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Middle School hoopsters are conference champs PAGE 3

Madison Street loses two businesses PAGE 7

D209 visit to Forest Park sparks optimism Residents encouraged by outreach effort from new Proviso supt.

By THOMAS VOGEL

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ozens of Forest Parkers gathered Jan. 24 at Forest Park Village Hall to share ideas about improving Proviso District 209, to meet school leadership — including newly hired Superintendent Jesse Rodriguez — and brainstorming solutions to several persistent issues, including student underachievement.

The town hall-style get-together is part of a series of meetings organized by District 209, with school officials and board of education members heading to each Proviso feeder community to hear from community members and parents. D209 hired Rodriguez in July 2016, a year after a new slate of reform-minded members, including two from Forest Park, joined the high school board and signaled a renewed effort to revive the troubled school district.

“We have competition. We have many schools in the area,” Rodriguez said. “But we love our public schools and we can compete. Our public schools need to serve our families.”

The town hall featured remarks by Supt. Rodriguez, Forest Park Mayor Anthony Calderone and several school principals. District 91 officials, including Supt. Louis Cavallo, and board of education members Mary Win Conner and Eric Conner, were also in attendance, indicating the importance of cross-district collaboration.

“This is encouraging. There’s a renewed energy,” Calderone told the Review. “It has to start with parents. They have to say ‘We are taking charge.’”

See D209 VISIT on page 6

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STRONGER TOGETHER: Proviso Together held a fundraiser at Doc Ryan's Bar and Grill in downtown Forest Park.

The group has put 3 members on the school board, and hopes to add more. The event featured music by the Red Mints, a local favorite from Forest Park. See more photos on page 5.

Madison Street on Register of Historic Places?

Biz consultant says it’s in the early stage of discussion

By ROBERT J. LIFKA Contributing Reporter

Bridget Lane, of Business Districts Inc. of Evanston, in her latest update

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to the village council, mentioned the possibility of applying to put Forest Park’s main street on the National Register of Historic Places.

The village’s economic development

consultant, told village officials at the Jan. 23 village council meeting that the beginning of a new year is a “great See BUSINESS DISTRICTS on page 4

John Rice: Inspired by strong women

Pastor Mitty has an up-and-down day

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Marching toward the Garden of Eden

y sister marched downtown on Jan. 21, while my sister-in-law marched in Washington. I found it inspiring to see marchers from Forest Park streaming off the Blue Line. I didn’t march but found meaning in the movement the next day at church.

I attend a conservative Protestant church, not exactly a bastion of liberalism. The march wasn’t mentioned but the spirit of the message made me think of all the marchers worldwide. The pastor preached on The Book of Ruth.

Ruth wasn’t a disciple, a prophet, or a miracle worker.

She was an ordinary woman who displayed extraordinary kindness.

Ruth was a Moabite, a minority, looked down upon by the Israelites. When famine struck Israel, though, Naomi and her family fled to Moab. Naomi’s son married Ruth but died 10 years later. Now Ruth had three strikes against her: female, minority and widowed.

Naomi decided to return to Bethlehem. She urged Ruth to return to her mother and remarry. Ruth answered her with one of the most beautiful passages in the Bible: “Where you go I will go, and where you

stay I will stay. Your people will be my people, your God will be my God. Where you die, I will die and there I will be buried.”

The reading was followed by a song: “We are here to help each other, Walk the mile and bear the load, I will share your joy and sorrow, Till we’ve seen this journey through.” Another song was about “sisters walking together, no longer strangers.” It brought to mind the pink-hatted masses who flooded the Loop that glorious Saturday.

In modern terms, The Book of Ruth celebrates the relationship between strong and resourceful women. It champions outcasts and oppressed people.

The spirit of Ruth is expressed by the Hebrew word “hesed.” It stands for strength, steadfastness and love. It also means faithful love in action. That’s what we saw expressed on every continent that Saturday.

Besides quoting the Bible, the pastor talked of the importance of Inauguration addresses.

He quoted from John F. Kennedy’s soaring speech. Kennedy’s words had a spirit of reconciliation toward all nations. They were also a call to action: “Ask not what the country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.”

Kennedy warned: “In the long history of

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In modern

terms, The Book of Ruth celebrates the relationship between strong and resourceful women.

Champs The 6th/7th grade Forest Park Middle School basketball team won their conference championship, Jan. 19, even though two of the schools in their conference have more students in one grade than FPMS has in the whole school, and even though two of the regular starters were new to the basketball team this year. The team also finished the second quarter with a collective GPA of 3.31 and one of the starters had a 3.44. Not bad.

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the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger.” He ended the address with: “Finally, whether you are citizens of America or citizens of the world, let us go forth to lead the land we love, asking His blessing and His help, but knowing that here on earth God’s work must truly be our own.”

The pastor concluded by calling upon us to display “courageous kindness” like Ruth had done. We all know of people who display courageous kindness. There’s a woman in our discussion group, who is donating a kidney to a woman she barely knows. A woman from Forest Park donated hers to her brother on dialysis.

That’s life-saving, but I’ll settle for everyday kindness, like the kind that was displayed in the Loop that day. I hope this spirit doesn’t die and that the movement goes forward and continues to grow in strength. I’ll do my part by focusing on the strong, kind women who are leaders in Forest Park.

Oh, I almost forgot another highlight of the church service: The organist pounding out the intro to “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida,” before launching into “This Little Light of Mine.” Even that had meaning.

Iron Butterfly’s hit is gibberish for “In the Garden of Eden.”

■■John Rice is a columnist/private detec-

tive, who has seen his business and family thrive in Forest Park. He thoroughly enjoys life in the village and still gets a thrill smelling Red Hots, watching softball and strolling through cemeteries.

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opportunity” to coordinate resources.

To that end, she said she met earlier this month with the Amilcar Perez from the Forest Park Public Library and Lori Kokenes from the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce.

“We worked on a whole program to coordinate all year and to really help small businesses here be more effective in Forest Park,” she said. “We also want to help any resident living here who has had a dream of starting a business learn more about how you can do that and resources available.”

Among those resources are monthly programs offered by the library that are geared specifically to operators of existing small businesses and those hoping to open their own small business.

The January program, held last week, featured an attorney speaking on legal aspects of small business challenges. Next month’s program, which will be held on Thursday, Feb. 16, will address starting a limited liability company, which is a hybrid legal structure that provides the limited liability features of a corporation and the tax efficiencies and operational flexibility of a partnership.

In addition to encouraging attendance at the library programs, Lane cited the databases that are available through the library at no charge to businesses and residents.

Noting that Forest Park “is a fabulous place for small businesses,” she said helping “grow our own” is one of her goals for 2017.

“It’s really important that we create jobs in town and entrepreneurship and elevate the regional reputation of Forest Park,” Lane said. ”We’re going to really work this year on the opportunity to help existing Forest Park businesses and any residents or others interested in starting a business get off the ground with a lot of resources and support.

Lane also said she wants to leverage Forest Park’s “key assets,” Madison Street, Roosevelt Road and Harlem Avenue, in 2017.

“We’ve been working on it and will continue to work on it.”

On Madison, in addition to supporting brokers and connecting potential tenants, she said Forest Park needs to leverage the business district’s positive image and increase the number of daytime customers, noting there aren’t as many people on the street during the day as at night.

Lane also said village officials are examining the potential of applying for the National Register of Historic Places. Although that process is still in the early stages, she noted the program offers federal income tax advantages and indicated it would be a way to help property owners make improvements.

The planned Roosevelt streetscaping project will make business opportunities there more attractive, said Lane, who plans to

“It’s really important that

we create jobs in town and entrepreneurship and elevate the regional reputation of Forest Park.”

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Business Districts Inc.

create a property marketing sheet for prospective new businesses. She also said the village needs to continue supporting the Forest Park Plaza on Roosevelt and said negotiations are continuing with prospective tenants for the former K-Mart property and out lots on the south side of Roosevelt on either side of the entrance.

Her presentation included a map that showed 4.2 million residents are within a 30-minute drive from the Forest Park Plaza, as well as 2.7 million jobs and $34.9 billion in retail spending. Lane said that positions Roosevelt well for a growing trend in retail — buy online and pick it up in the store.

More online shoppers are picking up the purchases rather than having them delivered to their homes and risking the packages sitting on the porch for an extended period, making them a likely target for thieves.

On Harlem, Lane said two opportunities will present themselves in 2017, both of which involve coordinating with the village of Oak Park. Rush Oak Park Hospital has announced plans to build a $30 million emergency department building on its campus north of its main building at the corner of Madison Street and Maple Avenue, which is one block east of Harlem. In addition, Pace and the Regional Transportation Authority have announced plans to study Harlem from North Avenue to Toyota Park in Bridgeview.

She said she hopes this could improve the Madison gateway and support the auto-oriented businesses on Harlem.

Lane’s presentation was the third to the village council since the Forest Park resident’s firm was hired in May. Although village officials also considered creating an economic development director position, the village council instead approved the contract with Business Districts Inc. for a base rate of $3,000 per month for six months.

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also steered the evening’s conversations toward what is working well in the district, including more extracurricular activities, the district’s new leadership, and the feeling of renewed optimism from parents and comfrom page 1 munity members.

The event concluded with attendees gathThe meeting’s several dozen attendees ering in a circle and sharing one word to debroke into three smaller groups — each led scribe the past few hours. A sense of optimism by one of Proviso’s three principals — to talk was palpable as attendees chose words such as through concerns, express frustrations and “inspired,” “empowered,” and “proud.” ask questions. The discussions produced a Positivity aside, challenges still exist. The wide-range of issues, including building district’s 2016 four-year graduation rate was maintenance, lackluster graduation rates, 73.5 percent, more than 10 percentage points and the less-than-stellar public perception below the state average, according to the Illiof D209, particularly in Forest Park. nois Report Card, the state’s official source.

Several attendees mentioned Other metrics, including the the need to shift the negative rate of graduating seniors ennarrative surrounding Proviso rolling in two- or four-year colschools. In years past, D209 leges is also below state avermade headlines for student age. District performance on fights and a fire, which forced statewide tests, including the class cancellations. Several atPartnership for Assessment of tendees said the public’s view Readiness for College and Caof Proviso has discouraged Forreer (PARCC) also leave plenty est Parkers from enrolling their of room for improvement. children in the district.

“It’s a work in progress,” Indeed, according to data proClaudia Medina, one of two vided to the Review by D209, D209 board members from Forthere are 168 Forest Park stuest Park, said. “We have to endents in the district’s three high schools as of January RODNEY ALEXANDER gage the community.”

A few attendees felt energized 2017. The only other community Participant by the number of people at the with fewer children enrolled is meeting but mentioned the Northlake with 113 students. need to keep momentum movOther communities, including ing forward.

Maywood and Melrose Park, “The turnout is good,” Forest send a much larger student popParker and Proviso East alum Jeremy Horn ulation to D209. said.

“It’s a stepping stone. Let’s support our Even accounting for differences in generhigh school district.” al population, Forest Park still sends a relaOther expressed their approval for the tively smaller group of students. Hillside, for instance, has around about six thousand new D209 administration.

“It’s a breath of fresh air,” Rodney Alexfewer residents than Forest Park but sends ander said of Rodriguez’s leadership. “He’s nearly double the number of students — 324.

Forest Park has a troubled history with engaged and has a pulse on the schools.”

Alexander said he’s already decided his D209, including efforts to leave the Proviso school system several years ago. For de- young son, who is in fourth grade, to Procades, many Forest Parkers have opted to viso for high school. Alexander is running send their children to private or parochial for a spot on the D209 Board of Education in schools instead and, save for this latest the upcoming April 4 election.

“Change is possible when people get inelection, community representation on the volved,” Alexander said. “We gotta roll up board of education has not been robust.

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Madison Street loses two retailers Deedee & Edee and American Artwork Gallery close shop

By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

Downtown Forest Park lost two of its retail shops this month with the closure of American Artworks Gallery and women’s clothing store Deedee & Edee.

Deb Dworman, owner of Deedee & Edee, 7415 W. Madison St., said she always aimed to close the store after about 10 years — she’s planning to move to Seattle to be closer to family — but she noted that sales have been slow for the last 4-5 years.

She said the closure of several other businesses over the last several years — Flavour Cooking School and House Red Vinoteca closed in 2015 and Two Fish Art Glass in 2011 — slowed foot traffic on Madison, resulting in fewer customers coming into Deedee & Edee.

“Two Fish went several years ago, but it all has an impact,” she said, noting that it was a “huge loss” for the retail corridor.

Dworman, a former president of the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, said restaurants in the area also are a good attraction for shoppers, “but a lot of times people going out to eat are not shopping.

“Restaurants are good, but they’re not

“Restaurants are good, but they’re not good enough to drive our business.”

DEB DWORMAN Dee & Edee owner

good enough to drive our business,” she said.

Dworman plans to leave for Seattle by the end of the year. The remainder of items left following the shop’s last day earlier this month were donated to Fox Valley Women’s Transitional Center, which prepares female ex-offenders to return to ordinary life after serving time in prison.

American Artworks Gallery, 7314 W. Madison St., which offered the work of local artists, also closed in January, but owner Lisa Dodge said she’s not leaving because of

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LAST HURRAH: Even the pugs during the Holiday Walk in December couldn't save the shop. slumping sales but because she’s sick of the cold Illinois winters.

Dodge opened the shop seven years ago.

“It has nothing to do with the rent; it’s a personal choice,” she said. “I am sad about

leaving the artists and customers.”

Dodge said she’s headed to the warmer climes of Charleston, South Carolina.

“I want to do something totally different,” she said.

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Daddy-Daughter Sweetheart Dance Friday, Feb. 3 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Park District of Forest Park: A delicious dinner, games and dancing to your favorite musical tunes. Dress for the occasion in your favorite sweetheart outfit. Each child, age 4-12 will receive a special gift and all the adult/ child couples will receive a photo to remember the occasion. Resident, $35 per couple; nonresident, $45 per couple; $7 extra child.

Registration is no longer being taken, but you can get on the waiting list by calling 708-366-7500 or go to www.pdofp.org.

Blood Drive Sunday, Feb. 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. John Lutheran: The St. John Blood Drive takes place in the school’s gym/kitchen.

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BIG WEEK Door County Fish Boil Saturday, Feb. 4 around 4:30 p.m., FitzGerald’s parking lot in Berwyn: FitzGerald’s Nightclub hosts its annual Door County-style fresh fish boil, accom accompanied by live music. Doors open at 3:30, with the first boil at approximately 4:30, conducted by Ken Koyen, aka “the Fish Mortician.” Live music starts in the big room at 4:45 and continues throughout the evening. The Island All-Star Band strikes up at 7:30. For more, call 708-788-2118. Roosevelt Road and Clarence.

Memoir writing workshops Thursdays, Feb. 2, 9 and 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Hemingway’s Birthplace: The Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park’s writer-in-residence (2015-2017), David W. Berner, will conduct a series of writing workshops ending with a workshop on getting your writing published (Feb. 23 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.). Berner writes memoirs, personal essays, literary nonfiction, and fiction. His new book, October Song: A Memoir of Music and the Journey of Time, will be available in April. He is an associate professor at Columbia College, a journalist, and broadcaster.

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East meets West Saturday, Feb. 4 at 1 and 2:30 p.m., Proviso West High School: Proviso East meets Proviso West in basketball, girls and boys. Girls game is 1 p.m. with the boys following at 2:30 p.m. Proviso West hosts the rivalry this year in the main gym.

Honoring Cernan Learn more about the late Eugene Cernan, Proviso alum, Bellwood native, and the last human being to walk on the moon, at the Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove. The center features a variety of earth and sky shows, children’s shows, laser light shows, earth and space exhibits, a membership program and the Star Store gift shop. Hours: Mon.-Thu., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6:30-9 p.m.; Sat. 6-10 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Theater admission: $8/adult ($10 for laser show); $4/ youth ($5 for laser show); $4/senior (55+) ($5 for laser show). 708-456-0300

The League of Improv Heroes Saturdays, Feb. 4, 11 and 18, Open Door Theater, Oak Park: Improvisational Comedy featuring Second City teachers, alumnae and some of the lovely ladies of “The Spew.” Tickets: $15 at www.opendoor902@ gmail.com or call 708-386-5510. Located at 902 S. Ridgeland Ave.

February Meeting Dates Wednesday the 1st, Local Adjudication, 4 pm, Village Hall

Tuesday the 14th, Forest Park Chamber of Commerce General Meeting

Thursday the 16th, Park District of Forest Park Board Meeting, 6 pm, Administration Building

Monday the 6th, Plan Commission, 7 pm, Village Hall

Tuesday the 14th, Auxiliary Police, 7 pm, Village Hall

Thursday the 16th, Safety & Traffic Commission, 7 pm, Village Hall

Tuesday the 7th, Recreation Board, 7 pm, Village Hall

Free Folk Music Concert Monday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m., Oak Park Public Library: Singer/songwriter/pianist Kenny White will perform in the Veterans Room. The successful NYC-based record producer has worked with stars like Mick Jagger, Merle Haggard, and Keith Richards. 834 Lake St., in Oak Park. CDs will be for sale and signing. Contact Debby Preiser, 708-697-6915 or dpreiser@oppl.org.

■ As you’ve likely noticed, our Calendar has changed to Big Week. Fewer items, higher profile. If you would like your event to be featured here, please send a photo and details by noon of the Wednesday before it needs to be published. We can’t publish everything, but we’ll do our best to feature the week’s highlights.

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Thursday the 9th, Diversity Commission, 7 pm, Village Hall Thursday the 9th, District 91 Elementary School District Meeting, 7:30 pm, Administration Office Monday the 13th, Village Council Meeting, 7 pm, Village Hall

Wednesday the 15th, Local Adjudication, 10 am, Village Hall Wednesday the 15th, E-911 Board, 10 am, Village Hall Wednesday the 15th, Proviso High School 209 Board Meeting, 6:30 pm, PMSA Thursday the 16th, Fire & Police Commission, 5 pm, Village Hall

Monday the 20th, Forest Park Library Board, 7:30 pm, Library Tuesday the 21st, Neighborhood Watch, 7 pm, Village Hall Tuesday the 21st, Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 pm, Village Hall Monday the 27th, Village Council Meeting, 7 pm, Village Hall

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CELEBRATING 100 YEARS

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C O M M U N I T Y

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Village was lucky to know Lindy

"First of its kind ever published"

Before he became the most famous man in America, Charles Lindbergh sometimes slept here

By JOHN RICE

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Contributing Reporter

t’s highly appropriate that the hit song of 1927 was “Blue Skies” because when Charles Lindbergh flew his airplane, the “Spirit of St. Louis” across the Atlantic, he dominated the news.

Few towns had a connection to Lucky Lindy like Forest Park. The former air mail pilot was a houseguest at 536 Circle in 1923. A.L. Hall, the publisher of the Forest Park Review, hobnobbed with Colonel Lindbergh in 1927 and his company later published The Story of Lindbergh, a 300-page epic about the aviator. Plus, when the new Post Office opened at 316 Circle, it sold the new Lindbergh Air Mail stamps. They cost 2 cents.

In other world news, Sacco and Vanzetti were executed. The Holland Tunnel was opened in New York, where the Yankees’ “Murderer’s Row” ruled baseball. The hit movie The Jazz Singer, was the first feature-length talkie. In 1927, a steak sandwich cost $1.25, men’s suits were $16 and a raccoon coat would set you back $40. Henry Ford lured legions of workers to Detroit, offering the unheard of wage of $5 a day.

The Gold standard 1927 was an election year in Forest Park, and it was as intensely fought as present-day campaigns. The year began with Mayor Kaul re-stating his promise not to seek a second term. Referring to his self-enforced term limit he said, “Everyone knows where I stand.” Soon a crowded field was vying for his seat. Back then, bookies placed odds on the races for mayor and commissioner.

There were 15,000 villagers that year, up from 10,768 in 1920.

George R. Gold, who campaigned with the slogan, “A vote for Gold is a vote for a clean, upright and honest administration,” won the mayoral contest. The new village council held their first meeting on April 30. It lasted from 8:15 p.m. to 1 a.m.! A few spectators lasted to the end of the Monday night/Tuesday morning meeting.

The election had other repercussions besides inducing sleepiness. Voters approved lighting the streets but defeated a proposal to create a municipal band (Henry Hill would have been disappointed).

The council passed a new code of village ordinances.

They included don’t spit on the sidewalk; don’t sleep

on the sidewalk (without a good excuse); and don’t roller-skate in the middle of the street. Other prohibitions included permitting any horse, ass, ox, cow, goat, or pig to roam the streets. It was also against the law to let an un-muzzled bear go forth The Oct. 20, 1917 unattended.

Review was also Speaking of prohibition proud to display with a capital “P,” a large a “remarkable — still was discovered in the Charles first of its kind alley between Harlem & Lindbergh Elgin. Government agents ever published” photo of a bowlconfiscated 261 five-gallon ing ball striking cans of alcohol. However, pins at Vogel’s government control went only so far. The Zon ZonBowling Alley, at ing Board reported they could not keep out apartments.

Harrison & Har“There is now an apartment house on practically every lem. The pinsetPhotos courtesy Forest Park Historical Society block of the village,” commissioners complained. ter can be seen in Just west of Forest Park, a 200-acre parcel of land the background. The paper scored another plum south of 22nd Street was donated by Edith Rockefeller when Editor Edith Heileman interviewed movie to the Chicago Zoological Society for the creation of a star, Gloria Swanson. The interview aired on the zoo, “with lakes and mountains.” Cook County voters radio, because Swanson was not ready for her approved $5 million for the construction of Brookfield close-up.

Zoo. To the north, the North Avenue Bridge across the Des Plaines River was completed.

The Review reported “vague was near completion. It would be named in honor plans to pave North Avenue of longtime teacher, Elizabeth White and beto Du Page County and come known as Grant-White. If it had been into Kane County.” named for Alonzo, it might have ended up The village council Cary-Grant. In other school news, St. John also tried to make Lutheran planned to open a south school street improvements. on Marengo to accommodate 50 students.

They were stymied Field School parents took in a jazz proin their attempts to gram.

Over 1,000 public school students widen 12th Street. It Courtesy John RIce flocked to the Altenheim Grove for their was approved by all 316 Circle, the site of annual picnic.

And the paper proudly anthe property owners the Forest Park Post Office nounced that 16 seniors from Proviso High “except the Harlem Golf School had been named to the National Honor in 1927.

Course.” There were “ruSociety. mors plenty but little fact” inForest Park’s own radio station, WBNA, broadcast dicating that the owners of the golf big bands from the Triangle Café. Owner M.J. Rafferty course were going to revive the Harlem Race Track (now the mall), which had held its last race in 1904. In expanded the hours of the 5,000 kilowatt station, which Rafother “fake news”: “Seller of bargain oranges turns out aired live music from a tower atop the ballroom. Raf ferty would later survive getting shot five times in the to be fraudulent.”

In 1927, Alonzo Cary, the last remaining Civil War vet- parking lot, which may have induced his retirement. eran in Forest Park, died at the age of 82. At the school The Review retired 1927 by wishing all of its readers bearing his commanding general’s name, an addition “Merry Christmas,” which could be controversial today.

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A 27-year-old woman told Forest Park police she lost $600 cash after leaving Dunkin Donuts, 7200 Circle Ave., on Jan. 26 around 8:45 a.m. The woman told officers she realized she’d lost her wallet after driving away and returned to see if someone had found it.

Upon returning, a Dunkin Donuts employee gave the wallet back to the woman, saying someone had turned it in shortly after she left. The wallet was missing the $600 but nothing else was gone.

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Officers arrived at Famous Liquors, 7756 Madison St., after a Forest Park man told police his gold 2015 Chevrolet Cruz had been stolen out of the parking lot on Jan. 27 around 7 p.m. Police soon found the car near 1st and Quincy avenues, stopped in traffic and they approached on foot. The driver saw the officers and drove over the curb and fled westbound on Quincy Avenue. Police caught up with the Chevy near 3rd Avenue and Wilcox, but the driver failed to stop even after officers turned on squad car emergency lights. Officers called off the chase.

Earlier that evening, officers tried to stop a black 2010 Mercedes near Harlem Avenue and Pleasant Street after the car disobeyed a right-turn-only sign. The Mercedes continued to disobey traffic signals and did not stop once officers turned on emergency lights. The chase was also called off and police later learned the vehicle was reported stolen out of Chicago on Jan. 26. Both police reports note the driver and passengers of both the Chevrolet and Mercedes looked similar. No arrests have been made.

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■■An 18-year-old Chicago man was charged with retail theft after he, along with another man, took about $100 worth of Tide laundry detergent from a Walgreens, 7200 Roosevelt Road, on Jan. 25 around 8:30 a.m., without paying. Officers arrested the 18-year-old nearby after a short foot chase. The second man, whom police have not identified, fled in an Infinity SUV. Using red-light camera footage, officers later discovered the car

was reported stolen out of Naperville. The 18-year-old told officers the other man was his brother but refused to offer any more information, saying he “wasn’t a snitch.”

■■A 27-year-old Melrose Park man was charged on Jan. 26 with felony retail theft after he took $60 of lotion and body wash from CVS, 7216 Circle Ave. Officers saw the suspect walking northbound on Harlem Avenue and made the arrest. His court date is Feb. 2.

Catalytic converter stolen A 57-year-old Forest Park man found the catalytic converter on his 2003 Toyota was stolen sometime between Jan. 24 around 4 p.m. and Jan. 26 around 8 a.m. The car was parked in a rear lot on the 100 block of Circle Avenue.

Burglary A 22-year-old woman told police her grandparents’ house on the 7300 block of 16th Street had been burglarized sometime between Jan. 25 and 27. The grandparents vacation in Florida during winters and had been gone for some time. On Jan. 27 around 10 a.m., the granddaughter found lights on in the home and the front door broken off the frame. Police technicians were unable to lift any fingerprints or shoe imprints from the scene and noted in the police report, “It appears the unknown offender wore some sort of gloves.”

Motor vehicle theft Someone stole a black 2017 Dodge Caravan from the parking lot of Hawk Dodge, 7911 Roosevelt Road, on Jan. 26 around noon. An Enterprise Car Share employee had driven the van to Hawk to pick up two customers and bring them back to Enterprise, 7630 Roosevelt Road. The employee told officers he left the van, while it was still running with the keys inside, to go into the dealership to find the customers and use the washroom.

Hawk Dodge employees told police they saw two men in a blue Lexus in the parking lot “acting suspiciously,” but no one saw the theft. Video footage from the intersection of Desplaines Avenue and Roosevelt Road around that time shows a black van and a blue SUV heading northbound on Desplaines. License plates, make and model, however, were unable to be determined.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, Jan. 23-29, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded.

Unless otherwise indicated, anybody named in these reports has only been charged with a crime. These cases have not been adjudicated.

—Compiled by Thomas Vogel

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Come on in, the reading’s fine

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ooking for something interesting to do? Try your local library, which has something going on to excite every taste. If you go to our Forest Park Public Library, Skye Lavin, manager of Adult Services, will be there to show you around. Skye is a graduate of Yale University where she earned her BA degree, then went on to the University of Wisconsin Madison, for her master’s degree in Library Science.

How did we get lucky enough to acquire such a smart librarian?

Skye is an animal lover who loves her cat, Davey. Our other really smart Adult Services librarian is Gina Carfagno. More about Gina at a later date. The two ladies are shown at the copier where they are helping a patron with some important papers.

Some other exciting activities to get us through these gloomy days of winter: Grown Up Game Night on Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m. You can play Scrabble, Exploding Kittens, Flash Point, or bring your own game if you’d like. Play with friends, meet new friends or play a solitary game. Then on Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. see “Hamilton’s Women,” a living history program in which Leslie Goddard brings alive the women in Hamilton’s life. On Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. something for us seniors (or anyone else): learn how to create a Facebook account. Set up your profile and more in this workshop.

Did you know you can research your genealogy at the library, too? Libraries are wonderful places. I think the library is the most important building in any community.

Regardless of your religious beliefs, I hope you saw Rick Steves’ television

special on Martin Luther last week. In my opinion, it was one of the best programs ever shown on television. I am not Lutheran, but it doesn’t take much thought to realize the Reformation and Martin Luther were pivotal in history. It will probably be shown again.

Rick Steves doesn’t try to convert viewers; he just relates a most important period of history. This year is the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, a most significant date in history. How often in history have those who have spoken truth to power paid dearly for their independent thoughts? Often with much bloodshed and pain, and after long periods of time. But in the end, mankind achieved a little more freedom, a bit more progress.

Besides our library, we in Forest Park have Dominican University, right across the street in River Forest with its great diversity of lectures and programs to broaden and enrich our lives. The 37th Annual Benefit Concert this year features “Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen” on Saturday, March 11 at 5 p.m. Tickets start at $47. Gala package tickets are $350.

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Forest Park police announced the arrest of Xavier Watkins of Maywood, Jan. 27, and said they charged him with aggravated reckless driving and leaving the Xavier Watkins scene of an accident.

A press release said the arrest was

made on Jan. 26 and was the result of “following up on numerous leads and tracking down video footage” after the Jan. 22 hit-and-run incident near Roosevelt and Harlem that left a victim “seriously injured.” Video footage from several red-light cameras near the accident showed a black sedan fleeing the scene and several witnesses gave possible partial license plate numbers.

In an email, Deputy Police Chief Michael Keating said Watkins was due to appear in bond court on the morning of Jan. 27.

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ndependent retail, the sort of stores that shoppers clamor for in every attitude survey, is tough. Tough to attract. Tough to hold onto.

Madison Street is proving it right now with the unhappy closing of two longtime and active retailers.

Deedee & edee, a women’s fashion shop, closed after the holidays. Its owner, a former Chamber of Commerce president, said business had been tough for several years.

Deb Dworman noted the gradual diminishment of retail on the street and said that while restaurants are great, shopping and eating don’t always go together.

American Artworks Gallery has also closed, this shop after seven years in business. Lisa Dodge, its owner, said she is not closing due to bad business but rather to escape Chicago’s harsh winters.

Losing retail is not a phenomenon unique to Forest Park. From Macy’s closing shop in many malls around the country to a single storefront going dark on Madison, these are hard times for retail. Online shopping, whether it is the giant-sized Amazon or a highly specialized fashion purveyor, is quickly eating into local bricks and mortar.

It is possible to compete, but it takes shared energy and genuine innovation to create an exemplary shopping experience. Right now, Madison Street needs to find some retail leadership. And all of us need to move past the corrosiveness of the video gaming divide.

Doesn’t mean consensus will be readily achieved. But self-interest in building our business community is going to have to trump the frustrations.

Proviso road show

The Proviso Township High School road show rolled into Forest Park Village Hall one evening last week. And it was unlike anything seen in this village in 40-plus years.

There were dozens of local people attending. No one mentioned secession as a solution. Anthony Calderone, Forest Park’s mayor, spoke with honesty about the historical divide between Proviso East and Forest Park but also offered enthusiasm about the potential for change. Six of the seven members of the District 209 school board sat in the front row, albeit with the two factions on opposite sides of the aisle.

And then Supt. Jesse Rodriguez took the microphone to speak plainly but with infectious energy about the early momentum he sees, and can measure, at the district’s three high schools.

When the large group broke into thirds to hear from citizens, Rodriguez asked for input on what Proviso did well, what it needed to do going forward but more critically what it had “to stop doing right now.” And one of the notes that went up on the board was that the district had to stop shunning its critics.

Great advice when you are trying to turn a school district at or near bottom by most every measure. Stay off the defensive. Listen well. Celebrate success.

It was a good evening for Proviso and a better evening for Forest Park.

Pastor Mitty and a roller-coaster day

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astor Walter Mitty noticed that the alarm clock said 8 a.m. as he reached for his phone sitting on the bed stand. The caller ID said it was Michael Rosenthal, Mitty’s nextdoor neighbor and friend.

“Are you OK?” Mitty heard Michael ask.

“What do you mean, Michael?”

“I heard what happened at church yesterday. I had breakfast at the Main Café with my son, and Alice told me all about it as she was taking our order.”

“What did she say?”

Mitty heard his friend chuckling. “Oh, she said it’s all over town. How you voted for Trump and were saying we should build a wall on the Mexican border and deport all illegal immigrants.”

The pastor of Poplar Park Community Church didn’t think it was funny.

“But I didn’t say that! What happened was that Sharissa Hawkins had just gotten back from Washington D.C. on the red-eye flight, and at the coffee hour after church she was really excited about the Women’s March the day before.

“I was with her until she started calling all Trump voters ignorant, xenophobic, misogynist and all of that. That’s when I pushed back a little, reminding her that I come from Manitowoc and that although the majority of the people I know there voted for Trump and might be a little unsophisticated, they are basically decent people.” Mitty paused. “And that’s when the manure hit the rotary oscillator.”

Michael sighed. “I knew Alice was embellishing what she had heard. She should apply for a job on Fox News. But you and I both know that Poplar Park can be like that.

Even though a majority of people here voted for Hillary, there are some who don’t let facts get in the way of what they believe.”

Mitty acknowledged that what his friend was saying was true. Poplar Park is a village in the Chicago Metro area which many people have never heard of. Evanston had Northwestern University; Obama had lived in Hyde Park; and at least Cicero had Al Capone. Even the name Poplar Park was unimpressive. Over a hundred years ago when the town was incorporated, it was the fashion to name a village after a tree, but by the time Poplar Park looked for a name, all the classy trees were already taken: Maple Grove, Elmwood Park, Pine Crest, Oak Park. Poplar wasn’t real classy but it was all that was left.

Before hanging up, Mitty agreed to walk with Michael after lunch to Zaphne’s shop, called The Retro, and see if she had acquired any Ernie Banks or Willie Mays

baseball cards since last week.

He had just finished brushing his teeth when he heard “Take Me Out to the Ball Game,” the ring tone on his phone. It was Dominique, a respected member of the church who was a rare combination — an African American and a Republican.

“Hey, Pastor. You OK?” Mitty heard the voice asking on the other end. “I saw you walking out of church yesterday, looking like you had been misunderstood. I just wanted to call to say that I think you were.

You meant well. You were trying to get liberals to see reality from another point of view. Tell you the truth, the same thing happens to me. Most people can’t see how a black man can be a Republican.”

“You made my day, Dominique,” Mitty found himself saying. “Thanks for helping me put things in perspective.”

“Most of my life I’ve been misunderstood,” Dominique continued. “If I’m not wearing a business suit and people hear I grew up in the Robert Taylor projects, they automatically stereotype me as being rude, crude and angry. Then when they find out that I usually vote Republican, they assume I voted for Trump and somehow I’m a traitor to my race.”

Pastor Mitty knew Dominique’s story better than most, and his phone call made him realize that the man on the other end wanted to understand and care for him even though they sometimes didn’t see eye-to-eye politically.

After hanging up, as the pastor of Poplar Park Community Church put on his fall jacket — crazy warm weather for January, he thought — he heard a knock on the door.

He opened it and found Henry standing on the porch.

“Pastor Mitty,” said Henry as apologetically as he could, “I hate to bother you on your day off but could you give me one of those Dunkin Donuts gift cards you have? The shelter doesn’t open till 7:30, and I’m really hungry.”

Henry probably has $20 from panhandling already this morning, thought Mitty as he took a gift card from the drawer of his desk and gave it to the homeless man. He closed the front door behind him and followed Henry down the steps. In the half minute it took to get to Michael’s door he felt a pleasant peacefulness wash over him. It was only noon and already he had ridden up and down an emotional roller coaster, but because of his diverse friendships, his spiritual car hadn’t flown off the tracks.

Today he was going to make it to the end of the ride in OK shape.

TOM

HOLMES

Over a hundred

years ago when the town was incorporated, it was the fashion to name a village after a tree, but by the time Poplar Park looked for a name, all the classy trees were already taken.

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Diversity? Empowerment? Respect?

Says who?

It was a beautiful clear night when I took my 20-month-old grandbaby for the Holiday Walk in Forest Park. She enjoyed seeing the clip clop of ponies and petting the reindeer. She looked in the windows of the Caucasian dancers, the Caucasian instrumentalists and the Caucasian singers. There was diversity of students from a Forest Park school of music but none were African American.

The crowd of families was largely from Oak Park and River Forest, and there were few African American or Hispanic families in the crowd. I also did not see any cultural or religious diversity. Not one Chanukah menorah or a Kwanzaa Kinara represented. Chanukah eve was the same night as Christmas this year.

We have a Diversity Commission with a newly appointed African American woman on the committee. She is the only

African American member of the committee!

Forest Park, based on the 2014 census, reflects a mixed and diverse population.

Forest Park’s population is approximately 32.4% African American, 10% Hispanic and 8.2% Asian. There is also a significant percentage of people who identified as mixed race. The total is 52.3%. The Caucasian population is about 46.6%.

The Maywood Fine Arts program on 5th Avenue offers music, dance, voice and tumbling. There is a diverse group of children who attend. Look at Intuit Dance in Oak Park. Look to the high schools for choirs and dancers.

Forest Park and the Chamber of Commerce, seek and you shall find. Let’s respect and reflect all cultures and you will have more participation of diverse groups in your community.

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O B I T U A R I E S

Fred D’Angelo, 69 Vietnam veteran, longtime Forest Park resident Fred D’Angelo, 69, formerly of Forest Park, died on Dec. 16, 2016 at the Lexington Health Care Center in Streamwood, where he had resided for eight years. He graduated from Field Stevenson School and Proviso East High School. He played Little League baseball, Kiwanis football, and was an active member of the Boy Scouts and of the Sea Scouts from his childhood into adulthood.

After being drafted, he was deployed to Vietnam, where he served proudly and with distinction. He loved America, was extremely patriotic, and became an active member of the Forest Park Moose Lodge for many years.

He was a truck driver, drove tour buses, and worked in the offices of various industrial companies. An avid golfer, boater, swimmer, bowler, and fisherman, he especially enjoyed his various pets. While living at Lexington, he taught art lessons, managed the gift shop, helped organize various social functions and always brought his kindness, sense of humor, laughter, and never-ending helping hand to all of his fellow residents. He was loved and will be missed by many.

Fred D’Angelo is survived by his cousins,

Julia and Michael Doloszycki (Dolos), Jo Anne Sonneveld (nee Giuffre) and Roberta and Danny D’Angelo; his aunt, Josephine Pusateri; and his niece and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Al and Stella D’Angelo, and his sister, Patricia Bedrava (nee D’Angelo).

Wanda Foley, 94 Forest Park resident Wanda S. Foley (nee Johnson), 94, of Forest Park, died on Jan. 24, 2017. She was the wife of the late Daniel Foley; the mother of Carol (Robert) Stelter and the late Terry Reda and Alan Reda; the grandmother of Elizabeth (Daniel) Corcoran and Terry Reda Jr.; the sister of the late Durward Johnson, Edgar Johnson, Douglas Johnson, Ardis Harmon and Phyllis Lukowski; and the aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Services were held privately, with interment at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery.

Arrangements were by Forest Park’s Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home, 708-366-2200, www.ZimmermanHarnett.com.

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ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY

Religion Guide Methodist

Check First.

First United Methodist Church of Oak Park

First Congregational Church of Maywood

Kiwanis Club President Chris Harris

Meets every 2nd & 4th Tuesday at 6:45 pm

400 N. Fifth Avenue (1 block north of Lake St.) Come join us for Sunday Morning Worship at 11 am Pastor Elliot Wimbush will be preaching the message.

Refreshments and fellowship follow the service.

708-344-6150 firstchurchofmaywood.org When you're looking for a place to worship the Lord, Check First.

You’re Invited to A Church for All Nations A Church Without Walls

For more info contact: Chris Harris at 708-689-3180 or kiwanisclubfp@gmail.com

SERVICE LOCATION Forest Park Plaza 7600 W. Roosevelt Road Forest Park, IL 60130

William S. Winston Pastor (708) 697-5000

324 N. Oak Park Avenue 708-383-4983 www.firstUMCoakpark.org Sunday School for all Ages, 9am Sunday Worship, 10am Children’s Chapel during Worship Rev. Jenny Weber, Pastor Professionally Staffed Nursery Fellowship Time after Worship Presbyterian

Fair Oaks

Lutheran—ELCA

United Lutheran Church

409 Greenfield Street (at Ridgeland Avenue) Oak Park Holy Communion with nursery care and children’s chapel each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. www.unitedlutheranchurch.org

708/386-1576

Sunday Service 7AM, 9AM & 11:15AM

LIVE Webcast - 11:15AM Service Believer’s Walk of Faith Broadcast Schedule (Times in Central Standard Time) Television

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West Suburban Temple Har Zion

1040 N. Harlem Avenue River Forest Meet our Rabbi, Adir Glick Pray, learn, and celebrate with our caring, progressive, egalitarian community.

Interfaith families are welcome.

Accredited Early Childhood Program Religious School for K thru 12 Daily Morning Minyan Weekly Shabbat Services Friday 6:30pm & Saturday 10:00am Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 708.366.9000 www.wsthz.org

Lutheran-Independent

Grace Lutheran Church

7300 W. Division, River Forest David R. Lyle, Senior Pastor David W. Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Lauren Dow Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School/Adult Ed. 9:45 a.m.

Childcare Available

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

744 Fair Oaks Ave. Oak Park 386-4920 Rev. Daniel deBeer, Interim Pastor Sunday Schedule Christian Education for All Ages 9:00am Worship Service 10:00am

Roman Catholic

St. Bernardine Catholic Church Harrison & Elgin, Forest Park

CELEBRATING OUR 105TH YEAR! Sat. Masses: 8:30am & 5:00pm SUNDAY MASSES: 8:00am & 10:30am 10:30 Mass-Daycare for all ages CCD Sun. 9am-10:15am Reconciliation: Sat. 9am & 4pm Weekday Masses: Monday–Friday 6:30am Church Office: 708-366-0839 CCD: 708-366-3553 www.stbern.com Pastor: Fr. Stanislaw Kuca Traditional Catholic

Child care available 9-11am

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OAK PARK MEETING OF FRIENDS (Quakers) Meeting For Worship Sundays at 10:00 a.m. at Oak Park Art League 720 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Please call 708-445-8201 www.oakparkfriends.org

Roman Catholic

Ascension Catholic Church

The Traditional Catholic Latin Mass

Our Lady Immaculate Church 410 Washington Blvd Oak Park. 708-524-2408 Mass Times: Sat. 8:00am Sun. 7:30 & 10:00am Operated by Society of St. Pius X. Confessions 1 hr. before each mass

Third Unitarian Church 11am Service: “Celebration of Life” thirdunitarianchurch.org (773) 626-9385 301 N. Mayfield near Austin and Lake

Grace Lutheran School

Preschool - 8th Grade Bill Koehne, Principal 366-6900, graceriverforest.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

Christ Lutheran Church

607 Harvard Street (at East Av.) Oak Park, Illinois Rev. Robert M. Niehus, Pastor Sunday Bible Class: 9:15 am Sunday School: 9:10 Sunday Worship Services: 8:00 and 10:30 am Church Office: 708/386-3306 www.christlutheranoakpark.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church

305 Circle Ave, Forest Park Sunday Worship, 8:30 am and 11:00 am Adult Bible Class, 10:00 am Wheelchair Access to Sanctuary Leonard Payton, Pastor Roney Riley, Assistant Pastor 708-366-3226 | www.stjohnforestpark.org

808 S. East Ave. 708/848-2703 www.ascensionoakpark.com Worship: Saturday Mass 5:00 pm Sunday Masses 7:30, 9:00, 11 am, 5:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation 4 pm Saturday Taize Prayer 7:30 pm First Fridays Feb.– Dec. & Jan. 1 Holy Hour 6:00 pm Third Thursdays

Rev. James Hurlbert, Pastor

Roman Catholic

St. Edmund Catholic Church

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Masses: 8:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Masses: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.

Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m.

Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m.

Parish Office: 708-848-4417 School Phone: 708-386-5131

Unity

UNITY CHURCH OF OAK PARK 405 North Euclid Ave.

We behold the Christ in you.

Sunday Services 9 am & 11 am Youth Education 11 am 708-848-0960 — unityoakpark.org

Upcoming Religious Holidays

Feb 1 Vasant Panchami Hindu 2 Candlemas Presentation of Christ in the Temple Christian Imbolc / Lughnassah Wicca/Pagan Northern & Southern Hemispheres Presentation of Christ in the Temple Anglican Christian Saint Brighid of Kildare Celtic

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Berwyn 6 RM, 2BR. Heated. Dining rm.

Close to transport. Nice area. $995.

FOREST PARK CONDO Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath condo for rent. Hardwood flooring living room/dining room. Freshly painted.

1 assigned parking space. Heat included. $1450 Contact (630)6972994 or (708)526-3815.

902 S. 3RD AVENUE (2 blks W of 1st Ave & 1 blk N of Madison) Tired of renting? Why not consider buying an affordable 2BR condo w/ 1000+ sq ft of living space? Savings are built in from a unique 12 year tax freeze plus lower utility costs from energy saving systems and appliances. Onsite pkg, exterior lighting and enhanced security systems included. Plus you can customize and design your living space to better meet your needs! For details Call 708-383-9223.

SUBURBAN RENTALS BERWYN 2 BR Large 5RM 2BR vicinity of Clinton & 21st St. Residential prop. Owner occupied. Close to shopping & transport. Fully applianced. Carpeted. All util. incl. $1100/mo. Credit check.

Good tenants.

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Riverside 5 RM, 2BR. Heated. Pkg. Close to train & bus. $950.

Brookfield Deluxe 4 RM, 1 BR. Excellent woodwork. Fully applianced. Heated.

Laundry. Close to park. $825.

No smoking. No pets.

Credit Check a must. Welcome good tenants.

(708)284-2500 FOREST PARK 3BR APT March or Apr 1 avail. Spacious 1st flr of 3 flat. Laundry on site. Large backyard. Heat incl. Close to trans port. Pkg. spot incl. $1400 + sec. dep. Call 708-341-0678.

2BR APT OAK PARK 1322 N AUSTIN 1014 S HUMPHREY No pets. $1100/mo.

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OAK PARK SMALL 1 BR Downtown Oak Park. Hardwood floors throughout. All utlities included. $800 per month.

Call 708-657-4226.

OAK PARK FOREST PARK Studio, 1, and 2 BDRM. Heated.

Dining room. Parking available.

Walk to El. $625-$1250.

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RIVER FOREST 2BR CONDO River Forest condo for rent. 2 BR, 1 BA, Hardwood floors, built-in microwave and dishwasher. $1350 per month includes heat + 1 parking space. 1-1/2 month security deposit. $39.95 application fee. Call Vicki at 708-714-0686 or vicki@beyondpropertiesrealty.com.

RIVER FOREST 2BR CONDO River Forest condo for rent. 2 BR, 1 BA, Hardwood floors, built-in microwave and dishwasher. $1350 per month includes heat + 1 parking space. 1-1/2 month security deposit. $39.95 application fee. Call Vicki at 708-714-0686 or vicki@beyondpropertiesrealty.com.

CITY RENTALS 2 BR APT 5000 BLK OF ERIE Nicely remodeled. Hardwood floors.

Appliances included. Tenants pay util. 1 garage space avail. for rent. $40 application fee and Move-in fee req’d. $895.

Call 773-443-8019.

Augusta & Kildare: PERFECT FOR SENIORS Studio Apartment A gorgeous studio apt. features include kitchen, dining room, large living room, walk-in closet, hardwood floors, incl. heat, appliances, and laundry room, in a beautifully landscaped & well maintained building, quite, safe & secure, rent $585.00, for more information call 773-838-8471.

Augusta & Harding: Beautiful 2-bedroom condo-like apt, in a sunny, safe, secure 8 unit bldg.

Large newly tiled kitchen & bath, hardwood floors, central air, appliances included, tenant pays utilities, rent 785.00, for more information call 773-838-8471.

AUSTIN VILLAGE 5939 W. Midway Parkway Remodeled 1 BR. Half block from Oak Park, Green Line & shops. 3rd Floor. $800/month. Heat not included. 708-383-9223 or 773-676-6805.

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ROOMS FOR RENT

ITEMS FOR SALE

TAX SERVICES

AUSTIN CLEAN ROOM With fridge, micro.

Nr Oak Park, Super Walmart, Food 4 Less, bus, & Metra. $116/wk and up.

773-637-5957

MOTOR SCOOTER Child’s ZIP electric motor scooter. $69.00. Call 708-488-8755.

INCOME TAXES BY CPA.

Large Sunny Room with fridge & microwave. Near Green line, bus, Oak Park, 24 hour desk, parking lot. $101.00 week & up. New Mgmt.

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CHURCHES FOR RENT BEAUTIFUL CHURCH FOR RENT

in OAK PARK. Perfect for a congregation.

Other potential uses. Corner of Scoville & Adams.

708-848-5460 MAYWOOD COUNTRY CHURCH Lovely, old fashioned country church in Maywood, on corner of Fifth and Erie is looking for a roommate or tenant. We are willing to work out a flexible arrangement if you are an appropriate tenant. Various size spaces. Call 708 344-6150, leave a message.

SPACE FOR RENT OAK PARK SPACE Suitable for not-for-profit. Varied uses possible such as school, office spaces, community services center, clinic, etc. Please call 312-810-5948

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT * RIVER FOREST * 7777 Lake St.

- 3 & 4 room suites

7756 Madison St.

- Store: 926 sq. ft.

- Medical Office Suite, 2800 sq. ft.

* OAK PARK *

6955-6957 North Ave.

- 1, 2 & 3 room office suites

6142-44 Roosevelt Rd. - 5 room office suite

Strand & Browne 708/488-0011

OAK CABINET & HUTCH Solid wood. Perfect condition. $150 both pieces together.

Call 708-488-8755.

Old Hausen Pool Table The best in billiards.

Upright Freezer Entertainment Center Armoire Martha Stewart Cherry wood.

Yamaha Upright Piano Black lacquer. Pitch perfect.

Thomasville Table Mahogany square cocktail table.

Ryan Grass Aerator Milwaukee Buffer Cars for Sale.

All good condition. Call for prices (708) 447-1762 OUTDOOR FURNITURE High Quality Outdoor furniture.

Heavy wrought iron. $150 obo.

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SEWING MACHINE Singer Sewing Machine. Like new. $99.00. Call 708-488-8755.

SONY STEREO Sony Stereo with 5 surround sound speakers and CD classic player. $175 obo. Call 708-386-0087 TOY MOTORCYCLE Motorized child sized Harley Davidson motorcycle. $69.00.

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WROUGHT IRON DINING TABLE Together with glass top. $99.00 Call 708-488-8755.

TO BE GIVEN AWAY LIVING ROOM CHAIRS 2 upholstered high back living room chairs, Oyster/Off-White. Very Good Condition. Call 708-485-0697.

REPLACEMENT WINDOW Double hung, double pane, Argon gas, Almond color. Rough Opening 31.75 x 53.5.

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MOVING NEEDED LIGHT MOVING ASSISTANCE NEEDED Need help moving 2 book cases.

Probably need truck, not van.

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CLEANING Pam’s A+ Cleaning Service

A cleaner day is just a phone call away. For a detailed cleaning please call 708-937-9110

ELECTRICAL

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The Village of Oak Park will receive sealed proposals at the Office of the Village Engineer, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, until 10:00 a.m. on Thursday February 16, 2017 and at that time will be publicly opened and read aloud for the following Village Project: 17-4, ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS. In general, the improvements consist of the removal of the existing alley pavements and garage aprons; installation of storm sewers and drainage structures; installation of concrete alley pavements and garage aprons; parkway restoration; and all appurtenant work thereto.

Plans and proposal forms may be obtained from the office of the Village Engineer starting on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 4:00 pm. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required for each set of plans and specifications.

The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue plans and specifications only to those contractors deemed qualified.

No bid documents will be issued after 4:00 p.m. on the working day preceding the date of bid opening.

All prospective bidders must prove they are pre-qualified by the Illinois Department of Transportation before receiving bid documents. This project is financed with local Village funds and federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and thus is subject to all federal rules, regulations and guidelines, including Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, Section 3, and Equal Opportunity requirements. Locally funded phases of the project are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/0.01 et seq.

THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Bill McKenna Village Engineer Published in Wednesday Journal 2/1/2017

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number D17149235 on January 10, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of WW CONSULTING SERVICES with the business located at: 740 E 160 ST, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: CHRISTOPHER WALKER 740 E 160 ST SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473.

Published in Wednesday Journal 1/18, 1/25, 2/1/2017

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LEGAL NOTICE

OPEN HOUSE MEETING NOTICE

The Village of Oak Park will receive sealed bids at the Public Works Service Center, 201 South Blvd., Oak Park, Illinois 60302, until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 24th, 2017 for the following:

The Village of Oak Park will hold an open house public meeting to discuss and seek input on upgrades and improvements being studied for Lake Street from Harlem Avenue to Austin Boulevard:

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Village of Oak Park Public Works Center Fleet Shop Electrical and Lighting Upgrades Proposal Number: 17-112 Issuance Date: 2/1/17

DATE: February 8, 2017 TIME: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Oak Park Village Hall Council Chambers 123 Madison Street Oak Park, IL 60302

Bid forms may be obtained from the Public Works Customer Service Center by calling 708358-5700 or by stopping by the office located at 201 South Blvd., Oak Park, Illinois between the hours of 7:30am and 4:00pm.

The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue bid documents and specifications only to those vendors deemed qualified. No bid documents will be issued after 4:00 p.m. on the working day preceding the date of bid opening.

THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Published in Wednesday Journal 2/1/2017

LEGAL NOTICE The Village of Oak Park will receive sealed proposals at the Public Works Service Center, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2017 for the following PROPOSAL # 17-109 2017 PARKWAY TREE WATERING

Proposal forms may be obtained at http://www.oak-park.us/bid or from the Public Works Customer Service Center by calling 708358-5700 or by stopping by the office located at 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue proposal documents and specifications only to those vendors deemed qualified. No proposal documents will be issued after 4:00 p.m. on the working day preceding the date of proposal opening.

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Exhibits will be on display showing current information regarding the project related to resurfacing, reconstruction, traffic and pedestrian planning, streetscape enhancements, and utility work.

Members of the public are invited to attend at any time during the two and a half hour time period to view project information and speak with Village of Oak Park staff and consultants working on the planning and design project. For more information, please contact Byron Kutz, Village of Oak Park Assistant Engineer, at (708) 358-5729 or bkutz@oak-park.us.

The meeting is accessible to individuals with disabilities. For questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (708) 358-5430 or by email at adacoordinator@oakpark.us at least 48 hours before the meeting. Persons planning to attend who will need a sign language interpreter or similar accommodations can call the TTY/ TTD number at (800) 526-0844 or 711. TTY users who speak Spanish may call (800) 5010864 or 711. For Telebraille, dial (877) 526-6670 or 711. Requests should be made at least five days prior to the meeting.

More information about the project is posted at www.oak-park. us/lakestreetimprovements.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D17149360 on January 20, 2017 Under the Assumed Business Name of BENSFIELD FOUNDATION with the business located at: 8130 W 27TH ST, NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: THOMAS BENSFIELD 8130 W 27TH ST NORTHRIVERSIDE, IL 60546.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday evening, February 15, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter: Cal. No. 02-17-Z: 1171 S. Grove Avenue, Mark Meagher

Mark Meagher, Owner and Applicant, requests that a variation be granted from Section 3.5.4 (B) (1) of the Zoning Ordinance, which section requires a front yard setback of not less than 20 feet for the principal structure, to permit the demolition of the existing principal building, which is currently located approximately 17 feet from the front lot line, and the rebuilding of the principal structure approximately 17 feet from the front lot line.

Those property owners within 500 feet of the Subject Property and those persons with a special interest beyond that of the general public (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Interested Partiesâ&#x20AC;?) wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk not later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing.

All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Officer at 708.358.5449.

DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 1st Day of February, 2017 Published in Wednesday Journal 2/1/2017

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO VENDORS The Executive Board of the West Central Consolidated Communications (WC3) is accepting proposals for: Fiber Optic Connectivity Sealed proposals will be accepted until 1:30PM CDT, Friday, February 24, 2017 at the WC3 Consortium Hall, at which time they will be publicly opened and read in the Board Room.

Proposal specifications will be available on Monday, January 30, 2017, after 2:00PM. RFP specifications will be available at: WC3 Offices and North Riverside Police Station 2359 Des Plaines Ave Riverside, IL 60546 To obtain RFP specifications please email Jason Rodgers at jrodgers@northriverside-il.org.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE INTENT OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF FOREST PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 91, COOK COUNTY TO TRANSFER MONEY FROM THE TRANSPORTATION FUND TO THE OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE FUND

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, the Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing to consider a map amendment to re-zone from current B-2 to Residential zoning to permit a townhome PUD at the property legally described as follows:

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Education of Forest Park School District 91, Cook County, Illinois will hold a public hearing on the 9th day of February, 2017, at 6:30 P.M. The hearing will be held at the District Office, 424 Des Plaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, 60130. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive public comments on the proposal to transfer money from the transportation fund to the operations and maintenance fund of the School District.

By order of the Board of Education of Forest Park School District 91, Cook County, Illinois.

DATED this 1st day of February, 2017.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D17149331 on January 19, 2017 Under the Assumed Business Name of STRIVE STRATEGIES with the business located at: 82 SOUTH LA GRANGE ROAD SUITE 204, LAGRANGE, IL 60525. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: DENNIS W COOK 82 SOUTH LA GRANGE ROAD SUITE 204 LAGRANGE, IL 60525.

LOTS 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, AND 22 IN BLOCK 4 IN THE SOUTH ADDITION TO HARLEM, BEING A SUBDIVIDION OF THE EAST HALF OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS (EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PORTION CONDEMED FOR STREET PURPOSES IN CASE NO. 96150527 DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 22; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 13 MINUTES 02 SECONDS WEST (ASSUMED) 5.00 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT; THENCE NORTH 44 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST 7.07 FEET TO THE WESTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF HARLEM AVENUE (ILLINOIS ROUTE 43); THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 23 SECONDS EAST 5.00 FEET ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE TO SAID POINT OF BEGINNING).

The applicant is Mariano Mollo 7415 W. Madison St. Forest Park Il. 60130 Common Address: 949 S Harlem, Forest Park, IL 60130 Parcel Index Numbers: 15-13-415-029, 030, 031, 032 Signed: Austin Zimmer, Chairman Zoning Board of Appeals

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday February 21, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, the Village of Forest Park Zoning Board of lage of Forest Park Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a Public Hearing regarding a request for a text amendment to amend Section 9-4C- 1 of the Zoning Ordinance to provide as a permitted use in the DBD Downtown Business District Zoning District, “Shared Office Spaces”, or other such designation and definition as may be necessary.

The applicant is the Village of Forest Park, 517 Desplaines, Forest Park, IL 60130.

Signed: Austin Zimmer, Chairman Zoning Board of Appeals Published in Forest Park Review 02/01/2017

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MARGARETTE STOILJKOVIC, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF MARGARETTE STOILJKOVIC, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MARGARETTE STOILJKOVIC, DECEASED, ELENA STOILJKOVIC AKA ELENA M. STOILJKOVIC, IVAN STOILJKOVIC, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC, WILLIAM BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF MARGARETTE STOILJKOVIC, DECEASED Defendants 16 CH 04550 1180 S. Scoville Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment

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of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 6, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 7, 2017, 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 1180 S. Scoville Ave., Oak Park, IL 60304 Property Index No. 16-18-427-0160000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $354,975.58. 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, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 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. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 4221754 CookPleadings@hsbattys. com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 16 CH 04550 TJSC#: 3614040 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 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 twentyfour (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 14-16-05071. 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. 14-16-05071 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 006281 TJSC#: 36-13934 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs.

WILLIAM KAHN; CHRISTINE KAHN; FIRST MERCHANTS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 9486 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 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. 15-01-407-002-0000.

Commonly known as 939 Lathrop Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305.

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. 16-018353 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.REBECCA MURRAY, DEREK MURRAY, THE 148-150 NORTH AUSTIN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, LVNV FUNDING LLC Defendants 16 CH 006281 11 RANDOLPH STREET UNIT #6A OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 28, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 2, 2017, 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 11 RANDOLPH STREET UNIT #6A, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-317-024-1016. The real estate is improved with a condo/ townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.SHERRI LASKO, HARBOR FINANCIAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION F/K/A NEW AMERICA FINANCIAL, INC., CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO GREAT AMERICAN FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, ASSOCIATED BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO GREAT AMERICAN FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 41397 401 SOUTH MAPLE AVENUE Oak Park, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 23, 2017, 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 401 SOUTH MAPLE AVENUE, Oak Park, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-07-321-019-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $473,172.93. 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 twentyfour (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, 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. Please refer to file number 15-076981. 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. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs. com Attorney File No. 15-076981 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 12 CH 41397 TJSC#: 37635 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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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 14-16-04652. 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. 14-16-04652 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 006865 TJSC#: 36-12688 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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JAMISON, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, CITY OF CHICAGO, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC Defendants 11 CH 25850 841 N. Lombard Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 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, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 13, 2017, 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 841 N. Lombard Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05303-023-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $487,146.09. 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 twentyfour (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, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 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. HEAVNER,

BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 4221754 CookPleadings@hsbattys. com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 11 CH 25850 TJSC#: 3611955 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JOYCE MORRIS, OAK PARK TERRACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, 914 N. AUSTIN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 006865 914 N. AUSTIN BLVD. UNIT #B2 OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 19, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 1, 2017, 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 914 N. AUSTIN BLVD. UNIT #B2, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-320-040-1009. The real estate is improved with a condo/ townhouse. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the 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 twentyfour (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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT–CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-7 Plaintiff, -v.JOHNNY JAMISON, SUSAN

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act., which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or discrimination.

The Illinois Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental or advertising of real estate based on factors in addition to those protected under federal law.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informedthat all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

Restrictions or prohibitions of pets do not apply to service animals.

To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll free at: 1-800-669-9777.

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(708) 366-8989 7342 MADISON ST, FOREST PARK, ILLINOIS 60130

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WELL MAINTAINED PROPERTY with coach house and two flat. Each unit has its own heating system. 1st floor front has central A/C. Electric services are 100 amp C/B. Front building has open front porch. Buildings are situated on a 50 x 125 ft. lot. Close to Madison Street shopping, Restaurants, and night life. Front building the basement is has sprinkler system which result in lower insurance rates. Coach house is owner-occupied. ...................................................$299,000

824 HANNAH, FOREST PARK

5 RANDOLPH, OAK PARK THIS VINTAGE PENTHOUSE CONDO enjoys sunlight all day! Gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout the entire unit. Huge formal dining room and living room make for a wonderful entertainment setting. Cozy kitchen with a walk out back porch perfect for these Fall nights! The large bedroom at the end of the hall easily accommodates a king sized bed.

Come take a look and make us an offer!.............$93,750

VINTAGE TOWNHOUSE with master bedroom , his & her closets. Oak hardwood floors, full unfinished basement. Newer gas forced air heating with central A/C. Fenced yard with one car garage. ................................... $176,600

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1427 THATCHER, RIVER FOREST

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY on State Street with great potential for mini mart or any similar business .Property has no further remediation letter on file with the E.P.A. There is a small exsisting bldg. in poor condition. Could be rehabbed. ............. .......................................................................$65,000

GREAT FAMILY HOME with ! large garden & backyard. Tri-level ICECED R with 4000 sq. ft. of living area.

P U D Spacious rooms throughout. Two RE wood burning fireplaces. Heated Florida room off first floor den, living room, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast area, and family room overlooking yard. 3 BR, 2.5 BAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Lower level features huge family room with fireplace. 2 car attached garage with mud room.

Multiple heating units & central air systems. Living room, dining room & bedrooms have hardwood floors. Entrance foyer and den feature terrazzo floors. Offered at .......................................................................................................................$599,900 Call Jerry Jacknow at (708) 366-8989

1041 CIRCLE, FOREST PARK

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READY TO MOVE IN. Completely re-decorated, new carpeting throughout.

New sidewalks and patio.

Central A/C large yard with 2 car garage with new concrete floor.Three spacious bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms.

All windows replaced 2006.

Close to park, pool tennis courts. One block to Roosevelt Road, restaurants, and night life. Move-in condition. .........................$173,000

FOREST PARK

ER UND CT TRA N O C NEW LISTING! Ground level 2 bedroom unit with two parking spaces, One block to Madison St. shopping and restaurants. Mid-way between green line and blue line. This sale is subject to Short Sale ................................$69,500

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