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Fordham University
Herd of Endangered Turkmenian Markhor Added to Bronx Zoo
In the late 1800s, Fordham University sold some land to the City of New York, on condition that the lands be used for a zoo and garden. They did this in order to create a buffer between the university grounds and the urban expansion that was beginning to encroach into the area. New York state followed through on its intentions to develop the land as a park, and in 1899 opened the Bronx Zoological Park to the public.
Quinn’s 50-50 Record
An examination of City Council Speaker Christine Quinn’s State of the City speech, and her years as council speaker.
Key Primaries’ Results Show Voter Inclination
New York primaries for Congress and a U.S. Senator position ended with a few surprises and a look toward the general election in November by political analysts.
80 Years Later, Fordham Football Star Not Forgotten
College football in the early 1900s was a different game without much competition from the National Football League.
