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Austin boxers serve rounds of humility A family-owned West Side business is seeking to launch youth boxing program By TERRY DEAN AustinTalks

“Move your feet, don’t stand around!” shouts Sal Ahmed to his young fighter. The teenager follows Ahmed’s advice, dancing about the ring while solo shadow boxing. The gym is sweltering hot as temps outside reach 90plus, even with windows and doors wide open. The large ring takes up nearly all of the space. The gym itself is located just down the hall from the main entry of Garfield Park’s Gold Dome. The boxing gym, one of 20 in Chicago parks but the only one on the West Side, has been around for some 40 years. For Ahmed, who grew up in Austin, it’s a second home. He’s been a trainer for over 20 years after a brief stint as an amateur boxer himself. The young fighter he’s training on this day is his 16-year-old nephew, Yousif Sal. As the morning sparing sessions wrap up, the older fighters head out to make way for the neighborhood kids, who come in the afternoons to learn the sport. Ahmed likes to train youth as well as the older guys. His family, who owns Sunset Liquor in Austin, plans to open their own youth boxing program. “Boxing is good for the kids,” Ahmed said, speaking with a passion and speed as if he’s hyping up one of his fighters in between rounds. “A lot of kids that are in the street right now, with See BOXING PROGRAM on page 4

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Rallying around peace

Congressman Danny K. Davis and a group of West Side students hold the peace torch on July 20 during a rally that also served as a a leg of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run in Austin. The torch has also been held by Nelson Mandela and Muhammad Ali, along with people in more than 140 nations. Read and see more pictures at austinweeklynews.com.

N. Lawndale fights for extended bus routes

The North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council eyes three bus lines for extension By LEE EDWARDS Contributing Reporter

The North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council’s transportation subcommittee held a July 26 town hall meeting at the Chicago Police Department’s 10th District station to address public transit concerns and to devise immediate solutions. Rochelle Jackson, a member of NLCCC’s

Transportation Sub-Committee, said the goal of the town hall was to enlighten the community on the current transit situation and discuss the best practices moving forward. She noted several new businesses and developments have entered the community since several Chicago Transit Authority bus routes were cancelled, changed or rerouted in 2008 and 2009 due to what CTA deemed to be low ridership.

“[CTA] just decided to cut us off not giving any wherewithal to the people who live in this area who would still ride this bus,” said Jackson. “There’s businesses in this neighborhood and when you’re cut off from transportation businesses leave so our underserved neighborhood becomes more underserved.”

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Austin Weekly News, August 3, 2016

BOXING PROGRAM Deep roots from page 1 the tough man image, they’re really not that tough when they walk into a boxing gym. But you come in here and you’re learning, you’re releasing that tension. It’s about what it teaches, and it humbles you up.” The program will setup shop next door to Sunset in a storefront property the family owns at 5915 W. Division. At roughly 1,000 square feet, it’ll include a first-floor gym and dorm-like apartment upstairs for some of the youth. The family wants to provide both housing and training to keep kids off the street, Ahmed said. The family, which includes brothers Nayef, Bill and Naser, who runs Sunset, plan to officially break ground in November with an opening slated for early next year. This is also a way to introduce boxing to more young people, Ahmed said, adding that the gym at the Gold Dome field house, 100 N. Central Park, can take in only so many youth. The family envisions opening more youth gyms on the West Side once this first one gets established. The Ahmeds are funding the renovation themselves, including buying all the equipment for the gym. In all, they’re looking at anywhere from $40,000 to $75,000, said Naser Ahmed, who also goes by Nas. “I would love to open five of these gyms, but it comes down to funds,” he said, adding the program will be free for the kids and their families. Eventually, the family hopes to reach out

to the Chicago Park District to partner up. The boxing mentors, whom the family would like to pay, will be community folk and some of the Ahmed’s fighters. Naser also has shared the family’s vision with their elected officials. Ald. Chris Taliaferro, whom Naser spoke briefly to about the program last spring, likes the idea. “I’m very supportive of it, and I think it would bring something new to our community,” the 29th Ward alderman said. “If this program is run properly, it can be very successful. There are boxing gyms in some of the toughest communities throughout the country, and they’ve been able to produce a lot of successful people, from amateur to the professional level.” Ahmed, who’s 39, credits boxing for helping him ditch the street life as a young man. His family’s Austin roots began with their father, Mohamed, who opened Sunset in 1985. He relocated his young family from the Bronx, New York, in the early 1980s; younger brothers Naser and Bill were born in Chicago. Their dad, who died in a 2001 car accident, was committed to helping his community, Naser said. Mohamed Ahmed, a native of Yemen, would give kids $5 if they got A’s on their report card, Naser recalled. His sons have continued to give back, sponsoring barbecues, book-bag giveaways and Thanksgiving dinners, among other activities in the neighborhood. His family, Naser noted, is different from most nonblack-owned businesses in Austin. “We dedicate a certain amount of money from our business to go back into the community. We’re probably the only ones that does what we do,” he said. “It’s just the way

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RINGSIDE SUPPORT: Sal Ahmed instructs a young fighter inside a gym at Garfield Park’s Golden Dome. Ahmed plans to open his own boxing facility in Austin, where he owns Sunset Liquor, sometime later this year. we grew up. We have an attachment here. “And that’s the attitude we have to change with a lot of these businesses. Chicago needs everybody to come together, especially businesses that get money from these communities. If you’re making money here, you better show your face and step up your game.” A youth boxing gym, Naser added, has been a dream of his older brother’s. Sal Ahmed, who also trains boxers and hosts clinics in other parts of the city and

BUS ROUTES Lacking service from page 1 During the town hall, NLCC revealed its desire to extend these bus lines: ■ The #157 Streeterville/Taylor bus route extended beyond California Ave. ■ The #12 Roosevelt bus route beyond Central Ave. to Austin Ave. and the Pink Line terminal located at 2005 S. Pulaski Rd. ■ The #18 16-18th St. bus route extending further west. CTA is responsible for operating the transit system throughout the City of Chicago and 35 neighborhood suburbs. NLCCC invited Active Trans Alliance Community Liaison Cynthia Hudson and West Chesterfiled Community Association President Michael LaFargue to address some of the issues North Lawndale/Austin is facing to lend their expertise. Hudson addressed the myriad of concerns North Lawndale/Austin residents had with their current transit situation. She said ATA intends to partner with NLCC to examine the current condition of the neighborhood’s transit system in order to propose lasting and effective changes by starting a petition to change the bus service, outline the neighborhood’s walkability, and evaluate the foot traffic of the community’s business corridors to present CTA with credible data to push for additional service. However, she was not able

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suburbs, said the sport helped change his life. He wants boxing to do the same for the next generation. “I was one of the guys who ended up losing to the streets,” Ahmed said. “It’s life. I don’t regret nothing, and I wouldn’t change my life for anything. But now, I’m putting all I can into my nephew and the fighters I have around me, and right now my goal is to get a gym in the community I grew up in.” CONTACT: austintalks.org@gmail.com

LaFargue emphasized the importance of building sustainable businesses around the current transit system and to approach CTA with a cost and benefit approach. CTA spokesperson Jeff Tolman responded to inquiries about extending multiple bus line in North Lawndale/Austin by stating the agency must evaluate its entire system before proceeding forward. “We regularly study ridership patterns across our entire system as part of our year-round service planning efforts, holistically considering the entire city, not just individual corridors, to ensure we’re providing service where it’s most needed with the resources we have,” said Tolman. North Lawndale and lifelong CTA rider Gussie Duye said she’s pursued higher education among other aspirations while riding her neighborhood bus. She was hopeful that the conclusions reached at the town hall meeting would bring about a positive change. “I think this meeting coming together and sharing our ideas and thoughts will bring about a change and hopefully we will be able to restore the bus line,” said Duye, who has lived in the community for over 50 years. “There’s been an increase in residents moving to the neighborhood and I see a lot of young people and their children going to the Lawndale Clinic and that’s a distance for them to walk.” For more information about the North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council visit https://nlcccplanning.org/. To learn more about the Active Trans Alliance Community visit http://activetrans.org/. To learn more about CTA visit http://www.transitchicago. com/. CONTACT: leeme117@gmail.com

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Davis proclaims Aug. 7 ‘Chicago State Day’

The congressman is calling on churches to marshal support, help increase enrollment for the embattled school By LEE EDWARDS Contributing Reporter

U. S. Congressman Danny Davis (7th) proclaimed Sunday, Aug. 7 “Chicago State University Day” and made a call to action for faith-based leaders to promote enrollment and support for Chicago State University at a recent press conference. CSU has suffered multiple setbacks this year in terms of total enrollment and employed staff due in large part to the ongoing LEE EDWARDS/Contributor state budget crisis forcing the predominantly African American university to make imme- SPIRITUAL BACKING: U.S. Rep. Danny K. diate sacrifices in order to keep its doors open. Davis and Chicago State University Interim Enter Davis, an alumnus of CSU, urging Vice President of Administration & Finance faith leaders to mobilize their congregations Cecil Lucy at a recent press conference callto rally behind the university. Davis, who ing on churches to support the university. earned his master’s degree from the university, said he has commitments from 100 min- ministration is seeking to replace the third of isters willing to support CSU for the weeks its staff released in April and plans to reassess of July 31 and August 7. its needs for the coming fall and spring semesAt least two prominent West Side church- ters, Lucy said. He explained how the state’s es, Mount Vernon Baptist Church and New budget impasse is affecting CSU. Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church, both in East “Our total budget for this fiscal year is approxiGarfield Park, will serve as centers of opera- mately $72 million total, so before our state approtion for the faith-based effort. priation was approximately 30 percent of our total Rev. Marshall Hatch, New operating budget,” said Lucy. “So the Mount Pilgrim’s pastor, was apimpact of a 40 percent reduction in a pointed to Chicago State Universtate appropriation was significant sity’s board of trustees last year and required that we reduce our by Gov. Bruce Rauner. workforce.” “The most organized entity in Lucky exuded cautious optithe African American commumism that CSU would be ready nity is the church and so imagine by the beginning of the fall to the impact of 100 ministers sayget back on track. ing, ‘You all need to look at going “The semester doesn’t start to college, you all need to look at until the later part of August so going to Chicago State.’ That’s a right now we’re trending about DANNY DAVIS lot of impact,” said Davis. 15 percent less than our normal Congressman Davis stressed that individuals fall enrollment but we are hopeseeking high education need not ful that the numbers will ingo to Ivy League institutions when crease and improve,” said Lucy. there’s “professional teachers” at PUSH Excel National Director CSU. He shared, too, that his office Rev. Janette Wilson lent her supalong with other stakeholders haven’t given up port and applauded Davis for his commitment on establishing a satellite branch of CSU on the to education. She remarked that many young West Side of Chicago. people with families utilize CSU as a resource “Most of us hear about historically black col- for higher education within city limits. Earnleges and universities and what a hallmark they ing a college degree today is the equivalent of have been in the development of African Amer- a high school diploma from years past, said Wilicans,” said Davis. “Chicago State is not old son. She called for African Americans to take enough to be called historical but it is historical advantage of the new STEM courses available at CSU to have the skills necessary to compete in the lives of African Americans in the city of Chicago and the state of Illinois. We want indi- in the technology field. “One cannot acquire the information and viduals to know that the institution is available to them; we want them to know that they don’t skilled training without a college education,” said Wilson. “Our young people must be lose anything.” CSU Interim Vice President of Administra- trained not just to play with technology but to tion & Finance Cecil Lucy thanked Davis for program and understand coding, understand his support and laid out CSU’s current stand- how to program a robot and design them.” CONTACT: leeme117@gmail.com ing and how it intends to forge ahead. The ad-

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Education is the solution to all problems

y great-grandmother Catherine was a freed slave. She had 12 children and her youngest son, my grandfather David, only managed to get a sixth-grade education. My family, like most black people in the 20th century, lived in an agrarian society where schooling depended on the planting schedule of the land. Later they moved to an area where schooling was not based on farming and that is the reason why my grandfather and his twin sister were able to get an education at all. My grandfather in turn made sure all six of his children got an education. My mother in the 1930s not only graduated high school but went to college as well. The pursuit of education and knowledge has permeated my entire family with many who got their college degrees, attended college for a year or two and, at the least, all got their high school diploma. As I raised my own children, education was always at the forefront in my rearing of them. My daughter graduated college and my son is still working toward getting his degree. Education is the only attainment no one can ever take from you. When a person can read, they have the world at their feet. Technology has made it even better, as no longer does a person have to spend hours in the library going through a card catalog to find out the answers. A simple “Google” search and information fills the screens in seconds. That is what I did recently and discovered a movie I had never heard of as I looked for anything on Netflix starring Denzel Washington. The movie, Hard Lessons is based on the real life story of George McKenna who became a principal of a high school in Los Angeles in the early 1980s. Although the movie was made in 1986, 90 percent of the storylines are as applicable to 2016 as they were back then: A high school filled with predominately black children who aren’t taking their education seriously; the majority of their parents unconcerned about their children’s education; litter, graffiti, disinterested and burnt-out teachers; gang fights, guns and knife fights; good kids wanting an education and unable to get it; bad kids believing that prison will give them props and respect. Thus they succumb to the stupidity that will land them in jail. I was prepared to call the entire movie “a stereotype” except that it was based on reality. Now I know a lot of black folks love to profess that they are sick of seeing “movies

about slavery.” My question is at what point do we get sick of seeing movies about education being the solution when the reality is that our children aren’t getting educated? Off the top of head, I can name a plethora of movies all in the same genre as the one I saw: Blackboard Jungle; To Sir with Love; Coach Carter; Lean on Me; Dangerous Minds; Antwone Fisher; Akeelah and the Bee; The Great Debaters and on and on. Change the location, change the year, change the students and teachers, but in the end, education is the only solution that solves the problem. A school is where young minds can be molded to become the leaders of tomorrow. Education is what we were denied during slavery, and education is what we now deny ourselves as we continue to blame slavery. The constant reality is that until each parent and child takes getting an education as seriously as they take the inconsequential accessories to it — clothes, hair, cellphone, gym shoes, etc. — we will forever be at the beck and call of others. Add in the technology that is being created every day, and fewer humans are needed as machines do all the work. There is a movement to bring a new high school to Austin. I am fully in agreement with the idea so long as the new school doesn’t utilize land that is already on the tax roll. But before a new school gets here, let’s all strive to make sure children are taking their education seriously. It is the only solution we need.

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W. Side convenience stores’ convenient feature — a drive-thru In & Out Food Marts allow patrons to buy without leaving their cars By WENDELL HUTSON Contributing Reporter

The In & Out Food Mart in Austin is not your average convenience store. The small, 1,200 square-foot store at 401 N. Laramie Ave. is surrounded with bulletproof glass inside, but on the outside it has one drive-thru lane for customers opting to stay in their vehicles and shop. That’s why Christmas Banner, 27, said she shops there. “It’s quick and convenient. That’s how shopping is supposed to be for customers in a hurry. Too bad all stores don’t offer the same convenience,” she said. “Having a drive-thru is especially convenient when the weather is bad or if a person is out late at night.” Store Manager Abdulhbib Hamed said most customers prefer the drive-thru over the counter. “We get most of our business from the drive thru. People prefer to sit in their cars and not have to come inside,” said Hamed. “At the end of the day it’s all about making things easier

for customers. If having a drive-thru is what it takes to get their business so be it.” Most national fast-food restaurants like McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s have drive-thru features, but it’s rare for convenience stores to have one, contends Cameron Johnson, a longtime Austin resident and retired retail manager. “I worked at Walgreens for 20 years and it wasn’t until 2000 when Walgreens began installing drive-thru lanes at all its corner stores,” recalled Johnson, 71. “The philosophy retail stores now have is to make it as easy as possible for people to spend their money.” But beyond milk and bread commonly sold at most convenience stores, In & Out also sells tobacco products, medicines and even frozen pizza. No alcohol is sold and an ATM machine is on-site for customers. “The things we sell are things our customers have told us they want,” explained Hamed. “This makes it easier for them to use the drive-thru, because the items they purchase are small enough to fit through the [drive-thru] window.” Hamed added that the store owner, who according to city records is identified as Omar Alwan, has another In & Out Food Mart with a drive-thru at 4200 W. Madison St. in West Garfield Park and three more stores on the South Side. Alwan was unavailable for comment. One senior said she prefers drive-thru re-

ON THE GO: A patron of In & Out Mart in Austin takes groceries to go from the store’s unique drivethru feature, a rarity among convenience stores. WENDELL HUTSON/ Contributore

tail stores because they’re safer. “I had knee replacement surgery 20 years ago and I still walk with a limp. Getting in and out of my car is difficult for me and I’d rather sit in my car to conduct my business,” said Austin resident Earl Sprowles, 68. “And there’s nothing safer than a drive-thru at night. If I am inside my car when someone tries to rob me I can drive off, but on foot I am a sitting duck!” However, a drive-thru is not appealing to some young people who may not have vehicles and may prefer face-to-face contact when

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W. Side clergy present CPD with 15-point reform plan The plan calls for replacing IPRA and implementing more cultural competency training

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A group of West Side ministers is demanding that Chicago’s newly appointed top cop discuss reforms for the department that might help prevent the kind of violence that happened in Dallas and Baton Rouge. On July 19, about 60 members of the Chicago Clergy Coalition for Police Accountability gathered outside of Chicago Police Department headquarters demanding a meeting with newly appointed superintendent Eddie Johnson. They also hand-delivered a 15-point reform plan to Johnson’s office. The superintendent was in Washington, D.C. at the time. “When the Baton Rouge shooting happened we reconvened to discuss changes to our message,” said Rev. Marshall Hatch, the chairman of the Leaders Network, the group of West Side clergymen that hatched the idea for the July 19 demonstration. “We did not want to come across as though we were railing against the department after it had just suffered a great tragedy in Baton Rogue,” said Hatch, who is also the pastor of the New Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in Garfield Park. “So we focused on looking at ways we could show support for the department while still challenging it at the same time.” The plan includes requiring officers to do cultural competency and training as part of their overall academy training so that they can better understand the communities they serve. It also calls for the creation of department of diversity

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STILL PUSHING: Rev. Marshall Hatch, pastor of the New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in East Garfield Park, during a rally outside of Chicago Police Department headquarters earlier this year. and the replacement of the city’s current system of reviewing police misconduct cases, Independent Police Review Authority (IPRA), with a more effective independent agency. “IPRA just doesn’t work,” said Hatch. “We need a review board in place that will look at these cases fairly and reasonably and make decisions based on the evidence. This is what we are hoping that the new superintendent and the mayor will work on with us.” Hatch said the superintendent had planned to return from

his trip to Washington later in the week. A meeting between the top cop and the ministers was planned for last week, the pastor noted. Along with discussing the reforms that members of the religious community have fleshed out, Hatch also said he planned on asking the superintendent about whether there’s a deadline to implement programs that address the city’s pressing issues with police brutality accusations and gun violence. “I felt the rally went well,” said Rev. Cy Fields, president of the Leaders Network and pastor of New Landmark Church. “It was great to see so many religious leaders unite over a very important cause.” Fields said he was not concerned about holding the rally a mere two days after the police shootings in Baton Rouge, where a lone gunman killed three officers, arguing that the clergymen can both “show sympathy and compassion about the tragic loss of life, while also start conversations about things we can correct.” The pastor noted that, although he understands reform takes time and that the ministers’ plan wouldn’t be immediately implemented, he nonetheless doesn’t want the proposals to get lost in political gridlock and red tape. “I understand reform takes time,” said Fields. “But I just want the superintendent to know that we do hope to see steady progress in the direction of change. Until then, we will continue to make our presence felt.” CONTACT: cherrycoke_duck@yahoo.com

NEWS brief West Siders feel impact of property tax hike, but not equally According to a July 31 Chicago Sun-Times investigative report, three out of every four Chicago property owners are paying higher property taxes than they paid last year in the wake of Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s $318 million tax increase. The mayor got the City Council and the Chicago Board of Education to agree to the increase so that more money could be raised to pay police and firefighter pensions. A portion of the money would also go to the struggling Chicago Public Schools. West Side aldermen Jason Ervin (28th) and Chris Taliaferro (29th) voted against the tax increase while aldermen Michael Scott, Jr. and Emma Mitts both voted for the proposal. According to the Sun-Times report, taxes for all but one of the aldermen increased this year. Scott’s property tax bill went up by 2 percent — from $2,708.97 to $2,757.58 — or roughly $50. Taliaferro’s bill went up by 13 percent — from $2,782.63 to $3,136.20 — or around $354. Mitts’s bill increased by 23 percent — from $2,726.74 to $3,354.25 — or around $628. Ervin’s bill, however, decreased by 31 percent — from $4,209.79 to $2,909.34 — or

around $1,300, which is the largest tax decrease experienced by any aldermen. Ervin noted that his East Garfield Park townhouse, which he shares with his wife Melissa Conyears, was estimated two years ago by Cook County Assessor Joe Berrios’s office at a value much more than its worth. Last year, Ervin told the Sun-Times, he appealed and got the assessor’s valuation lowered from $420,000 to $240,870, adding that the “home’s purchase price three years ago was $185,000,” the Sun-Times noted. “That was just wrong,” Ervin said. According to the Sun-Times report, the number of property tax bills that increased in the 24th, 28th, 29th and 37th Wards range between 69 percent in the 24th and 75 percent in the 28th. The average tax bill in those wards ranges from a low of $2,366 in the 24th to $4,212 in the 29th. Property owners in the 28th Ward experienced the largest increase in property tax collections since last year, earning a boost of at least 19.4 percent, the Sun-Times notes. The 37th Ward experienced the smallest increase in tax collections, with less than 10 percent more tax revenue coming from property owners since last year. But as the Chicago Tribune reported recently, not only have property taxes increased, but so have the estimated value of properties made by county assessor for tax purposes, which is determined every three years. Property values in trendier, wealthier

areas of the city, such as the Gold Coast and Lincoln Park, experienced a greater increase in taxable valuation than those on the West and South Sides, the Tribune reports. In Austin, the 2015 median single-home value was $164,500, a nearly 8 percent increase, or a roughly $1,000 jump, from 2014. To see more changes in median single-home values on the West Side, visit: http://www. chicagotribune.com/news/local/politics/ctchicago-property-tax-double-whammy-met20160731-story.html.

long after the service ended at 1:30 p.m. He added that the couple may have been estranged and that “there was probably some things going on between the two of them.” Giles said both families of the married couple were longtime members of his church. The victim, he said, sang in the young adult choir and often served food at the church. To read more of the Tribune report, visit: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-chicago-shootings-violence20160731-story.html.

Murder-suicide takes place outside Austin church on Sunday

State senator gives away hundreds of free school supplies

Police suspect that a 38-year-old suburban man fatally shot a woman before shooting himself in an apparent murder-suicide outside of the Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 5729 W. Chicago, after a July 31 afternoon church service. The shooting happened at around 2:05 p.m., according to the Chicago Tribune. The man, Roshaun D. Wilson, and the woman, Trinyce L. Sanders-Wilson, 36, both of west suburban Broadview, were pronounced dead at the scene of the shooting. According to the church’s pastor, Rev. Kenneth Giles, the shooting happened not

Sen. Kimberly Lightford (4th) hosted her 7th Annual Uplift Our Future Back-toSchool event at west suburban Brookfield Zoo on July 31. The state senator, whose district includes large parts of the West Side, including Austin, gave away roughly 800 book bags packed with school supplies. Attendees were also treated to free food and a free visit to the zoo. “God wants me to make sure every single child deserves a quality school, a good teacher and a good education,” Lightford said. CONTACT: michael@austinweeklynews.com

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West Side students become experts in city’s suffering A Dominican summer program turns young people into critical thinkers of pressing social problems By MICHAEL ROMAIN Editor

“A lot of people are getting shot and killed for no reason,” said 13-year-old Keyandre Embrey. “I almost got shot around a year ago.” The North Lawndale resident contemplated the city’s violence, and possible solutions to it, as part of an academic presentation he made at Dominican University in River Forest last week. Embrey was one of 40 participants in Dominican’s School of Education Reading Academy Program, a three-week summer course that paired students from schools like Chicago Jesuit Academy in Austin and KIPP Ascend Middle School in North Lawndale with 23 undergraduates, graduates and specialists seeking reading specialist certification among other teaching credentials. “We have a program that provides 45 minutes each of reading, writing, research and technology,” said Penny Silvers, the program director and a professor in Dominican’s School of Education. Elia Ellis said her son, 12-year-old Michael Allen, showed marked improvements in less than a month. “He’s only been in here for three weeks but he’s improved almost a full grade level in his reading,” said Ellis. “He’s just showing a lot more confidence and more enthusiasm.” Scott DeCaluwe, a Berwyn teacher pursuing his master’s degree in education to become a reading specialist, attributes the program’s success to its intimacy.

“I think the one-on-one time, the ability to connect with teachers individually is very important,” DeCaluwe said. “This program allows us to see kids with diverse abilities and from different backgrounds. As teachers, we learn to adjust to the students’ particularities.” Silvers said the summer program also makes students think critically about problems in the real world while cultivating in students a passion for learning and reading independently. Each year, the students receive $50 gift cards to Barnes & Noble Bookstore. This year, Silvers said, the students took a bus to the store’s downtown location within DePaul University’s Loop Campus. On July 29, during the program’s last day, Embrey and his colleagues showed an audience comprising their fellow students, parents and teachers presentations they produced with video editing software and a green screen. The presentations delved into pressing real-world issues like gun violence, lead poisoning and cyberbullying, and explored cultural phenomena like hip-hop. Keyandre’s brother, Kavion, 12, said he’d like to see more “no-guns allowed” signs in establishments and fewer loaded guns in the hands of people seeking to do harm. For Olivia Teller and Jacob Christian, 13-year-old students at KIPP Ascend, the three-week summer program allowed them to think about ways to end police brutality — a subject they know through experience. “We’ve seen people go through it with the police,” said Teller, explaining the motivation to research and produce their roughly five-minute presentation. “And we wanted peo-

ple to know that black lives do matter.” “Some police think they’re above the law and don’t have to follow the rules,’ said Christian. “Police should get more consequences. When they kill blacks, they stay on the job and still get paid. That’s not fair.” They also considered the fatal 2014 shooting of 12-yearold Tamir Rice in Cleveland by a police officer who mistook Rice’s toy gun for a real one. “Even though he was holding a gun, he wasn’t trying to attack the cops,” said Christian. “He didn’t even know somebody had called the police. They could’ve checked the gun Tamir had, but the police needed more training to do that.” The two students proposed more body cameras and more consistency among officers who wear them. Currently, they said, some cameras are worn inappropriately or are dysfunctional. Ernestine Johnson said she’s noticed the emotional and academic growth in her son Darius, 12, whose presentation comprised a rap that Johnson created with his two friends, Makhi Reed, 14, and Kameron McBroom, 13. All are students at Chicago Jesuit Academy. “We wanted to do something humorous to tell about why rap is good,” said Darius. “He’s improved in everything,” his mother, Ernestine, said. “I mean, he treats his little cousins and younger children better. He really enjoyed his time here. It was all he talked about.” CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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during their four years at Legal Prep. These courses allow students to think like a lawyer and gain exposure to critical cases that have influenced United States history. Legal Prep is pleased to share that 93% of their first graduating class is off to college this upcoming fall. These students benefitted from the top-notch education at Legal Prep and received the resources to persist through the challenges that they encountered outside of the classroom during their high school career. Legal Prep students receive socio-emotional support and counseling that make it possible for students to put their challenges aside and truly focus in the classroom. Legal Prep was recently rated as a 2+ in CPS’ SQRP rating system. This level is higher than any other high school within a 2 miles radius of Legal Prep and not surpassed by a high school within 3 miles of the campus. Legal Prep is currently inviting students to join the Legal Prep family and enroll this fall. For more information and to register, please contact Melinda Stringer at 773-922-7800 or mstringer@ legalprep.org.

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Small Business Boot Camp On July 30, the Monroe Foundation and Commissioner Richard Boykin hosted the Small Business Boot Camp Information Session at the Austin Town Hall in Chicago. The event was created to educate small business owners on the West Side of Chicago and equip them with the necessary tools to sustain a successful business. Attendees learned how to complete a business plan and business loan documents and learned about the City of Chicago Business Compliance requirements.

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Austin Town Hall: full of fests and music On Saturday, Aug. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the park will host the Sounds of Summer with DJ Monty during its Community Festival. The event will feature numerous activities, workshops, art and sculpture, music and more. For more information, visit http://www. chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks/Austin-Town-Hall-Park/.

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BIG WEEK Welcome to Big Week, the new Calendar format for Wednesday Journal, the Forest Park Review, Austin Weekly News and Riverside-Brookfield Landmark. Yep, a lot fewer items will be included and that will be an adjustment. But the great events we do feature will get much more play – both in print and digitally.

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Tech employers seeking workers For those seeking employment, Triton College, located at 2000 Fifth Ave. in suburban River Grove, will host an Engineering Technology, Automotive and Visual Communications Job Fair on Thursday, Aug. 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature Chicago area employers looking for workers to fill full-time and part-time positions.

Emma Mitts hosts 37th Ward back to school Gospel Fest Ald. Emma Mitts (37th) will host her 16th Annual Back-to-School Gospel Fest in LaFollette Park, 1333 N. Laramie Ave., on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. The much-anticipated event will feature numerous performers, including Mildred Williams, Johari McGee & Sacred, Rev. D’angelo Person and many more. The event’s Welcome Program starts at 11 a.m. Submissions to: community@wjinc.com

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AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-09159. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-09159 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 025591 TJSC#: 36-7064 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I697189

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY D E PA R T M E N T â&#x20AC;&#x201C; C H A N C E R Y DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST NLC TRUST 2005-2 MORTGAGEBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-2 Plaintiff, -v.JOSEPH DAY, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST NLC FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Defendants 12 CH 025591 741 N. PINE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60644 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 31, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 2, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Driveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;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 741 N. PINE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-09101-004. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-BC1; Plaintiff, vs. ANTONIO MIRAMONTES; CARMEN MIRAMONTES; AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE SUBROGEE OF CUSTOM AIR SYSTEMS, INC.; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANTONIO MIRAMONTES, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CARMEN MIRAMONTES, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 5487 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, August 19, 2016 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. 16-04-422-011-0000. Commonly known as 4831 West Walton Street, Chicago, IL 60651. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 WA15-0047. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I698176

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY D E PA R T M E N T – C H A N C E R Y DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.FRANCISCO MENDOZA, MARIA MENDOZA Defendants 14 CH 12179 945 NORTH CENTRAL PARK AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60651 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 27, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 15, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 945 NORTH CENTRAL PARK AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-02415-005, Property Index No. 16-02415-005-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser

to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 11400. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 11400 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 12179 TJSC#: 36-8481 I698654

THE C-BASS MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-CB1 Plaintiff, -v.JUANITA VALENCIA, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 15 CH 009470 4051 W. POTOMAC AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60651 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 7, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 9, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4051 W. POTOMAC AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-03-231-003. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the

property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-08759. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-08759 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 009470 TJSC#: 36-7748 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. I698033

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY D E PA R T M E N T – C H A N C E R Y DIVISION U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE ADMINISTRATOR, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGE BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2002-10; Plaintiff, vs. CLARENCE HALL; UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 15212 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 13, 2016 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 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. 16-04-417-038-0000. Commonly known as 906 N. Lawler Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Frederic Deraiche at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. File Number SPSF.2420 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

Commonly known as 4940 W. WALTON STREET, 1ST FLOOR, CHICAGO, IL 60651. P.I.N. 16-04-419-029. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3571125. Ref. No. 14-03034 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, August 26, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 5912 W. Superior St. Chicago, IL 60644. P.I.N. 16-08-200-028-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 15-034878 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

I699074 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION C I T I M O RT G A G E , INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ATLANTIC MORTGAGE & INVESTMENT CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs. BENJAMIN C. GIPSON; FLEET MORTGAGE CORPORATION; MARY GIPSON, CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ROBERT PORTERFIELD; DARLENE BOSS, HEIR; DENISE BOSS, HEIR; REVELL BOSS, HEIR; RANDY BOSS, HEIR; RAY BOSS, HEIR AND DELORIS MILLER, HEIR; UNKNOWN TENANTS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 14 CH 16195 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on September 16, 2015, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

I699079 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, vs. ACCREDITED HOME LENDERS, INC., VINCENT FINKLEA AS HEIR AND AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MAE BINNIEFIELD, THERESA FINKLEA, HEIR, CALVIN FINKLEA, HEIR, YVONNE FINKLEA-PARKER AND CANDACE FINKLEA, HEIR, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, 15 CH 13895 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on May 23, 2016, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 621 N. LATROBE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60644. P.I.N. 16-09-113-013-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3571125. Ref. No. 15-02216 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I699085 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. MONNIE CARTER; Defendants, 15 CH 17355

I699110 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs. CARLOS RIVERA AKA CARLOSS RIVERA; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 1253 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, September 1, 2016 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. 16-02-204-027-0000. Commonly known as 3552 West Le Moyne Street, Chicago, Illinois 60651. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.falillinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F16010107 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I699641

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CLASSIFIEDS (773) 626-6332 | FAX: (708) 524-0447 | E-MAIL: CLASSIFIEDS@AUSTINWEEKLYNEWS.COM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-EMX9; Plaintiff, vs. KELLY BROWN; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AMERICA’S SERVICING COMPANY; ANNETTE BROWN; SHARON MOORE; PATRICIA CONLEY; KELVIN BROWN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 10 CH 8257 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, September 2, 2016 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. 16-05-409-033-0000. Commonly known as 5922 West Augusta Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60651. 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 multiunit 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 Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.falillinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. W10010054 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I699642 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY D E PA R T M E N T – C H A N C E R Y DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.ALBANIYA YOUKHANA A/K/A SUZY YOUKHANA, 410107 W. IOWA CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., BRASFIELD CONSTRUCTION, INC. Defendants 11 CH 004845 CONSOLIDATED WITH 13 CH 18287 4101 W. IOWA STREET UNIT #3 CHICAGO, IL 60651 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, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 12, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4101 W. IOWA STREET UNIT #3, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index

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No. 16-03-429-045-1003. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-10-41898. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-10-41898 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 004845 CONSOLIDATED WITH 13 CH 18287 TJSC#: 36-7575 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. I698633

mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm fax number 312372-4398 Please refer to file number 15-077194. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 2911717 Fax #: (312) 372-4398 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 15-077194 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 15 CH 16277 TJSC#: 36-9277 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. I700086

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.WALTER WILLIAMS, TD BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO TARGET NATIONAL BANK F/K/A RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK, DISCOVER BANK, CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. F/K/A CAPITAL ONE BANK, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO FIA CARD SERVICES, N.A., MRC RECEIVABLES CORPORATION, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, DOMESTIC LINEN SUPPLY CO., INC. D/B/A DOMESTIC UNIFORM RENTAL, STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 15 CH 16277 5114 WEST ADAMS STREET Chicago, IL 60644 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 24, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 31, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5114 WEST ADAMS STREET, Chicago, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-16-203-0140000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $197,444.99. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2007-CH1, ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007CH1; Plaintiff, vs. LORENZO L. MITTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LORENZO L. MITTS, IF ANY; DELAWARE CHARTER GUARANTEE & TRUST COMPANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 07 CH 14192 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on June 7, 2016 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, September 8, 2016 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. 16-05-409-019-0000. Commonly known as 1040 N. MAYFIELD AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60651. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family resi-

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dence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Frederic Deraiche at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. File Number SPSL.0180 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

W. HARRISON STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-16221-063. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit

which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-11-22788. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-11-22788 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 026757 TJSC#: 36-9291 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. I700203

I700126 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY D E PA R T M E N T – C H A N C E R Y DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.PATRICIA MUHAMMAD, CITY OF CHICAGO, MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 026757 4830 W. HARRISON STREET CHICAGO, IL 60644 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 1, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 2, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4830

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