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By Mary L. Datcher Senior Staff Writer

In Chicago, along the Dan Ryan and Kennedy expressways, it is normal to be greeted by the homeless holding up signs for help. Many have turned the underbelly of I-94 into their makeshift homes. Upon closer examination, people holding signs can readily be assessed to be homeless, unemployed or drug dependent, but many suffer from the battles of mental illness. These are the obvious among us, but there are many among us; hidden in the workplaces and classrooms – independently functioning in the shadows of normalcy. In the last twenty years, we’ve witnessed victims of fatal shootings at schools in Columbine, Denver, Sandy Hook, Connecticut, Virginia State Tech and most recently Umpqua College in Roseburg, Oregon. In many of these cases, the alleged shooter, typically a young white male, is deemed to be suffering from some type of mental illness according to main stream media accounts. We often wonder what drives a person to commit such heinous acts of violence. Yet, whenever there is a murder or shooting committed in Chicago by Black or Hispanic men, it is almost never linked to mental illness, no matter the circumstances. As the Cook County Jail population exploded, it seemed to include more cases that involved individuals that suffered from some form of mental illness. Mental Illness - It is often a topic that has

Mental Healthcare: Blacks Should Not Feel

SHAME been avoided in Black households for generations: whether out of embarrassment, lack of financial assistance, proper healthcare or shame—it has become a slow and silent killer in our community. What’s in the dark must now come into the light. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), one in every five adults in the U.S. experiences a mental health condition and one in every five children ages 13-18 have or will experience the same. However, within the Black community the numbers concern 18.6% of Black Americans compared to 19.3% of White Americans dealing with a mental health condition according to a race study conducted in 2012. Six mental health care clinics closed in 2012 by the City of Chicago in predominately Black communities that included Auburn Gresham, Back of the Yards, Beverly/Morgan, Northtown/ Rogers Park, Northwest, and the Woodlawn

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neighborhoods. Therefore it’s no surprise to see the recent uptick in panhandling throughout the city. The state-run mental health facility, Tinley Park Mental Center, also suffered serious budget cuts when their hospital was closed in 2012 under Governor Pat Quinn without much warning, displacing patients with few alternative solutions. Lydia Healthcare located in Robbins, Illinois is a for-profit clinic that has felt the increase of patients as a result of budget cuts to the regional health care system. CEO, Susan Simonsen, has owned and operated the 412 bed clinic, which employs 160 staffers since her father purchased the building 25 years ago and housed mostly seniors at the time. Eventually it converted into a full-service mental rehabilitation clinic. See Mental Health, Page 7

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CHATHAM FIGHTS TO RESTORE ITS LEADERSHIP IN BUSINESS AND HARMONY Robert T. Starks

Defender Contributing Writer Writer Richard Lindberg in his 1997 book Ethnic Chicago, describes the Chatham community as “a quiet, tree-lined ‘suburb within the city,’ is bounded by the Dan Ryan Expressway to the immediate west and Cottage Grove Avenue on the east. This bungalow-belt neighborhood was once an ethnic melting pot of Swedes, Irish, and Germans. Now it is almost

entirely Black and the home of developer and writer Dempsey Travis [now deceased], former Illinois Comptroller Roland Burris, and many other leaders from the Black professional class.” Chatham is Community Area 44, some 10 miles from the Loop, conveniently accessible via major transportation arteries and public transportation. Since the 1950s, it has been home to some of the most successful Blacks in the city. Indeed, Chatham was hailed

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as one of the most solidly middle class Black communities in America. It was not only a beautiful residential community of majority homeowners, but also the neighborhood that contained some of America’s most successful and nationally recognized Black businesses. Among these businesses were Johnson Products, Soft Sheen, Travis Realty, Seaway National Bank, Independence National Bank, Illinois Service Federal Savings and Loan. Thus, within one Chicago neighborhood, Black Enterprise Magazine in the 1980s could list some of the top Black financial and manufacturing institutions in the nation. Real Estate Developer and historian Dempsey Travis often described Chatham as the “jewel of the Southeast Side of the city.” Chatham began as a suburb of the city in the 1860s along the Illinois Central Railroad tracks and was eventually annexed in 1889, it was primarily occupied by Hungarians, Irish and Italians. By 1940, the population had swelled to more than 37,000 and included a large Jewish population. It was not until the 1950s that Blacks began to move into the community. While Black movement into most Chicago white communities was marked by strife and violence, Chatham experienced a comparatively smooth transition. Churches and civic organizations in the community facilitated an atmosphere of relative calm while there was rapid white flight elsewhere. In 1930, the total population was 36,228 with only 10 Blacks. By 1960 out of a total population of 41,962, 26,756 or 64 percent were Black. The 1990 population was 36,779 with only 363 whites and 36,307 Blacks or 99 percent. By 2000, the population had increased to 37,275 with a smaller white population and Blacks at 98 percent. However, by 2013 according to Chicago, IL. Demographics, Chatham had a population of 32,973 with 98 percent Black, median age of 38.9 and a population density of 10,860 per sq. mile which is less than Chicago’s average density of almost 12,000 per sq. mile in other parts of the city. In 2013, Chatham had according to City-Data.com, a median household income of $34,915 with an average household size of 2.4 persons. In 2010, the average estimated value of a single family homes was $165,000. Thus, Chatham still holds on to its status as a major Black middle class community. However, by 2000, many of those nationally recognized businesses and Black professionals had left. While many pundits have speculated as to the reasons for the decline in its reign as one of the most dominate Black communities in Black America, most residents overwhelmingly agree that the increase in crime since the

1990s is a major factor, as well as the flight of younger professionals to the suburbs and other more affluent neighborhoods in the city. While Chicago with 59,000 is second only to New York’s 155,000 in the number of Black owned businesses, “it’s still like being the tallest short person in the room,” says Steven Rogers of the Harvard School of Business. Many of those 59,000 businesses in the city are now smaller than the giants that commanded national attention in the 70s and 80s like Johnson Products, Soft Sheen, and Independence Bank all located in Chatham. These businesses have all been sold to white owned corporations. Experts like Professor Rogers have attributed much of this disparity to the changes in the corporate finance system. The decline in the number of Black banks and lending institutions, can be attributed to the inability to secure the finances necessary to grow existing businesses and to secure funds for startups from white lending institutions. This has become even more severe in the wake of the 20082009 national economic meltdown. “The recent economic crash also cannot be overlooked. Anecdotal evidence suggests that Chicago’s Black business community has taken an even greater blow than white-owned businesses. Before the recession, Chicago had 17 banks either owned by minorities or focused on lending to minorities. Six failed. And as banks have failed and credit has tightened, minority entrepreneurs have found working capital harder to come by,” says Crain’s Chicago. Chatham’s loss in this regard is especially great if you count the Black owned construction companies. At the height of the 70s and 80s, three Black owned construction companies were located in Chatham. None of them have survived. William Garth, Sr., CEO and Publisher of the Citizen Newspaper and Chairman of the Chatham Business Association points to the number of second and third generation Black college educated young people “who have relocated in Atlanta, Houston and other southern cities where they have better job opportunities than in Chicago. Further, many of them have moved to the suburbs, especially the south suburbs. Chatham suffers from that movement.” At the same time Mr. Garth is quick to remind us that Chatham is now attracting white residents who have found that they can buy excellent homes at bargain rate prices compared to the costs of comparable housing on the north side of the city. Residents ultimately point to the rise in crime as a reason for the decline in the neighborhood. Many attribute

some of it to the economic downturn combined with the razing of the high rise public housing and the movement of many of those residents into Chatham and surrounding neighborhoods. “A prominent example of the change in the community is the present condition of Cole Park which is across the street from my house. I have served on the Cole Park Advisory Council for many years and we have watched the park move from one of the most peaceful family centered parks in the city to now a hangout for roaming groups of young people who are not in school and/or jobless. It is difficult to persuade the young residents to participate on the park Advisory Council and get them involved, in the meantime, the neighborhood crime is increasing,” says Thomas E. Wortham, a former policeman whose son Thomas the IV was killed in the driveway of his home in 2010. From August 24th to September 23rd of this year, there were 54 violent crimes, 144 property crimes and 83 Quality-of-Life crimes in Chatham. Amongst the 54 reports of violent crimes were 21 robberies, 15 batteries, 13 assaults, 3 homicides, and 3 sexual assaults. Property Crimes included 101 thefts, 31 burglaries, 8 motor vehicle thefts, and 4 arsons. Residents are especially concerned about the rise in the reports of Quality-of-Life crimes that include 40 narcotics arrests, 38 criminal damages and 5 prostitution. This represents a 20 percent increase from last year. “Chatham ranks 14th (tied) among Chicago’s 77 community areas for violent crime reports in the time period,” reports CRIME IN CHICAGOLAND. In response to this myriad of problems, 43 years ago Chatham business owners formed the Chatham Business Association (CBA). CBA located at 800 East 78th Street is chaired by William Garth and focused on Small Business Development, Microlending (access to capital), IT Ambassadors to connect business owners with the access to technology and marketing, CBA Juniors to involve youth in the policy making process and expose them to youth development. Ms. Melinda Kelly, Executive Director of CBA says that the major purpose of the institution is to “move the Chatham community into the 21st Century as a healthy, prosperous and unified community with strong businesses.” She is joined in this effort by Veranda Dickens, Chairman of Seaway National Bank, Mr. Joseph Caldwell, Tailorite Cleaners, and others who are working in cooperation to realize this dream. Black Chicago is betting on the success of the turnaround of Chatham because the revival of Chatham will lead the way to the revival of the Black business community as a whole in the city. www.chicagodefender.com

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Robert S. Abbott (Founder) 1905 – 1940 John H. Sengstacke (Publisher) 1940 – 1983 Frederick D. Sengstacke (Publisher) 1983 – 2000

away with it. Sure she walked away from CPS a month or so before her contract was up for renewal. Did she think she’d get away with it? And if she did, how stupid is she?

E NOTES By Kai EL’Zabar

Defender Executive Editor

What A Disappointment It was a sad day in Chicago for Black folks when the news came down that Barbara Byrd-Bennett, the former CEO of Chicago Public Schools plans to plead guilty to corruption charges announced last Thursday. Mouths dropped and those of us who were holding on to the last bastion of hope, cried “say it ain’t so.” The long-awaited indictment comes six months after CPS revealed the federal probe by divulging it had received grand jury subpoenas seeking an array of documents on the SUPES contract. Soon after, Byrd-Bennett took a paid leave of absence and then resigned in May. What makes this so terrible is that she did what she did at the expense of our children’s education. And further, the handling was so careless and reckless at best. I will say this, I’m in agreement with Mayor Emanuel who said, he was “both disappointed and saddened by the details around the charges. I think when people serve the public, they should uphold the trust the public puts in them. At least based on the details around the charges, that wasn’t the case here.” What makes me even more angry is that when first approached by the investigators Ms. Byrd-Bennett acted as if she assumed that she’d get

Gary Solomon, her boss at SUPES used his power of persuasion with the Emanuel administration to help get Byrd-Bennett hired into Chicago’s top educational position. Shortly after, he sent an email allegedly laying out the rollout of what amounted to a multi-million dollar bribery scheme. Who in their right mind does that? Anyone with any sort of technical sense or savvy knows that all emails can be traced—that most likely your company has spyware that can check your hard drive at any point. So why would anyone correspond via their work/professional email accounts? Do these people not believe that fat meat is greasy? Or are we to believe that they are so arrogant as to think that they would never be caught? For goodness sake, they set up a scheme that would raise a red flag. Byrd-Bennett headed a CPS committee set up to evaluate no-bid contracts. They initially balked at awarding SUPES, her ex employer, a noncompetitive deal, but less than a month later approved the plan. They presented a contract which involved a training program for principals and other mid-level administrators that greatly expanded a pilot program from 2011. A short time later, in October 2012, the board awarded the first $2 million contract to SUPES, records show. Red flag, red flag, red flag! Gary Solomon, the owner of SUPES Academy and a consultant with long ties to the Emanuel administration, assured Byrd-Bennett that trust accounts had been set up in the names of two of her young relatives in December 2012. Each of the two accounts would be funded with tens of thousands of dollars, federal prosecutors alleged. The cash would be Bryd-Bennett’s once

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she stepped down from her public post and rejoined his firm.

you will be the highest paid person on the planet for that day.”

So it had to have been their plan all along before she was hired by CPS. We have to assume that, because, Solomon lobbied on Byrd-Bennett’s behalf, who was the lead trainer at SUPES at the time she was hired as chief education officer in April 2012. And only two months later Solomon sent his first email to Byrd-Bennett (now reduced to BB as she will be referred to here on) citing the plan.

The secret bonus was just one part of a massive scheme outlined in a criminal indictment Thursday charging BB, 66, with steering nobid contracts worth more than $23 million to SUPES in return for promises of up to $2.3 million in kickbacks, other perks and a job.

“It is our assumption that the distribution will serve as a signing bonus upon your return to SUPES,” Solomon wrote, according to prosecutors. “If you only join for the day,

Solomon, 47, and co-owner Thomas Vranas, 34, also were criminally charged in the 23-count indictment, as was SUPES, their Wilmette-based business, and Synesi Associates, another education consulting company the two ran. At a news conference outlining the indictment Thursday afternoon,

U.S. Attorney Zachary Fardon revealed that BB is cooperating with investigators and plans to plead guilty to the charges and testify if necessary. What more is there to reveal? Is it possible that the CPS committee that granted the contract is party to the scheme as well? Will others be indicted soon? I am so annoyed with BB for her stupidity, lax in judgment and her lack of regard for the children whom she failed. So I must agree with Fardon who referred to the motive in the case as flat-out “greed,” calling BB, “a public official who compromised her integrity … by looking to line her own pockets.”

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Being a solid presence in the South Suburbs for many years, Ms. Simeonsen states that, “With the closings of the mental health agencies, family members are starting to bring family members to the emergency room, which will stop soon because we are working with Managed Care. Managed Care providers are telling us that we need to keep people out of the hospital and have them stabilized here. I’m fine with that but if they are in a crisis, I can’t have them here because we’re not a ‘crisis stabilization’ facility. I can have a crisis unit but it costs more money than the State is paying us. So, it’s always a vicious cycle.” Since, the facility is not controlled by the State or County administrators, they often accept what they prefer to call ‘consumers’ not ‘patients’ without the pressure of payment. Often they receive people that have either gone off of their medication(s) and require stabilization to be restored to functionality. Also there are cases where family members have been hurt in some way and seek the clinic as a last resort. The stigma that this carries with some African American families when a loved one is suffering from mental instability – depression, bipolar syndrome, or schizophrenia is either ignoring the behavior or replacing it with a faith base remedy. Further, often the mentally ill, seek means outside of medical help and fall into drugs, alcohol and deviant behavior oftentimes appearing as an individual who is wild, when all the while their behavior is manic or schizoid. Their indulgence is an attempt to bring them balance. Being aware of what mental illness symptoms look like is key in being able to seek help for yourself or loved ones. Ronald Robinson, Community Relations Director at Lydia Mental Healthcare is also a parent whose son suffered a brain injury in an automobile accident, noticed an immediate change in his mental stability. Robinson said, “My son bounced around from five different facilities. Everyone in my family said, ‘Bring that boy home, he’ll be alright. We can pray over him, he’s not crazy.’ He came here to Lydia for six months but now he’s living independently. He will always have challenges but he’s still here and able to take care of himself.” Praying away the illness is what some of us heard was the remedy for those with mental issues when growing up. Because of the stigmas that were associated with mental illness—touched, a little slower than others, knocking out the demons Blacks deny it when they recognize the behavior. The unfamiliarity of how to cope can put further pressure on those without knowledge and proper education of helping friends and loved ones. In many cases, as seen by the Cook County justice system it’s often too late to prevent a crime by a person experiencing mental instability until they are incarcerated. According to Cook County Sheriff, Tom Dart – the county jail is the largest mental health facility in the country with 30 percent occupancy held by inmates that are in need of mental health treatment. Bukky Mitchell, an Admissions Director for Lydia Healthcare, who worked with his office in the past and is currently working to assist with the mentally ill population, states, “There are so many people that are far gone mentally that when you are sitting with inmates for a short period, you know something is not quite right. By the time we are called, inmates are high risk,” Mitchell said. “In the State of Illinois if a person is rated www.chicagodefender.com

‘high risk’, we are required to provide a private room. If we don’t have any available, guess where they end up? Back on the streets or in the jails again.” In 2015, Health & Disability Advocates (HDA) conducted a review of the Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) which was completed by Chicago hospitals required by the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act (ACA). In parts of the review, socio-economic factors contributed to making treatment options less available to African Americans. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of 2012, 19% of African Americans have no form of health insurance. Although, the Affordable Care Act is making it easier and more affordable to get insured, most clinics still rely on Medicaid to cover low-income patient’s expenses. Also in the report were some concerns by the State’s review of Chicago’s Department of Public Health’s performance on submitting payment claims which are required to be submitted to IDHD in order to be reimbursed for services rendered. In 2013, Chicago’s score on submissions to be reimbursed decreased to 52 percent, and from May 2014 to May 2015, it dropped to a dismal 26 percent. The states requirement is that providers maintain a 70 percent billing submission rate and when it falls below 50 percent, there is a suspension of Medicaid payments. In order to be reinstated, a Plan of Correction is required and must be supported by either another on-site review or desk audit that demonstrates improvements are occurring according to the HDA review. This can also mean CDPH’s mental health clients are not receiving the standard and necessary care and that staffing may not be adequately paid thereby jeopardizing the overall quality standards that providers are required to have when joining these health care systems. When the City closed six mental health centers in mid2012, it simultaneously awarded $500,000 in funding to seven agency partners to increase community capacity for psychiatry services for uninsured persons. The funded agencies are: Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4), Human Resources Development Institute (HRDI), Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), Metropolitan Family Services, Mt. Sinai Hospital, Pilsen Wellness Center and Thresholds. An eighth partner, Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, was also funded when an additional $500,000 was awarded in 2013, and again in 2014. Upon review of the City of Chicago 2015 Budget proposal, there is an effort to expand the school-based health centers that serve Chicago students – 13 centers out of the 30 SBHC centers. We reached out to Mayor Emanuel’s office as to how many of these health centers are located in predominately African American communities and will they include mental health services for people? Budget spokesperson, Molly Poppe said, “By 2019, the City plans to open five more school-based health centers through strategic investments of e-cigarette tax revenue and TIF funds. Each new center will provide comprehensive primary care and mental health services,” Poppe said, “The location of the new school-based health centers have not yet been identified, but the City will choose locations in low-income communities that are medically underserved as defined by census data and other federal data.” As the State budget stalemate continues to stretch the needs in underserved communities gripped with this silent and gradual killer in the African American community, advocates such as a NAMI is providing necessary education to the community. The statistics provided showed that 10.3% of Black females and 6.6% of Black males will use Mental Health services compared to 21.5% White Females and 11.3% White Males with even a lower number of Hispanic females 9.2% and Hispanic males 5.5%. So, while more people have signed up under the Affordable Healthcare Act and others qualify for Medicaid assistance—the challenge in the African American community is recognizing the need for mental health treatment. Part of the problem is the cultural disconnection among African Americans refusing treatment due to a lack of African American mental health professionals. Only 3.7% of members in the American Psychiatric Association and

1.5% of members in the American Psychological Association are African American. What will it take before we pay close attention to the behaviors of those close to us that raise red flags? And, why is it considered ‘normal’ to occasionally ‘snap off’ on a girlfriend, boyfriend, family member or through social media when the lines of venting or letting off steam is acceptable in our society? When are the lines crossed and how do we properly identify what is acceptable and what is a cry for help? In society, where unruliness in the classroom can lead to either immediate discipline or childhood

medication—critics believe there is still a cultural and educational disconnect in our Black community. Regardless, assistance beyond the home, school and church in receiving professional care is vital to make the correct psychiatric analysis for those living with mental health challenges. It is not ‘their’ problem, it is ‘our’ problem. The stigma of therapy being a ‘rich’ and White problem or economic burden is not the case with community base centers there to assist. Our community must take the necessary steps to acknowledge the problem, seek help and accept and work with the outcome, which in the end can save a life.

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Ah! For Love of A Brown Prince An interview with Lawrence Brownlee Candace Hunter

Defender Contributing Writer This past week, Lyric Opera of Chicago opened Gioachino Rossini’s Cinderella (La Cenerentola). There are many surprises in store for the

viewer, and one, for a Black gal from the Southside of Chicago, was the wonderful surprise of a Black Prince! Bel Canto Tenor, Lawrence Brownlee performs the part of Don Ramiro, aka, the Prince.

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In high school, Brownlee was in Orchestra, the Show Choir and Madrigals. Classical music was coming for him. He attended Anderson University in Indiana for undergraduate school. Thinking past that graduation date, he set his sights on performance as a life choice. There were only three schools that he was interested in attending, the last being the world famous Juilliard. Upon not receiving an audition slot at any of the three, he began to look at his other option, Law. Just as he was about to make that decision to move away from performance, he received an audition slot for

Indiana University. He took it, he got in and the rest is history. Well, not quite. His preparation in undergrad with classical music was deficient in languages. To become an opera singer, one must have Italian, German, and French, and so, another year was tacked on to his studies. Blessings. While at IU, he pledged Kappa Alpha Psi, and dug his heels into his training in a program that is known for sinking or swimming. Brownlee swam! Because of the size of the Performance hall at IU – which rivals many Tier One opera houses, he got to perform often and honed the skill set which is much sought after today. Brownlee’s voice is known for its ease, its high lined tone, his ease in singing those notes that can easily sound shrill. His mother must have laced his throat with honey! It is this tone that made way for the role of the Prince. Brownlee was happy to join this production because it was like rejoining a family. Dandini (Vito Priante), plays the valet to the Prince. They exchange roles and are very much like Simi and the Eddie Murphy Prince in “Coming to America.” They created some of their most comedic moments between them. Something

that only happens with trust and history between performers. Asked if the Prince is his favorite role, “Well, probably, the Barber of Seville. I have performed it in Tokyo, Milan, Vienna, Berlin. My first contract for Barber was at La Scala. Upon hearing that I had been signed, Virginia Opera pulled me in quickly to perform the role. So, I really had two debuts, one, La Scala, because the contract was signed with them first, and two, at Virginia, where I performed it first.” “The Barber of Seville pays my bills” was delivered with a lovely, sly smile. Brownlee is the father of a two small children, so paying the bills is important! Earlier this year, Brownlee took on the role of a modern giant, Charlie Parker, in the opera, Yardbird at the Philadelphia Opera House. The role was written for him and his voice. Asked if we might see this piece here in Chicago. Silence. A smile. I am smiling, waiting, for the next time that I might get the chance to hear Lawrence Brownlee on stage. You, however, don’t have to wait. Cinderella runs through the end of October. www.chicagodefender.com

ARTS & CULTURE This tale of Cinderella reads as a in 1817! The opera was based off of very modern piece. A piece that tells the original tale of Cinderella penned you that there has to be more to love by Perreault in 1697. than money and power. A piece that This new to Chicago production of gives the heroine true humanity, if not Cinderella is worthy of your ears and wealth. A piece that tells a girl that eyes. Tenor Lawrence Brownlee as the while dreams are fine, there probably Prince, the beauty and effortless voice won’t be a Prince to rescue you. You of Isabel Leonard as Cinderella, and have to rescue you. But it is not mod- the wigs of Sarah Hatten(!), make for ern at all. Gioachino Rossini created a joyous, funny and memorable night the opera La Cenerentola (Cinderella)T:4” of opera.

Rossini’s Cinderella Candace Hunter

Defender Contributing Writer There is always such an anticipation when one sits down in one of America’s grand opera houses. Chicago is blessed to be home to one of the most beautiful opera houses, the Lyric Opera. The offering this afternoon, was the opening of Cinderella. I thought what a wonderful opera to bring my daughter to, to introduce her to my love of the opera experience. We started by walking midway down to the mezzanine and exploring the costumes and costume sketches for the show. She remarked on the “magic” of moving from these simple sketches to the beautifully made ball gowns before us. Upstairs, we took our seats, staring up at the magnificent ceiling and walls of the Lyric Opera House. Lyric Opera of Chicago purchased the 1929 Civic Opera House in 1993. Maintaining the sumptuous beauty and renovating the house to ensure a state-of-the-art facility well into the upcoming century was the doing of the Lyric. The house is the second oldest opera house in the nation and the second largest – just a few seats smaller than the Met in New York. The lights dimmed. The shimmer of light in front of us. From where we www.chicagodefender.com

sat, we could see the tip of the baton of the conductor, Sir Andrew Davis. The overture began, and as I glanced at the face of my daughter, I knew that we were to be in for a lovely afternoon. But wait, what? The opera began, we met the two horrible sisters and Cinderella. We quickly met the Stepfather of Cinderella. Yes! Stepfather. We looked at one another and quickly realized that this was not to be the Cinderella we knew. Yes, she was sweeping, yes, she was in tattered clothes and her sisters were swathed in every garish color of the rainbow, yes, there were mice as her only friends. But a stepfather? This was clearly not to be the Disney Cinderella that we all grew up with. Something seemed so new, so modern, the start of a tale of today. The next thing that hinted at a distinct change from the Cinderella that we’ve all known was the introduction of the Prince. Our Prince appeared, but in disguise. He appeared dressed as his valet, Dandini. A working man. He is in search of his future Princess. But he desires a future Princess who might actually want him for himself and not for his wealth and power. He meets the querulous two sisters and then

Cinderella. Eyes lock. They exchange furtive glances. You know the rest. They are smitten. The valet and the scrub girl. A match made.

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But the Prince is obligated to search the kingdom for the right match. A ball is scheduled. Yes, some things are as you remember. The sisters prepare. The father dreams of great position and wealth. He has squandered the inheritance due Cinderella by her deceased mother. Marrying off one of the sisters is the only way to save face. Much comedy ensues, Cinderella is given the ability to attend the ball by Alidoro, the Court’s Wiseman. Alidoro has some magical powers, but mostly wisdom, and has seen the inner beauty of Cinderella and tells her that this is God’s wish that she attends the ball. Right. No Fairy Godmother. So, the rest of the story you know. The Prince and the valet reveal their deception, the two young lovers know who they are to one another. All is right in Cinderella’s world. She even embraces her Stepfather and forgives her evil sisters for their bad behavior. The story is redeemed. The girl gets the Prince. The lights dim, the characters recede into the shadows, a spot comes up on Cinderella with her broom. Alone. A dream? A memory? A wish? She gives us an “it’s alright” smile and continues on with her life as she knows it. My daughter looked at me before the curtain came back up and said, “What just happened???”

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LOCAL NEWS

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1st Annual Ida B. Wells Book Fair Marion Hercyl

Defender Contributing Writer The National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum located in the Chicago National Park Service’s Pullman National Monument, will host the first Annual Ida B. Wells Book and Arts Fair October 17 & 18, 2015, from 12pm. – 4pm. The Book Fair is the dual celebration of Ida B. Wells’ work and the symbolic gesture of solidarity with the UK in recognition of Black History which they celebrate during the month of October. Some of Chicago’s finest authors will be present at the Book Fair: and will highlight the book Ida: In Her Own Words: The timeless writings of Ida B. Wells from 1893, Compiled and Edited by Michelle Duster her great-granddaughter. Lionel Kimble Jr. Ph.D., author and historian, Bernard C. Turner, and Michelle Duster, an accomplished author in her own right, will present and read from her two books that are compilations of Wells’ works which also includes. “Ida from Abroad The timeless writings of Ida B. Wells from England in 1894” David Peterson Jr., President of the Pullman Porter museum stated, “our continuing efforts to cultivate the international Tourism Development initiative along the south lakefront region from Bronzeville to Pullman; we recently discovered that black history in the UK is celebrated in October.” He continued, “Armed with that fact we decided that we would celebrate in solidarity with the UK and launch the first Annual Ida B. Wells Book and Art Fair, highlighting Wells’ writings. One might say there is no connection between the Pullman community and Ida B. Wells, why Pullman? However, stating so would be like saying because the Pullman Porters did not live in the Pullman community, there is no connection. Their employment with the Pullman Company, resulted in the creation of America’s first Black Labor union. A little known fact is, Wells provided strategic assistance to the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (AKA) Pullman Porters during their early organizing days in Chicago. That connection has been documented in at least two books, one of which is an Anthology of Respect: The Pullman Porter National Historic Registry, the preface was written by Lerone Bennett. 10 Oct. 14 - Oct. 20, 2015 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

“There is also a long standing connection between the Bronzeville community through the collaboration with Bronzeville visitor information Center and the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum and our cultivation of international tourism,” said Dr. Lyn Hughes the museum’s founder. “This is a fantastic example of cultural entities and individuals coming together in a social entrepreneurial effort. What better way to perpetuate our heritage than through books and the Arts,” she stated. On Sunday, October 18th, A New Deal for Bronzeville Housing, Employment, and Civil Rights in Black Chicago, 1935–1955 by Lionel Kimble Jr. Ph.D. will also be highlighted. He will discuss the Great Migration of the 1920s and 1930s, and how southern African Americans flocked to the South Side Chicago community of Bronzeville, the cultural, political, social, and economic hub of African American life in the city, and the Midwest. Kimble’s book demonstrates how these struggles, led to much of the civil rights activism that occurred from 1935 to 1955 in Chicago; and how this working-class activism and culture helped to ground the early civil rights movement. This event also has something for children too! On Saturday, October 17th, Tate and His Historic Dream (A children’s book) Bernard C. Turner and Michelle Duster will be featured.. The book gives children the opportunity to go on a journey with fourth grader, Tate, where he meets and interacts with 28 different historic people. Turner and Duster feel that “Learning history builds a sense of pride in who you are, where you came from and what you can achieve.” The authors meet and greet attendees and will be on hand to autograph their books. All of the books will be available for purchase. For more info call 773-850-8580 or visit http://pullmanportermuseum.com/special-events.html Vendors interested can call The Black Mall 773-357-6154. National A Phillip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum Ida B. Wells Book and Art Fair. October 17 12-4pm October 18 12-4 p, 10406 S, Maryland Avenue Chicago, IL www.chicagodefender.com

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Domestic Violence Affects Every Member of the Family Eleana Elan Defender Contributing Writer

vere physical violence by an intimate partner. Mothers trapped in abusive relationship often stay because they are bound to the abuser for immediate survival because he or she is the provider. They stay because they fear their lives and the care of their children. They are often isolated from family and friends and have no connection with the outside world. Their abuser has become their eyes and ears to the community. They continue the cycle because at that point it’s all they know. Most often the victims are forbidden any contact with anyone other than their abuser. Abusive partners use fear and intimidation to establish power and control over another person, including the threat or use of violence. The dependency is mostly psychological and the fear of the abuser is stronger than any physical restrains may have ever been. Most disturbing is that it affects families from all walks of life regardless of income, race or religion which impacts the safety and well-being of individuals and communities. Abusers are often mentally ill and in need of counseling as much as those they abuse. They can become extremely dangerous if their control over the abused is threatened in any way by anyone outside of themself. It doesn’t matter if it real or imagined, the abuser will retaliate and strike out at the abused for certain blaming them for the interest of their welfare from anyone. They may even go after the individual or individuals who have expressed or demonstrated interest in their abused partner, whether it be, the mother, brother, welfare authorities or police. This is just another reason the abused do not defy their abuser. Depending on their psychosis the abuser can be strategically dangerous or reactive. While most domestic violence does not end in homicide, too many lives are lost each year in Illinois when a domestic violence situation becomes fatal. Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence/ICADV, works diligently to end incidents of domestic violence-homicide. However, recent funding cuts and the State of Illinois’ inability to pay domestic violence service providers in a timely manner has had several negative impacts for survivors of domestic violence and their ability to seek safety for themselves and their children.

Domestic violence is best understood as a pattern of behaviors–including physical, sexual and psychological attacks as well as economic coercion—used by one person against another (adult or adolescent) to gain, maintain or regain power and control in the relationship. Batterers use of a range of tactics to frighten, terrorize, manipulate, hurt, humiliate, blame, often injure and sometimes kill a current or former intimate partner. Abusers controlling behavior’s purpose is meant to undermine the victim’s independence, make him or her feel bad about themselves, and get them to take the responsibility for whatever is wrong. Often there is a long period of controlling behavior that begins with dating relationships and is initially interpreted as love by both abuser and victim. These behaviors include: verbal messages of “star-crossed” love: “You’re the only one that understands me.”, “I can’t live without you.”, “I could never love anyone else.”, “We will take care of each other’s every need.” Examples of this would be: sexual jealousy that grows to extreme proportions very quickly, including obsessive focus on prior relationships or becoming extremely angry when prior relationships are even hinted about; accusing other men of looking at him/her or flirting with him/her; telling the victim what he/ she should wear, who they can talk to, and that the abuser’s opinion is always the right one; making scenes or being critical of the victim’s family and/or friends; doing things that sabotage the victim’s getting together with family/ friends; doing things that sabotage her employment like refusing to get a car repaired so she has transportation, going back on agreements to provide child care and/or other parenting obligations. Some authorities believe that when there is violence in the home, every member of the family is affected. The impact changes the way in which life is perceived and certainly ones expectation of love and relationships. Young girls growing up in an abusive household grow up to be women who follow the pattern of abuse they have witnessed. The sons often become the abuser. The learned behavior pattern continues sometimes for generations. Nearly 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men in the United States have suffered se12 Oct. 14 - Oct. 20, 2015 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

Cooks

Black America Donna Battle Pierce

Defender Contributing Writer Long before she taught me how to bake, I remember watching my grandmother puree fork-tender, sweet potatoes through a potato ricer, all the while thinking how lucky I was to be so close to the “world’s greatest cook.” Recently, when I noticed a similarly admiring gaze coming from my wide-eyed niece, a clear picture came to mind of the future: There she was, a grownup, confidently instructing yet another generation of cooks. This is the recipe my grandmother developed and described as Yam Pound Cake during her long ago October trip to visit her oldest daughter (my mom) and her daughter’s baby (me) after a bountiful Midwestern sweet potato harvest. My grandmother, a native of Mobile, Alabama on the Gulf Coast, fond of describing her culinary style as “South of the South,” first cooked the sweet potatoes “in their jackets” to prep the vegetables, often incorrectly referred to as yams, for this delectable dessert. No need to peel before halving them and placing them in the ricer before pressing out the puree. As my grandmother said, “sturdy ricers work miracles.” What is a ricer? They are equally available in “gourmet” cooking supply shops and second-hand

stores, You can substitute hand-held potato mashers or even puree potatoes in a food processor, but like my grandmother, I also count hand-held potato ricers among my top five “indispensable” cooking tools. Should you be in the market for this tool which makes mashed sweet potatoes and white potatoes light and lump free, select only those with “ricing” holes on the side as well as the bottom to produce evenly smooth long vegetable strings. (I’ve been very disappointed with results from ricers lacking side holes on the stainless cups.) When the occasion calls for quiet elegance, I prepare my grandmother’s cake the way she did back in Mobile, by lightly dusting a completely cooled cake with confectioners’ sugar shaken through a wire strainer. But on occasions when I’m in a “down-home” mood, I finish the cake with the glaze my friend, author Dori Sanders, recommended a decade ago when we were roommates at a food writer’s conference in Charleston. (Sanders is the author of two novels and the cookbook, “Dori Sanders Country Cooking,” (Algonquin Books, 1995.)

Sweet Potato Pound Cake 3 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon each: baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground: allspice, ginger, mace 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup vegetable shortening 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 2-3 large sweet potatoes, cooked, mashed, about 2 ½ cups Heat oven to 350 degrees. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, allspice, ginger and mace in a medium bowl: set aside. Beat the butter, shortening and sugars with a mixer on medium speed, beating until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the pureed sweet potatoes, beating until blended. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Set aside. Slowly add the reserved flour mixture to the creamed mixture, two to 3 tablespoons at a time, beating just until combined. Add the almond extract. Spoon batter into a large greased and floured 12-cup bundt pan; smooth the top. Holding both sides of the filled pan; lower firmly on a cutting board, stovetop or other resilient surface to even batter. Bake until the top browns into a rich golden color, cake begins to show signs of pulling away from the sides of the pan and an inserted knife comes out clean, about 55 minutes to 1

4 eggs, at room temperature 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract hour. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Use a dinner knife to gently loosen all of the cake from the sides of the pan. Invert on to a cooling rack to let cake slide out of the pan. Cool completely on the rack. Peach Glaze: If desired, mash 1/2 cup of drained peaches with the back of a fork in a small bowl; stir in 1 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1 teaspoon of almond extract and 2 tablespoons of cream (or milk, if desired) to reach the consistency of a glaze. Drizzle the mixture over the top of the cooled cake. Makes 12 servings. 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 2-3 large sweet potatoes, cooked, mashed, about 2 ½ cups 4 eggs, at room temperature 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract

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CONSUMER AFFAIRS ignore it for it contains important information such as your deadline to file an appeal at the bottom of the page. Typically, once a township is under reassessment, it can last for thirty days and you have to file an appeal within this time frame. You can file up to the last day even if you don’t have all the supporting information that you’ll need.

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Should the City Council approve the Mayor’s massive property tax increase on October 28, 2015, many Chicagoans will find themselves dealing with payment shock starting next year. The average home valued at above $250,000 will see an anticipated increase of $500, over time, added to their tax bill. For African American taxpayers that narrowly survived the financial crisis in 2008, and continues to this day for some, this could be the tipping point. www.chicagodefender.com

The appeals process is fairly simple and doesn’t necessarily require you to hire an attorney. It’s a one page form to fill out and can be done with relative ease leading to potential savings on your tax bill. There are two different forms, one residential, and one for condos. The appeal can be filed online, but, if you don’t have a computer, you can call 312.603.7550 and request a copy to be mailed. When you receive your form, there are three sections to fill out: the identification of taxpayer, nature of appeal/identification of real estate, and comparable properties section. There are 8 reasons to choose why your property reassessment should be lowered and they are listed on the form. For my netizens, you can file your appeal online; first, identify your township which can be found on your tax bill or you can look it up online.

Directions: Go to: www.cookcountyassessor.com, click on search, scroll to property and click, you can search by your fourteen digit Property Index Number (PIN for short), or

street address. Enter your information, click search and if all goes well the next screen should be your property address with a highlighted PIN number. Click on the highlighted PIN and a photo of your property will pop up (pop ups should be enabled on your device). Scroll down to the middle of the page and you should see the township. Note the township and go to Appeals at the top left of the page and click. The last and only township in Chicago currently open will be South Chicago. It extends from Wacker Dr. on the northside to 39th street on the southside, east from the lake, back west to the Chicago River. Once you’ve filed your appeal it can take up to 60 to 90 days to receive a response. The supporting documents you submit with your appeal will be carefully reviewed during the appeals process. Keep in mind that not everyone who files an appeal will receive a lower assessment value. In addition, there are special exemptions for seniors, veterans and disabled persons that work better than a reassessment, if you qualify. These exemptions can be filed January to March, April at the latest. They include the 2014 Senior Citizen Exemption, the 2014 Senior Freeze Exemption, Disabled Veterans’ Standard Homeowner Exemption, Returning Veteran’s Homeowner Exemption and the Disabled Persons’ Homeowner Exemption. If you run into a problem, call for assistance to fill out the form or to have your questions answered. Apply online now, or call 312.603.7550

What You Need To Know: Property in Cook County is reassessed every three years, and during this period if your property’s assessed value goes up, this can often lead to higher taxes. To assist all property owners, the Cook County Assessor Office (CCAO) has an appeals process that you should consider if you find yourself facing an increase. What’s an appeal you might ask? An appeal is a formal request for the review of your property’s assessed value. The appeal is only available if the township is currently being reassessed. Townships are geographical areas that relates to the location of your property. And please note that the CCOA does not determine the amount of taxes you pay, instead, they only determine the assessed value which is used to calculate your taxes by Maria Pappas Treasurer’s Office. How will I know if my property is currently being assessed or has been assessed? Hector Dominquez, Assessor Representative at the CCAO’s office states that, “Property owners receive a ‘reassessment notice’ in the mail prior to their township being reassessed.” When you receive your notice, don’t

The Illinois Department of Transportation (Department) cordially invites you to attend the open house public hearing concerning the intersection improvement of US 12/20 (95th Street) at Stony Island Avenue in the City of Chicago, Cook County. The scope of work for this improvement is anticipated to consist of intersection reconstruction and widening, bridge replacement, traffic signal modernization, pedestrian and bicycle improvements, and drainage improvements. The details of the hearing are as follows: Date: Time: Location:

Wednesday October 21, 2015 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Olive Harvey College 10001 South Woodlawn Avenue Chicago, IL 60628

Purpose of the hearing:  

To present the recommended preferred alternative To obtain public input

Exhibits will be on display and an audio-visual presentation will be shown continuously during the hearing. Project team members will be present to discuss the project and answer questions. A Public Forum will begin at 6:00 PM, where the public will be invited to make a statement to a court reporter. Written comments can be submitted at the hearing, mailed after the hearing, or submitted to the project website at www.95thStonyIsland.com. Comments received by Wednesday November 4, 2015 will become part of the official public hearing record. This hearing will be accessible to people with disabilities. Anyone needing special assistance should contact John Baldauf, P.E. at 847-705-4103. Persons planning to attend who will need a sign language interpreter or other similar accommodations should notify the Department’s TTY/TTD number (800) 526-0844/or 711; TTY users (Spanish) (800) 501-0864/or 711; and Telebraille (877) 526-6670 at least five (5) days prior to the meeting.

All correspondence regarding this project should be sent to: Illinois Department of Transportation 201 W. Center Court Schaumburg, IL 60196-1096 Attn: Bureau of Programming John Baldauf, P.E. or submitted through the project website: www.95thStonyIsland.com

THE CHICAGO DEFENDER • October 14-20, 2015 13

Dr. Carol Adams

Defender Community Calendar,

October • 2015

October 6-24 Unspeakable, A Dramatic Fantasia, inspired by the life of Richard Pryor. Directed by Rod Gailes OBC kicks off Tuesday, Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place, 175 E. Chestnut for limited five-week engagement Oct 6- 24. Group tickets 10 + now on sale by calling Broadway in Chicago Group Sales at 312.977.1710. Individual tickets go on sale at a later date. For more information go to www.BroadwayInChicago.com

Oct. 14 Association of Black Women in Higher Education (ABWHE) will hold our biennial ABHWE Conference October 14, -16, 2015 at the University of Illinois at Chicago - Student Center. Our conference theme is: Excellence to Eminence: The Transformative Power of Black Women in the Academy. We are planning an exciting two days with stellar speakers from varying walks of life who will enrich our professional and educational experience.

Oct. 17 Care givers Expo from 10 AM – 3 PM, at the Ray & Joan Kroc Center, 1250 West 119th Street, Chicago IL, Free parking Free workshops, 50+ exhibitors, ‘Ask the specialist- Medicare & Medicaid answers and free giveaways. A Mid way Broadcasting Corp., WVON1690AM event; BlueCross BlueShield of IL sponsor

Oct. 18 Save the date for the 7th Annual Soulful Sunday, Carolyn Y. Adams Breast Cancer Foundation, at Nikos, 7600 S. Harlem

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Today kicks off the Association of Black Women in Higher Education, Inc. host its 2015 National Conference under the theme, “Excellence to Eminence: The Transformative Power of Black Women in the Academy,” which continues through October 16 at the University of Illinois at Chicago Student Center East, 750 South Halsted, Chicago, 60607. President and Conference Chair Cynthia Armster, its chapter officers, conference committee and the National President Dr. Valerie Dorsey Allen welcome you to Chicago. Armster says, “Chicago is the perfect backdrop for ABWHF to reflect on who we are as Black women in the academy. How far we’ve come to breakdown barriers and remove the glass ceiling, and to explore collectively what the future holds for those of us who are committed to challenging the status quo—to make a difference.” The 3 day conference offers much to the level of intellect that the attendees exhibit. Workshops will challenge, stimulate and provoke action to move forward and cause change. There are women of great caliber and stature who will address the audience of distinguished women as guest speakers, or engage them in stimulating dialogue, while others will be recognized for their accomplishments. Joining the line-up of speakers are: Dr. Carol Adams, Immediate Past Executive Director of the DuSable Museum of African American History and Culture and key committee member to bring the Obama Presidential Library To Chicago Dr. Dolores Cross, Author of “Beyond the Wall: A Memoir” Past President of Morris Brown College and Chicago State University as

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the first female to head a 4 years public university in the State of Illinois, a position she held for close to eight years. Dr. Yvette Cozier, MD, Principal Investigator of the groundbreaking 20 year longitudinal Black Women’s Health Study at Boston University Dr. Phyllis West, was awarded her doctorate from the University of Chicago, currently serves as a Senior Lecturer in Governors State University’s Department of Social Work. WORKSHOPS INCLUDE: “A Transformative Step: Closing the Confidence Gap of Black Women in Leadership” “Empowering Women to Lead in the Global Community “Wholeness: Rising above Looks, Money, Possessions and Pain to Discover Purpose” “Mama Said There’d Be Days Like This” “Black Family Modeling to Raise Resisters” “Developing and Maintaining Mentorship Relationships In a University Setting” “Micro-aggressions in the Classroom: Narratives of two African-American professors” “Who in the Hell Left the Gate Open” For Detailed information about workshops and presenters please visit our website @ www.ABWHE.org

1401 North Second St. Rockford, IL 61107 PHONE (847) 698-4900 FAX (815) 364-0699 www.ragnarbenson.com

Project: 15-148 - NS - 47th St. Facility Improvements - Parking Lot Chicago, IL

Re: INVITATION TO BID Description: Norfolk Southern Railway Company 47th St. Facility Improvements – Parking Lot include furnishing all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, material and other items associated with site demolition, erosion control and seeding, site security, temporary and permanent fencing, ornamental fencing, grading, importing embankment material, storm sewer drainage system with HDPE and RCP and underdrains, aggregate base, RCC paving, PCC paving, Asphalt paving, pavement marking, concrete curb and gutter, bollard installation, concrete block retaining wall, Jersey barrier, T-Wall retaining wall, cast in place Bridge Barrier system, Bridge Deck Waterproofing with pressure washing, tree plantings, Security system, electrical utilities with high mast concrete foundation and other site lighting including lightning protection, bridge duct bank system and communications improvements. Please reference Ragnar Benson’s estimate number 15-148 with all correspondence and proposals.

Bid Due Date: Wednesday October 14th, 2015 at 5:00 PM CDT Please submit proposals via email to bids@rbic.com

If needed, we can also receive faxes at (815) 364-0699

Please direct all questions to our Project Estimator:

Pat Shea Patrick.Shea@rbic.com 815-963-7420

All bid correspondence; addendums and bid forms will be available on the SHAREFILE site. Please reply if you do not plan on bidding this project and we will remove you from future correspondence. Ragnar Benson Construction, LLC is seeking proposals for the above referenced project. Project information and bidder instructions are located on the SHAREFILE site by following the link below: https://ragnarbenson.sharefile.com/i/iad8d0058eaa403b9

14 Oct. 14 - Oct. 20, 2015 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

Dr. Dolores Cross

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF BID EXTENSION Ragnar Benson Construction Company, an Equal Opportunity Employer, 250 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068 – P: 847-698-4900, is seeking disadvantaged businesses for the CTA C15I101728725 Lake Line Laramie to Harlem Tactical Trackwork Improvements for subcontracting opportunities in the following areas: Fencing, Track Work, Power Traction, Testing/Surveying, Signage, Trucking, Traffic Control, Safety and Crane Rental. Subcontracts will be awarded based on price and ability to perform work. All disadvantage businesses should contact RAGNAR BENSON attention of Debbie Eaker – Estimating Coordinator at debbie.eaker@rbic.com to discuss subcontracting opportunities. All negotiations to be complete prior to the extended bid due date of November 5, 2015.

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Looking for an Estimator Ragnar Benson is currently looking for an estimator to support and work with management to review project plans, and specifications. Qualified individuals will have es timating experience with large Commercial, Healthcare, and Transportation projects. Must be capable of estimating hard bid, negotiated and conceptual projects. Individual must be self-motivated, possess strong communication/interpersonal skills. Please send resume and salary history to careers@ rbic.com. Ragnar Benson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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GIPSON Linda Gipson.…..Memorial was held: Tuesday, October 6, 2015; 5:00pm6:00pm @ Chapel Jackson Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. CURTISS Sandra Curtiss..…..Wake was held: Wednesday, October 7, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Mt. Glenwood Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. LUCKETT Demetrius Luckett.…..Wake was held: Wednesday, October 7, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Washington Memory Gardens Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WELLS Lolita Wells.…..Wake was held: Wednesday, October 7, 2015; 11:00am-12:00pm @ Lights of Zion Church, 11636 S. Halsted 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. CHEW Patricia Chew..…..Wake was held: Wednesday, October 7, 2015; 11:00am-12:00pm @ Lights of Zion Church, 11636 S. Halsted 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. MOODY, JR. Travis Moody, Jr..…..Wake was held: Thursday, October 8, 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. FIELDS was Bernice Fields..…..Wake held: Thursday, October 8, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Mt. Pleasant M.B. Church, 947 N. Cicero Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Queen of Heaven Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PETTIGREW, JR. Charlie Pettigrew, Jr..…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 9:00am-10:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 10:00am-11:00am Interment: Washington Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. JOHNSON Edith Johnson..…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Apostolic Church of God, 63rd Dorchester 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. BUTLER Almon Butler..…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Calvary Baptist Church, 8247 S. Jeffrey Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Veterans Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MC ELVAINE Ruth McElvaine..…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Sureway B.C., 12001 S. Halsted Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Oak Woods Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SIMPKINS Dorothy Simpkins...…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BROWN Haffit Brown....…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 10:00pm-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. SCOTT, JR. David Scott, Jr...…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 1:00pm2:00pm @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 2:00pm-3:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WRIGHT Eugene Wright...…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 9:00am10:00am @Chapel Jackson Funeral: 10:00am-11:00am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

KITTRELL Tanoa Kittrell.…..Wake was held: Thursday, October 8, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

BANKS Robert Banks.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 9:00am10:00am @ St. Augustine, 5831 S. Indiana Funeral: 10:00am-11:00am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

LARUE Desean Larue....…..Wake was held: Thursday, October 8, 2015; 5:00pm6:00pm @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 6:00pm-7:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MULLIN Patricia Mullin....…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 9:00am-10:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 10:00am-11:00am Interment: Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

AGNEW Willie Agnew...…..Wake was held: Thursday, October 8, 2015; 6:00pm7:00pm @ Chapel King Funeral: 7:00pm-8:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SPIKES, JR. Tyrone Spikes, Jr...…..Memorial was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 12:00pm1:00pm @ Pentecostal Temple C.O.G.I.C., 415 W. 111th Street Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

COX, JR. Marcus Cox, Jr.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 9:00am-10:00am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 10:00am-11:00am Interment: Homewood Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WILLIS Winifred Willis....…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am10:30am @ St. Joachim Catholic Church, 700 East 91st Street Funeral: 10:30am-11:30am Interment: Oak Woods Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WHITE Na’vari White.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Providence B.C., 8400 S. Ashland 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. SCOTT Benjamin Scott......…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ St. Felicitas Church, 1526 E. 84th St. Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SANDERS Katina Sanders.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ New Life Covenant, 1021 E. 78th Street 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. EISON Alberta Eison.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Beautiful Zion Baptist Church, 1406 W. 64th Street Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Homewood Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BRADLEY Daniel Bradley......…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Southlawn United Methodist Church, 8605 S. Cregier Ave. Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: St. Casimir Catholic Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. DESADIER Arey Desadier......…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ St. Philip Neri Church, 2132 E. 72nd St. 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. JACKSON Thelma Jackson........…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ First Baptist of Lansing, 3440 178th Street Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Oak Woods Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WOODS was Shawn Woods.......…..Wake held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ 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. DUNN, SR. Williams Dunn, Sr........…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Indiana Ave. Pentecostal Church, 35th Indiana Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Oakhill Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SIMMONS Sharon Simmons........…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 12:00pm-1:00pm @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 1:00pm-2:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WALTON Barbara Walton.......…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 1:00pm-2:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00pm-3:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. CURRY Evangeline Curry.........…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 5:00pm-6:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 6:00pm-7:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DAWSON Dinaye Dawson.......…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Mars Hill Baptist Church, 5916 W. Lake Funeral: Sun11:00am-12:00pm Interment: day, October 11, 2015@ Rise Chapel Cemetery, Grenada, MS Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BURKETT Irene Burkett.......…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 4:00pm-5:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 5:00pm-6:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MURRELL Carrie Murrell........…..Memorial was held: Monday, October 12, 2015; 4:00pm-5:00pm @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. DONNER Solomon Donner.......…..Wake was held: Monday, October 12, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Cemetery Arrangements Oakland Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BRANDON Donald Brandon.......…..Wake was held: Monday, October 12, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road 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. LOVE Patricia Love.........…..Wake was held: Monday, October 12, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. ROBINSON, JR. Steven Robinson, Jr..........…..Wake was held: Monday, October 12, 2015; 1:00pm-1:15pm @ Chapel Funeral: 1:15pm-2:00pm Interment: Oak Woods Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BATTLE James Battle.........…..Wake was held: Monday, October 12, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Tuesday, October 13, 2015; 8:30am @ Abe Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. LAWRENCE Anthony Lawrence.........…..Wake was held: Tuesday, October 13, 2015; 10:00am-10:30am @ Chapel King Funeral: 10:30am-11:30am Interment: Oakland Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. HEARD Zeynobia Heard.........…..Wake was held: Tuesday, October 13, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WYNN, JR. Frankie Wynn, Jr..........…..Wake was held: Tuesday, October 13, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Abe Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MARCUS Theodore Marcus.......…..Wake was held: Tuesday, October 13, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Abe Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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ARBURTHA Mildred Arburtha.........…..Wake: Wednesday, October 14, 2015; 9:00am-10:00am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 10:00am-11:00am Interment: Oak Woods Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. CLAY Frank Clay.........…..Wake: Wednesday, October 14, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Abe Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. ANDERSON Carolyn Anderson.........…..Wake: Wednesday, October 14, 2015; 1:00pm-1:30pm @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 1:30pm-2:30pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WILKINS Thelma Wilkins........…..Wake: Wednesday, October 14, 2015; 6:00pm-7:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 7:00pm-8:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WILLIAMS Williams........…..Wake: Cleopatra Thursday, October 15, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ Chapel King 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. RODGERS Mary Rodgers........…..Wake: Thursday, October 15, 2015; 10:00am11:00am @ New Faith B.C. Int., 25 S. Central (at Vollmer Rd.) Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Veterans Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. JOHNSON Idella Johnson........…..Visitation: Thursday, October 15, 2015; 5:00pm8:00pm @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 8:00pm-9:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SALTERS, JR. Wade Salters, Jr........…..Wake: Friday, October 16, 2015; 10:00am-11:00am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00am-12:00pm Interment: Veterans Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SMITH Michael Smith........…..Wake: Saturday, October 17, 2015; 5:00pm6:00pm @ Chapel King Funeral: 6:00pm-7:00pm Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. HOLIDAY, JR. Cleveland Holiday, Jr.........…..Wake: Monday, October 19, 2015; 6:00pm7:00pm @ Effective Living Ministries, 6947 Hohman Ave., Hammond, IN Funeral: 7:00pm-8:00pm Interment: Tuesday, October 20, 2015; 10:00am @ 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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“The Home of Personal Service” 7030 S. Halsted St.

318 E. 71st St. 5911 W. Madison St.

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FUNERAL HOME

175 W. 159th St. Harvey, IL 60426

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63 East 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619 & 5350 W. North Ave. 773-488-7300 Chicago, IL 60636

Advertise in the Directory Here O’NEAL Robert O’Neal…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 10:00am Funeral: 11:00am @ Chapel Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300. DAVIS Percy Davis.…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 10:00am @ Great Metropolitan Church, 5856 S. Wabash Funeral: 11:00am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300. MORRIS James Morris.….Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 12:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 1:00pm Interment: Restvale Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300. TUCKER Betty Jean Tucker…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 10:00am @ Voice in the Wilderness M.B. Church, 3737 S. Wabash Funeral: 11:00am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

WASHINGTON Hazel Washington.........…..Memorial: Thursday, October 22, 2015; 6:00pm7:00pm @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JOHNSON Queen Ester Johnson…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 12:00pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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WALKER Lewis Walker…..Wake was held: Saturday, October 10, 2015; 11:00am @ Community Covenant, 12446 S. Loomis Funeral: 12:00pm Interment: Restvale Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

Funeral Home CARROLL Keith Carroll…..Wake was held: Friday, October 9, 2015; 11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 12:00pm Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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7838 S. COTTAGE GROVE AVE. (773) 846-6567 18400 S. PULASKI 708-206-0860 BUTLER Gordon Butler…..Wake was held: Tuesday, October 13, 2015; 10:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am Interment: Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300. BATTLE-GODWIN Marie Battle-Godwin…..Wake: Wednesday, October 14, 2015; 6:00pm @ Chapel Funeral: 7:00pm Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300. BLACK Rhonda Ivy Black…..Wake: Friday, October 16, 2015; 11:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 12:00pm Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300. WILLIAMS Chanel Williams…..Wake: Friday, October 16, 2015; 10:00am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300. MCGEE Dwaine McGee…..Wake: Saturday, October 17, 2015; 10:00am @ Morgan Park Pentecostal, 1657 W. Monterey Funeral: 11:00am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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THE CHICAGO DEFENDER • October 14 - 20, 2015 15

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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. D15144069 on the October 6, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of NAUGHTY LYFE with the business located at 736 E. 48TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60615. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/ partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: DENISE DANIEL Complete Address: 736 E. 48TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60615, USA Owner/ Partner Full Name: ERICKA BROWN Complete Address: 935 WHITE OAK LANE, UNIVERSITY PARK, IL 60484, 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. D15144070 on the October 6, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of D.O.L.O.DREAM OUT LOUD AND ORIGINAL APPAREL with the business located at 935 WHITE OAK LANE, UNIVERSITY PARK, IL 60484. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/ Partner Full Name: ERICKA BROWN Complete Address: 935 WHITE OAK LANE, UNIVERSITY PARK, IL 60484, 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. D15144041 on the October 1, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of PALINDROME GLOBAL PUBLISHING AND EVENTS with the business located at 505 W. 87TH. ST., CHICAGO, IL 60620. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: SENYAH HAYNES Complete Address: 505 W. 87TH. ST., CHICAGO, IL 60620, USA.

LEGAL NOTICE

SUB BIDS / SUPPLIER QUOTES REQUESTED Walsh Construction Company II, LLC requests subcontractor and material supplier quotes including Disadvantage Business Enterprises listed and certified by Illinois State Toll Highway Authority for the following Projects: Contract No I-15-4232 I-90 IL Rt 25 to Higgins Rd. Contract No I-15-4233 Higgins Rd. to Roselle Rd. Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (I-90) Cook County, Illinois Bids Due to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC up to October 19, 2015 by 5:00 PM (CST) Owner: Illinois State Toll Highway Authority Quotes are to be submitted to:

WALSH CONSTRUCTION COMPANY II, LLC 929 W. Adams, Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 563 5408 Fax: (312) 563 5447 We request a proposal from your firm for IL Rte 25 to Higgins Rd. I-15-4232 and Higgins Rd to Roselle Rd. I-15-4233 Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (I90). All aspects of construction opportunities are available including but not limited to: inside roadwork, earthwork, aggs, pavement, barrier wall, and all associated drainage, utilities, electrical ITS, pavement marking, landscaping and traffic control. Subcontractors and suppliers can access plans and specifications online at the Walsh Group Site, https://newforma.walshgroup.com or are available to review at Walsh Construction Company II, LLC office located at 929 W. Adams Street Chicago, IL 60607 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. In order to assist certified Disadvantage Business Enterprise Contractors and Suppliers, we will divide total requirements into smaller activities or quantities and establish delivery and construction schedules which will permit maximum participation of disadvantaged businesses where feasible. All subcontractors and material suppliers are required to execute our standard “Subcontract Agreement” and/or “Purchase Order”. We do require 100% Performance & Payment or supply bonds. Please feel free to contact us about this project.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CONCERNING THE INTENT OF THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY TO ADOPT A 2016 ANNUAL BUDGET, TWO-YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN, AND FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL PROGRAM, ALL INCLUDING THE USE OF INNOVATION, COORDINATION AND ENHANCEMENT FUNDS. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regional Transportation Authority (“RTA”) will be holding a series of nine (9) public hearings, as follows, to receive public comments on the aforementioned financial matters, in accordance with the RTA Act, (70 ILCS 3615, et seq.). Cook County Wednesday, 11/04/15 at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Homewood Village Hall, Village Board Room 2020 Chestnut Rd., Homewood, IL Wednesday, 11/04/15 at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Hanover Park Police Department, Community Room 2011 W. Lake St., Hanover Park, IL Wednesday, 11/04/15 at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Chicago Union Station 500 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL Thursday, 12/03/15 at 4 p.m.–6 p.m., RTA Headquarters, Board Room 175 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL DuPage County Thursday, 11/05/15 at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Clarendon Hills Village Hall, Village Board Room One North Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills, IL Kane County Thursday, 11/05/15 at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Kane County Government Center, Building A (1st Floor Auditorium), 719 S. Batavia Ave., Geneva, IL Lake County Thursday, 11/05/15, at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Mundelein Village Hall, Village Board Room 300 Plaza Circle, Mundelein, IL McHenry County Wednesday, 11/04/15, at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Woodstock Village Hall, City Council Chambers 121 W. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL Will County Thursday, 11/05/15, at 5 p.m.–8 p.m., Will County Office Building, County Board Room – 2nd Floor 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL RTA hearings are open to the public and are ADA accessible. If you require reasonable accommodation in order to attend a public hearing or have questions, please call (312) 913-5518 at least 3 business days before the hearing. For more information, call (312) 913-3200 or visit www.rtachicago.com

16 October 14-20, 2015 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

LEGAL NOTICE

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY INVITATION FOR BID No. 3305 NETAPP MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT

The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) invites you to submit a bid for NetApp Maintenance and Support. This contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

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. Questions are due on October 19, 2015 no later than 5:00 p.m., and can be e-mailed to Karen Y. Thurmon at thurmonk@rtachicago.org.

One (1) original copy of your bid must be submitted to the RTA no later than 11:00 a.m. local time on October 28, 2015. Proposals submitted after the designated time and date will be rejected.

The Invitation for Bid 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. KOZENY & MCCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC. (6315218) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Suite 1850 Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF Cook, ss – IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. JULIA JONES (DECEASED), KIMBERLY JONES, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR JULIA JONES, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JULIA JONES, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS et. al., Defendants, Case No. 11-CH-28238. The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: KIMBERLY JONES, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JULIA JONES, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 21 IN BLOCK 188 IN L. FRANK AND COMPANY`S TRUMBULL PARK TERRACE, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF CERTAIN BLOCKS IN SOUTH CHICAGO MADE BY THE CALUMET AND CHICAGO CANAL AND DOCK COMPANY, OF FRACTIONAL SOUTH 1/2 OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 7, NORTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE AND WEST OF ROCK ISLAND AND CHICAGO BRANCH RAILROAD, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 15, ALSO EAST FRACTIONAL 1/2 OF FRACTIONAL SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 12, NORTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE, THE EAST 662.1 FEET OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 13, NORTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE, THE NORTH FRACTIONAL 1/2 OF THE NORTH FRACTIONAL 1/2 OF FRACTIONAL SOUTH 1/2; THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF FRACTIONAL SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 12, SOUTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINICIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.. PIN: 25-12426-034-0000. Commonly known as: 2410 East 103rd Street, Chicago, IL 60617, and which said Mortgage was made by JULIA JONES(DECEASED), as Mortgagor(s) to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender, as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0426815049, and the present owner(s) of the property being JULIA JONES(DECEASED), and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, Richard J Daley Center, 50 W. Washington, Room 802, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before NOVEMBER 6, 2015 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Dated,Chicago, Illinois,. Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Last known addresses: Defendant Address: 2410 East 103rd Street, Chicago, IL 60617

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR CHASE FUNDING MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-3 PLAINTIFF VS. ROSA TELLEZ, JUAN POZOS, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS NO: 15 CH 13561 Property Address: 4519 S. Keating Chicago, IL 60632 CAL 62 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION AS TO UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to: Rosa Tellez, Juan Pozos and UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled action, that a Complaint for Foreclosure and Other Relief has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Cook County, by said Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of certain mortgages conveying the premises legally described as follows: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THE NORTH 60 FEET OF LOT 105 IN F.H. BARTLETT’S 48TH AVENUE SUBDIVISION OF LOT “A” (EXCEPT RAILROAD) IN CIRCUIT COURT PARTITION OF THE SOUTH ½ AND THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST ¼ LYING SOUTH OF THE ILLINOIS AND MICHIGAN CANAL RESERVE IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 19-03-309-025-0000 4519 S. COMMON ADDRESS: Keating, Chicago, IL 60632 And which mortgages were made by Rosa Tellez and Juan Pozos, as Mortgagor(s); and given to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. as Mortgagee; to wit: that certain “Mortgage” dated April 16, 2003, and recorded as Document No.0312729075, that Summons was duly issued out of said court against you as provided by law, and that the said Complaint is now pending for foreclosure of said mortgages and for other relief. Now, therefore, unless you Rosa Tellez, Juan Pozos and UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, file your Appearance and Answer to the Complaint in said action in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Chancery Division, on or before the 13th day of NOVEMBER , 2015, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer for relief in said Complaint. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Kluever & Platt, LLC 65 E. Wacker Place, Ste. 2300 Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 201 6679 Attorney No. 38413 Our File #: SPSF.2269

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC. Plaintiff, -v.HELEN LACY AKA HELEN LACEY, NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC. Defendants 15 CH 5971 12612 SOUTH YALE AVENUE 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 July 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 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 12612 SOUTH YALE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-28-439-016-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $119,067.03. 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 5/15-1507(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 F15030307. 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. F15030307 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 15 CH 5971 TJSC#: 35-10846 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 NORTH COMMUNITY BANK, AN ILLINOIS BANKING ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NORTHWEST COMMUNITY BANK Plaintiff, -v.KALA HOLDINGS, LLC-SERIES 1116 HOMAN, AN ILLINOIS SERIES LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, KALA HOLDINGS, LLC, AN ILLINOIS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, NICHOLAS KOUTSOUKOS, AN INDIVIDUAL, AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2014 CH 13353 1116 SOUTH HOMAN AVENUE Chicago, IL 60624 The Honorable Judge Michael F. Otto CALENDAR NO. 61 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 13, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 16, 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 40 IN BLOCK 8 IN TWELFTH STREET ADDITION TO CHICAGO, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST ¼ OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LYING SOUTH OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE CHICAGO AND GREAT WESTERN RAILROAD COMPANY, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1116 SOUTH HOMAN AVENUE, Chicago, Illinois 60624. Property Index No. 16-14-423-026-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $152,711.16. 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. In the event that the subject property is “residential real estate”, 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 sold subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for judicial sale without warranty and/or any representation of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The judicial 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: ARNSTEIN & LEHR LLP, 120 SOUTH RIVERSIDE PLAZA, SUITE 1200, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 876-7100 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. KENNETH S. STRAUSS ARNSTEIN & LEHR LLP 120 SOUTH RIVERSIDE PLAZA, SUITE 1200 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 876-7100 Attorney Code. 25188 Case Number: 2014 CH 13353 TJSC#: 35-12073 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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CLASSIFIEDS LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIRSTMERIT BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- CHARLES V. CROSS, JR., CITY OF CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS; AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 41707 7259 S. CHAMPLAIN AVENUE 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 April 6, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 30, 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 13 IN SEXTON’S SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF BLOCK 3 IN NORTON’S SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 7259 S. CHAMPLAIN AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-213-021-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $303,642.39. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. 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: THE LAW OFFICE OF WILLIAM J. FACTOR, LTD., 105 W. MADISON ST., SUITE 1500, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 373-7227 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. THE LAW OFFICE OF WILLIAM J. FACTOR, LTD. 105 W. MADISON ST., SUITE 1500 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 373-7227 Attorney Code. 45665 Case Number: 12 CH 41707 TJSC#: 35-9173 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 DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR HSI ASSET SECURITIZATION CORPORATION TRUST, 2007-WF1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-WF1 Plaintiff, -v.MARVIN BOWMAN AKA MARVIN L. BOWMAN, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, COMMUNITY HOME FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC Defendants 15 CH 6241 220 EAST 136TH STREET Chicago, IL 60827 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 5, 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 220 EAST 136TH STREET, Chicago, IL 60827 Property Index No. 25-34-308-018-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $90,675.95. 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 F15030075. 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. F15030075 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 15 CH 6241 TJSC#: 35-14400 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 VENTURES TRUST 2013-I-H-R BY MCM CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC, ITS TRUSTEE Plaintiff, -v.KOSTENTINOS GOVAS, THEODORA GOVAS, FIFTH THIRD BANK S/I/I TO FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN), 212 EAST CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 05673 212 E. CULLERTON STREET, UNIT 501 Chicago, IL 60616 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 16, 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 212 E. CULLERTON STREET, UNIT 501, Chicago, IL 60616 Property Index No. 17-22-308-104-1014, 17-22308-104-1233. The real estate is improved with a apartment. The judgment amount was $293,586.17. 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: ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 134 N. LaSalle St., Ste 1900, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 940-8580 Please refer to file number 15-09477. 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. ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 134 N. LaSalle St., Ste 1900 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 940-8580 Attorney File No. 15-09477 Attorney Code. 40466 Case Number: 13 CH 05673 TJSC#: 35-13334 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. Wells Fargo Bank , NA Plaintiff, vs. Alejandro Pulido; Rosalva Pulido; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case # 12 CH 22674 Sheriff’s # 150386 F11040208 WELLS Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on November 5th, 2015, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 3944 West 68th Place, Chicago, Illinois 60629 P.I.N: 19-23-308-025-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Home. Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier’s check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier’s check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments. Premise will NOT be open for inspection. Firm Information: Plaintiff’s Attorney ANSELMO, LINDBERG OLIVER LLC Anthony Porto 1771 W. DIEHL., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act 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 Urban Financial of America, LLC, formerly known as Urban Financial Group, Inc. PLAINTIFF VS Laura Peters; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants DEFENDANT(S) 15 CH 13583 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Laura Peters; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 14 in Block 1 in Colburn Park being a subdivision of part of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 31, Township 38 North, Range 15, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. Commonly known as: 8140 S. Burnham Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 and which said mortgage was made by, Laura Peters, an unmarried woman; Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Urban Financial Group; Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 1103912129; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before NOVEMBER 13, 2015 A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60602 Phone: (312) 239-3432 Fax: (312) 284-4820 Attorney No: 6314883 File No:15IL00477-1 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this firm may be deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

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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 CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-10 Plaintiff, -v.EFREN GONZALEZ, MARIA E. GONZALEZ, TOWN OF CICERO, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 20792 3721 W. 57TH PLACE 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 August 3, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 4, 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 8 (EXCEPT THE EAST 12.492 FEET THEREOF) AND THE EAST 18.738 FEET OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 23 IN CAMPBELL ADDITION TO CHICAGO, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST (EXCEPT THE EAST 50 FEET THEREOF) IN SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3721 W. 57TH PLACE, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-14-122-066-0000. The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling. The judgment amount was $388,960.25. 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: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number 09-0449. 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. KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. 09-0449 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 10 CH 20792 TJSC#: 35-11408 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.

NOONAN & LIEBERMAN, (38245) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF COOK, ss – In the Circuit Court of COOK County, County Department - Chancery Division, BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC a Delaware Limited Liability Company, Plaintiff, vs. BILLIE NATHAN, JACQUELINE LEWIS et. al., Defendants, Case No. 2015 CH 12358. The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you JACQUELINE LEWIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of COOK County, County Department - Chancery Division, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOTS 10 AND 11 IN BLOCK 3 IN HARDWOOD AND GOODSPEED’S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 16 RODS OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.. PIN: 20-09-201-001-0000. Commonly known as: 323-325 W. 47th St, Chicago IL, 60609, and which said Mortgage was made by BILLIE NATHAN, JACQUELINE LEWIS, as Mortgagor(s) to InterBay Funding, LLC, as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0623733148, and the present owner(s) of the property being BILLIE NATHAN and JACQUELINE LEWIS, and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of COOK County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago IL 60602 located at 50 West Washington, Chicago, IL 60602, on or before NOVEMBER 6, 2015, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Dated, Chicago, Illinois, September 30, 2015. Dorothy Brown, Clerk. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. File no. 1353-183 F15080035 WELLS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Wells Fargo Bank, NA Plaintiff, vs. Kwasi Agyekum; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. CASE NO. 15 CH 13328 6052 South Honore Street, Chicago, Illinois 60636 Senechalle Calendar 64 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Kwasi Agyekum, and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 546 IN E. A. CUMMING’S AND COMPANY’S 63RD STREET SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 20-18-410-045-0000 Said property is commonly known as 6052 South Honore Street, Chicago, Illinois 60636, and which said mortgage(s) was/were made by Kwasi Agyekum and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number 1106912295 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at Cook County on or before OCTOBER 30, 2015 a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Steven C. Lindberg ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR FOR ITS RESPECTIVE CLIENTS AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WATERFALL OLYMPIC MASTER FUND GRANTOR TRUST, SERIES II S/I/I BYLINE BANK F/K/A NORTH COMMUNITY BANK SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH METROBANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH METROPOLITAN BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.MARIA R. REYES A/K/A MARIA R. ARREOLA, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED NOVEMBER 29, 2011 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 8002358329, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED NOVEMBER 29, 2011 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 8002358329, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CITIBANK, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 05150 4043-4045 W. 26TH STREET 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 September 30, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 5, 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 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK 2 IN MCMILLAN AND WESTMORE’S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 1/4 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 4043-4045 W. 26TH STREET, Chicago, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-27-406-004-0000; 16-27406-005-0000. The real estate is improved with a mixed-use commercial / residential property. The judgment amount was $528,956.86. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. 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: LATIMER LEVAY FYOCK, LLC, 55 W MONROE SUITE 1100, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 422-8000 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. LATIMER LEVAY FYOCK, LLC 55 W MONROE SUITE 1100 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 422-8000 Attorney Code. 06204378 Case Number: 13 CH 05150 TJSC#: 35-14376 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 U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE OF MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-WMC2 Plaintiff, -v.ERICKA MUIR A/K/A ERICKA MUIR-SHIRLEY, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR WMC MORTGAGE CORP., WILSHIRE CREDIT CORP., CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION Defendants 2014 CH 14624 5710 SOUTH MARSHFIELD AVENUE 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 September 21, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 29, 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 5710 SOUTH MARSHFIELD AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60636 Property Index No. 20-18-222-027-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $310,681.62. 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 14-073142. 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. 14-073142 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 2014 CH 14624 TJSC#: 35-14068 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 WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE PRIMESTAR-H FUND I TRUST Plaintiff, -v.ISABEL HERNANDEZ AKA ISABELITA HERNANDEZ, THE CITY OF CHICAGO, MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A. Defendants 15 CH 6053 721 WEST 60TH PLACE Chicago, IL 60621 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 November 5, 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 721 WEST 60TH PLACE, Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-308-022-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $150,648.48. 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 F15010077. 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. F15010077 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 15 CH 6053 TJSC#: 35-11824 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.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-AR1 Plaintiff, -v.JOSE BARRIENTOS, ANA MARIA GARNICA Defendants 14 CH 13238 3455 WEST 72ND 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 August 19, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 20, 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 3455 WEST 72ND STREET, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-26-209-037-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $244,951.49. 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 F14080062. 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. F14080062 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 13238 TJSC#: 35-12576 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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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’) Plaintiff, -v.NICHOLE MAYS AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JANICE MAYS, DECEASED, WILLIE A. MAYS, NICOLE MAYS, JENNIFER MAYS, KENDRICK MAYS, KENDALL MAYS, A MINOR, KAYLN DAVISON, A MINOR, TATAIANA MAYS, A MINOR, KIOVANNI JOHNSON, A MINOR, KENYON MAYS, A MINOR, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 27252 5922 S. WASHTENAW AVE. 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 August 17, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 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: LOT 38 IN BLOCK 3 IN COBE AND MCKINNON’S 63RD STREET AND CALIFORNIA AVENUE SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 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 5922 S. WASHTENAW AVE., Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-13-401-028-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $220,457.20. 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 09-222212035. 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. 09-2222-12035 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 09 CH 27252 TJSC#: 35-12142 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 TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.RUBEN MANDUJANO, JOSEFINA MANDUJANO, ROSA MANDUJANO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 16060 5132 S. ROCKWELL STREET Chicago, IL 60632 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 10, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 12, 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 26 IN KARLE V. JANOVSKY’S RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 AND 2 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5132 S. ROCKWELL STREET, Chicago, IL 60632 Property Index No. 19-12-403-031-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $180,195.88. 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 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 DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711 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. DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 14 CH 16060 TJSC#: 35-11941 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collecto

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC. Plaintiff, -v.CAROLE GRANT HALL AKA CAROLE A. HALL AKA CAROL A. HALL AKA CAROLE G. HALL AKA CAROL G. HALL, NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC., THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 14 CH 19216 7610 SOUTH RIDGELAND AVENUE Chicago, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 14, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 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 7610 SOUTH RIDGELAND AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-25-310-014-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $115,021.50. 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 F14090038. 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. F14090038 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 19216 TJSC#: 35-12345 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 OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.NORMAN PARISH A/K/A NORMAN PARISH, SR, SHERRY PARISH A/K/A SHERRY L. PARISH, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N.A., AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 19395 2108 E. 95TH PLACE Chicago, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 17, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 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 29 FEET OF THE EAST 58 FEET OF LOTS 18, 19, 20 AND 21 IN BLOCK 1, IN VAN VLISSINGEN HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2108 E. 95TH PLACE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-12-201-069-0000. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $54,515.44. 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: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C1394120. 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. C13-94120 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 14 CH 19395 TJSC#: 35-12908 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 DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR REGISTaxLiberty.indd 1 TERED HOLDERS OF LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-7, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-7 PLAINTIFF VS. JUAN M. ROSAS, GUADALUPE B. LOPEZ A/K/A GUADALUPE B. ROSAS, ARCHER BANK, CITIZENS COMMUNITY BANK OF ILLLINOIS, DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS NO: 15 CH 12728 Property Address: 2150 W 51st St. Chicago, IL 60609 CAL 59 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION AS TO UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to: UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants in the above-entitled action, that a Complaint for Foreclosure and Other Relief has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Cook County, by said Plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of certain mortgages conveying the premises legally described as follows: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 28 IN WINTER’S RESUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF BLOCK 60 IN CHICAGO UNIVERSITY SUBDIVISION IN THE NORTH 1/2 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 20-07-124-044-0000 COMMON ADDRESS: 2150 W 51st St., Chicago, IL 60609 And which mortgages were made by Juan M. Rosas and Guadalupe B. Lopez, as Mortgagor(s); and given to Long Beach Mortgage Company as Mortgagee; to wit: that certain “Mortgage” dated July 12, 2006, and recorded as Document No.0620808042, that Summons was duly issued out of said court against you as provided by law, and that the said Complaint is now pending for foreclosure of said mortgages and for other relief. Now, therefore, unless you UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, file your Appearance and Answer to the Complaint in said action in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Chancery Division, on or before the 13TH day of NOVEMBER, 2015, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer for relief in said Complaint. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Kluever & Platt, LLC 65 E. Wacker Place, Ste. 2300 Chicago, Illinois 60601 (312) 201 6679 Attorney No. 38413

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT – CHANCERY DIVISION Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. PLAINTIFF VS Walter Davis a/k/a Walter E. Davis, Sr. (Deceased); Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as Special Representative for Walter Davis a/k/a Walter E. Davis, Sr. (Deceased); Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Walter Davis a/k/a Walter E. Davis, Sr. (Deceased); Walter E. Davis; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, DEFENDANT(S) 15 CH 8408 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Walter Davis a/k/a Walter E. Davis, Sr. (Deceased); Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as Special Representative for Walter Davis a/k/a Walter E. Davis, Sr. (Deceased); UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF WALTER DAVIS A/K/A WALTER E. DAVIS, SR. (DECEASED); WALTER E. DAVIS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 6 in South Shore Second Addition to Jeffery Manor, a resubdivision of parts of Blocks 1, 2, 3, 6 and 7 and portions of vacated streets and alleys in Calumet Trust`s Subdivision Number 3 in Section 7, Township 37 North, Range 15, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. Commonly known as: 9548 S. Calhoun Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 and which said mortgage was made by, Walter Davis, an unmarried man; Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Urban Financial Group; Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 0918756019; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before NOVEMBER 6, 2015 A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60602 Phone: (312) 239-3432 Fax: (312) 284-4820 Attorney No: 6238055 File No: 15IL00284-1 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this firm may be deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

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