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submitted on February 10, 2007
11:33 AM EST
Name: Marnita
Nick Name: Marnie
Email Address:
Mardimar62@aol.com Block: 9, 12
Class of:
Topic: My father, Theo Littles ("Sodie") passed away on Wednesday, February
7, 2007. He was a graduate of Carver, Class of 1956. Formerly married to (my mother) Mary Fefee - Littles. Services will be
at Progressive M.B. Church, 26 E. 127th Street on Saturday, February 17, 2006, 10AM - 11AM (Wake); 11AM - 12PM (Funeral).
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submitted on February
9, 2007 11:54 PM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name: Ray J.
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: Lavonne,the next reunion is the weekend of August17-19,the picnic
is August19 in Carver park,so you now have the info.you will surely see the mayor of Altgeld (Loisteen woods Walker)I hope,just
give her a greetings,she is a very friendly person,someone you should know out there;Iknow for sure that she is a very friendly
person to know. hope that you will make this picnic &join in the festivities. yours truly raymond johnson friend forever
block3 Angela: please let Tina know that is Raymond Johnson from(block6) who have been looking for her. thank you Ray Johnson
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submitted on February
9, 2007 8:18 PM EST
Name:
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: the great block 6
Class of:
98
Topic: well i was passing by and saw someone was looking for my dad. he is still there try looking in bl 4 on the short
row or go by blk 1 and try his sister namio aor blk 5 for mandy jacki still in bk 4 almost all the allens that are still with
us can be found in the g. he drives a whitw truck and a green van just look out for it. and he still comes aroud blk six his
birtday party in 2weeks come out and show his sum luv i will post the date 2marrow
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submitted on February
9, 2007 8:06 PM EST
Name: nonnie
Nick Name: nonnie
Email Address:
mybreakthrouth@comcast.com Block:
Class of:
Topic:
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submitted on February
9, 2007 4:30 PM EST
Name: Kimberly Lee
Nick Name: Kim Lee
Email Address:
lilmomma662003@yahoo.com or
kim_lee@aon.com Block: 2
Class of: 1984
Topic: My dad had emergency open heart surgery last week, please keep him in your
thoughts and prayers.
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submitted on February
9, 2007 2:33 PM EST
Name: lavonne harris
Nick Name: lavonne
Email Address:
lharri3@uic.edu Block: Four (4)
Class of: 1982
Topic: When is the next reunion planned? I'd like to attend.
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submitted on February
9, 2007 12:56 PM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 17 & 1
Class
of:
Topic: I gave the info on Big Al, I also know Tina.Im going to the G to see my mom today so I will stp
by and give her your info.
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submitted on February
9, 2007 12:54 PM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class
of:
Topic: yes I also know Tina Im going out to my mom house so I will stop by and give her your info
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submitted on February
9, 2007 1:14 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray J.
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: hey Lil Sis: give me a call whenever you get the time,wanted to
call you but don't know your school schedule,didn't want to interfere with you getting to class or your studies,yeah lost
a few bucks on that bears game,had a hunch that they was going to lose but a die hard bears fan as I am bet on them anyway,oh
well that's life,just have to wait until next year. hey Mike V. the young lady Joyce she lived on your half of 3,I guess,I
didn't hang on that half a lot unless to visit my brother harold & cheyenne;now she said that she graduated from carver
highinjan.63;I did too just don't remember her & since Idon't have my graduation picture,then Iwon't know how she look.
talk with you both later,maybe the three of us can get together one day & rememnisce about what we know about block3 when
we were coming up.I should have a little bit more info. than you two since I'm the oldest,well Ican tell you how it was back
in mid 50's(june/55-feb.72).well you two can finished from there;ok.also may be we can arrainge on having a block3 old timers
reunion somewhere this year,I have an old friend from the block we was trying to do this last year but to no avail,maybe with
your help we can do it together. your friend forever raymond aka Ray J. FROM BLOCK3
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submitted on February
9, 2007 12:58 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray J.
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: hey Lil Sis: give me a call whenever you get the time,wanted to
call you but don't know your school schedule,didn't want to interfere with you getting to class or your studies,yeah lost
a few bucks on that bears game,had a hunch that they was going to lose but a die hard bears fan as I am bet on them anyway,oh
well that's life,just have to wait until next year. hey Mike V. the young lady Joyce she lived on your half of 3,Iguess,didn't
hang on that half a lot unless to visit my brother harold & cheyenne;now she said that she graduated from carverhighinjan.63;I
did too just don't remember her & since Idon't have my graduation picture,then Iwon't know how she look. talk with you
both later,maybe the three of us can get together one day &rememnisce about what we know about block3 when we were coming
up.Ishould have a little bit more info. than you two since I'm the oldest,well Ican tell you how it was back in mid 50's(june/55-feb.72).well
you two can finished from there;ok. your friend forever raymond aka Ray J. FROM BLOCK3
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submitted on February
8, 2007 9:13 PM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: To the person who gave out the info. on Big Al maybe you know this
young lady Tina who live in block4 on the corner(132st.&corliss) facing block5,please have her call Raymond at 773-203-4492(cell)asap.
thank you
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submitted on February
8, 2007 5:25 PM EST
Name:
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic: Albert(Big Al)Allen now live in block 4 on the short row facing block 7 I dont know the exact door but it's the
end closest to 130th street
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submitted on February
8, 2007 10:59 AM EST
Name: Dawn
Nick Name: Dondon
Email Address:
dondongm@yahoo.com Block: #3
Class of:
Topic: Hey Big bro Ray J! Haven't talked to ya in a while. I have about two min
or so before class; thought I'd check out the website. Someone mentioned Albert Allen from blk #6, he's still in the "G" that
I know. I heard he is either having a party or maybe it was a big superbowl party he had. Point is, I heard about a party
associated w/Albert days before Superbowl Sunday. If there's any other info I can share, I will. Hey Mike V, Happy New Year
sweetie! Be good to yourselves AG family...Much Love!
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submitted on February
8, 2007 9:04 AM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
lushyangela@yahoo.com Block: 17 & 1
Class of: 1982
Topic: Does anyone have any information on Gloria Riley ? she's from block
1 if so please give me her information or pass on mines.
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submitted on February
8, 2007 4:39 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: Joyce,I sorry that Idon't remember you &I'm curious too,where
is everybody from the carver high school graduating class of1963;now there got to be some more of us left than 2 or 3 of us.if
antbody know some one that graduated from carverhighschool in jan.63.please let joyce & me know where they are. thank
you raymond johnson
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submitted on February
7, 2007 7:20 PM EST
Name: mike vaughn
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3
Class of:
Topic: Joyce Tukes My mother remeber you all remeber the vaughns from blk 3 It been a long time she said BLK 3
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submitted on February
7, 2007 7:16 PM EST
Name: mike vaughn
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3
Class of:
Topic: Joyce Tukes My mother remeber you all remeber the vaughns from blk 3 It been a long time she said BLK 3
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submitted on February
6, 2007 11:53 PM EST
Name: bellz
Nick Name: noonie
Email Address:
mybreakthrougth@comcast.net Block: mighty migthy blk 6
Class of: 1990
Topic: HEY ALL U FATEFULL PEPS OF AG. I COME BY THE SITE ALL
THE TYME. AND I MUST SAY BUTCHIE YOU DONE GOOD PUTTING THIS SITE OGTHER WE NEEDED A WAY TO KEEP UP WITH EACH OTHER. IN OTHER
NEWS ANYBODY GOT NEWS ON ALBERT BIG AL ALLEN FROM BLK SIX HE HAS LIVED THERE LIKE ALL HIS LIFE AND I KNOW HE FREINDS WITH
BUTCIE SO CAN SOMEBODY EMAIL ME ANY KNOWN INFO THANKX
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submitted on February
6, 2007 10:59 AM EST
Name: Dawn
Nick Name: Dondon
Email Address:
dondongm@yahoo.com Block: #3
Class of:
Topic: It's day two since my beloved Bears lost the Superbowl and I haven't gotten
over it yet! I won't feel better till Friday...I did get some enjoyment out of it all hanging out w/my son and watching the
opening kickoff. Hester's the MAN! After reading the opening website pieces, I had planned to write my personal opinion about
it but Tyrone Harris beat me to it. So I say "ditto" to you Tyrone. As for your acommplishments, congrads!...I am most interested
in discussing your criminal law ideas, etc. Please contact me at my email address at your convenience. Question to my AG fam...does
anyone know the Jackson family of blk 17 (south)? Names: Bobby, Butchie, Cassandra, Deedee, Judy and I may be missing one
other. If you know any of their whereabouts or contact info, please let me know...thanks! Much Peace
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submitted on February
6, 2007 8:19 AM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
Block: 17 & 1
Class
of:
Topic: Mary Jackson Glenn Hi mary dont know if you remember me but im sure you remember my family we lived
on the same row for years .its really great seeing you on this site. my family host a friend and family day every year the
sunday of labor day week end at Debbie house in Riverdale,we would love it if you and your family would attend ,you will see
lots of old faces from the block.my cel # 708-969-7584. my sister Denise(Neece)was in a car accident on 2/6/04 and as a result
of it she is now paralyzed from the chest down.her and my mom still live in the Gardens but have been relocated to bloc 1
944 east 131st street. I cant wait to tell them of my findings on this site. Lushy
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submitted on February
6, 2007 3:57 AM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name: RAY JAY
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class
of: Jan.63
Topic: Hey there bro. Gneal:there was a young man named Tony(don't remember his last name)who lived on
your row,do you know who I'm talking about if so do you know what became of him;because a good friend of mine named Ernie
would like to know this info. because they useto hang together back in the day.anyway how was your bithday? Ray J. BLOCK3
FRIEND FOREVER
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submitted on February
4, 2007 10:00 PM EST
Name: Tyrone Harris
Nick Name: Ty
Email Address:
allfamilyone@yahoo.com Block: 2
Class of:
Topic: Joe Craig, I what to personally thank you for using the home page of your
website to inform us (Black People)about the way we are preceived by a very large segment of the American Citizenry. We are
looked upon as inferior beings. Nevertheless, we are as capable as anyone of bringing our thoughts into a physical reality.
The pessismist may think or say,"if this was so,why have we failed to do so." First of all, if we don't believe that we can
accomplish something we are not going to pursue it.Honestly, most of us have been called ignorant or dumb so much that we've
come to accept those mistakes as truth. Before we can move forward collectively, individually, we've got to take affirmative
steps to change our lives and the way that we perceive oursleves. At one point in my life, I believed that I was dumb and
incapable of learning.Fortunately for me, I was put in a position that forced the greatness out of me. Through pain suffering
and yes tears, I studied, studied and studied some more until I taught myself criminal law,I've written a small book, graduated
form Blackstone Scholl of law and have founded and facilitate several programs. I've had several opportunities to put my training
into action,and to date, I've won every action that I've brought administratively and criminally. Guess what, I'm still studying
You see, people are not born smart they work hard at it.Just as you and I must do. When we begin to study we are on our way
to true freedom. Again, Joe Craig I thank you for making this medium of communication possible. Hold your head up high Altgeld!!!!
It starts with you, as it did with me, one book at a time.
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submitted on February
4, 2007 6:35 PM EST
Name: Mary L. Jackson Glenn
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 17
Class
of: Carver Upper Grade'71 Lindblom Tech HS '75
Topic: Thank You so much for sharing and preserving the innocence
of our childhood and beloved Altgeld Gardens. My three sisters and I have been pooring over this site since discovering it
this week with laughter and tears. We hail from Block 17 and are the daughters of Mattie Jackson of 630A East 133rd St. The
eldest, Edna aka Puddin Carver'65;Evelyn(Clark)'68; Sally(Payne Johnson)'70 and myself Mary ,Carver Upper Grade'71 Lindblom
'75. We have so many fond memories and are so grateful and blessed to have experienced our childhood in Altgeld for it is
what made us who we are today, professional, caring and respectful women who are proof that indeed it does take a village
to raise children to become productive members of society. Again, we applaud your efforts and thank you.
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submitted on February
3, 2007 8:17 PM EST
Name: Patsy Atkins
Nick Name: Pat
Email Address:
tommie.atkins@earthlink.net Block: 10
Class of: 68
Topic: Hey,Hey everybody,and Happy Superbowl Day! Help somebody, anybody, where
are the people from the class of"68". 8th grade"F"building, who remember's Mrs.Authur, smelt like cigarette's
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submitted on February
2, 2007 9:10 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class of:
63
Topic: yes Iread the piece on the opening page,what get me is there is still some older black people that Iknow, who
still use the n word very regular in their conversation,when they are talking& they just laugh,thinking it's funny &
these people are from the south too;they are in their70's &80's. Ijust look at them,if Isay something to them about the
their use of the n word it would be a big argument on the horizon.
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submitted on February
2, 2007 9:07 AM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
lushyangela@yahoo.com Block: 17 & 1
Class of: 1982
Topic: I have a 15 year old daughter thats a freshman at Rich Central
Highschool,we were talking as we do every morning before she left for school,and yes im one of those parents that still get
up and cook breakfast and see her to the bus stop.some say im over protective ,but I say im just a mother and yes I work 5
days a week and sometime 6.Anyway she said that her reading teacher who happens to be"Black"wants them to choose a famous
Black person to write about.MY Daughter asked her what was the special occasion?she asked my Daughter was she dumb or slow,that
this was black history month.Well my Daughter respond was im niether dumb or slow but I am Black and have been for almost
16 years and our history was not made in one month so considering im Blac I celabrate everyday now if you think its ok to
celabrate Black history month then the question you asked me ,you should ask yourself.
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submitted on February
2, 2007 8:16 AM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3
Class of:
'78
Topic: PEACE AND LOVE TO ALL A.G.ER'S. I JUST READ AN INTERESTING PIECE OF READING, ON THE OPENING PAGE OF THIS SITE.
I DON'T KNOW HOW MANY HAVE READ IT, BUT I WOULD SUGGEST ANYONE WHO HASN'T READ IT, TO READ IT. AND THOSE WHO HAVE READ IT
TO READ IT AGAIN, IT MIGHT CHANGE THE WAY YOU LOOK AT THINGS, IF YOU CAN HANDLE THE TRUTH. GOD BLESS US ALL.
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submitted on February
2, 2007 12:32 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class
of: 63
Topic: HEY THERE LIL SIS;DON'T WORRY ABOUT MY INVITE FOR SUPERBOWL SUNDAY,MAYBE WE CAN FIND US ANOTHER MOVIE
TO CHECK OUT ON ANOTHER SUNDAY,GO AHEAD & ENJOY YOUR SON&HIS FAMILY,ENJOY FOR ME TOO,FOR I NEED TO GET A HAIRCUT ANYWAY.MUCH
LOVE TO YOU TOO LILSIS. BIGBRO. RAY JAY GO CHICAGO BEARS,I'M PRAYING FOR THEM TO WIN THIS BIG GAME.
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submitted on February
2, 2007 12:21 AM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: hey thereJoyce;I'm sorry but Idon't remember any family named Turkes,you
lived on the part by block2on the otherside of the parking lot,didn't you,well there was another family of Johnson's(Eric,Harvey,Stacy)and
another family named the Johnston's(Herman sr;Eileen,Linda,Brenda,Herman jr;& Debbie.there was a couple of Smith's family
that lived by you there was Charles,James(hook),Amanda &some more of their siblings,then there were a family of Smiths
living on 130thplace;there was Mr.&Mrs.Samuel Smith sr;Sam jr.&other siblings;so Joyce you came out in Jan.of63,then
maybe you might still have your Carver high school graduation picture &if you do could you get a copy of it for me,just
tell me what you will charge me for it,would very much like to have a copy ofit. thank you raymond johnson oh yeah Joyce Ilive
on the other side of the parking lot going toward the farm by the field(655 e. 130th place)maybe you remember the New family(Sunny,Jerome(Buddy),Stephanie,Joanne,Leslie,&Winfre.
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submitted on February
1, 2007 6:56 PM EST
Name: Joyce Tukes
Nick Name: Joyce
Email Address:
beautydeep_2007@yahoo.com Block: 3
Class of: 1963
Topic: Raymond, I am from block 3 and just came across this website. I lived at
13042 So. Evans. I knew some Johnsons, Gilbers and Smith, Clarks, and many more. Did you know my mother? Mary Tukes? Brad
or Donna Tukes? If anyone out there remembers us, send me an email.
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submitted on February
1, 2007 6:45 PM EST
Name: Joyce Tukes
Nick Name: Joyce
Email Address:
beautydeep_2007@yahoo.com Block: 3
Class of: 1963
Topic: where is everybody who graduated in Jan. 1963?
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submitted on February
1, 2007 3:21 PM EST
Name: Dawn Guy-Macklin
Nick Name: Dondon
Email Address:
dondongm@yahoo.com Block: #3
Class of:
Topic: Hey Big Bro Ray!...got your msg the other day, sorry I couldn't get back
to ya. You know this studying has got me going. As for Superbowl Sunday, I really appreciate the invite but my son has invited
me to his place. I've spent much time w/my children when they were young so when they want to spend time w/me...it's a blessing
in full cirlce! So many adult children don't have time for their parents ya know. Again, thanks for the invite. Much Love
to ya :-) To: Butchie Craig, thanks for putting the Afro-Amer History info on the site. I will have comments about Lynch's
story among others at a later date. However, all is a must read & wake-up call! Much Love & Peace Altgeld Family
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submitted on February
1, 2007 4:36 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: OK everybody there got to be somebody out there who know's where
the SuperBowl Parties are being held,just give us(my play sis Dawn &I) ask is a little 411 & we will decide which
one that we think should be the best of all;that is all we ask.I am invited to my friend's house to watch the game on superbowl
sunday.if my play sis want go go there it's ok with me.
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submitted on January
31, 2007 7:36 PM EST
Name: Lynn Briscoe Dobbs
Nick Name:
Email Address:
l_briscoe@comcast.net Block: 11
Class of: 1974
Topic: Where is all my homie's
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submitted on January
31, 2007 2:23 PM EST
Name: Vernon E. Fisher
Nick Name:
Email Address:
vefisher@sbcglobal.net Block: 5
Class of: 1966
Topic: I just got my ComEd bill. It went up more than 22%. I do not blame ComEd
for this increase,they are in the business of making as much money as they can. Nevertheless, I'm old enough to remember the
promise made by ComEd: Nuclear Power will lower electric bills. It cost Exelon less to produce eletric power, but charge ComEd
more for eletric power. The so-called recent "Illinois Electricity Auction" was nothing more tan a act to get more money.
Even so, I do blame Emil Jones, State Senator, for eletric bill increases. The IL. House passed a bill to keep the eletric
rate where it was, for two years. However, Emil Jones did not allow the bill to come before the Senate. I live in the 17th
Senatorial District; my State Senator,Donne Trotter, will answer for this. If Emil Jones is your State Senator, he should
be held accountable. The question is: how much money did each Senator rec'd from ComEd (Exelon) for their inaction.
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submitted on January
31, 2007 9:05 AM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
lushyangela@yahoo.com Block: 17 & 1
Class of: 1982
Topic: Joe Craig again thank you.Joe im trying so hard to remember who
you are.I know you must know some of my sibblings. my sister Denise was in the class of 76 or 77,and starting from the oldest
to the youngest sibbling,Derrick{skinnyman},Debra{Debbie},Denise,Deanna,Michelle and then myself and I have a younger brother
that you probably wouldnt know name Don.make me remember who you are .
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submitted on January
31, 2007 6:06 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class of:
jan.63
Topic: HEY BRO. GENEAL;ALMOST FORGOT(WHICH I DID ON YOUR DAY)BUT ANYWAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU GENEAL. ALSO TO YOU
TOO NAURICE;A HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY TO THE BOTH OF YOU,SORRY ABOUT POSTING THE BOTH OF YOUR'S BIRTHDAY GREETING FROM ME.DON'T
BE MAD AT ME FOR FORGETTING HAD SO MUCH ON MY MIND AT THE TIME. RAY JAY FRIEND FOREVER BLOCK 3&6
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submitted on January
31, 2007 2:36 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class
of: jan.63
Topic: hey lil.sis Dawn: I'M INVITED OVER ONE OF MY CHILDHOOD FRIENDS HOUSE TO WATCH THE GAME OVER THERE(OF
COURSE WE ARE GOING TO MAKE IT A PARTY THING)YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE WELCOME TO JOIN ME IF YOU WANT TOO. HE ALREADY TOLD ME,
TO INVITE YOU TO COME SO DON'T THINK YOU WILL BE INTRUDING,HE SAID AROUND 1PM SHOULD BE A GOOD TIME,SINCE THE GAME DOESN'T
START UNTIL AROUND MAYBE 4 OR 5PM I THINK.GIVE ME A CALL FRIDAY AFTERNOON AROUND MAYBE 1 OR 2PM.OK. BIG BRO. RAY I'M GLAD
THAT YOU HAD A GREAT TIME SAT. NITE,I DID TOO.
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submitted on January
30, 2007 3:08 PM EST
Name: Dawn Guy-Macklin
Nick Name: Dondon
Email Address:
dondongm@yahoo.com Block: #3
Class of:
Topic: Oh wait, I forgot to ask...Where's the Superbowl Party? I'm sure just
about all over town however, I better be specific...Where will the BEST Superbowl Party be held?....Terry?
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submitted on January
30, 2007 3:01 PM EST
Name: Dawn Guy-Macklin
Nick Name: Dondon
Email Address:
dondongm@yahoo.com Block: #3
Class of:
Topic: What a party! I'm still trying to come down from it all. I had a wonderful
time big bro Ray...you should do this again...mo' money, mo' money & mo' money on the tree (ya know what I mean!) It was
nice seeing Loisteen...and looking good at 54; wait till I tell Weezie your age, I know she's going to holla :-) then again,
she may not if she thinks about Cheryl (same age). Happy Birthday to all January celebrants. To Queen Vet, a heartfelt condolence
to you and your entire family...my prayers are w/you. Hello my friend & old neighbor Terry Mike...Happy New Year to you
& the fam! Signing off for now I must study..Much Peace & Love Altgeld Family!!
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submitted on January
30, 2007 9:02 AM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
CAVCO@COLLINSCAVIAR.COM Block: 3
Class of: '78
Topic: I'M STILL LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO HAS INFO ON SHELLY OR DUCK LEWIS [BLOCK
13], OR BERNARD[BENNIE]MATTHEWS [BLOCK 2]. ANYONE WITH INFO CAN CONTRACT ME AT HOME [219-878-0617] OR AT WORK [800-715-4034].
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS.
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submitted on January
30, 2007 5:31 AM EST
Name: Joe Craig
Nick Name: Butchie
Email Address:
butchie@altgeldgardens.com Block: 5
Class of: 1977
Topic: Angela, congrats on your purchase. And you're welcome! It's just another
way that keeping in touch benefits us all. We have so much knowledge and information combined that there should never be a
time where anyone lacks the right information.
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submitted on January
29, 2007 7:05 PM EST
Name: Freda Harris Santiago
Nick Name: Bonnie
Email Address:
Freda.santiago@kentcounty.org Block: 8
Class of: 1972
Topic: Shelia Nelson me and Brenda was wondering where Wanda and Chukie were if
you have a phone number please call Brenda
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submitted on January
29, 2007 2:48 PM EST
Name: Fronse Wayne Smith
Nick Name: Baby Bull
Email Address:
bellopellebonsmith@yahoo.com Block: 2
Class of: 1963
Topic: Just a note to the Challengers of 1963. I live in Michigan now and I'm 60
yrs old, with 10 grandchildren. I travel to and advocate for Africa.
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submitted on January
28, 2007 5:06 PM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class
of: Jan.63
Topic: I want to really personally thank Loisteen &her husband for finding the time from their busy
schedule to come & help me celebrate my birthday by attending my party at the Family Den Lounge,THANK YOU LOISTEEN &
RICK you really suprise me & also made me very happy to see you come thru for me. for everybody else youall missed a good
time by not attending the party,not mad at you,but you really did miss a good party if I do say so myself.I seen a old friend
of mine from the day in block 3,he came all the way from Detroit to help me celebrate my birthday;his name is Bernard Starks,Michael
Abston &his wife Marie was there too,James cookie Holston showed up from Wisconsin,of course my play sister Dawn,who really
was my party cordinator,did a fantastic job too,was there, along with Nieces& Nephrews,my brother Glen, my good friend
Sandra Wynn daughter Carla made me a birthday cake(chocalate)my favorite of all cakes,(THANK YOU CARLA LOVE YOU) & host
of other guests made my party the sucess it turn out to be;had a great time everybody. love you all. friend forever Ray Johnson
Block3&6
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submitted on January
25, 2007 3:27 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address: raymond
johnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: Jan.63
Topic: loisteen:I understand that you won't beable to attend my party because
you will be celebrating your own big day,I will be the big 63 & I'm proud of it too,but I will be thinking of you at the
time of the party,so let's enjoy.I'm glad that I met you. your friend forever raymond johnson block3&6
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submitted on January
25, 2007 1:09 AM EST
Name: Loisteen Woods Walker
Nick Name: Steen
Email Address:
eclwwalker@ameritech.net Block: 2
Class of: 70
Topic: Thanks everyone for my birthday shouts. I'm the big 54 today and blessed to
tell it. Raymond, I'm going to try my best to make it, but my family has plans. Yvette, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing
of your cousin. You have my deepest sympathy. The lady who wants to know about the book about Altgeld. The book was written
by John Dunham of block 2, I don't remember the name, but Joe Rope does, he was in the book. It is probably out of print,
but if you go to google you may be able to find it or call the Altgeld library they had it. Pat, check your emails. Love you
all. Peace.
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submitted on January
24, 2007 8:27 AM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
lushyangela@yahoo.com Block:
Class of:
Topic: Joe Craig again thank you for putting me up on that web site for the
cars.I bought a 2000 Ford Windstar for a very good price .
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submitted on January
24, 2007 1:24 AM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class
of:
Topic: Well loisteen,(your's mine,naurice roberts & geneal's. (it's our time to celebrate the birthdays.I
just want to say Happy birthday to all of you,Loisteen jan.24,Naurice & mine jan.25th &my old block3good buddy Geneal
jan.30th. HAPPY BIRTHDAY EVERYBODY.THIS RAYMOND JOHNSON AKA:Ray Jay,now to remind everybody that I'm having a birthday party
celebration at the Family Den 8942 S. Stony Island on this coming Sat.Jan.27th, from 7pm-3am free addmission,food,DJ,fun,
hope to see some of my old friends there.
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submitted on January
23, 2007 3:24 PM EST
Name: rope
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic: Hi Lo! I also want to extend my wishes for an enjoyable birthday for you .Tell Big Woods Joe Rope said hello.......
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submitted on January
23, 2007 1:11 PM EST
Name: Pat
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 5
Class of: 70
Topic:
Happy Birthday Loisteen, Just wanted to give my girl a shout out from the ATL, it's your birthday, happy birthday. I'm sure
you got my card by now and all the good wishes it holds. Hey were is the Super Bowl Party? Give me a heads up so I can join
you and Rick...Love them BEARS...I remember in 1985, Yes... We are going all the way. Anyway, if I'm not partying with you
there I will be in total spirit. May GOD keep you and all that your heart desire you shall receive in the name of JESUS. Happy
Birthday and Kiss Daddy Woods for me. LOL Pat
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submitted on January
22, 2007 8:55 AM EST
Name: TERRY
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3
Class of: '78
Topic:
HEY, WHAT'S UP MY TO ALL THE A.G.'ERS. UST WANTED TO ASK YALL, """"""""""HOW ABOUT THOSE BEARS"""""""""""""" AND PEOPLE SAY
THERE ISN'T A GOD IN HEAVEN.
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submitted on January
21, 2007 6:29 PM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
lushyangela@yahoo.com Block: 17 & 1
Class of: 1982
Topic: Joe Craig thank you so much for putting me up on that web site.
I have found so many vans im going to look at some of them tomorrow and im sure that i will find something. of course i will
let you know what i find. Thanks again
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submitted on January
20, 2007 4:30 PM EST
Name: Latrice Mapps
Nick Name:
Email Address:
weekendgirl_01@yahoo.com Block: 9
Class of: 1990
Topic: Hello! To Everyone I want to know where are my classmates I never see no
one on here asking about our class what's up with that we need to get together!! Holla @ your girl! and by the way Theresa
" Bay " Simms/Herron I'm looking for you from block 8,12 last I known 7 get at me.
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submitted on January
20, 2007 11:26 AM EST
Name: Joe Craig
Nick Name: Butchie
Email Address:
butchie@altgeldgardens.com Block: 5
Class of: 1977
Topic: Buyin A Car? You've gotta go to
www.autotrader.com...I've bought 2 cars this way, best selection and pricing. It includes both private sales and dealers. The auction is a good source
too.
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submitted on January
20, 2007 12:51 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name:
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: january63
Topic: michelle my name is raymond johnson & I do remember a 1957
carver yearbook &the cover of it was green,there was young lady named Paulette Stubbs who useto live in block3 at the
time who did have one,but I don't know if she still have it or not,I would like to see these books myself, at least from the
50's &60's.
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submitted on January
19, 2007 10:21 PM EST
Name: Sheila
Nick Name:
Email Address:
classehair4sheila@yahoo.com Block:
Class of:
Topic: Hey,Bonnie and Brenda Good to know that you guys are out there reading
e-mails. My mother would be so happy to hear from you. We just celebrated our family reunion (picnic) this past August. It
would have been nice to see you there. I will give a shout out to you Brenda on the phone. It's been many years since we have
seen each other. I live in Minneapolis,MN for almost 17 years now. Two beautiful kids,grandma to be! I haven't heard anyone
call my mother snookie in many years. I will also give my mom your phone number. I hope we can see each other for our family
picnic this year. Love, Sheila Nelson
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submitted on January
19, 2007 10:13 PM EST
Name: Sheila
Nick Name:
Email Address:
classehair4sheila@yahoo.com Block:
Class of:
Topic: Old friend of the family
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submitted on January
19, 2007 8:06 PM EST
Name: michelle brown-finley
Nick Name:
Email Address:
msbabychel@yahoo.com Block: 6 & 4
Class of: 1986
Topic: hello, everyone. I met a man yesterday who said he went to carver
high school, his name is Jesse Jumper he graduated in 1948,well mr. Jumper told me that there was a book published in 1944
about altgeld gardens and carver.He said there was another one published later but he did not remember the year, he said it
was a green book. does any old skoolers know of such a book? I would like to have one for my collection.
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submitted on January
18, 2007 5:40 PM EST
Name: ANDREA EVANS
Nick Name:
Email Address:
minevans@localnet.com Block: 7
Class of: 1970
Topic: Condolences- Another Soldier Gone Home. The Evans Family wishes to extend
its deepest sympathy to the family of Eugenia Lucas. The Lucas family lived in blk. 11 back in the day. The children are Joe,
Robert, Joyce, Bobby & Wayne. I know 2 grandchildren that were close to my son and that is Jermel, son of Joyce and Tosha
or Tammy Fletcher. The homegoing services will be held on this Saturday, January 20th at Progressive MB Church, 26 E. 127th-
wake beginning at 11:00am and services at 12:00 pm. If anyone knows of any former Progressive choir members or members, please
inform them of the services. Mrs. Lucas was a faithful member of Progressive for more than 30 yrs. and her grandson Jermel
is requesting all old choir members to sing. Please keep the family in your prayers. God Bless. Elder Andrea Evans
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submitted on January
18, 2007 11:04 AM EST
Name: rope
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic: Just a suggestion, buy a trading times or some other community sales paper and extend your buying power, if you
know a good mechanic, ,whenever you find what you are looking for have him accompany you and finagle with the seller and at
least you will know what you are buying as far as dependabilty.........cash will get you a better deal because most private
sellers need to dispose of whatever there selling and for that kind of mony they,ll take it
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submitted on January
18, 2007 9:04 AM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
Block: 17 & 1
Class
of:
Topic: im in the market to buy a good used car or should i say mini van i dont want to pay no more than
4,000.can anyone tell me some good places to look
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submitted on January
18, 2007 12:18 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63(january)
Topic: rev.chatman I'm sorry to hear about your cousin Joel now you
didn't tell us the name of the place where the service will be at,or the exact address,now that would be helpful & appreciated.beside
this bit of sad news for you,so have you heard from Janae or her father.do you have a no. for them? may god be with you &
your family friend's forever ray jay block3
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submitted on January
16, 2007 8:11 PM EST
Name: Rev. Yvette Pointer Chatman
Nick Name: Rev. Queen Vet
Email Address:
vetchatman@yahoo.com Block: 12 & 9
Class of: 71'
Topic: Blessings on you all my AG brothers and Sisters. On an even more
sadder note, I would like to announce the homegoing of my cousin Joel Malone from blk 10. His services will be on next Wednesday
Jan. 24th, 2007 on 82nd.St and Ashland at 10:30am. Please keep us in your prayers, Amen! ~ It is so wonderful to see that
the passion for Altgeld is still strong among us, as we search for reasons and ways that has caused such a change from when
we were growing up in a safe and loving Community. I know it has been said that we need to do more than pray, and I agree,
action does speak louder than words. But as for me and at this time all I can do is fall to my knees and cry out to God the
Father to please have mercy on Altgeld Gardens and every resident, every leader, every decision maker and all parties invloved.
I speak restoration, deliverance from destruction, both to themselves and others, I speak life back into AG. I speak peace
that flows like a river, I speak heart makeovers, change the heart conditions of your people Lord!I speak protection from
all hurt harm and danger!I speak the Blood of Jesus over area square inch, cover them with your Blood Lord! Change the minds
of your people Lord to want to make better choices, In Jesus name, I speak those things that are not as if they were! Hallelujah!
And so it is! Amen! I'm staying on the wall until something happens! love you all, Rev. Queen Vet, ~ Gilbert, Arizona
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submitted on January
15, 2007 10:10 PM EST
Name: Brenda Harris
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Freda.Santiago@kentcounty. org
Block: 8
Class of:
Topic: Sheila Nelson i am Brenda harris your grandmother and my mother were
neighbors in block 8 i just saw Donald at the last reunion please call me also how is your sister brenda and your mom snooky
i have been thinking about your family i did see Beverly at one of the reunions send message to my sister's e-mail i don't
have one yet her name is Freda Santiago (Bonnie Harris)my address is 4302 Forestway Drive Apt. 12 Kentwood Michigan 49512
616-957-9863 please get in touch with me
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submitted on January
14, 2007 5:12 PM EST
Name: Rodney Young
Nick Name: ROCK
Email Address:
youngest32@hotmail.com Block: 10
Class of: 1986
Topic: what's up Mitchelle how are you doing i remember you, your out of blk 4
if i am correct and use to hang around the FORDS mowie dave and dorthy we went to grammar school together at phyllis wheatly
and carver middle you use to hang with justtine and latrice. How are you and your family doing fine i hope i am stationed
in FT. SILL OK. , but at the moment i am currently Deployed over here in Iraq, so shoot your boy an e-mail as soon as possible
aight 1 family SGT. Young out
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submitted on January
13, 2007 10:33 PM EST
Name: sheila
Nick Name:
Email Address:
classehair4sheila@yahoo.com Block: 9
Class of: 82
Topic: its been a very long time for the first time I'am loging on and my heart is
broken my tears just can't stop falling. I grew up in the gardens my mom moved us their when i was just 9 years old on the
corner of 1068 E 133rd st those of you who might remerber the Nelsons Jerome decease uncle Richard counsin Donald Nelson any
way just a few of my family members. I have not visit the G since 1998 last time i was their for the reuion I plan to come
this year. my people God is BIG and sometimes when things looks so bad, maybe it's because God is looking for more faith from
his people the walls of jerico came down when his people came together as a united front the enemy could't do a thing but
watch the glory of the lord. we need that because if that all you doing is praying thats not enough prayer without works is
Dead! well my people stay strong and i'll see you this year.
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submitted on January
13, 2007 10:04 PM EST
Name: sheila nelson
Nick Name:
Email Address:
classehair4sheila@yahoo.comm Block: 9
Class of: 82
Topic:
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submitted on January
12, 2007 11:47 PM EST
Name: michelle brown-finley
Nick Name:
Email Address:
msbabychel@yahoo.com Block: 4 and 6
Class of: 1986
Topic: hey Rodney,I don't know if you remember me or not, I talk to justtine
Robinson all the time,and she told me she had corresponded with you and gave you my e-mail address because you had some questions
about something.to help you remember me, my brother is maurice(whiteboy) sister, tina. send me a line
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submitted on January
11, 2007 7:55 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: I'm wondering if anyone know how to get in touch with Nancy Creekmore,I
believe her maiden is Harris,could you let her know that her former classmate is wondering if she still has her highschool
graduation picture &is wondering if she could send me a copyof it,she can send it to raymond johnson 3245 S. Prairie apt.#508
Chicago,Illinois60616 or she can call me at 773-203-4492 thank you very much
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submitted on January
10, 2007 8:46 PM EST
Name: RODNEY YOUNG
Nick Name: ROCK
Email Address:
youngest32@hotmail.com Block: 10
Class of: 1986
Topic: What's going on family alot of you might not know me but i am a original
born and raised in the "G" address was 13065 S. ELLIS siblings DEBORAH A. YOUNG (deceased) CALVIN YOUNG nick name (onion)
mother JEANETTE YOUNG i am pretty sure there are alot of people out there that remember a brother shoot your boy a e-mail
anytime me and my family are doing fine i am now stationed in FT. SILL OK. and currently serving my second tour in IRAQ at
this vry moment, it's been along time since i have came home to really enjoy myself but hopefully God willing i will be home
in late 2007 and finally try to be in town for the Old Timer's that year peace and much love to everyone out there or that
was raised out there and moved on.
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submitted on January
10, 2007 8:34 PM EST
Name: RODNEY
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic:
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submitted on January
10, 2007 8:34 PM EST
Name: RODNEY
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic:
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submitted on January
10, 2007 2:31 PM EST
Name: Dawn
Nick Name: Dondon
Email Address:
dondongm@yahoo.com Block: #3
Class of:
Topic: LaShawn, I agree that there is nothing for the children/pre-teens and
teens to do but it all still starts at home sweetie...in order for the kids of today to have the mind to do constructive things
is for parents to create such in the household...along w/whoop'n that butt if necessary. The abscence of the male figure is
a huge problem, parents or parent not taking their children to the church house, teaching them the "fear of God", spending
quality time by taking them places that is not costly...we could go on and on but it still starts at home. I think it would
be difficult for quality extra-curricular activities to exist in communities w/many of those (younger than my children generation)
who do not respect such priviledges.
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submitted on January
9, 2007 6:55 PM EST
Name: Gerard Davis
Nick Name: J-rod
Email Address:
newstart2358@pbtcomm.net Block: 7
Class of: 76
Topic: Lashawn Williams, you have said what I presumed to be one of our biggest problem
in the G. Nothing to do for our children. And I agree that a idol mind is the devil workshop. When I was growing up in the
G we had basketball courts in every block and in some blocks there was two courts. Myself and many others would go from block
to block playing without any incidents. We had the children building that we were able to go and not only play basketball
there was workshops such as wood shop and tumbling for the boys and there was arts and crafts and dancing for the girls. The
swimming pool open I believe six days a week. Then we also had the catholic gym to play in. Which is where I would play when
the weather didn't permit me to play outside. Every day we had things to do to occupied our time and we had parents that also
had time to give us.
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submitted on January
9, 2007 1:57 PM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: To Class OF 64:how can somebody email you when people don't know who
they are emailing? the next time you post here put your name &email address on it so your classmates can email you. thank
you ray johnson class of 63(jan.)
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submitted on January
9, 2007 10:02 AM EST
Name: B. Gay
Nick Name: Benny
Email Address:
abfactg@aol.com Block: From Morgan Park
Class of: 66 - Morgan Park
Topic: Drove thru the "Gardens" yesterday 1/8/07...What
happened? Used to be such a lovely place of family and pride. It looks like a war zone now.
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submitted on January
9, 2007 8:57 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of: 1964
Topic: WHERE ARE MY CLASS MATES? E-MAIL ME PLEASE.
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submitted on January
9, 2007 8:57 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of: 1964
Topic: WHERE ARE MY CLASS MATES? E-MAIL ME PLEASE.
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submitted on January
9, 2007 1:33 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: HELLO MY BLOCK3&6 FORMER NEIGHBORS&THE REST OF THE GARDENS:
IF THE WEATHER HOLD'S OUT & NO BAD WEATHER HIT US,MY BIRTHDAY PARTY IS STILL ON PLACE,-THE FAMILY DEN LOUNGE IS AT 8942
STONY ISLAND AVE.FROM 7PM-? NOW I MAY NOT STAY LATE (BUT WHO KNOW'S) YOU CAN STAY UNTIL THE PLACE CLOSE WHICH IS I BELIEVE
IS 3AM.I'm EXPECTING TO SEE AT LEAST SOME OF MY FORMER NEIGHBORS FROM BLOCK3&6 THERE,ALSO JOE ROPE,PAULETTE STUBBS,THE
NEWS,THE CAMBELLS,(CAROLYN,MARION,&ETC.)JAMES BROWN, THERE IS SO MANY OF YOU THAT I DON'T HAVE HAVE THE TIME(right now)TO
PUT ALL OF YOUR NAMES DOWN,BUT YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE, SO COME ON AND HELP ME CELEBRATE ANOTHER YEAR OF BEING ON THIS EARTH,WITH
THE GOOD LORD'S BLESSING;I'll SEE YOU THERE THANK YOU,HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU THERE A.G. RAY JOHNSON PEACE,LOVE & HAPPINESS
"MAY GOD BE WITH ALL OF US"
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submitted on January
8, 2007 6:20 PM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: This is to Joe Rope(mainly) or anybody else: hey there Joe you once
said that you know everything,I hope you know the answer to this question.my sister knew a mannamed (Leo Anderson) whom once
worked for housing out in the G. in the 70's,& she is wondering if he had any children that lived out there,now me,myself
I don't know;but she wanted me to ask if there is anybody out there who remember this man, (Leo Anderson) I'm asking the person
who claims that he know's everything. if he know the answer to this question.now if anybody else know the answer please help
me out;my sister would really apreciate it,Leo had some sisters,Shelby Jean & Daisy Mae,now they eould be in their 60's
by now. yours truly raymond johnson aka Ray Jay block3 friends forever
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submitted on January
8, 2007 4:47 PM EST
Name: LaShawn D. Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic: Dawn, one MAJOR problem with the "G" (and most
inner-city neighborhoods) is that there is NOTHING for them to do. "An idle mind is the devil's wkshp" has never been truer
when it comes to this subject. A lot of it also is a generational thing. I am fortunate enough to have parents, aunts, uncles,
etc., who are OLD enough to have taught me about the struggles; these kids today don't know squat about struggling. They THINK
they do, and that's the problem. Lack of black male teachers is another problem I see. Gosh, I could type a NOVEL about all
the ills that I believe are a part of the problem. I just got off the phone with a relative who is in her early 20s. She told
me she was just leaving a funeral. I half-heartedly joked, "Girl, you just LOVE funerals, don't you?" Her reply-->"You
ain't got no choice but to love 'em; living out here, you're gonna go to SO many..."
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submitted on January
8, 2007 4:40 PM EST
Name: Dawn Guy
Nick Name: Dondon
Email Address:
dondongm@yahoo.com Block: #3
Class of:
Topic: AMEN Gloria Kendricks...AMEN sistah...there's nothing like old school
upbringing and teaching these children of today to respect themselves as well as others. However, that's the problem; no good
home taught lessons. Gang violence existed in the 60s & 70s in the "G"...gang violence was all over the city of Chg as
my big bro Ray J has said, folks was being murdered by guns & knives...I recall too many of them, however, a butt kicking
was the primary result of any altercation...now these kids today can't seem to take a butt kicking and hardly from parents
who may go to jail for whooping their children...well, put me to jail I say, I'd rather kick my kid's *#% than for them to
go to jail as a result of a terrible crime. As for the AG community, something productive definitely needs to be done and
quick...I can see that a tearing down of the bldgs in the near future will occur if nothing is done about the crime in our
"hood". I look forward to receiving solutions and putting them out there as well as hearing of other's ideas of what could
be done to stop the murders/crimes.
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submitted on January
8, 2007 4:13 PM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
CAVCO@COLLINSCAVIAR.COM Block: 3
Class of: '78
Topic: HEY, SHAWNY, I GUESS WE'LL HAVE TO GO THE E-MAIL ROUTE. I THINK MY BRAIN
STOPS WORKING WHEN I'M TRYING TO PULL UP THESE ARTICLES. THE E-MAIL WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED, THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS
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submitted on January
8, 2007 3:38 PM EST
Name: Pat Strange Nelson
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 5
Class of:
70
Topic: Happy New Year to my AG Family A new beginning, a fresh start. Everyone has choices...Choose GOD. Shout out
to Elder Andrea Evans, I'm so proud congrats to you and when I'm in Chicago again, I will visit your church. Loisteen, lots
of love. I thought you would have called me. Almost broke my leg while in Chi-Town. Okay all of my 7th & 8th grade classmates
no laughing...No Andrea, I don't have those old crutches. Mr. Demons has a heavenly smile on his face! Altgeld Family lets
keep this a community web page as the Gardens was "A Community". Let's pray for on another. As always, keep God first in your
life, walk by faith not by sight. LOL Pat
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submitted on January
8, 2007 10:23 AM EST
Name: LaShawn D. Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic:
http://www.chicagoreporter.com/ This is THE premiere publication for all kinds of articles on issues dealing with the impoverished and race relations. Altgeld
is a regular subject matter for them, too. When you get to the site, type "Altgeld Gardens" in the search bar, and links to
all kinds of articles come up. I am a sociology and media junkie, so this is a site I visit quite often! :-)
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submitted on January
8, 2007 9:37 AM EST
Name: LaShawn D. Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic: Hi, Terry! Since this site doesn't allow for
hyperlinks, you'll need to copy and paste links into your browser. Hit "Enter" once you've done so, and you should pull up
the articles. Let me know if you're still experiencing trouble and I'll just email them to ya. :-)
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submitted on January
8, 2007 9:02 AM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
CAVCO@COLLINSCAVIAR.COM Block: 3
Class of:
Topic: SHAWNY I'VE TRYING TO BRING UP THE 2 ARTICLES ON THE SUN-TIMES WEB SITE,
BUT CAN'T, WITH THE ADDRESSES USE FOR THE SEARCH. MAYBE IT'S SOMETHING I'M DOING WRONG, BUT I'VE TRIED TO SEARCH FOR IT IN
EVERY MANNER I KNOW HOW. I WOULD GREATLY APPREICATE ANY HELP, THANK YOU.
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submitted on January
7, 2007 4:39 PM EST
Name: LaShawn Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: 1983 Carver Middle/1987 CVS
Topic: Here is a link to a rather timely article about what
we have begun to discuss on this board. The article was in today's Chgo Sun-Times:
http://www.suntimes.com/news/mitchell/200408,CST-NWS-mitch07.article --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
submitted on January
6, 2007 9:03 PM EST
Name: Raymond Johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: as I read the messages about the violence in altgeld,exactly what can
we do to stop this nonsense of our black brothers killing each other;now when I was growing up in altgeld,it was about surviving
a butt kicking when you go into different parts of the city,the west side,east63street(like stony island)you had these street
gangs,egyptian cobras(west side)blackstone rangers(63rd&stony island)now they wasn't shooting then,but gave you a good
butt kicking,I was fortunate enough not to get jumped on by neither gangs when I was in their territory,when you got your
butt kicked,that was it,everybody went their way,it was over,nowdays they can't take a beat down,they go & get their gun's
&want to kill somebody,because they got beat up by that person.when are they really going to wake up &stop the killing
in altgeld.
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submitted on January
6, 2007 5:47 PM EST
Name: LaShawn Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic: "...this their community,they have to really
want to clean it up..." :-( This is EXACTLY the thinking that serves as both a hindrance and a deterrent to getting anything
done. "THEIR" community... :-( "...the powers to be don't have to live out there, they can go to their big luxury homes in
the suburbs..." It’s not only the powers that be who think this way; there are people right under our noses who also
exhibit this way of thinking.
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submitted on January
6, 2007 3:14 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic: well shawny, you know if the older adults out in the gardens is not able to control the people in the community
what do they expect an oldsider to do this their community,they have to really want to clean it up,action speaks louder that
words,so they (the older adults)will have to get off their b--- &clean up their community,if the violence keep up,they
will tear down altgeld;than the people that's left in altgeld will have to find someplace else to live,where they will be
paying big bucks for the number of bedrooms that someof them will need for their familes.if they don't care,other people won't
either,so the people of altgeld if you want the g.to be torn down then keep turning your heads to all the violence that's
going on the community,because the powers to be will tear it down & I won't like it just like any other alumni of altgeld
won't like it you see the powers to be don't have to live out there, they can go to their big luxury homes in the suburbs
or whereever,no more oldtimers picnic this is from an altgeld & carver alumni.
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submitted on January
5, 2007 2:59 PM EST
Name: LaShawn D. Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic: FINALLY, some meaningful/productive/insightful
dialogue! Yaaay! Vinnie, I read an article in the Chgo Reporter a few months ago, and one of the "powers that be" who is behind
Altgeld's renovation basically said, "If these 'n-words' tear it up THIS time, that's it--it's coming down completely." DISCLAIMER:
I'm only referencing the "n-word" because it is appropriate to the tone of the article I read. Thank you.
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submitted on January
5, 2007 2:22 PM EST
Name: Vince Eckles
Nick Name: Vinnie
Email Address:
docmananoff@yahoo.com Block: 1
Class of: 87
Topic: If I remember correctly (and I do!) The Gardens saw MORE gang violence back
in the 80's and 90's than it does now. My condolences to the lives that were lost, theres no excuse for senseless violence
but with ALL the other housing projects torn down now...thats just shows us that Altgeld is next. I personally witnessed a
few incidents back in the early-mid 80's that shouldve made headlines but never got mentioned because the media was concentrating
on Cabrini Green at that time, now Cabrini is gone so...I'm sure they are saying; "Let's get Altgeld demolished now." the
renovation 'smokescreen' is only to buy a little time but beleive me, the Gardens will be next for the wrecking ball. I'm
38 years old and alot of the generation older than mine ABANDONED us during our prime developement years (which caused alot
of the madness thats happening now) and they are the ones who complain the most now. This is bigger than prayer vigils and
all that at this point (thats been tried and failed already) lets TAKE OUR NEIGHBORHOOD BACK if we realy want it! In regards
to prayer AND complaints...Action speaks louder than words!
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submitted on January
5, 2007 10:18 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic: Another HUGE problem that is NEVER/RARELY mentioned is that our men have not taken back the community. Women have
been holding things down for FAR TOO LONG. I do know someone from AG who tries to, EVERY chance he gets, to talk some sense
into the young brothas out there. He knows that it is a Herculean task, but he won't stop. And I encourage him to no end,
especially since he's the ONLY one I am acquainted with who is at least TRYING. I am not knocking what anyone wants to do
to help, because SOMETHING is better than NOTHING, but I just don't see how productive holding vigils and marches is gonna
do the trick. We all know what has to/needs to be done here... Well, at least, finally, some dialogue about it all is happening
on this message board. It's a START, huh...
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submitted on January
4, 2007 10:57 PM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray J.
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: Jan.63
Topic: hello there Elder Andre Evans: I remember you & your sister
Marlene from hanging out over my friend Barri Southerland house in block7 back in the day.what I would like to know is exactly
how would you (not you personally)start off with having a prayer virgil,I have a person a pastor who I think would make a
good motivational speaker on this matter. Ican ask him about this,the next time that Isee him,most likely, it would be on
tuesday evening,where he hold's prayer service atMinnie rippleton Apartments 4250 s. princeton ave.at 6:30pm,if you or anyone
else would like to attend this service & hear this man. you are welcome,he doesn't matter what denomination you are he
welcome everyone. Peace & Love be with all you raymond johnson oh yes I really hope that they get every thing straighten
out in the G.
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submitted on January
4, 2007 9:37 PM EST
Name: gloriakendricksmcclay
Nick Name:
Email Address:
gmcclay@sbcglobal.net Block: 3
Class of: 70
Topic: I first want to say it is not the community it is the people who are not raising
their kids to respect others in their community. Communities don't change the people that live in them do. If parents start
raising their children like we were raised back in the day and stop partying with them and trying to be their friends and
moniter who they hang out with things might be different(not all parents are doing a bad job) I raised my girls out in Altgeld
and they are productive youn ladys and have moved in other cities and are doing well. I'm from old school I raised them like
my mom raised me and didn't hold back any punches. Whatever area you live in it starts at home.
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submitted on January
4, 2007 7:40 PM EST
Name: LaShawn Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic: Hi, Queen Vet and everyone. With all due respect
to your sincerity in your post about praying for Altgeld, helping out, etc., your words really may fall on deaf ears. For
goodness sake--there isn't even unity on this message board and/or during Old Timers' Wknd! Look at that, and you'll have
the answer to why things will undoubtedly remain the way they are... It's a tough task to turn things around when you've been
mired in hopelessness and despair for SOOOOO long.
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submitted on January
4, 2007 5:59 PM EST
Name: Andrea Evans
Nick Name:
Email Address:
minevans@localnet.com Block: 7
Class of: 1970
Topic: There are still some good people in the Altgeld-Murry Homes. Praise the
Lord Everybody. I haven't signed on in a while but I feel like it's time for someone to say something about the good still
living in Altgeld and remind them that good people came out of Altgeld. Now I read the newspaper article and it seems as if
some of the residents have lost faith, hope and trust in each other. We can still help a brother or sister out as our parents
did when we grew up there. Sure times have changed but it's still okay to show love. Gangbangers are everywhere not just in
Altgeld.The media will always focus on the bad because that is their job. They need to sell newspapers. We can give them positive
things to write about. There are still some people there who will go out of their way to do a good deed or two. I feel so
sad sometime when I read about the negative things about my community and I still say my community because I am always thinking
of ways I can give back to it. Judge Stuttley has a great mentoring program. It can be something as simple as buying someone
some food from the farm to keep them from ripping off a neighbor. I also wonder why there were never any prayer vigils held
like it is in some of the other communities when there are shootings. Are they sending counselors to the schools? What can
we do as old-timers to try to help our community. We all enjoy the picnic and go home but there is still life after the picnic.
Positive things do happen in Altgeld. If you know of any, please share them. I am glad to read they are naming a street after
Geneal Lewis in his hometown. We need to pray for Altgeld and God still does answer prayer. The churches can come together
and pray. It doesn't matter your denomination. Prayer changes people, situations and things! Does anyone have any suggestions?
Share them. I refuse to give up hope for my community. Will anybody stand with me in prayer? Love to All. Elder Andrea Evans
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submitted on January
3, 2007 10:49 PM EST
Name: Loisteen Woods Walker
Nick Name: Steen
Email Address:
eclwwalker@ameritech.net Block: 2
Class of: 1970
Topic: Bad News There have been 4 murders in Altgeld within the past 5 months.
See today's Sun Times. I'm sure some of the young men who were killed are either relatives or children of our friends. The
men were all under 30 and 1 pregnant women was shot in the face during this gang violence. When will the killing stop and
what will it take for something to be done? Bereavement It is with regret that I announce the recent passing of Sallie Compton
(17) mother of David, Edith, Velma (deceased 06) and Carrie. The funeral arrangements are 10 am (wake) and 11 am (funeral)
Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Manor Community Church, 99th and Crandon. Our condolences to the entire Compton family. It is
with deep regret and sadness that I announce the death of my good buddy, Sherwin (Sherry) Whittington (block 13), husband
of Marla, brother of Grace and Debra, father of Rashad (Shirley King-17), and cousin to the Block 6 Whittington's (Onion).
Sherwin passed suddenly, Saturday, December 30, 2006. The arrangements are Friday, January 5, 2006 (visitation) from 3pm to
7pm at Corbin Colonial Funeral Home, located at 5345 West Madison Street and the Funeral held on Saturday, January 6, 2006
at 10 am at Progressive Beulah Pentacostal Church, 1301 West 87th Street. Please remember to keep Sherry's family in your
prayers. He will be missed and if you hadn't seen Sherry in awhile, he was still the same. Please pass the iinformation on
to any of Sherry's childhood friends whom you are in contact. Sick Elmos King (17) & Sherry's ex-brother in law was hospitalized
on Tuesday night suffering from a heart attack. His condition is stable at this time. I will keep you updated.
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submitted on January 3, 2007
10:49 PM EST
Name: Loisteen Woods Walker
Nick Name: Steen
Email Address:
eclwwalker@ameritech.net Block: 2
Class of: 70
Topic: HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL. Good News Andrea Evans(block 7), sister of Helen,
Marlene, Lynette, Gregory, Yvette and Kevin, was ordained on December 17, 2006 as Elder Andrea Evans of God's Word Christian
Center in Calumet City. God Bless and good luck to Elder Evans in her ministry. Last year I reported that Luetta Nuckolls
(block 7) was under the weather. I spoke with her the other day and she is recovering from surgery and doing well. The Carver
Alumni (Class of 59,60,61) hosted a nice laid back pre-Christmas celebration at Scott's and it was really a nice affair. This
group always throws a good party.
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submitted on January
3, 2007 10:10 PM EST
Name: Velda Williams Johnson
Nick Name:
Email Address:
July7th@sbcglobal.net Block:
Class of:
Topic: I just want to wish everyone a Happy and a prosperous New Year.
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submitted on January
3, 2007 9:09 PM EST
Name: renaldo armstrong
Nick Name: bubby
Email Address:
renaldoarmstrong@sbcglobal.net Block: 1
Class of: 1960
Topic: rope wwe lived in block 1 (13098 ellis) corner house from 1944 -1961
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submitted on January
3, 2007 1:04 PM EST
Name: LaShawn D. Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic: For those who didn't read the piece in today's
Chgo Sun-Times about Altgeld, R. Taylor, etc., here is the link:
http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/195181,CST-NWS-murd03.article --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
submitted on January
2, 2007 8:44 AM EST
Name: Elizabeth Boyd
Nick Name: Bit
Email Address:
ElzBo7@aol.com Block: 16
Class of: 1972
Topic: Wishing everyone a Happy New Year. Love Always Bit.
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submitted on January
1, 2007 11:34 PM EST
Name: LaDell McDaniel
Nick Name: Ricky
Email Address:
ladellmcdaniel@yahoo.com Block: 5
Class of: 72
Topic: I can't believe that I just recently found out about this wonderful website.
My formative years spent there shaped me in so many positive ways. I lived in the gardens from "59" til "69". When we left
I couldn't understand why we were moving from this great community!! Only to realize that the sense of community and family
had been great preparation for the world I was about to face. In fact, it wasn't until after i moved that I realized that
the Gardens were a part of the CHA!! I've always heard about the annual reunion but had never made it. It's kinda ironic given
that I've contracted with the CHA in various capacities over the last few years. God bless you all!!! Have a safe, prosperous,
and blessed New Year!!1
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submitted on January
1, 2007 12:18 AM EST
Name: SHANITA ANDERSON
Nick Name: NITA
Email Address:
Block: 9
Class of:
Topic: Wishing everybody a happy and blessed new year. And to let you know that in 2007 you have to let go and let GOD!!!
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submitted on December
31, 2006 11:26 PM EST
Name: Latrice Mapps
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block:
Class of:
Topic: Wishing Everyone A Safe & Happy New Year! 2007 Here We Come !
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submitted on December
31, 2006 8:55 PM EST
Name: carolyn
Nick Name: twin
Email Address:
Block: 15,1,&2
Class of:
1960
Topic: I just want to wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year to all my altgeld gardens friends and families,and
may GOD Bless those who have passed,Love and Peace to you all.
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submitted on December
31, 2006 7:28 PM EST
Name:
Nick Name: kb
Email Address:
Block: 1&10
Class of:
Topic: happy new year to all back home in chi-town. hey eudy give everybody a hug for me.hope to see you soon
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submitted on December
31, 2006 2:09 PM EST
Name: RL. Reno
Nick Name: bunchie
Email Address:
rjreno@sbcglobal.net Block: 12
Class of: 1966
Topic: the passing of mother Piggee, sorry I did'nt get the news in time to attend
the service's for your mom, but please know you are in my though and prayers to all of you Charlene, Harriett, Bev, Lloyd,&
Leonard. Charlene I realy would like to hear from you !!!!! Let go &Let GOD.
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submitted on December
31, 2006 1:09 PM EST
Name: Angela(Cameron)Conard
Nick Name: Lushy
Email Address:
lushyangela@yahoo.com Block: 17 & 1
Class of:
Topic: Happy NEWYEAR to all
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submitted on December
31, 2006 9:32 AM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
CAVCO@COLLINSCAVIAR.COM Block: 3
Class of: '78
Topic: JUST TAKING TIME TO SAY HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL THE AG FAMILY, ESPECIALLY THOSE
OUT OF TREY TOWN. JUST REMEMBER WHATEVER YOU DO, OR HOWEVER YOU BRING IN THE NEW YEAR TONIGHT, PUT THE LORD GOD FIRST AND
EVERYTHING ELSE SECOND. GOD BLESS EVERYONE THIS UPCOMING NEW YEAR. THE YEAR TO TRUST IN THE LORD, MORE THAN EVER.
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submitted on December
31, 2006 4:14 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: if anybody see charles byers,donzell holcomb,or barri southerland, paulette
stubbs,carolyn campbell,& llona clemons plese tell them all that raymond johnson is having a birthday party at the family
denlounge,which is located on 89th&stony island,on jan.27 from 7pm-?old school music.he will be looking for them to show
up
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submitted on December
31, 2006 4:12 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name: ray jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: if anybody see charles byers,donzell holcomb,or barri southerland, paulette
stubbscarolyn campbell&llona clemons plese tell them all that raymond johnson is having a birthday party at the family
denlounge,which is located on 89th&stony island,on jan.27 from 7pm-?old school music.he will be looking for them to show
up
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submitted on December
30, 2006 9:17 PM EST
Name:
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: hey geneal bro;I'm sorry that you're won't be able to make itto my birthday
celebration,Ijust hope that the weather continues to be nice in jan. like it is now,but you know how it is in jan. we might
get a snow storm,Ipray to the lord that we don't.so they are naming a street after you(Geneal Lane)in Chattanooga;that's great.if
the lord is willing Iwill see you at the picnic in August.I do hope that the other gardenites will show up at the birthday
celebration.it will be wonderful to see the people from block3 especially.
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submitted on December
30, 2006 8:21 AM EST
Name: GENEAL
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3
Class of: 70
Topic:
Hey Ray-Jay i wish i could be there for the birthday celebration and i'am sure you all will have a good time. Because of work
here in Chattanooga Tn i will not be able to be there this year but i will see you this summer at the picnic. Also ray I've
just had a street name after me (GENEAL LANE)Off Greenwood rd it will not be on the city map until some time next year but
the street will be up next month.
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submitted on December
28, 2006 10:49 PM EST
Name: Loisteen Woods Walker
Nick Name: Steen
Email Address:
eclwwalker@ameritech.net Block: 2
Class of: 1970
Topic: It is with deep regret and sorrow that I inform you of the recent passing
of Mrs. Viola Piggee Brown (block 2), after a long illness, mother of Lloyd, Charlene, Harriett, Beverly and Leonard. I am
personally touched and grieve her death because the Piggee's were my very first friends in Altgeld and next door neighbors
for 20 years. The arrangements for Ms. Piggee are Saturday, December 30, 2006 at Cedar Park Cemetary, 127th Halsted, visitation
8:30 am and funeral 10 am. This has been a trying year for the family and heartfelt sympathy goes to all the Piggee clan.
Please pass this information on to all friends of the Piggee's and everyone in block 2. Peace be still and rest on Motherdear.
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submitted on December
28, 2006 2:25 PM EST
Name: RaymondJohnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: I'm having my birthday(jan.25th)party on sat.Jan.27th at the Family
Den 89th &Stony Island from7pm-?people 30 & over there will be no hip hop music,plan on playing classicalR&B music,there
will be food,fun,music;so if you into classicalR&B music,you are invited.I'm expecting to see my people from the G.there.
have a nice holiday every one. raymond johnson aka Ray Jay FriendsForever Block3&6 p.s.hoping to celebrate this night
with Noreen Roberts(same day as mine 01/25),LoisteenWalker, my block3 homie Geneal Lewis,& also hope to see bro. Jope
Rope.
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submitted on December
27, 2006 11:26 PM EST
Name: Yvette Pointer Chatman
Nick Name: Rev. Queen Vet
Email Address:
vetchatman@yahoo.com Block: 12 & 9
Class of: 71
Topic: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to my AG family and friends. God
be praise for all He has done, is doing and have in store for us! Prayers going up for the families with illness and death
of love ones. Blessings to each and everyone of you this is my prayer. Let's get ready for 2007 preparing for heaven, while
we still have time. Thank God for being a God of a second chance. Amen! He loved us so much that He gave His only son for
our sins. Thank you Jesus! If it was not for Jesus the Christ there would be no Christmas! The womb of a virgin (Christmas)
and the empty tomb of the grave (Easter) all represent Jesus! Amen! The true reason for the season. May the joy of Jesus rest
in your hearts and give you peace. Love Rev. Vet
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submitted on December
27, 2006 8:11 PM EST
Name: a thought
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: block 1
Class of:
Topic: i remember a singing group named the depressions they were leon jones, kerry wilson, robert james known as t'off,michael
sweezey,and maurice adams. i remember when they sanged at the regal theater when the jackson 5 were there and sanged their
first hit big boy now, man did the depressions represent altgeld gardens that day and bring home a trophy that stayed in the
children building for so many years, i remember that day so very well, ill always remember those wonderful guys and being
a part of that group, love you 4 guys where ever you are, the depressions'''
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submitted on December
27, 2006 8:34 AM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
CAVCO@COLLINSCAVIAR.COM Block: 3
Class of: '78
Topic: WISHING EVERYONE A BLESSED AND GOD FILLED NEW YEAR. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL.
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submitted on December
26, 2006 4:11 PM EST
Name: mike vaughn
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: 3
Class of:
Topic: Happy Holidays to everyone be safe
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submitted on December
25, 2006 4:51 PM EST
Name: Latrice Mapps
Nick Name: Trea
Email Address:
weekendgirl_01@yahoo.com Block: 9
Class of: 1990
Topic: Wishing Everyone A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! block 9 forever!!
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submitted on December
25, 2006 11:31 AM EST
Name: Gerard Davis
Nick Name:
Email Address:
newstart2358@pbtcomm.net Block:
Class of:
Topic: To all of my A.G. family I would like to wish each and everyone of
you a Merry Christmas and to remind everyone to remember the reason for the season. The gifts are nice and the food will be
plentiful, but the best news is that this is the day of our savior birthday. So lets wish Jesus a happy birthday. May God
bless everyone and may we all be bless to see another Christmas.
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submitted on December
25, 2006 2:22 AM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: WISHING EVRYONE A MERRY CHRISTMSMAS AND A JOYOUS NEWYEAR,PLEASE EVRYBODY
LOVE LIKE YOU WANT TO BE LOVED;WISHING ALL MY HOME BOYS &GIRLS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR.THAT GOES FOR
ALL THE G. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL LOVE AND PEACE TO ALL OF YOU Ray Jay block3 friends forever
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submitted on December
24, 2006 2:27 PM EST
Name: Patsy Atkins
Nick Name: Pat
Email Address:
tommie.atkins@earthlink.net Block: 10
Class of: 68
Topic: Hey!Hey!Everybody, wishing u all a Merry Xmas and a safe and Happy New Year
This is the best site, I visit here all the time it's like a friend,or like part of yo family that u call all the time to
c how everybody's doing. I'm here 3or4 times a week or more checkin out our family, our AG Family!!FOR EVER PAT from BL#10
HAPPY HOLIDAYS Be Safe,Be Happy and always Do on to other's...ect...ect. u know(smile)how it go
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submitted on December
24, 2006 1:31 PM EST
Name: Gloria Kendricks McClay
Nick Name:
Email Address:
gmcclay@sbcglobal.net Block: 3
Class of: 70
Topic: Here's wishing everyone A safe happy and blessed Christmas and a prosperous
New Year
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submitted on December
23, 2006 3:38 PM EST
Name: Janice Cunningham (Baker)
Nick Name:
Email Address:
starryeyes60617@yahoo.com Block: 12,3,8
Class of: 1977
Topic: I just wanted to say Merry christmas and have a very blessed new year.
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submitted on December
23, 2006 8:00 AM EST
Name: Vernon Fisher
Nick Name:
Email Address:
vefisher@sbcglobal.net Block: 5 (Marian, blocks 6,10, and 12)
Class of: 1966
Topic: Both, my wife, Marian (Lusane) Fisher, and
I, wish everyone a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. Our 35th wedding anniversary was on 12/21/06. Marian and I went
trough the school system in Altgeld, from Kindergaten through H.S. In a previous note,I saw the names: Charlene Piggee, and
Elizabeth Finley. Please tell them I said hello. We graduated from H.S. forty years ago, this year.
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submitted on December
23, 2006 6:31 AM EST
Name: L.C. MORROW
Nick Name: BULLDOG
Email Address: lc.
morrow@sbcglobal.net Block: MIGHTY 6
Class of: 71
Topic: JUST WANTED 2 SAY HELLO AND MERRY XMAS HAPPY HAPPY 2 EVERY ONE I HAVE
BEEN SO BUSY WITH WORK I JUST HAVE'NT HAD THE TIME 2 SIT DOWN AND READ AND SAY HELLO TO MY FAMILY FROM THE "G" ESPECIALLY
MY BOYZ WILLIE SPENCER(DUBB) BLOCK 3 SPRUNNIE BLOCK 1 RAINEY BLOCK 1 SYL MAXEY BLOCK 1 I STILL LOVE U BROTHER ALTHOUGH U WERE
OUR POINT GUARD AND U NEVER PASSED THE BALL. ARNOLD BROWN, HIS FAMILY HIT THE LOTTERY EARLY AND THEY MOVED UPTOWN, EVERY ONE
THAT WAS ON THAT 69 J.V. BASKETBALL, TEAM THAT WAS SPEACIAL, VERY MUCH SO PLEASE EVERY 1 THAT READS THIS SAY A SPECIAL PRAYER
4 STEVEN FINLEY.
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submitted on December
22, 2006 6:41 PM EST
Name: Eugene Gibson
Nick Name: Eudy
Email Address:
gib05son@aol.com Block: 2
Class of: 1969-1970
Topic: Just wanted to say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of my
Altgeld Garden Family.
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submitted on December
21, 2006 6:26 PM EST
Name: A THOUGHT
Nick Name:
Email Address:
Block: BLOCK 1
Class of:
1972
Topic: DEAR MS.KEEDA, WAS READING YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT YOUR FIRST APT IN ALTGELD. I TRULY CAN RELATE TO WHAT YOU EXPRESSED,
FOR SOME OF US LEAVING THE AG CAN BE HEART FELT BUT THERE ARE GOOD MEMORIES THAT WE CARRY AND SHARE AS YOU DID, I TRULY WISH
YOU AND ALL OF EVERYONE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY. MUCH LOVE FROM ME ''A THOUGHT FROM BLOCK 1'''
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submitted on December
21, 2006 2:06 PM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: hello everyone: this is ray j. again looking for another person beside
wesley(sylvester)gray,I'M also looking for this lady who useto live in block6,I believe her name is DeloiseOwens,maiden name
was hobbs(Icalled her Honey bunch),family was from block8 my play sister named dawn went to school with her daughter Linda,&she
was wondering whatever happen to her,she wants to say hi to her.Ialso want to say hi to the whole family that I knew when
Ilived in 6 at the time.please let her know that raymond have been thinking of them."HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE&THEIR
FAMILIES.MAY GOD BLESS EACH & EVERY ONE OF YOU" Peace from Raymond
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submitted on December
21, 2006 8:12 AM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
CAVCO@COLLINSCAVIAR.COM Block: 3
Class of: '78
Topic: THANKS FOR THE SHOUT OUT LIL-BIG BRO. STAY THE VERY SPECIAL BRO. TO ME THAT
YOU ARE. YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN AN INSPIR ATION FOR ME, THRU THE GOOD TIMES AND THE BAD. THANKS, I LOVE YOU AND GOD BLESS. SEE
YOU ON THE 30TH. DONDON HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND THE FAMILY, MUCH LOVE FOR ONE THE BEST NEIGHORS TO HAVE FOR 18 YRS. BLOCK
3'S THE BEST EVER.
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submitted on December
21, 2006 7:08 AM EST
Name: loisteen woods walker
Nick Name: steen
Email Address:
eclwwalker@ameritech.net Block: 2
Class of: 70
Topic: Dear Altgeld Family: May you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
My father is still ill, so this has been another trying year, but with the grace of God, he is undergoing radiation treatments
but stable at this time. I have read about many deaths and illnesses on this site this year. No matter what your trials and
tribulations this year, I hope that you were able to overcome and thank the Lord for making it this far. It is truly wonderful
to see so many Altgeld Family finally taking advantage of this website to leave messages, voice your opinions and to find
long lost friends. This was Joe's intention when Joe and I first discussed. Keep on hitting it. Altgeld is truly blessed to
have his talent. It is so good to see an "Oldtimer" (Jrope) keep up with the "younguns". Joe knows all of the history of AG,
wish you all had the opportunity to sit and talk with him sometimes. He was mentioned in one of the first books written about
Altgeld by the late John Dunham. You can get it from the library. He is right about how the AG OldTimers Picnic started but
left off the "Housing Men" played a ballgame against the "Competitors Social Club" beginning in 1975 and thus began the annual
baseball game with food. As the years went on it turned into a picnic in Carver Park where it will always remain. People should
remember there is only 1 PICNIC. It doesn't matter why some chose to leave, what matters is who stays, 3rd Sunday in August,
forever. Butchie you are an entrepreneur, so if people want you to build a website make your money, but patent it. Send a
prayer out for Charlene Piggee(2) & Elizabeth Finley (4). Both of their mothers are ill at this time. Thanks Raymond and
everyone else who always mention my name is good spirits. Peace and love to you all.
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submitted on December
21, 2006 4:10 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
Block: 3&6
Class of:
63
Topic: have anyone heard anything about this young man from block 17 south named wesley gray been looking for him since
the 98 old timers reunion,last I heard that he lived out in one of the south suburbs maybe harvey,markham or dolton,forgot
which one it was;if anyone know the whereabouts of this man tell him that raymond from block3 has been looking for him,tell
him to call me at 773-203-4492(cell). thank you hey geneal: are you still out there in tn. or what? this is ray j. from the
block.
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submitted on December
20, 2006 1:42 PM EST
Name: Willie Spencer
Nick Name:
Email Address:
spencerwillie@sbcglobal.net Block: 3
Class of: 71
Topic: To my brother Terry Spencer, what's up doc. just dropping my favorite lil
brother a line, to say. You are my guy and your brother loves you. merry xmas
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submitted on December
20, 2006 12:04 PM EST
Name: Mary Conner -Watson-Lyles
Nick Name: Pookie
Email Address:
shitown47@yahoo.com Block: 17-new projects
Class of: June l964
Topic: Are any of my classmates still around.I presently live
in Hattiesburg,Mississippi teaching 1st grade.e-mail me. holla.
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submitted on December
20, 2006 8:03 AM EST
Name: TERRY SPENCER
Nick Name:
Email Address:
CAVCO@COLLINSCAVIAR.COM Block: 3
Class of: '78
Topic: DAWS (TANK),HOLLER BACK AT ME, WITH THAT INFO ON SHELLY'S BROTHER (DUCK),
YOU CAN CALL OR E-MAIL ME AT ANYTIME. 800-715-4034 OR 219-878-0617. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL, AND GOD BLESS
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submitted on December
19, 2006 1:55 AM EST
Name: Marquita Moore
Nick Name: keeda
Email Address:
soulseeker2007@yahoo.com Block: 17 ( 13130 s Langley ) on the corner
Class of: 88
Topic: Just want to say to who ever started
this keep up the good work. I am not originally from AG but moved there in 1995 but AG was my home and one of the safest places
I ever felt in my life rather if people can believe it or not and if they had not of raised my rent I would probably be there
right now but yes, AG is my family and I don't have to know every body from there to love them if you from there much love
and respect and we all got a AG story to tell. I wanted to leave so bad but now I really wish I was still there, you know
what they say you never my the water till the well runs dry and AG I Miss and love you! My first apt and I will never have
that feeling AG gave me regardless of the ruckess everybody was family and that was something I never seen before in my life.
Love Keeda
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submitted on December
19, 2006 1:53 AM EST
Name: Marquita Moore
Nick Name: keeda
Email Address: soulseeker2007
Block: 17 13130 s
Langley
Class of: 88
Topic: Just want to say to who ever started this keep up the good work. I am not
originally from AG but moved there in 1995 but AG was my home and one of the safest places I ever felt in my life rather if
people can believe it or not and if they had not of raised my rent I would probably be there right now but yes, AG is my family
and I don't have to know every body from there to love them if you from there much love and respect and we all got a AG story
to tell. I wanted to leave so bad but now I really wish I was still there, you know what they say you never my the water till
the well runs dry and AG I Miss and love you! My first apt and I will never have that feeling AG gave me regardless of the
ruckess everybody was family and that was something I never seen before in my life. Love Keeda
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submitted on December
18, 2006 10:46 PM EST
Name: Daws Jackson
Nick Name: Tank
Email Address:
Tank966@Blackplanet.com Block: 3
Class of: 1983
Topic: I Hope that every one christmas shopping is going well. Please don`t stress,
to be like the rest. Do your best and you will be bless, wishing all my AG family a very merry christmas, and a blessed New
Year. Tank & Family
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submitted on December
18, 2006 6:36 PM EST
Name: Yvette Evans Sapp
Nick Name:
Email Address:
ysapp@msn.com Block: 7
Class of: 73
Topic: It is with deep regret and much sadness that I inform you of the passing of
Micheele Henry-Bey. The services is as follows: Visitation Tues Dec 19th from 4pm until 9pm at the Williams Kampp Funeral
Home 430 E Rooservelt Rd Wheaton IL 60187. Wake Wed Dec 20th 9am until 10am, Funeral 10am until 11am at the Wheaton Evangelicial
Chruch 520 E Rooservelt Rd Wheaton IL 60187.
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submitted on December
16, 2006 6:37 PM EST
Name: LaShawn Williams
Nick Name: Shawny
Email Address:
ldw0808@yahoo.com Block: 6
Class of: Carver Middle (1983); CVS (1987)
Topic: Hi, Butchie. I've been trying to reach out to
ya; I have a GREAT idea to propose for this site and I'd love to hear your thoughts. PLEASE CONTACT ME--thanks! Anyway, about
other public housing developments wanting you to create a site for them--hmmm... I'd be remiss if I didn't say that the specialness
of it all was that A.G. was the only one that had its own site, thus--making us stand out from others. But I guess I won't
be selfish :-)--if others have stories to share and can connect like we do via a website, then I guess it's cool. I would
just offer one suggestion though: Make improvements/enhancements to THIS site and THEN tackle the new territory. Just "My
Two Cents..." Thanks!
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submitted on December
16, 2006 6:22 PM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: I think that you helping others on starting a website of their own
about living in other housing projects sound like a good idea,I live in wentworth gardens for a few years;had relatives &
friends,who grew up in stateway gardens, where they hosted theirannual picnic on 36th & wabash by raymond school.Iwas
talking with my nephrew one day about them starting up a website about stateway but nothing came of it,but now you speaking
about helping others with starting their own website, will ask my nephrew again about this idea and see if he need your help,will
let you know one way or another.
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submitted on December
16, 2006 3:23 PM EST
Name: Joe Craig
Nick Name: Butchie
Email Address:
butchie@altgeldgardens.com Block: 5
Class of: 1977
Topic: coming soon: housing projects of america I have been asked by others to
start websites for others who were a part of, (or still are) the housing project experience and are not from altgeld. Any
thoughts?
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submitted on December
16, 2006 7:39 AM EST
Name:
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: 63
Topic: hey there bro.geneal: did Iread somewhere that you stay in tn. where
in tn.nashville or memphis if you stay in nashville,I'm sure that you been to hickoryhollow mall,every time that Ivisit my
nephrew& his family there Imake sure that Igo that mall,I really like that place,infact I probably be going there sometimein
the near future I hope,if the good lord is willing. your friend forever from block3 raymond aka Ray Jay now you take care.
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submitted on December
15, 2006 9:52 PM EST
Name: raymond johnson
Nick Name: Ray Jay
Email Address:
raymondjohnson1944@sbcglobal.net Block: 3&6
Class of: jan.63
Topic: jan.63 graduation picture is there an an jan.63 alumni graduate
out there who still have their jan.63 highschool picture,would you please send it to butchie craig so he can