The history of Puerto Ricans in Cumberland County began in the 1940’s. According to the registration records, this is when a peasant Puerto Rican family migrated to New York City. They later moved to Vineland, NJ in search of a better future and economic status Despite the difficulties and adversities they faced, their determination and courage enabled them to succeed. This same spirit of determination inspired other Puerto Ricans to migrate to the U.S. to work in agriculture. By the year 1950 the Puerto Rican migrant population had increased drastically. This increase not only took place in New Jersey but in Delaware and Pennsylvania. At this time, this courageous group decided to take their matters to the capital of the state, Trenton, NJ. Before the celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival, two memorable meetings took place conducted by Committee of Puerto Rican Action. Geronimo García carried out the first meeting on June 7, 1962 with the Governor, Hon. Richard J. Hughes. The second meeting was held with Governor, Hon. Mayner. In both meetings the committee exposed the need of a day of acknowledgement once every year to celebrate the achievement of the Puerto Ricans. In 1967, a group of Puerto Ricans, who were extremely proud of their heritage, began what is now known as the Puerto Rican Festival of Vineland, NJ. On behalf of the Committee of Puerto Rican Action, Mr. Juan Scharon, raised the Puerto Rican flag at City Hall in Vineland on July 25 of 1969. This was to commemorate the Island of Puerto Rico, which is considered a commonwealth state. In 1978, under the presidency of Mr. Santos Rodriguez, the Board of Directors composed of Mrs. Carmen Gonzalez, Mr. Candido Rodriguez, and Mr. Juan Colón, incorporated the Puerto Rican Festival Organization. Charlie Quiñonez was the agent of incorporation. The Puerto Rican Festival is celebrating its 46th Anniversary this year, 2013. In this period of time, the festival has offered continuing service to our community through good deeds and special activities with the unique goal of preserving the Puerto Rican values, culture and language Let’s celebrate the Puerto Rican week with pride in our hearts for our people those who celebrate with us The history of Puerto Ricans in Cumberland County began in the 1940’s. According to the registration records, this is when a peasant Puerto Rican family migrated to New York City. They later moved to Vineland, NJ in search of a better future and economic status Despite the difficulties and adversities they faced, their determination and courage enabled them to succeed. This same spirit of determination inspired other Puerto Ricans to migrate to the U.S. to work in agriculture. By the year 1950 the Puerto Rican migrant population had increased drastically. This increase not only took place in New Jersey but in Delaware and Pennsylvania. At this time, this courageous group decided to take their matters to the capital of the state, Trenton, NJ. Before the celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival, two memorable meetings took place conducted by Committee of Puerto Rican Action. Geronimo García carried out the first meeting on June 7, 1962 with the Governor, Hon. Richard J. Hughes. The second meeting was held with Governor, Hon. Mayner. In both meetings the committee exposed the need of a day of acknowledgement once every year to celebrate the achievement of the Puerto Ricans. In 1967, a group of Puerto Ricans, who were extremely proud of their heritage, began what is now known as the Puerto Rican Festival of Vineland, NJ. On behalf of the Committee of Puerto Rican Action, Mr. Juan Scharon, raised the Puerto Rican flag at City Hall in Vineland on July 25 of 1969. This was to commemorate the Island of Puerto Rico, which is considered a commonwealth state. In 1978, under the presidency of Mr. Santos Rodriguez, the Board of Directors composed of Mrs. Carmen Gonzalez, Mr. Candido Rodriguez, and Mr. Juan Colón, incorporated the Puerto Rican Festival Organization. Charlie Quiñonez was the agent of incorporation. The Puerto Rican Festival is celebrating its 46th Anniversary this year, 2013. In this period of time, the festival has offered continuing service to our community through good deeds and special activities with the unique goal of preserving the Puerto Rican values, culture and language Let’s celebrate the Puerto Rican week with pride in our hearts for our people those who celebrate with us The history of Puerto Ricans in Cumberland County began in the 1940’s. According to the registration records, this is when a peasant Puerto Rican family migrated to New York City. They later moved to Vineland, NJ in search of a better future and economic status Despite the difficulties and adversities they faced, their determination and courage enabled them to succeed. This same spirit of determination inspired other Puerto Ricans to migrate to the U.S. to work in agriculture. By the year 1950 the Puerto Rican migrant population had increased drastically. This increase not only took place in New Jersey but in Delaware and Pennsylvania. At this time, this courageous group decided to take their matters to the capital of the state, Trenton, NJ. Before the celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival, two memorable meetings took place conducted by Committee of Puerto Rican Action. Geronimo García carried out the first meeting on June 7, 1962 with the Governor, Hon. Richard J. Hughes. The second meeting was held with Governor, Hon. Mayner. In both meetings the committee exposed the need of a day of acknowledgement once every year to celebrate the achievement of the Puerto Ricans. In 1967, a group of Puerto Ricans, who were extremely proud of their heritage, began what is now known as the Puerto Rican Festival of Vineland, NJ. On behalf of the Committee of Puerto Rican Action, Mr. Juan Scharon, raised the Puerto Rican flag at City Hall in Vineland on July 25 of 1969. This was to commemorate the Island of Puerto Rico, which is considered a commonwealth state. In 1978, under the presidency of Mr. Santos Rodriguez, the Board of Directors composed of Mrs. Carmen Gonzalez, Mr. Candido Rodriguez, and Mr. Juan Colón, incorporated the Puerto Rican Festival Organization. Charlie Quiñonez was the agent of incorporation. The Puerto Rican Festival is celebrating its 46th Anniversary this year, 2013. In this period of time, the festival has offered continuing service to our community through good deeds and special activities with the unique goal of preserving the Puerto Rican values, culture and language Let’s celebrate the Puerto Rican week with pride in our hearts for our people those who celebrate with us The history of Puerto Ricans in Cumberland County began in the 1940’s. According to the registration records, this is when a peasant Puerto Rican family migrated to New York City. They later moved to Vineland, NJ in search of a better future and economic status Despite the difficulties and adversities they faced, their determination and courage enabled them to succeed. This same spirit of determination inspired other Puerto Ricans to migrate to the U.S. to work in agriculture. By the year 1950 the Puerto Rican migrant population had increased drastically. This increase not only took place in New Jersey but in Delaware and Pennsylvania. At this time, this courageous group decided to take their matters to the capital of the state, Trenton, NJ. Before the celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival, two memorable meetings took place conducted by Committee of Puerto Rican Action. Geronimo García carried out the first meeting on June 7, 1962 with the Governor, Hon. Richard J. Hughes. The second meeting was held with Governor, Hon. Mayner. In both meetings the committee exposed the need of a day of acknowledgement once every year to celebrate the achievement of the Puerto Ricans. In 1967, a group of Puerto Ricans, who were extremely proud of their heritage, began what is now known as the Puerto Rican Festival of Vineland, NJ. On behalf of the Committee of Puerto Rican Action, Mr. Juan Scharon, raised the Puerto Rican flag at City Hall in Vineland on July 25 of 1969. This was to commemorate the Island of Puerto Rico, which is considered a commonwealth state. In 1978, under the presidency of Mr. Santos Rodriguez, the Board of Directors composed of Mrs. Carmen Gonzalez, Mr. Candido Rodriguez, and Mr. Juan Colón, incorporated the Puerto Rican Festival Organization. Charlie Quiñonez was the agent of incorporation. The Puerto Rican Festival is celebrating its 46th Anniversary this year, 2013. In this period of time, the festival has offered continuing service to our community through good deeds and special activities with the unique goal of preserving the Puerto Rican values, culture and language Let’s celebrate the Puerto Rican week with pride in our hearts for our people those who celebrate with us The history of Puerto Ricans in Cumberland County began in the 1940’s. According to the registration records, this is when a peasant Puerto Rican family migrated to New York City. They later moved to Vineland, NJ in search of a better future and economic status Despite the difficulties and adversities they faced, their determination and courage enabled them to succeed. This same spirit of determination inspired other Puerto Ricans to migrate to the U.S. to work in agriculture. By the year 1950 the Puerto Rican migrant population had increased drastically. This increase not only took place in New Jersey but in Delaware and Pennsylvania. At this time, this courageous group decided to take their matters to the capital of the state, Trenton, NJ. Before the celebration of the Puerto Rican Festival, two memorable meetings took place conducted by Committee of Puerto Rican Action. Geronimo García carried out the first meeting on June 7, 1962 with the Governor, Hon. Richard J. Hughes. The second meeting was held with Governor, Hon. Mayner. In both meetings the committee exposed the need of a day of acknowledgement once every year to celebrate the achievement of the Puerto Ricans. In 1967, a group of Puerto Ricans, who were extremely proud of their heritage, began what is now known as the Puerto Rican Festival of Vineland, NJ. On behalf of the Committee of Puerto Rican Action, Mr. Juan Scharon, raised the Puerto Rican flag at City Hall in Vineland on July 25 of 1969. This was to commemorate the Island of Puerto Rico, which is considered a commonwealth state. In 1978, under the presidency of Mr. Santos Rodriguez, the Board of Directors composed of Mrs. Carmen Gonzalez, Mr. Candido Rodriguez, and Mr. Juan Colón, incorporated the Puerto Rican Festival Organization. Charlie Quiñonez was the agent of incorporation. The Puerto Rican Festival is celebrating its 46th Anniversary this year, 2013. In this period of time, the festival has offered continuing service to our community through good deeds and special activities with the unique goal of preserving the Puerto Rican values, culture and language Let’s celebrate the Puerto Rican week with pride in our hearts for our people those who celebrate with us
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