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Cong. Rush sets noon deadline Friday for arrest of CVS shoplifter murderer

By J. Coyden Palmer Surrounded by the mother of homicide victim Anthony Kyser and several religious leaders on Tuesday May 18, Congressman Bobby Rush sounded like a cowboy when he said county prosecutors and police have until noon Friday to arrest the people involved in killing an alleged shoplifter last week on the city’s Southwest side. Rush is enraged that a 35-year-old Black man was murdered because he allegedly stuffed some crayons and toothpaste down his pants and exited a CVS pharmacy store on 26th and Pulaski May 8th. Rush said police Superintendent Jody Weis and Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez are ignoring their duties.

“A man’s civil and human rights were violated. He lost his life,” said Rush during a press conference at his church on 64th and Harvard May 18th. “Though Mr. Kyser was only suspected of shoplifting, we have something in this country called due process. There was no capital crime committed here.”

According to police, Kyser was chased down and captured in an alley a few blocks from the store. One employee put Kyser in a headlock to try to subdue him. It is also reported that at some point an off-duty deputy from the Cook County Sheriff ’s

Department came onto the scene and allegedly pulled her weapon. What happened after that is still under investigation, said a spokesperson for the Chicago Police Department.

“What kind of society are we living in

where an unarmed man’s life can be taken by a group of vigilantes?” Rush asked. “If he was stealing the police should have been called and he would have paid for his breaking the law—but I am sure his sentence would not have been death. His ac-

tions, such as retail theft or running from the scene, do not justify him being chased down an alley to be beaten and strangled to death by store employees.”

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A CVS PHARMACY, located in Little Village is at the center of controversy regarding the pharmacy’s manager and the killing of an alleged shoplifter, Anthony Kyser. (Inset) Kyser, is shown in a 2008 photo with his then wife Ann Marie, was strangled to death allegedly by a CVS store manager after being accused of stealing a box of crayons and toothpaste.

Weis: Stronger community ties with police, not National Guard can deter crime

By La Risa Lynch Bringing in the National Guard to curb violence plaguing city neighborhoods dominated a Seventh Ward public safety meeting last week where Chicago Police Superintendent Jody Weis insisted that police are better able to handle violence than the military.

“The National Guard is the solution if you are willing to give up your first, fourth, fifth and six amendments,” Weis told more than 100 residents who packed Rainbow Beach Park fieldhouse.

“If you are willing to give up your right to assemble on a corner and have free speech then the National Guard is the solution,” he added.

Law enforcement’s mission is different from the military, Weis explained, adding

JODY WEIS TALKS with residents after the public safety meeting held at Rainbow Beach Park fieldhouse.

that the police’s goal “is a successful prosecution.”

“That is not their mission,” said Weis who served in the U.S. Army. He cited the shooting deaths of four Kent State University student killed by the National Guard in 1970 as reason for not using the National Guard.

“I don’t know if you want 18-year-old men and women driving in Humvees with fully automatic M-16s, not know the streets of Chicago … maybe thinking they hear a shot, maybe seeing a group of four or five guys on the corner where they think the shot came from and they go out and shoot all four or five guys.”

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NEWS

CPS students begin campaign to educate peers about sexually transmitted diseases

By J. Coyden Palmer A new poster created by a Chicago Public Schools student to make his fellow students more aware of sexually transmitted diseases was unveiled earlier this week at Austin High School on the West Side.

Ronald Johnson, a student at Corliss High School, created the poster as part of the ‘Stop. Think.

Wait.’ contest. Johnson said teens are often vulnerable to pressure from their friends to start engaging in sexual behavior before they are emotionally and mentally ready to handle the responsibility.

“Often students get caught up in the passion of the moment and lose sight of what can happen to them if they are not aware of the consequences” said Johnson, who last year was a finalist in the ‘Expression Against HIV/AIDS Awareness Contest.’ “This not only means the possibility of getting a disease, but also the chance of an unwanted pregnancy and destruction of future plans, goals and dreams.”

Walgreen’s and CPS have been partnering on the issue of teen sexual behavior for the past few years.

Most of the campaigns have focused on teen abstinence. ‘Stop.

Think. Wait.’ is a PSA campaign, developed, in-part by high school students, to provide teens with the facts about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and encourage them to not participate in risky sexual behavior.

It’s a hot topic on the political scene as former President George Bush was an abstinence advocate but his critics claimed that policy was not realistic in dealing with today’s youth. They say a more comprehensive approach is necessary.

Last year President Obama slashed the budget for abstinence-only programs. He has shifted more to a prevention of teen pregnancy philosophy. Even with that approach, many say more needs to be done to combat the problem of STD rates among teens. According to statistics from the Chicago Department of Public Health, Chicago ranks first and second respectively for the highest rates of gonorrhea and chlamydia in the country for youth between the ages of 15 to 19. The Obama administration is currently in the process of putting together the final aspects of a strategy to address the issue of HIV/AIDS. “I and other workers on the frontline believe the abstinenceonly programs that have been the federal policy for nearly 10 years, do little to affect the HIV/AIDS rates and in fact may make them worse,” said Tabasha Holloway, who works for a non-profit organization in southern Illinois that works with youth on the issue of STDs and teen pregnancy. “A 2

more comprehensive approach that includes abstinence will reach more youth because there will always be those who engage in sexual activity, so you need to teach them how to protect themselves.

With all of the latest advances in technology in safer sex products, it’s no reason we shouldn’t be making this information available to the most at risk groups, including teens.”

Because the Bush policies handcuffed many school districts on what and how they could teach the subject, many districts are looking for direction under Obama. A spokesperson for CPS said the issue is critical, especially since there are high teen pregnancy rates in some schools.

“CPS is committed to reducing the high rates and numbers of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, and unintended pregnancies among adolescents,” said Ira Rounsaville, from CPS’s Office of Specialized Services. “We have increased the quality, availability and effectiveness of educational programs and services designed to prevent disease, improve health and increase the quality of life by addressing barriers to learning,” he said.

Part of the anticipated Obama policy on the issue will focus on making more public/private partnerships to educate the public.

The Chicago-based Project IN-

CORLISS HIGH SCHOOL assistant principal Latanza Boarden (l-r); Austin Polytechnical Academy principal William Gerstein; Walgreens director of community affairs John Gremer; Corliss High School junior Ronald Johnson; Austin Polytechnical Academy junior Shamaine Pryor; AIDS Foundation of Chicago policy associate Pete Subkoviak and CPS Office of Specialized Services’ coordinated school health specialist Ira Rounsaville.

CARE Initiative received a major HIV/AIDS care and treatment. green’s Director of Community grant from the National AIDS The community grants were made Affairs, John Gremer. “The extraFund (made possible by BMS/Pospossible through an unrestricted ordinary design created by Ronald itive Charge) to help improve acgrant to NAF from Bristol-Myers Johnson from Corliss High School cess to care for people living with Squibb. Representatives from resonates among teens and will not HIV/AIDS throughout ChicaWalgreen’s say their company is only be displayed in every high go. The NAF grants provide an opcommitted to helping the com- school but in many Walgreen’s loportunity for geographically and munities they do business in be- cations as well. “I can’t think of a culturally diverse organizations better way to encourage our youth come healthier. within the region to combine their “It is important to Walgreen’s to be leaders among their peers expertise in the development of that we continually educate teens than by promoting the work of an community-driven solutions to on the dangers of sexually trans- outstanding young man like help enable greater access to mitted infections,” explains Wal- Ronald Johnson.”

Weis: Stronger community ties with police, not National . . .

(Continued from page 1) April stirred calls for the National Guard. But Weis added that overall violent crime in the city is down 11 percent and murders are down 40 percent in the Seventh Ward.

To combat a wave of violence associated with summer heat, Weis noted more manpower will be deployed in the 9 percent of city blocks notorious for the city’s high crime numbers. That same real estate was responsible for the bulk of crime in 2008 and 2007, he added.

The department, he explained, is doing more pinpointed deployment of resources in places before crime is committed. The key to curbing violence, Weis contends, is a strong relationship between police and community. He stressed the importance of attending beat meetings and organizing block clubs.

Yet, the biggest challenge to police is the code of silence on the streets.

The no snitching rule perpetuates the cycle of violence, Weis said, adding that not snitching benefits the offender who is free to hurt more people.

“Today’s offenders become tomorrow’s victims,” he said, adding Saturday, May 22, 2010

Police Superintendent Jody Weis says he is not in favor of using the National Guard patrolling city streets. that most offenders live in the community. “They weren’t coming from the suburbs and shooting people.”

However, South Shore resident Pearl Fountain wants the National Guard.

“Policemen, I think you are doing a good job, but I think you need some help,” Fountain said. “I’m 80 years old, and I never (seen) so many kids getting killed.”

Her granddaughter, she added, lives three blocks from school and her parents pick-up her up every day because “they are afraid to let (her) walk back and forth.”

Another South Shore resident, who declined to giver her name, agreed with Weis. The resident recalled how her relatives were treated by the National Guard after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans.

“They treated those people like they were enemies,” she said. “They are trained to do war. They are not trained to serve and protect normal citizens.”

Ald. Sandi Jackson also is against using the National Guard. She said they are not suited to handle the city’s particulars. The Black community needs more jobs, because crimes like burglaries are economically driven so individuals can support their families, Jackson explained.

“I don’t want to turn our community into a militarized zone,” she said.

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Also discussed at the meeting was the use of the police department’s blue light camera system. Since 2006, more than 4,000 arrests were made from the camera. Weis said the department is looking at technology to expand camera use, including hidden or covert cameras.

He said the police also has the infrastructure to tap into a business’s private security camera to put additional eyes on the streets.

The cameras also have been successful in tracking non-criminal activity. He cited the death of former Chicago Board of Education President Michael Scott as an example.

The cameras enabled police to see Scott was alone in his final hours.

“It gave us further indication that it was a suicide rather than any type of foul play,” Weis noted.

However, Jackson favors the use of covert cameras and even offered up her entire ward as a pilot project for their installation. Placing covert cameras throughout the ward makes it impossible for criminals to know where the cameras are, she said.

“I like what I see in London. I have no problems with big brother looking at every single camera,” Jackson added.

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NEWS

New poll confirms majority of Chicagoans want Walmart Strategy One survey shows more than 70 percent support more Walmart stores in the city;72 percent in favor of new store at Pullman Park An overwhelming majority of Chicagoans are in favor of more Walmart stores in the city and specifically, a new store at Pullman Park, according to a new survey. The poll, conducted by StrategyOne Research and commissioned by Walmart, shows more than seven-in-ten support Walmart expanding in the city, even when the question says, “in your area.” When asked specifically about a new store on the corner of 111th Street and I-94, 72 percent affirm that position.

Less than one-in-five are opposed.

StrategyOne is a full service strategic consulting and research firm and is a subsidiary of Daniel J. Edelman, Inc. Additionally, by nearly a twoto-one margin (61 to 32 percent), respondents support mayoral approval of the expansion of Walmart through administrative action if the city council fails to approve it.

“This poll confirms what we have heard consistently from residents: Chicago wants Walmart,” said Julie Murphy, Senior Vice President of Midwest Operations for Walmart Stores, Inc. “Chicagoans trust Walmart to deliver the quality jobs and affordable grocery options that they want and need.”

From consumers and suppliers to city officials, Chicago is talking about Walmart. See what they

have to say by visiting: www.walmartchicago.com.

“It is hard not to be impressed with this level of support,” said Stanley B. Greenberg, senior counselor to Edelman and respected pollster. “With jobs and the future economy the greatest worries, Chicagoans are welcoming businesses that bring new jobs to the city. Rather than a polarizing issue, Walmart building a new store is a galvanizing issue drawing support across ethnic and geographic lines.”

The StrategyOne poll also showed that support is strongest on the South side with 79 percent favor building, while only 17 percent oppose. Support remains high across the city, with 66 percent and 70 percent on the North and West sides of the city, respectively, favoring expansion. AfricanAmerican and Hispanic residents are the most supportive - with support levels at 74 and 76 percent respectively - but more than two-thirds of white Chicagoans also support the project.

About Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT), or “Walmart,” serves customers and members more than 200 million times per week at more than 8,000 retail units under 53 different banners in 15

countries. With fiscal year 2009 sales of $401 billion, Walmart employs more than 2.1 million associates worldwide. A leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity, Walmart ranked first among retailers in Fortune Maga-

zine’s 2009 Most Admired Companies survey. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting www.walmartstores.com. Online merchandise sales are available at www.walmart.com and www.samsclub.com.

“Clearly, my residents demand that that the Pullman Park project moves forward and that it includes a Walmart,” said Alderman Anthony A. Beale of the 9th Ward. “Given these polling results, it’s reassuring to know that my residents are not alone on this issue.”

The Strategy One Poll also is consistent with recent surveys conducted by The Chicago Tribune and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.

COOK COUNTY STATE’S Attorney Anita Alvarez greets retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor at a legal luncheon in Chicago for the Chicago Bar Association. Alvarez, who is the President of the CBA, introduced Justice O’Connor, who was the keynote speaker for the event.

Cong. Rush sets noon deadline Friday for arrest . . . have a previous arrest record. His mother, Ann Marie Kyser described him as the love of her life and the two became closer after his older brother was murdered a few years ago. Mrs. Kyser admitted her son may have had his problems, but he didn’t deserve to die in this manner.

“They’re saying a shoplifter paid with his life; wrong my son paid with his life,” she said. “I’m hoping he wasn’t stealing, but if he did, he still does not deserve this.

That was my son! I gave birth to him! God didn’t snatch his life away from him, so how dare you,” she asked angrily.

Rush was asked why there was not widespread public outrage surrounding this case, especially among Black Americans. He believes there is a “quiet storm brewing.” When pressed further, citing this point there have been no protests and the case is not be-

what was the CVS policy regarding employees leaving a store to pursue a thief, but spokesmen for the company were not commenting on the case. Attorney James Montgomery has been secured

by Kyser’s family. Montgomery believes CVS employees and the off-duty deputy who was at the scene all committed crimes.

“If this had happened in another community, not only would the vigilantes been indicted immediately, but the police officer would be released from her duties and charged with malfeasance as she had control of the situation and did nothing,” Montgomery said.

Pat Hill is the Executive Director of the African American Police League. She too has issues with how the situation was handled by the off-duty deputy.

“We are trained that once you announce your office, you are now acting in a professional capacity,” Hill said. “If you are witnessing a crime, such as a person being beat down, you are in control of that situation. If you do not demand control and assure that the crime cease and desist, you have now become complicit in that crime.”

Hill went on to say that the failure of the police department to fully investigate the matter is a “dereliction of duty” on the part of Weis. She also said the Cook County Sheriff ’s Department also needs to be investigating the actions of their deputy. A spokesperson for Sheriff Tom Dart said no investigation had begun and referred all questions about the matter to the Chicago police.

Kyser was a married, 35-yearold, unemployed barber who did

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ing talked about in the community, Rush said: “There is a widespread universal outcry and sense of injustice around this case,” Rush said.

“We are facing a lot of things in our community including crime, bad healthcare, bad schools and unemployment. So we have to break through that clutter because we cannot exist in a city where a person is killed by vigilantes and law enforcement officials try (to) sweep it under a rug.”

Dr. Christopher Cooper is a former Washington D.C. police officer, who now practices as a Civil Rights attorney in Chicago and is the former leader of the National Black Police Association. Cooper sees a dangerous trend nationwide in how law enforcement agencies are policing Black communities. He said more departments are becoming Saturday, May 22, 2010

militarized and said the sentiment is growing as more than one major city has looked into bringing in the National Guard in their Black communities. Cooper said while Weis and city officials have publicly been against that plan, they are slowly militarizing more aspects of the current CPD. “You see more officers carrying automatic weapons, using concussion grenades and dressing in a more military style uniform,” Cooper said. “This is not the way to police our community, especially given the history between law enforcement and our community. These types of incidents, including the recent tragedy in Detroit where a seven-year-old Black girl was shot and killed by police, only make it harder for officers to do their jobs because it messes with the fragile trust the community has with the police.”

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OPINION

EDITORIAL Hatred And Ignorance Revealed On A “Hidden Field” A book entitled “On a Hidden Field” by Dennis Allums and Betty Allums, PhD, chronicles the life and times of Salaya Evans, a 5-year-old part African American, part Italian girl who spoke 86 languages, and who was born in 1959. The book, written in novel form about allegedly true events, deals with a world-wide sub-government that allegedly has no boundaries and routinely recruits extremely gifted youth in research projects ultimately for military purposes. Game Theory is a cornerstone of much of this research. Because of the oppressive tactics used to extract information, Salaya disappeared for a number of years, only to surface later because a 5-year-old companion and confidant told authorities of her whereabouts, and they knew that by tracking him they would eventually find her. Salaya, who later became Katelena Jones, allegedly predicted the future, and to date, according to the author, numerous predictions have come true, including those about Hurricane Katrina, 9/11, increasing homelessness and economic turmoil in America. As a teen she was surrounded by a group of brilliant youth companions who made it a point to do research in the field of forecasting the future.

One of Salaya’s most poignant predictions was that of what she referred to as “On a Hidden Field.” She drew a series of boxes that were connected by lines, and giving hints of this field described it in the following manner: 1) It would be the only place where billions of people could be on the same field at the same time; 2) That it would be a new language represented by a fourletter acronym; 3) That it would be the only way information could be delivered without local, national, or international intervention, and finally, 4) It would be on a “Hidden Field.” If you connect all of the dots, the inevitable conclusion is that Salaya/Katelena provided us with the description of the Internet. The four-letter acronym representing a new language would be HTML, i.e., hypertext mark-up language, that is the foundation of Internet posting.

Whether you buy the story about Salaya Evans or not, you can certainly view the Internet as a “hidden field.” Today, this field is revealing a humanity that is profoundly disturbed and filled with race hatred, violence, and general inanity. If you walk down an urban street or in rural by-ways, what you generally see are average people going about the business of being themselves. You do not hear the chatter in their heads. You would not guess that they harbor thoughts so dark and chilling that they would make you cringe. Yet, when they are hiding behind a keyboard typing these thoughts onto the Internet, the chatter that is non-apparent when seeing them becomes very real. The consequence of this is that today, on the hidden field of the Internet, almost every comment/post solicited from the public in response to almost any topic is peppered with language revealing hatred, violence, ignorance, intolerance, obscenity and more.

The posts spewing race hatred, in particular, are crescendoing at an alarming rate, and one wonders if the flames will envelop the real world resulting in a racial conflagration.

According to the authors of “On a Hidden Field,” one of the main reasons Salaya/Katelena and her cohorts were so interested in predicting the future was to allow us the option of preventing the negative results of our actions. If we know what lies ahead, it might help us temper our behavior. But based on the state of the world today as revealed by the hidden field of the Internet, very few are taking seriously the possible consequences of our actions. If things don’t change, we will rush headlong into social annihilation. A luta continua.

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Saturday, May 22, 2010

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Identify unsung heroes and heroines Dear Editor: A hero can mean vastly different things. It could be the person who delivers meals to you if you are homebound, the mother who reared you or a cultural figure who stood up for your race, religion or gender. In April and as churches choose to do so in 2010, the African American Lectionary and African American congregations throughout the country will be recognizing contemporary heroes and heroines.

The African American Lectionary, a practical tool that offers insights to major social issues impacting our country, has launched this material to celebrate and give thanks to the many real-world heroes that inspire and serve our communities.

There is certainly no shortage of heroes and sheroes in African American culture. We have seen the evidence of these freedomfighting heroes through courageous leaders such as Harriet Tubman and Nat Turner, writers like Ida B. Wells and Samuel Cornish, activists such as Martin Luther King, Jr., and political leaders such as Representative James Clyburn and President Barack Obama.

Our heroes and heroines work daily on our behalf for our communities, congregations and our nation.

But I look to my community to not only recognize heroes of the past and those of national influence, but also to identify every day, unsung heroes and heroines of our time. In my eyes, a contemporary hero or heroine stands strong in the face of adversity and stands up for those who cannot speak for themselves. Whether it is the single mother providing for her children, an inner-city school teacher working hard to provide students with the tools they need to live a better life or a young volunteer mentoring a little brother or working with a disabled person, these heroes and heroines deserve our recognition as well.

Our country’s recession has resulted in an all-time high of credit defaults and home foreclosures.

According to a recent study by the Economic Policy Institute, the unemployment rate for Blacks will rise 8.6 points while the unemployment rate for whites will rise only 5 points from the beginning of the recession until the third quarter of 2010. These realities create the need for contemporary heroes in our community.

In order to rebuild our communities and help those most in need we must all find the hero within ourselves. We cannot simply depend on past heroes or current public figures to accomplish all of the heavy lifting. The change we’d

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all like to see in our communities starts from inside—within ourselves, and spread to our families, our communities, the nation and the world.

We should all work to find the modern day hero and heroine inside ourselves and recognize those in our community who should be acknowledged. Without people like them, the weak, poor, disabled and disadvantaged would be with-

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BEYOND THE RHETORIC

Beware of the Value-Added Tax

By Harry Alford NNPA Columnist I’m reminded of Emperor Nero playing the violin as Rome burns to the ground. Our elected officials continue to write pork barrel projects and take our deficit into territory that threatens our very future. We are in debt by $13 tril-

Harry C. Alford lion dollars and virtually ignore that. By printing more paper dollars we increase our reliance on our number one debt holder – China. Greece has fallen with Argentina, Portugal, Ireland and Spain getting ready to drop in like

fashion. The bailouts are coming from the International Monetary Fund, IMF, which gets 17 percent of its funding from the American taxpayer. My brothers and sisters, we are on the verge of the greatest depression in the history of the world and our politicians are spending money we don’t have.

The only way out of this mess is to seriously control our spending and lower the current budgets.

But, oh, the wolves are of another mind. I believe what they are going to try and do is use that age old oppressive system used when kings and pharaohs would get into financial trouble.

They are going to tax us in a hellish fashion. There is even talk about emulating the evil European tax system. That is the Value-Added Tax commonly known as the VAT. It is the VAT that causes Europeans to pay $8 for a gallon of gasoline; $20 dollar hamburgers; $600 for a hotel night. The VAT in the United States would change our entire civilization and create poverty and government abuse like never before.

The VAT is a scheme of many

tax levels. For every transaction there will be a VAT assessed. In England, the VAT is 20 percent of each transaction. Here is how it works. Arabs drill oil from the ground and sell it to British Petroleum. Zap goes a 20 percent tax.

BP takes the oil home and runs it through a refinery. Zap goes another 20%. BP sells it to a major distributor and zap goes another 20 percent. That major distributor sells it to a minor distributor and another 20 percent is added on. The minor distributor sells it to your gas station and zap goes another 20 percent.

Eventually there you are pumping gasoline into your car. That oil which originally cost about $1 a gallon as raw oil is now hitting you for $8 dollars.

If there is a VAT most of you have probably already bought your last car. Let’s say Ford now has a car they manufacture and sell to dealers for about $25,000.

With the VAT in place the taxation of all the parts assembled to that one car would take it up to approximately $40,000. When the dealer buys it the VAT would take it up to $48,000. When you select the car from the dealer the

final VAT will take the cost up to $57,600. That will take a family car to areas reserved for the rich and powerful only. The population of the rich and famous is going to shrink in this nation. We will quickly be going to European standards – very old money wealth for a few and massive socialistic nanny state kept population of the masses.

May God save us from the plight of Europe and other socialistic societies. Remember, millions of Europeans fled that system to come and enjoy our form of capitalism.

Why on earth would our politicians try to emulate something that doesn’t work? The answer to that question is really rather simple. They want absolute power.

Absolute power reserves the wealth for them and makes us indebted to them and destined to a future of servitude. This is a power grab, a supreme power grab and America’s democracy is threatened.

It is time for us to make it very clear to those who want to control us and reduce our nation into servitude, we will fight and rebel via a super flushing at the election

polls this fall. If they can’t reduce taxes between now and November, then it becomes the responsibility of the voters to fire them all.

That’s right – don’t fight to keep them from raising taxes, demand they actually lower them! They have gone too far already.

Imagine a nation with no income taxes and no corporate taxes. The citizens would have serious money to purchase, invest and save. Corporations would have no taxes to pass on to the consumers. The cost of living would significantly drop. This ideal nation would simply have a national sales tax on the end users of all products. The more you have; the more you spend and the greater the tax coffers will be to fund the nation. You may say I am dreaming. But if any great people can save this world, it will be those living in America. Watch out when they start talking about the VAT. Your future will be at stake.

Alford is the co-founder, president/CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce®. Website: www.nationalbcc.org. Email: halford@national-bcc.org.

Questions Linger about Obama’s Second Supreme Court Pick

By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist After pretending to be seriously considering up to 10 people for appointment to the Supreme Court, including two AfricanAmerican women, President Obama did what most of us predicted all along: He selected Solicitor General Elena Kagan to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Justice John Paul Stevens. I wrote more than a month ago that Kagan is a less than ideal appointment and nothing in recent weeks has changed my opinion.

I expect that Kagan will be fine on civil rights issues but could be a disappointment when called on to protect civil liberties or reign in executive powers. Why not get a candidate who will be reliably supportive of both civil rights and civil liberties? The fact that we’re debating whether Kagan would be a good appointment to the court underscores the depth of the problem.

Not surprisingly, major civil rights leaders and Black Harvard law professors have been busy in recent weeks writing articles in support of Kagan, the first female dean of Harvard Law School.

Charles J. Ogletree, Jr., for example, wrote articles for Newsweek The Chicago Crusader

and www.theroot.com defending “my colleague.” He observed that as dean of the Harvard Law School, Kagan requested to be appointed the Charles Hamilton Houston Professor of Law instead of the customary Sir Isaac Royall Professor of Law. Houston was the law school’s first African-American graduate.

Royall was a major slave trader and sold his slaves in Antigua to help create the Harvard Law School. By electing to hold a chair in honor of Houston instead of Royall, demonstrates “a compelling sense of her commitment to diversity and equality,” according to Ogletree.

It was the correct thing to do, but was hardly compelling. A more accurate yardstick is what happened on her watch as Harvard’s law dean.

Ogletree says: “Since Elena Kagan became dean, the number of African American students admitted, particularly Black males (given the national decline in African American males in colleges and universities), is simply astonishing.

From 2003 until she ended her deanship in 2009, the number of African American students has been at an all time high. Her first year, 10% of the students were African American and the total minority student body was 29%.

George E. Curry That percentage has increased in each category over the years. As a result, 31 percent of the entering class at Harvard Law School over the past 9 years is a record and a sign of her commitment.”

That is significant progress. But Kagan was dean for six years, not nine, therefore she should not be given credit for what happened after she left Harvard.

Black student enrollment, however impressive, is only part of the picture.

Three law professors – Anupam Chander of the University of California-Davis; Luis Fuentes-Rohwer of Indiana and Angela Onwuachi-Willig of the University of Iowa – co-authored an article on

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Kagan’s diversity record.

They wrote, “The first woman Dean of Harvard Law School had presided over an unprecedented expansion of the faculty — growing it by almost a half. She had hired 32 tenured and tenure-track academic faculty members (nonclinical, non-practice). But when we sat down to review the actual record, we were frankly shocked.

Not only were there shockingly few people of color, there were very few women. Where were the people of color? Where were the women? Of these 32 tenured and tenure-track academic hires, only one was a minority. Of these 32, only seven were women. All this in the 21st Century.”

Kagan defenders correctly state that the law faculty, not the dean, vote on whom to hire in the department. But Kagan backers can’t have it both ways: They can’t, as Ogletree did, brag about how she increased student diversity at Harvard and not have her accept responsibility for the dismal number of tenure-track African-Americans.

I am most concerned about Kagan’s stated “love” for the Federalist Society, the network of law students, professors, lawyers and judges whose stated goal is to move the judiciary to the right. At one Saturday, May 22, 2010

Harvard gathering of the Federalist Society, they gave Kagan a standing ovation. Do you think Justices John Roberts or Antonin Scalia would ever receive a standing ovation from the ACLU or the National Bar Association? We need to know why Right-wingers are cheering Kagan.

At this point, no one knows for certain what kind of justice Kagan will be. But we know this: When Roberts, Scalia and Clarence Thomas were appointed to the Supreme Court, there was absolutely no doubt about how they would vote on issues most important to AfricanAmericans. Given the opportunity to make two Supreme Court appointments in as many years, we shouldn’t be wondering what kind of justices the president is appointing to the Supreme Court. But that’s exactly what we’re doing.

George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine and the NNPA News Service, is a keynote speaker, moderator, and media coach.

He can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry.com You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/currygeorge.

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COMMENTARY Beyond the Backpack”: Dora the Explorer Helps Prepare Children for School

Worrill’s World

Marian Wright Edelman NNPA Columnist

By Dr. Conrad W. Worrill

REPARATIONS, MAAFA, AND GENOCIDE (Dr. Conrad Worrill, National Chairman Emeritus of the National Black United Front (NBUF) located at 1809 East 71st Street, Suite 211, Chicago, Illinois, 60649, 773-493-0900, Fax# 773-493-9819, E-mail: nbufchic@sbcglobal.net, Web site: nbufront.org))

Is every child in your community ready to start school? This may seem like a strange question to families still finishing up their plans for summer vacation. But in reality, it’s never too soon to start making sure children are prepared for their first day of school. That includes children for whom kindergarten is still a few years down the road.

So I’m pleased that Nickelodeon has launched a new initiative to help provide preschoolers the resources, skills, and support they will need to be well-prepared for school and ready to start their school years on the right path. The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) is joining the National Parent Teacher Association, actress Salma Hayek Pinault, and others in partnering with Nickelodeon on this important school readiness campaign.

The initiative was launched as part of the celebration of the tenth anniversary of Nickelodeon’s popular Latina preschool character Dora the Explorer. It’s named “Beyond the Backpack,” taking its title from the well-stocked backpack that keeps Dora ready for every adventure. Nickelodeon hopes to similarly prepare young children for the big adventure of starting school.

As they explain, “The first five years of life are critical to kids’ lifelong development. However, too many children enter kindergarten with physical, social, emotional and cognitive limitations that could have been minimized or eliminated through early attention to child and family needs. Research shows that children who are not performing proficiently by the end of third grade are at very high risk of poor long-term outcomes, such as dropping out of school, teen pregnancy and juvenile crime.

Beyond the Backpack is about the navigational tools—emotional, physical, experiential and actual that kids need to start school. Beyond the Backpack engages par-

discuss genocide against African People in America, we must also discuss the Maafa, because it was this Maafa that has historically created the on-going genocidal conditions inflicted against African People in America.

When we use the term “Maafa” we are talking about an African term used to describe tremendous suffering, indescribable atrocities, disaster, calamity, catastrophe, or injustice. This term is used to refer to the protracted suffering of African people and culture as a consequence of the Transatlantic Slave Trade System.

As the African Maafa researcher Michael Scott explains— “No African was waiting as a slave to be traded to the Europeans. In all regions of Africa, from which

Africans were transported, the African was involved in a brutal war declared by the European aggressor, interested in exploiting the human and natural resources of the richest continent on the earth.”

Further, Brother Scott reveals, “These Africans who became prisoners of war were placed in detention camps and then transported to the Americas to be enslaved by the benefactors of their captors. No African began his or her ordeal as a slave. Africans were reduced to slavery by conquest.”

It is important for African People to understand and internalize these brief historical facts. Just as the Jews, or any other group of people in the world, internalize their holocaust, and act on it, African People must come to the collective reality of our Maafa and act on it also.

Finally, Brother Scott instructs us that, “Our foreparents were innocent victims of these heinous system of forced labor. They were never able to comprehend being seized in early morning attacks on their villages by vicious raiding parties. They were never able to understand why they were being sold by the avaricious middle men. They could never fathom why they were being marched in fetters and chains to the coast where they were bartered for European merchandise especially rum and guns. They could never appreciate 'why they were being warehoused in hell-like dungeons in Elmina or Goree.”

So now that we have some insight into the idea and concept of the Maafa, it should make it easier to understand the idea and concept of genocide. In Olumenji’s book, White Genocide, Black Obsolescence, The Question of Black Survival In White America, he defines genocide very succinctly. He says genocide is the “deliberate and systematic destruction of Black people by white American socio-economic and cultural forces.”

According to Brother Olumenji, America has created an ideology that justifies the annihilation of African people in this country.

This is the function of genocide by those who inflict it on a mass of people. That is, they create a rationale for the annihilation and then try to explain that it does

not exist.

This was the case in the CIA involvement in cocaine distribution in Los Angeles in which the profits were used to finance the CIA backed Contra army in Nicaragua. This involvement of the CIA caused a proliferation of the distribution and sale of crack cocaine across the African Communities of America, causing serious devastation to our communities.

The United States Government tried to downplay the CIA's involvement in this incident by saying that this is an isolated situation and in fact this is not true.

As a result of the Maafa and the genocide against African People in America, we must step up the demand for Reparations as the National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America, N'COBRA, is advocating as are many other African organizations throughout the world.

Reparations simply means repair for injuries, harm and damages. As it has been pointed out, over and over again, we were made chattel and worked for more than three-hundred years without pay or other compensation for the value of our labor.

The white man and white woman stole and criminally appropriated the services and the value of three-hundred years of labor and then passed it on through inheritance to their children. This process helped create the United States of America and this is fundamental to our demands for Reparations.

We must continue to discuss these ideas in our efforts to dismantle our mental shackles.

Every race and every ethnic group in the world protect their interests and African People should and must do no less.

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At this current stage of history in the Black Liberation Movement, it is important that key concepts be revisited and re-discussed in our continued efforts to seek clarity on certain ideas that are fundamental to the white supremacy foundation of America.

First, there is the idea and concept of the “Maafa.” When we

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ents, educators and the community at large in the four areas critical to school success: 1) social and emotional “know how,” 2) early literacy and math skills, 3) parental involvement in schools, 4) health and wellness. Families and communities are a critical part of the solution for the well-rounded development of young kids.”

This multi-year campaign will include a Web site with information, links to partner organizations, and downloadable content for parents and educators; public service announcements; financial resources and grants; fundraising activities; and community events.

The National PTA will be co-authoring a parents’ toolkit and distributing materials to PTA leaders

Marian Wright Edelman and parents across the country.

Salma Hayek Pinault, John Leguizamo, Slash, Shakira, and others will be contributing to a limited-edition series of celebritydesigned Dora-themed backpacks that will be auctioned off in a number of countries in support of child education initiatives, and one hundred percent of the United States proceeds will benefit CDF. CDF has worked for over three decades to support the growth and development of our nation’s children through quality early care.

We have paid special attention to the crucial early years when so much brain and emotional development occur. These foundational (Continued on page 15)

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 4) out advocates. Applaud your contemporary heroes this Sunday or sometime this year and strive to be more like them.

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OPEN LETTER

Dear Editor: This is an open letter to all the people who are angry about parking meters in front of churches.

Getting angry will not solve our problems. The Mayor and Aldermen have made their decision which is causing pastors to have to pay $10.00 per day for every day they are in their office all day. The church secretary is the same. If you park near the church for a funeral, prayer meeting or any other kind of meeting you will get a $50.00 ticket if

you don’t pay the meter in front of the church. Instead of just getting angry meet with the United American Progress Association and let us see what problem we can cause them. Then they may become interested in helping us to solve the problems they are causing us.

The meeting will be held May 24, 2010 at 1716 West 79th Street at 7:00 p.m.

Dr. Webb Evans, President United American Progress Association The Chicago Crusader

THE CHATTERBOX

By Ima Gontellit Disclaimer: The following column is a gossip column. We ask that items contained herein be judged by individuals that read it as such and not as documented facts gathered by the newsgathering personnel of this publication. All sources submitting items to THE CHATTERBOX are confidential.

THE HEAT IS ON But apparently not in the monstrosity that houses the Voice of the Negro. Everybody in Chicago and the 50-person strong “Negro Voice Family” by now should have received a copy of a former staff member and whistle blower’s explosive certified 13-page letter detailing all sorts of shenanigans

tionist/building engineer/office manager (a/k/a Hebrew slave) phased her boss who supposedly called all of her freezing and sneezing staff in a extra chilled room in her warehouse/radio station and told them, “I don’t give a (rhymes with suck) about your families; don’t make your problems, my problems.”

But the most startling revelations she makes in her dissertation is that the president routinely was unable to make payroll as early as 2008. “I knew the station was going through a financial situation, because starting in late 2008, the radio staff did not get paid on time. Payday is the 3rd and 18th of every month and the staff and I had gone (twice, some more than twice) for a month without a paycheck.” She said because the workers kept missing paychecks several of them were

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times channels Queen Latifah inner man, screamed like a banshee about how she made a great business decision. The community wasn’t so convinced and for good reason—every LMA agreement Clear Channel has gone into with a small station has wound up owning that station, and now it looks like this radio station is next. Now it looks like the egg is on her face. We also hear there’s no way her girl, the Washington, D.C. area radio giant, is going to put another dime into that giant building and if she do, she is going to be the new owner of the Voice of the Negro. They say Clear Channel will have succeeded in putting what could have been a powerful tool for Negroes in the Midwest to be put out of business or co-opted and replaced with a bunch of ignorant disc jockeys who will tell us DUH Mayor is smart, The Bald Eagle (Pat Quinn) is good for Illinois and, Roland “Runnin’” Burris is 6 foot 3 inches tall.

Wonder how long it is gonna take before the Department of Labor, Lisa Madigan, Harold Davis, who sued the station for allowing Monkey Butler to tell lies about him on the air, and all them people they owe is knocking down the station’s door with a search warrant? Will the head honcho, who likes to call people “boo” when she’s cussin’ them out have to sell her multi-million dollar mansion in Las Vegas? Will

going on at the city’s only Negro owned radio station, which sharecrops as part of the Clear Channel plantation. Chief among the woman’s complaint are wild and dangerous building code violations, so severe it sounds like the 10,000 square foot stateof-the-art facility ain’t nothing more than an overpriced shotgun house.

The recptionist, who got kicked to the curb in October 2009 for refusing to remove her skullcap, not only says the radio headquarters lacks heat in the winter and air in the summer, but has an assortment of plumbing and sewage problems—none of which come from Charles “Black People Look Like Monkeys” Butler’s flat behind. She say if the place caught on fire everybody would burn up like the food at our favorite restaurant on 79th Street, because there ain’t no sprinkler system and nothing works right.

Even building inspectors and city snoops done told the radio station’s sharecropper president that she better clean up her act or else; and on top of that somebody put a bunch of propane tanks throughout the building like they was setting dynamite.

Yet, none of this, according to the woman who worked as a recep-

either evicted or had been threatened with being set on the curb. The lady whistleblower also charges “money was taken out of our checks (every two weeks) but was not being sent on our behalf to Aflac, health insurance with Allstate and our 401k with Oppenheimer funds. We all received letters from these companies stating, since your company (radio station) is no longer paying the premium, you can continue at this rate. I have all of the paperwork and pay stubs to verify this information.” Ain’t that illegal?

Now this letter (which names the names and includes the telephone numbers of a whole bunch of folk) goes on and on and The Chatterbox will share some more of its explosive contents when we gets more time, but in the meantime, how come Clear Channel ain’t bailing out the radio station, which is unable to pay back the $5 million it costs to lease the 1690 signal it is currently on?

Wasn’t too long ago that the radio president went loco at a FCC hearing when it was noted she had signed her LMA (losing my ass) agreement that would cause her to lose the historic station in less than a decade’s time.

Back then ole prexy, who some-

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she have to give up her beautiful downtown condo and file for bankruptcy to avoid the lawsuit sources claim are being drafted this year? Or will they have to move back to that dump on Kedzie and pretend they are keeping it all too real? Maybe the very rich brothers or one of their personalities will make good on a rumor to buy the station themselves, like one of them tried to do with one of them white news-

chief of police, the President of the United States, the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe and all life forms on Mars. The sad news is not one of these public officials have made one comment about citizens in the United States working in horrible conditions, not being paid for hours worked and having money taken out of their late checks for health insurance they do not have. If this was a white company people would

Profit Center papers. be hollering and carrying on and Too bad the whistleblower had asking The Country Preacher to to go public with the radio sta- shut ’em down. tion’s private mess—even though everybody in the know already Once again, the Negro people knew they were in bad shape; but is made to look bad due to some you just can’t mess over people bad decisions by its leaders. Reand expect them to lay down and member what happened with take it up the you know what— the Chicago Daily Defender and with no Vaseline. This lady when a gigantic head Negro used sent her letter to all the media, it to wipe his big behind on his every politician in the town, the climb to prime time TV.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR FAMILY ADVENTURE DAY OFFER KIDS A CHANCE TO GET DOWN AND DIRTY WITH NATURE ON NORTHERLY ISLAND: The Chicago Park District presents a brand new outdoor nature event for kids called Family Adventure Day from 10 am - 3 pm on Saturday, May 22 at Northerly Island, 1400 S. Lynn White Drive, on the Museum Campus. The event is admission free. Family Adventure Day will offer families the opportunity to explore the great outdoors on Northerly Island, focusing on nature activities such as fort building, kite flying, nature hikes, fishing, creating nature-inspired crafts, and much more. This day of outdoor fun is targeted towards preschool aged children, but has activities available for kids of all ages. For more information, call 312-742-PLAY. I DO!CHICAGO TIES THE KNOT: I Do! Chicago Ties the Knot, an exhibition opening Saturday, May 22 at the Chicago History Museum, examines wedding traditions and practices using the Museum’s extensive and diverse collection of wedding garments. Visitors will discover some of the surprising origins of common wedding traditions while viewing traditional and unexpected wedding dresses worn

by Chicagoans. The exhibition runs through January 3,2011. It features approximately 50 costumes including bridal and wedding party ensembles, along with other artifacts. Visitors will see bridal gowns and colors besides the classic white. The Chicago History Museum, a major museum and research center, is located at 1601 N. Clark Street. Admission is FREE on Mondays. For more information, please call 312-642-4600 or visit www.chicagohistory.org.

month to be in Chicago; the city is blooming and as the flowers reach higher, so do the spirits of all those who are lucky enough to be in the city during its fragrant springtime. It’s the perfect month to surround oneself with beauty and culture, whether that is in the art galleries of River North or in the midst of a longrunning music festival. In this month’s highlights you can march in a parade, fly a kite and bike the Drive: let your happiness soar this month in the Windy City! The Chicago Memorial Day Parade takes place on Sunday, May 23, on State Street from Lake to Van Buren.

This is an annual parade that honors those who have served in the United States military. The parade includes a ceremony during which a wreath is placed on the Eternal Flame in Daley Plaza.

On Monday, May 24, Bike the Drive lets you experience Lake Shore Drive in a way you never have before: by bike. Eight lanes of Lake Shore Drive will be closed to cars, and anyone who knows how to ride a bike is welcome to join the fun. This is perhaps one of the most picturesque ways imaginable to spend a lovely May day.

CHICAGO CELEBRATES IN MAY: May is a beautiful

THE ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN SOCIETY OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHI CAGO PRESENTS A LECTURE BY ACCLAIMED ARCHITECT JEANNE GANG: Jeanne Gang, a leading voice in the field of architecture and one of the most creative practitioners working today, established Chicago-based Studio Gang Architects in 1997. The office operates as a laboratory with an innovative approach to constraints and opportunities in architecture that is expressed through a portfolio of environmentally conscious, technically innovative, and aesthetically beautiful projects. She will deliver a lecture on Wednesday, May 26, 6:30 pm.

Buildings of note include a recently completed media production center at Columbia College, Ford Calu-met Environmental Center, and the SOS Children’s Village La-vezzorio Community Center, all in Chicago, as well as internationally acclaimed projects in Shanghai, China and Hyderabad, India. Aqua, a trailblazing 82-story, mixed-use residential skyscraper located in Lakeshore East in Chicago has garnered international acclaim for Jeanne Gang. The New Yorker architecture critic Paul Goldberger has championed this groundbreaking building asserting that, “It reclaims the notion that thrilling and beautiful form can still emerge out of the realm of the practical.” Jeanne Gang

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ARTISTS’ RECEPTION AT THE HYDE PARK ART CENTER: On Sunday, May 23, from, 3 pm - 5pm, join the Hyde Park Art Center (HPAC) for the opening of 5 new exhibitions: Pat Swanson: “Autofall”, “Selected Shots from Young Photographers”, “Spatial City: An Architecture of Idealism”, Josue Pellot: “Pellot Gonzales Rios,” and Jennifer Mannebach: “Pantheon Wave”. Also join as they bid farewell to “Ps & Qs”, curated by Shannon Stratton and Jeff M. Ward. This event is free. The Hyde Park Art Center is located at 5020 S. Cornell Avenue in Chicago. For more information call 773-324-5520 or visit www.hydeparkart.org.

earned a Master of Architecture with Distinction from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from University of Illinois. Previously, she worked for the Office for Metropolitan Architecture in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The work of Studio Gang Architects has received many awards and is held in the permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago’s De-

partment of Architecture and Design. For tickets or more information, please call 312-4433631, email jbreckner@artic.edu, or visit online at www.archdesignsociety.org.

WOMEN’S HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE COMING TO SSC THIS SUMMER: South Suburban College Head Volleyball Coach Deb

Scott will host a Summer Volleyball League for high school girls beginning on Thursday, May 27.

The league will take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the SSC Fitness Center located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, IL. The cost is $125.00 per team. For more information, please contact Deb Scott at 708596-2000 x2280 or 773-6805859, or email dlscott@ssc.edu.

ED McELROY, HOST of “Community in Focus” TV show, recently interviewed President Todd Stroger, Cook County Board of Commissioners, Eugene Moore, Cook County Recorder of Deeds, and Dr. Donna Alexander, Administrator, Cook County Animal and Rabies Control.

The show will air on Friday, May 21 at 5 p.m. and again on Sunday, May 23 at 12 noon on Senior Network Can TV, Channel 19. Pictured from the left is Eugene Moore, Todd Stroger, Ed McElroy and Dr. Donna Alexander.

Extended Coverage America's waterways are getting almost as congested as its highways, boat owners note. . Safety precautions are more important than ever, both in equipment and training. *** Any time you go out, check the boat's hull, engine and safety equipment-and the weather and water conditions. Smart owners make sure they and their passengers are wearing a Coast Guardapproved life jacket or flotation device. Water skiers, too.

tion year 'round.

Milton E. Moses

*** Sail over to the insurance folks at Community Insurance Center, 526 East 87th Street, your insurance headquarters. We have been serving the community since 1962. For more information about the services we provide, call (773) 651-6200. You can also reach us via email at: sales@communityinsurance.com or visit the website at www.communityins.com

*** Be prepared for problems. Carry anchor and line, bailing bucket or pump, fully charged fire extinguisher, flashlight and tools, firstaid kit, horn or whistle, distress flag, and a radio. *** Perhaps half of all boating accidents involved alcohol. Same rules as in cars: don't drink and drive. Observe speed limits, too. *** And don't forget insurance, which protects not only against physical damage to the boat but also against liability. Smart boat owners keep continuous protecBlacks Must control their own coMMunity

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BUSINESS Tell Congress to ‘Do the Right Thing’

By Charlene Crowell NNPA Financial Writer As the U.S. Senate continues sorting through amendments to the federal financial reform bill, one that has garnered some major media attention would impose severe setbacks for real reform. It would also affect an area of lending that most consumers will financially feel: auto loans.

Sponsored by Senator Sam Brownback (R-KS), the amendment would carve out an exemption for auto dealers, allowing them to bypass rules made by the proposed Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This amendment is opposed by a number of organizations including the Independent Community Bankers Association, Credit Union National Association, and advocates for civil rights, the military and consumers.

What makes this amendment particularly significant for African-Americans is that it comes on the heels of a large but limited class action settlement won by the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) against all of the major auto lenders. After analyzing millions of car loans made by dealers of major manufacturers – Toyota, Honda, Ford, General Motors, Chrysler and Mazda -NCLC determined that AfricanAmericans across the country were subject to unexplained auto loan markups, and similar to the Center for Responsible Lending’s

Charlene Crowell earlier research that showed that more than 54 percent of AfricanAmericans are charged dealer kickbacks, compared to only 31 percent for White customers resulting in $20 billion in overcharges each year.

While White consumers were charged an average of $245 on auto dealer markups, according to NCLC, African-American consumers paid more than double their White counterparts, paying an average of $656 more.

These markups were added on top of the rate offered by finance companies that already factors credit risk. Even worse, some states with substantial AfricanAmerican populations had even greater auto loan markups than the national average.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, both Maryland and Alabama have more than one million African-American residents.

Their respective auto dealer loan rate markups were the highest found by NCLC. In Alabama, the average markup was $836 per loan and in Maryland, a slightly higher average of $838.

When NCLC compared the percentage of higher costs by state between Black and white consumers, the states with the highest percentages of markup were: Alabama (303 percent), Delaware (365 percent), Nebraska (434 percent) and Virginia (306 percent). Although the settlement restricts auto dealers’ discretion in loan rate markups, it will expire by 2012.

With an approaching expiration date and a pending amendment that would provide favored-status to an industry reported by the Better Business Bureau to be the number one source of complaints received from state and local agencies, this amendment’s passage would be no reform at all.

Moreover, car dealers broker about 80 percent of all car loans.

It would be unfair if small banks and credit unions were required to abide by sensible lending rules on their car loans, while the biggest provider of car loans could ignore the rules.

Should the auto dealers succeed with their carve-out amendment, expect other similar carve-out amendments from other sectors

of the financial services industry to succeed as well. If auto lending or other carve-outs are allowed, an uneven playing field would emerge and dilute the legislation’s original intent: comprehensive reforms that protect all consumers.

From the Center for Responsible Lending’s perspective, the ongoing abuse in auto lending is one more illustration of how existing fair lending laws have yet to fully or consistently benefit people of color. Regardless of whether a financial product is a payday loan, mortgage, or auto loan, every American has a right to be treated fairly. Our financial transactions should be transparent with full disclosure of all terms and responsibilities.

In a May 11 letter to Senators, Lauren Saunders, NCLC managing attorney wrote, “Auto dealers are loan brokers, originators and lenders. They can and do affect the terms of an auto loan every bit as much as a mortgage broker

or originator.”

“The very same practices that have plagued the mortgage industry,” Saunders concluded, “have plagued auto loans.”

Right now, the huge profits already earned by the finance industry enable them to spend $1.4 million a day to influence Congress. Every consumer and voter should encourage their own federal elected officials in the House and in the Senate to be watchful in these critical times. According to informed sources, the Brownback amendment vote could come as soon as May 17.

Just as the late Ossie Davis said on screen to a young Spike Lee, tell your federal representatives to “Do the right thing.”

Charlene Crowell is the Center for Responsible Lending’s Communications Manager for State Policy and Outreach. She can be reached at Charlene.crowell@responsiblelending.org.

The Transformative Potential of Broadband for African Americans The promises of broadband for minority groups – and African Americans in particular – are significant. For the 59 percent of African Americans who have adopted home broadband and the 32 percent who turn to mo-

bile devices for daily Internet use, broadband delivers significant social, economic, and health-related benefits.

African Americans are successfully learning how to use their Internet connections to visit local,

state, and federal government websites, and to get information about or apply for government benefits. According to one recent poll, over half of African Americans and Hispanics strongly believe that Internet access im-

IN CONJUNCTION WITH the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s 2010 Money Smart Week, Fifth Third Bank Chicago hosted a seminar at its Stony Island Financial Center that provided customers and non-customers alike with tips, tools and information to help navigate through their financial challenges. The seminar, presented by Stony Island Financial Center Manager Kimberly Thomas-McDade (pictured), was an extension of Fifth Third Bank’s Dream Guard initiative, which seeks to help consumers save more, spend less and guard their dreams in the process.

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proves awareness of and access to government services.

Surveys show that use of the Internet improves access to health and medical resources for African Americans, leading to significant cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care. A large majority of African Americans use their Internet connections to search for health or medical information online. Such tools may have a considerable impact on the health care of African Americans, as they are twice as likely as White Americans to have diabetes, African American men are 30 percent more likely to die from heart disease, and the average use of emergency room visits is more than double for minorities due largely to a lack of regular physician access.

In addition to the health-related impacts of broadband, African Americans stand to benefit greatly from the educational and economic opportunities broadband enables by removing access barriers to high quality education, engaging at-risk students, and providing improved flexibility for non-traditional students. A numSaturday, May 22, 2010

ber of studies have shown that the use of broadband as a teaching enhancement can decrease school dropout rates and improve student performance.

Greater educational success for African Americans also leads to improved employment opportunities. Online access to job postings, resources for small business creation, and telecommuting options improve the economic opportunities available to African Americans. One recent survey found that African Americans use their Internet connections more frequently than Whites to look online for job information and search for ideas about starting an online business.

The many benefits of broadband will continue to be realized

by African Americans as public and private efforts to educate consumers on the benefits of broadband and promote adoption by underserved groups. A national campaign for universal adoption can do much to enable African Americans to enjoy the many benefits of broadband technology.

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EDUCATION Lunch with a Leader Program, leaves CPS students with guidance for success Keynote Speaker, Chicago native, Dorian Boyland, promises cars, college application assistance for students Chicago Public School students received more than words of encouragement and inspiration during The Support Group’s Lunch with a Leader event. A generous commitment by a Chicago native, now a multi-millionaire CEO, left a group of freshmen from Robeson High School with the promise of a car after college graduation and all of the nearly 250 students in the room with a guarantee of help with college application fees if they need it.

Boyland was the keynote speaker for Lunch with a Leader, The Support Group’s program that brings together corporate leaders and high school students for a day focused on leadership. Held at Apostolic Church of God, corporate leaders hosted CPS students at a lunch table and offered words of encouragement and inspiration while talking to them about what it takes to be a leader. They also shared important information, based on their own experiences that will help students reach their full potential while arming them with the tools needed for life after high school.

“With youth violence ravaging our communities, it’s important

for young people to engage with positive role models and learn about the important qualities needed to be a leader,” said Bennie Henry, executive director and founder of The Support Group.

“These young people want to go to college. They want to be successful. Our Lunch with Leader program helps to show them how and puts them in the company of the kind of leaders that many of them don’t see or touch in the communities where they live.”

More than 40 leaders participated in the annual luncheon representing companies and organizations like FedEx, ComEd, Dominick’s, Ariel Investment, Northern Trust, AON, Hewitt, Leak and Sons Funeral Home, Cook County Sheriff ’s Office and NBC5. Also addressing students were Robert Runcie, chief administrative officer, Chicago Public Schools; Margaret Garner, CEO, Broadway Consolidated Companies; New Jersey Nets guard and Chicago native Bobby Simmons and 20th Ward Alderman Willie Cochran.

Participating high schools were: BEST @ Bowen, Carver Military Academy, CVCA, Douglas, Fenger, Harper, Hyde Park, Julian, Morgan Park, Robeson, South Shore School of Technology, University of Chicago Charter and Young Magnet.

Founded in 1989, The Support

STUDENTS FROM Robeson High School thank Dorian Boyland, CEO of Boyland Auto Group, for his grand gesture of a car for each of them when they graduate college during The Support Group’s Lunch with a Leader program. Boyland, who was the keynote speaker for the event, also told the nearly 250 students that he would pay for their first college application fee if they needed assistance.

Group serves Chicago’s at-risk youth with educational, cultural and recreational programs.

Lunch with a Leader is one of five primary programs the group offers.

Leaders committed themselves beyond just having lunch with the students. They left business cards and contact information allowing students to contact them for further advice. Boyland adopted the table of Robeson High School freshmen he joined for lunch. In addition to promising

cars after college graduation, he invited the seven young women to his home in Orlando, FL, so they can learn more about his business.

Boyland, a graduate of South Shore High School who played first base for the Pittsburgh Pirates, owns 12 car dealerships across the country including Mercedes-Benz of Orlando. “These students now belong to me,” he said. He also told all the students at the Lunch with a Leader event that he would financially assist them with their first college appli-

cation if their family could not afford it. After apologizing for not being involved and giving back to his hometown, which he loved, Boyland said he would be working with The Support Group on other initiatives to help students.

Boyland told students at the luncheon that they must have education goals and strive to be “good” kids by making good grades and staying out of trouble just as he did with guidance from his mother.

Students become local historians to compete with their peers Four Morgan Park Academy students achieved top marks in the Chicago Metro History Fair and will be advancing to the state

finals. Sixth grade historians Sarah Greene, Arthur Ortiz, Ian Gagnon, and Tahj Alli-Ballogun competed at the junior level

(Grades 6 to 8) on April 17 at the Illinois Institute of Technology.

The event is hosted by the Chicago Metro History Education

Center, which holds the annual fair to give Chicago students a forum for developing and presenting historical findings on a local or wider-reaching historical topic.

The students advanced to the State Expo, held in Springfield on May 6, which gives competitors an opportunity to share their efforts with students from every corner of Illinois.

The students presented their research findings through individual exhibits, so that the budding historians could focus on project organization and research techniques, requiring an interpretation of historical facts. Ian Gagnon’s project explores the history of Chicago’s sewers, including how they worked then and now to assure good sanitation, and the concept of literally raising a city’s elevation to ensure sewer efficiency. Arthur Ortiz’ project explores the Chicago Metropolitan Water District and how water was and is now filtered of waste and made safe for consumption.

Sarah Greene’s project explores MORGAN PARK ACADEMY student historians pose for their history making moment. Sixth Altgeld Gardens and the cause of graders (l-r) Arthur Ortiz, Tahj Alli-Gallogun, Ian Gagnon, and Sarah Greene represented the illnesses there due to the land on academy at the State Expo in Springfield on May 6th. which it was built.

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Sarah’s aunt, Hazel Johnson, was the first to notice the inordinate number of people being diagnoed with cancer and other illnesses; through her aunt’s efforts, an organization grew to advocate for safe housing. Tahj Alli-Ballogun’s project explores how Chicago’s public housing was created for a specific purpose, which ultimately failed. His project examines life in the projects and how their original intent remains unfulfilled.

In order to go to the state level, Morgan Park Academy students had to first be selected among all of the submitted sixth grade projects. Out of the original 27 projects, seven school semifinalists were selected and judged by the school’s history department, and the four finalists were then sent to the regional competition in Chicago. There, all four projects were awarded blue ribbons and regional finalists. These finalists will compete at the state level, though the competition is not against other students; rather, the aim is to produce a research project that meets stringent historical expectations and standards.

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Safety Net Works youth town hall meeting held The Safety Net Works anti-violence campaign giving 750 Teenagers an Opportunity to Speak Out about the Rising Violence in their Communities The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and over 750 youth from the Safety Net Works anti-violence initiative united to host the second annual town hall meeting created and organized by youth to take responsibility for their lives and curb the increase in violence in their communities.

Building on last year’s unprecedented success, the invitation-only Youth Town Hall Meeting was held at the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) with young adults, ages 16-20 from at-risk communities throughout Illinois.

This year’s theme: “Nothing About

vided insight on how they became entangled with the legal system and shared their experiences.

The second panel, “Youth in The Media,” allowed participants and panelists the chance to explore ideas on how the Safety Net Works’ youth in Illinois can collaborate with the media community to ensure fair coverage of youth issues.

This panel included Fox news anchor Darlene Hill, Brenda Butler, Executive Director of Columbia Links at Columbia College, Garrard McClendon from CLTV and host of Garrard McClendon Live, Kathy Chaney from The Chicago Defender, ABC News producer Stephen Lewis, and Carol Ash from NBC. The afternoon concluded with performances from several artists, including Mikkey Halsted, The Pope and the platinum selling rap-

STUDENTS FROM SAFETY Net Works Youth Coalition ask questions to the panelists at the Youth Town Hall Meeting at IIT. Photographer: Azell Madden Jr. lice Department (CPD) Academy and a collaboration between Safety Net Works and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) in the development of a Peer Education Model.

MEMBERS OF THE media spoke with the youth on the “Youth in the Media” panel. Pictured here with the Safety Net Works Youth Leadership Panel are (l-r): Garrard McClendon from CLTV and Host of Garrard McClendon Live; ABC News producer Stephen Lewis; NBC News producer Carol Ash; Brenda Butler, Executive Director of Columbia Links at Columbia College; Kathy Chaney from The Chicago Defender, and Fox news anchor Darlene Hill. Photographer: Azell Madden Jr. Us Without Us.” “This town hall meeting serves as a critical tool for young people to be fully engaged with the future of their lives and their communities,” said Michelle R.B. Saddler, Secretary, IDHS. “I admire the steps they are taking to create a platform that will directly address tough issues as well as formulate tangible solutions.”

The Safety Net Works Youth Town Hall Meeting provided a unique perspective to youth mobilizing, by allowing young people to take the lead role as planners, panelists, and moderators. The panels were co-moderated by Dr. Carl Bell, Professor of Psychiatry and Public Health and the Director of the Institute for Juvenile Research at The University of Illinois at Chicago. The first panel, “Personal Accountability,” featured formerly incarcerated youth who proThe Chicago Crusader

About The Safety Net Works: The Safety Net Works is a direct service response initiative under the Illinois Department of Human Services that encompasses a preventive and rehabilitative approach to addressing youth violence in Illinois. The goal of The Safety Net Works is to empower youth to make positive choices that will have a lasting impact on communities.

Last year’s inaugural Youth Town Hall Meeting led to several favorable outcomes, including the creation of a data report pertaining to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) that was compiled from participant surveys, a youth-led training for CPD recruits and youth interaction with the Illinois Board of Education.

per Twista.

The participating young people came prepared to ask questions and follow-up with feasible recommendations including time frames for implementation. “Imagine what would be possible if we harnessed the minds of our youth to generate solutions to epidemics of violence and self-accountability for which our communities are so desperately seeking answers,” said Xavier Williams, IDHS Safety Net Works Program Manager.

This year’s theme builds upon the inaugural Youth Town Hall Meeting’s focus of structural institutions. Outcomes from the previous town hall included a community-specific youth data report, the development and implementation of a youth training for police recruits at the Chicago Po-

CHICAGO’S OWN TWISTA performs at the Safety Net works Youth Town Hall Meeting.

Photographer: Azell Madden Jr.

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ENTERTAINMENT

The NEW Four-One-One

By Raymond Ward AND THE NOMINEES ARE: I’m sure that you know the Tony Awards honor Broadway productions and performances, however, this season there’s plenty of familiar faces from television and film who have managed to capture this year’s nominations. In fact there are several “superstars,” including Denzel Washington and Viola Davis, both nominated for their performances in August Wilson’s “Fences;” Kelsey Grammer, nominated for “La Cage aux Folles,” Catherine Zeta-Jones and Angela Lansbury who nabbed nominations for “A Little Night Music,” Sean Hayes of “Will and Grace” fame who was nominated for “Promises, Promises,” and Scarlett Johansson and Liev Schreiber nominated for “A View From the Bridge.”

In addition Chicago’s own Jon Michael Hill, received a nomination for “Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Play” for his performance in “Superior Donuts” and dance legend, Bill T. Jones nabbed nominations for “Best Direction of a Musical and Best Choreography” for “Fela!”

The show with the most nominations are the Jay Z and Will Smith and Jada Pinkette Smith produced, “Fela!” the story of the Will and Jada Smith South African performer and “La Cage aux Folles” which both tied with eleven nominations each.

The Tony Awards will air June 13th at 7:00 PM on CBS-TV and following are some of the major nominations: “Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play”: Jude Law, “Hamlet” Alfred Molina, “Red” Liev Schreiber, “A View From the Bridge” Denzel Washington, “Fences” “Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Play”: Viola Davis, “Fences” Valerie Harper, “Looped” Linda Lavin, “Collected Stories” Laura Linney, “Time Stands Still” Jan Maxwell, “The Royal Family” “Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical”: Kelsey Grammer, “La Cage aux Folles” Sean Hayes, “Promises, Promises” Douglas Hodge, “La Cage aux Folles” Chad Kimball, “Memphis” Sahr Ngaujah, “Fela!”

“Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical” Kate Baldwin, “Finian’s Rainbow” Montego Glover, “Memphis” Christiane Noll, “Ragtime” Sherie Rene Scott, “Everyday Rapture” Catherine Zeta-Jones, “A Little Night Music” “Best Musical” “American Idiot” “Fela!”

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By Elaine Hegwood Bowen, MSJ

Ceddo (Outsiders) playing at DuSable Portoluz produces major yearlong multi-arts series celebrating the African Jubilee, in a film series at DuSable Museum of African-American History.

in partnership with: Muntu Dance Theatre, Ifa Yoruba Contemporary Arts Foundation, Dr. Sandra Jackson, the Center for African and Black Diaspora at

locate events disproportionately on the South and West sides to achieve a goal of providing access to high-caliber programs in areas of the city and for audiences that

Scene from Ceddo (Outsiders) The African Jubilee is a yearlong, multi-arts and humanities celebration produced by Portoluz on the 50th anniversary of independence for 18 different African countries. Stand up and celebrate 50 years of African independence on film!

This screening is free to the public and will take place on Sunday, May 23, between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. at the DuSable Museum of African-American History, 740 E. 56th Place.

Ceddo (Outsiders), 120 minutes, 1977, directed by Ousmane Sembene‚®Country: Senegal.

Initially banned in Senegal due to its subject matter, Ceddo is a film about the impact of foreign ideologies (religious and economic) on a Wolof-speaking village sometime in the non-specific past (18th or 19th century). It is about a Muslim imam and his followers who battle for dominance over traditional beliefs and authority structures and how the Ceddo villagers were forced to ‘choose’ between converting to Islam, death or slavery.

There are two unspeaking white characters in the film: one representing Christian ideology and a future European colonialism, and the other representing the Slave Trade and capitalism.

The plot revolves around the kidnapping of Princess Dior by a Ceddo man seeking to ransom her for his peoples’ freedom.

Lead Organizers: The series is produced by Portoluz, a Chicago-based non-profit organization

DePaul University, Dr. Lynette Jackson, Associate Professor Gender and Women’s Studies Program, University of Illinois, Dr. Lisa Brock, Associate Professor of African history and Diaspora studies at Columbia College, Floyd Webb, Black World Cinema, Prexy Nesbitt, Patrick Woodtor, International Africa House, and Dayo Laoye.

Activities: The partners are organizing multiple events throughout 2010-2011 that explore themes of liberation, Pan-African and Trans-African Diasporic connections and an exploration of grassroots organizing (c.1960) and its relationship to today’s quest for independence. Portoluz is showcasing popular musical groups from the countries marking this anniversary by hosting high-caliber concerts throughout the city. Activities will mark this Jubilee celebration through a variety of media including: film, spoken word, visual arts exhibitions, music, symposia, food, dance, arts education and youth outreach.

Venues: Activities will take place in multiple venues throughout the metropolitan area, including: Martyr’s, S.P.A.C.E., The DuSable Museum of African-American History, ICE Chatham theater, The Harold Washington Cultural Center, The International House at the University of Chicago, University of Illinois and elsewhere. The partners will make an attempt to

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are traditionally underserved.

Countries celebrating the Jubilee: Cameroon, Togo, Mali, Senegal, Madagascar, DR Congo, Somalia, Benin, Niger, Burkina Faso, Cote d’Ivoire, Chad, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, Nigeria, Mauritania and Guinea. Sponsors and Community Partners: The Essex Inn, The Southside Arts & Humanities Network, a program of the Civic Knowledge Project at the University of Chicago, Soleil’s To-Dos Chicago Urban Event Calendar, The Illinois Arts Council, a State Agency and The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation.

About Portoluz Portoluz- meaning “harbor of light” - is the Chicago-based project of Partisan Arts International. Partisan Arts International has its origins in the successful evolution of HotHouse. Partisan Arts International (P.A.I.) was formed to provide sustainable environments for innovative artistic exploration, community-based economic development and progressive cultural discourse. PAI is a 501c3 non-profit organization.

The African Jubilee series is just one of hundreds of innovative programs, Marguerite Horberg (founder and Executive Director of Partisan Arts International/Portoluz) has developed in her award winning, 30 plus year career as an arts executive.

For more information, call (773) 947-0600.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Bookworm Sez “Sunday is for God”

By Michael McGowan, pictures by Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher c.2010, Schwartz & Wade Books $17.99 / $22.99 Canada 40 pages Every Monday, your mother wakes you up early for breakfast, tells you to hurry up and get dressed, and takes you to school when she goes to work.

That happens on Tuesday and Wednesday, too, as well as on Thursday and Friday. You might know what day Mom goes to the grocery store. You undoubtedly know what day your favorite TV show is on. And you always know what day it is when you have lessons or practice.

Saturday is a day to play outside, but if your house is like a lot of others, “Sunday is for God”, as you’ll see in the new book by Michael McGowan, pictures by Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher.

Early on Sunday morning, Momma calls upstairs and says it’s

time for breakfast. Everything smells so good, and as a young boy cleans his plate, his Daddy says to hurry up and get ready.

Momma says Sunday is the Lord’s day, and the whole family is going to church.

Everybody gets dressed up on Sunday, including a tie and a shirt with an itchy, starchy collar.

Momma says they need to look nice because that’s what the Lord wants. Papaw is wearing his flashy tie and Sister can’t find her glove, but everybody finally gets out of the house and the walk to church is short.

Inside, the pews quickly fill up.

People start to sing about gathering at the river, and the boy wishes he was sitting by a real river.

His friend, Joey, is trying to see who will laugh first, and when Brother fusses with his hair, Daddy tells him that the Lord doesn’t care what somebody’s hair looks like.

Brother Cartwright looks like he’s starring in a show. Some-

times, it’s hard to understand the things he preaches, but there are also times when “Amen” is the only right thing to say. Then, church is over and it’s time to head home where Momma puts

dinner on the table and the scratchy-collared shirt makes way for playing clothes.

Tomorrow is a regular day. Back to the schedule. But Sunday is for God.

Remember getting frowned-at as you were squirming in your Sunday clothes, wondering how much longer til you could go home? “Sunday is for God” puts voice to that for your child, but at the same time, author Michael McGowan shows kids that there is a lot to behold in a Sunday church service.

While McGowan’s story will definitely appeal to kids, there’s a hidden surprise in this book that took me four read-throughs before I caught on to it. Look closely at the illustrations by Steve Johnson and Lou Fancher and you’ll see that the pictures subtly consist of snippets of hymns and Bible verses. Small children – the audience for this book – probably won’t notice or care, but it’s a nice delight for grown-ups.

If your child is a wiggle-worm on Sunday morning, you’re going to want this book around.

For 4-to-8-year-olds, “Sunday is for God” is something to enjoy any day of the week.

Sons of Blues Legend Muddy Waters on tour of their Dad’s home Blues Tour features live onboard music and a trip down memory lane for off-springs of Blues Royalty As part of the National Train Day 2010 celebration, Amtrak explored the historic connection

between blues music and America’s railroads with a commemorative train tour from the Mississippi Delta, the birthplace of the blues, all the way to Chicago. Aboard the famous Amtrak City of New Orleans train was

the musical offspring of a Chicago-based blues legend with Mississippi roots, riding the rails north from New Orleans on May 6. Amtrak hosted “Big Bill” and “Mud” Morganfield, sons of the great bluesman Muddy Wa-

ters, on a three-day train tour through the Mississippi Blues Trail to the Midwest. The tour visited several Blues historical sites in Mississippi, before blues great and former railroad man Bobby Rush boarded the train in

Memphis on May 7. The musical journey concluded in historic Chicago Union Station on National Train Day, Saturday, May 8, with live, free, performances by the Morganfield brothers and Rush.

From left, "Big Bill" Morganfield, Bobby Rush, Mud Morganfield at the From left, Amtrak Chairman of the Board Tom Carper, Mud Morganfield, and "Big Bill" Morganfield at Union Station in Chicago.

Memphis Amtrak station.

From right, Mud Morganfield, "Big Bill" Morganfield (in hat), unidentified From left, "Big Bill" Morganfield, Bobby Rush, Mud Morganfield, in front: sign language interpreter performing at National Train Day festivities at Union Station in Chicago.

Amtrak Director of National Advertising Darlene Abubakar.

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By Dr. Barbara Wright-Pryor

‘Harlem Renaissance’ resounds with John Williams and the Harlem Quartet As the Chicago Sinfonietta’s search for a new maestro draws to an end, the nation’s most diverse symphony orchestra conducted

by John McLaughlin Williams joined forces with the Harlem Quartet to present a most memorable pair of concerts Sunday, May 16 at Rosary College (River Forest) and Symphony Center (Chicago), the final ones of the 2009-2010 season Guest conductor and Grammy® Award-winner John McLaughlin Williams and Maestro Paul Freeman shared the conducting duties on the concert whose musical fare ranged from 18th century Mozartian classicism to the 20th century wellcrafted and energetic Michael Abels composition, “Dances and Delights,” a fusion of sounds of jazz, blues and Latin dance.

Maestro Freeman led the Sinfonietta through the first half of “Harlem Renaissance” that opened with Mozart’s lively overture to “Der Schauspieldirektor” (The Impresario) followed by the first movement of Mozart’s “Sinfonia Concertante” with The Harlem Quartet’s Ilmar Gavilan (violin)

Harlem Quartet and Juan-Miguel Hernandez “viola” engaging in a pseudo-duel, tossing off and answering phrases like that more-often heard at Jazz concerts. Both artists had fun, fun, fun with

this genre-crossing work fusing Symphony and Concerto.

The absence of regular Harlem Quartet cellist Desmond Neysmith (due to a fractured thumb) necessitated a program change

which substituted the previously announced Allegro movement from Brahms’ Concerto for Violin and Cello in A minor, op. 102 with George Frederick McKay’s “Variant on a Texas Tune” written during the first half of the 20th century. Conductor Williams valiantly sang the theme for the audience during his verbal program notes although he readily admitted that his singing voice was neither on par with his conducting skills nor his performance level on both the violin and piano. Northwestern University Bienen School of Music student Robert Rolen was a most capable substitute for the ailing Neysmith on the McKay piece.

The complete Harlem Quartet performed along with the Sinfonietta for Michael Abels’ energetic and contemporary “Delights and Dances” which was commissioned by the Sphinx Organization to celebrate AfricanAmerican and Latino communities by embracing the sounds of jazz, blues and Latin dance. Receiving a rousing ovation, the Quartet returned to the stage with an encore, Billy Strayhorn’s

“Take the A Train,” much to the delight of the audience. The concert ended with Conductor Williams leading the Orchestra in Zoltán Kodály’s “Dances of Galánta” (“Galántai táncok”), keeping with the dance-inspired theme of the final concert.

The Chicago Sinfonietta, now in its 23rd season, has been auditioning conductors all season in its search for a new music director to take over the helm when Founding Music Director Freeman retires at the close of the 2010-2011 season. After Monday night’s performance, John McLaughlin Williams is definitely “in the mix” for the post.

Maestro Freeman’s successor is expected to be announced in late summer.

Grant Park announces 76th season Chicago’s Grant Park Music Festival, comprised of the Grammy®-nominated Grant Park Orchestra and the award-winning Grant Park Chorus led by Principal Conductor Carlos Kalmar and Chorus Director Christopher Bell, will present its 76th season of classical music concerts at the state-of-the-art Frank Gehry-designed Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, June 16 – August 21, 2010. The concerts, which are always free and open to the public, generally take place on Wednesday and Friday evenings at 6:30 p.m., and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

Additional concert program times and locations are noted.

Under the leadership of new Executive Director Elizabeth Hurley, the Festival will embark on an ambitious ten-week season of 31 concerts. “The Grant Park Music Festival plays an extraordinary role in making classical music as well as other music and art forms accessible to all Chicagoans and visitors. One of the most important roles the Festival plays is finding innovative ways of partnering with other art organizations on projects that stretch the boundaries. This year the Festival will work with the Goodman Theatre, Lyric Opera Center’s Ryan Opera Center, Pink Martini, the BBC, the Mexican and Polish Consulates of Chicago, Music Without Bor14

CYSO’s Orchestras presented a stellar program featuring Gustav Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 5 at Symphony Center’s Orchestra Hall on Sunday, May 16, 2010, their final concert of the season. Principal Conductor Allen Tinkham led CYSO’s Symphony Orchestra through this fantastic symphony following Leonard Bernstein’s popular “West Side Story” Overture led by CYSO Concert Orchestra Principal Conductor Terrance Gray.

The CYSO’s Concert Orchestra opened the program with Mexican composer Arturo Márquez’s Carlos Kalmar

Danzón No. 4.

Illinois Council of Orchestras presented the award for excellence in the field of music to the CYSO at the beginning of the concert. The award for Board President of the Year was presented to CYSO Board Chair John Schladweiler, who has been a member of the CYSO Board of Directors for two decades, and has served as Board Chair two different times to lead the organization to great success at home and abroad.

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras (CYSO) is internationally recognized as one of the premier youth orchestras in the United States. For over 60 years, its programs have provided music education and instrumental training of the highest quality to Chicago metropolitan area youth.

CYSO is the place where inspired youth begin their journey to become outstanding musicians and leaders of tomorrow.

ders, in addition to dozens of stellar guest artists,” said Hurley.

Other important new initiatives include the ability for groups to reserve seats behind the orchestra in the choral risers for selected programs and the creation of the Impresario Society, an organization to honor major donors to the Festival which provides access to a variety of exclusive pre- and post- concert events and offers recognition to those individuals who seek to play a leading role in supporting the Festival.

This summer the Festival also celebrates Principal Conductor Carlos Kalmar’s 10th Anniversary with a series of special events, including a pair of season finale performances of Mahler’s

Symphony No. 2 during which Kalmar’s leadership will be commemorated. The opening concert is Wednesday, June 16 with violinist Elina Vähälä making her Grant Park Music Festival debut alongside the Grant Park Orchestra with Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons,” on a program also including Berlioz’s Roman Carnival and Respighi’s Feste Romane.

All concerts take place at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion unless otherwise noted. For more information regarding the Grant Park Music Festival, please call the Grant Park Music Festival at 312-7427638 or visit the Festival’s website at grantparkmusicfestival.com.

Concert information is subject to change.

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******** Northwestern University Symphony Orchestra and University Chorale at Millennium The Northwestern University Symphony Orchestra at the Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music, Victor Yampolsky, conductor; Maria Bachmann, violin

soloist performs John Corigliano’s The Red Violin: Chaconne for Violin and Orchestra, a set of variations based on his Oscarwinning score for the 1998 film.

Violin soloist Maria Bachmann was hailed by the New York Times as “a violinist of soul and patrician refinement.” The program also includes Franz Liszt’s “A Faust Symphony.” For more information visit MillenniumPark.org ******** The Juilliard Orchestra performs its annual Commencement Concert featuring graduating Juilliard musicians (Class of 2010) on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 8 PM in Alice Tully Hall.

The program features the world premiere of Juilliard composer Niccolo Athens’ “March Militaire” and “Berceuse;” Rossini’s Overture to “La gazza ladra” (The Thieving Magpie); Dvorák’s Concerto for Cello in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191 with Juilliard cellist Michael Katz; and Lutoslawski’s “Concerto for Orchestra.” The School’s Director of Orchestral Studies, James DePreist, conducts. As is traditional, Juilliard holds its 105th Commencement Ceremony the following morning on Friday, May 21 at 11 AM in Alice Tully Hall.

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SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING Historic church on list of America’s most endangered places WASHINGTON, D.C.—The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C. to its 2010 list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. This annual list highlights important examples of the nation’s architectural, cultural and natural heritage that are at risk for destruction or irreparable damage.

Since 1821, when a group of free and enslaved African Americans formed its congregation, Metropolitan A.M.E. Church, the national cathedral of African Methodism, has been much more than a spiritual sanctuary. A major landmark of African American heritage and one of the most important religious institutions in the United States, Metropolitan A.M.E.’s red brick Victorian Gothic-style church, completed in 1886, was constructed by donations – large and small – from A.M.E. congregations across the country. Their goal was to establish a permanent presence for the A.M.E. denomination just a short distance from the White House and the U.S. Capitol in order to pressure the federal government for equal treatment of African American people.

Since its inception, Metropolitan A.M.E. Church has been a bastion of advocacy for human rights, and its congregation has been involved in this country’s seminal struggles, including the fight for abolition of slavery and the civil rights movement. In segregated Washington, Metropolitan A.M.E.’s stained-glass sanctuary was one of the largest meeting places available to an integrated audience and, therefore, attracted prominent speakers, including President Taft and First Lady Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt and, later, Dr. Dorothy Height, Reverend Gardner Taylor, and Bishop Desmond Tutu. It was here that the funeral of congregant Frederick Douglass was held in 1895 and where mourners said goodbye to Rosa Parks a century later.

This African American institution was the first to be included as an official host of a Presidential inauguration event during the two terms of President William Jefferson Clinton.

and funded major repairs over the years to maintain the building and begun a restoration drive, previously unknown, ongoing water infiltration has caused extensive damage. Now structurally compromised, the building urgently requires a multi-million-dollar rescue effort, a capital investment that Metropolitan A.M.E. Church’s community of dedicated supporters cannot afford.

“From anti-slavery leadership in the mid-19th century to AIDS education and voter registration projects today, Metropolitan A.M.E. Church has been not just a major center of worship but an institution at the forefront of the civic, cultural and intellectual life of African Americans,” said Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. “The church is sadly illustrative of many historic urban houses of worship that are in danger of being lost forever.”

Moe announced the 2010 list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places while standing in the sanctuary of the Metropolitan A.M.E. Church. He was joined by church leaders and other prominent supporters including Ernest Green - a member of the Steward Board of Metropolitan AME Church and one of the members of the famed “Little Rock Nine,” the students who integrated Little Rock’s Central High School in l957.

Metropolitan A.M.E. Church also is nationally significant as the founding sponsor and home of the Bethel Literary and Historical Association, a highly influential educational institution that sponsored programs with nationally-known speakers, including Carter G. Woodson, Mary Church Terrell, Ida B. Wells, Archibald H. Grimke, and Booker T. Washington. A leading cultural institution in the nation’s capital, the association became the model for other literary societies that sought to preserve the legacy of African Americans.

Metropolitan is the oldest

A.M.E. church in the District of Columbia and, along with Philadelphia’s famed Mother Bethel, remains one of the most prominent A.M.E. churches in the country. The church is known for its 29 stained glass windows, which chronicle the A.M.E. church’s phenomenal growth during a period of racial oppression. Despite their significance, the windows are compromised due to deteriorated lead jointing. In addition, the building’s original exterior metalwork has rusted, and there is evidence of settlement of the church’s grand staircase and sanctuary floors. A poorly designed internal gutter system also has caused water damage to the church’s walls and ceiling. The current physical condition of the church threatens its continued use as a place of worship, as well as its role in local and national humanitarian ministries. Recently, when portions of the sanctuary’s tin ceiling fell to the floor, the church was forced to halt services in the sanctuary for safety reasons. While preliminary emergency repairs have been made and Metropolitan’s congregation is committed to saving and restoring its church, approximately $11 million is needed to stabilize the structure and restore the building.

The public is invited to learn more about what they can do to support these and hundreds of other endangered sites, experience first-hand accounts of these places, and share stories and photos of their own at www.PreservationNation.org/11 Most.

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The 2010 list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places was made possible, in part, by a grant from HistoryTM. Local preservation groups across the nation submitted nominations for this year’s list; the nomination for Metropolitan was submitted by the Metropolitan AME Church.

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Once at the center of a vibrant residential neighborhood, Metropolitan A.M.E. Church is now in the middle of the downtown commercial district of the nation’s capital. Walled in on three sides by recent development projects, the church has suffered numerous structural cracks resulting from vibrations during adjacent construction. While the congregation has been a responsible steward

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for cash, the following described property: 20-22-411-028-0000.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 6810 SOUTH LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists The of a multi-family residence. 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 a l e . s For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 5 1 3 .

0 9 2 9 JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I271078

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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at http:\\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 PA0926423. 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.: PA0926423 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 41080 I267073

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

JESSE R. ALCOZER; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JESSE R. ALCOZER, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 19847 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/30/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, July 2, 2010, 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. 20-16-312-026-0000.

Commonly known as 434 WEST 60TH PLACE, CHICAGO, IL 60621.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 8 2 7 1 7 5 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I271061

TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD IN THE CRUSADER CALL 773-752-2500

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 .

TIKI BERNARD A/K/A TIKI L BERNARD A/K/A TIKI MASSIE; SMEDMORE M BERNARD JR; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TIKI BERNARD, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 09 CH 38164 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/29/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, July 2, 2010, 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. 20-22-411-028-0000.

Commonly known as 6810 SOUTH LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists of 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 receive a Certificate of Sale Notice iswill hereby given, pursuant to which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed "An Act in relation to the use of an to the premises after confirmation of the Assumed s a Business l eName .in the conFor information: Visitofour website at duct or transaction Business in the http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 State," as amended, that a certificap.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, tion as filed by the 1undersigned with Plaintiff's Attorneys, North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602.County.

Tel.No. the County Clerk of Cook (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number File No. D10121720 on the. 26th 0 9 2 9 5 1 3 day of April, 2010.

Under the AsINTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R Name P O of R AFaith T I Helping O N sumed Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I271078

LEGAL NOTICE

Hands with the business located at 10031 S. Calumet, Chicago IL 60628. The true name(s) and residence address of the owner(s) is: Gloria Cunningham, 10031 S. Calumet, Chicago IL 60628..

5/8, 5/15, 5/22/2010

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TENNESSEE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN’S SERVICES

) ) )

PETITIONER ) ) ) ) RAYMOND ALLEN, SR. ) (Whereabouts Unknown) ) ) and ) ) THE UNKNOWN FATHER OF RAYMOND ALLEN, JR. ) Whereabouts Unknown ) ) RESPONDENTS ) ) IN THE MATTER OF: ) RAYMOND ALLEN, JR., D.O.B. 09/04/92 ) File No. 153-64 ) Child Under Eighteen (18) Years of Age ) vs.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION In this cause, it appearing to the Court from the allegations of the Motion for Service

by Publication and the Petition seeking to terminate forever the parental rights of the Respondents, Raymond Allen, Sr. and the Unknown Father of Raymond Allen, Jr., a copy of which Petition and all subsequent orders pertaining to this matter may be obtained at the office of the Clerk of the Juvenile Court of Montgomery County, Tennessee at Clarksville, that diligent efforts have been made by the Petitioner in this matter to locate the whereabouts of the Respondents, Raymond Allen, Sr. and the Unknown Father of Raymond Allen, Jr., demonstrated by an affidavit of diligent search attached to the Motion for Service by Publication, but that said efforts have been unsuccessful and therefore, ordinary methods of service of process cannot be served upon him.

NOTICE TO RAYMOND ALLEN SR. AND THE UNKNOWN FATHER OF RAYMOND ALLEN, JR. The State of Tennessee, Department of Children’s Services in Montgomery County, Tennessee, has filed a petition against you seeking to terminate forever your parental rights to Raymond Allen, Jr., DOB 09/04/92. It appears that ordinary process of law cannot be served upon you because your whereabouts are unknown. You are hereby ORDERED to appear in the Juvenile Court of Montgomery County, Tennessee on June 8, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., to personally answer the Petition for Termination of Parental Rights and for Full Guardianship, or serve upon Kathryn M. Clark, Assistant General Counsel, Department of Children’s Services, 350 Pageant Lane, Suite 401, Clarksville, Tennessee 37040 an answer to said petition within 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice which will be on ________________. Failing to answer the petition or appear for the hearing on this date and time, without good cause, pursuant to Rule 39(c)(3) of the Tennessee Rules of Juvenile Procedure and the Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure will result in a loss of your right to contest the petition to terminate your parental rights to the above mentioned child. You may view and obtain a copy of the Petition and any other subsequently filed legal documents at the Montgomery County Juvenile Court Clerk’s office in Montgomery County, Tennessee.

Entered the 1st day of April, 2010.

CRAIG HARGROW, MAGISTRATE APPROVED FOR ENTRY BY: Kathryn M. Clark, BPR# 027995 Assistant General Counsel Department of Children’s Services 350 Pageant Lane, Suite 401 Clarksville, Tennessee 37040 (931) 503-3270 5/1,5/8,5/15,5/22

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Saturday, May 22, 2010

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION CHASE HOME FINANCE LLC P l a i n t i f f , v s .

RAWLIN E. BROWN; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RAWLIN E. BROWN, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 37753 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/22/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 24, 2010, 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. 20-17-207-008-0000.

Commonly known as 5533 SOUTH GREEN STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621.

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

0 9 2 8 JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I269928

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

ZBIGNIEW WOJCIECHOWSKI, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 034475 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 9, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 11, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 5649 S. WABASH AVENUE UNIT #3, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-108-042-1003 (UNDERLYING 20-15-108-019) The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;.

The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number 14-09-24308. 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) 794-9876 Attorney File No.: 14-09-24308 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 034475 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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CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC TRUST 2007-HE2 MORTGAGE P A S S - T H R O U G H CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE2; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

ERIC TCHAPTCHET A/K/A ERIC TCHAPCHAT; CITY OF CHICAGO; NELSON DAVID BLOCHER; ESTATE OF THE JOHNNY LOWE, NATAKI RHODES REP R E S E N T A T I V E ; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ERIC TCHAPTCHET IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 09 CH 40610 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on February 4, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 7, 2010 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: 20-26-310-013-0000.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 7647 South Drexel Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W08-0195.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N (312) 444-1122 Selling Officer, I265204 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION AMTRUST BANK P l a i n t i f f , v s .

TANJA BOGUNOVIC; 6211 SOUTH V E R N O N CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TANJA BOGANOVIC, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 09 CH 20537 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/9/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, June 11, 2010, 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. 20-15-417-027-1015.

Commonly known as 6217 SOUTH VERNON AVENUE UNIT 2, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists of a condominium residence.

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

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 1 5 1 3 8 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I265463

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION AURORA LOAN SERVICES LLC Plaintiff, v .

ANTHONY V. BLOOD A/K/A ANTHONY BLOOD, et al Defendant 09 CH 41080 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 24, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 28, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 5831 SOUTH SHIELDS AVENUE, CHICAGO, 60621 Property Index No. IL 20-16-216-034-0000 The real estate is improved with a two-story, two-unit apartment building with brown siding and detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject 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 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK quality or quantity of title and without COUNTY, ILLINOIS recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" COUNTY DEPARTMENT condition. The sale is further subject to CHANCERY DIVISION confirmation by the court. Upon payment in GREEN TREE SERVICING, LLC full of the amount bid, the purchaser will P l a i n t i f f , receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle v s . the purchaser to a deed to the real estate SOUTHFIELD CONDOMINIUM, DBA after confirmation of the sale The property ILLINOIS BRI; will NOT be open for inspection and UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF W 0 8 - 0 1 9 5 plaintiff makes no representation as to the JOHN Y HERMEZ, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK condition of the property. Prospective IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND COUNTY, ILLINOIS bidders are admonished to check the court NON RECORD COUNTY DEPARTMENT file to verify all information. If this property CLAIMANTS; JOHN Y. HERMEZ; CHANCERY DIVISION is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the D e f e n d a n t s , DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a 09 CH 43526 COMPANY AS mortgagee shall pay the assessments and NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY the legal fees required by The JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE ABS CAPITAL I INC 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE FORECLOSURE LAW TRUST 2007-HE2 MORTGAGE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that P A S S - T H R O U G H HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE2; POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER entered in the above entitled cause on P l a i n t i f f , ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF 3/8/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales v s .

POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE Corporation will on Thursday, June 10, ERIC TCHAPTCHET A/K/A ERIC WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at TCHAPCHAT; CITY OF ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, CHICAGO; NELSON DAVID BLOCHER; LAW. For information: Visit our website at Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder THE ESTATE OF http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. between the Blacks Must control their own coMMunityfor cash, the following described property: JOHNNY LOWE, NATAKI RHODES hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & P.I.N. 20-22-404-026-0000.

ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One Commonly known as 6734 SOUTH REP R E S E N T A T I V E ; North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) The improvement on the property consists ERIC TCHAPTCHET 476-5500. Please refer to file number of a single family residence. Sale terms: IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PA0926423. THE JUDICIAL SALES 25% down by certified funds, balance NON RECORD CORPORATION One South Wacker within 24 hours, by certified funds. No CLAIMANTS; Defendants, Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 refunds. The property will NOT be open 09 CH 40610 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The for inspection. Upon payment in full of the NOTICE OF SALE Judicial Sales Corporation at amount bid, the purchaser will receive a PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of Certificate of Sale which will entitle the that pursuant to a Judgment of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES purchaser to a Deed to the premises after Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 confirmation of the sale.

CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 For information: Visit our website at entitled cause on February 4, 2010 Attorney File No.: PA0926423 Attorney http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 41080 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, on Monday, June 7, 2010 at the hour of 11 I267073 Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison

CLAIMANTS; JOHN Y. HERMEZ; D e f e n d a n t s , CH 43526 09 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE UNDER LAW FORECLOSURE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/8/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 10, 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: 20-22-404-026-0000.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 6734 SOUTH LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after of the sale. confirmation For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 7 1 5 .

0 9 3 0 JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N (312) 444-1122 Selling Officer, I265436 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS UNDER TRUSTEE AND SERVICING POOLING AS OF AGREEMENT DATED NOVEMBER 1, 2004 ASSET BACKED P A S S - T H R O U G H CERTIFICATES SERIES 2004-WHQ2, OF ASSIGNEE ARGENT MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, L.L.C., s . v H. COHEN, PARADISE DAVID C O N D O M I N I U M Defendants, ASSOCIATION, CH 11827 09 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 5, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 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. 20-16-313-039-1007.

Commonly known as 505 West 60th Place, #1, Chicago, IL 60621.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence.

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

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

For information call Sales Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

(312) 3 5 7 - 1 1 2 5 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I265241 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY EASTERN SAVINGS BANK, FSB; P l a i n t i f f , s . v JERRY BROWN, AN INDIVIDUAL; BROWN, AN JUNE INDIVIDUAL; CITY OF CHICAGO; OWNERS UNKNOWN NON RECORD CLAIMANTS AND TENANTS; UNKNOWN D e f e n d a n t s , CH 30513 09 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 4, 2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 7, 2010, 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 847-853 East 64th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

P.I.N. 20-23-103-009.

The improvement on the property consists of a multi-family residence.

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

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

For information call Mr. Stephen G. Daday at Stitt, Klein, Daday, Aretos & Giampietro, LLC, 2550 West Golf Road, Rolling Meadows, Illinois 60008. (847) 590-8700.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I265196

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE 2005-HE1 P l a i n t i f f , v .

RANDOLPH M. COLEMAN, et al D e f e n d a n t 08 CH 14429 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 2, 2008, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 1, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8252 SOUTH KENWOOD, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35-226-034-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $126,712.10. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject 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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: Kara Findlay, FREEDMAN, ANSELMO, LINDBERG & RAPPE, LLC , 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, call 630-453-6713 24 hours prior to sale.

Please refer to file number X08040051.

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.

FREEDMAN, ANSELMO, LINDBERG & RAPPE, LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 Attorney File No.: X08040051 ARDC# 6275591 Attorney Code. 26122 Case # 08 CH 14429 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.

I268617 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF SECURITIZED ASSET-BACKED RECEIVABLES LLC, FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2004-FF8 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-FF8 P l a i n t i f f , v .

WILMER WARD, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 003884 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 10, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7236 S. VERNON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-208-026 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the The Chicago Crusader deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF SECURITIZED ASSET-BACKED RECEIVABLES LLC, FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2004-FF8 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-FF8 P l a i n t i f f , v .

WILMER WARD, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 003884 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 10, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7236 S. VERNON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-208-026 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number 14-08-27052. 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) 794-9876 Attorney File No.: 14-08-27052 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 003884 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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Commonly known as 5733 S CALUMET AVENUE, UNIT 1W, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists The of a condominium residence. purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after of the sale. confirmation For information: Visit our website at Between 3 http://service.atty-pierce.com. 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 7 9 5 .

0 9 2 4 JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N Officer, (312) 444-1122 I266781 Selling

for inspection. open The judgment amount was $ 258,860.72.

Sale terms: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Prospective bidders are Plaintiff. admonished to review the court file to verify information. all For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, 2121 Waukegan Road, Floor 3, Bannockburn IL 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays n l y . o I260185

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY D I V I S I O N HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST AND FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-ASAP5, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERITIFICATES, P l a i n t i f f V .

JEROME MC NEAL; ELVIRA YANCY MC NEAL; MILLENIUM CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; D e f e n d a n t s 09 CH 39844 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M Fisher and Shapiro file # 08-014607 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.)

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on March 22, 2010, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on June 23, 2010, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 1412 East 73rd Street, Unit #1, Chicago, IL 60619.

Permanent Index No.: 20-26-214 - 0 4 2 - 1 0 1 3 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

The judgment amount was $272,913.95.

Sale terms: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Prospective bidders are Plaintiff. admonished to review the court file to verify information. all For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays n l y . o I260218

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY O N D I V I S I WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF STRUCTURED ASSET CORPORATION SECURITIES PASS-THROUGH MORTGAGE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-OSI COUNTY, ILLINOIS f P l a i n t i f COUNTY DEPARTMENT .

V CHANCERY DIVISION ENO EKONG A/K/A ENO T. EKONG; WELLS FARGO BANK, NA; CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS P l a i n t i f f , CORPORATION; MUNICIPAL v s .

D e f e n d a n t s CH 23086 09 JOEY MCNAIRY AKA JOEY L. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE MCNAIRY; 5733-35 Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-021180 SOUTH CALUMET AVENUE (It is advised that interested parties consult CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; with their UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF own attorneys before bidding at mortgage JOEY MCNAIRY, foreclosure sales.)

IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that NONRECORD CLAIMANT pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure D e f e n d a n t s , entered on March 18, 2010, Kallen Realty 09 CH 29634 Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that 12:30 p.m. on June 21, 2010, at 205 W. pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, entered in the above entitled cause on Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest 3/12/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales bidder for cash, as set forth below, the Corporation will on Tuesday, June 15, following described real property: 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at Commonly known as 6548 South Green 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Street, Chicago, IL 60621 Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder Permanent Index No.: 20-20-222-037 for cash, the following described property: The mortgaged real estate is improved P.I.N. 20-15-118-026-1003. with a dwelling. The property will NOT be Commonly known as 5733 S CALUMET open for inspection.

AVENUE, UNIT 1W, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The judgment amount was $ 258,860.72.

The improvement on the property consists Sale terms: 10% of successful bid of a condominium residence.

The immediately at conclusion of auction, purchaser of the unit other than a balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business mortgagee shall pay the assessments and day, both by cashier's checks; and no the legal fees required by subdivisions refunds. The sale shall be subject to (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the general real estate taxes, special taxes, Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: special assessments, special taxes levied, 25% down by certified funds, balance and superior liens, if any. The property is within 24 hours, by certified funds. No offered "as is," with no express or implied refunds. The property will NOT be open warranties and without any representation for inspection. Upon payment in full of the as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Prospective bidders are amount bid, the purchaser will receive a admonished to wn reviewc the court file to verify CertificateBof Sale which will entitle the lacks Must control their o oMMunity all information. purchaser to a Deed to the premises after For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and confirmation of the sale.

Shapiro, 2121 Waukegan Road, Floor 3, For information: Visit our website at Bannockburn IL 60015, (847) 498-9990, http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, o n l y .

Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn I260185 Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 2 4 7 9 5 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I266781

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY D I V I S I O N RBS CITIZENS NA, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CCO MORTGAGE C O R P O R A T I O N , P l a i n t i f f V .

THOMAS RAMSEY; DEBORAH HOUSTON RAMSEY A/K/A DEBORAH RAMSEY A/K/A DEBORAH HOUSTO N - R A M S E Y , D e f e n d a n t s 09 CH 47007 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-026357 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.)

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on March 19, 2010, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on June 29, 2010, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 823 West 68th Street, Chicago, IL 60621 Permanent Index No.: 20-20-415-002 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

The judgment amount was $100,250.88.

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information.

For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays o n l y .

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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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number 14-09-14911. 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) 794-9876 Attorney File No.: 14-09-14911 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 027598 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 BAC HOME LOAN SERVICING, L.P. F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS L.P. SERVICING, P l a i n t i f f , v .

JOAN R. WASHINGTON, et al D e f e n d a n t CH 014613 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 3, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 7, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 7551 S. RHODES AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-403-023 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;.

The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ORDER OF ENTRY OF AN POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number 14-09-10741. 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) 794-9876 Attorney File No.: 14-09-10741 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 014613 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 ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK USA, N.A. HSBC P l a i n t i f f , v . al NOBLE DZIMABI-AKABA, et D e f e n d a n t CH 027598 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 4, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 8, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5839 S. INDIANA AVENUE UNIT #4, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-122-039-1004, Property Index No. (20-15-122-012-0000 Underlying) The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK the legal fees required by The COUNTY, ILLINOIS Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS COUNTY DEPARTMENT 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE CHANCERY DIVISION MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU ONEWEST BANK, FSB, ASSIGNEE OF HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN M O R T G A G E POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF SYSTEMS, INC., AS POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, FSB, WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE P l a i n t i f f , ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE Saturday, May 22, 2010 v s .

LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's BELINDA D. ROUTE, attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & D e f e n d a n t s , ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR 09 CH 12224 RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 between NOTICE OF SALE the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the sales department.. Please refer to file that pursuant to a Judgment of number 14-09-14911. THE JUDICIAL Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above SALES CORPORATION One South entitled cause on October 13, 2009 Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also on Monday, June 21, 2010 at the hour of 11 visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, at public auction to the highest bidder for P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE cash, as set forth below, the following ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT DIVISION CHANCERY ONEWEST BANK, FSB, ASSIGNEE OF M O R T G A G E REGISTRATION ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, FSB, P l a i n t i f f , v s .

D. ROUTE, BELINDA D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 12224 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on October 13, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 21, 2010 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: 20-26-218-014.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 7321 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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 Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3 5 7 - 1 1 2 5 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I269598

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION AUSTIN BANK OF CHICAGO P l a i n t i f f , v .

6148-50 SOUTH KING DRIVE, LLC, AN ILLINOIS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 16627 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 8, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 9, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6148-6150 SOUTH MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-317-037-0000 The real estate is improved with an apartment / condominium building.

The judgment amount was $1,639,637.81.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;.

The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject 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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: ROBBINS, SALOMON & PATT, LTD. , 25 East Washington Street, Suite 1000, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 782-9000 .

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.

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 DIVISION CHANCERY CHICAGO PATROLMEN'S FEDERAL CREDIT UNION P l a i n t i f f , v s .

MURRAY, SOLOMON D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 49266 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 24, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, June 25, 2010 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. 20-23-121-021-0000.

Commonly known as 6659 South Maryland Chicago, IL 60637.

Avenue, The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

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

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

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Kara Findlay at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg & Rappe, LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890.

(866) 402-8661. For Bidding instructions call (630) 453-6713 24 hours prior to sale.

F 0 9 1 1 0 0 0 9 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I269982 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF MAY 1, 2006, GSAMP TRUST 2006-HE3 P l a i n t i f f , v s .

GEROME HODGE; MORTGAGE E L E C T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR MILA, INC. DBA MORTGAGE INVESTMENT LENDING ASSOCIATES, INC.; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GEROME HODGE, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 40425 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/18/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, June 29, 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: 20-27-407-016.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 7553 SOUTH EVANS AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 3 0 4 6 9 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I270875

W 0 8 - 0 1 9 5 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-HE2 MORTGAGE P A S S - T H R O U G H CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE2; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

ERIC TCHAPTCHET A/K/A ERIC TCHAPCHAT; CITY OF CHICAGO; NELSON DAVID BLOCHER; THE ESTATE OF 18 JOHNNY LOWE, NATAKI RHODES REP R E S E N T A T I V E ; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ERIC TCHAPTCHET IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 09 CH 40610 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on February 4, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 7, 2010 at the hour of 11

CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST AS COMPANY TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC TRUST 2007-HE2 MORTGAGE P A S S - T H R O U G H CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE2; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

ERIC TCHAPTCHET A/K/A ERIC TCHAPCHAT; CITY OF CHICAGO; NELSON DAVID BLOCHER; THE ESTATE OF JOHNNY LOWE, NATAKI RHODES REP R E S E N T A T I V E ; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ERIC TCHAPTCHET IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 09 CH 40610 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on February 4, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 7, 2010 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. 20-26-310-013-0000.

Commonly known as 7647 South Drexel Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W08-0195.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I265204 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION AMTRUST BANK P l a i n t i f f , v s .

TANJA BOGUNOVIC; 6211 SOUTH V E R N O N CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TANJA BOGANOVIC, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 09 CH 20537 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/9/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, June 11, 2010, 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. 20-15-417-027-1015.

Commonly known as 6217 SOUTH VERNON AVENUE UNIT 2, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists of a condominium residence.

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

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 1 5 1 3 8 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I265463 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION GREEN TREE SERVICING, LLC P l a i n t i f f , v s .

SOUTHFIELD CONDOMINIUM, DBA ILLINOIS BRI; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JOHN Y HERMEZ, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; JOHN Y. HERMEZ; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 43526 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/8/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 10, 2010, 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, Saturday, the following described property: 2010 May 22, P.I.N. 20-22-404-026-0000.

Commonly known as 6734 SOUTH LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn

D e f e n d a n t s , CH 43526 09 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE UNDER LAW FORECLOSURE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 3/8/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 10, 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: 20-22-404-026-0000.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 6734 SOUTH LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists of a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after of the sale. confirmation For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 7 1 5 .

0 9 3 0 JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N (312) 444-1122 Selling Officer, I265436

HOUSES FOR SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE UNDER POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF NOVEMBER 1, 2004 ASSET BACKED P A S S - T H R O U G H CERTIFICATES SERIES 2004-WHQ2, ASSIGNEE OF ARGENT MORTGAGE COMPANY, L.L.C., Plaintiff, v s .

DAVID H. COHEN, PARADISE C O N D O M I N I U M ASSOCIATION, Defendants, 09 CH 11827 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 5, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: 20-16-313-039-1007.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 505 West 60th Place, Chicago, IL 60621. #1, The mortgaged real estate is improved The with a condominium residence. purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Property Act. Condominium Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be for inspection. open For information call Sales Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin (312) Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

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JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N (312) 444-1122 Selling Officer, I265241 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION EASTERN SAVINGS BANK, FSB; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

JERRY BROWN, AN INDIVIDUAL; JUNE BROWN, AN INDIVIDUAL; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS NON RECORD CLAIMANTS AND UNKNOWN TENANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 30513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 4, 2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 7, 2010, 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 847-853 East 64th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

P.I.N. 20-23-103-009.

The improvement on the property consists of a multi-family residence.

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

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

For information call Mr. Stephen G. Daday at Stitt, Klein, Daday, Aretos & Giampietro, LLC, 2550 West Golf Road, Rolling Meadows, Illinois 60008. (847) 590-8700.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I265196

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

ZBIGNIEW WOJCIECHOWSKI, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 034475 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 9, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 11, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 5649 S. WABASH AVENUE UNIT #3, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-108-042-1003 (UNDERLYING 20-15-108-019) The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;.

The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number 14-09-24308. 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) 794-9876 Attorney File No.: 14-09-24308 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 034475 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.

I268145

11/15/2007, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, June 22, 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: 20-22-224-027.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 6636 South Vernon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637.

The improvement on the property consists of a 2 story, brick, single family residence with a detached 1 1/2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number P A 0 7 1 0 1 6 1 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I269650

the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER OF AN ORDER OF ENTRY IN ACCORDANCE POSSESSION, WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at http:\\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 PA0900928. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Sales Corporation at Judicial 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.: PA0900928 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 2950 I262579

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON BEHALF OF TERWIN MORTGAGE TRUST A S S E T - B A C K E D CERTIFICATES, SERIES TMTS 2 0 0 4 - 3 H E ; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

BOZENA RADOJCIC AKA BOZENA GODLEWSKA; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BOZENA RADOJCIC, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 43643 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on February 19, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 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. 20-22-411-047-0000.

Commonly known as 644 East 69th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W09-3396.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I269741

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION AURORA LOAN SERVICES, LLC, P l a i n t i f f , v s .

DENISE ALEXANDER; JESSE L. ROBERTSON; CALVARY PORTFOLIO SERVICES LLC, D e f e n d a n t s , 06 CH 16559 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 29, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 7, 2010 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 6807 South Indiana Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637.

20-22-201-016.

P.I.N. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a vacant and boarded-up, single family r e s i d e n c e .

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 William E. Dutton, Jr. (ARDC #6255876)/Barbara J. Dutton (ARDC #6188016) at Plaintiff's Attorney, DUTTON & DUTTON, P.C., 10325 West Lincoln Highway, Frankfort, Illinois 60423.

(815) 806-8200.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I265091

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 .

CHARLOTTE E. STOKES, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 2950 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on June 14, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5747 SOUTH SANGAMON STREET, CHICAGO, IL Property Index No. 60621 20-17-221-016-0000 The real estate is improved with a two-story, brown brick IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK house with detached, two-car garage. Sale COUNTY, ILLINOIS terms: 25% down of the highest bid by COUNTY DEPARTMENT certified funds at the close of the auction;.

CHANCERY DIVISION MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE The balance, in certified funds, is due LENDING, INC. within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject P l a i n t i f f , property is subject to general real estate v s . taxes, special assessments, or special GLEN JACKSON A/K/A GLENN taxes levied against said real estate and is JACKSON; UNKNOWN offered for sale without any representation HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GLEN as to quality or quantity of title and without JACKSON, IF ANY; recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON condition. The sale is further subject to RECORD CLAIMANTS; confirmation by the court. Upon payment in D e f e n d a n t s , full of the amount bid, the purchaser will 07 CH 19389 receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the purchaser to a deed to the real estate pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure after confirmation of the sale The property entered in the above entitled cause on will NOT be open for inspection and 11/15/2007, Intercounty Judicial Sales plaintiff makes no representation as to the Corporation will on Tuesday, June 22, condition of the property. Prospective 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at bidders are admonished to check the court 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, file to verify all information. If this property Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the for cash, the following described property: unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a P.I.N. 20-22-224-027. mortgagee shall pay the assessments and Commonly known as 6636 South Vernon the legal fees required by The Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637.

Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS The improvement on the property consists 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE of a 2 story, brick, single family residence MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU with a detached 1 1/2 car garage. Sale HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN terms: 25% down by certified funds, POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER balance within 24 hours, by certified funds.

ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF No refunds. The property will NOT be POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE open for inspection. Upon payment in full WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE of the amount bid, the purchaser will ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE receive a Certificate of Sale which will LAW. For information: Visit our website at entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. between the premises after confirmation of the sale. hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & For information: Visit our website at ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, coMMunity own their control p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn 476-5500. Please refer to file number Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. PA0900928. THE JUDICIAL SALES (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number CORPORATION One South Wacker P A 0 7 1 0 1 6 1 .

Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The C O R P O R A T I O N Judicial Sales Corporation at Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I269650 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.: PA0900928 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 2950 I262579

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY D I V I S I O N WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, AMORTIZING RESIDENTIAL COLLATERAL TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2002-BC9, P l a i n t i f f V .

TONY JAMISON; VERONICA JAMISON; CITIFINANCIAL, INC. F/K/A ASSOCIATES FINANCE, INC., D e f e n d a n t s 08 CH 41731 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 08-12362 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.)

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on September 2, 2009, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on March 2, 2010, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 7520 South Saint Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 Permanent Index No.: 20-27-403-030 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

The judgment amount was $104,255.94.

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information.

For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, 4201 Lake Cook Rd., 1st floor, Northbrook, Illinois 60062, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays o n l y .

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Fighting diabetes block-by-block in North Lawndale

By La Risa Lynch Shirley Camp was in denial when she was diagnosed with diabetes seven years ago.

And although her husband of 26 years suffers from the disease, Camp, a North Lawndale resident, wanted no part of the finger pricking or the daily insulin injections often associated with the disease.

“By me watching him shoot himself up two or three times a day, I didn’t want to do that.

That’s why I was in denial,” she said.

Education about the disease changed Camp’s outlook. She said managing the disease is still a struggle because of her weight, but she tries to eat more healthy.

Now she is on a mission to help others.

Camp is hitting the streets with

Camp understands why North Lawndale is hard hit by diabetes.

She said it’s a community without a grocery store and is peppered with fast food restaurants and corner stores that sell “chips, pop and alcohol.” Camp met her husband at the McDonalds where he worked and she joked that they have been eating “grease” every since.

“Since I know about diabetes, I’m telling everybody, because it is running rampant in the community,” she said.

The confidential survey is targeting homeowners between Roosevelt and Odgen and Homan and Tripp. It will collect information on race, age and number of individuals in the households and risk factors such as weight, family history, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

Survey participants will receive

KIMBERLY FELKER AND Shirley Camp of SUHI’s new diabetes initiative take the waist measurement of a North Lawndale resident to determine her risk factor for the disease.

coordinator.

“It’s really about trying to impact the lives of people one at a time,” Werner said.

Margaret Shepard, also a CHE, knows the consequences of not taking diabetes seriously. Shepard had gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy, and has been a diabetic for 26 years.

Shepard thought the pills prescribed to her was a magic panacea for the disease. So she didn‘t change her diet or exercise which elevated her sugar levels.

She was placed on both insulin and pills.

“Now I’m feeling the affects in my body,” Shepard said. “I can no longer see like I used to. I’m feeling tired and sluggish.

SUHI'S OUTREACH WORKERS Kimberly Felker, Shirley …These are the things that I can share with people. You don’t have Camp and Margaret Shepard talk with a North Lawndale resident about diabetes. her story as a community health educator (CHE) for a new initiative to increase diabetes awareness and prevention in her west side community. North Lawndale has one of the highest rates of diabetes in the city, according to Sinai Urban Health Institute (SUHI), an umbrella unit of Sinai Health Systems.

SUHI created the Block by Block North Lawndale Diabetes Community Action initiative that will survey North Lawndale residents about their diabetes risk. The goal is to reduce risk and promote a healthier lifestyle.

North Lawndale, according to a 2003 SUHI study, has a diabetes rate 40 percent higher than the city. About 1.5 out of 10 people over the age of 18 in North Lawndale have diabetes. Nearly 95 percent of those are diagnosed with Type II diabetes, the most preventable form of the disease.

a $15 gift card for completing the survey. To participate, call the survey telephone hotline at (773) 257-6024.

The survey hopes to identify 287 people at risk for the disease or who have the disease. Those individuals will receive home visits a couple of times a year by community health educators or “block captains.” Block captains will provide diabetes education and create action plans to help residents eat healthier, exercise more and stick to their drug regiment. They will also be referred to clinics, resources and programs to address their needs.

Using block captains will determine, if community engagement is a better way to address individuals’ medical needs, but the goal is to get people to change their behavior that contribute to diabetes, explained Donna V. Werner, the block by block program

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to go through that if you just do the right thing; if you exercise; and watch your food intake. It better to do it before you have to.”

Diabetes, she added, is not curable, but manageable. “It has been a life changing experience for me.”

Knowing risk factors such as obesity, high blood pressure and cholesterol are key in diabetes prevention, said Kimberly Felker, another CHE, whose father has the disease. Even a waist circumference over 35 inches can lead to diabetes, “because it squeezes in your pancreas and other organs making them work harder,” Felker said.

More education must be directed at older Blacks who may dismiss diabetes symptoms, like blurred vision or frequent urina-

tion, as part of getting older, she added.

“Some people could have diabetes for five or ten years and never know it … because of lack of knowledge [or] they don’t know what to look for,” Felker said.

A possible tell-tell sign, Felker explained, is what is called “dirty necks,” or acanthosis migricans.

It is a thick discoloration of skin around the neck that looks similar to elephant skin. She said some people dismiss it as someone’s neck not being clean, but is a indication of diabetes.

The condition, Werner added, is often seen in overweight children. “That is definitely a red flag that they should get checked out.

COOK COUNTY TREASURER Maria Pappas presents an award of excellence to the Chicago Chapter National Black Nurses Association. Accepting the award are nurses from the association.

From left: Evelyn Collier-Dixon, Sharon Dixon, Gloria Jefferson, Daisy Harmon-Allen, Treasurer Pappas, Evelyn Littleton, Geraldine Jonas and Linda Howard. The association is committed to excellence in nursing practice and provides resources in healthcare education, conducts research and maintains regular healthcare service to the community at large. CCNBNA provides mentorship and supports student nurses and new members. It also provides scholarships for students in underrepresented groups. Nurses across Cook County were recognized in a reception in Pappas’ office in honor of National Nurses Week.

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