‘Little’ Anthony Gourdine: From the subway to eight decades of stardom
The Casino File The reason cliches become cliches is because they are grounded in truth. For instance, one of pop music’s most ingrained tropes is that of groups of 1950s urban youths gathering in subway stations, school bathrooms or other, similarly tiled spaces in...
The father of Atlantic City:The history of Dr. Jonathan Pitney
Atlantic City is more than just beautiful beaches and resort casinos; it’s a history-rich destination that holds immense meaning to its residents and visitors. But it wasn’t always like this. The resort town on Absecon Island earned its notability from Dr. Jonathan...
A giant on the boardwalk:The remarkable story of Boardwalk Hall
In 1929, the same year the Great Depression began, Atlantic City opened the doors to what was then the world’s largest auditorium and convention hall. Built by the municipal government at a cost of $15 million, the massive structure—known today as Jim Whelan Boardwalk...
Lost no more: Science identifies remains of 19th-century ship captain
For decades, beachgoers along South Jersey’s picturesque coastline stumbled upon scattered human bones, an eerie reminder of an unsolved mystery. What story could these remains tell? This question puzzled investigators for nearly 30 years — until now. Thanks to...
‘Tonight’ in Atlantic City: Merv Griffin and other TV hosts on the Boardwalk
The list of television personalities who have had some success hosting late-night talk shows through the years is pretty short, especially since the concept of a late-night television talk show goes back to May of 1950, when comedian Jerry Lester hosted a program...
