South Street Journal News serving mndfor. Grand Boulevard (BronzeviUc), Douglas, Oakland, Kenwood, Woodlawn, Washington Park, Hyde Park, Near South, Gap, Fuller Park, Armour Square Volume 2 Number 10 Fiburary 9 - 22,1995 SOS Rally, Mollison School Targeted to Close School. Andrea Tyrone Kenner, a former third ward alder- installing cable for telecommunication. They Kerr, the principal, man who is presently seeking reelection, stood want the entire school to be handicap accessi- invited parents to the by the full Mollison Local School Council ble." Local School Council with an sign in a show of support "We told them we needed a new roof, re- meeting held Thurs- Kenner explained that Mollison needed placement of windows and rewiring of elec- day, February 2nd, three million dollars for repairs, but most of tricity." over 125 parents and them are to bring the school up to a state of Each Chicago public school was visited by a community members the art institution. "They are talking about Continue on page 22 attended in a show of support. Another Building being Protested for "We are a small school," Kerr said, lack of Community workers "but we are not un- derutilized. The speech therapist has to use a closet space for her classes. The school was built for seven hundred stu- dents, but we did some structural de- signs to make the school more compat- Former student, now parent Vivian Nelson attends rally at Mollison ible with our mis- school on 44th and King Drive opposing the propose closing on the sion. school by the Chicago Board of Education. "Furthermore, if By Michael H. Brownstein you compare our Grand Boulevard - Last month on Janurary school to other schools, you will see we have 24th the Chicago Board of Education pub- one of the highest attendance rates in the city lished a list of schools it wants to close be- and based on our standardized test scores, our cause they were too costly to repair. Thirty- students are out performing a great number of five schools were listed. Mollison Elemen- schools. tary, 4415 S. King Dr., was one of them. "We will have to protest We will order a Immediately Mollison staff, students, and bus and charge a dollar a head to go to the Rev. Earl Sardon, Pastor of Holiness Temple Church and President of Crusaders for Justice, parents began its SOS project-Save Our next Board meeting." who recently protested on 56th and Wabash, was arrested at the above location(, 53rd and King), demanding that the Black workers be hired on the project Story on page 7

uan no piav.c IT; me Congressman Rush kicks off workshop series ior Empowerment Zone" said Rush 'We groups, in partnership with private must hammer out issues creating business committed to work in the division amongst out people". zone on behalf of its Empowerment community input on Empowerment Zone Process The audience seemed somewhat zone project. dismayed by some of the responses Some of the those present to ask of the panelists. Each panelist was questions of the panelist were Aid. introduced and given time to explain Arenda Troutman,(20) Aid. Shirley his or her role or commitment to the Coleman (16)Harold Lucas, Cecilia Empowerment Zone Project Butler, Dr. Barbara Norman, Ray Ultimately, those in attendance Mason, Yolonda Gales, Ted Sanders, wanted to know, what exactly will Mattie Butler, Beverly Reed and the Empowerment Zone do for our Francine Scott, community? According to the De- Congressman Rush inform the partment of Planning and Develop- audience that he had extended an ment several things; 1) Create jobs open invitation to the Mayor and the Panelists respond to questions by business owners and residents at a Empowerment Zone workshop seated [I to by attracting private business in- Aldermen from all the wards in the r] are Wanda White, Community Wordshop for Econmic Development, Dorian R. Williams, Chicago Department vestment, 2) Promote sustainable Empowerment Zone district of Planning and Development, Richard Wilson, Housing Urban Development, and Congressman Bobby Rush community development by making Questions took several avenues, As participation in the Empower- community activists. meeting with an outline of the Em- city streets safer, the air and water including the inclusion of the Black ment Zone has been minimal, a ten- The on-stage panel consisted of powerment Zone. He distributed a cleaner. The Empowerment Zone Historic Metropolis in the proposals tative meeting has been scheduled, to Wanda White, executive director, handout entitled, Empowerment will also use several incentives to for Zone Funds and the development increase community involvement. A Community Workshop for Economic Zones Will Work For You, and a encourage residents and businesses of 43rd Street as a (blues) tourist location for the meeting had not been Development, CWED, Dorian pamphlet entitled Chicago's Empow- to invest in their community; attraction. Congressman Rush agreed confirmed at press time. Williams, Department of. Planning erment Zone; Questions and An- 1 Extension of tax credits to that at least "5 million people come Similarly, Congressman, Bobby L. and Development, Richard Wilson, swers. Rush addressed the audience businesses located in the zone, 2) to Chicago as a. tourists , however Rush held a workshop designed to Empowerment Liaison, U.S. Depart- stressing "I am committed to princi- availability of flexible social service as soon as they reach 22nd street answer questions by businesses and ment of Housing and Urban Devel- ples that maintain the Empowerment block grant funds to be used to they rum around and go back to the residents alike, hi attendance were opment, and Congressman Rush. Zone project must be made from promote economic self-sufficiency, downtown area or the north side of 3 Rehabilitation and public works several dignitaries, politicians and Congressman Rush opened the "bottom-up" vs. bureaucratic tamper- Continue on page 22

said he lost because he newly elected State election than any of political activists in the AID-SO did not have enough Representative Howard Mid-South area. An organization component troops on the streets and Kenner, contributes that all candidates need to ensure and protect Troutman had the polit- Troutman with a well their vote. CAHDICAT^S foe ical backing of Mayor organized army in McNeal started his career in social services Daley behind behind her. helping him win last at Parkway Community House on 67th and Dino McNeal As many community November election. Vemon as a youth and senior citizen program residents looks to him as However, Kenner has coordinator. After Parkway his next position Running for 20th Ward Aid. for being the one candidate not official endorsed was at Cook County Jail Programmed Activities the second time out of five (list of Candi- any one in the 20th for Correctional Education (PACE) Programs, dates on page 23) to give ward. His focus has as a counselor and tutor. He inspired many "The McNeal Plan" Aid. Troutman the biggest been in the 3rd ward young men to turn their lives around and get on challenge, people still say where his father, for- the right track. He attended A. O. Sexton Ele- To win by example he do not have the people mer alderman Tyrone mentary, Hyde Park Career Academy High Dine McNeal on the streets in order to Kenner is running. School, Chicago State University (B.A. Psy- of leadership win. If McNeal do not have people on the streets, chology) and John Marshall Law School The second time around may be the time for "That's not true," said McNeal. "Oh,we have that could not be proven from the pack house of (Community Law Project). Freedom Now Center, director Dino McNeal, a the people on the streets. The information we volunteers attending his Tuesday's night meet- Reflecting on his first attempt to become al- life long resident of the 20th ward. He was in a are getting people do not know Troutman is the ings at Freedom Now Center on 63rd and Cot- derman of the 20th ward, McNeal said, "I go run-off with Alderman Arenda Troutman in the present alderman." tage, hi addition McNeal was also responsible back over the time and see the 20th ward now 1991 election for 20th ward alderman. Many Something he needs. Troutman, according to for more election judges on the November 8th Continue on page 22 Page 2 February 9 - 22. 1995 South Street Journal Community Briefs Construction jobs are open at the Bee Clint C. Kimble rooks like Indiana Ave may be cut off at 31st to Missing 33rd street if the Illinois College ofOptometry Building on 36th Street The Mid-South Planning and Development Commission in collabora- If you have seen this person, please \'s way. They are proposing to cut the street notify the police at 747-8385. It is 'off making way for their new 200 dorms for the tion with Provident Hospital and Life Source will sponsor a Blood Drive on Tuesday, February 21 from 10am to 4pm at Provident Hospital 500 crucial and vital that we locate gun. students. This is also suppose to create 200 -300 He is 21 years old, &Q" 2891bs. He construction jobs, Rev. Sardon..Also expect some Big E. 51st St., 2nd floor. The Blood Drive will also offer a free mini physi- cal which includes a blood pressure check and a blood iron count has a tattoo of a football on bis news coming from Illinois Institute of Technology on upper left arm. 31st Street in the near future. On average, twenty medical operations, which require blood occurs daily in the Black community. Unfortunately, African-Americans are The Republican Party has ask Don Beacham to step least likely to donate blood even though need for it is great Blood is down as 2nd ward committeeman due to the needed by African-Americans to provide a better match to African- INSIDE misfortune of his daughter's involvement in a criminal American recipients. The need to work together in addressing this need case. Talking about a Contract with America, Looks in order to save lives was stress for this blood drive. For More informa- South Street Journal like they are breaking their contract with the voters of tion Contact Mirlene Cadichon (312)924-1330 BLACK HISTORY the 2nd ward who elected Beacham. DR. IRAMACUNEE 4 Operation PUSH former Executive Director Jeantte Black Men to be addressed HOUSING Wilson is now with Joe's Gardner campaign as Field WOODLAWN COMMUNITY 8 Director. Does this mean she will be able to BLACK HISTORY IN MID-SOUTH 10 organized the ministers to march for Joe Gardner? ... by the White House f PERSPECTIVE Also gone from PUSH after a short stay, is Joe A National strategic action plan to address prob- |/> EMPOWERMENT ZONE 12 Tillman, the former Washington Park Homes lems of Black Male Americans is being developed EDITORIAL by the White House, according to a Sun-Times arti- organizer. The "establishment" needs to watch out PREPARING FOR ENDORSEMENTS cle by Gary Wisby. now, Joe is now a lose cannon, Let's watch out for LETTERS 13 The plan was brought out by Lee Brown, director of Joe before he get handcuffed like Eddie Reed of . POLITICAL- 14 the Office of National Drug Control Policy. He spoke to the National CBUC. BUSINESS - Black Caucus of State Legislators, in a meeting at the Palmer House. GAPPIE PURCHASE ALCO BUILDING 16 ZiffSustrunk has change his campaign agenda, he is Brown said the plan will address issues such as jobs education, crime YOUTH- not working with Aid.Tillman on her bid for re- and health care. He also said it would enlist the services of existing LOVE LETTER & TRTNA 19 election, he's working with candidate Barry on his organizations, community groups, the private sector, as well as, several EDUCATION 3rd ward aldermanic campaign. federal departments, including Education, Labor, and Health and Human WADSWORTH SCHOOL 20 Services. He said the meetings will convene next month that will lead to And What's happening with South Street Journal, Is DUSABLE HIGH ANNIVERSARY 20 the announcement of a national plan in May. He cited the statistics that ZiffSustrunk coming back to the Unzip? Will Beverly COMMUNITY SERVICES - led to the decision: Reed work herself up to Publisher, since she was a JOB FAIR AT FULLER PARK 22 writer, ad rep. associate editor and now General •For every African-American male with a college degree, 59 are in jail. LIST OF ALDMANIC CANDIDATES. 23 •The homicide rate for black men under 25 is eight times that of the manager? And former Ad rep with the Chicago CIRCUS TICKET ?4 general population. Defender Jeff Davis is now Advertising manager for •Every 46 seconds of tion. Rush has also been elected President of the 104th SSJ. Will SSJ stay community base for Mid-South, the school day, a Sophomore Democratic Class by his 51 sophomore or? Rush Gains African-American democratic colleagues. TWO is doing some out reach beyond the area of child drops out. Key Whip Slot, Rush's appointment as deputy whip means that he will Woodlawn, their new slogan "Tomorrow Window's of Brown cited one play a leading role in coordinating democratic floor Representative Bobby L. Rush is Opportunity (TWO)", With TWO expanding it's base, goal of the plan was strategy, parliamentary procedure, and party message de- off to a running start as an emerging this mean expanding it's account receivables. to stop glamorizing velopment designed to counteract the GOP. leader in the 104th Congress. drugs and violence in Rush's latest leadership coups come on the heels of his House Minority Whip David Bonier music, movies and appointment to the House Commerce Committee -an has selected Rush as one of three exclusive House Committee-and two of its sub- other forms of newcomers to join the 12-member entertainment Cong. BobbyRush Democratic j committees. -

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networking McNeal for 20th Drive. Adolescents Ward Aid. with presenters Ward Aid. weekly Harris YWCA weekly meeting February from 9 meeting at 6351 Thur., 16 6200 S. Drexel at 6351 S. King different Health 955-3100 ext. 36. Drive. 6:30 pm. programs and S. King Drive. Month Long professions, Patricia Pruitt, hands-on 6:30 pm. Lectures with donation $13. counselor Activities as workshops Mid-South demonstration Feb. 22 DuSable High RSVP 643-8225. Planning and and samples Aid. Madeline What Ward do you live in and who exploring African of heart smart are you going to vote for School American history. Development Mon. 20 Haithcock (2): Commission's food Every Monthly February 28?? celebrates Most programs Najwa Dance Mon. 13, Committee Thursday Community are $2 and are Troupe, and their 60th New Structure Meeting at the 6:00p.m. - meeting of 2nd presented at Julia Hare, anniversary Organization King Center 4314 7:30p.m. Hams ward residents 10:30 a.m. YWCA Ed.D,. Leading Every weekly meeting So. Cottage and constituents, weekdays and "Building motivational Wednesday in begins at 6:30 pm Grove begins at held at Hartzell 2:00 p.m. Collective specialist and a at 5659 S. 6:30 p.m. Memorial United February Saturdays. On leadership and master teacher, Indiana Ave. Call Methodist alumni going till Feb. Collective speak at Illinois speakers are 25th. Call J. Thomas at Zim Ngqawana Church, 3330 324-5256. Organization Institute of needed. 312/947-0600 for Quintet, the Throughout the Technology (IIT) King Dr. Regular reservations and South African African world" Part on Dr. Hare, a meetings held on TAIFA Black Thurs.9, informations jazz group who IV of Batu A. noted the 4th Wed. of I live in the Awareness each month, on second ward and Fm not for sure but, BLACK performed for Shakarfs five part psychologist and Group holds issues and Pm leaning more towards the WOMEN, Nelson series at Kennedy sociologist will classes in Black concerns Alderman. SEXUAL Sat. 11 Mandela's King College 6800 discuss of topics history, So. Wentworth affecting the 2nd POLITICS AND "We Walk With inauguration, ranging from leadership, Ward Betty Bowman, THE Dignity" Prof. perform at the Black DeWitt Williams conflict Sat. 18 community. For 22nd & Michigan REVOLUTION DuSable Museum male/female presents., poetry, resolution and : Empowerment information, call 7:30p.m.(1992, of African relationships to drama & music more every Zone the Alderman's 30 min), focuses American History, rites of passage. African Monday from 6 Governance office: 924-0014. on sexual 740 E. 56th The dance Marketplace and to 7:30 p.m. at meeting at equality in the Place, at performance Sun., 26 much more. Woodlake DuSable High Black 6:30 p.m. The begins at 7:30 New Age Dusable Musuem Community School, 49th & community. Quintet draws on p.m. and Dr. Services, Inc. 6:00p.m. to Room, 4514 S. Wabash, 10 am, Black women influences from Hare's presents a 9:00p.m. special All Southside speak candidly South Africa's folk presentation private reception donation: Adults/ Tues. 14 meeting. on issues of sex, and rural immediately 6:00 p.m. Ret. $7.00 Valentine's class and gender traditions, follows, at I IPs General Colin Children/Student/ roles in the Day classical and Every Sat. Hermann Hall Powell will speak Seniors $4.00 African-American Citizens for Dino avantgarde jazz. Support for Auditorium, 3241 Program 7:30 No one. I am not registered to vote. community. Sexual Assault S. Federal. For p.m. until 9:30 Because I didnt register to vote. Sun. 12 Wed., 15 information call Because I just didnt. Valentines Survivors p.m. The Field DuSable offers a Washington gain new control 567-3075 Museum Networking Park Advisory LaTonya McNeal series of Party at Pioneer over your life Lake Shore Drive entertaining and Council meeting, 10:30-12 noon Tue., 21 and Roosevelt 22nd & Michigan Co-op. 5427 S. at Washington educational dorchester ave. for Adults 1:30- Citizens for Dino Road. Call (312) children's Park Field House 3:00 p.m. McNeal for 20th 829-1087/8 Career on 55th and King South Street Journal February 9 - 22. 1995 Page 3 55th Street "El" targeted Mark Your Calendar!!! to become Super Station MID-SOUTH'S FIRST ALDERMANIC CANDIDATES FORUM Public Hearing Scheduled in Mid-South Gwen Weathers the U.S. Census. And up to 40 percent of the SSJ Staff Writer land around Green-Line stations is vacant in Steering riders from automobiles to public other areas. As a result, the sparsity of people transportation is the focus of the future for CTA and abandoned land have attributed to more Green-Line communities, moreover, to help dependance upon the automobile. When areas accomplish this task two "Super Stations" are are more populated then they are considered on the drawing board. safer. Residents of the Mid-South community will The Green Line runs from Harlem on the west have their chance to voice their concerns at to Jackson Pk. and 63rd and Ashland on the three public hearings to held in the Mid-South south. The CTA is investing $300 million over area. The hearing are two years on the schedule for February Green Line. 16th, at 7 pm at "The CTA is doing Washington Park Field the Super Stations on House, 55th and King its own, there is no, Drive; King Center, local input or citizen 43rd and Cottage involvement yet,. 2ND 3RD and 4TH WARDS Grove, February 21st; "Truck said. and on February 22nd, Cecilia butler, Saturday, February 11, 1995 • 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 6:30 pm at the YMCA Chairperson of the Northeastern Illinois University Center For Inner City Studies on 63rd and Stoney Washington Park Island. Community Coalition said, "CTA lias 700 East Oakwood Boulevard (Auditorium) Ron Tuck, General Manager of the CTA demonstrated community involvement at the Registration/ Continental Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Green Line, said, "The Super Stations will ten- Lake and Pulaski, and we demand the same at tatively be located at Pulaski on the west side the 55th Street Station in Washington Park". Special Guest Moderator and 55th St. on Uie south side. "Although plans However, to achieve all its goals, CTA cre- Cliff Kelley, WVON/WGCl Radio Personality could change, he said, "I seriously doubt that ated the Green Line Advisory Task Force to they will." work with them on community related transit All Incumbent Alderperson and Candidates havae been invited and The Super Stations are a transit development issues pertinent to the reconstruction of the that will consist of a three-story building. The Green Line. And also, to propose what sort of - are expected to attend! top floor of the station will house the Transit interim transit services are needed during con- All candidates in the February 28, 1995 election have been requested to Center which is where riders will catch the struction. The task force will make practical respond to the following questions: train. The lower two floors will be leased and creative recommendations on servicing space. Scheduled to occupy the space are: those needs. What have you done for ytour ward in the past four years? vendors, a day-care center, police beat represen- Butler added that the community wants input How do you plan to address the important issues in your ward? tative, and perhaps a restaurant or eatery. on the Cognition Mitigation and Air Quality How will you keep ward residents informed and involved? Furthermore, these two stations when imple- (CMAQ) Program. A demonstration project to mented involve re-development of the areas be selected at CTA Green Line communities. It Sponsors: surrounding them, hi recent years, the com- entails the linkages and coordination between Mid-South Planning and Development Commission, Kenwood/OakJand munities served by the Green Line have seen community improvement projects to include the Community Organization, Center for Inner City Studies, Oakwood declining population, economic impoverish- marketing of opportunities for residential, com-* ment, and abandoned land. In some areas, as merciat and industrial development Boulevard Improvement Association, South much as 80 percent of the population has de- Besides the Task Force, CTA is building Vincennes Improvement Organization clined since the earlier 20th century as stated by Contine on page 9 For More Information Call 312-924-1330 REGCK7S PIZZA

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IRA MACLINN MASON A Black man of Refined Dedication ^Education, and Committed Health Care in the Mid south Horace), friendship. of Montpelier and the Sorbonne. whose grandfather, Alfonso Taft, an austere They kept in touch with each other hi the March 1916 issue of the Vermonter of Scottish descent, emigrated to through the years. Whenever Senator Taft "Erythrocyte" he published a study "The Dr. Ira MaClinn Mason was Cincinnati to practice law. President Grant came to Chicago, he always looked up his Legacy of France to Medicine" born in Birmingham Alabama rewarded his fidelity to the Republican party old friend , Ira Mason, both as a patient and foreshadowing the direction his life was to D by naming him Secretary of war and as a friendt o talk over old times. Often take in the next few years. Dr. Mason on September 21, 1889. His paternal grandfather, Maclinn Mason, was a Scot. afterward Attorney General.. His son, Senator Taft would call Dr. Mason and they mastered the French language, which he Born in Scotland, he emigrated* to William Howard, became the 27th President would sing school songs over the phone loved, and earned his Ph.D. in languages. He also studied at the University of Madrid Alabama in the United States in of the United States in the years 1909-1913 together. in 1919 and mastered Spanish also. He also the 19th century. A landowner in Senator Taft, Republican leader of the mastered Portuguese. Italian, German, Scotland, he decided to take United States Senate from 1939 until 1953, Greek and Latin. advantage of the great was known as Mr.,. Republican. Dr. Mason opportunities in the United was also a staunch lifelong Republican. Dr. Mason then returned to Chicago to States. He bought land in After graduating from Yale College in intern at Provident Hospital in 1919-1920. Alabama and prospered. 1910, Ira Mason taught at Talladega We are in the process of renaming Provident as the Dr. Ira Maclinn Mason Masonton, Alabama is named College and Tuskegee Institute, both in Hospital. Meanwhile he set up private after him and survives to this Alabama, in the years 1910-1911. He also practice in Chicago at 459 East 35th Street day. taught at Howard University in Washington, D.C., in 1912. Ira had a very Parkway until 1960 and thereafter nearby at Maclinn Mason married an strong and well-balanced education which 3508 South Parkway until the late '60s African-American woman and included the sciences, especially chemistry, when he retired because of a severe beating fathered two sons, Ulysses, a as well as the arts such as literature and he sustained on the street while making physician, and James, a music. house calls. pharmacist. It must be mentioned here that James Mason was Ira Maclinn his two sons, Raymond and Ira Mason's father. His mother was Jr., usually accompanied him on a schoolteacher from New York his house calls into the night State. His father, James . and his when they were in grammar physician uncle arranged for school to protect him from the young Ira's entrance to Phillips dangerous streets. Dr. Mason Academy in And over, spent a lifetime in the poor Massachusetts. Because of African-American community of difficulties in getting a proper Chicago's south side by his own education in post civil war choice. Since he could have Alabama, it was decided to practically any practice he desired educate Ira at And over. because of his family background Phillips Academy was founded and education, it is particularly in 1778 by Samuel Phillips, then inspiring that he remained among Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts. It and serving the pooc ailUis is the oldest incorporated academy in the professional life. United States. Ira Mason attended Phillips Dr. Mason was always writing, from 1902 to 1906. President George Bush researching, studying and graduated from there in the class of 1942. composing. An outstanding Ira Mason then pianist, he composed many songs entered Yale and piano pieces in the classical College at New style of Europe and the African- Haven, American Tradition. Connecticut in He was particularly outstanding September, as a literary essayist and 1906, and published frequently for many graduated in years in the African-American the class of press, especially in the 1910. President While at Howard University he published newspapers, the St. Louis American and George Bush an essay in the Howard University Journal the Chicago Defender.. graduated from in 1912 entitled "Books As They Relate To Here is a small sampling of some of his Yale College in Life." essays for the years 1935 and 1936 for the the '40's also. In 1912 Ira enrolled in Chicago Medical 5/. Louis American.. While at and the 10th Chief Justice of the Supreme School, founded in 18%, and which is still Yale, Ira Mason found a mutual friend in Court 1921-1930. He also served as Professor in existence. He graduated in the Class of classmate Robert Alfonso Taft (who had ofLawatYale(1918) 1916, specializing in Urology. In 1935: graduated from Taft School in Watertown, Ira Mason and Robert A. Taft, both of Ira then spent two years in France When Malinda Plays, Peculiar Money, The Connecticut, founded in 1890 by his uncle Scottish heritage, no doubt, strengthened their including graduate study at the University

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Plaisance Place sets stage for economic Homeless veterans benefit from housing grant integration in Woodlawn to renovate abandoned property in Woodlawn A $721,735 grant awarded "The transitional housing veterans," he said. Plaisance Place, located at 61st and This imminent rebirth of Woodlawn is es- to the Chicago Vietnam Vet- program would provide "Community will enable us to Greenwood in Woodlawn, represents the first pecially exciting for those who remember erans Family Assistance Pro- veterans with long-term provide more homeless veter- market rate homes built in this community in when it was a vibrant community with a strong gram to rehabilitate housing benefits." "We're not just ans with the assistance they over 40 years. It begins at 61st Street across social fabric. High on Dr. Brazier's priority list which will be used for home- finding veterans a place to need." from the University of Chicago Law School. is the re-creation of a viable commercial ele- less veterans. It is the second sleep," Williams continued, West Side VA currently But, it is also, only a block from debris laden ment along 63rd Street. highest of 31 grants being "These sites were selected assists over 500 homeless lots that have been vacant for decades. Mayor Daley has shown his support awarded nationwhide under because they are near the veterans per year. Besides The miracle is that Plaisance Place Ts eight for these activities by being present at the Plai- VA's Homeless Providers Veterans Resource Center providing them with medical, single family homes were sold, built and oc- sance Place groundbreaking, the opening of its Grant and Per Diem Program. and other social service agen- emotional, hygiene and social cupied during 1994 and Plaisance Place ITs model, and the occupancy of the first home. Two six-unit buildings at cies that can assist the veter- work services, the center has eight additional homes are under construction Valerie Jarrett, the City's Commissioner of 63rd and Greenwood have ans and help them get back established two unique home- with five already sold. These three bedroom, Planning, has been equally supportive and been provided for renovation on their feet." less programs over the past Prairie Style homes are priced at $149,000. continues to be involved in the acquisition and through the Chicago Aban- "This is the first time in year. doned Property Program. Chicago that a veterans orga- The Supportive Housing Applications for other sites nization has become involved Program is an outreach initia- are pending. in developing housing," she tive that provides mental Aid. Troutman (20) stated, continued. "It is also unique health services and housing to "It is an honor to be the com- in that the vast majority of veterans who are not munity chosen to provide the rehab work will be done currently in the VA system. housing for these courageous by military veterans." The Intensive Psychiatric people who have served our The grant was presented by Community Care Program country well and deserved to Dr. Prakash Desai, Chief of combines VA and local have a place to call home." staff at VA West Side Medi- resources to provide "home While accepting the grant at cal Center. Dave Doig, Dept. care" that helps reduce VA West side Medical center, of Housing was also present. hospitalization for long term Joann Williams, Executive "Once again, the VA is psychiatric patients. Director of the Veterans Fam- demonstrating its ily Assistance Program, said, commitment to homeless

The Plaisance Place located on 61st and Greenwood, is the first new construction in the Woodlawn community setting the stage for more new construction to follow attracting more middle income families.

This incredible breakthrough of development planning activities. The objective is fillingth e across 61st Street has been a dream of Arthur empty lots with affordable housing at different Brazier, Pastor of the First Apostolic Church of price points to create economic diversity - not God, for many years. Dr., Brazier and the Lincoln Park style gentrification. University of Chicago are the institutional Who are the Plaisance Place buyers? They forces behind the Woodlawn Preservation and are committed urban residents who recognize Investment Corporation (WPIC), a not-for- the value of the location, transportation , the joann Williams, Family Veterans Assistance Program, is joined Aid. Troutman (20). as she accepts profit community group. WPIC formed a joint University Midway, churches, Lake Michigan, the award check from Dr. Prakash Desai, Westside Medical Center, and Dave Doig, venture for market rate, residential develop- the Museum of Science and Industry. They are Department, of Housing ment with the Thrush Companies. Plaisance a mini-United Nations with a variety of eth- Place is their first development. However, nicities. A district commander of the Chicago plans arc being formulated for broadened ac- Place Department. An associate professor at tivities in 1995 based on the success of the the University of Chicago. A nurse. An archi- first two phases of Plaisance Place. tect. A state employee. An international in- A three story, three bedroom and two bath vestment counselor. townhome model is being introduced for George Thrush, head of Thrush Companies, $128,000. It was conceived for the single, says, "That is what it is all about. The quality professional parent where security is a high of urban living is based on multi-cultural and priority. The garages can be entered directly economically diverse relationships. Diversity from 61st Street and are integrated into the gives us strength." Thrush Companies also home. Each townhome has its own backyard provided the construction for the Parade of and second level deck. Homes in the Kenwood Oakland community.

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Historical Landmarks rnzev: in the Community Margaret Burroughs Home 3806 S. Michigan Avenue In 1961 Dr. Margaret Burroughs founded the DuSable Museum, originally called the Ebony Museum of Negro History, in three small rooms of this South Side home (Below). Built in 1903 by contractor John Griffith, this mansion was converted in the late 1930s to the Quincy Chib, a private club operated by the Joint Council of Dining Car Waiters. Across the street from the South Side Community Arts Center, the Quincy Club served as a social center, providing accommodations for African American railroad workers who were excluded from most Chicago hotels. Writer, artist, educator, museologist, organizer and social activist, Margaret Southside Community Arts Center Taylor Burroughs is one of the city's 3831 S. Michigan Avenue most formidable cultural leaders to The Southside Community Arts Center (Above) was formally dedicated by emerge in the post-World War II era. Eleanor Roosevelt in May, 1941. Its origins, however, began with W.P.A. For several decades Burroughs taught art Federal Arts project. Housed in the old Comiskey mansion, the building in elementary, secondary and college was purchased as a public facility by a committee of civic-minded South levels. Her most important tenure was at DuSable High School. Dr. Siders headed by an African- American businessman, Golden B. Darby. Burroughs was also among the founders of the South Side Community Arts The Center remains a "citadel of culture" for African American artists, Center, the Lake Meadows Art Fair, the Chatham Art Fair, and the residents and visitors to Chicago. National Conference of Artists. A distinguished artist in her own right, With the center 50 year old history and tradition. Great artists and also, she is the author of several books and winner of many citations for her community leadders have been part of this tradition and history. People poetry. Dr. Burroughs is perhaps best known for her poem "What Shall I like, Gwendolyn Brooks, Earl Dickerson, Gordan Parks, Moten Bamett, Tell My Children Who Are Black?" Richard Hunt, Margaret Burroughs and the list goes on and on.

Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church Capt Ernest A. Griffin Place Black Metropolis Trail 3232 S. M.L. King Jr. Driv. located on The National Park Service placed the 2401 So. Wabash Avenue.Organized in 1847, Quinn Chapel is the oldest Black church in Chicago. Named after the western edge of the site of Camp Dou- "Black Metropolis Trail." on the Bishop William Paul Quinn, who played a major role in the glas. Located on the farmlands of Senator National Register of Historical westward expansion of African Methodist, the congrega- Stephen A. Douglas (of "Lincoln-Douglas Places. The sites are in the vicinity of tion was prominent in both abolitionist and underground debates" fame), this military base served South State Street and 35th Street, the railroad activities of its members and its role in the found- first as a Union Army induction center, and hub of a thriving pre-World War II ing of such institutions as Provident Hospital and the later as a prison for Confederate soldiers. community known for its business Wabash Avenue YMCA. The current Romanesque-style Griffin's grandfather, Private Charles H. activities, political activism and brick building was erected in 1892. It is listed on the Na- Griffin, enlisted in Chicago in 1864 and cultural production. tional Register of Historic Places. served with distinction in the U.S. Colored Infantry unit known as the "Fighting Olivet Baptist Church, 401 East 31st Street 29th." His grandson, Ernest, was bom in the same general area, on the site of the Organized April 6,1850, Olivet was the parent church for old Camp Douglas. A display of army insignia, battle flags and weapons used by many other Baptist churches in Chicago. During the 1850s, both sides in the Civil War is located in the parking lot of the funeral home. Addi- Victory Sculpture its pastor and many parishioners were members of the Vigi- tional mementos and photographs are exhibited in the building. About a mile away 35th Street and King Drive lance Committee, organized to protest the Fugitive Slave Celebrating the achievements of the is the grave of Senator Douglas, along with a monument. Daniel Hale Williams Home, 445 K 42nd Street Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Law and assist runaway slaves. By the 1920s, under the Eighth Illinois Regiment, this sculpture leadership of L.K. Williams, it had become one of the most (1856-1931), one of the outstanding surgeons of his era, is best known as the driv- comprises three panels portraying a prominent Black churches in the nation. Its pastor fromth e ing force behind the founding of Provident Hospital and his pioneering work as a Black soldier, a woman symbolizing 1950s through the 1980s, Joseph H. Jackson, served for 29 heart surgeon. Williams was the first physician to perform successful surgery on African American motherhood, and the years as president of the National Baptist Convention USA, the human heart. His distinguished career includes service on the Illinois State familiar patriotic symbol of "Columbia" the largest Black denominational group in the U.S. holding a tablet recording the locations Board of Health, surgeon-in-chief at Freedmen's Hospital in Washington, D.C., of the regiment's noted battles. In 1936, teaching at Chicago Medical College and successful advocacy on behalf of such a uniformed African American institutions as Meharry Medical College in Nashville and Howard University. This Oscar Stanton DePriest Home, 4536-4538 S. M.L. King Drive. Oscar DePriest (1871 -1951) was the first "doughboy" (World War I soldier) was site was his African American to serve in the Chicago City Council, added at the top of the monument, which home from and the first African American elected to the United by then had emerged as the site for an- 1905 until States Congress from a district north of the Mason-Dixon nual Memorial Day ceremonies spon- 1929; it was Line. Like many of his constituents, DePriest was born in sored by veterans of the regiment designated a National the South (Florence, Alabama). As a member of the House Black Metropolis Trail Historic of Representatives from 1929-1934, DePriest provided The National Park Service placed the Landmark African Americans with their only voice in the Congress, "Black Metropolis Trail." on the in 1975. and he fought for civil rights legislation and adequate National Register of Historical Places. funding for Howard University and other African These sites are in the vicinity of South American educational institutions. His former home was State Street and 35th Street, the hub of a designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965. thriving pre-World War II community Reprinted from Illinois Generations: A traveler's guide known for its business activities, to African American Heritage. Call the Illinois Office of political activism and cultural Tourism. production.

Woodlawn-^ ton or a Martin African African American history comes to life on 67th Street Lawrence had it not American Missouri by rail in 1895, "Little Tommy Special dance sequences of the Cakewalk been for these history comes to life on stage when the award Parker" presents a fascinating behind-the- and other pieces will choreographed by guys". -winning Chicago Theatre Company (CTC), scenes glimpse into the trails, tribulations, Ernest "Brownie" Brown, one half of the This production is supported by grants from 500 E. 67th Street, presents a special Black and comedic delight of miistrels at the turn famous 1950's tap dancing duo "Cook & the National Endowment for the Arts, the History Month production of Carlyle Brown's of the century. Brown," and critically acclaimed Hoofer, Illinois Arts Council, a state agency, and the Award-winning play, "The Little Tommy Directed by Douglas Alan-Mann, artistic Reginald ("Reggio the Hoofer") McLaughlin. Department of Cultural Affairs. Parker Celebrated Colored Minstrel Show." director of CTC, the cast includes Paul "All young people who are thinking about The Chicago Theatre Company (CTC) is The show opened January 27, show times are Mabon (Percy), David Ban (Henry), Ron being performers should see this show," said the only professional African-American 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, O.J. Parson (Solomon), Adrian Bryd Douglas Alan Mann. "This play tells about Equity theater on the south side of Chicago with matinee performances at 3 p.m. (Tambo), Willie B. Goodson (Doc), and DE what black performers had to endure during Theaters and produces in accordance with Sundays. Tickets are $15; S12 for students Alan Mann (Archie). Barr, Bryd, and the earliest days of American Theater. Al- Actors' Equity Association Chicago area and seniors. Group rates are available. A Goodson shared a Joseph Jefferson Award for though they had to perform in blackface, Theaters contract provocative and entertaining look at the lives ensemble work in last season's CTC there were human beings behind the mask. For reservations and information, call 312- of a minstrel troupe traveling through production of "Pill Hill." There wouldn't have been a Denzel Washing- 493-5360. South Street Journal February 9 - 22. 1995 Page 11 II Passing the Baton", Black History in There arc 61.000 Lawyers in the State of Illinois and Cook county Rrt but there is only one The South Side community Art Center (pictured page 10). Kicked off their Black The law firm of History Month with an exhibition by local E. DUKE McNEIL & ASSOCIATES artist/educator Garrett Whyte and his students entitled, "Passing The and the Baton." Pictured from I to r displaying their art as well are Sherman E. DUKE McNEIL LAW NETWORK Beck, John Towns, Gearald Sanders, Director of the Center 8541 South Cottage Grove and Robert Glover. 994-09S available 7 days a week

Areas of Concentration ( i iiiiiiuil |)t»ft»nscs The South Side Community Art continued his studies at the The Art Divorce and Iniiiih Law Center, located at 3831 S. Michigan Institute. Worked as an illustrator Konl I stnto 2nd Ward Ave., Kicked-Off of Black History and cartoonist for the Chicago Month with an exhibition by local Defender. In 1953 he became the Associates: Candidate Laury artist/educator Garrett Whyte and art teacher at Dunbar High School. his students entitled, "Passing The As one of Chicago's most award Lewis Myers. Jr. Demands Baton". winning artist. He moved on to W. Dennis Richardson The exhibit also includes the Kennedy-King College where he Richard Heaston Development plan work of John Towns, Maurice taught until his retirement a decade Leslie J. Starks for South Loop * Wilson, Patricia Bohannon, Kush later. Raymond Hough Bey Sherman Beck, Robert Glover The exhibition will run thorough The needs and concerns of current and Gerald Sanders. March 5th. The Center is open OF COUNSEL 1 1 residents and businesses in the Soi " Mr. Whyte studied at Hampton Wednesday - Friday form noon to 5 RICHARD MILLER Loop must be included in decisioi University and earned an art degree pm, Saturday from 9 am and JUUA MCNEIL BENTON affecting the development of the are*, from North Carolina A&T College. Sunday from lpm - 5 pm. Geraldine Laury, candidate for 2nd After moving to Chicago, he Ward alderman said Saturday at a South Loop Community forum. Laury, a public school teacher for 27 years and sister of Congressman Bobby Rush (111.) , told area residents and TURN LOT members of the Chicago Affordable Housing Coalition, (CAHC), and Chicago Coalition for the Homeless, (CCH), that the South Loop must" maintain the diversity that currently RROUND exists. "One way to guarantee that diversity A PROGRAM OF THE remains is to make sure the alderman is held accountable for decisions affecting new developments," Laury said. RESOURCE CENTER Laury noted that most of the current development in the South Loop has not preserved nor increased the availability S BLACK HISTORY MONTH of affordable housing in the area. AND THE Many of the developers have promised that affordable housing will be included SOUTH STREET JOURNAL in thier plans, Laury said. "However I believe that the people who live and own businesses in the South Loop must have their own development plans." Laury added that she so strongly believed in the concept of including the community in development plans that site placed a referendum on the- February 28th Primary ballot that addresses the issue. Laury led the initative that placed the referendum on the ballot that asks voters: "Shall the alderman initiate a process by shich residents have input into all neighborhood development issues." Brenda Armour, a South Loop resident and Loan Representative for NBD Bank, who attended the forum, said she wishes the current alderman would show some interest in the development of the South Loop. "This is the most important issue facing people who live in the area and we havent anything from her," Armour, said. "I like the development, but too. ^'ich For twenty-five years, the Resource Center has worked on the South Sid* promoting- jobs of anything is no good," Armour & .. and community-building through recycling- and care for the environment. There doesn't seem to be any affordable housing being developed." Turn-A-Lot-Around, a new program of the Center, works with neighborhood residents to Many of the residents expressed clean-up vacant lots and put them to productive use—anyone who wants to reclaim* their concern that Single Room Occupancy (SRO) building might be organizations, churches, schools, homeowners and renters—anyone who wants to reclaim squeezed out as development continues. vacant lots that have been surrendered to violence and neglect. Laury said that existing SRO Together, we can turn a lot around. buildings should be maintained and upgraded "so that we truly have decent In addition to these volunteer activities, the Resource Center also provides a range of affordable housing for everyone in the services at highly competitive rates. Recycling, artistic board-up (a process in which we community as part of a diverse housing paint the boards in attractive ways), and the gutting of structures to be rehabbed— these mix. "For far too many people who are the are a few of the services we offer. working poor, SRCs are the last step For more information, call Jamie Kalven at 821-1351 . before homelessness," Laury said. February 9 - 22, 1995 South Street Journal

An open letter to Mayor Daley, Secretary Cisneros, & President Clinton: EMPOWERMENT ZONE Pre] Mid-South resid clearly directed to building the those and other jobs; three-clusters by creating financial impact their electe human and physical infrastructure •reserve as much Empowerment rewards for good results; tionday. Thedeci needed to sustain communities.. . or Zone funding as possible—at least •encourage both grants and dates and Incumbe they can be tools of government half of it-to create investment investment pool funds to leverage longer content wit! control over their TEmpowermen. t largesse that further political careers pools in each of the three commu- other dollars—from state and local Another exampk Zone is per- buts sap the spirit of low-income nity clusters, with the size of the government and form the private Watkins gathered haps the last communities. pool in each cluster based on its sector. dum placed on the chance in our 2) The federal government alone population; Low income communities will Sokoni Karanja Ward initiate a prc President, Centers lifetime to cannot win the war on urban •request each community cluster not be revitalized by the govern- any and all neighb for New Horizons, show the poverty. The huge sum of $100 mil- to develop loan and investment ment alone. They can be revital- ward? This guy dc Inc American lion divides out just $500 per person policies that will yield a self-sustain- ized by directing investments to taxpayer that in the zone- hardly enough to pay ing fund pool beyond the life of re-build their infrastructures and . This is a sign of federal funds can help revitalize for higher education, skilled job Empowerment Zone assistance; their institutions-the roads and other candidates IT our nation's most devastated training, or affordable housing. •enable each of these three groups sewers, the hospitals and local empty promises an communities. And that a federal Federal funds must thus be used to to retain a professional investment media. And they can be revital- manuvers that will investment in these communities leverage private sector investments firm to manage the investment pool ized by getting the chance to par- process of account; will produce benefits that exceed and partnerships with state and local fund; ticipate in the American enter- should have been a costs to taxpayers, producing more governments. •request each of these three prise system-creating jobs, train- Since its inceptic tax-paying citizens, reducing Since the War on Poverty days, we groups to retain a professional ing people for jobs, buying a Paper for the Mid- welfare and crime control have become aware of many creative investment firm to manage the home. I ask each of you to forego the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, ( expenditures, anbd preparing and accountable ways to invest gov- investment pool fund; the political advantages of dis- have met with mos people for the jobs of tomorrow. ernment funds that can effectively •assure each community cluster to pensing pork through the EZ, and who have been up Yet the early rumblings in the solve, rather than "throw money at" account to the public for all costs make this instead a singular op- have most of the a wake of the announcement that urban problems. Many of them are and benefits incurred through the portunity to show that government them based on thei Chicago had been awarded Em- outlined in Mr. Clinton's campaign loans or investments it makes; can indeed be a positive force in committement to v powerment Zone status suggest "Bible", Reinventing Government. •stimulate competition among the the life of our nation's cities. rally, the candidate that we are about to witness a A reinvented governments catalytic, tionship with us. It fevered grab for federal grants enterprising, competitive, efficient, one or two we feel that will become available market-driven, accountable, and masses of people ii quickly. If we do this, the money results-oriented. I urge us to de- we will or not has i will also get spent quickly...and velop some precepts for Chicago' South Street Joui urban blight will remain. As a Empowerment Zone that would re- February 4th and d veteran of the War on Poverty, I flect these qualities. tions for the candu implore government and More specifically, I ask us to: questions were bas residents. We will community leaders to step back •develop accountability systems and re-consider our past successes for Empowerment Zone funds that and failures as we develop involve employers and community Empowerment Zone spending leaders, and that set measurable guidelines. What are those goals in the communities for job lessons? creation, housin, development, and 1) Federal grants with clear employment training; A STAT1 goals and outcomes—like head •make cautioned use of the grant Start- are extremely effective in mechanism, and set clearly defined THE PI rebuilding low-income communi- goals and outcomes for grants ties. Federal grants with too-lofty expenditures in terms of the THE 31 numbers of jobs created and Dear Editor goals and poorly defined outcomes We live in an era Qf rev< are not. Grants can either be numbers of people trained to take negligence, which lias h trepidus. It threatens the sisters that are not yet c< It is time for it to be si Continued from page 4 populus are doing the rij Brothers, your rcvolutioi campaign you wage is g< DR. IRA MACLINN MASON collateral casualties Iron The alternative to youi your ship to come in. It i Desert, November, Convention was in Chicago that year, so Senator Taft harbor and meet your sh In 1936: saw Dr. Mason in person and consulted him for his boat to meet the ship. medical problems also. His loss to Dwight D. Escape by Air, Annies of Nature, City of the Sun, Flight All we need is an able Eisenhower was particularly hard on both of them. From a Graveyard, The Courts Attempt to Show. our ship. That captain is Senator Taft died the next year in 1953 and Dr. Mason residents punch 112 took the loss of his dear friend very hard. It is not hard to Dr. Mason was physician to the Chicago Public imagine that if Senator Taft won the Republican Schools and also United States Public Health Officer in nomination and subsequent election, that the role of the City of Chicago from approximately 1926 to 1934 African-Americans in the Republican Party would be during the administrations of President Calvin Coolidge substantially larger than it is today because of Dr. and Herbert C. Hoover. Mason's influence. Dr. Mason, a master of the French language, met and The loss of his friend,. Senator Taft, was a great blow. Proposal married a French-speaking Haitian-American nurse, The subsequent severe beating he received on the street Claire Doublette, on February 14, 1949. They had four while making house calls in 1966 virtually ended Dr. children in the 1950's twins who died soon after birth Mason's medical career. Dr. Mason died on September Project I and two sons, Raymond and Ira Jr. Dr. Mason was in his 28, 1972 and is buried at St. Mary's Cemetery in Dear Editor, sixties when he had his children. Evergreen Park, Illinois. Problem: Far too many t Dr. Mason has a list of patients of every race and many Southside areas of Chici It is interesting to note that film director, Spike Lee, nationalities spanning the globe. He also treated many has been researching the Mason family for the past few patients who spoke only Spanish and Portuguese. Solution: Have the aban years since his family and his family and the Masons Dr. Mason was held in such high esteem by his peers rehabbed, boarded-up oi are related by marriage. that the nationally famous dermatologist, Dr. Theodore The Mason family of Alabama is one of the most Lawless, handed his patients to him when he went on outstanding African-American families in our country's Means: For rehabbing, 1 vacation. history. The town of Masonton is named after them. homeless, utilize H.O.K/ As mentioned above, Senator Robert A Taft, an old Because of Dr. fra M Mason's extraordinary life and the friend, used to call on Dr. Mason frequently, both on the February interest of Spike Lee and others, the Mason family will phone and personally, whenever he was in Chicago. Vol. become known as one of the outstanding success stories Senator Taft asked for Dr. Mason's help in his run for A 199S Chord Com of any American family. the presidential nomination of the Republican Party in Publiahec Now that Dr. Ira M. Mason's life is beginning to be both 1948 and 1952. Dr. Mason helped both times. This Publiiher/Ed researched, he will subsequently take his place as one of was especially true in 1952 when Senator Taft was Associate Editc the most outstanding individual lives in American running against Dwight D. Eisenhower. The Republican Advertising Mu history. Editorial Auiit South Street Journal February 9-22.1995 Page 13 Lclitorial paring for the \fote and our Endorsement

:nts are beginning to take control over what tion of the paper. Following this editorial will be the list of d officials have in the community prior to elec- questions. Our decision to make endorsements will be based tion by CHA residents to contract with candi- on the response of this editorial and the response from the its prior to the election is a case in point. No letter. i empty campaign promises, they are taking Once again, we are putting the power in the hands of the /ote. people where it belongs. Our contribution is to assist the is taking place in the 2nd Ward, where Stanley decision making process by providing information. 0% of the voter signatures and had a referen- ballot that asks: Should the alderman of the 2nd Endorsement Questions sess to give citizens of the 2nd Ward input into South Street Journal's Advisory Board has compiled this list of >rhood development proposed for the second questions that has been hand delivered to the candidates of the es not even live in the second ward, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 20th wards as well as the Incumbents of the same wards to answer and return to South Street journal for he times. Campaigning on the favortism of . consideration of endorsements and publication. lining for other offices, making grandiose South Street Journal has held an open invitation to all candidates i becoming visible only during election time are and incumbent to provide their platform to our readers, we have no longer be accepted by the community. The published all responses to our request. bility put in place by CHA residents is one that service initiated by Elected Official, I.What was your role in the planning process n South Street Journal has been the "People of the Empowerment Zone? kmth" residents. Our distribution area serves What is your position of the Fiscal Responsibility of the small part of the 5th) and the 20th ward. We Empowerment Zone, should it be controlled by the t of the aldermen in the area and there are two community groups involved in the program or should it be iront and have worked with us consistently as in the control of the elected officials as it stands now? Why? ndidates, in doing so we have grown to know 2.What will be your position on City-Owned property r general positions and their acquisition. What should the process be on ork with the community. Natu- s have developed a more open rela- releasing the land, ie., vacant lots, buildings would not be fair to point out the etc? are not true representives of the 3.The Chicago Crime Commission has state. What is the missing link? their ward at this time. Whether identified gangs as public enemy # I, what is your lot been decided, position? 5.What do you plan to accomplish in the first two years of your rial's Advisory Board met on the (re)election? Give an accountable figure pertaining to jobs, existing 4.Mid-South contains some of the best schools in the scided to compose a list of ques- and new business and economic development city and the worst, in addition there are at least 125 ates/incumbents to respond to. The youth organizations and over 300 churches. Yet the d on the needs of the community Publisher & Editor We welcome all replies to our editorials area has some of the most troubled youth in the publish any replies in the next edi-

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Equality) which is located at 1325 So. Michigan ave. 5MENT TO People Need People Not 3) self-esteem 4) morals Possible overseers: Black Contractors United iOPLE OF 1603 So. Michigan Ave. Gangs and Drugs 5) dignity 6) culture Dear Editor, For Board-Ups: The Muhammed Ali Community & 7 inadequate 8) insecure ID WARD We are no longer living in the late 50's or early 60*s Economic Development Corporation, 205 No. Michigan but, yet still I hear, she's just like you & the the Ave. 9) leadership 10) black lution. Justified by years of splitting image, (ain't nothing change). irst forth as a situation so Gangs back then were social clubs, ferternity's (etc.) (so For Demolition: Wrecking crews could be used after the Until the next issue or P.N.P.N.G.A.D. lives of our brothers and I heard). bidding of wrecking companies. Just think about this. ncieved. Drugs were not as strong in fact they were part of Clifford Moncgan id that a segment of our wave, wood stock, like the common cold remember For Finances: Some of the monies from the 48th & State Street •ht thing the wrong way. Well, flower power. Empowerment Zone could be utilized. The benefits i may be justified, however, the It was cool to be a hippie.! would be better looking and safer neighborhoods, with nocide. In that it has it's I would imagine heroin and or opium, coke addicts The these would come the opportunity for more business, l economics to homicide, were hardly even heard about in the paper or brought meaning more jobs and less homelessness, therefore, revolution is not to wait for up in the public, like it is in the opening now. Subscriber less joblessness. Also, a reduction in welfare recipients s for you to row out of the (People need People;) (because there are a lot of mixed is a plus for the suite's budget. ip. You see we'er all aboard the feelings involved in dealing with society in general and Writes as well the problems we face in our everyday community, such Special considerations could be given to abandoned as no shirt, no shoes', no service, no jobs, no help and experienced captain for as Read buildings which are connected to occupied building, wanted, racism, prejudice a lot of mixed emotions in Tyrone Kenner. 3rd Ward Dear Editor, because these buildings are potential fire hazards and the air, etc. (not gangs and drugs) (point blank, gangs If you would ask me I will say Uiat the South Street pose a life-threatening problem to the people in the are a mob of none thinking none feeling uneducated Journal is the best newspaper on the south side of buildings attached to them. individuals) (Drugs are dangerous if not used properly RAY DAVIS Chicago and I will say it keeps getting better and better or not prescribed by a doctor and may cause brain Resident 3rd Ward each time I read it. Thank you for letting me be a part Donald Smith damage. So this is very simple. of it, of course my part is easy, I only read it. To you 37th & Cottage I would say that we have complicated our thinking and your staff keep up the good work. and need to adjust to the new way of living. (Nothing Your friend. constant but change). I dont believe once a fool always God Bless, a fool. (Quotes) back to the old principle? Treat people Kathcrine Wallace how you want to be treated. If people need people not Former president, lehab gangs and drugs is the subject then what's the Taylor Resident United For Harmony predicate? I ask you positive productive citizens my bandoned buildings in and Subscriber favorite questions, (what can we do to change one small go problem? LETTERS TO THE EDITOR How about before you chastise your child, "first", loned buildings Letters to Uie Editor are welcome and make him or her define these ten words and go take two demolished. encouraged. Mail them to SSJ, c/o FNC books from the library and give two book reports on 4305 S. M.L. King Drive, Chicago them. )cate owner. To aid the Illinois 60643. They also can be 1) motivation 2) inspiration .E (Homeless On The Move for telephoned in by calling (312)924-0461. They should be typed or print written, » 22, 199S Contributor!/Writers: Mamie Robinson, Circulation: New Structure Organization All unsolicited materials submitted to accompanied with a return address and a No. 10 Charles Taylor, Dawn Ewing, (Washington Park) Various Youths (Robert South Street Journal becomes the property of day time phone number. Letters may be nunicztions Publication Valerie Adams, Gwendolyn Weathers, Taylor) Address all correspondence to: Cherrel Communications/South Street edited for space or clarity, and we Bi-Weekly Gwendolyn McClinton, Beverly A. Reed, South Street Journal 430S S. King Dr. Journal. We assume no responsibility in assume no responsibility for the accuracy tor, Ron Carter Karen Brazil-Brashears Chicago, Illinois 606 S3, returning unsolicited materials and we of facts stated in any letter. Names may r, Beverly A.Reed Youth Editor: Chez Rnley, Telephone: (312] 924-0461 reserve the unrestricted right to edit, be withheld. We also seek suggestion for ager, Jeffrey Davis Administrative: Christine Jordan, Fax (312)924-1470 comment, and/or withhold materials from improvement and stories you feel South nt: Theresa Pillow Lloyd Johnson, Hildre' Carter publications. Street Journal should address. Page 14 February 9 - 22.1995 South Street Journal Tyrone Kenner combining political savvy 2nd Ward Voters family we worked with from employment, home making, illness on down to school Seek Input on with community commitment to regain truancy. I still see members of that family Neighborhood De- and that have not forgotten the concern I showed them. velopments on 3rd Ward Aldermanic seat What do you think about your oppo- public's safety, employment and public nents? February 28th transportation must be the priority for the third I am not running against any candidate, I am ward to become successful. running for the safety and empowerment of the Ballot Calling attention to the issues hindering third ward. If my program is the best then I wont Second Ward-On the February 28th residents from moving freely in the community, beat them-the people will. However, as a teacher ballot the 2nd ward will have a ie., gangs, unemployed itinerants, the police of political education at Operation Push, I am well "Public Policy Question" referendum department etc., Kenner stressed the need to versed in the various methods candidates use to which asks "Should the Alderman of deal with the issues that are plaguing the avoid dealing with the issues pertinent to thier own the 2nd Ward initiate a process to give community. Conceding that while some of the campaign and based on what the commuiity is the citizens of the 2nd ward input into social ills that plague the community were saying to me they are aware also. any and all neighborhood develop- thrust upon it, a lot is our own (the community) What are your views on the CHA sweeps? ments proposed for the 2nd ward? fault I am very ambivalent about them. I find residents The referendum was initiated by To reinforce his statement, he compared the who love them and residents who hate the sweeps. Stanley Watkins address listed at lack of financial wherewithal in the 3rd Ward Yet even those who love them have questions 10967 S. Church St. (19th ward). to finance the heavy about hate way they According to Bill Gonerka, supervi- concentration of I am not running against any are carried out I do sor of ballots, Board of Elections illegal substances that candidate, I am running for the know that the people Commission, "Any person who is reg- pervade the area. who live in CHA dont istered must received 10% of the vot- Kennner also safety and empowerment of the want drugs in their ers signature in the ward area." Said stressed the need to third ward. If my program is homes any more than Gonerka, "its not hard to file or follow reopen the transfer those who dont live through on referendums, any voter can points at 35th, 43rd, the best then I won't beat them- there. file a petition." The procedure is al- 47th and 40th and the people will. Vtnce Lane? most identical to getting a candidate Indiana on the Vince Lane has done on a voter ballot. South Street Journal Greenline to prevent some good things to contacted Alderman Madeline Haith- cock's (2) office for comment, James the annihilation of the businesses that align date, he's the best one they've had so far, nobody's Hill said "the alderman was not part of these transfer points. perfect instituting the referendum, but do When asked about his position on the Should the highrises be torn down? support it. Empowerment Zone Funds, Kenner, a former I think we must do more to preserve and secure director and commissioner of Human Services what we have. It is not the buildings posing a "It is nothing new for the alderman (Haithcock) seeking input, from the replied, "I know how these things work, these threat, it is the inhabitants. There is no economic citizens," said Hill. "She has done this Former Alderman Tyrone Kenner seeks to regain funds must come as a result of the "Bottoms integration, no role models, nothing to identify on many major projects in the 2nd 3rd Ward Up" process without downtown dictation." with other than indigenous leaders. ward. "Hill pointed to the Alco and Kenner pointed to an employment project he How do you view the Substance Abuse problem? by Beverly A- Reed Supreme building on 35th and King designed and implemented without funding as an We have to have educational and treatment there is Staff Writer Drive where community input deter- example of community cooperation and self suf- no family that has not been touched by drugs. Tyrone Kenner, at the urging of his supporters mined the direction of the buildings ficiency. A training center was set up and staffed These are our children, we cannot turn them over who express discontent at the lack of accessibility future. with professional and community volunteers who to the police, they are about imprisonment not and accountability in the current administration is South Street Journal made attempts trained and assisted residents in obtaining treatment. As a widower with two boys and four running for 3rd Ward Alderman for the second to contact Stanley Watkins, however employment. girls, I know the value of family. time. Kenner who previously held the office of 3rd telephone calls were not returned. Kenner talked about working with the Park What is your opinion on the Mayoral Race? Ward Alderman for three terms, feels that the District to create an Entertainment Complex that My focus right now is on the Aldermanic Race, and A similar question is being asked in the 1st ward concerning the Bick- would be well equipped ensuring that the people of the third ward have the erdike Redevelopment Corporation bid and free so that all resi- best representation possible in city hall. to build Cooperative (Co-op) housing dents could use all the What would be a perfect third ward? in the area (Cabrini Green location). facilities at all times. A third ward that goes back to the values of hard Community groups and organiza- South Street Journal work, sincerity in education, security and religion tions seeking to effect similar referen- asked Kenner a series that would bring about a sense of family for the dums in their respective communities ELECT of questions, whole ward. What would make you should contact the Board of Elections a good Alderman ? for more details. KWAME RAOUL IN CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH 4TH WARD ALDERMAN "If we strive together in unity, and remain diligent and committed in our efforts, we can and will succeed in acomplishing all things/*

A competent attorney to represent you in the city council A lifetime 4th ward resident to represent you in the community RETAIN ALDERMAN MADELINE HAITHCOCK PUNCH 111 FOR EFFECTIVE AND RESPONSIVE LEADERSHIP IN THE 2ND WARD PUMCH 112 FEBRUARY 28,1995 PRIMARY ELECTION-FEBRUARY28,1W$

PAID FOR BY CITIZENS TO ELECT ALDERMAN MADELINE HAITHCOCK South Street Journal February 9 - 22.1995 Page 15 siding with her male opponents in SSJ /Community Organizations FVT-IPO endorses Preckwinkle being in support of community control of the Empowerment Zone Funding. Re-election Bid in 4th ward Preckwinkle stated she would need to Host Candidates Forum look at the final proposal from On February 11, Mid-South will of alderman? The Independent Voters of Illinois- Preckwinkle also has received the Washington D.C. before making any host its first Aldermanic Candidates 3. What are the most important Independent Precint Organization has endorsement of the Independent Vot- decision. Forum for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th issues facing the community and endorsed Fourth Ward Aid. Toni ers of Illinois-Independent precinct Preckwinkle has supported the Wards. The forum is being how do you plan to address them.? Preckwinkle for re-election. organization. Preck- construction of the Parade of Homes, sponsored by Mid-South Planning 4. How will you keep constituents Also endorsement list in- winkle won the FVI- the first market rate single family and Development Commission, informed of your activities and cludes, Sen. Carol Mosley IPCs "Best Alderman" home development in North Kenwood Kenwood/Oakland Community actively seek their feedback? Braun, Cook County Com- award for the second in more than 40 years. Organization, Center for Inner City Give a two minute closing missioner Jerry "Ice Man" time in a row. The "The biggest promise Aid. Preck- Studies, Oakwood Boulevard statement Butler, State Rep. Barbara award is given to al- winkle has kept was her vow to bring Improvement Association, and the To respond to questions from Flynn Currie, State Rep. derman who voted most commitment, service and action to the Vincennes Improvement members of the audience within a Louvanna "Lou Jones, State frequently for progres- alderman's office," said Co-Chair Organization. IS minute interval. Sen. Alice Palmer, and sive positions favored Betty Booker, a long-time Fourth Pat Dowell-Cerasoli, executive •Within the Empowerment Zone County Board President by the 50-year old or- Ward resident. "She has been very director, MSPDC, commented on session, all candidates will be asked John H. Stroger. rman Tdnf ganization. effective in the City Council as can be the forum saying, "The reason we the following question and allowed a Preckwinkle also an- Preckwinkle 4th Ward Preckwinkle elected to seen from her co-sponsorship of the are with other organizations is that 2 minute response: nounced her campaign co- office four years ago, is Chicago Affordable Housing and Jobs we want the people to be aware of What is your position on community chairs: Betty B. Booker, Bishop being challenged by Kwame Raoul, Ordinance, which resulted in a 50% the job responsibilities that these control of the decision making Arthur M. Brazier, Hon. Robert Brian Marshall and Maurice Perkins, increase in city spending on low-and offices cany." process for implementing the Mann, Virginia Miller, Howard New- All were part of WVON's candidate moderate-income housing," Booker "Consequently,Candidates can then empowerment zone? some, Robert Picken, A. Abbott forum, Where Perkins, founder and said. be held accountable for their The event will be held from Rosen, Hon. Eugene Sawyer and director of Inner City Youth Founda- promises and actions taken 10:00a.m. to 2:50p.m. Mary Frances Veeck. tion accused Prcckwinkle of not throughout the community" Dowell Church, whose Saturday, February 11 at 2:00p.m. concluded with the hopes that such March To Protest Black church is at- Allen, community activist and or- information and follow through will ganizer, expressed his dismay at the help stir better voter-education, as Ministers Endorsement of Daley *****mayoral candi- lack of commitment in the African- well as, stronger voter tum-out. Mark Allen, founder Black Leader- date, Joe Gardner. American Community and is calling The forum will be separated into ship Development Institute, is calling Allen cited the need for people to for a show of support and unity in four sessions, one for each ward, for a march to protest the endorse- come together to protest the betrayal this Saturday's march. and a separate Empowerment zone ment of Mayor Richard Daley by of some leaders. The march is Rev. Evans remarked outside City session. Candidates will speak leading Black Ministers, including scheduled to kick off at CBUC Hall, "I am glad I live in America, Mark Allen, calls for accountability in according to the order in which they Rev. Clay Evans, Fellowship Baptist Headquarters, 330 E. 37th Street, where a person has a choice." register. Within each session, the lieu of lack of support for Gardner candidates will be asked the following: • 1. To give a 2 minute opening statement 2. Incumbents: What have you done for your constituents in your four ELECT year term? Challengers: What have you done that qualifies you for the office Chicago Urban League hosts 3rd DINO F. MCNEAL Aiuie Mewan Evelyn Brown Rev. Verletta Stone Ward Forum Yvonne Getty Angela Stouunire Alderman Tillman, Former Alder- Jeraldine Jackson 20th Ward Alderman Doretlia Sutton Barbara Laster man Kenner, Wallace "Gator" Lillian Tate Bradley and Clarence Barry Paula Jones Martie Taylor Saturday, February 11, at the Eveleyn Brown Pamela Taylor . Rosalind Ghalar Geradine Terry Chicago Urban League, 4510 So. Rosemary Jackson Michigan - 10:00a.m. until Revaisda Terry Ruth Lee Elaine Thigner 12:30p.m. Bethe Thomas Jacquelyn Thomas Ward Remap to have impact PUNCH on Mid South PUNCH by Karen Brazil-Brashears SSJ Staff Writer 113 Another decision of major impli- Edna Brown 113 Marilyn Thomas Thelma McDowell cations for the Mid-South area, the 4hynthia Thompson Pleshette Burnett African-American community and Jania Thompson Emetha Ghalston the entire city involves the city Roxaime Jackson Betty Tolston ward redistricting map supported by Mae Anderson (imberley Tottiger Mayor Richard M. Daley and Mary Carr Evelyn Tremble Pamels Goldsmith Anita Turner opposed by Alderman Dorothy Laina Turner Tillman and other community stal- Ruby Jackson Katherine Lynch Stephanie Waites warts. The Daley sponsored map Robin Andrews Gwendolyn Walker insured that the city council will be Monique Carter hOm&n Committee, pr CicN&aC Lattie Walker controlled by whites even though Sherry Green Marshall Wallace ' Jo Arm Ward there are mostly African Americans Teshina Jackson Marrya Warren in Chicago. Chintaquia Mcgcc Elizabetha Mayo, Chair Barbara Goggins McNeal, Co-Chair Imogene Austin Renda Washington The federal appeals court decision Felicia Caudle Annette Jones Betty S. Evans-Nute Lula Nelson Debrona Watkins which favors the Tillman argument Jacqueline Hall Cara McCoy Gwendolyn Henderson Sharon Nelson Irene Watson • suggests that the map will have to Gwendolyn Jenkins Paulia Johnson Rochelle Jones Diane (/Neil Anitra White be redrawn so that the African Helena Marye Deborah McClinton Dorthy Merrcll Ethel Pace Tina White Joyce Cooks Shantomikia Brooks Betty Palmer Diane Whitehead American and Hispanic communi- Theresa Bank Gerdie Clark Gloria Hardy Evelyn Forte Lillian Pate Karina Whitehara ties will have their fair share of Valencia Hall Rolanda Tremble Luwonds Hethington Joyce Pettmar Bemadiete Wiggins council seats. Irerc Watson Shirley Moore Susan Kennedy Prudence Parter Annette Williams Two state court decisions also Luura Hayes Fanderena Bell Wilma Mitchell Vivian Powers Kimtrina Williams are noteworthy because of their Zandra Bartelt Marcia Dean Lynette Broughton Barbara Ramsey Yolanda Williams Gloria Hardy negative impact. The Committee Sandra Craig Lisa M. Franklin Beverly Reed Shirley Wooten Geraldine Hambric Sharlene Johnson Sandra Hightower Allison Robinson Janice Hunter ' for Educational Rights filed an Deborah Johnson Rochelle McCullum Lillian Hayes Anna Robinson Marilyn Jackson action alleging that the state vio- Laverne McClain Cynthia Harris Alise Brown Yolonda Rodgers Belinda Everett lated the constitutional rights of Dianna Jones Marietta Franklin Lola Can Phyllis Bates Adrinne Rouman MaryMcGee Betsy Hill Daria Scott Velita Sander economically disadvantaged chil- Ruth Cummings Donna Bond Patricia Larry Deborah Shambee Tangee Flecteher dren to equal educational benefits Erika Hammond Kathleen Evans Ashuta Marague Judith Sims Gerri Dickson and opportunities by failing to Patricia Key Dolores Harrison Ida Fulton Louise Benisson TamikoBeals eliminate disparate funding of Helen Jones Syrhinia Holliday Cathlecn Smith Robin Davis school districts. The state appellate Farris Mercherson Mary Lane Emma Singleton Queen Handy court rejected the claim on the basis K Wiletta Branden Rushka Marris ^- Theresa Smith that "equal educational benefits and f ft § m opportunities are not rights guaranteed under the constitution." et a laadet wo§'ktor, Page 16 February 9 - 22. 1995 South Street Journal South Street Journal Taxpayers are reminded Fast Tax Re- Our Local Business Person funds are loans with Interest Cost As April approaches, more people will begin Additionally, if the loan contract was negoti- What is your birth date? November 9, 1937 filing out income tax returns. For those who ated in a language other than English, the Birth Place: Southside Chicago are expecting IRS refunds, the prospect of a client must be given a copy of the contract in Married? Yes, with three children fast refund may seem too good to pass up. that language. Personal Hero: Morgan Garrett In reality what you may. be agreeing to is a Depending on the size, the interest rate and Why? He saved lives as I hope I will be high-interest short-term loan that may cost you the terms of the loan, charges could add up to remembered as doing. more than you expected. hundreds of dollars, said Consumer Services If you weren't in this business, what The Department of Consumer Services is re- Commissioner Caroline Orzac Shoenberger. business would it be? No Idea minding taxpayers that a fast refund that Shoenberger also reminded taxpayers that What do you feel about this neighborhood promises you money in two or three days is when filing returns electronically, IRS refunds and /or the people? This neighborhood, as simply a loan of the money you are expecting usually arrive within approximately three to with others, gives back what you deliver. It has from the IRS. Many times the loans come with four weeks for your refund to arrive. been a pleasure to fulfill my dreams with such a high interest rates and other associated costs. "Consumers should carefully consider if re- diversified group of people. I enjoy my work and Under the law, tax preparers must inform ceiving the money now is worth the cost of the people I work with! their clients that quick refunds are really loans what may turn out to be a high-interest short- Give some important history of your and the cost of the loans. Before agreeing to a term loan," Shoenberger stressed. company: Burris & Sons was originally quick refund, ask your tax preparer for a de- Anyone with a complaint about a tax pre- Name: started 22 years ago by Elijah Burris. Through tailed list of all the charges associated with the parer offering fast refunds should contact the dedication and hard work, Burris & Sons is now loan and read the loan contract thoroughly Department of Consumer Services at 744- a successful establishment, A community land- before signing. 9400. Elijah Burns mark and a household name employing others •T Business: Burris & Sons Heating/ Cooling as a result of it's success! "ELDORADO Business specialty: Heating/Cooling , Service, What are your company's special "Be is free CiSINO" Sales & Installations features and/or benefits to the as you want to be." Title: Sole Proprietor community? We attempt to give you the .rnmfi How long in position: 22 years best service for your money! we work twenty- TWDqys* QRMISCOM UHCNIWIL'5 NEWEST 5

"MARCH FOR LIFE" u1Ifiu r^oinc K"ov The Freedom Now Center is sponsoring a JLvllSD VX«ilJLlS JVCy "March for Life" and a prayer candlelight vigil in honor of those who have been vic- timized by violent crime in the Woodlawn Whip Slot, community. The "March for Life* will be Representative Bobby L. Rush is off to a held Sunday February 12, 4:30 pm to running start as an emerging leader in the 104th 5:00pm at the Freedom Now Center. Congress. House Minority Whip David Bonier Speeches from community activists and has selected Rush as one of three newcomers to leaders will start at 5:30 pm and conclude join the 12-member Democratic deputy whip with a prayer observance. The march will organization. Rush has also been elected ordinate for the FNC and conclude with a President of the 104th Sophomore Democratic prayer observance. Marchers will progress Class by his 51 sophomore democratic col- to 71st and Cottage Grove to the Oak- leagues. woods Cemetery. Rush's appointment as deputy whip means Each marcher will stand side by side to that he will play a leading role in coordinating form a single line from 71st and cottage democratic floor strategy, parliamentary proce- Grove to 67th and Cottage Grove Ave. dure, and party message development designed Tyrone Johnson, an organizer for the to counteract the GOP. event said, "We are appealing to all Rush's latest leadership coups come on the Parents and community residents pose proudly at the graduation exercise for the Parent Patrol churches, organizations, and concerned heels of his appointment to the House Com- workshop at Carter G. Woodson Elementary School citizens to actively participate in this merce Committee —an exclusive House Com- movement. The organizers of the event are mittee-and two of its subcommittees. Woodson presents Parents as Peacemakers asking participants to bring their candles and flash lights." in ceremony for students and community For information contact Paula Jones for further details at the Freedom Now Center, An eight week training course workshop said, "I think its great, we've tailor made the 6351 S. Cottage Grove. 955-3033. sponsored by World Crisis Intervention Net- project to meet the needs of the school and the work and Parents, Educators, and Ambassadors community." Holt continued, " It is in the on Collaborating for Empowerment, (PEACE), A power of the school to help to reduce the crime Drug Intervention Program funded by a grant in our communities." HYIM: PAKK 285-7401 from the Illinois State Board of Education cul- John F. Hawkins, principal at Carter G. OlTICE 433 E. 47iti minated in a graduation for twenty two parents, Woodson, remarked, "The training, the crisis at Carter G. Woodson Elementary, 44 th & center itself is positive, with the program in PKOMCT8 Evans. place it can only help to ensure the safety of our A FULL LINE OF The participant's names were submitted by staff, our children, our community." OFFICE AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES teachers who worked with parent volunteers. The graduation for the Parent Patrol Ambas- Meeting on Thursdays the parents, residents sadors was held in the auditorium. The presen- AFRI CENTRIC GREETING CARDS and staff met with trained facilitators to develop tation was made to the eighth grade students in SARAH'S ATTIRE negotiation skills for preventive intervention order to familiarize Uie children with the Patrol AFRI CENTRIC COLL ECTIBLES amongst the students. and to establish a interactive relationship be- LEATHER GOODS The goals and objectives of the workshop tween the two. BUSINESS CARDS, RESUME PAPER were to provide self-esteem, discipline and Chairperson, Juanita Blair, pleased with the PERSONAL & BUSINESS STATIONERY provide coping skills for the students. Increase outcome of the program said, "It's all about the 145S 12. 53RII ST. community involvement, train teachers and children." Robin LeFlore, secretary of the Pa- parents in team building, develop tecliniques in trol, agreed saying, "I know it's going to work." !I5S -2310 Curls* Perms0 £ar Picrcing*Hair resolving conflicts and to form partnerships "When I asked my daughter, what will it take Weaaving*Cuts Booths for Rent - with communities for safe, drug-tree school for you to get your education and she replied," Super Specials environments. 'Mama, I just want to feel safe when 1 go to "Dorothy Holt, coordinator for the project school, then I could really get my education.' and a substance abuse counselor at Woodson "That was when I joined the Parent Patrol." The Our Gift To You and your family

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NEWS FLASH1 BODY ^k*tt ^AJ< -4 The Only News Store in the -^ BUILDER'S Mid South Community CONTEST by Beverly A Reed 43rh The first annual Earnest Leonard Amateur Body There Is a silent stream thatjlows Builders' Contest is being 4301 held Friday, February 24, through the back, of my mind, Newspapers 7:30 pm at WHATS It Is you Magazines POPPIN, 7710 S. Halsted. In a liquid rush of memory y Trading Times The first of its kind, is the that keeps mej-orcver aware LStand Racing Forms largest male/female body when I lay myself down to sleep Curb Service, builders' contest ever on Puzzles of all my dreams areyours Comic Books Chip, Candy Chicago's Southside. yourjtuld movesj>our over myjears Lottery Boob Sodas This contest was started ALL YOU NEED Ph. 538-1162, by Mr. Leonard in an effort Earnest Leonard, getting ready 1 shout my loveJ-oryou to showcase local talent and create FOR PERIODICAL Hours: 5 am to 5 pin for the first Amateur Body Upon awakening READING positive role models for youth, he Builders' contest 1 wasn't sure 0-1 could live realizes that body building isnt the beyond love's grasp total answer to the problems facing Hendricks, Ted Matthews, Sharon so r sought you out the communities, Mr. Leonard Knight and Mike Curry to serve as hopes that by focusing on some- coordinators and organizers for this my stream, my dream thing that is positive for the ego event. Also working to put this to convince real life and self esteem, the need for event together are local business- love can last Formerly Tellis's Clothing man Sam Chatham, Richard Smith, identity through gangs is lessened. so here I stand beforeyou Also the emphasis on physical photographer Raymond Jackson, unmasked, 807 E 63rd Street fitness is a positive release for cameraman Tommie Adams, and New 5toc6 everyday stress and tension without the use writer for this show Edie Crowe. no secret games tojJLay of drugs. He also hopes that by "This pool of talent is aiming to just a woman In love creating a healthier physical and help promote positive role models with a mirage mental environment, more business in our communities." said Kersey. or Leonard said, "All involved are VOIA can always find will be interested in moving back shall we dance into the area, creating jobs and looking for a large audience to wfiat you're looting economic growth in the communi- support this contest. The support of for at ties. the community is a must to keep *takenjrom the book 'welcome to bevworld' Mr. Leonard and Jerome Kersey this kind of positive event avail- j-or more Information on JVts. Heed's work have attracted local body building able." contact S&J champion's and competitors such as For more information you may Sam's call pager #(312) 839-6272. Greg Houseton, Liz Jones, Joe

WHAT ARE THE COMMUNITIES SA YING? "We want North "Unlike past revitalization "It's gratifying to see that "We're looking "The redevelopment and Kenwood-Oakland and efforts that "You can see Woodlawn community groups like forward to revitalization of North Woodlawn to be places gentrified neighborhoods and displaced the poor, even feel the new Covenant [Development developing a Kenwood-Oakland b finally a where poor people and the Cabrinl and Kenwood plans property focus spirit of hope Corporation] vital and diverse reality. middle-income people can on economic Integration- revitalization by that's revitalizing aren't forgetting about community." It's been a long time coming, aD live together." mixing low-income and middle-class housing. Woodlawn." housing for lower Alderman Toni but we can see success." Bishop Arthur M. Brazier And both wisely can for Stella Jackson Income people," Preckwinkle Shirley J. Newsome Pastor, Apostolic Church of unprecedented community involvement." Resident God. Alderman Arenda Troutman 4th Ward North Kenwood-Oakland, CCC 20th Ward BInob Central Railroad Stoney mine!

Cottage Grow Cottage drove The Fund is primarily bounded North; Kenwood-Oakland On the South bounded by 61st Street on the north, 67th Street on the south, by 36th Street on the north, on the east by Dorchester and Stoney Island Avenues, and Stoney Island Avenues, 47th Street on the south, Cottage Grove Avenue on the west and on the west by Cottage Grove and Drexel Avenues. OAKLAND Redevelopment means positive changes including: Redevelopment will stimulate community revitalization. Residents can •New single family market-rate housing look forward to:* Additional shopping facilities •Improved access to •Rehabilitation of apartment buildings, providing affordable and social services •Jobs for youth •Enhanced youth programming subsidized rental units. *Full service financial institutions. •Added cultural activities and attractions. • And safe, clean • *Increased population.*A mixed income environment neighborhoods.

THE FUND FOR COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AND REVITALIZATION IS COMPOSED OF ORGANIZATION AND RESIDENTS INTERESTED IN COMMUNITY RENEWAL IN THE WOODLAWN AND NORTH KENWOOD- OAKLAND NEIGHBORHOODS, WORKS WITH COMMUNITY GROUPS, ORGANIZATION, AND INDIVIDUALS TO ACHIEVE VIABLE MIXED-INCOME COMMUNITIES. STIMULATING REVITALIZATION, AND IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE COMMUNITIES RESIDENTS. THE FUND FOR COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AND REVITALIZATION 822 East 63rd Street Chicago, Illinois 60637 Phone:(312)363-4300 Fax:(312)363-4305 VICTOR H. KNIGHT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR South Street Journal February 9-22.1995 Page 19

CHEZ EDITORIAL By Chez Finley Mixed Emotions It's that special day again when you feel that special someone My emotions are mixed you loves them. It's Valentine's Day. A day of giving and I tell you no lie recieving, it's a day when you just look over the worse and I work very hard look for the better. It is a day that is made for and deserved by I tell you I try you. It's a time when love is in the air and you don't have a No matter what I do, no matter what I say Dear Trina, care in the world. It's when couples show each other how Things just dont seem to ever go my way Time plus pleasure has granted me this golden opportunity to introduce much they care about each other, but, unfortunately for the I get so upset and treat my family really mean myself to such a lovely young intelligent woman, How are you? Fine I truly people who dont have anyone to spend the day with it can also They make me so mad I just want to scream hope. And me, I'm all right. I'm just My emotions are mixed be a lonely day, but, cheer up, you better believe cupid is on reading the paper and looking at a football *1 I tell you no lie his way. game. The reason I write to you is to Everyone has their special day planned, here's mine. In the I work very hard create a respective friendship and get to morning I want to be greeted with some flowers and when I I tell you I try know you personally because I look come home, I want the biggest Teddy Bear I've ever seen in my between these walls of depression and life, sitting on my front porch with a giant card saying nothing By: Adrain Long unhappiness and it can really get to a man but "I Love You" well, a girl CAN dream cant she?? Hyde Park Academy when he has known the type of Age: 14 communication coming from the world. My name is Benny Colmar and I have brown eyes with lovely dark skin Today is that special day, and I'm 5'6 in height and I weigh about 130 lbs and I love looking at football A SLAM DUNK FOR CHICAGO For me to come and say, and basketball, Sony, I almost forgot to mention my age, well, Fin 19 years PARK DISTRICT Those three special words, old. That maybe you've heard, Trina you are a very intelligent woman, and what I exactly mean by that, is MlPNIGHf| : The words are unique, how you give advice to the writer's problems. I've been reading your ad in They've come from within, the paper for three months and every time I did I wished truly that I knew I love you my sweet valentine, you. And HI say it again and again. I wanted to write you many times but I find it very hard for me to hold a conversation with someone I dont know. I don't know what made me write Moniqjie Sallie / Dunbar Vocational you now. I guess I have nothing left to lose. I've been incarcerated for fifteen months now and I have ten more to go and hopefully Fll spend them p.m.-4:15 p.m. by Ms. getting to know you, and if you already have Girl's Bolivia Thompson, a a companion in life , can you at least consider a respective friendship with former professional me and in the future you can introduce me to someone of your approval. Basketball basketball player in By the way I live on 45th St. right off of King Drive so it won't be hard for Europe. Ms. Thompson us to meet each other. Comes to currently teaches at Chicago's Academy of SIGNED, Our Lady High School. the Harris BENNY For only $1.00 per visit, COLEMAR YWCA girls can learn the CITY, BULLS and Parks Team Up for New Midnight PS. WRITE BACK SOON The Harris YWCA importance of Basketball League invites interested girls teamwork and the The Chicago Park District and Uie Chicago Bulls will Dear Benny; between the ages of 13- fundamental skills of officially take to the courts with a new Midnight Basketball First of all I would like to thank you for 18 to come and be a basketball. Beginners league beginning in February, consisting of a total of 88 teams finding the time to read ask Trina. Well let part of our hoop to experienced players "This is more than a program. It is a working community me start off by telling you a little bit about my dreams. Instructional are welcomed so come partnership we are pleased to support" said Bob Love, Bulls self, I work very hard to stay: I'm light girl's basketball will be on out and play at the Director of Community Relations. skined as you can see by looking at the picture, offered Tuesdays and Harris YWCA. The Chicago Bulls\Chicago Park District Midnight I am 5.1 and I am 110 in weight When you Thursdays from 3:15 Basketball League will. Each team will be made up of ten first read the Ask Trina how old did you think players ranging from 17 to 26 years old. They will be engaged I was? Well I'm only 14 and I am in 9th throughout the week playing games every Tuesday and SPRING CAMP grade. I make A's and B's and I'm on the honor roll, and I attend Thursday, and practicing on Mondays and Wednesdays. Robeson High School. Games begin at 10 p.m. and go until 2 in the morning. YWCA Thank you for finding the courage to write to me, because I am truely honared and delighted that someone out there believes in me Practice times will vary at each park. Kids DESERVES SOME FUNMIPublic enough to write me a letter. As you said earlier in the letter you like Each team will play a seven game season. The top winning School Vacation April 17 - April 21, 1995If teams will be seeded in a post season championship watching football and basketball well me too. This letter doesn't mean tournament. your child's idea of fun includes: Swimming, that I truning you down because of age, but we can have a respectful Career Day, Cultural Activities, Special friendship only if it's alright with you. Events, Self Defense, Arts & Crafts,Team Sports Field Dear Trina Trips,Computer Classes, Math & I have been going out with my boyfriend for about a year. This will be Science Enrichment Activities, The ONLY RECORD SHOP And More! Ages: 6-13 Ow n 35th mmmmmmStreet _aL_ L TH|ME| | LATESt T hITSwjI __ FUTURE LEADER FEES: 1 R&B, Jazz, Rock, Blues Gospel, Rap, house'and More!*g I$150° P« child, per week (If -? CD's. LPs. TAPES S paid before March 1. $10.00 per The Lincoln Centre's Dance child) PRE - CAMP CARE f 248 E. 35th St. Pre-registration required with Squad seeks help for Disney Hours: Mon.-Thurs, 12 -8 pm Fri.-Sat: 12 non -10:30 pm Future Leaders fee... Monday thru Sunday: 12 noon -4:00 pm (312) 842-9510 Friday 7 - 9 a.m...$5.00 per child. World trip FOR FURTHER The Abraham Lincoln Centre Dance Squard consists of 33 girls and 10 boys INFORMATION CALL 955 - between the ages of 6-16 years, in the surrounding Chicago Housing Authority Devlopments which consist of Ida B. Wells, Darrow Homes, Madden Park * • 31OO (EXT. 30). Fees Payable in \ The Hyde Park Homes and Wells Extentions. The children attend, Einstein, Donaghue, Kung-Fu Academy full at Registration No personal Doolittle East, West, as well as, Dunbar, and Phillips High School. checks...No refunds on Future The children participate in talent shows, parades and many Mayor's Office of For Young People ages 4 to 17 Leaders fees or prc camp care. Special Events festivals. They also provide entertainment for the sick and Every Friday at 6:30 pm elderly during the holidays, going to hospitals and nursing homes to perform. $25.00 per month They have also organized their own variety show in which they plan to perform Tai Chi Ch'uan & Kung-Fu for the entire community. Confidence * Discipline * Excellence One requirement of the dance squad is that they must keep good grades . The dancers have expressed their desire to go to Disney World. The H^de Park This can be accomplished with the help of outside supporters. They have Kung-Fu/Tai Chi Club set up bank accounts and have raised Adult Classes money by candy sales, dinner sales and Every Sunday at 6:30 pm HANNAH'S sock hops. Instructor Paul Hannah M.D. However, this will not pay for all expenses to DisneyWorld. We hope under the guidance of 3*71 S.KING DR. Gourmet Popcorn, that some organization or individual Dr. David M. Berry Caramel corn, would be willing to help make their (312)225-5923 Butter Cheese, dream come true. We would very Tai Chi • Pa Kua * Kung-Fu • Chocolates, much like any support or assistance •Women's Self-Defense * ARTS you can give to make this trip possible. Fudgrf If there are any questions, please feel Huts and a 4945 S. Dorchester Enter on 60th free to call 624 - 1440 before 5:00 Variety of Candy p.m. or 373 - 6600, 5.00 - 8:00 p.m. Call 312-842-3759 Date of Departure : The week of April Htli'iVtfiJ 17-21,1995 Pago 20 February 9 - 22. 1995 South Street Journal Wadsworth School Council ffafc* Svofc ttmy VQM members at Odds with Principal Charles Taylor chose to keep him on. A Charles claims $150,000 in school SSJ SUIT Writer move which she sees as a equipment ranging from commuters "He's incompetent," "slap in the face" of the to type writers is also missing and exclaimed Deborah legal authority of all LSC's. that she speculates that the total Charles, a parental In 1992, because of pres- losses may exceed $350,000. Chap- member of the sure by LSC members, ter-1 moneys, government approved Wadsworth Elemen- Charles claims a Board funds geared towards LSC approved tary School's Local action resulted in the is- goals, have been spent dispropor- School Council. suance of a "warning reso- tionately on staff rather than student Charles is pointedly lution" to Albritton stem- centered programs, she said. "The blunt in her opinion of ming from, what she calls, school closes at 3 P.M. exactly" Wadsworth's school Deborah Charles, member Wadsworth Local School his "misconduct" in violat- Charles said, which leaves no time principal, Milton S. Council ing the LSC's legal "open for extracurricular activities. ' Albritton. "We were meetings act" stipulating Albritton elected not to respond locked out of the building," Charles all LSC meetings must be open to for the record preferring to avoid explained, because of a planned the public. The resolution, she said having a "fight in the press" and joint parent and LSC protest against also cites his failure to submit a chose to "stand on his record" which, Albritton's "performance" at the school improvement plan for the he said, is open to the public and by William Green 6420 S. University elementary schools LSC membership to ap- speaks for itself. He did, however, with foreword by school. On January 12th, 1995 prove. LSC bylaws requires school respond to the lock-out charge and William L. White Charles said 12-people were kept principals to submit a' planned countered that "they were allowed to from attending an LSC meeting and agenda of school goals to LSC come in." were forced to "wait outside." members. Also contained within the A Must Read for Anyone Who Charles said Albritton's contract Has Known The Pain and She also charged Albritton's con- resolution, she said, was the Board's renegotiations, as outlined by the Devastation of Substance Abuse or Aflcan American tract should be up in June of this requirement that Albritton warning resolution, also calls for Communivcrsal year. Yet she and other "formulate a task force to improve Those Who Love Them him to submit an accurate inventory project LSCVcommunity members "want math scores." Transcripts of of suspected thefts, the creation of a another principal in place by April Wadsworth 1994 'School Report "The conscience of the nation mutt be P.O. Box 9783 task-force to evaluate the schools Country Club Hills, 15th." Even Charles' April 15th date Card' contained no references to the math program and recommend any roused" my still be termed not soon enough schools scoring and ranking. Al- needed improvements to a commu- FREDERICK DOUGLAS 111.60748 if her argument is accepted. "He was though one source within nity\LSC committee and a plan to 1 (708) 798-6880 voted out of office in 1990," she Wadsworth quoted figures, Board involve the parents of the students in said, yet through maneuvers she authorities could not confirm there development programs. can't explain, the Board of Education accuracy. Governor and Mayor was recieved by Uie principal, Mr. Charles E. Mingo. Mr. Mingo stated, "DuSable has DuSable High changed tremendously over the years, and our spirit and unity stands supreme in every school and com- munity effort. We ask all of Chicago X4IX Somli Micbiqun 60th Anniversary to join us on this important day in our CIIM;M|«, Illiioi* ft ft«l(. history." On February 3, 1995, DuSable concert choirs, directed by Mr. A. Other events commemorating DuS- High School celebrated the 60th An- Griffin will sing. able's anniversary include a speaker's Salon: (SIX) X2!S-III6 niversary of its opening. Members of An exciting program has ben planned forum, taking place Wednesday, the first four years was honored at a that includes remarks from the hon- February 8 and Wednesday, February ^ schoolwide assembly in the Captain ored classes, recognition of Hall of 22. In which Ron Carter, publisher of Walter Dyett Auditorium. A full Farmers, school and class tours, as South Street Journal will be a guest circle of academic excellence was well as other opportunities for alu- speaker. symbolized as the honored classes of mini to reminisce and to bring new Winifred E. Lowery, of DuSable 35-39 are escorted into the audito- ideas and opportunity for our 1,500 High School said, "This program rium by members of the June 1995 current students. designed to bring to our students graduating class. Rev. Danyl Jackson, pastor of Lib- members of the business and pro- A short memorial honoring former erty Baptist Church, on 48th and fessional community who will share students who are deceased, including King Drive delivered the keynote ad- their various careers, professional the late Mayor Harold Washington, dress, "DuSable: Past Present and preparation, job opportuniites and also took place during the program: Future-60 years of Community rewards/benfits that can be ex- DuSable's award winning school band Service." pected." Lowery continued to say, "It under the direction of Timothy Gal- Many alu-mni have re-turned to is hoped that such dialogue will lead loway, a 1964 graduate, will paly join staff in work on the various to informed choices of careers by our selections reminiscent of DuSable's planning and steering committiees. students." great jazz traditon. The combined In addition, proclamations from the • tlM joblessness in our city, then we must begin educating our youth at an early Dept. Of Education Tells age providing them with the skills and support they need to embrace X WASH AND CURL $30.00 Rush School Funds Are positive lifestyles. This grant is a X PDSCURLS $35.00 step in this direction." X WAVES $35.00 During the 103rd Congress, Rush X RELAXERS $45.00- $55.00 VIRGIN On The Way introduced conflict resolution legis- FREEZE CURLS $40.00 lation that embodied much of the X Washington, D.C.-Chicago Public programs in city schools, vigorously WAVES AND RODS $45.00 concepts behind the Safe Schools X Schools have received a $3 million championed the Safe Schools Act. X WRAPS $35.00 - $40.00 W/WEAV* grant award from the U.S. Depart-- "I am elated that Chicago's children Act. Rush also founded the Con- X FRENCH ROLLS $35.00 ment of Education to fight drugs and will now benefit from our hard work gressional Working Group on Chil- TUCK ROLLS $35.00 violence in city schools, Congress- in Congress to pass legislation that dren and Violence to further research X $35.00-$45.00 i man Bobby L. Rush (D-IL) learned supports these kinds of programs," efforts geared toward children as X PONY TAILS this week. Rush said. "If we want to address both perpetrators and victims of vio- X HAIR WEAVES $ 5.00 A TRACK The funding was made available our beaconing crime epidemic and lence. X RISE $10.00 $20.00 / under the Drug Free The New Sutherland Ballroom X COLOR Schools & Community- X CUTS $10.00 - $20.00 Safe Schools Act, legis- 47th Street and Drexel Boulevard X lation supported by Rush and passed by the 103rd *v Congress. All elementary u_ 11V116 cims and secondary schools in Chicago are now available REBUILDING COMMUNITY Tjair Sesigns also wanted to apply for a portion of -Brand New Dance Floor- the grant monies. The Available for multi purposes grant monies can be used for a variety of anti-drug Community meetings and violence measures Meeting - Weddings - including prevention Parties classes and added school security. Banquets Rush, who has long advocated for conflict For information call: CENTUIY PUCE DEVELOPMENT COIP. Emeida Isabelle resolution and other anti- 208 S. LaSaHe St., Suite 1818, Chicago, Unois 60604 drug and violence Tenant/Community Liaison (312)536-4355 Fax 312-629-4550, Phone 312-629-4500 South Street Journal February 9-22.1995 Page 21 Job Anmd College Ada S. McKinley receives Year End Grants totaling Fair Set for Fuller $183,150 People interested in going to college or are seeking job On hand to present Silas opportunities can take advantage Purnell, Educational of the College and Job Fair that Services, Ada S. McKinley will be held on February 12, at with a $5,000 social action the Fuller Park Field House at grant are Marshall Reid, president, Daniel J. Skoda. 12 noon till 5:00. Sponsored by Representing Reids' Water the Chicago Commons Tower and Sate Street Americorps and Chicago Park Stores are Kevin Dudley District Central Region. The and Edith McOoskey Fuller Park fair is top provide alternative to drugs, crime and to enhance community Ada S. McKinley Community 6th, 7th and 8th grade high school for McKinley's 6th, 7th and 8th enrichment. Services has received 1994 year- preparatory counseling and grade program. "We want to supply resources end grants from six Chicago area tutoring program. A $5,000 grant from the Gaylord of continued education and foundations and companies in A $10,000 challenge matching Donnelley 1983 Gift Trust at future employment to the support of the Chicago social grant from Polk Bros. Foundation, Northern Trust Co. for Agency community." Said Shapell Shapell Smith, Park Supervisor at Fuller service agency's human services also for the McKinley Educational operating expenditures. Smith, Park Supervisor at Fuller Park Field House on 45th and Shield is the program. Services program, in addition to a A $4,000 grant from the Albert Park and a twenty 25 year coordinator for the College and Job Fair. A three-year, $129,150 grant previous $15,000 Polk Foundation Pick, Jr. Fund for the 6th, 7th and employee with the park district. from the W. P. and H.B. White grant. 8th grade program. Attendees will meet representatives McDonald's, GMC Trucks Morotoria, Foundation provides full funding A $5,000 Chicago area social A $5,000 unrestricted grant from from colleges and universities and Ameri Tech. White Castle and Fed- for a reading specialist from action grant from Marshall Field's the Otto L. and Hazel T. Rhoades. learn how to apply and how to receive eral Express. McKinley's Educational Services 1994 community giving program, catalogues an college information Among the colleges and universi- packets." ties scheduled to be represented are Shapell said as the attendees meet DuPaul, Loyola, Xayier, Menduly, in Mid South Area employers and receive applications Roosevelt and Colombia College and and information, they will also be the City Colleges of Chicago. something about it. You need to learn your tenant's help with interviews, writing resumes For information call Ms. Smith at Education Bill of Rights. The Kenwood-Oakland Tenants and filling out applications. 747-6144 or Minnie Willis at 376- Enroll your child "NOW" and give them Association, 1238 E. 46th, meet every 2nd Tuesday There will be over 24 employers 5242. a "HEAD START" Services are provided for: children of every month. Call Paul J. Cleveland at 548-7500. and colleges present at the fair. with disabilities; wheel chair accessible; ages: 3-5years Job training and Placement Some companies to be present are (must be 3 years old by September 1, 1994) for more Free 4-week Workshop. Are you at least 18 information, call or visit us at. CENTERS FOR years old, have never worked before, or have been NEW HORIZONS HEAD START 226 East 43rd unemployed more than 6 months, and have only a Street Chicago, Illinois 60653 (312) 624-0061 short work history. Apply at STRIVE 4910 S. King Drive. Call 624-9700. earning a BA from the Univ. of Low Income Energy Assistance Program for Free Job Training Class. Must live in the Grand Moentitas Club Chicago School of Social Service people who have their utilities shut off. Come to Boulevard area. Be at least 18 years old and able to Administration she plunged into the Evening Star Missionary Baptist Church, 4235 S. Cot- read at 9th grade level. Center For Inner Studies hosts annual Black midst of Westside Church and com- tage, from 9 to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. Call 536- 700 East Oakwood Boulevard. Call for more details munity health life. Nurturing a fam- History Program 9527. 873-2300. Empowering the African-American ily of four children together with her Medical Assistance G.E.D., college, and job training programs. If Family is the focus of the Moenititas husband, she exemplifies Family Free shots for all ages. Watch for the Chicago you are between 16 to 30 and receiving AFDC you Empowerment even while engaged in Club's Annual African-American CareVan on the second Thursday qualify to participate in KOCO's free G.E.D., college Executive responsibilities with History Program on Sunday, February of each month at Washington enrollment, or employment training program. Call organizations such as the Westside 19, presented at the Church of the Park Homes, 4120 S. Prairie, Apt. 548-7500, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wholistic Family Center, and Bethel Good Shepherd, UCC, at 5700 So. #103, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Mayor's Office of Employment and Training New Life. Prairie Ave. at 11:00a.m. Chicago CareVan is sponsored by (MET) offers vocational and on-the-job training. The host Moentitas is a women's One of Chicago's own champions of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Training programs include accounting/bookkeeping, church Club whose name signifies Community Activism, Jacqueline Illinois and the Chicago auto repair and technology, computer programming, Christian service through giving of Reed will be a featured guest Department of Health. Remember to bring your medical, chef training, drafting, electrical, office money-energy-time-and talents. The speaker, Founder of Westside Health child's immunization record. skills, and other trades. Call club celebrates its 30th anniversary Authority in 1991, Mrs. Reed Free Medical Help For Medicare Recipients. Healty Client Services Unit at 744- and over twenty-five years of Black presently serves as its Executive Moms/Healthy Kids, a program for babies, kids, and 5734. History Programming, in 1995. Director, coordinating 24 community pregnant women in the Chicago area, is a special Trade Union Rev. Dr. David E. Chambers is pas- member organizations in Health Medicaid program that helps you get regular medical Apprenticeship Program tor of Good Shepherd, Mrs. Marjorie Policy Advocacy. A dynamic admin- care. You choose a regular doctor for each of your Booklet available with Adkins, is President of the Host Club, istrator, innovator and mother, Reed children and for yourself if you are pregnant. If you do information and listings in the Greater Chicagoland brings her message from a wealth of and Mrs. Elizabeth Butler chair of the not have a regular doctor, HM/HK will help you sign area. The free booklet can be picked up at any of knowledge and experience. While African-Americans History Program. up with a doctor. The program is operated by the the weekly Sunday meetings of Community of Illinois Dept. of Public Aid in conjunction with the Islam. Call Minister Jamal M. Shabazz at 779-4569. Illinois Dept. of Public Health, Alcoholism and Adult Leaning Skills Program. Free classes begin Substance Abuse, and other sister agencies. For info every eight weeks at the King Center, 43rd & Cot- Earnest Leonard's 1st Annual call Michael Elliot, outreach worker, at 268-7600 at the tage . Enroll in GED, English as a Second Language, Amateur Body Building Contest Koined Health Center, 501 E. 43rd adult basic education, reading, writing, and math. Be There !!! St. Classes every Monday and Thursday 4 to 8 p.m., and Help for drug and alcohol Tuesday and Wednesday 4 to 6 p.m. Contact Ms. abuse. Hannah & Elkanah, a Adams at 747-2300 evening or Ms. Johnson at 747- To be held at Sam Chatman's community-based organization, offer 2279 days. WHAT'S POPPIN "self-esteem" meetings beginning at Exercise at the Sutherland Hotel Ballroom, 7 p.m. every Thursday. If you need help with a "drug 4657 S. Drexel Blvd. on Monday, Wednesday, and 7710S. Haisted or alcohol" problem stop in at 600 E. 61 st. St. or call Friday from 6 to 7p.m. Monthly fee is $25 per per- on Fri., Feb. 24, 1995 241-5400. Help is a phone call away. son. Seniors pay $15. Legal Assistance 1995 Black Music Festival Showcase Auditions From 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Operation PUSH opens Community Legal CHnic at Audition tapes are now being accepted for the its National Headquarters, 930 E. 50th St. From 6 to 8 February 18-19, 1995 showcase in Chicago. It The Largest Body Building Contest Ever p.m. every Thursday, is staffed by volunteer attorneys highlights the country's best blues, jazz, gospel, on Chicago's Southside! Jewne Kersey. Richard Smith from the Cook County Bar Association. Services are rhythm, and blues, reggae, and rap musical acts. Writer • Edie Crowe available on a first-come, first serve basis. Appoint- Contact Spectrum Communications at 268-8286 for ATTIRE - STRICTLY CLEAN Tune in with WGCI for regular radio ments are preferred, but not required. Call PUSH at information. • announcements about this event. 373-3366. Free legal services for low income persons. Food Service GUEST POSES BY Tickets: $8.00 in advance Advice and representation by experienced lawyers. Citizen to elect Maurice Perkins Alderman of the LOCAL BODY $10.00 at door Landlord/tenant, consumer, unemployment compen- 4th ward presents a free senior and youth breakfast BUILDING CHAMPIONS sation and family law. An attorney will provide assis- every Saturday 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at the LIZ JONES Featuring tance to you every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. at Sutherland Hotel 4659 South Drexel. For more GREGORY HOUSETON Male Hot Chest Show information call: 312/548/0672. JOE HENDRICKS the Centers For New Horizons, 4150 S. King Dr. Call MIKE CURRY Female Bathing Suit Show the Cook County Bar Association Community law To list your organizations services In the Mid-South area & SPECIAL GUEST Project. Inc. at 630-9363. (listed on page 22) forward Information to; APRIL COLOGNE For more information call Pager Number: South Street Journal, Community Services Listing SWIM WEAR BY Having Problems In Your Building? No heat! No 4305 S.M.L King Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60653 DALINDA RUSSELL hot water! Rodents! Lead Paint! You need to do TOMMIE ADAMS 1-312-839-6272 RAYMOND JACKSON PHOTOGRAPHERS 21 and Over DANCING WILL FOLLOW THIS EVENT! Page 22 February 9 - 22. 1995 South Street Journal Continued from page 1 talk about is how bad the public school are." Confined from page 1 bara, "But, Dino is a community activist and Tillman continued to say. "My oldest daugh- leader with an outstanding track record of ter is now in medical school. She i s proof commitment and service to our communities in • public schools do work. They want to say Dino McNeal the 20th ward. I would support him regardless Mollison public schools dont work. We know they of our commitment to each other." work. We have to band together as public and how more it's important that I win this McNeal attributes his political acumen to one school parents. Over my dead body will Mol- election." thing "doing your homework." McNeal is cam- lison close." "People are not blind. Any one can see the paigning on the theme of separating fact from School Mary Richard agreed. "None of my chil- need for effective leadership. Take 63rd and fiction. He calls his positions "The McNeal dren go to this school, but I and everyone else King Drive, there is property standing there team of experts to evaluate the needs of each Plan", a five-point initiative; here is for all of the children," she said. just waiting for someone to get hurt Then that school. Over half of the schools were in fair He addresses housing by assisting current Immediately other hands went up. "You property is secured or demolished" said Mc- to good condition. property owners in taking advantage of federal, dont have to be a parent to be concerned Neal. "As alderman, priority is seeing results. "They claim it will cost more than seventy state, county, city programs and services de- about our children," stated Gayle Fowlkes. Not blaming the lack of results on city hall red dollars per square foot to fix our school," signed to maintain and stabilize property and Tillman continued, "We have to fight for tape. The can get that property secured the Kenner continued. "We are a small school. If helping renters acquire property. Renters inter- Mollison, parents know how to fight We same way it can give property away for a dol- you study the list, a number of the schools are ested, will be targeted as home owners. fought before. There is money. What we lar." also small." Economic Development-provide technical have to tell Daley-who keeps telling every- "We will win this election because people Ray Hancock, the building engineer for support and planning assistance to area busi- one he is the educational mayor-to release • can see. They have more insight of the political Mollison, explained to the enthusiastic crowd nesses in the ward, with special support pro- the money." process and we have gotten the message out how monies are distributed to the different vided for industries that exist in the ward. "We have to fight not just to keep Mollison displaying a superlative knowledge of the major schools. "The school board receives so much "The local industrial retention initiative concept open, but to repair it. Fm here with you. I am and minor issues confronting our ward." said money from the state," Hancock explained will be used as well, emphasizing the impor- going to introduce a resolution to keep this McNeal. Then it's split up between all of the schools tance of using local area residents as employees school open." Tillman explained that the Known as a profound and prolific speaker My supervisor decides how much each land receiving special tax breaks as a result" planning commission has money put aside to McNeal has been involved in the NAACP school in District 6 receives for supplies, re- said McNeal. repair schools, but a call to the planning (Southside Branch) for over 10 years. He co- pairs and equipment. Obviously the bigger "Education will receive full support from the commission and the mayor's office by the chaired the political Education committee and the school-the more square feet-receives aldermanic office. One Staff members will South Street Journal for verification was not served as Legal Advocate for four years. Cur- more money. serve as school liaison to coordinate academic returned. rently he is on the Executive Board. In addition "Mollison does need a new roof, window activities between the schools and the com- The SOS project decided to meet again at a his wife (Barbara Coggins-McNeal) is the replacement, exterior doors, and tuckpoint- munity, supporting the area schools, Local local church at a future date and organize a (NAACP (Act-So) Program National.Director. ing." School Councils, Parent-Teacher Associations, bus load of parents and community members McNeal said his experience working with the Third ward Alderman Dorothy Tillman, en- and education-based organizations. to go to the next Board meeting. Petition NAACP inspired him to found and establish the tered after the meeting had begun to a smat- On crime McNeal says the major emphasis were distributed to everyone by Janice Freedom Now Center (FNC), which is a full tering of applause. "I, too, am a mother. My will focus on providing our youth with alterna- Murph, the Mollison LSC president. time community Social Service Center. The children attended Mollison. Why do they tives to hanging out on the street corners, which Students at Mollison have also been active areas the FNC focuses on are employment, want to close this school?" she began. place them in harm's way. "I will work with in the SOS project. They have distributed housing and legal services. In addition the "We all know government is trying to close area businesses and organizations to establish petitions throughout the school and they do center provides technical assistance and organi- down public schools. There is a master plan support for youth to motivate them to live a not plan to quit until they have a signature zational support to agencies groups and organi- to bring in a voucher system. All they want to crime-free life." from every student in the school. zations throughout our community. "After the last election, I still had to show by As the aldermanic election nears, the test of example that I am eminently qualified to serve McNeal and the other candidates will be their LIONEL'S as our political leader of the ward. I firmly organization to get their supporters to the vot- embraces that concept that if one is to lead it ing poll. McNeal disbutes the rumors that he must be by example and not just talk." do not have people on the streets. He said his LEATHERS & ACCESSORIES Activity involved in his campaign his wife example of leadership, the issues and the peo- Barbara McNeal, who serves as co-chair of ple on the streets will get him elected. In this Wholesale & Retail Network YouTT Women for McNeal. Which community resi- case if done by all candidates this years election For Orders & Deliveries Call dents say she runs the campaign and is the will have a greater voter turn-out than the past (312)874-6928 -Look woman behind the man as Hilary is to President elections. (312)249-3566 Clinton. marvellous "1 am a community activities. Yes, says Bar- Many of our • In our Glovees, Hats, Bags, Brief quality products Cases, Sunglasses, etc. Continued from page 1 are available at Pants, Skirts, Jackets, Dresses, etc fine stores for your Empowerment convenience Zone Workshop in Mid-South Chicago," Community activist, Cecelia Butler, Do you live, work and/or play in this part of the city? expressed concern businesses in the Washington Park area that fall outside the Surely you know someone who does. EZ district and their incentives to remain in the neighborhood. She also asked, "What can you, (the panel) do to ensure that the bottom up remains?" A few of the panelist commented on the South Street Journal governance issue. Congressman Rush voiced his opinion that he was not sure of Lato Michigan the governance issue and that there were no formal agreements made to date. He did however assure Ms. Butler and others in the 1SL X / / / / audience that he would monitor this issue on a day to day basis and make sure communities have input. He maintained that there "will be a fight over the $100 million, but we will not light amongst ourselves,." Wanda White, CWED, was direct in her address of the issues and stressed the need for human services in addition to providing jobs for community residents. Dr. Barbara Norman, Fuller Park, spoke eloquently to the panel concerning the foundation and wording of the Empowerment Zone package that led some of the panelist unwilling to respond to her questions. Although the turnout was not I Extended Offer. SPECIAL TWO FOR ONE OFFER FOR ^DU ANDSOVIEONE^DUKNCW. overwhelming, those in attendance were prepared and responsive. Congressman I Start my subscription to South Street Journal at $17.50 for Start someone I know their subscription to South Street Rush ended the workshop with the 26 issues (bi-weekly), Journal for 26 issues (Bi-Weekly) FREE* assurance of his full participation and and send someone I know South Street Journal FREE*. availability in the struggle to maintain Please Pnnt Please Print community control in the struggle with the Name__ Name city. Asking the residents to respect the Address # Address, power aldermen hold in their community, City State Zip City State -ZiP_ _[ ] Home[ ] Business he stressed the need to prevent the EZ Fund [ ] Home [ ] Business from becoming a Citv Council issue. Enclosed is my payment of $17.50 [ ] for the two of us. * One of the subscribers address must be in or near the area above for offer. At press time the next Empowerment Call (312) 924-0461 for fester service. Zone meeting was scheduled for Feb. 18 at DuSable High School for more information call the South Side Cluster Hotline at 924- 9841. South Street Journal February 9 - 22. 1995 Page 23 CANDIDATE AMD PROPOSITION Help Wanted Classified LISTING for Avon - Ability to be #1. Earn X-tra $$. Up to 50% profits. Tina I- 800-472-5260. Ind. rap. To find THE ALDERMAMIC ELECTIONS Cashiers, washers, managers & someone or TO BE HELD on FEBRUARY 28,1995 detailers something. Or to offer Earn good tips & salaries. Variable hours. On-job a service. training for cashiers & washers. Accepting applica- tions Mon.. Wed. & Thurs.. 5 to 7 p.m.. 453 E. The Candidate Name Address Ballot pos. Marquette Rd. 312-493-8915. Best Hand Car Wash & Detailing. Ask for Mr. Thomas or Ms. WARD: 2 Harding. MADELINE L. HATTHOCK 401 E. 32NDST. 112 Volunteer Opportunity MARTHA H. PALMER 2851 S. ML. KING DR. 113 The CASA Cook Program needs a volunteer to LARRY STRONG 2951 S. ML. 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