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A fond trip to the past most revealing: Accounts reveal the new year of 1929 with changes, page 4

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2011 photos in The Voice capture events of our day Significance of subjects take on a wide range

The September 11, 2001 10-year remembrance was held in Aurora, Jason Crane/The Voice above, and throughout the country.

Aurora Central Catholic junior Kaylee Hoffner reads her awardwinning essay on democracy at VFW Post 7452 in Montgomery. Vern Soukop is at the left. Al Benson photo

A B-17 of World War II vintage took off from the Aurora Airport in Sugar Grove and was forced to land in a field near Oswego. All seven passengers survived with the perfect landing. Lee Hogan photo

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By Jason Crane In a time when many businesses and citizens have struggled financially due to the worst recession since the Great Depression, there is some question about the accuracy of the data obtained from a study the United States Post Office conducted. Still others consider the Post Office’s fiscal problems a congressionally-created crisis. The Post Office identified more than 3,600 See page 9

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Waubonsee Community College locked the doors on the old downtown Aurora campus and opened a new downtown building on River Street.

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• Going Green with junk art

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Photos reveal the world in 2011; all take on importance We waited at The Voice until after the year was over prior to offering a review in photos of 2011. To list the important events in the year is debatable because so many local areas have their important events which do not resonate in other local areas. Oswego decided not to build a third high school. That was important to Oswego residents, but, had little impact nearly any other place. In Aurora, the Aurora Public Library is making plans to build a new facility on the site of the former Beacon-News building. The Aurora Public Library bought the land and building after The Beacon-News moved to the Meridian Business area near Route 59. The development of funds is essential to a new building. That will grow in importance in Aurora, but has little impact in nearby communities. It is sufficient to say that there are three full pages of photos which ran in The Voice during the course of 2011 and all photos are important. The photo display starts on page 1 and goes to pages 26, 29, and 30.They do not represent the most important events in 2011 in any community, but are significant. We would rather present each photo with its own importance and leave the listing of the top stories to other media, whether newspaper, television, or radio. Each community is different and has its own culture. Yet, there is an important tie-in from one community to another. There is a connection within all communities in northern and central Illinois. Many of us fail to see the similarities of and con-

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nections within our communities. Perhaps that is why some residents have a greater sense of hooking up with a more regional perspective or a larger community such as Chicago. We are unified by automobile, by television, and by other media, including social media. On the national level, we are tied to two things: The economy and the perceived foreign threats. The economy is a harsh reality for those without jobs. It is easy for those who have jobs to diminish the importance of jobs. But those who face mounting bills in a time of unemployment or underemployment desperation is the term most close to their mindsets.

Improving the job situation is best for the overall economy and for the individuals who find making ends meet a nearly impossible chore. It is easy to point fingers at others to help create jobs, but all of us have some input, no mater how small, directly or indirectly to the mindset and job situation. What will the historians say in 10, 20, or, 30 years time about our economic and job situation. The answer for most is to keep plugging away. There are many in the country who are not negatively affected by the economic and job situation. A little understanding of the relative plight and relative strength is important. As is the case most of the time one size does not fit all. On the international front, it must be said that it is about time we pulled out of Iraq and invading nearly eight years ago. Is Iraq better off than it was prior to our occupation? It is difficult to tell from so many miles away. Is the U.S. better off? It would appear unlikely with the drain on the U.S. Treasury with no immediate evidence.

No welcome sign for Identity Ecosystem November 4, 2011 Dear editor; I read with alarm John W. Whitehead's column in The Voice September 29, 2011 regarding the Barack Obama administration's "Identity Ecosystem" proposal to track down subscribers to American-based Internet providers. The ingenuous name of this proposal, although certainly concocted by first-rate propagandists, should not throw us off the scent of its Orwellian nature. Mr. Whitehead is correct in identifying all corporate shills, whether Republican, Democrat, or perhaps under some new populist party, nom de plume, united in their attempt to destroy Internet anonymity. It is the basis for the future of democracy, if there will be such a future. Having studied the issues of information security equally on a managerial and a technical level, I can say most of those with my level of knowledge work for the very corporations who are now trying to take control of the Internet. Nevertheless, many of us do not. Jerry Rubin, under

the black flag of anarchy at the 1968 Chicago Democratic Convention, and six other Chicago 7 defendants were maliciously prosecuted for being responsible for what former governor Otto Kerner of Illinois identified as a riot by the members of the Chicago Police Department acting under color of law. Rubin did raise the yippie banner, the most radical demand of which was free Internet access

Trade Center buildings, and other structural damage caused by the planes, missiles, bombs, or whatever they were. This information is documented in the first chapter of just about any book on information security, including the Pfleegers'. The point is that the Internet is international, and no law to harass Americans into providing their fingerprints every time they sign on

READERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S VOICE to everyone. Whether Rubin in his new Silicon Valley billionaire incarnation still supports such principles, the idea of freedom of information was incipient in the birth of the Internet and the design of its language, and lives on in Cloud technology, as well as open source software design. The tragic loss of human life on September 11, 2001 notwithstanding, far more financial damage was inflicted by al Quaida viral attacks against corporate information networks on that date than in the destruction of the World

to the Internet is going to hurt anyone else. For the information of the geniuses who came up with "Identity Ecosystem," we already have digital signatures, in the form of public key infrastructure (PKI) which is the basis for the VeriSign padlock we see whenever we log on to a secure Website using https protocol. Without detailing the thousands of calculations that occur between the server computer and the consumer computer to create a secure transaction in which it is eminently safe to provide your credit card information,

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the detail worth pointing out here is that the security key is originally asymmetric, meaning that the only party who is securely identified is the corporate server. Companies do business in this manner because that is how they want to do business: With anonymous shoppers who only identify themselves when they make a purchase using anything other than money. If this system were hackable, the entire world financial structure would collapse, and the aims of the multiple September 11, 2001 viral attacks would be realized. We already do secure business on the Internet. We may, for a nominal sum, obtain personal signatures from PKI, and use them whenever we wish to ensure that our own identities are vouchsafed. Thank you anyway, Mr. Obama, but no, we do not need a new police-state style security identification system for Americans who use the Internet. Timothy Beushausen Aurora Have an issue on your mind? Send your letter to us at: 314 N. Lake St., Suite 2 Aurora, IL 60506 or community@thevoice.us

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CrossFit On the Move program holds veterans accountable Toby Watson, 30, is an ex-army captain who visited CNN recently to explain and promote “CrossFit On the Move” an exercise program that empowers its members to build better bodies and better communities. Watson said: “These members are people just like you, and you are one step away from being in the best shape of your life!” It may be hard for many of us to understand what former military men and women go through when they return from wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. They have gone through rigorous physical training after unforgettable tragedies in losing friends and associates, plus being scared of losing their own lives or limbs which could have happened any moment that they were overseas. Bo Emerson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution wrote the following: “Toby Watson came back home from the war and got fat. He had excuses: He was still eating the same high-calorie meals he

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Aurora Business United to meet The Aurora Business United is a group which has been meeting each month for more than two years. The group meets the first Friday in each month with a networking session at 8 a.m. and listening to speakers starting a 8:35 a.m.. Group members are encouraged to ask questions of the speakers. The next meeting will be Friday, Jan. 6 at Backthird Audio, 67 S. Stolp Avenue, in Aurora. Local artists have produced two Made in Aurora albums. New and interested representatives are welcome to attend. There are no dues and attendance is not mandatory. Sharing problems and getting acquainted are part of the monthly gathering. In recent months the group has been meeting at various sites, including the new Aurora Police Station, the Eola Branch Library, La Quinta de los Reyes, and Provena Mercy. Judd Lofchie is the moderator of the Aurora Business United. —Aurora Business United

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ate overseas, but he wasn’t working 12-hour days, wearing body armor all day or sweating in 120-degree Iraqi weather. And he was depressed. As a general’s aide he went to many memorial services. He lost members of his unit. And in another alltoo-familiar casualty of combat, he and his wife were divorced. “Ballooning up to 255 pounds, the 5-foot-11 Watson knew he needed to take some action. Because his boss in Iraq was deputy commander of the Joint Special Operations Command, Watson had tried out the conditioning routines of the Rangers, Delta fighters and other specials forces troops, some of whom use CrossFit training techniques,” Emerson wrote. Watson said: “I wasn’t sure about it, the workout routines, which involve much squatting, jumping and juggling kettlebells. It looked silly. But it was effective.” Watson transferred to Fort Benning, and decided to start a CrossFit training class in his backyard. Watson said: "It woke me up to who I was, I went from being able to do no pull-ups to 30 or 40 and trimmed down to 190 pounds.” When he was transferred to Fort Gillem in Forest Park, he kept up the CrossFit training and invited kids from his West End neighborhood to work out, too. His business became CrossFit On the Move, because he had no permanent home. Emerson wrote: “A year ago Watson opened his first studio in the intown neighborhood just west of Oakland Cemetery, then added another in Alpharetta. In July, at the rank of captain, he

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Holiday Magic with Miss Merry Christmas, Jack Frost By Carter Crane The Christmas holiday season traditionally follows Thanksgiving Day closely. In communities around the Midwest, turning on the lights in the chilly air is a ceremony taken seriously, even with a wink. More than 1,000 observers and participants squeezed into plaza area outside of North Island Center in Aurora, across from the Paramount Theatre, last Friday, to partici-

pate in Holiday Magic, the city government’s welcome to Santa and the holidays. (See page 3 for expanded holiday happenings in many communities.) Singing carols, viewing live reindeer, consuming cookies and hot cocoa, and lighting the 38-foot Christmas tree at the plaza outside of the North Island Center were part of the annual event. Santa arrived on the Aurora fire truck from the Fire Department Museum and with him were Miss

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took terminal leave from the Army after 6 1-2 year's service, to devote himself to CrossFit full time. “A recent Saturday visit to the downtown gym, which is next-door to the funky art space Eyedrum, revealed a strip-mall storefront with industrialstyle rubber mats on the floor, pipe-railing bolted at various heights against one wall for pull-up bars, free weights and a selection of medicine balls and slam balls for different tossing and catching exercises. “On another wall is an achievement blackboard, where participants have chalked in their latest accomplishments. The participants test their progress by performing as many specific exercises as possible within one-minute windows, going from push-ups to hand-stand push-ups to dips to pull-ups, until they are limp with exhaustion. It is clear that some members are in better physical shape than others, but they seem to urge each other on. “‘I felt welcome from the get-go,’ said Helene McMullen, 42, a hairdresser from East Atlanta who has been taking CrossFit classes with Watson for just a few months. ‘It feels like a family.’ “McMullen said at her previous gym she'd arrive, put on her iPod, exercise and leave without speaking to anyone. But at CrossFit, everyone talks, headphones are not worn in our gym. “The group works together at other tasks. As a volunteer project, they walked to nearby Oakland Cemetery recently to help clean up brush and trash. On Veteran’s Day, 32 of his clients participated in a city-wide fundraiser for the Wounded Warrior Project, competing against other CrossFit gyms and raising $5,000 to help disabled soldiers. “Watson’s goal all along has been, more than just fitness. It's to build a healthy community. Then you have someone to hold you accountable," Emerson wrote. For more information: www.crossfitonthemove. com.

Merry Christmas and Jack Frost, the children selected by the readers of The Voice in a photo contest to turn on the Christmas tree. There was no parade this year, and the fireworks, because of extra expense, were canceled. The relatively clear, but chilly, evening, starting at 6 p.m., still allowed a large crowd

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even better yet... Christmas tree lights were turned on all over the country last weekend. In Aurora, Jack Frost and Miss Merry Christmas, with help from alderman at-large Robert O’Conner, flipped the switch for the Christmas tree to the delight of many. Below, Aurora mayor Tom Weisner posed at the City Council after the winners were announced for the photo contest in The Voice, Chase Bradford and Airis Kennedy. The Voice/Jason Crane

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A fond trip to the past: The new year of 1929

King Winter in Aurora made herself known with ice and snow on New Year’s Eve, according to The Beacon headline, January 1, 1929. A blinding snowstorm and a tobogganing thermometer made trips to the family coal bin frequent. The softly falling flakes made New Year’s Eve a beautiful sight, but treacherous for drivers who went into Chicago to celebrate. Winter sports enthusiasts might have worn corduroy trousers with matching sockettes. A striking combination for snow sports consisted of white gabardine trousers and woolly sweaters in rose and white with matching caps. Another Patou creation was a velvet skirt providing “picturesque foil for a flame-colored sweater and accessories with frivolous brass buttons.” In response to The Beacon column, “Today’s Question,” which had asked what the biggest improvement in Aurora was during the year just past, responses included the new bridge project, the erection of the new school on the West Side to replace the burned-out Todd School, the new sewer

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Jo Fredell Higgins system and the completion of the Leland Hotel. At the C.W. Marshall Company Grocery on Downer Place, home deliveries six times daily could have brought fresh baked raisin bread, early Ohio potatoes at 85¢/bushel sack, Wisconsin peas for 13¢ a can or Three Tea Garden Orange Marmalade for $1.. A quart jar of dill pickles cost 35¢. Marshall’s carried fresh fish including salmon, trout, haddock and oysters. For entertainment you could strut your stuff to the hot tunes of Falleti’s Orchestra or the Red Hot Hottentots at the Aurora Armory. One could see “We Fall Down” with Laurel & Hardy at the Paramount. At the Strand, you could enjoy “The

King Winter: Winter snow can provide a park bench with a different appearance, whether 1929 or 2012. Jo Fredell Higgins photo

Goodbye Kiss” with vaudevillian Johny Burke. Children’s admission was 10¢ and adults had to pay a quarter. This was the 1929 era of Pyrene tire chains, frocks of transparent velvet, the old-fashioned mustard plaster, mahogany spinet desks, inlaid linoleums, Kwiksolve granualar household soap. A cheerful room with running hot and cold water could be rented at the Hotel Bishop on River Street at $1. a day. This was the 100th anniversary of the first typewriter, advertised as being able to “Print almost as fast as one could write with an ordinary pen.” Coventry Patmore wrote that “The Winter comes. The frozen rut is bound with silver bars.” That new year found Al Jolson singing “Liza” in the aisle while his wife, Ruby Keeler, tap danced in her first role in “Showgirl.” The Museum of Modern Art was founded in New York City. The radio show “Amos ‘n Andy” was becoming popular. It was the age of the car with a marked increase in red and green stoplights, one-way streets, stop signs, parking regulations and traffic. At least 32,000 speakeasies thrived in New York City alone, all promising no danger from “jake-foot” aka disguised authorities. Several men, dressed as police told the Bugs Moran gang in Chicago to “put your noses to the wall,” and then sprayed them with bullets in the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. A comment on contemporary mores was this newspaper statement: “If love has come to be less often a sin, it has also come to be less often a supreme privilege.” Now, dear reader, we begin the new year 2012. The world has changed a great deal. Computers now dictate our lives, not typewriters. Radio shows, infrequently of consequence, no longer carry the weight of eight decades ago. Fashion has become less pretty and more androgynous. Coal bins are relegated to the past and so are the six-daily grocery deliveries by the neighborhood grocer. But, still in all, it is a wonderful time to be alive. So rejoice in the new year. Celebrate. Another Chicago Winter is upon us. Go ahead and snuggle. Enjoy the English walnuts and sliced apples before the roaring fire. May the new year bring great happiness and good health.

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• Saturdays, January 7 through February 11 • noon to 1 p.m. Inline and Quad Skating Lessons Participants can sign up at the Vaughan Athletic Center for inline and quad skating lessons at the Aurora Skate Center. Vaughan Athletic Center, 2121 W. Indian Trail. For more information call 630-907-9600. • January 13-15 “Cats” Andrew Lloyd Weber’s musical theater phenomenon Cats, based on T.S. Eliot’s timeless literary classic, will come to life. The Jellicle cats are celebrating at the Jellicle Ball, hoping to take a journey to the Heaviside layer. The show includes the hit song Memory and many other toe-tapping tunes. Singing, dancing, fantastic makeup designs and truly unique costumes can make this a purr-fect performance to see. Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue. For more information and ticket information call 630-859-8606.

• Saturday, Jan. 14 • 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Family Shoreline Ice Fishing Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road. For more information call 630.892.1550 • January 19 and February 16 • 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Home Seminars Promote Energy Efficiency workshop The workshops can provide residents with information to help reduce their home energy costs, increase comfort and maintain the structural integrity of their home. The program is part of the city’s Aurora GreenWorks Community Education Workshop series and is funded by an U.S. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block federal stimulus grant. January 19: Aurora Police Department, 1200 E. Indian Trail Road; February 16: Fred Rodgers Community Center, 501 College Avenue. Attendance at the seminars is free, but pre-registration is requested. For more information and to register call Karen Zilly 630-256-3323. • Thursday, Jan. 19 • 7 p.m. to 9 .m.

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Beekeeping 101 Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road. For more information call 630-892-1550. • Through January 28 A Celebration of Souls: Day of the Dead in Southern Mexico Mexicans prepare for the celebration for weeks in advance, by decorating altars in honor of the deceased. The 26 stunning photographs in A Celebration of Souls: Day of the Dead in Southern Mexico show villagers immersed in all aspects of the celebration. The exhibit will include artifacts from the Schingoethe Collection and an altar created by Aurora University Latino students. Schingoethe Center For Native Americans

Cultures, Aurora University Dunham Hall, Randall Road at Marseillaise Place. For more information call 630-844-7843.

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Notices for the United Auto Workers Local 145 Here are meeting notices and other posted information for the United Auto Workers Local 145:

January meeting January 8 By membership action, the December membership meeting has been canceled. The January membership meeting will be held Sunday, Jan. 8, 2012. The meetings will be as follows: Executive Board – 11 a.m. Stewards – 12:30 p.m. Safety & civil rights committee – 1 p.m. Membership meeting – 2 p.m. Election Committee, Community Service Committee, Publicity Committee, Veterans’ Committee, and Women’s Committee will start after the membership meeting. All members are encouraged to attend.

Social media Jan. 10 Attention all United Auto Workers Local 145 members: Social media seminar Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011, has been postponed to January 10. United Auto Workers Local 145 cordially invites you to attend a social media seminar. Come to find out all you need to know about to-

day’s social media, what it is and what it does: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google. There will be three sessions: Third shift: 7:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.; second shift: 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.; and first shift: 3:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at Local 145 Union Hall, 1700 Oakton Road, Montgomery. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. We encourage all interested members to attend this informative seminar. No reservations are required. Nick Richards, Public Relations Committee chairman

New shirts have arrived An order has arrived for royal blue T-shirts with a map of Illinois and a large fist printed on the back. These are similar to the red Wisconsin shirts that some of the members have been wearing. They should arrive by the end of the month. We still have some black shirts with the multi-colored UAW logo, red shirts with the snake design and olive green shirts with the work hard design, but sizes are limited. They sell for $10.. The Community Service Committee and the Fox River Valley CAP Council have shirts for sale, for

$11., for their committee members. So if you’re one of their members, come and get a shirt to let others know of your involvement. Here’s a reminder of which colors to wear on which days: Monday, black; Tuesday, blue; Wednesday, red; Thursday, your choice; and Friday, green. We still have plenty of the yellow UAW Local 145 static stickers with a blue logo and can holders in various colors for $1.each. Local 145 sew-on patches sell $4.and $8. and all baseball caps, black or red, are $10.. Stop at the hall to purchase products made in the USA and show your union pride.

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The Local 145 Retiree Chapter extends an invitation to all retirees and their spouses to attend our monthly meeting held at the Union Hall on the first Thursday of every month. The meeting will start at noon with a catered lunch followed by a business meeting. Bingo is played after the meeting. The next luncheon and meeting will be Thursday, Jan. 5. The Local 145 Executive Board will meet at the Union Hall at 10:30 a.m.. Curt Simmons, Retiree chapter chairman

Election Committee meeting Jan. 8 to fill resignation By Mark Patton, president, Joe Morel, Unit 1 chairman, Dusty McCance, vice president, United Auto Workers Local 145 (A team report) Brothers and sisters; We would like to wish everyone a happy New Year. If one of your resolutions for the New Year is to be more involved with your union, you can begin this Sunday, Jan. 8. Membership Meeting

will start at 2 p.m., Union Stewards will meet at 12:30 p.m.. All members in good standing are encouraged to attend and be an active participant in the direction of their union. What a great way to start the New Year! Bargaining chairman of Unit #4 resigns We regret to inform you that bargaining chairman of Unit #4 Tom Walz has resigned from his position. Due to personal reasons, Tom has decided to step down. Tom has agreed to fulfill his role

as chairman until an election can be held. Tom has done an outstanding job as chairman of Unit #4 and will be missed. We wish him all the best in his endeavors and hope he remains involved. Special Election Committee meeting There will be a special meeting of the Election Committee immediately following the Membership meeting Sunday, Jan. 8. The purpose of this meetSee page 7

Winners of Children’s Coloring Contest receive nice prizes At this year's Local 145 Children's Christmas Party a contest was held to see which child could color the best snowman picture. There were several entries in each of four age groups: 2 and 3 years; 4, 5, and 6 years; 7, 8 and 9 years; and 10, 11, and 12 years. The child's name, age, and relationship to a Local 145 member were

written on the back of each picture. The artwork was displayed in the Union Hall and the membership voted for their favorites at the Members' Christmas Party the following week. The pictures that received the highest number of votes in each group were declared the winners. The winners received a Christmas stocking

filled with lots of goodies and a gift card from Target. The four winners were: • 10 - 12 years - Kyleigh Sickler, age 11, daughter of Keith Sickler; • 7 - 9 years, Annabelle Moore, age 7, daughter of Dan Moore; • 4 - 6 years, Yaretzi Dominguez, 5, daughter of Ervey Dominguez.

• 2 - 3 years, Gavin Stojonic, age 3, cousin of Heather Schwartz. Thanks to all the children who participated and congratulations to the winners. The remaining pictures will be put in the file, if you would like to pick up your child's picture. Dusty McCance Recreation Committee chairman

Three winners of the Children’s Coloring Contest include, from left, Kyleigh Sickler, Annabelle Moore, and Yaretzi Dominguez.

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Six pillars listed to help create and to keep jobs By John Bogucki, president, and Jim Myer, bargaining chairman United Auto Workers Local 2096 Region 4 (A team report) We hope everyone had a good holiday and will have a better year than the last. AFL-CIO’s six pillars to create and keep jobs • Rebuild America’s schools, transportation, and energy systems. • Revive U.S. manufacturing and stop exporting good jobs overseas. • Put people to work doing work that needs to be done. • Help federal, state, and local governments avoid more layoffs and cutbacks of public employees. • Help fill the massive shortfall of consumer demand by extending unemployment benefits and keeping homeowners in their homes. • Reform Wall Street so that it helps Main Street create jobs. The solutions proposed must be on the same scale as the problems we face. Half measures will not put America back to work, nor will keeping the same old Wall Street economic policies that drove our economy into the ground in the first place work. Retirees In 2011 we had 43 members retire, including Al Mehn and Frank Matsko: In January Sandy Wagner, Ken Crawford, Dale Rients, Rahn Schramm, Jeff Johnson, Jim Jirus, Kirk Scott, Clarence Cherveny Sam Stephens, Gary Dalke, Roger Hebling, Dave Hoerner, Don Griswald, Andy Blasko, Gary Dalke, Charlie Klein, Mike Landers, Jack Rasmus, Randy Kakara, Janeen Kilpatrick, Bruce Simpson, Steve Hinz,

Ed Romanowski, Steve Hammond, Richard Alltop, Bert Hobbs, John Mollenbeck, Steve Hornyak, Marv Bactold, Oscar Saines, James Zaccaro, Michael Lehaney, Phil Nourie, Steve Park, Jim Anderson, Larry Haupt, Jeff Bertrand, Robert Lutz, Rodney White, Steve Martuzzo, Gary Miller, Ron Pullian, Bardell Shelton and John Ruff. This brings total members who retired in Pontiac to 478. We would like to congratulate all of you and wish you a long, healthy retirement. Remember to stay in touch with us, and your UAW Local 2096 retire chapter meets the third Wednesday of the month at Pontiac Family Kitchen. If you have any question feel free an give us a call at 815-842-3289. Thank you John Bogucki and Larry Stine thank the E-board, the Bargaining Committee, and Dale Wessel for the name plaques we have on our desks. New hires The company informed us last Thursday that at least 10 new hires would be starting January 9. Hopefully this is the start of good things to come. We have a long way to go to get back up over 700. We have 567 active members at Cat.. AWOL We are having problems with some members being AWOL. The following is what you have to do in order not to get caught up in an AWOL situation. You have to call in and have approval to be absent from work. AWOL is when an employee is absent from work for more than three consecutive days without proper notice and approval. You will be considered absent without leave and subject to termina-

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tion of employment. Employees responsibilities: • To call into the absent hotline; • Notify their supervisor or the medical department to obtain approval for any absences of three or more consecutive days. It’s important to follow these guidelines. Union representation If for any reason you are called to a meeting with your supervisor, superintendent, or H.R. representative ask for union representation! This applies for supplemental employees, as well. If you are denied Union representation, contact the Union Hall A.S.A.P. at 815-842-3289, and give us your details. Thanks. Contact the Union Hall If you are on medical, Worker’s Compensation, family leave, military duty, or if you recently have retired or separated, please contact the dues office with this information. This will be of great assistance to the Local in order to keep our records accurate and current. It will help keep records for you, if needed. If you are sick you need to contact your supervisor, not just use the callin system at Caterpillar. It takes notification and approval. Hall hours We will not always be able to man the Union Hall five days per week. In an effort to ensure someone is at the hall for first shift we will be manning the hall before first shift each Wednesday and after first shift each Monday. We will try to post the hours in The Voice every week. If no one is at the Union Hall, please leave a message. We will be checking messages continuously. We are sorry for

any inconvenience. Thank you! • Weekends, leave a message. • Monday, Jan. 9, Larry Stine, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. • Tuesday, Jan. 10, leave a message. • Wednesday, Jan. 11, Bryan Nelson, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. • Thursday, Jan. 12, Sean Shelton, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. • Friday, Jan. 13, leave a message. • Weekends, leave a message. • Monday, Jan. 16, Larry Stine, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. • Tuesday, Jan. 17, leave a message. • Wednesday, Jan. 18, Jim Myer, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. • Thursday, Jan. 19, John Bogucki, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. • Friday, Jan. 20, leave a message. • Weekends, leave a message. We will be in and out to check on messages. Again, we apologize for any inconvenience. Condolences We would like to apologize when we miss recognizing the loss of a loved one. If you know of someone, please let us know so we can get it in The Voice. Upcoming events • The next monthly membership meeting of UAW Local 2096, will be Sunday, Jan. 8, 1:30 p.m. at the Union Hall. The Executive Board will meet at the Union Hall at 11:30 a.m.. • The next monthly retiree meeting will be held at Pontiac Family Kitchen Wednesday, Jan. 18, at 9:30 a.m.. • Phil Bareck will be at the Union Hall Tuesday, Jan. 10 from 10 a.m. through 4:30 p.m..

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ing is to select a chairman and co-chairman and to schedule an election for the office of bargaining chairman of Unit #4. All members of the Election Committee should plan to attend this meeting. International Union bylaws changes The majority of the bylaws changes have been approved by the International Union and will be

enforced as such. All officers and committee members will be expected to attend all meetings related to their office and/or committee or be excused from such meetings by the president or committee chairman. We fully understand that things come up and unforeseen circumstances arise and you may be excused, but failure to attend or to call is unac-

ceptable. Those who do not fulfill their obligations should expect to be removed from their offices or committee positions, whichever the case may be. Only when we move together as one can we expect to improve. We look forward to working with each and every one of you in this New Year. In Solidarity

Occupy Chicago organizer guest speaker at Kendall County meeting Ryan Metz, one of the lead organizers of Occupy Chicago, spoke at the Kendall County Democrats' monthly meeting Monday, Dec. 19, at the Montgomery County Police Department, 10 Civic Center Avenue, Montgomery. Ryan gave a poignant and informative talk about the Occupy movement and answered questions. It was a great opportunity for everyone who attended to learn more about Occupy Chicago. In his speech, Ryan said, “The Oc-

cupy Movement is inspired by the idea that monied interests, be they large corporations or the very rich, have accrued so much political power that the rest of us don’t have a voice in how we are governed; that the system of governance in this country was developed by and serves them, and that this influence has led to historic levels of economic inequality, inequity, and suffering among our people. “We believe that the rich and powerful have been destroying the mid-

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dle class and turning the rest of us into a cheap pool of labor in the name of ever greater profits.” Ryan's speech can be viewed in it's entirety on the KCDCC Facebook website. Special thanks to Martin Mudd for his presentation of Bankers Life and Casualty Company, and to attendees Chris Benson and Tom Ganiere Senate candidates for the 38th District. For more information on Occupy Chicago visit www.occupychi.org and

Facebook page Occupy Chicago. For more information about the KCDCC, monthly meetings, events, elections, and general information, visit www.kendall-democrats.org, Kendall County Democrats on Facebook, or contact KCDCC chairman Chuck Sutcliff at csutcliff@kendall-democrats.org or 630-207-1124. The KCDW events can be found on Facebook and at www.kendallcountydemocraticwomen.org. —Kendall County Democrats

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Bottled water reflects a desperate problem First of a three-part series While sitting in the pharmacy section at Costco waiting for my prescription to be processed, I was amazed to see the amount of grocery carts that were overflowing with bottled water. Most of us are aware of the damaging affect that plastic bottles are having on our environment, but are we as aware of the damaging effects of the water in the bottles? Probably not! The documentary “FLOW” hopes to open your eyes to the dire state of the world's water supply. The film states that water and sanitation problems cause more casualties worldwide than any war claims through guns. Irena Salina's award-winning documentary investigates what experts label the most important political and environmental issue of the 21st Century: The world water crisis. The film mainly focuses on developing nations and the corporate takeover of water systems in those countries. In Cochabamba, Bolivia, we see footage of the water wars, which erupted after the privatization of the municipal water system. Salina builds a case against the growing privatization of the world's dwindling fresh water supply with an unflinching focus on politics, pollution, human rights, and the emergence of a domineering world water cartel. Interviews with scientists and activists intelligently reveal the rapidly building crisis, at both the global and human scale, and the film introduces many of the governmental and corporate culprits behind the water grab, while begging the question "Can anyone really own water?” FLOW gives viewers a look at the individuals and institutions providing practical solutions to the water crisis and those developing new technologies, which are fast becoming blueprints for a successful global and economic turnaround. In Africa, we see families being uprooted from their homes so that a huge expensive dam can

has 10, but with the way they're building golf courses, they could reduce it to five,” Barlow writes. After viewing the film you definitely will leave One thinking of water as the precious resource that it is. The directors urge viewers to sign the United Donna Crane Nations petition that would make access to clean drinking water a basic human right. Notes from a presentation by Tony Clarke, Dibe built to control the flow of water. In India, the rector, Polaris Institute, Canada. threat of water privatization looms. “In North America, bottled water companies The filmmakers make the argument that the like Nestlé Waters have been able to secure conprivatization of fresh water is unethical. Water is a trol over underground aquifers and streams by basic human need, a fundamental taking advantage of an archaic right, and that the privatization of patch work of regulatory regimes. water systems would mean deciOne of these is called the “rule of sions based on profit rather than capture.” According to this law, sustainability in a community. The ground water is the private propdirector wants you to think of water erty of the owner of the overlying as a commodity that's as precious land and they have the right to as oil, and they refer to water as capture the ground water beneath blue gold. their land. It is known as the ‘law Maude Barlow, an activist who of the biggest pump’ because is featured in the film, has written the landowner with the largest a book entitled “Blue Gold,” which pumping capacity can dry up the stresses the need to fight against the adjoining landowner’s well. corporate takeover of water systems. “In Michigan, the initial battle Whoever controls water, has power. lines were drawn around the zonBartlow writes: “But before ing changes that were required in flowthefilm.com Mecosta County, and neighboring you think the issue is far-removed from our well-hydrated land, reOsceola County, to allow Nestlé’s member, we actively contaminate our water state- to build its water bottling operation. In June and Auside with pharmaceuticals, industrial pollutants, gust 2001, referendums were held in both Mecosta and other junk. and Osceola Counties, and rezoning was rejected by “Though our tap water is pretty regulated, we a 2-to-1 margin. insist on buying bottled water (in one particularly “In October 2002, a judge ruled that while troubling tale, Nestle is selling Michigan water Nestlé had the right to pump water on a reasonback to citizens of the state in bottles for a fee).” able use basis, the company’s water withdrawal Barlow and Tony Clarke refer to the bottled water has harmed, or is likely to harm, the community industry one of the fastest-growing and least regu- residents and the environment. lated industries in the world. “Nestle appealed this decision and, in November “California has 20 years of water left, Arizona 2003, the Michigan Circuit Court upheld the lower court and “…ordered the company that produces Ice Mountain bottled water to halt all water withdrawals in Mecosta County.” But, in December 2003, Nestlé won an emergency reprieve to continue pumping spring water until its appeal of the circuit court ruling has been heard and decided. Continued next week

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Hasselback Potatoes Ingredients 4 (8 ounce) baking potatoes 2 tablespoons butter, melted salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh Romano cheese 1 tablespoon seasoned dry bread crumbs Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. 2. Peel the potatoes, and place in bowl of cold water to prevent browning. Place potatoes into a large wooden or metal spoon. Using a sharp knife, make slices across the potato the short way about 1/8 to 1/4 inch apart, making sure to cut down to the lip of the spoon, not all the way through the potato. The slices should stay connected at the bottom, and the spoon helps keep the depth even. Return the potato to the bowl of

water, and proceed with the remaining potatoes. 3. When all of the potatoes are cut, place them cut side up in a shallow baking dish or small roasting pan. Drizzle with half of the butter, then season with salt and pepper. 4. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from the oven, and drizzle with the remaining butter. Sprinkle Romano cheese and bread crumbs onto the tops of the potatoes, and season with a little more salt and pepper. Return to the oven, and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until nicely browned. Yield: 4 servings

A Three Year Old At Christmas What’s happening? I know that something’s in the air. I feel it…something that I do not want to miss. Whatever, I am sure that they will want to share, But, Oh!, I know I must find out what’s doing this. Hey, wait a minute! Wasn’t this done long ago? When Mom got busy busy, shunting me aside, Until, at last, she had the whole downstairs aglow, And Dad was doing something with some lights outside? That’s it! That’s when they took me to that neat old store, Where I was led up to this old man with a beard. I still don’t understand what all the fuss was for, And when he got me laughing, everybody cheered. I understand a lot more now, and understand A lot more than you might imagine, so I’m sure I’ll find out what it is that makes this time so grand, And why so many people cling to its allure. Right here and now, however, I am going to find A way to be a part of what is being done. I know I like the feeling—it’s the bestest kind, So, given that, I’m not about to miss the fun! © Richard Williams 2011

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Discussion Thursday of last week in Aurora’s Copley Theatre in North Island Center revolved around Postal Service’s closing facilities. From left, USPS district manager Peter Allen, Aurora mayor Thomas Weisner, and APWU member Doug Griswold. Jason Crane/The Voice

USPS facilities from page 1 post offices and other retail facilities for possible closure this year. Currently there are 487 mail processing facilities but the proposed cuts would lower the number of processing facilities to less than 200 by 2013 and first class mail would go from next day to a two-to-three-day service standard. At a December 29 USPS public meeting held at the Copley Theatre in Aurora to discuss the area mail processing (AMP) feasibility study. Some information was presented, but many who attended questioned and criticized the true accuracy of the research. The study was initiated to evaluate the transfer of mail processing operations from the Fox Valley P&DC (Processing Distribution Center) to the South Suburban P&DC which is 27 miles from Fox Valley in Bedford Park. According to a December 13 USPS release, the

The Whoppers of 2011 big! Despite what you may have heard in 2011 here are The Whoppers of 2011 in brief: • The new health care law won’t cost many jobs and they’ll be poorly paying jobs at that. • Republicans aren’t proposing to end Medicare and Democratic senator Ron Wyden has signed on to a modified version of the GOP plan. Most of the millionaires who would pay higher tax rates under a Democratic proposal aren’t job-creating small-business owners. • President Barack Obama’s mother didn’t really fight to get health insurance coverage as she was dying. And there was plenty more spin and deception in 2011. Obama claimed he pays a lower tax rate than a teacher. • Michele Bachmann endorsed a claim that HPV vaccine causes mental retardation. • Joe Biden claimed rapes quadrupled in Flint, Mich., after police layoffs. That’s just some of the nonsense we debunked. Get ready for more whoppers in the presidential election year that has started. — Factcheck.org

initial results of the study support the business case for consolidation. This study, currently in review at United States Postal Service headquarters and its area office, is subject to change. In a December 23 press release, the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) which is an independent federal agency found that the RAOI (Retail Access Optimization Initiative) was not designed to optimize the network. According to Ruth Goldway, chairman of the PRC, “The Commission was unanimous in expressing its concern that the Postal Service’s plan did not and could not, because of lack of data and analysis, determine the facilities most likely to serve the greatest number, reduce the greatest costs, or enhance the potential for growth or stability in the system. We agree that the Postal Service access network should be rightsized but found that the RAOI was not the proper approach to meet that goal.”

The meeting was a follow-up to the June 2010 meeting on the same topic at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove. At the open microphone at the December 29 meeting some of the comments were as follows: “A few years ago we saw Congress bail out Wall Street. Aren’t we too big to fail?” asked Linda Turney national business agent at APWU (American Postal Workers Union). “Today is Thursday between Christmas and New Year’s. Why are we having a meeting this week? It looks like you’re trying to slip this under the sheets,” was another question Turney asked of Peter Allen United States Postal Service district manager for Illinois. According to Allen they were advised they all must be done by December 30. See page 14

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More than 30 World War II veterans who reside at Independence Village retirement community in Naperville were given a “Welcome Home” recently from groups including Operation Welcome You Home, Warriors’ Watch Riders, Fox Valley Marines Detachment #1233, Christian Motorcyclists Association. Goody bags, American Flags, awards, and cake were given out along with much applause and thanks. Jason Crane/The Voice

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Aurora Navy League meeting January 17 open to the public You do not need to be a member of the Aurora Navy League to attend the meeting. The general public is welcome. The Navy League is a civilian organization started by president Teddy Roosevelt to provide civilian support for the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, and Sea Cadets. The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its monthly dinner meeting Tuesday, Jan. 17. The meeting will be held in the private dining room at the rear, east side, of Grandma's Table Restaurant, 1700 Douglas Road, Montgomery, just north of Route 30. A reception will begin at 5:15 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m.. The dinner includes a choice of Recycling old CDs into colorful junk art have benefits, especially on sleepless nights. Joe Hornyan photo

three entrees, fish, chicken, or beef, soup or salad, dinner rolls, vegetables, dessert, and nonalcoholic drink. The cost is $17 all-inclusive. Alcoholic drinks can be purchased separately. The after dinner speaker will be Lieutenant Commander Steve Michaels, USN, who will speak and present slides on "My Recent Year in Afghanistan." LCDR Steven Michaels grew up on the Southeast side of Chicago and attended Northwestern University and the Illinois Institute of Technology where he earned a graduate degree (MSEE) in engineering. His civilian employer is Northrop Grumman Corp.. He is the commanding officer of NR SurgeMain Minneapolis. His parents are Ger-

ald and Rose Michaels of St. John, Ind. and his brother, John, resides with his wife, Kathy, in Cedar Lake, Ind.. LCDR Michaels returned from Operation Enduring Freedom, Kabul, Afghanistan in September 2010 and currently resides in Hoffman Estates with his wife, Carol, and their dog, Esther. The Aurora Council is having a membership drive, and will pay half of the first year's dues for new members. This is an excellent opportunity to attend an interesting event, and determine whether you would like to join permanently. Call Leonard Wass with any questions about this event at: 630-554-9386.

Aurora Township trustees meetings listed Here is the Aurora Township 2012 Board meeting schedule: Regular Meetings of the Board of

Going Green with colorful junk art display By Joe Hornyan Go Green! Here is a way to recycle CDs and DVDs into very colorful junk art. I have been making different variations of these displays for about 10 years and I have my largest and best, with 88 CDs, or, 44 pairs, back to back. The CDs are connected with fishline swivels placed in a window facing the sun. It will show colors and if the angle of the sun is right, you will see rainbow colors on the wall. If the window is open with a good breeze, the unit will rotate and reflect white disks on the walls and ceiling to make the room look like a discotheque. This can be done with an electric fan and lights. I live on the fifth floor of an apartment complex and there is a 12-foot lamp in the yard that shines into my bedroom window with the unit facing out. The yard light reflects on the ceiling above my head when I am in bed. If I have trouble trying to sleep, I’ll turn on the fan and the disco effect is very tranquilizing. Good night!

Trustees of Aurora Township 2012 will be held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, except as noted below, at 4 p.m. in the first floor conference room at the Aurora Township main office, 80 North Broadway, Aurora. In April, the first regular meeting of the month will be held Tuesday, April 10, at 5 p.m. prior to the Annual Meeting of Electors. In November, the regular meetings will be held Thursday, Nov. 8, and Tuesday, Nov. 20, each at 4 p.m.. In December, the regular meetings will be held Thursday, Dec. 6 and Thursday, Dec. 20, each at 4 p.m.. The Annual Meeting of Electors of Aurora Township will be held the

second Tuesday of April at 6 p.m. as in all Illinois townships, with the location and agenda to be determined at a future regular Board meeting. The regular meeting schedule for 2012 is as follows: Thursday, Jan. 12; Thursday, Jan. 26; Thursday, Feb. 9; Thursday, Feb. 23; Thursday, March 8; Thursday, March 22; Tuesday, April 10; Thursday, April 26; Thursday, May 10; Thursday, May 24; Thursday, June 14; Thursday, June 28; Thursday, July 12; Thursday, July 26; Thursday, Aug. 9; Thursday, Aug. 23; Thursday, Sept. 13; Thursday, Sept. 27; Thursday, Oct. 11; Thursday, Oct. 25; Thursday, Nov. 8; Tuesday, Nov. 20; Tuesday, Dec. 6; Thursday, Dec. 20.

Aurora Boys Baseball 2012 BOYS BASEBALL OF AURORA REGISTRATION FORM (8-12 YRS OLD)

Registration: Bring proof of birth to Johno’s Main Surplus, 65 E. Downer Place in Aurora on or prior to March 25. Fees: Boys Baseball of Aurora will hold an opening day sign up weekend February 18 and February 19 when the fee for everyone will be $70.00. Beginning February 20 through March 25, our standard fee of $80.00 per boy will be in effect. Beginning March 26, a “late” fee of $10.00 will be added to the registration fee. Booster Tickets will be provided to each boy that they can sell to help defray the cost of registration. Eligibility: Any boy who will attain the age of eight (8) before May 1, 2012 and who will not attain the age of thirteen (13) before May 1, 2012 shall be eligible to compete in Aurora Boys Baseball. Boys from all areas in Aurora and immediate surrounding areas may apply. Returning players: All returning players who are staying on the same team are required to register. Boys who are moving into the majors from the minors must register & try out. Tryouts: Will be held at West High School Fieldhouse on April 1, 2012. ***ONLY NEW PLAYERS OR THOSE MOVING FROM MINORS TO MAJORS ARE REQUIRED TO TRY OUT. Uniforms: Player will receive a T-Shirt/Jersey, Pants, Ball Cap, & Socks. Spikes, ball glove, & bat are player’s responsibility.

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Double benefit derived: Going solar and buying American By Roger Simmermaker Every now and then, I’m asked why I sometimes write about companies that have less than 100% American content in their products. It’s a very good question, and I have an answer that is equally as good. In some product categories, it’s not possible to find products that are 100% made in USA, or certain models or products in a company line that are completely made here would be out of reach to consumers with lower income levels. For example, New Balance only makes about 30% of its shoes in the USA, and only a fraction of those are 100% made in USA, which can cost more than $200. a pair. So why mention New Balance at all? Because their competition, American-owned Nike, German-owned Adidas, Germanowned Reebok, and Italian-owned Fila, make absolutely no shoes in the United States. But it’s not about shoes right now. It’s about another category where only one brand is assembled in the USA. Solar Goose LED flashlights, a product of U.S.based Solar LED Innovations (SLI), are patented and assembled in America with as many Americansourced parts as possible. All assembly and packaging of their flashlights is done in Thorndale, Pa. by Handi-Crafters (www.handi-crafters.org), an organization providing employment for those with employment barriers. Most Solar Goose products contain more than 50% U.S. materials. By providing work for Americans with developmental disabilities, not only does

SLI help keep Americans employed, it helps keep the most unemployable employed, thus lessening the tax burden on all of us. You’ll want to check out the Solar Goose LED flashlights product page to see all of their American-assembled products, including one-watt, three-watt, and sevenLED flashlights, mirror inspection lights, and Adventure flashlight, which is ideal for camping, boating and hiking. By choosing Solar Goose LED flashlights, you’ll be making a choice that is much better for the environment. Each rechargeable and recyclable battery saves 1,000 disposable batteries from endingup in a landfill. You’ll save hundreds of dollars in the long run by not having to constantly purchase batteries, as each LED bulb lasts 100,000 hours. Solar Goose LED flashlights use recycled aluminum, too. By choosing Solar Goose LED flashlights, with battery technology that is both recyclable and rechargeable, you’ll have a product that can be charged up to 1,400 times! There is no fluid leakage, no heat emission, and low cell discharge, about two percent per month. Unfortunately, as is common in the electrical arena, some light products are imported, and these are noted in the product description on the Solar LED Innovations website, including the mini solar light, USB keyboard light, and the i-Phone/i-Pod solar charger. Solar LED Innovations is a U.S.-based compa-

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Affectionate Sammy seeks new shelter A local resident found sweet “Sammy” living on or under her porch. We all would like to see this very friendly and affectionate cat find an indoor home before the extreme cold sets in. Sammy must have been someone’s cat at one time, because he loves to be held and cuddled. He appears to be at least three to four yearsold. Sammy has beautiful light green eyes, which are striking against his long black coat. All of his vaccinations, FIV test, neuter, will be taken care of prior to adoption. If you are interested in giving Sammy a home please call Pet H.A.V.E.N. at 630-554-2190.

ny, and Solar Goose LED flashlights are the only solar flashlights you’ll find assembled in America, using 50% U.S. content. They’re better for American employment, better for the environment, and better for the wallet. Solar Goose LED flashlights are simply the way to go if you want to go solar and buy American as much as possible at the same time. Roger Simmermaker is the author of How Americans Can Buy American: The Power of Consumer Patriotism and writes "Buy American Mention of the Week" articles for WorldNetDaily.com and his website www.howtobuyamerican.com. Roger is a member of the Machinists Union, has been a frequent guest on Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC, and has been quoted in the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Business Week among many other publications.

Fundraiser forum Youth-led food drive Feb. 4, 2012 Those who seek to make a difference can transform Super Bowl weekend into the nation’s largest youth-led food drive! The drive will be the Saturday prior to the Super Bowl, February 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at various local grocery stores across the country. In Aurora call 630-896-4636 ext. 102. —Fox Valley United Way

Van Sickle Ford painting restoration The West Aurora High School Class of 1951 recently made a $400. initiating gift toward the restoration of four paintings by renowned artist Ruth Van Sickle Ford, a 1915 West graduate who later ran the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts. The paintings, which hang in the school library, are in need of cleaning, some repair from water damage and reframing to preserve each for the long term. The total cost of the restoration is $1,800.. Donations can be made through the A+ Foundation for West Aurora Schools’ Fund-A-Need program at aplusfoundation.org or by calling foundation director Nina Menis at 630-863-6613. —West Aurora School District 129

Children of veterans tuition waiver Children of Illinois veterans who are enrolled or have been accepted to any University of Illinois campus (Urbana-Champaign, Chicago, and Springfield) can now apply of the “Children of Veterans Tuition Waiver” according to State senator Chris Lauzen (R-Aurora). The completed applications must be returned by March 1, 2012. The waiver covers the cost of tuition for four consecutive years. The waiver is available to any natural or adopted child of a veteran who served in World War II, Korean Conflict, Vietnam Conflict, Southeast Asia Conflict, Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom. For more information on the Children of Veterans Tuition Waivers, call 630-264-2334 or visit www.osfa.uiuc.edu/aid/scholarships/ waivers_COV.html. —State senator Chris Lauzen

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Snowball is the name of the cartoon in the “Asa’s Dad” comic strip.

One project Gaiter pursues started in the funny pages When T. Gaiter was a boy growing up in the Cabrini-Green public housing development in Chicago, his mom taught him to read by using the funny papers. Now Gaiter, who goes by his last name, is the creator of an online comic strip called “Asa’s Dad” (asasdad.com), based on the antics of his youngest child. Comics have been a staple in Gaiter’s life. Not only did his mom teach him to read at age 4 through the newspaper comic page, she worked for a distributor that supplied comic books to stores such as Walgreens and Jewel food store. “She brought comic books home,” Gaiter said. “And I got a lot of comics from my grandfather when he passed. He got me into Batman, and at 39, I still like him because basically Batman shows that if you are really smart and work hard you can be a superhero if you want.” Gaiter wants to be a superhero. “I know Asa’s Dad is going to be really successful,” he said as he spread out the tools of his trade on a table in the West Branch of the Aurora Public Library. “I am dedicated to Asa’s Dad 110%. I have a businessman’s mind. I never went to college, but I’ve read plenty and seen the successes people have had. I’ve only been doing this for a year, and I have three production companies looking to turn Asa’s Dad into a Saturday morning cartoon. “I see Asa’s Dad getting there and I will keep pushing until it is there.” That kind of success is a long way from the projects, but Gaiter figures every moment of his life, from Cabrini-Green up until now, has worked together to give him the measure of success he already has had. “I lived in ‘the reds,’ as they were called back then,” Gaiter said. “If you lived in the projects, you knew exactly where ‘the reds’ were. And if you lived in the projects, the only way to be positive was to laugh.” So he started writing comics. In elementary school, he created the comic “Get Off” about kids who lived in the projects. His classmates loved it, but his teachers labeled it controversial. When he entered high school, Gaiter wanted to continue the strip in the school newspaper. But the school said no. After that, “life got in the way” of making comics, Gaiter said. He became a father at 17, and had four more children in subsequent years. And then, three years ago, along came number six, Asa. And as Asa grew, he infused his dad with a huge dose of inspiration. When Asa was 2, the online comic strip “Asa’s Dad” was born. “Asa’s Dad” actually is a combination of funny moments based on things all six of Gaiter’s kids did/are doing. Gaiter, who writes the strip, and Billy Barnette, who draws it, meet at the library’s West Branch in Aurora six days a week to brainstorm, write, draw, and bounce ideas off one another. Barnette began working with Gaiter six weeks

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ago when artist Eric Perez took some time off after the birth of his child. “Eric and I worked for another company where I was the primary writer for six comic books,” Gaiter said. “We were talking about our children and people wouldn’t believe some of the stories I told and someone said, ‘You guys need to start putting this down.’” Gaiter did some rough sketches and handed them over to Perez, who honed them. And bam! Asa was born in comic strip form. In the beginning, only one Asa’s Dad comic was posted per week. Now, comics are posted three times a week. January is the kickoff month for four posts per week. “I like doing more (comic strips per week), because it gives me more storytelling, which I love,” Gaiter said. “All the stuff is real events that I see with my own kids or stuff I remember doing myself.” Both Gaiter and Barnette live in Aurora, so meeting at the West Branch of the Aurora Public Library is convenient for them. They plan to be in a downtown Aurora office early this year, but in the meantime have found the library works perfectly for them. They meet there six times per week. They are working on a poster to present to the West Branch as a thank you for the opportunity to meet at the library so frequently. “As Gaiter has brought in more talent (six artists have had a hand creating Asa so far), we want to grow beyond just Asa’s Dad,” Barnette said. “Ultimately we’d like to be a company that’s putting

Billy Barnett, left, and T. Gaiter work on the comic strip “Asa’s Dad” at the West Branch of the Aurora Public Library. Amy Roth photo

out five or six different comic books, cartoons, video games and merchandise. We want to do it all.” Gaiter recently created a video game featuring Asa that will appear on the new and improved version of the Asa’s Dad website. “Asa’s Backyard Baseball” is “a simple game I’m making for the android market,” Gaiter said. Barnette is working on a new Asa project called “Little Bolt.” “Little Bolt is Asa reimagined,” Gaiter said. “He’s the grandson of the Greek god Zeus, and a leader of a team that is called PSA. There’s been an alien invasion and the world has been destroyed for the most part and it’s left to the kids now. They have to go off and fight battles and save the world. But it shows them that even though you’re a kid, you can still do something powerful.” Barnette, 40, has an 18-year-old son. “I had some success as a young guy in my 20s with the comic book thing,” he said. “I had to give it up because of life. A couple of years ago I gave my son some old sketch books and he was like, ‘Why aren’t you doing this?’” So, hard as it was, Barnette began to draw again. “Several times I wanted to stop, but because of my son, I couldn’t. Slowly but surely, I got it back,” he said. “I just kept drawing to inspire my son. A lot of people talk about wanting to do stuff but never come through.” Not coming through is not an option for Gaiter and Barnette. “We have a great product,” Gaiter said. “But let’s see what else we can do with it. I learned a lesson from my father. He said if you can’t make money off something five ways, then it’s not even worth doing. It’s the best advice I ever got.” I tell people I’m dedicated to my own dreams and getting them fulfilled. And I’ll do what I have to as long as I have to be where I need and want to be.”

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Sing, soar, dazzle: Cats on Prisco stage in Aurora Their energy and enthusiasm are simply infectious. It’s only rehearsal, but the magic aura that surrounds this cast of performers is quite captivating. They’ve been fine-tuning their roles since November, and now they’re ready to bring their entertaining talents to life in the Fox Valley Park District’s Winter Stage performance of Cats that will hit the Prisco Community Center stage for four shows January 13, 14, and 15. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway’s history. Winner of seven Tony Awards, including best musical, Cats

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features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s timeless melodies, including the hit song “Memory.” Nearly 90 performers, ages 7 to adult, will sing, soar, and dazzle in what is shaping up to be a spectacular show about a tribe of Cats that gathers once a year to choose a member of the tribe to be reincarnated.

Known as America’s favorite family musical, Cats showcases feline characters from all walks of life that parallel the complexities of humans while serving as metaphors of individuals from different parts of society. Their stories are told through the poetry of T.S. Eliot and relationships are presented through choreography. It is, “among the most exhilarating and innovative musicals ever staged,” said performing arts supervisor Kyle Donahue, who is coordinating the production. “We chose Cats because it brings lots of opportunities for everybody to shine. All of the characters have a chance to enjoy the spotlight, and the entire cast is prominently involved throughout.” No matter the venue for Cats, the show always draws raves for the costumes, makeup, and the choreographer's ability to train humans to do what comes naturally to cats. The combination of brilliant music and fantastic dancing make this show a masterpiece. “The reason Cats is one of the longest running shows on Broadway is because of the famous dancing and all the different musical styles it incorporates,” said Donahue. “The musical appeal is fantastic…there’s something for everybody.” There’s no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater than with the magic and the mystery of Cats. It’s one of the most thrilling theatrical events to hit the stage, providing the wonders of live theater in an intimate setting. Tickets are just $7. apiece and available at Fox Valley Park District Community centers at Prisco, Eola, and Vaughan. Show times are 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15. For theater fans, it will create memories for life; in this case, nine lives. Jeff Long is the public relations manager for the Fox Valley Park District. Contact him at jlong@ fvpd.net. From left, Dominique Ruffalo (Mr. Mistolffelees), Skylar McClure (Jemima), Angie Dawkins (Grizabella) and Allison Elkins (Demeter) are dressed up and ready to go for the upcoming production of Cats, with four shows to be performed January 13-15 at the Prisco Community Center in Aurora. Fox Valley Park District photo

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Allen said, “I think because of the location of where the Fox Valley plant is, the condition of the plant as far as the building etc., I think it might be an easier sell, even in this economy. That’s my personal opinion. But until such time as the building is sold, we might be developing plans for moving operations once that occurs but we would not be tending to those operations until there was a sale of the building,” Allen said. Ken Christy, president of Illinois State Association of Letter Carriers, said, “The Constitution of the United States mandates delivery to every location in the United States. “Why isn’t this Postmaster General and every manager and every postal employee going to Congress about the 5.5 billion they paid that was created in 2006 by Republicans

as a cash cow. “Nobody prefunds! No company in America does this. “The people of America are entitled to a first class post office. Six days a week, delivered by professional letter carriers and processed by professional clerks and mail handlers. “This is a vital service. In the worst recession since the ‘30s, if we didn’t pay the $5.5 Billion we would have made 711 Million dollars in the worst recession. It’s about time that this postmaster general stood up for the people that work with him every day! “This shouldn’t even be a topic!” One of the nearly 20 speakers (two representatives from USPS) was Aurora mayor Tom Weisner: “As mayor of the city, we’ve had to take measures to become more ef-

ficient. On the other hand we don’t tell our citizens, ‘If it snows, we’ll get there in two or three days’. We perform the service. “It’s unfortunate in my mind that we are dismantling what is probably the best postal service in the industrialized world, not to mention, one of the most inexpensive in the industrial world as well. The location in Aurora provides 200 jobs which makes it a major player these days.” “The concern I have as I look at the information I’ve seen, just as Mr. Christy said that we shouldn’t be figuring out how to dismantle this operation that I think serves our country well, and performs a vital economic function, not just in terms of jobs but supports a lot of business and our economy and a lot of other jobs as well. It is very important to all of us.

We shouldn’t be trying to figure out how to dismantle it, I think we should figure out how to save it. When I look at some of the data that has been foisted at us by Congress, some of the demands...prefunding health insurance for people who haven’t even been hired yet. A much higher percentage in private sector or government agency including Congress is being imposed on the Postal Service.. Even though the USPS states that the public’s input will be considered prior to a final decision, many at the meeting appeared skeptical. Written comments may be sent to: Manager, Consumer and Industry Contact Central Illinois District, 6801 W 73rd Street, Bedford Park, IL 60499-9631 All comments must be postmarked by January 14.

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Plainfield East’s 10-0 special By Bobby Narang Plainfield East High School’s boys basketball coach Branden Adkins cherished last week’s trip to the Pekin Insurance Holiday Tournament in Pekin for many reasons. Naturally, Adkins won’t forget his team’s winning the tournament championship with a 54-50 victory over Washington in the championship game at Dawson Hawkins Gymnasium Thursday, Dec. 29. The Bengals took the hard way to the championship, by trailing 27-12 to Washington late in the second quarter and by 27-15 at halftime. “We had to find some urgency in the

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second half,” Adkins said. “We had a nice warmup (prior to the game), but then we just kind of backed off. We didn’t come up with the type of pressure that wins us ball games. The last minute of the first half we turned it up a little bit. I had to get on them a little bit at halftime, but it was short and we all knew what we had to do was turn it up.” The Bengals followed Adkins’ advice, and dialed up the pressure to score eight quick points to cut the gap to 29-23 and eventually sliced the deficit to 38-37 by the end of the third quarter. Mack Brown’s See page 16

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The Christmas holiday boys basketball tournaments prolonged the early strong starts by Metea Valley and Plainfield East. Marmion captured second place in the DeKalb tournament and Aurora Central defeated East Aurora for seventh place at the East Aurora tournament. Neuqua Valley is planning on joining the East Aurora tournament next season and all teams except Thornton Fractional North will return. Peoria Central defeated Oswego East, 73-58, for the East Aurora championship. It was the second time in three years that Oswego East finished in second place. Metea Valley was seeded No. 1 in the first-year Hinsdale South tournament and lived up to its billing. The Mustangs defeated Schaumburg for the championship, 64-52. Metea Valley will take a 13-0 record overall and 4-0 in the Upstate Eight Valley in a 6 p.m. Saturday showdown against Lake Park. Each team is 4-0 in the Upstate Eight Valley. Metea will play at District See page 18

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Yorkville, Kaneland set to play again By Carter Crane The Yorkville-Kaneland boys basketball game last week in the 24team Plano Christmas basketball tournament was important. It was a semifinal confrontation, but, both teams will have an eye on Friday night’s game at Yorkville. It will be an important Northern Illinois Big 12 East game. Kaneland leads the East with a 3-0 record and Yorkville is 1-2. Nonetheless, Yorkville won the semifinal game at Plano, 61-50. Yorkville took second place when Belvidere won the championship game, 61-51. Kaneland finished in third place after a45-41 victory over Rockford Christian. “I don’t think we trailed the

Aurora Central fell to Oswego East, 71-61, above at the East Aurora tournament and defeated East Aurora, 76-64, in overtime for seventh place. Above, Phil Schuetz splits defenders, Kenny Battle, Jr. and Nick Marema. Below, Anthony AnduAl Benson photos jar draws defense from Mike McAllister.

See page 18 Lori Obendorf, 25, of Metea Valley, seeks an opening against Aurora Central Catholic defenders in the third place game of the Oswego East girls basketball tournament last Friday. Aurora Central won, 64-61. West Chicago defeated South Elgin in the championship game, 60-59. Jason Crane/The Voice

Mixed bag for Illini football fortunes By Woodrow Carroll San Francisco, Calif. Years from now, those looking at what the University of Illinois football program has done the past two seasons will be hard pressed to explain what took place. With a 20-14 victory over UCLA in the Kraft

Fight Hunger Bowl last Saturday, the Fighting Illini closed out the season with a 7-6 record. By beating the Bruins, Illinois has recorded bowl victories in back-to-back seasons for the first time in school history. Illinois was 7-6 the previous season See page 18

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Aurora Central receives the Oswego East girls tournament third place trophy last Friday in front of South Elgin players who finished in second place to West Chicago. Jason Crane/The Voice The victories have been infrequent for the young East Aurora basketball team, but the players, left, kept their focus and watch head coach Wendell Jeffries’ diagram. Al Benson photo

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three-pointer gave the Bengals their first lead, 40-38, early in the fourth quarter. The Bengals fought back and regained the lead for good at 5150 following a trey by Deontre Brown. The Bengals remained unbeaten at 10-0, and vanquished their recent bad history of 2-6 overall record in the past two visits to the Pekin tournament. Adkins called the championship special for the third-year program. He took over

the reigns of the Plainfield East basketball program when the school was opened three years ago, and now the Bengals can add a trophy to the growing resume. “It’s special to win this tournament not because it’s at Pekin High School, but because this is a prestigious tournament,” he said. In addition, the tournament holds a personal meaning for the young coach. His dad, Tim,

took him to the Pekin tournament when he was younger to watch games. Now, several years later, Adkins is the head coach of the tournament champion. Brown, a six-foot senior, was the lone Plainfield East player named to the all-tournament team. Plainfield East has been solid from the start of the season with a championship at the St. Charles East Ron Johnson Thanksgiving Tournament. The Bengals are 3-0 in Southwest Prairie Conference play and will return to the battles at 7 p.m. Friday at Plainfield North. Plainfield East will be host to Romeoville Friday, Jan. 13.

Somber second Oswego East: Oswego East High School took second place for the second time in three years at the East Aurora High School Holiday Tournament after losing to Peoria Central for the second time in Al Benson photo three years.

Plano tournament trophy-winners: Yorkville players, above, reflect an unhappy mood after losing to Belvidere in the championship game of the Plano basketball Christmas Classic Tournament. Right, Kaneland took third place with a victory over Rockford Christian. See page 15. Carter Crane/The Voice

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Lackluster football season fades; will basketball perk us up? By Carter Crane Somehow the college football bowl games involving Illinois and Northwestern carried less luster this year than any previous season. Illinois was in a low-end game, but somehow used its good defense to prevail. Northwestern lost again in a bowl game. Perhaps the lack of urgency is that there are an increasing number of bowl games. Somehow the college football powers must find a way to start a four-team or eight-team tournament and use the bowl games to facilitate the progression of the victorious teams. Northern Illinois will play its bowl game the night prior to the so-called BCS championship game. The interest will be high in our northern Illinois area, but what impact will the game have on the National scope? Perhaps of equal importance Home Team shaded

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will be the draft status of Chandler Harnish. He has been a durable quarterback, a good leader, a good passer and a good runner. There will be many good quarterbacks in the National Football League Draft in April so Harnish could slide down the roster somewhat. He looks like

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their way to the playoffs, disappointed their fans with five straight defeats. The fans were a little spoiled after last season’s berth in the National Football Conference championship game against Green Bay. After a .500 record midway through last season Green Bay has become an NFL power. The Packers finished the regular season with the best record in the regular season. Still, one defeat and the season draws to a conclusion. On the high school basketball scene, West Aurora continues to be impressive. The Blackhawks were 3-1 at the Pontiac Tournament last week and after a semifinal defeat took fifth place. Joshua McAuley has show strides as a longarmed, long-legged big man. Juwan Starks, a starter since his freshman season, could be a force the rest of the way. McAuley and Starks are a strong rebounding tandem. West Aurora will play two DuPage Valley Conference games, Wheaton North and Naperville North, as part of an important weekend. West Aurora and Naperville are tied for first place in the DVC, each with a 3-0 record. With Metea Valley and Plainfield East negotiating pitfalls through the holiday time, lackluster may not visit in the basketball season.

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Northwestern, Sobolewski, respond with Fruendt on the bench By Carter Crane Nick Fruendt of Northwestern University did not play last Sunday at home in Evanston against Penn State. It was the fourth game in 15 this season he failed to play. It was strictly a coach’s decision for the 6-5 senior guard/forward from Batavia High School. Freshman guard Dave Sobolewski did play all 40 minutes, however, in the 68-56 victory over Penn State. Sobolewski, a 6-1 point guard from

Benet Academy, made three of seven three-point shots and scored 20 points, three on free throws. “He was impressive,” Penn State’s first-year head coach Patrick Chambers said after his team fell to 8-7 overall and 0-2 in the Big Ten Conference. Northwestern improved to 11-3 and 1-1. “When (Sobolewski) has a game like that it makes it tough. It gives (Northwestern) three scorers, not two.” Drew Crawford, a 6-5 junior, scored 21 points

Mixed bag for Illini football fortunes and added a 38-14 victory over Baylor and future Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III, in the Texas Bowl in Houston. Sadly, the Illinois-UCLA match, played at AT&T Park, the home of baseball’s San Francisco Giants, pitted two football programs in disarray. Both teams in the game were guided by interim coaches. Illinois’ Ron Zook and UCLA’s Rick Neuheisel found themselves out of work at the end of the regular season. Illinois was led by Vic Koenning and UCLA was led by Mike Johnson. Illinois lost the final six games. UCLA, 6-7 after falling to Oregon, 49-31, in the Pac-12 championship game needed a waiver from the NCAA to be bowl-eligible. Suffice to say, there was plenty of negativity surrounding both teams heading into the bowl game. The game generated little excite-

and 6-9 forward John Shurna scored 17 points. Crawford, dangerous inside and outside, became the 31st Northwestern player to surpass 1,000 points at the school. Northwestern was set to play host to rival Illinois, 12-3 and 1-1, Wednesday night. Crawford and the rest of the starters were pushed by head coach Bill Carmody at halftime of See page 19

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ment in the early going. The Bruins finally broke through with 10 minutes left in the first half. A 16-yard scoring toss from Kevin Prince to Taylor Embree put UCLA ahead, 7-0. Thanks to a 36-yard field goal by Derek Dimke just as the first half came to an end, the Illini went to the halftime locker room trailing only 7-3. For most of the season, the Illinois defense proved more reliable than the offense. It made the difference in the bowl victory. With seconds remaining in the third quarter, Illinois’ Terry Hawthorne picked off a Prince pass and returned it 39 yards for a touchdown. Hawthorne is a junior defensive back from East St. Louis. “Once I catch it, I’m gone,” Hawthorne said after game. Hawthorne’s interception fired up the Illini who dominated the second

half. Another Dimke field goal and a 60-yard pass-play strike from Illinois quarterback Nathan Scheelhaase to A.J. Jenkins gave Illinois a 20-7 lead. Scheelhaase is a second-year starter as a 6-3 sophomore. A 38-yard pass-play from Prince to Nelson Rosario with 0:29 remaining in the game brought the 20-14 final score. When Illinois recovered the ensuing onside kick, victory was assured for the Orange-and-Blue. After a slow start, Scheelhaase turned in a solid passing game for 139 yards and he rushed for 110 yards. Last season’s Texas Bowl victory over Baylor was the start of what turned out to be a seven-game winning streak for Illinois. The six-game losing streak followed that ended Zook’s time in Champaign. It is not easy to plot the future of Illinois football. In recent years, Illi-

nois has appeared in the Sugar Bowl and Rose Bowl only to follow with losing seasons. To finish with 7-6 records two years running, including bowl game victories would be acceptable in certain circles. It is not, however, for teams which played in the inconsistent manner of the Illini in the past two seasons. Tim Beckman will be the Illinois coach when the team plays host to Western Michigan September 1. Whitney Mercilus, Illini junior defensive end, likely will be unavailable next season. He said after the bowl game he will enter the 2012 National Football League Draft in April. Mercilus, a 6-4 and 265-pounder, led the nation in sacks with 16 and was a first-team all-America selection. He was named the Ted Hendricks National Defensive End of Year Award winner.

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A.J.’s Coup When last we checked in on A.J. Allmendinger, it was rumored that he might lose his ride at Richard Petty Motorsports. As it turned out, that was the bad news. The good news was that Allmendinger was en route to replacing Kurt Busch in the No. 22 Dodge of Penske Racing. Allmendinger, 30, originally from Los Gatos, Calif., has competed in 152 Sprint Cup races. He hasn’t won, but he’s collected a pole (Phoenix, April 2010), four top-five finishes and 26 top 10s. His career best was a third in the 2009 Daytona 500. Noting the history of Roger Penske’s teams in most forms of American auto racing, Allmendinger said, “It’s the pinnacle. “It’s something I’ve always dreamed of, and I just feel like the way he

With Todd Gordon as his crew chief, former Petty Motorsports driver A.J. Allmendinger was hired to take over Kurt Busch’s ride at Penske Racing. (John Clark/NASCAR This Week photo) (Penske) runs his organization, the way he takes care of his people, is first-class and top-notch. That’s something I wanted to be a part of.” When the new season begins, Allmendinger will have Brad Keselowski, the fifth-place finisher in NASCAR’s 2011 Chase, as a teammate. He succeeds Busch, who finished 11th in the final standings as both Penske entries qualified for the “race-offs.” “Over the past five years, I feel like I’ve made good

progress throughout each year, and that is hopefully going to allow me to take the next step of my career and really contend for race wins and try to make the Chase,” Allmendinger said. “The championship is the ultimate goal. ... To get this chance has just been amazing. It’s been quick. It’s happened real fast, but I’m ready to go.” Todd Gordon will be the crew chief. He replaced Kurt Busch’s crew chief, Steve Addington, who moved to

the same position with the new champion, Tony Stewart. “One of the biggest things that I’ve wanted in a race team is stability,” Allmendinger said. “Knowing this (Penske) is a great place made the decision a little bit easier.” *** Monte Dutton covers motorsports for The Gaston (N.C.) Gazette. E-mail Monte at nascarthisweek @yahoo.com. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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204 rival Waubonsie Valley at7 p.m. Wednesday. “My overall goal is to improve each game,” Marmion head coach Ryan Paradise. “We have been doing that since Thanksgiving. Pete Stefanski, a 6-5 forward, and Alex Theisen, a 6-0 guard, were named to the all-tournament team in the DeKalb tournament. “Pete’s becoming a leader,” Paradise said. Stefanski sat out the final game of the tournament with a severely sprained ankle. Aurora Central, which improved to 4-9 with the 76-64 victory in overtime against East Aurora, pulled victory out of potential defeat. Aurora Central trailed by seven points with one minute remaining in regulation then Phil Schuetz scored a three-point basket, Anthony Anduar added a three-point basket, and scored on three free throws to tie the score at the end of regulation.

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whole tournament until the game with Belvidere,” Yorkville coach Dan McGuire said. Following the Friday night game with Kaneland, Yorkville will play at 6 p.m. at rival Oswego in a non-conference game. “We had a tough night against Yorkville,” Kaneland coach Brian Johnson said. “We responded in the third place game against Rockford Christian. “We executed down the stretch and made free throws. We were happy to be in the main gym all four games.” Some of the consolation games were played in the auxiliary gym. Aurora Christian finished in fifth place with a 75-45 victory over Ottawa. Plano won the consolation, or 17th place, with a 57-56 victory over rival Sandwich in the auxiliary gym.

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the Penn State game with a threepoint deficit. “He challenged us,” Crawford said. “Penn State had 15 offensive rebounds at halftime, so we were challenged.” Fruendt, in six of the 10 games he has played, has been on the floor three minutes or less. He is a good shooter, but lacks defensive quickness.

Sobolewski entered the game with Penn State second in the nation in assists to turnover ratio of 4.42 and Northwestern led the nation prior to the game with Penn State. The Wildcats will play at Michigan January 11 and will return home to play host to Michigan State at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14.

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Chicago Bulls 2011-2012 Schedule/results DECEMBER 2011 Fri 16 @ Indiana W 95-86 Tue 20 vs Indiana W 93-85 Sun 25 @ L.A. Lakers W 88-87 Mon 26 @ Golden State L 91-99 Thu 29 @ Sacramento W 108-98 Fri 30 @ L.A. Clippers W 114-101 JANUARY 2012 Sun 1 vs Memphis W 104-64 Tue 3 vs Atlanta 7 p.m. Wed 4 @ Detroit 6:30 p.m. Fri 6 @ Orlando 7 p.m. Sat 7 @ Atlanta 6 p.m. Mon 9 vs Detroit 7 p.m. Tue 10 @ Minnesota 7 p.m. Wed 11 vs Washington 7 p.m. Fri 13 @ Boston 7 p.m. Sat 14 vs Toronto 7 p.m. Mon 16 @ Memphis noon Tue 17 vs Phoenix 7 p.m. Fri 20 @ Cleveland 6:30 p.m.

Sat 21 vs Charlotte 7 p.m. Mon 23 vs New Jersey 7 p.m. Wed 25 vs Indiana 7 p.m. Fri 27 vs Milwaukee 7 p.m. Sun 29 @ Miami 2:30 p.m. Mon 30 @ Washington 6 p.m. FEBRUARY 2012 Wed 1 @ Philadelphia 6 p.m. Thu 2 @ New York 7 p.m. Sat 4 @ Milwaukee 7:30 p.m. Mon 6 @ New Jersey 6:30 p.m. Wed 8 @ New Orleans 7 p.m. Fri 10 @ Charlotte 6 p.m. Sun 12 @ Boston 2:30 p.m. Tue 14 vs Sacramento 7 p.m. Thu 16 vs Boston 7 p.m. Sat 18 vs New Jersey 3 p.m. Mon 20 vs Atlanta 3 p.m. Wed 22 vs Milwaukee 7 p.m. Tue 28 vs New Orleans 7 p.m. Wed 29 @ San Antonio 8 p.m.

Selected 2011-2012 College Football Bowl Games Schedule/results • Little Caesars Bowl, Dec. 27 Western Michigan 32 vs. Purdue 37 • Champs Sports Bowl, Dec. 29 Florida State 18 vs. Notre Dame 14 • Meineke Car Care of Texas Bowl, Dec. 31 Texas A&M 33 vs. Northwestern 22 • Kraft Fight Hunger, Dec. 31 Illinois 20 vs. UCLA 14 • TicketCity Bowl, Jan. 2 (19) Houston 30 vs. (22) Penn State 14 • Outback Bowl, Jan. 2 (17) Michigan State 33 vs. (16) Georgia 30, 3 (ot) • Capital One Bowl, Jan. 2 (20) Nebraska 13 vs. (9) South Carolina 30 • Taxslayer.com Gator Bowl, Jan. 2 Ohio State 17 vs. Florida 24 • Rose Bowl Game presented by Vizio, Jan. 2 (10) Wisconsin 38 vs. (5) Oregon 45 • Allstate Sugar Bowl, Jan. 3 (13) Michigan vs. (11) Virginia Tech • GoDaddy.com Bowl, Jan. 8, 8 p.m., ESPN Arkansas State vs. Northern Illinois • Allstate BCS National Championship game, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m., ESPN LSU vs. Alabama

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Chicago Blackhawks 2011-2012 Schedule/results DECEMBER 2011 Fri, Dec 2, 2011 - N.Y. Islanders W 5-4 (so) Sat, Dec 3, 2011 @ St. Louis W 5-2 Mon, Dec 5, 2011 - Phoenix L 3-4 (so) Thu, Dec 8, 2011 @ N.Y. Islanders W 3-2 (ot) Sun, Dec 11, 2011 - San Jose W 3-2 (ot) Wed, Dec 14, 2011 @ Minnesota W 4-3 (so) Fri, Dec 16, 2011 - Anaheim W 4-1 Sun, Dec 18, 2011 - Calgary W 4-2 Tue, Dec 20, 2011 @ Pittsburgh L 2-3 Wed, Dec 21, 2011 - Montreal W 5-1 Mon, Dec 26, 2011 - Columbus W 4-1 Wed, Dec 28, 2011 - Los Angeles L 0-2 Fri, Dec 30, 2011 - Detroit W 3-2 JANUARY 2012 Mon, Jan 2, 2012 - Edmonton L 3-4 Thu, Jan 5, 2012 @ Philadelphia 6 p.m. Fri, Jan 6, 2012 - Colorado 7:30 p.m. Sun, Jan 8, 2012 - Detroit 6:30 p.m. Tue, Jan 10, 2012 - Columbus 7:30 p.m. Thu, Jan 12, 2012 - Minnesota 7:30 p.m. Sat, Jan 14, 2012 @ Detroit 11:30 a.m.

Sun, Jan 15, 2012 - San Jose 6 p.m. Wed, Jan 18, 2012 - Buffalo 6:30 p.m. Fri, Jan 20, 2012 - Florida 7:30 p.m. Sat, Jan 21, 2012 @ Nashville 7 p.m. Tue, Jan 24, 2012 - Nashville 7:30 p.m. Tue, Jan 31, 2012 @ Vancouver 9 p.m. FEBRUARY 2012 Thu, Feb 2, 2012 @ Edmonton 8:30 p.m. Fri, Feb 3, 2012 @ Calgary 8 p.m. Tue, Feb 7, 2012 @ Colorado 8 p.m. Fri, Feb 10, 2012 @ San Jose 9:30 p.m. Sat, Feb 11, 2012 @ Phoenix 7:30 p.m. Tue, Feb 14, 2012 @ Nashville 7 p.m. Thu, Feb 16, 2012 @ N.Y. Rangers 6 p.m. Sat, Feb 18, 2012 @ Columbus 1 p.m. Sun, Feb 19, 2012 - St. Louis 2 p.m. Tue, Feb 21, 2012 - Detroit 7 p.m. Thu, Feb 23, 2012 - Dallas 7:30 p.m. Sat, Feb 25, 2012 @ Los Angeles 7 p.m. Sun, Feb 26, 2012 @ Anaheim 6 p.m. Wed, Feb 29, 2012 - Toronto 7 p.m.

Chicago Bears schedule/results 2011-2012 Regular season September Sun. 11 FALCONS ............W 30-12 Sun. 18 @ Saints .............L 13-30 Sun. 25 PACKERS .............L 17-27 October Sun. 2 PANTHERS............W 34-29 Mon. 10 @ Lions .............L 13-24 Sun. 16 VIKINGS ..............W 39-10 Sun. 23 @ Buccaneers ....W 24-18 November Mon. 7 @ Eagles .............W 30-24

Sun. 13 LIONS .................W 37-13 Sun. 20 CHARGERS .........W 31-20 Sun. 27 @ Raiders ...........L 20-25 December Sun. 4 CHIEFS ....................L 3-10 Sun. 11 @ Broncos ... L 10-13 (ot) Sun. 18 SEAHAWKS .........L 14-38 Sun. 25 @ Packers...........L 21-35 January Sun. 1 @ Vikings .............W 17-13 Home games in all caps.

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AFC PLAYOFFS AFC WILD-CARD ROUND Saturday, Jan. 7 No. 6 Cincinnati (9-7) at No. 3 Houston (10-6), 3:30 p.m., NBC Sunday, Jan. 8 No. 5 Pittsburgh (12-4) at No. 4 Denver (8-8), 3:30 p.m., CBS AFC DIVISIONAL ROUND Saturday, Jan. 14 Lowest remaining seed at No. 1 New England (13-3), 7 p.m., CBS Sunday, Jan. 15 Highest remaining seed at No. 2 Baltimore (12-4), noon, CBS AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Sunday, Jan. 22, Time TBA, CBS NFC PLAYOFFS NFC WILD-CARD ROUND Saturday, Jan. 7 No. 6 Detroit (10-6) at No. 3 New Orleans (13-3), 7 p.m., NBC Sunday, Jan. 8 No. 5 Atlanta (10-6) at No. 4 N.Y. Giants (9-7), noon, FOX NFC DIVISIONAL ROUND Saturday Jan. 14 Highest remaining seed at No. 2 San Francisco (13-3), 3:30 p.m., FOX Sunday, Jan. 15 Lowest remaining seed at No. 1 Green Bay (15-1), 3:30 p.m., FOX NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Sunday, Jan. 22, Time TBA, FOX SUPER BOWL XLVI Sunday, Feb. 5, at Indianapolis, 5:30 p.m., NBC

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The annual New Year’s Eve family party at the Fox Valley Park District’s Vaughan Center in Aurora December 31, 2011 was oriented to children. Party activities included two large inflatables, a bounce house and a merry go round, and crafts, games, a hula hoop contest and dancing to tunes played by a DJ. Held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event featured snacks, party favors and a countdown to 2012 with a balloon drop at noon. Al Benson photo

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On reaching the doctor in time to save a life A close friend had surgery for a problem with his bladder. After the operation the surgeon told him he "had the bladder of an 80 year-old." He's only 56. How does one determine the age of a bladder? Perhaps there are rings, similar to a tree trunk. Another person had an operation to repair a damaged artery in his abdomen. His surgeon told him that he was surprised my friend actually made it to the operating table. He said the aneurysm was so bad that it already should have incapacitated the patient. If it wasn't ruptured how would someone be able to say that it should have ruptured? I read a letter on a hormone newsgroup. It seems a young woman underwent a hysterectomy. Her surgeon commented on how surprised he was that she tolerated the pain for so long. It is a known medical fact that different persons have different tolerances to pain. The level of pain is

Lupus Targets Young Women DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I recently tested positive for lupus, about which I know nothing. Please furnish me with some information. — E.L. ANSWER: Men, children and the elderly can come down with lupus, but the main target group is young women between the ages of 15 and 45. Lupus causes a staggering number of signs and symptoms. No one person develops all, but some have many. Joint swelling and pain; a drop in the number of white and red blood cells; a tendency to form clots in veins; skin rashes; malfunctioning of nerves, the brain and the spinal cord; inflammation of the coverings of the heart

and lungs; kidney damage; and an injuring sensitivity to sunlight are the major troubles facing lupus patients. All of this comes about because the immune system declares war on body organs and tissues for reasons not fully understood. Antibodies — products of the immune system — are signs of the immune attack. They are useful for diagnosing the illness. When you say you tested positive for lupus, do you mean you had a positive blood test? One frequently used is the ANA (antinuclear antibody) test. A positive ANA suggests lupus but is not diagnostic of it. Two other antibody tests, antidsDNA and anti-SM, are stronger evidence of lupus. Lupus is a formidable illness, but modern treatment has taken away much of its dread. In the past, it shortened life. Now 80 percent to 90 percent of lupus patients live 10 or more years. Lupus is subject to flare-ups and periods when it greatly quiets down. For flares,

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not always measured by the size of the problem. I could be taking all this the wrong way and maybe I'm just being overly sensitive. But, such comments seem like a backhanded pat on the back for the doctor. They actually might be saying, "Golly, you're lucky you got to me when you did. I probably saved your life. Furthermore, if you have any problems that you might think were caused by my efforts, just remember that you wouldn't be here at all if I hadn't performed done what I did." I doubt that anyone is openly teaching this as the cortisone drugs are put into play. For quiet periods, medicines with fewer side effects are prescribed. The list of medicines available for lupus is large. A new one has just come on the market. The booklet on rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, two similar illnesses, gives a comprehensive view of lupus and its treatment. To order a copy, write: Dr. Donohue — No. 301W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. Enclose a check or money order for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. © 2011 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

a technique in medical schools, but it seems to be getting some traction all the same. Start paying attention to your friends when they describe their latest encounters with the medical establishment. Listen to the doctors that you talk to, actually listen to all the words. Such talk can do two things for the speaker. • First, it helps the old ego when other individuals hear how great you are; even if they’re saying it about themselves. • Second, it sets the stage in case you find yourself with a problem later on. After all, how can someone find fault with the god-like person who just rescued them from the pit? Is this cynical? Am I being too harsh? Perhaps. In an era of declining respect and increasing risk of law suits this kind of chatter makes sense. I wonder if this new kind of post-op dialogue is useful? Thank your lucky stars you read this column when you did.

Resolution: Be invisible mentor By Anita Lewis Happy 2012. I hope all of The Voice readers have enjoyed some relaxation and some family time. For me, New Year’s always comes with that determination to change things. I make my resolutions to lose weight, exercise, and get healthy. So far I am keeping my promise, but like so many other years I start strong and then my motivation leaves me. Time will tell if I am successful this year. Changing things is about making a difference for those around you, not just yourself. In December I had the privilege of attending and speaking at a conference in Missouri. One of the sessions I attended was on “How can you make a difference in the life of a Kid?” Many ideas were given on things that schools and parents can do to help their children, but one idea was aimed at the community. The idea is to be an invisible mentor. An invisible mentor is an adult who goes out of the way to make a child feel important. The mentor does not make an active commitment to the child by saying “I am going to be your mentor,” but rather in quiet ways encourages the child. Mentoring can be something as simple as asking the baggers at the grocery store how they are doing in school and if they say they are struggling in math then next

time remembering to ask them how math is going and maybe telling them about relevant struggles in school. Invisible mentoring can be talking to the teenagers next door instead of shaking your head at them because they are dressed in all black. Over time you might realize you actually have something in common and a kind word from you may make a difference. I know this sounds a bit like Pollyanna, but in an ongoing study by the Search Institute, www.searchinstitute.org, only 27% of students interviewed felt they have positive adult role models in their lives. The same study revealed only 25% felt they had positive family communications. The same study shows the correlation between the students who felt they had positive role models and their tendencies towards risky behaviors. The group that had positive role models was much less likely to engage in alcohol use, illicit drug use, or sexual behavior. So in this new year let’s resolve to be a positive influence on youth. We have nothing to lose and they have everything to gain. Anita Lewis is a community advocate who raises awareness of substance abuse issues. She is cofounder of Chris’ Walk Against Substance Abuse. www.chriswalk. org.

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Winning numbers for: December 26 - January 1 01/01/2012 Evening Pick 3 8-0-0 01/01/2012 Evening Pick 4 6-4-1-6 01/01/2012 Little Lotto 07-11-22-33-34 01/01/2012 Midday Pick 3 5-6-9 01/01/2012 Midday Pick 4 1-5-3-7 12/31/2011 Evening Pick 3 4-4-8 12/31/2011 Evening Pick 4 8-1-9-4 12/31/2011 Little Lotto 26-29-32-33-35 12/31/2011 Lotto 20-29-33-36-37-41 12/31/2011 Midday Pick 3 1-7-8 12/31/2011 Midday Pick 4 9-0-4-2 12/31/2011 Powerball 05-23-25-28-40[34], Power Play®: X4 12/30/2011 Evening Pick 3 4-7-6 12/30/2011 Evening Pick 4 6-1-0-2 12/30/2011 Little Lotto 07-17-20-28-35 12/30/2011 Mega Millions 04-24-45-4652[01], Megaplier®: X4 12/30/2011 Midday Pick 3 6-0-6 12/30/2011 Midday Pick 4 9-1-2-8 12/29/2011 Evening Pick 3 3-0-7 12/29/2011 Evening Pick 4 2-9-4-2 12/29/2011 Little Lotto 17-20-21-22-35

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1. Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (PG-13) Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law 2. Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (G) animated 3. Mission: Impossible — GhostProtocol (PG-13) Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner 4. New Year’s Eve .......................(PG-13) Michelle Pfeiffer, Zac Efron 5. The Sitter ............... (R) Jonah Hill, Ari Graynor 6. The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1 ...................(PG-13) Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson 7. Young Adult ........... (R) Charlize Theron, Patton Oswalt 8. Hugo ..................... (PG) Asa Butterfield, Chloe Grace Moretz 9. Arthur Christmas (PG) animated 10. The Muppets ...... (PG) Jason Segel, Amy Adams © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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1. Name the female singer who had a hit with “Don’t Break the Heart That Loves You” in 1962. 2. How did Quicksilver Messenger Service get its name? 3. Who released “My Fair Share,” and when? 4. Name the group that released “You’ve Really Got a Hold on Me” and “Going to a Go-Go.” 5. Who wrote and sang “Stuck in the Middle” and when? 6. Shep and The Limelites are best remembered for what song? Answers 1. Connie Francis. The song was her last chart topper. She came close with a No. 7 in 1964 with “Whose Heart Are You Breaking Tonight.” 2. It’s all in the stars: Two members were Virgo, two were Gemini. Mercury rules those signs. Mercury’s other name is Quicksilver. Simple, no? 3. Seals and Crofts, in 1977. The song appeared on the soundtrack for the film “One on One,” but never made it higher than No. 28 on the Hot 100 chart. 4. Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, in 1962 and 1965, respectively. 5. Stealers Wheel, in 1972 on their debut album. The song ended up in the film “Reservoir Dogs” in 1992. 6. “Daddy’s Home,” in 1961. The song is about coming home from war. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Q: Can Rabbit be Trained? DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My pet rabbit, a lop-ear named “Jake,” seems pretty active and alert. He flicks his ears when I hold a treat out for him, and I noticed he does the same when I move my hand in a similar way even when there is no treat. Do you think a rabbit could be trained similar to the way a dog is trained? — Clarissa T., Butte, Mont. DEAR CLARISSA: According to animal trainer Barbara Heidenreich, it’s entirely possible to do so; in fact, she’s trained two of her rabbits to do agility courses. Heidenreich uses positive-reinforcement training to teach her rabbits to perform on cue. One lop-eared rabbit, Loretta, “runs a seven-piece agility course, retrieves, spins in a circle and digs on cue. Loretta was adopted as an adult and learned

most of her tricks in just a few weeks,” according to a promotional release by pet behavior and training-products company Good Bird Inc. Heidenreich says that positive reinforcement training isn’t just for teaching pet tricks; owners also can use this method to address problem behaviors and, overall, get more connected to their pets. As these fluffy animals become more and more popular as pets, she feels that learning to do more than just care for rabbits is necessary but also rewarding. If you’d like to learn more about training Jake to do tricks, visit www.bunnytraining.com, Heidenreich’s site. Send your questions or tips to ask@pawscorner.com, or write to Paw’s Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. For more pet care-related advice and information, visit www.pawscorner.com. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

I have an unusual family heirloom that was given to my great grandparents when they were married in Buffalo, N.Y., in June 1900. It is a sea-green “pillow vase” painted and signed by Edward Diers. I’ve seen a duplicate in a pottery book, but no value was given. I don’t want to sell it since it’s an heirloom, but I am nevertheless curious about its value. My neighbor is a pottery collector and thinks it could be worth as much as $1,000 because of its unique design. — Barbara, Yonkers, N.Y. This is yet another reason why you should never put much stock in the opinions of neighbors — even those who think they are experts —- when it comes to antiques and collectibles. I contacted several certified appraisers and they seem to agree that your “pillow vase” by Edward Diers could be worth as much as $30,000. *** Several years ago I bought a framed picture at a tag sale of Louisa May Alcott’s “Orchard House” in Concord. I would like to know its value and if a library would benefit in having it. — Cynthia, Barre, Vt. I recommend you contact the curator of the Louisa May Alcott “Orchard House” museum, 399 Lexington Road, Con-

cord, Massachusetts 01742. My mom recently gave me a two-gallon crock that she thinks is at least a 100 years old. It has a white glazed surface with a large “2” and Monmouth Pottery Company, Monmouth, ILL” imprinted on the side. I have been offered $150 for it, but think it might be worth more. — Laura, Hondo, Texas Take the $150. Your crock is worth about $75, according to the “Antique Trader Stoneware and Blue and White Pottery Price Guide” edited by Kyle Husfloen. I recently saw a similar crock made by the same company sell at auction for $45. *** We have a copy of The New Zealand Fantail Hobbies magazine from 1972. It is 36 pages and appears to be typed on a typewriter. It is in very good condition. — Martins, Phelps, N.Y. Although your publication is interesting, it does not have any real value as a collectible.

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State champions: High School state champions were captured in 2011 by Aurora Christian in football, upper left; by Newark in boys basketball, upper right; and by Kaneland in baseball, right. Jason Crane/The Voice

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Honor Flight Chicago brought veterans to Washington, D.C. and back in less than 24 hours. Mark Krueger/The Voice

The 50th anniversary of the MidAmerican Canoe and Kayak Race was held in June from St. Charles and Batavia to Aurora by the Fox Valley Park District. Carter Crane/The Voice

Ryan Boatright of East Aurora took his high-flying excitement to the University of Connecticut for the 2011-2012 menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s college basketball season. Jason Crane/The Voice

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Neighborhood Activities will have an evening of social networking over environmental and sustainability issues as expert speakers and panel discussions inform you of local and national ecological advances, meet like-minded people, gather ideas and share your knowledge. The speaker will be Marko Spiegel of Conservation Technology International, Inc., “How Efficient is Efficient Enough?”. Gammon Coach House, 3 S. Batavia Avenue. For more information contact mhannah@ cityofbatavia.net.

Chicago

• January 13 - February 12 Winter Fun at Navy Pier – Discover Royal White Tigers From January 13 through February 12 at Navy Pier’s Crystal Gardens, this unique exhibit and conservation education program will feature Gita, a Bengal white tiger and her two cubs, Kozmo and Kumal. Visitors can watch keepers feed the beautiful tigers, ask plenty of questions and listen to Tiger Talks about the special, and now rare, animal. Fewer than 400 white tigers remain in the world today. For more information visit www.navypier. com.

Elgin

• Friday, Jan. 13 • 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Freaky Friday Family Science Night Friday the 13, means dive into the freaky: Freaky animals, freaky experiments, and all around freaky science. Different stations will be set up around the museum for kids and their families to experiment and experience demonstrations in the wacky and weird. This is a drop-in program; no registration required. 225 Grand Boulevard Elgin. For more information call 847-741-6655.

Geneva

• Saturdays through May • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Geneva Winter Farmers Market The Geneva Winter Market (farmer’s market) is at 27 N. Bennett Street in the Geneva Place complex. The market has an array of fresh vegetables and other produce. If you are seeking quality, locally grown food products check out the Winter Market. Geneva Winter Market, 27 N. Bennet Street For more information visit www.genevadowtown.org.

Minooka

• January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 Golden Years Creative Movement Dance Class Men and women 55 years of age and older are invited to attend the slow-moving, lowimpact dance class which will be taught by a local dance instructor.

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Montgomery

• Tuesday, Jan. 10 • 10 a.m. I&M Canal Presentation Jim Carr will offer a free presentation on the Illinois & Michigan Canal. Jim is a member of Canallers in the Corridor, a volunteer group that promotes the story of the I&M Canal era. The Canallers portray real and composite characters of the 1800s. This free presentation is being offered by the Village of Montgomery. For more information call the Montgomery Village Hall at 630-896-8080 ext. 1227. • Saturday, Jan. 21 • 9 a.m. - noon Drop-off Recycling The Village of Montgomery will offer drop-off recycling to allow residents to dispose of electronics and other common recyclable items. Items to be collected include appliances, metal, car fluids, batteries and all types of electronics and electrical items. There is no charge to drop off these items. All items that plug in will be accepted, including lamps, TVs, hand-held mixers, computers, VCRs, and all other types of electronics and electrical items. Recycling will be at the Police Department at 10 Civic Center Avenue. For more information visit ci.montgomery. il.us or call 630-896-8080 ext. 1114.

Naperville

• Saturday, Jan. 7 • 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Celebrating the Sport of Ice Skating Participants can enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of ice skating with the family at the Naperville Park District ice rinks at Centennial Park near the Riverwalk. The afternoon is scheduled to include open skating, basic skills instruction for figure and hockey enthusiasts, demonstrations, food, games, and music. Ice skating program information will be available from local indoor ice rinks, as well as for other Winter programs offered through the Naperville Park District. For more information call 630-848-5000. • January 12-14 Under the Circumstances North Central College students perform and present this original play about infidelity and how people surprise themselves and those they love. Never say never. Madden Theatre, 171 E. Chicago Avenue. For more information call 630-637-SHOW or visit www.northcentralcollege.edu.

North Utica

• Through January 29 Bald Eagle Trolley Tours at Starved Rock Lodge Visitors can be mesmerized by the beautiful bald eagles at Starved Rock. The trol-

ley to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center gains access to eagle-viewing and an educational program. Warm clothing, binoculars, spotting scopes, and cameras are recommended. Starved Rock Lodge, Routes 178 and 71. For more information call 815-220-7386. • Sunday, Jan. 15 • various times Sled Dog Demo and Awareness at Starved Rock Free Spirit Siberian Rescue will be hosts to this free day-long event, with seminars in the Utica Room on the fascinating characteristics of Siberian Huskies and their relatives. Sled dog demos throughout the day; appropriate dress for the freezing weather recommended. Starved Rock Lodge, Routes 178 and 71. For more information call 800-868-7625 ext. 38. • Sunday, Jan. 22 • 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Drum Circle All are invited to a drum circle at Starved Rock Lodge in the Great Hall Area. Dave Peterson and Dick Verucchi will be the moderators. There are plenty of drums for all. Explore the roots of rhythm and learn to play the West African djembe, the ashiko, and the dundunba. All ages are welcome to come and enjoy an afternoon of interactive, creative, music-making. Great Hall at Starved Rock Lodge. For more information call 815-220-7386. • Thursdays • 9 a.m. Walkers’ Club – Starved Rock Lodge Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park. Meet in the lobby of the Starved Rock Lodge. For more information call Edna Daugherty 815-220-7386.

sion and Garden - www.reddickmansion. com. Hegeler Carus Mansion - www. hegelercarus.org. Weber House and Gardens - www.weberhouseandgarden.com.

Oswego

• Through January Coats for Kendall Yorkville Chamber of Commerce W2W is collecting coats and warm winter outerwear during their Coats for Kendall drive. Coats may be dropped off at the Chamber Office, 26 W Countryside Parkway. For more information call 630-553-6853. • Saturday, Jan. 14 • 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Fitness Demo Day The public is invited to enjoy three free hours of fitness demonstrations during Fitness Demo Day. Participants can experience a variety of fitness and wellness class demonstrations including group power and indoor cycling. For more information call 630-553-2582.

• Thursday, Jan. 12 • 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Jackson Street Sounds Musicians, poets, vocalists, and those who love a good night out, can participate in Jackson Street Sounds at Pearce’s at Fox Bend. There will be an open mic night for anyone looking for stage time and a chance to show their stuff! Sign-ups for anyone interested in performing will begin at 6 p.m.. Each artist has 10 minutes of set time. All skill levels welcome! Fox Bend Golf Course 3516 US Highway 34. For more information call 630-554-1010 or send an E-mail to kvest@oswegolandpd.org.

Ottawa

• Through January 31 Trio of Homes Tour Hegeler Carus Mansion, Reddick Mansion, Weber House have tours of these unique homes in LaSalle County. For more information visit Reddick Man-

St. Charles

• Saturday, Jan. 14 • 8 a.m. Shrike Hike: Hickory Knolls Discovery Center In conjunction with the St. Charles Park District, Kane County Audubon will offer a Shrike Walk at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. The class number is 17326. Please dress properly for this Winter outing. For more information for this free activity call 630-513-4399. Registration is required. • January 16 - February 23 Children’s Acting Workshops Young aspiring actors, aged 6-14, may fine-tune their acting and communication skills at Steel Beam Theatre’s Winter 2012 Acting Workshops, which feature a new interdisciplinary workshop for middle school students called Script to Stage. For more information visit www.steelbeamtheatre.com. • Second Wednesday of each month • 7 p.m. Kane County Audubon monthly meetings The local chapter of the Illinois Audubon Society plans field trips, bird walks, and nature hikes throughout the year. Want to learn more about the birds you see in your backyard and elsewhere? Events are open to the public and newcomers and families always are welcome. For more information call Bob Andrini at 630-584-8386 or visit www.kanecountyaudubon.org.

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A Focus on The History of Labor January 5 through January 11 January 5 The nation’s first black labor convention was held in Washington, D.C., with 214 delegates forming the Colored National Labor Union - 1869. Ford Motor Company raises wages from $2.40 for a nine-hour day to $5 for an eight hour day in effort to keep the unions out - 1914. Construction of the Golden Gate Bridge begins. Ten of the 11 deaths on the job came when safety netting beneath the site, the first-ever use of such equipment, failed under the stress of a scaffold that had fallen. Nineteen other workers were saved by the net over the course of construction. They became members of the (informal) Halfway to Hell Club - 1933. January 6 The Toronto Trades and Labour Council endorses the principle of equal pay for equal work between men and women - 1882. Some 8,000 workers strike at Youngstown Sheet & Tube. The following day the strikers’ wives and other family members join in the protest. Company guards use tear gas bombs and fire into the crowd; three strikers are killed, 25 wounded - 1916. January 7 Wobblie Tom Mooney, accused of a murder by bombing in San Francisco, pardoned and freed after 22 years in San Quentin - 1939. The presidents of 12 of the nation’s largest unions meet and call for reuniting the American labor movement, which split into two factions in 2005 when seven unions left the AFL-CIO and formed a rival federation. The meeting followed signals from president-elect Barack Obama that he would prefer dealing with a united movement, rather than a fractured one that often had two competing voices. Unions from both sides of the split participated in the meeting. The split continues to this day - 2009. Mary Kenney January 8 O’Sullivan Birth date of Mary Kenney O’Sullivan, first AFL woman organizer. In 1880 she organized the Woman’s Bookbinder Union and in 1903 was a founder of the National Women’s Trade Union League - 1864. American Federation of Labor charters a Mining Department - 1912. The AFL Iron and Steel Organizing Committee ends the “Great Steel Strike.” Some 350,000 to 4 400,000 steelworkers had been striking for more than three months, demanding union recognition. T The strike failed - 1920. January 9 A Mediation Commission appointed by president Woodrow Wilson finds that “industry’s failure tto deal with unions” is the prime reason for labor strife in war industries - 1918. Eighty thousand Chicago construction workers strike - 1922. Southern Tenant Farmers’ Union leads Missouri Highway sit-down of 1,700 families. They w were evicted from their homes so landowners wouldn’t have to share government crop subsidy p payments with them - 1939. Former Hawaii T Territorial governor S i b k opposes statehood h d for f Hawaii, H ii saying i left wing unions have Ingram Steinbeck an “economic stranglehold” on the islands. Hawaii was to be granted statehood five years later - 1954. The George W. Bush administration declares federal airport security screeners will not be allowed to unionize so as not to “complicate” the war on terrorism - 2003. January 10 In what is described as the worst industrial disaster in state history, the Pemberton Mill in Lawrence, Mass., collapses and traps 900 workers, mostly Irish women. More than 100 die, scores more injured in the collapse and ensuing fire. Too much machinery had been crammed into the building - 1860 Wobblie organizer and singer Joe Hill allegedly kills two men during a grocery store hold-up in Utah. He ultimately hangs for the crime despite much speculation that he was framed - 1914. The Supreme Court lets stand implementation of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) despite the lack of an Environmental Impact Statement - 1994. Former AFL-CIO president George Meany dies at age 85. The one-time plumber led the labor federation from the time of the AFL and CIO merger in 1955 until shortly before his death - 1980. January 11 The IWW-organized “Bread & Roses” textile strike of 32,000 women and Massachusetts militiamen with fixed bayonets surround a children begins in Lawrence, Mass.. It lasts 10 weeks and ends in victory. parade of peaceful strikers. The Lawrence textile strike was a The first millworkers to walk out were Polish women who, upon collecting their pay, exclaims that they had been cheated and promptly abandoned their strike of immigrant workers in Lawrence, Mass. in 1912 led by looms - 1912. the Industrial Workers of the World. Ford Motor Company announces it will eliminate 35,000 jobs while discontinuing four models and closing five plants - 2002. Sources: Toil and Trouble, by Thomas R. Brooks; American Labor Struggles, by Samuel Yellen; IWW calendar, Solidarity Forever; Historical Encyclopedia of American Labor, edited by Robert E. Weir and James P. Hanlan; Southwest Labor History Archives/George Meany Center; Geov Parrish’s Radical History; workday Minnesota; Andy Richards and Adam Wright, AFL-CIO Washington DC Metro Council (graphics research), Wikipedia.

• “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”

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The Voice photos reveal our world at home in 2011

Dick Biondi, top, left, was at Marmion Academy in Aurora for a March fundraiser. The Kiwanis Club of Aurora held its pancake fundraiser. One boy was in a bucket at a Waubonsie Valley High School car wash. An Eagle Scout Court of Honor was held for Indira Saladi and his family. Jason Crane/The Voice John Jaros, left, and Mary Clark Ormond, holding placards, prepare Aurora for a 175th anniversary celebration. Carter Crane/The Voice

Batavia Bulldogs Unleashed raised funds for charity. Jason Crane/The Voice

McCartney In Wrigley: Paul McCartney played in a packed Wrigley Field in Chicago during a Summer concert that drew fans from all over the Midwest. Lee Hogan photo

The Empty Shoe Memorial for the 2,977 deaths as a result of the attack of September 11, 2001 was observed in Oswego. Pat Gavros of Oswego started the memorial. Carter Crane/The Voice

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Santa Claus made the rounds in 2011, including in Pontiac after a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movie. John Bogucki photo

A Cub Scout day camp in Aurora meant activities and structure during the Summer. Carter Crane/The Voice

The ninth annual Freedom Run from Morris to Marseilles drew thousands on motorcycles to support U.S. troops and view a memorial wall. Jason Crane/The Voice

Honors for World War II veterans were given between basketball games at Hinckley-Big Rock High School in December. Dustin Krueger/The Voice

Passing the gavel of the presidency went from Ken Christy to Margaret Parker in the Letter Carriers Branch 219. Jason Crane/The Voice

Members of the United Auto Workers Local 145 voted in late January to accept a contract proposed by Caterpillar, Inc. Carter Crane/The Voice

The record-setting snow fall of 20â&#x20AC;? in early February required snowdumping action in Elgin. Carter Crane/The Voice

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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP PLAINTIFF VS ISAAC J. WILSON; MORISE A. WILSON; WEST SUBURBAN BANK; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ISAAC J. WILSON, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 10 CH 00090 1113 RATHBONE AVENUE AURORA, IL 60506 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on May 5, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175,

at 9:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate menJudgment, situated tioned in said Judgment in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOTS 29 AND 30 IN BLOCK 2 OF HERCULES PARK ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE TOWNSHIP OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-29-276-027 15-29276-028 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1113 RATHBONE AVENUE AURORA, IL 60506 Description of Improvements: HOUSE STYLE IS A WOOD SIDING TWO STORY WITH A TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE. THE COLOROF THE HOUSE IS BLUE. THE UTILITIES ARE OFF. THE HOUSE HAS A FENCE. The Judgment amount was $194,616.02. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the

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sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0935350 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399595

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LEGAL NOTICE LEG CIRCUIT COURT FOR IN THE CIR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY KAN GENEVA, ILLINOIS GEN 02983 09CH 0298 BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP PLAINTIFF Vs. Ramon Contreras; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 2/11/2010, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/2/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE NORTHERLY 44 FEET OF LOT 11 IN BLOCK 18 OF BIDWELL'S ADDITION TO AURORA SITUATED IN THE CITY OF AURORA, COUNTY OF KANE, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 15-27-402-019 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 531 Watson Street Aurora, IL 60505 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any

assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-19538. I400100

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 11 CH 02398 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association successor by merger to Chase Home Finance LLC successor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation PLAINTIFF Vs. Catalina Rivera; Jose Luis Beltran; Salvador Vasquez; Angelica Ramirez R.; City of Aurora; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Jose Luis Beltran, Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 13 IN BLOCK 6 OF HIGH VIEW ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 219 Farnsworth Avenue Aurora, IL 60505 and which said Mortgage was made by: Catalina Rivera Jose Luis Beltran Salvador Vasquez the Mortgagor(s), to First Home Mortgage Corporation, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Kane County, Illinois, as Document No. 1999K108227; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Deborah Seyller P.O. Box 112 Geneva, IL 60134 on or before January 30, 2012, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff

15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-11-14017 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. I399644

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP PLAINTIFF VS JEFFREY L. WITKOWSKI AKA JEFFREY L. WITKOWSKI, SR.; LENETTE WITKOWSKI; CAMBRIDGE LAKES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 09 CH 04947 1925 BEACHVIEW ROAD PINGREE GROVE, IL 60140 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 8, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 1136 IN CAMBRIDGE LAKES UNIT 13, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 42 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 23, 2006 AS DOCUMENT 2006K068216, IN THE VILLAGE OF PINGREE GROVE, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 02-29-304-009 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1925 BEACHVIEW ROAD PINGREE GROVE, IL 60140 Description of Improvements: LOT TRACTBLOCK BOOK PAGES BROWN VINYL TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME THREE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $401,252.25. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than

a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0932561 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399594

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 2005 MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2005-NC1 MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-NC1 Plaintiff, -v.MOLLY H. SCHOELER, et al Defendants 11 CH 788 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 27, 2011, the Sheriff of Kane County will at 9:00 AM on January 19, 2012, at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, Saint Charles, IL, 60175, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot 10 in Slaker's First Addition to the Village of North Aurora, in the Village of North Aurora, Kane County, Illinois. Commonly known as 320 OAK STREET, North Aurora, IL 60542 Property Index No. 15-04-127005 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $157,643.56. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community,

the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES , 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 . Please refer to file number 10IL01100-1. I399543

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION U.S. BANK N.A., IN ITS CAPACITY AS TRUSTEE FOR CSFB ABS TRUST SERIES 2001-HE30 PLAINTIFF VS. BETTY HARDIN, STAN HARDIN, FREMONT INVESTMENT & LOAN, DEFENDANT(S). 1:11-cv-6531 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you BETTY HARDIN, STAN HARDIN, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Eastern Division by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 53 IN ORCHARD ESTATES UNIT 2, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 31 AND THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 32 TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 28, 1999 AS DOCUMENT 1999K121497, IN THE VILLAGE OF NORTH AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Parcel ID Number: 12-31-278001 Said property is commonly known as: 1533 Patterson Avenue North Aurora, IL 60542, and which said mortgage(s) was/ were made by Stan Hardin, Betty Hardin and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number 2001K077001 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Eastern Division on or before January 23, 2012, a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. JAMES NICK PAPPAS #6291873 BURKE COSTANZA & CARBERRY LLP 9191 Broadway Merrillville, IN 46410 (219) 769-1313 I398916

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF KANEGENEVA, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-BC5 Plaintiff, -vsOMAR IBARRA, et al Defendants 09 CHK 4541 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois, will on Thursday the 19th day of January 2012, at the hour of 9:00 A.M., at the Kane County Judicial Center, located at 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, St. Charles, Illinois 60175, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Kane, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment to wit: PARCEL ONE: UNIT 15-A, AS SUCH UNIT IS DELINEATED ON THAT SURVEY OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND (FALLING IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN) SUBMITTED TO THE "CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT" OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS (THE "PARCEL"), WHICH SURVEY DESCRIBING THE PARCEL IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A" TO A CERTAIN IVY GLEN CONDOMINIUM #2 ENABLING DECLARATION ESTABLISHING A PLAN FOR CONDOMINIUM OWNERSHIP (THE "DECLARATION"), SAID DECLARATION BEING MADE BY BUILDING SYSTEMS HOUSING CORPORATION DATED AUGUST 30, 1972 AND RECORDED THE 14TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1972 WITH THE RECORDER OF DEEDS, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS DOCUMENT NO. 1239640 TOGETHER WITH AN UNDIVIDED 2.0026 PERCENTAGE INTEREST AS A TENANT IN COMMON IN AND TO THE COMMON ELEMENTS, SAID COMMON ELEMENTS BEING DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION AS CONSISTING OF ALL PORTIONS OF THE PARCEL EXCEPT THE UNITS, ALL AS DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL TWO: EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS CREATED BY DECLARATION RECORDED JUNE 2,1972, AS DOCUMENT 1228084 AND BY SUPPLEMENTARY DECLARATION RECORDED ON SEPTEMBER 14, 1972, AS DOCUMENT 1239638, BOTH MADE BY BUILDING SYSTEMS HOUSING CORPORATION AND BY DEED RECORDED OCTOBER 23, 1972, AS DOCUMENT 1243749 MADE BY BUILDING SYSTEMS HOUSING CORPORATION TO KAY C. VACCA FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL ONE OVER THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AS FULLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "C" ATTACHED TO THE AFORESAID DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENTS 1228084 AND 1239638 IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Permanent Index No. 15-17-256128 Said property is commonly known as: 1330 N. Glen Circle, Aurora, Illinois 60506

The person to contact for information regarding the property is: Brendan McClelland Sale terms: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). The Property is improved by a condominium Property may be inspection prior to sale: NO Together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenants thereunto belonging. Dated: December 9, 2011 WITNESS: DEBORAH SEYLLER Clerk of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Court, And the seal thereof, at Geneva, IL BRENDAN MCCLELLAND, Attorney for Plaintiff 105 W. ADAMS ST. SUITE 1100 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 212-4028. Please refer to file number 09-0762. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I397797

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF KANEGENEVA, ILLINOIS THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-OA19, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006OA19 Plaintiff, -vsBULFRANO HERNANDEZ, et al Defendants 09CHK 4857 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois, will on Thursday the 26th day of January 2012, at the hour of 9:00 a.m., at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, St. Charles, Illinois 60175, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Kane, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment to wit: LOTS 67 AND 68 OF NORTH LAKE MANOR, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 15, AND PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 29, 1927, IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS ON PAGE 12, IN AURORA TOWNSHIP, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Permanent Index No. 15-15-103010 Said property is commonly known as: 321 Lakelawn Blvd., Aurora, Illinois 60506 The person to contact for information regarding the property is: Brendan McClelland Sale terms: Ten percent (10%)

due by cash or certified funds at the time of sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). The Property is improved by a single family dwelling Property may be inspection prior to sale: NO Together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenants thereunto belonging. Dated: December 15, 2011 WITNESS: DEBORAH SEYLLER Clerk of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Court, And the seal thereof, at Geneva, IL BRENDAN MCCLELLAND, Attorney for Plaintiff 105 W. ADAMS ST. SUITE 1100 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 212-4028. Please refer to file number 09-0763. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I399267

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF KANE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N. A., AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FFH1, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FFH1 PLAINTIFF VS HECTOR CAZARES A/K/A HECTOR J. CAZARES; MIGUEL D. GONZALEZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS NO. 09 CH 1371 434 AVON STREET AURORA, IL 60505 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 23, 2009, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 2, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 5 OF RAND'S SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 10, 11 AND 12 OF HUNTOON'S SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 24, 25 AND 26 OF MILLER'S SUBDIVISION OF PART OF BLOCK 2 OF D.K. TOWN'S ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-27-130-017 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 434 AVON STREET AURORA, IL 60505

Description of Improvements: SINGLE FAMILY, WHITE FRAME HOUSE. NOT FOR SALE; UTILITIES ARE ON. The Judgment amount was $168,285.16. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0909406 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I397732

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 11 CH 01710 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for The BNC Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-2 PLAINTIFF Vs. Steven R. McLaren; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/25/2011, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/2/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 19 IN UNIT NO. 4, GREENFIELD VILLAGE, CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 15-18-305-009 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2280 Candleberry Lane Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or frac-

tion thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-07699. I398904

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 09 CH 01462 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for BNC Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-2 PLAINTIFF Vs. Oscar Torres; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/6/2009, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/2/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT SIX IN BLOCK D, PLAT OF EXPOSITION VIEW, COUNT OF KANE, STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 15-08-282-002 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1437 Exposition Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the

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highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-11201. I398903

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 11 CH 01006 U.S. Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Terrence L. Gregg; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/27/2011, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/2/12 at the hour of

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9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 26 (EXCEPT THE WESTERLY 3 FEET THEREOF) IN BLOCK 17 OF DOWNER PLACE ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 15-21-154-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 822 W. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-06213. I398914

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 11 CH 04127 Bank of America, N.A. PLAINTIFF Vs. Robert A. Cordes; Sandra M. Cordes a/k/a Sandra M. Lowry Cordes a/k/a Sandra N. Cordes; City of Aurora; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Sandra M. Cordes a/k/a Sandra M. Lowry Cordes a/k/a Sandra N. Cordes Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 4 IN BLOCK 18 OF WEST PARK ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 834 Charles Street Aurora, IL 60506 and which said Mortgage was made by: Robert A. Cordes Sandra M. Cordes a/k/a Sandra M. Lowry Cordes a/k/a Sandra N. Cordes the Mortgagor(s), to Bank of America, N.A., as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Kane County, Illinois, as Document No. 2005K153276; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Deborah Seyller P.O. Box 112 Geneva, IL 60134 on or before January 30, 2012, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-11-37065 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. I400285

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. PLAINTIFF VS ANITA M. ZUBOR; WALDEN WOODS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC.; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANITA M. ZUBOR, IF ANY; UN-

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January 5, 2012 KNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 09CHK 3496 2004 TALL OAKS DRIVE APT 2A AURORA, IL 60505 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on May 7, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: BUILDING 2004, UNIT 2-A IN WALDEN WOODS CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED ON A PLAT OF SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF REAL ESTATE: PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 1, AND OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT 'D' TO THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO DECLARATION RECORDED APRIL 1, 2000 AS DOCUMENT 2000K023549 AMENDING THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM FOR WALDEN WOODS CONDOMINIUM MADE BY OAK LANE/OAK CREEK, LLC A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, RECORDED AUGUST 13, 1999 AS DOCUMENT 1999K079570, IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER IN KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, AS SET FORTH IN SAID DECLARATION AND SURVEY, IN KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-12-103-169 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 2004 TALL OAKS DRIVE APT 2A AURORA, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: UNIT IN A THREE-STORY, MULTI-UNIT CONDOMINIUM BUILDING. NO GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $121,853.01. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWN-

ER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0916181 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399585

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING L.P. PLAINTIFF VS ANTONIO ZEPEDA A/K/A ANTONIO ZEPEDA, SR.; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ANTONIO ZEPEDA, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 09 CHK 3219 965 CHATEAU AVENUE AURORA, IL 60505 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 14, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 11 OF ARBOR COURTS, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-14-177-017 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 965 CHATEAU AVENUE AURORA, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: TWO-STORY, SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSE WITH ATTACHED GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $257,115.52. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the as-

sessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0915460 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399584

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF KANE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP PLAINTIFF VS GERARDO JIMENEZ; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GERARDO JIMENEZ, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; HARRIS, N.A.; DIANA MCINTOSH; DEFENDANTS NO. 09 CH 04604 132 FIFTH STREET AURORA, IL 60505 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on June 4, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 2, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: THAT PART OF LOT 9 IN BLOCK 1 OF JOHN SHORT'S SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST PART OF BLOCK 1 OF D.K. TOWN'S ADDITION TO AURORA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 9; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT, 112.5 FEET TO THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT; THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 51.4 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT, 112.5 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID WEST LINE 51.4 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-27-206-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 132 FIFTH STREET AURORA, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: WHITE ALUMINUM SIDING SPLIT LEVEL SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE LOT TRACT BLOCK BOOK PAGES The Judgment amount was $167,026.73. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds,

within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0933136 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I397746

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT LANGLADE COUNTY PUBLICATION SUMMONS Case No. 11-CV-224 The Honorable Fred W. Kawalski Case Code 30404 (Foreclosure of Mortgage) The amount claimed exceeds $5000.00 Wells Fargo Bank, NA, c/o Wachovia Mortgage, FSB, 4101 Wiseman Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78251, Plaintiff vs. Donna M. Hill and John Doe Hill, 1960 Tall Oaks Dr., Apt. 2A, Aurora, IL 605051460, Defendants THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as a defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after December 22, 2011 you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is 800 Clermont Street, Antigo, WI 54409-1947 and to Gray & Associates, L.L.P., plaintiff's attorney, whose address is 16345 West Glendale Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151-2841. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated this 14th day of December, 2011. William N. Foshag, State Bar No. 1020417, GRAY & ASSOCIATES, L.L.P., Attorneys for Plaintiff, 16345 W. Glendale Dr., New Berlin, WI 53151-2841, (414) 224-8404, (414) 224-1271. Gray & Associ-

ates, L.L.P. is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case, this communication should not be construed as an attempt to hold you personally liable for the debt.

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS ERNESTO H. MARTINEZ; GUADALUPE ORTIZ-MARTINEZ; CITY OF AURORA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 507 555 MICHIGAN AVENUE AURORA, IL 60506 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on November 9, 2011, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 16, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 4 IN BISHOP PARK SUBDIVISION, UNIT 2, SITUATED IN THE CITY OF AURORA, COUNTY OF KANE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-16-251-007 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 555 MICHIGAN AVENUE AURORA, IL 60506 Description of Improvements: ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME. ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $150,582.91. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE

LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1102592 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I401387

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE 10-038340 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY, GENEVA, ILLINOIS GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC PLAINTIFF, -vsSATURNINO AGUIRRE; DEFENDANT 10 CH 2230 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 28, 2011; Patrick Perez, Sheriff, 37W755 Il. Rt.38 Ste. A, Room JC 101, St Charles, IL 60175, will on February 2, 2012 at 9:00AM, at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, Illinois 60175 Room JC 101, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyfour (24) hours), the following described premises situated in Kane County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: THE WESTERLY 47 1/3 FEET OF LOT 1 IN BLOCK 2 OF C. WAGNER'S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST 5 1/4 ACRES OF BLOCK 13 OF D.K. TOWN'S ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 521 North Avenue, Aurora, IL 60505 Permanent Index No.: 15-27-251016 Improvements: Residential Structure: Unknown; Units: Unknown; Bedrooms: Unknown; Garage: Unknown; Bathrooms: Unknown, Other: Unknown The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale. The judgment amount was $75,547.68. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. Laura Wolf FISHER AND SHAPIRO, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 Attorney No: 6297986 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. I401985

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 10 CH 03266 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Park Place Securities, Inc. Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-WCH1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Melchor Ortiz; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/9/2010, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THAT PART OF LOTS 3 AND 4 IN BLOCK 2 OF O.N. SHEDD'S SUBDIVISION DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE NORTH LINE OF MOUNTAIN STREET 151.5 FEET EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 5 AFORESAID, 200 FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF MOUNTAIN STREET TO A POINT 240 FEET WEST OF THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH SAID EAST LINE 200 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF MOUNTAIN STREET; THENCE WEST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 15-14-327-051 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 970 Mountain Street Aurora, IL 60505 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further

recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-24433. I400773

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 11 CH 00540 Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP PLAINTIFF Vs. Ernesto Cordova; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/15/2011, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT TWELVE (12) IN BLOCK FOUR, OF WEST PARK ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE TOWNSHIP OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 15-16-351-016 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 618 Howard Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be re-

quired to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-45018. I400818

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 08CHK 1052 Chase Home Finance LLC sucessor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation PLAINTIFF Vs. Todd L. Morris a/k/a Todd Morris; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/31/2008, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 8 OF LEIGH SUBDIVISION, UNIT 7, AURORA TOWNSHIP, IN THE TOWNSHIP OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 15-30-254-016 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 819 Verity Street Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due

within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-08-08288. I400921

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 2011CH004061 Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, LP PLAINTIFF Vs. Jaime Figueroa; City of Aurora; Shamrock Court Phase II Condominium Association; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants DEFENDANTS NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Jaime Figueroa Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: UNIT NUMBER 1236 IN SHAMROCK COURT PHASE II CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PARCEL OF REAL ESTATE: PART OF

LOT 3 OF BOEALIS VILLAGE AND PART OF LOT 6 OF COUNTRY SQUIRE ESTATES, UNIT 3, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IF ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT "A" TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NO. 1656163, AS AMENDED, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, IN KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1236 Marywood Court Aurora, IL 60505 and which said Mortgage was made by: Jaime Figueroa the Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for America's Wholesale Lender, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Kane County, Illinois, as Document No. 2007K020300; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Deborah Seyller P.O. Box 112 Geneva, IL 60134 on or before February 6, 2012, A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100 Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 DuPage # 15170 Winnebago # 531 Our File No. 14-11-26590 NOTE: This law firm is deemed to be a debt collector. I401485

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2007-CH2 ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-CH2 PLAINTIFF VS ERIC R RASINSKI; KERRY RASINSKI; NATURE'S POINTE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ERIC R. RASINSKI, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 10 CH 01023 704 RYEGRASS TRAIL AURORA, IL 60504 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on June 11, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 16, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bid-

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der for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 112, IN NATURE'S POINTE UNIT 5, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JANUARY 16, 2002 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 2002K009726, IN KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-25-429-003 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 704 RYEGRASS TRAIL AURORA, IL 60504 Description of Improvements: DARK GRAY ALUMINUM TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME TWO CAR ATTACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $266,148.05. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0937292 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I401374

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2006RM1, ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-RM1 PLAINTIFF VS JULIO CANO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JULIO CANO, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD

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CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 10 CH 2428 117 NORTH KENDALL STREET AURORA, IL 60505 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on September 8, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 16, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: LOT 14 IN BLOCK 3 OF WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ADDITION TO AURORA, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 15-23-480-014 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 117 NORTH KENDALL STREET AURORA, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH A DETACHED TWO CAR GARAGE. The Judgment amount was $156,851.11. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.attypierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1013769 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I401383

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS 09 CH 00830 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley IXIS Real Estate Capital Trust 2006-1, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-1 PLAINTIFF Vs. Juan Amezquita; et. al. DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/2/2009, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 8, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER; THENCE EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION 660 FEET; THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION 561.66 FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION 913 FEET; THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION 172.8 FEET FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION 202 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88" 45' EAST 77.82 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION 202 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 45 MINUTES WEST 77.82 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, IN THE TOWNSHIP OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 15-10-401-043 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 441 Turner Road Aurora, IL 60505 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community,

January 5, 2012 purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-05049. I400752

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY GENEVA, ILLINOIS METLIFE HOME LOANS, A DIVISON OF METLIFE BANK, N.A. PLAINTIFF VS GERALD DILLON AKA GERALD WILFORD DILLON SR; EAST VIEW ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; CITY OF AURORA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 4457 1775 MOLITOR ROAD AURORA, IL 60505 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, EAST VIEW ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 1, BLOCK 4, UNIT 3, EAST VIEW ESTATES, TOWN OF AURORA, INTHE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1775 MOLITOR ROAD AURORA, IL 60505 and which said Mortgage was made by, GERALD DILLON AKA GERALD WILFORD DILLON SR; Mortgagor (s), to M.E.R.S., INC. AS NOMINEE FOR METLIFE HOME LOANS, A DIVISION OF METLIFE BANK, NA Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of KANE County, Illinois, as Document No. 009K081299; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County,

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS F11050290 WTH Oakmont Mortgage Pool 285, LP Plaintiff, vs. Donald Cleveland; GMAC Mortgage, LLC; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.; Dawn Cleveland; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. 11 CH 1949 Property Address: 1445 Liberty Street, Aurora, Illinois 60505 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the aboveentitled cause on November 14, 2011, I, Sheriff, Patrick B Perez of Kane County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 16, 2012, commencing at 9AM, at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, Room JC 101 to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: LOT 1 IN BLOCK 2, HIGHVIEW ADDITION TO AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1445 Liberty Street, Aurora, Illinois 60505 P.I.N.: 15-24-302-006 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $133,006.04 The property will NOT be open for inspection IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments fo the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Kane County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Anthony Porto at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, IL (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, call 630-453-6713 25 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60563 630-983-0770 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 42005, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 Louis Freedman3126104, Thomas Anselmo- 3125949, Steven Lindberg- 3126232, Doug Oliver - 6273607, Clay A. Mosberg- 1972316, Karl V. Meyer- 6220397, Bryan D. Hughes- 6300070, Ann W. Lopez- 6190037, Jonathan

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE JUDICIAL CIRCUIT KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS F10120072 Wells Fargo Bank, NA Plaintiff, vs. Elizabeth Arroyo; City of Aurora; Ricardo Fernandez; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. CASE NO. 10 CH 5750 Property Address: 479 Manor Place, Aurora, Illinois 60506 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the aboveentitled cause on November 7, 2011, I, Sheriff, Patrick B Perez of Kane County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 16, 2012, commencing at 9:00 AM , at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, St. Charles, IL 60175, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: LOT 34 OF NORTH PARK MANOR, IN THE CITY OF AURORA, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 479 Manor Place, Aurora, Illinois 60506 P.I.N.: 15-16-205-039 First Mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $188101.21 This Property is NOT open for inspection. IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments fo the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Kane County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Anthony Porto at FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, IL (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, call 630-453-6713 25 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60563 630-983-0770 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 42005, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 Louis Freedman3126104, Thomas Anselmo- 3125949, Steven Lindberg- 3126232, Doug Oliver - 6273607, Clay A. Mosberg- 1972316, Karl V. Meyer- 6220397, Bryan D. Hughes- 6300070, Ann W. Lopez- 6190037, Jonathan Nusgart- 6211908, William B. Kalbac- 6301771, Sarah K. Lash- 6300299, John Gerrity- 6303376, W. Brandon Rogers- 6302871, G. Stephen Caravajal, Jr. - 6284718 R410 I398222

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 434 Avon Street Aurora, IL 60505 State Of Illinois County Of Kane In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit Kane County - Geneva, Illinois, Wells Fargo Bank, N. A., As Trustee For First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2006FFH1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-FFH1, Plaintiff, Vs Hector Cazares A/K/A Hector J. Cazares; Miguel D. Gonzalez; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants NO. 09 CH 1371 434 Avon Street, Aurora, IL 60505 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 23, 2009, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 2, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-27-130-017 Commonly Known As: 434 Avon Street Aurora, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: Single Family, White Frame House. Not For Sale; Utilities Are On. The Judgment amount was $168,285.16. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0909406 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I397732

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 117 North Kendall Street Aurora, Il 60505 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County - Geneva, Illinois, U.S. Bank National Association, As Trustee For J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-RM1, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-RM1, Plaintiff, Vs Julio Cano; Unknown Heirs And Legatees Of Julio Cano, If Any; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants 10 CH 2428 117 North Kendall Street Aurora, Il 60505 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on September 8, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 16, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-23-480-014 Commonly Known As: 117 North Kendall Street Aurora, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: One Story Single Family Home With A Detached Two Car Garage. The Judgment amount was $156,851.11. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1013769 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I401383

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REAL ESTATE ant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on November 9, 2011, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 16, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-16-251-007 Commonly Known As: 555 Michigan Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506 Description of Improvements: One Story Single Family Home. One Car Attached Garage. The Judgment amount was $150,582.91. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1102592 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I401387

FOR SALE 521 North Avenue Aurora, IL 60505 10-038340 In The Circuit Court Of The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County, Geneva, Illinois, GMAC Mortgage, LLC, Plaintiff, -vs- Saturnino Aguirre; Defendant, 10 CH 2230 Notice of Sheriff's Sale Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 28, 2011; Patrick Perez, Sheriff, 37W755 Il. Rt.38 Ste. A, Room JC 101, St Charles, IL 60175, will on February 2, 2012 at 9:00AM, at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, Illinois 60175 Room JC 101, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyfour (24) hours), the following described premises situated in Kane County, Illinois. Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court. Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 521 North Avenue, Aurora, IL 60505 Permanent Index No.: 15-27-251016 Improvements: Residential Structure: Unknown; Units: Unknown; Bedrooms: Unknown; Garage: Unknown; Bathrooms: Unknown; Other: Unknown The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale. The judgment amount was $75,547.68. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information. Laura Wolf Fisher and Shapiro, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 Attorney No: 6297986 This Is An Attempt To Collect A Debt And Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose. Please Be Advised That If Your Personal Liability For This Debt Has Been Extinguished By A Discharge In Bankruptcy Or By An Order Granting In Rem Relief From Stay, This Notice Is Provided Solely To Foreclose The Mortgage Remaining On Your Property And Is Not An Attempt To Collect The Discharged Personal Obligation. I401985

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

FOR SALE 555 Michigan Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, PNC Bank, National Association, Plaintiff, Vs Ernesto H. Martinez; Guadalupe Ortiz-Martinez; City Of Aurora; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants 11 CH 507 555 Michigan Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursu-

FOR SALE 704 Ryegrass Trail Aurora, IL 60504 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee For J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2007-CH2 Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-CH2, Plaintiff, Vs Eric R Rasinski; Kerry Rasinski; Nature's Pointe Homeowners Association; Unknown Heirs And Legatees Of Eric R. Rasinski, If Any; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants 10 CH 01023 704 Ryegrass Trail Aurora, IL 60504 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

REAL ESTATE To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on June 11, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 16, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-25-429-003 Commonly Known As: 704 Ryegrass Trail Aurora, IL 60504 Description of Improvements: Dark Gray Aluminum Two Story Single Family Home Two Car Attached Garage. The Judgment amount was $266,148.05. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0937292 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I401374

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

FOR SALE 819 Verity Street Aurora, IL 60506 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 08CHK 1052, Chase Home Finance LLC sucessor by merger to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, Plaintiff, Vs. Todd L. Morris a/k/a Todd Morris; et. al., Defendants Notice of Sheriff's Sale of Real Estate Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/31/2008, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at

REAL ESTATE Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-30-254-016 Improved with Residential Commonly Known As: 819 Verity Street, Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-08-08288. I400921

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

FOR SALE 1445 Liberty Street Aurora, Illinois 60505 In The Circuit Court Of The Judicial Circuit, Kane County, Illinois F11050290, WTH Oakmont Mortgage Pool 285, LP, Plaintiff, vs. Donald Cleveland; GMAC Mortgage, LLC; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.; Dawn Cleveland; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants. 11 CH 1949 Property Address: 1445 Liberty

REAL ESTATE Street, Aurora, Illinois 60505 Notice Of Sheriff Sale Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the aboveentitled cause on November 14, 2011, I, Sheriff, Patrick B Perez of Kane County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 16, 2012, commencing at 9AM, at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, Room JC 101 to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 1445 Liberty Street, Aurora, Illinois 60505 P.I.N.: 15-24-302-006 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $133,006.04 The property will NOT be open for inspection In Accordance With 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), You Are Hereby Notifed That The Purchaser Of The Property, Other Than A Mortgagee, Shall Pay The Assessments And Legal Fees Required By Subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) Of Section 9 And The Assessments Required By Subsection (g-1) Of Section 18.5 Of The Illinois Condominium Property Act. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments fo the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Kane County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Anthony Porto at Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, IL (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, call 630-453-6713 25 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC 1807 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60563 630-983-0770 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 42005, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 Louis Freedman3126104, Thomas Anselmo- 3125949, Steven Lindberg- 3126232, Doug Oliver - 6273607, Clay A. Mosberg- 1972316, Karl V. Meyer- 6220397, Bryan D. Hughes- 6300070, Ann W. Lopez- 6190037, Jonathan Nusgart- 6211908, William B. Kalbac- 6301771, Sarah K. Lash- 6300299, John Gerrity- 6303376, W. Brandon Rogers- 6302871, G. Stephen Caravajal, Jr. - 6284718 R410 I399680

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

FOR SALE 618 Howard Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 11 CH 00540, Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP, Plaintiff, Vs. Ernesto Cordova; et. al. Defendants Notice of Sheriff's Sale of Real Estate Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 11/15/2011, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center,

REAL ESTATE 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-16-351-016 Improved with Single Family Home Commonly Known As: 618 Howard Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-45018. I400818

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

FOR SALE 970 Mountain Street Aurora, IL 60505 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 10 CH 03266 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Park Place Securities, Inc. Asset-Backed Pass- Through Certificates, Series 2005-WCH1, Plaintiff, Vs. Melchor Ortiz; et. al. Defendants Notice of Sheriff's Sale of Real Estate

REAL ESTATE Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/9/2010, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-14-327-051 Improved With Residential Commonly Known As: 970 Mountain Street, Aurora, IL 60505 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-24433. I400773

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

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Cla ssified REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 441 Turner Road Aurora, IL 60505 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 09 CH 00830 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley IXIS Real Estate Capital Trust 2006-1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-1, Plaintiff, Vs. Juan Amezquita; et. al., Defendants Notice of Sheriff's Sale of Real Estate Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/2/2009, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/9/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-10-401-043 Improved with Residential Commonly Known As: 441 Turner Road Aurora, IL 60505 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C.,

REAL ESTATE 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-05049. I400752

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

FOR SALE 479 Manor Place Aurora, Illinois 60506 In The Circuit Court Of The Judicial Circuit, Kane County, Illinois, F10120072, Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Plaintiff, vs. Elizabeth Arroyo; City of Aurora; Ricardo Fernandez; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants, Defendants. Case No. 10 CH 5750 Property Address: 479 Manor Place, Aurora, Illinois 60506 Notice Of Sheriff Sale Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the aboveentitled cause on November 7, 2011, I, Sheriff, Patrick B Perez of Kane County, Illinois, will hold a sale on February 16, 2012, commencing at 9:00 AM , at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, St. Charles, IL 60175, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 479 Manor Place, Aurora, Illinois 60506 P.I.N.: 15-16-205-039 First Mortgage Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $188101.21 This Property is NOT open for inspection. In Accordance With 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), You Are Hereby Notifed That The Purchaser Of The Property, Other Than A Mortgagee, Shall Pay The Assessments And Legal Fees Required By Subsections (g)(1) And (g)(4) Of Section 9 And The Assessments Required By Subsection (g-1) Of Section 18.5 Of The Illinois Condominium Property Act. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments fo the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Kane County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Anthony Porto at Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, IL (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, call 630-453-6713 25 hours prior to sale. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC 1807 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60563 630-983-0770 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 26122, DuPage 42005, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 Louis Freedman3126104, Thomas Anselmo- 3125949, Steven Lindberg- 3126232, Doug Oliver - 6273607, Clay A. Mosberg- 1972316, Karl V. Meyer- 6220397, Bryan D. Hughes- 6300070, Ann W. Lopez- 6190037, Jonathan Nusgart- 6211908, William B. Kalbac- 6301771, Sarah K. Lash- 6300299, John Gerrity- 6303376, W. Brandon Rogers- 6302871, G. Stephen Caravajal, Jr. - 6284718 R410 I398222

(Published in The Voice, January 5, 12, and 19, 2012).

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 1113 Rathbone Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County - Geneva, Illinois, BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Plaintiff, Vs Isaac J. Wilson; Morise A. Wilson; West Suburban Bank; Unknown Heirs And Legatees Of Isaac J. Wilson, If Any; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants 10 CH 00090 1113 Rathbone Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on May 5, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-29-276-027 15-29276-028 Commonly Known As: 1113 Rathbone Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506 Description of Improvements: House Style Is A Wood Siding Two Story With A Two Car Detached Garage. The Colorof The House Is Blue. The Utilities Are Off. The House Has A Fence. The Judgment amount was $194,616.02. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 151701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0935350 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399595

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 531 Watson Street Aurora, IL 60505 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 09CH 02983, BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Plaintiff, Vs., Ramon Contreras; et. al., Defendants Notice of Sheriff's sale of real estate Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 2/11/2010, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/2/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-27-402-019 Improved with Residential Commonly Known As: 531 Watson Street, Aurora, IL 60505 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-19538. I400100

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 965 Chateau Avenue Aurora, IL 60505 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County - Geneva, Illinois, BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. F/K/A Countrywide Home Loans Servicing L.P., Plaintiff, Vs Antonio Zepeda A/K/A Antonio Zepeda, Sr.; Unknown Heirs And Legatees of Antonio Zepeda, If Any; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants 09 CHK 3219 965 Chateau Avenue Aurora, IL 60505 Notice of Sale Pursuant To Judgment of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on July 14, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-14-177-017 Commonly Known As: 965 Chateau Avenue, Aurora, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: Two-Story, Single-Family House With Attached Garage. The Judgment amount was $257,115.52. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service. atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0915460 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399584

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 2004 Tall Oaks Drive Apt 2A Aurora, IL 60505 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County - Geneva, Illinois, BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP F/K/A Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P., Plaintiff, Vs Anita M. Zubor; Walden Woods Condominium Association, Inc.; Unknown Heirs And Legatees Of Anita M. Zubor, If Any; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants 09CHK 3496 2004 Tall Oaks Drive, Apt 2A AURORA, IL 60505 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on May 7, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-12-103-169 Commonly Known As: 2004 Tall Oaks Drive Apt 2A Aurora, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: Unit In A Three-Story, Multi-Unit Condominium Building. No Garage. The Judgment amount was $121,853.01. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0916181 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399585

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 1925 Beachview Road Pingree Grove, IL 60140 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County - Geneva, Illinois, BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Plaintiff, Vs Jeffrey L. Witkowski Aka Jeffrey L. Witkowski, Sr.; Lenette Witkowski; Cambridge Lakes Community Association; Unknown Owners And Non Record Claimants; Defendants 09 CH 04947 1925 Beachview Road, Pingree Grove, IL 60140 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 8, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 9, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 a.m., sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 02-29-304-009 Commonly Known As: 1925 Beachview Road Pingree Grove, IL 60140 Description of Improvements: Lot Tractblock Book Pages Brown Vinyl Two Story Single Family Home Three Car Attached Garage. The Judgment amount was $401,252.25. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0932561 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I399594

(Published in The Voice, December 29, January 5, and 12, 2012).

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Cla ssified REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 321 Lakelawn Blvd. Aurora, Illinois 60506 In The Circuit Court Of The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, County Of Kane-Geneva, Illinois, The Bank Of New York Mellon F/K/A The Bank Of New York, As Trustee For The Certificate Holders CWALT, Inc., Alternative Loan Trust 2006OA19, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-OA19, Plaintiff, -vs- Bulfrano Hernandez, et al, Defendants, 09CHK 4857 Notice of Sale Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois, will on Thursday the 26th day of January 2012, at the hour of 9:00 a.m., at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, St. Charles, Illinois 60175, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Kane, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment to wit: Permanent Index No. 15-15-103010 Said property is commonly known as: 321 Lakelawn Blvd., Aurora, Illinois 60506 The person to contact for information regarding the property is: Brendan McClelland Sale terms: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). The Property is improved by a single family dwelling Property may be inspection prior to sale: NO Together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenants thereunto belonging. Dated: December 15, 2011 Witness: Deborah Seyller Clerk of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Court, And the seal thereof, at Geneva, IL Brendan McClelland, Attorney for Plaintiff, 105 W. Adams St., Suite 1100, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 212-4028. Please refer to file number 09-0763. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I399267

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

FOR SALE 320 Oak Street North Aurora, IL 60542 In The Circuit Court Of The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, Kane County, Illinois, Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, As Trustee For The Pooling And Servicing Agreement Dated As Of February 1, 2005 Morgan Stanley ABS Capital I Inc. Trust 2005-NC1 Mortgage Pass Through Certificates, Series 2005-NC1, Plaintiff, -v.- Molly H. Schoeler, et al, Defendants, 11 CH 788

REAL ESTATE Notice Of Sheriff Sale Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 27, 2011, the Sheriff of Kane County will at 9:00 AM on January 19, 2012, at the Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, Saint Charles, IL, 60175, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 320 Oak Street, North Aurora, IL 60542 Property Index No. 15-04-127005 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $157,643.56. Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; the balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: Randall S. Miller & Associates , 120 N. Lasalle Street, Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 . Please refer to file number 10IL01100-1. I399543

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

FOR SALE 1437 Exposition Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 09 CH 01462, U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for BNC Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-2, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-2, Plaintiff, Vs. Oscar Torres; et. al., Defendants Notice of Sheriff's Sale of Real Estate Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/6/2009, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on

REAL ESTATE 2/2/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-08-282-002 Improved with Residential Commonly Known As: 1437 Exposition Avenue Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-11201. I398903

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

FOR SALE 1330 N. Glen Circle Aurora, Illinois 60506 In The Circuit Court Of The Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, County Of Kane-Geneva, Illinois, The Bank Of New York Mellon F/K/A The Bank Of New York, As Trustee For The Certificate Holders Cwabs, Inc., Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-BC5, Plaintiff, -vs-

REAL ESTATE Omar Ibarra, et al, Defendants, 09 CHK 4541, Notice Of Sale Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois, will on Thursday the 19th day of January 2012, at the hour of 9:00 A.M., at the Kane County Judicial Center, located at 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101, St. Charles, Illinois 60175, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Kane, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said judgment to wit: Permanent Index No. 15-17-256128 Said property is commonly known as: 1330 N. Glen Circle, Aurora, Illinois 60506 The person to contact for information regarding the property is: Brendan McClelland Sale terms: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). The Property is improved by a condominium Property may be inspection prior to sale: NO Together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenants thereunto belonging. Dated: December 9, 2011 Witness: Deborah Seyller Clerk of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit Court, And the seal thereof, at Geneva, IL Brendan McClelland, Attorney for Plaintiff 105 W. ADAMS ST. SUITE 1100 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 212-4028. Please refer to file number 09-0762. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I397797

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

FOR SALE 2280 Candleberry Lane Aurora, IL 60506 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 11 CH 01710, U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for The BNC Mortgage Loan Trust 2006-2, Plaintiff, Vs. Steven R. McLaren; et. al., Defendants Notice of Sheriff's Sale of Real Estate Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/25/2011, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/2/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for

REAL ESTATE cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-18-305-009 Improved with Single Family Home Commonly Known As: 2280 Candleberry Lane, Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-07699. I398904

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

FOR SALE 822 W. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506 In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit, Kane County Geneva, Illinois, 11 CH 01006, U.S. Bank, National Association, Plaintiff, Vs. Terrence L. Gregg; et. al., Defendants Notice of Sheriff's Sale of Real Estate Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/27/2011, Patrick B. Perez, the Sheriff of Kane County, Illinois will on 2/2/12 at the hour of 9:00am at Kane County Judicial Center,

REAL ESTATE 37W777 Route 38, Room JC 101 St. Charles, IL 60175, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Kane and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 15-21-154-008 Improved with Single Family Home Commonly Known As: 822 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL 60506 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information. If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Days After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-06213. I398914

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

FOR SALE 132 Fifth Street Aurora, IL 60505 State Of Illinois County Of Kane In The Circuit Court For The 16th Judicial Circuit Kane County - Geneva, Illinois, BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP, Plaintiff, Vs Gerardo Jimenez; Unknown Heirs And Legatees Of Gerardo Jimenez, If Any; Unknown Owners And Non Record

REAL ESTATE Claimants; Harris, N.A.; Diana Mcintosh; Defendants NO. 09 CH 04604 132 Fifth Street Aurora, IL 60505 Notice Of Sale Pursuant To Judgment Of Foreclosure Under Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Act ***This Document Is An Attempt To Collect On A Debt. Any Information Obtained Will Be Used For That Purpose*** Public Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on June 4, 2010, KANE COUNTY SHERIFF in KANE County, Illinois, will on February 2, 2012, in Room JC 101, Kane County Judicial Center, 37W777 Route 38, St. Charles, IL 60175, at 9:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of KANE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 15-27-206-015 Commonly Known As: 132 Fifth Street, Aurora, IL 60505 Description of Improvements: White Aluminum Siding Split Level Single Family Home With A Two Car Detached Garage Lot Tract Block Book Pages The Judgment amount was $167,026.73. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If You Are The Mortgagor (Homeowner), You Have The Right To Remain In Possession For 30 Dyas After Entry Of An Order Of Possession, In Accordance With Section 15-1701(C) Of The Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA0933136 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale. I397746

(Published in The Voice, December 22 and 29, 2011 and January 5, 2012).

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New year’s wish: To-do list for a better world for us all school board meeting or city council meeting. Get By John W. Whitehead Each year, I wish for the same things: An end involved with a nonprofit that works in your comto war, poverty, hunger, violence and disease, and munity. Whatever you do, reduce your intake of each year, I find the world relatively unchanged. mindless television and entertainment news. • Show compassion to those in need; be kind to Millions continue to die every year, casualties of a world that places greater value on war machines those around you, forgive those who have wronged you, and teach your children to do the and profit margins than human life. same. Increasingly, too many seem I’ve seen enough of the world in to be forgetting their ps and qs, basic my 65 years to know that wishing is manners that were drilled into older not enough. We need to be doing. It’s generations. I’m talking about simple not possible to solve all of the world’s things such as holding a door open for problems right away. But there are someone, helping someone stranded practical steps each of us can take, on the side of the road, and saying hopefully to get things moving in the please and thank you to those who do right direction. you a service. Here’s what I would suggest for a • Talk less, listen more. Take less, start: and give more. If we spent less time • Tone down the partisan rhetoric; dwelling on and attending to their the us vs. them mentality. Instead of own needs and more time trying to wasting time and resources on politihelp and understand those around cal infighting, which gets us nowhere, them, many of the problems we curit’s time Americans learned to work rently face could be eliminated. together to solve the problems before John W. Whitehead • Stop acting entitled and start beus. The best place to start is in our own communities, neighbor to neighbor. Politics ing empowered. We have moved into the Age of never will be the answer. Grassroots activism is Entitlement, where more and more of us feel entitled to certain benefits without having to work the only kind of change you can count on. • Turn off the television and tune into what’s for them. There’s nothing wrong with helping happening in your family, in your community and those less fortunate, but as my parents taught me, your world. Read your local newspaper. Attend a there’s a lot to be said for an honest day’s work.

Naperville resident Jack Meachum, third from right, was among Aurora University lacrosse Spartans who collected $250 and 125 toys in a second annual Toys for Tots drive in December 2011. From left are Will Poletis, assistant coach; Spencer Fuqua; Zack Olsen; Justin Bose; Meachum; Garret Rosiek; and Kylor Berkman, head coach. The Spartans’ 2012 lacrosse season home opener will be at 1:30 p.m. February 25 against Oberlin College at Vago Field in Aurora. Al Benson photo

• Remember that all people are endowed with inalienable rights. Torturing detainees and denying basic rights to non-citizens not only goes against everything that the U.S. is supposed to stand for, but it goes against every principle common to all world religions, such as forgiveness, charity, nonjudgmentalism, nonviolence. • Stop being a hater. Increasingly, we as a society have come to reflect the hostility at work in the world at large. This is so even in a virtual microcrosm such as Facebook, where unfriending those with whom you might disagree has become commonplace. • Learn tolerance in the true sense of the word. There’s no need to legislate tolerance through hate crime legislation and other politically correct mechanisms of compliance. True tolerance stems from a basic respect for one’s fellow man or woman. And it should be taught to children from the time they can understand right from wrong. • Treat women like individuals, not things. If pop culture and the media are any reflection of how women and girls are viewed today, primarily as sex objects, then one can only wonder what exactly the women’s rights movement has been doing in recent years. • Value your family. The traditional family, such that it is, is already in great disrepair, torn apart by divorce, infidelity, overscheduling, overwork, materialism, and an absence of spirituality. Despite the billions we spend on childcare, toys, clothes, private lessons, and more, a concern for our children no longer seems to be a prime factor in how we live our lives. We are beginning to see the blowback from collapsing familial relationships. Indeed, more and more, I hear about young people refusing to talk to their parents, grandparents being denied access to their grandchildren, and older individuals left to molder away in nursing homes. Yet, without the family, the true building block of our nation, there can be no freedom. • Feed the hungry, shelter the homeless and comfort the lonely and broken-hearted. Volunteer at a soup kitchen. Take part in local food drives. Take a meal to a needy family. Adopt an elderly person at a nursing home. Support the creation of local homeless shelters in your community. Urge your churches, synagogues, and mosques to act as rotating thermal shelters for the homeless during the cold Winter months. • Give peace a chance. So far, the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Pakistan have cost American taxpayers nearly $4 Trillion, and that doesn’t even begin to approach the human cost in lives lost, military and civilian, and families sent asunder. The military industrial complex has a lot to gain financially so long as America continues to wage its wars at home and abroad, but you can be sure that the American people will lose everything unless we find some way to give peace a chance. • Start your own teaspoon brigade. You don’t have to solve all the world’s problems single-handedly, nor do you have to solve them overnight. Little by little, you’ll get there, but you have to start somewhere. It is up to each of us to do our part to make this a better world for all. —The Rutherford Institute