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New center offers broad range of services

By Wendell Hutson The ongoing violence, lack of recreational facilities and need for more social services prompted a West Side organization to develop a plan to build a multi-faceted facility on 70-acres at Independence Boulevard and Fillmore Street.

Construction on the site, which will include athletic fields, basketball courts and social services, is expected to begin next month, according to Tom Vanden Berk, chief executive officer for UCAN, a 143year-old non-profit organization spearheading the project. Completion is slated for October 2014.

“We are excited and have high hopes for this ambitious public-private project and the professional expertise that this team of minority- and women-owned businesses will bring to the table,” added Vanden Berk. “A project of this magnitude requires the input, support and active participation of a number of committed people, organizations, donors and government agencies, including the City of Chicago and the State of Illinois.”

UCAN’s new campus is slated to become home to the social service agency’s new

Chicago Institute for Transforming Youth initiative (CITY), which is UCAN’s latest solution to the violence crisis plaguing so many Black communities. CITY seeks to address this crisis through a unique approach that coordinates programs and ser-

vices across providers, utilizing data integration and common evaluation methodology, according to Vanden Berk. The campus is designed to advance the healing of youth who have suffered trauma, violence and loss.

The project comprises a 54,500 squarefoot therapeutic youth home and a 31,200 square-foot program center, which will double as the organization’s new seven-acre (Continued on page 3)

INSIDE THIS ISSUE A RENDERING OF the proposed West Side facility that will offer a holistic approach to dealing with many of the area’s problems ranging from safe recreational environments to trauma therapy.

Chicago suffering from “wilding” incidents as police seek help Local Festival Honors Melvin Van Peebles (See story on page 12)

By J. Coyden Palmer Last weekend’s highly-publicized incident downtown in which several Black teens were arrested after they began harassing people on Michigan Avenue was part of a coordinated plan that has been occurring frequently in the Chicago area over the last few months. That according to a confidential Chicago Police Department source that tells the Crusader these events are nothing more than a 2013 version of what was known back in the 80’s as “wilding.” The source also warned that further incidents like the ones that occurred last weekend on the Magnificent Mile and at Ford City Shopping Mall in February, could continue unless the public helps the police.

“Wilding” is a slang term that refers to the practice of marauding in bands to terrorize and bully strangers. The behavior generally includes assault, robbery, and vandalism and is part of a mob or pack mentality, according to psychiatrist Dr. Carl Bell. Mental health experts say “wilding” is a way for people who normally would be reluctant to such actions to do so with the perceived protection of the group.

Chicago Police arrested and charged 17 people with reckless conduct in one “wilding” incident on the Magnificent Mile. On the same day, a different group of 11 Black teenage females were arrested for attacking two woman on board a downtown Red Line train. The Crusader has learned that police in suburban Chicago Ridge averted a potential flash mob attack in March

when they got tips that groups of Chicago teens were planning on descending on the mall to wreak havoc. Instead of causing a disruption, they were met by bands of heavily armed police.

“By working with other law enforcement agencies we were able to avert the potential problem,” said Chicago Ridge Police Chief Robert Pyzmarski earlier this week via telephone. “Our goal was to send a message that kind of behavior will not be tolerated.”

Pyzmarski said his officers observed buses of teens coming towards the mall in March but the group turned around when they saw the amount of officers on the scene.

The confidential source said teens today are using social media outlets like Twitter, (Continued on page 2)

NEWS

New retail development finally gets off the ground

By Wendell Hutson Seven years after a longtime liquor store that occupied the corner of 47th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue was demolished, construction officially began this week on a new retail development community groups hope will revive the area.

“I’m glad to see this day is here.

So much was put into getting this project here and much more was put into getting it started,” said Bernita Johnson-Gabriel, executive director of the Quad Communities Development Corp., a nonprofit organization headquartered across the street from the project and spearheaded the project initially. “Bronzeville is special community and should be treated as such. It is a community filled with a lot of history and one destined to be a future tourist attraction.”

Harold Lucas, president and chief executive officer for the Black Metropolis Convention & Tourism Council in Bronzeville, agreed.

“Bronzeville is the most culturally and interesting Black community in the city. It once hailed as a retail mecca for the South Side when the Regal Theater was here and now it is time for the rebirth of Bronzeville,” Lucas told the Crusader. “Development of any kind but particularly those that involve retail and housing is good for the community.”

The development is located in Alderman Will Burns’ Fourth Ward (4th) ward.

“For those of us in Bronzeville, the Shops and Lofts at 47 are of immense importance. With this development comes access to fresh food, opportunities for employment and the first new mixed apartment and retail development on Cottage Grove in decades,” he said. “Equally important, it signals an important success for those who have toiled for decades to recreate Bronzeville as the great commercial and cultural hub of Chicago’s South Side that it was—and can be again.”

A GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY took place Tuesday, April 2 at the corner of 47th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue for a new retail development.

UPON COMPLETION BRONZEVILLE will add a new retail development to its local economy located at the corner of 47th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue. Walmart will anchor the retail portion of the development.

Upon its completion Alderman Pat Dowell, whose Third Ward includes Bronzeville, said the $45.6 million “Shops and Lofts” project, which is part of three-acre development that includes new homes and retail stores, would boast a new fivestory, 72-unit apartment build- ing with 55,000 square feet of retail space; two new six-flats; a new nine-flat; and a rehabilitated threeflat.

“This corner will be model used throughout Bronzeville,” Dowell said. “We want all corridors to be occupied with developments like this one.”

A Wal Mart Neighborhood Market will occupy most of the retail space, which is being developed by Skilken and TROY Enterprises.

The Community Builders Inc. will develop the residential compo-

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nent, comprised of 44 affordable, 28 public housing and 24 marketrate apartments. City officials estimate that the development would create 100 permanent jobs and 144 temporary jobs.

The city will invest nearly $13 million in tax increment financing assistance toward to development.

Additionally, the Chicago Housing Authority will kick in a $7.8 million loan.

Bronzeville is one of seven neighborhoods identified last month by City Hall as part of its “Chicago Neighborhoods Now” plan where it would coordinate public and pri-

vate investments for new development.

“Neighborhoods are the fabric of Chicago. Communities need anchors, and these ‘Shops and Lofts’ will create an important foundation for more jobs, more housing, and more goods and services along 47th Street and beyond,” Mayor Rahm Emanuel said at the groundbreaking ceremony for the project.

“I will continue to work with community and private partners in Bronzeville and throughout the city’s neighborhoods as we are all invested together in these projects that will allow a better quality of life for Chicagoans and their families.”

Pell grants still available Many college and collegebound students who would have been eligible for the state’s Monetary Award Program (MAP), may be eligible to qualify for the $1.1 billion in federal Pell grants.

According to Eric Zarnikow, Illinois Student Assistance executive director, “ students should be aware that even with projected funding for the state’s Monetary Award Program exhausted, those who are MAP-eligible will likely also qualify for a Pell Grant, which can provide up to $5,645 annually when attending an eligible institution full time.”

“While not every student eligible for a grant claims one, last year Illinois students received more than $1.3 billion in Pell Grants. When combined, MAP plus Pell Grant accounted for nearly $1.7 billion in non-loan financial assistance,” Zarnikow added.

For a community college student in Illinois, the maximum

Facebook and Instagram to coordinate their “wilding” plans. The source said that gives officers an advantage on two fronts; it allows police to prevent the crimes before they happen and if something does happen, they can use the information retrieved from social media accounts as evidence in criminal cases.

“These kids are pretty dumb,” according to the source. “They don’t realize that law enforcement has been monitoring social media sites for years and we’re just waiting for them to make a mistake. They’re basically going to indulge in a behavior that can potentially ruin their lives. It’s sad. We need parents to understand this.”

The source also said many of the planned attacks start out in smaller cliques like schools, neighborhoods or gangs and then the word spreads

to include other teens and most of the time they do not know each other. The source said CPS works with all schools and is encouraging teachers and other staff members to refer tips to police immediately.

However the source said law enforcement’s most valuable tool are good students.

“There are good kids in all of these schools and they hear about this stuff way before it happens,” the source said. “We have to create ways for them to reach out to police without their lives being put in danger.

We recommend when they hear something like this that they tell a teacher, parent or other responsible adult and have them contact police.”

The source would not say how many other potential “flash mob” incidents had been averted by police, but said it is something the de-

partment is “constantly monitoring.”

Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy on April 1 praised his department’s handling of the incident on Mag Mile. He said police were on the scene when the incidents began. All of those arrested were charged with misdemeanors.

“The strategy downtown is highprofile visibility and enforcement where appropriate,” said McCarthy, during a press conference on the South Side Monday. “We were on top of it, and we dispersed it immediately. And I also want to be clear that there were no assaults, robberies or property damage that was reported. These were two groups of people who were fighting. The officers were there. They dispersed it immediately. We took appropriate action and made arrests.”

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Pell Grant covers 100 percent of tuition and fees with some money remaining to help pay for books and other expenses.

Another point Zarnikow emphasized was “It’s important that students not end their search for non-loan assistance once MAP awards are suspended. But as with almost all financial assistance, the important first step is for the student to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).”

Grant amount are determined by several factors including, the student’s expected family contribution to pay for college; the cost of attending the institution; the student’s full time or part time enrollment status; and whether the student attends for a full academic year or less.

More information about MAP, the FAFSA and Pell Grants, is available at www.isac.org.

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NEWS The Black Women’s Expo to host Town Hall meeting on violence

The number one national destination event for African American women in the Midwest, The Black Women’s Expo (TBWE) presented by State Farm, will tackle one of the most serious and persistent issues facing Chicago today during the event at McCormick Place on Saturday, April 6. Mary Mitchell, columnist for the Chicago Sun Times, will moderate a panel entitled “Violence in Chicago, the Diagnosis and Prognosis.” Mitchell will lead her panel through a no-holds barred discussion of the issues facing the city that have led to Chicago being a focus of national attention as it relates to violence and gun control.

The Town Hall Meeting will be held from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Saturday and features the Honorable Dorothy Brown, Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court; Brother Enoch “N.O.C.,” Director and Co-Creator of Hip-Hop Detoxx; Tio

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Rev. Dr. Michael Louis Pfleger

Tio Hardiman Hardiman, Director of Cease Fire Illinois and Creator of the Violence Interrupter Initiative; Kareem Pender, Senior Director of Human Capital and Education Programs; Rev. Dr. Michael Louis Pfleger, Senior Pastor, The Faith Community of St. Sabina; Juliana Stratton, JD, Executive Director of the Cook County Judicial Advisory Council; Alpho-

About The Black Women’s Expo

Dorothy Brown

The Black Women’s Expo, presented by State Farm, is a threeday consumer exposition designed to enlighten, educate and entertain. This premier event for African American women and their families draws more than

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Mary Mitchell

30,000 attendees from across the Midwest. Highlights of the event include live entertainment and educational forums on health and wellness, financial literacy, careers, business ownership, relationships and children and family concerns. For more information you may visit TBWE on line at www.theblackwomensexpo.com, follow them on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/blackwomensexpo or connect on Twitter #TBWE.

nza Wysinger, 1st Deputy Superintendent, Chicago Police Department. The panelists will touch on why Chicago is losing its children to violence at an alarming rate and some strategies for change. Expo attendees are invited to take part in this critical discussion of the possible causes and, most importantly, the solutions to saving our children, families and communities. The session is free to all Expo attendees.

Community leaders, elected officials, activists and faith community to come together to tackle Chicago’s most persistent challenge

headquarters. The new headquarters building will include administrative, program and training space in a two-story structure.

And the therapeutic youth home set to be built will include 70 bedrooms for youth ages 6-18, and will also include a gymnasium, institutional kitchen, administrative and support spaces. Additionally, there will be a maintenance garage, playing fields, and landscaping.

Consistent with its history of serving a predominately minority youth clientele and employing a diverse workforce, the social service organization selected a talented team of minority- and women-owned businesses to design and build the agency’s planned $32.9 million campus, said Judith Rice, chairman of UCAN’s board of directors.

“Our proposal to build the CITY campus in North Lawndale at the long-vacant site of the former Sears Roebuck headquarters gives us an opportunity to employ a talented team of minority and women-owned businesses,” she said. “Our agency-wide commitment to diversity and inclusion extends to the CITY campus project. From the beginning, we were committed to maximizing minority- and womenbusiness enterprise participation for construction, throughout the

pre-development phase and continuing through the closeout of the project.”

After what Rice described as a rigorous and transparent bidding process, UCAN chose Ujamaa Construction Inc. and Gilbane Building Company as general contractors.

And leading the team to design the new CITY campus is Johnson & Lee Ltd., a Black-owned architect and planning firm that will be assisted by Moody Nolan, another Black-owned architecture firm.

Frank Clark, chair of the CITY campaign, is charged with raising funds for the project.

“Our campaign has been committed to securing funds for this ambitious and achievable project.

We have been encouraged by the diversity of individuals, businesses, elected officials, non-profits and others who have joined us in our mission to develop systematic programs and services that support the community,” explained Clark. “We still are in need of more supporters and are committed to building relationships.”

Local support for UCAN’s efforts is widespread.

John D. Nichols, chair of the Foundation for Homan Square, is among the supporters.

“As a supporter of UCAN, we look forward to the CITY project and what we expect to be its positive impact on the North Lawndale community in terms of in-

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troducing new opportunities for residents.”

Serving 13,500 youth and families each year with such services as the therapeutic youth home, therapeutic day school, counseling services, transitional living programs, support for pregnant or parenting teens, foster care placement, workforce development, youth leadership development and violence prevention programming, it’s no wonder why support for their latest pro-

ject has grown so much, said Claude Robinson Jr., executive vice president of External Affairs & Diversity.

“UCAN is committed to the noble and needed practices of diversity and inclusion, and we firmly believe that our diversity efforts make us a strong, more vibrant and highly effective organization,” said Robinson Jr. “Our goal is for our actions to match our words, and that will be the case with CITY.”

Earth Day is time for neighborhoods to become clean and green The Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation invites residents and community groups to volunteer to help revitalize their neighborhoods by participating in the 2013 Clean and Green citywide beautification effort on Saturday, April 20.

“The Clean and Green event is a great opportunity for residents to come together to observe Earth Day while pitching in to take care of their neighborhood,” said Charles L. Williams, commissioner, Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation. “By volunteering for just a few hours to assist with tasks like raking leaves, weeding, or removing litter that has accumulated during the winter, residents can help beautify the city and build comSaturday, April 6, 2013

munity pride.”

Community groups who wish to participate are asked to identify a worksite and contact 311 to register. The Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation can provide the brooms, rakes, shovels and bags needed to complete each cleaning project.

Individuals who wish to participate can also call 311 to be referred to Clean and Green activities in their area. Anyone interested in participating in the program is encouraged to register by April 12.

In 2012, approximately 375 community groups participated in the Clean and Green program.

The 2013 Clean and Green program is sponsored by the City of Chicago.

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OPINION

EDITORIAL IS PEACE UNSEXY? All around the world there is evidence of man’s inhumanity to man. Wars abound, and it makes no difference what the color or creed of the perpetrators or victims are. They are fighting in the Congo, and Black people are killing each other and are the victims; North Korea is doing some very nasty and frightening saber-rattling, threatening nuclear war toward the United States and South Korea. Of course, if this type of war does ensue, it would have an impact on the entire world. Historians looking back on this time in history might, indeed, call this the age of world wars.

Admittedly, this is not something new, since history does record constant warfare between varying and sundry people all the way back to the edge of time. Recently, cable television’s History Channel featured a powerful mini-series entitled The Bible. Some of the most popular stories connected with the history of Christianity were highlighted, (not in this order) including the Samson and Delilah saga; Daniel in the Lion’s Den; The birth of Jesus and the Slaughter of the Innocents; the beheading of John the Baptist, the siege of Jerusalem along with the building and ultimate destruction of the temple; King David and his escapade with Bathsheba wherein he had her husband killed because he lusted after her, and the persecution and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, among other extremely violent segments. The history of Christianity, like many other religions, is replete with violence.

Closer to home, children are killing each other in the streets, and ethnic factions all over the globe are at odds with each other. Because of the increases in American violence, President Barack Obama is calling for gun control, but he is being strongly opposed by powerful special interest groups. If gun control does become a reality in the near future, it may end up being a toothless tiger if opponents have their way.

The bottom line is this: human beings do not seem to have the capacity for peace. We seem to be a warmongering breed who finds peace to be unsexy and uninteresting. This can readily be seen in popular culture, wherein some of the most exciting entertainment fare is heavily laden with constant conflict. Movies are notorious in this regard; there is always a struggle between antagonists; on the one side there are the “bad” guys, and on the other the “good” guys.

And who is deemed bad or good mostly depends upon perspective.

For example, once upon a time, cowboy and Indian movies were the rage, and the Indians were the “bad” guys at that time. Today, enlightened people have a different viewpoint with the hindsight of understanding that the Indians were fighting for land that was rightfully theirs. Perhaps, sometime in the future, settlers on the East Bank in Jerusalem might come to the same realization, i.e., that the Palestinians they are oppressing have a right to their land.

In a nutshell, strife seems to be what makes the world go ‘round.

It is ubiquitous, we cannot seem to escape it. But is there a message behind this madness? According to those who claim to know, everything has a purpose, and sometimes that purpose is not readily evident. What can we learn, therefore, from our penchant for violence?

The answer could be that we can learn the powerful value of peaceful coexistence. Wars tend to destroy, but there is also a rebuilding that occurs much in the same way that raging forest fires make way for new growth. The violence that besets us as we painfully emerge from the womb is necessary in order for us to become independent entities making our own way in the world. Yes, peace, at our current stage of evolution, does seem to be unsexy, but the mayhem that a violent world can leave in its wake can ultimately show us the folly of our current violent ways. A luta continua.

Now that the Chicago Teachers Union has held its big demonstration and made it clear how adamantly opposed to the planned school closings they are, the big question is what is next? What is next for the union and what is next for the Chicago Public Schools – not just those being closed but the entire CPS universe?

Personally, if the number of 54 proposed school closings drops, it would be shocking. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, first by taking a ski trip with his family to Utah when the list of schools to be closed were announced; and secondly, by failing to appear at a later news conference concerning the closing has shown he doesn’t really care what CTU or CPS parents think.

I am positive that the numbers the city and CPS have crunched make no accommodations for changes from the 54 schools slated for closure. And I have to wonder if we can trust anything the mayor tells us about this situation. After the demonstration, the Chicago Police Department News Affairs office said there were 500900 demonstrators. Give me a break! No doubt the mayor instructed the police superintendent to release “depressed” numbers regarding the actual total of demonstrators. How else do you

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR And the next step for CPS and CTU are?

Dear Editor:

explain CTU and some media outlets put the total at at least 3,000 people?

If CPS holds fast and does not alter the number of closings, what is CTU supposed to do? Will this protest and the other action the union is promising will be in vain? Should CTU have taken a different strategy?

It seems like the city and the school district have the upper hand here. Even though local and state legislators are siding with the CTU, I doubt if they will have the clout to bring about a reversal.

Some are predicting the union’s anger and the strong participation by parents and other labor groups will make Emanuel a one-term mayor. Be serious! Emanuel amassed so much money in political campaign contributions–approximately $15 million–that even if he didn’t raise a dime for his reelection bid, he would have more than his opponents can collect – about $4 million.

Emanuel and many elected officials operate under the premise of make your mistakes early in your term so by election time that mistake, or mis-step will seem less ominous. It is very smart, especially given that every Black ward in the city voted overwhelmingly for Emanuel. There is no way this CTU dispute will cost him his job in two years.

It looks like CTU needs to meet with Emanuel (if he will meet with them), and CPS and find some mutually acceptable agreement because what is out there now will not work.

Clyde Brown

Charges in Pendelton case are ridiculous Dear Editor As I contemplate this season of persecution and sorrow, resurrection and joy, I’m also considering how our City is facing those two distinct emotions in an entirely different context. The two young men charged with the death of (Continued on page 16)

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BEYOND THE RHETORIC

Street Gangs – Chicago Style

By Harry C. Alford NNPA Columnist As I have been looking at the phenomenon of street gangs in urban areas of our nation, there is none quite as unique as Chicago. The “Windy City” has a myriad of large size gangs. The structure is “tight” and there are so many large gangs that they have two distinct alliances.

The Folk Nation and the People Nation are two rival alliances.

Amongst the Folk Nation are the Black Disciples, Gangster Disciples, Imperial Gangsters, Insane Deuces, La Raza, Latin Disciples, Latin Dragons, Latin Eagles, Orchestra Albany, Party People, Spanish Cobras, Satan Disciples and Two Six. The People Nation includes the Black P-Stones, Conservative Vice Lords, Four Corner Hustlers, Gaylords, Latin Brothers, Latin Counts, Latin Kings, Latin Pachucos, Mafia Insane Vice Lords, Travelling Vice Lords and the Undertaker Vice Lords. The Black Gangsters, Black Souls, Lynchmen Sercaun Gangsters and Molotov Mafia are large gangs with no alliance.

The above gangs are just the larger ones. It is mind boggling how this city is structured in the gangster gang life (criminality). Most have claims to certain neighborhoods. In

Harry C. Alford North Chicago the Insane Deuces run the North Center area while the Black P-Stones are prevalent in the Rogers Park area. In South Chicago we have the Conservative Vice Lords at Grand Crossing while the proper Southside has the Black PStones and Latin Dragons. The Black P-Stones also rule South Shore and Woodlawn. Far South Chicago has the Black P-Stones in just about every neighborhood. Also roaming Far South are Gangster Disciples, Black Disciples, Molotov Mafia, Latin Counts and Lynchmen Secaun Gangsters.

Now let’s go to the Westside where there are Four Corner Hustlers, Mafia Insane Vice Lords, Travelling Vice Lords, Black Souls, Conservative Vice Lords, Latin Kings, Satan Disciples, Black Gangsters, Latin Kings and Two Six. Northwest has the Gaylords, Latin Brothers, Latin Pachucos, Imperial Gangsters and Orchestra Albany. Finally, there is Southwest with La Raza, Black P-Stones, Black Disciples, Latin Kings and Conservative Vice Lords.

One of the oldest gangs in Chicago is the Gaylords, AKA Almighty Gaylords. They are a white group that started in the early 1950’s.

They have five divisions structured by age. During the 1960’s they grew in impressive numbers with “sets” all over Chicago. Their name comes from the Normandy, France people (descendants of Vikings) who were called “Gaillards.”

Perhaps the most notorious gang is the Almighty Black P. Stone Nation, commonly known as Black P. Stone. It was originally called the Blackstone Rangers. The founders, Jeff Fort and Eugene Hairston started the group while they were being detained in a juvenile facility. Youth was their focus until the 1960’s when they evolved into a very violent and feared entity. They re-

named themselves the Black P. Stone Nation and became efficient in drug trafficking.

This gang could be very sly. They convinced the Nixon Administration (1972) to award them a grant from the US Department of Commerce for $927,000. President Nixon touted it as his implementation of capitalism into our blighted urban areas. When it was found out that the gang bought weapons and ammunition with much of the money, Jeff Fort went off to prison.

Eugene Hairston was already sent up on drug charges. Fort ran the operations of the gang from prison.

He got out in the early 1980’s. His ambition remained. He was later arrested after meeting with representatives of Libyan dictator Muammar al-Gaddafi to discuss plans for domestic terrorism. He was then sentenced to 80 years.

Shortly after that he caught another rap for ordering a hit on a rival gang member which added 75 more years to his incarceration. He still has influence over this gang.

One of the largest Black street gangs in Chicago is the Gangster Disciples. It started as a merger in the 1960’s between David Barksdale of the Black Disciples and Larry Hoover of the Supreme Gangsters. Their colors are black and

blue. It is common for members to wear athletic gear representing the Georgetown Hoyas or Duke Blue Devils. They have 30,000 members in Chicago proper and another 20,000 elsewhere in the nation.

The second largest gang in Chicago is the Almighty Vice Lord Nation, AKA Conservative Vice Lords. They have over 35,000 members and are one of the founding members of the People Nation Alliance. Their growth came from consolidating small gangs around the city. They could be cunning also. In 1970, they applied for a $275,000 grant from the Rockefeller Foundation. The grant was approved! It took ten years for the foundation to figure it out and seek prosecution for the sham. Unlike most gangs who concentrate on drug trafficking, robbery, extortion, etc. this gang has expanded into mortgage fraud, credit card fraud, and money laundering.

This is a “taste” of Chicago gang life. Next week I will reflect on my study of urban gang life and come up with some potential solutions.

Mr. Alford is the co-founder, President/CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce®.

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Supreme Court Determined to Kill Affirmative Action

By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist A decade after carefully ruling in two University of Michigan cases – striking down the undergraduate admissions procedures and upholding those implemented by the law school – the U.S. Supreme Court seems on course to strike down even the mildest form of affirmative action admissions in higher education.

After oral arguments in a case brought by a white student who was denied admission to the University of Texas at Austin, the justices are expected to hand down a ruling in late June or early July.

Rather than await the outcome of that case, last week the court accepted another challenge to affirmative action in Michigan, which will not be argued until the October term.

The fact that the court accepted the Texas and Michigan cases, after higher education officials thought the matter was settled law, is a clear indication that the conservative-leaning court plans to eviscerate race- and genderconscious college admissions programs, no matter how conservative or narrowly drawn. If the court had other intentions, it would have left lower court rulThe Chicago Crusader

ings favorable to affirmative action in the two cases stand.

Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin, the case the court is expected to rule on in late June, was brought by Abigail Fisher, a 22year-old white woman who was rejected for admission in the fall of 2008. Under the University of Texas admissions program, the top 10 percent of each high school graduating class was guaranteed admission to the state’s flagship university. When Fisher applied, 90 percent of the students were selected that way.

The other 10 percent of applicants were admitted based on a variety of factors, including extracurricular activities, awards and honors, work experience, socioeconomic status, standardized test scores and race. Of all of those factors, Fisher decided to challenge admissions because the university considered race as one of many factors.

“Race is only one modest factor among many others weighed; it is considered only in an individualized and contextual way… and admissions officers do not know an applicant’s race when they decide [who] to admit in UT’s process,” the university argued in its brief.

University of Texas officials said if the modest affirmative action program had not been in place, Fisher

George E. Curry still would not have qualified for admission. The district and appeals courts agreed, ruling against Fisher.

But the Supreme Court decided to accept the case anyway.

Even more surprising was the court’s decision to accept another Michigan case, Schulette v. Coalition to Defend Affirmative Action, while Fisher is still pending.

After the Supreme Court upheld affirmative action in the University of Michigan law school case, 58 percent of voters adopted Proposal 2 in 2006, which prohibited discrimination or preferential treatment in public education, government contracting and public

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employment based on race, ethnicity or gender. It was modeled after a ballot measure passed by California voters in 1996.

Supporters of affirmative action in Michigan, lodged a legal challenge to Proposal 2, paving the path for the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati to rule 8-7 that ballot initiative, which amended the state constitution, violated the federal Constitution’s Equal Protection Clause.

According to the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, the percentage of Black students enrolled at the University of Michigan had dropped from 6.7 percent in 2006 to 4.5 percent in 2010 as a result of Proposal 2.

The permissible use of affirmative action was thought to be decided for good in 2003. In Gratz v.

Bollinger, the court ruled that the University of Michigan’s undergraduate admissions program violated the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment when it assigned 20 points to minority applicants.

But in Grutter v. Bollinger, the court ruled that when narrowly tailored, race can be lawfully used in combination with other factors as part of the University of Michigan Law School admissions process. In her written opinion, Justice Sandra Saturday, April 6, 2013

Day O’Connor cited benefits of “obtaining the educational benefits that flow from a diverse student body.”

O’Connor, who has since retired from the court, said she did not envision affirmative action in place forever. In fact, she suggested 25 years, without giving a reason why it would not be needed beyond that point.

Now, just 10 years later – and despite this nation’s horrible history on race – the conservative majority on the court seem unwilling to leave affirmative action in place for another 15 years.

As Justice Stephen G. Breyer, a supporter of affirmative action, said last October: “Grutter said it would be good law for at least 25 years, and I know that time flies, but I think only nine of those years have passed.”

George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine, is editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA.) He is a keynote speaker, moderator, and media coach. Curry can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry.com. You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/currygeorge.

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COMMENTARY

Worrill’s World

By Dr. Conrad W. Worrill

DR. BOBBY WRIGHT: GREAT BLACK HERO Dr. Conrad Worrill, Director/Professor, Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies (CCICS), located at 700 East Oakwood Blvd, Chicago, Illinois, 60653, 773-268-7500, Fax: 773-268-3835, E-mail: cworrill@neiu.edu, Web site: www.ccics-chicago-.org

Dr. Conrad Worrill

On April 6, 1982, the worldwide Black Liberation Movement lost one of its most important freedom fighters. Dr. Bobby E. Wright died on this day at Rush Presbyterian Hospital after a long illness at the age of forty-eight.

During the mid 1960s, Dr. Wright worked as a truant officer in the Chicago Public School system. Most of the Black teachers in the Chicago public schools, prior to 1970, were hired in the category called FTBS (Full Time Basil Substitute). Very few Black teachers were hired on a regularly certified basis due to the racism in the hiring practices of the Chicago Board of Education.

Dr. Wright organized and led a group called the Black Teachers Caucus which challenged this racist policy. They mobilized thousands of Black teachers to take a stand against the board’s racist hiring and promotional policies. Eventually, the Chicago Board of Education was forced to change their hiring policies because of the movement led by Dr. Wright and the Black Teachers Caucus.

Dr. Wright was a fearless champion of the causes of Black people worldwide. He was a genuine uncompromising freedom fighter who took up the most unpopular issues which affected Black people. As a trained clinical psychologist, receiving a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 1972, he went on to become the executive director of the Garfield Park Comprehensive Mental Health Center on Chicago’s West Side.

This is the largest Black mental health facility of its kind in the nation and has now been renamed the Bobby E. Wright Comprehensive Community Mental Health Center Incorporated.

Dr. Wright always used his skills and expertise to help Black people. He was a tireless worker in the cause of Black liberation and independence. Dr. Wright was a scholar, teacher, lecturer, organizer, writer, and computer expert, always giving and sharing with his community. Perhaps the most important of Dr. Wright’s written works is his article, “The Psychopathic Racial Personality,” written in the fall issue of the Black

Books Bulletin in 1974.

Among his many professional, civic associations, movements, activities and memberships were the Association of Black Psychologists, National Alliance of Black School Educators, Communiversity, National Black United Front (NBUF), Temple of the African Community of Chicago (TACC) and the Political Action Conference of Illinois. Dr. Wright also served on the Science and Technology commission of the Sixth Pan African Conference in Tanzania in 1974.

The spirit and memory of Dr. Bobby E. Wright lives on. Although he did not physically participate in the successful election of Chicago’s first Black mayor, he helped lay the foundation for this historic event through his many political activities.

If Bobby were here today, he would be helping us in rebuilding unity in the Black Movement to address the major challenges facing African people in this country and worldwide. He would be urging all the streams of our movement to unite.

And here in Chicago, he would be encouraging the Black community to come together to resist the imposition of outside forces of people who are making decisions about school closings and don’t have children in inner city schools. The onslaught of school closings will have a devastating impact on the Black community in Chicago.

On a special note, Bobby would be raising questions of the numerous schools we fought to be named in honor of Black heroes that are on the school closing list. Bobby Wright, if he were here, would be urging us to revive and re-energize our movement.

As Bobby always said, “A Luta Continua Lasima Tushinde Mblishaka - The struggle will continue and we shall conquer without a doubt.”

Please support the upcoming CCICS Open House Wednesday, April 10th 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Thursday, April 11th 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

MEDICAL ATTITUDES MAINTAIN HEALTH DISPARITIES Anna Brown, a St. Louis-based homeless woman needed treatment for a sprained ankle. She went to three emergency rooms seeking such treatment. In the third hospital, St. Mary’s Health Center, Ms. Brown was emphatic about needing care. Instead she was arrested for trespassing, and died in a jail cell! Was she illtreated because she was homeless?

Black? Broke? It really doesn’t matter; the fact is that the hospital that failed to treat her may have contributed to hear death.

Too many African American people are treated in emergency rooms, as criminals, not people in need of health services. After learning of the Anna Brown case, a sisterfriend shared that she had such an extreme anxiety attack that her 10-year-old son called 911. When she got to the emergency room (with health insurance, thank you), she was queried about her use of drugs and alcohol, not her health condition. It was only after her blood was tested that she was treated, so she spent four agonizing hours on a hospital bed with raspy breath, a frightened son, and no medical care.

They aren’t the only ones.

African American and Latino men, with broken bones, are less likely to get pain medication than others. Even children of color are less likely to receive painkillers than white children, because some physicians think they are faking the level of their pain.

When we look at health disparities and wonder why African Americans are more likely to have diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney failures, breast cancer, AIDS and then some, one might point to the many ways that doctors, especially those in emer-

gency rooms, signal that Black pain is not worth treating. The result is that someone who is really hurting chooses to forego medical care instead of dealing with medical condescension and arrogance.

To be sure, and to our society’s shame, emergency rooms often become the health providers of last resort. Those without a regular physician are stuck going to an emergency room when all else fails. A cold becomes the flu, becomes pneumonia and only when a patient is struggling for breath does she seek treatment in an emergency room. I can understand a doctor’s frustration because the patient did not deal with her challenges earlier. But emergency room doctors, well paid, need to do their work without judgmental attitudes getting in their way.

Anna Brown deserved to be treated as a human being. She deserved to be treated as someone who was struggling with pain.

Instead, she was treated as a criminal because she insisted on care.

Thus, she was accused of trespassing, instead of being treated as someone who was hurting.

While many would describe our society as post-racial, that is a specious and inaccurate description

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By Julianne Malveaux

Julianne Malveaux

of the world in which we live.

Racism muddies the water that we all swim in, and physicians are not exempt. Those who swim in muddy water reflect the muddy attitudes that are prevalent in our society. Many doctors consider themselves “culturally sensitive” but they have come to conclusions about poor folks, Black folks, and others that they treat.

It is easier to write off a woman like Anna Brown than it is to find out what is really wrong with her.

The Hippocratic oath that physicians swear to says “first, do no harm.” From the facts that have been published about Anna Brown though, this homeless 29-year-old mother of two children was harmed by a medical indifference that landed her in a jail cell instead of

a hospital bed. The tragedy is that Anna Brown is not the only one who has been treated this way.

We have health disparities because people are treated differently in our health care system. We cannot talk about closing gaps without talking about the ways that medical attitudes shape the medical experience for those who are so underserved that they come to emergency rooms for help. While the jury is out on the ways that Obamacare will reform our health care system, the intent of health care reform is to eliminate tragedies like Anna Brown’s.

Julianne Malveaux is a DC based economist and author.

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Won’t be long now when the big takeover takes place in Bronzeville!! Almost weekly there’s a groundbreaking and land is being cleared for new cultural centers and housing developments in the area also known as the “Gap.” Who knows, that Ida B. Wells project was the big centerpiece from 37th to 39th and King Drive to Cottage Grove until a year or so ago. Just a few more eyesores to go like Wendell Phillips High School and such, and of course, it will only take one wrecking ball to level some of the dilapidated churches that are historic to US. But it won’t matter when US ain’t in Bronzeville and as a matter of fact it probably won’t be named Bronzeville either. All Ima knows is that it sure is being prettified for its new occupants. Won’t be long . . . mark my words!!!

BLONDES DO MORE THAN . . .

There was an old commercial that said that “Blondes Have More Fun” and it stuck as good commercials and sayings do, but recently we have to add “Blondes

-Ima-

board statue, early this week. Apparently, D.L. ain’t worried what the judges think, ‘cause he told ‘em they was judges, but the voting fans were the Supreme Court.

Ima sho is ready to see what kinda reaction D.L. will have if he gets to stay ‘cause he done already dropped to his knees and boo hooed on his partner’s shoulder.

Ain’t much left for him to do but jump as high as LeBron James or pee his pants if he makes it past next week.

-ImaWHEN IT RAINS . . .

IT POURS President Wayne Watson’s woes seems to be spreading to his friends dese days. Just when things seemed to be quieting down at Chicago State University of some sorts, comes word that Dr. Watson’s good friend Hermene Hartman is on the hot seat.

Who said white news media don’t gossip and spread bad news on some of the elite in our community? Thought of by many folks in both communities as being the “media maven” of the Black media and the smartest opinionated person on the South Side, was outted by Crain’s this week. It may make a difference this year when she solicits all the big wigs for support of her annual “sophisticated party with soul” at some upscale venue, also known as

Wayne Watson

Hermene Hartman

“scholarships for deserving minority students.” It was obvious from the article that Hermene’s former finance person was po’ed to say the least. I guess it ain’t no fun counting the money and then your portion is always short.

What surprises Ima is the fact that no matter how much money and breaks the “mediaspert,” also known as a media expert gets, she is unable to peddle her publications. Remember the Savoy magazine she was going to revive?

She has duped some of the biggest and brightest. Remember she started her N’Digo with big time support from the Chicago Tribune and then when they dropped off she was picked up by the Chicago Sun-Times, even having an office in their building; and then there was the new building built by the city espe-

cially for her and her connect to Dr. Watson included a $19,000 PR-gig. All those that believe that her total take on the latter job was only $19,000, Ima wants to sell you Lake Michigan. We ain’t getting no kick out of someone else’s troubles, but Ima just wanted to point out that she ain’t the only gossiper around this town. ‘Nuff sed!!!

-ImaJESSE JR. WATCH A moving company is at the home of former Rep. Jesse L. Jackson, Jr., 2559 E. 72nd St., Chicago, a Jesse Jr. watcher wrote Wednesday, April 3. Reliable sources say the moving company is possibly moving him to Washington, D.C.

ComEd Offers assistance to customers facing disconnection Nearly $10 million in assistance funds available for customers in 2013 Tiger & Snow White make winners,” ‘cause since it was revealed that Tiger Woods has a new blonde girlfriend he has returned to his winning ways. It took more than two years for him to win, as a matter-of-fact he looked almost like an amateur during this time. Ima thought that the Swedish ex-wife had a hex on the “Cablasian.” Ima knows a hex when she sees one, but it was hard to know when it is lifted in Tiger’s case. So now we know that blondes may have more fun, but Tiger has more fun with a blonde and when he wins.

I guess we can stop feeling sorry for the guy who still does not know what he is!!! Yu would think that he would have gotten a hint when the “Cau” folks let him know what they thought of him after he was playing on Snow White. Oh well, we can root for someone else now, of course in another sport. He is all we really got in golf.

-ImaThe Chicago Crusader

D.L. HUGHLEY Ima ain’t saying D.L. Hughley has to turn in his brother card, but the folks at “Dancing With the Stars” are saying they are seeing the first Black man with NO rhythm. D.L. survived another week with his imitation of a card-

D.L. Hughley

With the start of spring and an increase in temperatures, the end of the winter moratorium on service disconnections for residential customers has arrived. To help customers in financial hardship who may be facing disconnection, ComEd recently announced it has dedicated $10 million in assistance funds for the second consecutive year. These dollars are part of a fiveyear, $50 million commitment to help ComEd customers struggling to pay their utility bills, a result of Smart Grid law enacted in 2011.

“We realize some customers fall on hard times and need assistance with paying their monthly electric bill,” said Val Jensen, senior vice president of Customers Operations, ComEd. “This is why we want to ensure customers who are in need are aware of the assistance ComEd offers to them during these tough times.”

Last year through ComEd’s CARE programs the utility was able to help more than 32,000 customers who might have otherwise faced disconnection due to a financial hardship keep their lights on. The $10 million for 2013 will provide relief to customers in need and help get them

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back on track to managing their utility bill.

ComEd states that a service disconnection is always the last resort, and only occurs after a lengthy process that is designed to avoid this outcome. The utility has a responsibility to all customers to keep unpaid bills as low as possible to avoid raising costs to all customers.

Customers who have received a service suspension notice can avoid a disconnection by paying the balance owed or contacting ComEd to go on a payment plan. In many cases, customers may be eligible for some of the $10 million in assistance funds that ComEd will distribute this year through its CARE programs, including: CHAMP (ComEd Helps Active Military Personnel) – This program provides bill-payment assistance to deployed members of the military and disabled veterans who have fallen behind on their bill and who reside within ComEd’s Northern Illinois service territory.

CHAMP offers a package of benefits, including bill payment assistance of up to $1,000 while funds are available, a deferred payment plan, extended payment due dates, exemption from late charges, deposit reduction and budget payment plans.

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Residential Special Hardship program – This initiative is intended to supplement established statesponsored programs such as the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Eligible ComEd residential customers that are experiencing a hardship and who are not Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) participants can receive a grant of up to $1,500 toward their electricity bill. Grant amounts may vary while funds are available.

Non-Profit Assistance Programs – ComEd recently extended this program to include all non-profit organizations, including churches.

This program provides a one-time variable grant of up to $2,000 for 501 (c)(3) non-profit organizations that are experiencing a hardship.

ComEd offers a variety of ways for customers to access and pay their bill including, online at ComEd.com or ComEd’s free mobile app available at ComEd.com/app. To apply for the Residential Special Hardship grant, or the State sponsored assistance programs customers should visit a local LIHEAP Agency. For more information on any of ComEd’s assistance programs or to enroll in ComEd’s bill-payment assistance programs, call 1-888-806-CARE (2273) or visit ComEd.Com/CARE for more information.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR A COMMUNITY MEETING ON THE CIVICS OF TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCING: There will be a meeting on the Civics of Tax Incremental Financing on Saturday, April 6, from 10 a.m. to noon. It will be held in the Cordell Reed Student Union Rotunda at Chicago State University, 9501 S. King Drive. The guest speaker will be Tom Tressor, Civic Lab Co-founder. For more information, call Minister Sylvia Jones at 773-368-0991.

BLACK MEN OF HONOR COLLEGE FAIR: On Saturday, April 6, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a College Fair sponsored by the Black Men of Honor. It will be held at the Lake Shore Ramada, 4900 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois. Participating colleges include: North Central College; Howard University; Loyola University Chicago; East West University; University of Chicago; DePaul University; Dominican University; City Colleges of Chicago; American International University; Carleton College; Xavier University Louisiana; Alabama A&M; Wooster College Ohio; Lane College; New Mexico State University; Chicago State University; DeVry University; Elmhurst College; Illinois Institute of Technology; Kentucky State University; and more!!

Applications, book scholarships and workshops will be available.

BOLD CONVERSATIONS AT THE GLOBAL ACTIVISM EXPO-RESTORATIVE JUSTICE. GENDER JUSTICE. GLOBAL JUSTICE: Come join in a difficult, complex, critical conversations as we wrestle with the meaning of restorative justice in different contexts. This will take place on Saturday, April 6, 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. at the UIC Forum, 725 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago. Learn, ponder, share, discuss: After Hadiya and “Nirbhaya”: From Chicago to Delhi What Does Justice Look Like? (12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.) Here in the United States, Chicago in particular, street crime has taken the lives of far too many of our youth.

In India, the issue of sexual violence has captured headlines. The tragic deaths of Hadiya Pendleton, a 15year-old girl who was shot and killed just a few blocks away from her school, and “Nirbhaya,” the 23year-old woman who was gangraped by six men in a moving bus in Delhi, raise the question: what does justice for victims and survivors look like? Peace in an Age of Violence: Reparations, Reconciliation, Renewal - (2:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.) Brutal war has engulfed villages and cities in Mali. Violence in Colombia has forced people out of their homes and left anger, fear and poverty in its wake. Does postapartheid South Africa offer a vision and a model for war-torn societies?

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Many countries that have been torn apart by civil war ask: how do we rebuild, how can we make amends, or does accountability trump reconciliation? There will also be a Peace Film Festival and a world music stage. The event, featuring a host of dynamic speakers, is presented by The Public Square, Social Justice Initiative at UIC, and WBEZ. CELEBRATE NATIONAL ROBOTICS WEEK AT THE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY: In celebration of National Robotics Week, the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI) will host approximately 20 different robots from around the world from Saturday, April 6 to Sunday, April 14 in the Museum’s Rotunda. Some of the robots on display throughout the week will include: Murata Boy-This ‘bot can get around just like a human—ride a bicycle and stop and go without toppling over. Murata Boy showcases a range of high-tech and energy-efficient capabilities. Murata Boy will be available only on Saturday, April 6.

Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) Suit- Turn yourself into a robot— or more like a super-human—with this fascinating exoskeleton suit that magnifies its user’s strength. Lift or carry up to five-times more than you typically can with this amazing technology! Cubelets-Build your own robot by combining these small, magnetic blocks together!

Due to the various sensors and logic patterns built into each block, no complex wiring or programming education is needed to create a robot that can drive around a tabletop or respond to light, sound and temperature. Paro Therapeutic Robot - Looking more like a stuffed animal than a robot, Paro is a soft, furry seal that has helped reduce stress for hospital and nursing home patients. Paro has five different sensors that allow him to perceive people, varying emotions and environments. He also recognizes voice direction—responding to different names, greetings and praise. Creators of several of these robots will be on hand to discuss them with guests. All robot demonstrations and presentations throughout the week are included in Museum general admission: $18 for adults; $17 for seniors; $11 for kids 3-11. The Museum of Science and Industry is located at 5700 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL. For more information, contact Marilyn Stein, MSI, 773-947-3133, marilyn.stein@msichicago.- org; or Beth Boston, MSI, 773- 947-6003, beth.boston@msichicago.org.

created by the Levine Museum of the New South, Charlotte, North Carolina, traces the saga of Reverend J.A. De Laine and the brave citizens of Clarendon County, South Carolina, who brought a pivotal law suit challenging racial segregation in public schools. It is ONGOING through April 21 at the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center, located at 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. The suit was the first of five across the country that would lead to the landmark 1954 Supreme Court decision Brown v. Board of Education. The

exhibition tells a powerful grassroots “people story” behind the decision that ruled racially-segregated schools unconstitutional and set in motion a series of events that continue to shape our lives today. The exhibit is Free with Museum admission. For information on hours and admission prices, please call 847967-4800, or visit www.ilholocaustmuseum.org.

PIN-A-SISTER™, EXAMINATE COMADRE™: More Black and Latino women die from breast cancer than white women, even though

more white women are diagnosed with the disease. Register for Access Community Health Network’s 7th Annual Pin-A-Sister™/Examinate Comadre™ Ribbon-Pinning Event to help raise breast cancer awareness.

Faith-based and community organizations from around the city, state, nation and globally will join on or around Mother’s Day, May 12, 2013, to recognize those affected by breast cancer. To register, visit the website at www.- pinasister.com or call Paulina Guzman at 312-5262087.

YOUNG PATIENTS AT the Illinois Eye Institute (IEI) were greeted by Gov. Pat Quinn recently. Besides touring the pediatrics department at IEI, the governor met with the Illinois College of Optometry leadership. IEI serves more than 100,000 patients annually and is the country’s largest provider of vision and eye care services. Each year it provides 13,000 glasses to Medicaid patients, the majority of whom are children.

Extended Coverage companies. For more info, check www.FloodSmart.gov.

Hurricane Sandy last fall awakened many homeowners to their need for flood insurance. Alas, many thought their homeowners’ policy covered them for just about any peril. Not so. *** Truth is, most homeowners’ and renters’ policies do not cover damage from flooding. But the federal government offers—and subsidizes—the National Flood Insurance program.

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*** And check with us at Community Insurance Center, Inc., 526 E. 87th Street, your insurance headquarters. We have been serving the community since 1962.

For more information about the services we provide, call (773) 651-6200. You can also reach us via email at: sales@communityinsurance.com or visit the website at www.communityins.com.

*** The coverage is relatively inexpensive, yet only 18 percent of Americans carry that insurance— though floods are the most common natural disaster in the country. And a quarter of all claims come from those in low- to moderate-risk areas. *** People who have bought or refinanced in high-risk areas usually have coverage because their lenders insist on it.

COURAGE-THE VISION TO END SEGREGATION, THE GUTS TO FIGHT FOR IT, AT THE ILLINOIS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM: A special exhibit, Courage: The Vision to End Segregation, The Guts to Fight for It,

*** The federal insurance will cover up to $250,000 worth of damage in homes, with certain restrictions. It is sold through insurance

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BUSINESS New Report: Payday lending drains nearly $1 billion from communities One of the worst ironies of the nagging economic recession is that consumers with the fewest financial resources have lost the most. Now, a new report finds that payday loans not only strip much-needed income from lowincome families; but also harms the economic viability of the communities where they operate, draining nearly $1 billion a year.

Written by the Insight Center for Community Economic Development (Insight Center), it also reveals other net negative impacts of these small-dollar, high cost loans on economic growth and personal bankruptcy filings.

The Insight Center examined the net economic impact of the $3.3 billion in interest that borrowers paid to non-bank payday lenders in 2011. The study found that if consumers collectively had an additional $3.3 billion in discretionary spending, it would

have resulted in $6.34 billion in economic activity and created 79,000 jobs.

In comparison, payday lending activity added $5.56 billion to the national economy and created 65,000 jobs.

Combining these figures shows a net loss from payday lending of $774 million in economic growth and over 14,000 jobs — in addition to $169 million lost through Chapter 13 bankruptcies.

The report states, “This nearly $1 billion loss in economic activity should serve as a strong signal that, in addition to the well-documented harm to the families directly receiving payday loans, payday lending harms local community economies and the overall economy.”

“Payday lending drains over $2.5 million from the economy each day,” continued the report.

“In addition, we estimate that more than 38 people lose their jobs each day due to the econom-

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By Charlene Crowell NNPA Columnist

Charlene Crowell ic drain of payday lending.”

Payday lending has been a centerpiece of the Center for Responsible Lending’s research and policy efforts over the past decade. CRL also supported the

new report’s development.

Earlier CRL research determined that each year 12 million Americans become entrapped in payday loans, taking out an average of nine loans per year. With more than 22,000 locations, there are more than two payday stores for every Starbucks coffee store.

CRL has also documented how storefront payday lenders tend to concentrate locations in low-income and communities of color.

The Southern states of Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and South Carolina had the highest number of payday stores per 10,000 residents. Outside of the Deep South, Missouri and Nevada were the only states with comparable density of payday storefronts.

Similarly, the Insight Center found that five states were charged the greatest amount of payday loan interest were California, Texas, Florida, Mississippi and Illinois. In these locales, financial

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payday losses ranged from $135 million in California to $55 million in Illinois.

Remarking on the Insight Center’s new findings, Keith Corbett, CRL executive vice-president said, “Payday lending is really a financial assault on communities of color. By preying on consumers with few resources, this predatory product takes what little they have and winds up leaving borrowers worse off than before these loans.”

Corbett’s comments are underscored by the Insight report. “Far from creating opportunity, payday lending creates impoverished households and endangers local economies.

Charlene Crowell is a communications manager with the Center for Responsible Lending. She can be reached at: Charlene.crowell@responsiblelending.org.

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EDUCATION

100 Percent of Urban Prep graduates are college-bound All-African American male student body continues to outperform peers in college acceptance and persistence Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Congratulates seniors from Englewood and West Campuses Urban Prep has accomplished what some thought would be impossible—especially in Chicago, which has been in the national spotlight recently for tragic news about its youth. All the seniors from Urban Prep’s Englewood campus and the seniors from the inaugural graduating class from its West campus, 167 African-American males, have been accepted to a four-year college or university. (85% of Urban Prep students come from low-income families, and many start Urban Prep at least two grade levels behind.)

This student body continues to exceed expectations in a city where fewer than 40 percent of African American males finish high school.

This 100 percent achievement has become a tradition that Urban Prep is proud to continue and recently, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel

wood and West Campuses, students from Urban Prep’s Bronzeville campus attended the assembly to honor their “brothers.”

“The students of the Urban Prep Academies have not only cleared the academic bar, they have raised the bar for all of us,” said Mayor Rahm Emanuel. “Their accomplishment today is a ringing example that when you have a teacher in the classroom that is committed, a principal in the school who is accountable and adults at home that are involved, any student from any neighborhood or background in Chicago can achieve the dream of graduating and going to college.”

The members of Urban Prep’s class of 2013 have been accepted to over 115 different four-year colleges and universities, including: Connecticut College, Cornell University, Morehouse College, Howard University, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

This year, for the first time, students have also been admitted to Dartmouth College, Kenyon College.

The University of Notre Dame, and The University of Pennsylvania.

Students are still awaiting decisions from many other colleges and uni-

URBAN PREP CEO and founder, Tim King (center) welcomes Mayor Rahm Emanuel to the South Side school which recently announced that for the fourth consecutive year all of its seniors have been accepted into a four year college. enrolled in college. Specifically, them, especially African-American persisting or, staying in, college at through the program, dedicated males, do not receive the ongoing record rates: 83 percent of Urban Urban Prep staff members connect support they need to ensure suc- Prep graduates persisted in college alumni with resources on their col- cessful college careers. Project compared to only 70 percent for lege campuses, such as academic ad- GOLD will train and support them CPS and 42 percent for Africanas they strive to earn their college American males nationally. degrees.”

“When we founded Urban Prep, Additionally, Urban Prep’s Alum- we wanted to increase the number ni Affairs Office tracks the number of African-American males earning of alumni from its graduating class- college degrees,” said Tim King, es who enroll in college. Urban Prep founder and CEO, Urban Prep alumni from the classes of 2010, Academies. “Our record college ac2011 and 2012 have a 96 percent ceptance, college enrollment, and college enrollment rate—the high- college persistence rates demonest of any Chicago Public School strate that we’re changing the game.

(CPS) – that exceeds national aver- Consider this fact: one in twenty ages. Urban Prep alumni are also (Continued on page 16)

GRADUATING URBAN PREP seniors are cheered on by Mayor Rahm Emanuel as they participate in the school’s rite of passage – switching from the red to red and gold ties after being accepted by a college. hailed the students and the school.

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined Urban Prep Academies’ founder and CEO Tim King, students, faculty and parents for a special assembly recognizing seniors who have received their acceptance letters and exchanged the red uniform ties they have worn since their enrollment at Urban Prep for red-and-gold striped ties signifying their college-bound status. In addition to the entire student body of Urban Prep’s Engle10

versities.

In total, this year’s seniors have been awarded more than $6 million in scholarships and grants to date, and seven students are Gates Millennium Scholar finalists (winners will be named in April).

At the event, Urban Prep also announced a $150,000 donation from the Citi Foundation for Urban Prep’s Alumni Affairs program, also known as Project GOLD, which works to support Urban Prep’s approximately 300 graduates

visors, minority affairs offices and financial aid resources; and provide auxiliary academic counseling, such as help with class selection, as well as provide social-emotional support.

“Entering college is an exciting and also a challenging time in anyone’s life,” said Helen HammondRedding, senior vice president and Illinois state director, Citi Community Development. “However, many high school grads, like those from Urban Prep, are the first in their families to do so and many of

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SHORTLY BEFORE THE start of the ceremony announcing the successes of the 2013 Urban Prep graduating class, the 160-plus students share a relaxed moment.

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U.S. Bank Employees donate school supplies to Mercy Housing U.S. Bank employees in Chicago recently donated nearly 1,000 school supply items to Mercy Housing. Representatives of the nonprofit group distributed the school supplies to children with the greatest need who reside at Mercy Housing’s residences.

“Many bins of school supplies were collected at U.S. Bank’s all employee meeting in Chicago,” said Marcia Cruzan, market president for U.S. Bank in Chicago. “The U.S. Bank team is happy to provide local students with the supplies they need to help them do their best in school.”

“We want to thank the people at U.S. Bank who donated the school supplies,” said Doug Kenshol, regional vice president of resource development at Mercy Housing.

“Notebooks, markers, folders, pens, pencils, highlighters, glue, clay, construction paper and loose-leaf paper

– will make a difference in the lives of the children who live at Mercy Housing, and help them succeed at school.”

In addition, U.S. Bank employees across the company donated school supplies to other nonprofit organizations and schools around the country. The organizations in those communities will also distribute the school supplies to students in need.

More than 41,000 of U.S. Bank’s employees gathered at meeting sites in 75 markets to receive an update on the company’s activities, employee volunteer efforts and to share ideas as to how they can assist customers and communities.

U.S. Bank supports the community with programs designed to award grants to nonprofit organizations, inspire volunteerism among its employees, highlight and support key partners such as United

Way, and rally around employees who face hardship through an employee assistance program. U.S. Bank also tracks and reports its community lending, education and volunteer activities in the spirit of the federal Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) as well as in its annual Corporate Citizenship Report.

U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB), with $354 billion in assets as of December 31, 2012, is the parent company of U.S. Bank, the 5th largest commercial bank in the United States. The Company operates 3,084 banking offices in 25 states and 5,065 ATMs and provides a comprehensive line of banking, brokerage, insurance, investment, mortgage, trust and payment services products to consumers, businesses and institutions. Visit U.S. Bancorp on the web at www.usbank.com.

ONE HAPPY STUDENT! This student is ready for math, art and other subjects she is learning at school. The school supplies she is holding were donated to Mercy Housing by Chicago area U.S. Bank employees.

Pullman Economic Development Plan A Boost for National Park Designation Effort

U.S. BANK EMPLOYEES Alfred Burns (U.S. Bank branch manager located in West Garfield), and Sonequa Strong (U.S. Bank branch manager at Austin office) are surrounded by students and their new school supplies. U.S. Bank employees in the Chicago area recently donated nearly 1,000 school supply items to Mercy Housing.

THREE STUDENTS SELECT school supplies that were donated to Mercy Housing by Chicago area U.S. Bank employees. Alfred Burns, U.S. Bank branch manager in West Garfield, assists the students.

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A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum's president applauds the city of Chicago's Economic Development Plan for Pullman, which incorporates the Arts as a violence prevention strategy.

The city of Chicago's plan to revitalize the Pullman community is being applauded by the A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum (APRPM) because of the economic impact it will have on the area and because it provides the added push needed to make Pullman a National Park Service (NPS) site. Citing specifics, David A. Peterson Jr. museum president since 2011, who brings with him his own vision of the museum's role in Pullman, praised Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Governor Pat Quinn and Alderman Anthony Beale for their vision and for collaborating to bring the plan to life.

Peterson added that the Pullman Park initiative can only enhance the National Park Service's (NPS) interest in making Pullman a NPS site.

He indicated that the area under consideration is the National Historic Register district, whose boundaries were set by the U.S Department of Interior December 30, 1970 as 103rd to 115th, from the Illinois Central ("IC") to the Bishop Ford Expressway.

The NPS study now underway according to Dr. Jon Jarvis, its director, "is a result of the strong interest in, not just the labor story, but specifically Black labor history" which includes A. Philip Randolph, and the Saturday, April 6, 2013

Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, more commonly known as Pullman Porters.

Dr. Lyn Hughes, the museum's founder, says. "I founded the museum in Pullman in 1995 after attending a tour offered on the south end.

No mention was made of the role Blacks played in the Pullman story.

Although the north end was in a deteriorated state, I believed then that the umbrella of tourism through Arts and Culture could stimulate economic conditions in the community. Now 18 years later the opportunity is here. To my knowledge, this plan represents the first time that this type of opportunity has ever come to the area; and presents an opportunity for inclusion.

“Pockets of this historic area have been neglected for decades,” she notes. I believe that, despite the exclusionary tactics—that are skillfully disguised and strategically orchestrated within the historic district, this plan–combined with a NPS designation – holds tremendous promise.

If implemented properly, it would be impossible for the entire community not to benefit. The plan has the potential to revitalize the entire area.”

The multi-dimensional plan includes bringing cultural activities to the area, and could help to curb violence and support the APRPPM'S “Museum 44" Where Hip Hop Meets History program. Named in honor of the 44th President, Barack Obama, "Museum 44" is a new multi faceted youth-violence prevention initiative.

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By Raymond Ward Entertainment Editor SUPERSTAR: Mara Brock Akil was born in Los Angeles, California and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. Following her passion to write, she attended Northwestern University and received a bachelor's degree from The Medill School of Journalism. She then began her career as a writer on FOX-TV's critically acclaimed program South Central, after which she worked as a staff writer on the UPN series, Moesha, where she earned a Producer title after four successful seasons. In 1999, she was awarded the SHINE (Sexual Health in Entertainment) Award by The Media Project for her impactful episode "Birth Control."

Mara later served as a Supervising Producer on the Warner Brother's comedy series, The Jamie Foxx Show and shortly after was actively pursued by UPN to bring her brand of comedy to their network. As a

ENTERTAINMENT: CHICAGO STYLE

By Elaine Hegwood Bowen, MSJ

Local Festival Honors Melvin Van Peebles

result, she created her first series Girlfriends. Ensuring success, BrockAkil partnered her company, Happy Camper Productions, with both Kelsey Grammer's Gramnet Productions and CBS Paramount. The groundbreaking show garnered numerous awards and ran for 172 episodes over eight seasons.

During the sixth season of Girlfriends, Akil Productions created the hit series The Game. Airing for three seasons on the CW Network as well as successful syndication on BET, the series was brought back to life for a fourth season on BET. After recently wrapping up the sixth season of The Game, Mara's hit film, Sparkle, starring the late Whitney Houston and American Idol winner Jordin Sparks was released to critical acclaim. Currently, she's working on a new pilot entitled Being Mary Jane and starring Gabrielle Union.

Mara Brock Akil never ceases to amaze. Not only is she working as an acclaimed businesswoman, skilled writer, and proficient producer, but is also an adored wife, mother, and friend. Using her career to advance and challenge the entertainment business, Mara strives with every project to affect, encourage and entertain all who watch and work with her. In light of her accomplishments, Brock-Akil was listed on Vibe Magazine's "Top 100 Hottest People List," featured in Essence Magazine's "Outstanding Women Under 40," as well as receiving their 2013 Visionary Award. She was also presented in Newsweek's "Women & Power" Issue which showcased a variety of influential women and currently serves as a Board Member of The Samburu Project. Mara was also featured along with her husband on The Hollywood Reporter's "Top 50 Power Showrunners" and jointly won a 2012 NAACP Image Award for "Best Writing in a Comedy Series."

Next Saturday, Mara Brock Akil will add another honor to her impressive resume when she receives the 2013 "Superstar Award" during the DuSable Museum's annual, "A Night of 100 Stars" Gala. For more information or tickets please call 773-947-0600.

Melvin Van Peebles accepts CIMMFEST’s first lifetime achievement award during the upcoming CIMMfest No. 5.

The event runs from April 1821 at venues throughout the city.

The 5th Annual Chicago International Movies & Music Festival (CIMMfest No. 5) is a four-day festival that brings together filmmakers, musicians and devotees from around the world for a celebration of movies and music at various venues centered around Chicago’s Wicker Park and Logan Square neighborhoods, with a satellite location at the Music Box Theatre, Thursday, April 18 – Sunday, April 21. Van Peebles’ award is part of a special film section, award ceremony and concert with the maverick filmmaker.

CIMMfest’s Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award: The Baadasssss Award, ceremony and concert honors Chicago native Melvin Van Peebles at the Constellation on Saturday, April 20, followed by a special live musical performance

by Van Peebles and his band, Laxative. The writer, actor and director, who turns 80 this year, ushered in a new era of AfricanAmerican films with his Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song, which will be screened during the Festival along with his The Story of a Three-Day Pass and Don’t Play Us Cheap, plus a documentary about Van Peebles, How to Eat Your Watermelon in White Company (and Enjoy It), by Chicago native Joe Angio. The CIMMfest Lifetime Achievement Award pays tribute to the outstanding accomplishments of maverick artists who helped to shape and obliterate barriers for today’s generation of filmmakers and artists.

More than 100 films from more than 20 countries will be screened, including features, documentaries, shorts, concert films, animation and music videos, all with music at their center. Playing a bigger role this year will be the live music component, including showcases by Bloodshot Records, Captcha Records and ASCAP; curated concerts, and innovative multimedia events, featuring Manual Cinema, Sister Spit, live film scoring, concerts by documentary film subjects and more.

There will be an expanded live music component with concerts

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triple bill with the funky METERS, Greyboy Allstars and JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound; CIMMpathy for The Stones, celebrating The Rolling Stones’ 50 years of music on film.

“CIMMfest audiences will have the rare opportunity to experi-

before seen in Chicago – and takes place at the Music Box Theatre, Friday-Sunday, April 19-21.

The event kicks off Friday with a trio of films: Muddy Waters and The Rolling Stones at the Checkerboard Lounge, Live Chicago 1981, The Rolling Stones:

Melvin Van Peebles ence first – and firsthand – an incredible range of movies and music. We are thrilled to be producing our fifth festival showcasing amazing films and live performances, with much more live music alongside innovative crossover events,” said Josh Chicoine, CIMMfest Co-Director, with Ilko Davidov. “We are happy to bring satellite venues like The Hideout, The Burlington, the Music Box and the brand new Constellation to our main drag: Milwaukee Avenue from Wicker Park to Logan Square. CIMMfest is unique in that we truly aim to highlight the crossover of film and song, movies and music, past, present and future, in the best city on earth. Along with our board of directors, staff, partners, sponsors, friends and supporters, we are thrilled to be curating these amazing four days in April!”

CIMMpathy for The Stones is a major retrospective celebrating The Rolling Stones’ 50 years of music on film, which includes screenings of ten concert films and documentaries – two never

Charlie Is My Darling - Ireland 1965 (dir. Mick Gochan- our, Peter Whitehead), followed by a Q&A with Director Mick Gochanour and Producer Robin Klein, and Stones In Exile (dir.

Stephen Kijak).

There also will be Blues film premieres and Showcase Argentina, which welcomes the International Premiere of Mercedes Sosa, The Voice of Latin America, about renowned Argentinean vocalist Sosa and her work with other young artists.

Festival venues include: Double Door (1572 N. Milwaukee Ave.), Elastic Arts (2830 N. Milwaukee Ave.), The Hideout (1354 W. Wabansia), Logan Square Studio (2341 N. Milwaukee Ave.), the Music Box Theatre (3733 N. Southport Ave.), Rodan (1530 N. Milwaukee Ave.), Rosa’s Lounge (3420 W. Armitage Ave.), among other locations.

To check out the list of film screenings, as well as ticket prices, which begin at $79 for an All Access Festival Pass, visit www.CIMMfest.org.

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“Do I Look Like an ATM?”

By Sabrina Lamb c.2013, Lawrence Hill Books $14.95 / $16.95 Canada 215 pages Your child has caught some bug that’s going around.

He has a terminal case of The Gimmes, and he’s not getting any better. It’s “Gimme that” and “Buy me this” all day long. It’s GimmeGimmeGimme, usually accompanied by whining, pleading, and a maddening inability to understand the word “no.”

The Gimmes are enough to make any parent crazy. They make you wish there was some sort of doctor who had some sort of shot to prevent it. But there isn’t - so why not read “Do I Look Like an ATM?” by Sabrina Lamb instead?

Somewhere in your home, there

lives a little beggar who can’t take “no” for an answer. He’s always got his hand out and he knows exactly how to wear you down when it comes to money. If you had a dime for every dollar he’s asked for, you’d be rich.

So how did this happen? Sabrina Lamb says that your child was born to beg, which is a situation you need to stop. Avoiding the issue (or worse: giving in) can result in big problems now and even bigger problems in the future.

But first, the stats: members of the Black community have an estimated $1.1 trillion dollars to spend – and yet, many report having no savings, most don’t know their credit score, and forty percent have little or nothing for retirement. Furthermore, “…African Americans tend to wield their tremendous buying power on products with little or zero monetary value.” That means rented homes, expensive vehicles, and fancy phones take money out of your pocket but don’t put it back.

The first step to fixing that situation is by looking inward. Chances are that you never learned financial literacy and your attitudes toward wealth may be limiting your ability to understand money issues. Just giving yourself an education on finances presents

a good example for your kids.

Speak your financial truth and tell your child. Understand the difference between “need” and “want” and teach your child that looking financially successful is not the same as being financially successful. Forget about keeping up with your neighbors. Identify your parental money style. Set your family up as a business, show your kids how to save - and then show them how to give, too.

Wow. I was so impressed at what I found inside “Do I Look Like an ATM?” that I was uncharacteristically speechless.

When it comes to financial literacy for children, so many authors take mincing baby-steps and waste everybody’s time, but not WorldOfMoney.org founder Sabrina Lamb. She takes a different approach that starts with parents, and she’s not gentle with her words. No, Lamb’s a little sarcastic and very in-your-face, but her boot-camp-like attitude left no doubt in my mind that what she says, works.

I like that no-nonsense talk and I think you will, too – especially if you’re serious about money matters. If talking about dollars to your kids just makes sense, then “Do I Look Like An ATM?” would be a shot in the arm to your family’s finances.

Chatham 14 intros most advanced movie technology to Chicago’s South Side Jackie Robinson biopic “42” among First to Use Theater’s High-Def Technology Chatham 14 Theaters is dramatically advancing its movie screening technology by adding the latest in film projection — the new, state-of-the-art Sony 4K projectors which offer the highest quality film images possible. The new RealD 3D projectors will be the first of their kind on Chicago’s South Side and are slated to debut April 5 at Chatham 14, located at 210 West 87th Street.

The 4K projectors are the gold standard in movie imagery, boasting ultra-high resolution with four times the pixels of the standard high-definition environments. John Scaletta, the vice president of F&F Management, Inc., which provides management for Chatham 14 Theaters, says the new technology will place Chatham 14 ahead of all other movie theaters on the South Side of Chicago.

“We are happy to be able to show movies using Sony’s 4K system to our customers, because they deserve to see movies presented with the latest technology without having to travel outside of their own neighborhoods,”

says Scaletta. “The new projectors will add a new dimension to our customers’ movie outings on several levels.”

Venisha White-Johnson, director of operations and community relations for Chatham 14, stressed that the technical upgrades will have a noticeable effect on how customers enjoy watching movies with their friends and family at Chatham 14 Theaters. All 14 screens will be equipped with the new highdefinition projectors.

“The new projectors will offer pictures so clear and defined that watching any other type of visual medium would seem lacking,” according to White-Johnson.

“We are happy to be the first theaters in our community to offer this superior viewing experience, and this investment in new technology ensures that Chatham 14 will be an entertainment hub for the South Side for years to come.”

The projectors are being installed just in time to coincide with the premiere of the highlyanticipated movie “42.” The movie features Chadwick Boseman and Harrison Ford in the inspirational story of how Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier

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CHATHAM 14 THEATERS is installing the latest in viewing technology and the first of its kind on Chicago’s South Side – Sony 4K projectors with RealD 3D technology. In time for viewing “42,” the film chronicling baseball legend Jackie Robinson this week, viewers will experience amazing detailed picture quality with incredible resolution. in professional baseball. “42” opens April 5.

About Chatham 14 Theaters Chatham 14 Theaters is the hub of the Chatham community and

offers various specialty and seasonal events apart from its sevenday schedule of current films.

The theater hosts Saturday Zumba classes; Seniors Day, featuring free health screenings and discounts for senior citizens; and a church worship service on SunSaturday, April 6, 2013

days. The 15-year-old theater also offers periodic screenings of independent films for first-time directors. More information on Chatham 14, including a complete list of movies and show times, is available at www.Chatham14.com.

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By Barbara Wright-Pryor

Rodrick Dixon, Alfreda Burke headline Dennard Chorale Concert Dixon will perform an array of selections accompanied by Detroit’s Alvin Waddles, pianist, who has performed at a variety of musical events including the Detroit International Jazz Festival and the Detroit Festival of the Arts. Dixon’s segment of the program also will feature selections performed with his wife, Alfreda Burke, and with the Chorale on spiritual arrangements directed

by Hill. Burke’s body of work in-

The award-winning Brazeal Dennard Chorale of Detroit, Michigan, Augustus O. Hill, conductor, will present its third annual Legacy Concert on April 13 at Detroit’s Orchestra Hall celebrating the music contributions of Blacks and featuring sacred Negro spirituals performed by the Chorale and guest artists, Chicagoans Rodrick Dixon, tenor and Alfreda Burke, soprano.

“We welcome all segments of

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our community to celebrate the rich legacy of the music of Black composers and Negro spirituals,” said Dr. Hill, who directed the Chorale’s gold and silver medal performances at the 2012 World Choir Games. “Through this concert we will continue the Chorale’s mission and connect the sacred art form of Negro spirituals with music lovers of today.”

During the Legacy Concert,

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cludes recordings, music videos, television, radio and film and performances with Dixon in the popular Holiday musical, “Too Hot to Handel” at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre and Detroit’s Orchestra Hall. Dixon’s extensive opera, musical theater and television career includes performances with tenors Victor Trent Cook and Thomas Young as the celebrated trio “Cook, Dixon and Young.”

Alfreda Burke and Rodrick Dixon have presented secular and sacred recitals worldwide. Their

Making his first recital appearance since 2010, highly acclaimed French pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard returns to the “Symphony Center Presents” Piano Series Sunday, April 7 at 3:00 pm playing the complete Books 1 and 2 of Debussy’s “Preludes.”

Widely acclaimed as a key figure in the music of our time and as a uniquely significant interpreter of piano repertoire from every age, Pierre-Laurent Aimard enjoys an internationally celebrated career. He performs throughout the world each season with major orchestras under conductors including Esa-Pekka Salonen, Christoph von Dohnányi, Gustavo Dudamel, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Peter Eötvös and Sir Simon Rattle. He has been invited to create, direct and perform in a number of residencies, with recent projects including at Carnegie Hall, New York’s Lincoln Center, Vienna’s Konzerthaus, Berlin’s Philharmonie, the Lucerne Festival, Mozarteum Salzburg, Cité de la Musique in Paris, the Tanglewood Festival and London’s Southbank Centre—where he was artistic advisor to the “Exquisite Labyrinth” festival celebrating the music of Pierre Boulez.

Aimard is also the artistic director of the historic Aldeburgh Festival.

Born in Lyon in 1957, Pierre-Laurent Aimard studied at the Paris Conservatoire with Yvonne Loriod and in

London with Maria Curcio. At the age of 12 he was introduced to Olivier Messiaen and within a few years became the composer’s preferred interpreter. Early career landmarks included winning first prize in the 1973 Messiaen Competition at 16 and being appointed by Pierre Boulez to become the Ensemble intercontemporain’s first solo pianist in 1976.

In addition to Boulez, Aimard has had close collaborations with other leading composers including Kurtag, Stockhausen, Elliott Carter, and George Benjamin and had a long association with György Ligeti, recording

his complete works for piano. Aimard released a new recording of Debussy’s “Preludes” in October 2012 in honor of the 150th anniversary of the composer’s birth.

Aimard also gives solo recitals and chamber-music performances and regularly appears at all the important music festivals. He holds professorships at the Hochschule für Musik in Col- ogne and at the Paris Conservatory, and gives lectures and master-classes worldwide.

For information or tickets, call the Box Office at 312-294-3000 or go to cso.org.

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Happy Birthday! - - - to Mr. Wagner and Mr. Verdi, born 200 years ago. When Wagner died Verdi wrote, "I'm horrified, sad, sad, sad, Wagner is dead."

David Dubal, pianist, lecturer, and host of “Piano Matters,” will pay tribute to these giants of opera in a lecture performance about their incredible lives, loves and music at 6:00 pm Sunday, April 21, 2013 at New York City’s Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker Street. David Dubal’s “Piano Matters” is aired on radio stations throughout the United States.

During the presentation there will be talk interspersed with transcriptions from the operas performed by pianists Rexa Han, Alexandra Joan, Jeremy Jordan, Anna Shelest, Matthew Graybill and David Dubal Jeremy Jordan, pianist, is the son of Chicago educators Mark and Verna Jordan. Jordan is completing requirements for his Master’s degree in piano performance at New York City’s Juilliard School of Music. He earned his undergraduate degree as a recipient of the Howard & Ethel B.

“Songs of a Dream,” a musical journey of their love story staged to the music of Verdi, Puccini, Gershwin, Leonard Bernstein and Lloyd Webber that weaves the artists’ personal experiences from television appearances, opera companies, symphonies, Broadway and church. For information about “Songs of a Dream” contact Kathy Bliss at 312-341-2365 or kbliss@auditoriumtheatre.org.

The mission of the Chorale named for its founder, the late Brazeal Dennard, Detroit music educator, composer, tenor and conductor, and former president of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc. (est, 1919) is to “remember, discover, preserve, and share the Negro spiritual as a part of the artistic community, and to rediscover and perform significant choral works

by Black composers.”

For more information, visit brazealdennard.org.

Jeremy Jordan Ross Scholarship, the Bruno Raikin Memorial Piano Scholarship, and the Van Cliburn Scholarship at The Juilliard School.

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Donald L. Duster, business and non-profit executive dies at 81 A world traveler and lifelong Chicagoan who had the distinction of claiming Ida B. Wells as his grandmother, Donald Leon Duster, passed away recently at the age of 81.

Mr. Duster was born on the South Side of Chicago February 10, 1932 and attended Wendell Phillips High School and graduated salutatorian in 1949. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from University of Illinois in 1953. After college he served as a 2nd Lieutenant on active duty with the United States Army. He received an MBA from DePaul University in 1978.

In 1962, he started his career as a manager at Spiegel Company where he worked for seven years. He then went to Commonwealth Edison (now ComEd) where he worked for 25 years in various management positions. He took a leave of absence from 1977 – 1979 to join Governor

James R. Thompson’s cabinet as the Director of the Illinois Department of Business and Economic Development.

After leaving ComEd in 1987, Donald became the Assistant Executive Director of Chicago Commons Association, a community-based not-for-profit social service agency. For over 20 years he oversaw the operations of several sites and numerous social service programs throughout the city of Chicago.

Donald was a dedicated family man who loved to travel and was an avid photographer. He was a member of the United States –South Africa Leader Exchange Program (USSALEP), an organization devoted to finding a peaceful transition to a post-apartheid era. That gave him the opportunity to travel to several places in South Africa during the

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1970s.

He also enjoyed his visits to Russia, Cuba, Australia, India, Mexico and many other countries in Africa and Europe. He loved classical music, opera, tennis, chess, bowling, watching hockey and playing bridge. A true lover of books, he was a member of a book club for over 25 years.

He was also a long-time member of The Economic Club of Chicago.

As a grandson of journalist and civil rights activist Ida B. Wells, Donald and his four siblings founded The Ida B. Wells Memorial Foundation in 1988 to preserve the legacy of their grandmother. They recognized accomplished journalists and in 2008 established an Ida B. Wells Scholarship for students at Rust College. Don was also a member of the Ida B. Wells Commemorative Art Committee that has commissioned Richard Hunt to create a

monument in Chicago to honor Ida B. Wells.

Donald L. Duster made a peaceful transition on March 11 at age 81.

His brothers Benjamin C. Duster and Charles E. Duster preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 50 years (Maxine), his children Michelle (Barry Coleman), David Duster and Daniel Duster, his brother Troy Duster, sister Alfreda Ferrell, and a host of nieces and nephews.

A tribute service for Donald L. Duster will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Chicago, 6400 S. Kimbark. The family will establish a scholarship in the name of Donald L. Duster. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Ida B. Wells Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 19579, Chicago, IL 60619.

Urban League, business icon Hank Schwab “walked the walk” Hank Schwab was known for many things – a successful businessman, civil rights champion, entertainment manager, as well as someone who came to work when he was in his 90s. Mr. Schwab died recently following a brief illness. Those who knew him best recalled he was “a generous man who wanted everyone to have an opportunity.”

Milton Moses, owner of Community Insurance Center on 526 E. 87th Street, bought Mr. Schwab’s insurance company, Skyway Insurance Agency, in 1979 and the men became friends and co-workers for the next four decades. Moses chuckled when he recalled that Mr. Schwab wanted it to be clear that he was not the owner of the company and was fond of saying “I am the white man who works for the Black man.”

Moses said that Mr. Schwab attended meetings in his stead and became a mainstay at the Chicago Urban League and the Chatham Business Association among others.

“These were meetings that were important but didn’t require me to be there,” Moses explained.

In his online autobiography Mr. Schwab described himself as one who was considered an “enemy alien,” adding that his thick German accent made it difficult during the pre-World War II era to find a job. In Gary, his first U.S. home, Mr. Schwab landed a $12 per week job sorting beer bottles from Coca Cola empties and soon moved to work at an Ashland Avenue hardware store where the owner asked him to develop a sporting goods department. It was then that he abandoned his given name – Hans Ruprecht Wilhelm Schwab – and adopted the first name Hank, partially because it was a name popular with many baseball players then.

Sluggish sales and no savings

noted that when Mr. Schwab turned 92 he came into the office three days a week, and then one day a week, and a couple of years later it went from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Then about three weeks or a month ago he said, he would get up in the morning and just didn’t feel like it so he would stay home.”

Chicago Urban League C.E.O. Andrea Zopp described Mr. Schwab as “ a warm, kind, and generous person. He loved people and he wanted people to have an opportunity like he did.” She recalled her most memorable moment with Mr. Schwab was during an Urban League Golden Fellowship Dinner.

“We opened with the Black Eyed Peas song ‘Let’s Get It Started,’ and Hank did it with gusto and enthusiasm. He was 96 or 97 then,” she chuckled.

Mr. Schwab, a staple at Urban League events and meetings, also was a founder of the Golden Fellowship Dinner. In 2009, he was presented the Edwin C. (Bill) Berry

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caused Mr. Schwab to seek employment advice and help from his insurance agent. Mr. Schwab initially rejected his agent’s offer to sell hospitalization insurance on a commission-only basis. He told the agent “insurance is the last thing I will do.” And it was.

Moses said Mr. Schwab came into the office several times per week “until three or four weeks ago.” He “Really going to miss Hank. He was a fixture at Rainbow PUSH particularly during the tough years when Rev. Jackson just came back from establishing Rainbow in DC and the room was short for bodies. He carried the torch for so many. Not to mention what he did for Chatham,” Alvin Boutte, Jr. Chicago.

Civil Rights Award at the dinner.

“He has been recognized at the dinner every year. He had a passion about the mission of the Urban League and wanted to create an opportunity for African Americans.

He truly believed everyone should have access to equal opportunity. He was a role model and inspiration, and he was someone who walked the walk,” Zopp said.

A Lake Meadows resident, Mr. Schwab developed a friendship with Berry, executive director of the CUL from 1956-70. It was Berry who got Mr. Schwab interested in being a part of the CUL. Mr. Schwab wrote that shortly after he joined the CUL he was asked to join the board, which at the time included Charles Swibel, head of the Chicago Housing Authority, Robert Pritzker of the Hyatt Hotel family, James O’Conner, CEO of the Commonwealth Edison Co, George Johnson of Johnson Products, the late Professor Philip Hauser of the University of Chicago, the late State Representative William Robinson and many other prominent Chicago leaders. Mr. Schwab served for 11 years.

Mr. Schwab wrote after accompanying Berry to a National League Conference in Dayton, Ohio in 1958, he was so impressed with the organization that he attended the

Hank Schwab next 43 conferences which is where he met “every African American leader and public official from across the country and became personally acquainted with most of them.” He also wrote “I was privileged to be in the “smoke-filled” room when the powers of the Urban League chose Whitney Young to succeed Lester Granger as executive director of the National Urban League. This was a great event in my life since Whitney became a very good friend. The current CEO, now called President, Hugh Price, is the fifth President under whom I have attended conferences; the others besides the ones men-

tioned were Vernon Jordan and John Jacob.”

The Chicago Urban League appointed me Chairman of the Benefit Committee and in that capacity I met and became very friendly with Sammy Davis Jr. and I was given two “Sammy” awards by the league for my efforts. Among other affairs I chaired was a concert at McCormick Place in which Tony Bennett, Dave Brubeck and his Quartet, Oscar Brown Jr., Joe Williams and others appeared. I was also put in charge of the World Premiere of Oscar Brown Jr.’s Musical “Kicks & Company,” also at the Arie Crown Theatre of McCormick Place.

Pullman Economic Development . . .

(Continued from page 11) "The plan outlined by Mayor Emanuel incorporates the Arts. This is a powerful indicator that there are new opportunities on the way that will allow the community to grow economically and socially," Peterson said, “This charge parallels the Museum’s mission to chronicle and

showcase the legacy of the Black Labor history."

“The Mayor's support of the arts in Pullman is viewed as picking up the mantle of former first lady Maggie Daley who was the first to share our vision.” declared Peterson. He noted that Mrs. Daley facilitated the funding for the ten foot concrete mosaic Saturday, April 6, 2013

statue located on the lawn of the museum, which bears the likeness of A. Philip Randolph, Pullman Porters, and Milton P. Webster, was created

by Renee Townsend and 15 Corliss High School students. The statue stands prominently at the site of the Museum, 10406 S. Maryland directly across the Wheelworks Complex highlighted in the plan.

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(Continued from page 10) er.”

Urban Prep will host commencement exercises for this year’s graduating seniors on June 7, 2013 at the UIC Forum.

About Urban Prep Urban Prep Academies was founded in 2002 by Tim

King and a group of AfricanAmerican education, business and civic leaders who wanted to improve the educational opportunities available to urban boys. In 2005, this nonprofit organization was approved to open Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men – Englewood

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 4) Hadiya Pendelton pleaded not guilty in court yesterday. It is certainly a victory to have brought the alleged killers to stand before the justice system but also bitter consolation for her parents who will forever be without their beloved child.

Yet, in the midst of doing what’s right and proper in this case, the Chicago police chose to level nearly 200 counts of varying severity against the two. 141 counts of first-degree murder against the suspected shooter, Mic hael Ward and eight counts of attempted murder. The alleged get-away driver, Kenneth Williams, was charged with 17 counts of first-degree murder and two counts of attempted murder. Both boys were also charged with two counts of aggravated battery,

10 counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm and one count of mob action.

Overzealousness does not begin to describe the magnitude of these charges yet that excess can still do nothing to mend the countless broken hearts created by this case.

The very idea of the loss and devastation to all the families involved is unspeakable. All of these are lost lives. And the Biblical references rolled conflictingly in my head. “Thou shall not kill” vs. “an eye for an eye.” I look into the face of Hadiya and I saw joy and youth and promise and I look into the face of Michael and Kenneth and see lost potential and waste.

After meeting with my son and grandson yesterday

for a bite to eat my son sent me a text this morning that almost demanded I write this letter. He told me how we should do this more often and how he enjoys my company. It literally brought tears to my eyes. All these young people should be bringing the same type of joy to their parents. They should be planning futures and not contemplating death and loss.

I cannot even commit these words to paper without physically feeling the loss on both sides.

Why can’t we get these young people to see the promise and hope they are destroying.Persecution and sorrow, resurrection and joy. Must we always have so much of the former and so little of the latter.

Patricia AndrewsKeenan Patricia is a Media and PR practitioner and owner of the Tallulah Group

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HOUSES FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-R1 Plaintiff, v s .

UNKNOWN HEIRS OR LEGATEES OF EUGENE LOCKHART, CARY ROSENTHAL, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF EUGENE LOCKHART, CITY OF CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, CITY OF C H I C A G O , DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 13321 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 23, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-21-315-020-0000.

Commonly known as 6949 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession.

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 236-0077.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I517031

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS 4/6, 4/13, 4/20 COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WINTRUST MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF BARRINGTON BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A., SUCCESSOR THROUGH Drivers-Owner Ops. $1.23/Mi. MERGER WITH WINTRUST Dedicated Routes, Permits, MORTGAGE CORPORATION Fuel Taxes paid.

F/K/A SGB CORPORATION D/B/A Plate pgrm.

WEST AMERICA MORTGAGE COMPANY, Use our Dry vans.

P l a i n t i f f , 1 yr. verif. Exp. v s .

TERESA SEDLACEK; UNKNOWN 877-900-5287 OWNERS AND NON3/16, 3/23 RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , HELP WANTED 12 CH 5201 NOTICE OF SALE Class A CDL PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Drivers. Starting Pay that pursuant to a Judgment of 45 cpm loaded! Great Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above Home Time, Benefits, entitled cause on January 15, 2013 401K, Quarterly Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will Bonus.. on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell 877-261-2101 at public auction to the highest bidder for Blacks Must control their own coMMunity cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-36-202-032-0000.

Commonly known as 7952 South Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be

HELP WANTED DRIVERS

Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 7926 South Drexel Chicago, IL 60619.

Avenue, P.I.N. 20-.35-101-030-1003 & 20-35-101- 0 3 0 - 1 0 0 6 .

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, PO Box 165028, Columbus, Ohio 43216-5028.

(614) 220-5611.

12-018317 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I518209

HOUSES FOR SALE

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Black males from CPS enrolling in college since we graduated our first class is an Urban Prep alumnus—and that’s just when we had one campus, now we have three.

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RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 5201 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 15, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-36-202-032-0000.

Commonly known as 7952 South Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 983-0770. For Bidding instructions call (630) 453-6713 24 hours prior to sale.

F 1 1 1 2 0 2 5 0 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I514913

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY CONSUMER SOLUTIONS 3, LLC P l a i n t i f f , s . v SAM KWARTOWSKI; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SAM KWARTOWSKI, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 10 CH 3536 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on January 25, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described p r o p e r t y : P.I.N. 21-30-414-009-0000.

Commonly known as 7837 SOUTH COLES AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after of the sale. confirmation For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 3 7 0 7 6 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I518086 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N ; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

DAVID RILEY; DREXEL CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 37053 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 31, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 7926 South Drexel Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.

P.I.N. 20-.35-101-030-1003 & 20-35-101- 0 3 0 - 1 0 0 6 .

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, PO Box 165028, Columbus, Ohio 43216-5028.

(614) 220-5611.

12-018317 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

VINCE A. MORGAN; CITIBANK, NA AS I N D E N T U R E TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST SERIES 2006-SL2; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND N O N R E C O R D CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 22145 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 25, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, April 26, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: 20-21-408-008-0000; P.I.N. 20-21-408- 0 0 7 - 0 0 0 0 .

Commonly known as 6821 South Perry Chicago, IL 60621 Avenue, The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Property Act. Condominium Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be for inspection open For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (866) 402-8661. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

F 1 2 0 4 0 1 1 5 JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N (312) 444-1122 Selling Officer, I517105

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY WELLS FARGO BANK, NA P l a i n t i f f , v s .

LESINSKI; UNKNOWN WOJIECH OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , CH 08727 12 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described p r o p e r t y : P.I.N. 20-16-301-008-0000.

Commonly known as 5927 SOUTH UNION AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1 2 0 2 5 2 0 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I514920

The Chicago Crusader

iN tHe CiRCuit COuRt OF COOK COuNty, iLLiNOiS COuNty dePARtMeNt CHANCeRy diViSiON ONeWeSt bANK, FSb (d/b/A FiNANCiAL FReedOM, A diViSiON OF ONeWeSt bANK, FSb) Plaintiff, -v.RAyMONd SteWARt, uNited StAteS OF AMeRiCA - SeCRetARy OF HOuSiNG ANd uRbAN deVeLOPMeNt, MidLANd CRedit MANAGeMeNt, iNC., ASSet ACCePtANCe, LLC, uNKNOWN OWNeRS ANd NONReCORd CLAiMANtS defendants 12 CH 014129 439 W. 61St StReet CHiCAGO, iL 60621 NOtiCe OF SALe PubLiC NOtiCe iS HeReby GiVeN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 17, 2013, an agent of the Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 19, 2013, at the the Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker drive - 24th Floor, CHiCAGO, iL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 439 W. 61St StReet, CHiCAGO, iL 60621 Property index No. 20-16-317-007. the real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to the Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. the subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 Plaintiff and in “AS iS” condition. the sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. if the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. the Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). if this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: COdiLiS & ASSOCiAteS, P.C., 15W030 NORtH FRONtAGe ROAd, Suite 100, buRR RidGe, iL 60527, (630) 794-9876.

Please refer to file number 14-11-40396. tHe JudiCiAL SALeS CORPORAtiON One South Wacker drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, iL 606064650 (312) 236-SALe you can also visit the Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. COdiLiS & ASSOCiAteS, P.C. 15W030 NORtH FRONtAGe ROAd, Suite 100 buRR RidGe, iL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-1140396 Attorney ARdC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 014129 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. i516257

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC; P l a i n t i f f , s . v KATRINA RODDY AKA KATRINA A. PARKVILLE RODDY; CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; CITY CHICAGO; OF OWNERS AND UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS; NONRECORD D e f e n d a n t s , CH 24284 12 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on January 14, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described p r o p e r t y : P.I.N. 20-15-118-022-1019.

Commonly known as 5734 SOUTH KING DRIVE UNIT 2F, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. The (312) Chicago 476-5500. Crusader Refer to File Number 1 2 1 2 5 6 0 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I514934

Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after of the sale. confirmation For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 5 6 0 .

1 2 1 2 JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N (312) 444-1122 Selling Officer, I514934 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION PARK FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK P l a i n t i f f , v s .

ALVIN FRANKLIN, LORETTA WILLIAMS-FRAN K L I N , CITY OF CHICAGO, LESSEES, N O N - R E C O R D CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS Defendants, 12 CH 1466 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on December 3, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 22, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 138-140 West 70th Street, Chicago, IL 60621.

P.I.N. 20-21-415-037-0000 and 20-21-415- 0 4 0 - 0 0 0 0 .

The mortgaged real estate is a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession.

Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Michael J. Goldrick at Plaintiff's Attorney, Goldrick & Goldrick, Ltd., 10829 South Western Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60643. (773) 7 7 9 - 9 3 8 4 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I516945 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY PARTNERSHIP BANK, URBAN P l a i n t i f f , s . v 218 WEST 75TH STREET BUILDING, SCOTT LLC, MICHELLE ROSENZWEIG, NOT SEIDENBERG, BUT AS PERSONALLY ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HARRY PRICE, GFGR INC. A R C H I T E C T S ENGINEERS, AMC ELECTRICAL & INC., MECHANICAL, UNKNOWN OWNERS, UNKNOWN AND NONTENANTS, RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s , CH 23748 12 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 26, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 22, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 218 West 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60621.

P.I.N. 20-28-226-014-0000, 20-28-226-032-0000, 20-28-226-033-0000, 20-28-226-034-0000, 20-28-226-037-0000, 20-28-226- 0 5 2 - 0 0 0 0 .

The mortgaged real estate is a commercial building and vacant land. This property may be available for inspection by contacting Eric Janssen at 773-327-9300.

Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds.

For information call Ms. Melissa J. Lettiere at Stahl Cowen Crowley Addis, LLC, 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603.

312-641-0060.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I516965

COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION METLIFE HOME LOANS, A DIVISION OF METLIFE BANK, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , v .

ERIKA JONES A/K/A ERIKA S JONES, STEPHANIE JONES A/K/A STEPHANIE P JONES, DARYL JONES A/K/A DARYL K JONES, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s 12 CH 34146 7828 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 6, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 7, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7828 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-319-021-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with a two car detached garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1205659. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1205659 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 34146 TJSC#: 33-3107 I520607

P.I.N. 20-22-200-030.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

No refunds. The judgment amount was $270,425.66. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff's Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 1 1 - 0 4 3 6 7 I520283

HOUSES FOR SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY CITIMORTGAGE, INC., P l a i n t i f f , v s .

KENDRICK LANCE, D e f e n d a n t s , 11 CH 18279 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 5, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 6344 South Vernon IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637.

COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY P.I.N. 20-22-200-030.

DEPARTMENT CHANCERY The mortgaged real estate is improved DIVISION METLIFE HOME LOANS, A with a single family residence. If the DIVISION OF METLIFE BANK, N.A. subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a P l a i n t i f f , common interest community, the purchaser v . of the unit other than a mortgagee shall ERIKA JONES A/K/A ERIKA S JONES, pay the assessments required by STEPHANIE JONES A/K/A STEPHANIE subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the P JONES, DARYL JONES A/K/A DARYL Condominium Property Act. K JONES, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

D e f e n d a n t s No refunds. The judgment amount was 12 CH 34146 $270,425.66. The property will NOT be 7828 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE open for inspection.

BlacksILMust c60619 ontrol their own ccall oMMunity CHICAGO, For information Mr. Ira T. Nevel at NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS Plaintiff's Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. in the above cause on February 6, 2013, an 1 1 - 0 4 3 6 7 agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, I520283 will at 10:30 AM on May 7, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7828 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-319-021-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with a two car detached garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , v s .

MARIA VISTO-PEREZ A/K/A MARIA A V I S T O - P E R E Z ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 36166 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 4, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 20-27-302-005-0000.

Commonly known as 7519 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 6 0 6 1 9 .

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1 2 1 9 4 2 7 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I520250 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

LARRY MANNIE; ISABELLE MANNIE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 11 CH 18112 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 4, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: 20-21-322-038-0000.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 722 WEST 71ST STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1 1 1 0 1 2 5 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I520203

CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL C O R P O R A T I O N , P l a i n t i f f , s . v MELANIE PELL, WELLS FARGO BANK, (SUCCESSOR NA TO FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK) D O C . ( #0030012404), TAXPAYER OF 5742 PERRY, SOUTH ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN CHICAGO, AND OWNERS NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s , CH 37616 12 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 26, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 6, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in its office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: Commonly known as 5742 South Perry, IL. Chicago, 20-16-219-037.

P.I.N. The property consists of vacant land.

Sale terms: 10% of the purchase price will be required to bid at the sale. The balance of the purchase price required by 12:00 the following day. p.m.

The property will NOT be open for i n s p e c t i o n .

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the a l e . s For information call City of Chicago Counsel/Collection and Corporation Ownership Litigation Division, 33 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602 742-0007.

(312) JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N (312) 444-1122 Selling Officer, I520164 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON THE BANK OF FKA NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOL D E R OF CWMBS INC. CHL MORTGAGE THROUGH TRUST PASS MORTGAGE PASS 2006-HYB2, THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-HYB2; Plaintiff, v s .

DANN DUFF; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; JAYNE DUFF; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DANN DUFF, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 26030 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on February 1, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 6, 2013 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-29-411-006-0000.

Commonly known as 7617 South Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60620.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W12-3261.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I520147

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

PATSY DARLING; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF PATSY DARLING, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 20890 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 13, 2012 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will COUNTY, ILLINOIS on Monday, May 6, 2013 at the hour of 11 COUNTY DEPARTMENT a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison CHANCERY DIVISION Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL at public auction to the highest bidder for C O R P O R A T I O N , cash, as set forth below, the following P l a i n t i f f , described mortgaged real estate: v s .

P.I.N. 20-26-125-011-0000.

MELANIE PELL, WELLS FARGO BANK, Commonly known as 7439 South Drexel NA (SUCCESSOR Avenue, Chicago, Il 60619.

TO FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK) The mortgaged real estate is improved ( D O C . with a single family residence. If the #0030012404), TAXPAYER OF 5742 subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a SOUTH PERRY, common interest community, the purchaser CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN of the unit other than a mortgagee shall OWNERS AND pay the assessments required by NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the D e f e n d a n t s , Saturday, 6, 2013 Condominium Property Act. 12 CH 37616 April Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, NOTICE OF SALE balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that No refunds. The property will NOT be pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure open for inspection. entered in the above entitled cause on For information call the Sales Clerk at February 26, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 6, Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in its office at Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W12-2105.

120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder C O R P O R A T I O N for cash, the following described property: Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Commonly known as 5742 South Perry, I519963 Chicago, IL. P.I.N. 20-16-219-037.

The property consists of vacant land.

Sale terms: 10% of the purchase price will be required to bid at the sale. The balance of the purchase price required by 12:00

Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-26-125-011-0000.

Commonly known as 7439 South Drexel Avenue, Chicago, Il 60619.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W12-2105.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I519963

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY O N D I V I S I PNC BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO MID AMERICA BANK, FSB, f P l a i n t i f V .

JEAN J. PELISSIER; SAMEERA WEST HIGHLAND PELISSIER; ASSOCIATION; CONDOMINIUM OWNERS AND UNKNOWN NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s 10 CH 22281 Property Address: 6735 South Ridgeland Avenue Unit 3S Chicago, IL 60649 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-029260 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage sales.) foreclosure PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on February 15, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on May 16, 2013, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 6735 South Ridgeland Avenue, Unit 3S, Chicago, IL 60649 Permanent Index No.: 20-24-303 - 0 2 5 - 1 0 0 6 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

The judgment amount was $182,618.86.

Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify information. all For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only.

I517144 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY INC.; CITIMORTGAGE, P l a i n t i f f , s . v ALAWODE AND OLUSOJI ALAWODE; OLUFUNMILAVO CITIBANK FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK BANK OF AND AMERICA, N.A.; UNKNOWN TENANTS; N K N O W N U AND NON RECORD OWNERS Defendants, CLAIMANTS; CH 42620 11 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 1, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 6, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 7131 South Eberhart Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.

P.I.N. 20-27-202-009.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

No refunds. The judgment amount was $238,731.98. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff's Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 1 1 - 0 9 3 7 5 I519951

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09 CH 45542 5538 SOUTH LAFAYETTE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 18, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 29, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5538 SOUTH LAFAYETTE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-206-059-0000. The real estate is improved with a brick 2 unit; no garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA0928409. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA0928409 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 09 CH 45542 TJSC#: 33-4125 I519091

HOUSES FOR SALE iN tHe CiRCuit COuRt OF COOK COuNty, iLLiNOiS COuNty dePARtMeNt - CHANCeRy diViSiON uS bANK NAtiONAL ASSOCiAtiON, AS tRuStee FOR CRedit SuiSSe FiRSt bOStON CSFb 2006-4 Plaintiff, -v.SAM MOORe, MORtGAGe eLeCtRONiC ReGiStRAtiON SySteMS, iNC. defendants 10 CH 053632 7618 S. PAuLiNA StReet CHiCAGO, iL 60620 NOtiCe OF SALe PubLiC NOtiCe iS HeReby GiVeN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 31, 2012, an agent of the Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 25, 2013, at the the Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker drive 24th Floor, CHiCAGO, iL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7618 S. PAuLiNA StReet, CHiCAGO, iL 60620 Property index No. 2030-417-025. the real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to the Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. the subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 Plaintiff and in “AS iS” condition. the sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. if the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. the Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). if this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: COdiLiS & ASSOCiAteS, P.C., 15W030 NORtH FRONtAGe ROAd, Suite 100, buRR RidGe, iL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-39732. tHe JudiCiAL SALeS CORPORAtiON One South Wacker drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, iL 606064650 (312) 236-SALe you can also visit the Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. COdiLiS & ASSOCiAteS, P.C. 15W030 NORtH FRONtAGe ROAd, Suite 100 buRR RidGe, iL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-10-39732 Attorney ARdC No. 00468002 Attorney Code.

21762 Case Number: 10 CH 053632 tJSC#: 33-5820 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. i518417

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY P l a i n t i f f , v .

TREANNA D. EVANS, HARRIS BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS D e f e n d a n t s 10 CH 13723 1220 E. 63RD STREET Chicago, IL 60637 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 29, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 30, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1220 E. 63RD STREET, Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-14-412-034-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $222,943.23. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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 Plaintiff's attorney: KROPIK, PAPUGA & SHAW, 120 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1500, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 236-6405.

Please refer to file number 39573. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. KROPIK, PAPUGA & SHAW 120 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1500 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 236-6405 Attorney File No. 39573 Attorney Code.

91024 Case Number: 10 CH 13723 TJSC#: 33-2648 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.

I520589 iN tHe CiRCuit COuRt OF COOK COuNty, iLLiNOiS COuNty dePARtMeNt - CHANCeRy diViSiON FiFtH tHiRd MORtGAGe COMPANy Plaintiff, -v.iGOR LeVeNCHuK, LiANA LeVeNCHuK, StAte OF iLLiNOiS, uNited StAteS OF AMeRiCA, uNKNOWN OWNeRS ANd NON-ReCORd CLAiMANtS

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defendants 12 CH 12562 5837 SOutH SHieLdS AVeNue CHiCAGO, iL 60621 NOtiCe OF SALe PubLiC NOtiCe iS HeReby GiVeN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 11, 2013, an agent of the Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 15, 2013, at the the Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker drive 24th Floor, CHiCAGO, iL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5837 SOutH SHieLdS AVeNue, CHiCAGO, iL 60621 Property index No. 20-16-216037-0000. the real estate is improved with a 2 story multi-unit building with a detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to the Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. the subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the united States, the united States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 u.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the united States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). if this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PieRCe & ASSOCiAteS, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHiCAGO, iL 60602. tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1204893. tHe JudiCiAL SALeS CORPORAtiON One South Wacker drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, iL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALe you can also visit the Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PieRCe & ASSOCiAteS One North dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHiCAGO, iL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1204893 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 12562 i514355

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO SHOREBANK, P l a i n t i f f , v s .

CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO FIFTH THIRD BANK, F/K/A OLD KENT BANK, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED MAY 28, 1999 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 16359; JAMES O'BANNER, JR. UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 15181 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 22, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 22, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY bidder for cash, the following described DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION mortgaged real estate: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Commonly known as 7154-60 S. P l a i n t i f f , Vincennes, Chicago, Il 60621. v .

P.I.N. 20-28-204-027-0000.

CHARLES AUSTIN The mortgaged real estate is a D e f e n d a n t s multi-family residence. The successful 09 CH 45542 purchaser is entitled to possession of the 5538 SOUTH LAFAYETTE AVENUE property only. The purchaser may only CHICAGO, IL 60621 obtain possession of units within the NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS multi-unit property occupied by individuals HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a named in the order of possession. The Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered property may be made available for in the above cause on October 18, 2012, an inspection by contacting Mr. Steve S. agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, Spinell at (312) 464-8800 x 284. the will at 10:30 AM on April 29, 2013, at the purchaser of the unit other than a The Judicial Sales Corporation, One mortgagee shall pay the assessments and South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, the legal fees required by subdivisions CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the auction to the highest bidder, as set forth Condominium Property Act. coMMunity their own control Must lacksreal below, the followingBdescribed estate: Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the Commonly known as 5538 SOUTH time of sale, a cashier's or certified check LAFAYETTE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL for 10% of the successful bid amount. The 60621 Property Index No. balance of the successful bid shall be paid 20-16-206-059-0000. The real estate is within 24 hours, by similar funds. improved with a brick 2 unit; no garage.

For information call Ms. Erica N. Byrd at Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by Garfield & Merel, Ltd., 180 North Stetson certified funds at the close of the sale Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601-6710. payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

(312) 288-0105.

No third party checks will be accepted. The INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES balance, including the Judicial sale fee for C O R P O R A T I O N Abandoned Residential Property Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 Municipality Relief Fund, which is I516960 calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or

The mortgaged real estate is a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession. The property may be made available for inspection by contacting Mr. Steve S. Spinell at (312) 464-8800 x 284. the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds.

For information call Ms. Erica N. Byrd at Garfield & Merel, Ltd., 180 North Stetson Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601-6710.

(312) 288-0105.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I516960 iN tHe CiRCuit COuRt OF COOK COuNty, iLLiNOiS COuNty dePARtMeNt - CHANCeRy diViSiON WeLLS FARGO bANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.bOyKO P. diMitROV, uNKNOWN OWNeRS ANd NONReCORd CLAiMANtS defendants 12 CH 009930 5537 S. AbeRdeeN StReet CHiCAGO, iL 60621 NOtiCe OF SALe PubLiC NOtiCe iS HeReby GiVeN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 31, 2013, an agent of the Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 2, 2013, at the the Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker drive 24th Floor, CHiCAGO, iL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5537 S. AbeRdeeN StReet, CHiCAGO, iL 60621 Property index No. 20-17-202016. the real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to the Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. the subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 Plaintiff and in “AS iS” condition. the sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. if the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. the Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). if this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 iLCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: COdiLiS & ASSOCiAteS, P.C., 15W030 NORtH FRONtAGe ROAd, Suite 100, buRR RidGe, iL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-1206917. tHe JudiCiAL SALeS CORPORAtiON One South Wacker drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, iL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALe you can also visit the Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

COdiLiS & ASSOCiAteS, P.C. 15W030 NORtH FRONtAGe ROAd, Suite 100 buRR RidGe, iL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-06917 Attorney ARdC No. 00468002 Attorney Code.

21762 Case Number: 12 CH 009930 tJSC#: 33-6916 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. i520010

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE A DIVISION OF NATIONAL CITY BANK P l a i n t i f f , v .

RONALD ROSEBORO A/K/A RONALD S. ROSEBORO, PNC BANK, NA S/B/M TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNITED STATES OF A M E R I C A D e f e n d a n t s 12 CH 09505 7648 SOUTH MAY STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 17, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 19, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7648 SOUTH MAY STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-29-408-037-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story multi family home with no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or 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 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 this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1204712. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1204712 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 09505 I517314

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HEALTH

Hospital employees say use of temporary workers a safe staffing issue With merger, employees concerned that use of temps is also a ‘slippery slope’ toward eliminating some full-time jobs Dozens of Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital workers and supporters rallied outside the facility last week, raising public attention to concerns that the hospital wants to use temporary workers to fill absences instead of relying on existing staff to care for pa-

today’s labor force,” said patient care technician Clarise Evans.

“Our concern is a safe staffing issue. Using temp workers to deliver healthcare where patients often get to know their caregivers on a personal level could interfere with the continuity of care and damage the credibility of our hospital.”

Schwab, located at 1401 S. California Ave., is part of Sinai Health System, a seven-member healthcare group that includes

28TH WARD ALDERMAN JASON ERVIN expresses support for workers during a recent rally outside of Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital.

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN Clarise Evans speaks to crowd outside Schwab Hospital. tients.

Use of temporary workers also opens the gates to a “slippery slope” for the hospital to rely on a lesser-trained workforce to provide care as the hospital rolls out a merger plan with Holy Cross hospital, another safety net healthcare facility.

“We’re not saying there’s no place for temporary workers in

Mt. Sinai Hospital. Both institutions, along with Holy Cross, are “safety net” hospitals utilized by uninsured and under-insured residents. Workers at Schwab are concerned that the lower wages of temp workers could be a motivation for the hospital to rely on the worker pool to fill positions as the merger progresses rather than hire and properly train perma-

nent full-time workers.

“As alderman of this ward, my concern is that Schwab and Mt. Sinai hospitals continue to operate at an optimum level. That means delivery of safe patient care must be a priority as well as respect for the work force,” said Alderman Jason Ervin (28th).

“Use of temporary workers to deliver care when a more experienced and familiar staff is available give the impression that safety and consistency of care

may not be the primary concern.”

Workers noted the economic and social challenges faced by many who use the hospital as a primary source for healthcare and cautioned that compassion and quality shouldn’t suffer because of financial concerns.

“I came here in a wheel chair and I could hardly function,” said former patient Sherry Kline.

“Now I can walk; I can talk; and my vision is better. The care giver who worked with me was named

Lisa. I don’t remember her last name, but I will always remember her. She was somebody I looked forward to seeing every day. I depended on her.

“Hospital workers aren’t the kind of people you can plug-in and pull-out like pegs,” she continued. “They develop relationships that give hospitals credibility. So this idea of relying on temporary workers to fill absences doesn’t make sense to me either.”

Park District offers free healthy lifestyle classes participate in a wide variety of physical activities and games.

Established in 2008, the MEND Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire children, families and adults to lead and sustain fitter, healthier and happier lives – with a focus on changing the behaviors that cause obesity. The foundation fulfills its vision with the MEND program, an obesity prevention and intervention program for low-income families in underserved communities. For more information, go to www.mendfoundation.org.

Palmer Park MEND program is possible due to funding from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and the Chicago Community Trust.

The Chicago Park District is partnering with the MEND Foundation to launch an admission free, healthy lifestyle program for families with children ages 7-13 who are above a healthy weight at Palmer Park, 201 E. 111th St., Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m., from April 1-June 9.

Registration is required for the classes. Interested families can call the wellness hotline at 312742-4740.

With one in three children overweight or obese, the MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition...Do it!) program aims to improve overall health and fitness of families. Families will learn how to read food labels and take part in nutrition sessions. They will also learn about healthy portion sizes and will be shown the effects different foods have on their health.

During the course, children will

For more information, visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or call 312-742-PLAY.

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Blacks Must control their own coMMunity

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