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Vui. a \o.a Copyright 1999 Cherrel Communications July 15 -238, MMJtt Tillman delays The 2nd Creat City to decide Supreme Life building fate Mayor's CHA Fire was Douglas - The city of presented a proposal last May, be- to the City's Com- appointee gan administering munity Develop- Black and passing legisla- Recalling the past Aid. Dorothy | Wednesday, July 14, 1999,1 ment Commission tion to seize control Tillman (3rd), lead the hold up of J marked the 125th anniversary off (CDC) for the city and ownership of the one of Mayor Daley's 10 new board I the 2nd Great Chicago Fire, j * to acquire the prop- Supreme Life build- members of the Chicago Housing I known as the Black Fire. el erty from BMCTC. ing on 35th and King Authority (CHA) The Committee to Preserve thef The Department Drive, The central The appointees follows the May j History of Black Firefighters and j of Planning with the reason was to move 27th agreement between the City j Paramedics hosted it's Second 1 support of Aid. the project forward. and the U.S. Department of Hous- j Annual Celebration of the his-1 Madeline Haithcock ing and Urban Development (HUD) j torical event at the Chicago Fire | Why should the Black Metropolis ingTTHai question was the focus of a requested the action by the city was be- to begin the process of transforming | Academy, 548 West DeKoven. I Convention & Tourism Council public hearing at the City Council cause the project was taking to long, 18 public housing in Chicago. The fire was of great magni- J (BMCTC) headed by Harold Lucas rede- Chambers, on Thursday, May 20, where months. In addition to be in concert with Aid Tillman charged appointee jtude, reported to have started atj velop the Supreme Life Insurance Build- the Chicago Department of Planning (Continued on page 8) Andrew Mooney with being part of 14:30 pm, in the alley between! ..the problem 14th and Clark Street, near whatf from the past | is now Dearborn Homes. Nearly | hush, hush on 47th St. plan when he was 1,000 buildings were leveled | CHA chairman j within a 3 block area from Eastf and executive | to West, and 15 blocks from| director, from (North to South; leaving 3,0001 1981 to 1983. | homeless. | He was ap- The rich whites living east of J pointed by I State Street, and European Im-| Mayor Jane I migrants to the West, countless | Bryne to re- j fires of suspicious origin forced 1 place the con-|Blacks to move south along! troversial for- j State Street, to form the "Black | mer Chair |Belt" on Chicago's south side. Charles Swibel. I Engine 21 was the only| The Mayor's ("Black" Fire Company in the! press office | city, located at 47th Elgridge Ct. | commented that j (now 9th and Wabash). Andfew Mooney Mooney's ap- In 1927, Blacks migrated fromj pointment will I the South in large numbers andf go before a_public hearing to deter- | the members of Engine 21 were J SSJ Photo Arrnadell Hicks mine if the Mayor wouJd bring I relocated into Engine 19's quar-f Building the bridge of economic developme th ward. Residents and business owners gathered at 47th ana submit (^her name to the council. Under his leadership of Fire-1 full participation in Interment Domain plan for the city to buy 95% of 6 blocks of land. See map page 18.a section. Mooney, cajrrently is the Senior | fighter Kublai K. Muhammed City policy- "will not Planning, Andy Norman, deputy commis- Mayor Richard M. Daley, meeting with Program Qlj^etef of the Local Ini- IToure in 1994, he hosted a sioner told the 47th Street Business Asso- the association. tiatives Syjf^orJt Corporation jCookout for Retiree's, at Engine meet without ciation, "No City representative shall Prior to the city's position, there was no (LISC), which he^Rind develop- 19s quarters. This experience meet with 47SBA without an aldermanic attempt of the city to work with the bus- ments jn the Mid-South communi- | moved him to look into some ofj Aldermanic presence." representative present." ienss association, said Armadell Hicks, a ties and City Wide. I the stories he heard about thej on 47th King Dr. Plan The decision was the result of Alderman spokesperson and business owner. As the president of his own coiv- Grand Blvd. - Addressing a two year re- Dorothy Tillman's (3) displeasures of (Continued on page 18) suiting- firm for six years, Modhey (Continued on page 18) \ quest to work with the Department of Chuck Bowen, Executive Assistant to specialized in urban economic de- velopment, housing and labor. Secretary of HUD Andrew Cuomo stated in his October, 1998 speech here in Chicago, that Marches Chicago was no longer on its trou- bled housing management list and that HUD no longer needed to per- against sonally managed the federal funded CHA. Tillman did not make any com- police CHHEOAN COUNCIL ments to SSJ, however, her actions reflected the progressive position URBAN she had« before Mayor Daley took AFFAIRS office.However,. brutality The major appointment of Daley was past the council was of former continues on 63rd St. Robert Taylor resicEent RlMllip Jack- by Jamie C. Nesbitt son, as Chief Executive Officer. Staff Writer In the wake of the fatal shooting deaths of LaTanya Haggerty, 26 and WiseSSJ photo by Haroon Rajaee Robert Russ 22, and just recently a Marching against police brutality, scores of citizens and activists marched to Police Headquarters, at the recent killing of a youth in Harvey, , killings of two African Americans. The two tragedies and other police brutality issues led to many hearing and ac- Chicago citizens will continue marches tion by all sectors of the City. The above was held June 16, with the support of Rev. Al Sharpton of New and demonstrations. The latest one will York City. Rev. Paul Jakes, has been leading many actions and marches since the innocent of the be from 64th and King Drive. case. Many organizers hold the marches, for justice for Joseph Gould. Persever- meetings, demonstrations and hearings ance paid off, the officer, Gregory a result of Police Superintendent Terry Becker, was ultimately prosecuted for Hiller recommendation to discipline armed violence and ten counts of offi- four of the officers related to the Hag- cial misconduct and sentenced to 15 gerty killing. In addition to police to years in prison. have new training and procedures for pursuits, traffic stops and use of deadly The march scheduled to begin at the force, and cameras place in police cars. El stop 63rd & King Dr. on Saturday media meeting The slaying by Chicago police during July, 17th, noon. Organizers seeking justice as with the case of Becker will with CHA's homeboy a routine traffic stop, brings back mem- ories of a day in 1995, when Streetwise memorialize Haggerty at the site of her Phillip Jackson, vendor, Joseph Gould was gunned murder bringing flowers and march to "This is a personal challenge. I down by off-duty cop, Gregory Becker. District 8 Police HQ at 79th & Halsted, grew up in public housing. I Anthony Oliver, Director of Streetwise where the cops who killed her are still know how isolated it can be. I (Newspaper) organization provides (Continued on page 4) Maurice Haggerty, brother of slain traffic victim, LaTonya Haggerty, march employment for over 3,6000 homeless with Anthony Oliver, Executive Director of Streetwise (pictured on the righf) (Continued on page 10) men and women, was on the front line and over 1000 protesters against police brutality. Page 2 July 15 - 28, 1999 South Street Journal Student Achievements Jewel-Osco College Scholarship Funds Oakland community eighth grader Ebony Sims (top photo) and Hyde Park's Vanessa Flowers both re- make Chicago's neighbor- ceived a $1,500 college hoods better and safer. The scholarship from Jewel-Osco. July program begins at 8:30 am They and 11 other eighth The Prologue Players Chil- with registration and conti- graders were selected as dren's summer theatre will Jewel Scholars and will com- nental breakfast, features a be on going to July 27th, pete to earn two $5,000 preliminary session at 9:30 mine, masks, stage move- based on their academic per- am where the keynote ad- ment for students entering formance, attendance, in- dress will by the mayor. 5th - 9th grades, Tuesdays volvement and community Thereafter workshops will service. During high school, and Thursdays 1 3 pm, tu- begin. Ebony, Vanessa and the ition: 4160; Theatre games other students will be con- from 10:30 -11:30, Tuition Monday 19 nected with a Jewel-Osoc $100, at the First Unitarian Persons involved in discrimina- mentor and receive after- Church, 5650 S. Woodlawn tion cases meet every Mon. at school or summer intern- From left of Right: Graduating class of 99 from Chicago Vocational 6:30 pm at Rainbow/PUSH, ships. The $25,000 scholar- Ave. Call (847) 681-0910. Career Academy (CVCA) Classmate graduating from Architectural 50th and Drexel. Drafting,Terrell Millsap,Teacher Mr. J. Rodriguez and Crystal Cox who ship fund will be awarded at "Settlement In A New graduated last year and Edmund Jefferson. the end of the students jounior year of high school. Homeland" presented by Tuesday 20 the National Vietnam Veter- Task Force for Black Political ans Art Museum, an exhibit Empowerment meets every SWORN IN providing insight into the Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at the Inner Young Authors Provide Motivation to success of the Vietnamese City Studies, 700 E. Oakwood. who survived the Vietnam DuSable High Students War, and began their new Wednesday 21 Young authors, LeAlan Jones and Lloyd New- Aid. Dorothy Tillman 3rd man, visit DuSable High School to provide moti- lives here in Chicago, open- ward meetings 1st and 3rd vational lectures to the predominantly CHA resi- ing reception, 5:30 - 9:00,Wednesday of each month, dent student body. Both young men penned the through Oct. 4, 1999, re-4645 S. King Dr. 373-3228. critically acclaimed book. Our America with co- freshments served. Free Ad- BOSS, (Bronze Organizing author, about their experiences grow- mission, RSVP 312/326- Strategy Sessions) Planning the ing up in and around Chicago public housing. 0270. 1801 S. Indiana Ave. agenda for 2000 meeting on is- They are shown pictured with the Raise the Roof sues of Public Housing being torn Readers of DuSable who have collectively read Thursday, 15 down, welfare is being elimi- over 100 books in the past few months. Mem- The Chicago Panel on School nated, and many of our children bers of the reading club are being sworn in as Policy will discuss the status are being taken from their biologi- active participants in the Vernon Jarrett initiative, of Transition Centers at a cal families. At 6:00PM in the Freedom Readers, which aims to get young stu- breakfast briefing and round Lower Level Meeting Room of the dents more involved in reading and oratory skills. table discussion from 7:30 - Center for Inner City Studies, 700 Englewooif's Campaign to save the babies - An in-ested in taking advantase of the y°uth centers can can 224-1834, 9:30 am, Sidley and Austin, E. Oakwood Blvd. (773) 268- 7500 novative twist is on the Horizon for the Englewood community. St8tG $6113107 TfOttGF tO Challenge RllSh- At the one first national Plaza at Nine (9) youth Development centers have open. Several commu- Task Force for Black Political Empowerment, State Senator Madison & Dearborn, 55th Friday 23, floor, conference room 6 nity leaders in conjunction with 7th District Police Commander _Donne Trotter confirmed he will challenge Congressman Bobby Recipients of the 1999 Van- north. The space for this and the CAPS program have joined forces to address a Year Rush (1) in the year 2000. Todd charge that Rush has not delivered guard Awards will be con- event is limited. (312) 346-ferred at the the second annual Round Youth/Community involvement Initiative. Persons inter- for the 2nd Congressional district. In addition Trotter said that 111. 2202 fax (312) 704-5646. Sen. may also run. As Todd stated Vanguard Awards lunching that he did not having the backing of , Friday 16 11:30 am, in the Grand ball- room of the Standard Club, 320 he did have the support of Mid-South aldermen and 47th Street Business Associa- S. Plymouth Ct. The Vanguard tion meets at Illinois Service no clear direction if he will receive Mayor Daley Award is given to individuals Federal, 46th and King Drive, support. Con. Rush was not available for com- who have made outstanding ef- from 8:00 am to 9:30 pm. yra Penney, who was a candidate in the 3rd ward, was elected ment. It has been rumored that Mayor Richard Daley forts in making the law and the president of the City College Student Government will be after Rush seat. Saturday 17 legal profession more accessi- She gave Aid. Tillman flowers and a hug at the Sister to Sister program, Chicago Hailed for Welfare-to Work Ending six days, more than ble to and reflective of the com- munity at large. Tickets are she overheard whispering, telling the Alderman she will run again in Program - The U.S. Department of Labor praised 1,600 cyclists will come to- 2004.. The word is Penney was invited to Tillman's "Who's Who House gether to pedal 500 miles in $50. for reservations call Kathy Illinois for its performance in moving people on 'McEnroe at 312/554-2057. Party for the Roots Festival....On the Alderman, it was expected that Till- public assistance to jobs in the private sector. Illi- Twin Cities - Wisconsin - man as VP of the City Council Black Caucus would become President. nois had the highest number of welfare-to-work en- Chicago AIDS Ride 4, pre-Saturday 24 However, westside Aid. Walter Burnett told SSJ, after past president rollments and placement in the country in the year- sented by Tanqueray, which West Woodlawn Council of Aid. Robert Shaw was elected to City treasurer, the Black Caucus just old program at placing clients who face significant began in Black Clubs meet on the 4th broke down. He said it was talk about putting it back together, but employment barriers. The have enrolled 3,300 Tem- Minneapo- Saturday of each month at the doubtful it would. "Does this mean they are "Free at Last" or there just porary Assistance and placed over 1,300 people in lis on July Parkway community House, are no Black issues for the Aldermen to address. " jobs. No available count of the target population. 12. The 500 East 67th Street. goal to Comings and Goings—New President at Joyce Foundation, CPS Aids Foundation of Chicago to rasie $5 Sunday 25, teacher wins national honor, Paula DiPerna, a policy analyst and au- million for N'Cobra meeting at Washing- thor, has been appointed president of the Joyce Foundation. awarded more than $1.1 million in ton park Field House, 55th and 17 AIDS Tanquera/s Clarence Wood, the president of the Human Relations Foundation of grants to local agencies Grants support- service or- American King Drive, meeting are held every 4th Sunday. Chicago, was honored by Chicago Youth Centers for is dedication to ing community-organizations specifically to serve ganizations AIDS Rides improving civil and human rights in Chicago, especially in the South African Americans and Latinos account for 50 per- in the Twin Cities, Wiscon- Mon. 26 Shore community. Lulu Ford, Assistant Superintendent, Dept. of cent of the funding. Other funding includes 61 per- sin and Chicago. For info on Credit Workshops, the pur- Funded Programs for the was among the honor- cent to support a wide range of HIV/AIDS preven- how to ride, volunteer or pose; to manage your ers at the Northeastern Illinois University Alumni Day Celebration. tion education and high risk programs, of which donate call 800/825-1000 credit/money, to buying a Ford received her MA. at Inner City Studies.. Coming back on the writing 31% are targeted to support education/prevention or 773/880-8812 or visit house. The workshop start at scene is former SSJ staffer Beverly Reed, as a writer for the Chicago De- programs for youth, and 14 percent supports projects the website at 10:00 a.m. (until 1:00 p.m). fender, .the newspaper also has a potential new owner, from Detroit. targeting women and children affected by http://AIDSRIDE.org. Sponsored by FaithCorp Fund N'Cobra recently held their elections, stepping up the demand for Repa- HIV/AIDS. For on agencies serving a certain aria Mayor Richard Daley and the a subsidiary of Partners In call (312) 558-1770. rations for Blacks in America before the folks in War-torn-Kosovo, get Chicago Police Department Community Development their cites rebuild (reparations) after the U.S. finish bombing. will host the second Neigh- 2929 S. Wabash, Suite 200. Vision House to address HIV-AIDS 312-674-2337. Morgan Carter with a coalition of clergy meet at Mt. Hope M.B. Church borhood Assembly at the Community leaders and legislators announce a $4 United American Progress on 60th and Princeton to reverse the carnage of children being killed and million state grant to develop and construct a family McCormick Place. The pro- gram of workshops and pre- Association's Million Dollar brutalized throughout America, demanding a House Bill introduced to care center for persons affected by HIV-AIDS, lead March. Meets every 4th sentations is designed to the U.S. Congress returning Prayer in public School. And what about the by State Sen. Margaret Smith. Vision'House Family Monday, 6:30 pm at 7606 help residents and city de- Ten Commandments in public schools? Care Center, to be located at 50th and Vincennes, S. Cottage Grove, call Webb will provide full day care and early childhood educa- partments work together to American Friends Service Committee sponsored Twenty African Ameri- Evans 773/268-1873. tion, as well as mental health and case management can youths to tour New York, Maine and Washington D.C. get the chance services to low-income pre-school children impacted (CAPS) Chicago Alternative Police Strategy of a lifetime by meeting with official from all over the world during the by HIV-AIDS. The Vision Hose Apartments, a resi- Meetings in July 1999 World View Study Tour. dential for those affected, is located next door. Beat 2nd District 5101 S. Wentworth 747-5109 Rev. Oscar Walden Jr., who spent 14 years in prison - "Innocent, has a 213 21th 6:30 pm 700 E. Oakland Center/Inner City new book out. "The True Story of Rev. Oscar Walden Jr. 221 15th 6:30 pm 4510S. Michigan Urban League Dr. Cornelus Collins, advocacy director of the Chicago Urban League 222 20th 6:30 pm 4312 S. Cottage KingCtr. will be joining his former coordinator Jonathan Williams as he left the i that one of the Palm Trees fro 223 19th 6:30 pm 4946 S Vienneses McGee Temple League two months ago. However, Williams left for reasons of a tight where Gerri's Palm Tarven 224 28th 6:30 pm 4801 S. Michigan Hall Library budget, Dr. Collins is retiring. it use to be? 234 27th 6:30 pm 5531 S.King Washington Park Cecila Butler have some ideas on who should be the next State Sena- Beat 3rd District 7040 S. Cottage Grove 747-7004 tor next year. And eyes and ears for State Rep. Howard Kenner... She 311 20th 7:00 pm 6105 S. Michigan St. Edmunds also has some issues with the Chicago Park District planning for 321 27th 7:00 pm 500 E. 67th St. Parkway Com. House Jackson and Washington Park. 8.. 322 22th 7:00 pm 7059 S. So Shore Dr. S.S. Culture 333 21st 7:00 pm 2110 E. 72nd St. St. Philip Neri Cong. recently announced the appointment ofKimberly 334 14th 7:00 pm 7059 S. So Shore Dr. S.S. Culture Parker, of Maryland to the position of Chief of Staff, taking the place Beat 21st District 300 East 29th St. 747-2930 of Rev. Stan Walkins. 2112 21st 7:00 pm 3300 S. IndianaPilgrim Baptist Ch. 2113 28th 6:30 pm 2701 S. Shields Ward School If you have any call or Fax at 773/924-9536 2124 27th 7:00 pm 4731 S.Ellis Harvard School 773/924-0461 All UnZippers must provide name, developments, the demolition of Mid-South postpones Election multi-family buildings and the large number of vacant lots together with the small amount of single family of Board Officers homes being developed. After you Grand Blvd. - The Mid-South Planning strated year of current and consistent visit the black wards, go to the loop and Development Commission service to Mid South communities and and the immediate surrounding areas (MSPDC) board elections have post- explaining a level of commitment to and look at the vast amount of new poned the election of their officers for redevelopment and human develop- building and rehabilitation of mas- the till August of this year. ment in Bronzeville and plans for sive structures for multi-family hous- According to the executive direc- tenure on the Mid South Board ing. Now tell me what does it seem tor , Thomas Worthy, it was due to a The Board of Mid South has asked With that out of the way, let me like to you. The ethnic cleansing in lack of a full slate, as determined by the Mid South Advisory Board to per- nEddieJLRead move on to my real concern. We have Chicago is subtle and is done under their advisory council. "The election form the duties of the Nominating A Review: apparently focused on the Prisoners of the cover of fair housing and eco- will need to be rescheduled until more Committee for this election, and they War (P.O.W.'s), now lets focus on the nomic development. It is far more nominations have been received." have established the following general Congratulations prisoners of Poverty (P.O.P.'s). Some difficult to detect. Many say that most No nominations were received for criteria for nomination to the Mid twenty years ago, leadership launched blacks that are being moved from ex- the offices of Treasurer and Secretary . South Executive Board. a war on poverty campaign. Twenty isting housing developments are Only one eligible nomination was re- Each candidate must have a to the years later, there are serious casualties pushed to the south suburbs or even ceived for Chairman and two for the demonstrated year of current and con- from the failure to win the war on Gary, Indiana. Vice Chair. Mid South Commission sistent service to Mid South and show released poverty or even fight it for that matter. I submit to you the City of will continue to accept nominations progressive experience in Community Not only has the war on poverty not Chicago does not want a large number When set, at the Annual Meeting Development, Real Estate Develop- been successful, we now have Prison- of non-productive black folks living in MSPDC will have their bi-annual elec- ment, Public Administration, Pol- P.0.W.S, ers of Poverty (P.O.P.'s). The most it. The city appears to be making the tion for the positions of Board Chair, icy/Advocacy or Organizing. noted P.O.P.'s are the children, partic- transition from renters to home owners Board Vice-Chair, Board Secretary Any questions regarding voting or Now lets ularly children of the homeless and in its new build program. In the final and Board Treasurer. Candidates nominations, call Executive Director those on the welfare rolls soon to be analysis, many black people that re- should include a resume, a demon- Thomas Worthy at (773) 924-1330. cutoff. Here in the City of Chicago main in the city will need a higher release the some say there are some passive simi- standard of income and overall rev- larities to KOSOVO. I agree with enue to remain here. If that is not eth- PAR'S. what some have called "ethnic cleans- nic cleansing, what is? Chicago is not Residents seek 35th Street Congratulations, Congratulations. ing Chicago style" Once again, put only implementing a program to fur- Right on Rev. , Sr. and simply, what would you call the re- ther maintain its representation as a Police Station to be named, the Human Rights Delegation for their moval of housing that certain black racist city. It is becoming more class victorious mission to KOSOVO. As a people live in. There appears to be a protective than ever before, however,

• •'' ' Viet Nam era veteran, I know the chal- concentrated effort to downsize the now there are some black people that fif lenges and the dangers that face mili- have really bought in to and are popu- • • • . • - - tary combat personnel. Prisoners of lating the class system. After all, it | J War (P.O.W.'s) is just one of many would be to easy to point out a city issues that have a devasting impact on with no more black people living in it. military personnel and their families. A main problem that we're are now

,:.:•:•:•:>:.:, .. Don't let anyone downplay the going to face is the growing black ': " ' • £ : 1 : value of the Humanitarian Mission by elite, who's power and influence ap- 1- the Jackson Delegation, such a mis- pears to be growing. sion has far reaching implications in What elected official will go on f many circles of interest, not just hu- the humanitarian mission in Chicago <* manitarian or military. Time will to free the prisoners of poverty prove the effect the Jackson mission (P.O.P.'s). Let's stop the ethnic 'felt ,.; will have on operations and policy; cleansing in Chicago, free the Prison- whether the powers that be want to ers of Poverty (P.O.P. 's). Maybe you **"** ' If > >** admit it or not. Rev. Jackson, we can tie a GREEN RIBBON around a salute you for another job well done. tree, a light post or the wrought iron if Once again, I reaffirm my sincere ap- black population in the City of fence around the property next door preciation for the courage and accom- Chicago before the 2000 census count. that you can't visit. plishment of the Jackson Delegation. Naaah!!! FREE THE PRISIONERS OF As the young people say "I ain't no There you go Eddie Read, just another POVERTY (P.O.P.'s player hater". So don't waste my time conspiracy theory. Who would do A luta continua with the anti Jesse Jackson stuff. If I such a thing? Why are you always have problem with Jesse Jackson, I picking on white people? Well you Eddie Read is International President will continue to do what I normally drive through the predominately black of United Independent Workers <, '•-•-• • do, call him up right after I complain populated wards and look at the demo- International Union Police Officers Pat Hill, president of the African American Police League join to Mark Allen. lition of public housing multi- family others in seeking to name the new Police Headquarters being build on35th and Michigan in Officer Wilson name. In Memorial - Police Officer Cornelius Wilson, Killed - May 1, 1919, was the first.African American police officer killed in Chicago Lem's Bar-B-Que House For further information contact AAPL 773-373-0531. Others in memorial •hady Dee &Sonl service for the late officer Cornelius Wilson, at, 37th and State Street to com- memorate the 80th year anniversary of his death. 5914 S. State Street Wilson was thirty-five years old and had been a police officer for five years. Chicago, II. 60621 On Thursday morning May 1, 1919, he was killed as he was walking to his residence, completing his tour of duty. It is reported he was approached by several young men who attempted to rob him at 37th and State street. Offi- cer Wilson was shot after shouting "halt" to the offenders when accosted by by the Chicago Tribune them. Before falling to the ground mortally wounded. Officer Wilson managed A Family Tradition for 45 years to shoot one of the assailants, who was later found dead in a nearby alley with gunshot wounds to the stomach. Left to mourn Officer Wilson, were his wife and brother. He was buried in Campbellville, Kentucky. TISt East 43RD STREET The Chicago Police Department did not return calls to SSJ on their position for PH: (773) 536-1545 the naming of the new headquarters. LUNCHTIME SPECIAL 1/2 Chicken GOOD LUED 11 (Dark Meat only) SM. TIPS $5.00 FURNITURE H $2.00 W/TRIMMINGS For information on advertising call: II served w/fries, bread, & sauce Tues-Fri am - 11 am - 4 pm 773/924-0461 WE BUY ANTIQU

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CBC in holding field hearings in cities "It makes sense" Oliver says, "It plagued by police misconduct. brings objectivity and accountability Rep. Davis said that he may intro- Police into and would also give citizens a duce legislation that would withhold heightened sense of security." federal grants from those police de- employed. On state and national levels, Prior to partments who fail to fully respect hu- On June 16, where a massive march the deaths of Haggerty and Russ, Con- man rights. took on the Chicago Police Department gressmen. Danny Davis (7) and Gre- In addition to Davis's actions Con. headquarters at 11 th and State Street, gory Meeks (D-NY) presided over a Bobby Rush has taken steps requesting led by the Revs. Paul Jakes of old St. historic national hearing called by the the immediate funding and implemen- Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) to tation of a national study that will ac- Christopher Bullock, Rev. Al Sharpton examine the rise of police brutality in curately reflect incidents of police use and a host of other civil and commu- minority communities. Where from of excessive force. nity leaders, sought changes to avoid New York City to Riverside, Califor- Rush committed to keeping this is- tragedies. Participants crossed ethnic, nia community activists testified call- / ° . SSJ Photo by Armadell Hicks gender, and generation boundaries, ing for U.S. Attorney General Janet sue on the front burner Ot the national parjs Thomas a community organizer in Public Housing of Robert Taylor and representing the coming out to stand against police bru- Reno to open a federal investigation agenda, particularly, in light of the re- Community Vanguard (at mic.) and Rev. Paul Jakes (left seating) have been major organizers cent highly publicized reports of po- in marcnes and demonstrations addressing police issues. Another march is scheduled for tality. into police brutality. The Chicago lice misconduct Saturday July 17, 12 noon beginning at 63rd and King Drive with a host of endorsers. One participant in the march at Sun-Times reported Rev. Jessie Jack- Chicago Police headquarters, Robert son of Rainbow/PUSH has requested Lucas, director of the Kenwood Oak- the same of Reno, which she did. land Community Organization feels the "What is happening African Ameri- march was successful. cans and minorities today is reminis- "It accomplished a few things. It cent of the days of George Wallace, INVITATION TO BID served to wake up blacks and others Bull Connor and Jim Crow," Rep. that didn't march that there's a serious Davis said. "The actions of a few law problem in Chicago that's affecting officers has lead to increase tension be- thousands of people. It also showed tween the police and the communities MID-SOUTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION that some people aren't afraid to take a they serve." CHICAGO, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS stand. And, most importantly, the Davis and the CBC will be holding march served as a training paradigm for another hearing on Saturday, July 31, young activists." to be held at Quinn Chapel AME The Mid-South Planning and Development Commission will receive Like most people, Lucas feels that Church, 2401 S. Wabash from 12 noon both officers should be indicted for the until 5 pm. bids for the Renovation of the Overton Hygienic Building at 3619-27 murders. He also believes that if the sit- Oliver sees new and improved legis- uations were reversed, the officers lation as an important key in the fight South State Street in Chicago, Illinois. This project is being funded by a would have thought differently. "In against police brutality. Congressmen grant administered by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (IHPA), Russ' case, the officer took an object should be initiating new and stronger and broke his driver side window, legislation. In addition, Oliver feels State of Illinois. The scope of work includes the exterior renovation of which had been tinted," Lucas contin- elected officials should be more proac- the Overton Hygienic Building, including new roof, new wood & alu- ued. "What would the officer do if tive in dealing with community issues. someone had broken his car window? As witnesses by his involvement in the minum windows, new storefront, and masonry and terra cotta repairs, all Would he not try to disarm the person, Joseph Gould incident, Oliver says in accordance with the Contract Documents. who might be trying to take is life?" that elected officials "Need to be out As a former Sheriffs Deputy Court there on the front line whenever citi- Officer, Oliver has long been con- zens in their communities are up in cerned with the need for answers to the arms about issues of police brutality." The Contract Documents may be obtained by depositing $25.00 per set tragic problem of police brutality. Wallace "Gator" Bradley, commu- with Bauer Latoza Studio, 1006 South Michigan Avenue, 6th Floor, Oliver strongly feels that the Chicago nity activist and founder of United In Peace, a non-profit organization, also Chicago, Illinois, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 A. M. to 5 P.M. Rush Applauds Supreme participated in the march. Bradley The Contract Documents are available as of Wednesday, July 7, 1999 feels that the Rev. Al Sharpton's visit Court Decision On has helped make police brutality "a na- after 2:00 P.M. The amount deposited for each set of Contract Docu- Anti - Loitering Ordinance tional issue". He's currently in talks ments is not-refundable. A Pre-Bid meeting/walk-thru is scheduled for with "The Jerry Springer Show" and "The Oprah Winfrey Show" about Wednesday, July 14, 1999 at 10:00AM, at the project site, Overton Hy- possible segments on police brutality gienic Building, 3619-27 South State Street, Chicago, Illinois. and prosecutorial misconduct. Paris Thomas, of the Community Vanguard, who has demonstrated at Sealed bids are due and will by opened and read aloud on the 27th of the mayor's office for a week everyday charged the community to be consisted July, at 4 P.M. at the Mid-South Planning and Development Commission with pressure on the city. Thomas said the problem is the at 4309 South King Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60653. whole racial structure of the police de- A certified check, bank draft, cashier's check or bid bond payable to the partment. "There is is about 2,300 black officers compare to 13,000 of Mid-South Planning and Development Commission for not less than ten the force. It is still racism that the two (10) percent of the total bid amount will be required for each bid. officers involved in the shooting are U.S. Rep. Bobby L. Rush believes black. Black officers are condition the Supreme Court made the right de- that it is okay to harass the Black com- The Mid-South Planning and Development Commission will require the cision in June when they struck down munity. It do not happen in the white the unconsitiutional anti-loitring ordi- community as it does in ours." successful bidder to furnish a performance and labor and material pay- nance. This ordinanc, recently resur- "We wanted Police Superintend rected by the Mayor Richard Daley ment bond for the total contract amount of the project and insurance as Terry Hiller to resigned at first.No w administration after it was struck we are not. Because this is not about down by the Illinois Supreme Court, required by the Contract Documents. Hillard. Only Mayor Daley can make strips individuals of their rights to as- real charges happen and State Atty. semble and according to the ruling, Richard Devine can prosecute." "affords too much discretion to the All wages paid by the Contractor and Subcontractor shall be in compli- police and too little notice to citizens Bradley said at a City Council hear- ance with the Illinois prevailing wage rate act. who wish to use the public streets." ing, spearheaded by Aid. Dorothy Till- man (3). "The community should tar- The campaign for the ordiance to Bidders will also be required to comply with the applicable equal em- get Devine, since he's the only one pass, with the backing of thousands of who has the power to prosecute. My ployment opportunity and sexual harassment Provisions. signatures organized by private citen- concern, however, are the (white) offi- zens of the CAPS program. cers who haven't been prosecuted for Rush squarely against the ordinance assault." The Owner encourages "minority" businesses to submit competitive bids said. "No one wants to see gangs ter- Bradley hopes that Mayor Daley rorize the citizens of Chicago. How- on this project. The successful bidder is encouraged to use minority won't respond by "handing the black ever, this ordinance, seeks to solve community these two black officers one problem by creating another. In businesses for supplies, equipment, services and construction. A mini- while still not bringing the other addition, although proponents of the (white) officers to justice." mum of 10% of the contract amount shall be awarded to minority busi- ordinance suggest the law prevents street gang activity in 45,000 arrests "That would be an easy kill," he nesses. but very few of the those individual adds. "Black politicians and police of- were charged. ficers aren't on the same level as white ones." However, Aid. William BeaVers The recent, highly questionable police No bids will be withdrawn without written consent of the Mid-South (7) has reported that the two officers shootings of two unarmed individuals, will not go free saying the officers did Planning and Development Commission. The Mid-South Planning and have raised suspicions and concerns not follow the rules. among many citizens of Chicago. In- Development Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and On the national level Rep. Danny stituting this ordinance would have Davis called on Congress to do three to waive any informality in the bidding. only served to inflame the already things: first, recognize that police mis- volatile relationship that exists be- conduct is a problem and pass a resolu- tween Chicagoans and their police. tion condemning acts of police brutal- Sooth Street Journal July 8 - 21, 1999 Page 5

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SSJ Photo by Armadell Hicks 504 East, 47th ST. Across section of community residents and leaders gathered on the corner of 47th and St. Lawerence Ave., wanting a change with citizens partication. Chicago, 111.60653 They weren't looking for a story, they were looking for some leadership in action. For jobs, affordable housing and accountablity on birthday. (773) 624-0613 May 19th. by LaVerne Browne Americans) can get away with it is that Fax (773) 624-0631 "I feel like a man who has been we do nothing." asleep somewhat and under someone Pat Hill, a representative of African else's control. I feel what I'm thinking American Police League of the We Provide The Following Services and saying now is for myself. Before, Chicago Police and former aldermanic it was for and by guidance of another, candidate (3), added, "The first thing 1. Internist (Medical Doctor) PIUS now I think with my own mind." we have to do is to protect the perime- Those words by Malcolm X were ters. Don't let anybody in. Our prob- V2. Pediatrician (Child Doctor) Tire Repairs echoed at a Street Town Meeting held lem is," she said, "We let everybody ®v 3. OB - Gyne (Female Doctor) 1/20FFw/thisad at the corner of 47th and St. Lawrence come into our community that don't Fast Mounting Ave. to celebrate Malcolm X's birth, look like us. We have a tremendous 8^ 4. Pharmacy last May and to celebrate rebirth and ft 5. Laboratory While-U-Wait TIRE: rethinking in the Grand Boulevard NEW, USED, REPAIR, neighborhoods. Hours: Mon. to Fri: 10:00am to 5:00pm REPLACEMENT The same words were heard again on Saturdays: 10:00am to 4:00pm BRAKE JOBS, July 2, at Fuller Park, on 45th and ft ft ft 8* ft ftv ft. COMPUTER WHEEL Princeton. A-CITGO OIL CHANGE At New Approach Health Food Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8am - Restaurant, 600 E. 47th, community rr'nrrrrrrrrrTTTTTriX!! members prepared to take their mes- sage to the street at 47th and St. Lawrence. Inside, it became .clear the citizens of Grand Boulevard, and sur- rounding areas were tired of taking a back seat while others than community residents continue to buy into and buy away the communities. From the corner of 47th and St. Law- THE erence Ave., residents came ready for a change. They were upset that develop- HYDE PARK ers, building a new condominium for the past eight months would not hire KUNG-Fu community tradesmen. There weren't looking for a story, they were looking ACADEMY for some leadership in action. For jobs, "If we don't work, no body work". SSJ photo by Armadell Hicks For Young People ages 4 to 17 Pat Hill, a Chicago Police officer and Every Friday at 6:30 pm While most that were assembled at former aldermanic candidate (3), "the ] urn bo W\FREEPOP $25 per month the restaurant prepared for an outdoor first thing we have to do is to protect rally, Eddie Reed, community activist the perimeters The guidelines r and President of the United Indepen- and laws have not been followed. Pizza 2.19 n Instructor: dent Workers International Union, Phillip r made it clear that he would not be join- lack of self-trust. "We trust white folks plustax Jackson r Confidence* ing the outdoor celebration. He said he because their money appears greener Slice Discipline* was tired of people pretending they are and their water appears colder. But Excellence prepared for a cause they know nothing with black folks, it is the opposite." Gyro's Biggest Beef in Town Tai Chi Ch'uan sc about. The amount of lots on aldermanic Kung-Fu "We have to become grounded philo- hold have been accumulating since the Homemade-Italian Beef 6£ p * Confidence sophically and ideologically and recog- 70's. Most of the buildings were either Homemade Pizza * Discipline*Excel nize the white man as a perpetrator of burned out or dilapidated, so the city R lence genocide," Reed added, and then led tore them down." Hours: Sun 12 am 9 pm the crowd in a childhood chant," sticks During the Jane Byrne administra- Mon. thur Thurs. 11 am to 9 pm 4945 S. Dorchester and stones may break my bones, but tion, alderman created the aldermanic Fri. sc Sat. 11 am to 10 pm Enter on 50th words may never hurt me." hold. However, it isn't a policy. She Call 312-842-3759 Ron Carter, Editor of South Street continued , "We need to figure out how Journal made it clear that when we to change this policy. A lot of money went to the streets, we wanted to com- has come into the community and municate with the people where we are there has been legislation on how it and where we're going. should be spent. The guidelines and Commencing the outdoor celebration laws have not been followed." Hill's was the sounding of a horn as all were solution is for the public to demon- CUSTOM MADE HA TS, called to thinking. Concerned residents strate a vote of no confidence. That, she DOBBS, STETSON FOG, KANGOL, BORSALINO and community activists heard a host of believes, is one way for a public offi- • CLEMMED AND BLOCKED concerns over a bull horn, from minis- cial to fail. • CLOTHING FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY ters to lay people of the streets. One participant told the story of a AND FOR THE MAN OF DISTINCTION One question raised was about pre- Hispanic hot dog stand owner. "A few venting the sale of vacant lots to resi- days later, she was gone and some •SI/ITS, • SPORTSWEAR dents. The first speaker, Malachi 'brothers' had replaced her. When I Thompson responded, "We are in big asked what happened, they replied, trouble and it isn't getting bigger . We 'We low bought her.' are ignorant because we just don't This is the same thing that should know. We have to fix up our commu- happen with some of these vacant lots nity and take it back. like the one we stood on." He added, The only way they ( non-African (Continued on page 7) South Street Journal July 15 - 28, 1999 Page 7 opers, and union and government rep- city we could see a lot of visible work, Fronts and Frauds belies a "be resentatives. Efficiently seting pace but that there was just as much nonpub- damned if you don't, be damned if you Black Contractors and significance, Collins introduced lic renovation taking place, as well as do" attitude. African Americans have speakers and methodologies that would night work on the Dan Ryan and no large bonding agencies, no immedi- Coalition momentarily form the conference into action com- Stevenson expressways. ate sources for the large funding that is locked up construction mittees. Johnson pointed out that the union required to "bond" construction bids. on the Stevenson Ex- Mr. Johnson, has the intense, mus- halls were presently near empty, a great This point was well underscored by Ed- pressway. Their activity cled bearing of a pro linebacker. "We need for machine operators and electri- die Forte, past official with the Black was short, focused, and know that racism exists....there is about cians. But the underlined more press- Contractor's Union who remarked, apparently 10 billion dollars worth of construction ing problems of the construction indus- "How can a brother be worth $10 mil- well-organized. Work- work in this city. There are enough try in Chicago is the racism of the lion and he lives next door to you!" ship Coalition founders African American contractors. We are unions." The only functioning black developer Omar Johnson and Earl forced to take the front lines. There Addressing Chicago Public Schools, who builds for Blacks and who is Williamson successfully needs to be changes, there have to be." that lets out $50 million a month in self-standing is Elzie Higgenbottom. placed public attention He expressed the need for black construction contracts, Johnson said (East Lake Management and Develop- on the fact that African contractors to "... come together collec- that CPS waives the majority of its con- ment)" Americans were not get- tively to become part of industry." struction projects from African Ameri- To reach that self-sufficiency while ting their share of jobs in Johnson asked among the conferees, can involvement. keeping focused at the same time the Chicago construction "How many here are making $24.65 an "Fronts" and "Frauds" was of Mr. would most benefit the black commu- industry. hour?" No hands were raised that could Williams topic. Conference participants nity. Those" are two of the major chal- Mr. Johnson and Mr. mark the prevailing union wage. He immediately rang out chords of famil- lenges facing black entrepreneurs, de- Williamson brought the explained that if we looked around the iarly. (Continued on page 14) Workship Coalition to the Chicago Urban League Thursday morn- ing, June 24th to discuss that very problem. The COMMUNITY OWNED Both organizations, speared by (L) Omar Johnson, meeting proved pur- the Workship Coalition and Dr. Cornelius Collins, of poseful and inspiring. the Chicago Urban League, came together to pro- With professional in duce a detailed action outline. Changing The Equa- poise and purpose, Cor- f/on, addressing Black contractors issues nelius Collins, Urban League retiring Director of Advocacy, By Etabu Larry Dunn brought dynamic years of leadership, AFGA NEWS SERVICE experience, and research before the Grand Blvd - Imagine going to a public conference. A special sharp awareness works construction site such as theran around that conference table, Stevenson Expressway, or a private site sweeping all attendees into action, SUPERMARKETS on the south side, to view the workers Botn organizations, the Workship on the job. Imagine seeing, in a city that Coalition and the Chicago Urban is nearly 50 percent African American, League, came together to produce a de- Hyde Park Cooperative Society, Inc. no African American workers. What taiied action outline, Changing The city would this be? Equation, before an audience of In June a group called the Workship African American contractors, devel- (Continued from page 6) funding from the EZ. We own, it! Lucas says, "EZ did not create (BMCTC). In 1929, in the middle of The Hyde Park and Mr. G Co-op Supermarkets are owned , Street Corner the depression, three black insurance by the people who ttse them—over 21,000 members/owners ' companies merged and created the who receive a variety of valuable benefits. Don't miss out! meetings Supreme Life Insurance Company. They sold us policies when the white Join the Co-op—Southside Chicago's community-owned "If the Gap or Aldi's or Saks comes on people wouldn't. They created one of grocery stores. this corner, the scenario is no different. the most prosperous business in the The brothers on 47th can say, 'Wait a country that lasted till 1992. We later To get more information, or to buy your first $10 share of minute, 1 think Lwant that spot.' It isn't led a struggle to put the black metropo- Co-op stock, stop by the membership services window on the impossible", said the speaker. lis district on the map. It is discrimina- main floor at the Hyde Park Co-op or speak to a front-end The meeting political overtones con- tion that is trying to keep us from tinued to be an issue from the atten- building the economical substances we supervisor at the Mr. G Co-op. dees. Responding to criticism and ad- need." dressing public officials, former 3rd. Ms. Hill, reported that the issues east Ward Aldermanic candidate, Myra of the Dan Ryan are he same west of Great Savings Throughout the Store! Penny responded, "I ran because I felt the Dan Ryan, "looking at developer's I was a viable candidate., I saw sites, and seeing non-Black workers; raggedy, dirty buildings and brothers the thought of residents complaining, • Mare, than Just, a business standing on the street. I felt I could getting so damn tired of grown men make a difference. She didn't believe standing around doing nothing. she would win the race, but she feels "Development can be challenging, that she's successfully raised the con- few would argue that. The process de- sciousness of the people. signed from the "Bottom up" has been The City of Chicago proposal to take re-designed to exclude those it is for over plans to redevelop the Supreme nor protected by the law for citizens Life Center was addressed by Harold participation. Who will build it and Lucas, the President and CEO of the reap the jobs? As men and women are Metropolis Convention and Tourism being forced from their establishments Council (BMCTC). According to in many ways. documents, this organization was Because of spiraling priorities of self awarded a & 100,000 EZ grant in 1996 satisfaction, and who controls the pro- to develop a feasibility study and a grams and its finances our street rallies comprehensive business plan. To date, will continue from all sides of the com- BMC&TC hasn't received acquisition munity.."

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Supreme life Lucas, responding to questions by his fellow community activists as well about the delay of getting the project Building started, he said, "BMCTC should be the Hope VI, fast developed in the area. given the resources just as the City will Organizations from Bronzeville seek and receive the same funding to and citywide testified in support of complete the project." "Obedience To GOD BMCTC. Including Partners in Com- "If the City develops the Supreme munity Development, Mid South Plan- Life Center Project, there would be no ning and Development Commission, partnership, or ownership by residents, the Gap CDC, Community Workshop SSJ Photo/Armadell Hicks and the project would be 100% fi- on Economic Development, Centers One of the major spears nanced by tax dollars. for Neighborhood Technical, Chicago heading the "Restoring According to Lucas the city will Historical Society, and even the City's Bronzeville" vision into use the same 5 dollars from the private Dept. of Culture Affairs. sector for every dollar of EZ funding. However, the Commission voted in reality, Harold Lucas, a BMCTC has generated over $600,000 favor of the Department of Planning long time community ac- in private sector investment in the pro- with the insurance that the building tivist is continuing his ject. will not be demolish, paving the way Another hearing was heard on July for the city to acquire the property at mission to secure the 1, by the City Council's Housing and fair market rate and go forward with Supreme Life building for Real Estate Development Sub commit- the development. African American tee preparing to be heard and voted on The city would use the same con- before the full City Council. Tourism; even as the city cept created by BMCTC, which calls BMCTC is appealing to Vice Presi- James Muhammad, Editor-in-Chief of the 's for a Visitors Center as a catalyst for is legislatively taking pro- dent Al Core and his National Empow- Final Call weekly newspaper dedicated to the resurrection of the Black men other commercial development. cession of the building. erment Zone executive director, Alvin and women of America and the world accentuated the positives of truth and Lucas said, "We wanted to create Brown to act on the project to be con- integrity in journalism, moral values, disciplined education and obedience to an international African American Her- sistent with EZ basic principles: a GOD as he was guest on George O' Hare's special senior network Chicago itage Tourism designation and visitors Lucas explained, "The funds to bottom-up relationship between the Public Access cable 19 TV show on Mr. Muhammad told of his early Cincin- information center that had the poten- pay her should have came from the government and communities. nati, Ohio, Bowling Green University Schooling in journalism, his first assign- tial to generate more than $200 million Chicago Empowerment Zone (EZ) The organization will also appeal ment with the Cincinnati Call and Post, the largest Black-owned newspaper a year in new revenues, which could funds, which delayed disbursing those to the National Black Caucus and file a chain in Ohio-and his experience covering "The Police Beat" for Kentucky create jobs, alleviate poverty and rein- funds to us." newspapers. When asked of his " Secrets To Success" for the young people complaint with the Department of of today, he said "Obedience To GOD, education, do unto others as you vent government." Lucas stated that his organization Housing and Urban Development Gen- participated in the design and strategic would have them do unto you, find somebody who can help you, and strive to Lucas has charged the city of en- eral Office, for a class Action suit to learn from those you can learn from". content create in the TIF, was the first gaging in a land grab by approving leg- complete the acquisition. Mr. Muhammad gave the details of the great educational opportunities for islation to seize control of the old to demonstrate a market for heritage Supreme Liberty, later known as young people provided by the Nation of Islam's University of Islam for pre- Supreme Life building. "The hearing tourism in the Bronzeville communi- Supreme Life) in 1929 was the merger schoolers through twelfth grade He added that students, to enroll, need not was not about our mortgage-lender," ties, and also help spearhead the of three Black companies....Supreme be Muslim. For information call James Muhammad at 773 - 602 - 1230 Lucas said. "It was more about whether Metropolitan Pier and Exhibition Au- Life and Casualty of Columbus, Ohio; we have the capacity to do the project." thority sponsored the Martin Luther Liberty Life of Chicago; and North- The Preacher on 47th Street Cynthia Williams, a wealthy West King Drive Walk of Fame monuments eastern Life of Newark, New Jersey. to African American leadership as a SSJ Photo by Armadell Hicks Sider who loaned BMCTC $150,000 to The merger combined a joint business "Preacher", of First Church of De- heritage tourism destination. help purchase the site, testified she put in force of $27 million. This was one liverance, with broom and other

Lucas content that Black Metropo- •::: • s::- g! •:;:; :•: up $90,000 for delinquent taxes. She of the first major mergers in American essentials, quietly and observant lis has met or exceeded every estab- supported the city and the CDC's posi- business history, and it was at that time sweeps down areas of 47th Street tion to take over the project, upset that lished benchmark for completion to re- the biggest financial deal ever negoti- Lucas did not repay her. ceive the $100,000 first round EZ ated by all-Black business...--John The Coalition to Return Johnson. Seventy years after this his- toric merger, and six years after the Prayer Campaign ...... corporation was liquidated, the A coalition of clergy representing a Supreme Life Insurance Company is broad cross section of faiths and de- YOUTH REVIVAL still the center of controversy. nominations have formed a reverse the July 19 - 23,1999 —nightly at 7:39 pm carnage of children being killed and brutalized throughout America. They H Evangelist fir me week Sam & Geno's are demanding to have a House Bill in- Rev. Bernard Bradford troduced to the U.S. Congress return- | ing Prayer in public school. Over (' 1 Pbeenlx.AL 10,000 petition signatures will be dis- EVENING STAR MB. CHURCH played as part of a drive to gather 10 4235 South Cottage Crave Avenue Shoe million supported demanding that Pres- cmcagt.il. 81853 ident William J. Clinton spearhead this in the church meeting room. Clinic initiative to eliminate the separation of Evening Star Missionary Church and State. For information con- Bantist Church will host the tact the Mt. Hope M.B Church 6034 S. Princeton or Morgan Carter at 50th Year-ln-Ministry off Rev. (312)400-3873, 24hours. O.C. Morgan. The grand celebration will take place at the Chateau Bu- SL Elizabeth Church win serve Sche', 11530 S. Cicero, Alsip, II on 503 L 47th SL as fiscal agent for School of Film Friday, August 13, 1999 at 7:00 pm un- Youth Leadership Program and ontil 12 am. The Ministry Committee is 536-8040 Wednesday Afternoons throughout the Clised Wed. & Sundays putting together a Souvenir Journal month of July. There will be a three with the program, Dateline July 12. AskftrfiENO ShicShioe hour film project at 4058 S. Michigan For info call 924-5574 Fast Food and Carry Out Catering On Killings, 8233 South Ashland Ave. ~ Chicago, 1L 60620 This book can be purchased at (773)783-3906 •' (773) 783-7188 (Fax) Christian Science Reading Room Countering 209 West 95th Street AS GOOD AS MOTHER'S Hatred (773) 995-0841 500 E. 79th Street • (773) 488-5492 "As we pause to pay tribute to 50 Piece Chicken $30.99 50 Wings _. 35.99 Ricky Byrdsong today, and as we 50 Piece Party Winglets w/sauce 18.50 refneber the 40 Piece with 10 Breast 41.89 EAT 'N' RUN'S everyone other shoot- 20 Piece with 5 Breast 23.20 25 Pc. Ried Jerk Chicken 11.99 ing victims Catfish Nuggets 15.99 "As Good As Mother's" Boneless Perch 17.99 Famous Seasoned Flour in Our com- Ham Tray 21.99 munity, Italian Beef/Gravy 24.99 •Regular • Spicy Fish Meatballs/Sauce 24.99 downstate Bean Casserole 11.99 and in Indi- Macaroni & Cheese ; 12.99 5 Lbs. Potato Salad 5.75 ana, let us 5 Lbs. Cole Slaw 5.75 also remem- Homemade Peach/Apple Cobbler 18.99 Homemade Pound Cake 15.99 ber Jesus String Beans 7.99 Christ s in- Spaghetti 12.99 Green Salad 7.99 spiration to his followers, when he * TAX NOT INCLUDED * Excellent for Chicken, Steaks. said, I give you but one command: 20-25 p Chops, Gravy and Fish yours That you love one another." Let us Feitirlij Oir FMOU Cbiefcei 'At Gooi At Morter't...BeHer Thai Otfcen' AGAM can be purchased at these fine stores resolve in our sorrow to replace Ptrilet, Billets, Gbireket, Wedding, hatred with love, to replace divison Stony Island Foods j & j Meat Co. 103 East 47th Street Fuertlt »t Ftally Reinlont Del ray Fa rm s Economy Wholesale with unity and to love one an- The Oily Cfciekei Yu eu Rekett ui Eat Pete's Produce A & G Wholesale Chicago other." Falrplay Foods Dixmoor Foods SPECIAL DISCOUNT Discount Foods fairway Cook County Board President Churches. Schools and Other not-for-Profil Mario's Butcher Food Basket 773/373-4535 Organizations Receive Discount with Tax Leamington Food Chatham Foods Mpn. thru Fri. 10 am - 4 pm, Sat. 10 am thru 1 pm John Stroger Exempt Letter. A & I Grocery »Close Sunday & Holiday <50 Pieces of Chickep for $29.00) ASHIAND MINT SOUtCC. INC. • (771) 411«7O7 Street Journal July 8-21. 1899 Page 9

ministries. • Q. How are you helping the mem- Douglas Teacher bers and others.as the pastor Chicago Uptown Ministries who serves the homeless? & Pastor Named .A. I council people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol and also serves Sam's Club by Haile's Heart food in the pantry, go to Advocate Teacher of the nterview with court, help people who are on Public Aid also people who have Social Secu- Pastor Milton rity problems, Chicago Public School Year Johnson Crisis Intervention Specialist Coun- Douglas - John Brazeal, a teacher at Pastor Milton Johnson selor. Court Advocate at World Crisis Christ The King Lutheran, located at Bread of Life Ministries Intervention, I also speak at Einstein 37th and Lake Park is putting on a 4720 N. Sheridan Chicago, Illinois Elementary school about drugs and happy face- but not because summer He's a professional musician also a alcohol He also helped the kids deal break is around the comer. Brazeal at Miltsong Record & with the death of James Camp a for- was named the SAM'S Club Teacher Production who has new contemporary mer Chicago Policeman who was mur- 6f the Year by the partners from the gospel cassette disk. That has guest Pastor Johnson traveled on the road dered. The students wrote his wife Sam's Club Store in Cicero, IL, in artist also inspirational music. with Emotions, Earth, Wind and Fire, letters to continue having Pastor John- appreciation for excellence in educa- BIOGRAPHY of What made you become a pastor? and the Commodores. son love and hope for them, in their tion. A. The pull and tug of God, my It was difficult for me to leave the road hour of need. Brazeal's "happy face" is a special Rev. John W. \Feacher of the Year rendition of the grandma also encourage me. Family to go back to school. I was working Q. What are your word of encour- familiar red Sam's Club vest, which xSraZeal Jr. was ordained as and friends suggested it. Since I was a five part-time jobs; working at a agement? the Sam's Club partners presented to pastor of Christ the King in 1994. child I always thought I would be a record store, teaching music at a ele- A. Getting back to basics, put God the outstanding teacher in addition to a Rev. Brazeal is the Director of OK pastor. mentary school as well as an after first family second; everybody else $500 education grant for Christ The SHARE, a non-for profit development Pastor Johnson has been a pastor for school student myself, I was also on third, and you last. Treat everybody King Lutheran. Corporation established to improve six years. the Facility at Chicago State Univer- the way God wants you to. and God Brazeal was one of more than 2,500 housing stock of the Oakland Commu- Q. How has it benefitted you. sity and selling life insurance. will automatically take care of you. teachers from around the country who nity, to build new homes and educa- A. I share in other people joys, as well Q. How did you turn your life Your first should become your last. tion for better job skills. He is the rep- as their sorrows. It also gives me a around? were selected to receive the 1999 award. The winners received a total of resentative for the Northern Illinois way to serve God, I watched how my A. My wife prayed me into church, Haile's Heart column is about people District Lutheran Church Missouri life has changed, also his friends lives. more than $1.25 million grants from and my life change before my eyes. recognize for their great work and ac- their schools or school districts. Synod on the Chicago Metro Ne- Q. What were the difficult points The first time it was embarrassing. I complishments they have done for hemiah Plan. in your life? "Teachers have one of the most chal- was drinking and it was obvious I was. human well-being also the community. lenging and critical jobs in our coun- He is responsible for Christ the King A. I got married early, at 18 and I But the members encourage me. I en- If you feel there's someone who had a child. It was very difficult for try," said David Glass, president and Lutheran Church becoming Commu- joyed the sermon; I also saw the value should be recognize for greatness write chief executive officer of Wal-Mart / nity Partner with the Illinois Departs me. I had to get established. I didn 't of the word of God. I am really grate- or call or fax some information we'll graduate from high school but was Sam's Club Teacher of the Year merit of Human Services, Cook ful for Pastor James Cord a phenome- be more happy to hear about it. Award program. County, Pershing Road. As a commu- and still am a musician at this time. nal creature, who brought me into the "This is our associates' way of letting nity Partner, the church assists clients teachers know how much we appreci- to move from welfare to work. Women In ate their contributions to the education In addition to funding a day care pro* Bank targets Churches for of our youth, which in turn contributes gram run by the church, under the di- Evangelism III to the vitality of our communities." rection of Rev. Brazeal, a food pantry $20 million in loans I The Wal-Mart/SAM'S Club was begun at the church ten years ago. the fastes iriwlag institotiins li African-American cinnnnlty Teacher of the Year Award is one Clothing, furniture and household AD 2000 items are also donated to those in need. North America South Shore Bank announced plans to growing community-centered institu- of three Sam Walton Community Women's Track originate more than $20 million in tions in African-American neighbor- Leader Awards, The Sam Walton loans in 1999 for churches and their hoods. He saw the need for financial Wal-Mart and SAM'S Club sup- More than 2,000 women from the [Business Leader Award recognizes congregations. The announcement institutions to connect with churches port dozens of initiatives to in- United States and Canada are expected local business leaders who demon- was made to more than 100 African- in areas where they undertook com- crease educational opportunities to gather for the Women in Evangelism strate a commitment to customer American preachers at the bank's an- munity development projects, in or- III National Conference, July 23 - 25, service, respect for employees and for students, teachers and associ- nual "Preachers' Night Out" last der to reach the families who would 1999, at Wheaton College in Wheaton, ates, including scholarships, in- May. Since 1996, South Shore traditionally not approach banks for services to the community. A Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. ternships, schooJ-to-career pro- Bank's Church program has gener- their financial needs. The bank saw I $500 Wal-Mart economic develop- The conference is sponsor by grams, work-based education pro- ated $20 million in loans for what the churches as viable partners in com- ment grant is awarded to each win- AD2000/Christian Women United, a grams, support for the United Ne- bank calls previously ignored and munity investment and recognized ner's Chamber of Commerce in his network of women organized by Evelyn under-served market. the value of the Church Program as a gro College Fund and other educa- Christenson and Kathryn Grant. The or her name. The American Home- part of its mission to increase oppor- tional programs. network has two major goals: 1 .To train South Shore Bank says it plans to town Leadership Award, tunities in underinvested communi- and equip women to understand the pri- loan more than $20 million to ties. ority of prayer and evangelism, and 2. churches to build centers, day care fa- To mobilize women to pray and share cilities, rehab church buildings, and the gospel of Jesus in a culturally rele- finance new construction. One vant manner. church, Progressive Missionary Bap- Mission America, founded by Billy tist Church received a loan of $1.2 Graham, works with all denominations million to accommodate its growing and para-church groups to reach every congregations. man, woman and child in North Amer- Testifying that that loans are mea- ica with the good news of Jesus. sured in more than dollar and cents, Women in Evangelism III is designed Clyde White, co-pastor at Trinity to be a multi-racial and cultural confer- united Church and President of the ence. Bank's Chatham Banking center. One of the highlights of the confer- "The Church Program is integral to ence will be a special Block Party on South Shore Bank's mission. It en- Saturday, July 24, which will allow ables the bank to reach out to people some of participants to share the love of who have never connected with fi- Jesus in the inner city of Chicago. nancial institutions before or seen the Registration for this conference value of a banks' products and ser- ranges from $90 (without campus hous- vices." ing) to $165 (for 3 nights housing and Under White's leadership the meals). For information, contact San- Church Program was conceived when dra Thomas: 77-371-2344 South Shore, Bank recognized that churches were among the fastest Evening Star PILGRIM Baptist Church 42435 South Cottage Grove Ave. BAPTIST Chicago, Illinois 60653 Rev. O. C. Morgan, Sr., Pastor CHURCH Palms 133-1 Rev. Dr. Floyd W. Davis, Sr. , Aow pood, Pastor 3301 S. Indiana Avenue Aow Chicago, Illinois 60616 II Isfo z (312) 842-4417

Pilgram Day Care...312-842-4408 Church School....Sunday, 9:00 am Order of Service Spiritual Clinic Tue., 6:30 pm Sunday School - 9:00 am Sunday Worship Service - ll;00 am Bible Study Wed., 12:00 noon 1st Sunday - communion 3;30 pm Worship Sunday, 10:30 am 2nd Sunday - Choir's Musical 3;30pra A Conversation/Interview with Meet the Community Press with Mr. Joseph Schuldiner Phillip Jackson by Beauty Turner with Queen Sister by Ron Carter jeauty Turner, is a [free lance writer, (community activist, poet, host for a show called Know Your Community, and a resident Robert Taylor Homes - An interview on April 8, 1999 with Executive Director Mr. Joseph ShuldinerofC.H.A, concerning issues of residents and tenants - such as the Relocation plans, the House Bills 2042, and 2103 that is effecting residents with the one strike rules, and with Section 8 voucher SSJ/Armadell Hicks and certificates - Phillip Jackson, formly Chief of Staff of the Chicago Public Schools and former resident of Robert Taylor Included in this Interview Homesmeet with commuity base editors and publishers on his goals and directions as Cheif Executive is a political activist Officer of the Chicago Housing Authority. Queen Sister. are not in the business of building P.H., we are about Beauty: "Joe could you tell our readers a little Section 8 for C.H.A. - Congress has issued rebuilding communities. To the interest of the com- bit about yourself?" new Section 8. (Continued from page I) munity, the residents, and the interest of the City. A "Basically I'm a good fellow! Basically my Section 8 is more likely to last longer then know the feeling of being trapped, but I also R. Carter: Looking at a map of the city. Where are background, I started as a Attorney in New public housing!" know how to survive, and I'm ready to hit the the former residents of CHA? Let look at the York city, suing Landlords that wasn't Beauty: "Do you think the relocation plan is ground running." Bronzeville area, condos and $250,000 prices for a maintaining their building." I became head of working?" home do not meet a great number of public housing Stocks and management in New York City A "I think that we have gone to building and residents. With the decrease of public housing tenant Housing Department - Then I became ask people what was their desire, what was hillip Jackson, new CEO-designee for the population city-wide, how can we see residents on Executive Director of CHA, for the whole their housing choice?" licago Housing Authority. Can we say enough this map based on what was promise to them. In this country!" And so far a large respond wanted Section 8. about his accomplishments? If he had his way, we case for residents of Robert Taylor to return to an Beauty: "So what is your job description? Beauty: "How many people hae been would say very little. He is an extremely private per- area that is now targeted for an Industry Park? The "Exactly what do you do here?" successful?" son and his work IS Phillip Jackson. "What you see same concern is for 63rd street where two 16 story A:"Basically I'm responsible for the chief A So far about 80 percent, but that's not their is what you get." However, we can boast of his ac- building have been demolish. Where are those resi- operation of the office here, the day to day only options - we asked them, the people, if complishments and the quality of the man, worthy of dents living? operations set by the board." they wanted to stay, they may go to other all the honors we pile upon him; he is ours. So public housing population is going down. Fewer Beauty: "Do you know what the House bills units, but we don't know how long that's During a conversation with Mr. Jackson, I told residents. Less problems to report. Less of a budget. are?" Queen Sister could you please state what going to last!" him I wanted to write about the star, before and be- Jackson: First of all I do not know about an Industry then House Bills are?" Beauty: "It was a big problem concerning hind The Black Star Project, "The man." He started Park for 53rd Street. But that's okay. Queen Sister: "Blessing," its a honor to be heating in C.H.A. Robert Taylor Homes, back to say something and I had the feeling that his re- R. Carter: No. It's not okay. Do any one know? blessed with your present. We are the Village in January. Could you tell my readers how did marks would definitely not be flattering to himself. Jackson: Lets get the question right. Based on People Organization are dealing with the you feel about that?" Quite to the contrary. Let us just leave my assump- promises we made, where are we? I don't know Robert Taylor Village issues - and the Bills A "I think because of things like that is why tion where it was left states - (Simplified) "If a person is conducted where. I was informed we do not have that informa- Congress takes the position it does, the fact of Would you believe that Phillip Jackson could be with a felony and are being released from jail tion. We are a recordless organization. the matter is the way the buildings are, the cost reciprocally related the "Over Forty" column? He is the leaseholder in C.H.A lets a love one back We should, but we will in the future. Mr. Carter, the, - of maintaining them are very hard, then what quite precocious. into their home stands a chances of being most important question tot ask is are they living do you get back?" Journalism could never do justice to this vibrant evicted from C.H.A Property! successfully. I can not speak before June 1, but we When Robert Taylor was build, it had a central spirit of a man who will build bridges to cover many House Bill 2103 - a verbal confrontation or will make sure residents are part of the pro- heating problem, it had open valves that made gaps within our Chicago community, unilaterally, threat can also get you evicted, is that true Mr. cess.... Every development is going to have a strategic it optional to vandalism!" contagious. Congratulations, Phillip Jackson, and plan. Joseph Shuldiner?" Beauty: "What is your visions concerning God-Speed. Carter: Does this mean that any thing before June 1, Beauty; "Thank you very much Queen sister! C.H.A. 10 years from the day?" By Bobbie Warren you and your administration will not be accountable "We would like to know Joe, "What do you A "I think the main thing would be that we for agreements made to the residents. feel about these Bills?" have more housing opportunity for families in Jackson is moving head on with the press as CHA's Jackson: No. That that do not mean that. You are A "These are Bills that we supported, we are communities in housing that they would like new CEO - He was joined at Ida B. Wells on 37th asking me to be accountability to residents that I do faced with situations about people that are to live in . "I think that too much of our King Drive, with Aid. , Sandra not know where there are. We have no tracking infor- being released from jail and are returning back housing people live in is because they don't Young, Ida B. Wells Local Advisory Council Presi- mation. to C.H.A. areas, we are asking that we be really have a choice." dent; and approximately 50 CHA youth at a press Carter:. There is an increase in the homeless. What notified about it, "because it might jeopardizes The key is to have housing available that conference to announce summer jobs for CHA youth. the other tenants. people choose when they have children. is the percentage of residents? Most of those people Approximately 50 youths began summer landscaping come from public housing. Where are the numbers, Beauty: "Don't you feel that the people that's Beauty: "Do you think the resident jobs on site. Other press conference was on July and accounting for the agreements made with the being released have already served their time, management can work?" 15th. He and Stacy Braack, Procurement Consultant residents? and don't you think that if those people came A "I think it can work and so could our announce plans to streamline CHA finance and pro- Jackson: I am going to be accounting from June 1st back to C.H. A., it shouldn't effect the management. curement procedures; going forward. That's what we are going to be ac- leaseholders rent or their ability to stay there?" I never wanted to be a resident management, Jackson has echoed his administration as his new counted for. CHA: Do you have some information A "It depends, what if the person is a sex where I pay rent. I think that I'm entitled to Team of CHA for an editorial meeting with the com- you can share with us Mr. Carter? Do you have a offender, or have committed a crime on a certain privileges as a renter. "Why would munity press. As Jackson introduced his staff, he copy of the contract or information on this. child!" And as for the rent, it's base on anyone want that?" indicated that he is not the solution, but will be work- Carter: The HOPE VI project. The buildings are your income, if a person have no income it Beauty: "Don't you think that that would be a ing development by development, apartment by 5322, 5326 State and 5326 S. Federal. stays the same, but if a person comes into your step up the ladder for the residents?" apartment. CHA: The Hope VI agreement do not include an home, then it must be reported and "I do!" Jackson.a former residents of Robert Taylor and agreement that was signed with the residents. documented. "Do you think the resident should call a student of DuSable High, (the same as this reporter) Carter: Well they were staffed again. I was at the Beauty: "As you well know that some of the Congressional hearing?" brief Q&A is focus on our former home for the most meeting when they were being worked out two years residents and tenants have vital issues • A "For what?" part. ago. concerning the relocation plans and the section Beauty: Concerning the living conditions in CHA: It is not our goal to disavow any agreements 8 program that being impalements, "Could C.H.A.!" Lasa newspaper reporter: What is the status of the made to residents. We all have the same goal as you you tell us about those plans?" A "Remember who's in Congress the building of Cabrini Green where the residents are do, Mr. Carter. We will address your A "First of all let me tell you the background." Republicans!" proposing to buy the building. Carter: Pardon me. But I am looking for hard core In December 1999 congress passed a law, 300 "I feel that the residents have the right to call Jackson: "Right now we are evaluating everything. " unit or more had to undergo a viability test- date on what has happen to the residents that lived in whenever they need to, but just remember who Jackson went on to address jobs for the residents. public housing. The Welfare to Work program are basically Robert Taylor failed that test!" you are dealing with people who never lived James Muhammad, Final Call: CHA has had a bad "It will be more expensive to upgrade those reporting more people without addresses. Records in C.H.A. Homes!" rap, pushing people out to build large upper income indicate many come from public housing. There is a building then it will be to give everyone Beauty: (Comment) "You have heard from housing. How do you address this concern in balanc- Section 8, under the law we are obligated to vast decrease of tenants of public housing . Where the Politician, the Developers, and the well to ing the community development? are they? Are they homeless? on Section 8? or they close all of these building!" doers, and now you have heard from the Jackson: This is a constant question...I am not going Beauty: "Do you have enough adequate are two to three families an apartment? You are re- Executive Director of C.H. A. Mr. Joseph to speak for every resident. People should be part of ceiving funds for tenant placement services. Account housing for all those people?" Shuldiner, the next voices that you will hear is the overall development to the community...Some A "I don't know, This is why we are having a for the unit of people that you have displace from from the ones that it is effecting the most, and people want different things. We are not just about public housing. mark study on it. that is the Resident and Tenants of Chicago tearing down buildings. The federal government CHA: We will follow up with you Mr. Carter. We Beauty: "What about the HR3579 Bill the Housing Authority Development!" And then wants them down. We are going to give the people will work to get you what you are asking for. defunding of Section ?" you will be the judge, are these things being options. Rather it is market rate housing or public Morgan Carter, the Communicator: I have bit of a A "I don't know what you talking about?" done for our benefit or for their own selfish housing. word of advise. When you come to a press confer- Beauty :"What do you mean there a greed?" CHA: Mr. Muhammad, we are taking a look at many ence with my name sake, you should seat to his left. misunderstanding?" "You be the judge!" Next issue: Residents areas. We want to make sure the residents are the You mention about you wanted to have job readi- A "Oh you mean they didn't renew project and Tenants of Robert Taylor speak out! beneficial of the city bloom. We look at the whole ness for employment of the residents. I would like to base Section 8, but that has nothing to do with community in CHA decisions. Public housing is in- see a list of the persons who are ready for en- corporate with the board base of the community. We trepreneurship

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I his publisher was Response today as I arrested and de- I tained by the 2nd throughout SSJ on police mat- district police station, The Taste of Police admitting it theters; then Racis anm andd the code of silence is harmful to charged with disobeying an the public. officer due to a traffic vio- Numerous times the government has been told lation (no proof of insur- the code of silence. of incidents, by reports and studies. They are ance) on Wednesday June Dear Mr. Carter; jective to being struck, Its ironic that Ofc. overlooked and put in the back and no proven 29, 1994 at midnight. I'm writing this letter to cursed, mentally and physi- Williams has to submit a files. The incident occurred on apologize for the way you cally abused, by the offi- witness statement regarding Since the city refuse to admit racism, admit there 47th and King Drive in were, struck by one of my cer. Ofc. Williams has a the CR number you obtained are innocent people in jail. front of Alderman Dorothy fellow officers. Hopefully dislike for these residents on Vannessa Muhammad consid- Tillman's office. No less Since nothing can be you want let this reflect on and it shows. ering he's the one who done about racism now; The than 15 police cars came the entire 2nd district. Hopefully this letter will struck you. No one will on the scene in seconds to Next Step, is to review Unfortunately I'm not able correct the problem or at openly admit to it on paper. cases of many innocent peo- assist one police officer. to disclose my identity due the very least bring it to Ofc. Williams and Ofc. ple in jail or who have to the possibility of retal- the open. Ofc. Williams is Muhamad had some words over While I was handcuffed, served in jail. The other iation from my peers. someone that his fellow of- the incident. Ofc. Williams one officer grabbed me form of police brutality is I read your article in the ficers refuse to work with, accessed Ofc. Muhammad of from behind, hit me three police lying on the witness times in the back of my South Street Journal (July because of his attitude to- breaking the code of silence 21 - Aug. 3. 1994). The of- wards the citizens. Super- by telling Sgt. Chaffee that stand. It has happen to head, as about 20 or more many. The prosecutors, the police watched. As he hit ficer that struck you Al visors are aware of this but he had struck you. Ron Carter judge and everyone in the me, he stated "I'm tried of Williams has a history of do nothing. Around the sta- But these officers, people Publisher & Editor court knowing it. Free those you all sh—," and threw mistreating citizens of the tion their betting how long refuse to work with. As long 2nd district. You're not Ofc. Williams will work as Ofc. Muhammad brings in that are in jail due to police misconduct. me against the wall. the first person to be housing before they kick him tickets and continues to be- Next, address the drug problem. The fact of the As the police officers struck by the officer and out and send him back to the little people as she works matter is that the police will always have a licence struggled me to the ground, unfortunately you won't be 2nd District. That how much the traffic car. For Ofc for harassing youth and people in general as long I felt it was me against the last. Ofc. Williams has his fellow officers think of Williams, there's no hope as the drug problem remains. Continuously re- them and all I could think been transferred to unit him. after 5 1/2 years. ports point that drugs are killing many communi- of was, how am I going to §715 that han- The bottom ties and families. protect myself? I actually dles Chicago line to the What police superintendent Terry Hilary is tak- understood why Rodney Housing Au- letter is ev- ing are noble steps. But the Superintend has not ad- King would not stay still thority com- eryone must be mitted that the Chicago Police is a racist institution. on the ground and wanted plexes (CHA), treated fairly And that drugs are the root of crime and is an illness to get up. I also realized This has noth- regardless of of social and economic dependence. how much strength one can ing to do with their economic Get rid of the drugs or legalize them. muster against the odds, in your case but situation. Heal those that are in need and can be. Then police order to handle more than was a volun- I look forward can not hide behind harassing people look like drug one offender. tary move on to reading your dealers. Then racism in the police department can The following letter was Ofc. Williams A response in the not be hidden and some kind of control can surface. forwarded from an officer part. I'm / upcoming addi- afraid that Ofc. Williams can not use the excuse of "being tried on the scene. \ tion of the the residents 1 South Street of all your sh ." will be sub- Journa1. Letters to ditor Jobs and contracts for African American are a con- cern. I did not say minority. I am concern about the The Party Line business of doing business with CHA, because of the eritech ™ewar Dear Mr. Carter: large of population of the African Americans in this Continues The movement against the city. Where is equity for contracts for African Ameri- Dear Editor; cordless phone, then play with U.S./NAf O war in Yugoslavia can contractors? I came here with input from eight First of all I am again thank- the other main phone... this and against U.S./U.N. sanctions organizations. Is there a purchasing representative ing you for your hard work in should not be. In the mean time on Iraq is growing. Since the here. advocating for our community. I have enjoyed reading The South folk, I have missed some calls to NATO bombing began, peace Jackson: No. we have a person on loan from the City me. organizations in Chicago have of Chicago, who is managing the purchasing Street Journal for some time now. Secondly, I am very pleased I can be reached most any organized three protests and par- On African American business development pro- time during the daytime and if ticipated in well over 20 forums gram, this morning hot topic was on my staff. that on or about a year ago, you Chicago. sent one of your reporters to in- not, I do have a message center and teach-ins to date. And We are talking about some of the same things you on my phone— most of the Chicago has long been a hotbed Local organizations partici- are talking about just this morning. We have already vestigate how Ameritech was not pating and accompanying fasts giving me satisfactory service; times prior to this issue. of anti-Iraq sanctions organizing, started a policy program on this concern. There are times when I can- intensifying since last Decem- included the Eighth Day Center A question on Section 8 they had informed me that our for Justice, Pax Christi - Illinois, area had old equipment and hence not call out. This is not safe. I ber's bombing of Iraq and subse- What of the responsibility who manages the people am again seeking your help in quent protests and public forums. American Friends Service Com- and the resources of Section 8 I was receiving poor phone ser- mittee, International Socialist vice. They did come and install this matter. Two major protests held in Jackson: We occur the system is not proper. ...What Prentiss N. Byrd, frustrated June: on the 12th at the Univer- Organization, Prairie Fire Orga- we have found that the process slip through the some kind of box into my house nizing Committee, Voices in the with the assurance that I would cc: Mr. Richard Notebaert sity of Chicago, President Clin- cracks. We are looking for revamping the section 8 CEO of Ameritech ton give the commencement ad- Wilderness, and Illinois Peace process. This means not only looking at the land- not have any more problems. Action, among others. They also informed me that there dress, and on the 18th at North- lords that the apartment is up to part. There have to On the life of the western University in Chicago, For more information, please be a wholistic approach to helping residents in their is some kind of container on a contact me at 312-939-3316. pole in the back of my house that Secretary of State Madeleine housing options, with a case manager to help them. Supreme Life Albright was to speak and re- For the June 12th/18th Helping that gets the proper job placement. whenever it rained a lot, this box Organizing Committee, had to be drained or would have , and other ceive an honorary degree of in- R. Carter: I must ask you ~ Mayor Daley, has many ternational law. Kevin Martin, Executive Director buffers in the Black community, which can be good to dry itself out before I could Black Bronzeville's is- receive good service????? Graduating students from if you trust him and his buffers. From the Black con- sues. both universities made known tractors United to Black Elected officials, and busi- Mr. Carter, recently I have been receiving poor service from Dear Editor and Mr. Lucas, their opposition to Clinton's and ness folks. The base of the Black community will I have been following the Albright's policies, and to their not harm you for the good will you have provided. Ameritech. This has been going Jou riiaL on for about two weeks. I would peaks & valleys of The Black universities' decisions to invite Are you a buffer? Metropolis Convention and them as commencement speak- July 15-28,1999 either hear other folk on my line Volume 6 Number 8 Jackson: Boy, that was Diplomatic. You need to and they would hear me or I Tourism Council's struggle to ers. Outside the graduation cer- know. The Mayor knows me. Someone came to the maintain the history and integrity emonies, thousands of protesters is published by would receive static on my phone Cherrel Communications, Mayor and told him. Do you know what you are do- of one of our most precious from around the Midwest gather to the degree that I could not Publisher/Editor: ....Ronald L. Carter ing. .Do you Want Phillip Jackson. He is dangerous. hear the party on the other end. Black Jewels. The Supreme Life to call for peace in Yugoslavia, He thinks he can change CHA. One thing the Mayor Assistant to the Publisher Last week, began what appears to building on 3502 S. King Dr. I and for an end to the sanctions Bridget Broaden, like most about Phillip Jackson is his Black Star pro- be another round of poor service think it's a sin and a shame the that kill over 200 Iraqi children Production David Murray, Janice ject . with Ameritech (see attached let- way Department of Planning is each day. Jefferson, Chester Chavleele Some media tried to beat up on me because I said ter) "faxed" to Ameritech, I even robing the community and it's To raise awareness and Staff Writer Jamie Nesbitt, every child in CHA has a father figure in CHA, and spoke to someone, whose name I organizations of the opportunity build support for the demonstra- Frank Ottman, David Shultz that's me. The Mayor said get the job done. let escape me now about this mat- reinstate and maintain this pro- tions on the university campuses Writers Harold Lucas, Web Evans, No. I am no buffer. ter, this person informed me to ject. The issue of loans and and in the wider community, a Eddie Read, Micheal Brownstien, fax my letter to executive appeals delinquent taxes with Ms. Cyn- fast included a component at the At Large/Photographer Jackson: Let me close this out by saying. The per- at Ameritech because all such thia Williams is a case of divide University of Chicago. The Armadell Hicks ception of public housing is that it is a liability. CHA issues would end up on his desk & conquer. If government fund- Reverend Thomas Gumbleton, We welcome responses from our read- is no longer taking, but giving to the city. And that is any way. In the mean time, the ing such as Bronzeville TIF and the auxiliary Bishop of Detroit, ers. Letters, should be sent to Letters my vision and goal. And just as our great museums static continues, the "party-line" Empowerment Zone were appro- participate in the fast on June to the Editor. All letters must be signed. Please include a telephone and cultural institutions are assets to Chicago, so continues and there is disruption priated, bills would be paid. We 17. Other activists from around number. You may also send letters by should the CHA. I want to make CHA an asset to the in my phone service; the phone should not give up, especially if the country and the Chicago fax 773.924-9536 or via e-mail at City of Chicago. That is my vision. I think you are you don't. Thank you Black area joined in the fast .A fast will ring once and then my [email protected]. Address going to like what you will see. "message indicator" will flash... Metropolis Convention and began May 24th at Northwest- Tourism Council. subscription, reprints & correspon- or, the phone will indicate that ern University, and continueed dence to: South Street Journal, 117 there is a problem, when all I Eurel Jackson through the June 18 protest. The East 47th St. Chicago, Illinois 60653: have to do is "play" with one Englewood action also included a compo- For inquires call 773.924-0461.SSJ, nent at the University of Page 12 July 15-28, 1999 South Street Journal by Crystal Smothers A Birthday Salute To

CAN TV gives every Chicago resident Miles Davis attieHart and nonprofit group an opportunity to get The Sutherland Community Arts Initiative their voice heard. Training, equipment, (SCAI) presented a birthday celebration First started writing : Age 14 facilities and services for cable channels Most Inspired by: Maya Aftgelo for one of America's greatest creative 19, 21, 27, 36 and 42 are provided by When she first started writing alone, she artists, Miles Davis. The music of Miles Chicago Access Corporation, an was inspired by everyday life experiences. Davis was performed by Delmark record- independent nonprofit organization. CAN Mattie's writing is included in a book "The ing artist, trumpeter Malachi Thompson. TV'S local, noncommercial channels reach Radiance of Summer Song" International Thompson featured compositions made nearly 385,000 cable households in Library of Poetry by Owins Mills Maryland. popular by the classic Davis quintets of the Chicago. For training contact the Chicago Owins Mills has had 3 poems published in j 50's, 60's and beyond. Access Corporation, 322 S, Green St. "all in one day", The Miles Davis legend is intimately "Singing"; "Around The Rising Sun". Chicago , 111 60607 (312) 738-1400. connected to the Sutherland. He spoke She is working on a book of poems in preparation for the Po- Summer fondly of playing in the Sutherland THE etry contest at the Chicago Defender. Mattie was awarded The Slam-Jam Lounge, living in the hotel and his Editor's Choice Award, and is a prospective recipient of The MIDWEST Chicago experiences in his autobiography Celebrity (Miles: The Autobiography; pp 221, 255). Dickenson Award from the Elmhurst Society. H Weekend, HIP Back during the fifties and early sixties the jazz vocabulary. Waiting featuring Razor MOVE O Davis would play extended engagements SCAI is looking for jazz fans who were A Look at the Sutherland Lounge. During these I see the stars Sharp's recording MENT P around back then, who have a story to tell A love so sweet, a love so true extended dates Davis and his sidemen I see the Moon artist Wu-Tang, about the miles and the Sutherland. So A love to enjoy just me and you Support Org. were given an opportunity to work out Sparics fly, when you are around I see a young man Method Man, come on out and celebrate Miles with the their new ideas Holding me close to your heart One day he will be the groom Ghost Face, RZA, Masta Killa, at SCAI.Thompson was joined by tenor sax- Knowing that I was meant to be Waiting and watching Columbia College 31 E. Polk, for ages 17 and concepts. ophonist Ron Bridgewater from the tal- For that day D a v i s found and up. Sponsored by The Midwest Hip ented Bridgewater family. Ron has A look in each direction When the young man will take me successfully Hop Movement and the Student Assoicates recorded and performed with Max Roach, I finally saw a dove away made the tran- of Columbia Collage. Saturday, July 17, at McCoy Tyner and Horace Silver. Also When I took a closer look Sooner or later sition from be- 9:00 pm. $12 general admission, $8 for performed was pianist Kirk Brown, with I was in the Book of Love He will say «bop and con- CMarch 1,1999 Tomorrow is our wedding day student residents. And on Sunday July 18, John Whitfield oo bass and Danna Hall on tributed greatly Mattie Hart ©March 1,1999 a Celebrity Hip Hop panel and drums. The event took place at the Velvet to the further lounge located at 2138 1/2 S. Indiana Av- Around The Singing Brunch, from 10 am til noon. Hosted by ... ..-1 development of enue on May 21. Wu-Tang!!, sponsored by the Midwest Malachi Thompson. A voice so true, a voice so sweet Rising Sun Hop Hop Movement and soundkage A voice so tender, a voice so unique [email protected]. I see die light When others sing taking in air Magabriefs. Grant Recipients Announced for I see the day Blowing out sounds, taking in another Starring in "A Raisin in the Sun" 1999-2000, for Chicago Artists Rap Session, at the I see my soul searching for breath. That is sure to win a crown by Lorraine Hansberry is SSJ's Awards to support international travel and a brand new day Parkway Community From the bottom o£a soul so deep former staff member, Keisha Carothers. work by Chicago artists and arts adminis- Noon Day Sunshine, Comes out echoes so meek Center. Bring your ideas The play is open through July 30, 7:30 pm. trators in 1999-2000 are being granted Evening Rain, Gently flowing like the what you want to rap about, suggestion, through the Chicago Artists International a full moon shining Sound of a bird The story of an family's struggle to goals, future plans - choice of music, Darkness, but not in vain Program (CAIP). Work in Verona, Italy; Look! A woman singing spirituals overcome the prejudices of an urban etiquette, etc., First Saturday of the month, Dew on' the grass OH! That's what I heard a residency in Durban, South Africa, CAIP environment. At the Blackwell Memorial, at 2pm or 3 pm. By the Concerned Citizens Frost around Standing on air, amidst a dream grants cover air travel and/or per dim ex- A.M.E. Zion Church, 3956 S. Langley. of Woodlawn. 493-1306 Not a thought of fear I was bom a baby girl Call 773.874-7884 for group rates and penses for up to two people for projects to Not even a sound But, I was called to sing. take place from now till March 31, 2000. In the shadow of my God tickets Glory be to God The grants support in- Praising His name speaking! Around this place I come irman s Slowly, thy staffj thy rod For years I have spent my time Oh! what a day to praise the Until the day is done Father's Day at Versie's y Lord This day is not far from pation in short-term the Oh! what a day to acknowl- Coming to an end residencies. The pro- edge Looking forward to another melody gram is administered His wonders to be performed To share with my friends by the Chicago De- Latest Hit! Around the rising sun. 1 am who I am ©March 15,1999 [partment of Cultural R&B, Jazz, RockJ Mattie Hart Affairs. For info, con- j tact Chicago Artists Blues, Gospel, Rap, International Pro- House and More gram, Chicago Cul- tural Center, 78 E. CD's, Tapes & IPs Washington St., Internet, http: 248 East 35th St. | //www.caip.net; or (312) 842-9510 so you would like to call P. Johnson, at Hours: Mon., - Thurs, 12-9 pm Perry F. Johnson JOJfl RIV 08119 SSJ Photo/Armadeil Wcks' 312.744.7528, or Fri.-Sat: 12 noon -10:30 pm Fathers from the Bronzeville's (from Left) Siyd, Herman, and Sofia Zatautas, pro- Sun.: 12 noon - 4:00 pm No problem. Are you ready to give your life for your Soup in celebration of Fatherhood,at Versie's Lounge on 43rd gram coordinator, at new family? Because, man, once you in, there's no way and Prairie Ave, 312.744.7529 or by out. Oh, that's fine with you. Cool then. I can't see any e-mail at problems. What! You left home? WellT go back man. We don't need any heat coming down on us right now.

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hen we • R. L. Dukes - Store Violations are misleading had less Olsmobile By Frank Pitman called "Sam", says, " I get along well causes a rat problem at the store, they educa- • Horce Staff Writer with the community. I work with are still held liable. Mayor Daley's tion and less integration, we owned the Noble - Kenwood - Sam Tuhaimer and his KOCO (Kenwood Oakland Commu- Dumpster Task Force, which is a de- most businesses in the mid-south com- Lincoln- family has a knack for running a gro- nity Organization) and Mr. Bob Lu- partment of the CSR, was imple- munity Mercury cery store. The ex- Jordanian, who has cas, and we get along very well. I can't mented for this purpose, to cut back Now we have more education and • Chuck White - Buick now found a home in America for the understand why this is going on." on rats in the city and alleys. The third more integration but we have lost all • Bland -Ford last 26 years, owns and operates Royal There are three city departments department, CDPH, respond to com- of these businesses. • Bobby Chapelle - Pontiac Foods on 44th and Cottage Grove, that handle inspection of stores for vi- plaints for the public when food is not The Bible says to observe all things. • Burrell - Dodge grossing a hefty $2.5 fresh, or someone become These are just a few of the many busi- • Horace Noble - Mercury million every year. sick from eating at that nesses that are now in the hands of • Jarrell Toyota Ten years ago at this place." foreigners or closed, that was once Other Businesses: location, Tuhaimer Monica Hernandez, exec- owned by African Americans which • Strickland Drug Store, 79th and purchased his build- utive assistant press agent at are causing millions of dollars to go Cottage Grove and 47th and Prairie ing, priding himself CDPH, said that what her into the communities of others that • Kam & Nate Shoe Store, 87th and with one of the clean- department at city hall looks should be in our community to make a Cottage est stores in the city, for is, "Temperatures of better life for African Americans. Join • Robert's Motel, 63rd Prairie After SSJ received a H foods when served, hot wa- the Million Dollar March and save the • Zanzibar Hotels list of grocery stores ter at store facilities, rodents; businesses of our community for the • Joe Louis Milk Company with violations, Royal and basically how sanitary future of our children. Marching with • Washington Shirt Mfg. Co., 38th Foods was on the list. things are, like do the work- our dollars to Black-owned businesses &. Indiana Ave. Tuhaimerrubs his ers wear gloves when serv- can change this whole situation. The • Rhodes Theater, 79th and Rhodes head when asked ing food." more business dollars that leave the • Cook Cleaners, 410 East 61 st St. about the violations, The Sam feels that the Black community, the poorer we be- • Metropolitan Funeral and Insurance or reasons he is having inspections of his store are come as a people and the wealthier we Co., 45th & King Dr. visits from City of not racially motivated, but make others. Southside Bank, 47th and Cottage Chicago Food inspec- business people at the 47th • Luther's Grocery Store, 41st & Independent Bank, 7936 Cottage tors. "I'm not sure Street Lake Park Shopping Wentworth Ave. Ernie Flower Box Co., 46 PI. why. In Chicago, just Mall want to see him out of • William's Food Mart, 39th & Went- S. B. Fuller, 537 E. 46th Street about anybody, and I business that they might worth » Grocery Store, 515 E. 46th St. mean anybody, can profit more. "My business is • Hill's Food Mart, 45th & Evans • Digsby Restaurant, 22nd & Mich. call the Chicago De- the only big grocery busi- • Bob's Grocer, 47th & Vincennes » Salaam Restaurant, 83th & Cottage partment of Public ness in the area and to move • Casey Food Store, 61st & Michigan » Your Supermart, 83 rd & Cottage Health (CDPH) or the is not fair to the community. • Carrington Food Store, 44th & » Meat Packers, 26 & Dearborn Mayor Daley's Dump- I cash checks for the com- Michigan • and many, many more ster Task Force and munity, let them pay their • Basement Food Store, 44th & Vin- complain about un- bills here. I also work with cennes Ave. Web Evan is president, United Ameri- sanitary conditions at schools, churches in the • Food Mart, 45th & Cottage Grove can Progress Association, 701 East a particular store." community. I just can't un- • Glory's Food Mart, 42th & Went- 79th. St. 773-268-1873 The City has been derstand why this is going worth hard hitting food on." • People Coop Store,47th & Wabash stores from the big SSJ photo by ArmadeU Hicks There was really no big • Ida B. Wells Coop Store, 538 E. blackpaqes stores of Jewel to the Sam Tuhaimer, owns and operates Royal Foods on 44th and Cot- bad wolves of city food in- 38th Street small Ma and Pa's his always grossly floors, questions the spectors who were harassing a rness • Grocery Store, 515 E. 46th Street store owners who * ' food store violation task force. Sam saymg nQ Qne has • Armour, 41th & Indiana failed to keep their stores up to par. olations: There is the Chicago Depart- come to him looking for money that • Almar, 47th & Cottage Grove The City just don't stop at one vio- ment of Public Health, that makes sure way. • Crystal Clear Shopping Crt on 55th lation it just keeps on ticking many things such as scales are kept well bal- At the Streets and Sanitation Depart- St - store owners would claim. Meat being anced, cash registers are regulated and ment, Terry Levin, spokesman, said, • Berry Food Mart, 53rd and State sold that was spoiled, pastries with accurate, and dates on food items are "All complaints are looked into to see • Grocery Store, K. B. ,43rd & Wells wrappers two and three weeks after ex- up to date, any at a place. Streets and if they are true are false. An irate per- • Grocery Store, 59th & Loomis piration dates. Then there are rodents Sanitation Department major concern son can call our department and lie • Grocery Store, 44th & Princeton and roaches that goes on in many re- is rats, garbage in alley. Even if a store about conditions at a grocery store. ports of stores. has no garbage problem out in its al- But we will have no way of knowing As far as Car Dearlers we have lost: Employing 20 employees from the ley, but the business next to it or that until we go out and inspect that community, Mr. Touchier, normaliy across from it does, and that garbage store. (Continued from page 7) the booklet showed how Blacks will soon be the majority population in Chicago by 2000, and that we are INSURE NOW...PAY LATER Black Contractors quickly expanding in the suburbs. But SAVE MONEY ON NEW STATE MANDATORY SNSURAJiCf velopers, and contractors. Both these hitting the heart of the matter were MWIIWN MYMINT-M Mtitlly Payaeits goals, necessary as they are, can yet be 1993 figures showing "contract con- "•••I It li vitladai Call ftr Frai liitatf it" quite opposing. struction" employment (by zip code) Clarence Chestand, later to lead the in black areas. Only 20 slots were working committee on government filled in Englewood by that year's fig- compliance, expressed how Blacks ures, 71 in Jackson Park, and 39 in Jimmy Morgan must be vigilant on monitoring the Hyde Park. monitors. The view shared by the par- Karen Walker, minority affairs di- ticipants was that state and federal rector with IIT, underlined for confer- INSURANCE monitors of contract compliance prac- ence attendees the fraud behind the tically refuse to monitor anything but proposed Pre-Qualification Ordinance 773/373-6000 the air conditioning in their buildings. that was reprinted in the Workship Wiil Insure Over Phone A former official with the State En- Coalition's information materials. This 409 E. Oakwood Bl., Chicago vironment Protection Agency (EPA), ordinance could dangerously restrict Secure & VISA-Master Card & Checks Accepted Margaret Hardman, replying to the lax thd participation of African American investigative procedures, drew a pic- firms and contractors on city bid lists Scrub ture of what the serious compliance of- by mandating certain un-African 5439 S.Wabash ficer finds in the field from a portrayal American financial outlays. Chicago, ##. 6O615 of her own experiences. Though her Alderman Williams Beavers (7) has 773-6242OO5 own work was exemplary in diligence, been postponing decision-making on Ms. Hardman found less exemplary Hiring! this ordinance. Walker emphasized <=> WASHING situations where the huge buck from that letters opposing the ordinance <=> WAXING the construction project use a Black should be written to acting City Pur- fronting the white construction com- chasing Agent, Alexander Grzyb. <=> SHAMPOOING pany. Returning to the site later, the Dr. Collins directed the attendees SECURITY «=> DETAILING Black would have disappeared, the into four working committees. After a •=> BUFFING monies, aH but a fee, making its way to short period the committees came to- AGENCY the white company. gether and reported on goals and ob- valet Service Available Omar sobered these concerns, us- jectives in their four subject areas. ing an example of necessary truth that After Rev. Joe Bell, a contractor him- contractors all are familiar with. "If i|If, enjoined the closing with a bless- seeking employees. Honest quality you have $100,000," he had said ear- ing, working Committees on Develop- Security Guards, Great pay and work- lier, "That feeds four families." ers, Unions, Contractors, and State and 10% OFF ing conditions. Always accepting Federal Agencies left as charges Stephen Alexander, Urban League applicants with a P.E.R.C. card. d'affaires intent on pursuing, in full Public Policy Analyst, buttressed the Contact Mrs. Esther Barnett, and purposeful procedure, necessary All Cleaning opinion of the dearth of Blacks in 235 East 35th Street, goals. For information on the joining Chicago's construction market with a Chicago, Illinois 60616 the campaign, call 773 2207 or 285- fact-filled brochure cntiWedTChanging (312)842-7033 Services The Equations. Filled with surveys, 5800. SECHTIYCMIBS Witt Itis M WILL IE INVESTIGATES

11 South Street Journal July 15 - 28, 1999 Page 15 FREE Business Seminars CUB ask ICC to reject Teen enterprise Studio Air Residents begins ownership in Mid South Bronzeville - Ameritech takeover, - The citi- tops $100,000 in Sales Persons wanting to turn their ideas or zens Utility Board ( CUB ) will ask the A pragrim fir yiitt ti make petition for New Approach hobby into a business and want to par- Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) Diney with their irtlstie taf eat ticipate in the renewal of to overrule its hearing examiner and re- Bronzeville.can get help in starting ject the proposed takeover of their own business, or those consider- Ameritech by Texas-based SBC—a ing a business expansion could be the deal that CUB says puts consumers at answer for you by attending a free Ori- risk for high rates and deteriorating entation Seminar, to find out about the quality of phone service in a proposed next Self Employment Training Pro- order issued in March, two ICC hearing gram, conveniently located in the Mid- examiners urged the commission to South Bronzeville Community, the give virtually unconditional approval to seminars offers Business Development the merger, despite evidence resented Assistance, provides technical assis- by CUB, other consumer groups and tance and can provided access to Start- government agencies which shows that Up Loans, sponsored by the Mid South the buyout is a bad deal for consumers. Planning and Development Commis- Bush Celebrates Opening of sion and the Women's Self-Empower- New Parkway Gardens Com- ment Project (WSEP). Limited Seat- puter Center U.S. Rep. Bobby ing—-is a on first call basis. Contact Rush was at the grand opening of the Will Berry to reserve a seat for one of SSJ Photo by Armadell Hicks Loretta Orme Computer Center at the the orientation sessions: 773/924- Seeking includion of city land in the 4th ward, Kulbai Toure' of New Appoarch Parkway Gardens Apartments at 64th 1330—or FAX 773/924-3151. Health Food and Restaurant adddress Alderman Toni Preckwinkle requesting and King Drive. This center will open equal participation of the City owned lot at 641 E. 47th St. where New Ap- the doors of economic opportunity to proach is located next to. The City property has been vacant for some time City Ordinances To Create in which the alderman has delay the announcement of her plans for the area, And Save 1,250 Jobs, the apartment residents by providing and when and who it will be available to. Residents are petitioning requesting computer and job training, Internet ac- Germel Lewis, 13, and James McFar- well in advance of any actions being taken and the right to be involved in Projects Include Centers for cess, and staff assistance. The center is land, 17, of the teen-run busienss Stu- decisions that directly affect the area, according to Charles Williams a New Horizon equipped with eleven computers. dio Air, located in South Shore on 71st Street, celebrated the design and pro- spokesperson for the area. "Our purpose is to come together around support More than 1,250 jobs would be cre- Rush's goal of providing Internet duction company's first $100,000 in for a community-based planning process for our commercial district develop- ated and retained throughout Chicago ment with residents and businesses of the area. access for everyone, including the sales last June. The sales milestone under business and development incen- - New Approach interest in the lot is to expand their restaurant to an outdoor working poor and their children says was reached thanks in part to an order tives Mayor Richard M. Daley intro- cafe. However, the alderman, express concern that the community was in the Computer Center represents another for 3,500 T-shirts by the Chicagoland duced to City Council. Bicycle Federation for its Annual objection to New Approach plans. positive step. "Computer and Internet The incentives - including bond is- Boulevard Lakefront Tour. Studio air access is of vital importance, especially sues, tax breaks and Tax Increment Fi- was launched in 1996 by the Shore- LIVING * LOVING * CARING * nancing - will help create new child to our children. Without it, they are left bank neighborhood Institute as part of SHARING * DARING TO BE DIFFERENT care and family facilities that will assist to become a road kill on the Informa- its mission to cultivate economic op- tion Superhighway," Rush stated. portunity in underinvested communi- 565 children on the South and West ties. Studio Air is run jointly by teens sides. One of the projects receiving Since the beginning of this year, Rush's PERRY'S efforts in Congress, have yielded mil- and adult staff with the goal of gener- • Brakes City assistance in Mid South is: The ating revenue while cultivating the en- • Mufflers Center For New Horizons construct a lions of dollars for Internet access in trepreneurial skills of south side teens. • Shocks • Ball Joints pubic and private schools. The funding • Tie Rod Ends 30,000 square foot child - and - family Teenage "arts associates" work with • Springs is made available through the Educa- adult staff to set the company's sales • Catalytic Converters center center through the sale of three • Struts city lots on the 800 block of East 43rd. tion Rate (E-rate) Program, which pro- strategy, win customer orders, and de- St. The $5.2 million center would em- vides poor urban and rural schools with velop designs. Lewis came up with 773/488-0424 ploy approximately 50 people and a discount on Internet wiring. the original design concept for the bike 7551 S. Halsted ride T-shirt and McFarland received a Fax 773/488-2350 serve 250 children. Proposed purchase Parkway Gardens is a privately sales commission for his part in win- Chicago price is $1 per lot. owned HUD-assisted community, PERRY ]. GIBSON, SR. ning the deal. To join Studio Air or "A Very Professional" houses approximately two thousand place e an order call 363-7007. low-income residents.

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Tavlor ugly people: those who are mentally, physically n response to a front page article in and economically disabled. the MetroChicago section of the Have you ever wondered why people with- Chicago Tribune on June 14, 1999: out homes or shelter are defined as homeless, "Ticketing of owners helps city seal vacant when they're in the United States, and refugees buidling," this article is not necessarily an in- when in other parts of the world? — All wars dictment of the city, it raises questions about are not fought with guns. Housing demolition, issues centering on the fast-track demolition o£ housing bias, and affordable housing (use your buildings in the Bronzeville community. own definition here) that's far removed from These issues were presented to the city in one's life-long community, is a form of war. 1996, by the Alliance for Neighborhood Preser- politics is war without killing! And is there a vation, a group of Bronzeville residents, Friends more political landscape than Chicago? of Bronzeville, and a member of Habitat for We have witnessed the blatant removal of Humanity; and, the Bronzeville Organizing B bricks and morter, following with the re- Strategy Sessions (BOSS). I strongly urge read- location of many of the resident; with many ers to consider this as questions seeking real What's tragi-comical, is that many people, the physical landscape consistent with the con- more to follow with the forthcoming massive answers. especially African Americans, who've sought tinuing changes in the human populace! vaporization of the Chicago Housing Author- So, the city has found "a new plan to go information on housing from the city have The African American representatives ity's high-rise buildings - without benefit of after vacant buildings, which often promote been steered to the Engelwood and Roseland work for their constituents with the same fer- unoccupied/affordable residence within the crime." This new plan involved writing "high- communities, frequented the news with numer- vor that other ethic representatives work for communities. Whether or not shared by any priced" tickets to owners of unboarded vacant ous tales of crime. theirs? Do these representatives of limited others, that what we are seeing in specific areas, buildings - up to as much as $500.00 per day - Are these communities the in-city alterna- income constituents work for them with the such as Bronzeville; parts of the Uptown com- instead of the more expensive method of taking tives to the suburbs as a repository for those same fervor as they do for their monied con- munities; and, different neighborhoods on the owners to Housing Court. While nearly every- who either can't afford to move into, or stay in stituents? If we, the human race, were created westside, and urban cleansing of those previ- one may agree that this is an excellent plan, I the more coveted communities along the lake- equally by the Creator; and are defined as ously mentioned people who are ethically, happen not to believe that its a new plan. The front... where the overdue promise of creating equals under the Constitution, to receive equal mentally, physically, and/or economically dif- City of Chicago had been under attack for its median enhancements for traffic safety and representation and opportunity for life, then, ferent) Those ugly people whom many Ameri- fast-track demolition program until most re- aesthetics on par with the northern lakefront are we living in that reality, or are we living in cans don't like to be around, or even see. Noth- cently, now that communities on the southside are now scheduled for within the next four the nightmare of ugliness - that pervasive real- ing personal, not war, just politics. (in the Bronzeville area (Douglas-Grand Boule- years? 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CCity Housing programs encourages residents an all-time high in the City of Chicago, it's De- goals of owning a home. partment of Housing reports this is an exciting "The City of Chicago, through the Department to utilize Funds and Programs to purchase and time for Chicago residents. of Housing, has all the tools you need to help with As the City Council saluted the entire month two of the most important undertakings of citizens maintain homes of June as "Home Ownership Month" in Chicago, lives- purchasing and maintaining a home." said it all so recognized the accomplishments the City Acting Housing Commissioner Jack Markowski. Saluted June as "Home Ownership . the rcsources (hey have availab|e for home owner has made in creating new homeowners and the During Home Ownership Month and through- Month" in Chicago. ship during National Home Ownership Week commitment of the City to continued support of out the summer citizens were informed by the All over the country communities are celebrating (June 5th - 12th.) With home ownership rates at individuals and families like in reaching their (Continued on page 18) Of over 40 winning property addresses, own- of Shorebank's Chicago Good Neighbors Awards to Mid South Developments ers/developers & categories in the mid-south area, Companies, accepted the four were awarded: award, "I am honored to ac- The Chicago Association of REALTORS® This years' award-winning properties in- • 5201 Woodlawn /1209-17 East 52nd Street cept this prestigious award (CAR) presented their annual awards to property cluded single family homes, multi-unit rentals, Llia Pavljasevic Multi-Unit Rehab and to be recognized for our owners and developers at its Good Neighbor condominiums and multiple commercial develop- • 4840-46 South Indiana George Harris & Car- 25 year commitment and in- Awards ceremony last month. ments. Winners were named in new construction, olyn Britten/Harris Multi-Rehab vestment in the people and According to CAR President John Andrus, rehabs, condo conversions and restorations. • Kenwood Pointe-6542 South Kenwood neighborhoods of Chicago." "The Good Neighbor Awards were created to rec- These Good Neighbor Award Winners and Hon- Woodlawn Community Development This is the first time the ognize those whose efforts in building, rehabbing orable Mentions hail from throughout Northeast- Corporation- Carole Millison Single League of Women Voters and renovating have made positive impacts in ern Illinois; not only across the City of Chicago, Family New Construction has recognized a for-profit Milton Davis their surrounding communities." but the seven-county metropolitan area as well. • Michigan Plaza-5700-6058 South Michigan company with its civic St. Edmunds Re-Development Corporation - award. Father Richard Tolliver Multi-Unit Rehab South Shore Bank reported it has proved the - Affordable Housing critics wrong and moved on to become a leading i35O ffast Srtti ^tteeL South Shore Bank Wins investor to African-American residents and com- €ificago, gllinaie 6061S munities in Chicago by investing nearly $500 mil- lion in its targeted neighborhoods and consistently Civic Achievement Award turned a profit. Market value, First Mortgage, South Shore Bank received this year's Civic Con- Shorebank is a community development bank tribution Award presented by The League of holding company that has pioneered a compre- Re • Financial Estate valuation Women Voters' at their annual" State of the City" Property Taxes Assessment and Many other hensive model for community development to luncheon with Mayor Richard M. Daley. achieve large scale, permanent revitalization in Whatever Appraisal You Need Milton Davis, founder and current Chairman underinvested communities. We Can Accommodate YOU jflresibcnt SALES. APPRAiSALS, MANAGEMENT (773)723-0700 fitt:713/723-0118 Real Estate Transactions fc*

Readers: Listed below are property transfers in South Street Journal's circulation area according to the All Day latest report released by the Cook County Recorder of Deeds. For your convenience, transfer listings /instate are organized by community. Display of the * symbol next to a listing indicates that information All Night. Call us. supplied on the State Real Estate transfer declaration may be incomplete or incorrect. South Street Journal will publish this information in issue. Bill Redus ifouVe in good hands. Community/Address Rec'd Date Price Exclusive Agent . ' Washington Park Auto, Property, Life, Business : Allstate Insurance Company ,. * - Grand Blvd. 912 E. 47th Street ^« 4927 S Wabash, Edward Davis to Michelle Smith 5/24 159,000 Chicago, IL. 60653 5411 S. Michigan, Edna Murray* to Monroe Mayfield 5/25 125,000 Bus (773) 268-8232 4321 Michigan, Pearl Cartman to 'Wanda Johnson 5/24 115,000 Fax (773) 268-6043 312 E. 50th St. Carrie L. Johnson to Keisha Norman 5/21 233,000 5229 S. Wabash, Cole Taylor Bank to Howard L. & Denice Ivory 5/21 179,000 For 24-hour customer service - 4619 S. Evans Builder's Capital Corp. Barry Miller 5/13 48,000 Being in good hands is the only place to be. 4200 S. Calumet Quality Land Development Brenda O Williams 5/13 279,000 1996 Allstate Insurance Company, Northbrook, Illinois 58 E. 50th St. Unit 20 Cole Taylor Bank to Andrew M. Lyons 5/17 60,000 24-hour service is available through select Allstate locations Hvde Park 4927 S. Dorchester Velvet Richardson* 5/14 85,000 5300 So. Shore Dr. Unit 24 Home Sav. of Ameri., to Clinton & Lenora Hope 5/13 85,000 Yes you can purchase a 1450 E. 55th PI. Unit 528-S, Thomas A. & Jacqueline Mitchell 5/18 33,000 9 1451 E. 55th. Unit 824 .Sharon Joy A. Jackson to Mary Jo Kranacker 5/18 40,000 127-BE. Hyde Park Blvd. Lending Corp. to Jason Cunningham 5/20 269.000 Home in Bronzeville 1450 E. 55th St., Unit 62 S, Donna Dixon & Eva Brown to Sharon Jennings 5/24 75,500 1455 E. 56th St. Unit 1, John C. & arlene Crewdosn to Lisa F. Miller 5/24 87,875 1350-64 E. Madison Pk. Unit 1352-1004, 1350 Madison Pk Devel. Cop. Low-Down Payment to Donald Lake 5/25 189,000 5331 S. Cornell Veronica Barry to Thomas E. Stewart 5/26 97,400 for first time homebuyers 1400 E. 55th PL, Unit 605 S, Lawrence & Nancy Wos to Expedito Mercado 5/25 45,000 I¥O MATTER WHAT 1321 E. 55th St, Mames & Virginia Braxton to Nancy Xie & Xiao bing Li* 5/25 244,000 5618 S. Blackstone, Unit 1, John Beckemeir Jr. to John East 5/25 140,000 YOUR CREDIT IS Woodlawn 6130-1 S. Greenwood Andres E. Schcoluik Stacey Ellis 5/17 144,000 Since real estate tends to . | 6127 S. Woodlawn Chicago Title & Trust Co. to Kimberley West 5/17 205,000 represent the single largest 611 5 S. Eberhart Chicago Title Land Turst # 1106754 5/18 128,000 investment most of us ever 6422 S Rhodes Ashare Development Co. Inc. Leonard Moore 5/18 72,000 ; make, ^ ••>-' ... i• ^ - ,."•-•' • , - - 6024 S. St. Lawrence, GTL Group INC to Richard Clarke 5/20 220,000 6313 S. Champlain, Surrey Acceptance Corp. to Ensil Hammond 5/21 80,000 6619 S. University, Webster Realty Group to L. Braul* 5/25 58,000 6210 S. Kimbark, American National Bank & Trust to The Threatte Family Limited Partnership 5/26 525,000 makes a way! Fuller Park HOMEOWNERS! Advantage Can assist you do this. 4764 S. Princeton Frank Hatchett to Janice Gilmore 4/15 70,000 4457 S. wells St. Surrey Acceptance Corp. to Ensil Hammond 5/7 65,000 GOVERNMENT INSURED Kenwood PROGRAM CAN RE USED: 4525 S. Drexel, Unit 1E Lemurian Condo to Katrina & Damita Terrell 5/20 121,700 A. To Purchase a dwelling and the 4800 S. Chicago Beach Dr. Unit 1461 Spencer Leak Jr. land on which the dwelling is to Johnnie Tate & R. Brantley 5/20 87.000 located and rehabilitate it. 4800 Chicago Beach Dr., 1105S, Donald & Gail Goldstein to B. To purchase a dwelling on James & Yonne Adams 5/20 64,000 4525 S. Drexel, Unit 1E, Lemurian Condo to Katrina & Kamita Terrell 5/20 121,700 another site, move it 4446 S. Berkeley Eloise Milton to James R. Jeffries Jr. 5/21 65.000 onto a new foundation on the 4537 S. Lake Park Robert Threatte to Warren McKeithen 5/21 190.000 mortgaged property 4326 S. Greenwood , Unit 1 Jake Taylor Properties to Serita Dillard 5/26 161.000 and rehabilitate it 4936 Ellis Ave. R. Alien to Christopher & Deborah Schreiner 5/26 390.000 4143 S. Berkeley, Standard Bank & Trust* to Chicagoland Housing 5/26 62,500 C. To refinance existing 4930-C S. Cornell Ave. Unit D-32 Dan Melk Development / MCI Cornell 5/17 272,900 indebtedness and rehabilitate to this! Oakland such a dwelling. 4132 S. Berkeley Carl Conway to Michael Harper 5/4 122,000 3618 S. Gilles, Kenneth & Michelle Dickerson 5/10 224,575 3618 S. Gilles Alop Venture One L.L.C. to Kenneth & Michelle Dickerson 5/10 224,575 MONEY IN A FEW DAYS 4143 S. Berkeley standard Bank & Trust to Chicagoland Housing 5/26 $62,000 FREE INFORMATION Near South 1616. Indiana Unit C2 South Loop Developers INC Gail P. Anderson 5/18 245,000 Toll Free: 1-877-289-3720 1511. Indiana, Unit 642, Christopher P. Heitmann & Aleyna S. Richardson 5/19 285,000 HOME LOANS BY PHONE 1601-03 D. Michigan, Unit 406&1 Skyline Lofts.L.L.C. to Dennis Andrews 5/17 145,750 1812. State St. Unit P-14 Wabansia Partner, L.L.C. Gene Brizuela 5/13 214,000 1812 State St. Unit P-8, Dearborn Village L.L.C. to Frank & Mary Williams 5/13 217,200 1812. State St. Unit P-16, Dearborn Village L.L.C. Elmer & Grace Cherry 5/13 130,250 2444 Michigan Unit 2, Bronshore Development L.L.C. to Kathy Glon-Toenies 5/24 194.000 1503 -1507 State . BLVD Natr Bank Trust #8817 to JLK Enterprises L.L.C. 5/24 2,250,000 EMMTISS 1453 S. Indiana, Unit k-8 Darien Ridge Partners LTD to Craig J. Hofend 5/25 395.000 Douglas MORTGAGE 3407 S. Indiana Ave. Abraham Potts to Davis Mandeville 4/28 250,000 Illinois Residential Mortgage Licensee 601 E. 23nd. St., Uint 201 Lake Meadows to Thomas S. Jarrett 5/21 155.363 18 South Street Journal

12 rental housing developments in which the ing pools has been able to keep pace with infla- City will invest. tion or need, and the Housing Credit has not been $40 Million in Housing Investments In all, the City will invest in 12 developments increased since 1986, thereby reducing its Woodlawn project to receive new ownership this year: five senior and seven family housing 'buying power' by more than 40%. and Rehab Kenwood revitalization moves west to Cottage Grove developments. In addition, the City will work The City proud itself due to an increase over the The New Kenwood LLC, a partnership of hous- past 10 years ever further west. with three supportive housing developments so last years City's housing investment providing af- ing developers Alison Davis, Tony Rezco and The announcement of the Woodlawn and Ken- that they may obtain needed financing. fordable housing from Woodlawn to Kenwood to Andrew Ditton, was awarded more than wood Program award came as the city made pub- While the TIF funds are directly related to taxes Pilsen and Lawndale the story is the same. $2,500,000 to leverage the additional state and lic its 1999 investment in rental housing. The collected in Chicago, the other financing tools A complete listing of the 1999 developments city funding sources to create Cottage View Ter- commitment of more than $40,000,000 in loans are determined by action at the federal level. and contacts call Jack Markowski at the DOH race at 4800 South Cottage Grove. When com- and tax credits was made by the Department of Stasch said that the City was working with cities (312)747-2744. pleted, the 97 unit development will provide Housing, Commissioner Julia Stasch. and states, housing developers and advocates needed affordable housing to seniors in high Neighborhood-based senior housing, and experi- from across the nation to lobby for increases in quality apartments while extending the improve- ments in creating mixed income housing for pub- both the Housing Credit, HOME funds and Tax ment of housing that has swept Kenwood in the lic housing eligible families are among the other Exempt bonding authority. None of these fund-

(Continued from page 17) Participants used City Mortgages to buy a single citizens and persons with disabilities for homes Chicago Department of Housing at various com- family home, townhouse, condo, or 1 - 4 unit repairs and improvements. munity events throughout the City giving infor- apartment building to use as their primary resi- Through neighborhood-based, non-profit mation about the programs and funds available to dence. housing organizations, the City provides you with Chicago home owners and buyers. Other finanical resources is the yearly federal free home ownership counseling. Counseling For first time buyers financial assistance to tax savings made possible through the DOH's ranges from help with budgeting and qualifying cover down payment and closing costs through Tax Smart Mortgage Program. This program for a mortgage to foreclosure prevention. the City Mortgage Program offered through the helps applicants qualify for more of a house and On June 12th, DOH sponsored a Community in Historic Bronzeville DOH in partnership with community lending in- helps meet monthly mortgage obligation. Housing Fair at Chicago State University with 6th stitutions. The City Mortgage Program offers And the New Homes for Chicago program is Ward Alderman Freddrenna Lyle from A new approach to qualified buyers a grant equal to 4% of the sales bringing newly constructed homes to neighbor- For more information about these programs, the urban home price of your home and also an affordable low in- hoods all over the City and making affordable you may also call the Department of Housing at terest mortgage. home ownership possible for hundreds of resi- 312-744-1691. Space 200 first - time homebuyers had an opportu- dents. Filled with light; Three nity from to receive a special low 1998 interest Moving into your home is a major accom- Real Estate : bedrooms w/2'/2 bath rate, plus 4% back from their total loan amount to plishment, however the City is also committed to includes master bedroom Real Estate License suite; skylight and kitchen garden window; full help cover down payment and closing costs, helping you stay in your home and making your & Start Selling in Less Than Two Weeks backyard and entertainment size deck; throught the City Mortgage Program providing home ownership experience a positive one. The The Chicago Association of REALTORS® 30' wide lots - five extra feet of house; working families and individuals with the tools DOH provides grants for emergency repairs; and Eat-in kitchen plus dinin (CAR) is now offering "Fast Track" real estate room for twelve. necessary to become new home owners." the H-RAIL program provides grants to senior pre-licensing courses for individuals who want to get into the real estate industry, but don't want to family & (Continuedfrom page 1) the 47th Street "L, for her concept of the African take weeks and weeks of courses. Community v. Village. (SSJ printed an early vision of what was This new option offered by the REALTORS® An inclusive, yet private community develop- ment. Great neighbors & block clubs; proposed. The map shown indicates plans of Real Estate School (RRES) allows students to Walk to schools, church and parks; Inherit City policy 1998, which includes The Lou Rawls Theatre and complete the necessary classes and in as little as the Bronzeville legacy. A cultural mecca! cultural center as the anchor of this redevelop- ten days. With the booming Chicago real estate "The City of Chicago has made little progress in ment project, that will be part of an ethnicity industry, this new option lets the student take ad- Comfort theme of the African/Caribbean and African Dias- vantage of the hot summer market. IS min. from the Loop/10 min. from getting residents and businesses to participate in the Lake; upstairs laundry, com- the planning process." pora according to Tillman. The "Fast Track" program offers the state- plete kitchen appliances, "I don't think Dr. Martin Luther King would ap- The course of address by the 47SBA, remains mandated 30 hours of salesperson pre-licensing hardwood & carpeted courses in five straight days of classes, instead of flooring; 2 car parking preciate, the City and the alderman (Dorothy Till- cooperation with the political structure of City space, security system, cen- man, 3rd), blocking the community from partici- Hall policy not to meet with community groups over five or ten weeks. After passing the final tral air, thermal pane windows. pating in the welfare of their community,", refer- without aldermen present. exam, a student could take the state exam as soon Fireplace & Whirlpool are avail- ring to two year delay by the City and Tillman. "We know that is a bunch of nonsense.The issue as three business days. Self-study options are also able as options. The City has stress to the association to refer all is not want the 47SBA or the elected officials available for sales and broker licenses. Adaptable questions and concern to Alderman Tillman. want,, but the community at large want. And is in "Fast Track" is being presented twice this A full garden level space can be converted again Following up on the city's encouragement the dark and not part of the process." said Hicks. summer at the CAR Central offices, located at 200 & again; for growing families, relatives, rental, Aldermen Tillman nor Preckwinkle would re- North Michigan Avenue, Suite 601: home office, handicap accessibility or your members of 47SBA were escorted from her ward heart's desire. Pre-wired for cable & phone meeting early this year. spond to comment. • Monday August 16 to Friday August 20 connection. "This led the 47SBA to meet with Mr. Bowen, For more information on The 47th Street Busi- Agents may also take the CAR-RRES "Start "The most encouraging actions from the city was ness Association call 773/924-0461. Out Successfully" (SOS) classes to get "up & run- Single Family Homes Starting at: meeting with Mr. Bowen." Said Ron Carter, ning" quickly. These 12 classes, which can be $2 I 0,000 (2967 sq. ft.) Chairperson of 47SBA. "For this door to close by taken individually or in a group, cover real-life Two-Family Homes Starting at: the alderman and, with the Mayors blessing, topics such as: $269,500 (3696 sq. ft.) surely sends a bad message of the "Bottom Up." • Listing Appointment Preparation • How to Turn Negatives into Positive Dollars Call or Visit our Sales Center used by them. 457 E. 41st Street • 773/288-7400 Mr. Bowen agreed and questioned the lack of • Conventional Financing: From A-Z Saturdays & Sundays 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. citizens participating in the planning process. He For more information and registration, please www.realty.com/mls98111071 , j£. referred to the building on 4700 S. King Drive contact the CAR-RRES at (312) 803-4910. targeted for demolition. The City plans to erect a statue of entertainer Quincy Jones at the site. Where seven businesses and over 40 employees have been displaced because of the sale. They insist that commercial development SAVE ON would create a better tax base for the community in line with Mayor Daley's TIF programs. "We oppose the statue of entertainer Quincy RESIDENTIAL Jones. The project does not provide an economic environment that nurtures and protects existing FINANCING business." said Hicks. In the 4th ward, New Approach Health Food has relocated from 47th & Lake Park to the 600 E. 47th St. block only to be stifled in their expan- Purchases, Refinance, sion efforts. The owners have expressed a desire to purchase the lot next to their property. The lot is on aldermanic hold,, which means it can't be Home equity, Home purchased without the Alderman's consent. Preckwinkle's chief of Staff, expressed to SSJ Improvement, Co-ops that the alderman is not ready to review her plans for 47th Street. m COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Aid. Tillman's plan is to rebuild the area [~ COMMISSION bounded by 45th St. to 51st and St. Lawrence to OCTOBER. 1998 NO Closing COStS for applications less than $25,000.00 *

(Continuedfrom page I) which now hang in the Chicago Historical Soci- $150.00 Credit for applications over $25,000.00 ** ety, DuSable Museum of African History, Chicago Fire Academy, and the Fire Commis- * Not valid for purchase money mortgage. Credit for $150.00 still applies sioner's office. ** Credit towards application fee or closing costs. Among last year's program highlights, was a Black Fire Limit one per household, Applications must be received by 6/301/999. Offer may Proclamation form Mayor Richard M. Daley, and heroics of Black Firefighters and the Black Fire. the official unveiling of the plaque. be withdrawn at any time. "After doing some research "The Committee To Toure said this year highlights included the pre- Preserve The History of Black Firefighters and sentation of a Black Chicago Firefighter's Badge Paramedics" was formed In 1995, with the assis- and Certificate to the DuSable Museum's Black BANK WITH US tance of Dr. Andy Thompson, PH.D., History," Firefighter Exhibit, which dates back to the turn said Mr. Toure. of the Century. UNIVERSITY NATIONAL BANK After a resolution was created. Toure ex- The guest include: Ramon Price, Curator, DuS- 1354 E. 55lh & 55th Street a! Lake Park, Chicago, Illinois 60615 plained, second Ward Aid. Madelene Haithcock able Museum of History; Dr. Timuel Black, Brd Your Community Bank for OVER 75 years (773)684-1200 introduced the Resolution to the City Council and member; Chicago Historical Society, Bro. Andy it passed unanimously. Next, the entire Resolu- Thompson PH.D., history, North Eastern 111 Univ. www.uninatbk.com tion was engraved on four (4) large Plaques - and International Assoc. of Black Professional South Street Joiurnal July 15 - 28, 1999 Page 19

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