John Morrissey expanded Gambling Hall April 30, 2024 Return to: Elegant and Exuberant, Saratoga Springs Sports History, Horse Racing and Healing WatersFull resolution (2560 × 1920) Image navigation Previous Image Next Image With the advent of the Industrial Revolution and the proliferation of travel in the middle of the 19th century, New York City gang leader John Morrissey made his way to Saratoga Springs and he expanded Gambling Hall.