By Latricia Polk
Committeeman Larry G. Nelson Sr., for Chicago’s 24th ward, is searching for answers in the unexpected death of his son.
“I just want answers for my son’s death. That’s why I’m requesting for an autopsy,” Nelson Sr., said. Larry G. Nelson Jr., 29, was last seen on Oct. 22nd walking near the intersection of East147th Street and South Ashland Avenue in the South Suburb of Harvey, when a witness claimed he was struck by an unknown vehicle.
Mary Ella Moore, known by most as “Gypsy,” was remembered by many whom her life had touched in the 56 years she was blessed to live. In what was labeled as a Spiritual Renaissance of Gypsy, family, friends, community VIPs, and others came to remember a vibrant women who lived by philosophy, quotes, action, and a spirit of love that covered everyone. Gypsy, whose life was impacted by cancer, was most recently known for her creativity with making leather goods and social entrepreneurship teaching youth her leather craft making leather belts and other leather products. Mary Moore also established her retail shop at 3333 W. Arthington Ave for many years making and selling belts, jewelry, and clothing.
Alderman Michael D. Chandler is encouraging 24th Ward residents to take advantage of the Illinois Manufacturing Foundation (IMF) Machinist Training Program. The program is being sponsored by the Illinois Manufacturing Foundation as an initiative to expand training opportunities in the Machinist trade.
Rev. Dale kelley Claire Christian holding award for Cong. Davis at United Methodist Church 58th Annual Fundraising Banquet
Six people were recognized for making a difference in our community at Claire Christian United Methodist Church 58th Annual Fundraising Banquet. Also Congressman Danny K. Davis, even though he was out of state campaigning for President Barak Obama, was given a special award that night which was received by his representative Dr. Cora Johnson, who spoke wonderfully on his behalf, encouraging people on the importance to vote in the upcoming election.
On Tuesday November 6th 2012 we are going to the POLLS again to elect a President, Alderman, Judge, Congressman or Woman etc. Please make sure that you know you Candidate and what they stand for. Know what their plans are for you and this Country. If they are Alderman, Congressman or Congress Woman make sure they are doing whatever they promise they will do, for you, and your neighborhoods. There are many statements on the B. E.T. or (Black Entertainment Television Channel), reminding us why it is imperative for us to get out and vote. They are telling us that our kid’s lives depend on it! (Meaning their Future).
North Lawndale is heavily burdened by type 2 diabetes. North Lawndale has more than three times the national rate and twice the City rate for type 2 diabetes. When you eat food, the body breaks down all of the sugars and starches and turns it into fuel the body can use. Type 2 diabetes is when the fuel (sugar) cannot be properly used by the body and instead it builds up in the blood. The major risk for developing type 2 diabetes include: having family members with the disease, being obese/ overweight, not being physically active, having unhealthy eating habits, and being over age 45. If poorly treated or managed, a person with type 2 diabetes can lose their sight, have kidney failure, increase risk for heart attack or even lose a limb like a foot. Community factors can also play a role. For example, North Lawndale is considered a “food desert” community.
THE SESSIONS (***1/2) This inspirational poignant true story begins from the actual news report footage about a paralyzed college student who survived being contracted with polio as a child; determined to live a normal life on his self propelled, motorized hospital bed. Residing in Berkeley circa 1988, a talented poet and journalist, Mark O’Brien is a physically immobile grown man, living in an iron lung tank who puts his thoughts, humor and experiences into the 1990 article, “On Seeing a Sex Surrogate” that is the basis of this film. In which O’Brien’s one and only functional body part ignites the one natural impulse – to find and be loved and have sex with a woman that he wanted to fulfill at age 38. “The Sessions” chronicles O’Brien‘s brief life and goal that was fulfilled through three women.
By Latricia Polk
Larry G. Nelson Jr., 29, a beloved son, and a pious man of the North Lawndale Community, died last Monday, when an unknown vehicle struck him near the intersection of East 147th and South Ashland Avenue in Harvey. Nelson Jr., an Outreach Minister for the United Baptist Church, loved to give sermons at other congregations to preach the words of God. Known to his family and friends as “Lil Larry” or “Larro,” Nelson Jr. was the heart of his family and will be remembered most for his kindness. Nelson Jr., a devoted father to his seven-year-old son Antwan Nelson, enjoyed playing video games and being on social media websites. He is survived by his loving mother Belinda Brown, his father Larry G. Nelson Sr., (Gloria), and his son Antwan Nelson, his two brothers Robert Forks, Drequan Nelson, and one sister Susan Nelson. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, Oct. 31, at United Baptist Church located at 4242 West Roosevelt Road in Chicago. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Rev. Dr. Wilson Daniels officiating, and the burial services will be at Forest Home Cemetery.
PETE’S DRAGON (*1/2) A rather heavy handled Disney attempt to recapture some “Mary Poppins” magic that only manages to endear itself only through its animated dragon (voiced by the late comic Charlie Callas) in this mixture of live action/animated fantasy musical about an orphanage boy who lives near a lighthouse (with Helen Reddy and Mickey Rooney as surrogate mom and her father) whose only friend – a protective dragon in this 35th anniversary edition that has been trimmed to 88min. from its original 134min. to quicken the muddled moments. G; 88min. Walt Disney Home Video
The Rev. Gregory J. Morse New Pastoral Installation at Greater White Stone Missionary Baptist Church (GWSMBC) was a glorious celebration on Sunday, September 30, 2012 at 3:30 P.M. located at 3819 W. Ogden Ave. Rev. Morse was born in Indianapol is, Indiana and served the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Chicago native Dr. W. V. Pickens III. Dr Pickens formerly served at the Zion Hill MBC Chicago, IL under the leadership Dr. George Waddles who is the president of the congress of Christian Education National Baptist Convention USA Inc. Rev. Morse said that he is blessed to be a part of a loving congregati on and is excited about his ministry opportunit y on the west side of Chicago.
At the 11:00 A.M. Worship Service Guest Speaker Dr. O. Bernard Jeter, Pastor – Pilgrim Chapel M.B. Church, Indianapolis, IN preached Sunday morning @ Greater Whitestone’s service . Jeter preached, ”God Is, He’s all, and this is the day, Just as he said it would be, to praise Him. GWSMBC Pastorial search ended 5/23/2012 and Pastor Gregory Morris was elected and, on solid rock we stand, the church community is delighted. Pastor James Bass of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, said “ain’t nothing wrong with getting old. If you don’t want to get old, just find some way to die soon. Pastor James Bass said, God is great, I’m from the old school, and I got no sense.
