Vol. 9, No. 1 Published Bi-Weekly © Copyright 2001 Jarrell Communications Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED November 8 - 21, 2001 | ucus seeks From the Publisher of input on Ward remap America. hile having a front yard conversation with my With a lost of Black population, Wwhite neighbor, ex- pressing compassion for those Minority can still bo the Majority who are lost in the assault, the Holding meetings with many However, the balance of power discussions lead him to talking sectors of the community leader- with the City council still rest in about his racist friends and in- ship, in a show of unity, repre- the control of Mayor Richard Da- laws. No big deal. Most whites sentative of both the City Coun- ley. know people like that. He then cil's Black and Hispanic Cau- Led by Aldermen Carrie Austin asks me; What are Blacks (not cuses move to end speculation (34) and Billy Ocasio (26), both me) feeling about this war? The about their individual ward said that from the beginning their hidden nerve was hit. maps. goals were not to accept any cut- Africa Americans are often re- * After working for months to back of wards. minded of that color line. Clearly remap their wards, members of "Based on history, we realize from the events of September the Black Caucus revealed that what a monumental responsibility ll', there is no doubt the enemy their map retains their goal for 20 we have to make this process of the U.S. has a color again. The predominantly black wards. The work. None of us wants a repeat (Arab looking) American Islamic Hispanic Caucus is looking to of the city's last remap fight. Con- community has begun to get a Alderman Ed Smith (28), chairman of the City Council Black Caucus lead add four new wards - bringing sequently, we're making every ef- taste of America Racism. That is discussion of the remap for community input at the Chicago Urban League the total to 11, oppose to a goal of fort to comply with the law and to what made it so easy for America with other aldermen and community representation. Smith pointed out the 12 in early reports. Which leaves protect each of our communities' to retain over 1,000 Arab people. challenge aldermen meet in saving 20 Black wards. white aldermen 19 wards. (Continued on page 6) We've come a long way since 1941 when we put Japanese West Chatham - !1 Americans in concentration Located on A case for smoothing up to the community for::;,. :•' •: ,l;,; ;;, camps during the attack on Peal 83rd Street in the ownership pride in its Harbor. upscale interior design. It hits a nerve hearing WLS the West One side has the mingle callers proclaiming; "Let's be Chatham's lounge sating: the other is united", "We are ar ' ' •-.••• snr. " the dining room and ban- "Forget all of that now. Can't we moderate- quet facility. The furnish- all just all be Americans now." income Community Honey- ings, equipment and the "In the memory of the 5,000" and renovation costs ran close to 1.2 mil- suckles might as well be an illusion for sometimes with revenge America lion dollars. People charge the President to Black business expansion. Employing over 140 people over its carry out its mandate. "Kill the It has the upscale Southern cuisine business history, Honeysuckles' tal- Taliban and Osama bin Laden!", restaurant ingredient. Its interior design ented Chef, James Dillard prides itself Then WLS TV News commercial, join's the likes of many fine dining es- for making the place a class act for tablishments as it caters as a banquet solid service and cooking. "The (Continued on page ! 1) facilities for meetings and events that the kitchen grills to perfection." He says. Black community normally retreat to We are famous for our Soul Food at downtown or to the suburbs for. It the top of the list." serves as a more economic advancement "We take the hassle out of life when and in the most sense of the community. planning an event at Honeysuckle," But the growth could be a mirage as the says Larry Hollins, who now handles community is unsure what magnitude of community relations and operations. business will take place in the establish- The past community relationship de- ment. parted on complicated sides. "It inter- On the Southside of Chicago there is fered with the original zoning as my limited banquet facilities and restau- brother (Calvin Hollins) acquired the property in 1996, (formally the Net, rants, especially African American another black restaurant. owned, that could compare to the many suburbs After purchasing the building and receiving the and loop establishments Black groups mostly pa- tronize. The lobby has a historical wall mural of "Who's (Continued on page 13) Black and Hispanic leaders strategize to strengthen HealthCare Conference to Lobby body, to be presented to Black and Latino meet the physical and emotional needs of One of the first steps the conferences Legislators. the community followed by the discussion members needed to address is an effort to Legislators For One central point presented was more on advocacy was lead by Jaime Delgado of bring people together to advocate legislators Adequate Funding funding is desperately needed for agencies Community Outreach Intervention Projects for the funding needed said Richard Jack- Grand Blvd. - African American and His- to effectively address the physical and at the University of Illinois at Chicago. son, Vice President of External Relations for panic leaders from all over the state, re- emotional challenges of the poor, disadvan- The legislative advocacy agenda was Habilitative Systems, Inc. Adding, "It's very cently attended an unprecedented Advo- taged, un-employed and under-employed. presented by Salim Al Nurridin, Executive important that we understand policy as it cacy Conference. In an effort to revitalize An agenda action was based on if health Director of the HealthCare Consortium of relates to what people need." and empower those in need of physical and needs aren't addressed, many communities Illinois, (a statewide coalition of health and "Unfortunately human service issues emotional health healing in Illinois' commu- of color will continue to face hopeless, help- social service agencies) with Will Burns, have been far too long off the legislative nities of color, less lives. Vice President of the Chicago Urban agenda. "The people who control the More than 100 attendees took part in the Doris Lomax, of the Human Resources League. money seem to be totally out of touch with five-hour Conference held at the Charles A. Development Institute and Lee Smith, of The mission for an advocacy agenda in the needs. But we still have to provide the Hayes Family Investment Center, 48th Case Management Services of the Westside communities said Al Nurridin is, "We want services.. Waiting lists don't work." Wabash. Leaders strategize in workshops Association for Community Action ad- the community to develop policy into law and completed an agenda as a collective dressed issues surrounding funding to and affect the health in the community," (Continued on page 8)

| With no surprise in the political circle mary March 2002. COMMUNFT Roland Burris 64, is ahead of all candi- A Tribune//WGN poll of likely Democratic candidates found Burris leading with 25%. The poll also found that the voters AGENDA &8 dates running for Governor. The former state said Burris has the best chance of winning in the November gen- RESOURCES attorney general and comptroller,, made it offi- eral election. But almost 4 in 10 voters are undecided. Page 15 cial for the 3rd time as a Democratic in the pri- (Continued on page 10) Page 2 November 8 - 21,2001 South Street Journal B RIEFS I Bush Sr. in business The UnZip Living Legends with bin Laden Family by the Weatherman Father of President should Pull out of ublic Relations in the Streets... Passing the Torch" Awardees. international consulting firm the public relation business; Barbara Kensey of Washington D.C. - As President Bush is targeting Kensey&Kensey have a nice contract with The Chicago Tribune hidden bank accounts of terrorist world wide, the as it blast into the Chicago Defender readership market. But the De- Judicial Watch, a public interest law firm that inves- fender has been doing some good PR and community goodwill pro- tigates and prosecutes government corruption and jects as well like the Black Patriot Rally, without the Red Black and abuse, reacted with disbelief to the Wall Street Journal Green. > report that George H. Bush, father of the President, Congrads to Vanassa Church from Englewood and Carter Tem- works for the bin Laden family business in Saudi ple Church in starting her own public relation business. Word is Arabia. It is through the Carlyle Group, an interna- she is bidding on the handling World Vision P.R No word on tional consulting firm. why tenants in Lake Meadows were paid $50.00 for approximately The senior Bush had met with the bin Laden family one hour of time for a survey performed by McLean Scott Market- at least twice (other top Republicans are also associ- ing early this year RJ Dale Advertising and Public Rela- ated with the Carlyle group, such as former Secre- tions is coordinating Jewel-Osco Hidden Jewels of the Neigh- tary of State James A. Baker). The Osama bin Laden borhood Awards with a cash prize of $1,000 had supposedly been disowned by his family, which and feature winning organizations in radio runs a multi-billion dollar business in Saudi Arabia spots and in newspaper advertising. SSJ is and is a major investor in the senior Bush's firm. waiting Other reports have questioned, though, whether Photo by Robert A. Sengstacke members of his Saudi family have truly cut off Also in Bronzeville,.Reginald Haunes, Spe- (i to r) Living Legend honoree Dr. Gloria Jackson-Bacon accepts a cial Event Coordinator at the new Bed & hand-sculpted torch and passes a toorch to her successor, hon- Osama bin Laden. Indeed, the Journal also reported Breakfast reported they were featured for oree Constance Jackson while Henry English, presidnet of the that the FBI has subpoenaed the bin Laden family about 5 minutes on Channel 2, news, and the Black United Fund of Illinois, Inc. and Dr. Robert Starks, chairman business's bank records. grand opening of another location was of the board of BUFI look on. The presentation was in an effort to Judicial Watch earlier this year had strongly criti- encourage generations continuity in business and the professions, cized President Bush's father's association with the Keymah rescheduled for December. Morgan Carter the Black United Fund of Illinois, Inc. (BUFI) held the 1st Annual Carlyle Group, pointing out in a March 5 statement did some of the PR for SSJ publishers' cousin, "Living Legends/Passing the Torch" Awards Benefit honoring Keymah T'Keyah early October. Robin Hollis, has been re-electedtorch bearers and the proteges they have mentioned to carry on that it was a conflict of interest (which) could cause to the administrative post o f GlobalSolutions director of New their work. Each mentor was being recognized for preserving and problems for America's foreign policy in Middle Business Development for the year 2001-02. transmitting history and achievement. Year 2001 recipients are: East and Asia. Judicial Watch called for the senior Salute in the Media The 25th Anniversary hon- Dr. Gloria Jackson Bacon, founder, ret. president and CEO, The Bush to resign from the firm then. Clinic in Altgeld, Inc. to her daughter Constance Jackson' Oscar This conflict of interest has now turned into a scan- orees of the Chicago Association of Black Journalist will go to Brown, Jr., Griot, lyricist, composer and performer to his daughter dal. The idea of the President's father, an ex- Merri Dee, WGN, Vernon Jarrett, Chicago Defender, Laura Maggie Brown, performer and entrepreneur; Spencer leak, presi- president himself, doing business with a company Washington, The Chicago Reporter, Russ Ewing (retired) dent, leak & Sons Funeral Home to his son Spencer leak, Jr., under investigation by the FBI in the terror attacks of WMAQ, Harry Porterfield, WLS and Lu Palmer. The Commu- Luster Family, founders to Jory F. Luster, president, Luster September 11 is horrible. President Bush should not nity awards will go to the Chicago Defender and WVON. The products, inc. Pervis Spann, CEO, WVON 1450 a to his daughter Melody Spann-Cooper, president and general manager, WVON, ask, but demand, that his father pullout of the Car- event tool place at the DuSable Museum, Friday November 2nd. and John Stroger president, Cook County Board and Forests lyle Group, stated Judicial Watch Chairman and Carrying on to WVON, Keshia Shavers was birth to the Scorpio Preserve District to his son Todd Stroger, 8th Ward Alderman, General Counsel Larry Klayman. former member, Illinois House of Representatives. family with Harold Lucas of Black Metropolis/and Ron Carter of This has the potential of making of Billy-Gate ssj • (Jimmy Carter's brother's dealings with Libya) look Congressman Bobby Rush has moved his office to John Clark's like small potatoes, added Judicial Watch President former Reggio's Pizza at 706 East 79th Street. The Congressman Tom T. Fitton. also managed to move former candidates State Senators Barack Obama and Donne Trotter out of his district. "The Government is lying" Also, another official to move their office is 20th Ward Aid. about Anthrax; Judicial Watch Arenda Troutman on 59th and State Street.- Word is Troutman is being the chair of the City Council's Landmark Committee. She The full extent and source of attacks would have worked to get Gerri's Palm Tavern' into some sort of Judicial Watch, has concluded, that the government is landmark status, and she would of could of have circulated petitions lying to the American people about the severity of the to keep it open. anthrax crisis. Continuing with the 3rd Ward, someone that works at the Chicago First, the Associated Press reported that, "at least Urban League is surfacing. And, it just so happens that "Friends some White House personnel were given Cipro six of Pat Hill," gave her a big 50 party at the Wabash Y on 37th and weeks ago. White House officials won't discuss who Wabash. Now, what did Pat do with her birthday gifts might be receiving the anthrax-treating antibiotic now. (donations)?. In the 4th ward Charles Southland's "Community Partners" on Race on The Thorton Township Human Relations Commission in On the night of the September 11 attacks, the White Williams should know that people are sniff- House Medical Office dispensed Cipro to staff accom- ing at Spencer Leak Jr. conjunctions with Thornton Township Supervisor Frank Zuc- carelli, hosted a "Community Partners" Luncheon on Race panying Vice President Dick Cheney as he was se- She's baccccck.. Everloyce McCullough and diversity at the Thornton Township Senior/Youth and creted off to the safety of Camp David, according to the former candidate that ran against Dan Family Center. The conference is the first in a series of events one person directly involved." This shows that The Burke is running for State Rep. again. But such as town hall meetings on race and diversity issues in the White House knew of the anthrax attacks much sooner this time in the new 6th District. The former Southland community. The commission has selected two than admitted. president of the Black Economic & Politi- prominent civic rights activist to keynote the luncheon. Second, when asked if he had been tested for anthrax, cal Action Network, will be holding her Mr. Tim Wize, nationally renowned author of several pub- President George W. Bush refused to answer on two Family Day event at the Wabash Y in early McCullough lications on the plight of African Americans and White Rela- occasions. December. tions in America and adjunct professor of Fisk University, "Judicial Watch is filing a host of document requests who spoke on racism, hate crimes, and nationalism. with the federal government to pry out the full truth The event's co-keynoter was Rev. Christopher Bullock (a from the administration, before more people die be- resident of the south suburbs), president of the NAACP, cause of misinformation about the full extent of the South Branch-Chicago. Last year Governor Ryan appointee anthrax crisis. If cooperation is not forthcoming, law- Rev. Bullock to the Illinois Commission on Discrimination. suits will be filed. It is a scandal in the making that The Bullock spoke on racial profiling of African Americans and White House and Congress, which have full informa- Latinos and the rise of violence in America's schools. Both tion, have adequately protected themselves with testing activists spoke out against terrorism in America and the need and antibiotics, while therest of the populace is kept in to better understand and appreciate America's diverse cul- the dark and not treated like the political elite. Unfortu- tures and ethnic groups. nately, even full disclosure is not enough at this point Zuccarelli and the Human Relations Commission hope the to bring back the dead postal workers," stated Judicial conference will bring awareness and education about race issues and how it affects the south suburban communities. Watch Chairman and General Counsel Larry Klayman. Zuccarelli is mobilizing residents in the Southland areas to organize a drive to donate blood for the victims of the terror- medium build, medium complexion, brown eyes and long black ist acts in New York and Washington, DC. hair (worn in ponytails). Tionda Bradley is described as a black female, 10 years old, 70 pounds, medium build, light complexion, Clerk Announces 7th Annual City Sticker Art Contest brown eyes and long brown hair (worn in pigtails). Theme: Accessible Chicago: Celebrating the Abilities of peo- The United American Progress Association celebrate their 40th ple with Disabilities College students for year Anniversary at the Providence Banquet Hall. Those honored In conjunction with the Mayor's Office for People with Englewood Community were Henry Buie, Jessie Ruth Fallie, Mary Long and Rev. M. disabilities (MOPD), City Clerk office invites all Chicago high Fifty college students from around the nation have come Sardon. The Keynote speaker was Rev. Larry Rogers, Pastor of school students to submit grtwork reflecting the theme of the to Englewood this summer for building community assets. the Israel Methodist Community Church. Head by Web Evans 2002-2003 vehicle sticker. Entries must be submitted to the Sponsored by the Rebirth of Englewood Community De- the theme of the anniversary was Solution For Blacks in America - Clerk's Office before 10 am on Monday, November 18, 2001. velopment Corporation (ROE CDC) in partnership with Economics. The winner will receive a $1,000 savings bond and a $500 gift certificate for art supplies will be donated to his or her school. AmeriCorps VISTA and the Illinois Institute of Technol- Barney Muhammad is in search of an attorney to review his allega-For more information, contact the City Clerk's office at (312) ogy, these students come from Xavier University, Florida tions against Vibert White, Jr., who released his book "Inside The 744-2506. A&M, Howard, Morehouse, Southern University Law Nation of Islam". Muhammad reported in the bibliography, his Center, Tuskegee, Chicago Kent College of Law, and the name was recorded under fraudulent circumstances and in direct $10,000 reward still up University of Illinois, to name a few. Working from the violation of verbal and written orders not to do so based on the man-The Chicago Police Department and the FBI are still asking for the office of ROE CDC, the 50 summer associates have distinct ner in which the contents of the book would be presented. public's help in locating Diamond and Tionda Bradley. Diamond responsibilities on five asset building projects. Bradley is described as a black female, 3 years old, 35 pounds, South Street Journal November 8 - 21,2001 Page 3 Police torture/brutality rallies, Ryan: $1.3 million in Illinois Casualty of 9-11, ACLU1 opposed Atty. General Ryan Anti-Terrorism Act With numerous groups organizing prosecuted for his criminal conduct. First Projects for Chicago on police abuse and brutality, on A petition has been filed in the SPRINGFIELD - Governor George H. purchase student handbooks and work- Monday September 10, 2001 a Circuit Court of Cook County to re- Ryan announced today that he is releas- books for Harper High School. countdown was in the works by quest an independent, special prose- ing $1,336 million in Illinois FIRST This project was initiated by State Rep. protestors were getting prepared for a cutor to investigate the police offi- th funding for projects in Chicago, includ- Charles Morrow III, D-Chicago. | rally on Wednesday September 12 . cers' criminal acts of torture. ing $1.2 million to construct a swimming •$10,000 to the Minority Health Asso- Two days remaining ready for the "Hope is waning or completely pool at Wolf Lake within the William W. ciation to support four conference/fo- rally at the Federal Plaza, the news of gone stated a member of the coali- Powers State Park. rums and four workshops. This project the New York disaster hit. The rally tion, responding that. "It is difficult A survey conducted by the Illinois De- was initiated by Trotter. and March to bring a special prosecu- for some one in prison to remember partment of Natural Resources found •$5,000 to Chicago Public Schools to tor to investigate police torture in the that they have a light, a gift, and a swimming to be one of the most re- purchase a security system to monitor city of Chicago was put on hold. charge to keep. Especially if they quested recreational opportunities desired the halls at Deneen Elementary School. The attack on America gave way are doing time for a crime, they did by the public. The pool will provide a This project was initiated by Morrow. not commit but confessed to because again effect another police rally: The safe and enjoyable swimming facility for $5,000 to the American Majestic Ea- the police framed them, or beat them, October 22nd Coalition's 6th Na- ously represented Jon Burge in a a highly populated location of the state. gles Youth Business Training Pro- or tortured them. tional Day of Protest in 70 cities civil suit brought against him by one This Illinois FIRST project was initiated gram, Inc., to support a community- around the country rally was sat, in of the torture victims. On Novem- Focusing on "Stopping Bad th by -State Sen. Donne E. Trotter, D- based computer learning center. This the name of "Stopping Police Brutal- ber 5 the coalition, pack the court- Cops", the coalition said they will Chicago. project was initiated by State Rep. Con- ity, Repression and the Criminaliza- house when arguments begin to ap- keep their antennas up about the en- Other Illinois FIRST grants announced stance "Connie" Howard, D-Chicago. tion of a Generation". Some public point a special prosecutor to reopen tire criminal Injustice system. In a by Ryan: comments were appalled that a rally and investigate Area 2 and 3 torture related issue, work continues regard- •$46,000 to the Beverly Arts Center to of this nature would take place dur- cases. ing effort to pass Automatic Ex- support an educational outreach pro- ing this time in U.S. history. Arguments were Devine could pungement Legislation that is lead by Sta gram based on the work of William As a result, a ban on use of the not fairly investigate po- vwmsmmmmi\ te Representative Con- Shakespeare. This project was initiated nie Howard. Federal Plaza for rallies was in acted. tential criminal charges be- by State Rep. Thomas J. Dart, D- The coalition responded with a press cause of this conflict of Another efforts are call- Chicago. conference filing a lawsuit to reverse interest. The Participants ing upon Mayor Daley to: •$30,000 to the Murray Language the ban. The. Conference was well in the case will include 1. Implement 12-Step Academy to purchase computers and Shabazz attended by coalition members. Re- victims of torture, family Program to begin transfor- related technology equipment. This o CUSTUME porters from both the Tribune and mation of Chicago Police members of tortured de- project was initiated by Trotter. MADE Channel 7 attended, but did not re- fendants now on Death I Department as a way to • $10,000 to the Fund for Community LEATHER port it on TV or in print according to Row and activists in- Stop Bad Cops and Sup- Redevelopment & Revitalization to said Lydia Taylor; executive director volved in the campaign. County port Good Cops, and 2. support the hiring of a Law Enforce- COATS Attorney Meet citizens who have of the Justice Coalition of Greater "In other locations ment Coordinator. This project was DRESSES Devine been victimized by Bad Chicago (JCGC). where police officers have initiated by State Rep. Barbara Flynn Cops, (Victims and Relatives) and SUITES However, the coalition success- committed crimes they have been Currie, D-Chicago. prevent. JEANS fully held their rally and merged their prosecuted," said Taylor; "In New •$10,000 to the Fund for Community HATS campaigns to prosecute and prevent York, the cops who raped Abner On November 3rd, exonerated Redevelopment & Revitalization to police abuse. Louima were tried and convicted Death Row inmates and activists support the hiring of a Law Enforce- DRAPES If people do not understand, yet, and L.A., the cops in the Ramparts from all over the country working to ment Coordinator. This project was 0 67 EAST 43RD like most of us, how the various anti- scandal were prosecuted. Chicago abolish the death penalty rallied at initiated by State Sen. Barack Obama, CHICAGO, terrorism laws are changing and af- should be no exception, especially United Church of Hyde Park. The h D-Chicago. III. 60653 fecting us as individuals and organi- when the allegations include sys- speakers and guests included exoner- •$10,000 to Brand New Beginnings to zations who believe in the Bill of tematic torture by the police." ated Death Row inmates from around support a city-wide seminar on prostitu- 1 773-548-6210 Rights and other constitutional free- The Campaign to Prosecute Po- the country, including David Bates, tion and homelessness. This project FAX doms lice Torture, a coalition of organiza- exonerated Illinois prisoner, tortured was initiated by Dart. 773-548-6313 by former Chicago police comman- 3 The Steering Committee of the tions wants to have a special prose- •$10,000 to Chicago Public Schools to JCGC voted this week to support the cutor appointed to conduct a crimi- der John Burge ACLU's position on the proposed nal investigation into allegations of The rally was part of the Campaign Anti-Terrorism Act of 2001 that 111. police torture. They reported more to End the Death Penalty's first na- Atty. General Jim Ryan is sponsor- than 66 African American men were tional convention at the University of ing. The ACLU has numerous civil tortured by electroshock, suffoca- Chicago. JOHN'S HARDWARE liberties objections to the bill, which tion and severe beatings by former The Coalition meets the third is on a fast track: Ryan wants it Chicago Police Commander Jon Wednesday of the month at 77 West, enacted during the veto session Burge and his officers at Area 2 and Washington, 8am lower level. For & BICYCLE SHOP scheduled. The organizations are 3 Police Headquarters in the 1970's information, contact Lydia Taylor at lobbying against the bill. and '80's. Twelve of these men, 312/663-0960 ext. 317, Adam at The postpone rally of September known as the "Death Row 10" now ACLU, 312/201-9740-x316.or Mary. 12 continued on Cook County State's sit on Illinois' death row. No officer Powers at Citizens Alert 312/663- SPECIALIZING IN BICYCLE SALES & SERVICE Attorney Dick Devine, who previ- has been criminally investigated or 5392.

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Said the new financial cooperative. is in the process of developing a Englewood community develop- currency exchanges, payday Cecilia Butler, Executive Director The members of the two bodie's ment Credit Union in their efforts Terrorist" lenders and inadequate bank ser- of the Greater Washington Park include residents of Woodlawn, of providing community and eco- Englewood - In response to the vice, residents from Bronzeville Community Development Corpo- Washington Park and Grand nomic development for the Engle- recent home invasion and relative have taken money matters into ration and a major organizer. Boulevard. As the organizers ex- wood and West Englewood com- shooting of Latoya Butler, the their own hands as they work to "The timing for such an institution pected, representing adjacent munities. For information call Block Club Union Village (BCU) establish a resident-owned com- could not be any better in uncer- communities came in to join the Veronica Payne at 773-778-23719 2952 held a news conference to expose what they charge is the munity development credit union. tain times that our government is partnership as well. true nature behind the four Responding to credit needs, facing now." "The sky is the limit," said But- an array of other community pro- months of terror in the attempted leaders of the Washing- Kicking off the an- ler, referring "to the growing sup- jects." V murder of Ms. Butler. ton Park and Wood- nouncement CDCU held port for a community-owned and "Our goal is to create a $10 mil- In front of their headquarters, lawn community ex- its major community operated financial institution. We lion credit union in 5 years," said 5544 S. Hoyne, BCU rehashed re- panded the focus in or- meeting in October to in- are addressing the community's Ted Wordlaw, President and co- ports of five der to establish the form, educate and inspire pressing financial needs. And we founder of Cosmopolitan Federal months on the South Side Community the community of the are also seeking to reverse the Credit Union at the Cosmopolitan Butler family Credit Union. The ex- start-up The Partnership flow of capital in the African- Community Church. Wordlaw being terror- pansion resulted in a targeted community orga- American community." and Hofeld point out that success- ized by Regi- partnership between nizations and community According to Al Hofeld, Jr., at- ful community credit unions in the nald Lee and his associates. the Committee for a leaders of Grand Boule- U.S. have achieved membership in Ceilia Butler torney and coordinator for the Lee, an ex the thousands and assets in the Washington Park- vard, Kenwood, Oakland partnership. "A community credit boyfriend of Woodlawn Community Credit and Douglas neighborhoods. But union is a safe and proven vehicle multi-millions within only a few Latoya Butler. Union and the Cosmopolitan Fed- their results captured interest for reinvestment in low-income years of receiving their charter. Beginning May eral Credit Union, a church-based from individuals, community or- communities. All deposits are in- Currently, there are no community 2001 Mr. Lee Syron Smith. credit union established in 1985. ganizations, and businesses from sured up to $100,000 per account." development credit unions on the was arrested on domestic violence Combined, representatives will the city at large supporting and Hofeld added that funds in- south side of Chicago. charges on his former girlfriend provide a range of low-cost finan- participating in this venture. vested by bank, foundation and Butler projected that the credit Latoya Butler. After serving time cial services and credit at reason- Cliff Kelley, WVON talk host government sources, as well as is union can be in operation in 6 in jail on those charges he was able interest rates to individuals, and a resident of Washington a pool of member deposits. This months. For the future site she released on June 21, Only to abduct businesses, community organiza- Park, facilitated the meeting. Or- allow the credit union to make said. "We would love to have our Ms. Butler, holding her against her will for a couple of days reported tions and churches marketing sev- ganizers reported they have substantial loans to community home office on 55th and King. BCU director Syron Smith.. Once eral communities on the south side. reached the half-way point in business, consumers, non-profits Land that was donated by the caught Mr. Lee was rejailed with a "Access to credit at reasonable terms of the community support and churches for such things as Amoco thought the direction of the bond of $750,000. With an up- rates and low-priced financial ser- and written investment pledges business start-ups and expan- Composition Credit union. coming trail the Butler family vices is the purpose of The Partner- for deposits, demonstrating sup- sions, home mortgages, cars, For more info., contact Al Hofeld, since then has seen numerous at- ship for a Community Develop- port to gain federal approval for home repair, day care centers and 312-347-8390. tempts to kill Latoya. In August a female associate of Another phase of the program j Latoya was mistakenly abducted involves existing community shel- I by a group of men but later re- Substance Abuse and Prevention Program ters. Most of the inmates with the | leased once identified that she was Washington Park - Persons who of the Crusaders. participant who attends the ses- program are homeless because of | not Latoya. Then on September are addicted or know someone The length of the program is 90 sions must be evaluated." drug addiction. "This is a captured [ 10th as the residents were on the | who is to: illegal drugs, alcohol, days or 12 weeks. There is no Hard core drug users are urged group." explains Scotty. "One of I next block handing out flyers for a ; cigarettes, or gambling are encour- waiting for those in need to enroll. to enter a facility for confinement. the requirements for these shelters | planned prayer vigil for the Butler ; age to be part of the Crusaders of Inasmuch that the Crusaders can- At this facility, Scotty said, per- is for them to attend counseling! family; Latoya is shot in the neck I Justiceare Awareness sessions. A vass the neighborhoods, seeking sons can receive discipline train- sessions. in an attempt to kill her. program providing Substance out those in need of the services ing and counseling until they are Crusaders of Justice are working | On another occasion, on Tues- ! Abuse and Prevention The ses- says Minister "Scotty". drug free. with three homeless shelters: j day, October 16, Latoya's family \ sions are held on Monday, "Our Field workers are ex-drug The sessions includes; addicted Taherah Towers, 705 W. Garfield, I home is invaded by two men and Wednesday, and Friday from 2:00 users who have become drug free. personality; How addictions af- Connexrous Inc., 1416 W. Garfield \ her younger brother is shot as | p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Holiness And those involved are through- fects health, family and society; and 6601 S. Wood Street. For addi- | these perpetrators posed as cable I Community Temple Church, 418 out the community difficult to be direction in Combating addictions tional information call (773) 324-; repair men. The assailants shot I East 61st Street., also headquaters identified." Scotty added. "Each and Remaining drug-free. 8332 him once at the door then fourteen more times in front of cripple mother; young children made to lie down and watch as they terror- ized the mother and the son. No information on person in- volved in the incidents have come Vincennes forward as of yet. However, the BCU is developing a cash reward fund for information leading to the arrest of those involved. "We Market also want the Mayor and Superin- tendent Hillard to take a city wide 7900 S. Vincennes Ave. approach to this domestic violence Chicago, II. 60620 issue." "We have a specific plan^of ac- 773-651-3149 tion that will be executed during Serving the Community since 1955 "Busienss People that Care" Cuts & Styles, this campaign." Said Smith, "That Restaurant and Convenient Grocery with Packaged Goods, includes having Lee phone privi- Play the Lottery Here: Plenty of well lighted parking Wraps leges revoked and personal visits Open 365 days of the year, open 7:00 am to 2:00 am Frenchrolls, Seniors very closely scrutinized while he is 200 E. 47th Street Sponsors of all major neighborhood programs: educational, politi- incarcerated. cal, artistic, musical,, athletic, school, churches, fourndatons, Welcome Smith said the plan calls for all « 924-1997 journalism and scholarships. sectors of the community, includ- 79th vincennes. ing governor candidates to speak $25 SPECIALS out on this issue and what they r will do to strengthen Illinois here are 71.9.38 Lawyers in the State of Illinois.and Cook County but there is only one against domestic violence. Tuesday & Wednesday BCU requested the 8th Police District and the Marquette Park (Private) Security to allocate spe-' The law firm of cial attention to the family by post- E. DuuyE McNpL. & ASSOCIATES Press and Curl ing community alerts and extra patrol around the Butlers' home. aridthe' . Shear Magic In addition donate to the reward .Concentration: E. DUKE MCNEIL Abates:- fund. And that CAPS beat facilita- Critmnai 4459 Sp Indiana tors help patrol the home and Defenses • LAW NETWORK , Lewis Myer&ryr. block. Divorce and and located aatt Richard fteastdn (773)924-6578 "The Butler family, and the BCU I ami!) law Leslie J. Administration to call for an full Real f-islate 8541 South Cottage Grove 773/994-0915 Wheelchair Accessible fledge citywide campaign to stamp out this urban terrorism." available 7 days a week Now Hiring; Proclaimed Smith South Street Journal November 8 - 21, 2001 Page 5 Remap may change politics

(Continued from page 1) Curri Austin (34) stated that was one of the interest, said Aid. Ocasio. several changes. In addition to 20,000 resi- The Voting Rights problem remedied dents have moved from predominantly Congress with Act of 1965, which, among black wards to other parts of the city. other things, requires that political bound- "The 2nd Ward is experiencing an in- aries be drawn to give minorities a better crease in white residents," explained Aid. Proposed African American Caucus Wards chance of electing their own, and ultimately Austin, "...due to the housing boom of the 2000 City (^districting. end the "plantation politics". 1990s. Therefore, she said to meet the crite- Inasmuch as the City invested over $30 ria mandated by the Voting Rights Act and million in 1998 opposing the court ruling, to protect incumbent aldermen, a great deal Aid. Richard Mell (33), chairman of the of sacrifice and cooperation was given by councils' Rules Committee said, "that is almost every Black alderman. something we want to avoid this time." The Aid. Toni Preckwinkle's (4) ward is now Rules committee consist of all 50 alderman. 71% Black, with new boundaries stretch to Aid. Mell told SSJ that he was waiting for the Chicago River, north. the Black Caucus to submit their map in Dorothy Tillman (3) charged attempts for time for a vote December 1, 2001 on a final her to lose in 2003. As of June of this year one. Tillman stop attending the Caucus meeting The council is abiding by the U.S. District charging the Caucus map does not repre- court ruling in 1998 that favored Black ac- sent her best interest or her constituents. tivist and aldermen for an additional black She just recently proposed an alternative ward. It resulted in the 18th ward black map population increase from 54% to 71%, which Some community representation of surprised many reelected white Aid. Bronzeville stress concern that the Black Thomas Murphy over seven Black candi- Caucus map destroys the community de- dates. velopment plans in the 2nd and 3rd ward. As with the 1990s census, Chicago's 2000 Aid. Burton f. Natarus (42) stress he did racial population have changed. It lead Aid. not want the 4th ward to travel north in the Murphy to challenge the Caucus to include Loop as it is proposed because it could him the remap .discussions and a member of disrupt development in the Loop commu- the Black Caucus. nity. A concern Nat Thompson a The Caucus disapproved of him becoming Bronzeville historian stress as well for the a member. But their remap satisfied his 35th Street Development and 47th Street re-election chances. The 18th ward is now Blues District. 68% Black still counting it one of the 20 "I am concern for the political impact this Black wards. have on the Bronzeville community. But In the historical Bronzeville, wards the not less for the historical political process of 2nd, 3rd and 4th boundaries have change the wards have and could contributed to dramatically, from predominately Black to future Bronzeville empowerment." said average 70.5%, moving north and to the Thompson. near west side. Aid. Freddrennal Lyle (6) admitted the The 3rd Ward was clearly earmark for Caucus did not take that in consideration. change due to the lost of 17,600 residents, She added that is a rea-son for the many more than any other in the city. It was home meetings in the community. to the largest public housing development in Aid. Ed Smith, the Caucus chair stress American which contributed to the great lost (Continued on page 7) of population which began in 1996. Aid.

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Thornton Township Human Relations Commission DONALD DREWENSKI MARIANNE BENINELLI ERNESTINE BROWN "Building Strong Communities Together" BRETLAND GIBBS EVANNE CARYLIN THADAEUS HONES DEYON DEAN CHARLOTTE MILLER HOMER DILLARD, JR LAURA VERA RUBY DONAHUE JOYCE WASHINGTON

Supervisor Frank M. Zuccarelli and the Thornton Township Human Relations Commission Pays Tribute to The Men and Women who lost their lives in the Recent Attacks on our Nation.

We encourage each American to honor the legacy of those who lost their lives by praying for their families. We also encourage residents to not let the Hatred that harmed our country divide it by retaliating against groups and or organizations of different cultures and religious beliefs. " Building strong communities together" Frank Zuccarell's call for racial tolerance at the after math of the terrorist attack on America GOD BLESS AMERICA!

For more information about the Thornton Township Human Relations Commission, Call 708-596-6040 EXT. 3035 James A. Giglo Gwendolyn L. Davis Trustee Clerk Joyce M. Washington FRANK M. ZUCCARELLI, SUPERVISOR Arline M. Fantin Trustee V Assessor C.I.A.O. Sandra L. Bolda 333 E. 162nd Street, South Holland, George Miller Trustee Illinois 60473 Highway Commissioner Marion Beck Phone 708-598-3207 Helen E. Evans Beck Trustee Fax 798-598-3207 Collector Page 6 November 8 - 21, 2001 South Street Journal S OUTH S HORE S0Uth Shore Cultural Center:A historic community Celebration After the closing of the South The community led by the South save the South Shore County Shore Country Club in the early Shore Commission protested the Club. A city-wide group of arts, 1'970's the property was acquired plan to demolish it. organizations, historical preserva- by the Chicago Park District with a Moving to the next step the tions and other were formed with plan to demolish the main building Commission and the Center on the South Shore community to and replace it with a field house. the Lake formed a coalition to campaign against the proposed demolition and demanded the es- tablishment of a major city cul- tural center. Faced with concerted and highly vocal opposition, the Park District withdrew its request for "THE FUTURE BELONGS demolition in 1978 and provided TO THOSE WHO PREPARE FOR IT. funds for renovation of the lower READ TO SUCCEE floors and the exterior of the main YOEL club. Since that time the Council The community drive South Shore Country Club, will be celebrated at theAnnu Harvest Ball Benefit, presented by the Advisor Council on November 10th. 1727 EAST 87TH STREET, CHICAGO 773.768-8869 has been an active force in lobby- OPEN NONDAY THRU SATURDAY: 11 AM - 7 PM ing the Park District to increase tural, recreational and educational Lobbing for additional funding and upgrade the quality of pro- activities for adults and children has always been a direction of the gramming, and to promote better using the services of the park. Council. But this time the Council maintenance and beautification Over the years the cultural Cen- has step up to the plate and to raise SIRIUS BOOKS ; for the Center. ter became a major attraction for the funds needed. "With the later, ! "For Sirius People" The Advisory Council was many events. As members of the the Council will be holding it An- Yoel Yokhanah formed in 1986 as a non-profit Advisory Council served actively nual Harvest Ball Benefit to raise 5206 S. Harper-Hyde Park Chicago, Illinois 60615 organization. Its most important in the development, one project is funds for the beautification of the 773/955-1797 objectives are to advise the to maintain several flower gar- park. The ball will be held at the OPEN: Monday thru Saturday - HOURS: 10:00A TO 7:00P Chicago Park District on all opera- dens on the premises and to ad- South Shore Cultural Center on Sunday - Hours: 12:00p to 5:00p tions of the Center. Which in- vise the park district on landscape Saturday, November 10th. cludes develops and expands cul- issues. The Harvest Ball Benefit is not just to rasie funds, but to celebrate the success of the Council "We invite the art groups from other communities as well to sup- port this event and to present other affairs and events at the Center." The spokesperson said. The optional black-Tie Harvest ?£-- J i$*•"'•• Ball Benefit will be compliment with live music, dancing and a raf- fle. Donations are Tax deductible. For more information call:773- 908-8089. LAST MINUTE Cultural Center PRIVATE EVENT CENTER and the •BIRTHDAY PARTIES •STAGE & PARTY Washburne •FAMILY REUNIONS •MOOD LIGHTING •WEDDING EVENTS •SOUND SYSTEM RENTAL Culinary •GRADUATIONS •DJ SERVICE Institute •FASHION SHOWS •PROFESSIONAL SECURITY •KIDS APOLLO NIGHTS •CONVENIENT LOCATION By Oscar Worrill •CHURCH FUNCTIONS PARKING AVAILABLE View Point •FUNERAL REPAST SERVICE •CLEAN & MODERN ATMOSPHERE The South Shore Cultural Center was offered the opportunity to •OFFICE SPACE RENTALS house the Washburne Culinary In- stitute's Associate Degree Program 7229 S. Stony Island, in applied Sciences. But in a recent meeting, William Reynolds, director of the Chicago Chgo, II. 60649 Culinary Center gave an audio vi- sual presentation, that sparked 773- 643-2300 www.officesuites.net many questions from the advisory council of the South Shore Cultural Center. The focus of the discussion was the 1999 McClier Report writ- Tony Blair's ten by a consultant hired by the Chicago Park District. The consul- tant was hired to study space uti- Wireless Communications lization at the South Shore Cultural Center. There has been no final decision for all the partners in- ewS85s For ali your volved to come to a contract agree- ment for the Washburne Culinary Voice Activated O«£p$ Institute to use the Cultural Center. Spoaker phone To address the concerns of he com- Communications munity, a community meeting will Javaf" Powered be planned for early fall. Applications Service 6c If an agreement is reached by the parties, the program would be held OPRIMECO Interntf-reody on the Center's third level. Presently, the Washburne Culinary Institute is housed at Kennedy King College. The Chicago Culi- • GET MORE FOR LESS nary Program will become a signif- icant program at the new Kennedy • UNLIMITED TALK PLANS King campus which will be con- Nokia 6190 rd • PRE-PAY CELLULAR structed at 63 and Halsted. $19.00 / FREE HEADPHONE The South Shore Cultural Center • CELLULAR ACCESSORIES has 25,000 square feet of underde- • NEXTEL PHONE REPAIRS Actual phone may vary. veloped space on the 3r level, which the Chicago City Colleges • CORPORATE ACCOUNTS WELCOME has proposed to utilize for the Washburne Culinary Institute. The 773- 643-2300 proposed plan is over a $1.5 mil- lion investment by the City Col- 7229 S. STONY ISLAND leges of Chicago in the South Shore CHICAGO, IL 60649 www.officesuites.net Cultural Center. South Street Journal November 8 - 21, 2001 Page 7 10 academic all-stars. The Chicago Tribune foundation pro- Chicago Tribune partners vides a $2,000 scholarship to each of the students. with South Shore Drill Team, As a major competitive media for the African American market, MARKETING IN THE BUCK COMMUNITY The Tribune Company (NYSE: TRB), one of the country's premier South Shore - In its ongoing com- Since 1980, the South Shore media companies, operating busi- mitment to youth and education, Drill Team and Performing Arts nesses in broadcasting, publishing the Chicago Tribune has formed a Ensemble have helped hundreds and on the Internet began its mar- partnership with the celebrated of inner-city youth learn what it keting in the Black community South Shore Drill Team and per- means to be the best. The team's with an aggressive news cover- forming Arts ensemble. dazzling precision routines thrill age, marketing and advertising Beginning now through the end audiences throughout Chicago campaign. Its daily readership is of the year, a portion of all pro- and the Midwest whenever they more than 2 million and nearly 3 ceeds generated from the sale of perform. Under the direction of miIlion on In addition to the partnership with the South Shore Drill Team, Chicago Tribune Sunday. Tribune subscription in the South Arthur Robertson, a former president and publisher Scott C. Smith (L) with a South Shore Community The newspaper has increased its Shore area will go to the eight-time Chicago public School teacher, Academy student as he served as "Principal for a Day". investigative stories to the inter- Illinois State Champion South team members are required to est of the Black community and shore Drill Team. In addition, the maintain good grades. Their the South Shore Drill Team devel- publisher Scott C. Smith served sponsorship of many Black promo- tribune is sponsoring the Drill school progress is monitored and, ops self-esteem, self-discipline, "Principal for a Day" at South tional events. Presently Tribune Team on its appearance in the if necessary, members are pro- leadership skills and goals for the Shore Community Academy on subscriptions ads are being placed Field's Jingle Elf Parade down- vided with tutoring and home- future. Tuesday, October 23. Smith was in the Black media of Chicago. town on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. work assistance sessions. In addition to the partnership joined in his assignment by Byron Alone with its ad spots on WVON 22. The South Shore Drill team is a Consisting of 200 males and fe- with the South Shore Drill Team, P. White, the Tribune's senior 1450, representatives from the 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. males ranging in age from 7 to 21, Chicago Tribune president and manager of community relations. newspaper are weekly quest re- The Tribune also sponsors the porters on the Cliff Kelly show ev- annual Chicagoland Spelling Bee ery Friday morning. African-American Sorority Build and each year honors Illinois' Top Center in Woodlawn Neighborhood | Mayor Richard M. Daley submit- zation. service organization of 150,000 ted a plan to the City Council to- The new AKA community cen- women in more than 900 chapters ! day by the African-American Al- ter will be a 10,000 square-foot across the globe. Founded in 1908 pha Kappa Alpha sorority to build facility with 55 parking spaces. at Howard University, it is the a $1.4 million community service The building will contain office, oldest and largest sorority of its I center for programs aimed at classroom and meeting room kind and hailed as America's pre- strengthening the family, improv- space. miere Greek-lettered organization ing health and cultural activities. The sorority will offer pro- for Black women. "The City uses many economic grams such as after-school tutor- Among its membership in- development tools to help build ing in partnership with the cludes such high-profile women j needed facilities, like community Chicago. Public Schools. It will as astronaut and physician Mae j centers, that improve the quality also offer cultural enrichment ac- Jemison, poet Maya Angelou, ac- | | of life for our residents," Mayor tivities and parenting skills edu- tress Phylicia Rashad, and enter- WE DO ANY Daley said. "This new develop- cation. Additionally, the founda- tainer Gladys Knight. SIZE PARTY tion promotes educational pro- ment will provide the residents of Some local elected officials who \ WITH ONE DA Y ] Woodlawn with a new neighbor- grams on global issues. are members include Alderman | NOTICE hood center to learn, socialize and AKA plans to move their social Leslie Hairston (5th), State Rep. [ IN ADVANCE improve their quality of life." service programming out of St. Connie Howard (D-Chicago), | U 6. Double Under the plan, the City will sell Mark's Methodist Church at 85th Cook County Commissioner Bob- ! Buy any 16" Cheeseburger 4.59 \ AKA seven vacant parcels at 6216- and Champlain Avenue to the bie Steele (D-Chicago) and Federal j Pizza for $9.99 #7. 4 oz ! 42 S. Ingleside Ave. for a nominal new facility after its completion Court Judge Blanche Manning. -1 Liter pop Free Steakburger 3.59 fee of $1 per lot. This is about in late 2002. #8. 8oz Chopped Steak $468,000 in savings for the organi- AKA is an international public We Specialize 4.59 (Continued from page 5) aldermen should be commended being working together raising All served w/Fries, Large coming together as they are. concerns and boycotting construc- in: Pizza, Drink or can Soda Adding this is the result of "Black tion sites that receive government Nick's Special Generifation" he and others were funds and do not have the ap- Beef, BBQ, Ribs 2 - Hot dogs Remap labeled radicals addressing it 30 proiate number of Black construc- w/2 Fries 2.59 years ago. tion workers on site. Rib Tips the numerous attempts to have Even with the notion that Dr. Worrill stated this is the long Open 7 days a week Checkout our other locations at Tillman and Haithcock to take part Blacks and Hispanics will be the over due leadership the commu- Mon. - Thur 10 am to 2 am in their meetings. Which Tillman majority on the City Council, one nity has been waiting for from Fri & Sat 10 am to 3 am, 2008 W. 63rd St. was reported missed the last 24. alderman stress, as the wards are Black aldermen. sun 11 am to 2 am 63rdaDamen With her own political career in less populated, political power "With many concerns to hold you fan the air, Tillman made it known her has surface for Blacks and His- them accountable to the commu- 773.434-0606 efforts to oust Murphy in 2003. panic. But, that potential power nity, maybe most of them are hold- However, the black caucus dis- according to an alderman's aid, ing themselves accountable." tanced itself from her statement. the problem will be with some Added Dr. Worrill. Addressing the shift of power in (names withheld) aldermen ap- For a view of the map and what the City Council and the commu- pointed by the Mayor. ward you may resided in contract nities, Dr. Conrad Worrill said the . 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This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Woe God are more ignorant, morally weakened and Southland - Harvey city council approved a even if initiated by students, the majority of to the Shepherds of Israel who take care of fearful of the enemies of truth than their own resolution that will allow students to pray the American population believes that stu- themselves! Should not shepards take care of flock? in school last month. Since then Mayor dents should have the right to do so. the flock? I believe that Allah (God) is calling on a new Nickolas E. Graves has received over- Mayor Graves recalls how This passage of Ezekiel chapter 34 is as rele- generation of spiritual men & women. I believe whelming support from residents, th Americans united by praying the vant today as it was in the 6 Century b.c. . As that there is a intense struggle being waged in school officials, students and various day following the tragic terrorist we look at the cycle of poverty, ignorance and religious & spiritual circles. This struggle re- community and religious leaders urg- attacks, "We have to think about depravation that plagues the Black community, volves around the need for the Joshua Genera- ing him to petition the state to restore how these events will effect the it becomes clear that there is void in true Allah tion of leadership to express what Almighty God voluntary prayer in the public school future generations of our nation. I (God) - centered leadership. is breathing into their hearts for the overthrow of system. believe prayer in schools will help The old saying that there is a church, or two ignorance, moral cowardice and oppression. But Consequently, Mayor Graves has to increase the peace in Harvey's on every block, is still true in 2001. Now we how many of our religious & spiritual elders are decided to hold a series of town hall communities." might add that there is a church, a mosque and a unaware of this need for transition & change? meetings on the issue of religious ex- "It is our immediate responsibil- temple for every block, in the Black com- Too many of our religious and spiritual elders pression in schools. The last one was ity to give them the ability to ex- munity. Likewise, there is a drug dealer, a have a track record of spiritual, social & po- held October 30 at Harvey City Hall. Harvey Mayor, press themselves spiritually in pimp, a liquor store, a rapist and many litical cowardice. Too many of our religious Nickolas E. Despite that the U.S. Constitution their education environment." said other destructive human beings on every & spiritual elders have reached a black hole Graves prohibits prayer in public schools the mayor block in our community. in their level of faith. If it is written that Al- There is obviously something missing lah (God) prepared a Joshua generation capa- from all of the religious activity that is ble of moving the masses forward into fulfill- propagated in our community. Do we need ment, then we must begin to skillfully foster ritual or substance? As a young Minister, that needed transition of spirit, vision and my spirit has been devastated by the gross power. Toyota W On Western hypocrisies, evil intentions, mean spirited As we move forward into this new millen- and hard - hearted ways of people in reli- nium, who will reach our youth and inspire gion. This spiritual decay has been lead by them to stand up with the courage to defeat the ignorance, greed and inordinate self- the true enemies of our rise? Who will expose TOYOTA interests of religious leadership. It is reli- and demonstrate the masses of our people to gious leadership that has perpetuated both reli- the great truths of our great leaders & teachers gious ignorance and moral decay. It is religious during this next millennium? Who will tell them leadership that has fostered a twisted concept of of their debt to Nat Turner, Denmark Vessey, the nature, role & value of women. It is religious Harriet Tubmen, the Hon. Marcus Garvey, Paul TRADE-IN leadership that has fought to keep a hoodwink Robeson, Richard Allen, Adam Playton Powell over the minds of the masses. It is religious lead- Jr., Muhammad Ali, Kwame Toure, Dr. Martin ership that has lead in alcoholic, narcotic and Luther King and the Hon. Elijah Muhammad? sexual deviancy. It is the religious that has Woe to the shepherds of Israel who take TRADE-UP! blessed urban blight, land grabs, gentrification, care of themselves! Should not shepherds red lining and general political, corruption. take care of the flock? How can the masses of the people ever realize their full potential, when the so - called men of [email protected]

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elected officials said they were pleased Burris was returning to run. He gives vision to Illinois. How- ever, acknowledging Burris is the best qualified and prefer that he was governor, would not go on record if they would support Burris saying it was too early to begin publicly talking about endorse- ments. (Continued from page-1) Following this interview Burris did received Burris, in his 30 year career of public service and endorsed support from elected officials before a crowd of 400 cheering people in his backyard; 16 years as an Illinois state elected official, has not Attending the announcement included State Sena- lost a general election against a Republican, winning tors Barack Obama, Donne Trotter, Rickey Hendon, three terms as state comptroller and statewide office, State Rep. Calvin Giles, Aldermen Fredrenna Lyle, finished a strong second in the 1998 Democratic Anthony Beale, Ted Thomas, County Club Hills Aid. gubernatorial primary capturing 30 percent of the Steven Burris, and Maywood Mayor Ralph Conner. vote in a four-way field despite spending relatively Ron: There are reports that "The Little Warrior" little money. Willie Barrow is supporting Paul Vallas. How is it Thomas Eric, a forty something has been voting that with your historic relationship with PUSH? 1975. "The way I see it, why would someone put Burris: She can support who she want to. My public out 50 to 100 million dollars to get a job that pays record should speak for itself. Ironically, however, I about $200,000 per year." Eric answers his question have not received endorsements by many that in their firmly. "Well it's about the power! They all talk about right mind know I should. I just put my public record health, education, social security and education." Photo: Eric Werner. on the issues against any candidate running. Former Atty. General Roland Burris announced his candidacy for governor of Eric, like most of the sometimes Black scholars Ron: On WVON the subject first address a NAACP would cast their vote with Black political empower- Illinois on Sunday from his Chicago South Side home. His family, son Roland II and daughter-in-law Marti, wife Berlene, and their daughter Rolanda joined him boycott in some other state. It then evolved dis- ment in mind. But, Eric wanted to know what will with nearly 400 supporters to kick-off the campaign. cussing older leaders need to take a retirement. Why make. Burris any different from the other seven candi- wouldn't that include you? dates. Outside of Chicago there is a place called Illinois, and as governor I will always work for balanced economic develop- Burris: There is always need to bring along new leadership. Many of Burris's active supporters stress their main My nephew is an alderman in Maywood. But they must listen concern is the primary. "The democratic bosses will do ment throughout the state. to the elders. But more than that my platform also calls for anything to stop Burris at the primary." Said Bruce Ron: Land grab has been a major buzz term from Little creating a Department of Young adults to address the needs of Crosby. To that, early this October the State Democratic Village to Bronzeville, Woodlawn and now the concern for 18 to 40 year-olds. Party held its slanting forum for the 2002 primary at Inner Englewood in relationship to the TIFs and eminent domain. City Studies on 39th Street. The results were not en- What does this have to do with being Governor? State Comptroller Daniel Hynes implemented a fellowship dorsement for the governor seat. Burris: I meet with some of those organization and we program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in public service was named in honor of Burris. Crosby said, "Burris is a winner, he has won three talked about their concerns for community development, Ron: Who did you meet with? Hynes said. "Few people rival Roland Burris when it comes statewide primaries and three statewide elections. They to public service and that is why it is fitting to name this know if he gets by the primary he is a sure in for the Burris: That will be forth coming. program in honor of his distinguished career in state govern- November 2, 2002 election. However, Burris also ran The Illinois laws are structured where with Home rule, pro- ment. He has inspired many young people to pursue unsuccessfully in 1984 for the Democratic nomination for grams for local development are left to the city government. careers in this arena and his legacy is known throughout U.S. Senate. And in 1995, he stepped up to the plate in a As governor, I will have a role in local developments in our state government." community draft for mayor of Chicago against Richard communities. And address legislation to make those changes. The Roland W. Burris Fellowship is open to college stu- dents and recent college graduates. Daley. And address affordable housing for those residents. A former classmate and track team member of Burris' The State will have a housing agenda. Ron: During the last election you called other candidates, hometown of Centralia Township High School, Ken Bauer When it comes to Illinois government, no one has more di- "Good Old Boys", The campaign picked up attention. Some who introduced Burris, said his friend has been running rect or hands-on knowledge of the state's budget and how the people were glad that you put it straight. ever since high school, where he was the track team's various departments work than me to make this happen. Burris: It is nothing to.it. It was said. And now it is over. premier miler. "Roland knows what it takes to run this It is nothing else to it.. state. He is proud to be a citizen of Illinois, Roland is Ron: You lost in the last election by 40,000 votes. . Where proud to be an American. was the ball dropped Ron: A campaign to win mean how many votes? The following is an interview of Roland Burris prior to Burris: It was a little less than 58,000 votes. They are going Burris: 400,000 votes. We can do that. his announced at his Downstate hometown of Centralia to count the votes this time. Ron: Is there certain messages of unity in the commu- as well as at his Southside Chicago home on 89th and Well a lot of it had to do with resources. And the key, we nity need to be address. A unified message that you Indiana and in Rockford. Burris began a string of appear- wish we could have gotten more of the African American could share to all voters? ances with several key leadership join by his campaign votes. On that day it rain in Chicago from that early morning Burris: Burris is back and running to win the Governor's co-chairmen, U.S. Reps. Danny Davis and Bobby Rush. to late that night. The voters did not come out. race. My hometown friend, who still live in Centralia, said Ron: How do you feel? We were counting on 30 to 40% of the voters to come out. it. And many agree with him saying,....with everything Burris: I am feeling great. I had a physical from my doctor Ron: I heard Delmarie on the radio two days after the 1998 that's happening in this country, we need good role models. and everything is well. Health wise, physically and emotion- election that she was concern that those that said they will He said I know what it takes to run this state. I believe and ally. support the campaign financial, did not. know just as my opponents do. Ron: How much is this campaign going to be a major elec- Burris: That was then, this is now. There is a saying, "think locally, but act globally." I am a tion than those before? The money will be there. Two of them we hope to make man the people have come to know from experience. In- Burris: That was then, and this is now. individuals and de- good on their pledges did not. tegrity, honesty, effectiveness, public servant. The people mographics have change. There are individuals that are in the Ron: Would that include a likely endorsement from the are ready to elect Roland Burris to be Governor of Illinois. campaign different than before. My skills and ability have im- Chicago Black Caucus, the Illinois Black Caucus or the Con- proved. gressional Black Caucus. Minister Bamani Obadele, better known as a republi- We put forth most of the issues that we address. Burris: Ron first let me point out to you this is a statewide can is backing Rod Blagojevich, a democrat over Burris. Ron: Such as? election. Not only will I go to Black organizations I will be "Just because he is Black we shouldn't automatically Burris: We have come up with the sensibility issues. In- going all over,. I was in DePage county at the State Fair, shak- mean we should vote for the guy." Said Obadele. "Blacks should vote for those candidates and political crease the state's share of education funding to 51 percent with ing hands. I was up in McKinney County in their state fair. I parties who promise and deliver benefits to Black Ameri- new revenue growth 51 % funding for the schools. will be with white politicians as well as Black. cans. "I'm going for Blagojevich because he is said and The Information Technology. A Microsoft executive told me Ron: Yeah, Well still. What about those particular ones? he will deliver." He continued saying, Being Black should that this company can only fill half of its new jobs in the United Burris: We have meetings being arranged all over this city not entitle Burris to a free ride. States and must go overseas to fill the others with skilled work- and the state. The north side, west side, and the south sub- Ron: It seems your major hurdle is still Black elected ers. What I proposed in the last election, the state is now fol- urbs. Yes. Those that want to support me I welcome them. officials and leaders. Is it hard being a Black candidate lowing up on. The Information Technology is a key part of all Ron: Will there be some organized effort? than a white? state economic development strategies and I will see that ap- Delmarie Cobb: Ron, we will reach out for all of them Ron. propriate funding follows. Ron: Well, alright. Burris: Ten times better and ten times harder worker. In Ron: Crime has always been a key word to get voters. terms. I have been elected four times Statewide, contrary to any (Ms Cobb handled Burris campaign in 1998. She has been Black that was ever to do that. So I don't use the race situation What is your spin on it? a political analyst and PR consultant on the local and Burris: As Attorney General, that's the state's top attorney national level. She is now handling the public relations for as something I got to carry as a burden. I was born Black, go- job to address crime. Being so, I convened the first statewide the City Counsel Black Caucus) ing to die Black. Recognize that there is racist in this society. Grand Jury on Drugs to investigate and prosecute drug dealers. Regardless of the early speculations, most And that is one of the reason my candidacy is out there. Is to As a result, we stopped two major statewide drug operations make sure that not only we can play the sports but we can also in their tracks and put two dozen drug dealers behind bars. I be in policy position to make decisions for all the state. That took bold actions to get crime under control in the state. consists of 12 million people. In addition, I spearheaded passage of the Illinois Crime Ron: Is this is a personal and public journey for you Victims Amendment that gives victims the rights they de- and your family. serve when victimized by criminals. We double the funding Burris: This is hard work, this is my son is with me now. for grants to agencies that provide services to crime victims. My family is behind me. And I have no choice. There is a But, I know in depressed areas of the state many of the root lot of work to be done. causes of crime are economics. In the face of September 11, Burris is the only African-American candidate. my experience is established to address the emergency of our Other Democrats in the race for governor include country and state. For 12 years as State Comptroller, I man- former Treasurer Patrick Quinn and former Chicago aged the state's multi-billion dollar budget. And is ready to school chief Paul Vallas, both have strong ties in the aggressively work to create jobs and take action to solve eco- African American community and progressive politi- nomic issues to help address crime as an innovator leader. cal bases. Also in the race are former comptroller Ron: On the third airport: and state school superintendent Michael Bakalis, Burris: My campaign platform includes building a south U.S. Rep. Rod Blagojevich of Chicago, and State Rep. suburban airport within five years. There is a considerable Louis Lang of Skokie. Jim Ryan, now the incumbent SSJ Photo by Armadell Hicks attorney general, is among three Republicans running economic stake in the construction of a third airport. It does Roland Burris candidate for governor being interviewed by South in the primary race for governor. Burris in 1990 not mean the death of O'Hare, but rather life, health, and eco- Street Journal's publisher and editor Ron Carter, two weeks prior to defeated Ryan for attorney general. nomic vitality for Illinois. his announcement. Page 10 November 8 - 21,2001 South Street Journal

white man's war. But there is still another Then it must turn within. To balance with form of patriotism. When traveling the missile defense shield, and abuse of civil (Continued from page 1) Racism, so powerful. More powerful than aboard, most Blacks are proud to claim. rights under the Terrorist Act with the in- "How to spot a Terrorist" report at 10:00 the U.S. government and its war machin- "Yes, I am an American." There is no need timidation of anyone opposed to President evening news". ery. to say African American. Bush or US policy. This is another time when one could The nerve was hit by the words of Pres- It is hope that our soldiers are fighting The war is not going so well in the Black imagine to be white, cheering together at a ident George Bush "Dead or Alive", is a as the president emphasizes, this is not a community. But the nerve of Bin Laden, or Bears game, proud of the president as if he reminder of some racist "Red neck", hang- war against civilians. An "Enduring Free- whom ever is responsible, to remind one of was Michael Jordan slam dunking. To feel ing out in Texas too long. It was a re- dom", war for the liberation of being Black in America. the glory of unity among Americans is diffi- minder of Mayor Richard J. Daley's, "Shot Afghanistan. For there is a long history of There is no need to rush to the Koran for cult especially when it's all over, how we to kill." America in the Middle East countries. answers. are soon to forget and business is back as It triggered another nerve that Bush's The military bombing against Osama Habakkuk usual. It hits a nerve every time. election is still under very fishy circum- Bin Laden is a comfort for some Ameri- 5"Look at the nations and watch- My neighbor stances, where Black Americans protection cans. Nevertheless, as Curtis May field hit and be utterly amazed. For I am most likely will not as voters are in question. The nerve is put it, "If it's Hell below, We all are going going to do something in your days read this editorial. pinched for many Americans as Mayor to go." From the unknown anthrax issue to that you would not believe, even if you Nor will the children Daley and corporation cut budgets and the "national alert" warnings. Even as the were told. of Afghanistan, nor jobs. But it is not so for everyone, because Taliban have not give in nor a leader has 6 I am raising up the Babylonians, those who murdered of the hidden agendas "last hired, first been killed, captured or defected. that ruthless and impetuous people, our fellow Ameri- fired" premise. Now affirmative actions If Rev. Jesse Jackson words for open our who sweep across the whole earth to _ cans. Neither will goals are at the mercy of September 11, eyes to all suffering around the globe, and seize dwelling places not their own. I they feel the nerves victory. Still goals sat in the 1970's are not rededicate ourselves to eradicating violence, 7 They are a feared and dreaded mm, m 4B I burn inside when the expect to be achieved until the year 2025. fear, and hatred from the world, were that of people; they are a law to themselves •n "*! a I Pr°fmng °f Arab Polish and Hispanic have the construction President Bush instead of his proclaimed and promote their own honor. Americans is a re- jobs. Even below Arab Americans in com- Texan cowboy slant it may have put a little 8Their horses are swifter than Ron Carter, minder of being parison to population and time in America less tension on the news media's influenc- leopards, fiercer than wolves at dusk. Publisher and Editor Black. Or when it's having most of the businesses in the com- ing WLS callers and talk show host America Their cavalry gallops headlong; all over those Black munities. What's going on here, of course Under Attack, America at War, America Fight They fly like a vulture swooping to men who wave the flags on their cars will is profiteering under the flag of patriotism. Back. Headlines put out before congress devour; be stop even more by the police. These are daily reminders that the chil- voted on Bush's $80 Billion "War on Ter- 910 They laugh at all fortified They will not feel the HBO special on dren of Afghanistan or my white neighbor rorism". What are behind the slogans of cities; they build earthen ramps and White terrorist, (three weeks before Septem- may not vision to think about. For the "Kill and attack" then, "God Bless Amer- capture them. ber 11) teaching their six year olds to kill children wonder if their homes will be ica." Surely God would say 'What nerve', 11 then they sweep past like the Black and Jewish people. Nor the "War on bombed, taught to be terrorist or is the in the face of Mother Nature terror, Be wind and go on - guilty men, whose Drugs" is the CIA. As WVON's Cliff Kelly bombing a sign of liberation as President merciful Dear God many times own strength is their god." puts it, the Cocaine Import Agency. They Bush points out. For being patriot mean believing Amer- Is this Un-American, many would say will not think of police falsifying records, Conversations in the Black community ica can and must surrender its belief in the nerve to use the Bible at times like this. and the Judge, the prosecutor, the defense range from one Chicago elected official judgment, revenge and vindication over a attorney and all the viewers in the court proclaimed, "My son is not going to no wrong that has been committed. In the room know racism is hidden in the laws. war for this country! That's out! This is a long run, America endurance will triumph.

On a more personal level, Quincy called Nate because he's Public radio station WBEZ-FM 91.5 WBEZ has produced a Media Ignoring forgotten how racism works. The way Nate described it, his masterful oral documentary about institutional racism, patronage conversation with Quincy Jones involved more surprise that politics, class stratification, greed and corruption that is dominant Bronzeville's voice anyone would consider tearing down Gerri's legacy than it in the history of the Chicago Housing Authority. was a recognition of why Bronzeville, a profound historical The one billion dollar Public Housing Transformation Plan in Dear Editor; artifact in the history of this country, would be forced to suf- Chicago, must become a civic engagement mechanism for eco- For professional reasons, I have to limit my input regarding fer this level of indignity. nomic empowerment that will generate sustained wealth for this subject to "media analysis", i.e., I'm going to talk about the As somebody who is paid to document the day-to-day lower income African Americans. "Bronzeville crisis" - and, make no mistake, from a media per- events and concerns of Hyde Park and Bronzeville, and who As required by federal law, in the HOPE VI, Section 111 legis- spective, the term "crisis" is appropriate - and how it should be has agreed to follow an ethical policy that demands the up- addressed - again, just in terms lation, where are the upfront economic empowerment and wealth keep and maintenance of trans- generation projects that will enhance the life styles of truly disad- of my role as a reporter who has , parency in the political processes by a degree in Journalism and can - Just talking out, and vantaged public housing and other lower income residents of the which a community evolves and historic Bronzeville community? talk about the role of the media saying nottyng. responds to those communities, I in the reporting of issues rele- Virtually, feel that I would be compromising Harold L. Lucas vant to the readership of any my ethical commitment if I did not Bronzeville and all relevant media organs - say that Bronzeville is, to the best of to an undeserved community. my professional knowledge, experi- The facts speak for them- encing a media blackout. Further, AN ALTERNATIVE selves. I'm disinclined to "preach based on analysis of city wide trends, to the choir" about how signifi- I recommend a national advocacy NATIONAL SECURITY VISION cant structures like Gerri's Palm program. 1 Dear Editor; Tavern and the Supreme Life I cannot, for professional reasons, We need a new vision of national security, one informed by Building - and the people pro- speculate as to why what seems to history, not driven by hysteria. Today, the United States is the j tecting their integrity - would be clearly a national disaster does world's No. 1 exporter of arms, accounting for about half of j not suffer the insults and en- ys 2 not appear in local papers that docu- fall weapons sold on the world market. Sixty-eight percent of I counter the risk that they are ment less important occurrences these American manufactured weapons are bought by devel-1 forced to struggle with if they across the globe. However, I don't oping countries. Thus, to millions of people around thej were on the Northside or in pre- think that, whatever those obstruc- world, America is the weapons supplier of choice. dominantly white communities! tions are, they necessarily span the But, has this led to greater security or global instability? but I do feel it is important to country. Common sense, from my Imagine if we were the No. 1 exporter of teachers. We're j recognize that no newspaper perspective, says that this country wants to hear this story. not, and in fact, we have a critical shortage of teachers in our j that reaches the whole of Chicago is willing to pursue the im- Bronzeville deserves a voice and is not being heard in own public schools. As a result, we need 2 million more! plications of this travesty. Chicago. Ron Carter, Todd Spivak, Residents Journal and I can talk teachers over the next 10 years. The bottom line is that Bronzeville is nationally significant. Imagine if we were the No. 1 exporter of doctors andj about what's going on until we're blue in the face, but endemic Let's tell the story of what is happening here to the media or- racism prevents our efforts from being relevant in Chicago. nurses. We're not, and in fact, we have a critical shortage of I gans willing to report it. health professionals in many rural and urban communities in j Losing Bronzeville, from a journalistic perspective - among ' I'm paid to tell the story of my neighborhood. What I see is other relevant perspectives - is a national travesty. our country. that my neighborhood is about to be erased. If Chicago news- As a result, we recruit one out of every four doctors from j Correctly "pitched", we're talking about a New Yorker story. papers don't want to talk about that, I have an ethical commit- America enjoys Chicago, for many reasons. As an example ment to tell Bronzeville leadership that it's time to talk to a overseas. of how we could talk about what's happening on the South larger audience, because we're supposed to ensure that the For what are we known? The truth is, from a global van- j Side, consider the simple fact that a half-century proprietor of story is told. tage point, we may be better known for supplying rifles and j a South Side blues and jazz club (Gerri's Palm Tavern) was Someplace, sometime. land mines rather than food and medicine. We must choose j evicted to construct a blues and jazz corridor with a com- Forgive me for callousness, but Gerri is great copy. an alternative vision for national security over global insecu- j pletely unmeasured possibility of success. It seems to me that, if she's not on the cover of The Rolling rity. A good education and health care will make people j Additionally, consider the fact that, traditionally, Chicago Stone, it's our fault. As an objective observer, in the final across the globe more secure than bombs and missiles. politics bend to national attention. analysis, I can say it's your fault. I present an alternative vision of national security in my! Gabriel Piemonte, new book, "A More Perfect Union: Advancing New American j November 1 -14,2001 Volume 9 Number 1 Hyde Park Herald/Lakefront Outlook, Comments made do noRights.t " I strongly believe that if we build a More Perfect) reflect the opinions of the Hyde Park Herald/ | Union we can build a More Perfect World. South Street Journal Lakefront Outlook. At the C B C Conference, I hosted two forums exploring! is published by Bronzeville Jarrell Communications Inc., j our history and our future. If you were not able to attend, j Ron Carter, Editor and Publisher, | you may view the forums on my website. I hope you will join j We welcome letters to the editor and comments on any material. Upfront economic empowerment for | our discussion and the fight for new American rights. Submit all subscription and correspondence to: 400 W. 76th Street, Suit 200, Chicago, Illinois 60620. CHA residents Jesse Jackson, Jr. -) You may fax letters to (773)783-1754 and Dear Editor; Congressman Second District of Illinois j E-mail to [email protected], Hear, in vivid detail all the outrageous atrocities endured by http://www.jessejacksonjr.org j Entire contents copyright 2001. low-income African Americans, who were forced by restrictive All rights reserved. covenants and economic hardship to live at some point in their Printed in the United States of America lives in Chicago Public Housing. ENTERTAINMENT South Street Journal November 8 - 21,2001 Page 11

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But, that is not advice of her son, Richard Olivier. City's (Gerri's) Palm Tavern? my interest. % "After reading many national sto- Grand Blvd. - Since July 2, 2001, terprise... a historically significant For over 67 years, the ries about my mother," said Mr. when the City of Chicago used its economic development project ex- Palm Tavern played host Olivier. "I came back to Chicago to power of eminent domain to take isting in Bronzeville. to some of the biggest witness and look out for her best control of the historic Gerri's Palm The City took control of the names in the entertain- interest." Tavern no one seems to know the building, put up at least $500,000 ment business, from Duke "The City presented the best of- future of the now "Chicago's Palm (including, $89,000 to Ms. Olivier, Ellington to Bruce Willis. fer," Mr. Olivier said. Tavern." at 446 E. 47th Street. lawyer, fees ove.r $300,000, prop- More than a nightclub, it Although the City has not given However, the revitalization of erty cost $60,000, property man- has served the African- a date or any details, of what a 47th Street continued its westward agement and security cost not American community as a proposal content would be based expansion as the city endorsed know.) meeting place for social on. Muntu Dance Theatre's plans to Eliz Higginbottom, president of concerns among civil But, on going plans for 47th open a $10 million dance and retail rights leaders, intellectu- center on 47th Street at Greenwood East Lake management who is Street hedges on many loopholes Avenue. managing the Palm Tavern and als arid Black politicians. of progress account of the develop- The 65,000-square-foot building the Supreme Life building on 35th Olivier, who played an ment of a long-awaited theater and and King Drive, told South Street active role on 47th Street cultural complex in her ward. will include a 400-seat theater, Gerri Olivier; owner of Gerri's Palm Tavern for dance studios, classrooms and Journal that. "I am just managing over 40 years, has never taken a drink of alco- in many organizations The Sun-Times reported the theater street-level retail. The building de^ the property". Pressed if you had hol and asks the question, "How can you all throughout her years, part of a map that includes: Buddy sign features a glass and multicol- any future financial interest and drink that stuff?" Ms. Olivier finally gave in to shielded away from mak- Guy's Legends at 47th & St. the City and Alderman Tillman's crusade to ored glazed brick facade along who may have, he replied no and ing direct comments on Lawrence; African Bazaar at 47th & 47th Street. take possession of her business. Ms. Olivier insisting he did not know what told her close supporters it was a decision the City's actions. King; Second City Theater at 47th The building will also have two party (s) had interest adding. "If I With many of her sup- & King, and no indications of the in areas that will be usable by mem- the Palm Tavern space. bers of the public. One is a 2,000- square-foot multi-purpose room (Continued from page 1) Avalon Park Council, president served. "The market for us to serve that Gray describes as "a great whose organization is just east of the the Black community is here. Not space for intimate performances— Dan Ryan to Honeysuckles, said. only for the upscale dinning residents jazz, blues and the like" and the Honeysuckles "Over time there was clear identifica- of West Chatham seeks, but the many other is the "Grand Lobby," which tion of what was going there. There events migrating to the loop and the will also serve as the main entrance architectural and external design per- is no issue valid here. Honeysuckles suburbs. A concern many leadership of the building. mits, the city granted Honeysuckle's is a elegant restaurant, with fine din- has sought to address." approval under the zoning of Ml to The plan would move Muntu ing. His organization recently held "The economic agenda with us goes do the necessary work needed to up- their annual program there. "Our beyond being one of Chicago's finest from its current address, 6800 S. scale. After nine months into the organization supports this business restaurants." Says Hollins, Wentworth Ave., to 1100-16 East project and near completion, the zon- whole heartily. There is something "Honeysuckles has and continues to 47th Street. The Muntu Center will ing was lowered that interfered with a missing, that West Chatham commu- build strong relationships with institu- be in Aid. Toni Preckwinkle's successful restaurant it was marketed nity leaders are is not supporting this tions throughout Chatham and its sur- Fourth Ward and*across the street to become, according to Hollins. establishment, as it should. We have rounding communities such as our or- from the new site of Little Black The resident led by the West tried to reach out for an understand- ganization. It created a relationship Pearl, a local arts education center. Chatham Improvement Association ing. But communications just stop." with Chicago State University as well (WCIA) alarmed with the idea that if "The issue with liquor is a lack as Simeon High School to be an off- Little Black Pearl's project broke liquor is served it would become an of trust." Says Hollins. "My family site training facility designed to ac- ground in late spring. upscale night life club attracting unde- has been in the entertaining business commodate the Hospitality training With the many letters of support sirables to the area. Hollins said. for a long time. But we are in our programs." to save the Palm Tavern to Mayor "Unfortunately the wrong message Larry Hollins, Operations manager 40's and 50' we have a disincentive The issue with the City is the down Richard Daley, the city remains got out to the community." of Honeysuckles, "the business taste just as many of the homeowners zoning of the restaurant has stripped it mute. Even Becky Carrol, for- In addition to the down zoning of must make sure it is meeting the in the West Chatham community." of the ability to be profitable as the existing community necessities". mally of the Mayor's Press office B1, the WCIA lead a successful cam- Hollins pointed out, the many people business plan called for. paign resulted in the precinct being that have visited Honeysuckles there "We are assured by our neigh- insisted that there would be com- voted dry. and do not offend this process". has been no disturbance in the com- bors we will come to an agreement." munity participation in preparing There were dozens of meetings Honeysuckle does receive support munity. "I understand the apprehen- Hollins said he is in preparation to a Request For Proposal on what with residents, with the City planning from the adjoining precinct block sion of the community. This comes work more diligently to support rather should happen to the building. department and the Alderman club president Ms. Williams of 82nd with the business. No matter where than to disrupt the community work- After failed attempt to receive Leonard Deville (21), whose ward en- and Wentworth. She said her block you locate a public attraction busi- ing together. All ready committees comments from Alderman compasses the area, sat in on meet- support the restaurant being that it is ness, the business must make sure it are in the planning to meet with city Dorothy Tillman (3), one resident ings. Hollins said the community had an example of Black achievement is meeting the existing community officials, and work to help develop "multiple issues "In which we still and a role for others to follow. The reported the alderman said there necessities as well as for the City of plans for managing the concerns of want to meet every request. members of my block thought well Chicago." residents. would be no more hearings, be- Aid. Deville said he came in office of the place. But the law is the law. Hollins reported he is going to "The ability to have weddings, po- cause they were held over 10 years during the dispute, says, what is hap- We can not override the liquor ac- continue checking with individual litical fundraisers, birthday parties etc ago, pening with Honeysuckle is a matter tions" neighbors, the block clubs, the at Honeysuckle will be more of a Chicago Department of Planning of communicating with the commu- Aid. Deville concludes, whatever WCIA and the alderman to abreast pride for all residents. "The process is & Development did report the nity. "The dispute over Honeysuckle the decision the community reach is and ensure that Honeysuckles will be long and difficult, but in the end I Palm Tavern was the oldest grass- remains firmly in the hands of the final. an acceptable restaurant with enter- think everybody will get pretty much roots entrepreneurial business en- voters. The owners must realize this Mr. Keith Tate, of the Chatham tainment, food and liquor being what they want," he says. Need money to start or expand your business?

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Clark, Jr. named The One Stop Capital Shop, a part- host the first African-American most prominent minority-owned Graves announced plans to file a class president of ComEd nership of the Empowerment business briefing of President action lawsuit against various insur- Commonwealth Edison has promoted law firms, Albert, Whitehead & Zone, Small Business Administra- George W. Bush's Administration. ance companies for failure to honor the Chicago born, Frank M. Clark Jr. to McGaugh, P.C. tion (SBA) and the Department of MOBE President and CEO City's 80% flood free zone certifica- president of Sister Elizabeth Van Straten, Commerce and Community Af- Yvette Moyo said the objective is to tion by the Federal Emergency Man- ComEd and se- RHSJ, president and CEO of St. fairs (DCCA) are reaching out to "create new channels of under- agement Association in November nior vice presi- Bernard said the announcement entrepreneurs and small business standing between the Bush Admin- 2000. These actions ensured Harvey's dent of Exelon brings exciting and significant persons who wish to familiarize istration and the MOBE businesses inclusion in the National Flood Insur- Energy Deliv- themselves with the services and network to ultimately spawn eco- ance program and officially made the news to the hospital and the En- ery, ComEd's glewood community. resources of the One-Stop. Ap- nomic independence and opportu- city an 80% flood free zone. parent company. pointments must be made nity for Black businesses." Reports are that insurance compa- Clark becomes St. Bernard has several key ob- jectives that are focused on its through the South Side EZ Cluster The White House trip kicks off nies charged residents of Harvey, and the first African- office by calling 773/451-6527 & its surrounding communities between overall facility, patients and the MOBE's 10th Anniversary in April American presi- registering your business over the 2002 in New York. In the past $300 - $800 a year for flood insurance dent of ComEd. Englewood community in its ag- gressive expansion^^the" hospi- phone. Appointments times will Target (NYSE:TGT), Hewlett alone. Many Harvey residents have Clark began his Frank M. Clark Jr. be for 9 am -11 am or 11 am-1 pm reported that their particular insurance tal's current patient base. Packard (NYSE:HWP)', Ford career at ComEd or 1 pm - 3 pm or 3 pm-5 pm. (NYSE:F) and Sprint (NYSE:FON) companies are not altering the polices, in 1966, rising steadily through the despite the proof that the City is a 80% BUSINESS NETWORK have played leadership roles and organization. After receiving his law White House to Kick Off desire to partner MOBE. flood free zone which removed certain degree from DePaul University, Clark The Cosmopolitan Chamber of sections of the City. Commerce presents monthly MOBE's Black Business The MOBE reported that more become senior staff attorney to both than $200 million in business has As a result, Mayor Graves has hired the rate and regulatory affairs depart- "Business To Business" Network- 10th Anniversary Summit been generated to African Ameri- Attorney Anthony Bass, who will file ments. He has held positions as pub- ing at the "Epitome Restaurant, Co-founders of the African- a class action lawsuit against the insur- lic affairs manager, western division 2347 S. Michigan Ave. Every third American owned marketing and can companies as a direct result of ance companies on behalf of residents. commercial manager, andsenior vice Wednesday. technology conference series, partnerships conceived at various Person with complaints should call president of corporate and govern- Marketing Opportunities in Busi- MOBE forums. the Mayor's office at 708-210-5301. mental affairs. He become executive PEOPLE vice president of ComEd in 2000 af- ter the company's merger with Daley recognized 10 „• Philadelphia-based PECO Energy. Father Clements for Matah Business Father George Clements, the ership of Father George Clements, was the "in house slaves" against Chicago Companies St. Bernard name new former pastor of Holy Angel Armour has explained that the the "field slaves" and now it is the Ten Chicago companies were chair/ board of Trustees Catholic Church, who started "One African American community is fair skin Blacks against the darker named to Inc. Magazine's Inner Gregory C. whitehead, 38, has Church, One Child" which resulted suffering from economic distress skin Blacks. "We are worse off City 100 List, a national listing of been named chairman of the St. in over 100,000 children being and that there is a need for Blacks now, than we were between five 100 fast-growing companies lo- Bernard Hospital Board of adopted has created another move- to come together to support one and twenty years ago, with increas- cated in America's inner cities. The ment called, "One Church, One another. ing incarceration rates, high unem- Trustees, replacing Robert Napoli- African American owned compa- Channel". This organization con- Armour also spoke of the need ployment rates, in addition to tano, who is retiring. Also an- nies are: Diversified Telecommuni- sists of getting religious leaders to to "draw a line in the sand and heightening drug usage and more nounced is the re-appointment of cations, Inc., 1112 S. Wabash Av- get th«r members to channel their pick a side to be on. Although sadly, Black on Black crime." Chicago businessman Leon Jack- money to Black Owned Businesses African Americans are physically Armour concluded that in order enue; E. Morris Communications, son and Chicago dentist Maria to create more jobs and help Black free, they are not economically or to solve this problem, daily practice 820 N. Orleans Street; and Star De- Ashley to the board. owned businesses become more psychologically free. Slavery laws, of the Kwaanza principles need to successful. such as the "Willie Lynch Syn- be applied and in order to take This program is sponsored by drome" have survived for many action, consciousness needs to be Black Newspapers Charge the Matah Network which started years at keeping Blacks divided raised, after the Million Man March. Ac- and against one another." For information on Matah call Mr. Office Depot with Discrimination cording to Gaston Armour, a repre- "For example, during slavery it Armour at 773-854-1136. 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McNeal OUBS new representative from Genesis Housing and Friends Woodlawn working on Utilities gives you an opportunity to join with other smart consumers who Continues housing development want to fight for lower rates and Kenwood - "Keeping Faith residents: some are afford- better service from their utilities." Alive in Rebuilding able enough so as to not dis- McNeal, who has an account- Bronzeville", that was the place current residents and ing degree from DePaul Univer- theme of Genesis Housing some are classy enough to sity, has represented individuals Development Corporation attract upper middle-income and small businesses before the at its 4th Annual Commu- folks that lived here years Internal Revenue Service and Se- nity Reception held at Har- ago and want to come back curities and Exchange Commis- ris Bank on 47th and and resettle. sion. He also is a licensed insur- Drexel. The year 2001 saw termi- ance broker and an investment Genesis is a faith based nus growth, as Phase I of advisor. corporation comprised of Genesis Homes sold out, de- McNeal, brother of Dino Mc- four historic African- veloping 21 homes, and now Neal ran for State Senator and is The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) a American churches: Holy preparing to move into Gen- new board member, spoke of as a likely drafted candi- Angels Catholic, St. Eliza- esis' Phase II Housing Devel- Derek McNeal, date of the 20th ward candidate beth's Catholic, Blackwell opment. Its staff grew from in 2003. memorial AME Zion and two to seven full and part- Woodlawn - The Citizens Utility As a CUB's board member, St. James United time staff. Their focus re- Board (CUB) has a new board CUB members in each of its Illi- Methodist, all located minded for affordable hous- member of the 1st Congressional nois 20 Congressional Districts within a mile of each other. ing as an issue for commu- District. elected McNeal. CUB has saved Incorporated in 1997, nity leadership. Two hun- Derek McNeal, a life long resi- Illinois consumers more that $5 these churches have agreed dred and fifty families were dent from the Woodlawn com- billion by locking rate hikes and to the mission of re- trained in their home buying munity and a certified public ac- winning rate reductions and re- neighboring the Grand seminars and their staff be- countant, said he joined CUB be- funds. It was created by the Illi- Boulevard, Oakland and gan making a difference in cause of his experience managing nois legislature in 1983, as a non- Bronzeville community. local commercial planning. real estate and hosting the profit, nonpartisan consumer Over the past several In addition to housing, "Consumer's Eye," a radio show watchdog group that fights for years, Genesis has built Genesis program areas are that address consumer issues on the rights of utility customers some of the most impres- job training and placement, WKKC. across the state. sive affordable homes in They will rebuild the ancient ruins, and restore the and commercial revitaliza- "Telephone, natural gas and CUB Consumers who have a Chicago area. The homes places long devastated. Isaiah 61:4 tion. Genesis implemented electric rates are going through question about their bills or a were built in conjunction Over the past several years, Genesis has built some of Chicago-Youth Build, a na- the roof, service is poor and utili- complaint against their utility with New England the most impressive affordable homes in Chicago as this show case one on the 900 block west 40th St. tional program that pro- ties are making money hand over should call CUB's Consumer Hot- Builders and Chicago New motes construction as an fist," McNeal said. "Utilities will line, at 1-800-669-5556, for free Homes for Chicago program. Last for Chicago, with construction employment opportunity. Donne take advantage of you if you 're advice. year, they added to their reper- pending on 18 more. They are Brown its executive director said, not careful. CUB can help you CUB's funding is supported by toire of homes by building 8 new primarily located on the 40th Street "Their presence not only, make a become a smart consumer, and it donations and by a grant from eye-catching single-family (the model is on 916 East 40th and difference in the overall commu- the Illinois Clean Energy Com- dwelling units through the pro- is open weekly). The homes are nity, but also in the lives of the Capital Choice munity Trust. gram for New Affordable Homes specially tailored for Bronzeville individual people they touched." Financial Services Tara C. 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Unity Church to discuss ban Affairs, 618 S. Michigan, Rm. j 903. Topics include, A set aside Black Public Safety Officers team up in Woodlawn Unity in Englewood Proposal for community develop- Pat Hill of the the Unity Church of God In Christ merit, Community reports from African Ameri- will be holding community meetings around the City and HUD Action \ can Police on the plans for Englewood in rela- plan Report back. For more info i League and Ezra tionship with the city of Chicago and McCain of the call John Bartlett at 773-292-4981 x African Ameri- churches that are associated with 224. can Fire fighters their Unity Outreach program. Unity The South Side Support Group COGIC will also be offering commu- combined orga- nity free legal advice, free medical Empowerment Zone Cluster nizational re- advice, GED classes, after school tu- General Membership and Com- sources in open- toring and computer training. Every munity meeting will be held ing offices in the Tuesday at 6:00 pm at 821 W. 69th November 27-30 - date and place Woodlawn com- to be confirmed, Wallace Goode, ( munity. Part of Street. For information call 773-487- the collaboration 9062 or (773) 224-6438. Director of the Chicago EZ?EC for J is the Amer-I- De La Salle Institute to Host more information call 773/451- Can Illinois 6527 Inc.and office Open Houses for Prospec- The City of Chicago space tive Students Empowerment Zone is hosting De La Salle Institute will be hosting a television series Mondays on \ four open houses for interested CAN TV - Channel 21, 4:30 - 5:00 | seventh and eighth grade students Woodlawn - Since 1999, several organizations of fence of the Black Public Safety officers, these enti- pm. Nov. 6, Cultural Diversity; Black Public Safety Officers have been in the process tles have engaged in a collaboration that affords this fall, the open houses for Nov. 12, West EZ/EC Cluster Or- j young men will take place on Nov. of developing a program of sorts to address the them the opportunity to offer a continued presence ganization: Nov. 19, Economic overall negative relations between much of the in certain neighborhoods that are considered crime 4, 2001 and Dec. 2, 2001 from noon Empowerment Nov. 26 South - 3 p.m. The open houses for young African American community and the police and "hot spots". cluster Organization; Dec. 3 fire departments of this city. The purpose for these groups coming together is women will take place on Oct. 28, Workforce Development; Dec. 10 2001 from noon - 3 p.m. and on On the open house October 27 the groups intro- to participate increasing a positive living environ- Calumet Cluster Organization; I duce themselves to the Woodlawn community. The ment for the residents of the area, by presenting Dec. 5, 2001 from 6-8 p.m. All four Dec. 17, One Stop Capital Shop. open houses will be held at De- Amer-I-Can Illinois Inc., African American Police them information on laws and ordinances, assist in For further information, cal (800) League and a group of African American firefighters the formation of tenant organizations, developing LaSalle's main campus at 3455 S. 689-8853. Wabash Ave. For more informa- will house offices at 6201-03 S. King Dr and 434 E. safe living quarters and offering alternatives to the tion, contact Mr. Brogan at (312) OeLaSalle Institute to host 62nd street. drug culture. Each of these organizations have had 842-7355 ext. 114 or www.dls.org. 106th Annual Alumni Banquet Through the insight and generosity of property past success in their areas of expertise. will be held on Friday, Nov. 16 in I owners in several neighborhoods, and the persis- the Conrad N. Hilton Commons of the historic Bronzeville school- Community Services tickets are $60, For more informa- Sullivan House Community tion contact Maryann Svetlecic, at cessing, spreadsheets, computer of school and in-school youth for Technology Center begins its 312.842.8350 ext. 146. hardware and software, and com- FREE: Employment "Job Readi- third six-week sessions of com- ness" Training. For information The Nommo Gathering. puter music and graphics. puter literacy courses October call: Mekazin Alexander (773) 373- Until the end of winter 2001 The All are welcome to come by and We want to stay in our communities! 22,2001 at 7677 S. Coles. The ses- fill out a registration form, 6600 ext. 626 Nommo Gathering will meet the sions are free and take place twice 773-898-5147 or 773 Serving the Greater Grand Boule- third Monday of each month from weekly, Monday and Wednesday, Coalition for Fair Abraham Lincoln Centre vard Community. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Center for or Tuesday and Thursday, from "This program is funded under tlie Work Community Development Youth Development Program Inner City Studies/ Northeastern 4-6 PM or 6 - 8 PM. force Investment Act Under tlie City of will meet on Tuesday, November University, 700 E. Oakwood. The Male & Female Ages 14-21. Cur- 6, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. The location Instructor Larry Dunn provides Chicago Mayor's Office of Workforce De- Center is near 39th & Cottage. rently enrolling low income, out velopment". -374-7351. will be the Jewish Council on Ut- introductory courses to word pro-

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