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Bishop Trotter, suburban police chiefs push anti-blunt wrap legislation

By La Risa Lynch The war on drugs has a new target — flavored blunt wraps.

Bishop Larry Trotter, pastor of Sweet Holy Spirit Church, has joined forces with south suburban law enforcement to pressure state legislators to include flavored blunt wrap in the state’s illegal drug paraphernalia code.

“Blunts wraps are an indefensible product marketed to children and entirely identified with illegal drug use,” Trotter said last week during a press conference to garner support for two bills seeking to classify blunt wraps as drug paraphernalia.

Blunt wrappers is a roll-your-own cigar wrap made from tobacco leaves similar to regular cigarette rolling paper. Trotter contends the flavored blunt wraps target teens.

The wraps, he said, are found in any corner stores and cost under a dollar making it affordable and accessible for youth. To illustrate, several parishioners purchased “blunt wraps” at a liquor store near the church, located at 8621 S. South Chicago Ave. “It’s available in every community and young people are buying them,” he said. “It is a good camouflage for them to get high and make it appear that it is just a cigar.”

State Senator Kwame Raoul, sponsor of

Senate Bill 3734, said his bill does not target blunt cigars, but go after specifically manufactured fruity flavored tobacco leafs that come packaged wrapped around hol-

lowed tubes. Raoul’s bill passed out of the Senate Monday (March 15) and moves to the House. State Rep. Art Turner has a companion bill HB 6234 in the House.

B I S H O P L A R R Y T R O T T E R , pa s t o r o f S w e e t H o l y S p i r i t C h u r c h , u r g e s churches across the city to support two bills being considered by the General Assembly to include blunt wrap in the state’s drug paraphernalia code. Trotter holds up blunt cigars, which he said youth are using to process illicit drugs.

“I really don’t know anybody who smokes cigars who is going to put tobacco in a mango flavored wrapper,” Raoul said, noting teens could be enticed by these wraps because they are flavored with names like cherry vanilla and apple bliss.

However, Lanz Alexander, chief financial officer, for New Image Global, a California-based company that makes cigar wrappers, said that his product has been mischaracterized. His company is one of three that make cigar wraps.

“Blunt wraps,” he contend, is a trademarked name of a Louisiana-based company. His company, Alexander noted, makes both flavored and unflavored cigar wrappers that are sold with flavored and unflavored loose tobacco to customize cigars.

He noted the roll-you-own cigar industry has been around for 200 years.

He contends the proposed legislation targets his cigar wrappers specifically, not cigarette roll paper or blunt cigars, which also could be used illicitly.

“If you have three products that are misused, why do you just talk about one product rather than the other two,” Alexander asked, noting that the bill was initiated by a north suburban cigarette paper company to eliminate competition.

Raoul said that he is aware of the competition argument, but still insists that there is not legal use for these wrappers which (Continued on page 2)

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Haiti debt relief bill authored by Congresswoman Maxine Waters passes the House VOLUNTEERS AND WGCI radio personality Tony Sculfield joined the Illinois Lottery’s RAISE A HAND ILLINOIS program at Harvard School of Excellence on Chicago’s south side.

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NEWS

Haiti debt relief bill authored by Congresswoman Maxine Waters passes the House From Port-au-Prince to the Capitol to the White House, she continues to lead efforts to help Haiti recover and rebuild The House of Representatives passed the Debt Relief for Earthquake Recovery in Haiti Act (H.R. 4573), authored by Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), last night. This legislation directs the United States to seek the cancellation of Haiti’s debts to the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the InterAmerican Development Bank (IDB) and other multilateral development institutions. The Senate is expected to adopt the Congresswoman’s bill this week, clearing the way for President Obama to sign it into law.

“I am pleased that my bill to cancel Haiti’s debt held by multilateral development institutions is set to become law. Debt relief is essential for Haiti’s future. However, we must also keep in mind the immediate needs of survivors who, without adequate shelter, will be further subjected to the elements and to disease during the upcoming rainy season. I applaud the efforts of our government, military, and charitable organizations for the assistance they have provided thus far, and I will be doing everything in my power to continue to work with them to alleviate the suffering and

attend to the basic needs of the Haitian people.”

Having returned from Haiti earlier this week – her second trip there since the earthquake in January – the Congresswoman continues to sound the alarm about the need to urgently provide more shelter to the hundreds of thousands of Haitians whose homes were destroyed. Many Haitians are living outdoors in makeshift camps, and the upcoming rainy season is putting them at greater risk of flooding and disease. The Congresswoman has repeatedly called on the international community to deliver and distribute durable tents to Haitians and has raised the issue with Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and other officials.

“My second trip to Haiti since the earthquake only reaffirms what I’ve long known – the situation for hundreds of thousands of homeless Haitians is going to rapidly deteriorate when the heavy rains and hurricanes soon begin,” said Congresswoman Waters. “Malaria, typhoid, scabies and other highly infectious and deadly diseases are going to spread like wildfire unless a comprehensive plan is implemented to acquire thousands more durable shelter units and set them up safely, sustainably, and immediately.”

During her trip to Haiti last weekend, Congresswoman Waters: • Met with the U.S. Ambassador to Haiti Kenneth Merten, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Congresswoman Maxine Waters plies to Cité Soleil, the poorest neighborhood of Port-au-Prince, an area where residents have received little or no assistance from relief groups since the earthquake; • Reviewed a food distribution operation in Pétionville led by a non-governmental organization; • Toured a large camp that is housing approximately 12,000 survivors and was taken by locals to a camp unknown to relief workers where 700 people live. After Congresswoman Waters alerted USAID of the camp’s presence, USAID entered the camp into its database so it could be evaluated and will receive relief supplies moving forward; • Discussed contracting opportunities for local workers with 150 Haitian business leaders and the USAID Contract-

ing Officer, and reviewed some of the “jobs for cash” programs currently under way; • Visited a temporary shelter demonstration site, showcasing different forms of shelter; • Attended a “cluster” meeting at Bo-Jeux Parc where recovery and response efforts are coordinated and saw an army-grade medical tent she secured during her previous visit to Haiti being used by medical care providers to deliver babies; and • Brought a U.S. seismologist to the country to study aftershocks and share information

with Haitians about the potential for future disasters and what can be done to prevent widespread devastation.

“What really resonated with me during this trip was the stark reality of just how long it will take Haiti to recover and rebuild,” said Congresswoman Waters. “Many areas of Port-au-Prince are still not being regularly serviced by relief workers – and some camps are subsisting completely on their own. The coordination and organizational efforts are clearly under way, but I am well aware that it remains a work-inprogress. Much more must be done to provide all Haitians with food and clean water, secure shelter, and economic livelihood.”

Congresswoman Waters was among a select group of Members of Congress at an event yesterday at the White House with President Obama and Haitian President René Prevál, having been invited in recognition of her leadership on assistance for Haiti. Also attending were representatives of non-governmental organizations and foundations involved in the relief effort, Haitian-American community leaders and members of Urban Search and Rescue teams from Los Angeles and other cities.

Judiciary Committee reports Durbin’s Fair Sentencing Act Bipartisan compromise reduces Crack-Powder sentencing disparity to 20:1 A bipartisan bill to curtail the sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine was unanimously reported out of the Senate Judiciary Committee recently by a vote of 19-0. The Fair Sentencing Act, introduced by U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (DIL) was amended by the Judiciary Committee and will reduce the current 100:1 sentencing disparity to roughly 20:1.

“Drug use is a serious problem in America and we need tough legislation to combat it,” Durbin said. “But in addition to being tough, our drug laws must be smart and fair. Sadly our crack cocaine laws are not. I strongly support eliminating the crackpowder disparity and establishing the same sentences for crack and powder cocaine. But this is an issue that requires a bipartisan solution. Today’s historic agreement will make a significant difference 2

Dick Durbin in the lives of many while still keeping our drug laws tough.”

Under current law, possession of five grams of crack cocaine (roughly the weight of two sugar cubes) triggers a mandatory minimum five-year prison sentence, while trafficking 500 grams (approximately one pound) of pow-

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der cocaine triggers the same sentence. The so-called 100:1 ratio has been in place since 1986. The Fair Sentencing Act as introduced would have completely eliminated the disparity, treating crack and powder cocaine equally.

Durbin negotiated the agreement with Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Jeff Sessions (R-AL) and Orrin Hatch (R-UT) to achieve a unanimous committee vote.

The language agreed to would establish a roughly 20:1 ratio for crack-powder sentencing meaning a 28 grams of crack would trigger the same mandatory minimum sentence as 500 grams of powder cocaine.

The compromise significantly increases fines for drug traffickers and mandates that the U.S. Sentencing Commission significantly increase enhancements for a number of aggravating factors.

This tough new language would apply to all drug offenses and not just those involving crack or powder cocaine.

“BLUNT wrap cigars.”

Bishop Trotter, suburban . . .

(Continued from page 1) could be used for not only mari- hol when they are going to the huana, but cocaine and heroin. store,” Fox said. “They are … buy“I’m not trying to protect that,” ing five Philly blunts, the raspberry Raoul told the Chicago Crusader. flavor, and they are leaving.”

“I have got no evidence of the wraps He added marijuana is more being used to smoke tobacco.” prevalent than alcohol because “we But Alexander said if someone il- make it so accessible for them legally misuses his product, he is through these blunt type things willing to work with legislators to (sold) in every type of local store in correct that. all of our community.”

“If there is a problem in the comRiverdale Police Chief Hollis munity, we want to work to solve Dorrough contends marijuana is a the problem,” he said, adding that gateway drug that could lead to his product is not sold in the city. other illicit drugs and criminal ac“Anybody misusing our product tivity. should not have that opportunity “If they start with blunts, it to misuse the product, but the moves on to another thing and product is a legal product.” then another thing, until we lose Dolton Police Chief Robert Fox the people that we love,” Dorhas seen stores sell blunt wraps to rough said. teens. Legally, he said, the only Trotter is urging area churches to thing he can do is cite the store get behind the measure and circuowner. He hopes the bills will lating petitions throughout the rechange that. ligious community to pass both “These kids are not buying alco- bills.

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NEWS

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Merrigan highlights the ‘Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food’ Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan recently provided highlights of how Illinois can tap into USDA’s ‘Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food’ initiative, which promotes local and regional food systems by stimulating community economic development and ensuring equitable access to affordable fresh and local food. Merrigan discussed the initiative with students at the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences, spoke at the Financing Farm to Fork Conference aimed at supporting local foods by encouraging investment in farm and food production, processing, and distribution businesses, and discussed food systems policy with students and community leaders at DePaul University.

“The Obama Administration believes this is an historic opportunity to lay a new foundation for economic growth, create jobs and build and revitalize critical infrastructure in rural communities across America by supporting and establishing local and regional food systems as an economic development strategy to keep wealth in local communities,” Merrigan said. “Part of our ‘Know Your Farmer, Know Your

Food’ initiative is to link the agricultural community to urban markets to bring new understanding of the importance of healthy eating and provide enhanced access to fresh foods. We expect consumer demand for locally grown food in the U.S. to rise from an estimated $4 billion in 2002 to as much as $7 billion by 2012.”

USDA’s ‘Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food’ initiative emphasizes the need for a fundamental and critical reconnection between producers and consumers. The effort builds on the 2008 Farm Bill, which provides for increases and flexibility for USDA programs in an effort to revitalize rural economies through the promotion local food systems. Aimed at strengthening the connection between farmers and consumers, the initiative also supports local and regional food systems, increase economic opportunities for local farmers, and expand access to healthy food for Americans.

One example of how farmers can get involved, Merrigan said, is to participate in local farm to school programs that enable schools to feature healthy, locallysourced products in their cafete-

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan rias. USDA currently is sending teams out to select school districts to work on farm to school issues. Some of these programs also incorporate nutrition-based studies, as well as food-learning opportunities such as farm visits, gardening, cooking, and composting activities.

Providing greater access to fresh, healthy food is a priority of the Obama Administration. Last month, First Lady Michelle Obama launched the Let’s Move! campaign to end childhood obesity within a generation so that

Clergy Coming to Capitol Hill to Push Bill Declaring AIDS an ‘Epidemic’ Among Blacks The National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS (NBLCA) will lead more than 50 influential members of the clergy to Congress on March 17 to push for approval of H.R. 1964/S. 3011, the National Black Clergy for the Elimination of HIV/AIDS Act of 2009. The bill lays out a comprehensive plan for the federal government to lead the way in marshaling resources in the fight against HIV and AIDS and targeting them where they are most needed.

The campaign comes at a critical time as the Obama Administration has been working intensely on its National AIDS Strategy for several months. One of NBLCA’s key goals is to make sure that the policy that emerges recognizes the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS on Black America.

NBLCA Board Chairman Rev. Calvin O. Butts III said Black leaders have long urged greater attention to the AIDS toll on African Americans. He noted that the nation last month marked the 10th anniversary of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day established to call attention to the problem of HIV/AIDS among Black Americans.

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children born today will reach adulthood at a healthy weight.

The campaign has four primary tenets: helping parents make healthy food choices, serving healthier food in schools; improving access to healthy, affordable food; and increasing physical activity. The Administration has introduced its plans to improve school meals, introduced a financing initiative to reduce food deserts, implemented new research tools that detail local food environments and health outcomes, including grocery store

access and disease and obesity prevalence, and announced a broad range of public/private commitments to solve America’s childhood obesity epidemic.

Learn more by visiting www.LetsMove.gov.

The ‘Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food’ website, at www.usda.gov/knowyourfarmer, features social media tools to help focus the public conversation about farming and food, while engaging American agriculture and linking producers to customers.

Heavyweight Boxing Champ Ernie Terrell Appearing Friday, March 26

fices of various members of Congress to urge passage of the National Black Clergy for the Elimination of HIV/AIDS Act of 2009. They will hold a press conference on Wednesday, March 17, at 2:30 p.m. in H137 of Capitol Building that will include Rev. Butts as well as Rep. Charles Rangel (D-NY) and other members of the Congressional Black Caucus.

Rev. Calvin O. Butts III levels in the Black community,” Rev. Butts said. “This is the year that we must finally put into place policies that address the alarming numbers we have been seeing for decades.”

Butts noted that Blacks represent about 12 percent of the U.S. population but accounted for almost half of new AIDS diagnoses in 2007, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. Black Americans accounted for 57 percent of deaths due to HIV in 2006, and their survival time after an AIDS diagnosis is lower on average than it is for most other racial and ethnic groups.

NBLCA and its supporters from around the country will visit the of-

The National Black Clergy for the Elimination of HIV/AIDS Act of 2009 emerged out of a 2007 conclave organized by NBLCA that brought together clergy, medical experts and others from around the country to develop an agenda to fight HIV and AIDS. Rep. Rangel introduced the legislation into the House in April of 2009, and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (DNY) introduced it into the Senate in February.

“This is the first legislation to address HIV/AIDS in a comprehensive way, and although it reflects the wisdom and experience of health experts and community leaders, it is significant that Black clergy are leading the fight,” said C. Virginia Fields, President and CEO of NBLCA. “They have been at the forefront of so many campaigns to right injustices.”

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Ernie Terrell

At Mather’s—More Than A Café Terrell to Reveal “Truth” About Fight with Ali and His Life Story Mather’s—More Than a Café at 33 E. 83rd Street will host heavyweight boxing champion and Chicago resident Ernie Terrell for a fun-filled discussion about his life on Friday, March 26, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Terrell, a resiSaturday, March 20, 2010

dent of Roseland for 40 years, was the WBA heavyweight champion of the world from 1965 to 1967 and fought an amazing 15 rounds with Muhammad Ali. “Mather’s—More Than a Café is so excited to have Ernie visit, meet our customers, and share his amazing life story,” said Beedie Jones, Café Manager. “This program is a great example of how Mather’s brings in special programs and people that are of in(Continued on page 9) 3

EDITORIAL

OPINION

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH March is Women’s History Month. The honoring of Women began with the first International Women’s Day in 1911. In 1979, the school district of Sonoma, California, participated in Women’s History Week, an event designed around the week of March 8 (International Women’s Day). In 1981, responding to the growing popularity of the event, Congress passed a resolution recognizing Women’s History Week. This week was well received, and soon after, schools across the country began to have their own local celebrations. Other state departments of education began to encourage celebrations of National Women’s History Week as a way to promote equality among the sexes in the classroom. In 1987 Congress expanded the focus to a whole month. In 2001, Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) and Rep. Barbara Mikulski (D-Maryland) co-sponsored the first Joint Congressional Resolution proclaiming a “Women’s History Month”. (Wikipedia). Today, Women’s History Month is celebrated all over the United States.

Honoring women became necessary because a lot of people just weren’t aware of the contributions women have made, and continue to make, to society. Everyone recognizes the role that women play as mothers, but actually, many people, especially men, felt that women’s value started and stopped at that point. It’s hard to believe that at one time women were not allowed to vote or to own property. Fortunately, today, there is a growing appreciation of the wide range of roles that women play in today’s society. It is heartening to see social growth of his magnitude, where people come to understand the important contributions of a segment of the population.

It’s interesting that people didn’t always understand the value of women because, if people had paid attention, there have always been dynamic women who have contributed to a variety of important causes in America and around the world. Among African Americans, the earlier heroines responsible for racial progress included Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Ida B. Wells Barnett, Mary McLeod Bethune, Madame C.J. Walker, just to name a few. Today, we can cite Rosa Parks, Oprah Winfrey, Dorothy Height, Whoopie Goldberg, Fannie Lou Hamer, Angela Davis, Nikki Giovanni, Sonja Sanchez, Dorothy Leavell, Linda Johnson Rice, Melody Spann Cooper, Dr. Carol Adams, Valerie Jarrett, Rep. Constance “Connie” Howard, Shirley Chisholm, Dr. Margaret Burroughs, First Lady Michelle Obama, Cheryle Jackson and many other women too numerous to name!

We look forward to the day when all “isms,” such as sexism, racism, etc. disappear. Until that time, however, we will continue a need to set aside special time to focus on certain segments of the population in order to realize their importance to the functioning of society. Please take time to consider the huge contributions women have made to American society and to the world this month!

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR No more parking meters in front of churches Dear Editor: Angry: I believe there are many other church members who are as angry as I am over the new arrangements the Mayor has made by privatizing the parking meters. I thought the meters main purpose were to help business; keep people from staying in front of a business too long which would hurt business and that would cause less taxes for the city.

The new set up is during much harm to the churches I felt hurt and disgusted coming out of the Israel Methodist Community Church January 25th and seeing a parking ticket on my car which was parked in front of the church. Many people still don’t know it, under the new rule you can get a parking ticket for parking in front of a church, if you are in a prayer meeting, choir rehearsal, business meeting or any other type of meeting. The pastor has to pay the meter all day in order to keep his office open all day. To all of us who are affected, we should not just talk among ourselves about how disgusted and hurt we are. Write and let Mayor Daley know and demand he change it.

Dr. Webb Evans President

United American Progress Association

I am Woman I support Bill Brady!

Dear Editor: On March 9th several women’s groups held a pres conference to denounce gubernatorial candidate Bill Brady’s positions on “women’s issues.”

His position on abortion bothers them, calling him “anti-choice” and “anti-woman.” He believes that babies are human beings and not a “choice,” deserving of a chance at life. As a mother of three and grandmother of two, I wholeheartedly agree.

They erroneously claim he is opposed to stem cell research, which is false. HE supports using adult stem cells, which are already successfully treating many life-threatening diseases. The truth is that he opposes wasting money on embryonic stem cell research, which to date, has not produced one successful treatment for any disease. Brady is right on both the ethical and the financial aspect.

Then there’s his position on marriage. He believes that one man and one woman constitutes a marriage.

These groups would like to redefine it to suit their agenda, which is the normalization and acceptance of homosexuality. To accomplish this,

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they want “same-sex” marriage. Bill Brady sponsored the Marriage Amendment and that obviously upsets them.

It’s worth mentioning that today’s Rasmussen poll has Brady leading among women by 17 points.

As a woman, these groups certainly do not speak for me. I will support Bill Brady for Governor.

Kathy Valente Lansing, Illinois

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It is Time for a New National Organization

By Harry Alford NNPA Columnist As we see during this current recession, there is an inordinate amount of unemployment in the African-American community.

Our net worth is decreasing by al-

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most 35 percent and decades of progress are going down the “tubes.” Our unemployment is double and in some places triples the national average. You know it

doesn’t have to be that way. Many current organizations say we need more job training. That is ridiculous. We are already trained but the fact is we have been laid off the jobs we know how to do.

What is training going to do? We need these jobs back.

No organization is looking at the key issue. That is implementing Executive Order 11246, written by President John F. Kennedy in 1962, and the enforcer of affirmative action in the workplace.

There was a time when the federal government, through the U.S .Department of Labor, would be the key enforcer. President Clinton’s first Secretary of Labor, Richard Reich, was a strong leader in the field. He would actively challenge corporate America in its hiring of minorities. He even kept a list, “The Bottom Ten”, where he would badger the worst minority hirers and even take them to court. Coca Cola, Bank of America, Honeywell and others met his wrath and changed their ways reluctantly.

President Clinton got a lot of pressure to stop Secretary Reich from his noble campaign. Eventually, as the second Clinton Administration came in Secretary Reich resigned rather than slow

down. His successor did not attempt to emulate him and do the right thing. The advocacy for diversity in hiring soon went away from the federal government and has not returned since. The data is kept but the action is no longer enforced. Thus, we need an outside organization that will be a true watchdog on the issue of equal opportunity in the workplace. An organization that will encourage the Office of Federal Contract Compliance (U.S. Department of Labor) to publish the data they gather from all corporations and governmental agencies so that the organization can take the bad operators to task and praise the good operators.

A very good focus in the beginning would be, through the Freedom of Information Act, to get the racial and gender data on the construction union trades. Any way you look at all trades except general laborers and cement workers; you will detect Jim Crow style racism. The biggest shock is that the U.S. Department of Labor certifies these unions as bargaining groups even though they blatantly violate the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is an oversight we can no longer afford and should deal with it directly. Many tradi-

tional civil rights organizations actually support this racism with their friendliness towards these racist construction unions in exchange for a little annual funding.

It hurts us tremendously - just look at the unemployment figures.

This organization should be vibrant and could spawn at the collegiate level in the law schools of our campuses. They should be very high tech via internet activity and should rate all major corporations by the amount of Blacks, Hispanics, Asians and women that they hire, promote and retain at all levels of management.

These reports should be updated continuously and should be widely reported so that society can intelligently decide who to buy products from and support in other ways. Also, the organization should not be afraid to call itself Black – and be proud of that fact.

If it is done correctly we can force into destruction corporations who do not do the right thing; unions who fester bigotry and governmental entities who are not accountable to the people they serve. The unemployment levels of Blacks, Hispanics and other minorities should no longer

soar above the national average and equal opportunity can once again return to reality. Somehow, we have let it get away from our focus and our children are suffering from that negligence.

Remember, it doesn’t take many people to get a movement going.

In this new Internet society it won’t take many people or much money.

We just need good unselfish leadership and a strong Agenda to follow. Black America is at a crossroads. Our “leaders” are called to the White House only during a blizzard when the federal government is closed down. The Congressional Black Caucus can only get attention during “Colored Caucus Day” when they and the Hispanic Caucus are allowed to come in one behind the other and kick around the Healthcare Bill (not the issue of jobs).

New leaders! It is time to step forward and begin a new era that will save our people who are being led down a very vile and dangerous path.

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

Website: www.nationalbcc.org.

Email: halford@nationalbcc.org.

Reducing the Black Male Dropout Rate

By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist Boys don’t drop out in the 12th grade. They physically drop out in the ninth grade, but they emotionally and academically drop out in the fourth grade.

That observation is made early

by Jawanza Kunjufu, a noted educator, public speaker and publisher, in his new book, Reducing the Black Male Dropout Rate (African American Images, Chicago, 708/672-4909) He issues this challenge to readers: “Visit a kindergarten class and observe Black boys in action.

They’re eager, they sit in the front, they’re on task. They love learning.”

But something happens by the time they reach the ninth grade.

Kunjufu says approximately 100,000 African-American males drop out of high school each year; in some urban areas the black male rate approaches 70 percent. Even a high school drop-out can calculate that rate amounts to 1 million Black males over 10 years. That 10year figure is larger than the total population of Detroit, Atlanta, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Boston, Charlotte, Denver, Bal-

timore, Memphis or New Orleans.

In his book, Kunjufu provides a lesson plan for reducing the horrendous Black drop-out rate. The turnaround must begin in the home. He notes that schools have students only 9 percent of the time from infancy to 18 years of age. Parents, on the other hand, have students far more longer and must do a far better job of creating the right intellectual atmosphere at home.

“Parents, I’d like for you to do an inventory of your home,” Kunjufu writes. “Count the number of books you have vs. the number of CDs and DVDs. That will, in part, explain your child’s academic performance.”

He adds, “What you have in your house determines the kind of student that comes out of your house.”

Parents should also take firm control of their homes. The author scoffs at the idea of a child telling parents paying rent or a mortgage: “You have no right to go into my room.” Parents not only have the right to go anywhere in their house, they should also exercise the right to inspect their child’s room at anytime.

They should also listen to their

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children’s music and check out their friends.

“Parents, if you don’t do anything else, you need to know your children’s friends. You can tell an awful lot about your child by his selection of friends. Many parents believe their sons are angels.

You need to observe your son’s friends in action. Invite them over to your house. Meet the parents of your son’s friends. Why is this so important? Because the peer group is the number one influence on African American males.”

Because of that influence, parents should know where their

children are during the crucial hours of 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., when children are most likely to get into trouble.

Poor parents should not expect their children’s performance levels to be lower than those from rich families.

“Wealthy parents don’t have smarter kids than the poor and working poor, than Blacks or Latinos, but what they perhaps do better is insist that the school do its job better no matter what it takes,” Kunjufu believes.

He notes that because African Americans suffer from PTSD – Post Traumatic Slavery Disorder – it is crucial that Black males be exposed to culturally-relevant learning materials.

Another suggestion is better recognition of academic achievement.

“If you have an assembly program of 500 students but are giving out two awards, there’s a very good chance that African-American males will call those two students nerds,” Kunjufu explains.

“A more effective assembly program would honor many students. If a student moves from a D to a C, he should receive an award. If he moves from a C to an A, he receives two awards. In this Saturday, March 20, 2010

way, it is very possible that all 500 students will receive an award and just maybe the students will buy into academic achievement.”

Educators should not buy into the notion of social promotions, the act of promoting nonachieving students to the next grade.

“I acknowledge the pain students must endure when they are held back,” Kunjufu says.

“But the pain is even greater when, in the ninth grade, they are trying to get through the school day with a fourth-grade reading level.”

Churches and community groups also have a role to play in reducing the drop-out rate.

“The most important institution in the African American community is the church, and there are 85,000 African American churches,” the author writes. “The One Church, One School program created the concept that churches should sponsor or adopt schools in their community. Can you imagine if each of the 85,000 churches adopted a school?

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COMMENTARY Tea Party, Coffee Party: Worrill’s World Why Not A Black Party?

By Dr. Conrad W. Worrill WE MUST CONTINUE TO STRUGGLE FOR REPARATIONS! (Dr. Conrad Worrill, Nationa l C h a ir m a n E m e r i t u s o f t h e N a t i o n a l B l a c k Un i t e d F r o n t ( N B U F) l o c a t e d a t 1 8 0 9 E a s t 71st Street, Suite 211, Chicago, Illinois, 60649, 773-493-0900, F a x # 7 7 3 - 4 9 3 - 9 8 1 9 , E - m a il : n b u f c h i c @ sb c g l o b a l . n e t , W e b site: nbufront.org)) Our great historian and departed ancestor, Dr. John Henrik Clarke described in his classic book, Notes for an African World Revolution, that, “The ides of uniting all Africa had its greatest development early in this [20th] century.” In this context, Reparations for African people will never die.

Dr. Clarke wrote that, “In 1900, the Trinidadian lawyer,

Dr. Conrad Worrill H. Sylvester Williams called together the first Pan African Conference in London. This meeting attracted attention and put the word Pan African in the dictionaries for the first time.”

According to Dr. Clarke there were only thirty delegates to the conference that came mainly from England, the Caribbean, and the United States. Dr. W. E. B. DuBois led the small delegation from the United States. When we use the term Pan Africanism we must be very clear. Pan Africanism is the belief that people of African ancestry throughout the world have the same racial and cultural characteristics and the same social and economic conditions as a result of our African origin.

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launched its first international conference on Reparations in Lagos, Nigeria in December of 1990. After that conference, the Organization of African Unity (OAU) set up a Group of Eminent Persons (GEP), in June 1992. Its aim was to work out the different ways in which to proceed, and secure technical advisors, who would help solve some of the difficulties associated with the claim for reparations.

A second conference on Reparations was held in Abuja, Nigeria in 1992, attended by representatives from throughout the Diaspora. That conference issued a declaration, “The Abuja Proclamation,” which called for a national reparations committee to be established throughout Africa and the Diaspora. The African Reparations Movement (UK) was formed in 1993, as a result of this proclamation.

It is important that we understand that the idea of Reparations has caught on with the masses of African people worldwide, in spite of the opposition of the forces of white supremacy.

A delegation from the United States, led by the late Dr. Jacob H. Carruthers and Dr. Ron Walters, participated in Abuja’s First Pan African Conference and reported back to the leaders of the Reparations Movement, in this country, their observations and analysis of the conference.

As we think about Pan Africanism and continue our struggle, let us reflect on the contributions of our ancestor, Malcolm X. We must remember his role in helping to stimulate the Pan African Movement that we stand on today as we fight for Reparations for African people throughout the world.

In Malcolm’s last visit to Africa before his untimely departure from us, he visited the President of Ghana; Osagyefo Dr. Kwamé Nkrumah. Malcolm gave this account of the meeting in his autobiography.

Malcolm said, “We discussed the unity of Africans and people of African descent. We agreed that Pan Africanism was the key also to the problems of

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those of African heritage… My time with him was up all too soon. I promised faithfully that when I returned to the United States, I would relay to AfroAmericans his personal warm regards.”

There is no doubt that the spirit of Malcolm and other great Pan African leaders are helping to push the Reparations Movement forward.

“The Abuja Proclamation” should be the basis for our continued organizing of the Reparations Movement throughout the world. These ideas are still relevant to our organizing work in the Reparations Movement today. The following are some of the key points presented in “The Abuja Proclamation: on April 27-29, 1993: “Recalling the Organization of African Unity’s establishment of a Machinery the Group of Eminent Persons for appraising the reparations in relation to the damage done to Africa and its Diaspora by enslavement, colonization, and neo-colonialism.

Convinced that the issue of reparations is an important question requiring the united action of Africa and its Diaspora and worth of the active support of the rest of the international community.

Fully persuaded that the damage sustained by the African peoples is not a thing of the past but is painfully manifest in the damaged lives of contemporary Africans from Harlem to Harare, in the damaged economies of the Black World from Guinea to Guyana, from Somalia to Surinam.

Cognizant of the fact that compensation for injustice need not necessarily be paid in capital transfer but could include service to the victims or other forms of restitution and readjustment of the relationship to both parties.

Convinced that the claim for Reparations is well grounded in International Law.” We must always remember what Dr. Clarke taught us and that is, “powerful people never teach powerless people how to take power away from them!”

Reparations for African people will never die!

By Ron Walters NNPA Columnist Now we have the Coffee Party which I suppose is a liberal counterpart to the Tea Party that emerged in the Washington, DC area by folks led by Annabel Park a documentary film maker who was horrified by the ugly, menacing and anti-government spirit of the Tea Party crowd that emerged to disrupt the flow of civil discussion about important issues. I’ve been asking, where are the folks who voted for Barack Obama, believing in Hope and Change and pinning for a new post-Bush, post-Conservative America.

Well, many of the ground troops of the Obama movement that were responsible for its grass roots organizing were young adults who went back to school, back to their professional desks or somewhere back to their normal pursuits, but away from politics. In their de-mobilization, they left the field open to the crazies who have mounted a movement not designed to be a force for change, but for the status quo and even for retrogression, wanting to “take back America” from a future they fear. Organizing for Change, the organization created as the repository of the Obama campaign, has largely been ineffective in my evaluation and David Plouffe, its head and Obama’s campaign manager, has recently gone into the White House.

So, what is developing is a discussion at the level of communities across the country about the role of government and the Tea Party and now the Coffee Party are instruments of civic organizing in this process. The Republican party seems to be attempting to grab hold of the Tea Party movement and turn it into an election day force against Democrats vulnerable

Ron Walters to elections in this cycle, At this point, the Coffee party has not come that far and the Democratic party has not made its move.

Where does this put Blacks?

There is a healthy discussion going on in the black community about the role of President Obama and his responsibility, or the lack of it, to the Black community but with the exception of Tavis Smiley for all the folks who believe that they have to make him accountable to a black agenda, they have not yet put a mechanism on the ground to do it.

There has been a long discussion about the efficacy of a Black political party and many years ago, I joined Ron Daniels and others in an attempt to create one. The irony of that experiment was while half of the people attracted to the idea wanted it to serve as a powerbase for elections, others wanted to only exist as a grass roots organizing tool. It eventually split apart along those lines.

Today, it is clear, however, that beyond the general discussion about accountability, there needs to be not only a place where you get down to the “nuts and bolts” about exactly who should be accountable about what, but how to develop effective methodologies of tactics and strategies to achieve it. Thus, whether you call it a party or a (Continued on page 15)

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(Continued from page 5) tary and high schools in Black America, which means there would be five to six churches for one school! That’s a winning combination for our children.”

In his book, Kunjufu Jawanza has given us the winning formula for halting the Black male dropout rate. The sooner his book is read and his ideas are implemented, the sooner we change the destination of thousands of Black

males from prison to educated and productive lives.

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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By Ima Gontellit D iscla imer: T he fo llo wing co lumn is a gossip column. We ask t h a t i t e m s c o n ta i n e d h e r e i n b e judged by individuals that read it as such and not as documente d f a c t s g a t h e r e d b y th e n e w s gathering personnel of this publicatio n. All sourc es submitting i t e m s t o T H E C H A T T ER B O X are confidential.

THE RUMOR MILL Folk is sho’ talking in the beauty shop about a corruption case that disappeared from the newspapers involving the son of a well known politician, a rich white boy, and a black female hot shot. Folks want to know what happened since March 2008 when it first came out—were these folk sent to prison, was there a plea or were the charges dropped. The situation, involving $68 million in pension funds may be the reason why the chief investigator got out of dodge and pretended to run for office and one person ran overseas to drink vodka all night. Chicago is a strange kind of town.

-ImaTHE GREEN EYED MONSTER Now that all the dust has settled behind Chicago socialite Desiree Rogers resigning from her post as chief party promoter in the Big House it seems nosy white folks

Desiree Rogers and some of Rogers’ disgruntled friends are beginning to tell the full story about why she joined the ranks of the unemployed. Her being forced out had little to do with two ofays and a Negro imposter crashing some shin dig with the Indian prime minister.

Ima told you peoples way back when this gal was first appointed, this move was gonna be a problem. We couldn’t see no Desiree Rogers being nobody’s flunky, mammy or somebody’s secretary—not after living high on the hog all her upper class life. It turns out Ima was on de right trail.

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Now folks is saying Rogers was forced out her good government job because she outshined the First Lady every single day she walked the grounds of Pennsylvania Avenue. They say folks close to the Obammys started pulling their coat tail after a full spread on Rogers appeared in some rag called the Wall Street Journal Magazine last December. The five page spread showed Rogers looking all glamorous and walking all over some the planted flowers in FLOTUS’ garden. Not even Ima would have stepped on the lady’s plants. The bizarre tall tale even mentioned how she was a relative of some voodoo priestess down in New Orleans. They say that was the beginning of the unraveling of the friendship between the two women.

It looks like de green eyed monster soon possessed FLOTUS’ body and after she observed how every time Rogers walked into a room everybody said “ooh and “ahh.” The former ComEd executive is known for her great legs, while Michelle was trying to be known for her great arms. Now which one you think mens want to look at? Then one late night de First Woman got to recalling what happened under the desk during the Clinton administration so she got all paranoid about any strange thoughts that might be creeping through POTUS’ over active mind. The first thang she done the next day was limit Rogers access to all De President’s men and then after that she ain’t get too much time with Mrs. President either. She then got left out of meetings, wasn’t invited to private parties by the two and if that ain’t enough got shut down publicly in front of staff. Not hearing the message, they say the voodoo grandchild still ran around Washington in Oscar de la Renta gowns while her First Lady best girlfriend was still sporting stuff off the rack—so she could connect with the American people.

You see certain kinds of white folks worked real hard to create a public image for the Obammy’s and the one for the Mrs. meant that she sometimes look comely in order to identify with broke women but at night time she would turn into a diva and wow the socks off the rich social crowd and create some sort of national fantasy—sort of like Claire Huxtable meets Naomi Campbell. Same with De President.

Sometimes he got to be seen playing ball in beat up gym shoes and walking around in khaki pants with his rolled up sleeves—then at night time, he ‘spose to get all dolled up like a Black George Clooney.

What gets Ima goat is how this child was kicked to the curb for doing exactly what they brought

her to town to do—open doors of the rich, white and Jewish social scene and turn the White House into the Taste Entertainment Center. Instead of being patted on the back for doing so, she got the shaft from her best friend. But we hear this story is only just now unfolding. And, when we finds out the goods Ima will be sure to tell it.

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what ice made from. And for the record they didn’t have no GED when Ima was matriculating back in the 1920s. And for the other record the only reason I flunked out is because I copied off your daddy’s paper. Ima should have known better because we heard he got kicked by a mule on his fifth birthday.

From Ima -Ima-

MAIL BAG THE MEETING Dear Ima: Ordinarily I dismiss the imbecilic rants the Crusader prints of yours as a concession to the more ignorant of your readers who do not recognize that this is satire, not based on any reality. However, when you are outright wrong, you need to be called out. The Lt. Governor’s mansion is in Spring-

An Alabama preacher suggested to his flock that they could beautify the surroundings by erecting a white picket fence around the burial plot in the back of de church. “I object!,” hollered one of the church stewards. “State yo’ objections, effn ya got some,” the preacher fired back. “This just a waste of church folk tithes,” he said again. The preacher got hot in the face and said, “How say you?” The steward stood up and said “Well in de first place, ain’t nobody in that cemetery can get out no how, and in the second place, I don’t know nobody studying ‘bout how to get in!”

-ImaTAVIS TALKS

Cheryle Jackson field not Peoria, IL. And David Hoffman did not steal black votes from Cheryle Jackson. Cheryle Jackson stole votes from Alexi Giannulias [sic]. I now you are only a GED drop-out, but please, don’t be so obvious with the mis-information [sic].

Not Signed Received Via Fax 2/5/10 -ImaIMA RESPONDS: Dear No Name: Thank you for noting that this column is indeed satire. However, Ima is somewhat confused that in all of your brilliant observation you ain’t understand we was also pulling your chain by saying the Lt. Governor’s mansion was in Peoria. It called it right-—its called ridicule, you know, saying that the job is so unimportant that the house ain’t even in the state’s capitol. So it would appear if anybody is ignorant it would be you and yo’ knock knee’d mama.

You can’t even spell. At least when we does it wrong we is trying to be funny, but you just can’t help your natural born self. You so dumb I bet you be askin’ people

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We hear Reverend Al Sharpton will not be in town to participate in Tavis Smiley’s Angry Ass Negro travelling road show on March 20 but he is preparing to hijack the event by stuffing the audience with several hundred of his supporters. Folks in the back of the Dating Game been saying they heard some folk are gearing up to show up to the televised antiObama fest and will grab the microphones and spout pro Sharp-

Al Sharpton ton, pro Obama statements as long as they can before campus security and Illinois State police haul them out the door of Chicago State.

-ImaSOUTH SUBURBAN SCANDAL Why should Chicago politicians have all de fun? We hear the FBI is hot on the trail of a south suburban mayor who has gotten very sloppy with his personal affairs and public money. Could all be rumor started by one of his arch enemies who has been trying to get that mayor seat for some time.

If it is true will his well tailored suits be replaced with an orange one? And since this fellow is known for bragging and flashing cash around could it be they got him on tape talkin’ to a wired up pol?

-ImaRECESSION MADNESS It is so easy to identify the high flautin’ people these days. They the ones got two cars booted in front of they house.

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2010 CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL VINTAGE POSTER FAI R: Come visit the 2010 Chicago International Vintage Poster Fair Friday, March 19th through Sunday March 21st at the Chicago Cultural Center, 77 E. Randolph. Over 25 international dealers with more than 10,000 original vintage posters for sale vetted by the IVPDA (International Vintage Poster Dealer Association) will be on hand. For more info visit http://www.posterfair.com/cgi-local/content.cgi?p=9 T H E CH I CA G O T H EA T RE MARQUEE TOUR: The Chicago Theater Marquee Tour takes place on Saturday, March 20, at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State Street.The tour encompasses historical and architectural highlights of the building, including the grand lobby areas, majestic auditorium and backstage space (when possible) where performers through the years, have left their autographs on the walls of dressing rooms and corridors. Guides will share with you the stories of the visionaries who opened The Chicago Theatre, whose influence on popular entertainment in Chicago is still recognized today. Tours also include the photo exhibit in The Chicago Theatre’s lower lobby, “Chicago: Three Centuries of Theatres.” More info at http://www.thechicagotheatre.com/tou/ I L L I N OI S OR C H I D S OC I ETY SPRING SHOW: Cascades of orchids welcome in the Vernal Equinox on Saturday and Sunday, March 20 and 21, as the Illinois Orchid Society presents its annual spring show at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Orchid vendors from throughout the United States and as far south as Ecuador and Columbia vie for “best of class” ribbons in twentytwo different orchid classes. Vendors and orchid society members display rare species and cultivated hybrids in colorful floor and tabletop exhibits based on the show’s theme Cascades of Orchids. Orchids will be on display throughout the Garden’s exhibit halls and Greenhouse Galleries.

Hours are 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday, March 20 and Sunday, March 21. Photographers are welcome between 9 am and 10 am on Sunday. Admission to the show and to the Garden is free.

Parking is $20; free for Garden members. Chicago Botanic Garden is located at 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL. For more information about the Chicago Botanic Garden’s programs and events, call 847- 835-5440 or visit http://www.chicagobotanic.org.

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Saturday, March 20, 9 am to 3 pm, at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, explore the hidden and mysterious realm of insects!

Participate in hands-on activities, tour Museum exhibitions, and get up close and personal with this fascinating group of animals. They’ll discuss adaptations, life cycles, collecting, and keeping insects in the classroom.

The cost is $50, registration preferred, $60 at door. The Museum is located at the intersection of Fullerton Parkway and Cannon Drive in Lincoln Park. For more information, e-mail teacherprograms@ naturemuseum.org.

MOUNT CARMEL MOTHERS’ CLUB PRESENTS ANNUAL FASHI ON SHOW FUNDRAISER: Step out in style with the Mount Carmel Mothers’ Club as they present “Uptown Girl” the annual fashion show and luncheon fundraiser set for Sunday, March 21, at Georgio’s Banquets, 8800 West 159th Street, Orland Park, Illinois. Guests will be treated to the sounds of Mount Carmel student band, Browntown as they enjoy cocktails and a chance to purchase raffle tickets beginning at noon. Luncheon begins at 1 pm. After lunch, guests will get ready for spring as they view the new fashions and styles of Coldwater Creek of Orland Park, My Sister and Me of Frankfort, Lili of Trieste of Hickory Hills, That Girl Boutique in Worth, Chico’s of Burr Ridge, Kluger Furs of Flossmoor, Boss Formalwear of Evergreen Park and Dunhill Tuxedo of Northwest Indiana.

The Mothers’ Club is a longstanding part of the Mount Carmel High School community and the fashion show is the largest fundraiser presented by the Mothers’ Club. All proceeds benefit Mount Carmel High School, a Catholic all-boys high school in Chicago. Tickets are $60 per person including preluncheon cocktail hour and luncheon as well as fashion show.

For more information or tickets, contact, Cindy Panayotovich via email cindy4950@comcast.com or call 708-448-2288 to purchase tickets.

AUDITORIUM THEATRE TOUR: On Thursday, March 25, tour the magnificent Auditorium Theatre and marvel at the art and architecture of Dankmar Adler and Louis Sullivan. The Auditorium Theatre is located at 50 E. Congress Parkway, Chicago. Tours are available Mondays at 10:30 am and 12 noon and Thursdays at 10:30 am. Tour tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased beginning 30 minutes prior to the tour at the Auditorium Theatre Box Office

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and in advance at Ticketmaster.

Additional times for group tours (20+) are available by appointment.

To schedule a group tour of the Auditorium Theatre, please call 312431-2389 ext 0. More info at http://www.auditoriumtheatre.orgwb/pages/home/education/historictheatretours.php

GSU SPONSORS CRIMINAL JUSTICE CAREER FAIR: The

Office of Career Services at Governors State University is sponsoring a career fair featuring employers in the field of criminal justice. Current students, alumni, and community members interested in finding employment in law enforcement, the criminal justice system, and related fields are encouraged to attend. Potential employers will be on hand from both public and private sectors. The Criminal

Justice Career Fair is on Thursday, March 25, from 3 pm to 6:30 pm, in the Hall of Governors at Governors State University. While the Criminal Justice Career Fair is free and open to the public, employers who wish to participate must register and pay a registration fee. GSU is located at 1 University Parkway, University Park, Illinois. For more information about the Career Fair, call 708-235-3974.

ONE-ON-ONE consultations with Color Experts will show women how to use makeup and c o l o r s t o a c c e s so r i z e t h e i r e v e r y d a y l oo k . E v e r y c on s u m e r w i l l w a l k a w a y w i t h a B a c k st a g e Beauty look Book containing a personalized color consultation face map with makeup tips, runway trends, and coupons for discounts on their must-have Maybelline New York products.

The Color Studio will be stopping at Walgreens on Friday, April 2, 2:00pm-8:00pm at 641 N. Clark Street and on Saturday, April 3, 11am-5:00pm at 757 N. Michigan. For more information on the event happenings go to http://www.maybelline.com/backstage/colorstudio_tour

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As the baby boomers age, look for more older drivers on the roads: in the next 15 to 20 years, one in four drivers will be 65 or older. But older drivers tend to be good drivers. experts say. ***

In response to concerns about older drivers. some states have special provisions for vision and driving tests. In-person license renewal is the most effective way to spot those with a greater crash risk, The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports.

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Choose a safe car, drive safelyand carry adequate auto insurance. See the know-how people 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.

*** In 1995, federal laws mandating a 55-mph speed limit on interstate highways were repealed.

In the next decade, there were an estimated. 12,500 extra deaths on the road.

Call Community Insurance Center, Inc. to see how much your savings could be – in the first year alone when you switch to the AARP Auto Insurance Program from the Hartford.

*** Auto crash ratings are relative, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety notes. While many small cars rate highly for head-on collisions against fixed barriers, the results are quite different when minicars are crash-tested against midsize cars.

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Sustainability for businesses focus of Moraine Valley Green Forum Employers in the restaurant, hotel, hospitality/tourism, and entertainment industries, as well as other businesses, can learn how to stop wasting money and save energy through the newest trends in sustainability at the third annual Green Forum hosted by Moraine Valley Community College and the Economic Development Council for the Southwest Suburbs. The event will be on Wednesday, April 14, from 8 a.m. to noon, in the Moraine Business and Conference Center (Building M), on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills.

Tickets are $35 per person. The exhibitor’s fee is $165, which includes breakfast for two people and a skirted six-foot table. The program will feature a panel discussion and an exhibitor’s forum. This event is co-sponsored by Moraine Valley’s Workforce Development and Community Services area, the SouthtownStar, Chicago Southland Tourism Bureau, Smart Energy Design Assistance Center, Rose Paving, and Waste Management.

The theme of this year’s forum will be energy savings to enhance the bottom line and reduce the environmental footprint. The panel of experts will discuss what actions can be taken and how they can be financed, and will provide exam-

ples of successful endeavors. Exhibitors will showcase products relevant to green energy savings.

The panelists are Deborah Popely, associate director of the Delta Institute, who will give an overview of the forces driving the green hospitality and travel movement and how energy considerations fit into environmental standards being developed for the field; Don Fournier, program manager of the Illinois Smart Energy Design Assistance Center, who will discuss how efficiency enhances the bottom line while reducing the environmental footprint; Steven Babb, manager of Business Programs at ComEd, and Kim Dupery, senior funding manager at the Illinois Development Finance Authority, both will discuss their incentive programs; Jonathan Bartlett, general manager of Hotel Monoco, and Joe Terrell, owner of Denny’s restaurant in Joliet, will conclude the program with their “stop wasting money, save energy” success stories.

For more information on sponsorship, being an exhibitor, or registration, contact Moraine Valley’s Workforce Development and Community Services area at (708) 974-5735 or visit wdcs@moraine valley.edu.

BUSINESS

THE NIELSEN COMPANY, the world’s leading marketing research company, recently hosted a Community Reception. Overlooking the city at The Metropolitan Club in Willis Tower, the company entertained more than 100 leaders from business, political and non-profit organizations and shared Nielsen’s local and national community outreach successes. The company also u n v e i l e d i t s n e w m u l t i - c u l t u r a l p r i n t a d s a s p a r t o f i t s 20 1 0 “ Y o u M a t t e r ” A d v e r t i s i n g Campaign, which emphasizes four areas of measurement services the company provides: consumer, online, mobile and its well known media offerings. The ads were created by three multicultura l ad ve rtisi ng agencies: Los Ange les based PanCom Internati onal, The Phelps Group ( f or m e r l y A n i t a S a n t i a g o A d v e r t i s i n g ) a n d C h i c a g o - b a se d B e a m a n I n c . , t h e l e a d a g e n c y of Nielsen’s account. The campaign is set to rollout this month in targeted local and national publications. Pictured (left to right): Members of Beaman Incorporated’s account team -- Dana Gleeson, Meghan Hayes, president Robin Beaman and Zeline Bates.

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Terrell will talk about his amazAbout Mather LifeWays ing careers in boxing, business, Based in Evanston, Illinois, and music. He will reveal the Mather LifeWays enhances the “truth” about his famous fight lives of older adults by creating with Muhammad Ali and discuss Ways to Age Well.SM Through some of the other great fighters Mather LifeWays Community he encountered in the ring. His Initiatives, including Mather‘s— story after boxing is almost as More Than a Café locations, compelling, including his musi- Mather Edgewater, and Info Plus, cal career with the “Knockouts,” neighborhoods become better and his sister, Jean, who replaced places for older adults to live, Diana Ross with the Supremes in work, learn, contribute, and play. the 1970s.

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EDUCATION

College-Bound: Urban Prep announces 100 percent of first graduating class accepted to a four-year college or university Students have received more than $2.2 million in scholarships and grants to date The students at Urban Prep Academies, the nation’s first allboys public charter high school and comprised entirely of African-American males, have achieved what some thought would be impossible – 100 percent of its first senior class has been accepted to college.

In an all-school assembly Friday morning, Urban Prep founder and CEO Tim King announced to the students that they reached their 100 percent goal. Mayor Richard M. Daley, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Chief Execu-

needed to succeed in college.

Congratulations to Urban Prep’s senior class for meeting their goal of 100 percent of students being accepted to college.”

Seniors, dressed in their uniform of black blazers and khaki pants, exchanged their red ties for a special red and gold striped version as they received college acceptance letters over the last few months. At the ceremony, the seniors most recently admitted to college were presented with their new red and gold striped ties.

“When these students entered Urban Prep as freshmen in 2006, only four percent were reading at grade level, and according to the

THE URBAN PREP senior class with Mayor Daley, Ron Huberman and Urban Prep CEO Tim King.

King, and the faculty and staff that he and other local leaders have assembled.”

More than 500 Urban Prep junior, sophomore and freshmen students from the Englewood campus, as well as some students from the East Garfield Park campus, attended the assembly to cheer on their peers.

“I applaud them for their dedication, and I congratulate them on this outstanding achievement,” said Senator Burris. “But, most of all, this is a testimony to the students of Englewood - and all the other communities in Chicago – who broke the cycle and proved that they do have the talent, the skill and the drive to

RON HUBERMAN, the CEO of Chicago Public Schools, addressing the Urban Prep students. tive Officer Ron Huberman and Alderman Willie Cochran (Ward-20) congratulated the 107 seniors on their achievement and encouraged them to continue to succeed through college and beyond.

“A successful global city must have a strong education system designed to provide students with high-quality education that prepares them to succeed in the future,” said Mayor Richard M. Daley. “Urban Prep is an example of public education that works.

The school’s curriculum engages students to learn and, as a result, students graduate with the tools

statistics, they faced low graduation rates and even lower college acceptance levels. But, at Urban Prep “We Believe” that all our students are college bound and never doubted this day would come. We are so proud to announce that all students in our first senior class have been accepted to a four-year college or university, ” said Tim King, founder and CEO of Urban Prep Academies.

In a statement from Senator Roland Burris’ office the senator said, “The extraordinary success story of Urban Prep Academy is a testament to the vision of Tim

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MAYOR DALEY ADDRESSES the students, standing in front of Urban Prep CEO, Tim King, saying “You can be anything you want to be.”

succeed. Let us reaffirm our priorities for the young people of today, and help make sure every one of them has the chance to get the education they deserve.”

Last year, the Mayor’s office announced that the average college acceptance rate for Chicago Public Schools was 52.5 percent and the CPS Office of Research, Evaluation and Accountability reports that the average graduation rate for Black males in Chicago Public Schools is 41.3 percent. To date, more than 70 schools have admitted Urban Prep seniors, including Connecticut College, Denison College, Howard University, Morehouse College, Northwestern University, Rutgers University, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Urban Prep students take a rigorous college prep curriculum, including required double periods of English, spend about 72,000 more minutes in class over four years than traditional (Continued on page 15)

URBAN PREP SENIORS react to the news that their prom will be free as a reward for everyone being accepted in to college.

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2nd Annual United Way Coat Drive wraps up Southland children in warmth Marching to the beat of a different drummer an end of the season effort to raise awareness about helping others and increasing their volunteer base has accomplished a major goal. Southland children received over 100 new winter coats in spectacular colors and a wide variety of sizes at SouthSouthwest Suburban United Way’s 2nd Annual Children’s Coat Drive. Most of the coats were generously donated by a local clothing retailer that wishes to remain anonymous. However, employees from the Bank of America branch on 167th Street in Country Club Hills also donated some coats to the cause.

This year’s children’s coat drive was held at the Kids Health Club in Lincoln Mall. Vernard Alsberry, United Way Board President and owner of the Kids Health Club had this to say, “We were very happy to host such a great cause! It’s important to keep our children warm during these cold winter months. The event also gave us the opportunity to showcase the Kids Health Club; we are aggressively promoting health and wellness for children to counter our culture’s growing youth obesity problem.”

South-Southwest Suburban United Way reached out to its nearly 60 partner agencies, the

THREE-YEAR-OLD Keyshon Jaudin poses with his new coat donated by Charming Shoppes.

MURRAY HELFER (from left), Vernard Alsberry, Restoration Ministries’ Ray Banks and Sal Vittorio, and James Washington show off the 20 coats donated to Restoration Ministries. faith-based community, local py and relieved to get new, warm greatest needs,” says James Washschool districts and child care cen- winter jackets! United Way filled ington III, Chief Professional Ofters to identify and refer children a big need for our children.” ficer. and families in need of coats.

“Meeting the needs of individuRestoration Ministries, a United als and families in the Southland Persons looking for ways to give Way partner agency, was able to region is what South-Southwest back can join United Way’s Southsecure 20 winter coats for children Suburban United Way is all about. land Lend a Hand Project, a cominvolved in their after-school pro- And nurturing our youth is piv- munity service initiative that will gram and children in transitional otal to that process. In the after- connect caring people to a wide housing with their families. math of our nation’s economic re- variety of volunteer activities that “Restoration Ministries is grate- cession, many families in the will enhance our communities ful for our partnership with Unit- Southland are still living in crisis. and advance the common good. ed Way,” Ray Banks, their Execu- United Way will continue to build Please contact Rachel Hoge at tive Director lauded, “Boys and bridges across communities and (708) 371-1328 or rhoge@uwgirls in our programs were so hap- invest resources into the areas of mc.org for more information.

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ENTERTAINMENT

By Raymond Ward GOLD SOUL MUSIC: The 60s and 70s rhythm and blues songs of The Four Tops, Otis Redding and The Supreme’s, among others, became a global phenomenon and has inspired a new generation of artists who are reviving the classic soul sound. Now, Puntunmayo’s newest release, “RHYTHM & BLUES,” features first generation soul legends and rising stars of the retro R&B revival.

Reaching mainstream popularity in the 1950s, rhythm and blues sprung from the rugged roots of blues and gospel music, pairing soulful vocals with pop sensibilities.

While in recent years R&B has become more closely associated with rap and hip hop legends and young artists are recreating the sound and mood of the genre’s glory days.

New Orleans is the birthplace of R&B and on Rhythm & Blues Crescent City legends Snooks Eaglin, Irma Thomas and Rockie Charles join other first generation soul artists Lavelle White, The Emotions and Sam Moore (of the classic soul duo Sam & Dave). Moore unites generations in a collaboration with Keb’ Mo’ and Angie Stone on the Willie DixonOtis Redding penned, Howlin’ Wo lf/Koko Taylor classic, “Wang Dang Doodle,” a track produced by “American Idol’s” Randy Jackson.

Rhythm & Blues features songs by other contemporary artists including British musician James Hunter, who blends intricate guitar licks with an Otis Redding-like wail on “Til Your Fool Comes Home.”

On “100 Days,100 Nights,” Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings deliver a deeply stirring performance that reflects the pain of the lyrics. The Quantic Soul Orchestra mixes rhythm and blues with elements of reggae and Latin jazz in their cover version of the Marion Black classic, “Who Knows.” Jazz and blues vocalist Catherine Russell and New York collective Cracked Ice round out this collection of rhythm and blues that is “guaranteed to make you feel good.”

Rhythm & Blues is now available at your favorite record store or wherever you purchase your music.

SUMMER FUN: Highland Park’s, Ravinia Festival, has announced it’s line-up for the 2010 season and there’s something for everyone!

Here’s just a few of the top-rate acts coming to one of the most popular music festivals in the country.

On June 6th, Earth, Wind & Fire stops by followed by The Dave Brubeck Quartet and Nancy Wilson with The Ramsey Lewis Trio on June 18th. The next night (June 19th) blues legend Buddy Guy turns up with special guests JJ Grey & Mofro.

Grammy Award-winner Sting joins with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra for two nights, July 17th and July 18th, and The Four Tops team-up with The Temptations on August 8th. It will be a jazz filled night on August 19th when George Benson joins Lee Riteno ur and Dave Grushin, and ‘American Idol’s” Carrie Underwood makes an appearance on August 29th, followed by Nelly Furtado on September 3rd.

For a complete listing of performers and dates please visit, www.ravinia.org SOME BULL S&%$#@*!: Why is it in this day and age, when an employee is “let go” from a job or position they want to run right out and write a “tell-all” book”? Well, last Sunday morning, I was “channelsurfing” and came across a “news/talk show” I had NEVER seen entitled “Perspectives” on UPN which is hosted by Monique Carradine Kitchens. The guest on this show was Zondra Hughes who is the “author” of a book titled, “Living The Ebony Life: E-Mails From The Plantation.”

Ms. Hughes is a former employee of Ebony Magazine who was “let go” and is now making all sorts of accusations about the company she formerly worked for. Pay attention....here’s where it gets good! ( Although I missed the first half of the program, this is what I gathered) Ms. Hughes claims that her book “shares” copies of internal emails that were sent to Ebony & Jet staffers by “The Man” which 12

Saturday, March 20, 2010

ENTERTAINMENT: CHICAGO STYLE

By Elaine Hegwood Bowen, MSJ

Our Family Wedding

LANCE GROSS, AMERICA Ferrera, Regina King, Forest Whitaker and Carlos Mencia in "Our Family Wedding."

Our Family Wedding is such a refreshing movie about race relations, even though it’s wrapped around the romance and pending wedding of a Latina and an African-American male. Sort of in the tradition of Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, but without the deep political speeches made by the late Spencer Tracy and the esteemed veteran Oscar-winning actor Sidney Poitier.

Previous Oscar winner Forest Whitaker joins a zany cast that includes America Ferrara, who plays Lucia Ramirez, Carlos Mencia, who plays Miguel Ramirez, Lance Gross, who plays Marcus, and Regina King. And to watch Whitaker play a lighthearted role—a talk show host playboy named Brad Boyd at that—was great! Just watching him in his home that looked as if it came straight out of a Dania catalogue,

his fly wardrobe and superfly sports cars, as well as a leaner body, took my breath away.

The movie begins with Brad’s car being towed away by Miguel, who owns a towing company. There’s friction at this first meeting, because Brad holds on for dear life, while Miguel is driving his car away.

There’s also some cultural friction, with both men—who are egoistical bullheads—exchanging a few choice words, playing off of each others ethnicity. Fast forward a couple of days, and we have the daughter whom Miguel is expecting to come home from college and the young man that she brings along just happening to be Brad’s son.

King plays Angela, a good friend of Brad and his son, who’s been with Brad through thick and thin, after Brad and Marcus’ mother di-

caused her tenure at Johnson Publising Company to be a “living hell!”

She also claims that “light-skinned” Black employees were treated better than dark-skinned employees, ....writers and editors were NOT allowed to use the Internet.....when a staffer wrote a very good article, the byline was removed and the staffer did not get credit for the piece...... and there was assigned seating in the cafeteria.

BULL S&^%@#$! I have at least a dozen very good friends who are “dark-skinned” and have worked at Johnson Publishing Company for decades and risen thru the ranks because they were qualified....every article I can remember reading in Ebony always carried a byline......and the employees I know also use the Internet on a regular basis!. Plus, I’ve been to lunch in the JPC cafeteria more times than I can count and I have never seen any indication of assigned seating.

“Me thinks” Ms. Hughes is just a “hater”( and if you could have seen her hair weave which looked like a combination of straw and hay you could understand why!)....and don’t get me started on Monique Carradine Kitchens. Girlfriend, who died and appointed you the next Oprah Winfrey/Carole Simpson/Janet Langhart? I don’t even know why you would waste good air time having this woman on your show to promote this BULLSHYT book, although I don’t think any amount of interviews or talk show appearances are going to help the book’s sales since it was listed at ....drum roll please.....#100,562 on the Amazon Best Seller List at time I’m writing this.

Yes, that’s right, there are more than ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND books which are outselling this one on a daily basis!

Girl, go somewhere, sit down and stop being a HATER! Especially since you stated you are so very happy these days running that “magapaper,” you now work for. Also, stop by Dudley’s Beauty School and let one of their students do something to your head, cause you look a HOT MESS! BLACKS MUST CONTROL THEIR OWN COMMUNITY

vorced. Diana-Maria Riva plays Miguel’s wife, Sonia, and Lupe Ontiveros plays his mother.

After a first frosty dinner meeting between the families, it’s decided that the couple will marry, but only if both families have influence on the ceremony. So it gets to be the couple’s marriage, but the families’ wedding.

This decision doesn’t come lightly, as most of family members don’t agree with the interracial marriage but know that there little they can do about it. The next couple of weeks unfold with Brad and Miguel trying to get along, well that’s as long as Miguel arranges to return Brad’s sports car. Both men have gigantic personalities but try to get along for the sake of Marcus and Lucia.

The two families not only learn more about the couple, but they individually learn more about themselves, also. A problem exists between Lucia and Marcus, because he doesn’t think she stands up for him as she should; since he’s finished medical school and is going to Laos to work with Doctors Without Borders. Lucia has her father believing that she’s still in law school, but she quit and is a volunteer teaching immigrants. One scene between the two dads and the couple is enough to cause a rift, with the couple calling off the wedding for a while.

Sonia, the mother, figures out finally that the day isn’t about her, as she pleads with Miguel to see her as sexy as she was when they first married, just as he sees the vintage cars that he now restore.

Angela is the peacemaker, but in the end all she wants is for Brad to see that they, in fact, have stronger feelings for one another than just friendship.

Just how much salsa or soul should be at the wedding is anyone’s guess, but the cast members finally figure it out to make Our Family Wedding a nice family movie.

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ENTERTAINMENT “Big Girls Do Cry”

By Carl Weber c.2010, Kensington Dafina $24.00 / $29.45 Canada 330 pages You should never have eaten that last slice of cake.

Once you got the shirt home, the color looked awful on you.

Yes, those pants make you look fat. Oh, if only you had chosen the cruise instead of the dude ranch! Dating that geeky guy from the office seemed like a good idea at the time. You wish you had listened to your instincts.

Throughout your life, you’ve had a thousand regrets. But, as you’ll see in the new novel “Big Girls Do Cry” by Carl Weber, things could be worse. You’ve never asked your sister to carry your baby.

Ever since Egypt married Rashad, all she wanted was to be a mommy. They had talked about a family for months and they tried and tried, but it wasn’t until

the miscarriage that Egypt found out she couldn’t carry a baby.

Rashad made sure she had everything – a magnificent Virginia mansion, clothes, romantic trips – and Egypt couldn’t give him the one thing he asked her for.

But the solution to her problem was down the hall from their bedroom. Isis, Egypt’s sister, had moved to Richmond to get away from the married man she was in love with, back in Queens. Tony wouldn’t leave his wife, so when Egypt asked Isis to be a surrogate for her and Rashad, Isis knew it was the answer to her dreams.

Years before, Rashad had been Isis’ man but then Tony came into the picture. Isis gave Rashad up to be with Tony, and Rashad let Egypt heal his broken heart.

As Isis saw it, she would get Rashad back if she gave him a son, or she would end up with Tony because of his jealousy.

It was a win-win situation for her, no matter how you cut it.

On the other side of town, Lorraine, Egypt’s boss, was heartsick.

Chicago Playwright Brings Hip-Hop To Life... Broadway Style Hip-Hop is taking the theater world by storm and Chicago is leading the revolution. Theori Stages Inc. has introduced Chicago to a whole new world of Theater and the world is taking notice. Regarded by the Chicago Redeye as “M.C. Masterpiece Theater,” “I Still Love H.E.R. (atributetohiphop)” is quickly becoming one of the hottest tickets in Chicago. Written and Di-

Wendell Tucker rected by Chicagoan and former CHA Resident Wendell J. Tucker, “I Still Love H.E.R.” has taken the grittiness of Hip-Hop and combined it with the grace and spectacle of Broadway-style Theater to create a unique experience that has audiences raving.

Since its opening night in January 2009, the underground sensation, “I Still Love H.E.R.” has exploded into a mainstream powerhouse, generating stellar reviews and sold-out performances.

Written by Chicagoan and Chicago State University alumThe Chicago Crusader

nus, Wendell Tucker, and choreographed by Columbia College Dance Major Jeremy Noah (cousin of the Chicago Bulls’ Joakim Noah), this sociological musical takes the audience on an insightful tour down memory lane, while taking time to examine conditions and events that gave birth to the cultural phenomena known as Hip-Hop. “I Still Love H.E.R.” centers on the venerable Love 1, a revered Chicago on-air personality, who’s angst about the current state of Hip-Hop has caused him to retire and dedicate his final broadcast to Hip-Hop as a memorial. In the midst of his farewell show, HipHop, personified, arrives to tell her story “the way it really is.”

Through the dialogue that follows, Love 1 and his listeners are told the story of Hip-Hop through her own words. Social issues such as feminism, parenting, racism, capitalist media domination and violence in the Hip-Hop community are examined throughout the show, with relevant HipHop classics as the backdrop. By the end of his broadcast, Love 1 reconciles his love affair with his culture and realizes that he must “always take time to listen to the soundtrack of his life.” “‘I Still Love H.E.R.’ is an important step towards the healing of an ailing generation,” said Tucker, who also directed the show. “Although this modern tale of cultural pride is definitely (Continued on page 15)

As if it wasn’t bad enough that her husband, Leon, was lousy in bed, he was lousy in bed with another woman. Leon denied stepping out on her, but there was no other explanation for the plus-size panties Lorraine discovered all over the house.

Thank goodness for Jerome.

Long ago – before he came out of the closet and admitted he was gay – he and Lorraine had been lovers. Now they were best friends and Lorraine knew she could rely on him. Jerome knew exactly what to do with a cheating snake like Leon…

Sexy, snarky, and sinfully delicious, “Big Girls Do Cry” is one of those novels that makes you scream out loud because the story’s so good and the plotline, so twisty. Author Carl Weber gives his characters traits you’ll love to hate, and it’s easy to get caught up in their scheming, steaming lives.

Once I started this book, I was in trouble: it was hard to do anything else but read.

Perfect for vacation – whether away or in your mind – “Big Girls Do Cry” is trashy, flashy fun. Pick it up and save it for the beach. Reading it will be something you won’t regret.

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WORLD OF MUSIC

By Dr. Barbara Wright-Pryor

Morgan State University Choir in concert at St. James AME Church The Morgan State (Baltimore, MD) University Choir will be presented in concert Saturday, March 27 at 5:00 PM at the St. James AME Church, 9250 S. Lafayette Ave., Chicago. Donation is $25 for adults; $10 dollars for students/children.

The choir, currently on its Midwest Spring Tour, comes to Chicago following performances in Brooklyn, NY; Cleveland, OH and Detroit, MI. After its Chicago appearance famed choir will travel on to Kalamazoo, Michigan’s Bible Baptist Church for the final concert in its Spring Series.

Morgan State is an Historically Black College/University (HBCU).

Eric Conway is currently the Director of the Morgan State University Choir as well as Chairperson of the Fine Arts Department. He served as Associate Conductor and principal accompanist for the Morgan State University Choir for the past twenty years under the leadership of the late Nathan Carter. Under his leadership the Choir has performed with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra; in Washington DC’s Kennedy Center; New York’s Carnegie Hall. On

February 5, 6, 2010 the Choir performed with the Baltimore Symphony at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in a concert version of George Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess,” and on May 26-29, 2010 it will appear

jored in Piano Performance and minored in Conducting. While at the Peabody, Conway was a recipient of the prestigious Liberace Scholarship, as well as a winner in the Yale Gordon Concerto Com-

The Morgan State University Choir with Kathleen Battle and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra conducted by Marin Alsop.

Dr. Conway received his Doctor of Musical Arts Degree from the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University where he ma-

petition where earned the honor of playing Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto with the Peabody Symphony Orchestra.

The Morgan State University concert choir gained international

Ravinia Festival announces its 2010 Season Boasting the most varied season ever, the Ravinia Festival will have “something for everyone” and celebrate musical milestones in 2010.

The Ravinia lineup emphasizes variety with more festival debuts than ever; expanded dining options; and the increased use of Bennett • Gordon Hall to offer two or more concert choices on a single night.

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra residency will celebrate musical milestones, including the 60th birthday of Ravinia Music Director James Conlon, the 70th birthday of Christoph Eschenbach, the 80th of Stephen Sondheim and major anniversaries of Mahler, Chopin, Schumann, Barber, Bernstein and Copland.

The100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution and 200 years of Mexico’s independence will be celebrated with performances by Delfos Danza Contemporánea; Concert Dance, Inc.; Ballet Folklórico de México; Jorge Federico Osorio; and Rodrigo y Gabriela.

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fame under the direction of Nathan Carter who was its conductor from 1970 until his death in 2004. Carter, a native of Selma, Alabama, was a graduate of the Hampton Institute, the Juilliard

Patti LuPone Fifty performers/groups will make Ravinia debuts in 2010 including Sting, Dave Grusin, Steve Martin with the Steep Canyon Rangers, tenor John Treleaven, The Moody Blues, David Shifrin, The Knights, Train, Earth Wind & Fire, Nelly Furtado and The Swell Season.

Returning favorites include Carrie Underwood, Sheryl Crow, Joshua Bell, Renée Fleming, Bobby McFerrin, Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club, Pinchas Zukerman, Backstreet Boys, Denis Matsuev, Kelli O’Hara and Dave Brubeck and Nancy Wilson with the Ramsey Lewis Trio The Martin Theatre offerings include Midori, Kiri Te Kanawa, Matthias Goerne and, performing with the CSO, Frederica von Stade in “Cosí fan tutte” and Nathan Gunn in “The Marriage of Figaro.”

Patti LuPone takes on a third Merman role with “Annie Get Your Gun,” co-starring Brian Stokes Mitchell, with the CSO. TheWomen’s Board Gala will re-

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unite LuPone, Audra McDonald, George Hearn and Michael Cerveris, reprising hits from Ravinia’s acclaimed Sondheim productions.

REACH*TEACH*PLAY education plans include a new student orchestra at Hibbard Elementary School and the selection of Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition” for One Score, One Chicago 2010.

Four Chicago Symphony Orchestra Pavilion concerts will be priced at $25. There will be specially priced concert/dinner/parking packages, and $10 concerts in

School of Music (with honors), and the Peabody Conservatory of Music. He served as Morgan State University’s Chairperson of the Department of Fine Arts, Director of the Performing Art Series, in addition to directing the famed Choir.

CSO Preview of Coming Attractions Yo-Yo Ma & Kathryn Stott / Bank of America Great Performers Series: Chamber Music — One of the most celebrated classical artists today and a frequent, beloved guest in Orchestra Hall, Yo-Yo Ma presents a unique recital on Wednesday, March 24, at 8 p.m., in collaboration with pianist Kathryn Stott. Ma’s program includes sonatas by Franck, Schubert and Shostakovich; Piazzolla’s Le Grand Tango; and Egberto Gismonti’s Bodas de Prata and Geraldo Carneiro’s Quatro Cantos.

Tickets are $64-$176 ********

James Conlon Bennett • Gordon Hall; free parking options for every concert; and value-added additions such as contests, talks and Steans Institute performances. A new Ravinia iPhone app, available at iTunes, will feature a tool to help friends locate each other on the lawn.

The season, featuring 117 separate events, runs from June 3 through September 7. For information, call 847-266-5100 or visit ravinia.or

Nathan Carter was frequently engaged as guest conductor, lecturer, adjudicator and clinician throughout the United States, including Harvard University, University of Utah, University of Connecticut, He had appeared as lecturer with Eva Jessye at the Cleveland Orchestra’s Community Music Project, and as guest conductor with the Detroit Symphony and the Philadelphia Orchestra, performing his own orchestral/ choral arrangements. Among the many citations and honors he received were the Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of Negro Musicians (NANM, Inc.) for his outstanding contributions as a performer of works by Black composers; and the 1999 National Award from the National Association for the Study and Performance of AfricanAmerican Music (NASPAAM)

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra with Vladimir Jurowski & Peter Serkin — Russian conducting sensation Vladimir Jurowski, music director of the Glyndebourne Opera, principal conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra and principal guest conductor of the Russian National Orchestra, makes his CSO debut on March 25, 27 and 30. Jurowski leads the Orchestra in an allRussian program: Rachmaninov’s The Isle of the Dead (which also is the focus of Beyond the Score on March 26 and 28), Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 4 and Stravinsky’s Concerto for Piano and Wind Instruments with pianist Peter

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Serkin. Tickets: $18-$199 ******** Beyond the Score: “Rite of Passage?” — The CSO’s critically acclaimed discovery series Beyond the Score continues with Rachmaninov’s symphonic poem The Isle of the Dead. This program on March 26 and 28, featuring the absorbing narration of Creative Director Gerard McBurney, explores the fascinating story of how the composer was inspired

by Swiss symbolist artist Arnold Böcklin’s paintings of an imaginary island. Although Böcklin left his paintings open to interpretation, Rachmaninov chose to invoke the ancient Greek stories of Charon, ferrier of souls of the dead across the river Styx; the composer dramatically captures the movement of the boat and the rhythm of the water and derives much of his music from the Roman Catholic “Dies irae,” a sequence about the Last Judgment.

Vladimir Jurowski conducts the Orchestra in excerpts during the investigative first half of the program, followed by a complete performance of the work after intermission.

Tickets: $22-$120 For information or tickets Symphony Center events, call 312294-3000 or visit cso.org. ******** The Chicago Crusader

Tea Party, Coffee Party: . . .

(Cont’d from page 6) posse doesn’t matter, the point is that there is a necessity to mobilize to achieve the ends people are talking about.

A Black party could enable the discussion about accountability to focus on the cabinet agencies where the Federal budget exist to achieve some of the things needed by the black community. Some of the specific programs being rolled out around jobs and a new focus on home foreclosure and etc. look good, but others such as “race to the top” as an educational program looks questionable to me – and the issue is that few of these programs across the board have been developed with the vigorous input and engagement of those for whom

the programs are supposed to be designed.

A Black party could also monitor and engage local initiatives more effectively.

Where the rubber meets the road is in the local communities and there, mayors, county officials, state legislators and others presumably have some idea of what it takes to make black communities whole, what resources are addressed to that task and what is lacking. A mobilized force could assist in this task of projecting community needs and monitoring whether or to what extent they are met.

What I am suggesting has been happening to some extent with the vigilance of our Civil Rights organizations, the Institute of the Black World 21st Century and the

action of progressive black officials at the national, state and local levels.

However, there should be a greater role for citizen engagement and a Black party mechanism could be the key.

What we are witnessing is the rush of media attention to these movements, a dynamic that gives them power and places our interests farther and farther into the background. Mobilizing would give us the power to regain the footing to address the truth of our condition.

Dr. Ron Walters is a Political Analysts and Professor Emeritus of the University of Maryland College Park. His latest book is: The Price of Racial Reconciliation (University of Michigan Press). rwalters@umd.edu

College-Bound: Urban Prep . . .

(Continued from page 10) founded in 2002 by a group of African-American education, business and civic leaders, led by Tim King, who wanted to improve the educational opportunities available to urban boys. In 2005, this nonprofit organization was approved under Chicago’s Renaissance 2010 initiative to open Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men—Englewood CamAbout Urban Prep pus. Urban Prep Charter Urban Prep Academies was Academy is the country’s

CPS schools, follow a strict code of conduct, and participate in a variety of activities focused on building the skills needed to succeed in college and beyond.

The first graduating class from Englewood will host commencement on June 12, 2010 at the UIC Forum.

first and the state of Illinois’ only charter public high school for boys. Since accepting its first class in the fall of 2006, Urban Prep has been recognized internationally for its success in improving the academic, social and emotional development of urban young men. Urban Prep opened an additional school in East Garfield Park in Fall 2009 and is set to open a third in South Shore in Fall 2010.

Chicago Playwright Brings . . . catered to the generation that actually grew up with Hip-Hop, age 25 and older, the positive messages will inspire young people, cause the older generation to think more about their effect on the youth and have anyone with even a casual affinity for Hip-Hop on their feet.”

(Continued from page 13) Through honest dialogue, critical cultural analysis and classic HipHop songs, the culture of Hip-Hop is examined and remedies for change are disclosed. Audience participation is highly encouraged during the show as the lively cast, which features area young people,

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encourages everyone to live the music they love. This is a must-see event for all interested in Hip-Hop and the development of today’s youth.

This year’s performances take place at 8 p.m., on Friday and Saturday nights at the Chicago Theater for the Performing Arts, 777 North Green Street. Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased at www.theoristages. com, at the theater box office, or by phone at 312-733-6000.

HELP WANTED

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION ONEWEST BANK, FSB, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO INDYMAC FEDERAL BANK, FSB, ASSIGNEE OF MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, FSB; Plaintiff, v s .

ATEF MOUSTAFA; MORTGAGE E L E C T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., UNDER MORTGAGE RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0625720038, 6655 SOUTH PERRY CONDOMINIUM NON BLACKS MUST CONTROLASSOCIATION; THEIR OWN COMMUNITY RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN TENANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS; Defendants, 09 CH 3572 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on November 30, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, March 29, 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:

TO INDYMAC FEDERAL BANK, FSB, ASSIGNEE OF MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC AS NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, FSB; Plaintiff, v s .

ATEF MOUSTAFA; MORTGAGE E L E C T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., UNDER MORTGAGE RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0625720038, 6655 SOUTH PERRY CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN TENANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS; Defendants, 09 CH 3572 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on November 30, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, March 29, 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. 20-21-218-048-1008.

Commonly known as 6655 Perry Avenue, Unit 2D, 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.

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PATRICIA MITCHELL, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 031760 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 19, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 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 5630 S. CARPENTER STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-17-210-033; 20-17-210-034 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 14-09-19922. 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.: 14-09-19922 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 031760 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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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 OF AN ORDER OF ENTRY IN ACCORDANCE POSSESSION, 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 14-09-27144. 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.: 14-09-27144 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 032803 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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HOUSES FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR HSI ASSET SECURITIZATION CORPORATION TRUST 2007-WF1 P l a i n t i f f , v .

ROBERT ELLIS JR, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 10087 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 28, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 30, 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 7543 SOUTH DANTE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-26-404-014-0000 The real estate is improved with a tan frame multi-unit 2 car 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 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: 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 PA0904091. 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.: PA0904091 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 10087 I253080

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MARK WRIGHT A/K/A MARK A. et al WRIGHT, D e f e n d a n t CH 032803 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 21, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 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 320 W. 58TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-209-018 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 the2010 foreclosure sale, other than a March 20, 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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP P l a i n t i f f , v .

ROGERS, et al TORRANCE D e f e n d a n t CH 032296 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 14, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation By: ___________________ will at 10:30 AM on April 23, 2010, at the (PublisherOne Representati The Judicial Sales Corporation, 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 547 W. 56TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-106-001 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 14-09-16693. 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.: 14-09-16693 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 032296 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS PARK PLACE SECURITIES INC., ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 5-WCW2; P l a i n t i f f , v s . ; SCOTT LYNCH; CITY OF CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SCOTT LYNCH, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 27097 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 21, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 20, 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. 20-21-302-017-0000.

Commonly known as 6749 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621.

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 W09-2170.

JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N Officer, (312) 444-1122 I253500 Selling IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY O N D I V I S I JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , f P l a i n t i f .

V RAYMOND WILLIAMS; UNKNOWN AND NON-RECORD OWNERS C L A I M A N T S , D e f e n d a n t s CH 8341 09 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-017864 (It is advised that interested parties consult their with own attorneys before bidding at mortgage sales.) foreclosure PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that to a Judgment of Foreclosure pursuant entered on October 15, 2009, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on April 26, 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 2454 East 74th Street, IL 60649 Chicago, Permanent Index No.: 21-30-110-040 and 2 1 - 3 0 - 1 1 0 - 0 4 9 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

The judgment amount was $ 107,979.93.

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 .

I252987 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA N.A. P l a i n t i f f , v .

ONEKA L. CONLEY A/K/A ONEKA CONLEY, et al D e f e n d a n t 08 CH 021965 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 19, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 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 7757 S. NORMAL AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-28-319-015 The real estate is 16 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,

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ONEKA L. CONLEY A/K/A ONEKA et al CONLEY, D e f e n d a n t CH 021965 08 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 19, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 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 7757 S. NORMAL AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-28-319-015 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 14-08-15826. 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.: 14-08-15826 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 08 CH 021965 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 that purpose. for I252555 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC., P l a i n t i f f , v .

TIFFANY N. SPICER, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 16381 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 19, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 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 7638 SOUTH PERRY AVE., Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-28-411-042-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $98,178.34. 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 the2010 unit Saturday, March 20, 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: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020 . Please refer to file

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: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020 . Please refer to file number 09-2222-11432. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No.: 09-2222-11432 Attorney Code. 4452 Case # 09 CH 16381 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 LOANS SERVICING, LP F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP P l a i n t i f f , v .

ELIJAH L. ARRINGTON, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 3075 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 15, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 19, 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 7151 SOUTH NORMAL BLVD, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-28-106-012-0000 The real estate is improved with a two-story, two-unit, brown brick apartment building with no 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 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 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). Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. IF 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 PA0832075. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No.: PA0832075 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 3075 I249626

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DISCOVER BANK, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 32598 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 6, 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 5930 SOUTH EGGLESTON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-305-033-0000 The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with no 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 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: 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 PA0820293. 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.: PA0820293 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 32598 I246130

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: 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 PA0902779. 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.: PA0902779 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 5750 I246239 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION COMMUNITY INITIATIVES, I N C . , P l a i n t i f f , v .

FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, et al D e f e n d a n t 06 CH 25028 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 27, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on March 30, 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 6218-20 S. MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-317-054-1001, 1002, 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007, 1008, 1009 AND 1011 The real estate is improved with a commercial property. The judgment amount was $123,949.13. 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: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020 . Please refer to file number 09-4400-24. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No.: 09-4400-24 Attorney Code. 4452 Case # 06 CH 25028 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 GREEN TREE SERVICING, L L C .

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LATOYNIA LEONARD, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 5750 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 6, 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 7006 SOUTH NORMAL BOULEVARD, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-21-326-019-0000 The real estate is improved with a brick two story with no 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 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 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK payment in full of the amount bid, the COUNTY, ILLINOIS purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale COUNTY DEPARTMENT that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to CHANCERY DIVISION the real estate after confirmation of the U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION sale The property will NOT be open for AS TRUSTEE, inspection and plaintiff makes no UNDER THE SECURITIZATION representation as to the condition of the SERVICING AGREEMENT property. Prospective bidders are DATED AS OF AUGUST 1, 2005 admonished to check the court file to verify STRUCTURED ASSET all information. If this property is a SECURITIES CORPORATION, condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit STRUCTURED ASSET at the foreclosure sale, other than a INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST mortgagee shall pay the assessments and MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH the legal fees required by The CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HE3 BLACKS MUST CONTROL THEIR OWN COMMUNITY Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS P l a i n t i f f , 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE v s .

MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU THOMAS MURPHY; FEDERAL ASSET HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN M A N A G E M E N T POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER CONSULTANTS, LTD; 5901 SOUTH ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF P R A I R I E POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; CITY WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE OF CHICAGO; ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE COMMUNITY INIATIVES INC. AKA CII, LAW. For information: Visit our website at A S http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. between the RECEIVER; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS; hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & UNKNOWN OWNERS ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, D e f e n d a n t s , CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 09 CH 2303 476-5500. Please refer to file number NOTICE OF SALE PA0902779. THE JUDICIAL SALES PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, UNDER THE SECURITIZATION SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF AUGUST 1, 2005 STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HE3 P l a i n t i f f , v s .

THOMAS MURPHY; FEDERAL ASSET M A N A G E M E N T CONSULTANTS, LTD; 5901 SOUTH P R A I R I E CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; CITY OF CHICAGO; COMMUNITY INIATIVES INC. AKA CII, A S RECEIVER; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 2303 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 29, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, March 30, 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. 20-15-304-001-0000 New Number Assigned: 20-15-304-038-1001.

Commonly known as 5901 South Prairie Avenue, #1W, Chicago, IL 60637.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence.

The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 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.

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INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I246840 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 .

SANDRA BROWN, et al D e f e n d a n t 08 CH 34257 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 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 409 EAST 62ND STREET UNIT 301, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-416-001-0000 The real estate is improved with a condo within high rise brown brick; no 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 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: 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 PA0822255. 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.: PA0822255 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 08 CH 34257 I254041

The Chicago Crusader

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 AUGUST 1, 2005 ASSET- BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-WHQ4 P l a i n t i f f , v .

FYLYNNE CRAWFORD, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 009602 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 4, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 6, 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 7032 EMERALD AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-21-321-030 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 14-09-06676. 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.: 14-09-06676 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 009602 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 U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, 2006-1 Plaintiff, v s .

ANGELIQUE ANDREWS CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 09 CH 13609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 21, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 6, 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. 20-21-307-027-0000.

Commonly known as 6836 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621.

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 Kara Findlay at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg & Rappe, LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road,Chicago Naperville, Crusader Illinois 60563-1890.

The (866) 402-8661. For Bidding instructions call (630) 453-6713 24 hours prior to sale. w 0 9 0 3 0 1 3 3 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I249860

cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-21-307-027-0000.

Commonly known as 6836 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621.

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 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. w 0 9 0 3 0 1 3 3 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I249860 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 .

REGINALD CLEMONS, et al D e f e n d a n t 08 CH 013878 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 7, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 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 253 W. 60TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-408-003 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 OF AN ORDER OF ENTRY IN ACCORDANCE POSSESSION, 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 14-08-09328. 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.: 14-08-09328 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 08 CH 013878 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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auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6918 S. PERRY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-21-415-025 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 14-09-20210. 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.: 14-09-20210 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 029093 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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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 14-09-16699. 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.: 14-09-16699 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 024999 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, CHANCERY DEPARTMENT DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, .

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WILLIAMS, et al BARBARA D e f e n d a n t CH 024999 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 30, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 6, 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 7232 S. LAWRENCE AVENUE, SAINT CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-211-031 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 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK further recourse against the Mortgagor, COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's DEPARTMENT CHANCERY attorney. Upon payment in full of the DIVISION ONEWEST BANK, FSB amount bid, the purchaser will receive a P l a i n t i f f , Certificate of Sale that will entitle the v . purchaser to a deed to the real estate after EITHAN FERMAN, et al confirmation of the sale The property will D e f e n d a n t NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff 09 CH 029093 makes no representation as to the NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS condition of the property. Prospective HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a bidders are admonished to check the court Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered file to verify all information. If this property in the above cause on January 5, 2010, an is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a will at 10:30 AM on April 7, 2010, at the mortgagee shall pay the assessments and The Judicial Sales Corporation, One the legal fees required by The South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE auction to the highest bidder, as set forth MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU below, the following described real estate: HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN Commonly known as 6918 S. PERRY POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF Index No. 20-21-415-025 The real estate is POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE improved with a residence. Sale terms: WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE 25% down of the highest bid by certified ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE funds at the close of the auction;. The LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's balance, in certified funds, is due within attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & twenty-four (24) hours. The subject ASSOCIATES, P.C. , 15W030 NORTH property is subject to general real estate FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR taxes, special assessments, or special RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 between taxes levied against said real estate and is the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for offered for sale without any representation department.. refer to file as to quality or quantity M of title andCwithout BLACKS UST ONTROLthe Tsales HEIR OWN CPlease OMMUNITY number 14-09-16699. THE JUDICIAL recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" SALES CORPORATION One South condition. The sale is further subject to Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL confirmation by the court. If the sale is set 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at sale shall be entitled only to a return of the www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, further recourse against the Mortgagor, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL attorney. Upon payment in full of the 60527 (630) 794-9876 Attorney File No.: amount bid, the purchaser will receive a 14-09-16699 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Certificate of Sale that will entitle the Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 024999 purchaser to a deed to the real estate after NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt confirmation of the sale The property will Collection Practices Act, you are advised NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a makes no representation as to the debt collector attempting to collect a debt condition of the property. Prospective and any information obtained will be used bidders are admonished to check the court

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N .

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REGINALD CLEMONS A/K/A REGINALD J. CLEMONS, et al D e f e n d a n t 08 CH 014431 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, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on March 29, 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 315 W. 59TH PLACE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-402-013 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 14-08-09332. 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.: 14-08-09332 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 08 CH 014431 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 CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

HAYWARD W. SUGGS AKA HAYWARD SUGGS, JR. AS INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA SUGGS AKA VIRGINIA M. SUGGS; HAYWARD W. SUGGS AKA HAYWARD SUGGS, JR. INDIVIDUALLY, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VIRGINIA SUGGS AKA VIRGINIA M. SUGGS; PHYLLIS H O P G O O D ; PHARREL LEWIS AKA PHARREL M. LEWIS; MELVENA STRONG AKA MELVENA E. STRONG; WAYMAN SUGGS, REGINALD SUGGS, JR.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NORNECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 08 CH 9622 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 29, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, March 31, 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. 20-27-202-015-0000.

Commonly known as 7151 South Eberhart, 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 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 8 0 1 0 6 5 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I246873

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

VLADAN BOZOVIC, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 024265 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 11, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 6, 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 6217 S. VERNON AVENUE, UNIT 3, CHICAGO, IL 60630 Property Index No. 20-15-417-027-1016 (20-15-417-025 / 026 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 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 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK the sales department.. Please refer to file COUNTY, ILLINOIS number 14-09-13055. THE JUDICIAL COUNTY DEPARTMENT SALES CORPORATION One South CHANCERY DIVISION Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC; 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also P l a i n t i f f , visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at v s . www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of HAYWARD W. SUGGS AKA HAYWARD pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, SUGGS, JR. AS P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR OF THE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL ESTATE OF 60527 (630) 794-9876 Attorney File No.: VIRGINIA SUGGS AKA VIRGINIA M. 14-09-13055 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney SUGGS; HAYWARD Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 024265 W. SUGGS AKA HAYWARD SUGGS, NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt JR. INDIVIDUALLY, Collection Practices Act, you are advised UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a VIRGINIA SUGGS debt collector attempting to collect a debt AKA VIRGINIA M. SUGGS; PHYLLIS March and any Saturday, 20,information 2010 obtained will be used H O P G O O D ; for that purpose.

PHARREL LEWIS AKA PHARREL M. I250212 LEWIS; MELVENA STRONG AKA MELVENA E. STRONG; WAYMAN SUGGS, REGINALD SUGGS, JR.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NORNECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 08 CH 9622 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 29, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at the hour

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.: 14-09-13055 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 024265 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.

I250212 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP COUNTRYWIDE FKA HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. P l a i n t i f f , s . v GIPSON; LANDMARK LEROY CONDOMINIUM RESIDENCES INC.; UNKNOWN ASSOCIATION, AND LEGATEES HEIRS OF LEROY GIPSON, IF ANY; OWNERS AND UNKNOWN NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , CH 12563 09 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 1/4/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 6, 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: 20-15-401-031-1003.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 6043 SOUTH MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE UNIT CHICAGO, IL 60637.

201, 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 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 0 6 0 0 5 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I249859

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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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION ONEWEST BANK, FSB ASSIGNEE OF M O R T G A G E REGISTRATION ELECTRONIC INC. AS SYSTEMS, NOMINEE FOR MARKET STREET M O R T G A G E CORPORATION; Plaintiff, s . v CAROLYN HOLT BYNUM; MORTGAGE E L E C T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. UNDER MORTGAGE RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0616045146; NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN TENANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 30547 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on January 12, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 13, 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. 20-27-116-030-0000.

Commonly known as 7344 South Calumet 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 for inspection. open 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 .

JUDICIAL SALES INTERCOUNTY C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I250498

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY N.A.; WELLS FARGO BANK, P l a i n t i f f , s . v STEVEN FITZGERALD A/K/A STEVE F I T Z G E R A L D ; FITZGERALD; UNKNOWN MARY AND LEGATEES HEIRS OF STEVEN FITZGERALD, IF ANY; HEIRS UNKNOWN LEGATEES OF MARY AND IF ANY; FITZGERALD, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON CLAIMANTS; RECORD D e f e n d a n t s , CH 03846 09 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 9/10/2009, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, April 13, 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: 20-28-308-024-0000.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 7628 SOUTH UNION AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60628.

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 s a l e .

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 0 1 9 1 2 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I250436 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION P l a i n t i f f , v .

DAVID BONNER A/K/A DAVID C. BONNER, SR., et al D e f e n d a n t 08 CH 016484 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 9, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on March 30, 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 7301 S. LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property 18 Index No. 20-27-222-001 The real estate is improved with a multi-family 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

D e f e n d a n t 08 CH 016484 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 9, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on March 30, 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 7301 S. LANGLEY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-222-001 The real estate is improved with a multi-family 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 14-08-11657. 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.: 14-08-11657 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 08 CH 016484 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.

I251518 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC. P l a i n t i f f , v .

ANGELINA EILAND-FRAZIER A/K/A ANGLELINA E. FRAZIER A/K/A ANGELINA T. EILAND-FRAZIER, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 032014 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 2, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 5, 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 7036 S. UNION AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-21-322-032 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 DAYS20, AFTER Saturday, March 2010 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 14-09-25692. 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

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 14-09-25692. 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.: 14-09-25692 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 032014 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 CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL C O R P O R A T I O N ; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

CHARLES DETRICK & SONS, INC.; CHARLES DETRICK UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OR LEGATEES OF CHARLES DETRICK; BENJAMIN HAYES; J.B. SIMS A/K/A JAYONNA B. SIMS; S. SIMS, JR.; TRI M E D ; BESSIE MAE SIMS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 08 CH 36685 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 10, 2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 12, 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in its office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: Commonly known as 7545 South Halsted, Chicago, IL. P.I.N. 20-28-300-012.

The property consists of vacant land.

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

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

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the s a l e .

For information call City of Chicago Corporation Counsel/Collection and Ownership Litigation Division, 33 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602 (312) 742-0007.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I250324

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

MARIO HYDE, et al D e f e n d a n t 07 CH 36672 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 14, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 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 7241 EBERHART AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-210-016-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $139,513.68. 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 are property. Prospective bidders 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 OF AN ORDER OF ENTRY IN ACCORDANCE POSSESSION, WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020 . Please refer to file number 07-2222-6029. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No.: 07-2222-6029 Attorney Code. 4452 Case # 07 CH 36672 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.

I252645 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL C O R P O R A T I O N ; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

CHARLES DETRICK & SONS, INC.; CHARLES DETRICK UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OR LEGATEES OF CHARLES DETRICK; BENJAMIN HAYES; J.B. SIMS A/K/A JAYONNA B. SIMS; S. SIMS, JR.; TRI M E D ; BESSIE MAE SIMS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON B LACKS M UST RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 08 CH 36685 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 10, 2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 12, 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in its office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: Commonly known as 7545 South Halsted, Chicago, IL. P.I.N. 20-28-300-012.

The property consists of vacant land.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N .

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ERIC SANDERS, et al D e f e n d a n t CH 027133 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 14, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 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 7324 S. RHODES AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-218-039 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 14-09-14299. 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.: 14-09-14299 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 027133 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.

I252584

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF GE-WMC ASSET-BACKED THE CERTIFICATES, PASS-THROUGH 2005-2 SERIES P l a i n t i f f , v .

HENRY DORSEY JR. A/K/A HENRY et al DORSEY, D e f e n d a n t CH 005910 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS GIVEN that pursuant to a HEREBY Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 7, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 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 7211 S. SAINT LAWRENCE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-212-008 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 14-09-04058. 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.: 14-09-04058 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 005910 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 that purpose. for I250900

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP P l a i n t i f f , v .

STEVEN J. FITZGERALD A/K/A STEVEN FITZGERALD, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 21044 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 19, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 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 448 WEST 61ST STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-314-021-0000 The real estate is improved with a two-story, two-unit, frame apartment building; no 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 CONTROL THEIR OWN COMMUNITY 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

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: 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 PA0909084. 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.: PA0909084 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 21044 I250933 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

DALA IGUODALA; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF DALA IGUODALA, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 08 CH 33358 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 2/11/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 12, 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. 20-27-228-024-0000, 20-27-228- 0 2 5 - 0 0 0 0 .

Commonly known as 7420 South Champlain 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 8 2 1 3 7 0 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I250320 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY AURORA LOAN SERVICES, LLC P l a i n t i f f , s . v CITY OF RAWLIN E. BROWN; UNKNOWN CHICAGO; HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RAWLIN E. IF BROWN, ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON CLAIMANTS; RECORD D e f e n d a n t s , CH 16460 09 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 1/14/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, April 16, 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. 20-16-110-045-0000.

Commonly known as 5654-56 SOUTH NORMAL AVENUE, 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 9 1 0 2 9 7 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I250602

The Chicago Crusader

SPORTS

Young leads three Public League teams downstate

By J. Coyden Palmer If there were any questions about where to find the best high school basketball programs in the state before Tuesday’s Supersectionals, they have now been answered. The Chicago Public League will be sending three teams to Peoria this weekend after Whitney Young, Marshall and Simeon each dominated their opponents to become winners in the competition. It’s the largest number of teams CPS has ever sent downstate at once since the decision to give up the automatic bid in 2003. Many were skeptical about that decision because it meant CPS might not have any teams to qualify, but each year at least one team has earned a place in the state championship bid.

“I think the results speak for themselves,” said CPS Sports Coordinator Calvin Davis. “Basketball is the king sport in Chicago and our kids take the game to heart.”

CPS had an opportunity for four teams to qualify this year but Robeson dropped a 70-60 decision to Hillcrest in the Class 3A Supersectional at UIC. The Raiders (22-6) got off to a slow start and was never able to manage a lead in the game.

LaShane Purdy led them with 18 points, but Hillcrest’s Eric Gaines had 26 points and seven rebounds to send the Hawks downstate. Two weeks ago the Hillcrest girls’ team finished second in the state, now the boys will have a chance to make their mark. Gaines, who will play at Kent State in the fall, said it took him a little time to adjust to the depth perception at the Pavilion, even shooting two air balls from the free throw line early in the game.

“It was pretty embarrassing, but after my eyes adjusted to the rim I was cool,” Gaines said while laughing after the game. “We want to go

downstate and do just as good if not better than the girls did. Their success is putting pressure on us to do well.”

Young had little trouble handing a loss to Maine South in the second game of the night in Class 4A play.

The Dolphins (21-6) were tied with the Hawks at 15 at the end of the first quarter and only led by four at the half. But after the entire team changed shoes and got a stern lecture at halftime, the Dolphins outscored Maine South 14-0 in the third quarter and cruised to a 6339 victory. Guards Anthony Johnson and Ahmad Starks scored 19 and 22 respectively to lead Young.

The win means Young will have a chance to defend their state title, something Johnson and his teammates wanted to do all year.

“After we lost in the city playoffs, we got refocused,” Johnson said. “I think we were taking games for granted. With me being a senior, along with Ahmad and J.R. Reynolds, we got the team on the same level as us so we can make another state run.”

Starks was a catalyst for Young, who will play against Waukegan at 8:15 p.m. this Friday in a rematch of last year’s state title game. He set the tone of the game in the first half drilling three shots from behind the arc in the first half. He said usually he tries to distribute the ball early to get everyone involved, but on this night he felt a need to set the pace to take some of the pressure to score off of some of his teammates.

“Being a senior, I have to do certain things to get my team going,” he said. “At first it was me doing my thing but this weekend I will do whatever it takes to win to get that done.”

The Dolphins started the game in new, three-quarter, orange and black shoes. Despite a warning

MEMBERS OF THE Whitney Young basketball team are headed to Peoria for this weekend’s State basketball championships after the Dolphins destroyed Maine South at the UIC Supersectional on Tuesday. (Photo by J. Coyden Palmer) from their assistant coach that someone could sprain an ankle, the players decided to wear the shoes anyway. That was until freshman Thomas Hamilton hurt his ankle in the first half then an “executive decision” was made by Coach Tyrone Slaughter at the half.

“Our assistant coach Ronald Coleman and Coach Slaughter told us to take the shoes off and go back to our other shoes that we’ve been wearing all year,” Johnson explained. “And that was the end of that experiment.”

Simeon also advanced in Class 4A play after pulling out a thrilling 5850 win in double overtime over Benet at the Hinsdale Central Supersectional. Simeon senior Brandon Spearman hit a three-point shot at the buzzer in regulation to send the game into the first OT. Then he sent the game into a second overtime by hitting a pair of free throws with 2.5 seconds re-

maining. Spearman led Simeon (23-9) with 24 points and nine rebounds. After the game he described the big three-pointer at the end of regulation.

“I was just trying to get a good look at the basket and I was able to beat my defender. I was a little off balance on the shot, but when the time is ticking you just have to use your instincts,” he said. “I blinked after I shot and never saw the ball go through the basket.”

The win for the Wolverines means they will be headed downstate for the first time since 2007, when led by current Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose. That team won the second of two state titles. This year a lot of in-house squabbles with players and parents hurt the Wolverines, according to their Coach Robert Smith. But he said his team has finally begun to gel.

Smith took the unconventional route of airing out many of his

gripes with parents and his team’s lack of leadership in the media.

Last month he said his team was “not that good.” Now they are one of only four teams left playing for a state title.

Marshall used their speed and quickness to whizz by St. Viator in a 63-51 victory to earn a trip to Peoria. They will be the only Public League team in the Class 3A competition but the Commandos (267) have been a staple in recent years, winning the title in 2008.

Led by Keifer Sykes’ 17 points, Marshall will be looking to bring home the state title for their student body and more importantly staff. Last month, CPS officials announced that Marshall will be one of two turnaround schools that will have their entire staff and faculty replaced at the end of this year. The players feel they owe it to outgoing Coach Henry Cotton and his staff to leave with a championship.

Three Meteors make All-GCAC White Basketball Team De La Salle Institute proudly announces that three members of its varsity girls basketball team have garnered berths on the All-Girls Catholic Athletic Conference White Basketball Team for the 2009-10 season.

Honored were senior guard/forward Candice Burke (Hyde Park), junior guard Natalie Williams (Woodlawn) and sophomore forward JaVonna Smith (Bronzeville).

Smith averaged 13 points per game this season, while Williams averaged 10 points per game.

Burke was recognized by De La Salle’s coaching staff as the team’s best defender.

“I could not be happier for Candice, Natalie and JaVonna,” De La Salle girls varsity head basketball coach Jenna Markoff said. “They The Chicago Crusader

JUNIOR GUARD (L- R) Natalie Williams (Woodlawn), sophomore forward Javonna Smith (Bronzeville) and senior guard/forward Candice Burke (Hyde Park).

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all played very well this season and are certainly deserving of these accolades.

“They’re wonderful (girls) and exemplary student-athletes.

Everyone at De La Salle is very proud of Candice, Natalie and JaVonna and rightfully so. I truly enjoyed coaching them this season.”

As a team, De La Salle finished 17-11 overall and won the GCAC White regular-season championship. In addition, the Meteors also picked up the GCAC Red consolation championship in the postseason. De La Salle’s season ended with a loss in the Illinois High School Association’s Class 3A De La Salle Regional final.

De La Salle congratulates head coach Jenna Markoff, her staff and the players for all their accomSaturday, March 20, 2010

plishments this season.

De La Salle Institute is an independent Catholic secondary school rooted in the tradition of Christian Education begun by St. John Baptist de La Salle. Founded in 1889, its mission has been, and is, to foster a desire for excellence in education. Young people from a variety of ethnic and economic backgrounds are given the opportunity to fully develop their abilities so they may be active, contributing members of our complex changing society.

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