Rappahannock News, December 13, 1979

RICHMOND i p -■£*, PAIDClROfLATIONf NOW HOUSEHOLDS mr ** it.. rr-—.■».—■» 30th YEAR, NO. 50 USPS45558C 8 Pages ^r^wTTXT,xrrTrrmftrrtp^. -- ■. THURSDAY, &E&EMBER 13,1979 Washington, Virginia Phone 675-3349 Washington Is Distressed Town The Department of Housing and Urban Development has declared the town of Washington as physically and economically distressed. The announcement carried in the October . 30 Federal Register lists Washington along with 119 Virginia communities of including The Plains in Fauquier County, Berryville in Clarke County, Luray and Orange as meeting “distressed” criteria on income, population, housing and development. As a result of the designation, Washington may be eligible for a Urban Development Action Grant designed “to assist severly distressed cities and urban counties in revitalizing their stagnating economies and reclaiming deteriorated neighborhoods.” Under the program, qualifying communities can use Federal funds to stimulate new, or increased, private investment. According to a HUD official, action grants depend on “substantial private commitment to increase the tax base and employment opportunities in a community.” Richard Warren in from the Richmond HUD office said “The aim of the program is to cause a project to occur when it wouldn’t occur in and of itself.” According to data supplied by the RappahannockRapidan Planning District Commission, Washington meets most of the criteria for judging whether a small town is distressed. At least 33.77 per cent of the community’s housing must have been constructed prior to 1940, based on U.S. Census data. Washington qualifies under this category with 75 per cent of housing built before 1940. Of Washington’s population of 192, 14.06 per cent are at or below the poverty level, over the minium of 11.07 per cent required for distressed status. Washington’s per capita income change between 1969 and 1975 was $1,890—above the distressed level of $1,433 net increase. In addition, the town experienced a higher growth rate, 1.59 per cent, than the distressed minimum of 0.32 per cent. Op the basis of new 'U. S. Census data, several small towns that met the minimum standards of physical and economic distress in Fiscal Year 1978 do not meet the current minimum standards. Middleburg is in this category. —Rappahannock Nch-s Phnio/Daphne Hutchinson GEORGE BEARD, Rappahannock’s Delegate to the Virginia General Assembly, was a speaker at the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s quarterly meeting last Friday. Also on the program were E. P. Luke, (left) chairman of the Rappahannock supervisors, and Jim Northup, naturalist from Shenandoah National Park. Northup gave a talk on the increasing problem of “acid rain” while Luke brought the audience up-to-date on the status of the county’s comprehensive plan. ; —ftappahanock Nnn Photo/S. LathaMf ALL AGLOW FOR CHRISTMAS is this youngster who attended the Christmas movies and Santa’s visit Saturday sponsored by the Cadette Troop and held at the local elementary school. Supervisors Grant Co-op Rezoning By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock New* Staff Writer Following a public hearing at last Thursday’s board meeting, the Rappahannock supervisors voted unanimously to rezone 9.66 acres behind the new farmers’ cooperative building from agriculture to commercial (B-2). In taking the action, they discounted arguments that the uses proposed by the coop could take place under the property’s current agricultural zoning with a special use permit and disregarded objections from private citizens and members of the county’s planning commission that the amount of land included in the application is excessive. "I see no problem with the number of acres,” stated supervisor Dick Latham. “It New Approaches To Land Use Sought By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock Nnw Staff Writer In the 1980 session, the Virginia General Assembly will be asked for enabling legislation to allow localities to institute pilot land use programs, including the transfer, sale or lease of development right* and moce innovative approaches currently in effect in other states. This proposal and others were announced by Dr. Berkwood Farmer, chief economist and director of planning and development for the Virginia Department of Agriculture, at a conference on preserving rural land uses last week in Fredericksburg. Farmer said the proposals arose out of a survey of 1,600 farmers conducted recently by the Virginia Agricultural Opportunities Commission. The farmers cited the most important reasons for agricultural land being shifted from farming as: —Low financial returns to farming, —Purchase of farmland for non-agricultural uses, —High real estate taxes, —Lack of young persons entering farming. In addition, farmers from areas experiencing rapid growth rates expressed concern over the encroachment of urban development on acres traditionally devoted to agriculture. The 1,600 Virginia farmers AFD Council Named By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock News Staff Writer At last Thursday’s board meeting, the Rappahannock supervisors appointed a ninemember advisory council to evaluate a proposal for the county’s first agricultural andforestal district, applied for by C. E. “Ned” Johnson of Sperryville. On, the council are Washington farmer and stockman Randall Updike, orchardist Sam Snead, farmer James Falls of Woodville and Flint Hill farmer' and orchardist Louis Moore. Other members are VPI extension agent Ra,p Owings, landowner and orchardist Jack Jenkins from Flint Hill, retired general and landowner Hugh Exton of Amissville and Howard Holschuh, landowner and civic activist from Castleton. Supervisor-elect Hubert. Gilkey of Chester Gap will represent the board on the advisory council after fie takes office on January 1. Under the Agricultural and Forestal Districts Act passed in 1977 by the General Assembly, the advisory council has several assigned duties. Its prime responsibility is to determine whether land lying within the proposed district is "agriculturally significant.” That is, “land that has historically produced agricultural and forestal products, or land that is considered good agricultural and forestal land...based on factors other than soil quality such as topography, climate, markets, farm improvements, agricultural economics and technology, and other relevant factors.” After completing its evaluation, the advisory committee then recommends to the planning commission and the supervisors whether the district should be adopted .as proposed, modified , or denied and if adopted, for how long. (The AFD Act stipulates that a district must be created for at least four years and not more than eight.) Once approved, qualifying land within the district’s boundaries becomes eligible for use-value taxation. In (Continued on Page 3) Robinson Aide In County Jim Hobgood, assistant to Congressman J. Kenneth Robinson, will be at the court house in Washington on Wednesday, December 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. Anyone with a problem of a federal nature or who wishes to relay opinions to Robinson on national legislative issues should meet with Hobgood. ' When Hobgood is not on travel assignment, he may be contacted at Robinson’s Fredericksburg office, (703) 373-0536. polled in the survey listed real estate tax relief and the formulation of more effective land' use tools and nfw options that local governments can use to preserve agricultural land. Mon Legal Authority X i‘*|SiriiWit ■ described la»d:tf; assessment programs and ' agricultural and forestal districts as an important part . of the fight to preserve productive agricultural land. “On the other hand, localities need more legal authority, information and clearer direction from the state to implement effective land preservation programs,” Farmer said. “Agriculture must be recognized as a legitimate use for zoning,” he maintained, in reverse of the trend that has seen “agricultural zone” slapped on all the land left over after a county has accommodated commercial, industrial and residential uses. “Where development pressures are already present, new tools are needed immediately," Farmer said. Based on the recent farmer survey and information on land-use trends from 16 counties and two cities in Virginia, Farmer said the Agricultural Opportunities Cptnmisskra baa compiled a. •>Jist of proposals that will give localities these “new tools”. In addition to supporting enabling legislation that will allow local pilot programs, the Commission is Asking the coming session of the General Assembly for: —An amendment to the state planning code that will specifically include “production of food and fiber” as a factor to be considered in preparation of local comprehensive plans. —An amendment to the state zoning code adding a subsection “to provide for the preservation of agricultural and forestry lands.” The amendment will assure local governments that (Continued on Page 8) Fuel Help Funded At the December 6 board meeting, the Rappahannock supervisors unanimously approved the transfer of $23,500 from the county’s general fund to the welfare department’s fuel assistance program. The program is designed to help needy families in meeting rising fuel costs. Local expenditures will be reimbursed by the state. Welfare director Elizabeth Buntin reported that 55 households had already applied for assistance. “We had to hire someone to take applications,” she said, noting that without extra personnel, the welfare department couldn’t meet the five day time limit for processing applications. She estimated administrative costs as $3,100 for the four months, December-March, in which the program runs. In Rappahannock, $20,000 will be available to participants in the fuel assistance program, according to Mrs. Buntin. The maximum amount that an eligible household can receive is $200 with payment made directly to fuel suppliers. She told the supervisors that heads of households receiving supplemental security income (SSI) are’ automatically eligible for fuel assistance. “There are 261 SSI -recipients in Rappahannock but not all of them are heads of households,” Mrs. Buntin added. For applicants who are not receiving SSI, the welfare department examines income for the previous 90 days in order to determine eligibility. For a single person, income must not exceed S4.250; for a couple, income must be below $5,625 and for a family of four, the ceiling is $8,375, according to fuel assistance program guidelines. Mrs. Buntin estimated “front money” needs for payment to fuel suppliers as $3,500 in December, $10,000 to $11,000 in January, $6,000 in February and $4,000 in March. Poor people are really feeling the crunch of inflation,” she said. According to Mrs. Buntin, most of the applicants in Rappahannock for the fuel assitance program are elderly or on fixed incomes. “These people are really hurt,” she maintained. The supervisors voted unanimously to transfer $23,500 to the welfare budget with the understanding that the funds will be reimbursed by the state. “Suppose the state doesn’t send the money?” questioned supervisor H. B. Wood. "They’ve assured us they have the funds,” Mrs. Buntin ^replied. The supervisors also agreed ‘ to name a replacement in January for retiring welfare board member Carter White who will attend his last meeting, on December 21. takes a lot of land to store the type of stuff they’re handling.’’ Both the planners and the supervisors have been under the impression that the coop’s rezoning application for the property currently owned by Rayner V. Snead involves extending commercial zoning from the co-op’s new building back onto the 9.66 acres. “This is an extension of a commercial area. We’re not creating a new commercial district,” said supervisor H. B. Wood. “There’s a difference, even though I question whether they need ten acres of land.” At Thursday’s meeting, commonwealth attorney George Davis reported, however, that the property on which the building sits is zoned industrial, not commercial. “1 was told it was zoned commercial when we came out here to buy it,” interjected the manager of the farmers’ cooperative. A review of maps from the zoning administrator’s office showed the lot on which the co-op building sits to be industrial. Not Sufficient In presenting the rezoning application to the supervisors, Bill Fletcher, attorney for the co-op, maintained that the land currently owned by the cooperative is not sufficient for business needs. He also claimed that “the ever present problem of gasoline’*' calls for centralization so farmers and other residents of the community can purchase goods locally. Fletcher described the co-op as “a service oriented facility.” He argued that approval of the rezoning application would improve the county’s tax structure without increasing population density. Werner Krebser, representing the Rappahannock Chapter of the Isaac Walton League, said his group recognized the coop's need for additional storage space and was “not particularly opposed” to the use planned for the 9.66 acre tract. Krebser insisted, however, that the co-op could do most of what it wanted to do under the land’s current agriculture zoning and the rest with a special use permit. “An organization whose intent is to help the farmer should not be an organization that starts to perpetuate commercial zoning up and down the highways,” Krebser said, noting that the co-op had failed to cite a specific use for the rezoned land at both earlier meetings of the count' planning commission on thv. rezoning application. (The planners split threeto-three in a vote on approval of the rezoning and thus sent no recommendation to the supervisors.) Krebser suggested that the co-op wait six months until the county’s new comprehensive plan is adopted before pursuing the rezoning. Approval of the rezoning “sets a considerable precedent," said Krebser, adding that the co-op was not “that hard pressed" for the land. Mary Jane Swift also proposed that the rezoning request be either denied or postponed until after adoption of the comprehensive plan. Adjacent landowner Ted Wallsworth stated that he didn't understand why the commercial rezoning was necessary for the co-op to pursue its business plans. He also asked if the planned use for the property, as stated by the co-op, was binding should the rezoning be approved. According to Fletcher, it was the “general consensus" of the planning commissioners that the co-op could not use the land it plans to buy from Judge Snead for agricultural storage unless the property is first rezoned to commercial. Citing “applicable state and federal law," Fletcher said a sale takes place where materials are delivered, not where the ticket is written. Therefore, he argued, the storage area where products are handed over to the buyer is an extension of the co-op’s retail store and thus requires commercial zoning. r Otherwise, be said, the co-op would be guilty of using property zoned agricultural for commercial purposes. In response to Wallsworth, Fletcher said the tentative plan for the 9.66 acres is not binding and was submitted by the co-op management at the request of the planning commission to give the planners only a “general idea” of possible uses for the property. Extension Impossible As for waiting until work on the county’s first comSpaghetti Dinner A Spaghetti Dinner will be held Thursday, December 20 at the Rappahannock Elementary School cafeteria from 5 to 7 p.m. for the benefit of the seventh grade of the school. Funds realized will go toward the annual trip to historic Williamsburg and Jamestown. The support of the public will be appreciated.. Following the supper, the chool will present its annual Christmas program which is open to the public at no charge. Grades 4 and 5 will present the program, entitled, "The Small One.” The band will also perform. The program begins at 7:30. prehensive plan is completed, Fletcher said his clients must make a decision on buying the property before the coop's option contract expires December 31. “It’s not possible to get an extension of the option,” said Fletcher. “That’s been made perfectly clear" by Judge Snead, he added. “What would stop the coop from selling off five acres to someone could put up a hotel, motel, veterinary hospital and some of those other things they’re allowed to do (by right in a commercial zone)?’’ asked Swift. “I don't think there are any restrictions on sale," replied that co-op’s general manager, Ted Gore. “However, the intent of the organization is not to buy the property for resale...We have no intention of doing that what-so-ever," Gore stated. “That’s now. What about ten years from now?" Swift countered. “Right now, with the property they have, they can put up a restaurant, a hotel...They don’t have to ask anybody,’’ interjected supervisor chairman E. P. Luke. Peter Kramer compared the co-op’s rezoning request (Continued on Page 8) Santa To Visit Library Santa will make his yearly visit to the Ragpahannbck Library’s Christmas party today, Thursday, December 13, starting at 3:30 p.m. Parents are urged to bring youngsters. pre-school through second grade, to see Santa and get a treat. Refreshments will be served and gifts will be handed out. Court Of Honor Thirty-three merit badges were awarded at the recent Court of Honor held by Boy Scout Troop 123 of Washington. Badges earned included firs and wildlife management, forestry, Indian lore, leather works, life saving, reptile study, safety, soil and water conservation and wood carving. Receiving six-year pins were Gary Smoot. Jimmy Bywaters, Eric Bear and Downing McCoy, and those given four-year pins were Edward Summers and Dale Cameron. Mike White got a threeyear pin and two-year recognition went to Ricky Shaw and James Freeman. Chuck Jenkins and Robert Burke were given year pins. Other scouts attending were Donald Hitt, Greg Smith, Stephen Wiley. Lucky McCoy, and Bobby Jenkins. SCOUTS PARTICIPATING in a recent court of honor included, front row, l*ft to right, Greg Smith, Stephen Wiley, Bobby Jenkins, Lucky McCoy. Donald Hitt. Scoutmaster, Buddy Bywaters; back row, Ricky Shaw, James Shaw, Assistant Scoutmaster and partially visible are Edward Summers and Jimmy Bywaters.

Bird Counters Needed The Northerjji SheftWibah Valley Audubon Society and Lord Fairfax Community College are sponsoring the Annual Christmas Bird Count. All birds within a IS mile diameter circle, centering around Double Toll Gate, will be under scrutiny with the aim is to count all birds and their numbers within the circle. The county will be held on Saturday, December 15. Anyone who knows where unusual species are (like Bam Owls) or would like to participate in the census should call Prof. Robert Simpson (869-1120) or (home-869-2051). Other local counts are December 16, Shenandoah National Park (Dennis Carter 999-2243) and December 29, Calmes Neck, Clarke Co. (Harriett Gilbert 837-2370). ++++ Indians were the first to domesticate the guinea pig. It's not too late_ to have us ship a delicious Sperryville Brand Virginia Country Ham to a friend, relative or business associate for Christmas. It makes a wonderful gift and we guarantee delivery. Parkway Gift Shop U.S. Rt. 211 W. Sperryville, Va. fSappaljannDck News Rappahannock 8- Adjoining Counties per year $6.00 Bsewhere 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 ZIF? 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 Printing and Publishing Co., P. O. Box 631, Warrenton, Va. 22186. Just Arrived Bags and Shoes for your Christmas Shopping Free gift wrapping OPEM l\TIL 9 TIL CHRISTMAS South Gatt Culpeper - iPAUL'Sj 20 E. 8th St.! Front Royal, Va. j SANTA'S LOADED AND SO ARE WE!! TV'S - STEREOS - APPLIANCES. The NAME BRANDS you trust. \ll major brands of furniture at prices 'ou can afford. SHOP PAUL'S THIS CHRISTMAS 20 E. 8th St. Front Royal Ma^kRa/ dRRITYW-MNTH r?S p,r hu 19J79‘8° 963800 at RCHS are {{ront' left *» right) Mike Brown, Mark Raiford, Rory Williams, Glen Fletcher, Wayne Atkins, Dwayne Myers, Mike Tomko (rear) coach Bob Edmonson, Rusty Settle, Doyle Dunn, Carl Frye, Mike Leake, Lee Anderson, Greg Martin and Duane WINning A BIG ONE-Dean Wilson (30) watches while Settle ties up Jeff Rosenberry of Clarke County during the Panthers’ opening itame on December 5. The Panthers turned in an outstanding defensive effort block,ng shots, stealing balls and controlling the boards at both ends of the court to beat Clark, <1-33. The Panthers are now 1-2 after losing two hard fought games to Skyline District opponents Central and Madison on December 7 and 11. Panthers Lose Two, Win One dv jur. LLOl (»H Rappahannock Nth-* Sport* Reporter The Rappahannock Panthers went down to defeat on December 7 to Central, 62 to 77, in a hard fought contest at home against their first Skyline District opponent this season. The Central Falcons, considered by court watchers to be one of the top two earns in the Skyline district, umped out to a nine point ead early in the first quarter ind extended their edge to 25 points by the third quarter. At that point, it looked like Central had the victory wrapped up but the Panthers bounced back. Led by 6-3 center Gary Leake, the RCHS squad scored 23 points early in the fourth period while holding Central to only 13. With three minutes left in the game and the score only 77-62 in favor of Central, the Panthers looked like they just might pull it out. An outstanding defensive effort held ♦ ♦ 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 » 4 4 4 4 4 t 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 The World's Standard Give the gift of international acclaim. Cross, America’s finest writing instruments in 14 karat gold filled or sterling silver. From $20.00. Petersen Setuelera The Diamond Store 323 Southgate Shopping Center • Culpeper Phone 825-6033 Central scoreless for two minutes but the Falcons regrouped and zipped eight points onto the scoreboard to end Rappahannock's rally. Problems with ball handling appeared to make the major difference for the Panthers who turned the ball over on bad passes almost twice as many times as the Falcons did. Gary Leake put in an outstanding effort, leading the team in scoring with 22 points and in rebounding with nine. Greg Bright was the only other Panther to hit double figures with 14 points and five rebounds. Scoring was divided evenly between the other team members with Jim Tomko tossing in nine points, Tony Waylnad eight points, Dean Wilson four points and Larry Settle and Tony Armentrout each adding two to the tally. In an earlier December 5 game against non-district opponent Clarke County High School, the Panthers won easily by a margin of 71 to 33. They lost a hard fought game against Madison on Tuesday night, December 11. Building? •Paint •Lumber j •Miltwork ' •Hardware Complete One-Step | BUILDING SUPPLY Warrenton Building Material Co., Inc. on the By-Pass Warrenton 347-1400 WVFD Elects Officers The Washington Volunteer Fire Department elected new officers at its meeting on December 10, 1979. The officers, who will serve for the year 1980, are: President, Allan Ryan; Vice President, Charles Manson; Secretary, Steve Critzer; Treasurer, Jennings Hobson. The Chief of the WVFD is Roger Roach; First Assistant Chief, Jackie Estes; Second Assistant Chief, Bruce Critzer. The Captain of the Rescue Squad is Brad Fisher. Mary Bailey is First Lieutenant and Dale Cameron is Second Lieutenant. Members are reminded that the time of the meetings has been changed to 8:00 p.m., second Monday of the month, at the firehouse. Menus Sursum Corda School Dec. 17-21 Monday Bean tacos with lettuce and cheese and taco sauce, green i beans .with butter, , apple slices, milk.„ Tuesday Chicken hof dogs on whole*1 wheat rolls, sweet potatoes • with apples and honey, pears, milk. Wednesday Spinach quiche, corn with butter, whole wheat rolls with butter, peaches, milk. Thursday Baked split pea casserole, carrot sticks, whole wheat muffins with butter, applesauce, milk. Friday Potato soup, peanut butter and honey sandwich, bananas, milk. i * m-fi. The'/' free monthly Pep clinic, sponsored jointly by die Rappahannock Unit of die American Cancer Society and the county Health Department, will, be held Wednesday, December 19, between 10 a.m. and noon. Visits are by appointment only. For an appointment, call 675-3636 or 937-5686. Carol Sing The public is invited to sing alofcg with the adult choir and the young people of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church in a community carole sing, Sunday, December 16, at 2 p.m. at the church on Rt 522 south of Woodville. The ACTEENS and the Girls in Action (GA’s) will serve refreshments. T. R. BALDWIN STATE FUR BUYER Top market prices paid for all kinds of furs and hides. We're the Biggest Fur Buyers East of the Blue Ridge We sell Hats and Trapping Supplies Sperryville, Va. 987-8240 The Perfect Christmas Gift I Gift Box IIV2 lb. *550 Assort. Choc. 1 lb. *375 Trout Drug Co. 207 E. Main St. Front Royal, Va. v Black Bart Wood Stoves Fireplace Insert, completely installed $648.28 DRAWING i for Door Prize Free Standing Model\ Dec. 21 - -completely installed \ ■ •« - i $608.88 \ Tho Deal" heats 2500 sq. ft. \ reoister 700 CFM output Yfl burns 8 to 12 hours WOOD STOVE & CONSTRUCTION^ k COMPANY OF CULPEPER 1 105 E. Main St. 825-6967 ^ IN APPLE COUNTCY, WE'RE THE BIG APPLE IN BANKING * - mm

Relived ' ■ ■ v.>4 #\ Paul Taylor, a weekend resident of Rappahannock County and an administrative officer with the Department of Defense, presented a colorful program of slides and commentary on his “hobby” of re-enacting Chril War episodes, to the Rappahannock Historical Society, Sundaynight. Taylor’s “First NorthSouth Brigade,” comprising the 1st Virginia Regt and the 1st D. C. Regt. have staged “living history” performances over a wide area. from New' York to southern Virginia. Sometimes, other. “history, nuts,” as Taylor refers to them, add their talents, swelling the rolls to as many as 1,000 authentically uniformed and equipped Civil War soldiers and artisans. The Rappahannock Historical Society is considering sponsoring one of Taylor’s pageants in the county next Labor Day weekend. BARBARA ANN DUNPHY Miss Duriphy Will Marry Mr. and Mrs. Robert' Dunphy of , Amissville an* nounce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Barbara Ann to William W. Taylor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Taylor of Sperryville. The wedding will take place Ian. 12. REALTY WORLD* JtfAlTOR md HOME OWNERSHIP -A CASH RESOURCE Sometime in everyone’s lifetime, for luxury or necessity, there may be a requirement for a large amount of cash. Today’s homeowner is probably the best prepared individual to cope with this ‘‘need for money” problem. His equity in his home is a ready source of cash. Let’s assume he bought his house about ten yean ago for $20,000 and has now reduced his mortgage to $10,000. Since home values rise, his house is now worth $35,000 which gives him an equity of about $25,000. On a conventional mortgage basis, a bank may loan him 80 per cent of value, or $28,000. Thus, after m paying off his existing SlO.Ow loan, he would come out with $18,000 cash, or nearly what he paid for his home 10 years ago. I’m not suggesting that everyone run out and refinance their homes. I do point out, however, that another excellent reason for owning a home is the increasing equity produced through rising prices. IF there is anything we can do to help you in the field of real estate, please phone or drop in at EILEfcN TVl. DAY. REALTOR. Middle Street. Washington. Phone: 675-3400. We’re here to help. Qtiuw&iauo LEISURE FOOTGEAR Slippers with fashion flair, perfect fit and complete comfort* Choose now from our complete Daniel Green collection. 0Kie 2(io|3 South Gate Shopping Center Culpeper Visa MC Cl Free gift wrapping Opan § to 9 until Christmas Acres of parking space _T Bridge Club The Spcrryville Bridge Club held their annual Christmas party. December 7 at Cab-Inn with Mrs. R. E. Thotnpsen as hostess. Dinner and the exchange of gifts proceeded the game. ■ Those attending were Mrs. Charles K. Estes, Mrs. T. I. Pillar, Mrs. W. H. Lyne, Mrs. Charles H. Estes, Mrs. C. E. Johnson, Jr., Mrs. I. R. Kilby, Mrs. E. A. McNear, Mrs. Roy L, Reeve, Mrs. L. J. Kilby, Mrs. Huge Chrisman, Mrs. W. H. Cordle, Mrs. Brown Miller, Mrs. Dale Met2inger, . Mrs. Mary Quaintance, Mrs. Field Benton and Mrs. Carroll Quaintance. Prize winners were Mrs. Reeve, Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Charles H. Estes. ++++ We rarely find that people have good sense unless they 1 agree with us. —La Rochefoucauld —RapftahMnork Nnn Photo/Daphne HatHiiimnn THE SPIRIT OF GIVING—Girl*Scouts from Troop 380 made stuffed animals for the young patients at St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital who won’t be home for Christmas. Scouts who participated in the project were front row, (left to right I Elizabeth Jenkins, Elizabeth Scherchel, Tammy Williams, Talusha Adams, Denise Eidson, Heather Kilpatrick, Teresa DelGrosso, (rear! Linda Bruce, Beth Helms, Leslie Nichols, Anita DelGrosso, Nicole Frye, Stephanie Oliver and Chandra Eldred. Ag Districts Give Farmers The Future (Continued from Page 1) addition, the power of government to enforce nuisance ordinances, levy special assessments, use public funds for non-farming purposes and exercise eminent domain is restricted. Land-use planning decisions made by local government must also recognize ag districts and take into account the use of land within district boundaries, as well as the land of land lying next to every part of a district. Isle Of Wight District Isle of Wight, a rural county in southeast Virginia surrounded ' by rapidly developing urban areas, recently approved the state’s largest agricultural and forestal district, an 8,300 acre tract involving 45 landowners. Richard Turner, Isle of Wight supervisor and fanner who also owns and operates an equipment business, spoke on his county’s experience with ag districts at a conference held in Fredericksburg last week on preserving rural land uses. Isle of Wight’s recently revised land-use plan sets aside 70 percent of the county for agriculture in the face of a growth rate projected to be 52 per cent between 1970 and 1990. According to Turner, his county, located close to the urban centers of Newport News, Portsmouth add Norfolk, is a natural growth area for residential development. Speculators were “coming across the river to buy up the highly productive type land—open fields suitable for septic tanks—putting in a dirt road, developing at little cost and then leaving town,” Turner said. Proponents of growth argued that development brought more taxes into Isle of Wight. The supervisors, however, figured out the number of children in each new household and the cost of conveniences the new residents demanded, according to Turner. They found that residential growth generated “more taxes but also seven or eight times the debt for services,” he said. In response to the increasing expenses caused by residential development, the supervisors placed a moratorium on “five acre farmettes,” studied the county’s zoning laws and instituted changes fo make developers "bear the expenses of making a development into an asset instead of a liability,” said. ' •'■*.** Farmers Turn To AFD "Farmers were ignited by the condemnation of 70 acres—some of the best land in Isle of Wight County—for Nominations Sought Nominations are being accepted for the seventh national "Conservation Teacher-of-the Year” awards program according to Raymond R. Kite, Chairman of the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District. The competition is open to all full time teachers working at the kindergarten through high school level who have developed an outstanding program of environmental education. The National Conservation Teacher of the Year will recieve $1000 in cash and an expense paid trip to San Francisco, California for the 1961 annual convention of the National Association of Conservation Districts. The national second place winner receives a $500 cash award and the first place regional winner will be given $200. Cosponsored by NACD and the Allis Chalmers Corporation, the purpose of the awards program is to encourage the development of creative learning experiences in conservation for young people. "Any teacher in a public or private school in We Have The Area's Largest Selection Of SEIKO Mens & Ladies Watches 20' .. OFF on all cash purchases of SEIKO watches now thru Christmas «14K GOLD CHAINS & BRACLETS ^CULTURED PEARLS FREE ENGRAVING ON ALL PURCHASES THRU CHRISTMAS. . ; ■ . (Msximuin up to 10 lettenrt 1 ’ ‘ FREE GIFT WRAPPING I CHRISTMAS HOURS Mon.'Fri. 9*8 SHI. 9*5 V * y; Pi Culpeper's Oldest and Finest ■ SINCE 194$ Ftac Jewelry * Gift* frr Alt QccaatoM • Jiwairjr * Watch B*p»«r • Haa4 E»gravl*| Calfitpar, Vhrglata 22701 t*k»h.«« |70J|»25-W| | HR Mala vt >:v our conservation district who puts emphasis on environment^ conservation as a regular part of the instructional program is eligible for nomination”, said Chairman Kite. Interested teachers can obtain additional information and nomination forms from the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District at 604 South Main Street in Culpeper. The awards program also includes equivalent prizes for the conservation district judged nationally to have provided the most effective stimulus. a new high school,” he continued. “It’s a fine high school but it could have been placed somewhere else than on prime productive land.” Noting that the county had already adopted a use value taxation law. Turner reported that Isle of Wight’s 8,300 acre ag district was a direct result of the condemnation action. “Our farmers acted to protect themselves,” he continued. According to Turner, many Isle of Wight farm families have spent five generations or longer working their land. “They wanted to protect it for agriculture...(formation of an ag district) didn’t limit what they could do with the land in the future but it ensured the farmers they could continue normal farming operations and if that included putting manure on their fields, the farmers had the right to do it. It gave them the future.” Under an agriculture and forestal district, land is taxed fairly for its use. Turner said. He noted that roll-back taxes are applied for a six-year period ,on land withdrawn from a district. “If the land is , later, developed, the roll-back taxes will help the county absorb the burden of demand for increased services," he said. Turner said he supported ag districts as a means of combating the switch of productive farm land to nonagricultural uses. “It’s an irreversible trend. Once land goes out of production, it’s nearly impossible to get it back...AH of us are consumers. All of us like new food every year. We may settle for a used car or second-hand clothes but we want new food.” HOBBY HOUSE CRAFT SHOP )1 Commerce Ave.I Front Royal 635-7555 [Holiday Ideas-make yoorj [ornaments, wreaths, gifts.^ Open 11•5 Closed Thurs. GREAT' GIFT IDEAS Complete assortment of PEN & PENCIL SETS for Christmas Boxed Christmas Cards Calendars and Desk Calendars Roll and flat Christmas Wrap Ribbons, Stickers and Party Papers Globes Smith-Corona Enterprise Typewriter $259.95 CULPEPER BOOKSTORE N. MAIM ST. CULPEPER 825-4707 Virignia “isn’t the combelt with its giant agri-business enterprises,” continued. “But our production, when it's piled up. means a great deal,” he maintained. Ag districts are not a way for the farmer to get out of paying his fair share of taxes, according to the Isle of Wight supervisors. Instead, ‘‘the farmer’s trying to protect his own industry, his own way of life. Remember, when the food industry suffers, so do all of-us,” he warned. Turner maintained that use value taxation, “in its own little way,” improves the country’s overall economic situation by helping producers of agricultural products to stay in business. “Agricultural exports are the only thing that keep our trade balance close to even,” he maintained. Use value taxation also helps the local taxpayer by helping the farmer to keep his property “not for sale,” Turner said. “When the farmer’s land is not for sale, no developer can develop it,” he concluded. Amissville News Guests Monday of Miss Phoebe Green were Mrs. Hunter Bowman and Mrs. Frank Folks, both of Warrenton. Vincent Nicholson of McLean was a supper guest Thursday of Mrs. Sarah Latham and the Streagle family. Saturday Mrs. Elizabeth Streagle, Shannon and Marc were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Huff in Manassas. Virgil Corbin of Manassas visited his mother, Mrs. Rena Corbin, Tuesday evening. Mrs. Ruth Orange of Woodville was a recent caller of Mr. and Mrs. Roadcap Atkins, and Miss Margaret Atkins of Winchester spent the weekend with her parents. Sunday guests were Mr. and Mrs. Mike Atkins of Madison. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Burner and Mrs. James Sealock spent Wednesday in Charlottesville The WSCS of Amissville United Methodist Church held its Christmas luncheon Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Albert Doub. Special Service There will be a special service at the Beech Spring Regular Baptist Church. Sperryville, December 16 at 6:30 p.m. with the Rev. Jim Marrow of Berryville in charge. The public is invited to attend. Mrs. Russell Pullen spent the weekend with her sister, Mrs. Dorothy Rush, in Edinburg. Mrs. Ruby O’Meara of Falls Church visited Mr. and Mrs. Pullen Tuesday. Menu RCHS& RCES December 17-21 Monday Fish’n’batter, corn bread, baked potato, chopped greens, cookie, milk. Tuesday Chili with crackers, coleslaw, peaches, brownie, milk. Wednesday Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, hot roll, Jello, milk. Thursday Beef stew, crackers, whole tomatoes, mixed fruit, yellow cake. milk. Friday Hot dog on bun, French fries, baked beans, pumpkin pie, milk. WHORTON'S Stone Masonry Veneer, Rock Fences, Retaining Walls Field Stone. Building Stone. Flag Stone Call 937-4265 Shop Jack and Jill 11 for all Christmas needs for the small fry 20% OFF All Winter Coats and Jackets IACK & JILL V South Gate Culpeper THE QUALITY * FEED STORY QUALITY FEED PRODUCTION depends greatly on properly functioning and well maintained equipment. Maintaining the "million dollar” feed manufacturing plant is one of the responsibilities of EARL HELTZEL (right). Helping Earl perform some repairs the day this picture was made is millwright Jim Thomas (left), a private contractor. Earl has been an employee of the Cooperative for 17 years and contributes greatly to the Quality Feed Story. SAVE $1.00 Co-op 16P Mineral (Discount will apply to volume price also). Expiration Date: 12/22/79 (NOTE: Supplemen ts—Coupon Applicable to Direct to Farm only—No Mixing) COUPON MUST BE PRESENTED TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT CULPEPER FARMERS' COOPERATIVE, INC. Culpeper, VA 825*2200 Remington, VA 439-3254 Sp*rryvlll«,VA 967-8555 Warrantor), VA 347-7100

^ppahaitnock^euu? AiMMwd Every Thunday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL Publisher JOHN T. TOLER Ganaral Manager SARAH C. LATHAM Associate Publish* DAPHNE I. HUTCHINSON News Editor CATHERINE C. DYSON DMign Editor To Subscribe Writ* or Phono Washington, Va. 675-3349 BY MAIL $6.00* year in Rappahannock and adjoining counties; *7.50* year elsewhere in the United States BACK COPIES - On* month to 3 years, 75 cants aach; over 3 years, $3 each Offica: Rappahannock Mawm BMg.. WaaNngton. Va. 22747 Hours: BJOam to 6:30 pm. Mon.-M. PuUtshadby Wananton MnMng t Publishing Company. Inc. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13,1979 FROM BOTH BARRELS Vepco And Big, Bad Government By GEORGE BOWLES Arundel 'Newspapers Writer Officials of the Virginia Electric and Power Co. spend much of their time blaming the federal government and its regulations for their problems with nuclear power generation. But at the same time they are looking to indirect government subsidies as a means of keeping their rates high. In the process, they are mounting a campaign against a legislative proposal which would provide strong economic incentives for electrical power conservation. The proposal, called ‘‘Lifeline Rating,” was the subject of consideration last week by a Joint House-Senate Subcommittee studying its feasibility. Del. Robert C. Scott (D-Newport News), chairman of the panel, explained how the new rating system would work. “Lifeline rating is different from the structure we have now,” he said. “Our present structure is called the ‘declining block’ rate. Under this system, the first electricity purchased during a billing period is at the highest rate, and as you use more and more electricity the cost per kilowatt hour is reduced. This gives no incentive for those in the highest use brackets to conserve. “The lifeline rating system would change the system around,” he continued, “so that the first electricity purchased would be at the lowest cost, and as you use more and more electricity, the price would increase. This would encourage people to conserve, and by conserving they could make quite an impact on their bills. It would also enable those in lower income brackets to conserve on electricity and get a much lower bill.” The proposal drew quite a blast from Del. W. Ward Teel. R-Montgomery, and Vepco lobbyist E. R. Crump. “This country,” said Teel in a rather remarkable rebuttal, “did not get where it is today by conserving!” His comment was probably accurate, although not quite in the sense he intended. Asked what he meant, Teel explained. "Since the beginning by our founding fathers,” he said, “they went out and clawed out and did the things necessary, and conservation was not a part of their philosophy. Growth was their philosophy, and that is the way growth came about; by doing the things that had to be done when they had to be done.” So much for the conservative ethic. Crump attacked the lifeline concept by saying it would help those who did not need help, and as for the rest, the government could do a better job of providing them with any assistance they might need. “I'm sure you are familiar,” he said, “with people who have summer homes, beach cottages and that sort of thing. They don’t use hardly any electricity in the winter, except a minimum amount to keep the water pipes from freezing, so this proposal would just give them very cheap electricity, and we don’t think that’s fair. The benefit ought to be addressed to the people who need it, such as people on fixed income and low-income people. “We feel like the state has provided for that through Gov. Dalton’s assistance program, and also through the federal programs just passed by Congress,” he said. Thus, if we understand this position correctly, the utilities would prefer to keep a system which discourages conservation, benefits the highvolume users, and socks the less affluent low-volume users with electric bills at the topdollar rate. Further, they would like for the taxpayers to pick up the tab in those cases where low-income subscribers can't meet their payments. Hence, the indirect government subsidy mentioned above. Conversion to the lifeline rating system would be a dramatic departure from that presently used, and it is only one of several devices being considered by the State Corporation Commission to benefit the ratepayers. The SCC staff studies will not be completed until September, 1980, and no action will be possible before the 1981 General Assembly. Although the Subcommittee took no action, it is expected to adopt a resolution strongly urgining the SCC to consider favorably the lifeline concept. As Scott correctly pointed out to Teel and Crump, lifeline rating and necessary government assistance are not mutually exclusive. Indeed, both may be needed if utility rates and inflation continue to soar while fixed incomes remain fixed and the purchasing power of the dollar continues to dwindle. Nevertheless, the utilities and their allies in the General Assembly can be expected to wage a continuing battle for higher rates and a lower participating role by government in utility operations. Except, of course, that role in which the government pays the bill for some of their hard-pressed subscribers. Weaver Uses Traditional Loom By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock Vw» Staff W riter Stephen Shaffer is the newest member of Rappahannock’s community of artisans and craftspeople. A weaver by trade, he moved here from the Cumberland, Maryland countryside with his family about three weeks ago. “I’ve been knowing about Rappahannock for three years. But you know the situation with housing here,” said Shaffer. "It’s just taken me a long time to find a place to call home.” Home is now a house on a mountain top near Slate Mills. According to Shaffer, the road's terrible but the family only has to leave once a week on a trip to town for groceries and laundry. Shaffer fills his hours with work at the loom. Using all handspum, natural yarn with no tints or dyes, he creates —Rappahannock Nrwt Photo/Daphne Hutchinson TRADITIONAL WEAVER—Stephen Shaffer works his backstrap loom in much the same way as primitive man has done for thousands of years. shawls, scarves and shoulder bags in warm browns, tans and beiges—colors straight off the sheep. Shaffer stumbled on his trade by happenstance. Previously he ran his own travelling merchant business, visiting spots all over the world in search of marketable imports. In handling a wide array of goods, he discovered he had a feeling for textiles. “So I decided to start making them,” he explained. “I learned how to weave in Zapatec village in Mexico in the old traditional style,” Shaffer continued. “I’ve been pulled toward primitive society all my life so I started with a simple loom—a backstrap loom. One end is tied to a tree and the other end is hooked'to a strap behind my back. It’s all hand-manipulated, no pedals.” It also takes time. After weaving for a year, Shaffer can complete a neck scarf in a day. "It’s about five days for a shawl from start to finish—that’s complete to being washed and having the fringe macramed.” He plans to eventually master the art of spinning and then will need only the sheep to supply the raw materials. In the meantime, however, Shaffer uses wool he brought back with him from Mexico. This Saturday, December 15, Shaffer will demonstrate his weaving skills at a special showing between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. at Natures Foods, next to the welfare office in Washington. Also on display ] for sale will be finished items—scarves, shawls and bags—and natural yarn wool, j Our Rappahannock Heritage \ Letters To The Editor I Say Thanks To the editor: The “night crew” of the Sperryville Rescue Squad consists of Cecil Baldwin, Julian Brown, Donald Gore and Steve Leake. I wonder if the folks in this community realize how fortunate we are to have this great team “working” (strictly volunteers”) for us. They are all well-trained, efficient and caring. On more than one occasion, this past year I have interrupted their nights rest because I needed help. They always responded promptly and cheerfully. Frop*, the bottom of my heart; I sa^ “thanks to you all, for a job well done”. FRANCES TABLER Frances Tabler Surprised To the editor: I would like for you to know how much I have enjoyed your recent articles on the small shops and businesses located in Rappahannock. I was truly surprised to learn how many, ^nd how varied, places there are to browse and shop. I intend to visit as many as possible in the next week or so. My husband and I were reared in Rappahannock and even though we moved away in I960, it will always be "HOME”. I would like to suggest that these articles, with possibly a map showing locations, be placed in a directory type booklet and be made available to the public. I know I would use and enjoy having one as I know the articles, which I am saving, will disappear one day as all the other things I have kept have done. ESTHER S. JENKINS (Mrs. W. C. Jenkins! Lu ray Opinions Expressed To the Editor: As a student at Rappahannock County High, I feel that 1 have a right to express my opinions about decisions which will affect my future. If I end up failing out of college because the school I graduate from didn’t prepare me well enough, I feel I will be justified in laying quite a bit of the blame at the feet of the school board and the supervisors. The students at R. C. H. S. have always been concerned about the school. We are the ones who have to represent it in a proper manner. A manner the school board feels is proper. Why can’t the school represent us in a manner we, the students feel is proper? Sure, we know that our county is small and we can’t have everything every other school has, but why can’t we at least have some of the things they do? Why do we have to be the kids that get the “bare minimum”? It’s not what you call inspiring! If we want something we have to either get it ourselves or make do with something that falls very short of being what we need. Example—The almost finished track sitting behind the school that the P.A.L., concerned citizens and students built. Last year when there was an issure about adding on to and improving the school, board members and supervisors came by the school for a “visit” and yes, they did look at the school but they didn't ask us any questions. When we tried to attend a supervisors meeting they made it near impossible for us to attend. Many of us went anyway, and witnessed an incredible meeting. In this meeting that was so important to us, we listened to them tell us that our school needed more discipline not improving! One VIP (?) noted that when he “visited” the school he saw several students wearing hats. Besides being completely irrelevant to the issue, it was an absurd statement! Is wearing a hat a sin, against the law, or is it hurting someone? I came away from that meeting feeling I was about six inches tall and had just been spanked and told that children should not be seen or heard. The mobile units we were allowed were completed in September, meanwhile, those classes were crammed in whatever space could be found. I’ve been late for classes because the lunch line was so long I only had a few minutes to eat. In the past few weeks, approximately five to ten of us have had to carry our trays down the hall to the “Music Room" (called this because of the piano and guitars contained in it) to eat because there’s no room to sit in the cafeteria. The above problems are only a few that students in my classes have been talking about. We’ve raised many questions which we cannot answer ourselves. I feel it would be nice if several board members would come into one of my classes and have a nice little chat with us—not to us but with us. Maybe we could get some answers and they could get an idea of how we feel about the school and some of the issues surrounding it. If any school board member would like to do this, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me. I can be reached at RCHS any time between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thank you. COURTNEY L. JONES Is Grateful To the editor: Sometimes I forget in my determination to obtain good education for my handicapped son to stop and thank the people who are helping me along the way, especially those who work in the public school system. I appreciate and am grateful for the fine job these people have done in providing a better education for my son and the concern they have shown whether it be for his safety, education, or health. I apologize for letting such a debt of gratitude go unspoken for so long. Thank you... DEBRA JO COMBS Washington Send Cards To Hostages A drive to let the American "hostages in Iran know they’ve not been forgotten at Christmas is underway. Radio stations across the country have picked up on an idea reportedly originated by a Chicago disc jockey and are urging their listeners to send Christmas cards to the captive Americans. Standard-sized cards, measuring three and a half inches by five inches, can be sent airmail to Iran for 31 cents. The address is Hostages, U. S. Embassy, Box 50, 260 Taleghani Avenue, Tehran, Iran. There is no guarantee that the terrorists holding the captive will allow the cards to be delivered. Thousands and thousands of mail bags will demonstrate national concern, however, regarding the state of the hostages. Amissville Ruritans Take An Accounting What are the assets that have enhanced Rappahannock in 1979? What has 'made the community more satisfying, a more gracious place in which to live? Consider that four-year-old ► lad enthusiastically helping his daddy pick up apples so that sales and money can be realized to cover the $250 Ruritan gift made to the Little League baseball teams. Or the teen-age' young lady, under her mother’s instruction, mastering the art of quantity cooking and the niceties of serving the club which provided one of her peers with a $100 scholarship for further education. Include the old guy with arthritic knees or whose hardening arteries cause him to wince as he stands, painting a second hand hospital bed, in concern for one less fortunate who can ill afford either a new or rented bed. Good business accounting would place such items in the debit column but to a community minded club they are pluses, identified as Ruritan profits. In fact, in the widsom of William Shakespeare, “The quality of mercy is not .train'd...It is twice blessed, t blesseth him that gives and ' lim that takes.” So that four-year-old who pent a day in the country earning an easy lesson in work habits, might very well in the future have the fun of playing on a Midget team or even pitch for the Peewees. Certainly both he and his dad have begun the father-son relationship so essential in today’s society. Character is not equated in terms of cash. Even so, it is hoped the $80 awarded two high school undergraduates for articles on “Why TeenAge Discipline is Helpful” may stimulate their objective thinking. A more mature expression of character is witnessed in the hours spent in sawing wood for one physically unable. And the many chauffeured trips to the hospital so that the one helped could visit a loved one. Inventory is a basic need in any business, so from a whole coterie of aids to the ailing come loans of crutches, walkers and kindred paraphernalia. And that wheelchair so necessary for a seriously impaired citizen, now permits him to exercise his interest in the Fire Department. While the $150 spent for the Bridgewater College stage band appeared as an out of pockei loss, it was an exciting back drop for a Rappahannock amateur talent show. And any expense was counterbalanced by . the delight and fun of an appreciative audience. ‘V In Ruritan National, the parent organization, all aims and projects are promoted within a “Christian relationship”. Thus, recognition of like minded groups is understood. A S25 gift was made to FISH, the charitable organization unit in Washington, Va. Modest donations were made to assist three daily Vacation Bible Schools during the summer. Further support was shown by club attendance at revival services in three local churches. The Christmas baskets distributed to a dozen families were also the joint effort of the club in cooperation with a local church. As the books of the Amissville Ruritan Club are balanced and closed, all undertakings were profitable. The club’s capital investment of 36 members is secure. Gains were tallied in all columns. There were no' losses. Personal sacrifice was a profit of personal satisfaction. Deeds of kinds were dividends of achievement. And the thanks and appreciation received was a bonus to be reinvested in another Ruritan year ahead. “Give and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together...For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.”—Luke 6:38 —H. R. TERHUNE Christmas Market Set Makings for an old fashioned country Christmas will be on sale at the Culpeper Fanners Christmas Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday December 15 at the Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises, Route 29 South. Door prizes will be given away every hour on the half hour beginning at 9:30 a.m. and will include specialties of the participating farmers. . Items for sale include Christmas greens and berries, gingerbread boys and other home baked sugarplums,, handmade toys, crocheted. and pieced coverlets, craft items, apples, cabbage, cress, white and sweet potatoes, ..eggs, honey and canned end preserved vegetables and fruits including corn, apple chutney, hot pepper jelly and' watermelon and cucumber pickles. V - Individuals and-or groups ■ .'interested in selling fanft produced products, craft items, Christmas trees, .or. Yule log* may reserve space by telephonipg Market» , Master Lillard Settle at 8253625 Or the secretarytreasurer, Mrs. Claire ssam»'trt7MJU/»**«**■ Kramer * In Catalogue Washington furniture I maker Peter Kramer is the 'only artisan from the {Piedmont Virginia area included in "A Catalogue of the South,” published by Southern Living magazine. Describing Kramer’s furniture as “something special,” the article notes that the “distressing” on each pieces is done creatively, keeping in mind the actual marks the piece of furniture would have acquired through use. The article quotes Kramer explaining his interest in reproducing furniture reminiscent of colonial America: “Since I was quite young, I have gone to restorations and museums and studied pieces of furniture I would loved to have owned. However, I could neither find them in antique shops nor afford them if I. did. That’s what got me started designing and making (this furniture).” The works displayed and sold from Kramer’s Washington showroom “look old but are my designs just as I would have made them had I lived 200 years ago,” Kramer is quoted saying in the Southern Living catalogue. Power Project Loans Loans of up to $50,000 to study the feasibility of developing small hydroelectric power projects and preparing applications for necessary licensing and approvals now are available through the U. S. Department of Energy. The purpose of the Department’s Small Hydroelectric Loan Program is to put more hydroelectric power on line to reduce the nation’s dependence on fossil fuels and other nonrenewable energy sources. At the same time, it will increase reliance on water, a nonpolluting and virtually inexhaustible energy source. Statistics compiled by the U. S. Corps of Engineers indicate that almost 5,000 existing dams in the country may have potential for hydroelectric development. ~ Small scale hydroelectric power projects in the U. S. once supplied almost one third of the nation’s electrical energy. Large dams and thermal power plans phased out most of these projects but energy shortages and environmental questions have rejuvenated interest in traditional approaches to electric power generation. Europeans and the Japanese have used small scale hydroelectric projects for many years. The DOE program will make loans available to qualified applicants in two categories: —Loans for up to 90 percent of the cost of a study to determine the feasibility of undertaking a small hydroelectric project at an existing dam; —Loans for up to 90 percent of the cost of licensing or getting necessary approval for those applicants whose proposals are supported by favorable feasibility studies. Regulations limits the loans to a $50,000 maximum. They must have a reasonable < probability of being repaid. However, loans may be forgiven if a project is determined not to be feasible or if hydroelectric construction cannot be initiated. Eligible dams are those which were completed by April 20, 1977, and are not being used to generate electric power. Potential power output must be above 100 kilowatts and below 15,000 kilowatts to be considered for a loan. Any U.' S. citizen or organization may qualify for a loan under the small hydro program. Only agencies of the Federal government are excluded. DOE will assess the technical and economic, feasibility of each proposal. - For farther information, contact Clarence Council, U. S. Department of Energy, 1075 South Yukon Street. Lakewood, Co. 80226, telephone (303) 234-2472.

INews From Around Sperryville ; By MRS. B. M. VARNER Mr. and Mrs. Carson Johnson and C. B. were hosts to a pre-Christmas dinner Sunday for the Johnson family. Mr. and Mrs. Prank Coffey and Daniel and Mrs. F. D. Coffey Jr. recently visited in Tyro. Mr. and Mrs. _ Andrew Reams, Brad and Morgan of Winchester were Satnrday gusts of Mrs. T. M. Johnston. Mrs. Frances Tabler returned to her home from Culpeper Memorial Hospital Sunday. : -Mr. _ and Mr*. Jack Wayland were weekend guest* of Mr. and Mrs..» Jimmy Wayland and Becky in Portsmouth and visited other members of the family. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Brown, Sheri, Rob and Mark attended the Group A State championship football game Saturday at the University of Virignia when teams playing were Pany McCluer High School of Buena Vista and William and Lee High of Montross. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson LERNER’S READY FOR YOUR 4 CHRISTMAS SHOPPING C Open Nights Until 8:00 P.M. ^ | From Friday 14th thru Saturday 22nd Open Christmas Eve. Until 5:30 c LERNER’S DEPT. STORE Downtown Culpeper l*?T 3f' '_iM SHOULDNT YOU Take a look at your present fire insurance coverage and re-evaluate your needs? If you have added personal property and if your values have increased due to inflation, you may need a new appraisal. Please contact our representative, Carson B. Johnson at 987-8720, and he will call on you. RAPPAHANNOCK HOME MUTUAL RRE INSURANCE COMPANY Washington, Virginia Holiday Sale Our Gift to you [ Save Up To $40 Off On Burris Rediners Selection Of Bedroom Suits 20% to 40% Off Adult Size Beanbags $19.95 Selection of Living Room 20% to 35% Off Selection of Rockers and Chairs 20% Off Gun Cabinets 2 to Sell 20% Off WOOD STOVES & CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF CULPEPER 105 E. Davis St. 825-6967 They Are Here! ALADDIN LAMPS Table or hanging models, Brass or Pewter, Electric and Oil Electric or Oil, Accessories, too. WHILE YOU ARE HERE YOU CAN SEE OUR Sto ves Home made quilts Stove Boards Antiques ORDERS TAKEN FOR BRASS BEOS Nethers were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lillard at Colonial Beach. Elder and Mrs. Elmer Skeen of Palmyra were Saturday overnight guests of Mrs. Ethel Tyner and Miss Nellie Atkins. Elder and Mrs. Holly Redmond of Hopewell were callers Sunday. Dr. and Mrs. Larry Kushner of Gaithersburg, Md. were weekend guests of Mrs. Catherine Brown. Capt. and Mrs. Roger Foxhall of Germany were visitors Firday afternoon of Mrs. Virginia Lewis. Mrs. Mary Quaintance and Mrs. Brown Miller attended funeral services Wednesday for Mrs. Anna Keyser, Woolfolk in Louisa and were luncheon guests of Mrs. W. W. Sanford in Orange. Mrs. Sally Palmer of Smith field was a guest from Saturday to Monday of Mr. and Mrs. Fred W. Schaefer and they spent Sunday at Tyson’s Comer. Mrs. C. E. Burke, Mrs. Frank Edmonds of Front Royal and Mrs. D. M. Sullivan of Martinsburg, W. Va. were guests Thursday of their sister, Mrs. George W. Hawkins. Mrs. Mary Quaintance and Mrs. Brown Miller were luncheon and bridge guests Monday of Mrs. George Davis in Washington. News From Flint Hill Dinner guests Saturday of Mr. and Mrs. Doug Bywaters and family were the Rev. and Mrs. Jerry Campbell, Pete and Paul of Berryville. Mrs. Christine Vest spent Friday afternoon with her sister, Mrs. Helen Wright, in Woodstock. Weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Curtis were Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Curtis of Columbia, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Paul L. Miller Jr. spent the weekend in Odenton, Md, Houseguests of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard Friday and Saturday were Maize Montgomery of Manassas and Ellis Goud of Arlington. Calling Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Ned Pierpoint and son of Alexandria and Monday visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Grant Patton and Helen of Stephens City. Visiting Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Smoot Saturday were Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Smoot, Dasha and Scott of Front Royal and Mr. and Mrs. William Smoot and Lisa of Culpeper. Miss Doris Ann Atkins of Arlington was a weekend guest of her mother, Mrs. Nelson Atkins. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moorefield were weekend guests of their daugher, Joan Welch and family in Fairfax. Joining them were Mn. Dan Moorefield, Leah, Emily, Jennifer and Joshua of Wooster, Ohio and Mrs. Thomas E. Saddick of Laurel, Md. While there they visited Mr. Saddick in Providence Hospital, Washington, D. C. Dinner guests Sunday evening of Mrs. Mary Blaisdell were John W. Blaisdell of Berryville and Lisa Blaisdell of Front Royal. Weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Welch were Mr. and Mrs. Roger Welch, Ryan and Courtney, of Richmond. On Saturday Mrs. James Fincham, Mrs. Owen Sealock, Mrs. Roger Welch and children accompanied by Mrs. W. R. Welch were visitors of Mr. and Mrs. James Garwood in Manassas. Jennifer Torneden was honored with a birthday party Sunday given by her parents and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Torneden and Dr. and Mrs. Robert Rodgers with approximately 20 attending. Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Atkins were Mrs. E. M. Beverage, Tammy and Kim, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Gatterbuck and Greg, all of Front Royal and Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Noakes and Amy. Weekend guests News From The Washington Area Mr. and Mrs. Allen Goodwin of Front Royal were Tuesday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Price at High Meadow. Dinner guests Sunday of Col. and Mrs. Robert Ingle and Chris were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Heberle and Katie of Front Royal. Weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Weakley were Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Butler of Woodbridge and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Shortsleeves of Alexandria. Mr. and Mrs. Robert O. Bridges attended the Nationwide Insurance District Christmas dinner and party Fridhy evening at Marco Polo Restaurant in Vienna. Tommy Forward of Kensington," Mdl wits a weekend guest of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Forward. Saturday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Burke were Mr. and Mrs. Jennings Burke, Lynn and Jennifer of Alexandria. Miss Norma Williams of Chester Gap, Mrs. Reid Payne, Ms. Sheila Estes and Teresa Knight were Sunday visitors of Ms. Gloria Fritts and Joshua in Front Royal. Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. W. M. Fletcher were Mr. and Mrs. Harold Faulkner of Orange. Tuesday visitors were Mr. and Mrs. William Swift of Arlington and Mrs. Virginia Ash of McLean. Monday callers of Mrs. Bertie Lib Moffett were Mrs. Brown Miller and Mrs. Mary Quaintance, both of Sperryville. Calling Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. James Massie and Mrs. W. G. Eastham Sr., all of Amissville, Mrs. Henry Miller of Luray and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Massie and Tom Jr. Saturday dinner guests of mrs. Gabe Burke were Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Burke of Manassas. Sunday visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Alther and family of Sperryville. Mrs. A. B. Honts of Front Royal and Mrs. Nick Penaranda of Fairfax accompanied by J. Stant Weaver were Tuesday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank By NANCY SECRIST VP I Extension Agrnt The children will have several days home from school before Christmas arrives. To keep them busy and happy requires imagination and patience. First, follow your regular schedule as much as possible—good meals and a regular bedtime. Next, plan your activities so too much doesn't happen in one day. Third, allow them to help in the preparation for Christmas—even the tiniest can help decorate cookies. Homemade play dough is easy to make, a sure treat for all children and a nice gift to give. Play Dough Carolyn Manwaring Woodville 2 cups flour 1 cup salt Vi cup cornstarch 1 stablespoon salad oil 1 tablespoon alum 2 cups water Mix all ingredients except .i - ’ Service Center • V.W. Vehicle Specialist {• Repairs on Most Foreign ana American Cars 30 Ashby sC Wsrtsnton, Vs. 347-3785 ‘ water. Gradually add water to other ingredients. Cook over low heat until thick—color and knead when cool. Gingerbread cookies are fun for children if they don’t become frustrated from handling sticky dough that won’t do what they want it to. Carolyn Manwaring says this is not a sticky dough and is good for children to work with. Gingerbread Cookies 1 cup molasses 1 cup shortening 1 cup sugar » egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 teaspoons soda Vi cup hot water 6 cups flour 1 teaspoon salt Vt teaspoon ginger J V* teaspoon cloves 1 teaspoon cinnamon Simmer molasses and shortening together for 15 min. Cream sugar, egg and vanilla. Dissolve soda in hot water and add to sugar and egg. Add all of this to molasses and shortening. Sift together dry ingredients and add to other mixture, stir until flour is well mixed. Roll thin and cut with cookie cutter. Bake 10 min. at 375 degrees. Duncan in Boston, where they celebrated Mr. Weaver’s birthday. Mrs. Penaranda was a Tuesday overnight guest of her father. VisitingWednesday were Freddy Butler and Mrs. George Butler of Boston. Houseguests Friday and Saturday were John Weaver of Washington, D. C. and Patty Penaranda of Fairfax. Mike Hicks of Culpeper was a Saturday caller. Miss Lois Yates of Newport News was a Friday evening dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Norman and Leslie. Michael Bosma of Culpeper was a Saturday luncheon guest. The Flint Hill Rescue Squad transported Collis Dodson from his home in Flint Hill November 16 to Warren Memorial, November 19 Miss Addie Boyd was taken to Warren Memorial, November 22 they responded to an accident on Rt. 659 but services were not needed, November 25, Thomas Allen Shaw was taken from Flint Hill to Fauquier Hospital, November 27, Mrs. Mary Brady was taken to Warren Memorial. On December 1 this unit responded to the residence of Gilbert Cameron, whb was DOA, and on December 2 Pete Doe was involved in an accident on Rt. 628 and 606, however, patient refused service. James j B. Foster was taken from his home in Flint Hill on December 7 to Warren Memorial. The Flint Fire Dept, answered a call to the residence of Rosie Smoot for a chimney fire December 2. Church Notices Candlelight services will be held at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Sperryville, Christmas Eve, December 24 at 7 p.m. The Sunday School of Reynolds Memorial will have their Christmas program, Monday evening, December 17 at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Rescue Calls Rappahannock/ Tack Shop Flint Hill 675-3670 Presemis Gift Ideas For Christmas 'Wide Selection Of Assorted Gifts were Michael Tharpe and Larry Cross, both of Front Royal. Calling on Mrs. Ethel Pullen Sunday were Mrs. Debbie Wimmer, Karen Corder, Lisa and Brad Alther, all of Front Royal. Dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. George Grimsley were Mr. and Mrs. Walter Grimsley and son of Castleton and Mr. and Mrs. Ashby Grimsley and family of Huntly. Woodville News By JUNE CLARK Rappahannock News Correspondent Dr. and Mrs. John O’Bannon, of Richmond announce the birth of a son, Andrew Hill, born December 7 at the Medical College of Virginia. Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Woodward, Tabby Sue, John Jr. and Jeffery of Castleton were Saturday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Brew Burke. Their Sunday guests were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bayne, Ricky, Missy and Michelle of Culpeper. B. L. Price of Vienna was a Sunday morning visitor of Raymond Johnson. Dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Clark and Misty Hitt were Mr. and Mrs. Collier Fox of Luray and Kristie Johnson. Tuesday afternoon callers of the Clarks were Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Johnson and Ruth Rowles. Mrs. Chester Wayland was a Wednesday overnight guest of her brother-in-law and sister. Mr. and Mrs. John Creel in Culpeper. Mrs. Ann Yates of Washington, D. C. was a Friday visitor of Mrs. H. B. Winfrey and Mrs. Dillard Glenn. Mr. and Mrs. K. P. Grigsby entertained at dinner Weddnesday evening in honor of their daughter, Sandra, who was home from the Navy after eight weeks of basic training at the Orlando Naval Base, Orlando, Fla. Guests included, Mr. and Mrs. Willie McFarland, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Broyles and family, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Grigsby and son, all of Sperryville, Mr. and Mrs. James McFarland and sons, Eugene McFarland, Sandra Hudson and John Lee Jr., all of Washington and Mrs. and Mrs. W. M. Tharpe and family of Castleton. Miss Grigsby left Thursday evening for Chanute Air Force Base in Champain, 111. for twenty-two weeks of training in weather forecasting. PARK THEATRE 117 E MAIN 6TS-?777 LAST NIGHT 7:30 'More American Graffiti" (PG) VMARTS rRIDAlM Fri. ft Sat., 7:20 & 9:00 Sat./Sun. Mat. 2:00 Sun.-Thurs. Eve. 7:30 BEK DOUGLAS AMHUEGEI The Fastest Fun g‘ In The p y West! > the 'Villain^ Miss Sallie Lillard was hostess for a Christinas party Friday evening at the Flint Hill fire hall. Those attenting were Mrs. Estelle Leake, Noel King and Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Ledford, all of Luray; Mrs. Geneva Cub$age of Stanley; Mrs. Bessie Hill of Florida; Rose Smith of Warrenton; Pearl Hammon of Strasburg; Mrs. Carolyn Kinsey and Keith, Bill Harris, Louise Totton, Bessie McDonald, Arthur Steel, Lou Fortune, Nicky Furr, Louise Rodgers, Anna Halsie Butler and Maty Jane Catlett, all of Front Royal, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Welch and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huff, Connie and Frankie. Culpeper Art Co. 204 N. Main St. Culpeper, Va. Quality Antiques Custom Framing Flavor—Fragrance from THE HERB GARDEN Soup Posy Mixed-herb Vinegar Potpourri - Sachets Moth Repellants At Home Friday, Saturday and Monday December 14. 15 and 17 or by api>ointment Mrs. W. R. Williamson OAK FOREST GARDEN Woodville, Va. 987-8347 CHRISTMAS TREES CUT YOUR OWN Dec. 14 thru Dec. 23 rer In Beautiful Rappahannock Countv off ' VA-231 5 miles from Sperryville T miles from Madison , Only $2 a Foot » ; HAWTHORN FARM Milt, Va. 987-8252 I'Aiofold . 2*Uyv iMinwf We can save your skin! We've got the one and only Duofold 2-Layer Underwear, the hunter's friend! It keeps you warm, dry, comfortable like nothing else when it's cold, chilly, damp. Proved by this year's Mt. Everest expedition plus two others. Worn by hunters, pro football players. Two thin layers protect you. Next to your skin is no-itch cotton. It absorbs perspiration, passes it through an insulating air space to the outside layer of wool/cotton/nylon, where it evaporates away from your skin. Machine wash and dry. For warm, dry, comfortable hunting, get Duofold! Sizes: BILL'S SPORTING GOODS 210 East Main Street Front Royal, Va. TRUCK LOAD N EW TOOL AUCTION Firehouse Sperryville Vol. Fire Dept. 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Schneider Memorial services for Mrs. Lenora K. Schneider, 84, of Washington will be held Saturday, December 15,1979 at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton. Mrs. Schneider died Thursday, December 6, 1979 at the Oak Springs Nursing Home in Warrenton. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Betty Schultz of Washington and a son, Dudley Schneider of Lomita, Calif.; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be sent to the Washington Vol. Fire Dept fntia/ firibu/fi CLORE FUNERAL HOME "The Home of Thoughtful Service " PHONE 825-2361 CULPEPER CEMETERY MEMORIALS NOTICE Rappahannock National Bank Washington, Va. will close at 12 noon on Monday, Dec. 24. re-opening the 26th and on Monday, Dec. 31. re-opening Jan. 2 DISCOUNTS TO ALL Glamour Tops for Kitchen Cabinets 25% Davis Roof Paints 20% Window Units and Door Units 15% Floor Coverings - special orders 10% Custom Paints 10% Cash Purchases - No Deliveries Use Our Catalogue Services 102 S. East St. Culpeper 825-1755 Certified Virginia Inspection Station 24-Hour Wrecker Service Gas-Oil-Groceries-Tires-Batteries I _ n f Had you thought about A good formerly owned car as a Christmas Gift for the lady of the house? Do you need a second family vehicle? Check our excellent selection of many makes and models', cars and trucks. BUY—SELL—TRADE GOOD—DEPENDABLE—REASONABLE FLINT HILL GARAGE Flint Hill, Va. 675-3252 Used Dealer No. 3824 ©bituariefi Woolfolk Graveside services for Mrs. Ann Keyser Woolfolk, 71, of Louisa were held December 5 in Louisa Christian Church Cemetery conducted by the Rev. E. Ben Barbour. Mrs. Woolfolk died December 2, 1979 in the University of Virginia Hospital, Charlottesville. She was the widow of Robert Kent Woolfolk. She is survived by two daughters, Lucy Woolfolk Marshall of Petersburg and Alice Woolfolk Dooley of Lynchburg; five grandchildren; two sisters, Flora Keyser Jones of Flint Hill and Beulah K. Stembers of New York, and a brother, Aubrey H. Keyser of Washington. Mrs. Woolfolk was a native of Rappahannock County, born April S, 1908, a daughter of the late Hubert Forest Keyser and Lula Wood Keyser. , Mrs. Woolfolk graduated from Harrisonburg State Teachers’ College (now James Madison University) and in the early 1930’s was a Home Demonstration Agent in Louisa and later a Home Economist for Virginia Public Service. She served on the Louisa County Welfare Board and later became the owner and operator of Woolfolk & Co., local garment manufacturing plant which she operated from 1961 until 1966. The firm was founded in 1927 and owned by her late husband, R. K. Woolfolk, the late W. M. Perkins and Harry J. Woolfolk. Corbin Services for William Ashby Corbin, 55, of Remington were conducted Tuesday at Culpeper National Cemetery. Mr. Corbin died Friday, December 7, 1979 at his residence. Son of the late Albert Garke Corbin and the late Betty Jane Jenkins Corbin, he was a native of Rappahannock County. He was head custodian for Barcroft School in Arlington County, and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He is survived by four brothers. Ora Corbin of Manassas, Raymond Corbin of Lake Jackson, Jack Corbin of Winchester and Edward Marshall Corbin of Amissville; and five sisters, Mrs. Dora Carter of Culpeper, Mrs. Lotis Weakley of Amissville, Mrs. Tissie Hawkins, Mrs. Mattie Whorton and Mrs. Josephine Whorton, all of Castleton. Turner Samuel E. Turner, formerly of Huntly, died Monday, December 3, 1979 in Harrisburg, Pa. A funeral service was conducted Saturday at the Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill by the Rev. John R. Pendleton. Burial was in the Odd Fellows Cemetery in Flint Hill. SPECIAL AUCTION Thursday, December 13 at 7p.m. at JENKINS AUCTION HOUSE in WASHINGTON Many new items, cut crystal, new fabrics, new bed spreads, blankets, watches, toys, some furniture, tllassware. Santa Claus will be here December 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 Free Candy and Oranges for the children 3 Door Prize: A Country Ham J Jenkins Auction House is open daily and is featuring Christmas specials such as wash bowl and pitcher sets, wash stands, marble top tables, dinette sets, sofa and chairs, glassware of all kinds, coffee and end tables, round oak tables, oak hall trees, refrigerators and stoves, all of which would make nice gifts. Gift wrapping available • Delivery service provided We buy, tell or trade—spot cash paid for merchandise. —ss. " 'LL Jenkins Graveside services for Mrs. Alice Sarah Jenkins, 77, of Sperryville were conducted Tuesday at the Sperryville Cemetery by the Rev. Ronald Wiley and the Rev. Marvin Cook. Mrs. Jenkins died Saturday, December 8, 1979 at Mt. View Nursing Home, Aroda, after a long illness. She was a lifelong resident of Rappahannock County, the daughter of the late Lindsey Powell and Carrie Jenkins, and was the wife of the late Thomas E. Jenkins. Survivors include a son, Marshall H. Jenkins of Culpeper; two daughters, Mrs. Luther S. Jenkins of Sperryville and Mrs. Earl B. Jenkins of Remington; five 1 grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Ethel Jenkins of Manassas, and a brother, Simon Jenkins of Fairfax. Dodson Mrs. Gertie Frazier Dodson, 100, of The Plains, died Wednesday, December 5, 1979 at her home in Marshall. A funeral service was conducted Saturday from Belvoir Assembly of God Church at Marshall, with the Rev. Allen Riggleman. Burial was in Marshall Cemetery. Mrs. Dodson was born June 27, 1879 in Rap-' pahannock County, daughter of the late Lewis and Isabell Fletcher Frazier. She was a member of Belvoir Assembly of God Church. She was the! wife of the late Hugh M. Dodson. She is survived by 13 grandchildren, 23 greatgrandchildren and six greatgreat-grandchildren. Pierce A funeral service for Jack Marshall Pierce of Nashville, Tenn. was held December 5 at the Geest Funeral Home Chapel in Culpeper. The,Rev. Ray Crockett conducted the service. Interment was in Culpeper Masonic Cemetery. Mr. Pierce, 59, died December 1 in Little Rock, Ark. as a result of injuries sustained in a fall. He was a construction manager for 3M Advertising Co. He was a native of Rixeyville, the son of the late Albert Walter Pierce and Mary Ferguson Pierce, and a graduate of Benjamin Franklin University in Washington, D.C. He was a veteran of World War II, a member of the Amissville United Methodist Church, Almas Temple in Washington, D.C., the Scottish Rite Masonic Lodge, the Elks and the American Legion. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Mallie Baldwin Pierce; two sisters, Mrs. Anne McWhirt of Falls Church and Mrs. Mary Patenotte of Miami Beach, Fla. '3SS ass?* <S55» ,*0* L k. '•? _ 1 MR* Last of M*nh*R I *i u -1 By MRS. MARIE ATKINS Wflirt—nrfc Hwi CarrftfUMwiwt Mr. and Mrs. Russell Racer and family of Washington were Wednesday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Leake and Sunday guests included Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kiblinger. and Mike of Stanley and Lillie Corbin of Sperryville. Miss Toni DeGattio and Paul Fincham, both of Culpeper, were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. John Lamb, Steve and Wayne. Mrs. Mary Ellis, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Jenkins and Mrs. Virginia Hoffman spent Thursday in Manassas visiting Mrs. Bessie Jenkins and Mrs. Evie Jenkins. Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ashby Thornhill, Mary and Linda. were Mr. and Mrs. Pete Boyd of Madison and Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Carpenter, Holly? and Ashby of Brightwood. Sunday guests of the Rev. W. B. Dennis were Mr. and Mrs. Warren Dennis of Amissville and Richard Dennis of Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Frazier were Tuesday callers of Miss Brenda Frazier and her mother in Culpeper. Wed* nesday supper guests of the F. R. Fraziers were Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville. Mrs. Cary Thornhill, Mrs. George Butler and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan visited Harold Geest at Madison Nursing Home Monday as they were enroute to Charlottesville. Mrs. Lucy Thornhill is visiting her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Thornhill and family in Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier RCHS Honor Roll Rappahannock County High School honor roll for the second six weeks includes. Grade 12—Samantha Murray, Denise Tuthill, Lisa Holland, Linda Thornhill, Jeanie Dwyer, Connie Wharton, Tammy Settle, Tony Armentrout, Bernard Mills, Debbie Seal, Virginia Ellis, David Atkins, Gary Leake, Billy Anderson, Brian Fitzek, Marion Eastham, Denise Wingfield, Wanda Ubben and Tanya Brown. Grade 11—Ronda Wiley, Jennifer Raney, Dora Lee Chadwell, Paula Butler, Lou Ellen Thornhill, Tammy Atkins, Donna Gore, Kathy Romine, Elvis, Dodson, Judith Bloomer, Rhonda Foster, Janet Alther, Jona McKay! Kathleen Pederson, Sharon Settle, Janet Frazier, Sursum Corda Holiday Program The children at Sursum Corda will present their annual Christmas Program on Monday, December 17, at 7:30 p.m., at the school. Each child will make a presentation about something they have learned in their classes during the school year. The children will entertain the audience with their songs, poems, finger-plays, readings and make-believe stories. This will be followed by the childrens’ recitation of “The Night Before Christmas” and the singing of Christmas carols. The public is cordially invited to attend. Refreshments will be served. Belinda Burke, and Connie Eline. Grade 10—Billy Menefee, Trby Robinson, Lisa Poe, Mark Hudson, Sharon Scott, Wayne Atkins, Earl Jewel, Keith Settle, Perry Williams, Robin Cooper, Allison Best, Kelly Gilkey, Shelia Scott, Lavonne Adkins, Richie Burke, Beverly Settle, and Margie Menefee. Grade 9—Cynthia Bywaters, Janine Bloomer, Michelle Jenkins, Fran Jenkins, Joan Facchina, Sheri Brown, Lynn Jones, Tom Eastham, Chuck Stephenson, Terri Tylek, Janet Jenkins, Mike Leake, Kristi Foster, Cathy Atkins, Amanda Magee, Kristie Johnson, Patricia Scott, Wendy Helmer, Wendy Helmer, Wendy Grigsby, Shannon Streagle, and Ginger Eidson. Grade 8—Cheryl Atchison, Brian Barnes, Dawn Watson, Angela Butler, Peggy Stephenson, Gwen Jordan, Ken Estes, Craig Kenyon, Chris Caperton, Sandra Atkins, Tammy JollifFee, Ann Tupper, Mike DelGrosso, Debbie Helmer and Kristi Clarke. Christmas Party The annual Flint Hill community Christmas party and covered dish dinner will be held Sunday, December 16, at 5:30 at the fire hall^ The event is sponsored by the Flint Hill Ladies’ Auxiliary. H—I—I—IEducation is the best provision for old age. Aristotle ++++ Some icebergs are so huge they travel 2,000 miles or more before they melt away. Jr., Michele and Michael were Saturday supper guests .of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Meade in Culpeper and luncheon guests Sunday of . Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins in' Sperryville. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hawkins and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan entertained for luncheon Tuesday, Mrs. A. B. Honts of Front Royal, J. Stant Weaver of Washington, Mr. and Mrs. George Butler and Mr. and ;Mrs. Cary Thornhill in observance of Mr. Weaver’s ; birthday. ! Mr. and Mrs. Billy Meredith of Reva Park were ; Sunday guests of Mr. and :Mrs. Billy Fincham and family. The Finchams were evening callers of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Fincham in Woodville. New Office Opening Larry G. Genebach, a licensed Polygraph Examiner, a member of the American Polygraph Association and the Virginia Polygraph Association, announces the opening of an office at 34 East Jackson Street, Front Royal, Virginia to serve Rappahannock, Warren, Shenandoah, Clark and Frederick Counties. P. O. Box 157, Front Royal Phone:636-9293 TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE Consisting of a tract or parcel of land withr buildings and improvements thereon, situated in Piedmont Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, on MONDAY, DECEMBER 17,1979 at 9:30 A.M. (EST) AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THECOURT HOUSE WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA Pursuant to the provisions of a deed of trust executed by Claude Bright and Margaret J. Bright, to James W. Fletcher, Trustee, said deed of trust being dated April 12. 1979. and recorded April 13, 1979, in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, in Deed Book 131. at page 362, to secure the payment of a debt therein described, default having been made in said deed of trust by virtue of a violation of the conditions imposed therein authorizing the holder of the note to declare the entire indebtedness due and payable, the undersigned, James W. Fletcher, Trustee, having been requested to act by the holder of the said obligation, will offer for sale at public auction, to the highest bidder or bidders, at the front door of the Court House in Washington, Virginia, on Monday. December 17, 1979, at 9:30 A.M. (EST)all that certain tract or parcel of land, with all buildings and improvements thereon and appurtenances thereunto belonging, situate, lying and being in the town of Sperryville, Piedmont Magisterial District, Rappahannock County. Virginia, described as follows: “All that certain lot or parcel of land known as the James A. Estes Johnson Property (which is bounded on the South by the highway leading from Sperryville to Culpeper, on the East by the lands of Zula H. Sealock. on the North by the land of William H. Johnson, (now J. H. Daily), and on the West by the lane leading from said public highway to the property of Luther Brown and others.' ’ The real estate herein described is the same which was conveyed to Claude Bright, by deed dated January 27,1965 and recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, in Deed Book 83, at page 25. TERMS OF SALE: CASH JAMES W. FLETCHER, TRUSTEE For information contact: James W. Fletcher Sperryville, Virginia 987-8511 John IV. Jenkins, Auctioneer We Don’t Own the Land... we only borrow it from our children. iSn What we do with the land today, our children will live with tomorrow. To forget this is to deny the future. Here in the Northern Piedmont of Virginia, in the 1960's alone, our nine counties lost over 2,250 farms. Today, this trend continues. We are not alone in this, but somehow, here in the Piedmont, there seems to be more to lose. Centuries of careful stewardship have produced a uniquely beautiful land that could be destroyed in one short generation. We have to accommodate the demands of the future but we must also protect what we have inherited from the past. This a large challenge, and there is only one way to meet it: for citizens to demand the wise use of our land. Then we—and our children—will have a Piedmont to be proud of. Open Spci^ The Piedmont Environmental Council is a private, non-profit organization serving the Northern Virginia Piedmont counties of Albemarle, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Greene, Loudoun, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock. PEC s central goal is clear: to work for the best interests of all Piedmont citizens in the use of our land. This means accommodating growth when it .is desirable, but making sure it is in the right place, at the right time, and of the right type. It means conserving the natural beauty and rural way of life that make our land a special place. And most importantly, it means giving Piedmont citizens a real voice in the future of their land. MAKE YOUR VOICE COUNT By Joining PEC Piedmont Environrtiental Council Our Work Will Be Only As Effective As Our Membership ^ Is Strong _Please send more information about PEC _Please enroll me as a member of PEC in the following category: _•10 Subscribing _$25 Contributing __$50 Supporting (AH contributions are tax deductible) Mail to: Piedmont Environmental Council 28-C Main Street War ran ton, Virginia 22186 Warm.: ~ V ■ : . Address __u.__ ‘ 1 ! ’ STATE

nearly everyone in Rappahannock County with your Classified Ad. Jbst call or stop by our office before Noon on Tuesday. RATES: $2.40 for the first 20 words, 10 cents for each adcfitional word. Box number, $1.00 additional. ' MISC. FOR SALE mmmmrnm...—.. Wheathersfield Farm has top horse and cattle hay from Virginia and Pennsylvania at reasonable prices. Call John 'Mears. 937-5454. 8tf GLASS DOOR Fireplace screen, brass finished, insulated, saves energy, fits 3339" wide, 28-32" high, used one season, Cost-$140; sell for $65,675-3491. 13d13 ^WO 16" BIKES, With training wheels, excellent condition, $25. each. Call 9878063. 13d13 For Sale: Clean, bright, wheat straw; also, hay. Thomas B. Massie, Washington, 675-3524. , - _13d20 GERMANtfA FABRIC SHOP South Gite, Culpeper—Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. through December 22. Everything needed for any sewing project. 13d20 For Sale: 10 week old pigs, Hampshire-Yorkshire cross, call after 6 p.m. 937-5482. 1 13d20 SCANNERS—CB'S. A small down payment and regular payments will hold the scanner or CB of your choice until Christmas. Bearcat III L-H scanners $99.95; crystals with scanners $3 each. Bearcat scanners 210, 211, 220 and 250. Thinscan and 8-track in stock. 40-channel base CB's $89; choice of Royce, Shakespeare and Realistic. Quantities limited. Daniel Home Center, Culpeper, Va. 825-5608. A Radio Shack dealer. 13d20 CAN'T FIND that Scanner crystal? We can help you! State police, county, town, rescue, fire, new low band department crystals in stock for Orange, Madison and Culpeper. $4 each. Daniel Home Center, Culpeper, Va. 825-5608. A Radio Shack dealer. 13d20 POINSETTIAS—Order a beautiful plant thru December 15 from The Country Store, 675-3788; after hours call 6753485. Large-8 inch $10.00. Smatl-6 inch. $4.50. _13S13 The "under $5.00 gift", can still be found at Royal Oak Bookshop. Over Vi our stock of toys, gifts, calendars, posters, and books is priced under $5.00. Shop for any age - from baby's cloth books to "What do you want to be when you grow old". Free gift wrapping. Open every night until 9t00. Royal Oak Bookshop 207 S,FdY0> Aye* front Royar 63570>0. * A HOLIDAY SHOWING featuring most unique gift and decorator items from travelling merchant and local weaver, Stephen Shaffer, Saturday, December 15 at Nature's Foods, Main Street, Washington. _-__13+pd Scrap lumber, excellent for firewood and kindling, UHaul, 635-7510. ,13 + CHRISTMAS TREES, choose and cut. Route 211,1 mile west of Amissville, South on 611, 300 yds. Scotch and white pine. 13+pd PIGS for sale, 8 to 9 weeks old, $20 and $25 each, 987-8192. 13+ PROCTOR BIGGS 500 E. Main St. Front Royal, Va. 635-2218 WHY PAY MORE QUALITY FOR LESS Sunflower Seed PurniaWMBird Water Softner Salt Granulated salt Granulated salt Proctors Sweet Horse Feed Mixed Hog feed Corn Ground Cob Corn 15% laying Mash Flour 14.90 per 50 lbs. 800 per 50 lbs. 4.25 per 80 bs. 1.95 per 25 lbs. 4.25 per 80 lbs. 925 per 100 bs. 750 per 100 lbs. 655 per 100 lbs. 6.70 per 100 bs. 950 per 100 lbs. Corn MealHay - Straw - Dog Food /~,,B.<:■.... MISC. WANTED WANTED: Manure suitable for garden. Will pick up and haul. Call 635-8636. 14+ Old stone chimney to demolish for building stone. 635-8636. _•_14+ BUYING SILVER COINS Dated 1964 and before. Paying 8 to 10 times face value for U S. 10*. 2S*. 50* and Silver Dollars; more for scarce dates, better conditions. Any quantity acceptable. Also purchasing gold pieces and all foreign coins. Call anytime for appointment. ^GARY OLSEN » 501S- Royal Ave. Homestead Properties Front Royal, Va. 703-635-7157 Call To Place 675-3349 Your Ad i •„ . x v r.ti PROFESSIONAL refinishing for your precious antiques" and quality furniture. Handrubbed finishes. Pick up and delivery. Insurance estimates on damaged goods. Lew. 6357810, Front Royal. _tf REMODELING, restorations, all phases of carpentry. Call F. W. Hutchinson, 937-5579. . 5tfpd THURMON WHORT0N, Flint Hill—Plumbing, Heating, Electrical work. 24 hour emergency service 675-3607. __5tf WILLIAM E. SISK: Electrical Contractor. New homes, additions, wiring of all kinds, no job too small. Call 987-8772. Sperryville, Va. ._ 5tf al's plumbing 8. HEATING, quality workmanship, 1 year warranty on new installation. Custom, Remodeling, Repair. Call 9878780. Stf 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 LOCAL ARTIST skilled in hand-lettering and painting of distinctive signs, mailboxes, vehicles. COUNTRY CUPBOARDS, Washington, Virginia, phone 675-3294. _25Atf EXPERIENCED teenaged babysitters, available weeknights and weekends, must provide transportation. Call joe, Jon or Jim, 937-5579 after 3:30 on weekdays, anytime weekends. _ 6d27pd We Can Supply All Your BUILDING NEEDS Culpeper Building & Supply Corp. Phone 825-8383 Culpeper chlro - cblmlrjejr i IF YOUR CHIMNEY] ISN’T CLEAN ' IT ISN’T SAFE! • No Mess • Fully Insured RAPPAHANNOCK'S RESIDENT SWEEP We are proud to list among our many satisfied clients: THE WHITE HOUSE and CAMP DAVID Jim Northup (703) 635-7510 ir " artificial l • : BREEDING i .J ARTIFICIAL BREEDING. ALL BREEDS: will go anywhere. James C. "Doc" Johnson. 825-5148. __ 5tf FARM AND HORSE SERVICES i Bushhogging $12 an hour; Wood for sale, some seasoned, all hardwood. 825 0473 or 9878429 after 7 p.m. 9d20 ( tOST ANO FOUND mmmmmmmmmmmmm.. 1 LOST: Black Labrador, wearing brown collar and county tag, last seen December 9, Flint Hill area, REWARD for information, 675-3693. _ 17+ LOST DOG, Golden RetrieverEnglish Setter mixed, reddish color with white blaze on head, leather collar, answers to Nick, Reward, 937-5279. 17tf COSMETIC SALES. Part and full time positions. Excellent income potential. Interviews Monday, Dec. 19. Call Betty, 301-627-5129 collect for appointment. _ 20+ HOUSEKEEPER waffiftd. Mature lady. Cooking and assisting elderly lady. Live In, on farm, with private apartment. House management. Reply to Box T, care Rappahannock News. •__15d20 Earn $200 per week in your own home, part-time business, no experience necessary. Call 703-825-0228, extension 20t. _____ 20 tf SECRETARY-TYPIST, experienced only; diverse, duties, must be Ceta eligible. Plediqont Environmental Council. EOE. 347-2334. 't 15+ We wish to express our deepest appreciation to our many friends for their thoughtfulness and kindness shown us in our recent bereavement. The family of the late Lester L. Yates 21+Pd We wish to express our appreciation for the phone calls, cards and food and other acts of kindness during our • recent loss. The family of the late Mrs. Perle Coffey 21 + pd The family of Gilbert Cameron wishes to express its sincere thanks and appreciation to the Rev. Jennings Hobson, neighbors, friends and relatives for their many kind expressions of sympathy, food, flowers and other gifts during our recent bereavement. ■ _21+pd ■ rentals-OFFICES OFFICE FOR RENl 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. 24tf For Rent—Office space in Clopton House. Private bath & carpeting. $75.00 per month. Call 675-3400. 23d20 SHOP OR STORE with 2 bedroom apartment in The Plains. Reasonable rent in exchange for repairs. Must rent entire building to 1 tenant. Call 347-3711. _33tfpd RENTALS - HOUSES NETHERS—My lovely 200 year old, six-room mountain home is available for yearround rental. Surrounded by 20 acres, an apple orchard, within walking distance to Shenandoah National > Park. $200 per month. (703 ) 987-8436 or (202) 332-2013. 24+ C LEGAL NOTICES Board of Zoning Appeals Rappahannock County, Virginia NOTICE David M. Flach of 8707 E. Quarry Rd., Manassas, Va. 22116 has applied for a Variance in accordance with Article 16, Section 2-2 (1) of the Zoning Ordinance of Rappahannock County, Virginia. The above named applicant desires to obtain a variance from the provisions of Article 9, Section 7 of the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance, 1973, so that he can rennovate and-or enlarge an existing dwelling and install a septic system servicing said existing dwelling on his property, located in StonewallHawthorne Magisterial District. A hearing has been scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on December 20, 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, BZA 29dl3 Please don’t bum up my home. Sincerely, ) Horses M Traders’Corner —Appears each week in the following papers ’Loudoun Times-Mirror > Leesburg, Va. (703)777-1110 Fauquier Democrat Warrenton, Va. (703)347-4222 Rappahannock News Washington, Va. (703)675-3349 j APPALOSA PONY GELDING, 2 years, loves people, perfect for your childs Chrsitmas, $450 or offer. Must sell, (703) 9878961 after 5. Dec. 6 & 13 BUY THIS SUPER PONY for your child for Christmas. Bay mare, 13.2 hands, well trained. Has been shown and hunted. $550. Call 703-327-6397, after 6 p.m. (17) CHRISTMAS PONY - Bay mare, 13.2 hands, well trained. Has been shown and hunted. Call 703-327-6397 after 6 p.m. $550. (12-13-2t-17) REGISTERED - Thoroughbred filly, bay. 15.1 3/4 hands, Vh years, big boned, excellent mover. Green broke and very quiet. $2500. 703560-3792.(17) "HORSE FOR MOTHER" - reliable, quiet, handsome, bay Arabian gelding, good home only. 703-822-5633 evenings. (17) BAY MARE - Registered Welsh diagonal quarterhorse. 13.3 hands, 6 years, pasture bred to registered Welsh stallion. $750. 703-662-4565. (17) FOR SALE, Reg. Quarter horse. Goes English or Western, 10 year old gelding. Many winnings. 15.2 Sorrel, perfect youth horse, $850, (703) 825-4474. Dec. 13 REGISTERED APPALOOSA GELDING, 10 years, gentle with children, great conformation. Would make excellent trail horse. 703-7547592. ‘ d13pd REGISTERED THOROUGHBRED FILLY BAY, 15.1 y‘ hands, 2 Vi years old, big boned, excellent mover, green, broke and very quiet, $2500,1 (703) 560-3792. Dec. 13 C€vergree«i Arabians PUREBREDS FOR SALE 703 - 327 4437 Route One Box 314 Leesburg. Virginia 22075 TRAILER, 1967, good flooring, mats, carpeted, padded. Good condition. Must see to appreciate. 788-9885. Dec. 13 HORSE VAN - perfect for fox hunting or local shows, new tires, recent tuneup, runs excellent. $4,000. 703-347-7706. (17) IMIBMTRAILER ajmmam VAN REPAIRS •WELDING ‘BODYWORK «MAT3 •HITCHES ‘WIRING ‘BRAKES Fast-Reasonable 111 pick up in Warrenlon DO YOU... •Train Horses? •Board Horses? •Shoe Horses? •Transport Horses? •Buy Horses? •Sell Horses? •Consign Horses? •Teach Riding?. ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES in the lUSI ft TACK Turns' turn EMPLOYMENT HORSE MAN OR WOMAN WANTED for small breeding farm near Unison. Must have extensive experience with horses including young stock. References required. 703-554-8319.(17) HORSEMAN - single person or couple to work in small private hunter-steeplechase stablp near Middleburg, Va. General stable duties (mucking, grooming, tack cleaning, braiding, exercising, and van driving) required. Fox hunting with a top pack, charming cottage and good salary. Call 703-364-1139 after 6:00 p.m. (17) MISC. WANTED WANTED TO BUY: Horse and potty under $300. Vienna, Va. 703-9382538.(17) BOARDING it TRAINING 1 HORSES BOARDED. $70 per month, box stalls, ring, trails, Warrenton area, 788-4036 Eves. Dec. 6 & 13 BOARDING - Ring, trails, box stalls, family atmosphere. $50 plus feed. 703-687-5778. (12-6-2M7) BOARDING, field apd stall. **a|2?> riding'' ' instruction 1 available. 994-2348 evenings 12/ft&20 Top class boarding in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mts. Horses bought, sold, and schooled. Ryan’s Stable The Plains, VA 347-3127 svsssssss&^sasssssi BOARDING Pasture - Summer; Hay - Winter. Stalls, shelter. On Historic Landmark 700-acre Estate near .Mjddleburg. $40 per month. Year* round. Also, grain feeding. 703-687-6035 or 687-3201 &S33SSSS&&S3SS3S&& STUD SERVICES . MISC. NEED A CHRISTMAS PRESENT that will last? Lease a horse for that lucky gentleman, lady or child. Instruction available. 594-2346 evenings. 12/13 & 20 NOW ON SALE • 1st edition of THE VIRGINIA HUNT COUNTRY MAP. Map includes the 11 Hunt Boun-. dries which are verified by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America. Printed on ivory color paper in 3 colors, measuring 18" x 22'/2". 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 cents for postage and handling. Loudoun TimesMirror, P.0. Box 359, Leesburg, Va. 22075. Tel. (703) 777-1111. (17) Bring In Vow Sdxor*. Cippor Blodn. KiDvm. and Saw* SHARPENED Better Then New HORSE COUNTRY SADOkERY By Pa**. Warranton (TO) 347-3141 EQUINE, JUMPS -CWtton [^■ZaZZZwZ^^ OultTSIGNS PAINTED VINCENT WILLEMS OELAPk>MC,VA. J4VIMI FARM GATES Made to Order, Any Site Oak Lumber H. G. ROSE Delaplane. Va. 364-l.S 74 kiuril/ddiktis^ii 1 Bams- Homes Additions StaMaa • Jumps • Repairs DUmiU 364 1420 Call After 6 P.M. K&W FENCING CO. Marshall, Virginia Fencing installed - Material supplied We can still meet your fencing needs this winter or schedule you for early Spring! Call 703-364-1394 or 703-6875615 CONFORMATION-ATHLETIC ABILITY-DISPOSITION BEATLE CODY 1976-1977 1978 VQHA ftys. Ch. 1975 Stallion Sire of 7th of 37 Weanling Fillv 1979 VQHA Futurity. Sire: Beatle Ujck Dfm: Green Fern x Joe Cody FEE $300. ($50. BOOKING) 1980 BOOKINGS NOW BEING ACCEPTED QUARTER HORSES UNLIMITED (7 miles southeast of Warrentonl 703-788-4594 12/6 & 13 Morton buildings Nations Largest farm builder HORSE BARNS*RIDING ARENAS FARM BLPG. Box 2004,133 W. Davis Street Culpeper, Virginia Office (703) 825*3633 11/29 TF every other week GEORGE WHITE SUPPLY, INC. Specializing in Complete Line of Fencing Repairs or Now Installation WIRE BOARD-RAIL Complete Farm Renovation "Lot us maka your forma thorn piaca." Ito 262, Virginia 22117 703-687-6371 17 INCH PASSIER - dressage, barely broken in. 703-777-6669. (17) ENGLISH SADDLE FOR small pony, $60. 703-430-9565. (17) CUT-BACK SADDLE for sale. Bona Allen. Very good condition. $165. 788-9885. Dec 13 FARRIERS -. i HORSESHOEING and hoof trimming. Recently settled into Warrenton area. 25 years experience. Call evenings or early morning. John Stafford, (703) 347 3284. 12/13 & 12/20 HORSESHOEING BILL DAVIS INSTRUCTION RIDING LESSONS Main tree -Indoor Lighted RingPrivate and Group Beginners to Advanced Child or Adult TRAIL RIDES 777-3012 777-3279 1 STUD SERVICES . .i LORD HARRY L, SP by Sir Ivor from sister to Giboulee by Nearctic. Size, bone, disposition. Now booking for 1980. 1703)937-4192. Dec 13 2? HAY FOR SALE ALFALFA AND TIMOTHY Orchard grass and Clover, Orchard grass, pure alfalfa. Highest quality from Virginia and Pennsylvannia. Our prices are very reasonable for this hard to find high quality hay. Contact Sam Case, 703-3384441. TWIN OAKS FARM PURCELLVILLE VA 22H2 HAY FOR SALE Weathersfield Farm has top quality horse and cattle hay from Virginia and Pennsylvania at reasonable prices All types of Hay Alfalfa-Timothy Orchard Grass-Straw Pick up in barn or delivered. Any size order 10 Bales to 10 Tons Hay is absolutely GUARANTEED to be top quality. Call John Mears (703) 937-5454 _ BARN CONSTRUCTION BARN CONSTRUCTION V ^^M/illiams 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 •BUILDERS* •COMPLETE HORSE FACILITIES •POLE BARNS *MACHINERY SHEDS ALL TYPES OF FARM BUILDINGS “QUALITY WORK A T REA SON A BL E PRICES " 703-554-8458 Round HiH, Va, TACK A EQUIPMENT TACK & EQUIPMENT * BIG CHRISTMAS SALE * Discount on all Saddlery, Tack, and Horse Care Products Plus Special Discounts on: Heavy Stable Blankets Reg. $21 OO NOW $16.75 Pony Saddle Outfit Reg. $92.50 NOW $74.00 includes saddle, bridle, martingale, and blanket. New Blue Ribbon Prize Saddle 15%” or 17V4" Reg $445.00 SALE $356.00 Sale Ends Dec. 24th Lucky D Saddlery (Located in Ye Ole General Store) Rt. 211 Amiss ville Open 9-6 Daily 2-6 Sunday

Save F armlands (Continued from Page 1) it is state policy to use zoning to preserve agricultural and forestry lands. —Orders to the appropriate state agency to complete an inventory of productive agricultural land, documenting the reasons for land resource shifts and projecting future relationships beteen agricultural production and consumer needs. —The development by VPI of a method by which localities can assess the direct and indirect value of its agricultural industry to the local or regional economy. —Continued monitoring by the Virginia Department of Agriculture to determine the effectiveness of use value assessment and the Agricultural and Forestal Districts Act, —Added financial and technical assistance in rural planning from the state and help for local governments in obtaining federal funds for farmland preservation planning. Costs Outstrip Income In his opening remarks. Farmer cited figures that show gross farm production costs will increase by 14 percent in 1979 while gross farm income increases by only 11 percent. Farmer said 1979 net farm income is expected to be about $320 million for the state or slightly over $5,400 per farm. Farmer estimated that Virginia’s 59,000 farms produce enough food to supply about 50 per cent of the state’s demand for food and to export many commodities to the rest of the world. ‘‘Based on projected population for the year 2000 and using present production technologies, Virginia will need an additional 1.5 million acres of land in farming just to maintain this 50 per cent supply-demand relationship," said Farmer. Farmer and other land use experts at the two-day conference sponsored by VPI’s extension division jointly with the Tayloe Murphy Institute, Piedmont Environmental Council and Water Resources Council, cited farmland preservation programs in Michigan and Wisconsin as models Virginia may choose to follow. Both state programs, he said, are having promising results. According to Farmer, Michigan currently has more than 1.100,000 acres enrolled through state contracts in its voluntary preservation program. The landowner is eligible to claim a credit against his state income tax for the amount that property tax on farmland exceeds seven per cent of his household income, thus spreading preservation costs through the entire state, not just the locality. An incentive was added to the Michigan program permitting the heirs of farmland to continue the farming contract with the state, in return for an automatic exemption from the first 50 per cent of the state’s inheritance tax and deferment of the second half for 10 years. Farming contracts in Michigan must be for a minimum of 10 years. Farmer noted, however, that the average contract period is actually 20 years. Roll-back taxes on property taken out of the program are collected at six percent compounded interest for a 20-year period and earmarked by the state for purchase of land development rights. Under the Wisconsin Farmland Preservation Act. modeled after the Michigan program, any farmer in the state can qualify for tax credits by voluhtarily signing a contract to keep the land in farming. Farmers can also qualify for tax credits without a contract if local government zones the land for exclusive agricultural use. According to Fanner, the Wisconsin program is now providing tax credits to more than 9,400 farmland owners, covering almost two million acres. “These state programs incorporate many of the principles that would be desirable in a Virginia program,” Farmer said. “Planning remains with local governments, the farm contracts are entirely voluntary, the incentives are attractive enough to the farming community to result in substantial participation and the deferred taxes, where development does occur, are paid to the state and channeled into additional farmland preservation efforts.” Should legislation to allow local option pilot programs win approval in the 1980 General Assembly, efforts similar to the approach tried in Michigan and Wisconsin could be tried in Virginia’s counties. —Rappahannock News Photo/Daphne Hutchinson THE CHRISTMAS TREE CORNER in Country Manor Gift Shop. Co-op Rezoninar Approved (Continued from Page 1) to an application last year from Dorothy Davis to rezone three acres just outside the town of Washington from agriculture to commercial. He maintained that the coop’s request, if approved, will also set a precedent for future land use while taking any options for control away from county government. Kramer described approval of the commercial rezoning as "really harmful” and maintained it could have a "mushrooming effect" by putting tremendous pressure on adjoining property. He called the 9.66 acre tract covered in the application “a massive piece of land.” “How big is the lot at the Culpeper store?” asked Dick Latham, referring to the farmer cooperative’s main office. “About 25 acres,” Gore answered. Zoning On Land If the sale of the tract doesn’t go through and Snead retains title, will the commercial rezoning still be valid? asked Kramer. Luke indicated that the rezoning only applies if the co-op purchases the land. “The co-op is the applicant (for the rezoning), not Snead,” he explained. “You’re not rezoning the individual. You’re rezoning the land,” corrected commonwealth attorney George Davis. “For the Culpeper Farm €€ & Restaurant Sperryville, Va. Will Adopt It’s Winter Schedule I Beginning December 3 Open: Wed , Thurs. & Sun 11:30 a m.-7:30p.m. Fri.. & Sat 11 am.-8:30p.m. -Closed Monday & Tuesday REAL ESTATE Sperryville—Stone house on 1 acre, 8 rooms, baths, fireplace, large garden, fruit trees. $55,000. Owner financed. Amissville—Crest Hill Woods - 10 acre tract, wooded, good fishing and hunting, the perfect place for that vacation or permanent home. $23,000. 10 acres - Rt. 645 frontage, $27,500. 2-5 plus acre tracts, good views, state road frontage, $18,000 up. For information on these or other properties CALL: W. A. Miller, Realtor Washington, Va. 22747 675-3521 or Carson Johnson 987-8720 er’s Cooperative, not Judge Snead,” Luke added. ‘‘That’s not what he’s saying,” said Kramer, in reference to Davis’ statement. “Zoning goes with the land for the applicant," Luke repeated. "1 hear what you’re saying. I want to hear that from George,” countered Kramer. “I’m not going to say, one way or the other...You’re asking a legal question that could have several applications. I'm not going to give an off-the-cuff answer,” David responded. "What would your off-thecuff best guess be?” asked Luke. “That you rezone the land, not the applicant,” answered Davis. "Do you all have a rural binding contract?” asked Luke, turning to Fletcher. “The only contingency to let the co-op out would be if it wasn’t rezoned B-2,” the attorney answered. If the land is rezoned, he said, the co-op must buy and Snead must sell. Fletcher added that Snead and the co-op had both a "gentleman’s agreement” and a written agreement to this effect. The supervisors then voted unanimously to rezone the 9.66 acres from agriculture to commercial. —Ra|>|)ahanni>ik New* I’hnli./Daphne Hi.lchinaon DECK THE HALLS—Wreaths and preenery are W°in« up on doors all over Rappahannock as the county stets into the holiday spirit. Ches Chrisman has her House of Dried Flowers decorated with yuletide arrangements to suit every decor. ENERGY. We can't afford to waste it. Property Hasting Would you pay $82,900 for a dream of a house on 5 lovely acres if it had 2 fireplaces, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully equipped eat-in kitchen and laundryr dining room, family room, living room, elegant lower level all purpose room tastefully carpeted thru-out?? If seeing is believing, see immediately. EILEEN M. DAY, REALTOR CLOPTON HOUSE WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA 22747 675-3400 Candy Coombs r'^woJTd Kerry Smithgail Associate Broker Associate Broker 675*3405 Beverly Atkins 937*5573 Realtor Associate !' Robin O. Day 675-3883 Mitzie Young Realtor Associate Realtor Associate <$75*3857__937*5196 Church Notice The United Methodist Church of Sperryville will present a pageant entitled “I Believe” on Sunday, December 16, at 7 p.m. The public is invited. Pruning Demo All Fruit Growers of Rappahannock, County are invited to an Apple Pruning Demonstration on December 19th at 1:00 p.m., held at Tholand's Piedmont Farm on Route 231 about 5 miles South of Sperryville. The demonstration is sponsored by the Rappahannock Extension Office and will be conducted by George Williams, Extension Specialist of VPI, E. L. Phillips, Extension Horticulturist of Shenandoah Valley Research Station and Dr. Calbin Lyons of the Winchester Fruit Research Station.For more information call Rappahannock Extension Dffice, 675-3619. Child Hurt William Wallace Knight of Washington, a seven-year-old child, sustained head injuries when he fell from a moving pickup truck on Route 211 near Washington on December 6, according to Trooper R. A. Baines. The child was riding in the truck, a 1974 Chevrolet, which was operated by Coy D. Watson. also of Washington. Knight was taken to Warren Memorial Hospital by Washington Rescue Squad. General District Court Cases Stanley R. Abshire, W. Va..-, speedin9 72/55, $34 fine $18 costs. , William R. Cary, Alexandria, speeding 67/56, $24’fine $18 costs. Joe C. Craighead, Thaxton, no inspection, $10 fine $18 costs. Maurice C. Ernet, Annandale, IREALESTAT 'gl’RANSEERSl, James Oscar Sisk and wife to Lytleton W. Wood, 18.3712 acres, Hawthorne District. $35,000. Roy Dean Irvine and wife to Huey L. Atkins and wife, 3.1628 acres, Piedmont District. $71,000. Gracie Poe Bohm and husband to Harvey W. Poe and wife, 25.0381 acres and right of way, Jackson District. $5,000. Reba P. Edwards to Franklin R. Schmidt, 2 acres more or less, Stonewall District. $20,000. Thomas Y. Canby and wife to Thomas Y. Canby, 85.87 acres save and except 34.35 acres, Hampton District. $38,250. Alice M. Atkins Mullican to James-Oscar Sisk, 0.369 acres. Piedmont District. $18,000. William C. Printz and wife to John K. Dixon and wife, 30.075 acres, Jackson District. $52,632.65. Louise P. Boardman and husband to J. Michael Spory and wife, lots 13 and 14 block 2 section D plat 4 Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Wakefield District. $26,000. Lawrence J. Quinn and wife to J. Michael Spory and wife, lot 11 block 2 section D plat 4 Blue Ridge Mountain Estates. Wakefield District. $875. Eileen H. Leak to J. Michael Spory and wife, lot 12 block 2 section D plat 4 Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Wakefield District. $750. H. R. Williams to Anthony Stanley Garofano, 14.2628 acres and 72.7349 acres, Wakefield District. $215,000. Edmund A. Offner, Sr. and wife to Roy Dyerly Pike and wife, tract 1—3.44 acres; tract 2—11 acres more or less, Piedmont District. $78,000. Edward G. Burke and wife to Edward G. Burke and wife with right of survivorship, “Barksdale school lot”, Wakefield District. Commonwealth of Virginia to Rappahannock Trading Company, Inc., 0.447 acres more or less. Piedmont District. $1,565. Homer E. Henry and wife to David R. Carlson and wife, tract 4—33.7448 acres, Stonewall District. $46,000. Kenneth Bywaters and wife to Franklin E. Fishback and others, 1.2938 acres, Jackson District. $52,000. John Alexander and others, Tr., to Bank of Virginia, lot 1—2.01 acres, Piedmont District. $62,500. Max Cleland, Veterans Administration to Charles M. Fishbein and wife, 3.5685 acres, Jackson District. $46,900. Offerings By Lyne The Swiss Chalet —Located on 211, about 2 miles west of Sperryville, large display room, butler's pantry, kitchen, ladies and men's on first floor; 5 rooms and bath on second floor, several cabins and other out buildings on 1 Vz acres. - $55,500 financing available. 34 wooded acres only $1500 per acre, nice home site, nice community, fronts on black top. Terms to qualified buyer. 2 story frarfie with aluminum siding, metal roof, excellent condition and clean throughout, no cobwebs in crawl space nor attic. $45,000. Roger Lee Atkins Salesman 987-8171 m REALTOR1 Call for further details W. H. Lyne, Realtor Washington. Va. 703/987-8588 BARGAIN HUNTING? Try cash offer on this new 3 bedrm. home with attractive features on 1.5 acres. Asking $62,500. | LOG HOME - Secluded on 25 wooded acres. Massive stone , fireplace and exposed beams. Wrap up for $95,000. Owner ‘ financing. I SHENANDOAH NAT. PARK and River Jorden border this 42 acre wilderness. Decrepit house, pond, $68,000. Terms. | OWNER FINANCING on timbered Mt. land with spectacular VIEWS! 36 acres - $36,000,39.5 acres - $43,000. Also 15 acres 1 in two tracts - $25,000. OLD HOMES in need of restoration. CalL 1 FARMS - $900/acre and up. CalL PANORAMIC VIEWS of Mts. from this 25 acre hilltop near Massies Comer. Wooded and roiling meadows. $53,000. SANTA is coming! Call RP. Batchelder, 937-4388, eves., wkds. RAPPALACHIAN HOMES Washington, Va. 22747 Messages: 347-1920 or 825-1847 speeding 66/56, $20 fine $18 costs. Sherrie L. Garber, Fairfax, speeding 68/56, $26 fine $18 costs. Donald L. Good, Stanley, speeding 67/56, $24 fine $18 costs. Hugh L. Grigsby, Castleton, reckless driving, speeding 81/55, $81 fine $18 costs. Joseph L. Harrison, Sr., W. Va., speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Shekhan N. Jani, Annandale, speeding - 66/55, $20 fine $18 costs. Elizabeth H. Judy, Maryland, speeding 67/55, $24 fine $18 costs. Hilda E. Koontz, Annandale, speeding 65/55, $20 fine $18 costs. William R. Koontz, Stanley, speeding 66/55, $22 fine $18 costs. Robert P. Lacy, Brandy, speeding 67/55, $24 fine $18 costs. Jack S. Lillard, Flint Hill, speeding 67/55, $24 fine $18 costs. Herman C. Marshall, N. Y., speeding 66/55, $22 fine $18 costs. Paul R. Moore, Arlington, reckless driving, accident, reduced to improper driving. $35 fine $18 costs. Edwin R. Petty, Winchester, speeding 66/56, reduced to speeding 64/56, $22 fine $18 costs. Richard B. Reidinger, Falls Church, speeding 69/56, $28 fine $18 costs. Joseph R. Sigg, Illinois, speeding 66/55, $22 fine $18 costs. John B. Singleton, Castleton, no operator's license, $15 fine $18 costs. Cedi L. Strickland, Burke, no registration; $15 fine; same, expired inspection, $10 fine $18 • costs. Alvoid C. Williams, Richmond, speeding 62/56, dismissed. Steven I. Yanovich, Springfield, 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. George A. Currie, N. Y., speeding 72/55, $34 fine $18 costs. Charles B. Stringfellow, Amissville, drunk in public, $15 fine $13 costs; same, resist arrest, $50 fine $25 costs. Mark Steele, Huntly, driving while intoxicated, $200 fine $18 costs, operator's license suspended 6 months. Ernest Lee Douglas, Richmond, felonious shooting, sent to grand jury. TWO STORY WAREHOUSE with 3600 square feet currently used as a carpentry shop. With full equipment, $40,000. Without equipment. $33,000. Financing available. H&d^Fox Rcaltyflnc. Middleburg, Va. 703-687-5553 Metro 471-6767 jjJroijertB listing Over 35 acres of secluded woodland for you to hike, hunt, or just relax on. $1550 per acre. Small horse farm, 10 stall barn, cottage, fenced 15 level acres with capitivating views. $92,000. EILEEN M. DAY, REALTOR CLOPTON HOUSE WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA22747 675-3400 m Candy Coombs Kerry Smithgall Associate Broker Associate Broker 675-3485 Beverly Atkins 937-5573 Realtor Associate Robin O. Day 675-3883 Mitzie Young Realtor Associate Realtor Associate 675-3857 937-5196 REAL ESTATE BOSTON AREA—RAPPAHANNOCK CO.—Approximately 11 acres, long frontage on Rt. 604, excellent stand of growing timber, moderate to steep terrain, excellent investment. $15,000. Owner financing. WASHINGTON, VA. 68 acres, beautiful views, surveyed, large lake site, secluded, wooded and open, $1,500 per acre, low down payment. LAUREL MILLS—25 acres, pond site. FLINT HILL—19 plus acres on hard surfaced secondary road, view, large stream, convenient to village, moderate terrain. Buy now on a depressed market. $29,500. Owner financing. WASHINGTON AREA—124 acres on U.S. 211. wooded, excellent views, moderate to steep terrain, small stream, owner financing. Outstanding investment at $1,500 per acre. NEWBILL MILLER Realtor 703/675-3691 Spews SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM Sperryville, Virginia 22740 (703) 987-8088-Office Restorable country home on approximately 25 wooded acres adjoining park and trout stream. - $47,500. w/owner financing. Boston—Cozy 2 bedroom cedar siding home on 6.2 wooded acres with stream. Home has 13 X 15 living room, full bath and eat in kitchen with appliances. $39,500. Hunters—approximately 22 acres of mountain land having park boundary, river frontage and lots of deer trails. $35,000 w/owner financing. Near Sperryville—charming 4 bedroom, 2% bath brick home on 26 secluded acres. Home includes kitchen - dining combination w-wood cookstove, family room, and many extras. $135,000.Financing available. IB realtor James W. Leake. Realtor 987-8236 John Eubank. Jr. 987-8146 J. Maurice O Bannon 987-8713 Eddie vwayiana 987-8153 dua uoraer 635-5891