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References
- ↑ Richard Lounsbery Foundation
- ↑ Brackney, Peter (2014), Lost Lexington, Kentucky, Arcadia Publishing, ISBN 978-1625851284
- ↑ Sanders, Patricia B. (1991), The Haggin Collection, Haggin Museum, ASIN B0006DHP40
- ↑ "EARLY ANTECEDENTS". Richard Lounsbery Foundation. 2019. Retrieved 6 December 2020.
- ↑ Washington Times, November 19, 1993
- ↑ Lakeland Ledger (Florida), June 10, 1979
- ↑ Miami Herald - November 15, 1993: Prominent Owner Perry, 85, Dies
- ↑ Armfield, Miller & Ripley Fine Properties, LLC
- ↑ The New York Times obituary for William Haggin Perry
- ↑ Virginia Thoroughbred Association Hall of Fame