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San Bernardino city amendment to divert ‘cultural’ tax fees into General Fund

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The city’s changes to the Cultural Development Construction fee, the ordinance located within Municipal Code 650 that imposes an excise tax on development, didn’t sit well with members of the city’s Fine Arts Commission, who are concerned future Councils may refrain from using monies to promote the arts. an amendment to a city municipal code that will convert a commerhe San Bernardino City cial construction fee into a tax to Council voted unanimous- be utilized for general use. ly on Nov. 15 to approve Changes to the Cultural

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Development Construction fee, the located within ordinance Municipal Code 650 that imposes an excise tax on development, didn’t sit well with members of the city’s Fine Arts Commission, who are concerned future Councils may refrain from using monies to promote the arts.

“Most of you current council members have shown your support for the Fine Arts Commission in our activities,” Fine Arts Commission member Dorothy “Dottie” Garcia said. “But there may be future people on future councils who don’t have that attitude.”

The ordinance, first introduced and passed in 1986, was initially a tax for general use and did not require voter approval, according to Deputy City Attorney Steven Graham. In 1989 the City Council attempted to amend the ordinance to place revenue generated through the tax in a separate fund, while also removing the language that directed money for specific use.

After review from the City Attorney’s office, Graham explained that the 1989 amendments made to the Cultural Development Construction Fee do not align with state law regarding public approval of local taxes (Proposition 13 and Proposition Ordinance, cont. on next page

Lowrider community gives back to San Ber nardino

By Fernanda M. Tovar

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t’s common to see lowriders cruising the streets of San Bernardino. Many passersby will stare in awe of the custom designs. From chromed out engines, shiny rims, and custom paint jobs, the lowrider culture is alive and well in San Bernardino.

However, these car clubs are doing more than just cruising.

They are also helping improve the city, explained Henry Garcia.

“People are always talking bad about San Bernardino, but this is my city and I love it,” said Garcia, the manager of the Gus Jr. #14 restaurant on Mill Street.

“Every chance I get to give back, I do it.”

Different clubs gathered at the Gus Jr. on Friday, Nov. 17 to help fundraise for Mary’s Mercy Center. The car clubs partnered with Garcia and the homeless center to help improve the situation for all residents in the city.

“It’s beautiful to see that we can all do this together and give Lowrider, cont. on next page

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Gus Jr. #14 manager Henry Garcia prides himself on partnering with his childhood church and Mary’s Mercy Center, Inc. to give back to his community.

A Christmas Carol at the San Bernardino Public Library

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Carol: hristmas Ebenezer Scrooge...

Jacob Marley... Bob Cratchit... Tiny Tim... The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. These are characters we have come to love and welcome into our homes and hearts. Celebrate the holiday season at the San Bernardino Public Library as Broadway and film actor Duffy Hudson, (without the aid of props or costumes while playing all 46 characters), brings this magical tale to life.

The San Bernardino Public Library will host this performance of A Christmas Carol on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 3:00 PM. It will be held in the Bing Wong Auditorium at the Feldheym Central Library at 555 W. 6th Street in San Bernardino.

Duffy Hudson is an actor, director, writer, teacher and filmmaker. He has performed in hundreds of plays and has directed over 300 theatrical pieces, including workshop productions with Brooke Shields, The Three Sisters with Jessica Lange, Don Johnson and Tatum O’Neal, and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf with Marlo Thomas. Since turning his attention to film and television, he has performed in numerous commercials, including the award winning, Men in Black series for Penn Station. Feature film credits include among others, Tattered Angel, Canvas The Night, Skin Complex, and The Greater Good.

Duffy tours the US with his one man shows of Edgar Allan Poe, Albert Einstein, George Burns, Houdini, Audie Murphy, Dr. Seuss, and A Christmas Carol.

This FREE 75-minute show is ideal for the entire family.

Contact Linda Yeh at 909.381.8238 or visit www.sbpl.org for more information.

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School district honor s October outstanding students

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he San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education honored 12 students with an Outstanding Student Award at the October 17, 2017, Board meeting.

Outstanding Student Award winners are recognized for achievement in academics, athletics, fine arts, or citizenship or for showing significant improvement in these areas. Students are encouraged to have hope for the future by thinking about their long-term educational and career goals.

Gomez Elementary School Outstanding Students Sixth-grader Adilene Bonilla is a hard-working student with an excellent vocabulary. She is also a role model and a leader, both in and out of the classroom. Adilene wants to attend CSUSB and become an FBI agent.

Sixth-grader Bethzy Fuentes Salcido is determined and diligent, which is why she shines in every subject. She is also a responsible, model student who always practices respect for others.

Bethzy wants to become a primary care doctor or a Harvard-educated lawyer.

Sixth-grader Isaias Martinez is a bright and energetic student with impressive critical-thinking skills.

He clearly values education and puts his all into completing his assignments. Isaias wants to go to college and become an engineer.

Henry Elementary School Outstanding Students Sixth-grader Kimberly Hernandez Gonzalez is always on task

and is committed to making improvements in all subjects. She is willing to ask for help when she needs it and to help others when she can. Kimberly hasn’t decided on a career, but she knows she needs to work hard in school.

Fourth-grader Jonathan Pinto is constantly improving himself. He loves math and completing word problems. He supports his classmates by encouraging them to do their best and helping them when he can. Jonathan wants to become a police officer.

Fifth-grader Javier Reyes Cruz is an outstanding citizen who always puts forth his best effort and is a role model for his classmates. He has been working at or above grade level in all subjects since August. Javier wants to attend UCR and become a professional soccer player.

Bing Wong Elementary School Outstanding Students Second-grader Tyree Hollins is a great scholar and person. He excels in all subjects. He is always polite and well spoken. He follows school rules and has an outstanding work ethic. Tyree hasn’t decided on a career yet, but he knows he wants to go to college and learn about outer space and skeletons.

Fifth-grader Jezelle Romo is a great role model. She always tries her best and has an upbeat attitude. She loves learning, contributes to class discussions, and enjoys researching topics that interest her. Jezelle is thinking about careers in zoology, veterinary medicine, or real estate.

Sixth-grader Ezra Ruiz is a stu-

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The Board of Education honored three Henry Elementary School students as Outstanding Student Award winners for October 2017. They are Jonathan Pinto, 4th grade; Kimberly Hernandez Gonzalez, 6th grade; and Javier Reyes Cruz, 5th grade. dent ambassador and one of the faces of Bing Wong’s Dangerous City videos. He is a top student in math and language arts, working above his grade level. And, he is a familiar face in the iSTEAM lab.

Ezra wants to become a structural engineer.

Curtis Middle School Outstanding Students Eighth-grader Amy Barrios is the perfect role model. She excels in Ordinance 218). Placing taxes in a separate fund is classified as a ‘special tax’ and needs 2/3 majority vote from residents, said Graham.

all her classes and inspires her classmates through her work habits and willingness to improve herself. Amy hasn’t chosen a career path yet, but her teacher is sure she will go far no matter what she decides.

Eighth-grader Fernando CruzRodriguez is a phenomenal student. He continually works to improve himself, and he is currently applying that drive on a STEM project designed to help

teachers become more efficient.

Fernando wants to attend UCLA and become a civil engineer.

Eighth-grader Brisa GuzmanPuente is a detail-oriented problem solver. When she sees a need, she devotes herself to solving the problem. She strives to push herself to be the best she can be. Brisa wants to attend college to learn how to help animals as a veterinarian or an animal rescue worker.

the approximately $4 million in the seperate fund will be placed in the general fund, according to staff reports.

tion that statement about ‘such other issues’”, she said. “I suggest striking that clause.”

“If it’s going to be a general tax, it cannot be placed in a separate fund and cannot be restricted,” said Graham.

Garcia alluded specific wording in the amended ordinance that reads, “...or for such other uses as the Mayor and City Council may direct,” is an open invitation to allow officials to divert money for other uses. The redirected use of the art funds would upset developers that think the money is being used for cultural development.

The Council’s decision means

“Those developers would ques-

The new amendment proposed by staff last Wednesday reverts the language back to the 1986 version.

City Manager Andrea ScottMiller confirmed they will approach the Council regarding potential uses for the revenue, including arts and cultural uses.

Councilman John Valdivia said the tax may impact commercial building in the city, placing “ankle weights” on developers.

“I’d like a full analysis and a report back from staff to the Council regarding these fees,” he said.

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San Bernardino City Fine Arts Commissioner Dorothy Garcia, left, alluded specific wording in the amended ordinance that reads openly invites officials to divert money for other uses. She is pictured with husband Ernie Garcia.

Lowrider back,” said Larry Diaz Jr., a member of the St. Life Car Club.

“We cherish not just the community, but everybody. Everything we do is to give back to those in need.”

Colton-based community advocate Paul Rasso was present to help coordinate the event with Garcia. Rasso said they give out awards to participants for different categories like “best custom” and “best classic,” which also serves as an incentive for the car

clubs that come out to participate.

Another important factor in the car club community is family bonding. Diaz Jr.’s dad, Larry Diaz Sr., is one of the founding fathers of St. Life Car Club, established back in 1978. Diaz Sr. said he believes the lowrider culture continues to evolve.

“We don’t just own these cars, we all work and also have businesses,” Diaz Sr. said. “But we still find it very important to contribute and give back.”

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Larry Diaz Sr., one of the founding fathers of San Bernardino’s St. Life Car Club, spends his time customizing “Pretty,” his 1979 Buick Regal Limited.

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Exhibits, Theatre & Seminars, Workshops: Saturday, November 25 - December 17 - the Redlands Footlighters present “My Three Angels” by Samuel and Bella Spewack based on La Cuisine Des Anges by Albert Hudson and directed by Mia Mercado. This delightful comedy is set in 1910 in French Guiana. Three exiled convicts take on an evil cousin set on taking over a family business. Employing all their criminal art and penal grace they manage to save the business for the family that employed them and redeem themselves as living angels.

Performances at the theatre, 1810 Barton Road in Redlands next to the historic Assistencia, will run 8:00 p.m. on Nov. 25, Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, & 16; at 2:00 p.m. on Nov. 26, Dec. 3, 10, & 17. For ticket information call the box office at 909.793.2909 or visit: tickets@RedlandsFootlighters.org.

Thursday, November 30 - the California State University, San Bernardino Music Department presents Holiday Gala. Featured are performances by the the CSUSB Chamber Orchestra, Opera, Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, and Vocal Jazz. This family friendly event has a 4:30 p.m. matinee and an evening performance at 7:30 p.m. at the campus’s Recital Hall. For ticket information visit: cal.csusb.edu.

Saturday, December 2 - Sunday, December 3 - Annual Made in Redlands Open Studio Tour will

Now - February 10, 2019 - the Los Angeles County Museum’s Autry Museum of the American West presents “La Raza”. This exhibit features more than 200 archive photos from La Raza, the Los Angeles Newspaper Central to the Chicano Rights Movement in the 1960s and 1970s. Between 1967 and 1977, La Raza was witness to and participant in the movement for social justice. The Museum is located at 4700 Western Heritage Way in Los Angeles.

allow the public to meet local artists, and witness how and where they make their work. This is an opportunity to buy original holiday gifts. Participating in this event are: the San Bernardino County Museum, Redlands Arts Association, Redlands Glass Museum and TuckerWork Art Studio. The public may view a pop up exhibit “Made in Redlands” to preview the Open Stu- Save the Date: dios Tour at the San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 Orange Tree Sunday, November 26 - KimLane. For information call: berly Crest, 1325 Prospect Drive, 909.307.2669.

Redlands presents Holiday Open House & Tour from 4:00 to 6:00 Now - December 31 - Magic of p.m. This special tour includes Lights Fontana presents A Spectac- champagne and hors d’oeurves. ular Mile-Long Drive-Through Tickets are available at kimberlyHoliday Lights Experience at the crest.org.

Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana. This event is a 1.5Tuesday, November 28 to mile drive-thru featuring LED disWednesday, November 29 plays and digital animation. The 20GIVE BIG to 30- minute experience is family To Donate, Go To friendly and affordable. Times inwww.givebigsbcounty.org clude: Sunday - Thursday from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. and Sundays from 5:30 to 10 p.m. For ticket information Thursday, November 30 - the visit: www.magicoflights.com.

City of Colton will hold its Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony from Now - January 7, 2018 - the Sam 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 650 and Alfreda Maloof Foundation for N. La Cadena Drive. Music will inArts and Crafts presents New Na- clude a Christmas Choir and hot tive: Toward New Mythologies at chocolate courtesy of the Colton the Jacobs Education Gallery Cen- Chamber. ter featuring more than 50 works by eleven indigenous artists.

Thursday, November 30 - S.B. According to curator and artist Generation Now presents BandTony Abeyta (Navajo), "We are ex- stand. This event features music, ploring ways that traditional forms and the spoken word with an opporand practices, iconography and an- tunity to buy crafts directly from arcestral mythologies influence the tisans. This event starts at 6:00 p.m. expression of contemporary Native at the Garcia Center for the Arts, artists' modernity, technology and 536 West 11th Street, San social priorities."

Bernardino.

Featured artists (and tribal affiliations) include: Christi Belcourt Friday, December 1 - the Inland (Metis), Gerald Clarke, Jr. Empire Black Chamber of Com(Cahuilla), Craig George (Navajo - merce presents the 2017 BCCIE Dine), Steven Paul Judd Annual Multicultural Chamber (Kiowa/Choctaw), Monty Little Holiday Mixer from 5:30 to 8:30 (Dine), Cannupa Hanska Luger p.m. at Raquel’s Jazz Lounge, 134 (Arikara/Hidatsa/Mandan/Lakota), S. Riverside Ave., Rialto. This event Kent Monkman (Cree), Cara will feature introduction of new Romero (Chemehuevi), Diego members, an Ugly Sweater Contest, Romero (Cochiti Pueblo), and Pre- live entertainment, raffle prizes and ston Singletary (Tlingit). Admission great food. For information call: is free. For information and gallery 844.332.2433 x 902. hours call: 909.980.0412 or visit: malooffoundation.org.

Sunday, December 3 - the Uni-

versity of Redlands School of Music, 1300 E. Colton Ave., presents Feast of Lights at 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. The Feast of Lights is a service of worship celebrating - in spoken word, tableaux, song and orchestral offering - the birth of Jesus Christ.

At the conclusion of the service there is the traditional Ceremony of Candles, adapted from an ancient rite, to symbolize the light of Christ’s message throughout the world. For tickets visit: www.redlands.edu.

a snow hill, Vendor Lane, live entertainment, cookies with Santa, static displays, games, crafts, and a Tree Lighting Ceremony. For vendor information call: 909.384.5233.

For parade information call: 909.881.9622.

Saturday, December 9 - the City of Rialto presents Holiday Parade and Vendor Fair. Parade starts at 10:00 a.m. at Foothill Blvd and will end at the Rialto Civic Center, 150 S. Palm Ave. The Fair will feature vendors, winter crafts and photos Friday, December 8 - the City of with Santa and will conclude at 2:00 Rialto will hold its official Tree p.m. For information call: Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. at 909.421.4949. the Rialto Civic Center, 150 S. Palm. Mr. And Mrs. Claus will be in Saturday, December 9 - the City attendance to kick off the holiday of Colton Community Services Deseason that will feature music and partment and the Colton Chamber treats. Participants are asked to of Commerce present Christmas bring an item of canned food and/or Parade & Christmas in the Park toy to benefit Rialto’s Child Assis- from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at tance and Hearts to Share. For infor- Fleming Park, 535 North La Camation call: 909.421.4949. dena. The Parade starts at 10:00 on the corner of O Street and La CaSaturday, December 9 - Mi dena and finishes at Fleming Park Cocina and the Imperials Car Club featuring live entertainment, venpresent 2nd Annual “Xmas for dors, food, fun zone and craft venHomeless Children” Toy Drive dors. For Parade entry and from noon to 3:00 p.m. at Mi sponsorship information call: Cocina, 27961 Highland Ave., 909.825.2222 and for vendor inforHighland. Bring unwrapped toys mation call: Lisa at 909.370.6108. and show off your car or motorcycle. All donations benefit the Home- Saturday, December 9 - the Naless Women and Children of the tional Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Time for Change Foundation. Also Inc. Delta Rho Chapter presents the come and meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus. 7th Annual Educators’ Prayer For information call: Carlos Mar- Breakfast from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. tinez at 909.536.6969. at the National Orange Show Renaissance Room, 689 South E Street, Saturday, December 9 - the San Bernardino. Keynote Speaker is Women’s Club of San Bernardino 3rd District County Supervisor presents Holiday Luncheon & James Ramos. To R.S.V.P. Call: Fashion Show at 11:30 a.m. at 503 Joyce Payne at 909.883.2921.

W. 31st Street (corner of 31st. & E St.). This event features a great lunch, fashions by Dress Barn, door Favorite Quote: prizes and holiday baskets. For tick- “ Never get tired of doing little ets and information call: things for others, sometimes those 909.882.6391. little things occupy the biggest parts of their hearts” Saturday, December 9 - the City - Unknown of San Bernardino kicks off the holiday season with Winter WonderTo submit an event or information land Festivities with the 40th for Gloria's Corner please email: Annual YMCA Christmas Pa- gloscalendar@gmail.com. rade at 10:00 a.m. beginning at the corner of Highland and Valencia Deadline is Friday at noon each and concluding at the east entrance week. of Perris Hill Park. Winter Wonderland at Perris Hill Park begins Also visit: www.iecn.com for onat 11:00 a.m. and ends at 6:00 p.m. line news and follow us on FaceThis family friendly event includes book @IECNWeekly.

SBSO concer t to feature Br oadway gr eats alongside local talent

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ollowing their widely praised 89th season opening concert in October, the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra will return to the historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts December 2 for their annual holiday concert. Entitled “Holiday Scenes,” the performance will feature Broadway stars, Dale Kristien and Bill Hutton, as well as elite choral ensemble Loma Linda Academy Pro Musica under the direction of Kristian Leukert. The playbill will include a variety of holiday music inclusive of both classical and popular pieces.

“We wanted to offer an evening that would be as appealing to fans of traditional classical music as it is for families seeking an entre to the holiday season,” said Symphony Board President Dean McVay. “While a departure from our usual concert fare, we believe the dazzling range of music in this family-friendly event is the perfect combination to delight our valued audience.”

Guest conductor Corey Hirsch

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Dale Kristien will be one of the featured Broadway artists to perform at the holiday concert. will complete the first half of the concert with three orchestral masterpieces he especially selected for this performance.

Following a brief intermission, the evening will take a more lyrical turn as Kristien (best known for her portrayal of Christine Daae in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera) and Hutton (who created the role of Joseph in the original Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”) take the

stage to perform five Broadway favorites by Andrew Lloyd Webber: All I Ask of You , Close Every Door, Any Dream Will Do, Think of Me, and Music of the Night.

The second half will conclude with a blend of traditional and contemporary holiday favorites including Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride, Franz Schubert’s Ave Maria, Harry Simeone’s version of Little Drummer Boy, Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane’s Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Adolphe Adams’s Oh, Holy Night, and Jill and Sy Miller’s Let There Be Peace on Earth with which the Orchestra has closed each proceeding holiday concert.

And if that is not enough, we have it on good authority that within this winter wonderland of sight and sound, Santa Claus himself will be in attendance, and may bring along a special friend or two.

The concert is made possible through a generous grant from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians.

The concert will begin at 7:30

p.m. at the historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. 4th Street, San Bernardino.

Tickets, which begin at just $10 for students and active military, may be purchased by calling (909)

381-5388 or on-line at www.sanbernardinosymphony.org. General admission tickets are also available with limited availability at the theater box office prior to each event.

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OPINION&LETTERS More community involvement can transfor m San Ber nardino

provide programs that benefit homeless children, women, and men. They are home to more than 300 volunteers from the Inland Empire. People like Henry Garcia, lifetime residents of San Bernardino, have invested personal time to connect with the community.

There is also the Inland Congregations United for Change and the Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement. Together the clergy organizations have garnered hundreds to walk the streets for peace. They’ve held forums and personal visits with city leaders, demanding they address gun violence among youth. One can participate by simply joining a “peace walk” every last Thursday of the month.

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see unoccupied homes boarded up and empty businesses that used to have a normal clientele. It’s all too common to hear gunshots, wailing sirens, and helicopters at night.

For many of us San Bernardino residents, it’s all we know.

Despite the inroads we’ve made through education and technology, our society continues to see rampant levels of drug use, gang violence, and homelessness. In fact, they’ve worsened in areas like San Bernardino.

Through the years I’ve heard how bad our city is. “Get out of there,” they would say. “Be safe where you go.” Recent tragedies and controversies have helped to spur a negative portrayal of the city.

I understand these frustrations.

Trust me, I’ve lived here all my life and also see what goes on in the streets. Families living out of motels, transients shooting heroin at local parks, and mothers shedding tears are disheartening experiences.

Nonetheless, instead of complaining how bad San Bernardino is, we can pitch in to help improve our situation. How do you ask? There are endless opportunities to take advantage of.

Organizations such as Mary’s Mercy Center in San Bernardino

Time for Change Foundation’s Kim Carter, a formerly drug addicted prisoner of the state, is leading a nonprofit that helps atrisk women and their children to get their lives back on track. Their rapid housing services and oneon-one counseling wouldn’t be possible without the support they’ve received from community residents.

Remember, cleaning a park or donating items to a local shelter or charity is also an admirable, yet simple act of kindness. It’s as easy as taking out the trash.

Through my reporting I’ve realized there are residents who do feel passionate about San Bernardino. They are proud of our city and acknowledge San Bernardino has potential for growth. Their vision and leadership exemplifies the good that exists in our struggling, yet vibrant community.

However, they can’t improve the city on their own. It is up to us to take initiative and get involved.

We need to educate ourselves on the issues of our community if we want to improve.

Acknowledging our city’s woes is commonplace, but we can’t stay stagnant in that negativity.

Improving San Bernardino’s condition will have to go beyond the armchair critiques of a few disgruntled residents. Involving ourselves with optimism will help this city move towards a brighter future.

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The Kremlin, LBJ, and the JFK Assassination

By Dr. Paul Kengor

President Trump recently authorized a mass declassification of documents relating to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in November 1963.

Among the material subsequently released, one document that instantly grabbed headlines was a December 1966 FBI memo reporting the reaction of Soviet and Communist Party USA officials to the Kennedy shooting.

The document was headlined in (among other publications) the New York Post, which, in turn, was flagged at the top of the Drudge Report, which attracted a lot of readers. Old JFK conspiracy theorists picked up the torch and were off and running.

“The Soviet Union theorized that President Lyndon B. Johnson could have been behind JFK’s assassination,” began the New York Post, “and also learned Moscow could be blamed and attacked, according to documents in a major release of files related to Kennedy’s slaying.”

This sounds very intriguing, and very new. It isn’t new. And it also requires crucial historical context, especially as certain conspiracy theorists thump their chest in quasi-vindication. Here I’d like to offer that context before delving into the contents of the newly declassified FBI memo.

I provide the context in a book that was published in May. That book, A Pope and a President, focused on Pope John Paul II and Ronald Reagan, and deals at length with the Soviet role in the shooting of John Paul II, but also deals with the Soviet disinformation campaign launched in response to the Kennedy assassination.

The Soviets were extremely cynical and extremely shrewd. In

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late November 1963, they immediately saw how the American left reacted to the Kennedy shooting. American liberals didn’t waste a minute hysterically blaming everything and everyone but Lee Harvey Oswald and his love of communism, the USSR, and Castro’s Cuba. Of course, those were the obvious motivations behind the bullet fired into the head of America’s young president. And yet, liberals back then, in November 1963, attempted to blame the shooting on “right-wing hysteria,” on “conservatism,” on right-wing “hate.” They smeared the entire city of Dallas as a “City of Hate.” They fingered right-wing “extremism,” “paranoia,” “kooks,” gun violence, and an assorted list of bogeymen on the right. They even oddly hurled stones at the rightist, intensely anti-communist John Birch Society. This was an especially brazen charge given that Oswald in April 1963 had tried to assassinate Edwin Walker, a retired U.S. Army general who headed the Dallas chapter of the Birch Society; in fact, Oswald used the same rifle to shoot Kennedy.

Nonetheless, American liberals had their narrative, and it did not take long for them to run with it to besmirch their domestic political opponents.

tour of top KGB “sister” services in the Communist Bloc. “From him,” recalls Pacepa, “we in the DIE [Romanian intelligence] learned that the KGB had already launched a worldwide disinformation operation aimed at diverting public attention away from Moscow in respect to the Kennedy assassination, and at framing the CIA as the culprit.”

Nikita Khrushchev himself, said Sakharovsky, wanted it made clear to the sister services that “this was by far our first and most important task.” It was crucial “to spread our version about the assassination before Washington could spread its own, so that our disinformation machinery could plant the idea on virgin soil that the CIA was responsible for the crime.” They also circulated rumors that Lyndon Johnson specifically and the “military-industrial complex” generally had been involved.

To repeat: The Kremlin peddled deliberate disinformation about the alleged role of LBJ in killing Kennedy.

The effort would be called Operation Dragon. It became, said Pacepa, one of the most successful disinformation operations in contemporary history. Pacepa points to Hollywood film director Oliver Stone’s 1991 movie, JFK, which blamed the Kennedy assassination on a cabal that included the CIA, Lyndon Johnson, and the military-industrial complex. It was nominated for eight Academy Awards, and won two.

The material from Pacepa is just one source for this information. There are other excellent sources, but I need not lay them out here. Generally, they show how Moscow did its dirtiest to direct eyes of suspicion elsewhere, especially toward “ultraright” elements in the United States. Pravda would claim that American “reactionaries” were exploiting Kennedy’s death to try to “fan anti-Soviet and antiCuban hysteria.”

No sooner than the very afternoon of the assassination, Chief Justice Earl Warren blamed Kennedy’s shooting on “the hatred and bitterness that has been injected into the life of our nation by bigots.” In his eulogy at Kennedy’s funeral, Democratic Senator Mike Mansfield attributed the shooting to “bigotry, hatred, and prejudice.” Popular columnist Drew Pearson blamed the shooting on a “hate drive.” In his first column after the assassination, James “Scotty” Reston, longtime liberal columnist for the New York Times, lamented the “violent streak” and “strain of madness” plaguing America, which he placed at the feet of “extremists on the right.” Since the beginning of his administration, Kennedy had been “trying to damp down the violence of the extremists on the Right.” “America wept,” said Reston, not only for its dead young president, “but for itself.”

That’s the context we already knew — or should have known — prior to the new Trump declassification of a December 1, 1966 FBI memo titled, “Reaction of Soviet and Communist Party Officials to the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy.”

As to the first point, Pacepa recalls the date November 26, 1963, four days after Kennedy’s death. On that day, Soviet General Aleksandr Sakharovsky landed unannounced in Bucharest, where he met with Pacepa and other high-level members of Romanian intelligence and leadership. This was to be his first stop in a “blitz”

Dr. Paul Kengor is professor of political science and executive director of The Center for Vision & Values at Grove City College.

His latest book (April 2017) is A Pope and a President: John Paul II, Ronald Reagan, and the Extraordinary Untold Story of the 20th Century. He is also the author of 11 Principles of a Reagan Conservative.

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Word s to Live By : S en ior citize ns h ave va lu e Education.

As a retiree (age 72) she exercises regularly at the Highland YMCA and writes poetry. No coach potato is she. Here’s an example of her poetry.

Dr. Bill Abersold

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here are not many areas in life that I’m defensive about. But one, for sure, is when seniors are denigrated as being worthless in current society.

In a recent article I reminded readers about seniors being essential to our economy.

My emphasis today is on the value that seniors make and things they do. None of them are couch potatoes.

Cheryl Jordan. She is a retired counselor from Fontana High School. She is also a retired adjunct professor from the University of Redlands School of

Wishes Maybe we only get so many wishes that come true; I’ll save mine up for a special time. Postponing death or illness, Big things, I’ll have saved a stack of.

Wishing chips to bargain with.

The universe, careful not to waste them on finding a parking space, or winning a Panda bear at the fun zone place.

Cheryl’s poetry is just a prelude to eight others-four women and four men that prove being seniors is not for the lazy, weak and faint of heart. They were chosen at random.

Carolyn is 71 years old with four siblings. She is a widow and the mother of two children. She worked for 30 years as a Purchasing Agent. She is active in her church and the Highland Senior Center, and exercises regularly.

An avid reader and describes herself as FRIENDLY. Which she is.

Donald is 68 years old with two younger siblings and three children. He has been married for 39 years and before he retired he worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 39 years.

He exercises regularly and is very active in the Highland Senior Center. He especially enjoys cruising with his wife. Seemingly he has few ailments. No wonder his favorite description is HAPPY. Patsy is 83 years old and a widow. A native from Ohio, she was a bookkeeper for 62 years.

She is very active in her church, watching movies and having lunch with friends.

She has several ailments that keep her from exercising: arthritis, HBP, cholesterol. Patsy has 2 living children and has traveled extensively.

The word BLESSED is her favorite word.

Paul was born in 1939 (78). He is single and has two children.

Paul loves stock car racing and working on his classic car. He is a military veteran of 20 years and was in Vietnam.

His favorite words are: EASY GOING. By the way, he exercises in a local gym.

Tess is a neighbor. She is 64 years old and has two children.

She must use hearing aids. She has five living siblings and two children. After 18 years of marriage she is now single. Her hobbies are photography and painting portraits.

Her father was a Baptist minister and she participates in a Bible study every day. She is a prolific painter of portraits when she isn’t babysitting. The word that best describes her is SERVANT. Rich is a motorcycle enthusiast and has raced competently. He is married and has three sons. He is 74 years old but looks about 50.

He has one sibling. He and Linda have lived in Highland for over 50 years. Rich was a cement contractor and inspector and currently he raises chickens. Both of them exercise at the local YMCA. His word is CURIOUS. Sandra was born in Honduras and is 63 years old and has five living siblings. She has three children and is a widow. She is a retired teacher.

Although she is diabetic, Sandra exercises regularly and attends a weekly Bible study. She likes to crochet, read and visiting her fam-

ily.

Her favorite word to describe herself is FRIENDLY. Dale is a living miracle. He is a cancer survivor. At age 60 he looks like he could be a linebacker for the Patriots. He has two siblings and one daughter.

For 39 years he worked as a pipe fitter and building inspector. In addition to cancer he is a diabetic and has neuropathy. He thoroughly enjoys exercising, shooting, fishing, traveling and car restoration. He is 60 years old.

BULLHEADED is his word.

I’ll close this article with another of Cheryl’s poems. In reading them remember she has a poignant thought she is writing about.

To Be Thoughtful I wanted to carry books in my arms. Have them around me; stacked and piled everywhere. If only they’d spill themselves. Spill themselves and flow straight into my nerve cells. I’d be thoughtful, I’d be wise. If only the words could get inside.

Amen. Selah. So be it.

Poetr y O u t L oud co mp eti ti on encou ra ges I E h i gh sch ools to p ar ti ci pate

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By Fernanda M. Tovar

tional opportunity for the students to find their voice,” Wallis said.

nce again, it is time for local students to show- Teachers can register online or case their poetic artistry by contacting Wallis at Arts Conby registering for the 4th Annual nection, The Arts Council for San San Bernardino County Poetry Out Bernardino County at (909) 381Loud Competition by Nov. 30th.

Danielle Wallis, executive director of the Arts Connection, said this is a great way for students to get involved with poetry.

“I wish I had practiced more public speaking when I was young so this is a good opportunity for the kids to get involved,” Wallis said.

Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages students to study poetry by providing educational materials and organizing a recitation competition among high schools across the country.

Students begin by competing in their own classrooms. The winners advance to a school-wide competition then to the state competition., The winner of state and their guardian will be flown, all expenses paid, to Washington, D.C. to compete in national finals on April 24-25, 2018. The Poetry Out Loud National champion will receive a $20,000 award.

Regarding the poetry that is recited at the competition, students can choose from an anthology that contains 900 classic and contemporary poems. Through this tedious process, students learn about poetry through memorization, performance, and competition.

The San Bernardino contest is organized by Arts Connection and scheduled for Feb. 3, 2018, 3 to 5 p.m. at The Garcia Center for the Arts located at 536 W. 11th St in San Bernardino. “This is an excep-

1900. They will need to provide basic information such as the name of the school, names of students and teachers who will participate, and names of students who will be competing.

For the 2016-2017 Poetry Out Loud competition over 310,000 students from 2,300 schools competed nationwide.

Wallis hopes more high schools will register and participate in

order to keep this competition and its importance growing.

“So far we have seven high schools registered and I encourage others to do so, as well.”

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A time to be grateful at the Highland Senior Center

By Ricardo Tomboc

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n Saturday, Nov. 18 the Highland Senior Center held its annual Thanksgiving event. All seats in the house were taken. Over 300 meals were served consisting of a traditional Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings and dessert.

Highland Senior Center Executive Director Penny Mandigo Lilburn, who is also the Mayor of the City of Highland, opened the festivities by thanking her staff, volunteers, patrons, and guests. Jeff Novak gave the invocation.

Several volunteers came to help with the Thanksgiving meal.

Many of those serving were from the Southern California Gas Company who have faithfully assisted the senior center since 2006. Gas Company volunteers helped with traffic and parking control, food preparation, meal service, and cleanup after the event.

Among the volunteers were a few senior center members such as Michael and Sharon Pierce.

The couple volunteer at the senior center during the week - Sharon helps out in the thrift store and Michael helps with organizing field trips and serves lunch to members. Michael recently retired from Beaver clinic and was recruited by his wife Sharon to help at the senior center. The Pierces are also active members of their church, Calvary Chapel of San Bernardino.

After Thanksgiving dinner guests were invited to have their portraits taken by a local photographer who donated his services to the center.

The Thanksgiving meal is just one of the many activities provided by the Highland Senior Center, which offers a variety of classes, activities, field trips, lunch programs, outreach programs, free ballroom dance classes, and a “Koffee Klub”.

Seniors who reside anywhere in the Inland Empire are welcome to join the Highland Senior Center, located just inside the main entrance of Patton State Hospital, 3102 E. Highland Ave.

IECN PHOTOS RICARDO TOMBOC Clockwise from top right: Volunteers Lisa and Terry McNemar; volunteers Michael and Sharon Pierce; Highland City Mayor and Highland Senior Center Executive Director Penny Lilburn and Jeff Novak, who gave the invocation; volunteers serving traditional Thanksgiving dinner; volunteers serving at the food line

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MARYJOY DUNCAN

The Rialto Business and Professional Women held its annual Holiday Tea on Sunday, Nov. 19 at the Grace Vargas Senior Center where dozens were in attendance to celebrate women entrepreneurship and raise money for scholarships.

The BPW board surprised Lynn Hertz when they bestowed to her the Woman of the Year Award. Business of the Year award went to Susan Bean, and the club’s newly created Moving the Needle Award went to Trapp Elementary School Librarian Candace Rojas for her efforts in engaging students in a knitting project to benefit endangered rhinos.

BPW Vice President Alejandra Gonzales, a former recipient of a scholarship from BPW, expressed her gratitude for the economic support in helping her earn her Master’s in Public Administration.

Keynote speaker was San Bernardino Community College District Board of Trustee Vice President and IECN Publisher Gloria Macias Harrison.

Pictured above are (L-R) Lynn Hertz, Linda Rickert and Dottie Skaggs.

Pictured left: Luvina Beckley Knight, Rialto BPW President Carmen Palmer and Gloria Macias Harrison.

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Jonah Reyes recovering at ‘good pace’ months after being struck by car

By Anthony Victoria

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ince the day Jonah arrived from the hospital after a car struck him in June, he’s recovered at a good pace.

Despite having rods in his right arm and leg, the 8-year-old is walking on his own, explained his father Gilbert Reyes.

“There’s been hiccups here and there,” Reyes expressed. “But we’ve been looking on the bright side.”

Recovering mentally will be the challenge for Jonah, explained Reyes. Being a child and watching others enjoy themselves has taken a toll on the Grant Elementary School third grader. The sound of speeding cars, and even riding inside a moving vehicle, makes Jonah anxious.

“Imagine an 8-year-old that can’t be an 8-year-old,” said Reyes. “So many parties he’s missed. You can see it on his face that he just wants to play. He’s constantly telling me, ‘Dad, I moved too slow, I should have moved faster.’ And I tell him it’s not his fault.”

Both Reyes and Jonah constantly replay the events that occured on the evening of June 13, 2017. The Reyeses visited the home of the Ruiz family, which sits near the intersections of 8th and Oak Streets and La Cadena Drive--a roadway that is becoming a cause for concern to residents due to its curve.

According to a traffic collision report prepared by the Colton Police Department, the driver of the Honda Civic that hit Jonah was excessively speeding down La Cadena Drive and lost control of the vehicle as he turned the corner.

Reyes said he remembers stand-

ing on the driveway of the Ruiz’s driveway at 1163 N. La Cadena when he saw the speeding Civic run over the curb of the home and through wooden posts before striking Jonah, thrusting him into the wall of the neighbor’s home on 1161 N. La Cadena.

Through the rubble, Reyes found his son trapped under the Civic, which continued running despite being damaged by the impact of the the crash. “[Jonah] said he’s angry at the person that hit him,” Reyes said about Jonah’s thoughts regarding the incident. “I think it’s OK as long as he doesn’t react to that anger. But it does get to him. I mean, that kid didn’t get charged with nothing. Even though he adIECN PHOTO FERNANDA M. TOVAR mitted he was speeding, it was Gilbert Reyes (right) and his 8-year-old son Jonah Reyes continue to deal with the aftermath of ruled an accident.” a car accident that left Jonah with a broken arm and leg in June.

Despite the annoyance and anger of not fully engaging in physical activities, Jonah continues to receive support from friends and teachers. He’s currently receiving home instruction from the Colton Joint Unified School District.

Over 1,000 celebrate Thanksgiving dinner at The Way World Outreach

“I’m glad I’m getting support,” said Jonah, who aspires to be an engineer in the future. “It makes me feel good.”

Reyes said Jonah is like his favorite superhero, Superman, a strong person that could overcome a dversity.

“It could have been a lot worse,” explained Reyes. “We all could have been wiped out. He’ll get through this, but it’s not going to be easy.”

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MJ DUNCAN

The Way World Outreach served a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings to over 1,500 community members on Tuesday.

Dignity Health serves Thanksgiving dinner, distributes free jackets

Rider. In addition, 100 large food baskets and “dinners to go” are being distributed to underprivileged families and sick individuals who could not attend the event.

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DIGNITY HEALTH

Left: San Bernardino mom, Claudia Villegas, enjoyed the family-friendly event with her three children, Ezekiel, 6, and 4-year-old twins, Nivea and Nathan.

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his week, Dignity Health - Community Hospital of San Bernardino and Dignity Health – St. Bernardine Medical Center welcomed more than 1,000 area residents to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal with fresh turkey and all the trimmings.

Hundreds of hospital employees volunteered to serve the community in need.

Attendees had the opportunity to select a free jacket or sweater donated through the hospital’s annual Share the Warmth coat drive.

The family-friendly event included face painting, balloon animals, health screenings, and bicycle safety on behalf of the Inland Empire Health Plan Rad

Below: Community Hospital of San Bernardino Hospital President June Collison, together with Victoria Selby, chief operating officer, welcome families to celebrate the holidays with a traditional Thanksgiving feast.

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Office (909) 381-9898 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: HAROLD WEIZENECKER, aka HAROLD J. WEIZENECKER, aka HAROLD JAMES WEIZENECKER CASE NO.: PRO PS 1700868

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be otherwise interested in the will or estate, or both of: HAROLD WEIZENECKER, aka HAROLD J. WEIZENECKER, aka HAROLD JAMES WEIZENECKER A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by WENDY E. LOPEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that WENDY E. LOPEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority allows the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to this petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 11/30/17 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. S37 located at 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should either appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisement of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the Court Clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Elisabeth Kempe-Olinger 290 North 10th Street, Suite 222 Colton, CA 92324 Published El Chicano 11/9/17,11/16/17,11/23/17 E-7703

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NOTICE OF WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN SALE In accordance with the California Commercial Code 7209 and 7210, Country Club Mobile Park will sell the mobile home located at 282 S Sierra Way, San Bernardino, CA 92408 by public sale on 12/05/2017 at 10:00 AM. The sale will take place on site.

The mobile home is a 1958 Universal, Serial # TE59496457, DECAL # AAC4046. The total amount of the warehouseman’s lien through 12/05/2017 is $5133.57. This lien is based on a termination of tenancy notice dated 05/08/2017.

Legal demand has been made to the registered owners, legal owners and/or lienholders to pay the lien, yet no payment was tendered within the required period. In order for you to be permitted to bid at the sale, you must be in possession of cash or a cashier’s check equal to the minimum starting bid of $5133.57. Upon purchase, the mobile must be removed from the premises. Please call 909-889-2000 for more details.

PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/23/17,11/30/17 E-7708 LIEN SALE Notice is hereby given pursuant to sections 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned will sell the following vehicles at lien sale at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Wednesday, December 6, 2017 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE HOND 12 2HGFG3B5XCH501530 6RPY083 CA To be sold by: Victor Valley Towing, 11399 E Santa Fe Rd, Hesperia, San Bernardino County, CA 92345 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the above signed for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale.

LienTek Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 443 Bonita, CA 91908 CNS-3073037# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/23/17 E-7710 LIEN SALE On 11/30/2017 at 1460 EAST END AVE POMONA, CA a Lien Sale will be held on a 2006 FORD VIN:1F6NF53Y360A02002 STATE: CA LIC: 6DWK434 at 10am.

CNS-3072859# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 11/23/17 E-7709 T.S. No. 018483-CA APN: 0274-142-09-0-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 7/31/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 12/26/2017 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 8/8/2008, as Instrument No. 2008-0362342, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of San Bernardino County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: TERESA A. LOPEZ, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE NORTH WEST ENTRANCE IN THE COURTYARD OF THE CHINO MUNICIPAL COURT, 13260 CENTRAL AVENUE,

CHINO, CA 91710 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 894 EDGEHILL DRIVE COLTON, CALIFORNIA 92324 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $276,052.21 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell.

The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information.

If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 018483-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280-2832 CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 Published Colton Courier 11/9/17,11/16/17,11/23/17 C-7377

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EMILIO PEREZ PEREZ CASE NO. PROPS1701123 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of EMILIO PEREZ PEREZ. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARIA I. GUZMAN PEREZ in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MARIA I. GUZMAN PEREZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the I n d e p e n d e n t Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 12/14/17 at 8:30AM in Dept. S35 located at 247 W. THIRD STREET, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner JASON L. GAUDY GAUDY LAW INC. 267 D STREET UPLAND CA 91786 CNS-3070700# Published Colton Courier 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/17 C-7387

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Salvation Army Red Kettle bells ring in holiday season

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IECN PHOTO RICARDO TOMBOC Former San Bernardino Mayor Patrick Morris rang the first bell Pictured from left: City of San Bernardino Fourth Ward Councilman Fred Shorett, Major Daniel of the season during the kickoff event at the Salvation Army Henderson, and Mike Gallo, candidate for Mayor, at the Red Kettle Campaign last Wednesday. Corps in San Bernardino last Wednesday.

By Ricardo Tomboc

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he Red Kettle tradition that began in 1891 in San Francisco and rapidly spread throughout the United States and into the European countries will be in its 126th year.

This year the San Bernardino Salvation Army Citadel Corps held its annual Red Kettle Campaign with a luncheon at its Pacific Street Facility on Wednesday, Nov. 15. The luncheon was attended by several Salvation Army Advisory Board members and officers and also included several civic leaders and business leaders from the community.

Bill Turner, one of the Soldiers at the Salvation Army Corps, shared his story about how he went to the Salvation Army for help many years ago. He saw people that had been transformed from their pre-

vious life, and he wanted to do the same. After a short while Bill became a volunteer and became well known in the neighborhood knowing most everyone by their first names. Bill, affectionately called “Uncle Bill” by his friends, became a mentor and a supporter of many of the people that came for help. Bill was hired by the Corps and took on many responsibilities.

Now after several years of service, Turner will be retiring at age 80, by the end of the year; but will return as a volunteer.

Former San Bernardino Mayor Pat Morris and Superior Court Judge was the keynote speaker for the event. Morris gave a history of the “Red Kettle” and its tradition. Morris talked about his longlasting partnership with the Salvation Army as a judge in Drug Court when he would send people to the non-profit for rehabilitation.

James Gonzalez was one of

those that Judge Morris assigned to the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC). During Gonzales’s recovery, a transformation took place that eventually caused him to grow in his faith and in his work responsibility. Gonzales is currently one of the main supervisors in the ARC program.

The Officer overseeing the San Bernardino Corps, Major Daniel Henderson, spoke to the audience saying, “the investments made (to the Salvation Army) will pay dividends for years to come.” The support of the community is much more important this year than in the past. The Salvation Army has experienced a 30% reduction in grant funding, but the basic needs of the community are still the same.

Ray Bloom is an Advisory Board member with the Salvation Army Corps and has taken it upon him-

self to create a “Construction Certification Program” to help people get employed. Michael Ayala completed the certification program and was hired by one of the course instructors to refurbish one of the houses on the Salvation Army property. After demonstrating his ability to work hard, Michael was hired by Elite Financial as a Lead Sales Executive.

Although most of the kettle workers are part-time seasonal employees, 30% of the Bell Ringers do volunteer their time.

Volunteers help cut the cost of the Bell Ringing program, making more funds available for clients’

needs. Volunteers are needed to help with the Bell Ringing activities every day. One person can take on an entire 6-hour shift, or several people can divide the shift into smaller segments. Musicians can perform by the kettles and a small group may choose to sing.

Businesses, churches, schools, associations, fraternal organizations, social groups, clubs, teams, etc. are encouraged to sign up and take on a kettle.

Call 909-888-1336 for more information on volunteering or to make a direct donation to the Salvation Army Corps.

Rialto students get hands on with Crown Lift Trucks

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Rialto High School students learn about performance statistics of a Crown RM6025 Monolift. The hands-on learning event was sponsored by Universal Technical Institute.

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n Friday, Nov. 17 more than 50 students from the automotive programs at Rialto and Yucaipa High Schools toured Crown Lift Trucks’ stateof-the-industry facilities in Ontario. They got a first-hand look at

the sophisticated technology behind their world-class lift trucks, explored careers and auto and diesel technicians and participated in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities.

“These Future Tech Events are a

way to give local students interested in a technical career the chance to meet with regional employers to ask questions, get upclose-and-personal with the equipment and learn about the skilled training needed to pursue their dream careers,” said Daniel Sweeney, Regional Director of Field Admissions, Universal Technical Institute.

IECN PHOTOS RICARDO TOMBOC The students also learned how Above: SB County Supervisor James Ramos and former Assemthey can get the education and training needed succeed in auto- blywoman Cheryl Brown are longtime supporters of the Salvamotive and diesel technician jobs, tion Army. which are abundant, pay well and offer plenty of career opportunities.

“When our students visit a successful business like Crown Lift, they get a hands-on glimpse of what their career path can be,” said Ryan Crabtree, automotive technician instructor at Rialto High School. “Students can leave our program at Rialto, go through training at UTI and land in a career where they are all kinds of opportunities.”

According to new Bureau of Labor Statistics numbers, more than 120,000 new automotive and diesel technicians will be needed each year in the coming decade to meet industry demand.