Payson, Sandra (c. 1926–2004)

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Payson, Sandra (c. 1926–2004)

American arts patron. Born Sandra Helen Payson, in Manhasset, NY; died July 15, in New York, NY; dau. of Joan Whitney Payson (philanthropist) and Charles Shipman Payson; m. William Blair Meyer (div.); m. George (later Lord) Weidenfeld of London (div.); children: William Blair Meyer Jr, Joan Curci Meyer and Averil Payson Meyer.

Founded the Manhasset Stable for thoroughbred racing; was on the board of Lincoln Center for Arts, Whitney Museum, and Madeira School, among others; was active in Women's Leadership Forum of Democratic National Committee in Washington, DC.

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