Rappahannock News, December 7, 1978

HOUSEHOLDS*!-p——p— 2,101 The County Family Newspaper Founded 1877 29th YEAR, No. 49 USPS 455580 10 Pages RICHMOND 19, VA. 23219 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7,1978 Washington, Virginia W fni lone 675-3349 %o'e] Member Since 1932 Homemakers Honor Katherine Rilev The standing ovation given Mrs. Katherine Riley Monday evening by her peers, members of the Amissville Homemakers Club, adequately described their feelings. Words could not. The event was the annual Christmas dinner meeting of the club, and at that time new yearbooks, dedicated to Mrs. Riley, were issued. Katherine is a charter member of the club, originally organized in 1932, and has held several offices. She has been treasurer of the organization for the past ten years and was unanimously named to that position again at Monday's meeting. Previously she had been its president for a two year period, and secretarytreasurer for a number of years between 1932 and 1957 when it disbanded. For the next five years the Amissville club participated temporarily with a Washington group. The present club was organized in 1963. Katherine has given demonstrations, helped with Ruritan dinners and fund raising luncheons, served as a 4-H leader, judged fairs, • helped with rummage sales and assisted many people with sewing problems. She has braided a 10x12 rug for her living room, caned chairs, made draperies, slipcovers and clothing for herself and others. She began a career as a seamstress when she was 12 years old, making clothes for her dolls. When she was 16, she began making her own clothes and sewed for others. Katherine estimates that she must have, over the years, made about five thousand garments, altered countless ones and made innumerable pairs of draperies and slipcovers. She worked with, and just recently retired from, Early’s Carpet Sales at Amissville where she was employed for 9 years. Retirement was impossible, though, for they still call on her occasionally for jobs which she does at home. ■‘1 guess the sewing which I most enjoyed are the wedding gowns and dresses though it has all been interesting. It has given me an opportunity to meet so many nice people and develop friendships,” Mrs. Riley said. “The most difficult jobs are alterations and slip covers, I believe, but one time 1 made Austrian drapes for a lady which were quite a handful). They are shirred on tape and then rings put on for manipulating.” Katherine has mended and altered huntsmen’s coats, took up tuxedos, made wedding veils to order when a commercial model wasn’t suitable and saved the day many times with her cheerful emergency service. She has been a devoted member of the Amissville Baptist Church for fifty years and arranges the church flowes four months of the year. In the 28 years she has prepared the communion. MRS. KATHERINE RILEY of Amiamlle w Homemakers Club at a Christmas party when they dedicated the new yearbook to her. Mrs Riley has been associated with the group since 1032. holding offices anil helping hold the group together in the absence of Extension Agents. She is a seam stress by profession, and a firm believer that “a stitch in time saves nine." >he forgot it three times. She ias taught for 35 years in the Sunday Schopl, is still a substitute teacher and has ierved on numerous comnittees. All of this time, with her lusband, she reared a niece from an infant until her marriage, and in recent wars, being an avid student if history, has comprised a family tree. “When I look at it, I realize how much is yet to be done before it is complete. Tomorro someone from a branch coming to visit and we will trade and share information.” Katherine was one of seven children of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Walter of Amissville and a direct descendent of the * .a Amiss family for whom the village was named. She is married to Stanish W. Riley, also a native of Amissville, who is a retired carpenter. The Homemakers yearbook states, "Katherine is always willing to share her knowledge. With her wit and oleasant manner, she is a jov to all who know her. *' Most of us will agree. Latham Piedmont Capital Outlay Payment Considered No Report On Program For County Schools Rappahannock missed oul on contributing to capital outlay expenditures for the regional Piedmont Technical School but it appears this oversight may soon be corrected. School Board Chairman Beverly Massie Beard To Visit Delegate George Beard, Rappahannock's Representative in the Virginia General Assembly, will be at the court house in Washington on December 12 from 3 to 4 p.m. to hear from county residents. Anyone with a concern relating to state law or policy is urged to come and speak with Delegate Beard. Under consideration in the upcoming session of the General Assembly that convenes on January 10 will be repeal of the Dillon Rule, revisions to enabling legislation for use value taxation and the Agriculture and Forestal District Act and a bill to authorize purchase of development rights under a proposed Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation. reported at the November 21 meeting that Piedmont's auditor is currently trying to determine each school division’s “equitable share" of capital outlay costs. Between 1967 and 1974, Rappahannock County didn't send pupils to Piedmont and didn't pay any of the capital outlay costs during that period. "Since Rappahannock students share the benefit of those capital outlay expenditures, I feel we have an obligation to repay this cost," Mrs. Massie said. She reported that the Piedmont Board had requested a decision by January on whether Rappahannock would be willing to contribute its share and had indicated that the county's percentage of capital outlay costs could be paid in monthly installments. “It seems to me we participated in some capital outlay expenditures,” recalled Board member Paul Nichols, suggesting that past School Board budgets be checked. "We’ve gone back in the minutes,” Mrs. Massie responded, adding that Superintendent William Bloomer had checked with former Superintendent O. A. Norton and with both the principal and executive director at Piedmont to verify that Rappahannock hadn't Santa*s On His Way On Thursday, December 14, at 3:30, Santa Claus will visit the Rappahannock County Library in Washington. He wants to see and listen to all the little girls and boys of the county and he’ll have a present for each one. Parents of pre-school and first grade youngsters are invited to bring the children along with their older brothers and sisters to the library’s Christmas party. There will be Christmas cookies, singing and music and a lovely Christmas story to hear. No need to traipse out of the county to some commercial shopping center when Santa’s coming to Rappahannock. paid for capital outlay between 1967 and 1974. Board member Alan Stokes interjected that he remembered an agreement to waive fees and proposed a consultation with Maurice O'Bannon, Rappahannock’s representative on the Piedmont Board. Bloomer reported that the county had contributed to operating costs but not to capital outlay expenditures during the seven years when no Rappahannock students were enrolled at Piedmont. Noting that budget figures in Rappahannock files correspond with figures from Piedmont, Bloomer said that the regional school was ‘‘attempting to establish equal equity from beginning to end” among all participating school divisions. According to the Superintendent, 50 students from Rappahannock attended the regional school in 1975-'76. 56 in 1976-’77 and 59 in 1977-’78. This year, he said, 88 students enrolled in Piedmont classes although he noted that “slightly less”—66 students—actually attended as of last week. The board agreed to table action on the county's contribution until December. When asked what the county owed towards capital outlay costs at Piedmont. Bloomer declined to give an estimate, explaining that each participating division's share hadn't vet been decided. Capital Outlay For Rappahannock Schools A previously adopted calendar set the November Board meeting for a report on proposed capital outlay programs to relieve over(Continued on Page 2) Lions Christmas Party The Rappahannock Lions will hold their annual Christmas party and Ladies' Night on December 13, at 6:30 p.m. in Trinity Episcopal Church parish hall. Dinner will be served by the Ladies' Auxiliary of the church. For reservations and additional information, contact special events chairman. Fanning Baumgardner. Coleman Upholds Supervisor Powers By IMI'HNK HCTCHINSOIN llnppiihannprk N. v,, No If W rit. r According to an opinion issued by Attorney General Marshall Coleman, a Board of Supervisors does not have to allow its advisory bodv, the local Planning Commission, the 90 days set by law in which to reach a recommendation on zoning ordinance amendments. IF the Supervisors stipulate a shorter time limit for a response. C olnnan's opinion, requested by Delegate George Beard, specifically refers to action by the R a p pa h a n n ock S u pe rv i sors in adopting amendments to the county zoning ordinance on September 7, lQ7g I he amendments, intended to clarity the ordinance and resolve litigation between the Rappahannock Ski Corporation. Supervisors and Board of Zoning Appeals, were proposed jointly on August 3 by Commonwealth's Attorney George Davis and Douglas Baumgardner, lawyer for the Ski Corporation. The amendments allow “outdoor recreation, including, but not limited to skiing, swimming pools, tennis courts and gravity slides" as a use allowed by right in all areas of the county where slopes are greater than 14 per cent and in all areas zoned general business or commercial. In addition, the amendments add “to promote profit or non-profit recreational activities facilities” to the ordinance’s statement of purpose and change the designation of the county's former conservation zoning category to “conservationrecreation." The impact of Coleman’s opinion appears to hinge primarily on a letter dated August 3 from Supervisor chairman E. P. Luke to Planning Commission chairman H. S. Barksdale, requesting that the Planners advertise jointly with the Supervisors for public hearings on the ski area amendments. Shorter Period Stipulated? Coleman notes in his opinion that the Virginia Code requires a local governing body to refer proposed zoning ordinance amendments to the planning commission for recommendation. The Code also requires a planning commission to report its recommendation to the governing body within 90 days “or such shorter period (Continued on Page 3) M L'MUl'Ow.' / vi' r 11 * • | . Rappahannock New* Photo/Daphne Hutchinson MEMBER:*. OF IIJE LOCAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS for the American ( an. . r Ninety proudly displayed that certificate acknowledging Rappahannock's ,nr l'amer N><',et> Bind drive last year. Ethel Bailev and Helen ■ nca.l held the certificate surrounded by (left to right) Vickie Slonnegar. Juanda Kodizcrs, Karen lomeden, Jennings Hobson and Mary Beth Martin. The Directors rep.tried that Doctors Gross. Harman and Schrum from the University of V ireinia cvamined »■> jieople at the skin cancer clinic held November 11. Twentyf‘>r skin problems that required further examination. The Rappahannock I nn of the American Cancer Society expressed appreciation to all workers w ho helped make the clinic a success. Wanted: Local Control On Local Destiny By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON KapfuKaniuxi Staff Writer “How many people here want to keep Rappahannock beautiful?” asked program director Howard Holschuh at last Friday's meeting of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. Everyone of the 30-some people in the audience raised their hands. t But RLEP wasn’t as successful encouraging agreement on how to go about preserving the county's unique character from the pressures of subdivision development. Differences in opinion prompted Newbill Miller, member of the Rappahannock Planning Commission and mayor of Washington, to remark that "people who are prozoning fighting among themselves" present a serious threat to the county's planning effort. Miller led the roundtable discussion between the audience and Board of Supervisors, represented by members H. B. Wood, Clarence Baldwin and Dick Latham. (Miller replaced Commonwealth Attorney George Davis as keynote speaker on the history of planning in Rappahannock after Davis was unable to attend at the last minute due to a previous engagement Supervisor Butch Eastham and Chairman E. P. Luke were also unable to attend because of conflicts with previous commitments.) No Planning “We felt we were planning but we weren’t," began Miller in reference to the county's adoption of zoning and subdivision ordinances in 1%2 and 1%8. “We adopted a subdivision ordinance that was economically prohibitive to subdividers...We had an economic barrier rather than a plan." Until recently, other counties have been more attractive to developers than Rappahannock, according to Miller. He maintained that requirements in county / ordinances played a significant role in discouraging subdivision growth. Here, he said, any development of five or more lots under 50 acres in size is considered a subdivision. While developments with 25acre lots and larger have to put in only "reasonable country roads” and comply with a few environmental restrictions designed to prevent erosion. Miller noted that subdivisions with lot size under 25 acres have to provide hard surfaced roads. "This is still economically prohibitive-but not as much so (as it was ten years ago)," he added. Stating that the county was currently beginning work on the comprehensive plan mandated by the state for adoption by 1980, Miller said “We think we’re going to plan but we’re really not.” Instead, he continued, the Planning Commission will try to make the comprehensive plan “ps restrictive as can be” while tying regulations and requirements to the protection of the general public’s health, safety and welfare. “1 don’t think there's a whole lot that the comprehensive plan will accomplish," he said, adding that he’d been discouraged by what the state will allow localities to do towards own determining their destiny. He criticized the village concept of encouraging growth around existing population centers that has been supported by Supervisor chairman and Planner E. P. Luke. 'I don't think it's the correct way to go...None (of the county's villages) are equipped to handle large increases in population,” said Miller "Washington has a water system that’s marginal, to say the least...We just drilled a dry, hOO-foot well.” He noted that Sperryville, the county’s only other community with any public utility, would soon have a ) V new sewer system but he added that the project had been approved and funded as a “no growth” system. In Washington, much of the land surrounding the town is marginal for wells and septic systems, according to Miller. “Public water and sewer is tremendously expensive,” he said. In addition, Miller maintained that adoption of a village concept could result in development of open spaces as well. He expressed concern that the courts would hold approval of development only around the villages as discriminatory. "Then we’d have to do the other too,” he added. According to Miller, low density and large lots are the key to maintaining Rappahannock’s rural character. “One 25-acre lot is better than five 5-acre lots,” he insisted. Large lots “have preserved Rappahannock County, they have preserved the tax base...Buyers of 25acre lots are not tax drains on the county,” he said. Asked about the possibility of adopting a cluster concept. Miller said he'd seen this principle at work in Fairfax County. (With clustering, a developer is generally awarded increased density in exchange for keeping development restricted to a (Continued on Page 5)

ELECTED TO OFFICES in the Vocational Industrial Clubs of America which in connected with Piedmont Technical Educational Center near Culpeper are local students. Stuart Brvant Lee. Donna J. Grigsby and Douglas Bywaters. HOBBY HOUSE CRAFT SHOP 501 Commerce Ave. Front Royal 635-7555 Holiday Ideas-make your ornaments, Wreaths, gifts. Open 11 - 5 Closed Thurs. Adult Recreation The adult recreation program sponsored by the Rappahannock Athletic Association will get under way this Thursday, December 7. at the high school gymnasium with mixed volleyball. The games will be open to men and women and will begin at approximately 7:30, immediately following the finish of high school basketball practice. On Saturday afternoons, beginning at 3 p.nt., the gym lutppaliaimurk iNVim; Rappahannock & Adjoining Counties per year $6.00 Elsewhere in the U.S. per year $7.50 ' Outside the U.S per year $6 00 plus postage SUBSCRIPTION RATES BY MAIL ALL PAYABLE IN ADVANCE Hpnmai NAME ADDRESS _ _ CITY _STATE_ /IP FrttHr»*() js st‘.'on<1 •> Ihs^ '”(nf P-ist Otficp m W.isR.i'ijti .i. v t ’ ■ p, pahann.Hh \,-ws •. published pver> Thursday at 39 ( wi(.« |,.- si. v\ .... v<j r»v Tht< W,l(if!’irn Pf.n!in.| ^ Pulihshmg Cn PO Ho»h3’ \\ imomi „ C1 2218b w PRINCIPLES OF REAL ESTATE eek Courses (Days) > or 7 Wk. Courses (Kve. «X Sat.) LICENSE PREPARATION Broker <$ Salesmen Guaranteed to pass or money hack ENROLLTODAY Veir classes starting every month National Institute of Real Estate 10.>0) Ballsford Rd.. Manassas lHavloft Dinner Theater 1 -.'i666 IKY will be open for adult basketball with separate teams for men and women. A fee of $3 will be charged to cover participation in both sports for three months. Proceeds will be used to purchase volleyballs and basketballs. ^ _ — Rappahannock News Photo/S Utlun GRANDMA AND GRANDPA presented a skit at the Amissville Homemakers Christmas party and meeting Mondav evening. Grandma with her authentic bonnet, shawl and seed catalog, is Mrs. Mary Hitt and Grandpa, complete with jug and corncob pipe, is Mrs. Edna Kidwell. The couple added greatly to the entertainment. Christmas Programs The Washington United Methodist Church will be offering the opportunity, on Sunday. December 17, for you to eavesdrop on a family’s conversation at Christmastime as they disclose the background of some very popular Christmas traditions. Following a covered dish supper at 5:30 this moving play by Shirley Pope Waite will begin in the' Church. All are cordially invited to bring a dish and join us. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will present a Christmas Program entitled “The Christmas Miracle” by Jean Feather on Sunday evening, December 17 at 7:30 p.m. “In this play, highlighted with some very beautiful Christmas music, we witness the occurrence of a miracle because of the giving of a very special Christmas gift. Come and join us as we see a modern miracle of Christmas,” says the church pastor, the Rev. Vickie Pittard. Have you ever wondered what Mary and Joseph did with the gold and frankincense and myrrh that were brought to the infant Jesus by the wise men? An answer is offered in a program which is an adaptation of the story by Harvey N. Chinn entitled “The Gifts of the Wise Luminaria Being Sold Area residents, again this ^ear, will be afforded the jpportunity to join thousands af other Christians throughout the country, in placing luminaria outside their homes. This is an old Mexican custom which has spread rapidly in this country. The luminaria are placed outside, making a path to the door to light the way for the Christ Child to enter homes and lives on Christmas Eve. Luminaria consists of white bags. plumber's candles and sand and are placed eight to ten feet apart around churches and homes. A mass lighting takes place at 6 p.m. Christmas Eve and the candles are allowed to burn themselves out during the night. The cost of each kit, six bags and candles and sufficient sand, is $1.50 and are being sold by the Washington HOLIDAY SAVINGS ON HOME FURNISHINGS 20% to 50% OFF Lay-Away Now Instant Credit up to $750 Free Delivery CSELa'LTGJEC^’SSe”' 2002 Orange Road 825-6878 Culpeper Baptist Church. Orders may be picked up at the church on Saturday. December 16 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. To place an order you may write the Rev. Vickie Pittard, P. O. Box 97. Flint Hill, Va. 22627 or call 675-3253. 6753370 or 937-4114. Men.” The membership of Willis Chapel United Methodist Church in Huntly will present this program on Monday evening, December 18 at 7:30 p.m. Following the program there will be an opportunity for all to sing some of everyone’s favorite Christmas Carols and a reception. All are cordially invited. Capital Outlay (Continued from Page 1) crowding in county schools. After the School Board returned from a two-hour executive session at half past midnight, Sharon Kilpatrick asked when Paul Nichols, chairman of the committee to study capital outlay projects, planned to give a report. Acknowledging that capital outlay had been on the agenda for the November meeting, Nichols said he was still in the process of collecting information. He added that he'd inspected both schools, appointed committee members and planned to hold the group’s first session as soon as possible after the Thanksgiving holidays. On Subdivisions Mushroom Rural subdivisions are sprouting up all over the countryside in Piedmont Virginia. According to a rural subdivision directory covering Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah and Warren Counties published by the Lord Fairfax Planning District Commission, that district has 772 subdivisions located outside incorporated towns and the city of Winchester, as of 1977. The 772 subdivisions cover a total of 68,643.7 acres and contain 49,758 platted building lots. The trend towards large lot development is reflected in figures on land subdivisions: between 1956-60, 13,735.1 acres were divided into 13,061 lots; between 1966-70, 16,742.3 acres were divided into 11,793 lots and between 1971-77, 22,209 acres were divided into 9,627 lots. BEARCAT III L/H Scanners $119.95 with factory offer 4 FREE crystals! M&H TV & Stereo World Royal Plaza Shopping Center Open Mon.-Fri. 9a.m. -8p.m.. Sat. 9a.m.-6p.m. Nichols’s committee are School Board members Walter Masterson and Beverly Massie, assistant superintendent Rob McDaniel, high school principal Dennis Wingfield, elementary principal Graham Spencer and citizen representatives Joel Daczewitz of Woodville and Nancy Nicholas of Amissville. "I think we can accomplish more by being small and informed," said Nichols tn explaining his committee’s limited menp bership. He. added that he wanted all committee members to make on-site school inspections. Asked by high school teacher Don Bomberger if teacher representatives could be included on the committee, Nichols said that, in the interests of keeping membership small, he had no intentions of including teachers in the group. tiappahannock Chorus Christmas Concert Washington Baptist Church Washington, Virginia Sunday, Dec. 17th, 8:15 P.M. Damascene Jewelry Bif d of Spf.ng Night Owl Reed 5“ Fjarton A' e » C '*'nQ ' "/V >V( •'11J o' CO'Qffui iP WP‘f v '*> (.'fcO’eci A,.?h Vfjpr-j \ B' r ’o- , cm site d"tip's on. ji Damascene pfOC (r*s«. F<j..jr giunojs nie’oK /4 to gold vp-inet1. yi*e'. copper cmd b»o^/e 'imp' ear1 t’Cind <. *u*!ed design Jus' a le w o* tup ’wt .e MM-jtt hing designs shown t>prp Match nq (,eikj, r,is. b/ac elp’S ea'nngs and m.nujtu'e pende^eS gvu i'ot>ie wot t devgn Elegantly gift bo«ed P#nck»nti $19.50 Brocfleli $21.50 118 ,Y Main St., Culpeper 825-0011 ft Pre-Christmas Blast at the Silk Mills Sales Room 707 Stonewall Drive Front Royal, Virginia Famous Trevira Fashioned Knits at Ridiculous Prices EVERYTHING Plaids, Cottons, Blends, Sweater Knits and most Coordinates to match STORE OPEN - Mon., Weds. 8- Fri. - till 9 P.M. THIS SALE ONLY Reg. Hours - 9-5 - Sat. 9-3 PM Come Early for the Best Selections We will be closed for Christmas Holidays from Dec. 23 til Jan. 2nd

Artists Hold Open House Sylvia G., mother of cooperative member Joyce Kramer, puts the finishing touches on Rush River’s Christmas decorations in preparation for the holiday open house scheduled for December 16. At this time James J. Kilpatrick and Eugene McCarthy will be on hand to autograph copies of their new book which they published jointly. Rt. 211, Amissville 937-5111 The oo* of carpeting will vary depending on the fibers used in iu manufacture and the quality of construction. The synthetic fibers are non-allergen ic and moth-and mildewresistant. Since carpet manufacturers have devised their own trade names for synthetic fibers it is advisable to check with the sales person and read the label that must appear on all carpeting to leant the actual fiber content. If the carpet is a mixture of natural and synthetic (often mixed for greater wear), the label will indicate this, as well as the proportion of the mixture. The proportion is important because, for example, in a wool-nylon combination, you would want to know whether you are getting a rug that is primarily wool or primarily nylon. The wool rug would be the more highly recommended. For decorative recommendations that will please you and add beauty to your home, come to EARLY'S CARPETS. Route 211, Amissville. 347-0400 and .702 N. Main St.. Culpeper. 827-8232. We have the decorative items you need including flooring, paints and reupholstering services that will turn your home into the atmosphere and elegance you've been seeking. Don't delay another day. Come in today to EARLY'S CARPETS, your one-stop decorating center. Open 9-6 Mon.-Fri., 9-5 Sat. at both stores. BankAmericard accepted. HELPFUL HINT: For long hard wear, good wool carpeting is an excellent buy. It wears well, looks good, is soil resistant, and deans easilv. 502 N. MAIN ST_CULPEPER The Rush River Company artisans will present their annual Christmas open house on Saturday. December 16, from 10 a.m. to S p.m. Guests of honor James J. Kilpatrick and Eugene McCarthy will be on hand from 2 to 4 p.m. to autograph their new book, “The Political Bestiary.” ' The Rush River artisans invite the public to come meet the authors and the cooperative members, have some refreshments and maybe do a little Christmas shopping from a selection of unique, locally crafted gifts. The Rush River Company, an artist and craftsmen’s venture located across the street from the Rappahannock Clinic in the town of Washington, offers a combination Of handmade items displayed in a late 18th century building which once housed the town’s general store. The eight members of the cooperative take turns as salespersons in the shop, bringing back the traditional mix of those who make and those who buy. Rush River ArtfatS Jinny Beyer is a nationallyknown teacher and lecturer on quilt design and will publish her first book in spring 1979. Last year, Jinny won the Good Housekeeping National Quilt Contest—first out of nearly 10,000 entries. Her patchwork creations, both wall hangings and clothing, are sold exclusively at Rush River. Barbara S. Bockman is an artist who has exhibited her watercolor and acrylic paintings in the metropolitan area since 1958 and holds several awards for her work. She is currently doing block prints of historic buildings in Rappahannock County, American weathervanes and American birds of field and shore. Ann Friend Clark is another artist. Instead of canvas, she uses the white clays of porcelain and white stoneware, painting flowers and the most intricate of quilt designs with delicate touch. Flint Hill Scouts Sell Citrus Fruit Boy Scout Troop 36 of Flint Hill once again will offer county residents the chance to buy fresh citrus fruits at reasonable prices for the holiday season. "We had our fruit sale last year and it went over very well," scoutmaster Paul Nichols said Tuesday. “We’re hoping that the sales will go well again this year." The scouts expect shipments of Hamlin and naval oranges, tangelos, tangerines and Indian River grapefruit to arrive by Dec. 13. Orders for fruit by the case or half case can be placed now by calling Nichols at 675-3500, John R. Eastham at 675-3257 or by contacting any member of Troop 36. The scouts will get $1 for each case of fruit they sell with proceeds to be used to Finance various scouting projects. ^Uznnztt ^JuxnLtuiz domhanu EVERYTHING FOR THE HOME Practical Gifts For Christmas... RECLINERS From *999B 2 Pc. TRADITIONAL LIVING ROOM SUITE /bp. $630 NOW ♦499,B 4 Pc. BASSETT OAK BEDROOM SUITE Rtg. $500 NOW *449BB 7 Pc. MAPLE DINETTE SET NOW ♦399” Mon.-Thurs., 9-5 Wed. 9-12, Fri. 9-9 BASSETT WALL MIRRORS From •19** To ♦79#* 3 Pc. EARLY AMERICAN ROOM SUITE *299M ELECTRIC BLANKETS %«;NOW *22** GENERAL ELECTRIC "DRIP” COFFEE MAKER masNOW *23** Use Our Convenient Charge Plan '^Jznnztt <\Ju-,mLtuxz Comfiany 304 E. Main St., Front Royal, Va. 635-2433 Nol Putnam, Ann’s husband is an artistblacksmiths His control of form in iron combined with the delicacy of his designs belies the medium in which he works. Grills, pot racks and various implements for the fireplace and stove are( formed under his hammer, i June Jordan is a potter who works with earthy stoneware. Rich browns, tans and blues abound in her carefully shaped pieces, both functional and decorative. Recently, she has been experimenting with bird forms —some are just to admire as sculpture and others may be used to steep tea. Wayne Jenkins, June’s husband, scours the countryside looking for antique tools for his collection at the Rush River Company. He always provides an interesting assortment. Joyce Kramer selects the wide collection of books at the shop, most of which deal with crafts. She also offers books by local authors and an assortment of works on country living. Peter Kramer, furniture maker, is the final member of the cooperative. Working with designs based on the 17th and 18th centuries, he creates a large variety of oneof-a-kind pieces, displayed at Rush River and in his showroom down the street. Farmer’s Market Meeting Anyone interested in a farmer’s market for Rappahannock County will meet at Washington Baptist Church on December 7 at 7:30 p.m. to hear a report from the Continuations Committee. Among points for discussion will be a prospective site for a market and regulations to be observed. Basic information will also be available. A delegation from Winchester which helped to rebuild the farmer’s market in that area is expected to attend and contribute information oil their experience. Marketing Act Endorsed The Virginia Farm Bureau Federation at its annual convention last week in Norfolk endorsed the principles of marketing and bargaining legislation and agreed to make such legislation a priority for Farm Bureau support. A bill to establish procedures for farmers to set up recognized bargaining units was introduced into the last session of Congress just prior to adjournment. No action was taken on the legislation and apparently, the Marketing Act will be resubmitted when Congress convenes in January. Sam Snead, Rappahannock orchard ist and area director for the Virginia Farm Bureau Marketing Association, reported that he would try to arrange a meeting on the marketing legislation with 7th District Congressman J. Kenneth Robinson, also an orchardist. In addition, Snead plans to present a program on the Marketing Act at the local VPI sponsored fruit school, held in February at Graves Mountain Lodge. ++++ Samson, for all his strong body, had a weak head, or he would not have laid it on an harlot's lap. —Franklin Rappahannock CountyGarden Club Greens Sales Prices Same As Last Year Wreaths 57.00 Garlands SI.00 per ft. Bows $1.00 Baskets Available For Advance Order* phone Mn. Ruth Pillar 987-8945 Coleman Upholds Supervisor Powers wumniueu irom rage as may be prescribed by the governing body.” If the commission fails to make a recommendation within this time period, inaction is deemed to be approval. Although the statute grants a commission up to 90 days to make a recommendation, Coleman maintains that the language of the Code and "the advisory nature of the commission's role authorize the governing body to stipulate a shorter time period on the deliberations of the planning commission.” Coleman concludes that "if the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors stipulated a time limit for the planning commission to report its recommendations, it was authorized to act on the amendment when the commission failed to take a position within that period of the amendment when the commission failed to take a position within that period of time. If no stipulation was made, however, the governing body was required to wait until 90 days had passed before it enacted the amendment." “Final Decision” Luke's letter to Barksdale requested the Planners to advertise jointly with the Supervisors on August l"7 and 24 for a hearing by the Planners no later than August 31 and a Supervisor hearing no later than September 5, 1978. Luke further stated that "a final decision will be made at our (the Supervisors') regular meeting on September 7, 1978." The minutes of the Supervisors’ meeting on August 3 show no motion or resolution to stipulate a shorter period of time for the Planning Commission's considerations than the 90 days allowed bv the Code. The minutes state that the chairman, "with the general approval of the Board." was asked to forward the proposed amendments to the Planning Commission "for further consideration." The minutes also note that the chairman would request the Planning Commission to schedule a special meeting before September 7. |d78, or a joint meeting with the Supervisors on September 7. In accordance with the Supervisors request, the Planners voted to advertise jointly for a public hearing at the regular Commission meeting on August 16. The vote authorizing the advertisement was taken at the close of the evening session. However, the advertisement for the public hearing was delivered to the Rappahannock News that morning—approximately 11 hours before the vote. In addition, the Planners called a special meeting two days earlier on Monday, August 14. They failed to notify anyone of the special meeting and kept no minutes of the proceedings. As advertised in the Rappahannock News on August 17 and 24, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed ski area amendments on August 31. The Planners listened to testimony but didn’t discuss the amendments at that time. They held a second meeting four days later on Monday, September 4. and again took no action on a recommendation to the Supervisors. (At this special meeting also, no minutes were taken.) Apparently, it was at this second meeting that the Planners agreed to ask for more time from the Supervisors to consider the ordinance amendments. Seven Days Allowed Supervisor Luke read a letter to this effect at the Supervisors public hearing held Thursday. September 7. No action was taken on the Planners' request and instead. the Supervisors adopted the proposed ordinance amendments by majority vote with Supervisor H. B. Wood in opposition. The vote came just seven days after the public hearing by the Planning Commission—the point at which the 90-day time clock for PARK THEATRE £M ‘ BQN T bov>i'w »> 635 - 2 7 7 7 I I SUN THURS 7 30 FRI b SAT 7 b 9 SUN MAT 2 00 I .MCKrUCHrXSON JOHN BELUSHi Planning Commission deliberations begins. (It is interesting to note that Marshall Coleman, in his opinion to Delegate Beard, stated that “after approximately one month, the planning commission had failed to make a recommendation on the proposed opinion.”) As the record shows no further pertinent communication between the Supervisors and the Planners, the questions of whether the Supervisors set a time limit for the Planners’ response to the ordinance amendments depends on the interpretation of Luke's August 3 letter to Barksdale. The issue of the 90 day period allowed the Planners is pertinent to a suit brought .against the Supervisors by the Rappahannock Chapter of the Izaak Walton League. The suit filed November 29 seeks to overturn the ski area amendments. It argues, in part, that the Supervisors’ failure to follow the procedure set forth in the Code of Virginia allowing the Planners up to 90 days to make recommendations contravenes a mandatory requirement, violates due process and renders the amendments void and unenforceable The Izaak Walton I.eagut s position on the time element appears to be supported bv a January I <Tb pub I ic.it ion from the Virginia Divisun ..I State Planning and ( oi munity A flairs i i.v document, entitled ''local Planning in Virginia General Summary." sun's n a subsection on /..nine m dinances that a I -ica i planning oni:a issimi responsible tor pre|>aring zoning ordinal cr and submitting that ..idin.o, , . the local gmeruo a 1 ••• ■ ‘ i • Planning (ui-,i'a.,an hold a public hcain.e w ordinance. It m-iov <hot governing bod- m.i m, joint meeting «. -tb planning comn, is-n--i emphasizes that o.a n "muact separately on adoption. 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- -- « InVN^ • ^appaliannpckjfewg ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL SARAH C. LATHAM PubSeher Associate Publisher JOHN T. TOLER DAPHNE I. HUTCHINSON DAVID C. LYNE Qanaral Manager Nam Editor Daaign Editor To Subacrlba Write or Phone Washington. Va. 175-3341 BY MAIL M.OOa yaar in Rappahannock and adjoining counties; 37.50a yaar elsewhere In tha Unitad Stataa BACK COPIES • Orta month to 3 years. 78 cants each; over 3 years. 13 each OMn: tainlninit Maws IMe» W—Nwf»on. Vs. DO Hours: fcJO am to SdO »m. Man. - M ■S t.M-»-a a,_1S1--- - - ^ a ^ ^ la r — - S- ■ m-- I, I. I^IBBMIBQ By VWTBIIiOfl WWIanJ V UOVnNBnyr BK». THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7,1978 A Can Of Worms Did the Rappahannock Supervisors hit the off switch on the Planning Commission ’s 90-day time clock for deliberations on amendments to the county’s zoning ordinance’ We don’t think so. Although Virginia Attorney General Marshall Coleman notes that a Board of Supervisors may stipulate a shorter limit than the 90 days allowed by the Virginia Code, it seems logical to expect something a little more formal in the way of notice than Supervisor chairman E. P. Luke’s letter to the Planners stating that the Supervisors would take “final action” on the ski ordinance amendments at their September 7 meeting. In this same August 3 letter to the Planners, Luke requested a joint advertisement for public hearings on the proposed amendments with the Planners' meeting to be held no earlier than August 31 and the Board of Supervisors’ hearing “no later than September 5, 1978.” If this letter was supposed to set up the time table for action on the zoning ordinance amendments, how can the Supervisors expect to defend the limit for deliberations that they supposedly set for the Planners when they couldn’t stick to their own self-imposed schedule? The Supervisors’ public hearing was held on September 7— two days past the “no later than” date of September 5. There is no record in the minutes of the Supervisors’ meetings that they adopted or even discussed a resolution requiring the Planning Commission to reach a decision in seven days following the public hearing on the zoning ordinance amendments. In fact, members of the Planning Commission have publicly stated they were under the impression that they had more time to study the ordinance amendments, that the amendments wouldn't be acted on at the Supervisors’ September 7 meeting. “We were told not to rush,” remarked one Planner recently, adding that the Commission had been concerned that the ordinance amendments were addressed too specifically to the ski area. It’s a valid point. The record certainly makes it look like the amendments could qualify as “special interest legislation.” Col. Luke stated on several occasions that Judge Carlton Penn had requested clarification on the zoning ordinance's definition of “recreation” and he emphasized repeatedly that he wanted “a piece of paper” from the judge, with the request in writing, before proceeding further. Although Luke has pointed to the judge’s order for clarification as one of the reasons for adopting the ski area amendments, no such “piece of paper” can be found in the clerk’s office records of either the Supervisors minutes or the litigation involving the ski area, the Board of Zoning Appeal.* and the Supervisors. What IS in the record is reference to the amendments being a way out ol litigation with the ski area. The Rappahannock Ski corporation filed suit in a writ of certiorari against the Board ol Zoning Appeals after the BZA denied the ski area’s special use permit application for an alpine slide, skiing, swimming pools and tennis courts— all the uses that the new amendments would allow by right on the ski area’s Harris Hollow property. Noting that adoption of the proposed amendments would help clarify the zoning ordinance, the August 3 minutes from the Supervisor meeting state that adoption would also mean that the Rappahannock Ski Corporation “would dismiss the certiorari proceedings against the Board of Zoning Appeals.’’ In a letter accompanying the proposed amendments presented to the Supervisors on August 3, Commonwealth Attorney George Davis wrote that adoption would “bring a quick end to the troublesome and expensive litigation now pending.’’ At that same meeting, signaling their clear intent to adopt the amendments no matter what transpired at the public hearings, the Board of Supervisors issued a building permit to the ski area for construction of the snowless Alpine slide. The permit was issued despite a previous ruling from Judge Carlton Penn that held a special use permit was required under existing county regulations. The building permit was therefore invalid without the proposed ordinance amendments. There are further inconsistencies in the record on the ski area amendments. The Planners voted to advertise for public hearing jointly with the Supervisors AFTER the notice of publication for the hearings was sent to the Rappahannock News. In addition, the Planning Commission held two special meetings during its deliberations on the amendments with no public notice and with no minutes kept on the proceedings. Now the Supervisors are faced with another suit—the same threat that led to the rushed-through ski area amendments. Put it all together and it comes out a mess. Not only has couAty government opened Rappahannock to the danger of uncontrolled commercial exploitation by passing amendments that allow recreation for profit on steep slopes without a use permit, but they've bulldozed procedural steps in the process. All this and there’s still no definition of recreation in the county’s zoning ordinance. It’s time for the Supervisors to give serious consideration to repealing or at least revising the recently adopted zoning ordinance amendments and they should begin at their December 7 meeting. Togetherness H. B. Wood, Clarence Baldwin and Dick Latham, members of the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors, and Planning Commission member Newbill Miller took a positive step towards involving the community in development of the county’s comprehensive plan at last Friday’s meeting of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. The four representatives of local government donated part of their weekend to come out on a Friday night for the RLEP session. They took part in a roundtable discussion that lasted for almost two hours and then mixed with the crowd, answering questions from individual citizens. Although no work on the plan was actually accomplished. Miller, Wood, Baldwin and Latham now have learned first hand of the concerns that bother many of the county’s environmen tallyconscious residents. Even more important, they’ve given clear indication that local government is interested in what its people are thinking. Should Developers Pay? Should developers have to pay a portion of the costs for capital improvements and services that their subdivisions require? The Genera] Assembly will decide this question during the 1979 session when Houscbills 475 and 487 come up for consideration. Both provide for localities to include a provision in subdivision ordinances that will require developers of land to pay a pro rata share of costs for providing schools. H. B. 475, sponsored by Delegate Floyd Bagley from Loudoun-Prince William, will • pply only to Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William, Accomack and North Hampton Counties. H. B. 487, sponsored by Delegates George Beard, Andy Guest and Al Smith, stipulates that the provision requiring developers to pay for school costs can only be added to subdivision ordinances in localities that have adopted a capital improvements program. Both bills were reported out of the subcommittee on the House Committee on Cities, Counties and Towns by a two to two vote. The split vote means that the bills will go to the full committee for action with little or no recommendation for approval. Scouts Christmas Item Sale Boy Scout Troop 123 of Washington will hold their Christmas Sale on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 10:00 - 4:00 and on Sunday, Dec. 17 from 1:00 • 4:00 at the Episcopal Church parking lot. The Scouts will be selling trees, wreaths, yule logs, baked goods and other items. Plan now to purchase your Christmas supplies from them. This is their only fund raising project during the year, and your support will be greatly appreciated, said Scoutmaster, J. B. Bywaters. *W*—di Newt Photo/Daphne Hatch In too Our Rappahannock Heritage Insects Invade Woodlands By LYT WOOD Rappahannock News Correspoodeal A superabundance of several types of insects attracted considerable attention in 1978. Locally, gardeners were plagued by hordes of grasshoppers during the past season. (One afternoon in late August, I planted eight lettuce seedlings. Grasshoppers devoured them all completely back to ground level by 8 o’clock the next morning.) Sudden, irregular, manifold increases in populations of animals—such as the grasshoppers—are known as “irruptions.” Unusually high populations of locust leafminers and funny-looking insects known as walkingsticks have been very apparent this year. Their defoliating activities are often conspicuous, particularly where they are concentrated at high-elevation locations. I have also received reports of excessive numbers of other insects, including lady beetles and cicadas. Sudden appearances of large numbers of these insects don’t actually indicate population increases; they merely represent seasonal or periodical activities such as breeding or migration, to be discussed next week. WALKINGSTICKS These insects are seldom noticed. They are long and slender, resembling twigs, and may be green or brown in color. Their skinny legs look like grass stalks. Although common and fairly large—up to 4 inches in length—they are rarely seen because of their perfect camouflage. Sometimes they will even sway hypnotically, like leaf-stems in the breeze! Walkingstick populations are occasionally irruptive. Local, highly concentrated superabundances of walkingsticks have been noticed on both the east and west slopes of the Blue Ridge in Northern Virginia. These insects feed on foliage, and may completely strip the leaves from virtually all trees on areas ten acres or larger in size. (Probably only a very few trees are killed by this activity, as heavy defoliation is confined to late summer, when trees are normally approaching dormancy.) The Virginia Division of Forestry reports a total of an estimated 5,638 acres of private and Shenandoah National Park woodlands defoliated this year. Aerial surveys covered the counties of Warren, Page, Madison, and Greene. I have noticed additional spots in Rappahannock, and some defoliation activity has undoubtedly occurred south of the survey area as well. INFESTATION ON OLD RAG 1 received several inquiries concerning a particularly conspicuous “brown patch" on the east slope of Old Rag Mountain (Madison County), and a hike to this area proved to be highly interesting. The walkingstocks were so densely populated within this small area that food competition was extreme. Leaves of northern red oaks and chestnut oaks seemed to be the preferred foods. In addition, all of the following were defoliated to a lesser extent: hickory, yellow poplar, witch hazel, dogwood, black gum, sugar maple, red maple, striped maple, and sassafras. Even the mountain laurels and Canada hemlocks harbored hundreds of insects. Although defoliation was not evident on these latteri Conduct SS Business By Phone reopie wno nave Business with social security can now take care of most everything by telephone, Bruce A. Hundley, social security manager in Culpeper, said recently. The first week of any month is a bad time to call social security, unless the caller has very urgent business. That is the week social security and supplemental security income checks are delivered. During that time, it is not unusual for all lines to be in use. The best time to call is after midmonth. A person can call social security to: Apply for social security or SSI benefits. Apply for Medicare. Change name or address of record. Report change in marital status. Report stop or start of work, and other events affecting checks. Report lost or stolen check or delayed payment. Report lost or missing social security or Medicare card. Get help with Medicare forms. Get benefit estimate. Request statement of earnings record. Gef help in requesting review of decision made on claim. Before you call, be sure to have all necessary information on hand. It is most important to know your claim number. To get help with any social security problem, call the Culpeper Social Security office. The telephone number is 825-3500. School Menus Monday Grilled cheese sandwich, potato rounds, green peas, gingerbread, milk. Tuesday Beef stew with crackers, coleslaw, peaches, brownie, milk. Wednesday Fried chicken, hot rolls, mashed potatoes, green beans, cookies, milk. Thursday Spaghetti, buttered corn, hot biscuits, mixed fruit, milk. Friday Barbecue on bun, french fries, lima beans, Jello, milk. Correction In the recently published deeds, Oscar Lindgren and wife to Patricia Saltonstall, 26.88 acres should have read “26.88 acres and 27.60 acres, Jackson District. 535,400.” The entire acreage was not included on the deed receipt book from which the newspaper obtains this information. species, I suspect that the insects were feeding on the evergreens as well as the hardwood trees. I took a quick inventory of the bird life in the area: white-breasted nuthatch, pileated woodpecker, redbellied woodpecker, flicker. Wild turkeys were using the area heavily. SKY-DIVING INSECTS At the time of these observations (October 22, 1978), we had already seen several hard killing frosts. Even so, the waikingsticks were still actively mating, feeding, and dropping eggs and-or frass. Within a five-acre area, hardly a square foot was devoid of walkmgstick insects. They were crawling on every tree-trunk, and hanging on every branch, as if contemplating an organized attack on me, the intruder. Indeed, they actually did drop by the dozen' from the treetops as I moved through their territory. This behavior was definitely not carried out at random. The insects seemed to sense my movement through the woods, timing their aerial drops to land on or near me. When I remained motionless, the “rain” of insects ceased! Thu peculiar behavior has also been independently observed by a friend, so I am convinced that these “planned attacks” were not part of my puerile imagination. Therefore, I have formulated a theory to explain the behavior: Walkingsticks lack wings, and their six spindly legs provide limited mobility. In combination with their great fecundity, such intense concentrations of the insects must in fact be due to their restricted mobility. So, their intentional air attacks are actually a means for dispersal of the species. A deer or bear passing through the area wouldn’t notice the extra fraction of a gram that dropped on its back, and the skydiving walkingstick would get a free ride, to repopulate a distant rid get op! Next week, cicadas, ladybugs, and leafminers. High School Calendar The eighth grade basketball team will have* practice every Tuesday and Thursday with new coach Mr. Shirkey from 3:10 p.m. to 5 p.m. The National Honor Society will have a “c**e Give-Away'’ at every high school basketball game. December 7—The Future Business Leaders of America will have a meeting 3rd period to elect officers and set up installation committees. December 11—Minimum Competency Class, attended by a majority of teaches and administration, will be completed. December 7, 11, 14, 18, 19—The Annual Staff will have meetings from 3:30-5:30 p.m. December 12—The boys Varsity and Junior Varsity Basketball teams will be playing Luray, away. December 12—The Future Homemakers of America will have a special speaker, Mrs. Nancy Secrist. “Decorating for Christmas" will be the topic. December 14—The High School Choir will present a Christmas concert at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Sperryville, 8 p.m. December 15—The boys varsity and Junior Varsity Basketball teams will be playing Elkton, away. December 18, 20—Tryouts for the Senior play and Spring Musical, 3:30-5:30. December 19—Tryouts for the Senior play and Spring Musical, 7:30-9:30. December 19—First home, boys Varsity and Junior Varsity Basketball game. Rappahannock will take on Montevideo. (Note: Madison had to be rescheduled). December 21 — High School Christmas Assembly. December 21 — Boys Varsity and Junior Varsity Basketball teams take on Qarke County at home. December 21—Last day of school before Christmas Holiday. Elementary Calendar Dec. 11. Mon.—Boy’s basketball, 3:30-4:30. Dec. 12, Tues.—Girl's basketball. Dec. 14, Thurs.—Boy’s basketball. Dec. 18, Mon.—Girl’s basketball. Dec. 19, Tues.—Boy’s basketball. Dec. 20, Wed.—Girl Scouts Brownies and luniors. Dec. 20, Wed.—7:30 p.m. Christmas program, auditorium. Dec. 21, Thun.—School closes at 2:00. Dec. 22-Jan. 1—School closed for holidays. Jan. 2, Tues.—School reopens. Seventh graders will be selling Rappahannock Panthers pens during this month. Delegate Beard Reports The last meeting of the Finance Committee held in Richmond on November 20th was a pistol. Chairman Campbell presented a proposal on refunding any pending state surplus to the cities and counties of Virginia. It was assumed to be approximately 40 million dollars. Duriong the meeting it was discovered that there J was a difference in interpretation between the Department of Taxation and the SCC on “tax year” and “taxable year” as related to utilities. It was further learned that this resulted in a loss of revenue of 5 to 8 million dollars, so the assumed surplus was beginning to dwindle. It also will probably go down another 7 million dollars at our meeting in late December when the Chairman finds out that the railroads are making a pitch for a refund. This was created by the ICC requiring the states to come up with a different method of taxing railroads other than a franchise tax. Under the new method they would be taxed on loaded car miles as related to income. If this plan is adopted then the railroads should be reimbursed the amount of the franchise tax that has already been paid to the tune of 7 million dollars. So, you can see if the above holds true, the so called surplus will take a “lickin.” Besides, no one has checked with the Governor or the Chairman of the appropriations committee regarding the handling of a surplus. Now, a little insight on the sub-committees I was placed on by Committee Chairmen. First off was the subcommittee on multiflora rose problems. This committee has met three times concerning the rose being a real problem in southwest Virginia. It has come as far north as Warren County. There is a total of over 200,000 acres infected as of now. The highway department planted the rose as a barrier on Interstate 81 and the birds this time of year transfer the seeds onto farm land. The committee wanted to classify the rose as a noxious weed, such as Johnson grass, but this was turned down because certain nurseries use it for grafting purposes. liie highway department his agreed to remove it from any highway that borders a farm if the farmer removes the same from his farm. Crop land in some sections has been severely damaged to the extent that it is worse than thistle. A statute is being prepared to coincide with the thistle statute which relates to local ordinances. The highway department will have until 1984 to remove it and VPIASU is to receive a grant for the purpose of a study for ways to eradicate the ' multiflora rose. These are the recommendations of the committee. Land Use Another sub-committee is the one on land use which was created because of land speculators in Northern Virginia abusing it. This reduced the income for the area and in one case there was insignificant farm income to even justify the claim as a farm. Unfortunately, few people realized at the meeting in Leesburg on November 16 that a political campaign was taking place between Delegate Vickery and Senator Waddell. Plus the fact that Delegate Vickery was trying to resurrect two of his bills, HB No. 997 and HB No. 998, relating to an open space preservation com* mission which will never fly. Primarily, it win cost the state 2 million dollars to fund it and with the present trend in the Assembly, nothing new is going to be added that will require new tax dollars. After this testimony was completed two hours had elapsed before we got down to why we were really there. As far as I am concerned, listening to 31 people speak, the presentation by the Piedmont Environmental Council was by far more to the point and I am sure their recommendations will be considered, such as charging the roll-back rate, tightening the standards, etc. This particular meeting lasted until midnight. This committee is supposed to make a final (hopefully) decision at its meeting on December 18 in Richmond. The joint sub-committee on Interstate Toll Service has met on three different occasions and it has to do with a tax on telephone calls from out of state. It seems that there are states adjoining us that do this and it increases their revenue. This committee is recommending that Virginia establish this tax and in turn reduce the franchise tax on the interstate calls. Hopefully the savings can in some ftiture time influence the telephone companies not to increase their rates as much as has been done in the past. At present the whole thing is hung up because of what was discovered at the November meeting of the Finance Committee, referring to the problem in the first part of this article. On December 12,1 plan to be at the Court House in Washington, Virginia, from 3 to 4 p.m. If any of the fine folks in these areas have something they would like to discuss regarding the State of Virginia or actions by the General Assembly, please feel free to stop by and chat.

I Control (Continued from Page 1)| portion of a tract while preserving the balance of the. land? in open space. Accordingly, a developer with 100 acres zoned for density of one dwelling unit per five acres would be permitted one-acre lots on 25 acres of the property if the remaining 75 acres were retained in permanent open space.) In Fairfax County, said Miller, developers agree to keep flood plain property—which already can’t be built on—in permanent open space in exchange for higher density clustered subdivisions on the balance of a tract. Miller continued that “the saving thing in Rappahannock now” is that the county’s zoning and subdivision ordinances prohibit the resubdivision of 25-acre lots in developments. “But maybe the courts will change that too,” he added. Asked if the county had a plan for agricultural land, Miller reported that the state had passed legislation allowing the formation of agricultural and forestal districts. However, he criticized the law as it is now written, contending that authorities disagree on key provisions of the act, specifically as to whether use value taxation on property in a district is constitutional if localities have not adopted a county-wide land use tax ordinance. Phil Irwin, president of RLEP, interjected that there would be an attempt made in the General Assembly during the upcoming session to amend and clarify the Agricultural and Forestal Districts Act. Mitzie Young announced that she'd attended public hearings held before subcommittees of the General Assembly in Fredericksburg recently to consider repeal of Virginia’s Dillon Rule which retains for the state any powers not SPECIFICALLY granted to local government. According to Mrs. Young, the consensus at the public hearing was that a good chance existed to repeal the Dillon Rule during the 1979 ^ Assembly session. If the effort is successful, she said, then localities would be free to pass growth limiting legislation along the lines of that enacted—and upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court—in Petaluma, California. Barbara Lane asked how an individual could have a voice in developing the county's comprehensive plan. Miller answered that the Planners would bring proposals before a series of community public hearings after the comprehensive plan’s outline was completed. “A comprehensive plan is basically the restrictive ness of the zoning and subdivision ordinance,” Miller continued. He noted that the Planners would encounter problems in a county as small as Rappahannock if they designated specific areas for development. One of the difficulties with relying on a comprehensive plan is that “it tells you what you can do but isn’t very effective in telling you what you can't do,” interjected county engineer Fanning Baumgardner. "It's a tool developers can use to hit you over the head with,” agreed Miller. Basically, he said, a comprehensive plan will consist of details on what the county currently has and what the citizens and local government want for the future. He reported that Commonwealth Attorney George Davis and local lawyer Douglas Baumgardner—"two independent minds”—had both suggested that the county's plan be kept “short and sweet.” Enabling Legislation “If they can limit growth International Treasures Jewelry and Gifts. 205A East Main St Front Royal 635-4254 in California, why can’t we do it here?” asked Sharon Kilpatrick. Enabling legislation in the two states is different, Miller answered. Dr. William Young asked if the county could plan effectively should the Dillon Rule be repealed. "I would say that we could,” replied Miller, adding that Rappahannock’s comprehensive plan should be drawn up in accordance with state law and then revised if Virginia’s enabling legislation changes. Mary Geverley interjected that natural factors, including land unsuitable for wells and sewage disposal, would limit development Miller countered that he’d read of $10,000 selfcontained sewage disposal units in the Wall Street Journal. “So we can’t tie (development restrictions) just to sewer and water...to those economic barriers,” he maintained. Realistically, said Miller, adoption of a comprehensive plan will just meet the state requirements that the county have one by July 1, 1980 and won’t help Rappahannock in its fight to control unplanned development. “Unless the laws change,” he acknowledged. Dr. Young asked if the county couldn’t begin on the assumption that laws restricting local government powers would be altered. "Can't we start out with a tight comprehensive plan?” This approach wouldn’t work. Miller argued, because the county wouldn’t know exactly what new state enabling legislation would allow and thus couldn’t comply with that legislation. In response to a question on what needs to be changed besides the Dillon Rule, Miller admitted that he didn't know. “I just know that we need something that will allow us to decide our own destiny,” he explained. To gain the support of local staite representatives George Beard and Nathan Miller in working towards repeal of the Dillon Rule, Phil Irwin suggested that the Rappahannock Supervisors pass a resolution, protesting the Dillon Rule’s “usurpation of power.” “No one’s opposed to more power,” commented Supervisor H. B. Wood, In reference to the greater local control that repeal would bring, “Come present a resolution to us at our meeting,” he suggested. “The repeal of the Dillon Rule is not going to solve all our problems miraculously,” commented Bob Dennis. He maintained that care needs to be exercised in designating areas for future growth and development in the county’s comprehensive plan. He cautioned that . once development is planned for, it becomes the approved use for that particular piece of property. Courts will automatically allow a developer to build an airport or tbwnhouses on his land if the tract is designated for that type of development in a comprehensive plan—and it makes no difference whether or not the development is intended to occur ten years in the future when the locality could feasibly provide required services. “The comprehensive plan shouldn’t go overboard in specifying where commercial or residential developments are going to be,’’ Dennis warned. Nels Parson volunteered the services of RLEP in drawing up a resolution favoring the repeal of the Dillon Rule for the Supervisors’ endorsement. While not opposing the resolution, Supervisor Dick Latham noted that Virginia needed a balance of power between the state and localities. “Localities shouldn’t have it all,’’ he said. Growth Limitation Legal Enabling legislation doesn't specify what a comprehensive plan must say, according to Phil Irwin. “It can be what the majority of the people of Rappahannock County want it to be,’’ he said. If majority opinion holds that the county should try to control growth, then this approach ought to be tried “and let somebody take a shot at it,’’ he argued. “I submit you can limit growth in Virginia,” Irwin continued, referring to the Supreme Court decision upholding Petaluma, Sterling Sentiments jt Convey your best wishes with sterling silver writing instruments by Cross. Impeccable taste-and a lifetime guarantee of fine service. Pan or Pencil $17.60 Set $35.00 CROSS' SINCE 1846 r Jfeteram Jetokrs 023 Sowihflna Shopping Canttr CuJptp* Pttona 836-0033 California, ordinance* that limit growth to five per cent a year as “the law of the land.” Rappahannock’s yearly growth rate, he added, is far in excess of five per cent. Miller disagreed, insisting that concerned parties had to work at the state level for enabling legislation that will allow localities to guide their own destiny. “We have to work with what is realistic now,” he said. If Rappahannock should adopt a limitation on growth, who can override such an ordinance, asked Barbara Thompson. "The courts,” Miller replied. "But not till it’s challenged,” interjected Dr. Young. “And maybe by then, the Dillon Rule will be repealed,” added Mitzie Young. “I don’t feel like wasting my time to write a long and glorious plan and then have it overturned the first time someone has a couple of hundred dollars to take us to circuit court,” Miller countered. "Our comprehensive plan should be short and sweet and comply with state law.” Zoning and subdivision ordinances need to be revised to where they are as strong as they can be made and still comply with the health, safety and general welfare of the public, he said. “Economic barriers are the only way we can do it right now,” Miller added. Stating that he’d observed both the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors for several years, A Welcome S^GIFT From Santa i WEED EATER 4 Models From Which To Choose \ Ideal Trimmer Electric and Gas Fanning Baumgardner said that both bodies had “done a Wonderful job with what little they’ve had to go on...whh limited resources...You’d better go easy on them,” he cautioned. “That’s the point,” agreed Supervisor Wood. “We’ve had limited resources and that’s why (Rappahannock’s zoning and subdivision ordinances)' are better (than those in other localities).” “The danger to the county right now—once the enabling legislation is corrected—are people who are pro-zoning fighting among themselves. It erodes strength,” Miller said. “We ought to be awful careful about fighting among ourselves (and) antagonizing people who don’t understand (zoning) at all,” he warned. “That’s the best advice we’ve had tonight,” seconded H. B. Wood. “I’m a little concerned over passing ordinances that will be overturned,” remarked Dr. Carroll Quaintance. Noting that Rappahannock had a population of little more than 5,000, he said it wasn’t realistic for the county to expect to take a land use case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. With that option not economically feasible, he maintained, "the only truly constructive thing we can do” is work to repeal the Dillon Rule. Irin reported that RLEFs top legislative priority, as a member of the Conservation Council of Virginia, was to lobby for repeal, followed by work for amendments to improve the Agricultural and Forestal Districts Act and passage of a state-wide bottle bill. Irwin asked Miller for his reaction to RLEP’s proposal for rewording on recently passed ordinance amendments that allow commercial recreation as a use by right on slopes over 14 per cent. According to Irwin, RLEP will request the Supervisors to revise the amendments to allow commercial recreation with a special use permit on land zoned conservation. Acknowledging that the Planners had considered a similar restriction during their considerations of the amendments, Miller still maintained that “what we have is better than what we did have.” However, he conceded that the zoning Last Call For A Delicious Buffet Dinner Elementary School Cafeteria Dec. 9th W.V.F.D. 5:30 to &30 ordinance amendments adopted by the Supervisors in September are not as good as they should be. “Slopes of 14 V per cent and above should be rezoned before any commercial recreational activity takes place,” he concluded. CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Sat., December 16,1978 10:00 to 5:00 P.M. at THE RUSH RIVER COMPANY 4 Cooperative of Professional Artisans delicate brown stoneware hand /tainted porcelain fine hand crafted furniture hand forged wrought iron patchwork clothing & fabrics paintings and prints antique tools craft books — SPECIAL EVENTMeet James 1. Kilpatrick and Senator Eugene McCarthy with their new book: “The Political Bestiary” 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. The Rush River Company Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 703-675-3327 From Control Hardware In Downtown Culpeper • Toasters y* • Popcorn Poppers • Waffle Irons [• Hair Setters St Dryers • Blenders St ' Mixers * • Toothbrushes • Water Pics • Tricycles • Wagons _ ► • Volley Balls • Basketballs • Badminton Sets • Air Rifles • Timex Watches and Clocks < • Electric Razors • Electric Combs for boys and girls • Fireplace Fixtures 5^ V? 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Mrs. Major Virginia smith Major, 50, died Dec. 2 at her home, 1500 N. Royal Ave., Front Royal. Mrs. Major was the daughter of the late Harold Wood Smith and Kathleen Carson Smith. She was active in the Warren County unit of the American Cancer Society and was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church, Front Royal. Surviving are her husband John L. Major, Front Royal, a son John L. Major Jr., Hilton Head, S.C., a daughter Mrs. Kathleen M. Jones, a sister Mrs. Jean 5. Meier, both of Front Royal, and four grandchildren. Services were conducted Dec. 5 at Calvary Episcopal Church by the Rev. Thomas Clay. Interment was at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Front Royal. Pallbearers were S. Byrne Downing Jr., William R. Matthews Jr., Frank Rees, Henry Downing, James V. DeBergh, J. N. Major Jr., Jack Kinzer and Norman Weisman. Arrangements were by Maddox Funeral Home, Front Royal. Maddox Funeral Home Serving Since 1908 105 W. Main St. Front Royal, Va. 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Also 14 Karat Gold Sells For Onl\ *2 5.95 The Matching Ear rings Containing Two Coins Sells For Only '29.95 I ALL I THREE - ITEMS • EVn.l nr x> ( hjm __ • f ” nK' ~ All IN HANDSOMf GIFT »OX <o'V on Selected cfr Stock RCK Televisions r ,RCA Co,orTrak 19’ Mod* FB4*7 Modal AB1«3 Rappahannock Farmers' Co-op Sperry villo, Vo. 987-SSS5 —Rappahannock New* Photo/S. Latham THE AMISSVILLE HOMEMAKERS CLUB dedicated the 1978-79 yearbook to long-time member, Mrs. Katherine Riley, left. Looking at the yearbook which was issued at the Christmas party dinner and meeting Monday evening are Mrs. Riley's niece. Mrs. Jacqueline M. Newton of Bright wood, who she reared and Mrs. Mary l’riest. president of the Amissville club. Mrs. Riley received a standing ovation from club members and guests. i Weight Control Group Persons interested in forming a group to discuss weight control measures with weight reduction as a goal are invited to attend an initial meeting at the Rappahannock Mental Health Clinic office on Gay Street in Washington. As interest has been expressed for both day and evening meetings, two groups will be formed if a sufficient number of people register. The first day meeting will be Monday, December 11th at 3:30 p.m. This group will be lead by Director Janies McGarvey and Extension Agent Nancy Secrist. The first evening meeting will be Tuesday. December 12 at 7 p.m. Leading this group will be Director McGarvey and Mental Health Nurse Peggy Whitehouse. Anyone interested in joining either a day or evening group is encouraged to call the Clinic at 675-3329 to register and also to attend the initial meeting at which time methods desired by group members will be determined and plans made for future meetings. Christmas Concert The Rappahannock County High School choir will present its annual Christmas concert on Thursday. December 14, at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, in Sperryville, at 8:00 p.m. Special features for the evening will include a ladies ensemble to perform two lively numbers, a duet by DeeDee Grant and Sharon Settle, and solos by Elizabeth Freeman and Roger Breeden. Guitars and a few percussion instruments will also be used for several pieces. The chorus is under the direction of Mrs. Judy Bomberger. who will be assisted by Judith Bloomer and Carol Atkins at the piano. I ' \ DROP A FEW DOLLARS INTO THE STOCKINGS hanfiing on tin* door at the VIM K\tension Office and help the count\ reach a contribution of $10,000 towards the 4-H Center fund drive. Fund drive workers rejMirted this week that only $ 1.0) is needed for the $ I 0.000 (Christmas jjoal. Officers In Piedmont Club Three Rappahannock students who attend classes also at Piedmont Technical Educational Center near Culpeper have been elected to offices in VICA. Vocational Industrial Clubs of America. William Douglas Bywaters. Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Bywaters of Flint Hill, was chosen president of the group A & H Loan Co. M>7\ LAST MAIN FRONT ROYAL VI AS IKK CHARGE - LAW-A WAY - FREE GIFT WRAPPING Christmas Gift Suggestions JKWKI.m Wedding Sets (New and Used) Diamond Solitaires I New and Used) 14K Gold Diamond Earrings $40 ft Up 14K Gold Diamond Stickpins $64 ft Up Watches (Used ft New) Character Watches for Children Watch Chains ft Fobs Neck Chains 14K Gold Crosses New $45 00 Birthstone Rings Sterling silver Rings miscellaneous Binoculars Holsters Wallets Schrade Walden Knives Clocks Radios - Record Players MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Guitars - Yamaha & Kay Mandolins - Violins Banjos Strings & Accessories Cases Straps Hohner Harmonicas 635-3911 tor 1978-79. He is a junior al Rappahannock and a second year automotive student al Piedmont. Elected as reporter was Stuart Bryant Lee. also a junior at Rappahannock and a second year student in tin automotive class. He is tht son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lee of Washington. Donna J. Grigsby is the treasurer. She is a second year student in cosmetology at Piedmont and a junior at Rappahannock High. Her parents are Mr. and Mrs. Charles Edward Grigsby of Sperryville. Church Notice The regular morning worship at Amissville United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. will have the Rev. Ray Crockett delivering the message entitled, "Last Of All He Sent His Son.” Sunday School is at 10 a.m. Saturday evening at 7:30, a musical program featuring The Churchmen and Teresa, will be presented at the church. The public is invited. Board Meeting On Tuesday Dec. 12, 1978 at 1 p.m. the Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board will hold its regular monthly meeting at its new offices located in the Lord Culpeper Building, Culpeper. Mrs. Reeve Bridge Hostess Mrs. Roy L. Reeve entertained the Sperryville Bridge Club at her home Friday evening. Guests were Mrs. I. R. Kilby, Mrs. W. H. Lyne, Mrs. Charles H. Estes, Mrs. R. E. Thompsen, Mrs. T. J. Pillar, Mrs. W. H. Cordle, Mrs. Mary Quaintance, Mrs. R. E. Wood, Mrs. Brown Miller, Mrs. Frances Tabler, Mrs. C. E. Johnson, Jr., Mrs. Hugh Chrisman, Mrs. Carroll Quaintance, Mrs. L. J. Kilby, Mrs. Rex Lindstrom. Mrs. Charles K. Estes. Prize winners were Mrs. Charles H. Estes, Mrs. Wood, Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. L. J. Kilby. Cancer Society Officers ; Officers to serve the Rappahannock Unit, American Cancer Society for the 1978-79 fiscal year include Mrs. Roger Torneden of Flint Hill, president and Mrs. Helen Snead, Washington, first vice president and Mrs. Ethel Bailey, second vice president. The secretary is Mrs. Mary R. Miller, Flint Hill and Treasurer is Mrs. Beverly Massie, Amissville. Mrs. Bailey also serves on the public information committee with Mrs. Daphne Hutchinson who heads publicity. Mrs. Roberta Spalding of Flint Hill is chairman for the Memorial Gifts committee and Mrs. Dolly Biddle is in charge of the Loan Closet. Chairperson of the upcoming spring Cancer . Crusade in the county will be Mrs. Dorothy Mank and Mrs. Pauline Bruce is yice chairman of the campaign. Both are from Washington. Mrs. Mank with Mrs. Torneden are Division Delegates. Members of the Board of Directors whose terms expire in 1979 include Mrs. Howard Butler, Mrs. Cletus Clark, Mrs. P. Lee Thornton, all of Sperryville; Mrs. Bailey with Mrs. Kermit Weakley of Washington; Paul L. Miller, Miss Ellen Mustoe, Mrs. Spalding and Mrs. Joseph Scherschel, all of Flint Hill. Directors whose terms expire in 1980 include Mrs. Robert Anderson, Woodville; Mrs. William Bear, Mrs. Bruce, Rev. Jennings Hobson, Mrs. Hutchinson, Mrs. W. H. Lyne, Mrs. Mank, Sidney Mank, lan Pryde, Mrs. Snead and Mr. Weakley, all of Washington. More are Mrs. Torneden, Dr. Robert Rodgers, Mrs. Juanda Rodgers, Mrs. Robert Morefield, Mrs. Mary Beth Martin, all of Flint Hill; Mrs. Maurice Biddle. Col. Biddle. Mrs. Charles K. Estes, all of Sperryville; and from Amissville, Mrs. Eloise Coates, Mrs. Glen Slonneger, Mrs. Massie and Mrs. Sarah Latham. ++++ 1 have but one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is the lamp of experience. —Patrick Henry We first make our habits, ind then our habits make us. —John Dryden By RAPLKY OWINGS VPI Ktlnmiun Agvnl The Area Beef Management School will be next Wednesday, December 13, Graves Mountain Lodge. Syria, Virginia. I would like to urge every beef cattle producer to attend as the information to be presented will help you to improve yotlr herd management and remain competitive. Get there early. 9:30 a.m. for coffee and visiting. The program starts at 10:00 a.m. with Tom Bibb, D.V.M. Dr. Bibb is a practicing Veterinarian and Professor of Vet Science, V.P.l. Tom, a man who has earned a reputation throughout the state as an outstanding speaker, will discuss curing your most costly herd problems, Lepto, calf scours, pinkeye, IBR, BVD, and there will be time for questions. 11:15 a.m.—Dr. John Gerkin will present an update on growth implants for calves and feeder cattle, and winter rations for stockers for Spring and Fall sale. John, a former County Agent in Clarke County is currently Extension Livestock Nutrition Specialist at V.P.L, and is one of the most knowledgeable Extension workers 1 know. 12:00 Noon—Lunch-Dutch Treat. Professional Funeral Service That Is Also Personalized Turner Funeral Home 104 CHE STM STMT FRONT ROYAL, VIRGINIA 22410 1:00 p.m.—Starting the afternoon program will be the dynamic Dr. Ike Eller, Extension project leader. Animal Science, V.P.I. Ike will zero in on how to manage cows to increase pounds of calf per cow. Concentrating on improved performance and reproduction. 1:45 p.m.—Bill Dunlap | will show slides and discuss ( practical facilities for ( handling beef cattle. Bill was an Extension Agent for about 6 years. He now owns and operates a beef cattle farm and specializes in agricultural real estate in Rockbridge County. The program will conclude at 3:30 p.m. with a question and answer period. Please help by calling the office 675-3619 by Monday, December 11, for luncheon reservations. Alfalfa—Early December is the time to inspect your Alfalfa fields for winter weeds such as chickweed. For effective control, fields should be sprayed before | January 1, if winter weeds are I a problem. I Building? •Paint •Lumber $ •Milwork i •Hardware - Complete One-Step BUILDING SUPPLY Warrenton Bulding Material Co, Inc. on tha By-Pass Wvrtnton 347-1400 Area News Mr. and Mr*. Wilbur Bridget of Alexandria celebrated their 22nd ^ wedding anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 25, 1978. Among the dinner guests were John R. Summons, Mrs. Alice Porter and Bobby Williams of Washington, Mrs. Bessie Grigsby, Angela, Wendi and Carl of Sperryville, Lawrence Freeman of Philadelphia, Pa., and Mrs. Ora Roy of Washington and Alexandria. Thanksgiving dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Porter of Falls Church were Mr. and Mrs. George Jackson and Miss Sally Jasper of Culpeper, Mrs. Alice Porter, Mrs. Ida Carter, Mrs. Mary McCardell, Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Aylor, Bobby Williams, John R. Summons, Mrs. Marilyn Price, Sandy and Alice all of Washington, Mrs. Bessie Grigsby, Angela, Wendi, Suzi and Carl of Sperryville, Lawrence . Freeman of Philadelphia, Pa. v and John Porter of Falls ‘.Church. V . /'Jr Christmas Party The Amissville Cub Scout Pack SO will hold a Christmas party and Pack meeting on December 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the regular meeting hall. All Scouts and parents are invited to comeCUSTOM FRAMING and Prints FOR SALE ALAN'S Photography Studio 167 E. 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News From Flint Hill Mrs. .Ethel Pullen was a Sunday visitor of Debbie Wtmmer in Front Royal. Weekend guests of Mrs. Guy Foster were her sister, Mrs. Gathie Fincham and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bueamer and Trina of Manassas, ^unday dinner guests were* Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Foster, Rocky and Lisa and Guy Foster Jr., Butch, Kristie and Rhonda. Mrs. Will Putman spent the weekend visiting her daughter, Mrs. Frances Gilbert in Warrenton. Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Curtis were weekend visitors of their son and dadghter-inlaw, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Curtis in Columbia, Md. Saturday overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Noakes and Amy were Russell and Michael Tharpe, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Hillard Tharpe of Front Royal. Mrs. Elmer Atkins visited her mother, Mrs. Maude Dodson in Mt. View Nursing Home in Luray Saturday. She called on Mrs. Virginia Gochenour of Luray in the evening. Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Brady, Mr. and Mrs. Emory Russell and Mr. and Mrs. Vloe Walker were in Arlington Saturday evening to attend the annual show of the Sweet-Adelines, Inc. Spending the weekend at Harper's Ferry were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moorefield and granaaaugn ter, Laurel Welch, where they attended the three day event. Old Time Christmas. Sunday they visited friends and family in Fairfax and were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Orr. Sunday guests of Mrs. Ada Grimsley were Mr. and Mrs. Ashby Grimsley and family and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Grimsley and family all of Huntly and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Grimsley of Castleton. Saturday overnight guest of Miss Sallie Lillard was her nephew, Keith Darr, of Front Royal. Mrs. Catherine Huff, Mrs. Carolyn Kinzey, Keith Darr and Miss Sallie Lillard were in Culpeper Saturday. Daughter For The Harlows Mr. and Mrs. Louis Harlow of Hampton are the parents of a daughter, Sarah Elizabeth, born November 29, 1978. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Lawrence of Amissville and Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Harlow of Toano are the little girl’s grandparents. Mrs. Dolly Melborne of Amissville is her greatgrandmother. Health is a gift, but you have to work to keep it. Train Boards Made to Order Order Now for Christmas “O”, “027”, or “HO” The Model Train Shop 220 E. Main St. Front Royal, Va. 636-2728 Approved Lionel Repair Station _ 10 9 Mon. Sat Sunday 1 - 6 p.m - See The New 1979 Model Chevrolets and Oldsmobiles and Chevrolet Trucks at PIEDMONT Chevrolet-Oldsmobile, Inc. 814 North Main St., Culpeper, Va. 825-2161 NEW ALARM I I I I I I Protect your home end valuables with the finest wireless alarm system manufactured - at a bargain price, thru Dec. 15th ■ installed (Regular Price $496 I SALE $395 1 Fire protection and automatic telephone dialers available J at additional cost. Free brochure "Home Burglar Alarms I Can Bring Insurance Savings." I On Sale At: THE PAINT SHOP. 51 Alexandria Pike In Warrenton ► and At The Rec Room at Peddlers Market, Rt. 1. Alexandria * Please call or write: SENTINEL ALARM SYSTEMS, INC. P.O.Box 3 Castleton, Va. 22716 a'SJS (703) 937-4976 Authorized Dealer For SMC Corp r di13S Te*a5 Es* d 1*45 _ _ • _aai mmmt aaaHIHHaa ON THE OPENING DAY OF DEER SEASON, Alvin Grigsby of Rockmills, Gid Jenkins of Sperryville and Brew Burke from Woodville came home with two bucks. Grigsby shot a ten-pointer with his 3006 rifle and Jenkins bagged a fourpointer with a 604 rifle. General District Court Cases Earl D. Williams, Huntly, hunt without license, $50 fine $18 costs. Manfred Call IV, Luray, fail to tag deer, $50 fine $13 costs, $25 fine suspended. Irvin Fray Graves, Vienna, possess untagged deer, $100 fine $13 costs. Douglas Ricketts, Woodville, trespass to hunt, nolle prosequi on motion of Commonwealth's Attorney; same, hunt without big game license, $50 fine $13 costs. Frank Daniel Coffey III, Sperryville, trespass to hunt, nolle prosequi on motion of Commonwealth's Attorney Hansel Seekford, Front Royal, assault and battery, $200 fine, $29 restitution, $25 costs John F. Steel, Jr , California, pass on double line, $15 fine $18 costs. Eugene W. Reid. Amissville, improper registration, $25 fine $18 costs Lynes Have Baby Girl Mr. and Mrs. David C. Lyne of Warrenton are the parents of a daughter. Peachy Moncure, born November 29, 1978 in Fauquier Hospital. Grandparents of the infant are Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lyne of Washington and Mrs. Barney Harris of Warrenton. Burkes Have Daughter Mr. and Mrs. Jennings Burke of Alexandria are the parents of a daughter, Mary Lynn, born Nov. 28, 1978 in Alexandria Hospital. Grandparents of the infant are Mr. and Mrs. John Crawford of Tazewell and Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Burke of Washington. The Burke’s have one other daughter, Jennifer. Fred William Dodson, Flint Hill, no county sticker, $10 fine $18 costs. Harry Richard Noakes, Winchester, speeding 75/55, reduced to 74/55, $38 fine $18 costs. Sherman Foster III, Glade Spring, no inspection, $10 fine $18 costs. Edward Milukas, Maryland, speeding 68/56, $26 fine $18 cost;. Howard N. Riggleman, Harrisonburg, speeding 66/55, $22 fine $18 costs. James A. Rime), Staunton, speeding 66/55, $22 fine $18 costs. Ansert G. Nelson, Florida, drunk in public, $15 fine $15 costs. ASCS Feed Grain Prices Up The 1979 feed grain program, administered by the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service (ASCS), offers farmers higher target prices for their corn, sorghum and barley than the 1978 program offered. T. R. Taylor, Chairperson of the Rappahannock County ASC committee, said the target price for corn will be S2.20 per bushel, as opposed to S2.10, and the diversion payment will be 10 cents a bushel, instead of 20 cents. The target price for sorghum was increased from S2.28 to S2.30 per bushel, and from S2.25 to S2.40 per bushel for barley. Corn and sorghum producers will again be offered a 10 per cent setaside and a 10 per cent diversion program. There will be a 20 per cent set-aside program for barley in 1979, Special Singer Mrs. Neville Stewart will present a program at Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville, Sunday, Dec. 10, at 3 p.m. This program is sponsored by Mrs. Rachael Aylor and will benefit the Pastor’s Aid Club. Everyone is invited to attend and hear this dynamic singer. instead of a combination setaside-diversion program. The diversion payment, based on the corn and sorghum acreage a producer diverts from production, will be SI per bushel times the farm program payment yield times the acreage diverted. According to T. R. Taylor, the 1979 program contains no restrictions on the acreage a producer participating in the diversion program could plant to feed grains. Details of the 1979 program may be obtained from the local ASCS office. Crawler Reaches While House Hans Mullikin, the 39year-old lay Baptist minister from Marshall, Texas, who crawled across Rappahannock County last month, made it to the White House gates the day before Thanksgiving. According to Mullikin, he undertook his two and onehalf year, 1,600 mile crawl to show America it could get on its knees and repent. He had hoped to be able to meet with the President but was told by an aide that Carter’s schedule was too tight for a visit. The Washington Area Mrs. Henry Keyser was a Wednesday overnight guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Keyser in Clifton and attended the Confirmation for her grandson, Joe Keyser, at St. John's Episcopal Church. Frank Keyser of Clifton was a Saturday overnight guest of Mrs. Keyser. Sunday callers of Mrs. Gabe Burke were her son and grandson, Paul and Jeff Burke. Mrs. W. M. Fletcher returned home Sunday after spending a week with her granddaughter, Mrs. Conoly Bedell in Fort Smith, Ark. For The Man i In Your Life » Limited Supply of > TALL SWEATERS ^ M, L, XL and XXL if. Limited Supply of TALL PENDLETON WOOL SHIRTS Good Selection Of DRESS SHIRTS Long Sleeve 141/2 to 19 Short Sleeve 14’/2 to 18 Southgate Shopping Center Culpeper Mrs. Mary Lea spent the Thanksgiving holiday and week visiting her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Williams in Amherst and her son-in-law and laughter, Mr. and Mrs. John "argill at Smith Mountain Lake. Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Burke were Thanksgiving dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. Cletus Burke in Front Royal. Mrs. Burke was the houseguest last week of Mr. and Mrs. John Metzger in Lorton and Mr. and Mrs. Jennings Burke in Alexandria. Col. and Mrs. Robert H. Ingle were in Richmond for the weekend and attended the wedding of Stephanie Seaton, daughter of Col. and Mrs. Stewart M. Seaton to Lt. J. G.) Bates Eastabrooks. Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Schultz were | their son-in-law and | daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Sengstack of Fairfax. Miss Becky Edmonds of Front Royal was Sunday caller of Mrs. J. M. Lillard. Miss Phyllis Verner of Falls Church is spending several days with her mother Mrs. A. M. Verner and Mrs. Mary Updike. Saturday luncheon guests of Mrs. Guy Burke were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Burke and Richie of Culpeper. Trenton Burke of Culpeper was a Saturday evening caller of his mother. Saturday guests of Stant Weaver were Mr. and Mrs. Nick Penaranda and Mark of Fairfax and John Weaver of Washington, D.C. NOTICE Now Open At A New Location CULPEPER ART COMPANY 204 N. Main Street, Culpeper, Va. Nice collection of antiques and Collectables We still do Custom Framing at reasonable prices. Come in and Browse Phone 825-4310 By KELLY GIL KEY A BOBETTE SWINDLER ■Uppahamock New Special Writer* The seniors at R.C.H.S. have started to order invitations and thank-you notes for their graduation which they are looking forward to. There is a new club to add to the list at R.C.H.S. It’s the F.B.L.A., a club for future business leaders. The club is in its early stages and they have not yet elected officers. Friday, Dec. 1, there was a combination pep-rally and awards ceremony held sixth period in the gymnasium. Mr. Finch, Miss Spieker and Miss Nelson gave out awards for Cross Country, Varsity basketball and JV basketball. Mr. Logan recognized the JV players and managers while Mr. Moffett introduced the varsity players. The varsity players had a warm up session for the students and teachers. Both JV and varsity cheerleaders psyched the students and players up for the Saturday night game at Clarke County. This was the Panthers first basketball game and they played the Clarke County Eagles at Clarke County. The JV’s started out their season right, with a hard fought victory over the Eagles. High scorer for the Panthers was Jimmy Tomko with 15 points; then Ernie Fletcher with 7, followed by Chris Foster with 2 points. Jimmy was high rebounder, Coffey's Have Son Mr. and Mrs. Frank D. Coffey III of Sperryville are the parents of a son, Frank Daniel IV, bom November 29, 1978 in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Grandparents of the infant are Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Coffey, Jr. of Sperryville and Mr. and Mrs. Burrell C. Woodard of Flint Hill. Great grandparents are Mrs. Frank D. Coffey, Sr. of Sperryville, Mrs. Robert Nethers of Flint Hill and Mrs. Esta Woodard of Front Royal. > REMEMBER Dec. 9 ' ’ 5:30 to 8:30 1» Washington j | Fire Dept. : BUFFET :: DINNER < > Elementary School < i Cafeteria See you there! pulling down 9. The Panthers ended up with 24 points, and the Eagles having 21. Keep up the good work IV. The Varsity came up on the short end of the stick with the Eagles having 67 points and the Panthers having 58. High scorer for the Panthers was Gary Leake having 21 points and Steve Foster bringing in 12 for the team. Gary Leake had 16 rebounds and Steve Foster had 9. The Panthers seemed to be nervous, since this was their first game, but they’ll do better when they travel to Central, Tuesday night, December S. A*r?'Set>e ^reRVO° New Year's Eve Gala dinner French Cuisine In a Restored 1830's House One Block From The Courthouse In Olde Towne Werrenton Reservations at 6:30 and 9:30 Call 347-1200 MOUNTAIN LUMBER COMPANY Dealers in Rare and Special Woods P.O. Box 7 Free Union, Virginia 22940 Telephone (804) 295-1922 Old heart-pine, wide plank flooring Butternut and Chestnut paneling Old log cabins • beams Our selection oI wood mey be teen in our werehouee In Cheriottesville. Vs FLINT HILL GARAGE All Star Used Cars 1 Buy— Sell— Trade! TIRES BATTERIES Gas and Oil Groceries Va. State Insp. Station 24-HOUR1 WRECKER SERVICE Good- Dependable- Reasonable FLINT HILL GARAGE Phone 675-3252 Flint Hill, Vo. 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News From Boston By MRS. MARIE ATKIN§ Rappahannock New Carre*pendent Mr. and Mrs. William G. Hoppe of Alexandria were guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Boyd and daughters were Thursday luncheon guests of Mrs. Adelea Ferrmun in Chevy Chase, Md. Sunday. They were luncheon guests of her mother, Mrs. Sarah C. Coates in Madison. Miss Linda Hawkins of Richmond spent Saturday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hawkins and Sharon. Michael Wayne Frazier spent Thursday with his grandmother, Mrs. Marvin Meade in Culpeper. Wayne Jenkins and Allen Whetzel of Leon spent Saturday with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Smith. Mr. - and Mrs. George Johnston, Mrs. Virgie Jenkins, Mrs. Mecie Thornhill, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Guinn and Elmer Coughlin were Thursday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Karnes in Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Carroll 1. Deal of Arlington were weekend guests of Clifton Naide at “Country Place.” Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and children were Sunday » •»- k luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins in Sperryville. Mr. and Mrs. Robert McDaniel were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Brownie Coughlin in Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Paul F. Butler entertained for Sunday luncheon having, Mr. and Mrs. George Butler Jr. and family of Culpeper and Mr. and Mrs. George Butler Sr. Kenneth Kiblinger has returned from Veteran’s Hospital, Martinsburg to his mother’s, Mrs. Conrad Leake and Mr. Leake. Recent guests in the Leake home were Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Racer and Russell of Washington, Mrs. Lillie Corbin of Sperryville and Mrs. Christine Corbin. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jett and Betty Jane of Fredericksburg were recent weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Gaines, Tom and Stewart. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Hawkins and family of Alexandria were Friday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hawkins. Maj. and Mrs. Phillip Duncan and family have returned to Columbus, Ohio after an extended visit here with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan and other relatives. w. «».. Wi i Special ; Christmas Auction ; Dec. 14,78 at 7 p.m. : Jenkins Auction House i Washington, Va. i Santa Claus presents! ! Va. ham to be given away as Door Prize. ^ Sale consists of over 75 different new items j This is a partial listing: Dolls Banks Musical jewelry boxes pillows tools Glassware „ _<s. (all kinds) 1 : Some new marble \ top tables j Brass kettles New and used i furniture I Farm bell Come early and plan to stay late! Plenty of heat and seating capacity Jenkin's Auction House Washington, Va. (Don't forget to come to see Santa) Shop open daily from 8:30 a m. to 7 p.m Special Antique Sale Thursday Night-Dec. 7 Time: 7 p.m. Several oak dressers Several oak wash stands Apple Butter Kettle Ham boiler Large Iron pot Oak rocker 2 nice spool cabinets Up and down churn Several old baskets Lot of cut glass (new) Ice box Some antique tools Several pieces of marble top furniture Many other valuable items Jenkins Auction House Washington, Va. Door Prize will be given "Come early and browse thru the antique shop 'Many items on sale for Christmas Shop open Daily from 8:30 a.m. to 7p.m. MRS. LOUISE EASTHAM of Ben Venue Farms (2nd from left) participated in special ceremonies at Randolph-Macon Academy as the Parents’ Association presented a new 15-passenger Dodge Travel-Van to the school. Mrs. Eastham is president of the Association for the 1978-79 year. f'nnisj'Tn v f jl/l/iTlII I JOURNAL By NANCY SECRIST VPI Extension Agent During the holidays our thoughts are filled with ideas of what to give each other. One of the nicest gifts we can give is part of Rappahannock. Flint Hill, Washington and Sperryville all have shops filled with gifts, many of which were made right here at home. Driving to Flint Hill is certainly a more beautiful drive than to one of the huge shopping centers in the city and shopping in , Rappahannock provides jobs and income for our residents. If you haven’t been to some of the shops, I hope you will take the time to visit one or two—you just might find what you are looking for and maybe something even better. The following recipes would also make delicious gifts for someone who doesn’t bake. Juanita Settle in Amissville gave me this recipe for rolls she guarantees all will enjoy. Rolls 1 cup hot mashed potatoes (unseasoned) 2 pkgs. yeast Va cup sugar (or less) ^ 1 tablespoon salt 2 eggs 2 cups warm water Va cup Crisco 6 to 7 cups flour Stir Crisco in hot potatoes, add sugar, salt and beat in eggs. Add to mixture of yeast and warm water. Beat in 3 cups flour, then add remaining flour. Store in refrigerator overnight. Take out and let rise double in size and bake in 400 degree F oven until done. These gingerbread cookies are sure to please youngsters this Christmas. Elaine Wiley in Sperryville says they are the soft, puffy old fashioned kind. Gingerbread Cookies (or Gingerbread Boys) Mjx one-third cup soft shortening, 1 cup brown sugar packed, 1‘/j cup dark molasses. Stir in two-thirds cup cold water. Sift together and stir in 6 cups sifted flour, 2 teaspoons soda. 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon allspice, 1 teaspoon ginger, 1 teaspoon cloves, 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Chill dough. Roll out very thick (Vi) inch). Cut with 2‘/i inch round cutter or gingerbread boy cutter. Place far apart on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake until when touched lightly with finger no imprint remains, about 15 minutes. Temperature, 350 degiee oven. Makes about 2 and twothirds doz. fat puffy 2'/2" cookies. News From Around Sperry ville By MRS. B. M. VARNER KuppuhanniM'k Vh*. (!orrt*H|M»nii**nl Cindy Cumins of Longwood College, Farmville and Douglas Cumins of James Madison University, Harrisonb,urg spent the Thanksgiving holidays with their grandmother, Mrs. Ruth Perkins. They were joined for dinner Thanksgiving Day by Mr. and Mrs. Dawson Nail, Penny, Gaye and Pete of Falls Church and W. W. Sssfl 2o< t t \9s*‘ 1 Mite East oi Marshal RL 55 V.w. Vehicle Specialist Service Center • Repairs on Most Foreign and American Cars 30 Ashby St., Warrenton, Va. 347-3785 Wright of Spotsylvania. Miss Sandra O’Brien of McLean was a weekend guest. Mrs. Frances Thornton was a weekend guest of Mrs. Amy L. Gore at Fairfax Circle. Sunday visitors of Mrs. Randolph Devers and Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Wayland were Mr. and Mrs. George Devers and Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Devers and family, all of Front Royal. Mrs. Mary Quaintance and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bomberger attended the Breedon-Settle wedding Saturday evening in Amissville. Mrs. Quaintance with Mrs. Carroll Quaintance visited Mrs. Annie A. Cooke in Amissville last Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Dodson and son, Reed of Fairfax were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Lester Dodson. Mrs. Catherine Brown spent Thanksgiving holiday with Dr. and Mrs. Larry Kushner in Gaithersburg, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Julian Brown, Paul and Jason, with Clyde Atkins, joined the family for dinner Thanksgiving Day. Mrs. Donald Carroll returned home Saturday after a week with relatives in Salem, Mass. Mrs. Maurice Manuel of Browntown was a visitor Sunday of her sister Mrs. B. M. Varner. Alson Atkins of Sperryville spent three days of the Thanksgiving week visiting Gatlinburg, Tenn. with Franklin and Esther Schmidt of Arlington. BULLOCK'S Quality Cleaners Complete Dry Cleaning and Laundry Service Rugs and Drapes 19 E. Jackson St. Front Royal 635-3055 Deal In Pacific Navy Aviation Ordinanceman Airman William R. Deal, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Deal of Sperryville, recently returned from an extended deployment in the Western Pacific. He is serving as a member of Attack Squadron 27 (VA27) homebased at the Naval Air Station, LeMoore, Calif.. His squadron was embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise and operated as a unit of the U.S. Seventh Fleet. During the cruise, Deal’s squadron participated in various training exercises with other Seventh Fleet Units and thr.^- allied runits an° -** visits were made in several Far Eastern countries. The squadron flies the A7E “Corsair II,” a jet bomber, designed for allweather operation and capable of both tactical bombing and providing close air support for ground troops. Deal joined the Navy in September 1975. Woodville News By JUNE CLARK Rappahannock New* C.orrc«pondent Mrs. Virginia Jenkins was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Woodward in Culpeper. Freemont Conners of Takoma Park, Md. was a guest for several days of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Orange. Mrs. Virginia Jenkins and Mrs. Mary Anna Hitt visited their mother and grandmother in Oak Springs Nursing Home in Warrenton Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Johnston of Stafford were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Buster Hitt. Tommie Orange and son Tom of Takoma Park, Md. and Donnie Conners of Wheaton, Md. were Saturday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Lacy Orange. The Rev. Gale Titchenell attended a Boy Scout Commissioner’s Conference at Winchester Saturday. Helen Lawrence of Fairfax was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Brew Burke. Sandra and Kerry Grigsby were Sunday luncheon guests of the Burke’s. Among their other guests were Mrs. John Henry Woodward, Tabby Sue and Jeffery of Castleton, Lottie Thornhill and Patsy Butler of Boston. Mrs. Maggie Grigsby is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Brew Burke. Mrs. Carolyn Manwaring, Mrs. Merle Dacziwatz and Mrs. Blondia Titchenell attended the Christmas Workshop at the parish hall Wednesday. Tuesday, Joe White and daughter, Stephanie, were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Clark and Misty. Dr. and Mrs. Carroll Quaintance and Mrs. Mary Botts Quaintance were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Henry Wood and the H. B. Woods. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Grissey and children, Jeremy and Danielle, of Manassas were Thanksgiving dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Bain. Richard Burke, W. H. Lyne, Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Clark and Misty Hitt attended the Northern Virginia Foxhunters association meeting held in Culpeper Friday evening. H—h + + To insure good health; eat lightly, breathe deeply, live moderately, cultivate cheerfulness, and maintain an interest in life. —William Louden WARD MOBILE HOME SALES Double & Modular Homes Rt. 29 North Charlottesville, Virginia (804) 973-6264 OPEN: SUNDAY 1-6 P.M. PERFORMANCE PEDIGREE & Overall Average Earnings per starter of $15,451.00. r ' * Summerduck ‘Run cFarm_i^RI r! 4, Box 293, Mr- & Mrs‘ W/ Richard Thomas Telephone: Culpeper, Va. 22701 wmmmm mmm 703/825-6177 PONIES FOR SALE - in MEDIUM WHITE SHOW PONY, gentle with children. 703-3687215.(17) 2 super, large, safe, hunting ponymares.'Suitable for adult or child, both show ring winners. Equine services. (301) 371-6670. ll>30 6 12'7'78 HORSES FOR SALE GENTLE RIDING HORSES lor sale - large selection of Hunter prospects, good Western horses and children’s horses. Also good used English and Western tack Boarding, breaking and training, professional care. Orchard Hill Stable 703-554-8255 (17) REGISTERED ARABIAN MARE. 4 years, green broke, good size, good dispostion. Must sell 703788-4707. (17) 16.3 HANDS FIELDHUNTER - 9 year old mare, gentle, sound $2000 703-777-7341 APPALOOSAS: yearling blueribbon winning gelding Three well bred weanling colts One solid weanling by thoroughbred Winter prices! 703-675-3729 _ (11-30-2M7) Registered Quarter horses, Cedar Run Farm, "Versatility and Disposition", Boarding, breeding, sale, (703) 347-7585. REGISTERED QUARTERHORSES for Christmas and investment We sell quality lor English and Western riding Consignments also accepted. Cedar Run Farm 703-347-7585 (12-7-3M7) REGISTERED THOROUGHBRED MARE 6 year old, 16. i hands, beautiful mover, show-hunt-event Also others - green and made - tor all purposes. 703-777-6798. INSTRUCTION RIDING LESSONS Private and Group Beginners to Advanced Child or Adult TRAIL RIDES 777-3*12 777-327* HAY FOR SALE J FOR SALE: Timothy hay, very good $80-ton Can deliver Call 703-338-4031 (12-7-4M7) PURE ALFALFA HAY - (No weeds or nurse crop) $115 00 per ton or $2 25 per bale Phone 703-3386266after 6 p m VERY FINELY TEXTURED Bright Timothy and alfalfa, $2 50 a bale; pure alfalfa. $2 35. timothy and clover. $1 65; orchard grass, $1 to $1 50 Free delivery Contact Sam Caseat Twin Oaks Farm, Purcellville. Va 703-338-4441, evenings (11-30-21-17) HORSE HAY Timothy, orchard grass, alfalfa $1 50/bale and up Straw. $1 50/bale Equibed horse bedding (you will like it), $2.25/bag Shelled corn. $6.00/100 Cracked corn. $6.50/100 Cassidy Bros /one mile east of Leesburg on Route 7 703-777-5134 (1M6-4M7) TOP QUALITY PENNSYLVANIA HAY and straw direct from farm Alfalfa, Timothy, Orchard grass, mixed wheat and barley straw Samples available. Delivered Evenings or weekends 717 334 8395. John W. Purdy. Someday . Farm, Gerrysburg, Pa (11-30-2M7) r FARRIERS - HORSESHOEING BILL DAVIS 703-3474009 Duane Manning 25 years experience All types of horses, all types problems. Hamilton, Va. 703-338-6228 BARN CONSTRUCTION Hackney Bros, builders Complete Horse Facilities Pole Barns • Machinery Sheds Custom Homes • Additions Remodeling - GENERAL CONSTRUCTION(703) 687-5292 After 6 P.M. "You Should See What We Saw” MISC. WANTED WANTED TO BUY horses and ponies under $350 Vienna. Virginia 703-938-2538 (17) PART-TIME HELP needed in the Lenah - Aldie area tor general stable duties in small dressage stable Must be able lo drive tractor Please can 703 327-4641 alter 5 00 p m and on weekends (17) WANTED TO BUY Horses, ponies, colts, saddles, wagons, etc. 703-554-8255 '-\ MISC. iFARRIER ANVIL. $95 . Forges. $40 and $50 . Horseshoes 50c lb 703-777-4669, (17) RIDE INDOORS THIS WINTER, large indoor ring available by hour or event, individual groups, dubs welcome. School indoors, be ready for sprinq shows. Located off 29 211, on Vint Hill Rd. Boarding, lessons, group and private, 754 9059 or 754-4647. __ 11 1b 12. / 78 EQUINE, JIJMP8 SIGNSPAINTED VINuCNT .. AM ;> Ride Indoors This Winter School indoors and be ready tor the Spring rush1 Excellent boarding facilities and professional instruction at ALL levels Located off Rt 15 - Just 4 miles from Leesburg Greenbrier Stables 703-777-6798 BOARDING & TRAINING BOARDING: Pasture ■ Summer: Hay - Winter Stalls, shelter On Historic Landmark 700 acre Estate near Middleburg $30 and $35 per month Year round 703-687-6035 Or 687-3201 TACK & EQUIPMENT BROWN AND TAN Barrel Racing Saddle in excellent condition Good tor train riding or shows Hardly been used Call 703-5942907 (17) SADDLES ENGLISH 19 inch and 17 inch complete Double rem bridle - mint condition Call after 6 p m 703-437-6745 (12-7-21-17) ELDONIAN 18 SADDLE made in England, exc cond , $150. light weight winter blanket, size 72 $20 new lace reins tor hunting $10. men's brown held boots wooden trees. $30 good cond call 338-6047 evenings |17) llrr’s ^aDblrri’ & Slpparrl Established 1%,'i 7 South King Street Leesburg. Virginia 703-777-4386 ♦ Tack Repair ♦ Tack ♦(lifts Equipment ♦ Riding Apparel ♦ Stable Supplies BARN CONSTRUCTION l ■ liMliilliams Cov Inc. specializing in the construction ot Complete Custom Horse Facilities BARNS - STABLES - INDOOR ARENAS Remodeling - Custom Homes “Hors# barns built by Horseman" We Service our Product * Rt. 1. Box 40. Broad Run. Va 22014 703-347-3173 i/iir-W Ul.Ti I U-jL court** l*Q THE HUNT < HOMES STABLES - BARNS ■ ADDITIONS FENCING 347J648

SEE Northern Virginia’s Most Exciting Assortment of • Equestrian Gifts if the Rappahannock Tack Shop Flint Hill > SPECIAL DECEMBER HOURS Wed. & Thure. 10-5 Sat. 10-6 > Friday Night open tiH 8 Large selection of Tennis Gift Items Located on Rt. 647 - 2nd houaa on right, behind F & M Bank in Flint H», Va. Rescue Calls The Flint Hill Rescue Unit transported -Mrs. Elizabeth Whorton from her home in Washington to the Warren Memorial Hospital, Saturday, Dec. 3. On Dec. 4, Mrs. Dora Foster was taken from her home to Warren Memorial by the same unit. The Sperryville Rescue Unit took Mrs. Bessie Woodward from her home to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Kink Griffin, in Luray on Thursday. ++++ Happy people are those who are producing something. —William R. Inge Planning For Retirement , a six-lesson course on planning for retirement b being offered by the V.P.L Extension Division. The series contains six letters on financial planning for retirement The letters will be mailed on the ISth of . January through June. 1 They are written for persons SO to 60 years of age and not for retired persons. If interested, call the Rap pahannock Extension Office .675-3619. Enrollment deadline is December 14, 1978. ; Wreck Reported John Corbin of Flint Hill was cited for reckless driving by Trooper H. A. Newlin following a crash on Route 522 at Huntly December 2 about 1 a.m. Corbin, travelling sooth, struck two vehicles owned by Charles Jenkins which were parked in front of his house. Corbin was operating a 72 Chevrolet and the other vehicles were a 73 Ford station wagon and a 64 Ford pickup. Corbin was not injured, said Newlin. SajjpaliattnockJfeui^ Reach nearly everyone in Rappahannock County with your Classified Ad. Just call or stop by our office before Noon on Tuesday. RATES.* $2.25 for the first 20 words, 10 cents for each additional word. Box numbers, $1.00 additional. Classified Ads f....7 MtSC. FOR SALE ■ -. ., DISTINCTIVE HANDMADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS: Herbal patchwork pillows, stuffed birds, dough art and scented ornaments, pomander ball kits and much more. Area's largest selection of herb books. Quality antiques and accessories. FAITH MOUNTAIN HERBS AND ANTIQUES, Sperryville, ?878824. _ 13d2l CHOOSE AND CUT your own Christmas tree—415 ft. Douglas fir, at Washington, Va., 23 miles west of Warrenton on U. S. 211. Follow signs. OPEN ONLY DEC. 16 and 17. 13dl4 For Sale: A pair of snow tires size F-78xl4. About 10,000 miles use. 675-3370. _ 13+pd 1966 VW. Not running. Good body, tires, new shocks, plus many new parts. 364-2645 or 937-4862 eves. _ 3tfpd EXTENSION Homemakers cookbook "Recipes From Old Virginia" available. $5. Contact Sandra Jenkins, Flint Hill 675-3741 or Extension Office 675 3619. 13fPd 1972 FORD E 200 Van. V-8, 3spd., rear seat, windows. Make offer. 347-4997 after 6 p.m. __3tfpd 1977 Ford, F 150, 4x4, V-8, PS, PB, AM-FM stereo, air conditioning, tinted windows, 41,000 miles $6,100 or reasonable offer. 675-3440 or Don't foreget delicious BUFFET DINNER Dec. 9, 5:30 to 8:30 at Rappahannock Elementary Cafeteria. 13-15 Performance tested Angus Bulls, A.I. sired by Linebacker of Wye. Actual yearling wts. 1040-1169 lbs.; 4 8, 5 Frame Scores, priced for the Commercial Cowman. Newbill Miller 703-675-3691. 13+c WOOD STOVES New Airtight Low Prices Ashley-C-60 $300 Ashley-25-HF $150 Morso, Efel, Heart Mate, Portland, Warner Deliveries b Installation Available Robert Wagg, Nethers 987-8005 13d28 VW PARTS, body and mechanical, from '68-70. 3474997 after 6 p.m. 3tfpdc VW PARTS, body and mechanical, from '68-70. 347 4997 after 6 p.m. 3tfpd Big Basement Sale—3 families—Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 9 and 10 beginning at 9 a.m. Lots of clothes, coats, dishes, toys, household and Christmas items. Route 659, Flint Hill. Rose Foster 675-3700. _ 13+ 1 207 S. Royal Avo. FRONT ROYAL. VA. 22630 (7 03) 633-7070 An Invitation to Browse... 'Complete General Book Store * Book Accessories * Distinctive Gifts Will special order any book in print WANTED TO BUY: 1MB or newer VW beetle or Karmann Ghia body with good transaxle, title. Engine condition not important. 347-4997 after 6 , WANTED: Outside rearview mirror for 68 VW. 937-4862 eves. :14dl4pd WANTED TO BUY—Solid color room-sized rugs, approximately 9x12, used but in good condition. Also mediumsized chest freezer. Call 9878490 after 6 p.m. weekdays, anytime on weekends. _ 14tfpd Old Time Christmas Candy *Pink & White •Choc. Gumdrops •Peanut Squares Ladies' Thermal Underwear *Flowered *B!ue *White Timex Watches *Ladies' *Men's Cutlery Sets *€-piece *Stainless Steel $12.95 Christmas Trees and Wreaths Open until 9:00 p.m. every night 'tfl Christmas Open Sundays 10:00 ajn. - 5:00 pjn. Wrtngfor Insulated Coveralls Brown Duck $29.95 ALVIN B. STOKES GENERAL STORE At the Bridge in Front Royai WILLIAM E. SISK: Electrical Contractor. New homes, additions, wiring of all Kinds, no jobs too small. Call 9878772. Sperryville, Va. PAINTING CONTRACTOR: Quality workmanship and materials. Interior exterior, local references, reasonable prices. Free estimates. Patrick Crowley. 987-8726. Stf THURMON WHORTON, Flint Hill—Plumbing, Heating, Electrical work. 24 hour emergency service 675-3607. 5tt GORE'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE. Call me for wiring, heating services, electrical supplies and plumbing repairs. P. O. Box 88, Sperryville, Va., 987-8748. _ Stf We Can Supply All Your BUILDING NEEDS CULPEPER BUILDING & SUPPLY CORP. Phone 825-8383 Culpeper 948 Gimlet Ridge Chimney Sweep Mtmkr cf Chimney Skxtp CuiU Timothy F. Johnson Fully Insured Btntonvillt. Virginm 23<to 703-636-2463 12 28 HOMS AND mmmm mmmmtmmmmmtmmmrnmm EXPERIENCED BUILDER. New Homes, Remodeling, Repairs. Gregory Monahan, MONECS Corporation. 9878928. 5tf ROOFING—Gutters and down spoutings. Tinning and roofing of all kinds; Aluminum gutter and downspout, Roof repair. Call Bill Starks, 675-3830, Washington, Va. --_iH LOST ANO FOUN&: REWARD—2 cats, shiny, black female, long-haired gray male, lost and confused between new home in Old Hollow, Sperryvitle and old home, Harris Hollow, Washington. 987-8032. . T7+ r INSTftUCTK># Learn to make pottery on • potter's wheel, lessons by Worden Robinson, Nethers, 987-8625. 18dT4 p .m i . p .M. HELP WANTED :. - . RappahannockRapidan Mental Retardation Services' has two openings for CETA eliglbles: One position as an out-reach worker, requires BA degree or experience in client search. Responsible for intake, out-reach and some research; one position as secretary data collator requires general secretarial duties, management of confidential records to be placed on a computer. High school diploma necessary and good clerical skills. Apply to Mary Williams, Virginia Employment Commission, 110 West Cameron Street, Culpeper, Va. _ 20+ Karrnme position at Rappahannock County Library. Librarian experience preferred. For details write or phone Mrs. Grace Sims, Rapp. Co. Library, Washington, 6753780 or 987-8680 or Mrs. Mary Jamieson, Sperryville, 9878585. 20d7 parttime help—clean 7 stables and do general stable work, near Sperryville. Mrs. Marsh, phone 987 8721 or 987 8172. 20dl4 FIELD WORKERS TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES in developing tree planting programs. Technical or design experience preferred, ability to deal with public required. CETA position, must be u/temployed 15 weeks. EOE, 347 2334. 20 + Administrative assistant full or parttime for international consulting company, good typing, telephone, general office skills. Washington, contact Mrs. Smith 675-3410. ;20d7 Special On Americana Carpet SiM§kamU Qaqret <£ *&oo€ CovttiMf SALES AND INSTALLATION 10* SOUTH STREET FRONT ROYAL. VA 22630 —Jo© WilliamsGeneral Contractor Chester Gap, Va. Now Horn©©, Old Horn© Restoration Additions, R©e. Rooms, Rsmod©llng, Custom Cabinet©, Etc. “Quality” Second To Nona ^em.a+ommmmm.1 mr 703-63S-S903 liflPIB iMimiaiifliiiij Poor Sportl Whoever shot the turkey on the Foster property Saturday, Dec. 2,197i we lust want you to know it was a tame turkey and on posted land. We think shooting a turkey in honeysuckle about three feet from you is being a very poor sport. Mrs. Jerry Foster __21 + WANTED: Supporters to come and en|oy a delicious BUFFET DINNER at Rappahannock Elementary School Cafeteria on Dec. 9, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. _ 21 + In loving memory of our dear mother, Mary W. Fltzhugh. God called you home to rest nine years ago. Each day we miss you and love you more. Her children, Gladys, Griffin, Wilson and Lloyd _ 21+pd We wish to thank relatives, friends, hunters and neighbors for their many acts of kindness shown to us during our recent bereavement. Special thanks to the Rappahannock County Sheriff's Dept., Trooper C. A. Moore, Amissville Rescue Squad, Orlean Rescue Squad, and the \ REACT Club of Front Royal. 1 The family of 1 Jerry Atkins 4 _21+ * BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA NOTICE Charles Easton of Huntly, Va. has applied for a Variance in accordance with Article 10, Section 1 of the Zoning Ordinance of Rappahannock County, Virginia. The above named applicant desires a variance from the setback regulation for a structure to be located along Rt. 522 near Willis Chapel Church located In Wakefield Magisterial District. A hearing has been scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Dec. 14, 1978, in the County Courthouse at Washington, Virginia. The applicant and other interested parties wishing to be heard are requested to be present at that time. BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS FOR RAPPAHAN NOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA By: Patty Alexander Clerk _ 22d7 OFFICE SPACE available In "Clopton House". Carpeting and private bath. $75-month. S/5-3400. _ _24tfk MODERN COUNTRY COLONIAL home on 5 acres with open countryside view and swimming pool, 3 to 4 bedrooms. Unfurnished. Available soon on farm between Warrenton and The' Plains. References required. $600 monthly. Option to buy available. Contact Rosalyn Smith, Nelson Realty, Warrenton, 347-7700. 25 tf MOUNTAINTOP HOME, spectacular view. 1 bedroom, fully furnished. One farm between Warrenton and The Plains. Available soon. $400 monthly. References required. Contact Rosalyn Smith, Nelson Realty, Warrenton, 347-7700. -m Fauquier DemocratRappahannock News staffer looking for apartment, small cottage In country. Prefer close proximity to Warrenton. Call 347-3071 eves. 27tfpd For Sale: 11.5 acres In Amlssville. Asking $22,000. Call 007-0416 or 675-3510. Ask for Sherry. _2Pd7pd Call 675-3349 To Ploco Tout Ad Offerings by Lyne 27 wooded acre*. State road frontage, nice home and garden site. $33,750. Financing available. 36% acres, fronting on 522 part open, streams, nice knoll for homesite and excellent investment opportunity. $39,750. Modern 4 to 5 bedroom residence adaptable and well located for combination home-business set up on 211. $62,500. Nice 3 acre homesite on school bus and mail routes, recent survey. $7,500. m |<>E ALIOU CALL W. H. LYNE, REALTOR 087-6291 or JoMpti Nordont, Aaeodata Realtor M7-8M1 SAM Q NEAD H EALTY Home* • Farms end Country Beal Estate Washington, Va. 22747 Burin— Phone 987-6700 Rappahannock County Properties 43 acres • Spectacular mountain top property with a panoramic view of the Blue Ridge; deer and mountain laurel in abundant supply. $1,000 par acre .with excellent owner terms. Musical Program The Men’s Chorus of i Promise Lund Baptist j Church will give a musical, program on Saturday, Dec. 9, at 7:30 p.m. at the First ' Baptist Church, Washington. The prognuit^ will benefit the youth choir. Everyone is welcome to attend. ++++ Can anybody remember when the times were not hard and money not scarce? —Emerson Poinsettias Fresh Wreaths Norfolk Island Pines Hanging Baskets Assorted Plants Christmas Supplies Ike Good Earth j The GOOD EARTH i East St.. Behind Leggett Culpeper, Va. IN THE PINES, nearly new, well insulated, wood 6 electric heat. 2 bedrooms, decks, Rappahannock Lakes, $39,000. BEST VIEW in Rappahannock County (?) Mt. top plus road and stream frontage, 34 acres, $49,500. WATER FALLS, Mill Run and road frontage, 18 wooded acres, $25,000. NICELY WOODED knoll with south sloping meadow, views! Springs, pondsite, 35 acres, $66,000. INVEST in the Earth while it's still round! THANKS Rappalachian Homes Washington, Va. 937-4388 347-1920 RAYT. CANNON CO. REAL ESTATE SINCE 1X1 BLACKWATER ACRES FARM-94.8 acres, mostly open, rolling pasture; some flat bottom land, long frontage on Black water creek; 6-room, two story, country home, newly remodeled cattle bam and silo. Located on £nd of state road - $106,000 with large assumable trust at 8% interest. CASTLETON—33.7 acres woodland with stream, view, paved road, new survey. $80,660. Owner will finance. AMISSVILLE-35 acres with open pasture with stream, view, frontage on Rt. 611. $86,000. Owner financing with 7Vi% interest. TURKEY RIDGE MOUk^TANtf-tSOmkes of woodland with stream, view long road^MBM yorluAP of ridge. $47,600. Owner will finance. CASTLETON—25 acres of rolling land, view, stream, long frontage on paved road. $37,000. Owner will finance. ESTES —28 or X acres woodland and open with scattered trees, long road frontage, view. $1700 per acre. Owner will finance. BOSTON—66 wooded acres with long frontage on Blackwater Creek, view, very secluded. $81,260 with 29% down. Owner will carry balance. CASTLETON—91.8 acres of woodland, stream, very secluded. $094100. Owner will finance. MADISON COUNTY —100 acres of steep, wooded mountain land with high elevation. $46,000 with only 15 % down. Owner will finance balance. AMISSVILLE, VA. 937-4111 PANORAMA REAL Sperryvff/e Emporium SperryviHe, Va. 987-8640 Open Every Day 3 bedroom brick and frame home on over 1 acre, nicely secluded with some mountain views and just west of Sperryville. Home includes 12x12 kitchen, living and dining room combination, fullbath, and oil heat. Two outbuildings, and garden area. $39,500. 30 wooded acres with frontage on Rt. 522 north of Flint Hill. Tremendous views, numerous building sites, certified survey and priced to sell at $36,000 with $8000 down and balance financed by owner at 9% for 15 years. Sperryville - New England styled 2 story home set behind pickett fence amid large trees and well established shrubs on two acres. With 3 bedrooms, home boasts fully equipped kitchen, separate formal dining room, stone fireplace in carpeted living room, 2 full baths and much more. Attached garage offers 4th bedroom and private bath. Porch, patio and greenhouse. All for only$62£00. Call for details and appointment. Madison Co. -15.4 wooded acres in nice area at Haywood. Good mountain views, building sites and priced to sell at $20,000. 33 acres of orchard and woodland fronting on state road near Flint Hill. This tract offers numerous building sites, views, and owner financing with only 20% down. A good buy at $1300 par acre. 03 REALTOR* ASSOCIATES a James Leake John Eubank, Jr. Beverly Atkins Dean Hahn J. M. O'Bannon C. K. Barnes 907-8236 987-8146 675-3883 635-7048 987-8713 987-8619