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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1975
Page
11
New York tale recounts Arthur Rooney’s betting savvy in the old days and Tim Rooney’s stance as a bookmaker chronicles a clash of rival personalities. The piece emphasizes their roles in racing culture and Tim’s discipline in handling action.
Art Rooney used his stadium gate receipts and earlier franchise cost to gauge value, while Tim Mara's gambling days and big bets at Mara’s Knickerbocker Hotel framed a lifelong tale of wagers and debts. The piece recalls Tim Mara’s influence and a $65,000 settle in old New York gambling lore.
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