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Charles Shipman Payson

1898-10-16 – 1985-05-05

Life & Legacy

Charles Shipman Payson (October 16, 1898 – May 5, 1985) was the owner of the New York Mets of the National League from 1975 through 1980. In 1975, he inherited the club upon the death of his wife, Mets founder Joan Whitney.

Occupation & Career

businessperson, art collector, jurist

Education

Harvard Law School

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Harvard Law School

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Family & Relationships

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5082494 — wikidata View source

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