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The Michigan Tycoon Who Made His Descendants Wait 92 Years To Inherit His Fortune

The Michigan Tycoon Who Made His Descendants Wait 92 Years To Inherit His Fortune

Released Wednesday, 31st May 2023
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The Michigan Tycoon Who Made His Descendants Wait 92 Years To Inherit His Fortune

The Michigan Tycoon Who Made His Descendants Wait 92 Years To Inherit His Fortune

The Michigan Tycoon Who Made His Descendants Wait 92 Years To Inherit His Fortune

The Michigan Tycoon Who Made His Descendants Wait 92 Years To Inherit His Fortune

Wednesday, 31st May 2023
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Wellington R. Burt, known as "The Lone Pine of Michigan," was once among the wealthiest people in America - but when he died in 1919, he made sure most of that anyone who expected to inherit a big chunk of his enormous fortune would have to wait a long, long time. Plus: in Grand Rapids, Michigan, it’s the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival.

Wellington's millions: 92 years after his death, Saginaw lumber baron's vindictive testament nears endgame (MLive.com)

GRAND RAPIDS LANTERN FESTIVAL



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