Rappahannock News, December 17, 1953

f* -**< \ #f «'«,•■ %. mW*! '. V ^'r. ’ ' 'if' ' " ’ ^ “ '"' 1 *** VOLUME 5—NUMBER T WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 17,1953-Price $2.00PERYEAR 3® ^'me localities brag on their Bu» uine; some on their tall corn; and some brag on their Angus and Herefords. But Washington can rightly brag on the hens of the town. If you don’t believe it you should see the four eggs Mrs. W. C. Campbell brought to the News office this week. The combined weight of the eggs was 15 ounces, and the combined circumference of the four was 311/4 inches. If you think you have a hen that can top this then let us know and we will get the hens of Washington » to take a back seat. i . o o o _ We will have to apologise to the people over in the south end of the county for their paper being late last week. Really; it was not Charlie Coates’ fault, though he jokingly told you he had not finished reading it, and would bring it next day. Charlie is a good guy and we hate to see him take the blame for something he-could not help. Of course we will not go on record as saying he would not keep your paper if he thought he might get a rise out of you, or if there was some choice bit of gossip he had not finished reading. ■s ( OBSERVATIONS PRO. and• CON KXXXXXX KXXXXXX On a more serious side we feel that everyone in the community should he concerned over the conduct at the dances held at the high school. Only last week at a dance* sponsored by the girls' varsity club, the dance had to be stopped because of a crowd of hoodlums fighting and brawling. I have heard the remark quite often that our young people go out of the county to find recre_ation, and rightly they should if conduct like the above mentioned* is permitted at their dances and ^entertainments. The young people of our community are entitled to some kind _of guarantee that their planned entertainments will not be broken up by a bunch of thugs and ruffians that do not know how to behave in polite society. „ If the school auditorium is going to be a place of fisticuffs then it should be squared off and ropes stretched around it. With all sincerity we hope that we will be able to give a better report after the next gathering of our young people in the county, o o o Let’s hope it will not be necessary for Thornton's Gap Primitive Baptist Church to pay the reward .they have offered for information on anyone destroying property at the church. We feel sure that the ones who broke locks and turned over buildings on the property are so filled with remorse that they are ashamed to even go near the place again. And no community could have more than one person that, would do. so contemptible a deed. • f- Be sure your statements will find you out. If you don't believe it ask “Headline Hunter” Joe Mc_Carthy what he thinks of the 1946 Restatement he made, and quoted in the Milwaukee Journal that “Russia does not want war and is not ready to fight one. Stalin's proposal for world disarmament is a great thing and he must be given credit for -being sincere about it." As we see it that is not the only time “Jumping Joe" has been far from right. • J" ‘ o o o ■ ■ f There's a sign outside of Woodville reading “Slow Down, 25 Miles Speed Limit” and yet it has, become an acceptable practice to completely disregard this safety warning, and speed through the town at 45, 50 and 55 miles per hour. This has been done so regularly and so often that one doesn’t even feel a twing of conscience at not slowing down. Stamp Oat TB — Bay Saab *. * ~ ' '.ft- : * ■'Jr®*' Jtfasfa* •' 1 : Vi • h % • Committeemen to Be Elected in Districts At a Democratic mass meeting in the county Court House, Wednesday, December 9 at 3 p.m., it was decided that meetings would be conducted in / the various districts, for the purpose of elceting district committeemen to 'instead of electing the committeemen the County Democratic Committee, at that Mass Meeting.. These district meetings will be held at the various times and places as listed on page two of this issue. Rappahannock Passes Quota In USO Drive Reaching a total of $218.50, Rappahannock County met and passed its quota for the USO drive, set at $202. Mrs. W. F. Moffett was chairman of the drive while Mrs. C. T. Bruce acted as treasurer. The district contributions as reported by the district chairman were: Stonewall and Hawthorne, with Miss Dolly Hite, chairman, $45.25; Piedmont with chairman, Mrs. Carroll Menefee, $44.25; Jackson, Mrs. A. C. Latham, chairman, v $10; Wakefield, Mrs. Frank Cary, chairman, contributed $11; and Hampton with Mrs. W. F. Moffett Sr., chairman, $10B. (Notice has just been received by the News that Stonewall and Hawthorne districts, under Miss Dolly Hite, have received $5 more in contributions, thus bringing their total 1 to $50.25.) _ „ Rapp’k. Coop. Provides Christmas Gaft Packages Rappahannock’s Apple Country . .. Realizing this the Rappahannock Cooperative Fruit Growers, Inc., of Sperryville are making available a rather novel Christmas package, that will taste of Rappahannock no matter how far it has traveled. This Christmas Gift Package contains 24 extra fancy Rappahannock Apples. You should send your orders immediately to Rappahannock Fruit Growers, Inc. Sperryville, Va., if you want to include your friends in this Christmas treat, Firemen To Organize * Rescue Squad The Washington Fire Company will meet this Friday night at 7:30 in the Fire House for the purpose of electing new officers and organizing the Washington Rescue Squad. In Hospital Herbert Leake, who recently underwent an operation, is making satisfactory recovery in the University Hospital. Missionary Meeting The .Flirtt Hill Methodist Society will meet at the home of Mrs. R. H. Dulaney, Thursday, December 17 at' 7:30, Carol Sing Make you!1 plans to come to the Methodist church, Washington on Tuesday evening, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. There will be a sermonette by the Rev, Thach. After the services the group will go caroling. Stationed In South Carolina Frank D. Coffey Jr./ who recently joined the U. S. Army, is now at Ft.' Jackson, S. C. Amissville P. T. A. Meets The Parent Teacher Association of the Amissville School met December 10 at 7:30 p.m. for its regular monthly meeting. Rev* Harold Carder, pastor of the Amissvilje Baptist Church discussed the responsiblities of parents and teachers in molding the lives and characters of children. He stated that children, nave the right to be well-bred, wellfed, and well led* ■’Ny •4' •' ‘ “ .* ‘ ' ■* .''Ivs* ’*4' X A -• \* • Youth Fellowship Presents Pagent The public is invited to attend the Christmas Program to be presented Sunday, December 20, at 7:30 at the First Baptist Church of Flint Hill. This program is being presented By the Christian Youth Fellowship of *the Flint Hill churches. The program is as follows: Prelude Opening Prayer - John Blaisdell Join Us In Our Praise - Linda Cook, Tommy Lillard, Charlotte Moore, Stanley Profitt, Roger Welch, Charlie Smith. Hymn: O Come All Ye Faithful— Congregation Scripture: Rev. G. M. Profitt Tokens of Christmas Time: Doris Ann Adkins, Johnny Lillard, Richard Corbin, Ribble Blaisdell. Special Music: Richard Corbin, Alvin Profitt Christmas Stars: Shelby Jean Lillard, Joan Hickerson, Ginger Russell, Jean Lillard Hymn: “Hark, The Herald Angels Sing” — Congregation Trimming the Tree of Life: Polly Nethers, Judy Latham, Dorothy Ann Moore, Judy Lillard, Frances Wood, Darlene Blaisdell, Bobby Moore, Louis Moore Jr., J. G. Russell jtiymn: u L.ntie town oi cetmehem” Pageant "The Christmas Story” Narrator — Paula Miller Innkeeper — Dudley Moore Wife — Betty Lou Atkins Son — Marvin Russell Bradford Joseph — Galley Smith Mary — Jean Presgraves Angel — Dolly Lillard Four Shepherds; Buddy Moore*; Johnny Browning, Alvin Profitt, -Rick Cook. — Wise Men: Edgar K. Browning, Glen Williams, Jerry Atkins. Soloist — David Corbin Class Open For Flower Show Judges Course number £lVE of the required study by the,National Council of Garden Clubs for those seeking to be accredited flower show judges, will be taught in the winter session t the Hotel John Marshall, February 15, 17, 1954, in Richmond. Accredited judges may take this course as a refresher. There will be two full days of lectures and study, with examinations on the third day. Subjects will be "Landscape Design," “Horticulture,” "Flower Arrangements.” In Horticulture, standards for judging peonies, chrysanthemums and roses; methods of gathering, preserving and transporting plant materials for exhibition, will be studied. In Flower Arrangement, period arrangements in pairs, for tables, and corsages, will be studied; there will’ also be a lecture on "Color.” • Registration fee and reservations are now being received by the State Chairman, Mrs. Thomas A, Ratcliffe of Richmond. Seats in the study hall will Be reserved in the order of receipt of the registeration fee.Instructors for the school are Mr. A. S. Beecher, Association Prof, of Horticulture at VPI teaching the Landscape lessons; Dr. C. H. Connor, of the Dept, of Hort., Rutgers 'University, teching the Hort. subjects ; and Mrs. Roy Lincoln of Amherst, N. J., teaching the Arrangement series. V. F. W. Meets Monday The V. F. W. will meet in the V. F,. W. hall in Sperryville, De- ' cember 21 at 7:30. AU members are urged to be present Receives Discharge \ Cpl. Ervin H. Whorton has recently been discharged from the U.S, Army, after serving 21 months in the service. Re is expecting to take his old job in Washington, D. C. * Trial Justice Cases In the ease of the Commonwealth versus William Rosyjenkins charged with reckless driving, no operator’s licehse, no registration card, failure to stop when ordered by police officer and no inspection sticker, Jenkins was fined $80 and costs and his permit was revoked for 6 months. Heywood Sercy was- found guilty of reckless driving and fined $15 and costs. Earl Wilson Dodson, convicted of itrfcroper parking, was fined $5 and costs. _ _ _ A fine of $100 was imposed upon George Henry Jenkins, convicted of driving drunk. His license was automatically revoked for a period of 12 months. V. F. W. Post To Sponsor Community Christmas Tree The Rappahannock County Post 1150, V. F. W. will hold its annual Christmas Tree, December 23 at 7:30* p.m. on the V. F. W. ground in Sperryville. Santa Claus is scheduled to appear with his greetings to the kids. CHURCH SERVICES There will be Christmas Worship Services at the Reynolds Memorial Baptist church, Sunday, December 20 at 4:15. A Children’s Christmas Service will be held Tuesday, December 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Sperryville. The Annual Pre-Christmas Day of Prayer will be observed at Reynolds Memorial Baptist- church, Fridays December 18 from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. At 7^30, there will be a congregational Prayer Service. 'Eleven o’clock services will be conducted at the Emmanuel Episcopal— church this Sunday, December 20. — There will be a Christmas Program presented in the First Baptist church of Flint Hill, Sunday, December 20 at 7 p.m. The public is invited. At the Washington Baptist church, December “20 at the 11 a.m. service, Rev. G. M. Profitt will speak upon the subject of, “A Savior Is Bom.” The Carol Sing will begin in the Washington Baptist church, Monday, December 21 at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited. Last rehearsal for Monday night* program at the Washington Baptist church will be Friday at 7 p.m. There will be a rehearsal for the program at the First Baptist church at Flint Hill, Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Make an effort to attend. SCHOOL CHILDREN PRESENT PLAY “T’was the Night Before Christ- . mas” will be pantomined by the Sperryville Elementary Grades, Monday, December 21. " Selective Service Board To Be Closed During Holiday Local Board 102 office, Washington, Va. will be closed December 28, 29, 30. Open 8:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4th. This office is open Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of each week 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wade H. Massie III Returns From Hospital Wade H. Massie, III, who has been a patient in t^p Georgetown University Hospital, returned to his,' home, Hampden Hall, Saturday, November 12. Mr. Massie i» improving satisfactorily. His mother, Mrs. W*f H- Massie Jr* is a guest of her son ; and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs.? Wade H. Massie III, for several days. .J\:..vV. _ Old Church Torn Down In Woodville The old Methodist Church in Woodville that survived the 1929 tornado with only the loss of its foundation, has been torn down. Townsmen, for years, have viewed the church with awe. For when the winds swept through Woodville on the second of May in 1929, buil'dings on every side were demolished, while the church was merely moved from its foundation and set down about 6 feet in the rear. This sturdy church had its beginning on the third of June in 1882, when land was conveyed by L. T. Rector and Adelia Rector to Silas B. Johnson, Lyle Millan, L. T. Rector, Reuben A. Kibler, Samuel T. Alexander, trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, for the purpose of erecting upon it a church building. Then this church was sold by its trustees February 26, 1930 to Lucy S. Mason, Margaret D. Mason and Annie Belle Yancey. On May 1, 1947, it was sold by Lucy S. Mason (et al) to Robert L. Brown. Over the years depreciation and decay had set in. In its latest days the building was hardly a shell of its former self, and was useful only as a pigeon roost. Panther Girls Tie; Boys Lose To Stanley The first basketball game of the, season for the "Panthers'* was ~■ started off with Jean Brown making the first goal. The game was played with Stanley. It was a very exciting game. The score tied 38 to 38. Jean Brown made 25 points, Faye Black,4, Margraet Devers. 4, and Virgie Atkina, 2. The guards, Bessie Dodson, Joyce Clark,. Betty Johnson and Estelle Jenkins, also played good ball. The boys lost 36 to 46. Harold Brown was high scorer with 13 points, Jimmy Wayland, 6, Jackie Sisk, 6, Bunny Pullen, 6, Strother Brown, 4 and Tony Lucas, 1. The cheerleaders, Margy Dodson, Jean Cater, Peggy Clater, Frances Walker, and Elizabeth Verner were full of pep urging the team to win. The girls beat. Aldie 43 to 22 on Tuesdays December 15. Jean Brown made 30 points, Faye* Black, 4, Betty Bruce, 2, Margaret Devers, 5, and Libby Hawkins, 2. The boys lost by one point with Aldie. . Sonny Brown made 11 points, Bobby Atkins, 7, Jackie Sisk, 7, Strother Brown, 4, Bunny Pullen, 2, and Tony Lucas, 3. There are six home games scheduled: Jan. 8—Lovettsville — 1:30 p.m. ( Jan. 19—Stanley — 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26—Marshall —- 7:30 p.m. - Jan. 29—Aldie — 7:30 p.m. Feb. 2—Madison — 7:30 p.m. „ Feb. 15—Warrenton — 7:30 p.m. ,1 —Bonnie Gentry, Sports Editor Rappahannock High School — '■ill'* I— —— I »4w——■ ft —■ I1.IM Attends Meeting J. Rodes Brown attended a meet-' ing of the Va._Beef Catle Producers Association in Charlottesville, Tuesday. Rappahannock Short $170 )' In TB Seal Sale Drive Rappahannock’s TB drive h.as reached a grand total of $329:50, only $170.50 from the $500 quota set for this county. Hampton still leads with a contribution of $90; while the other districts are: Wakefield, $68.50; Jackson, $45; Piedmont, $58; Stonewall, $35; and Hawthorne, $33. Mrs. Lily Barber Injured In Accident v t Mrs. Lily Barber of Woodville Was slightly injured when her car and S lime truck collided in the town of Woodville last week. Mrs. Barber’s injuries were painful but not serious. She returned this week to Williamsberg with her daughter, Mrs. Martha Armstrong., >■

RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS PUBLISHED THURSDAY MORNING At Washington, Rappahannock County Virginia ~ DIAL WASHINGTON 2851 BRUCE S. BOWIE....Publisher Entered as second-class mail matter at the post office at Washington, Virginia SUBSCRIPTION: (in advance) .. $2.00 a year THE BOY AND THE ATOM In this bewildering mid-century one seldom has time to consider even for a few seconds how ultra modern we can get. The plane which takes us to California in the morning at a breathtaking pace, becomes a veritable slow freight by evening. The magic of electronics is such that we have barely paid for a magic television set with black and white pictures before scientists casually are discussing the next step, color. - And hovering over us ail is an invisible stranger called the atom. One familiar thing in our lives, that keeps coming along each year* in a mosit welcome profusion, however, i§ the American boy. Him we can see all around us. Yet there is between him and the atom, a most remarkable kinship. Both have a great potential for curing the many ills of mankind— under proper guidance and development. .... ___.... Both have the potential for awesome destruction to our why of life— when misdirected and left in improper hands. Fortunately our scientists can be trusted to tend to the atom and its relative position in our world. But the boy is OUR job. Tomorrow’s trustworthy^ scientists, statesmen, clergymen and rulers are embodied in each and every boy in this land. , The Boy Scouts of America * represent the finest crucible in which to bring forth the good, clean manhood we need, if this world, its atoms and its people are to long endure. . Organized in the finest traditions of enlightened patriotism; grounded through the years in a proven practice of-love of fellow man; historically standing as the first successful program of international friendship in its Jamborees . . . . Scouting may well be he most important “positive” idea in compelling the terrifying atom to behave. Your boy belongs in Scouting. But most important—you belong in Scouting by the simple act of being the father of a boy* . Support the Boy Scout organizations in Rapp&hannock County by paying your dues which amount to interest, co-operation, advice and a share of your knowledge gained through the years. < We rank armless chairs close to the top of things to avoid. Pitts Park THEATRE Front Royal* Virginia SEBB5BESS£E3nS3SESS53E THURS., FRI., SAT. DEC. 17 - 18 - 19 3 — Days — 3 GUY MADISON - FRANK LOVE JOY ; ' — ill — “THE CHARGE AT FEATHER RIVER” Filmed in 3 DIMENSION SUN., MON., TUES., DEC., 20 - 21 - 22 ' GARY COOPER BARBARA. STANWYCK “BLOWING”WILD” WED., THURS., DEC. 23 - 24 DANNY THOMAS PEGGY LEE ' —in— ,» “THE JAZZ SINGER” . s* (Color by Technicolor) WHY DON’T THEY? by Rev. H. G. Thach In your talking with your neighbors About the troubles in our day Are you often asking the question “Why don1! they —? Are you sitting in your rocker Trying to really understand Why they do not work together To carry out your plan? In your talking and in your living And even as you pray, Are you thinking more of giving Than the words you’d like to say? Do you ever stop «to think That the world is needing men Who will not let a selfish plan Rule them, from within? Do you really think the world Would be a better place to live If all would take your plan of life And give, too, what you give? HAIRCUTS FOR 30 YEARS One trouble with most discussion cf taxation is that they involve statistics which are incomprehensible to any but the specialist. Now praiseworthy efforts are being made to dramatize the tax problem in a manner that will bring it home to all of us. An Iowa barber shop, for instance, featured a sign saying that the average customer could get his hair cut twice a month for 30 years for the money he paid in direct and hidden taxes in 1952. A Texas department store had a window display of two male mannequins showing all the clothes, luggage and Other supplies one year’s taxes would buy. A utility company did a similar thing, showing the number of appliances, including washer, stove, etc., the average-income family could have bought with its tax money. — This is one highly effective way of showing up the tax problem for what it is—a problem that is a direct, personal and extremely important matter to everyone. How Tolerant Can We Get? The more we read about the causes pf traffic acidents the more we wonder why there aren’t even more of them. One of the most astounding bits of information we have ever read was a recent announcement by the Association of Casualty and Surety Companies that in less than a dozen P I T T S’ ' FAIRFAX' CULPEPER, VIRGINIA Saturday Matinee 2:00*3:48 • Every Nite 7:00 A 9:00 Children 16c Adult* 35c THURS., DEC. 17 RICHARD CONTE —in—. “THE FIGHTER” Travelt&lk - Novelty FRL, * SAT., DEC. 18 * 19 JOHN LUND AUDREY TOTTER — in — “Woman They Almost Lynched” Dispey Cartoon Return of Capt. America, 10 MON., TUES., DEC. 21-22 LINDA DARNELL “ISLAND~OF~DESIRE” Color by Technicolor Plus: Overland Mall, #9 WED., THURS., DEC. 23 - 24 LEW AYRES MARILYN MAXWELL ; ' —fa— “NEW MEXICO? Plus: Cartoon “LITTLE RASCALS” Comedy V ' ' ..s' . : -5. ' ’ ; * ' ■: h. ' ■ ; ' , ‘ - v . ; states, in 1952 alone, 7,050 driven who had been involved in accidents or serious traffic law violations were found to be of unsound mind, had mental or physical deficiencies or were habitual drunkards. But wait, that is only part of the story. One state had the good judgement to put 2,521 of these drivers off of the road as, dangerous to public safety. But two other states took away the licenses of only 8 and 11, while theremainderdid-little better.— It is terrifying enough to think that mental incompetents and habitual drunkards can get a license to operate a high-speed motor vehicle in the first place. It becomes unbelieveable to learn that a great many of them are given a second chance to kill and, maim. Yet, the horrible fact remains that they are driving cars by the thousands. Then consider our attitude toward ' the drunken driver who kills. If you got drunk and shot some person you certainly would draw a heavy prison sentence. But if you get drunk and kill some innocent person with an —automobile, it is called “accidential_ manslaughter” and much more often than no*t you get off with a fine and loss of your driving license—probably temporarily. It seems to us that how a drink kills is of little importance to the killed and the rest of us who may be next. A person of unsound mind or a • mental incompetent should never be issued a drivers’ license. Physical deficiences should be decided wholly on the side of public safety. And there should be a stern minimum prison sentence, accompanied by permanent loss of license, for drunken drivers who kill or ma?m. Here are three good ways for those of us who survive to help save our necks in trffic. Even elephants have tuberculosis. The descriptions of diseases of elephants in old Hindu literature show that TB was frequent among the giant pachyderms in India as far back as 2000 B.C. Don't you think it is about time we were wiping out TB? Buy Christmas Seals. - -._.. * * * Excavations in Egypt have unearthed so many mummies in one area all with evidence of tuberculosis that archaeologists believe an ancient Egyptain sanatorium may have existed there. We still have sanatoria and TB today. Help get rid of it by buying Christmas Seals. Pitts’ —THEATRE— Culpeper MatktMt Tnes., Thun., Sat. 3:30 Every Nila 7:15 A 9:18 ADMISSION: Children 16c Adults 35c THURS., DEC. 17 A Picture As Great As Its Stars TALLULAH BANKHEAD ETHEL and LIONEL BARRYMORE “MAIN ^STREET TO ; BROADWAY” Pius Novelty FRI.J SAT., DEC. 16 • 19 GLENN FORD / DIANA LYNN — in — PLUNDER OF THE SUN v Cartoon — Special SUN., MON., DEC. 20 - 21 ESTHER WILLIAMS JACK CARSON —in— “Dangerous When Wet” Cartoon 2 Show* Sunday: 3 and 9 P.M. TUES., - WED., DEC., 22 - 23 FRED ASTAIRE , CYD CHARISSE —in— “THE BAND WAGON” Color by Technicolor THURS., DEC. 24 f & PRANK LOVEJOY K ' JOAN WELDON —in^— * “THE SYSTEM” Cartoon — Sportsreel in your kitchen! (the compact new 30-inch I R 0 P E R I Automatic GAS RANG! Convenient Terms Another flno ROPER you'd wont to contldor • Huge “Therma-Dome” broiler and “Bako-Mastor” oven— 1 24 x 13V& x 17% inches . • “Insta-Set” panel with Mlnsta- - Matlc” dock for completely automatic oven cooking • “Spectro-Matk” burner control with ralnbow-hua handles that tell the exact ! degree of top-burner flame • Only 30 x 25%" floor space • •• but big and roomy Something entirely different in modern cooking. This sensational j new range has many exclusive new a features for carefree cooking. Yet ) the -Space-Master** takes very little valuable kitchen space. See the new ROPER "Space-Master** j today! Ask about our easy terms; j SHENGAS CORPORATION 7 So. Royal Avenue Phone 456 FRONT ROYAL, VIRGINIA mxmmtmmmmxm* . NOTICE To The Democratic Voters Of Rappahannock County District Meetings for Election Of A Rappahannock County Democratic Committee Pursuant to a resolution adopted at the Democratic mass meeting held in the county Court House on Wednesday^ December 9 at 3:00 p.m. the meeting adjourned to meet in the various districts for the purSose of electing district committeemen to the county 'emocratic Committee. The district meetings will be held at the various times and places. x Wakefield — December 21, 1953, 7:30 p.m. Flint Hill School Piedmont — December 23, 1953, 8:15 p.m. Sperryville School 1 Hampton — December 21, 1953, 7:30 p.m. Court House • ; Jackson — December 23, 1953, 7 ;30 p.m. Amissville School : . %■ ■ % 4$^ Stonewall — December 23, 1953, 3:00 p.m. Henry Wood's Brick Store Hawthorne — December 22, 1953, 8:00 p.m. ; Hawthorne Voting House v W. H. Massie, Jr., temporary chairman

Forest Service Warns' t $$$%$ Agaimt Danger of / .'• ,. I Christmas Trees «*,■**■ , ‘ As Christmas approaches each of us immediately think of a beautifully decorated evergreen tree with brightly wrapped presents unde^meath. This tradition in this country as history shows us. The first record of Christmas trees in Virginia goes back only T07 years. The first record of Christmas trees being used is reported in Williamsburg and Richmond, Virginia, in 1846. Trimmed Christmas trees were * first used in the United State's apparently during the American Revolution, when Hessian soldiers softened their homesickness with them. A historical description of Christmas at Fort Dearborn, 111., in 1804 mentions the use of a Christmas tree. ' At first, {he trimmings, if any, consisted mostly of small tufts of cotton and strings of popcorn and cran mbmhwbmbbwmwmbmimwihwmbmMmKw Shiner's Offer of 30% Discount „ On Famous Quality Merchandise SFeaffer’s Pen and Pencils reduced 30% 2t'/c off on Famous Houbi?ant Cosmetics Prq-Christmas Sale on Lucien Le Long Cosmetics ■ i Lucien Le Long Cologne Reg. $4.60 Now $3.16 Lucien Le Long Cologne Reg. $3.75 Now $2.60 FOR HIS CHRISTMAS Naturally ' handsome • • • FLORSHEIM Book Bindery Calf , It’s another Florsheim "first”—flawless calfskin specially tanned without stretching to preserve the natural lode v of leather—finished with a transjf. parency that permits you to actually look into the rich, natural texture! berries. This is a f^r cry from the lavishly decorated trees of today in which electric lights, baubles, tinsel and all manner of factory-made ornaments are used. The custom of lighting Christmas trees is accredited to Martin Luther by many historians. The story is told that he was strolling through the countryside alone one Christmas Eve under a brilliant sky, and his thoughts turned to the nativity of the Christ Child. He was awed by the heavens and the wintering landscape, the blue light on the low hills outside his home and on the evergreens,, the snow flakes sparkling in themoonlight. Returning home, he toTd his family about it and attempted to reproduce the glory of the outdoors. To a small evergreen tree he attached some lighted candles so as to portray the reflection of the stary heaven. , Each year thousands of homes are lost by. carelessness in the handling of Christmas trees. This year as in years past, the Christmas week will start out in a happy, carefree manner and end in hopeless disaster for many families. By observing the following general rules the greater part of the danger from fire can be eliminated. Place the tree t in water by using a bucket filled with rocks and water or by using one of the special Christmas tree holders sold at most stores during the Christmas season. Do not overload the electrical outlet used to plug in the tree lights. A few cents , spent on extension cord to distribute the load to different outlets may save a priceless home. Never place the tree near radiators, stoves or hot-air outlets. Never leave the tree lights on when leaving the house, even for only a few minutes, a bucket or two of water, strategically placed and camouflaged with Christmas paper, may mean the difference between a scorched wall apd a lost home. The Rappahannock County Chapter of Future Farmers held their regular monthly meeting on Decembcr 7. The boys have finished selling Christmas Cards and have realized a fair profit. The delegates from our chapter and advisor attended a Federation meeting at Luray, Tuesday, December 8. Don Liscomb received his ribbons which he won in the crop judging contest in October at Winchester, ■-v We ar< sorry to • say that the minstrel we had planned to give on December 18 has been postponed ‘till after Christmas. We have been working gn a program of work for the chapter and have nominated committees to make up the work. Don’t -Look -Run Down At The Heel for the Holiday . ' SEE Pomeroy's Shoe Repair Shop 104 A Main St. Front Royal, Vi Don't Fool With A CHEST COLD | This PROVEN Way Ralievas DistressBreaks Up Local Congestion I Bub on highly medicated, concentrated Musterole. It promptly relieves coughs and breaks up local congestion. Musterole creates protective ■§.. warmth on chest, throat and back. ‘r assuring amaalng long-lasting relief! i MUSTEROLE Men s Store ’ ■ • V — Gompletely-New-— *■ Gifts For A Particular Man ... ' » ? r•AIRMAN — Sport and Dress Shirts •SUPERBA — Ties and Mufflers •Champ Hats •Shields Jewelry •Paris Belts •Hercules Slacks . •GIFT CERTIFICATE SMITH’S BETTER MEN’S WEAR * # 220 East Main Street —Across from Ramsey Hardware Phone 1005 FRONT ROYAL THE PERFECT LAST MINUTE GIFT! " A box of those wonderfully delicious Virginia apples, packed and mailed for you. Only $3.00 including postage to any place east of the Mississippi! Just, call Sperryville 2221. 24 Extra Fancy i Rappahannock Coop. Fruit Growers, Inc. Sperryville, Va. for a very#' MERRY CHRISTMAS., Nothing could be finer than a Keepsake for Christinas. Choose now from our collection of beautiful Keepsakes— they’re guaranteed per* *"* . (AST BUDGET TERMS Also $100 to 2475 Wedding Ring $12.50 RUFUS W. WALL, JEWELER Phone 974 - i s vV Main Street FRONT ROYAL, VIRGINIA

r*- . TheAmisivilleV.F.D. i Sponsors Old Fashioned Turkey Shoot ■>' ■ * Saturday, December 19,1:30 p.nu til Dark >. TWO RANGES — Shot Guns, 12 to 20 Gauge 22 Cal. Rifle, open (iron) sights, off-hand * _—SHELLS FURNISHED ~ S1.00 PER SHOT Get Your Christmas Turkey . Big, Bronze and Perky. IM: .'Vi' 1 IT’S NEW I IT’S DIFFERENTI IT’S SENSATIONAL! Craftint BIG 3 SET fmryWb pointing with CrofHat's Mg 3 Polnt-By-Number BET. It is the ONLY improved set that h COMPUTE IN EVERY DCTAIll There's plenty of point In largo screw-cap jars! No messy pRb or cepoetee. Yoo got 3 LARGE 13"*1d" moented paneb ready to frame in each set. Abo • THREE Artbte Broehee • COMPLETE Inetractfeae for crewing • URGE Jar of Brveh Cleaner BEAUTIFUL OK Paintings every time! Twelve different sets to cheese from-34 NfW Original Art Pieces! "« VAtUfl COMPARE THE ARTI The finest Paint-1,-Number Set y«| ptedecedl The edventapes ef ell-the shortcomings of none! Pish ep YOUR UO S SET today at ROOKS M— CHRISTMAS CARDS For All Members of Family .Christmas Ribbon and Wrappings • CULPEPER BOOK STORE -ijjS isaw own uracam urn uses* This famous SINGER* Round Bobbin Sewing Machine is now an even better buy than ever before. See the new features such as: i . _ ^ ^ • Dial Tension _ • Hinged Presser Foot • Back Tack Stitch • Lightweight Carrying Case And now you can make many beautiful decorative stitches without attachments. FREE HOME TRIAL -10950 -" ' -X, % ~:r low Down Payment •. Easy Terms Liberal Trdde-U> Allowance • Trad* Marti ri TbAingb WO. CO. ?„$ • l x £ SINGER SEWING CENTER Lined in pour telephone book enIp under MNCtt MWino HACHIKS CO. 105 East Davis Street Phone 9042 CULPEPER, VIRGINIA * Bridge Parties V. The Sperryville Bridge Gub and additional guests were entertained on Friday night by Mrs. Lucio J, Kilby with five tables arranged for the games. The guests included Mrs. R. E. Thompson, Mrs. Charles H. Estes, Mrs. Thomas Pillar, Mrs. I. R. Kilby, Mrs. P. Lee Thornton, Mrs. John P. Snead Jr., Mrs. Z. H. Sealock, Mrs. R. E. Wood, Mrs. R. * G. Quaintance Jr., Mrs. D. Lyle Miller, Mrs. Brown Miller, Mrs. John S. Davis, Mrs. Fred Schaefer, Mrs. George L. Taylor, Mrs. Lewis Turner, Mrs. D. D. Miller, Mrs. E. M. Jones >nd Mrs. Brooke M. Miller. Prizes were awarded as follows: High score, Mrs. Brown Miller; 2nd high, Mrs. Thornton; Traveling, Mrs. I. R. Kilby; and Low, Mrs. Hall. Delicious refreshments were served by, the hostess after awarding of prizes.' * Service #y working far and wide Through every vale and country side * We can win our 100 in ‘54, I declare Also win a rewarding crown to wear. —The people are all around -— If we will only get out and search » * the town When you can’t see them face to face Nor make a call at their place, Seek them in the vales and through the hills, Inviting them all with ink and quills Be a helper for Christ in His, work . Remembering faultfinders course others to shirk. —G. M. Profitt The Jewel Box is TO BRING YOU THE NEW 19-JEWEL ELCINS TRENTON. Natural 1 OK sold filial Com. Grain *<t strap. i RITA. Rabad taordrop dtaL Mack nylon cord. 19 iawais. AMHMST. lOKnoIwol oold «Ud cat*. Expansion band. IAURIL. 1SK opI ngm^gU bfocoict* MtN^cLW.Tp« |«P» Our Store Will Be Open Nights December 18 Until Christmas THEJEWELBQXs CULPEPER If ' *< : safe aasss S59SS99S95 = "A i Zatu V'l ♦:/-> * ; ■ ■' ^ Only Seven More Shopping Days ■r V'.v J-- A V; t -I’ I Aif'i But Still Plenty To Select From In Out \ ■ 4 .■ vr_c., * ; > % • . . ■ ■■ •• • • 'V' - • .• ■. . ■" < . ' .. A-. t . S ,'<, •// * •« .■ ■ " v, < <’ /■* '■ x Lingerie and Linen Dept. ./A ;•>' ; A A •••• • iA, ■ ALL GIFTS BOXED & WRAPPED IF DESIRED “The Home of Better Fabrics” A * 142 N. Main Street CULPEPER i George €. Ramsey HARDWARE Front Royal, Va. — — Phone 47 SINCE 1171 FINE CHINA AND GLASSWARE • / Christmas is the time of year That calls for gifts of lasting cheer! That’s why folks are buying more Electric gifts than ever before. So HU your list with ’Leetrie joys— ’Leetrie helps and ’Leetrie toys— Give the things that keep on giving Electric gifts ... for Electric Living. A i NORTHERN VIRGINIA POWER COMPANY

Amissrille News Notes . Mrs. Annie Latham returned home last Saturday from the University Hospital in Charlottesville where she^ has been for some, time with a broken hip. •> $tiss Peggy Ann Green, who is attending college in Lynchburg, spent the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Green. Miss Louise Anderson of Culpeper was recent guest of friends in Amissville. “Ma! There’s Some i More Guys Here For ROYAL SOFTWIST BREAD!” Get it thick-sliced for hearty young appetites! Cover its delicious goodness with the kids’ favorite spread and serve with a glass of milk! There’s health-building energy for you. ^ BAKING CO. FRONT ROYAL, VIRGINIA ». t SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF Valuable Real Estate and DweDing House ON THE PREMISES, in the Blue Ridge Mountain Area, near Sperryville, Rappahannock County, Virginia, known as the “Solon Atkins Property” on - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31,1953 .AT ' - ' . . 3 o’clock P.M. The undersigned will offer for sale at public auction the following property owned by Solon Atkins at the time of his death: . REAL ESTATE TRACT NO. 1 ~ All that certain lot, piece; or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Piedmont Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, and being known as “Jacob Woodard home tract” which lies between the present Lee Highway and the old Warrentpn, Sperryville, and New Market Turnpike, and bounded by said Lee Highway, said old turnpike, and the lands now or formerly owned by J. Will Atkins. Said tract contains one half acre, more or less. TRACT NO. 2 All that certain tract or parcel of land acquired by Solon Atkins, containing by estimation 2.75 acres, more or less, and? having a dwelling house*thereon and several outbuildings, acquired by deed from Lewis Morton, being the old “Barbara Cheek Place”. The land lies about 2 miles West of Sperryville, Virginia, and being on the North side of U. S. Route 211. The sale will be in gross and not by the acre and is subject to any visible easements or rights of way qr those of reeord. 1 The real estate or any part thereof may be infore the date of the sale. -w, ^ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION COMMUNICATE WITH: James W. Fletcher, Special Commi3-. sioner, Sperryville, Virginia, Telephone 2511. TERMS OF SALE: CASH James W. Fletcher, Special Commissioner Sperryville, Virginia J. B. Johnson, Auctioneer I, Ruth Stevens, Deputy Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, hereby certify that the bond required by decree of November 27, 1953, entered in the pending Chancery Cause of Kinsey Jefferson Atkins v. Ebb Menefee Atkins, Leomon Broy Atkins and Dioey Helen Atkins, has been given by James W. Fletcher, Special Commissioner. Given under my hand this 8th day of December, 1953. • RUTH STEVENS Deputy Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia 10-17-24 Mrs, - Jennie Smith, Mrs. Bertha Riley, Mrs. John Poe and Miss Erva Poe attended the movies in Warren*ton last Thursday night. J. Parker Settle spent Sunday after noon with his sister-in-law, Mrs. Edith Settle in Orlean. Rev. and Mrs. Thompson were dinner guests Saturday of Mrs. Richie Colvin. Mrs. Huck Dennis "and daughter spent last Wednesday in Culpeper. _Thanksgiving week-end guests of Mrs. Lillie Wharton were Mr., and Mrs. Charles Wharton and daughters,. Frances, Lorain? and Brenda, Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Wharton *»and daughters, Linda and Jackie, Mr. and Mrs./ pan Dodson and family, Danny and Judy, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Cleveland Wharton and son, Gary C. and Johnny Wharton, all of Centerville, Richard Kinsey and sons', Reuben Smoot Fells 200 lb. Deer Reuben Smoot of Washington proudly claims the honor of felling a 200 pound, 4 point deer on Dickie Ridge (in Jack DeBejrgh’s orchard)^* the last day of the open season. This deer was not included in last week’s count as it was registered in Warren County and not in Rappahannock. It outweighs the largest kill recorded by the checking stations in Rappahannock, by thirty pounds. ———. Ricky and Billy of Front Royal) Rev. Frank Kinsey of Amissville, Mr. and Mrs. Orie Corbin and daughter, Bessie of Culpeper, Mrs. Tom Utz, Ann, Ettfc and Buck of Estes, James H. Brown, Jimmie, Jeannie and Jerry of Huntly and Sonny and Donald Utz of Estes. ’ - WELL DRILLING L. & S. LUMBER COMPANY Phone 1262 FRONT ROYAL, VA. COME TO THE ROUND DANCE SPERRYVILLE SCHOOL AUDITORIUM Friday, December 18 , Dancing? 9:30 to 1:30 MUSIC BY: THE ROYAL VIRGINIANS Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary of Sperryyille Vol. Fire Dep’t Admission: $1.25 CHEVROLET . \ CADILLAC w FRONT ROYAL, VIRGINIA * / .;:p. D««l«r Ucmm 802 0 : , 33 Bumsssm***!=****==!=*= =s==saaumsssxsssssxssammmK==m-1-1

Woodvflle News Notes' ; H. G. Wayland and Reginald Wayland were guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Johnson on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lillard Quaintdnce and family of Alexandria were guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Wood on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Johnson, Rev* and Mrs. George Bowman were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wade Tharp in Culpeper on Wednesday. -~ Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Johnson and Miss Mattie Rector were guests qf Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Johnson and Mrs. Florence Johnson, Tuesday night for supper.' ‘Frdedie Armstrong of Williamsburg was the guest of his grandmother, Mrs. Lily Barber for the week end. Mrs. Lillie Butler is visiting her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Winston Seibert at Takoma Park, Maryland. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Butler are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Butler this week. Mrs. George Johnston spent the ^eek end in Alexandria with friends. Mrs. Cary Thornhill spent the week end in Alexandria with Mr. and Mrs. Schosser. Mrs. R. E. Palmer of Washington, D. C. was the guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Johnson, Saturday. Misses Lillie and Nellie Johnson and Miss Bessie Carder, Mrs. Florence Johnson were guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Johnson, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie Johnson and son, Thomas Berkley of Charlottesville were guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Johnson. Miss Nellie Johnson, Mrs. J. H. Filling, Miss Arizona Elkins, Miss Bessie Carder, Miss Mattie Rector were in Culpeper, Thursday. Markwood Butler of Camp Gor• don, Ga. is visiting his parents. Mrs. Thomas Thornhill was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Cary G. Thornhill on Sunday. \ Mrs. Cary Thornhill was the guest of relatives in Washington, D. C. last week. # ' Sunday callers of Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Kibler were Collier Fox and J. E. Orange. ■Miss Wilma Jean Dark was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Lacy Orange on Sunday. _* Mrs. Virginia Jenkins and Miss Mary Anna Jenkins visited Mrs. B. Orange on Sunday. AND T8t to »*.«-•** TO’fV?mode* n **!^ l and a Tv Cooking's a Joy when you um Ptbofax Gas. Yqa gel_ instant, even heat... from low simmer to full boil... plus accurately controlled oven heal. Come in and get all the facts about this faster, cleaner, more dependable, more economical fuel! Dominion Gat & Supply Company 131 W. Davis Street CULPEPER, VA. Mrs. Collier Fox was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Kibler for die week end. The Rev. awl Mrs. Thach were 'n New York several days the past week. .. Mr. and Mrs. uumore Orange and son, Tommy, Mrs. Willie Lutz and grandson, David Conner and Mrs. J. W. Conner’ of Maryland were guests for the week end of. J. E. Orange. Bridge Party Mrs. W. F. Moffett entertained „the* Washington Bridge club and additional guests on Thursday evening. Among the players were Mrs. R. U. Massie, Mr. and J. JZ. Keyser, Mrs. Elizabeth DeBergh, Mrs. J. W. Price, Mrs. C. T. Bruce, Mrs. B. M. Miller and Mrs. D. D.‘Miller. Delicious refreshments were served after the game and prizes were awarded to Mrs B. M. Miller for high score; Mrs. DeBergh, traveling; Mrs. Bruce, bingo; while Mrs. Massie received the consolation prize. Flint Hill News Notes Mr. and Mrs. Bob Johnson visited in the Miller home Sunday evening. Miss Paula Miller was an overnight guest of Mr, and Mrs. C. G. You can walk in style ahd Comfort in KNAPP /teboVud SHOES FOX Men AMD WOMEN with velvety-soft, air-cushioned innersoles and buoyant support to the arches... For substantial savings and* Expert Factory Fitting Service, consult f YOUR LOCAL SHOE COUNSELLOR'} Writ* * Elmer E. Foster _ Box 146 Flint Hill, Va. Ktid on Monday. Christmas Seals produced by the National Tuberculous* Association are collected by many philatelists. No issue has ever been reprinted, and each year the plates are destroyed. Early Seals are important collectors* hems. Have you gotten yours? Now is the time to 'fcwy your Christmas Seals. «r rrrrT77Tr7r7Tr77777mT7777777777y77rr777T?rrrrTrr777T777,+ m. 7WZ FLOWERS FOR CHRISTMAS 1 POTTED PLANTS WREATHS _ "I also a beautiful selection of Centerpieces to Choose From 1 Order Your Cut Flowers and Corsages Early FLOWERS WIRED WORLDWIDE - DONAHOE’S FLOWER SHOP SIDNEY M. MULLINS, Prop. PHONE 41® PARK THEATRE BLDG. NIGHT PHONE 913 FRONT ROYAL, VA. I V What could be prettier or more practical! I A A gift to be remembered .. ^ beautiful nylon tricot bed jacket delicately detailed with lace ond shirred nylon trim. Pink,_ blue. Sizes small, med., lorge. tpoJ*ro B Ideal for those chilly nights |OvRfi* VnOOSC Small, *'Aedium, Large, Extra Lorge, Extra, Extra Large. dainty print rayon tricot ^ pink or blue in sizes $3.95 and $4J95 C Perfect for gift giving . , . toll* ored 30 denier nylon briefs, individuolly wrapped. Choose pink, white D Solve your gift problems with these nylon briefs! Beautifully trimmed with loce, pleats M AO ond val Sizes 5 to 8. ^ I *70 E Pearls of little price! Comfortable rayon tricot briefs beautifully trimmed with loce, pleots ond val ond blue, sizes 5 to 8. $1.00 White, pink ond blue, 'tees 5 to 8. / f Surely o Chrlstmo* dream .... white ey-rea crepe tlipe with lined oil-over loce bodice, to pretty under sheer blouses. Sizes an 32 to 40. White $3,95 2 0 <*«* • "’dries In o floshj 40-denier nylon tricot slip, crisp permanent pleating and vat 32 to 40*White $3,95 H A slip with the precious look of c hand-model 40-denier nylon tricot In white, block and pink odomed with and o delicote touch of em« broidery. Sizes ^ 32 to 40. $5,95 I Famous lor the way they fit . . Btir-Mn crepe slip in white enhanced with exciting lace trimmed an flounc. Slzu 32 to 44. $2.05 V Thu store will be open until 8:00 p.m. Dec. 18f Sat. Dec. 19, Mon. Dec. 21, Tues. Dec. 22, Wed. Dec. 23. i Thursday, Deccpnber 24 until 6:30 p.m. , V •; if ■ SA f. ■ /*‘i' '■$ T-v ? V K' ■ - ■ i * ■' •, . f-'t r A fr’’ * * • ’ >Xr . »,' . . -* - VS* * *? £•' . •% 1 ? " - ■;*/ :s

Flint Hill News Notes: Mr. and Mrs. James M. Settle had for their dinner guests Sunday, Mr. Moll and two sons, Bill and "Brother” of Alexandria. Mr. Moll . a student at the Episcopal Seminary conducted tl\e eleven... o'clock service* at Trinity Church. • , Sunday afternoon guests of Mr, $. and Mrs. Paul Miller were Mrs. Downing Wood and the Misses Mary Miller, Frances Downing, Nancy, Alice and Neville Wood.Mr. and Mrs. Walter Krause and son . were Sunday guests of-Mrs. ► John A. Moore. Thursday, December 31 > AT WASHINGTON, VA. SCHOOL AUDITORIUM Dancing from 9 til 1 Benefit of • Ladies Auxiliary To Fire Company MUSIC BY VANCE BUTLER and His Playboys FRANK HUFF, Figure Caller $1.50 Stag or Drag CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR TWO ROY SI! . It’s what used td*be the attic . . ... now it's a modern bedroom-play area complete with built-in bunks. The cost? About $10.00 a month to transform the average attic. We’ll help you plan it from the insulation right down to the asphalt tile for the floor. See us about it this week _SPECIALISTS IN FINE MILLWORK _WE HAVE INSTALLED A NEW PLANER And are now in a position to do custom dressing. CULPEPER BUILDING & SUPPLY CORPORATION PHONE 8383 CULPEPER, VA. “Buy and Build With Confidence” KENTUCKY STRAIGHT . | ■; 1 1 , • > •ttlBIII IlSmillllt (HURT ttmmu, ifiiiciv t BOURBON i; 2' , p‘-: j&K% ..V yf >4 V V- >. >x t" * j, J . 4 y • •> ■ «i . j WORE Mrs. Warren Eastham of Shady Side, Maryland spent Friday with Mrs. George Settle at Locust Grove. * Mrs. Thelma Russell and J. G. and Ginger Russell were week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. P. D. Dennis. Mrs. P. D. Dennis was a guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Johnson at Big . Meadows for several days last week. .'Mrs. P. 'M. Bradford, who has ..been .spending- several months- with Mrs. P. D. Dennis returned to DN C. last Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Williams of Hilton Village, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clarke and daughters of Bon Air spent the week end .with Mrs. J. B. Williams and daughter Miss Minnie Williartis. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Williams were also dinner guests Sunday of the Williams. Mrs. J. P. Cook was a Front Royal visitor Monday. Miss Louise Brady of Front Royal is a guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Moffett Brady. Mr. and Mrs. Pat Carrigan and son, Dan of Arlington and Mr. and - Mrs. Haywood Griffith and children of Fropt Royal were Saturday guests in the home of Mrs. John R. Moore. Mrs. Claude Cook is on the sick list. Mrs. R. L. Massie spent the week end with Mrs. G. W. Smith. Charles Wood and daughters, Amenti and Ruth and Miss Frances Wood were" dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bennett were guests of Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Brady _ on Sunday. Ricky Cook was on the sick list last week. " Mrs. turned G^orgre P. Browning has reto her home in Flint Hill from a visit wi«h Mrs. Frank Goode in Front Royal. ... you can sleep at my house, Tommy! (Baaed on Company File No. C-53-42) Yes, Tommy and his folks had nice neighbors. But even their kindness couldn’t soften this heartbreaking blow: Tommy’s folks were underinsured by over $5,000 on their furnishings alonel Take warning from this Hartford ad now appearing in popular magazines. Make sure your insurance is in line with today’s high values. Ask us for a protection check-up NOW. RAPPAHANNOCK INSURANCE AGENCY T. C. Lea Phone 2141 WASHINGTON, VA. |TOOL CHEST I Home Owned and Operated By GENE SCEARCE Davi* Streei — CULPEPER \ Our Store Will Be Open At Night FROM DECEMBER 18 UNTIL CHRISTMAS

Mrs. John A. Keyser, Mrs. Reynolds, Mrs. J. W. Price, Miss Mary Miller Wood spent Saturday iti Front Royal shopping. CONVERSION UNIT Burning Anthracite Rice STOUTAMYER and KERFGOT INC. Luray Avenue Phone 966 Front Royal For the Finest Automatic Heat IT'S Oil-Fired CuditMuire • OH-Fim l«s • CmwbIm Oil lanert • its Flrtd CwdMd-Ire • AatMutSc Wat* N«atan • Astsoatic Cut Staton ROYAL Sheet Metal Works 23 Water St. — Ph, 574 FRONT ROYAL, VA. i I I ON THE NEW YORK SKYLINE... The Hotel HOLLAND on 42^ St. I Jusf West of Times Square $0 50 V SINGLE 400 airy rooms with private Satks and Showers. Coffee SHop and Bor. Attractive ' Saol Garden. Free radio. Television- Swimming Pool. 21-Story Fireproof Building 351 West 42*d SL, New York 18, N. Y. Circle I FROM Washington News Notes Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sell and daughter, Ann and Wood H. Sisk of Baltimore were week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Carson Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Kalbach of Arlington were Saturday guests of Mrs. A. M. Verner and daughter, Miss Elizabeth Verner. Mrs. V. R. Updike and Mrs. A. M. —^Verner—shopped - in—Front-- Royal, Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Miller were dinner guests Sunday of-Mr. and Mrs. Clarence W. Gough. Miss Caroletta Gough, who recently underwent a tonsilectomy, has returned to school. Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Baumgardner, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Perryman and Leroy Baumgardner of Culpeper were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Petty and Mrs. Kate Petty. Miss Mary Miller Wood and Mrs. J. W. Price motored to Charlottesville, Monday afternoon. Sunday afternoon, Downing Wood and Mrs. Charles Wood Keyser vi-dted Charles Wood Keyset, a patient in the Charlottesville hospital. Mrs. John A. Keyser, Mrs. J. N. Reynolds and Miss Mary Miller Wood spent the day Saturday in Front Royai shopping. Mrs. Luther Payne spent Thursday in Front Royal shopping. Wednesday guests for dinner of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Reynolds W'ere Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nichols. Mrs. Matilda Walker, Mrs. J. M. Lillard, Miss Elsie Mae Jenkins, Mrs. H. I. Racer, Miss Susan Curtis and Mrs. Tommy Biedler were Saturday shoppers in Front Royal. _•_ Miss Shirley Weaver spent the week end at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stant Weaver. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Updike and Mrs. C. R. Racer shopped in Culpeper, Saturday. W. E. Compton is reported to be in improving health. ' Week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Scroggins were Mr. and Mrs. Jack W'oodward and Miss Corrie Scroggins of Washington, D. C. and Pvt. Edwin Scroggins of Fort Bragg. Mrs. Tommy Biedler and Miss Susan Curtis of Washington, D. C were week-end guests of Mrs-. H. J. Racer. Senator Curry Carter of Fishersville was a luncheon guest on Satur— day of his sister, Mrs. W\ F. Moffett and Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Moffett, Jr. Mrs. W'\ F. Moffett Jr., Mrs. R. V. Snead, Mrs. T..G. Lea, Mrs.~ —George-UL_Davis Tr.. and Mrs. U. I. Turner motored to Washington, D. C. on Tuesday. Mrs. Moffett spent the day with her mother, Mrs. Buxton of Pohick Rectory. Mrs. Buxton, who returned home from the hospital last week, is recuperating at the Rectory. Mesdames Lea, Davis, Snead and Turner attended the “Green Show” in Washington, D. C. Mrs. L. J. Turner, Mrs. E. M. Jones, Mrs. B. M. Miller and D. D. Miller were guests of Mrs. Lucio Kilby for bridge Friday evening. Mrs. B. R. Cox, Mrs. George H. Davis Jr., Misses Mary Norman and Dorothy Taylor Davis, Carolyn Gates Turner and George H. Davis III attended a showing of “The Robe” in Fredericksburg on Sunday afternoon. * THE DIFFERENT GIFT FOR BOTH OLD AND YOUNG GIVE A BOX OF FRUIT (Cellophane Wrapped) $2.50 and up Special Prices on Candies and Fruits To Church and Civic Organizations Phone 31 M ARCH'S FRONT ROYAL, VA. ..■" — T» ■"..." ■! Newbill Miller arrived from VPI on Thursday evening and D. D. Miller Jr., arrived on Monday at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. p. Miller for their Christmas vacation. Mrs. Lewis J. Turner and Mrs. George H. Davis Jr. accompanied Mr. Davis to Washington, p. C. on Monday for the day. Mrs. Margarette Jarman of Washington, D. C. is visiting her cousin, r Mrs. E. W. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. John R. DeBergh and mother, Mrs. Elizabeth H. DeBergh were dinner guests of Mrs. J. N. Major in Front Royal on Sunday. Mi's: R. L. Massie was an overnight guest Thursday of Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Lea. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Miller of Miller Meade entertained for dinner on Thursday evening. Their guests were Mr. and Mrs. Gene Wood and Judge and Mrs. R. V. Snead. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Miller were in Charlottesville for the day, Monday. Mrs. Miller remained as an overnight guest of her daughter, Miss Louise — Strother Miller. On Monday evening, Miss Miller and her mother attended the showing of the film “John Brown’s Body.” Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Miller and Miss Evelyn Miller were week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Brent in Richmond. Harold Estes motored to Martinsburg, West Virginia on Tuesday ac- ’ rompanied by Mrs. Estes. Mr. Es>‘es went to the Newton D. Baker hospital for a check-up. Miss N-ville Wood was an overnight guest of her grandmother, Mrs. Charles Reid. Huntly News Notes Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Thompson and family of Culpeper spenft the week end with Mr. and Mrs. David Williams. Miss Delores Thompson of Culpeper spent the week end with MissShirley Williams. Mr. and Mrs. Bowser Williams and children, Shirley, Tommy, Miss Delores . Thompson motored to Waterford, Sunday afternoon and were callers in the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Light. _Mrs. Horace ^V'illiams Sr., who is been in bed for several days with virus, is able to be up agairt. Miss Helen Tice was the over night guest of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey .N'orth. , PUBLIC AUCTION SALE ~ i 11 . ■ OF VALUABLE TANGIBLE AND INTANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY 1 To Be Held On SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19,1953 At the Office of the Rediviva Company, Incorporated (formerly Washington Coop. Fruit Growers, Incorporated), at Flat Woods, said Rediviva Office being on the West Side of U. S. Route 211, between Washington and Sperryville, Virginia at 10 o’clock AM. Tangible Personal Property The following tangible personal property will be sold by individual items and then as a whole, and the method of sale aggregating the greater total will be the sale confirmed: 2 Executive’s Desks, no. 1660F 1 Table, No: 16607D 1 Secretary’s Chair 2 File Cabinets, no. 5404LL 1 Calculator (Merchant) 1 Lamp 1 Register and Cash Drawer (Standard) 1 Norge Oil Burner 1 Secretary’s Desk, No. 1660FCR 2 Swivel Chairs 6 Straight Chairs, No. 2324 1 Royal Typewriter 1 Typewriter Table 1 Shaw-Walker Safe 1 Wire Letter Tray 1 Bates Stapler Intangible Personal Property Sale will also be made of a DEMAND NOTE, executed by B. J. and Charles B. Wood, principal amount of $1400.00, dated July 30, 1951, plus interest from that date at the rate of 414 per annum. This note will be sold without recourse to the seller and will be sold to the highest bidder. TERMS OF SALE: CASH. J. B. Johnson, Auctioneer.___; • For further information, write or call Sperryville 3231 or C. J. Miller, Jr., Telephony Washington 2481. Washington Cooperative Fruit Growers, _ • •_Incorporated. —-— Washington, Virginia IK# t REMODEL! CREBUILD!| _ —J From Rooftop To The Basement LUMBER and BUILDING SUPPLIES - SPECIAL MILLWORK **'A >1, . V. - . ' V . -v ,■ *v- , .. , #. ' " , ^ ;; . . ' . , - ■■ ^ . • Prompt Service • Reasonable Rates • Free Delivery /;i fir Front Royal Building Supply 346 Remount Road J«m*» w. coikday, Owmt Phone 934

For The Last Minute Shopper We Still Have A Complete Line of Toys 0 Musical Rockers 0 Games 0 Tables and Chairs 0 Dolls CHARLIE HILL’S VARIETY STORE E. Main Street Front Royal, Va. We Give S & H Green Stamps _ - - Stunning modern chest fin* ished in blond oak. Same . design available in walnut, - Real value at Choose from our big select!' of styles and finishes! This \ is a Christmas thrill your loved one will cherish all her life. Come in now whiK stocks are complete! ONE GARMENT SAVED FROM MQT1 RAYS FOR A LANEI DOWN DELIVERS EASY WEEKLY PAYMENTS AS ADVERTISED IN LIFE Graceful 18th Century . in* in glowing mahogany. : aelfi Han -ruin* tray f V RAWUNGS FURNITURE COMPANY Phone 248-Church and J.ck.on Sts.-FRONT ROYAL FREE PARKING IN REAR OF STORE j RAPP-OHATS I By: W. H. Lyns County Agent MNiiiiHiiiiaimHiiHiHiuimiauiimiiHimHuiiiiimitHig ./ ■ -x A ’preliminary summary of Virginia Feeder Calf Sales show that Culpeper put it on Rappahannock last fall in the quality of calves offered. This is the first time any Virginia sale has ' beat -Rappahannock -in' quality in the history of our sale. Our sale contained 61 % Fancy and Choice grades while that of Culpeper had 64% Fancy and Choice, Rappahannock fell back due to a greater than usual number of young calves which obviously suffered more from the drought *than did the larger calves. The average weight of Rappahannock sale was 4M pounds, thirty odd pounds lighter than usufil while the Culpeper average was 466. I believe Culpeper did not accept calves weighing under 350 while Rappahannock has always held to’ the 300 lb. minimum weight. State aver* ages of (28 sales) were as follows: 443 lbs, $80.63" per head, $18.21 per hundred, 44% choice and fancy. We still- feel Rappahannock’s sale did well in every respect but can’t let Culpeper mar, our quality record again. , Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Poe of Clifton, Mrs. George Doyle of Culpeper were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Tutt Hume on Sunday. It’s Christmas Time At SHIREY’S See Our Complete Line of Fine Rings, Watches and * Jewelry Silver - China - Crystal Give her a nice bottle of Rogaux Perfume. Sold exclusively at Shirey’s in Six Lovely Fragrances Open Until 9 through Christmas Eve P. M. SHIREY __JEWELER and OPTOMETRIST FRONT ROYAL, VA. ' 'Phone 93 DEUQOUS I WJTIUTIODS (Non-Alcoholic) Here’s the Old Fashioned Flavor the whole family loves! Egg-nog is an American party tradition from Colonial Days. Rich, Creamy* Wholesome, Oolden in color and seasoned just right. ' s Order from your milkman or your favorite grocer , ’ \ V . ift'r ■.£«’& • •• . ■ a ' /’ Phone 284 wf'V** j i . : £ a*.' FRGNt ROYAL, VIRGINIA • 3rd and Chester St. , ftjv § ■■ •? VI A Last Minute Reminder... ■ LIONEL ELECTRIC TRAINS FLEXIBLE FLYER SLEDS I BOYS’ and GIRLS’ BICYCLES 1 ENGLISH BICYCLES ^ f WAGONS - SCOOTERS -TRICYCLES TONI -BETSY McCALL asN« HARRIET HUBBARD AYER DOLLS DOLL CARRIAGES - POOL TABLES TOOL BOXES - ERECTOR SETS Bradford’s Toyland FLINT HILL The greatest Christmas gift *1 can buy! OUR t Xnt«r DOLLAR-DIAMOND ARGYLES a tradition under the tree *1.00 THE SOFT-SPUN* ARGYLE In special Soft-Spun® cotton, Interwoven knits the perfect yearround argyle. It's pure comfort on his feet— < pure pleasure on the eyes. The five-color design looks superbly "hand-framed”. With extra-wear Cable-Cord® 'toe and Heel. $1 TWO-TONE * ARGYLES. If he likes to dress smartly, he’ll love this newest note in argyies. It’s two notes—two clear, brilliant tones in each diamond pattern. Fully washable. In special Soft-Spun® Cotton with long-wearing Cable- N Cord® Toe and Heel $1 X • F.I,. WHITES COMPANY “The White Shop VVi!'V > t* J9 ■ /> CULPEPER

Moulton, ' Texas, Eagle: “The cattlemen who marched on Washington were little more representative of the livestock industry of the nation than the “bonus marchers” of'an earlier day typified the American war veteran—nor were they any more successful.” Oakland, Calif., California Voice: “As the distaff side comes more and more into its own in the government, old-time politicians may view the trend with some alarm. We don’t blame them for that. Many of them will have to buckle down and earn their government keep more convincingly, or a horde of determined, hard-working women may eventually give the Capitol a clean sweep and take over.” aa. • •_a. aa w. « a* •». . w • • - ^ •• . w* » TURKEYS Ready For Pan Toms - 59c Hens - 69c Also Geese and Ducks Sperryville Locker Plant t H Phone 3441 Sperryville, Va. % • * ^ • • . - * ■ _ a -A _ a « ^ ^ . a a .A a a . ^ a . ..a. * . - _ _ ‘ ON ALL Coats and Dresses - COATS - $75.00... reduced to $55.00 $59.95. reduced to $48.00 $55.00.reduced to $44.00 $49.95 . reduced to $36.00 $39.95 .reduced to $32.00 $34.95 ..reduced to $28.00 $29.95 ..... reduced to $23.00 POODLE CLOTH — CASHMERES Medium Lined— Ail sizes and All colors — All Dresses..20% off HELENE'S Phone 1307 FRONT ROYAL, VA. I OFFICE SUPPLIES OFFICE DESKS [. FILING CABiNETS L * _ * f OFFICE CHAIRS — MOSLER SAFES Stationery and Office Equipment Co. 23 So. Royal Ave. Phone: 541 Front Royal, Virginia Gibson Christmas Cards Whitings Stationery Persoftal Gifts • • ^ ^ •• «» ^ ^ • - towtuj Home Demonstration MEWS By Elizabeth Fuss # Flint Hill 4-H club met Monday and decided to sell cookies as money making project. The club decided to erect poles fcr a volley ball court. Vice president elected was Jane Corbin and Ruth Ann Foster was elected song ldhder. Mrs. Frank Cary helped .• the girls in making a clothespin bag and agent worked with girls in making a repair kit. Reager 4-H met Monday with Margeurite Williams opening the meeting with a prayer. Granville Fox gave a report of the county council. The program consisted of: Safety— Mary Ellen Williams; Fire Rules— James Mahoney; Health Rules— Frank Campbell and Bobby Williams. / The club has sent fruit to sick persons in the community. The girls exhibited tea towels and began the work of making a head scarf. Mrs. Lucia Kilby was hostess for Sper ryville H. D.—club T uesday The “Master Mix’- was demonstrated after which the group participated in games and carol singing. Amissville H. D. Club met in the Fire Hall Wedrtesday afternoon. - The demonstration “Master Mix” was given by Mrs. Luther Stuart and Mrs. Jack Pearman. Mrs. Lester Yates entertained F. T. Valley H. D. Club Thursday. The demonstration on the use of the Master Mix was given. Afterwards —the members participated in recreation and singing carols. Woodville H. D. club met with Mrs. R. M. Johnson Friday afternoon. The club planned to send a gift to elderly persons in the community. The “Master Mix” was demonstrated and afterwards the club members joined in some Christ-^ mas games. Mrs. George Nethers entertained Slate Mills H. D. group Friday night. The use of “Master Mix” was shown to the group. Then the members joined in for the Christmas games and caroling. i • nTA Vft* Stamp Out TB — Buy Seals PLUMBING and HEATING CONTRACTORS Sales, Installations _Repairs PLUMBING FIXTURES HEATING EQUIPMENT OIL BURNERS WATER HEATERS GE Automatic Heating Gill & ALBERT ,518 N. Royal Ave. ; Equipment FRONT ROYAL » Day Phone: 217 » Night Phono: 358 or 879 I ^BMBIMWMKWMIhMNIMMI wMT wWBBr iWWI^WiOT WW win wpMBWMpI .a?-. • ,;-m^r: ■•■: i, ,, k >•4 nv ^t' . '■ ' /■':"■ c:% / >:■;: TO SELECT YOUR RADIO PHONOGRAPH RECORDERS TABLE PHONOS All types of table radios in all colors MAKE THIS A TV CHRISTMAS AT YOUR HOUSE STROMBERG-CARLSON BENDIX ,i EMERSON RAYTHEON Service .. Calls Free Home Demonstration Free Estimates OPEN ’TIL 9 THRU CHRISTMAS w - TV Phone 916 FRONT ROYAL i awn tmtk i awgigw!igfttaw>taauw»m»8BHia«ngtti«aAtgauwaawiuwt GET YOUR BINDER aid BALER TWINE IN DECEMBER and SAVE! T ‘ ! .. ' \ Binder Twine .......L.................... bale $10.85 Premium Unico Baler Twine .. bale $10.25 Mexican Baler Twine.bale $7.25 \ SOUTHERN STATES FRONT ROYAL CO-OPERATIVE PAUL SHADE, Manager PHONE 10S - FRONT ROYAL Washington Delivery on Monday 9 A GIFT IN SILVER—Is Something Special whether it be for youngsters or for the mature... whether it be a small pin or a fabulous service in sterling or Sheffield pljate. Select gifts in silver from our col- j lection! Come in today. . \ Watches and Jewelry of All Kinds j Lay-Away Your Gift Now While Stocks Are* Full j A Small Deposit Holds Any Item Until Christinas j C. ROY JONES ! JEWELER j Davis Street Culpeper, Va. j Only 7 More Shopping Days — Shop Now

SperryiMe Nwfe Notes M Mr.' and Mrs. Robert Nethers and Miss Pauline Nethers of Flint Hill were guests Sunday of their daughter Mrs. F. D. Coffey Jr., and Mrs. Perle Coffey. * Mrs. Helen Brown Bruce and her „family were guests on Saturday evening of Mr. and Mrs. Maury Brown. Elder and Mrs. J. Harvey Daily spent the week end in Martinsburg, Wes^ Virginia where Elder Daily filled his regular appointments on Saturday evening and Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. S. R. Shackleford, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wood, Rev. A. Paul Thompson and Mrs. J. Rodes Brown were guests Sunday afternoon of Miss Eda Finks, i | ? ? Rev. and Mrs. A. Paul Thompson Rev. and Mrs. Bowman were gueslts pn Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. James Atkins. Mr. and Mrs- Lee Thornton, Lee II, Mrs. J. W. Fletcher and family were guests on Sunday afternoon of their grandmother, Mrs. J. James Miller, in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Brown Miller. Mrs. Mildred Thornton is visiting Thornton in Culpeper. Mrs. J. B. Johnson and daughter, Mrs. Fred W. Schaefer sperft Saturday in Charlottesville. They were joined by Mrs. Gordon Payne in Madison for the trip. Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Wood were guests on. Sunday of Miss Eda Finks. Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Smith of Gainesville were Sunday guests of Mrs. Helen Bruce and family at “Barlow.” _ _ Mr. and Mrs. Joe Henry Aylor of Arlington were guests of relatives in town for the week end. They were accompanied home on Sunday by their small son, Joe, who has been spending two weeks with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Aylor. Mrs. Phyllis Brown Shirey, Mrs. Maury W. Brown Jr. nd small daughter, Susan of Front Royal were guests Saturday of Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. William Hudson Yates of Dublin spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Lester Yates at their Tiome. Misses Rachel, Mildred, and Sue Maney of “Ivy Hill” were guests of Miss Elizabeth Smith in the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George W. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Manuel and two children, Wallace and Harriett of Browntown were dinner guests on Sunday of Mrs. Manuel's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chria Schaefer.- — Miss Louise Schwartz and Mrs. Z.— H. Sealock were guests Sunday afternoon guests of Miss Schwartz’s aunt, Mrs. Sallie Schwartz Major in Culpeper. Mrs. Thomas E: Hudson, who has been the guest of Miss Louise O’Bannon for some time left last week for Charlottesville where she will visit her relatives for the holiday Season. ~ Mrs. Helen Bruce arid son and daughter, Francis Bruce. and Miss Mary Helen Bruce, Mrs. Edward Gore and her two sons, Donpld Byrd STOP! AT THIS SIGN J. BRADLEY ATKINS Atlantic Service Station SPERBYVILLE, VA. ; ' •, • , ■ i .. ,»r • ; L. B. DULIN, JRtf , DISTRIBUTOR > * . , ; *. v ,'S. • Atlantic Refining Company CULPEPER, VA. .and Edward were shopping in Char* lottesville, Saturday. Members of her family who visited Mrs, Annie Taylor Bruce in the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Brown during the week end were Mr. and Mrs. Bennie Bruce, Robert Bruce and son, Bobby, Mr. and Mrs. H. S» GriffitH and family of Front Royal. Amissville News Notes • Mrs. Effie Hackley of Arlington spent last week end with Miss Virginia Tapp. ' Mr. and Mrs. George Burch and children and Mrs. Emmer Johnson of Arlington spent last Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Moss. The Home Demonstration * meeting was held in the Firemen’s Hall last Wednesday. Mrs. Jack Pearman and Mrs. J. B. Stuart gave a demonstration on food mix. Charles Green spent a few days at Mob Jack Bay last week. Mrs. Jennie Smith and Miss Virginia Tapp spent last Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Ennis Cunningham near Rixeyville. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Compfcon spent last Wednesday in Arlington with relatives. Mrs. James Doyle is on the sick list. Mrs. Charlie Compton was a recent guest of Mrs. Ethel Doyle. Mrs. Webb Williams is in the Warrenton Hospital very ill. Mrs. Elizabeth Walter went to the University Hospital, Charlottesville last Saturday to have her eyes treated and-spent the week end with her sister and brother, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Walter. Mrs. Stanish Riley and Mrs. Lesley Walter spent last Thursday* in Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Sim Hutton of Front Royal spent the week end with Mrs. Hutton’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Walter. Mrs. Stanish Riley and Miss Garland Riley spent last Saturday jjn Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Corbin moved to Vienna last Saturday. Miss Virginia Tapp and Mrs. Jack Pearman were Warrenton visitors last Friday. _ DUPONT PAINTS HARDWARE GLASS BARRETT ROOFING AD Kinds —0—1 J. F. FORSYTH rad COMPANY Phone 5 South Royal Avenue Front Royal, Virginia

News Among Our Colored Readers RALLY COMES TO END AT FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH The King of Judah, King of Israel Rally came to a close Sunday night at the First Baptist church with the crowning of a King and a Miss First Baptist. The King of Judah led in the procession followed by his royalties and his subjects. Their costumes were white sheets, draped with coiorful scarfs. Following the King of Judah was the King of Isrdel, his royalties and his subjects, all clad in robes, with flow- - ing sashes of various colors. The Prophet Isaish delivered, a most impressive sermonette, following the procession and the seating of the Kings and the subjects. The tribute was carried to the Prophet by the Prime Ministers. The King and subjects whose tribute had been the greater, was recognized when Deacon C. C. Lewis of Hopewell Baptist church, placed the crown upon the head of King of Israel, _K.ng_Jerrobone. His tribute - had_ amounted to $277.56 while the tribute cf the King of Judah and his sublets had been $264. The subject that brought in the most tr bute to heir King was Mrs. Ora Barbour, the Princess Naomi of Israel. The amount was $79.03. Mrs. Margaret Hunter was second with $27. Mrs. Hunter was a subject of the King of Judah. Mrs. Barbour was crowned Miss First Baptist by the Prophet Isaiah. _The King, their royalities and sub— jects and Prophet Isiah wish to thank each and everyone who helped to make this rally a success. Especially - the visiting ushers, Mrs. Lucy Childs, Shiloh Baptist, Woodville; Mrs. Lottie Aylor, Hopewell, Sperryville; and Mr. and Mrs. John Wall of Washington, D. C.; the visiting choir of Hopewell Baptist Church and from Shiloh in Woodville. FARM MACHINERY REPAIR CLASS SET The Farm Machinery Repair Class, to be held at the Carver Regional High School, has been scheduled to start on January 5, 1954. This class will be held on Tuesday nights from 7:30 through 10:30 and will extend through M arch 30, 1954. —A Farm Machinery Repair Class, alike all other agriculture classes, is “designed for an educational purpose* T he jobs and skills that will be taught are hoped to be of a nature that —they-will better help- you to confront with the many farm machinery breakage and problems that occur during the year. i he tentative outline of the class course is as follows: Orientation and instruction on shop equipment, Operating powered shop and farm machinery, Sharpening farm hand equipment, Learning to use the Arch Welder, Constructing metal projects useful to the home farm, Caring for and lubricating farm machinery, preparing the surface and painting farm machinery, working with cold metal, figuring bills of materials, caring for the farm tractor, establishing a home farm shop, and determining the equipment for a home farm shop. Some of the jobs listed above may not be taught. Sometime a change is essential in order to meet the prevailing situation. The slack season is the most opportune time for the farmer to repair that corn planter that caused so much trouble last year. Knowing that, this class has been arranged to meet your convenience, and it is hoped that you will cooperate by attending each class meeting. The Food Production and Conservation Class of Madison County, better known as the Progressive Farmers Club, meets the first Thursday after each first Sunday, and additional meetings are arranged when deemed necessary. The class is held at the Strother Elementary School in A(hsah. One of the objectives for the current year is to sponsor at least one program at each of the four churches in that vicinity. The first program will be held at the Oak Grove Baptist Church in the near future costarring Sylvia Arrington and Catherine Brown in a novehy production entitled “How The Story Grew.” . mmmmm+mrn • * CLASSIFIED ADS Rates: 2c per word first insertion: *lc per word each additional; 25c minimum; 25c booking charge if less than $1 In Memoriams, $1 minimum, 50c per inch over 3 inches. “ FOR SALE~~ HAY FOR SALE—Clover, lespedeza, and Oats-good, clean. Used cars, any make. Priced for your pocketbook. Dick C. Weaver & Son_ Phone: Culpeper 8771 Night 7553 tfc Berkley Lewis of Washington, D. C. was a week end guest of his * parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Lewis. Reports are that Russell Aylor is improving very satisfactorily at the Warren Memorial Hospital. His parents and other members of the family have been constantly visiting him. James Russell of Washington, D. C. spent the week end with his parents, Mr! and Mrs. R. Russell. Mr. C. Lewis and others attended the Sunday School Union at Oak Grove, Sunday. The Christmas program for the Washington Elementary School will be held Monday night, December 21. Come out and enjoy a wonderful evening. Santa Claus will be present with loads and loads of gifts. , There will be choir rehearsal and meeting Thursday night at 7:30 at First Baptist church. Services will*be conducted at First Baptist church this Sunday at 11 a.m. Christmas services will be held at First Baptist, December 24 at 10 p.m. The Hopewell Baptist Sunday * School will present their Christmas Tree and program on Wednesday, • December 23, at 8 p.m. The public is invited. The Missionary Circles will have Candlelight Services at the Hopewell Baptist church on December 27 at 7:30 p.m. _There will be a Christmas pro- ( gram at Shiloh Baptist church, Woodville, December 25 at 8 p.m. by the Sunday School. All are welcome._ We wish to thank both colored and white in helping to make King of Judah Rally a success, also many thanks to our co-workers who worked so beautifully.___ A lovely birhtday party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Andes in honor of their daughter, Juanita. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Charles McDonnell of Washington, D. C., Mr. and Mrs. Robert Watkins of Alexandria, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Jones of Washington, D. C., Mr. William Johnson of Washington, D. C., Mr. William Johnson of Washington, D. C., Miss Nettie Rankin, Miss Josephine Aylor, Miss Janie Andes, Miss Ruth-Aylor, Mr. Moodie Aylor, Mrs. Richard Williams, Mr. Bobbie Simmon, Mr. Leroy Porter, Mr. Charles Butler, Mr. Buster Aylor, Mrs. Annie Carter and son, Maurice. Mr. and Mrs. Riley Pointer and daughter were" Tuesday guests of Miss Mattie Freeman. Mr. McKinley Weathers has returned from Charlottesville after being a patient there for several days. Miss Louise Freeman is a patient in the Warren Memorial Hospital. —Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Goode Sr.— of Washington, D. C. spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Wallace. Mrs. Estell Dennis is improving nicely after an operation in Washington, D. C. Her daughter spent the week end at home. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Timbers, Mr. and Mrs. Graves of Washington, D. C. spent the day with Mr. and Mrs. Willie L. Dennis. Linwood Jackson, Carroll, Dolly, Glasker Kermit Wallace, Newt Jackson attended the dance at Washington, Va. Mrs. Minnie Butler was Christmas shopping in Culpeper, Saturday. Those who are on the convalescent list are Mrs. Martha Butler, Mr. Richard Holmes and Mr. H. R. Russell. FOR SALE—One 1940 Chevrolet school bus; may be seen at the Rappahannock Motor Company, ^Sperryville, Virginia. One 1942 Chevrolet school bus; may be seen at Luther Payne’s Garage on Rt., 211, one-half mile north of Washington, Virginia. Interested bidders should submit bid to Rappahana nock County School Board, c/o Superintendent Q. D. Gasque, Box 1042, Frant Royal, Virginia. The School Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bids muct be. received in the office of the Superintendent by noon December 31, 1953. 12-17-ltc FOR SALE—Wind-up victrola; inexcellent condition, like new. Notify Washington 2851 12-3-tfc FOR SALE—2 heavy coal heaters; , 2 wagons. Stant Weaver Washington, Va. 12-17-ltc Wanted EXPERT Watch and Jewelry repair. Complete line of gifts * for all occasions. D A V I S’ JEWELRY SHOP. 137 N. Main Street, Culpeper, Va. Phone 8696. 9-3-tfc START NOW—To enjoy a goodbusiness of your own in '‘54 in Rappahannock County. Permanent, Profitable, Independent. Write Rawleigh[s Dept. VAL-120-216, Richmond^ Va. 12-10-5tc WANTED—200 acres pasture 1954 season. Blackburn Clark Luray, Va. , ~ I2*l7-2tp HELP WANTED—Ambitious woman of character, education, refined, 26-60 for & Marshall Field Family owned enterprise, experienced in teaching, club or church work. Must be ready accept , position by January 4 and desirous renrering service of national importance. Be capable earning above $4,000 annually. For local interview write fully to W. S. Johnson, P.O. Box 987, Staunton, Va. State age, education, experience, phone number. 12-17-2tp Notice NOTICE—Having qualified as administrator of the estate of Clarence Oneal Oden, deceased, all persons owing the estate or having claims against the said estate will- please present same for settlement. John Cary, 1815 37th St. N.W., Washipgton 7, D. C. Notice We will try to fill special orders for Christmas decorations or greens. Call Washington - 2931. Rappahannock Garden Club. • ~ REWARD The Thornton’s Gap Primitive Baptist church offers a reward of, $20.00 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any person damaging or removing any property on church grounds. 12-10-2t Notice THE AMISSVILLE V. F. D. sponsors A BIG NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE and a JANUARY SPECIAL (date later) The. Firehouse Dancing Floor, . Okay? And the Free State Ramblers play From nine ‘til one, Hoo-ray! 12-17-2tc fussell-young ice cream COMPANY Calpapar, Virginia <SXXXSX»XS»XXX%SX%^^ REAL ESTATE i. ' t nm prospects for Ail Kinds of Property 7 " , W. A. MILLER, Local Broker WASHINGTON, VA. CALL day, 2851; Nifhte or Sundays, 2161. SPERRYVliLE SCHOOL NEWS There was a special movie “The , Littleiest Angel” at the Sperryville Elementary School, Tuesday, November 15. Most of the rooms of the Sperryville School contributed 100% to the Junior Red Cross Driv£ Ronnie Thornhill is confined to his room with a cold. * * * * . . Legitimate business payy as well as anything else if you stick with —7 Mac's Store “THE BIGGEST LITTLE STOfcE IN THE COUNTY" t * Just West of The Corporate Limits WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA Chocolate Drops ...-.-.. lb. 10c Orange Slices.. .. .lb. 10c j Keystone Mix ......... lb. 19c i Cocoanut Cream ....lb. 19c Hard Candy. ....lb. 19c 40% Filled Candy ..lb. 19c Peanut Brittle..... pkg. 19c Jelly Tarts ...... .pkg. 19c Party Mint Pillows...pkg. 19c Assorted Jelly Drops ...... lb. 21c Assorted Fudge ....lb. 29c Dixie Mixture .... lb. 25c Big Broken Mixture. .. lb. 29c Assorted Cream Puffs..lb. 29c Chocolate Peanut.pkg. 25c Peanut Squares ....................._...... lb. 35c Cocoanut Squares..;...... lb. 30c Cocoanut Bon Bons .............._ lb. 35c Cocoanut Jellies.. lb. 35c Hard Candy 100% Filled ..... .._lb. 29c Old Time Chocolate Drops lb. 29c 2y2 Bucket Sweets ....,._- 69c 1 lb. Assorted Champion Chocolates 39c 1 lb. Chocolate Cherries .... 39c 4 lb. Hardiefs Assorted Chocolates.. $1.95 5 lb. Hardiefs Assorted Chocolates.. $2.45 l ib. Hardiefs Assorted Chocolates ... 69c +tb+ Large Walnuts_........___... 49c 1 lb. Large Brazil Nuts .. .. 45c 1 lb. Mixed Nuts ....49c 1 lb. Pecans ....;......... 45c Chestnuts ....lb. 29c WW«»W»WI»W»W>WIWIWIWIIWI j We Will Have A Truck Load of Oranges, S Tangerines, Temples, Grapefruit and Bananas in our store before Christmas WATCH FOR OUR PRICES / / Hostess Fruit Rings .. .$1.49 Royal Fruit Rings . ... $1.49 54b. Fruit Cakes... $4.90 : 54b. Fruit Cake .... .$3.95 \ 34b. Fruit Cake..... . $3.10 24b. Fruit Cake. .. $£.10 PLAIN or LAYER CAKES (all kinds) Buy 1 Can of Campbell koup (any kind) ' and get 1 can of vegetable-celery soup - FREE 30 BASKETS OF GROCERIES WILL BE GIVEN FREE TO NEEDY FAMILIES IN THIS COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTMAS Baskets Will Be Delivered by Mrs. Frances Thornton ALL KINDS OF TOYS.............. 29c to 98c