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growing popularity and a more unified perception of popularity. Take Me the sport and its rules. This was the era when many people found their soon surpassed in popularity as way to Capron Field to watch the Cubs and other to the Ball Game far as sports go. With it, came a transition from an local baseball teams. While it wasn’t at a major- By Bailey Appelhans amateur sport to a professional sport. Even in early league level and audiences weren’t watching Babe For many, the early 20th century is characterized years of the game, some clubs began paying players Ruth hit a homerun, they were still watching one of by a golden age of baseball. to compete. Star players like James Creighton of America’s longstanding traditions. Baseball can be The accompanying photo is of the Capron Excelsior were compensated for their participation. an intense sport, but at it’s heart it’s also a way of baseball team on Main Street in Capron. The Capron To resolve this issue, baseball clubs wishing to pay bringing people together. Cubs, as they were known, often played against other players were later allowed to declare themselves as local teams like the Poplar Grove Merchants and the professional clubs. Belvidere Kelton Cubs. The Red Stockings were the first team A look back at old newspaper articles in the area to openly declare themselves as professional. Twelve reveals that the local baseball teams garnered a lot clubs went on to declare themselves professional in of interest. After all, baseball in general has been a the 1869 season. favorite American pastime by many. The first attempt at a major league was formed by The first known mention of baseball was in a the National Association of Professional Base Ball 1791 Pittsfield, Massachusetts ordinance that banned Players and lasted form 1871 to 1875. There were playing the game within so many yards of a local several more failed attempts at a major league, such town hall. as the National Base Ball League and the American The first team to play baseball under modern rules Base Ball Association. is believed to be the . The This also sparked the introduction of player amateur social club was formed for upper middle contracts that prevented professional players from class citizens of New York. jumping clubs for higher pay. The , as they are known, As the 20th century began, the “dead-ball era” helped shape baseball into what it is today. For came about. This is said to have lasted until 1919. instance, old rules stated that players could hit a The games were often low scoring and home runs runner with a thrown ball like in . Under the were rare. In addition, were so expensive Knickerbocker Rules, players have to tag each other. that they were very rarely replaced unless it was This helped to avoid conflicts and fighting on the absolutely necessary. Balls were often deformed and field. misshapen by the end of baseball games because of In 1857, 16 New York baseball clubs formed this. the National Association of Base Ball Players, or Many believe a famous baseball player actually the NABBP. The NABBP was the first organization triggered the end of the dead-ball era. Babe Ruth’s to govern the sport of baseball and also formed ball-hitting ability demonstrated a new way to play a championship. The number of NABBP clubs the game. There was a renewed interest in baseball. increased to about 400 by 1867. This included Following Ruth, there were many other players with different clubs from all over the nation. “power hitting” ability. Baseball fields were expanded During the Civil War, soldiers from all over the to accommodate this talent and the sport’s renewed country played together, which resulted in baseball’s 2 September 15, 2017 The Boone County Journal THE BOONE COUNTY JOURNAL real journalism for a real democracy --In Our Opinion-- Belvidere: It’s Nice To Dream

One of the true gifts of being human is our County Planning Department’s website, and we profitability? This is not meant to be insulting, but imagination. Daydreaming allows us to plan. To commend it to you as a highly-entertaining flight of a reflection of the reality of the situation. We would conceptualize. We don’t just aim for the food dish imagination. be glad to be proven wrong, but we don’t see this as or prurient pleasures: As humans, we have a higher viable. consciousness. Reality Bites The problem with this daydream is that it is We use our imagination to fulfill our needs. Standing in the Prairie Tower observatory, we muddying the search for a solution. The question Physical, security, social, self-esteem and self- now direct your attention back to the environs of is not whether to build a hotel in Belvidere. The actualization. We imagine living in a certain way and Belvidere’s “Downtown Transit Center:” question is what do we do with this aging structure aspire to live in a better world. This is good for us. As we have noted before, Belvidere’s downtown on what is an important piece of real estate on an Along these lines, most of us would like to live is in enviable shape. Most of the shopfronts are attractive river? And how long do we wait for an in a community with which we can take great pride. occupied, and one feels safe walking down the street. ephemeral “developer?” One common theme is to visualize one’s hometown It’s an interesting, eclectic, multicultural place. Still, Is there another use for this building? Would it be as a great, thriving metropolis. Consider the daydream it’s a pity that we can’t while away a pleasant summer suitable for condominiums overlooking the river? Are where the high-speed train arrives in downtown from evening there sitting at a table on State with a Sirloin there community organizations or fledgling businesses wherever. When the train stops, it disgorges well- and Scotch on the rocks. who could make use of the premises? Is there another dressed, important-looking businesspeople scurrying The National Sewing Machine Company left a bit possible use? about to conduct their affairs in a romanticized, of unfinished business at Belvidere’s front door. The We propose making a serious analysis of the glamorous setting. company closed sixty years ago, abandoning a large structure and its commercial or other viability. We A good example of this scenario is the Flora building on a prime riverfront site that is now vacant. should not wait indefinitely. If the building is Neighborhood Plan, a development fantasy that was The building is deteriorating rapidly and, with the economically obsolete, it should be demolished concocted for that part of Flora Township that is American economy now in reasonably decent shape, and the site used more productively. Even open immediately west of Chrysler. In the 19-page “story the time has come to decide its fate: space would be preferable to a deteriorating, vacant book,” the designers called for a dense urban utopia. A $30-million-dollar proposal has been made to building. The land is valuable and can contribute to They inform us that the “regional city” we are part of turn the building into a hotel. No funding source to the future prosperity of the city. (which includes Minneapolis) is the “fourth largest make this happen has been identified, except to attract urban constellation” in the US. a “developer.” Affordable, Feasible Naturally, the Flora Neighborhood is centered Putting aside questions of compatibility and around a Metra train station, with trains also stopping whether a hotel is the highest and best use for the Improvements We think Belvidere has potential and we are not alone. in the “Downtown Transit Center” in Belvidere. In property, we certainly wish the aspirants well. We have an attractive river, outstanding proximity to the other direction, these trains serve Downtown As much fun as dreaming is, reality bites. Interstate 90 and O’Hare, a good park system, a strong Rockford and the Rockford Airport. Belvidere and While we would certainly like to encourage industrial base and some interesting architecture. the Flora Neighborhood, we are told, will offer a development in Downtown Belvidere, and with Incremental steps can go a long way toward elevating strong and vibrant community and the best of all all due respect to those who have made an effort Belvidere’s image and prosperity: worlds. Indeed, the Flora Neighborhood will be to study this idea, we cannot visualize how this There are several dozen potentially-valuable the realization of Frank Lloyd Wright’s unbuilt proposal is economically possible. Victorian homes in central Belvidere, many of which Broadacre City. It’s hard not to compare this idea to the Amerock need tender, loving care. These homes are a bargain “One of the prime sites will be the Prairie Tower, Hotel proposal in Downtown Rockford. The proposed for families east of here looking for a place to live. which will boast a variety of uses, offer residents a hotel in Rockford is ludicrous and a tragic waste of Encouraging their rehabilitation would go a long way full-range of services and amenities within walking public money. It is hard for us to imagine demand toward improving Belvidere. distance to the transit center, and provide breathtaking for a high-quality hotel in Downtown Rockford. The The city has acknowledged and we agree that Logan views of Boone County’s agricultural land and open hotel is not intended as an entrepreneurial venture; it is Avenue is in need of a facelift. This is an important spaces.” an immigration visa scheme and tax ploy. Downtown entrance to the city. The sewer system needs to be What good, clean fun! Rockford is a dilapidated ghetto, with little hope of examined, given the recent flooding of many residents’ Best of all, the Flora Neighborhood Plan was achieving privately-financed prosperity anytime homes. We have also noted that library expansion funded privately by several large landowners. If soon. Most importantly, access to that area is poor, presents a development opportunity. We should be you’ve never read it, it’s available on the Boone and the area is not nearly as desirable as the existing thinking about the quality of our schools as well. hotels along the Interstate 39/90 corridor. Perhaps Most importantly, these smaller steps are feasible the Amerock will survive as an overflow hotel, but and affordable. We have already seen progress on the definitely not as a first choice. renovation front. Further efforts in this direction will When one is deciding on a site for a hotel, make the community the kind of place that we aspire to location, including access, is critical. While live and work. Downtown Belvidere is certainly a much nicer place than Downtown Rockford, it is also out of the way. While this is not necessarily Est. 1996 bad for residential or neighborhood real journalism for a real democracy commercial use, it is not Publisher/Editor David C. Larson the kind of high-traffic Senior Writer Charles Herbst location where a hotel Editorial Charles Herbst Reporter Bailey Appelhans is ordinarily situated. Advertising Manager Dena Roethler Were we to locate a Advertising Sales Chuck Detlof Photography Susan Moran hotel in Boone County, we would probably opt David Grimm April 1938 - Dec. 2000 for the Genoa Road Richelle Kingsbury Aug. 1955 - June 2013 exit. However, if we personally wanted to stay in the area as transients, we would be drawn to the area around the Clock Tower, where there are plenty Each week, the Journal seeks to present a variety of voices. of restaurants and Every attempt will be made to print all letters received with the exception of those that are libelous or other services readily obscene. Letters should be signed and include an ID or phone available. number, so that we can contact the author prior to publication to verify authenticity. Seriously, how much Community leaders are encouraged to demand is there to spend submit guest columns consistent with our editorial guidelines for possible inclusion in the Journal. the night in Downtown The opinions expressed in the Journal are those Belvidere? And what of their authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Boone County Journal management or ownership. would it take to increase demand to the point of The Boone County Journal September 18,, 2017 3

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Soldiers from the 1544th Transportation Company based in Paris, Illinois, load Command Sgt. Maj. Lester Edwards of Mechanicsburg, Illinois, command supplies into a light medium tactical vehicle in preparation to provide support sergeant major for the 108th Sustainment Brigade, the transportation companies’ to Florida in the wake of Hurricane Irma if called upon Sept. 12. Nearly 160 commanding brigade, thanks Soldiers Sept. 12 for their dedication and preparedness Soldiers, more than 60 vehicles and equipment laden with supplies, were ready to in being ready to mobilize at a moment’s notice. Nearly 160 Soldiers, more than answer the call less than 24 hours after notification. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st 60 vehicles and equipment laden with supplies, were ready to support hurricane Class Bryan Spreitzer, Illinois National Guard Public Affairs) recovery operations less than 24 hours after notification. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Bryan Spreitzer, Illinois National Guard Public Affairs)

“We are all very thankful the situation in Florida is not stepped up and did exactly what was asked of you. You Illinois Army as bad as it was predicted to be,” said Maj. Gen. Richard were called, and ready to go in less than 24 hours. It is a J. Hayes, Jr. the Adjutant General of the Illinois National testament to your readiness and dedication, even though National Guard Guard. “But at the same time we should all be very proud you didn’t mobilize, you made us extremely proud.” with how quickly and selflessly the 1544th and 1644th Edwards told the Soldiers even though they wanted to Soldiers responded and prepared to go.” help, not being sent forward was a positive outcome. Ready for the Call Leaders at every level praised the 1544th and 1644th “You were ready, but this time you weren’t called,” said The National Guard’s motto is “Always Ready, Always for being ready to deploy at a moment’s notice. Edwards. “That’s not a bad thing. That means the civilian There.” Soldiers from the Illinois Army National Guard’s “One word comes to mind: proud,” said Cpt. Thomas first responders, emergency recovery workers and our 1544th Transportation Company based in Paris, Illinois, Ferguson of Chatham, Illinois, commander of the 1544th brothers and sisters in the Florida National Guard have the and 1644th Transportation Company based in Rock Falls, Transportation Company. “Even though you weren’t situation under control. That’s great news.” Illinois, lived that motto this week. needed this time, you were ready to go help. That’s what Hurricane Irma was initially expected to make landfall The units were notified they would potentially provide we do, and that’s exactly what you did.” in Florida as a stronger hurricane, prompting Florida to transportation support in response to Hurricane Irma. Ferguson told the Soldiers that this was an exercise in plan for the worst. Part of the planning before Irma made Upon being notified, nearly 160 Soldiers were ready with preparedness and they excelled. He said even though they landfall was to initiate requests for support with states that equipment, supplies and trucks in less than 24 hours for the weren’t called for support, they were ready to go. could provide additional resources if necessary. two-day drive to Florida to provide assistance as early as “We couldn’t be more proud of you,” said Command “We exercised our response plan from the highest Sept. 14. Sgt. Maj. Lester Edwards of Mechanicsburg, Illinois, level to the lowest level and now we have an opportunity The units were ultimately not needed to support and command sergeant major of the 108th Sustainment Brigade, to review our actions and be even better next time,” said were released Sept. 12. the transportation companies’ commanding brigade. “You Hayes. The Boone County Journal September 18,, 2017 5 Add Core From Nut Stand Age Crowns Fur Oar Step Allows Dad Gas Odor Substances Obituaries Any Dares Goal Our Sun Apt Deed Goat Outward Tar Arc Dew Gum Pat Tidy Ames, Loretta, 86, Davis Junction, September 5 Ask Ditch Guy Pit Toe Bowers, Alvin, 81, Belvidere, September 11 Ate Dock Has Powder Tree J Evanson, Margaret “Margi”, 76, Belvidere, Aug 31 Bad Domes Hop Rake Tyres Fowler, Edward, 83, Caledonia, September 2 Base Done Hut Ran Use Fulton, Brian, 26, Poplar Grove, September 9 Batter Drum Icy Rat Wears O Hague II, Gary, 47, Cherry Valley, September 4 Bee Dry Ill Raw Wet Bends Harvey, Connie, 56, Belvidere, September 7 Earlier Interpretation Ray Mathiesen, Matt, 70, Belvidere, September 8 Box Eat Its Rise Broad Eggs Job Sad U Tipton, Maynard, 82, Cherry Valley, September 9 Bud Era Lost Scare Burned Eye Map Sea Bus Fat Mat Slept R Cat Ferns Nature Snap Club Figures Net Song Clue For Nor Spoons N A L

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Call a Specialist • A Realtor has more detailed information than you could obtain. STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF BOONE Even shopping on-line WILL NOT give you as much information. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Call a REALTOR R • Your Realtor works just for YOU.... and the transaction! COUNTY OF BOONE - IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of Sherry M. Snover, Deceased Case No. 2017-P-55 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIR- Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of CLAIM NOTICE CUIT BOONE COUNTY, ILLINOIS the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will NOTICE is given of the death of Sherry M. Snover. Letters of WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL ILLINOIS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.- be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twen- SHIRLEY A. JACOBSON, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES Office were issued on August 15, 2017, to Nathan J. Noble, Independent ty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residen- Administrator, who is the legal representative of the estate. The OF MARGIE FRANKS AKA MARGIE JACOBSON AKA MARGIE tial real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judg- MALEE FRANKS, COLLEEN SWANSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND attorney for the estate is Attorney Nathan J. Noble, P.C., 504 North State ment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in Street, Belvidere, Illinois. NON-RECORD CLAIMANT Defendant and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is 16 CH 153 subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied Claims against the estate may be filed on or before February 28, NOTICE OF SALE against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to 2018, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condi- publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 21, 2017, an agent tion. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on October 5, 2017, at the Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Cer- NLT Title L.L.C, 530 S. State, Suite 201 (Logan Avenue entrance), Belvidere, 755 ILCS 5/18-3, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the tificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after requisite date stated above shall be barred. IL, 61008, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the confirmation of the sale. following described real estate: Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Boone The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no rep- County Circuit Clerk–Probate Division at the Boone County Courthouse, Commonly known as 621 RUTH CIRCLE, Belvidere, IL 61008 resentation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admon- Property Index No. 05-35-454-018. ished to check the court file to verify all information. 601 North Main Street, Belvidere, Illinois 61008, or with the estate legal The real estate is improved with a single family residence. If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common representative, or both. The judgment amount was $71,914.08. interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office–Probate Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Con- Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks dominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within and to his attorney within ten days after it has been filed. 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS Date: August 28, 2017 Nathan J. Noble twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, Attorney for Administrator than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsec- Nathan J. Noble, P.C. judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose tions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Attorney Nathan J. Noble property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE 504 North State Street taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any repre- RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF Belvidere, IL 61008 sentation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15- 815.547.7700 in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. 1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. ARDC 6290348 Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Cer- You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s tificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after [email protected] license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclo- Published in The Boone County Journal 9-1, 8, 15-2017 confirmation of the sale. sure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no rep- other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure resentation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admon- sales. STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH ished to check the court file to verify all information. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG JUDICIAL CIRCUIT BOONE COUNTY If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a com- OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, IN RE THE MATTER OF: Maria Ann Keller No. 17-MR-117 mon interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The refer to file number F16100202. Notice is given you, the public, that on October 24, 2017, I will file a Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Petition For Change of Name in this Court asking the Court to change my with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236- present name of Maria Ann Keller to the name of Maria Ann Seraphine. ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, SALE Published in the Boone County Journal 09/01,08,15 other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by sub- day status report of pending sales. section (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15- (630) 453-6960 Assumed Names 1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. E-Mail: [email protected] You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driv- Attorney File No. F16100202 ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION er’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales State of Illinois County of Boone ) ss This is to certify that the undersigned Case Number: 16 CH 153 intend… to conduct and transact a Spa business in said County and State held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts TJSC#: 37-8061 foreclosure sales. under the name of Ming Spa at the following post office addresses: 120 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised North State St, Belvidere, IL, 61008 and that the true and real full names For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business, with the debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. respective residence address of each, are as follows: (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please Published in The Boone County Journal 9-8, 15, 22-17 refer to file number F16100202. NAME AND ADDRESS OF RESIDENCE: Jin Xiao Lan , 9103 Lunar THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Ave, Orland Park IL, 60616. Signed: Xiao Lan Jin, 08/29/17 One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236- Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed) to before me this 29th. day of August, SALE 2017, Julie A. Stapler, County Clerk, by Christine Gardner, Deputy You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 Published in the Boone County Journal 09/01, 08, 15 day status report of pending sales. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC Across 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 1. Music genre NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 10. Says “When?” E-Mail: [email protected] 14. An amine used in the immune system 9. “Malcolm X” director 40. Links Attorney File No. F16100202 15. Russian alternative 10. Kuwaiti, e.g. 41. U-shaped metal rod Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 11. Arousing 42. Experience again Case Number: 16 CH 153 17. A 17th or 18th century dance TJSC#: 37-8061 18. ___ Bowl 12. Hole in a board 43. Descriptive names NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised 13. Educated 46. Garbage that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a 19. Thailand, once debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. 20. “Fancy that!” 16. Called attention to repeatedly 49. Chipper Published in The Boone County Journal 9-8, 15, 22-17 21. One who suspends an action, at law 21. Call from the flock 51. 100 centavos 22. Big ___ Conference 23. Coercion 53. “Can’t Help Lovin’ ___ Man” 23. Cantonese food similar to appetizers 24. “Once ___ a time...” 54. Beaver’s work 25. Hack 29. Casual top LEGALS 26. “C’___ la vie!” 30. Heights relative to sea level 27. Cable network 31. Jail, slangily 28. The stalk of a leaf 32. Mole, for example 30. Branch 33. Provocative Foreclosures 31. Comforted 34. In need of resupply, maybe 32. Game piece 36. Radiator output 34. Block 37. Forest growth IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL 38. Pride CIRCUIT BOONE COUNTY, ILLINOIS 35. Colored WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL ILLINOIS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.- 36. One who hunts SHIRLEY A. JACOBSON, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MARGIE FRANKS AKA MARGIE JACOBSON AKA MARGIE 38. ___ Master’s Voice MALEE FRANKS, COLLEEN SWANSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND 39. Teeth, adapted for cutting NON-RECORD CLAIMANT Defendant 40. “Wheels” 16 CH 153 NOTICE OF SALE 41. Computer monitor, for short PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of 44. Agitated state Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 21, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on October 5, 2017, at the 45. Begin NLT Title L.L.C, 530 S. State, Suite 201 (Logan Avenue entrance), Belvidere, 47. “Fantasy Island” prop IL, 61008, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the 48. Schemes or tricks following described real estate: LOT FORTY-EIGHT (48) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 4 OF 50. Same old, same old WASHINGTON HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, BEING A PART OF THE EAST 51. Bombard HALF (1/2) OF THE WEST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER 52. Say “Li’l Abner,” say (1/4) OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE THIRD P.M., AS PLATTED AND RECORDED IN THE RECORDER’S 53. Temerarious OFFICE OF BOONE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ON OCTOBER 22, 1974 AS 55. Break off DOCUMENT NO. 74-2373 IN PLAT FILE INDEX ENVELOPE #2, SITU- ATED IN BOONE COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. 56. Soothing Commonly known as 621 RUTH CIRCLE, Belvidere, IL 61008 57. Medical advice, often Property Index No. 05-35-454-018. 58. Hot or cold drinking containers The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $71,914.08. Down 1. Modest 2. Monet subject 3. Cockeyed 4. Check 5. “Casablanca” pianist 6. A 20th century movement in poetry 7. Auteur’s art 8. Chilean range The Boone County Journal September 18,, 2017 7

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