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17" The day President George Bush came to town i A4 The Daily Journal Friday, October 23, 1992 DAILY JOURNAL SPECIAL COVERAGE CAMPAIGN '92 I if miiiiM'iiw 111 -V Vineland extends hospitality to VIPs Vineland, a city important enough to be visited by presidents, senators, members of the Congress, governors and others. It is said that even George Washington and Abraham Lincoln once roamed the area of vast woodlands, now a part of our city. What some may not know is that many of these VIPs were overnight guests in some of the first homes built in Vineland. One of Vineland's oldest and most charm 7 Thursday, 22, 1 992 Staff photoAdrian Wacer Two-year-old Joshua Lebron shows the colors as President Bush addresses a crowd of supporters Thursday. My ing homes at Seventh and Wood streets extended its warmth and hospitality to many important people.

This English-manor styled home was built in ROUND OUR TOWN By Eileen Ferrarie A I i j' i I ill i 5 S' 1 'v 4 Henry Hartson and later sold after his death to the Sharp family. Thelma Parkinson Sharp opened her home to dignitaries, stating in an article written for the Vineland Historical Magazine: "It is definitely a home more than a house I like to think of our house as symbolic of the founder's purposes and ideals. To me our house, even though business has crowded in on it, is still a symbol of the best and a refuge from the frightening pressure under which we now live." During the time Hartson was owner, President Grant attended a reception there. In the same room in which he was entertained was a pair of silver egg cups with matching spoons marked with the initials of Mrs. Grant They were used in the White House by the Grants.

The Baker House was another prominent refuge for travelers and important people who visited Vineland. In a letter from Mrs. H. HulbeurtTomlin, daughter of Sen. Philip P.

Baker, a mention is made of a young man and his bride who were guests in the Baker House in 1880. The gentleman, believed to be in his early 20s was described as an elegant fellow, and a blunderbust These newlyweds were none other than Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt and his wife, Alice Lee. 1 Staff photoCharles J. Olson President Bush makes a point during noon rally in Vineland. If you know anyone who deserves recognition in this column or if you have information that may be of interest to other residents, write to Eileen Ferrarie at The Daily Jour- nal, 891 E.

Oak Vineland, J. 08360 or call her at 691-9776. S1 1 2 Read my lips, Mr. President President Bush's visit to our area did not turn out as I had hoped. As a member of the media, I had hoped to question the president.

It just didn't work out If I could have, I would have said forget trickle-down economics, forget voodoo economics, forget Vietnam, let's focus on the real Vineland celebrates historic day issues, the nitty gritty. These are questions the average Joe would ask if given the chance: Why is it whenever I see pictures of you fishing, I never see any fish? I MILLVILLE, Staff photoCharles J. Olson A crowd of more than 15,000 people came president to visit Vineland since William out to see George Bush Thursday the first Howard Taft's appearance in 1912. By George would respectfully suggest that you talk to our outdoor columnist, Jim Bolton, for some pointers. And why don't you ever tell your score when on the golf course? From the looks of your swing, you need help.

Also, your son is part-owner of the Texas Rangers and I would like to know, do you have Nolan Ryan's autograph? Now that I have your attention, Mr. Bush, I would like to give you some advice. I know that you are surrounded by high-powered advisers such as Jim Baker. Trouble is, sir, they don't have the common touch. Your advisors don't speak the same language as the guys on the corner.

Take the fund-raising dinners. At $1,000 a plate, only the fat cats can go. Mr. Average Voter feels left out of the loop. The dinners may produce dollars, but do they produce votes? I have a suggestion.

Have a dinner at the North Italy Club. Get Sam Mistretta to have the Sicilian American Club cater the dinner. Have Frank Guaracini Jr. arrange the entertainment. Charge $25 per person dollars are not important, votes are.

The event should be televised. Mr. Bush, you have said that when you make a mistake, you admit it You have proven it by admitting, "I made a mistake when I said read my lips, no new taxes." You made points with that admission, sir. I suggest that you look into the TV camera and sincerely say: "I made a mistake when I said, I don't like broccoli, I never liked broccoli, and I am the president of the United States and I don't have to eat broccoli." Say it, Mr. President, and you will win some votes.

If you follow my advice, sir, and win the election, I would consider a job with your administration. Move over Jim Baker! Staff photoScott Anderson President George Bush, surrounded by local, ers during rally Thursday in Vineland that state dignitaries, reacts to cheering support- drew more than 15,000 people. "George Bush understands that we need less government regulation and we need lower taxes to get our people back to work. The issue is jobs, the It off nkntACAM Amammm a Bush supporter expresses her views on question is trust, and either way the answer is the camoaian '92 dunna ra on LanHis Avanun campaign '92 during rally on Landis Avenue Thursday. If you know anyone who deserves recognition in this column or if you have information that may be of interest to other residents, write to George Curio at The Daily Journal, 891 E.

Oak Vineland, J. 08360. same George Bush." Assemblyman Frank LoBiondo.