John J. Rigas Dies: Former Adelphia Cable TV Company Founder Was 96

John J. Rigas, whose high-flying success as the founder of Adelphia Cable ended in disgrace and prison over shareholder fraud, died today in Coudersport, Pa. He was 96 and his death was confirmed by a funeral director in the town. Rigas was at one time an admired businessman and American success story. He turned a […]

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