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Heroes who defeated Chicago’s ban on handguns have their say

By J. Coyden Palmer Standing on the steps of the Supreme Court last month after a ruling was announced that defeated the city’s 28-year

ban on handguns, South Side resident Otis McDonald smiled with pride. The 76year-old senior was relieved and had a lot of thoughts and emotions going through his head. He said he does not want to be remembered as some sort of a hero, even though he is the man who took on City Hall and won.

“I was fed up with drug dealers and gangbangers messing with my home, my prop-

erty and eventually threatening my life, and somebody [Mayor Daley] saying that all we needed was to get guns out of the houses,” McDonald said. “I couldn’t take that anymore. I knew I had to look somewhere and find somebody to do something about this.”

McDonald said three recent cases in Chicago show that responsible handgun ownership is a good thing. The killing of a

home invader by the elderly owner of the property on the West Side back in May helped turn public opinion in favor of handgun ownership. Just a week later a local business owner shot and killed a man who tried to rob his liquor store at gunpoint. Then there was the tragic murder of Chicago Police Officer Thomas Wortham IV by several men attempting to rob him (Continued on page 2)

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Judge rules: Blackstone Hotel illegally laid-off workers (See story on page 2)

OTIS MCDONALD, 76, of the Roseland Community successfully takes the fight against the Chicago handgun ordinance to the Supreme Court and wins.

NAACP Delegates unanimously pass Tea Party Amendment at Convention Nation’s Oldest and Largest Civil Rights Groups ask Tea Party to Repudiate Racist Factions KANSAS CITY, MO – Over 2,000 NAACP delegates unanimously passed a resolution—as amended—called “The

Tea Party Movement,” asking for the repudiation of racist Tea Party leaders.

The resolution condemns the bigoted elements within the Tea Party and asks for them to be repudiated. The NAACP delegates presented this resolution for debate and passage after a year of vitriolic Tea Party demonstrations during which partici-

pants used racial slurs and images. In March, members of the Congressional Black Caucus were accosted by Tea Party demonstrators and called racial epithets. Civil rights icon John Lewis was spit on, while Congressman Emanuel Cleaver was called the “N” word and (Continued on page 2)

NEWS

Judge rules: Blackstone Hotel illegally laid-off workers Hotel ordered to offer jobs back with back pay and benefits Union estimates lost earnings and benefits to total at least $250,000 In a major ruling this week, an administrative law judge of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) found that owners and management of the Blackstone Hotel had violated federal labor law by illegally firing workers, cutting staff benefits, and circulating a petition to decertify the union. The Blackstone Hotel was ordered to offer jobs back to 14 employees who were laid off on June 15, 2009 and compensate them with any lost wages and benefits resulting from the company’s unlawful actions against them, with interest. The decision represents an important victory for workers at the Blackstone Hotel, who have been battling the Hotel for more than a year to bring workers back to work and win a first contract.

Among the other significant rulings in this case, the judge also ordered the company to restore its 2008-2009 health insurance plan and compensate Blackstone employees for unlawful increases to health plan costs. The Hotel was also ordered to stop refusing to bargain with the Union on health plan coverage and layoffs.

Based on documents turned over by the Blackstone, the Union estimates that these lost earnings and increased benefit costs already total at least $250,000, and

this amount is growing every day.

Community leaders have long criticized the owners and management of the Blackstone Hotel for their systematic efforts to dismantle the union, despite the hotel having received $72.9 million in taxpayer subsidies and credits ($40 million of which are tax credits meant to spur low income community development). As part of the ruling, the judge found that a Blackstone manager broke federal law by illegally encouraging and passing around a Union decertification petition.

The judge’s decision reinforces an earlier decision issued by an NLRB Regional Director on March 27, 2009, finding that the Hotel illegally encouraged and assisted some employees in circulating the decertification petition.

LaMar Johnson was one of the 14 workers laid off from the room service department. “I got married just 6 months before I was laid off from the Blackstone Hotel, and this last year has been a real struggle for me and my family. I haven’t even been able to buy a new pair of shoes. I’m gratified to know that the judge in this case sided with us and found that the hotel had broken the law. It feels like someone is actually looking out for the little guy.”

Workers at the Blackstone began organizing shortly after the hotel reopened in the summer of 2008, and the Union became officially recognized in December 2008. Workers began bargaining

their first contract at the hotel shortly thereafter, and have been negotiating their first contract since.

“At every step, the Blackstone Hotel has skirted the law, waging a vicious and illegal anti-union campaign in an attempt to decertify the union and impede the collective bargaining process,” said UNITE HERE Local 1 President Henry Tamarin. “Now the Hotel wants to skirt the judge’s

go.

“The Chicago crime buffet is over,” she said defiantly. “Just like in the Wild West of the movies, there is a higher court other than the one that has run this city for the past 27 years.

That higher court is the Constitution of the United States. And I am very grateful to the Supreme Court of the United States for interpreting it and bringing back our rights.”

The man who argued the case for the plaintiffs, Attorney David Siagle said the victory for those who believe they have a right to protect their homes with a handgun has nothing to do with murders taking place on the streets of Chicago. He said what Mayor Daley and others do not want to try to understand is that the suit was not asking for people to be allowed to carry guns out on the street, only to keep a firearm inside their homes for protection.

“The law-abiding citizens who

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Blackstone Hotel and other union supporters gathered in front of the hotel on Thursday morning to call on the hotel to drop the appeal and immediately remedy the situation by bringing laid off workers back to work with compensation.

UNITE HERE Local 1, Chicago’s hospitality workers union, represents over 15,000 workers in the Chicago area.

FR. MICHAEL PFLEGER and other Don’t Gamble With Chicago coalition representatives held a news conference earlier this year protesting renewed efforts to override community bans against the 45,000 video gambling machines the state legislature approved for allocation throughout Illinois. Joining him are (from left) John Alan Boryk, Illinois coordinator for Stop Predatory Gambling, based in Washington DC; Chicago political activist Betty Magness; Dolton IL Inspector General Robert Shaw; Nancy Duel, chair of the United Methodist Church Northern Illinois Conference Anti-Gambling Task Force, Arlington Heights IL; 9th Ward Ald. Anthony Beale; Doug Dobmeyer, spokesman for the Task Force To Oppose Gambling in Chicago; and, from St. Sabina Catholic Church, Minister Randall Blakey and Rev. Thulani Magwaza.

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(Continued from page 1) of his new motorcycle. Wortham’s dad, a retired Chicago police sergeant, came to his son’s aid, shooting and killing one assailant while critically injuring another. McDonald said Daley and others who want a handgun ban can not argue in those instances whether or not the handgun for protection was appropriate.

“This will make criminals think twice,” McDonald said. “If you have the right to have a handgun in your house, even if you don’t have a gun, that will give criminals a second thought, a third thought about breaking into your house.”

His co-plaintiff Colleen Lawson agreed. The married hypnotherapist was elated with the news as she stood next to her husband David in Chicago when the ruling was announced.

Grateful to the court, she had a message for criminals in Chica-

decision and their moral responsibility to these workers, by appealing this case and refusing to grant these workers what is rightfully owed to them.”

The Judge’s orders are directed to Sage Hospitality and Chicago Master Lessee, LLC. Prudential Insurance Company has an investor member interest in Chicago Master Lessee, LLC. The company has appealed the judge’s decision. Workers from the

are a part of this case and who support the court’s decision are not, and never have been a part of the crime problem in Chicago,” he said.

McDonald said African Americans have been duped into believing that guns themselves are evil. He said as he brought this lawsuit, he learned about the “slave codes” and “black codes” that were enacted by Southern states during the Civil War. These laws prohibited Blacks from owning guns to their own detriment. Once slavery was outlawed, a new law was created that did not allow free African American citizens to own guns.

“I was feeling that poor Blacks, who years ago had had their guns taken away from them and were killed as someone wished. That was a long time ago, but I feel their spirit,” McDonald said. “I could feel the spirit of those people running through me as I sat in the Supreme Court.”

NAACP Delegates (Continued from page 1) openly gay Congressman Barney there will always be space for him Frank was called an ugly anti-gay in both organizations. I assured slur. him there will always be a place for him in the NAACP. Dick “We take no issue with the Tea Armey and the leadership of the Party movement. We believe in Tea Party need to do the same.” freedom of assembly and people raising their voices in a democraThe resolution was amended cy. What we take issue with is the during the debate to specifically Tea Party’s continued tolerance ask the Tea Party itself to repudifor bigotry and bigoted state- ate the racist elements and activiments. The time has come for ties of the Tea Party. It comes on them to accept the responsibility the heels of NAACP President that comes with influence and and CEO Benjamin Todd Jealmake clear there is no place for ous’ announcement of the “One racism & anti-Semitism, homo- Nation, Working Together” phobia and other forms of big- Movement culminating with a otry in their movement,” stated national march on Washington NAACP President and CEO on 10-2-10.

Benjamin Todd Jealous. “Last night after my speech, I was apThe resolution will now go to proached by an African American the NAACP National Board of member of the NAACP and the Directors for a full vote when Tea Party. He thanked me for they meet in October 2010 in speaking out because he has be- Baltimore, MD. A formal copy gun to feel uncomfortable in the of the resolution will be released Tea Party and wants to ensure at that time.

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EDITORIAL THIRSTY FOR CASH For some reason, people don’t always learn from their mistakes. Although hindsight has 20/20 vision, as the saying goes, the vision can be clouded by emotion, greed, or whatever. Such is the case in Chicago, IL where Mayor Richard M. Daley is considering privatizing the city’s water supply.

Surprisingly, he is on this track even after the parking meter debacle wherein he privatized city parking. The immediate result was a boost in parking fees where, in some parts of the city, citizens have to pay a quarter for 7 minutes of parking.

Moreover, parking boxes are now almost everywhere, including in formerly free Chicago Park District parking lots.

The Mayor’s thought processes are no doubt fogged up by the specter of dollars that he anticipates from this deal, although this experiment in other areas, including in Bolingbrook, a suburb of Chicago, has had negative consequences.

In light of this, the Mayor’s plans come off as pennywise and pound foolish! To give what is arguably one of the most precious assets available to citizens and turn it into a commodity is a travesty!

According to an online article hosted by CommonDreams.org, taken from the November 16 issue of the Chicago Tribune entitled “Privatizing Water System Could Be a Risky Move for Chicago,” Chicago would be the largest city in the U.S. to sell its water department to a private company. Bolingbrook and other suburbs and downstate communities are reeling from steep rate increases imposed by private water companies. And further away from home, Atlanta is still reeling from the consequences of its decision to sell its water supply. According to the aforementioned article, “Mayors from Homer Glen to Urbana are threatening municipal takeovers of their local water systems, moved by complaints about skyrocketing rates and lackluster service from corporate operators. Fort Wayne, IN already wrested away part of its water system and is seeking to buy back the rest after accusing a private operator of putting shareholder interests before those of customers. In Atlanta, after less than four years into a 20-year deal, the city regained public control in response to cost overruns, service problems and breakdowns.”

In light of the many examples of potential problems with the possible privatization of Chicago’s water, the Mayor is still in the process of considering such a move. It is as though his brain has been replaced by a cash register that drowns out logical thinking.

The citizens of the city of Chicago need to know that there is a real possibility of this happening, since, according to the article, Daley said “Everything is always on the table.” With this attitude, we can expect that he would actually sell the city’s soul if that were possible if he thought he could reap financial benefits.

Chicago, like other cities around the country, is strapped for cash. The solution to this problem, however, is not to make our most precious natural resource a commodity, but to come up with more creative solutions, ones that don’t threaten the health and wellbeing of Chicago residents.

Chicagoans, and residents in other cities around the country where there is a possibility of this type of privatization, should resist loudly any attempts to follow through with such a foolhardy, short-sighted plan.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Repower Or Replace? Your Choice Could Cost You Thousands Dear Editor: When serious engine trouble hits, the Engine Repower Council (ERC) recommends that vehicle owners ask themselves if they should repower or replace the vehicle. Many motorists don’t consider repowering and instead take on the financial burden of buying a new car. That choice can result in a cost difference of thousands of dollars.

With repowering, the vehicle’s engine is disassembled, cleaned, machined and remanufactured to be as good as new. This is the best option, since repowered engines are dependable, reliable and backed by excellent warranty programs. Some may choose a used or junk yard engine. The risk here is that the used engine has an unknown performance and maintenance history, which means you may be asking for more problems.

The Engine Repower Council has created a cost comparison chart of popular vehicles to illustrate the cost difference between repowering and purchasing a new vehicle. For example, to replace a worn out engine with a

remanufactured/rebuilt engine in a 1980 to 1995 full size V8 domestic pickup would cost $2,700 to $3,450 compared to an average cost of $30,000 to purchase a new vehicle. The cost savings is significant even without taking into account auto loan interest and increased insurance rates.

To learn more about engine repowering and view the Engine Repower Council’s cost comparison chart, visit www.enginerepower.org and click on Cost Comparisons.

pon in the same place or in opposite places? The next is, is there a weight difference which distinguishes the two weapons? This leads me to the next and a very important question. Also, isn’t the purpose of a taser to subdue an out of control person? Can a person be considered out of control if he is face down and motionless?

According to the video that has (Continued on page 6)

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IS THIS CONSIDERED AMERICAN JUSTICE? Dear Editor: The case of Oscar Grant raises may questions. The first question is how could a trained police officer not know the difference between a gun and a taser? The second question is the placement of the two weapons, was the taser in a holster next to the gun or was the taser in a holster on the opposite side of the body? The next question raised is the training given in the use of a taser. Are officers trained to have each wea-

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Post-Racial or Head in the Sand

By Harry Alford NNPA Columnist The White male is very, very worried. His dominance in the world is no longer certain and there must be a way for him to devise a new system that can assure his economic and power advantage despite the rising populations of people of color, White women and the

Harry C. Alford demands for a fair share of that economy and power. Blacks are now the majority in Brazil. Forty percent of all newborns in Germany are of Turkish descent.

White French are dropping in

population while Arabs and Blacks in that country have soaring populations. Gains in civil rights and political clout are starting to make a difference.

Thus, a new kind of psychological tactic is now being weighed.

They, the White power trust, are trying to convince us that racism no longer exists and that we should not be vigilant any longer. We should no longer count heads and search for disparate impact and correct demographic imbalances.

Yes, we are now all one family and our new direction should be human rights not civil rights. Dr. King is dead and so should be our focus. Victory is won and things have been corrected. Oh, it is a post-racial future now. Go to sleep Black man and forget your drive for equality because you have it now and just don’t know it. Forget about unemployment that is triple that for Whites. Don’t worry about low education attainment and disproportionate criminal sentences and an enormous poverty level. It really isn’t there anymore.

You have a Black president so it is all gone.

It sounds so preposterous but

what is shocking is that many Black organizations and some activists are drinking this “cool aid.” Some civil rights organizations have even officially changed their names from “civil rights” to “human rights.”

An alarming number are changing their missions to include advocacy for Whites, gays, lesbians, disabled and anything else you can think of. Strangely, this was the Reagan Administration’s tactic to tone down affirmative action. You include every group you can think of into the affirmative action pot thus lessening the concentration or action on true minorities. Many of our civil rights groups have now bought into this as it is the liberals singing the message so it must be the way to go.

When you change your mission you lose your cause. Whites don’t need your help as they are in the driver’s seat as it is. Gays and lesbians have a strong lobby and advocacy and don’t need us. We, African-Americans, should not think that things are fine. There is still a lot of racism, prejudice and inequality out there. Don’t put your head in the “sand” like an Ostrich trying to block out the dan-

gers of the world.

Stand tall and continue the fight.

These organizations are rendering themselves worthless by walking away from the battles. Right now there is a backlash in this nation that is directed right at Black America and they are singing a song of togetherness and happiness. Why even one group is dropping their lawsuit against the subprime lenders who economically exploited millions of our homeowners.

They have dropped the suits as if it never happened. This is absolutely shocking.

Another indicator of this alarming trend is the current voting rights case before the U.S. Department of Justice. It is clear that the New Black Panther Party violated the civil rights of voters at a polling place during the last presidential election. It is on videotape and there are very credible witnesses.

They have been found guilty in a court of law. Still, without any sound logic, our Justice Department is dropping the case as if it didn’t happen. This is just one matter at the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice.

They are denying the existence of

discrimination in many other cases.

Imagine our first Black President and Black Attorney General and the Justice Department start denying that discrimination exists. It is more than ironic it is plain sick. It is also dangerous.

We have an obligation to the generations that come after us and to our children that we presently care for. This world is not perfect yet and we cannot take the propaganda that some of our naïve brothers and sisters have swallowed. This nation is not post-racial. It is as racial now as it was in the 1980s. Better than the 1960s but that doesn’t mean that victory has been won. Our schools are failing us, police are abusing our sons, courts stack the deck against us and we are still last hired and first fired.

Is it post-racial? Get real as the struggle continues. It is just that some have put their heads in the sand.

Harry Alford is the President/CEO and co-founder of the National Black Chamber of Commerce, Inc®. Website: www.nationalbcc.org. Email: halford@nationalbcc.org.

LeBron Made the Right Decision to be LeGone – to Miami

By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist If there were any doubts about whether LeBron James should have migrated from the cold winters of Cleveland to sunny Miami, they were removed when Dan Gilbert, the Cavaliers’ majority owner, issued a scathing criticism of Cleveland’s “former hero” who demonstrated “cowardly betrayal” by deciding not to remain in Cleveland after becoming a free agent.

Gilbert’s open letter to fans was actually an open attack on James, who gave the franchise seven years to assemble an adequate support crew around him. When they failed, he opted to sign with the Miami Heat, where he will be paired with two all-star teammates.

James was wrong to make Gilbert learn of his decision by watching James’ reality TV announcement on ESPN instead of extending him the courtesy of a telephone call prior to the announcement. Still, that didn’t justify Gilbert’s attempt to humiliate his former star attraction.

“As you know, our former hero, who grew up in the very region that he deserted this evening, is no longer a Cleveland Cavalier,” Gilbert wrote. “This was announced with a several-day, narThe Chicago Crusader

cissistic, self-promotional buildup culminating with a national TV special of his ‘decision’ unlike anything ever ‘witnessed’ in the history of sports and probably the history of entertainment.”

He told the fans, “You simply don’t deserve this kind of cowardly betrayal.”

Speaking of cowards, Gilbert waited until his superstar jilted him to accuse King James of choking in four playoff games against the Boston Celtics. If James threw in the towel against the Celtics, as Gilbert suggests, then why is the owner so enraged that #23 is headed to Miami? Furthermore, if Gilbert harbored such thoughts about James, he is acting like a coward by waiting until LeBron James left the franchise before expressing those thoughts.

Let’s get a few things straight.

The NBA has tight restrictions on the mobility of players, stacking the deck – by allowing the home team to offer more money than competitors, if it wants to – and deciding a player can choose another team only after he has been cut or his contract expires. While under contract, teams can’t even approach other players about the possibility of joining them without facing league tampering charges.

When James became eligible for

George E. Curry free agency, he had to weigh whether his best chance of winning an NBA championship rested with staying in Cleveland or moving to Miami to join fellow NBA All-Stars Dwayne Wade and newly-acquired Chris Bosh. There is no question that by signing James and Bosh and re-signing Wade, the youthful Miami Heat instantly becomes a favorite to win next season’s NBA championship and many more.

Angry fans who burned James’ old Cleveland jersey in protest accused James of making a selfish decision. They forget that professional basketball is first and foremost a business. And as a shrewd businessman – and one of the

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game’s greatest players – James agreed to leave millions on the table in an effort to win his first NBA championship.

Cleveland fans need to get over it. I saw men on TV crying over losing James to Miami. Yes, crying. There’s something wrong with such an over emphasis on sports, especially if, as one of those interviewed said, “This is the worst thing that has ever happened to me in my life.”

In a strange way, it was one of the best things to happen to Jesse Jackson.

Jackson, who has been teetering on the fence of irrelevancy since vowing to remove certain body parts of Barack Obama, found a way to inject himself into the LeBron James saga.

In a statement posted on the Rainbow PUSH Coalition website, Jackson said, “LeBron is not a child, nor is he bound to play on Gilbert’s plantation…”

Referring to the Cleveland owner, Jackson said, “He speaks as an owner of LeBron and not the owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

His feelings of betrayal personify a slave master mentality. He sees LeBron as a runaway slave.”

Jayson Whitlock, an outspoken Black sports writer, challenged the notion of “NBA owners and their $100-million contracts are slave owners and King James is Kunta Saturday, July 17, 2010

Kinte escaping on the Underground Railroad to Miami...”

He wrote, “Dan Gilbert’s rant was certainly immature, but it wasn’t remotely racist. He sounded like a scorned lover, a guy who gave his heart to a relationship and found out on national TV that the alleged love of his life didn’t care about him at all.”

A scorned Dan Gilbert told Cleveland fans: “I personally guarantee that the Cleveland Cavaliers will win an NBA Championship before the self-titled former ‘king’ wins one. You can take that to the bank.”

If you take that promissory note to the bank, be prepared to be arrested for fraud. There is no way Cleveland will win an NBA title before LeBron & Company wins one in Miami. Cleveland couldn’t win a championship with LeBron and they have a lesser chance of winning a title without him.

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

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

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COMMENTARY

Worrill’s World

Critical Commentary

By Maurice A. Clayton

By Dr. Conrad W. Worrill

REPARATIONS IS THE KEY ISSUE FACING AFRICAN PEOPLE IN THE 21ST CENTURY (Dr. Conrad Worrill, National Chairman Emeritus of the National Black United Front (NBUF) located at 1809 East 71st Street, Suite 211, Chicago, Illinois, 60649, 773-493-0900, Fax# 773-493-9819, E-mail: nbufchic@sbcglobal.net, Web site: nbufront.org)) On Friday, July 16, 2010, Attorney Roger Wareham of the December 12th Movement from Brooklyn, New York, will speak at a Community Forum on the issue of Reparations at the Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies (CCICS), 700 East Oakwood Boulevard in Chicago, Illinois. Atty. Wareham is a long time activist and organizer in the Black Liberation Movement. We must regain the momentum which the Reparations Movement had in the first few years of this century. The United Nations World Conference Against Racism in Durban, South Africa recognized the Trans-Atlantic Slave

Dr. Conrad Worrill Trade and Slavery as a Crime Against Humanity for which Reparations are due!

The U. N. has declared 2011, the “Year for People of African Descent.” There are different activities being planned. As Malcolm X taught us, we must use the international arena to highlight our National Human Rights’ Demand for Reparations! Let us review the work of the December 12th Movement and NBUF leading up to the World Conference Against Racism.

In 1999, the National Black United Front (NBUF) joined forces with the December 12th Movement in organizing a delegation of Africans in America to attend the United Nations World Conference Against Racism. The conference was held in Durban, South Africa from August 31 to September 7, 6

2001. We should never forget the impact and significance of this organizing project.

The December 12th Movement International Secretariat, the International Association Against Torture, North South XXI has official Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) status with the United Nations. Over the last twenty years, this group has committed much of its organizing efforts to participating in the United Nations Human Rights Commission by presenting numerous issues that impact African people in America. They have been NBUF’s eyes and ears at the U.N. As Atty. Roger Wareham of the December 12th Movement recently revealed in an article circulated on the internet, “Since 1997, when the U.N. agreed to hold this World Conference, the United States, Canada, and Western Europe (the WEO Group of countries) have done all they can to prevent it from succeeding.”

In the spring of 1998, at the African Group meeting during the Commission on Human Rights in Geneva, a Resolution was drafted identifying the Trans Atlantic Slave Trade as a Crime Against Humanity. The United States used all of its influence and blocked the resolution. However, this did not stop the momentum throughout the Afri can World to pursue this resolution becoming an official position of the United Nations World Conference Against Racism.

At the African Regional Preparatory Conference, for the World Conference Against Racism, held in Dakar, Senegal (January 22-24, 2001), the African Ministers developed what has been called the “Dakar Declaration.” In their deliberations, they affirmed, in part, the following: Affirm that the slave trade is a unique tragedy in the history of humanity, particularly against Africans— a crime against humanity which is unparalleled, not only in its abhorrent barbaric feature, but also, in terms of its enormous magnitude, its institutionalized nature, its transnational dimension and especially its negation of the human nature of the victims.

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scendants of the victims, the perpetuation of the prejudice against Africans on the continent and people of African descent in the Diaspora.

Strongly reaffirm that States which pursued racist policies or acts of racial discrimination, such as slavery, colonialism, and apartheid, should assume their full responsibilities and provide adequate reparations to those States, communities and individuals who were victims of such racist policies or acts, regardless of when or by whom they were committed.

International law supports the position that the enslavement of Africans was a crime against humanity. The Charter of the Nuremberg Tribunal defined crimes against humanity in this manner: “Murder, extermination, enslavement, deportation, and other inhumane acts committed against any civilian population… whether or not in violation of the domestic law of the country where perpetuated.”

The African Reparations Movement explains that, “Historians and their experts can show, without difficulty, how the invasion of African territories, the mass capture of Africans, the horrors of the middle passage, the chattelization of Africans in America, and the extermination of the language and culture of the transported Africans, constituted violations of all these international laws.” Thus, the Trans Atlantic Slave Trade was a Crime Against Humanity and, it is clear, African people are owed reparations throughout the world.

Again, as Atty. Wareham explains, “Before the U.N. World Conferences are actually held, they are preceded by PrepCom (Preparatory Committee meetings) in the various geographical regions of the world where the actual content of the final document, the program of action was worked out, and the PreComs were completed. All of the regional PreComs are over. In Geneva, Switzerland, a working group meeting held March 6 –9, 2001 to consider a Draft Declaration (the Durban Declaration) and tried to resolve a dispute about whether compensatory relief (i.e. reparations) should even be considered as a theme of the World Conference. This was only an issue because of U. S. and Western European opposition.” The dispute was not settled and another meeting

Wild …Wild…West Recently our beloved Mayor realized that the U.S. Supreme Court made it clear that citizens had the right to bear arms.

Immediately he went to the City Council and proposed a way to try to get around the prestigious body that upholds the laws of the nation for the citizenry.

Power and the mindset created as a result of the binding document known as the Constitution.

The Supreme Court is the standing body that will jump into gear to make it clear about what the august body represents with regard to those whom it protects under the laws of this nation. Last week this body made it clear that the handgun ordinance supported by the Mayor and City Council was one that violated the constitutional rights of Chicago’s citizens. It was made to be known that city government does not trump the Constitution and that no matter what, the citizens of Chicago have a legitimate right to bear arms and the city government cannot take it away.

It has been a long time coming, 28 years to be more specific, for the law-abiding citizens who have suffered under the tyranny of the ordinance. This ordinance has contributed to law-abiding citizens being victimized by criminals who no matter what the law

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says will do just as they please.

Laws control/govern only those who respect them.No matter how many laws one puts on the books lawbreakers are going to do just that, break the law. So as those who we elect to represent U.S. choose to adopt ordinances that appear to be politically correct the reality of it all remains the same—this is not about the criminal it is about the free man protecting family, possessions and self and not being able to expect government to be every where all the time or even on time.

I know that it will be a long time before the killings and torture of our children ceases.

While we try to live in peace in (Continued on page 7)

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 4) been shown, Mr. Grant was restrained, was on his stomach and motionless. How could an officer surrounded by several other officers feel threatened by a victim thus restrained?

This leads to a very important question. Once a trial date was set, why was there a change in venue? According to the American justice system as I understand it, due process includes the composition of a jury that is supposed to reflect one’s peers. Was the

venue changed to circumvent finding a jury of the peers of the citizen who was dead as a result of being shot in the back?

Was the decision to change the venue made only by the prosecution without input from the defense attorney? What was the rationale for changing the venue?

Was this a deliberate attempt to predetermine the outcome?

I remember a recent case where a college student cut in line in a Wal-Mart; and, because she was (Continued on page 19)

will be held in May in Geneva.

The New York Times revealed, “A conference on racism this summer could be one of the most explosive meetings this organization (United Nations) has ever held, with moves afoot to cast globalization as a racial issue and to demand reparations for the slave trade and colonialism.”

For more than twenty years, the December 12th Movement International Secretariat has fought in defense of the human rights of African people at the United Na-

tions, in both Switzerland and New York. During this time, they have come to help us understand that while we, as African people, may not recognize the importance of the international agency to the progress of our struggle, but the United States and its allies are crystal clear about it.

NBUF agrees with the December 12th Movement that we must continue to organize at the international level in bringing the issues of African people before the world and especially the issue of Reparations.

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THE CHATTERBOX

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

LEBRON SLIPS THE SLAVE TRADE Congrats to Rev. Jesse Jackson who challenged the high and mighty NBA Owners for what they are. Now Ima and Rev. don’t always see eye-to-eye, but on this issue Ima agrees with him wholeheartedly. Ima confronted one of the NBA’s greatest slaveholders, Jerry Reinsdorf during Michael Jordan’s playing days and needless to say Ima got a little afraid for her life. Ima dared to challenge

New York. Ima didn’t go for it, but she couldn’t get no help to expose Reinsdorf for what he was a SLAVEHOLDER. Since we didn’t challenge him then we can attest to the fact that a leopard does not change his spots. A case in point is how the White Sox (also owned by Reinsdorf ) treated the ONE BLACK player they had in Jermaine Dye, whose contract expired at the end of last season. He has been sitting out the whole baseball season and guess how Reinsdorf has treated him?

They have a wicked system that once a prejudiced owner doesn’t pick up a player, the whole damn league blackballs (no pun intended) the player. Dye said he would not reduce his price and why should he? He was one of the home run leaders at the White

Jerry Reinsdorf

LeBron James Reinsdorf about how he treated Michael and how he underpaid the NBA’s greatest draw of all times. Reinsdorf was smoking from all of his orifices and wanted Ima to be sympathetic to his upbringing as a poor whatever in

Critical Commentary (Continued from page 6) and out of our neighborhoods, places where our offspring traverse in and around, we are constantly under the threat of the criminal element seeking to destroy our communities of calm.

Sox? Does that not stand for anything? It does if your hue is not Black. So hats off to Lebron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh. They beat the Slaveholders at their own game. And thanks for bringing Chet Walker out of the woodwork to speak truth to power on this situation. He has been blackballed from the Basketball Hall of Fame for his views of long ago. It don’t make it any less than the truth. I wanted LeBron to come to the Bulls but not at long as Reinsdorf owns them.

Young people, including some young Blacks need to study their history ’cause there is no other name for what the Cleveland Cavaliers’ owner did than what Jesse said. He treated LeBron James like a Runaway Slave. Welcome to a taste of freedom LeBron?

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name being mentioned. How’s that? At some point the States Attorney has to face the criminal for him to confess, is that right? If I see your eye hanging out of your head, your face looking like the elephant man or you just can’t seem to stand and you are crying.

I’m gonna think something IS not quite right. The Chief of police at that time stated that he reported these acts to the States Attorney, Mr. Duglly Do-Right Guv. Blago it is kept, the jails would be so crowded of folks selling jobs, favors and political seats if we but took a small amount of time to round them up. Starting from the highest political office in the land to dog catcher deals are still being made for various and sundry things. And check to see if any grants and monetary donations from the shit house to the White House and in between have cost folks before. Ima believes that the former Guv probably used some of those expletive deletives on somebody whose ego and pride was hurt and because the Guv is non-traditional in his behavior to say the least, they all ganged up on him and voila the trial is on. Now as to his cohort who wanted the Senate seat almost as bad as cotton candy at the carnival, Jesse Jr., he is the most despicable. He’s despicable because he has neglected his district the whole time he has been in Congress and to dare to want to be in the Senate (don’t make me laugh). He’s arrogant and selfcentered and most of all he’s a FBI SPY. I could forgive him for almost anything but being a spy for the agency with three letters, totally turns me off.

-ImaPURE EVIL His name is JON BURGE. When the call first came Black folk should have taken to the streets like the immigrants’ did for reform. All these men regardless of their charges had a right to some form of due process. This city is so f—ked up. We all know of the Irish connection. DALEY, DEVINE AND SHEAHAN. These young boys had no one to protect their rights like they would lead you to believe in Law and Order. Here you have a mad man and his posse, sticking items up rectums and playing football with testicles. Talk about sick.

What I don’t get is that only the victims and their lawyers seem concerned. The Big Mouth Jesse ain’t leading a march! This entire trial took place without the Daley

Want to stay abreast of who has a firearm and who does not?

Have everyone who does not have one register. Let them who wish to have the right to bear arms taken away from law-abiding citizens, pay the fee to give up their rights to protect themselves in times of need. Then elected government representatives, those who are suppose to represent the voters, will know who is carrying and who is not.

Now Ima is open for knowledge, but what the hell is Governor Blagojevich guilty of? He and his wife having a potty mouth? He and his wife wearing and enjoying expensive clothes?

Well his conduct sure as hell does not justify being on trial or a prison sentence. ’Cause quiet as

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GUILTY OF WHAT???

Jon Burge himself Richard Daley. He couldn’t see nothing but being the Mayor. These men endured more than prisoners of war did. Like McCain. Yet you Black folk kept putting him back in office like he was going to change and start liking Black folk. Most people refer to him as the Teflon Don. That’s close enough for me. Fitzgerald can show a change you can believe in if he goes after the mayor.

Burge has got cancer, they say. I can’t say that I feel bad about that. This man is evil. I know back in the day they (white folk) thought that a Black man was lying if his stomach was moving if he was asked a question. I remember the hatred. If this was done to young boys what were they doing to the young ladies? I remember a friend of mine use to have white police officers go take reefer from dealers and bring it to her. They always saw Black females as being freaks. In their heads they always will. I thank Jesus and five other intelligent white men that this bastard was found guilty. I thank the judges who were then public defenders for standing up for the dead. We all know he didn’t do this for as long as he did without some help.

Eric Holder, step up. Do what you are paid to do. At least act like it. Like you act like the U.S. Attorney. Release the hounds.

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trance to court by fellow officers.

Some resigned because they were disciplined for this act, others were demoted. In the end it was a misdemeanor. His brother also has a history with violence. Their daddy who is a retired detective must have been owed a lot of favors. The officer that killed the two young men walked away without a charge. There’s no way in hell any person of color could have been involved in such a tragic accident and not be given a breath test for alcohol. He wasn’t even questioned. The officer who was drunk and pulled his weapon on the cab driver when he requested his fare. He then passed out and fellow officers passed him off to a supervisor who proceeded to cover this mess up. Do you know why this can happen?

Why none of these officers fear discipline? Clout. Yeah they keep their in-house s—t to themselves.

They threaten witnesses, they lie.

They do all the things that you can’t do. When Superman was hired for that outrageous amount of money, I believe that it was to

Jody Weis spare the taxpayers from paying for the lawsuits that have bankrupted Chicago. I personally think he’s just one T-Cell from autism.

The officer that was videoed at Provident beating an old man’s ass was turned over to the FEDS. Rank and file officers closed ranks on Weis. Then he moved commanders around. He screwed the pooch. There were many killings that summer. Chicago can screw up your Sundays but they can’t stop the shootings in, say, Englewood. These cops know who, what, when and where. Most of them are too busy tricking off with fellow officers or women in the street. (With the exception of the few that give a damn). Weis rides around burning gas, as well as expelling it. You got dumb and dumber controlling the officers who are supposed to protect and serve. If this shit wasn’t so real it would be funny. No one wants to believe the racial bull that still runs deep in the police department. Ask one on the low, they’ll talk. You didn’t hear this from me.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY READING IS ARTRAGEOUS: Summer Reads for Adults is the fourth annual summer reading program designed especially for adult and teenage readers at the Chicago Public Library. The program runs through August 31, and incorporates the same “celebrating art and reading every day” theme, so all family members can develop a profound understanding of visual arts by reading interesting books about art and artists. Adult and teen readers are also encouraged to participate in a number of free, informative, thought–provoking and fun programs that will elevate their enjoyment of art. On Saturday, July 17, 11 am, at the McKinley Park Branch, 1915 W. 35th Street, the Chicago Public Library invites all teenagers to enhance their summer reading by participating in a special event that supports the Reading is Art -RAGEOUS. Come and meet author Laura Ruby, author of Bad Apple, a Chicago Public Library Best of the Best publication for teens, and learn more about creative writing. Seating is limited and advanced registration is required.

Please call 312-747-6082 for registration information.

MILLENIUM PARK FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL: Millennium Park is celebrating its fifth birthday with a Family Fun Festival continuing through Monday, July 19th in the Chase Promenade North. The theme of the festival is the diversity of Chicago’s many neighborhoods.

Several activities are planned that will enable visitors to learn all about the multicultural aspects of the city. At the festival you can make your own Artist Trading Cards using paraphernalia from different Chicago neighborhoods, or participate in a diorama project of the city’s neighborhoods that aims to reproduce much of Chicago in miniature. There is even an enormous puzzle of Chicago’s neighborhoods that will truly take a group effort to complete!

freshments will be available at the event. Kids will find that there are several activities just for them in the Kids’ Corner, including Story Time, a SingAlong, a Ferris Wheel, Pony Rides and even Children’s Yoga!

For the adults, there will be live music by bands such as Rusted Root, Funkadesi and Poi Dog Pondering. Garden lovers – and everyone else – will find that the Sheffield Garden Walk simply cannot be missed.

LAKE EFFECT AT JAZZIN’ AT THE SHEDD: Shedd Aquarium’s 16th annual summer concert series, Jazzin’ at the Shedd, fills Wednesday nights with the magical sounds of Chicago’s favorite musicians and offers a front row seat for Chicago’s fireworks display. On Wednesday, July 21, Lake Effect will fill the Jazzin’ event with music. The event paves the way to summer enjoyment in Chicago with a stunning skyline backdrop, smooth jazz sounds and fireworks. During Jazzin’ at the Shedd, the Aquarium is open later, offering a rare look at what goes bump in the night in Shedd’s original galleries. Swing by the sharks in Wild Reef, explore the North and South Poles with the penguins in Polar Play Zone and get a glimpse of Nunavik, the newly named six-month-old beluga whale calf in the Oceanarium.

The Shedd Aquarium is located at 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago.

MORGAN PARK ACADEMY ADMISSIONS COFFEE: Morgan Park Academy will be hosting an Admissions Coffee on Wednesday, July 21 at 9 am to provide information on the educational advantages the Academy offers. Morgan Park Academy pursues the highest levels of educational excellence from preschool through 12th grade, with an emphasis on independent thinking and scholarship. Academy graduates consistently achieve success in college and embrace leadership roles throughout their lives. This year alone, 75% of the senior class received college scholarships, totaling $3 million dollars over four years, or an average of $79,000 per graduate. Please RSVP to attend the coffee at 773-881-6700, ext. 246.

GARDEN WALKS: Spend more time outdoors by visiting some beautiful gardens; the 51st Dearborn Garden Walk is held on Monday, July 19th and begins at 1300 N. Dearborn Parkway. This five-hour walk will take you through several private gardens and teach you how to make the most of small outdoor spaces.

Truly, these gardens are not only lovely but inspiring as well! As another “Walk” alternative, also on Monday, July 19th is the 41st Annual Sheffield Garden Walk, beginning at Webster and Sheffield. This features over 100 gardens and a Garden Center. Re-

NATUROPATHIC LECTURE AT WHOLE FOODS MARKET IN LAKEVIEW: Learn how to go green when it comes to your body. In a lecture entitled “What is Naturopathic Medicine and What Can it Do for You?” at the Whole Foods Market in Lakeview on Thursday, July 22nd at 6:30 pm, Susan Wojcik will be

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teaching the philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine, which includes nutrition, homeopathy, herbology and acupuncture. The latest trends in organic food and raw diets are only the beginning; there is so much to learn about how we can be healthier while living more in harmony with nature. What you learn from this lecture can impact you at the deepest level! Whole Foods Market in Lakeview is located at 3300 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657. For more information, please call 773-244-

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JOURNEY TO THE STARS AT THE ADLER PLANETARIUM: The spectacular new space show, Journey to the Stars, narrated by Academy Award-winning actress Whoopi Goldberg, is ongoing and features extraordinary images from telescopes on the ground and in space and stunning, never-before-seen visualizations of physics-based simulations at the Adler Planetarium’s Definit Space Theater. Adler Planetarium is located at 1300 S. Lake

Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605. The dazzling new show launches visitors through space and time to experience the life and death of the stars in our night sky, including our own nurturing Sun. Tour familiar stellar formations, explore new celestial mysteries, and discover the fascinating, unfolding story that connects us all to the stars. Those who come along for the journey may never see the night sky in the same way again. Call 312-922STAR or visit www.adlerplanetarium.org for more information.

MARK DONAHUE (left), PRESIDENT of the Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge #7, and Greg Bella (far right), 3rd Vice President, presented the Distinguished Service Award to Chicago Police Officers Zachary Rubald (second from left-right), Miguel Romero, Juliette Scott, and Geoffrey Baker (not pictured). Donahue stated, “Due to the Officers’ determination, bravery and courage in a difficult situation, two dangerous criminals and two deadly firearms were removed from the streets of the City of Chicago.” Donahue concluded by stating, “It is with great appreciation that the Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge #7, presents Officers Zachary Rubald, Miguel Romero, Geoffrey Baker and Juliette Scott with the Distinguished Service Award.”

Extended Coverage It’s hard to believe that a generation or two ago, youngsters would sit, stand or even climb around in a car, unrestrained— and a lot of them were killed in auto accidents. *** Today’s rules are worth following. Just as we are safer with seat belts and air bags, our children are safer properly seated. Keep infants in a rear-facing infant seat in the back seat, at least until age 1 and 20 pounds.

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See the insurance folks at Community Insurance Center, 526 East 87th Street, your insurance headquarters. We have been serving the community since 1962.

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

*** Then, kids should ride in a forward-facing car seat, until age 4 and 40 pounds. Even older children are required to use a booster, still in the back seat, until age 8— usually 4’9” and 80 pounds. *** The back seat is the ideal place until age 13, using an adult seat belt. Even up until age 16, it cuts the risk of serious injury. *** When parents set firm in-thecar rules, their teens are half as likely to be in an accident, 71 percent less likely to drink and drive, and 29 percent less likely to phone or text while driving.

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BUSINESS Even with Wall Street Reform, the Quest for Financial Fairness Continues

By Charlene Crowell NNPA Financial Writer WASHINGTON - As Capitol Hill works to complete historic Wall Street reforms, most of the public debate has focused on mainstream lending such as bank practices, loans and credit

Charlene Crowell cards. Yet according to one of the nation’s Federal Reserve Banks, 30 million American households -- nearly one in four -- are either unbanked or under-banked.

These families instead turn to alternative financial services for their monetary mainstays.

According to the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, unbanked or under-banked residents operate in a subculture that eschews traditional lenders and instead patronizes non-bank operations such as pre-paid cards, check-cashing and/or convenience stores and pawn shops. Many households with unpredictable cash flow and few savings were found to experience difficulty maintaining minimum balances or managing limits on availability of funds as many traditional lenders require. Additionally, overdraft fees, unexpected charges to accounts and account disputes together have led many households to adopt a combination of cash, money orders and prepaid debit cards for their personal financial transactions.

Sadly, these recent 2010 findings mirror those of a December 2009 report from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Although Black and Hispanic households respectively account for 13.1 and 11.1 percent of all U.S. households, FDIC found that Latino and African-American communities together represent more than 60 percent of the nation’s unbanked households. Among the nation’s unbanked households, 36.9 percent are African-Americans.

FDIC defines a household as “unbanked” if no one in the family has a checking or savings account. “Under-banked” households are those that have a The Chicago Crusader

checking or savings account but rely on alternative financial services that use non-bank money

orders, payday loans, rent-to-own agreements, or pawn shops at least once or twice a year. Each

year alternative financial services drain an estimated $11 billion from the pockets of moderate

and low-income households through a series of related fees.

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BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE

Broadband Can Improve the Lives of African Americans Broadband promises to empower and strengthen low-income and minority Americans provided that more people in this demographic are able to adopt and use it effectively.

Currently, only 46 percent of African Americans have adopted broadband at home, compared to 63 percent of all adults. Experts say increasing the adoption rate is critical since this technology has proven to positively impact the wellbeing of communities by promoting equitable access to educational, employment, and healthcare resources and providing enormous opportunities for the economic, which, in turn, benefits the entire U.S. economy.

Broadband facilitates ready access to health information and low-cost telemedicine resources. The wealth of information available on health websites such as WebMD (www.webmd.com) empowers African Americans to more carefully manage their health and make informed decisions regarding care. Telemedicine technologies – such as mobile health tools and remote monitoring - expand access to quality healthcare at lower costs.

The educational opportunities enabled by broadband are also significant. Educational websites, for example, allow users to explore a wide variety of topics and to pursue afford-

able online degrees, while online degree programs allow non-traditional students to earn a degree with a flexible, customized schedule, which may suit students who must work full-time or have family responsibilities. Such opportunities provide an opportunity to level the playing field and enhance career successes.

Overall, broadband promotes the economic empowerment of minorities by enabling participation in ecommerce and improving access to career opportunities. The convenience and cost-savings associated with online shopping are particularly valuable for low-income residents since many live in areas where basic

groceries are oftentimes more expensive than other areas. Job listings and career-building resources are also readily available to those individuals with a high-speed Internet connection. Websites such as CareerBuilder.com can link workers to jobs and provide employment-related advice and recommendations.

The economic opportunities enabled by broadband are perhaps most important to African Americans, who with a 16.5% nationwide unemployment rate, could use the technology to provide users with a pathway to more opportunity and hope for life after the recession.

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EDUCATION eLearners.com’s “Women Who Rule the World” Networking and Empowerment Dinner Series Arrives in Chicago on August 13 Six-City Tour Features Discussions with Prominent Local Leaders, Nearly $5 Million in Full-Tuition College Scholarships, Free Career Coaching, Dinner and More eLearners.com (www.eLearners.com), a web resource of EducationDynamics, which connects prospective students with online classes, will bring its networking and empowerment dinner series, “Women Who Rule the World” to Chicago, IL on Friday, August 13, 2010 to the Doubletree Chicago Magnificent Mile (300 E. Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611) from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The “Women Who Rule the World” series is part of eLearners.com’s Project Working Mom 2010 program, which is offering close to $5 million in full-tuition scholarships to help parents return to school to improve their lives and the lives of their families.

The “Women Who Rule the World” tour is a series that empowers and motivates women to enhance their career, education and personal life. The events are presented by eLearners.com and co-hosted by national charitable partners, Dress for Success Worldwide and Project Single Moms. Women, who pre-register to attend at www.projectworkingmom.com, will enjoy an evening of free career coaching, full-tuition college scholarship opportunities, dinner and a networking power hour with prominent business, political and community leaders . “This is a unique opportunity for women to come together to hear stories of trial and success, to refresh their outlook on their career and education and to walk

away feeling powerful about their future,” said Stephanie Clark, National Director of Project Single Moms, spokesperson for Project Working Mom 2010 and Producer of the “Women Who Rule the World” networking and empowerment dinner series as part of the Project Working Mom 2010 campaign.Both moms and dads are also encouraged to apply for the scholarships online, “We know that being a mom is a full-time job and we encourage all moms, even the ones who can’t get a night out, to apply online for our scholarships at www.projectworkingmom.com. Our mission is to let moms know that when they return to school it improves not only their lives, but the lives of their children,” says Stephanie Clark.

The “Women Who Rule the World” networking and empowerment dinner series makes its fifth national stop in Chicago, IL on Friday, August 13 with a panel discussion about the balancing act of family, career and education.

In addition to the panel discussions, the “Women Who Rule the World” event will include: • Free, individual career coaching offered by Michael Cushman and Ayn Fox. Cushman is the immediate-past president of the Denver Coach Federation and Fox is a certified Master Coach by the International Coach Federation.

• The opportunity to apply for a full-tuition scholarship through Project Working Mom 2010.

The program is awarding close to $5 million in full-tuition scholarships to participating accredited online colleges and universities.

About 285 moms and dads will receive a scholarship in 2010 to attend one of the following

STEPHANIE CLARK, NATIONAL Director of Project Single Moms, spokesperson for Project Working Mom 2010, at Women Who Rule the World Event. (Photo Credit- Trey Burns) schools tuition-free: Ashford Mom, Project Single Moms keting for eLearners.com. “Our University, Everest University, Worldwide, Dress for Success, hope is that the added benefit of Virginia College, Walden Univer- and the Worldwide, National being able to network with sucsity, Capella University, Saint Leo Coalition of 100 Black Women. cessful entrepreneurs, executives University, Allied Schools and “eLearners.com and Project and business leaders will inspire Ashworth College.

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COMMUNITY Muntu Dance Theatre Gala to showcase “The Pearl Primus Project” As the summer heat begins to soar, Muntu Dance Theater readies to electrify audiences from across Chicago with the gala premiere of “Cultural Bridges … The Pearl Primus Project” – a celebration of the life and work of dance icon Dr. Pearl Primus. The concert and gala will be held Saturday, July 17, at the Harris Theater for Music & Dance in Millennium Park at 7 p.m.

“A Negro Speaks of Rivers.” Reconstruction of the original choreography is by Kim BaersBailey, assistant artistic director of Philadanco (Philadelphia Dance Co.). Muntu Dance Theatre is the first African dance company to receive and perform one of Dr. Primus’ works. Muntu has been awarded an American Masterpieces Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of this project.

World renown for the historical, social and political context of her works, Dr. Primus was a pioneering dancer, choreographer and teacher whose anthropological work exposed audiences to the realities of Black life in America and to the richness of African and Caribbean dance. A powerful performer and lecturer, Dr. Primus played a role similar to Katherine Dunham in establishing dance by and about Blacks as an important part of the American culture.

The gala performance will feature signature work originally choreographed by Dr. Primus in 1944 and premiered by her company in 1945. It includes text from the Langston Hughes poem

Join Muntu Dance Theater for its July Jamborees, to be held on Wednesdays on July 14, 21, and 28. The events are 60-minute performances for youth, groups and parents to interact with Muntu musicians and dancers for an up-close and personal shared experience of African dance and music. Children and audience members are encouraged to share what they learn in traditional “call and response” and through expressive movement on the stage.

These events are held at the International House at the University of Chicago in Assembly Hall. For more information, call Muntu Dance Theatre at 773.241.6086.

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EXPERIENCE THE MUNTU Dance Theater’s July Jamborees live every Wednesday through July 28 at the University of Chicago’s International House in Assembly Hall. Additional information is available at 773.241.6086.

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ENTERTAINMENT

The NEW Four-One-One

By Raymond Ward FOR THE KIDS!: Three legendary performers will join forces for one unforgettable night on Saturday, August 14th at 7:00 PM at The Rosemont Theatre. That’s when world renowned instrumentalist Kenny G, teams up with Broadway legend Stephanie Mills and singer-songwriter Jeffrey Osborne for a concert which will benefit the children, families and doctors of Shriners Hospital for Children.

Multi-platinum Grammy-winning recording artist Kenny G has sold more than 75 million albums and recently released his 13th studio album, “Heart and Soul,” and during the concert he will be performing songs from the new album as well as audience favorites. “Heart and Soul” returns Kenny to his R&B roots and includes tracks featuring guest artists Robin Thicke and Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds. Kenny G is easily the world’s most renowned saxophonist and he has collaborated with the likes of Barbra Streisand, Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole, Frank Sinatra and Whitney Houston, just to name a few.

Acclaimed singer Stephanie Mills, who took Broadway by storm in the Tony Award-winning musical, “The Wiz” will perform as Kenny G’s special guest and her newest album “Breathless” will be released later this year.

Stephanie wrote 8 of the 10 songs which describe the beauty and the sadness in relationships, featured on the new album.

Jeffrey Osborne whose solo career has brought him five Gold and Platinum albums will perform Stephanie Mills along with Kenny G and Stephanie Mills. Osborne who was originally a member of the group, L.T.D. decided to pursue a solo career, which produced several “Top 40” hits. On October 6, 2010, he will release “From The Soul,” the eagerly awaited new album which showcases classic songs by Teddy Pendergrass, Aretha Franklin, Curtis Mayfield and many others. With his distinctive baritone voice, Osborne confirms why he remains one of R&B’s most enduring talents.

Every penny raised from this once-in-a-lifetime event will benefit Shriners Hospital for Children, providing medical care for children 18 years of age and younger at no charge to patient or family. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 1800-745-3000. Tickets range in price from $49.50 to $500.00.

An A+: Tina Reynolds, a teacher from the Bravo Academy at Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School in Oak Park has been selected as an outstanding national educator at this year’s Junior Festival for her direction of “Seussical JR.” The Junior Theatre Festival is the world’s largest musical theatre festival dedicated to troupes that work with elementary and middle school students and Ms. Reynolds was one of eight bestowed the honor.

Ms. Reynolds will soon be flown to New York City to be recognized for her achievement where the eight educators will participate in Master Classes with some of Broadway’s leading choreographers, directors, producers, actors and designers.

WELL DESERVED: The legendary late composer and performer Curtis Mayfield will be honored this weekend at the National Black Arts Festival in Atlanta, Georgia during an event entitled, “To Curtis With Love.”

Ten years after his death his music continues to inspire audiences, influence artists and serve as a mirror which reflects our humanity. Paying tribute to Curtis will be: The Impressions, Eddie Levert, Van Hunt, Frank McComb, Dionne Farris and Joi Gilliam, in a program which is worth a trip to Atlanta just to be a part of. For more information you may visit. www.NBAF.org JUMPING THE BROOM: Comedian Martin Lawrence married his longtime girlfriend, Shamicka Gibbs at his home in Beverly Hills, California this past weekend. The private nuptials were attended by 120 guests in(Continued on page 16) 12

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ENTERTAINMENT: CHICAGO STYLE

By Elaine Hegwood Bowen, MSJ

Hotel for Dogs

DON CHEADLE STARS with Jake T. Austin and Emma Roberts in Hotel for Dogs, one of the free family films screening Tuesday, July 20, at select AMC theaters.

AMC Theatres® offers $1 movies during AMC summer movie camp® Moviegoers of All Ages Are Invited to Tuesday Morning Movies Admissions & Concessions to Benefit AMC Charitable Partners $1 movies for kids and adults alike during the summer on Tuesdays only at certain theater screenings. Please check your local AMC theater for further information about these great savings for outings with the children.

Kids and adults alike can enjoy the magic of movies on Tuesday mornings this summer at AMC Summer MovieCamp in participating markets. An affordable option to summer fun for families and children’s groups, AMC Theatres is proud to offer the program in 90 percent of AMC’s markets in the U.S. and Canada through August 10, 2010. A fee of $1 per guest will be charged for admissions, with all admission and concession proceeds (excluding taxes and operating costs) benefiting two of AMC’s important national charitable partners, Variety – The Children’s Charity and the Will Rogers Institute.

The next scheduled film is Hotel for Dogs, which is rated PG, and will screen on Tuesday, July 20.

Cheadle stars as Bernie, Brown stars as Ms. Camwell and Pratt stars as Heather in a story about Andi and her little brother Bruce, whose foster home strictly forbids animals. But for Friday, the adorable dog they secretly care for, they're ready to risk everything.

They finally find him an ideal shelter, a huge abandoned hotel that Bruce transforms thanks to his en-

gineering genius. In what has become an incredible paradise for dogs, Friday is soon joined by all kinds of furry friends, so many in fact that their barks alert the neighbors... and the local pound, who can't understand the disappearance of all the stray dogs. Andi and Bruce will have to call on all their friends and all their imagination to stop the hotel's secret from being discovered.

Cheadle has young children and reportedly was pleased to do a movie that his entire family could enjoy. He has just come off box-office success with Iron Man 2, and he reportedly is doing a film around the late jazz great Miles Davis.

The final movies to be screened in this summer series are as follows: July 27, 2010 Kung Fu Panda (PG) August 3, 2010 The Spiderwick Chronicles (PG) August 10, 2010 Surprise Mystery Title During Summer MovieCamp, AMC Entertainment will also offer KidsPackTM concession combos for $4, over 30 percent off the regular price. This KidsPack discount is only valid during Summer MovieCamp showtimes.

AMC Theatres, a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company, has hosted Summer MovieCamp for 25 years. Summer MovieCamp will present some of Paramount’s and DreamWorks’ top-performing family films on the big screen every Tuesday morning throughout the summer.

Advance tickets are on sale at 215 participating AMC theatre loca-

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tions and online. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and shows will begin at 10 a.m. local time nationwide. A complete list of participating theatres with schedules is available at www.AMCEntertainment.com/S MC. About AMC Theatres Headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., AMC Theatres is a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company. With a history of industry leadership and innovation dating back to 1920, the company today serves hundreds of millions of guests annually through interests in 380 theatres with 5,325 screens in five countries. www.amctheatres.com About Variety – The Children’s Charity Founded in 1928, Variety – The Children’s Charity is an enthusiastic group of business leaders who donate their time, resources and energy to positively impact the lives of children. Variety’s innovative and collaborative national mobility program provides critical assistance to children with disabilities both locally and around the world. To learn more about this organization, please visit www.usvariety.org.

About Will Rogers Institute The Will Rogers Institute perpetuates the memory of Will Rogers by promoting and engaging in medical research pertaining to cardiopulmonary diseases, educating the public on health and fitness issues and providing neonatal ventilators to hospitals in need. www.wrinstitute.org.

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WORLD OF MUSIC By Dr. Barbara Wright-Pryor A man, incognito, worth millions (A survey conducted by Washington Post writer Gene Weingarten) A young man sat at a Metro station in Washington DC and started to play the violin on a cold January morning. He played six pieces

by Johann Sebastian Bach for about forty-five minutes. During that time, since it was rush hour, it was calculated that thousands of people passed through the station, most of them on their way to work.

Three minutes went by and a middle aged man noticed there was a musician playing. He slowed his pace and stopped for a few seconds and then hurried up to meet his schedule.

A minute later, the violinist received his first dollar tip: a woman threw the money in the till and, without stopping, continued to walk. A few minutes later, someone leaned against the wall to listen to him, but the man looked at his watch and started to walk again.

Clearly he was late for work.

The one who paid the most attention to the man playing the violin was a three-year-old boy. His mother tagged him along hurriedly, but the young lad stopped to look at the violinist. Finally the

Joshua Bell mother pushed hard and the child continued to walk away, turning his head all the time. This action was repeated by several other children. All the parents, without exception, forced them to move on.

During the forty-five minutes that the unknown musician played, only six people stopped and stayed for a while. About

twenty others gave him money but continued to walk at their normal pace.

When he finished playing and silence took over, no one noticed.

No one applauded nor was there any recognition. The violinist collected $32.17 contributed by 27 of 1,097 passersby. Only seven people stopped to listen, and just one

of them recognized the performer.

The violinist was Joshua Bell, winner of the Avery Fisher Prize for outstanding achievement in classical music and one of the most famous musicians the world over. He played some of the most intricate pieces ever composed his 1713 Stradivarius violin for which he paid 3.5 million dollars. Two days before playing in the subway, Joshua Bell had performed a soldout concert in Boston’s Symphony Hall where the average ticket price was $100.

Joshua Bell playing incognito in the Metro station was organized by the Washington Post as part of a social experiment about perception, taste and priorities of people. The outlines were: in a commonplace environment at an inappropriate hour: Do we perceive beauty? Do we stop to appreciate it? Do we recognize the talent

in an unexpected context?

Weingarten’s 2007 survey was conducted in order to determine if people would distinguish between a world-class instrumental virtuoso and an ordinary street musician if the only difference between them was the setting. One of the possible conclusions from this experience could be: If we do not have a moment to stop and listen to one of the best musicians in the world playing the best music ever written, how many other things are we missing?

(Take time to enjoy the beauty in each day, for when the night comes, the beauty is hidden from view and the night is long. BWP)

CSO awards Bernard Haitink the Theodore Thomas Medallion The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association awarded Principal Conductor Bernard Haitink the prestigious Theodore Thomas Medallion for Distinguished Service to recognize and celebrate his outstanding musicianship and dedicated leadership during his four-year tenure at his final concert as principal conductor Sun-

go Symphony Orchestra’s history to hold that title. In his time as principal conductor, Haitink led the Orchestra in a total of 22 distinct subscription programs, including rarely performed works as well as major symphonies by Haydn, Mozart, Bruckner, Brahms, Mahler and Shostakovich; masterworks of the choral reper-

CSO Principal Conductor Bernard Haitink is presented with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s Theodore Thomas Medallion by concertmaster Robert Chen (center) and bassist Stephen Lester (left), after leading the CSO and Chorus in Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Sunday, June 20, 2010. (Photo

by Todd Rosenberg) day afternoon, June 20, in Or- toire featuring the Chicago Symchestra Hall. The CSO brass sec- phony Chorus; new pieces such tion also honored him with a as Peter Lieberson’s “Neruda spontaneous “Tusch,” the tradi- Songs” and the world premiere of tional fanfare played at signifi- Mead Composer-in-Residence cant occasions.

Mark-Anthony Turnage’s “ChicaHaitink was appointed princi- go Remains;” and the three-week pal conductor in May of 2006, Beethoven Festival, which conthe first conductor in the Chica- cluded the 2009/10 season.

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Haitink led the Orchestra on three triumphant international tours—two to Europe and a 10concert trip to Yokohama, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing, marking both his and the Orchestra’s historic first appearances in mainland China.

In addition, he and the Orchestra also traveled to Carnegie Hall in New York City, giving two concerts each in May 2008 and May 2009. Haitink made his Ravinia Festival debut leading the Orchestra in Mahler’s Symphony No. 6 in July 2008.

In May 2007, Haitink helped to launch the Orchestra’s own record label, CSO Resound, with Mahler’s Symphony No. 3, recorded during his first concerts as principal conductor. Subsequent releases include Strauss’s “Ein Heldenleben” with Weber’s “Im Sommerwind;” Mahler’s Symphonies Nos. 1, 2 and 6; Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7; Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 4, which won the 2008 Grammy Award for Best Orchestral Performance.

The Theodore Thomas Medallion, named after the founder and first music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and established in 1982, is awarded to retiring members of the Orchestra and to other recipients on very special occasions in recognition of distinguished service to the CSO.

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The names of Adolphus Hailstork and Avner Dorman were inadvertently transposed beneath the photos accompanying The Alabama Symphony article on page 14 in last week’s issue of The Chicago Crusader. We deeply regret and apologize for the error and any inconvenience it may have caused. Ed.

Music Notes Monday, July 26 at 6:00 pm, members of Rembrandt Chamber Players, the Orion Ensemble and Fifth House Ensemble will perform music of Malcolm Arnold, Andre Previn and Peter Schickele at South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 South Shore Drive. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend.

Secured parking in the South Shore Cultural Center lots is $1.00 per hour. ++++ The Rembrandt Chamber Players, Robert Morgan, oboe; Robert Hanford, violin; Keith Conant, viola; and Barbara Haffner, cello; will perform the Malcolm Arnold Quartet for Oboe and Strings.

Andre Previn’s Trio for Oboe,

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Bassoon and Piano will be presented by Fifth House Ensemble members Crystal Hall, oboe; Karl Rzasa, bassoon; and Adam Marks, piano ++++ Performing the Peter Schickele Quartet for Clarinet, Violin, Cello and Piano will be the Orion Ensemble, Kathryn Pirtle, clarinet; Florentina Ramniceanu, violin; Judy Stone, cello; and Diana Schmuke, piano. A surprise encore featuring members of all the ensembles will close the concert. ++++ For further contact Rembrandt Chamber Players at rembrandtcp@ameritech.net or visit www.rembrandtchamberplayers.org.

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SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING Reverend Al Sharpton to honor Fernwood UMC’s Reverend Al Sampson Sampson celebrates 35 years in ministry at Fernwood UMC

an activist for many causes including the Black farmers organization.

It has been 35 years since the pulpit of Fernwood United Methodist Church was graced by the presence of Massachusetts native Albert Richard Sampson.

Reverend Dr. Al Sampson, ordained by Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, has served as the pastor of the Southside church nonstop while continuing his role as

The celebration honoring Reverend Dr. Sampson takes place on Sunday, July 18 commencing at 2:00 P.M. and continuing until 6:00 P.M. at the Harambee House on 119th and Loomis. Joining in the celebration is Reverend Al Sharpton, President of the National Action Network, New York City, who is slated

as the guest speaker.

The messages of Reverend Dr. Sampson have both encouraged and provided the tools necessary to help people believe in themselves, their dreams and live their lives to their fullest potential this is according to some very ardent admirers. It was also agreed that his messages provide inspiration, integrity, and courage.

Reverend Dr. Sampson

Reverend Dr. Sampson played an important role in

the campaign of Chicago’s first African American mayor, Mayor Harold Washington as a member of the Task Force for Black Political Empowerment. Sampson is president of the National Black Farmers Harvest and Business Trade Cooperative and serves on numerous Boards and organizations that stress the economic development of the Black community. He served as a scholar consultant for the Black Heritage Bible and

spearheading the Black Farmers concept, where his motto is “There is no culture without agriculture.”

The anniversary committee expects to welcome at least 300 well-wishers to the Harambee House, 119th Loomis on July 18th at 2:00 P.M. for this momentous occasion.

Tickets for the event are still available and may be obtained by calling 773881-0800.

Harvey church hosts Entrepreneurial Clinic for local teens The USA closed yet another festive Fourth of July holiday weekend recently with all of the razzamatazz, the smell of a great meal and the comfort of knowing the enjoyment of family and friends. And while the country celebrated independence and history The Grace Place Church of God in Harvey lead by Pastor Patrice Turner was preparing for an opportunity of a lifetime. In step with the celebration of independence in this motherland Pastor

Patrice prepares to give birth to her idea, Teen Entrepreneurial Clinic.

Commencing Monday, July 19, 2010, young people from Harvey and surrounding communities will have the opportunity to participate in a four-day business clinic that will teach them the fundamentals of starting a business. The Grace Place Church and several local business owners have joined together to bring this needed event to the community.

The goal of the Teen Entre-

preneurial is to enable teens to explore small business ownership and other selfemployment options. “Having two sons who graduated high school in recent years has made it clear that the current job market and economic situation make employment opportunities scarce,” said Pastor Patrice.

“It’s difficult to hear so many young people lament the lack of jobs, so our church started looking for a way to enable them to empower themselves.”

Although /youth ages 1621 years of age can attend this four-day event at no cost, registration is required.

“I’m looking forward to the clinic. I want to publish my own book of poetry and teach other people how to write and appreciate poetry,” stated 18-year-old Mario J. Gill.

Several business owners have signed up as mentors to lead sessions, make presentations and answer questions.

Planning, production, marketing, sales techniques,

team-building skills and financial statements are a few of the topics that will be discussed. “I speak around the country to our youth encouraging them to understand and know that there are different avenues they can seek to do something positive with their lives,” said owner of Group Design Associates, Ronald E Garner.

“One thing for sure is this, young people don’t make up 100% of our population, but they do make up 100% of our future.”

The clinic will run on Monday, July 19, Wednesday, July 21, Monday, July 26 and Wednesday, July 28 from 10 A.M. until 3 P.M. Sessions will be held at the Harvey YMCA, 178 East 155th, in Harvey, Illinois.

“This clinic will open teens to the possibility of business, personal and spiritual ownership,” remarked Pastor Patrice.

Interested parties can register online at www.graceplacecog.net or via phone at (708) 589-1327.

July 21 Gala to raise funds for Youth Programs The turbulent and difficult economic times are hitting youths hard. According to official statistics released recently, 40 percent of Black youths are unemployed as against 23 percent of whites.

Summer youth job programs by the city and the state have limited funding, and thousands of youths will not have jobs to earn money and stay away from crime.

Even those who plan to attend summer school face cuts in vital programs including mentoring, tutoring and after-school programs.

“There is an urgent need for the youths to have these programs because of one basic reason, the breakdown or demise of the family unit in various communities,” says Reverend Ernest Baker, President/CEO of the Access Hope Inc., a new organization that works to provide much-needed youth, adult and senior services.

In order to obtain funds to support its youth programs, Access Hope will host its 1st Annual Gala for Education on Wednesday, July 21, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Ramada Hotel at 50th and Lakeshore Drive. The gala’s theme is, “Honoring AcadeThe Chicago Crusader

Reverend Ernest Baker mic Excellence and Remembering Our Fallen Youth.”

Reverend Baker, who is also the senior pastor of the New Hope Christian Missionary Baptist Church, said five outstanding high school seniors will be honored with scholarships at the gala.

“Outstanding youths must be honored. In various communities, many homes don’t have both parents present.

There is the prevalent influence of drugs and violence, and this diverts the attention of the youth from what they should do to prepare for the future.”

Access Hope, which began operations in January 2008, has 501(c)3 status granted by the Internal Revenue Service. Under the group’s men-

toring program, about 60 elementary and high school students from ages six to 18 years, are served. The program, started in January 2009, holds weekly sessions. In addition to mentoring, the group’s youth programs include tutoring, after-school programs and life skills workshop. The group recently organized trips to the Taste of Chicago, Chicago Children’s Museum at Navy Pier and historical sites in Detroit, Michigan.

“Our investment is an investment in souls whereas investors in the world make monetary gains. We are in the soul business,” declared Reverend Baker.

Funding for the group’s services comes from private donations, although there are plans to apply for grants. Access Hope’s executive director Alexander Blumenberg coordinates the group’s activites to assist the youths to cope with the difficult economic times.

Minister Nicholas Thompson, executive director of the Africa Resurrection and Restoration Ministries, also lends support to Access Hope as a member of its board of directors. He called

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for strong public support for Access Hope because its success goes beyond services provided to the youth. An indication of this is that many educators, publically elected officials and community leaders have been invited to attend the gala that will showcase the group’s programs.

Seniors are also benefitting from the group’s computer classes. The first four-week computer program started in November last year, and a second class began in February this year. Instruction is provided in basic computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Pic-

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ture Manager and Power Point.

“Our computer program for the seniors is a huge success,” Reverend Baker said.

“About 20 computers for the classes were provided by the International Fellowship

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of Christians and Jews and the New Hope Baptist Church.”

Applications are now being accepted for the next class, which begins on August 3rd.

Those interested in attending the computer class and the Education Gala are encouraged to call (773) 978 4700.

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Even with Wall Street Reform . . .

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According to Jeff Gerritt, a Detroit Free Press columnist, the nation’s largest poor city – Detroit – nearly half of all Motor City households lack traditional bank accounts. “Convenience plays a part” wrote Gerritt, “especially for the nearly one-third of Detroit households that don’t have vehicles. In many neighborhoods, the corner party store is a lot closer and more accessible than a bank – and presents a lot fewer hassles.”

Among public policy advocates, some would readily agree with Gerritt’s assessment. Recent written remarks to the FDIC from a wide range of organizations addressed many of the underlying issues surrounding unbanked and under-banked consumers and the inherent problems with building financial assets.

For example, Heidi Goldberg with the National League of Cities advised, “Lack of access to the financial mainstream makes it difficult for families and communities to thrive. Individuals who are un- or under-banked must operate in a cash economy, which means the few assets they do have are vulnerable to loss from theft or natural disaster. Neighborhoods also suffer from the consequences of a cash economy, which can erode public safety and increase theft and related crimes.”

Ms. Goldberg continued, “Perhaps most important-

ly, financially underserved families miss out on opportunities to build assets when they do not have access to affordable, mainstream banking products.”

Addressing the urban dynamics that lead consumers to alternative financial services, Dory Rand, president of the Chicagobased Woodstock Institute in part wrote to FDIC, “Products such as money orders are important because many landlord and small business owners in LMI [Low-to-Moderate Income] areas do not accept checks. The ‘competitive market rates’ charged for these services should be less than the rates charged by non-bank providers in order to entice customers into mainstream banking. To avoid gouging customers, rates for cashing checks and wire transfers should be capped and not based solely on a percentage of the check or wire transfer/remittance amount.”

So although the DoddFrank Wall Street Reform Act represents a major step forward for consumers, it is equally true that much yet remains to be accomplished before full, equal and competitive access to lending reaches all of America and its people.

According to Mike Calhoun, president of the Center for Responsible Lending, “Auto dealers—whose lend ing record is rife with unfair, deceptive practices, especially for people of color and military personnel— should not have been ex-

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The New Four-One-One (Continued from page 12) cluding Eddie Murphy, Denzel Washington and Michael Strahan and singer Shanice serenaded the couple by singing Minnie Riperton’s, “Lovin’ You” to the couple. Also..... Congratulations to NBA star Carmelo Anthony who married Lala Vasquez that same day at New York’s Cipriani on 42nd Street.

KITTY LITTER: Rumor has it that Kitty Kelley’s, New York Times, best-selling biography of Oprah Winfrey is about to be made into a TV movie or mini-series whether Miss O likes it or not. Ms. Kelley has finalized a six-figure deal with producer Larry Thompson to develop the project which will air to coincide with Winfrey’s last show in September of 2011.

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empted from oversight by the new consumer protection agency. Also, payday or other unscrupulous lenders should not be allowed to sabotage the consumer protection agency's proposed new rules before they even see the light of day.”

In other words, the quest for fairness in financial transactions continues.

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

JUMOKE MCCLAIRN, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 51781 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 13, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 17, 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 7234 S PRAIRIE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-109-029-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family brick with 1 car 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 PA0936314. 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.: PA0936314 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 51781 I284904

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IGNATIUS HINTON D e f e n Blacks d a n Mtust 09 CH 49029 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 30, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 2, 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 543 WEST 61ST PLACE, Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-319-006-0000 The real estate is

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 .

IGNATIUS HINTON D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 49029 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 30, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 2, 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 543 WEST 61ST PLACE, Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-319-006-0000 The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $231,929.56.

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

The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: Kara Findlay, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC , 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, call 630-453-6713 24 hours prior to sale. Please refer to file number C09110137. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 Attorney File No.: C09110137 ARDC# 6275591 Attorney Code. 26122 Case # 09 CH 49029 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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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 14-09-24062. 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.: 14-09-24062 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 051229 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 I282759

HOUSES FOR SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION SABR MORTGAGE LOAN 2008-1 REO S U B S I D I A R Y - 1 LLC ASSIGNEE OF MORTGAGE E L E C T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. P l a i n t i f f , v s .

BRENDA S. WILLIAMS; ACCION/CHICAGO INC. BY VIRTUE OF JUDGMENT RECORDED AS DOC. NO. 0915618019; Defendants, 09 CH 42916 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on May 3, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-16-205-035-0000. Commonly known as: 5602 South Perry Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621.

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

This information is considered reliable but is not warranted.

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

This sale is subject to unpaid real estate taxes, assessments, covenants, conditions, easements and restrictions of record. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

This pleading is a communication for the purpose of collecting the mortgage debt, under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If you fail to dispute, in writing, the validity of this debt within thirty days, it will be assumed to be valid. Finally, any information you provide will be used for the purpose of collection.

Upon payment, of each portion of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Receipt of Sale. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the mortgaged real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection, except by the arrangement and agreement of the current owner or o c c u p a n t .

For information: JAROS, TITTLE & O'TOOLE, LIMITED, Plaintiff's Attorney, 20 North Clark Street, Suite 510, Chicago, Illinois 60602, (312) 750-1000.

Phone calls will be taken only between the hours of 9:00 thru 11:00 A.M. When calling, please refer to file number 09-34615.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I279753

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

PEARL HILL, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 051229 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 4, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 7327 S. CHAMPLAIN AVENUE UNIT #1, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-221-047-1001 (20-27-221-009) 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 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY condition. The sale is further subject to DEPARTMENT CHANCERY confirmation by the court. If the sale is set DIVISION BAXTER CREDIT UNION aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the P l a i n t i f f , sale shall be entitled only to a return of the v . deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no CITY OF CHICAGO, et al further recourse against the Mortgagor, control their own coMMunityD e f e n d a n t the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's 09 CH 50027 attorney. Upon payment in full of the NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS amount bid, the purchaser will receive a HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered purchaser to a deed to the real estate after in the above cause on May 19, 2010, an confirmation of the sale The property will agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff will at 10:30 AM on August 23, 2010, at the makes no representation as to the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One condition of the property. Prospective South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor bidders are admonished to check the court CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public file to verify all information. If this property auction to the highest bidder, as set forth is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the below, the following described real estate: unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a Commonly known as 614 EAST 67TH mortgagee shall pay the assessments and STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property the legal fees required by The Index No. 20-22-228-039 The real estate is Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS improved with a brown brick one story 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE single family home; no garage. Sale

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

OF CHICAGO, et al CITY D e f e n d a n t CH 50027 09 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 19, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 614 EAST 67TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-22-228-039 The real estate is improved with a brown brick one story single family home; 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 the legal fees required by 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 PA0935919. 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.: PA0935919 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 50027 I286955

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAMP 2006-FM1; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

RASHIDA RAY; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; LITTON LOAN SERVICING, LP; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 08 CH 9561 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on April 2, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, August 16, 2010 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-26-424-042 (old) 20-26-424-046 ( n e w ) .

Commonly known as 7807 S. Woodlawn, Chicago, IL 60619.

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

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

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

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Kara Findlay at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg 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 8 0 2 1 0 7 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I285065

The Chicago Crusader

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, L L C P l a i n t i f f , v .

CHARLES E. THOMAS, JR., et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 023772 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 16, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 17, 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 6350 S. RHODES AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-22-202-036 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 14-09-15740. 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.: 14-09-15740 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 023772 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.

I286473 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION AURORA LOAN SERVICES L L C P l a i n t i f f , v .

OSARO LARRY OSAGIE A/K/A LARRY OSAGIE OSARO, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 17990 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 7, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 10, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6614-16 SOUTH EVANS AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-22-230-022-0000 The real estate is improved with a multi-story, three-unit, brown brick condominium 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 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 Chicago Crusader 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

condominium 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 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 PA0913049. 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.: PA0913049 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 17990 I283313

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

DERRICK A. DIXON A/K/A DERRICK DIXON, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 36247 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 10, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 12, 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 6115 SOUTH EBERHART AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-410-003-0000 The real estate is improved with a frame and brick 2 unit; 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 PA0927038. 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.: PA0927038 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 36247 I284152

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

GORAN BJELIC, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 043938 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 5, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 6211 S. VERNON AVENUE, UNIT #2, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-417-027-1003 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 14-09-36172. 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.: 14-09-36172 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 043938 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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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 the legal fees required by Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER OF AN ORDER OF ENTRY IN ACCORDANCE POSSESSION, WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA0932628. 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.: PA0932628 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 48496 I284244

FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., SERVICER FOR MORTGAGE LOAN OWNERSHIP CERTIFICATES, PSSA SERIES 2006-5 P l a i n t i f f , v .

PHILLIP MARTIN, YOLANDRA MARTIN, A/K/A YOLANDA MARTIN, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 09 CH 06158 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 3, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 7955 S. BLACKSTONE AVE., Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35-206-022 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $198,698.67. 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: Kimberly A. Padjen, GOMBERG, SHARFMAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC , 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410, CHICAGO, IL 60604, (312) 332-6194 .

Please refer to file number 42170. 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.

GOMBERG, SHARFMAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410 CHICAGO, IL 60604 (312) 332-6194 Attorney File No.: 42170 Attorney Code.

90334 Case # 09 CH 06158 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 BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP P l a i n t i f f , v .

CARIDAD ARENCIBIA, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 48496 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 10, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 12, 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 604 WEST 60TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-302-030-0000 The real estate is improved with a legal single family; 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 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY the purchaser to a deed to the real estate DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION after confirmation of the sale The property BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P will NOT be open for inspection and FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS plaintiff makes no representation as to the SERVICING LP condition of the property. Prospective P l a i n t i f f , bidders are admonished to check the court v . file to verify all information. If this property GORAN BJELIC, et al condominium unit,cthe purchaser of the Blacks Must controlista heir own oMMunity D e f e n d a n t unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a 09 CH 043938 mortgagee shall pay the assessments and NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS the legal fees required by The HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE in the above cause on May 5, 2010, an MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN will at 10:30 AM on August 9, 2010, at the POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER The Judicial Sales Corporation, One ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE auction to the highest bidder, as set forth ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE below, the following described real estate: LAW. For information: Visit our website at Commonly known as 6211 S. VERNON http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. between the AVENUE, UNIT #2, CHICAGO, IL 60637 hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & Property Index No. 20-15-417-027-1003 ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One The real estate is improved with a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, COUNTY DEPARTMENT DIVISION CHANCERY THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC. A S S E T - B A C K E D CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-9; P l a i n t i f f , s . v RAYFIELD SMITH A/K/A RAYFIELD H. CITY SMITH; OF CHICAGO; CITY OF CHICAGO OF DEPARTMENT WATER MANAGEMENT; VPS-VACANT P R O P E R T Y SECURITY, INC.; UNKNOWN HEIRS LEGATEES OF AND RAYFIELD SMITH, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , CH 51705 09 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on April 8, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: 20-22-107-050-0000.

P.I.N. Commonly known as 6662 South Indiana Chicago, IL 60637.

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

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

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

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W09-4169.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I279725

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

RAHMAL CONDA A/K/A RAHMAL H. CONDA; AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC.; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RAHMAL H. CONDA IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; GRACIE MARIA TYLER; D e f e n d a n t s , 10 CH 00844 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 5/14/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 17, 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. 20-27-229-005-0000.

Commonly known as 7417 SOUTH CHAMPLAIN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 6 0 6 1 9 .

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 3 8 5 7 4 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I285271

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC., ASSIGNEE OF MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., SERVICER FOR MORTGAGE LOAN OWNERSHIP CERTIFICATES, PSSA SERIES 2006-5 P l a i n t i f f , v .

PHILLIP MARTIN, YOLANDRA MARTIN, A/K/A YOLANDA MARTIN, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 09 CH 06158 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 3, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 7955 S. BLACKSTONE AVE., Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35-206-022 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $198,698.67. 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 Saturday, July 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

TO PLACE A

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773-752-25A00

17, 2010

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY D I V I S I O N JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , P l a i n t i f f V .

DEBRA A. RICE A/K/A DEBRA RICE A/K/A DEBRA DEBRA RICE; JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS ASSIGNEE OF FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK; CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; PARKSIDE PLACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., D e f e n d a n t s 09 CH 48257 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-030695 (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 May 25, 2010, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on August 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 6852 South Dante Avenue, Unit 3E, Chicago, IL 60637 Permanent Index No.: 20-23-406-035-1010 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). The judgment amount was $116,443.66. Sale terms: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information.

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

I281413 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY O N D I V I S I CITIZENS N.A., RBS f P l a i n t i f .

V VLADAN BOZOVIC A/K/A VLADAR BOZOVIC; 6211 SOUTH VERNON CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; 3211 S. VERNON, LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S , D e f e n d a n t s 09 CH 41663 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE C O N D O M I N I U M Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-024943 (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 May 21, 2010, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on August 24, 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 6215 South Vernon Avenue, Unit 3, Chicago, IL 60637 Permanent Index No.: 20-15-417-027-1012 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

The judgment amount was $213,096.93.

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, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I281379

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR LONG BEACH MORTGAGE TRUST 2006-5 P l a i n t i f f , v .

LAKEISHA BEANS, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 040546 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 3, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 7400 S. DORCHESTER AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-26-226-016 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 14-09-30537. 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.: 14-09-30537 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 040546 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 I282871 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP P l a i n t i f f , v s .

BRIAN CALHOUN; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BRIAN CALHOUN, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 ch 33294 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 5/12/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, August 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. 20-27-317-036-0000.

Commonly known as 7746 SOUTH KING DRIVE, CHICAGO, IL 60619.

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 18purchaser 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 2 5 5 1 7 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I285103

DRIVE, CHICAGO, IL 60619.

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 2 5 5 1 7 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I285103 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION LIBERTY SAVINGS BANK, F S B P l a i n t i f f , v .

MATTIE B. LIGGINS, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 48969 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 13, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 17, 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 510 WEST 56TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-104-030 The real estate is improved with a white vinyl sided one story 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 OF AN ORDER OF ENTRY IN ACCORDANCE POSSESSION, WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA0932677. 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.: PA0932677 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 48969 I284863 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION GREEN TREE SERVICING, L L C P l a i n t i f f , v .

KENWOOD KOURTS CONDOMINIUMS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 43000 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 12, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 7556 S KENWOOD AVE UNIT G, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-26-401-060-1001 The real estate is improved with a three story home, detached one car 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 2010to 17,subject July Saturday, 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

AVE UNIT G, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-26-401-060-1001 The real estate is improved with a three story home, detached one car 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 PA0930487. 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.: PA0930487 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 09 CH 43000 I284838

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

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NICOLE PATTERSON D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 37953 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 13, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 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 7712 SOUTH DREXEL AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-26-312-048-0000 The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $118,587.76. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction;. The balance, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: Kara Findlay, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC , 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, call 630-453-6713 24 hours prior to sale. Please refer to file number C09090328. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 Attorney File No.: C09090328 ARDC# 6275591 Attorney Code. 26122 Case # 09 CH 37953 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.

I284761

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 .

ALAN ST. LEGER, et al D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 051765 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 8, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation will at 10:30 AM on August 10, 2010, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 6621 S. LANGELY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-22-230-008 The real estate is improved with a duplex. 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 14-09-41880. 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.: 14-09-41880 ARDC# 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case # 09 CH 051765 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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Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on August 16, 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 p r o p e r t y : Commonly known as 6437 South Parnell Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621 Permanent Index No.: 20-21-112-015 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

The judgment amount was $100,968.09.

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 information. all For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only. weekdays I282641 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P.; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

LINDA F. CANTY A/K/A LINDA CANTY; U N K N O W N HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LINDA F. CANTY, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 19828 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on 4/27/2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 10, 2010, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 20-29-404-014-0000.

Commonly known as 7541 SOUTH MORGAN STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620.

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 0 9 5 5 7 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I282276

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATE FOR WMALT SERIES 2006-AR7 TRUST P l a i n t i f f , v .

LATEEFAH NEAL, RBS CITIZENS, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHARTER ONE BANK, N.A., THE CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL C O R P O R A T I O N D e f e n d a n t 09 CH 51845 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK in the above cause on April 8, 2010, an ILLINOIS COUNTY, agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY will at 10:30 AM on August 13, 2010, at the D I V I S I O N The Judicial Sales Corporation, One WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor TRUSTEE FOR CARRINGTON CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES auction to the highest bidder, as set forth 2006-RFC1, ASSET-BACKED PASS below, the following described real estate: THROUGH CERTIFICATES, Commonly known as 1502 E. P l a i n t i f f MARQUETTE ROAD, Chicago, IL 60637 V .

Property Index No. 20-23-221-013-0000 WILBERT MYERS; UNKNOWN The real estate is improved with a OWNERS AND NON-RECORD multi-unit building containing two to six C L A I M A N T S , apartments. The judgment amount was D e f e n d a n t s $337,832.89. Sale terms: The bid amount 08 CH 12721 shall be paid in certified funds immediately NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE by the highest and best bidder at the Fisher and Shapiro file # 08-004114 conclusion of the sale. The subject (It is advised that interested parties consult property is subject to general real estate with their taxes, special assessments, or special own attorneys before bidding at mortgage taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation foreclosure sales.) as to quality or quantity of title and without PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure condition. The sale is further subject to entered on February 17, 2009, Kallen confirmation by the court. Upon payment in Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official full of the amount bid, the purchaser will will at 12:30 p.m. on August 16, 2010, at receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, the purchaser to a deed to the real estate Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to after confirmation of the sale The property the highest bidder for cash, as set forth will NOT be open for inspection and below, the following described real plaintiff makes no representation as to the p r o p e r t y : condition of the property. Prospective Commonly known as 6437 South Parnell bidders are admonished to check the court Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621 file to verify all information. If this property Permanent Index No.: 20-21-112-015 is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the The mortgaged real estate is improved unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a with a dwelling. The property will NOT be mortgagee shall pay the assessments and open for inspection. the legal fees required by The The judgment amount was $100,968.09.

Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS Sale terms: 10% o ofwn successful bid coMMunity their Blacks Must control 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE immediately at conclusion of auction, MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN day, both by cashier's checks; and no POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER refunds. The sale shall be subject to ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF general real estate taxes, special taxes, POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE special assessments, special taxes levied, WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE and superior liens, if any. The property is ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE offered "as is," with no express or implied LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's warranties and without any representation attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & as to the quality of title or recourse to MIHLAR, LLC , 111 East Main Street, Plaintiff.

Prospective bidders are Suite 200, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) admonished to review the court file to verify 422-1719 . THE JUDICIAL SALES all information.

CORPORATION One South Wacker For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 Shapiro, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) Judicial Sales Corporation at

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: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC , 111 East Main Street, Suite 200, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 . 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. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street, Suite 200 DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case # 09 CH 51845 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.

I281291 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY CHICAGO PATROLMEN'S FEDERAL UNION CREDIT P l a i n t i f f , s . v ROBERT CREETH; LISA J. CREETH; D e f e n d a n t s , CH 49055 09 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on May 5, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, August 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. 20-21-125-031-0000.

Commonly known as 6630 South Lowe 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.

F 0 9 1 1 0 0 0 2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I280143 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY FREEDOM SENIOR FINANCIAL CORPORATION FUNDING OF NORWEST ASSIGNEE Plaintiff, MORTGAGE, v s .

ESTATE OF JAMES C. PITTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JAMES C. PITTS, KAREN R. PITTS, HEIR AND AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES C. PITTS, SHERYL PITTS, HEIR J O N A T H A N PITTS, HEIR, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNDER MORTGAGE RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 97587780 CITY OF CHICAGO, UNDER LIEN RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0828311114, N O N R E C O R D CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN TENANTS AND UNKNOWN OWNERS D e f e n d a n t s , 09 CH 15114 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on May 7, 2010 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, August 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. 20-26-114-016.

Commonly known as 7243 South University Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.

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

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

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

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

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

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I280078

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SPORTS Chicago State University announces Tracy Dildy as Head Coach Chicago State University (CSU) Athletics Director Sudie Davis announces the hiring of Chicago native Tracy Dildy as the new head coach of the University’s men’s basketball team.

Dildy becomes the 12th head coach in the program’s 35-year history and brings a wealth of experience at the NCAA Division I level as a top recruiter and respected assistant coach.

“This is a bittersweet moment in my life to leave my Alma Mater, the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), where I developed my coaching career,” said Dildy. “It’s also a sweet moment to begin my head coaching career at CSU where President Watson is leading the charge towards a new and revitalized University.

I’m also excited to work with Davis in helping shape the Athletics Department into a competitive program.”

Dildy, a 20-year veteran in the collegiate game, comes to CSU after spending the past three seasons as the associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for the men’s basketball program at UIC. Davis believes Dildy “brings a much-needed recruiting legacy to CSU.” Over the years, he has been responsible for the successful recruitment of future NBA players to his collegiate programs, including Eddy Curry, Quentin Richardson, Steven Hunter, Bobby Simmons, Paul McPherson, Bonzi Wells, and Sherrell Ford.

“Tracy is not only a great coach,

Tracy Dildy but he is also very dedicated to the academic success of his student-athletes,” said Davis. “This commitment is one of the primary reasons why he was our top pick for the job. He has the ability to lead our players to victory both on and off the court.”

Before arriving at UIC in 2007, Dildy helped sign a highly-touted recruiting class during his lone season at the University of Alabama-Birmingham (UAB) as an assistant coach under Mike Davis in 2006-07. He previously spent four seasons as an assistant coach

at two Southeastern Conference (SEC) schools – the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) and Auburn University.

At Ole Miss, he helped assemble a nationally-ranked recruiting class for the 2005-06 season that was rated as high as third by numerous recruiting publications and earned a spot on Rivals.com’s list of the Top 25 recruiters in the nation in June 2005.

While at Auburn, Dildy helped the Tigers post a 22-12 record during the 2002-03 season and advanced to the Sweet 16 of the

2003 NCAA Tournament, where they fell to eventual national champion Syracuse University and Carmelo Anthony (currently plays for the Denver Nuggets) by one point. In addition, he recruited current NBA player Marquise Daniels, who recently played in the NBA Finals with the Boston Celtics.

Dildy enjoyed success at DePaul from 1997-2002 where he worked as an assistant coach, the associate head coach, and served as the acting head coach in 2001.

He helped the Blue Demons advance to the quarterfinals of the NIT in 2001 and reached the second round of the 2002 NCAA Tournament. Dildy spearheaded four successful recruiting classes for DePaul, which included the nation’s top-ranked class in 2001 and the second-best class in the country in 1999.

During his three seasons as an assistant coach at Ball State from 1994-97, Dildy recruited future NBA player Bonzi Wells, a twotime Mid-American Conference Player of the Year and the MAC’s all-time leading scorer, and helped the Cardinals reach the NCAA Tournament in 1995.

Dildy started his collegiate coaching career at UIC. As a student, Dildy played point guard and lettered for two seasons at UIC from 1987-89, finishing his collegiate career with the eighthmost assists (260) in the program’s history.

Dildy earned a bachelor’s de-

gree in education from UIC in 1991. He was inducted into the UIC Athletics Hall of Fame in 1995, the State of Illinois Basketball Hall of Fame in 1997, and the Chicago Public League Hall of Fame in 1998.

With a degree in education, Dildy’s obligation to students does not stop at sports. Davis states that Dildy shows a “very strong commitment to academia with his players and moving them forward to the next level whether it is the NBA or a professional career after college.” Dildy himself says that “one of the most important aspects of life is education.” He also went on to say that he will “provide a great experience for his student-athletes and encourage them to earn their degree.”

“I am proud to join Chicago State University – a university that not only offers an excellent sports program, but also a strong academic curriculum that includes degree programs in a variety of fields such as pharmacy, nursing and education,” said Dildy. “I believe a quality education is critical for future success, so while I work to ensure our student athletes have a great experience on the court, I will encourage them to excel in the classroom, too. CSU has a lot to offer its students and athletes and I am excited to begin a new era in CSU men’s basketball history.”

USA team handball introduces Chicago youth to Olympic Sport Dr. Martin Luther King Boys and Girls Club members learn team handball Fifty children from the Dr. Martin Luther King Boys and Girls Club learn the basics of team handball, a wildly popular Olympic sport

throughout Europe and Asia that’s gaining popularity in the U.S. June 23-25, officials from USA Team Handball, a non-profit organization charged with engaging some 25,000 children in the sport by 2016, conducted a series of half-day clinics introducing the children to the funda-

THREE FRIENDS SHOW off the game balls used during the Olympic sport, team handball. The boys learned the rules of the game at the Dr. Martin Luther King Boys and Girls Club, 2950 W. Washington, Chicago, June 25.

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mentals of the game. USA Team Handball supplied the balls, nets and coaching. Four Chicago schools and Boys & Girls Club start practicing team handball this summer, and another 20 are signed up for the fall.

ABOUT USA TEAM HANDBALL USA Team Handball is a 501-c-3 corporation headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, and certified by the United States Olympic Committee.

Its jurisdiction includes development of grassroots programs, preparation of national teams and day-today oversight of the sport of handball throughout the USA. Visit the federation at http:// www.usateamhandball.org. <http://www. usa teamhandball.org>.

ABOUT TEAM HANDBALL Team handball is played on a hardwood court that is approximately 66- by 131-feet, or 20 percent larger than a basketball court. Two teams, made up of six players and one goalie each, use their hands to dribble, pass and shoot a ball into a goal.

Defensive play is fierce and allows full body contact with unlimited

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"fouls" during the two, 30-minute play periods with a 10-minute halftime. Spectators see NBA-style

jumps and MBL-type throws.

Many participants liken the sport to basketball, football or hockey.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 6) accused of resisting arrest, she was given a 14 year prison term. I understand that later through negotiations that that severe penalty was lifted. No one died as a result of the Wal-Mart incident.

One begins to wonder if Lady Justice has removed her blinders and is making arbitrary decisions based on reasons other than the merits of the case.

It was always my belief that there was equal justice under the law; but, I must admit my faith and confidence in our judicial system is being stretched to the limit.

The arbitrary and discretionary authority that police have and use in selected situations needs a very careful analysis and calls for that authority to be reformed to correspond to a given situation. No one can feel threatened by a man Saturday, July 17, 2010

who is face down and motionless.

American justice is being compromised and that does not bode well.

We have gone on record as a nation that does not sanction or tolerate torture; and, yet there are too many instances of selective torture and cruel and unusual punishment.

I have read that the Justice Department will investigate this case. It is my fervent prayer that they will remove any tinted shades and with clear vision examine all the facts and procedures that resulted in what I consider to be a gross miscarriage of justice.

I raise the question, is what transpired in the case of the death of Oscar Grant considered American justice?

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