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JULY 15 ■ BOOKS: In ‘Embracing Change,” Friday 87˚ the two-time mayor reflects on his life Weekend A uthor talk with Janet Tronstad DATE: Saturday, July 15 as a Cuban immigrant. at a Glance TIME: 12 pm LOCATION: Downey City Library By Alex Dominguez SaturdayFriday 6890˚⁰ Staff Writer JULY 16 Twitter: @AADwrites Miss West Coast Pageant Sunday 87˚ DOWNEY – You’d be hard- 70⁰ DATE: Sunday, July 16 pressed to find someone in the Saturday TIME: 4 pm City of Downey who doesn’t know LOCATION: Downey Theatre the name Mario Guerra. Once described as “Downey’s THINGS TO DO JULY 18 biggest cheerleader,” the former Gangs Out of Downey meeting mayor can often be found out DATE: Tuesday, July 18 in the community fraternizing TIME: 7:40 am with friend and stranger alike, or sitting on the bench at the corner LOCATION: City Hall (2nd floor) of Downey Avenue and 2nd Street with a good cigar in hand. JULY 19 Yet there is a fair amount of Downey Sister Cities meeting back story included in the saga of Miss West Coast Pageant DATE: Wednesday, July 19 this particular mainstay Downey Sunday - Downey Theatre, 4 pm TIME: 6 pm resident. Watch as women compete for the LOCATION: Downey Library in politics, in business and my own of his successes, mistakes and Downey.” Guerra’s new book, “Embracing faith journey.” struggles, which he hopes can title of Miss West Coast. More than “Embracing Change: An Change: An Immigrant Saga,” is provide insight and inspiration. $100,000 in scholarships and prizes to Concerts in the Park: The Wiseguys the autobiographical story of the The book touches on several Immigrant Saga” can be found at be awarded. elements in Guerra’s life including “It talk’s about this 6-year-old Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and DATE: Wednesday, July 19 life, faith, and lessons learned of family, faith, business, and politics. immigrant that came on one of most major booksellers.” TIME: 7 pm a once 6-year-old Cuban boy on the first freedom flights to being Furman Park one of the first “Viaje De Libertad” While the book is Guerra’s The book was edited by Eric LOCATION: mayor of the city that put people (Freedom Flights). own personal life story, he also Pierce, who was hired by Guerra to on the moon,” said Guerra. “It’s says that it reflects the journey do so independently and separate JULY 24 Guerra’s initial motivation for just a big contrast on that.” the book may seem a bit morbid that many immigrants endure. of his role at the Downey Patriot. Prismatic Magic Extravaganza Guerra’s daughter Haley says if not outright spooky; no man “Embracing change has been Proceeds from the book will DATE: Monday, July 24 the book reflects “The Mario that in his immediate family has lived one of the mantras of my family, be donated to local veterans 4 pm people don’t know.” TIME: past the age of 60, and he turns and that’s why I called it that,” said organizations, Guerra said. Meet the Author LOCATION: Downey Theatre 59 next year. Guerra. “It’s been the mantra for “A lot of people know the Saturday - Downey Library, 12 pm A public book launch party is every refugee, for every immigrant politics of Mario already,” she said. “I started writing this as a way scheduled for Thursday, July 27, at Meet romance author Janet Tronstad who’s ever come [to the US].” “What I want to stress is there’s a at the Downey City Library. JULY 26 to kind of leave a bit of family 5 p.m. at the Columbia Memorial lot more to it that is relatable to Concerts in the Park: Downey history,” said Guerra. “But then on Guerra says that his book Space Center. people who don’t know him as Symphony the way through it I thought why contains recollections of some just the mayor, city councilman in DATE: Wednesday, July 26 not [include] lessons I’ve learned TIME: 7 pm LOCATION: Furman Park

JULY 27 Brookshire Avenue to receive million-dollar Mario Guerra book launch DATE: Thursday, July 27 facelift Lowrider Show TIME: 6 pm DOWNEY – The Downey City Council on Tuesday awarded a $1.087 Saturday - Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet, 10 am to 5 pm LOCATION: Columbia Memorial million construction contract for road repairs on Brookshire Avenue. Space Center Hundreds of lowriders and custom Segments of Brookshire -- between Florence Avenue and Firestone bikes, plus DJ’s and live music. Boulevard, and Imperial Highway and Gardendale Street -- will receive $1.50 admission. JULY 30 a noticeable face-lift, including new asphalt pavement; repairs of Dance is Life curbs, gutters, sidewalks and driveway approaches; and new pavement markings. DATE: Sunday, July 30 TIME: 6:30 pm Once repairs are completed, Brookshire Avenue between Imperial LOCATION: Downey Theatre and Florence will be designated a Class III bicycle route, although there will be no dedicated bicycle lanes. AUGUST 5 Work is expected to begin in August and be completed this Concerts in the Park: A Salute to November. Santana Gabriel Iglesias Orange-based R.J. Noble Company was the lowest of eight bidders Friday - OC Fair, 8 pm DATE: Saturday, Aug. 5 and received the project contract. TIME: 5 pm Fluffy Guy opens the OC Fair as part LOCATION: Golden Park By Eric Pierce, editor of his FluffyMania World Tour. Show tickets includes admission to the fair. Photo by Alex Dominguez Hot Havana Nights DATE: Saturday, Aug. 5 FROM OUR Facebook TIME: 6:30 pm LOCATION: Elks Lodge Street repairs on Brookshire Avenue AUGUST 12 Smart Gardening workshop Bartolo Joseph: I hope they don’t install those islands in DATE: Saturday, Aug. 12 the middle of the road with TIME: 9:30 am trees and stuff. LOCATION: Wilderness Park Diane Flores: Just in time when it’s back to school..... AUGUST 19 traffic and more traffic Rocket Fever Joeanna Quinteros: DATE: Saturday, Aug. 19 Brookshire isn’t even that TIME: 10 am bad. I’ve seen some horrible LOCATION: Columbia Memorial residential streets that could really use the makeover Space Center Reach us on Facebook at: OCTOBER 13 Facebook.com/DowneyPatriot Elvis Tribute DATE: Friday, Oct. 13 Downey blues rock band RMB will be releasing their debut The Wiseguys Big Band Machine, an 18-piece ensemble album later this month. TWEET OF THE WEEK TIME: 8 pm that plays everthings from swing to swank, will perform The album, called “Sober Soul,” will be released at a LOCATION: Downey Theatre @CarolKearnsLA: #KBHomes Wednesday at Furman Park, part of the city of Downey’s release party on July 15 at 8 p.m. at At the Top in Long summer concerts in the park series. are lined up like shoeboxes OCTOBER 29 Beach. & only 3 ft from Paramount. Eligible residents age 50 and older, along with two Dia de los Muertos The release party will feature performances by several Where are patios, balconies, companions, can receive free bus transportation to the bands, including fellow Downey band New American. DATE: Sunday, Oct. 29 concert. Riders must provide proof of age and residency. gardens for quality of life? TIME: 11 am Tickets to the event are $13 or $10 presale at bit.ly/ For details, call (562) 904-7215. Follow us! LOCATION: Downey Theatre rmbtickets. The event is 21 and over. @DowneyPatriot 2 | The Downey Patriot Thursday, July 13, 2017

Mario Guerra’s story is book material

■ BOOKS: The autobiography of speaking strictly as a writer and Downey’s two-time former mayor journalist, his candid personality didn’t happen overnight. was an interviewer’s best friend. I also got to know another side to Guerra, one not typically By Eric Pierce seen by the average citizen. Editor It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon in the fall of 2015 when I got a panicked phone call from DOWNEY – Mario Guerra my mom. She was working as a was a community volunteer long live-in nurse to an elderly woman before he ventured into local who was near death. A devoutly politics, but his election to the Dave Dodge of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife religious woman, she insisted Downey City Council in 2006 visited Wednesday’s meeting of Downey Los Amigos Kiwanis where on receiving her last rites before transformed him from ordinary taking her final breath. he spoke of local and statewide efforts to cohabitate with coyotes, family man and Little League which are increasingly losing their fear of humans. There was little time to spare. president into a bona fide public “Embracing Change: An Immigrant Saga” is an Priests from the local Catholic According to Dodge, coyotes typically travel in families and stay figure, and his propensity for the autobiography of former Downey mayor Mario Guerra. close to food sources. In fact, coytoes are known to stay within a spotlight cemented his image as churches were in the middle of quarter-mile of their last meal. an outspoken – and sometimes Sunday services, so my mom brash – politician. asked if Guerra – an ordained that, frankly, saved the Gangs Out Born in Cuba, Guerra arrived Over-development is destroying coyotes’ natural resources, deacon and chaplain with the of Downey toy drive from being in the United States at just six driving them into urban neighborhoods. With no natural predators in For someone with as much Downey Police Department – a total disaster. He made the years old in the first wave of the suburbs, coytoes can live up to seven years; their biggest threat energy as Guerra, the job of city might be willing to visit for a donation from his personal bank “Freedom Flights” fleeing Fidel are vehicles and disease, such as heartworm. council member suited him well. prayer. I told her I’d ask. account and with zero fanfare. He Castro’s iron-fisted dictatorship. If you belong to a Neighborhood had to be talked into posing for a He spoke no English and lived in Dodge urged residents to protect their pets by keeping them on Guerra answered the phone Watch group, chances are good photograph a week later. a cramped 1-bedroom apartment a leash outdoors and keeping a watchful eye on them, even in the with his familiar, “Hey, big guy, Guerra attended your first with 11 other family members. He backyard. Coytoes are capable of scaling 10-ft. walls. how you doing?” He sounded For several years Guerra meeting. Guerra published his endured unspeakable tragedies, relaxed and happy; I heard the pitched me on the idea of Residents should also eliminate food sources, including garbage, personal phone number in the including the deaths of four family distinct sound of children’s helping him write a book, but Downey Patriot, and at council members in a plane crash over cat food, fallen fruit and compost piles. laughter in the background. I hesitated for several reasons, meetings he showed the same Long Beach (Guerra had been not the least of which was I’ve “If coyotes are given access to human food and garbabe, their passion for multi-million dollar I apologized for interrupting scheduled to be on that flight). never collaborated on a book behavior changes. They lose caution and fear,” Dodge said. “They redevelopment projects as he did his Sunday afternoon and before. The thought of writing the Despite these obstacles, may cause property damage. They might threaten human safety. plans to fix potholes. explained the situation. Despite personal story of another man’s Guerra earned a college degree, They might be killed. having just arrived with his wife Guerra sang Downey’s praises life – literally from birth to present started his own insurance agency, at a family birthday party, Guerra “Relocating a problem coyote is not an option because it only everywhere he went, earning him – was overwhelming. raised a family, became a deacon, dropped everything and made moves the problem to someone else’s neighborhood,” he added. the nickname “Downey’s Biggest created two foundations, ran himself available. Also, the timing wasn’t right. Cheerleader” from former mayor for public office, and eventually Coyotes don’t typically attack humans, although there have been As long as Guerra remained on David Gafin. He personally made He didn’t ask who the woman became mayor of his hometown. reports of adults being bitten after feeding a coyote. the City Council, it wouldn’t be the 5,000-mile trip to Roscommon was, or which church she attended, appropriate to collaborate on The journalist in me saw a In California, the last human death attributed to a coyote occurred County, Ireland – the birthplace or even if she was Catholic. All he a book while simultaneously story. in 1981, when a coyote attacked and killed a 2-year-old girl. of John Gately Downey – to sign asked was the woman’s address, covering him as a journalist. sister-city papers. because all he saw was a person Once Guerra was off city But Guerra’s oversized in need. But perhaps most importantly, council and firmly in the grasps of I wanted no part in writing a book civilian life, I agreed to help with personality also made him a Guerra arrived at the home that wouldn’t be taken seriously by the book. The result is “Embracing lightning rod for criticism. He within 30 minutes, and the elderly the public. Was this going to be a Change: An Immigrant Saga,” sometimes sparred with residents woman died that same evening. real memoir – a book that people published by Archway. at council meetings, and was the She died with her soul at peace. would want to purchase and enjoy target of critics who accused him The ultimate compliment There are other instances – or just a vanity project? of turning a blind eye to Downey’s would be for someone to read the too. In 2010, I was interviewing “cultural inertia.” The more I chatted with book and come away enlightened, Guerra about his re-election Guerra, the more I realized his or possibly entertained. It’s the Through my time as editor plans at the Coffee Bean on vision for the book was sincere. same goal I set with the Downey of the Downey Patriot, I grew to Firestone Boulevard when we In fact, “Embracing Change: An Patriot every week. know Guerra pretty well. And were approached by a disheveled Immigrant Saga” isn’t as much woman begging for food. I “Embracing Change” is about Guerra as it is about mumbled something about not available on Amazon.com, Barnes hope, inspiration, patriotism, and having any cash and apologized & Noble, and Google. invaluable lessons learned first- meekly. Others wouldn’t even hand. look the woman in her eyes. But Guerra did something remarkable – he placed his arm around the woman, escorted her to the counter, and handed the cashier a gift card that had been tucked inside his wallet. He told the Noche de Loteria woman to order whatever she will be hosted wanted off the menu. at Stay Gallery on Friday July 14 I like to think Guerra not only from 5 to 9 p.m. provided that woman food and nourishment, but also dignity by There will be making her feel human. prizes, food, and Then there was Christmas a raffle. Entry is 2014. It was my first year $15. organizing a toy drive for Gangs Out of Downey and donations For more were hard to come by. The information, Downey community is extremely follow giving and charitable, but we were cindyrella314 on competing for donations against Instagram or call other toy drives happening Cindy at (562) simultaneously in Downey (a 584-3353. good problem). Guerra wrote a personal check Thursday, July 13, 2017 The Downey Patriot | 3

In Memory of Naomi Mae Ford October 24, 1931 - July 2, 2017 Naomi Mae Ford died July 2, 2017. The youngest of four siblings, she was born to Clarence and Beata Hildreth on Oct. 24, 1931 in Redlands, Calif. Our beloved mother faithfully served the Lord to the end. Through her life Naomi gave compassion and support to The Maloney’s, Mollet’s and Encarnacion’s in Cabo San people in need that came into her Lucas celebrating the graduation of Derick Mollet and life. Tommy Maloney from Downey High school Class of 2017. She was preceded in death by her brother, Raymond; sister, Dorothy; daughter, Carol and son, Timothy. She and her family remained close through the years with her sister, Gabi Gonzalez traveled to Washington D.C. to celebrate 4th Carol and her husband, Bob and their children Kenneth, of July. Here she is pictured in front of the National Archives, the building that holds the Declaration of Independence. Kathy, Doug and Darlene, Dorothy’s children, Judy and Marilyn and their brother, Bill who passed in 2015. Naomi will leave a gap in the hearts of her surviving children, Laurie and Richard; her grandchildren, Becky, Richard, David, Rachel, Jacob, Joseph; their cousins, Jacob and Joseph Gunderson and great-grandchildren. After graduating from Redlands High School, Naomi went to Azusa Pacific Bible College, taking music studies where she played piano and organ for the choir and enjoyed playing gospel hymns through her years. Please sign the online guest book at www.oregonlive.com/obits Paul and Reggie Donahue, along with 22 other family members, vacationed in Kauai, Hawaii. They are pictured enjoying a snorkeling excursion along the beautiful Na Pali coast. Julie Konkol, active volunteer, passes away at 94 DOWNEY – Julie Konkol, resident of Downey since 1948, passed away from respiratory failure on July 4th. She was 94. Konkol was born in El Paso Texas in 1922. She was active in St. Raymond’s Ladies Guild, Downey Newcomers Club, Campfire Girls and PTA while her daughters were growing up. She retired from L.A. Trade Tech and traveled. Her husband Edward preceded her. She leaves two daughters and their husbands (Laura and Paul Coble and Katherine and Billy Kruse) and five grandchildren – Elizabeth and husband Kurtis Hughes, Dr. Jeffery Coble, Jonathan Kruse, Sarah and husband Bryan Amarr and Brian Kruse. Patty and Bianca Salgado traveled to Washington, D.C. Robert Quiroz is a student at Servite High and is enrolled A memorial service will be at Miller Mies on Friday, July 21 at 10 last month where Bianca took part in the United Nations in the Sanbert International Leadership Program. He’s a.m. with a reception following. Association of the U.S.A. 2017 Leadership summit. Bianca also learning Mandarin. Last month, he visited Guilin and will be a senior at Cal State Long Beach this fall. Beijing, China. He is pictured at the Great Wall.

Bus trip fundraiser to Harrah’s Casino DOWNEY – Our Lady of Perpetual Help Woman’s Guild is sponsoring a fundraiser day trip to Harrah’s Rincon Casino and Resort on Tuesday, July 25. Bus leaves Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church promptly at 7:30 a.m. and returns to Downey by 5 p.m. Our Lady of Perpetual Help School Woman’s Guild awarded Trip is $15 per person and $500 scholarships to five graduating 8th grade students who includes a $10 gaming card, free will be attending a Catholic high school in August 2017. They bingo and refreshments on the were selected based on their high scores when they took bus. Limited seating. an exam in May. These scholarships will be applied to the Reservations can be made by students’ tuition, books and/or uniform needs. calling Terry at (562) 862-6408. Pictured left to right: Woman’s Guild Vice President Melodie Harrah’s Rincon Casino and Santana, Xavier Desales (Layola), Alex Santana (Layola), Resort is located in Valley Center Maddie Olea (Bishop Amat), Katie Vaca (Mater Dei), and features 1,700 slot machines, Woman’s Guild President Paula Mayfield. 68 table games and 11 restaurants. Not pictured: Aden Leon (Servite) 4 | The Downey Patriot Thursday, July 13, 2017

Warren High School swimming pool nears completion

By Mark Fetter ■ The Downey High School football program is busy preparing for Contributor the 2017 season. The Vikings have several key players returning to a league DOWNEY – The Warren High School pool is nearing completion. championship team from a season ago. Running back Baraq Ross (All- For the first time in recent days the pool at Warren High School has C.I.F.), defensive lineman Eli Garcia, offensive tackle Steven George, water in it. wide receiver Chris Atkins (All-C.I.F.), linebacker/tight end Robert A crew was cleaning and sweeping out the pool late last week, the Barron, offensive lineman Diego Casillas, defensive lineman Brennan plastering was then finished and the water finally flowed a short time Fields, athlete Nick Whitney, linebacker Malcom Perry, athlete Edward later. It was certainly a site to be seen from the adjacent staircase on Esparza and athlete Noah Skobis all return with more experience and the second floor of Justice Stadium skill under their belts. There are two large blue shade covers on the north side of the pool Coach Williams likes the progress of his offensive and defensive and an impressive scoreboard is being placed at the east end of the lines. Williams has also been impressed with junior starting quarterback pool attached to the west side of the gymnasium’s outer wall. The south Kijon Foots as well as running back Baraq Ross. Newcomers to keep an side features state of the art locker room and outdoor showering areas. eye on include Shane Olden and Daniel Mena. Williams believes the The west side features a newly gated entrance. Outer area concrete will strengths of this year’s team will be his offensive and defensive lines be poured once the inside is completed. The final touches are currently and team speed on the outside. being put in the locker rooms and around the pool area. Williams expects his players to play together and from whistle to POETRY MATTERS Warren Athletic Director Russ Heicke said that the pool should be whistle. His focus for this year’s team is all about “sacrifice.” Williams completed by August 15, a day before fall classes begin at Warren. believes all ten games on the schedule will be tough and present Heicke continued to say that all aquatic competitions will be played at different challenges. The Santa Margarita game stands out because the Warren this fall and the Bears will host their first game at the end of Eagles return 10 of 11 starters on defense and eight of 11 starters on August. offense from a season ago. Learning the Trees All Warren aquatic coaches, as well as the faculty and staff, are Santa Margarita finished last season with an overall record of 7-5 extremely excited to have the pool finally operational. and lost in the second round of the C.I.F. Division I playoffs to eventual California state champion St. John Bosco 54-14. Before you can learn the trees, you have to learn Heicke concluded by saying that he is grateful to Downey High The language of the trees. That’s done indoors, School throughout the construction timeframe and would like to thank Out of a book, which now you think of it Viking Nation for their accommodations and hospitality throughout ■ The Downey High School football team will be fun to watch this Is one of the transformations of a tree. this process. fall. The words themselves are a delight to learn, The Vikings welcome back defensive tackle Eli Garcia. Garcia had You might be in a foreign land of terms 61 tackles, including 12 for a loss and 5.5 sacks a season ago. Garcia Like samara, capsule, drupe, legume and pome, ■ The Warren High School baseball program continues to offer is a three- year varsity starter and a two-year captain. Garcia is the Where bark is papery, plated, warty or smooth. summer camps for young student-athletes. strongest guy on the team and looks better than ever. The camp is being run by former Warren Bear standout Miguel But best of all are the words that shape the leaves— Mendoza and focuses on aspects of the game from pitching to Nick Whitney had 67 tackles a season ago from the safety position Orbicular, cordate, cleft and reniform— catching to hitting to base-running and more. Warren head coach as well as two interceptions, one was returned for a touchdown. And their venation—palmate and parallel— Scott Pearson mentioned that there are currently about twenty kids in Defensive tackle Brennan Fields had 59 tackles, including 16 for a loss And tips—acute, truncate, auriculate. the camp, including his son, and that players are having fun while they and 8 sacks last season. Fields is fast and strong and has all the traits to are learning the fundamentals of the game. be a big-time defensive lineman. Sufficiently provided, you may now Go forth to the forests and the shady streets The Warren High School baseball program has also engaged in Jack Chapman is a linebacker who recorded 57 tackles, including To see how the chaos of experience the “Hard Yards Challenge.” The “Hard Yards Challenge” is four weeks eight for a loss last season. Chapman is an intense player who brings a Answers to catalogue and category... in duration and takes place three days a week. The focus is centered lot of heart and physicality.

around hitting, defense and weight training. The program also Some new additions to this year’s team include Chris Ledesma, And think also how funny knowledge is: addresses agility work and conducts mental lectures to understand the Brenden Hodge and Jacob Manetta. Ledesma is a corner who has You may succeed in learning many trees game better. And calling off their names as you go by, shown flashes of being a lockdown type corner. He contests every But their comprehensive silence stays the same. Scrimmage games are played once a week and participants receive ball thrown his way. Hodge is a corner/safety who dominated on a fitted hat, two dri-fit t-shirts and a pair of shorts. The “Hard Yards the freshman team last season and is looking to contribute/start this - Howard Nemerov Challenge” is open for high school players in grades 9-12. season. His technique is very good. Manetta is an outside linebacker who was a rotational player last season. He is bigger and faster this Nemerov dramatizes the poetry of the eye and the poetry of the Details and registration information can be found online at season and is physical and smart. mind, presenting poetry as a link between the two ways of look- diamondskills108.com. Warren head baseball coach Scott Pearson ing at the world, the material and the spiritual. Poetry Matters is can be contacted at [email protected] with questions regarding the Coach Thomas Hollington III maintains that all 10 games on the curated by Lorine Parks. Warren baseball program. schedule will be tough this season. He maintains that consistency on defense will be the key for the team’s success. Thursday, July 13, 2017 Opinion The Downey Patriot | 5 President Trump’s worst collusion isn’t with Russia — it’s with corporations

By Peter Certo “The effects of the crime are undetectable,” the legendary social become uninhabitable, the fossil fuel-backed Trump administration critic Noam Chomsky says of the alleged Russian meddling, “unlike has put a climate denier in charge of the EPA, pulled the U.S. out of I’ve always been a little skeptical that there’d be a smoking gun the massive effects of interference by corporate power and private Paris, and signed legislation to let coal companies dump toxic ash in about the Trump campaign’s alleged collusion with Russia. The latest wealth.” local waterways. news about Donald Trump, Jr., however, is tantalizingly close. That’s worth dwelling on. Meanwhile, as the administration escalates the unpopular Afghan The short version of the story, revealed by emails the New York war once again, Kushner invited billionaire military contractors — Times obtained, is that the president’s eldest son was offered “some Many leading liberals suspect, now with a little more evidence, including Blackwater founder Erik Prince — to advise on policy there. official documents and information that would incriminate Hillary” that Trump worked with Russia to win his election. But we’ve long and “would be very useful to your father.” known that huge corporations and wealthy individuals threw their Elsewhere, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon and other architects of weight behind the billionaire. the housing crash are advising Trump on financial deregulation, while More to the point, the younger Trump was explicitly told this was student debt profiteers set policy at the Department of Education. “part of Russia and its government’s support for Mr. Trump.” Donald, That gambit’s paying off far more handsomely for them — and Jr.’s reply? “I love it.” more destructively for the rest of us — than any scheme by Putin. Chomsky complains that this sort of collusion is often “not considered a crime but the normal workings of democracy.” While Trump Jr. didn’t just host that meeting at Trump Tower. He also The evidence is hiding in plain sight. Trump has taken it to new heights, it’s certainly a bipartisan problem. brought along campaign manager Paul Manafort and top Trump confidante (and son-in-law) Jared Kushner. The top priority in Congress right now is to move a health bill that If Trump’s people did work with Russia to undermine our vote, they would gut Medicaid and throw at least 22 million Americans off their should absolutely be held accountable. But the politicians leading the We still don’t have evidence they coordinated with Russian efforts insurance — while loosening regulations on insurance companies charge don’t have a snowball’s chance of redeeming our democracy to release Clinton campaign emails, spread “fake news,” or hack state and cutting taxes on the wealthiest by over $346 billion. unless they’re willing to take on the corporate conspirators much voting systems. But at the very least, the top members of Trump’s closer to home. inner circle turned up to get intelligence they knew was part of a As few as 12 percent of Americans support that bill, but the foreign effort to meddle in the election. allegiance of its supporters isn’t to voters — it’s plainly to the wealthy Peter Certo is the editorial manager of the Institute for Policy Studies. donors who’d get those tax cuts. Some in Washington are convinced they’ve heard enough already, with Virginia senator (and failed VP candidate) Tim Kaine calling the Meanwhile, majorities of Americans in every single congressional meeting “treason.” district support efforts to curb local pollution, limit carbon emissions, and transition to wind and solar. And majorities in every single state Perhaps. But it’s worth asking: Who’s done the real harm here? back the Paris climate agreement. Some argue it’s not the Russians after all. Yet even as scientists warn large parts of the planet could soon Fourth of July Dear Editor: In regard to the arrogant letter regarding fireworks, “Thank God we Will California’s new hourly wage laws are still living in the land of the free.” Land of the free has nothing to do with obeying the law of the land. The next comment, “Again we hear about the concern of the pet owners due to the noise of the ‘illegal’ fireworks.” The noise of illegal fireworks hurt low-income workers? is louder than any of the legal safe and sane you would buy. Organized fireworks shows are a totally different sound; Mr. Diaz should know that. By Alex Saab hotel industry, farmers and farmworkers that this and other new Disneyland does them every night. Angel’s Stadium does them. They wage requirements will actually cut their incomes and raise costs to are not offensive, and neither are the cities’ fireworks shows. Sometimes the best of intentions create unintended consequences. consumers. One wonders if that is going to be the case in California, which is in We are talking the “booms!” It is not just the pets that are bothered the process of phasing in a $15-per-hour minimum wage. The California Legislature passed wage and overtime-hike by these long hours, or even days of shooting off illegal fireworks. Yes, measures last year and small business owners are bracing for the the loud booms like bombs are quite annoying, disturbing, disruptive On the face of it, this would seem to be a good thing because it worst. boosts pay for workers in California, where the cost of living is so high. noises. But the Washington Post reports a new study from the University of Yes, trying to ensure workers can boost their wages is We like having a BBQ then doing some of our own legal fireworks. Washington suggesting that the $15 rate actually hurts low-income commendable. But our lawmakers are failing these workers by But with all the other illegal fireworks going off continuously for hours, workers: instituting shallow, simplistic and symbolic approaches that in reality there is no enjoyment to that. This is not being done to celebrate the are highly likely to backfire as this new study suggests. birth of our nation. “When Seattle officials voted three years ago to incrementally boost the city’s minimum wage up to $15 an hour, they’d hoped to Unfortunately, in Sacramento and most government offices, those The elderly cannot tolerate these kinds of random explosions. Even I improve the lives of low-income workers. Yet according to a major making laws and setting regulations have little if any experience as would jump whenever a “bomb” would go off. Our friends who were with new study that could force economists to reassess past research on economists, private-sector workers or business owners. us this 4th continually had to try and cover their babies’ ears because the issue, the hike has had the opposite effect. they were so loud. Since the stakes are so high for workers, shouldn’t there at least “The city is gradually increasing the hourly minimum to $15 over be a basic requirement that those who micromanage wages must Tell me please, what is the purpose of buying illegal fireworks, several years. Already, though, some employers have not been able have spent some time meeting a payroll? Playing with other people’s bringing them illegally into our city, and shooting them off illegally? to afford the increased minimums. They’ve cut their payrolls, putting money and work is easy when there is no accountability or need to Whether Mr. Diaz and his sarcasm like it or not, it is illegal to set off off new hiring, reducing hours or letting their workers go, the study confront reality. illegal fireworks that have been smuggled into the city. found.” Diana Borzi Alex Saab is an attorney and small business owner. He is a council Downey This is not good news for California. The UW study would also membr in the city of Downey and a former mayor. appear to lend credibility to warnings voiced by restaurants, the Dear Editor: Regarding Mr. Diaz’s letter last week on illegal and legal fireworks noise, I and others can definitely tell M80s, bottle rockets and all those Amazon’s purchase of Whole Foods is other illegal fireworks going off. They are louder, linger longer and are more annoying. This year was the worst ever and everyone I have spoken to agrees. bad news Something must be done. I have asked City Council to consider making changes to fireworks on behalf of many others living here. My suggestion is to eliminate -- By Jim Hightower Next on the chopping block is Whole Foods’ helpful and friendly yes, eliminate -- any fireworks in the streets. Only allow them tobe work force. Jeff Bezos, Amazon’s CEO, doesn’t view workers as assets, used at a park or open vacant space and reduce the sale of the countless Wall Street analysts tell us that Amazon’s $14 billion buyout of Whole but as costs. So to jack up the grocery chain’s profits, he’ll cut those Foods isn’t only a win-win for both of them, but also for consumers, for number of stands in our city. Limit stands to a few major non-profits and “costs” — aka, people. only sell in the park, where you are allowed to discharge them. Curfew is Amazon intends to lower the organic grocer’s prices. 10 p.m. Anyone using them in the street will be cited. He’s already testing a store concept that has no cashiers to interfere Really? Yes, they say, because Amazon will use its amazing computer- with your shopping “experience.” It uses computer sensors to take your Our police and fire departments can quickly and easily cite the driven tactics to cut Whole Foods’ cost of selling groceries. money electronically, instead of paying bothersome humans to do the violators. Our homes are safer, our pets feel safer, we feel safer and for once we can enjoy the 4th like we use to in this city without feeling we But Amazon’s robotic “efficiency” is achieved by cutting people. It job of checking you out and — God forbid — conversing with you. are in a war zone. ruthlessly squeezes suppliers, for example, demanding that they give Oh, another plus of connecting us to the corporate computers is that bankruptcy-level wholesale prices to the retail colossus. Dorothy Pemberton they’ll track and record our every move and every purchase, building a Downey That means that small organic farmers and food artisans are detailed personal profile on each of us in order to… well, to do what? destined to be squeezed out of Whole Foods, displaced by deep- And why? Dear Editor: pocket, global food makers who are willing to cut corners on quality According to the calendar, we’re living in 2017. But the Brave New and the environment in order to get on Amazon’s new grocery shelves. Future of Amazon’s electronic, robotic Whole Foods Market tells us Growing up in a small community of 3,000 people in the entire county, the main event of the year was the annual 4th of July parade we’re living in the corporatized version of 1984, where human needs for which could be seen a block from where we lived. In the evening, people jobs and personal relationships are subverted to the corporate love of came from miles around to see the elaborate fireworks display at the automation and avaricious profits. nearby park. Jim Hightower is a radio commentator, writer, and public speaker. Since moving to California in 1966, I can’t recall seeing any local He’s also the editor of the populist newsletter, The Hightower parade on Independence Day, and being always busy preparing food in Lowdown. readiness for family barbecues and fireworks displays, I haven’t thought too much about this until today when, having no plans but to spend a quiet day at home, I decided to watch the Huntington beach 4th of July parade. Mario Guerra’s book How refreshing this was to see the streets, floats, and individuals Dear Editor: carrying or displaying the American flag! How glorious it was seeing so much red, white and blue, observing happy smiles, hearing thankful I wanted to say that I thought the chapter entitled, “The Journey” was words for our military and for the freedoms we have because of the very interesting. I was fascinated to learn about Mr. Guerra’s childhood. actions of those fighting for us. My patriotism soared to new levels as My only complaint is that the story doesn’t explain the cultural I watched this wonderful parade with no hint of politics, racism, hatred revolution taking place all around young Mario. The description in or violence. the book does not really focus on the Cuban Revolution and all that it Reading again about how our country was founded on Christian entailed. principles warmed my heart to know I am part of this great society. As John Adams said, “Our Constitution was made only for a moral and Like, why for instance was young Mario’s father’s surname singled out religious people.” John Quincy Adams once said “The declaration of by Castro’s forces? Was young Mario part of an affluent and influential Independence laid the cornerstone of human government upon the first family structure in Cuba that was singled out by Castro’s forces? Was precepts of Christianity.” there a Batista connection? Was young Mario’s cousin Jose Echeverria a major Cuban revolutionary more important than Castro himself? Though “United We Stand” was the theme for the Huntington Beach Parade. I found the book interesting, it left me wanting more information. Fellow Americans we must stand united and refrain from hateful insults that promotes violence and discord. Blessed is the nation whose God is All in all it is a straightforward and well written autobiography. But the Lord (Psalm 33:12). We must keep our God of love, hope, justice and there are still many unanswered questions. peace in our hearts and in our laws, and we must love not hate others. Greta Campbell Martha Morrissy-Call Downey Downey 6 | The Downey Patriot Comics/Crossword Thursday, July 13, 2017 SPEED BUMP DAVE COVERLY

On This Day... July 13, 1863: Rioting against the Civil War military draft erupted in New York City; about 1,000 people died over three days. 1923: A sign consisting of 50-foot-tall letters spelling out “HOLLYWOODLAND” was dedicated in the Hollywood Hills to promote a subdivision (the last four letters were removed in 1949) 1930: France beat Mexico 4-1 in the first match of soccer’s inaugural World Cup tournament in Montevideo, Uruguay. 1960: John F. Kennedy won the Democratic presidential nomination at the party’s convention in Los Angeles.

You can contact puzzle editor Stan- ley Newman at his e-mail address: [email protected]. Or write him at P.O. Box 69, Massapequa Park, NY 11762, Please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you’d like a reply. Thursday, July 13, 2017 Health/Wellness The Downey Patriot | 7 not accepted as a medical diagnosis by mainstream institutions. those of Addison’s disease. Blood tests that are able to diagnose Addison’s disease come The treatment for Addison’s disease is to replace the missing Paging Dr. Frischer... back normal for AFS. hormone(s). The proposed treatment for Adrenal Fatigue By Dr. Alan Frischer In contrast to AFS, Addison’s disease clearly occurs when the Syndrome is also logical: it focuses on the purported root causes, adrenal glands stop functioning. Causes include autoimmune including stress and diet. In my practice, one of the most common complaints I hear is disease, having a malfunctioning pituitary gland, longtime use One thing I have learned through the years is that science fatigue. The difficulty with this symptom is that of prednisone, cancer, the use of blood thinners, and having a does not explain everything, and that when science lacks a there are so many possible causes. A diagnosis chronic infection (especially tuberculosis). reasonable answer for a problem, many will step forward with requires a careful review of a patient’s entire When Addison’s disease is present, the adrenal glands don’t answers - be they correct or not. I advise that you be extremely lifestyle, health history, diet history, exercise produce enough essential hormones. This leads to fatigue, body careful *not* to accept a diagnosis that is unrecognized by and sleep habits, etc. Could adrenal fatigue aches, weakness, nausea, salt craving, unexplained weight loss, mainstream medicine. I have seen patients hurt by purported syndrome (AFS) be responsible? low blood pressure, lightheadedness, loss of body hair, and treatments for unproven conditions. “Remedies” for so-called Scientific literature on fatigue includes hyperpigmentation. This adrenal insufficiency can be diagnosed adrenal fatigue can leave a patient feeling worse, and encourage Addison’s disease (also called adrenal by blood tests, as well as by special stimulation tests. him or her to ignore the actual root causes. insufficiency). Addison’s is a well-known Proponents of the adrenal fatigue diagnosis claim this is Yes, there are conditions that are as yet not understood by medical condition, yet I can count on my actually a mild form of Addison’s adrenal insufficiency, and that it mainstream medicine. However, my responsibility is to offer fingers how many times I have seen it in my is caused by chronic stress. The theory is that the adrenal glands advice that is supported by science. I would suggest that you do rather long career. In contrast, some sources on adrenal fatigue are unable to keep up with the increased demand of perpetual the same. As knowledge expands, we will all grow with it. syndrome claim that it is extremely common. stress, leading to excess flight-or-fight activity. As a result, the glands can’t produce quite enough of the hormones we need in Adrenal fatigue syndrome is said to include a collection of Dr. Alan Frischer is former chief of staff and former chief of non-specific symptoms, such as fatigue, body aches, anxiety, order to feel good, yet there is enough to show a normal blood test. medicine at Downey Regional Medical Center. Write to him inability to handle stress, depression, cravings for salt, difficulty in care of this newspaper at 8301 E. Florence Ave., Suite 100, The assertion is that most of us will develop AFS at some point concentrating, changes in digestion, insomnia, inability to lose Downey, CA 90240. weight, allergies, and a “weak immune system.” in our life. The diagnosis of AFS is based only on symptoms, and AFS appears in numerous alternative medicine sources, but is there are indeed some similarities between these symptoms and Opioid prescriptions decline from Alternative Medicine: Intuition 2010 peak decisions are made based on our Here is where step number emotional state. This can be a two comes in. As we internally The amount of opioids 2015 the amount of opioids diabetes and arthritis. double edge-sword. Finding the question ourselves gently focus prescribed in the United States prescribed peaked in 2010 at 782 Micropolitan areas (non- balance is the key. on your belly button. This is one peaked in 2010 and then morphine milligram equivalents metro small cities and big towns). of the energy centers that express decreased each year through (MME) per person and decreased Higher unemployment. We are bombarded daily by intuition. It’s often called the 2015, but remains at “high levels” to 640 MME in 2015. (MME is the swift marketing targeting our “While some variation in powerhouse. Observe this area and varies from county to county amount of opioids in milligrams, emotional state. A car commercial opioid prescribing is expected as you continue to question and in the U.S., according to the accounting for differences in utilizes the phrase, “ Now you can and linked to factors such as the focus on your breathing. If your latest Vital Signs report by the opioid drug type and strength.) be as cool as your friend in your prevalence of painful conditions, navel area tightens up this is a Centers for Disease Control and new car”. For many, this simple yet Daily MME per prescription differences in these characteristics sign that whatever you are about Prevention (CDC). effective phrase targets people remained stable from 2006 to explain only a fraction of the wide to do may not be the proper who may be going through In 2015 six times more opioids 2010 and then decreased 17 variation in opioid prescribing decision for you. Hence the a difficult self-esteem patch. per resident were dispensed in percent from 2010 to 2015 across the United States,” said opposite. When the navel area People in this emotional state of the highest-prescribing counties (from 58 MME to 48). However, Deborah Dowell, M.D., chief simply flows it is the sign you are being are numb to the intuition than in the lowest-prescribing the average days’ supply per medical officer in the Division of on the right track. By Marcela Arrieta that is and has always been counties. This wide variation prescription increased 33 percent Unintentional Injury Prevention at there. Therefore they believe they I recommend you practice suggests inconsistent prescribing from 13 days in 2006 to almost CDC’s National Center for Injury In my practice, intuition is posses zero ability to trust their with minimal decision making practices among healthcare 18 days in 2015. The amount of Prevention and Control. “This often referred to as an inner gut feeling, their inner lighthouse. until you feel comfortable taping providers and that patients opioids prescribed per capita in variation highlights the need for GPS or gut feeling guiding and trusting your built in intuition. receive different care depending 2015 was still approximately three healthcare providers to consider I’ll share two effective our every decision and step. This by no means in meant on where they live. times as high as in 1999. evidence-based guidance when exercises that will enhance your All living creatures without to replace proper and logical prescribing opioids.” ability to tap-into and trust your “The amount of opioids For this Vital Signs report, exception posses this God-given decision making, especially those intuition. prescribed in the U.S. is still CDC analyzed retail prescription In 2016, CDC provided treasure. Many of the clients I see related to health and overall express the sense of lacking or too high, with too many opioid data from QuintilesIMS to recommendations for the The first is learning how to stop wellbeing. prescriptions for too many days assess opioid prescribing in prescribing of opioid pain not being able to tap into their and step back from emotionally Have a question regarding at too high a dosage,” said Anne the United States from 2006 to medication for patients 18 and intuition. They feel it’s only their driven decisions. We tend to get this article or maybe you’d like Schuchat, M.D., acting director of 2015, including rates, amounts, older in primary care settings. imagination at play. carried away in the moment to to suggest a topic? Write to the Centers for Disease Control dosages, and durations These recommendations focus possibly later regretting whatever The reality is that as long as me at: [email protected]. and Prevention. prescribed. CDC examined on the use of opioids in treating we inhabit a human body we are decisions where made. When a county-level prescribing patterns chronic pain (pain lasting Next article we will talk about CDC researchers analyzed subject to emotions, feelings, situation arises and those feelings for the years 2010 and 2015. longer than three months or SuperBrain Yoga. changes in annual prescribing thoughts and our whatever our bubble up, stop yourself from past the time of normal tissue measures from 2006 to 2015 and County-level factors environment is. These play a key making any decision immediately. Marcela Arrieta is an alternative healing) outside of active cancer found that while there have been associated with higher amounts factor in our ability to tap deep Focus on your breathing; slowly modality practitioner with over treatment, palliative care, and declines in the amount of opioids of opioids prescribed include: within ourselves and embrace inhale and slowly exhale. Do this five years of experience in this end-of-life care. prescribed, more can be done to the treasure that is intuition. We for a minute or a few minutes. Ask field. She is also an entrepreneur A greater percentage of non- improve prescribing practices. are creatures of habit, driven yourself if the decision you need who resides in Downey. She can be Hispanic white residents. For example, between 2006 and by emotions. The majority of to make is the proper one for you. reached at [email protected]. A greater prevalence of

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‘Queen of Katwe’ is a tribute to Africa’s women

■ FILM: ‘Queen of Katwe’ struggled at the box office, but its true story of a child for me, the most compelling conflict in the film is not Phiona’s chess chess prodigy in Uganda shines a bright light on human virtues. career, but the family’s daily effort to survive. At one point the family is left homeless when Phiona uses the rent money to pay for her brother’s transport to the hospital after a traffic accident. By Carol Kearns I was awed by the portrayal of Phiona’s widowed mother, Harriet, Contributor who seems to be constantly railing at her children to do a better job of contributing to the family income. In a not uncommon mother/ daughter conflict, Harriet’s oldest child leaves the family rather than Director Mira Nair’s recent film, Queen of Katwe, is a riveting submit to her mother’s demand for help with the younger children. story adapted from a book about a young chess prodigy in Uganda, and not at all the bundle of clichés alluded to in many reviews. Yes, The family is falling apart, but Harriet refuses to sacrifice her the children are adorable, causing us to laugh many times, and the dignity and take the easy way out, as some friends urge, and find movie has a happy ending, as far as it goes; but there are no clichés a man who will help with financial support. This is a courageous in this true story where the daily struggle for food and drinking stance in the face of such destitution, and reflects a universal water predominates. maternal instinct to protect her children as best she can. With empathy and respect for her characters, Nair frames this Wait! I know this story! It is my grandmother’s! tale to underscore the common values shared by cultures that are oceans apart. Her film is a beautiful tribute to African women and all My maternal grandmother was also widowed at a young age those on the continent who struggle to make a positive difference and left with four children, and her teenage daughter left to get in the world. married a year later. I often heard the story from my mother, who was 11 at the time, that her uncles urged my grandmother to put The central figure, Phiona Mutesi from Kampala, Uganda, was her and her siblings in an orphanage. My grandmother refused, Madina Nalwanga as chess phenom Phiona Mutesi with Lupita still only 20 years old when Disney Studios released the film last and with some help, struggled to keep her family intact. The entire Nyong’o as her mother, Harriet. year – just six years after writer Tim Crothers first met her as a young episode left my mother fearful and scarred all her life. teenager in the slums of Katwe. Crothers’s book about Phiona’s Chess and soccer coach Robert Katende is the selfless, remarkable achievements led to this movie. The film traces Phiona’s before, Crothers had received a tip from a friend who had read about compassionate individual whose determination brought so much journey from being a hungry, unwashed child of the slums to her Phiona in a monthly newsletter put out by a Christian missionary to the community of Katwe, and Phiona in particular. His own emergence as an international chess competitor. group called Sports Outreach Institute. hardscrabble childhood is described in a short film about him made Referring to the all-black cast, Nair is reported to have quipped, by Nair. The soccer coach, Robert Katende (played by David Oyelowo), “This is probably the first time Disney has made a film in Africa who had been hired in part by Sports Outreach to teach soccer to It is a wonder that the film did not do better at the box office, without animals.” Shot on location in Kampala, the film includes the kids in the slum (and feed clinic attendees), had also started a bringing in only a little more than half of its $15 million production Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong’o as Phiona’s mother Nakku Harriet, and chess clinic for those who could not play. When Phiona followed her costs. Were American audiences not interested, or did the film just the phenomenal David Oyelowo as chess coach Robert Katende. brother to the chess clinic one day, Katende persuaded her to stay. Ugandan teenager Madina Nalwanga, discovered in a community need more time, better promotion? Was there not enough of an dance group, makes her acting debut as Phiona. audience left after Hidden Figures and Moonlight? The story of Phiona’s ability found its way into the missionary newsletter. Even though the game was chess, Crothers successfully I do not think the poor box office was because of the all-black The vibrancy of the characters and the bright look of the pitched the story to ESPN The Magazine, and traveled to Uganda cast. My husband thinks it is because the movie was about chess, equatorial locale cannot hide the filth and wretchedness of the living and the Chess Olympiad in Siberia in 2010. Crothers’s story was and he may have a point. Moonlight and Fences both made money conditions. The camera lingers long enough to make sure viewers published as Game of her Life, Jan. 10, 2011. notice the unpaved streets, the lack of sanitation, and the destruction and had all-black casts, and Slumdog Millionaire, shot in India, of pitiful huts from tropical storms. Crothers said, “I knew very early knocked the ball out of the park with $141 million – but it was a After his article appeared, Crothers published a book, “Queen of on that Katwe was one of the characters in this story.” whimsical tale about a game show winner and had a love interest. Katwe,” which was optioned by Disney Studios. And in the ultimate How can chess compete? ironic twist, Disney proposed the project to Nair – who lives in The plot is an upbeat tale on one level. When the story begins, Kampala with her husband part of every year! Phiona is living with her mother Harriet, her sister, and two brothers It Queen of Katwe does have one flaw, I think it is length – it is in a one-room shack. Phiona is no longer in school because even over two hours. But I can not rave enough about it. This is a brilliant As Nair told the LA Times in an interview, “…a major Hollywood the children must hustle if the family is to eat. film that shines a light on human virtues that continue tobloom studio comes to my home and offers me a film about something in even the direst of circumstances – compassion, courage, dignity, down the street is just too ironic.” One day, curiosity guides Phiona to a chess clinic for children run and determination. Thank you, Mira Nair. by a missionary group. Robert Katende had started the chess clinic Nair is the quintessential citizen of the world, born and raised for those who could not participate in the soccer clinics. Seeing The Back Story – How Did Queen of Katwe Become a Film? in India, she attended Harvard on a full scholarship, and met her husband in Kampala when she was working on “Mississippi Masala”, Phiona’s determination and natural gift for the game, Katende The back story of the film’s creation is a tale in itself, with more a movie about a carpet cleaner in Mississippi who falls in love with persuades a reluctant Harriet that her daughter’s talent is worth than a little irony. Phiona’s accomplishments were first shared with the daughter of a displaced Indian family. Nair, who is a native supporting. a world audience by sports writer Tim Crothers in 2011. of India, shares a home with her husband, Professor Mahmood Determination is a key factor in this Rocky-style storyline. But What does sports have to do with chess tournaments? The year Mamdani, in Kampala for part of the year. Thursday, July 13, 2017 Dining/Entertainment The Downey Patriot | 9 Everything you need to know about the OC Fair, opening this weekend

COSTA MESA – Comedian Gabriel Iglesias will open the 2017 OC For children, there is the Kids Can Cook show at Centennial Farm. Fair this Friday, July 14, with an 8:15 p.m. performance. Tickets start There are also milking demonstrations, new baby animals and a at $45. honey-tasting bar. JuLY 13 birthdays Also scheduled to perform is the David Bowie tribute band Space Returning favorites for the entire family include the Peking Oddity ($17.50) and an X-treme Freestyle Mo-X ($17.50). All tickets Acrobats, Russell Brothers Family Circus, All-Alaskan Racing Pigs and include admission to the fair. kids’ eating competitions every night in the Explorium. The OC Fair, which runs through Aug. 13, is offering free admission There’s also Crafters Village, Carnival of Products and Parade of Harrison Ford, and free parking from 12-3 p.m. this weekend only. Products. the iconic actor and star of the This year, the fair is adding three new rides and new funhouse. In addition to Friday’s entertainment, this weekend’s “Indiana Jones” entertainment lineup includes Lynyrd Skynyrd and Jaramiah Red franchise, turns The new rides include La Grande Wheel XL, a ferris wheel so large performing on Saturday, and the Happy Together Tour on Sunday. 75. it was transported to the fair on 22 semi-trailer trucks. It is 130 feet tall, weighs 616,000 pounds and features a half-million LED lights. Also on Sunday is SummerFist 10, a mixed martial art event that may not be suitable for children. Tickets start at $15. Its 36 cabins are climate-controlled and hold six to eight people. It takes the ferris wheel about 3-1/2 minutes to make a full circle and Admission to the OC Fair, Wednesday through Friday, is $12 can carry about 2,000 passengers an hour. general admission and $7 for seniors and children. Kids ages 5 and younger are free. The ride cost $6 million to build and is one of the largest traveling observation wheels in the western hemisphere. This giant ferris wheel On Saturdays and Sundays, admission is $14 for general was manufactured in Europe, where it is known as the “Mercedes admission; all other prices remain the same. Benz of carnival wheels.” Veterans and active-duty military personnel receive free Another new ferris wheel is the Big Wheel. Standing more than admission to the fair and their guests can purchase up to six half- 108 feet tall, the Big Wheel features 24 open-air gondolas and the price tickets. newest technology for a smooth ride. It’s also equipped with LED lights. Seniors ages 60 and older can get into the fair for $5 every Friday. Patrick Stewart Ken Jeong Cheech Marin Also making its debut at the OC Fair is Endeavor -- an open-air The fair also sells a “super pass” ($35 general admission, $28 actor actor/comedian actor seniors and kids) that gives access to all 23 days of the fair. Super ride in which passengers are suspended in their seats and experience 77 48 71 3G acceleration. Riders will feel the sensation of flying 60 feet through pass holders who visit all 23 days of the 2017 OC Fair will receive a the air at 25 miles per hour. free super pass for 2018. A new funhouse, Rockin’ Rodeo, also is new at the fair, where Most carnival rides and games have additional charges, but are it joins returning favorites such as Big Top Swinger, Cliff Hanger, discounted to $2 on Fridays between 12-4 p.m. Cyclone, Insanity, Mach 1, Speed, Wild River and more. Free offsite parking is available in the Experian structure at 475 A full list of carnival rides is posted online at ocfair.com. Anton Blvd. (near the Bristol exit off the 405 Freeway with a free shuttle to the fair. The OC Fair also features a beer garden with more than 80 brews available for sampling. Admission is $65 at the door (if available) or OCTA bus service is also available from one of nine locations $55 if purchased in advance online at ocbrewheehaw.com. Hours for direct to the fair. Bus fare is $2 each way and riders receive a coupon the beer garden are Saturday 12-4 p.m and 6-10 p.m., and Sunday for $3 general admission. 12-4 p.m. OC Fair is open Wednesdays through Fridays from noon to Deborah Cox Daphne Maxwell Reid Yadier Molina midnight, and Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to midnight. singer actress baseball player Wine tastings are available in The Courtyard, where vino is sold 43 69 35 by the glass.

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Preparing Bell Gardens Library Test driving Norwalk’s renovated to regulate man charged fundraiser at golf center and academy cannabis, with fatally Green Olive L.A. County beating wife DOWNEY – The Friends of the Downey City Library, a non- the new clubhouse and met Mr. Kim that I had bought a bucket By Raul Samaniego BELL GARDENS – A 32-year- profit supporting the library, is General Manager Glen Chow. of 80 balls and asked if he would starts ‘listening Contributor old man has been charged with sponsoring a restaurant fundraiser According to Mr. Chow, the share a few pointers, I’d share the fatally beating his wife in their Bell at the Green Olive in the Downey course fairways and roughs were bucket. He agreed. tour’ Gardens home, the Los Angeles Promenade on Wednesday, July planted with Bermuda grass while Putting my new green bucket DOWNEY – Following voters’ NORWALK – I tried out the County District Attorney’s Office 19. renewed Don Knabe Golf Center & the putting greens received Bent under the “put bucket here arrow,” legalization of recreational announced. Junior Academy facility last week. grass. These are unique for as I entered a code which Mr. Chow marijuana in California, L.A. County A flyer must be brought to the The results; a little stiffness in my soon as any weed appear, they are had given me with my receipt. has embarked on an extensive Michael Robles (dob 1/11/85) event and given to a server for the back, shoulders and legs, I loved it. immediately removed from the “Plop-plop- plop-plop,” went listening tour to find out what has been charged with two felony library to benefit from a purchase. “Four!” Almost thirty five playing surface. the balls as they dropped into residents of unincorporated areas counts: murder and child abuse. 20% of the bill will be donated to years had passed since my last The driving range was enclosed the bucket from the automated would like to see in upcoming the Friends. He was scheduled to be opportunity to yell that word at in a netting to alleviate any errant dispenser... regulations. arraigned July 7. Prosecutors the former Norwalk Golf center. balls entering the next door school First things first. Stretching, Flyers can be picked up at the Eighteen workshop-style asked that bail be set at $2.1 Having made my mind up to campus or any residence adjoining Yikes! I almost pulled my shoulder used bookstore inside the library listening sessions have been million. try my hand at driving, wedging the course. out of joint. Next, bend over and or sent to you via email or text by I was motivated. I paid for a touch your knees. Mr. Kim said scheduled this summer in calling (562) 928-4327. and putting again after a three Prosecutors said that on July bucket of eighty balls for the range toes, but my body said knees. communities across the county, decade layoff, I was excited. 5, authorities responded to a and a round of nine holes, total for Next up, was the gripping of from Whittier to the Antelope Riding the Norwalk Transit call for medical assistance in the both, $14.50. For an investment of the club. I thought he was kidding. Valley. number 3 buses along Shoemaker 6200 block of Lanto Street in Bell under $21 bucks, I was ready. “Left hand first and interlock the had my proverbial lips drooling as The first is scheduled for July Gardens. ‘Sew Day’ at I watched the progress of the nine My reintroduction to the sport little finger.” 13 at the Topanga Library. A full list holes and driving range over the of kings was to immediately sit Who knew? I whacked the of workshop locations is posted When paramedics arrived, they Woman’s Club last year and a half. down and exercise my gluteus first ball straight as an arrow, an online at cannabis.lacounty.gov. reportedly found Azela Villareal Every time I passed by on my muscle in the new patio chairs impressive 30 yards. I was thrilled. with multiple injuries to her body, DOWNEY – Los Angeles way towards the civic center, I section. The patio checked out At ten balls, I called for a break. Workshops nearest to Downey according to prosecutors. Villareal County Quilters Guild will host watched as new turf was planted, okay. I had to save something for the include: was taken to the hospital but died their 34th annual “Sew Day” Wednesday, July 19 for the sewing lights improved and a new driving After enjoying a bottled water, paid nine holes later. Just then, South Whittier - Liberty the next day, prosecutors added. of charity quilts at the Downey facility took shape complete with I looked to my right and saw the Dan showed up and I gave him my Community Plaza Authorities began an Woman’s Club. an enclosed range and double new practice putting green and leftover balls for him to warm up 14181 Telegraph Rd. decided to start with baby steps. with. investigation into Villareal’s Decker driving tees. Tuesday, July 25, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 9 a.m. with free With that, I did what millions of Well, after my unofficial passing and learned that Robles My preparations were admission and free “tieing” of people do every day, I leaned over, professional golfer lesson, we and the victim reportedly had immense. Involving two thrift quilt lessons will be available at looked to the flag and…putted. made our way to the first hole fought prior to her death, stores, I bought the best $1.91 West Whittier - Los Nietos 10 a.m. Wow! It was just like the last round and began the two hour fun and according to prosecutors. golf clubs available. They included School District Board Room of miniature golf I played years laugh filled adventure of playing Investigators also discovered a No. 9, No. 7 and a wedge putter. 8324 Westman Ave. For further information call ago. the unofficial Norwalk Open as I Robles allegedly struck Villareal as Total investment so far was just Thursday, Aug. 3, 6:30 p.m. (562) 861-9562. over $6 bucks. After a few gratuitous Fred called it. she was holding their 4-year-old Next, I asked my good friend Flintstone like puts, I introduced The lights came on and just as child. myself to another “Golfer,” who Mr. Chow said, “It was as if daylight Dan De Armas to join me for the Hacienda Heights was preparing his go at the at night came on.” If convicted as charged, ABWA welcomes late afternoon adventure across Community Center practice green. We played for an hour, took a Robles faces a possible maximum from John Glenn High School. 1234 Valencia Ave. sentence of 31 years to life in state Arriving last Thursday in the He said his name was Sam Kim soft drink break on the patio and Cecile Harris Wednesday, July 26, 6:30 p.m. prison. late afternoon heat on my bike and that he had been driving by resumed our game finishing up at with my three “rescued,” golf clubs and saw the facility and turned 39 and Dan at 31 respectively. Not Walters into the parking lot. He lived in bad, I guess. and several used balls, I entered DOWNEY – The Eldorado Cerritos and always carried his We loaded my bike into the Topics to be discussed include Chapter of the American Business clubs in his trunk. trunk of Dan’s car and looked back rules for cannabis businesses, rules Volunteer Woman’s Association will be After talking for a few minutes, on a memorable time at the new for the cultivation of cannabis having its monthly meeting Mr. Kim shared that he was a facility. for personal use, taxation and opportunities Wednesday, July 19 at the Rio professional player on the Asian Can somebody pass the Ben revenue, and youth access and DOWNEY – Downey Hondo Event Center tour and was applying for his US Gay? exposure. Translation services will Community Health Center is be available. professional card. On Monday, July 17th at 10:00 looking for volunteers to interact The guest speaker for the My mind began to work. I told am, the Center will have its official In November 2016, California with their residents. evening will be Cecile Harris Grand Opening and dedication. voters approved Prop. 64, Walters. DCHC is seeking anyone with At 1:00 pm, free golf clinics will which legalized the possession, musical or fine art abilities, or She will be installing the commence along with half off cultivation and sale of cannabis by guest speakers. 2017 – 2018 board: President, buckets of driving range balls. adults for non-medical purposes. Carol Veatch; Vice President, Ilda The center is located at 13717 Volunteer opportunities are Prop. 64 also established Vaja; Secretary, Cleola Brown; Shoemaker Avenue. For further available Monday – Friday from 9 a regulatory framework for and Treasurer, Vivian Armijo. She information, the Center’s general a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday and commercial cannabis businesses, will also be sharing work with phone number is 562-921-7047. Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. including cultivators, edibles LegalShield. manufacturers and dispensaries. For more information, contact Walters has been a Business volunteer coordinator Carol Specialist with LegalShield for Romero at (562) 862-6506 or more than eight years. Prior to [email protected]. LegalShield. Prior to LegalShield, she had a over 33 year career with the City of Long Beach. Walters is a National Ambassador with the American Business Women’s Association and has been a member for 17 years.

Laser light show at Downey Theatre DOWNEY – The Downey City Library will present “Prismatica Extravaganza” at the Downey Theatre on July 24 at 4 pm. The family-friendly show features laser lights choroegraphed to pop and rock music. Admission is free. Thursday, July 13, 2017 Legal Notices The Downey Patriot | 11 new Fictitious Business Name Statement Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 15, 2017 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an Fict. Bus Name must be filed before the expiration. Effective Notice - In accordance with Subdivision Name Statement must be accompanied by Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 12, 2017 Individual January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name the affidavit of identity form. Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact Name Statement must be accompanied by Statement generally expires at the end of The filing of this statement does not of itself (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the affidavit of identity form. five years from the date on which it was filed authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: N/A NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement does not of itself in the office of the County Clerk, except, as Business Name in violation of the rights of five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this File Number 2017166478 authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, another under Federal, State or Common in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Business Name in violation of the rights of where it expires 40 days after any change in Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) SUNSHINE another under Federal, State or Common the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code). where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business PACKAGING, 12000 WOODRUFF AVE #A, Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business to Section 17913 other then a change in the the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant DOWNEY CA 90241, LA COUNTY and Professions Code). residence address of a registered owner. A The Downey Patriot to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor Articles of Incorporation or Organization new Fictitious Business Name Statement 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A The Downey Patriot must be filed before the expiration. Effective new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17, 8/3/17 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business FICTITIOUS BUSINESS must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ CHRISTINE J. WHITE, OWNER INTERCONTINENTAL HOLDINGS, INC., Name Statement must be accompanied by NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business This statement was filed with the County 12000 WOODRUFF AVE #A, DOWNEY FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the affidavit of identity form. File Number 2017170072 Name Statement must be accompanied by Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 26, 2017 CA 90241 NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement does not of itself THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS the affidavit of identity form. Notice - In accordance with Subdivision State of Incorporation: CA File Number 2017161863 authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) T & C The filing of this statement does not of itself (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Business Name in violation of the rights of UNLIMITED TRANSPORT, 7343 ADAMS authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Statement generally expires at the end of Corporation DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) POWERFUL another under Federal, State or Common STREET, PARAMOUNT CA 90723, LA Business Name in violation of the rights of five years from the date on which it was filed The date registrant started to transact MINDS USA, 12319 WOODRUFF AVE, Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business COUNTY another under Federal, State or Common in the office of the County Clerk, except, as business under the fictitious business name DOWNEY CA 90241, LA COUNTY and Professions Code). Articles of Incorporation or Organization Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, or names listed above: 06/2017 Articles of Incorporation or Organization Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A and Professions Code). where it expires 40 days after any change in I declare that all the information in this Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A The Downey Patriot REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) TOMMY the facts set forth in the statement pursuant statement is true and correct. (A registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) JULIAN 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 LEE NEWMAN, 7343 ADAMS STREET, The Downey Patriot to Section 17913 other then a change in the who declares as true any material matter GARDEA, 9905 PANGBORN AVE, PARAMOUNT CA 90723 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 residence address of a registered owner. A pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business DOWNEY CA 90240 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS State of Incorporation: N/A new Fictitious Business Name Statement and Professions Code that the registrant State of Incorporation: N/A NAME STATEMENT THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an FICTITIOUS BUSINESS must be filed before the expiration. Effective knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an File Number 2017147075 Individual NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business punishable by a fine not to exceed one Individual THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The date registrant started to transact File Number 2017150261 Name Statement must be accompanied by thousand dollars ($1,000).) The date registrant started to transact DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) JOZEN, 9615 business under the fictitious business name THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) the affidavit of identity form. S/ INTERCONTINENTAL HOLDINGS, INC., business under the fictitious business name BRIGHTON WAY SUITE 422, BEVERLY or names listed above: 07/2017 DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ONE TIME The filing of this statement does not of itself SECRETARY, BARBARA MOHAMMADI or names listed above: 05/2017 HILLS CA 90210, LA COUNTY I declare that all the information in this PLUMBING, 9264 DALEWOOD AVE, authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious This statement was filed with the County I declare that all the information in this Articles of Incorporation or Organization statement is true and correct. (A registrant DOWNEY CA 90240, LA COUNTY Business Name in violation of the rights of Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 28, 2017 statement is true and correct. (A registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common Notice - In accordance with Subdivision who declares as true any material matter REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) SHINOBU pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business NARUSE, 9051 VIA VISTA DR., BUENA and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) LUKE and Professions Code). Statement generally expires at the end of and Professions Code that the registrant PARK CA 90620 knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor H. VERCOE, 9264 DALEWOOD AVE, five years from the date on which it was filed knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor State of Incorporation: N/A punishable by a fine not to exceed one DOWNEY CA 90240 The Downey Patriot in the office of the County Clerk, except, as punishable by a fine not to exceed one THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an thousand dollars ($1,000).) State of Incorporation: N/A 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, thousand dollars ($1,000).) Individual S/ TOMMY LEE NEWMAN, OWNER THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an where it expires 40 days after any change in S/ JULIAN GARDEA, OWNER The date registrant started to transact This statement was filed with the County Individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the facts set forth in the statement pursuant This statement was filed with the County business under the fictitious business name Clerk of Los Angeles on JULY 3, 2017 The date registrant started to transact NAME STATEMENT to Section 17913 other then a change in the Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 22, 2017 or names listed above: N/A Notice - In accordance with Subdivision business under the fictitious business name File Number 2017157981 residence address of a registered owner. A Notice - In accordance with Subdivision I declare that all the information in this (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name or names listed above: 01/2011 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) new Fictitious Business Name Statement (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement is true and correct. (A registrant Statement generally expires at the end of I declare that all the information in this DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ASCO METALS, must be filed before the expiration. Effective Statement generally expires at the end of who declares as true any material matter five years from the date on which it was filed statement is true and correct. (A registrant 13014 E LOS NIETOS RD, SANTA FE January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business five years from the date on which it was filed pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as who declares as true any material matter SPRINGS CA 90670, LA COUNTY Name Statement must be accompanied by in the office of the County Clerk, except, as and Professions Code that the registrant provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Articles of Incorporation or Organization the affidavit of identity form. provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code that the registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A The filing of this statement does not of itself where it expires 40 days after any change in punishable by a fine not to exceed one the facts set forth in the statement pursuant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) ASC INC, authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious the facts set forth in the statement pursuant thousand dollars ($1,000).) to Section 17913 other then a change in the punishable by a fine not to exceed one 13014 E LOS NIETOS RD, SANTA FE Business Name in violation of the rights of to Section 17913 other then a change in the S/ SHINOBU NARUSE, OWNER residence address of a registered owner. A thousand dollars ($1,000).) SPRINGS CA 90670 another under Federal, State or Common residence address of a registered owner. A This statement was filed with the County new Fictitious Business Name Statement S/ LUKE H. VERCOE, OWNER State of Incorporation: N/A Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business new Fictitious Business Name Statement Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 7, 2017 must be filed before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a and Professions Code). must be filed before the expiration. Effective Notice - In accordance with Subdivision January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 9, 2017 Corporation January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Name Statement must be accompanied by Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact The Downey Patriot Name Statement must be accompanied by Statement generally expires at the end of the affidavit of identity form. (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 the affidavit of identity form. five years from the date on which it was filed The filing of this statement does not of itself Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: N/A The filing of this statement does not of itself in the office of the County Clerk, except, as authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this FICTITIOUS BUSINESS authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, Business Name in violation of the rights of in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant NAME STATEMENT Business Name in violation of the rights of where it expires 40 days after any change in another under Federal, State or Common provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter File Number 2017154608 another under Federal, State or Common the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business to Section 17913 other then a change in the and Professions Code). the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ECO BOOST and Professions Code). residence address of a registered owner. A to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor TRUCKING, 7109 VINEVALE AVE, BELL new Fictitious Business Name Statement The Downey Patriot residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one CA 90201, LA COUNTY The Downey Patriot must be filed before the expiration. Effective 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) Articles of Incorporation or Organization 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ ASC INC, SECRETARY, PETER P Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Name Statement must be accompanied by FICTITIOUS BUSINESS January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business BEROKOFF REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) JOEL FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the affidavit of identity form. NAME STATEMENT Name Statement must be accompanied by This statement was filed with the County VALDIVIA, 7109 VINEVALE AVE, BELL NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement does not of itself File Number 2017176597 the affidavit of identity form. Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 19, 2017 CA 90201 File Number 2017160756 authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The filing of this statement does not of itself Notice - In accordance with Subdivision State of Incorporation: N/A THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Business Name in violation of the rights of DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) BELLY BOMBZ authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) TRADING another under Federal, State or Common WHITTIER, 6717 COMSTOCK AVE., Business Name in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires at the end of Individual POST (2) TRADING POST DOWNEY, 9956 Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business WHITTIER CA 90601, LA COUNTY, 11824 another under Federal, State or Common five years from the date on which it was filed The date registrant started to transact LAKEWOOD BLVD, DOWNEY CA 90240, and Professions Code). ARTESIA BLVD., ARTESIA CA 90701 Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as business under the fictitious business name LA COUNTY Articles of Incorporation or Organization and Professions Code). provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, or names listed above: 06/2017 Articles of Incorporation or Organization The Downey Patriot Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A where it expires 40 days after any change in I declare that all the information in this Number (if applicable): AI #ON: 813631111 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) BBZW The Downey Patriot the facts set forth in the statement pursuant statement is true and correct. (A registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) FIFTH LLC, 11824 ARTESIA BLVD., ARTESIA 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 to Section 17913 other then a change in the who declares as true any material matter SIGN VENTURES, 9968 LAKEWOOD FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA 90701 residence address of a registered owner. A pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business BLVD, DOWNEY CA 90240 NAME STATEMENT State of Incorporation: N/A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS new Fictitious Business Name Statement and Professions Code that the registrant State of Incorporation: (1) CA File Number 2017176843 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a NAME STATEMENT must be filed before the expiration. Effective knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Limited Liability Company File Number 2017161996 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business punishable by a fine not to exceed one Corporation DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) LIBERTY LOCK The date registrant started to transact THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS Name Statement must be accompanied by thousand dollars ($1,000).) The date registrant started to transact AND KEY (2) LOCK AND KEY EXPRESS, business under the fictitious business name (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) LA the affidavit of identity form. S/ JOEL VALDIVIA, OWNER business under the fictitious business name 11718 PENNSYVANIA AVE., SOUTH or names listed above: 07/2017 MICHOACANA ICE CREAM VIP, 3837 The filing of this statement does not of itself This statement was filed with the County or names listed above: N/A GATE CA 90280, COUNTY OF LA I declare that all the information in this MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD #104, authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 15, 2017 I declare that all the information in this Articles of Incorporation or Organization statement is true and correct. (A registrant LLYNWOOD CA 90262, LA COUNTY, 4411 Business Name in violation of the rights of Notice - In accordance with Subdivision statement is true and correct. (A registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A who declares as true any material matter RAMONA WAY, NORCO CA 92860 another under Federal, State or Common (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name who declares as true any material matter REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Articles of Incorporation or Organization Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business Statement generally expires at the end of pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business MOISES D PAREDES CAMPOS, 11718 and Professions Code that the registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A and Professions Code). five years from the date on which it was filed and Professions Code that the registrant PENNSYVANIA AVE., SOUTH GATE CA knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) LA in the office of the County Clerk, except, as knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor 90280 punishable by a fine not to exceed one MICHOACANA ICE CREAM SHOP LLC, The Downey Patriot provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, punishable by a fine not to exceed one State of Incorporation: N/A thousand dollars ($1,000).) 3837 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 104, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 where it expires 40 days after any change in thousand dollars ($1,000).) THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an S/ BBZW LLC, CEO, ALBERT SHIM LYNWOOD CA 90260 the facts set forth in the statement pursuant S/ FIFTH SIGN VENTURES, PRESIDENT, Individual This statement was filed with the County State of Incorporation: CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to Section 17913 other then a change in the FLOWER HUIZAR The date registrant started to transact Clerk of Los Angeles on JULY 10, 2017 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a NAME STATEMENT residence address of a registered owner. A This statement was filed with the County business under the fictitious business name Notice - In accordance with Subdivision Limited Liability Company File Number 2017163608 new Fictitious Business Name Statement Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 21, 2017 or names listed above: N/A (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name The date registrant started to transact THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) must be filed before the expiration. Effective Notice - In accordance with Subdivision I declare that all the information in this Statement generally expires at the end of business under the fictitious business name DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) REPUBLIC January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement is true and correct. (A registrant five years from the date on which it was filed or names listed above: N/A LENDING, 17315 STUDEBAKER ROAD, Name Statement must be accompanied by Statement generally expires at the end of who declares as true any material matter in the office of the County Clerk, except, as I declare that all the information in this STE 300A, CERRITOS CA 90703, LA the affidavit of identity form. five years from the date on which it was filed pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, statement is true and correct. (A registrant COUNTY The filing of this statement does not of itself in the office of the County Clerk, except, as and Professions Code that the registrant where it expires 40 days after any change in who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor the facts set forth in the statement pursuant pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Business Name in violation of the rights of where it expires 40 days after any change in punishable by a fine not to exceed one to Section 17913 other then a change in the and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) REPUBLIC another under Federal, State or Common the facts set forth in the statement pursuant thousand dollars ($1,000).) residence address of a registered owner. A knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor LENDING CORPORATION, 17315 Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business to Section 17913 other then a change in the S/ MOISES D PAREDES CAMPOS, new Fictitious Business Name Statement punishable by a fine not to exceed one STUDEBAKER ROAD 300A, CERRITOS and Professions Code). residence address of a registered owner. A OWNER must be filed before the expiration. Effective thousand dollars ($1,000).) CA 90703 new Fictitious Business Name Statement This statement was filed with the County January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business S/ LA MICHOACANA ICE CREAM SHOP State of Incorporation: CA The Downey Patriot must be filed before the expiration. Effective Clerk of Los Angeles on JULY 10, 2017 Name Statement must be accompanied by LLC, PRESIDENT, DAMIAN FLORES THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Notice - In accordance with Subdivision the affidavit of identity form. This statement was filed with the County Corporation Name Statement must be accompanied by (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name The filing of this statement does not of itself Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 22, 2017 The date registrant started to transact FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the affidavit of identity form. Statement generally expires at the end of authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Notice - In accordance with Subdivision business under the fictitious business name NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement does not of itself five years from the date on which it was filed Business Name in violation of the rights of (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name or names listed above: N/A File Number 2017157759 authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious in the office of the County Clerk, except, as another under Federal, State or Common Statement generally expires at the end of I declare that all the information in this THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Business Name in violation of the rights of provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business five years from the date on which it was filed statement is true and correct. (A registrant DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) VISION AUTO another under Federal, State or Common where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code). in the office of the County Clerk, except, as who declares as true any material matter FIRM, 7833 SEPULVEDA BLVD #33, VAN Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business the facts set forth in the statement pursuant provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business NUYS CA 91405, LA COUNTY and Professions Code). to Section 17913 other then a change in the The Downey Patriot where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code that the registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization residence address of a registered owner. A 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17, 8/3/17 the facts set forth in the statement pursuant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A The Downey Patriot new Fictitious Business Name Statement to Section 17913 other then a change in the punishable by a fine not to exceed one REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 must be filed before the expiration. Effective FICTITIOUS BUSINESS residence address of a registered owner. A thousand dollars ($1,000).) GREGORIO JIMENEZ GUZMAN, 10423 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business NAME STATEMENT new Fictitious Business Name Statement S/ REPUBLIC LENDING CORPORATION, MALLISON AVE, SOUTH GATE CA 90280 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Name Statement must be accompanied by File Number 2017156803 must be filed before the expiration. Effective PRESIDENT, OMAR T HIJAZ State of Incorporation: N/A NAME STATEMENT the affidavit of identity form. THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an File Number 2017154380 The filing of this statement does not of itself DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) X-OR REAL Name Statement must be accompanied by Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 23, 2017 Individual THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious ESTATE SERVICES, 7840 FIRESTONE the affidavit of identity form. Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) MONTI- Business Name in violation of the rights of BLVD STE 201, DOWNEY CA 90241, LA The filing of this statement does not of itself (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name ENTERPRISES, 343 S. 3RD AVENUE, LA another under Federal, State or Common COUNTY authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: 06/2017 PUENTE CA 91746, LA COUNTY Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business Articles of Incorporation or Organization Business Name in violation of the rights of five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this Articles of Incorporation or Organization and Professions Code). Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A another under Federal, State or Common in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) ARTHUR Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) The Downey Patriot BRAVO CRUZ, 7840 FIRESTONE BLVD and Professions Code). where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business JONATHAN MONTENEGRO, 343 S. 3RD 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17, 8/3/17 STE 201, DOWNEY CA 90241 the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant AVENUE, LA PUENTE CA 91746 State of Incorporation: N/A The Downey Patriot to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor State of Incorporation: N/A STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Individual new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) Individual NAME The date registrant started to transact FICTITIOUS BUSINESS must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ GREGORIO JIMENEZ GUZMAN, The date registrant started to transact 2017154874 business under the fictitious business name NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business OWNER business under the fictitious business name FILE NO: 2014061162 DATE FILED: 3-6- or names listed above: 06/2017 File Number 2017163495 Name Statement must be accompanied by This statement was filed with the County or names listed above: N/A 2014 I declare that all the information in this THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) the affidavit of identity form. Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 19, 2017 I declare that all the information in this NAME OF BUSINESS(ES): X-OR REAL statement is true and correct. (A registrant DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) CAFÉ CON The filing of this statement does not of itself Notice - In accordance with Subdivision statement is true and correct. (A registrant ESTATE SERVICES who declares as true any material matter LIBROS, 280 WEST 2ND STREET, authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name who declares as true any material matter STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business POMONA CA 91766, LA COUNTY Business Name in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires at the end of pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business CODE: 7840 FIRESTONE BLVD, SUITE and Professions Code that the registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common five years from the date on which it was filed and Professions Code that the registrant 201, DOWNEY, CA 90241 knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) CARY punishable by a fine not to exceed one REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) NORMA and Professions Code). provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, punishable by a fine not to exceed one GOMEZ, 7840 FIRESTONE BLVD #201, thousand dollars ($1,000).) PATRICIA DEROBLES, 361 WEST 12TH where it expires 40 days after any change in thousand dollars ($1,000).) DOWNEY, CA 90241 S/ ARTHUR BRAVO CRUZ, OWNER STREET, CLAREMONT CA 91711 (2) The Downey Patriot the facts set forth in the statement pursuant S/ JONATHAN MONTENEGRO, OWNER If Corporation or LLC – Print State of This statement was filed with the County ADELAIDA BAUTISTA, 7850 MELVA 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 to Section 17913 other then a change in the This statement was filed with the County Incorporation/Organization: N/A Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 16, 2017 STREET, DOWNEY CA 90242 residence address of a registered owner. A Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 14, 2017 Business was conducted by: an Individual Notice - In accordance with Subdivision State of Incorporation: N/A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS new Fictitious Business Name Statement Notice - In accordance with Subdivision I declare that all information in this statement (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: NAME STATEMENT must be filed before the expiration. Effective (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name is true and correct. (A registrant who Statement generally expires at the end of Joint Venture File Number 2017163604 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Statement generally expires at the end of declares as true information which he or five years from the date on which it was filed The date registrant started to transact THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Name Statement must be accompanied by five years from the date on which it was filed she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) in the office of the County Clerk, except, as business under the fictitious business name DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ROYAL the affidavit of identity form. in the office of the County Clerk, except, as S/ CARY GOMEZ, OWNER provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, or names listed above: N/A WESTERN REALTY, 17315 STUDEBAKER The filing of this statement does not of itself provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, This statement was filed with the County where it expires 40 days after any change in I declare that all the information in this ROAD, STE 300A, CERRITOS CA 90703, authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious where it expires 40 days after any change in Clerk of LOS ANGELES on JUNE 15, 2017 the facts set forth in the statement pursuant statement is true and correct. (A registrant LA COUNTY Business Name in violation of the rights of the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other then a change in the who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common to Section 17913 other then a change in the The Downey Patriot residence address of a registered owner. A pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business residence address of a registered owner. A 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 new Fictitious Business Name Statement and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) ROYAL and Professions Code). new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. Effective knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor WESTERN REALTY, INC, 17315 must be filed before the expiration. Effective FICTITIOUS BUSINESS January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business punishable by a fine not to exceed one STUDEBAKER ROAD 300A, CERRITOS The Downey Patriot January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business NAME STATEMENT Name Statement must be accompanied by thousand dollars ($1,000).) CA 90703 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 Name Statement must be accompanied by File Number 2017157497 the affidavit of identity form. S/ ADELAIDA BAUTISTA, PARTNER State of Incorporation: CA the affidavit of identity form. THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The filing of this statement does not of itself This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The filing of this statement does not of itself DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) FA REAL WASH authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 23, 2017 Corporation NAME STATEMENT authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious MOBILE DETAILING, 3538 RIO HONDO Business Name in violation of the rights of Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact File Number 2017165503 Business Name in violation of the rights of AVE., ROSEMEAD CA 91770, LA COUNTY another under Federal, State or Common (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) another under Federal, State or Common Articles of Incorporation or Organization Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: N/A DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) EQUIP TECH, Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A and Professions Code). five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this 815 E BONDS ST, CARSON CA 90745, and Professions Code). REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) ERICK in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant LA COUNTY ALVARADO, 3538 RIO HONDO AVE., The Downey Patriot provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization The Downey Patriot ROSEMEAD CA 91770 (2) VILMA 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 ALVARADO, 3538 RIO HONDO, the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) AHMED ROSEMEAD CA 91770 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor PINA LINO, 815 E BONDS ST, CARSON FICTITIOUS BUSINESS State of Incorporation: N/A NAME STATEMENT residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one CA 90745 NAME STATEMENT THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a File Number 2017151539 new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) State of Incorporation: N/A File Number 2017154773 General Partnership THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ ROYAL WESTERN REALTY, INC, THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The date registrant started to transact DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ANDY + SULLY January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business PRESIDENT, OMAR T HIJAZ Individual DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) JUST LISTED, business under the fictitious business name PHOTOGRAPHY, 11532 PIONEER BLVD, Name Statement must be accompanied by This statement was filed with the County The date registrant started to transact 10445 LAKEWOOD BLVD, DOWNEY or names listed above: 06/2017 NORWALK CA 90650, LA COUNTY the affidavit of identity form. Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 23, 2017 business under the fictitious business name CA 90241, LA COUNTY, P.O. BOX 1021, I declare that all the information in this Articles of Incorporation or Organization The filing of this statement does not of itself Notice - In accordance with Subdivision or names listed above: N/A DOWNEY CA 90240 statement is true and correct. (A registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name I declare that all the information in this Articles of Incorporation or Organization who declares as true any material matter REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) SULLY Business Name in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires at the end of statement is true and correct. (A registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business ALCARAZ, 11532 PIONEER BLVD, another under Federal, State or Common five years from the date on which it was filed who declares as true any material matter REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) JAMES and Professions Code that the registrant NORWALK CA 90650 (2) ANDY ALCARAZ, Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business PHILLIPY, 10445 LAKEWOOD BLVD., knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor 11532 PIONEER BLVD, NORWALK CA and Professions Code). provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, and Professions Code that the registrant DOWNEY CA 90241 punishable by a fine not to exceed one 90650 where it expires 40 days after any change in knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor State of Incorporation: N/A thousand dollars ($1,000).) State of Incorporation: (1) CA (2) CA The Downey Patriot the facts set forth in the statement pursuant punishable by a fine not to exceed one THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an S/ ERICK ALVARADO, PARTNER THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 to Section 17913 other then a change in the thousand dollars ($1,000).) Individual This statement was filed with the County Married Couple residence address of a registered owner. A S/ AHMED PINA LINO, OWNER The date registrant started to transact Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 19, 2017 The date registrant started to transact FICTITIOUS BUSINESS new Fictitious Business Name Statement This statement was filed with the County business under the fictitious business name Notice - In accordance with Subdivision business under the fictitious business name NAME STATEMENT must be filed before the expiration. Effective Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 27, 2017 or names listed above: N/A (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name or names listed above: N/A File Number 2017164693 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Notice - In accordance with Subdivision I declare that all the information in this Statement generally expires at the end of I declare that all the information in this THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Name Statement must be accompanied by (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement is true and correct. (A registrant five years from the date on which it was filed statement is true and correct. (A registrant DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) WHITE HOUSE the affidavit of identity form. Statement generally expires at the end of who declares as true any material matter in the office of the County Clerk, except, as who declares as true any material matter CONCESSIONS, 320 W. BENNETT ST., The filing of this statement does not of itself five years from the date on which it was filed pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business COMPTON CA 90220, LA COUNTY authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious in the office of the County Clerk, except, as and Professions Code that the registrant where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code that the registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization Business Name in violation of the rights of provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor the facts set forth in the statement pursuant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A another under Federal, State or Common where it expires 40 days after any change in punishable by a fine not to exceed one to Section 17913 other then a change in the punishable by a fine not to exceed one REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business the facts set forth in the statement pursuant thousand dollars ($1,000).) residence address of a registered owner. A thousand dollars ($1,000).) CHRISTINE J. WHITE, 320 W. BENNETT and Professions Code). to Section 17913 other then a change in the S/ JAMES PHILLIPY, OWNER new Fictitious Business Name Statement S/ SULLY ALCARAZ, OWNER, SULLY ST., COMPTON CA 90220 residence address of a registered owner. A This statement was filed with the County must be filed before the expiration. Effective ALCARAZ State of Incorporation: N/A The Downey Patriot 12 | The Downey Patriot Legal Notices Thursday, July 13, 2017 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ KARKOUR FINE JEWELRY, INC, CEO, State of Incorporation: N/A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 8:00 a.m.: No bid shall be accepted from January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business SIMON K. SIMONIAN THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an NAME STATEMENT any bidder failing to comply with attending FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Name Statement must be accompanied by This statement was filed with the County Individual File Number 2017155392 the mandatory bidder’s conference. NAME STATEMENT the affidavit of identity form. Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 19, 2017 The date registrant started to transact THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) File Number 2017159222 The filing of this statement does not of itself Notice - In accordance with Subdivision business under the fictitious business name DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ZWEBER The District has obtained from the Department THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name or names listed above: 06/2017 APOTHECARY#2, 10800 PARAMOUNT of Industrial Relations the general prevailing DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) HENRYS SHOE Business Name in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires at the end of I declare that all the information in this BLVD, DOWNEY CA 90241, LA COUNTY, rate of per diem wages and the general EXPERIENCE, 9464 TELEGRAPH ROAD, another under Federal, State or Common five years from the date on which it was filed statement is true and correct. (A registrant 11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE SUITE #107, prevailing rate for holiday and overtime DOWNEY CA 90240, LA COUNTY Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as who declares as true any material matter DOWNEY CA 90241 work for the Los Angeles County area for Articles of Incorporation or Organization and Professions Code). provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Articles of Incorporation or Organization each trade, craft, classification, or type Number (if applicable): AI #ON: C2139715 where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code that the registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: 1214130 of work needed to execute the contract. REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) J.J.C.V.B. The Downey Patriot the facts set forth in the statement pursuant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) Holiday rates shall be paid as specified in the GANDARA, INC., 9464 TELEGRAPH 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 to Section 17913 other then a change in the punishable by a fine not to exceed one TILLEY APOTHECARIES, INC, 11411 collective bargaining agreement applicable ROAD, DOWNEY CA 90240 residence address of a registered owner. A thousand dollars ($1,000).) BROOKSHIRE AVE SUITE #107, DOWNEY to each particular trade, craft, classification, State of Incorporation: CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS new Fictitious Business Name Statement S/ SOMBOON MANEEKOBKUNWONG, CA 90241 or type of work employed on the project. THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a NAME STATEMENT must be filed before the expiration. Effective OWNER State of Incorporation: CA Corporation File Number 2017165499 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a Copies of schedules of rates so determined The date registrant started to transact THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Name Statement must be accompanied by Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 20, 2017 Corporation are available on the Internet at (http://www. business under the fictitious business name DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) LUXAIO L. P., the affidavit of identity form. Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact dir.ca.gov/DIR/S&R/statistics_research. or names listed above: 01/1984 9936 SMALLWOOD AVE., DOWNEY CA The filing of this statement does not of itself (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name html) and are on file and available at the I declare that all the information in this 90240, LA COUNTY authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: 11/2006 District Office address noted above. In statement is true and correct. (A registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization Business Name in violation of the rights of five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this accordance with Section 1773.2 of the who declares as true any material matter Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A another under Federal, State or Common in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant California Labor Code, the Contractor pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) DONALD Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter shall post a copy of the determination of and Professions Code that the registrant DAVID POLLARD, 9936 SMALLWOOD and Professions Code). where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business prevailing rate of wages at each jobsite. knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor AVE., DOWNEY CA 90240 (2) STEVE the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant The schedule of per diem wages is based punishable by a fine not to exceed one JAN, 732 E. VALENCIA AVE., ANAHEIM The Downey Patriot to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor upon a working day of eight (8) hours. The thousand dollars ($1,000).) CA 92805 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one rate for holiday and overtime work shall be S/ J.J.C.V.B. GANDARA, INC., State of Incorporation: N/A new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) at time plus one-half. The Contractor and SECRETARY, IRMA GANDARA THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a FICTITIOUS BUSINESS must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ TILLEY APOTHECARIES, INC, VICE any subcontractor(s) shall pay not less This statement was filed with the County Limited Partnership NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business PRESIDENT, KAREN TILLEY than the specified prevailing rates of wages Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 20, 2017 The date registrant started to transact File Number 2017141548 Name Statement must be accompanied by This statement was filed with the County to all workers employed by them in the Notice - In accordance with Subdivision business under the fictitious business name THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) the affidavit of identity form. Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 15, 2017 execution of the contract. In accordance (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name or names listed above: N/A DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) DV PARTY The filing of this statement does not of itself Notice - In accordance with Subdivision with provisions of the Public Contract Code Statement generally expires at the end of I declare that all the information in this RENTALS, 11728 COLDBROOK AVE #4, authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Section 22300, substitution of eligible and five years from the date on which it was filed statement is true and correct. (A registrant DOWNEY CA 90241, LA COUNTY Business Name in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires at the end of equivalent securities for any monies withheld in the office of the County Clerk, except, as who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common five years from the date on which it was filed to ensure performance under this contract provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as will be permitted at the request and expense where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) DIEGO and Professions Code). provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, of the Contractor. the facts set forth in the statement pursuant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor VAZQUEZ, 11728 COLDBROOK AVE #4, where it expires 40 days after any change in to Section 17913 other then a change in the punishable by a fine not to exceed one DOWNEY CA 90241 The Downey Patriot the facts set forth in the statement pursuant No bidder may withdraw their bid for a period residence address of a registered owner. A thousand dollars ($1,000).) State of Incorporation: N/A 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 to Section 17913 other then a change in the of ninety (90) days after the date for the new Fictitious Business Name Statement S/ DONALD DAVID POLLARD, GENERAL THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an residence address of a registered owner. A opening of bids. must be filed before the expiration. Effective PARTNER Individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS new Fictitious Business Name Statement January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business This statement was filed with the County The date registrant started to transact NAME STATEMENT must be filed before the expiration. Effective All bidders and their subcontractors MUST Name Statement must be accompanied by Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 27, 2017 business under the fictitious business name File Number 2017168121 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business be registered with the Department of the affidavit of identity form. Notice - In accordance with Subdivision or names listed above: 05/2017 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Name Statement must be accompanied by Industrial Relations (DIR) and possess a The filing of this statement does not of itself (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name I declare that all the information in this DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ETTS (2) the affidavit of identity form. current and valid DIR registration number authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Statement generally expires at the end of statement is true and correct. (A registrant ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING AND The filing of this statement does not of itself at the time of bid submission. Business Name in violation of the rights of five years from the date on which it was filed who declares as true any material matter TECHNICAL SERVICES, 16347 ALPINE authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious another under Federal, State or Common in the office of the County Clerk, except, as pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business PL, LA MIRADA CA 90638, LA COUNTY Business Name in violation of the rights of The District reserves the right to reject Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, and Professions Code that the registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common any and all bids or to waive irregularities and Professions Code). where it expires 40 days after any change in knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in any bid. the facts set forth in the statement pursuant punishable by a fine not to exceed one REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) STEPHEN and Professions Code). The Downey Patriot to Section 17913 other then a change in the thousand dollars ($1,000).) E. KATNIK, 16347 ALPINE PL, LA MIRADA The Downey Unified School District is an 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 residence address of a registered owner. A S/ DIEGO VAZQUEZ, OWNER CA 90638 The Downey Patriot “Equal Opportunity” employer. Qualified new Fictitious Business Name Statement This statement was filed with the County State of Incorporation: N/A 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises FICTITIOUS BUSINESS must be filed before the expiration. Effective Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 1, 2017 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an (DVBE) are encouraged to participate in NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Notice - In accordance with Subdivision Individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS this project. File Number 2017157708 Name Statement must be accompanied by (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name The date registrant started to transact NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) the affidavit of identity form. Statement generally expires at the end of business under the fictitious business name File Number 2017156613 Darren Purseglove, C.P.M. DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) KFJ, 628 The filing of this statement does not of itself five years from the date on which it was filed or names listed above: N/A THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) SOUTH HILL STREET, LOS ANGELES CA authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious in the office of the County Clerk, except, as I declare that all the information in this DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) INTEGRAL3 Darren Purseglove 90014, LA COUNTY Business Name in violation of the rights of provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, statement is true and correct. (A registrant PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, 2656 PALM Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common where it expires 40 days after any change in who declares as true any material matter PLACE, SOUTH GATE CA 90280, LA Director, Purchasing and Warehouse Number (if applicable): AI #ON: 3045124 Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business the facts set forth in the statement pursuant pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business COUNTY REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) KARKOUR and Professions Code). to Section 17913 other then a change in the and Professions Code that the registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization Downey Unified School District FINE JEWELRY, INC., 628 SOUTH HILL residence address of a registered owner. A knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A STREET, LOS ANGELES CA 90014 The Downey Patriot new Fictitious Business Name Statement punishable by a fine not to exceed one REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) MANUEL Los Angeles, County, State of California State of Incorporation: CA 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 must be filed before the expiration. Effective thousand dollars ($1,000).) J MURILLO, 2656 PALM PLACE, SOUTH THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business S/ STEPHEN E. KATNIK, OWNER GATE CA 90280 Corporation The Downey Patriot FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Name Statement must be accompanied by This statement was filed with the County State of Incorporation: N/A 7/6/17, 7/13/17 The date registrant started to transact NAME STATEMENT the affidavit of identity form. Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 29, 2017 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an business under the fictitious business name File Number 2017166102 The filing of this statement does not of itself Notice - In accordance with Subdivision Individual or names listed above: 08/2008 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name The date registrant started to transact I declare that all the information in this DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) BECKY JO’S Business Name in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires at the end of business under the fictitious business name Notices statement is true and correct. (A registrant NOTARY SERVICE, 1347 E SCHINNER another under Federal, State or Common five years from the date on which it was filed or names listed above: 06/2017 who declares as true any material matter ST., COMPTON CA 90221, LA COUNTY Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as I declare that all the information in this SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Articles of Incorporation or Organization and Professions Code). provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, statement is true and correct. (A registrant and Professions Code that the registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES where it expires 40 days after any change in who declares as true any material matter ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) BECKY The Downey Patriot the facts set forth in the statement pursuant pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business punishable by a fine not to exceed one JO SARAVIA, 1347 E SCHINNER ST, FOR CHANGE OF NAME 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 to Section 17913 other then a change in the and Professions Code that the registrant CASE NUMBER: VS030537 thousand dollars ($1,000).) COMPTON CA 90221 residence address of a registered owner. A knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor S/ KARKOUR FINE JEWELRY, INC., CEO, State of Incorporation: N/A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner new Fictitious Business Name Statement punishable by a fine not to exceed one Jungsuh Park, Suhyun Kim filed a petition SIMON SIMONIAN THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an NAME STATEMENT must be filed before the expiration. Effective thousand dollars ($1,000).) This statement was filed with the County Individual File Number 2017159326 with this court for a decree changing names January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business S/ MANUEL J MURILLO, OWNER as follows: Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 19, 2017 The date registrant started to transact THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) Name Statement must be accompanied by This statement was filed with the County Notice - In accordance with Subdivision business under the fictitious business name DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) COLIMA UNION Present name (1) CHANWOONG JOSEPH the affidavit of identity form. Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 16, 2017 PARK to Proposed name (1) JOSEPH (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name or names listed above: 06/2017 76, 18307 COLIMA ROAD, ROWLAND The filing of this statement does not of itself Notice - In accordance with Subdivision Statement generally expires at the end of I declare that all the information in this HEIGHTS CA 91748, LA COUNTY CHANWOONG PARK authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name THE COURT ORDERS that all persons five years from the date on which it was filed statement is true and correct. (A registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization Business Name in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires at the end of in the office of the County Clerk, except, as who declares as true any material matter Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A interested in this matter appear before this another under Federal, State or Common five years from the date on which it was filed court at the hearing indicated below to show provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) WADIH Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business in the office of the County Clerk, except, as where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code that the registrant SEMAAN, 11702 JERRY STREET, cause, if any, why the petition for change of and Professions Code). provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, name should not be granted. Any person the facts set forth in the statement pursuant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor CERRITOS CA 90703 (2) KAWKAB where it expires 40 days after any change in to Section 17913 other then a change in the punishable by a fine not to exceed one SEMAAN, 11702 JERRY STREET, objecting to the name changes described The Downey Patriot the facts set forth in the statement pursuant above must file a written objection that residence address of a registered owner. A thousand dollars ($1,000).) CERRITOS CA 90703 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17, 8/3/17 to Section 17913 other then a change in the new Fictitious Business Name Statement S/ BECKY JO SARAVIA, OWNER State of Incorporation: N/A includes the reasons for the objection at residence address of a registered owner. A least two court days before the matter is must be filed before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a FICTITIOUS BUSINESS new Fictitious Business Name Statement January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 27, 2017 Married Couple NAME STATEMENT scheduled to be heard and must appear at must be filed before the expiration. Effective the hearing to show cause why the petition Name Statement must be accompanied by Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact File Number 2017159582 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business the affidavit of identity form. (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) should not be granted. If no written objection Name Statement must be accompanied by is timely filed, the court may grant the petition The filing of this statement does not of itself Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: 01/2010 DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) CONTINENTAL the affidavit of identity form. authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this AWNINGS, 8614 FLOWER ST SPC # 23, without a hearing. The filing of this statement does not of itself NOTICE OF HEARING Business Name in violation of the rights of in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant PARAMOUNT CA 90723, LA COUNTY authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious another under Federal, State or Common provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization Date: August 23, 2017, Time: 1:30 pm, Business Name in violation of the rights of Department: C, Room: 312 Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A another under Federal, State or Common and Professions Code). the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) EFRAIN The address of the court is NORWALK Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business SUPERIOR COURT CLERKS OFFICE, to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor LUIS, 8614 FLOWER ST SPC # 23, and Professions Code). The Downey Patriot residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one PARAMOUNT CA 90723 12720 NORWALK BLVD., RM. 101, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) State of Incorporation: N/A NORWALK, CALIFORNIA 90650 The Downey Patriot A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ WADIH SEMAAN, OWNER THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business This statement was filed with the County Individual be published at least once a week for four NAME STATEMENT Name Statement must be accompanied by Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 20, 2017 The date registrant started to transact FICTITIOUS BUSINESS successive weeks prior to the date set File Number 2017154766 the affidavit of identity form. Notice - In accordance with Subdivision business under the fictitious business name NAME STATEMENT for hearing on the petition in the following THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The filing of this statement does not of itself (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name or names listed above: N/A File Number 2017163120 newspaper of general circulation, printed in DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) JMCRUZ, 6050 authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Statement generally expires at the end of I declare that all the information in this THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) the county, DOWNEY PATRIOT GARDENDALE ST, SOUTH GATE CA Business Name in violation of the rights of five years from the date on which it was filed statement is true and correct. (A registrant DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) CROWNED June 20, 2017 90280, LA COUNTY another under Federal, State or Common in the office of the County Clerk, except, as who declares as true any material matter WEAR, 14409 E. TERRYKNOLL DR., Judge Margaret M. Bernal Articles of Incorporation or Organization Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business WHITTIER CA 90604, LA COUNTY Judge Of The Superior Court Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A and Professions Code). where it expires 40 days after any change in and Professions Code that the registrant Articles of Incorporation or Organization Petitioner or Attorney, In Pro Per REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) JOSHUA the facts set forth in the statement pursuant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Jungsuh Park, Suhyun Kim MICHAEL CRUZ, 6050 GARDENDALE ST, The Downey Patriot to Section 17913 other then a change in the punishable by a fine not to exceed one REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) GERARDO 12301 Studebaker Rd SOUTH GATE CA 90280 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 residence address of a registered owner. A thousand dollars ($1,000).) AVILA, 14409 E. TERRYKNOLL DR., Norwalk, CA 90650 (APT 145) State of Incorporation: N/A new Fictitious Business Name Statement S/ EFRAIN LUIS, OWNER WHITTIER CA 90604 (2) MARIA E. AVILA, (323) 608-9779 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an FICTITIOUS BUSINESS must be filed before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed with the County 14409 E. TERRYKNOLL DR., WHITTIER Individual NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 20, 2017 CA 90604 The Downey Patriot The date registrant started to transact File Number 2017177850 Name Statement must be accompanied by Notice - In accordance with Subdivision State of Incorporation: N/A 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 business under the fictitious business name THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS the affidavit of identity form. (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a or names listed above: 06/2017 (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) JE & SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, The filing of this statement does not of itself Statement generally expires at the end of Married Couple COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES I declare that all the information in this ASSOCIATES, 8301 FLORENCE AVE STE authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious five years from the date on which it was filed The date registrant started to transact statement is true and correct. (A registrant 316, DOWNEY CA 90240, LA COUNTY ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Business Name in violation of the rights of in the office of the County Clerk, except, as business under the fictitious business name FOR CHANGE OF NAME who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, or names listed above: N/A pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: 3964976 CASE NUMBER: VS030543 Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business where it expires 40 days after any change in I declare that all the information in this TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) JE & and Professions Code). the facts set forth in the statement pursuant statement is true and correct. (A registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor ASSOCIATES, AN ACCOUNTANCY Esperanza Maria Aceves filed a petition with to Section 17913 other then a change in the who declares as true any material matter this court for a decree changing names as punishable by a fine not to exceed one CORPORATION, 8301 FLORENCE AVE The Downey Patriot residence address of a registered owner. A pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business thousand dollars ($1,000).) STE 316, DOWNEY CA 90240 follows: 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 new Fictitious Business Name Statement and Professions Code that the registrant Present name (1) Esperanza Maria Aceves S/ JOSHUA MICHAEL CRUZ, OWNER State of Incorporation: CA must be filed before the expiration. Effective knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to Proposed name (1) Maria Esperanza January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business punishable by a fine not to exceed one Aceves Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 15, 2017 Corporation NAME STATEMENT Name Statement must be accompanied by thousand dollars ($1,000).) Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact File Number 2017176885 THE COURT ORDERS that all persons the affidavit of identity form. S/ GERARDO AVILA, HUSBAND interested in this matter appear before this (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The filing of this statement does not of itself This statement was filed with the County Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: 07/2017 DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) SOBER court at the hearing indicated below to show authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 23, 2017 cause, if any, why the petition for change of five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this TRANSITIONAL GUEST HOUSE, 3001 Business Name in violation of the rights of Notice - In accordance with Subdivision in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant WEST BEVERLY BLVD. UNIT 102, name should not be granted. Any person another under Federal, State or Common (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name objecting to the name changes described provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter MONTEBELLO CA 90640, LA COUNTY Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business Statement generally expires at the end of where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Articles of Incorporation or Organization above must file a written objection that and Professions Code). five years from the date on which it was filed includes the reasons for the objection at the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: 3010882 in the office of the County Clerk, except, as to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) S.O.B.E.R., least two court days before the matter is The Downey Patriot provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, scheduled to be heard and must appear at residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one INTERNATIONAL, 3001 WEST BEVERLY 6/22/17, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 where it expires 40 days after any change in new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) BLVD. UNIT 102, MONTEBELLO CA 90640 the hearing to show cause why the petition the facts set forth in the statement pursuant should not be granted. If no written objection must be filed before the expiration. Effective S/ JE & ASSOCIATES, AN ACCOUNTANCY State of Incorporation: CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to Section 17913 other then a change in the January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business CORPORATION, PRESIDENT, JESSE THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a NAME STATEMENT is timely filed, the court may grant the petition residence address of a registered owner. A without a hearing. Name Statement must be accompanied by GALLARDO JR. Corporation File Number 2017169114 new Fictitious Business Name Statement the affidavit of identity form. This statement was filed with the County The date registrant started to transact THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) NOTICE OF HEARING must be filed before the expiration. Effective Date: August 23, 2017, Time: 1:30 pm, The filing of this statement does not of itself Clerk of Los Angeles on JULY 11, 2017 business under the fictitious business name DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) ELECTROLYSIS January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Notice - In accordance with Subdivision or names listed above: 07/2017 BY VERO, 8615 E. FLORENCE AVE. Department: C, Room: 312 Name Statement must be accompanied by The address of the court is SUPERIOR Business Name in violation of the rights of (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name I declare that all the information in this SUITE 212, DOWNEY CA 90240, LA the affidavit of identity form. another under Federal, State or Common Statement generally expires at the end of statement is true and correct. (A registrant COUNTY COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY The filing of this statement does not of itself OF Los Angeles, 12400 Imperial Hwy, Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business five years from the date on which it was filed who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious and Professions Code). in the office of the County Clerk, except, as pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A Norwalk Ca. 90650 Business Name in violation of the rights of A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) VERONICA another under Federal, State or Common The Downey Patriot where it expires 40 days after any change in knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor ELIZABETH PRADO, 9223 KARMONT AVE, be published at least once a week for four Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business successive weeks prior to the date set 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 the facts set forth in the statement pursuant punishable by a fine not to exceed one SOUTH GATE CA 90280 and Professions Code). to Section 17913 other then a change in the thousand dollars ($1,000).) State of Incorporation: N/A for hearing on the petition in the following FICTITIOUS BUSINESS residence address of a registered owner. A S/ S.O.B.E.R., INTERNATIONAL, THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an newspaper of general circulation, printed in The Downey Patriot the county, DOWNEY PATRIOT NAME STATEMENT new Fictitious Business Name Statement SECRETARY, CYNTHIA GARCIA Individual 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 File Number 2017159180 must be filed before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed with the County The date registrant started to transact June 22, 2017 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Clerk of Los Angeles on JULY 10, 2017 business under the fictitious business name Judge Margaret M. Bernal DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) SNAZZY Name Statement must be accompanied by Notice - In accordance with Subdivision or names listed above: 06/2017 Judge Of The Superior Court STRANDS HUMAN HAIR, 1630 the affidavit of identity form. (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name I declare that all the information in this Government Petitioner or Attorney, In Pro Per CENTINELA AVE SUITE 208, INGLEWOOD The filing of this statement does not of itself Statement generally expires at the end of statement is true and correct. (A registrant Esperanza Maria Aceves CA 90302, LA COUNTY, 708 VENICE WAY authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious five years from the date on which it was filed who declares as true any material matter 9304 Coolhurst Dr. UNIT 3, INGLEWOOD CA 90302 NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS CALLING Pico Rivera Ca. 90660 Business Name in violation of the rights of in the office of the County Clerk, except, as pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business FOR BIDS Articles of Incorporation or Organization another under Federal, State or Common provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, and Professions Code that the registrant (562) 942-9964 Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A [email protected] Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business where it expires 40 days after any change in knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) SHERA and Professions Code). the facts set forth in the statement pursuant punishable by a fine not to exceed one CHERIE TEMPLE, 708 VENICE WAY UNIT Downey Unified School District (“District”) The Downey Patriot to Section 17913 other then a change in the thousand dollars ($1,000).) of Los Angeles County, California, acting by 3, INGLEWOOD CA 90302 The Downey Patriot residence address of a registered owner. A S/ VERONICA ELIZABETH PRADO, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 State of Incorporation: N/A and through its Governing Board (“Board”), 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17, 8/3/17 new Fictitious Business Name Statement OWNER will receive up to, but not later than, 1:30 THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: an must be filed before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed with the County Individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS p.m. on August 8th, 2017, sealed bids for January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 30, 2017 the award of a contract for: The date registrant started to transact NAME STATEMENT Name Statement must be accompanied by Notice - In accordance with Subdivision Probate business under the fictitious business name File Number 2017157623 the affidavit of identity form. (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Bid #17/18-07 or names listed above: 06/2017 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The filing of this statement does not of itself Statement generally expires at the end of NOTICE OF PETITION TO I declare that all the information in this DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) KFJ TRADING, authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious five years from the date on which it was filed ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BETTE statement is true and correct. (A registrant 628 S HILL ST, LOS ANGELES CA 90014, EXTERIOR PAINTING OF DOWNEY LORRAINE ANDRIL aka BETTE L. Business Name in violation of the rights of in the office of the County Clerk, except, as HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM who declares as true any material matter LA COUNTY another under Federal, State or Common provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, ANDRIL pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Articles of Incorporation or Organization Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business where it expires 40 days after any change in Case No. 17STPB06033 and Professions Code that the registrant Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A All bids shall be made and presented on To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, and Professions Code). the facts set forth in the statement pursuant a form furnished by the District. Bids shall knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) KARKOUR to Section 17913 other then a change in the contingent creditors, and persons who may punishable by a fine not to exceed one FINE JEWELRY, INC, 628 S HILL ST, LOS be received in the office of the Director, otherwise be interested in the will or estate, The Downey Patriot residence address of a registered owner. A Purchasing and Warehouse and shall be thousand dollars ($1,000).) ANGELES CA 90014 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17, 8/3/17 new Fictitious Business Name Statement or both, of BETTE LORRAINE ANDRIL aka S/ SHERA CHERIE TEMPLE, OWNER State of Incorporation: CA opened and publicly read aloud at the above BETTE L. ANDRIL must be filed before the expiration. Effective stated time and place. This statement was filed with the County THIS BUSINESS IS CONDUCTED BY: a FICTITIOUS BUSINESS January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Business A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed Clerk of Los Angeles on JUNE 20, 2017 Corporation NAME STATEMENT Name Statement must be accompanied by by Dana Michael Andril in the Superior Court Notice - In accordance with Subdivision The date registrant started to transact File Number 2017159504 Each bid must conform with and be of California, County of LOS ANGELES. the affidavit of identity form. responsive to the contract documents, (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name business under the fictitious business name THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) The filing of this statement does not of itself THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests Statement generally expires at the end of or names listed above: N/A DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) THAI FIESTA copies of which are on file and may be that Dana Michael Andril be appointed as authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious obtained electronically on or after July five years from the date on which it was filed I declare that all the information in this CAFÉ, 8408 E. ALONDRA BLVD., Business Name in violation of the rights of personal representative to administer the in the office of the County Clerk, except, as statement is true and correct. (A registrant PARAMOUNT CA 90723, LA COUNTY 6, 2017 - Contact Edwin Munguia at estate of the decedent. another under Federal, State or Common [email protected] provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, who declares as true any material matter Articles of Incorporation or Organization Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business THE PETITION requests authority to where it expires 40 days after any change in pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business Number (if applicable): AI #ON: N/A and Professions Code). administer the estate under the Independent the facts set forth in the statement pursuant and Professions Code that the registrant REGISTERED OWNERS(S): (1) A mandatory bidder’s conference and Administration of Estates Act. (This authority to Section 17913 other then a change in the knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor SOMBOON MANEEKOBKUNWONG, job-walk will be conducted at Downey will allow the personal representative The Downey Patriot High School 11040 Brookshire Ave, residence address of a registered owner. A punishable by a fine not to exceed one 8408 E. ALONDRA BLVD., PARAMOUNT 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 to take many actions without obtaining new Fictitious Business Name Statement thousand dollars ($1,000).) CA 90723 Downey, CA 90241 on July 21, 2016 at court approval. Before taking certain very Thursday, July 13, 2017 Legal Notices/Classifieds The Downey Patriot | 13 CLASSIFIEDS Employment Services Services Services Services Yard Sale

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The independent administration CN938213 MCGOUGH the scheduled sale may not immediately a fee for this information. If you consult appointed Trustee under and pursuant to bidder at the auction, you are or may be authority will be granted unless an interested Jul 6,13,20, 2017 be reflected in the telephone information either of these resources, you should be Deed of Trust Recorded on 01/27/2006 as responsible for paying off all liens senior to person files an objection to the petition and or on the Internet Web site. The best way aware that the same lender may hold more Instrument No. 06 0202643 of official records the lien being auctioned off, before you can shows good cause why the court should not CN938213 to verify postponement information is to than one mortgage or deed of trust on the in the office of the County Recorder of LOS receive clear title to the property. You are grant the authority. The Downey Patriot attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA. encouraged to investigate the existence, A HEARING on the petition will be held 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: The sale date shown on this notice of sale EXECUTED BY: ANNA HERNANDEZ priority, and size of outstanding liens that on August 7, 2017 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. AUCTION.COM, LLC 800-280-2832 www. may be postponed one or more times by the AND JESUS HERNANDEZ, WIFE AND may exist on this property by contacting the 99 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, auction.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS, WILL county recorder’s office or a title insurance CA 90012. TREDER and WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS pursuant to Section 2924g of the California SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST company, either of which may charge you IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the Trustee Sales A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO Civil Code. The law requires that information BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ a fee for this information. If you consult petition, you should appear at the hearing COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION about trustee sale postponements be made CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of either of these resources, you should be and state your objections or file written NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT available to you and to the public, as a payment authorized by California Civil Code aware that the same lender may hold objections with the court before the hearing. Sale No. : 00000006008494 Title Order PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER courtesy to those not present at the sale. 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful more than one mortgage or deed of trust Your appearance may be in person or by No.: 160131475 FHA/VA/PMI No.: 041- TREDER and WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 If you wish to learn whether your sale date money of the United States). DATE OF on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY your attorney. 9955378-731 ATTENTION RECORDER: Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA has been postponed, and, if applicable, the SALE: 08/14/2017. TIME OF SALE: 11:00 OWNER: The sale date shown on this IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 06/26/2017 rescheduled time and date for the sale of AM. PLACE OF SALE: BY THE FOUNTAIN notice of sale may be postponed one or creditor of the decedent, you must file your AN ATTACHED SUMMARY APPLIES BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER this property, you may call 714-730-2727 LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, claim with the court and mail a copy to the ONLY TO COPIES PROVIDED TO THE and WEISS, LLP 4004 Belt Line Road, Suite or visit this Internet Web site www.ndscorp. POMONA, CA 91766. STREET ADDRESS trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section personal representative appointed by the TRUSTOR, NOT TO THIS RECORDED 100 Addison, Texas 75001-4320 Telephone: com/sales, using the file number assigned and other common designation, if any, of the 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law court within the later of either (1) four months ORIGINAL NOTICE. NOTE: THERE IS A (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661- to this case 16-20519-SP-CA. Information real property described above is purported requires that information about trustee sale from the date of first issuance of letters to a SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN 7800 A-4625184 06/29/2017, 07/06/2017, about postponements that are very short to be: 8549 OTTO STREET, DOWNEY, postponements be made available to you general personal representative, as defined THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE 07/13/2017 in duration or that occur close in time to CALIFORNIA 90240. APN#: 6363-017-008. and to the public, as a courtesy to those in section 58(b) of the California Probate IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, the scheduled sale may not immediately be The undersigned Trustee disclaims any not present at the sale. If you wish to learn Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing DATED 11/20/1997. UNLESS YOU TAKE The Downey Patriot reflected in the telephone information or on liability for any incorrectness of the street whether your sale date has been postponed, or personal delivery to you of a notice under ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, 6/29/17, 7/6/17, 7/13/17 the Internet Web site. The best way to verify address and other common designation, if and, if applicable, the rescheduled time section 9052 of the California Probate Code. IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. postponement information is to attend the any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, and date for the sale of this property, you Other California statutes and legal authority IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. scheduled sale. Date: 06/29/2017 National but without covenant or warranty, expressed may call 714-730-2727 for information may affect your rights as a creditor. You THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING 16-20519-SP-CA Title No. 160330088-CA- Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany or implied, regarding title, possession, regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this may want to consult with an attorney AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT VOI A.P.N. 6391-024-008 ATTENTION and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1230 Columbia or encumbrances, to pay the remaining Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP. knowledgeable in California law. A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING Street, Suite 680 San Diego, CA 92101 principal sum of the note(s) secured by com for information regarding the sale of YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the TREDER and WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, this property, using the file number assigned court. If you are a person interested in the Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE 714-730-2727; Sales Website:www.ndscorp. as provided in said note(s), advances, to this case 00000006588727. Information estate, you may file with the court a Request Recorded on 12/04/1997 as Instrument No. NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR com/sales Zahara Joyner, Trustee Sales under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, about postponements that are very short for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing 97 1908015 of official records in the office ONLY PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE 2923.3. Representative A-4625266 07/06/2017, charges and expenses of the Trustee and in duration or that occur close in time to of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE 07/13/2017, 07/20/2017 of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. the scheduled sale may not immediately or of any petition or account as provided in County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT The total amount of the unpaid balance of be reflected in the telephone information Probate Code section 1250. A Request for BY: DARIO DELGADILLO, A SINGLE MAN, ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT The Downey Patriot the obligation secured by the property to or on the Internet Web site. The best way Special Notice form is available from the WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/6/17, 7/13/17, 7/20/17 be sold and reasonable estimated costs, to verify postponement information is to court clerk. HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S 12/03/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION expenses and advances at the time of the attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE Attorney for petitioner: CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee initial publication of the Notice of Sale is SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: JAMES J MENTAS ESQ of payment authorized by California Civil MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. Sale No. : 00000006588727 Title Order No.: $556,160.24. The beneficiary under said AGENCY SALES and POSTING 714-730- SBN 207304 Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF 170042162 FHA/VA/PMI No.: ATTENTION Deed of Trust heretofore executed and 2727 www.servicelinkASAP.com BARRETT 4665 LAMPSON AVE lawful money of the United States). DATE THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING delivered to the undersigned a written DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, SUITE 31 OF SALE: 08/03/2017 TIME OF SALE: AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED Declaration of Default and Demand for LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, LOS ALAMITOS CA 90720 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: DOUBLETREE A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the SUMMARY APPLIES ONLY TO COPIES Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) CN939572 ANDRIL HOTEL LOS ANGELES-NORWALK, 13111 highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR, NOT TO Election to Sell. The undersigned caused 795-1852 Dated: 07/05/2017 BARRETT Jul 13,20,27, 2017 SYCAMORE DRIVE, NORWALK, CA must be made payable to National Default THIS RECORDED ORIGINAL NOTICE. said Notice of Default and Election to Sell DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, 90650. STREET ADDRESS and other Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE to be recorded in the county where the real LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR CN939572 common designation, if any, of the real national bank, a check drawn by a state or INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. The Downey Patriot property described above is purported to be: federal credit union, or a check drawn by a ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 10420 DOWNEY AVENUE #202, DOWNEY, state or federal savings and loan association, UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED this property lien, you should understand USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. A-4626078 CALIFORNIA 90241 APN#: 6252-019-055 savings association, or savings bank 01/11/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION that there are risks involved in bidding at 07/13/2017, 07/20/2017, 07/27/2017 NOTICE OF PETITION TO The undersigned Trustee disclaims any specified in Section 5102 of the Financial TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a ADMINISTER ESTATE OF liability for any incorrectness of the street Code and authorized to do business in this MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. lien, not on the property itself. Placing the The Downey Patriot GLADYCE A. MCGOUGH address and other common designation, if state; will be held by the duly appointed IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF highest bid at a trustee auction does not 7/13/17, 7/20/17, 7/27/17 Case No. 17STPB02679 any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, trustee as shown below, of all right, title, To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, but without covenant or warranty, expressed and interest conveyed to and now held contingent creditors, and persons who may or implied, regarding title, possession, by the trustee in the hereinafter described otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining property under and pursuant to a Deed of or both, of GLADYCE A. MCGOUGH principal sum of the note(s) secured by Trust described below. The sale will be made A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, in an “as is” condition, but without covenant by Steven M. Cerile in the Superior Court of as provided in said note(s), advances, or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding California, County of LOS ANGELES. under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests charges and expenses of the Trustee and the remaining principal sum of the note(s) that Steven M. Cerile be appointed as of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest personal representative to administer the The total amount of the unpaid balance of and late charges thereon, as provided in estate of the decedent. the obligation secured by the property to the note(s), advances, under the terms of THE PETITION requests authority to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, administer the estate under the Independent expenses and advances at the time of the charges and expenses of the Trustee for Administration of Estates Act. (This authority initial publication of the Notice of Sale is the total amount (at the time of the initial will allow the personal representative $121,145.49. The beneficiary under said publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably to take many actions without obtaining Deed of Trust heretofore executed and estimated to be set forth below. The amount court approval. Before taking certain very delivered to the undersigned a written may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: important actions, however, the personal Declaration of Default and Demand for Constantino Bandy, Jr. and Sagrario representative will be required to give notice Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Bandy, husband and wife as joint tenants. to interested persons unless they have Election to Sell. The undersigned caused Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default waived notice or consented to the proposed said Notice of Default and Election to Sell Servicing Corporation. Recorded 12/16/2004 action.) The independent administration to be recorded in the county where the real as Instrument No. 04 3254151 (or Book, authority will be granted unless an interested property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles person files an objection to the petition and BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on County, California. Date of Sale: 08/21/2017 shows good cause why the court should not this property lien, you should understand at 11:00 AM. Place of Sale: By the fountain grant the authority. that there are risks involved in bidding at located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, A HEARING on the petition will be held on a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a CA 91766. Estimated amount of unpaid August 10, 2017 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. lien, not on the property itself. Placing the balance and other charges: $586,204.34. 9 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, highest bid at a trustee auction does not Street Address or other common designation CA 90012. automatically entitle you to free and clear of real property: 10011 Pico Vista Road, IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the ownership of the property. You should also Downey, CA 90240. The undersigned petition, you should appear at the hearing be aware that the lien being auctioned off Trustee disclaims any liability for any and state your objections or file written may be a junior lien. If you are the highest incorrectness of the street address or other objections with the court before the hearing. bidder at the auction, you are or may be common designation, if any, shown above. Your appearance may be in person or by responsible for paying off all liens senior to If no street address or other common your attorney. the lien being auctioned off, before you can designation is shown, directions to the IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent receive clear title to the property. You are location of the property may be obtained by creditor of the decedent, you must file your encouraged to investigate the existence, sending a written request to the beneficiary claim with the court and mail a copy to the priority, and size of outstanding liens that within 10 days of the date of first publication personal representative appointed by the may exist on this property by contacting the of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable court within the later of either (1) four months county recorder’s office or a title insurance to convey title for any reason, the successful from the date of first issuance of letters to a company, either of which may charge you bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be general personal representative, as defined a fee for this information. If you consult the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and in section 58(b) of the California Probate either of these resources, you should be the successful bidder shall have no further Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing aware that the same lender may hold more recourse. The requirements of California or personal delivery to you of a notice under than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) section 9052 of the California Probate Code. property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: were fulfilled when the Notice of Default Other California statutes and legal authority The sale date shown on this notice of sale was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL may affect your rights as a creditor. You may be postponed one or more times by the BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding may want to consult with an attorney mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, on this property lien, you should understand knowledgeable in California law. pursuant to Section 2924g of the California that there are risks involved in bidding at a YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the Civil Code. The law requires that information trustee auction. You will be bidding on a court. If you are a person interested in the about trustee sale postponements be made lien, not on the property itself. Placing the estate, you may file with the court a Request available to you and to the public, as a highest bid at a trustee auction does not for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing courtesy to those not present at the sale. automatically entitle you to free and clear of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets If you wish to learn whether your sale date ownership of the property. You should also or of any petition or account as provided in has been postponed, and, if applicable, the be aware that the lien being auctioned off Probate Code section 1250. A Request for rescheduled time and date for the sale of may be a junior lien. If you are the highest Special Notice form is available from the this property, you may call 800-280-2832 bidder at the auction, you are or may be court clerk. for information regarding the trustee’s sale responsible for paying off all liens senior to Attorney for petitioner: or visit this Internet Web site www.auction. the lien being auctioned off, before you can VERLAN Y KWAN ESQ com for information regarding the sale of this receive clear title to the property. You are SBN 243246 encouraged to investigate the existence, 14 | The Downey Patriot Thursday, July 13, 2017 Shared Stories: Pets or pests? Yolanda Reyna grew up without family pets and afraid of dogs. When I met Robert, the father of my children and my ex-husband, Robert had Max for quite some time, since he was a teeny weenie When she married, her husband’s dog was a new experience. he had a dog named Max. Max was a golden retriever. He was a big little thing. He told me the story when he first got Max. How he was Shared Stories is a weekly column featuring articles by participants dog. Robert loved him so much. He kept him in the backyard. I wasn’t so little he fit in the palm of his hand or how he let Max sleep on his in a writing class at the Norwalk Senior Center. Bonnie Mansell is too fond of the dog, but I did appreciate how much Robert loved chest at times. the instructor for this free class offered through the Cerritos College him. Max was only around my children and me for almost four years. Adult Education Program. Curated by Carol Kearns I didn’t dislike the dog, I think I didn’t know how to appreciate I met Max December of 1989 and he left us around 1994. It was the him. I had been dating Robert for about six months when Max ran saddest day for Robert and it is sad to say I was forced to call animal By Yolanda Reyna away. He was gone for two weeks. Robert was devastated. control. He even cried! I thought, what a baby. One day while Robert was out in the backyard attending to yard- When I was a young girl growing up, I don’t recall having any After two weeks, Max appeared with no warning. Somehow he work, Reina our two- year-old wanted to go outside with her dad, pets in my home. What I do recall were pests such as cockroaches managed to make it back home. Robert had told me the story of his but I was very nervous of her being around Max. I never allowed her and mice. That was about the only thing I saw wandering around my return. I was shocked! to get near him. house (besides people). After dating Robert for a couple of years, we eventually got Robert only allowed Max to get near her when he carried her in I mean, I didn’t think they were my pets. But honestly, I got used married and had two children, Reina two years old and Lil Robert his arms. Robert assured me she would be fine if I let her go outside. to them, you see, as I was growing up. My family and I lived in very one years old. I had already grown accustomed to Max. He barked a So while I was in the kitchen, I could see Reina around the patio area. poor conditions. lot! It was annoying! He could be a pest at times! No sooner than I blinked, Max appeared and was humping Reina But as far as pets like a dog? Well I only knew one thing - I was But then I realized he was sort of protecting us. Because dogs from her little behind! Reina being only two years old, didn’t have a afraid of them! My recollection of dogs was that they roamed the bark at everything. They have a sense like no other. He barked at clue what was going on! streets. I just knew of dogs being outdoors, not indoors, let alone everything and everyone! I literally witnessed this! I raced outside and Robert turned and sitting on a sofa or wearing doggie clothes! His favorite time of the day to bark was when the mailman was witnessed it too! He yelled at Max! It was hilarious but yet scary. I remember one time my mother let me walk to the store (by approaching. It was like clockwork! Every day at around 3 pm he That was all it took, plus, with having two children, Robert really myself) to buy some candy. Oh, I must have been around seven would bark and bark! didn’t have time for Max. He never walked Max nor did he take him or eight years old. As I started to walk down the sidewalk, out of So I’d say, “Great, the bills are coming in,” or, “Oh! My for any vaccinations. nowhere came a little dog (it could have been a Chihuahua). unemployment check is arriving!” Max had different barks for I did not want the dog around. So I told Robert I think we should That teeny weenie little thing just started barking at me. I was different people. He had this wailing bark when he knew Robert was consider giving him to someone that will spend more time with so paralyzed with fear that I could not move. I started to cry so loud coming home from work. It was amazing! him. I just didn’t want Max around. I know it sounds cruel but I was that I think I scared the poor little thing away. My mother eventually Robert really loved Max and Max loved Robert too. I saw the thinking of my children. came to my rescue. bond between them. Each time Robert came home from work, of I called animal control and they took Max away. Robert agreed After that incident, I never really cared for dogs or any animals. course he’d greet his family first, but then he would go straight but I made the final decision. To this day, I often think about that It’s funny how something like that can just change your outlook. But outside in the backyard and greet his dog. time and the love that Robert and Max shared. also growing up, my siblings and I were normally chased by dogs The love they had for each other was nice to see. Robert would when we walked to school. I really could not understand how and sit on a chair and let Max sit on his lap. He let Max lick him all over why people loved animals so much! his face! 3 financial mistakes people make before turning 50 The saying that youth is wasted on the young may be especially participate, Heerlein says. An alarming number of people ignore this for any purpose, though you will pay taxes on that withdrawal if not true when it comes to saving for retirement. savings opportunity that can reap great rewards, especially if you used for a qualified expenses. “Too many people wait way too long to start thinking about start when you’re in your 20s and faithfully contribute for decades, • Failing to embrace risk. When the 2008 financial crisis hit, how much they will need to finance their retirement,” says Chris he says. “And if you’re employer is offering matching funds, that’s plenty of investors lost a substantial portion of their savings. The Heerlein, partner at REAP Financial LLC and author of Money Won’t free money,” Heerlein says. “You need to jump on it.” memory of what happened to them – or to their parents – is still Buy Happiness – But Time to Find It (www.moneywontbuyhappiness. • Saving ONLY in a 401(k). While contributing to a 401(k) is having repercussions. com). great, that shouldn’t be your only vehicle for saving, Heerlein says. Some people younger than 50 are too conservative with their “In a way, that’s not surprising. Retirement seems so far away “If you are a younger saver, you are putting all your money into investments, Heerlein says, so their money doesn’t grow like it could when you’re in your 20s and 30s, and it’s easy to think you’ll have a bucket you can’t touch for 20 or 30 years,” he says. And when you if they took more risks. “I’m not faulting people for that, but what I plenty of time to worry about saving later. Then before you know it do withdraw it in retirement, you’ll pay taxes because the taxes were want to get across is if you are between the ages of 20 and 50, there you pass 50, and you realize you missed a great opportunity to take deferred. is no need to panic,” Heerlein says. “Time is on your side. If you suffer advantage of compound interest.” That’s why it’s important to put some balance in your portfolio. a loss, you more than likely have plenty of years to recover before Heerlein says many young people are making at least three A good way to do that is with a Roth IRA, a Roth 401(k) or a health you retire.” financial mistakes that they likely will rue when it comes timeto savings account. Withdrawing from those Roth funds in retirement Many people nearing retirement probably look back to when retire. Those are: won’t result in taxes because the taxes were already paid when the they were in their 20s and 30s and wish they could go back in time • Not participating in a 401(k). Many employers don’t offer money went in the account. HSA money isn’t taxed if you withdraw it and make some financial decisions over again. a 401(k) or similar retirement plan, but if yours does you need to for qualified medical expenses. After you turn 65, you can withdraw it Thursday, July 13, 2017 The Downey Patriot | 15 Beware these common real estate scams

Real estate scams can lead to seller the original asking price for over the deed to the property, direct mail and telemarketing individuals having their houses the house, and then disappear and the straw man usually gets campaign, promising huge stolen from underneath their with the rest of the mortgage a very small percentage of the profits and gifts if the sellers feet, bankruptcy, damaged credit money. The house usually ends proceeds from the sale. The agree to buy land from the reports and credit ratings— up in foreclosure as a result of straw man is also the one who company. not to mention the incredible this scheme. usually gets arrested. These companies sometimes attorney fees that will amass Illegal Flipping. Flipping Counseling Agencies. sell unimproved, recently as you try to help them escape involves buying a property and Some companies engage in purchased lots of land that they from the tangled web of a real then quickly selling it at a price targeted marketing campaigns purchased for $1,000 or $2,000 estate scam. that is well above its appraised that convince homeowners to unsuspecting buyers for up to While anyone may fall prey value. There is a fine line between that they can perform certain $50,000. to one of these scams, the flipping for a profit (which is mortgage-saving services for a Predatory Lending. These groups most targeted by real legal) and illegal flipping. substantial fee. These are usually schemes often occur in the form estate scammers are usually the relatively simple tasks, such as Equity Fraud. This is old- of a door-to-door sales person elderly, homeowners already in negotiating a new payment fashioned theft. The criminal in or telemarketers promising foreclosure, and individuals with plan with a mortgage company this situation actually obtains loans for “no money down” and low incomes. or discussing interest rates and the personal information of the “no credit check”. possible qualification for rate The following list is a set victim and uses this information reductions. Predatory lending often of examples (by no means all- on mortgage or loan origination preys upon the elderly, inclusive) of the types of real documents. These companies may also the unsophisticated, and estate scams that are pervasive charge for information that can Fraudulent Loan the desperate. Signing the across the country. be found free on government Origination. This happens when paperwork involved with these agency websites. Foreclosure Rescue. These real estate professionals help loans subjects the borrower to companies prey upon people unqualified buyers get the money Rental Fraud. Rental fraud exorbitant fees and interest. who are behind on mortgage necessary to purchase a home occurs when a person files false Youshea A. Berry is the principal payments and whose mortgage with an FHA-insured mortgage. “satisfaction of loan” documents of the Law Office of Youshea A. company has commenced Real estate professionals in with the local court. In order to Berry in Washington, D.C. She foreclosure proceedings. The this situation promise potential file this paperwork, the renter has practices real estate and business companies tell desperate homebuyers that they will to forge the owner’s signature, law in DC and Maryland. She mortgage holders that they can qualify for mortgages that are the bank officers’ signatures, and may be reached at attorney@ save their home if the borrowers much larger than the buyers’ bank seals. yberrylaw.com. enact a “temporary” title transfer ability to repay, and many times This document shows no to the rescue company. falsify official documents to encumbrances on the home, assist homebuyers in obtaining The companies promise that and the criminal is free to take these properties. the borrower can stay in the out new loans on the property home and pay rent during the Straw-Man Scheme. A (which s/he does). They usually temporary title transfer time— straw man scheme is when a vanish shortly thereafter. what they claim is a “leaseback.” sophisticated criminal uses the Land Fraud. This happens Often these “rescue companies” credit history of another, less when companies obtain sell the homes once they obtain sophisticated “straw man” to information about potential the title from the real owner. obtain a mortgage on a property. homebuyers and sellers from The more sophisticated criminal Home Improvement Fraud. mailing and call lists. The convinces the straw man to sign This involves real estate agents companies then engage in a or other individuals who obtain home improvement loans in the name of completely fictitious people. Equity Skimming. Equity skimming happens when a buyer who wants to take out a large mortgage convinces the seller to re-list the house for an extraordinarily high amount (for instance, twice the original amount) so that the buyer can obtain a larger mortgage from his/her bank. Often times in these situations, the buyer will take out the larger mortgage, pay the 16 | The Downey Patriot Real Estate Thursday, July 13, 2017