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To The Unconquerable Host of Africans Who Are Laying Their Sacrifices Upon The Editorial Altar For Their Race VOLUME LXXIV NUMBER 47—SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015

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In Selma Obama proved that he is ‘Black enough’

By George E. Curry NNPA Editor-in-Chief NEWS ANALYSIS SELMA, Ala. (NNPA) – Throughout his campaign for the presidency, Barack Obama was dogged by one question: Is he Black enough? The question was repeated so often that after showing up late for an appearance at the 2008 annual convention of the National

Association of Black Journalists in Las Vegas, Obama said, “I want to apologize for being late, but you guys keep asking whether I am Black enough.”

After a 33-minute speech Saturday in Selma, Ala. commemorating the Selma to Montgomery March and passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act, nobody was asking: Is Barack Obama Black enough?

President Obama rarely discussed the issue

of race in his first six years in office except in reaction to a major racial catastrophe such as the shooting deaths of Trayvon Martin in Florida and Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo. or the arrest of Harvard University Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. for breaking into his own home.

On Saturday, however, the President seemed comfortable discussing race in public, showing he has a deep appreciation for the accom-

plishments of the Civil Rights Movement and quoting or referencing the Bible, Black spirituals, James Baldwin, Sojourner Truth, Fannie Lou Hamer, Langston Hughes, the Tuskegee Airmen, Jackie Robinson and even his favorite hip-hop artist Jay-Z. While connecting with African Americans, President Obama also underscored the significance of civil rights warriors making America (Continued on page 2)

PRESIDENT OBAMA AND FAMILY march hand in hand with Congressman John Lewis and thousands of supporters, marking the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, in a quest to secure voting rights for African Americans in the South led by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

THE CHICAGO CRUSADER TURNS 75 A Crusader Staff Report “The Chicago Crusader will be 75 years old this year and we plan to celebrate,” said Dorothy R. Leavell, Editor and Publisher of the Crusader Newspapers – Chicago and Gary. “For 75 years the Chicago publication has reported the news without fear or favor and been a community resource to tell ‘our’ story from a Black perspective,” she continued.

Mrs. Leavell celebrated 50 years of working at the Chicago Crusader in 2011 and recounted her career that did not include “newspaper” when she was first employed in 1961. She tells the story with so much passion that one has to remember that that was 54 years ago, because she tells it as though it was yesterday.

What is interesting is the history of the publication that had its beginning in the Ida

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B. Wells project at 37th and King Drive in the home of one of the its founders, Balm L. Leavell, Jr. Mr. Leavell and Joseph H. Jefferson, who was a Republican at first, began this publication to support campaigns that the Negro Labor Relations League waged in Chicago against companies that were unfair in wages and working conditions for Blacks.

One of their most successful campaigns was against Agar Meat Company in the stockyards. The Crusader and the Negro Labor Relations League fought them and “brought them to their knees.” The end result was (Continued on page 2)

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NEWS

In Selma Obama proved that he is ‘Black enough’ (Continued from page 1) hold true to its creed.

“As John [Lewis] noted, there are places and moments in America where this nation’s destiny has been decided. Many are sites of war – Concord and Lexington, Appomattox, Gettysburg. Others are sites that symbolize the daring of America’s character – Independence Hall and Seneca Falls, Kitty Hawk and Cape Canaveral,” the president said.

“Selma is such a place. In one afternoon 50 years ago, so much of our turbulent history — the stain of slavery and anguish of civil war; the yoke of segregation and tyranny of Jim Crow; the death of four little girls in Birmingham; and the dream of a Baptist preacher – all that history met on this bridge.”

He made his comments on the Edmund Pettus Bridge, where civil rights marchers were attacked by Alabama State Troopers on “Bloody Sunday,” serving as a backdrop.

“It was not a clash of armies, but a clash of wills; a contest to determine the true meaning of America,” Obama said. “And because of men and women like John Lewis, Joseph Lowery, Hosea Williams, Amelia Boynton, Diane Nash, Ralph Abernathy, C.T. Vivian, Andrew Young, Fred Shuttlesworth, Dr. Martin

the gush of blood and splintered bone would stay true to their North Star and keep marching towards justice.

“They did as Scripture instructed: ‘Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.’ And in the days to come, they went back again and again. When the trumpet call sounded for more to join, the people came – Black and white, young and old, Christian and Jew, waving the American flag and singing the same anthems full of faith and hope.”

President Obama admitted what many, if not most African Americans have long accepted as fact – it was through their efforts that other groups obtained their rights. In fact, often ahead of Blacks.

“Because of what they [protesters] did, the doors of opportunity swung open not just for Black folks, but for every American,”Obamasaid “Women marched through those doors.

Latinos marched through those doors.

Asian Americans, gay Americans, Americans with disabilities – they all came through those doors. Their endeavors gave the entire South the chance to rise again, not by reasserting the past, but by transcending the past.”

The president said in order to be true to those who sacrificed to make

PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA makes remarks at the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the “Bloody Sunday” march from Selma to Montgomery, in Selma, Alabama, Saturday, March 7, 2015. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) “With such an effort, we can make depends on our actions, on our attitudes, the things we teach our chil- sure our criminal justice system dren. And if we make such an effort, serves all and not just some. Togethno matter how hard it may some- er, we can raise the level of mutual times seem, laws can be passed, and trust that policing is built on – the consciences can be stirred, and con- idea that police officers are members of the community they risk their sensus can be built.”

Obama addressed two hot-button lives to protect, and citizens in Ferissues – the criminal justice system guson and New York and Cleveand voter disenfranchisement efforts land, they just want the same thing young people here marched for 50 – directly. years ago – the protection of the law. Together, we can address unfair sentencing and overcrowded prisons, and the stunted circumstances that rob too many boys of the chance to become men, and rob the nation of too many men who could be good dads, and good workers, and good neighbors. With effort, we can roll back poverty and the roadblocks to opportunity. Americans don’t accept a free ride for anybody, nor do we believe in equality of outcomes. But we do expect equal opportunity.”

FIFTY YEARS AGO on March 21, 1965 with protection from 1,000 military policemen and 2,000 Army Regarding Republican-led efforts troops. Thousands of people joined along the way to Montgomery, with roughly 25,000 people entering to suppress the Black and Latino the capital on the final leg of the march. On March 25, the marchers made it to the entrance of the vote, Obama said: “Right now, in Alabama State Capital building, with a petition for Gov. George Wallace.

Luther King, Jr., and so many oth- America a better place, everyone – ers, the idea of a just America and a Black and white – has an obligation Mrs. Leavell said that she had origfair America, an inclusive America, to address America’s unfinished (Continued from page 1) inally planned to have the Gala on and a generous America – that idea business. ultimately triumphed.”

“First and foremost, we have to higher wages and better working June 12, 2015, but was unable to secure that date. So for all of the President Obama also acknowl- recognize that one day’s commemo- conditions. edged the contributions of thou- ration, no matter how special, is not A “Who’s Who” of Chicagoans friends that received a “Save The sands whose name will never be enough. If Selma taught us anything, will convene within the next two Date” card in January stating June known to the public yet played a crit- it’s that our work is never done. The weeks to make plans for the 75th 12, she is asking them to instead ical role in securing the right to vote.

American experiment in self-govern- Gala. They will be known as the save the date of June 5, 2015.

The celebration is expected to be “As is true across the landscape of ment gives work and purpose to each 75th Anniversary Committee. The American history, we cannot exam- generation. Selma teaches us, as well, theme is “Crusading for 75 years, star-studded, with many old and ine this moment in isolation. The that action requires that we shed our pleading the cause for Black Ameri- new friends in attendance. A special march on Selma was part of a cynicism. For when it comes to the ca.” The venue will be the new “guest speaker” will be announced broader campaign that spanned pursuit of justice, we can afford nei- Lowes Chicago Hotel at 455 North at a later date, but Mrs. Leavell says, generations; the leaders that day ther complacency nor despair.”

Park Avenue Drive in downtown “it will be well worth the $75 per part of a long line of heroes. We He said, “If we want to honor the Chicago and the culminating event ticket price being asked.”

There are other events on the gather here to celebrate them. We courage of those who marched that will be on June 5, 2015. Co-chairs gather here to honor the courage of day, then all of us are called to pos- of the committee are: Carol E. Bell, drawing board for the celebration ordinary Americans willing to en- sess their moral imagination. All of Vice President of B Coleman Avia- including one that will be especially dure billy clubs and the chastening us will need to feel as they did the tion, LLC and Larry Ivory, Presi- for the “community grassroots” suprod; tear gas and the trampling fierce urgency of now. All of us need dent of the Illinois Black Chamber porters of the newspaper. Mrs. Leavell said to keep reading the hoof; men and women who despite to recognize as they did that change of Commerce.

2015, 50 years after Selma, there are laws across this country designed to make it harder for people to vote. As we speak, more of such laws are being proposed. Meanwhile, the Voting Rights Act, the culmination of so much blood, so much sweat and tears, the product of so much sacrifice in the face of wanton violence, the Voting Rights Act stands weakened, its future subject to political rancor.”

But the problem does not stop there, Obama said.

“Of course, our democracy is not the task of Congress alone, or the courts alone, or even the president alone. If every new voter-suppression law was struck down today, we would still have, here in America, one of the lowest voting rates among free peoples. Fifty years ago, registering to vote here in Selma and much of the South meant guessing the number of jellybeans in a jar, the number of bubbles on a bar of soap. It meant risking your dignity, and sometimes, your life.

“What’s our excuse today for not voting? How do we so casually discard the right for which so many fought? How do we so fully give away our power, our voice, in shaping America’s future? Why are we pointing to somebody else when we could take the time just to go to the polling places? We give away our power. “ Hip-hop artist Jay-Z’s remix of the song, “My President” has the popular line: “Rosa Parks sat so Martin Luther could walk / Martin Luther walked so Barack Obama could run / Barack Obama ran so all the children could fly.”

In his speech, Obama had his own line that showed he was in tune with Jay-Z’s lyrics: “We honor those who walked so we could run. We must run so our children soar.”

He added, “And we will not grow weary. For we believe in the power of an awesome God, and we believe in this country’s sacred promise.”

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newspaper as other events and final plans for the gala are announced.

Joining in the excitement is the Chicago’s sister publication the Gary Crusader, which will celebrate its 55th anniversary in 2016.

Mrs. Leavell says she is ever mindful that the success of the publication has been the support received from community and corporate friends and that she is grateful for that support.

For more information about the gala and the newspaper you may email the newspaper at chicagocrusader75thanniversary@aol.com or call (773) 752-2500. Ticket sales can be made by calling 773-752-2113.

During regular business hours ask for Mrs. Doris House, Executive Assistant to the Publisher.

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Lawsuit Hopes to Reveal Pilgrim Finances

By J. Coyden Palmer A Cook County judge is mulling over a lawsuit that would call for financial records of Pilgrim Baptist Church from 2006 to present to be made available to members.

Questions about spending and allegations of possible fraud have been whispered about in the community ever since the historic Black church burned to the ground in January of 2006. Since then, a campaign to finance a rebuilding project has stalled.

Questions surrounding how much money has been collected have not been answered for Pilgrim members or the public at large says member Isaac Whitman, who is suing Pilgrim.

“They received large sums of money in building funds. We don’t know what the total has been collected so far, what monies have been paid out of the building fund for the building,” Whitman said. “It’s been a lot of shenanigans. I’m suspicious they have taken money out of the building funds and are using it for operational costs.”

Howard Medley of Medley’s Moving & Self-Storage donated $50,000 to the church rebuilding fund. When he did not see any progress for a number of years on the project, he asked for his money back. He told the media the church told him ‘no.’

Whitman, a former IRS auditor,

has taken things a step further.

Late last year, he filed suit in Chancery Court and is asking the judge to order Pilgrim trustees to release a finance report from the latest quarter. His lawsuit covers five parts and he is alleging among other things, Pilgrim leaders violated the First Amendment, the American with Disabilities Act and freedom to worship. But, his biggest concerns are the church’s finances.

“I brought up the question about waste, fraud and abuse three years ago,” Whitman told Crusader on March 11. “I asked for a balance sheet. They have never passed out a balance sheet.

There is no transparency.”

Whitman also said according to the church’s bylaws, there must be a general business meeting every January. He said Deacon Alfonso Harrington was voted out Jan. 1 but has refused to step down and there has been no general business meeting.

Rev. Tyrone Jordan was also removed from the pulpit by church leaders, but according to Whitman, he was voted back in. Whitman said if the judge dismisses the criminal complaint for trespassing that was filed by church leaders against Jordan, he will be back in the pulpit possibly as early as this Sunday. Jordan is scheduled to appear in Criminal Court on 51st and Wentworth March 13 at 1:30 p.m.

Whitman believes the charges

are bogus and pointed to a restraining order that was denied by a Cook County judge back in October as proof some church leaders are out to get the pastor.

Whitman said the public atlarge, which poured in donations for the rebuilding fund from all over the world, has a right to know what is going on. He wants to know how much is currently in the account and how much was taken in total along with a balance sheet to find out who has

been paid and for what services.

Whitman’s suit names the Board of Trustees along with Cynthia Jones and William Stewart as defendants.

Last year, Crusader interviewed Jones and she refused to say how much money had been raised or was currently in the account. She claimed the rebuilding was still going to move forward, but would possibly have to take place on a smaller scale than the original

plan.

Whitman said recently nearly a thousand pictures displaying the church’s history were taken down without warning. The pictures date back years, and Whitman does not believe they are the church’s property.

“This is the kind of erratic behavior we are seeing from the trustees,” Whitman said. “Since the ruling in October, they put up a ‘no trespassing’ sign for Rev. Jordan.”

Sen. Collins’ Protections for Borrowers Become Law New restrictions enacted on refund anticipation loans, high-risk home loan terms In a ceremony held at the Chicago Urban League, State Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins (D16th) applauded as Governor Pat Quinn signed legislation she sponsored to protect borrowers from financial exploitation by both tax preparers who facilitate refund anticipation loans and mortgage lenders who burden low-income borrowers with unfair repayment terms. Senate Bill 1692 prohibits tax preparers from charging excess, hidden fees on refund anticipation loans (RALs) and also bans prepayment penalties, loan modification fees and balloon payments for high-risk home loans.

“This law represents yet another hard-won victory in the battle against all forms of financial exploitation, particularly those taking disproportionate advantage of low-income individuals and racial minorities,” said Sen. Collins, www.chicagocrusader.com

who chairs the Senate Financial Institutions Committee.

“Through good times and bad, through booms and busts, the American dream remains just out of reach whenever people face discrimination, misinformation or predatory lending practices.”

RALs allow customers to get their tax refunds right away but often at extremely high interest rates. Although states cannot limit the interest rates banks charge, the new law does cap rates on RALs offered by payday lenders. It also prohibits tax preparation firms from charging higher fees to RAL customers than to customers who do not take out loans and requires them to disclose interest rates, terms and the fact that customers can receive their refunds from the IRS in eight to fifteen days, interest-free. Fulfilling last year’s promise of tax relief for the working poor, it makes it illegal to lend money at interest in anticipation of a state Earned Income Tax Credit refund.

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EDITORIAL

EDITORIAL SELMA AND VOTING 50 YEARS LATER March 2015 marks the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the march across the Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama in a quest to secure voting rights for African Americans in the South. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., along with other notables including numerous student advocates endured what has become known as “Bloody Sunday,” when marchers were met with police resistance on the Pettus Bridge. The Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) paved the way in the face of the white power structure’s use of numerous tactics, legal as well as violence, to keep Blacks from participating in the voting process.

It is hard for people today to imagine the climate of terror and fear that permeated the Black community during these trying times. In Selma, Sheriff Jim Clark, an avowed racist, was a staunch advocate of white supremacy and was determined to keep Blacks away from the ballot box. All types of bogus tactics were used to accomplish this end. Civil rights workers came south to help fight this voter suppression, but the threat of violence made it difficult for Blacks to feel comfortable about organizing. According to an article entitled “The Selma Voting Rights Struggle: 15 Key Points from Bottom-Up History and Why It Matters Today” by Emilye Crosby, “Alabama was extremely dangerous. For instance, in Gadsden, the police used cattle prods on the tom feet [of young protesters] and stuck the prods into the groins of boys. Selma was just brutal. Civil Rights workers came into town under the cover of darkness.- Prathia Hall.” Ultimately, as a result of intense struggle waged by the Selma campaign, President Lyndon Baines Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law on August 6, 1965.

Fast forward to America, 2015, 50 years later. Blacks have the right to vote, but will not always exercise that right. For instance, activists all over the country were outraged by the murder of an unarmed teen, Michael Brown, in Ferguson, Missouri. Ferguson is a town that is majority Black, but the police force is majority white. During recent elections, only approximately 12 percent of Blacks came out to vote, according to one source. This is a travesty; people lost their lives, were beaten and otherwise intimidated to keep them from voting, yet today, people voluntarily stay away from the voting booth. Why is that? Is it genetic memory of the terror that our ancestors experienced that keeps them from voting?

Or is it something else? One of the reasons Black people give for not voting is that they feel that their vote won’t count. However, if that were really true, why would so many people go to such great lengths to keep Blacks from voting? Today, there are still incidents of voter suppression, and in some areas of the country this practice seems to be on the rise. Why would that be if voting didn’t count?

This is the question that voting slackers need to ask themselves, because when they refuse to participate in the process they are not only harming themselves, but are helping to hold back a whole nation of Blacks who want to use the special power of the vote to gain parity in America.

There is a light at the end of the tunnel, however. During the 50th Jubilee Celebration in Selma, Alabama, throngs turned out. It was electric, and there was a sense of renewal in the air. People came from all parts of the country to participate in this event, and the turnout was multi-racial. Youth, adults, clergy, teachers and representatives from all walks of life spent several days reveling in a new spirit of commitment to a struggle that should have ended years ago. Hopefully, the sheer volume of energy that was demonstrated during the celebration will reach beyond the confines of Selma to the hearts and minds of the naysayers who somehow believe that they are powerless. This is the real issue; it is the feeling of powerlessness among those who don’t vote that is a chief impediment to success today.

These individuals need to understand that they help hold the destiny of the entire Black community, and America by extension, in their hands, by what they decide to do, or NOT do, with their voting power. Let’s hope they get this message! A luta continua.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR My reaction to the Selma Commemoration Dear Editor: I hope people on Facebook watched the commemoration of Selma last weekend. I know that MSNBC showed it. I also hope that all right-minded ethnic groups, other than those of African origin, will take a serious look at life of people of African origin in this country, then and now. Note how similar the treatment is today compared to the 60s. Then, it was the Klan or Klan inspired law enforcement; today, it is the same racist attitude that allows young Black men to be assassinated by white police with the same right to kill without being subjected to punishment for their murders. Can you see the parallel? How can any person who says they believe in a God justify this treatment? We did not come here as immigrants looking for a better life. We had no choice. There are those that say, “why don’t you leave?” Leave and go where? The majority of immigrants know their country of origin, the state, the province, the city, the county, the community from which they migrated.

We, as Americans of African ancestry do not. We don’t know if

we came from Ghana, the Ivory Coast, the Sudan or any other place on the continent of Africa.

Deliberately, we were robbed of our history, our language, our culture, our family structure. Families were sold separately without contact or means of communication. Children were sold separately from their parents. If you have a conscience, you would know that those of us, our African slave ancestors, labored long and hard under the most inhumane conditions to provide the wealth of this country, which white people coming here from far and near can enjoy without having contributed anything to the growth and development of this land. These immigrants are benefiting from the labor of our ancestors. They are FREE. They can participate and enjoy the benefits of liberty and justice for all. We, the builders are still struggling trying to eke out an existence in the wealthiest country in the world. I call upon all decent people to open their hearts and their minds to understand that if America is to be great, then all of her citizens must enjoy the equity, the parity, the freedoms extended to those new comers who have done nothing to earn the rights they immediately enjoy.

According to The Associated Press report “A 19-year-old Black man died Friday night after being shot by an officer in Madison, au-

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thorities said.”

“The man was shot after an altercation with the officer and died at a hospital, Police Chief Mike Koval said. He did not know if the man was armed, but said the ‘initial findings at the scene did not reflect a gun or anything of that nature that would have been us...ed by the subject.’”

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• are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed. It is not known if JANUVIA will pass into your breast milk. Talk with your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you are taking JANUVIA. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of your medicines and show it to your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new medicine.

How should I take JANUVIA? • Take JANUVIA 1 time each day exactly as your doctor tells you.

• You can take JANUVIA with or without food.

• Your doctor may do blood tests from time to time to see how well your kidneys are working. Your doctor may change your dose of JANUVIA based on the results of your blood tests.

• Your doctor may tell you to take JANUVIA along with other diabetes medicines. Low blood sugar can happen more often when JANUVIA is taken with certain other diabetes medicines. See “What are the possible side effects of JANUVIA?”.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses of JANUVIA at the same time.

• If you take too much JANUVIA, call your doctor or local Poison Control Center right away.

• When your body is under some types of stress, such as fever, trauma (such as a car accident), infection or surgery, the amount of diabetes medicine that you need may change. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of these conditions and follow your doctor’s instructions.

• Check your blood sugar as your doctor tells you to.

• Stay on your prescribed diet and exercise program while taking JANUVIA.

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• Talk to your doctor about how to prevent, recognize and manage low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), and problems you have because of your diabetes.

• Your doctor will check your diabetes with regular blood tests, including your blood sugar levels and your hemoglobin A1C. What are the possible side effects of JANUVIA? Serious side effects have happened in people taking JANUVIA. • See “What is the most important information I should know about JANUVIA?”.

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). If you take JANUVIA with another medicine that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin, your risk of getting low blood sugar is higher. The dose of your sulfonylurea medicine or insulin may need to be lowered while you use JANUVIA. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include: • headache • irritability • drowsiness • hunger • weakness • fast heart beat • dizziness • sweating • confusion • feeling jittery • Serious allergic reactions. If you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, stop taking JANUVIA and call your doctor right away. See “Who should not take JANUVIA?”. Your doctor may give you a medicine for your allergic reaction and prescribe a different medicine for your diabetes.

• Kidney problems, sometimes requiring dialysis The most common side effects of JANUVIA include: • upper respiratory infection • stuffy or runny nose and sore throat • headache JANUVIA may have other side effects, including: • stomach upset and diarrhea • swelling of the hands or legs, when JANUVIA is used with rosiglitazone (Avandia®).

Rosiglitazone is another type of diabetes medicine.

These are not all the possible side effects of JANUVIA. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you, is unusual or does not go away.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How should I store JANUVIA? Store JANUVIA at 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).

Keep JANUVIA and all medicines out of the reach of children.

General information about the use of JANUVIA Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes that are not listed in Medication Guides.

Do not use JANUVIA for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give JANUVIA to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them.

This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about JANUVIA. If you would like to know more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for additional information about JANUVIA that is written for health professionals. For more information, go to www.JANUVIA.com or call 1-800-622-4477.

What are the ingredients in JANUVIA? Active ingredient: sitagliptin Inactive ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous dibasic calcium phosphate, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, and sodium stearyl fumarate. The tablet film coating contains the following inactive ingredients: polyvinyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol, talc, titanium dioxide, red iron oxide, and yellow iron oxide.

What is type 2 diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which your body does not make enough insulin, and the insulin that your body produces does not work as well as it should. Your body can also make too much sugar. When this happens, sugar (glucose) builds up in the blood. This can lead to serious medical problems.

High blood sugar can be lowered by diet and exercise, and by certain medicines when necessary.

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The Internet is at a Crossroads The communications network of the National Black Chamber of Commerce has evolved alongside of the Internet. When we first started back in the late 1980s we would write and print out letters through a pinwheel printer. To print out 50 copies of a letter would take about an hour. Then we would mail the 50 letters and wait a couple of days for them to reach our database. Before long, we would discover the fax machine and that would save postage money and delivery time. Thus, we could print one letter and then fax it to as many fax lines as we had in our database. We would say “what did we do before we had a fax machine?” One staffer would stand by the fax machine and work it for hours.

Then one day came the email system led by AOL. This was indeed a game changer. We could communicate instantly with other people who had an AOL account.

Soon everyone would have an AOL account and would transmit email via “dial up phone numbers” issued by AOL. You would

Harry C. Alford dial the 800 number and someone on the other end would hook up a dial tone to connect you to the email address you were targeting.

Although the dial up could take 10 minutes or more you could transmit your message almost instantly and the receiver could respond to you in like fashion. This was truly like magic and took communications to a whole new level. Our constituency mushroomed as we could proselytize to the masses, even overseas. The NBCC federation started to grow exponentially.

The next breakthrough was having your own website. It was a bill-

board and a portfolio of your capabilities and features. Everybody who was in business would have a website. The first step was having an address, URL, and register it at one source (for the US) which was Network Solutions. Network Solutions was a Black owned 8(a) firm which meant it got the federal contract to assign URL’s on a direct and non-compete basis–set aside. To this day I still can’t believe that. The most prized procurement in this new frontier and our federal government with a legacy of discrimination is going to sole source it to a brother. However, the brother was in the limelight and was revered as an entrepreneurial genius.

When things got into full swing he sold the company. Who in their right mind is going to sell a 24/7 diamond mine at the beginning of a demand boom? I believe people behind the scenes played a “charade” so that they could stir the contract to a politically wired firm with Network Solutions providing cover. Once things settled Network Solutions would “sell” it and get out of town. He actually got out of the country. How many billions of dollars were involved in this exercise and how many pen-

LBJ’s defenders cheapen his accomplishments

By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist Lyndon B. Johnson has done more to help African Americans and poor people than any modern president. But his defenders are cheapening his legacy by inflating his accomplishments, which is an insult to the people – Black and White – who lost their lives fighting for civil rights.

The first and most obnoxious example of a LBJ supporter becoming unhinged is Joseph A. Califano, Jr., President Johnson’s domestic policy adviser from 1965 to 1969.

In a column for the Washington Post, he wrote: “In fact, Selma was LBJ’s idea, he considered the Voting Rights Act his greatest legislative achievement, he viewed King as an essential partner in getting it enacted – and he didn’t use the FBI to disparage him.”

The idea of a Selma-to-Montgomery March actually originated in Marion, Ala., about 30 miles northwest of Selma, with the death of Jimmie Lee Jackson. Marchers were protesting the arrest of James Orange, a key Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) field organizer. In fact, they were marching from Zion Chapel Methodist Church a short distance to the jail when Jackson was killed by an Alabama State Trooper James Bonard Fowler. At the time, he was www.chicagocrusader.com

George E. Curry trying to defend his 82-year-old grandfather, a scene vividly captured in the movie, “Selma.” The account is also recounted in Selma 1965: The March That Changed the South by Charles E. Fager.

Instead of a traditional funeral, the idea was proposed to march to Montgomery and present Jackson’s body to Alabama Gov. George C. Wallace at the state capitol. Wiser minds prevailed and the idea was refined to hold a traditional funeral for Jimmie Lee Jackson and march 54 miles from Selma to Montgomery to demand full voting rights for Blacks.

It was the death of 26-year-old Jimmie Lee Jackson that inspired

the Selma to Montgomery March, not an “idea” floating around in LBJ’s head. Neither Califano nor anyone else is entitled to use the blood of the Civil Rights Movement to create a myth that is contrary to history and common sense.

The most recent attempt to supersize LBJ’s legacy is the assertion that it was the former president’s idea to include Latinos in the Civil Rights Movement.

An Associated Press story noted, “While this week’s commemorations of the 50th anniversary of ‘Bloody Sunday’ may invoke memories of historic events in which the ‘real hero,’ as Johnson said, was ‘the American Negro,’ little is said about Johnson’s call in that speech to include Mexican-Americans in the struggle for equality.”

The story added, “Appalled by the brutality in Selma, Johnson viewed it as an opportunity to ‘liberate himself’ by linking the voting rights struggle with the struggles, 37 years earlier, of his poorest [Latino] students in Cotulla…”

Dr. King worked hard to build coalitions with other groups, including Latinos. In fact, many were in attendance in great numbers at the 1963 March on Washington.

Former New York City Councilman Gerena Valentín said, “Martin Luther King Jr. invited me to Atlanta, Ga., to discuss the march that (Continued on page 16)

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nies on a dollar did he receive?

Soon the frontier opened up and various companies were licensed to issue URL’s. The most popular today is Go Daddy. The United States joined the rest of the world in the field of Internet. Europe and Asia were way ahead of us. They had “broadband” which was an exponentially faster speed than dial up. As we approached year 2000, the United States was ranked 18 in broadband deployment. That was then but soon American ingenuity and a “free trade market” put us to serious work. Within ten years, America became the number one nation in broadband deployment and utilization. Our telecom companies willingly invested billions of dollars in making us number 1. It is paying off! Our businesses are growing at record rates, especially Black owned firms, and the investors are getting great returns on their risks. As Bill Gates once said “we are doing business at the speed of thought.” This great American made an understatement.

I can write a newsletter and send it to our federation, which expands over 50 nations. They, in turn, forward it to their database.

Thus, within a few hours over 300,000 business owners worldwide are reading our words. We could not have achieved this without the free market status of our telecom industry and the welcomed innovation allowed.

But now our federal government has decided to shackle our Internet industry with regulations and taxes. They want to harness something that is so beautiful as long as it is free. The Federal Communications Commission wants to straddle our Internet with regulations (a choke hold) and to tax it as much as its greedy ways are allowed. This isn’t a game changer it is a game blocker. Cute terms like “net neutrality” are wicked to the core and we must pursue an alternative through our legislative branch.

Congress must wake up and stand up for free enterprise and the security of America. They must back this Administration off from this swift takeover.

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

Website: www.nationalbcc.org Email: halford@nationalbcc.org.

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REMEMBERING LU PALMER

Dr. Conrad Worrill

Dr. Conrad Worrill, Director/Professor, Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies (CCICS) located at 700 East Oakwood Blvd, Chicago, Illinois, 60653, 773-268-7500, Fax: 773268-3835. E-mail: c-worrill@neiu.edu, Web site: www.ccics-chicago.org,Twitter: @CCICS_Chicago We should always remember some of our great ancestors. One such ancestor born in the month of March, is Lu Palmer.

On Sunday, September 12, 2004, Lu Palmer made his transition to eternity. Lu Palmer was an unquestioned leader, and dedicated soldier

in the struggle for Black Liberation and independence. His spirit will remain among us forever.

As I began to think about the tremendous contributions Brother Lu made, over the years, I found myself traveling down memory lane. I knew Lu for thirty-two years and worked closely with him on innumerable projects. During this period we became very good friends and I considered him as one of my fathers in the movement.

Lutrelle Fleming Palmer, Jr. was born on March 28, 1922 in Newport News, Virginia. To understand something about Lu Palmer, you have to understand the tremendous influence his family had on him, particularly his father. Brother Lu was named after his father who was an outstanding Black educator and institution builder.

Lu Palmer, Sr. graduated from Wilberforce University in 1911 and received a second degree from the University of Michigan in 1912. In reading an April 1923 edition of the Alpha Phi Alpha journal, The Sphinx, I ran across a biographical sketch of Lu’s father. In discussing his role as an educator and Principal of the Huntington High School in Newport News, The Sphinx commented that “A big element in the success that has attended Brother

Palmer’s efforts is his rare faculty of securing the united support of his community.”

Over the years, Brother Lu Palmer, Jr. secured that same kind of support in Chicago and other places around the country for his dedicated work in the Black Liberation Movement. In this regard, the old adage, “Like father, like son” applies.

After his graduation from high school Lu attended and graduated from Virginia Union University.

Upon completing his B.A. degree, Lu entered Syracuse University and finished his M.A. degree in journalism. Lu didn’t stop there.

He attended the University of Iowa in pursuit of a Ph.D. in communications. Lu finished all of the necessary requirements for this degree except for the writing of his dissertation. Lu told me years ago that he had done extensive research in preparation to write his dissertation, but unfortunately his notes were lost on a train. After that mishap, Lu just kind of gave up on the idea.

From the early 1950s, Lu worked in a variety of positions as a journalist, communicator, writer, and educator. The name Lu Palmer is synonymous with the quest of Black people’s efforts in Chicago and

around the country in our fight for self-determination and independence.

For over fifty-three years Lu worked in the field of communications as a journalist, as the Director of the News Bureau, as an editor at Fisk University, as a reporter at the Tri-State Defender, as senior writer at the Chicago Defender, a reporter in the Peace Corps, a reporter at The Chicago American, and as a columnist at the Chicago Daily News.

It was the racism and white supremacy of the Chicago Daily News that caused Lu to resign his lucrative position in 1972 and start his own newspaper called the Black X-Press. Although the life of this newspaper was short-lived, the idea and example that Lu set by taking this bold step was indicative of his character as a true freedom fighter.

Like his father, Lu fought for the dignity, freedom, self-determination, and independence of Black people most of his life. Through “Lu’s Notebook,” a radio program that aired on most Black radio stations for some ten years, he articulated many of the key issues that impacted on the heartbeat of the Black community in Chicago and the United States. You might remember it was Lu who said, “It’s

enough to make a Negro turn Black.” Also, for many years Lu served as the host of the popular WVON nighttime radio show, “On Target.”

Through Lu’s Notebook and forums, he was instrumental in mobilizing and organizing Black people to take action around our own selfinterests. Perhaps his greatest organizing venture was the establishment of his organization, Chicago Black United Communities (CBUC), which more than any other organization laid the foundation for the election of Chicago’s first Black Mayor, Harold Washington.

If you recall, it was Lu Palmer and CBUC that convened the Citywide Political Conference at Malcolm X College on August 15, 1981, “To examine, to explain, to explore old and new strategies that will enable us to chart new paths toward full political representation and full political empowerment—in Black precincts, in Black wards, in Black congressional districts, in Black state legislative districts, in City Hall and throughout this country.” It was Lu Palmer that declared at this conference, and subsequently popularized the slogan that became a reality, “We Shall See In `83.”

We miss Lu, but his spirit remains with us.

Let members of Congress live like other people

By Julianne Malveaux NNPA Columnist Congressman Jeff Denham (RCalif.) couldn’t bring his French bulldog, Lily, on an Amtrak train.

So when Amtrak funding came up for a vote, he inserted a provision that required one car on an Amtrak train to be designated a “pet car.” Pet owners will pay a fee to bring their furry companions on the train, and there are size restrictions to the pets that can travel. Still, this new provision is seen as a victory for pet owners who ride trains.

Would this new provision have been proposed had Rep. Denham’s dog not been rejected from an Amtrak train? Republican members of Congress were warned by the Club for Growth and Heritage Action, fiscally conservative groups, that they should not vote to subsidize Amtrak.

Would they have joined Democrats in voting $1.4 billion a year for the next four years had their Republican colleague made his pitch about pet travel?

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All too often, good legislation is only supported when someone with a personal agenda is able to add an amendment to further that agenda. Perhaps the pet cars make sense, but there might not be a pet car had not Rep. Denham pushed the agenda for his Lily. I’m not perturbed that he made the personal political. I’m just wondering what might happen if more members of Congress had to experience the same things as the rest of us.

What if members of Congress were routinely rejected from receiving bank loans (unlikely given their average net worth of more than a million dollars and rising, compared to the $81,000 median wealth of a U.S. family)?

Might they then not look at some of the rules that banks use to restrict access to capital? What if members of Congress were stopped and frisked occasionally?

Might that not provoke examination of stop and frisk laws?

What if members of Congress had to sleep on the street for just one night? Might they not con-

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Dr. Julianne Malveaux sider the way our nation deals with the homeless? What if they had to travel hundreds of miles to obtain an essential medical service? Might they not, then, reconsider restrictions against abortion, a medical service many women consider essential? What if members of Congress had to

survive on food stamps for even a week? Would that increase their empathy for those, some employed full time, who rely on food stamps in order to eat?

Let’s not stop there.

What if members of Congress were required to spend a week, without staff and handlers, in a strange community? Take House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) and leave him in East Oakland, Calif. wearing a hoodie and some jeans. Take Small Business Committee Chair Steve Chabot (ROhio) and leave him in Fifth Ward Houston with just a few dollars in his wallet. Let Financial Services Chair Jeb Hensarling (RTexas) hang with a homie as his BFF in Ferguson, Mo. Put Darrel Issa (R-Calif.) in a housing project in Los Angeles. Let Homeland Security Chair Michael McCaul (R-Texas) spend a little time in New York’s Riker’s where civilization sometimes takes a break.

Let Budget Chair Tom Price (RGa.) stand in line for a couple of hours to learn about unemployment benefits.

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Will these legislators then be able to put their humanity on leave as they process their experiences?

The provision to fund Amtrak passed 316-101, and it wasn’t a perfect piece of legislation. Members of Congress ride the high-revenue Northeast corridor (Washington to Boston), so despite the warning from their influential fiscal conservative groups, they choose to continue to support Amtrak. Still, they didn’t support using revenues from the heavily traveled Northeast corridor to subsidize less-traveled routes in cities that are distant from airports.

This may mean that service in some smaller cities may be cut.

Why not drop members of Congress into some of these cities and let them figure out how to get from one place to another? If we believe in the notion of a nation, we ought to have as strong an interest in the citizen in Washington as the citizen in a much smaller city. Those members of Congress (Continued on page 16) www.chicagocrusader.com

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Consumer complaints lead to $1.6B in financial relief Debt collection and mortgages top CFPB complaint list

By Charlene Crowell Financial stress can feel like a lonely struggle. But according to a new report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), 460,700 consumers shared many of the same financial concerns and contacted the agency for help in just six months last year.

During this period, CFPB’s related investigations and enforcement actions on a range of financial concerns from discriminatory credit card practices to violations of federal laws to protect military service members, and more brought $1.6 billion in relief to consumers.

Since its inception in 2011, CFPB has helped more than 15 million consumers nationwide and cumulatively recovered over $5.3 billion in relief.

Some could say that returning monies to consumers is just a case of the squeaky wheel getting the grease. However Richard Cordray, CFPB’s Director, takes another view.

“Through fair rules, consistent oversight, appropriate enforce-

ment of the law, and broad-based consumer engagement, the Bureau is helping to restore American families’ trust in consumer financial markets, protect consumers from improper conduct, and ensure access to fair, competitive and transparent markets,” said Cordray.

Created in the aftermath of the worst recession of this generation, CFPB became the cornerstone of the Dodd-Frank Financial Reform Act and the nation’s first federal agency with the sole focus of protecting consumers in the financial marketplace. For communities of color who became targets for predatory loans, CFPB’s enforcement authority provides a two-pronged government action: financially penalizing lenders that violate fair lending laws and then compensating affected consumers.

Another Dodd-Frank provision requires that CFPB make semiannual reports to Congress, detailing its actions, rulemaking, and efforts to ensure that all financial markets observe fair, competitive and transparent transactions.

Of all the complaints filed during the reporting period of April

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Charlene Crowell 1- September 30, 2014, debt collection was the number one concern measured by consumer complaints (36 percent). Among military service members, debt collection was an even larger concern, measuring 53 percent. Right now, CFPB is also continuing investigations of major debt collection firms regarding collections practices.

CFPB’s analysis of complaints filed reveal the most troublesome

practices are collectors pursuing them for debts not currently owed. Consumers cited how collections continued despite identity theft, bankruptcy discharges or even debts owed by other consumers. In many other instances, consumers only learned about debt collection accounts after reviewing their credit reports. Complaints were also filed about repeated calls, abusive or obscene language, threats of arrest or lawsuits, and false statements or representations.

“The volume and types of debt collection complaints underscore many of the problems that exist in the debt collection and debt buying industry today,” said Lisa Stifler, policy counsel with the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL). “These problems, such as questionable and incomplete information about debts and consumers, often result in the abusive and harassing behavior about which individuals complain. Fortunately, CFPB rulemaking, oversight and enforcement activity should help to address many of the most harmful debt collection practices.”

In mortgage lending, issues,

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more than 80 percent were about two specific problem areas: inability to pay and problems with loan servicers or escrow accounts when payments were being made. Nearly half of all mortgage complaints – 49 percent – noted problems with loan modification, collection and foreclosure. An additional 35 percent of mortgage complaints focused on loan servicing, escrow accounts and payments.

For troubled homeowners, complaints filed alleged that some mortgage servicers do not amend derogatory credit reporting during trial periods – even after indicating to consumers that they would do so. Borrowers facing foreclosure have told CFPB their concerns with fees charged as part of the foreclosure process. According to complaints, the fees pose a substantial obstacle to avoiding foreclosure as many servicers do not roll them into the loan balance. In other instances, consumers never receive an itemization of fees assessed; but rather are given a one line-item re-instatement quote.

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Sigma Gamma Rho hosts Golden Alert Town Hall Meeting Solutions, Education and Empowerment A Golden Alert is in effect! Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. remains committed to finding solutions to issues impacting the youth and communities. Members have held interactive workshops and panel discussions in Chicago, Baltimore and St. Louis with law enforcement officers as well as business and community leaders that focused on what to do if stopped by police and ways to empower the youth. Leaders also believe it is important for citizens and lawmakers to be consistently engaged in their communities so they know how to positively react to potential issues.

More than 700 youth and adults attended the Chicago Town Hall Meeting recently to discuss social justice issues impacting African American communities. They came to hear solution based panel discussions and workshops which were a part of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s Golden Alert. The Harold Washington Cultural Center cosponsored the town hall meeting.

United States Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-Dist. 2) and lyricist, author and hip hop pioneer MC Lyte, both members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., were among the panelists. According to MC Lyte, African American communities need more consistent mentors to help the youth.

She felt the town hall meeting was an excellent way to bring awareness to social action issues. “It is vital. I’m happy to say that I’m a participant and a member of Sigma Gamma Rho. It’s about today and forever, giving service to the community.”

Sigma Gamma Rho also partnered with the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE). NOBLE representatives presented a workshop that focused on civic engagement and what to do when approached by police. They encouraged everyone, especially the youth, to know their rights and responsibilities. They also answered questions that focused on policies such as the search of individuals and vehicles.

During the town hall meeting, many young people learned how they could be more involved in their community. They came away with solutions that they plan to share with others. “I think this was a very educational event to teach us how to be safe and to make smart decisions,” said 13-year-old Kenadee Williams.

Several other experts provided solutions to social justice issues in our community including: Alfonza Wysinger, first deputy superintendent of the Chicago Police Department; Jeff Dase, principal of Edward Coles Model for Excellence World Language Academy; Eugene Dil10

SIGMA GAMMA RHO leadership team, Chicago Town Hall Meeting planning committee panelists including Bonita M. Herring, 23rd International President of Sigma Gamma Rho, U. S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL–Dist. 2), Hip Hop Pioneer MC Lyte and First Deputy Superintendent Alfonza Wysinger of the Chicago Police Department.

STUDENTS FROM THE Harold Washington Cultural Center performed at the Golden Alert. It is important to engage the youth. The Harold Washington Cultural Center co-sponsored the Chicago Town Hall Meeting with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

MC LYTE, HIP HOP pioneer and member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. she talked with participants. lanado, businessman; Todd Belcore, national President of Sigma Gamattorney and professor; and Donnie ma Rho. “We must incorporate a Smith, executive director of Donda’s sense of urgency or alert. Our comHouse Inc., a nonprofit organiza- munity is in jeopardy and Sigma tion she co-founded with Kanye Gamma Rho will continue to be catalysts for change by providing West and Che “Rhymefest” Smith.

“Sigma Gamma Rho continues to awareness and education.”

The Golden Alert is a collection of take a stand and be proactive in our communities. The Chicago Town sustainable community action plans Hall Meeting is just the first in a se- that include forums and youth symries of meetings where we will dis- posiums developed to address curcuss strategies and solutions to com- rent community issues. It refers to bat ongoing social justice issues,” the sense of urgency that we must all said Bonita M. Herring, 23rd Inter- have because a precious stone or

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BONITA M. HERRING, 23rd International President of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., discussing the purpose and impact of the Golden Alert. The goal is to find solutions to address issues impacting the youth and communities. golden foundation, the African terhood, scholarship and service.

American community, is in jeop- The sorority has more than 500 ardy. Sigma Gamma Rho is plan- chapters in the United States, Baning another national Golden Alert hamas, Bermuda, Germany, Korea Town Hall Meeting in California and U. S. Virgin Islands. Seven eduthis summer. cators founded Sigma Gamma Rho on November 12, 1922 at Butler About Sigma Gamma Rho University in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The sorority has been dedicated to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. service for more than 90 years. Memis a leading international, nonprofit bers work to enhance the quality of community service organization life for their families, friends and that continues to grow through sis- neighbors.

U. S. REP. ROBIN KELLY (IL-Dist. 2) being interviewed at the Golden Alert Chicago Town Hall Meeting. The congresswoman, who served as a panelist, discussed gun violence and the impact on the community.

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To oday,, half of Illinois’ power comes from nuclear energ gy plants operating in our state. Let’s make sure these plants keep operating in the future.

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ENTERTAINMENT

August Wilson Monologue Competition showcases best area drama students CPS students finish 1st, 2nd, 3rd and will represent area in national contest

By Patrice Nkrumah Three Chicago Public School drama students will be heading to New York City in May after finishing in the top three of the August Wilson Monologue Competition held March 10 at the Goodman Theatre downtown. Wilson, an African American playwright whose work included a series of ten plays, which garnered him two Pulitzer Prize awards, died in 2005 of liver cancer. The three students: Booker S. Vance (Kenwood Academy), Lawren Carter (Senn) and Casey Edwards (Chicago High School for the Arts) were competing against 17 others in the Chicago regional. In New York, they will participate in the National Finals, attend a Broadway performance and talk-back before performing their winning monologues at the August Wilson Theatre on Broadway.

“I’m extremely excited and was blown away when they called my name. I couldn’t believe it,” said Carter, who finished with the top score in the Chicago region. “ Now a junior, Carter said she began in drama her freshman year and is surprised how far she has come in nearly three years. For her award-winning monologue, she performed the character Bernice from the play “The Piano Lesson.” While they are excited about the upcoming competition, Carter, Vance and Edwards all said they realize they will be representing Chicago on their trip to New York.

“I want to deliver the monologue and give justice to August Wilson’s pieces and art. I want to show my talent,” said Carter who confessed she did not know about Wilson before the competition had begun a few months ago.

“When I found out about his work I wanted to read more of his plays.”

Contestants performed a two to three minute monologue taken from any of the plays from Wilson’s Century Cycle before a panel of experienced judges.

They were judged on the bases of preparedness, understanding of the text, vocal delivery and emotional connection to the material and commitment to the character. The top three finalists received $500, $250 and $100 scholarships, respectively.

By Elaine Hegwood Bowen, MSJ

August Wilson gets respectable due as great Black playwright There is much excitement in the city of Chicago , as one of the country’s most celebrated playwrights August Wilson is being feted throughout the summer on the 10th anniversary of his death.

more important to the Goodman than playwright August Wilson,” said Artistic Director Robert Falls.

“His work was first seen by Goodman audiences in 1986 with Fences, starring James Earl Jones. Over the next 20 years, the Goodman became a primary artistic home to Wilson and the birthplace of two world premiere productions, Seven Guitars and Gem of the Ocean.

Smith, who directed our memorable production of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom in 1997 and has the distinction of serving as August’s dramaturge on Gem of the Ocean, has assembled a powerhouse line-up that promises to make the Celebration a major American cultural event of 2015.”

The August Wilson Celebration includes a major revival of “Two

the future. Memphis must decide if he should allow the government to take over his building or sell it to a ruthless businessman.

Perry has appeared in more productions than any other actor at the Goodman over the past three decades. He plays Hambone, a character Wilson took from one of his short stories, who has been promised a ham for a painting job but received only a chicken. Hambone refuses to accept less than what he felt he was due, which could become a bit annoying, as he constantly yells out for his payment. However, this annoyance meant that Hambone was projecting well. Perry is elated to have scored the role.

“Hambone is one of the greatest acting challenges for any actor,” he said.

“This character encompasses many

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Sakina Amsari-Wilson, the playwright’s daughter, served as a judge for the competition along with Ron Parson, Narda Alcorn and Regina Taylor. AmsariWilson thanked all of the competitors for keeping her father’s work alive. She said she was blown away by many of the performances and encouraged competitors to continue to work on their craft.

“Thank you for keeping my father’s work alive and doing such an excellent job with his work,” Amsari-Wilson said.

The competition was brought to the Chicago area six years ago by Derrick Sanders, who said his main objective is to get arts back into public schools.

Sanders was contacted by Kenny Leon, a Broadway director from Atlanta who started the pilot program and was interested in knowing if Sanders would be willing to expand it to Chicago. After thinking about how he wanted to implement the program, Sanders reached out to the University of Illinois-Chicago Theatre program and the Goodman Theatre who agreed to partner up with him.

“I think the students get a wonderful opportunity to learn that hard work and their own dedication can take them places and they get immediate gratification,” Sanders said. “Many of them don’t get a chance to perform on a professional stage. For the three finalists, they get an experience that not many people ever get…to perform on Broadway. That experience they will take with them (Continued on page 16)

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Wilson, who wrote 10 plays, covering 10 decades about his hometown of Pittsburgh, died in 2005, but his body of work has been widely re-staged by theater companies everywhere.

Goodman Theatre, in collaboration with Chicago’s various offLoop theaters and Northwestern University, unveils partial programming in its spring 2015 citywide “August Wilson Celebration”—an extensive retrospective of the late playwright’s life, artistry and influence on American culture. The seven-week Celebration runs through April 2015 and celebrates not only the 10th anniversary of Wilson’s death but also the 70th anniversary of the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright’s birth. The Goodman’s Resident Director Chuck Smith curates programming in communities throughout Chicago, together with Wilson ’s wife and frequent collaborator Constanza Romero; actor/director Ron OJ Parson; and Northwestern University professor and critic Harvey Young.

As the first theater in the world to produce every play in Wilson’s 10play cycle exploring the 20th Century African-American experience, the Goodman and partnering organizations pay tribute to and explore the enduring impact of “theater’s poet of Black America” (The New York Times). “No artistic collaborator of the past 90 years has been

ERNEST PERRY WILL play Hambone in August Wilson’s “Two Trains Running” at the Goodman Theatre for the citywide “August Wilson Celebration.”

Trains Running” at the Goodman Theatre, directed by Smith and featuring Alfred Wilson as Holloway; A.C. Smith as West; Nambi E. Kelley as Risa; Ernest Perry Jr. as Hambone; among other cast members.

“There are always only two trains running. There is life and there is death. Each of us rides them both.”

– Playwright August Wilson (1945 – 2005). This play showcases Wilson ’s poetic and personal portrait of the small dreams that fuel societal revolution. Perry, along with cast members, portrays the regulars at a Pittsburgh diner who are living in the 1960’s. This was the seventh of Wilson ’s 10 plays. Folks gather daily at Memphis Lee’s once prosperous diner to gossip about the neighborhood, blighted by the missteps of urban renewal and decimated by crime and poverty, and dream about

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disparate things. This is a great challenge that I accept gladly.”

Perry adds that he is much like the character that he plays. “Hambone is much underrated, dedicated, determined, talented, a very good painter, a skill which I learned from my father.”

With this being a big celebration not only at the Goodman, but throughout the city, Perry knows he has to bring his all to the theatre. “I am planning to bring the exciting, focused performance that is required of all August Wilson plays. You must bring the MAX every night.” He continued: “Those familiar with Wilson’s work will be thrilled. Those first timers will be blown away and become August Wilson fans,” he said.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

7th WARD PLANNING COALITION: The Planning Coalition and Christ Bible Church present a 7th Ward Aldermanic Candidates Runoff Forum on Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Christ Bible Church, 7877 S. Coles. The invited candidates are Gregory Mitchell and Ald. Natashia Holmes.

ANNUAL MEN’S DAY SERVICE: The public is invited! The Coppin Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church Men’s Ministry presents the Annual Men’s Day Service -“Black Christian Men Taking Care of Business in Spirit, Truth and Faith” on Sunday, March 15, 10:45 a.m., at Coppin Memorial A.M.E. Church, 5633 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649. The featured speaker is the Honorable William H. Hooks, Judge, Circuit Court of Cook County. Rev. Dr. Leoma Leigh-Williams is Pastor and Judge Sidney Jones (Ret.) is the Men’s Day Chairman.

HYDE PARK ART CENTER (HPAC) EVENTS: On Wednesday, March 18 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., resident artists Rosine Kouamen opens her studio to art center guests; the last open studio session before the end of her residency. All are welcome to come and take a look at the progress of the artist in preparation for her upcoming work. Admission is free and all are welcome. Also, on Wednesday, March 18 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., artist Keijaun Thomas will be leading in the third and final installment of the Ground Floor Performance Series, “Distance is Not Separation.” Join the HPAC for this performance about control, emotion and human autonomy. Admission is free and all are welcome. At another event on Wednesday, March 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. the Art Center will be screening the film “Future Perfect: Time Capsule in Reagan Country (2015)” followed by discussion with artist Daniel Tucker. They will also begin collecting items for the Art Center’s own 75th Anniversary time capsule. Join the HPAC for this event; admission is free and all are welcome. The Hyde Park Art Center is located at 5020 South Cornell Avenue in Chicago.

For more information call 773-3245520 or visit or visit www.hydeparkart.org.

EQUATOR CLUB AT WIRED FRIDAYS: Wired Fridays continues at the Chicago Cultural Center and also makes its Millennium Park debut during its Winter/Spring 2015 schedule. Held on the first and third Fridays of each month from noon to 1 p.m., the 2015 series features original Chicago House music along with various other electronic dance music (EDM) genres from local, world-fawww.chicagocrusader.com

mous DJs in a mid-day dance party setting. The first five Wired Fridays events of 2015 will take place in Randolph Square (first floor north) at the Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington Street) before moving to Wrigley Square at Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph Street) in April and May. In the event of inclement weather, outdoor festivities will relocate to the Chicago Cultural Center.

Equator Club will be featured on Friday, March 20, at the Chicago Cultural Center. Using a ranging source of influences and having knowledge of music theory, Equator Club (Emmanuel Egwu) creates house music that “fashions a dreamlike feel.” Equator Club plays regularly at Primary Night Club and has self-released three EPs, including “Get A Hit,” which was produced through Them Flavors, his party planning and promotions business in September 2013.

BOUND AT THE DUSABLE MUSEUM: Bound-Africans vs African Americans, a film by Peres Owino, will be shown on Friday, March 20, 7 p.m., at the DuSable Museum. Admission is $10. The film will be followed by a discussion with Peres Owino, writer/director, with special guest Isaiah Washington, producer. Storytelling has always been an important practice among African and African American communities.

Through storytelling, the people of these two groups have been able to teach and learn valuable lessons, convey their histories, and provide answers to life’s questions. Such storytelling is found in the film Bound, an illuminating documentary by Kenyan-born Peres Owino about the rarely discussed tension that exists between Africans and African Americans. The DuSable Museum is located at 740 E. 56th Place, Chicago, IL 60637. Tickets are available on Eventbrite at http://thedusablemuseum.eventbrite.com. Call 773-9470600 ext.238 for more information.

CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY CELEBRATES WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHTING WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP ROLES IN CHICAGO HISTORY, ACTIVISM, SOCIAL JUSTICE AND MORE: Chicago Public Library is celebrating diversity during Women’s History Month in March. During the month, the Library offers a wide range of programs about past and present issues focusing on women and girls in society. The public is invited to visit the library for a host of programs, including lectures, concerts, documentary film screenings, art exhibitions and workshops, and children’s programs. Highlighting the March events is the film screening of “Urban Indian Womanhood” (2014); Book Discussion-

“The Lives of Betty Friedan”; Rocking the Protest Poster WorkshopHave something to say? Have an issue you want to draw attention to? In this class we’ll make posters and stickers about issues we care about. Attendance is limited to 20 participants.

This workshop is presented by artist Elaine Luther. Call 312-747-8990 to reserve a space; Women Building Chicago: An Illustrated History of Women’s Activism and Leadership; Part II; The Girls in the Band (2011); Kids Program Girl Power: Folk Tales with Anne Shimojima; and Zumba with Liz Guererro which features one hour of fun filled dancing, Latin and various other movements combined with exercise to burn calories and get you moving! Bring water and a towel!

In addition, a selected bibliography and the Library’s 2015 Women’s History Month Calendar of Events are available at chipublib.org.

SAVE THE DATE: On Saturday, June 20, 2015, 6 p.m. to midnight, experience a transformational evening in a celebration of change at Shedd Aquarium’s annual black tie Gala – Metamorphosis. Shedd will celebrate its newest friends, the Amphibians, during their much anticipated event that will feature a journey across the seasons, through unique,

PRESIDENT MARIYANA SPYROPOULOS of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago stated that “the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) Board of Commissioners has passed ordinances directing the Cook County Clerk to reduce taxes by $17.8 million. This tax reduction will be reflected in the second installment 2014 real estate tax bills that will be mailed to homeowners this July.” The MWRD is a government agency responsible for treating wastewater and providing storm water management. The MWRD is funded primarily through property taxes, which are restricted under a tax cap imposed by the Illinois General Assembly.

The MWRD also recovers costs of treating wastewater through a user charge imposed on certain non-residential users of the MWRD’s system. brilliant environments during an aged to learn about the Shedd’s origievening filled with spontaneity, fun, nal galleries, home to creatures from and remarkable surprises for you and the Waters of the World – rivers and your guests to enjoy. Philanthropic reefs, Great Lakes and small revelers are invited to dine, dance ones, and the vast ocean. The John and see Shedd along the lakeside ter- G. Shedd Aquarium is located at race with an action-packed line-up 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. of entertainment featuring a custom For more information, visit the gala aquatic show and music by Gentle- website at www.sheddaquarium.org men of Leisure. Guests are encour- gala.

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ARTS AND CULTURE

AArts announces casting call for AACM opera and film performance at MCA Chicago Black/African American (sic) actors, singers, dancers are being sought to form an ensemble for AFTERWORD, a new opera and film project composed by MacArthur Fellow George Lewis and produced in collaboration with film and theater artist Catherine Sullivan and interdisciplinary artist Sean Griffin.

George Lewis is a composer, performer, teacher, theorist, and historian who has opened wide frontiers in experimental music and is Professor of Music at the University of California, San Diego.

AFTERWORD will premiere at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) on October 17

and 18, 2015, with national and international touring likely through 2017.

The film component will run at Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago from July to November 2015 as part of the exhibition “The Freedom Principle.” AFTERWORD is an opera and film based on the final chapter of Lewis’ book “A Power Stronger Than Itself: The AACM and American Experimental Music.” The book chronicles the artistic “communitarianism” of the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM), the collective founded by Black musicians on the South Side of Chicago

nearly 50 years ago.

Film rehearsals will begin in April and continue semi-regularly through June 2015. Opera rehearsals will begin in June 2015. Rehearsals will be conducted in the studios at the Gray Center for Arts and Inquiry on the campus of the University of Chicago. The rehearsal schedule will be full, but flexible and will include evenings and weekends. Full pay will be offered relative to rehearsal schedule.

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Performers can audition for movement/acting roles including acting, movement and improvisation as well as vocalizations composed into

multiple character roles. Experience in contemporary, experimental theater, dance, performance art is welcome but not necessary. The audition will consist of reading from sides and improvising with movement and acting scenarios. Be prepared to engage new materials and light choreography at the audition, a combination of skill sets is welcome but not required.

Auditions will be held BY APPOINTMENT on the University of Chicago Campus. For further information and appointments, contact Sophia Rhee at sophia.rhee@gmail.com.

John Nelson conducts ‘St. John Passion’ for Chicago Bach Project one we presented in Chicago in 2012,” Nelson said in a recent interview with Soli Deo Gloria (SDG).

Prior to the “St. John Passion” performance, the choir, under chorus master Donald Nally, will sing Scottish composer James MacMillan’s unaccompanied “Alpha and Omega”

Concert also features commissioned choral work by James MacMillan Classical sacred music foundation Soli Deo Gloria, Inc.’s 2015 Chicago Bach Project will feature J. S. Bach’s “St. John Passion,” BWV 245, with Grammy Award-winner John Nelson conducting soloists and the Chicago Bach Choir and Orchestra. The one-night-only performance will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 20, 2015, at the Harris John Nelson

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Theater at Millennium Park in downtown Chicago.

The international cast of soloists includes tenor Nicholas Phan ( the Evangelist); bass-baritone Stephen Morscheck (Jesus); soprano Lisette Oropesa; countertenor Lawrence Zazzo; Canadian tenor John Tessier, making his Chicago Bach Project debut; and bass-baritone Matthew Brook.

“Listeners will experience a highly dramatic “St. John Passion,” one that’s even more gripping than the

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Lisette Oropesa which was commissioned by Soli Deo Gloria and premiered in 2011.

This will be the first time that a Chicago Bach Project presentation includes an SDG-commissioned work in addition to the featured

Bach masterpiece.

Now in its fifth season, the Chicago Bach Project has staged worldclass productions of one of J. S. Bach’s monumental sacred masterworks each spring since 2011. The rotating cycle launched with a soldout performance of the “St. Matthew Passion” conducted by Nelson, who is Soli Deo Gloria’s founding artistic director. Nelson also conducted the project’s 2012 “St. John Passion,” the 2013 Mass in B

Minor, and 2014“St. Matthew Passion.” This year’s concert will be the first presented by SDG at The Harris Theater. Previous concerts were at St. Vincent DePaul Roman Catholic Church in the Lincoln Park neighborhood.

Soli Deo Gloria, Inc. was formed in 1993 as a nonprofit foundation devoted to the preservation, performance, and promotion of classical sacred music inspired by the Bible in the Christian and Jewish traditions. The organization takes its name from the Latin phrase meaning “to God alone be the Glory,” which J. S. Bach inscribed on many of his compositions. Soli Deo Gloria’s world headquarters is at 800 Roosevelt Road, Suite A100, Glen Ellyn, Ill. Phone 630-984-4300.

Website: www.sdgmusic.org.

Ticket prices range from $25 to $55 and are available online at HarrisTheaterChicago.org, by phone at 312- 334-7777, or in person at the Harris Theater Box Office, 205 E. Randolph Drive. Group discounts and student rates are available. Call 630-984-4300 for more information.

CSO concerts will celebrate Pierre Boulez’s 90th birthday The Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO) celebrates the 90th birthday of Regenstein Conductor Emeritus Pierre Boulez with several concerts paying tribute to his life and work as a composer, conductor and mentor.

The legendary musician will be 90 on Thursday, March 26.

In addition to live performances, the CSO’s recent Beyond the Score presentation honoring Boulez, “A Pierre Dream,” is available for viewing online at CSO Sounds & Stories.

The celebration will include a CSO Radio Series broadcast March 22 on WFMT 98.7 FM of Boulez conducting the CSO in music by Janá ek, Bartók, Haydn and Bernard Rands on concerts recorded in 2007 and 2010. The radio broadcast can be heard nationwide also on WFMT radio network stations and on CSO Sounds & Stories.

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one and two pianos will be presented this Sunday, March 15 at 3:00 p.m. on a special recital performance by pianists Pierre-Laurent Aimard—a close associate and longtime collaborator of Boulez—and Tamara Stefanovich.

At the young age of 19 Aimard was appointed the first solo pianist and a founding member of Boulez’s Ensemble intercontemporain at the composer-conductor’s invitation. Together with pianist Tamara Stefanovich, Aimard and Boulez were honored with a Grammy nomination for their recording of Bartók’s Concerto for Two Pianos. Aimard last appeared at Symphony Center in 2012.

The second concert celebrating Boulez’s 90th is a CSO MusicNOW series concert on Monday, March 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Harris Theater in Millennium Park, 205 E. Randolph Dr. The third program on March 26

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Pierre Boulez in the MusicNOW series featuring his work “Dérive 2” is a tribute to Boulez during the week of his 90th birthday. The 45-minute work is scored for 11 instruments and was written in honor of Elliott Carter’s 80th birthday in 1988. Boulez made revisions to the work in 2006 and 2009.

Opening the concert is the world

premiere of a new work by Anna Clyne set to an Emily Dickinson poem entitled “Postponeless Creatures.”

Mason Bates’ “Indigo Workshop” for solo piano will complete the program. Cliff Colnot, the MusicNOW Principal Conductor, leads the program.

Mason Bates and Anna Clyne, who were appointed CSO Mead Composers-in-Residence by Music Director Riccardo Muti in 2010 and have served as curators of the MusicNOW series since their appointment, mark their fifth and final year in this role this season.

Charles Dutoit will lead the CSO in two weeks of programs with French repertoire. Both programs are part of the CSO’s season-long spotlight on French music from Berlioz to Boulez, which culminates in May with a three-week festival that emphasizes 20th-century French operat-

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For further information on the Boulez 90th birthday celebration or Charles Dutoit conducting French repertoire, call 800-223-7114 or 312-294-3000; visit cso.org; or stop by the CSO Box Office at 220 S. Michigan Ave. For group rates, please call 312-294-3040. www.chicagocrusader.com

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SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING

A Moment to Super Size Your Thinking

By Effie Rolfe Really Think Big—even bigger than that-because it’s possible.

Most times we are extremely small-minded when it comes to what we can do and even more so when it comes to what God can do. This is such a big world with unlimited possibilities. When I think about the creative genius displayed in song, architecture, science, medicine, social media, technology and the list continues—I am in total awe. If these amazing works are demonstrated by men, what more can God do? I believe God is the Creator of All, therefore what we see is merely a fraction of his greatness and power.

Speaking of thinking big, here’s a picture of the money that floats

around in this country. For the past six years, the Federal Reserve Bank has pumped 89 billion dollars a month into the U.S. economy through the process known as quantitative easing.

That’s $89,000,000 billion with a ‘b’ and may I reiterate that is every month since the beginning of 2008. Whoa—that’s a ton of money! My reason for sharing is to let you know the amount of money around you. We haven’t gotten to corporations sitting on piles of cash reserves of over 200 billion— there goes that ‘b’ word again.

When it comes to money—that is a lot of money! Apple is valued at $624 billion and is only one of the fortune 500 companies that we hear about on the stock market.

Millionaires like Mark Zuckerberg with Facebook are popping up

everyday to the tune of 100 billion dollars. We haven’t even mentioned the two richest men in the world Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, and even Oprah Winfrey estimated to be worth 2.5 billion dollars with a yearly salary of $194.5 million a year. Lastly, Steve Harvey rents a pent house in Trump Towers for $20,000 a month. I’m throwing these numbers as a reminder of the cash that is available right now in the ether.

The average salary in the U.S. is approximately $46,000 or $34,000 after taxes and deductions. This is not to make you feel uncomfortable, but to expand your thinking.

Money is only one aspect of prosperity, there is so much more and we have yet to touch the surface. One of my favorite choirs

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sang “I might as well think big, why should anyone think small— I might as well think big—if you’re gonna’ think at all.” If mere mortal men can amass fortunes, everyone can because according to Matthew 19:26 “…with God All things are possible.” Let’s stretch our imagination and think bigger and larger. Once right thinking is put into action—the best is really yet to come!

Are you thinking bigger….? ©Effie Rolfe is an author of “Supersize Your Thinking,” Media Personality and Motiva tion al Speaker. You can contact her effierolfe.com or on twitter.com/effiedrolfe Listen to her on UrbanPraiseRadio.org.

The Crusader Gospel Corner Multi award-winning Gospel recording artist, Donnie McClurkin and his Grammy-nominated siblings The McClurkin Family gathered together on Monday, March 2 to say farewell to sibling, Cheryl “Cheri” McClurkin who died from complications of a massive coronary heart attack at 4 p.m. EST. McClurkin performed for the College of Lake County’s 31st Annual Salute to Gospel Music in Waukegan on Saturday, February 28 where he shared the news with the audience.

lation, Billboard #1 Gospel Hits.

The 2-disc chart-topper is currently #5 on Billboard’s Gospel Albums chart, where it has remained in the Top 10 for the past 6 weeks.

Hosting a Billboard #1 Gospel Hits album celebration in Chicago, eOne Music welcomed a packed crowd of fans and tastemakers to Angels & Kings at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago on Thursday, February 26, where the night included a meet and greet with gospel artist, and Chicago pastor Charles Jenkins,

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Cheryl “Cheri” McClurkin Cheryl “Cheri” McClurkin during a homegoing service and celebration of life on Friday, March 13. The viewing for family and friends will be held from 5 p.m. 7 p.m. at Freedom Chapel, 641 Broadway in Amityville, New York (631) 789-5050 and the service will begin at 7 p.m.

Cheri McClurkin passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 from complications of a massive coronary heart attack at 4:00 p.m.

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Clurkin sang and recorded with The McClurkin Family over the years. However, she is best known as a playwright, who recently penned her life story in the form of a riveting play entitled, “A Cry For Help” that was produced by her own company, Cheronic Productions.

Cheri leaves behind six siblings: Marlene McClurkin Mason of Amityville; Donnie McClurkin of Rockville Center; Andrea McClurkin Mellini of Farmingville; Anthony McClurkin of Indiana; Tanya McClurkin Staples of Alabama; and Rafael McClurkin of Amityville; a grandmother; five children; twelve grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The McClurkin Family requests prayers and privacy at this time.

All cards and condolences can be forwarded to Perfecting Faith Church, 311 N. Main, Freeport, NY 11520. Details for service arrangements will be forthcoming.

Entertainment One Music (eOne Music) continues to be a big hit on the charts, inspiring listeners with its greatest hits compi-

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whose hit song “Awesome” with Fellowship Chicago, is among the #1 hits featured on the compilation.

The Billboard #1 Gospel Hits album – which made #1 debuts on both Billboard’s Gospel Albums chart, and Billboard’s Top Christian & Gospel Albums chart – includes 20 tracks featuring the biggest hits of this past decade from gospel superstars Kirk Franklin, Tamela Mann, Hezekiah Walker, Donald Lawrence, Ricky Dillard & New G, William McDowell, VaShawn Mitchell, and more. eOne Music will be hosting its next Billboard #1 Gospel Hits album celebration in Washington, D.C. this month, with Ricky Dillard and VaShawn Mitchell at Busboys and Poets. Ricky Dillard’s record-breaking #1 hit with New G, “Amazing,” and VaShawn Mitchell’s #1 hit ballad “Nobody Greater” are their hit tunes featured on the compilation. Billboard #1 Gospel Hits is available in stores and online via iTunes and Amazon. *** Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church, 600 East 35th Street invites the public to two events in April. The first is

Reverend Dr. David B. Thornton “An Agape Meal,” and “Maundy Thursday” service on Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 p.m.

The second invitation is to join Pastor, Reverend Dr. David B. Thornton on Sunday, April 5 at 11:00 a.m. as the church presents its “Easter Worship Service.” For more information, contact the church at (312) 225-5300.

Consumer complaints lead to $1.6B (Continued from page 9) consumers continue to face significant challenges within the mortgage industry,” said Nikitra Bailey, CRL vice-president. “The goal of clear and transparent lending is not happening for everyone.

That should be the standard, rather than the exception. The CFPB is positioned to ensure fairness for all consumers.

If you or someone you know believes he/she is troubled by a con-

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sumer lending issue, CFPB accepts online complaints on: auto loan or lease, bank account services, credit cards, credit reporting, debt collection, mortgages, student and payday loans. Complaints can also be filed by phone at 1-855-411-2373. Mailed and faxed complaints are also accepted.

For consumers who only want to bring an issue to its attention, CFPB enables them to share their concerns too.

“The premise at the heart of our mission is that consumers deserve to be treated fairly in the financial marketplace, and they should have someone stand on their side when that does not happen,” said Director Cordray to the House Financial Services Committee.

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

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August Wilson Monologue Competition showcases best area drama students (Cont’d from page 12) the rest of their lives.”

Sanders said drama and arts

in general are something that needs to be put back into the schools. He said whether peo-

(Continued from page 12) thony Irons (Wolf); Chester eta Creative Arts Foundation Gregory ( Sterling ); and Ron and Court Theatre. Website: OJ Parson ( Memphis). http://www.goodmantheatre.There are also one-night- org/90/index.-php/augustonly FREE readings of the wilsoncelebration. other nine plays in the 20th Century Cycle at off-Loop Individual tickets run $25 theaters and community $79 and are on sale now. Visit venues, including MPAACT, www.GoodmanTheatre.org, Congo Square Theatre Com- call 312.443.3800 or visit the pany, Pegasus Theatre Chicago, box office ( 170 N. Dearborn Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, St.).

ple want to believe it or not, by not having arts in schools, we are hurting society and losing thousands of kids across the nation, who might not be the best in math and science, but who can express themselves and be culturally rounded via the arts.

“Ultimately this competition is about using literature, specifically August Wilson, to educate children on sociology, history and self confidence, all of the things they really need in order to be successful in life,” Sanders said. “By pulling art out of schools you’re taking away an avenue where a lot of kids are going to be initially transformed by. It’s a powerful tool that should be used in edu-

cation to make a full cultured person and not just a robot out there in the world just willing to work for somebody. Art allows them to invent and create the world they live in.”

The three finalists will be receiving an all-expense paid trip for the opportunity to perform on May 4th. August Wilson’s Century Cycle is a singular achievement in the American Theatre. Each of the 10 worldclass plays is set in a different decade of the 20th Century.

The plays give insight into the rich content of African American life during each decade. In New York, the three Chicago finalists will compete against regional winners from Atlanta,

LBJ’s defenders cheapen his accomplishments (Cont’d from page 7) was being organized, and I went there with a strong team. He personally invited me to organize the Latinos in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Massa- chusetts, and so I did.”

King’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech – made two years before the Selma to Montgomery March – was a broad appeal for justice for “all of God’s children.”

So it’s preposterous to suggest that it was President Johnson’s idea to include “Mexican-Americans in the struggle for equality.”

The reality is that Johnson was anything but a civil rights

advocate in Congress.

PoliticFact.com, the factchecking site, noted that Robert Caro, LBJ’s biographer, said: “for eleven years he had voted against every civil rights bill – against not only legislation aimed at ending the poll tax and segregation in the armed services but even against legislation aimed at ending lynching: a one hundred percent record.

“Running for the Senate in 1948, he had assailed President Harry Truman’s entire civil rights program (‘an effort to set up a police state’)…Until 1957, in the Senate, as in the House, his record – by that time a twenty-year record – against civil rights had been

consistent.”

Luci Baines Johnson accepted an award from march organizers Sunday morning in Selma on behalf of her father, saying, “It means the world to me to know that a half-century later you remember how deeply Daddy cared about social justice and how hard he worked to make it happen.”

It was only after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and Johnson’s elevation from vice president that he overcame his past, signing into law the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the Fair Housing Act of 1968.

Those three laws forever changed the United States for

the better. LBJ’s legacy is firmly established. He doesn’t need his supporters to lie about his record in order to enlarge his reputation.

George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine, is editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA) and BlackPressUSA.com. 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 and George E. Curry Fan Page on Facebook. See previous columns at http://www.georgecurry.com/columns.

Let members of Congress (Continued from page 8)

who would privatize Amtrak have rejected the notion of national connections and equal access to transportation in favor of profligate profit seeking.

Members of Congress live a privileged existence. Some say they deserve it because of the service they render to

our nation. But if their health care access were the same as ours, if their access to transportation were the same as ours, if their access to financial services were the same as ours, might they behave differently? If they spent just a minute with a gun pointed at their head because they had the

temerity to jaywalk, if they were beaten because they dared ask questions of a police officer, if their 5year-old child was handcuffed because she had a tantrum, would our laws be different?

Thanks to Congressman Jeff Denham, whose dog could not ride Amtrak, we

know how personal inconvenience can turn into transformative legislation.

If members of Congress spent a week living in a constituent’s shoes, how might our laws change?

Julianne Malveaux is an author and economist based in Washington, D.C.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Hele Burleson

(Cont’d from page 4) “Authorities have not released the 19-year-old’s name, but family members identified him to local media as Tony Robinson.”

This is perfect example of how Selma in the past and present day Selma are exactly the same. Selma is symbolic of communities throughout America. Selma is not an isolated incident. People of African origin are being subjected to a Holocaust every day of the year, here in America!

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ple were 500 employees of ComEd who recruited friends and family to join their team. The ComEd Coolers raised more than $150,000.

their Energy Force Ambassador program, a unique initiative in which members of our community engage the public to share energy saving tips.

Our partnership with ComEd is greatly valued by our organization. Under the leadership of President and CEO Anne Pramaggiore, their support is an example of community involvement at its finest. In addition to their participation at the Chicago Polar Plunge, we are proud to be a partner of

Bravo, Team ComEd. You make a lasting difference in the lives of our athletes and their families. We thank you for supporting us as together we build a community of acceptance and inclusion for all.

Dear Editor: Our 15th Annual Chicago Polar Plunge took place this past Sunday at North Avenue Beach. More than 4,500 “warm-hearted” people jumped into Lake Michigan to support the year-round programs enjoyed by our 5,000 athletes.

Among these spirited peo-

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HOUSES FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC P l a i n t i f f , v .

EDDIE J WILSON D e f e n d a n t s 14 CH 14553 8202 SOUTH MUSKEGON AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 14, 2015, at 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 8202 SOUTH MUSKEGON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31-225-015-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached 2 car 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 PA1406605. 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. PA1406605 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 14553 TJSC#: 35-480 I647727

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.ROZALYN ALEXANDER MOSS A/K/A ROZALYN A. MOSS, INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF EPHRAIM D. MOSS A/K/A EPHRAIM MOSS, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 07837 7942 SOUTH WINCHESTER AVENUE 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 8, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 9, 2015, at 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 7942 SOUTH WINCHESTER AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-31-200037-0000. The real estate is improved with a brown, brick, single family home; 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 PA1403698. 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. PA1403698 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 07837 TJSC#: 35-450 I647785

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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 .

TINA ROBINSON, CHESTER ANDERSON, BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS, INC. D/B/A BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. OF ILLINOIS D e f e n d a n t s 14 CH 14359 8356 S ESSEX AVE Chicago, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 26, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 13, 2015, at 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 8356 S ESSEX AVE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31-301-039-0000, 21-31-301-040-0000. The real estate is improved with a single 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 PA1405732. 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. PA1405732 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 14359 TJSC#: 35-1859 I647808

\IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.EDNA RUTHERFORD, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF L.V. RUTHERFORD COLEMAN AKA L.V. R. COLEMAN, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, L.V. RUTHERFORD COLEMAN A/K/A L.V. R. COLEMAN,

MICHELLE GRANT, DARRIN TAYLOR, TRACY TAYLOR, MARK ROBERTSON, NICHOLAS RUTHERFORD, MICHAEL ROBERTSON Defendants 13 CH 19581 8954 SOUTH JUSTINE STREET AKA 8954 SOUTH JUSTINE AVENUE 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 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 2015, at 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 8954 SOUTH JUSTINE STREET AKA 8954 SOUTH JUSTINE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-05-116-030-0000.

The real estate is improved with a 2 story home 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. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 PA1311646. 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. PA1311646 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 19581 TJSC#: 35-835 I647411

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.GINA JOHNSON A/K/A GINA P. JOHNSON A/K/A GINA PATRICE JOHNSON, TAGINA DILLINGHAM, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 9783 5809 SOUTH SANGAMON 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 December 11, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 9, 2015, at 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 5809 SOUTH SANGAMON STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-17-229003-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home. 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

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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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 PA1404348. 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. PA1404348 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 9783 TJSC#: 34-21394 I647410

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CROWN MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.VICTORIA E. HAMMOND Defendants 13 CH 022982 7722 S. CREGIER AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 17, 2015, at 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 7722 S. CREGIER AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-25-319-028. 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. 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 mort-

gagee 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-13-13261. 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. 14-13-13261 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 022982 TJSC#: 35-1919 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LIBERTY HOME EQUITY SOLUTIONS INC. FORMERLY KNOWN AS GENWORTH FINANCIAL HOME EQUITY ACCESS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.CITY OF CHICAGO, HOME ACQUISITIONS, INC., SWA INVESTMENTS, LLC, RUTHIE WILLIAMS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF FELIX WILLIAMS, IF ANY, WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF FELIX WILLIAMS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 37817 7919 SOUTH MARQUETTE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 7, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 8, 2015, at 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 7919 SOUTH MARQUETTE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31-106-013-0000.

The real estate is improved with a brown, brick, two story, single family home with a detached two car 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county

venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 PA1217852. 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. PA1217852 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 37817 TJSC#: 35-312 I646879

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2007-HE3 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE3 Plaintiff, -v.KIMBERLY HINES, ULYSSES MCNAIRY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 08 CH 025390 2720 E. 76th Place Chicago, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 26, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 28, 2015, at 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 2720 E. 76th Place, Chicago, IL 60649 Property Index No. 2130-313-007. The real estate is improved with a multi-family unit. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-13-27414. 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. 14-13-27414 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 08 CH 025390 TJSC#: 35-3187 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR NOMURA ASSET ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION REPERFORMING LOAN REMIC TRUST SERIES 2004—R3 Plaintiff, -v.ROCHELLE D. AHMAD, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, SECURITY CREDIT SERVICES, L.L.C. Defendants 12 CH 020922 7811 S. HAMILTON AVENUE 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 September 30, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 6, 2015, at 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 7811 S. HAMILTON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-30-315-004. 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. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-14-12881. 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. 14-14-12881 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 020922 TJSC#: 35-2772 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division.

Champion Mortgage Company P l a i n t i f f , v s .

Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Annabelle Nails; Gerald Nordgren for the estate of Annabelle Nails; The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Unknown Owners and Non-Record C l a i m a n t s D e f e n d a n t s , 14 CH 7664 Sheriff's # 150044 F14040002 CPN Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on April 17, 2015, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 655 West 61st Street, Chicago, Illinois 60621 P.I.N: 20-16-315-086-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Home.

Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments.

Premise will NOT be open for inspection.

For information, contact the sales department, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14040002 CPN. For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PENNYMAC CORP. Plaintiff, -v.LIBADI A. SANUSI, BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL 1 INC., THE CHATHAM CLUB HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, CACH, LLC Defendants 13 CH 002590 110 E. 90TH STREET 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 January 8, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 10, 2015, at 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 110 E. 90TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 25-03-130-096. 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. 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. You

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will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-13-02219. 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. 14-13-02219 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code.

21762 Case Number: 13 CH 002590 TJSC#: 35-1160 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2003-2, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-2 Plaintiff, -v.CONCORDIA JONES A/K/A CONCORDIA C. JONES Defendants 11 CH 015901 8845 S. RIDGELAND AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 7, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 9, 2015, at 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 8845 S. RIDGELAND AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-01-113-015. 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. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-13-28294. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor,

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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. 14-13-28294 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code.

21762 Case Number: 11 CH 015901 TJSC#: 35-1042 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.

I646910 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2006-WMC2 ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-WMC2 Plaintiff, -v.DAVID WRIGHT A/K/A DAVID C WRIGHT, SR. A/K/A DAVID CORNELL WRIGHT, SR., MARCIE RICHARD A/K/A MARCIE RICHARDS A/K/A MARCIE WRIGHT Defendants 14 CH 18636 8017 SOUTH ESSEX AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 23, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 1, 2015, at 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 8017 SOUTH ESSEX AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31-110-042-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached 2 car 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 PA1408653. 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. PA1408653 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 18636 TJSC#: 35-3124 I647499

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2006-4 NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-4 Plaintiff, -v.BARBARA EDWARDS-HUDSON, WADE HUDSON, SAXON MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. Defendants 11 CH 006499 457 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 June 3, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 27, 2015, at 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 457 W. 61ST STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-320-0010000. 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. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. 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 14-13-27275. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE 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. 14-13-27275 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code.

21762 Case Number: 11 CH 006499 TJSC#: 35-2975 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.

I646983

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

SABINA CENTER, LLC, AN ILLINOIS L I M I T E D JA KIM; C SON Blacks Must control their own coMMunity K BANK, N.A.; C OF C A MUNICIPAL C UNKNOWN O AND NON RECORD C Defendants, 1 CH 44728 N OF SALE P Foreclosure e in the above entitled cause I

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THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK C ILLINOIS C DEPARTMENT C DIVISION M FINANCIAL BANK, N.A.; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

S AN ILLINOIS I M I T E D LIABILITY COMPANY; SOON JA KIM; CHONG SON KIM; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 44728 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, March 30, 2015, 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 301-315 West 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60620.

P.I.N. 20-33-201-003-0000, 20-33-201-004-0000, 20-33-201-005-0000, 20-33-201-006-0000, 20-33-201-007-0000, 20-33-201- 0 0 8 - 0 0 0 0 .

The mortgaged real estate is a 7,800 sq. feet, one story, two tenant retail building.

The property may be made available for inspection by contacting Mr. 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 Mr. Edward P. Freud at Ruff, Freud, Breems and Nelson, Ltd., 200 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 263-3890.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I646796 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I LLC, ASSET B A C K E D CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-AC7 P l a i n t i f f , v s .

VONNETTE PINKNEY, BANCO POPULAR NORTH AMERICA D e f e n d a n t s , 13 CH 14688 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 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 7622 South Marshfield Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620.

P.I.N. 20-30-418-026-0000.

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 Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

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

ESTHER MUCHIRI AKA ESTHER W. MUCHIRI; REO PROPERTY COMPANY; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 27900 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, March 23, 2015, 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 7515 South Perry Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620.

P.I.N. 20-28-405-012-0000.

The mortgaged real estate is 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

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common interest c unit other t mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 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. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Ms. Diana Rdzanek at Plaintiff's Attorney, J. Peterman Legal Group Ltd., 165 Bishops Way, Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005.

847-464-8089.

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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 .

PAUL THOMAS; LINCOLNWAY COMMUNITY BANK; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; STATE OF ILLINOIS; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 36175 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on July 31, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 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. 20-22-420-029-0000.

Commonly known as 7028 South Eberhart Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637.

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: 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 s a l e .

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 1 9 0 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I646246

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

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VERA L. STANFORD; LINDA STANFORD; STATE OF ILLINOIS; CACH, LLC, AMERICA, NA; RICHARD IRVIN SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD C L A I M A N T S ; D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 8256 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, March 27, 2015 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. 20-35-225-006-0000.

Commonly known as 8217 S. Avalon Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 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 Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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Ima bees wondering if his pal Gubner Bruce Rauner is mad at him. Rauner tol’ him to endorse Rahm and he don’ crossed his boss man. Rahm made several trips to Willie’s downtown condo and he wanted to get his nod.

Ima betcha that Rahm had not made that many trips to any Black man’s home but the President of the United States at 1600 Pennsylvania in D.C. before. Now the President had better take heed, ‘cause some of the folks in Chicago have been talkin’ to other folks and Chicagoans ain’t the only

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ADDITIONS OR ADDICTIONS???

Folks in a far south ward is still chuckling since the election of February 24 about some beautiful campaign literature. It was in living color that showed all of the wonderful thangs the Alderman had done in his/her ward and instead of it being labeled “Additions” it proclaimed “Addictions.” Some folks were overheard saying wonder what the

Rahm Emanuel person that put it together was doing or thinking about doing?

Even grade schoolers know the difference. Here’s a hint for those of you who does not live in this particular ward and did not have the opportunity to see it. HINT: The Alderman is supporting Mayor Rahm Emanuel!!!

-ImaDA MARE IS IN DEEP . . .

Jesus Chuy Garcia

-ImaWILLIE FOR “CHUY” Willie Wilson came out at my deadline and said he was endorsing “Chuy” Garcia for Mayor.

the real question to you is this: Are you the one who advised him that it would be okay to ignore and mistreat Black folks? Lak he been doing in Washington except the approved list of Black leaders (you know Morial, Sharpton et al).

Willie Wilson

ones p’oed over what the President has or has not done.

The magic word for the President is LEGACY. What will his legacy be? Especially since his coattails were not long enough to sweep Gubner Quinn into the Gubner’s house for another term and his coattails were not long enough to keep his little Ballerina friend from a run-off. Mr. President you got your start from here (you’ve admitted that), when did you decide to ignore your own hometown for most things? And

Ima heard that Mare Emanuel is so scared that he is talking to anyone who looks Black dese days.

Every morning when he uncurls from the fetal position he is actively seeking some kind of Black person to be friendly with. Word in the streets is that he had better do more than shut down 50 streetlight cameras if he wants to return to the 5th floor of City Hall. Dey say he is probably willing to talk to Ima by now, but he knows he’s dead in the water if Ima tells him to wade into Lake Michigan until his hat floats (oh dat’s right he don’t wear no hat).

Well until his white curly locks are standing straight up in the water. He, he, he!!!

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