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September 7, 2017

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O U N C I LW O M A N Cherelle L. Parker (9th District) issued the following statement in response to the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s decision to allow a medical-marijuana dispensary applicant to relocate following strong community opposition to its originally proposed site at 8319 Stenton Avenue.

“I wholeheartedly applaud the East Mt. Airy community for standing firm in their efforts to protect the quality of life in this neighborhood,” Parker wrote. “While the residents and I strongly support medical marijuana, there were clearly serious concerns regarding this site due to its location in a densely residential community. Residents effectively articulated these concerns, even as others tried to mischaracterize their passion.

This news is truly a testament to their commitment and their advocacy.

“I also want to sincerely thank our attorneys, S. David Fineman and his colleagues at Fineman, Krekstein & Harris P.C. as well as Attorney General Josh Shapiro and his office for helping to resolve this matter.”

BULLOCK PLANS A BIKE RIDE State Rep. Donna Bullock (D-N. Phila.) will host her Strawberry Mansion Community Day Bike Ride

at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 starting at 33rd & Dauphin Streets.

“I am excited to host the Strawberry Mansion Community Day Bike Ride in my district,” Bullock said. “The bike ride not only promotes the overall safety of my district, but it also encourages residents to stay fit and explore safe bike routes in our neighborhood. As the City of Philadelphia becomes a more bike-friendly city, I want to ensure that my constituents are able to take advantage of the opportunities that become available.”

Registration for the event will take place between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. The bike ride will officially start at 10 a.m. Attendees are highly encouraged to bring their own bikes. There will be a limited number of bikes available for attendees 18 and older.

For more information, contact Bullock’s constituent service office at (215) 684-3738.

CEPHAS TARGETS NUISANCE SHOPS State Rep. Morgan Cephas (D-W. Phila.) continues to ramp up efforts to crack down on nuisance liquor establishments after a stop-and-go was recently cited for violations in her community.

“Stop-and-go’s are putting our neighborhood, more specifically our youth, in danger,” Cephas said. “It’s time that we continue our efforts in going after bad actors by doing everything in our power to hold these establishments accountable for breaking the law.”

According to the Bureau of Liquor Control & Enforcement, Cold Beer, at 5937 Market St., is accused of selling alcohol to minors, having an expired health license, not having proper smoking signage and having a Restaurant Liquor License without having the required serving area of at least 400 square feet available for use and ac-

commodation to the public.

Cephas said she is standing with her Democratic colleagues in Philadelphia by cosponsoring HB 1547, which would allow the State Liquor Control Board to designate saturated-nuisance market areas, where violations would be subject to enhanced penalties, fines and suspensions, and allow the board to remove licenses from those areas.

Cephas has also continued to fight alongside her colleagues in the House and Senate by hosting public hearings, town halls and supporting legislation established in the fiscal code

by State Sens. Sharif Street (D-N. Phila.) and Vincent Hughes (D-W. Phila.), calling for the LCB to immediately suspend the license of those establishments that do not meet requirements under the liquor code.

After inspection, those liquor-license holders who do not meet license requirements upon inspection would have their licenses suspended until they can show proof to the LCB they have addressed all issues and are eligible to be licensed.

“Our efforts as the Philadelphia Delegation shows progress in addressing nuisance establishments, and this legislation is our best chance at eliminating these harmful alcoholic stores,” Cephas said. “Just as important, though, is making sure the stop-and-go establishments answer for their wrongdoing in order to send a message to those still in operation across the city that this type of business won’t be tolerated.”

CRUZ BACKS WOLF ON LEAD TESTING As State Rep. Angel Cruz (D-Kensington) continues his fight against lead poisoning in the commonwealth, he’s responding to Gov. Tom Wolf’s recent announcement supporting universal testing of blood-lead levels in all

Pennsylvania children 2 years old and younger.

“While I respect the governor’s efforts, I wish he would have worked more closely with the Legislature because he would have realized what he’s backing is what I’ve been fighting for over the last two legislative sessions,” Cruz said.

Gov. Wolf is seeking analysis to determine who is at risk for lead poisoning and where kids with the highest and lowest blood-lead levels live, which is the exact purpose of legislation (HB 666) introduced by Cruz earlier this session. The representative also proposed bills to increase testing in drinking water and older rental properties where lead paint was likely used.

Cruz is now urging the House Health Committee to take action on HB 666 in light of the governor’s support.

“Support from Gov. Wolf is crucial in gaining traction through the legislature and getting bills up for a vote,” Cruz explained. “We could have been miles ahead in reaching our goal if a collaborative effort happened sooner.”

According to the Department of Health’s latest report on lead, only 28% of children aged 0-23 months were tested for lead in 2015. Testing rates varied from 12% to 47% across counties.

THOMAS GIVES 24 SCHOLARSHIPS State Rep. W. Curtis Thomas (D-N. Phila.) recently honored 24 students from schools in the 181st Legislative District at his 27th annual State Representative Awards.

Multiple students from public, charter and parochial schools in the 181st Legislative District were honored for academic excellence and contributions to their school and community.

“These students have achieved academic excellence, which is all the more

impressive because some of them have had to deal with violence, economic deprivation, homelessness or drugs in their community,” Thomas said.

The State Representative Awards have become a tradition in Thomas’ district, helping almost 2,500 students over the years. He established the awards 27 years ago to recognize the achievements of young people who live and go to school in the 181st District and achieve academic excellence despite difficult odds.

Recipients are selected by teachers, administrators and parents from each of the public, private and parochial schools in the 181st District.

Students were each awarded a certificate and a check to assist them with their continuing education. Several local businesses helped to fund the scholarships.

The elementary- and middle-school graduates were awarded $100 each, and the high-school graduates were awarded $250 each.

The 2017 high-school honorees are Danielle Rice, Dobbins; Tiana Pindle, Philadelphia Military Academy; Natalia Tavares, George Washington Carver; KyRay King, Bodine; and Robin Son, Parkway Center City.

Middle-school winners were Alyssa Onley, YES Philly; Julio Abadia Ortiz and Anisa Davis, Ludlow; Kaylana Lisby, Alliance for Progress; Jim Pares, Potter Thomas Promise Academy; Ashley Davis, Kearny; Madisyn Cook, LaSalle; Tymair Rasheem Yisrael, Hope Partnership for Education; Firdaws Mudbi, Al-Aqsa; Emmanuel Nwalipenja, Gesu; Adrian Mondragon, Hartranft; Camiyah Hill, Dunbar; Sean Harris, Meade; Nadira Thomas, Tanner Duckrey; Da’Vion Coleman, KIPP; Kionna Melvin, Spring Garden; and Markeema Hill, St. Malachy.

Daniel Beqiri of John Moffet Elementary School was also a winner.

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BY ELDON GRAHAM HE NATIONAL Constitution Center hosted the first of five sessions of a professional-development series on the 19th-century Philadelphia civil-rights activist, Octavius V. Catto.

The series is designed to bring together history teachers, ELA teachers and the cultural institutions of the city in an effort to encourage collaboration among them to help meet the academic needs of students.

The keynote speaker of the session was Dr. Richard Milner of the University of Pittsburgh, who spoke about the need to help teachers strengthen their approaches to racial literacy, disciplinary literacy and civic engagement.

Milner also gave his thoughts on the current state of education in the country. “I believe educators in schools are working hard and that parents, families and communities want the very best for their children,” he said. “Much more attention needs to be placed on better supporting educators with the resources they need to be successful. This means that we need more intellectual and human capital in the classroom to support students as well as teachers.

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mayor. “I think the white kids need to know the stories because when you grow up it’s like having Barbie dolls. All the Barbie dolls in the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s were white people. How do you transmit to young African American children that they are important, that they have value, that they contribute to this country?”

Referring to many historically significant Philadelphians of African descent, Kenney said, “It’s not African American History Month, it is American history month that has been delayed and been denied, period.”

KEYNOTE speaker Dr. Richard Milner addressing at the first of five professional-development sessions at the National Constitution Center. Photo by Eldon Graham

But to improve their practices with students who are most grossly underserved, they must engage in the hard work of shifting their deficit mindsets and beliefs, because these mindsets and beliefs shape their practices with students.”

Mayor Jim Kenney was briefly in attendance and spoke about what a man like Octavius Catto meant, not only to Philadelphia, but to history. “I think our kids, not only African American children or Latino children or children of color, need to know the stories,” said the

The mayor finished up his speech by reminding people of the statue of Octavius Catto being on his way from Los Angeles to Philadelphia to stand outside City Hall. The statue was supposed to be presented in the spring but problems have arisen which delayed the unveiling. The mayor did however say this is one of the better statue problems to have in dealing with recent events.

The Octavius Catto statue is scheduled to be unveiled on the Southwest Corner of City Hall on Sept. 26 at 11 a.m.

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“We are moving in the right direction,” he added.

“For instance, a decade ago, we likely would not have been having the conversation we had today about the centrality of race. We need to better educate the teachers and school leaders, and recruit equity-centered educators into the profession.

Teachers can be the difference-makers for students.

“I was encouraged by the excitement and dedication of the educators who showed up today,” he continued. “Teaching is challenging work, but with support, teachers can – and do – improve their practices.

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BY JOE SHAHEELI EMOCRATIC state politics have been roiled by a dispute between Gov. Tom Wolf and his Lt. Gov. Mike Stack over alleged problems in the lieutenant governor’s official residence. This may soon be resolved, though.

Controversy erupted over two concerns that became blurred in public discus-

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sion. One is the lieutenant governor’s wife, Tonya, who has health issues. In the end, family health is a private matter even for public officials.

The other is the lieutenant governor’s residential bookkeeping, about which claims were made that he had spent extravagantly on the taxpayers’ dime.

But these charges rest in the end on government accounting agencies. And there is advance word that further study has found them to be flawed. If this is so, then the complaints against Stack will evaporate.

Which opens the door to the 2018 lieutenant governor’s race. Gov. Tom Wolf is certain to seek re-election.

Will he seek it with or without Stack at his side?

Several candidates have already stepped forward.

GIORDANO SEEKS UNION BACKING Republican Superior Court candidate Judge Emil Giordano is bragging about the Pennsylvania United Steelworkers endorsement of his run.

“I want to thank the leadership and members of the USW for the faith and confidence they have placed in my candidacy,” he said. “As a judge and especially as a father, I believe the values of hard work, honesty and in-

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tegrity are paramount. That is why I am so proud to have the endorsement of USW, which represents some of the hardest-working men and women in Pennsylvania.”

The United Steelworkers represent industrial workers across the state.

Giordano, who hails from Northampton County in the Lehigh Valley, is all out for union endorsements this year. He ran two years ago and lost, like the rest of the Republican Superior Court ticket. A lesson Giordano derived from that race is that a pro-union Republican can win statewide. Born into a union family, Giordano is rounding up other union endorsements this time around.

Giordano is running for one of four open spots on the Superior Court.

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But – and this is a key “but” – none of them are from Philadelphia, the powerhouse of Democratic votes in Pennsylvania.

And no Democrat can win a statewide contest without a major turnout in Philadelphia.

Look for a final word on the Wolf-Stack ticket in the near future.

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WHERE DO VOTERS STAND ON SOROS?

Beth Grossman, the Republican nominee for district attorney of Philadelphia, has been hitching her campaign to an attack on liberal billionaire George Soros, who sank millions of dollars into her Democratic opponent Larry Krasner’s campaign in the spring primary.

Soros has made other investments in major DA races this year – around $3 billion – but Krasner is probably his largest single buy.

By using a network of state-level super PACS, Soros influenced district attorney campaigns in Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas, during August 2015 through August 2016, reports the Washington Free Beacon.

Soros spent over $7 million in total during 2015 and 2016 to influence local prosecutorial races, it determined.

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delphia district attorney has ever been backed by an outof-town super-PAC. Will this hurt or help Krasner in the end?

The Republican nominee for district attorney in Philadelphia, Beth Grossman, who is a prosecuting attorney, expressed her outrage that an outsider such as George Soros is meddling in a local city election.

“What really disturbs me is I feel like he’s an outside individual who knows nothing about Philadelphia and its specific public safety issues or whatever public safety crisis it’s facing comes in with his agenda and backs a far-left candidate who has never prosecuted a criminal case in his 30-year career as a criminal defense attorney,” Grossman told the Washington Free Beacon. “Everyone is entitled to the best defense that they can get, but this individual, my opponent, has also sued the Philadelphia police department in the city over 75 times and he dislikes law enforcement.”

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LONGTIME labor lovers Fred Druding, Jr., L and David Krain never miss the parade.

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JUDGE John Braxton thanks Local 1199C Hospital Workers President Henry Nicholas for the many successful improvements that Nicholas has achieved for his members. Photo by Joe Stivala

THE ELECTRICIANS’ legendary Ratmobile was on the prowl on Columbus Boulevard. Photo by Joe Stivala

LT. GOV. Mike Stack gives a cheery hello as he chats with Ace Labor Reporter Joe Stivala. Photo by Wendell Douglas

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L-R, STATE REP. Ed Neilson; Marissa Brumbach, Esq., candidate for Common Pleas Court; and State Rep. Bill Keller thanked Operating Engineers Mike, Peter and Dan Sullivan for their contributions in building Philadelphia. Photo by Joe Stivala

LT. GOV. Mike Stack heard many exciting ideas to enhance education for our children from State Rep. Joanna McClinton. Photo by Joe Stivala

SHERIFF Jewell Williams, L, shared a moment of consultation with State Rep. Bill Keller.

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FOR SHEET METAL Workers’ Local 19, unionism is all about their kids.

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DC 21’S Pat and Tim Costello were promoting their union’s upcoming Fight Night.

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L-R were Wanda Logan, DC 47 President Fred Wright, Lt. Gov. Mike Stack and judicial candidate Shanese Johnson.

Stack gave a rousing stemwinder of a speech.

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L-R WERE senatorial aide Jim Harrity, Local 19 leader Gary Masino and State Sen. Sharif Street.

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THRILLED to meet Mayor Jim Kenney, R, were, from L, Aidan, Liam and Molly McCann. Photo by Wendell Douglas

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THREE champions of labor at the Labor Day Parade were, L-R, State Rep. Bill Keller, Councilman Al Taubenberger and consultant Kenny Adams. Photo by John J. Kline

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TAYLOR: I’VE PAID MY DUES, I’M DONE

BY RYAN BRIGGS ONGTIME GOP State Rep. John Taylor (R-Northeast) will not seek reelection, an announcement that has led to a string of Philadelphia Democrats handicapping their chances of winning an increasingly blue district.

The Republican has hung on to Northeast Philadelphia’s 177th District – which includes Bridesburg, Northwood, Mayfair and parts of Port Richmond, Fishtown, Lawncrest and Tacony – for decades, despite a plurality of registered Democrats. His success was often linked to relatively moderate political stances and reputation for constituent service.

Even before his announcement, several Democrats had signaled their readiness to pounce on what some view as an easy win.

Sources close to Democrat Joe Hohenstein, who ran against Taylor last year, said he will make a formal announcement soon to officially declare his candidacy for the seat. Hohenstein hinted at a second run just weeks ago, as did Iraq War vet Patrick Wayland. Justin Salmasi, a political unknown, also registered a CrowdPAC page stating his interest in the seat.

On Tuesday, Sean McMonagle, a top staffer for Philadelphia City Councilman Mark Squilla and cousin of former State Rep.

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Gerald McMonagle, whom Taylor beat in 1984, is rumored to have expressed interest in the seat.

When asked about his interest in running, McMonagle replied: “There isn’t a candidate more passionate about making Mayfair right again. As far as my platform goes, opioids will be the first thing removed from my district, followed by “a focus on bringing back small local businesses.”

Labor sources said that 23rd Ward Leader Danny Savage, whose family has been a longtime fixture in Northeast Philadelphia politics, was also contemplating a run, as was 45th Ward Leader Harry L. Enggasser.

Enggasser challenged Taylor once before.

Although Taylor has been rumored for well over a year to be stepping down, he has also long denied that his retirement was impending.

The sudden announcement reportedly caught some ward-level Republicans by surprise and several GOP sources said there was no clear successor for the seat.

However, his chief of staff, Marc Collazzo, also has state-rep campaign experience, having unsuccessfully shot for a House seat a few years back. Collazzo has clocked plenty of face time around this district in the last few years.

Asked for comment, Taylor did not point to any partic-

ular Republican candidates but pointed out that his own run for the seat in 1984 was something of a surprise.

The then-29-year-old law clerk and lifelong Democrat switched parties to run and beat incumbent McMonagle.

Now 62, Taylor’s long career in the statehouse has seen him often characterized as a bridge-builder – a link between right-leaning Harrisburg legislators and the state’s largest city, a +Democratic stronghold.

The Pennsylvania House Democratic Campaign Committee praised Taylor’s record in a statement, even as Executive Director Nathan Davidson vowed to retake the district.

“Politics aside, Rep. Taylor’s decades-long record of public service will not be forgotten in the halls of our State Capitol,” he said. “But the fact is that for too long the representative from the 177th District has supported Republican leadership that does not share the values of Philadelphians. Rep. Taylor’s decision to not seek re-election creates a real opportunity for House Democrats to add a seat to their ranks, and the House Democratic Campaign Committee will be fully invested in ensuring the seat is held by a representative who shares the values and priorities of the 177th District.”

But other Democrats may quietly backpedal on this race next year. With Republicans in a veto-proof majority in the General Assembly, Philadelphians of all parties need Republican advocates on Capitol Hill – and the Democratic City Committee gets this.

One day, they’d like to get Taylor’s seat back; but it’s not clear they want to do it next year. A new Republican may better meet their immediate needs.

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EMEMBER that classic commercial for Staples? We don’t blame you if you don’t: It was a 1996 ad for back-to-school supplies, featuring joyful parents wheeling through the store, all set to the tune of “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.”

We are reminded of that every September, especially as social media feeds become clogged with back-to-school photos of miserable students – and their exultant parents.

And based on milestones achieved over the past year

MARK your CALENDAR Sep. 8- Randy Robinson hosts “Cigars & Seafood in the Yard” Birthday bash at Lou & Choo’s in the Yard, 2101 W. Hunting Pk. Ave., 7-11 p.m. Master Cigar Roller Montae Brown hand-rolls premium blended cigars. Free admission & food. For info: randyrobinson@gmail.com.

Sep. 8- C o u n c i l w o m an Cherelle Parker hosts “Calling All Virgos – Birthday Celebration” at Temptations, 218 W. Chelten Ave., 8-11 p.m. Inter-generational old-school party featuring Patty Jackson

and DJ Gary O. BOP, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s dance contests; $200 1st-place prize in each category. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at door. Virgos buying tables contact in advance to get listing! Free light buffet, cash bar; can bring own food. Payable to “People for Parker,” P.O. Box 27647, Phila., PA 19118.

For info: (215) 500-1679 or people4parker@gmail. com.

Sep. 8- Sheriff Jewell Williams is hosted 60th Birthday Celebration at Local 332 Union Ha., 1310 Wallace St., 8:30 p.m.12:30 a.m. Tickets $100.

Payable to “Citizens for Jewell Williams,” 2343 N. Smedley St., Phila., PA 19132.

Sep. 9- State Rep. Donna Bullock hosts Strawberry mansion Community Day Bike Ride at 33 rd & Dauphin Sts., registration starts 9 a.m., ride 10 a.m.

Attendees encourage to bring own bikes; a limited number of bikes available for attendees 18+. For info:

(215) 684-3738.

Sep. 9- State Rep. Jason Dawkins hosts Women’s Health Fair at N.E. Frankford Boys & Girls Cl., 1709 Kinsey St., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Cancer care, health insurance, opioid addiction, medical equipment, behavioral health, sexual violence, counseling. For info: (215) 744-7901.

Sep. 9- Philly Set Go & Phila. 3.0 host Voter Registration & Civics Event at Mifflin Sq. Pk., 6th & Ritner Sts., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Nonpartisan. Candidate speeches begin 12 m.

Young Democrats, Young Republicans, Lindy Li. Learn the ward system and how to run for committee person.

Sep. 9- 61st Ward Democratic Committee hosts Barbecue Fundraiser at 6816 N. 10th St., 1-5 p.m.

Candidates $35; elected officials, ward leaders & committee people complimentary.

Donations welcome. Payable to “61st Ward PAC.” For info: Pete Lyde (267) 701-4503 or

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graduate students in their unionization efforts at Temple and Penn, and it seems like there is no shortage of reasons to be optimistic about the future of education in the city.

As our first reading comprehension teachers taught us, you can’t judge a book by its cover. The teachers may have a contract, but, much like the fiscal crisis precipitated by the commonwealth’s unfunded budget, there is no plan in place to pay for it beyond this year – the district is projecting four years of deficits after this year’s surplus, culminating in a $905 billion shortfall in 2022.

Hard lessons learned have resulted in the gains evident today for educators. Now it’s time to make sure that their future – and our children’s – continue their progress.

L-R, TIM P. CAREY, Lyn Hedrick and Suzan Hegnar take a ride in Philadelphia’s parking-protected bicycle lane on Chestnut Street in West Philadelphia. Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell wants 90 days to decide if it should be temporary, but Deputy Managing Director Mike Carroll says it’s permanent. Photo by Wendell Douglas

Paula McKinney-Rainey (267) 608-5819.

Sep. 12- State Rep. Ed Neilson provides free Produce Vouchers for low-income seniors at District Office, 16 Old Ashton Rd., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Must be 60+ by Dec. 31, with less than $22,211 income for singles or $30,044 for couples. Bring ID. For info: (215) 330-3714.

Sep. 12- S. Phila. Business Ass’n holds General Membership Mtg. at Popi’s Restaurant, 3120 S. 20th St., 6:30 p.m. Dinner $0, cash bar.

Sep. 14- State Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosts Human Services Job Fair at Treasures, 5540 Germantown Ave., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info: (215) 849-6592.

Sep. 14- State Rep. Emilio Vázquez hosts “Meet, Greet, Obtain Constituent Services” at Susquehanna Village, 1421 W. Susquehanna Ave, 3-4 p.m.

Sep. 14- PennFuture hosts Sep. 14- 27th Ward Democratic Committee hosts Candidates Night at

Rosenberger Ha.,600 S. 43 rd St., 7:30 p.m. Larry Krasner, Rebecca Rhynhart, Ellen Ceisler, Maria McLaughlin. Gerrymandering and “Turning Pa. Blue.”

Sep. 16- S t a t e Sen. Anthony Williams hosts N2N Street Festival at 50th St. & Baltimore Ave., 12-8 p.m. “Tribute to Prince” with DJ Questlove, Sheila E., Morris Day & the Time, & PnB Rock. Emcees Patty Jackson, TuRae & Skeet. Food. Free. For info: (215) 492-2980.

Sep. 20- Crisis Intervention Network Reunion Committee hosts Bus Trip to Stamford, Conn. For Live TCV Tapings of Steve Wilkos Show, lv. Haddington Mall, 56th & Vine Sts., 7 a.m. Tickets $15. Payable to “The Mary Mason Care Project,” 744 South St., Phila., PA 19147. For info: Mike Reed (215) 796-5499.

Sep. 21- Bruce Crawley hosts African Bicycle Foundation Fundraiser at Independence Blue

Cross, 1901 Market St., 4th fl., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Renée Chenault Fattah is emcee. Sponsorship levels $50,000-$350. For info: (888) 508-2836.

Sep. 21- Phila. Democratic Progressive Committee hosts “Back to Business: Get Involved Happy Hour” at Ladder 15, 1526 Sansom St., 6-8 p.m. Free admission & drink specials.

Sep. 21- State Rep. Emilio Vázquez is hosted Reception at Suite 215 Social Cl., 3401 N. 10th St., 6-8 p.m. Contribution levels $200, $500, $1,000.

Payable to “Friends of Emilio Vázquez, 200 S. Broad St., Suite 410, Phila., PA 19102 Sep. 23- Chapel of 4 Chaplains hosts Appreciation Event at 1201 Constitution Ave., Navy Yard Bldg. 649, 11 a.m. Legion of Honor awards, unveiling of World War II Submarine Vets Memorial, Lost at Sea memorial. Free-will offering. For info: (215) 2181943.

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and threats still looming over both Philadelphia schools and higher education in the state, it’s not much of a stretch to imagine that education professionals feel the same bifurcated emotions right now.

If School District of Philadelphia teachers seem to have an extra bounce in their step this academic year, there’s good reason. After an unconscionable four years without a contract and five – yes, five years – without a raise of any kind, the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers was able to secure a new contract for its members that included retroactive raises.

Likewise, the union for district administrators, like principals, also secured a new contract for its members with raises. Couple that with the unprecedented gains made by adjunct professors and

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COLUMBUS BOULEVARD WAS A SEA These banners say it all! Union brothers and sisters showed their colors. Photos by Wendell Douglas

LABORERS 57 chief Estebán Vera, L, hung out with old pal Jim Harrity.

COMMUNICATIONS Workers of America Local 13000 represents Comcast employees.

ONE LABORERS 332 member carried his child with him on parade.

L-R WERE State Sen. Sharif Street, Congressman Dwight Evans, Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell, Councilman Derek Green, Mayor Jim Kenney and State Rep. Joanna McClinton.

COUNCILMAN Derek Green, L, shared a moment with Mayor Jim Kenney.

L-R WERE Mikal Keller, Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell, State Rep. Donna Bullock, Mariel J.K. Martin and State Rep. Joanna McClinton.

L-R WERE State Rep Morgan Cephas, PFT President Jerry Jordan, Shanese Johnson and Bernard Lopez.

DEMOCRATIC DA candidate Larry Krasner, L, and mayor Jim Kenney posed for a selfie with an admirer.

PHILLY’S vibrant film and video production workers proudly joined the march.

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EDDIE EVERETT, L, caught up with Transit Workers Union Local 234 President Willie Brown.

GIL SIMMONS led the Obie O’Brien Liberty Bell Lodge 1776 of airport workers.

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A SUMMER-ENDING picnic was sponsored by Congressman Dwight Evans, 5th from R, in Germantown.

Photos by Wendell Douglas

COUNCILWOMAN Cindy Bass was flanked at the picnic by Superior Court Democratic candidates Judge Carolyn Nichols of Philadelphia, L, and Judge Debbie Kunselman.

CITY COMMISSION Chair Anthony Clark was joined at the affair by Jamea Wilson.

City of Philadelphia PHILADELPHIA GAS COMMISSION PUBLIC NOTICE

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2017 AT ‘10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2017 AT ‘I0:00 A.M. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2017 AT 10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017 AT 10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2018 AT ·10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 20’18 AT 10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2018 AT 10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2018 AT 10:00 A.M; TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2018 AT “10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2018 AT 10:00 A.M. TUESDAY, JUNE 12, 2018 AT 10:00 A.IVL

THESE nilEETINGS WILL BE HELD IN THE COMMISSION’S HEARING ROOM ON THE 18TH FLOOR, 1515 ARCH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA. COPIES OF THE AGENDA TO BE CONSIDERED AT EACH MEETING WILL BE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST, PRIOR TO EACH MEETING, A”; THE GAS COMMISSION OFFICE, 1515 ARCH STREET, 9TH FLOOR, PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA THESE MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. DEREK S. GREEN, CMAIRMt\N

MARK your CALENDAR (Cont. From Page7) Sep. 23- State rep candidate Bernard Williams hosts Birthday Brunch & Campaign Kickoff at Reign Events, 5600 Germantown Ave., 1-5 p.m. Bottomless mimosa! Tickets $35. For info: (267) 2820-1460.

Sep. 25- Phila. Black Republican Council hosts Fundraiser for DA candidate Beth Grossman at Commodore Barry Cl., 6815 Emlen St., 5:308 p.m. Donations $50$150. For info: (215) 694-9278.

Sep. 27- Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Phila. hosts Award Banquet at Sheraton Univ. City Hotel, 3549 Chestnut St., 5-9 p.m. Banquet catered by Michael Chow’s Sang Kee Restaurant.

Tickets $75/person, $135/couple, $650/table. For info: (215) 6422333.

Sep. 28- Councilman Derek Green hosts Cocktail Reception at Time, 1315 Sansom St., 5-7 p.m. Tickets $250, Supporters $500, friends $750, Hosts $1,000. Payable to “The Green Fund,” P.O. Box 4984, Philadelphia, PA 19119. RSVP: Kelly Bauer kbauer1122@gmail. com.

Sep. 28- Green Party of Phila. holds Membership Mtg. at Shissler Rec Ctr., 1800 Blair St., 7 p.m. Free a& open to the public. For info: (215) 843-4256.

Sep. 28- City Commissioner Al Schmidt hosts Fundraiser at Hop Angel Brauhaus, 7980 Oxford Ave., 6-8 p.m. Contributions $40. Payable to “Friends of Al Schmidt,” P.O. Box 18538, Phila., PA 19129.

Sep. 30- State Sen. John

Sabatina, Jr. hosts Picnic at Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Rd., 12-4 p.m. Tickets $20, Candidates $100, Sponsors $1,000.

RSVP: (215) 821-7606 or re.elect.johnsabatina@gmail.com.

Oct. 1- C o u n c i l m a n Mark Squilla hosts “Eagles vs. Chargers” at Toll Man Joe’s, 26 E. Oregon Ave., 4-7 p.m. Hail Mary Pass $2,500, Touchdown $1,000, Field Goal $500, General Admission $100. Payable to “Squilla for Council,” P.O. Box 37332, Phila., PA 19148 or online MarkSquilla.org.

For info: Brittany@lperrygroup.com or (215) 893-4281.

Oct. 3- Pa. Conference for Women features Michelle Obama as Keynote Speaker at Pa. Convention Ctr., Broad & Arch Sts. Oct. 6- State Sen. John Sabatina hosts Senior Expo at Nat’l Guard Armory, 2700 Southampton Rd., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Refreshments. For info: (215) 695-1020.

Oct. 6- Sheet Metal Workers Golf Tournament at Northampton Valley C.C., 299 Newtown-Richboro Rd., Richboro, Pa., registration 12 m., shotgun start 1 p.m. Lunch, dinner, prizes. Golfers $100, Hole Sponsors $250. Checks payable to “Local 19 Scholarship Fund.” For info: (215) 952-1999.

Oct. 6- Councilman David Oh hosts Green Beret Foundation Fundraiser at Saigon Maxim Restaurant, 612 Washington Ave., 6-10 p.m. Guests include Gov. Ed Rendell & House Speaker Mike Turzai. Buffet dinner with live entertainment, auctions & raffles. Platinum $10,000, Gold $5,000, Silver $2,500, Bronze $1,000. Tickets

$65, table of 10 $500.

Payable to “Green Beret Foundation,” David Oh, City Ha. Rm. 319, Phila., PA 19107.For info: Donald Tippett (215) 6863452.

Oct. 6- St. Casimir Ch. hosts Designer Bag Bingo at EOM, 144 Moore St., 7 p.m. 10 rounds; wine, cheese & desserts.

Tickets $30 in advance, $35 at door. For info: Marge Petronis (215) 462-0464.

Oct. 7- United Republican Cl. hosts Shrimp Night at 3156 Frankford Ave., 7-11 p.m. Shrimp, hoagies, meatballs & more. Tickets $30.

Oct. 8- Americans for Democratic Action S.E. Pa. hosts Awards Celebration at USciences, 45th St. & Woodland Ave., 6-8 p.m. Honoring civic leaders, community advocates and change agents. Gold Partners $1,000, Silver Partners $500, Bronze Partners $250.

Payable to “Americans for Democratic Action SEPA,” 1735 Market St., Su. A495, Phila., PA 19103 or www.adasepa. org/partner. For info: (215) 923-6865.

Oct. 19- State Rep. Emilio Vázquez hosts “Meet, Greet, Obtain Constituent Services” at Susquehanna Village, 1421 W. Susquehanna Ave, 3-4 p.m.

Oct. 26- SEAMAAC hosts 33rd Anniversary Gala at Univ. of Arts, Solmssen Ct., 6-9 p.m.

Oct. 28- State Rep. Isabella Fitzgerald hosts N. Housing Conference & Job Fair at W. Oak La. Charter Sch., 7115 Stenton Ave., 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Continental breakfast & lunch. For info: (215) 549-0220.

Nov. 2- 182nd Dist.

Progressive Caucus hosts Social at Ladder 15, 1528 Sansom St., 6-8 p.m.

EVERYDAY PEOPLE

BY DENISE CLAY ’M WRITING this column on Labor Day, the unofficial last day of summer.

It’s a nice day out. Warm and sunny. A gentle breeze is blowing and it feels more springlike, actually.

Folks in labor unions took to the streets in parades that morning and many hit the beach, amusement parks, barbecues and the fireworks at Penn’s Landing to celebrate.

That’s nice. You should have some fun.

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We’re also going to be talking free speech, because if some of the protests over the summer, particularly those related to the death of David Jones, are any indication, there are going to be bullhorns blasting.

There will also be judicial races that we need to keep an eye on, including the race for Pennsylvania’s Supreme, Superior and Commonwealth Courts.

Those races are important because the judges have the final say.

Starting next week, I’ll be on the streets covering as much of these races as possible. I’ll also be making my first visit to the Congressional Black Caucus gathering in Washington, D.C. to find out what’s being done nationally in the area of criminal-justice reform.

So I hope that everyone enjoyed their Labor Day; because the real labor is about to begin.

BY JOE SHAY STIVALA HE POLITICAL “telegraph” notes that TRAFFIC COURT revenues are down since elimination of judges there(?). We need to see the BOOKS on income there.

Another blurb is that the Chadwick investigative group that wrote a damaging report on the judges is STILL WORKING for Traffic Court?? WHAT?!! And the OVERSEER is still in Traffic Court – despite a competent Municipal Court. President Judge WOODS-SKIPPER,

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HE POLITICAL players and labor leaders of the Philadelphia area gathered once again for the Labor Day parade. The weather was perfect with sunny skies and pleasant temperatures.

Recent labor parades have been rainy or hot and humid.

Among the icons present were longtime labor leader HENRY NICHOLAS of the health-care workers. Philadelphia AFL-CIO PRESIDENT PAT EIDING was master of ceremonies and

consult The Economist? Just 11 POP IN to St. James Street, London. And say hello to The Economist Intelligence Unit. They are not Democrats.

LABOR DAY RUN-UP saw a great team from the Local 19 Employees Beneficial Association raising funds for injured sheet-metal workers. Thanks to Bill YEAGER, President; Nick LANKELIS, Vice President, and Jim KEENAN, Treasurer, for caring.

BRICKLAYERS Local 1 had a super turnout for FIGHT NIGHT. It was great to see upbeat LOCAL 401 IRONWORKERS back in the saddle. Their members are ready to perform top work again (as was done on the Walt Whitman Bridge). Sadly, past leader Joe DOUGHERTY was too harshly sentenced. His “crime” was TRUSTING TOO MUCH! A “FREE JOE DOC” sticker is on my BUMPER! Local 542 (Cont. Page 12)

was supported by State AFL-CIO PRESIDENT RICK BLOOMINGDALE. JERRY JORDAN was there to lead the teachers’-union delegation.

The great GARY MASINO, leader of the Sheet Metal Workers Union, hosted the parade kickoff in the parking lot of the beautiful Local 19 Hall.

MAYOR JIM KENNEY addressed the crowd andshowed strong support for labor. Kenney’s father was a longtime member of the Firefighters’ Union.

Also on hand was LT. GOV. MIKE STACK, who proclaimed the vibrancy and importance of labor. Fair wages and fair working conditions are a way of life in Philadelphia thanks to organized labor, Stack said.

Also on hand were several elected officials, including STATE SEN. SHARIF STREET, along with STATE REPS. JOANNA

MCCLINTON, JORDAN HARRIS, DONNA BULLOCK, STEVE McCARTER and MIKE DRISCOLL. Former Ward Leader and congressional candidate DAN MUROFF worked the crowd. He hopes to prevail over STATE SEN. DAYLIN LEACH in the primary to take on Delaware County CONGRESSMAN PAT MEEHAN. Although labor unions are savvy enough to engage in bipartisan lobbying and know how to reward labor-friendly Republicans, most of the time they are a net asset to the Democratic Party.

Some saw signs of disaffection among labor ranks with DONALD TRUMP’S candidacy. But it is unlikely this will translate into many off-year Republican gains among labor voters.

Harrisburg Republicans as a group are making no effort to win friends among union voters this year.

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Because, and the fact that I’m putting it this way should indicate that I’ve been binge-watching “Game of Thrones,” Political Winter is coming.

Now, what do I mean by that? I mean that Labor Day is the unofficial start of political campaigning for the November elections.

Since this is a criminal-justice election, we’re going to see lots of discussion on criminal-justice reform and what that looks like as Larry Krasner and Beth Grossman criss-cross the city campaigning for district attorney.

That obviously means different things to different people. To the Fraternal Order of Police, which has endorsed Grossman, reform means keeping the names of police officers that shoot suspects private. To Black Lives Matter Pennsylvania, whom Krasner has supported in court, it means the opposite.

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end the LONG NIGHT! GEORGE PARRY wrote a piece in the daily press wondering if Special Counsel Robert MUELLER will examine the computer server at the Democratic National Committee. Parry was a federal and state prosecutor many years ago who should have included his party registration for us to weigh motive, if any.

One technical paragraph on byte speeds seemed from a textbook? But maybe the article was not for us – but 23 huge paragraphs for Mueller to read(?). The writing seems to cast doubt that RUSSIA HACKED the Democratic National Committee(?). Some months ago, THE ECONOMIST wrote that experts had determined TWO RUSSIAN GOVERNMENT agencies had hacked the DNC. Each did it unbeknownst to the other. The hack made some mistakes, leaving “signatures” of the source. Maybe Mueller and Parry ought to

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ate Friday, the White House announced PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP’S nominees for 42 positions with in his administration, including CONGRESSMAN TOM MARINO (R-Lycoming) to be the director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. Marino, in this new position (if approved by the U.S. Senate), would oversee federal anti-drug efforts.

Marino’s name had been rumored for this job in the spring. At the time, he took his name out of consider-

FRED KELLER (R-Union), Bradford County COMMISSIONER DOUG McLINKO, Lycoming COUNTY COMMISSIONER TONY MUSSARE, STATE SEN. MARIO SCAVELLO (R-Monroe) and STATE REP. JEFF WHEELAND (R-Lycoming), as well as Marino’s DISTRICT DIRECTOR DAVE WEBER. Weber has worked for Marino since he was first elected to Congress and is expected to have the Congressman’s support.

McLinko is a four-term county commissioner and is serving his second term a commission chairman.

Keller, was just re-elected to his fourth term in the State House in 2016, representing Union and Snyder Counties. Mussare is a twoterm county commissioner.

It is more than likely there will be a special election for the seat.

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ation, citing an ill relative.

Marino’s experience as a former U.S. attorney makes him well-qualified for this position. Marino has been a Congressman for Pennsylvania’s 10th District for four terms. The 10th covers a very large geographic area. It includes parts of four media markets and spans 15 counties (in part or full): Bradford, Juniata, Lackawanna, Lycoming, Mifflin, Monroe, Northumberland, Perry, Pike, Snyder, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, Union and Wayne.

Marino was the first federal politician from Pennsylvania to endorse Trump in the 2016 primary, thus making it less than surprising that the administration wants Marino. When rumors first arose about Marino going to the administration, a number of Republican politicians expressed interest in replacing him in Washington. Potential candidates include STATE REP.

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(Cont. From Page 11) Operating Engineers ended summer with a week-

end party in Keenan’s. Tom DANESE, Recording Secretary, was on hand, as well as Dan and Mike SULLIVAN. Local 8 IATSE did a superb job erecting the stages

for the MADE IN AMERICA concert. Forman Peter TZORTATOS led the professional crew. I saw young Mike BARNES and Jim JENKINS in the team. They

had great help from Local 98 IBEW and Local 107 TEAMSTERS. BRAVO: The City of Philadelphia has sued Attorney General Jeff SESSIONS

NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND FORECLOSURE SALE - Parcel#: 031051400/18S13-115 - WHEREAS, on May 31, 1996, a certain mortgage was executed by CLEO V. JOHNSON, as mortgagor in favor of AAKO Inc. d/b/a Boulevard Mortgage Company of PA as mortgagee and was recorded in Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Philadelphia County in Mortgage Book JTD 195 page 320 (“Mortgage”); and WHEREAS, the Mortgage encumbers property located at 6134 Sansom Street Philadelphia, PA 19139, parcel number 031051400/18S13-115 (“Property”); and WHEREAS, the Property was owned by Samuel J. Johnson and Cleo Virginia Johnson, his wife by virtue of deed dated August 24, 1960 and recorded August 26, 1960 in Book CAB 1438 Page 422; and WHEREAS, Cleo Virginia Johnson a/k/a Cleo V. Johnson died on December 9, 2015 and Letters Testamentary were granted to Shirley B. Hamilton on June 20, 2016 by the Register of Wills of Philadelphia County; and WHEREAS, the Mortgage is now owned by the Secretary of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (“Secretary”), pursuant to an assignment recorded on May 4, 2009 in Philadelphia document Number 52058761, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania; and WHEREAS, a default has been made in the covenants and conditions of the Mortgage (paragraph 9 (a)(i)), as Cleo V. Johnson died on December 9, 2015 and that upon the death the entire principal balance becomes due and owing, and that no payment was made, and remains wholly unpaid as of the date of this Notice; and WHEREAS, the entire amount delinquent as of November 30, 2016 is $63,551.75 plus interest, costs and other charges through the sale date; and WHEREAS, by virtue of this default, the Secretary has declared the entire amount of the indebtedness secured by the Mortgage to be immediately due and payable; NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to powers vested in me by the Single Family Mortgage Foreclosure Act of 1994, l2 U.S.C. 3751 et seq., by 24 CFR Part 29, and by the Secretary’s designation of me as Foreclosure Commissioner, recorded on September 29, 2011 in Misc. Instrument #: 52395684, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, notice is hereby given that on September 14, 2017 at 10:00 am at the Southeast Entrance of Philadelphia City Hall located at Broad Street and Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. ALL THAT CERTAIN lot or piece of ground with the messuage or tenement there on erected, Situate on the South side of Sansom Street at the distance of two hundred sixty-eight feet four feet four and one -half inches Westward from the Westside of 61st Street in the 3rd (formerly part of the 46th) Ward of the City of Philadelphia. CONTAINING in front or breadth on the said Sansom Street fifteen feet five inches and extending of that width in length or depth South ward between parallel lines at right angles to said Sansom Street one hundred two feet to a certain three feet wide alley extending Westward into 62nd Street and communicating at the Eastern end there of with a certain other three feet wide alley which extends North ward into Sansom Street. TOGETHER with the free and common ause, right, liberty and privilege of said alleys as and for passageways and watercourses at all times hereafter, forever. BEING 6134 Sansom Street. BEING Parcel Number 031051400/18S13-115. The sale will be held on September 14, 2017 at 10:00 am at the Southeast Entrance of Philadelphia City Hall located at Broad Street and Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development will bid $63,551.75 plus interest, costs and other charges through the sale date.

Ten percent (10%) of the highest bid is the deposit required at the sale. The amount that must be paid to HUD by the mortgagors or someone acting on their behalf so that the sale may be stayed is the total delinquent amount of $63,551.75 as of November 30, 2016, plus all other amounts that would be due under the mortgage agreement if payments under the mortgage had not been accelerated, advertising costs and postage expenses incurred in giving notice, mileage by the most reasonable road distance for posting notices and for the Foreclosure Commissioner’s attendance at the sale, reasonable and customary costs incurred for title and lien record searches, the necessary out-of-pocket costs incurred by the Foreclosure Commissioner for recording documents, a commission for the Foreclosure Commissioner, and all other costs incurred in connection with the foreclosure prior to reinstatement. There will be no proration of taxes, rents or other income or liabilities, except that the purchaser will pay, at or before closing, his prorata share of any real estate taxes that have been paid by the Secretary to the date of the foreclosure sale. When making their bid, all bidders, except the Secretary, must submit a deposit totaling ten percent 10% of the Secretary’s bid as set forth above in the form of a certified check or cashier’s check made out to the Secretary of HUD. Each oral bid need not be accompanied by a deposit. If the successful bid is oral, a deposit of ten (10%) percent must be presented before the bidding is closed. The deposit is nonrefundable. The remainder of the purchase price must be delivered within thirty (30) days of the sale or at such other time as the Secretary may determine for good cause shown, time being of the essence. This amount, like the bid deposits, must be delivered in the form of a certified or cashier’s check. If the Secretary is the high bidder, he need not pay the bid amount in cash. The successful bidder will pay all conveyance fees, all real estate and other taxes that are due on or after the delivery of the remainder of the payment and all other costs associated with the transfer of title. At the conclusion of the sale, the deposits of the unsuccessful bidders will be returned to them. The Secretary may grant an extension of time within which to deliver the remainder of the payment. All extensions will be for fifteen (15) days, and a fee will be charged in the amount of $150.00 for each fifteen (15) day extension requested. The extension fee shall be paid in the form of a certified or cashier’s check made payable to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. If the high bidder closes the sale prior to the expiration of any extension period, the unused portion of the extension fee shall be applied toward the amount due. If the high bidder is unable to close the sale within the required period, or within any extensions of time granted by the Secretary, the high bidder’s deposit will be forfeited, and the Commissioner may, at the direction of the HUD Field Office Representative, offer the Property to the second highest bidder for an amount equal to the highest price offered by that bidder. There is no right of redemption, or right of possession based upon a right of redemption, in the mortgagor or others subsequent to a foreclosure completed pursuant to the Act. Therefore, the Foreclosure Commissioner will issue a Deed to the purchaser(s) upon receipt of the entire purchase price in accordance with the terms of the sale as provided herein.

over his attempt to withhold grants (that help non-illegals) from SANCTUARY CITIES. Philly joins other cities in the suit.

U.S. Sen. TOOMEY held a town-hall meeting. Is that what it was?

DEM candidate Larry KRASNER had lunch with Ron CASTILLE – an event which calls the low attacks on Krasner allowing criminals to roam our streets BULL. Should a protest have been held outside the home of a police officer involved

in a fatal shooting? NOPE. Ever hear the old song “Up in the garret away from the din, someone is playing that old violin?” So it seemed with the same OLD editorial whine that STATE STORE booze costs too much; at least, that was what I thought was the thrust of the piece. But there it was in the last paragraph: PRIVATIZE STATE STORES. The old refrain seems to play. State Stores, lower the price for Martini mix or Gimlet; maybe that will stop the repetition (?).

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in my opinion, came from LYNN YAEGER, writing for Vogue. Yaeger wrote, “What kind of message does a fly-in visit from a First Lady in sky-high stilettos send to those suffering the enormous hardship…? Why can’t this administration get anything, even a pair of shoes, right?”

Yaeger forgot to mention that Melania Trump got off the plane in a different outfit, including more-appropriate shoes. But this is not where her disingenuousness ended. She also noted that Mrs. Trump was “in footwear that is a challenge to walk in on dry land.” I am sure this First Lady is not “challenged” by walking very high heels on “dry land.” She was a professional model.

The Yaeger hypocrisy can be seen in an article she penned in 2007 where she wrote, “The country may be ready for a woman in high office, but can we shed its lurid fascination with the details of her wardrobe…?” Further along in the article, she criticized the media for hammering then-French Socialist presidential candidate Ségolène Royal for touring the slums of Chile in spike heels. Perhaps Ms. Yaeger can explain to me why it is okay for Royal to wear heals but not Mrs. Trump?

(Cont. From Page 11) politically well-connected candidates as each party choses its candidate by a conference of the county parties within the district.

While I do not expect the Republican Party of Pennsylvania’s state committee to use its right to overturn the district party officials’ choice, I do expect to see a lot of campaigning at the next state committee meeting later this month.

While the Democrats may be looking to pick up a seat, taking this district would be difficult for them. This district went for Trump over HILLARY CLINTON 66%-30%, MITT ROMNEY 60%38% over PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA; JOHN McCAIN 57%-42% over Obama and PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH 64%35% over JOHN KERRY. Although the mainstream media has made a fuss over Trump’s faux pas, a significant part of this district remains Trump country.

Speaking of the media – I am sure you heard the media’s outrage over FIRST LADY MELANIA TRUMP getting on the plane to go to Texas to see the devastation of Hurricane Harvey in high heels.

One of the pettier attacks,

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 22, 2017, Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Pennsylvania Department of State for Center for Contemporary Mussar, a corporation organized under the Pennsylvania Nonprofit Corporation Law of 1988 for the purpose to preserve and promote the Mussar teachings of Rabbi Ira Stone.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 17, 2017 Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Pennsylvania Department of State for Diversity Arts, a corporation organized under the Pennsylvania Nonprofit Corporation Law of 1988, for the purpose of building intercultural unity through the arts.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FILING OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT - This is to inform the public that Hyperion Bank, located at 199 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123, has delivered its Articles of Amendment to the Pennsylvania Department of Banking under the Banking Code of 1965, as amended, on or about September 5, 2017. The purpose of the amendment is to change the par value of common stock from $1.00 per share to $0.50 per share.

since then?

DACA REPEAL STIRS IRE President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would revoke the Deferred Action on Child Arrivals program trig-

gered outcries from most Philadelphia politicians.

Congressman Bob Brady (D-Phila.) captured the mood succinctly in his statement: “The revocation of DACA by our president is just one more indication that all of us who

believe in America’s high- 13 est ideals must push back with all the power we have to pass the Dreamer Act. The Dreamers should not be abandoned and thrown back because of the petty and short-sighted whims of our president.”

City of Philadelphia CITY COUNCIL

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107-3290 NOTICE OF LIVING WAGE AND BENEFITS REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING The Living Wage and Benefits Review Committee, established and constituted pursuant to Phila. Code § 17-1311 and Resolution No. 110807, has CANCELLED the Public Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 12, 2017, at 10:00 AM, and has RESCHEDULED the Public Meeting for Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at 10:00 AM, in City Council Chambers (Room 400, City Hall).

RICHARD LAZER, CHAIRPERSON

Living Wage and Benefits Review Committee

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COMMONWEALTH Of PA BOARD OF PARDONS The following application(s) of the person(s) convicted in Philadelphia County will be heard by the Board of Pardons at its regular session in the Supreme Court Courtroom, Room 437, Main Capitol Building, Harrisburg, PA.

SUMMONS AND NOTICE Fourth Judicial District Court, for the State of Utah In and For Utah County

Thursday, September 14, 2017 – Convening at 9:00 A.M.

STATE OF UTAH TO:

Francis J. Egan Sheila Ramirez

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT a verified petition for termination and determination of birth parents’ rights has been filed in the Fourth Judicial District Court, County of Utah, State of Utah, by Mother Goose Adoptions of Utah, regarding a child who was born to a woman whose initials are B.M., and who resides in Philadelphia: Baby Boy M was born on May 29, 2017.

Retail Theft Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession With Intent to Deliver, Criminal Conspiracy

Thursday, September 14, 2017 – Convening at 1:00 P.M. Quiana M. Simmons Possession With Intent to Deliver, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Forgery Terrence D. Skinner Receiving Stolen Property, Theft By Unlawful Taking, Burglary Friday, September 15, 2017 – Convening at 1:00 P.M. Kathleen Boyer Obstructing Administration of Law or Governmental Function, Simple Assault Brenda K. Robinson Theft By Deception Sylvia T. Suggs Simple Assault, Criminal Mischief, Criminal Conspiracy Charles E. Whittington Carrying Firearms on Public Streets or Public Property in Philadelphia, Carrying a Firearm Without a License

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vember. And turnout, not registration, wins elections.

Krasner’s voters won in the Democratic primary because they were motivated to turn out. Do they retain that motivation today, or have they flitted off to national political distractions

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(Cont. From Page 4) In a jeremiad designed to drum up more anti-Soros sentiment among its readers, right-wing website Breitbart published a leaked document from Soros’ Open Society Foundation in 2016 that demonstrated the organization’s desire to reform police forces across the U.S.

In a neat case of truth in advertising, the document is titled, “Police Reform: How to take advantage of the crisis of the moment and drive long-term institutional change in police-community practice.”

Soros is not a household name among most Philadelphia voters. But if Grossman can make him a household name among public-safety voters, she can pump turnout in No-

In the matter of the adoption of Baby Boy M., a minor child.

Case No. 172300016 Unknown

IF YOU INTEND TO INTERVENE IN OR ANSWER AND CONTEST THE ADOPTION, YOU MUST FILE A MOTION TO INTERVENE OR AN ANSWER TO THE PETITION WITHIN 30 DAYS. IF YOU DO NOT, THE COURT WILL ENTER AN ORDER OF DEFAULT CONCLUDING THAT YOU HAVE WAIVED ANY RIGHT TO FURTHER NOTICE IN CONNECTION WITH THE ADOPTION OF THE CHILD, FORFEITED ALL RIGHTS IN RELATION TO THE CHILD, AND ARE BARRED FROM THEREAFTER BRINGING OR MAINTAINING ANY ACTION TO ASSERT ANY INTEREST IN THE CHILD. Any response to the petition or this notice must be filed with the Fourth Judicial District Court, 775 W. Center Street, Spanish Fork, UT 84660, and a copy mailed to Larry Jenkins, at Kirton McConkie, 36 S. State, Suite 1900, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111. The petition is on file with the Court. For a copy of the petition, contact Mr. Jenkins at (801) 328-3600.

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JAZZ UNDER THE STARS THE LAST week of the holiday season saw the 32nd Ward Democratic Committee host a jazz concert at Smith Playground & Theater.

Partaking in the sights and sounds were, L-R, Otis & State Rep. Donna Bullock, State Sen. Sharif Street and Ward Leader Gary Williams.

Photos by Wendell Douglas

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ENJOYING the show were, L-R, Leslie & Councilman Bill Greenlee with their friend and fellow Ward Leader Gary Williams.

BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED

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Q understanding BANKRUPTCY

UESTION: Should you try to keep your home when you file bankruptcy?

Answer: Filing bankruptcy, of course, is a personal financial strategy that should help you and your family eliminate or restructure debt and move forward with a livable household budget.

Many bankruptcy filers own a home and usually

they want to do everything possible to keep that home.

In Chapter 7, this often means signing a reaffirmation agreement; in Chapter 13, this can mean curing a delinquency (arrearage) in mortgage payments over a five-year plan.

Obviously it makes less sense to keep a home if prices are falling and if neighborhoods consist of renters rather than owners.

If you are a homeowner who is contemplating bankruptcy, I strongly urge you to spend some time learning more about your local real-estate market. Has the “recovery” of housing prices been driven by individuals buying homes for their own use, or has it been driven by investment funds buying homes as investment?” If the latter, don’t be surprised if we see yet another crash in home prices as these funds look to cash out and salvage their investments.

As much as your initial reaction may be to keep your home, doing so may not make sense because of market forces you cannot control. Bankruptcy allows you to walk away with little or no penalty – and sometimes, that is the best course of action.

Next Week’s Question: Can I raise MY debt ceiling?

Should I?

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O! HERE we go again with the following answers to questions from the GED examination.

Things for keeping carpets still on the stairs. (Shoot yourself now, there is little hope.)

Q. What happens to your body as you age? A. When you get old, so do your bowels and you get intercontinental.

Q. What happens to a boy when he reaches puberty? A. He says goodbye to his boyhood and looks forward to his adultery.

(So true.)

Q. Name a major disease associated with cigarettes. A. Premature death.

Q. What is artificial insemination? A. When the farmer does it to the bull instead of the cow.

Q. How can you delay milk

turning sour? A. Keep it in the cow. (Simple, but brilliant.)

Q. How are the main 20 parts of the body categorized? (E.g. the abdomen.) A. The body is consisted into three parts – the brainium, the borax and the abdominal cavity. The brainium contains the brain, the borax contains the heart and lungs and the abdominal cavity contains the five bowels: A, E, I, O and U. Q. What is the fibula? A. A small lie.

Q. What does “varicose” mean?

A. Nearby.

Q. What is the most common form of birth control? A. Most people prevent contraception by

wearing a condominium. (That would work.)

Q. Give the meaning of the term “Caesarean section.” A. The Caesarean section is a district in Rome.

Q. What is a seizure? A. A Roman Emperor. (Julius Seizure, I came, I saw, I had a fit.)

Q. What is a terminal illness?

A. When you are sick – at the airport. (Irrefutable.)

Q. What does the word “benign” mean? A. Benign is what you will be after you be eight.

(Brilliant.)

Q. What is a turbine? A. Something an Arab or Sheik wears on his head.

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the WAFFLE MAN

These are genuine answers (from 16-year-olds), according to the internet. This tidbit was sent to me by Lisa M. Q. Name the four seasons. A. Salt, pepper, mustard and vinegar.

Q. How is dew formed? A. The sun shines down on the leaves and makes them perspire.

Q. What guarantees may a mortgage company insist on? A. If you are buying a house, they will insist that you are well endowed.

Q. In a democratic society, how important are elections? A. Very important. Sex can only happen when a male gets an election.

Q. What are steroids? A.

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