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Felton trial delayed again Alleged gunman to defend himself at Dec. 1 trial By Ken Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

OTTAWA — It’s been just over a year since Richard Felton, with accomplices Jimmy Members and Jeremy Wade, allegedly broke into the home of a 92-year-old Ottawa woman, restraining

her and ransacking the house. It was a little over a week later that Felton was alleged to shoot Wade on the Sandy Ford Bridge outside Leonore, causing Wade to fall into the shallow river below. Felton will spend a little more time in jail as he prepares his own defense. He’s dismissed his lawyer

and will defend himself against charges of home invasion, residential burglary, attempted murder and battery. In doing so, Felton waived his right to a speedy trial. Felton announced the decision on Aug. 12 in a court appearance. In anticipation of the request, prosecutors were ready to hand over evidence for him to search through. Felton’s work is cut out for him, since the

court date was moved 110 days to Dec. 1. During that time, he will have to sift through 975 pages and 67 DVDs of evidence and statements from the robbery and the shooting. A pre-trial hearing is scheduled on Nov. 21. If convicted of all four charges, Felton faces the possibility of 91 years to life in prison. Yet to be determined is whether the Dec. 1 jury will hear all four felony

charges or whether separate juries will hear each case. Felton has asked all charges be brought before the same jury. Prosecutors have said if the cases are separated, the home invasion trial would be first considering the life expectancy of the 92-year-old woman. Felton has also requested copies of the recorded calls Wade made from LaSalle County Jail. Felton said he’s suspicious of

the deal Wade made with prosecutors in exchange for his testimony. Judge Cynthia Raccuglia said she would listen to the recordings herself to determine whether they should be turned over for use as evidence. Members has already been convicted of home invasion in the case. State statutes for the sentence include a fine of up to $25,000 or 6 to 30 years in prison or both.

Sewer plant closer to reality in Tonica By Ken Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

TONICA — Water was the main topic again at the meeting of the Tonica Village Board on Aug. 18. However, the news was good for a change. The village is another step closer to starting work on the new sewer plant. Village engineer Jack Kusek set a special meeting for the opening of bids at 2 p.m. Sept. 10. Village President Kevin Sluder cautioned while the bids will be opened on Sept. 10, an actual decision will probably not be made until the regular board meting on Sept. 15. Flooding issues also received some discussion. Opinion is slightly divided on the results of the visit from representatives of the United States Army Corps of Engineers earlier this month. Sluder told the board representatives Chris Haring and Anthony Heddleston had indicated there was little more the village could do that is either not already done or in the planning stages. “What they said validated my feelings on the matter. We’re in good shape,” Sluder said. “We’re still going to work on the Oak Street bridge which has been in the planning stage for three months, but other than that, we’re great.”

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Tonica Grade School third-grade teacher Lynn Anderson (left) helps A.J. Coons unpack his back pack into his desk during the Back to School Bash on Aug. 14.

TGS hosts back to school event By Dixie Schroeder news@tonicanews.com

TONICA — Tonica Grade School hosted its first Back to School Bash from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 14. Tonica parents and students were invited to come meet teachers and staff as well as have a grilled meal. Tonica Grade School staff had put finishing touches on their individual classrooms and were ready to invite their 2014-15 classes in to unpack their back-

packs in desks and in some cases hall lockers. New staff which includes: Lindsey Bienemann, autism Grades 3-6; Joel Studebaker, music; Karen Jones, middle school science; Lauren Bruck, fifth grade; Amy Mareta, second grade; and Sarah Makeever-Shumway, speech pathology. Mareta also had worked here as an aide for seven years and has been hired now as a permanent teacher. Superintendent John Suarez was excited about the event. “The students and family can come and meet their new teach-

ers and staff tonight as well as unload their back packs ahead of time. It is such a time saver to have this event tonight. We have so many kids that struggle off the bus with heavy backpacks that first day of school, now they don’t have to do this. Families are also invited to go and have grilled hot dogs, chips and a drink. This is a nice community event,” he said. Suarez pointed out the newly painted gym floor with logos which include the words Tonica, Braves and TGS which the community has yet to see. The school

building has been cleaned up and floors polished for the upcoming school year. Third-grade student A.J. Coons was excited to unpack his backpack. Avery Anderson, also in third grade, was happy to see her friends. “I have a great new ruler that is rubber. I broke my hard one last year so it didn’t work. It is nice to be back at school. I like Mrs. Anderson,” he said. “I always like lunch. That is where I get to see my friends,” Anderson said.

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TONICA — Many people who own antique cars store them away. They spend the days up on blocks and only come out for car shows and the occasional summer spin. Russell “Coonie” Alleman and his family would have none of that idea. Alleman owned four Model A’s, selling one within the past two years ago. After he died last month, the other three passed to his wife and children. Alleman drove his Model A’s

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regularly, and like their father, the kids take them out on a fairly regular basis. “I took one out to Darrell’s ‘Field of Dreams’ event the other night,” daughter Janet Hanek said. “’Skeeter’ (Kevin Alleman) drives that one (a convertible) and the truck

gets driven the least lately although it’s been driven the most throughout the years. I learned how to drive on that one. Both of my brothers did too.” Learning how to drive in the Model A’s is a bit of a tradition in the Alleman family.

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TONICA — Tonica Fest takes place this weekend, Aug. 22, 23 and 24, with a slate of fun for the entire family and some last-minute additions will make this one of the busiest festivals in recent years. A carnival has been added to the entertainment for the weekend, promising even more fun for kids of all ages. The midway opens Aug. 22 at 4 p.m. and runs until 10:30 p.m. Also starting at 4 p.m. is the Medallion Hunt. Entrants must purchase a $2 wristband to participate prior to the start of the hunt. The first clue will be given for the search for the $500 prize.

The game show Guru Trivia Blitz Show with two shows at 7 and 9 p.m. rounds out the first day. Illini State Bank will hold a bake sale from 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 23 to benefit the Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk. Hint number two for the Medallion Hunt will be revealed at 9 a.m. The carnival midway opens again from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and the No Problem Pub Food and Beverage Tent will be open starting at 10:30 a.m. The third clue for the Medallion Hunt will be revealed at noon, shortly before the 1 p.m. parade. This year’s theme is “Jammin’ to the Eras.”

The fourth clue for the Medallion Hunt will be released at 3 p.m. The Tonica Volunteer Fire Department will be serving up its annual Pork Chop Dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. while the Tonica Cruise-In Car Show takes the streets from 4 to 8 p.m. The fifth and final clue for the Medallion Hunt will be released at 6 p.m., and live music by 3 Day Weekend from 9 to 11:30 p.m. will close out the day. The carnival will be open one last time on Aug. 24 from noon to 5 p.m. Also starting at noon are the fire department water fights. Registration starts at 11 a.m.

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Board member Bob Foltyneiwicz doesn’t agree with Sluder’s opinion, however. He believes the village has to do more to keep water from entering the sewer system and flooding the sewage plant. “We want the same thing, we’re just coming at it with different perspectives,” Sluder said. “I firmly believe the work we’re doing on pipes and such will be enough. As far as I’m concerned, the topic is closed.” In other action, the board: • Approved work on the culvert on Illini Drive. The current culvert has been crushed and is not letting water through as well as it should. The culvert will be replaced with two 12-inch culverts to alleviate the problem while not disturbing the height of the driveway over the culvert. • Discussed the golf cart ordinance passed at the July meeting. Sluder said he was getting price quotes on the village stickers and will be setting up registration dates sometime shortly. • Discussed the upcoming Tonica Fest.

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Nelson Family Scholarships awarded MCNABB — The annual Nelson Family Scholarships have been awarded to students from Tonica, Mark, Lostant, McNabb, Hennepin, Granville and Magnolia. Alan J. Brizgis, Community Bank President of First State Bank, McNabb, and Richard Ashdown serve as trustees of the Nelson Family Trust Scholarship Fund. The scholarship investments and distributions are made by First State Bank, McNabb. This year’s recipients are attending colleges of their choice as follows: • Donna Bennett, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Bennett of Mark, will be attending classes at Illinois Valley Community College, majoring in elementary education. • Kelsey Casolari, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Casolari of Lostant, is attending

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This year’s annual Nelson Family Scholarships were awarded to residents from the Tonica, Lostant and Putnam County area. These students include Donnie Miller (from left), Emily Whitney and Donna Bennett. Not pictured are other winners Kelsey Casolari, Julia Massino, Hannah Monroe, Monica Monroe and Leah Rolando. classes at Illinois Valley Community College, majoring in nursing. • Julia Massino, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Randy Massino of

Hennepin, is attending classes at University of Wisconsin, majoring in elementary education. • Donnie Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Don Mill-

er of Tonica, plans to attend classes at Illinois State University, majoring in agriculture business management. • Hannah Monroe and Monica Monroe are the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. John Monroe of McNabb. Hannah Monroe will be attending classes at Illinois State University, majoring in agriculture business. Monica Monroe plans on attending classes at Parkland College, majoring in agriculture business. • Leah Rolando, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Rolando of Granville, will be attending classes at Illinois State University, majoring in social work. • Emily Whitney, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bart Whitney of Magnolia, is attending classes at Eastern Illinois University, majoring in elementary education.

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TONICA — The Illini State Bank has announced its Tonica facility is celebrating its 100th year anniversary of providing services to the local communities. The Tonica Bank opened its doors on Feb. 2, 1914, with $25,000 in original stock. Founded by local businessmen, the institution has remained locally owned and operated since its inception. The bank was purchased in 2012 by local resident Don Fike and still remains privately held. “I think there’s a great deal of valuable history here, especially since this bank has lived through some national times of turmoil,” Al Stremlau, CEO of Illini State Bank, said. “It’s had a history of good employees and administrators over the years. It also helps that it’s a hometown bank. People

in their communities will always support hometown banks.” Illini State Bank has three locations in Tonica, Lostant and Oglesby and assets have grown to more than $100 million. The board of directors, the officers and the personnel of the bank continue to keep pace with the progress of the area by providing modern banking services and offering products for lines of consumer and business needs. “I am proud that Mr. Don Fike was able to keep the bank locally owned and operated,” Stremlau said. “I would like to thank our loyal customers for allowing us to meet their needs and our past and present employees for their many years of dedicated service. Our key to stability is that so many of our staff have worked the better part of their entire careers with us and we greatly appreciate that.”

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ILLINI STATE BANK CELEBRATES 100 YEARS SERVING TONICA The Illini State Bank is proud to announce that its Tonica facility is celebrating its 100th year Anniversary of providing services to the local communities. The Tonica Bank opened its doors on Feb. 2, 1914, with $25,000 in original stock. Founded by local businessmen, the institution has remained locally owned and operated since its inception. The bank was purchased in 2012 by local resident Don Fike and still remains privately held. Illini State Bank today has three locations in Tonica, Lostant and Oglesby and assets have grown to over $100 million. The Board of Directors, the Offi cers, and the Personnel of the Bank continue to keep pace with the progress of the area by providing modern banking services and offering products for lines of consumer and business needs. Al Stremlau, CEO of Illini State Bank, stated, “I am proud that Mr. Don Fike was able to keep the Bank locally owned and operated. I would like to thank our loyal customers for allowing us to meet their needs and our past and present employees for their many years of dedicated service. Our key to stability is that so many of our staff has worked the better part of their entire careers with us and we greatly appreciate that.”

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Walking the road not chosen Editor’s note: The following is another column in the ongoing series by former BCR Staff Writer Barb Kromphardt and her battle with breast cancer. Despite my fears, I did wake up after my biopsy. Since I didn’t have general anesthesia, I woke up pretty quickly and easily, and after getting a list of instructions from the nurse, my husband drove me home, where I collapsed into bed COMMENTARY for a couple of hours of sleep. Recovering from the biopsy was easier than waiting for the results, which came several days later. With my surgeon’s telephone call, I became one of about 60,000 women who will be diagnosed this year with ductal carcinoma in situ, a cancer that is contained in the milk ducts in the breast. I still have the notepad I grabbed as soon he called. The surgeon said there were cancer cells present, but they were not invasive. (That must have been important to him to stress to me because I have it written down several times.) DCIS is considered a Stage 0 cancer because it hasn’t spread outside the ducts, unlike invasive breast cancer. DCIS can develop into invasive breast cancer, but when treated promptly, has a 10-year survival rate near 100 percent. The frequency of DCIS is increasing because of the increased use of mammography. The “sparkling” cells that showed up on my first mammogram were far too small to have been felt by touch. DCIS now accounts for about one in five of every case of breast cancer diagnosed. DCIS can be found in one location – single focus – or a few locations close together – multi-focal. Unfortunately, mine was multi-focal, and some of the cancer cells he removed were uncomfortably close to the edge of the tissue he removed. That meant there could still be cancer cells lurking in my body. And that meant another surgical procedure, a lumpectomy this time. “We’re going to take more tissue from the same area, just to be sure,” he told me. The surgeon had told me the bad news – that I had cancer – and he’d told me some good news – that it wasn’t invasive breast cancer. But he hadn’t answered the question I was most afraid of. You see, I have two daughters, and the thought that I might have passed this disease on to them was unbearable. This time it was blessedly good news. The surgeon said that DCIS doesn’t seem to have a hereditary factor, and it was likely that the risk to my daughters had not increased just because their mother had it. I thanked the Good Lord for that one. After I hung up the phone, I sat there processing the news. What I had most feared had come true. There was cancer in my breast. But after all the fears and tears and fervent prayers, at last I knew. There was a path forward to follow, and now I could get started. But first I had to tell my family. My husband was ... and has been, my rock through all of this. After dealing with initial fears that his wife was going to die, he gathered his strength so he could be my strength. His good friends and learning everything he could about DCIS helped him so much. It was harder telling my children. As their mother I wanted to protect them. I didn’t want them to worry too much about me. But I was selfish, too. I needed their love and support to help me get through this. I told my sister, who suffered with me. And I was glad my mom and dad were gone because I don’t know how I could have ever put this burden on them. And then there were my friends. Dear God, was I lucky with my friends. They listened to me, prayed for me and shared their own stories of struggles. They could even get mad for me when I dealt with a medical professional who viewed me as a disease to be treated, not a scared person with a disease. But scared or not, it was time to move ahead. My next appointment with the surgeon was set for a few days later. Barb Kromphardt, currently of Columbus, Ind., was a reporter for the Bureau County Republican and interim managing editor of the Tonica News and the Putnam County Record. She can be reached at bkromps@yahoo.com.

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What was the best project you did this summer?

“I spent a lot of time with my father who has been on the sick side. So I got to spend a lot of time with him. I am a teacher, so I had the whole summer off to do this.” Laura Patyk, Lostant

“I did day trips. We went to Nashville, Ind., my girlfriends and I did. There’s a bunch of artsy crafty stores. It was a great place. We planned the trip and went.” Karen Jones, Cornell

“I enjoyed time with family and friends this summer.” Terry Patyk, Lostant

“I re-did my kitchen. I gutted it and rebuilt it...I assisted in it actually.” Darlene Heff, Grand Ridge

“I planted my tomato plants, and I’ve got to can them now. I also married off a son.” Janey Hoffman, Ottawa

Considerations by Nedda We all have a long list of reasons to be grateful. In fact, it is suggested we occasionally remind ourselves of those reasons. Good mental health and all. We have great growing weather, lovely changes in seasons, great soil for crops and livestock. It has made most of us able to make up a good life. As older folks, we have seen many seasons, changes around the world, and astounding advances in science and medicine. We have all benefited by the good efforts and intentions of others. With all these gifts, we would think that all have an equal chance to make a good life. We really all know

Nedda Simon COMMENTARY better than that, and even some elders are having a tough time. We can pay back for those gifts. Thousands of seniors volunteer, but we can do a lot more. Time given is precious, and we all see organizations asking for people to sign up even for a day, a week. Volunteer hours translate into money for nonprofits. They can show it as match

when applying for grants, etc. Funny thing about helping others. We learn more about how others live, the organization’s needs and goals, meet new people, and how to better work with others. It has been said before, the volunteers get so much more from the experience. Of course, it tells us again how lucky we are to be able to live in this country. We have no excuses not to help. It does not take much. We all can do something. Just find a cause and call them. Nedda Simon of rural Princeton can be reached at neddasimon@ ymail.com.

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999 • Legal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY, OTTAWA, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF ) MARJORIE J. ) HENNING, ) Deceased. ) No. 2014 - P - 141 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of MARJORIE J. HENNING of Tonica, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on July 29, 2014 to Kay L. Berube, as Executor and Representative, of 14151 Cuddy Loop #301, Woodbridge, VA 22193, whose Attorney is Lisa Olivero of Olivero & Olivero Law Offices, 1611 Fifth Street, Peru, IL 61354-2603. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, in the LaSalle County Courthouse, 119 W. Madison Street, Ottawa, IL 61350, or with the Representative, or both, within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice. If a claim notice is mailed or delivered personally to a creditor of the decedent, the creditor’s claim may be filed within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of this notice, or within six (6) months from the date of first publication, whichever is later. Any claim not filed within the time allowed is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the Attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed with the Clerk of the Court. ANDREW F. SKOOG CIRCUIT CLERK – LASALLE COUNTY LASALLE COUNTY COURT HOUSE 119 WEST MADISON STREET OTTAWA, IL 61350 ATTORNEY LISA OLIVERO Olivero & Olivero Law Offices Attorneys for the Estate 1611 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354-2603 Phone (815) 224-2030 Fax (815) 224-2900 Published in the Tonica News Aug. 8, 15 and 22, 2014. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY, OTTAWA, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION ESTATE OF ) ROBERT TURNER, )

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Deceased. ) No. 2014 - P - 142 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of ROBERT TURNER of LaSalle, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on July 29, 2014 to Attorney Lisa Olivero, as Executor and Independent Representative, of 1611 Fifth Street, Peru, IL 61354-2603. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk, Probate Division, in the LaSalle County Courthouse, 119 W. Madison Street, Ottawa, IL 61350, or with the Representative, or both, within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice. If a claim notice is mailed or delivered personally to a creditor of the decedent, the creditor’s claim may be filed within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery

of this notice, or within six (6) months from the date of first publication, whichever is later. Any claim not filed within the time allowed is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the Attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed with the Clerk of the Court. ANDREW F. SKOOG CIRCUIT CLERK – LASALLE COUNTY LASALLE COUNTY COURT HOUSE 119 WEST MADISON STREET OTTAWA, IL 61350 ATTORNEY LISA OLIVERO Olivero & Olivero Law Offices Attorneys for the Estate 1611 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354-2603 Phone (815) 224-2030 Fax (815) 224-2900 Published in the Tonica News Aug. 8, 15 and 22, 2014.

And Unknown Tenants/Occupants, ) Defendants. ) Case No. 2011-CH-339 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above cause on May 18, 2012 a sale officer appointed by the Court will hold a sale on September 12, 2014 commencing at 11:00 a.m., in the lobby of the Law Offices of Olivero & Olivero, 1611 Fifth Street, Peru, Illinois 61354, to sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: That part of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section Three (3), lying South and West of the right-ofway of the LaSalle and Bureau County Railway; also, the North One Hundred Seventy-One (171) feet of that part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of said Section Three (3), lying South and West of the right of way of said LaSalle and Bureau County Railway, all in Township Thirty-three (33) North and in Range One (1), East of the Third Principal Meridian, in the Township of LaSalle; except coal and minerals and the right to mine and remove the same, EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE FOLLOWING: That part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 3, Township 33 North, Range 1 East of the Third Principal Meridian in the City of LaSalle with bearings referenced to the Illinois State Plane Coordinate System East Zone (NAD 83), LaSalle County, Illinois, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 3; thence North 00 degrees 01 minute 33 seconds West, 1,149.37 feet along the West line of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 3; thence North 89 degrees 28 minutes 54 seconds East, 30.00 feet to the intersection of the east existing right of way line of St. Vincent’s Avenue (IL 351), with the north line of the alley lying north of Block 7 in Noonan’s Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book L, Page 2, LaSalle County Recorder’s Office, and the Point Of Beginning; thence North 00 degrees 01 minute 334 seconds West, 473.42 feet along said easterly existing right of way line to southwesterly right of way line of the former LaSalle and Bureau County Railroad; thence South 47 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East, 7.62 feet along said former railroad right of way line; thence South 00 degrees 01 minute 10 seconds East, 468.26 feet to the north line of said alley; thence South 89 degrees 28 minutes 54 seconds West, 5.60 feet along the north line of said alley to the Point of Beginning, containing 2,650 square feet, more or less, except therein mineral interests previously conveyed. Tax Parcel No: 18-03-401-000 Commonly located at 2800 St. Vincents Avenue, LaSalle, Illinois 61301 This real estate is improved land. The Sale Terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property as described above is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, and special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Mr. Alan J. Stremlau, CEO, Illini State Bank, 230 LaSalle Street, Tonica, IL 61370 at (815) 442-8211 during normal business hours.

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Attorney Lisa Olivero OLIVERO & OLIVERO Attorneys for Plaintiff 1611 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354-2603 Ph. 815-224-2030 Published in the Tonica News Aug. 15, 22 and 29, 2014.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY - OTTAWA, ILLINOIS ILLINI STATE BANK, A State Banking ) Corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) William R. Myers, Judith A. Myers ) Unknown Owners, Non-Record Claimants, ) And Unknown Tenants/Occupants, ) Defendants. ) No.2014-CH-196 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION With the requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, NOTICE is hereby given to named Defendants, Unknown Owners, Non-Record Claimants, and Unknown Tenants/Occupants who are Defendants in the above entitled cause, of the Complaint for Foreclosure that has been commenced in this Court against you and other Defendants, requesting foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 12, Except the North 16 feet thereof, in Block 11 in Assessor’s Plat of a portion of Section 25, Township 33 North, Range 1, East of the Third Principal Meridian, excepting underlying coal and minerals and the right to mine and remove the same, in LaSalle County, Illinois. PIN: 18-25-323-012 Commonly located at 172 E. Florence Street, Oglesby, Illinois 61348. The Mortgage was made on November 30, 2005 by William R. Myers and Judith A. Myers, which are the Mortgagors; and current title holders of record, to the Illini State Bank, a State Banking Corporation, of Tonica, Illinois, as Mortgagee, and the Mortgage was recorded on December 7, 2005 in the Office of the LaSalle County Recorder’s Office, Ottawa, Illinois as Document No. R2005-32164. Summons was duly issued by the Court against you as provided by law and the above court action is now pending. Therefore, unless you, the named Defendant, Unknown Owners, Non-Record Claimants, and Unknown Tenants/Occupants, as Defendants, file your answer to the Complaint or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of LaSalle County located at the LASALLE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 119 WEST MADISON STREET, OTTAWA, ILLINOIS 61350 within thirty (30) days from the date of the first publication of this Notice, a default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment may be entered in accordance with the request for relief in the Complaint for Foreclosure. ANDREW F. SKOOG CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LASALLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS Attorney Lisa Olivero Olivero & Olivero Attorneys for Illini State Bank 1611 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354-2603 (815) 224-2030 Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the law firm referenced in this Notice is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Published in the Tonica News Aug. 15, 22 and 29, 2014. LEGAL NOTICE AND ADVERTISEMENT IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY – OTTAWA, ILLINOIS ILLINI STATE BANK, A State Banking ) Corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) Estate of Patricia G. Welbers, Barry ) Welbers, Lori Stanton, SiteSale Ltd., ) Unknown Owners, Non-Record Claimants, )

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 13TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LASALLE COUNTY – OTTAWA, ILLINOIS ILLINI STATE BANK, A State Banking ) Corporation, ) Plaintiff, ) Vs. ) Barry Welbers, Lori Stanton, United States ) of America, Sight Sale, Ltd., Collection ) Professionals, Inc., Unknown Owners, ) Non-Record Claimants, And ) Unknown Tenants/Occupants, ) Defendants. ) Case No. 2011-CH-402 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above cause on May 18, 2012 a sale officer appointed by the Court will hold a sale on September 12, 2014 commencing at 11:00 a.m., in the lobby of the Law Offices of Olivero & Olivero, 1611 Fifth Street, Peru, Illinois 61354, to sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot Twelve (12) in the Subdivision of Civic Industrial Park to the City of LaSalle, Illinois, according to the Plat thereof recorded in the Office of LaSalle County Recorder of Deeds 16 October, 1974, as Doc. #608404 in Plat Book 2, at Pages 9 and 10; Excepting the underlying coal and mining rights as heretofore severed from the fee situated in the County of LaSalle and State of Illinois. Tax Parcel No: 18-03-122-002 Commonly located at East Third Road, LaSalle, Illinois 61301 This real estate is unimproved land. The Sale Terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject properties as described above are subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, and special taxes levied against said real estate, and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to the Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The properties will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the properties. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. With respect to the Internal Revenue Service and pursuant to 28 U. S. C. §2410, the United States of America shall be granted one-hundred and twenty days (120) from the date the sale is confirmed within which to redeem the property from said sale. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Mr. Alan J. Stremlau, CEO, Illini State Bank, 230 LaSalle Street, Tonica, IL 61370 at (815) 442-8211 during normal business hours. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Attorney Lisa Olivero OLIVERO & OLIVERO Attorneys for Plaintiff 1611 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354-2603 Ph. 815-224-2030 Published in the Tonica News Aug. 15, 22 and 29, 2014.

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Community Peru Public Library to host program Sept. 11 PERU – “Wiggles and Giggles,” a program for children ages 1 to 3 begins at 10 a.m. Sept. 11 at the Peru Public Library. The program introduces the fun of music, movement, finger plays and songs to toddlers. Story time, for children ages 3 to 5 begins Sept. 17 and is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the

children’s department. Children will enjoy stories, sing songs and explore and learn experiments and crafts. To accommodate families, these programs are flexible and families are welcome to bring younger or older children. For more information or to register, visit www.perulibrary.org or call 815-223-0229.

Sign language for beginners class planned LASALLE — The Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living will offer sign language classes for beginners in September at the IVCIL, 18 Gunia Drive, LaSalle. Classes will be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 2, 4, 9,

11, 16, 18, 23, 25 and 30. The cost is $25 per person (non-refundable). Class size is a minimum of 10 students with a maximum of 21. Payment and confirmation is required by Aug. 29. Checks should be made payable to IVCIL.

Lostant residents encouraged to sign up for fall garage sales LOSTANT – Lostant residents are encouraged to sign up for the fall garage sale map. A condensed list of the items on the garage sale and a $5 advertising fee needs to be given to Dianna Ioerger, Linda Decker or Jeanne Maggio by Aug. 22. The townwide garage sales will be held Sept. 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine.

Shrine Club will host screening clinic on Aug. 27 PERU — The Northern Illinois Valley Shrine Club of Peru will hold a screening clinic for Shriners Hospitals for Children from 1 to 3 p.m. Aug. 27 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2000 Luther Drive, Peru. Parents and guardians of children who might benefit from the services provided by Shriners

Hospitals for Children are invited to this free screening and evaluation clinic. A doctor will be available to screen patients for conditions treated at Shriners Hospitals for Children in Chicago. Shriners Hospitals for Children provide treatment for children up to age 18 with orthopedic

conditions, spinal cord injuries, cleft lip and palate, and burns. “Children eligible for care will receive all services in a family centered environment, regardless of the patient’s ability to pay,” said Bill Thomas of Peru. “Our Shriners Hospitals provide the best care available anywhere and we really want to

help wherever we can.” Bill Thomas can also contact Mohammed Temple in Bartonville at 309-633-2808 or by email at mohammedshrine@ sbcglobal.net to provide free transportation to and from the hospital, and the hospital can provide free lodging, depending on each case for all patients and parents.

IVCIL to host autism workshop on Aug. 28 LASALLE — Family Matters PTIC and Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living will present a workshop on children with autism spectrum disorder and obtaining and coordinating services and accom-

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which is worth 2.5 CPDUs for educators. A certificate of attendance will be provided. Light refreshments will be provided. To register for the program, call 866-436-7842, ext. 107.

Engle Lane will offer scholarships STREATOR — Applications are now being accepted for the 2014 Community Players of Streator Inc. scholarship program. Scholarships are available for any student enrolled in a two-year or four-year college or university that has been involved in any capacity at

Engle Lane Theatre in the past five years. Community Players of Streator Inc. has been awarding student scholarships since the organization began in 1957. In just the past three years Community Players of Streator Inc. has awarded a total of $9,300 in schol-

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Volunteers needed for upcoming community walks PERU — Volunteers are needed at Baker Lake in Peru on Sept. 7 to help set up and staff this year’s LaSalle County Out of the Darkness Walk for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Tasks include setting up and later taking down tents and canopies, helping with the registration pro-

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