Rappahannock News, December 13, 1973

‘The massacre’ Rappahannock sheep claim inspires debate “THE MASSACRE” was the way a Rappahannock sheep owner and her hired hands referred to the sight they saw the morning of November 8, 1973. Dog Warden Jack Bruce didn’t use such a dramatic term; he was more specific: . “I found four ewes that were dead, one ram that was dead and one ewe that was living and two lambs that were living...One ewe died later and the two lambs had to be destroyed later. •‘The ewes were lying' near the branch in the lowonly be paid later. The Supervisors are-proposing raising the dog tag fee to create a larger sum, and the Dog Warden’s salary hasn’t been paid for eight months. The damages sufferd by Mrs. Robert Miko—and the problems involved in trying to settle her claimdramatized the problem. Mrs. Miko announced at the meeting that she had sold the remainder of her flock —she’d owned about 125, all told—because “I can’t stand the losses, or the hassle.” er bullpen. Part of the ram was actually in tfte branch. “It seems they were mostly started in the face. Some had holes in them... “I don’t know if a bear did it, or a dog did it. It is all too deep for me.” RAPPAHANNOCK County has had so many claims for livestock killed by dogs —bear kills are disallowed —that the amount of money in the dog fund, which is supposed to cover such claims, has been depleted. Claims approved now can The Supervisors themselves were divided on the question, and it took a them Virginia, the word is usually pronounced "yo”), found dead on November 2, Jack Bruce said he was called the next morning to witness the kill, and "to me, it^was 100 per cent bear kill, from all that I couple of divided votes before all of Mrs. Miko’s claims on the dog fund were settled. First, there was the question of one ewe (in Rappahannock, as in Loudoun and elsewhere in Korcould see and from the experience I’ve had.” WARDEN BRUCE elab orated: “It was skinned all the way down both sides of the backbone and all the meat was gone. The nose was cut completely off, as if somebody had done it with a real dull ax.” He gave other details, concluding : “I can't see anything but a bear kill.” Jack Bruce then went on to describe how he was called back to the same sheep farm on the morning of November 8. He described the carnage he found, noting: “None of these, tome, looked like they had been attacked by a dog.” For one thing: “In my 15 years of experience, 90 per cent of the time that sheep are killed, if there’s a branch you will find the sheep in the branch. How could anything have kept See Pace 6 Mrs. Miko tells about the “massacre” on her sheep farm in Rappahannock, while Newbill Miller, chairman of the Board of Supervisors looks over a sheaf of affidavits about what happened. At left is E. M. Jones, clerk to the board; in the foreground is Supervisor E. G. Wood Jr., Sheriff John Walker Jenkins and Deputy Ronnie Hawkins look on. Get ready for rationing, county told RAPPAHANNOCK County has been alerted to get ready for all sorts of emergencies—possibly even gas rationing—but some other area counties say they haven’t received such notice, yet. O. A. Norton, superintendent for the Rappahannock-Warren School System, appeared before the Rappahannock Supervisors last Thursday to report that the State Civil Defense Department had asked him to Christmas party A Christinas party for all children will be held at the Library on Gay Street in Washington December 22 at 2 p.m. Santa Claus will be there and a puppet show will be presented. Story telling and refreshments will complete the program. All children and those young in heart are invited. Mrs. James Jamieson has donated a chess board to the Library. Anyone is welcome to come play Airing Library hours: Tuesday through Friday 1 to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.D draw up “an economic stabilization plan.” When the Supervisors looked puzzled, Norton explained that this meant the appointment of rent, price stabilization and rationing boards. - “Also, we need to designate registration points in the county for rationing, if it is set up. It would probably be at the schools,” Norton added. “TO RATION what? Stabilize what?” asked Supervisor E. P. (Pete) Luke. “In anticipation of possible rationing of gasoline,” Chairman Newbill Miller answered. Norton agreed. “The urgency is concerned with the possibility of gas rationing, after the first of the year. The actual framework may turn out to be different, but the state wants to be prepared.” Each Supervisor agreed to submit three names for the three boards to Miller, who said he’d accept their recommendations. PHIL BOLEN, administrative assistant to the Loudoun Board of Supervisors, said that although his office has received no sucftx direction from the State Civil Defense organi zation, many agencies have suggested similar proposals. Bolen plans to recommend that Loudoun’s Supervisors appoint an “energy crisis board” at their next regular meeting. This board, he said, could perform whatever emergency services Loudoun might need, in the event of any type of rationing program. In Fauquier, R. H. Beach, administrative assistant^ said the only instructions' his office has received thus far is in the way of aiding in finding fuel supplies for any citizens who might not have regular suppliers. □

&appaijamt0rk Nnua Published Thursday Morning at Washington, Rappahannock County, Virginia, 22747, by the Fauquier Publishing Company, Inc. Entered as Second Class Mail at the Post Office in Washington, Virginia. Subscriptions (in advance) $4 in Rappahannock and adjacent counties; $5 in Postal Zones 5 thru 8. MRS. SARAH C. LATHAM, Managing Editor Telephone Washington 675-3349 Remaining ‘rural’ THE XEROX Corporation, which was welcomed with open arms in Loudoun County, has been rejected by Greenwich, Conn., and for an interesting reason. Granting a requested re-zoning for an office building, the Greenwich zoning commission decided, “would result in a proliferation of office buildings and change drastically the rural characteristics of the area.” It is somewhat ironic that officials in Loudoun —a jurisdiction which has stated officially, on several occasions, its desire to remain rural didn’t even question Xerox’s impact. We suspect that they didn’t because the alternative to a “clean” industrial facility (in this case, a training school for the corporation) was considered to be infinitely more destructive of a “rural” objective. The rank upon rank of subdivision tract housing that would have undoubtedly moved in if Xerox hadn’t preempted one particular parcel of land, undoubtedly made any alternative attractive. All of this is not intended to disparage Xerox or any corporation, but as we said, it is interesting to note that some communities are not all that enamored of “clean industry,” the' kind that so many counties in this area? say they want. And it serves to point up how planning choices must be backed up by political action. Just saying you want to remain rural isn’t enough; you’ve got to do something about it, too. RAPPAHANNOCK officials took a long step toward controlling their county’s own destiny with adoption of new subdivision and zoning ordinances which were designed to maintain Those qualities which make life in the county desirable—without, at the same time, depriving anyone of reasonable and appropriate use of property. No one should pretend that this is an easy balance to attain or maintain, and it is gratifying to see that provisions are being made for a continuing examination of Rappahannock’s land use regulations. After all, we all agree with Greenwich, Conn., in wanting to avoid anything which would “change drastically the rural characteristics of the area.”D Poaching in the park Superintendent Robert Jacobsen observes that a number of hunters seem to be unable to get their deer legally, and that several have entered Shenandoah National Park to poach their trophies. Last week alone, nine persons were cited for posession of firearms and for hunting in the Park. A large number of weapons were confiscated, Jacobsen reported. The Superintendent advi sea hunters wno might travel a section of the Skyline Drive en route to legal hunting areas elsewhere, that all weapons must be broken down or cased, and be placed in die vehicle where they are not readily accessible to the driver or any passengers. Any hunter found to be in noncompliance will have his gun confiscated, and will be cited to appear before a United States Magistrate. □ Barns Last week’s barn was that of Robert L. “Jock” Brown near Woodville and was identified by a number of readers. The free subscription goes to Hattie Toliver in Culpeper, who correctly named the barn. Others correctly identifying the structure were Ollie Jackson, Jennie Jenkins, Barbara Hudson, Whit Hudson, Beverly Conner, Thomas Slaughter, Nannie Slaughter, Roberta Jackson and Dollie Slaughter. Here is another; mail or bring replies to the Rappahannock News, Box 38, Washington, Va. 22747. One reply per household. Further sewer study advised By PEKAY PETTUS SPERRYVILLE businesses which had been ordered to close January 1, because they were dumping sewage directly into the Thornton River, may be granted a reprieve. It was suggested Wednesday at a Culpeper meeting of the RappahannockRapidan Planning District Commission that Rappahannock County apply through the State Water Control Board to the Environmental Protection Agency for a grant that would enable further study of sewer alternatives. Such an application would indicate to the State Health Department that Sperryville is actively seeking a solution to the sewage disposal problem and area businesses could be granted a temporary extension on health permits, according to Steve Dice. Dice was representing Hayes, Seay, Mattem and Mattern, the engineering firm which is under contract to the State Water Control Board and the Division of Planning to plan for sewer systems in the Rappahannock-Rapidan Planning District. DR. ROBERT LeGARDE, the Health Department official who had issued the closing warning, was not at the Culpeper meeting, but he had told the Rappahannock Supervisors at their meeting last Thursday essentially the same thing that Dice outlined on Wednesday. An application for planning grants for Sperryville must be initiated by the Board of Supervisors, it was empahsized Wednesday. * THE STOPGAP “reprieve” measure was proposed after Rappahannock delegates to the commission disagreed with the sewer alternatives proposed by the engineering firm. The consultants advocated that a lagoon be constructed near the junction of the North Fork and Thornton River. But a lagoon is not regarded as a satisfactory method of secondary waste treatment by the State Water Control Board, which must approve the plans. „ Supervisor E.^*.;v. Luke and Deputy Zoning Administrator Baumgardner both said the lagoon plan would be 'too expensive. They suggested a plan suggested by Lt. Gen. Daniel Noce, for the community of Sperryville to buy; or lease higher land to locate several large septic Gelds. The consultants agreed that“Sperryville is a special case in which no standard approach can be taken.” They said that the study they prepared amounted really to a “statement of need.”D State highway toll shows a reduction VIRGINIA ENTERED THE FINAL month of 1973 with 18 less traffic deaths than the 1,256 of 1972, despite a rise of more than six percent on overall traffic volumes for the year, Colonel H. W. Burgess, Superintendent of State Police, reports. Colonel Burgess was of the opinion that the gasoline shortage, with reduced speeds and travel, has had its effect in bringing deaths down. “September’s deaths numbered 10 more, or 126, than those of September, 1972,” he said “but October’s deaths fell from 112 to 91 and those of November from 110 to 90.” He noted that these two reductions were obtained largely through appeals for voluntary compliance but hoped for even better reductions now that the reduced speed limit is law. Last December’s 120 deaths marked the second highest toll ever recorded for the month. Pedestrian deaths for the 11-month period were down from 210 to 178, those of motorcyclists from 57 to 56 and those of servicemen from $7 to 35. Colonel Burgess explained that all 1975 statistics are subject to slight upward revisions due to late reports and possible deaths of persons now carried as injured. □ *v

Using food stamp prograin is opposed RAPPAHANNOCK’S Supervisors were unanimously opposed at their meeting Thursday to discarding a commodity food distribution program and going to food stamps for needy persons. Mrs. Elizabeth Buntin, director of welfare for the county, told the Board that new federal rules inspired by President Nixon demand that all jurisdictions adopt the food stamp program by June 30, 1974. She noted that Rappahannock is the only county in the Rappahannock-Rapidan Planning District still using commodity food distribution, and only one of ten in all Virginia. The supervisors decided to write State Senator George Aldhiiter and Delegate French Slaughter, asking them to press for local option for the program. The food stamp program will cost the county more money, Mrs. Buntin said. It cannot be administered from their present location and will require two full - time employ ees—a technician to distribute the stamps and a clerk to handle the paper work. Under the current program, welfare recipients report to a central distribution center to receive, direct, surplus food from Park visitors show increase Visitors to Shenandoah National Park increased during the month of November this year as compared to last and the total to date is up 12.8% or 2,534,600 for 1973 and 2,246,800 for 1972. The month of November shows a 2.05% increase over November of the previous year, as 119,200 visits this year and 116,800 for November 1972. As a part of the Park’s program of energy conservation, the Park Headquarters building will be closed weekends during the winter. During the weekend, fiA Boys and Girls Coats add Jackets N 25% OFF Table of Boys and Girls Slacks Reduced (all sales final) Sale Starts Today at sms Jack and, Jill Shop» Culpeper* Va. Open every night til 8 p.m. information may be obtained at the Front Royal, Panorama, Swift Run and Rock - fish entrance stations, and the Visitor Center at Big Meadows. □ AUXILIARY DINNER A Christmas covered dish supper will be held at the Flint Hill fire hall for the Volunteer Fire Department and the Auxiliary, and their families, Sunday, December 16 starting at 5:30.□ li.S. Department of Agriculture. The items are of high nutritional value, such as cheese, beans, butter and meat. WHEN THE food stamp program becomes effective, those qualifying will receive stamps from the welfare office. These can be exchanged with merchants for groceries. The stamps are a form of legal tender. Mrs. Buntin reminded the Supervisors that since stamps are worth money there is danger that they might be stolen. Thus, the quarters provided to administer the program must have adequate security. She estimated that Rappahannock could be expected to handle around $10,000 worth of food stamps each month. Stamps worth $15,000 are handled each month in Madison county and Rappahannock has a smaller population. The supervisors strongly opposed the change. “WHY SHOULD everybody solve their problems the same way?” asked Supervisor Pete Luke, noting that the stamps lend themselves to “chicanery.” Chairman Newbill Miller warned that stamps could be abused even in the grocery store. “People can use these to buy PepsiCola,” he said. Mrs. Buntin said sheun% derstood that Virginia has no choice but to implement the program. It is now federally required, she noted. “Well, they’ll have to send in the U.S. Marshall to force us,” Miller grinned. “I think we ought to secede from the union,” Herbert Foster advised, also with a grin.—Pekay Pettus Two hurt in wreck Mrs. Dorothy Starks of Woodville was hospitalized with injuries sustained in a single car crash near Washington on December 8. She was riding in a car with her husband, Frank Starks, when the crash occurred on Route 211 east of Washington. According to Trooper W. A. Buntin, Starks lost control of his car and struck a guard rail on the left of the highway. He crossed back to the right of the road and struck a bank. The vehicle was declared a total loss. Mrs. Starks sustained a fracture and lacerations of the jaw, a broken left leg and possible back injury. He received a laceration of the nose. Starks was cited for reckless driving, failing to keep his vehicle under control. □ DOWN - DOWN - DOWN 60 PRICES NOW AIL MERCHANDISE STOREWIDE REDUCED TO I) COST <1 YOU SAVE UP TO 50% WALL'S MEWS 211 C. MAIN, FRONT ROYAL GOMG OUT OF BUSINESS SALE OPEN 10 A.M.’TIL 9 P.M. MONDAY throagli SATURDAY AU SALU CASH-NO MFUNDf or 1XCMANGIS

ASC committee elections announced RESULTS of the December 3 election of ASC community committeemen for 1974 have been announced by T. R. Taylor, chairman of the Rappahannock county Agricultural Stabilization and Conser vation (ASC) committee. Farmers elected to the committees were: South — Raymond M. Johnson, chairman; James H. Falls, vice-chairman; Earl J. Kilby 1 regular Bridge party Mrs. L. J. Kilby entertained the Sperryville Bridge Club and additional guests at dessert bridge on Friday evening at her home. Present were Mrs. E.N. Montague, Mrs. T.J. Pillar, Mrs.W.H. Cordle.Mrs. Dale Metzinger, Mrs. Charles H. Estes, Mrs. Elmo Flynt, Mrs. R. E. Wood, Mrs. Frank Tabler, Mrs. R.E. Thompson, Mrs. Roy L. Reeve, Mrs. Brown Miller, Mrs. B.M. Miller, Mrs. W.H. Massie, Jr., Mrs. Charles K. Estes, Mrs. 1.0. Wolf and Mrs. C.E. Johnson, Jr. Prize winners were Mrs. Charles H. Estes, Mrs. Wood, Mrs. Tabler and Mrs. Brown Miller.□ member; A.F. Cannon, first alternate; Marvin Dodson, second alternate. Central — Thomas B. Massie, chairman; Thomas Lee, vice - chairman; John M. Clark, regular member; Ian Pryde, first alternate; E.J. Welch, second alternate. North — Elmer Jenkins, chairman; John A. Tapp, vice-chairman; W.G. Eastham, regular member; Aubrey North, first alternate; Roland Welch, second alternate. TAYLOR also announced the county ASC convention to be held on December 17 in the ASCS Office, where farmers will be elected to fill vacancies on the county committee. Taylor said convention delegates will also elect a county committee chairman, vice-chairman, and two alternates to the committee for the coming year. The recently - elected ASC community committee chairmen, vice - chairman and third regular member automatically become del egates to the county convention. ASC county and community committees are in charge of local administration of national farm programs. □ Wakefield honor roll WAKEFIELD Country Day School at Huntly has announced the academic honor list for the second grading period. First honors went to Bobby Gehringer, Front Royal; Jamie Dawson, Huntly, grade 2; Sean Marsh, Woodville, grade 3; Will Warehauer, Woodville, grade 4; Debbie Thomas, Washington, grade 5; Monterey Martin, Bentonville, grade 6. Second honors went to Michael Thompson, Front Royal, grade i; Douglas Voeks, Boston, grade 2; Harimah Martin, Bentonville, grade 3; John Kline, Hume, grade 4; Kirk Marshall, Front Royal, grade 5; Dayton Ward, Front Royal, grade 6. Third honors went to Sharon Strecky, Front Royal, grade 1; Jennifer Kline, Hume, grade 2; Dawson Ward, Front Royal, grade 3; Wynn Voeks, Boston, grade 4; Richard Arquette, Bentonville, grade 5.G mt/ \mf vtt» him mu 1TTU Hftf UU< MUI IHM This offering is made only by the Prospectus to bona fide residents of the Commmonwealth of Virginia. *1.000,000.00 CAPITAL NOTES Price 100% (Plus accrued interest from November 15,1973 to date of delivery! The F & M National Corporation, a Virginia corporation, will offer to bonafide residents of the Commonwealth of Virginia Capital Notes in multiples of $500.00, payable on August 8, 1980, together with interest at the rate of 8 per cent per annum, payable quarter annually on February 15th, May 15th, August *pni and November 15th in each year. The Capital Notes may be redeemed at the option, of the corporation as a whole or from time to time in part, prior to maturity at 100 per cent of the principal amount. Upon request, a copy of the Prospectus describing these securities and the business of the corporation may be obtained from the licensed agents authorized to sell the securities. The securities are offered only by means of the Prospectus. WJi. Feltner and F.L. Largest, Jr. Licensed Agents 115 North Cameron Street Winchester, Virginia 22801 Clip Out and Mail to Above Licensed Agents Please furnish me with a copy of the Prospectus describing the securities to be issued by the F&M National Corporation. NATIONAL CORPORATION Winchester, Virginia < i* 4 ^ , 'VH

The Division meeting of the SCA was held last Tuesday at the 15th Street Elementary School in Front Royal. The program included a series of quizzes in which students from six schools competed. Among those from Rappahannock participating and placing were Eva Grimsley, Julia Gordon and C.M. Green, 7th grade, placing second; Marion Eastham and Tony Armentrout, 6th grade, first place; Paula Butler and Ivan Plotnick, 5th grade in second place; Lindsay Eastham and Billy Menefee, 4th grade, in mst place. Elementary Supervisor, Frank Wool, rear, acted as moderator for the quiz. Rappahannock students also presented two entertainment numbers. Rappahannock County High School's varsity basketball team is composed of Harry Jordan, captain, and Dale Frye, co-captain; standing, Roger Dodson, Jim Massie, Hodge Miller, Mike Smoot, Andy Nichols, Eddie Williams, John Summers, Mike Tupper, Jay Miller and Jim Lum. Land planning class offered CLASSES in land use planning are among courses being offered during the winter quarter by COMPLETE ONE-STOP Ivildiag Sapply Hardware Paint Millwork Lumber WARRENTON BUILDING MATERIAL CO.. INC.: ON THE BY-PASS WARRENTON Phone 347-1400 the Lord Fairfax Community College at Middletown. The planning course will be taught by Ms. Sharon Sarri of the Piedmont Environmental Council. Warrenton. It will include "an examination of state and federal planning laws, a summary of planning tech niques, environmental problems and urban planning.” Registration for continuing education courses is held on a first come, first served basis. Detailed information may be obtained by calling the college at 869-1120.L MOYERS MOTOR CO., INC. ford & Mercury NEW MARKET, VA. 75 Used Cars & Trucks, in stock at all times CALL: Robert G. Dennis — Local Sales Rep. 987-8116 _ PANTHER TALES By DONNA CANNON The Panthers bowed to Montevideo in their first game Friday. Both the J.V. and Varsity Team were defeated. The Varsity Team played a good game against Elkton Tuesday but after much effort they were defeated 80-65. First string consisted of Dale Frye, Roger Dodson, Harry Jordon, Mike Smoot, Eddie Williams with Mr. Ellis as coach. The game Tuesday night was not a total loss as the Junior Varsity Team came through with their first victory. Under the coaching of Mr. Campbell, they played a great game. A 3 minute overtime was called when the score was tied up 4040. At the end the U.V.’s overpowered the Elks by a score of 47-41. Aubrey Frye was high scorer with 17 points. Milton Fletcher and Ronnie Nicholson both scored 12 points. Barry Atkins, Acy Frye, and Jesse Grigsby each scored 2. Tomorrow night we will play an away game with the Central Falcons. Tuesday, December 18 will be the next home basketball game with Luray. The doors open at 6 p.m. and admission is $1.00 if you buy your ticket in advance or $1.50 at the door. The S.C.A. brought up the subject of selling hotdogs at the basketball games and it is now in effect. At each home game the Varsity Club and S.C.A. will take turns selling the food. Mr. Charlse Via, Counselor and Financial Aid of Lord Fairfax College talked to the Seniors last Wednesday. He discussed different opportunities and a choice of programs they could pick from at Lord Fairfax. Everyone is excited about Christmas vacation coming up. We will get out of school Thursday, December 20 at 2:00. The best part is that we don’t return until Tuesday, January 2.0 TO ALL SPERRYVILLE RESIDENTS I will hold a joint meeting with the Sperryville Community Group on the highway project at 7:30 p.m., December 18 in the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Dept, building. This will be a Key opportunity to make your views known to State Highway Dept, representatives from Richmond. E. P. (Pete) Luke Supervisor, Piedmont District & Hrs* * AnJi^URff anti (foftjtf AMISSVILLE. VIRGINIA 22002 Mr. & Mrs. Paul A. Poling Tel: 703-937-3861 12 Milas Wsst of Warrantor!, Va. on Rt. 211 SALE 10% DISCOUNT on all purchases (except consignment items) from now until Christmas. ll:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Closed Wednesday and Sunday_

Rappahannock ‘massacre’ described From Page 1 them out of that branch? I don’t know if a bear did it, or a dog did it. It is all too deep for me.” Bruce said he was so baffled that he called in two other dog wardens from nearby counties, and “they couldn’t jfigure it out” either* “They said if dogs did it, it’s different from what they were used to.” A letter was read from Game Warden Irvin Kenyon in which, as a final theory, the possibility of mountain lions in adjoining national park land was raised. COMMONWEALTH’S Attorney George Davis had a question. No, Bruce had not seen any bear tracks. “I said I was 100 per cent sure on the first kill, but not sure on the second kill,” Bruce elaborated. Kenyon’s letter said he saw neither bear tracks nor bear droppings, but noted that since the field was “heavily sodded” tracks were difficult to see in any event. “I cannot rule out altogether that this was a bear kill,” said the Game Warden’s letter, “but there is little to indicate” that it was. The only dog spotted in the vicinity was a “small white German shepherd in poor condition,” said Kenyon’s letter. Mrs. Miko spoke next, handing a collection of statements to Supervisor Chairman Newbill Miller to read. Charles Cannon wrote that he saw dog tracks in the mud all around the sheep’s bodies, and “I know dogs had done it.” Wrote Tom Lea: “Nothing but a big dog done it...I think she should be paid.” Another letter-writer said the “viciousness of the at- ' tack led Mr. Bruce to think it was a bear...but large dog prints were seen in the mud” all around the dead sheep. Another letter-writer attested to hearing “vaDS and growls” from the vicinity of the bull pen where the dead sheep were found. “The sound was definitely dog,” said the letter, which added that a “large white dog” was later seen running “toward the ski lodge.” Another witness also saw a “large white German shepherd” in the same vicinity, guessing that it belonged to some “apple WANT TO GO DEER HUNTING IN THE i . . ■ < Check into the advantbfes and opportunities of working 2nd Shift at KeflerMamjfscturing. Hk following openfnp are available on Second Shift: RIP SAW OPERATORS LATHE.OPERATORS BQRING MACHINE OPERATORS PLANER OPERATOR if you «e interested, call or with: • > Keller Manufacturing Company P.OBoxJI Culpeper, Virginia . »• ; 825*1201 •' - Personnel Office w3l be Opep 8:00-5:00 Monday-Friday. / • ..... An Equal Opportunity Employer pickers” who at that time were in the neighborhood. Added Marvin Burke, from the audience: “Absolutely; dogs killed them. I followed the tracks all across the bullpen.” MRS. MDCO noted that the ewes were assessed at $30 apiece, the ram also at $30, and that the lambs were “market lambs.” “What happened to the white dog?” asked Supervisor E. P. (Pete) Luke. “The white dog went to Georgia,” said Commonwealth’s Attorney Davis. “Another one was seen since the apple pickers went to Florida,” said Mrs. Miko. The accounts of the “massacre” were over. Chairman Newbill Miller asked his fellow supervisors what was their pleasure. Said he: “I think the evidence is overwhelming that the dogs were killed by the sheep.” As laughter greeted Miller’s malapropism, he grinned and commented: “See how confusing it is?” “I THINK the evidence is overwhelming that the sheep were killed by dogs,” Miller stated, correcting his error of phraseology. Noting some testimony at an earlier hearing on raising the amount of dog tag fees, Miller noted: “It has been suggested that only claims recommended by the dog warden be paid," but that’s 3 contrary to everything America is about. We must hear all the evidence. Mr. Bruce has not said dogs did not kill the seven sheep; he has declined to say either way.” » WIU1 hard-to-fill shoes ... Mg responsiMlltlae now and Mg plans tor tho futuro needs a special kind of Hta insurance. He needs a plan that makaa establishing an estate and retirement hinds worry-tree. If you're this kind of man, State Farm has the program for you. As soon as you begin, your family's future is protected. Contact your State Farm Agent for details on this Peraon-toParson Ufe Insurance program. WILEY W. "BOB" GLASS m 203 S. Main St. Culpeper, Va. 22701 S2S-8331 STATE FARM UFE INSURANCE COMPANY A Supervisor Herbert Foster moved that the claims for both the “massacre” victims and the earlier kill be paid. There was no second to his motion, but Miller called for a vote anyway. The vote failed, three to two: Foster and Miller voted yes, voting no were Supervisors Luke, E. B. Wood Jr. and=J. R. Latham. Supervisor Wood then moved that the county pay for the “massacre” victims. Foster seconded the motion, and this vote carried by a three to two margin. Voting with the majority was Miller; voting no were Wood and Luke. The total claim, someone figured, came to around Births - ... Mr. and Mrs. Roger L. Torneden of Brussels, Belgium, announce the birth of a daughter, Jennifer Leigh Bentley, on December 7, 1973 in Brussels. Maternal grandparents are Dr. and Mrs. Robert j. Rodgers of Flint Hill. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. William L. Torneden of Lawrence, Kan. Great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Rodgers of Hearne, Tx., Mrs. John P. Bentley of Wichita Falls, Tx. and Mrs. Fay Torneden of Lawrence, Kan.D Mr. and Mrs. David K. Hoadley of Falls Church are the parents of a daughter, Sarah Kerns, born December 11, 1973, in Alexandria Hospital. Mrs. Arthur T. Hoadley of Arlington is her paternal grandmother and Mrs. Sarah Latham of Amissville is her maternal grandmother. Her great-grandmother is Mrs. C. C. Cockerill of Herndon.□ BRIDGE CLUB Mrs. E.M. Jones enter- ■ tained the Washington Bridge * Club Thursday evening at her home Delamore. Guests were Mrs. George H. Davis, Jr., Mrs. Elmo D. Flynt, Mrs. B.M. Miller, Mrs. Harry Lee Smith, Mrs. L.J. Turner, Mrs. W.H. Massie, Jr., and .Mrs. H. M. Keyser. High prize was awarded Mrs. Davis and gifts were given to all members.□ CLUB ANNIVERSARY The Pastor’s Aid Club of Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville is having its 6th anniversary program, Friday, December 14 at 8 p.m. The Rev. John Trammell and the Seven Starts of Germantown, Md. will be the guests for this occasion. Everyone is invited to attend, said the Rev. U. S. Brokenburr, $220. Luke explained his “no” vote. He said an insurance company wouldn’t pay for full value on a claim. Attorney Da via reminded him that state law said full amounts must be paid. FOSTER wondered aloud if a limit couldn’t be plarced on individual claims. What if a prize .Wl or a valuable colt were destroyed, he asked. Davis didn’t think a limit could be set, other than the amount of the dog fund itself. “It may be the law * but I’d like him to look it up and check on it good,” said Supervisor Foster. Ian Pryde, speaking from the audience, urged that a special effort be made to get rid of “stray packs” of dogs in the county, speculating that this was the major source of livestock lnccpc Newbill Miller disagreed. “It’s the family dogs that are doing it,” he thought. 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Varsity cheerleaders at Rappahannock County High School for the 1973-74 season include, down front, Cheryl Poling, Cindy Cumins, Sharon Foster; standing, Mary Moore Kilby, Angela Dennis, Darlene Jett and Susan Latham. CHESTER GAP NEWS The annual Christmas party of the Chester Gap Homemakers Club »will be held Saturday evening, December 22, at 7 o’clock in the home of Mrs. Nora Sealock. Each one is to bring a gift for the gift exchange. Robert Foster of Front Royal was a weekend guest in the James E. Williams’ home and Mrs. Fay Compton and daughters, Vickie and Sharon of Laurel Mills were Sunday visitors. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Williams and sons, Mickey and Toney and their grandfather, Buddie Williams, were in Winchester Monday. Mrs. Isabel Butler of Front Royal visited her sister Mrs. Marie Williams Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Allen Williams have recently moved from Front Royal into the former Jimmy Williams’ property on Route 522. Mrs. Nellie Gilkey, Mrs. Nora Sealock, and Mrs. Maybelle Gilkey attended the Christmas Open House Friday afternoon sponsored by the Warren County Homemakers Club in Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Williams and her mother, Mrs. Prince, and Miss Judy McIntyre, all of Front Royal, were Sunday visitors in the Samuel Williams’ home. Mrs. Mattie Wines and Mrs. Edna Mathena, who suffered a broken hip last week, continue as patients in Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O. Williams and sons were Saturday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Vaughn in Luray. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Longmire had as a visitor Sunday, William LaCasse of Manassas. Mrs. S.M. Shelton, who is employed in Washington, D.C., spent the weekend with home folks. The Chester Gap Baptist Church will hold its Christmas program Wednesday evening, December 19, at 7:30, with Mrs. Nora •Sealock as director. All are welcome.D SPECIAL PROGRAM A special Christmas program for handicapped children will be held at Hopewell Baptist Church, Saturday, December 15 at 4 p.m. Special guests will be the handicapped from Rappahannock Elementary School and the Methodist Church in Culpeper. The Rev. U.S. Brokenburr will be guest speaker. All proceeds will go to the handicapped children. The program is sponsored by the Sunday School; the public is invited. □ KIRKLAND'S FURNITURE A APPLIANCES. IN HERE IT IS! Fhe News you’rve Been Waiting For STOCK IS BEIN6 REPRICE STILL LOWER Than former sale prices to move out the balance of our inventory in a hurry! If you have waited to buywait no longer! At these low prices it will move out fast! Still good selections. Remember...your shopping dollar has more “cents” here! Sale hours 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sat. 'til 5:30 p.m. KIRKLAND’S FURNITURE A APPLIANCES, INC. 1099 No. Royal Ave., Front Royal, Vo. May wa ramambartha raal ntflilig af Christmas... Gfafs lava for ail FRONT ROYAL

SPERRYVILLE NEWS Mrs. Helen Pszenny of James Swindler and family Miss Nellie Atkins moved Salem, Mass, arrived Sat- and Mrs. Donald Carroll last Saturday into their reurday to spend the holidays and family. cently purchased home, with her daughters, Mrs. Mrs. Ethel Tyner and Mr. and Mrs. Carlton SCHEWEL'S OUTLET Christmas Special Large Tall-Back CHAIR Heavy Naugahyde Cover Compare this chair with any $100 Chair on the Market. c. . . Choice of Black or Green $59°° SCHEWEL'S FURNITURE OUTLET 315 S. East Street Culpeper 825-5677 Atkins recently visited Mr. and Mrs. Lynwood Frye in Rileyville. Donna Ann Gore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gore, was in Charlottsville Monday to have a fast put on her hand which she broke. Mrs. C.E. Burke of Front Royal was a visitor on Friday of her sister, Mrs. Goerge W. Hawkins. Katherine and Chip Warren of Warrenton were recent weekend guests of their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Lyne. Luncheon guests Saturday of Mrs. Lyne were Mrs. T. M. Cole and Mrs. Virginia Rodgers of Waynesboro, Miss Mary Moore Aldhizer, and Mrs. R.G. Wright of Broadway and Mrs. Hal Forward of Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Brown and son, Mike of Hamilton spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. J. Rodes Brown. Mrs. Perle Coffey was a guest Tuesday of Raymond Rector and James Nelson Rector at Marshall. Mr. and Mrs. G.R.Shenk of Luray were visitors last Wednesday of Mr. and Mrs. B.M. Varner. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Aylor of Dale City we r overnight guests Friday of H.H. Aylor. Mrs. Lee Thornton was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Thornton HI in Richmond. • Mrs. Virginia Lewis was a Weekend guest of Mrs. Della B. Howard. Mrs. Nina B. Brown, Mrs. R.A. Baines, Randolph Devers and JuHan Brown attended the United Methodist Charge Confer ence at the Flint .Rill United Methodist Church Tuesday night. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wayland and die Rev. and Mrs. Ronald Wiley were at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Saturday night to see “Moon for the Misbegotten.” -? Mrs. Mary Swan and Mrs. Margaret Stinette of Arlington and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Swindler were dinner guests last Tuesday of Mrs. Lee Swindler and son, Bill. Saturday overnight guest of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Johnson was Mr. Johnson’s mother, Mrs. D.D. Breedon of Orange.□ IN MEMORIAM In memory of our dear mother Bertie K. Jenkins who passed away one year ago December 12, 1972. It is so lonely here without you, so sad along life’s way. Life does not seem the same to us since you were called away. Your loving children, Rena, James, Frances, Ann, Margaret and grandchildren. □ We Can Supply All Your BUILDING NEEDS^ CULPEPER BUILDING & SUPPLY CORP. Phone VA5-8383 Culpeper '.v.v.w.v.v.v.v.v.v.v.vv. YOU ARE INVITED TO A HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Sunday, December 16, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Unusual gifts, colorful decorations Flower-Dri kit with free booklet on drying and arranging flowers. We are looking forward to seeing you. Refreshments will be served. HOUSE OF DRIED FLOWERS Rt. 211, Sperryville, Va. 22747 987-8745 SHOOTING MATCH Friday, December 14 and every Friday night until further notice, beginning at 7:30 p.m. * at Sperryville carnival grounds Benefit: Rappahannock Jaycees PRIZES: Beef,, turkeys, oysters, hams 12 GANGS GUNS

Ruritans pitch in to rebuild home THE HOME of Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Priest at Amissville was destroyed by fire a year ago in November and all of their furnishings and possessions were consumed in the inferno. This November, just a bit more than a year later, the Priest family moved into a newly constructed home, made possible through the efforts of a community organization, the Amissville Ruritan Club. In April, Ruritan Club members voted to donate labor to build a new home for Mr. and Mrs. Priest, who are both elderly; Mr. Priest is crippled. With the efforts of 12 club members, some relatives and local residents, the con struction was accomplished. With all of the practical effort expended, the men felt this was truly a learning experience as well as a labor of love. Stanley Settle was chairman of the “building committee” and along with F. L. Bowey, Nelson Burner, George Lawrence, Gilbert Lawrence, Elwood Dean, Herman Terhune, Silas O’ READY FOR ... 1(8 LEGGETT P... IS! • OPEN TILL 9 P.M. EVERY NIGHT! "iri- ■ • TWO BIG SHOPPING FLOORS! • EVERYTHING FOR EVERYBODY! • BIG, FREE, PARKING LOT IN REAR! • CHARGE ACCOUNTS INVITED! • BEAUTIFUL GIFT WRAPPING! • FREE MONOGRAMMING ON $10 PURCHASE! • BIG, BEAUTIFUL GIFT DEPT. ON LOWER LEVEL! • GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE PERFECT! • GIFT WRAPPING! • HELPFUL SALES PEOPLE! Bannon, Edward Lawrence, Eddie J. Hitt, Robert B. Settle and Charlie Priest, spent many hours day and night planning and building. NON-PURITANS who to lent helping hands were Ernest Clements, Shelton Edwards, Wallace Stover, Jack Smith, Jesse Settle, John Oliver, Carroll Weaver, Milton Settle, Donald J. Rhodes and Robert Priest. At the insistence of “contractor” Stanley Settle, “architect” Nelson Burner took out his cardboard and 12 inch ruler and drew the plans. Few changes were made to the original drawing except a door was added to gain entrance. In order that Charlie Priest have sure footing, his foot was nailed to the studding at the onset of the construction. No other injuries, except sore thumbs, were experienced. BETWEEN COFFEE breaks and conferences, all men worked well together, far better than any paid crew. There was no^jriping, no figuring of overtime or who was straw boss. According to a bystander, many people were impressed with the strong character of these men as they toiled together. Without the undertaking of this project by the Ruritans, reconstruction would have been impossible. “FELLOWSHIP with God and man and service” are the goals of each Ruritan member as they work together for the betterment of the community. Mr. and Mrs. Priest and their family expressed profound gratitude for all of the generous assistance they have received since their misfortune a year ago. Merry Christmas and a Health} Happy New Year to My friends in Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties Walter Sirvault Lee and Wrangler Jeans-Carhartt Overalls and Jackets...Heavy Duty 4 and 5 buckle artics...Knee Boots and Hip Waders...Redwing, Wolverine and Endicott Johnson Shoes and Boots...Quilted and Thermal Underwear ...Rain Coats and Rain Suits. CORDUROY WORK PANTS COMPLETE LINE HUNTING CLOTHES including Saf-T-Bak and American Field. Sweat Shirts, assorted colors. Heavy Flannel and Wool Shirts. Also Camping Equipment. Christmas Trees and Candy. ALVIN B. STOKES CLOTHING STORE Work Clothes— Shoos — Household Moving *33 K. MAIN STREET FRONT ROYAL, VA. 32*30 Telephone ass-4437

WOODVILLE By IfRS. JUNE CLARK. The Rappahannock County Garden Club will continue its greens sale tins weekend, December 15 and 16 at Quail Call Farm, home of Capt. and Mrs. William Keim near Amissville, who also have a tree farm. Many artistic greens decorations will be available along with bows, cones and other articles. At Quail Call Farm, persons may select and cut their own Christmas tree or pick one from those already harvested. Mrs. Howard Holschuh of Rock Mills and Mrs. Dale Metzinger, Sperryville, were among those busy this week making articles for the sale. Mrs. Frances Conners was hostess to the Woodville Homemakers Club Tuesday evening for its annual Christmas party and exchange of gifts. Attending were Mrs. Raymond Johnson, Mrs. Lacy Orange, Misty Hitt, Mrs. Amos Butler, Mrs. Carter Ellis, Mrs. H. B. Wood, Jr., Mrs. Mabel Burke, Mrs. Buster Hitt, Mrs. James Falls, Mrs. Henry Wood, Mrs. Maurice O’ Bannon, Mrs. B. G. Titchenell, Sue Titchenell and Mrs. Joel Daczewitz. Games were played, gifts exchanged and a social hour and refreshments were enjoyed. Saturday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Buster Hitt were Mr. and Mrs. Sam Johnson of Stafford, Mr. and Mrs. Lacy Fincham of Manassas. Mrs. Mary Botts Quaintance and Bridgett Brown were Sunday dinner guests of the Henry Wood family. Called here by the sudjden death of the Titchenell infant were Mr. and CHRISTMAS CLEARANCE Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 4 You And Your Family Are Invited To Our — OPEN HOUSE! FREE REFRESHMENTS ^THURSDAY, FRIDAY ADD SAYURDAY RIANT TILL t:30 F.H. Register For Door Prize Drawing At 9x30 Saturday Come See—Come Touch—Come Compare No One Can Beat Our Prices On FRIGIDAIRE APPLIANCES New Stock Of Freezers Are Ini See Our New Touch & Cook Rangel ¥e Take In Trades—No Money Down On Approved Credit TH ANNUA $579.’! IThe ALBMOHT 'iMil SLMOl MARKOWITZ APPLIANCE CENTER Frigidaire Parts & Service Potomac Edison Bldg, r- Phonos 743-4400 uiray* Virginia 22835 Mrs. Sonny Robertson of Lexington, Ky., Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Moran and Mrs. Wayne Miller of Mannington, W. Va., who were guests of the Rev. and Mrs. Bi G. Titchenell. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Southworth of Doswell and Mr. and Mrs. Terry Bell of Luray were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Clark and Misty Hitt. A Christmas Program will be held in the Woodville Baptist Church Sunday, December 23 at 7 o’clock. Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Clark, Misty Hitt, Richard Burke and W. K. Lyne attended the quarterly meeting of the Northern Virginia Fox Hunters Association Friday night in Culpeper. Mrs. Raymond Johnson was hostess to the W.M.U. of Woodville Baptist Church for the Day of Prayer program Wednesday evening and was program leader. □ IN MEMORIAM A>< ji : JlllO ■ ‘A lUi In loving memory of our mother and grandmother i.ily Hughes who passed away one year ago December 18,1972. I cannot say, and 1 will not- say that she is dead— she is just away. With a cheery smile, and a wave of the hand she has wandered into an unknown land. And left us dreaming how very fair it need must be, since she lingers there. And you—0 you, who the wildest yearn for the old time step and glad return —think of her faring on, as dear in the love of There as the love of Here. Think of her still as the same. I say she is not dead, she is just away. Sadly missed by her daughter Frances Freeman and grandchildren and neice Mabel Fletcher. NO SALE TUBS. DEC. 25 FAVQUIEK LIVESTOCK EXCNANCE MH1II1. »*.

FIRE-RESCUE NOTES Sperryville Rescue Squad took the daughter of Mrs. Archie Dodson from home at Peola Mills to Culpeper Memorial Hospital December 7. Jake Fincham was taken December 10 from home in Sperryville to Culpeper Memorial and returned. December 11 Miss Annie Dodson was taken from home to Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Flint Hill Rescue Squad took Mrs. Virgil Wilson December 5 from home to Warren Memorial Hospital. Washington Rescue Squad on December 7 took Sandra Kay Grigsby from RCHS to Culpeper Memorial Hospital. December 8 Mr. and Mrs. Frank Starks were taken from accident on 211 to Warren Memorial Hospital. The Chester Gap Fire Department responded to a barn fire in Harmony Hollow, the property of the U. S. Beef Cattle Research Station, Wednesday night. □ Si Sez WHEN I WAS IN HIGH SCHOOL, and later while “going with” a college girl in my home town, they would “put on” a play titled: “The Importance of Being Earnest.” The plot seems vague, but the moral, I suppose, was that being earnest was a good quality to develop. Anyway, the hero was a guy named Ernest, -and having that name it was decided that he should become an important person. It was amusing with the college kids. The heroine would forget that she was Ernest and become Ernestine; as far as her voice was concerned. I want to consider the importance of being YOU, or just being yourself. Have you ever stopped to think that on this planet there is only one you out of 3 1/2 (?) billion people? Look-alikes, yes, but no real you. Even your reflection in the mirror is not you; it is reversed. When I was a young lad and noticing girls, it was one of the trite sayings of that time to ask them if there were more at home like them. There was a song that went something like this: “Oh, tell me pretty maiden, are there anymore at home like you?” It didn’t take me long to realize that though they might be identical twins or from the same locality, there is a certain quality about people that gives them individuality. Confucius say: “The superior man is slow in his words and earnest in his conduct.” Each of us is born under certain astrological influences, but though the stars impel, they do not compel, it is up to you to choose your own destiny. When God breathed into us and gave us living souls, they were living souls; not robots or zombies. It is our responsiblity to let our souls progress on this plane. So be earnest, beings with serious intent. Be yourself. But let that self be the best YOU.D WE HELP YOU. IT YOURSELFl Commonwealth i LUMBER AND HARDWARE CENTER m Lumber Hardware Building Materials □ Building Plans □ Garden Supplies □ Paneling O Ceiling Tile D .Insulation' □ Doors 1=1 Lawn Mowers □ Floor Tile , □ Millwork □ Flooring □ Moldings □ Formica (Laminated) □ Roofing □ Windows □ Wall Board □ Pegboard □ Plywood □ Power Tools □ Sapolin Paints □ Siding □ Sta-Dri Commonwealth Corporation Free Delivery 424 Manassas St. Front Royal 635-2176 On the RCHS Junior Varsity cheerleading squad are, Mae Dunn, Connie DelGrosso and Linda Atkins, in front; standing are Patsy Vest, Donna Cannon, Susan Coates and Connie Wharton. Photo By Susan Latham UDIEff BUCK . patent KNEE BOOTS JEW* _SM* vzM,ri* tors * INCH HARNESS BOOTS «N z4>pcr COUNTRY CUW MALT LIQUOR ; 12oi. cam Cat*** Meant • Pack ..$1.14 *T°IW "OUKtt *• AJM. to * CLERKS TO SERVE YOIJ * fflff GW WRAPPING MENS I0N6 SLEEVE ARROW Sport and Dress shirts $3.84 DIET RITE COIR 6 pole. 5f£ 2-6 pak. $|

Scouts sell trees RAPPAHANNOCK Boy Scout Troop 50, with headquarters in Amissville, has undertaken several interesting projects in re■ cent weeks and at present plans are under way for their annual sale of Christmas trees and holiday greens. d Trees will be sold the weekends of December 1516 and December 22-23 at the old post office building in Amissville. Holly, mistletoe and running pine will also be available. In October this Scout Troop held an open house in conjunction with a weekend camp-out at the car nival grounds. The program consisted of skits, songs and presentation of skill awards and merit badges. In Troop 50, history was made in several ways. Ronnie Kelley was the first member from this troop to serve on the staff at Camp Rock Enon. While at Rock Enon, C. G. Lawrence, Stan Settle, Ronnie Kelley, and Clarence Dodson were tapped for the Order of the Arrow members. C. G. Lawrence was the first member to receive the Den Chiefs Cord of the Cub Scouts given for his assistance with the Cub pack.D SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE of VALUABLE TRACTS OR PARCELS OF LAND IN HAMPTON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA on the premises back of Pine Knott Inn and on the east of U. S. Route 211 between Washington and Sperryville, Virginia DECEMBER 22, 1973, at 10:00 A.M. Pursuant to and by virtue of a Decree of the Circuit Court of the County of Rappahannock, Virginia, made and entered on October 9, 1973, in the partition suit therein pending under the style of Havanna Grigsby Jeffries, et als. vs. Alethis Grigsby, et al., the undersigned, Mildred Fletcher Slater, Special Commissioner, will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder or bidders, on the premises, the following described tracts or parcels of .land, to-wit: l. “A certain piece or parcel of land in Rappahannock County, Virginia, Hampton Magisterial District...containing 5.48 acres, more or less...and adjoining the land of Leroy and Alice Porter near the Covington River. . The said land is described as Lot of the Darnel Russell Estate according to a plat of J. E. Sutphin dated 1918 and recorded January 10, 1919, in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, in Deed Book 29, at page 161. II. “A "lot or parcel of land situated in Hampton Magisterial District lying on the Covington River between Washington and Sperryville and containing 2.87 acres and also known as Lot 18 in the division between the heirs of Lindsey Grigsby, Jr.” Said land is described in a survey and plat made by Sanuel F. Rixey, Surveyor, recorded January 2, 1937, in said Clerk’s Office in Deed Book 40, at page 406. m. All that certain piece, tract or parcel of land near Lee Highway between Sperryville and Washington containing 8 acres, and known as “Lot 13” as set forth on the plat and survey of S. F. Rixey, Surveyor, recorded in ^aid Clerk’s Office as aforesaid in Deed Book 40, at page 406, LESS AND EXCEPT: a portion thereof containing 2 acres from the front of Lot 13 conveyed by David Grigsby to Joseph Holland and Lilly Holland by deed dated April 17, 1945, and recorded April 19, 1945, in said Clerk’s Office in Deed Book 45, at page 481. TERMS OF SALE: CASH—Ten per cent(10%) of the total purchase price shall be paid to the Farmers and Merchants National Bank, Flint Hill Office, General Receiver of this Court to the credit of this cause and the deposit receipt delivered to the Special Commissioner on the day of sale, and the balance of the sale price shall be paid said General Receiver and the deposit receipt delivered to the Special Commissioner within ten days after the date of sale. ^ Sales of the above tracts shall be subject to the approval and confirmation of the Court. MILDRED FLETCHER SLATER, Special Commissioner Sperryville, Virginia Telephone: (703) 987-8688 Students of Wakefield Country Day School at Huntly held a Christmas assembly Tuesday in the auditorium which included readings, songs and carols and the lighting of the Advent Candle. The school is attended by students from grades one through five and is owned and directed by Mr. and Mrs. William Lynn. This is=the first year of operation. Enrollment is about 40 students. CHURCH NOTICES At Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church — Sperryville. A Christmas Party for the Sunday School Teachers and staff will be held December 16 at 7 p.m. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gore. A Christmas program on Sunday, December 23 from 10 - 12 which includes Sunday School and a worship service followed by a special program. A candlelight service on December 24 at 7:30 p.m. The 11:15 a.m. worship service at the Sperryville United Methodist Church on December 16 has been cancelled. ‘A pageant, “Why the Chimes Rang” will be presented that night, December 16 at 8 p.m. Dr. Narvey Ashby, Dis trict Superintendent Charlottsville, will be in charge of a candlelight and communion service on Sunday, December 23 at 8 p.m. at the Sperryville United Methodist Church. The F.T. Baptist Church, near Sperryville will present a Christmas program “The Colors of Christmas” on December 23 at 7:30 p.m.D The Christmas program at the Amissville Baptist Church is scheduled for Friday, December 21 beginning at 7:30 p.m.D The annual Christmas program at the Amissville United Methodist Church this year will feature the Hinton Avenue United INCREDIBLE VALUE! THREE-STONE RING FOR MOTHER ADD STONES *2495 An elegant 10K white or yellow gold ring for Mother. How about a favored aunt7 Select atones for each niece and nephew. Priced with one stone. (Additional stones $5 each.) NO DOWN PAYMENT ON REVOLVING CHARGE ACCOUNTS Five Convenient Waye To Buy: Revolving Charge. Cuilom Charge. RankAmericard. Matter Charge. Layaway JEWEL BOX DIAMOND SPECIALISTS FOR OVER SO YEARS 21S E. Main, FRONT ROYAL, t3S-*010 Methodist Chancel Choir. 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Streagle graduates DAVID W. STREAGLE, a Warrant Officer in the U. S. Marine Corps, was graduated Thursday from the F.B.I. National Acada emy at Quantico after completing a 12-week course. He was amont the more than 250 students who came from every state in the union, 11 from foreign countries, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. They were state, county and city law enforcement personnel, members of the military services and F.B.I. agents. Mr. Streagle is presently associated with CID at the Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, N.C. He has served 15 years with the U.S. Marine Corps at stations in Formosa, Hawaii, Vietnam, North and South Carolina. He is married to the former Elizabeth Latham of Amissville and they have 7 two children, Shannon and Marc. Attending the graduation exercise Thursday were Mrs. Streagle, Mrs. David Hoadley of Falls Church, Mrs. Sally Mann of McLean, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Kephart of Herndon, Mrs. John Peck, Spotsylvania, amd Mrs. Sarah Latham, Amissville. □ FLINT HILL NEWS 5 The Flint Hill Homemakers Club will meet December 18 at the home of Mrs. Paul Miller at 7:30. Mrs. Virgil Wilson is a patient at Warren Memorial Hospital. Mr. Wilson is staying at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carson Lillard. Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Burford and Mrs. E.M. Eastham were Mr. and Mrs. Philip Eastham and son Mark of Hume. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Miller were Saturday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lewis Miller, Jr. at Odenton, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McCulloch of Falls Church were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. M.H. Brady. Sunday visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Brady of Arlington and Robert Brady. ■ Mrs. Joseph Scherschel - was a visitor Friday in Washington, D.C. Saturday night dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. William E. Noakes were Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Lambert of Front Royal. a Mr. and Mrs. William Kines of Hume were Sunday afternoon visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Will Putnam. Guests Sunday at a surprise dinner party for Mr. and Mrs. Greg Neuman of Minneapolis, Minn, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Walker were George Johnston and two sons and Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Mrstik, all of Alexandria, Thomas Friend, Ken Gay and Mrs. Karen Myers and son, all of Falls Church. Weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard were Mrs. Lillard’s brother Ellis Cloud and Miss Mary Drake of Arlington. Saturday visitors were Milton Smith and Pete Lillard of Manassas.□ MAKE YOUR HEADQUARTERS FOR THIS SEASON'S SHOPPING * FREE GIFT WRAP * Ladies and Mens Florsheim Shoes Manhattan Shirts Party. Shoes and Daniel Green Slippers The Junior Vanity basketball team at Rappahannock County High School has Milton Fletcher as captain and Larry Brown, co-captain; standing are Kevin Raney, Ronnie Nicholson, Fred Frye, Steve Payne, Aubrey Frye, Barry Adkins, Acy Frye, Cecil Smoot, Jesse Grigsby and Thomas Banks. Pony club The Rappahannock Hunt Pony Club is accepting new members and meetings are announced for the first and third Mondays of each month. Weather permitting, mounted meetings are planned for at least once a month. Interested persons are requested to contact Joanne Van Brederode for further information. Adult support is welcomed. □ Guest speaker The Rev. Daniel Menser of Hampton will return to be the guest speaker at the Washington Baptist Church on Sunday, December 16, at 11 a.m. He is a graduate of South - eastern Baptist Theological Seminary at Wake Forest, N.C. and is coming as a prospective minister for the Washington and Flint Hill Baptist Churches.□ CHRISTMAS PROGRAM The public is invited to the Christmas Program at the Rappahannock County Elementary School on Thursday morning, December 20, at 9:30. School will close for the Christmas holidays December 20 at 2 p.m. and will reopen on January 2.D WANTED SCRAP CAST IRON ■ t ■ * Wa ara now paying *2*00 P"®*'** Any QuantMas. Daiivarad to out yanl In Culpapar. Bingham & Taylor Foundry 925-8334 Culp«p«r, Virginia P SpWTVoo. To your LlCcTrxcoii *r PVombi'n^ 'VtTtc *1W*T -ServiU

Rappahannock permit RAPPAHANNOCK County Supervisors agreed last Thursday to consider a request by Health Director R.S. LeGarde to review their procedures for issuing building permits. Currently, an applicant first obtains a health permit through LeGarde’s office, then applies to the county zoning administrator to see if his plans conform to the county’s land use plan. LeGarde contends that the zoning decision can be made in the office, while his work requires an onsite inspection. "It you can’t have a house on a ^ite in the first place there is no point in our spending a half day there looking at it,” he reasoned. Other jurisdictions handle the inspection procedure this way, according to LeGarde, but the law is spelled out in reverse in Rappahannock. Commonwealth’s Attorney George Davis noted that the zoning office frequently makes on-site inspections too. The supervisors agreed to consider the. matter. IN WHAT he called "a reversal of the normal funding flow” LeGarde presented the supervisors several checks. One, for $920 from the state, was for a school dental clinic. Another for $113.24 was unused money after the GIFTS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILYOpen Nites till 9:00 Starting Friday 14th-22nd 2 Bis Sales Fleers LEIHE R’S DepertBeit Sure Dawtawa Calpepsr REGULAR ACTION . FRIDAY NIGHT December 7- 7:30 pm JENKINS AUCTION HOUSE Sperryville, Virginia located at intersection of Routes 522 and 211 Articles from an estate in Culpeper will be sold ANTIQUE FURNITURE USED FURNITURE ANTIQUE GLASSWARE NEW GLASSWARE ITEMS FOR EVERYONE JOHN WALKER JENKINS Auctioneering Service Phone 987-8211 Large seating capacity. Plenty of parking space. Come early and browse, through. SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM 0 Health Department closed their accounts for the fiscal year. Another $211.76 was collected in fees. LeGarde added that he was making no request for funds. Davis jokingly asked if the health office was still functioning. “I’d be happy to have this group call on us for a family planning clinic,'' LeGarde quipped. LeGarde also asked the board to think about a larger and more*,esthetically pleasing” office for his staff. He noted that improved quarters could be simple. . “I can draw it myself WASHINGTON NEWS -•»»««« Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lillared of Rapidan were recent dinner guests of Mrs. Matilda Walker. Mr. and Mrs. Rufus A. Baines and sons Bobby and Lee moved last week to their newly constructed home at Ben Venue. Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Jones spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Crowder at Blackstone. Sunday dinner guests of the Rev. and Mrs. Jennings Hobson were Mr. and Mrs. David Keener and children of Manassas. Miss Annie Miller Almond returned to her home Sunday from Culpeper Memorial Hospital accompanied by Misf Mary Miller Wood. Mrs. L. J. Turner was a supper guest Saturday of her son Dr. John Turner and children in Warrenton. Trenton Burke of Culpeper was a luncheon guest Friday of his mother Mrs. Guy Burke. Mrs. W. M. Fletcher spent several days this week with Mr. and Mrs. Nick Slater in Richmond. Saturday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Burke were Mr. and Mrs. John Metzger of Lorton and Cletus Burke of Front Royal. Mrs. W. A. Curtis is visiting her son-in-law and daughter Capt. and Mrs. David Collins in Laurel, Md. Bucky Edmonds of Front Royal was a Sunday guest of Mrs. J.M. Lillard. Her guest Thursday was Miss Evette Fraley of Shepherdstown, W.Va. Mrs. Jesse Ward was an overnight guest Friday of her sister Mrs. C.O. Raymond of Warrenton and attended the Hayloft Dinner Theatre Club in Manassas. They were accompanied by Mrs. Geoffrey Cooper of Fairfax. ' Mrs. T.L. Eastham and son Lindsay were visitors Friday of her uncle Arthpr M. King and Mrs. King in Snow-making begins Snow making machines were at work all dayTuesand the slopes will be open Friday, December 14. Snow making equipment got a gift Idas that wW haap tha Christmas spirit ringing yaar ’round. Qhra an satanaion talaphona to that apodal semoono on your ChrMmaa gift Hat in a color and stylo that Is aura to pioaso. With soma gtfta, you worry that thay'll alraady hava ono. With axtanslon talophonoa. thara'a always a room lor ono moro. Order your gift talophonoa now, our olvoa ara waiting. but you might get an expert to straighten out the lines’' ’ he said. “You’ve made this pitch six times,’’ Chairman Newbill Miller said. “I know I’ve heard it three,” Supervisor Pete Luke laughed. “Well, I make a good pitch,” LeGarde said.L Alexandria. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lee Smith were weekend guests of their son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs.* Duane Dillard and family at Greencastle, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Conover and daughter Beth of Woodstock were weekend guests of Mrs. Conover’s mother Mrs. F. Downing Wood at Sunnyside. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wayland and sons Eddie and Mike were Sunday visitors of the former’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Ashby Wayland. Mrs. Charlie Jenkins spent several days last week with her son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Butler and family in McLean.Q «».s .-n o;-' was in operation at 6 a.m. Tuesday, and reports were that slopes will be in good condition by Friday. The key bar lifts and the pony lifts for beginners will be in operation when the area opens. □ Get the most from life Review your life insurance program periodically. Make wire it still matches your family's changing needs and your added responsibilities. Stats Farm and I can help you get what you want out of life. Lot mo show you how. JOHN T. “TOM" : GRIFFIN 203 S. Main St. Culpapar, Va. 22701 tu-nii •TATI FARM LIFE £*Ul^eiMBiraPANV

Aspects of land use taxes explained A LANDOWNER using the land use tax is providing a service and, like the garbage crew or highway builder, he too must be paid for that service, Paxton Marshall told members of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection at a meeting last Friday night. Marshall is extension specialist in the public policy department of agricultural economics at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. The concept of the land use tax as a service that must be funded is often overlooked, Marshall said. “When the tax is applied the non-qualifying residents of a locality must realize that they are agreeing to pay the difference,” he explained. ^ Land use tax permits property owners who have land in open space, forest or agricultural and horticultural purposes to be taxed at a special rate based on the use of that land, not on its fair market value. The service they provide in exchange for a lower tax rate is to maintain that land as a productive resource, Marshall said. RICHARD McNEAR, planning engineer for Fauquier County, who was attending the meeting, pointed out that another service provided by the landowner was keeping the land out of development, thus slowing an overall tax increase. Fauquier is one of three northern Virginia counties that have enacted the tax; the others are Loudoun and Prince William. Marshall stated that the general intent of the land use special assesment is to dedicate the qualifying land to public benefit by providing a source of agricultural, horticultural, and forest products and of open space within reach of population concentrations. This legislation is also intended to help prevent erosion, protect water supplies and preserve areas of scenic beauty, Marshall said. He added that the Constitution of Virginia, adopted in 1970, specifically provides for the sub-classification of land. Radford graduate Miss Betty L. Jenkins of Washington, Va. was graduated from Radford College recently during the fall quarter commencement exercises at the college. She received a bachelor’s^ degree in early childhood' education. ? Miss Jenkins is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Jenkins and was graduated in 1969 from Rappahannock County High School. □ Marshall was asked why a golf course was eligible for a lower tax rate. He explained that it would qualify as “open space for public benefit” only if i1 were a public course, not a private club. “The problems of cemeteries is another that always arises,” he said. “We haven’t decided yet just how to deal with that.’ THE SPECIAL land use assessment is granted foi the use of the land, not te an individual, Marshall said. Thus the benefit car be transferred as long a: the buyer maintains the intended use. During the first year o assessment, taxes foi some of those qualifyinf actually increases, Marshall said. “This will happen initially because equity increases,” he said. A member of the audience asked why such '< tax was necessary. “Can’ you control land use ty znnincr?” she inauired. “No, zoning alone is not effective in maintaining land in agricultural use,” Marshall answered. Zoning laws permit commercial and residential property to Mnibble away” at farmland. But commercial and residential land is never rezoned for agricultural pur poses. “Thus there is no real zoning at the agricultural level," he said. MARSHALL SAID a major weakness in the Virginia land use legislation is the lack of a contract. Because the lower tax here is considered merely an “incentive” to keep the land in one of the four qualifying categories, the people who are paying for this service have no assurance that it will continue, he said. Marshall noted that some other states require such a contract.—P.K.P. HUNTLY NEWS MRS. BESSIE^ PAJffCgi Edward Clark of Flint ; Hill was guest speaker at the Sunday morning worship service in Willis Chapel United Methodist r Church. Sunday afternoon Mr. and r Mrs. Aubrey North called ' on the Rev. Malcolm Maples at his home in Flint r Hill, where he continues convalescing. Mr. and Mrs. John Scott L and Jay of Front Royal were Sunday guests of her par; ents, Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Williams. Benton Houghton broke his foot Friday at his work when struck by a flying limb. Mr. and Mrs. James Scott were hosts to the following Sunday dinner guests: Mr. and Mrs. William Hall, of Harrisonburg, Mr. and Mrs. Richie Mahoney and Crystal Ramey of Front Royal, and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kenny of Linden. Penny Chadwell, 12-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. La#rence Chadwell, recently rebroke her arm before it was completely healed from a previous break, making a record of three breaks in the same place in two years. Mrs. Chadwell and children and her mother, Mrs. Laura Fidler, visited Mrs. Doris Smith and Mrs. Betty Jenkins on Strasburg Road Sunday. The Christmas program at Willis Chapel Methodist Church will be held Thursday evening, December 20 at 7:30. A welcome is extended to all.D GRASS SHEAR 1 Along odgoo, undar lancas. around I tfoaa. agaTnal walla . . . lha varaatUal OiMlon CordlaM Elactrie Oraaa Shaar| dalivara "pu»h.button liimiping" r"- * 18.88 f: UPRIGHT /GRASS mtS'Jm*** SHEAR dtlhMiini» kMatilvl trim li ■s§j*i* 26.88 FREE CIFT WRAPPING •stm ■IWCYCLEI ■ WAGONS -VOLLEY BALLS ■ BASKETBALLS • BADMINTON SITS • ICE SKATES dliixMfarMMaad, ■ ABtMFLES •TMEXWATCMS aad CLOCKS - ELECTRIC RAXORS ■ ELECTRIC COMBS . for kqfi «d |M ■ FIREPLACE FIXTURES ■MIMKftMr TmIi ILKCTRIC ~J mK^k 'JBBki TOASTERS ... POPCORN POPPERS W WAFFLE IRONS ^3£5*ftv V HAIR SETTERS* J \ DRYERS "4a **-&0*^ BLINDERS* _ AS lOXERS 9WC1-1'-. 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Rappahannock trailer sparks a long RAPPAHANNOCK County’s four-year fight to remove an illegally located trailer is apparantly at a standstill. In 1968, Archie and Annie Clatterbuck located a trailer in an agricultural zone without obtaining a use permit. General Noce, county zoning administrator at that time, informed them that the new zoninjg ordinance was already in effect when they moved the trailer to their property in Hampton District. The Clatterbucks then 1 applied for the use permit { but were denied. However, < they continued to keep the trailer on the property. General Noce sought an in- ] junction requiring them to remove it. The Clatterbucks argued in court that the zoning * ordinance restricting trailers was “unconstitutional and void.” They also maintained that the ordinance “takes indivi- | dual property without due ] process” and that enabling , ®he$final tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME “The Home of Thougntiui service CEMETERY MEMORIALS PMORE 125-1361 CULPEPER HERBS Hanging pots of Herbs Pots of Parsley Shallots Potpourri Jars Satchets Fragrant Moth Repellent Bags Flea Repellent “Pillows” for dogs. OAK FOREST GARDEN 7.7 ACRES of rolling wooded ground with hard surface road frontage. Private area with 25 acres Set aside for owners use. River frontage. $14,000 with terms. 22.5 WOODED ACRES with long state road frontage. Excellent views, spring and some split rail fencing. $25,000 with terms. 76.6 ROLLING ACRES of pasture and woodland. 3 streams, nice pond site and mountain views. Road frontage & R/W. Fenced. $76,500 with terms. V * 55 ACRES in Madison County. About 35 acres in fenced pasture including small orchard. Balanced in woodland with poplars and walnuts. Long road frontage on two sides. 3 room log house, 1/2 acre stocked pond. $48,900 with owner financing. PANORAMA REALTY SPERRYVILLE, VIRGINIA 997-1*40 John Barbour • i 987-8608 Maurice O’Bannon967-8713 C. Keeton Barnes987-8619 Junes W. Leake987-8236 egislation which wouia [rant the county suchauth►rity did not exist. CIRCUIT COURT Judge tayner Snead disqualified himself from the case. Judge Harold Purcell held in favor of the defendants in August of 1970, ruling that the ordinance did not specifically provide that AMISSVILLE NEWS Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Laing lave returned to their home Junree farm after spending several days with Dr. and drs. Robert Rutherford tnd family in Peopr, 111. Mrs. David Hoadley of ♦’alls Church was anafterloon visitor Sunday of her nother Mrs. Sarah Laham and Susan. Mrs. Annie Cooke was a juest for the weekend of Mr. and Mrs. Willard bright in Falls Church. Mr. and Mrs. Burrell Luttrell and children Judy ■md David of Reston were dinner* guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Denlis and L. H. Luttrell. Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Doyle spent from Sunday until ruesday in Silver Spring, Md. with Mrs. Sandra Todd ind Candy. Sunday callers of Mrs. Fletcher Osborne were Mr. md Mrs. D. D. Sanford of Warrenton and Theodore Sanford of Stanley. Last Thursday, Willie Devers of Alexandria visited Mrs. Osborne. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Clatterbuck celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with a reception Sunday held at the social hall of the Amissville Methodist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Tilley of Fairfax were visitors Saturday of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Zinn. Tuesday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Pierson were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Whitcraft of Fairfax. Jeannine and Phoebe Pierson had a slumber party Saturday having as guests Heather and Beth Fannon, Cathy Romine, Lisa and Vickie Kellison, Karen Hill, Angie and Joanie Facchina and Jennifer Murk. Mr. and Mrs. Karl Nicholas of College Park were Saturday guests of their son and daughterin-law Mr. and Mrs. Farrell Nicholas. Mr. and Mrs. Fulmer Miller of Doylestown, Pa were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ivar Jacobs and Kenneth at Millview Farm and also attended the Middleburg Hunt.D Trail ride The Trail Riders of Rappahannock will try again this Sunday, hoping for better weather. The ride will leave promptly at 2 p.m. from Walter and Barbara Kilby’s Christmas red barn on Route 231, Sperryville. Directions: Take 211 into Sperryville, turn left on 522 at the Emporium, continue on 522 until Route 231. Turn right and proceed 7 1/2 miles to the Kilby’s red barn on the right. For questions, call Patty Alexander at 675-3307.□ the zoning administrator could proceed by way of injunction. Meanwhile, E. A. McNear, who replaced Noce as zoning administrator, and the county, appealed. In January of 1972, the Virginia State Supreme Court overruled the earlier decision and ordered that Purcell rehear the case. The county has not yet asked Purcell for a retrial. Rappahannock Commonwealth’s Attorney George Davis does’not know when he will be able to pursue the case. “There are just too many things of magnitude going on in Rappahannock County for one pidling trailer to matter,” he said.—Pekay Pettus ORDER OF PUBLICATION VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY RE: JOHN ANDERSON To: The Heirs of John Anderson, if living, or if they be dead, the widow or widowers, heirs, devisees, and successors-in title of The Heirs of John Anderson, whose names and addresses are unknown, and who are made parties hereto by the general description of parties unknown. You are hereby notified that a tract of land described as follows: John Anderson Address Unknown Adj 0. R. Colbert 25.00 Acres MM HBia FABULOUS FURNITURE VALUES To select from for ideal gifts * Appliances * Televisions ’“ Lamps, Mirrors and Pictures * End Tables Coffee Tables m\ Bedroom Furniture and Bedding Please the whole family. * Living Room and Dining Room Suites Super-Duper Prices on all lines PAULS MAYTAG Front Royal, Va. - 635-4203 in Jackson Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, was sold on the 10th day of March, 1941, for delinquent taxes, levies, interest, and costs to the Commonwealth of Virginia and application for the purchase thereof has been filed in this office. And it apprearing from the records of this office that you are interested in said land, you are further notified to appear in four months from the date of this notice and do what may be necessary to protect your interests. . Given under my hand this 21st day of November, 1973. E. M. Jones, Clerk Circuit Court Rappahannock County, Virginia T. C. Lea, Jr. Counsel for Applicant Culpeper, Virginia A Copy Teste: E. M. Jones. Clerk

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Rappahannock Jaycees were the victors in the basketball game last Thursday when they played the AU American Redheads. Those girls were somthing, but the local guys took the win. Among the men on the Jaycee team were Julian Brown, Franklin Hitt and C.E. Dodson, in front; Jimmy Cannon, Fred Fisher, Kent Henry, Bobby Settle, Dean Halm, Bill Settle, Frances Updike, and Joe Allen. Social Security advice A FALL and winter bride’s list of “things to do” should include changing her name on social security records, according to Mrs. Hazel F. Crumpton, social security district manager in Winchester. When she changes her name, the new bride is keeping her social security earning record accurate and up to date, Mrs. Crumpton said. “Any earnings lAW U W KEEP THEM WARM THIS CHRISTMAS THE COUNTRY STORE has presents galore that will be especially welcome during this energy crisis. • 100% wool Shetland Sweaters for men and women.$18.50 o Handmade Mitten, Hats and Scarves.. ..From $4 o Antique English Footwarmers...$12 o Quilts, antique and newly crafted...From $20 • Viyella Ascots...$11.50 All beautifully made and reasonably priced to make gifts you will be proud to give. Wednesday 11-5 Saturday 10-6 Friday 12-5 Sunday 12-6 after her marriage, can then be correctly credited to the same record.” “Her earnings record determines the amount of her cash benefits—and not just for when she retires,” Mrs. Crumpton « added. “The disability and survivors programs also provide protection for the young bride and her growing family during her working years.” A NEW bride can change her name by calling, writing, or visiting any so cial security office, according to Mrs. Crumpton. Or, she can get a form at any post office and many employer personnel offices. Mail the completed form with the old social security card attached to 20 S. Cameron St., Winchester, 22601.□ This Christmas it’s wise rxZ] to give BULOVA As featured in our gilt catalog. Come in. picl up your copy today. Jet Star "F" Automatic. Instant change date and day. 17 jewels. ■ Goddess of Time “BCT White hour markers. Taupe dial. 17 jewels. THE JEWEL BOX, Inc. CULPEPER'S MODERN JEWELERS 118 N. Mill St. CnlpnM'r Vi. •45-0011 OBITUARIES H. R. Walter Henry R. Walter, 84, of Falls Church died December 12, 1973. He was a native of Amissville, Rappahannock County. Surviving Mr. Walter are two sons, Charles Walter * of Clarksville, Md. and Richard Walter of Vienna; two sisters, Mrs. Flora Latham of Viewtown and Mrs. Ella Rowzie of Falls Church. Funeral arrangements were not complete at press time.P Mrs. Russell A funeral service for Mrs. Roberta Magdalene Russell of Sperryville was held at Hopewell Baptist Church Saturday, conducted by the Rev. U.S. Brokenburr. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mrs. Russell, 82, widow of Harvey Robert Russell, died December 4, 1973 at The Towers in Charlottesville following a long illness. A native of Sperryville, she was the daughter of the late James Arthur and Florence Terry Engham. She is survived by one son, JaJnes D. Russell of Washington, D. C.; five grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Pallbearers were Charles Williams, Jr., Morris Carter, Howard Butler, ' David Brown, Lewis S. Butler and Thomas S. Wigington.D =» Titchenell Funeral services for Kevin Gale Titchenell, three-month-old sonofMr. and Mrs. Michael D. Titchenell of Culpeper, were held Monday at Woodville Baptist Church, conducted by the Rev. B. Gale Titchenell. Burial was in the Woodville Cemetery. The infant died December 8, 1973 at the home of his parents. Besides the parents, survivors include a sister, Angela Lynn Titchenell of Culpeper; a maternal grandmother, Mrs. Shirley Robertson of Lexington, Ky., and paternal grandparents, the Rev. and Mrs. B. Gale Titchenell of Woodville. □ Attendii« the annua! firemen’s banquet at The Plains last Friday night were Kenneth By waters and Levi Atkins Jr. of Amissville. wmviGfflm New and Used Cars and Trucks PIEDMONT Chevrolet-Oldsmobile, Inc. & •14 N. Main St Phona 825-2161 Culpapar, Va.

Dog tag fees are raised, tentatively RAPPAHANNOCK County Supervisors agreed last Thursday to catch up on dog warden Jack Bruce’s salary immediately, and tentatively raised the fee scale for dog licenses. Bruce has not been paid since last March because the fund for his $200 monthly salary was depleted by claims. Money derived from the sale of dog licenses is supposed to pay Bruce and reimburse owners who have had livestock killed by dogs. The new fee scale is designed to prevent depletion of the fund next year. Meanwhile, Bruce will be paid from the county’s general operating fund. When enough is collected through the sale of licenses, the money will be returned to the general fund. Under the new scale, dog owners must pay $5 to license a female dog, $3 for a male dog and $3 for an unsexed female. A kennel of 15 dogs will be licensed for $30 and a kennel of 25 dogs for $50. Dogs of the German and Belgian Shepherd breeds will be more expensive. Tags for any dogs with as much as one-fourth of these breeds will cost $10 for a female, $5 for a male and $5 for an unsexed female. THE NEW fees are effective now; however, a technicality required that they be approved subject to being approved formally at the January meeting. DOG TAG ORDINANCE RESOLUTION Pursuant to the authority granted the County of Rappahannock by Section 29*184.2 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, at amended, to levy license tax on dogs and in accordance with Chapter 204, Acta of the General Aaaembly of Virginia, approved March 30,1942, at page 428, (H B 432), and upon motion .of E. P. Luke, aeconded by J. R. Latham and passed, the following reaolution ia propoeed for adoption at the next regular meeting of the Board of Siverviaora of Rappahannock County on {December 6, 1973, commencing at 10:00 A.M.: BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Stverviaora, that die Dog Licenae Tax Ordinance of Rappahannock County be a interceded and reenacted aa follows: SECTION 1. It shall be- unlawful for any person to own or keep a dog six (6) months old or over in Rappahannock County unleai such dog ia licensed, aa required by the provisions of .this ordinance. Dog licenses shall run for the calendar year, namely, from January 1 until December 31, inclusive, and the license tax shall be paid at the office of the Treasurer. SECTION 2. It shall be unlawful for any person to import into, or to breed within, the County of Rappahannock, any German or Belgian Shepherd or any other dog having ooe-fourth or more of the Mood of either of them, without obtaining the license hereinafter provided for, SECTION 3. Each and every person owning any such dog of the breed, or blood mentioned in Section 2 of the ordinance, within the County of Rappahannock, shall after January the first, nineteen hundred and seventy-four, procure from the county treasurer a special license for such dog to be in lieu of all other licenses on such dogs, the tax on which special licenses shall be as follows: (a) For a female, ten dollars ($10.00) (b) For a male, five dollars ($5.00) (c) For an unsexed female, provided such female is successfully spayed as shown by a veternarian’s certificate presented to the Treasurer, five dollars ($5.00). SECTION 4. Each and every -person owning any dog other than the breed or blood mentioned in Section 2 of this ordinance within the County of Rappahannock, shall after January 1, 1974, procure from the County Treasurer a license for such dog, the tax on which shall he as follows: (a) For a female, five'dollars ($5.00) (b) For a male, three dollars ($3.00) (c) For an unsexed female, provided such female is successfully .spayed as shown by a veternarian’s certificate presented to the Treasurer, three dollars ($3.00). (d) Kennel, for 15 dogs, thirty dollars ($30.00). (a) Kennel, for 25 dogs, fifty dollars ($50.00). SECTION 5. Upon the application for any such dog license and the payment of the amount of the tax thereon, as fixed by this ordinance, the Treasurer shall issue in triplicate and deliver Ms receipt there* for to the applicant and a delicate thereof to the dog warden, setting out therein the date of payment, the year for which paid, and the sex and breed of the dog, and shall furnish to the owner of the dog a metal license tag to be provided by the Board of Supervisors of the County, of such form and design as the board may adopt, the serial number of which tag shall be set out in said receipt. SECTION 6. Any person owning or keeping any such dog within the County of Rappahannock without having paid the license tax thereon and secured a metal tag for such dog, as prescribed by this ordinance, shall be required to forthwith procure such license for said dog, or, at Ms option, permit the dog warden to kill the dog, wMch the dog warden shall forthwith do if such license he not paid; and the dog warden shall kill any such dog, of unknown ownership, found naming at large on which such license has not been paid. . SECTION ?. Provided however, that nothing in fids ordinance shall apply to any dog owned and used, or used, by a blind person as a guide dog. "" - An emergency existing, this ordinanoe shall become effective upon its passage. •- 4. • . " '? - ,r : * "t '• r ' . • .• j ' 1 A Copy Testae: jfe. t M* Jones, Clerk State law demands that a public hearing be advertised two successive weeks in advance. Due to a "printer’s error,” Thursday’s hearing was advertised only once. The Supervisors went ahead and held the hearing because some interested persons were present. If the supervisors change the policy at the January meeting, the county treasurer will reimburse dog owners who have already paid. Several persons who attended what they had thought would be a public hearing voiced the opinion that Jack Bruce’s salary should be paid before any claims. Some others doubted that the license fund would be large enough to cover both expenditures, even with higher tag fees. Supervisor Herbert A. Foster had computed the number of licenses issued last year, and with increased fees revenue would amount to $5,037^ next year. Ian Pryde suggested that the county institute a fine of $75 or $100 for anyone caught abandoning dogs. “Let’s build up this kitty with fines,” he said. “It’s worked where I’ve lived before.” Commonwealth’s Attorney George Davis noted that not having tags is a misdemeanor and is therefore subject to fines. Gene Wood said the problem of abandoned dogs is most acute in September. “They bring them in by the carload from down country, around Manassas and Fairfax. What happens is that the children go back to school and the parents don’t like having file pets under their feet. There are a lot of people who will take a dollar to pick up dogs and carry them to Rappahannock,” he said. GENE WOOD said he had watched as a “whole carload of dogs were pushed out” near his orchard. He recognized the man driving the car but would not disclose his name. H.L. Manwaring asked if depletion of the dog fund indicated that the number of livestock killed was increasing. George Davis didn’t think so. Jack Davis agreed with several supervisors who attributed the increased amount spent on claims to the higher value of livestock. “But we have more claims now with 1400 sheep in the county than when there were 14,000,” W. H. Lyne said.D Prize winners Rappahannock Jaycees have announced the winners of the prizes given away last Friday night. James Drummond of Alberta, Va. was the recipient of a shotgun, and the shotgun shells went to Ray Jackson of Sperryville. Dean Hahn, president of the Jaycees, expressed appreciation to all who participated in the fund raising campaign. He also announced that shooting matches are continuing every Friday night at Sperryville carnival grounds,□ GUEST CHOIR The Rev. John Pendleton and his choir and congregation from Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, Bentonville, will appear as guests at Promise Land Baptist Church, December 16 at 3 p.m. Benefit will go to the choir. Everyone is invited to attend. Fox-Kenney MISS SHARON K. FOX and Paul L. Kenney, Jr. were united in marriage Monday, December 3, 1973 by the Rev. Charles C. Payne, Jr. in Hagerstown, Md. Miss Fox is the daughter of Mrs. Edna Scott of Huntly and Charles R. Fox, Sr. of Front Royal, and the step-daughter of James Scott, Jr. Mr. Kenney is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul L. Kenney, Sr. of Linden. Their only attendants were Mr. and Mrs. WayneDerflinger of Linden. Miss Fox attended Rappahannock County High School and Mr. Kenney attended Warren County High School. He is employed by Atlantic States Tree Co. The couple will make their home in Linden. □ EARLY S CARPET SALES & SERVICE LAIGf DISPLAY-Of RATIONALLY KNOWN HANOI IMPORTED ORIENTALS ALSO REMNANTS FMfllftiA ALEXANDER SMITH EATCRAPT MOHAWK RARWICK MASLANB RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL CUSTOM BUDGET TERMS DRAPERIES • SLIPCOVERS (MAOE LOCALLY!' VISIT OUR SHOWROOM OR CALLPOR SHOP AT HOME SERVICE EXPERT RUG CLEANING CUSTOM * STOCK WIN DOW SHADES linoleums - Vinyls s tile WALL-TO-WALL CARPET INSTALLATIONS Call 937-4404 Amtwiiia, r„. Or 825-8232 121S. M«'» St, Catpapat, Pa. THE VILLAGE SHOP flint Hill, Va. COMESER Tues., Wed., Fri.andSat. 11-5 AM «. C OUAUTY THCATK NOW THRU SAT. Evenings at 7:30 p.m. Except Fri.-Sat. 7 & 9:35 Matinee Sat. at 2 p.m. SUN. THRU THURS. Evenings at 7 & 9 p.m. Matinee Sun. 2 p.m. front Hftyal FRI.-SAT.-SUN. Show starts at 7 p.m. Triple Horror Show HIT NO. 1 VS. COLOR by OeLuxe - B HIT NO. 2 iTB BlPPPv PGlT^W HIT NO. 3 ISHORROi IofiheBLOOD MONSTERS ALLMCW/AU.COLOR | |GP

RATES: Five cents per word for first insertion; 50< minimum charge, cash with order. Four cents per word each additional insertion same copy. If billed, add 25 cent booking charge. Cards of Thanks 50< minimum In Memoriams $1.00 minimum. Cash must accompany cards of thanks and memoriams. MASONRY CONTRACTOR —Will do brick, block, flagstone and concrete work, fireplaces, veneer, outdoor grills, patios arid retaining walls. Can supply references. Free estimates, John R. Eastham, Washington, Va. 675-3257. tfk Local carpenter with 15 years experience, free estimates. New and remodeling work. Complete construction. Mr. Baldwin 937-4978. tfk FOR SALE—’59 International Tractor and lowboy Trailer with 800 case front end loader. 937-4912. Ik LOCUST POSTS for sale. Mountain yellow. 987-8779. tfk Biggest open house display of Poinsettia in town, over 1500. Stovers Greenhouse Culpeper Prices start at $5,00. Shop quality and prices with us. Our expanded facilities will serve your every floral need from center pieces to weddings. Phone 825-9579. 12-20-k ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK Challenging and interesting position available to some one with accounts payable experience. Attractive fringe benefits. Salary open depending on experience. Interested parties should apply to Dan R. Crum. CULPEPER FARMERS CO-OP 825-2200 ^ EOE 12-20-k Small house or apartment with stable and paddock facilities for girl and one horse. Prefer location in northwest Fauquier Co. (near Orlean, Delaplane, Markham, Paris, etc.), in Rappahannock (near Flint Hill, Huntly), or in Clarke (near White Post, Millwood). Call 253-5228 during day or 825-8443 evenings. cc PAINT WORK WANTED— Interior, exterior. References supplied. George Peyton, Ben Venue Station Apt., Rt. 729, Amissville, Va. 1-10-k Will exchange caretakers’ responsibilities in lieu of partial rent of one bedroom modern cottage in Gid Brown Hollow to mature couple. References required. Apply in writing to Verner Jeffers, 2140 Lily Pond Drive, Falls Church, Va. 22043 12-20-k WANTED — CAR POOL or RIDERS to D.C. Leave Massies Corner approximately 5:05 a.m. Leave D.C. approximately 4 p.m. Call 675-3485. 12^13k CAN YOU USE MONEY? AVON representatives earn extra cash selling our famous products in their spare time. You can do the same. It’s easy to get started. Call collect now for details: Mrs. Constance McDearmon, Avon District Manager. Phone 825-1823. EOR SALE — 1972 New Yorker, automatic, power steering and brakes, airconditioned, AM/FM stereo, 4-dr. Sedan, new tires, turquoise and black vinyl top. $3500. Call 9374269i 12-20k Choose and Cut Your Own Live CHRISTMAS TRIE t Choose from a limited number of full-shaped fragrant Scotch pines, four to eight feet tall. For an old fashioned Christmas experience, bring the family, select your tree, cut your own Yule log with a two man cross cut saw, pick up some pine cones, w reaths, sprays. (Saws provided). SATURDAY, DECKMBER 15th ONLY I tt 5 V? Wasl’inSton. Virginia on L.S. 211,25 miles s£ns. f NVarrenton’ and fo»qw the Christmas tree PIANO TUNING—25 years experience on all makes. Now living in Rappahannock County. Warren Dennis 937-4998 or 937-4365. tfk Signs made, mail boxes decorated. All types of lettering. Call Tim Hahn, 675-3480 after 5. 1-3-k ARTIFICIAL BREEDING— beef and dairy cattle. Will go any place. 675-3539. tfk FOR SALE—6 Angus cows carrying calves sired by registered Angus bull Weighty Oaks 3, who was sired by Picard of Wye. Phone 987-8370. Ip FOR SALE—’72 Vega Hatch Back, G.T., good gas mileage. $1,800 or best offer. Call Jeff Dworkin before 4:30, 675-3316. After 4:30, 675-3227. Ik FOR SALE—1971 Kawasaki motorcycle, 90CC - 1800 miles, like new, shield, 26” torson bar, 2 helmets, facial shield. Call 675-3671 or see Danny Fletcher. 1-10-p NO HUNTING on my property without written permission. George K. Miller 1-5-p Fauquier Laundry — Hiding Apparel & Horse Blankets our Specialty. Warrenton, Va. 347-2231 No hunting or trespassing on the property of Clark and Flora Jones in Wakefield District. 1-17-p NO HUNTING on Mountain Green Farm. G.H. Sharp, owner. 12-20-k NO HUNTING or trespassing on my property. Roadcap Atkins, Amissville. tfk FOR SALE—Medium size Duo Therm old heater with 275 gal. tank and 57 gals oil. Call 987-8796. Ip NO HUNTING OR TRESPASSING on our property. Gilbert C. Cosden. 12-27-p FOR SALE —1956 Chevy Pickup, new paint, bucket seats, 4-speed trans., V-8 (283) engine, radio, Magtype wheels, new tires; 1949 Chevy Pickup with camper top. Charles R. Jenkins, phone 675-3376. 12-13-p NO HUNTING on my property in Swindler’s Hollow. Pat Berne. 12-13-p COME SEE our complete genuine Indian crafts and moccasin line, an ideal gift to delight your child Christmas morning. Many other beautiful gifts to complete your shopping list. COUNTRY MANOR GIFT SHOP, 2 miles west of Sperryville, 987-8761. Sperryville and Flint Hill Barbershops will be open until 5 o’clock Christmas Eve. The Sperryville shop will be closed December 25 and 26. Other shops maintain regular hours. __ FOR SALE — 2 hospital beds, adjustable head and foot. Call 937-4410. Ik Wanted urgently — two wooden wardrobes. Please call 675-3487. 12-20-p FOR__SALE—Hand" knitted afghan, beautiful colors, $35; a violin, excellent condition, over 50 years one owner, $100 or best offer. 937-4648. Ik THE ELECTRICIANS COMPANY OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY — Complete wiring service. Peter Kramer 675-3400 LOST — Around November 7, female beagle. Has bad right hind leg, brown collar. Please call 987-8761. 12-20-p IIU. LAtAVHllUn VUM* PANY OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY — Backhoe service, septic systems, footings. Peter Kramer 675-3400. BUILDING MATERIAL - No delivery charge for orders over $100. 2-8-3-10 Window - $22.45 Certainteed Roofing, 240 lb. Sealco - $11.95 No wonder the guy building one house or a small contractor, buys at Carpenters. Everything but wiring and plumbing. Just ask your friends who have bought at Carpenters, then call collect: Jim Carpenter Co., Inc. Madison, Virginia 948-4460 948-4322 MADISON LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC. DECEMBER 8,1973 Steers and Feeder Calves ' . 37.00 $50.00 Cows. 24.00 $33.50 Heifers.. 35.00 $44.00 Bulls.. 37.00 $43.00 Veal Calves.47.50 $72.50 Hogs..'...37.00 $40.50 Sows. .29.00 $33.00 Baby Calves, bh. 25.00 $60.00 LOST—Pointer dog, coloring liver and white, long white tail. Wearing red flea collar. Any information call 987-2031 or 9872041 between 2 and 5. Ik Signs made, mailboxes decorated. All types of lettering. Call Tim Hahni, 675-3481. 1-10-k FOR SALE—1970 Ford LTD hardtop; air conditioned, AM/FM stereo radio, power steering and brakes. $1100. Call 937-4156 after 5 p.m. Ik NOTICE To all customers of the Washington Beauty Shop. The Shop will remain open for business as usual after January 1. 12-20-k MOBILE FIXIT SERVICE— Will repair most anything broken in your home or farm. Call Ashton at 9878387 for free estimate, tfk SPORTSMINDED MEN & WOMEN SALES Opportunity with an international organization in your area. Attend an expense-paid 2-week school, be guaranteed $600-$1000 per month to start depending on your qualifications. Fantastic Hospital and Major Medical program for -you and your family, Pension and Savings program. Call COLLECT for a personal interview from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. If you are sportsminded, ambitious and willing to work, call COLLECT 804-288-1715. DO IT NOW!!! An Equal Opportunity Employer. FRANKS PLUMBING & HEATING Home Improvements Culpeper Planing Mill NEW INSTALLATIONS I Aluminum Siding Roofing • Guttering BACKHOE SERVICE SEPTIC TANK AND DRAIN FIELD INSTALLATIONS • PUMP SERVICE DEMINS PUMPS Q Dial 937-4139 Amissville, Va. jalousies • atom windows and Doors • Floor Covering Ceiling Tile • Aluminum Awnings Williamsburg Paint Wallpaper Swimming Pools 302 S. East St. Culpeper 825-1755