Lamon V. Harkness - The first Harkness ”Standard Oil” heir

from Gilded Greats · host Don Schueler

Lamon V. Harkness was the first Harkness "Standard Oil" heir. He was also the King of Standardbred Horses. Learn about his legacy and interestingly, how his life changed as Standard Oil grew.

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