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Jai Alai Retires From Connecticut.

Authors :
Zielbauer, Paul
Source :
New York Times. 12/13/2001, Vol. 151 Issue 51966, pD1. 0p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Reports on the closing of the 4,800-seat jai alai fronton, or stadium, in Milford, Connecticut, ending the state's twenty-five year experiment with jai alai, a game which combines cricket, squash, and lacrosse. Reaction of fans of the game, including the elderly and those involved in its gambling aspects; Origins of the game in the Basque region of northern Spain; What brought it to Connecticut.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
151
Issue :
51966
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
5787034