Cardinals finalize public financing for new ballpark

Wednesday, December 24, 2003

ST. LOUIS -- Capping a lengthy journey that included a flirtation with Illinois and a failed trip to Jefferson City in search of public funding, the Cardinals said Tuesday the club has obtained the private money it needs to build a new ballpark downtown.

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