TIE PEOPLE South Street Journal News serving and for. Grand Boulevard (Bronzeville), Douglas, Oakland, Kenwood, Woodlawn, Washington Park, Hyde Park, Near South, Gap, Fuller Park, Armour Square Vokim#2 Number 23 SapUmbar7-0c{ob«4,1995 Park/Woodlawn met at the Washington Park Refectory to begin East 63rd Street the first of nine planning sessions for the Su- perstaion and the area surrounding within a nine mile radius. El Proposed for The recent release of a 45 page document prepared by the WPCC Development Corpo­ ration, with technical assistance from The Demolition Center for Neighborhood Tecluiology, en­ Woodlawn-63rd Street El once a major compasses the planning process from devel­ transportation port for the south side, its future is opment methodology to expected outcomes. in question among the Woodlawn leadership. As a One member of Washington Park expressed proposal to demolish the El east of Cottage Grove her dismay over the closed rank syndrome is moving ahead it is also picking up opposition. prevalent in the meeting. Betty Russell told The Freedom Now Center, located on 63rd and South Street Journal, "four of us from Perry Cottage Grove will be holding a community Ave. had heard about the meeting on the Su­ meeting Saturday September 15th to address the perstation, so we decided to attend to find out issue in opposing the what we could. People were there from trans­ closure. portation telling us about plans including the "We are holding this kind of restaurants they were going to have. meeting to get a fair assess­ At that time Ms. Butler interjected to re­ ment if this is the right mind them that there is already a McDonalds, tiling to demolish this El", Kentucky Fried Chicken, Popeyes Chicken said Dino McNeal, director and Checkers in the community. Alderman of the Freedom Now Troutman then called Butler a "monstrous Center. The Green Line El on 63rd Street is posposed for demolition by a group in Woodlawn, with the person" and told her repeatedly to get out. Various groups from backing of Bishop Authur Brazier. Citing another concern is Sam Zyyad of Top Value Foods, "I was greatly surprised at her (the alder­ Woodlawn have been which has suffered from the streets being cut off during construction . The El is also foucs in the Washington Park community at 55th Street for a Super Station. man's) behavior and at that time we left." said working to use a Ms. Russell, "I had wrote a letter to the Al­ Empowerment Zone waiver The process of what will be determined to derman This is the second experience I have Dino McNeal process for the CTA's go into this El station will be influenced by had, I had written a letter to her asking her to obligation to payback the Superstation at community input. While, the Alderman and come to a meeting and sent a copy to the U.S. government the funds obtained to repair the C.T.A. ensured the community that nothing Mayor she sent an acceptance letter and then Green Line station for the demolition cost. A cost would be implemented without the residents did not show up. When are we are going to quoted at $13 million. 55th Street El" input, preliminary plans for the station in­ Washington Park/Woodlawn— On September start treating each other with dignity and re­ The groups submitted a letter to Secretary Pena, clude a three level atrium affect with retail spect. of the Dept. off Transportation consisted of Aid. 9, a Town Hall meeting held at Harris YMCA stores, a day care center, and a police sub­ residents met to discuss the Super EL Station Troutman reminded the residents that, "The Arenda Troutman (20), Bishop Authur Brazier, station. very special tiling about tins project is that the Rev. Leon Finney, The Fund, United Business proposed at 55th Street El in Washington Although this is the first time it was intro­ Association of Woodlawn and Mount Carmel Park. Hie meeting was called by Alderman duced to the constituents of the 20th Ward. High School. Arenda Troutman (20 L These pipits are fai from new According to Maltie Butler of the WECAN opposing the de­ Along with an official from C.T A , and a Troutman's office, she and C.T.A. officials molition stated, "The powers to be aren't going to team from the Dept. m Planning led by Bill have been in discussion on this issue for tliree like this, but why don't they just say what it is, to Clark, Troutman and the department officials years. « move the present residents out." Butler suggested. were on hand to explain the plans for the one Because of the vacant land that is available "Next they will be building the Cu De Sac of a kind multimillion dollar station. in the Washington Park area, Alderman creating a separation of different classes of "I see the new El creating economic devel­ Troutman chose the 55 th street location op­ Aid.Troutman Cecila Butler people. I can think of a whole lot of good $13 opment for residents who have hung tough in posed to 51 st because of the extensive oppor­ million can be use for....The El is the heart of this community, and them being a part of the tunity to develop in the heart of Washington community has been offered control of this Woodlawn, I am oppose to it and have always building blocks for this-plan." Said Alderman Park where it is so desperately needed. project, which is so rarely seen in economi­ Troutman, "This plan is the cornerstone of cally disadvantaged communities." Troutman Continue on page 17 However, according to Cecilia Butler, the redevelopment that will attract investors, gov­ Washington Park Community Coalition added, "The process starts today, listen, think, Store Owner Balks at Street ernment money, and a logical process for re­ (WPCC)members testified before the Dept. of react, question, and suggest. Participate. You view of what may be developed on vacant Planning in May 1994, identifying 55 th Street will only get in the community that which you Closure due to El page 17 land." as a Superstation. hi May 1995 the Coalition demand, we will only get in the community Continue on page 4 In Me of Residents position Aid, Haithcock Opposes Indiana Gil de Sac Douglas-Alderman Haithcock (2), The college is seeking to create a after hearing testimony from area "Near South Activists" Organization is Formed campus environment for its students. residents and attending meetings on Alderman advised him i that at a presented to the Alderman by the ana Avenue. ICO recently completed During the meeting, residents of Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) community meeting on Wednesday, ICO, calling for a cul de sac be­ a two-hundred (200) bed student the Near South area discussed numer- proposal to cut 33rd and Indiana off to August 16, at the Hartzell United tween 32nd and 33rd streets on Indi­ resident building at that location. Continued on page 4 I traffic, the Methodist Church, the com­ alderman pre­ munity was overwhelmingly sented to over against the proposed cul de sac 150 residents on Indiana Avenue. at Pilgrim The letter went on to state Baptist Chur­ that because of this opposition, ch, on Sep­ the current plan will not have Mid-South residents tember 7, her her support and that the col­ peruse through the position op­ lege should seek other options remains of a burned out posing ICO to connect their buildings to­ food and liguor store at Cul de Sac. gether, such as an over-the- 51st & King Dr. The She made street pedestrian walkway. entire corner block was iher position Dr. Banwell, however, said burned beyond repair in known in a to South Street Journal (Aug. a suspicious fire several letter to the 16), the plan of ICO was in the weeks ago. Pekin president of making for a long time (over a Cleaner at 41 st & State ICO, Dr. year) and that "This is the is advising customers of Boyd Ban- Master Plan", they are going the cleaners located at well her op­ on with their plans. South the site of the fire to position. Street Journal, has made at­ contact the Better In her tempts to contact Dr. Banwell Business Bureau amid letter to Dr. since then without any avail. reports that customers Banwell, the The issue was a proposal are being sent to their location to be reimbursed. The owner State Rep. Lou Jones stated he sold that Rev. Dr. Floyd W. Davis statement on page 10 business eight years ago. Page 2 September 7 - October 4,1995 South Street Journal

SSJ Writer M "V avid Dunlap oj'Woodlawn has signed on as the Host for the I / UnZip Affair, Community Feud Contest, tailored after the Running for Judge I yFamily Feud. He said Wood lawn will be well represented at the Attorney Karen Brazil-Breashears, a Hyde Affair on Nov. 4 And Peggy Cotton has been nominated for a Parker recently is a candidate for Judge of Community character Award.. the Circuit Court of Cook County in the March 19,1996 Primary Election. Alderman Dorothy Tillman is without a Chief of Staff, Angelo Rose's Backed by R. Eugene Pincham as her top community organizer comrade Andrea Smith is no longer top hat Chairman, Pincham said, "The essential Karen Brazil-Breashears R. Eugene Rncham Charles Hayes for Tillman. And no word for who will replace her... In addition, the premise of Karen's campaign is that every hereby petition the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban homeless shelter on 57th and Lafayette of the Alderman is getting litigant is entitled to present his or her case to a fair judge. Development to withhold federal empowerment zone funding some flake by people wanting to close it down. Karen will be such a judge." He added, "I have firsthand from the City of Chicago, until such time as the Chiago City knowledge of Karen's outstanding legal abilities, her Pat Dowell-Cerasoli of Mid-South organization former boss Valerie Council passes legislation to guarantee shared decision­ masterful writing skills, her impeccable integrity, her Jarrett, Department of Planning Commissioner's rumored to leave making authority with the community. We believe that the unyielding decication to people, and her compassionate her post, even Mayor Daley's top assistant don't know what the lady is recently passed Daley administration plan violates the intent judicial temperament." going to do. Interested people can find out if they attend Mid-South of the federal empowerment zone legislation. Housing fair at ITT on Sept. 23rd. Brazil-Breashears was a staff attorney for the Research Dept. of the First District (Cook) County) of the Illinois Looks like a rent party is due this time for Cecilia Butler's Appellate Court when Pincham served as a Justice. Washington Park Scattered Site Empowerment Center in Washington Park. They needs some green to She is also a staff writer for South Street Jounral. at 4155 Lake Park is scheduled for an agreement with keep the doors open, and they mean dollars not the grass in the park. residents of the area headed by Izola Davis, for the Meanwhile Butler's cousin, Antonio Chappel, of Fuller Park is Gus Savage, Charles Hayes rehabitation of the buildings. The agreement is in line with looking for office space for Fuller Park Advisory Council. Maybe the Memorandom of Accord with the Department of Housing funds from the same folks funded the Washington Park center. and Times Square and Urban Development. Derek McNeal, Attorney, Talk radio host„community activist and Former Congressman Gus Savage was on hand September 9, The meeting was scheduled for August 1st, but was canceled brother ofDino McNeal has tossed his hat into the ring for the paying tribute to former Congressman Charles Hayes at the at the last minute. Illinois Senate race. Cecilia Butler of Washington Park has signed on newly formed DuSable Community Trust, Inc dedication to as his campaign manager.....Is it true Dino McNeal has a contract Hayes. The DuSable Trust is raising up to $2 million to Bynum "Adventure Playland" rehabilitate the old Times Square, aka Bacon's Casino, aka with the Mayor's MET program?. the Packinghouse Center, soon to be known as the "Charles in Washington Park. Gerri Oliver of the Palm Tavern on 47th Street is pissed off at a Hayes packinghouse Center at 48th & Wabash across the The Bynum adventure Playland in Washington Park, an certain group of women poets came to the Palm Tavern to debut their street from DuSable High School. island playground has been closed for two years. All the reading series but have now moved on to greener pastures without so equipment had to be replaced because of unsafe conditions. much as a thank you...it seems the manipulation of the community Petitions in the Neighborhood: The Washington Park Advisory Council is conducting extends into the literary circle. In Washington Park; planning sessions for the island. A meeting will take place to share residents suggestions on Wed. Sept. 20,1995 at 7p.m. And nowjor the golden Apple Award. As UnZip unzippsd Walgreen's PETITION at the Washington Pk. Fieldhouse 5531 S. King Dr. charging customers higher prices for cigarettes and glue We, the residents of the Washington Park Community (Area on 55th and Wentworth and 51st and Cottage, compared to 40), petition Alderman Arenda Troutman of the 20th Ward In This Issue: Hyde Park locations with lower prices. A to meet with us in the community to discuss the planning of Supreme Life Building 3 reader ofSSJ confronted Walgreens....And the Rotten our community. We, the residents, have been strategically Jackson Jr. Candidacy 4 Apple. Walgreens manager told the reader they have to planning for the community for several months, We respect Resident Build Housing in South Africa 5 WAR. on Welfare pay rent. the position of our elected officials and we request their 6 State Elected Proceedings 7 Happy birthday to, Hyde Parker Donna Hodge and Saturday 9/9 she support forour plans. Please meet with our delegation before October 1, 1995 to Read Between die Line 7 turned Count the dots, which be off a few. Dr. Carrudiers Interview show unity in our community. 10 Editorial, Letters, Perspective II ^3s^Sa~, On the Empowerment Zone; Spiritual Food - Rev. Meek's Letter 12 PETITION Youth Page 13 We. the undersigned residents of the City of Chicaao, do Real Estate Transaction 17 UnZip Affair 20

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We DuSable Museum of 924-0461 weekly meeting House, 500 E. 67th Revital'ization free reserve the right to refuse UnZipping & honoring" The Saturday. begins at 6:30 pm at St. 7:00 pm. Meets African American seminar from I I and edit material Community and it's People" History, through Wed 13 5659 S. Indiana Ave. 4th Tue. of each We invite you to nominate a person a.m. to I p.m. at the Women Support September 30. at Southside Call John Thomas at month. For to receive the "Good Neighbor YMCA-South Side, Group has been Empowerment 324-5256. information call T. Character of The Year" Award from 740 E. 56 Place . 6330 S. Stony Island designed to helping Women's your community (10 in all). The Museum is Zone meeting at Ave. Lunch is women over come Harris 493-1306 & Auxiliary Meeting Please provide us with the following open Monday 700 Oakwood Blvd included. compulsive/additive 3rd District 747- of the West information. through Sunday. at Center for Inner Space is limited. attitudes and 7004 for other Woodlawn Council Sat. 23 NAME Admission is $3 for City Studies 6-7 For information, behaviors. Meetings meeting dates. held Every Saturday of Block Clubs at Housing ADDRESS adults. $2 for pm call Demetra James I 1:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. the Parkway Workshop & Community seniors and 461 -4005. 47th Street 500 E. 67th St community Center, Expo join us for a TEL children. Thursdays Merchants The 35th Street- Parkway Community housing workshop and Why this person should be are FREE to 500 East 67th "Gift Of Gateway Citizens Center. For more Expo for die a latest, Assoication nominated? Street, 1:00 pm. everyone. Recovery" Committee: information contact information on home meeting at I 13th Produced by Gloria Monthly meeting at Frances Brown 312- Wed. 21 ownership and rhab Club meeting room, Tues. 12 Satterfield will air on Hartzell Memorial 723-4665. 8:30 AM-5:00PM 113 E. 47th Street. Channel 21 at 7:30 p.m 2nd Ward 34/35 King Dr. United Methodist ITT Herman Hall, 3241 Meets everyother hosted by Calvine Block Club Church, 3330 S. Mon. 18 Community S. Federal Street week at 7:30 pm Johnson. Meeting at 6 pm. Meetings: King Drive. Provident Spring Beautification Learn the dances Hartzel Washington Park Meetings are held Hospital will hold a Program. Lawn/Flower of the Casbah Memorial United Advisory Council 2nd Wed. and are Senior Health and Attached additional information Beautification From Djalaal meeting at Washington open residents of Methodist Church, Oct. 3 Presentation for die Joan's Dance Studjo Wellness Fair, 9:30 park, 55di and King the Near south and 3330 S. King Drie, To ensure that your ballot is The meetings are held 1438 E. 57th St. $54 until 12 noon, Free Drive. Presentation by, considered, Mail or drop this the 2nd Tuesday of fo;r 6 weeks for more Grand Boulevard Health screenings, Tuesday City Dept. sheet off by October 12th, at each month at 7:00 at information call 312- areas, call 548-2000 blood ressure, Sun. 24 Mid South Congressman Rush's 493-9288. or 924-0014 Transportation on The South Street Journal diabetes cholesteral, Wordsongs Planning and Office. Yor are cordially Grove Ave. 7:00. Proposed Cul De 4305-South King Drive, vision and presents An Oral Development invited to attend Sac at Indiana Ave. Chicago, D 60653 - mamography. For Anthology The Commission, between 32nd and (312) 924-0461 (312) 924-1470 a Media General meeting, Task Force for infor call 572-2718 mystery the magic Luncheon Topic 33 rd Street, Black political Taifa Black and the Madness of at King Center "Let's Build A Sat. 16 sponsored by Aid. Official Empowerment Awareness 47th Street widi 43rd & Relationship" 12:00 Adolescents Harris Madeline Haithcock. meets every Tuesday Group holds Malachi Ajaya, Marian Cottage.6:30 pm. P.M.- 2:00 P.M. At YWCA 6200 S. at Center's for Inner Drexel 955-3100 ext. classes in Black Hayes, Quraysh Ali and held every I st South Side YMCA Near South Activiist City Studies. 39th & 36. This group is for history, leadership, Beverly Reed. Hosted Tuesday •• Oakwoodi 6330 S. Stony Island. South Street Journal $1 Million targeted in Em­ powerment Zone for fight BLACK against Drug Gangs Community Leaders Questions the target METROPOLICONVENTION&TOURISM COUNCISL As tlie Mid-South communities wait drug gangs. "Tlie for grant approvals of tlie $100 million drug dealing opera­ Heritage Tourism Review Empowerment Zone funding, Mayor tions of today are By Harold L. Lucas Richard M. Daley welcomed Chicago's sophisticated crimi­ designation by White House National nals who combine Daley Mattie Bulter SUPREME LIFE BUILDING Drug policy Director Lee Brown with a high-tech capitalism Mayor Richard grant of $1 million for the with brutal violence to ravage our of drugs." He added "Tlie area's being RESTORATION "Empowerment Zone High Intensity children." Empowerment Zones only help the Drug Trafficking Area". Tlie designa­ With a six month plan tlie funds efforts of tlie community representative tion includes tlie Mid-South and West will be targeted for law enforcement in Clusters as they plan economic devel­ side communities. tlie form of arrest and money laurd- opment. It's pretty hard to get reinvest­ Tlie Mayor said the funding is an uary. Butler charged that, "What its all ment programs going in tlie area when effort that will help law enforcement about is supporting tlie criminal jus­ drugs are hampering tlie community." agencies better coordinate their targets tice industry. They are getting ready Butler insisted that tlie city's priority and efforts in fighting drug gangs. A to house (put in jail) Black youth for is all wrong. "The city must go to tlie claim Mattie Butler of the Woodlawn's $40,000 a year and put Black babies in root of tlie problem. These young men WECAN organization says its money tlie foster care industry." Butler con­ do not have the resources to bring these targeted the wrong area. tinued stressing, "With that money we drugs in tlie community and the law "They must be crazy." said Butler, can prevent drugs. This defeats tlie enforcers know it." Congratulations and all due re­ is clear indicator that the 2nd "They need to target tlie supply cut off Empowerment Zone concept, to try Tlie city hoped to receive $10 to 12 spect to the honorable Madeline Ward Alderman supports the and go to Hoffman Estate and tlie big and save our youth with positive pro­ million the next go around where Haitlicock, Alderman of tlie 2nd goodwill of community leader- boys." jects not aiding to house them in treatment and prevention funds can be Ward, hi a time of corrupt politi­ ship[ over pressure form outside As the funds are not related to tlie 39 jails." used. Amounts Atlanta and Philadel­ cians looking to enrich developers. drug arrest primary on tlie south side, Jim Riely of tlie Mayor's office phia received this time. themselves through back room BMCTC and MSPDC were Mayor Daley said, "as tlie indictments stated, "We look at tlie high crime Riely said he could not state where deals and taking money under the successful in fighting off other against members of the Gangster Dis­ areas over a year around tlie city and the focus will be, but did say the table, Alderman Haithcock has outside developers who did not ciples indicate, Chicago is facing in­ have targeted tlie city's South Side and moved forward of support the appreciate the cultural creasing organized and sophisticated West Side as tlie high intensity areas Continue on page 8 community's vision for economic significance that the Supreme empowerment. Life Building played in the his­ On August 30th, 1995, the Liq­ tory of Black Chicagoans. Tlie uidators for tlie Illinois Depart­ building is the "Crown Jewel" ment, of Insurance came before and anchor structure in the devel­ Chancery Court Judge Aaron opment of the Gateway to Black Jaffe with an emergency petition Metropolis. The Metropolitan for demolition of tlie landmark Pier & Exposition Authority has Supreme Life building, 3501 S. made a $10 Million appropriation nt your kids King Drive. Fortunately, through towards a street promenade from our development corporation and McCormick Place south to a legal council, tlie Black Metropo­ Black Metropolis Gateway at to get a real lis Convention & Tourism 35th & King Drive. Council (BMCTC) caught wind A Three (3) year community of the proposed demolition and planning process that culminated CHARGE out of was in court to ask Judge Jaffe to in a Mid-South Strategic Plan stay the order for demolition. targets the historic structure for Also present in supported of restoration and adaptive reuses as preserving tlie a Bronzeville Supreme Life Visitors Center, Look for ComEd's building were with comme­ Prof. E and His Traveling Electric Show ! Paula Robinson rcial, retail and of Integrated residential rental Renewal Strate­ spaces. (Cjflie may be coming to a school or community center near you. Prof. E is a gies Develop­ Therefore, BM­ hiphop, nonstop, rappin', dancin' electrical genius who teaches»3rd - 6th ment Corp., Pat CTC is now Dowell-Cerasoli moving forward graders the wonders of electricity; how it works, where it comes from and of Mid-South to purchase the how it should not be used. Kids also learn how to conserve energy ! Planning & De­ Supreme life velopment Com­ Building. mission BMCTC has jf ROF. E WILL ENERGIZE YOUR KIDS WITH EXPERIMENTS, (MSPDC), Mary launched a peti­ GAMES AND GADGETS. Steward of New tion drive and is Phase C.D.C. and' Working closely Tim Samuelson of Harold Lucas with Alderman L,JD)AZZLE THEM WITH HIGH VOLTAGE RAP AND DANCE. the Chicago Commission on His­ Haitlicock to convene a public toric Landmarks. meeting on proposed plans for Judge Jaffe granted seven (7) community reuse. BMCTC has Ask your child's teacher to invite Prof. E to. his or her classroom. For days for BMCTC to organize a also gained broad-based support business collaborative that could for this community-based scheduling and other information on this fun and FREE presentation, call purchase tlie buildings and stop initiative from Chicago Depart­ ComEd at 312.394.3068 it's demolition would be contin­ ment of Cultural Affairs, Com­ gent upon approval from Alder­ mission on Historical Landmarks, man Haitlicock. BMCTC imme­ Landmark Preservation Council diately called on tlie Alderman to of Illinois and 1994 seek her support for a Preservationists of tlie year, community-based initiative to Albert Friedman of J. A. Friedman restore tlie Supreme Building as a & Associates. National Heritage Tourism Tlie National Trust for Historic Destination. After careful con­ Preservation is working with tlie sideration of critical issues ef­ Chicago Department of Cultural fecting tlie building and dis­ Affairs and BMCTC to preserve cussing development strategies this structure, have it designed as Ai>zAVAl°out ZJ&^crtg with BMCTC, Alderman Haitli­ a Historic Landmark and opened cock sent a letter to Cheryl in time to host a reception for Thomas, Commissioner, De­ participants in tlie 50h Annual partment of Buildings requesting National Trust Conference being a hod on demolition for 30 days. hosted by Chicago in October, This pro community empovver- 1996. ment decision by Ms. Haitlicock For information on how you can become a member of =fn the Black Metropolis Convention and Tourism Council call (312) 548-2579. The power to make life better. ComEd A I Inkoni (iompuny -^J Page 4 September 7 - October 4.1995 South Street Journal After, five or so recommendations the group named themselves Near Jesse Jackson Jr. Announces Bid for South Activist. Their boundaries are generally from 18th Street to 43rd Street, after a resident from 43rd 2nd Congressional District Seat . Street imposed, she want to be include in the groups efforts. Pullman—Jesse Jackson Jr. Jesse Jr. quickly began to define bis America. "People who own houses has officially announced his new public image by saying he would don't write graffiti on them." The next meeting of the organiza­ candidacy for the Illinois neither run nor run away from his Jackson has been vocal on several tion will be September 21, 6:30 pm at 2nd Congressional District. name. "God has blessed me with a issues affecting the African American Pilgrim Church, where a letter to the The mid-day rally which good Community in- Mayor is to be sent following Haith- was held at Salem Baptist name... whose g eluding the cock's letter to him opposing the Church, on 118th and Indi­ good works I Editiorial: 2 protest against street closure. Another follow-up will ana before a full church was intend to work | the hand-ling of be addressing the tax assessment of Jackson Jr./Larry Hoover homes in the area. part political and part tent to form a co­ I the mur-der of revival as family members venants of ser­ Million Man March/Public ' Joseph Gould. Lu Palmer who followed one resi­ took the podium, one by vice with you, Enemy # 1 — Plus, I The race for dents concerns on the high increased one, to express their love, and I want to 1 the 2nd congres­ of taxes stated how his taxes has been support, and endorsement of be the next Jackson Jr. on Mel Reynolds sional District increased higher than normal. the 30-year old son of hu­ Congressman Hi wrwuinriiiim-Tiiii lrui-f seat promises to Palmer stress the importance of the man rights activist and of the 2nd Congressional District. be a hot issue as State Rep. Monique new organization saying, "This is to politician, Jesse Jackson. Jackson's message was one of eco­ Davis and State Senators Alice Palmer give notice to Banwell and any one Against a backdrop of nomic development, and he promised (13) has announced their candidacy, else, we will not allow any one to Jesse Jackson Jr. American flags, and red, a campaign that would put people and State Senator Emil Jones (14) is dictate the course of our community." white and blue balloons, first. "People who have jobs, generate expected with the host of other com­ Haithcock proposed that community revenue, pay taxes, and when taxes are munity leaders and politicians prepare organizations such as The GAP, Mid- i/v>/\n.rvrv/_v\rv/v%rvTrv/v~vv'V"VTri^^ paid, deficits go down, interest rates to toss their hat in the ring. A congres­ South Planning and others form go down people buy cars, houses and sional seat made famous by former committees to study the issues related refrigerators." As he continued, Jesse, Congressman Gus Savage, who lost to to the impact of the McCormick Place Jr. also summed up the plight of urban Mel Reynolds four years ago. expansion and the Lake Shore Drive reconstruction. She proposed con­ Continued from page 1 Sac." Rev. Davis went on to say, cerns froni De LaSalle High School, "We, at Pilgrim, see this plan only Illinois Institute of Technology (which Limousine Service, Inc. as a means of closing the campus to Leroy Kennedy address the schools the neighborhood. We see this move concerns) the and ICO's agendas for 6447-59 S.King Drive Cul de Sac as "Mental Segregation." You are proposed development. isolating "The Big House" (I.C.O.) ous traffic-related issues that the Al­ The Alderman pointed out the fol­ Chicago, Illinois 60637 so that no one can pass through its derman pledge to review and further lowing agreements should be worked grounds. We therefore vigorously study. The community listed the high out with the presidents of the schools: oppose any plans to Cul De Sac Indi­ speed traffic on King Drive and other Involvement of the community in the ana Avenue." South Side To streets such as Prairie Avenue. university' and high school long range The meeting at Pilgrim Baptist Echoing, residents concern was Lu plans; the employment and hiring Mid-Way a O'Hare Church, where Rev. Dr. Floyd W. Palmer, Chicago Black United practices; Support of local public ele­ Hourly Service Davis, is the Pastor, who was elected Communities, who said the residents mentary schools; Community as Chairman of the newly formed need to make sure nothing of this banking; Hiring minority architects SERVICE "Near South Activists", stated, nature happen again and proposed and planners; Hiring minority "Indiana Avenue is a main through they form an community or­ contractors. MMIUUUE fare to the loop. I think it shows a ganization to follow-up on their "My commitment to the community great insensitivity, on the part of the concerns. is to present all issues that affect the Coach or Van college to even propose to the Cul De community.

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Kronen Construction and Paving Company, a Black owned business based in Cheri Kirby, a resident of Soweto (a rural township Grand Boulevard, will join the outside of Johannesberg South Africa) has sought communities of South Africa in the the teclmical assistance of planning of affordable housing for the a Mid South resident to new free country. help build housing in f & their new free country. I am tired of my people suffering and IJRELIO S Cheri Kirby, 49th & St. I will do whatever I can do," Kirby WEEKLY SPECIALS Kirby who Lawrence will embark on said. "My family was a little afraid is employed by Kronen Construction MONDAY a mission that Nelson Mandela made for me at first but now everybody is said, "I finished my masters degree Order a fiesta Pizza for the Price part of his new government agenda. pretty happy about this." and my team won, they asked me if I of a Large Ms. Kirby met the South African Cheri Kirby and her attorney Fe­ would go and I said I would. I think consulate trade group at a trade mis­ licia Newberry will spend 2-3 montlis TUESDAY we need to share what we have with Free Pitcher or Liter of soda sion in May of 1995. They were in South Africa initially to complete the people over there, provide her feasibility studies and planning with any order of $10.00 seeking African Americans to joint teclmical assistance and goods and venture with, to provide goods and for the joint venture arrangement to WEDNESDAY services. Whites still own the land Order a Lil Pizza and get. 50 olF services that would assist Nelson build low in-come houses. Cheri will there and the people face many of Order, and Small for the Price of a Mandela, President, South Africa in return in late 1995 to assemble a the challenges that we face here. team of professionals willing to assist Large fulfilling his promise made in his THURSDAY redevelopment plan (RDP) to build in this most historical effort. The We have a team of 4 to 5 people Order any large Pizza for the thousands of homes during his five team will depart in February of 1996 who will do a flexibility study. We Price of a Medium year term as President of South for a minimal of 2-3 years stay. They will be staying two to three years." Africa. Little progress has been made are primarily looking for African- gfefi£ FRIDAY For many years Black South toward building the thousands of Americans to proide goods and Order any Medium Pizza for the Africans witlilield rent payments homes promised in tins redevelop­ serices and to set up import and Price of a Small from white property owners. Fur- ment plan. Faced with many chal­ export ventures. thennore many of these South lenges due to the underlying societal Kirby has been active in Mid-South African rural townships lack elec­ conditions that was used to bring since her arrival. She served dili­ tricity, running water and sewerage . |*p AUBMJQ5L. _ _ down the white power structure. gently on the Mid-South Plaiuiing Efforts to facilitate progress among And Development Commission for NOW SERVING Cheri Kirby, a resident of Grand Black South Africans are thwarted three years as chair of the member­ Boulevard for six years, is an en­ I OUR COUPON SPECIAL by Afrikaans (whites) that still con­ ship committee. She was also the trepreneur and real estate agent. A GnlllClOili UlliillflT trol much of the land and money in Executive Director of a local com­ Kenwood High School graduate. She the country. munity development corporation in recently earned her Masters Degree in SANDWICHES "I feel blessed and it is an honor the Mid-South area. Human Services Administration and HOT & SPICY for me to go in behalf of my people. Affordable Housing Development OR ITALIAN STYE wrrn SOUP OR FRIES OFFERS GOOD FOR DINE-IN, CARRY oirr, AND I DELIVERY,. 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Instead why don't you join in the community? Have your students do out­ WAR Opposes reach. Have them invite the community in. jiWhen people communicate one on one I have found diferences such as color vanish Welfare Reform and friendships begin to form. Women About Reform (WAR), an organization with Sure, to end racism will need more then members in the Grand Boulevard community is incensed What Happened during that, but it's a start—one individual at a about the direction of Welfare Reform is taking and how time. it will change and eliminate welfare to work services. Now for the good news. The State of Illinois must still obtain approval from the My Summer Break Item 3: Whirlwind is a performance arts U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in order company training teachers in the arts. A few to implement many of the recently passed welfare reform Today I thought I would write about a going to hold off on the article though, to of those teachers work in our area. I am so laws. However WAR believes these new laws are unfair number of concerns that I had over the give more individuals a chance to tell their impressed with the dedication and strength to welfare recipients. summer. Two of them are negative and two stories-as long as they will let me use then- of both Whirlwind and the teachers, I plan WAR views are as follow: are positive. name. (Furthermore, you can write to me in to write a column about the teachers it in Disapprove of The Get A Job Proposal" because it The negatives first, please. care of the South Street Journal about your the near future. Let me just congratulate discourages applicants from obtaining employment. The Item 1: About six months ago I wrote own school if you wish-with good and bad those teachers who are a part of our Personal Employment "Plan, because it is not an about a principal in one of the State Street news.) community who were Whirlwind Talented effective tool to assess a person's employment needs. corridor schools. Teachers have been trans­ Is anybody listening out there? teachers. They have so much to offer our Family Cap because it is a form of increase in abortion ferring out of the school like roaches escap­ Item 2: Illinois College of Optomety children. because of the denial of assistance. ing Raid. A teacher aide went to jail after (ICO) is once again educating the youth of Item 4: Word has it the restructured Earn Income Proposal which WAR says it would harm hitting a child, but only after she was ille­ our area on racism. They want to build what Board of Education is actually accessible to innocent people by charging them for over payments gally placed in a classroom for a number of is in effect a blockade to the community—a both teachers and administrators. Keep up made by public aid. weeks, and the principal was suspended for minority community surrounding an almost the good work. Of course, after I see how The Target Work Initiatie has not shown an effectie a period of time due to a DCFS infracture. all white medical facility. Let's call it the accessible they really are, I will write a col­ method to determined how it will assist 17,000 recipients At the time I said I would write an ob­ way it is—a fence will make the whites at­ umn about the new board, too. in obtaining employment with a two year time limit. jective column about the situation. During tending the school feel safer. Unfortunately I hope you had a nice summer-and to WAR can be reach throught the Chicago Urban League the last six months an administrator, numer­ it will also reinforce-again-a valuable les­ all of the students going back to school: on 45th and Michigan Ae. ous teachers, and teacher aides called me to son to the youth who live in the community- good luck and enjoy. complain (and some parents and students of -white is right. the school), but they would not leave their No, I say. ICO, if you want name so I refused to write the column. to be a part of our community, •^ Not so anymore. A number of individuals be a part of it. Don't tell us (T TME-RITZ have been contacting me during the last few lies. The reality is a cul de sac weeks—including former teachers—and they blocking Indiana at 33rd is just have been giving me their names. I am another disguise at racism. HOTEL

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e living m a ume^ increased racism, fascism and |p people are facuftenocide daily, it is clear that tte united Sl*es of a called democMy, is moving to destroy the Black State Elected Proceedings rice Our women f from the financial: needed to survive e modem day slave camps to die The wealthy of toi •• fltnppmg from the go! According to Smith, the governor had stiver that they po: 'Kaon^lan of the wea iccessful for. proposed spending $34.7 million for affirmative' actio* Smith Calls For Restoration low-income hospice care this year but the Republican controlled General Assembly reduced that amount by of Hospice Funding misguided Negro friends iciateithat act as fronts, pass througns, at phony j out venture partners, XMvhoyouare! Must you be named about $10 million. you will stop selling us out? st mend affirmative action, not State Senator Margaret Smith upon and Sisters, we are living |i and systemic persons on "I think the state should fully fund oppression. Blade people r that these States of capitalistic so calh V the Black Governor Jim Edgar and the Republi­ Medicaid hospice care because it is the compas­ Our women and children are I neededU can controlled Illinois General Assem­ actually sionate tiling to do," Smith said. "But, survive Our men are being bly to restore some $10 million in saves the when we can be compassionate and funding for low-income hospice care. state money. save money at the same time it be­ By Eddie S. Read Smith, who serves as Democratic The state is comes the wise tiling to do as well." spokesperson for the Senate's Public paying the _^^^^^^^^^^^ Smith urged her fellow legislators to Health and Welfare Committee and as bill anyway State Senator restore the funding during the fall veto a member of its appropriations and it is less Margretta Smith session, Which begins in November. committee, said the money should expensive to She said the governor may also have have been included in this year's bud­ have persons in their homes than in a the power to restore the funding with­ Contractor's get. hospital." out General Assembly approval and across ethnic and economic "Hospice care allows terminally ill Smith said the Illinois State Hos­ she urged him to take that action if it persons to live at home rather than in pice Organization estimated that is possible. Contractor lines. I always admired your a more expensive hospital or nursing Medicaid provided hospice care said Rufus Taylor the President and beautiful western boots topped home, "Smith said. "Hospice care for the state $14.1 million last year. CEO of Chicago's oldest Black off by affirm handshake and a owned construction firm-Gone, broad smile. Many of us Illinois Advisory Panel on Minority Health Created but never forgotten. appreciated the respect that you The Creator has brought to close had for a man called Sam Legislation Co-Sponsored professionals, and 2) to conduct a ing mechanisms for programs with the mortal life of a man, a gentle Taylor, the founder of Taylor study of spousal abuse. by Rep. Howard Signed minority health goals man, a serious man, a man of Electric in 1922. A man I "I am pleased that Illinois is finally 3. Promoting communication between honesty. A legitimate Black heard you commonly called into Law willing to take a look at the specific staff agencies that provide services to Contractor. I spoke with Rufus "My Dad". You did a great Legislation aimed at improving the health problems that are plaguing minorities work with annual scholarship health of minorities throughout Illi­ minority communities, "Rep. Howard Taylor privately on several 4. Building coalitions with leaders in awards and your other nois was signed into law August 1 lth. said. "For too long health needs of minority communities occasions. He applauded the philanthropic concerns! You House Bill 309, which was co-spon­ minorities and women have taken a 5. Encouraging recruitment of minor­ work we are doing in the were a humble man of modest sored by Representative Connie back seat in both research and clini­ ity health professionals construction industry. He Howard (D-Chicago) creates an advi­ cal work. I hope that this panel will The panel must also conduct a study especially wanted to see front expressions. sory panel on minority health. succeed in advancing the cause of of spousal abuse which shall include contractors stopped. He thought You stood tall in this town as They panel will consist of 15 mem­ minority health care." identification of the causes of spousal that blacks that front for others are one of the most respected bers representing a cross section of The panel's report on minority abuse and identification of specific disgrace to the industry. Taylor contractors-Black or otherwise health care professional and Illinois health will include a plan for: age groups affected. The report on the was a man who did not fight with to ever walk on a construction General Assembly members. The 1. Examining minority access to study must be submitted to the Gen­ his people publicly, he would site. For the next year, we panel is charged with two directives: health care and minority representa­ eral Assembly by January 1, 1997. fight problems behind closed dedicate our movement to you. 1) to create a report on the health tion in the health care profession. doors. "A luta continua" (the struggle status of minorities serving as health 2. Developing monitoring and track­ Taylor Electric Company and continues). Rufus Taylor, According to data from the Chicago Black Contractor's United will President and CEO of Taylor Kenner: "The Investment Board of Education, the 89-90 school never be the same without him. Electric Company, true role We Make in Education year had a total of 27,138 freshmen Rufus we thank you for your model. When I grow up-1 enrolled in high school, but in the leadership, your tremendous want to be just like you. Deserves the Highest Priority. course of four years 8,565 dropped out support for balck youth and others A simple equation, staying the school diploma is essential for most employment opportunities in in school equals more and today's job market," Kenner said. "It better job is important to let individuals, who have not completed their high school opportunities for graduates" education, know they can still achieve Bowman & A/zociote/ success with a General Education than ever, anybody wishing to Development Certificate (GED)," INCOME TRX RCCQUNTINC SERVICE become successful in life, must Kenner concluded. include education as a key ingredient The GED allows persons to obtain to achieve his or her dream." class hours needed to complete high 3428 5. Dr. M.L.King, Jr. Dr. State Rep. Howard Kenner "We must make it clear that not school studies. Individuals interested Stressing the importance of educa­ only do our children's chances of in the GED program are encouraged tion, State Representative Howard succeeding in the future depend on by Representative Kenner to call the Kenner, recently addressed a group of completing their education, but so Adult Learning Resource Center for high school graduates from Richard does our nation's economic stability, information about GED classes at 1- INCOME TAX PREPARATION Vocational H.S. hi his speech to the strength and world leadership." Ken­ 800-321-9511. ACCOUNTING/BOOKKEEPING youngsters, Kenner said, "Now more ner said. CONSULTING* FOR INDIVIDUAL, BUSINESSES POLICE MISCONDUCT AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS GREGORY E. KULIS OUR OFFICE HOURS RRE: Mori. Tu. Th. Fr. 9 am - 6 pm RTTGRNEY at LRW Wed. 1 pm - 7 pm 580-1830 Saturday and Sunday Closed CONCENTRATING In: for Additional Information Call False Hrreot, Police Brutality and Personal Injury (312) 949-0013 33 N. 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Continued from page 3 $1 Million •Gangster Disciples will be tar­ geted. Mayor Daley said, "The exten­ sive drug distribution network of these gangs require us to com­ bine our law enforcement re­ sources and intelligence as best we can. We need to be smarter and more efficient if we are to succeed." Chicago Crime Commission reported gangs are Public Enemy # 1 (SSJ August 24, 1995) with help from several factions of the state and local police depart­ ments, a group of student interns and the Illinois Dept. of Correc­ tions charged gangs are holding neighborhoods hostage. Classify­ ing them as very often from sin­ of the 1850, when Stephen A. gle parent household, unem­ Douglas purchased 70 acres of ployed, exhibiting poor work and land on 35th street in 1852. study habits in school, are in Highlights will include the Great trouble with police at an early Migration, as well as the much age and receive little guidance or celebrated Bronzeville of the attention from family members at 1920s, 30s and 40s. The exhibi­ home. tion will also profile the work of Butler agreed with Wallace Above a Family area residents and organizations "Gator" Bradley, a youth coun- Portrait at that are committed to preserving soler. Bradley said in the pass Birthday Party, one some of the community's historic article. "For them to just want to of the exhibits at buildings and are working to revi­ pay attention to street gangs is the Chicago talize the Douglas/Grand Boulevard just a racist plot to further their Historical Soicety, neighborhood for future genera­ aim - to lock up black men and highlighing the tions. The physical boundaries of youth," Bradly also said that ac­ the Douglas neighborhood are 26th Douglas/Grand cording to police reports violence- Street to the north, Lake Michigan has gone down 39%. Bouvelard to the east, Pershing Road to the As Butler and Wallace question communities south, and the Rock Island Railroad the real motive of government OUGLAS/GRAND BOULEVARD: with additional support from the Irvin tracks to the west. The physical agencies fight against drug THE PAST AND THE PROMISE, an Stern Foundation and Equinox Advertising, Inc. boundaries of the Grand Boulevard neighborhood crimes, Mayor Daley said he is exhibition which celebrates the history The Chicago Historical Society also gratefully are Pershing Road to the north, Cottage Grove pleased with the million dollar of the Douglas/Grand Boulevard acknowledges the Chicago Park District's gener­ Avenue to the east, 51st Street to the south, and grant. "This money will help us D the Rock Island Railroad tracks to the west. neighborhood, one of the oldest communities in ous support of all its activities. •enforce our drug laws and UK Chicago. The exhibition kicked off in March During the past year, members of the Dou­ In the 1890s, African Americans began to settle concentrate on breaking these with an ongoing series of educational and public glas/Grand Boulevard community and senior in the Douglas/Grand Boulevard neighborhood on sophisticated drug operations.. programs to be held not only at the Historical staff from the DuSable Museum of African the South Side of Chicago, an area once part of Crack down on money laundering Society, but at schools and community centers American History have worked closely with an the territory inhabited by Native Americans and, and dismantle street gang organi­ throughout the Douglas/Grand Boulevard neigh­ interdepartmental team of Historical Society since the 1850, occupied by a succession of Anglo zations, here and across the na­ borhood. staff. Together, they will decide how best to and European people. In 1904, the Frederick tion." Douglas/Grand Boulevard is the first commu­ collect, interpret, and present the history of the Douglas Center opened to aid African Americans nity to be examined as part of the Chicago Histor­ neighborhood. The exhibition will remain on in obtaining jobs. In 1905 the first Chicago De­ ical Society's Neighborhoods: Keepers of Cul­ display at the Historical Society through October fender was published, and in 1915 Chicago World Crisis Intervention ture project, a collaborative effort between the 1, 1995, when it will move to the DuSable Mu­ elected the city's first African American alder­ Network, Inc. Chicago Historical Society and four Chicago seum of African American History. man. Present neighborhoods: Douglas/Grand Boulevard, The exhibition features more than 600 artifacts During World War I, an estimated 50,000 A Dramatic Production Rogers Park/West Ridge, South Lawndale/Lower. including videos, photographs, manuscripts, African Americans migrated from the South to West Side, and Near West Side/East Garfield clothing and other artifacts. Young people from Chicago, in search of greater freedom, economic "TheMitty Park. the Elliott Donnelley Youth Center are working opportunity, and a better life for themselves and The project, which includes an oral history and with the Community Television Network and their children. Encountering racial barriers that video documentation component, as well as an Chicago Historical Society staff to create the primarily restricted them to living on the South Collier Story: exhibition and programs, has been generously videos for the exhibition. The exhibition tells Side, African Americans responded by establish­ underwritten in part by the Joyce Foundation and the history of the Douglas/Grand Boulevard ing their own churches, businesses, institutions, From Man to the Robert R. McCormick Tribune Foundation neighborhood, beginning with the early settlers Continue on page 16 God" at the Kenwood Academy i Hi! There's a new Volunteers needed to Auditorium, Newsstand located at Help Rape Victims 5015 S. Blackstone Ave. !57th & Cottage Grove. The Harris YWCA is seeking Saturday, Sept. 30, 7pm Please come, and support me. INSURE NOW....PAY LATER compassionate women volunteers Let me know what papers you committed to helping women and HearMitty Collier sing her SAVE MONEY ON NEW STATE children who are victims of rape and (would like me to sell to ^classic hit Record of the Sixties, \ ou. Thanks MAMDATORYINSURANCE incest. 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minor player in the game is you! What a does all this mean to you the Public Health V.A. Hospital to Health consumer? You need to learn how to Open Client on 63rd Play Ball! Put yourself right up there Clinics Open in the major league. This is your Saturdays, Street Bernetta Pearson, RN money they a re trying to get, your Woodlawn—VA West Side Medical money they a re trying to spend and Protecting Students Center has announced it will open a The Alphabet your health that on the table. new outpatient clinic September 6 at Next issue. Managed care-What's Against Diseases 1502 E. 63rd Street, near Stoney Is­ in it for me? What should look for Nine Chicago Department of Pub­ land Avenue. The satellite facility lic Health (CDPH) clinics will ex­ Soup Heats Up Merger-Consolidation of two in my health care provider and will provide increased access to medi­ pand hours of service to accommo­ or more businesses or entities. organizations? Remember this is cal care for veterans living on Last issue we talked about HMO's, date children in need of immuniza­ In the case of health care, your health, Health is Wealth. Chicago's south side. GROUP/IPAS and PPOS. tions and physical examinations re­ Pharmaceutical companies are Knowledge is the key. The 2,000-foot general medicine Let's add two new ones to our list. quired for school entry, according to merging. clinic will have facilities comparable 1. PHO-Physician Health Bernetta Pearson, RN is a Field Public Health Commissioner Sheila Acquisition-To acquire a business to those of a private physician's office. Organizations. These are managed Director for Sinai Family Health Lyne, RSM. or entity, usually by buying In the It will be open weekdays from 8 a.m. care organizations made up of Center The clinics will be open on three case of health care, Management to 4 p.m. Patients who need more spe­ Physicians in business fort and President of the Saturdays: August 26, and September service organizations are buying up cialized care can be brought to the themselves. They handle all National Black Nurses Association, 9 and 16 to deliver free vaccinations Hospitals, HMOS are buying up medical center's main campus, located business and medical operations. Chicago Chapter. and low-priced physicals to city chil­ clinics. Everybody's buying up at 820 S. Damen Avenue. 2. MSO-Management Service dren who will be entering kinder­ something because the tliinking is According to Lewis Coulson M.D., Organization. These organizations garten, first, fifth or ninth grade in Bigger is Better. Associate Chief of Staff for Ambula­ consist of a group of Physicians in the fall. State law requires parents Capitation-to contract to provide tory Care, the clinic's location was business for themselves that hire a mSOj to keep their school-age children up service to patients at a fixed fee. selected to accommodate the large management organization to run the to date with immunizations and Most providers of goods and number of south-side veterans. financial end of the business. The physical exams. services in managed care "Over 7,000 of our patients reside two groups work together to present Several of the clinics also will participate is this arrangement. near clinic and there are many thou­ a managed care product but unlike offer dental exams for children. All the HMO, the Physician is not an Some major players in the name sands of other veterans living nearby of the climes will be open from 8 who would also use the A if it were employee of the Managed Care game are (surprise, surprise) a.m. to 1 p.m. on the three Saturdays. Organization, he or she is a partner. insurance companies, more convenient, "Dr. Coulson said. The school physicals are priced a t "The location we've selected is acces­ While we're stirring this soup lets pharmaceutical companies, $10 each. Parents assisted by Medi­ add 3 new Buzz words. hospitals, and doctors. One large sible to public transportation and has caid should present their cards at the ample free parking. time of service. All patients must be "Surveys of our patients show that im­ accompanied by a parent or legal proving their access to medical care is guardian. Additionally, to accommo­ a top priority for the VA," he contin­ Back to date the annual peak demand of THE MOST FASCINATING ACCOUNT OF ued. regular school physicals, preschool "This clinic will be a welcome addi­ School ASTRAL PROJECTION EVER PUBLISHED! and day care physicals will not be tion for the thousands of veterans who available on the three Saturdays. want to see a physician without travel­ Physical AAfttft Parents with children in need of ing an hour on a bus or expressway." The Chicago Pepart- ASTRAL EXCURSIONS vaccinations should remember to West Side was one of only six VA ment of Public Health, ^WW^ bring all records of past immuniza­ medical centers nationwide to receive Holman neighborhood ONLYs9«00 :« tions their children have received. congressional approval to open a M The Mid-South clinic and then- Health Center at 4230 S. PASTRAL EXCURSIONS." AT last i satellite facility. VA officials say it is contemporary and personal account of out of the < telephone number are: especially noteworthy that West Side Greenwood Ave, is offer­ X body experiences or astral projection, covering h Grand Boulevard, 4410 s. State ing free Immunizations, -\ period of over 18 years. Contents: The psychological ^ is opening the clinic using existing re­ V" influences of astral beings upon the alcoholic, sex with ^ 747-0005 sources and has not requested addi­ Vision and Hearing, from ASTRAL \ a sucubus or congress subtilis. techniques to achieve ? Holman, 5230 S. Greenwood, tional funding. 8 am to 1 pm, September \ astral projection and more fascinating subjects. To 747-8700 order book "Astral Excursions," send $9 plus $4 for. Veterans who need more informa­ 16th. Physicals are $10 •% % / shipping and handling to: P.S.E. c/o Myles Demus. POi tion or would like to make an ap­ Dental for $5. »A /Box 53520. Chicago, IL 60653-0520./ Vl\|\\ pointment should call the clinic at For information call (312)363-5748. Aty |Vyl * jh<\ 747-8700. ^^ f

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Dr. JacobCarruthers By Beverly A. Reed Reed: So you left Kansas, came here and started the Dr. Jacob Carruthers, family man, educator, pioneer ,nd African Education Centered Movement? now initiated into the highest level of achievement possible Carruthers: No I inherited the course graduate study, at that for a man of African descent- an elder. time the course was called Graduate Study in Dr. Carmthers has earned the level of respect he commands Disadvantagement. The curriculum then was what I with twenty-eight years invested in the African Centered considered to be victim analysis. A year after I got here they Education Movement. His vast knowledge and unfailing decided to make me chairman of the department, and so we commitment has turned a vision into reality. The African started a radical curriculum revision and turned it around from centered curriculum in place at Northeastern University, victim analysis to an African Centered Curriculum. Center for Inner City Studies is where he has spent nearly Reed: Well in that light it would seem that you have three decades guiding and teaching. certainly earned your place in history as a pioneer in this A humble man who is certainly far more knowledgeable movement. than many proclaimed leaders. Yet he is very comfortable Carruthers: Well, let me just share this with you, about a in his role as a foundation builder (whose impact will have year after I came to Center, I wrote a speech called the Dis- far reaching effects). He molds those that woidd be king. Education of Blacks in America, and I gave that speech in Reed: Let's do our history first, what happened twenty front of a group of teacher, principals and educators and one eight years ago that brought you to Chicago? old man who was silting out there listening to me,who had Carruthers: Well you have to have a feel for 1968, that been teaching for years said to me, you must have read was the year Dr. King was killed, and the period from 1967 Woodson's Miseducation of the Negro. I knew about had been extremely tense because of the rebellions. The Woodson, 1 had read some of his work but had not heard of Black Panthers were recruiting all over the country and that this book. I was embarrassed of course, the next day I got a was the atmosphere. At the time I was teaching at Kansas copy of it, read it and found out that brilliant analysis I thought State College, and some of the white students were being I had done, had already been done almost fifty years earlier. recruited by SDS and tire black students were being What we are doing has been before by people like Henry recniited by the Black Panthers. Bishop, Richard Abbott and Prince Hall who established the Reed: How did you happen to be at Kansas State African Lodge that is now called Prince Hall Masons. At this time the Publisher of South Street Journal, Ron Carter- College? brought the interview around to the issues directly affecting Carruthers: Well you see I had been hired as, to put it the Mid-South way,Greenlee said it the spook who sat by the door I was the only Black person on the faculty. Carter: Dr. Carruthers, our last editorial dealt with the Reed: How did that impact on the students? issue of education. In it we quoted DuBois' on the holistic Carruthers: Well tire students came to me, and asked me approach to educating African American youth. We used to be their advisor. In the meantime, the students went on the statement to draw a parallel between the students now strike against the administration. The administration had and the students of the sixties. Your views? taken their newspaper and put out their own official copy. Carruthers: What happened in the 1960's was that the The students somehow got a hold of all the copies of the college students began the sit-in movement which led to the paper and built a bonfire in the center of the campus. I was voter registration movement at the same time White walking up and they handed me a copy and asked me did I institutions started soliciting those student to attend their want to join them. Well, I thought it deserved to be burned schools. The social conscious was instrumental in the advent of the Black Studies program because these kids were not also and so I tossed it on the bonfire. Well after a period of time it content to attend these integrated colleges and be became The social conscious was trained solely in the White obvious that instrumental in the Supremacy curriculum. I was Now the push is on for the systematical advent of the Black best and brightest students to ly being Studies program because pursue technical fields of turned down these Rids were nQt study. They are being told if for they want to "make it" this is promotions, content to attend these what they have to do to save raises etc., integrated colleges and be Jiat Black Studies stuff for the dumb students. But that Someone trained solely in the is where the Movement brought it to .•«... ^ comes in, look, what we my attention White Supremacy have to do is what we should that it was Curriculum. have done in 1890. There is because of no substitute for the parents and the community controlling the the bonfire incident, I knew then it was time to go. I had education of our children. We must control the education of taught my classes well and done everything I was supposed our children. to do as a professor. What I did on my own time was my Carter: Is Brother Hannibal Afrik a part of the African business. So I was out of a job. Centered Education Movement? Reed: What does an out of work professor do? Carruthers: Yes he is, Hannibal is certainly a part of it. Carruthers: Well I came to Chicago. Someone told me Carter: In your view, where are we as a people in terms of about the Center for Inner City Studies and that they were education? Especially in light of the fact, I refer again to hiring. At first I was just looking for a job, but when I got to that editorial, that the schoolchildren in our communities the Center I was very impressed. Everything was going on, are not seeing much of the technically trained or the the Panthers held most of their meetings there, the African Centered trained as they make their way to school. community was protesting what was going on in the public In addition most of our schools arc on the lower rungs of schools, some of the faculty members were heavily involved academic levels and school such as IIT or even CICS are in community organizations, that was right down my line. not filled with the youth of the communities they are in. Reed: Who were some of the people involved? Carruthers: Well, I think the problem is that school has been Carruthers: Sonia Stone was very heavily involved, Nancy viewed and rightfully so, as alien institutions by the people in Aniez, Donald Smith was the director of the Center, John the community and the children who go to them. Many of Porter, Anderson Thompson and many others it was them look at schools as prisons. Those that go spend a lot of certainly an exciting time and I was glad the position was their time trying to figure out how to not to have to go or how open. We hit it off. You know I tell people that before I not to go to class, because they view the classroom as enemy came to the Center I never held a job for over five years. I territory. I am not justifying their attitudes but there is some would either get fired or quit just before they fired me. substance to the reasons that they have those attitudes and Somehow or the other they liked me at the Center and I've those have not been properly addressed by those people who stayed there for twenty eight years. control education. Reed: What do you teach? Carter: Does your program do community outreach? Carruthers: Well, we have what we call interdisciplinary Carruthers: When we get that idea that the community must social sciences and humanities. One of the courses I teach is called Graduate Study in the Inner City Communities. be full control of the education of its children then outreach That's a general orientation course to the curriculum. It is will be the norm. However we have serval programs going on an intellectual history of why African people find in conjunction with local high schools even during the summer themselves in the position they are in today. I also teach a months that are working extremely well. course called African World View. Which is the course that Reed: On the behalf of South Street Journal and its readers I probably like the most. It is really an attempt to deal with we would like to say Asante Sana the history of African people or what I call deep thought. I 1

South Street Journal September 7 - October 4.1995 Page 11 Ediiioral Perspective Larry Hoover/Jesse Jackson Jr. The Importance of African Traditions the Million Man March and Public Emeny * 1 By Hannnibal Tirus Afrik power. or Africans in America, the issue of Malidoma Some' emphasizes the importance of uproot the seed that make his brothers "Public Enemy financial and political power of restoring the wrong and here is a claim on the lives of Black Men preserving our cultural traditions has community in his book, Ritual-Power, Healing #1 misguided to their rightful place. To even address the under the age of thirty. Who shall take the become more significant. There is and Community by describing: "A community is a However, if neither Hoover or Jackson make it to real agenda of saving our Black men caught in the prize remains to be seen. On one hand there currently a major moment towards an place of self-definition. Any group of people Washington, they should at some point meet and oppression of the wealthy who profit from Black are the brothers who have been labeled African-centered school curriculum. meeting with the intention of connecting to the Public Enemy # 1 and on the other hand there discuss their deep ideological and political differences. unemployment, imprisonment and exploitation from F power within is a community. Within churches, interest in an Africentric Tare the Black urban professionals. Currently, two men They also need to discuss which class of Black men lack of education and vision to operate the businesses People who regroup under a different banner to theological framework has already produced many that they represent will not be in Washington D.C. and and understand when elected officials talk change. have the power to influence either group. Larry Hoover converts and scholarly research. take care of themselves are attracted to indigenous and Jesse Jackson Jr. Whatever else we believe about why not. This conversation should then be reported to Just as the Chicago Police use drug money to do good, The national moment to develop and expand culture...The community is where we draw the these two it is apparent that they can affect the largest meetings such as the Elder board of CBUC. so can the Black youth, before it's too late. Rites-of-Passage programs for youth is a positive strength needed to effect changes inside of us". non-voting block, Black men 30 years old and under. As these two meet perhaps they will scrape off the It is these men we must put under a microscope declaration of cultural affirmation. When the A fundamental sociological component of the coat of whitewash. Beneath it they could uncover because they do represent the new generation. The Neither Jesse Jackson Jr. or Larry Hoover have issue of reparations is discussed, community community is the nuclear family which emerges subsidiaries that truly control the criminal underworld community can not afford the luxury for these two men announced their support of the Million Man March in residents are becoming more vocal and vigilant to through courtship and marriage. The institution of young Black men. Perhaps will look closely at the not to meet. And there should be no questions, no Washington D.C. As it is quite possible that they may demand governmental responses to the 400 year of marriage not only is a union of individuals but mafia figures and discover that, like gangs, the mob is apologies and especially no resistance from foe or so- be able to influence the direction of many thousands of impact of our African Holocaust of Enslavement. a bonding of their immediate families for life. the secret army, that can control rather Hoover can get called friend. The community benefits from marriages by the people in this country, from one extreme to the other, Throughout the Motherland, liberation forces out of jail. Perhaps they will discuss the privatization The strategy is to uproot the cause of failure, to pool creation of new life which regenerates the there are some serious uncomfortable issues we have to achieved political independence in the Southern of jails in Florida and its stealthy climb into to Illinois the resources to build. This is the another call to march ancestral legacies and provides for generational face. Africa region including Namibia, Zimbabwe and or that more money is spent on inmates than on Washington. More directly on the jails to 53rd and continuity. Let's say Larry Hoover is controlling the gangs (or Azania. These victories, along with other education, prevention or intervention for youth. State Street to Lake Meadows. youth organizations) in the community and can control continental state governments, heralds the More African Americans are seeking From the meeting of Jackson and Hoover and men over 10,000 young men. What if at the snap of his They will discuss strategy to overcome the recent realization of Marcus Garvey's 1920 vision of a information and practicing traditional wedding such as them Washington must really feel that this is a fingers he can bring thousands of them together faster bust of 12 international drug deals as it relates to the United States of Africa. ceremonies as a means of reestablishing our 39 on the south side. The anguishing sight of skeleton march that will stop the death awaits both ends of the cultural heritage. In this light, KUUMBA than Minister Louis Farraknan. Right now where Scientifically, anthropological research reveals women on the streets selling there bodies on 43rd spectrum of young Black men. CREATIONS', an Atlanta based special events would they be going and for what? Hoover should even more compelling evidence of the African Street. They should also include the image that firm, is sponsoring an African Wedding Bazaar, at certainly be accountable for the direction that those origin of humanity at least 4 million years ago and rappers project using words of disrespect. Perhaps they P.S. South Street Journal Advisory Board Member, the New Concept Development Center, 7823 So. young men take. More than just a letter to his members the genetic linkage to a single female ancestor. will even reminisce on the rappers of the sixties like Tom Slawson of Vitner can be considered to sit in on Ellis (See Community Events Calendar). encouraging them to vote. The multiple contributions of African civilization Gil Scott-Heron and the Last Poets. the meeting. Let's say Jackson Jr. wins the congressional seat he worldwide is being documented through migration Malidoma Some' offers insight into this area, will be one of the youngest, if not the youngest Imagine if they found a way to trace the drug money patterns, linguistics, architecture and folklore. "We need ritual because it is an expression of the to the gambling casinos and other "legitimate" Note: Jesse Jackson Jr. is a member of SSJ Board as congressmen in Washington Consequently, the stage is being set for an fact that we recognize the difficulty of creating a enterprises that are the syndicate's indispensable store­ well. D.C. His influence would African renaissance in global affairs as society different and special kind of community. A front covers a far cry from the drug trade in stores on span the young black moves forward into the 21 st century. The community that doesn't have a ritual cannot exist". 47th Street. From these slightly respectable professional men and those compelling challenge remains to determine who By restoring our African traditions of creativity, enterprises they could follow the trail into the halls of who hope to emulate them. will control African resources; human, material harmony, reciprocity, collective work and the star assemblies, city councils, congressional offices Jackson himself was raised in and spiritual. responsibility along with unity and faith, our and into the pockets of big business conglomerates. youth and adults will regain positive self-esteem a solid home and was In order to adequately preserve the traditional provided with the moral Clearing the air. The problem has been that two and social improvement. The African Wedding African creative genius, African Americans are guidance to build the men of different purposes were unable reconcile Bazaar can become a significant step for healing realizing the importance of institutionalizing character needed for him to themselves in order to confront the annihilation of our and restoring our indigenous community traditional cultural processes of socialization. The take on a leadership role. youth from the streets to the man-hood robbing life of standards. PAMOJA TUTASHMDA (Together, <£: basis of cultural unity lies in the concept and role More than visiting the jails, corporate America. The unity could set the stage for we will win) of community, which is a manifestation of inner Publisher & Editor Jackson Jr. must organize and large-scale organizing and then toward the real •".£. Tfrgi.- W. t&'+

the world have heard about blacks in America. They State Representive (5) have learned that a person can come from anywhere Jackson Jr. > in the world and set up business in the black LOU JONES community of America and be more successful than Sets It the people who live in it. They Opposes Indiana : learned that you don't have to Straight on Get A Load in the community, don't have Cul de Sac ispect die people who live in Reynolds PRESS STATEMENT Hill's Street Of This Baby it, don't have to belong to any organization in it and Dear Editor he land grab by the Illinois don't have to support anything The item in Inc., "Jesse College of Optometry and The ! 1968 in the community and the Jackson Jr. helping self", Illinois Institute of Technology Blues Dear Editor, people will still bring you is just plain wrong. Let will not continue without Many whites say they don't their money. They have also me, as best I can, make negotiations with residents of this want you in their area. They don't learned when blacks get clear the truth. Tcommunity . There are reasonable Triggers White want black children going to angry witii you, they will 1) Congressman Mel and intelligent people in this school with their white children boycott you for a short time. Reynolds was convicted in neighborhood which I represent but and to add insult to injury your But when the boycott is over, a court of law—I justly their patience is in Blues mayor says to the police they will double their support think—of 12 very serious crimes. No one should being sorely tested department, shoot if you loot. for your business, they have minimize—and certainly I do not~Uie seriousness of Dear Editor, by these private We know you can't keep cool learned that blacks have been engaging in immoral an illegal conduct with a minor or I am writing in response to Officer Pat Hill's (SSJ institutions. under these conditions. But taught by their support for your obstructing justice. These are especially serious August 24,1995) comments regarding the Chicago Already too many dig this solution. business. They have learned crimes coining from someone who holds a position of Police Department. I am offended and outraged by her public ways have Put down your bricks and that blacks have been taught by public trust. As a full adult, he was responsible for his UIO blatantly prejudicial comments. If the same comments ,been closed and matches and pick up your their slave masters to always actions and, tiierefore he must suffer the consequences. were made by a Caucasian officer against African converted to the dollars. Start a dollar respect the so-called white He may spend a considerable amount of time in jail. A'; Americans, they would certainly be disciplined, private use of these spending riot in your soul people and disrespect blacks. 2) As a human being, however, I do not feel the same perhaps fired. Why do wee feel one must be white to schools. Far too brothers and sister's They also learned Uiat they can way about his wife and children. Even more to the be a racist? little effort has been businesses. The best way to cheat you and blacks will still point, his children are totally innocent, but will have to Though Officer Hill blames all her woes on the made to form a change the slum is to own it. support the business. live widi and suffer die consequences of his "White Anglo Saxon Protestants who are in charge" of partnership with the You can't own it by spending all your money with irresponsible and illegal actions. I am certainly aware Jones the department, she saves her personal attacks for two Webb Evans, people who live in those who live out of it and you sure can't own it if you Uiat Uiis is the circumstances of many children whose high ranking officials who happen to be black. Deputy United American the neighborhood where these burn it down. faUier (or modier) has been sent to jail. It does not Superintendent Ramsey and Deputy Chief Watson Progress Assoc. campuses are located. Get Hip Baby!! lessen my human concern for Rep. Reynolds children have risen through the ranks by implementing new and Fuller Park Failure of the Illinois College of That business can become yours one day, that you just because tiieir humiliation is much more public. innovative programs which have been benefited both Optometry to consult with the are bvaming down. 3) I am aware of and sympaUietic to a group of the department and the community. They are both Thanks SSJ community before mounting an ministers who have expressed a concern about doing known as extremely qualified, even handed leaders Dear Editor, effort to try to close off Indiana Concerned Citizen something to lessen the burden and potential long-term throughout the department. Perhaps Officer Hill can I am the above named person. I am also a real estate Avenue at 33rd and 32nd streets is Harlan Hayes, Woodlawn hurt and harm that could come to Reynolds children. I only feel solidarity with those who share her racist businessman. I have been receiving a complimentary the absolute last straw. There will am not leading such an effort. I am certainly not views. issue form, South Street Journal. be no Cul De Sacs built at 32nd What Others Learned organizing a fund-raiser—for Mel Reynolds" as today's I want to again extend my deepest thank you. For Inc. column states. and 33rd streets. And these private allowing me the privilege to read your very fine paper. schools had better understand that Ellyn Schmitz About the Black I hope this clarifies my position. I also hope that the Sergeant, Chicago Police Department media will be more responsible in future reports. this public official and others as Larry Jackson N-73611, E. Moline, 111. 61244 well will work in concert with our Community constituents to protect ourselves Dear Editor: Jesse Jackson Jr. and our families from further Open letter to Blacks in America. People from all over encroachment by these forces. Donna Hodge, Beverly A. Reed, Atty. Karen Brazil- South Street Journal 4305 S. King Dr. Chicago, Sept. 7 - 20, 199S Vol. 2 No. 23 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Let it be known that most Illinois 60653, Telephone: [312] 924-0461, Fax [312] A 1995 Cherrel Communications Publication Brashears, Micheal Brownstein, Hattie Pitts, Matanah, Letters to the Editor are welcome and encouraged. community residents are willing to Published Bi-Weekly Eddie S. Read, Harold Lucas. Cartoonist: Ervin Smith 924-1470. All unsolicited materials submitted to Soudi Mail them to SSJ, 4305 S. M.L. King Drive, Chicago Illinois 60653. They sit in negotiations with school Publisher/Editor, Ron Carter, Jr. Photograghers; Donna Hodge, Dennis Worix, Street Journal becomes die property of Cherrel also can be telephoned in by calling (312)924-0461. They should be typed or officials and work out reasonable General Manager, Beverly A. Reed Owens Lawson. Circulation: Just Deliver, John Thomas Communications/South Street Journal. We assume no print written, accompanied with a return address and a day time phone number. Letters may be edited for space or clarity, and we assume no responsibility for expansion plans, but no longer Administrative: Theresa Pillow, Lloyd Johnson, & New Structure Organization, (Washington Park) responsibility in returning unsolicited materials and we the accuracy of facts stated in any letter. Names may be withheld. We also will ITT and ICO stomp on this Curtis Jones, Carmenetta Griffidi Various Youths, (Robert Taylor & Stateway Gardens), reserve the unrestricted right to edit, comment, and/or community's rights and desires. seek suggestions for improvement and stories you feel Contributors/Writers: Dawn Ewing, Address all correspondence to: aterials from publications. South Street Journal should address. Page 12 September 7 - October 4.1995 South Street Journal

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Black Community:Unity Rally and March Theme: Uniting Around Love" at Progressive Community Church On Saturday September 30th at 2 pm, the Black Community Unity Crusade Committee will sponsor a follow up Rally and March in the Grand Boulevard community. A Rally was held on July 14th to kick-off this Crusade at Liberty Baptist Church on 48th and King Drive. The follow up Rally will be held at Progressive Community Church, 56 East 48th Street, where Rev. B. Herbert Martin is pastor (Progressive is the Church of the late Mayor Harold Washington), A community March will take place after the rally. Practing and promoting Black community Unity will be the focus of the Rally and March. A Unity Pledge Drive will be kicked off at the Rally, the goal of the Pledge is to get 100,000 Black individuals to sigh the Unity Pledge committing to practing and promoting Unity, we hope to achieve this goal by end of September 1995. For information call 918-2110

Fellowship Missionary Cosmopolitan Community Church, Darryl Newell, Kenwood Branch Manager, Baptist Church Harris Bank and many other prominent Big Brother & Big Sisters African American leaders. Presented the 2nd Annual However, the real stars of the show were the children. Their presentations Back to School Breakfast were enthusiastic and sincere, these were Festival eager talented children whose gifts Billed as a time to share a little time, ranged from poetry, and singing to a talent and finaces to motivat the children violin solo. to be the very best they can be. Rev. The facilities were geared totally Charles and Averia Jelks coordinated a towards the children with a petting zoo, progam that included as speakers and farm animals, fire engines and much CHRIST UNIVERSAL TEMPLE motivators. Cook County Board more. President John Stroger, The Honorable Pastor Clay Evans praised the ministry ^ 11901 S. Ashland • Chicago £TQ. Judy Mitchell, 3rd Ward Alderman for their efforts saying, "I congratulate Dorothy Tillman, Rev. Henry Hardy, this fine Annual Day Committee for a job vfcf Tickets: $25 - $15 ~ $10 %^ Available at Christian Tabernacle Office • 4712 S. Prairie Ave. • (312) 548-2500 ParddSe MB. C fardel Rev. Herbert Martin, Pastor (Evening Star n n _ „ , . Progressiv 6 e Community Church Quinn Chapel Rev. lames C. Bond br, « —• *— African Methodist Episcopal Church (JJaptist Qturcft 1163 E 43rd 51. 2401 So., Wabash Ave. CfAaqo.•Illinois 60653 4235 South Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, 111 60616 Chicago, Illinois 60653 (312)924-3637 (312)791-1846 Fax 791-9418 Rev. Q.C. Morgan*Sr., Pastor

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P David Saunders, Minister pleasant it is for brethren to -TUESDAY BIBLE CLASS 7:30 PM 9AM Church School dwell together in unity! - FRIDAY TEACHING, TARRYING & ANOINTING 10:45AM Devotion "Love conquers All" Oilier of Service PASTOR MCHARGE 8:00PM 11:00 Resurrection Service Sunday School -9:00 am -SUNDAY EVENING SERVICE 3:30 PM Holy Baptism Sunday Worship Service -11:00 am -BAPTIST TRAINING UNION 6:00PM 1st Sunday - Communion 3:30 pm ••SUNDAY NIGHT RER, 7:30 PM Where there is no vision, the people perish" 2nd Sunday - Choir's Musical 3:30 pm Proverbs 29:18 Sponsored by Rmoco Gas Station on 43rd and State St. Ken Love Owner AND PARENTS 1QQ 9 PA&E and Operator Mayor Daley visit Du Sable/Farren Outdoor Learning Center Mollison School, Citing: "This is an excellent school," Mayor Richard Daley and Chief Mayor Daley Educational Officer Lynn St. James came to visit Mollison School, 44th and Dr. M.L. to incorporate. She showed St. James the King Dr, on the first day of class. books she would be using and asked if Surrounded by television cameras and monies could be made available to get dozens of reporters, St. James said, "We each teacher and child their own picked Mollison because it has proven inner workbook. city schools can get results." Mable McClendon, ESEA coordi­ Andrea Kerr, the principal of Mollison, nator, explained the various enrichment explained the uniform policy of the school. activities the school offered. Two of "Ninety-eight percent of our students wear them include a violin program for first the Mollison uniform. We have tremendous graders and a multicultural exchange parent support." In addition, Kerr told program. Daley told the reporters, "It is Mayor Daley and St. James the emphasis on this type of enrichment that gives our reading and math and the monitoring children a chance at success." Du Sable High School and Farren Elmentary School, 4934 S. Wabash participants in Mayor Daley's 1995 system was one of the reasons Mollison had Michael Brownstein, teacher at Summer Jobs Program learn horticulture techniques from Chicago Park District professionals and plant shown such great growth on standardized Mollison and writer for South Street shrubs in the 3 1/2 acres between Du Sable and Farren Schools. The Outdoor Learning Center is being testing. Journal told the group about the ten developed by the Chicago Cluster Initiative and the Landscape Architecture Foundation. Joining Kerr, Daley, and St. James were thousand dollar Amoco Leadership four teachers with successful programs they Award to offer enrichment for special as national model. have implemented at the school. St. James needs children. Furthermore he showed Seeks High Schoolers for Nominees must; attend public, private or told the reporters it was this innovative and the group the new video library from the parochial school in Cook County; demonstrate lead­ enriching environment which had helped Associaltion of Crafts and Creative New Leadership Program Industries. Lastly he showed an African ership and volunteerism through school, community, make Mollison so successful. High School juniors may apply for Future Leaders instrument bought with monies from an religious or similar organizations; work well in a Loma Bradley, a kindergarten teacher, Chicago Program, recognizing volunteer achieve­ Oppenheimer Famly Foundation grant. diverse group; be interested in developing leader­ told about the gardening program she has ments of outstanding high school juniors to build ship skills; and have permission to participate from initiated in the school's atrium. Bradley "This is an excellent school," Daley leadership skills and encourage community involve­ their principal. complimented the mayor on the city ser­ said. "It shows what we can do. It shows ment. where we can go." Students may be nominated by community organi­ vices which helped to make the project a Sponsored by The Chicago Community Trust, zations and institutions, high school principals and success. Earlier in the year she received a "Mollison shows us inner city schools Golden Apple Foundation, Leadership of Greater educators, employers, religious leaders or them­ five hundred dollar grant from a national can work," concluded St. James. "We Chicago, Ronald McDonald Children's Charities selves. No nominations will be accepted after the gardening association. will want to replicate what is happening and Voices for Illinois Children, the program's first deadline. Wilma Hansen told the mayor about a here throughout the district. Inner city class will consist of 30 students who reflect the di­ In October, 60 finalists will submit written narra­ new writing program the school was going children can learn. Mollison proves it." versity of the community. The Chicago Community tives on their interests and background and will be Trust will accept nominations until Friday, Sept. interviewed individually by the selection committee. LIARNING is FUN IN 29, 1995. In November, The Chicago Community Trust will Museum Of Science & From December 1995 through May 1996, this announce the members of the first Future Leaders WASHINGTON PARK select group will spend one day a month learning Industry New Exhibition Chicago class. by Shaakira Alexander how community problems affect Chicago and To request a nomination form or for more infor­ and Donna Marshall "R&D 100 "Highlighting the 100 best meeting with prominent business, philanthropic, mation, please contact Doris Adelstein, Future During August, youth of the Wash­ government and religious leaders. The students also inventions and inventors of 1995, the "R&D Leader Chicago project director, The Chicago Com­ ington Park attend Cecilia Butler's will be paired with a professional mentor whose 100" exhibition always has something to open munity Trust, 222 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60601, first Summer Academy. The purpose career demonstrates leadership. The pilot program your eyes. For 26th year, R&D (Research and 312-372-3356. was to have fun, and at the same time, Deelopment) Magazine will sponsor this will encourage leadership and commitment to serve learn about the community. It was exhibition at the Museum, Kicking it off with held at the Washington Park Empow­ a tour for winning inventors and will sponsor WHO EVER SAID BEING A This self-help group meets weekly for two hours erment Center at 55th Street. this exhibition at the Museum. Among the PARENT IS EASY? at a location convenient to its members Child Care The first week was about genealogy is provided at no cost during the meetings. winning inventions for the year are a DNA- For parents who sometimes feel at the end of their and family history'. The main focus of The Illinois Parents Anonymous Office is a based anti counterfeit marking system, a rope and those who worry that they may take it out week 1 was for the summer academy service of Children's Home and Aid Society of tabletop system for detecting bacteria in fook, on their kids, support is available through Parents to accompany Ms. Butler to Good Illinois,. and a robotic arm used by utility line repair Anonymous. Through Parents Anonymous, parents Shepherd Church to interview a group technicians. Call (312) 649-7301 if you have any questions of Senior Citizens. find support and learn parenting techniques. about Parents Anonymous. The second week was "Know Your Community Week." We visited many sites: Larado Taft Fountain of Time Ulysses S. Grant Rock, Harold Washington Monument, and the Ar­ mory Base. During the second week, we also visited Alderman Arenda Troutman's office, State Rep. Howard Kenner's, the DuSable Museum, and the 51st St. Police Station. The third week was "Health Week," we visited Provident Hospital, where we had a discussion on Sex, AIDS, and Rape Prevention. The fourth week was "Water Week." We took a boat, ride at the Locks-and Dams Headquar­ ters. We also visited the Historical Society, the Shedd Aquarium, and Lincoln Park Zoo. Our last week was spent doing NORMAN'S Operation 2nd Chancy $ things in leisure. We visited the South $ RECORDS Shore Cultural Center, and we walked ret your GED and Job Skills @ The ONLY RECORD SHOP along Lake Michigan. Lincoln Challenge © The month, has allowed youth to On 35th Street aLL THE LATEST hITS! R&B, Jazz, Rock, Blues Gospel, Rap, house and learn more about the community. Not ft 6 - 18 year olds onlyl ® to hang out on the streets. Even 17 months in Rantoul Illinois (All expenses Paid!!) ® More! CD's. LPs. TAPES though we didn't have anyone to spon­ O sor us we still had a good time. 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Samm-Art Loaded down with the five T-shirts, books, paintings, with Aldermen and a in Washington Park ice-cream and soft drinks, this was the first time Oak Park­ Williams opens "Taste" ers, William and Jackie Ivy and there two-year old son the 1995-96 Lake Meadows Apartment celebrates Full of a Learning, But a Trevor visited the Festival. William was astounded by the the end of summer with its first "Taste of Question of Admission Fee "massiveness" of the event. He was pleased to see that the Chicago Theatre Lake Meadows, "Saturday, Sept. 16, Festival "was so well-organized." Company Season from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. WV103's By Karen Brazil-Breashers Officer Barbara Pillows of the African American Police Staff Writer Woodlawn-The Chicago Herb Kent, "the cool gent," will be on League praised the Festival. Officer Pillows, who provided Theatre Company (CTC) The grounds of the DuSable Museum were crowd- hand to host the party in the BIG tent security, stated that the Festival "was full every day and opens its 1995-96 season packed with the young old, and in-between laughing, eat­ starting at 1:00 p.m. everyone enjoyed themselves and it would be better next with Samm-Art Williams' ing, buying, and dancing at the Sixth Annual African The days festivities include taste treats, year." delightful play "HOME" Arts Festival throughout the Labor Day weekend. dancing, contests and carnival-style fun. directed by Phillip Vanlear. Vendors sold jewelry, books, art, clothing, African*; A canine show, clown face painting a Performances are musical instruments, wood sculptures and food. Pa­ fire truck and Chicago's mounted police September 22 through trons were also treated to a dazzling fashion show, an will be available for children to enjoy. November 19 at the at exciting film festival and educational seminars. These activities are sponsored by Parkway Playhouse, 500 E. With perfect weather musicians played reggae, ska, Alderman Madeline Haithcock (2), a 67th Street. resident of Lake Meadows, who assisted jazz, gospel, hip-hop, and the blues. The Festival CTC is the only with the festival organization. Also, opened at 11 a.m. on Friday with libations for the professional African- Alderman Toni Preckwinkle (4) ancestors and closed Friday evening with Black American Equity theater on supported the entertainment including Uhuru. Festival patrons came from nearby suburbs to the south side of Chicago. 'pony rides, a dunk tank and other games. Hyde Parkers Rosalind Burbank and her granddaugh­ CTC is member of the Connie's, Scotch Poppin and Shore's X- ter Devon, who took photographs and had a peacock League of Chicago Theaters Press will be among the food providers. on painted her face . and produces in accordance Other companies will be giving away Everyone was not pleased with the Festival. Ven­ with Actors' Equity coupons or special offers, including dor Angboeki Doe complained that the "admission Association Chicago Area Kentucky Fried Chicken, Car X Muffler, fee would prevent many African Americans from Theaters contract. Funding Meyers Ace Hardware, Rick-O-Benes attending." Doe added that "if the purpose of the for this production is and Artists Cafe. Festival was to expose the community to African provided by grants form the Lake Meadows residential community culture, the admission fee would prevent this." National Endowment for consist of more than 5,000 residents According to Doe, "the vendors agreed to pay a the Arts, the City of features award-winning landscaping, an higher fee for space to avoid charging for admission Chicago Department of elementary school, 225,000-square-foot but the organizers charged the admission anyway." Cultural Affairs, and the shopping mall and a public park. For Doe vowed that he "would not return to Festival next Illinois Arts Council, a state more information about the "Taste of vear. A patron and vendor taking part of the Sixth Annual African agency. Lake Meadows" call 312-842-7333. Over looking the addmission fee of $12 for a fam­ Arts Festival throughout the Labor Day weekend. Call 312-493-5360 for ily, Lake Meadows residents Willie and Deborah tickets and information.

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Real Estate Transactions Housing Expo to Help Buff Bronzeville Grand Boulevard-Sometimes you can Planning and Development Commission. in the find an old treasure, polish it up, and it is The Bronzeville Housing Workshop and more lovely and more than ever before. Expo will feature hundreds of participants ReadersMid-Sout: Listed below arhe propert Communitiey transfers in South Street Journal'ss circulation area (Generally on page 18). The historic Bronzeville community and is perfect for the first time home according to the latest report released by Jesse White, Cook County Recorder of Deeds. For your convenience near Kenwood, also known as Grand buyer or those interested in rehabbing or transfer listings are organized by community. Display of the "=" symbol next to a listing indicates that information supplied on the State Real Estate Transfer Declaration may be incomplete or incorrect. South Street Journal will Boulevard and commonly referred to as remodeling a residence. publish this information in each issue. "The Black Metropolis " of the first half Specialists from every aspect of the to this century, is beginning to regain its housing industry will be presenting work­ Community/Address Rec'd Date Sale Price Woodlawn luster. shops on subjects such as personal credit 6817 South Cliamplaiii, Gertrude Carter to Ferrell and Deborah Wilson 8-17 65,000 The Mid-South Planning and Develop­ recovery, home financing options, post 6335 South Evans, Mattie M. Battiste To Dwight Anderson 6-20 78,800 ment Commission is continuing the purchase counseling,and rehabbing or 6551 South Rhodes, Paul Williams To Florine Monroe 7-13 56.000 restoration of the resilient community that remodeling tips. Over one hundred ven­ 6144A South Greenwood Avenue, Renaissance/Thrush Joint Venture To Cassandra White 6-22 144,000 once boasted regular visitors such as Duke dors will be on hand to discuss and in­ 6527 South Evans, Dolores C. Adkins To Frederick D. Pickens 7-26 50,000 Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Scott Joplin, form home buyers on topics ranging from 6649-51 S. Rhodes, Rochelle Everly & Steve Scott 7-28 125,000 400-408 E. 63rd. St., Saleh Almied to Yehye Mohamed 8-10 145,000 Nat "King" Cole, and Muddy Waters building material supplies to home loan Kenwood among others, by holding a Housing appraisals. 4900 South Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago Timothy L. Porter To Stewart A. Taylor 7-24 625,000 Workshop and Expo. It will be held on The Housing Workshop and Expo will 4716 Drexel, Chicago, Fleming and Caldwell To John Marks Sr. and * 7-25 110,000 Saturday, September 23rd from 8:30 am to shed more light on the Bronzeville com­ 1412 E. 48th Street, Chicago, Kenwood Gateway & Micheal A. Nance 7-28 314,057 5:00 pm at the Illinois histitute of Tech­ munity's efforts to make a popular com­ 7-14 300,500 1414 East 48th Street, Chicago, Kenwood Gateway Limited Partnership To Rory A. Gilbert nology Herman Hall, 3241 S. Federal munity saying come true: "What was, will 4800 South Lake Shore Drive, Unit 1112S. Avis L. Sampson To Ralph Moore 7-26 182,000 Hyde Park Street. The event is free to the public. be." Elaine Edwards, Mid-south Planning 5643 S. Harper Avenue, J. Michael Amrein and Petra H. Amrein To Georgre W. Searles and Robyn 8-23 223,000 Valerie Jarrett, the City of Chicago's and Development Commission Housing Searles Commissioner of Planning and Develop­ Event chair said, "the Restoring 5431 S. Cornell Ave. Unit 2 Shereen Taylor Sturgill & Michael E. Sturgill to Phillip J. Neva L. Hefner 8-14 142,000 ment, will be the keynote speaker. Bronzeville' plan continues to add to its 5115 S. Kimbark Ave., Unit 3 South, Terrance Calloway to Donna Rushing 8-15 80,000 "Commissioner Jarrett will be speaking already many accomplishments such as 1024-2E. 52nd Street, Cole Taylor, To Joseph and Ester Tuggle 8-23 63.836 8-15 74,500 about the redevelopment of Chicago's the ongoing renovation of the Historic Unit 1042-S, 1400 E. 55th PL, Carolyn Cannichael to Vickie Minifield Chicago Bee Building, renovation of the 5135 S. Kenwood, Unit 606, Mary siiepard F/K/A Mary S. Muchus to Osman T. Webb II and Debra 8-3 50,000 Southside as a holistic community, and A. Jolinson the potential for Greater Grand Boulevard Chicago transit Authority's Greenline 1363 E. 55th Place, Brian A. Gerrish and Dawn Deries to Michael P. Klein and M. Priscilla Short and 8-3 246,000 to be among the best neighborhoods in the Elevated line, and community sponsorship Klein city," said Ms. Pat Dowell-Cerasoli, of human development programs for 90,000 5300 S. Shore Drive, Unit 52, James T. Ellerbe to Yvonne Collins 8-23 231,594 Executive Director of the Mid South families and children." #3709, 1700 E. 56th St., 56th and Hyde Park Partnership to Agnes D. Lattimer 8-14 8-10 55,000 5300 S. Shore Drive, #91, Yvonne Collins to James Ellerbe Continued from page I 8-15 146,000 5300 S. Shore Drive, #502-04, Daniel Luchins to Phillip J. & Carol J. Montag 8-3 138,000 Store Owner 824 . 52nd Street, Zelda Matthews to Donnie Von Moore and Denise Von Moore 8-22 132.000 5201 S. Cornell, #4E, Mark and Sabrina Olsen To Phyllis Harris 63rd Street El 8-14 65,000 Balks at Street 5035 S. Drexel Blvd, Unit J, Patricia Nelson to Samuel Dorsey 8-17 84.000 5132 S. Drexel, Eleanor Carter to Karen Carradine been." Grand Boulevard The proposal was first brought to the Closure due to El 7-14 67,500 4545 South St. Lawerence, Chicago, American National Bank To Pearlie Jones Woodlawn community a year ago at a forum 8-9 92,000 4807 S. Prairie Byron W. Powers to Roger Smith 7-17 72,000 sponsored by Aid. Arenda Troutman where Work 660-62 East 51st Street, Unit 3 A, Chicago, Chicago Title and Trust Company To Odessa L. Truvillion 6-23 258,500 a slide presentation was presented by Rev. Washington Park-As the Greenline re- 4475 South Oakenwald, Chicago Daniele Development Company, Inc. To Marilyn D. Jackson 6-23 64,500 Brazier. Since that time Rev. Brazier, told habitation is taking place on the east 654 East 50th Place, Chicago Bonnie J. Clark To Andre A. Flowers 6-27 120,000 South Street Journal (8/24/95 issue) "I think end, store owners have experience 44361 South Greenwood, Unit 2N, Chicago John A. Beckett To James T. Breckenridge 6-28 735,000 4849 South Ellis, Chicago EMC Mortgage Corporation To Cortez Tucker and Gina Dieudonne Tucker it is very important for the continuing re­ interruption in business, hi one case development of the Woodlawn community. Top Value, owner said he was to the Fuller Park 3-31 .50,000 5605 South Princeton, SKM Inc. To Richard Orr, Jr. 4-7 50,000 It is impossible to redevelop 63rd Street point of closing down to avoid losing 5616 South Princeton, SKM Inc. To Victor Green under the shadow of that El. Between any more money. Oakland 210,000 Cottage Grove and Dorchester there is no Top Value located at 63rd and 4513 S. Oakenwald Parade Partners By Bafcor, Inc as Part NCA to Mr. T. Palmer 8-22 station to catch the train, it serves no Calumet was block off from all traffic, Englewood 125,000 except an alley. "I received no 4640 South Emerald. Maywood Proviso Bank to Jerome M. Garastik and Doreen M. Gralewski 4-3 purpose to the community." Last year CTA officials told South Street assistance from no one, until repeatedly Washington Park 105,000 5212 S. King Drie Nathaniel Reed To Haroon Ali and Sheila Ali 8-23 60,000 Journal, that it is counter productive of the phone calls were made." said the 6846 S. Calumet Charles S. Childs, Jr. to* 8-10 35,000 community for CTA to plan million of dol­ owner. "Eventually, the alderman (20) 5742 S. Indiana Ave., William & Beatrice Lockridge to Eloise Hunt 8-11 46,250 lars in repairing the El ($9 million), now office made arrangements to make 6120 S. Rhodes, Chicago Title and Trust Company to Erik Barnes and Levi Jenkins 8-18 the community want it demolished. How- Calumet Ave. a two way street to ever, presently CTA officials said they are following accommodate my customers." the lead of the Alderman. A lead Butler says she CTA official said the work was an believe the Alderman will listen to the longest cry, on over sight not informing the businesses the number of people and the number of votes she can of the street block off, and will be count. finished in that area in about another CTA stated that public hearings must be made in two weeks. order for the Federal Transit Administration to take a hi addition CTA said in the wake of U3 position. That will set the tone with the city and CTA. Top Value, and they are doing all As groups in favor of the demolition, seemly has the possible to make the El work We make the "LOAN" you want! alderman support, McNeal said, "I don't think the convenient for the residents and store community is totally in favor of the El demolition. " owners as much as possible. He went on to say "There must be hearings and community input in a major decision such as this and added "However, "there would be a this is why will are having this meeting to look at *™g£ argument to allow the El to run alternative plans." if the Dorchester station were reopened. •AUTO LOANS (new and used) Butler insisted that alternative plans Working on demolition for some time, Rev. Brazier neet to •SMALL BUSINESS LOANS said. "New single family homes could be built", and * ^ development. "We need to u7are7wou7bVm^ He create our own, that's a better way to •STUDENT LOANS spent $13 million. •PERSONAL LOANS Hughes f]_[ Accounting & Tax

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Finance Expo 1995 "Shop-In" September 29 - 30th. The newly formed 47th Street Merchants The T&J Poulty owner, Mr. Turner Association is planning it's first project for feature and be offering special chicken wings for the development of the business Strip. A .89 cent lb. and a free cup of coffee. "We community "Shop In". are proud of the quality of meats Mr. Turner Realizing the need to promote and educate has offered to the community" said 47th St. the community in shopping on one of the MA president Mary Jordan. main business strips of the Mid-South Presently the association meets every other communities, the association will be seeking Tuesday. The next meeting will be held on organizations and residents support at the September 26, 7:30 pm at the 113 Club Shop In for T&J Poulty Mart, 112 E. 47th meeting room, 113 East 47th Street. Street on Street Fridav and Saturday, For information call 924-0461 or 538-3200.

JHJ gHj'EHJ. ML SSI S»J ll!L ML ML M!i ML ML ML ML ML ML ML ML ML ML Mil ML 1 ML There's No Business Like Small Business". More than 1,000 people visited more than 3(5 exhibitors ML MEGA Center's First Annual Small Business Finance Expo at Navy Pier. Hundreds of attended also #5V ARE YOU TIRED OF learned about how to effectively obtain financing and grow their businesses. ML ML At the breakfast panel discussion, "Small Business Survival in the 90's," moderated by Robert Reed,, discussed the challenges and opportunities confronting small businesses. Don Jackson (far RENTING? f£ left) tells entrepreneurs of challenges he has faced as a small business owner and how they can attempt to overcome obstacles to grow their own businesses. To his right sit fellow panelists, Ms Patricia Ewert, president/CEO of Joseph Electronics, who was the Illinois Small Business Person of ML the Year in 1995; Stephen R. Johnson.Vice-president of development for the MEGA Center, William LOOKING FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP C. Hunter,senior vice president and director of research for The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago; Hedy Ratner, co-director of the the Women's Business Development Center; Edward G. Gardner, OPPORTUNITIES? CEO of Soft Sheen Products, Inc.; and Authur Velaquez.president of Central City Productions, Inc. .,.^ and executive producer of the "Minority Business Report."; Moderator Robert Reed editor of Mm Crain's Small Businessis standing at the podium.)

MED Week "95" Celebration Set For Sept. 20 i& The Minority Enterprise Development Council, The event will begin with four concurrent forum Inc. will host its "MED Week 95" (Minority En­ presentations. The forums will cover affirmative terprise Development Week) Celebration on action and other issues relevant to minority en­ September 20 at Navy Pier. The theme of this trepreneurs. HKENATONC.D.CS year's event is Minority Business: Building The awards luncheon will honor entrepreneurs America's Future Through Economic Growth and in the categories from High-Tech, Manufacturing, LEASE/PURCHASE PROGRAM Job Creation. Wholesale, Service, Advocate and Retailer of the ML PUTS HOMEOWNERSHIP Year. The Council will also present scholarships Co-Chairs are Doris Davenport, executive di­ ML rector of the Commercial Division of Operation to students who have completed exceptional ^ E? WITHIN YOUR REACH PUSH; and Paul Gibson, minority business advo­ business projects. cate for the Illinois Department of Commerce and MED Week was first proclaimed in 1983. The CONTACT CHERYL HARRIS AT (312) 924-3997 Community Affairs. celebrations culminate with a national MED MED Week also provides an opportunity for Week conference and White House Ceremony. FOR MORE INFORMATION ML minority entrepreneurs to develop new business The official national celebration will be held IS. J&X .^\. ^TV ^8^. .^N. J&!K ^\. J&ZK ^\ ^V ^fcv ^X J&CV ^V ^fc\. ^\ J83»N. ^T*. ^?V -#X. leads, increase market arenas, and new growth September 24-27 in the nation's Capitol. »l mm ML ML ML ML mm ML ML ML ML ML mm ML ML ML ML ML mm Mm mm I potential through participation in business fo­ For more information on "MED Week 95 rums, networking opportunities and awards pre­ "contact Doris Davenport at 312/373-3366. sentations. City Begins The War On Rats Campaign ThE BmTE'KiTchEN CoivipANy Brite Kitchen cabinetry is designed for today's lifestyles, yet reflects the warmth and tradition of an earlier time with the perfect blend of form and function, Brite has solid wood raised panel doors skillfully carved with a soft graceful arch to give you striking good looks you'll love now and years from now. Brite Kitchen cabinets feature adjustable shelves, dove tail drawers and roll­ out trays which are easily adapted to meet your ever-changing storage needs. Give your new kitchen timeless appeal with Brite Kitchen City inspector Otis Garner tickets an unsanitary alley and overflowing dumpster cabinetry. near 50th & Wabash as part of Mayor Richard M. Daley's war on rats. The tickets (which carry a fine of at least $200) are being issued citywide where disposal areas WE FEATURE: violate health codes, according to streets & Sanitation Commisioner Eileen Carey. • All cabinet styles & finishes Continued from page J Mid-South Businesses Tax • Special wood selections Oak - Maple - Hickory - Ash - Cherry Superstation Incentives for the which we work for and are • Design/build services part of." Empowerment Zones Kitchens - Baths - R$om additions As well as a brand new The City of Chicago is offering those businesses in its .4 platform, elevator, and esca­ Empowerment Zone several taxes incentives including: • Free home estimates lators, say so. One resident *an employer wage credit of up to $3,000 for wages and and "It's good to know that certain training expenses for a qualified zone resident • We sell nothing but quality cabinets at we can be involved." *A deduction (instead of Depreciation of up to $37,500 of an affordable price "Transportation was the Cabinets - Entertainment centers the cost of certain qualified zone property in the year it's cornerstone for building this Desks - Tables - China cabinets great city, from the Chicago placed in service and Gun cabinets River, to the stockyards, to *A new tax facility exempt bond financing. OTIare Airport, why can't The Empowerment Zone for the Mid-South communities transportation do it for the generally effects businesses from: North to South; 22nd NO INTEREST FINANCING AVAILABLE! community" says Troutman. Street to 63 rd Street, West and East; Shields Street to the 8 Ft. Oak BmTE KiTchEN CoivipANy The new station promises Lake (excluding Hyde Park). to attract a massive increase was $Z 230 400 W. 76th Street For more information on Chicago's empowerment zone tax S of ridership on the Green Chicago, IL 60620 Line, once* it is reopened, incentives, call the hotline at 744-2222. Now! $1s3EO (312)873-5600 Scheduled Janurary 1, 1996. South Street Journal September 7 - October 4,1995 19 RENTERS Legal Notice LOOKING mmm African American Slave Descendants TYPING SERVICE You are hereby notified that you may qualify to Typing service also professional editing and writing m receive land and money because of international - college papers, resumes, application, scripts, book FOR A legal action on you behalf. If you desire information proposals, self publishing 288-0797 on your right to receive compensation you may call RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS 1-900-285-5858. 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APARTMENTS Licensed or will train qualified individuals. Top available now for immediate move-in! One PER50N MONDAY TO Notch Sales Training provided, Advance and As bdrm. start at $350.00. Two and Three AVAILABLE FRIDRY earned contracts Available Full lines/High bdrms available! Section 8 and Senior Office Open Commission-Leads Provided,for more information Citizens are welcome. Near Hyde Park and From 10 am to 6pm call Ebonee Insurance Agency (312)509-4996. Chatham areas available. Large stores for 235 East 35th Street Advertising Sales rent also. Communitas Realty call (312) CLOSE PROXIMITY TO The South Street Journal is seeking a person for in Chicago Illinois 288-7400. advertising sales on an entry level. The emphasis of 77th and Marshfield, 2 Bedroom, One LOOP AND PUBLIC To find someone or some­ this position is on support for our outside sales so and half mo. sec. $450 mo., 874-8462 thing. Or to offer a ser­ you should be a detail-oriented individual who is ROOMS FOR RENT TRANSPORTATION vice . Help/Work Wanted Legal highly motivated, has a sense in advertising, is well- Services Notices Birth An­ organized, creative and can work well with others. Newly decorated rooms for rent starting at ALL NEW nouncement ,Business You must have a reliable, insured vehicle. Some $59.00 per week for single and $75.00 APPLIANCES opportunities, Personal familiarity with computers would be most helpful. double T.V. and Phone come to 409 E. Ads, Real Estate Services, To be considered send your resume outlining your Oakwook or call 312-536-6000. Auto Sales goals and your qualifications in complete confidence BUYERS / SELLERS to Ron Carter, Publisher, South Street Journal Thinking of Buying and/or Selling a home or 2-4 South Street Journal 4305 S. King Drive Chicago, Illinois 60653 Contact Cheryll Harris at unit building? 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