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Vol. 41 No. 28 July 14-20, 2017 Family Portrait: Julie Mesaros brings Chester County LGBTs into the fold

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Rosewood opens doors to residents of apartment fire PAGE 5

Matt Alber sings a song of a travelin’ man PAGE 29

Exclusive: Mazzoni Center leadership Gay man talks transition missing in Rehoboth By Jeremy Rodriguez jeremy@epgn.com

Mazzoni Center experienced numerous shakeups in the past few months, including allegations of sexual misconduct from an employee, a walkout of more than 60 full-time staffers and the resignation of its CEO. New Interim CEO Stephen Glassman, Interim Board

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President Dr. Tony Rodriguez and Senior Communications Manager Elisabeth Flynn spoke exclusively to PGN this week about their vision for moving the LGBT health and wellness center forward.

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A new interim CEO Mazzoni announced Monday that Glassman will take on the post previously held by Nurit Shein, who was under scrutiny due to her handling of accusations of alleged sexual misconduct by former medical director Dr. Robert Winn. Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC is conducting a third-party investigation regarding the allegations against Winn, who resigned in April. Days later, Mazzoni employees staged a walkout demanding the resignations of Shein and board president Dr. Jimmy Ruiz. Additionally, Black & Brown Workers Collective member Abdul-Aliy

MAZZONI CENTER’S NEW INTAKE AREA Photo: Scott A. Drake

Muhammad posted on social media about declining their HIV medication until Shein resigned. Both Shein and Ruiz submitted their letters of resignation days later. Glassman said he is aware that his new role, as well as Mazzoni in general, will be under scrutiny. “This is for everyone’s ben-

efit because that transparency helps all of us learn from our past experiences, move forward and build a much better future for the community that’s being served and for the efficacy of the organization itself,” Glassman said. “I am someone who tries to learn from past experiences. There are always posiPAGE 19

Police investigating attacks on Morris Home residents, employee By Jeremy Rodriguez jeremy@epgn.com Police are investigating attacks on residents and one employee of a drug and alcohol recovery center for trans and gender-variant individuals. Morris Home residents, one employee and several individuals unrelated to the home reported attacks involving firecrackers, an M-80 and paintball guns this month. On July 4, a Morris Home employee was waiting for a trolley across the street from the facility when a group of juveniles started throwing firecrackers, Lt. John Walker told PGN. Police were unable to identify any suspects as of presstime. In a separate attack around 4 p.m. July 6, four transgender residents of Morris Home reported seeing a gray Infiniti drive around 50th Street and Woodland Avenue.

People within the car fired paintballs at the residents, who initially believed they were being attacked by real gunfire, while they were sitting on the porch. Three people were hit with paint while the fourth person went into the house unharmed. The victims reported seeing two separate individuals being shot at as well. They also later told police some juveniles threw an M-80 on the porch the previous day. This attack occurred about a half-hour after a couple reported being shot by paintballs by people within a car matching the same description on 42nd Street and Baltimore Avenue. In that instance, one woman was hit, but her boyfriend was not. The boyfriend told police that he saw people within the car laughing as they shot at two other individuals. The two additional people in both July 6 attacks did not report the incidents to the

police and Walker said he is urging them to come forward so detectives can get a more accurate description of the car and suspects. “We don’t see anything prior to these dates of [July 4] but this may be the start of it so we want to nip it in the bud at this point and get the resources to help everybody so they can live freely, live the way they want to live and not be harassed by the people who are ignorant, rude and lack understanding,” Walker said. He added that these incidents are not currently being looked into as hate crimes and believes the three attacks involving Morris Home residents and an employee are unrelated. However, he said, police are conducting in-depth interviews with the residents to see if there have been any issues with other attacks. PAGE 20 Additionally, police

Police in Rehoboth Beach, Del., are searching for a gay man with ties to Philly. Todd McKee was last seen around 10:15 p.m. July 8, when he was captured on surveillance footage leaving his apartment building in the 300 block of South Boardwalk. Attempts to locate and contact him since have been unsuccessful. According to the alert, there is “a real concern for his safety and welfare.” McKee is the partner of Jeff Guaracino, the CEO of Wawa Welcome America and PGN’s travel columnist. McKee, 50, is white, 6-foot-2, 220 pounds, with red hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing blue glasses; a black, collared, short-sleeved, polo-style shirt; and blue shorts with white pockets and stripes on both sides. Anyone with information on McKee’s whereabouts is asked to contact Detective Tyler Whitman at 302-524-1391. Tips can also be submitted at www.rehobothpolice.org, http://delaware.crimestoppersweb.com, www.facebook.com/rehobothbeachpolice or by calling 1-800-847-3333. n

Trial date set in Hershey School antibias case By Timothy Cwiek timothy@epgn.com Jury selection is tentatively scheduled for April 2018 in the case of Adam Dobson, a gay man who alleges anti-disability bias at the Milton Hershey School. Dobson, 22, filed suit last year, seeking an undisclosed amount in damages and remedial measures from the school. The school in Hershey serves underprivileged PAGE 20 youth from pre-kindergarten

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Resource listings Legal resources • ACLU of Pennsylvania: 215-592-1513; aclupa.org • AIDS Law Project of PA: 215-587-9377; aidslawpa.org

• Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations — Rue Landau: 215-686-4670

• AIDS Law Project of South Jersey: 856-784-8532; aidslawsnj.org/

• Philadelphia Police Liaison Committee: 215-7603686; ppd.lgbt@gmail.com

• Equality PA: equalitypa. org; 215-731-1447

• SPARC — Statewide Pennsylvania Rights Coalition: 717-920-9537

• Office of LGBT Affairs — Amber Hikes: 215-686-0330; amber.hikes@phila.gov

Community centers • The Attic Youth Center; 255 S. 16th St.; 215-545-4331, atticyouthcenter.org. For LGBT and questioning youth and their friends and allies. • LGBT Center at the University of Pennsylvania; 3907 Spruce St. 215-898-5044, center@dolphin.upenn.edu.

• Rainbow Room: Bucks County’s LGBTQ and Allies Youth Center Salem UCC Education Building, 181 E. Court St., Doylestown; 215-957-7981 ext. 9065, rainbowroom@ppbucks.org.

• William Way LGBT Community Center

1315 Spruce St.; 215-732-2220, www.waygay.org.

Health and HIV testing • Action Wellness: 1216 Arch St.; 215-981-0088, actionwellness. org

• Health Center No. 2, 1720

• AIDS Library: 1233 Locust

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Judge in Morris case recuses himself By Timothy Cwiek timothy@epgn.com Common Pleas Judge Daniel J. Anders this week recused himself from PGN’s open-records case for 911 recordings from the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office relating to the Nizah Morris incident. Citing a lengthy association with PGN publisher Mark Segal, Anders announced his recusal during a July 10 court proceeding. Anders said the case will be handled by Common Pleas Judge Abbe F. Fletman. Neither side in the dispute requested Anders’ recusal; instead, he took the action on his own initiative. Anders also pointed out that he’s been written about over the years by a PGN reporter covering the Morris case. Morris was an African-American trans woman found with a fatal head wound in 2002, shortly after a police “courtesy ride” in the Gayborhood. Her homicide remains unsolved. The D.A.’s Office claims it doesn’t have any Morris records in its “possession, custody or control,” which is a legal phrase to denote an agency’s records. But in 2016, the state Office of Open Records determined a nine-page transcript of Morris 911 recordings created by PGN is in the D.A.’s “possession, custody or control.” PGN made the transcript based on Morris 911 recordings received from a private citizen — and shared the transcript with the D.A.’s Office in 2009. However, in response to an open-records request, the D.A.’s Office claims the transcript isn’t an agency record that’s subject to disclosure.

Justin F. Robinette, an attorney for PGN, said the D.A.’s Office should be held accountable for its Morris holdings. “In 2016, the D.A.’s Office indicated there were Morris 911 recordings in its ‘possession, custody or control,’” Robinette said. “Yet now the D.A.’s Office is saying the opposite — [that] there are no Morris 911 recordings in its ‘possession, custody or control.’ The D.A.’s Office also submitted an affidavit that states, ‘I personally searching,’ indicating by its plain language that a search is ongoing.” Another court proceeding on the dispute will be held 10 a.m. July 18 in Courtroom 426 of City Hall, with Fletman presiding. If accurate and complete, the nine-page transcript corroborates eyewitness accounts that Morris couldn’t navigate on her own due to intoxication. But a Philadelphia police officer claimed Morris was able to stand and walk without assistance, and that she was an appropriate recipient of a courtesy ride. The transcript also tends to corroborate the testimony of a witness who saw Morris after her head injury, lying unconscious at 16th and Walnut streets. The witness told the Police Advisory Commission that a police officer and two paramedics had a lengthy conversation while Morris lay in the street. Then, the officer allegedly placed Morris’ jacket over her face as she was lifted onto a stretcher. Morris died two days later, on Dec. 24, 2002, due to blunt-force head trauma. The following day, her death was declared a homicide by the city Medical Examiner’s Office. n

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1348 Bainbridge St.; 215-563-0652, mazzonicenter.org

Cosby retrial scheduled

• AIDS Treatment Fact line:

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Actor Bill Cosby will again stand trial for the alleged sexual assault of a lesbian after jurors last month failed to render a verdict. Montgomery County Judge Steven O’Neill last week ordered Cosby’s retrial to begin Nov. 6. O’Neill presided over the 11-day trial last month, at the end of which jurors said they were hopelessly deadlocked; O’Neill declared a mistrial after more than 50 hours of juror deliberations. Jurors in the initial trial were brought in from Allegheny County, a move prompted by the notoriety of Cosby’s case in the local area; Cosby is a resident of Elkins Park and an alumnus of Temple University. It was at Temple that Cosby met Andrea Constand, the accuser in the case. Constand is a former basketball coach at the North Philadelphia university who said she considered Cosby her mentor. She was at Cosby’s house in 2004 when she says he gave her pills to relax her that incapacitated her and then sexually assaulted her. Cosby was charged with three counts of aggravated indecent sexual assault. More than 50 other women have also come forward with similar allegations, but Constand’s is the only case that led to criminal charges. Constand’s sexual orientation was not addressed at trial. Cosby remains free on $1-million bail. n

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763-8870

• GALAEI: 215-851-1822 or 866-

1233 Locust St.; 215-985-4448, www.fight.org

• Washington West Project of Mazzoni Center: 1201 Locust St.; 215-985-9206

• Transgender Health Action Coalition: 215-732-1207

222-3871, www.galaei.org. Spanish/ English

Other • Independence Branch Library Barbara Gittings Gay and Lesbian Collection: 215-685-1633 • Independence Business Alliance; 215-557-0190, Independence-

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• LGBT Peer Counseling Services: 215-732-TALK • PFLAG: Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (Philadelphia): 215-572-1833 • Philly Pride Presents: 215-875-9288

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Community rallies after Gayborhood apartment fire By Jeremy Rodriguez jeremy@epgn.com A local LGBT bar and an LGBT-owned nonprofit provided relief services to residents displaced during an apartment-building fire in the Gayborhood last week. Firefighters were on the scene around 7 p.m. July 5 at the 132-unit Walnut Square Apartments, 201 S. 13th St., and placed the fire under control around 8:20 p.m. There were no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation. During the fire and for hours afterward, LGBT-related groups banded together to assist those in need. Michael Weiss operates three LGBT bars in the Gayborhood: Rosewood, Woody’s and Voyeur. Woody’s, directly across from the building, was the only of his bars open

THE SCENE OF THE JULY 5 FIRE (ABOVE) AND A RESCUED PET AT ROSEWOOD Photos: Red Paw Emergency Relief Team

during the fire but Weiss and Woody’s management also opened up Rosewood for the building’s displaced residents. “We did it because it was the right thing to do,” Weiss said. “We’ve been in the neighborhood since 1980 and we’re reactive as much as we can be to our neighbors. Whatever we can do to help them, we help them.” J Nathan Bazzel, a member of the Mayfield Social Club, which owns Voyeur, spearheaded efforts at Rosewood. He added that Rosewood was in close proximity to the apartment building, making it easy for building management and emergency responders to connect with residents if necessary. Staff provided pizza and non-alcoholic beverages to more than 30 displaced individuals, Bazzel said. “There was understandable distress but giving them some comfort and a place where they can just sit down and focus and get some much-needed information as it’s made available, that goes a long way to

make people feel secure,” Bazzel said. He commended the management at Woody’s and other community members for coming together. “One of the great things about the community and [neighborhood] Washington Square West: We are a community and when something happens, we pull ourselves together and we try to support our neighbors and our fellow community members,” Bazzel said. Rosewood also offered shelter for some residents’ pets while Red Paw Emergency Relief Team helped reunite them with owners. Four Red Paw team members, including founder and president Jen Leary, were on hand until 1 a.m. with pet owners. Leary, a lesbian, said the organization assisted 24 pets who were either rescued from the building or already evacuated with their owners. Leary noted that Red Paw representatives tapped into their experience to comfort distressed residents. “They’re standing outside waiting for news that their pet is OK, and so we’re just trying to reassure them that the pets inside those apartments were fine,” Leary said, noting that most of the damage occurred on the second and third floors. “There wasn’t a lot of fire, smoke or water damage outside of the contained area. But I think people who don’t experience fires a lot, they saw all of that black smoke and thought something horrible had happened to their pet.” Additionally, Red Paw provided pet carriers and food for residents who needed them. Leary said the organization also provided emergency shelter for one displaced resident’s pets since the owner’s hotel for the evening was not pet-friendly. Leary noted that different city departments worked together to coordinate efforts and said police officers, the fire department, the Department of Licenses and Inspections and building management facilitated what could have been a complicated process. “I think Philadelphia is one of the best cities in the country for the way that the first responders and the emergency-response partners work together on scene,” Leary said. “Everything went flawlessly.” n

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locations in Philadelphia CENTER CITY BUSINESSES WEST OF BROAD

Adonis Cinema, 2026 Sansom St. • Art Institute, 1622 Chestnut St. • Art Institute, 2300 Market St. • The Attic Youth Center, 255 S. 16th St. • Bob & Barbara’s, 1509 South St. • Dan Tobey R/E, 1401 Walnut St., 8th floor • Dr. Wakefield’s Office, 255 S. 17th St., Suite 2306 • Drucker & Scaccetti, 1600 Market St., Suite 3300 • Drexel Partnership, 1427 Vine St., 3rd floor • Latimer Deli, 255 S. 15th St. • MANNA, 12 S. 23rd St. • Marine Club Condos lobby, Broad St. & Washington Ave. • Metropolitan, 115 N. 15th St. • PA Law Project, 2122 Chestnut St., Suite 1600 • Safeguards Lobby, 1700 Market St., 18th floor • Sansom St. Gym, 2020 Sansom St. • SOSNA offices, 19th & Christian sts. • Stir, 1705 Chancellor St. • U Do It Laundry, 15th & Spruce sts. • Westminster Arch Apts., Vine St., 3rd floor •

WEST PHILLY Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut St. • Drexel University, 4001 Walnut St. • Fresh Grocer, 4001 Walnut St. • Goodman Hall, 710 S. 42nd St. • International House, 3701 Chestnut St. • LGBT Center at Penn, 3907 Spruce St. • Metropolitan Community Church, 3637 Chestnut St. • Old Quaker Condos lobby, 3514 Lancaster Ave. • Oslo Hall, 510 S. 42nd St. • Penn Bookstore, 3610 Walnut St. • Redcaps Corner, 4812 Baltimore Ave. • Saturn Club, 3430 Sansom St. • Saxby’s Coffee, 40th & Locust sts. • Sheraton Hotel, 36th & Chestnut sts. • St. Mary’s Church, 3916 Locust Walk • University of the Sciences England Library, 4200 Woodland Ave. • Wilson Hall, 708 S. 42nd St. • World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut St. •

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PHILADELPHIA NEIGHBORHOODS — OTHER Almost Paradise, 742 Frankford Ave. • Awbry Aboretum, 1 Awbry Rd. • Caribbean Pharmacy, 3825 N. 5th St. •Elfant Wissahickon Realty, 8962 Ridge Ave. • Fantasy Island Books, 7363 State Road • Harry’s Natural Foods, 1805 Cottman Ave. • Infinity Jewelers, 3528 Cottman+ Ave. • Infusion Salon, 7133 Germantown Ave. • Morris House, 5537 Woodland Ave. • One Day At A Time, 2532 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia University KANBAR Center, 4201 Henry Ave. • Philly Pharmacy, 9475 Roosevelt Blvd. • Riverhouse Condo, 3600 Conshohocken Ave. • WCAU TV lobby, City Line Ave. & Monument Road • Weaver’s Way, 559 Carpenter Lane • Welker Real Estate, 2311 Fairmount Ave. • WPVI TV lobby, City Line Ave. & Monument Road •

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Knott claims self-defense in civil case By Jen Colletta jen@epgn.com Like her two co-defendants, Kathryn Knott is contending she acted in self-defense during a high-profile attack on a gay couple in Center City. Knott made the claim in a June 23 court filing in a civil case brought by plaintiffs Andrew Haught and Zachary Hesse, who are seeking at least $500,000 in damages. The couple is also suing Phillip Williams and Kevin Harrigan for the September 2014 attack at 16th and Chancellor streets; witnesses said the trio used antigay slurs during the incident, which began as a verbal altercation and escalated to a physical attack that left Haught with extensive facial fractures. In last month’s filing, Wayne Maynard, an attorney for Knott, wrote that she “asserts the affirmative defense of self-defense, and to the extent plaintiffs sustained the injuries and damages as alleged in plaintiffs’ complaint, said injuries and/or damages were sustained while [Knott] was in the process of defending herself from the real and perceived threat of bodily injury arising from the actions of plaintiffs and their friends.” Both Williams and Harrigan raised the self-defense claim in their own filing last year. Harrigan and Williams’ filings also noted plaintiffs’ “friends,” though the two men were by themselves at the time of the incident. Maynard wrote that any injuries the plaintiffs suffered were “not the result of any act or failure to act” on Knott’s part and were “caused or contributed to by

conditions or persons over whom [Knott] had no control and for which [Knott] is not responsible.” Maynard added that any injuries are “the result of intervening and superseding acts of others, including but not limited to plaintiffs and co-defendants.” Like Harrigan and Williams, Knott also filed a cross-claim against the other two co-defendants, arguing that any recovery awarded to Haught and Hesse should be “based upon the acts and omissions of … [Harrigan and Williams] who are solely responsible for the plaintiffs’ injuries and damages.” An attorney for Haught and Hesse filed a reply July 6, denying all of Knott’s claims. Also this month, William P. Barrett, an attorney for Harrigan, asked to withdraw from the case, a request that Judge Denis Cohen will consider in a motions hearing Aug. 2. A settlement conference in the case is scheduled for Sept. 13. If no settlement is reached, a pretrial conference is tentatively scheduled for Nov. 6, with a jury trial set for Dec. 4. The criminal case against the three is resolved; Williams and Harrigan accepted plea deals and performed community service, while Knott took her case to court and served five months in prison after being found guilty of four misdemeanor charges. n

Chesco D.A. discusses high-school hazing case By Timothy Cwiek timothy@epgn.com It was a crime that rocked Chester County. A 14-year-old student at Conestoga High School was held down by two older students, while a third student poked a broomstick in the boy’s rectum. In a recent interview, Chester County District Attorney Thomas P. Hogan discussed challenges he faced in prosecuting the case. He also explained a plea agreement in the case, which resulted in no jail time or fines for the three defendants. The incident took place October 2015 in a locker room at the school. All of the boys played football at the school. The victim said he resisted any physical contact with the defendants and the broom. The defendants initially were charged with simple assault, unlawful restraint, conspiracy and related offenses. They faced a lengthy prison term, if convicted of all

charges. However, after defense attorneys said their clients would plead guilty to a summary offense of harassment in return for other charges being dropped, the D.A.’s Office accepted the proposal. On Jan. 3, 2017, both sides issued a joint statement announcing the plea agreement. According to the statement, the victim was poked with a broom on his leg. Hogan said the wording of the joint statement was the best that both sides could agree upon. Hogan said an extensive investigation was undertaken prior to the plea agreement, generating about 500 pages of reports and 20 DVDs of recorded witness interviews. Hogan expressed disappointment that some people still insist the incident never took place. “There is this hardcore band of football loyalists who say that nothing ever happened, that the whole thing was a lie,” he said. But in fairness to Hogan’s critics, the failure of the statement PAGE 7

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to mention that a broom penetrated the boy’s rectum may have fueled speculation that the entire incident was fabricated. Hogan emphasized that he believes the victim, who maintains he was penetrated anally by a broomstick. “[The victim] had our backing 100-percent,” Hogan continued. “We have every confidence in his testimony and in the evidence.” Hogan said the victim was consulted and didn’t oppose the plea agreement. Hogan also noted the possibility of acquittals if the case went to trial. “We were more than happy to try the case,” Hogan added. “The reason we went along with [the plea agreement] was because the victim said that was sufficient for him. As long as that made sense for us, we were willing to honor the victim’s view of the world.” Hogan expressed mixed feelings about the final outcome. He says he’d like to have seen a public apology from the defendants, but that never happened. Still, Hogan said he’s gratified that reforms were instituted at Conestoga High School. For example, there’s no longer a tradition that on Thursdays at Conestoga, some students publicly simulate gay sex. “We put an end to hazing at this school and [we put] a serious damper on hazing throughout Chester County,” Hogan noted. Additionally, coaches at the high school who failed to adequately supervise their players were dismissed — though Hogan doesn’t take credit for that outcome. The defendants admitted they harassed the victim, which is a criminal offense, thus providing a modicum of justice for the victim, Hogan said. Hogan also said he stands by a letter to the editor his office sent to several newspapers in June. “At the end of the day, the prosecutors, detectives, defense lawyers and the court all did their jobs in this case with integrity and fairness,” the letter concludes. n

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Locally founded LGBT health-care app launches By Beth Boyle PGN Contributor It took one year and a lot of sleepless nights, but QSpaces is now live. “We were supposed to launch the website a month ago,” said cofounder Catherine Hofman, “but it kept getting pushed back. We were working on the site almost until the launch party.” QSpaces is a website that allows users to search for and rate health-care providers, including specialists, PCPs and mental-health providers, on their friendliness, competence and overall care. The website launched last month at QSpacesHealth.com and currently offers a database of 7,500 doctors users can search and review. Doctors can also “claim” their profiles and expand on them. The idea for QSpaces was born in 2015 when spouses Hofman and Nic Anthony moved to Philadelphia from North Carolina so Anthony could pursue her medical degree. Despite the vibrant LGBT community and the many hospitals in Philadelphia, they said, they both struggled to find doctors who were LGBT-competent. At the time, Hofman said, “We moved to Philly and we were like, Where are all the gay people at?” After they had come up with the idea for QSpaces, they presented the concept

at the 2016 JAZ Tank Awards and netted a $10,000 investment from Thomas Jefferson University. More funding came in from friends and outside investors who believed in their mission. “It was a shock to realize how much a website costs,” Hofman said. “Everyone spends their days online, and you never think about how much it all costs. But what we managed to create with $22,000 is just incredible. We’ll only get better with more time and money. “At first, we thought we could build it ourselves,” she added. “I thought, I’m smart, I can teach myself coding. I thought I’d hire a few people and just get it all out in six months. That is not how it happened.” Instead, the pair connected with Webjunto. They met with the company last summer to devise the primary functions users would want from the site, based largely on a public survey they conducted earlier last year. “We got 300 responses to that survey and [they] guided the direction we were headed,” Hofman said. A Lambda Legal study found that 56 percent of LGB individuals and 70 percent of transgender people have experienced discrimination, including physical harassment and abusive language, while seeking health care. A 2012 study by University of

Washington Health Sciences examined the effects of implicit bias towards LGBT patients. The study found that self-identified heterosexual providers are more comfortable providing care to other heterosexuals. Even as Philadelphia-area doctors work to increase their LGBT services, such as the University of Penn’s LGBT Health Program, other states are putting up barriers to LGBT health care. A recently passed law in Mississippi allows doctors to refuse treatment to LGBT people on religious grounds and similar laws have been introduced in Florida and Tennessee. Hofman noted that QSpaces is not a directory of LGBT-friendly doctors. “A lot of people think all these doctors are LGBT-friendly, but that’s what the reviews are for. We need people to go on and rate the doctors because some of them might not be.” At the June 27 launch party at Toasted Walnut, dozens of people, many of them members of the medical and LGBT communities, gathered to celebrate Anthony, Hofman and the Webjunto team. During a toast, Hofman said, “What I’ve done my whole life is solve problems, and it’s difficult to get quality health care in Philadelphia, so that seemed like a great problem to solve.” n

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Elicia Gonzales named as Women’s Medical Fund executive director By Jeremy Rodriguez jeremy@epgn.com Elicia Gonzales applied for what she called a “dream job” with the Women’s Medical Fund, a local advocacy organization to protect and expand abortion access to low-income women. Following a search by a six-member Succession Task Force, the organization’s board of directors announced Gonzales as the executive director. “I’ve been really concerned about sexual and reproductive health from as far back as I can remember and this is a culmination of my personal and professional worlds intersecting in this really powerful, solid and instrumental organization in Philadelphia,” the 42-year-old said. “I feel like all points of my life are converging on this particular opportunity right now.” Gonzales will take on the position previously held by Susan Schewel. “I’m so happy to be welcoming Elicia Gonzales as my successor,” Schewel said in a statement. “I am excited to see how WMF grows under her leadership as she utilizes her experience and skills to carry WMF into the future.” Gonzales began working in the nonprofit world in Denver, Colo. There, she worked for Planned Parenthood and was a founding board member of COLOUR (Colorado Organization for Latina and Opportunity and Reproductive Rights). Her passion for this work led her to earn two master’s degrees in social work and education. Additionally, she became a professor of sexuality at Widener University, a therapist and a program manager. She currently serves on the boards of Bread & Roses Community Fund, Camp Sojourner Girls’ Leadership Program and Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania. “I recognized very early on that a person having agency over their own body was of the utmost importance of having a healthy and whole society,” Gonzales said. She also served as the executive director of GALAEI, a queer Latinx social-justice organization. She said her executive-director experience, in addition to her work in reproductive justice, has positioned her well for this new role. “I think having served as the executive director of GALAEI for six years really helped to cement my feet into the realities

of what is needed to successfully run a small organization,” Gonzales said. “You learn the dos and don’ts by going through that experience. There were many things that I look back on [that I] would have potentially done differently and, moving forward, will certainly enact in my role at Women’s Medical Fund.” Through her work, Gonzales made many contacts with whom she hopes to maintain relationships in her new position. She noted, “The bulk of this funding comes from everyday folks who recognize the injustices and threats to reproductive health.” “I absolutely will, and already have, reached out to folks who I have connected with over my years to let them know I will be contacting them to find out ways in which they can be brought into our work,” she said. Gonzales noted how low-income women and women of color are largely impacted by lack of access to abortion and reproductive services. “As a queer Latina, my own personal experiences of my sexuality [and] of my relationship to having gone to a crisis pregnancy center, for example, situate me in a different way that will allow these conversations to evolve,” Gonzales said. She added that she plans to use gender-neutral language and take race, class, religion, ability and other identities into consideration in all of the agency’s operations. She also wants to ensure those who are most impacted are centered in these conversations. “That’s something we’re going to continue to work on as an organization regarding finding out: What are the specific needs? What are the specific resources that these folks come to the table with?” Gonzales said. “We want to be able to shine a light on that and really demonstrate how poverty, sexism, racism and patriarchy can really impact a person’s decision to make the safest and healthiest decision for themselves.” Moving forward, Gonzales said the nation is at a “really critical juncture” due to the political climate, and said she is looking forward to harnessing this energy. “People feel ramped up to give up their time or to give up their resources,” Gonzales said. “To be able to harness some of that anger and frustration, as well as enthusiasm and motivation to ensure that folks have access to abortions and all other pregnancy-related care, I feel really excited about it. I think people are stepping up in ways that we haven’t seen before. The ‘Trump-thought,’ if you will, is exciting for me because it’s going to allow me to channel a lot of these feelings of complete hopelessness and anger into a positive direction.” n

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By Jeremy Rodriguez jeremy@epgn.com More than 30 people turned out at Smokin’ Betty’s Tuesday for a community conversation on statewide transgender rights. Trans Rights in PA with Naiymah Sanchez & ACLU-PA’s (American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania) Youth Leadership Outreach Team featured comments from ACLU leadership on trans issues and a Q&A. Sanchez, ACLU PA’s transgender advocacy coordinator, spoke on her personal experiences. “I want to acknowledge being in this position as a transgender woman of color and to extend my gratitude to all of you who are here tonight to learn the state of transgender rights in the state of Pennsylvania,” she said. Sanchez’s goals for ACLU PA Sanchez described the goals for her role at ACLU PA, which she has held since January. She said she wanted to have more community conversations, which she labeled as “Transgender to the table, setting the tone for change.” “I labeled it this because [trans people] have been invited to so many events but these events were not designed for us,” Sanchez said. “They were there to take our stories and for other people to advocate for us. I wanted us — and when I say us, I mean trans, gender-variant, non-binary folks — to come to the table. Tell me. Tell us [and] the ACLU. Learn the challenges, our barriers and how we can change things at policy- and legislative-related levels to increase the success-

ful life of a trans person.” Sanchez added that she had not appreciated the size of the state before she took on her ACLU position, which has had her traveling to areas such as Pittsburgh and State College to engage communities. “These conversations were amazing,” Sanchez said. “We were able to gain knowledge of what people were seeing as challenges or barriers in holding us, the ACLU, accountable for fighting for freedom and equality for trans individuals.” The ACLU of Ohio has a webpage specifically related to transgender rights and Sanchez said the Pennsylvania chapter will develop a similar site. She said it will include social-justice resources related to housing, health coverage and other “Know Your Rights” materials. “We have been grouped together as the LGBQ-T community,” Sanchez said. “A lot of things and a lot of issues that trans folks face, LGBQ people don’t face.” Sanchez added that she also wants the site to highlight specific stories of transgender individuals and their intersectional identities such as people of color and those of different religions, HIVstatuses and other areas. “We want to get these stories out because our senators, our legislators, really don’t know our struggles until we tell them,” she said. “And this is simply a way that we can tell them.” Trans-rights cases in PA ACLU intake attorney Michelin Cahill also outlined related lawsuits the ACLU PA is undertaking. This included a case in which the organization is defending the Boyertown Area School District, which PAGE 20 is protecting the rights

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Turning back the clock on trans rights July 1, 2017, could have been a historic day for transgender rights. The military was set to finalize its implementation of a rule allowing transgender members to enlist and serve openly. It was a day that was long overdue, and would have been the result of years of lobbying by community members, lawmakers and military officials. Instead, the Trump administration hit the pause button on progress. Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis announced a six-month delay in the implementation of the Obama-era order that would have enabled new trans-identifying members to enlist; the ban on open service by currently enlisted trans members was lifted last year. Mattis’ move was to purportedly allow for further consultation about military readiness. However, reality flies in the face of Mattis’ suggestion that more time may be needed to evaluate the preparedness of the military to handle trans members — as trans members are already serving in the military. The issue has been studied, explored and evaluated extensively — for years — with finding after finding noting that open service by LGBT members would not disrupt military preparedness. That’s not to mention the unconstitutionality of banning military service by Americans who are otherwise qualified. Apart from the exclusionary message this halt is sending to and about trans communities, the move is also a loss for the military. There very well may be many young trans people who are ready, willing and eager to join the military and devote their lives to serving our country; their prohibition from doing so is what’s truly damaging to the military. We are at a point right now where American morale and trust in our country’s leadership is at an all-time low; people who want to dedicate their work to upholding and preserving American freedom and democracy should not be discouraged from doing so. Turning away eligible and qualified servicemembers based solely on gender identity is contrary to what our military is supposed to stand for. And suggesting that months and perhaps even years of study and preparations are needed to evaluate how to not discriminate is preposterous. While the new administration is overrun by anti-trans bigots, most of our current leaders pride themselves on their belief in strengthening and investing in our military. Rooting out discrimination and divisiveness from our forces would take a needed step in that direction. n

Have you raped a rainbow today? fear, hence the need No, that isn’t from a Skittles advertisefor LGBT pride in ment gone wrong. It’s just what LGBT the first place. people do. Take things away from good “Rainbow Christians and rape them out of spite. flags are flown in At least that’s what Linda “HumanAmerica from some frown-that-won’t-turn-upside-down” government buildHarvey claims. She wants to take the rainings, at some of bow away from the gays and give it back to our embassies, and God (the Christian God, obviously). And these colors on sevas we all know, June was an especially eral occasions even traumatic month for rainbows. And bigots, lit up our White incidentally. House (under the former regime, thank According to Harvey, God created the God),” she wrote. rainbow to “convey simple joy, innocence Yes, thank God we now have a man in and purity of heart.” the White House who doesn’t stoop to the “It’s clear God did not intend for the level of celebrating our country’s LGBT rainbow to represent rebellion, iniquity and citizens and just brags about grabbing division,” Harvey wrote in an “exclusive” women’s pussies instead, as God intended. column for World Nut Daily. “So how did So what should those offended by rainthis precious symbol become the banner, bows do? “As Christians, we have [the] option [to with few objections, for human depravity, sue],” Harvey wrote, “but believers in Jesus lust, defiance and heresy?” I know that conservative Christians hate Christ don’t always go this route because science, but I feel it’s important to point we are more secure than that.” Yes, believers in Jesus are so secure, out here that the scientific explanation for says the woman complaining that gay rainhow rainbows form is when sunlight and rain get together and decide to do gay stuff. bows hurt her feelings. “The sweet rainbow image has been vioAnother option, she said, is to “tradelated, raped by the mark the rainbow,” deluded and fraudwhich she acknowl“It’s clear God did not ulent, and it now edged is “probably intend for the rainbow to serves too often as impossible.” a garish signpost I have a better represent rebellion, iniqfor slavery to grave idea. If anti-LGBT homosexual sin,” Christians want to uity and division. So how Harvey lamented. reclaim the raindid this precious symbol See? I told you bow so badly, they she thinks LGBT should tattoo a rainbecome the banner, with people are rainbow bow across their few objections, for human faces and include rapers. In reality, the the words “God’s depravity, lust, defiance rainbow flag was Property” in letand heresy?” designed and ters large and bold adopted in 1978 enough to be read by artist Gilbert Baker (who just died in from a distance. If enough conservative Christians did March) at the request of Harvey Milk. The this, LGBT people would surely abandon idea was a symbol to represent the LGBT the rainbow in droves and have to adopt community’s pride and diversity (not, as another symbol. May I suggest the smiley Harvey put it, “grave homosexual sin”). The flag became especially popular after face? n Milk was assassinated. And now, the rainbow has become a D’Anne Witkowski is a poet, writer and comedian mainstream symbol of LGBT pride, which living in Michigan with her wife and son. She has been writing about LGBT politics for over a decade. Follow angers folks like Harvey who think that her on Twitter @MamaDWitkowski. LGBT people should live in shame and

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Who speaks for us? On a recent episode of “Chelsea,” a Netflix-based interview show, host Chelsea Handler asked guest Janet Mock about another transgender celebrity, Caitlyn Jenner. Days before the show, Jenner had joked about the shooting of Congressman Steve Scalise to the College Republican National Committee. “Liberals can’t even shoot straight,” said Jenner, seemingly unaware that the officer who shot and killed the suspect was a liberal, lesbian-identified, African-American woman. Handler asked Mock if she feels a responsibility to defend Jenner as a representative of the trans community, and Mock was very clear in her response. “I think my community has overwhelmingly said that we don’t want that [representation]. “It’s Caitlyn Jenner,” Mock continued, “who’s a very specific person, with a specific set of experiences that are very moneyed, very white and very privileged … She can say that on behalf of herself, but I don’t think on behalf of the community.” This is one of the challenges, however, when it comes to the media. If they are looking for a transgender person, Jenner is — for now — one of the first people to whom they will gravitate. Further, they will gravitate to her for some of the very reasons Mock points out: She is a wealthy, white, privileged celebrity. For that matter, they may choose her before someone far more well-spoken, like Mock or others, simply because she is likely to say something controversial and — in the eyes of the media — entertaining. This is how they gain viewers, and how they sell laundry detergent to those same viewers. Yet, Mock is completely right when she points out the specifics around Jenner, and how her experience is vastly different from the majority of trans-identified people. I would even go so far as to note that her lived experience is dramatically different from even this Caucasian trans woman, due in large part to Jenner’s privilege. When Jenner is treated as a representative of the transgender community, she is only bringing her experience to the table. She is not speaking much of the experiences of non-binary trans folks, nor trans men, trans people of color, nor those of a wide variety of identities or experiences. When the media treats her as a representative without considering her limitations, it’s potentially harming any other trans person who isn’t Jenner. Yet, in pointing this out, I wonder if this sets up a larger issue. If Jenner does not — cannot — speak to the wider trans experience, then can any of us? Is my experience as a lower-to-middle-class Caucasian trans woman of any value outside of those who share a similar path and environment? Do the experiences of one specific trans person from any background help explain other specific experiences in the wider community outside of that person’s own? For that matter, does Mock, in speaking

about Jenner, run the risk of speaking for a wider community from within her own very-specific world view? Think back to the start of this column. When Mock was asked about Jenner, she addressed this in a very specific fashion. She did not talk immediately about having to defend Jenner, but spoke of the community’s views: “I think my community has overwhelmingly said that we don’t want that [representation].” Mock is wise. She lets the community speak. It is a community she embraces and a community she is a part of. She acknowledges being a part of a greater whole. This is something Jenner has, thus far, been incapable of doing. What’s more, Mock has done an astounding job of speaking on behalf of the community over the last several years, via two books and countless interviews and speeches. She has shown a maturity and wisdom that has earned her a place of respect community-wide. Again, Jenner has not done the same, in spite of her own book, her reality show and her own public appearances. Jenner — even though nearly 70 years old — lacks the experience of transgender people a third of her age. She only publicly started her transition two years ago, and still has a lot of work to do to really understand life as a trans woman. One other thing: Even if it is Jenner, speak to a trans person. Do not assume that you have to speak to a non-trans person to understand us, or get “the straight truth” or what not. You will find there are many non-transgender, self-identified experts who have their own agendas, some of which are very harmful to transgender people. This is doubly true right now, as we see attempts to roll back transgender rights, and our foes try to paint transgender people as sexual deviants seeking to target vulnerable individuals. Never assume that just because a person isn’t trans that there isn’t an underlying motive for how he or she may paint transgender people. No one person can truly speak for the whole of the transgender community. I, for one, can speak to a lot of the experiences of transgender people — some more specifically than others — but it would be simply wrong for me to claim to be able to speak on the lived experiences of many within the community in more-than-general terms. All this said, I would hope that the media would opt to seek out the Janet Mocks of the world. What’s more, if you are focusing on non-binary trans issues, seek out a non-binary trans person. Talk to trans men about trans men’s issues. Indeed, a media outlet that is simply going to Caitlyn Jenner about trans issues is a lazy one, and needs to seek out real representation. n Gwen Smith is not suggesting she speak in place of Jenner. You can find her at www.gwensmith.com.

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Street Talk Should Kathy Griffin have been fired from her CNN New Year's gig? "No. What she did wasn't such a big deal. Similar parodies have been done on Obama, without Lanica Angpak the same youth-program cooroutcry. I feel dinator Queen Village compassion for her. Her punishment was too extreme. People have done worse and not gotten fired."

"No. I think she should have her show. One mistake shouldn't ruin your entire career. I don't condone what Katie Bouchard she did; I nurse find what Society Hill she did to be disagreeable. But I'd like to see her continue to do well in her career. I've always liked her."

"No. I don't like that she used blood in her skit, but still, it falls within the range of freedom of speech. If you fire Helen McKean Kathy Griffin, teacher that makes South Philadelphia censorship more of a possibility in America. I'm a big supporter of freedom of expression."

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Letters and Feedback In response to “City unveils new rainbow flag symbolizing racial diversity,” June 9, 2017: The flag is a good idea. Inclusion is always good. There have been many alterations to the flag and not one peep out [of] most people. It’s welcomed by many LGBT POC who have felt excluded. Thanking the city [of] Philadelphia! It’s not about just majority privilege in 2017.

In response to “Pride goes off with few setbacks,” June 23-29, 2017: I really think Franny should reconsider and keep Pride on [the] third weekend in June. For the first time ever, we have not competed with D.C. Pride and this year the bars were packed beyond anything I have ever seen. I really think it was a huge benefit to attendance and helped make Pride a better event. Why go back?

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In response to “Community rallies to help displaced residents during Gayborhood fire,” July 7, 2017:

Because why evolve or change things when you can do things the same way as you have for 20 years? Haha. Agreed that it’s nice seeing everyone talking about Philly Pride for once that weekend instead of talking about going to another city’s Pride.

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International Mayor says London’s pride parade ‘best antidote’ to tragedy London’s mayor has called the Pride in London parade the biggest ever and said the celebration provided the “best antidote” to recent tragedies. Sadiq Khan on July 8 told revelers at the LGBT Pride event that the festivities provided welcome relief from recent bouts with terrorism and a devastating fire. The annual parade honored members of emergency services who were praised for heroic work responding to extremist attacks and the Grenfell Tower fire. More than 25,000 people took part in the gala parade, with up to 1-million people watching in Central London. The huge crowd included many repre-

Media Trail Kansas City-area universities add gender-inclusive housing The Kansas City Star reports the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the University of Kansas are joining a national trend toward setting aside areas in residence halls to accommodate students who don’t identify with a specific gender. The two universities each assigned housing for more than 20 students who might be transgender, transitioning from their birth gender or who don’t fit into the traditional idea of male or female roles. More than 200 universities across the country have made similar arrangements. Supporters say the change makes those students comfortable in residence halls. Even some conservative groups that have fought other transgender-related issues say setting aside gender-inclusive suites is better than opening all dorms to students of various gender identities.

Activists want Houston gayspousal benefits halted amid case According to the Washington Post, con-

senting countries where homosexual acts are still criminalized. As part of the festivities, a rainbow flag was projected onto the Houses of Parliament for the first time.

New Zealand lawmakers apologize for gay convictions New Zealand lawmakers have apologized for the “tremendous hurt and suffering” they caused hundreds of men who were convicted of homosexuality more than three decades ago. The parliament took the rare step July 6 of issuing a formal apology to all those unfairly convicted under the antiquated laws. Lawmakers also approved the first stage of a bill that will allow the men to have their criminal records wiped clean. The measures were passed with unanimous approval among lawmakers from various political parties. The government estimates about 1,000 men will be eligible to have their convictions quashed. Most were prosecuted after 1965 and before 1986, when New Zealand decriminalized homosexuality. Sex between women was never explicitly illegal under New Zealand law. servative activists are seeking an injunction blocking Houston from paying samesex spousal benefits to its municipal employees, after Texas’ Supreme Court ruled last week that gay couples may not be entitled to them. Attorneys filed a motion July 7 in District Court in Harris County, which includes Houston. They also want to recover public funds that America’s fourth-largest city spent on same-sex spousal benefits since November 2013, though how much such “clawbacks” would be worth is unclear. Last week, the all-Republican state Supreme Court overturned a lower court’s decision favoring same-sex marriage benefits and ordered the issue back to trial. Opponents hope the case will chip away at the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2015 ruling legalizing gay marriage, arguing that decision doesn’t mean gay couples have inherent rights to spousal benefits.

Effort to reverse transbathroom rule falls short The Seattle Times reports voters won’t see a ballot measure in November that seeks to undo Washington’s transgender-bathroom rule. A group seeking the initiative canceled its July 7 appointment to turn in signatures, which was the deadline. The group, Just Want Privacy, was gathering signatures in an effort to reverse a 2015 state regulation that guarantees people access to bathrooms and locker rooms according to the gender with which they identify. The state says the rule issued

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Chinese man wins forced gay conversion therapy lawsuit A gay man in Central China has reportedly won a lawsuit against a mental hospital over forced conversion therapy, in what activists hailed as the first such victory in the country. Local media reports say a court in Zhumadian in Henan province has ordered a city mental hospital to issue a public apology and pay the man 5,000 yuan ($735) as part of the judgment. The man had been forcibly admitted to the institution in 2015 by his wife and relatives and diagnosed with “sexual-preference disorder.” He was forced to take medicine and receive injections before finally walking free after 19 days. China removed homosexuality from its list of recognized mental illnesses more than 15 years ago but stories are rife of families admitting their relatives for conversion therapy. n — compiled by Larry Nichols by the state Human Rights Commission didn’t introduce a new right but clarified a 2006 law barring sexual-orientation or gender-identity discrimination. Just Want Privacy argues the rule could be used as a shield for sexual predators to enter those places and harm women and children, actions that are already unlawful. The group also failed to collect enough signatures last year.

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LGBT resource center excluded from Utah parade According to the Salt Lake Tribune, a Utah LGBT resource center says it was excluded from participating in a July 4 parade because organizers decided the nonprofit was an advocacy group. Stephenie Larsen, executive director of the nonprofit Encircle, said organizers of the America’s Freedom Festival parade in Provo told her July 3 that her group could not participate. Larsen said July 4 that her organization is not an advocacy group but a resource center for gay, lesbian and transgender teens. America’s Freedom Festival is a private nonprofit that’s faced criticism in the past for allowing incumbent officeholders, generally Republicans, to participate in parades but not their political challengers and for naming conservative talk-show hosts Sean Hannity and Glenn Beck to lead its fireworks show. Parade organizers did not return messages July 4. n — compiled by Larry Nichols

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Obituary Danny Ricard, longtime Venture Inn bartender By Jeremy Rodriguez jeremy@epgn.com Danny Ricard, longtime bartender of the now-closed LGBT bar Venture Inn, died July 4 due to complications of throat cancer. Ricard worked at Venture Inn for 43 years as a dishwasher, host and bartender. Henry Brinton and Tommy Martinez worked with Ricard during portions of his career there. Neither of the former bartenders knew Ricard’s age at the time of his death but believed he was in his late 60s. Brinton said Ricard “didn’t really like his birthday.” “If you wished him a happy birthday, you got scolded,” Martinez added with a laugh. “Danny used to celebrate everybody else’s birthday,” Brinton said. “He would remember everyone’s birthday but he didn’t celebrate his.” The two recalled Ricard making what they called a delicious orange vanilla almond cake with powdered sugar on top for customers when he knew they were coming in for their birthdays. This friendly attitude is among the reasons Ricard was a “mainstay” of the Gayborhood, they said. “When he passed away, I got phone calls from people in California, Florida, all over the United States,” Brinton said. “They would make it a point to see Danny whenever they were in town.” In addition to customers, Ricard also had respect for his fellow employees. Brinton said when he first started working at Venture Inn, Ricard told all of the regulars to treat him well. “He made my transition nice and smooth,” Brinton said. “He took good care of me when I started working there.” Martinez said he hung out at Venture Inn for a year largely because of Ricard’s personality, and then he started working as a bartender. He said his first shift was Super Bowl Sunday and the bar was standingroom-only. “I walked behind that bar and I’m like, ‘Oh shit. What do I do now?’ And [Ricard]

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said, ‘Girl, you get back there. You’re going to be fine. I got you. I’m going to stand by you all night,’” Martinez said while mimicking the sound of Ricard’s voice. Both Martinez and Brinton recalled funny memories of Ricard’s gravelly voice. “He would stand there at the bar and go, ‘Girl, this is my favorite song. Ready, I’m going to sing,’” Brinton said before making a guttural sound with his throat. “I would wet my pants every time he did it.” “He was so much fun,” Martinez added. Martinez noted some of Ricard’s trademark catchphrases. “People would come to him and he’d just say, ‘I’m not an actress. I’m a movie star.’ It was just his thing.” “Danny was the type of bartender that would put on a show for you,” Brinton said. “He was an old-school bartender that could read exactly what you needed when you walked through the door.” Brinton said Ricard’s sense of humor even continued in his last days. “I’d call him on the phone and he would say, ‘Hey girl, hey. What gossip you got for me? Who’s sleeping with who?’ Even though you could tell he was getting really tired, he would stay on the phone as long as I wanted to with him.” Brinton said Ricard represented an ideal that has been fading from Gayborhood nightlife. “When Danny passed away, he took a lot of the history of the neighborhood and the way the gay bars used to be, when everyone would welcome each other and protected each other — which you don’t really get anymore,” Brinton said. “He was a great man.” n port Reading Pride Celebration. The annual Pride festival will be held from noon-6 p.m. July 15 at Centre Park, 733 Centre Ave. Dance artist Dario will perform, along with Celtic magician Daniel GreenWolf and regional musicians and drag performers. The event also features vendors, speakers and a food court. Admission is $5, with proceeds benefitting RPC. The official post-Pride party takes place 6-midnight that evening at DoubleTree by Hilton with a DJ and drag performances and food and drinks for purchase. Tickets are $5 and the party is for those 21 and over. For more information, visit www.readingpridecelebration.org. n — Jen Colletta

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The potential benefits of working with a financial advisor Q: My wife and I are looking to retire soon. We’ve always managed our own finances to this point, but think maybe we should seek guidance from a professional. Can you help us understand what to expect when working with an advisor?

clients turn accumulated assets into retirement income. • Master of Science in Financial Services (MSFS) — This program focuses on planning strategies for affluent clients.

A: First, congratulations on your pending retirements. Certainly it may be timely for you and your wife to seek additional guidance, if for no other reason than to reinforce that you are on the right path. Here’s what you should expect when seeking a financial advisor.

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No matter what your level of investment experience or sophistication, you may benefit from developing a relationship with a financial advisor. Why? Because a qualified financial advisor is trained to analyze your personal situation and design a program to help you address your unique financial goals and objectives. What’s in a name?

Financial advisors (also called financial planners or financial consultants) can earn certifications or designations by completing accredited courses of study. Listed below are some frequently sought designations: • Certified Financial Planner® — Generally, CFP® is a much sought-after designation for those who wish to offer financial planning advice. This designation is awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. • Chartered Financial Consultant™ (ChFC) — This program focuses intensively on areas such as estate, retirement and insurance planning. It is similar to the CFP designation (see above). • Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU) — This designation represents an advanced certification in life insurance and estate planning. The CLU is widely considered to be the insurance industry’s most respected designation. • Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP) — This program focuses on training professionals to help

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• Accredited Estate Planner® (AEP) — This designation is conferred by the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils upon certain types of credentialed professionals (e.g., CPAs, attorneys and others) who meet stringent education and/or experience requirements in the area of estate planning. In addition to any potential salary they may earn, financial advisors are usually compensated in one of three ways:

1. Fee only — Charge a fee for their time and services, but sell nothing. 2. Commission only — Charge a commission on the sale of investment products such as mutual funds, stocks, bonds or insurance products. 3. Hybrid — Charge both a planning fee and commission on transactions. Although all three methods of compensating financial advisors are used, some people prefer to simply pay a financial advisor for services provided, in much the same way you would pay an accountant or a lawyer for advice. Do your due diligence Knowing what to expect from a financial advisor can help put you at ease and set the foundation for a long and trusting relationship. Here are interview-style questions to ask in an introductory meeting or phone call. • What is your educational background? • What (if anything) did you do before becoming a financial advisor? • Do you offer specific or general recommendations? • Will you help to implement these recommendations? • Do you offer financial advice on non-investment issues, such as estate law or accounting? • If so, at what point would you bring in someone else to help?

• How do you keep in touch with your clients? • Do you initiate annual reviews, or should I? Getting started At your first official meeting, you and your advisor will identify your financial needs and goals. Although it sounds simple, this can be harder than you think. Your advisor will be able to ask you the right questions to help you to determine what your goals are, just in case you aren’t sure yourself. To prepare for your first meeting, call your advisor and ask what specific documents and information you should bring. These may include essential documents such as wills, copies of insurance policies, pension information and investment-account statements. In addition, you should be prepared to answer or at least discuss the following questions: • Retirement — When do you plan to retire? In what style do you expect to retire? Do you have any retirement savings? • Income and savings — What is your current income and rate of savings? Do you anticipate a change in jobs, leaving a job to stay home with children or starting your own business? • College — Do you have plans to fund or help fund your children’s education? • Disasters — Are you prepared for the unexpected? If you lost your job, had a serious accident or contracted a serious illness, would you be prepared financially? • Estate planning — Do you have a will? Have you considered the tax implications of transferring your estate to your heirs? • LGBT planning — Do you have any unique planning needs as an LGBT single/ couple that you’re concerned may not currently be addressed? After you and your financial advisor have established your objectives, your advisor will create a plan and review it with you. At a minimum, the plan may include making sure specific short- and long-term goals are provided for, that you have sufficient insurance and that you have cash reserves to meet unexpected financial needs.

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Taking charge By deciding to consult a financial advisor, you have begun to take charge of your finances. A professional financial advisor will help you identify your planning goals and create a plan that may help achieve them. In the years to come, your advisor can become a trusted friend and confidant. And together, you can work toward creating and implementing a financial plan that is suitable for you. n Jeremy R. Gussick is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional affiliated with LPL Financial, the nation’s largest independent broker-dealer.* Jeremy specializes in the financial planning and retirement income needs of the LGBT community and was recently named a 2016 FIVE STAR Wealth Manager as mentioned in Philadelphia Magazine.** He is active with several LGBT organizations in the Philadelphia region, including DVLF and the Independence Business Alliance, the Philadelphia region’s LGBT chamber of commerce. OutMoney appears monthly. If you have a question for Jeremy, you can contact him via email at jeremy.gussick@lpl.com. There is no assurance that utilizing a financial advisor or financial plan will yield positive outcomes. The purchase of certain securities may be required to affect some of the strategies. Investing involves risks including possible loss of principal. This article was prepared with the assistance of DST Systems Inc. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. We suggest that you discuss your specific situation with a qualified tax or legal advisor. Please consult me if you have any questions. LPL Financial Representatives offer access to Trust Services through The Private Trust Company N.A., an affiliate of LPL Financial. Because of the possibility of human or mechanical error by DST Systems Inc. or its sources, neither Wealth Management Systems Inc. nor its sources guarantees the accuracy, adequacy, completeness or availability of any information and is not responsible for any errors or omissions or for the results obtained from the use of such information. In no event shall DST Systems Inc. be liable for any indirect, special or consequential damages in connection with subscribers’ or others’ use of the content. Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC. *As reported by Financial Planning magazine, June 1996-2016, based on total revenues. **Award based on 10 objective criteria associated with providing quality services to clients such as credentials, experience, and assets under management among other factors. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of 2016 Five Star Wealth Managers

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Seven ways to keep your long-term relationship healthy Maintaining healthy communication skills in a long-term relationship is of paramount importance to the continued success of your relationship. While a few couples out there may naturally communicate effectively and in ways conducive to both parties feeling understood and fulfilled, most of us have to put in the work to avoid getting stuck in negative patterns. Here are some tips for listening, talking and fighting with your partner in ways conducive to long-term success and happiness:

2. Deescalate the fight. Fighting can be healthy if it happens infrequently and doesn’t drag on for long periods of time. Most productive communication occurs through talking, not yelling, and it relies heavily on your ability to express your wants, needs, feelings and experiences clearly and without alienating your partner. As such, deescalate an argument as fast as possible because the real work will likely occur once you’ve calmed down some.

3. Don’t be avoidant. Revisit a conversation if you need 1. Don’t fight to win. One more from it. If after a discuscommon and very simple way sion or argument you still feel to escalate a disagreement unresolved or like you haven’t is by keeping your focus on been fully heard or understood being correct. While there is Kristina Furia by your partner, there is time often a great deal of satisfacto re-explore the conversation tion that comes from being right, let’s be later but only if you bring it up. Some honest: Where does it really leave you topics require more than just one or two and your partner? Chances are, you get conversations. to sit with your feelings of validation but your relationship gets very little. Focus 4. Just listen. Don’t listen only for the on what will bring you and your partner sake of formulating your next retort. to a joint resolution instead of on provListen to understand what your partner ing your correctness. It requires a bit of is trying to share with you. To help with humility but it is well worth it. this task, I recommend trying this exer-

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cise together: One of you will be the designated speaker, and the other the designated listener. The speaker’s task is to speak for about 90 seconds about a topic of relevance to the relationship. The listener’s job is to listen with the knowledge that when your partner is done speaking, you have to summarize what they’ve just said, so listen carefully. As the listener, it is important that you do not slant the information nor insert any personal opinions as you paraphrase it back to your partner. Then switch roles and do the same exercise again. Afterwards, take a minute to talk about how it felt just listening. This exercise helps to promote effective communication in moments of conflict. 5. Don’t be an absolutist. Avoid using language like “You do this all the time” or “This always happens.” Instead, use words like “often” or “sometimes”; these words more accurately depict what you mean to express (unless there is a rare situation in which something literally always happens) and it helps to minimize feelings of defensiveness as your partner receives the information you’re sharing. 6. Talk about what you do want instead of what you don’t want. Telling your

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partner all of the things he or she is doing wrong is generally frustrating, angering and fruitless. On the other hand, discussing a preferred alternative behavior or way of talking about a particular topic gives your partner direction and helps to avoid them feeling attacked. 7. Don’t tell your partner how they’re feeling. Talk only about your own feelings and simply observe any statements about your partner’s thoughts and feelings as your perception instead of as fact. It is impossible for us to know precisely what our partners are thinking or feeling and suggesting that we do can lead to miscommunication and resentment. Relationships can be hard work, especially when we’ve become accustomed to behaving in ways that do not affirm our partnerships; however, with purposeful effort, ineffective communication styles can be replaced with healthier, more productive ones, making for an overall happier relationship. n Kristina Furia is a psychotherapist committed to working with LGBT individuals and couples and owner of Emerge Wellness, an LGBT health and wellness center in Center City (www.emergewellnessphilly.com).

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tive things that you can gain from any situation no matter how challenging it is and to use those lessons learned in making sure that the same mistakes aren’t made again.” Glassman said there will be a learning curve in his work and he plans to “conduct a lot of listening sessions and community conversations” to develop that understanding. Mazzoni employees have called for transparency from leadership within the organization; Glassman said he has sought to lead with transparency in his previous work and does not anticipate it being an issue in his new post. However, he does foresee another challenge. “What’s difficult is building trust,” Glassman said. “I’m a new entity at Mazzoni Center. People may know me from my prior work but many of the staff haven’t met me yet. I think it’s important for me to come to this agency with an understanding that I am functioning as one among many and that I have a role to fulfill. [I want] to value and respect everyone’s contributions and their worth and importance at the agency in order to build trust and credibility during the six months that I anticipate being there.” Glassman is the former executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Connecticut and former chairperson of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission. Among other efforts, Glassman said he has committed to racial justice through these positions and hopes to continue that work as Mazzoni CEO. “We aren’t going to be able to resolve all of [the racial tension] in my six-month tenure at Mazzoni Center but I do plan to approach all of these issues with humility, with an eye toward listening and learning from all of the people in the organization who

have experiences to share with me so that I can better understand what is happening and what their perceptions are,” he said. Glassman added that individuals who have not lived the lives of black and brown people should “do their very best” to understand “what it must be like to walk in their shoes.” “I certainly recognize my personal privilege as a white male. I am coming into a situation where we are dealing with allegations of unfair treatment and inequities on the basis of race, ethnicity and other disenfranchised classes. You have to approach this with an understanding that you move through the world differently than people whose skin color is different than yours and your perception of life is different. Recognizing that, I think it will help me to appreciate the life experiences that are being

tion [and] among the staff so it is cohesive and it is humming along without having to be distracted by these kinds of issues. Then people can feel more productive and the organization can function at the highest possible level.” Increased transparency Rodriguez noted that Mazzoni has taken steps to increase transparency in the organization. He said the board has had a larger role in day-to-day operations prior to Glassman’s appointment and said he has met almost all members of the staff. “I think there is a lot that has been going on that the board and a lot of the community were not aware of,” Rodriguez said. “That is the nature of almost any large organization. I think we erred on the side way too much of not hearing a lot of things [from these

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and groups within Mazzoni to facilitate conversations. Flynn added that board members have been on site at least twice a week, noting these visits were more sporadic prior to Mazzoni’s leadership shakeup. “There really is an intentional effort to make sure the staff knows the board and vice versa — that their faces are known and their personalities,” Flynn said. “It’s really about being there and being available. I think the comfort level has really increased.” The search for a permanent CEO Glassman’s tenure is expected to last between six and nine months, and he will not be eligible to apply for the permanent CEO position. “We wanted to ensure someone would be independent,” Flynn

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shared with me by staff and others who have been involved with the Mazzoni Center.” Glassman said he sees the organizational issues that have arisen at Mazzoni Center as opportunities for growth. “[I am looking forward to] the ability to serve in an organization that has great challenges and to have the opportunity to build stronger relationships with the community, within the organiza-

people]. That has pretty much been the role that the board all have had: listening to the input of the people who are providing the services to make sure we’re hearing their perspectives.” Rodriguez said the board has received positive feedback for its work in the last few months and noted that board members now have a temporary office space with an open-door policy. He said he has reached out to individuals

said. “Part of the reason for making the interim distinct from the permanent CEO was to let that person give very frank feedback about what they’re seeing, experiencing and hearing in a way that would be beneficial to the organization and the eventual permanent leader. That would allow them to be independent without their bias for a future [role as permanent CEO].” Glassman added that the

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board has been “very thoughtful” in wanting to discover what he learns in this position before finalizing the job description. “I think we’re going to learn a lot in the next month or two and I’m going to frankly and honestly share all of that information with the board so they can make the best possible decisions,” Glassman said. Mazzoni’s board, community members and independent executive-placement firm Advanced Corporate Solutions, LLC, will conduct a nationwide search for the next CEO. “We’re not exactly sure what our new leader needs to look like so, therefore, we’re not exactly sure what the selection process for that new leader should be. However, we’re committed to having broad representation from not just staff and the board but also from the community,” Rodriguez said, Rodriguez said, noting the city’s Office of LGBT Affairs will also be involved in the community-engagement component of the search. Rodriguez said the board hopes to have a formal selection process in place within the next few weeks and to finalize the job description by the end of the summer. Glassman noted that marginalized communities will play a role in the selection process. He said Advanced Corporate Solutions will reach out to recruit people of color and representatives of other marginalized communities to ensure Mazzoni has a diverse pool of applicants for the permanent CEO position. Additionally, community representation will include variations of genders, ethnicity, religions and abilities. “We’re looking at all possible ways to ensure that everyone’s voice is heard, respected and valued so that they can make a contribution to this effort,” Glassman said. Moving forward Mazzoni opened the doors to its new headquarters at 1348 Bainbridge St. May 30 and is scheduling an open house for the community in the fall. The Bainbridge Street headquarters features more exam rooms, larger waiting areas, more private areas to ensure patient confidentiality and a dedicated space for community events. In addition to the physical changes, Rodriguez noted the internal differences. “I think now we’re much more open to hearing from the community and from the staff: What is needed next?” Rodriguez said. n

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TRANS RIGHTS from page 9

are working with the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations to ensure Morris Home residents feel comfortable reporting any harassment or violence to police, Walker said. “We want to open up those lines of communication to make sure we don’t have a problem there at this point,” he said. City Director of LGBT Affairs Amber Hikes told PGN in an email that her office is working closely with police and residents of Morris Home “to investigate these incidents and increase the safety and security of our community members.” “The history of the attacks on the residents of Morris Home are harrowing reminders that transphobia and hatred are alive in our city and threaten the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable among us,” Hikes said. She declined to go into detail about further history involving attacks. Morris Home Director Laura Sorensen did not respond to a request for comment. n

of trans students. In March, a cisgender student sued the school after claiming his privacy was violated while in a locker room with a trans male student. Another case involved Niara Burton, a transgender woman who is suing to be transferred to a women’s prison after experiencing harassment for four years in men’s prisons. Sanchez spoke on personal experiences related to themes in both cases. “I was incarcerated for 18 months and for nine months of those 18 months, I was sexually assaulted and raped by the same person that was paid to protect me,” she said. “Me looking like this inside a male’s prison is not helpful for myself. I was a victim of verbal harassment, sexual assault, physical assault and mental assault. If I were to have it my way, I would have been put in a female facility.”

She also noted her experiences as a trans student in 2000. “I was suffering failing grades because I was not allowed to use the female restroom on my side of the school,” Sanchez said, noting that class would often end before she had the chance to walk to the bathroom and back to class. “The male restroom was on the other side and, also, the nurse’s restroom was on the other side.” Action items Event staff provided postcards with messages urging senators to support the LGBT-inclusive Pennsylvania Fairness Act. Sanchez encouraged the audience to fill them out before leaving. Additionally, she noted the ACLU is taking on cases of individuals who have been detained.

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to 12th grade. Students live on campus in cottages with assigned house parents. Dobson was enrolled in the school for several years prior to his expulsion in 2013. Dobson alleges that school officials discriminated against him because of his depression, an impairment that’s covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Additionally, Dobson alleges a house parent tried to persuade him to change his sexual orientation through antigay “conversion therapy,” which exacerbated his depression. John W. Schmehl, an attorney for Dobson, issued this statement: “In a nutshell, we think antigay bias is a component of this case. We allege that Adam was mistreated by religiously oriented house parents who apparently believe in conversion therapy. He was given the Hobson’s choice of discipline points that could reduce his college scholarship assistance and other privileges or watch the [antigay] videos. He was then ‘persuaded’ to participate in antigay prayer sessions in order to convince him to change his sexual orientation.” Schmehl said Dobson “suffered emotionally because of these actions — a connection the school sadly refuses to acknowledge. His depression increased to such a point that he needed hospitalization. After admission for a second hospitalization for short-term psychiatric care, he wasn’t allowed to return to the school. So, yes, antigay bias is very much at play in this case.” Schmehl added, that the actions came from those charged with his care exacerbated the situation, “as the child is led to believe they are looking out for his best interests. One of the remedies sought in Adam’s complaint is for the school to set up a therapeutic home for students with increased mental-health needs, rather than sending them back into poverty. The school has a $14-billion endowment and 43 mental-health professionals on staff. So we think that’s an easily feasible accommodation. Another remedy we seek is for all students threatened with expulsion to have an advocate appointed for them to plead their

“Court fees are so high and people are being detained because they cannot make these fees,” Sanchez said. “The ACLU is taking on cases of individuals who have court fees and costs and [who] have been detained or threatened to be re-arrested for not making those fees.” Sanchez also said she will host an ACLU of Pennsylvania Storytelling workshop July 26 at the William Way LGBT Community Center, which will only be open to trans individuals to share their experiences. She also requested people of trans experience to contact her so their stories can be shared on the upcoming web page. “Do me a favor,” Sanchez said. “Tell people that the ACLU has trans representation on the board and on staff and that we are dedicated to fighting for freedom, equality and liberation for all.” n

case [to remain at the school]. If Adam had an advocate, the gay-conversion activities would have been exposed. We’re prepared to go to trial to accomplish these goals, if we have to. Despite the school’s protestations, these persuasions were not benign.” Lisa Scullin, a spokesperson for the school, issued this statement: “The Milton Hershey School promotes a culture of inclusiveness and acceptance. At the heart of the school are the children whose diversity and unique personal experiences help create a warm, accepting community. Unequivocally, the school does not endorse any program that includes gay conversion therapy — nor would it support abuse or discrimination based on sexuality. The case — like others recently manufactured in hopes of changing the mission of the school — claims this individual was discriminated against based upon his mental health. He was not. And the circumstances of his enrollment will be shared in the proper forum: the court where he initiated his case. The allegation that his house parent forced him to watch a video to ‘cure him of being gay’ is despicable. The plaintiff’s former house parent, Deanna Slamans, is a proud alumna and has shared her story of overcoming adversity with hundreds of students.” Slamans also issued a statement: “Spending my own childhood as an African-American growing up in poverty and experiencing personally the emotional impact discrimination of any kind can have on a child, I am offended and heartbroken by the allegations in this complaint. During my years at [the school] as both a student and house parent — as well as raising my own children in an interracial marriage — I am extremely sensitive to students’ backgrounds and the acceptance and support all children need to thrive. Adam Dobson experienced that in our student home. Any suggestion otherwise is untrue. And I know that Adam knows that, too.” Jury selection is tentatively set for 9:30 a.m. April 2 at the Ronald Reagan Court House, 228 Walnut St. in Harrisburg, with U.S. District Judge Christopher C. Conner presiding. n

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Black Like… Nobody Part I How Governor Wolf and the Department of Health failed African-Americans in medical marijuana licensing.

ate last month the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) awarded 12 permits to grow and process medical marijuana in the Commonwealth. The state was divided by the DOH into six regions, with each region awarded two of these coveted licenses valued upwards of $40 million each. 179 applicants submitted detailed plans for growing, securing, and processing medical marijuana into oils, tinctures, and creams; the most competitive application process in a strict medical marijuana state to date.

African-Americans are shut out of the profits when drug sales are legalized. When the state passed The Medical Marijuana Act in April 2016, there was language in the act that spoke to diversity. Section 615 of the act states: “It is the intent and goal of the General Assembly that the department promote diversity and the participation by diverse groups in the activities authorized under this act. In order to further this goal, the department shall adopt and implement policies ensuring the following: (1) That diverse groups are accorded equal opportunity in the permitting process. (2) That permittees promote the participation of diverse groups in their operations by affording equal access to employment opportunities.” This seemed prudent in light of the experience in Maryland, the last state to hold a competitive medical marijuana

application prior to passage of the Pennsylvania law. You see, Maryland had a black problem; more specifically a lack of black problem. As the Washington Post reported shortly after Maryland awarded its licenses: “Maryland set up its legal medical marijuana industry with hopes of racial diversity and equity in spreading profits, but none of the 15 companies that were cleared this week for potentially lucrative growing licenses are led by African-Americans. Some lawmakers and prospective minority-owned businesses say this is unacceptable in a state where nearly a third of the population is black, the most of any state with a comprehensive legal pot industry. They say the lack of diversity is emblematic of how, across the country, African-Americans are disproportionately locked up when marijuana use is criminalized yet are shut out of the profits when drug sales are legalized. ‘We are not going to see this industry flourish in the state of Maryland with no minority participation,’ said Del. Cheryl D. Glenn (D-Baltimore), chairwoman of the Legislative Black Caucus.” Just weeks before the Pa. licenses were awarded, the Baltimore Sun reported that an unsuccessful applicant there, Alternative Medicine Maryland, had filed an emergency motion asking a Baltimore Circuit Court judge to block the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission from issuing final licenses. They charge that the commission failed to consider racial diversity in its preliminary license approvals — this a full four years after Maryland passed its medical marijuana legislation. Continued on page 2

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Black Like… Nobody Continued from page 1 So it made perfect sense, in light of the racial debacle that Maryland has become, that the Pa. DOH would do everything in its power to avoid the same fate. The DOH did just that, or so we thought, when it issued its scoring matrix which did what no other state had done before: award 100 points out of a total 1000 point score for diversity. As philly.com reports: “The highest number of diversity points, 93, was awarded to PurePenn LLC, which won a permit to open in McKeesport, near Pittsburgh. One of the few companies not to redact its diversity statement, PurePenn has no African-Americans on staff. Two of its six principals and employees, though, were listed as Hispanic or female. It also included an Asian-American among its operators and five women as financial backers. In the middle of the pack, with 60 points, was Pennsylva-

nia Grown Medicine. The company, which was denied a permit to open in predominantly-black Chester, Delaware County, is headed by veteran cannabis cultivator Corey Barnette, an AfricanAmerican who is CEO of District Grows in Washington, D.C. Barnette, who sits on the board of directors of Jefferson’s Lambert Center, said his group included a racially diverse set of financial backers, among them four African-Americans and an IndianAmerican. ‘We’re miffed.’ said Barnette, on his business being snubbed for a permit. ‘There’s been a significant drug war that’s been waged largely on the backs of ethnic minorities. We thought the diversity provision would address that. But none of the licenses went to communities with ethnic majorities.’” Next week: How did an allWhite group score the highest diversity score in the PA medical marijuana permit competition?

Kay’s Rise Continues Briefs continued from page 12 Ben Kay is only 28 years old but is already head coach at an area college. Division 3 Penn State Brandywine tabbed him as a coach late in the spring. The former Harriton graduate, and former assistant coach at Immaculata and West Chester University, ascended rapidly to his first head-coaching gig. “I am very enthused about this opportunity at Penn State Brandywine,” he said. “Penn State is such an amazing academic institution and I am looking forward to running the basketball program.” Kay’s biggest accomplishment to date is hiring last year’s Harriton coach Jesse Rappaport and former Overbook and St.Joe’s star N’aim Crenshaw into the fold. “To bring two guys like this into my staff is great,” he said. ”Jesse’s coaching experience is invaluable and Crenshaw is a Philadelphia legend and we are lucky to share his experiences with our group of student-athletes.”

School’s Out, Free Lunch Still In Numerous efforts throughout area address childhood hunger in summer By Sheila Simmons

or school children, the summertime can mean fun-filled freedom, late sleep-ins and, in some instances, hunger. That’s why a network of organizations and government entities make sure children from lowincome families, who are used to eating lunch and sometimes also breakfast at school, won’t have to go without during the summer months. Many of them kicked off this season’s efforts last week. Mayor Jim Kenney and his Office of Youth Engagement’s (OYE) Fun Safe Philly Summer Initiative hosted a festive music-filled opening to celebrate the over 1,000 various sites throughout the city. The Philadelphia Housing Authority announced its Summer Food program for its 20 meal service sites. PHA’s program provided more than 59,000 meals to youth ages 3 to 18 from public housing sites and surrounding neighborhoods last year. Said PHA President and CEO Kelvin Jeremiah, “Our young people have to have access to good, nutritional meals to stay healthy, and learn new skills.” Even SEPTA participated, once again hosting the “Stop Hunger at Your Station” food drive. Donations of canned goods were collected in barrels at 43 designated stations throughout its system from June 1223, according to a news release. Last year, SEPTA’s customers and employees contributed nearly 15,500 pounds of food, the agency says. Advocates and professionals in the field of food insecurity and childhood well-being have been effective over the years in underscoring the importance of countering childhood hunger. They point to findings like those listed in a 2013 Economic Research Service from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that say hunger can lead to everything from “lower bone mineral content in adolescent boys” and “poorer psychological function and psychosocial development among school-age children” to “higher likelihood of repeating a grade among children six to 11.”

Kids who normally rely on the school lunch program can still find nutritious meals through the Summer Food Service Program run by the Philadelphia Housing Authority. Photo courtesy of Philadelphia Housing Authority

The U.S. Department of Agriculture-led Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) says last year it provided meals, nationally, to 2.8 million children each day at 47,981 sites during the program’s peak month of July. This year is stacking up to be one with particular need. According to a news release from area hungerrelief organization Philabundance, it witnessed a 26 percent increase in food assistance this past year, compared with an increase of 22 percent increase the year before. Philabundance also states that among its distribution programs in nine Pennsylvania and New Jersey counties, 15 percent of the residents it serves are senior citizens. Thirty percent are children. “Food insecurity is a major issue not just in our city, but in our country. Too many of our children and youth are going hungry, especially during the summer months,” said Ricardo Calderon, Director for OYE. “Thankfully, in our city we have incredible individuals and organizations that work year-round to help support these young people.”

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JEWELL WILLIAMS Sheriff on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at First District Plaza, 3801 Market Street, at 9:00 AM. (EST) Conditions of Sheriff’s Sale for JUDICIAL/FORECLOSURE SALE Ten percent of the highest bid for each property auctioned off shall be deposited in certified check, attorney’s check or money order with the Sheriff by each bidder when his bid is registered, provided that in no case shall less than Six Hundred Dollars ($600.00) be deposited, otherwise upon failure or refusal to make such deposit, the bidder shall lose all benefit of his bid and the property may be offered again and sold unless a second bid has been registered, then, the second highest bidder will take the property at the highest bid price. Additionally, where there is active bidding, the highest bidder, and the second highest bidder, if any must post the entire amount of the cost of the distribution policy for the property at the time of sale by certified check, attorney’s check or money order with the Sheriff. The Sheriff reserves the right to reject any certified check, attorney’s check or money order that on its face has an expired use date and is presented for payment of the deposit. The balance of the purchase money must be deposited in certified check, attorney’s check or money order together with a Deed poll for execution by the highest bidder to the Sheriff at his office within 30 days from the time of the sale. An extension of time for an additional 30 days may be granted at the discretion of the Sheriff upon receipt of written request from the buyer requesting the same, except when a second bidder has been duly registered. Also, if the first bidder does not complete settlement with the Sheriff within the thirty (30) day time limit and a second bid was registered at the sale, the second bidder shall be granted the same thirty (30) day time limit to make settlement with the Sheriff on his second bid. Thereafter, the Sheriff shall be at liberty to return the writ to court. A second bid must be registered on any property immediately after it is sold. The second bidder must present the same amount of deposit that the highest bidder delivers to the Sheriff at the sale. An extension of time under no circumstances will be granted or honored by the Sheriff whenever a second bid is registered on a property at the sale. The first bid or opening bid on each property shall be set by the City of Philadelphia. In no event will the successful bidder be allowed to settle on the property unless all the Sheriff’s costs are paid notwithstanding the final bid. The deposit by any bidder who fails to comply with the above conditions of sale shall be forfeited and the funds will be applied to the

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Sheriff’s cost, then to any municipal claims that the City of Philadelphia has on the property. Finally, if a balance still remains, a Sheriff’s Distribution Policy will be ordered and the money will be distributed accordingly. No personal checks, drafts or promises to pay will be accepted in lieu of certified checks, attorney’s checks or money orders made payable to the Sheriff of Philadelphia County. The Sheriff reserves the right to grant further extensions of time to settle and further reserves the right to refuse bids from bidders who have failed to enter deposits on their bids, failed to make settlement, or make fraudulent bids, or any other behavior which causes disruption of the Sheriff Sale. Said bidders shall be so refused for the sale in which said behavior occurred and for said further period of time as the Sheriff in his discretion shall determine. The Sheriff will not acknowledge a deed poll to any individual or entity using an unregistered fictitious name and may, at his discretion, require proof of identity of the purchaser or the registration of fictitious names. The bid of an unregistered fictitious name shall be forfeited as if the bidder failed to meet the terms of sale. All bidders are advised to remain at the sale until after the last property is sold. The Sheriff reserves the right to re-sell any property at any time before the end of the sale, upon the successful bidders’ failure to tender the required deposit. The Sheriff reserves the right to postpone or stay the sale of any property in which the attorney on the writ has not appeared and is not present at the sale. Prospective purchasers are directed to the Web site of the Philadelphia Bureau of Revision of Taxes, (BRT) brtweb.phila. gov for a fuller description of the properties listed. Properties can be looked up by the BRT number – which should be cross checked with the address. Prospective purchasers are also directed to the Room 154 City Hall, 215-6861483 and to its website philadox. phila.gov and to its website at http://philadox.phila.gov where they can view the deed to each individual property and find the boundaries of the property. PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING THE NATURE, LOCATION, CONDITION AND BOUNDARIES OF THE PROPERTIES THEY SEEK TO PURCHASE. The BRT # refers to a unique number assigned by the City Bureau of Revision of Taxes to each property in the City for the purpose of assessing it for taxes. This number can be used to obtain descriptive information about the property from the BRT website. Effective Date: July 7, 2006 NOTICE OF SCHEDULE OF DISTRIBUTION The Sheriff will file in his office, The Land Title Building, 100 South Broad Street, 5th Floor, a

Schedule of Distribution Thirty (30) Days from the date of the sale of Real Estate. Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedule unless exceptions are filed thereto within ten (10) days thereafter. The name first appearing in each notice is that of the defendant in the writ whose property is being sold. All Writs are Writs of Executions. The letters C.P., Court of Common Pleas; O.C., Orphans’ Court; Q.S., Court of Quarter Sessions; C.C., County Court - indicate the Court out of which the writ of execution issues under which the sale is made: S. 1941. 223. means September Term, 1941. 223, the term and number of the docket entry; the figures following show the amount of debt; and the name following is that of the attorney issuing the writ. Attention is called to the provisions of Act No.104, approved July 27, 1955, which requires owners of properties which are used, designed or intended to be used by three or more families, or of commercial establishments which contain one or more dwelling units, to deliver to the buyers of such properties a use registration permit at the time of settlement, under certain terms and conditions. Sheriff Sales are not subject to provisions of the said Act and the Sheriff will, therefore, not deliver use registration permits in connection with any sales conducted by him. Very truly yours, JEWELL WILLIAMS Sheriff City and County of Philadelphia

MENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Theresa A. Martin C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03285 $113,065.81 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-303 2032 E Elkhart St 25th wd. 1,742 Sq. Ft. BRT#25-22184-00 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Augusto Santos and Bibiana Santos C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 00695 $32,118.57 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-304 3600 Conshohocken Ave., Apt. 411 19131 52nd wd. 1,251 Sq. Ft. OPA#88-85204-13 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Unknown Heirs, and/or Administrators of the Estate of Barbara A. Weldon; Kory V. Smith AKA Kory Vaughn Smith, as Administrator to the Estate of Barbara A. Weldon; Kyra Smith, as Administrator to the Estate of Barabara A. Weldon C.P. June Term, 2014 No. 01050 $142,207.26 Justin F. Kobeski, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski LLC 1708-305 5020 Boudinot St 19120 42nd wd. 1,158 Sq. Ft. OPA#42-1422000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Louise Charles, Guerino Pierre-Louis C.P. January Term, 2011 No. 00994 $66,162.34 Justin F. Kobeski, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski LLC 1708-306 7151 Montague St 19135 41st wd. 1,271 Sq. Ft. OPA#412263100 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Cheryl Ladely, AKA Cheryl A. Ladely; James Ladely C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03954 $104,793.43 Justin F. Kobeski, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski LLC 1708-307 901 N Penn St, Unit F201 5th wd. 1,516 Sq. Ft. OPA#888062310 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT Tobi Simone C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 003269 $21,097.74 Elliot H. Berton, Esquire - Benjamin F. Dill, Esquire 1708-308 7022 Saybrook Ave 19142 40th wd. 1,254 Sq. Ft. OPA#403307500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Veronica L. Jenkins C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00460 $29,580.75 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-309 1115 W Somerville Ave 19141 49th wd. 1,320 Sq. Ft. OPA#493031400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Robert Cooper Individually and as

Administrator of the Estate of Barbara E. Cooper Deceased C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 00607 $16,207.54 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-310 1921 S 30th St 19145 48th wd. 1,438 Sq. Ft. OPA#482396100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Maxine L. Hayman as Administratrix of the Estate of Arnold Rivers Deceased C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 02083 $140,238.03 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-311 1117 W Duncannon Ave 19141 49th wd. 1,360 Sq. Ft. OPA#493025200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Ruth A. Johnson and Calvin W. Johnson C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 03005 $112,290.83 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-312 4551 N Smedley St a/k/a 4551 Smedley St 19140 13th wd. 1,246 Sq. Ft. OPA#132131200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Carolyn Smith C.P. March Term, 2016 No. 02609 $59,560.93 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-313 1946 W Godfrey St 19141 17th wd. 1,550 Sq. Ft. OPA#171288000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Kimberly Lee C.P. April Term, 2012 No. 03257 $140,367.32 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-314 2229 S Colorado St 19145 26th wd. 679 Sq. Ft. BRT#262022300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Adina M. Gerhardt and Richard H. Gerhardt and Frederick A. Guaglimore, III C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04345 $170,619.67 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-315 1221 S 2nd St 19147 2nd wd. 620 Sq. Ft. BRT#021377400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Richard Kee C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00788 $106,014.62 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-316 6259 Cottage St 19135 41st wd. 1,444 Sq. Ft. BRT#552406600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Michael Caruso a/k/a Michael R. Caruso C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04346 $77,948.67 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-317 2039 S Redfield St 19143 40th wd. 1,078 Sq. Ft.

BRT#401065400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Veronica L. Smoot C.P. March Term, 2014 No. 03492 $0.00 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-318 5445 Quentin St 19128 21st wd. 4,254 Sq. Ft. OPA#213221540 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Sandy V. Henley and Rebecca Thomas-Henley C.P. March Term, 2012 No. 3940 $138,424.19 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-319 5317 W Thompson St 19131 44th wd. 1,552 Sq. Ft. OPA#442133000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Richard Blackmon C.P. December Term, 2015 No. 01615 $48,799.44 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-320 2420 N Garnet St 19132 16th wd. 1,044 Sq. Ft. OPA#162107600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Rhasheeda G. Kane C.P. February Term, 2017 No. 07600 $56,772.73 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-321 4927 Monument Rd 19131 52nd wd. BRT#521106300 Charlye L. Butts (Deceased) C.P. June Term, 2015 No. 0272 $471,831.37 Michael F.J. Romano, Esquire 1708-322 2816 B St 19134-3327 7th wd. 899 Sq. Ft. OPA#071391400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Carmen M. Sierra C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04537 $30,037.10 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-323 518 Widener St 61st wd. 1,165 Sq. Ft. BRT#612109100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Lisa J. Brown C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03814 $77,694.99 Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC 1708-324 7539 Briar Rd 19138 50th wd. 1,350 Sq. Ft. BRT#501347100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Keith Ball, Known Heir of Juanita C. Ball; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Juanita C. Ball C.P. June Term, 2014 No. 04541 $77,598.97 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-325 6474 Milton St 19119-3950 22nd wd. 1,684 Sq. Ft. OPA#221305700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Ella E. Lewis a/k/a Ella Lewis C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 00322 $239,798.13 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP

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SPECIAL NOTE: All Sheriff’s Sales are conducted pursuant to the orders of the Courts and Judges of the First Judicial District. Only properties that are subject to judgments issued by the First Judicial District are listed for sale. By law, the Sheriff’s Office cannot decide if a property can be listed for sale; only the District Courts can order a property to be sold at auction.

SHERIFF’S SALE OF Tuesday, August 1, 2017 1708-301 2651 E Auburn St. 19134 25th wd. Land: 1,000 Sq. Ft., Improvement: 564 Sq. Ft., Total: 1,564 Sq. Ft. BRT#251026700; OPA#121N05-228 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Eileen Gallagher and David Gallagher C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 02050 $123,436.19 Richard M. Squire & Associates, LLC 1708-302 1958 Goodnaw St 19115 56th wd. 3,214 Sq. Ft. BRT#562293300 IMPROVE-

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1708-327 5613 Willows Ave 19143 51st wd. 1,243 Sq. Ft. BRT#153207600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Marvis L. Cheeks, Known Heir of Gloria Cheeks; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Gloria Cheeks C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 00750 $43,331.56 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-328 4333 N 17th St 19140-1839 13th wd. 1,196 Sq. Ft. BRT#132140300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Beatrice V. Martin and Denfield D. Martin C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 02363 $6,279.27 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-329 1028 W Olney Ave 191413605 49th wd. 1,274 Sq. Ft. OPA#492064900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Wallace E. Johnson C.P. March Term, 2016 No. 03386 $83,231.99 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-330 6634 Cornelius St 19138 10th wd. 1,400 Sq. Ft. OPA#102371800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Ervin Rembert C.P. November Term, 2010 No. 02113 $81,699.33 Justin F. Kobeski, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski LLC 1708-331 1800 Sulis St 19141 17th wd. 1,730 Sq. Ft. OPA#17-10314-00 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jennifer Hand C.P. December Term, 2013 No. 00106 $127,061.28 Meredith H. Wooters, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC 1708-332 3681 Calumet St 19129 38th wd. 1,099 Sq. Ft. OPA#383086300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Stanley Zimmelman; Peter Dissin C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 00438 $183,956.87 Meredith H. Wooters, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC 1708-333 1016 Cantrell St 19148 39th wd. 840 Sq. Ft. OPA#394044700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Dorothy M. Picuri AKA Dorothy Picuri C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01262 $29,128.76 Meredith H. Wooters, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC 1708-334 15 N 58th St 52nd wd. Situate on the East side of Fifty-eight Street at the distance of One hundred feet Northward from the North side of Market Street OPA#042083800 IMPROVEMENTS: ROW 2 STY MASONRY Raymond A Hopkins C.P. October Term,

2016 No. 03755 $73,078.86 Patrick J. Wesner, Esquire 1708-335 1732 S 65th St 19142-1321 40th wd. 1,410 Sq. Ft. OPA#403000700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jerome T. Clements C.P. January Term, 2008 No. 00725 $53,892.64 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-336 7323 Bingham St 191113613 56th wd. 1,350 Sq. Ft. OPA#561019800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Miguel Martinez and Danielle Galanti C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04190 $120,070.64 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-337 3105 Tasker St 191451120 36th wd. 990 Sq. Ft. OPA#364250900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Diane Pittman, Deceased C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 02275 $25,613.87 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-338 8030 Mars Pl 19153-1112 40th wd. 1,260 Sq. Ft. OPA#405890055 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Denise Hawkins C.P. September Term, 2012 No. 00675 $66,468.40 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-339 5779 Stewart St 191313419 4th wd. 1,024 Sq. Ft. OPA#043219100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Monya Bell C.P. June Term, 2013 No. 01570 $90,446.22 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-340 7735 Loretto Ave 191113555 56th wd. 1,728 Sq. Ft. OPA#561193400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Carlos G. Braga C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03254 $161,143.09 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-341 9164 Old Newtown Rd 191154937 56th wd. 2,300 Sq. Ft. OPA#562441820 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Myra Esterman, Barry Esterman, Jacqueline Miller C.P. August Term, 2014 No. 01177 $356,990.18 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-343 3347 N. Gratz St 11th wd. Sitatue on the East side of Gratz Street at the distance of 135 feet 2 inches Southward from the South side of Ontario Street OPA#112260500 IMPROVEMENTS: ROW 2 STY MASONRY Melissa Watts C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 01498 $47,504.01 Patrick J. Wesner, Esquire

1708-344 2804 Hellerman St 19149 55th wd. ROW B/GAR 2 STY MASONRY; 1,166 Sq. Ft. BRT#551033700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING James F. Donnelly, IV and Loreen M. Donnelly C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 02990 $173,802.20 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-345 236 E Cheltenham Ave 19120 61st wd. ROW B/GAR 2 STY MASONRY; 1,296 Sq. Ft. BRT#611472400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Rodney A. Faison, Known Surviving Heir of Robert W. Faison and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Robert W. Faison C.P. October Term, 2015 No. 01413 $171,581.53 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-346 5210 Osage Ave 19143 46th wd. 990 Sq. Ft. BRT#602137300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Brandi Warwick, Known Heir of Raymond S. Warwick and Felicia L. Warwick; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Felicia L. Warwick; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Raymond S. Warwick C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 03772 $78,991.63 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-347 2021 McKean St 19145 48th wd. 852 Sq. Ft. BRT#481099600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Charrisse I. Jackson, James Jackson C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00488 $188,207.68 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-349 2220 Memphis St 19125 31st wd. 648 Sq. Ft. BRT#31-2004300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Edward Wilson, Known Heir of Marion Wilson; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Marion Wilson C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03165 $101,762.25 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-350 306 E Gale St 19120 42nd wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 1,140 Sq. Ft. BRT#421240300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Manuel A. Garay and Lydia I. Garay C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 02768 $82,629.32 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-351 2558 N 29th St 19132 28th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 1,302 Sq. Ft. BRT#282010800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Clyde

Faulkner, Known Surviving Heir of Gwendolyn Faulkner, Charles Thomas, Known Surviving Heir of Gwendolyn Faulker and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Gwendolyn Faulkner C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 00438 $41,765.60 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-352 2036 E Clementine St 25th wd. 747 Sq. Ft. , more or less BRT#252254200 Edna E. Valerio and Andrew W. Valerio C.P. March Term, 2016 No. 02595 $62,324.59 Jennifer G. Fowler, Esquire 1708-353 2317 S 63rd St 19142 40th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 924 Sq. Ft. BRT#401167200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Justin Moore and Diony Elias C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 01822 $37,608.56 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-354 12712 Minden Rd 19154 58th wd. 2,242.12 Sq. Ft. BRT#663332200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING James Lankin C.P. September Term, 2014 No. 02953 $115,075.48 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-355 5739 N Mascher St 61st wd. 1,703 Sq. Ft. BRT#612439900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Savorn Ung and Charles A.J. Halpin, III, Esquire, Personal Representative of the Estate of Saensak Buthdy, Deceased C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 04130 $89,055.11 Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC 1708-356 5310 Gillespie St 191241508 62nd wd. 891 Sq. Ft. OPA#622388700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Omar K. Johnson C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00506 $132,678.89 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-357 2216 S 67th St 19142-1801 40th wd. 1,326 Sq. Ft. OPA#403052300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Kim Dung Thi Nguyen C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03104 $15,754.85 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-359 827 E Hortter St 19119-1530 22nd wd. 1,504 Sq. Ft. OPA#221187700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Conner Blaine, Jr., in His Capacity as Executor of The Estate of J B. Taylor; Derrick Wilkerson C.P. September Term, 2015 No. 01156 $174,541.53 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP

1708-362 1418 W Allegheny Ave 191321708 11th wd. 2,613 Sq. Ft. OPA#111128600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Rosalind Mccrea C.P. December Term, 2011 No. 00890 $85,290.55 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-363 5861 Cedar Ave 191430000 3rd wd. 2,088 Sq. Ft. OPA#032134101 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Diane Johnson f/k/a Diane Gardener C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04847 $119,228.70 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-364 2601 Pennsylvania Ave Unit 143, a/k/a 2601 Pennsylvania Apt 143 19130-2316 15th wd. 758 Sq. Ft. OPA#888072456 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY John J. Manacchio, Jr C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 02276 $165,057.32 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-365 6344 Kingessing Ave 19142 40th wd. 1,206 Sq. Ft. OPA#401268800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Anthony Greenhill C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03264 $48,627.99 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-366 312 Hoffnagle St 191111819 63rd wd. 1,823 Sq. Ft. OPA#631379700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Michaela M. Parrotti a/k/a Michaela M. Parrotta C.P. February Term, 2013 No. 01318 $182,722.48 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-367 3433 Arthur St 19136-2321 64th wd. 1,144 Sq. Ft. OPA#642326200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Mae H. Shallcross a/k/a Mae Heather Shallcross C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04517 $160,796.86 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-368 686 Renz St 19128-1421 21st wd. 1,746 Sq. Ft. OPA#214048100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Stephen A. Cabot Jr., Renee Palmer C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04189 $242,095.32 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-369 3157 Cedar St 25th wd. 1,510 Sq. Ft. BRT#25-1-4289-00 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Kathleen E. Hahn and Michael J. Hahn C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 02295 $80,089.31 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-370 1606 S 28th St 19145-1202 36th wd. 1,248 Sq. Ft. OPA#364348900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all

persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under John Mitchell, Deceased C.P. March Term, 2015 No. 00265 $54,056.98 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-371 10726 Philcrest Rd 191544031 66th wd. 1,386 Sq. Ft. OPA#662072267 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Paul W. Winter, Jr and Rachel Winter C.P. September Term, 2014 No. 03305 $100,034.42 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-372 2208 W Venango St 191403823 11th wd. 4,730 Sq. Ft. OPA#112133400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Ahmad J. White C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00502 $210,370.50 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-373 2653 S Lloyd St 40th wd. 1,120 Sq. Ft. BRT#404015400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Sayheem Jones C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03322 $54,011.64 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-374 926 W Duncannon Ave 19141 49th wd. 2,081 Sq. Ft. BRT#492023500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Bryant J. Hampton in his Capacity as Heir at Law of Ethel Hampton a/k/a Ethel L. Hampton, Deceased and Helena Hampton, in her Capacity as Heir at Law of Ethel Hampton a/k/a Ethel L. Hampton, Deceased and Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Ethel Hampton a/k/a Ethel L. Hampton, Deceased and United States of America C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 01451 $67,730.99 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-375 6227 Trotter St 19111-5811 53rd wd. 1,296 Sq. Ft. OPA#531234800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Tiffany N. Dales C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 04459 $128,720.78 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-376 309-313 Arch St Unit 607 a/k/a 309-13 Arch St Unit: 607 19106 88th wd. (formerly 5th wd.) 972 Sq. Ft. OPA#888058772 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Ann S. Boris and Vamsidhar Vurimindi C.P. October Term, 2015 No. 01609 $251,348.71 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-377 1115 Montrose St 19147 2nd wd. 1,698 Sq. Ft.

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OPA#021036900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Johnnie Coger, Leola Coger, United States of America C.P. October Term, 2011 No. 01625 $332,032.58 Meredith H. Wooters, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC 1708-378 2718 C St 19134 33rd wd. 700 Sq. Ft. BRT#071435400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Elsa M. Gonzalez a/k/a Elsa M. Gonsalez C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00997 $65,870.41 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-379 915 Woodbrook Ln 19150 50th wd. 5,952 Sq. Ft. OPA#502519300 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Muriel Horne a/k/a Muriel Houston C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03282 $82,769.88 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-380 6129 N 7th St 19120-1322 61st wd. 1,536 Sq. Ft. OPA#611145500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jennifer Dancy C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03674 $215,233.53 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-381 4513 Mitchell St 21st wd. 2,187 Sq. Ft. BRT#21-2489300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Lauren Westcott a/k/a Lauren Benson C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 01387 $246,469.44 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-382 5923 Palmetto St 19120 35th wd. 1,064 Sq. Ft. OPA#352293400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Juan Agosto C.P. March Term, 2016 No. 00131 $78,811.14 Meredith H. Wooters, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC 1708-383 8743 Gillespie St 65th wd. 1,791 Sq. Ft. BRT#65-22430-00; PRCL#136N17-240 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Jose Sanchez C.P. July Term, 2013 No. 001072 $133,875.29 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-384 7325 N 20th St 19138-2729 10th wd. 1,500 Sq. Ft. OPA#101157900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Sheray Oliver C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 01954 $76,778.12 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-385 112 Kingfield Rd 19115 63rd wd. DET W/B GAR 2 STY MAS㤱㤱; 2,012 Sq. Ft. BRT#632061500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Craig R. Sobel, Administration of the Estate of Adele Sobel C.P.

November Term, 2016 No. 00630 $253,410.51 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-386 3536 Aldine St 19136 64th wd. ROW B/GAR 2 STY MASONRY; 1,804 Sq. Ft. BRT#642113400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING United States of America and Janine Thomas C.P. November Term, 2015 No. 03543 $194,737.23 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-387 7308 Walnut Ln 19138 50th wd. ROW B/GAR 2 STY MASONRY; 1,242 Sq. Ft. BRT#501350000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Brian L. Winn, Known Surviving Heir of Barbara J. Monroe, Ronald Winn, Known Surviving Heir of Barbara J. Monroe, Gregory Winn, Known Surviving Heir of Barbara J. Monroe and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Barbara J. Monroe C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 03072 $74,399.72 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-388 370 Selma St 19116 58th wd. S/D W/B GAR 2 STY MASONRY; 1,548 Sq. Ft. BRT#582245200 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Andrew Rader, Administrator of the Estate of Norman A. Rader C.P. March Term, 2016 No. 00555 $216,081.38 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-389 2017 S 58th St 19143 40th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 1,460 Sq. Ft. BRT#401049500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Unknown Surviving Heirs of Milton E. Robinson C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 00311 $51,336.55 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-390 2214 S Felton St 19142 40th wd. 1,200 Sq. Ft. OPA#401162000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Thanh Tran C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 03251 $49,416.58 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-391 8410 Madison St a/k/a 8410 Madison Pl 19153-1527 40th wd. 1,440 Sq. Ft. OPA#405100305 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY James Brown and Joyce Jordan-Brown C.P. December Term, 2011 No. 01104 $80,960.47 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-392 6526 Keystone St 41st wd. 1,825 Sq. Ft. BRT#411464800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Wesley Rasorenov, Solely in his Capacity as Heir of Catherine Rasorenov, Deceased and Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming

right, title, or interest from or under Catherine Rasorenov, Deceased C.P. December Term, 2016 No. 02859 $99,977.68 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-393 723 E Cornwall St a/k/a 723 Cornwall St 19134 33rd wd. (formerly part of 34th wd.) 838 Sq. Ft. OPA#331123200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Phyllis Ann Wixson a/k/a Phyllis Ann Moebius Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Thomas Wixson Deceased and David Wixson Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Thomas Wixson Deceased C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 03525 $71,827.62 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-394 2208 Mount Vernon St 15th wd. 1,032 Sq. Ft. BRT#152057500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Vincent C. Rogers C.P. July Term, 2015 No. 01863 $395,681.22 Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC 1708-395 5822 Belmar Terr a/k/a 5822 Belmar St 19143-5209 3rd wd. 1,088 Sq. Ft. OPA#034107000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Grace Godwin C.P. May Term, 2012 No. 00031 $40,951.90 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-396 1141 Passmore St 191115411 53rd wd. 1,278 Sq. Ft. OPA#531111700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Timothy J. Cervino C.P. October Term, 2010 No. 00504 $117,007.27 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-397 2410 Duncan St 19124 23rd wd. 1,153 Sq. Ft. OPA#231007900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Aspen M. Wilson C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00668 $106,565.16 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-398 6241 N Woodstock St 19138 17th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 990 Sq. Ft. BRT#172395500 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Louvenia Smith C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 02030 $76,212.88 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-399 8300 Algon Ave 19152-2224 56th wd. 1,301 Sq. Ft. OPA#562319000 William J. Pepe, in His Capacity as Devisee of The Estate of Carl H. Schmittinger, Jr. a/k/a Carl H. Schmittinger; James A. Pepe, in His Capacity as Devisee of The Estate of Carl H Schmittinger, Jr. a/k/a Carl H. Schmittinger; Unknown Successor Executor of The Estate of Dolores Schmittinger; Unknown heirs,

successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Carl H. Schmittinger, Jr. a/k/a Carl H. Schmittinger, Deceased C.P. April Term, 2015 No. 01938 $102,268.17 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-400 5354 Morse St 19131 52nd wd. ROW B/GAR 2 STY MASONRY; 1,230 Sq. Ft. BRT#521072200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Cynthia E. Brown C.P. May Term, 2011 No. 03965 $63,614.24 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-402 11729 Stevens Rd 191162503 58th wd. 1,332 Sq. Ft. OPA#582576900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Michael J. Murphy and Angelique Murphy C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03120 $227,046.04 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-403 4504 Longshore Ave 19135 41st wd. 1,796 Sq. Ft. OPA#412024900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY John P. Dillon a/k/a John Dillon and Christina M. Dillon a/k/a Christina Dillon C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 02626 $106,886.74 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-404 5825 Belmar Terr a/k/a 5825 Belmar St 19143-5208 3rd wd. 1,088 Sq. Ft. OPA#034101300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Shawnna Lee Roberson a/k/a ShawnnaLee Gibbs C.P. August Term, 2013 No. 02995 $51,220.10 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-405 1814 W Glenwood Ave 191323825 16th wd. 1,300 Sq. Ft. OPA#162340500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Tarez Madalion, in Her Capacity as Heir of Laura Drummond, Deceased; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Laura Drummond, Deceased C.P. April Term, 2015 No. 01610 $34,756.67 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-406 611 Alcott St 19120-1219 35th wd. 1,152 Sq. Ft. OPA#352080100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Luis Santana C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03251 $53,870.28 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-407 4246 Stirling St 19135 55th wd. 1,344 Sq. Ft. OPA#552051400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Erik J. Badeaux and Kelly L. Badeaux C.P. March Term, 2017 No. 02493

$111,311.91 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-408 2225 S 21st St 48th wd. Situate on the East side of 21st Street at the distance of one hundred eighty eight feet two inches Southward from the South side of Jackson Street OPA#481367800 IMPROVEMENTS: ROW W/GAR 2 STY MASONRY Jeremy R. Verwey C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04527 $298,645.70 Patrick J. Wesner, Esquire 1708-409 11030 Ferndale St 19116 58th wd. 9,750 Sq. Ft. OPA#582475100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Eileen Bianco C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 00399 $272,739.29 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-410 2958 W Rosehill St a/k/a 2958 Rosehill St 19134 7th wd. 840 Sq. Ft. OPA#071417300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Carmen N. Santiago C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 03039 $36,581.12 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-411 5628 N 18th St 19141 17th wd. 1,584 Sq. Ft. OPA#172277200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jessie M. Patterson C.P. February Term, 2017 No. 00504 $105,913.55 Meredith H. Wooters, Esquire; Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC 1708-412 506 McClellan St 191481819 1st wd. 840 Sq. Ft. OPA#011398500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jamkarel Mato C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04538 $108,474.72 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-413 1942 E Westmoreland St 19134 45th wd. 1,095 Sq. Ft. BRT#452034800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Cross Keys Investment, LLC C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 01954 $68,414.48 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-414 2865 Gillingham St 45th wd. 1,350 Sq. Ft. BRT#45-30554-00 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Bryana Houck and Howard McCune, III a/k/a Howard A. McCune, III C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 00633 $133,359.91 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-415 5033 Knox Street 19144 12th wd. 2,670 Sq. Ft. BRT#123179100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Magdalena Lebron C.P. September Term, 2012 No. 03471 $130,313.71 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Jeniece D. Davis, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq.

1708-416 713 W Wingohocking St 19140 49th wd. 1,610 Sq. Ft. OPA#491008100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Dr. Ndubuisi O. Okoro and Brenda Okoro C.P. March Term, 2017 No. 00876 $59,156.67 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-417 1222 Saint Vincent St 19111 53rd wd. 4,219 Sq. Ft. OPA#532319600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jose A. Gatmaitan, IV C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01731 $200,792.49 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-418 809 Marlyn Rd 19151 34th wd. 1,600 Sq. Ft. OPA#344264600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Kimberley Strickland C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 02474 $188,739.02 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-420 210 Locust St, Unit 9C 19106 5th wd. 683 Sq. Ft. OPA#888052115 Subject to Mortgage Defendant, Maureen Flanigan C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 144596 $5,054.00 Monica M. Littman, Esq.; Fineman, Krekstein & Harris, PC 1708-421 5529 Loretto Ave 19124 35th wd. 1,432 Sq. Ft. BRT#351397500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Ryan Tanio a/k/a R. Tanio C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00119 $108,079.62 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-422 4928 Convent Ln 19114 65th wd. 15,209 Sq. Ft. BRT#65-2170015; OPA# 652170015 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Casey Jones and Gina Schultz C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 03208 $405,959.65 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-423 13029 Townsend Rd 19154 66th wd. 0 Sq. Ft. ; undivided interest in the Common Elements (as defined in such Declaration) of 1.159% Condominium BRT#888660110 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Richard Garcia a/k/a Richard Garcia Zayas and Josephine Garcia C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 00516 $155,812.15 Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, P.C.; Martha E. Von Rosenstiel, Esquire; Heather Riloff, Esquire; Tyler J. Wilk, Esq. 1708-424 5110 Darrah St 19124 62nd wd. 1,364 Sq. Ft. OPA#622222800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Carla DrakesPilgrim and Nigel Pilgrim C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 01786 $117,605.70 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-425 4630 Kendrick St 19136 65th wd. 2,275 Sq. Ft.

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BRT#124N2-213; OPA# 652070000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING William McLaughlin C.P. October Term, 2015 No. 02816 $162,178.87 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-426 30 Pelham Rd 22nd wd. 10,000 Sq. Ft. BRT#223095250 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL/RESIDENTIAL MIXED-USE DWELLING Hector P. Badeau a/k/a Hector Badeau and Susan M. Badeau C.P. July Term, 2016 No. 02417 $505,810.53 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-427 1419 E Vernon Rd 19150 50th wd. 2,251 Sq. Ft. BRT#502-4141-00; OPA# 502414100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Agnes Kofa a/k/a Agnes D Kofa and John Kofa a/k/a John C. Kofa C.P. March Term, 2017 No. 02906 $139,149.51 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-428 2306 E Sepviva St. 31st wd. 1,336 Sq. Ft. BRT#311220100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Frank Simmons, Jr., Deceased C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 01785 $17,743.11 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-430 1128 Tabor Terr 19111 63rd wd. 1,374 Sq. Ft. OPA#631367300 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL Gregory T. McKee and Laura Wojtusik C.P. August Term, 2015 No. 01500 $172,800.41 Jill M. Fein, Esquire 1708-431 1812 Harrison St 19124 23rd wd. 2,450 Sq. Ft. BRT#232-2025-00; OPA# 232202500 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING William G. Johnson a/k/a William Gerard Johnson C.P. March Term, 2017 No. 02317 $95,701.11 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-432 5002 Pine St 19143 60th wd. 2,033 Sq. Ft. BRT#602130400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Hatim Mukhef, individually and as Attorney in Fact for Mohamad Najawi and Shireen Malik a/k/a Shireen Saikh Malik and Mohammed A. Najawi a/k/a Mohamed Najawi C.P. July Term, 2014 No. 03687 $259,663.33 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-433 6526 Cobbs Creek Pkwy a/k/a 6526 Beaumont St 191421318 40th wd. 1,229 Sq. Ft. OPA#403073700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Karin M. Joyeux C.P. August Term, 2015 No. 03189 $116,508.78 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-434 3165 Gaul St 19134-4446 25th wd. 1,152 Sq. Ft.

OPA#251385400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Robert J. Lindsay and Diana Glinka C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 04920 $171,904.66 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-435 4970 Fitler St; Unit 115-A a/k/a 4970 A Fitler St 65th wd. 1,056 Sq. Ft. (no land area) OPA#888651123 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT John A. Seagrave C.P. February Term, 2017 No. 03573 $9,460.32 Elliot H. Berton, Esquire; Benjamin F. Dill, Esquire 1708-436 4000 Gypsy Ln, Unit 735 21st wd. 1,128 Sq. Ft. OPA#888210381 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT Ruby Alsbrooks C.P. March Term, 2017 No. 002560 $13,073.96 Elliot H. Berton, Esquire; Benjamin F. Dill, Esquire 1708-437 1208 Hale St 19111-5830 53rd wd. 1,290 Sq. Ft. OPA#531028600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Elvis Joseph and Angela Degazon a/k/a Angela B. Degazon C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03567 $126,862.29 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-438 2633 E Huntingdon St 191253705 31st wd. 1,565 Sq. Ft. OPA#314164500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Nancy Halloran a/k/a Nancy Haas C.P. February Term, 2015 No. 00084 $39,529.13 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-439 3532 Meridian St 19136 64th wd. 1,442 Sq. Ft. OPA#642236000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Robert M. Swearingen C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 02121 $96,158.22 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-440 4202 Oakmont St 19136 65th wd. 1,404 Sq. Ft. OPA#651058200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jennifer L. Groves C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 02872 $60,581.17 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-441 3082 Aramingo Ave 191344316 25th wd. 990 Sq. Ft. OPA#251478600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Marcelino Cuadra, Jr. a/k/a Marcelino Caudra, Jr. and Kathleen A. Cuadra a/k/a Kathleen A. Caudra C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 01037 $117,436.45 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-442 166 Covington Rd 19120 61st wd. 1,944 Sq. Ft. OPA#611442800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Herbert Frayer C.P. February Term, 2010 No.

02163 $165,811.04 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-443 126 Fern St 19120 61st wd. 1,233 Sq. Ft. BRT#61-2-201400; OPA# 612201400 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Montrell N. Bolden C.P. April Term, 2015 No. 03006 $82,166.65 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-444 1429 W Conlyn St 19141 17th wd. 1,346 Sq. Ft. OPA#171138800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Tennille D. Hill, Administratrix of the Estate of Carolyn M. Averette Johnson a/k/a Carolyn M. Johnson a/k/a Carolyn M. Averette, deceased C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 04986 $74,391.40 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-445 3627 Almond St 19134 45th wd. 1,918 Sq. Ft. OPA#451290100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Dawn Wikiera and John J. Wikiera C.P. September Term, 2013 No. 03600 $168,923.83 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-446 725 S 55th St 19143 46th wd. 1,499 Sq. Ft. OPA#463192900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Lisa C. Labes Administratrix of the Estate of Moises R. La Bes Jr. a/k/a Moises La Bes Jr., Deceased C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 00135 $76,001.12 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-447 4819 N 13th St 19141-3426 49th wd. 1,590 Sq. Ft. OPA#491503800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Bakary Kante C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 02277 $85,082.41 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-448 5639 Malcolm St 191434633 51st wd. 1,038 Sq. Ft. OPA#513170100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Keisha R. Paul a/k/a Keisha Paul C.P. March Term, 2015 No. 03951 $76,960.75 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-449 3275 E Thompson St 19134 45th wd. 945 Sq. Ft. BRT#451231200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Stanley M. Furlong and Veronica Simmons C.P. September Term, 2014 No. 03544 $184,690.39 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-450 8235 Bayard St 19150-1701 50th wd. 1,608 Sq. Ft. OPA#501216300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Joyce A. Lockett a/k/a Joyce Lockett, in Her Capacity as Trustee Administratix of the Estate and Heir of The Estate of Anthony C. Lockett a/k/a Anthony Cecil Lockett a/k/a

Anthony Lockett; Syreeta Lockett, in Her Capacity as Heir of The Estate of Anthony C. Lockett a/k/a Anthony Cecil Lockett a/k/a Anthony Lockett; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Anthony C. Lockett, Deceased C.P. January Term, 2016 No. 03395 $17,478.98 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-451 6238 Christian St 3rd wd. 2,958 Sq. Ft. BRT#033071800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Jimmie I. Talton C.P. November Term, 2014 No. 00370 $82,853.30 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-452 938 N 48th St 19131-5119 44th wd. 1,480 Sq. Ft. BRT#442199500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Jeffrey Smith C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 00642 $66,717.14 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-453 2328 Benson St 56th wd. 3,116 Sq. Ft. BRT#562136500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Jammie M. Lyani C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 01533 $180,448.62 Law Office of Gregory Javardian, LLC 1708-454 1844 W Albanus St a/k/a 1844 Albanus St 19141 17th wd. 1,068 Sq. Ft. OPA#171038600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Brenda M. Brown C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 04786 $88,625.23 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-455 6058 Market St 19139 46th wd. 2,112 Sq. Ft. OPA#871400450 IMPROVEMENTS: STR/OFFô㤱 3 STY MASONRY Rafiqul Bhuiyan C.P. March Term, 2017 No. 003164 $294,986.16, plus interest through the date of the sheriff ’s sale, plus costs William J. Levant, Esquire 1708-456 7239 Saul St 19149 54th wd. 1,405 Sq. Ft. OPA#542448000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Frank Bonilla C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01999 $193,445.99 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-457 7224 Mallard Pl 19153 40th wd. 1,784 Sq. Ft. OPA#406649017 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Willie G. Mikell a/k/a Willie G. Mikell Jr. and Virginia B. Veterano-Mikell C.P. August Term, 2013 No. 000250 $127,849.71 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-458 3405 W Penn St 19129 38th wd. 1,216 Sq. Ft. OPA#383021900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Dorothy M. Selgrath C.P. April Term, 2015 No. 03700 $112,593.70 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC

1708-459 7035 Andrews Ave 19138 10th wd. 2,136 Sq. Ft. OPA#101138100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Aaron Boyd, Administrator of the Estate of Helen F. Boyd, deceased C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 01529 $143,287.97 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-460 8566 Provident St, a/k/a 8566 Provident Rd 19150-1606 50th wd. 1,320 Sq. Ft. OPA#501178900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Michael R. Hamilton, Individually and in His Capacity as Administrator of The Estate and Heir of The Estate of Mark Hamilton; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Shirley Hamilton, Deceased; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Mark Hamilton, Deceased C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01938 $104,798.11 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-461 359 E Sharpnack St 19119 22nd wd. 1,437 Sq. Ft. OPA#221128200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Gayle C. Pringle, Executrix of the Estate of Valerie D. Croswell a/k/a Valerie Randle, a/k/a Valerie Croswell, deceased C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 04353 $108,624.66 Shapiro & DeNardo, LLC 1708-462 558 Alcott St 35th wd. Southwesterly side of Alcott St; Front: 15 feet, Depth: 68 feet OPA#352054900 IMPROVEMENTS: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Sandra Ciceron and Yanick Ciceron C.P. March Term, 2016 No. 00728 $168,141.46 Stephen M. Hladik, Esq. 1708-463 342 E Mechanic St a/k/a 342 Mechanic St 19144 59th wd. 1,826 Sq. Ft. OPA#592020000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Gene Katsman and Gary Lerner C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03753 $53,295.87 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-464 7 N Columbus Blvd Unit 115 19106 5th wd. Together with a proportionate undivided interest in the Common Elements (as defined in such Declaration) of 1.030185% of PIER 5 TOWNHOUSES; 2,165 Sq. Ft. OPA#888060132 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Edward B. Horwitz C.P. September Term, 2009 No. 02979 $543,138.43 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-465 4250 Neilson St 19124 33rd wd. 930 Sq. Ft. OPA#332524900 IMPROVE-

MENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Vivian Camacho C.P. February Term, 2011 No. 01193 $100,681.96 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-466 1430 S 31st St a/k/a 1430 31st St 19146 36th wd. 832 Sq. Ft. OPA#364434500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Cheryl Brown Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Odessa Allen Deceased, Mildred Green Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Odessa Allen Deceased, Thelma Allen Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Odessa Allen Deceased, Terry Jackson Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Odessa Allen Deceased and Allen, Stephon, Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Odessa Allen, Deceased C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 00312 $105,213.20 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-467 1350 E Airdrie St 19124 33rd wd. 900 Sq. Ft. OPA#331238400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Rosaline Serrano C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01313 $63,491.13 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-468 6510 Allman St 19142 40th wd. 828 Sq. Ft. BRT#403104800; OPA# 403104800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Estate of Daryl S. Douglas c/o Nathaniel Douglas, III Executor; Nathaniel Douglas, Executor of the Estate of Darryl Douglas a/k/a Darryl S. Douglas; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Darryl Douglas a/k/a Darryl S. Douglas C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 02866 $43,519.66 Udren Law Offices, P.C. 1708-469 2718 North Bonsall St 19132 11th wd. 653 Sq. Ft. OPA#111396300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Nickeya James C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00459 $58,603.78 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-470 613 Edison Ave, Unit C 19116 58th wd. RES CONDO 2 STY MAS㤱㤱; 1,040 Sq. Ft. BRT#888581388 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Robert E. Haas, Known Surviving Heir of Faith L. Haas, Faye Anne Mitchell, Known Surviving Heir of Faith L. Haas and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Faith L. Haas C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 01472 $122,992.87 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-471 2836 Michael Rd 19152 57th wd. 3,980 Sq. Ft. OPA#571066200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY John R. Lyons C.P. July Term, 2016 No. 03076 $193,437.67 KML Law Group, P.C.

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1708-472 5117 Locust St 19139 46th wd. SEMI DET 2 STY MASONRY; 1,650 Sq. Ft. BRT#602075300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Modi Doucoure C.P. July Term, 2014 No. 00483 $119,129.86 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-473 7643 E Roosevelt Blvd 19152 64th wd. 2,681 Sq. Ft. OPA#641004900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Mary Ann Davis a/k/a Aneesah Shareef C.P. September Term, 2015 No. 01489 $213,850.44 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-474 5106 Brown St 19139 44th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 1,280 Sq. Ft. BRT#441269700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Roland F. Singleton a/k/a Ronald F. Singleton, Known Surviving Heir of Eva Mae Singleton, Harry Lee Singleton, Known Surviving Heir of Eva Mae Singleton and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Eva Mae Singleton C.P. January Term, 2016 No. 00591 $56,780.19 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-475 7468 Rhoads St 19151 34th wd. ROW B/GAR 2 STY MASONRY; 1,446 Sq. Ft. BRT#343156400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Mark Brame and Natasha Brame C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 3952 $141,084.52 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-476 8645 Ferndale St 19115 63rd wd. 5,175 Sq. Ft. OPA#632250700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Carmen J. Digiorgio Jr. C.P. July Term, 2015 No. 01401 $235,522.29 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-477 3857 Brandywine St 19104 24th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 924 Sq. Ft. BRT#242028800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Raymond G. Moody C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03368 $129,335.07 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-478 5819 N American St 191201862 61st wd. 1,200 Sq. Ft. OPA#612404700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Ping Cao C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 00269 $71,990.70 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-479 1193 Morefield Rd 191152525 58th wd. 1,201 Sq. Ft. OPA#581154900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY William J. Currey C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 02507 $200,696.42 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP

1708-480 3048 Magee Ave 191492532 55th wd. 1,382 Sq. Ft. OPA#551086900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY David Glucker C.P. July Term, 2016 No. 00322 $129,591.95 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-481 339 W Porter St 19148 39th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 1,204 Sq. Ft. BRT#392213200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Domenic Veneziano, Known Surviving Heir of Theresa Faulds, Deceased Mortgagor and Real Owner, Rosemarie Faulds, Known Surviving Heir of Theresa Faulds, Deceased Mortgagor and Real Owner, Robin Lavery, Known Surviving Heir of Theresa Faulds, Deceased Mortgagor and Real Owner, Antoinette Fromm, Known Surviving Heir of Theresa Faulds, Decease Mortgagor and Real Owner and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Theresa Faulds, Deceased Mortgagor and Real Owner C.P. March Term, 2015 No. 02825 $137,186.90 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-482 1125 Rodman Street 8 a/k/a 1125 Rodman Street Unit: 8 19147 88th wd. 1,320 Sq. Ft. OPA#888051547 IMPROVEMENTS: CONDOMINIUM David S. Lubin C.P. November Term, 2015 No. 01805 $181,006.17 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-483 6738 Paschall Ave 191421809 40th wd. 960 Sq. Ft. OPA#403173700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY William Butler C.P. February Term, 2014 No. 01393 $74,714.43 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-484 1916 S 68th St 19142-1214 40th wd. 1,024 Sq. Ft. OPA#403188300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Antoinette Marshall and Jonathan Cousins C.P. October Term, 2011 No. 03495 $87,215.62 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-485 3354 E St 19134 7th wd. 1,036 Sq. Ft. OPA#073195900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jorge L. Mateo, Jr C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 01633 $54,121.28 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-486 3528 Arthur St 19136-2303 64th wd. 1,280 Sq. Ft. OPA#642324700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jason Jordan C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 04522 $109,924.58 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-487 5354 Morris St 19144 12th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 1,232 Sq. Ft. BRT#124144400

IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Keith Bennett C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 01370 $72,821.68 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-488 5305 Glenloch St 19124 ROW 1 STY MASONRY; 660 Sq. Ft. BRT#622425200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING William B. Friedman C.P. January Term, 2017 No. 01618 $64,831.40 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-489 1630 Morris St a/k/a 1700 S Chadwick St 19145 ROW W/ OFF STR 2 STY MASON; 1,472 Sq. Ft. BRT#871170550 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING David D. Chaloeunporn, Tum Chaloeunporn and Kagna Chaloeunporn C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 02185 $65,756.36 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-490 3024 Vista St 19152-4516 64th wd. 1,552 Sq. Ft. OPA#641209000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Melissa Ann Osea C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03569 $129,864.79 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-491 6461 N Smedly St 191263535 17th wd. 1,310 Sq. Ft. OPA#172160500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Roosevelt Hall C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03671 $86,382.64 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-492 9621 Convent Ave 191143603 57th wd. 1,480 Sq. Ft. OPA#572227900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Denise M. Aiken C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 02246 $185,584.65 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-493 6353 W Columbia Ave a/k/a 6353 Columbia Ave 19151 34th wd. 2,100 Sq. Ft. OPA#344068900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Pamela C. Gibson C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 00996 $162,208.36 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-494 7413 Belden St 19111 56th wd. 2,969 Sq. Ft. OPA#561177800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY William Gamble C.P. April Term, 2013 No. 03639 $184,095.85 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-495 403 E Wister St 19144 12th wd. 6,512 Sq. Ft. OPA#121057500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Latrice Harrison Solely in Her Capcity as Heir of Shirley A. Harrison Deceased C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03686 $163,346.74 KML Law Group, P.C.

1708-496 6635 Blakemore St 19119 22nd wd. 3,172 Sq. Ft. OPA#221288120 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY George L. Brown C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03590 $87,265.06 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-497 1417 N Redfield St 19151 34th wd. 1,331 Sq. Ft. OPA#342162400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Denise Silver Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of James E. Alexander Deceased C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 00074 $35,278.86 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-498 1735 N Robinson St 19151 34th wd. 1,727 Sq. Ft. OPA#342279800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY The Unknown Heirs of Sylvia Wesley Deceased and Kevin Wesley Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Sylvia Wesley Deceased C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01728 $73,739.64 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-499 4844 Unruh Ave 19135 87th wd. (formerlypart of the 41st wd.) 1,230 Sq. Ft. OPA#871562900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Alexander J. Zivkovic C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 00640 $151,502.27 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-500 4620 Naples St 19124 23rd wd. 1,426 Sq. Ft. OPA#234212900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Cynthia N. Ramos C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01238 $100,848.80 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-501 543 N Paxon St a/k/a 543 Paxon St 19131 44th wd. 729 Sq. Ft. OPA#442257100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Elijah Briggs Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased, Franklin Briggs, Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased, Carrie Lee Briggs Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased, Anderson Thomas Briggs Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased, Loretta Fulton Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased, The Uknown Heirs of Huie R. Hampton Deceased, Frank Millie Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased, Ethel Parker Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased, and Shannon Willene Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Huie R. Hampton, Deceased C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 00806 $51,489.52 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-502 5301 Ludlow St 19139

60th wd. 1,498 Sq. Ft. OPA#602007500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Aiko T. Latney C.P. November Term, 2015 No. 04502 $114,444.82 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-503 1142 Kenwyn St 23rd wd. Southwesterly side of Kenwyn Street; Front: 25 feet 1.5 inches Depth: 110 feet OPA#234173700 IMPROVEMENTS: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Cheri Clayton C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 02069 $201,673.48 Stephen M. Hladik, Esq. 1708-504 2836 Newberry Rd 19154 66th wd. 6,000 Sq. Ft. BRT#662522900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Mohamed Abouakil and Rachida Moulouad C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03476 $235,830.35 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-505 6638 Greene St 22nd wd. (Formerly 59th wd.) 13,320 Sq. Ft. BRT#223243500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Gregory T. Goodwin and Victoria J. Goodwin C.P. May Term, 2015 No. 02921 $97,966.26 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-506 1929 S Norwood St 191452730 48th wd. 1,024 Sq. Ft. OPA#482144500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Jeanette Keys, Individually and in Her Capacity as Adminsitratrix of The Estate of Mary Jackson; Howard Collins, in His Capacity as Heir of The Estate of Mary Jackson; Roosevelt Collins in His Capacity as Heir of The Estate of Mary Jackson; Anthony Noakes a/k/a Tony E. Noakes, in His Capacity as Heir of The Estate of Mary Jackson; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Mary Jackson, Deceased C.P. September Term, 2015 No. 01400 $66,637.65 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-507 308 E Queen Ln 19144 12th wd. 1,110 Sq. Ft. OPA#121126610 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY All Known and Unknown Heirs of Marilyn F. Robinson a/k/a Marilyn F. Davis C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 02680 $74,866.10 Brett A. Solomon, Michael C. Mazack 1708-508 5119 Aspen St 19139 44th wd. 1,532 Sq. Ft. OPA#441254500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Diyaaldin Kelley, in His Capacity as Heir of Douglas Kelley, Deceased; Bilal Kelley, in His Capacity as Heir of Douglas Kelley, Deceased; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns,

and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Douglas Kelley, Deceased C.P. January Term, 2016 No. 02785 $76,496.37 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-509 6205 Lansdowne Ave 34th wd. Northerly side of Lansdowne Avenue; Front: 16 feet Depth: 87 feet OPA#342054700 IMPROVEMENTS: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Janelle Smith C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01644 $105,758.68 Stephen M. Hladik, Esq. 1708-510 1023 Fillmore St 23rd wd. Northeast side of Fillmore St; Front: 25 feet Depth: 89 feet 9 inches OPA#234115000 IMPROVEMENTS: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Karin Tucker, Administratrix of the Estate of Wilbert E. McKoy a/k/a Wilbert Earl McKoy, Deceased C.P. February Term, 2017 No. 04789 $74,031.42 Stephen M. Hladik, Esq. 1708-511 814 Griffith St 63rd wd. (formerly 35th wd.) 1,082 Sq. Ft. BRT#631262900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING John F. Sheridan, Deceased and Rita Sheridan, Deceased C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 00933 $197,367.61 Powers, Kirn & Associates, LLC 1708-512 7160 Edmund St 19135 65th wd. 1,328 Sq. Ft. OPA#651287400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL BUILDING Michael Carpino C.P. March Term, 2012 No. 00335 $30,268.49 with interest from 9/12/17 Drew Salaman, Esquire 1708-513 898 Granite St 19124 Lot: 110, Block 139N2, Tax Map of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania OPA#871161100 IMPROVEMENTS: COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE Christopher A. Williams C.P. March Term, 2012 No. 001819 $36,908.15 Kristofer B. Chiesa, Esquire 1708-514 2335 E Fletcher St 19125 (Land) 800 Sq. Ft.; (improvements) 940 Sq. Ft. BRT#313059900 Geoff Thompson C.P. May Term, 2017 No. 01430 $355,508.77 Dana S. Plon, Esquire 1708-515 5433 Sansom St 19139 60th wd. APT 2-4 UNITS 2 STY MASON; 2,016 Sq. Ft. BRT#603019100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Raven O’Joy Outterbridge a/k/a Raven O’Joy Leigertwood, Known Surviving Heir of Veno Leigertwood, Nichole Leigertwood (a minor), Known Surviving Heir of Veno Leigertwood and Unknown Surviving Heirs of Veno Leigertwood C.P. August Term, 2015 No. 02349 $112,011.02 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C.

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1708-516 5521 Catharine St 19143 46th wd. ROW 2 STY MASONRY; 1,320 Sq. Ft. BRT#463093200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Bonnie Hall C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 0955 $163,976.83 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-517 1845 N Ringgold St 191212016 32nd wd. 964 Sq. Ft. OPA#322154700 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Ernest Jenifer and Denise Jenifer C.P. September Term, 2016 No. 03259 $108,608.73 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-518 6760 Linmore Ave 191421807 40th wd. 1,216 Sq. Ft. OPA#403185300 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Tiah Slanger C.P. December Term, 2011 No. 00458 $57,795.76 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-519 219 Widener St 19120-1840 61st wd. 1,050 Sq. Ft. OPA#612122800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Erica Shubert C.P. February Term, 2012 No. 03591 $75,980.42 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-520 2620 S 65th St 19142-2813 40th wd. 1,236 Sq. Ft. OPA#406002800 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Judy Mccollum C.P. February Term, 2016 No. 02375 $45,612.80 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-521 6271 Frankford Ave 19135 41st wd. 6,417 Sq. Ft. OPA#882963085 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: COMMERCIAL BUILDING Yvonne Hu C.P. February Term, 2012 No. 03780 $289,265.02 Drew Salaman, Esquire 1708-522 847 Atwood Rd 19151-3307 34th wd. 1,172 Sq. Ft. OPA#344323100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Tanya A. Lawhorn C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 03266 $45,205.13 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP

1708-523 5807 Newtown Ave 191201135 35th wd. 1,132 Sq. Ft. OPA#352212500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Sadie I. Finney C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 02517 $144,920.69 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-524 1716 Widener Pl 191411334 17th wd. 1,360 Sq. Ft. OPA#171183400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Stephen V. Johnson a/k/a Steven Johnson C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 00504 $82,002.43 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-525 929 W Butler St 191403128 43rd wd. 1,280 Sq. Ft. OPA#432226600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Juliet Jackson and Jermaine Whitehead C.P. October Term, 2016 No. 02662 $41,425.23 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-526 1617 N Newkirk St 191212712 32nd wd. 1,058 Sq. Ft. OPA#324150901 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Janie Louise Shippen a/k/a Janie L. Shippen C.P. April Term, 2009 No. 02034 $47,267.65 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-527 3428 Emerald St 19134 45th wd. 903 Sq. Ft. BRT#452338100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING April Candelet a/k/a April M. Candelet and Steven M. Walker C.P. June Term, 2016 No. 00588 $60,646.36 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-528 1333 McKinley St 19111 53rd wd. 1,139 Sq. Ft. OPA#531027500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Carmen J. Alicea C.P. June Term, 2015 No. 02822 $69,059.26 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-529 1875 Conlyn St 19141 49th wd. 0.84 acres BRT#171146200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY C.P. March Term,

2015 No. 04415 $70,359.08 Scott A. Dietterick, Esq.; Kathryn L. Mason, Esquire 1708-530 127 Wharton St 19147 2nd wd. 1,120 Sq. Ft. OPA#021338000 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Thomas J. Brown and Gertrude Brown C.P. April Term, 2015 No. 02422 $279,933.23 Brett A. Solomon, Michael C. Mazack 1708-531 5726 Chester Ave 19143 40th wd. 1,457 Sq. Ft. OPA#401120400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY The Unknown Heirs of Nella Reid Deceased, Allyson Gayle Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Nella Reid Deceased, Antoinette Simon Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Nella Reid Deceased, Irma Mohammed Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Nella Reid Deceased, Merlyn Sifontis Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Nella Reid Deceased, Monica Ramberan Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Nella Reid Deceased, Patricia Nicholson Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Nella Reid Deceased and Bernadette Forde Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of Nella Reid, Deceased C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 03079 $83,292.15 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-532 3129 Holly Rd 19154 66th wd. 2,826 Sq. Ft. OPA#663017600 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Terrianne Deniken C.P. November Term, 2015 No. 02815 $59,956.15 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-533 2001 Lardner St 19149 62nd wd. Land: 2,930 Sq. Ft.; Improvement: 1,188 Sq. Ft.; Total: 4,118 Sq. Ft. BRT#621180400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Nawraj Lama and Vanny Ol C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 02948 $19,692.24 Richard M. Squire & Associates, LLC 1708-534 5818 Washington Ave 19143 3rd wd. 1,280 Sq. Ft. OPA#033113900 IMPROVE-

MENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY The Unknown Heirs of Marian D. Moore, Deceased, Benjamin Moore, Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Marian D. Moore, Deceased, Joel Moore Jr. Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Marian D. Moore, Deceased and Lois Braithwaite Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Marian D. Moore, Deceased C.P. February Term, 2014 No. 00788 $79,786.33 KML Law Group, P.C. 1708-535 1100-1106 Shackamaxon St, Unit 2B 19125 RES CONDO 3 STY MAS㤱㤱; 921 Sq. Ft. BRT#888180260 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Charles Aaron Williams, III and United States of America, c/o United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 02362 $196,103.51 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-536A 1951 Wakeling St 19124 62nd wd. 2,000 Sq. Ft. OPA#622009100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL BUILDING Lisa Creedon C.P. April Term, 2005 No. 00186 $59,561.37 with interest after 8/1/17 Drew Salaman, Esquire 1708-536B 2045 Granite St 19124 62nd wd. 815 Sq. Ft. OPA#622088500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL BUILDING Lisa Creedon; Terre Tenant: Derry O. Smith a/k/a Dery O. Smith a/k/a Darry O. Smith C.P. April Term, 2005 No. 00186 $59,561.37 with interest after 8/1/17 Drew Salaman, Esquire 1708-536C 6759 Hegerman St 19135 41st wd. 750 Sq. Ft. OPA#412435100 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL BUILDING Lisa Creedon C.P. April Term, 2005 No. 00186 $59,561.37 with interest after 8/1/17 Drew Salaman, Esquire 1708-537 1036 S 54th St 19143 51st wd. ROW B/GAR 2STY MASONRY; 1,344 Sq. Ft. BRT#513126200 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Lula M. Wilson-

Toe and Daniel S. Toe, Sr C.P. February Term, 2014 No. 00852 $78,867.59 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-538 2900 Walnut Hill St 19152 57th wd. S/D W/B GAR 1 STY MASONRY; 1,095 Sq. Ft. BRT#571076000 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING Kathleen Lombardo, Administratrix of the Estate of Michael Markow C.P. November Term, 2016 No. 01273 $239,328.68 McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. 1708-539 5657 Boyer St 19138-1732 12th wd. 1,200 Sq. Ft. OPA#122254400 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Luther Allen, Deceased C.P. April Term, 2016 No. 03384 $47,039.36 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-540 4285 Leidy Ave 191041016 6th wd. 1,436 Sq. Ft. OPA#062203500 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Anita E. Williams, Individually and in capacity as Co-Administratrix of The Estate of Lerondya Williams; Laterra D. Ruffin, Individually and in capacity as Co-Administratrix of The Estate of Lerondya Williams; Unknown heirs, successors, assigns, and all persons, firms, or associations claiming right, title, or interest from or under Lerondya Williams, Deceased C.P. December Term, 2016 No. 01508 $28,356.02 Phelan Hallinan Diamond & Jones, LLP 1708-541A Premise A - 4200 Chester Ave 19104 3rd wd. improvement area 6,820 Sq. Ft. OPA#871299720 Subject to Mortgage Subject to Rent IMPROVEMENTS: STR/ OFF; 3 STORY MASONRY APARTMENTS 4200-02 Chester Associates LLC; John J. Gillespie; Lynette M. Gillespie; Gillespie Properties LLC, UVC, Inc. C.P. December Term, 2016 No. 00765 $1,502,202.32 Lawrence J.

Avallone, Esq 1708-541B Premise B - 4202 Chester Ave 19104 3rd wd. Land area 4,752 Sq. Ft. OPA#871286300 Subject to Mortgage Subject to Rent IMPROVEMENTS: STR/ OFF; 3 STORY MASONRY APARTMENTS 4200-02 Chester Associates LLC; John J. Gillespie; Lynette M. Gillespi; Gillespie Properties LLC, UVC, Inc. C.P. December Term, 2016 No. 00765 $1,502,202.32 Lawrence J. Avallone, Esq 1708-542 534-542 W Olney Ave 19120 42nd wd. 8,104 Sq. Ft. BRT#882928115 Subject to Rent IMPROVEMENTS: STR/ OFF 2 STY MASONRY Daniel C. Williams C.P. August Term, 2016 No. 000486 $246,337.66 McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter LLP 1708-543 2604 Gerritt St 36th wd. OPA#36-4-2263-00 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: UNKNOWN Paul Jones and Margaret Jones a/k/a Margaret Holmes Jones C.P. May Term, 2014 No. 02718 $35,424.24 Richard A. Gutman, Esquire 1708-544 6340 Ardleigh St 19138 22nd wd. 2,404 Sq. Ft. BRT#221291900 IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Vivian Shelton, Administratrix of the Estate of John Isaac a/k/a John Walter Isaac, Deceased C.P. March Term, 2017 No. 00875 $180,144.79 Stern & Eisenberg PC 1708-545 300 W Byberry Rd, Unit 217 19116 58th wd. 439 Sq. Ft. and a 1.0% undivided interest in the common elements, as more fully described in the Declaration of Condominium of the Stonebridge Condominium dated 10/24/1989 and recorded on 10/25/1989 in Deed Book FHS 1511 page 442 OPA#888582299 Subject to Mortgage IMPROVEMENTS: RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM Randy Kopf C.P. May Term, 2016 No. 134153 $11,300.00 Glenn M. Ross, Esquire

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Mowtownphilly’s Back Again Record-breaking, chart-topping performers take Broad Street. By HughE Dillon The members of R&B’s legendary Boyz II Men were honored Saturday, June 24, at their alma mater, Philadelphia High School for the Creative & Performing Arts, on Broad Street in South Philly. The city named the section of “The Avenue of the Arts,” from Christian to Carpenter, to Boyz II Men Boulevard. Boyz II Men consisted of four guys from Philadelphia: Michael McCary, Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris, and Shawn Stockman who went on superstardom with songs like “End of the Road”, “Motown Philly” and “I’ll Make Love to You.”

1. Philadelphia High School for the Creative & Performing Arts. 2. Geoff Gordon, Live Nation. 3. Anthony A. Rosado, Wells Fargo Greater Philadelphia. 4. Councilman Mark Squilla and Councilman Kenyatta Johnson. 5. (Back Row) Councilman Mark Squilla, Jeff Guaracino, Welcome America, Ric Harris, NBC/Telemundo and Geoff Gordon Live Nation. (Front row) Wanya Morris, Nathan Morris, and Shawn Stockman. 6. New Broad Street signage. Photos by HughE Dillon. J u ly 9 - 1 6 , 2 0 1 7

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Old City Eats Have a hot time in the old time, tonight By HughE Dillon Old City Eats hosted a block party on Thursday, June 15, at 2nd Street between Market and Chestnut Streets, to kick off its second season of dining and drinking deals throughout Philly’s most historic neighborhood. 15 of Old City Eats participating restaurants were on hand to feed guests including The Franklin Fountain, High Street and Philly’s popular food truck, Mama’s Meatballs. On Thursdays from June 15-August 31, come out to explore Philadelphia’s Historic District and then relax at one of the 25-plus area restaurants offering half-priced appetizers and drink specials.

1. John Poulos, Carlo Sena, Teri Hertler, and Luca Sena, all of Revolution House. 2. Amanda Robbins and Tom Kramer of Cuba Libre. 3. Nicole and Jocelyn of J.J. Bootleggers. 4. Mike Antinori and Fahim Kayed of Mama’s Meatballs. 5. Frank and Mary. 6. Thaddeus Dynakowski and Courtney Testa of High Street. Photos by HughE Dillon.

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The Philly POPS Annual Concert at Independence Mall This 4th of July weekend tradition delights fans once again by HughE Dillon On July 3, The Philly POPS performed their annual Independence Mall show. The free concert was part of the Wawa Welcome America festival! Music Director Michael Krajewski and the 65-piece Philly POPS orchestra performed an entertaining patriotic-themed show featuring guest artists Tony DeSare and Hamiltonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mandy Gonzalez. The Voices of the POPS, an ensemble of professional vocalists that regularly perform at POPS shows were there, too.

1. Patriotic spirit was high with the fans. 2. Children try to master the classic hula-hoop. 3. Frank Giordano, The Philly Pops. 4. Fans turned out in droves with their blankets and beach chairs. 5. The service of our veterans was honored. 6. Jubilant fans at the The Philly POPS at the Annual Concert. Photos by HughE Dillon.

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Abington’s Dixon is Stellar Powerhouse junior expects good things next season By Jeremy Treatman

bington’s Eric Dixon is one of more than a dozen high school players 6-foot-7-inches or taller in the Delaware Valley who have a chance to be a star at the collegiate level. The 6’7” forward/center wants to be the best of the lot and he is quite aware that there is competition among the forwards and centers in the area vying for the same stature, not to mention the competition among teams they all play on, as well. “In an area so loaded with talent, coaches, teams, players, and big men, you can’t get comfortable; so I don’t,” said Dixon who has offers from Temple, St. Josephs, Drexel, Penn State, Rutgers, Georgetown, Oklahoma State, and La

Salle. Oh, did we mention he’s only going to be a junior in the fall? Dixon led his Abington team to four wins in five games at a recent Temple University team camp and has excelled at the AAU level as well this summer. “I just have been working on fundamentals overall to be honest, and changed my diet somewhat,” Dixon said. “Like I have said in the past, I’d like to be the best big man around, and I’d like Abington to be in the hunt for a state title. We lost a couple of starters and some role players, but I think we can definitely win the district [1 class 6 A title] like we did last year. This year, I expect with me and guard Robbie [Heath] leading the way, we can go far in that state tourney.”

STAN LAWS DOES WELL Stan Laws, Freire Charter’s coach had an idea pop in his head three years ago. In June, he made it happen, inviting players from prominent high school programs to play against each other in the High School Alumni Classic. “The idea was birthed in my heart and mind about 3 years ago,” he said. ”The idea was to bridge the gap between players of yesteryear

Abington basketball player Eric Dixon dominated at the annual Temple University team camp. Photo by Sarah J. Glover.

PICKRON COULD BE THIS YEAR’S TOP OVERALL PLAYER Tyree Pickron, a 6’4” wing from Archbishop Wood may not be as high on the recruitment list as Dixon or others, but many pundits feel at the high school level he can have as much impact as any area player next year. Pickron’s gift is his versatility. He can play all positions but center, will be a senior captain with Andrew Funk, and can score, rebound, defend, and pass.

and the modern day new age players. But I didn’t want just any venue. I

“I definitely pride myself on both ends of the court,” said Pickron, a key member of Archbishop

wanted a place with a nostalgic feel with a rich tradition and basketball

Wood’s first ever boys’ Catholic League champion and state titlist team last year. “I think playing

history. I feared that the universities would turn me down, so I fervently

with my teammates from school: Seth Pickney, and Karrington Wallace help a lot with my growth

prayed and asked God to point me in the right direction. So, in January

and the coaches on my K-Low Elite [AAU] team have been great this summer and are getting me to

of this year, I was led to reach out to coach Phil Martelli and he put me

be the player I want to be.” He added: “About what I can achieve this year for the season, I believe

in contact with the facilities manager [at St Joseph’s Hagan Arena]. And the rest, as they say, is history.” He added: “In addition to bringing together old and recent HS alumni players, I also wanted to try and raise money for my nonprofit charitable organization. I take pride in trying to be a blessing to the youth and families that attend my summer camp. With help from the first kid I ever mentored, Marvin O’Connor, a Simon Gratz and St. Joseph’s University standout, we began reaching out to local high schools to participate and field a team.”

I will have a major impact. I think everyone believes that, but I know the only thing that matters is winning and the biggest role I will have to face is leadership. So, that means a lot to me that will fall on me and Andrew Funk this year, as players and [captains].” Pickron said that despite his team winning the Catholic League and state championship last year he is not coming into the year with expectations in 2017-18. “The talent we have and the coaches we have, I believe we can repeat, but I will not overlook any team. I remember being the underdog and I know how that feels, so even though we have that target on our back, I will stay with the underdog mentality.” Pickron is excited as well to play in the Battle of the Bell, a AAU challenge between his club’s

Laws was proud to have gotten the event off of the ground and to

15-, 16- and 17-year-old squads against Team Final’s identical teams July 8 and 9 at Imhotep

honor Philadelphia basketball contributors, Coach Kenny Hamilton (Ben-

Charter High School. “Yeah, I am excited about that,” Pickron said. “Not just for playing Team Final

jamin Franklin), Coach Bill Ellerbee (Simon Gratz), and the late Coach

but to playing in front of everyone in the city. We don’t get an opportunity to do this a lot, so when

Fred Pickett (Chester High). “It couldn’t have gone any better,” he said.

it happens it is something we enjoy.”

Laws plans to keep the event going next June.

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Out singer-songwriter talks music, film and activism By Larry Nichols larry@epgn.com Out Portland-based singer-songwriter Matt Alber is coming to the East Coast for a string of shows that includes a stop at the Rrazz Room in New Hope July 14. Alber, who is

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young MCs, rappers, singer-songwriters and engineers. By the end of it, they were running their own sessions and making their own recordings. It was awesome.” Back in the states, Alber is now working with John Garcia on a new docu-series about what it’s like to be an LGBT teenager today. “It’s called ‘Room to Grow,’” he said. “We are in full swing on season one. It’s an incredible series already. We’re crowd-funding the series so we can offer it for free on the web. It will be eight episodes and it will come out in December so that families and kids everywhere can see what it looks like when people accept each other. They can see what it’s like for another trans teenager who is transitioning. They can see what it is like for a gay son to come out to his father. They can see what it is like for an allied teenager when all of your friends are queer and you feel like an outsider. All kinds of stories are going to be told in the series. If people want to help crowd-fund it, we would sure appreciate it.” It seems that ideology and artistic expression cross paths more than usual lately, so we asked Alber if he considers his music and filmmaking to be political in any way. “I’d say yes, but I hope someday they won’t be,” he said. “While there are still closets to live in and closets people have to hide in, I think my songs and my videos will be political and carry the idea that this isn’t normal. I hope that someday soon they aren’t political anymore and they are just songs.” n Matt Alber performs 8 p.m. July 14 at The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope. For more information or tickets, call 888-596-1027 or visit www. mattalber.com.

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PGN: “Maurice” was one of the first overtly queer films you and Ismail Merchant made. What took you so long to make a gay film, and why was this one so important to do? JI: Well, there are queer films, and then there are films with queers in them. Our films have had a lot of queer characters. Sometimes they were a little part, and sometimes, like in “The Bostonians,” a large part. The real reason I did “Maurice” was after making “A Room with a View,” I decided to reread all of Forster’s books. I read “Maurice” when it was published in the early 1970s. I liked it, but after “Room,” I thought it was the same story — about muddled young people who are forced by the society they are in to live a lie. I thought “Maurice” was the other side of the coin from “Room.” It sprang to life in my mind. “Room” was an enormous success, so we could do anything we wanted. I thought, Let’s do this. Nobody said we shouldn’t do it, or we should think twice about the subject matter. PGN: The film is considered a classic of queer cinema. Did it seem so at the time? JI: Oh, many people have come up to me and said how important “Maurice” was for them, how it changed their lives. I’m glad it had that positive effect. It might have had the other effect. It came out at the height of the AIDS crisis. PGN: The film is a bit of a morality tale. Given the politics of the time, how would you have behaved back in the Edwardian era? JI: I don’t know. I think I would have behaved as I wanted to. It’s hard to say, but I would have tried to find some way of living happily, so I am a Maurice type. When I was growing up, [being gay] was never really a big deal. I didn’t have to suffer. I was just lucky. I was living openly with Ismail in New York, London and particularly in India. We weren’t trying to fool anybody, and we were never threatened or anything like that — ever. Nor was any bad stuff or gossipy stuff written about us. Some folks are very

religious and think of [gay] acts as sin. I was raised a Catholic, but I never had that guilt [imposed] on me. PGN: The film’s sex scene is considerably romantic and erotic. Did you feel the film was too bold at the time, or did you use restraint? JI: There was more nudity, but those scenes weren’t strong enough, so we dropped them. The sex was depicted as much as we could go. We didn’t want to make an X-rated

JAMES WILBY (LEFT) AND HUGH GRANT IN “MAURICE” Photo: Cohen Media Group movie. I would be a little hesitant to ask the actors to really perform, and I don’t think they would have; all three of the guys were straight. I did what I could, and hoped that was enough. I was so lucky those guys were willing to go along to the point they did. PGN: What do you think about Maurice’s relationships with Clive and Scudder? JI: Maurice wanted to sleep with Clive from day one, as soon as they went out into the countryside. And they would have; any other couple would have had sex lying there. Maurice was desperate to, but he feared pushing things too far and losing Clive, who would withdraw and reject him. I’ve known people like Clive, who stopped themselves from doing things they wanted to. Scudder was a free soul, I’ve always felt, and there are scenes of that in the film. PGN: What are your thoughts about the film 30 years later? JI: I‘ve seen it several times over the years and it’s always held up. It seems truthful and real. And it is romantic, of course, which is why women like it. It has so many female fans — especially women who were young girls the first time it came out. It’s not just a film that was attractive to gay men. When it came out in Japan, it was a craze for young women. PGN: The film has a positive reception in the states, but did not fare well critically in England, as I understand. JI: The critics in England were mostly gay, and they backed off from it because they thought they would be compromised; if they praised it too highly they’d come under social or editorial [scrutiny] so they backed off it. It had a good, long life in the cinema in England. I was told that the men’s room was a real scene in the theater. n

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By Larry Nichols larry@epgn.com A lazy, sunny summer afternoon perched next to an open window on the second-floor dining area overlooking Locust Street is a great way to get acquainted with Misconduct Tavern. The aptly named spot at 15th and Locust streets will do delightfully sinful things to your diet. But let’s get back to the vibe because they really do nail it. Watching the foot traffic streaming below, with a nice breeze and the house sound system pumping out a classic soul playlist featuring Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin and The Temptations? Why, yes, we do believe we will have a drink! And then there’s the food. There’s a tiny sliver of the menu’s real estate dedicated to salads, but good luck prying your eyes away from everything else to focus on it. The majority of the menu is dedicated to comfort-food bar fare: burgers, sandwiches, sliders and appetizers designed to hit you hard in the softest, “hangriest” parts of your soon-to-be-bloated and sleepy soul. The appetizers at Misconduct are ridiculously good. The cheesesteak empanadas ($7) have a perfectly crisp and flaky outer crust and a nice mix of steak and melted cheese inside. A pleantly spicy ketchup seals the deal. The beer-battered pickle chips ($7) are exceptional. The pickles are house-made and sliced thick so when you bite through the hot batter crust, you still feel like you are eating a fresh pickle because the inside is still cool, briny and juicy.

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One of the specials on our visit was the mako shark taco ($11), which was a slight and relative reprieve from the decadence of the rest of the menu. The grilled shark nicely complemented the jalapeños, avocado crema and pickled red cabbage that rounded out the dish. Another special was the chickpea burger ($9). Slow your roll, vegans! This isn’t your dance. In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of raising beef, Misconduct serves a few burgers that mix ground beef with other ingredients. In this case, it’s chickpeas. The burger is topped with hummus and preserved lemon bits, which both give the dish a distinct creaminess and zing you wouldn’t normally find in a burger. Back in 100-percent-beef country, the pepperoni pizza burger ($12)

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could have been a bit harder on the seasoning but it still hit the right notes with a generous amount of mozzarella cheese and pizza sauce making it worth the trip. As if Misconduct didn’t have a big-enough devil on your shoulder jumping up and down, whacking you on the head with a pitchfork and screaming about where you can shove your responsible food choices, there’s also mac and cheese ($6 small, $10 large). It’s pretty much what you dream of: hot, creamy and abundantly cheesy noodles with a nicely broiled crust of cheese on top. You also can load it with extras like bacon, onions, red peppers or basil pesto, to name a few. If you have a cheat day coming to you, be bad and make a beeline for Misconduct Tavern. n

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Julie Mesaros: International influences in Chester County To explain the work of the LGBT Equality Alliance of Chester County, I’m going to share this info directly from the group’s website: “In January 2015, Rachel Stevenson sought to revive the LGBTQA social scene that once thrived in Phoenixville, from 2001-09, in a little gay bar called Frank Jeffreys. Once closed, and with the need for social contentedness, the first monthly afternoon ‘tea dance’ was held on Jan. 11, 2015. These ‘tea dances’ brought together the LGBTQA community from Chester County and surrounding areas. “Within three months, it was apparent that these ‘tea dances’ were more than just monthly social events. Realizing there were few services for the LGBTQA Community in Chester County, and using the energy, momentum and support from three successful tea dances, the 501(c)3 nonprofit LGBTea Dances was born on March 26, 2015. “Following continued growth and expansion, the organization changed its name to LGBT Equality Alliance on July 15, 2016. LGBT Equality Alliance partners with businesses, community groups, schools, foundations and corporations to support LGBTQ+ community members in Chester County through Pride festivals, after-school events, education programs, art shows, health fairs, bridal shows, job fairs and more. “LGBT Equality Alliance aims to remove barriers of communication between Chester County LGBTQ+ residents and the greater community. Rather than create a community center, it is our focus to unify the greater community so all LGBTQ+ community members feel at home and supported in their living environment.” That’s a lot going on right outside our borders. On July 16, the LGBT Equality Alliance will host another one of its (now-quarterly) tea dances. We took time out to chat up one of the board members, Julie K. Mesaros.

planned. She says that’s her story and she’s sticking to it.

PGN: Where do you hail from? JM: It’s funny, I’ve lived abroad for so long, I’m not used to being specific. I normally just say, “I’m from the U.S.,” but originally I come from a small town in rural Pennsylvania, not far from Gettysburg.

PGN: So you were a real jock! What other sports did you play? JM: Yeah, I fit the stereotype! I played volleyball, track, softball and I’ve always loved football but I wasn’t aware of any women being able to play at that time. When I got into my mid- to late 20s I started coming out to myself and, as a way of getting out and meeting people and having some fun, I joined the softball leagues here in Philly and got into playing women’s flag and tackle football. There were some straight women on the team but it was about 90-percent gay.

PGN: What’s the origin of your last name? JM: It comes from a Hungarian surname that got butchered by immigration when my ancestors came here. It comes from the Hungarian “meszaroz,” which means “son of butcher.” PGN: Family? JM: There were five of us: traditional mother, father, siblings. I’m the youngest and there’s a fairly big gap between us; my sister is seven years older and my brother is nine years older than me. My mother swears that I was the only one who was

PGN: What did the folks do? JM: My dad was in education — he started as a teacher and later moved into administration as a district superintendent — and my mom mostly worked in social services and then did nonprofit work. PGN: I see where you get your do-gooder genes. JM: Yes, I learned the value of an education and the importance of social service. PGN: How would your parents describe you as a child? JM: The first thing that comes to mind is very active. I liked to play outside until dark and was always into some kind of sport. I was pretty independent and was always able to entertain myself. I’d make up games and stuff to keep myself occupied. PGN: What was the first job you ever took? JM: I did some babysitting when I was in high school but my first job with a paycheck was as a pool lifeguard. I was 16 and I was not a really good swimmer but I liked the water and was willing to dive in to help someone in trouble.

PGN: What was a memorable sports moment? JM: I was lucky enough to have had a few of those buzzer-beater, “sinking the shot in the final second to win the game” moments. They’re very dreamlike and make for awesome memories. PGN: Worst injury? JM: Playing football and again during softball, I tore the cartilage in my shoulder, which made it tough to throw a ball, which was upsetting. I actually just had surgery, 10 years later, to repair it. PGN: What position did you play? JM: Quarterback, so throwing was important. PGN: I’m impressed. What was the coming-out process like for you? JM: It was very tumultuous and not at all linear. But I guess that’s true for many people. I really had to come out to myself first and be able to say, “Yes, I am attracted to

PGN: What did you do after high school? JM: I was offered a full scholarship to play basketball at Loyola College, which is now a university. I went and played for two years but there was a lot of pressure. They wanted me to be an athlete before being a student and I felt that my education was more important to me. I also wanted to study abroad; I’d done a semester in Bangkok at the International University and got a taste of the international scene. Basketball is a year-round commitment and I wanted to do more.

PGN: I’m not in any way a jock, but football is my favorite sport too. JM: Yes, there’s a lot of action and it’s almost gladiator-like if you really want to get into it. It’s one of the best sports, in my opinion.

there in a way that I couldn’t in the U.S. I lived there for three years and came back in 2014. It really helped me build confidence in myself and who I am. PGN: What drew you there in the first place? JM: I was a philosophy major and I was really interested in religion and Eastern philosophy. I wanted to travel and experience different cultures and our school had a study-abroad program that I was able to take advantage of. A lot of the programs were in England or Australia but I really wanted to get out of my comfort zone so I chose Thailand. PGN: What were you planning to do with a degree in philosophy? JM: [Laughs] Everyone always asks that! I get it, people wonder why anyone would choose to study that. I wanted to go to law school and used philosophy as a precurser to that. I also had burning questions about life that I needed answered and philosophy helped with that. The things that I learned about — thinking critically and how to make arguments and how to consider different aspects of any issue or topic — have enriched my life. It taught me to be a better writer and other things that have filtered into both my private and professional life. PGN: And what is it that you do now? JM: I just finished my master’s degree in education, specifically teaching ESL [English as a Second Language] and now I teach at West Chester University. I work mostly with international students and teach reading, writing, listening, speaking, critical thinking, all the things they need to succeed in school. I love it.

women” and then find the courage to put myself out there, which I did through sports, which is a very organic and safe environment to meet others like you. I didn’t come out to my parents until I was about 30. They were totally accepting. But part of the reason that I went to Thailand the third time in 2011 was because I’d discovered that Thailand is quite liberal in terms of sexuality and gender expression, especially for an Asian country. I wanted to try to find freedom and love

PGN: What is a language mix-up that makes you laugh? I have a friend from overseas who used to say, “Oh get off of my face!” and I’d explain, “No, it’s get off my back or out of my face! Get off of my face is a whole different conversation … ” JM: [Laughs] That’s good. It usually is the prepositions that trip people. One of the ones that I find is very common is mixing up “kitchen” and “chicken” because the syllables sound similar when you’re not familiar with the words. That’s always funny when you hear it.

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PGN: Tell me about the last time you were in Thailand and the work that you did. Why was it important? JM: I worked for an NGO in Northern Thailand whose mission was to fight human trafficking, especially girls and sometimes boys being lured into the sex industry and other exploitations. I went from a very-metropolitan Bangkok with seven-million people to a very rural area with a completely different culture. I’d saved up some money so I could volunteer, mainly as a coordinator for the group, and lived very basically. I was pretty much in a shack with no refrigerator. The electricity bill was so low, they just wrote it off. The work is important because Thailand is very much a country that’s all about that face. They want to show a good face to the world that it’s a beautiful destination trip with lovely beaches and mountains, when what’s really going on is quite different. Speaking the language and working as a teacher, I see a lot below the surface and it’s not pretty. There’s a deeply imbedded system of trafficking. Thailand is a hub for exploitation; it’s a destination, it’s a source and a transit country, which are the three categories of human trafficking. Thailand is considered a level-three tier, which is the worst, by the State Department. The politics are very corrupt, which allows it to go on and everybody’s involved, from the Buddhist monks to the school teachers, parents, taxi driver, doorman, anyone who can get a quick kickback. There are any number of people you can bump into along the very-intricate route of human trafficking. Having spent time there, I also saw how my status was diminished because I was a woman; it’s very patriarchal and I saw how the discrimination against women and children, especially girls and other “lesser” ethnic groups, fed into the sex trafficking. I felt that I needed to do something to be part of the solution rather than stay neutral or contribute to the problem. PGN: Were you ever in danger? JM: The NGO that I worked for was right on the border between Thailand and Myanmar, also known as Burma. It was very porous; people could easily come across or be lured across so it could get a little sketchy. When I had to cross the border to renew my visa, I’d get a feeling in my gut that it wasn’t safe. I didn’t get that feeling often, though, and other than a few catcalls, or being followed on occasion, nothing happened. PGN: Well, that happens here daily! Do you speak any other languages other than English and Thai? JM: I actually lived in China for a short time and taught English in Shanghai for about six months and I started learning a little bit of Mandarin, but now I can only say a few phrases. PGN: So back to the states, what’s the best part of teaching at WCU? JM: The campus is nice and our facility is brand-new. I love my job very much and I really enjoy my students. I love a multicul-

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tural classroom. PGN: How did you get involved in the LGBT Equality Alliance? JM: Last June after the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, I was really, really angry and a little bit afraid … but mostly angry. I was at a point where I felt a little in the shadows in my life; I wasn’t really out there, I wasn’t in a relationship, I wasn’t living authentically, so I started looking for a way to connect to the community. I found LGBTEA and started going to support meetings. I also volunteered for almost every function I could get my hands on. I started going to and coordinating social events like the quarterly tea dance, which will be happening again on July 16, and I guess I proved myself as a leader because I was asked to join the board in a leadership role. PGN: Does the alliance have a physical presence? JM: Yes, we have an office in Phoenixville and we have a regular location for our tea dances. By the way, it’s not a tea party; the name comes from the end of our acronym: LGBTEA. We have a DJ and drinks and it’s always a good time. We also do educational programs and a health fair and also a winter-gear drive near the holidays since homelessness is such a big problem in the community. We also have our annual Pridefest in June and then we take the money from our big events and do grants and scholarships for youth. PGN: I didn’t know all this was happening so close to us! How did you meet your partner, Amy? JM: We met at an LGBTEA event that we both volunteered for and then we crossed paths again at a tea dance and soon after started dating. We’ve been together ever since. PGN: LGBTEA is doing all sorts of good work out there. JM: [Laughs] Yes, my three personal missions have been fulfilled: being more active socially, doing something for others and finding someone great to be with! Missions accomplished. PGN: If you could be the leader of any country, which country would you choose? What would you do first? JM: The U.S., and the first thing I would do is rearrange the federal budget. I’d prioritize education and social services. PGN: As a philosophy major, what words or quote do you want to leave us with? JM: There’s a quote from Walt Whitman’s “Leaves of Grass.” He writes, “I exist as I am, and that is enough.” n The LGBT Equality Alliance’s July tea dance will be held from 4-8 p.m. July 16 at Barnaby’s of West Chester, 15 S. High St. For more information, visit http://ow.ly/h3BW30dxmMS. For more information about LGBTEA, visit www.lgbteachesco.org. To suggest a community member for Family Portrait, email portraits05@aol.com.

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