Gould,Jay

Gould,Jay
Gould, Jay. 1836-1892.
American financier and speculator who with James Fisk and Daniel Drew wrested control of the Erie Railroad from Cornelius Vanderbilt (1867-1868). With Fisk, he caused the financial panic of September 24, 1869, with an attempt to corner the gold market.

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  • Gould — (as used in expressions) Gould, Chester Gould, Glenn (Herbert) Gould, Jay Jason Gould Gould, Shane Gould, Stephen Jay White, James (Springer) y Ellen (Gould) Ellen Gould Harmon …   Enciclopedia Universal

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