Clarence Dillon
American businessman (1882–1979) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Clarence Dillon (born Clarence Lapowski; September 27, 1882 – April 14, 1979)[1] was an American financier, and namesake of Dillon, Read & Co., an investment bank. In 1957, Fortune Magazine listed Dillon as one of the richest men in the United States, with a fortune then estimated to be from $150 to $200 million.[2]
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Clarence Dillon | |
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Born | Clarence Lapowski (1882-09-27)September 27, 1882 San Antonio, Texas, U.S. |
Died | April 14, 1979(1979-04-14) (aged 96) Far Hills, New Jersey, U.S. |
Citizenship | United States |
Education | Worcester Academy |
Alma mater | Harvard University |
Occupation | investment banker |
Employer | Dillon, Read & Co. |
Spouse |
Anne McEldin
(m. 1908; death 1961) |
Children | 2, including C. Douglas |
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