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BB gun shots cost thousands in damage More than a dozen windows vandalized in Forest Park, Oak Park

By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER and NONA TEPPER

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Staff Reporters

hey may be small, but BB guns impact can be huge. Shots left on windows, doors and even one man’s face have cost local residents thousands over the past five months.

In Forest Park, at least 10 incidents involving BB guns have been reported since June. In Oak Park, 13 incidents involving BB guns have been reported since mid-August. No BB gun shots have been reported in River Forest.

Property, primarily storefront windows and parked vehicles, has largely been the targets of the shootings.

But on the night of Halloween, a Chicago resident was shot in the left cheek on the 900 block of Mapleton Avenue in Oak Park. Perpetrators in that shooting were described as three or four people riding in a white and gray, four-door vehicle.

“What it’s going to take is somebody to see it happen, and get a vehicle description, and a suspect description,” said Thomas Aftanas, Forest Park police chief.

Aftanas said the majority of activity has taken place along Madison Street and Roosevelt Road. Three incidents involved offenders shooting at parked cars, he said. Most offenders strike at night, Aftanas said.

Their targets include the windows of Proviso Math and Science Academy at 8601 W. Roosevelt Rd.; Kay’s Bakery at 7332 Madison St.; and Sylvan Learning Center at 7217 Madison St. “Honestly I think they just do it at random, just to See BB GUN on page 11

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Keeping it local

Lois Johnson, left, of Terre Haute, Ind., purchases artwork from Jennifer Diprova on Nov. 25, at La Casa De Frida during the Shop Small event on Small Business Saturday in downtown Forest Park. Diprova said all of the artwork and pottery is imported from Mexico.

Disgusted with Aramark, D209 explores food options

Parting ways with billion-dollar company could mean legal battle

By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 is exploring cutting ties with

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I am so over ageism

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geism: The federal government coined the term in 1969, which refers to discriminating against people because of their age. Two years later, the feds outlawed employers’ practice of rejecting job applicants who were over age 40.

Despite the law, age discrimination is more common than ever.

Ageism is rampant in the workplace, where older workers can’t get hired or are quickly pushed out the door. Companies can discount the abilities of young adults too, paying them low salaries or holding them in positions for which they’re overqualified but “haven’t put in the time” to get promoted.

In the entertainment industry, ageism is more prevalent than ever. It’s a real nightmare for female actors, who generally pass from starlet to has-been in a few short years. Actress Liv Tyler complained that she is relegated to mom roles, now that she’s 38.

Some of these actresses contributed to the 15 billion dollars Americans spent on plastic surgery last year, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Besides botox, many dye their hair. They cling desperately to youth.

But the irony is that older people don’t necessarily feel old inside. The self-image they formed in their 20’s is still how many feel in their 60’s.

I am 63-years-old and have never felt physically better in my life. I attribute this to my poor diet and lack of exercise.

Emotionally, I’m stuck at 14.

Maturity-wise, I’m still in my 20’s. I don’t have the energy level I had in my 20’s, but at least nothing hurts.

My mental health has also improved. Many of us survived the emotional storms of our youth and are somewhat at peace. I’d like to retire someday, but almost 20 percent of us over 65 are still gainfully employed, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

In fact, households headed by this age group are wealthier than those led by 35-year-olds.

I thought the elderly were supposed to be useless.

Old people didn’t always suffer discrimination. We used to be prized for our knowledge, wisdom and experience.

These gifts are no longer in great demand during the age of Google. Our grandkids are too impatient to wait for an answer they can easily look up on their phone. They may see us as cuddly but clueless.

Some older adults don’t appreciate these

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The irony

is that older people don’t necessarily feel old inside.

assumptions. They choose to avoid young people altogether, by living in retirement communities. They prefer the serenity of driving a golf cart to dealing with noisy kids and their parents.

Personally, I prefer living in Forest Park, a community with a diverse age range, rather than too-sedate senior living. I like sharing the streets with retirees, young parents pushing strollers and high-spirited kids. Although I’ve been mocked as an old man, I’m not buying into the myth that my age makes me less productive and not worthy of respect. I’ll always keep my spirit of adventure and sense of curiosity.

My curiosity led me to explore ways we can combat ageism in our community. We can welcome the elderly to live among us, by inviting them into our homes for meals.

We can check on them to make sure they’re alright. Recently, I called an 85-year-old neighbor who suffered a fall.

“Do you want to come over and pay homage to me?” she said.

That was exactly what I wanted to do.

When I arrived, a couple was just leaving.

Neighbors had cleaned her house, cooked her meals and cared for her pets. Because that’s how we reject ageism in Forest Park.

■■John Rice is a columnist/private detective, who has seen his business and family thrive in Forest Park. He thoroughly enjoys life in the village and still gets a thrill smelling Red Hots, watching softball and strolling through cemeteries. Jrice1038@aol.com

New summer school program for D91, D90 students Power Scholars will follow the BELL curriculum to address the minority achievement gap

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

Four organizations are fighting this summer for student equity in Forest Park and River Forest.

District 90 River Forest and District 91 Forest Park schools, the West Cook YMCA, and the Building Educated Leaders for Life (BELL) educational curriculum have partnered to start Power Scholars Academy, a summer school program meant to foster emotional, social and educational development for students who need something outside the classroom.

“Through this partnership, we will be able to offer students a high-quality, evidencebased, summer program that includes academic and social/emotional development, as well as enrichment activities,” said Louis Cavallo, D91 superintendent, in a released statement.

Organizations will choose 120 students from D91 and D90 to participate in the fiveweek, full-day summer program. Classes start in June 2018 and run Monday through

D91, Simmons said. Breakfast, Friday at Field Stevenson lunch and transportation will Elementary School at 925 Bebe provided by the schools. loit Ave. Schools will choose Classes will be taught by students from grades 1-5 to teachers trained in the BELL participate, and invitations curriculum, which combines will be sent later this winsmall-group instruction with ter, said Dawne Simmons, field trips, community service D91 spokeswoman. projects and mentoring activiThe measures by which ties, such as college and career students will be selected are presentations. At least three not yet finalized, but stuhours of the daily program will dents, both gifted and those be dedicated to math and litwho struggle academically eracy skills, an hour devoted to and emotionally, will be LOUIS CAVALLO exercise and the rest dedicated considered, Simmons said.

D91 superintendent to hands-on learning. Power “It’s for students who Scholars will also work to enneed something outside the gage student’s families by hostclassroom,” she said. ing at least two special events.

The BELL curriculum “The Power Scholars Acadwas developed, in part, to address the gap in test scores that consis- emy represents a key partnership that Distently exists between minority and low- trict 90 is developing in order to leverage the income students and their majority-white district’s resources and strengthen relationships within the community on behalf of counterparts.

Up to 40 kids from D90 will be selected our students,” said Ed Condon, D90 superfor the program; the rest will come from intendent.

“ Through this partnership, we will be able to offer students a high-quality, evidence-based, summer program.”

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Correction A bar graph in the Nov. 22 issue of the Forest Park Review mistakenly identified the number of carjacking thefts the town has experienced over the past five years. Forest Park has experienced four car-jackings so far in 2017; two total in 2016; three in 2014; and none in 2013. Forest Park has had 54 car thefts so far in 2017; 32 total in 2016; 25 in 2015; 31 in 2014 and 54 in 2013. The Forest Park police department provided these numbers.

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Drug strength prompts police to double Narcan doses Overdoses now require two sprays of the powerful opioid-reverser

Forest Park Fire Department Calls

By NONA TEPPER

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There the victim lay, alone and passed out in the 3152 3121 parking lot of Thornton’s gas station on Harlem, with 3000 2974 a seatbelt wrapped around the arm. Police Chief Tom 2940 Aftanas thought the victim was dead. Then the ambulance arrived, gave a nasal shot of narcan and imme2500 diately reversed the patient’s overdose.

“The first time I ever saw it, I thought, ‘That stuff ’s amazing,’” Aftanas recalled.

Inspired by the quick-acting opioid reverser — and 2000 a presentation by the DuPage County coroner about how seconds spent blacked out can lead to permanent brain damage — Forest Park police started using File photo 1500 Narcan in April 2016, outfitting their then 30 street officers with two doses of Narcan each. That cost the LIFESAVER: Narcan kits have been getting a workout in village about $1,940. In the year and a half since, po- Forest Park. lice have revived at least six victims. And recently, 1000 they’ve started using it even more. the amount of Narcan available in a single dose to 4 ml “When we first started it, one dosage of Narcan would from 2 ml, in reaction to the area’s growing fentanyl bring them right back,” Aftanas said. “Now heroin is so problem. strong it’s taken us a lot more than we usually have to give 500 “We used to give them a shot of Narcan and they them.” were up,” said Bob McDermott, fire chief. “Now you’re Local victims now often need two doses of Narcan to re- lucky if you wake up by the time you get to the hospiverse their overdose instead of one, Aftanas said, explaining tal.”

0 it’s because heroin, cocaine and other drugs are now being Forest Park fire and emergency medical services cut with fentanyl, a synthetic opioid up to 50 times stronger have been using Narcan for a long time; McDermott 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 than heroin. Forest Park police buy their Narcan from the said he graduated from paramedic school in 1992 and Information courtesy Forest Park Fire Department DuPage County Health Department Narcan Program. they were using it then. The fire department is proDuPage received a federal grant for $1.5 million in Septem- jected to receive 3,400 emergency calls by the year’s ber 2017 to provide additional emergency training, Narcan, end, the most in at least six years. McDermott partialmake money,” Aftanas said. “Well, you don’t make money if and other medication for opioid abuse. Grant money will ly attributes increased calls to rising drug use in the area. you’re killing your customers.” partially be used to now refill Forest Park’s Narcan supply “Why they’re using fentanyl, I don’t know because the CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com for free. In February 2018, DuPage will also start doubling goal of the pushers — the gangs that are pushing it — is to

Garfield stop sign request moves forward, slowly Council refers proposal to Traffic & Safety Commission for a hearing

By ROBERT J. LIFKA Contributing Reporter

Efforts to address traffic congestion around Garfield School, 543 Hannah Ave., are officially in the hands of the Forest Park Traffic & Safety Commission.

At Monday’s meeting, the village council agreed with Mayor Anthony Calderone’s recommendation that the matter be referred to the Traffic & Safety Commission to be discussed at the commission’s Dec. 21 meeting. However, Calderone cautioned the commission might have difficulty achieving a quorum for the meeting due to its proximity to the holidays.

During the public comment portion of the meeting, Julianne Bonwit, a Forest Park resident and parent of a Garfield student, presented a petition signed by over 80 people requesting that a stop sign be placed at the intersection of Hannah and Jackson Boulevard. Her efforts began in September when she brought the matter to the attention of school District 91’s Citizens Advisory Council parent interest group, but a series of twists and turns ensued as she

attempted to make her request heard by the school district and village officials.

Calderone apologized to Bonwit at the meeting for any part the village had in complications she faced but noted participation by D91 will be required in resolving the issue.

“The school district has to be part of the solution,” he said.

Commissioner Dan Novak agreed.

“We need the two governing bodies to work together,” he said.

Commissioner Joe Byrnes said he had forwarded four suggestions for reducing the traffic congestion, including relocating a crossing guard and temporarily assigning a uniformed police officer to the intersection.

Novak, however, argued that reinstating the use of temporary pedestrian crosswalk signs at the intersection would be a better solution.

He believes the signs were purchased by the school district, perhaps in 2013 when Hannah was designated as a oneway street during school hours. The two signs were placed on Jackson when the temporary one-way sign was placed on

Hannah before school started in the morning and all three were removed after school ended in the afternoon.

Novak, who said he lives across the street from the school, said the signs were effective but does not know when or why school officials stopped using them.

“How can we reinstitute what we did before?” he asked.

Novak said he has spoken JULIANNE BONWIT to a school district representative but was not aware of any official response.

Bonwit said she was pleased that Byrnes and Novak brought suggestions to the meeting but was disappointed that the only action was referring the matter to the Traffic & Safety Commission, especially since this is not a new issue.

“It felt like Commissioner Byrnes and Commissioner Novak wanted something to happen,” she said. “It was disappointing nothing further happened.”

Bonwit hopes village officials can work with the school district to find a solution, just as they did with businesses on Madison Street and the Park District of Forest Park in addressing traffic safety issues.

Celebrating 100 Years GEO JOB GROWTH: An geoengineering professional at work. One grant Triton received will fund a scholarship program for students interested in the field.

Photo by Menard Oceania

Triton touts over $1M in grants in two months Will fund sex assault and domestic violence training, scholarships and more

By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

Since October, Triton College has announced a succession of large grants that will fund initiatives both on and off the college’s River Grove campus.

In October, the college announced it was awarded a 2017 national leadership grant from the Washington D.C.-based Institute of Museum and Library Services that will allow Triton to partner with the Oak Parkbased Equity Team Inc. (E-Team) and the Oak Park Public Library on a new college and career readiness initiative.

Formally called “Triton College Activating Community Opportunities,” the new initiative began Oct. 1. Students from two mentoring programs at Triton have been working with Oak Park and River Forest High School students each day at the Oak Park library.

In addition to tutoring and mentoring, the initiative also offers activities like health and career fairs, family engagement seminars and financial planning seminars — all designed to eliminate the achievement and opportunity gaps between white and black students in the Oak Park area.

In November, Triton announced a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women, which will fund the implementation of additional educational programs and training related to sexual assault and domestic violence prevention.

Triton has partnered with the River Grove Police Department and Oak Park-based Sarah’s Inn, a domestic violence resource center, on this initiative. The DOJ grant will help “support the newly formed Triton College Coordinated Community Response Team, which will implement mandatory sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and a stalking prevention program for all incoming Triton students,” according to a statement released by the college on Nov. 21.

“This grant will assist in the coordination

of on- and off-campus victim services organizations and the local criminal justice system to provide holistic support and services for our students,” stated Corey Williams, Triton’s dean of student services.

Earlier this month, Triton also announced that it had been awarded a $650,000 grant to support students pursuing careers in geology, environmental science, engineering and similar fields.

The five-year grant comes from the National Science Foundation, an independent federal agency designed to promote scientific progress and that funds basic scientific research at colleges and universities across the country.

Nearly $400,000 of the grant funds will go to student scholarships while the rest of the money will cover equipment, mentoring services, research and other supports. The scholarships will address the need for more geoengineering professionals in the region.

In Illinois, occupations in the geoengineering field will grow by 15 to 20 percent over the next decade, according to a Triton statement announcing the grant funding.

“There’s a big workforce need,” said Dr. Sheldon Turner, the grant’s principal investigator. “There is a growing number of environmental science jobs out there and we are excited to take the lead on preparing students to succeed in those roles.”

Turner said environmental remediation efforts are driving the need for geoengineering workers.

“One of the big things in the Chicago area is finding all of the leaking tanks left behind by closed factories and gas stations and getting them out of the ground to protect our groundwater, as well as our rivers and Lake Michigan,” he said.

Students interested in enrolling in the scholarship program can contact Turner at 708-456-0300, ext. 3008 or by email at sheldonturner@triton.edu.

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State grant would help fund bike routes in Forest Park Village’s Bikeways Project hopes for boost from Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program

By ROBERT J. LIFKA Contributing Reporter

Forest Park officials are hoping financial assistance from the state of Illinois will help them make the village friendlier to bicyclists.

The village council, Nov. 27, unanimously approved application for a $227,101 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant to establish four on-street bicycle routes. The total cost of the project, called the Forest Park Bikeways Project, would be $283,780, of which the village would provide $56,770.

The bicycle routes would be established by utilizing pavement markings and signage on Circle Avenue from Harlem Avenue to 16th Street; Jackson Boulevard from Harlem to Desplaines Avenue; Harvard Street from Harlem to Desplaines; and Van Buren Street from the Illinois Prairie Path to Desplaines. Village officials describe the four streets targeted for the proposed routes as “minor arterials” with low traffic.

The project also includes installation of 10 bicycle parking facilities, two on Van Buren and eight on Circle.

Village Administrator Tim Gillian said the pavement markings and signage would be similar to that on Jackson going into Oak Park.

“Like many other communities, we want to continue, where possible, bicycle strategies and this will be one of those efforts,” Mayor Anthony Calderone explained. “We have to take it where we can find it and integrate it into our

cated bicycle route or shared lane. The proposed pavement markings and signage would alert motorists about shared roadway responsibility, increasing awareness, they added.

Gillian said the grant applications are due Feb. 1 with announcement of awards expected in three to six months.

If the village is not successful in obtaining the grant, the project will be tabled until another grant opportunity presents itself, he added.

Village officials said the streets chosen for the bicycle routes are in central locations and connect the village’s east, west, north and south boundaries. The proposed bicycle routes would connect with existing bicycle facilities such as the Illinois Prairie Path on the west side of the village and proposed bicycle facilities such as bicycle lanes under the Eisenhower Expressway expansion project.

In the grant application, village officials note that the proposed improvements are based on a report compiled by File the Active Transportation Alliance, which analyzed bicy2012 Historical Society Bike Tour cle facilities within the village for possible improvements.

In the report, the alliance outlined the need for increased roadways.” multi-model transportation facilities in the village.

He acknowledged that the project would not provide comIn addition to providing bicyclists with a dedicated, safe pletely separate bicycle lanes. path through the community and guide them to points of “With our narrow streets, it’s really hard to provide the interest in the village, secondary benefits of the project separation between bicycle traffic and vehicle traffic that’s include improved public health and decreased dependence seen in other communities,” he said. on vehicular transportation. Village officials said local biIn the grant application, village officials said the project cyclists describe the proposed routes as “comfortable” and would improve safety for bicyclists by providing a safe, dedi- “having good connections.”

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What to look forward to during this year’s Holiday Walk Reindeer, a sleigh ride, live-window displays and more

By TOM HOLMES Contributing Reporter

Local businesses are excited to cash in on the increased foot traffic Forest Park’s annual Holiday Walk reliably brings. Organized by the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce, the Holiday Walk is scheduled to run from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 1 along Madison Street.

Janet Todd, co-owner of Todd and Holland Tea Merchants, said last year the shop was so crowded during the Holiday Walk that revelers had trouble walking from the front of the store to the back. Tea Merchants served 400 cups of tea and 1,000 butter cookies, Todd said. Even if people don’t buy in the moment, Todd said the Holiday Walk offers patrons a fun opportunity to browse, and that walkers of often return to 7311 Madison St. for serious shopping. She keeps Tea Merchants open late every year so Holiday Walk attendees can stroll in.

“Even if we didn’t get more business from the event it’s fun to be a part of it,” she said. “Everybody is out with their families and having a good time. It makes me feel like we are part of the community.”

Art Sundry, owner of caffe De Luca, said the restaurant also benefits from the increased foot traffic.

“Of all the events throughout the year on Madison St., this is our favorite,” Sundry said.

Like previous years, he said 7427 Madison St. will put up festive decorations in time for the annual walk. Most businesses feature a livewindow display, where employees dress up and act out holiday scenes in their storefront.

Every year, Rich Schauer, owner of Schauer Hardware at 7449 Madison St., said he scrambles to prepare for the live-window display, of often coming up with ideas just two days before.

He said this year he’s thinking of dressing as the Grinch again, same as last year.

“Even though you may not make money during the walk, it does give your business exposure,” he said. “Out of all the events that happen each year, this is the one that draws people.”

Live-window performances actually inspired the first Holiday Walk about 10 years ago, said Laurie Kokenes, director of the Chamber of Commerce. She said she saw a keyboardist performing in the window of Ouitsch Florist and felt inspired. Kokenes started the Holiday Walk.

“Merchants have [since] had funny, sweet and ‘handson’ windows where folks participate in some way,” she said.

This year, The Forest Park Arts Alliance will provide free costumes to Holiday Walk patrons who want to be part of their livewindow display at the corner of Beloit Avenue and Madison Street.

Mayor Anthony Calderone will start the Walk by lighting the tree at Constitution Court.

Calderone will be escorted by a fire engine and police. From there, Santa will arrive for photo ops at Forest Park National Bank at 7348 Madison St, and stay until 8 p.m. The Montessori Language Academy, along with Todd and Holland Tea Merchants, will bring live reindeer to 7311 Madison St. Kids can get their face painted at Paulson’s Paint at 7400 Madison St. Families will also be able to enjoy a ride in a real sleigh.

The Village and the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce pay for the decorations along Madison Street. Kokenes named other sponsors as Forest Agency Insurance; Dorothy Gillian; April Baker; Everett Wealth Solutions; Woodlawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park; Christopher B. Burke Engineering; Currie Motors; and caffe De Luca.

Hephzibah’s Bring-A-Gift Party Wednesday, Dec. 6, 6 to 10 p.m., Healy’s Westside: Help make the holidays merry for children. Donate a gift for any age child, gift card or cash.

Enjoy drink specials and raffles. 21+. 7321 Madison St., Forest Park. Or, donate directly to Hephzibah Children’s Association. Wish List items include remote control toys, Transformer- and Frozen-themed items, LEGOs and craft kits. More: hephzibahhome.org, 708-649-7100. Drop off by Dec 16 at 946 North Blvd., Oak Park.

Talk and Sign Author Bill Rapp will visit Centuries and Sleuth’s bookstore at 7419 W. Madison St. at 7 p.m. on Dec. 1 to talk about his new book “The Hapsburg Variation,” his second mystery thriller novel that explores the Cold War.

Michael Teolis Singers “Christmas Is Coming” Saturday, Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church: Hear new Christmas sounds, new takes on old favorites, reprises from past seasons and the Chicago premiere of John Gardner’s “Cantata For Christmas” for chorus and chamber orchestra. Local musicians include Oak Park singers Chris Bohlander, Barb Etchingham, and Laura Juliano. Forest Parkers include Louise Brueggemann, Nancy Greco, Erik Johnson, and accompanist David Richards. In it’s 11th season, MTS is partially funded by the Oak Park Area Arts Council, the Village of Oak Park and the National Endowment for the Arts. Physically accessible. $20; $15.00, seniors/students; cash only at the door.

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Proviso East Theater program presents comedy “Last Day of School” by Ian McWethy, at 7 p.m. on Dec. 1 at the Proviso East High School Auditorium. It’s the final day of classes at Rochester High School and a renegade student takes over morning announcements and proposes the entire school do something bold, stupid or somewhere in between. Tickets $10.

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Community Center provides 160 families with Thanksgiving dinner Donated meals included turkey, sweet potatoes, pie and more

By JOHN RICE Contributing Reporter

Every year, for the past two years, Karen Smith has returned to Howard Mohr Community Center to pick up the free turkey, sweet potatoes, rolls, pies and more the Center provides to feed her family of five. “It’s a beautiful thing,� said Smith, who is raising her nieces, who range in age from two to 16.

Smith joined 160 other residents who benefitted from the Center’s annual distribution of turkey feasts Nov. 22. Just one day before the big holiday, Center staff covered 20 tables with fixings for Thanksgiving, filled three shopping carts to the brim with birds and also served up pancake mix, pasta and sauce for additional meals. Linden House senior residence received 45 boxes of food alone.

About 20 volunteers stopped by 7640 Jackson Blvd. to coordinate the effort, which included hand-delivering boxes of goodies and keeping track of recipients like Smith who stopped by in-person to pick up their groceries. Director Karen Dylewski said the Center solicited volunteers by sending letters to schools and putting the event on Facebook. Staff and volunteers spent more than four hours organizing and delivering food.

Commissioners Rachell Entler and Joe Byrnes were among those who volunteered their time, and raked in their kids and grandkids to join the effort.

Judy Koepp from a nearby western suburb also helped deliver boxes of food, just like she has for the past five years. “The families are so friendly and appreciative,� Koepp said. “They share their holiday stories with us. We meet so many great people.�

Koepp loaded about 20 boxes into her van. She said she grew up in Forest Park, still has relatives who work in the local fire department and was childhood friends with Dylewski. “It’s Forest Park do or die for us,� Koepp said. “It’s in our blood.�

Helping the community is in the blood of many residents.

Ed’s Way Food Mart donated turkeys and other food to the effort. St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church collected food from the congregations and made monthly deliveries to the Center. Various local condo buildings placed boxes in public spaces, so residents could easily donate food. And, the Forest Park Public Works department picked up it all up, and transported donated food to the Center.

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FREE MEAL: Firefighters organize and carry out boxes of non-perishable food to vehicles on Wednesday, Nov. 22, at the Howard Mohr Community Center on Jackson Boulevard in Forest Park.

Firefighters from the Forest Park fire department also helped load food boxes into volunteer’s vehicles. Not only did firefighters lend their muscle, but they also presented the Center with a check for $400 to help buy food.

Leftover turkeys from Thanksgiving will be saved and given away at Christmas. Recipients like Smith are automatically eligible to receive Christmas dinners. Dinners will include ham and all the fixings, as well as toys collected by the village and McGaffers Saloon.

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ARAMARK Spoiled food from page 1 confronting the powerful Illinois State Board of Education.

The state board oversees the arduous bid process for the National School Lunch Program, the federally assisted program that offers free and reduced-price breakfast and lunch meals to students.

In July, the D209 school board begrudgingly approved a 1-year, roughly $1.1 million food services contract with Aramark to provide free breakfast and lunch despite many complaints from students and district officials about the quality of the company’s food and services, and the program’s low participation rate.

At D209, 63 percent of students participated in the program in the first two months of this school year, according to district officials, who explained that the participation rate “is too low, given the fact that all students can receive a free lunch and are required to eat on campus.”

But the district needed to hire a vendor before the start of this school year and Aramark was the lowest of four bidders. With few exceptions, the state requires school districts to give contracts that are more than $25,000 to the lowest bidder.

Since July, the board has fielded many complaints, including instances of spoiled milk, which Aramark officials confirmed and addressed in October. The collective frustration with Aramark was perhaps most potent during the public-comment portion of the Nov. 7 meeting.

Kaila Ramiro, a Proviso West student, distributed to board members a bound packet full of photos of bad food, including moldy pizza.

Ramiro student isn’t alone. Her complaints are in line with other student-driven protests against Aramark, such as the School Lunch Project, created by civics students at a school in Chicago.

In 2015, the students launched a website featuring photos of Aramark food that they were served. The photos included meat patties that appear to have plastic pellets in them and overly bruised fruit.

“Aramark has stated on their website that they serve food ‘inspired by the people we serve.’ It is quite evident that Aramark finds the people of Proviso uninspiring [based on] the quality of food that they serve us,” Ramiro said, adding that she was speaking on behalf of the student council.

“Aramark continues to serve your students food that is unhealthy, unsanitary and inedible.”

The student’s concerns lent a heightened sense of urgency to the possibility of severing ties with Aramark, but district administration officials said that doing away with the company before this school year would be virtually impossible.

For one, the bid process for seeking a vendor for the national lunch program typically takes 3-4 months to complete, said Todd Drafall, D209’s chief financial officer.

And further, he said, each step of the bid process, from issuing the bid to finalizing the contract, must be approved by the state board.

School districts that participate in the national lunch program are only required to bid food service contracts every five years, according to a district report detailing the status of the food service program.

But the marketplace for food service vendors is limited and the district’s frequent bidding on vendors could alarm the few vendors in the state that can provide free lunch and breakfast, the report said.

“If the district bids again for the 2018 school year, it will be the third year in a row,” according to the report. “The concern is that, given the format of the state bidding process, if a lower bidder does successfully bid the job and the district

receives less than the current vendor, it will be bidding out again in a year.

The district runs the risk of ‘scaring off ’ vendors from participating in the process.”

The report added that, in Illinois, “the bidder with the lowest meal rate is the lowest bidder.” That’s unlike in neighboring states, where the bidder with the lowest management rate can be recognized as the lowest bidder — a process that may result in better food and service quality.

Many food service vendors that operate nationally don’t participate in Illinois, partly because of the unique way the state board sets up the national lunch program bidding process, the report explained.

“The way [the bid process] is formatted is very frustrating,” said Drafall.

Drafall and D209 Supt. Jesse Rodriguez said that, since July, the district has pressed Aramark officials to improve their services. Rodriguez said he’s been in direct communication with Aramark about food service and that the company’s management team meets regularly with building principals.

“I hear from principals that there have been improvements over what has taken place in the past,” Rodriguez said.

“They’re still not meeting standard, but there has been significant improvement to what we had in the past. This doesn’t excuse the fact that we have [these problems].”

Outside of pressing Aramark officials to improve its food service quality, the district’s report stated that district officials made changes to the bid process “to increase quality, service, and participation in the program.”

The district, for instance, tried to “add an evaluation process, which included a taste testing of the food,” but one of the bidders protested to the state board staff and the requirement was removed.

The report recommended that the board engage with legislators and other school districts to change how the national lunch program’s bidding process is structured.

Many board members, however, were frustrated that, outside of complaining to Aramark, there didn’t appear to be much they could immediately do about what many students and district officials consider to be the company’s sub-par performance.

Some explored the possibility of ending the Aramark contract and even of leaving the national lunch program, if staying in the program means having to continue

Photos courtesy The School Lunch Project

SPOILED ROTTEN: A bruised pear, right, and a hamburger patty that appears to have plastic pallets inside of it -- both served by Aramark to students in a Chicago school.

The students started a website in 2015 to document Aramark’s food quality. with Aramark.

“Is it possible for us to opt out of this state-funded [school lunch program]?” board member Rodney Alexander asked Drafall. The answer was “No.” “If Aramark isn’t meeting the requirements of having healthy, clean, non-rotten food that [won’t] cause death, you’re saying that because you’re in this contract,” asked board member Della Patterson, “We can’t come out of [it]?”

Drafall said he was just explaining the bid process and wasn’t aware of “the legal process of ending a contract and how that works.”

“At some point, you draw the line,” Patterson said. “If that means we get on a bus and go down to Springfield and show them these pictures [of spoiled food], then that’s what we do.”

Alexander said even though he was in favor of ending the relationship with Aramark, he didn’t want the district to be dragged into court with the company.

“I don’t want a legal battle with Aramark,” he said. “I want minimum to zero [legal] exposure. Real options. If we’re stuck, then we’re stuck. I just want it plain. Is there something we can do? But it would be fiscally irresponsible to get into a legal battle with people serving students bad food. I don’t want to upset the person making the burger for my kid.”

Patterson, however, pushed back somewhat, explaining that, while she sympathized with Alexander’s concerns, “I also don’t want our children to become deathly ill because we’re thinking about how we’re doing things legally. I don’t want it to be on my conscience that [a student told us] the food is not good and we sat here worried about a contract.”

Rodriguez said he’ll consult with the district’s legal counsel and come back to the board in December with a range of options for dealing with Aramark.

“We understand there is a problem,” he said. “That’s very clear. If this is something you want us to aggressively pursue, let me know. If you want us to be cautious, let me know.”

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An unknown offender stole spare change and a vehicle registration from a Mazda parked at 1020 Elgin Ave. sometime between 11 p.m., Nov. 16, and 3 p.m. the next day, according to a police report.

Cemetery chase A Westmont man allegedly stole about $34 worth of merchandise from Walmart. Loss prevention officials from Walmart at 1300 Desplaines Ave. contacted police around 8:58 p.m. about a man, approximately 18 years old, 5-foot-4, and dressed in a red jumpsuit, who reportedly stole men’s clothing from the store, Nov. 19 according to a police report.

A Walmart employee watched the man put clothes in a plastic bag as he walked through the store. She tried to stop him as he exited the store, but the offender ran away through the Portillo’s parking lot.

Officers later spotted him running westbound through the Jewish cemetery at Desplaines Avenue, and entered the cemetery to chase him. The offender spotted the police officers, ran across Roosevelt Road and hopped the fence into Forest Hill Cemetery and ran north. He then hid in the window well of a building in Forest Hill. Officers spotted and detained the man, who repeatedly told police, “I just stole from Walmart, I don’t have a gun.” Police later found men’s sweatpants, a sock and underwear near where the offender had been running in the Jewish Cemetery, worth $33.75 total from Walmart.

The offender told police he hurt his wrist and hand while jumping the fence, and was transported to Rush Oak Park Hospital. A search through the police’s computer system found a warrant for the man in DuPage County. He was booked on retail theft and resisting. Court date is 5 p.m. at the Village of Forest Park Council Chambers on Jan. 3.

Purse stolen A woman’s purse was stolen from Aperion Care after she went downstairs to get dinner at the assisted living home. Her black purse

was reported stolen after she left for dinner about 5 p.m. at 8200 Roosevelt Road on Nov. 19. She returned to her room about 5:20 p.m. and found the small black purse, which normally goes around her neck, missing. She said the purse contained her identification.

Weed citation A Chicago man was caught smoking weed in a car Nov. 20. An officer in an unmarked squad car pulled up to a white Mazda at the intersection of Cermak Road and Desplaines Avenue about 4:12 p.m., Nov. 20, according to the police report. The officer watched the 23-year-old smoke a blunt. The officer came up to the Mazda and asked the driver for his license and registration. The policeman smelled a strong odor of marijuana.

The driver admitted to smoking marijuana and said he had more in his driver door map pocket. The officer conducted a hand search of the car and found a knotted plastic bag containing about five grams of cannabis. The man was charged with possession of marijuana. His court date is 5 p.m., Jan. 18 at village hall.

Armed robbery A masked gunman demanded a Forest Park man’s wallet, ring and keys on Nov. 21.

The victim parked his car in the back of 105 Rockford around 5:45 p.m., Nov. 21, according to the police report. A man in a ski mask, dressed in a dark winter jacket, approached the vehicle and ordered the man to give him his wallet. The man told the offender to leave, but the offender turned around and pointed a semi-automatic gun to the man’s face, demanding again his wallet, ring and keys, which the Forest Park man handed over.

The offender then threw the keys at a nearby house, and ran south toward an alley. The loss included about $150, multiple credit and debit cards and the victim’s driver’s license.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, Nov. 20-26, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded.

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

Compiled by Nona Tepper

Tip hotline Anyone with information regarding the cases mentioned in this report, or on another matter, is encouraged to contact the Forest Park police department’s hotline at 708-615-6239.

Information may be left anonymously.

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BB GUN

Dozens damaged from page 1 cost people money,” said Amy Agopsowicz, a clerk at Kay’s Bakery.

After Kay’s was hit in August, Agopsowicz estimated it cost more than $300 to replace the window that was struck. She said it took repair men about two hours to replace the pane.

When she heard from the clerk who opened Kay’s that morning about the incident—saying that glass covered the tables and there was a small hole in the front window—she said she was neither surprised or scared.

“You see it a lot,” she said, although never before at Kay’s.

“We’ll have a wave where THOMAS AFTANAS there’s a bunch Forest Park police chief done over a specific weekend,” Aftanas said, adding that incidents involving BB guns have been fairly consistent since June. He said residents should call the police department if they know anything, and can always report tips anonymously.

“We hope if somebody knows something, they’ll say something,” he said.

Meanwhile in Oak Park, it’s mostly businesses that have been hit. Shooters have caused an estimated $7,050 in damage in Oak Park, although the number is likely much higher since several of the police reports did not indicate estimated losses.

Among the worst hit is Sugar Beet Food Coop at 812 Madison St. One of the grocery store’s windows was cracked by a BB shot a few weeks ago – and the repairs could cost as much as $5,000, said Chris Roland, general manager.

Roland said the shot broke through Sugar Beet’s triple-paned window.

“We hope if somebody knows something, they’ll say something.”

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Who’s been hit?

At least 10 local businesses and homes have been hit with BBs since June Over the past five months, offenders have shot at least 10 Forest Park residential and commercial buildings with BB guns, according to police reports. Here’s the list: ■■ A vehicle on June 13 on the 200 block of Desplaines Avenue.

■■ A vehicle on June 26 on the 7400 block of Madison Street.

■■ A vehicle on Aug. 17 at the corner of Harlem Avenue and Madison Street.

■■ The front window of Kay’s Bakery at 7332 Madison St. on Aug. 17.

■■ The front window of Proviso Math and Science Academy at 8601 W. Roosevelt Rd. on Aug. 20.

■■ Two windows at Proviso Math and Science Academy at 8601 W. Roosevelt Rd. on Aug. 21.

■■ Front door of a residence on the 1100 block of Hannah Avenue on Aug. 29.

■■ Front door of building on the 600 block of Thomas Avenue on Oct. 4.

■■ Sylvan Learning Center at 7217 Madison St. on Nov. 9.

Oak Park Deputy Police Chief LaDon Reynolds said the spike in BB gun shootings is on the police department’s radar. Occasionally, police to see a flurry of BB guns activity, Reynolds said, but the recent number of shootings is unusual. Nine of the 13 incidents reported to Oak Park police took place in October.

“We’ve increased our patrols in those hours where [shootings] have occurred,” he said.

Like Aftanas, Reynolds encouraged businesses and residents to contact the police with any information.

“It’s almost cliché at this point, but it really does the trick – if you see something, say something,” he said.

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OPINION O U R

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onday night was a good start toward progress on the sincere concerns of Garfield School parents about traffic safety around the school at Jackson and Hannah.

After months of confusion and frustration over what governmental body has jurisdiction and/or any interest in this topic, the village council took up the topic, had a discussion and formally referred the matter to the Traffic & Safety Commission for a hearing — hopefully in December.

Mayor Anthony Calderone started with an apology to Julianne Bonwit, the lead parent organizer, for the village’s part in delays on launching a discussion. Good for the mayor. Opening with a sincere apology is good for the soul and clears the decks for forward movement.

Calderone rightly pointed out that District 91 will also have to come to the table and be an active part of the problem-solving. The school district has a piece of this confusion, too, and might also do well to consider contrition as a starting point.

While commissioners and the mayor agreed that D91 needs to be involved, we’re unclear how a volunteer commission compels their participation. We hope the mayor and the school board president figure this out before the commission hearing on Dec. 21.

It was good to hear commissioners Joe Byrnes and Dan Novak offer specific ideas on ways to address the concerns of parents. It is an acknowledgement that the concerns raised are legitimate and require serious consideration.

Happy Holiday Walk

It is not the most elaborate of the many events Forest Park and its enthusiastic Chamber of Commerce bring to us each year. But the Holiday Walk is our favorite. And it’s this Friday night!

Hundreds, maybe thousands, turn out along Madison Street to take in the fun. Maybe you like the sleigh rides, maybe the live reindeer. Our favorite thing is the “live windows” where creative, holiday-loving merchants, and a certain local newspaper, invent some small, or not so small, holiday fantasy.

The simplest, most surefire way to jumpstart your Christmas spirit is to be on Madison Street this Friday evening. The walk starts at 6 p.m. and runs until 9.

Rotten food, rotten deal

When your students start turning up at school board meetings sharing pictures of moldy pizza served up by the billiondollar school lunch conglomerate, you know it’s a thing.

When only 63 percent of your students will even sign up to get the free lunch you are offering, you know the food stinks.

Everyone knows that Aramark Education Services is screwing our public high school kids. Students know it.

But the contract is binding this school year and there seems to be no out, short of long-shot, costly legal action.

The rising Proviso Township High Schools have found their common enemy. It’s mold and slop and disrespecting good kids. It’s Aramark. Every comeback needs something to rally against.

The most wonderful time of year?

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hen I was a child, Christmas was the best time of the year.

Back in the 1950s, adults in my hometown created a fantasy world that I willingly entered. Town officials hung decorations on the light poles along the main business street. Around Dec. 10, my family picked out a freshly-cut tree and spent a whole evening decorating it with lights and homemade ornaments. And in the days following, presents magically appeared under the tree.

In those days, I believed that reindeer could fly and that Santa somehow made it to every child’s home in one night. My fantasy continued at the 7:30 p.m. service at First Lutheran Church, which always featured a 30-foot tall tree tastefully adorned with white lights and religious symbols. At the end of the service, we’d sing “Silent Night” in candle light.

My mom always made rice pudding and sausage for dinner and “hid” an almond in one of the bowls. Our tradition was that whoever got the almond could open their present first. Somehow I always got the almond.

Christmas music would be playing in almost every store—happy songs with lyrics like “It’s the most wonderful time of the year/ With kids jingle-belling and everyone telling you ‘be of good cheer.’”

The magical door to that fantasy world closed on me forever in January 1970 when my father died unexpectedly at the age of 50. I was a senior in college. The following Christmas my mom and I made a half-hearted attempt at creating that alternate reality, but it didn’t work. The “elephant” in the room, so to speak, was the empty chair at the dinner table. Grieving the loss of my dad made my mother irritable. It made me depressed. “Silent Night” at First Lutheran brought tears to my eyes instead of a smile to my face.

I remember how my mom and I resisted going to gatherings which were supposed to be full of cheer. It was just too much work to pretend that we had holiday spirit.

As it turns out, a whole lot of people feel the same way right now as my mom and I did almost 45 years ago.

Google “holiday blues” and you’ll find enough reading for a week.

“Holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and celebration, but for some people they are anything but,” an article on wellness site HealthLine.com reads. “Depression may occur at any time of the year, but the stress and anxiety during the months of November and December may cause even those who are usually content to experience loneliness and a lack of fulfillment.”

I wish I could have read that back in 1971, because part of my deep sadness was caused by feeling de-

pressed because I was depressed. In other words, I reacted to the loss of my father by withdrawing and isolating myself.

“I’m the only person in the world who is feeling this way when everyone else is having a holly jolly Christmas or Hanukah or whatever,” I remember thinking.

Over the years, I’ve come up with the image of an amplifier to describe what the holidays often do to how we feel. What I mean is that if life is going great for you, the holidays will make you feel even better and amp up those good feelings. But if you are in the pits, the holidays most likely will make you feel even worse. That, at least, is what has happened to me over the last 70 years.

So, if I greet you with God’s peace next month instead of Merry Christmas, I hope you’ll understand where I’m coming from.

And if you decide you don’t want to stay in the pits, here are some coping mechanisms I’ve learned from my losses I’ve gone through.

■ Don’t be ashamed or afraid to seek professional help.

■ There is no magic escape hatch through which you can escape the pain. If the opioid epidemic has taught us anything, it’s that there is no magic pill out there that can make the hurt go away, not in the long run. Or, as the leaders of my divorce support group 30 years ago used to say, “The only way out of pain is through it.”

■ Even if it is uncomfortable to do so, keep doing the things, in measured doses, that gave you comfort and meaning before your loss.

For example, I love camping. In the spring after my dad died, I decided to drive up to Wisconsin and let nature heal me. It didn’t seem to work, at least not much.

That’s because that sort of thing is less like Oxycontin, which gives you short-run relief but long-run misery.

It’s more like physical therapy, which heals when you repeat the exercises, though temporarily uncomfortable, over and over and over.

■ Find people who are going through what you are going through but don’t want to stay there forever. Find people who, when you tell them your story, will nod their heads as if to say, “I know what you mean.”

■ Avoid people who wallow in their pain, who seem to want to stay stuck.

■ Pretending is hard work. We all have to do it to survive. No one wants to start sobbing in the cereal aisle at Ed’s Way for no apparent reason, so we gather up our emotional energy, do what we have to do, and heave a sigh of relief when we get home. Getting out of the house and ourselves is necessary, but be kind to yourself. Grieving a loss is very, very hard work.

■ Find the stories in your tradition that resonate and heal, that help you walk through the darkness and not be afraid.

TOM

HOLMES

The magical door

to that fantasy world closed on me forever in January 1970 when my father died unexpectedly at the age of 50.

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“Here is where you belong!”

Engage Christian Church Engaging God, His Family, and His Mission 1000 S. Elgin Ave. Forest Park, IL (In First United Church) To stay connected visit our website and join us on social media www.engagecc.org Facebook: @EngageCC Twitter: @engagecchurch Instagram: @engccchurch

West Suburban Temple Har Zion

Lenore L. Koca, Agent 7601 Madison Forest Park, IL 60130 Bus: 708-366-3779 lenore.koca.bz81@statefarm.com

LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR STATE FARM IS THERE.® statefarm.com® State Farm® Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois

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

Interfaith families are welcome.

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

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

Fair Oaks

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Lutheran—ELCA

744 Fair Oaks Ave. Oak Park 386-4920

United Lutheran Church

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

708/386-1576

Lutheran-Independent

Grace Lutheran Church

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

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

Childcare Available

Sunday Schedule Christian Education for All Ages 9:00am Worship Service 10:00am

Child care available 9-11am

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

Roman Catholic

Ascension Catholic Church

Grace Lutheran School

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

Christ Lutheran Church

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

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church

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

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

Rev. James Hurlbert, Pastor

Roman Catholic

St. Edmund Catholic Church

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m.

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

Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m. M–F Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m.

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

Roman Catholic

St. Bernardine Catholic Church Harrison & Elgin, Forest Park

CELEBRATING OUR 107TH YEAR! Sat. Masses: 8:30am & 5:00pm SUNDAY MASSES: 8:00am & 10:30am 10:30 Mass-Daycare for all ages CCD Sun. 9am-10:15am Reconciliation: Sat. 9am & 4pm Weekday Masses: Monday–Friday 6:30am Church Office: 708-366-0839 CCD: 708-366-3553 www.stbern.com Pastor: Fr. Stanislaw Kuca

St. Giles Family Mass Community

We welcome all to attend Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. on the St. Giles Parish campus on the second floor of the school gym, the southernmost building in the school complex at 1034 North Linden Avenue.

Established in 1970, we are a laybased community within St. Giles Roman Catholic Parish.

Our Mass is family-friendly.

We encourage liturgically active toddlers. Children from 3 to 13 and young adults play meaningful parts in each Sunday liturgy.

Together with the parish, we offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, a Montessori-based religious education program for children in grades K-8.

For more information, go to http://www.stgilesparish.org/ family-mass-community or call Bob Wielgos at 708-288-2196.

Traditional Catholic

The Traditional Catholic Latin Mass

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

Third Unitarian Church 10AM Sunday Forum 11AM Service Rev. Colleen Vahey thirdunitarianchurch.org (773) 626-9385 301 N. Mayfield, Chicago Committed to justice, not to a creed Unity

Psychotherapy & Life Coaching Services

UNITY CHURCH OF OAK PARK

Rev. Dr. Charles E. Cairo

The Power of God protects you.

Master Addictions Counselor -Therapist Certified Criminal Justice Specialist

405 North Euclid Ave.

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

www.fireescapecounseling.com 7645 W Jackson Blvd. Suite 200 Forest Park, Illinois 60130

FireEscapeEFBC@gmail.com Proverbs 13:10 - Jude 1:22-23 312. 719.6936

Upcoming Religious Holidays Nov 30 St. Andrew’s Day Dec

1 Mawlid an Nabi

Christian Islam

Celebrating 100 Years

Forest Park Review, November 29, 2017

In The Village, Realtors® Mike Becker

189 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-1400 HomesintheVillage.com

THIS WEEK’S FEATURED PROPERTIES

Roz Byrne

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Oak Park • $899,000 6BR, 4BA Call Elissa x192

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Oak Park • $499,000 4BR, 1.1BA Call Roz x112 Kris Sagan

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Oak Park • $ 399,000 3BR, 1BA Call Roz x112

Stickney • $309,000 5BR, 3BA Call Kerry x139

Oak Park • $319,000 3BR, 1BA Call Elissa x192

Oak Park • $179,900 2BR, 1BA Call Steve x121

Haydee Rosa

Home of The Week Laurie Christofano

Linda Rooney

Forest Park • $137,500 1BR, 1.1BA Call Laurie x186

Oak Park • $134,500 1BR, 1BA Call Joe x117

Kerry Delaney

Marion Digre

Morgan Digre

Kyra Pych

Oak Park • $115,900 2BR, 1BA Call Marion x111

Ed Goodwin

Joe Langley

Forest Park • $99,000 2BR, 1.1BA Call Elissa x192

Dan Linzing

Jane McClelland

1125 Circle Ave • Open Sun 1-3 pm Forest Park • $439,000 3BR, 2.1BA Call Kerry x139

Keri Meacham

Alisha Mowbray

Elissa Palermo

Steve Nasralla

Karin Newburger

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HELP WANTED

ACCOUNTING MANAGER Hephzibah Children’s Association is seeking an Accounting Manager responsible for the day-to-day activities including, monthly close, AP, AR, journal entries and payroll, understanding variances to prior periods and budget.

CROSSING GUARD The Forest Park Police Department is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Crossing Guard.

This position requires flexible hours during days when schools are in session. A background investigation and drug screening will be conducted prior to consideration for the position. Applications available at Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue or on-line at www.forestpark.net and should be returned to Vanessa Moritz, HR Director, at Village Hall.

For additional information, contact Dora Murphy at 708-615-6223 or write dmurphy@forestpark.net.

FULL-TIME CUSTODIAN Oak Park Building Blocks and Cornerstone Church is seeking immediate hire of full-time custodian and maintenance worker. Must be available M-F, afternoons, evenings and occasional weekends. Tasks include but are not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, dusting, wiping down all hard surfaces, cleaning commercial kitchen, emptying garbage, snow removal, seasonal landscaping, painting, and closing the building for the night. Email resume and inquiries to Kelly Jo at admin@ oakparkbuildingblocks.com

Reports to the Director of Finance and oversees the accounting functions & team.

Bachelors in Accounting, CPA or MBA preferred. 2-5 yrs acct exp, supervisory exp, computer & communication skills. See online post and send resume to mjjoyce@ hephzibahhome.org EOE

ARTIST REP

Wanted for jazz pianist. Must be an organized, enthusiastic peopleperson. Generous commission and bonuses. Call 708-228-7150 and leave a message explaining why you’re the right person for this job.

Don’t forget contact info.

BILLING & ADMIN SUPPORT Intermodal Logistics Company, located in central downtown Oak Park, seeking a full-time Billing and Administrative Support professional.

The ideal candidate must be detail oriented and possess a willingness to learn new skills in our growing organization.

Primary Responsibilities Include: * Ability to perform complex billing processes * Light phone work, filing, order supplies Proficiencies: * Microsoft Word & Excel Training will be provided. Logistics industry and /or Quick Books knowledge is a plus. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Qualified candidates can email resume and cover letter to humanresources@icl-na.com Software Engineers sought by GrubHub Holdings, Inc. in Chicago, IL to design, implement, and deliver technical platforms. For full job description and to apply, go to www. jobpostingtoday.com ref # 10351.

Applications accepted until position is filled. EOE. DAY CARE TEACHERS & DIRECTORS Betty’s Day Care is seeking teachers and Directors to assist her in her newly remodeled day care facility.

Must have an Associate degree or Bachelor degree. Must have good personality and experience in Head Start. Hurry! Call Betty Hughes at 773-261-1433 or fax your resume to 773-261-1434.

Product Repositioning Specialist in Chicago, IL. Focus on the transformation of trophy office building in Central Biz Dist. of Chicago & other mkts. Collaborate & consult w/ 3rd party vendors, project mgmt, construction & MEP teams; Coordinate & align with the leasing team on product devlpmt & mkt positioning; work with licensed artists & Creative Director to achieve dsgn results; Edit & revise dsgn files through dsgn s/ware platforms; Establish strategic direction w/ product dsgn, features & benefits; Perform mkt tread analyses & align creative product direction; Create presentations. Req’d: Bach’s or foreign eqvlnt Deg in Product Dsgn or Industrial Dsgn. Coursework in Mktg & Mkt Research; Ability to relocate to different cities for 2-3 yr project engagements. Once or twice a month for 2 days to the project locations in Minneapolis, Hennepin County in MN in order to work on projects. Mail resumes to Bob Herber, COO, The TELOS Group, LLC at 130 E. Randolph St. Ste 1100, Chicago, IL 60601. No calls, emails or fax.

Media & Event Coordinator

Wednesday Journal Publications is accepting applications for a Media and Event Coordinator. This role supports events and revenue generating activities of Wednesday Journal and Chicago Parent and provides some media and admin support to the Wednesday Journal sales team.

Event planning tasks include organizing and coordination of events for Wednesday Journal and Chicago Parent, ranging from space planning, promotion, contract negotiations, and vendor and sponsor support. The ideal candidate will live locally and have strong community relationships. Must be a true go-getter.

This position reports to the Associate Publisher. While this position is salaried with benefits, we will consider a part-time arrangement.

Please contact Dawn Ferencak at dawn@oakpark.com to express interest.

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SEEKING PART-TIME TEACHER Oak Park Building Blocks is seeking part-time afternoon teachers for our Nursery and Toddler classrooms.

Applicants must be DCFS teacher qualified, flexible, able to plan, organize & relate well with children, parents & co-workers, love children and have a passion to help them learn & Grow, able to lead and be a team player, and model love and joy of learning. Email resumes and inquiries to Kelly Jo at admin@ oakparkbuildingblocks.com or call 708-386-1033 for more information.

STRUCTURAL DESIGNER Growing Cicero company looking for a full-time point of purchase and retail packaging entry level structural designer. Person must be a strong creative individual to assist with design, sampling and mock ups while working with other designers, graphic artists and salesmen. Must be an organized person and a self-starter.

Competitive salary and full benefits package available.

Some of the job requirements: -2D & 3D visualization -Creative problem solving -Strong math & computer skills.

Please send resume to: nataliaw@royalbox.com or fax to: H.R. Department Fax # 708-222-2010

SUBURBAN REAL ESTATE

SUBURBAN RENTALS

ROOMMATE WANTED

NEW CONCEPT FOR MAYWOOD

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

Dining room. Parking available.

Walk to El. $625-$1250.

HOUSEMATE WANTED Seeking housemate in lovely Oak Park home. Must love dogs and be happy to walk dog daily, as well as doing a few errands each week.

Looking for tidy, compassionate and fun-loving person as a companion.

Any age, male or female. Would have your own bedroom and bathroom. Prefer person who does not drink alcohol, or drinks very little.

Parking space available outside of garage. Starting February 21, 2018.

References required.

In this quiet residential neighborhood

902 S. 3RD AVENUE

www.oakrent.com

(2 blks W of 1st Ave & 1 blk N of Madison)

CITY RENTALS

Reserve your own affordable 2 or 3 BR condo unit of 1000+ sq ft of living space being built on this historic site. You’ll benefit from a unique 12 year tax freeze and lower monthly living expenses from energy saving systems/appliances, and you can help design your own individual unit.

Plans also include building 5 new townhomes onsite. For details Call 708-383-9223.

NORTH LAWNDALE--$825.00 MO. Fully renovated 1 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchen includes appliances, security system, conveniently located near transportation and shopping area. Tenant pays own utilities, security required. Call (312) 572-0066.

SUBURBAN RENTALS 919 Dunlop #1 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 6 Rooms $1700 Beautiful 1st floor unit of a 2-flat.

Hardwood floors throughout. Newly redone bathroom, eat-in kitchen with pantry and back porch. Close to Blue Line and 290. Includes water, laundry in basement and 2 parking spaces, 1 in the garage. No smoking or pets.

Contact Maureen (708) 287-8256 FOREST PARK 2BR 1BA Forest Park 2 BR/1 BA, 1st flr in quiet owner ocpd 3-flat. Heat, Water & 1 prkg spc incld. 3 blks to Blue Line, hardwd flrs, eat-in ktchn w/ dshwshr, lrg bthrm, updtd applianc- es, etc. No pets. No smoking. $1,150/month + 1 mo. sec dep + credit/bkgrnd chk. Avail. Dec. 1st.

Contact: 708.689.8750 (no text)

REAL ESTATE WANTED HAS YOUR HOME BECOME A BURDEN?

Repairs, Taxes?? At a need to sell, we buy houses to fix up for rental or resale, especially houses that need major work on them! “So, if your house has become a problem we might become the solution!”

We Pay Cash, No Commissions

VICTORIAN GENERAL CONTRACTORS 708-484-8676

ROOMS FOR RENT AUSTIN CLEAN ROOM With fridge, micro.

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

773-637-5957 Large Sunny Room with fridge & microwave. Near Green line, bus, Oak Park, 24 hour desk, parking lot. $101.00 week & up. New Mgmt.

773-378-8888

CHURCH FOR RENT OAK PARK CLASSIC CHURCH FOR RENT

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT OAK PARK Office Suites 2 to 4 rooms

RIVER FOREST 2 Offices 1000 to 1100 sq. ft.

Strand & Browne 708/488-0011

WANTED PARKING SPACE GARAGE SPACE WANTED Near Harlem Ave. Anywhere between North Ave. and Irving Park.

Call 773-637-3847.

ITEMS FOR SALE

Includes Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall, Kitchen, Midweek Service/ Bible Study, Office Options.

708-8468-9776

Old Hausen Pool Table The best in billiards.

SPACE FOR RENT

Yamaha Upright Piano Black lacquer. Pitch perfect.

Entertainment Center Armoire Martha Stewart Cherry wood.

4807 SQ FT In beautiful neighborhood in Oak Park. Varied uses possible for any kind of not-for-profit. Offices, community center, school, day care, etc.

Private Cell: 708-846-9776

Thomasville Table Mahogany square cocktail table.

Lost & Found and To Be Given Away ads run free in Wednesday Classified.To place your ad, call 708-613-3342

PRECIOUS MOMENTS and additional doll collections

SUBURBAN RENTALS

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Apartment listings updated daily at:

SOFA Quality Coil Springs $150 CHRISTMAS DECOR

Ryan Grass Aerator Milwaukee Buffer COMMERCIAL LAWN EQUIPMENT 3.5 TON CAR JACK NEW!! $150 All good condition. Call for prices (708)447-1762

TO BE GIVEN AWAY BEDROOM DRESSER Solid wood with dovetail drawers.

Call 708-908-7053.

WANTED TO BUY WANTED MILITARY ITEMS: Helmets, medals, patches, uniforms, weapons, flags, photos, paperwork, Also toy soldiers-lead plastic-other misc. toys. Call Uncle Gary 708-522-3400

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Call 708-524-8300.

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Sr. Discounts • 30 Yrs. Exp | Servicing Oak Park and all surrounding suburbs

PETS While you’re away, your pets are okay . . . at home

cat calls

Oak Park’s Original Pet Care Service – Since 1986

Daily dog exercising Complete pet care in your home )PVTF TJUUJOH t 1MBOU DBSF Bonded References

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CLEANING Pam’s A+ Cleaning Service

Fall is here! Time to make a change? Take a moment to preview our detailed cleaning. For a free esimate please call 708-937-9110

ELECTRICAL

FOUR SEASONS ELECTRIC

Full Service Electrical Work including

Rewiring Old Houses & Installing Ceiling Fans Service Upgrades

Reasonable Pricing & Free Estimates

• No Job Too Big or Too Small • Lic * Bonded * Ins * 24 hrs

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KINETIC KONCEPTS A division of Kinetic Energy Inc, is a local, residential low voltage specialist in home networking, smart TV installation and programming, landscape and under-cabinet lighting.

Call for free estimate.

GARAGE/GARAGE DOOR Our 71st Year

Garage Doors &

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HANDYMAN CURT'S HANDYMAN SERVICE Drywall Repair • Painting Fans Installed • Carpentry Trim Gutter Cleaning • Window Repair

FREE ESTIMATES Excellent References No Job Too Small

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HEATING/ AIR CONDITIONING

FIREPLACES/ FIREWOOD

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Firewood Unlimited

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Mixed hardwoods • $130 F.C. CBh & Mix • $145 F.C. 100% oak • $165 F.C. Cherry or hiCkory • $185 F.C. 100% BirCh • $220 F.C. Seasoned 2 years Stacking Available

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Credit Cards Accepted Wednesday Classified 3 Great Papers, 6 Communities To place an ad, call: 708/613-3333

Furnaces, Boilers and Space Heaters Refrigerators Ranges • Ovens Washer • Dryers Rodding Sewers Lic/Bonded 25 yrs experience

FREE SERVICE CALL WITH REPAIR AND SENIOR/VETERAN DISCOUNT.

708-785-2619 or 773-585-5000

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ELECTRICAL Ceiling Fans Let an American Veteran do your work Installed We fix any electrical problem and do small jobs Home Re-wiring • New Plugs & Switches Added New circuit breaker boxes • Code violations corrected Service upgrades,100-200 amp • Garage & A/C lines installed Fast Emergency Service | Residential • Commercial • Industrial Free Home Evaluations | Lic. • Bonded • Ins. • Low Rates • Free Est.

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WINDOWS

Roofing Repairs Concrete Repairs • Drywall All types of handiwork Call For Free Estimates

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773-732-2263 Ask for John

HAULING

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BASEMENT CLEANING

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LANDSCAPING BRUCE LAWN SERVICE Fall Yard Clean-Up Slit Seeding Bush Trimming Fall Leaf Clean-Up Senior Discount Snow Removal

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PAINTING & DECORATING

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PAINTING & DECORATING

Exterior and Interior All Work Guaranteed 35 Years Experience Call 708-567-4680

CLASSIC PAINTING

Fast & Neat Painting/Taping/Plaster Repair Low Cost

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on 19 December 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, the Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a Public Hearing regarding a request for variations to the required lot area, lot width, Section 9-3B-4 (Lot of Record), and other such variations as may be necessary relative to a request for subdivision of a 75’ (wide) lot of record in the R-1 Zoned District.

LOTS 9, 10 AND 11 IN DUNLOP, MASS AND ANSETT’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 3, 9, 14 AND 19 IN JOSEPH K. DUNLOP’S SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND THAT PART OF THE EAST 1/3 OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER LYING SOUTHEAST OF THE CENTER OF DESPLAINES AVENUE, IN SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 12 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 1017 Beloit Avenue.

PIN: 15-13-417-024-0000 Signed

Buying? Selling?

Renting? Hiring?

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.JASON P. FAUST, BRENDA CHANDUVI-FAUST, CITIBANK, N.A. Defendants 17 CH 001530

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-00990 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 001530 TJSC#: 37-9023 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-04127.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-04127 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 007203 TJSC#: 37-7729 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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11117 SHAKESPEARE STREET WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 25, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 27, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11117 SHAKESPEARE STREET, WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 Property Index No. 15-20-316-0150000.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-00990.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.PAMELA BENNETT A/K/A PAMELA J. BENNETT, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. Defendants 17 CH 007203 622 HULL AVENUE WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 16, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 26, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 622 HULL AVENUE, WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 Property Index No. 15-16-303-0610000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.MARIA GUZMAN, JUAN GUZMAN, MARTA ELIZABETH GUZMAN, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 34715 3118 WILCOX STREET Bellwood, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 20, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 27, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3118 WILCOX STREET, Bellwood, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-16-205-0550000 Vol. 0167.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $290,646.74.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS� condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a

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Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 12-2818.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 12-2818 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 12 CH 34715 TJSC#: 37-8990 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-020286 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3067149

765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-16236.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-16236 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 015412 TJSC#: 37-9217 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 17-081922.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-081922 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 809 TJSC#: 37-9187 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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OF EMMA J. HORNE AKA EMMA HORNE, DECEASED, DUANE HORNE, CITIBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA), N.A., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, MANOR CARE OF HINSDALE IL, LLC, STATE OF ILLINOIS-DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES, WILLIAM BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF EMMA J. HORNE AKA EMMA HORNE, DECEASED Defendants 17 CH 03151 1534 MORRIS AVENUE BERKELEY, IL 60163 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 13, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 14, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1534 MORRIS AVENUE, BERKELEY, IL 60163 Property Index No. 15-08-112-0500000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $119,102.40.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF

POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-13356.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-13356 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 03151 TJSC#: 37-8434 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-12621.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-12621 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 16 CH 09969 TJSC#: 37-10118 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs.

CHRISTINE V. O’BRIEN; LEWIS MORTON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 10829 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, December 15, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-05-223-013-0000.

Commonly known as 206 44th Avenue, Northlake, IL 60164.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JUAN G. MUNOZ, GUADALUPE RODRIGUEZ, DALIA RODRIGUEZ, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 15 CH 015412 815 N. 7TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 4, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 815 N. 7TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-02-324-0020000; 15-02-324-003-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

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,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR SPRINGLEAF MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 20132, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2013-2 Plaintiff, -v.GREGORIO SOTO, MARIA GUADALUPE GODINEZ A/K/A GUADALUPE GODINEZ, BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. F/K/A HARRIS, N.A. Defendants 17 CH 809 1022 RICHARD AVENUE Berkeley, IL 60163 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 4, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 5, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1022 RICHARD AVENUE, Berkeley, IL 60163 Property Index No. 15-06-304-0440000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $192,206.66.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF EMMA J. HORNE AKA EMMA HORNE, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF EMMA J. HORNE AKA EMMA HORNE, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.DAVID PEREZ, BMO HARRIS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, FKA HARRIS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, FKA HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK, CITY OF CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT Defendants 16 CH 09969 2445 N. NEWCASTLE AVE. CHICAGO, IL 60707 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 7, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 4, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2445 N. NEWCASTLE AVE., CHICAGO, IL 60707 Property Index No. 13-30-330-0040000.

The real estate is improved with a multi unit building containing two to six apartments.

The judgment amount was $139,499.83.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CITIBANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DEYANIRA DIAZ, NORTHBROOK BANK & TRUST COMPANY Defendants 16 CH 006993 1713 N. SAYRE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60707 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 7, 2017,

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an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 19, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1713 N. SAYRE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60707 Property Index No. 13-31-317-016.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-06114.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-06114 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 006993 TJSC#: 37-10250 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector

attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 05-9217.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 05-9217 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 06 CH 25237 TJSC#: 37-10312 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 16-3881.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 16-3881 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 16 CH 10111 TJSC#: 37-10322 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 5112 3621 MADISON ST. Bellwood, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 31, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 20, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3621 MADISON ST., Bellwood, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-321-1050000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $186,998.24.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 17-4672.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 17-4672 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 17 CH 5112 TJSC#: 37-10355 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1501 S. 6TH AVENUE, Maywood, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-143-0010000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $155,781.21.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY F/K/A BANKERS TRUST COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF MAY 1, 2001, MORGAN STANLEY DEAN WITTER CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2001-NC1 Plaintiff, -v.GARY J. ECKARDT A/K/A GARY ECKARDT, CITY OF NORTHLAKE, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, EMPIRE COOLER SERVICE, INC. Defendants 06 CH 25237 365 EAST DICKENS AVENUE Northlake, IL 60164 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 15, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 19, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 365 EAST DICKENS AVENUE, Northlake, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-32-210-0180000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $269,328.92.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL BURRELL, ANNA BURRELL Defendants 16 CH 10111 807 S. 4TH AVE. Maywood, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 20, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 807 S. 4TH AVE., Maywood, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-11-353-0160000 Vol. 162.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $218,628.69.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.WILLIE S. WINTERS, FRANCES A. WINTERS, WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL BANK, PORTFOLIO

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ACE SECURITIES CORP HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST AND FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2007-D1 ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, -v.LATROY DIVELL JONES Defendants 15 CH 16454 1501 S. 6TH AVENUE Maywood, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 24, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 21, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL,

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JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C1528961.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw. com Attorney File No. C15-28961 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 15 CH 16454 TJSC#: 37-10397 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-15-217-015-0000.

Commonly known as 909 Adams Street, Maywood, IL 60153.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 WA17-0214.

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hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-16-417-037-0000.

Commonly known as 1102 Manchester Avenue, Westchester, IL 60154.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-032837 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3068489

the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-02590.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-02590 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 004165 TJSC#: 37-9429 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/ OR LEGATEES OF ROBERT D. LINZER, DECEASED, JULIE E. FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ROBERT D. LINZER, DECEASED, DANIELLE LINZER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS Defendants 17 CH 3362 97 EDWARDS AVENUE Northlake, IL 60164 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 25, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 8, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 97 EDWARDS AVENUE, Northlake, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-32-407-0090000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $264,444.37.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in

Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 17-082213.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-082213 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 3362 TJSC#: 37-9979 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C1392334.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw. com Attorney File No. C13-92334 Case Number: 1 : 12 CV 7588 TJSC#: 37-10353 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC. MORTGAGE ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006QS14; Plaintiff, vs.

RAFAEL AURIOLES; BMO HARRIS BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Defendants, 15 CH 2471 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-10-410-004-0000.

Commonly known as 415 S. 17th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307.

(248) 853-4400 ext 1200. C1406702 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3068512 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR PARK PLACE SECURITIES INC. ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-WCH1; Plaintiff, vs.

LILLIE LITTLE AKA LILLIE O. LITTLE; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LILLIE LITTLE, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 5692 NOTICE OF SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION KONDAUR C A P I TA L CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs.

PEDRO MALDONADO; MAYRA K. PONCE; PROSPECT MORTGAGE LLC; Defendants, 16 CH 13939 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-09-211-020-0000.

Commonly known as 328 31st Avenue, Bellwood, IL 60104.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-001438 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3068485 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NA; Plaintiff, vs.

KARAL EWING; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; WESSEL PRENDERGAST; Defendants, 17 CH 6525 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at the

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JEFFREY R. STIEBER, MAGDALENA M. STIEBER, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 17 CH 004165 3020 N. 78TH AVENUE ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 12, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3020 N. 78TH AVENUE, ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707 Property Index No. 12-25-111-1040000.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.

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IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF AEGIS ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-5 Plaintiff, -v.KELVIN JACKSON, BENDETRESE JACKSON, ADVANTAGE ASSETS II, INC, FATHER & SONS HOME IMPROVEMENT II, INC JUDGE HARRY D. LEINENWEBER Defendants 12 CV 7588 1320 N. 35TH AVENUE Melrose Park, IL 60160 NOTICE OF SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, Special Commissioner appointed herein, will at 10:30 AM on December 20, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1320 N. 35TH AVENUE, Melrose Park, IL 60160 Property Index No. 15-04-304-010.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $153,886.81.

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

1510 MARENGO AVENUE This classic brick bungalow is a great home for any family or a someone looking to downsize! It is a four bedroom with two full bathrooms. The first floor offers a large open living room, formal dining room and two bedrooms all with refinished oak flooring. Off of the kitchen is a great room perfect for any get together, and a refinished full bath. The basement is newly finished with two bedrooms a full bathroom and a family room. Enjoy the comfort of knowing the property has all new flood control systems in place. Located on a great family block this is a must see! ........................................................................ $279,000

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Kitchens and baths updated in early 2000s. Each apt pays own heat and electric, 2nd. fl has C/A. Both apts. are leased with 1st fl expiring 06/30/2017, 2nd fl. expiring 09/30/2017. Each apartment has two bedrooms. Property includes a two car garage ................. $235,000

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

417 S. OAK PARK AVENUE

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THIS IS A GREAT INVESTMENT opportunity. A three bedroom house, two on the main floor with one in the basement, the repairs are almost all cosmetic.

Great bones with hardwood flooring throughout the first floor. A living room and dining room combo.

Large eat in kitchen with existing granite countertops! A finished basement with a full second bathroom makes for double the living space! Garage plus two parking spaces. Close to school and public transportation.......................................................................$179,000.00

NEW G IN T S I L THIS CLASSIC BRICK 2 FLAT was once a perfect example of Oak Park beauty. After decades of living and a frozen pipe last year, this classic is in need of some serious love. ...................$475,000

WE CURRENTLY HAVE TWO BUYERS IN SEARCH OF A THREE BEDROOM MINIMUM, AND AT LEAST A ONE AND A HALF BATH HOME. PLEASE CALL (708) 366-8989 IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SELLING.

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