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ARIES ~ Work. You like work. You have faith in the results it produces. Luck is important, but getting the job in front of you done to the best of your ability will put you ahead of the game this week. Work at love, or rather work for those you love. TAURUS ~ Don’t ask yourself when the answer will come. It is on its way, but it will not get here this week. Yield not to frustrations. Don’t fly off the handle and create problems for yourself later on. Chill. Time will provide the best medicine for anything that ails you this week. GEMINI ~ This week is excellent for being still and letting the wealth inside yourself produce emotional dividends. Get in touch with the forces that work behind the scenes that produce the bright facades that everyone enjoys. Take comfort in the fact that you know these forces are eternal. CANCER ~ Did external circumstance allow you to get into your true soul vibration last week? Well, last week was good for getting into a positive way of looking at what is happening. This week you’ll be called upon to express that positive way to the entire world around you. Enjoy being yourself. LEO ~ If you feel blessed this week, don’t be surprised. With last week’s soul vibration you were able to see a wonderful truth about yourself. Did you look? If you did then this week that truth will shine in everything you do. VIRGO ~ You may feel a bit frustrated that some of the miscellaneous items from your “to do” list reappear for this week. Chill. Find ways to exert excess stress positively. Everything you need to get done will be done. You’ve got what it takes! Continue to shine!

LIBRA ~ The sincere emotions that should have flowed through you last week will begin to glow more brightly this week. No matter what the emotions were, you can find the good in them this week. If you have to search deeply, do so. The good is there in abundance this week. SCORPIO ~ Energy is higher than it was last week. You might feel like the sunshine inside yourself provides blinding light. Walk into it. There are no dangers. Put dark glasses on your soul vibrations and be cool. This day is too light, too bright. SAGITTARIUS ~ You might get negative answers to an important question this week so you should have a backup plan. And you should know that in the long run it is better that the answer was not yes. Be daring! Make efforts to move beyond your comfort zone. You’ll be glad you did. CAPRICORN ~ Don’t waste your shine on solitude. Get out and let other people see it this week. The cheerfulness that should have come into your life last week is looking for places to express. Find them. Your winning ways can win big this week. AQUARIUS ~ You like to shine. Everyone might not know it but you like to be a little superficial and playful. That side of your soul vibration is pleading for expression this week. Listen to the plea. Give it a chance but be careful of the sensitive feelings of those who experience you in another way. PISCES ~ Some say optimism is fantasy. Suppose the good thing you’re optimistic about never comes. This week you’ll know that the joy of anticipating it is joy enough. Just the certainty of coming goodness is present goodness. The joy of tomorrow is available this week.

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Black Facts Sept. 30, 1962 A large force of federal marshals escort James H. Meredith to the campus of the University of Mississippi. President John F. Kennedy federalized the Mississippi National Guard and urged Mississippians to accept the orders of the court in a radio-TV address. Sept. 30, 1962 University of Mississippi students and adults from Oxford, Miss., and other Southern communities riot on the university campus. Two people were killed and 100 or more were wounded. Sept. 30, 1936 Elombe Brath, political activist, talk show host and co-founder of the Patrice Lumumba Coalition and co-founder of the first Naturally Natural (hair) beauty contest, is born. Oct. 2, 1800 Nat Turner is born in the Tidewater region of Virginia. He became an anti-slavery revolutionary and an insurrectionist. Oct. 1, 1952 Joe Black became the first black pitcher to win a World Series game. The Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 4-2. Black was also the 1952 Rookie of the Year. Source: blackfacts.com

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Ed Welburn, GM Global Design Leader A Remarkable Man Doing a Remarkable Job BY CATHERINE KELLY PUBLISHER –THE MICHIGAN CITIZEN & SPECIAL CONTRIBUTING EDITOR TO THE NNPA Innovative design, understanding, and the importance of diversity are guiding philosophies for General Motors Vice President of Global Design, Ed Welburn. “Exposure. Reading. Travel, whenever possible … and don’t be afraid to take risks,” says Welburn about the preparation for living and working in an increasingly global world. Since 2003, Welburn, 59, is only the sixth design leader in

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General Motors’ history and heads what may be the largest design organization in the world. He leads 10 design centers in eight countries and manages 1,500 creative personalities. It’s not uncommon to find Welburn at a 6 a.m. design review or on a late-night conference call — he is, after all, accommodating the world’s time zones. Design is around the clock work at a global company. After the well-publicized news of General Motors’ financial woes, subsequent bailout and new stock offering, the company is maintaining its commitment to design. And

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Welburn is leading the effort. Welburn, one of the highestranking Black automobile executives in the world, says much of his inspiration comes from his background. Welburn has loved automobiles since he was a child when his father, a car enthusiast himself, took him to an auto show in Philadelphia. Welburn received his art training from Howard University in Washington, D.C. He attended the historically Black college in the early 1970s and said the “interdisciplinary” aspect of the experience prepared him for his current role that an art school could not have. “Life began to open up quite a bit for me when I went to Howard University. The School of Fine Arts was a fascinating place [to be.] Art, music and drama … with students like Debbie Allen, Roberta Flack, Phylicia Rashad and Donny Hathaway,” said Welburn in an interview with the Black press. He recalls hearing Flack play the piano when he was on his way to class and believes his time at Howard contributed to his creative development. Welburn said studying sculpture at Howard made his drawings much “looser” and him a better designer. “Some of my favorite

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courses were the life-drawing classes. Some of my first drawings were stiff and mechanical but

Ed Welburn by the time I left, my work had more emotion, passion … good car design has passion.” Along with his everyday work, Welburn is still involved in the arts. General Motors hosts art shows at its design center, and the auto executive has been known to paint in his

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private time. Welburn believes that creativity offers value and opportunity. While many parents may encourage their children to stay on more traditional career paths, he believes there is opportunity in creative fields such as design. See WELBURN, page 7

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BRIEFS New Hearing Date Set for Mumia Abu-Jamal Special to the NNPA from the Afro-American Newspapers Death-row inmate Mumia Abu-

Jamal will receive a new hearing on Nov. 9 to review his death sentence for the 1982 murder of a Philadelphia police officer. In late September, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third In this July 12, 1995 file photo, Mumia AbuJamal, convicted of killing Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner in 1981, leaves a Philadelphia court. The Supreme Court on Jan. 19 threw out a court ruling that invalidated AbuJamal’s death sentence for killing Faulkner. The justices ordered the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia to take another look at Abu-Jamal’s claim that the jury weighing his punishment was given flawed instructions.

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Circuit agreed to hear arguments in the case, under a directive from the U.S. Supreme Court to review Jamal’s death sentence for killing Philadelphia Police Officer Daniel Faulkner. In an e-mail to supporters, Jamal’s defense lawyer Robert Bryan said, “We are cautiously encouraged that the federal court has taken this step.” Abu-Jamal was convicted in a unanimous decision by a majority White jury and sentenced to death. Born Wesley Cook, he has maintained his innocence from death row in a Pennsylvania state prison, submitting appeal requests based on allegations of judicial bias, police brutality, and an inadequate defense during his arrest and trial 28 years ago. At the time of his arrest, AbuJamal was a radio announcer and president of the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists. He was known for his outspoken political views and commentary on racial injustice and police brutality. Opponents to Abu-Jamal’s claims of innocence include the Fraternal Order of Police and Maureen Faulkner, the widow of the murdered officer. At a recent screening of the film “Barrel of a Gun,” a documentary about the case, Faulkner’s widow said the movie “will put people’s mind at rest,” according to The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Norman Brooks, Known Locally As a Singer, Passes

Study: 1 in 5 Urban Gay and Bisexual Men Got HIV

Norman B. Brooks Sr., who was one of the first African Americans to have a television show, died Sept. 17. He was 91. Born Oct. 4, 1918, Brooks was also known locally as a singer. Family members had planned to honor and celebrate Brooks’ life Sept. 25 at Guidance Church in Los Angeles.

BY MIKE STOBBE AP MEDICAL WRITER ATLANTA (AP) — A government study found one in five sexually active urban gay and bisexual men is infected with HIV, and nearly half of those infected don't know they have the disease. The study is considered the largest to look at urban gay and bisexual men at high risk for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. More than 8,000 men in 21 U.S. cities were tested and interviewed. The new study echoed earlier research that found men who were black and had lower incomes were the most likely to be infected and to not know it. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the results Sept. 23. The study is being published in a CDC publication, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Online: CDC report: http://www. cdc.gov/mmwr.

Chicago’s Black Leaders Looking at Mayor Hopefuls CHICAGO (AP) — The head of the Chicago City Council's black caucus says a broad coalition that includes clergy, business people and union leaders could team up to support one candidate in the race for mayor. Alderman Walter Burnett says the coalition is being formed to ensure the interests of the black community are taken into account by the next mayor. He says the candidate doesn’t necessarily have to be black. But he or she should be willing to address issues important to the black community, including schools, crime, housing and increasing the amount of city business awarded to minorities. Burnett says the process for interviewing candidates is still being determined, and a firm timeline to pick someone has not yet been set.

Black Facts Oct. 3, 1904 Mary McLeod Bethune opens Daytona Normal and Industrial School in Daytona Beach, Fla. In 1923, the school merges with Cookman Institute and became Bethune-Cookman College. Source: blackfacts.com

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Black Farmers Rally on Capitol Hill BY C.K. MORELAND JR. SPECIAL TO THE NNPA WASHINGTON — John Boyd, a fourth generation farmer, wants it to be clear: His effort to secure Congressional funding for a discrimination settlement that Black farmers reached with the U.S. Department of Agriculture is not the pursuit of “reparation.” “It’s (about) discrimination,” John Boyd, the president of the National Black Farmers Association told Fox News. “It’s about justice.

Black farmers have not been getting justice.” Black farmers originally filed a lawsuit against USDA in 1997 and reached a settlement agreement in 1999. Even though thousands filed claims in the settlement, many more were unaware of the deadline. A second deadline was set for September of 2000 but only a small percentage of those farmers filing claims were declared eligible for payment. Now, nearly a decade later, Black farmers are still waiting for

Congresswoman Maxine Waters stood with Black farmers on Capitol Hill, in the nation’s capitol, to fight to get the Black farmers bill passed by the U.S. Senate.

funding for the Black Farm bill. President Obama proposed adding more than $1 billion to settle the suit and the plaintiffs agreed. However, the money could have been allocated by Congress by March 31, but it was not. Standing in solidarity beside the Black farmers were members of the Congressional Black Caucus, including Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX); CBC Chair Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA); and former CBC Chair Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA), who has been standing with the Black farmers since the mid-1990s. See BLACK FARMERS, page 9

John Boyd surrounded by Congressional Black Caucus Chair Congresswoman Barbara Lee, left, and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, is fighting to get the Black farmers bill passed by the U.S. Senate.

John Boyd, in his orange traitor Justice, lead the march from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. to demand justice for Black farmers. Photos by Fred Watkins

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Mega-church Pastor: “I Am Not Perfect” BY DAVID STOKES SPECIAL TO THE NNPA FROM THE ATLANTA INQUIRER “It is easier to build strong chil-

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Bishop Eddie Long, left, embraces a friend, Sept. 26, at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta.

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Bishop Eddie Long walks to the pulpit with his wife, Vanessa Long, Sept. 26, at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta. Bishop Eddie Long, the pastor of a Georgia megachurch accused of luring young men into sexual relationships, has told his congregation of thousands that all people must face painful and distasteful situations. jewelry and other gifts, allegedly purchased with church funds. In addition, the plaintiffs were allegedly put on the church’s payroll. The other gifts were described as — airplane trips within the United States and abroad, luxury hotel stays, and access to numerous celebrities,

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Nuggets’ Anthony Focuses on Hoops, Not The Hoopla BY PAT GRAHAM AP SPORTS WRITER DENVER — Carmelo Anthony is focused on hoops, not the hoopla surrounding his future in Denver. Anthony joined his Nuggets teammates on the first day of training camp Tuesday, calling the court his “safe haven,� a place where he doesn’t have to “deal with all the other stuff.� For now, Anthony remains a member of the Nuggets after a person with knowledge of the discussions said a four-way deal that would have sent Anthony to New Jersey was “dead.� The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because he wasn’t authorized to speak publicly about the trade. Still, Anthony’s days in Denver could very well be numbered. Anthony’s powder blue jersey, soaked in sweat after a more than two-hour practice, was proof of an honest day’s work Tuesday. The All-Star forward became almost agitated when asked if he might give anything less than 100 percent considering his uncertainty with the team. “I love the game too much to disrespect the game like that,� said Anthony, who averaged 28.2 points last season in leading the Nuggets to their second straight Northwest Division title. “Anytime I step on the court, I’m going to give it my all, regardless of what’s going on, what’s the situation. “This is basketball. I focus on basketball — it’s something I know how to do and I love to do. As far as my effort on the court, nobody can question that.� Nuggets coach George Karl gave Anthony an “A� for his effort after practice, saying he thought his star was “very professional, very mature.� Karl remains hopeful that Anthony will stick around. Anthony has yet to sign off on a three-year, $65 million extension that's been on the table since June,

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SPORTS BEAT B Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond. UCLA and USC came up big winners Saturday. UCLA upset and dominated the highly touted Texas

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Chicago Bears’ Lovie Smith and Mike Tomlin’s Steelers, both 3-0. And the beat continues‌ If the Minnesota Twins win the whole thing, outfielder Delmon Young could be a key performer. There was a period of time when

Carmelo Anthony leading the Nuggets to explore trade options. The potential trade involving Denver, New Jersey, Charlotte and Utah hit a road block over the weekend and then withered when a deal wasn’t reached by an imposed deadline of Tuesday. “The perfect storm in my mind is to keep Melo, convince him that this is the best place for him, that this is where he has to win a championship,� Karl said. Karl made his return to practice Tuesday after missing the end of last season while undergoing treatment for throat and neck cancer. His voice still raspy, Karl carried around a whistle to get the attention of his players. But he only used it in a joking manner. “It’s fun to be back. It’s fun to get the butterflies,� Karl said. “It’s fun to interact with your basketball family.� Karl couldn’t chat for long — four minutes at a time tops. With such a veteran team, though, he really didn’t need to do much instructing. “All he has to do is say it once,� Anthony said, grinning. “He sounds good, he looks good.� Just how much longer Karl might be coaching Anthony remains unclear. The two are hoping to get together for a chat sometime this week. Anthony has one caveat: The conversation must remain on hoops — no sales pitches. “I want to focus on basketball right now,� Anthony said. “If he wants to sit and talk to me about what to do tomorrow at practice or the next day, then we can sit down and talk about that.� One of the reasons forward Al Harrington signed with Denver over Dallas in July was because of the chance to suit up with Anthony. Even with trade rumors swirling, Harrington, a 13-year veteran, still believes Anthony will stay put. “I’m optimistic,� he said. New Nets coach Avery Johnson hasn't gotten caught up in the trade speculation and talk, preferring to go about the task of turning around his

team. “I know that I love our guys, love the guys who are here,� Johnson said. “We’re not a distracted team at all.� Johnson said first-round draft pick Derrick Favors hasn’t been bothered by the trade talk. Favors was one of the principal players in the Anthony deal. “Favors has been one of our best players so far,� Johnson said. “He’s doing a nice job.� AP Basketball Writer Brian Mahoney and AP Sports Writer Tom Canavan contributed to this report.

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Continued from page 3 “Parents tend to direct [children] to fields they know they will be accepted in. ‌ We have a building full of sculptors, artists who are working in the industry.â€? Welburn, who regularly travels to Brazil, Columbia, Argentina and China, also says cultural fluency and diversity are important. Although, it’s sometimes hard to try new things, adventure and being openminded are important aspects of his work, and has helped him in his current position. “I took an assignment in Germany and I wondered if I would be accepted. I didn’t have a place to get my hair cut so that was something to deal with but I love the cultural diversity‌the challenges.â€? Today, Welburn says he has friends around the world. “And, I connect with them as strongly as I do with my old friends from Howard.â€? Welburn says the future of General Motors is in global collaboration. “It is the future,â€? says Welburn. “The development of the new Buick Lacrosse is a very good example of a collaboration of disciplines.â€? The car, sold in the United States and China is the result of German engineers, and U.S. and Chinese design teams. “It is far better than either team would have done separately‌â€?

Michael Vick goes by Indianapolis Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney in the 2006 Pro Bowl. These days, Vick is playing well for the Philadelphia Eagles. Longhorns, 34-12. This Saturday, the Bruins will host Washington State at the Rose Bowl. It will be interesting to see if the 2-2 Bruins can roll over the Washington State Cougars like the Trojans did in that big 50-16 win on Sept. 25. USC and UCLA had some explosive players on display Saturday. The Trojans are noted for producing a parade of tailbacks. Also, This year is no exception. In the NFL, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dennis Dixon recently suffered a knee injury and could be out of action for weeks. Starter Big Ben Roethlisberger should be back from his four-game suspension by the time Dixon recovers. It seems that Charlie Batch will continue to help hold down the fort until Big Ben returns. There were those predictors who said the Steelers would be 0-4 when Roethlisberger returns. It didn’t happen. The Steelers beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, 38-13, to remain unbeaten. The team’s record is currently 3-0. The Cleveland Browns’ starting QB for the rest of the season could be a man of color — Seneca Wallace. Hall of Famer Warren Moon is really high on Wallace. Two black men — the Cincinnati Reds’ Dusty Baker and the Cincinnati Bengals’ Marvin Lewis — are the top mentors of these Ohio teams. Is this a first for the city? Who’s the best and most exciting QB in the NFL after the third week of play? The Philadelphia Eagles’ Michael Vick gets my vote. Check this out: In game three, Vick threw for three TDs and ran for a fourth. He’s playing great football. The only unbeaten blackcoached teams in the NFL going into the fourth week of play are the

Young was suspended for 50 games. But all that’s in the past. Now, he’s See SPORTS BEAT, page 18

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UNCF’s An Evening of Stars tribute to the legendary soul singer Chaka Khan, took place at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on Sept. 25. (L-R) Kita Williams, Dawnn Lewis, Chaka Khan, Ledesi and Monique Jackson.

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On Sept. 22 India Arie performed live before a sold out audience at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, for the West Coast Premier Photo by Malcolm Ali Live Listening Experience and Talk Saxophonist/flutist Charles Lloyd, one of Back Session. the originals to emerge from the postColtrane era, performed selections from Photo by Malcolm Ali Malcolm X played by Maurice Kitchen in his musical production his new CD, “Mirror,” with the world“Voices: A Legacy to Remember,” which played Sept. 24 through 26 at class backing of pianist Jason Moran, the Wilshire Ebell Theatre. Voices featured historical moments in Black bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer history and chronicled the African-American experience from the slave Eric Harland at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center on Sept. 25. ship to the pinnacle of leadership.

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Shelia E. performed a free concert for local residents at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza on Sept. 23.

Has Passed Dick Griffey passed away Sept. 24 at the age of 72, following complications from quadruple bypass surgery. Griffey was the founder of SOLAR Records in the late ’70s and helped launch careers of Babyface, “L.A.” Reid, Jody Watley and many others. Griffey had also been Talent Coordinator for Soul Train. Griffey founded SOLAR Records in the late 1970s and went on to become one of the pre-eminent black music pioneers of the 20th Century, breaking records and recording artists that ushered in the era of contemporary crossover black music. A music mogul before the term entered popular culture, Griffey’s talent for picking hit songs and superstars defined the music business for more than two decades. Griffey spent the last 10 years of his life in West Africa involved in commodities and international trade. Widow Carrie Lucas Griffey said, “We walked these last steps with him and held him close. But all who knew him understood he belonged to the world. He acknowledged failures but rejected defeat. The doors he helped open, he reached back to bring others with him. He loved life and people. He did a hard day’s work and expected the same from those around him. We celebrate his “going home.” Mr. Griffey’s Home Going Service will be private and reserved for immediate family. A public memorial is being organized and details are forthcoming. Friends and associates interested in participating in the public memorial may contact: Dina Andrews — (424) 2485380, DinaAndrewsMgmt@gmail.com. Cards and other gifts may be sent to: Dick Griffey In Memoriam 5152 Sepulveda Blvd., #197, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 Flowers may be sent to: Angelus Funeral Home 3875 South Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008 (323) 296-6666 or (800) 348-3939 He leaves behind his wife Carrie Lucas Griffey; daughters Regina Hughes and Carolyn Griffey; sons Lucas Griffey and Che Scelsa; five grandchildren: Curtis, Devin, Paula, Reggie, and Kennedi; and adopted son Haile Williams.

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Obama Tells Questioner He’s ‘Christian By Choice’ his wedding and baptized Obama and daughters Malia and Sasha. Obama and his family have worshipped at ALBUQUERQUE, several churches in N.M. – President Barack Washington, and aides Obama, in a rare discussay the president enjoys sion about his religious attending services at the beliefs, described himself chapel at the Camp David on Tuesday as a “Christpresidential retreat. But ian by choice” who he has yet to join a conarrived at his faith in gregation in the nation’s adulthood because “the capital. precepts of Jesus Christ” Obama’s questioner helped him envision the said she had three “hot kind of life he wanted to topic” questions for him. lead. Her other questions were Obama talked about about abortion and his beliefs when he was whether he’d take home asked, “Why are you a AP Photo by Nam Y. Huh Christian?” The question In this Oct. 31, 2004, file photo, Democratic presidential some of her husband’s was posed by a woman at hopeful Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., then Democratic chili peppers. Obama said abortion a backyard conversation senatorial candidate, prays during a services at Trinity here, part of a series of United Church of Christ in Chicago. Obama has should be “safe, legal and meetings Obama is hold- resigned his 20-year membership in the Trinity United rare” and that such a deciing to talk informally Church of Christ in Chicago in the aftermath of inflam- sion should be made by with Americans. matory remarks by his longtime pastor the Rev. the woman involved, not Some conservatives Jeremiah Wright and more recent remarks at the church the government. And, he said, he’d take some of and political opponents by Rev. Michael Pfleger. the peppers to go. have questioned Obama’s “I like spicy food to Christian faith. In fact, a Pew Research Center poll in August through daily prayer and public go with your spicy questions,” found that 18 percent of people service. “That’s what I strive to do. Obama said. Darlene Superville reported wrongly believe Obama is Muslim That’s what I pray to do every day,” — up from 11 percent who said so he said. “I think my public service is from Washington. in March 2009. Just 34 percent said part of that effort to express my Christian faith.” they thought Obama is Christian. Obama is the son of a Muslim “I’m a Christian by choice,” Obama told his audience here. “My father from Kenya. His mother was family didn’t — frankly, they from Kansas. As a boy, he lived for Continued from page 5 weren’t folks who went to church several years in predominantly “I was pleased to join my friend every week. And my mother was Muslim Indonesia with his mother one of the most spiritual people I and Indonesian stepfather. Some John Boyd of the National Black knew, but she didn’t raise me in the think his full name, Barack Hussein Farmers Association, and the many Obama, sounds Muslim. Black farmers and their families and church. Obama turned his extended friends … to urge the Senate to fund “So I came to my Christian faith later in life, and it was because reply to the question about his faith the $1.15 billion settlement owed to the precepts of Jesus Christ spoke to into a subtle call for religious toler- these hard working Americans,” Waters said in an e-mail. “I have me in terms of the kind of life that I ance. “One thing I want to empha- been working on this issue for would want to lead — being my brothers’ and sisters’ keeper, treat- size, having spoken about something almost 15 years; as chairwoman of ing others as they would treat me,” that obviously relates to me very the Congressional Black Caucus in personally, as president of the the late ’90s, I worked closely with he continued. “And I think also understanding United States I’m also somebody my CBC colleagues to urge thenthat Jesus Christ dying for my sins who deeply believes that part of the Attorney General Janet Reno to spoke to the humility we all have to bedrock strength of this country is waive the statute of limitations so have as human beings, that we’re that it embraces people of many that farmers could redress decades sinful and we’re flawed and we faiths and no faith,” he said. “That of financial and racial discrimination make mistakes, and that we achieve this is a country that is still predom- with the Department of Justice.” With support from the Obama salvation through the grace of God,” inantly Christian, but we have Jews, Obama said. “But what we can do, Muslims, Hindus, atheists, agnos- administration and with the funding as flawed as we are, is still see God tics, Buddhists, and that their own already passed by the House, Waters in other people and do our best to path to grace is one that we have to said, “We now find ourselves waitrevere and respect as much as our ing on the Senate, which is using help them find their own grace.” procedure as an excuse to further Obama said he seeks to do that own.” “That’s part of what makes this delay and deny justice to these country what it is,” Obama said. Black farmers. I firmly believe the Black Facts Obama was a longtime member Senate should make the Black farmOct. 2, 1937 of Trinity United Church of Christ in ers’ settlement a legislative priority, Johnny L. Cochran Jr. is born in Chicago. But during the 2008 presi- and that they should not recess for Shreveport, La. He became the dential campaign he resigned from midterm elections until this issue is noted controversial lawyer who the church and cut ties with its pastor, resolved. I therefore applaud Sen. defended pro football star and the Rev. Jeremiah Wright, after Kay Hagan and some of her colvideotapes surfaced of sermons in leagues’ latest efforts to fast track actor O.J. Simpson in an which Wright shouted “God damn this payment.” infamous trial, for which America” and accused the governIn a symbolic gesture to garner Simpson was accused of killing ment of creating AIDS. support for and bring attention to wife and her friend. Wright had helped Obama the Black Farmers Bill, Boyd Source: blackfacts.com embrace Christianity, officiated at recently led a peaceful march from

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PERSON Of The Week Reverend Kristian Johnson Since February of 2006, the Rev. Kristian Johnson has served as pastor of First Lutheran Church/Iglesia Luterana Mi Salvador in Inglewood. Fluent in Spanish and English, he is thankful to be a witness as God transforms the church and community by doing “a new thing” (Isaiah 43:19). Over the past four years, the congregation has tripled in size and has started 16 new programs to serve the community. Pastor Johnson graduated with a Masters of Divinity from the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago in 2005. He served as a youth minister on the north side of Chicago for five years, and has spent significant time learning and serving among Christians in Tanzania, East Africa, and El Salvador. Johnson majored in music at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minn., and plays The Rev. Kristian Johnson the guitar, piano and tuba. He lives with his wife, Pastor Anna-Kari Langseth-Johnson and his daughter Hope (6), his son Emanuel (4) and his son Xavier (7 months) in Inglewood. First Lutheran Church/Iglesia Luterana Mi Salvador 600 W. Queen St. Inglewood, CA 90301 Telephone: 310-674-5103 Email: inglewoodfirst@yahoo.com website: www.firsting.org WORSHIP/SERVICIOS 10:00 A.M. SUNDAYS (ENGLISH) en Español, 5 p.m. Los Domingos Sharing God’s Love and Joy with the World! ¡Compartiendo el amor y el gozo de Dios con el mundo!

BLACK FARMERS the USDA headquarters to the U.S. Capitol atop an orange tractor he named “Justice.” Prior to the march, Boyd drove “Justice” through the streets of Washington for a week. He has been calling on the Senate to pass funding for claims stemming from the class-action lawsuit, known as “The Pigford Case,” in which Black farmers sued the USDA for denying them fair treatment when they applied for federal assistance. The case was settled in 1999 and the federal government paid out about $1 billion to claimants. Approximately 80,000 black farmers missed the deadline for the 1999 settlement. In February 2010, the Obama administration announced a $1.15 billion agreement to resolve the second round of claims, with the purpose of bringing “these long-ignored claims of AfricanAmerican farmers to a rightful conclusion.” The funding has passed the House but has been stalled in the Senate, where it has been attached to several bills only to be scratched out. Sens. Hagan (D-NC) and Blanche Lincoln (D-AR), chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee, also stood with Boyd during the news conference to announce they are introducing a stand-alone bill with Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-LA) to fund

the $1.15 billion settlement. “We want to ensure Black farmers in our country finally receive the justice they deserve,” she said in a press release. “More than 4,000 African-American farmers in North Carolina and over 75,000 nationwide have been discriminated against and denied just compensation for decades. Today, I join with my colleagues from Louisiana and Arkansas, Sens. Landrieu and Lincoln, to introduce a bill to fund the settlement once and for all, and we are working to send this language to the President.” The news conference was the culmination of the mile-long march, led by Boyd, which began at the steps of the Department of Agriculture and ended at the U.S. Capitol. Among the participants: John Bonner of Dinwiddie, Va., whose father passed away earlier this year but continues to have an outstanding claim. “At this late and critical stage of the process I was compelled to walk over to the Senate, stand up with my friends, and speak out for jobs, for justice, and for civil rights,” Waters said in the e-mail. “I will continue to speak and work with John Boyd and the Black farmers to make sure that this issue is finally resolved in a swift and fair manner.”

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Top left: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., attends a news conference in Birmingham, Ala. in this May 9, 1963 file photo. (AP Photo/files)

Top right: A crowd heads from the Dade County Courthouse to the Stephen Clark Goverment Center Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2007, in Miami during a march by the NAACP, labor unions and other groups to commemorate the 44th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. (AP Photo/Miami Herald, Watler Michot) Above: The crowd waits for The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to deliver his “I Have a Dream” speech during the March on Washington, on Aug. 28, 1963. (AP Photo/Copyright Paul Schutzer/Courtesy Time Inc.)

Hoping to help form national unity and get people back to work, organizers plan to hold a massive march in the U.S. capital Oct. 2 to push for jobs, justice and education for all. Crowds will walk in Washington, D.C., and eventually rally at Lincoln Memorial, where speakers will address issues affecting people from all walks of life. The event is being supported by the NAACP, National Urban League, the Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network, the Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH Coalition and numerous labor unions as well as civil rights and social justice groups. “We have to focus on solutions that, quite frankly, reflect the values that got us out of the Great Depression,” NAACP President and CEO Benjamin Jealous said in a recent conference call about the march. “We have to have the same values of investing in jobs, justice and more good schools.” Attacks on the Civil Rights and Voting Rights acts, coupled with the controversial anti-immigration Arizona law, are evidence of the division permeating America, he said. He said the One Nation March will be the most diverse this country has ever seen: students, teachers, union members, clergy, activists, and others are driving, flying and coming in by the busloads to participate. Jackson is supporting the march. He said he hopes the march will place a major focus on jobs in America and increase voter turnout.

“This march and rally is to revive voters’ inspiration and focus on jobs,” he said during a recent interview at the Los Angeles Sentinel. Jackson has many concerns about the state of the nation. He voiced his opinions about them, including unemployment and an expected continuation of home foreclosures this year. Students are graduating from college indebted to loans they can’t afford to pay due to a shortage of jobs, he said, adding that student loan forgiveness would help stimulate the economy. Creating government infrastructure jobs would also help, according to Jackson. These are some of the issues confronting America, and during midterm elections, it is possible Republicans can gain majority control of Congress. “We have a vicious backlash whirlwind coming against us” Jackson said, referring to Tea Partiers and other conservative voices. Although he characterized the political situation in America in a serious tone, he also said Democrats have the power to maintain control of Congress. With this march, organizers’ attempt is to revive people’s interest with mass action, he said. Jackson also hope the event will

L.A. Watts Times pants in the tens of thousands. “If you think about (the) 500 organizations supporting us and bringing people potentially, I feel like it’s going to be definitely something historical,” she said. Miller also said One Nation is serious about getting people to vote. “We really want people to be re-energized to take their civic participation seriously,” she said. An event before the march will begin at 11 a.m. and open with a prayer service, which will engage the faith community. The main event begins at noon and ends at 4 p.m. and will include entertainment, which Miller did not want to reveal. Marc Morial, president of the Urban League, issued a statement calling on Americans to take the I Am Empowered pledge to help close the gaps on education, employment, housing and health care. “On October 2, one of the biggest progressive rallies in decades, focused on these goals, will happen in Washington, D.C. Will you march with us for jobs and justice?” In the statement, he said the League gave an economic stimulus plan to then-President-Elect Obama that, in part, addressed having a temporary public service employment program aimed at creating up to 200,000 jobs in urban areas. That six-point plan for job creation called for direct funding to states, municipalities and public employers, the statement said. “We’ve been called upon time and again to provide Congress with th our unique perspective on the employment challenges ges facing America’s urban comated. “The One Nation rally is munities,” Morial stated. unity for us to make our voices a significant opportunity heard.”

Crowds shown in front of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington for civil rights, August 28, 1963. (AP Photo)

A crowd gathers on the National Mall in front of the Capitol area to demonstrate for the civil rights movement on March 28, 1963 in Washington, D.C. (AP Photo)

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motivate and reinvigorate people’s spirits. He said marches are effective and produce results. Jackson spoke of civil rights marches he and others were in and said they didn’t know what the outcome of their demonstrations in Selma and Montgomery, Ala., would be. They simply understood that something had to be done and galvanized the people. “There was never a battle we fought for and never won, and we never won a battle we didn’t fight for,” Jackson said. Goals for the One Nation March include getting people re-energized and refocused, and having them do the same to people in their communities, as well as getting them to vote on Nov. 2. There are also plans to lobby Congress members next year in hopes to see the marchers’ goals become reality through policy. It is estimated that hundreds of thousands of people will participate, according to Yvonne Miller, mid-Atlantic region director for One Nation Working Together, which is organizing the event. Another estimate places the number of partici-

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INDEPENDENCE DAY — The 5th Annual Nigerian Independence Day Celebration will take place Oct. 1 through 3. To promote the history of Nigeria, Nigerians will celebrate the culture of their ancestors with music, food, games and more. On Oct. 1, from 6 to 10:30 p.m., Cultural Day will be held at Southwest College (Little Theatre), 1600 W. Imperial Highway, Los Angeles. There will be comedy, a talent showcase and fashion show. On Oct. 2, the Official Independence Party will take place from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. at the Coliseum Art Gallery, 749 S. Broadway, Los Angeles. On Oct. 3, an Independence Day Picnic will be held at Ladera Park, 6027 Ladera Ave., Los Angeles, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Information: (818) 679-1702.

JAZZ ON GRASS — The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) will host the 5th Anniversary JAZZ on the Grass benefit concert Oct. 2, 2 p.m., at the estate of Lynne and Oz Scott, renowned director and producer, in James Ingram Sherman Oaks. Rooted in the Robinson legacy of promoting social causes through art, JAZZ on the Grass has four hours of live musical performances, cuisine and a silent auction featuring vacation packages, sport and music memorabilia. Hosted by comedian and actor Chris Spencer, JAZZ raises funds for JRF’s comprehensive program including financial support, mentoring and professional development. Some of the guest artists will include musicians Boney James, Sheila E., Marcus Miller and many more. Tickets are on sale online and via phone until Aug. 20 for the “early bird” price of $300. More information: www.jackierobinson.org/events, (213) 330-7726.

APCC — All Peoples Community Center will hold an evening of dining, dancing and bidding on auction items under the stars of the downtown skyline on Oct. 7, 6:30 to 10 p.m. The event, “Skyline Affair 2010,” will take place at Bonaventure Brewing Co. (outdoor patio), 404 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles. Individual tickets cost $125, and can be purchased at http://skylineaffair.eventbrite.com. The center will present its Inspiration Award to actor Edward James Olmos for his humanitarian efforts and social activism. The Visionary Leadership Award will be presented to Daniel Grunfeld (of Kaye Scholer LLP) for his career unifying communities and serving the public interest in many areas of the law, including civil rights and legal services for poor and disenfranchised individuals. Antonio Manning (JP Morgan Chase Global Philanthropy) will receive the Spirit of Community Award in recognition of his efforts on affordable housing, community development and educational reform initiatives in South L.A. and beyond. The center aims to improve the lives of youth and families in South L.A. More information: Julie Morris (213) 747-6357, ext. 24, jmorris@allpeoplescc.org, www.facebook.com/apcc1942.

CONTEST — The second annual Robert Bateman Get to Know Contest will be launched at the Los Angeles Zoo on Oct. 1. The contest encourages American youth to submit original works of art, writing, photography and video, inspired by first-hand experiences with nature in the outdoors. In celebration of the 2011 International Year of Forests, this year’s contest will feature an all new video category. To enter, young people are encouraged to go outdoors and create videos that convey the theme, “This is My Forest.” The theme for the art, writing and photography categories is “Celebrating Biodiversity.” The contest is open to U.S. residents 18 or younger. It ends on Nov. 30. Those interested can enter their original work online at www.gettoknow.ca. Winners will have their art published and could take part in receiving prizes and going to events. The zoo is at the junction of the Ventura (134) and Golden State (5) freeways. Admission is $14 for adults and $9 for children ages 2 to 12. The zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Information, (323) 644-4200, www.lazoo.org. CONVENTION — The Black American Political Association of California’s Percy Pinkney, 32nd Annual BAPAC Convention state will be held president from Oct. 1 to 3. With the theme of “Unity, Brotherhood and Progress,” the event will begin with a leadership development workshop at 7 p.m. On Oct. 2, there will be an opening session at 10 a.m. and workshops from 10:40 to noon. There will also be a luncheon at 12:30 p.m. that day. On Oct. 3, a prayer breakfast will take place at 9:30 a.m. The convention will be held at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, 506 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. Tickets cost $100 and tables for 10 costs $1,000. Tickets, hotel reservation information: (626) 394-3331, (310) 479-4727.

AWARDS — The “Write On!” authors, publishers and writers awards will take place Oct. 2 at the Celebrity Centre, 5930 Franklin Ave., Hollywood. The event will feature the Hollywood Book Tour & Festival. Admission is free for the book tour, which will take Lou Gossett place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The awards show begins at 5 p.m. Some honorees include Lou Gossett, Rosie Milligan and others. Information: (323) 812-7929

PANEL — A panel discussion titled “Reforming Los Angeles: A 10-Year Review of Charter Reform — Is It Working?” will take place Oct. 7, 8 to 10 a.m., in L.A. City Hall’s council chambers. The event will have some of the region’s top experts on charter reform and city governance. The panel will include Julie Butcher, Jackie Dupont-Walker and others. Ten years ago, Los Angeles voters approved a set of sweeping changes to promote civic engagement and rethink its government structure. At the discussion, charter reform will be reviewed to see if it is working and decide where the city needs to go. City Hall is at 200 N. Spring St., Los Angeles. The council chambers is on the third floor. Information: (213) 473-7014. PROTEST — A coalition of unionists and community groups on Oct. 7, at 2:30 p.m., will protest funding cuts to schools, libraries and services. People interested in attending can gather at Los Angeles Unified School District’s headquarters, 333 S. Beaudry Ave., and then march to the downtown public library, 630 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, for a rally at 5 p.m. More information: (818) 6130146.

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Oct. 7, 6 to 10 p.m., at Khoury’s Restaurant Alamitos Bay Landing, 110 N. Marina Drive, Long Beach. There will be waterfront dinning. The event will feature performances by jazz and blues legend Barbara Morrison, Latin icon Bobby Rodriguez, Billy Mitchell and others. Khoury’s is donating the gourmet dining, so every dollar goes to Scholarship Audition Performance Preparatory Academy’s programs. Information and tickets: www.sappa.net, sappaprograms@gmail.com.

10-08-10 KRST — A host of African Holocaust Commemorative events will take place Oct. 8 through 11 at KRST Unity Center of Afrakan Spiritual Science, 7825 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles. A movie will be shown and a reception will take place Oct. 8. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. The next day, there will be lectures and workshops from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and a concert with Dwight Trible at 7 p.m. On Oct. 10, at 10:30 a.m., there will be an empowerment service with a special guest. The last day, Oct. 11, will have a water ritual at 6 a.m. Information: (323) 759-7567

10-09-10 MOVIE SCREENING — The L.A. County Department of Parks and Recreation and BAFTA-LA will present a free movie screening of “The Least Among You,” starring Lou Gossett Jr. and Cedric Saunders. The movie will be shown Oct. 9, 6 to 9 p.m., at Ted Watkins Memorial Park’s gym, 1335 E. 103rd St., Los Angeles. There will be free refreshments and an opportunity to meet Saunders and the movie’s producer and director. FESTIVAL — The City of Gardena’s Food, Wine & Cigar Festival will be held Oct. 9, noon to 5 p.m. There will be more than 80 vendors selling food, wine and cigars. Entertainment will include music from Nick Colionne, Euge Groove and DW3. Tickets: $50 per person, which includes five wine and five food tickets; $450 for a group of 10 people. The event

L.A. Watts Times will take place at Gardena City Hall’s front lawn,1700 W. 162nd St. Information: (310) 217-9537, recreation.web@ci.gardena.ca.us. GALA — The New Frontier Democratic Club’s 50th Anniversary Gala will take place Oct. 9 at the Performing Arts Center, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. The keynote speaker will be San Francisco District Attorney Kamala Harris, and the special guest speaker will be James E. Clyburn, majority whip in the U.S. House of Representatives. More information: (323) 960-5727.

World Poker Tour Celebrity Invitational and more. Celebrities who have signed on include Teri Hatcher, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Tuc Watkins and many others. The tournament begins at 12:30 p.m. The casino is at 6131 Telegraph Road, Commerce. Information: www.childrensinstitute.org, Amber Rardin, (213) 807-1959, arardin@childrensinstitute.org. WALK — The American Heart Association’s Start! Los Angeles Heart Walk will take place Oct. 23 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. The walk is an annual event that brings together thousands of

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Angelenos in the fight against heart disease and stroke. Event attractions include a 5k walk around the Rose Bowl, a 1mile Survivor Route, and a Wellness Festival featuring health screenings, heart-healthy snacks, a Kid’s Zone, music, giveaways and more. Registration opens at 8 a.m. and the walk starts at 9. The goal of the walk is to raise $1.3 million. Funds raised will benefit the American Heart Association’s work, including funding cardiovascular research, community education outreach, improving patient care and health advocacy. Information: www.heartwalkla.org, Mirella Miranda, (213) 291-7073.

FILM SCREENING AND DISCUSSION — A screening of “Filling the Gap: Forgotten Chapter of American History” will take place Oct. 9, 2:30 p.m., at AC Bilbrew Library, 50 E. El Segundo Blvd., Los Angeles. This docudrama for all ages is about the great but lesser-known contributions made by African Americans to the early settlement and economic growth of America. This event is free and open to the public. Information: (310) 538-0059.

10-21-10 CONFERENCE — The 1st Annual Pan African Global Trade Conference will be held at California State University, Dominguez Hills, Oct. 21 to 22. The objectives of the collaboration are to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Annual Los Angeles African Marketplace & Cultural Faire and develop an Annual Pan African Global Trade Conference & Exhibitors Pavilion as a permanent component of the faire, among other goals. The conference will provide opportunities for conference participants to network with private and public sector leaders and potential business partners from the United States, Africa and the African diaspora in VIP receptions, roundtable business panels and private business meetings, along with other opportunities. This conference is designed for corporate leaders, policy makers, non-governmental organizations and small-business owners who want to create opportunities to strengthen business and cultural relations between the United States, Africa and the African diaspora through global business and economic development. CSU Dominguez Hills is at 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson. More information: Al Washington, (626) 321-7041, alwashington@africa-usa.org.

10-23-10 POKER — Celebrities and other highprofile guests will wage their bets on Oct. 23 at the Commerce Casino in support of Children’s Institute Inc.’s work with children who are affected by community and family violence. Top players have a chance to win a cash prize pool totaling more than $15,500, a seat at the 2011

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Looking For a DIY Project? Painting Is An Easy and Affordable Place to Start (ARA) — Whether you recently moved into a new home or you’re looking for inexpensive updates to spruce-up your existing home, consider experimenting with color. Paint is the number one do-it-yourself (DIY) project because it’s easy, affordable and instantly refreshes the look of a room. The painting project has become even easier with advances in paint technology and application to save every DIYer time and money. “Painting can refresh or change the look and feel of an entire room with a little planning and know-how and for less than $100,” says remodeling expert and DIY Network host Amy Matthews. “However, not everyone knows where to start or how to achieve the look they desire. That’s why preparation is so important.” Even the most novice DIYer can complete a painting project with great results. This checklist provides everything you need for a perfect paint job, the first time, regardless of skill or experience: • Painter’s tape. Tape with UV resistance will usually improve results if you are planning on using multiple coats and works well for both smooth and textured surfaces. 3M has recently introduced a new ScotchBlue Painter’s Tape with a paint line protector. The tape helps avoid seepage and ensures clean, crisp lines to give DIYers an edge.

• No-VOC paint. In addition to picking out the right color, select a paint with zeroVOCs (volatile organic compounds), so you can breathe easier and maintain a healthy indoor air quality. Lowe’s is the only national home improvement store to carry zero VOC paint available in any color. • Paint roller with extension pole, brushes, roller tray and roller covers. For the best finish, use quality brushes. You’ll need two brushes for every project — a small one for painting trim or detailed areas and a large one for covering surfaces quickly. Since most interior paints are water-based, choose a nylon or polyester (synthetic) brush. • Putty knife or 5-in-1 tool, spackle and sandpaper • Gloves, rags and drop cloths • A level and tape measure if you are planning on different decorative techniques Once you have your supplies, it’s time to prepare the surface you will be painting: • Fill cracks and holes with spackle. Sand after it has dried to make smooth. • Dust and clean walls with a towel or vacuum cleaner. • Apply painter’s tape. Pull the tape off the roll a few feet at a time and avoid stretching tape. Secure the tape by pressing down with a putty knife or 5-in-1 tool. Use a credit

card if you don’t have one of these. • If the surface is highly textured, seal the edge of the tape with the existing base color of the wall, as it will prevent paint from seeping under the tape. Now you are ready to paint. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: • When using a roller, paint in 3-foot by 3foot sections. Paint in long strokes using a zigzag pattern for a more even coating. Go back over areas if they look like they aren’t fully covered. • Always start in the highest areas, so drips can be smoothed as you go. • Once paint has dried, remove painter’s tape at a 45-degree angle at a moderate speed, pulling the tape back on itself. If the adhesive is sticking to the surface, try a 90-degree angle. Once the paint has dried and the tape has been removed, assess your work. If you’re sat-

isfied, you can move on to more challenging paint projects with creative applications, such as faux painting or stripes. For more information on painting supplies and home improvement tips, visit www.lowes.com.

Black Facts Oct. 1, 1868 John Mercer Langston founds and organizes the Law Department of Howard University, the first in a black school. He headed the department when classes formally began on Jan. 6, 1869, and was its dean from 1870 to 1873. From 1873 to 1875, he was vice-president and acting president of the university. Source: blackfacts.com

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How to Give And Know You’re Doing Some Good can find a way to give that fits your schedule and personal preferences. Are you handy around the house? Contribute your time to an organization that builds or repairs homes for those in need. Perhaps you’re a good cook or a deft server? Volunteer to prepare or serve meals at your local soup kitchen. Do you get along well with kids? Contact churches or homeless shelters in your area and volunteer for their child care programs. No matter how you choose to do it, donating your time costs you nothing more than a few hours, but can deliver the reward of seeing firsthand just who your contribution is helping. Finance a Micro Loan Money is often what people in need require most. Yet if you believe the old adage “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime” you may feel hesitant to just hand over cash without knowing your donation will help the recipient build a better future for themselves. Funding a microfinance loan for a small business owner in a developing country is a great way to ensure your donation not only helps someone immediately, but helps create a better future as well.

Organizations like World Vision provide micro loans — ranging from $25 to $5,000 — to small businesses in Mexico, the Philippines, Kenya and Rwanda. Through the organization’s website, www.worldvisionmicro.org, you can fund a loan — entirely or partially. What’s more, you can select the entrepreneur you would like to help and designate exactly how much to loan that person. The website provides details on business owners, why each needs a loan, and how they will use the loan. After you’ve made a loan, you’ll get reports on how your chosen entrepreneur has spent the money, how his or her business is faring and how the entrepreneur is re-investing profits. Your loan is recorded as a taxdeductible monetary donation. When borrowers repay their loans, their funds go back into World Vision’s local community bank and the money is loaned out again to help other entrepreneurs in the same community. The repayment rate for World Vision loans is nearly 99 percent. Microfinance loans foster small-scale entrepreneurship and foster long-term solutions to poverty by helping individuals and commu-

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cause you to lose more water.” Larson shares additional tips on staying hydrated and keeping cool: • Drink cold water every hour during hot weather and drink enough to replace sweat loss. • Offer infants and children cold water every time you drink water. • Older adults with memory loss may not remember to drink water so caregivers should offer water every hour in hot, humid weather. • Camp coaches should remind kids at camp to drink water even in mild temperatures. • Carry your reusable Thermos hydration bottle with you to keep you drinking throughout the day. To celebrate the launch of the OasisPlaces app, Thermos will sponsor random giveaways of free insulated hydration bottles to registered app users in August and September. OasisPlaces is available now for free download on iTunes. For more information, visit www.Thermos.com. Courtesy of ARAcontent.

any time of year — your heart is in the right place. You’ll feel even better about your contribution if you know for sure you money is ending up in the right place as well.

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nities transition from poverty to independence. Log on to www.worldvisionmicro.org to learn more. When you make a charitable donation during the holidays — or

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(ARA) — Making a charitable donation during the holidays isn’t just an act of kindness, often it’s also an act of faith. As you mail your donation check or drop some bills and loose change into that collection bucket outside the grocery store, it’s only natural to wonder just where the money is going, who it’s helping, and if it’s really helping anyone at all. Wouldn’t it feel good this holiday season to know your contributions are really making a difference? Knowing who your donation benefits can help make the act of giving even more enriching for you and the recipient of your generosity. Fortunately, there are ways to do good that you can also feel good about, knowing the real effects of your efforts. Here are two ideas for holiday giving that you can know will make a difference: Donate Your Time Everyone is busy during the holidays, but if you want to be confident your charitable giving is really making a difference, donating your time to a worthy cause is a good option. Not only will you enjoy the spiritual nourishment of actively helping others, you’ll be able to see the actual results of your contribution. The options are virtually endless and you

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Republican Pledge: ‘A Trick Bag For America’ BY DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. CHAIRMAN NNPA The Republican Party has spent most of the past two years as the “Party of No,” opposing nearly every policy proposed by President Obama and Democrats in Congress — a strategy that has worked politically, according to polls that say this November’s election could sweep Republicans back into the majority in the House and possibly the Senate. But until last week, the Republican Party had offered no agenda of its own — so party leaders finally produced one: the lofty-sounding “Pledge to America.” Sadly but predictably, this Pledge is nothing more than a promise to return to the failed policies that created the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression and threw millions of Americans out of work — with most of the pain doled out to those at the bottom of the ladder. Those who yearn for a return to George W. Bush’s philosophy will cheer the Pledge’s promises of tax cuts for the rich and lax regulation of Wall Street. They will applaud the Republican call to repeal universal health insurance and to hand the Social Security Trust Fund over to Wall Street. But for African-Americans, this retrograde Pledge is a recipe for disaster. Our communities were hit hard by the Great Recession, and the economic crisis continues. AfricanAmerican unemployment now stands at 16.3 percent. Working families are struggling to pay the rent and keep food on the table. And the situation is critical for our youngest generation: among African-Americans ages 16 to 19, the unemployment rate is 26.2 percent — and that doesn’t include those with low-paying part-time jobs or those who have given up looking. For these youth, the American Dream is turning into a nightmare. President Obama and this Democratic Congress led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Majority Whip James Clyburn (the highest-ranking African American in Congress) inherited this dire recession from Bush and the Republicans, and they’ve directed help toward those who need it most — despite stiff opposition from Republicans in Congress. If the “Party of No” had gotten its way, the Great Recession could have been worse than the Great Depression — an economic hurricane instead of a bad storm. They opposed

the Recovery Act. They opposed healthcare reform. They opposed ending tax breaks for companies that ship jobs overseas. They even opposed 7 of the 8 tax cuts Congress

Danny J. Bakewell Sr. has passed to help small business owners. We don’t need to imagine what would have happened if Republicans ran Congress. We know their record — and now we can read their Pledge: to restore the immoral policies of Presidents Reagan, Bush and Bush II: tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires and benefit cuts for everyone else and of course, nothing special for Blacks. It is unconscionable that at a time of our nation’s highest unemployment in more than 60 years, the Republicans propose a $4 trillion tax cut for the rich. They’re trotting out the same tired argument they’ve recycled for 30 years: cut taxes for billionaires, and some of their wealth will trickle down to the rest of us. Meanwhile, the Republicans promise to repeal President Obama’s Recovery Act, which cut taxes for 110 million families who don't happen to be rich. We already know the harmful impact of trickle-down economics — nothing ever trickles down for Blacks, minorities and the poor. Under Presidents Reagan and Bush, the economic divide widened to historic proportions due to huge tax cuts for millionaires while workers’ wages stagnated. President Clinton made a dent in pervasive inequality by raising taxes on the wealthiest Americans and investing in education, health-

care, jobs and tax breaks for working families. While turning the budget deficit into a surplus those policies were good for all America. But President George W. Bush pulled a 180 degree turnaround, cutting taxes for the richest of the rich, letting Wall Street run wild, and slashing federal aid to working families. The result: rising inequality, the largest budget deficits in U.S. history, a cataclysmic financial crisis and net loss of eight million jobs. That’s what the Republicans pledge to repeat. One of the starkest contrasts between the Democrats and Republicans can be seen when it comes to healthcare. Today, one in five African-Americans is without health insurance. They can’t afford doctor’s bills if they get sick, and an emergency room visit or hospital stay can wipe out their life's savings. But we have reason to hope that this shameful situation will be eliminated in a few short years. Thanks to the landmark Healthcare Reform Law passed by Congress and signed by President Obama this year – unless the Republicans regain control of Congress. That is why we Blacks have to vote and get our neighbors, friends and community to vote. NNPA and our 200 Black publishers are asking our leaders to help us in rallying our base: churches, sororities, fraternities, Black students, community clubs, Black radio, community organizers, Black social media experts and all progressive people of goodwill. That’s right: With the U.S. finally on the brink of joining other developed nations that guarantee health care to all their citizens, the Republicans want to repeal universal health insurance, snatching health care away from tens of millions of people. The Republicans’ Pledge makes it crystal clear what’s at stake in November. We can’t sit home on Election Day and let the Republican Party turn back the clock on our country and on Black people definitely. I pledge, on behalf of 200 Black newspapers in this country, to do what we can to stop them! You can mark my words: If they take back the House (of Representatives), they will launch an investigation on President Obama that will make the investigation on President Clinton look like child’s play. They will make his next two years untenable and miserable, leading up to 2012. We will also lose two of our most visionary leaders of the 21st century in Speaker Pelosi and Majority Whip Clyburn. We can’t let that happen!

Why We Are Marching We are living through a very particular moment in American history. It is one in which diversity is increasing, while prosperity is decreasing. Barring great social movement, this is a formula for a battleground.

and we cannot remain quiet in the face of such clear and imminent danger to our nation’s progress. If we want change to continue; if we want to stop those who would roll the clock back in our nation, now is the time to get everyone off the benches and back onto the field. Our faith tradition teaches us to run and not get weary, walk and not

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Some see this moment for what it is, and try to hasten the battle by pushing our nation down and attacking diversity. And so they attack the Civil Rights Act and the 14th Amendment itself, the constitutional amendment that guaranteed equal rights to all. They try to make racial profiling state law — from Arizona to Alabama. We, the NAACP and more than 300 more organizations, see this moment for what it is, and are coming together on 10-2-10 to revitalize our nation’s great movement for common ground. We are doing this by putting our shoulders to the wheel and pushing up towards prosperity. We did this months ago by helping to win the battle to make healthcare more affordable and accessible. We did it a month ago by saving more than 150,000 teachers jobs. We did this a couple of weeks ago, by helping finally to get the small business new job creation tax cuts out of the Senate. We are focused right now on ending the Bush-era tax giveaways to the nation’s wealthiest, and passing the Dream Act, which gives a pathway to citizenship to hard working immigrant students who have lived in America all their lives. And we will be together on 102-10 for the One Nation Working Together march in Washington DC. We will be black, white, Asian, Native American and Latino. We will be old and young. We will be Christian, Muslim, Jewish and secular. We come together as One Nation to pull America back together and put America back to work. We must be bold and aggressive in turning this situation around

faint. We have made great progress and many strides, but we must press forward because our work is not simply for us — but for the future of our children and their children. On Oct. 2 we will march for hope and for progress. One measure of keeping hope alive is to put America back to work. But we are facing a Congress where a faction of the Senate rebuffs measures to do just that. The Miller bill which would create one million jobs is stalled in the House. We all remember the Senate’s chorus of no when attempts to extend unemployment benefits over the July 4th holiday failed. President Obama’s initiative to invest funds in local and state governments to stem layoffs of teachers and other critical personnel was also greeted with the No chorus. Now these same forces want tax giveaways to the millionaires and billionaires growing the deficit and further harming the economy. An employed workforce is the answer to the economic crisis not more subsidies for the wealthy. Families with jobs spend money. As consumers their buying power increases, which fuels businesses that can then expand and hire more employees. Rather than a trickledown theory where the wealthy get all the goodies, it makes sense to create jobs and financial security for the middle class and working families and watch the economy grow, The trickledown theory has resulted in a nation where the top 1/10 percent of Americans holds 976 times more income than the bottom 90 percent of our nation’s families. See MARCH, page 19

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www.lawattstimes.com Trustee Sale No. CA09001001-10-1 . Loan No. 8296697 Title Order No. 100330138-CA-GTI APN 2214-004-012 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 20, 2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On October 8, 2010, at 01:00 PM, At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building,350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA, MTC FINANCIAL Inc., dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on February 27, 2007, as Instrument No. 20070417254 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CA , executed by: ROGER BAUMER, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor, in favor of HSBC MORTGAGE CORPORATION (USA) as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 7910 BROADLEAF AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 91402 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 made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest theron, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee`s Sale is estimated to be $410,887.47 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary`s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee`s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. DATE: September 16, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA09001001-10-1 . 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400 Irvine, CA 92606 949-252-8300 Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.NoticeSolutions.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-786-5351 Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the "mortgage loan servicer" as defined in Civil Code s 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded or the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Ad #5501 2010-09-16 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 Trustee Sale No. CA09001035-10-1 . Loan No. 501960564 Title Order No. 4465274 APN 5469-001-019 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 29, 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On October 11, 2010, at 01:00 PM, At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building,350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA, MTC FINANCIAL Inc., dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on March 10, 2008, as Instrument No. 20080404055 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CA , executed by: FRED RAFAEL AND VERONICA T. RAFAEL, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, in favor of FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 707 N AVENUE 51, LOS ANGELES, CA 90042 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 made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest theron, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee`s Sale is estimated to be $423,870.63 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary`s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee`s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. DATE: September 16, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA09001035-10-1 . 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400 Irvine, CA 92606 949-252-8300 Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.NoticeSolutions.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-786-5351 Compliance with California Civil

L.A. Watts Times 17 Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the "mortgage loan servicer" as defined in Civil Code s 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded or the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Ad #5583 2010-09-16 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 Trustee Sale No. CA09000295-10-1 . Loan No. 1009166370 Title Order No. 100075253-CA-GTI APN 2646-012-005 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED November 22, 2006. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On October 12, 2010, at 01:00 PM, At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building,350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA, MTC FINANCIAL Inc., dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on December 4, 2006, as Instrument No. 06 2680706 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CA , executed by: RAMON LOPEZ, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, in favor of SBMC MORTGAGE as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 13682 CARL STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 91331 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 made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest theron, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee`s Sale is estimated to be $323,086.96 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary`s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee`s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. DATE: September 16, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA09000295-10-1 . 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.NoticeSolutions.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-786-5351 Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the "mortgage loan servicer" as defined in Civil Code s 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded or the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Ad #5760 2010-09-16 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 Trustee Sale # CA0928447-3 Loan# 1009944578 Order # 080096156 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/08/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/07/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 05/15/2007 as Document No. 20071172899 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, CARLOS E PINEDA, A SINGLE MAN., as Trustor, PROMINENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5037-014-015 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: 1163 AND 1165 WEST 38TH STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 90037 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $449,645.51 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/16/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5771 2010-09-16 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 Trustee Sale No. CA09000495-10-1 . Loan No. 0145169280 Title Order No. 55013535 APN 6086-025-032 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED May 11, 2006. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On October 18, 2010, at 01:00 PM, At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building,350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA, MTC FINANCIAL Inc., dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on May 24, 2006, as Instrument No. 06 1140862 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CA , executed by: FRANCISCO M FERNANDEZ, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor, in favor of SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 641 EAST 121ST STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 90059 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 made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest theron, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee`s Sale is estimated to be $407,068.46 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary`s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee`s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. DATE: September 23, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA09000495-10-1 . 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.NoticeSolutions.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-786-5351 Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the "mortgage loan servicer" as defined in Civil Code s 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has not obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does apply to this notice of sale. Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Ad #5777 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 Trustee Sale # CA0938492-2 Loan# 100288885 Order # 090208284 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/08/2006. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/07/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 05/15/2006 as Document No. 06 1064451 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, YOLANDA HERNANDEZ, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, AMERICAN MORTGAGE NETWORK, INC., A DELAWARE CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5033-013-009 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: 3715

CHERRYWOOD AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90018 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $473,835.08 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/16/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5841 2010-09-16 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 Trustee Sale # CA0932591-2 Loan# 1010279741 Order # 090073763 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/16/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/14/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/26/2007 as Document No. 20071766825 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, ANA MARTINEZ, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, LIBERTY LENDING INC, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5109-019-013 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: 471-473 EAST 48TH STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 90011 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $538,148.86 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/23/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5952 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 Trustee Sale # CA0941513-1 Loan# 157749716 Order # 922486 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/05/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/14/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 02/16/2007 as Document No. 20070335988 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, JOSE A CASTILLO, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE & SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, COUNTRYWIDE BANK, N.A., as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the

United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 6021-006-011 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: 1422 EAST 76TH PLACE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90001-3008 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $460,207.49 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/23/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5953 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 Trustee Sale # CA0939992-1 Loan# 1009070010 Order # 090243804 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/06/2006. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/14/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 12/19/2006 as Document No. 20062819007 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, LONG T NGO AND KIM NGUYET T NGUYEN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, T.J. FINANCIAL INC., as Beneficiary, WILL SELLAT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 2723-008-017 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: 22365 DEVONSHIRE STREET # 14, LOS ANGELES (CHATSWORTH AREA), CA 91311 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $432,785.17 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 __ Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/23/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5955 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07

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Trustee Sale # CA0942975-1 Loan# 183010859 Order # 922952 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/20/2008. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/14/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 03/31/2008 as Document No. 20080546765 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, MECHELLE KINCHEN AND ALFONSO KINCHEN, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, MASON-MCDUFFIE MORTGAGE CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5022-023-001 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: 2311 WEST 42ND STREET AND 4199 SOUTH ARLINGTON AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90008 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $499,653.64 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/23/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5974 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 Trustee Sale # CA0942972-1 Loan# 168421695 Order # 922955 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/25/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/14/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 06/01/2007 as Document No. 20071324912 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, GUILLERMO GALICIA, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE & SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC DBA AMERICA'S WHOLESALE LENDER, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5248-020-018 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: 579 FRASER AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90022-1945 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $583,694.49 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated:

Thursday, September 30, 2010 09/23/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5975 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 Trustee Sale # CA0941759-2 Loan# 156456257 Order # 4104061 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/04/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/14/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 01/23/2007 as Document No. 20070137831 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, JOSE AJANEL, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE & SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, COUNTRYWIDE BANK, N.A., as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5180-005-001 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: 2500-2502 EAST 2ND STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 90033-4010 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $547,065.88 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/23/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #5978 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 Trustee Sale # CA0940415-3 Loan# 1009391101 Order # 090249631 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/15/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/18/2010 at 1 :00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 02/26/2007 as Document No. 20070404312 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, EUN H CHOI, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5143-019-179 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: 1234 WILSHIRE BLVD 519, LOS ANGELES, CA 90007 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $385,830.92 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan

servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/23/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM , TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #6110 2010-09-23 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 Trustee Sale # CA0954665-1 Loan# 1009734953 Order # 090609622 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/27/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/21/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 4/9/2007 as Document No. 20070843795 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, ERIC HERRERA, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor, T.J. FINANCIAL, INC., as Beneficiary, WILL SELLAT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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 FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE POMONA SUPERIOR COURTS BUILDING, 350 W. MISSION BLVD. POMONA, CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5058-020-016 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: 1863, 1865, 1867, & 1869 WEST ADAMS BOULEVARD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90018 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $586,795.52 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/30/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #6160 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 2010-10-14 Trustee Sale # CA0927168-2 Loan# 1010704953 Order # 080043491 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/14/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/21/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/28/2007 as Document No. 20072614041 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, JULIO CESAR MONTERROSO AND ILSI LOURDES CRUZ PINEDA HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 6005-001-012 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: 346 W 64TH STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 90003 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $453,507.78 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more

than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 __ Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/30/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #6211 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 2010-10-14 Trustee Sale # CA0940121-1 Loan# 1010742870 Order # 090244181 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/23/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 10/21/2010 at 01:00PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 12/05/2007 as Document No. 20072661654 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, GILDA RIVERA, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier's check drawn by 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: At the front entrance of the Pomona Superior Courts Building, 350 West Mission Blvd, Pomona CA The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". 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 describing the land therein: APN # 5049-026-017 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: 2807 SOUTH SYCAMORE AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90016 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 Trustee's Sale is: $471,757.24 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary's agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that Servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 09/30/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC. DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER *TRUSTEE CORPS* 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400, IRVINE, CA 92606 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)786-5351, (714) 786-5351, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 Ad #6318 2010-09-30 2010-10-07 2010-10-14

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20101222051 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: KGE Ent, 1412 W 102nd St, Los Angeles CA 90047, County of LA Registered owner(s): Keenan Ephriam, 1412 W 102nd St, Los Angeles CA 90047 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) S/ Keenan Eprhiam, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Los Angeles on August 31, 2010 NOTICE-In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Original 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21/10 CNS-1957274# WATTS TIMES

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LA COUNTY HALL OF JUSTICE REPAIR & REUSE PROJECT LOS ANGELES, CA CBE INVITATION TO BID

LA COUNTY HALL OF JUSTICE - Repair and Reuse Project 211 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA

McCARTHY BUILDING COMPANIES, INC. invites bids from CBE’s (qualified MBE/WBE/DBE/DVBE subcontractors and suppliers) that are interested in participating in the Los Angeles County Hall of Justice Repair & Reuse Project. Basic scope is Design/Build construction for repair and reuse of the +/-470,000 sf, 14 story (plus basement & penthouse) 1925 historical structure. Scope includes structural demolition of 11th & 13th floors. Structural retrofit of all existing exterior walls. Anchoring & cleaning of exterior cladding. Re-pointing of masonry materials. Overall refurbishment of the entire interior to Class "A" office space. Complete new MEP, telecom, data, fire-life safety systems. Tenant improvements throughout the building. Reinstallation and rehabilitation of historic materials at Law Library, Courtroom, historic staircases, Loggia, 2nd floor lobby, elevator lobbies on flrs 1-8, and adaptive rehabilitation of numerous Elevator Cab interiors into new elevators. Associated landscape, hardscape, on and off site improvements. All work categories normally associated with ground up, repair, rehabilitation and remodel construction are included, along with most site improvement trades. Second Tier Subcontractors that are interested in providing work and/or services to the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing subs are encouraged to respond, specifically the following trades… Air and Water Balance, Water Treatment, Testing, Commissioning, Fire Stopping, Concrete Coring, Cutting/Breaking, Trenching, all Low Voltage Trades, High Voltage, Hoisting/Cranes, Lighting Control, Material & Equipment Vendors. Your bid is due Tuesday, October 5, 2010 before 2:00 PM Sub Scope Letters are due Friday October 1, 2010 Do not contact the County, Architect or any Consultants. All questions will be sent to Rick Lloyd, Preconstruction Director via fax (949-756-6841), or email (RLloyd@McCarthy.com) * - This is a Prevailing Wage Project. * - A 100% Performance and Payment Bond from an admitted surety will be required upon award of contract for all trades. * - McCarthy is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified MBE/WBE/SBE/DBE/DVBE subcontractors and suppliers to participate on this project. * - McCarthy is signatory to union agreements with the Carpenters, Laborers, and Cement Masons. Subcontractors will comply with such labor agreements for all of Subcontractor’s Work falling within the jurisdiction of such labor agreements. Subcontractor agrees to require its subcontractors and their subcontractors, if any, to be bound in a like manner. Interested Subcontractors are responsible for all costs of blueprinting and shipping. There are three separate sets of drawings required to be able to bid this project correctly. 1 – Structural Retrofit – Drawings. 2 – Space Plans (Tenant Improvement Space Plans). 3 – Tenant Build Out Package – Drawings There are four separate sets of specifications you need to reference to bid this project correctly. 1 – Volume 1 “Project Specifications Division 1. 2 – Volume II, Books 1 and 2 – Project Manual. 3 – Volume III, Project Program and Space Standards – Interior Development. 4 – Technical Specifications – Structural Retrofit Package Bid documents are available from Davis Blueprint: Main Office: 3205 N. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031 | T: 323.225.7483 | F: 323.225.2622 Bid Documents may be viewed online at http://www.biddox.com/pnonline/ Project Password: MCCARTHYHOJ (case sensitive) Supplemental bid documents by McCarthy/LPA will be made available to affected subs as they become available.

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proceed on their masculine journey.” Bishop Long was the Academy’s “pastor/counselor/confidant” to the teens in the program. The plaintiffs allege the academy is Bishop Long’s method to influence and exploit vulnerable teenage males who, in the case of Flagg, have no father, or father-figure. Court documents state that after the then-teenagers were pronounced as Long’s “spiritual sons” within the program and church congregation, “defendant Long has a pattern and practice of singling out a select group of young male church members, and (uses) his authority as Bishop over them to ultimately bring them to a point of engaging in a sexual relationship.” Shortly after Robinson and Flagg, now both 21, joint lawsuit became public, a third plaintiff, 23 year-old Colorado resident Jamal Parris filed a sexual harassment lawsuit, alleging similar charges. However, in his lawsuit, Parris is claiming that while he was occupying Bishop Long's guest house in DeKalb County, the pastor would regularly request Parris be nude for pastoral visits. All three men are being represented by Brenda Joy (B.J.) Bernstein a lawyer in Atlanta, Georgia. At press time, a fourth male, Spencer LeGrande filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Long, alleging similar charges occurred when he was a member of New Birth-Charlotte, a satellite church based in North Carolina. The then17 year old LeGrande, in the lawsuit, claims to have engaged in sex with Long in 2005, after being given a sleeping pill and continued the relationship until 2009, accord-

ing to Associated Press reports. Attorney Bernstein was unavailable for comment. Bishop Long is denying the allegations. The first Sunday after the allegations came to light, Long stood before his congregation, denouncing the accusations. “I am going to fight this thing. I am not a perfect man, but I am not the man being portrayed” as a “sexual predator.” Although Long did not definitively deny the allegations to his congregation, he spoke to all people having to “face painful situations”. “This is the worse time of my life,” the pastor proclaimed at the morning service, dressed in beige-tan garments with New Birth insignia. Following the service, Long addressed local and national news media at a press conference in New Birth’s chapel. Bishop Long cancelled all media interviews prior to the church press conference and taking no questions from reporters, he said the civil lawsuits “would not be fought in the media, but within a court of law.” After the brief press conference, Bishop Long left with his wife, Vanessa, and his attorneys; Craig Gillen and Dwight Thomas, of Atlanta. In statements to the radio media, attorney Gillen, said, “It is unfortunate these young men have chosen to take this course of action.” Gillen added, “Bishop Long adamantly denies these allegations. We’re reviewing the complaints ... and will respond in the proper venue.” Gillen announced Bishop Long, the father of four, wanted to “be clear. The charges against me and New Birth are false. I have been through storms, and my faith

has always sustained me. I have devoted my life to helping others and these false allegations hurt me deeply.” The plaintiffs’ attorney who is remembered for successfully defending Genarlow Wilson in a sexual sodomy case brought by Douglas County and the state of Georgia told The Atlanta Inquirer, “the courage of these young men to stand up is testimony to (obliterate) Bishop Long’s great influence, as well as they trying to get to the truth of the betrayal ... for a productive life.” She also warned, “There are kids right now at risk (at New Birth).” Bernstein refused a request by a reporter to speak with the plaintiffs last week, indicating, “They’ve relocated for the moment … To (initiate litigation) was very emotional for them,” stating that emails, text messages, and pictures provided to the young men “will speak for the cases against the Bishop.” Bernstein stated she had no comment after Bishop Long’s sermon.

Black Facts Oct. 1, 1851 Black and white abolitionists smash into a courtroom at Syracuse, N.Y., and rescue a fugitive slave. Abolitionist William C. Nell publishes “Services of Colored Americans in the Wars of 1776 and 1812,” the first extended work on the history of American Blacks. The revised edition of the book was published in 1855 with new a title, “The Colored Patriots of the American Revolution.” Source: blackfacts.com

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