Santa Monica Daily Press, January 31, 2005

MONDAY, JANUARY 31, 2005

Volume 4, Issue 68

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Santa Monica Daily Press A newspaper with issues

An Olympic fight for freedom

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NEWS OF THE WEIRD BY

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A 39-year-old man in Chillicothe, Ohio, was hospitalized in December after an unsuccessful suicide attempt that accidentally blew his own house to pieces and did heavy damage to neighboring homes. The man had turned on the natural gas to kill himself, but then realized that other houses might be in danger, and just as he dashed to the basement to turn off the electricity, the house exploded (probably from an electrical spark) and was leveled. A month before, the man had tried to kill himself with automobile exhaust and a garden hose, but his car ran out of gas before he could die, and he then hooked up a propane tank for the same purpose, but once again, he outlived his fuel supply.

Incarcerated for a crime he didn’t commit, silver medalist Danny Harris gets back on track one day at a time.

TODAY IN HISTORY In 1797, composer Franz Schubert was born in Vienna, Austria.

In 1865, Gen. Robert E. Lee was named General-in-Chief of all the Confederate armies.

In 1917, Germany served notice it was beginning a policy of unrestricted submarine warfare.

QUOTE OF THE DAY

-RABBI HYMAN JUDAH SCHACHTEL AMERICAN THEOLOGIAN

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Surf Report Water Temperature: 60°

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Opinion Those were the days

BY JOHN WOOD Daily Press Staff Writer

“Happiness is not having what you want, but wanting what you have.”

Listen to suggestions, Cap

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It was three weeks after being freed from county jail before Olympian Danny Harris let himself cry over what he had endured while wrongly imprisoned.

Harris, 39, a tall and muscular track star, was beaten, tied up and sexually abused by fellow inmates during two months in custody for a pair of Santa Monica kidnap-

pings that DNA evidence later linked to a different man.

“Today is the first time I’ve cried since I got out of jail,” Harris said during an interview last week at an Ocean Park diner.

“I don’t feel comfortable talking about it, because it’s really hard,” he said. “I never should have been there. It’s been really hard to get back to some normalcy, because my life is not normal anymore. My life is not the same anymore.”

The series of events that landed Harris in custody has left him angry at police and prosecutors, confused over how the system repeatedly failed him and feeling powerless as he attempts to reassemble the pieces of his fractured life.

The ordeal started this past November, after a 75-year-old Santa Monica woman was kidnapped for the second time in two weeks. The kidnapper, armed with a syringe and screwdriver,

removed the victim from her Sunset Park home and demanded money, while threatening to kill her and burn down her house.

The kidnapper dropped a black cap as he was chased away from the scene at gunpoint by a neighbor. Another eyewitness down the street saw the kidnapper shed a shirt as he fled the scene.

Bloodhounds following the scent See FREEDOM, page 8

COMMUNITYPROFILES | COMMUNITY PROFILES IS A WEEKLY SERIES THAT APPEARS EACH MONDAY AND DELVES INTO THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY IN SANTA MONICA.

State Arraignment delayed

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National Child killers walk free

Sister Maureen Craig: A life of divine dedication

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Comics

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Classifieds Ad space odyssey

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People in the News Coppola meets Russian fan

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Forced to give up teaching due to multiple sclerosis, Sister Maureen Craig of Saint John’s Health Center has not let her own medical condition pre-

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vent her from spreading cheer among patients and employees, or rob her of her sense of humor.

Her disease and its degenerative effects on her central nervous system have led Sister Maureen to take quite a few spills.

“I’m the poster girl for bruised nuns,” she joked, grinning from

beneath the bruises on her face.

“This nurse gave me some coverall makeup, so if I smile too hard this side of my face will crack off.”

Born in 1933 in Little Rock, Ark., as one of 10 children to a southern mother and an Irish immigrant father, Sister Maureen moved to Tulsa, Okla., at age 6

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JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: ★★★★★-Dynamic ★★★★-Positive ★★★-Average ★★-So-so ★-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★ You feel the full impact of Monday.

Nothing happens as easily as you would like. Let others dominate; be willing to revise your schedule and thinking. Certainly you cannot be the Aries pioneer today. Tonight: Add physical activity to your plans.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★ Though you might have a strong sense of direction, a boss could trip you up when you least anticipate the snafu. Remember, you don’t have to react. You just need to do your work.

Follow-through counts! Tonight: As you like it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★ Know when to hit the trenches and not get caught in the crossfire. Though others approach each other in a friendly, amiable way, getting a project or meeting off the ground could enlist too many egos. Do what you can alone.

Tonight: Avoid bringing work home.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★ Know when to back off and establish new boundaries. Not everyone is likely to follow instructions. You don’t need the damages when others flub up instructions — do you? Maintain your cool despite all. Tonight: Snuggle in.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★ Detach and call in your playfulness and humor. These qualities might not benefit anyone but yourself, but with today’s present waywardness, you still come out on top. Staying centered and not being affected by others will take talent. You have that. Tonight: Help a child or loved one.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ A partner knows how to rain on your parade. You don’t have to react. Rather, take the high road and try to understand what is going on with him or her. Answers and resolution prove to be more rewarding ultimately. Tonight: Reach out to someone at a distance.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ★★★ You say what you feel, and others simply react. Don’t expect solid responses, and you will not be disappointed. Get down to the basics for answers. You know what has been tried and true for you. Incorporate physical activity into your day to allow your stress levels to stay low.

Tonight: Mellow out.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★★ Others think they can have an effect on your mood and choices. Lately, you have been more giving and complacent than usual.

Some might mistake your attitude for weakness.

You will teach them otherwise! Tonight: Listen first to suggestions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★ What you say might reflect your present fatigue over a problematic situation. You might not realize how negative or frustrated you seem. Use your lunchtime to snap yourself into a better mood. Your words can make or break you.

Tonight: Tell it like you see it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★ You might feel entrenched in your work with no way out. Detach and think of ways to shorten your work. Learn when to delegate, using now as a primary learning experience. Others want to help. Tonight: Let others do.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★ Someone pulls the rug right out from under you. Don’t stand there with your mouth open. Quickly regroup and handle any hassles. Your finances need a strong, direct approach. You don’t want to mess up right now.

Tonight: Dot your i’s and cross your t’s.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★ Your creativity might be down.

Your resourcefulness comes through others right now. Brainstorm and evaluate different concepts.

Remember, you aren’t an island in this world. You need others. Tonight: Dinner for two.

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LOCAL

SURF REPORT

COMMUNITY BRIEFS Motion by the ocean

By Daily Press staff

Calling all cyclists, beach cruisers and bike enthusiasts.

The city of Santa Monica wants to know what role you think bicycles have in the future of Santa Monica. This Saturday is a chance for Santa Monicans to get together and discuss future possibilities and improvements for bike transit in the city.

The former executive director of the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition will attend to share insight from San Francisco’s recent emphasis on bike transit. There will be a hands-on demonstration of how to take a bike on the Big Blue Bus. Topics to be discussed include bicycle safety, road rules, bike racks and amenities, updates on the Exposition bicycle path, and tips on integrating biking and transit.

This workshop, being held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Ken Edwards Center, is part of Santa Monica’s “Motion by the Ocean—Getting around in Santa Monica” project that is intended to add a circulation element to the city’s general plan. This new circulation element will provide transportation policy for the city over the next 20 years. For additional information or to RSVP, call (310) 458-2204.

Monday will be smaller, chest high or so, at least until the evening when our next swell is due. It will fill in more on Tuesday, when our next NW swell is due.

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Write us at wood@smdp.com and tell us what the surf is doing today at your local break.

LOW TIDES Morning Height

Development services officer appointed

SATURDAY

By Daily Press staff

Planning and Community Director Suzanne Frick has announced the appointment of Gay Forbes as development services officer. An experienced planning administrator, Forbes will spearhead implementation of the remaining improvements to the city’s land use entitlement and building permit processes and customer service enhancements, as recommended by the Matrix Group to the Santa Monica City Council last year.

“We are extremely pleased that a professional of Gay’s caliber has joined us to work on continuing permitting process improvements for our customers and staff,” said Frick.

Forbes has spent more than 25 years of public service in planning and community development in four cities. Prior to coming to Santa Monica, she was assistant city manager in South Pasadena, where she oversaw land use and redevelopment policy and administration. She also served as economic development manager in Anaheim, community development director in West Hollywood and deputy director for neighborhood planning in Boston. With a master’s degree in public administration from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government and a JD from Boston College Law School, Forbes joined the Planning and Community Development management team on Jan. 11.

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OPINION

Those were the days

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Shriver should think twice Editor: Concerning a item in the SMDP (SMDP, Jan. 11th, page 1) “City Divided Over Who Deserves Affordable Units.”

I am concerned over what Bobby Shriver had to say about who should get first choice of low-income units.

Shriver said, and I quote, “that units ought to be set aside for teachers, firemen and police officers and others.” End of quote.

Now I am not rich, as I suspect Shriver is, and I’m trying to survive on social security, Medicare and medical, and I am sure that firemen, police officers and teachers make more than I do on a monthly basis. As a retired person and not well, I’ve lived and worked in Santa Monica for 47 years.

I don’t know what kind of money Shriver thinks I have, but I’m quite sure it’s a lot less then he has, since he is one of that bunch that lives on the eastern seaboard, and for Shriver to make a remark like that at a City Council meeting on Jan. 11 is insulting to me and I’m sure other Santa Monicans as well.

Low-income people like myself have to count every penny. I’ve been on the lowincome unit list for some time.

My monthly income is approximately $996.40. Out of this amount I pay $632 for rent and $7 for telephone.

What’s left is $257 for food and other necessities one needs to survive.

Now I wonder how much income Katz, Shriver and the rest of the City Council have, but sure it’s more than I drag in at the end of the month.

Before Shriver puts his mouth in gear, [he should] make sure his brain is engaged, and it would help for him to know what he’s talking about, and also that he has all the facts about who needs low-income housing and who doesn’t.

But maybe he doesn’t have to worry about paying rent and living on what little is left.

Dale Barry Santa Monica

Santa Monica buses are unreliable Editor: As a tax-paying resident of the City of Santa Monica for many years, I wish to issue a serious complaint about the Big Blue Bus service in our City. It took me quite a while to get to this point — lots of frustration, anger and disgust... and I am not alone at this point.

I take the first schedules No. 4 Blue Bus at 6:40 a.m. at the corner of San Vicente and Fourth Street every single morning when it appears. Down to Santa Monica Blvd., hopefully to catch the No. 10 freeway bus, which is another story with all the schedule changes made to it. The Big Blue Bus company happens to use the wonderful Thomas buses, which seem to break down every other day...what the company doesn’t do is send replacement buses right away when they break down. We have to stand and wait for the next pickup...20 minutes later at 7:10 a.m.! The breakdowns seem to be occurring on a regular basis. Case in point, last week one broke down and the week before again.

It is very, very difficult to get to work downtown by trying to catch the No. 10 freeway bus. Case in point, this morning the No. 10 was apparently late, and people were very upset all the way to the Bundy freeway exit. It seems the 6:40 a.m. never appeared!

I think this is ridiculous service for our wonderful city. People are really upset, and you can hear them carrying on about it on the bus itself. I know many have called customer service and are not happy with the replies received in those phone calls.

I would appreciate your looking into this situation very much.

Mrs. R. Levine Santa Monica

Bad repairs to beach access Editor, Re: “Stuck in the Mud” (SMDP, Jan. 26, page 1). As a user of the recently closed beach-access stairways in Palisades Park, I’m hoping the recent storms highlight the mysterious and costly effort to “upgrade” these stairways. Not only was the price cited in this paper extreme (several hundred thousand dollars), but there is also the issue of the time the stairways are closed. In particular, the Montana stairway was closed for more months than originally announced with little work done other than watering some new plants along the stairwell (and the accident-waiting-to-happen stairs are not any better than they were before the renovation). Worse, a bizarre decision was made to remove hillside iceplant near the start of the Montana stairway. That exposed hill subsequently collapsed in the recent storms and led to the current closure. Who is overseeing this work and tolerating the clumsy treatment of Santa Monica’s precious beach access?

Geoff Shackelford Santa Monica OPINIONS EXPRESSED are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect those of the Santa Monica Daily Press staff. Guest editorials from residents are encouraged, as are letters to the editor. Letters will be published on a space-available basis. It is our intention to publish all letters we receive, except those that are libelous or are unsigned. Preference will be given to those that are e-mailed to sack@smdp.com. All letters must include the author’s name and telephone number for purposes of verification. Letters also may be mailed to our offices located at 1427 Third Street Promenade, Suite 202, Santa Monica, 90401, or faxed to (310) 576-9913. All letters and guest editorials are subject to editing for space and content.

COMMON SCENTS

BY CAROLE ORLIN

I remember growing up in the Bronx, where my father was a huge New York Yankees fan. On special occasions when I got to go to Yankee Stadium, I was able to cheer for the larger-than-life likes of Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra and Roger Maris. Yes, those were the days.

As an adult, I have spent many years in a household that consisted of true and vocal sports fans: a husband, two male children, a male dog (whose choice of toys always seemed to mirror the sporting event appearing on TV), and even a male bird, who was affectionately named Larry Bird. My vision of life became testosterone centered.

I admit there were times when I thought of how lovely it would be to have someone to “dress up.” Because I had no takers at home (even my dog would hide when he saw me coming with a tutu and ballet slippers), I reluctantly let that fantasy go. Instead, after months of voluntary banishment to the bedroom, through the football season, college basketball playoffs (especially “March Madness”) and the baseball season, I finally decided that if I can’t beat them, I might as well join them. So I became a sports fan of sorts.

Although I still can’t sit through an entire football game (though I do love those Super Bowl commercials), I can appreciate basketball and baseball. What I enjoy most, though, are the stories about the players, up close and personal, all the pulling-of-the-heartstrings stuff. (I do think they throw those things in for the female viewers.) For many years, I welcomed the fact that many athletes were seen as positive role models, and the athletes embraced that treatment by their fans and the media.

Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly clear that those were the days…

Although my experiences with sports teams and individual players over the years are much more defined by conversations with my testosterone-driven family members, I cannot help but sense that the increasing number of negative factors in sports are changing the reality of the games, its players and its fans. The loyalty to a team and its players were forever changed about 30 years ago with the advent of free agency in baseball.

Professional sports would never be the same again. The fan’s attachment to the home team and its stars — such as the New York Yankees with Mickey Mantle, or the Baltimore Colts with Johnny Unitas, or the Boston Celtics with Bill Russell — is history. I remember when our older son was crushed with the departure of Shaquille O’Neal (the first time) from Orlando to Los Angeles.

The economics of professional sports have changed dramatically, changing the faces of all of the games. Average annual salaries have continued to skyrocket, with NBA players earning about $5 million a year to play basketball, and ticket prices have soared to all but eliminate the average family from attending a game. This has not been a healthy trend. Furthermore, who wants to “risk” bringing their family to a game, where uncertainty surrounds them in the stands? We have seen an escalation of alcohol-induced, rude behavior turning into violence, spreading from the field or

court to the spectators in the stands, evidenced in last November’s brawl during the Detroit/Indiana pro basketball game in The Palace of Auburn Hills.

My recollection is that there have been isolated incidents, in or surrounding sports over the years, where the incident involving a player or fan overshadowed the game. Now, however, it seems rarely a week goes by when something negative does not get reported in the press involving an athlete. We are no longer shocked to see athletes facing criminal charges (ranging from murder to rape to assault), and hear repeated allegations of questionable or illegal use of steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs. Trying to find a positive role model among professional athletes is not a search that many want to undertake in 2005.

My husband shared a prominent article from this week’s Sports Illustrated (January 31, 2005) magazine with me. A feature entitled “What Would You Do?” (by S.L. Price) appears to be a rationalization and sorry excuse for the ugly and criminally charged behavior displayed by Jermaine O’Neal of the Indiana Pacers. During last November’s infamous game, O’Neal punched a fan in the face while the fan’s arms were pinned by security guards. Too often, the focus of today’s athletes and many of those who report on them centers on the difficulties in their childhood years and their family lives as a way to possibly understand and forgive any negative behavior, ranging from “edgy” to outright criminal. Should the rest of us be able to use these factors as an excuse for not accepting complete responsibility for our actions?

This coming Sunday (Feb. 6) brings our country together in a unique way: To celebrate a sporting event that has transcended sports, the participants and the fans. Here is a game that is defined by Roman numerals; this year it is XXXIX. For most of us, it makes no difference which two teams are playing in the Super Bowl. I know it is the Patriots against the Eagles, but really…it has become a serious excuse for a Super Party. It entices those of us who would never consider gambling on a sporting event to participate in an office pool. Even for the non-sports fan, who wants to be left out of watching the No. 1 network television event of the year? I can think of no other TV show where the commercials (a 30-second spot is going for a record $2.4 million) and the half-time show (how can they “improve” upon the interest generated by last year’s “wardrobe malfunction”?) draw more attention than the broadcast of the actual game.

Perhaps this is a good thing for both the avid and the casual fan. We have reached the point where too many of the professional athletes, usually surrounded by their entourages, display an attitude of entitlement with little or no regard for the fans who pay way too much to see them play, or the fans who faithfully tune in at home. Those might have been the days, but going forward, let’s put these highly paid athletes into proper perspective. If they are no longer the role models that we seek, we do have options. We do not have to support them at the box office or purchase their jerseys. We can still enjoy ourselves without giving more energy, credit or devotion to an athlete, a team or a game than is actually deserved. Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio…?

(Carole can be reached Caroleorlin@yahoo.com).

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COMMENTARY

BY CAROLINE BODKIN

If we hadn’t taken the introductory philosophy course together, we never would have met. It was an unlikely confluence of lives that now, looking back, seems so inevitable and necessary.

We became friends for no reason other than that we comforted each other.

I liked the way she answered a question in class, we got to talking, and that was it.

Throughout our four years, we’d find each other in the dining halls or student center and take time to catch up or walk together to the gym. And over the years, our interactions amounted to genuine friendship.

I liked her for her surety. I liked that she knew exactly what courses she needed to take throughout all four years in order to complete her pre-med requirements — it took me until early junior year to declare my English major. I liked that though she didn’t have a boyfriend, she didn’t miss having one. I liked how she remembered my brother’s name, how she could always tell when I wanted to know the time, how she could listen to wild stories about parties she’d missed without seeming to feel left out for not having been there.

While the rest of us were funneling beers on Friday nights, Elyse was studying, or sleeping, or somewhere calm, and in bed early enough to get a healthy share of sleep.

To say she was quiet is like calling water colorless. She had a way of blending in with the noises around her so that she could be present without changing the look or feel of a place. She fit in not because she was accepted, but because she didn’t stand out.

It was her way.

Sometime during our sophomore spring, she told me about her life outside the boundaries of our campus. First, she was paying for college herself. Her parents had divorced when she was very young; her father took off, and subse-

(Caroline Bodkin writes and lives in Los Angeles. You can e-mail her at hiptobesquarebybodkin@yahoo.com).

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Have you ever had a moment when someone you don’t know well is giving you more information about his or her life than you feel you should have? This was not one of those moments. We were not best friends. I lived with six girls all four years of school, and she wasn’t one of them. But I received her personal information like a soft piece of silk, softly testing its grain, then putting it in an envelope for safe-keeping.

When we graduated, when I was running to a new city with no job and no security, she had already been accepted to med school. We didn’t speak much the first couple years out, but one year ago, through the college grapevine, I heard that her brother had died. No one knew any details other than that he was homeless in Portland, Ore., at the time.

Elyse was in her second year of med school by then, living in Chicago with a boyfriend she’d been dating for a while.

Upon hearing the news, I called and wrote her. Only after four months of attempting contact did I receive a short e-mail back.

The body read: “I’m fine. My mom is not.

I will love my brother always, and I miss him now. I’ll write more later. Love, E.” I said I’d fly out to visit her or pay for her to fly here, but she ignored my offers.

I assumed she was too overwhelmed, and that she’d bring me back into her life when she had the energy and space to do so.

Last week I got a call from a number I didn’t recognize, and when I answered, I didn’t say hello, I said, “Elyse?” People are connected. We are all so totally connected to each other and to every living thing around us.

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come write a history of Saint John’s for the institution’s 50th anniversary.

Last week, Sister Maureen sat down with the Daily Press to discuss her work at the hospital, teaching in the Midwest, politics and growing up Catholic in a segregated America.

What do you do at Saint John’s?

“I enjoy what I do here. I write poetry, a lot of poetry, and I write for my religious community, and I write for stuff here at the hospital, the hospital magazine, and I visit patients, and I visit

employees. It’s almost like constantly running for office. I see if people are happy, and try to get people to realize the importance of the mission of the hospital and what we are about. I love doing it.”

What does Saint John’s mission mean to you?

“There’s a story from the second World War. I’m not sure if it’s true, but I always loved it. Some soldiers were going to an Italian town that had been terribly bombed, and they saw a statue of our Lord. The arms were broken off, and one of the soldiers stuck a note at the bottom of the statue that said, ‘Now, I have no hands but yours.’

“We have to be God’s hands. We have

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to revere each person as someone special, created by God and loved by God. Each person has the spark of the divine in them, and we have to find it. Now, it can be pretty well hidden some time. We used to have this old nun that said, ‘God is a rascal, and he loves to hide.’ A lot of life is playing hide and seek, looking for the good in the other person.

“I don’t have a medical background. I have some medical knowledge because I’ve been ill for years with multiple sclerosis, but there are universal truths that affect everybody. Everybody wants to feel valued. Everybody wants to feel that someone cares about them personally, and that someone will be there to help them and defend them. We have to be that for them.

“And I like meeting people. It’s fascinating all the people we have here. We have employees from so many different cultures, and you learn all kinds of things about the different cultures. If a client comes in and can only speak one language, we can find an employee to speak with them.

“One day there was this little man in the hall, and he gave me a sheet of paper that had a name on it. I looked up the name and found out what room he was in, but I could tell while I was talking to him that he hadn’t the foggiest idea what I was saying. I thought he was Hispanic, so I grabbed a Hispanic employee. He turned and said, ‘It’s not Spanish, but I think I know someone who can help.’ He called one of the units, and this man came who could speak Portuguese. He spoke to the man, and the man just wept. He was so relieved to have someone talk to him in his language.”

As a writer and avid reader, how did your interest in English begin?

“My mother did not believe in school.

She thought school dulled your mind, but she believed madly in education. My parents would have these contests, poetry contests and writing contests. You would have a 6-year-old prize. You had an 8year-old prize, a 9-year-old prize, and I didn’t realize ’til I was an adult—shows you I was a slow learner—that you were the only contestant. When we wrote our poems and submitted them, our mother typed them up on pretty paper, and my father hung them up on the wall—we had quite a good art collection—with the paintings. We just thought we were the cat’s meow.

“My first poem was, ‘Cat’s have kittens. Gloves have mittens,’ which shows a strange view of human, or really inanimate, sexuality.”

You had art contests as well?

“We did have art contests, which I was just terrible at. I would still get a prize, but I looked at what some of my siblings were doing, and I could tell I wasn’t very good.

My younger brother, Frank, would paint these elaborate pictures of the Civil War. He just loved the Civil War. “I mean, when we were kids in Arkansas, people talked about the Civil War like it happened last Wednesday. The South had a long time getting over the Civil War, and you kind of grew up thinking it was fought down in the next neighborhood.”

What was it like growing up with nine siblings?

“You had these moments wanting to be an only child. My best friend was an only child, and I could never figure out why she wanted to come play at our house when we were kids. I had five brothers,

whom I cheerfully loathed, and I always wanted to go to her house, because no one ever messed with her things. Everything was always neat and orderly. But it was a happy childhood. You grew up in a mob scene. You always had someone to play with or fight with or plot with.

“We lived in a neighborhood of big houses and jillions of kids, and it was a world where you played outside after supper. When the streetlights went on, every child automatically turned toward home cause if you didn’t you’d hear the fathers start to call the names. If our father called the whole family—‘Therese, Pan, Rosaleen, Brenda, John, Kevin, Ricky, Maureen and Frank’—you knew the world was coming to an end. One of the 10 of you would be annihilated.

“We were brought up reading and writing, and we were brought up with a great deal of intellectual freedom, being allowed to challenge and being challenged when you said something. And we were made politically aware. Oh Lord, we spent presidential elections glued to the radio.”

What was your family like politically?

“Democrat. We were liberal and, in some ways, ahead of our time. My father was from Northern Ireland, and he was exiled by the British, sent with the clothes on his back to Canada. He was involved in Sinn Fein, the Irish revolutionary party, so he was exiled.

“His life was to go back go Ireland and free Ireland. We’re talking about someone who used to sing, ‘God save Ireland, cry we all, we all. God save Ireland, cry we.’

Every Sunday afternoon all the Irish would gather at our house for high tea and talk about how they were going to free Ireland. Some of them were in their 70s and 80s, and we kind of thought maybe the Fitzgerald boys, as they were called, were not going to make it over to Ireland.

“Patriotism was very big, American and Irish. Some newspaper editor once wrote, ‘My country, right or wrong,’ and my father used to say if your country was wrong you had to challenge it, and I think Democrats do.

“In the South, being anti-segregation was really almost a dangerous thing. The Ku Klux Klan burned a cross in our front yard one night. I woke up my parents and was like, ‘There’s this beautiful cross in the front yard. It’s got fire on it.’ My mother was like, ‘Oh, my God,’ and ran to make sure all the doors and windows were locked.

“The neighbors did not like that mother and daddy treated their servants so well. We were Catholic, and people didn’t like Catholics. There was this sort of polite bigotry.”

Well, cross burning doesn’t seem that polite. How did it come to that?

“We had servants, and my mother gave them two days off a week, and she paid higher wages than the other families, and that was it. My mother used to say, ‘Don’t think it’s all because we’re Catholic and because of the servants. You children are something worth burning a cross for some days.’ Well, we were wild.

“Neighborhoods had what they call covenants, and when you bought a house you were to sign the covenant that said you would not allow Jews or negroes or any other racial group in your home and that you would not sell your house or rent to any of those groups. My father wouldn’t sign the covenant, but he was prominent enough they had to sell to him anySee PROFILES, page 7

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way.

“We could not join the country club, because we were Catholic. Everybody was very cordial the day we met after the cross burning. I’m sure when they met Daddy downtown, they were all, ‘Well hello John. How are you?’ And he’d say, ‘Well, hello Tom,’ even though Tom had maybe set his lawn on fire last night.”

Why did you become a nun?

“Well, I went to Saint Mary College in Leavenworth, Kan., which is a college our community Sisters of Charity run, and I was very impressed with the nuns. They were very common sense, and they really liked each other. You could tell. There was this kind of family spirit among them, and they challenged us intellectually and in every way. We lived in a segregated world, and my parents had always said segregation was wrong, but your parents say something, and you kind of listen with half an ear. I got to college, and the sisters made us think. They made us realize that as women we had a tremendous obligation to the world, whether you were a wife or a mother or a single woman or a sister, you had an obligation to try and make the world better.

“I joined the convent thinking, well, I’ll stay six months. Then it was, ‘I’ll stay a year.’ I’ve been in 53 years.”

Why the uncertainty at first?

“There were things I liked. There were things I didn’t like. A disciplined life is very hard when you’ve been the youngest

in a large family, because you get spoiled by the older ones. So when you join the community, you find that we’re all treated alike. Just because you’re that sweet little baby in the family doesn’t mean you’re any different. But the moment I started teaching I knew that this was where I belonged.

“You give up having your own family, but I love the freedom of being able to pick up and go wherever I was needed.

You’d be teaching in Topeka one year where the next year you might be in Billings, Mont. I’m able to pick up and pack up and scoot off and go do what needs to be done.”

Would you have liked to start a family?

“This is going to sound ridiculous. I never minded not having children. I was raised in a big family with nieces and nephews all over the place. There were grandkids while I was still in school. I would love to be a grandmother. To have grandchildren would be so much fun. I think there’s nothing in the world as marvelous as a 2 1/2-year-old mind. You learn more in the first six years of your life than you learn in all the rest after. A baby, 2 1/2, is so open to everything.”

Why did you leave teaching to work at Saint John’s?

“Well, I taught for years. I have multiple sclerosis, and my health began to fail.

It isn’t fair to kids if you’re in and out of the hospital all the time, and in my last year I asked the kids who had real learning problems. They weren’t retarded or special, but every school’s got kids who for one reason or another can’t learn. I just ate them alive. I loved them. You’d hear

Sister Maureen Craig Born: August 15, 1933, in Little Rock, Ark. Education: English major and history minor from the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kan. Hobbies: Reading and jigsaw puzzles.

Salary: Donated services to the hospital.

Family: Older siblings Bill, Therese, Pan, Rosaleen, Brenda, John, Kevin and Ricky; younger brother, Frank.

Aspirations: “Staying around and doing what I do as long as I’m physically able.” about their families and their lives, and you just thought ‘How do you even get up in the morning and put your shoes on, let alone go to school?’

“I’d always taught, so they asked me to come out and write a book. I thought, well sure, I’ll write a book. Well, my word, did I ever find out the real truth. Writing a book is very difficult. Writing a history is horribly difficult, cause you have to tell the truth and do all these interviews. For every statement you make, you have to have two oral sources and two written sources, and people’s memories are never the same. The best day in the world was somebody else’s worst.

“This book came out for the 50th jubilee of the hospital. I enjoyed it. I was very relieved when it was over. It was ironic, ’92 was this kind of high point, and then we had the earthquake.

“We had to close for 11 months. When we reopened, and it was like opening a new place. In a way it was wonderful, and in a way it was very difficult. People

expected things to be just like before, and things are never how they used to be.”

How do you think Santa Monica has changed?

“We always believed Santa Monica had a wonderful future. It was a darling little town, and then it’s become a great big town now. People that have been here a long time, forever and a day and not just at Saint John’s, kind of mourn the loss of the small town they grew up in, but it has a lot of wonderful opportunities.

“We like being in this community. We work hard for this community. We do all kinds of charitable work, and I’m impressed by the number of our employees who work at shelters, who leave here at the end of a shift and go to shelters. A lot of our employees are social workers, and there’s a real sense of going out and helping the community.”

What’s your favorite thing about Santa Monica?

“The ocean. As someone who came from the Midwest and the South, I used to call it the river until people correct me.

‘Oh, it’s an ocean.’ And I like the way the town looks. It’s just fascinating to me that you get winter here with sunshine and no snow. I like the people.”

Your least favorite?

“We have a tremendous problem with the homeless, with homeless people.

That’s something we do that’s really degrading, saying the homeless. They are homeless people. We can’t seem to reach a solution. I’d like to see more low-cost housing, but I don’t know the solution and that’s what bothers me.”

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of both items ended up at a rehabilitation center for chemical dependency near the intersection of Pico and Lincoln boulevards, where Harris was living.

Armed with a sketch of the kidnapper, police questioned residents of the facility and eventually were led to Harris, a recovering cocaine addict with nearly a year of sobriety. Investigators then assembled what is called a “six pack,” or a photo lineup. The victim positively identified Harris, along with two other men randomly included in the lineup.

Based on that evidence, a judge issued an arrest warrant, and Harris was taken into custody. Prosecutors levied seven felony charges against Harris, who faced a maximum sentence of life, plus 16 years.

“It was a nightmare,” Harris said. “I literally woke up at Santa Monica Jail and pinched myself because I thought it was a dream — but it wasn’t.”

VEERING OFF COURSE Harris is the youngest of six children.

He was raised in Compton and moved to Perris, Calif., to live with his grandmother at age 14 after his mother died from congestive heart failure. His father died of a brain aneurysm when Harris was 3.

A standout track star who set state and national records, Harris earned a scholarship to Iowa State, where he played defensive back for the football team and continued to compete on the track. In 1984, at age 18, Harris competed in the Olympics against track greats Carl Lewis and Edwin Moses. He captured the silver medal in the 400-meter hurdles finals.

Harris continued to run and play football, but in 1988 he tore a hamstring a week before the Olympic trials. He missed making the team by just 16/100 of a second. Shortly afterward, he tried freebasing cocaine for the first time.

“When I didn’t make the team in ’88, that was a crushing blow for me,” said Harris, who earlier that year had been offered a position with the Los Angeles Rams that he declined because the pay was less than what he received through corporate track endorsements.

Though he developed a cocaine addiction quickly, Harris continued competing and held on to his lucrative sponsorships.

In 1992, he was poised for another Olympic appearance. Then his addiction started taking its toll: Harris tested positive for cocaine and was disqualified from the Olympics.

He struggled on and off with his addiction, but, after failing a second test in 1996, Harris was banned for life from competing in the Olympics.

After working four years as an insurance adjuster and personal trainer in Des Moines, Iowa, Harris moved back to California in 2000 and began work as a track coach at Perris High School.

He fell off the wagon again and spent a year from 2002 to 2003 essentially homeless in Long Beach, often sleeping on the unemployment office’s steps, using cocaine as often as possible, alienating himself from relatives.

Harris contends he never resorted to crime while homeless. He said he worked the occasional odd job, mostly living off of unemployment checks and royalties from training videos he produced in 2000. When he finally ventured north to stay with family, though, Harris took a ring from one of his sisters so he could sell it to buy cocaine.

She responded with what substance-abuse

counselors call “tough love.”

“Instead of giving me a slap on the wrist, she called the cops,” Harris said. “I underestimated how much she loves me.

In hindsight, she did me a favor.”

SOBER IN SANTA MONICA A judge in January of 2004 ordered Harris to complete a rehabilitation program. Harris spent four months at the Salvation Army and three months at a small facility in the Santa Monica Mountains before ending up at the CLARE Foundation in Santa Monica, where he had lived for several months before his arrest.

Harris already had completed his obligation to the courts, but stayed at CLARE voluntarily, and was paying rent while working full-time at Better Body Maker on Santa Monica Boulevard, where he was a personal trainer earning $80 an hour.

Then came the arrest. Police stopped Harris before dawn on Nov. 10 as he was preparing to ride his bike to work. He was handcuffed and taken to jail.

“A plain-clothes car rolled up on me, and I thought I was going to get shot at first,” said Harris, who said more than 10 patrol cars were on scene for the arrest. “I thought, ‘What is this all about?’ and they wouldn’t tell me.”

Knowing he had done no wrong and not realizing he was embarking on a twomonth struggle with the criminal court system, Harris said he cooperated with detectives. Detectives spoke with Harris for several hours that day and took a saliva swab from him, knowing DNA might be recovered from the kidnapper’s hat and shirt, according to Santa Monica Police Department Lt. Ray Cooper.

When the DNA tests returned several weeks later, in early December, Harris and his public defender thought they had a clear victory. The hat and shirt both contained the DNA of Alonzo Taylor, a three-strike criminal who had been arrested in East Los Angeles shortly after the second kidnapping for allegedly trying to steal a car.

Taylor had a history of burglary arrests. In 1991, he was sentenced to three years and four months in prison for firstdegree burglary. In 1994, he was sentenced to 12 years for the same offense, according to records from the California Department of Corrections.

What’s more, Taylor in an earlier burglary had used a syringe as his weapon, as was done in the Santa Monica kidnappings, Huey said.

The two men also share similar physical characteristics, which lawyers suggested might explain why Harris was identified in the photographic lineup.

Taylor stands at 6 feet 4 inches and weighs 218 pounds. Harris is 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs 200 pounds, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department records show. Both men are black.

THE FIGHT OF HIS LIFE Despite the emergence of a new suspect, prosecutors refused to drop the charges against Harris. Deputy District Attorneys Kelly Fritz and Scott Millington said that although the DNA evidence suggested Taylor was the kidnapper, he might have been conspiring with Harris.

The victim and eyewitnesses saw only one kidnapper, but that person reportedly threatened the victim by saying he had two accomplices who would burn down her house if she didn’t cooperate, prosecutors said.

What’s more, prosecutors argued,

John Wood/Daily Press LOOKING AHEAD: Harris is angry and considering his legal options after spending two months in prison on kidnapping charges that later were dropped.

Harris could have used the kidnapper’s hat and shirt as a decoy to throw off police. At the time, they did not know whether the DNA recovered from the hat and shirt belonged to a friend or neighbor of Harris’. It was later found Taylor did not live at CLARE or know Harris.

Prosecutors also said evidence was collected from Harris’ room that linked him to the kidnappings. The evidence included a pair of white sneakers, a screwdriver and a set of commemorative coins. The victim said her attacker had threatened her with a screwdriver, had taken a set of coins and was wearing white tennis shoes.

“We have sufficient evidence” to go to trial, Fritz told the court on Dec. 8.

Huey, Harris’ public defender, was shocked.

“I don’t know what they’re thinking,” he said at the time. “They have evidence that completely exonerates Mr. Harris, and yet they want to proceed with this.”

Huey also criticized the supporting evidence cited by prosecutors. Most people have screwdrivers, he said, adding that Harris was a personal trainer and naturally would own white sneakers. As to the coins, Huey said they belonged to one of four other people sharing Harris’ living space, adding the coin set did not match the one that was taken from the victim’s home.

“At the end of the day, there was absolutely nothing,” Huey said last week.

“It’s like walking into your house and scooping up everything, and trying to connect it to a robbery. You could have money lying on your dresser, and they could say, ‘That money belongs to the victim, and this is the fruit of your robbery.’ They were coming up with whatever they could.”

Still, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Katherine Mader refused to dismiss the case, or reduce Harris’ $1.44 million bail.

She cited as her reasons the possibility that Harris might have been working as an accomplice with Taylor, and the positive eyewitness identifications. Though the victim picked three men as possibly the kidnapper from the photographic lineup, two other eyewitnesses had chosen only Harris.

Harris was shattered by the judge’s refusal. In an inmate conference area at the Airport Courthouse near LAX, he yelled at Huey out of frustration, demanding to know why the DNA evidence was not enough to set him free. Huey was outraged too, and reminded Harris he was doing all he could. It was the only time the two men sparred.

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sobbed quietly, saying they couldn’t stand to see their little brother in a jail-issued jumpsuit, hands bound.

“He didn’t do this,” said Wanda Burns, a 41-year-old nursing assistant and Harris’ older sister. “Danny was clean. He was good. Everyone was proud of him.”

The weeks behind bars wore on Harris. He would later say that when the DNA evidence didn’t exonerate him, he dropped to a new low. The court hearings continued, and his days were spent transferring from a cell downtown into a holding cell, onto a bus and into another holding cell at the Airport Courthouse.

Harris would wake as early as 3 a.m. and often not return until 10 p.m.

“I just wanted to get up and scream at that point,” he said. “It was the rest of my life. I couldn’t see myself being in jail for the rest of my life for something I didn’t do. I was really depressed. There were times when I didn’t know if I was going to make it through the day.”

As Huey prepared for a preliminary hearing, when he hoped to persuade the judge not to proceed with the case, more evidence was discovered sometime in mid December. This time it was a glove found at the scene that investigators believed belonged to the kidnapper. It was sent to the crime lab, where it underwent testing for DNA. None was recovered.

By then, nearly two months had passed. Huey had delayed calling for a live police lineup because he hoped the glove would contain Taylor’s DNA and prosecutors would drop the charges. Had he proceeded with a live lineup before then, there was too big a chance the eyewitnesses would identify Harris out of rote memory, after having identified him in the photo lineup. Now it was the only option left.

On Jan. 5, two days before the preliminary hearing was set to begin, two live police lineups were conducted at the Twin Towers county jail in downtown Los Angeles. In one, Harris stood with five other inmates. In the other, Taylor stood with five different inmates. The victim singled out Taylor.

APOLOGY FROM THE BENCH Two days later the charges were dismissed against Harris. Saying innocent people sometimes get trapped in the legal system, Judge Mader apologized to Harris.

“I know you’ve been in for a while … and I apologize on behalf of the court system for having you in for this length of time,” Judge Mader said at the Jan. 7 hearing.

Harris turned to a group of family and friends sitting in the courtroom, smiled and mouthed the words, “I’m

coming home.”

Rather than blame prosecutors or police, Huey faulted the identification process used by investigators. He argued there is too much room for error in photo lineups.

“He is and always was innocent,” Huey said outside the courtroom after the charges were dropped. “It highlights the problem with the photo identification, because when these witnesses got the chance to actually see these people live, the correct person was identified and the innocent person was excluded.

“If there’s sloppiness on the part of law enforcement, that’s the sloppiness,” Huey later added. “It just highlights how dangerous photographic six packs are.”

Asked if any explanation had been offered for how the police hounds ended up at Harris’ room, Huey replied, “Not that I’m aware of — and it’s awfully hard to cross examine a dog.”

Lt. Cooper said last week the investigation into the kidnappings was ongoing and no charges had been filed against Taylor. Cooper declined to discuss the case further or provide an explanation for why Taylor had not been charged.

Santa Monica Police Chief James T. Butts Jr. defended the work done by his department, saying officers were thorough and their police work followed the book. It would have been derelict not to assemble the information and give it to a judge for an arrest warrant, said Butts, adding it would have been negligent not to then file the case with the District Attorney’s Office.

“In this case, all those levels felt it was probable cause,” Butts said. “So you can’t call this a mistake.”

ONE DAY AT A TIME Harris now rents a room in a sober-living apartment complex in Venice. He rode his mountain bike to Joe’s Diner on Main Street last week to share his story, recalling the events of the last few months over a tuna melt and a glass of lemonade.

In spending two months in custody, Harris said, “My whole life was turned upside down. My job was gone.

My apartment was gone. My things were taken ... I’m in the process now of putting it back together.”

Harris says he is at a loss for strength, and for patience. For help, he meets regularly with a support group for recovering addicts, and he speaks often with his sisters and his addiction sponsor. In the last 10 years, Harris said he has been sober for more than a year four different times.

This time, he wants to make it permanent.

He also hopes to get therapy for the abuses he suffered in jail. Harris had never served time before the kidnap-

“I was beat up, tied up and really just singled out because I’m not a gangster or a thug. I don’t carry myself like that, and I certainly don’t talk like that.

I’m just different.”

— DANNY HARRIS Olympic silver medalist

ping arrest, except as a young man when he spent three days in a holding cell for driving 155 miles per hour in a 55 zone, police records show.

The recent incarceration, however, placed Harris among some of the most violent criminals in Los Angeles. His approach of trying to stick to himself and not engage the other prisoners didn’t work.

“I was beat up, tied up and really just singled out because I’m not a gangster or a thug,” he said. “I don’t carry myself like that, and I certainly don’t talk like that.

I’m just different.”

Harris has picked up part-time work as a personal trainer back at Better Body Maker and said he is considering filing a lawsuit — or lawsuits — for the way he was treated by the system and by the other inmates. Still, he realizes that success in a civil courtroom would only do so much for him.

Harris also realizes he must work through his anger.

Had Taylor’s DNA not been in the police database, Harris thinks he still would be in custody.

“I’m not a violent person, but God, I have never been so angry in my life as I am now,” Harris said. “It’s really hard ... For a person like myself, it’s a great excuse to go and get high, and that’s not something I want to do.”

Like many recovering addicts, Harris approaches life one day at a time.

“I don’t know, I don’t even look out beyond this week,” he said. “Sometimes I wake up and I feel like I could do anything. Sometimes I wake up and I feel like my legs have been cut off. I try to keep things as simple as I can and leave things right there.

“I’ve got a long way to go, put it like that,” Harris continued. “I think I’m a long way from being well from this experience — scars heal, though.”

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Arraignment delayed for suspect in train wreck

BY MICHAEL R. BLOOD Associated Press Writer

LOS ANGELES — A troubled handyman charged with murder for allegedly causing a commuter train collision that left 11 people dead appeared in court for the first time Friday as his attorney warned a rush to judgment could poison the case.

“Emotions are running high right now and I’m sensing a mentality out there I almost want to call a lynch-mob mentality,” attorney Eric Chase told reporters after a brief hearing in which an arraignment for the Juan Manuel Alvarez was delayed until Feb. 15.

“I’m hoping that that calms down a little bit in the days to come and the people who are making the decisions about Mr. Alvarez’s life, about the death penalty in the case ... just take a step back and think about the consequences of their actions,” Chase said.

Alvarez, 25, alleged to be a drug abuser and barred by a court from having contact with his wife, is charged with abandoning a sport utility vehicle on Metrolink rail tracks in Glendale early Wednesday in a botched suicide attempt. A Los Angeles-bound train rammed the empty vehicle, setting off a chain-reaction collision with a second train.

In addition to the deaths, nearly 200 people were injured. Most of those hospitalized were released, but at least 22 patients remained in six Los Angeles-area hospitals as of Friday. Three patients were listed in critical condition.

Prosecutors have not said if they will seek the death penalty if Alvarez is convicted.

The case “could possibly call for the death penalty.

Our office has a well-established, very formal procedure in determining whether we ask for the death penalty in any case,” said Deputy District Attorney Patrick Dixon.

Alvarez, his dark ponytail stretching down his back, was brought to court in a hospital smock, shackled and with bandages on his wrists. He suffered self-inflicted wounds by stabbing himself with a pair of scissors after the crash, and his attorney said his injuries include a collapsed lung.

Asked by a court commissioner if he agreed to the delay, Alvarez said in a soft voice, “Yes, sir.” He said nothing else.

Alvarez was charged with 10 counts of murder before the discovery of an 11th body. An amended complaint filed Friday added the 11th count, as well as confirmed names of the victims.

The Glendale police chief described Alvarez earlier in the week as “deranged” and District Attorney Steve Cooley, whose prosecutors charged Alvarez, has said that being despondent was not a defense.

The allegations against Alvarez include a so-called special circumstance of murder by derailment, which could allow the death penalty if he is convicted.

Although Chase suggested prosecutors were moving too swiftly with charges, Jean Rosenbluth, a former federal prosecutor who teaches at the University of Southern California Law School, said the government appeared eager to make a blunt public statement about Alvarez’s alleged conduct.

The charges were filed quickly but “the flip side of that is the prosecution ... meant to send a message.

Metrolink has to do something to stop people from doing things like this,” Rosenbluth said.

New information about Alvarez’s alleged actions emerged Friday.

According to newspaper reports, after the crash he ran to the front porch of a nearby home and used scissors to stab himself and slash his wrists.

A woman in the house called 911, and Alvarez told

paramedics what had happened as he was being rushed to a hospital. They radioed police, who arrested him.

The woman was his landlord, identified as Reyna Barcena, according to KNBC-TV. “He had a pair of scissors and he was stabbing himself in the heart with it,” she told the news station. “He was just totally full of blood. It was something very sad. He was mumbling that he caused many people to die. But I didn’t understand. I didn’t know what was happening. I had no idea.”

At the crash site, Union Pacific freights began resuming runs Friday night after rails and signals were repaired, said Metrolink spokeswoman Denise Tyrrell.

Metrolink passenger service was expected to resume Monday morning.

David Solow, chief executive of the Metrolink system said that a preliminary investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board indicated that all equipment on both commuter trains was “working as intended.”

“The preliminary investigation by the NTSB given to us last night was that everything we did was right,” he said.

“Our crew tried to get as many people to hold on,” he said. “They did their jobs,” he said.

The train that struck the SUV was being pushed from the rear by its locomotive while being operated at the leading end from a “cab-car.” That configuration eliminates the need to switch the locomotive from end to end.

But critics say always having a massive locomotive in front reduces the chance of derailment in such situations.

“Our position is that a cab car with a forward engine is a safe operation,” Solow said, saying the practice was common throughout the United States and the world.

Iraqi-Americans vote in California with sense of optimism

BY BEN FOX Associated Press Writer

IRVINE, Calif. — They had to drive for six hours and have their car searched twice at security checkpoints, but the elderly father and his grown son didn’t seem to mind Friday as they cast ballots for Iraq’s new assembly, an election that neither man ever expected in their lifetimes.

“I cannot express it in words. It is an exhilaration for me,” said Eshoo Bahribeh, 84, as he paused with his weight on his cane outside the polling place on a decommissioned Marine base in Southern California where he

voted along with hundreds of other Iraqi expatriates.

Leo Bahribeh, 46, who drove with his father from their home in Redwood City, Calif., said they never even considered sitting out on a chance to help choose the 275member assembly that will draft Iraq’s new constitution.

“If we don’t vote, who else would come to define the future of Iraq? It’s very important to take this step toward democracy,” the son said.

The two men were among an estimated 700 to 800 voters that election officials expected to cast ballots on the first of three days of voting at the former El Toro Marine Corps Air Station — the only polling place for

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Nearly 3,900 expatriates had registered to vote at El Toro.

Those who came on the first day arrived in vehicle caravans, with their families, or on their own, some driving through the night and skipping a day of work. Many said they were voting with a sense of pride in their heritage and optimism about the future.

“It’s beautiful, a dream come true,” said Sami al Jabiri, 36, who drove from Phoenix with his wife and two young children to cast his vote. “The most beautiful words in the English language can’t describe my feelings today.”

Others said their joy was tempered by thoughts of what is happening in their homeland.

“It’s bittersweet in a way because we are voting here in this wonderful environment with all this security and yet we have relatives back home who fear to go out because of the explosions and the bombs,” said Yousif Jawad, 26, a college student in Los Angeles.

Around the United States, nearly 26,000 people have registered to vote at one of the five polling places.

Expatriates are also casting ballots in 13 other countries during through Sunday.

In Iraq and around the globe, the voting has been a cause for jubilation among Iraqis who have long been tormented under Saddam, the dictator ousted by the U.S.-led invasion.

Still, only about 10 percent of the 240,000 Iraqi expatriates in the United States were expected to cast ballots.

In interviews, some voters said that many of their fellow expatriates were unable to take the time off work to come to a faraway polling place twice — once to register, another time to vote.

Sargon Dedesho, who led a caravan of Iraqi Christians from Modesto, Calif., said the election authorities should have created polling place for the estimated 20,000 expatriates who live in California’s Central Valley region. He said he planned to return Saturday with some 400 voters.

The distance posed little problem for Nawzad Othman, 64, who flew in the morning to John Wayne Airport in Orange County from his home in Portland and returned hours later.

“This is huge. The symbolism is very powerful,” said Othman, an Iraqi Kurd born in the northern city of Erbil and now president of an engineering and architectural design firm. “I tell friends that this is just the beginning. ... We’re all extremely hopeful and optimistic for Iraq.

This is a momentous moment for all Iraqis.”

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Child killers walk free after court vacates convictions

BY GENE JOHNSON Associated Press Writer

SEATTLE — Yvonne Roberts used to take comfort in knowing the killer of her 3-year-old son was behind bars.

That was before two recent state Supreme Court decisions let him out this month, four decades early.

And that man, David Crane, isn’t alone. Noreen Erlandson served 12 years instead of 40 for killing her 2year-old daughter, and Keith Whitling was supposed to serve another 15 for the death of his 6-week-old girl in 1992.

In all, at least two dozen child killers could end up walking after the court found that they were improperly convicted.

“I’ll never accept it,” said Roberts, as she sobbed in a recent interview. “These justices need to go. They didn’t just create a loophole; they opened the cell door to these killers.”

The court’s rulings concerned the state’s law on felony murder, defined as a homicide that occurs — even by accident — during or “in furtherance of” another felony, such as robbery. For decades, prosecutors charged defendants with second-degree felony murder if an assault led to someone’s death.

In 2003, the court decided that the law didn’t allow for felony murder charges in cases of assault. In a 5-4 ruling, the majority reasoned that in such cases, the assault and the homicide are the same act: The homicide does not occur “in furtherance of” assault — it is the assault.

Last fall, it said it was applying the decision retroactively. The result was to invalidate felony murder convictions based on assaults from 1976 to 2003, when the Legislature changed the law to explicitly allow seconddegree murder charges in fatal assault cases.

About 280 prisoners may be entitled to have their convictions vacated, as well as an unknown number of people who already served their time. Prosecutors face the choice of filing new charges of manslaughter, which carries a lesser penalty; finding another felony on which to base a felony murder charge; or trying to prove that the killing was intentional — a daunting task years after the fact. In cases where children were impulsively shaken or

beaten to death, intent is especially difficult to prove.

“When a court overturns 30 years of precedent to set hundreds of murderers free, that’s a terrible ruling,” said Snohomish County Deputy Prosecutor Seth Fine. “The court doesn’t seem to recognize the impact this is having on victims’ family members — how wrenching it is to have these cases reopened years or decades after they were closed.”

Crane’s murder conviction for killing 3-year-old Steven Collins in 1986 was vacated earlier this month, and prosecutors could only file manslaughter charges.

Though Crane has long insisted on his innocence, he pleaded guilty to the lesser charge, was sentenced to 20 years — not exactly a slap on the wrist, his lawyer noted — and walked free, with credit for good behavior. Crane declined to be interviewed for this story.

“Sex offenders have to register where they’re at,” said Roberts, a 45-year-old waitress from Clinton. “David Crane doesn’t. How many more children is he going to have access to? It’s spitting on the memory of my son.”

Defense attorneys argued that in many cases, convicting someone of murder when the intent to kill wasn’t proved resulted in unfairly long sentences. Keith Whitling, of Puyallup, was 21 and admittedly unprepared for the stresses of parenthood when he shook his crying baby to death in 1992. Last month his murder conviction was vacated, he pleaded guilty to manslaughter, and he was released 15 years ahead of schedule.

In a phone interview from central California, where he was helping his sister and her husband refurbish their church, Whitling said he doesn’t feel worthy of his second chance at life, but is honored to have it.

“For the victims’ families having to rehash this, it’s awful. I don’t have any answers for them. I’m sorry for their loss,” Whitling said. “I talked my own family, and if they wouldn’t have been supportive, I don’t know if I would have pursued my own release in the manner I did.

“There’s not a day I don’t wake up feeling that, that I caused the loss of my daughter. I would have a beautiful 13-year-old today, but I don’t.”

Ninety-nine of the cases — 10 involving child killers

— are in King County, where the prosecutor’s office has set up a team of 10 lawyers to deal with them.

“I think it’s crazy and it’s very unfortunate,” said Senior Deputy Prosecutor Melinda Young, who’s heading the team. “I’ve never heard of creating a unit to deal with a court decision.”

The team will retry as many cases as it can, Young said. On Tuesday, her office refiled a murder charge against Jason Twyman, who was supposed to spend 25 years in prison for the beating death of Joey Levick in 1994. The office believes it can prove Twyman and another man intended to kill Levick when they beat him and left him in a ditch.

Some counties are hoping to keep child killers behind bars by refiling second-degree felony murder charges against them. Instead of the charges being based on the felony of assault, they will be based on criminal mistreatment.

Spokane County has already had one defendant go back to prison after pleading guilty to a charge refiled that way, and Clark County has tried the same approach — which requires prosecutors to show that the defendant withheld the child’s necessities of life.

In cases where prosecutors can show a pattern of abuse, they could also seek a conviction of homicide by abuse.

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Dispute over soldier’s body divides parents

BY CHRISTINA ALMEIDA Associated Press Writer

LAS VEGAS — The horror was just beginning for Eleanor Dachtler when she received word her only son, Lance Cpl. Nicholas H. Anderson, had been killed during an insurgent attack in Iraq.

Less than 24 hours later, distraught by her ex-husband’s plan to bury their son in another state, Dachtler found herself pleading with military officials to bring Anderson’s body home to Las Vegas.

But after learning that a little-known military policy favors the older parent in such disputes and that the military had not required her son to have a will before deploying, Dachtler watched helplessly as her son was laid to rest some 266 miles away in Ventura, Calif.

“I couldn’t believe that this was happening,” Dachtler said recently, as she sat in her Las Vegas home filled with photographs of her 19-year-old son. “I can’t go see him every week, talk to him. I want to go visit his grave and take him flowers.”

Officials who deal with casualties say disagreements over a soldier’s burial are not uncommon, particularly if there has been a divorce.

“I’m sure if you did some digging, you would find other instances of the situation we had with Lance Cpl. Anderson,” said Marine Corps Capt. William Ghilarducci, who assisted Dachtler after her son’s death.

“That’s why this policy is in place.”

Military officials said most disputes are resolved among family members. But experts acknowledge the possibility exists for more such conflicts as soldiers deploy and increasingly leave behind complicated family situations — divorces, remarriages and stepfamilies.

“There is no question that these sorts of issues will become more common as divorces grow more numerous,” said Loren Thompson, a military analyst with the Lexington Institute, a defense think tank in Alexandria, Va. When Dachtler was first told her son had been killed Nov. 12, 2004, she assumed his body was being sent to Las Vegas, where Anderson had spent most of his childhood and had recently graduated from high school.

But Marine Corps officials told Dachtler, 47, that his

body was being sent to his father in Southern California, where Anderson had spent summers and holidays.

The Marine Corps determined Dachtler’s ex-husband, Albert Anderson, 58, was the primary next of kin authorized to handle the disposition of remains. The law says that without a spouse or child, the responsibility falls to the oldest surviving parent unless sole custody was granted by a court.

“It’s a bad situation, and no one was happy with it,” said Bryan Driver, spokesman for the Marine Corps Casualty Assistance Branch in Quantico, Va. “The rules are what they are. We had to follow them.”

Dachtler was outraged.

“You can’t determine something like this by age,” she said. “You have to look at where they lived, where they spent their time. This was Nick’s home.”

For Dachtler, a casino cocktail waitress who had primary custody of Anderson growing up, the decision was like losing her son twice. The pain was so unbearable that she left her son’s funeral before he was interred.

“I refused to watch him being lowered into the ground,” Dachtler said, her eyes filling with tears.

“Because that’s not where he was supposed to be.”

When reached by telephone, Albert Anderson said he did not want to discuss the case out of respect for his son and the pain he felt over his death.

“The policy that the Department of Defense has is very clear,” he said.

The situation might have been avoided if Lance Cpl. Anderson had filled out a will or designated power of attorney. But the Marine Corps, along with the Army, Navy and Air Force, do not require it before deployment.

“As far as actually having a will, no, that is not required,” Driver said. “But it is highly encouraged.”

Each branch advises soldiers to complete the paperwork, using workshops and checklists to remind them.

“However, it is up to airmen to decide what is best for their particular situation,” said Jennifer Stephens, an Air Force spokeswoman.

“Obviously it’s in the best interests of the sailor and his family to do so, but we can’t order them to,” said Navy Lt. Kyle Raines. “It’s one less thing for you to worry about so you can focus on the mission at hand.”

Defense Department spokesman Jim Turner said the

military cannot require a soldier to have a will, which is “a personal, private legal matter.”

“Since it serves no military purpose, a military superior cannot order a subordinate to have a will or make a will,” Turner said from Washington.

Even though a soldier provides next of kin contact information, absent a specific designation, the military law is used to determine who will be responsible for funeral arrangements. Civilian agencies such as the Clark County coroner’s office also rely on age when determining who should take custody of a body if there is no will or a dispute exists among family members.

Because of the sensitivities involved in burying a loved one, Thompson said, a seemingly arbitrary law based on age might be the military’s only solution.

Holding a hearing on a case-by-case basis to allow each parent to plead their case might be too painful and too lengthy a process.

“You cannot divide a body,” Thompson said. “This is the way big bureaucracies deal with the tragedies of warfare when there is no better way.”

Still shrouded in grief and a longing for her son, Dachtler has been collecting signatures and working with elected officials to either change the law or compel soldiers to designate someone to make burial decisions for them.

“I don’t want to see anyone go through this.” Dachtler said, adding that times have changed since the law was enacted. “Back then, you can understand. Families were together. But this is now. It doesn’t work that way.”

Rep. Shelley Berkley, D-Nev., has ordered her staff to study Dachtler’s case and is considering whether to request a review by the Defense Department or draft legislation to change the law, spokesman David Cherry said.

“In every situation you can’t mandate a happy ending.

The best hope you can do is to create a situation that is fair,” Cherry said. “In at least this case, the situation did not take into account the very human relationships involved.”

Dachtler has hired a lawyer and is considering legal action to exhume her son’s body so it can be buried at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in nearby Boulder City.

“I’d like to bring my baby home,” Dachtler said.

Farm chemical fire burns out; evacuations end

By The Associated Press

GRANDVIEW, Wash. — A chemical fire that burned for nearly two days finally went out this weekend and authorities allowed hundreds of evacuated residents to return home.

State and federal authorities continued to monitor air quality in the area, said Lt. Jim Keightley, spokesman for the State Patrol.

“The fire is out. The building is gone,” Keightley said.

Now, he said, the focus was on “conducting more air and soil samples to make sure there’s no residual chemicals.”

The fire broke out Wednesday afternoon in an insulated storage building at the Wilbur-Ellis Co., an agricultural chemical and fertilizer retail operation in this community of 8,500 about 40 miles southeast of Yakima.

The blaze sent up a plume of toxic smoke. Hundreds of people were evacuated when heavy fog and clouds kept the smoke close to the ground.

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Many residents of a trailer park containing about 100 mobile homes — outside the evacuation zone — had also voluntarily evacuated because roadblocks cut off access to the park, Keightley said. They were allowed to return Friday morning.

“The city of Grandview is back to normal,” Keightley said Friday night.

The fire sent dozens of people complaining of skin irritation or respiratory problems to local hospitals.

Several dozen people used a Red Cross shelter at the Sunnyside Community Center, and schools were closed Thursday and Friday.

The cause of the fire remained under investigation.

Authorities decided earlier to let the fire burn itself out rather than apply water that could increase the pollution risk and cleanup problems.

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Retail Manager Travel Supplies & Clothing Love travel, quality products, great customer service? Join America’s leading source of travel supplies & clothing in our Santa Monica store.

FT position for Mgr. Competitive $ + benefits, fun & challenging wk. Fax resume to (805) 568-5406 or email HR@magellans.com.

I WANT your child to succeed! SM tutor accepting students for elementary level. Adrienne (310) 394-8256

10774 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA (Downtown)

HIRING!

2003 MERCEDES C-240, CD changer, sun-roof, chrome wheels, forest green, beige interior $22,500. D. Keasbey (310) 266-6327 92’ HONDA Wagon. Automatic, good condition. $2800 OBO. Call (310) 4581234 LEXUS ES300, Luxury package, moon roof, leather, 5cd changer, excellent maintenance, must sell! $4,850 (310) 458-4709

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STYLISTS WANTED Santa Monica hair salon for men & women offers low rent for Stylists with clientele. Great place. Call Don (310) 315-1098

For Sale

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(310) 458-7737 www.smdp.com 20 1984 LA Times Olympic Magazines, $400. 1980 football/hockey cards 1k, $150. (323) 525-9164 HOT TUB 2005 Model. Net Jets. Therapy seat. Warranty never used. Can deliver. Worth $5700, sell for $1750 (818) 785-9043

Thrift Shop ASSISTANCE LEAGUE THRIFT SHOP. 1453 15th Street, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11am-3pm. Parking in front (310) 395-2338

Pets ROTTWEILER PUPPIES. World class pedigree, 100% German lines; w/papers. Big heads and Mahoney markings (760) 788-8333

QUICK BOOKS. Training & Booking call (310) 977-7935

Wanted NURSE W/20 years experience & excellent references, available for live-in or out. (310) 270-6183

For Rent 2+1 WESTSIDE/PALM @ 3562 Mentone Ave. Everything new in this nice upper 2 bedroom 1 bath w/ balcony in a great westside location. $1425 (310) 466-9256 CHARMING 8 unit courtyard style building @ 136 S. Roxbury Dr. (BH) Large studio, renewed wood floors, Murphy bed, large vanity, great closets, 200 yards to prime Beverly Hills shopping. 1 year lease, no pets, no smokers. (310) 466-9256

The BEST RENTALS in VENICE ELLY NESIS CO. INC (310) 396-4443 ellynesis.com FEMALE ROOMMATE wanted!

2bdrm/2bath, $656. Reliable, trustworthy, professional, with a song in her heart. (818) 744-2088 FREE RENTAL Lists & No Fee Rentals. Sullivan-Dituri Company.

2111 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90403.

LARGE WEST L.A. 2+2 @ 1220 S. Barrington with balcony, large kitchen and lots of storage. 1 carport parking, laundry rm, close to everything. 1220 S. Barrington Av. 1 year lease, no pets, no smoking, $1525 (310) 4669256 SANTA MONICA $1000/mo Studio 1bath. No pets, tile, hardwood floors, laundry, parking included. (310) 395RENT www.westsiderentals.com

MDR ADJACENT Studio @ 2724 Abbot Kinney. Gated building with gated, subterranean parking. Newer building with courtyard area, quiet neighborhood. (310) 578-9729. Laundry room 1 year lease, no pets, no smoking. $925 MDR ADJACENT. Beautiful contemporary 2Bd, 2.5Ba 2-story townhome @ 2500 Abbot Kinney w/fireplace, high ceilings, gated entry and 2 car gated parking. Dishwasher, laundry facilities, 1 year lease, no pets. $1750 (310) 466-9256 PALMS/BEVERLYWOOD ADJ $915/mo 1bdrm 1bath. Appliances. No pets, parking 2009 Preuss Road #9. OPEN DAILY FOR VIEWING. 8am til 6pm. Additional info inside apartment.

PALMS/BEVERLYWOOD ADJ. $750.00 Bachelor. Refrigerator, hot-place, no pets, parking, utilities paid. 2009 Preuss Rd., #1. Open daily for viewing 8am till 6pm. Additional info inside apt.

SANTA MONICA $1050/mo 1bdrm/1bath, W/C pets, laundry, street parking, water & trash included.

(310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com SANTA MONICA $1075/mo 1bdrm/1bath, no pets, laundry, newly painted, streets parking, 1year minimum lease.

(310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com SANTA MONICA $1150/mo Studio 1bath. Hardwood floors, laundry, permit parking, 6mo minimum lease (310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com SANTA MONICA $1249/mo 1bdrm/1bath. No pets, stove, carpet, laundry, parking included, new paint.

(310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com SANTA MONICA $1250/mo Studio w/ large, newly remodeled kitchen.

Utilities included, street parking. (310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com SANTA MONICA $1255/mo. Completely remodeled top floor apartment.

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(310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com SANTA MONICA $1295/mo. Newer building, 1bdrm/1bath, no pets, controlled access, parking included, laundry. (310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com WHY RENT? You can own your own home with no down payment! Call Kristle or Bill (310) 207-5060 x 3232

SANTA MONICA $1985/mo 3bdrm/ 1.5bath Townhouse, light unit,12th near Colorado. Stove, 2-door refrigerator, dishwasher, ample closets, private patio,2 car enclosed garage, Owner 310-828-4481 SANTA MONICA $2300/mo front lower unit 2bdrm/2bath. Great Ocean Park location. 2508 3rd Street. Remodeled kitchen and baths. 1 covered parking space and street parking w/ permit available. Contact agent (818) 4151985 SANTA MONICA $925/mo Studio 1bath. W/C pet, patio, new carpets & paint, parking included. (310) 395RENT www.westsiderentals.com SANTA MONICA $995/mo 1bdrm/1bath. No pets, stove, new carpets, laundry. (310) 395-RENT www.westsiderentals.com VENICE 1BDRM 1bath $1050/mo 501 N. Venice, Unit 25. Stove, refridgerator, carpet, laundry, utilities included, parking, no pets (310) 574-6767 9am-6:30pm www.JKWproperties.com VENICE 2BED 1bath+den @ 25 19th Ave., Unit D $1975/mo. Stove, fridge, blinds, free-standing fireplace, laundry, 1 space garage parking, no pets. $300 off move in fee. (310) 578-7512 www.JKWproperties.com VENICE BEACHFRONT luxury condo 3 Bed, 3.5 bath @ 2917 Ocean Front Walk with amazing ocean and mountain views, 2 car gated parking, Gourmet Kitchen, spa style bathroom and much more. Must see to appreciate. 1 year lease, no pets. $4850.

(310) 466-9256 VENICE VERY nice, sunny studio @ 30 Horizon Ave. 1/2 block from beach, large closet. 1 year lease, no pets, no smoking. (310) 466-9256 $925 WESTWOOD CONDO 2+2 @ 10966 Rochester Ave., #5C. Stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, fire place, wine cabinet, marble counter tops, pool, W/D, hardwood floors, tandem parking, balcony, no pets. $2400/mo (310) 578-7512 www.JKWproperties.com

Houses For Rent HOUSE FOR rent - open house Sat/Sun SM 2bd/1ba. Newly remodeled, walk to beach, all appliances, parking. $2500/mo. Pets considered (818) 415-2019

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Flex Space for Lease 1610 Colorado Ave. SM Approximately 8,800 SF divisible to 4,400. / .75¢ psf, nnn (310) 806-6104 cporter@naicapital.com

310-440-8500 x.104 DESIGNERS WANTED! Santa Monica women’s boutique offers retail space for rent, $300, 8 available. (310) 4866964 SANTA MONICA 1452 2nd Street. Very charming building, small offices. Between $700/mo & $2100/mo. Includes utilities & cleaning. (310) 6146462 SANTA MONICA Creative office space 2812 Santa Monica Blvd. 385sq/ft to 2570sqft. Par commercial (310) 3952663 ext101.

SM 1334 Lincoln 3 office spaces 1140sqft, 750sqft, 600sqft, $1.90/sqft. Utilities and parking included. D. Keasbey (310) 477-3192 SM RETAIL 1844 Lincoln, 1800sqft. $3500/mo +rear 1600sqft $2000/mo.

Option to buy. D. Keasbey (310) 4773192 WAREHOUSE SPACE 1300sq/ft Includes 1 office and bathroom; Lease for 6-24/mo @$2300/mo Includes roll-up door+4 parking spaces. Located in S.M. Colorado & Yale.

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ROOM FOR Rent in 2bdrm 2bath Apartment. Professional female late 20’s-30’s $770/mo + $770 security (310) 968-1564.

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MANHATTAN BEACH – New Listing 24,000 square feet of land, prime location, signalized corner. Fantastic opportunity!

Just reduced! $2,125,000 Anthony’s Restaurant - El Segundo City Landmark comes with land, improvements, and business. 22 year lease left on parking lot and patio. $2,000 per month with no increases Gross business. $575,000 annually. $1,099,000 (310) 396-1947 WANTED RESIDENTIAL property in Ocean Park and Sunset Park. I have qualified buyers ready to buy.

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Santa Monica Daily Press

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DBAS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0111135 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Three F Netconnect, 2731 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA. 90806.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Federico Elias Carrillo Veas, 2731 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA. 90806 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Federico Elias Carrillo Veas This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3370529 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Modelo Latina International, Modelo Latina, Latin Model, Modelo Latina National Contest, Latin Model National Contest, Modelo Latina International Contest, Latin Model International Contest, Latin Model Interna-

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tional, Latin Models, Modelo Latina Beauty Co, 4055 Wilshire Blvd., #405, LA CA 90010. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Roberto Bobledo Pileno, 1333 E. 43rd St, LA CA 90011 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Roberto Bobledo Pileno This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005

son(s) is (are) doing business as Beautiful Skin Care, 9449 1/2 Las Tunas Dr., Temple City, CA 91780. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Yeh, Huz Mei, 530 W. Palm Dr., Arcadia, CA 91780 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Yeh, Huz Mei This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3370528 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Fama Latina Magazine, Fama Latina, Fama Latina.com, Fama Latina International, Fama Latina Entertainment, Fama Latina Studios, Fama Latina Productions, Fama Latina Modeling Agency, Fama Latina Talent Agency, Fama Latina VIP Club, Fama Latina Studio TV, Fa, 4055 Wilshire Blvd., #405, LA CA 90010. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Roberto Robledo Piceno, 1333 E. 43rd St., LA CA 90011 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Roberto Robledo Piceno This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3368415 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Tristar Car Wash, AION# 2711149, 6344 Sepulveda Blvd., Van Nuys, CA 91411. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sepulveda - Victory Car Wash, Inc., 6344 Sepulveda Blvd., Van Nuys, CA 91411 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Sepulveda - Victory Car Wash, Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3370530 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as P&E Transportation Services, 8321 Grape St., LA CA 90001. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Alicia Chavez, 8321 Grape St., LA CA 90001 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/28/2004. /s/: Alicia Chavez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/28/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3370522 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Boosters, 2852 Durfee Ave., El Monte, CA 91732. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Willliam Kalpakoff, 5438 Concha De., Mira Loma, CA 91752 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/27/2004. /s/: William Kalpakoff This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/27/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3369168 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Marvin's Habidashier, 1126 Shamwood St., West Covina, CA 91790. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Marvin Hackett, 1126 Shamwood St., West Covina, CA 91790 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Marvin Hackett This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3369125 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Zebina's Gift Baskets & Stuff, 1809 N. 97th St., LA CA 90018. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Yolanda White Fuquay, 1809 N. 97th St., LA CA 90018 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Yolanda White Fuquay This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3369113 FIRST FILING. The following per-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3356207 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Wilson's Quality Construction, AION #22709085, 7143 Gateshead Way, Westhills, CA 91307. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Hillside Construction Specialist, Inc., 7143 Gateshead Way, Westhills, CA 91307 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/1984. /s/: Hillside Construction Specialist, Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/1984. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/1945, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3356233 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Miss Asia U.S.A Foundation, 14300 Terra Bella St, #19, Panorama City, CA 91402. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Virgelia B. Villegan, 14300 Terra Bella St, #19, Panorama City, CA 91402, Laiva P. Balza, 14300 Terra Bella St, #19, Panorama City, CA 91402 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2005. /s/: Virgelia B. Villegan, Laiva P. Balza This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3356200 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as KF Enterprises, 1125 S. Maple Ave., Unit I, Montebello, CA 90640.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sarkis Khoshouyan, 117 N. Spruce St, Montebello, CA 90640 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Sarkis Khoshouyan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3356724 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as E. Mendrix Enterprises, Mendrix Investments, 11638 York Ave., Unit 4, Hawthorne, CA 90250. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Eme Eme, 11638 York Ave., Unit 4, Hawthorne, CA 90250 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Eme Eme This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE

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NO. 04 3340045 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Natural Skin Care, 23920 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sunny Choe Lewis, 23920 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2003. /s/: Sunny Choe Lewis This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2003. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005

son(s) is (are) doing business as Lovechild, Ink, 8720 St. Ives Dr., LA CA 90069. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Rachel Powell, 8720 St. Ives Dr., LA CA 90069 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Rachel Powell This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005

being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Michael Nelli This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

names listed on (Date)1/3/2005. /s/: Almaz L. Kizzee This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/3/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0010463 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as PDLC Transport, 429 S. Thorson Ave., Compton, CA 90221. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Daniel Perez Rolon, 429 S. Thorson Ave., Compton, CA 90221 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Daniel Perez Rolon This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3385114 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Podes en Victoria Meat Market, 1931 E. Gage Ave., LA CA 90001.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Cricelia Sanchez, 1928 E. 70th Street, LA CA 90001 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/15/2003. /s/: Cricelia Sanchez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/15/2003. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3388219 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as National Soccor Warehouse, 1090 East Grand Ave., Pomona, CA 91766. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Salvador Diaz, 1090 East Grand Ave., Pomona, CA 91766 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Salvador Diaz This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3386116 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as DHK America, 2646 Pacific Park Dr., Whittier, Ca 90601. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Bo Hom, 3094 Millicent Way, Pasadena, CA 91107, John King, 121 Higate, Daly City, CA 94015, Leo Derevenha, 1309 e. Flora St., Ontario, CA 91764 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Bo Hom, John King, Leo Derevenha This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3385843 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as JeanMarie Services, 543 West 46th Street, LA CA 90037. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Judah Jean-Marie, 543 West 46th Street, LA CA 90037, Eric Morrison Sr., 2018 West Blvd., LA CA 90016 This Business is being conducted by, a general partnership. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Judah Jean-Marie, Eric Morrison This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3135619 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as R&W Floor Demos, 9010 Burke St., Unit 37, Pico Rivera, CA 90660.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Randy Flores, 9010 Burke St., Unit 37, Pico Rivera, CA 90660f This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Randy Flores This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3318557 FIRST FILING. The following per-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 047 3321425 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Krystal Lady, 5420 Lindsey Ave, Encino, CA 91316. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Ann Goodman, 5420 Lindsey Ave, Encino, CA 91316 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Ann Goodman This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0054962 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Bette Stuy's Charity Account for Tsunami Relif, 2200 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90404. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sharon Meriel Smith, 2200 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90404 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/5/2005. /s/: Sharon Meriel Smith This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/5/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/11/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0054963 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Body Wellness, 1821 Wilshire Blvd., #401, Santa Monica, CA 90403. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Natalie Mirsky, 2445 Walgrove Ave., LA CA 90066 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Natalie Mirsky This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0049638 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Rose-Pacific Properties, LLC, AION #200433610047, 1052 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813+3002. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Rose Properties, LLC, 9019 South 3605 East, Sandy, UT 84093 This Business is being conducted by, a limited liability.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Rose Properties, LLC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0027019 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Flux Gallery, 943 N. Hill St., LA CA 90012. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Kathleen M. Simcox, 943 1/2 N. Hill St., LA CA 90012, Delane E. Hamik, 943 1/2 N. Hill St., LA CA 90012 This Business is being conducted by, a general partnership. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Kathleen M. Simcox, Delane E. Hamik This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3413767 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as N. Graphics, 155 So. Burnaby Dr., Glendora, CA 91741. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Michael Nelli, 155 So. Burnaby Dr., Glendora, CA 91741 This Business is

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3338020 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Dustbuster's , 1801 West Grove Center Dr., West Covina, CA 90270. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Vincent Mendoza, 1801 West Grove Center Dr., West Covina, CA 90270 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/23/2004. /s/: Vincent Mendoza This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/23/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3410163 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Chapala Bakery #5, 11709 Firestone Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Ana Maria Esquivel, 15366 Flagstaff St., La Puente, CA 91744 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Ana Maria Esquivel This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3406161 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as A-1 Accurate Attorney Service, 25835 Narbonne Ave., Ste. 295, Lomita, CA 90717. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Amparo Leon, 35937 Viana Ave., #10, Lomita, CA 90717 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Amparo Leon This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3408547 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Pacific Data Processing, 3620 South Pacific Ave., #329, San Pedro, CA 90731. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sean Theus, 3620 South Pacific Ave., #329, San Pedro, CA 90731 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Sean Theus This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3412725 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Cherry Gas and Food Mart, AION# 213711, 2790 Cherry Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90806. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Hemkunt Enterprises, Inc., 2790 Cherry Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90806 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Hemkunt Enterprises, Inc This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0012118 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Nymph Music, Nymph Music Group, 5351 W. 7th Ave., LA CA 90043. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Almaz L. Kizzee, 5351 W. 7th Ave., LA CA 90043 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0010796 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Casablanca Real State Services, AION #2640486, 6621 Eastern Ave., Bell Gardens, CA 90201. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : H&M Investments, Inc., 9117 Faywood St., Bell Gardens, CA 90706 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: H&M Investments, Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0009612 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as La Nueva Luna Meat Market, 1162 S. Lorena St., LA CA 90023.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Patricia Salgado, 4002 East 54th St., Maywood, CA 90270 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2005. /s/: Patricia Salgado This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 01/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005, 02/07/2005,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0012183 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as El Chicano Prods, 2001 1/2 Pinehurst Road, LA CA 90068. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Alexander Patino, 2001 1/2 Pinehurst Road, LA CA 90068 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Alexander Patino This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 038041 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as K's Sports & Uniforms, 305 Aldenville, Covina CA 91723. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Hector G. Salazar, 3702 Willow Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)8/9/2004. /s/: Hector G. Salazar This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 8/9/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0049874 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Las Palomas Meat Market, 12401 Long Beach Blvd., Lynwood, CA 90262. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Luis Valadez, 7903 Jabonevia Rd., Bell Gardens, CA 90201, Lucina Valadez, 7903 Jabonevia Rd., Bell Gardens, CA 90201 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)11/9/2004. /s/: Luis Valadez, Lucina Valadez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 11/9/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0038120 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Cold Fuzion, AION# 2689849, 120 N. Maclay, Suite #A, San Fernando, CA 91340. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Cold Fuzion, 1157 E. 76th Street, LA CA 90001 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Cold Fuzion This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0038044 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Keystone Archway Construction, 12063 E. Allard St., Norwalk, CA 90650. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Jose Antonio Cortez, 12063 E. Allard St., Norwalk, CA 90650 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/5/2005. /s/: Jose

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Antonio Cortez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/5/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/3/2005. /s/: Mirza S. Baig This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/3/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

era This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 11/1/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0038138 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Unlimited Services Association of Bell Flower, 15133 Cabell Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Jose Jesus Luna, 12114 1/2 Imperial Hwy, Norwalk, CA 90650 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/5/2005. /s/: Jose Jesus Luna This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/5/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0158160 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Rival Editorial, Rival Edit, AION #1903068, 1543 7th Street, #400, Santa Monica, CA 90401. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Avenue Edit California, Inc., 1543 7th Street, #400, Santa Monica, CA 90401 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Avenue Edit California, Inc This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0027052 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Bryan Apostry Auto Glass, 15921 Woodruff Ave., Bell Flower, CA 90706. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Celestino Lazcano, 2242 E. 15th St., Longbeach, CA 90804, Agustin Lazcano, 2242 E. 15th St., Longbeach, CA 90804 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Celestino Lazcano, Agustin Lazcano This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0049856 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Lu Trading, 1205 S. Raymond Ave., #B, Alhambra, CA 91803. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Craig Phong Lu, 1205 S. Raymond Ave., #B, Alhambra, CA 91803 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/6/2005. /s/: Craig Phong Lu This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/6/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0010761 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Vanessa's Shoe #2, 7211 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90003.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Marcelo Hernandez, 9820 S. Broadway, LA CA 90003 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/3/2005. /s/: Marcelo Hernandez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/3/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0012120 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Universal Disposal Services, 8651 Snowden Ave., Arleta, CA 91331.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Gary Dishoyan, 8651 Snowden Ave., Arleta, CA 91331 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Gary Dishoyan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0037125 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Images Nails, 4614 E. PCH, Longbeach, CA 90804. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Cuong Hung Le, 729 S. Manhattan Pl, LA CA 90005, Hung Dang, 5417 Olive Ave., Longbeach, CA 90805 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/5/2005. /s/: Cuong Hung Le, Hung Dang This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/5/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0012703 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Payos Polishing, 215 E. Greenleaf Compton, CA 90220. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Marcial Perez, 1162 E 74th Street, LA CA 90001, Efrain Leyva, 1301 E. 64th St., LA CA 90001 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Marcial Perez, Efrain Leyva This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0047851 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Eight Rivers, Eight Rivers Enterprises, Eight Rivers Publications, 15365 Los Altos Dr., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Javad Hashtroudian, 15365 Los Altos Dr., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Javad Hashtroudian This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3414744 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Bamby's Quick Tax 5, 1084 N. Western Ave., LA CA 90029. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Maria Saravta, 5409 Carlton Way Apt., #222, LA CA 90027 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Maria Saravta This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0049851 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as National Cruises & Tours / DBA - National Tours & Travel, 650 W. Duarte Rd., Suite #6, Arcadia, CA 91007. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Mirza Salim Baig, 933 Arcadia Ave., #A, Arcadia, CA 91007 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. Bamby's Tax Service FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 1084 N. Western Ave., LA CA 90029, Rodolfo P. Rivera. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : 11240 Blix St., Toluca Lake, CA 91602 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Rudolfo P. Riv-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0035452 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Eddie's Garment Factory, 4809 S. Vermont Ave., LA CA 90037. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Eddie Saul Arevalo, 538 W. 93rd Street, LA CA 90037 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Eddie S. Arevalo This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0057662 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Westwerx, 1936 E. Cortez, West Covina, CA 91791. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Jason Gentry, 1936 E. Cortez, West Covina, CA 91791 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Jason Gentry This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2004, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0036501 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Phillips A/C, 4847 Fountain Ave., LA CA 90029. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Cynthia Ann Phillips, 14426 Addison St., LA CA 91423 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Cynthia Phillips This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0023825 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as The Debt Specialists, AION# 0608835, 12424 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1120, LA CA 90025. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Weintraub & Selth, A Professional Corporation, 12424 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1120, LA CA 90025 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Weintraub & Selth, A Professional Corporation This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0036500 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Mailbox Cafe.com, 4845 Fountain Ave., LA CA 90029. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Howard Ragland, 14426 Addison St., #7, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2005. /s/: Howard Ragland This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0054960 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Zindea, 10424 Eastborne Ave., LA CA 90024. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Anshu Singhal, 10424 Eastborne Ave., LA CA 90024 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Anshu Singhal This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0037203 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Angelcom Audio, 8202 Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90662. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Saul Ramirez, 8202 Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90662, Angelica Ramirez, 8202 Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90662 This Business is being conducted by, husband and wife. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)2/1/2001. /s/: Saul Ramirez, Angelica Ramirez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 2/1/2001. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0054961 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Brotman Fine Furniture and Cabinetry, Form and Function, 3369 7th Ave., LA CA 90018. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : David Victor Brotman, 1864 Pandora Ave., LA CA 90025 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)11/15/2002. /s/: David V. Brotman This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 11/15/2002. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0036513 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as One Nation Under Bob, 28369 Willow Canyon Ct., Santa Clarita, CA 91390. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Carrie Tyler Ferrone, 28369 Willow Canyon Ct., Santa Clarita, CA 91390, Courtney Autumn Hollinger, 28369 Willow Canyon Ct., Santa Clarita, CA 91390 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Carrie Ferrone, Courtney Hollinger This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0037230 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Lightfinder Realm, 422 E. 21st St., LA CA 90011. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : James Esquee, 422 E. 21st St., LA CA 90011 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: James Esquee This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTI-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0054959 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Ecolimo, LLC, AION# 200430610170, 1229 California Ave., #3, Santa Monica, CA 90403. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Ecolimo, LLC, 1229 California Ave., #3, Santa Monica, CA 90403 This Business is being conducted by, a limited liability. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/14/2004. /s/: Ecolimo, LLC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/14/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0054964 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Soapure, Soapure.com, Undercoverage, 10401 Venice Blvd., #106-404, LA CA 90034. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Fay Malia Jones, 10502 Regent St., LA CA 90034, Noah Thomas Jones, 10502 Regent St., LA CA 90034 This Business is being conducted by, husband and wife. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)11/1/2004. /s/: Fay Malia Jones, Thomas Jones

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0064244 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Tom's Towing, 1337 Berkeley St., Suite #4, Santa Monica, CA 90404. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Rahman Khasbabuei, 1337 Berkeley St., Suite #4, Santa Monica, CA 90404 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/20/2004. /s/: Rahman Khasbabuei This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/20/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0075127 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as The Shaggel Company, 111901 Santa Monica Blvd., #371. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Brandon Dion, 111901 Santa Monica Blvd., #371 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Brandon Dion This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0085500 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Kuleshov Mosjoukine Postproduction, 1811 7th Street, #6, Santa Monica, CA 90401. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Carlos Gutierrez, 1811 7th Street, #6, Santa Monica, CA 90401 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Carlos Gutierrez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0058764 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as E Haley Professional Company, Modern Puppy, Perfect 10 Communications, 3080 W. Alley Blvd #B, Alhambra, CA 91803. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Erika Chia Hui Kao-Haley, 3080 W. Alley Blvd #B, Alhambra, CA 91803 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/7/2005. /s/: Erika Kao-Haley This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/7/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0057846 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Martinez RP Transportation, 1729 S. Oxford Ave., LA CA 90006.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Carlos R. Palacios, 1729 S. Oxford Ave., LA CA 90006 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/7/2005. /s/: Carlos R. Palacios This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/7/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0057827 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Five Star Promotions, 1067 Stanley Ave., Unit B, Long Beach, CA 90804. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Niko Davis, 1067 Stanley Ave., Unit B, Long Beach, CA 90804 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Nikco Davis This statement was filed with the County Clerk of

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0058782 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as El Divino Jewelry, 722 S. Boradway, LA CA 90014. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Jose Alfredo Reyes, 704 Rio Del Sol Ave., Montebello, CA 90640 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Jose Reyes This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0059809 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Total Delivery Transport, 5207 Ascot Ave., LA CA 90011. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sammie E. Rhodes, 5207 Ascot Ave., LA CA 90011 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Sammie Rhodes This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0058722 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Acesap Glazing Co., 145 Park Shadows, Baldwin Park, CA 91706.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Jamie A. Saavedra, 145 Park Shadows, Baldwin Park, CA 91706 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Jamie A. Saavedra This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0058740 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Pablo's Concrete, 13329 Bixler Ave., Downey, CA 90242. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Pablo Gomez, 13329 Bixler Ave., Downey, CA 90242 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2003. /s/: Pablo Gomez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2003. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0059815 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as B-Adair Consulting & Administrative Services, 1207 Obispo Ave., #107, Long Beach, CA 90804. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Brandy Ann Adair, 1207 Obispo Ave., #107, Long Beach, CA 90804 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)10/25/2004. /s/: Brandy Ann Adair This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 10/25/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0057650 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Darco Automotive, 1108 San Rafael Ave., #2, Glendale, CA 91202.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Arminak Murad, 1108 San Rafael Ave., #2, Glendale, CA 91202 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Arminak Murad This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS

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BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005

FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005

BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005

does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005

statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0100350 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Urban Planning & Consulting, 5422 Marburn Ave., LA CA 90043. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Steve Joseph Lamar, 5422 Marburn Ave., LA CA 90043 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Steve Joseph Lamar This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3196508 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Learning, Training, Developing, (L.T.D.) Educational Consulting & Training, 3912 W. 109th St., Inglewood, CA 90303.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Karen A. Kane, 3912 W. 109th St., Inglewood, CA 90303 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)11/1/2004. /s/: Karen A. Kane This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 11/1/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3261579 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Nyce Entertainment, 721 S. Main Street, Apt 309, LA CA 90014.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Kalon Bernard Williamson, 721 S. Main Street, Apt 309, LA CA 90014 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Kalon Williamson This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 1052520 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Exotic Construction Service, 2728 Veteran Ave., LA CA 90064. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Martin Romero Chavez, 2728 Veteran Ave., LA CA 90064 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/19/2000. /s/: Martin Romero Chavez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/19/2000. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3246611 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Cardservice Priority, LLC AION# 200433810127, 21145-4 Lassen St., Chatsworth, CA 91311. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Cardservice Priority LLC, 21145-4 Lassen St., Chatsworth, CA 91311 This Business is being conducted by, a limited liability. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/15/2004. /s/: Cardservice Priority, LLC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/15/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3182942 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Busters U.S.A., 17023 Ardmore Ave., Belflower, CA 90706. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Raul O. Ortiz, 17023 Ardmore Ave., Belflower, CA 90706, Maria D. Ortiz, 17023 Ardmore Ave., Belflower, CA 90706 This Business is being conducted by, husband and wife.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Raul O. Ortiz, Maria D. Ortiz This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/3/2005, 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/05

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3231300 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Golden Mattress Co., Inl, 7633 Paramount Bl., Pico Rivera, CA 90660. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Golden Mattress Co., 7633 Paramount Bl., Pico Rivera, CA 90660 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/31/1992. /s/: Golden Mattress Co., Inl This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/31/1992. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3196483 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as The Big Can, Ridin Hotties, AION# 20011110086, 1950 S. Santa Fe Ave., Suite 206, LA CA 90021. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Monocle Media, LLC, 1950 S. Santa Fe Ave., Suite 206, LA CA 90021 This Business is being conducted by, a limited liability.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/10/2004. /s/: Monocle Media, LLC This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/10/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0057821 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Gift Store, 15512 Paramount Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Rodolfo Roman, 2905 E. Coolidge St., Long Beach, CA 90805, Bertha Roman, 2905 E. Coolidge St., Long Beach, CA 90805 This Business is being conducted by, husband and wife. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Rodolfo Roman, Bertha Roman This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0057826 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Your Star Entertainment, Long Beach Star Entertainment, 999 South St., Long Beach, CA 90805. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Nu Stenueu Stein, 232 E. 9th St, LA CA 90805, Darryel Parham, 6505 Locust Ave., Long Beach, CA 90805 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/1/2004. /s/: Nu Stenueu Stein,Darryel Parham This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/1/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0091089 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Cooler Developments , 5934 Cloverly Ave., Unit #E, Temple City, CA 91780. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Paul Zessau, 5934 Cloverly Ave., Unit #E, Temple City, CA 91780 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Paul Zessau This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0090744 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as D.S.D & Associates, 462 Clifton St., LA CA 90031. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Dale Shaw, 462 Clifton St., LA CA 90031 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)11/20/2004. /s/: Dale Shaw This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 11/20/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0058757 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Buy-Low Distributors, 8610 Millergove Dr., Whittier, CA 90606. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Pedro Padilla, 8610 Millergove Dr., Whittier, CA 90606 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Pedro Padilla This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0089248 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Emperor Steel Role dies, 4270 W. 4th St #15, LA CA 90020. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Jose Jorge Boutista, 4270 W. 4th St #15, LA CA 90020, Oscar Abrajar, 4175 S. Almeda, LA CA 90058 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2005. /s/: Jose Jorge Boutista, Oscar Abrajar This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0057651 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as High Tech Stone, 1052 Ruberta Ave., #3, Glendale, CA 91201. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Aram Babayan, 1052 Ruberta Ave., #3, Glendale, CA 91201 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Aram Babayan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/24/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0102002 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Red Dog Customs, Red Dog Choppers, Red Dog Cycles, Red Dog Motorcycles, Bad Dog Customs, 10947 Pendleton Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Cyber Spectrum Marketing, Inc., 229 N. Central Ave., # 504, Glendale, CA 91203 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Cyber Spectrum Marketing, Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0100565 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Garrett & Associates, 205 S. Broadway #802, LA CA 90012. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Kimberly Garrett, 205 S. Broadway #802, LA CA 90012 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2005. /s/: Kimberly Garrett This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0100349 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Wincell Products, 241 Winston Street #7, LA CA 90013. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Jing Soon Kim, 14919 S. Normandie Ave., #6, Gardena, CA 90247 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Jung Soon Kim This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0101606 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Xpress Freight, 7251 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga, CA 91042. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Vardan Ter Grigorian, 7251 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga, CA 91042 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2000. /s/: Vardan Ter Grigorian This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2000. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/24/2005, 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0099970 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Quarna's "Got What You Need", 3857 Santa Rosalia Dr., LA CA 90008. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Charlotte Story, 3717 S. La Brea, #417, LA CA 90016 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/13/2005. /s/: Charlotte Story This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/13/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3230704 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Verdugo Limo Service, 434 S. 6th St., #B, Burbank, CA 91501.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Karen Ovoian, 434 S. 6th St., #B, Burbank, CA 91501 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)2/15/1995. /s/: Ovoian, Karen This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 2/15/1995. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3232109 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Yale Jewelers, 2839 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90403. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Armen Joe Boiadjian, 312 Screenland, Burbank, CA 91505 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Armen Joe Boiadjian This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 03 3198961 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as M&R Home Serivces, 10800 Crenshaw Blvd., #19, Inglewood, CA 90303. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Rudy Rodulfo, 10800 Crenshaw Blvd., #19, Inglewood, CA 90303 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)7/1/2004. /s/: Rudy Rodulfo This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 7/1/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3198977 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Tung Hing Lung, 2734 Newell Street, LA CA 90039. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Tung Lee, 2734 Newell Street, LA CA 90039 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/10/2004. /s/: Tung Lee This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/10/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3197005 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Nersisyan Medical Billing, 4250 Coldwater Cny, Ave., Studio City, CA 91604. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Armen Nersisyan, 4250 Coldwater Cny, Ave., Studio City, CA 91604 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Armen Nersisyan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/10/2005, 1/17/2005, 01/24/2005, 01/31/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 04 3258822 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as LA Creative Planning Link, 2348 Colorado Blvd., LA CA 90041. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Masakazu Teranishi, 2348 Colorado Blvd., LA CA 90041 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)12/15/2004. /s/: Masakazu Teranishi This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 12/15/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0150037 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as AMC Medical Group, AION# 2695849, 330 So. Garfield Ave., #248, Alhambra, CA 91801. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Bio Pharma, Inc., 4745 Ivar Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Bio Pharma, Inc., This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0152305 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Credit For You Solutions, 1057 Appleton St., #4, Long Beach, CA 90802. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Douglas Gaines, 1057 Appleton St., #4, Long Beach, CA 90802 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Douglas Gaines This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0151322 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as M.V. Craft & Stuff, 11149 Broaded St., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Virginia Marti, 11149 Broaded St., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Virginia Marti This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0152510 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as VIP Leasing Sales, 4869 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91601. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Avetis Akopyan, 7950 Ethel Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91605 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Avetis Akopyan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name Document Record # 04 3213334 Current File No. 04 1747669 State of California, County of Los Angeles The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious Business name: R and J Enterprises located at 2032 S. 6th Street, #B, Alhambra, CA 91803 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on 07/08/2004 In the county of LOS ANGELES. Luis A. Romero, 2032 S. 6th Street, #B, Alhambra, CA 91803 , Ricardo Romero, 2032 S. 6th Street, #B, Alhambra, CA 91803 This business is conducted by: husband and wife. The above declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit: 01/10/05, 01/17/05, 01/24/05, 01/31/05

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0152511 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as S&J Transport, BCJ Transport, 14402 S. Hawthorne Blvd., #278 Lawndale, CA 90260. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Suzette S. Covarrubias, 11146 S. Ruthelen St., LA CA 90047 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/20/2005. /s/: Suzette S. Covarrubias This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/20/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0139526 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as KD Business Solutions, 16131 Whitespring Dr., Whittier CA 90604.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Kent A Davenport, 16131 Whitespring Dr., Whittier CA 90604, Pamerla J. Davenport, 16131 Whitespring Dr., Whittier CA 90604 This Business is being conducted by, husband and wife. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Kent A. Davenport, Pamela J. Davenport This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0124036 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as JG Realty, JG Realty Escrow Division, 111 N. Brand Blvd., #E, Glendale, CA 91206. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Janet Gevorsian, 501 N. Louise St., #B, Glendale, CA 91206, Carlos Rossil, 2261 Ohio Ave., Signal Hill, CA 90755 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Janet Gevorsian, Carlos Rossil This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0121338 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Wiz Communications, 10527 Atlantic Ave., South Gate, CA 90280.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Gary Shimafukyro, 7324 1/2 Pertol St., Paramount, CA 90723 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/20/2004. /s/: Gary Shimafukyro This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/20/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name Document Record # 04 3370010 Current File No. 04 3275848 State of California, County of Los Angeles The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious Business name: Maya Family Child Care located at 6125 Glovrester St, LA CA 90022 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on 12/17/2004 In the county of LOS ANGELES. Gloria Maya, 6125 Glovcester St., LA CA 90022 This business is conducted by: an individual The above declares that all information in this statement is true and correct.

That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit: 01/10/05, 01/17/05, 01/24/05, 01/31/05

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0121161 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as St. Rita's Care Villa, 19375 Pilario St., Rowland heights, CA 91748.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Aura Beatriz Aguila, 4655 N. Maine Ave., Apt A., Baldwin Park, CA 91706 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Aura Beatriz Aguila This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005

NO. 05 0139529 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Flores Motel, 807 E. Manchester Ave., LA CA 90001. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Patel Jayantibhai Rambhai, 807 E. Manchester Ave., LA CA 90001 Patel Kirktikaben Jayanti, 807 E. Manchester Ave., LA CA 90001 This Business is being conducted by, husband and wife. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2005. /s/: Patel Jayantibhai Rambhai, Patel Kirktikaben Jayanti This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005

NO. 05 0113823 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Paranormal Studies And Investigations United States, 520 S. Mariposa St., Burbank, CA 91506. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Alma Carey, 520 S. Mariposa St., Burbank, CA 91506 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Alma Carey This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005

Document Record # 04 3368400 Current File No. 03 2485159 State of California, County of Los Angeles The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious Business name: Tamoles La Herradara located at 4303 Maine St., Baldwin Park, CA 91760 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on 08/29/2003 In the county of LOS ANGELES. Isrdro Moro, 480 Ladera St., Pasadena, CA 91104, Ruben Moro, 1856 Lundy Ave., Pasadena, CA 91104 This business is conducted by: co-partners The above declares that all information in this statement is true and correct.

That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit: 01/10/05, 01/17/05, 01/24/05, 01/31/05

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0110375 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Hector's Polishing, 5201 Tweedy Blvd., South Gate, CA 90280. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Hector Gabriel Robles, 10918 Ruth Street, Lynwood, CA 90262 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/14/2005. /s/: Hector G. Robles This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/14/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 5/21/704, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0113873 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as F. Avina Transport, 939 McFarland Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Francisco R. Avina, 939 McFarland Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744, Leticia Avina, 939 McFarland Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/15/2005. /s/: Francisco R. Avina, Leticia Avina This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/15/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0113468 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Sisters of Bethany C.V.D. AION# 0262661, 850 No. Hobart Blvd., LA CA 90029. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sisters of Bethany C.V.D, 850 No. Hobart Blvd., LA CA 90029 This Business is being conducted by, a non-profit organization. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)5/8/1991. /s/: Sisters of Bethany C.V.D This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 5/8/1991. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0136139 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Kids Wild Habitat, 6934 Mantova St., Long Beach, CA 90815. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Charmaine Jacobs, 6934 Mantova St., Long Beach, CA 90815 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)2/1/2002. /s/: Charmaine Jacobs This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 2/1/2002. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0139722 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Maynor Tile, 3129 1/2 8th Ave., LA CA 90018. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Maynor Lenel Hernandez, 3129 1/2 8th Ave., LA CA 90018 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Maynor Hernandez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0139533 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as East Acupuncture, East Acupuncture Group, East Acupuncture Co., 75 N. Santa Anita Ave., #107, Arcadia, CA 91006. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Li Liu, 3258 Stevens Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770, Connie Wang, 120 San Gabriel, Rosemead, CA 91775 This Business is being conducted by, co-partners. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)10/1/2004. /s/: Li Liu, Connie Wang This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 10/1/2004. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0136746 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Taste, AION# 253485198220, 8454 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : JM Restaurant Group, Inc., 1107 N. Hollywood Ave., W. Hollywood, CA 90046 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/19/2005. /s/: JM Restaurant Group, Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/19/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/07/2005, 2/14/05, 2/21/05 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0139707 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Norwalk Shaco Trading Inc., Shaco Trading, NST Inc., AION#2417116, 15932 Downey Ave., Paramount, CA 90723. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Norwalk Shaco Trading Inc., 15932 Downey Ave., Paramount, CA 90723 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed on (Date)1/1/2005. /s/: Norwalk Shaco Trading Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on 1/1/2005. NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0136138 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Body Fat Test, Body Fat Test, Inc., AION# 2713036, 6934 Montova St., Long Beach, CA 90815. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Body Fat Test, Inc., 6934 Montova St., Long Beach, CA 90815 This Business is being conducted by, a corporation. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Body Fat Test, Inc. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0178006 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Tiendas Paraiso, 1158 26th Street, #571, Santa Monica, CA 90403.

The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Lucas Trigall Caste, 1158 26th Street, #571, Santa Monica, CA 90403 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Lucas Trigall Caste This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0086613 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Ridgeback Sound, 7037 La Tijera Blvd., Unit B102, LA CA 90045. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Sean Graham, 7037 La Tijera Blvd., Unit B102, LA CA 90045 This Business is being conducted by, an individual.

Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Sean Graham This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/1950 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0178055 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as V Entertainment Group, L.L.C., AION #200502110184, 275 S. Beverly Dr., #202, Beverly Hills, CA 90212. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : V. Entertainment Group, L.L.C., 275 S. Beverly Dr., #202, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 This Business is being conducted by, a limited liability. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: V. Entertainment Group, L.L.C. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0110092 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as On The Real, 28935 Scotsview Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Denzel Whitaker, 28935 Scotsview Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 This Business is being conducted by, an individual. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Denzel Whitaker This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name Document Record # 05 0100348 Current File No. 04 2943069 State of California, County of Los Angeles The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious Business name: Wincell Products located at 241 Winston Street #7, LA CA 90013 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on 11/12/2005 In the county of LOS ANGELES. Jin Yee Kim, 2233 Fargo Street, LA CA 90039 This business is conducted by: an individual The above declares that all information in this statement is true and correct.

That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit: 01/24/05, 01/31/05, 02/07/05, 02/14/05

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES STATEMENT FILE NO. 05 0213715 FIRST FILING. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as Asian Tsunami Relief Fund, 11094 Ophir Dr., LA CA 90024. The full name of registrant(s) is/are : Asiroh Cham, 11094 Ophir Dr., LA CA 90024, Jessica Kate Meyer, 1113 Bay St., #D, Santa Monica, CA 90405 This Business is being conducted by, an unincorporated association other than a partnership. Signed: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name or names listed herein.. /s/: Asiroh Cham, Jessica Kate Meyer This statement was filed with the County Clerk of LOS ANGELES County on . NOTICE: THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411et seq.,Business and Professions Code). SANTA MONICA DAILY PRESS to publish 1/31/2005, 2/7/2005, 2/14/2005, 2/21/2005

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PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

Coppola, Putin swap words of praise over tea

By The Associated Press

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the works of director Francis Ford Coppola as the two met for tea at the Kremlin before Coppola received a film award.

“In Russia your works are well known and highly valued,” Putin told Coppola during a televised portion of the meeting Saturday. He said he was not just referring to “The Godfather” — which is extremely popular in Russia — but also to films “that so accurately tell of the horrors of war.”

Coppola, in turn, lauded Putin’s speech marking the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz by Soviet troops, during which Putin said he was ashamed of anti-Semitism’s existence in Russia.

“Excellent speech,” Coppola said. “But in person you look much younger than you did on TV.” Coppola was in Moscow to receive a Golden Eagle award from Russia’s National Academy of Cinematic Arts and Sciences for his contribution to world cinematography.

Coppola gave Putin a DVD of “Lost in Translation,” for which his daughter, Sofia Coppola, won an Oscar for best original screenplay in 2004.

Coppola told Putin that both he and his daughter had won their first Oscar at age 32, and the Russian president responded, “Now your granddaughter must do it.”

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Former NBA star Dennis Rodman said he has resolved a dispute with an industry group that accused him of using copyrighted music without permission at his California restaurant.

Rodman has agreed to pay licensing fees back to

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2002 and has signed a new agreement with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, his publicist, Shannon Barr, told the Los Angeles Times for Saturday’s editions.

Rodman said he was unhappy about the ASCAP’s rule that commercial establishments must pay fees for the use of any of its eight million copyrighted songs and compositions performed live, played on jukeboxes or piped in from radio stations.

“But hey, what can you do?” said Rodman, who has attracted publicity because of his brief marriage to Carmen Electra, wild partying and brushes with the law.

“We are under new management now, and I have taken every precaution that things like this do not happen again,” he said in an e-mail to the Times.

Rodman’s, formerly known as Josh Slocum’s, was the only California eatery named in a lawsuit filed by the ASCAP. The suit named restaurants in 15 states.

A call to ASCAP Saturday was not immediately returned.

ASCAP represents about 200,000 songwriters and composers who are paid royalties. The agency and Broadcast Music Inc. hold the licensing rights to the majority of popular songs.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Neo-soul rock band Maroon 5 will perform the opening musical number at next month’s Grammy Awards.

“It’s going to be awesome,” lead singer Adam Levine said Thursday. “We’re going to do ‘This Love’ unless they change it up on us and say, OK, ‘Superfreak.”’

Maroon 5 has earned two Grammy nominations for its debut album, “Songs About Jane,” which has sold more than eight million copies since its June 2002 release and was the seventh best-selling album in 2004.

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The band was also recently announced as the headliner on the 35-city Honda Civic Tour that begins March 11 in Los Angeles. Levine said the environmentally conscious group initially was reluctant to sign on with a corporate sponsor, but became enthusiastic because of the automaker’s hybrid car.

“It’s really very personal and I don’t feel any shame,” he said. “We’re not going to have to tattoo Honda on our forehead.”

Other bands scheduled to appear on the tour include Phantom Planet, the Donnas and the Thrills.

PORT HURON, Mich. — A “Hollywood Graffiti” gown signed by more than 350 stars, including Barbra Streisand and Katharine Hepburn, has kicked off the first leg of its world tour at a Michigan museum.

The gown, designed by Randy McLaughlin and Jerry Skeels, was displayed at the Port Huron Museum Saturday and Sunday. The worldwide tour will take it to Trinidad and Tobago, India and Austria for Vienna’s Life Ball, one of Europe’s largest AIDS fund-raisers.

In two years, the dress will be auctioned off for a minimum bid of $1 million, but McLaughlin said the final offer could be much higher. Proceeds from the gown’s sale will be used for AIDS research.

McLaughlin and Skeels run Jeran Design in Los Angeles and have a shop in West Hollywood, Calif.

Their work has been featured in magazines such as Esquire and Playboy.

Last June, the pair received the fashion industry’s 2004 Golden Needle Humanitarian Award, honoring them for their support of AIDS awareness, education and prevention.