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“I do not believe that since man was in the habit of living on this planet anyone has ever lived possessed of the impudence of Jay Gould.”

Quote by Jay Gould

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Jay Gould
Jay Gould

Jay Gould was a prominent American financier and railroad magnate in the 19th century. Born on May 27, 1836, and died on December 2, 1892, Gould was known for his remarkable achievements in the fields of railroads and finance. He was considered one of the wealthiest and most controversial figures in American history. more

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