[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11845]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                       TRIBUTE TO VIDLER'S 5 & 10

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                            HON. JACK QUINN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 21, 2000

  Mr. QUINN. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to rise today to pay tribute and 
officially recognize the Seventieth Anniversary of the Vidler's 5 & 10 
store in historic East Aurora, which I'm proud to say is part of the 
Thirtieth Congressional District of the State of New York.
  On June 21, 1930, Mr. Robert S. Vidler opened his store on Main 
Street in East Aurora, in the midst of the Great Depression. Despite 
those humble beginnings, Vidler's has become a landmark in the quaint 
village of East Aurora, and is yet another fine example of the proud 
tradition and heritage of our Western New York community.
  Throughout the past seventy years, this terrific store has served as 
a shining example of the small-town family businesses that our Nation 
was founded upon.
  Currently owned and operated by Mr. Vidler's two sons, Ed and Bob. 
Not only has this great store survived these many years, it has 
prospered. Today's Vidler's is about ten times as big as the original, 
and continues to thrive in this vibrant community.
  The store occupies four connected, vintage 1890 buildings on two 
levels. It offers an eclectic blend of merchandise that ranges from the 
nostalgic to the very latest. It's famous red and white awning is a 
common stop for area tourists seeking a shopping experience like those 
of the past in the many ``five and dime'' stores across the country.
  As Members of Congress, we pause to honor and recognize those family 
businesses whose proud history of dedicated service and commitment have 
helped to strengthen our communities. I'm pleased to include this fine 
business as among our very best.
  Mr. Speaker, today I join with the Village of East Aurora, the Vidler 
Family, and indeed, our entire Western New York community in


special recognition and commendation of the Vidler's 5 & 10 Store on 
this historic Anniversary. We all wish them continued success and 
prosperity.

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