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Article: CANFORA TAKES EMPRESS' HELM BY EDDIE BAEB

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June 19, 1997
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JOLIET -- Empress today announced the hiring of Joseph J. Canfora as president of Empress Casino Joliet and Empress Casino Hammond. He will begin Monday and work out of corporate headquarters in Joliet.

Canfora, 38, had been working as executive vice president and president of Missouri operations -- which includes two riverboat casinos -- for Las Vegas-based Station Casinos Inc.

In a news release, Empress chief executive officer Peter Ferro Jr. said Canfora was selected because of his regulatory experience, his reputation and expertise in the gaming and entertainment industry.

"Joe Canfora is a professional who understands every aspect of gaming," said Ferro.

"From sales to marketing to ...

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