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Bronzeville: Boom or Bust?

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Groundbreaking of the new Rosenwald Apartments at 47th Street and Michigan Avenue. Photo credit: Chicago Housing Authority

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Bronzeville: Boom or Bust?

By Maze Jackson Defender Political Editor

Bronzeville is the neighborhood roughly bordered by the Dan Ryan Expressway on the east, Cottage Grove on the west, 26th Street on the north, and 51st Street on the south. In the early 20th century, Bronzeville was also known as the Black Metropolis, the destination of many Blacks who sought to escape the South during the Great Migration. The neighborhood thrived as Chicago’s Black epicenter because of racial segregation and the Black population explosion that accompanied the Great Migration.

That need for goods and services created a local Black economy which was basically self-reliant. The Black Metropolis relied on the interconnectedness of the business, political, and service communities. The businessmen in Bronzeville worked to elect politicians that allowed their businesses to thrive. Conversely, those businessmen were also local philanthropists who gave back to the community, created local institutions and provided assistance.

Bronzeville was once the home of The Regal Theatre, The Parkway Ballroom, The Sunset Café and the Dreamland Café, where any number of famous Black entertainers would perform. Bronzeville was also home for some of Black America’s most storied figures, including: Gwendolyn Brooks, Sam Cooke, and Lou Rawls. Even famed trumpeter Louis

Armstrong spent some time perfecting his craft in Bronzeville.

From the 1940’s through the 1960’s, significant concentrations of public housing projects were built in the Bronzeville community. The Robert Taylor Homes, Stateway Gardens, and Dearborn Homes, combined with the Harold Ickes Homes and the Hillard Homes formed the infamous Chicago Housing Authority State Street Corridor. The State Street Corridor was the largest, continuous stretch of public housing projects in the country. Some would also argue that the State Street corridor was constructed by then Mayor Richard J. Daley as a natural racial barrier, along with the Dan Ryan, to keep Blacks contained east of the expressway. Whether intentional or not, the result was one of the largest concentrations of crime and poverty the country had ever seen.

As a result, what was once the Black Metropolis became a black hole of poverty and despair, with immigrant groups taking control of the retail business that was once controlled by Black businessmen.

The insurance agencies, banks, and theaters were replaced with liquor stores, nail shops and fried chicken joints. The Bronzeville that was once the center of Black life in Chicago had become the place Black people sought to avoid. Bronzeville has essentially become “The Low End.” Though Bronzeville boasts a rich history of uplifting and supporting the Black community, the long term deterioration of the once thriving

neighborhood, has left land and capital up for grabs. Now the question is, will Bronzeville be able to return to its former glory without pushing out the people who helped to build it.

Bronzeville was contained wholly in the third ward, and the most prominent figure in the Third Ward was Black activist and civil rights leader turned politician, Alderman Dorothy Wright Tillman, affectionately known as “The Hat.” Appointed in 1985 as part of the Harold Washington movement, Tillman was known as an unabashed champion for Black people, poor Black people in particular.

Because Tillman’s ward contained the highest concentration of poor Blacks, it only made sense that she advocated for poor Blacks; but Tillman was also a historian, and the history of Bronzeville as the Black Metropolis was not lost on her. So she began implementing a 70/30 plan, which meant that 70 percent of the business and jobs in the community would go to Black people. But to Tillman, ownership was the key.

“I wanted our people to be able to stay in our community. I did not want them to leave because they had to, but because they wanted to,” Tillman said. “We were redeveloping Bronzeville, really Grand Boulevard, with Black people benefitting.

We wanted to build our community off of our strengths, which were the arts,” she continued. “If you go to Chinatown they sell you on the rice; I wanted people to come to Grand Boulevard and be able to hear our music and see our culture. I wanted to mark our community.”

But Tillman was not able to com-

plete her plan because Pat Dowell defeated her during bitterly fought election in 2007. Dowell, who touted her credentials as an urban planner during the campaign, was faced with the unenviable task of picking up the redevelopment of Bronzeville after Tillman. Dowell was able to capitalize on the changing demographics of the Third Ward to oust Tillman, whose actions were seemingly misinterpreted.”

“People like to say ‘Dorothy Tillman took all the land’ but I really put it on hold, so when those White people would come, they would have to [talk] to me about Black ownership. At that time Black politicians controlled 90 percent of the available land in the city. I wanted that land so you could come home,” Tillman emphasized.

As the CHA implemented its “Plan for Transformation” large blocks of Tillman’s most loyal supporters in the housing projects were jettisoned to far off suburbs via Section 8. In their place, equally tall South Loop skyscrapers were built, but they were filled with more wealthy tenants who had different priorities, who some Bronzeville residents think Dowell caters to, a claim she denies.

“I prioritize all the communities in my ward, but Continued on page 12

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Camelot Charter School opens in Austin

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In the midst of the Chicago Public School budget issues, yet another charter school is opening on the city’s west side.

CPS and Camelot Education are launching another “Safe School,” this time on the West Side. Camelot Academy Garfield Park will serve up to 150 middle school and high school students at the former Mar-

coni Elementary in West Garfield Park.

“This is a collaboration with the community,” said Camelot VP of Operations in Chicago Pedro Segarra. “In addition to our school the Park District will also have a recreational program and there will be a day care center in the building.”

Students can spend up to a year at a Safe School like Camelot Academy Garfield Park. After that period Camelot transitions kids

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who got tired of constantly being bullied,” Camelot VP of Operations in Chicago Pedro Segarra.

Brenda Williams, who served as principal at Camelot’s Chicago Excel Academy of Englewood, is moving to become executive director at Garfield Park.

It’s not the only school to arrive in the area. Moving Everest Charter School was also approved by the Chicago Board of Education in December to open in Austin.

The school will serve 810 kindergarten through 8th grade students and offer optional after-school programs for families including additional tutoring, counseling and support services. The school is set to open fall 2015 for kindergarten and 1st graders and will occupy new facilities currently under construction at 416 N. Laramie Ave., according to Moving Everest Charter School’s website.

Thirty schools in the Austin and Garfield Park area will see their budgets cut while 13 will see them rise, according to DNAinfo Chicago.

CPS announced that neighborhood schools will bear the brunt of nearly $60 million in cuts, while charter schools and other charter programs for at-risk students would see a combined $30 million in gains.

“Money follows the students,” Ostro told DNAinfo, adding that projected CPS enrollment for the coming school year is 372,275, down about 1 percent from last year.

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Julian Bond Served Our Community

By Kai EL’Zabar

Defender Executive Editor

Some people have a choice but Julian Bond always knew who he was and what his responsibility was to his community. He was born the son of Horace Mann Bond, an historian, college administrator and social science researcher who taught through example while making his own contributions to Black Freedom struggle of the 1950’s through the 1960s.

A Nashville native as would be his children, he was born to parents who were former slaves, both of whom graduated from Oberlin College in Ohio and valued education. Horace’s father trained as a pastor and accepted posts at Congregationalist churches across the south. They were easily among the Black elite and encouraged their children to pursue success through academic achievement.

It was never a question of whether or not he’d go to college so when Julian Bond enrolled at Morehouse in 1961 it was as it should be.

And when he became one of the original Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee/ SNCC in Atlanta from 1961 as communications director, it was of no surprise to his family or those who knew him. He also married in 1961, began a family and left Morehouse for the sole purpose of working on civil rights in the South. From 1961 to 1963, he led student protests against segregation in public facilities and the Jim Crow laws of Georgia.

Julian Bond held his position with SNCC for five years and skillfully guided the national news media toward stories of violence and discrimination as the committee challenged legal segregation in the South’s public facilities during a time when mainstream media ignored what was happening to Blacks. He helped organize civil rights and voter registration drives until to September 1966.

Over time he shifted his stance to lean more towards the leadership of the N.A.A.C.P. where he found a foundation of peace that would guide him throughout the rest of his life. The ideology of a peaceful resistance resonated with him after experiencing the horrific crimes against Blacks by whites during his tenure at SNCC. This led to his close affiliation with Dr. ML King upfront and center.

In 1965, Mr. Bond was one of eleven African Americans elected to the Georgia House of Representatives after the passage of the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act of 1965 had opened voter registration to Blacks. By ending the disfranchisement of Blacks through discriminatory voter registration, Blacks regained the ability to vote and entered the political process. Mr. Bond ultimately ran and was elected as a Democrat, the party of President Lyndon B. Johnson, who had signed the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act into law. However it was noted by Civil Rights leaders how Johnson had hesitated and did not sign the Civil Rights Act until he was forced.

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white folks, who never stopped their intention to oppress and deny Blacks the humanity they deserved. On January 10, 1966, Georgia state representatives voted 184–12 not to seat him because he had publicly endorsed SNCC’s policy regarding opposition to U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. A three-judge panel on the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia ruled in a 2–1 decision that the Georgia House had not violated any of Bond’s constitutional rights.

Never backing down, in 1966, the United States Supreme Court ruled 9–0 in the case of Bond v. Floyd (385 U.S. 116) that the Georgia House of Representatives had denied Mr. Bond his freedom of speech and was required to seat him.

From 1967 to 1975, Bond was elected to four terms in the Georgia House, where he organized the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus.

In January 1967, Mr. Bond was among eleven House members who refused to vote when the legislature elected segregationist Democrat Lester Maddox of Atlanta as governor of Georgia over the Republican Howard Callaway.

Callaway had led in the 1966 general election by some three thousand votes. The choice fell on state lawmakers under the Georgia Constitution of 1824 because neither major party candidate had polled a majority in the general election. Bond would not support either Maddox or Callaway, although he was ordered to vote by lame duck Lieutenant Governor Peter Zack Geer.

During the 1968 presidential election, Mr. Bond led an alternate delegation from Georgia to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where he became the first African American to be nominated as a major-party candidate for Vice President of the United States.

The 28-year-old Bond quickly declined nomination, citing the constitutional requirement that one must be at least 35 years of age to serve in that office.

Keeping with family tradition Mr. Bond returned to Morehouse in 1971 at age 31 to complete his Bachelor of Arts in English. With

Morris Dees, he helped found the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), a public-interest law firm based in Montgomery, Alabama. He served as its president from 1971 to 1979.

Bond ran for the United States House of Representatives from Georgia’s 5th congressional district in 1986. He lost the Democratic nomination in a runoff to civil rights leader John Lewis who had a larger national reputation as the man on the front lines of the Civil Rights Movement. So the nomination delivered the seat to Lewis, who still serves in Congress.

Consequently haunted by allegations of drug use, Mr. Bond resigned from the Georgia Senate the following year.

From 1980 to 1997, Bond hosted America’s Black Forum. He was also a commentator for radio’s Byline and NBC’s The Today Show. He authored the nationally syndicated newspaper column Viewpoint, and narrated the critically acclaimed PBS series Eyes on the Prize in 1987 and 1990. In 2012, Bond was centrally featured in Julian Bond: Reflections from the front lines of the Civil Rights Movement, a 32-minute documentary film by Eduardo Montes-Bradley.

In 1998, Bond was selected as chairman of the NAACP. In November 2008, he announced that he would not seek another term as chairman.

Ahead of his time Mr. Bond was an outspoken supporter of the rights of gays and lesbians. He publicly stated his support for samesex marriage. Most notably, he boycotted the funeral services for Coretta Scott King on the grounds that the King children had chosen an anti-gay mega-church as the venue. This was in conflict with their mother’s longstanding support for the rights of gay and lesbian people. In a 2005 speech in Richmond, Virginia, Mr. Bond stated: “African Americans … were the only Americans who were enslaved for two centuries, but we were far from the only Americans suffering discrimination then and now…. Sexual disposition parallels race. I was born this way. I have no choice. I wouldn’t change it if I could. Sexu-

ality is unchangeable.’

In a 2007 speech on the Martin Luther King Day Celebration at Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia, Bond said, “If you don’t like gay marriage, don’t get gay married.” His stance positioned elements of the NAACP against religious groups in the Civil Rights movement, who oppose gay marriage. On October 11, 2009, Bond appeared at the National Equality March in Washington, D.C., and spoke about the rights of the LGBT community, a speech, which was aired live on C-SPAN. Always cutting on the edge Mr. Bond was a strong critic of policies that contribute to anthropogenic climate change and was amongst a group of protesters arrested at the White House for civil disobedience in opposition to the Keystone XL pipeline in February 2013.

He was also an outspoken critic of the Bush administration from its assumption of office in 2001, in large part because Bond believed the administration was illegitimate. Twice that year, first in February to the NAACP board and then in July at that organization’s national convention, he attacked the administration for selecting Cabinet secretaries “from the Taliban wing of American politics”. Bond specifically targeted Attorney General John Ashcroft, who had opposed affirmative action, and Interior Secretary Gale Norton, who defended the Confederacy in a 1996 speech on states’ rights. In the selection of these individuals, Bond said, Bush had appeased “the wretched appetites of the extreme right wing and chosen Cabinet officials whose devotion to the Confederacy is nearly canine in its uncritical affection.” During his tenure with the NAACP he was a major contributor too much of the newly established relationships with television media executive opening the doors to greater opportunities for Blacks in positions which they were ordinarily not considered.

On May 14, 2013, while on MSNBC, Bond called the Tea Party the “Taliban wing of American politics.” Bond told MSNBC, “I think it’s entirely legitimate to look at the tea party.” But he also said, “It was wrong for the IRS to behave in this heavy-handed manner. They didn’t explain it well before or now what they’re doing and why they’re doing it.” He called Tea Party members “a group of people who are admittedly racist, who are overtly political, who’ve tried as best as they can to harm President Obama in every way they can.” He added, “We all ought to be a little worried about them.”

Like most innovators he expressed himself through the multi-disciplines that afforded him creative authenticity. He authored poetry, essays and commentaries, taught at colleges served as a television commentary and continued to confront white supremacy with a vengeance. He served Black people well and in doing so he served in America’s best interest.

He always stood up against injustice. He made us proud.

Bond died from complications of vascular disease on August 15, 2015 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, aged 75.

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Wilson was never republican but reserves the right to be an independent thinker. However since then it has been revealed that Mr. Wilson is no joke. Out of five candidates, he came in third to the surprise of all.

With such success for a non-politician’s first political race Mr. Wilson has thrown himself in the ring as candidate for President of the United States and is facing a notso-kind response from mainstream media and organizations that have not treated him respectfully.

Mr. Wilson has described himself as a poor boy, who grew up in rural Louisiana as a sharecropper and had a lofty vision of a different life for himself and his family. He pursued that vision and became the self-made successful entrepreneur he is today. He also adds that just as he wanted to assist his family he seeks to do the same for others. In fact, “I’m inspired by helping others,” he says.

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More importantly is his reason for entering the political arena in the first place. He actually decided to run for mayor because of his disappointment in the current mayor’s poor decisions and failure to consider their impact on the Black community. Issues like education, employment opportunities and failed safety issues that communities throughout Chicago face were the prime catalyst to enter politics. Wilson said, “I wanted to create parity in opportunities for Blacks and equal treatment for all people in Chicago. As candidate for president my interests are the same.”

So as a proven successful businessman, why is he being snubbed?

I’m asking you.

To those who have a problem with how he speaks, let me remind you that neither Richard J. Daley nor Richard M. Daley could be described as very articulate. Nor was Eugene Sawyer. Rare are the great orators like Harold Washington or Barack Obama, but it doesn’t take away from Wilson’s business performance or acumen. He’s a difficult read because he doesn’t fit in the usual businessman or politician mold. Nor does Donald Trump. And although mainstream media criticizes Trump, he is not excluded as a player in the race.

In fact, Trump’s command of the polls—as well as Mr. Wilson’s exclusion—has a great deal to do with the media’s willingness to give the microphone to Trump, a business man who has offended Hispanics, women, war veterans and more,

rather than highlighting Wilson, a businessman who has the Black community’s concerns at heart.

Recently the National Urban League snubbed Mr. Wilson. I think that it’s a sad day when we have to acknowledge that an African-American organization whose mission is to enable African Americans to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power and civil rights did not invite Mr. Wilson, an African-American Democratic candidate in the 2016 presidential race, to participate in the National Urban League Annual Conference that took place (July 29–Aug. 1, 2015). He was not invited, as were three Candidates, Hillary Clinton (D), Jeb Bush (R) and Dr. Ben Carson (R) specifically to participate in a session entitled Off To The Races: The 2016 Presidential Candidates’ Plenary. Wilson was disappointed—as he rightfully should be—yet continues to support their efforts.

Since his announcement June 1, according to his camp he’s had no contact with the Democratic National Committee. Nor has his campaign been invited to the candidate orientation sessions and other pertinent meetings. He has reached out to DNC National Political Director Raul Alvillar; the state Democratic chairs in Iowa and New Hampshire—but has garnered no responses. Even his Congressman, Danny Davis IL-7, has reached out on his behalf and received no response.

Both instances have Wilson concluding this treatment is un-Democratic and un-American So we have to ask what’s up with that? Here we are acting like the overseer treating Mr. Wilson like a field Negro based on what? Let’s see . . . his educational background, maybe? His articulation? Americans are great at playing the elitist game. We know all about it as Blacks who have been and are continually treated like third class citi-

zens. Why when we have the opportunity to demonstrate that we are not all monolithic in how we come to success, that we don’t all go to upper crest Ivy League or HBCU’s, or express ourselves the same, do we dismiss a man’s value? We are not all great orators, nor are all our experiences the same. To limit our view of the talented tenth is a mistake as Booker T. Washington explained to DuBois. Brilliance is revealed in a myriad of ways.

By what standard are we evaluating candidates? Dr. Ben Carson has no experience in running a business.

However he is our foremost brilliant brain surgeon and enunciates words and constructs sentences well. He sounds good yet he knows little about politics or the business side of running America.

Interestingly enough, the Southern Christian Leadership Convention, the National Baptist and Progressive Baptist 2015 Convention, as well the National Black Chamber of Commerce invited him to participate in their events.

These acts of exclusion are what we have experienced all our existence in America. We stand as witnesses to the blatant disrespect of President Obama and I think that we all should find it distasteful and unacceptable that we are now acting as our own oppressor. Is this not the behavior of the House Negro versus the Field Negro?

We should respect him, because America takes its businessmen seriously. We should allow him the platform to speak, and give him a fair opportunity to prove himself. He couldn’t possible be any worse than Donald Trump who speaks more like a fascist than he does one who believes in the democratic process.

But here’s the real point. Right now, Willie Wilson is the only person in the race who is concerned about what’s in it for Black people.

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6. R epresentation in all police and fire departments must reflect the community they serve.

7. I ncrease access and availability for quality, affordable housing for all.

8. E stablish a living and fair wage as a fundamental right for all Americans.

(Revised January 1966, May 2001)

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ENTERTAINMENT

The World of Cece Peniston: Staying Relevant

By Mary L. Datcher Senior Staff Writer

Cece Peniston is not your typical R&B Diva. Her versatility, style and talent reaches far beyond voice. In 1991, she swept the radio airwaves with her first big hit, “Finally” an uptempo song that had the dance floors of every club packed.

Produced by Chicago DJ and producer, Steve ‘Silk’ Hurley, the song showcased the not only her talent as a strong vocalist but fused soul music with the Chicago House sound. Soon after, another Peniston and Hurley hit was followed up by “We Got a Love Thang” along with “Keep On Walkin”—all reaching number one on the Billboard Dance charts.

Nearly 25 years later, Peniston is going strong with non-stop shows and continued list of recorded projects that range in her ability to sing jazz, R&B and of course—dance music. With a voice that you would typically find inside the walls of a southern baptist church, her ‘dance card’ is always filled and in demand both in the U.S. and abroad.

Peniston can recall her childhood and how she became influenced by music at an early age.

“When I was a kid, I was probably like thirteen years old, I knew that when I got into the business there was one person that really impacted me and that was Patti Labelle. I loved her so much. She was powerful to me, when she was on the stage—she was funny,” she said. “I felt like she owned the moment, and I just felt like if anything happened—she just knew how to just go with the flow.”

Growing up in Phoenix, where she still calls home, her music career continues to take her everywhere.

Her reputation as a young, budding singer in her hometown when one day she was asked to do background vocals for a hometown female rapper, Tonya Davis aka Overweight Pooch. The title track of her song, “Female

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Preacher” gained some solid ground movement on the UK Dance charts but not much traction in the U.S. Regardless, Peniston was buzzing around the offices of A&M Records going into record her first project. The hit song, “Finally” would be her first debut single at 21 years old.

During her days as one of the leading artists at A&M Records, it was a time when music videos reigned supreme and artists were battling for video spins instead of radio spins.

She said, “A music channel was actually a music channel. They weren’t reality show channels. I felt like you knew who the artists were. There was no social media. Everything was done by publicists.

Everything was like the less people knew about you, the more that they wanted to know,” Peniston said. “It was the mystique of being an artist that was better. These days, if you don’t hit me back on Twitter or Facebook, you’re not paying attention.”

Since Patti Labelle influenced her coming up, she’s also wears the seasoned singer’s cap very well giving props to the next generation of R&B singers making their mark.

“I like K. Michelle because she’s real. She has a little ‘hood’ in there, but she’s not so far off the beaten path that you can’t understand her. She’s real R&B and I feel like women really relate to her very well,” Peniston said. “Jhene Aiko I really love her flow, too, because it’s like a singing-rap flow, you know? So I would say those are the innovators of the music.”

Peniston has been where they are now and wears many hats, but her most important role is the ‘business woman.’ She finished filming a movie in Nashville, released a bathing suit collection, and currently training for her first fitness competition this Fall. In addition, she’s released an energy drink designed for pregnant women and filming a reality show.

She continues to release new music including a song

she recorded for the late DJ and producer, Frankie Knuckles. One of her strongest qualities is writing, having co-penned a song with singer, Noel Gourdin.

She said she keeps a daily journal to keep her thoughts and experiences captured on paper, she still loves to welcome people on the creative process.

“I analyze myself, the good things that have happened throughout the day and the bad things that happen throughout the day. Then I say to myself, ‘What could have been better?’ or ‘What could have been greater?’. I just keep trying to reinvent myself – that’s what I do,” she said. “I also have good family and friends around me – people who tell me the truth.”

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HEALTH ATTENTION: ALL FORMER CHA 10/1/99 RESIDENTS THIS IS NOT AN OPPORTUNITY FOR NEW APPLICANTS TO APPLY FOR HOUSING Notice of Persons Appearing to Be Covered by the Relocation Rights Contract

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Simple Things To Do Right Now For Healthier Hair

By Dr. Phoenyx Austin BlackDoctor.org Contributor

As a fitness specialist most of my days are spent doing things like developing workout programs and dishing out diet advice on my website and YouTube channel. In addition to the many fitness-related questions I receive like, “What’s the best workout to lose these extra 10 pounds of post-baby weight?” I also receive compliments and questions like, “I love your hair! How do you take care of it?”

Now when it comes to my hair, first and foremost I practice a regimen based in simple, holistic principles like maintaining a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and practicing good clean livin’. I want to share four of my favorite holistic hair care tips that many women may not know, but every woman should follow. I guarantee you will see a significant improvement in the health and beauty of your hair!

1. Nix the tight hairstyles.

Avoid tight hairstyles, because they are notorious for putting tension on the hair follicle and hair shaft – a big no bueno because tension is a leading factor in hair loss, and more specifically, a leading factor in traction alopecia (which is the medical term for pathological hair loss).

FYI, traction alopecia is very commonly seen in Black women along their hairline and this type of hair loss is also totally avoidable when you nix tight hairstyling and choose looser hairstyles. I know some tight hairstyles may look fly for the moment, but they can and will murder your edges in the long haul.

2. Skip the sulfate shampoo and co-wash with conditioner instead.

Active women are fine washing hair twice a week. That said, no matter how often you choose to wash your hair, avoid washing with shampoos that contain sulfates, because they can strip hair of mois-

ture, ultimately leading to dryness and breakage. When cleansing your hair you have two choices: 1) use a sulfate-free shampoo, or 2) forgo shampoo altogether and practice co-washing, which is washing hair with conditioner instead of shampoo.

3. Nix the heat and air-dry instead.

Remember this always: Blow dryers, flat-irons and other heat styling tools all come at a price − damaged hair. And the more often you use these types of heat styling tools, the more damage you’ll do. Keep heat styling to a minimum and air dry your hair as often as possible. And trust me, I totally feel your pain when it comes to giving up heat because I used to be a habitual heat-styler before I went natural. But once I saw how quickly and significantly my hair’s health improved with zero-heat styling, I had no problem permanently retiring my blow dryer.

If you simply can’t bear the thought of totally giving up your flat iron or blow dryer, then at the very least apply a heat protectant to your hair before styling.

4. Feed your hair with proper nutrition.

When it comes to growing healthy hair, just heed this mantra and you’ll never go wrong: “Health first, and hair will follow.”

Hair is over 95 percent protein, and your scalp lubricates and protects itself with a substance called sebum (which is made from fat).

In terms of hair growth and scalp health, it’s very important to eat a balanced diet that contains ample protein and healthy fats. Also, regular exercise can further promote hair growth, because it stimulates blood flow to the hair follicle and hormone regulation. If you do these two simple things, you will be setting the foundation for hair that grows healthy, strong and beautiful from root to tip!

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The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is updating its list of former CHA leaseholders who lived in CHA public housing on October 1, 1999 (10/1/99) and are covered by the Relocation Rights Contract (RRC).

Under the RRC, persons who were leaseholders in CHA public housing as of October 1, 1999, retain the right of return to replacement housing in accordance with the requirements set forth in the RRC. For further information: STEP 1: Go to www.thecha.org, click Resident Services, and then click Right of Return for Former CHA Residents.

STEP 2: Complete the brief questionnaire if your name appears.

STEP 3: CHA will contact you to schedule an appointment to begin the determination process.

If you believe you have a right of return and your name did not appear on the website, contact CHA via email at rrcpublicnotice@thecha.org. If you do not have access to a computer, and or are unable to use the computer to respond to this notice, you can call CHA at (312) 786-3104, or mail the completed Inquiry Form to: RRC Public Notice, Resident Services, Chicago Housing Authority, 60 E. Van Buren, 10th Fl., Chicago, IL 60605.

CHA Client No. ___________ (If known)

Inquiry Form Social Security Number: ______________________

First Name: __________________________ MI: _____ Last Name: __________________________ Address: ________________________ City: ________________ State: ____________ Zip: _______ Email Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Phone No.: _______________________

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Any former 10/1/99 CHA leaseholder who has an interest in exercising their right of return must contact CHA via the website within 90 days from the date of publication of this notice. If you do not act within the 90 day time limit, you will lose your right of return. Thereafter, you must contact CHA directly to request reinstatement of your right of return.

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SPORTS

The 18th Annual Chicago Football Classic is Presented by BMO Harris & Sherman Dodge

By A.L. Smith

Classic has awarded over $3.0 million in scholarships to young people dedicated to improving their future.

Since many of life’s most powerful personal lessons for young people arise from direct, practical experience, each of the Chicago Football Classic partners, Larry Huggins and Tim Rand and Everett Rand remain dedicated, active participants in this community-based program.

“The sponsors of the Chicago Football Classic, Inc. are highly respected for their education advocacy and strong presence in the community. We applaud the 18th Annual CFC presenting sponsors—BMO

Contributing Writer Chicago Defender: Chi-Media News/TSG

Thanks to the Chicago Football Classic - One Day There Will Be Another Doctor in the House September 26th Event at Soldier Field Helps Chicago-Area Students Attend Historically Black Colleges & Universities If you’re wondering if the Chicago Football Classic could truly make a difference in the lives of young Chicagoans looking to attend one of the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), just ask one of the past Chicago Football Classic Scholarship winners.

Jawuan Johnson is a native Chicagoan and a proud 2013 graduate of Prosser Career Academy. Mr. Johnson is also an energetic, bright and highly disciplined twenty-year-old high-achiever who dreams of one day working for the NFL. Specifically, he wants to be a physician and physical therapist for a major football franchise—the hometown Chicago Bears. Thanks to the scholarship provided by the non-profit Chicago Football Classic, Inc., he’s well on his way to accomplishing his goal.

“I’ve always been a fan of the Bears, and I also have dreamed of being a doctor all of my life,” he said.

Jawuan has just successfully completed his second year at the historic Morehouse College in Atlanta thanks in large part to the financial assistance provided by the Chicago Football Classic, Inc. On Saturday, Sept. 26, this eagerly anticipated 18th Annual Chicago Football Classic (CFC) game, which starts at 3:30 p.m., will roar back into Chicago under the motivational theme of ‘Aspire to Inspire the Future,’ thrilling an expected audience of over 50,000 eager fans and supporters in the historic Soldier Field.

As the 2015 Chicago Football Clas-

Meet the Chicago business philanthropists & co-founders of the Chicago Football Classic: L-R: Everett Rand, president & owner - Midway Wholesalers, Inc; (center) Larry Huggins, chief executive & owner Riteway-Huggins Construction, Inc. and (right) Timothy Rand, Everett’s twin-brother and the principal of Midway Airport Concessionaires, Inc. sic (CFC) heads back to the Windy dealing with the interrelationship City, it promises to be biggest and of the physiological processes and best Classic ever. It will generate a anatomy of the human body with champion from the upcoming com- respect to movement, and plans to petition between two powerhouse enter medical school upon graduaHCBUs, Morgan State University tion from Morehouse. and Howard University. The Bears of Johnson is a staunch believer in Morgan State are currently celebrat- the importance of the Chicago Footed as the reigning 2014 Mid-Eastern ball Classic, Inc. as a catalyst to help Athletic Conference (MEAC) col- other local high school students aslege football champions. piring to attend college.

Get your affordably priced $17“I remain deeply grateful for the $45 tickets now. For more informa- fantastic $12,500 in financial scholtion on the 2015 Chicago Football arship aid the Chicago Football Classic, Inc. (CFC), please call Rite- Classic, Inc. has provided me during way-Huggins Construction, 773- my first year as a freshman at More734-1600 or Midway Wholesalers, house. College costs continues to 773-874-8000, x 4024. Also avail- rise, and without this scholarship, I able through Ticketmaster at www. would not have been able to go at Ticketmaster.com. You can also go all. It has changed my life tremento www.chicagofootballclassic.biz. dously. Thanks to Larry Huggins, EvStarting September 1, tickets will erett Rand and Tim Rand, the men also be available at all Chicago-area behind the Classic, I’ve realized my Walgreens stores. dream to attend one of the nation’s This fall, Johnson enters his premiere Historically Black Colleges sophomore year at ‘the House,’ and Universities, (HBCUs)!” majoring in kinesiology, the science Since 1997, the Chicago Football

Harris Bank and Sherman Dodge— for joining us once again, and for sharing our vision to positively impact as many young people as we possibly can”, said Everett Rand.

The Chicago Football Classic (CFC) has as its primary mission promoting the long-term success of African-American youth, to achieve academic, personal and professionally-oriented excellence, while attending HBCUs and throughout their future lives.

For more information on the CFC call 773-734-1600 or 773-8748000, x.4024 or visit www.chicagofootballclassic.biz.

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CD Around Town

West Side Music Festival 2015

The Chicago Defender stopped by the West Side Music Festival, the Englewood Back-toSchool Picnic, the “We Dream in Color” Humanitarian Celebration and the Danny K. Davis 36th Annual Parade & Picnic. Take a look at who we spotted around town.

Englewood Back-to-School Parade

The parade is kicking off with Alderman Roderick T. Sawyer, Dr. Wayne Watson, Treasurer Kurt Summers, and Alderman David Moore. (DM)

The kids had Alderman David Moore nay-naying. (DM)

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Bell Biv DeVoe strikes a pose before performing at the West Side Music Festival (AB)

Natashee Scott (left) West Side Cultural Foundation and Michelle Geddes (right) the M Group, producers of the festival. (AB)

Case gets a close-up with his fans as he performs during the West Side Music Festival. (AB)

West Side of Chicago’s own Crucial Confilct poses with DJ Phantom during the festival. (AB).

Photos by Adrian S. Burrows Sr. (AB), Terri Winston (TW) and Alderman David Moore (DM).

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Ashanti and Aaliyah having fun at the West Side Music Festival. (TW) www.chicagodefender.com

Congressman Danny K. Davis 36th annual Picnic & Parade Photos courtesy Andre Hampton (AH), Maryiana Spyropoulos (MS) and Melva Brownlee (MB).

Legislators and community members participate in the 36th annual parade (MB)

Congressman Danny K. Davis (MB)

Children enjoying the parade and picnic. (MS)

Commissioner Robert Steele and Rep. La Shawn K. Ford at the parade and picnic (MB)

“We Dream in Color” Humanitarian Celebration Donna Smith Bellinger, advancement strategist accepts her Harriet Tubman Trailblazer award with Quinton de’Alexander.

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Global Mixx

Honorary Chair George Daniels, Co-Executive Producer/Writer-Wendy Calhoun, Global Mixx Founder Mary Datcher, David Leonard and WVON radio host Art Sims (AH)

Chicago Defender Executive Editor Kai EL’ Zabar advises Global Mixx attendee at Speed Mentoring Session. (AH)

Christian Nabors, SAE student talks with Jana Bonds, Crawford Broadcasting during the 2015 Global Mixx. (AH)

Sandor Williams, ComEd Executive advises Global Mixx attendee during Speed Mentoring Session. (AH)

Denard Wade II, Kai EL’ Zabar, Donna Smith Bellinger, Bishop Ronald White, Sherrie Gearheart, Jocelyn Carter, Stephanie D. Coleman, Elmira James, Pamela Manning, Bernard Coffey & Joaquin Edwards.

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Given the strong language and adult situations inherent in this story, this production is recommended for audiences 16 years of age and older.

This play is in no way supported, endorsed or created by, nor does it in any manner emanate from, Richard Pryor, his estate or other successor(s).

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FRONT PAGE CONT. Contiuned from page 2 the needs are different. In the Bronzeville community, public safety issues like drug sales, shootings and violence are big issues. In the South Loop there are more issues like loitering and burglaries. The needs are just different!” Dowell emphasizes. caters to, a claim she denies.

“I prioritize all the communities in my ward, but the needs are different.

In the Bronzeville community, public safety issues like drug sales, shootings and violence are big issues. In the South Loop there are more issues like loitering and burglaries. The needs are just different!” Dowell said.

There is no doubt that the third ward is growing, but where Bronzeville fits in that growth depends on whom you ask. There are those that are new to the Bronzeville area, hoping it will be the next big Chicago neighborhood to explode.

The number of upwardly mobile Black and white families that continue to buy homes in the neighborhood evidences this. As you drive down certain blocks, it becomes apparent that Bronzeville has tremendous potential, but it is also on those same blocks that Hadiya Pendleton was killed after school in a park. The dichotomy of Bronzeville is real.

Art galleries exist just steps away from where armed robberies occur.

Mariano’s is opening up just blocks from 200 Liquors, which was the “almost” grocery store inside a liquor store. Peach’s and H-Dogs are located on the same 47th Street strip as Maggie’s Gyros. Bronzeville is two communities trying to figure out how to become one, but at whose

expense?

According to Dowell, things are looking up because, “retailers make decisions based on income and demographics. I believe that the new Mariano’s will be a catalyst to spur development in the area.”

She also points to the development of a new 25,000 square foot development that is set to open across the street from Mariano’s.

Historically gentrification means that people of color are forced out of a community. While it sometimes requires convincing, it is generally not difficult to encourage Black residents to move, particularly if they rent or live in subsidized housing, which was something that Tillman said she fought to protect.

“I fought hard to save public housing,” Tillman emphasizes, “to bring our community up.”

Alderman Dowell has also taken on the public housing challenge by moving forward with the massive Carol Rosenwald project, that Dowell hopes will create 239 units of housing for seniors and working families.

Dowell also says she hopes to bring commercial development, retail, a restaurant and a coffee shop to what was one of the most infamous corners in Bronzeville.

Ironically, the Rosenwald project is the perfect metaphor for Bronzeville.

The Rosenwald has a long history in the Black community, and not all of it is positive. As Alderman Dowell seeks to rebuild the Rosenwald project, she must keep just the history and nostalgia while combining it with a new vision to be successful. The same goes for Bronzeville.

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Roasted Creole Cauliflower Slices

Black America Cooks ©2015 Donna Battle Pierce

Donna Battle Pierce Defender Contributing Writer

With TV reports about Ferguson in the background, I was separating cauliflower florets from a garden-fresh head when I remembered a long-ago, late-summer evening around my parent’s dining room table.

I grew up with a mom who was not only beautiful and smart, she was also a great cook.

When guests pretended to ignore my turning down the special cauliflower dish with an exaggerated teenage grimace, Mom pretended not to notice my rude behavior. Instead, my mother, who knew I loved coleslaw, quoted Mark Twain: “Training is everything. The peach was once a bitter almond; cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education.”

Then, using a tone of voice I understood meant I had no choice in the matter, she gave me a scary post-dinner homework assignment.

“Start with the Bantam Classics. With a new school year about to begin, it wouldn’t hurt to research the novel from which I’m quoting, ” she said. Don’t forget, this was long before the introduction of Internet searches.

No wonder, I was a rebellious teen. But, looking back, of course she was right.

Today, I collect racial quotes and references from literary greats, and I’ve grown to count cauliflower—the creamy white delicious member of the very healthful cruciferous food group—as one of my most-liked vegetables.

Last week, when I decided to make a vegetarian meal out of roasted cauliflower and tomatoes, thoughts of Mom and Mark Twain also brought one of my all-time favorite writers to mind.

In the early 1960’s, Langston Hughes described Twains treatment of race “as contemporary as Little Rock” in the introduction to the Bantam Classics edition of “The Tragedy of Pudd’nhead Wilson and the Comedy of the Extraordinary Twins.”

Before roasting, feel free to toss the cauliflower with olive oil if you like, but I may add this to my “Skinny Soul” file by dry roasting the vegetable.

Roasted Creole Cauliflower Slices 1 head cauliflower, about 2 pounds 2 t ablespoons soul, Creole or Cajun ­seasoning 16 (or more) ripe cherry or grape ­tomatoes, halved Heat the oven to 425 degrees. To cut cauliflower into bite-size pieces, cut off the bottom stem up to the base of the core with a sharp knife. Cut off the bottom thick leaves. Cut off the thickest (and largest) florets growing around the outer edge, continuing until you reach the top curve of smaller florets. Cut or break these off. Cut large florets in half to lay flat on baking sheet; leave smaller florets in one piece. Place all the florets in a medium bowl; rinse with warm water. Drain without patting dry.

Add soul food, Creole or cajun seasoning to rinsed cauliflower. Toss with your hands to coat all the vegetable pieces. Transfer to a foil lined baking sheet that has been sprayed or brushed with olive oil.

Roast, turning as needed, until cauliflower begins to brown and become tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.

Add tomatoes to the pan. Continue roasting eight minutes longer as tomatoes begin to release some of their juices and cauliflower deepens in color. Remove from oven; stir with a wooden spoon. Serve warm or cold as a side dish, snack or pizza topping.

Donna Pierce is a 2015 recipient of a Harvard Nieman Foundation Visiting Fellowship who is currently working on a cookbook about historic black recipes and cooks, She is the former Assistant Food Editor and Test Kitchen Director for the Chicago Tribune and Contributing Editor for Upscale Magazine.

Send questions or share your favorite original recipe to dpierce@BlackAmericaCooks.com or Donna Pierce 535 N. Michigan Ave. Suite 3105, Chicago, Ill. 60611.

(Include your name and telephone number) If we print your recipe in this column, you will win a new cookbook.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Defender Community Calendar,

August, 2015

Aug. 20–21: Collaboraction, the Chicago theater community’s “Ambassadors of Hope,” continues to spread its message of peace, art, love, hope and fun throughout Chicago with Crime Scene: Breathe Life, the company’s third annual, free Chicago Park District Night Out in the Parks summer tour, playing every Thursday and Friday night in August at four different Chicago Park District venues. Austin Town Hall, 5610 W. Lake St. The screening will take place this week Thursday and Friday, August 20 and 21, 7 p.m. Tickets are free but reservations are requested. For information or to reserve your free ticket, email boxoffice@collaboraction. org, visit collaboraction.org or call (312) 226-9633.

Aug. 19–21: Pastors and faith-based leaders from across the country are expected to attend the national Green the Church Chicago Summit taking place August 19 –21 at Trinity United Church of Christ, 400 W. 95th St. The summit is a collaboration between Green for All, Faith in Place and Trinity United Church of Christ. It will include three days of worship, discussions and actions designed to make churches more aware of and to get them more involved in issues related to the environment, sustainability and the green economy.

Aug. 21: Come celebrate the life of Mrs. Joe-Ella Williams in North Lawndale _ from 1–3 p.m. at 3800 block of West Flournoy.

Alderman Michael Scott, Jr., NeighborSpace, daughters Ernestine and Jereline Williams, her granddaughter Sheryce Young and the community 3800 block of West Flournoy Street are joining to honor the life and legacy of Mrs. Joe Ella Williams. On Aug. 21, which is Mrs. Williams’ birthday, has officially been named Joe-Ella Williams Day by the City of Chicago.

Aug. 22: The Third Annual Gardens of Englewood Tour kicks off Aug. 22. Park your car at 56th and Hermitage from 9:15–9:45 a.m., take a bus tour around Englewood and see Englewood’s community gardens. Continental breakfast will be served as you tour Sherwood Peace Association Community Garden. Tour Attendees will enjoy food, music, and conversation as we celebrate our garden season and beginning harvest.

Aug. 22: Come join the annual Walk for Moral Excellence Parade at 10 a.m. at 69th and Western Avenue and ending at Marquette Park for food and fun. The parade will feature acrobatic performances, the South Shore Drill Team, games and contests. Children will also receive free school supplies.

Aug. 23: Attend the Afrika Enterprises Launch Event Aug. 23 at the Gallery Guichard, 436 E. 47th St., from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Queen Mother Helen Sinclair will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her four decades of work with the incarcerated.

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“70 Acres in Chicago Cabrini Green,” a new film directed by Ronit Bezalet, screens Aug. 23 during the 21st annual Black Harvest Film Festival.

Black Harvest Film festival continues through beauty and positive energy. The ravishingly phoSeptember 3 at the Gene Siskel Film Center celetographed documentary captures the unique texbrating its 21st Annual edition. In its tradition the tured essence and nuances of Washington Park festival explores stories, images, heritage, and and Englewood neighborhoods from the chaos of history of the Black Experience a joyous 4th of July in the streets to the intimacy of girl talk in a beaut salon. It will screen Friday Spotlight throughout the Black Diaspora through film and video. Black August 21, 8:30 pm and Thursday, August 27, 8:15 Harvest in particular promotes dialogue between pm. The director will be present for audience disthe audience and filmmakers (writers, directors, cussion at both screenings. actors and producers).

On Sunday August 23rd , 5:30 pm and This year Chicago filmmakers are front and center throughout Wednesday August 26. 8:15 “70 Acres in Chicago Cabrini Green” the festival. In the week past Soul Train Rewind, and White Wa- by Ronit Bezalet will showcase. The film is hailed as a public-houster produced by Filmmaker and native Chicagoan Dwayne John- ing triumph and demonized as an urban disaster Cabrini Green son-Cochran were showcased. This week we turn our attention was demolished, torn down, then repacked as a mixed income to “Takin’ Place,” directed by Cyrus Dowlatshahi, which tells a development. Built on prime property on the near North Side adsnapshot story about the south side of Chicago. jacent to the Sandburg Village and Lincoln Park it was just a matRecently everyone was up in arms about Spike Lee’s Chiraq ter of time. The film through the directors eyes celebrates the feel from fear of his portrayal of their beloved South Side and spirit of a unique community and mourns its destruction in this ultimately Chicago. So here’s your opportunity to go out and follow-up to her 1999 short, “Voices of Cabrini.” Ronit Bezalet will support a film that portrays Chicago’s South Side as a place of be present for dialogue with the audience.

The Journey Toward Equality,” one of the largest permanent installations curated by the staff of the DuSable Museum of African American History, will highlight a chronological interpretation of the African Diaspora. The exhibition will feature artifacts from the Museum’s own collection and will open on Friday, August 28, 2015 at the Museum, 740 East 56th Place in Chicago.

Aug. 29: The Grand Crossing Park Advisory Council is hosting “Midnight Circus in the Parks”, August 29th & 30th, performance times are 3:00 PM both days, admission is $5.00 at Grand Crossing Park, 7655 S. Ingleside Avenue. FREE parking is available, Plenty of security. For more information or tickets contact: www. midnightcircusintheparks.org or www.cir-

cusinthepark.org.

Aug. 25–29: The 9th annual Chicago Dancing Festival kicks off Aug. 25 and runs through Aug. 29at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E. Randolph St.; the Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave.; and the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E. Randolph St. Performers include the Chicago Human Rhythm Project, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Joffrey Ballet and Ensemble Español.

Aug. 29: The Church of Chicago will host “Reach Chicagoland.” This outreach event will be held at 10000 S. Kostner Ave. (Elim), Oak Lawn, IL 60453 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This event is created for the whole family to educate and equip our communities with information regarding: healthcare issues, blood pressure

screening, dental exams, immunizations, health insurance education, elder care and more. We will have giveaways, games and food. If you would like more information please contact our church office at 773.672.7230 or connect with us online at www.churchofchicago.org. Everything is free of charge.

Aug. 29: Food Network host Sunny Anderson will make a special guest appearance at a Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) fundraiser, Cook for a Cure, taking place at The Chopping Block (222 West Merchandise Mart Plaza #107) in Chicago. Nearly 200 people living with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) and CCFA supporters are attending the fundraiser. The event kicks off at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29.

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TRIPLETT Latice Triplett…..Memorial was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 9:00am10:00am @ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JOHNSON, JR. James Johnson, Jr.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Christ Bible Center II, 15400 S. Kedzie Funeral: 11:00am12:00pm Interment: Burr Oak Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILSON Beverly Wilson.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JASPER Trevor Jasper.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 11:00am12:00pm @ Calvary, 82nd Jeffery Funeral: 12:00pm-1:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DUNCAN Melvin Duncan.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 11:00am12:00pm @ Kroch Center, 1250 W. 119th Street Funeral: 12:00pm Interment: Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

THOMAS Johnnie Thomas.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 4:00pm5:00pm @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 5:00pm-6:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

RICHARDSON Marsha Richardson.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 5:00pm8:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 8:00pm9:00pm Interment: Sunday, August 16, 2015; 10:00am Jackson, MS Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ADJEI DUAH Victoria Adjei Duah.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 7:00pm-8:00pm @ Christ Pentecostal Int. Church, 941 W. Lawrence Funeral: 8:00pm-9:00pm Interment: Sunday, August 16, 2015; 10:00am Ghana Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ADAMS Steward Adams.…..Wake was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Union Star MBC, 3915 West Chicago Ave. Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SHELBY Desiree Shelby.…..Memorial was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 1:00pm-2:00pm @ Chapel King Funeral: 2:00pm-3:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MARTIN Charles Martin.…..Memorial was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015; 3:00pm4:00pm @ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CHERES Clara Cheres.…..Wake was held: Monday, August 17, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

KELLY, JR. Robert Kelly, Jr..…..Wake was held: Monday, August 17, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Vernon Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PEAVY, JR. Howard Peavy, Jr.....…..Wake: Friday, August 21, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JONES Tommie Jones..…..Wake was held: Monday, August 17, 2015; 1:00pm2:00pm @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 2:00pm-3:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

EVANS Alonzo Evans.....…..Wake: Friday, August 21, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 11:00am12:00pm Interment: Saturday, August 22, 2015; Lincoln Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

NEVELS Dorothy Nevels..…..Wake was held: Tuesday, August 18, 2015; 9:00am-10:00am @ Prayer and Faith, 103rd Morgan Funeral: 10:00am11:00am Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HENDRICKS Francetta Hendricks..…..Wake was held: Tuesday, August 18, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Sanctuary of Holiness COGIC, 700 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SMITH Horace Smith..…..Wake was held: Tuesday, August 18, 2015; 1:00pm2:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00pm3:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GAVIN Rosa Gavin..…..Funeral: Wednesday, August 19, 2015; 1:00pm-2:00pm @ Chapel Interment: Oakland Memory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GATES, JR. Alexander Gates, Jr...…..Wake: Wednesday, August 19, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Cedar Park Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WHITE Kirby White...…..Wake: Thursday, August 20, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS, SR. Johnnie Williams, Sr....…..Wake: Thursday, August 20, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Travelers Rest. Spiritual Church, 7030 S. Racine Ave. Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Restvale Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Marion Williams....…..Wake: Thursday, August 20, 2015; 6:00pm-7:00pm @ Friendly Temple COGIC, 7745 S. State St. Funeral: 7:00pm-8:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

LYKE Bobbie Lyke....…..Wake: Friday, August 21, 2015; 2:00pm-3:00pm @ Chapel King Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MORGAN Melvin Morgan....…..Wake: Friday, August 21, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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REED Mark Reed.....…..Memorial: Saturday, August 22, 2015; 4:00pm7:00pm @ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HOLMES, JR. Wilson Holmes, Jr......…..Wake: Saturday, August 22, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Oakdale Covenant, 94th Vincennes Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

LENARD Ardrella Lenard......…..Wake: Saturday, August 22, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ St. Paul COGIC, 4528 S. Wabash Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CARR Doyle Carr......…..Wake: Saturday, August 22, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Cedar Park Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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ELLIS Calvin Ellis …..Visitation was held: Monday, August 10, 2015 at 10:00 am.

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WALKER Thelma Walker …..Visitation was held: Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 10:00 am. Funeral was held: Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 11:00 am at Trinity United Church of Christ, 400 W. 95th. Street.

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WILLIAMS Robert Williams …..Visitation was held: Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 10:00 am.

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MURRAY Gloria Murray …..Visitation: Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at 10:00 am. Funeral: Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at 11:00 am at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 415 W. Englewood. Internment: Cedar Park Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL.

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LOVE Pearline Love …..Visitation: Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 10:00 am. Funeral: Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 11:00 am at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 415 W. Englewood. Internment: Oakwoods Cemetery.

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McCRANEY Gloria Murray …..Visitation: Friday, August 21, 2015 at 11:00 am. Funeral: Friday, August 21, 2015 at 12:00 pm at Chapel.

Internment: Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL.

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JEFFERIES Gwendolyn Jefferies..….. Visitation was held: Friday, August 14, 2015 at 10:00 am. Funeral was held: Friday, August 14, 2015 at 11:00 am at United in Love MBC, 7010 S. Halsted. Internment: Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL .

STURHILL Carolyn Sturhill …..Visitation was held: Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 10:00 am.

Funeral was held: Thursday, August 20, 2015 at 11:00 am at Living Word Christian Center, 7600 W. Roosevelt Rd. Internment: Private (Contact Funeral Home for Details). Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL .

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OFFICE ASSISTANT Must have typing & computer skills $10.00 per hr. also EXTERMINATOR needed must have auto.

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The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago will be accepting applications for the following classification(s):

773.737.6939

PROPERTY MANAGER F/T: HUD property (60+ units, low income/senior housing) One-site software or comparable program, licensed leasing agent.

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D15143344 on the August 10, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of MARVA COOKSEY, MASSAGE THERAPIST CONSULTANT with the business located at 3140 W. 99TH, EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/ Partner Full Name: MARVA LYNN COOKSEY, Complete Address: 3140 W. 99TH, EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805, USA. Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D15143283 on the August 6, 2015.

Under the Assumed Name of WESTVANT COMPANY with the business located at 1421 KASTEN DRIVE, DOLTON, IL 60419, P.O. BOX 216, DOLTON, IL 60419. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: MAURICE KANE Complete Address: 1421 KASTEN DRIVE, DOLTON, IL 60419, USA. Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D15143294 on the August 7, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of C-STYLE EVENTS with the business located at 345 E. EASTGATE PL. UNIT #507, CHICAGO, IL 60616. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: LORI HENDRICKS Complete Address: 345 E. EASTGATE PL. UNIT #507, CHICAGO, IL 60616, USA and Owner/Partner Full Name: TURON IVY Complete Address: 345 E. EASTGATE PL. UNIT #507, CHICAGO, IL 60616, USA.

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NOTICE INVITATION TO BID TO METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT OF GREATER CHICAGO

Operating Engineer II (Original)

Application Filing Period: August 14, 2015 through September 11, 2015.

Examination Date: September 26, 2015 at Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences, 3857 W. 111th Street, Chicago, IL. Scope of Examination: Knowledge of Operating Engineer II practices. Nature of Position and Duties: Under supervision, operates and/or supervises the operation of assigned mechanical equipment at a sewage treatment plant, sludge disposal facility or pumping station, and checks various components of the equipment for normal condition and operation. This class is characterized by those positions requiring considerable skill and background in operating a variety of complex equipment.

Pay: $48.13 per hour

ATTENTION If you listed Cabrini-Green on your Housing Choice Survey as a place you would like to live or are listed on the Cabrini-Green Consent Decree Lottery List, please read the information listed below.

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

The Draft TSP, Lease, and other documents that will apply to resident occupancy at Clybourn & Division Rental Development are available for review. Clybourn & Division Rental Development is a private affordable, rental housing development that will be located between Clybourn Ave, Division Street, and Scott Street in the Near North Side Community Area. Twenty-six (26) housing units within this development will be reserved for eligible Cabrini-Green Consent Decree families, 10/1/1999 public housing residents who have yet to satisfy their right of return under the Relocation Rights Contract, and eligible public housing applicants. During the 30-day comment period, the public can make comments on the Draft TSP, Lease and other documents related to resident occupancy.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL No. 3256

The public comment period for the Draft TSP and Lease for Clybourn & Division will run from August 19 – September 18, 2015.

Applications can be submitted online only at www.mwrd.org.

Additional information may be found at www.mwrd.org or call 312-751-5100.

Mailed, Emailed, Hand delivered or Faxed Applications Will Not Be Accepted.

Resumes Will Not Be Accepted In Place of Application Forms.

An Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D

MOBILITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM STARTUP AND ADMINISTRATION FOR UP TO 68 MONTHS The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) invites you to submit a proposal in response to this RFP. The RTA has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR Part 26, applicable to all its contracts regardless of funding source. The RTA strongly encourages vendors to make good faith efforts to utilize DBEs as subconsultants, subcontractors, suppliers or joint venture partners on this project. A listing of certified DBEs providing relevant services or commodities can be accessed at the Illinois Department of Transportation website www.dot.state.il.us/ucp/html

The public comment hearing is as follows: Date: Location:

Time:

Wednesday, September 2, 2015 Chicago Police Department – 18th District 1160 N. Larrabee St. Chicago, IL 60610 6:00 pm

All comments must be received by 5:00 p.m. on September 18, 2015. Copies of the Draft TSP and Lease for Clybourn & Division Rental Development are available until September 18, 2015 (5 p.m.) at the following locations: • CHA and HCV Administrative Offices

60 E. Van Buren St.

• Central Advisory Council Office

243 E. 32nd St.

A Pre-Proposal conference is scheduled for August 27, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the RTA headquarters located at 175 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1650, Chicago, IL 60604.

• HCV Regional Office – South

10 W. 35th St.

Questions are due on September 4, 2015, no later than 5:00 p.m., and can be e-mailed to Maria Biszewski at biszewskim@rtachicago.org.

• HCV Regional Office – West

2750 W. Roosevelt Rd.

• www.thecha.org

One original copy and one CD or DVD containing your complete proposal must be submitted to the RTA no later than 3:30 p.m., local time, on October 2, 2015.

Proposals submitted after the designated date and time will be rejected.

The Request for Proposal is available at the offices of RTA, located at 175 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1650, Chicago, Illinois 60604-2705, or can be downloaded from the RTA website at www.rtachicago.com.

LEGAL NOTICE

Mail comments to: Chicago Housing Authority Attention: Draft TSP and Lease Clybourn & Division

Rental Development

60 E. Van Buren Street, 12th Floor

Chicago, IL 60605 E-mail comments to: commentontheplan@thecha.org Fax comments to: (312) 913-7837 Subject (email & fax): Draft TSP and Lease Clybourn & Division

Rental Development If you have a question about this notice, please call the CHA at (312) 913-7300.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please call 312.913.7690.

TTY 866.331.3603

Sealed proposals, endorsed as below, will be deposited in the sealed bid depository located in the lobby of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Administration Building, 100 East Erie Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, from the date of the Invitation to Bid, up to 11:00 A.M. on the bid opening date, and will be opened publicly by the Director of Procurement and Materials Management or her designee at 11:00 A.M. on the stated bid opening date below for: CONTRACT 15-655-11 MANHOLE AND INFRASTRUCTURE REPAIRS Estimated Cost:

$625,000.00

Mandatory Technical Pre-Bid Conference: and Site Walkthrough

Bid Opening:

Bid Deposit:

$31,000.00

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 10:00 a.m. Central Standard Time Office Building #185, Conference Room #A266 Stickney Water Reclamation Plant 6001 West Pershing Avenue Cicero, Illinois 60650

September 15, 2015

Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D, Appendix C, and the Multi-Project Labor Agreement are required on this Contract.

CONTRACT 15-901-21 FURNISH, DELIVER AND INSTALL FOUR SACRIFICIAL DEEP ANODE GROUND BEDS FOR THE CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEM LOCATED AT THE MAINSTREAM PUMPING STATION Estimated Cost:

$460,000.00

Mandatory Technical Pre-Bid Conference:

Bid Opening:

Bid Deposit:

$23,000.00

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 10:30 a.m. Central Standard Time Mainstream Pumping Station 6100 S River Road Hodgkins, Illinois 60525

September 15, 2015

Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D, Appendix C, and the Multi-Project Labor Agreement are required on this Contract. ******************************************************************************************** The above is an abbreviated version of the Notice- Invitation to Bid. A full version which includes a brief description of the project and/or service can be found on the District’s website, www.mwrd.org; Click the Contracts and Proposal quick link on the District’s Home page. Go to Contracts Currently Being Advertised and click for further information.

Specifications, proposal forms and/or plans may be obtained from the Department of Procurement & Materials Management, Room 508, 100 East Erie Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, Monday - Friday, between 8:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Documents, unless stated above to the contrary, will be mailed in response to a fax request (#312/751-3042). The vendor may also download specifications, proposal forms and/or plans online from the District’s website, www.mwrd.org. No fee is required for the contract documents unless stated above.

All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-et.seq.), where it is stated in the Invitation to Bid Page.

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals if deemed in the public’s best interest.

Scattered Sites Waitlist Openings Chicago Housing Authority is accepting applications for apartments in the following community areas ONLY: •Douglas and East Side: 3 and 4 bedroom • Oakland: 1 and 3 bedroom

Chicago, Illinois August 19, 2015

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

By Darlene A. LoCascio Director of Procurement and Materials Management

• Fuller Park and New City: 2 and 3 bedroom • Kenwood: 2, 3, and 4 bedroom

• Calumet Heights, Pullman, and South Deering: 2 bedroom • South Chicago: 3 bedroom

Applicants MUST live in the community area. Proof of residency MUST be provided at the time of application and at apartment screening.

An electronic lottery will determine applicants’ ranking on the waiting list. While no minimum income is required, maximum income restrictions apply.

Accessible ADA units are available.

Registration is held: 4100 S. King Drive Ave. Phone (773) 324-6305 August 24, 2015 – September 19, 2015 Monday – Friday (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

Saturday, August 29, 2015 & Saturday, September 12, 2015 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

Please note:

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION EVERBANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO EVERHOME MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.MARILYN SMITH AKA MARILYN WILLIAMS, OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC AS S/I/I TO HOMEQ SERVICING CORP, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 5374 3405 WEST 84TH PLACE Chicago, IL 60652 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 14, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 18, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE WEST 2/3 OF LOT 2 AND EAST 2/3 OF LOT 3 IN BLOCK 14 IN MITCHELL ADDITION TO CLARKDALE, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13. EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 3405 WEST 84TH PLACE, Chicago, IL 60652 Property Index No. 19-35-413-058-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $120,995.80.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14020335.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14020335 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 5374 TJSC#: 35-10187 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION COMMUNITY INITIATIVES, INC., AND TBI URBAN HOLDINGS, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- 59TH STREET INVESTMENTS, LLC, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 16647 5850-54 SOUTH CAMPBELL/2502 WEST 59TH ST. Chicago, IL 60629 RECEIVER’S LIEN NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 13, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 16 AND 17 IN BLOCK 6 IN COBE AND MCKINNON’S 59TH STREET AND WESTERN AVENUE SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 AND THE NORTHEAST 1/4 AND THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5850-54 SOUTH CAMPBELL/2502 WEST 59TH ST., Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-13-225-038-0000, 19-13225-039-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-unit residence.

The judgment amount was $74,700.33.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 144200-225.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste.950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 14-4200-225 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 14 CH 16647 TJSC#: 35-10367 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JACQUELINE O BREWINGTON Defendants 14 CH 17102 8024 S LAFAYETTE Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 27, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 1, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot 9 in Block 6 in Mcintosh Brothers State Street Addition to Chicago in the East 1/2 of Section 33, Township 38 North, Range 14 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 8024 S LAFAYETTE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20332140220000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $67,479.02.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 14IL00497-1.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 Attorney File No. 14IL00497-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 14 CH 17102 TJSC#: 35-11102 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-2, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-2 Plaintiff, -v.RUBEN ESPINOSA, ELIZABETH CAMPOS, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC, AS NOMINEE FOR FREMONT INVESTMENT & LOAN Defendants 12 CH 11525 3548 W. 66TH STREET Chicago, IL 60629 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 30, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 1, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 73 IN BLOCK 12 IN JOHN F. EBERHART’S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 3548 W. 66TH STREET, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-23-220-024-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $206,525.63.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C1497006.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-97006 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 12 CH 11525 TJSC#: 35-9876 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION COMMUNITY INITIATIVES, INC., Plaintiff, -v.- CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UNDER A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 3, 2006 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 8002345838, URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 04366 1445-47 E. 67TH PL. Chicago, IL 60637 RECEIVER’S LIEN NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 14, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1445-47 E. 67TH PL., Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-23-404-009-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-unit residence.

The judgment amount was $13,862.44.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 154200-240.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste.950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 15-4200-240 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 15 CH 04366 TJSC#: 35-10362 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PP CHICAGO 4, LLC, SUCCESSOR BY ASSIGNMENT FROM BANCO POPULAR NORTH AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL MARTINEZ, GABRIEL MARTINEZ, THE CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 06578 1629 S. THROOP Chicago, IL 60608 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 4, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 10, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 85 IN BLOCK 1 IN CLAFLIN’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 1 OF JOHNSTON AND LEE’S SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1629 S. THROOP, Chicago, IL 60608 Property Index No. 17-20-306-009-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $185,706.22.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact OWEN P. QUINN, MCDONALD HOPKINS LLC, 300 NORTH LASALLE STREET, SUITE 2100, Chicago, IL 60654, (312) 280-0111 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

MCDONALD HOPKINS LLC 300 NORTH LASALLE STREET, SUITE 2100 Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 280-0111 Case Number: 15 CH 06578 TJSC#: 35-11480 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LIBERTY HOME EQUITY SOLUTIONS, INC., FORMERLY KNOWN AS GENWORTH FINANCIAL HOME EQUITY ACCESS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MARY MCGOWAN, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 1572 6324 S. PAULINA STREET Chicago, IL 60636 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 4, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 8, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot 42 in Block 3 in Drexel Park, a subdivision of the East 1/4 of the North 1/2 of Section 19, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 6324 S. PAULINA STREET, Chicago, IL 60636 Property Index No. 20-19-205-029-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $177,205.26.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 14IL00666-1.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 Attorney File No. 14IL00666-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 1572 TJSC#: 35-11017 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-13CB, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-13CB Plaintiff, -v.YOLANDA VILLANUEVA Defendants 14 CH 17791 3228 SOUTH SPRINGFIELD AVENUE Chicago, IL 60623 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 1, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 2, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3228 SOUTH SPRINGFIELD AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-35-109-029-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $220,153.61.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only Please refer to file number 14-071402.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Attorney File No. 14-071402 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 14 CH 17791 TJSC#: 35-9880 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION SEAWAY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, F/K/A SEAWAY NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.ALLYSON SMITH, A/K/A ALLYSON R. SMITH, ROSSYE SMITH, A/K/A ROSSYE L. SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 01319 11026 SOUTH HALSTED ST. Chicago, IL 60628 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 18, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 21, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11026 SOUTH HALSTED ST., Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-17-423-033-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $115,546.39.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: BROTHERS AND THOMPSON, TWO PRUDENTIAL PLAZA, 180 N. STETSON AVE., SUITE 4425, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 372-2909 FAX: (312) 262-7398 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

BROTHERS AND THOMPSON TWO PRUDENTIAL PLAZA, 180 N. STETSON AVE., SUITE 4425 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 372-2909 Attorney Code. 35496 Case Number: 14 CH 01319 TJSC#: 35-9446 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOISCOUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.JACQUELINE MOORE A/K/A JACQUELINE C MOORE Defendants 12 CH 28786 4731 W. 83rd St. Chicago, IL 60652 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 19, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 17, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4731 W. 83rd St., Chicago, IL 60652 Property Index No. 19-34-321-003-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $151,888.34.

Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 28786 TJSC#: 35-11204 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

F13100391 Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NA; Plaintiff, vs.

EDWIN ALVAREZ; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK FKA WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 24367 Calendar 61 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, September 14, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3545 West 75th Place, Chicago, Illinois 60652.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 605631890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

F13100391 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-WL3 Plaintiff, -v.STEFAN HOWARD Defendants 14 CH 02981 2234 S. Hamlin Chicago, IL 60623 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 24, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2234 S. Hamlin, Chicago, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-26-103-045-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi unit building containing two to six apartments.

The judgment amount was $140,000.00.

Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee s attorney.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 14 CH 02981 TJSC#: 35-10032 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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F13010395 Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BANK OF AMERICA FUNDING CORPORATION 2007-1 Plaintiff, 13 CH 8544 vs.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LUIS CASTANEDA; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING, LLC; CITY OF CHICAGO; SANDRA CASTANEDA; RICHARD IRVINE SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF LUIS CASTANEDA; MARIA GUADALUPE CASTANEDA AKA GUADALUPE CASTANEDA AKA GUADALUPE G. CASTANEDA; JOSE LUIS CASTANEDA AKA JOSE L. CASTANEDA, JR.; MARIA DOLORES CASTANEDA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, Calendar 62 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3018 South Homan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60623.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession.

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 605631890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

F13010395 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

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Shareholders A partnership is are generally not liable formed by two or more for the debt of the s-corpersons. Their goal is poration. to carry on a trade or A limited liability combusiness by each mempany (LLC) is formed unber contributing money, property, labor, or skills. der state law by filing ArA partnership does not ticle of Organization as a pay income taxes. It in- LLC. By default LLC’s are stead, passes through treated as partnerships any profits or losses to or sole proprietorships its partners in propor- at the federal level untion to their ownership less they petition to be interest where they are treated as a corporation. included in their person- Members of the LLC are al tax returns. General generally shielded from partners are liable for the liabilities of the LLC. All but the sole propartnership debt. Limited partners are not per- prietor and the general sonally liable if in a pas- partnership can limit your personal assets to sive management role.

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