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By James Wright Special to the AFRO jwright@afro.com President Donald J. Trump’s Chief of Staff John Kelly, a former general in the U.S. Marine Corp, showed his stunning lack of knowledge about the origins of the American Civil War when he said that compromising on the issue of the slavery would have prevented the conflict that took place from 18611865 and called Robert E. Lee, commander of the Confederate States Army, an “honorable man.”

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By Mark F. Gray Special to the AFRO After donating $100,000 of his own money and leading an effort to raise over $37,000,000 for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt was grouped into the category of [S.O.B.s], according to President Trump. Despite giving his first game check $27,353 – to three cafeteria workers who lost everything to Harvey also Texans quarterback DeShaun Watson was among those crudely referred to as “inmates running the prison” by his team’s owner Bob McNair during a recent NFL owner’s

There has never been a moment in the history of the NFL that exposed its true colors the way McNair did.

Kelly made his remarks Oct. 30 on “The Laura Ingraham Show,” which is broadcast on Westwood One and Talk Radio Network and is a conservative platform. During the interview he said, “I would tell you that Robert E. Lee was an honorable man. He was a man that gave up his country to fight for his state, which 150 years ago was more important than country. It was always loyalty to state first back in those days. Now it’s different today.” He added, “But the Continued on A3

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without health care coverage should act immediately. To qualify for federal tax subsidies to offset the rising cost of health insurance premiums, those seeking to apply should go online to healthcare.gov. Most of those who get their health insurance coverage through the ACA are eligible for what are known as Advanced Premium Tax Subsidies (APT). In some states, the average ACA health insurance Continued on A3

As John Kelly, President Trump’s chief of staff, laments the lack of “compromise” that led to the Civil War it is useful to look back at the many effects of the war. One effect was the separation of slave families and the monumental efforts some of them had to go through to reunite with their kin, as the story below demonstrates.

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The Curses of Slavery Parted as Slaves, Father Meets Son After Forty-Five Years Continued on A2

After War is Ended, Former Slave Settles in New England—And Is Unable to Find Trace of His Son Until Recently—The Son Has Been Engaged in Orange Growing In Sorento, Fla. –The Story of a Generation Ago—Which Caused a Division Between North and South Dec. 19, 1903

Lynn, Mass., Dec. 5—The old slave holding days before the civil war are brought to mind by the story of William J. Taylor, of No. 21 West Street, this city. The story is of the times the present generation can Continued on A3

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Kelly Continued from A1 lack of an ability to compromise led to the Civil War, and men and women of good faith on both sides made their stand where their conscience had them make their stand.” In reality, several compromises, which all allowed some measure of human bondage, were tried before the Civil War began. The Missouri Compromise of 1820 aimed to balance the number of slave states entering the union with non-slave states. The Compromise of 1850 allowed slavery in new territories and the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 essentially left the question of slavery up to voters in the new territories of Kansas and Nebraska. Both states joined the Union right as the Civil War was beginning. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, White House spokeswoman, doubled down on the “compromise” talk on Oct. 31. During a press briefing Huckabee Sanders defended Kelly and said, “Look, all of our leaders have flaws. That doesn’t diminish the contributions to our country and certainly can’t erase them from history. And General Kelly was simply making the point because history isn’t perfect doesn’t mean it’s not our history.” U.S. Rep. Cedric Richmond (D-La.), chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus,

responded swiftly to Kelly’s remarks on this issue as well as his refusal to apologize to Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) for making inaccurate statements about remarks she made months ago about an FBI building in Miami. “White House Chief of Staff John Kelly needs a history lesson,” Richmond said in a statement. “The Civil War was not a disagreement between ‘men and women of

flat out wrong. “We continue to call on General Kelly to apologize for his lies about Congresswoman Wilson. He is starting to sound a lot like his boss.” Recently, Kelly said that Wilson claimed credit for a $20 million appropriation for a FBI building in Miami, an area Wilson represents in part, and the representative said

“The Civil War was not a disagreement between ‘men and women of good faith on both sides’. It was a struggle for the soul of this country.” – Rep. Cedric Richmond good faith on both sides’. It was a struggle for the soul of this country. “Thankfully, the right side won the war and slavery is no longer the law of the land. The Congressional Black Caucus is not surprised by the Trump White House’s repeated attempts to whitewash history or by its continued inability to apologize when it is

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meetings, as reported by ESPN. McNair apologized but the damage was done. Despite fake solidarity expressions with their employees, the league’s 32 owners don’t respect their players. No matter what color, what position you play, nor what contributions you make to your community, you are property and to keep your job you must fall in line and accept your place in silence or you’ll wind up like Colin Kaepernick, blackballed by the sport you love. There has never been a

she made no such statement. Research by independent media sources prove that Wilson never credited herself with getting money for the building in Miami. Wilson and other Black female members of the CBC have called on Kelly to apologize for his error on Oct. 22 in a statement but he said on Oct. 31 on CNN.com that he “absolutely”

moment in the history of the NFL that exposed its true colors the way McNair did. An owner amongst his peers and NFL Executive Vice President Troy Vincent – who played 14 years at cornerback in the league – had the audacity to disparage its most important group of employees with reckless disregard during these racially sensitive times in America. Players must operate in a world of political correctness while owners – mostly who support Trump, including McNair who reportedly contributed to his

will not. Kelly remarks were in response to a question about the leaders of the historic Christ Church in Alexandria, Va., who decided to relocate plaques of the late former President George Washington and Confederate General Robert Lee. Democratic National Committee Deputy Press Secretary Brian Gabriel said that Kelly made irresponsible comments. “As Trump’s ‘both sides’ mentality rears its shameful head again, John Kelly’s comments prove once again that this administration lacks the moral courage to confront injustice and abandon its crutch of false equivalency,” Gabriel said in a statement. “Facts are facts, no matter how ugly-the Confederacy fought to preserve an economy that ran on the bloodied backs of the shackled and enslaved. What sort of compromise is possible when men and women, made of the same flesh and blood as you, have their bodies and spirits broken for the sake of the wealthy? “For an administration that insists on associating with winners, Kelly and his boss seem to be quite fond of digging up vile relics of history that lost out to the ‘better angels of our nature.’”

inauguration-- can be given passes on their lack of social insensitivity. Cam Newton laughs at a female reporter during a press conference before answering a question, is immediately branded a sexist and instantly loses an endorsement deal. McNair downplays his heinous remarks with a shallow apology to protect his relationship with corporate sponsors and nothing happens to him On Nov. 1 John Schnatter, founder of Papa John’s Pizza, caused further controversy during an

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Houston Texans tackle Duane Brown was traded to Seattle following his comments calling out Texans owner Bob McNair.

investor’s conference call. “The NFL has hurt us by not resolving the current debacle to the players’ and owners’ satisfaction,” he said. “NFL leadership has hurt Papa John’s shareholders.” Papa John’s is a long time advertiser on NFL games and uses former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning in many of its ads. McNair’s slip of the tongue – which was supposed to remain behind closed doors – reflects the $40 million slave owner’s mentality of the gentlemen who steward the game. In the comfort of their sanctuary, remarks often expose the character of those at the top of the food chain. This was by no means a mistake. The Texans also made the unprecedented move of trading their all-Pro offensive tackle Duane Brown, who had been outspoken about the right to kneel. After calling McNair’s comments “disrespectful”, “ignorant”, and “embarrassing” when speaking on behalf of the players, Brown was sent to Seattle for veteran cornerback Jeremy Lane, a fifth-round draft pick in 2018, and a second-round pick in 2019 one day before the NFL trade deadline. This is a chance for the players to unify the court of public opinion. Both sides of the locker room can agree that when owners take shots at Black players it’s a blow to all of them. They need a diverse group who can take their message to the masses.

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hardly realize, but which were real to the people of that generation, and which caused the division between the North and the South, and which finally resulted in the abolition of slavery. Before the war William J. Taylor, one of the most respected men of this city, lived in North Carolina, and was the property of a white man who claimed him as his own. In 1858 his master sold him away from his family, as was the custom in that day, and that part of the story practically ended. He had a son born to him a few months after he was sold and that son he never saw until this week. In 1862

Taylor came North and tasted for the first time the sweets of freedom, which he had been longing for all his life up to that time. He settled in West Lyon, and became one of its most respected citizens. As soon as he was able he carried out his desire to learn something of his family, and after persistent advertising got trace of his brother in 1897, whom he had not heard from for over forty years. Through this medium he learned of the whereabouts of his son, whom he had never seen, and immediately opened up a correspondence with him, the son living in Florida. The result

was that the son, Lewis O. Taylor, arrived in Lynn last Monday evening and is now with his father, and it is needless to say both are happy, the father rejoicing in the son he never saw and the son equally happy in finding his father. The son has been engaged in orange growing in Sorento, Fla. and he has a wife and child there. He thought his family had better remain in Southland until Spring, and if he can obtain a situation here he will remain near his father and bring on his family, when the cold of the Winter season is over.

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Step into Who You Are – Embrace and Love Your Natural Hair

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Natural hair has never been so popular and so empowering. I’m sure we’re all familiar with the 1960’s slogan “Black is Beautiful” and the electrified and somewhat defiant political jolt it created - those big afros that were so prevalent and worn proudly. Today, the words are accepted and celebrated but for many, the meaning still has trouble being genuinely realized. We say Black is Beautiful, but do we truly believe it? Feel it? Every woman who considers wearing her hair natural today is well aware of the negative stereotypes that have been passed down for generations. Most African American women over the age of 50 would never dream of leaving the house with their hair in its natural state. Slowly but surely we’re turning the corner, more and more African American and mixed-race women are feeling stronger and more confident about stepping into who they are and embracing

and loving their natural hair. The hours spent during our childhood with our mothers pulling our hair back into tight braids, the tears we held back as the brush fought to tame the ‘wildness’ was an act of love. Our mothers wanted us to look “beautiful”. They wanted the world to accept us or at the very least, to judge us less harshly. For Black girls, the first time at a hair salon is like a rite of passage from the first press and curl, relaxer or the first weave. For as long as Black people have been in the new world, that has meant the finer, straighter and longer, the better. So many Black women, from those in post-apartheid South Africa, to the women whose demand fuels the multi-million-dollar weave industry in Nigeria, to African German and African Brits have been led to believe that “White hair” is more beautiful. Luckily, the current trend towards natural hair truly is global. In a post-modern world where the first American mixed-race President paved the way for acceptance of Black culture into the mainstream, where Ursula Burns, the first female African American CEO of a Fortune 500 Company wears her hair in a natural TWA (Teeny Weeny Afro) state to free up her time to run a successful business, where the Miss USA 2017 crown was held a few inches higher by a gorgeously coiffed Black curly head of hair, the decision to wear hair in its natural state seems like it should be a non-issue, but sadly, it persists. As an owner of a natural hair accessory business (PuffCuff) I aspire to continuously build relationships with my customers beyond a simple business transaction. I’ve done a ton of demonstrations, educating women, men and children on how to style their natural hair and have witnessed, firsthand, how this knowledge immediately translates into greater selfconfidence and a sense of empowerment. Throughout generations, everyone’s mother, grandmother, sister or aunt had a different routine of maintaining their hair. But what happens when you don’t have an individual to teach you how to do your natural hair? This is a dilemma many young women deal with

being the first generation naturalista in their own family. In a TED Talk called “A Celebration of Natural Hair”, Cheyenne Cochrane sums it up by saying “We know that when Black women embrace their love for their natural hair, it helps to undo generations of teaching that Black in its natural state is not beautiful, or something to be hidden or covered up. We know that Black women express their individuality and experience feelings of empowerment by experimenting with different hairstyles regularly. And we also know that when we’re invited to wear our natural hair in the workplace, it reinforces that we are uniquely valued and thus helps us to flourish and advance professionally.” Recently the older slogan “Black is Beautiful” was updated to “My Black is Beautiful” and gives the slogan a more personal sensibility, encouraging Black women to be confident and love everything that goes along with being Black, including their (God-given) natural hair. Ceata E. Lash is the inventor/founder of the PuffCuff Hair Clamp.

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die from diabetes. The incidence of diabetes increases with age. The likelihood of becoming diabetic doubles with each decade of life. Studies have shown that up to 20% of persons older than seventy have problems with blood sugar regulation. The longer an individual has diabetes without blood sugar control, the greater the risk of complications. Long term complications of uncontrolled diabetes include macrovascular damage to the large blood vessels. These changes cause damage to the heart, brain and legs Microvascular changes to the small blood vessels causes damage to the eyes, kidneys, feet and nerves Complications involving the eyes, called retinopathy, causes vision loss or blindness. Peripheral neuropathy can cause foot ulcers or amputation. Neuropathy causes injury to the walls of blood vessel capillaries. These capillaries nourish the nerves in the extremities. Symptoms of neuropathy may include tingling, numbness, burning or pain. The pain usually begins in the fingertips and toes. Nerve damage in the feet increases the risk of healing complications. Cuts and blisters on the feet can lead to infection and poor healing. Ultimately, there may be a need for toe, foot or leg amputation. Autonomic neuropathy results when there is damage to the nerves that control internal bodily functions. The digestive and urinary tract, cardiac and sexual function

may be affected. Atherosclerotic vascular changes cause increased incidence of heart attack, stroke and peripheral vascular disease. An uncontrolled diabetic’s risk of heart attack and stroke is double that of a non-diabetic. Uncontrolled diabetes can cause angina or chest pain. High blood pressure, dental disease, hearing loss and Alzheimer’s Disease are possible with uncontrolled diabetes. The higher the blood sugar the greater the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease. There are multiple theories about the connection between high blood sugars and Alzheimer’s Disease. However, none of these theories have been proven. Nephropathy or kidney damage results in kidney failure. Tiny blood vessel clusters in the kidneys filter waste. Damage to these clusters leads to kidney failure or irreversible end stage kidney disease. End stage kidney disease requires dialysis or transplant. Diabetes is a progressive and incurable condition. Left uncontrolled, diabetes causes irreversible complications and death. Following a prescribed treatment plan and avoiding consistently high blood sugars can help prevent the irreversible complications of diabetes. Marcia Jackson is a retired RN and educator based in Baltimore.

Open Enrollment in Maryland Begins Now

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I encourage everyone currently enrolled in the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange, as well as those looking to enroll, to visit the Exchange during the 2018 open enrollment period. The open enrollment period is the only time when any Marylander can enroll or make changes to their health insurance plan for 2018 in the Exchange. Nine in ten individuals enrolled in the Exchange qualify for financial assistance, so I urge all families in Maryland to double check the rates for their current plan and make sure it is still the best option for them. Since the Affordable Care Act was enacted, hundreds of thousands of Marylanders have gained access to quality, affordable health care. The Affordable Care Act has allowed young people to stay on their parents’ insurance, significantly lowered the number of uninsured individuals in our state, prevented people with pre-existing conditions from facing discrimination from insurance companies, and helped seniors save millions of dollars on prescription drugs. Despite efforts by Republicans in Congress and the Trump

Administration to sabotage the law, I will continue to work with my colleagues to inform families about the open enrollment period. I urge Members from both parties to support bipartisan legislation to strengthen the Affordable Care Act, including the Alexander-Murray bill, to ensure every American has access to health care that is affordable for their family. Maryland consumers can apply for coverage online at MarylandHealthConnection.gov. Consumers can also download the “Enroll MHC” app to shop and apply for coverage on a mobile device. The app is available free in the App Store (iOS) and the Google Play Store (Android). Free in-person help to enroll is also available, and Marylanders can find assistance close to home by clicking here. Assistance is also available over the phone by calling toll-free 1-855-642-8572 (TTY: 1-855642-8573) to reach the consumer support center. The deadline to sign up for coverage for 2018 is Dec. 15. Rep. Steny Hoyer represent the 5th Congressional District of Maryland.

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Manafort Indictment Judge was U.S. Magistrate Deborah Robinson A Black Woman, Morgan Graduate, U.S. Magistrate Judge Sets $10 Million Bail By AFRO Staff

to end in July of 2020. She is one of two Black women who are currently sworn in as magistrate judges for the district. The other is Magistrate Judge Robin M. Meriweather.

U.S. Magistrate Judge Deborah Robinson, a Black woman based in Washington, D.C. and the presiding judge over Paul Manafort’s 12-count indictment, placed President Donald Trump’s former campaign chairman on house arrest with a $10 million bail for money laundering and other financial crimes. Manafort, and his former business associate Rick Gates, have been brought up on charges through Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s Russia Probe. On Oct. 30, Robinson set the terms of Manafort and Gates‘ release. Both men pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiracy. Bail for Gates was set at $5 million. Robinson has been a U.S. Magistrate Judge Deborah Robinson presiding judge in D.C. since 1988. Prior to that she was the Assistant United States Attorney for the District U.S. Magistrate judges are appointed by U.S. of Columbia, where she prosecuted criminal District Court judges, and assist District Court actions in both the Superior Court and the judge in various aspects of U.S. District court United States District Court, argued appeals in matters. They cannot try or sentence persons in both the District of Columbia Court of Appeals felony cases, but can handle misdemeanor and and the District of Columbia Circuit, and served other minor cases including civil cases. in the Civil Division. This is her forth term as According to news reports, Robinson is no a D.C. Magistrate Judge. The term is expected stranger to high profile cases, presiding over

cases involving Sandy Berger, President Bill Clinton‘s former national security advisor and Lewis “Scooter“ Libby, a former White House aide in the George W. Bush administration who was convicted of interfering with a CIA investigation.

Robinson is no stranger to high profile cases, presiding over cases involving Sandy Berger and Lewis “Scooter“ Libby. Courtesy Photo

Robinson has also presided over the preliminary hearing for Rayful Edmond III, a drug dealer in D.C. and a probation hearing for former D.C. Mayor Marion S. Barry. Robinson is a graduate of Morgan State University in Baltimore and Emory University Law School in Atlanta. U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson will preside over the rest of the Manafort and Gates’ cases.

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November 4, 2017 - November 10, 2017, The Afro-American

BALTIMORE-AREA Freddie Gray Case

Race and Politics

Pocomoke City

Why Do Some Departmental Trial Begins for Van Driver Goodson Civil Rights White Kids Groups Say Dress Up Like Fired Black `Ni--ers’ For Police Chief Halloween? Was Targeted By Stephen Janis Special to the AFRO

The disciplinary trial for Caesar Goodson, the van driver that transported Freddie Gray in April 2015 began this week. He faces the possibility of termination from the Baltimore Police Department. By Michelle Richardson Special to the AFRO Oct. 30, marked the first day of the disciplinary trial for Baltimore Police Officer Caesar Goodson, the driver of the van that carried an injured Freddie Gray in April 2015. Gray subsequently died, sparking the uprising later that month. Goodson previously faced multiple criminal charges, including second degree depraved heart murder, but was ultimately found not guilty by Circuit Court Judge Barry Williams in 2016. None of the six police officers indicted in the death of Freddie Gray were found guilty of any of the criminal charges filed against them. During the first day of the trial, prosecutors accused Goodson of being “neglectful of his duty to keep Gray safe” and “dishonest with investigators trying to find out what happened.” Neil Duke, a private attorney, who has a contract with the city’s law department, is prosecuting Goodson on more than twenty charges of breaking police department policies. He said the death of Gray showed both professional and personal failings on Goodson’s part. Sean Malone, Goodson’s defense attorney, denied these claims painting his client instead as the victim of failed city and police leadership. Malone said city leaders are attempting to use Goodson as a scapegoat and make him the “face of their failure” knowing that officers felt unsafe transporting inmates and detainees.

Baltimore Area Church News By Joi Thomas Special to the AFRO The holiday season is just about here. In a matter of weeks we will be preparing for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Take a few moments now to be intentional about spending time with those you love during this season. A little planning goes a long way. Enjoy spending time with your family members and friends and be thankful for their presence in your life. Here is the church news for the week. Mt. Hattin Missionary Baptist Church 2409 Aisquith Street Baltimore, MD 21218 Iron Men Men’s Conference “Iron Sharpens Iron” Nov. 3-5 Rev. Claveron Burston, Pastor *registration required The Tabernacle at Greater Bethlehem Temple 8334 Liberty Road Randallstown, MD 21244 The Walls Group CD Release Concert Nov. 4 6:30 p.m. Bishop Jason Nelson, Pastor *ticketed event United Baptist Church

1615 E. Eager Street Baltimore, Maryland 21205 Pastoral Anniversary Nov. 5 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Rev. Dr. Carl Solomon, Pastor Payne Memorial AME Church 7901 Brock Bridge Road Jessup, MD 20794 123rd Church Anniversary Revival Nov. 9-10 7:30 p.m. Anniversary Sunday Nov. 12 10:30 a.m. The Historic Mount Hebron Baptist Church 2641 West North Ave Continued on B2

According to his lawyer, Goodson focused on his job of operating the van and trusted that his colleagues handled Gray according to proper procedure that day, including deciding that Gray did not need medical treatment when he asked for it. “This is a team. They back each other up,” Malone said to the panel consisting of three police officers. Among the charges Goodson faces include providing a false statement pertaining to Gray’s arrest, and failing to secure Gray in a seatbelt. For the first time, Goodson’s recorded interview was played publicly, in which Goodson said he, “Didn’t pay it no mind,” when Gray began banging around in the back of the police transport van he was operating. He also said he didn’t secure Gray or check in on him at several stops because the other officers were allegedly checking on him, or because he felt unsafe doing it by himself. When Gray asked for a medic, Goodson stated that he didn’t call a medic because when he asked another officer about Gray’s condition, that officer said it didn’t seem like it was an emergency. “You can look at somebody and tell if they need to go to the hospital or if they’re lying,” said Goodson. “I’m just having a problem understanding why you’re not taking an active role that day as the wagon driver,” said Montgomery County Police Detective Thomas Curtis, a member of the police panel.

Baltimore NAACP Looks to Regroup Following Depature of Hill-Aston By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO The Maryland State Conference of the NAACP has stepped in to stabilize operations at the Baltimore Branch in the wake of last week’s departure of local president Tessa Hill-Aston. State President Gerald Stansbury confirmed the Baltimore branch is under Level Two Administrative oversight, meaning the Maryland state branch is in charge of the Baltimore office’s operations. “Any actions taken at this time by the Baltimore branch until they are back in compliance with National NAACP standards have to be cleared through the Maryland State Administrator. At this time, I have been named the Administrator,” Stansbury told the AFRO. Stansbury, who was reelected at the Maryland State Conference meeting this past weekend, will be meeting with branch leadership in the

coming days to restore branch operations, initiate a schedule of mandatory training and ensure local operations are conducted in compliance with the national office. First Vice President Ronald Flamer has assumed the Presidency of the local branch during the transition. “It’s going to take a little time” Stansbury said suggesting it may take up to a year for the branch to resume regular operating status. “Everyone will have an understanding of what the by-laws are, what the Constitution entails and that will be refreshing for the Continued on B3

Past Seven Days

A coalition of law enforcement organizations and civil rights groups are accusing the Maryland State Prosecutor’s office of targeting the former Black police chief of Pocomoke City with a criminal investigation in retaliation for filing discrimination complaints. The allegations are made in a series of amicus briefs filed with the Maryland Court of Special Appeals on behalf of Kelvin Sewell, a former Baltimore City Homicide Detective who was the first Black police chief of Pocomoke (Full disclosure: This reporter wrote a book with Sewell). The briefs were filed by the Maryland ACLU, the Public Justice Center, the National Association of Black Law Enforcement Executives, Hispanic Law Enforcement Association and Howard University Civil Rights Law Clinic, in preparation for a hearing on the case, which will occur next month. Sewell was fired by the Pocomoke city council in 2015 without explanation despite a dramatic drop in crime during his tenure. In a federal lawsuit joined by the U.S. department of Justice Sewell alleged he was fired for refusing to terminate to Black officers under his command who had filed discrimination complaints against a Worcester County Drug task force. One year after Sewell was fired State Prosecutor Emmet Davitt indicted him for misconduct for not charging a man who hit two parked cars in May 2014. A Worcester County jury convicted Sewell on one count after a trial in December of 2016. Sewell has since appealed his conviction. The reasons for the underlying the investigation of Sewell is the subject of the briefs seeking to overturn Sewell’s conviction. According to filings, the investigation against Sewell began when a note was left on the windshield of his

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For me, growing up in the 1970’s Halloween was a really big deal. We actually went trick or treating for Sean Yoes days (not just Baltimore AFRO on Oct. 31), Editor often hauling syoes@afro.com away trash bags full of candy. In the early 1970’s my family moved to Baltimore County and back then there were very few Black families living in Randallstown; hard to believe given the demographics of Randallstown today (more than 80 percent of the population is Black). The point is when I was a little Black boy dressing up for Halloween, in the midst of an overwhelmingly White environment, I don’t remember one White kid who dressed up like a member of the Ku Klux Klan, or some White kid who smeared black shoe polish on their face while pretending to be Black. I’m not saying it never happened, but I never saw it. However, in the last few years, many of us have witnessed a growing number of social media posts, usually around Halloween featuring young White people dressed up like, to let them tell it, as, “ni--ers.” This week is Halloween 2017, and here we go again. This time it’s White kids at Baltimore area private schools celebrating “All Hallows Eve” disguised as “ni--ers.” My friend Khadijah sent me a post on Facebook, with a photo of a young White female and young White male dressed up in orange jumpsuits, standard prison garb. The caption attached to the photo read, “Ni--as broke out.” The White girl flashed faux (I suspect) gold teeth (grills) and the White boy flashed a “gang sign” for good measure; the girl is a student at Roland Park Country School, the boy a student at Gilman School, both in Baltimore. In another photo a White boy donned another orange jumpsuit, but the back of his costume was adorned with the name “Freddie Gray” on his back. He is a recent graduate of Boy’s Latin High School in Baltimore. The caption for that photo read, “ur going to jail tonight.” In a third photo, another White male is shown shirtless, his back scrawled with graffiti, but the word ni-er in red is clearly discernable. I guess this was his clever idea Continued on B2

The Afro-American, November 4, 2017 - November 10, 2017

Race and Politics Continued from B1

of a Halloween costume. He is a student at the St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; School in Brooklandville, Md. All of these young people were partying recently (not on the campuses of any of the schools mentioned), celebrating Halloween, dehumanizing Black people, who were the brunt of their twisted, racist humor. On background, I received internal communications from two of the schools, Gilman and the Roland Park Country School. Both, Caroline Blatti, the head of Roland Park Country School and Henry P.A. Smyth, the headmaster at Gilman outlined in detail the offenses of their students, as well their schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, â&#x20AC;&#x153;commitment to promote inclusivity...and to foster a diverse and inclusive community that treats others with mutual trust, respect and empathy.â&#x20AC;? The schools say they are still investigating the incidents and ascertaining possible disciplinary measures. Both heads of school claim that an unknown third party, not affiliated with their schools, added racist captions to the pictures. St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School sent the AFRO the following statement in response to the racist Hallowen incident: â&#x20AC;&#x153;St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School does not tolerate any form of hate or discrimination. The School is investigating an incident that occurred off campus and outside of school hours, and will take the necessary and appropriate steps. Privacy policies do not permit us to provide any further information. We remain

committed to fostering an inclusive community whose members respect themselves and one another.â&#x20AC;? Christopher Post, headmaster at Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Latin sent the following response to their alumni and families: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the weekend, Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Latin was identified in connection with a series of images on social media that contained inflammatory language and depicted individuals in costumes, wearing clothing that imitates that worn by inmates in prison. One of these individuals had the name â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Freddie Grayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; displayed across his back and was identified as a BL alumnus. I am deeply troubled that an individual would choose to act in this way, and I am so sorry for any hurt or pain that these actions have caused. Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Latin denounces the insensitivity and intolerance depicted by these images. In no way, shape or form will Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Latin support or tolerate actions or behaviors that demean or belittle another person, a group of individuals, or the suffering that one may endure.â&#x20AC;? Simple question, what the hell is wrong with these kids? The most convenient one syllable answer: Trump. Although many argue the 45th president has added gasoline to an already raging inferno of racial intolerance in America, he certainly didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t start the fire. And White kids didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just start dressing up like â&#x20AC;&#x153;ni--ersâ&#x20AC;? for Halloween after Trump entered the White House.

I remember reporting on a story in October 2006, when students at Johns Hopkins University, specifically from the Sigma Chi fraternity, were suspended for hosting a, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Halloween in the Hood.â&#x20AC;? Revelers were encouraged to dress in â&#x20AC;&#x153;regional clothing,â&#x20AC;? for example, â&#x20AC;&#x153;bling bling ice ice grills,â&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;hoochie hoops.â&#x20AC;? There was also a skeleton dangling from a rope at this particular party. I can cite many more examples of this kind of stupidity. Some people Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve talked to seem genuinely shocked that White boys and White girls from some of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious private schools got busted for acting like little Klansmen and Nazis. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand why they are so shocked. Again, Trump didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t create the peculiar and ubiquitous American system of White supremacy (although he has worked prodigiously in a short period of time to help it thrive). But, if Trump can masquerade as the leader of the free world, why canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rich, White, privileged, private school kids dress up like so-called â&#x20AC;&#x153;ni--ers,â&#x20AC;? for Halloween? Happy Halloween Black people. Sean Yoes is the AFROâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Baltimore Editor, and host and executive producer of The AFRO First Edition w/Sean Yoes on the AFROâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page.

Freddie Gray

Continued from B1 According to Duke, the recorded interview was â&#x20AC;&#x153;confused, confusing, and did not comport with the evidence.â&#x20AC;? Duke said that Goodson was hands off during the van stops and evidence will indicate he had no intention of taking Gray to the hospital that morning. Malone argues that his client was part of a department that failed to properly train officers and did not have proper policies in place on how to restrain detainees. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The department to this day does not have a policy in place on how an officer is supposed to handle a combative prisoner,â&#x20AC;? said Malone. The trial is set to last at least a week. If found guilty, it would be up to Baltimore Police Commissioner Kevin Davis to

discipline Goodson, which could include termination. Goodson sat quietly between both of his attorneys during the trial, occasionally turning to give his seated family members hugs during court breaks. Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) president Lt. Gene Ryan was in attendance during the trial, as well as community and law enforcement reform activist Ray Kelly of the No Boundaries Coalition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proceedings showed the need for more community involvement in overseeing the police department,â&#x20AC;? said Kelly. Two more officers in the Freddie Gray case are facing the same administrative trials next year.

Hills-Aston Continued from B1

organization,â&#x20AC;? Stansbury said. NAACP National Board member Wandra Ashley-Williams confirmed that Hill-Aston and two other former city-chapter officers were suspended Oct. 21. Hill-Aston has given a series of interviews to local media claiming she resigned and was not removed

from her position. Recently, the Baltimore Sun wrote of Hill Astonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s departure: â&#x20AC;&#x153;In an interviewâ&#x20AC;ŚHillAston, 68 cited completing goals, such as hosting the national NAACP convention this past summer, as contributing to her decision. But she also said internal strife at the civil rights organization wore on her. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m tired,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My work is done here. Ever since I became the president, I desperately wanted to have the convention. The fundraising was spectacular. It was a great attendance.

She did not respond to a request for comment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re moving forward, and everyone is going to move forward together,â&#x20AC;? said Ashley-Williams. She said that the national office would issue a statement within the coming week. Malik Russell, director of press operations for the national office, could not be reached for comment. At press deadline, the National Office had still not issued a statement more than a week after Tessa HillAstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s departure from the Baltimore Office.

Church News Continued from B1

Baltimore, Maryland 21216 First Lady Day Nov. 12 11 a.m. Rev. Dr. Beryl Whipple, Pastor Martins West 6817 Dogwood Road Baltimore, MD 21244 Rev. Dr Alfred Vaughn Celebrates 60 Years of Preaching

Nov. 11 1 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 p.m. *ticket required Sharon Baptist Church 1375 N Stricker Street Baltimore, MD 21217 Nov. 12 10 a.m. Church of the Redeemed of the Lord 32nd Church and Pastoral Anniversary

Nov. 8-10 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12 10 a.m. Bishop Jerome Stokes, Pastor House of Judah Ministries 3836 West Forest Park Ave Baltimore, Maryland 21216 Family and Friends Day Nov. 29 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Bishop Leroy Dyett, Pastor

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November 4, 2017 - November 10, 2017, The Afro-American

All the great works of art, the cathedrals - the Gothic cathedrals and the splendid Baroque churches are a luminous sign of God, and thus are truly a manifestation, an epiphany of God. Pope Benedict XVI Perched at the window of our 7th floor office my coworkers and me for years looked out the window to an empty parcel of land wondering would it ever be developed until one day we noticed a sign that read future home of Morning Star Baptist Church. Being somewhat familiar with Morning Star, I informed my co-workers the history of this historic church in Catonsville. Like children on Christmas Eve, we anxiously watched the development of the parcel of land transforming from a neglected and forgotten space to watching trucks arriving daily loading piles of bricks and mortar on the lot, until one day we saw the bulldozers and the cranes arrive. Finally, one day we looked out the window and there was a frame. We are witnessing the birth of Morning Star Baptist Church’s new home. We witnessed a dream being born from the ground up. We knew everything that was going on as they built this church from the framing of the windows to the laying of the bricks. The days that it rained, we would look out in disappointment knowing there would be no progress that day. When I told my friend Marty Glaze, vice president of Commercial

Interiors, the developers and builders of the church that we had adopted the church as our project he laughed and said, “Oh, no.” Now we’re calling Marty weekly about the progress or lack thereof. Marty sent us a picture of what the church would look like when finished. Big mistake, now we could see the progress and call him if it wasn’t happening. Marty shared our activities in the building of “OUR” church that we had claimed to Bishop Dwayne Debnam who invited us to visit the church once the walls were up. “I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord. Our feet shall stand within thy gates, O Jerusalem. Jerusalem is builded as a city that is compact together:” Psalm 122 On a brisk sunny afternoon, we joined Marty and the Bishop to tour the church still under construction. What a warm welcome the staff of Commercial Interiors and the workers and members of the church staff provided when we arrived. Nestled under the portico they greeted us and escorted us inside to the uncompleted vast sanctuary. Once inside they served lunch and provided hard hats, safety vests and glasses to wear during our tour. The sounds of delights as we toured the building we had watched from its infancy was priceless.

Police Chief

Continued from B1 Lieutenant, Lynell Green, alleging that someone had planted drugs in police headquarters. Sewell called state police to conduct a search of the department but was rebuffed, according to the filings, because of the pending discrimination complaint. The filings allege Sewell contacted the Office of the State Prosecutor for help, but investigators there instead commenced a probe of Sewell. From there the brief alleges investigators turned to Worcester County State’s Attorney Beau Oglesby, who was subject of EEOC complaints filed by Sewell, for assistance. The filings include emails that reveal communication between both offices during the investigation. “Despite Oglesby’s key role as a target in the EEOC complaints,” the brief recounts, “investigators repeatedly reached out to Oglesby as an investigatory resource.” The brief also raised questions about the decision to investigate Sewell, which it argues was historically unprecedented for the State Prosecutor’s office. “It seems clear that OSP (Office of the State Prosecutor) has almost never pursued misconduct charges against police officers. Moreover, as best can be ascertained, OSP has never before pursued charges against a police officer for a discretionary decision such as whether or how to write up an incident,” the brief argues. “Usually what happens whenever you

point out racial inequities, that puts a target on your back, to put it bluntly,” Captain Joe Perez, President of the Hispanic Law Enforcement Association, told The AFRO. “And then they try to find something to use against you to detract from the complaint, itself,” Perez added. However, Davitt says the allegations are baseless, noting that Sewell’s Lieutenant, Lynell Green was convicted of similar charges. “ No one from the defense ever mentions the fact that it was Lynell Green’s extensive statement to our investigators that the driver of that vehicle had been drinking, that he told Sewell that he had been drinking, and that they discussed not charging the driver because he was Mason - that statement lead to the charges and that statement was not disputed at Green’s trial.” A separate brief filed by the Howard University Civil Rights Law Clinic recounts the history of racism on the Eastern Shore. Ajmel Querishi, supervising attorney for the Clinic, says it is critical create a historical context to understanding the importance of the case. “If we have a situation in which individuals are discriminated against, feel they are going to be targeted with a police investigation on spurious grounds, no one will ever speak up. If no one speaks up we will never get rid of the remaining vestiges of Jim Crow,” Queres said. Maryland State Prosecutor Emmet Davitt did not reply to an email seeking comment.

We’ve decked the halls with boughs of jolly. If Santa had a theme park, this would be it! We have family fun at every turn. More than 700 uniquely amazing trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses. Entertainment, crafts, rides and games for kids. More than 100 gift boutiques. And, of course, Santa will be taking requests. Come get your festive on, at the Festival of Trees!

“People aren’t as stupid as the politicians think. More and more of us are laughing off our ‘civic duty’ to vote, rejecting the role of compulsory constituent.” Bob Black Black Girls Vote Inc. (BGV), is a non-profit organization committed to getting women of color involved in the political process, particularly young women between 18 and 25 years of age. Black Girls Vote, founded by my niece Nykidra Robinson, has soared since the launch of BGV in 2015. BGV has registered thousands of voters, and has participated in, and hosted over 100 events, including the Democratic National Convention and the Republican National Convention. “We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily differences we can make which, over time, add up to big differences that we often cannot foresee.” Marian Wright Edelman BGV has been interviewed on national news networks including MSNBC. Due to their unprecedented involvement in local, state and national elections, the group will host their first annual, Black Girls Vote Ball. BGV will host their inaugural Black Girls Vote Ball on Nov. 10, at Forum Caterers in Baltimore. This marquee fundraising event will feature keynote speaker Joy-Ann Reid, MSNBC political analyst and host of “AM Joy” and CNN Symone Sanders as the mistress of ceremonies. For tickets or sponsorship for this worthwhile initiative, contact Karen Darkes at kdarkes@ blackgirlsvote.com. Happy birthday Senator Nathaniel Oaks, Beryl Johnson, Leah Goldsborough Hasty, Dea Thomas, Chandra Jackson, Eric Connors, Myra Queen, Albert Queen and to twins Janice Nance-Richardson and Joyce NanceRichardson.

“If I could I’d give you the world I’d wrap it up around you. Won’t be satisfied with just a piece of this heart. My angel, oh angel you’re my angel… Dreams are dreams, some dreams come true; I found a real dream baby when I found you….You’re my angel…” Anita Baker Wishing a happy anniversary to Andre and Tesa Sheffield and Karen and Gary Brooks; may you always dance the anniversary waltz. Wishing a speedy recovery to Gloria “Tuttie” Bogans and Phil Strambler. Sending prayers to Doris Pollard on the death of her sister Phyllis Hall. Also, to Marguerite Hollingsworth and Tia Hollingsworth on the death of your husband and father Det. (ret.) David Hollingsworth and to Alvin and Larry Winkler and family, on the death of their mother Eva Dell Winkler. What’s happening! Word for Life Ministry, under the leadership of Pastor Harrison Johnson, is hosting a pre anniversary musical Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. featuring The Baltimore Celebration Choir and Pastor David Boyd, of New Elizabeth Baptist Church at March Life Tribute center, 5616 Old Court Road, Randallstown, Maryland. The Nutcracker at the Baltimore School for the Arts, 712 Cathedral Street Baltimore, Md. will be held Dec. 1, 2, 8 and 9. Holiday toy drive at Vulcan Blazers, featuring Slagz, hosted by Carlos Hutchins, Charles and Chef Fingers on Dec. 10. 100 Black Men of Maryland is hosting their 25th annual Holiday Brunch, Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Horseshoe Casino, 1525 Russell Street. Contact Almie McIntyre for tickets at 410-340-4720. The Fantastic 4 annual Christmas Party, Dec.15 at the Bleu Room. “I’ll be seeing you” Valerie and the Friday Night Bunch

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50th Anniversary of Thurgood Marshall Becoming First Black Supreme Court Justice

Judge Alexander Williams Jr.

Prof. Steve Grossman, Prof. Lenese Herbert, Prof. Michael Higginbotham and Prof. John Bessler

On Oct. 27, the University of Baltimore honored the legacy of Thurgood Marshall marked the 50th anniversary of the appointment of Thurgood Marshall to the United States Supreme Court. Judge Alexander Williams welcomed guests and Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford and Baltimore Mayor Catherine E. Pugh gave the official welcome to attendees. Prof. Jose F. Anderson was the master of ceremonies. A screening of “Mr. Civil Rights”, a documentary on Marshall by filmmaker Mick Caouette, was featured. Following the documentary, there were panel discussions covering Marshall’s influence and his work on the Supreme Court Panel. AFRO CEO and publisher Jake Oliver served on two of those panels. Closing remarks were delivered by Judge Roger L. Gregory, Chief Judge, U. S. Court Of Appeals for the 4th Circuit.

Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford

Chief Judge Patrick L. Woodward, Judge Robert M. Bell and Phillip Stewart Darlene Smith (Provost UB)

Photos by Anderson R. Ward

Dean Ronald Weich (UB Law School)

Filmaker Mick Caouette and Curtis McMeekin Judge Alfred Nance J. Nance

Judge Jose F. Anderson, Filmmaker Mick Caouette, Judge Wanda Keyes Heard and John J. Oliver Jr., AFRO CEO/Publisher

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Ovetta Moore’s 60th Birthday Friends and family gathered Sept. 7 at the Maple Lawn Community Center in Fulton, Md. to celebrate Ovetta Moore’s 60th birthday.The mood was uplifting, champagne flowing, dance floor filled with smiling guests, as the music, played by Donel Warfield, resonated the room. It was a beautiful atmosphere, transformed by GBL Creations, in her “Shades of Blue” theme with lit floating candles throughout the space. The food, prepared by Class Act Catering, was abundant and delicious.

Kim Moore, Ovetta Moore, Toni Robinson Ovetta Moore, celebrating her 60th birthday.

Terri Bosica, Mary Long, Sue Drake, Ovetta Moore, Mary Butera, Laura Davis, Carole Ruppel and Deb Ford

Lisa Ocheltree, Chris Davis, Laura Davis, Joyce Lapadala and Vincent Lapadala

Robert and Carolyn Wallace

Germaine Leftridge

Marty Glaze, Ann Warfield, Jeff Hargrave

Ovetta Moore and Kevin Johnson

Denise DeLeaver

Ovetta Moore and Marsha Gladden

Darlene Greene, Tanya Oden, Melanie Campbell and Kathy Griffin

$1.5 Milllion in Scholarships Awarded During College Hack-a-Thon

Stefanie advises aspiring students

On Oct. 21, the, “College Hack-a-thon,” a college fair preparing young people for higher education, was held at the Startup Nest, a Black owned business incubator and collaborative work space, located in Baltimore. The free event offered high school seniors assistance in filling out college applications, financial aid and scholarship information. Students also had access to college admissions counselors. Organized by I am O’Kah, and Paula Dofat, the college Sheila Alvelo, information guru, the event drew many colleges. representative of BCCC Students were awarded over $1.5M in scholarships, 64 general studies on-site college admission decisions were made out of the 73 college applications. Students from Baltimore City, Baltimore, Harford and Howard Counties were in attendance.

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Tamara, respresentative of Philander Smith College

Mario Clark, representative of Morgan State University

Nichelle Bolden and Aisha DaCosta Organizer for I AM OKAH

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November 4, 2017 - November 10, 2017, The Afro-American

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Muhammad Ali

Remembering ‘The Rumble In the Jungle’ By Sean Yoes Baltimore AFRO Editor syoes@afro.com On Oct. 30, 1974, 43 years ago this week, Muhammad Ali knocked out George Foreman in Kinshasa, Zaire during the “The Rumble in the Jungle” to become only the second man in boxing history (Floyd Patterson was first) to regain the heavyweight championship of the world. It has been a little more than a year since Ali died in June 2016. But, reflecting on his triumph in Zaire, arguably the most glorious in an incomparable career, continues to inspire and fire the imaginations of the millions around the globe who deify Ali. There was so much on the line on that hot and muggy night in Zaire; it was the first time a world heavyweight title fight had been decided on the African continent, and $10 million was also on the line, $5 million for Foreman, the champion, and $5 million for Ali. It was the richest boxing purse in history at the time. However, for most of Ali’s entourage and those who loved him, there was something far more precious than money on the line; many of those people believed Ali’s very life was on the line. Foreman was undefeated with a record of 40-0; he had knocked out virtually every man he had faced in the ring, and had not been forced to fight past two rounds for at least two years. More concerning for the Ali camp was Foreman’s demolishing in spectacular fashion two of Ali’s most difficult opponents; he knocked out Joe Frazier in the second round to capture the heavyweight title in Jamaica in January 1973 and he knocked out Ken Norton, (the man who broke Ali’s jaw in March of 1973 in San Diego) in two rounds in Caracas, Venezuela. Foreman was one of the most devastating punchers in heavyweight history. So much so, Norman Mailer, the journalist and author who attended the fight in Zaire suggested in the documentary, “When We Were Kings,” about the Ali-Foreman fight, Ali’s camp feared that their

man would possibly take an unimaginable (even lethal) beating, but because of his pride, Ali would never give up. “Ken Norton was life and death with Ali twice. If Foreman comes along and wipes out Norton (which he did), that doesn’t make Ali look very good,” said Thomas Hauser, author of the definitive Ali biography, “Muhammad Ali: His Life and Times,” and a member of the Boxing Writers Association of America’s membership committee. But, despite Ali’s difficulties with Norton and Frazier Hauser argues Ali was confident he would triumph over Foreman. “My sense is that he felt he could beat Foreman, that he would beat Foreman… I suspect he was much more afraid when he fought Sonny Liston the first time,” Hauser said. “By the time he fought Foreman, he had a pretty strong belief in himself.” Ultimately, when it was time for Foreman and Ali to step into the ring in Kinshasa, beyond his unparalleled skill, Ali also seemed to call upon the almost unequivocal support of the country of Zaire and perhaps the entire African continent. “I believe that he got a great deal of strength psychologically from the support of the African people,” Hauser said. “One of the things that made Ali great was that he always had something larger than himself to flow into...he wasn’t just fighting for himself...he was fighting for oppressed people all over the world...and he got strength from that.” When it was time for the eighth and fateful round in Zaire, Ali had lulled most of the 100,000 people gathered at the stadium in Kinshasa into a sense of lethargy, by utilizing the, “rope a dope” tactic, which seemed to zap Foreman’s legendary punching power. But, with 30 seconds left in the eighth, a sudden combination, which ended with a thunderbolt straight right to Foreman’s jaw knocked out the champion and electrified the world. After having his title stripped from him in 1968, after he refused induction in the U.S. Army because of his stance against the Vietnam War, Ali finally regained his crown on that fabled night in Zaire in 1974. After that fight, Ali became the most

MacArthur Fellow

Dawoud Bey, Artist and Educator

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Dawoud Bey, award-winning photographer and professor of photography at Columbia College Chicago, was one of five AfricanAmericans recently named a 2017 MacArthur Fellow. Commonly referred to as a “genius award,” the fellowship comes with a quarterly stipend starting in 2018. “I’ve known a number of MacArthur Fellows in the past, and I can definitely say that there are few, if any, “geniuses” among them, since genius implies someone born with prodigious capacities already embedded in their DNA, and who--for example--write major symphonies when they are 10 years old,” Bey, 63, wrote in an email to the AFRO. “I’ve never thought of the fellowship as a “genius” award.” Bey already had plans to go on sabbatical from teaching at Columbia, a position he has held for 19 years, but now has a “cushion” that will let his stay focused, he says. “Dividing my time between my teaching and my own art practice is the primary challenge that I have had to address,” Bey said. “I have a lot more ideas for work and projects than I generally have time to pursue. This will change that.” One project Bey is already pursuing is Station, a work of history about Ohio’s Underground Railroad.

“At this point I have become much more interested in history, and the ways in which history--in relation to the Black subject--can be invoked in the contemporary moment,” Bey said. “So that is my focus going forward.” Station is scheduled to debut through FRONT International, a Cleveland contemporary art triennial in July, 2018. It will be his third such project. “My photographs look the way they do because there is something that I feel about the things I make work about that I want to provoke the viewer to think about as well,” Bey said when asked about his perspective. “I want that thinking to be shaped by my own subjectivities. The viewer, of course, brings his or her own subjectivities to the work as well, but they initially engage the work through my subjective ideas about the subject.” Bey sees every art object as an act of sharing perspective but explained the unique power of photography. “Photographs, because of their ubiquity within our social culture, have the ability to make a more compelling case, since people still tend to believe what they see in a photograph,” Bey said. “So when I make a photograph of a person or place in a particular way, I try to do it in a way that is evocative and compelling enough that the viewer almost intuitively believes it.” One of Bey’s first projects, Harlem, U.S.A, was a series of photos taken from 1975 to 1979. He completed The Birmingham Project in 2013, a

recognizable man in the world. Sports Illustrated named Ali, “Sportsmen of the Century,” but given the mythic arc of his life in and out of the ring, it can be argued the man born Cassius Marcellus Clay, was not only the greatest sportsmen of the 20th century, but also one of the greatest Americans of the 20th century.

Nina Simone-Inspired Play Coming to D.C. By Briana Thomas Special to the AFRO

Dawoud Bey will use his stipend as a MacArthur Fellow to focus on his art projects. By J. K. Schmid Special to the AFRO

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After being stripped of his title in 1968, Muhammad Ali regained the heavyweight championship of the world in Zaire, 43 years ago this week.

commemoration of the six lives lost in the bombing of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church. Bey photographed contemporary residents of Birmingham, Ala. His subjects were children as old as the murdered girls and adults that the viewer is invited to imagine were as old as the victims could have grown up to be. “I came of age in the late 1960s/early 1970s in what was a tumultuous moment in American history,” Bey said. “We are certainly in another moment of social upheaval. Moments like this require everyone to be engaged, and to figure out how they can speak back to power and form social bridges in whatever arena they are functioning in. And that includes artists of course.” With the rise again of White nationalism, Bey was asked about his concerns about a renewed campaign against so-called “degenerate” art. “If you’re a citizen of this country, your passport says that you live in the United States of America; it doesn’t say that you live in The Art World,” Bey said. “And the responsibilities of citizenship do not end because you are an artist. So artists need to always be mindful to find ways to bring the larger public into the work that they do, so that they have a level of familiarity with us, and so that their relationship to us is one that we define, not one that is defined and exploited by others. And now that we are in yet another moment of rampant conservatism, this becomes imperative yet again.”

In a tribute to music icon Nina Simone, playwright Christina Ham is set to open “Nina Simone: Four Women” on Nov. 10 at the Arena Stage in Southwest D.C. The musical play, directed by Timothy Douglas, is based on the turning point in Simone’s career when she transitioned from an entertainer to a civil rights activist after four Black girls were killed Courtesy photo in 1963 in a racially-motivated attack at a church in Birmingham, ‘Nina Simone: Four Women’ Ala. is a play based on a turning “The bombing of the 16th point in the famed singer’s Street Baptist Church came at career. a cataclysmic time not only in The play addresses the issues the fight for civil rights, but also of race, colorism and self-worth, in Ms. Simone’s battle to figure as Simone visits the church to out who she was going to be as find inspiration for her music, in an artist,” Ham said in a news honor of the four young victims, release. according to Foy. The play is set after the “We deal with the fact that explosion at the 16th Street you can look into the mirror and Baptist Church when Simone is not feel you are pretty,” Foy said, composing her explaining how original song “We should honor this society can judge “Mississippi people based on Goddam” in history, this legacy their skin tone. response to that has been given Foy said racial injustices to us by Ms. Simone, she can relate to in the South. Simone and her The church this important work struggle with bombing was of trying to steer the wanting to feel the third in accepted and journey of our race.” Birmingham within 11 days – Harriett D. Foy appreciated, “Our lives have after a federal many parallels mandate as a artist and as ordered Alabama schools to a brown woman, how you have integrate, according to History. to make so many sacrifices.” She com. The church had been a said being an artist can be lonely meeting place for Black leaders and the business doesn’t allow like Rev. Dr. Martin Luther time for distractions. King Jr. Foy said she hopes the Born in 1933 in Tyron, N.C., play, which she describes as the High Priestess of Soul, 90 minutes of a “whirlwind as she was known, recorded of emotions” will encourage several songs throughout her viewers to love one another and career as part of the Civil Rights to get involved. Movement, such as “Strange “We should honor this Fruit,” “Four Women” and history, this legacy that has “Young, Gifted and Black.” been given to us by Ms. Simone died on April 21, 2003 at Simone, this important work the age of 70. She suffered from of trying to steer the journey breast cancer. of our race,” Foy said. “This The show’s cast includes woman persevered even when award-winning actress and it was so much turmoil. Her University of Maryland graduate music transcends time.” Felicia Curry, Broadway actress Nina Simone is a 2018 Rock and Howard University graduate and Roll Hall of Fame nominee. Harriett D. Foy, Arena Stage first-timers Theresa Cunningham, Inductees will be announced in December and the Rock and Roll Darius Smith and Toni L. Martin. Hall of Fame 2018 ceremony Foy, who plays Simone, told is scheduled to be held in the AFRO Oct. 27 that there Cleveland on April 14, 2018. is camaraderie amongst her “Nina Simone: Four castmates, “My cast is great and Women” is scheduled to run we formed a sisterhood. We about through Dec. 24. to go in on y’all!” she joked.

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C . without Court superviCREDITORS b. Real Property 20001, on or before April sion. All unknown heirs $ 200.00 AND NOTICE TO 20, 2018. Claims against a n d h e i r s w h o s e UNKNOWN HEIRS the decedent shall be whereabouts are un- Patricia P Power, whose FAMILY presented to the under- COURT known shall enter their address is 5533 Gapland signed with a copy to the a p p e a r a n c e i n t h i s Road, Jefferson, MD, 202-879-1212 Register of Wills or filed proceeding. Objections 21755 was appointed with the DOMESTIC Register of Wills RELATIONS to such appointment (or personal representative with a copy to the under- to the probate of de- of the estate of Mary 202-879-0157 signed, on or before April cedent´s will) shall be Jane Suskind, who died 20, 2018, or be forever filed with the Register of on July 11, 2017 witha 17:15:39 EDT 2017 barred. Persons believed Wills, D.C., 515 5th will, and will serve withto be heirs or legatees of Street, N.W., 3rd Floor $ out a. Absent Defendant 150.00 Court supervision. All the decedent who do not W a s h i n g t o n , D . C . unknown b. Absolute Divorce $ 150.00 heirs and heirs receive a copy of this no- 20001, on or before April whose whereabouts are tice by mail within 25 20, 2017. Claims against $150.00 c. Custody Divorce unknown shall enter their days of its first publica- the decedent shall be a p p e a r a n c e i n t h i s tion shall so inform the presented to the under- proceeding. Objections of Wills, includ- signed with a copy to the to such appointment (or To place your ad, Register callname, 1-800-237-6892, ext. 262, Public Notices $50.00 & up ing address and Register of Wills or filed to the probate of derelationship. depending on size, Baltimore Legal areof$24.84 per inch. withNotices the Register Wills cedent´s will) shall be Date of Publication: with a copy to the underfiled with the Register of 1-800 (AFRO) 892 October 20, 2017 signed, on or before April Wills, D.C., 515 5th Name of newspaper: or be forever Street, N.W., 3rd Floor For Proof of Publication, please20, call2017, 1-800-237-6892, ext. 244 Afro-American barred. Persons believed W a s h i n g t o n , D . C . Washington to be heirs or legatees of 20001, on or before April Law Reporter the decedent who do not 20, 2018. Claims against Jacqueline Taylor receive a copy of this no- the decedent shall be LEGAL NOTICES TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:17:53 EDT 2017 LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Personal tice LEGAL NOTICES by mail within 25 presented to the underRepresentative days of its first publicasigned with a copy to the tion shall so inform the Register of Wills or filed TRUE TEST COPY Superior Court of Register of Wills, includwith the Register of Wills REGISTER OF WILLS the District of ing name, address and with a copy to the underDistrict of Columbia relationship. signed, on or before April 10/20, 10/27, 11/3/17 PROBATE DIVISION Date of Publication: 20, 2018, or be forever TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:16:17 EDT 2017 Washington, D.C. October 20, 2017 barred. Persons believed 20001-2131 Name of newspaper: to be heirs or legatees of Administration No. Afro-American the decedent who do not Superior Court of 2017ADM1131 Washington receive a copy of this nothe District of Victoria J Taylor Law Reporter tice by mail within 25 District of Columbia Decedent DeEster Kemp days of its first publicaPROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF Personal tion shall so inform the Washington, D.C. APPOINTMENT, Representative Register of Wills, includ20001-2131 NOTICE TO ing name, address and Administration No. CREDITORS TRUE TEST COPY relationship. 2017ADM333 AND NOTICE TO REGISTER OF WILLS Date of Publication: Brita Kemp UNKNOWN HEIRS October 20, 2017 Jacqueline H Taylor, Decedent 10/20, 10/27,Tue 11/3/17 Name of EDT newspaper: TYPESET: Oct 31 17:15:23 2017 whose address is 6527 Elise A Joyner Afro-American Halleck St., District 1730 Rhode Island Ave Washington Heights, MD 20747, NW Law Reporter Superior Court of wasappointed personal Suite 1015 Patricia P Power the representative of the Washington, DC 20036 Personal Attorney District of Columbia estate of Victoria J Representative NOTICE OF PROBATE DIVISION Taylor, who died on APPOINTMENT, Washington, D.C. November 4, 2007 withTRUE TEST COPY NOTICE TO 20001-2131 out a will, and will serve REGISTER OF WILLS CREDITORS Administration No. with Court supervision. AND NOTICE TO 2017ADM001121 All unknown heirs and 10/20, 10/27, 11/3/17 UNKNOWN HEIRS Mary Jane Suskind heirs whose whereDecedent abouts are unknown DeEster Kemp, whose Robert L Pillote Jr., Esq shall enter their appear- address is 5629 8th St. 6010 Executive Bouance in this proceeding. NW, Washington, DC 20011, was appointed levard, Suite 900 Objections to such Rockville, MD 20852 appointment shall be personal representative Attorney filed with the Register of of the estate of Brita Kemp, who died on NOTICE OF Wills, D.C., 515 5th November 18, 2015 withAPPOINTMENT, Street, N.W., 3rd Floor out a will, and will serve NOTICE TO Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . CREDITORS 20001, on or before April without Court superviAND NOTICE TO 20, 2018. Claims against sion. All unknown heirs UNKNOWN HEIRS the decedent shall be a n d h e i r s w h o s e Patricia P Power, whose presented to the under- whereabouts are unaddress is 5533 Gapland signed with a copy to the known shall enter their a p p e a r a n c e i n t h i s Road, Jefferson, MD, Register of Wills or filed 21755 was appointed with the Register of Wills proceeding. Objections personal representative with a copy to the under- to such appointment (or of the estate of Mary signed, on or before April to the probate of decedent´s will) shall be Jane Suskind, who died 20, 2018, or be forever filed with the Register of on July 11, 2017 witha barred. Persons believed Wills, D.C., 515 5th will, and will serve withto be heirs or legatees of out Court supervision. All the decedent who do not Street, N.W., 3rd Floor unknown heirs and heirs receive a copy of this no- W a s h i n g t o n , D . C . whose whereabouts are tice by mail within 25 20001, on or before April 20, 2017. Claims against unknown shall enter their days of its first publicathe decedent shall be appearance in this tion shall so inform the proceeding. Objections Register of Wills, includ- presented to the underto such appointment (or ing name, address and signed with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed to the probate of derelationship. with the Register of Wills cedent´s will) shall be Date of Publication: with a copy to the underfiled with the Register of October 20, 2017 signed, on or before April Wills, D.C., 515 5th Name of newspaper: 20, 2017, or be forever Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Afro-American barred. Persons believed Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . Washington to be heirs or legatees of 20001, on or before April Law Reporter the decedent who do not 20, 2018. Claims against Jacqueline Taylor receive a copy of this nothe decedent shall be Personal tice by mail within 25 presented to the underRepresentative days of its first publicasigned with a copy to the tion shall so inform the Register of Wills or filed TRUE TEST COPY Register of Wills, includwith the Register of Wills REGISTER OF WILLS ing name, address and with a copy to the underrelationship. signed, on or before April 10/20, 10/27, 11/3/17 Date of Publication: 20, 2018, or be forever

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TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 LEGAL NOTICES Superior Court of the District of Columbia PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2017ADM001119 Anthony N Udu-gama Decedent Edward T Love Esq Ortman, Love, & Huckabay 4816 Moorland Lane Bethesda, MD 20814 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Nicholas A Udu-gama, whose address is 4708 3rd Place, NW., #2, Washington, DC, 20011 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Anthony N Udugama, who died on August 3, 2017 with a will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose where-abouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent´s will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . 20001, on or before April 20, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before April 20, 2018, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: October 20, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington Law Reporter Nicholas A Udu-gama Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY REGISTER OF WILLS 10/20, 10/27, 11/3/17

TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Foreign No. 2017FEP000119 Date of Death April 21, 1990 Russell Cooper Decedent NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS George J Little whose address is 6228 Yellowstone Dr., Alexandria, VA 22312 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Russell Cooper deceased by theMaryland Orphan’s Court for Prince Georges C o u n t y, S t a t e o f Maryland., on September 28, 2017, Service of process may be made upon Aaron E Price, Sr., Esq, 717 D St., NW, #300, Wash., DC 20004 whose designation as District of Columbia agent has been filed with the Register of Wills, D.C. The decedent owned the following District of Colombia real property: 824 I St, NE, Washington., DC 20002 Claims against the decedent may be presented to the undersigned and filed with the Register of Wills for the District of Columbia, Building A, 515 5th Street, NW 3rd FloorWashington, D.C. 20001 within 6 months from the date of first publication of this notice. George J Little Personal Representative(s) TRUE TEST COPY REGISTER OF WILLS Date of first publication: October 20, 2017 Name of newspapers and/or periodical: The Daily Washington Law Reporter The Afro-American 10/20, 10/27, 11/3/17

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Superior Court of the District of Columbia PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2017ADM001182 Theresa Howe Jones Decedent Donata Edwards 1629 k Street NW Suite 300 Washington, DC 20006 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Deborah T Jones , whose address is 4016 Martin Luther King Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20032 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Theresa Howe Jones, who died on July 10, 2017 with a will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose where-abouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this

CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Deborah T Jones , whose address is 4016 Martin Luther King Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20032 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Theresa 17:14:44 EDT 2017 Howe Jones, who died LEGAL NOTICES on July 10, 2017 with a will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose where-abouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent´s will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . 20001, on or before April 27, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before April 27, 2018, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: October 27, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington Law Reporter Deborah T Jones Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY REGISTER OF WILLS 10/27, 11/3, 11/10/17

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Superior Court of the District of Columbia PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2017ADM680 Leonard C Corbin Sr. Decedent NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Joel R Davidson, Esq, whose address is 611 Pennsylvania Ave, SE, No 288, Washington, DC 20003, was appointed personal representative of the estate of Leonard C Corbin Sr, who died on April 7, 2011 with a will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are 17:18:11 unknownEDT shall 2017 enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent´s will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . 20001, on or before April 27, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before April 27, 2018, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: October 27, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington Law Reporter Joel R Davidson Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY REGISTER OF WILLS 10/27, 11/3, 11/10/17

TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 Superior Court of the District of Columbia PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2016ADM000360 Pauline Peay Decedent Samuel C Hamilton Esq 8601 Georgia Ave Suite 608 Silver Spring, Maryland 20910 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Samuel C Hamilton Esq, whose address is 8601 Georgia Ave, Suite 608, Silver Spring, MD 20910 wasappointed personal representative of the estate of Pauline Peay, 17:12:59 2017 2, who diedEDT on January 2013 without a will, and will serve with Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before April 27, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before April 27, 2018, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: October 27, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington

whose addresses are Euclid Street, NW, with a copy to the under- 1101 AdelSuiteRd#10 3 signed, on or before April 7959 Riggs phi MD 20783 10810 DC 20009 27, 2018, or be forever Washington, barred. Persons believed B l a c k s t o n e Av e n u e , And MD 20623 to be heirs or legatees of Cheltenham the decedent who do not were appointed personal STEVEN N. BUCKMAN, of the receive a copy of this no- representatives of Joseph Dawson tice by mail within 25 estate TRUSTEE c/owho Buckman Legal, died on May 6, days of its first publica- Jr., PLLC a will, and will tion shall so inform the 2017 with 4315 50th Street LEGALof NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES without, Court suRegister Wills, includ- serve NW, Suite unknown ing name, address and pervision. All 60 Washington, DC 20016 heirs and heirs whose relationship. whereabouts are unDate of Publication: And known shall enter their October 27, 2017 appearance in this Name of newspaper: JASON S. GUETZKOW, proceeding. Objections Afro-American TRUSTEE toc/o such appointment Washington Buckman Legal, (or to the probate of deLaw Reporter PLLC will) shall be Samuel C Hamilton cedent´s 4315 50th Street Register of Personal filed with NW, the Suite 60 D.C.,DC 515 5th Representative Wills, Washington, 20016 Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Wa s h i n g ton, D.C. TRUE TEST COPY And 20001, on or before REGISTER OF WILLS March 8, 2018.LOAN Claims BWF PRIVATE against theLLC decedent FUND, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10/17 shall Wisconsin be EDT presented to the 7501 Avenue, TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:14:08 2017 undersigned with Suite 125 W a copy MDof 20814 toBethesda, the Register Wills or filed with the Register of SUPERIOR COURT OF Wills with a copy to the THE DISTRICT OF And on or beundersigned, COLUMBIA fore March 8, 2018, or be PROBATE DIVISION JOHN GAMBLE, forever barred. Persons Washington, D.C. TRUSTEE believed to be heirs or 20001-2131 4812 Georgia Avenue legatees of the decedent Administration No. NW, do Washington, DC a who not receive 2017ADM000727 20011 copy of this notice by mail Estate of within 25 days of its first Horace L Smith And publication shall so inDeceased form the Register of NOTICE OF Wills,CLAUDE including O. name, STANDARD address and relationBARRINGTON, PROBATE ship. TRUSTEE Notice is hereby given Date of Publication: Georgia Avenue that a petition has been 4812 September 8, 2017DC NW, Washington, filed in this Court by Name of newspaper: 20011 Frances J Rollins for Afro-American standard probate, includWashington And ing the appoint-ment of Law Reporter one or more personal Karen DBANK Dawson INDUSTRIAL represen-tative. Unless a 4812 Georgia Sherry Avenue L Dawson complaint or an objection NW, Washington, DC Personal in accordance with 20011 Representative Superior Court Probate

below, their Heirs, Personal Representatives, Executors, Administrators, Grantees, Assigns or TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 Successors in Right, Title, Interest, and Any and all persons having or claiming have any interIN THEtoSUPERIOR est COURT in the leasehold OF THEor fee simple in the property DISTRICT OF and premises situate, COLUMBIA lying LEGAL and being DIVISION inNOTICES the District of CIVIL Columbia described Civil Action No. as: Square 2862 LotL(RP) 0096. 2017 CA 005674 May(Action also be known Involving as 1101Real Euclid Street NW, Property) Washington, CalendarDC 1820009 Magistrate Judge Defendants Raymond

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Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . 20001, on or before May 3, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before May NOTICES 3,LEGAL 2018 , or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: November 3, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington Law Reporter Mary E Adams Personal Representative

Wed Nov 10, 01 15:28:43 2017 November 4, 2017TYPESET: - November 2017,EDT The Afro-American All Unknown Owners of the Property described below, their Heirs, PerLEGAL NOTICES sonal Representatives, TYPESET: Nov 01 Executors, Wed Administrators, Grantees, Assigns or Successors in Right, Title, IN THEand SUPERIOR Interest, Any and all p e r s oCOURT n s h a vOF ing or THE claiming to have any interOF or fee est inDISTRICT the leasehold simpleCOLUMBIA in the property and CIVIL DIVISION premises situate, lying and being in the District of Civil Action No. as: Columbia described 2017 CA4058 005675 Square LotL(RP) 0038. (Action Involving Real May also be known as Property) 1114 Queen Street NE, Calendar 1820002 Washington, DC Magistrate Judge Raymond Defendants

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COLUMBIA and CIVIL being in the District of DIVISION Columbia described Civil Action No. as: Square 4067 LotL(RP) 0092. 2017 CA 005670 May also be known (Action Involving as 1219Real Trinidad Avenue Property) NE, Washington, DC Calendar 18 20002 ORDER OF FOR Magistrate Judge MTAG CUSTODIAN Raymond E M PPUBLICATION IRE VIII DC Defendants PORTFOLIO, LLC In (MTAG accordance D. C. MTAG CUSTODIAN FOR CUST.with FOR ORDER VIII OF §47-1375, the EMPIRE ECode MPIR E VIII D C PUBLICATION objectPORTFOLIO) of this proceeding DC In accordance with D. 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FORthe §47-1375, the Plaintiff(s) in this ac- Code and soldPlaintiff by the Mayor of EMPIRE DC of thisVIII proceeding tion described as Square object ANTAWAN WILLIAMS secure the foreclo- the District of Columbia to 2862 0096, which may is to PORTFOLIO) 3602Lot Copperville Way the Plaintiff(s) W 38th Street,of rethe right also known asMD 1101 sure57of vs. in this acFortbe Washington, 9thinFloor the following tion described as Square E u c l i d 20744 S t r e e t N W , demption Lot 0092, which may Newproperty York, NYlocated 10018 in 4067 Washington, DC 20009 real MARY M. THOMAS also Eastern be known as 1219 (the ”RealAnd Property”).The the District of Columbia, 5830 Avenue NE Trinidad Avenue NE, by the Mayor of complaint states, among and soldPlaintiff Washington, DC 20011 Washington, DC 20002 other things, that the the District of Columbia to JOHN GAMBLE, Property”).The vs. in this ac- (the ”RealAnd amounts necessary for re- the Plaintiff(s) TRUSTEE demption haveAvenue, not been tion described as Square complaint states, among 8700 Georgia other things, that the CALANDRA Lot 0038, DIXON which may paid.Pursuant to the Chief 4058 GERALD CHARLES Suite 305 necessary for re4725be Southern also knownAvenue as 1114 amounts Judge’s Administration THOMAS Silver Spring, MD 20910 demption have not been u e e n Heights, S t r e e tMDN E , 5830 Order Number 02-11, it is Q Capitol Eastern Avenue NE paid.Pursuant to20011 the Chief 20743DC 20002 Washington, this 15th And day of August, Washington, DC Judge’s Administration (the ”Real Property”).The 2017, complaint And states, among Order Number ORDERED by the And 02-11, it is CLAUDE O. other things, that the this 15th day of August, Superior Court of the BARRINGTON, N. BIERMAN, amounts necessary for re- 2017, DistrictTRUSTEE of Columbia, that HOWARD DC WATER AND by the SuperTRUSTEE have not been ORDERED noticeGeorgia be givenAvenue, by the demption SEWER 8700 ior Court of the District of 4520 East West Highway, insertion of a305 copy of this paid. Pursuant to the AUTHORITY Suite Columbia, notice Suite Bethesda, MD Chief200, Judge’s AdministraOrder Spring, in the MD Washington 810 Firstthat Street NE be Silver 20910 by the insertion of a 20814 tion Order Number 02-11, given Afro American NewsWashington, DC 20002 copy of this Order in the paper, a And newspaper of it is this 15th day of AuW a s h i n g t o n A f ro And general circulation in the gust, 2017, ORDERED by And District of Columbia, once the Superior Court of the American Newspaper, a INDUSTRIAL BANK Division Rule 407 is filed And of general TRUE TEST COPY CARRIE M. WARD, that newspaper of Columbia, a8700 week for Avenue, three (3) District THE DISTRICT OF cirGeorgia in this Court within 30 in the District of REGISTER OF WILLS be given by the culation successive weeks, notify- notice TRUSTEE COLUMBIA Suite 305, Silver Spring, days from the date of first DISTRICT OF Columbia, once a week 4520 East West Highway, ing all MD persons interested insertion of a copy of this Serve: Mayor of the 20910 publication of this notice, COLUMBIA three of (3)Columbia successive Suite 09/8, 09/15, 09/22/17 the 200 Washington forDistrict in the Real Property de- Order in the Court may take the DEPARTMENT OF weeks, notifying all perBethesda, MD 20814 American Newsabove to appear 17:13:51 EDT 2017 set TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 scribed 15:23:19 EDT 2017 in Afro Muriel Bowser And action hereinafter PUBLIC WORKS interested in the this Court by the 13th day paper, a newspaper of sons Attn: Office of the forth. 2800B New York Avenue, Real Property described And circulation in the of December, 2017, and general Secretary DC WATER AND 0 $13,695.34, together with And In the absence a will NE, Washington, DC appear in this of from Columbia, once redeem SEWER the Real Property District TYPESET: Wed of Nov 01 15:23:19 EDT 2017 1350toPennsylvania interest the date the above IN THE SUPERIOR or proof satisfactory to 20002 by the 13th#419 day of MILL CITY MORTGAGE a Real week for three (3) Court b y pAUTHORITY aDC ym ent of Avenue, N.W., Property tax certifWATER COURT the Court of due execuDecember, 2017,DC and reLOAN 2016-1, weeks, notifyWashington, 810 First NEwith successive $13,695.34, together And icate TRUST was purchased; ANDStreet, SEWER OF THE tion, enter an order deterdeem the Real Property WILMINGTON SAVINGS all persons interested 20001 Washington, DC 20002 interest from the date the ing court costs and attorney’s AUTHORITY IN THE SUPERIOR DISTRICT mining that the decedent FUNDS SOCIETY FSB, the Real Property de-in by payment of $7,257.62, Real 810 Property tax certif- in DCCOLUMBIA WATER fees; expenses incurred First Street, COURT OF died intestate together with interest from D/B/A CHRISTIANA scribed above to appear in Serve: Attorney General And icate was purchased; AND SEWER the publication and serNE, Washington, DC OF aTHE 0 CIVIL DIVISION the date the Real Property appoint supervised TRUST ASby Court by the 13th day of the District of Columbia court costs20002 and attorney’s this AUTHORITY vice of process publicaDISTRICT Civil Action No. tax certificate was personal representative TRUSTEE December, and Attn: Darlene FieldspurTHEexpenses 2472 ALABAMA fees; incurred in oftion 810 First Street,L(RP) and for 2017, reasonable OF COLUMBIA 2017 CA 005667 chased; costs Register of Wills 500 Delaware Avenue, the Real Property 441 4thcourt Street, NW and AVENUE the publication and ser- redeem NE, Washington, DC fees for the title search; all And CIVIL DIVISION (Action Involving fees; 11th Floor Clerk of byother payment of $4,756.67, Washington, DCexpenses 20001 CONDOMINIUM UNIT vice of process by publica20002 amounts paid by the attorney’s Civil Action No. incurred in the publication Real Property) Wilmington, DE from together withininterest the Probate Division OWNERS tion THE and for reasonable petitioner accordance DISTRICT OF 2017 005667 L(RP) of process by Calendar 19801 date Real Property DateCA of First Publication And ASSOCIATION, INC. all the fees for the title search; And 18 with thethe provisions of D. C. and service COLUMBIA (Action27, Involving Magistrate Judge tax certificate was pur-all publication and for reaOctober 2017 otherServe: amounts paidofby the Code §47-1361 and Mayor the RealofProperty) sonable fees Owners for the title Raymond OF Andmunicipal chased; court costs and Unknown of c/o ResAgent, Inc., Names Newspapers: petitioner inof accordance THE DISTRICT outstanding lien All District Columbia Calendar 18 search; all other amounts expenses Property described Agent Washington withRegistered theMuriel provisions of D. C. attorney’s COLUMBIA amountsfees; and real property the Bowser Magistrate Judge paid by the petitioner in MTAG CUSTODIAN FOR THE DISTRICT OF in the publication 1800 Street, NW, Suite Law Reporter CodeM §47-1361 all incurred Serve: Mayor of the taxes due and owing on below, their Heirs, PerAttn: Office ofand the Raymond accordance with the proviEMPIRE VIII DC COLUMBIA of process Real by sonal Representatives, 450N outstanding municipal lien and District of Columbia Washington theservice aforementioned Secretary sions of D. C. Code PORTFOLIO, Serve: Mayor offor thereaandanswer AdministraWashington, DC 20036 amounts real property publication Muriel BowserLLC Property, or the Executors, 1350and Pennsylvania AFRO-AMERICAN MTAG CUSTODIAN FOR § 4 7Grantees, - 1 3 6 1 Assigns a n d aorl l (MTAG CUST. FOR Districtfees of Columbia the title a tors, taxes due and owing Attn: Office of the complaint, or,for thereafter, Avenue, N.W., #419on sonable Carmiece Graves EMPIRET VIII DC outstanding municipal lien EMPIRE VIII DC Muriel Bowser all other will amounts And DC 20001 theWashington, aforementioned Real search; Secretary final judgment be en- Successors in Right, Title, 9701 Apollo Dr, LLC #100 PORTFOLIO, amountsand and real PORTFOLIO) Attn: Office of the byforeclosing the petitioner in Interest, Any property and all Property, or answer the paid 1350 Pennsylvania tered the right Largo, MD 20774 (MTAG CUST. FOR due owing 57 W 38th Street, 9th Secretary with in thethe provierson s hand avin g o r on THE Attorney DISTRICT complaint, or, thereafter, a accordance Avenue, N.W., #419 of redemption Real ptaxes Serve: General Signature EMPIREofVIII DC the aforementioned Real Floor NewDC York, NY 1350 of Pennsylvania D. Codein claiming to have any interOF of final judgment willColumbia be en- sions Washington, 20001 Property andC.vesting of the District Petitioners/Attorney PORTFOLIO) Property, or answer the 10018 Avenue, 7 -Plaintiff 1 3 6 1 aa title n d ina lfee l est in the leasehold or fee COLUMBIA tered foreclosing the right § 4 the Attn: Darlene Fields 57 W 38th Street, 9th complaint, or,property thereafter, N.W., municipal #419 lien simple in the anda Mayor the of Serve: redemption inofthe Real outstanding Serve: Attorney General simple. 441 4th Street, NW 10/27, 11/3/17 Floor New York, NY final judgment will be enPlaintiff Washington, and realDC property premises situate, lying District of Columbia Property and vesting in amounts of the District of Columbia Washington, DC 20001 10018 tered foreclosing the right TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:13:31 EDT 2017 20001 and of owing on and being in the District of Muriel Bowser the Plaintiff a title in fee taxes due Attn: Darlene Fields Clerk the Court of redemption in the Real vs the aforementioned Real Columbia described as: Attn: Office simple. 441 4th Street, NW Andof the Plaintiff Property and vesting in Serve: Attorney General Property, or answer the Square 3735 Lot 0062. Secretary Washington, DC 20001 By Clerk the Plaintiff title in fee FLC 1101, L.L.C. the District Columbia or,ofthereafter, a May also bea known as 1350 Pennsylvania Ave-of ofcomplaint, SUPERIOR COURT OF Clerk ofOwners the Court James D. McGinley All Unknown simple. vs c/o Alexandra final Darlene judgmentFields will be441 en- 5830 Eastern Avenue N.W., #419 THE DISTRICT OF And Collins, thenue, Property described Attn: Registered Agent Street, NW foreclosing the right NE, Washington, DC Washington, DC By Clerk COLUMBIA 11/03, 11/10, 11/17 below, their Heirs, Per- tered4th FLC 1101, L.L.C. 1101 Euclid Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 of redemption in the Real 20011 Clerk of the Court 20001 D. McGinley All Unknown Owners of sonalJames Representatives, PROBATE DIVISION c/o Alexandra Collins, Suitedescribed 3 the Property Executors, Administra- Property and vesting in Washington, D.C. By: Clerk Registered Agent Washington, DC 20009 And Plaintiff a title in fee Defendants Attorney General 11/03, 11/10, 11/17 below, their Heirs, Per- Serve: tors, Grantees, Assigns 20001-2131 TYPESET: Wed Nov or 01 the 15:25:20 EDT 2017 James D. McGinley 1101 Euclid Street, NW, of the District sonal Representatives, Successors in Right, Title, simple. Foreign No. Suite 3 Owners of ORDER OF of Columbia Executors, And AdministraInterest, and Any and all All UnknownAnd 2017FEP124 James D. McGinley 11/10, 11/17/17 Washington, DC 20009 the Property described Clerk of the Court 11/3, PUBLICATION TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 tors, Grantees, Assigns or pAttn: eIN r sTHE oDarlene n s SUPERIOR h a vFields ing or Date of Death STEVEN N. BUCKMAN, below, their Heirs, Per441 4th Street, NW Successors in Right, Title, claiming to have any interTYPESET: Wed Nov 01 15:25:20 EDT 2017 August All Unknown Owners of 11/3, 11/10, 11/17/17 COURT OF THE And31, 2009 TRUSTEE sonal Representatives, By: Clerk Washington, DC 20001 Interest, and Any and all est inDISTRICT the leasehold described In accordance with D. C. Sally A Flowers OF or fee the Property AdministraCode §47-1375, the p e r c/o s o nBuckman s h a v i nLegal, g or simpleCOLUMBIA in And the property and Executors, IN THE SUPERIOR James McGinley below, their D. Heirs, PerDecedent STEVEN N. BUCKMAN, PLLC tors, Grantees, Assigns or object of this proceeding claiming to have any interpremises situate, lying sonal Representatives, COURT OF IN THE SUPERIOR NOTICE OF CIVIL DIVISION TRUSTEE 4315 50th Street Right,Nov Title,01 is15:21:58 TYPESET: Wed EDT toTHE secure the 2017 forecloest in the leasehold or fee and beingAction in the District DISTRICT OF Unknown Owners ofof Successors 11/3, 11/10,in11/17/17 Executors, AdministraCOURT OF THE Civil No. c/oAPPOINTMENT Buckman Legal, NW, 60 and AllColumbia Interest, and Any and all sure ofCOLUMBIA the right of resimple in theSuite property described the Property described Grantees, Assigns or DISTRICT OF20016 2017 CA 005674 L(RP)as: p etors, OFPLLC FOREIGN Washington, DC r s o n s h a v i n g o r premises situate, lying below, and being in the District of Square 2862 Lot 0096. CIVIL DIVISION their Heirs, PerSuccessors in Right, Title, COLUMBIA (Action Involving PERSONAL 4315 50th Street to have any interand CIVIL being DIVISION in the District of sonal described May Real also be known as claiming IN THE SUPERIOR Civil Action No. as: Representatives, Interest, and Any or and all Columbia Property) NW, Suite 60 REPRESENTATIVE And est in the leasehold fee Columbia described as: Square 4067 Lot 0092. 1101 Euclid Street NW, COURT OF 2017 CA 005670 L(RP) Executors, Administrap e r s in o nthe s property h a v i n g and or Civil Action No. Calendar 18 Washington, DC 20016 AND Square LotL(RP) 0096. tors, also be known as Washington, DC 20009 (Action Involving Grantees, or simple claiming toTHE have anylying inter- May 2017 CA2862 005674 MagistrateAssigns Judge JASON GUETZKOW, premises situate, NOTICE TO May alsoS.be known as Successors 1219 Trinidad Avenue DISTRICT OF Real Property) in Right, Title, est in the leasehold or fee (Action Involving Raymond And TRUSTEE CREDITORS 1101Real Euclid Street NW, NE, Washington, DC Calendar 18 Interest, Defendants and Any and all simpleCOLUMBIA in the property and Property) c/o Buckman Legal, Krystle Clarke and Karen Washington, DC 20009 20002 CIVIL DIVISION Magistrate Judge pMTAG e r s o nCUSTODIAN s h a v i n g oFOR r premises situate, lying Calendar 18 JASON S. GUETZKOW, PLLC C Winston whose adRaymond claiming to and being in the District of Magistrate E M P I ORDER R have E Vany IOF I I interDC 4315 50thJudge Street dress TRUSTEE is 14421 Jaystone Defendants Defendants PUBLICATION Civil Action No. as: est inPORTFOLIO, the leaseholdLLC or fee Columbia described Raymond c/oSilver Buckman Legal, NW, Suite 60 Dr, Spring, MD and 2017 CA4058 005675 simple in theCUST. property and Square LotL(RP) 0038. MTAG CUSTODIAN FOR (MTAG FOR Washington, DC 20016 premises 18019 PLLC Santa Barbara MTAG ORDER OF ORDER OF In accordance with D. C. (Action Involving Real EMPIRE VIII May also be known as CUSTODIAN FOR E M P I R situate, E V I I I lying DC 4315Detroit, 50th Street PUBLICATION Drive, MI 48221 E M PPUBLICATION Code §47-1375, Property) DC and being in the Districtthe of 1114 Queen Street NE, I R E And VIII DC PORTFOLIO) NW, Suite 60 In accordance with were appointed personal object of38th this Street, proceeding CalendarDC 1820002 PORTFOLIO, LLCD. C. Columbia described as: Washington, PORTFOLIO, LLC 57 W Washington, DC 20016 Code(MTAG §47-1375, accordance with D. C. Square representatives of the In (MTAG is to secure the forecloMagistrate Judge CUST. the 4058 Lot 0038. CUST. FOR 9th Floor BWF§47-1375, PRIVATE LOAN object of this proceeding the sure of the right of reRaymond estate of Sally A Flowers, ECode FOR EMPIRE VIII MayNew also be NY known Defendants M P I RFUND, E V LLC III DC York, 10018as Andby the Or- object is to the forecloof this proceeding demption the following DCsecure PORTFOLIO) deceased 1114 Queenin Street NE, PORTFOLIO) Wisconsin Avenue, sure of reis7501 to the foreclo- Washington, real property located in MTAG CUSTODIAN FOR 57of W the 38th right Street, DC 20002 pBWF h a nPRIVATE ’ s C o u rLOAN t for ORDER OF 57secure WSuite 38th125 Street, Plaintiff W demption in the sure of9th theFloor right of rethe District of Columbia, EMPIRE VIII DC 9th Floor following Montgomery PUBLICATION FUND, LLCCounty, demption Bethesda, MDfollowing 20814 real property located in the and sold by the Mayor of PORTFOLIO, LLC New York, NY 10018 in Defendants StateWisconsin of Maryland., In accordance with D. C. New York, NY 10018 vs. 7501 Avenue,on real the District of Columbia, property located in the District of Columbia to Code (MTAG CUST. FORthe §47-1375, September, 21W 2009, Suite 125 and soldPlaintiff by the Mayor of the District of Columbia, the Plaintiff(s) in this ac- object EMPIRE DC ORDERWILLIAMS OF of thisVIII proceeding Plaintiff Service of MD process ANTAWAN Bethesda, 20814may And tion described as Way Square is to PORTFOLIO) PUBLICATION secure the foreclo- the District of Columbia to be made upon Marc A and sold by the Mayor of 3602 Copperville the Plaintiff(s) the District of Columbia to 2862 Lot 0096, which may 57 W 38th Street, vs. in this acIn accordance with D. sure of the right of reFort Washington, MDC. Isaacs, Esquire, 1350 JOHNvs. GAMBLE, the Plaintiff(s) in this ac- Code also be known asthe 1101 demption 9thinFloor §47-1375, the following tion described as Square 20744 Connecticut And Ave. NW, tion described TRUSTEE Lot 0092, which may as Square object E u c lofi dthis S tproceeding r e e t N W , real Newproperty York, NYlocated 10018 in 4067 MARY M. THOMAS WILLIAMS Ste, 600 Washington, ANTAWAN 4812 Georgia Avenue also Eastern be known as 1219 2862 Lot 0096, which may is Washington, 20009 the District of Columbia, 5830 Avenue NE to secureAnd theDC foreclo3602 Copperville Way DCJOHN 20036 whose des- also GAMBLE, NW, Washington, DC Trinidad Avenue NE, be known as 1101 (the ”Real Property”).The Plaintiff Washington, DC 20011 sure of the right of reand sold by the Mayor of Washington, MD ignation as District of EFort TRUSTEE Washington, DC 20002 u c l i d 20744 S20011 t r e e t N W , demption complaint states, among in the following the District of Columbia to JOHN GAMBLE, 4812 Georgiaagent Avenuehas Washington, DC 20009 Columbia Property”).The other things, that in the the Plaintiff(s) vs. in this ac- (the ”RealAnd real property located TRUSTEE NW, Washington, And been filed with the DC Regis- (the ”Real Property”).The amounts necessary for re- tion described as Square complaint states, among the District of Columbia, And 8700 Georgia Avenue, 20011 ter of Wills, D.C. other things, that the complaint states, among and demption have not been CALANDRA DIXON GERALD CHARLES sold Suite by the Mayor of 4058 Lot 0038, which may 305 The decedent owned the other things, that the the necessary for repaid.Pursuant to the Chief 4725 be Southern THOMAS District of Columbia to also knownAvenue as 1114 amounts JOHN GAMBLE, Silver Spring, MD 20910 And CLAUDE O. f o l l o w i n g D i s t r i c t o f demption have not been amounts necessary for re- the Judge’s Administration 17:12:43 EDT 2017 Eastern Avenue NE Plaintiff(s) in this acQ Capitol u e e n Heights, S t r e e MD t N E , 5830 TRUSTEE BARRINGTON, Colombia real property: demption paid.Pursuant to20011 the Chief haveAvenue, not been tion Order Number it is Washington, 20743DC 20002 Washington, DC described Square 8700 Georgia Andas02-11, TRUSTEE 250 Kennedy Street, paid.Pursuant Judge’s Administration to the Chief this 15th day of August, (the ”Real Property”).The 305 Avenue 4058 Lot 0038, which may O. 4812 Suite Georgia NW, CLAUDE Washington, DC Silver Judge’s Administration 2017, And 02-11, it is also beCLAUDE known as complaint And states, among Order Number Spring, MD 20910 O. 1114 BARRINGTON, NW, Washington, 20011 Order Number 02-11,DC it is QORDERED by the u e e n S t r e e t N E , other things, that the this 15th day of August, BARRINGTON, TRUSTEE 20011 2017, day of August, Washington, Claims against the de- this 15th And Superior Court the HOWARD N. BIERMAN, DC WATER AND DCof 20002 amounts necessary for reTRUSTEE 4812 Georgia by the SuperDistrict ofProperty”).The Columbia, that demption cedent may Avenue be pre- 2017, TRUSTEE SEWER (the ”Real have not been ORDERED 8700 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC And ior Court of the District of ORDERED by the notice be given by the 4520 East West Highway, sented to the underAUTHORITY complaint states, among paid. Pursuant to the CLAUDE O. Suite 305 20011 Columbia, notice Court of the insertion of a MD copy ofthe this Suite Bethesda, MD 810 Firstthat Street NE be other things, that20910 signed and filed with the Superior Chief200, Judge’s AdministraBARRINGTON, Silver Spring, INDUSTRIAL BANK by the insertion of a of Columbia, that amounts Order in the Washington 20814 Washington, DC 20002 necessary for reRegister And of Wills for the District tion Order Number 02-11, given TRUSTEE 4812 Georgia Avenue copy of this Order in the notice be given by the Afro American Newsdemption have not been District of Columbia, 8700 it is this 15th day of AuGeorgia Avenue, And NW, Washington, gton Afro of a305 copy ofDC this paid. paper, a newspaper And Pursuant to theof gust, 2017, ORDERED by W a s h i nAnd Suite Building A, 515BANK 5th Street insertion INDUSTRIAL 20011 Order Spring, in the Washington general circulation in the the Superior Court of the American Newspaper, a Chief Judge’s AdministraMD 20910 NWWashington, D.C. Silver INDUSTRIAL BANK 4812 Georgia Avenue newspaper of general Afro American NewsDistrict ofNumber Columbia, once District CARRIE M. WARD, that THE DISTRICT OF cirtion Order 02-11, of Columbia, 20001 within 6 months 8700 Georgia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC And in the District of newspaper of itSuite ais week for three (3) notice TRUSTEE COLUMBIA this 15th day of Aube given by the culation from the20011 date of first pub- paper, a And 305, Silver Spring, onceofathe week general circulation in the gust, successive weeks, notify4520 Eastof West Highway, Serve: Mayor 2017, by insertion a copy of this Columbia, MDORDERED 20910 lication of this notice. OFonce the three of (3)Columbia successive DistrictDISTRICT of Columbia, ingSuperior all persons interested Suite Court of the Order in the200 Washington forDistrict BANK And Krstle Clark a INDUSTRIAL COLUMBIA weeks, notifying all week for three (3) District in the ofReal de- Afro Bethesda, MD 20814 Muriel Bowser perColumbia, that American News8700 Georgia Avenue, AndProperty Karen C Winston successive DEPARTMENT OF interested in the weeks,Spring, notifyscribed Attn: Office of the notice beabove givento appear by thein paper, a newspaper of sons 305, Silver Personal Suite DISTRICT OF WORKS ing allPUBLIC persons interested insertion thisDC Court bycopy theAND 13th day general circulation And Secretarydescribed of a of this in the Real Property MD 20910 WATER Representatives in2800B COLUMBIA New York Avenue, appear in this the Real Property de- Order of December, 2017, and District of Columbia, once above 1350to Pennsylvania in SEWER the Washington DEPARTMENT TRUE Wed TESTOF COPY NE, above Washington, by the 13th day of to appear redeem the RealNewsProperty MILL CITYfor MORTGAGE TYPESET: Nov 01 scribed 15:23:19 EDT 2017DCin Afro Avenue, N.W., #419 American a week three (3) Court AUTHORITY PUBLIC WORKS 20002 REGISTER OF WILLS this Court And December, 2017,DC and reby the 13th day paper, b y810paFirst a newspaper ym e n t o f LOAN TRUST 2016-1, Washington, of successive weeks, notifyStreet, NE 2800B New York Avenue, Date of first publication: Real Property of December, circulation in the ing all personsSAVINGS interested deem the20001 DC WATER AND and general $13,695.34, together with WILMINGTON And2017, Washington, DC 20002 NE, Washington, October 27, 2017 DC redeem SEWER the Real Property District SOCIETY FSB, of from Columbia, once in the Real Property de- by payment of $7,257.62, interest the date the FUNDS IN THE 20002 Name ofSUPERIOR newspapers b y pAUTHORITY together with interest from aDC ym ent of D/B/Aabove CHRISTIANA General a Real week for (3) scribed to appear in Serve: Attorney Property tax certifWATER Andthree COURT and/or periodical: the date the Real Property TRUST AS13th day of the District of Columbia successive notifythis Court by the 810 First NE icate wasweeks, purchased; ANDStreet, SEWER OF THE The Daily certificate was purTRUSTEE Darlene Fields ing all persons interested 2017, and taxAttn: Washington, DC 20002 court costs attorney’s of December, AUTHORITY THE 2472and ALABAMA DISTRICT costs Washington 500 Delaware Avenue, 441 4thcourt Street, NW and infees; the expenses Real Property de-in redeem the Real Property chased; incurred 810 First Street, AVENUE OF COLUMBIA attorney’s fees; Law Reporter 11th Floor Washington, DCexpenses 20001 scribed above to appear in by payment of $4,756.67, And the publication and serNE, Washington, DC CONDOMINIUM UNIT DIVISION incurred in the publication TheCIVIL Afro-American Wilmington, DE this Court by theby 13th day together with interest from vice of process publica20002 OWNERS Civil Action No. of process by 19801 And oftion December, and the date the Real Property and service THE 2472 ALABAMA and for 2017, reasonable ASSOCIATION, INC. 2017 005667 L(RP) redeem the Real Propertyall tax certificate was pur- publication and for rea10/27,CA 11/3, 11/10/17 AVENUE fees for the title search; And (Action Involving sonable fees for the title And costs and All Unknown Owners of byother payment of $4,756.67, UNIT paid by the chased; court c/oamounts ResAgent, Inc., TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 CONDOMINIUM 17:13:14 EDT 2017 Real Property) search; all other amounts Property described together withininterest from attorney’s fees; expenses the OWNERS petitioner accordance THE DISTRICT OF Registered Agent Calendar 18 paid by the petitioner in THE DISTRICT OF below, their Heirs, Perthe date the Real Property ASSOCIATION, INC. with the provisions D. C. incurred in the publication COLUMBIA 1800 M Street, NW,ofSuite Magistrate Judge accordance with the proviCOLUMBIA Representatives, tax certificate pur-all and service of process by sonal Code §47-1361 Serve: Mayor of the 450Nwasand Superior Court of Raymond sions of D. C. Code Serve: Mayor therea- Executors, Administrachased; courtmunicipal costs and andoffor c/o ResAgent, Inc., outstanding lien publication District of Columbia Washington, DC 20036 the § 4 7Grantees, - 1 3 6 1 Assigns a n d aorl l Districtfees of Columbia attorney’s expenses for the title tors, Registered Agent amounts fees; and real property sonable Muriel Bowser MTAG CUSTODIAN FOR 1800 Attn: District of Columbia outstandinginmunicipal lien Muriel Bowser Right, Title, incurred in the publication M Street, NW, Suite taxes dueAnd and owing on search; all other amounts Successors Office of the EMPIRE VIII DC amountsand and Any real property PROBATE DIVISION of the and all and of processReal by paidAttn: by Office the petitioner in Interest, 450N theservice aforementioned Secretary PORTFOLIO, LLC taxes due and owing Washington, D.C. Secretary publication andanswer for reawith the provi- p e r s o n s h a v i n g o r on Washington, DC 20036 Property, or the accordance 1350 Pennsylvania THE DISTRICT (MTAG CUST. FOR the aforementioned Real 20001-2131 1350 of Pennsylvania to have any intersonable fees the title a sions D. C. Code claiming complaint, or,for thereafter, Avenue, N.W., #419 OF EMPIRE VIII DCNo. Property, or answer the Administration in the leasehold or fee search; all other will amounts 3 6 1 a n d a l l est And DC 20001 final judgment be en- § 4 7 - 1Avenue, Washington, COLUMBIA PORTFOLIO) complaint, thereafter, N.W., municipal #419 in theor,property anda 2017ADM620 paid byforeclosing the petitioner in outstanding lien simple tered Serve: Mayor ofthe theright 57 W 38th Street, 9th final judgment will be enWashington, with thethe proviJoseph Dawson Jr. and realDC property premises situate, lying THEAttorney DISTRICT of District redemption in Real amounts Serve: General accordance of Columbia Floor New York, NY tered foreclosing the right 20001 being in the District of of D. C. Codein taxes due Decedent and owing on and OF of Columbia sions Property and vesting of the District Muriel Bowser 10018 of redemption in the Real described as: § 4 7 1 3 6 1 a n d a l l NOTICE OF COLUMBIA the Attn: Plaintiff a title Attn: Darlene Fields Office of thein fee the aforementioned Real Columbia Property3735 and Lot vesting Serve: Attorney General 0062.in outstanding municipal lien Property, or answer the Square Serve: Mayor of the APPOINTMENT, simple. Secretary 441 4th Street, NW Plaintiff the Plaintiff title in as fee the District Columbiaa May also bea known amounts and real property or,ofthereafter, District of Columbia Washington, DC 20001 NOTICE TO 1350 Pennsylvania Ave- ofcomplaint, simple.Eastern Avenue Attn: taxes nue, dueClerk and of owing on final Darlene judgmentFields will be441 en- 5830 Muriel Bowser the Court CREDITORS N.W., #419 vs Street, NW the aforementioned tered4th foreclosing the right NE, Washington, DC Attn: Office Andof the Washington, DCReal AND NOTICE TO Washington, DCin20001 Property, or answer the of redemption the Real 20011 Clerk of the Court Secretary By Clerk 20001 UNKNOWN HEIRS FLC 1101, L.L.C. or, thereafter, a Property and vesting in 1350 Pennsylvania Ave-of complaint, James D. McGinley All Unknown Owners Karen D. Dawson c/o Alexandra Collins,and thenue, By: Clerk And Defendants judgment will General be enthe Plaintiff a title in fee N.W., #419 Property described final Serve: Attorney Sherry L. Dawson , Registered Agent James D. McGinley tered foreclosing the right simple. Washington, DC Per11/03, 11/10, 11/17 below, their Heirs, of the District whose addresses are 1101 Euclid Street, NW, All Unknown Owners of ORDER OF of redemption in the Real 20001 of Columbia 7959 Riggs Adel- sonal Representatives, SuiteRd#10 3 11/10, 11/17/17 the Property described Property Darlene and vesting Clerk of the Court 11/3,PUBLICATION Fields in phi MD 20783 10810 Executors, Administra- the Attn: Washington, DC 20009 below, their Heirs, PerPlaintiff a title NW in fee Attorney Assigns Generalor tors, Grantees, 441 4th Street, B l a c k s t o n e Av e n u e , Serve: TYPESET: Wed Nov 15:25:20 EDTDC2017 sonal Representatives, By: Clerk In accordance with D. C. of the District Successors in Right, Title,01 simple. Washington, 20001 Cheltenham And MD 20623 Interest, Executors, AdministraCode §47-1375, the of Columbia and Any and all were appointed personal p Attn: tors, Grantees, Assigns or object of this proceeding And James D. McGinley Clerk of the Court e r s oDarlene n s h a vFields ing or representatives of the claiming STEVEN N. BUCKMAN, TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 15:28:43 EDTthe2017 Successors in Right, Title, is to secure forecloIN THE SUPERIOR 441 4thtoStreet, NWinterhave any estate TRUSTEE of Joseph Dawson Washington, and 11/17/17 Any and all sure of the right of reAll Unknown Owners 11/3, 11/10, By: Clerkof Interest, COURT OF DC THE 20001 est in the leasehold or fee Buckman Legal, Jr.,c/owho died on May 6, simple demption in the following the Property described p e r s o n s h a v i n g o r DISTRICT OF and in the property 2017 withPLLC a will, and will premises have any inter- real property located in below, their Heirs, Per- claiming IN THEtoSUPERIOR COLUMBIA situate, lying 4315 50th Street serve without, Court su- and being leasehold sonal Representatives, est in the COURT OF or fee the District of Columbia, CIVIL in DIVISION the District of NW, Suite pervision. All 60 unknown Columbia simple in the property Executors, AdministraTHE DISTRICT OF and and sold by the Mayor of Civil Action No. as: described Washington, DC 20016 situate, lying the District of Columbia to heirs and heirs whose Square tors, Grantees, Assigns or premises COLUMBIA 2017 CA2862 005674 LotL(RP) 0096. the Plaintiff(s) in this acSuccessors in Right, Title, whereabouts are un- May(Action CIVIL DIVISION Involving also be known as And enter their 1101 Real tion described as Square Interest, and Any and all known shall Civil Action No. Property) Euclid Street NW, 3735 Lot 0062, which may p e r s o n s h a v i n g o r 2017 CA 005670 L(RP) appearance in this Calendar 1820009 Washington, DC JASON S. GUETZKOW, also be known as 5830 claiming to have any inter(Action Involving Magistrate Judge proceeding. Objections TRUSTEE E a s t e r n Av e n u e N E , est in the leasehold or fee Real Property) Raymond Defendants to such appointment (or

demption in the following real property located in LEGAL the District NOTICES of Columbia, and sold by the Mayor of the District of Columbia to the Plaintiff(s) in this action described as Square 3735 Lot 0062, which may also be known as 5830 E a s t e r n Av e n u e N E , Washington, DC 20011 (the ”Real Property”).The complaint states, among other things, that the amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid.Pursuant to the Chief Judge’s Administration Order Number 02-11, it is this 15th day of August, 2017, ORDERED by the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in the Washington Afro American Newspaper, a newspaper of general circulation in the District of Columbia, once a week for three (3) successive weeks, notifying all persons interested in the Real Property described above to appear in this Court by the 13th day of December, 2017, and redeem the Real Property by payment of $4,979.57, together with interest from the date the Real Property tax certificate was purchased; court costs and attorney’s fees; expenses incurred in the publication and service of process by publication and for reasonable fees for the title search; all other amounts paid by the petitioner in accordance with the provisions of D. C. Code §47-1361 and all outstanding municipal lien amounts and real property taxes due and owing on the aforementioned Real Property, or answer the complaint, or, thereafter, a final judgment will be entered foreclosing the right of redemption in the Real Property and vesting in the Plaintiff a title in fee simple. Clerk of the Court By Clerk: James D. McGinley 11/3, 11/10, 11/17/17 TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2017ADM001242 Estate of Pearl Smith Deceased NOTICE OF STANDARD PROBATE Notice is hereby given that a petition has been filed in this Court by Morris Smith for standard 15:28:43 including EDT 2017the probate, appointment of one or demption in the following more personal reprereal property located sentative. Unless a com-in the District Columbia, plaint or an of objection in and sold by with the Mayor accordance Super-of the Court District Probate of Columbia ior Di-to the Plaintiff(s) this acvision Rule 407 in is filed in tionCourt described this withinas30Square days 3735 Lot 0062, which may from the date of first pubalso beof known as 5830 lication this notice, the E a s t emay r n Av enu e N E, Court take the acWashington, DC 20011 tion hereinafter set forth. (the ”Real Property”).The 0 Admit to probate will complaint states, the among dated November other things, that 11, the 2002 exhibited withforthe amounts necessary repetition upon satdemption haveproof not been isfactory to thetoCourt of paid.Pursuant the Chief due execution by affidaJudge’s Administration vit of witnesses or otherOrder Number 02-11, it is wise this 15th day of August, Date 2017,of First Publication November 2017 ORDERED3,by the SuperNames of of Newspapers: ior Court the District of Columbia, that notice be Washington given by the insertion of a Law Reporter copy of this Order in the Washington Washington Afro AFRO-AMERICAN American Newspaper, a Morris Smith newspaper of general 1417 Montello Ave NE circulation in the Washington, DCDistrict 20002 of Columbia,ofonce a week Signature for three (3) successive Petitioners/Attorney weeks, notifying all persons11/10/17 interested in the 11/3, TYPESET: Weddescribed Nov 01 Real Property above to appear in this Court by the 13th day of December, Superior2017, Courtand of redeem Real Property thethe District of by payment of $4,979.57, District of Columbia together withDIVISION interest from PROBATE theWashington, date the Real D.C. Property tax certificate was pur20001-2131 chased; court costs and Administration No. attorney’s fees; expenses 2017ADM001186 incurred in the publication Gracie Rileyof process by and service Decedent publication and for reaCecilia Jones sonableRfees forEsq the title 5335 Wisconsin Ave search; all other amounts NW #440 paid by the petitioner in Washington, DCthe 20015 accordance with proviAttorney sions of D. C. Code § 4 7 -NOTICE 1 3 6 1 OF and all APPOINTMENT, outstanding municipal lien amounts and real NOTICE TOproperty taxesCREDITORS due and owing on theAND aforementioned NOTICE TOReal Property, or answer UNKNOWN HEIRS the complaint, or, thereafter, Mary E Adams , whosea final judgment will be enaddress is 338 11th tered foreclosing the right Street, SE, Washington, of redemption in the apReal DC 20003, was Propertypersonal and vesting pointed repre-in the Plaintiff a title in sentative of the estate fee of simple.Riley, who died on Gracie July 5, 2008 with a will, Clerk of the Court and will serve without Court supervision. unByAllClerk: known James heirs D. and heirs McGinley whose where-abouts are unknown shall enter their 11/3, 11/10, 11/17/17 appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent´s will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . 20001, on or before May 3, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before May 3, 2018 , or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: November 3, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington Law Reporter Mary E Adams Personal

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TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 15:20:27 Superior Court of the District of District of Columbia PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2017ADM930 Anna B Newkirk Decedent NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Valerie J Ducker , whose address is 1833 Upshur Street, NE, Washington, DC 20018 , was appointed personal representative of the estate of Anna B Newkirk , who died on January 28, 2017 with a will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent´s will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . 20001, onEDT or before 15:19:49 2017May 3, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before May 3, 2018, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: November 3, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington Law Reporter Valerie J Ducker Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY REGISTER OF WILLS 11/3, 11/10, 11/17/17

TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 15:20:46 Superior Court of the District of District of Columbia PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2017ADM001226 Decedent Michael C Forster 2007 Vermont Ave NW Washington, DC 20001 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO 15:20:09 EDT HEIRS 2017 UNKNOWN Carolyn Craig , whose address is 5615 3rd St NW, Washington, DC 20011, was appointed personal representative of the estate of Phyllis A Craig, who died on September 12, 2016 without a will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before May 3, 2018. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before May 3, 2018, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship. Date of Publication: November 3, 2017 Name of newspaper: Afro-American Washington Law Reporter Carolyn Craig Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY REGISTER OF WILLS 11/3, 11/10, 11/17/17

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LEGAL NOTICES TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:21:25 EDT 2017 CERTIFICATION OF PUBLICATION CITY OF BALTIMORE OFFICE OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS PUBLIC NOTICE PROJECT NO. 1270R WASTEWATER ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE REHABILITATION OF THE HIGH LEVEL INTERCEPTOR The City of Baltimore Office of Boards and Commissions has been requested by the Department of Public Works, Office of Engineering and Construction (OEC), to advertise for Civil/Environmental Engineering firms to perform wastewater engineering services for the rehabilitation of the High Level Sanitary Sewer Interceptor. One (1) firm will be selected to perform the design to rehabilitate the High Level Interceptor (HLI) and, at the request TYPESET: Oct post-award 31 17:21:25services. EDT 2017 of OEC, to Tue perform The HLI was constructed from east to west between 1907 and 1915. The total length of the interceptor is approximately 28,000 feet (5.3 miles) and the pipe diameter ranges from OF at PUBLICATION 100 inches at the CERTIFICATION east end to 33 inches the west end. Approximately 80% of the interceptor consists of unreinforced concrete with a layer of brick CITY OF BALTIMORE along the invert, extending from spring line to spring line. Where the OF BOARDS interceptor is OFFICE shallow or passes underAND otherCOMMISSIONS utilities, the shape changes to a PUBLIC NOTICE reinforced concrete U-shape with a flat top. Approximately 50% of the HLI PROJECT NO. 1270R has been inspected or rehabilitated over the past 2 years, mostly the portion of the interceptor east of Martin Luther King Boulevard. WASTEWATER ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE REHABILITATION OFbyTHE LEVEL The work to be performed theHIGH selected firm INTERCEPTOR includes the evaluation, selection and design of the trenchless rehabilitation method; preparation of The City of Baltimore Office of Boards and Commissions been redesign reports and contract documents including plans and has specifications, quested by the Department of Public Works, Office of Engineering andin cost estimates, permit applications, and easements; participation Construction (OEC), to post advertise forservices Civil/Environmental Engineering firms community meetings; award including shop drawings review, toreview perform wastewater services forschedule the rehabilitation of the High and responseengineering to RFIs, construction review, construction Level Sanitary Interceptor. (1) firm will bereview selected perform inspection andSewer consultation duringOne construction; and andtoevaluation the to rehabilitate the High Level Interceptor and, at the request of design post-repair CCTV. Additional assessment of(HLI) the interceptor may be ofnecessary OEC, to perform post-award at the discretion ofservices. the City. The HLI was constructed from east to west between 1907 and 1915. The total length of the interceptor is approximately 28,000 feet (5.3 miles) and services the pipe must diameter ranges from The firms interested in providing these demonstrate and 100 inches at the east end to 33 inches at the west end. Approximately 80% document: of the interceptor consists of unreinforced concrete with a layer of brick along the invert, extendinginspection from spring springplatforms line. Where the 1.Experience in analyzing dataline fromto various (including interceptor shallow and or passes under other utilities, the shapebased changes a CCTV andisSonar), in selecting rehabilitation methods on to pipe reinforced concrete U-shape with a flat top. Approximately 50% of the HLI and field condition. has been inspected or rehabilitated overrehabilitation the past 2 years, mostlyincluding the portion 2.Experience in design of trenchless methods but ofnot thelimited interceptor east of Martin lining, Lutherand King Boulevard. to CIPP, segmental pipe bursting for pipes larger than 36 Inches diameter. The work to beinperformed by thepumping selectedplans firm for includes the evaluation, 3.Experience design of bypass large diameter sanitary selection andflows design of 30 theMGD. trenchless rehabilitation method; preparation of sewers for over design reports and contract documents including plans and specifications, 4.Experience in design of shafts to access large interceptors (>= 30-inch cost estimates, permit applications, and easements; participation in diameter). community meetings; post award servicesplatforms. including shop drawings review, 5.Experience in multi-sensor inspection review and response RFIs, construction schedule construction 6.Experience workingtowith waste water utility projectsreview, in urban cities. inspection and consultation duringofconstruction; andand review and evaluation 7.Experience in the preparation design reports contract documents ofincluding post-repair CCTV. Additional assessment of the interceptor may be plans and specifications, all permit applications, easements, and necessary at the discretionforofprocurement the City. related items necessary of construction. 8.Experience in post award services which include construction inspection, The firmsand interested these services must demonstrate and review responseintoproviding RFIs, and review of shop drawings and change document: orders. 9.Experience in developing and managing an overall contract team with 1.Experience analyzing from various platforms (including both Minorityinand Womeninspection Businessdata Enterprises. CCTV and Sonar), and in selecting rehabilitation methods based on pipe and condition. Thefield services will include, but not limited to, analysis of inspection records 2.Experience design over of trenchless methods including but performed byin others the past rehabilitation two years, developing rehabilitation not limited to CIPP, segmental and pipepreparation bursting for pipes largerfor than methods based on previouslining, inspections, of design re36 Inches diameter. habilitation of sanitary sewers, GIS, surveying, preparation of design re3.Experience in design of bypass pumping plans for large diameter sanitary ports and contract documents including plans and specifications, cost sewers for flows overapplications, 30 MGD. estimates, permit easements, community meetings, post 4.Experience in design of shafts to accessreview, large interceptors 30-inchto award services including shop drawings review and(>= response diameter). RFIs, construction schedule review, change order, post-construction man5.Experience in multi-sensor platforms. hole and CCTV inspections,inspection construction inspection and consultation dur6.Experience working with waste water utility projects in urban cities. ing construction. 7.Experience in the preparation of design reports and contract documents including plans and specifications, all permit The applications, andis The estimated project fee is $2,500,000. duration easements, of this project related items procurement of construction. estimated tonecessary be 3 yearsfor with two (2) optional one (1) year extensions. 8.Experience in post award services which include construction inspection, review RFIs, and review of drawings and change Shouldand youresponse have anyto questions regarding theshop scope of the Project, please orders. contact Mr. Mohammed Rahman at (410) 396-3440 or by e-mail at 9.Experience in developing and managing an overall contract team with Mohammed.rahman@Baltimorecity.gov. both Minority and Women Business Enterprises. Projects must comply with the 2006 edition of ?The Specifications for The servicesHighway,Bridges, will include, but not limited to,Incidental analysis of inspection records Materials, Utilities and Structures.? City perperformed othersthe over two years, developing sonnel willbyutilize Citythe of past BaltimoreGuidelines for therehabilitation Performance methods based on previous inspections, preparation of design Evaluation of Design Consultants and Construction Contractors for for rethis habilitation of sanitary sewers, GIS, surveying, preparation of design recontract/project. ports and contract documents including plans and specifications, cost estimates, permit inapplications, posta Firms interested submitting aeasements, proposal forcommunity this Project,meetings, shall address award including shop drawings review, and response to ”Letterservices of Interest” to the Office of Boards andreview Commissions, 4 South RFIs, construction review, change order,(Email post-construction manFrederick Street, schedule Baltimore, Maryland 21202, obc.consultants@ hole and CCTV inspections, construction inspection consultation durbaltimorecity.gov). Since these letters are utilized toand assist small minority ing construction. and women business enterprises in identifying potential teaming partners, the letter should be submitted within five (5) days of the date of the project’s The estimated project feeshould is $2,500,000. The duration this project is advertisement. The letter contain a contact person.ofFailure to submit estimated be 3 years (2) optional (1) year aextensions. a ”letter oftoInterest” willwith not two disqualify a firmone submitting proposal for the project. Should you have any questions regarding the scope of the Project, please contact Mr. consultant Mohammed Rahman at (410) or by toe-mail at Each prime applying for this Project396-3440 will be required complete Mohammed.rahman@Baltimorecity.gov. and submit an original Federal Form 255, along with five (5) copies, to the Office of Boards and Commissions. The Federal Form 255 and the five Projects mustbecomply withonthe 2006 edition of ?The Specifications for1, copies must submitted or before 12:00 P.M. (Noon) on December Materials, Highway,Bridges, andafter Incidental Structures.? City per2017. Submittals may not beUtilities accepted this deadline. sonnel will utilize the City of BaltimoreGuidelines for the Performance Evaluation of Design Consultants and Construction Contractors for this Prequalification Requirement contract/project. All architectural, engineering, and surveying firms listed in the specific Firms interested submitting for this shall addressand a proposal for theinProject must abeproposal prequalified by Project, the Office of Boards ”Letter of Interest” to theapplicable Office of discipline Boards and Commissions, 4 for South Commissions for each at time of submittal this Project. Any construction contractor listed in the specific proposal for the Project to perform work in an existing prequalification category must also be prequalified. A copy of the prime and sub consultant’s current Prequalification Certificate should be included in the bid submittal package. Information regarding the prequalification process can be obtained by calling the Office of Boards and Commissions on 410.396.6883. Insurance Requirements The consultant selected for the award of this project shall provide professional liability, auto liability, and general liability and workers - compensation insurances as required by the City of Baltimore. MBE/WBE Requirements It is the policy of the City of Baltimore to promote equal business opportunity in the City’s contracting process. Pursuant to Article 5, Subtitle 28 of Baltimore City Code (2000 Edition) -Minority and Women’s Business Program, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) participation goals apply to this contract.

Verifying Certification Each firm submitting a SF 255 for consideration for a project is responsible for verifying that all MBEs and WBEs to be utilized on the project are certified by the Minority and Women’s Business Opportunity Office (MWBOO) prior to submitting the proposal. A directory of certified MBEs and WBEs is available from MWBOO. Since changes to the directory occur daily, firms submitting SF 255s should call MWBOO at (410) 396-4355 to verify certification, expiration dates and services that the MBE or WBE is certified to provide. Non-Affiliation A firm submitting a proposal may not use an MBE or WBE to meet a contract goal if: 1-The firm has a financial interest in the MBE or WBE 2-The firm has an interest in the ownership or control of the MBE or WBE 3-The firm is significantly involved in the operation of the MBE or WBE

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baltimorecity.gov). Since these letters are utilized to assist small minority and women business enterprises in identifying potential teaming partners, the letter should be submitted within five (5) days of the date of the project’s advertisement. The letter a contact person. Failure 1. 2. should contain3. 4. to submit a ”letter of Interest” will not disqualify a firm submitting a proposal for the project.

Each 6. prime consultant 7.applying for this Project 8. will be required 9. to complete and submit an original Federal Form 255, along with five (5) copies, to the Office of Boards and Commissions. The Federal Form 255 and the five copies must be submitted on or before 12:00 P.M. (Noon) on December 1, 11. Submittals may12. 13. this deadline. 14. 2017. not be accepted after

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16. 17. 18. firms listed19. All architectural, engineering, and surveying in the specific 20. proposal for the Project must be prequalified by the Office of Boards and Commissions for each applicable discipline at time of submittal for this Frederick Street, Baltimore, Marylandlisted 21202, (Email obc.consultants@ Project. Any construction contractor in the specific proposal for the baltimorecity.gov). lettersprequalification are utilized to assist small minority Project to perform Since work inthese an existing category must also be and women business enterprises in identifying potential teaming prequalified. A copy of the prime and sub consultant’spartners, current NAME: ________________________________________________ the letter should be submitted within five (5) days of the date of the project’s Prequalification Certificate should be included in the bid submittal package. advertisement. The_____________________________________________ letterthe should contain a contact person. to submitby Information regarding prequalification process canFailure be obtained ADDRESS: acalling ”letter the of Interest” not disqualify a firm submitting a proposal for the Office ofwill Boards and Commissions on 410.396.6883. project. PHONE NO.:____________________________________________ Insurance Requirements CLASSIFICATION: Each prime consultant applying______________________________________ for this Project will be required to complete and submit an original Federal Form 255, of along five (5) copies, to the The consultant selected for etc.) the award thiswith project shall provide pro(Room, Apt., House, Office of Boards Commissions. Federal Form 255 and the- comfive fessional liability,and auto liability, and The general liability and workers copies must be submitted on or before 12:00 P.M. (Noon) on December 1, pensation insurances as required by the City of Baltimore. INSERTION DATE:_________________ 2017. Submittals may not be accepted after this deadline. MBE/WBE Requirements Prequalification Requirement It is the policy of the City of Baltimore to promote equal business opportunity All engineering, and surveying listed5,inSubtitle the specific Legal Advertising Ratesfirms Effective October 1, 2008 in architectural, the City’s contracting process. Pursuant to Article 28 of proposal forCity the Code Project mustEdition) be prequalified the Office ofBusiness Boards and Baltimore (2000 -Minority by and Women’s ProCommissions forBusiness each applicable discipline at time of submittal forEnterthis gram, Minority Enterprise (MBE) and Women’s Business Project. Any construction listed in the specific proposal for the PROBATE DIVISION prise (WBE) participationcontractor goals apply to this contract. Project to perform work in an existing prequalification category must also be (Estates) prequalified. The MBE goalAis copy 27% of the prime and sub consultant’s current Prequalification Certificate should be included in the bid submittal package. 202-332-0080 The WBE goal is 10% Information regarding the prequalification process can be obtained by PROBATE NOTICES calling the proposed Office of Boards on 410.396.6883. Both the Minorityand andCommissions Women’s Business Enterprise firms must bea.named and identified as an MBE or WBE 6 of the Standard $180.00 per 3 weeks Order Nisi $ within 60 perItem insertion Insurance Requirements Form (SF) 255 in the spaces provided for identifying outside key b. Small Estates (single publication $ 60 per insertion consultants/associates anticipated for utilization for this project. Thec.consultant selected for the award of this project shall provide proNotice to Creditors fessional liability, auto liability, and general liability and workers - comVerifying Certification 1. Domestic per insertion $180.00 per 3 weeks pensation insurances as required by the City$of60 Baltimore. 2. Foreign $ 60 per insertion Each firm submitting a SF 255 for consideration for a project is responsible $180.00 per 3 weeks MBE/WBE Requirements ford.verifying thatEstates all MBEs and WBEs to $be60utilized on the project are $360.00 per 6 weeks Escheated per insertion certified by the Minority and Women’s Business Opportunity Office $125.00 e. Standard Probates It(MWBOO) is the policyprior of the City of Baltimore to promote equal business opportunity to submitting the proposal. A directory of certified MBEs inand theWBEs City’siscontracting process. Pursuant to Articleto 5, of available from MWBOO. Since changes theSubtitle directory28 occur Baltimore City Code (2000 Edition) -Minority and Women’s Business Pro-to daily, firms submitting SF 255s shouldCIVIL call MWBOO at (410) 396-4355 NOTICES gram, Business Enterprise and Women’s Enter-is verifyMinority certification, expiration dates(MBE) and services that theBusiness MBE or WBE a.(WBE) Name Changes 202-879-1133 $ 80.00 prise participation goals apply to this contract. certified to provide.

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The MBE goal is 27% Non-Affiliation The WBE goal is 10% A firm submitting a proposal may not use an MBE or WBE to meet a contract FAMILY COURT • 202-879-1212 Both goalthe if: proposed Minority and Women’s Business Enterprise firms must RELATIONS be named and identified DOMESTIC as an MBE or WBE within Item 6 •of202-879-0157 the Standard Form 255a in the spaces outside key 1-The(SF) firm has financial interest provided in the MBEforor identifying WBE consultants/associates anticipated for utilization for thisofproject. 2-The firm has an interest in the ownership or control the MBE or WBE a. Absent 3-The firm is Defendant significantly involved in the operation of the MBE or WBE $ Verifying (Article 5Certification subtitleDivorce 28-41). b. Absolute $

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c. firm Custody Divorce Each submitting a SF 255 for consideration for a project is responsible Additional Information for verifying that all MBEs and WBEs to be utilized on the project are certified by the Minority and Women’s Office A firm submitting as a prime consultantBusiness that fails Opportunity to comply with the To place ad, callthe 1-800-237-6892, ext. 262, Public Notices $50.00 & up (MWBOO) priorofyour to submitting proposal. A directory of certified MBEs requirements Article 5, Subtitle 28 of Baltimore City Code when executing and WBEs is available from MWBOO. Since changes to the directory occur a contract depending is subject to the following penalties:Legal suspension of aare contract; on size, Baltimore Notices $24.84 per inch. daily, firms submitting 255s should call MWBOO (410) 396-4355 to withholding of funds;SF rescission of contract basedaton material breach; 1-800 (AFRO) 6892 verify certification, expiration dates and services that the MBE or WBE is disqualification as a consultant from eligibility to provide services to the City certified to provide. for a period not to exceed 2 years; and payment for damages incurred by the ext. 244 For Proof of Publication, please call 1-800-237-6892, City. Non-Affiliation A resume for each person listed as key personnel and/or specialist, includAing firmthose submitting a proposal mayfirms, not use an MBE or WBE meet a contract Wed Nov 01 15:21:03 from MBE and WBE must be shown onto the page provided TYPESET: LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES goal if: the application. within 1-The firm a financial interest in the MBE or WBE price proposals and Please behas advised that for the purpose of reviewing 2-The firm the hasCity an interest in thedefines ownership or control the as MBE or WBE invoices, of Baltimore a principal of aoffirm follows: 3-The firm is significantly involved in the operation of the MBE or WBE (Article 5 subtitle A principal is any28-41). individual owning 5% or more of the outstanding stock of Additional Information A firm submitting as a prime consultant that fails to comply with the requirements of Article 5, Subtitle 28 of Baltimore City Code when executing a contract is subject to the following penalties: suspension of a contract; withholding of funds; rescission of contract based on material breach; disqualification as a consultant from eligibility to provide services to the City for a period not to exceed 2 years; and payment for damages incurred by the City. A resume for each person listed as key personnel and/or specialist, including those from MBE and WBE firms, must be shown on the page provided within the application. Please be advised that for the purpose of reviewing price proposals and invoices, the City of Baltimore defines a principal of a firm as follows: A principal is any individual owning 5% or more of the outstanding stock of an entity, a partner of a partnership, a 5% or more shareholder of a sub-chapter ’S’ Corporation, or an individual owner. Out-of-State Corporations must identify their corporate resident agent within the application. Firms will not be considered for a specific project if they apply as both a sub-consultant and prime consultant. The applications for this Project (Form 255) cannot be supplemented with any additional information such as graphs, photographs, organization chart, etc. All such information should be incorporated into the appropriate pages. Applications should not be bound. Applications should simply be stapled in the upper left-hand corner. Cover sheets should not be included. Inclusion and/or submittal of additional material may result in the applicant being disqualified from consideration for this project. Failure to follow directions of this advertisement or the application may cause disqualification of the submittal. Michael L. Augins, Acting Chief Office of Boards and Commissions

The MBE goal is 27% The WBE goal is 10% Both the proposed Minority and Women’s Business Enterprise firms must be named and identified as an MBE or WBE within Item 6 of the Standard Form (SF) 255 in the spaces provided for identifying outside key consultants/associates anticipated for utilization for this project.

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SANITARY CONTRACT NO. 965 APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor Clerk, Board of Estimates APPROVED: Rudolph S. Chow, P.E. Director of Public Works TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:22:14 EDT 2017 CITY OF BALTIMORE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE OF LETTING Sealed Bids or Proposals, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for F.AP. No. NHPP-111-1(29)N; S.H.A. No. BC 269-083-815; CONTRACT NO. TR12311R; REPLACEMENT OF THREE BRIDGES OVER MD 295: WATERVIEW AVE. BRIDGE, ANNAPOLIS RD. BRIDGE AND MAISEL ST. PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE CORRIDOR-WIDE GUIDE SIGN REPLACEMENT- BUSH STREET TO CITY-COUNTY LINE will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204 City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until 11:00 A.M. January 17, 2018. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge, at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of October 27, 2017 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $600.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prerequalified by the City of Baltimore Contractors Qualification Committee. Interested parties should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 South Frederick Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (”JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The Prequalification Category required for bidding on this project is C03300

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Maryland until 11:00 A.M. January 17, 2018. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge, at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 10, as of October 2017 and November 4, 2017 - November 2017, 27, The Afro-American copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $600.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prerequalified by the City of Baltimore ContractorsLEGAL Qualification Committee. Interested parties NOTICES should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 South Frederick Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (”JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The Prequalification Category required for bidding on this project is C03300 Concrete Construction & C05100 (Structural Steel Erection). Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $30,000,000.00 to $40,000,000.00. A ”Mandatory Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on November 14, 2017 at the Charles L. Benton Building, 417 E. Fayette Street, Richard K. Chen Conference Room, Baltimore, MD 21201. Principal Items of work for this project are: Substructure Concrete for Bridge Mix No.3, S1 - LS; Substructure Concrete for Bridge No. Mix No. 3, S3 - LS & Parapet and Moment Slab Concrete Mix No. 6, S2 LS. The DBE goal is 21%. APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor, Clerk Board of Estimates

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pointed personal representative of the estate of Elizabeth L Foushee , who died on July 29, 2017 with a will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of dewill) shall be Continued from C3cedent´s filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 Street, 15:21:19N.W., EDT3rd 2017 Floor TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:12:20 EDT 2017 a s h i n g tNOTICES on, D.C. LEGAL NOTICES WLEGAL LEGAL NOTICES 20001, on or before April 27, 2018. Claims against DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Superior Court of the decedent shall be the District of WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY presented to the underDistrict of Columbia signed with a copy to the PROBATE DIVISION REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Register of Wills or filed Washington, D.C. with the Register of Wills 20001-2131 STATEMENTS BASIC ORDERING AGREEMENT with a copy to the underAdministration No. INFRASTRUCTURE signed, on or before April 2017ADM001105 (DCFA #495-WSA) 27, 2018, or be forever Vincent B Burner barred. Persons believed Decedent to be heirs or legatees of The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) requests NOTICE OF the decedent who do not Qualifications Statements for the performance of professional architectural/ APPOINTMENT, receive a copy of this no- engineering and related services for DC Water infrastructure and facilities NOTICE TO tice by mail within 25 under a proposed Basic Ordering Agreement - Infrastructure with task CREDITORS days of its first publica- orders assigned on an as needed basis. It is anticipated that the selected AND NOTICE TO tion shall so inform the firms will provide conceptual design, final design, services during bidding, UNKNOWN HEIRS Garland M Burner , Register of Wills, includ- services during construction, NEPA Compliance, and other permitting whose address is 5326 ing name, address and needs. Services are anticipated to include work in the civil engineering (final Doris Drive, Waldorf, MD relationship. design); structural engineering (final design); bidding services; topoDate of Publication: 20601 wasappointed graphical survey; subsurface utility engineering (SUE), research in the personal representative October 27, 2017 office of the surveyor to determine right-of-way, easement, and other of the estate of Vincent B Name of newspaper: access rights; geotechnical and/or geophysical investigation; NEPA Burner , who died on Afro-American compliance; wetlands and other environmental permitting and design. June 21, 2017 with a will, Washington and will serve without Law Reporter Projects will be located in the water distribution and sewer collection sysMaurice K Foushee tems throughout the District of Columbia as well as Montgomery, Fairfax, Court supervision. All unPersonal and Loudoun Counties. Projects are likely to include rehabilitation and known heirs and heirs Representative replacement of water and sewer pipelines. DC Water will award one whose where-abouts are unknown shall enter their agreement as a result of this procurement. TRUE TEST COPY appearance in this proceeding. Objections REGISTER OF WILLS The agreement resulting from this request for Qualifications Statements will to such appointment (or be subject to a Fair Share Objective for Minority and Women Business to the probate of de- 10/27, 11/3, 11/10/17 participation in this work of 28% and 4%, respectively. The cedent´s will) shall be TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 Enterprises 15:55:14 requirements EDT 2017 program are fully defined in the EPA’s Participation by Disfiled with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th advantaged Enterprises in Procurement under EPA Financial Assistance Street, N.W., 3rd Floor Agreements, May 27, 2008. Superior Court of Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . the District of 20001, on or before April Interested firms should contact Ms. Senail Manley by email at senail. District of Columbia 27, 2018. Claims against manley@dcwater.com to obtain the more detailed Request for PROBATE DIVISION the decedent shall be Qualifications Statements. Request must refer to DCFA #495-WSA. Firms Washington, D.C. presented to the under20001-2131 are invited to attend a information session on Friday, November 17, 2017 signed with a copy to the Administration No. from 9am-11am at DC Water, Blue Plains, COF, Board Room. Reservations Register of Wills or filed 2016ADM1187 are required no later than noon on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. In the with the Register of Wills Doris E Barker RSVP include the full name of attendee(s), company name, phone number, with a copy to the underDecedent signed, on or before April and email address. Space is limited to two (2) attendees per firm. RSVP to 27, 2018, or be forever Jeanne K Aelion Esq the A/E Coordinator, Ms. Senail Manley, by e-mail senail.manley@dcwater. barred. Persons believed 6 9 1 5 L a u r e l B o w i e com. Qualifications Statements are due Wednesday, Dec 13, 2017 at 2:00 to be heirs or legatees of Road, Ste 201, p.m. EST. the decedent who do not Bowie, MD 20715 receive a copy of this no- Attorney NOTICE OF tice by mail within 25 APPOINTMENT, days of its first publicaNOTICE TO tion shall so inform the CREDITORS Register of Wills, includAND NOTICE TO ing name, address and UNKNOWN HEIRS relationship. Jeanne K Aelion, whose Date of Publication: address is 6915 Laurel October 27, 2017 Continued from C4 Bowie Road, Bowie MD, Name of newspaper: 20715 was appointed Afro-American personal representative TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:22:32 EDT 2017 Washington LEGAL NOTICES of the estate of Doris E Law Reporter Garland M Burner Barker , who died on PUBLIC NOTICE Personal November 2, 2015 with a OFFICE OF BOARDS & COMMISSIONS Representative will, and will serve without Court supervision. All ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING AWARDS unknown heirs and heirs COMMISSION MEETING TRUE TEST COPY whose whereabouts are REGISTER OF WILLS November 8, 2017 - 2:45 P.M. unknown shall enter their appearance in this 11/3, 11/10, 11/17/17 A meeting of the Architectural & Engineering Awards Commission will be proceeding. TYPESET: Wed Nov 01 15:21:37 EDTObjections 2017 to such appointment (or held on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 2:45 P.M. in Room 215 City Hall to the probate of de- (Board of Estimates Chambers). cedent´s will) shall be Superior Court of filed with the Register of If you require special accommodations to attend or participate in the meetthe District of Wills, D.C., 515 5th ing, please contact Michael L. Augins at (410) 396-6883.The following District of Columbia Street, N.W., 3rd Floor projects will be considered for award during the meeting: PROBATE DIVISION Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 1.PROJECT #1272 - ON-CALL SOLID WASTE ENGINEERING 20001-2131 March 8, 2018. Claims Administration No. SERVICES against the decedent 2017ADM1209 shall be presented to the Elizabeth L Foushee Michael L. Augins undersigned with a copy Decedent Acting Chief to the Register of Wills or NOTICE OF Office of Boards and Commissions filed with the Register of APPOINTMENT, Wills with a copy to the TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:21:58 EDT 2017 NOTICE TO undersigned, on or beCREDITORS fore March 8, 2018, or be AND NOTICE TO forever barred. Persons UNKNOWN HEIRS CITY OF BALTIMORE Maurice K Foushee, believed to be heirs or DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS legatees of the decedent whose address is 2612 OFFICE OF ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION 32nd St, SE, Washing- who do not receive a ton, DC 20020, was ap- copy of this notice by mail NOTICE OF LETTING pointed personal repre- within 25 days of its first sentative of the estate of publication shall so in- Sealed Bids or Proposals, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for Sanitary Elizabeth L Foushee , form the Register of who died on July 29, Wills, including name, Contract No. 965-Improvement to Sanitary Sewers in the North East 2017 with a will, and will address and relation- Area of Baltimore City will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, serve without Court su- ship. Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, pervision. All unknown Date of Publication: December 6, 2017. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids September 8, 2017 heirs and heirs whose will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Name of newspaper: whereabouts are unNoon. Afro-American known shall enter their The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge, in Room 6 Washington appearance in this located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. proceeding. Objections Law Reporter Jeanne K Aelion Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of Friday, November 3, 2017 to such appointment (or Personal and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $100.00. Conto the probate of deRepresentative ditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All cedent´s will) shall be contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prequalified by the City of filed with the Register of TRUE TEST COPY Wills, D.C., 515 5th Baltimore Contractors Qualification Committee. Interested parties should REGISTER OF WILLS Street, N.W., 3rd Floor call 410-396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 South Frederick Street, 4th Wa s h i n g t o n , D . C . Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture 09/8, 9/15, 9/22/17 20001, on or before April (”JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall 27, 2018. Claims against be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The the decedent shall be Prequalification Category required for bidding on this project is B02552presented to the underSewer Construction or G90099-Cured-in-Place Pipe Lining signed with a copy to the Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $10,000,000.01 to Register of Wills or filed $15,000,000.00 with the Register of Wills A ”Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 300 Abel Wolman with a copy to the undersigned, on or before April Municipal Building, Large Conference Room on November 8, 2017 at 27, 2018, or be forever 1:00 P.M. The CCTV videos of the sewers included in this project will be barred. Persons believed made available for viewing/coping to interested parties at the office of to be heirs or legatees of Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP, 700 East Pratt Street, Suite 500, Baltimore, the decedent who do not MD 21202-4919. Refer to IB-9 for additional details. TYPESET: Tue Oct 31 17:18:43 EDT 2017 receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 THIS IS A STATE FUNDED PROJECT days of its first publication shall so inform the Financial Engineer Principal Item of work for this project are: Register of Wills, includ- (Washington, DC) for Fannie Use advanced math, analytic, or *Sewer cleaning and closed circuit television (CCTV) inspection; ing name,Mae. address and econ tools to create algorithms for analytical or *Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) lining of sanitary sewers; relationship. product dvlpmt processes. Dvlp/refine comp Date of Publication: *Excavate and replace segments of sanitary sewers via point repairs; apps that deeper analysis of prospecOctober 27, provide 2017 *Sewer Replacement Name of newspaper: tive asset performance, asset pricing, new as*Manhole repair and rehabilitation work; Afro-American set classes, or info needed to measure or *Sewer house connection (SHC) repair and rehabilitation work; Washington hedge risk. Provide analysis of new products *New manhole and cleanout installation work Law Reporter or asset classes, & suggest prgm modificaMaurice K Foushee tions. Use math/app tools to perform analysis The MBE goal is 18% Personal on product, transaction, mkt activity, or investThe WBE goal is 16% Representative

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Should Texans Players Demand Owner Sell Team After Racist Comment? Riley: I’m not suggesting turning a blind eye to McNair’s statement, but we shouldn’t expect people to be politically correct 200 percent of the time. Every slip of the tongue isn’t a reason to stand outside and riot. Black players find themselves in sensitive times right now and the slightest phrase can be used to set off a social war. But players and the public need to focus their energy where it’s needed and sidestep the monotonous. Prison yards and jails aren’t filled with all Black people, so why even bother to turn this into a full blown Black vs. White thing?

By Perry Green and Stephen D. Riley Special to the AFRO Houston Texans owner Bob McNair had a Freudian slip which has landed him into hot water with several NFL players, including his own team. Speaking at an NFL owners meeting last week, McNair said “we can’t have the inmates running the prison,” clearly confusing the long-standing idiom of “inmates running the asylum.” McNair’s poor choice of words came in response to ongoing player protests over social issues, making his convoluted comment even more of a head-scratcher. When his comment became public, several of his players opted to leave practice while the rest contemplated walking out of the team complex. McNair has since apologized publicly and formally to his team. Nonetheless, the Texans players, along with many other players from around the league, are reportedly contemplating a demonstration against this owner, possibly in hopes of getting him to sell the team to someone else. Should they demonstrate? Perry Green and Stephen D. Riley of the AFRO Sports Desk debate this question. Riley: The NFL is already filled with so many social issues and medical concerns that it might not even be worth making this bigger than what it should be for the Texans. McNair’s comments were obviously ignorant if he truly meant them in the manner that they’re being interpreted, but I don’t think that was the case. The media and the players are going to turn this into a rich-White-man versus poor-innocent-player conflict, but it shouldn’t sit as that. I highly doubt any owner would have used that exact wording intentionally in the current NFL climate and expect to avoid

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Houston Texans owner Bob McNair apologized after a report said he declared “we can’t have the inmates running the prison” during a meeting of NFL owners over what to do about players who kneel in protest during the national anthem. any backlash. Green: It doesn’t matter how he intended the statement to sound, that’s how it came out and players and the public have a right to be upset. I don’t speak for every NFL owner, but there’s probably a very strong chance that many do view themselves as slave masters or jailhouse wardens, whether they wish to admit

it or not. It’s too easy for them not to consider the context. You’re already an “owner” and many of your employees are people of color. McNair’s statement should make any player or employee want to stand up and walk out. Trying to sweep it under the rug because the NFL already has too many racial issues on their hands is the absolute wrong way to respond to this.

Green: The reason why they should do exactly that is because McNair’s comments came amid NFL players actively protesting during national anthems to bring awareness to the lack of interest that America has shown in equalizing society for people of color. I agree, McNair’s comments normally wouldn’t be enough to ruffle my feathers, but his response to the matter clearly put his line of thinking and owner/inmate mindset into focus. Unarmed Black people were being killed by police at an alarming rate when Colin Kaepernick started kneeling during the national anthem last year. All McNair can say when he decides to give his two cents on the discussion is that “We can’t have inmates running the prison.” It’s a shame that the league owners can’t be fired, because comments like that in these times should be enough to relieve someone of their duties. Instead, maybe the players should seek a way to force McNair to sell the team, the same way that NBA players were able to force former L.A. Clippers owner Donald Sterling to sell that team after recordings of him making racists remarks about Black people surfaced back in 2014.

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WASHINGTON-AREA Fairfax Leads in Va. Lt. Gov’s Race By James Wright Special to the AFRO jwright@afro.com

Justin Fairfax is in a tough race to be Virginia’s lieutenant governor, but he is doing everything he can to convince voters in his state that he is ready to be their second most influential political leader. Polls have consistently shown Fairfax leading Virginia State Sen. Jill Vogel (R-District 27) by as much as six points and as little as one point. “I will be a lieutenant governor for all Virginians,” Fairfax said in an interview

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with the AFRO. “My priorities are economic security and opportunity for all. We have to give the people the opportunity to Continued on D2

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The Art Enables gallery gives D.C. residents with mental illness a space to make and sell their art. (Inset) The Art Enables staff. By Brooke Baker Special to the AFRO Toni Lanes has bipolar disorder but she says it doesn’t have her. Instead, she is a successful artist that has traveled the world selling her pieces and exemplifying how mental health is not what defines a person. In 2013, Toni Lanes became a client at Art Enables, a nonprofit organization, and was later promoted to studio assistant. “For three years, I’ve been selling my art and getting to know people and myself more while dealing with my illness and other peoples’ illnesses. I’ve realized the importance in myself by being a mentor. I live in a ‘me’ world and at Art Enables it’s a ‘we’ world,” she told the AFRO. Founded in 2001, Art Enables is an art gallery in Northeast D.C. that focuses on providing artists with disabilities – including autism, down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, among others –opportunities to cultivate, advertise, and profit as artists in a professional setting. The gallery was created by Joyce Muis-Lowery with the mission of providing a creative space for emerging artists to develop, while providing a secure environment for the artists to express themselves. “It’s not common that people with developmental abilities are served in the same physical space. What’s really powerful and what I’ve grown to appreciate is – because the common denominator here is art – how that is the unifying element in the studio and it creates this really powerful dynamic where there is tremendous peer support,” Tony Brunswick, executive

director of Art Enables, told the AFRO. Funding for the gallery comes from private donations and government grants. All money from art sales go directly to the artists and framing costs. According to Brunswick, artists are given the opportunity to use a variety of free materials during workshops which are offered every second Saturday of the month. Although the gallery is a free, creative space, it has rules to ensure a professional environment, such as weekly reviews. Artists critique each other, and whenever an artist completes a piece, it must be evaluated by a jury before it can be showcased for exhibition and sale. Prices range from $15 to more than $100. “We don’t teach them how to make art, we want to give them the experience of being an artist,” Brunswick said. “The exhibition experience, the studio the jury and peer review – Tony Brunswick experience, experience are all very important. It helps develop, for the artist, the professional thick-skin to be able to take feedback and determine their own opinions on their work.” Art Enables will also be celebrating their 15-year anniversary on Nov. 4. The gallery is also celebrating the fact that is has sold more than $1 million worth of artwork during that time. Brunswick said there are plans to expand by collaborating with cross-disciplinary arts organizations to give artists the opportunity to work with theatre and dance companies for stage productions. Renovations to enlarge the production space for artists began in October of 2016 and are expected to end in January of 2018.

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D.C.-based lawyer Ryan Jones has written his second children’s book, Spiraling Stair Steps.

“This children’s book might give them the desire that they may want to learn and be engaged.” – Ryan Jones

“I want to be a leader on the city council, not a weather vane.” – Aaron Holmes “Each Washingtonian has more in common than they do different,” Holmes told the AFRO. “My vision for our government is that we represent each person at each station in their life, prioritizing empathy, ownership and opportunity. This city has everything it needs to tackle its toughest challenges and I am not afraid Continued on D2

and ignore what is happening,” White said. “Violent crime demands immediate attention from all of my colleagues in government including council members and the executive D.C. Council member Trayon White, a office. Both entities must acknowledge the Democrat who represents Ward 8, has had challenges that we are facing and the impact enough of the violence in his jurisdiction and that it is having. Beyond acknowledgement of issued a call for an aggressive plan of action to the issue, I am calling on my colleagues to join put a stop to it. me in my commitment to do something.” White held a news conference on Oct. White issued a 42-page document, “Red 27 at the John A. Wilson Building with Ribbon Cease Fire” that details his strategy several political and community leaders of to stop violence in his ward. The action plan organizations that stand with his call to end the includes more deliberate interaction with the violence in Ward 8. ward’s churches, schools and “We are in a war zone, a businesses more proactive state of emergency,” White action on the part of the said. “We as a city say that community such as walks in crime is down but in our ward areas where violence has often crime is up. We talk about taken place. gentrification but we face On Oct. 31 – Halloween – genocide.” White held a walk. As of Oct. 27, there have The plan also calls been 95 homicides in the for support for Ward 8 District of Columbia, a 14 organizations such as the percent decrease so far with Far Southeast Family 201, according to data from Strengthening Collaborative, the D.C. Police Department. Manpower DC, and the Future Police crime statistics also Foundation with government show that assault with a money given to them to help dangerous weapon has alleviate violence in the declined 21 percent from community. Courtesy Photo 2016. White said in the fiscal year Trayon White represents White is talking about the 2018 budget, he requested Ward 8 on the D.C. Council. $3.2 million in anti-violence recent surge in Ward 8, with its homicide rate increasing by funds “but my plea fell on deaf 14 percent since last with year ears,” noting that his council with 49 deaths as of Oct. 31. He noted that his colleagues weren’t supportive of that amount. ward has the highest homicide rate across the He managed to get $750,000, he said. city and while assaults have decreased overall, Keeone Bassett is a Ward 8 advisory he said one-third of all assaults in the District neighborhood commissioner for district 8B07. happen in Ward 8. He pointed out that has Bassett is fully behind White. “I was born in been the trend over the past several years. Southeast and now I am raising my kids in “We are here today because as the council Southeast,” she said. “I am getting calls daily member for Ward 8, I can’t just stand by Continued on D3 By James Wright Special to the AFRO jwright@afro.com

By Jasmine A. Ball Special to the AFRO

His first book Dream Forever, a 22-page poetry book, was published in August, and focused onon teaching children who are between the ages of three and nine to listen and stop at nothing to fulfill their dreams. Jones, who self-publishes, said: “I found that selfpublishing allows you to be in control of your art,” Jones said. “This can be a good or bad thing, but we are living in

The race to replace D.C. Council member Anita Bonds has a millennial feel to it as Aaron Holmes, a 34-year-old resident of Ward 8, has joined the fray to knock off the incumbent next year. Holmes is a well-known political activist who unsuccessfully ran for the Ward 8 D.C. Council seat in 2016. He wants to take his political ambitions citywide because he says it is time for a change in the District of Columbia’s legislative body.

White Calls for Action to End Mounting Violence in Ward 8

D.C. Lawyer Gives Back with Second Children’s Book A Washington, D.C. lawyer is in the process of releasing his second children’s book to inspire the growth of young minds. “When we are determined to find a way, a way will reveal itself,” Ryan Jones, Washington, D.C.based lawyer told the AFRO about his experience writing his second children’s book, titled Spiraling Stair Steps. The publication is a poetry book that uses science-based theories and spirituality to describe life. The book is slated to be released on Nov. 11. “I began writing one day at work,” he told the AFRO. “I was in a file room with other attorneys. I was thinking there is no way I have gone through different phases in my life to really be stuck here in a file room for 10 hours a day. I began to do research on different subjects and the idea just came to me.”

Holmes Joins Pack to Challenge Bonds By James Wright Special to the AFRO jwright@afro.com

“We don’t teach them how to make art, we want to give them the experience of being an artist.”

Justin Fairfax is the Democratic nominee for Virginia’s lieutenant governor’s race.

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a time where excuses are harder to find; and quality art and products identify themselves. And this can help the American community by enabling us to get our ideas to market – and if quality – will provide good substance for our community.” Jones plans on writing more children’s book in the future and wants to continue expanding his law firm. Jones said Dream Forever creates a difference in the community because “when you look at academics in the Black community there is a lot of missed information. In our academic system, we don’t create hunger and thirst for information or knowledge for students to want to go back to school and pursue an education. This children’s Continued on D3

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Spotlight on D.C. Students

8th Grader Finds Success Despite Adversity By Lenore T. Adkins Special to the AFRO School has become a solace for Warren King, a 13-year-old boy living in the Parkland Apartments in Southeast D.C. He has seen more tragedy in his life than most adults. King said he dives into his work and activities at Johnson Middle School, which is about an eight minute walk from his home, so he doesn’t think about the hardship he’s facing — and it’s is paying off. D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine in September honored the eighth grader with a Right Direction Award, which recognizes local youths who show self-improvement and serve as role models to other children while giving back to their communities. Winners received certificates and a copy of Slugg: A Boy’s Life in the Age of Mass Incarceration. This year, 34 children won the third-annual award. According to Cameron Windham, community engagement coordinator for Racine’s office, the office was not only impressed with King’s story of redemption, but with who he is as a young man. “We were moved by his story and what he’s overcome,” Windham told the AFRO. The mild-mannered teenager aspires to be a computer engineer when he grows up, and said he wants to work as an IT intern in Racine’s office next summer, a move that will give him valuable experience in the tech world. “It’s important for what I want to do so I can be successful,” King told the AFRO. King was born in Riverdale, Md. and bounced between there and the District while his father served a stint in prison. In 2015, his 32-year-old mother died of breast and lung cancer, so King lived with multiple family members, which meant he had

“Warren was definitely one of those students we could see moving forward.” – Lavanya Poteau

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Warren King receives an award from D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine. to transfer schools. When King arrived at Johnson Middle School for sixth grade, he had a difficult time adjusting. He was suspended for fighting and his grades took a nosedive. Today, things are looking up for the teen. His father, Gregory, has since been released from prison and moved to the District. King lives with him and four siblings in a two-bedroom apartment. King maintains a 3.38 grade point average — on a 4.0 scale — and tutors classmates in Algebra, reading and Spanish. He is also on the school honor roll and his

test scores are improving, Lavanya Poteau, the school’s director of strategy and logistics, told the AFRO. She nominated King for the Right Direction Award because he’s always looking out for others. In her nomination form, she recalled watching King volunteer to carry an elderly woman’s food all the way home from the Capital Food Bank. “The woman hesitates and then acquiesces,” Poteau wrote on the nomination form. “She informs him that the bags are heavy as they walk to her home. He nods, smiles and lets her know it’s OK. Helping her is nothing new to Warren; he is used to being responsible and looking out for others.” At school, staff said they often select King as an ambassador at events because he’s always willing to help and understands the tasks at hand. He acts as a mediator to help resolve student disputes and is enrolled in a program that teaches him about life skills and grooms him for college. King said he doesn’t like dwelling on the past and has his sights set on the future. He’s enrolled in D.C. Public Schools’ middle school study abroad program, which takes eighth graders on fully funded trips for a week. King doesn’t yet know where he will go, but sample trips listed on the website take students to Costa Rica, Spain, Ecuador, China, Paris and other destinations. “Warren was definitely one of those students we could see moving forward,” Poteau said.

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rise; I was given the chance that chance and I where you’re born, what your last name is, want to share it with others.” the color of your skin, how wealthy you are Fairfax is a District of Columbia native or who you love, you deserve civil rights and and lives in Annandale, Va., with his wife and a chance at the American Dream. two children. He holds a bachelor’s degree “In particular, I support dismantling from Duke University in Durham, N.C. and the school-to-prison pipeline, closing the a juris doctorate from the Columbia School racial wealth and health gap, increasing of Law in New York City, minority employment, where he was a member of entrepreneurship and access its prestigious law review. to capital, ensuring our He is a former law clerk to criminal justice system a federal judge, a former treats everyone justly, federal prosecutor and increasing diversity among has practiced law with our judges, prosecutors, a District law firm. He and public defenders and and his wife own a dental fighting against racial practice. gerrymandering and voter – Justin Fairfax suppression so that everyone Fairfax won the Democratic primary in June can exercise their right to and will vie for the second vote.” highest elected position Fairfax has had to deal with Vogel, representing Fauquier County, at with some racial issues. On Oct. 5, Vogel the general election on Nov. 7. To win, it is was widely criticized for saying during a believed that Fairfax must motivate Blacks debate that Fairfax couldn’t talk intelligently to vote for him and he is aware of that fact. about issues and there has been an intra-party “My message to African American voters is matter where Fairfax has been left out of that as an African American, husband and some literature that Democratic gubernatorial father, as a small business owner and former candidate Ralph Northam and other federal prosecutor, I will fight for substantive Democrats on the statewide ticket have been progress that elevates all Virginians,” he featured on. said. “I will work to ensure that nobody faces Despite the controversies, Fairfax said discrimination, whether from schools, banks he is focusing on mobilizing voters. “We are or the criminal justice system. No matter just under two weeks from election day and

“I will be a lieutenant governor for all Virginians.”

we are not slowing down at all,” he said. “The same way we have been spreading our message across the Commonwealth since May 2016, we will continue until Nov. 7. In the coming days we will have some major events with some heavy hitting Democrats from across the country who are reminding us of what is at stake in this election. “We’ve had events hosted by Vice President Biden, former Attorney General Eric Holder and of course, President Obama. It’s been great seeing everyone come together to show how important this election is.” With less than a week until Election Day, a recent Washington Post-Schar School Virginia poll shows Fairfax with a 6 percentage point lead over Vogel. Jeffrey Powell lives in Roanoke, Va., located in the southwest part of the state. Powell told the AFRO that Fairfax understands the needs of “down state Virginians.” “Fairfax has made several trips into the region of the state to meet with constituents, listen to our concerns and discuss his vision of Virginia,” he said. “He understands that we need well-paying jobs; with the loss of the textile industry, downsizing of the railroad industry, under employment and the unemployment, substance abuse, drugs, educational opportunities that has left ‘Down State’ well behind our brethren of northern, central and Tidewater Virginia.”

Political scientist John Bullock of Baltimore has been keeping an eye on the Fairfax-Vogel race. Bullock told the AFRO that Fairfax has “a decent amount of support,” but questions whether he has the support of the brass of the Virginia Democratic Party. “How much he gets from the party will have an impact on the race,” Bullock said. Bullock said race is a strong factor in the contest. “Yes, it is obviously there,” he said. “It is a challenge for an African American to run for a statewide position and this makes it tougher given the political discourse in the country and Virginia. This race spurs a historical moment but he still has a lot of challenges to overcome in order to win.” Racial tension is not only apparent in the lieutenant governor’s race, it is also apparent in Virginia’s gubernatorial race between former Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam (D) and Ed Gillespie (R). With the general election days away, Virginia’s governor’s race is gaining national attention from a divisive ad released Oct. 30 by Latino Victory Project, a Democratic group, that shows a truck with a confederate flag and a Gillespie bumper sticker chasing minority children down the street. President Donald J. Trump has also called on Gillespie to protect Virginia’s confederate statues.

Holmes

Continued from D1 to take those big issues become too on.” commercialized. Holmes said “I live in a ward that the city is “so that has 24 rich we have the charter schools people, resources and one fulland political will to service grocery achieve the ultimate store,” he said. goal of government, “Public education to create improvement Courtesy photo has become a in people’s lives, business in these Aaron Holmes, a resident of Ward 8, is one of several people running for the especially around neighborhoods At-Large Council seat against Anita Bonds. housing, education and and I don’t like public safety.” that. This city Holmes is a 2001 graduate of Oxon Hill High School in needs to have a public discussion on what the future of public Temple Hill, Md. and he has taken classes at the University of education looks like.” Maryland, College Park. He attends church at Community of Public safety is a concern Holmes is very familiar with. Hope AME Church in Temple Hill, Md. He deals with the issue directly as a resident of Ward 8 which In addition to Bonds, Holmes will face millennials Jeremiah has a reputation for being unsafe. Crime statistics show that Lowery, Marcus Goodwin, and Justin Green in the June 19, homicides in Ward 8 have risen over the past year. as being 2018 Democratic Party primary. “unsafe” and In addition he has a nonprofit, MyPD, which Holmes said that gentrification, education and public safety takes police officers into the schools. “We break up children are the main planks of his platform. On gentrification, he said into small discussion clusters with police officers,” he said. if elected, he will work to keep longtime residents in the city. “They talk to the officers about what is going on in their “Gentrification is a matrix issue,” he said. “We want to make neighborhoods and the officers’ talk to the students about their sure that we hang on to our legacy residents whether they live responsibilities and duties. We are working to improve policein Anacostia or Georgetown.” community relations.” Holmes said public education in the District seems to Holmes said that 90 percent of the participating students

say it improves their perception of the police officers and 65 percent say that they will consider law enforcement as a career. Holmes said that the program has 1,000 students, in 15 schools citywide and 50 police officers are participants. He said the program will ignite a personal interest once he gets on the council. “One of my goals as a council member is to see more D.C. residents join the police department,” he said. Bonds has served on the D.C. Council since December 2012, when she took the at-large position of present D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (D). Bonds told the AFRO that she is running for re-election and is focused on serving her constituents. Kevin B. Chavous, president of the District of Columbia Young Democrats, told the AFRO that he is aware of Holmes’s candidacy. “It’s good when you have millennials running for office and that is something to be commended for putting yourself out there in that manner,” he said. “A crowded field tends to benefit the incumbent. To me, there seems to be a lack of strategy and conversations on their part. It’s tough to win when you have three or four people in the same race.” Chavous didn’t say whom he would support but added that Bonds, as chairman of the D.C. Democratic State Committee, has been supportive of his organization. Eugene Puryear ran for the council in 2014 as a candidate for the DC Green Statehood Party. Puryear told the AFRO that Holmes will need to think outside the box to win. “He must not forget the marginal and forgotten community,” Puryear said. “He must work to change the paradigm from development to growth.”

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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Washington, D.C.

1302 K Street, NW AKA’s Host ‘The Intersection of Mental Health and the Law’ Panel The Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is scheduled to host a panel entitled, “The Intersection of Mental Health and the Law” on Nov. 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 1301 K Street, NW #1000 East Tower. The event hopes to bring mental health practitioners from different areas to inform, listen, and incite positive change and policies for those with mental illnesses. The panel is free and open to the public. Refreshments will also be served. For more information, visit eventbrite.com. St. Francis Hall, 1340 Quincy Street, NE Children’s Africana Book Awards The 25th anniversary of the Children’s Africana Book Awards (CABA) is scheduled to be located at St. Francis Hall, 1340 Quincy Street NE on Nov. 3 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. These awards are given annually to the authors and illustrators of children and young adult books pertinent to Africa offered in the United States. The reward encourages the accurate use and portrayal of Africa through literature. There are seven recipients of the award this year, and past winners will also be in attendance. For tickets and more information, visit africaaccessreview.org. National Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Avenue, SW Children’s African Book Awards Family Festival The Children’s African Book Awards is scheduled to host a free family festival which will be held at the National Museum of African Art, 950 Independence Ave., SE from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 4. There are various games and workshops planned that are family-friendly. Children will be given the opportunity to spin yarn, listen to stories from Ghana, Morocco, and the Ivory Coast. A panel of the recipients of the Children’s Africana Book Awards will also be available to sign their books. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. For registration and more information, visit africaaccessreview.org.

CHURCH EVENTS Capitol Heights, Md.

5354 Sheriff Rd. Meridian Hill Baptist Church Hosts ‘Defying the Odds’ Symposium Meridian Hill Baptist Church, located at 5354 Sheriff Rd., is scheduled to host the “Defying the Odds” Symposium on Nov. 4 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. This free event, which is hosted by MHBC’s Social Services Ministry in conjunction with Concrete Rose Youth Modeling Group, LLC, is open to all and will feature a book signing and talks around strength, courage and hope. Food will be provided. the necessary tools and resources needed to become leaders active within the community. Various topics and speakers will be available. For more information, visit gbbcmd.com.

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2043 Rayburn House Office Building Congressional Briefing on Mental Health and Youth Suicide The National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder is scheduled to host a Congressional briefing discussing youth suicide and self-injury on Nov. 8 from noon. to 1 p.m. at 2043 Rayburn House Office Building. The meeting entitled “Youth Suicide and Self-Injury, A Crisis of Epidemic Proportions” hope to highlight the growing issue of mental health and youth suicide. There will be numerous speakers such as mental health professionals, survivors of those who have dealt with self-injury, and families affected by youth suicide. Information will also be provided on lifesaving programs offered to help the youth. Refreshments will also be served. To RSVP, email neabpd@aol.com.

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6056 Central Avenue Greater Beulah Baptist Church Hosts ‘The Gathering of Men’ Meeting The Greater Beulah Baptist Church is scheduled to host “The Gathering of Men” meeting on Nov. 7 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 6056 Central Avenue. The meetings are free and boys and men of all ages are welcome. The meetings encourage a safe space for men to openly share and be vulnerable as well as provide

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about shootings and killings. This has to stop and we have to come together.” D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) was overseas and no one from her administration was present at the news conference. The lack of a mayoral representative was noticed. “This is sad,” Jauhar Abraham, a former leader of the anti-gang violence organization Peaceoholics, said. “No one from the mayor’s office has responded to our call. This doesn’t have the interest of this administration.” Some leaders in Ward 8 said they didn’t know about the news conference. “I didn’t receive any notification about it,” Christopher Hawthorne, an advisory neighborhood commissioner who represents district 8E05, told the AFRO. Hawthorne said that White is headed in the right direction and must remain focused on what he is trying to do. D.C. Council members Vincent Gray (D-Ward 7), Anita Bonds (D-At Large), and Kenyan McDuffie (D-Ward 5) did attend the news conference. McDuffie, who said that some neighborhoods in his ward are experiencing violence at the level that is in Ward 8, supported White. “I am in constant contact with Council member White on this,” McDuffie said. “There is a culture of violence in this city that needs to stop. Kids shouldn’t have to fear going to the playgrounds and the recreation centers. We have to stop this gun violence. The problem is illegal guns. Guns don’t shoot themselves.” Tyrone Parker, the executive director of the Alliance for Concerned Men, said that in 1991, the District had 481 homicides and in 2012, the number had dropped significantly to 88. Still, he said, that is too many “and we need to come together and love each other.” “We will be in the streets like we’ve always been.” Parker said, “to stop the violence.”

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Continued from D1 book might give them the desire that they may want to learn and be engaged.” Jones attended St. John’s College High School in Washington D.C. From high school, he went to Stony Brook University in New York to receive his bachelors in psychology. He earned a juris doctor degree at the Southern Illinois School of Law. Jones also earned a master of law degree in intellectual property from The George Washington University Law School. Jones said he founded his own firm, Ryan L. Jones Law, to help friends and people in the community. His law firm focuses on copyright and trademark counseling. Dream Forever is available for purchase on Amazon, iTunes, and Barnes & Noble.

The DCPSC needs your input! Join the Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia (DCPSC) at Community Hearings to consider the Merger of AltaGas Ltd. and WGL Holdings, Inc. (Formal Case No. 1142). Hearing Dates: Monday, November 27, 2017 6:30 p.m. start Anacostia Library/Ora Glover Community Room 1800 Good Hope Road, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20020 Tuesday, November 28, 2017 6:30 p.m. start Trinity University/O’Connor Auditorium 125 Michigan Avenue, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20017 Wednesday, November 29, 2017 10:00 a.m. start Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia 1325 G Street, N.W., Suite 800 Washington, D.C. 20005

Thursday, November 30, 2017 6:30 p.m. start Greater Washington Urban League/Pepco Community Room 2901 14th Street N.W. Washington, D.C. 20009

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T Julie Dunham Howie, weekend co-chair; State Sen. Ulysses Currie, State Senator of the Year and Del. Cheryl Glenn

hrough its mission of progressing Blacks in Maryland, the Maryland Black Caucus Foundation, a nonprofit organization located in Baltimore held its 22nd Annual Legislative Black Caucus Weekend from Oct. 27-28 in Annapolis, Md. and at the MGM National Harbor Hotel in Oxon Hill, Md. The theme of the conference was “Leveling the Playing Field: Access To Equity And Wealth.” The conference included workshops, a business breakfast and a concluding gala.

Julie Dunham Howie; Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh, Outstanding Legislative Leadership Award honoree and Del. Cheryl Glenn

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Charlene Lewis; R. Earl Lewis, deputy secretary, Maryland Dept. of Transportation , Sylvia Cyrus, executive director, ASALH and Linwood Floyd

Valencia McClure, Del. Carolyn J.B. Howard and Allyson Black

Jeremy Lawson; John Oliver; Barbara BluntArmstrong; Calvin Butler, CEO, Baltimore Gas and Electric Company, keynote speaker and Stylnia Johnson

Andy-Evens Pierre, executive director, Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, LaTrina Antoine, AFRO Washington D.C. Editor; Edgar Brookins, AFRO D.C. General Manager; Md. Del. Darryl Barnes (District 25); Lisa Sanford, Md. Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs; Kevin Jones, First Data; Cindy Tawiah and Teresa Hamilton

Karyn Riley; Keynote speaker Carla Reid, WSSC; Vanessa Purnell and Wanda Watts, Weekend co-chair

Members of the Legislative Black Caucus and breakfast sponsors and Del. Cheryl Glenn, chair (seated) 2nd from right

Meade Senior High School Army Junior ROTC cadet Meade Senior High School Army Junior ROTC

Brig. Gen. Scott Dingle and Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker

Gloria Parker; Marie Washington, Outstanding Community Leadership Award honoree, Del. Carolyn J.B. Howard, Delegate of the Year honoree and Del. Pam Queen

William “Larry” Lucas, Renee Brown, Pamela Jenkins, Edgar Brookins, AFRO Reporter Charise Wallace, Barbara Blount-Armstrong and Jake Oliver, AFRO publisher

The Bowie State University Bulldogs faced off against the Pennsylvania-based Lincoln University Lions Oct. 28 for their annual Homecoming celebrations, Bowie State which included University wide a Masquerade receiver Gilbert Lundsford Ball Cruise, scholarship Chyna Johnson, Miss Bowie gala, homecomState and Kyle Jones, Mister ing parade and Bowie State football game. Bowie State The Bulldogs University defeated the defensive back Lions 86-14. William Flowers

Bowie State University President Aminta Breaux Bowie quarterback Amir Hall Photos by Leta Harrison and Daniel Kucin