Lexington in Fayette County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
George M. Humphrey
1890 - 1970
Photographed By Ken Smith, July 11, 2012
1. George M. Humphrey Marker
Among modern political figures involved in Thoroughbred racing have been national Treasury Secretaries George M. Humphrey, william Simon, and Nicholas Brady. Humphrey joined President Eisenhower's Cabinet in 1953, after a vigorous business career which included the restructuring of M. A. Hanna Co., formulation of National Steel Company, and working of a remote iron ore source along the Labrador-Quebec border. Humphrey had been a breeder and owner of saddle and harness horses, and later established a thoroughbred broodmare band. after resigning his government post in 1957, he purchased Whileaway Farm in Lexington as well as a number of distinguished broodmares such as Levee and Searching. Humphreys' daughter, Mrs. Pamela Firman, also became a major owner, and a grandson, G. Watts Humphrey Jr., acquired Shawnee Farm in Harrodsburg. Mr. and Mrs. G. Watts Humphrey Jr. achieved a unique double, he as co-breeder of Belmont Stakes winner Creme Fraiche and Mrs. Humphrey as the breeder of Genuine Risk, second filly to win the Kentucky Derby.Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals
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Location. 38° 2.522′ N, 84° 29.434′ W. Marker is in Lexington, Kentucky, in Fayette County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of East Main street (U.S. 60) and Midland Avenue (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling west. Located in Thoroughbred Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 Midland Avenue, Lexington KY 40508, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A. B. Hancock Sr. (here, next to this marker); Warren Wright, Sr. (here, next to this marker); George D. Widener (here, next to this marker); John D. Hertz (a few steps from this marker); Daniel Swigert (a few steps from this marker); William Woodward, Sr. (a few steps from this marker); Isabel Dodge Sloane (a few steps from this marker); Elizabeth Arden Graham (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lexington.
Photographed By Ken Smith, July 11, 2012
2. George M. Humphrey Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 27, 2020. It was originally submitted on August 11, 2012, by Ken Smith of Milan, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 519 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 11, 2012, by Ken Smith of Milan, Tennessee. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
