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' Wednesday, March 2,1988 Page 3 Op: mion ■ SAN JOSE Continued from page 2 journalism. While in Fiesno, Mr. Lanson checked into what he called, "Fresno's version of the Fairmont Hotel"—the Motel 6. On a college student's budget this is understandable. But just because he chose to stay there doesn't mean that more luxurious accommodations weren't available. If Fresno is ever unfortunate enough to play host to Mr. Lanson again, he might wish to stay at the San Joaquin, the Hilton or the Courtyard, provided he can afford them. As for his assertion that Fresno abounds in last-food restaurants, the fact hardly makes us a city deserving of his contempt Fresno is located on Highway 99 and is therefore a convenient place for travelers to stop. It would be unusual if we didn't have quite a few McDonald's and Burger Kings. Another of Mr. Lanson's mistaken assumptions was that there is nothing to do in Fresno. He chose to sit in his motel room and drink. He could have gone to a concert by the Fresno Philharmonic or seen a movie at the Tower Theatre, Fresno's equivalent of Camera One. He could have gone bowling or, if clubbing was his interest, to any number of Rock, Country or Jazz clubs that feature live music. Only someone with a severely limited imagination would say there is nothing to do in Fresno. If Mr. Lanson was disgusted with the display of neighborhood Christmas decorations, then one can only assume that he is even more disgusted with San Jose, where such guady exhibits proliferate. I was offended by the article and even more offended by the poor quality of writing. Mr. Lanson has pushed the boundaries of stupidity to a new low. Susan Wemersbach Pathetic joke Dear Dave Lanson, After reading your hilarious account of your trip to Fresno, I fed compelled lo write you, Fresno is a funny place, isn't it? For years, people have been making jokes about Fresno, among them the very original "The best view of Fresno is in the rearview minor." I don't know, maybe it was the god-awful ministries or something, but suddenly there has been a resurgence in Fresno jokes. And your column was nothing more than one big, pathetic joke. Having lived in the tremendous "Silicon Valley" until 1 graduated from high school, I was constantly barraged with questions CWhy Fresno of all places?"), and derogatory remarks ("Fresno is the most god-awful place on Earth next to Alviso.") about my choice of universities. In truth, I wasn't sure myself why I wanted to come here, but now I'm glad I did. You're right, Dave! Fresno sucks! Compared to San Jose—that cosmopolitan mecca—Fresno is the most backwards town in the nation. The nightlife in San Jose is SO happening! There are almost too many things to choose from! 1 could go miniature golfing and/or play a myriad of video games. I could cruise Story and King in my lowrider. I could go to the Saddle Rack or Cowtown and show off my new cowboy boots, then drive off in my pickup with an urban cowgirl by my side and my radio tuned to KEEN. Dave, I was personally acquainted with more San Joseans who chewed tobacco than I have met in Fresno. Or, most likely, my San Jose nightlife experience would only include hanging out in one of the numerous bars and anesthetizing myself. Let's face it Dave, like us Fresnans, you San Joseans have to travel to San Francisco for a unique nightlife experience. We're just lucky to be within driving distance of Los Angeles as well. Pretty amusing, your jibe about Bulldog, oops, BullFROG stadium. There's not much you can say about Spartan Stadium except lhat it's probably the most appropriately named facility in the stale. Gee, Dave, sorry that you thought thai all the locals were cheering for Baste m Michigan in the Cal Bowl. I wonder if they might have been cheering because the Htirons were actually playing well. Besides, weren't they 17 point underdogs? I'm sure the local fans would have cheered just as hard for your team if they had played well, just for the simple fact that those PCAA teams are SO far superior to those in the MAC. Actually, I'm proud of you, Dave, for making the trip to Fresno. All those other "fans" that CONSISTENTLY sell out Spartan Stadium must've had to mow the lawn or something that day, rather than see their team put in a post-season appearance at a bowl game that would probably be a landslide SJS victory anyway. Several thousand fans from Fresno went south to the smog to cheer their team on even though they would almost assuredly be killed by UCLA. Sorry you couldn't find any decent food in Fresno either, guy. You should probably try to train your myopic eyes to see something other than huge neon signs. When you finally did sit down in your pizza parlor here, 111 bet you had a beer. Too bad you didn't get some H20. Dave, for you would've been able to enjoy something as simple as urtchlorinatrd, unadulterated fresh water, rather than that vile smelling concoction that you're and to that probably had its origins under the FMC manufacturing plant Sorry you found Ihe Motel 6 lousy, Dave, since it represents the absolute FINEST accommodations this place has to offer. Of course, there's nothing but the best in San Jose—even the Motel 6 there is the lap of luxury. When my fiancee stayed there a while back, she found several human hairs adorning her fresh linens. Well, ihey probably belonged to some of the royalty or famous celebrities that pass through San Jose on a regular basis, so management decided lo keep them. And HI bet that when you finally left this "hell" of a town here, you were able to do so with expedience, and you probably didn't worry about getting caught in the numerous traffic jams that plague highways 280, 101. 17. 880, etc., almost daily. Geez, Dave, your assault on Fresno was totally unwarranted. One can't blame you for trying to be clever; it IS such a big thing these days to make Fresno jokes. I'm sorry that you didn'l enjoy your stay in Fresno, but it was obvious that you came into town prejudiced and didn't bother to look for anything but what you expected to find. I also wonder If San Jose State had won the Cal Bowl, would you be singing a different tone? My apologies and condolences, Andrew Reetz GIVING & WRITING SPEECHES will be the topic at the Public Relations Organization meeting tonight 7:00 CU 308 Everyone is Welcome! SSintaqe Days Grape Days of 88 - Nothing Could Be Viner AIR GUITAR Applications for Logo Contest are available Feb 22nd in CTJ306. Due Date is March 11th. $50.00 Cash Prize for Winner! For more information or questions Call Heidi 294-4008 Vintage Days Office CU306 TAN THAT BOD)!! at Shapemakers It's fabulous—It's Fast • Wolfe System 15 VISITS 39.99 Expire* 3-15-88 3253 E. Shield* ffljntaqe Days Grape Days of'88 - Nothing Could be 'Viner" MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Vintage Days 1988 is April 28 - May 1 Don't Miss the Celebrating ***Note-Dates for Vintage Days are misprinted in the Schedule of Courses and Campus Planner For questions or further information Call the Vintage Days Office 294-4008 CU 306
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Title | 1988_03 The Daily Collegian March 1988 |
Alternative Title | Daily Collegian (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Associated Students of Fresno State, Fresno, Calif. |
Publication Date | 1988 |
Description | Daily (except weekends) during the school year. Microfilm. Palo Alto, Calif. : BMI Library Microfilms, 1986- microfilm reels ; 35 mm. Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodicals. |
Contributors | Assocated Students of Fresno State. |
Coverage | Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- to present |
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Title | March 2, 1988, Page 3 |
Alternative Title | Daily Collegian (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Associated Students of Fresno State, Fresno, Calif. |
Publication Date | 1988 |
Description | Daily (except weekends) during the school year. Microfilm. Palo Alto, Calif. : BMI Library Microfilms, 1986- microfilm reels ; 35 mm. Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- |
Subject | California State University, Fresno -- Periodicals. |
Contributors | Assocated Students of Fresno State. |
Coverage | Vol.1, no.1 (Feb 8, 1922)- to present |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35 mm. |
Technical Information | Scanned at 600 dpi; TIFF; Microfilm ScanPro 2000 "E-image data" |
Language | eng |
Full-Text-Search | ' Wednesday, March 2,1988 Page 3 Op: mion ■ SAN JOSE Continued from page 2 journalism. While in Fiesno, Mr. Lanson checked into what he called, "Fresno's version of the Fairmont Hotel"—the Motel 6. On a college student's budget this is understandable. But just because he chose to stay there doesn't mean that more luxurious accommodations weren't available. If Fresno is ever unfortunate enough to play host to Mr. Lanson again, he might wish to stay at the San Joaquin, the Hilton or the Courtyard, provided he can afford them. As for his assertion that Fresno abounds in last-food restaurants, the fact hardly makes us a city deserving of his contempt Fresno is located on Highway 99 and is therefore a convenient place for travelers to stop. It would be unusual if we didn't have quite a few McDonald's and Burger Kings. Another of Mr. Lanson's mistaken assumptions was that there is nothing to do in Fresno. He chose to sit in his motel room and drink. He could have gone to a concert by the Fresno Philharmonic or seen a movie at the Tower Theatre, Fresno's equivalent of Camera One. He could have gone bowling or, if clubbing was his interest, to any number of Rock, Country or Jazz clubs that feature live music. Only someone with a severely limited imagination would say there is nothing to do in Fresno. If Mr. Lanson was disgusted with the display of neighborhood Christmas decorations, then one can only assume that he is even more disgusted with San Jose, where such guady exhibits proliferate. I was offended by the article and even more offended by the poor quality of writing. Mr. Lanson has pushed the boundaries of stupidity to a new low. Susan Wemersbach Pathetic joke Dear Dave Lanson, After reading your hilarious account of your trip to Fresno, I fed compelled lo write you, Fresno is a funny place, isn't it? For years, people have been making jokes about Fresno, among them the very original "The best view of Fresno is in the rearview minor." I don't know, maybe it was the god-awful ministries or something, but suddenly there has been a resurgence in Fresno jokes. And your column was nothing more than one big, pathetic joke. Having lived in the tremendous "Silicon Valley" until 1 graduated from high school, I was constantly barraged with questions CWhy Fresno of all places?"), and derogatory remarks ("Fresno is the most god-awful place on Earth next to Alviso.") about my choice of universities. In truth, I wasn't sure myself why I wanted to come here, but now I'm glad I did. You're right, Dave! Fresno sucks! Compared to San Jose—that cosmopolitan mecca—Fresno is the most backwards town in the nation. The nightlife in San Jose is SO happening! There are almost too many things to choose from! 1 could go miniature golfing and/or play a myriad of video games. I could cruise Story and King in my lowrider. I could go to the Saddle Rack or Cowtown and show off my new cowboy boots, then drive off in my pickup with an urban cowgirl by my side and my radio tuned to KEEN. Dave, I was personally acquainted with more San Joseans who chewed tobacco than I have met in Fresno. Or, most likely, my San Jose nightlife experience would only include hanging out in one of the numerous bars and anesthetizing myself. Let's face it Dave, like us Fresnans, you San Joseans have to travel to San Francisco for a unique nightlife experience. We're just lucky to be within driving distance of Los Angeles as well. Pretty amusing, your jibe about Bulldog, oops, BullFROG stadium. There's not much you can say about Spartan Stadium except lhat it's probably the most appropriately named facility in the stale. Gee, Dave, sorry that you thought thai all the locals were cheering for Baste m Michigan in the Cal Bowl. I wonder if they might have been cheering because the Htirons were actually playing well. Besides, weren't they 17 point underdogs? I'm sure the local fans would have cheered just as hard for your team if they had played well, just for the simple fact that those PCAA teams are SO far superior to those in the MAC. Actually, I'm proud of you, Dave, for making the trip to Fresno. All those other "fans" that CONSISTENTLY sell out Spartan Stadium must've had to mow the lawn or something that day, rather than see their team put in a post-season appearance at a bowl game that would probably be a landslide SJS victory anyway. Several thousand fans from Fresno went south to the smog to cheer their team on even though they would almost assuredly be killed by UCLA. Sorry you couldn't find any decent food in Fresno either, guy. You should probably try to train your myopic eyes to see something other than huge neon signs. When you finally did sit down in your pizza parlor here, 111 bet you had a beer. Too bad you didn't get some H20. Dave, for you would've been able to enjoy something as simple as urtchlorinatrd, unadulterated fresh water, rather than that vile smelling concoction that you're and to that probably had its origins under the FMC manufacturing plant Sorry you found Ihe Motel 6 lousy, Dave, since it represents the absolute FINEST accommodations this place has to offer. Of course, there's nothing but the best in San Jose—even the Motel 6 there is the lap of luxury. When my fiancee stayed there a while back, she found several human hairs adorning her fresh linens. Well, ihey probably belonged to some of the royalty or famous celebrities that pass through San Jose on a regular basis, so management decided lo keep them. And HI bet that when you finally left this "hell" of a town here, you were able to do so with expedience, and you probably didn't worry about getting caught in the numerous traffic jams that plague highways 280, 101. 17. 880, etc., almost daily. Geez, Dave, your assault on Fresno was totally unwarranted. One can't blame you for trying to be clever; it IS such a big thing these days to make Fresno jokes. I'm sorry that you didn'l enjoy your stay in Fresno, but it was obvious that you came into town prejudiced and didn't bother to look for anything but what you expected to find. I also wonder If San Jose State had won the Cal Bowl, would you be singing a different tone? My apologies and condolences, Andrew Reetz GIVING & WRITING SPEECHES will be the topic at the Public Relations Organization meeting tonight 7:00 CU 308 Everyone is Welcome! SSintaqe Days Grape Days of 88 - Nothing Could Be Viner AIR GUITAR Applications for Logo Contest are available Feb 22nd in CTJ306. Due Date is March 11th. $50.00 Cash Prize for Winner! For more information or questions Call Heidi 294-4008 Vintage Days Office CU306 TAN THAT BOD)!! at Shapemakers It's fabulous—It's Fast • Wolfe System 15 VISITS 39.99 Expire* 3-15-88 3253 E. Shield* ffljntaqe Days Grape Days of'88 - Nothing Could be 'Viner" MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Vintage Days 1988 is April 28 - May 1 Don't Miss the Celebrating ***Note-Dates for Vintage Days are misprinted in the Schedule of Courses and Campus Planner For questions or further information Call the Vintage Days Office 294-4008 CU 306 |