The two Franks who once defined Atlantic City casino entertainment
Although entertainers Frank D’Rone and Frankie Randall were different stylistically, they also had a lot in common. Both were singers and instrumentalists with a jazz orientation. Both were protégés – Randall of Frank Sinatra, and D’Rone of Nat “King”...
‘The Daily Union History of Atlantic City,’ circa 1899
The Daily Union was one of several daily newspapers that served Atlantic City and Atlantic County during the late 1800s and the early part of the 20th century. The Union was an evening newspaper, first published on Sept. 3, 1888. Records show that it had several names...
Stockton University’s Atlantic City campus: A major success story
Those who have not visited Atlantic City in several years frequently voice surprise over the major presence of Stockton University in the city’s Chelsea neighborhood. Looking at the impressive, modern structures for the first time leads some to believe that Stockton...
Brisket paradise: Remembering Rose and Jack Zawid
You could smell the unmistakable aroma of simmering brisket, roasted chicken and matzo ball soup all the way up and down Kingston Avenue in Atlantic City. Around 1985, I began writing a monthly column called “Backstage” for Frances Freedman’s much-missed Atlantic City...
