Wattles received permission from Messner to train Dan Patch and developed the horse's racing abilities until 1902, when Messner sold the horse to Manley E. Sturges of New York, for a record $20,000.
Wattles received permission from Messner. This was to train Dan Patch. Wattles developed the horse's racing abilities until 1902. Messner sold the horse to Manley E. Sturges of New York. This was for a record $20,000.