Rappahannock News, July 5, 1979

30th YEAR, NO. 27 ISPS 435380 8 Pages Founded 1877 THURSDAY, JULY 5,1979 Washington. Virginia Phone (>75-3349 20c School Board Spends Surplus Vehicle Policy Discussed By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock New* Staff Writer At a special session on June 26, the last meeting in the 1978-79 fiscal year, the Rappahannock School Board approved payroll warrants totalling $90,244. Expenditures covered priority maintenance projects established at the regular June board meeting as well as early payment for new text books that will be used in the coming school year. The School Board had approximately $60,000 in uncommitted funds, near the close of the fiscal year. The money came from left-over teacher’s salaries and higher sales tax reimbursement than anticipated. In addition to the money committed at the June 26 meeting, the board will carry over $30,000 for two school buses as well as a portion of the sales tax revenue into 1979-80, following approval of the action by the county Supervisors. Without the Supervisors’ authorization of the carryover, the funds would have been returned to the county’s General Fund. In addition to high priority items—furniture, fill-ups of oil, gas and coal, prepayment of text books and supplies, and painting, roofing repairs and heating controls for the elementary school—the payroll warrants covered other items ranked lower on the School Board’s list. The board approved reimbursement to the high school athletic department for the new chainlink fence around the baseball field. “Since we had to pay for it, I certainly think it should have come before the School Board,” remarked Chairman Beverly Massie. “Someone took a lot of responsibility on their own shoulders," agreed board member Walter Masterson. Superintendent William Bloomer explained that the fence had been installed with athletic department funds. “The indication at the last board meeting was that if we had funds, you all would be in favor of reimbursement,” he added. “I still think, as a capital improvement, it should have been approved by the board,” Mrs. Massie countered. New Vehicle She also pointed out that $5,500 for a 1979 Malibu was included in the warrants. “I thought we weren’t going to buy a car,” Mrs. Massie said. “The comment I heard was that if money was available, it was a low priority,” Bloomer replied. He said the vehicle used by the bus drivers for transportation home would be sold upon purchase of the Malibu. Then, said Bloomer, each car will be shifted down one notch in the fleet. “We’ve got more automobiles...(The bus garage parking area) looks like a used car lot,” interjected Masterson. If the current gas shortage continues, he said, the board may be faced with consolidating bus stops and should therefore reevaluate board policy on cars. “It’s expensive. It’s not necessary. Our first priority ought to be getting the children to school,” Masterson maintained. "At present, who has cars and where are they?” asked Mrs. Massie, noting that the School Board, by law, was only required to furnish the Superintendent with a vehicle. Cars are assigned to Assistant Superintendent Rob McDaniel, high school principal Dennis Wingfield and elementary principal Graham Spencer, Bloomer said. The rest of the vehicles in the fleet are staged at the bus shop, he added. Bloomer noted that Spencer drives his own car to and from his home in Front Royal and shares the vehicle during the school day with the child development specialist and the speech therapist for home visits with preschoolers. Maintenance superintendent Allie Huff takes either the fleet’s pick-up truck or van home while his assistant, John Henry Woodard, drives one vehicle home during the summer and takes a bus home during the school year, Bloomer continued. Noting that vehicles are assigned at the discretion of the Superintendent, Mrs. Massie asked Bloomer if he anticipated any change in current policy. Any changes. Bloomer answered, will depend on the percentage of its normal gas allocation that the school system receives. “If we can only get 70 per cent, we may have to do a lot of things that we’re not accustomed to doing,” he said. The Board of Supervisors, in approving the 1979-80 (Continued on Page 2) Class Reunion Any RCHS classmate of 1969 who has not returned his or her reunion questionnaire is asked to do so by July 9, 1979 to either Carter Moffett Welling at 57 Pleasant Run Drive, Gales Ferry, Conn. 06335 or Jan Hackley Makela at 5501 Meer Street. Virginia Beach, Va. 23451. Final plans for the reunion are in the making and a large turn out of classmates is hoped for. JOHN GODLEWSKIU Rappahannock Sheriff’s Department for the third full-time position authorized in the 1979-80 budget by the Board of Supervisors. Deputy Assumes Duties John Godlewski is the new deputy to Rappahannock County. He conies originally from Washington, D.C., though he has just finished three months of working in Front Royal. Godlewski’s career in law enforcement stems from a desire to help people. He says that he wanted a profession that would help the community. He worked for a year in the Virginia Department of Corrections as a Correction Officer, aad then moved on to work in Front Royal. Godlewski says that he enjoys what he’s doing: “It gives me a feeling that I’ve accomplished something with the time that I’ve spent.” Godlewski is a graduate of Montgomery College and also of the University of Maryland, where he majored in Criminology. He had undergone the required seven weeks training in Waynesboro at the Criminal Justice Training Center. Of his move to Rappahannock, Godlewski says: “I really like the area, and I especially like the people I’m working with." WOMEN’S CLUB DONATION-Joyce Andr^fi^o^o^g^sIdemTf the Rappahannock County Women’s Club, presented Library Board Chairman Mary Jamieson with a check for $1,00Q riu*sedbytfre Club’s annual fashion show. BttHUUM? rwra^wntsi) rngwr saw me minis vxpamf-tfie children’s selection, including frequently requested albums on stamp collecting. In addition, the Library plans to purchase a permanent rack for periodicals with the Women’s Club donation. Final Budget Approved At a special meeting early Friday morning, the Rappahannock Supervisors voted Final approval to the 1979-80 county budget and formally set the new tax rate at $4.20 per $100 assessed value. As at the June 22 hearing on the proposed budget, there was no participation from the general public. With the exception of School Superintendent William Bloomer and Assistant Superintendent Rob McDaniel, the Supervisors were alone at their meeting. Expenditures in the final budget for 1979-80 total $2,262,773—an increase of $121,840 over the current year. The 1979-80 tax rate of $4.20 is the same level as in the current year. According to county accountant Walter Cox, increased expenditures will be offset by drawing an estimated $115,638 from surplus county funds and by increased collection of utility taxes, Alcohol Beverage Control Board profits and federal payments in lieu of taxes. The largest increase— $220,641—comes in the School Fund that comprises 69.9 percent of the total budget. Increases are also shown in school construction ($17,000), Library Fund ($2,609) and General Fund ($38,848) The Multipurpose and General Construction Fund shows a decrease of $153,000. (Last year, this category Garden Tour Planned The Rappahannock Fanner’s Market Association and the Rappahannock Extension Home Horticulture Committee are co-sponsoring a tour for local gardening enthusiasts of three county vegetable gardens on Tuesday, July 17. The group will assemble at the Emporium in Sperryville at 9 a.m. and then visit ftie vegetable gardens of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins, Sperryville, Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Burke, Five Forks, and Mr. and Mrs. Silas Martin, Jr. near Amissville. included funds for building the new clerk’s office.) Virginia Public Assistance Fund totals are down by $7,150 and the total for County Clerk has decreased by $15,103. Other categories with decreases are Planning Commission ($2,000) and Miscellaneous Operating Functions ($2,399). The tax rate of $4.20 is based on the county’s 1974 assessment with real estate assessed at 15 percent of fair market value and personal property at 25 percent fair market value. Beginning in 1980, the entire state will begin 100 percent fair market value assessment. The new assessment, however, will not become effective here until 1981. R UR IT AN MEMBERS PREPARE for their annual pit-cooked beef barbecue whiSTls scheduled for this Saturday, July 7 at the AmissviUe carnival grounds from 5 to 8 pjn. With shovels in hand are George Lawrence, Charlie Compton, H.R. Terhune and T.C. Barron. The barbecue will be accompanied by vegetables, drinks and desserts and the public is extended a cordial invitation. / T $2.5 Million Suit Filed Against County, Sheriff, Jailor By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock News Staff Writer In a $2.5 million suit filed June 27 in U.S. District Court in Charlottesville. Myrtle Corbin of Flint Hill charges Rappahannock Sheriff W. A. Buntin and Corrections Officer John A. Mannion with “callous indifference” that resulted in the death of her son. Bobby Lee Corbin. Corbin, age 31, died on December 26, 1978, of injuries he sustained in an automobile accident. The sole cause of death, according to the suit filed by Charlottesville lawyer Robert P. Dwoskin, was "multiple Chester Gap firemen opened their annual carnival last night at their grounds on the mountain and it will continue through Saturday. Activities include all of the usual exciting rides, games, contests and abundance of good home cooked food. All of the carnival rides are 25 cents each and are operated by the local people. The usual carnival fare. hofdopi am# coffee will also be available. A carnival queen will be crowned in a ceremony Friday night and prizes will be awarded on Saturday. Chester Gap Carnival fractures of the thorax which in turn led to internal bleeding.” The suit alleges that the injuries would not have been fatal if Corbin had received medical treatment while in custody. According to the suit. Corbin was driving under the influence of alcohol about 6 p.m. Christmas Day when he lost control of his truck near Flint Hill, crashed through a fence and hit a tree. Corbin appeared disoriented when found by rescue squad and Sheriffs Department personnel, the suit continues, and had to be pulled from his truck. Allegedly, he refused any kind of assistance or to accept responsibility. The suit contends that deputies ignored the wishes of rescue squad members who wanted to take Corbin to a hospital and “instead had him handcuffed and possibly physically beaten and transported to jail.” Mrs. Corbin claims she made repeated calls to the jail that night seeking medical attention for her son with no success. Instead, according to the suit, he was held in a cell from 6:30 p.m. until 10:30 a.m. the following day. The suit reports that Corbin collapsed within an hour of arriving home and shortly miter he wmS taken to Warren Memorial Hospital. In addition to suing the countv. Mrs. Corbin is seeking damages from Sheriff Ski Equipment Removed The snow- making equipment at the Harris Hollow ski area is being dismantled and removed. According to James A. Moore, partner in. the Rappahannock venture and president of Camelback Ski Corporation, the equipment will be replaced with new snow making machinery once financial arrangements are completed with Ski Round Top, primary investor in the Harris Hollow site. Moore reported that Ski Round Top’s management wanted to keep the lifts and lights but replace snow makers. "We had a desperate important and immediate use this winter for the equipment at Camel Back." he said adding that better, newei equipment would be installed in Harris Hollow. Moore acknowledged that there is some question as to whether the snowless Alpine slide will eventually be built at the ski area here. "We contemplate that we shall," Moore said, adding that he had been promised a final answer from Ski Round Top by mid August on whether they will be the principal investors. If Round Top puts up the monev. Moore said,“we (Rapp Ski Limited Partnership) will have a very important financial and management role to play.” Buntin in his official capacity and personally as being responsible for the actions of his officers. Mannion is being sued because, the court papers contend, “it was his actions while having the deceased under his custody which contributed" to Corbin's death. Rescue squadsman Frank Huff of Flint Hill was the first person to reach the accident, driving his own car instead of the rescue vehicle. Huff said on Monday that he immediately asked Corbin if he would go to the hospital. Corbin refused, according to the rescue squadsman. “We’ve never forced anyone to go to the hospital in all the years (squads have been operating) in the county," Huff explained. “They go on their own (accord) or else we leave them there," he said. Huff reported that Corbin was taken from his truck to a State Police patrol car by state trooper Harry Newlin. "He's the man that did the arresting," said Huff, adding that Corbin was put under arrest only after he refused to go to the hospital. Contacted on Monday, attorney Dwoskin said that Newlin was not named in the suit because "the state did not have custody." Dwoskin, who has previously represented members of the Corbin family, noted in addition that it is difficult to sue the state. Asked why Buntin was named personally in the suit when the Sheriff was out of the county on vacation when the accident occurred Dwoskin maintained that, as head of the department, Buntin bore the responsibility for the conduct of his subordinates. The attorney added that Buntin may well be dropped from the suit at a later date. Sheriff’s Department personnel had not been served with papers in the suit as of Monday evening. Mannion said he learned of the legal action while watching a Charlottesville television news broadcast on Thursday night. He said he'd also read an article carried in the Richmond TimesDispatch on Friday that reported the filing. "We have not been served with papers,” said Buntin on Monday. “1 have no comment until we're formally advised of the charges against us."

PHOEBE PIERSON ol tendance at Rappahannock Elementary School for the past seven years. She was given special recognition at the close of school. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Pierson. Higher Grass Saves Money The State Department of Highways and Transportation will let the grass grow a little higher to help save fuel. C. O. Leigh. state maintenance engineer, announced two changes in the mowing standards which should result in fuel savings. On the interstd^, arterial, and major primary roads, the maximum height allowed for vegetation has been raised to 15 inches from 10 inches. In addition, mowing will not start until the vegetation has reached 10 inches, according to Leigh. On low-volume primary roads and high-volume secondary roads, the minimum height for vegetation before mowing starts will be 15 inches. It formerly was 10 inches. ixappahanmuk 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 New Renewal Check Enclosed NAME ... ADDRESS _ CITY_STATE _ZIP_ Entered as second class mail at the Post Office in Warrenton, Va The Rappahannock News is published every Thursday at 39 Culpeper Street Warrenton Va by The Warrenton Prrnting and Publishing Co P O Box t>3l Warrenton Va 22186 <>vy on Selected Stock <b* RCk Televisions - RCA ColorTrak 19” ^'^gonai Modrt FB497 19” Mod* AB1»2 Rappahannock Farmers' Co-op Sperry vHle, Va. 987-8555 • V.W. Vehicle Specialist • Repairs on Most Foreign and American Cars J 30 Ashby St., Warrenton, Va. 347-3785 Service Center Interest Sparks Learning Childrdqcarry memories of their first teacher through most of their lives. Mary Beth Martin is the perfect first teacher to fit those memories. Slender, blonde and pretty with a soft voice and quiet ways, she’s the kind that little boys dream of marrying and little girls imagine they’ll grow up to be like. Mary Beth is director and only teacher at Shenandoah Woods Montessori School. Nestled back in the trees off Fodderstack Road, the school is a child’s world, a large doll house with everything scaled down to pint-size. Shelves, counters, cabinets, book cases—even the sink at one end of the science and art area—are built to accommodate three to five year olds without them having to stand on tip-toe and stretch. Mary Beth opened the school with four students last fall and finished most of the year with only three. Her dedication to the Montessori method of teaching spurred her to continue, despites the disappointment of such a limited enrollment. “It meets children’s needs, at least for very young children. It sparks their interest,” she explained. Mary Beth taught at a traditional public school in Culpeper but said she found Hunters, Anglers Pay For Sport People who hunted and fished last year spent a record $344 million on licenses, tags, permits and stamps, an increase of $15 million over fiscal year 1977 totals, and including $159 million for fishing licenses and $185 million for huntipg licenses. The revenues derived from these license sales enable states to conduct their fish and wildlife conservation and management programs. In Virginia there were over 449 thousand paid hunting license holders and all of the licenses, tags, stamps and permits they purchased totalled over four million dollars. There were some 431 thousand licenses fishermen in Virginia in 1978 who paid over two million dollars in license and other fees to enjoy their sport. The total number of hunting license holders in the United States was 16,277,225, up slightly from 16,197,015 in 1977. Fishing license holders declined from 27,324,396 in 1977 to 26,150.352 in 1978. Fish and Wildlife Service officials said that fluctuations in the number of hunting and fishing license holders are not unusual. Completes Service Paul S. Fincham of Boston has completed four years service with the U.S. Marine Corps and received an honorable discharge. He had the rank of sergeant. Fincham was awarded two letters of appreciation, a good conduct ribbon and two meritorious masts for outstanding work. He held posts in London, Germany and Amsterdam in addition to his service in the States: much of which was spent at Camp LeJeune, N. C. He was a 1975 graduate of Rappahannock County High School, and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lamb. it frustrating to be unable to help children learn in the large classrooms with standard, structured setting. She became involved here in the push for public kindergarten and, in investigating Other educational options, discovered Montessori. She visited a Montessori school in Culpeper and came away impressed. “The nice thing about it is the individuality. (In a Montessori School) you can meet the needs of even the well below-average children,” she said. With individual lesson plans required for every child, instruction takes added preparation and time. “But that kind of learning carries on for the rest of your life,” Mary Beth maintained. The key to early childhood education is sensorial experience. In the Montessori method, learning is begun through the fingertips with the sense of touch. The children at Shenandoah Woods learn size relationships and the concepts of larger and smaller by arranging bright red wooden rods in order from shortest to longest. Mary Beth has boxes filled with different sized peas and beans for the children to mix and separate. The youngsters work with blindfolds on, feeling different sorts of fabric and trying to guess which is which. “They’re learning to see with their fingers,” Mary Beth explained. In reading readiness, she uses sandpaper letters for the children to feel as well as look it when they’re introduced to the alphabet. The sandpaper letters reinforce with the hands what the children see with their eyes, sending the message of what an “A” is to the brain by two different paths. This same approach is the basis for remedial reading programs. “Montessori starts that way so there’s no failure,” Mary Beth noted. Under the Montessori method, young children learn from practical life exercises. Pouring water into a vase for cut flowers improves a child’s coordination. Cooking, polishing, sweeping, washing dishes and performing other supervised activities give them ' a seriise " of accomplishment and at the same time develop muscles and skills which will be needed later for academic exercises. Following the Montessori method, Mary Beth emphasizes completing tasks and putting things away. The children work individually at learning activities that spark their interest. On a normal day, the three knee-high girls who make up the class dart back and forth from tables to shelves, selecting the instructional materials they need for their projects. If they don’t return their learning tools when they’ve finished, the room could look like a ground zero bomb hit in no time. Maybe Mary Beth had to nag at the beginning of the year to persuade her charges to cooperate. By late May, however, cleaning up after themselves—at least at school—had become second nature. “It really builds character,” said Mary Beth. “And it’s the only way (the Montessori method) will all work. They have to put things back so the second child can use them.” Mary Beth believes in the Montessori principle that children will learn if given the freedom to explore and participate. “I ask them what they want to do because I’ve found that I have greater success (in teaching) when they’re doing what they want to do.” This method coupled with the close individual attention that Mary Beth is able to give each child brings results. Her youngsters scored higher than the norm on standardized tests and, more - important to their teacher, showed dramatic improvement in vocabulary between the beginning and end of the year. Mary Beth attributes the dloljn JWaraljaU 7 iReataurant P Due to the energy crisis we will be closed until further notice. Rt. 56 Main St. Marshall, Va. 364-2314 low enrollment at Shenandoah Woods partially to transportation problems resulting from her location off the beaten track. In a move to attract children to reach the eight to ten class size that she feels Is ideal, Mary Beth plans to relocate the school in Front Royal next year. She’ll have a partner if the deal goes through, a teacher from the Pennmont Academy Mon tessori School in Pennsylvania. The school house on Fodderstack next door to the home where Mary Beth lives with .husband Jerry Martin and daughter Alison won’t be deserted. She plans to convert it into a studio for her paintings where she’ll display her own art work instead of the water colors' and crayon drawings of her little artists. AT MARY BETH MARTIN’S MONTESSORI SCHOOL, Rachel Atkins, Jan^rffitTa^M^Mmfn work at pint-sized tables with chairs that are a perfect fit for youngsters. . —Rappahannock News Photo/Daphne Hutchinson ALISON MARTIN performs on instmctional bells under the watchful eyes of Rachel Atkins and Jan Lynn Hitt, learning to listen for the differences in musical tone while having fun at the same time. School Board (Continued from Page 1) school budget, cut $16,000 in the transportaton category—cost of either one bus or the proposed handicapped van. The amount appropriated can be used for either two buses or one bus and a van for transporting handicapped students, Mrs. Massie noted.“If we get the handicapped vehicle, my understanding is that our vehicle policy would require getting rid of one other car in the fleet. Is that your opinion?” she asked Bloomer. (Last year, the board voted to limit the number of vehicles in the school fleet to eight. Currently, it consists of ' five cars, a van, one pick-up truck and a dump truck.) “I would not think so but the board is at liberty to ‘ include that if they so desire,” the Superintendent answered. After a short executive session on personnel, the School Board returned to open meeting and announced the appointment of two new teachers. Margaret Dove Lee from Flint Hill, a graduate of the University of Texas with two year’s experience, will teach fifth grade. Susan Nance Cobb, Radford graduate with seven year’s teaching experience in Warren County schools, will teach high school English. The appointments leave five positions still vacant: reading and industrial arts at the -high school and three special education slots. CARNIVAL Chester Gap July 4, 5,6 and 7 FOOD - RIDES - GAMES PRIZES ALL RIDES 25c Cash Prize Sat. Night Queen Crowned Fri. MOUNTAIN LUMBER COMPANY I Dealers in Rare and Special Woods Old heart-pine, wide plank flooring Butternut and Chestnut paneling Old log cabins, beams Custom-made cabinets and doors. P O Bo*7 Fr«« Union. Virginia 22940 Telephone (804) 295-1922 Our selection of wood may be seen in our warehouse In Charlottesville, Va Model 3000 Trimmer The Green Machine Makes money | six ways! 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V § Wm Jm TERRY WOODWARD PENNY CHADWELL MELANIE THORNHILL Amissville Ruritan Club 2 Annual Beef Barbecue ! Saturday, July 7 1 5-8 P.M. > : Firemen’s Carnival Grounds Amissville, Va. Rt. 211, West of Warrenton \ Vie. Sift J/omeDecor EARLY'S CARPET SALES & SERVICE ROUTE 211—AMISSVILLE An Oriental rug can be a handsome addition to any room as well as a good investment. Deal only with a reputable dealer or good designer. First, find out whether the rug is used (under 50 years old ), a semiantique (over 50 years old), or an antique (over a hundred years old). Check its condition carefully by examining for holes, tears, frayed ends, rotting, repairs, worn-out spots, eveness of wear and evidence of insect damage. Also, be sure to lift up the rug and inspect the back. If physically possible, hold it up to the light. Feel the rug to see how much pile is left and whether it’s smooth and silky, or coarse. Another point to consider is how well an Oriental rug lies on the floor. For floor coverings of distinction that will lend color, life and quality to your home, come to EARLY’S CARPETS, Route 211 Amissville, 3470440, and 502 N. Main St., Culpeper, 825-8232. Our brand name products, reputation of quality and reliability and pricing structure all combine to bring to our customers beauty of decor and happiness of surroundings. Home decor is our business...customer satisfaction is our pleasure. Open both stores 9-6 Mon.-Fri., 9-5 Sat. BankAmericard accepted. HANDY HINT: The age and where an oriental rug was made will also contribute to evaluating its worth. ‘rv CAROL ATKINS BETTY GATEWOOD Special Awards Given Several scholarships and special awards were given during the June commencement at Rappahannock County High School Terry Woodward of Washington, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Woodward, received a scholarship in the amount of $600 from the Francis and Margaret Leonard Scholarship Fund given by the Rappahannock County Garden Club. He plans to enter James Madison University at Harrisonburg this fall and if he returns to a school the following year he will receive an additional $400 scholarship. Choice is made on the basis of academic achievement as well as extra curricular activities of the student. Woodward also received a $100 scholarship from Amissville Ruritan Club. Rappahannock Woman’s Club selected Carol Atkins of Flint Hill as the deserving student to present a $200 scholarship. Carol is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Atkins, Jr. and is enrolled in Longwood College for the fall semester. Penny Chadwell received the Board of Education Award from Lord Fairfax Community College, Middletown which is a year’s tuition to the school. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence G. Chadwell of Huntly. Betty Gatewood was the recipient of an award from the Rappahannock Extension Homemakers Clubs. She received $100 toward expenses at Longwood College where she will be enrolled in the fall. She is the foster daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jackson of Boston. Rappahannock Lions Club presented Melanie Thornhill with $500 for her trip this summer to Europe as an International Exchange Youth. Melanie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Thornhill. She also received a $100 award from the Rappahannock County Garden Club for her academic achievement. She was class valedictorian. Hopewell Activities The Pastor’s Aid Club of Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville, is having a dinner, bake sale, and softball game on Saturday, July 7. Events will begin at 1 p.m. at the home of Deacon C. C. Lewis in Sperryville. All are cordially invited to come and share in the fun. Rev. Howard Frye will be preaching at the Hopewell Baptist Church in Sperryville on Sunday, July 8 at 3 p.m. He will be accompanied by the Voices of Inspiration for the closing of the Women’s Day Rally. Dean’s List Two Rappahannock students made the Dean’s list at Virginia Tech during the spring quarter. Dawn K. Gehringer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Gehringer of Flint Hill, earned all A’s for a perfect 4.0 average. Dawn is a senior majoring in elementary education. David Brooke Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Newbill Miller of Washington, had an average of 3.4 or better in the University’s 4.0 grading system. He is a sophomore majoring in animal science. Grants Available A total of $407,000 in federal capital assistance funds has been allotted to Virginia to aid in the t transportation of elderly and 1 handicapped persons by private, non-profit organizations. The State Department of Highways and Transportation announced today the availability of the funds The money is to aid private, non-profit organizations in purchasing equipment to provide transportation services for elderly and handicapped persons. Examples of eligible equipment are station wagons; wheelchair lifts or ramps for retrofit on existing vehicles, and two-way radio equipment. The funds will be awarded for 80 per cent of the cost, with the applicant paying the remaining 20 per cent. For more information contact the public transportation division of the Department of Highways and Transportation, 1221 East Broad Street in Richmond. I Building?1 •Paint •Lumber ! •Mlwork^ 2 ' •Hardware* Complete One-Step BUILDING SUPPLY Wamnton BukSng Material Co, Inc. QRtiwBfftn > 7 917-1400 Williams Graduates Miss Betsy Williams daughter of Mr. and Mn John H. Williams, formerl of Amissville, has graduate> from Stony Brook College o: Long Island, N. Y. She wa the recipient of outstandinj scholastic achievement ii respiratory therap; education. She is a forme graduate of Virginii Polytechnic Institute ai Blacksburg. Betsy will be spending the summer with her parents at their home in Sun City, Ariz. Castleton Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson were Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson, Mrs. Darlene Dodson and Paul and Johnny Martin of Manassas. Tommie Frazier of Culpeper also spent the weekend with his grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Jolliffe accompanied Mrs. Katherine Gaines to Kings Dominion in Richmond on Monday. Ms. Helen C. Gibson of Washington, D. C. was the weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Francis W. Hutchinson. Weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Vanneman were Mr. and Mrs. John Dagger and Daisy of Charlottesville. Electric Co-op Seeks Vote With a direct mail solicitation of its more than 10,000 members last week, Northern Piedmont Electric Cooperative issued an appeal for them to vote on a consolidation of operations with Virginia Electric Cooperative, Bowling Green. Citing direct cost savings of more than 10 million dollars over the next 10 years, Edwin A. Kann, General Manager of N.P. stated, “We are offering our membership an exceptional opportunity to have a direct impact on the rising costs of their electrical service. This consolidation will mean more in actual dollar savings than any other action we could possibly take for our con. sumers.” ____ To merge the two cooperatives will require a majority of both memberships voting for the consolidation. Kann continued, “We are appealing to all our consumers to return their proxy with their vote. We will need over 5,000 members voting for this action.” Should the Cooperative get the go ahead from its members, plans call for the Culpeper office to continue to provide local service with only administrative type functions being relocated in the Fredericksburg area, a location half way between both organizations’ present offices. The Virginia Electric Cooperative, Bowling Green, serves over 25,000 consumers, which, with Northern Piedmont’s 10,000, would bring the new cooperative into the 35,000 plus range which is the most cost efficient size for an electric cooperative. Spreading costs among more members would make the Administrative and Operating costs to each member less. H—I—h + Strong beliefs win strong men, and then make them stronger. MteAUTWORLD® I FALSE ECONOMIES There are many ways to cut comers when you sell your home. But some of these may be very costly in the final outcome. I refer to selling without the services of a REALTOR and attorney. Their experience and knowledge could easily be the best financial insurance you can buy. An attorney can be well worth his fee if he steers you clear of a single financial or legal pitfall. Trying to play expert by filling in the blanks of standard deeds, purchase and sales agreements, binders, or financial forms can easily backfire. Some of the biggest monetary losses have come about precisely in this manner. Select a REAL 1 UK from the start. Listen to his recommendation for the best selling price. He knows the local market. Let him handle the whole transaction for you - from advertising, showing, financial arrangements down to the final closing. Anything less could be very false economy. Selling a home is serious financial business. It should be handled just that way. If there is anything we can do to help you in the field of real estate, please phone or drop in at EILEEN M. DAY, REALTOR, Middle Street, Washington. Phone: 675-3400. We’re —— RAPPAHANNOCK ELEMENTARY STUDENTS with perfect attendance for the year just ended include, front row, Martha Ralls, Karen Payne, Bryan Craft, James Nicholson, Jr., Ronald Dodson, unidentified. Pam Clater, Angela Artnentrout, Terry Russell, Roland Cook, Bryan Kestner, Tony Atkins, Timmy Stringfellow, Christopher Stringfellow, Harry Neller and Phillip Daczewitz; second row, Marc Wiley, Anna Virginia Hudson, Louis P. Moore, Chucky Ray Jenkins, Marlina Jenkins, Timothy Jordan, Anthony Porter, Shane Thompson, Wendy Stringfellow, Dan Burke, Michelle Thompson, Kenneth Jenkins, Raynetta Gheen, Clarence Pendleton, Craig Kenyon; back row, Phoebe Pierson, Teresa Thomas, Carroll Stringfellow, Ronnie Atkins, Robert Williams, Tracia Myers, Jerry Bragg, Kristi Clarke, Lisa Elsaw, Cindy Burke, Pat Jenkins. Cathy Jenkins, Jack Jenkins, Curtis Settle, Wayne Foster, Nancy Frye, Melissa Dennis, Ann Tupper and Henry B. Wood. They received certificates recognizing their attendance. (If someone will identify the youngster on the front row, I will be glad to recognize him in the next issue. I have tried diligently to find out who he is, but to no avail.—si 1 Food Stamp Regulations Effective July 1 R/C MOVIE DIRECTORY IN CULPEPER MttJW *urar(fj f i re\ UJ l UIM All HATS 5 I.5U STATE THEATRE 825-8642 CUL>tn" v> Eves. 7:00 & 9:00 Sat/Sun. Mat. 2:00 ALIEN BARBRA RYAN STREISAND 0 NEAL u THE2 Eves. 7:10 & 9:20 Sal./Sun. Mat. 2:0C^ | ROGER MOORE* JAMES BOND 4 007~ | MOONRAKER NOTICE The Federal Revenue Sharing Fund budget for Rappahannock County has been adopted by the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County. Details can be seen in the Clerk's Office. Diane Bruce, Clerk Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors STARTS TODAY AT 9 AM. .■MEN'S DEPARTMENT SUITS Reg 105 00 Now 82.00 Reg 280 00 Now 222.00 Short Sleeves SPORT SHIRTS Reg 1100 Now 7.00 Reg 21.00 Now 13.00 TENNIS SHORTS * SHIRTS Reg 10.50 Now 7.00 Reg 22.00 Now 16.00 DRESSES (Misses. •/? sizes. Jr & Petites) Reg 26 00 Now 16.00 Reg 118.00 Now 87.00 CASUAL SPORTSWEAR Reg 10.00 Now 7.00 Reg 38 00 Now 27.00 SPORT COATS Ret 75 00 Now 55.00 Reg 108 00 Now 79.00 ■ Short Sleeves * DRESS SHIRTS Reg 12 00 Now 7.00 Reg 18 50 Now 11.00 SWIM TRUNKS ft TOPS Reg 10 00 Now 7.00 Reg 26 00 Now 19.00 RANTS Reg 20 00 Now 14.00 Reg 36 50 Now 26.00 -LADIES' DEPARTMENT— AIGNCR SHOES (1 group) Reg 18 00 Now 13.00 Reg 40 00 Now 31.00 STRAW HATS Reg 5 00 Now 3.SO Reg 10.00 Now T.SO BLOUSES A TOPS Reg 8 00 Now S.00 Reg 30 00 Now lt.00 SHORTS* TOP* (one reck) Reg 8 00 No* 5.00 Reg 24 00 Now 15.00 SPORTSWEAR (Several Groups) Reg 12 00 No* 8.00 Reg 43 00 Now 31.00 Reg 60 00 Now 44.00 WALKING SHORTS Reg 16 00 Now 10.00 Reg 20 00 Now 13.00 SHOES 11 gioup) Reg 62 00 Now 41.00 Reg 66 00 Now 44.00 BARGAIN RACK Jeini, Tl«», Belt*, Shoe* Vi Price SWIMWEAR Reg 16 00 Now 11.00 Reg 42 00 Now 30.00 SUMMER HANDBAGS Reg 9 00 Now 6.00 Reg 28 00 Now 21.00 Reg 49 00 Now 36.00 ALL SALES PINAL—ALTERATIONS AT COST 01i6 ^-UAtte Slop South Gate Shopping Center, Cu'peper Hours: Daily 9to 6; Fri.9to9 The Virginia Department of Welfare announced today that the United States Department of Agriculture has made major changes in the Food Stamp Program affecting deductions, net income and coupon allotments. These changes, effective on July 1, 1979, are: 1) the standard deduction for all households will be increased from $65.00 to $70.00. 2) The maximum for the combined shelter-dependent care deduction will be raised from $80.00 to $90.00. 3) The maximum allowable net income to be eligible will be raised. For example, the allowable net income for a one person household will be raised from $277.00 to $306.00; for a four person Brown Reunion The Maury W. Brown family held their annual reunion at Pelican Parle beach resort in Nags Head, N.C. where they vacationed for 8 days. Accompanying Mrs. Brown at the beach were her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Maury W. Brown, Jr., Bridgeport, Texas, their daughter, Mrs. Dale Blankinship and Mr. Blankinship of Fort Worth, Texas and great granddaughter, Miss Amy Loraine Brown of Salt Lake City, Utah. Also attending were Mrs. Brown’s son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. H. Allen Brown and daughters, Tracy and Lisa of Mustang, Oklahoma; Mr. and Mrs. Bill Kelly of Winston-Salem, N.C. Traveling from Ohio were her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Brown and daughters, Jennifer and Kate and son,' Matthew of Oxford, their daughter, Jill of Akron with daughter, Kelly and friend Nick Conrad. Also Mr. and Mrs. Donald Williams of Ashland, Mrs. Jean J. Konek, daughter Robin Jones and son, John Konek and Mrs. Phyllis Shirey all of Richmond. +++4The ski originated, it’s believed, in Norway. household from $542.00 to $596.00. 4) The maximum coupon allotment will also be increased. For example, the allotment for a one person household will be raised from $57.00 to $61.00; a four person household from $191.00 to $204.00. The Department also points out that with these July 1 changes, in the deduction and income requirements, that some persons who were ineligible for food stamps as a result of the March 1 rule changes, may now be eligible. These persons should Birthday Party Keith Edward Gore celebrated his sixth birthday Saturday with a party given by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Gore of Sperryville. Present were Mrs. Mabel Gore, Mrs. Eunice Partlow, Mrs. Roy Alther, Roy Jr. and Missy, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Atkins and Angela. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier, Michele and Michael, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Atkins, Tammy, Ray and Robin, Peggy Pullen, Betty, Shelby and Becky Atkins, Allen Tuel, Andy and Kenneth Baldwin, Karen Wharton and Danny Huff. Pulling Contest The Page Valley-Luray Kiwanis Club will sponsor a 4-wheel drive pulling contest on Saturday, July 14, at 2 p.m. at the Page County Fairgrounds in Luray. Classes for vehicles from 3,500 pounds to 5,500 pounds will be offered with cash prizes and trophies for all winners. Proceeds from the contest will go towards Kiwanis Club community projects. Raindate for the pulling contest is July 21. For further information, contact Sam Holt at 743-4411 or 7436593. contact their local agency to reapply if they think they may now be eligible. For more information about the Food Stamp Program, call toll-free 1-800552-3431 or contact the Rappahannock Welfare Department, 675-3613. PARK THEATRE 635-2777 Evm 7:00 OOOSat /Sun Mai 3 Where all the other Bonds endthis one begins! ROGER MOORE JAMES BONO 007^ MOONRAKEl 636-64551 FridaySat.-Sun. Open 8:30 Begin 9:00

* ffiappafranno ckKeuis —^ An Independent Newspaper '■ Established 1877 Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL JOHN T. TOLER SARAH C. LATHAM Publisher General Manager Associate Publisher DAPHNE I. HUTCHINSON CATHERINE C. DYSON News Editor Design Editor To Subscribe Write or Phone Washington. Va. 675-3349 BY MAIL $6.00* year in Rappahannock and adjoining counties; $7.50a year elsewhere in the United States BACK COPIES - One month to 3 years. 75 cents each; over 3 years. $3 each Office: Rappahannock New* Bldg.. Washington V*. 22747 Hours: t JO am to 5:30 pm. Mon.. Fri Published by Warrenton Printing ft Publishing Company. Inc THURSDAY, JULY 5,1979 FROM BOTH BARRELS Great DeBolt Flap By GEORGE BOWLES Rappahannock News Special Writer Gov. John N. Dalton’s administration seems, at times, to be its own worst enemy. We recently commented on the growing perception around the Capitol that the governor is increasingly isolated by his staff and out of touch with the people. Now it develops BOWLES that he may be out of touch with his staff as well. The astonishing story of the employment of Edward S. DeBolt as a consultant for the Virginia Travel Service is a case in point. The way the hiring and its aftermath have been handled has some of Dalton’s most loyal supporters wagging their heads in dismay. DeBolt is a highly respected marketing expert who did much of the campaign advertising for Dalton, Sen. John W. Warner and former Gov. Mills E. Godwin Jr. He performed similar services for Sen. Harry F. Byrd Jr. DeBolt now heads a firm called ESD and Company, a marketing organization in Arlington. Last winter DeBolt, then representing the Richmond advertising firm of Woltz and Associates, presented a bid to the Travel Service for a fouryear contract to handle its advertising chores. That contract, however, went to another Richmond ad agency, Stuart Ford Inc., which was the low bidder. A month or so later another contract was presented to Fred W. Walker, director of the conservation and economic development agency of which the Travel Service is a part. This second contract provided for the hiring of DeBolt as a consultant for a period of two years. His fee would be a hefty S7,000 per month. Unlike advertising contracts, competitive bids are not required in the hiring of consultants. Thus Walker signed the contract and on April 1 DeBolt went to work. Walker explained that DeBolt’s services were needed to assess the agency’s advertising effort in the context of the fuel shortage. His duties also would include training travel service personnel and evaluating the cost effectiveness of the service’s advertising methods. Walker, a Dalton appointee, accepts responsibility for hiring DeBolt, although precisely where the idea originated remains a mystery. Dalton’s staff insists that the governor had nothing to do with it. Even more incredibly, in light of the annual $84,000 fee involved, they say Dalton did not even know about DeBolt’s hiring until after the contract had been signed. All this moved the Richmond Times-Dispatch, normally a strong supporter of the governor, to declare in a tearful editorial that DeBolt’s hiring had been a “colossal mistake” which smacked of a political payofff. - In addition to his other close associations with the Republican administration, the press duly noted the close personal and professional ties between DeBolt and William E. Royall Jr., Dalton’s former top staff aide who resigned May 31. Royall is now president ot the North America Marketing Corporation. He was, and remains, close to Dalton and is his chief political adviser. Royall vehemently denies press reports that he was behind the DeBolt contract. or had anything to do with it. Nevertheless, because of DeBolt’s tightly knit web of connections with the Republican party and the top echelons of the Dalton administration, all the elements needed to support charges of blatant cronyism appeared to be in place. Yet when these charges came, Dalton and his staff reacted with stunned surprise and disbelief. They professed wide-eyed amazement that anyone could possibly see anything questionable about the matter. Indeed, Dalton is probably getting a bum rap in the affair. DeBolt, himself, is not being paid a salary of $84,000 per year as reported in the press. That amount is the fee being paid to his company, which has a number of employees. Nor does the amount seem excessive for a first class consulting firm’s fee when one considers that tourism in Virginia is a $2 billion industry. And as a consultant, DeBolt is, as we said, one of the best in the business. This is not to say, however, that the hiring of DeBolt’s organization was totally devoid of political considerations. It is highly unlikely, for example, that Democratic consultant Gerald Rafshoon's firm would have been given the contract. It is a bi-partisan game that has been played as long as politicans have been scratching one another’s back. But the affair does bespeak a surprising political naivete on the part of those around the governor; either that, or it bespeaks a monumental contempt for the opinion of the people of the state. Nevertheless, the most astonishing aspect of the whole episode is that the Dalton staff seemed blissfully unaware of the beartrap into which they were leading the governor, and did not forearm him against the storm of criticism which they should have known would be forthcoming. ■ In view ot the obvious political sensitivity of DeBolt’s employment, they might at least have told their boss that they were going to employ DeBolt. Dalton has applauded the hiring of DeBolt, and declard himself “delighted” with the action of his staff members. What he should have done was take the lot of those involved to the woodshed. The whoe episode has been an undiluted public relations disaster for his administration, with the governor caught in the middle. And ironically, the whole thing was brought on by those who are supposed to be experts at public relations. Most Virginia Products Moving To Market The nationwide independent truckers strike is having limited impact on agricultural and food products in Virginia, according to S. Mason Carbaugh. Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Basing his statements on a statewide survey completed last week, Carbaugh said the most serious problem centers around the Eastern Shore potato crop. Approximately 240 car lots, each equal to 50,000 pounds, have been moved to date—a figure about 400 car lots behind the same shipping date in 1977. The Virginia Department of Agriculture, in cooperation with the State Police, has set up an emergency program to provide convoy escorts for haulers of potatoes and other vegetables. The mechanism has not yet been utilized because there has been little difficulty with trucks leaving the Eastern Shore. “The problem,” said Carbaugh, “is getting the trucks to Virginia because approximately 90 per cent of the trucks serving the Shore come from other states and Canada.” Housing Hearing Scheduled The Virginia Housing Study Commission will hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. July 11 in Courtroom 1 of the Fairfax County Courthouse at 4000 Chain Bridge Road. The Commission will solicit testimony on downzoning, tax-exempt revenue bonds, fire walls in townhouses, uniform statewide building code and other housing concerns. Correction Dorothy M. Dodson, who was awarded a $25 bond as a prize from the Amissville carnival, is a resident of Bealeton instead of Viewtown as was reported to the Rappahannock News. At the retail level, most of the major food stores in Virginia have adequate supplies even though some deliveries are late in arriving at the distribution center. Commissioner Carbaugh urged consumers to continue normal purchasing, noting that panic buying will deplete inventories and cause consumer food prices to rise. Scattered reports indicate that shipments of beef from the Midwest have been slowed. Live poultry is moving into plants with most operating at capacity although there is some disruption in moving finished products to other states, causing storage build-up. There has been no interruption in the movement of grain, eggs, feed, milk or fertilizer. Also, there has been little or no problem in moving livestock from the weekly auction markets. Selection Criteria Questioned To the editor: I am both stunned and amazed at the outcome of the School Board Election. It is an insult to the people of Wakefield District that only Mr. Eastham's brother is qualified to serve on the board. I question the legality of it. Isn’t this considered a conflict of interest, remembering the fact that Mrs. Cannon was ineligible to serve on the electoral board because of Mr. Nichols affiliation with Mr. Cannon? Last but not least, Mr. Eastham has not been a resident IN the United States for approximately 20 years. Consequently, he has no children in the schools, doesn’t know the problems of the school^; and, as of the time of his appointment, Mr. Eastham was not a taxpaying landowner. Shades of Mayor Daley! MARY A. SCHUMAKER Taxpayer RALEP, THE UI*WW*5M7I, together for the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection by Bill Young and Helen Hoschuh, waits for his 4th of July dinner at the new Washington Fire Department grounds. Our Rappahannock Heritage Data Center Established The RappahannockRapidan Planning District Commission has recently been accepted in the Virginia State Data Center Program, which is a new Federal-StateLocal cooperative effort, designed to improve the public's use of Census Bureau materials. Through an agreement with the Virginia Department of Planning and Budget, the Commission as a Regional Data Center will provide services to State and local government officials, college researchers, business people, community organization leaders, planners and others. The materials acquired by *lanmng District Nine include the following: 1. Statistical Abstract of the United States. 1978. 2. Population and Income Estimates and Projections—1973-1975; 1974-1976. 3. 1972 Census of Construction Industries. 4. Mini-Guide to the 1977 Economic Census. 5. 1972 Census of Manufacturers. 6. County and City Data Book—1977. And other materials. The general public is welcome to use these materials which are filed in the library of the Planning District Commission at 121 W. Locust Street in Culpeper. For further information, call (703) 825-6140. SSI Checks Required Each Year People getting supplemental security income (SSI) payments shouldn’t feel they’re being singled out for investigation when they’re contacted during the year by social security representatives, says Bruce A. Hundley, social security manager in Culpeper. The SSI program makes monthly payments to people with little or no income and limited resources who are 65 and over or blind or disabled. The law requires that eligibility for SSI and the amount of the monthly payments be redetermined once a year for everyone getting the payments, he pointed out. No More Small Envelopes Postal patrons must use up their small and undersized envelopes and cards before July 15. Effective on that date, new size standards will be imposed. Cards and envelopes measuring less than 3'/2 inches high and 5 inches long will be returned to the sender. Thin or flimsy cards are also prohibited. First class envelopes more than 6‘/« by ll'/a inches will incur and 7-cent surcharge if they weigh one ounce or less. Small envelopes and flimsy cards tend to jam mail processing equipment and cause damage to other mail as well. Supplement Medicare Protection Many people who have protection under Medicare hospital insurance an<l medical insurance .believe they need private medical insurance to complement Medicare, Bruce A. Hundley, social security manager in Culpeper, said recently. These people want some kind of insurance to pay that part of the cost of their medical care not covered by Medicare. Private insurance companies offer many different policies. Generally, these policies make payment for the Medicare deductibles and the portion of approved costs % which Medicare does not pay, Hundley said. Most private Medicare supplements, very much like Medicare, do not pay the entire bill for every service. Nor do they usually make payments for the expenses which Medicare pays. Of course, Hundley said, some policies are better than others. And, some policies that cost more may not be better than those which cost less. Like any decision to buy something important, the best shopper will probably get the best policy for his or her own situation, Hundley said. In 1979, the Medicare hospital insurance deductible is $160 for each benefit period. The Medicare medical insurance annual deductible is $60, and medical insurance pays 80 per cent of the approved costs for most covered services. Those interested can get more detailed information about Medicare at the Culpeper social security office, located at 522 Culpeper Shopping Center. The telephone number is 825-3500. =Letters To The Editor Basketball Anyone ? To the editor: I could not believe my eyes when I pulled my car into the elementary school lot for an evening playing basketball on the outdoor courts last Wednesday. Some ding-aling or some group of similar ding-a-lings had had all the basketball rims removed earlier that day. I just could not appreciate this profoundly ignoramic thing someone could do. Sure, I understand that there were no trespassing signs up; but why is it that in any other county in the United States (take Madison for example—who seem for some odd reason to always have great high school basketball teams) the public schools nearly always leave their outdoor facilities, especially basketball courts, open to public use? People in the summer have played on those basketball courts since the elementary school’s opening, right around 10 years ago. Were the hoops taken down because of the extremely large rash of violent, nasty crimes that have occurred there? I don’t think so. Was it because of the loud and abusive language that is heard there daily by the surrounding populous community comprised of exactly one house, which is probably a minimum of 130 yards away? Was it because the county is going to surprise us all by putting down a hard top court behind the recreation center? I don’t think so. Did they take those rims down to be repainted and so that they could do a major overhaul of the courts? I don’t think so. Those rims haven’t been adjusted or touched by any knowledgeable school personnel in this county since they were put up 10 years ago. One rim was torn off its backboard at least five years ago and nothing was ever done about it. One rim and its corresponding backbaord were barely hanging on to their pole, rusted badly by age, which could have certainly fallen at anytime last year, just squashing an unwary first grader flatter than a pancake. It was surely a service to the world and to the community when a certain buddy of ours from Little Washington kindly took that backboard down and protected us all from being killed. I wonder what other reasons we could find . as to why the people who placed) at the elementary school in the evenings weren’t at least offered some type of compromise so that they could continue playing there. Vandalism? No way. I play there often and I would know if someone did much of anything like that. Littering? Not even close to what is normally there anyway, which isn't much, so that’s out also. The people who play there are not ignorant; in many respects they are very selfregulatory; if one or more persons saw another set of persons doing something damagingly wrong, they would frown upon it to the extent of the action being stopped. We like to play there. I know exactly what goes on and I have never seen anything happen that doesn’t occur in the typical Rappahannock citizen’s front yard, except maybe playing basketball. It does not attract hordes of vicious evil-doers, just people who like to play and watch basketball. People do not race their cars; there isn’t enough gas or room. There are no residuals of terrible teenage drunks and addicts laying all over the court, it would surely get in our way. The people who play there have really been the only source of upkeep for the courts (rims and backboards) in the past five years, and anyone arguing that fact is simply talking uninformed, undiluted, falsehoods with not much real knowledge of what he-she is talking about. Even during the school year it is the people who play there who pay for the nets and put them up themselves, out of their own pocket, One rim has stayed up only after constant service from the people who play there. We just like to play basketball; what is so wrong with that? As a citizen of Rappahannock it would give me great pleasure to be able to utilize some of our summer recreational facilities so well located and maintained in and by the county. I suppose that when they get here I won’t be the only one in line to marvel and be amazed by the sight. KEVIN W. RANEY Flint Hill Editorial Lauded To the editor: Congratulations on your excellent editorial, “Apology Deserved” in last week’s Rappahannock News. When I hear how Mrs. Buntin was publicly humiliated at the budget hearing, I felt a great injustice had been done. I worked with Mrs. Buntin for ten years. I have never seen a more dedicated, conscientious, caring individual. Unfortunately, she slaves in a thankless job and seems to be personally blamed for the mere •existence of the total unpopular welfare program. For several years, Mrs. Buntin and I discussed our overwhelming responsibility and the need for a second Social Worker. It is true that complicated federal and state regulations and required forms added to our burden, but this was not our fault. Nor was it the fault of the many people who will suffer and cost the taxpayers money in the long run. A great majority of the work of a Social Worker is preventive in nature. Counselling and other services are provided so that families can live together, and the mothers and children do not have to draw welfare for years. There are the borderline child abuse and neglect cases in which the children do not have to be placed in a foster home because a Social Worker is able to provide effective services. This takes a lot of time. And we cannot forget the elderly and disabled citizens who do not have to go far away to an expensive nursing home because services are provided to keep them in the community. As a Social Worker, 1 was often frustrated. I saw so much need, and I was the only one person with limited time and energy. I wholeheartedly supported the hiring of a second Social Worker, as did the remainder of the welfare department staff. The Welfare Board, appointed by the Board of Supervisors, recognized and approved the need for increased services to Rappahannock citizens. I agree that an apology is due—to Mrs. Buntin personally, to the dedicated staff which certainly does work overtime, and to the people of Rappahannock County who have been misled and who now will have to do without the services they may need. ELLEN MUSTOE Questions Raised To the editor: In view of the irregularities attending the recent appointments to the"school board by the board of electoral trustees as reported in the June 28 Rappahannock News, it would be helpful to have answered several questions arising from the appointment procedures. Your editorial raises a number of serious issues that need public discussion and answers from public officials: the possibility or at least the. appearance of conflict of interest, a secret vote by a public body on a public matter, no recorded minutes, questionable legality of the two . appointments, and appointment of a person neither nominated nor discussed at the public* meeting called precisely for this purpose. These issues are larger than the individual appointees, who are, after all, not responsible for the manner in which they were appointed no^ the cloud of public distrust under which they must now begin their terms of office. It would help clear the air for these appointees and be instructive for Rappahannock residents, new and old, to review not only school board appointment procedures but, as importantly, the operating procedures and legal authority of the board of electoral trustees. Specifically, from what legal statues do the trustees derive their authority? How, by whom and for how long are the trustees appointed? What, if any, payment do they receive? What measures are available to residents seeking to challenge actions by the trustees? And finally, who—what official or official body—is empowered to initiate inquiries or relief actions in behalf of Rappahannock residents who may wish to challenge or reverse trustee actions? PATRICIA SALTONSTALL Points of View 1 Flint Hill

MS. NATALIE EMERY Emery Joins Investment Firm Ms. Natalie Emery of Woodville has joined the Warrenton office of Wheat, First Securities, Inc., financial services firm and member of principal exchanges, as a Registered Representative. Ms. Emery’s extensive training will enable her to advise clients on investments in stocks, municipal and corporate bonds, mutual funds and options as well as supplemental products and services like estate planning and tax sheltering investments. Ms. Emery, formerly Natalie Marsh, came to the Rappahannock area from Bradford, Pa. in 1961. A graduate of Vassar College, Culpeper Art Co. 204 N. Main St. Culpeper, Va. Quality Antiques Custom Framing she has trained and sold hunters and dressage horses for a number of years. She is an active member of the Rappahannock Hunt and has studied dressage at the American Dressage Institute and in Portugal and has recently reached the Prix Saint George level of dressage competition. She will continue to train horses on weekends at her Rappahannock County farm with her two children, Sean and Heather. Soccer Camp Expanded Linton Hall Soccer Camp in Prince William County has added a third week of soccer camp, July 29-August 3, after filling two earlier sessions. Boys and girls ages 6 to 14 interested in day or resident camp may write Linton Hall Soccer Camp, 9535 Linton Hall Road, Bristow, Va. 22013 or call Mac Tredway after 6 p.m. at 347-1928. SPERRYVILLE SEWER SYSTEM RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY The Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority is considering applications for assistance from qualified owner occupants of dwellings in Sperryville which are not equipped with bathroom and kitchen waste water facilities. It is proposed that interior bathroom and kitchen sink will be installed with available funds prior to final construction and operation of the sewer system. Owner occupants who are interested in having this installation without cost to themselves should make their desires known by contacting the County Engineer, P.O. Box 235, Washington, VA 22747, or by telephoning 675-3230. ATTENTION PROPERTY OWNERS We are trying to get together some historical facts on our County. If there was ever on your land a Mill, School, Cemetery, Store, Church, Post Office, Distillery, Tannery or other place of interest please let us know, with location, use and date. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Johnson, Jr. P. O. Box 211 - Sperryville 987-8300 the great American home. THE GREENSBORO one of ten great American homes from Northern Products and the woodlands of Maine. Three bedrooms, ample kitchen-dining area, 24' living room and a large, sheltered porch. Versatile and open, this natural log home is suited for full-time suburban living or part-time recreational living . . . and, with a little talent and a few friends, you can build it yourself. Northern Products and Appalachian Logcraft offer ten different log homes to suit every taste and need. For information about starting your Adventure in Outdoor Living, call or write: ApptMacMan Logcraft (301)824-5239 Route 1, Box 217-A Hagerstown, Md. 21740 Send us a check for $3.00 and we'll send you our full-color Northern Products information packet. Spenyville News By MRS. B.M. VARNER ock Mew. CwrwpoadMl Mrs. G. W. Fullerton (Mrs. Roy L. Reeve’s mother) is recovering after surgery at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Members of the family are there daily. Mrs. Virginia Lewis was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Fielding Lewis in Front Royal and attended the wedding of her great niece, Susan Mathews to Houston Board at Calvary Episcopal Church on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. B. Wharton and daughter, Karen of Falls Church were guests Sunday of Mrs. A. W. Sisk. Dinner guests Saturday evening of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Wood were Mrs. Mary Quaintance and Mrs. Carroll Quaintance. Mrs. Kathleen Dodson returned home Saturday after spending last week with Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Peyton Jr., Missy and Brian in Falls Church. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Devers, Jimmy, Pam and Dana of Front Royal were Sunday guests of Mrs. Randolph Devers and Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Wayland. Mrs. Maurice Manuel of Browntown was a Tuesday overnight and Wednesday guest of her sister, Mrs. B. M. Varner. Mrs. Robert W. Brown spent part of this week with Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Butler and daughter, Susan in Annandale. Mrs. Mary-Quaintance and Mrs. Carroll Quaintance attended the wedding Saturday of Deborah Pulliam to Ray Pennington at St. Woodville News By JUNE CLARK Rappahannock News Correspondent The Woodville Homemakers Club will have their annual picnic at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Bain Sunday, July 8, beginning at 5 p.m. Bring a picnic basket. The meal will be served at 6 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Emory Conners were Sunday guests of Major and Mrs. Charles Grizzle in Fredericksburg. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Johnson attended a wedding in Warrenton Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Johnson attended services at Mt. Lebanon church Sunday and were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. F. Faulkner of Castleton were Saturday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Brew Burke. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Bauckman of Culpeper were Tuesday evening guests of 'Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Clark and Misty. Miss Bonnie Brown of Silver Spring, Md. was a recent weekend guest of her mother, Mrs. Chloe Brown. Miss Sue Titchnell arrived Friday from Mary Washington College, Fredericksburg to spend the summer vacation with her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. B. G. Titchnell. Mrs. Opie Crawford, Curtis and Ray enjoyed a picnic Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Sykes and Brad. Mr. and Mrs. Sykes and Brad spent a recent day at Kings Dominion in Richmond. James Episcopal Church in Warrenton. The Miller-ThorntonBrown reunion was held on Saturday at Thornton Hill, the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Fletcher. Mrs. Joseph Murphy and sons, Mike, and Mark of Winston-Salem, N.C. and Jim Miller of Atlanta, Ga. are spending this week with their parents and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Brown Miller. Nelson Nethers has retired from Vint Hill Farm Station after 14 years of service. Mrs. Frances Thornton was hostess to dinner Sunday and her guests included Dr. and Mrs. James Thornton and son, Jim of Gate City, Mr. and Mrs. Rodes Brown Jr. and son, Rodes III of Tazewell, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Brown of Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Thornton and children, Philip and Felicia of Culpeper, Mrs. Joseph Murphy and sons, Mike and Mark of Winston-Salem, N.C., Jim Miller of Atlanta, Ga. and Mr. and Mrs. Brown Miller. Mrs. Frank Tabler was a houseguest for several days of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Marcey and family in Falls Church. She was also dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Stuckey and Miss Mildred Myers in Falls Church and Mr. and Mrs. James Yowell and children in Arlington. Her grandchildren, Eddie and Diane Marcey returned home with her for a visit. Mrs. Ethel Tyner spent from Friday to Tuesday with her sister, Miss Nellie Atkins. Nichols On Dean's List Cadet William C. Nichols, of Flint Hill, is among 335 Virginia Military Institute cadets who have been named to the dean’s list for the second semester of the school year. A Civil Engineering major, Nichols is a rising third classman at VMI. He was graduated from Rappahannock County High School before entering the Institute. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Nichols, of Flint Hill. ■ * To -be eligible for the dean’s list, a cadet must have an average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for all subjects with no grade below 2.0. Reynolds Church Notices Fellowship supper and quarterly business meeting will be held at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Sperryville, Wednesday evening, July 11 at 7:00 p.m. Members of the Sunday School of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church will have their annual picnic at Hazel River Camp near Boston on Sunday, July 8 at l:0^>.m. Helicopter flights over this area are being scheduled by the Potomac Edison Company as part of their power line maintenance program and PE’s Assistant Division Manager James Poffenberger has asked that local residents not be alarmed by the copters since the flights are routine ones. The utility’s manager says company linemen In the helicopters will be checking for broken or damaged electrical facilities. If foot patrols attempted similar surveillance, the Job would require “hundreds more hours” to complete. Should damaged equipment be spotted from the air, local line crews are dispatched to the area to make necessary repairs, thus preventing power outages and possible hazardous conditions. Potomac Edison tfL Part of the Allegheny Power System Public Information DivMon/DowncvHte Pikc/Haprstown, Md. 21740 Phona: (301) 790-3400 Miss Wood Ends 42 Years In County Schools Mary Miller Wood retired this year after almost half a century of teaching Rappahannock ybungsters. She’s seen the changes in the county reflected in her classroom as Rappahannock has outgrown its image as a sleepy, rural community. But Miss Wood has remained constant. For 42 years, she’s taught reading, writing and arithmetic while instilling the old fashioned values of respect and courtesy in hundreds of children. “She’s a most dedicated lady—one that the younger teachers could look up to and emulate,” said Lynne Baines, elementary teacher who worked with Miss Wood for seven years. “She was the kind of teacher who sat with her kids during lunch rather than sitting at the teachers’ table. Everything was for the kids as far as she was concerned.” In 1937, Miss Wood began her career in the Sycamore School in Old Hollow where she taught first, second, third and fourth grades—all in one room. Her lack of a car that first year brought her into closer contact with her school community as she boarded in Miss Mamie Johnson’s house in the hollow during the week. Sycamore closed after Miss Wood had taught there for two years. She followed the shift from the hollows to the towns and began teaching a combination third-fourth grade in the Sperryville School. Miss Wood stayed there until the new consolidated elementary school opened with time away for a year in Flint Hill helping out during the World War II teacher shortage and a year in a Canadian classroom as part of a teacher exchange program. ‘‘The school in Canada was larger but the children were much the same as I had in Rappahannock," she recalled. Taught Two Generations The roster from her classrooms teads like a county telephone book. She's seen the generations pass through her doors beginning with Dave Marshall Dwyer, Alice Pullen (Beahm) and Mary £. Johnson (Clatterbuck) at the old Sycamore school and continuing through another set that included George Davis 111, MISS MARY MILLER -Rappahannoc k News Photo/Sarah Latham WOOD retired this year after teaching in Rappahannock schools for 42 years. John Payton Snead, Ray Snead and Terry Kilby. Miss Wood has taught classes with 22 kids and she's taught rooms of 41 but said they've all been the same. In every class, she explained, there have been some children more interested in learning and some not always easy to keep within the boundaries of good behavior. She doesn’t feel that teaching has changed much during her 42 years. “As with most things, there’s a lot more paperwork now," she said. Even with all the new fangled instructional aids, she doesn’t think the job has grown any easier. “It’s pretty much the same—just about as difficult,” Miss Wood remarked. She has noticed, though, a decline in the interest youngsters show in reading and attributed it to the popularity and availability of television. When she first began working, teachers were expected to visit the homes of all their students. This requirement. Miss Wood said, provided her with valuable insights into the strengths and weakness of her children. But she doesn't feel that parent-teacher cooperation stopped with home visits. Instead, she sees today’s parents as being very interested in the education their children receive. During 42 years, she's had a few surprises in the mm PRINCIPLES OF ^ REAL ESTATE 2-Week Courses (Days) 5 or 7 Wk. Courses (Eve. Sat.) LICENSE PREPARATION Broker <X Salesmen Guaranteed to pass or money back ENROLLTODAY I\eu> classes startinf( every month National Institute of Real Estate 10501 Ballsford Rd., Manassas (Hayloft Dinner Theater BUlu.I 1 -(800) 572-0406 (703) 361-3666 ~ classroom, particularly from youngsters who’ve popped up with a different answer than the one she had in mind. She recalled one math class when the students were asked to list three things sold by the quart. John Lee Taylor raised his hand, and instead of answering milk or orange juice, asked "How do you spell whiskey?” What will retirement mean? "Not having to save all my jobs for Saturday,” Miss Wood said. "I’ll be able to get things done on other days now.” She plans to fill the hours that she used to dedicate to the education of youngsters by devoting some time to her hobbies of cooking, reading and traveling—traveling “when gas prices allow, that is.” she added with a smile. Register Earns Honor Bruce James Register, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Snead of Washington, received distinguished student rank for the spring semester of the 1978-79 school year at Purdue University. In order to qualify for distinguished rating. Register was a straight "A" student. As a distinguished student, he represents, scholastically, the top 15.3 percent of the 23,670 undergraduates on the West Lafayette campus. memo to advertisers Any merchant that can’t provide dependable facts on the product or services he offers won’t be in business long. You don’t sell that way, so don’t buy advertising in the dark either. 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News From The Washington Area Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Moffett Jr. spent Sunday visiting Mrs. C. E. Buxton at Sleepy Hollow Manor Nursing Home and Edward Nelson Buxton, both in Annandale. Monday Mrs. Moffett left from National Airport to spend several weeks as the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Craig Welling and granddaughter, Judith Carter in Gales Ferry, Conn. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Jakubowicz, Matthew and Kristi of Williamsport, Pa. arrived Saturday to spend this week with Mrs. Jakubowicz’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz. Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sengstack of Oak ton were Monday visitors. Mrs. Jessie Wisecarvgr of Stephens City was a weekend guest of her aunt, Mrs. Gilbert Updike. Mrs. Charles Albright of Fairfax was a Sunday dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Fairfax. Charles Butler of Woodville was a Sunday dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ashby Wayland. Afternoon callers were Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Butler and son of Woodville. Dinner guests Sunday of Miss Mary Miller Wood were the Rev. Janies R. Bryant of Richmond and Mrs. L. J. Turner. Wednesday evening dinner guests were Frances Conover and Beth of Albany. Ga., Eugene Shiver of / { 1 Mile East of Marshall Rt 55 Pelham, Ga., Mrs. Mary R. Miller of Flint Hill, Molly McCoy and Mrs. Alice R. Wood. Calling on Mrs. Guy Burke Sunday afternoon was her son, Trenton Burke of Culpeper. Houseguests this week of Mrs. Mozelle Carver are her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Ockerman of Reading, Cal. Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Burke accompanied by their daughter, Mrs. John Metzger of Lorton, attended the 100th birthday celebration Sunday of Mrs. Gertie Dodson at The Plains. Wednesday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Rex Lindstrom were Mr. and Mrs. James F. Massie, Sarah and James Fletcher of Amissville and Hugh Benton of Reston. Dinner guests Saturday were Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Estes of Sperryville and Mrs. W. M. Fletcher. Mr. and Mrs. John Norman and Leslie were Friday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Kinsey Wharton and family in Amissville. Michael Bosma of Culpeper visited the Normans Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Baines and family spent last week at Nags Head, N. C., returning home Saturday. Spending several days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Philip Butten were Mr. and Mrs. William Perry of Stonington, Conn., Gregory Perry of Norwich, Conn, and Misses Kim, Barbara Jean and Michele Perry all of Memphis, Tenn. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Smith and family of Albany, Ga. are spending this week with Mrs. Smith's mother, Mrs. Alice R. Wood. Thursday guests of Mrs. W. M. Fletcher were Mr. and Mrs. William Swift of Arlington and Mrs. Virginia Ash of McLean. Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Weakley along with Mr. and Mrs. Joel Daczewitz and sons of Woodville spent several days last week in Williamsburg and at Virginia Beach. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Manson and Amelia, Mr. and Mrs. Bradford Fisher and family and the Rev. and Mrs. Jennings Hobson spent last week in Tappahannock on vacation. Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Clark were the Rev. and Mrs. Ron Wiley and family, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Jenkins and children, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Dobson and Jennifer, all of Sperryville, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Clark and children, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ferris and Juss, all of Amissville, Mr. and Mrs. Terry Davies and daughters of Leesburg, Mr. and Mrs. James Shaw, Ricky, Tammy and Jo Jo, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Foster, Mrs. Lillian Clark, Mrs. Alvin Woodward and sons. Mrs. L. J. Turner was a Tuesday overnight guest of Dr. and Mrs. John Turner and family in Warrenton. Boston News By MRS. MARIE ATKINS Rappahannock News Correspondent Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Hilton of Reva Park were Sunday callers of Mrs. W. S. Peyton. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier, Michael and Michele were callers Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Meade in Culpeper. Mrs. Barbara Gore, Keith and Heather of Sperryville were Wednesday supper guests of the Fraziers. Dinner guests Tuesday of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Thornhill were the Rev. and Mrs. John McKay, Jeannie and Pamela of Fredericksburg, Roger Chapman of Culpeper, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Thornhill and family and Delma Coates. Friday callers were Mr. and Mrs. Harry Morrison of Winchester. Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Deal of Arlington were weekend guests of Clifton Naide. Mrs. Charles Jett and Betty Jean of Opal were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Gaines, Tommy and Stewart. James Peyton was a Saturday evening visitor of David Baker in Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were Wednesday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Frazier and Harold. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hawkins and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan were Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hawkins in Culpeper. Markwood Butler, Jason, Jon and Tricia of Manassas were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Butler, Sr. For all your printing needs... No matter what your printing requirements, rely on us for expert assistance. We can assist you in ordering: Letterheads Envelopes Business Forms Stationery Labels Programs Brochures Booklets Tabloids Bills Invoices Ledgers Announcements Fast and efficient service for all your printing needs. Photocopying service also available. For more information, contact... iJappabamwrk Ninas Washington, Va. 675*3349 A division of Warrenton Printing and Publishing Co., Warrenton, Va. Printing done at the plant In Warrenton, Va. For your convenience, you may also call Alan Poe, Production Manager, at 347-4466. Catholic Diocese Bishop To Visit Bishop Thomas J. Welsh, first Bishop of Arlington Diocese will meet with the Catholics of Rappahannock at the annex of the old school in Washington on Saturday afternoon, July 7. This will be his first official meeting here, and he will celebrate the Euchorist at five o’clock in a temporary chapel in the annex. The people will meet with him informally at a buffet supper following the service. Rappahannock is in the Arlington Diocese which was formed out of the Richmond Diocese in 1974. While Culpeper, Warrenton and Front Royal have had Catholic churches for over one hundred years, Rappahannock has never had a Catholic Church, mainly because so few Catholics lived in the county. In recent times the Catholic population has grown with the county and it may be time to establish a small chapel or church in Washington. The Bishop will survey the possibility. Most of the Catholics in the county must drive about 20 miles or more to church. Many have been unable to go because of the distance and now gas shortage will make it even more difficult. Bishop Welsh has a real pastoral interest in all his people in the Diocese and is eager to meet those who live in Rappahannock to get their views. Because of the marked shortage of priests it is becoming more difficult for him to serve the spiritual needs of the sparsely settled areas. He expects to announce some temporary plans Saturday to serve the people here. All Rappahannock Catholics, whether they attend other area churches or not, are invited to the Euchorist Celebration and buffet this Saturday. Flint Hill Area News Mrs. Mary Blaisdell was a Tuesday overnight guest of Miss Ginger Costello in Berryville. The Flint Hill Homemakers annual picnic will be held Tuesday, July 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Mrs. Wade Pullen. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Howell and family of Madison Heights are spending several days this week with Mrs. Paul Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nichols and family spent last week at Nags Head, N. C. and were joined Tuesday by Kyosti Lankinen of Pukaro, Finland who is a Lion’s Club exchange student. He will be spending several weeks with the Nichols family. Chris Foster, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gavor Foster, is spending this week at the Boy Scout Camp at Gore. Sunday afternoon callers of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Foster were Mr. and Mrs. Irving Corbin, Mr. and Mrs. Darryl Corbin, all of Hartwood and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Corbin of Alexandria. Robert Pullen was honored Saturday evening with a birthday party. Guests were Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Brown and family, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Deal, Joe Deal, Tony Deal, Roger Rutherford and Richard Menefee all of Sperryville, Mr. and Mrs. Greg Smoot of Washington, Mr. and Mrs. Bob McKay of Arlington, Steve Norman of Rock Mills, Edie Kesser of Falls Church, Mrs. Benny Pullen, Margie and David Menefee and Mrs. Robert Pullen. Erica and Bridgett Robinson spent the weekend with their grandmother, Mrs. Dora Robinson in Warrenton. Guests Friday of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard were Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wade of Chantilly and Mr. and Mrs. Ned Pierpoint and Sharon of Alexandria. Mr. and Mrs. Judd Burke were Saturday luncheon guests of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Montgomery in Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hamilton of High Point, N. C. were weekend guests of her mother, Mrs. M. H. Brandy, Sr. and are guest of Mr. Hamilton’s mother, Mrs. Helen Hamilton, in Mount Jackson this week. Mrs. Mary Pullen of Burke spent Five Earn Academic Honors Five students from Rappahannock County have Birth Announced Mr. and Mrs. Pete Martin of Sperryville announce the birth of a daughter, Jennifer Kaye on Saturday, June 30, 1979 at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Cleveland Menefee of Sperryville and Mrs. Odell Sisk of Remington. Great grandparents of the infant are Mrs. Josie Menefee and . Oliver Atkins of Sperryville. received academic honors from Lord Fairfax Community College for the spring quarter. Florence Roman of Chester Gap was named to the President’s List after achieving an honor point average of 3.8 or higher on the 4.0 system. Elizabeth Scherschel of Flint Hill, Roger Smoot of Washington, Julia Holland of Sperryville, and Joan Welch of Flint Hill, earned an honor point average of at least 3.2 •and were named to the Dean’s List. PUBLIC SALE SATURDAY, JULY 7,1979 Beginning at 10:00 a.m. Located at Culpeper County on Route 522, approximately 6 miles west of Culpeper. Personal property from the home of T. L. and Sadie D. Jones. Color T.V. Marble top wash stand Walnut drop leaf table Lot of antique lamps Sofa and chair Several turn leg tables Several antique rockers Marble walnut server Marble top buffet Lot of cut glass Lot of pressed glass Several marble top tables Walnut marble top dresser Antique bedroom suite Several odd beds complete TERMS: Cash Large clothes closet Many hand tools Garden tools China closet Set of silver Antique tea cart Set of dining room chairs Table and four chairs Lot of wall pictures Magazine rack Several odd dressers Cedar wardrobe Lot of odd chairs Lot of odd tables, antique Auctioneer’s note: This is a very fine auction with many antiques. Sale will be held rain or shine. Arthur L. Lawson, Administrator Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Lunch will be served Not responsible for accidents on premises. Sale conducted by j JOHN WALKER JENKINS AUCTION CO. Washington, Va. 22747 - 675-3325 mmmmmmm State license and bonded. ■■!■■■ Sunday with Mrs. Brady. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Welch spent the weekend at their cabin on the Shenandoah River. Sunday callers were Mr. and Mrs. Bud Corder and family and Mrs. Debbie Wimmer, all of Front Royal. Mrs. Louise Pullen of Norfolk was a weekend guest of Mrs. Ethel Pullen. Miss Holly Holbick of Front Royal and Brian Welch spent Sunday at Lake Anna near Fredericksburg. Bill Harris of Front Royal was a Sunday supper guest of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huff and family. Tom East ham, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Granville Eastham, celebrated his 14th birthday Saturday. Guests were Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Harding, Mrs. John Wendel Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Sinnott and Erika, all of Fairfax and Mrs. Erika Freda and Bridgett of New York City. Mr. and Mrs Moe Walker were Sunday visitors of Mrs. Walker’s brother and sisterin-law, the Rev. and Mrs. Claude Cooke in Culpeper. Now On Sale...1st Edition of .-L <L -L It)t Virginia ftunt Countrp m Virginia Hunt Country MAP Drawn by Eugene Scheel of Waterford, Va., map includes the Hunt Boundries which are verified by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America. •FiMuflM •Mimrtwg Hut •Ball Ru Hut •Casanova Hunt •Warrenteu Hunt •Piedmont Fax Hounds •Blue Ridge Hunt •Rappahannock Hunt •OM Dominion Hounds •Orange County Hunt Printed on ivory color paper in three colors, measuring 18" x 224”. It’s ideally suited for framing and will enhance any room in your home. PHONE & MAIL ORDERS ACCEPTED s470£ (Plain Paper) *72®£r (Laminated Paper) Prices Include Postage At Handling Order Yourn Today - Nam* ___ Addraaa_ City__ State_Zip_ Make Check Payable to. *Va. flaaldant* include 4% Sal** lax •Ptaaaa Include an additional 7S* tor handling l_ . fiappaJjannocb Ncuib P.O. Box 38 Washington, V«. 22747 Yates Mrs. Edith Matthews Yates, 66, of Front Royal, died Thursday June 28, 1979 in Washington, D. C. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at the Flint Hill Cemetery by the Rev. John Frizzell. Mrs. Yates was the widow of the late James Edward Yates. She was a former resident of Rappahannock County. She is survived by one son, James E. Yates III, of Alexandria and one daughter, Edith Ann Yates, of Washington D. C. Fire & Rescue Sperryville Rescue Squad transported Mrs. Laura Anna Wharton from her home to Warren Memorial Hospital June 30. Flint Hill Rescue Squad transported Sue Foote of Flint Hill to Warren Memorial Hospital June 27 and Miss Addie Boyd was taken from her home the same day to the same hospital. On June 28 the squad was called to Route 647 to the home of James Compton but services were not rendered. Charles Jenkins was taken from his home in Huntly June 29 to Warren Memorial Hospital and the same day James Riley was transported from Warren Memorial Hospital to the home of J. P. Walters in Huntly. Pullen Horace Gifton Pullen, Sr., 86, of Flint Hill died at his home Thursday, June 28, 1979. Funeral services were held Saturday from the Flint Hill United Methodist Church conducted by the Rev. Peter Weems. Burial was in Flint Hill Cemetery. Mr. Pullen was born November 23, 1892, in Rappahannock County, son of the late George Washington Pullen and Susan Katherine Clark Pullen. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Flint Hill United Methodist Church. Surviving are his widow, Lizzie N. Pullen of Flint Hill; a son, James T. Pullen of Falls Church; three daughters, Ruth Lillard Harding of Arlington, Etelee Putman and Julia Lillard, both of Front Royal; a sister, Rosie Pearl Wilson of Flint Hill; 20 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Final ^Jributf. CLORE FUNERAL HOME "The Home of Thoughtful Service” PHONE 825-2361 CULPEPER CEMETERY MEMORIALS

Itappabannock^fcuiiJClassified Adi Reach nearly everyone in Rappahannock County with your Classified Ad. Just call or stop by our office before Noon on Tuesday. RATES: $2.40 for the first 20 words, 10 cents for each additional word. Box number, $1.00 additional. m Mi$C. FOR SALE JULY JAMBOREE: Values such as 2 x 4 x 8 precut studs at $1.39 each and 240-lb. Asphalt Roofing at $22 per square. Call JIM CARPENTER COMPANY, Rte. 29 S, Madison, Va. 948-5841. __ 13jyl9 For Sale: 1973 Skamper popup trailer, sleeps 8, duel axle, fully equipped. Call 675-3270 or 675-3565. 13jl2pd For Sale: G.E. Washer and Kenmore Dryer, good condition, $150 for set. 675-3229. 13+ VW PARTS, body i^d mechanical, from '68-70. 3474997 after 6 p.m. __3tfpdc 26 MPG like new 78 Pontiac Sunbird, sport hatch, ad, ps, AM-FM, low mileage. 6357510. __ 13+ Bushhog heavy duty, PTO drive, fast hitch or 3 point hitch. 636-2344 evenings. 14 j 12 OLD SPLIT RAIL FENCING wanted. Will remove. 987-8039. 14iy5 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING, experienced. Contract or by the hour. Prompt service. Phone 6753691. _5i5 ROOFING—Gutters and down spoutings, Tinning and roofing of all kinds; Aluminum gutter and downspout, Roof repair. Call Bill Starks, 675-3630, Washington, Va 5tf THURAAON WHORTON, Flint Hill—Plumbing, Heating, Electrical work. 24 hour emergency service 675-3607. 5tf WILLIAAA E. SISK: Electrical Contractor. New homes, additions, wiring of all kinds, no job too small. Call 9878772. Sperryville, Va. itf * LOCAL ARTIST skilled in hand-lettering and painting of distinctive signs, mailboxes, vehicles. COUNTRY CUP BOARDS, Washington, Virginia, phone 675-3294. 5Atf Custom homes and additions designed and built. S. C. Ellis & Son, General Contractor, Amissville, 937 4838. 5tf William C. Henry PLUAABING and HEATING, 24 hr. service, Rotor-Rooter service also. 6753471. 5tt AAASONRY CONTRACTOR AAARTIN WOODARD. Brick, block and rock. 987 8824. 5tfc GORE'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE Call me for wiring, heating services, electrical supplies and plumbing repairs. P. O. Box 88, Sperryville, Va., 987-8748. 5tf Tired of Dripping Faucets? Need a bath? Can meet entire plumbing needs. Call AAe. Al's, Plumbing 8< Heating, Washington, Va. 987 8780. 5j 119 Boarding for dogs, large runs. Call 364 2996 Linvel Kennels, Amissville. 5 j 12 pd Expert tree service, free estimates, local references. Call 987 8071. 5S2 Have land? Have plans? We’ll build you the right house right the first time GREGORY MONAHAN MASTER BUILDER Monecs Corp. State registered contractor 987-8928 Ri. 521 Boston, Vi. Proctor Biggs 500 E. Main St. Front Royal, Va. Purina Horse Feed $4.50 - 50 lb. Mixed Feed $7.30 • 100 lb. Cattle Creepe $6.95 -100 lb. Proctor’s Sweet $8.45 • 100 lb. Baler twine premium 9 325 tensel strength $14.95 Complete line of garden seed and fertilizers. Quality Wetzel and Green Bros. Garden Seed at our usual low Drices. ARTIFICIAL BREEDING. ALL BREEDS: will go anywhere. James C. "Doc" Johnson. 825-5148. __5tf MENTAL HEALTH CENTER DIRECTOR, community mental health director, effective August 1. The CMHC serves a 5 county rural ar'ea in north central Virginia, on the eastern slopes of the Shenandoah National Park about 50 miles southwest of Washington, D. C. The Center, operating with a decentralized philosophy of service delivery, is in the second year of federal funding with a budget of $1.2 million. The candidate must have a strong background, not only in clinical work, but also in a demonstrated background in administration. Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in a behavorial science at at least 6 years of progressively responsible experience, no less than two of which must be in administrative position. Please send resume including salary requirements to Executive Director, Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, Va. 22701. 703-825-8284. EOE. 20jy5 SECRETARY, director of Finance office. Background in general bookkeeping and accounting, good typing skills. RN's for 3-11 and 11-7 shifts, experience in intensive and coronary care is needed in several positions. Cook, 11 a m. to 7 p.m. shift. Fauquier Hospital, 347-2550, ext. 215, EOE. 20 j yl2 We Can Supply All Your BUILDING NEEDS Culpeper Building & Supply Corp. Phone 825-8383 Culpeper The Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board is presently accepting bids for office supplies-equipment. Persons interested in obtaining a list of supplies, equipment to be purchased by the services board during the year July 1, 1979 through June 30, 1980 should contact Carolyn McDaniel, 401 S. Main St., JkJlpeper, VA 22701, before July 13, 1979. 20j5 INSTRUCTORS NEEDED— Building Trades and Auto Mechanics for Pied montTechnical Piedmont Technical Education Center—minimum 5 years experience in the field—no teaching experience required —11 month position—good salary and benefits. Call (703) 825-0476. 20jl2 Summer fun for children AGES 2-12, swimming, hiking, sports, cooking, much more. Morning and full-day programs available. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Sursum Corda School and Day Care Center, 675 3237. 6jyl2 I would like to express my appreciation for all the kindness shown me during my hospitalization and since my return home. Margaret H. Barron Viewtown 21 + pd Willie and Roberta Hackley wish to express warmest thanks to their many friends who have shared so much kindness and love toward them during the past months. 21 + wanted to Rent—Small house in Flint Hill, Washington or Sperryville area. Call Baldwin's Grocery, 675-3383. 26jl2pd 2 bedroom restored historical home located In Flint Hill. Full basement, modem kitchen, no pets. References and security deposit required. $250 per month. 675-5401. _ 24|yl2 OFFICE FOR RENT in Washington, Va. Two large, bright rooms, with access to storage and bath. Utilities furnished, including heat and air conditioning. In town. $150 per month. Contact Mrs. Latham, 675-3349, or Mr. Toler, 347-4222. _ 24 tf FOR SALE BY OWNER. 5.22 acre wooded building lot on paved road. Rt. 622 approximate one half mile off Rt. 729. 937-4394 after 6 p.m. $16,000. 28jy5 10 ACRE HORSE FARM FT. LAUDERDALE LARGE HOME & BARN Not far from all the Miami tracks, an estate home with 6 bedrooms, plus bunk room, 4</2 baths, brand new pool! 5car port, lake, fenced and cross fenced, riding ring. Offered for $375,000. Call Bob Reid, Realtor, 1-305-584-8100. Kroll Realty Co., Inc., Realtors, 1369 S. University Dr., Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. 33324. 28jy26pd SUBURBAN HOME WITH LARGE GARAGE FOR SALE — Beautiful brick rambler with full basement in Culpeper Co., Va., 90 min. from Washington, DC, or Richmond, 60 min. from Dulles Airport, 10 min. from friendly county seat. Main building has gas furnace, central air conditioning, intercom, central vacuum, wallto-wall carpeting. Fireplace in living room. Main floor has three bedrooms (one with cedar closet) and two full baths. Lower floor consists of (1) game room with fireplace, recessed wet bar, and carpeting; (2) family room with built-in bookshelves and access to patio; (3) bedroom no. 4 with paneling; (4) a bath with tiled shower; and (5) a large utility room. The satellite building stands in back on the periphery of the circular drive. This brickfaced structure contains a large office, a full bath, and a 2-car garage, all airconditioned. The lot comprises one full acre. It sits on a gentle slope in a picturesque neighborhood: borders on timber to the rear, and is covered by lawns, flowers, and trees. Plenty of room for a swimming pool. For appointment, please call 804-740 7976. _28+pd COUNTRY SWING DANCE LESSONS. New classes starting during July in Washington, Va. $10 for 5 lessons. Call 675-3620 for details and registration. __lftli LEARN TO DRIVE TRACTOR TRAILER Estimated employment for local truckdrivers in 1976 was 1,600,000 and 467,000 for long distance drivers. 'A* stated in tha U S Dopartmant ot Labor's Cmr—r Quktmncm Msgaxina. Soring 1078 No need to quit your present job FULL and FART TIME Saining is available in Virginia. Ws train both Men and Women. If you’re interested in joining one of the fastest growing industries in the IT.S. and would tike more information. Call Rfvco Tractor Trailer Training Inc WINCHESTER 703-662-2636 OPPORTUNITY TO SETUP YOU ft OWN BUSINESS In A Small Town OFFICE OR SHOP for your new or expanding business. Upstairs apt. also available. Complete with bath. In center of The Plains. Call 347-3711 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA NOTICE Arthur E. Schneider of 1918 Byrd Rd., Vienna, Va. 22180 has applied for a Special Use Permit in accordance with Article 12A, Section 1 of the Zoning Ordinance of Rappahannock County, Virginia. The above named applicant desires to occupy a mobile home during construction of a permanent dwelling in Chester Gap located in Wakefield Magisterial District. A hearing has been scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on July 12, 1979, 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 RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA By: Patty Alexander, Clerk 29jy5 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD Complainant vs. RICHARD MIKE, ET ALS Defendants IN CHANCERY NO. 2688 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to quiet title of Rappahannock County School Board, Complainant in the above mentioned Bill of Complaint to certain real estate known as the "Scrabble Graded School," near Scrabble, Stonewall Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, on State Secondary Route No. 626, containing two (2) acres, more or less, said land alleged to have been obtained by the Complainant by adverse possession for a period in excess of forty (40) years, as more fully recited in the Bill Of Complaint. An affidavit having been made and filed that the following are not residents of the State of Virginia, and that the last known post office addresses are correctly set forth opposite their names listed below: Richard Mike 4921 Jay Street, N. E. Washington, D. C. Milton Grant Jr. 1016 Tea Street,. N.W. Washington, D. C. Mattie Grant 1016 Tea Street, N. W. Washington, D.C. Joe Warner 135 You Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. Francine Warner 135 You Street, N. w. Washington, D. C. Edward J. Jackson 188 Cady Street Rochester 8, New York Delmore Jackson 90 Babbitt Place Rochester 8, New York Rufus Jackson 57 Bronson Avenue Rochester 8, New York Lela Gibbons 105 Superior Street Rochester 11, New York Donald Jackson 494 Masten Avenue Buffalo, New York George Jackson 190 Peck Street Rochester, New York Gerald R. Jackson 186-33 Elmina Avenue Hollis 12, New York Janet Jackson 99 Joiner Street Rochester, New York Delores Grant Legros Present whereabouts unknown, whose last post office address was Boston, Massachusetts Thelma Grant Spears Present whereabouts unknown, whose last post office address was Philadelphia, Pennsylvania William W. Grant Present whereabouts unknown, who whose last post office address was Washington, D. C. Inez M. T. Dillard a-k-a Ivey Mae What NATURAL FERTILIZER — Does no harm to water or earth - Never burns your plants -Aerates the soil & - Reproduces itself As it improves your soil WORMS WORMCASTINGS 987-8913 Grant Dillard Present whereabouts unknown, whose last post office address was Washington, D. C. Edward Grant a-k-a Bud Edward Grant Present whereabouts unknown, whose last post office address was Washington, D. C. Merritt Robertson Present whereabouts unknown, whose last post office address was Washington, D. C. Joan Battle Present whereabouts unknown, whose last post office address was Washington, D. C. Son|a Fairfax Present whereabouts unknown, whose last post office address was vyashington, D. C. And the Bill stating that there are or may be persons interested in the subject matter of this suit whose names are unknown and making them parties defen-' dant by the general description of parties unknown, an affidavit having been made and filed that they are unknown. It is ordered that the said nonresident defendants, Richard Mike, Milton Grant Jr., mattie Grant, Joe Warner, Francine Warner, Edward J. Jackson, Delmore Jackson, Rufus Jackson, Lela Gibbons, Donald Jackson, George Jackson, Gerald R. Jackson, Janet Jackson, Delores Grant Legros, Thelma Grant Spears, William W. Grant, Inez M. T. Dillard, a ka Ivey Mae Grant Dillard, Edward Grant, a-k-a Bud Edward Grant, Merritt Robertson, Joan Battle and Sonia Fairfax, Willi* Wood Warner, If living, or if he be dead, the widow and heirs, devisees and successors in title of Willie Wood Warner, who left the Washington, D. C. area around 1941, and who have not been heard from since, who are made parties defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN; Ulysses Grant, if living, or if she be dead, the widower and heirs, devisees and successors in title of Ulysses Grant, whose addresses are unknown, and who are made parties defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN; and any other unknown heirs, devisees and successors in title, if any such there be, andor any unknown parties having an interest in the lands of Wood Grant and Albert Grant, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN, do appear on or before August 17, 1979 and do what is necessary to protect their interests. It is further ordered that the foregoing portion of this order be published once a week for four (4) successive weeks in the Rappahannock News, a newspaper having general circulation in the County of Rappahannock, Virginia within ten (10) days after the entry of this order of publication, and that the Clerk mail a copy hereof, to each of the said defendants at the post office addresses given in the affidavit herein within ten (10) days after the entry of this Order of Publication and file a certificate of the fact in the papers of this case. ENTER this 26 day of June, 1979. Teste: DIANE BRUCE, Douglas K. Baumgardner Esquire Attorney at Law P. O. Box 235 Washington, Virginia 22747 Counsel for Rappahannock County School Board 29jyl9 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA NOTICE Levi Atkins of Amissvllle 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 to get a variance from the setback regulation. Rt. 211 and Rt. 678 located in Jackson Magisterial District. A hearing has been scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on July 12, 1979, 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 FO ZONING APPEALS FOR RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA By: Patty Alexander, Clerk 29jy5 ++++ It is easier to know man in general than to know a particular man. —La Rouchefoucauld United States Savings Bonds vs. the Piggy Bank. 1. If the Piggy Bank is stolen, you lose what’s in it. That’s the way it is with cash. If a Bond is stolen, you get a new one. 2. A Pig$y Bank is easy for even its owner to rob. But Bonds can be bought through your Payroll Savings Plan at work, and a little is taken out of each check before you can get your hands on it. 3. The Piggy Bank may look kind and generous, but it won’t give you any interest. A U.S. Savings Bond yields 6% when held to 5-year maturity. 4. The Piggy Bank money just sits there. A Bond helps your country. In summary, you might wonder why grown folks would even use Piggy Banks. It’s so much smarter to buy Bonds. Avoid that empty feeling. Buy U.S. Savings Bonds. Senes E Bonds pay 6% interest when held to maturity of 5 years (4Vfe% the first year) Interest is not subject to state or local income taxes, and federal tax may be deferred until redemption . slock . ln^menca. Join the Payroll Savings Plan. r— : ■ ■■:■■■ •: ", .f n. HORSES FOR SALE >■. BEAUTIFUL REGISTERED ARABIAN - 6 years. English or Western. Very good disposition. Also: 1 year old registered Arabian. For more information call, 703-777-8890 after 12:0^ noon. (7-5-2M7) THOROUGHBRED GELDING - Chestnut, registered. 16.1 hands, big boned, ready to show. $1700. 703-347-1396. (6-28-2M7) APPALOOSA REGISTERED MARE, Ll5.2. bay -man; two year old bay filly, 15.0 with breeding certificate, vetted out, sound stock, $500 each. 703-435-2599. (17) Registered Quarter Horse gelding, black, 15 hands, 12 yrs., rides English and Western, gentle disposition. 347-1175. 7/5/79 ARABIAN - CHIN0TEAGUE GELDING - Lead broke, good temperment $150.00. 703-777-8772. (17) HALF Thoroughbred three year old chestnut filly, excellent confirmation and disposition, huntershow prospect. Will sacrifice, $600. Phone 703-822-5517. (17) THOROUGHBRED registered brown mare, 16 hds., 10 yrs. Hunted, evented and pony clubbed successfully. Quiet but willing, sound. $1800. 703-6876747. 7/5/79 THOROUGHBRED Crox, steel grey mare, 6 years, 15.3 hands, for experienced rider only. $700 or best offer. After 6 p.m., 703-4370748.(17) Bay gelding, 14.2 hands with permanent card, 5 yrs. old, Natural jumper, trained to hack and jump. Great show or event prospect. Top disposition by Return to Camelot out of Snow Boots (Sylvia's CometSnowstorm). Call after 6 p.m. 347-1540. J/X Z//5/79 Attractive 16.2 hands, 7 year old, TB, bay mare. Extremely quiet with lots of manners. Very nice mover. Has shown' and would also hunt; Attractive 16.1 hands. 5 year old TB, chestnut mare. Wellmannered. Very green with lots of potential. Would event, hunt or show. 937-4690. 7/5/79 Cvtfgrttn Arabians PUREBREDS FOR SALE 703 327 4437 Route One Box 314 Leesburg. Virginia 22075 «HSC. GEORGE WHITE SUPPLY, INC. Specializing in Compete Line of Fencing Repair* or Now Installation WIRE-BOARD RAIL Complete Farm Renovation "Ltf us mans four ftrtn s thow pises." Bn 282, MMSMsrg, Virginia 22117 703-867-8371 — PONIES FOR SALE >. ■ - REGISTERED TENNESSEE WALKING PONY - 5 years old. gentle. Call 703-822-5075 after 6:00 p.m. (6-21-3M7) VELVET QUEEN, medium pony, black mare, 10 yrs. Consistent winner at rated and local shows, hunted successfully. Outgrown. $2500. 703-687 6747. 7/5,/9 BARN HELP WANTED: to muck out two-stall tarn. Own transportation required. 703-777-7604. (6-28-2M7) r 1 MISC. WANTED -. WANTED TO BUY: Horse and pony under $300. Vienna, Va. 703-9382538.(17) f s TACK A EQUIPMENT SADDLE - WESTERN, good condition with buck stitching, with matching breast plate. $150. 703347-1396. _- _ (6-28-2H7) BOARDING A TRAINING J Breaking -end training, hunt, show\and point to point. Call after 5\m; 937-4031. i \ 6/28.75/6 7/12 Small, friendly, stable, has •'pasture or stall board. $40 ' $105. Schooling ring, trails. •Conveniently located near New / Baltimore. 347-9245. 6/21.7/126 7/17/79 Top class boarding in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mts. Horses bought, sold, and schooled. Ryan’s Stable The Plains, VA 347-3127 * 1 1 "ni FARRIERS — HORSESHOEING BILL DAVIS 703-347-4009 MISC. BUYING SMALL OR LARGE amounts of goats, rabbits, hens, ducks, guinea fowl, bannys, several breeds of fancy pigeons, golden pheasants, quail. Also retail sales. 703-430-6560. (6-15-4M7) EXTRA NICE QUALITY TIMOTHY Horse Hay - $75.00 per ton delivered. Also nice quality Dairy hay. 703-896-1218. (6-21 -17-4t) *' ' " '* < VANS A TRAILERS -. TRAILER & VAN REPAIRS. New floors, hitches, brakes, welding, dents removed. We pick-up. Prompt service. Reasonable prices. (703)937-4402 (17) f" "I"'.'. INSTRUCTION . -...-.■ - Carriage Lane Farm Private Md group lessons. Beginner through Advanced. Lots of traRs. Mr*. Diann Trtbby 703-777-8395 OMaaoMaotxaaraooooooc RIDING LESSONS Maintree Indoor Lighted RingPrivate and Group Beginners to Advanced Child or Adnlt TRAIL RIDES SUMMER RIDING CAMP Enroll Now Swimming 777-3*12 777-3279 BARN CONSTRUCTION V.. ./ iMiiilliams Co., Inc. specializing in the construction of Complete Custom Horse Facilities BARNS - STABLES - INDOOR ARENAS Remodeling - Custom Homes We Service our Product P.0. Box 130, Warrenton, Va. 703-347-3173 ^\r •BUILDERS* •COMPLETE HORSE FACILITIES \ •POLE BARNS ^MACHINERY SHEDS ALL TYPES OF FARM BUILDINGS "QUALITY WORK A TREASONABLE PRICES" 703-564-8468 Round Hill, Va, NOW ON SALE - 1st edition of THE VIRGINIA HUNT COUNTRY MAP Map includes the 11 Hunt Boundries which are verified by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America. Printed on ivory color paper in 3 colors, measuring 18" x 22Vi". Phone and mail orders accepted. $3.95 per copy (plain paper); $6.50 per copy (laminated paper), va. residents include 4% sales tax and 75< for postage and handling. Loudoun Times-Mirror, P.0. Box 359, Leesburg, Va. 22075. Tel. 1703) 777-1111 (17) i i 7>) Bring In Your Scissors Clipper Blades, Knives and Saws SHARPENED Better Than New HORSE COUNTRY saddlery! By Pass. Warrentonl (703)347 31411 TRAILER & VAN REPAIRS • Welding • Body • Hitches Work • Wiring • Brakes • Mat Fast-Reasonable I'll pick up in Warrenton Hayes 37-4402 BARN CONSTRUCTION

By NANCY SECRIST VP I Extension Agent To gain the most from your garden it is important to harvest and use the produce at just the right time. The chart below will help you know when to pick at “the peak of perfection.” Bean* Green or Wax Snap Bean* - Pods full size; beans very small or newer varities can be delayed until beans are full size as long pods are still tender. Should break easily with a ‘snap’ when ready for harvesting. Seeds should not cause pods to bulge. Pole and Half Runner Beans - As snap beans when young and stringless; as shell beans when mature. Lima Beans - Seeds are full size, but pods still have nice green color. End of pod is spongy. Can be allowed to remain on bush until dry to use for dry beans. Beets Can be thinned when 6-8 inches tall and used as greens. Beet roots when they are 2-3 inches in diameter. Can be harvested at l-IVi inches in diameter and this is best size when greens are going to be used also. Roots can be of good quality up to 2'/2-3 inches. Broccoli Harvest large terminal bud cluster before any flowers open, then small side bud clusters can be harvested for many weeks through the summer. Harvest with 6-8 inches of stalks. Can live until severe freezing weather. Cabbage Harvest anytime after a firm head develops. If some plants can’t be harvested after they reach full maturity, bend to ground on one side to break part of roots to reduce possibility of head splitting. If heads have not split, they can be stored for long periods at temperatures of 32-45 degrees F. Collard Cut for greens when leaves are young and not over 12” long. New growth from center of each plant will provide a continuous harvest of young, tender leaves. Com Harvest while husk is still dark green. Kernels should be full size when mature yellow or white color to the tip of the ear, but still in the soft, milk stage of growth. Is sweetest just as silk blackens. Matures very rapidly in hot weather. Refrigerate immediately to prevent the Property (Dfferings .40 acres of good farmland surrounded by mountains, at the foot of Old Rag; river frontage. $1650 per acre. Possible owner financing. Candy Coomb* 675 3465 Eileen M. Day Realtor-Broker Washington, Va •78-3400 Mitzie Young 0375196 REALTY WORLD Korry Smithgalt 937-5573 sugar from turning to starch. Ready for. harvest about 3 weeks after the first silk appears. Pierce a kernel with thumbnail; milky juice means corn is just right; clear juice means wait a day or two; pasty fluid means you’ve missed your chances for perfection on that ear. Cowpea of Black-Eyed Pea When seeds are near full size, but still bright green; as mature or dry seeds, when seeds are full size and dry. Dry seeds are used cooked, baked and in soups. Cucumbers Moderate size are best. Yellowing indicates old age. Don’t allow old cucumbers to remain on vine—vine will stop bearing. Harvest while young and green and the seeds are soft. For sweet pickles: 2-3” long. For dills: 5-6” long. For slicing: 6-8” long. Lemon cucumber should measure no wider than 3”. Cut or pull, leaving short stem. Remove by turning cucumber parallel to the vine and giving it a quick snap. Prevents vine damage and results in a clean break. I Eggplant Harvest when fruits are large and shiny. Harvest when reach a uniformly deep purple color and are properly sized for the variety »(4-6” long). Keep mature fruits picked off and plants will produce over a long period of time. Fruit in which the seeds have turned brown are of poor quality and past the edible stage. Heavy bearing taxes small plants, so remove all but 3 or 4 fruits from each plant. Pick long slender Japanese eggplant when finger size to hot dog size; one plant will bear dozens if you keep them picked. Press side of fruit slightly, indentation remains—fruit mature. Harvest before flesh becomes tough and seeds begin to brown. Cantaloupes (Muskmelons) Develop best flavor when they ripen in warm, dry weather. (May taste more like cucumbers if they mature in cool, rainy weather.) Pick at “full slip” stage—when the stem separates readily from the fruit. Fully ripe is sweetest. As the melon ripens, the neeting becomes more prominent. The background color between the netting changes from a light green to a tan or yellow cast. After harvesting, the fruit can be held at room temperature for one to three days until the blossom end softens. Casaba: leave on the vine until blossom end softens and rind turns yellow. Crenshaw: is ripe (and . highly perishable) when dark green skin develops yellow streaks. Honeydew: pick when blossom end softens and white skin turns cream color. Okra or Gumbo Best quality when pods are 2-3” long. May have to harvest daily to get ideal quality size. Pick within a few days after flower petals have fallen, whether pods are to be used or not. If pods are allowed to ripen, the plant ceases to produce. Onions Harvest when half or more of the tops have fallen over. Do not wait too long after this occurs. Keep well if necks and skins are allowed to dry thoroughly before storing. Pea Harvest when pods are well filled and eat while peas are still tender and sweet. High temperature causes rapid loss of sugar content. Smaller ones are tastier than the bigger ones. Sugar or snow peas with edible pods should be picked as soon as peas are perceptible inside the pods. This recipe for muffins makes a delicious bread for breakfast, dinner and snacks. Also a good accompaniment for summer picnics. General District Court Cases Robert F. Gamblin, McLean, reckless driving, reduced to improper equipment, $25 fine, $18 costs. Paul J. Sivak, Springfield, speeding 60/45, $30 fine, $18 costs. Lonnie G. Clatterbuck, Sperryville, reckless driving (accident), $100 fine, $18 costs. Robert F. Jenkins, Woodville, driving with a revoked license, 10 days in jail, 9 days suspended, $100 fine (suspended), $18 costs. Lloyd H. Eicher, Warrenton, permit dead animal to lie, dismissed; Bonded for $1000 not to allow same offense. Robert L. Caison, Front Royal, failure to obey highway markings, $15 fine, $18 costs. Brenda L. Calisto, Flint Hill, improper stopping, $25 fine, $18 costs. Walter H. Horn III, Front Royal, no operator's license, $15 fine; Same, defective equipment, $15 fine, $18 costs. Nicolas A. Lethbridge, Washington, D.C., speeding 70/55, $30 fine, $18 costs. Keith R. Meigs, New Jersey, improper registration, $25 fine, $18 costs. Richard J. Papuga, Vienna, improper stopping, $15 fine, $18 costs. Barry H. Stem, Pennsylvania, speeding 69/55, $28 fine, $18 costs. Marshall C. Tuck, Penhook, defective equipment, $10 fine, $18 costs. Rueleo R. Wilson, Maryland, speeding 73/55, $36 fine, $18 costs. Edward L. Burke, Manassas, speeding 71/55, $32 fine, $18 costs. Aksel D. Falk, Pratts, speeding 69/55, $28 fine, $18 costs. Shelby J. Foster, Bentonville, speeding 69/55, $28 fine, $18 costs. Michael J. Haynes, Alexandria, speeding 74/55, $38 fine, $18 costs. r Christian B. Horn, Harrisonburg, no inspection, $10 fine, $18 costs. Juanita L. Loud, Springfield, speeding 65/55, $20 fine, $18 costs. Terry C. Parker, New Market, no inspection, $10 fine, $18 costs. Earl R. Smith, Michigan, speeding 70/55, $30 fine, $18 costs. Donald L. Williams, Front Royal, no operator's license, $10 fine, $18 costs. John D. Yaremchuk, Falls Church, speeding 70/55, $30 fine, $18 costs. Irvin E. Thompson, Flint Hill, no county sticker, $10 fine, $18 costs. Donald M. Turner, Washington, no county sticker, $10 fine, $18 costs. Thomas W. Brown, Woodville, expired registration, $10 fine, $18 costs. Myrle E. Evans, Florida, expired inspection, $10 fine, $18 costs. David S. Hitt, Amissville, no county sticker, $10 fine, $18 costs. Colston H. Jackson, Jr., Richmond, expired inspection, $10 fine, $18 costs. Robert F. Jenkins, Woodville, no county sticker, $10 fine, $18 costs. Jennifer I. Pendleton, Castleton, no operator's license, $15 fine, $18 costs. Charles D. Williams, Castleton, allow unlicensed person to drive, $25 fine, $18 costs. Clarence H. Deal, Sperryville, no county sticker, $10 fine, $18 costs. Mildred A. Dwyer, Woodville, no county sticker, $10 fine, $18 costs. Walter R. Nolasco, Arlington, expired inspection, $10 fine, $18 costs. Deborah G. Preecs, Amissville, no county sticker, $10 fine; 71 SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM Sperryville, Virginia 22740 (703) 987-8088 Sperryville—Attractive two story 4 bedroom stucco home on nice lot fronting on Rt. 211. Living room with fireplace, den, full bath and many other features. $55,000. Near Washington, VA—25.2 acres of rolling hills and woodland with streams, terrific views and long private road frontage. $33,500 with/owner financing. Secluded 19 acre mountain top near Nethers Mill. 6 room home and 3 room log cabin with stone fireplace. $42,500. Boston—Cozy 2 bedroom cedar siding home on 62 wooded acres with stream. Home has 13x15 living room, full bath and eat-in kitchen with appliances. $39,500. m realtor James W. Leak* 987-8236 J. Maurice O’Ban non 987-8713 Eddie Way) and 987-8153 Blueberry Oat Muffins Recipe submitted by Carole Miller Washington, Va. (From Gourmet Magazine) In a bowl toss 2 cups blueberries, picked over, with 2 tablespoons flour. In a blender or in a food processor fitted with the steel blade, grind 3/« cup oldfashioned oats (rolled oats) to a coarse powder, transfer the powder to a large bowl, and into the bowl sift together VA cups flour, 1 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Combine the mixture well. Add one stick C/2 cup) cold butter, cut into bits, and l‘/j tablespoons grated lemon rind, blend the mixture until it resembles meal, and add the blueberries. In another bowl combine two thirds cup milk and one egg, lightly beaten, add the mixture to the flour mixture, and stir the batter until it is just combined. In a small bowl combine l‘/j tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Spoon the batter into buttered Vicup muffin tins, filling them two thirds full, sprinkle it with the cinnamon sugar and bake the muffins in a preheated hot over (400 degrees) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden. Serve the muffins with butter. Makes about 16 muffins. (Two cans of blueberries may replace fresh berries.) A SCOUT COURT OF HONOR was held by Troop 123 of Washington on Friday^^une 21 at Sundance Farm, home of Unit Commissioner W. F. “Yogi” Bear and Mrs. Bear. Mike White and Edward Summers were promoted to Life Scouts; Rickey Shaw, Richard Burke and Jimmy Freeman to First Class and Chucky Jenkins to Second Class. Merit badges earned by the troop this period include Environmental Science, Machinery, Stamp Collecting, Personal Management, Pets, Dog Care, Personal Fitness and Fishing. Parents and guests enjoyed singing contests, skits and slides from previous scouting activities of the troop over the past four years. From left are Jimmy Bywaters, Mike White, Edward Summers, Gary Smoot, Chucky Jenkins, Ricky Shaw, Eric Bear, Downing McCoy, Robert Burke, Dale Cameron with Scout Master Buddy Bywaters and Assistant James Shaw. Thief Nabbed A Front Royal man was arrested about 10 p.m. Sunday on the site of Smith Equipment Sales Corporation at Rt. 29 and Rt. 616 south of Warrenton and charged with breaking and entering. Sgt. J. L. Waddell of the Sheriffs Department investigated a tripped burglar alarm and apprehended Charles E. Sparks, 24, at the farm equipment firm. Gas and tools were recovered. Sheriff Cox reported that Sparks was accompanied by others and more arrests may be made. Sparks has been released on $5,000 personal bond. Same, defective equipment, $15 fine, $18 costs. James L. Settle, Flint Hill, no county sticker, $10 fine, $18 costs. Ronald K. Smith, Herndon, expired inspection, $10 fine, $18 costs. Joseph O. Vogl, Bealeton, expired rejection sticker, $15 fine, $18 costs. Robert H. Winn, Fairfax, expired operator's license, $15 fine, $18 costs. Billy Salone, Flint Hill, drunk in public, $15 fine, $15 costs. Robert B. Dodson, Fairfax, drunk in public, $15 fine, $15 costs. Miriam F. Orndoff, Richmond, fail to maintain control (accident), reduced to improper driving, $35 fine, $18 costs. Moses Gibson III, Arlington, reckless driving, reduced to fail to drive to right of road, $50 fine, $18 costs. * Swaim At Fort Bragg Cadet Charles B. Swaim, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Swaim, Flint Hill, is receiving practical work in military leadership at the Army ROTC Advanced Camp at Fort Bragg, N. C. The six-week training includes instruction in first aid, communications, marksmanship, orienteering, weapons, weapons systems, defensive and offensive tactics, recondo techniques and numerous other areas. Most cadets are fulfilling their advanced camp requirement during the summer between their junior and senior years in college. The successful completion of the advanced camp and graduation from their respective college or university will result in the student being commissioned a second lieutenant in the Active Army or the U. S. Army Reserve or National Guard. Swaim is a student at the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg. THE ARK Distinctive Dog and Cat grooming. Air conditioned for your pets' 636-6034 comfort -- By appointment. REAL ESTATE SPERR YVILLE, VA.—Beautiful split level borne on 3 plus acres, 3 bdrm., 2Vi bath*giving mi., dining mi., family mi., large kitchen, one-half basement, and garage. This house was built by a master builder for his personal use. Fireplace and hardwood floors are added features. The house is convenient, but surprisingly secluded. A stream offers the potential for a pond. Offered at the excellent price of $85,000. WASHINGTON, beautiful views, ' ^QV, surveyed. ^ v, mostly cleared, site, road frontage. Newbill Miller Realtor 703-675*3691 OFFERINGS BY LYNE SPERRYVILLE—Seven room residence in good to excellent condition, located on Route 211, zoned commercial, ample closets, oil heat, immediate possession.$55,000. SLATE MILLS—Frame residence, partially restored (new kitchen, bath, heating and septic systems) ample shade, great mountain views. $42,600. WOODED PARCELS—10, 15, 30, 80, 200 acres plus, from $750 to $2000 per acre. Call for details. 03 REALTOR’ CALL 703/987-8588 W. H. LYNE, Realtor Rts.211 and $22, Washington, Va. Joseph Nordone, Associate 987-8691 Roger Atkins, Salesman 987-8171 Realty, Inc. 987-8640 Rt. 211 East SPERRYVILLE, VIRGINIA Open Everv Dav Approx. 42 acres of rugged mountain land, all wooded and good access by auto on state maintained road. Numerous camping and building sites. Common boundary with Shenandoah Nat'l Park and the Jordan River flows through property. Outstanding privacy and wildlife galore. A sound investment at $66,700 and terms available. Large Building —1800 sq. ft. of enclosed area can be yours with this sturdy cinderblock building with concrete floor and deck. Will make ideal weekend or year round home. Located on beautiful acre on good state road in prestigious area of county. Long term owner financing with low down payment. $14,900. Call now. Mountain acreage with long state road frontage, this rugged tract of rolling to partially steep land is being quickly reclaimed by nature from the once mountain farmland. Lots of small growth dogwood and honeysuckle. The 31.5 acres can make excellent homesite with outstanding views. Bring boots and blue jeans if you want to walk it. Priced below market at $38,500 with flexible owner financing. Viewtown—Owner will provide certified survey for this tract of apprx. 30 acres. Variety of open and wooded areas, streams, pond site, views, and private road. $2000 per acre with owner financing available. 5 beautiful lots with nice building sites. Property is wooded and has excellent .mountain views. Call today for details. Office-Business-Residence. 26x48 Brick building on nice lot fronting on two state roads. Presently designed for office and showroom with full basement for storage. Central air conditioning and electric forced air heat. Can be easily partitioned for 3 bedroom home. $41,500. Call Now. 36.3 acres fronting on Rt. 522 just south of Woodville. Partially open, stream, and building sites. $39,500. Lovely 2 story stucco home on approximately one-half acre. 5 bedrooms, large living room with fireplace, kitchen, dining room, and full bath. House in excellent condition. Commercial zoning. $55,000. Call Today. Gift shop fronting on Rt. 211 at Sperryville has gas pumps, private office, 4500 sq. ft. showrooms, 3 cabins, fruit stand and plenty of parking. Ready to go at $66,500 with excellent long term financing. 6.2 rolling acres atop Boston Hill. Property is open and wooded and located at the county line. Nice 2 bedroom cedar siding home with large kitchen, living room and full bath; Spring and stream.* $39,500. Over 25 acres tucked away in the mountains near Ben Venue. Property is completely wooded with private road and total seclusion. Call for details. Madison Co.—71 partly wooded, partly open acres with breath-taking views of Old Rag Mt. Frontage on Rt. 231. Spring, stream, and well. All for only $64,500. 3 bedroom home on beautiful, rolling acre on state road, home offers large living room, family room with fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, full basement and more. Oil forced air, heat. Commercial zoning. Only $49,500. Call Today. 33 acres of orchard and woodland fronting on state road near Flint Hill. Views and owner financing. Priced to sell at $1500 p/acre. 26 wooded, rolling acres adjoining Shenandoah National Park are accented by a charming 4 bedroom, 2 Vi bath split level. Home includes large family room, kitchen-dining area w/wood cookstove, and balcony off bedroom. Secluded, peaceful, and has more than 500 feet of road frontage. Asking $165,000. Sperryville—New England styled home with 3 bedrooms, & 2 baths on apprx. 2 acres. Attached garage offers 4th bedroom & bath. $62,500. ASSOCIATES Baverly Atkins 675-3883 C. Kseton Bams* 967-8619 Charles “Bud” Cordor 635-5691 John Eubank 967-6146 825-4952