Walter Newton Read
American lawyer and casino commission chairman
Born
1918
107 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A prominent American lawyer served as the second chairman of the New Jersey Casino Control Commission. Played a crucial role in the regulation and oversight of the gaming industry in New Jersey. Under leadership, the commission established guidelines and policies that helped shape the growth of legal casinos in the state. The commission's efforts contributed to making New Jersey a key player in the gaming sector of the United States.
Served as second chairman of the New Jersey Casino Control Commission
Oversaw gaming regulation in New Jersey
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