Rappahannock News, December 20, 1979

iLATION PAID RAPPAHANNOCK HOUSEHOLDS . $ \ y j*. ?' V/ lb i RICHMOND 19, VA. 23219 MPLB The County Family Newspaper ; * ‘ Founded 1877 DEC1979 VIRGINIA STATE LIBRARY ,,w,""","r. 14 Pages 30th YEAR, NO. 51 USPS 45558C THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20,1979 Washington, Virginia Phone 675-3349 Suit Against Buntin, County Dismissed Sheriff W. A. Buntin and Rappahannock County have been dismissed as defendants in a S2.5 million lawsuit brought by Myrtle F. Corbin of Flint Hill on behalf of her son, Bobby Lee Corbin. • In a memorandum opinion ,and order from the United States District Cqprt signed ■December 11, Chief U. S. District Judge James C. Turk released Buntin and the county from the suit. The judge denied a request, however, to dismiss charges against corrections officer John Mannion at the same time. "Our attorneys (ComLiving Nativity The United Methodist Churches of Rappahannock will present a living nativity on Saturday evening, December 22. from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Mary, Joseph, the infant Jesus, angels, kings and wise men, portrayed by members of the congregation, will assemble on the hillside east of Washington at Mr. and Mrs. George Davis’ shed. The story of the birth of Christ will be narrated every half hour, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Christmas music will be played in between the tellings of the Christmas story. In addition, the nativity scene can be viewed from Route 211 without getting out of the car. Travelling west towards the mountains the living nativity is in the right hand side of the highway. monwealth's Attorney George Davis and Charlottesville lawyer John Lowe) are confident that the charges against Mr. Mannion will also be dismissed as soon as the judge receives further clarification (requested by Turk in writing),” said Sheriff Buntin this week. Mrs. Corbin’s son, Bobby Lee Corbin, 31, died December 26, 1978, of injuries he sustained in an automobile accident while driving under the influence of alcohol on Christmas Day. Following the accident, he was taken to the county jail and held from 6:30 p.m. on the 25th until 10:30 a.m. the next day. According to the suit, Corbin collapsed shortly after his release and died a few hours later in Warren Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Corbin charged that the callous indifference of Buntin and Mannion while Corbin was in custody caused her son’s death. She maintained in her suit that the injuries would not have been fatal if Corbin had received medical treatment. In his order. Judge Turk noted that Mrs. Corbin had failed to allege any personal connection between the sheriff and denial of the decedant’s constitutional rights. "Indeed, the complaint does not allege that Sheriff Buntin had any knowledge of the incident in question." the judge wrote. The court also found no evidence of a policy, statement, ordinance, regulation or decision adopted by the county’s governing body which- “caHs for the denial of necessary medical treatment for prisoners incarcerated in the , Rappahannock County Jail.” On this basis. Judge Turk dismissed both the sheriff and the county as defendants in the suit. In answer to a request for dismissal of the charges against Mannion, Turk wrote that the court couldn’t say that ‘‘it appears beyond doubt that the plaintiff can prove no set of facts in support of his claim which would entitle him to relief." The judge denied the motion for dismissal because the complaint “can clearly state a cognizable claim” against the correction’s officer which must be resolved. Holiday Dinner And Program A holiday dinner to benefit the annual seventh grade trip to Williamsburg will preceed the Christmas program set for Thursday, December 20, at 7:30 p.m, in the elementary school auditorium. On the menu are spaghetti, salad, garlic bread and drinks. Dinner, at $2.25 per person, will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or from members of the seventh grade class. For a complete night at the theater, diners are invited to stay for the free Christmas performance of “The Small ■ One.” presented by fourth and fifth graders, plus several numbers by the elementary “ school band: The prqgrttm will begin at 7:30 p.m. —Rappahannock News Photo/S. Latham RETIRING POSTMASTER at Flint Hill, Mabel Lillard, was honored Sunday night during the annual Christmas party and was presented a certificate by R. L. Noll of Martinsburg, W. Va. who is section center manager for the postal system. Mrs. Lillard has worked in the Flint Hill post office for over 25 years and has been the postmaster for the past five years. An officer in charge will be appointed temporarily for the post office. , Parents See Drug Use Increasing By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock New* Staff Writer A poll conducted by the Rappahannock school board shows that parents and teenagers think the use of drugs and alcohol by school aged children in the county has increased over the past three years. In addition, both groups favor a stronger drug and alcohol policy enforced in the public schools. At last Tuesday's meeting, school board chairman Beverly Massie announced the results of a survey mailed to parents and given to students at Rappahannock County High School last month. Mrs. Massie reported that 276 questionnaries out of 657 sent home to parents were returned, a response rate of 42 per cent. Of the parents surveyed, 230 (90 per cent) & felt from their own knowledge and experience that drug and alcohol use had increased. Only eight parents thought use was down and 16 thought it had remained unchanged over the past three years. Among students in grades eight through twelve at RCHS, 228 (67 per cent) thought drug and alcohol use had gone up, 71 students saw it» as unchanged over the past three years and 30 thought it had decreased. The overwhelming majority of parents surveyed -244 or 92 per cent-favored a firmer drug and alcohol policy. Nine parents wanted a more lenient policy and 10 supported the policy currently in force. Youngsters also favored a stronger policy but by much less of a margin. One hundred and ninety-one (58 per cent) wanted a stronger policy while 123 students favored a more lenient approach, seven supported the current policy and six felt the school needed no drug and alcohol policy at all. Asked if the current drug policy is being enforced, 157 parents (66 per cent) and 184 students' (55 . per cent) answered that it was not. Same Treatment For Drug*, Alcohol By a wide majority, parents ranked alcohol offenses equal to drug offenses. Two (Continued on Page 14) Carolers Christmas spirited county residents—old and young, singers and non-singers—are invited to meet at Trinity Episcopal Church on Sunday, Dwember 23, at 7:30 p.m. for an evening of caroling in the town of W ashington. —Rappahannock New* Photo/S. Latham CONTENTMENT IS having a visit with Santa Claus and receiving an orange and a candy cane. This youngster, Kelly Lawler, who attended the Christmas party given Sunday by the Flint Hill Ladies Auxiliary and participated in the program, sits this one out after an exciting evening. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Lawler of Flint Hill. Deer And Bear Kill Down 1 he. deer kill in Kappahannoek County is down a bit”, said Game Warden .Jim Bankston, "and' there has hot been as much hunting as is generally done in the area.” Although the animal population remains substantial, according to Bankston, the gasoline situation may be keeping some hunters home. A little over 300 deer have been checked in Rappahannock, along with 25 turkeys and one bear. A bear was killed last week by a motorist in the vicinity of Boston and a small bear, 92 pounds, fell from a tree in Flint Hill orchard and died. As autopsy was performed to substantiate the indication that death was caused by a broken neck, said Bankston. There have been numerous complaints about bear bothering livestock in the Boston, Castleton and Amissville areas. In one incident goats were killed or died after an attack and several pigs were killed by bear, he said. The quail and grouse population is up to provide good hunting, said the warden, who anticipates more hunting in the remaining weeks of the hunting season. “With the holidays coming up, both Holiday Schedule In celebration of Christmas, the following will observe holiday schedules: Rappahannock public schools: close at 2 p.m., Friday. December 21. Classes will resume Wednesday, January 2. County offices: closed Monday and Tuesday, December 24 and 25. State offices: closed Monday and Tuesday, December 24 and 25. ■■ Post offices: closed Tuesday, December 25. Rappahannock County Library: closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, December 24, 25 and 26. Rappahannock National Bank and Farmers and Merchants Bank: close at noon on Monday, December 24 and all day December 25. The Rappahannock News office will be open Monday. December 24 deadline for copy and. ads is noon. The Rappahannock News will be closed Christmas Day. Lhristmas ana New Years, and many people receiving gu«}s as Christmas gifts, plus fact tfiaFfrem December .11 through January 5, the doe season is in, hunting will be accelerated." Bankston urges care in gun handling and reminds hunters to wear bright colored hats or jackets for safety. War Battle To Be Re fought Here The Rap pa h>a n n o c k Historical Society will hold a special meeting on Friday. January 4. at 7:10 p.m. in the courthouse to take a formal vote on re-enacting a civil war battle this Labor Day at James W. Fletcher's Double Gate race course. Paul Taylor, weekend resident of the county and member of ‘‘First NorthSouth' Brigade.” will be at the Historical Society meeting to answer questions on re-enactments. Taylor has taken part in living history performances presented from New York to southern Virginia. The public is invited to attend this special Historical Society meeting. Eastham Questions Discipline Enforcement By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock New* Staff Writer At last Tuesday’s school board meeting. Robert Eastham questioned assistant superintendent Rob McDaniel on alleged discrimination in enforcing discipline at Rappahannock County High school. “1 repeatedly get the accusation that there's not tot<d equality of treatment.” said F.astham. He noted the comment of a student on the drug policy questionnaire as an example. The student wrote that school administrators “should stick with what they say" on enforcement rather than letting some students off free while others are punished. “As related to alcohol and drugs, we rely strictly on the policy verbatum," McDaniel answered, maintaining that discipline at RCHS was administered uniformly. He added that he thought the student who filled out the questionnaire was referring to a particular case in which a pupil was suspended and then allowed to participate in athletics after re-instatement. “There’s no basis for you to identify this statement with a particular case,” countered Kastham, stressing his concern over complaints he's reportedly received on discrimination. McDaniel pointed to the results of a survey given students and teachers last spring in which the "overwhelming majority” answered that they saw no discrimination in discipline on the basis of sex. race or social standing. F.astham rseponded to the survey report by urging the administration to look into the charges "to ensure there's no favoritism.” He recalled that he'd earlier spoken to McDaniel and superintendent William Bloomerabout parents being hesitant to speak out for fear their children would be harassed. “1 was told by Dr. Bloomer and Dr. McDaniel that they knew of no single case of harassment," said Eastham. adding that he believed the administrators. "But that won't convince me there's no fear...That's precisely why we burned the responses to the drug survey." he said. , "If you-- get any whiff of this, stop it right now. We have a real, real problem if our crmdren tear discrimination," Eastham concluded. In elaborating on the student-teacher survey. McDaniel said it was administered to teachers and students in grades nine through twelve last spring and to eighth graders in the fall. "The results were tabulated just two weeks ago." he said, adding that he was waiting for the results to be transposed into narrative form before relaying the data to the school board. Human Nature "I think in any school system in the country, you'll fjnd some students and some parents who express feelings that they're being discriminated against." said, board member Charles Fldred. “Somebody always feels they’re getting the short end of the stick. That's part of humgm nature." F.ldred maintained that the teachers and administrators in Rappahannock schools "bend over backwards to avoid anv possibility of this type of thing." Charges of discrimination are "more than likely unfounded." he concluded. Fastham insisted that it was his responsibility, as a school board member, to look into the charges of discrimination ocne they'd been voiced, "l et's hope the (Continued on Page 12) High School Burglarized Rappahannock County High School was broken into late Saturday or early Sunday morning, according to Sheriff W. A. Buntin. Entrance was gained by breaking a glass in the south side of the building and an attempt was made, once inside, to pry open the drink box and the door to the administration office. As far as could be ascertained, a duplicating machine valued at about $450. was the only thing missing. The investigation continues. RCEA Charges Space Needs Ignored By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock Staff Writer "Our students are in danger because we are not able to provide adequate space or programs for the conducive learning environment." maintained members of the Rappa h a n n ock Count y Education Association in a prepared statement read by president Lynne Baines at the December II meeting of the Rappahannock school board. As the representive of 45 teachers who belong to the Association. Baines read that the building program presented last year "seems to have been pushed aside by the over-dramatic presentation of a severe drug problem." The association charged the school board with ignoring "the pressing problem of inadequate space at the high school, as well as the elementary school.” The RCEA statement noted that the elementary school's child development specialist is currently working in the hallway. “We question the fire regulations, adequate learning environment, and health and safety of this arrangement." Baines read on behalf of the Association. The prepared statement also pointed out that the LD resource teacher is handling more students than state guidelines allow while working in extremelycramped quarters. According to the RCEA. the state mandates an alternative educational program by 1980. To meet this requirement, members of the Association support an in-school suspension program to be implemented bv the fall of 1980. In-school suspension, the statement said, will allow disruptive students to be removed from the classroom 'iiBUi'iiiMiiiiii i wiii» i iw iimm'iKnii i i'ii i wim i but kept under dose and strict supervision while given an opportunity to learn. The RCEA statement noted that the newest group in a succession of capital outlay committees had met on July 31. "What was*accomplished at that meeting and what has transpired since that time in reference to capital outlay?" Al Supervisors' Request "We’re doing as requested by the hoard of supervisors on the capital outlay i program." school board chairman Beverly Massie replied. She reported that the committee has had "several meetings" in response to the supervisors' request that building plans presented last spring for RCHS include a complete cost analysis and construction alternatives. She said the committee “felt it was in good (Continued on Page 11) .1 . —Rappahannock New* Photo/S. Crewman FIRE DESTROYED A HOME at Viewtown Monday belonging to Manuel H. Walker who was away visiting at the time. Efforts of Culpeper, Amissville and Flint Hill fire companies failed to save the structure. The blaze was discovered by Walker’s daughter-in-law, but by the time help arrived efforts were futile on the house and small outbuilding. However, the barn was saved from destruction.

Hubbard Is Newest Young Lawyer By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock NpWa Suff'% ritiT ; . When,,,. Mike Hubbard moved fd - Rappahannock County, he dashed onto ^he soccer field at the same tifne that he jumped into, the practice of law. / A ' 1979 graduate of Washington ' afid Lee University law school, Mike has been working with Flint ■Hill attorney M. F. Biddle since Setpember. At about the same time, he also joined the county's first soccer team, organized and sponsored by Don Keithley to participate in the Fauquier league. As a result of his soccer skills, impromptu lessons and leadership on the field, Mike is probably as well 4tnpwn among soccer enthusiasts at the elementary school and RCHS as he is among the crowd at the county court house. Mike ended up in Rappahannock as the result of a ffiappaijanmick Jfauia Rappahannock & 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 _ ZIP Entered as second class mail at the Post Office in Warrenton, Va. The Rappahannock News is published every Thursday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Va., by The Warrenton Printing and Publishing Co., P. 0. Box 631, Warrenton, Va. 22186. -StfSS. >,ou" It started witn a love song. And now you're planning a wedding. Say "I do” the fashionable way — with 14-karat gold ArtCarved wedding rings. Styled for today and crafted to last a lifetime. ORACLE PRESIDIO arbor love /TO^IRVED America’s master jeweler for engagement and wedding rings. 301 E. Main St. Front R°yal’ Va Our wish is simple and sincere. May the holiday bring gladness to you all. Thanks to everyone. MARTIN FURNITURE CO. Culpeper, Va. krwm * m % k>' chance meeting arranged by family friends. Home for Thanksgiving in Bethesda during a break in his last year of law school, he was introduced to Col. Biddle by neighbors. “I hear you’re looking for work. Does working out in the country appeal to you?” Mike recalled Col. Biddle asking. ”1 drove through Rappahannock on my way back to school at the end of vacation and decided it would suit me fine," Mike said. He was impressed by the chance Biddle offered to have client contact right away. “In large firms, a new lawyer will spend the first couple of years researching stuff in the firm library. You'd have to be lucky to get into court at all.” He also liked the opportunity for involvement in serveral different areas of law. “I’m not all that interested in specializing. I don't think you can around here—it's not like the big city where you’re part of a small department in a huge firm and handle only divorces or estate planning or litigation. In a big firm, one lawyer will do all the substantive work and another will take the case to court. You’re either a litigator or you're not. This way, 1 can do both and see a thing all the way through," Mike explained. Mike’s interest in soccer pre-dates his interest in the law. With a father in the diplomatic corps, Mike grew up overseas, spending six —Rappahannock New# Photo/Daphne Hutchinson MIKE HUBBARD is the newest face at the Rappahannock County courthouse. A 1979 graduate of Washington and Lee University, Hubbard practices with Flint Hill attorney Maury Biddle. years in Portugal and three years in Norway. “In both of those countries, soccer is the national sport. It’s what kids end up playing instead of football, baseball or basketball,” Mike said, adding that he’d played’ in high school and at )ff & L on the varsity level. In addition to soccer, Mike's hobbies include fishing, hiking and backpacking—pursuits ideally suited to the Rappahannock countryside. He is engaged to Clara "Toosie” Smith of Richmond, Ky. also a law student at Washington and Lee. The couple plans an August wedding. Christmas Programs In The Area Christinas Play A Christmas play will be presented at the Gid Brown Bible Church. Washington, I Sunday, December 23 at 7 | p.m. entitled, “To All People," under the direction ot Judy Burke. Following the play. Evangelist Jerry Whiteheart of Walkertown, N. C. will be guest speaker. The public is invited to attend. Thornton’s Gap The Sunday School , Department of . Thornton's ^ Gap Regular Baptist Church, • Sperryville,-will present their Christmas program, Sunday, December 23, at 7 p.m. The public is cordially invited to attend. Sunrise Service The Macedonia Baptist Church. Flint Hill will have a sunrise service on Christmas morning beginning at 6 a.m. with the Rev. James A. Price. Everyone is welcome to attend. Christmas Eve Service A candlelight communion service will be held at the Sperryville United Methodist Church at 8 p.m. Monday, December 24. The public is invited. Hopewell Baptist There w ill be a communion service and a time ot gift exchanging at the Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville, Sunday December 23 following the regular 11 a.m. worship service. Trinity Episcopal Schedule On Sunday, December 23 there will be a service of lessons and carols at 11 a.m. with a presentation by the Sunday School and followed by a coffee hour and Christmas party in the parish hall. Monday, December 24, there will be the annual 11 p.m special Christmas Eve communion service and Tuesday December 25, at 10 a.m. there will be a simple communion service. There will be a service of baptism and holy eucharist December 30. The community is warmly invited to share' im 'these ■ festivities with"'the members of the Trinity church family. Methodist Activities The United Methodist of the Rappahannock Charge (Sperryville, Willis Chapel and the Flint Hill United Methodist Churches) will present a living nativity again this year in the shed on the George Davis property on Rt. 211 near Washington on December 22 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. A Christmas play will be presented at Willis Chapel United Methodist Church, Huntly on December 21 at 7:30 p.m There will be an open house at the parsonage Sunday evening from 3 to 5 p.m. and the community is invited to attend. Assembly of God The members and young people of the Assembly of God Church in Sperryville will present a program entitled, “The Question” on Saturday, December 22 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Reynolds Memorial Candlelight services will be held at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Sperryville, Christmas Eve, December 24 at 7 p.m. The Youth Choir r and. James Shaw will present a musical program on December 23 at 11 a.m. The public is urged to attend. Amissville Methodist The Christmas program at the Amissville United Methodist Church will be held Friday evening, December 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the church. It is entitled, “A White Christmas.” The topic for the Sunday morning worship at the Amissville Church is "The Past. Present and Fiiture of Christmas,” and will be delivered by‘the pastor, the Rev. Ray Crockett at 11 a.m. Promised Land Baptist The Promised Land Baptist Church of Washington will present a Christmas program immediately following the 11 a.m. worship service on Sunday. December 23, the Rev. John Pendleton, pastor. y of this i Holy t Season. fV • ’ Sincere gratitude. !€€»€€ Restaurant Q Sperryville, Va. Open Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m; Closed Monday and Tuesday Special Programs At Mu Lebanon Church ■ 0 r*_i! Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church is planning three special programs during the Christmas ' holiday ‘season, which should - provide ~a lasting religious-significance to the community. The public is cordially invited to all events at the sanctuaiy on Rt. 522 south of Wopdville. At 7:00 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 23, the young people of the church present the V new musical Christmas, play “Angels, lambs, fireflies, and lady bugs." Under the direction of Mrs. Betty Sims, the traditional Christmas story is told through the eyes of animals and insects. Refreshments will be served. Mt. Lebanon’s “Watch Night” service will begin at 9:00 p.m.. New Year’s Eve, Monday, Dec. 31, with Rabbi Manny Brotman as featured speaker. Rabbi Brotman, a renowned Messianic Jewish leader and teacher, is founder and former executive director of Young Messianic Jewish Alliance of America, Founding Rabbi of Beth Extension Secretaries At the annual meeting of the Northern District Extension Secretaries’ Association held recently at the Sheraton* Motor Inn at Fredericksburg the following officers were elected for two year terms: Margaret Lewis of Caroline County will serve as vice president; Keith Lilly of Loudouti County was named secretary; Debbie Dodson of Madison, was elected treasurer and Debbie Gatewood of Spotsylvania County will serve as reporter. Nancy Jo Lawler, Extension Secretary in Orange County, had already been appointed as vice president when Margaret' West resigned, and now Ms. Lawler will automatically move up to President. Mrs. Wanda Adams, the outgoing president pf Luray, presided at the meetings Miss Virginia Yancey who has retired from the Culpeper Extension Office after 37 years of service was presented with a certificate and gift. R. R. Tudor, District* Extension, Agent in thf. Northern • District and association advisor, gave if presentation on Virginia Employee Relations Management which included an explanation of Performance Evaluation, Standards of Conduct and Grievance Procedures. Bill McDermond of the IBM Corporation gave a presentation and showed a film on the IBM electronic typewriter. Mrs. Patricia Kosak and Mrs. Carol Bingham of the National Professional Secretaries' Association presented a report on their association and the Certified Professional Secretary examination. Twenty-eight secretaries from the Northern Extension District (comprised of twenty Extension Units) attended the meeting. Messia Synagogue ot me Greater .Washington Area, and host of the Messianic lewis Hour heard on WFAX, Fairfax at 4:15 p.m. daily. He will explain the goal of the present Messihnic Jewish Movement in reaching every Jew in the world with the gospel message of the Messiah Jesus, For the third part of the trilogy' special holiday 'religious programs, Dan Poysti will discuss his work in sending bibles, testaments, and other scriptural materials into the Soviet Union, Operating from his base in West ucriuuuy* i wjju on the work of the Pocket Testament League in bringing the good news of the gospel to potential believers behind the Iron Curtain. He has had many exciting experiences outwitting communist border guards and censors. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church is pleased to present | these important programs and speakers. Its pastor, Rev.' William Lancaster, believes that members of the community will gain a rich blessing by attending one or more of the special holiday, events. o 1Y» HolidayT GREETINGS jMay our pleasant relationship continue to flower and grow throughout a happy and healthy Christmas Holiday! CULPEPER BOOK STORE 210 N. Main St., Culpapar BlaCk Bart Wood Stoves -4W iiiV f* <J ■<» ■ i A w Fireplace Insert, completely installed \ DRAWING $648.28 .for Door Prize Free Standing Model\ Dec. 21 completely installed \ n \ Be sure $608.88 \ t0 'The Deal" heats 2500 sq. ft. \ register 700 CFM output burns 8 to 12 hours :<—XWOOD STOVE & CONSTRUCTION COMPANY OF CULPEPER 105 E. Main St. 825-6967 I DOWNTOWN CULPEPER Christmas is warm sights and sounds, home for the holida ys, and being together with family and friends. It’s music, magic and being children for a little while. • And love. .. lots of love. From the family and staff of Leggett, we wish ybujthe warmth and joy and love of the Season...all year long. i *■ ■it-:,

Amissville Area News Mrs. Mitcneii ureen and Miss Phoebe Green were in Leesburg Friday to visit Mrs, Odessa Ficklin at the Health Care Center. Saturday Mrs. Green with Mrs. Carroll Settle and Jason called on Bernard Weaver in Culpeper who had just returned home after surgery. Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Settle were in Williamsburg Tuesday to accompany C. M. Green, a student at the College of William and Mary, home for the holidays. Dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Compton were Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Putnam of Beltsville, Md. Home for the holidays are Phil Settle of VP1 & SU; Becky Stirman, a student at Bluefield College; Chuck Mills of James Madison University. Recent visitors of Capt. and Mrs. L. B. Stuart were Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Underwood of Baltimore, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Priest and family spent Monday in Charlottesville. Shannon Streagle was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. David Hoadley and Sarah Kearns and with them attended the Nutcracker at the Lisner Auditorium Friday evening. Mrs. Streagle joined them Sunday and enroute home visited Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Kephart in Herndon. Christmas Open House At Belle Grove Belle Grove, 180-year-old restored plantation house in Middletown, is holding its Christmas open house through Sunday. • The interior and exterior decorations are handmade of natural materials and typify the period when the builder Isaac Hite and his family celebrated the holiday there. The house is lit by candles in the evening and 18th century Christmas carols are presented. Hours are from 6 to 9 p.m. Dr. Philip E. Wine, D. D. S. announces the re-location of his office, Dunover Place 140 Chester St. Front Royal 635-6129 NOW OPEN The Black Kettle Restaurant Washington, Va. Hours: 5a.m. to 9p.m. daily Early's Carpet Sales & Service —Two Locations— Route 211, Amissville, Va. 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Discover how to color coordinate to accentuate or soften the appearance of any aspect of the physical features of a room. Learn the secrets of utilization related decorative products to create a new atmosphere and feeling. One stop-EARLY’S CARPETS—k your home decorating education center. Come in for your diploma today. Open: both stores 9-6 Mon.-Fri., 9-5 Sat. BankAmericard accepted. DECORATING TIP: When hanging mirrors it k essential that they be hung low enough to be used. 502 N. MAIN ST.—CULPEPER PLAYING THE ROLE of Melchoir in “Follow That Star” presented at Wakefield School is Bobby Gehringer of Flint Hill. The play, a delightful spin-off on the three Wise Men, included in its cast, from left, Laureen Wemmer as first wife; Amey Harris, a servant girl; Joey Tisenger, first son of King Melchior and Gehringer. The play was presented Friday for parents and Tuesday for students at RCES. The three-act play was written by Mrs. Pamela Lynn, assistant administrator of the school. The music classes and school choruses directed by Mrs. Gloria Harris, provided musical interludes for the program. f INVENTORY J CLEARANCE WOODSTOVES Discount on all stoves in stock Many Styles to choose from Featuring: Sierra Earth King Fjrom our house to your house', bright blessings : and warm appreciation at Christmastide. YE OLE GENERAL STORE RI-211, Amissville, Va. 937-4655 Open 9 6 Daily VISA M.C. LEADING THE ANNUAL Christmas processional at Wakefield School at Huntly this year were Donna Funk and James Dawson IV. The processional, followed by a play, was given for parents Friday evening and for students from Rappahannock 11 Elementary School Tuesday , morning. , The professional has beeh a tradition at Wakefield since its founding in 1971 and leaders are chosen on the basis of academic achievement, citizenship and participation in extracurricular activities. Donna is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Funk of Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. James Dawson III of Huntly, are the parents of James. ASCS Elections Completed The ballots for the community committee elections of the ASCS in Rappahannock have been tabulated. Results of the elections for 1980 members which closed December 3 are: south—A. F. Cannon, chairman; James H. Falls, vice chairman; I. fflr. Kilby, regular member and first and ; second alternates, resoectively. Marvin Dodson and T. M. Triplett. In the central district are chairman, Thomas B. Massie; vice chairman, Michael M. Massie, regular member. Dale Welch and alternate. E. J. Welch. Representative from the north section include Thomas G. Eastham. chairman; Thomas V. Williams, vice chairman; W. Clifford Latham, regular member and first and second alternates, John A. Tapp and Aubrey North, respectively. Community committeemen and alternates serve a one year term which begins January 1. 1980. At the county convention on December 13, Louis P. Moore, Jr. was selected to' serve a three-year term on the county committee and was named its chairman. First and second alternates on the county committee are Thomas V. Williams, Mr. and Thomas B. Massie. James F. Massie was named vice chairman and Raymond Johnson, regular member of the county committee. c^eal REALTY WORLD * Estate <^M »Jl. REALTOR HOW MUCH TAXABLE PROFIT? When you sell your home at a profit, the difference between the cost and the selling price is taxable (unless you defer it by buying a more expensive home). The important cost basis is the sum of the original cost plus the dollar-value of improvements and selling expenses. Although the average homeowner can usually determine the amount originally paid for the home, he usually lacks information regarding improvements which have been made during ownership. 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*5 ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL JOHN T. TOLER SARAH C. LATHAM PifeMshar General Manager Associate Publisher DAPHNE I. HUTCHINSON CATHERINE C. DYSON News Editor ' Design Editor To Subscribe Write or Phone Weshington. Ve. 875-3349 BY MAIL $8-00« yeer in Rappahannock and adjoining counties; $7.S0a yeer elsewhere in the United States BACK COPIES - One month to 3 years, 75 cents each; over 3 years. 93 each Offlcn: Woppabannacli Naum BMs- WaaNngton. Vi. 22747 Hours: fc30 mi to 5:30 pm. Mon. - Fri. PuMWiad by Wonontoo Printing a Publishing Company, btc. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20,1979 And It Came To Pass... And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born t^is day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth; peace, good will toward men.— The Gospel according to St. Luke. Yes, There Is A Santa (This famous editorial first appeared in the New York Sun, September 21. 1897). We take pleasure in answering at once and thus prominently the communication below, expressing at the same time our great gratification that its faithful author is numbered among the friends of The Sun: Dear Editor: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says “If you see it in The Sun it’s so.” Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus? * Virginia O’Harrion ' * 115 West 95th Street Virginia, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except what they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men’s or children’s, are little. In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge. Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus! It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished. Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most - real things in the world are those that neidier children nor men £an see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but that’s no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world. You tear apart the baby’s rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the strongest man, nor even the united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived, could tear apart. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, Virginia, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding. No Santa Claus! Thank God he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood. Best Present To the editor: For some time now I have been reading and enjoying the large print books I borrow from the Rappahannock Library. They have a good assortment including mystery, romance, westerns, fiction and nonfiction. 1 wonder if there are people in this community that have difficulty in reading the small print in newspapers, paperbacks and library books and do not know of these fine books that are available to them? If we can tell them, that just might be the best Christmas present they get this year. I would like to thank the people that have put these books on our library shelves. LILA ALDRICH Castleton This was The News... in Bygone Rappahannock Times. RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS Thursday, Dec. 25,1969 SANTA CLAUS was quite a hit when he visited Rappahannock Library in Washington on Saturday. He was greeted by a large crowd of youngsters who received a gift of a book from him. THE Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors^ has been and continues to work doggedly to solve two major problems facing the county, the pollution of the Thornton River, Re: a sewerage system for Sperryville and dumping facilities for the entire county. The special meeting of the group held Friday, however, proved fruitless as far as real solutions go. OSEPH E. ZIEL, the FBI, was a guest speaker at the Amissville Ruritan Club. ▼ ANE KILBY of Sperryville will receive the Good Citizen Award given each year to a senior student at Rappahannock County High School. THE number of working wives is on the increase in Rappahannock County. No less than 28.3 percent of the married women in the local area leave their homes. each day and head for their outside jobs in offices, stores, factories, schools, hospitals and the like. In 1960, the figures show, only 21.5 percent did so. Special Agent of Our Rappahannock Heritage ^hRistmas Blessings From The Staff of The RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS Arthur W. Arundel Publisher Sarah C. Latham John T. Toler Barbara Burke And Our Correspondents & Production Staff Daphne Hutchinson Judith Burke Cathy C. Dyson No Distress To the editor: Am I entitled to declare that,Washington is pt#sically -and -.econbfnically -not as' distressed as Tnotft other' places in the country? In designating Washington ’ distressed, did HUD send anyone to take a look at the town to judge its stagnation and deterioration, or can we suppose that figures were put into a computer about the town and that these figures were compared electronically to a set of a priori “ideal” figures and because some anonymous person’s calculations weren’t agreed with. Washington's card was kicked out? Garbage in; garbage out. Happy indeed should Washington residents be if only “a project could be caused \#hich wouldn’t have occurred in and of itself—just any old project which could ipso facto be designated progress. Certainly under the criteria employed, the establishment of the Inn Restaurant, built before 1940, and renovation of Clopton House, also built before 1940, wouldn't contribute to any of the statistics counted. Indeed it is regrettable that 14.06 per cent of Washington’s population are at or below the poverty level. What kinds of projects can one imagine which might alter that fact? That is a question our community needs to ask itself if changing statistics is to result in meeting jwtnan needs. If many of these individuals are in fact unemployable, what good would projects do them and hence the welfare of the whole community? It is at least hopeful that the growth rate is above the minimum of a distressed level designation, and at or near the level of that of the nation as a whole, one Washington can sustain Letters To The Editor with no pain; and that per capita income change between 1969 and 1975 is above the distressed level criteria. W hile . des,igu,a,ting Washington iidistfcesseid. the; bu^eaubcats>,-who i4hink up designations like that are probably experiencing in the cities where they live air pollution hazardous to everyone, a water supply so fouled with cleaning agents people buy bottled water and filter the water in their homes. airplane noise requiring one to stop conversations as the planes fly over. automobile noise futilely abated by the erection of ugly and expensive high way noise barriers, daily nerve-wracking traffic jams, and death, accident and crime rates which keep people in a state of anxiety. Give me .Washington'^ distress* t over that of most other communities any'day! I have yet to tell anyone that Washington is our near town and address who hasn't responded, “Oh, I love Washington. What an attractive community!” People choose to live in Rappahannock County. 1 can only surmise that its inhabitants would rather be distressed here than moving upward and onward elsewhere. Federal concern for community welfare, to be constructive and truly helpful, should be wholistic in character. projects willy-nilly which would put Washington statistically out of the distressed category could in fact occasion all kinds of distress one hadn’t dreamed of. Until we can think in terms of over all community needs and benefits, we ought not let ourselves be persuaded that figures in and out of a computer can accurately describe our condition. DIANA W. BIRD Letter Germanna Hurt By Cuts To the editor: t '': We believe that the 198082 biennium budget pf the Dalton Administration trill cripple, if not destrby, Germanna Community College. It will also reduce the effectiveness of the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) in providing low cost, quality higher education to the citizens of Virginia. Germanna has one of the largest service regions of the VCCS, serving the counties of Culpeper, Orange, Spotsylvania, Stafford, Louisa, Madison. Caroline, Fauquier. King George and the City of Fredericksburg. Germanna experienced an enrollment increase of over 22 percent this fall, with major increases in off-campus, evening enrollments. Yet, Germanna has next to the lowest budget of the entire system. If the current Dalton budget is enacted, Germanna will be forced to reduce by 75 percent of its part-time evening and day classes! Such a move will force the curtailment of many important programs offered to our citizens. We feel that the Dalton Administration has a demonstrated bias against the community college system. We are at a loss to understand this position. The community colleges served over 260,000 persons in 197879 alone. Based on data from state sources, the cost per student was appfoximtely $1,100. while the state fouryear institutions averaged over $5,000 per student. The proposed budget drastically reduces the VCCS appropriation. The suggested alterations to the Dhl^on budget by the State Council of Higher Education and other agencies will hot correct the problem faced by Germanna. As you are aware, the presence of quality institutions of higher education, such as the local community colleges, play a significant role in the decisions of business and industry to locate within our state. The inadequate funding of the Dalton budget will greatly curtail the services offered by the VCCS and its member colleges. The community colleges cannot serve the people of Virginia if they are not allowed to do so. ALAN S. PARKINSON President Germanna Faculty Senate IMVID L. ROSE President Germanna Alumni Association —nap|Niiwfnua umi r iuu/ J. unnan RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR gave a concert last Thursday evening featuring Christmas music. The choir is directed by Mrs. Judy Bomberger, left, and composed of front row, left to right, Dawn Watson, Kim Pullen, Debbie Helmer, Sharon Settle, Shannon Streagle, DeeDee Grant, Melanie Burke, Judith Bloomer and Ms. Robin Dexter, band director; second row, Ginger Eidson, Karen Hill, Marie Davis, Cindy Bywaters, Janine Bloomer and Susan Dennis; back row, Brian Fitzek, Doug Bywaters, Troy Robinson and Todd Robinson. The presentation was very good. The Little Fox

f • • • Panthers Trounce Elkton Rappahannock s Gary Leake shattered school scoring records ■ Tuesday night in a spectacular performance as the varsity Panthers clawed their way to victory over Elkton, 78-62. With his record setting 34 points, Leake set the pace for a scoring effort in the December 18 home contest that saw two other RCHS players hit double figures. The game was close all during the first quarter. Both the Elks and the Panthers made runs on the big lead only to be stopped by the other's fast baskets. In the second quarter, Elkton pulled ahead by six but Rappahannock came back in the closing minutes of the half. The Panthers stole careless Elk passes and turned the turn-overs into scores. Jimmy Tomko substituting for ailing starter Dean Wilson, connected with a half-court heave at the buzzer, repeating Tony Wayland’s last second shot against Luray last week, and sent Rappahannock to the locker rooms with a four point edge. Elkton fought back in the third quarter but super sub Tomko called a halt to the Elk's effort by hitting two baskets in a row and tossing three more a couple of minutes later. The Elks made another run in the final minutes but couldn't find the basket, hitting on only two of twelve attempts in the fourth quarter. Whistle happy refs who called 58 fouls turned the contest into a marathon that lasted well past 9:30. Neither team took full advantage of free throws but Elkton came out on top, hitting 20 of 32 for 62 per cent. The Panthers connected on 18 of 37 for 48 per cent. Leake's 34 jxiints broke the RCHS individual scoring record of 32 shared jointly by Kent Henry, Charles Dodson and Mike Smoot. As if the buckets weren’t enough, Rappahannock’s 6-5 forward blocked six shots, passed for Six assists and controlled the boards with 17 rebounds. The win leaves', the Panthers with two wins and three loses overall and one win against three losses in Skyline May you share the 1 wondrous tidings of this '1 Holy Season. Merry Christinas and sincerest thanks. Barron’s Tire Service 301 North Mkln St Culpeper, Va. Phone:825-2471 For That Secure Feeling— A Schwab HOME SAFE Only $249.00 CULPEPER BOOKSTORE N. MAIN ST. CULPEPER 825-4707 District competition. Player FG FT Leake 14 6 Bright 2 3 Tomko 7 2 Settle 2 4 Wayland 0 1 Armentrout 0 0 G. Jenkins 4 2 TP R 34 17 7 3 16 2 8 4 1 3 0 2 10 7 JV Victorious Coach Bob Edmonson cleared the bench, giving his squad valuable experience, as the JV Panthers trounced Elkton, 49 to 34. The outcome was never in doubt as Rappahannock scored the first basket and kept the lead until the final buzzer. The Panthers were aheady by nine at the end of the first half and increased the edge to 14 points in the third quarter. Rappahannock’s JV also came out on top of the JV Elks in rebounding, with Mike Leake pulling in 11 and Lee Anderson grabbin six. Leake was also top scorer for the JV Panthers with 18, followed by Anderson with nine, Myers with five. Fletcher and Settle with four apiece, Raiford with three and Atkins, Dunn and Brown all with two points each. The victory brings the JV’s Bulldogs Put The Bite On R CHS The Rappahannock varsity Panthers lost a close one at home to the Luray Bulldogs last Friday night, 65-57. During the first half, the teams traded baskets back and forth with neither holding the lead for more than a minute at a time. The game looked hopeful for the Panthers when guard Tony Wayland hit a ^ialfcourt shot at the final second of the first half to send RCHS to the locker room only six points down, 39-33. Luray came out at the buzzer determined, however, and after two minutes, built up a lead that Rappahannock could never cut to less than four during the rest of the game. Center Gary Leake had another outstanding performance with 23 points and 1 1 rebounds, both game highs. The Panthers also led as a team in rebounding with 30 to Luray’s 21. The loss leaves the Panthers 1-3 overall and 0-3 in Skyline District Competition. Player? Leake Bright Settle . Wilson Wayland Tomko ArmeniSrout FG FT T r 11 1 23 11 7 0 14 6 10 20 3 4 10 8 113 3 2 15 1 10 0 1 • V.W. Vehicle Specialist • Repairs on Most Foreign and American Cars 30 Ashby St., Warrenton, Va. 347-3785 Christmas would not be Christmas if we did not take the time to say “thank you” and wish you every happiness. PIEDMONT CHEVROLET-OLDSMOBILEJNC 814 N. Main St. Culpeper, Va. 825-2161 — Varsity, JV Bested By Madison— season mark to over .500 with three wins and two losses. In a December 11 contest in Madison, the Rappabannock Panthers were Team Looks Promising With four games under their belts, the RCHS JV Panthers have compiled a 2-2 record under the leadership of coach Bob Edmonson. Coach Edmonson thinks his team is capable of improving their record and attributes the losses primarily to “too many costly turnovers.” He added that ball handling abilities should improve further into the season. The JV squad has respectable size and this accounts for their strong rebounding power, according to Edmonson. The Panthers have averaged 24 rebounds a game and are looking to improve this statistic. The team also has experience that will prove a valuable asset as the season progresses. Of the 14 players on the team, seven are returners who make up the JV’s starting five. A major weakness, however, is that the team has JV Wins The JV Panthers Jiit .500 ball, trouncing Luray 40-30 to bring their record to 2-2. Rappahannock took the lead early in the first quarter and held it throughout the game. In the fourth period, big then Mike Leake and Carl Frye were sent to the bench with five fouls apiece. The fans had some doubts when Leake, a leader in rebounding and scoring, went out but Glenn Fletcher filled in and led the Panthers on to victory with 13 points, high for Rappahannock. The Panther bench came through and added five points and four rebounds to the tally. Lee Anderson was top man on the boards for Rappahannock with seven rebounds. Player FG FT T R Martin Dunn Brown Atkins Leake Frye Fletcher Myers Anderson 3 0 6 2 2 0 4 4 4 5 13 6 10 2 2 4 2 10 7 2 0 4 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 110 only five strong players, according to Edmonson. The sixth, seventh and eighth men on the bench are questionable. The team also lacks overall quickness, a problem in putting together the fast break. Edmonson^, emphasized, however, that the biggest problem is sloppy ball handling with his team turning the ball over 45 times in two games. He also said foul shooting percentages need improvement. Coach Edmonson is new to RCHS but he has experience at coaching basketball. Before he came to Rappahannock, he coached the eighth and ninth grade teams at Franklin High School. In his first year there, he took his team to the Fall Line District Semi-finals with a 68 record. The starting five on the JV squad are 6-2 freshman forward Mike Leake, 6-2 sophomore center Carl Frye, 5-9 sophomore guard Glenn Fletcher, 5-5 freshman guard Robert Myers and 6-2 sophomore forward Lee Anderson. The JV season got underway with a victory over Clarke County at home on December 5. Forward Mike Leake and guard Glenn Fletcher provided the Panthers with l2 points apiece in the 37-20 win over the Eagles. The second game against Central on December 7 went right down to the wire. The Panthers came out on the bottom, 36-35, despite an impressive 22 point binge from Leake. Sports Reports By Joe McCullough TROA Elects 1980 Officers The Northern Virginia chapter of the Retired Officers Association has elected Brig. Gen. James M. Gibson, USA, its president for 1980. Other officers are LTC James J. Woodward, USAF, and LCDR Maynard L. Hamilton, USN, vicepresident, Major Albert J. Wright, AUS, secretary, and Captain Mary L. Conner, USN, treasurer. The officers will be installed at the January meeting at Fort Myer. The chapter will hold its annual Christmas ball Dec. 20 at the Fort Myer Officers Open Mess. Reservations and membership information are available by calling Major Wright, 256-0793. Building? •Paint •Lumber f •Milwork i •Hardware Complete One-Step BUILDING SUPPLY Warrenton Building Material Co., Inc. on the By Pass Warmiton 347-1400 Germanna Head Retires Dr. Arnold E. Wirtala will retire Aug. 30, 1980, as president of Germanna Community College, a post he has held since Sept. 1, 1969, when he became the new college’s first president. When he retires he will have been in higher education for 32 years. buried by the Mountaineers, 59-74. Madison took the lead with the opening basket and kept it through the entire game. Rappahannock, led by Gary Leake with 19 points and Dean Wilson with 13, kept coming close only to have Madison convert on the Crucial plays. The Panthers pulled to within one in the third quarter but then missed the shot that would have given them the lead. A crucial factor in the outcome was Leake’ fouling out in the final minutes of the game. Despite the lopsided score, Rappahannock outrebounded Madison. 34-33. In control of the boards for the Panthers were Wilson with 11 rebounds and Leake with nine. Player Leake Bright Wilson G. Jenkins Tomko J. Jenkins Armentrout Wayland Settle FG FT TP R 7 5 19 9 3 1 7 4 3 7 13 11 10 2 1 2 2 6 3 0 0 0 2 113 0 3 2 8 0 0 1 13 JV Defeated The JV Panthers lost to Madison. 47-31. “The main problems were turnovers and our inability to hit from the free throw line,” said coach Bob F.dmonson. From the charity strip, the Panthers converted on only 12 out of 27 attempts. "Free throwshooting will be one of the first things we’ll work on in the next practice,” Edmonson added. Glenn Fletcher led the Panthers with 10 points, the only Rappahannock player in double figures, and Carl Frye was the rebounding leader with seven. From the free throw line, Mike Leake hit two out of five attempts, Dwayne Myers hit one out of four, Fletcher made two out of four. Frye hit three out of four and Lee Anderson connected on only four out of 13 tries. Player FG FT TP R Leake Myers Fletcher Anderson Frye Martin Atkins 3 2 8 1 1 3 2 10 4 4 3 5 0 2 0 0 0 1 JOY TO ALL May the memories of times gone past brighten your spirit and fill your Christmas with joy. Skippy, Skip, Kenneth and Pat Giles. Terry Fritts Mike Hudson WASHINGTON CASH STORE Washington, Va. 675-3514 o Thanking You For Your Kindness And Support f During Our 2nd Year And Wishing One and All j A Happy Christmas .5 And A Wonderful New Yea The Inn Washington, Va. 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WILLIAM PRINTZ Agent People’s Life Insurance Company Amissville, Va. HERE WE COME \\ A-WASS AILIN G Singing tidings of great joy and thanks, and wishing you all the special joy that only Christmas brings. Turner-Robertshaw FUNERAL HOME FRONT ROYAL 1200 N. SHENANDOAH AVE. Acid Rain, Invisible Poison By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock Nmra Staff Writer The smells that waft over the mountain are not the only “gift” Front Royal sends to Rappahannock County. Chemicals released by town plants into the air add to acid rain, “the invisible poison” that now falls on every state east of the Mississippi River, according to Jim Northup. Northup, a naturalist at Shenandoah National Park, the county’s only resident chimney sweep and vicepresident of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection, addressed the threat posed by acid rain at RLEP’s quarterly meeting held December 7. In the manufacture of rayon, Avtex’s viscose plant in Front Royal uses sulphuric acid and releases sulphur dioxide into the air, making it a “particular offender” jn adding to local levels of acid rain, Northup said. "The problem is just beginning to affect our area,” Northup noted. He reported rainfalls in Piedmont Virginia with acid levels ten times that of normal rain. The Appalachian area, with its naturally acidic, thin soil covering over solid rock, is particularly sensitive to acid rain, Northup continued. He relayed concern felt by Shenandoah Park biologists who are currently monitoring rain for acid levels. Northup described acid rain as one of the most difficult environmental problems to deal with. "It has no taste and no odor. For years, we’ve seen its effects without knowing the cause.” According to Northup, acid rain is directly related to emissions, particularly nitrates and sulphur dioxide coming from two primary sources—utility companies and automobiles. “That’s two things very dear to Anterican hearts: cheap energy and our cars.” Coal Use-Acid Rain The increased use of coal seen as a solution to the country’s energy needs will significantly increase the problem of acid rain, Northup said. He was cirtical of recent remarks made by Virginia Governor John Dalton. The Governor maintained that too much emphasis has been placed on energy conservation when the nation should instead be increasing its use of coal and nuclear power. Northup also noted the resistance of industry to emission controls,. As a private individual, he said he would be willing to pay the added cost of products if the increase arose from steps taken to protect the environment. “Hordes of lobbyists are descending on Washington, attempting to have controls (instituted by the Federal Clean Air Act) relaxed,” Northup said. He called for public support on the side of federal environmental controls to combat the intensive lobbying efforts by industry. According to Northup, the Avtex plant in Front Royal has been given a variance on meeting air quality standards jintil the company completes a cost analysis of implementing controls to meet those same government standards. Northup promised the audience that RLEP will continue to monitor Avtex’s non-compliance. In listing dangers associated with acid rain, Northup included (1) respiratory problems. (2) water supply contamination from lead and copper leached from pipes by acid rain, (3) crop damage and reduced plant growth caused by the stripping of waxy leaf coverings. Northup attributed the drop of 14 per cent of overall forest production to the effects of acid rain. He also noted that acid rain dissolves The Country Store’s First Annual Years End Store-wide Sale •Christmas Ornaments, Cards, Tins, Etc. 40% OFF •Children’s Toys, Games, Puzzles 20% OFF •Old Fashioned Candy 15% OFF *Hand Crafted Pottery 15% OFF •Antique and New Quilts 10% OFF * •Many other items too numerous to list. 10*50% OFF C&JNTRY JTOREof Washington, Virginia SALE DATES 12/26 thru 12/30 Hours: 1 p a.m. to 6 p.m. art treasures, as well as the paint on buildings and cars. “If something isn’t done, acid rain will dissolve the Acropolis beyond recognition in 25 more years,” he added. In addition, acid rain causes the destruction of fisheries, Northup continued. He reported that 150 Canadian lakes are now sterile from acid rain while 180 lakes in New York state are “totally without life.” Northup offered no pat solutions. “It's not an easy problem, to deal with. We have to weigh the short term costs against the long term benefits," he'said. “How much research is industry putting into solving the problem?” asked E. P, Luke chairman of the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors. He noted that during the year of the county's battle against the Vepco power line, the giant utility had a research budget of only $3,000. “If it's not done by industry, then the federal government wUl have to do it,** Luke maintained. “I have, no idea howmuch industry's spending oh research to improve the environment,” Northup answered. “The acid rain problem is being addressed primarily by the federal government, colleges and universities. It’s a unique environmental problem because it affects everyone. It’s pretty hard to get away from the rain,’’ he concluded. —Rappahannock Nm Photo/S. Latham THE MERRILL MOTOR COMPANY BUILDING is getting a face lift, as well as a complete renovation. Since L. V. Merrill’s retirement, the building in Washington has been purchased by Dr. Werner Krebser and is undergoing renovation for a shop or two and apartments. He anticipates its completion by early spring. Failing Leaves Become Fertilizer “Planning a garden next spring and summer? Then right now is the time to get ready for it.” This advice was offered to people who have fallen leaves by Chairman Raymond R. Kite of the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District. “The trick is simple. You use leaves to create a compost pile that will give you' valuable fertilizer next spring. It will also make the ground much better for growing vegetables and flowers,” the Chairman added. He cited technical advice from Norman O. Wilson of Richmond, Forester for the USDA Soil Conservation Service. “All that you need are your fallen leaves, small amounts of fertilizer and limestone, some chicken wire, and the following instructions." To prepare the compost pile, make an enclosure of chicken wire—usually round in shape. Place the leaves inside the wire. When your first layer is one foot thick, sprinkle three cups of fertilizer (5-10-5 or 8-8-8 will do) per bushel of leaves to help speed decay. In Virginia, with generally acid soil, it’s a. good idea to add'1 'ode ' ciif>" ‘' of agriculturallimestone to each bushel of organic mixture. If your compost pile is to be used for azaleas or rhododendrons, the lime i hreatens Fines “Forest managers in western Virginia and Christmas tree growers throughout the State will be interested in learning more about a new insect pest of white pine recently discovered in western Virginia,” said C. L. Morris, Associate State Forester, Virginia Division of Forestry, Dept, of Conservation and Economic Development. The introduced pine sawfly, although not new to the United States, is new to Virginia. It feeds primarily on our native eastern white pine, but also will defoliate other conifers including Scotch, red and Austrian pines. The major reason for concern in Virginia is that in the southern Appalachians the insect has three successive hatches of feeding larvae each summer. This results in extensive defoliation and damage to the host trees. Observations in western North Carolina, where the pest was discovered in 1977, show white pines suffering defoliation for the past two years have one-third of their tops killed. The larval (feeding) stage can be found from May through November. The larvae, when their feeding cycle is over, spin a tough brown cocoon. These cocoons can be found on twigs of the host trees and on surrounding vegetation, including grasses. “The Virginia Division of Forestry will monitor the insect and will launch a biological control program,” said Morris. Laboratory rearing of one effective parasite of the sawfly is currently underway and a second parasite will be added in 1980. These parasites will be distributed throughout the infested area in 1980-81. Infestations of this new sawfly currently! exist throughout the eastern half of Rockingham County and probably extend into Shenandoah and Augusta Counties. The North Carolina infestation has been found to extend into Grayson County, Virginia. Baumgardner *s Have Daughter Mr. and Mrs. Douglas K. Baumgardner of Sperryville are the parents of a daughter, Caroline Hampton, born December 17, 1979 in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Grandparents of the infant are Mr. and Mrs. Joseph S. DeJamette of Culpeper and Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Baumgardner of Washington. Mrs. E. H. DeJamette of Madison is the greatgrandmother.^^ Merry Christmas and our thanks • to one and all The Record Den 327 Southgate Culpapar, Va. should not be added. (Separate compost heaps for these flowering plants and for vegetable gardens is another good idea.) After adding fertilizer and lime to the leaves, wet the entire mixture. In addition, keep the top of the pile of leaves flat so rain will soak in. If the compost heap seems to be getting too little aeration, or looks too dry, you may need to turn the heap from time to time. After the first foot of leaves has b^en treated, the procesis can be repeated until the pike reaches the top of the chicken wire enclosure. Leaves are not the only suitable material for the compost heap. Y,ou may also grass clippings, stems and stalks from last summer's garden, and even such things as vegetable hulls and corn cobs. r "In the fall, “Chairman Kite said, “you see lo'ts of people who rake up their leaves and burn them. This is a waste. They are throwing away natural fertilizer that would help their garden in the spring." T. flU BALDWIN ; STATE PUR 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 Spcrryville, V*. 987-9240 • - '• 1 i 'X s ■: > •' * • • I hank you jor your patronage. AL’S PLUMBING & HEATING Washington, Va. 675-8780 ft/e’re wishing all our neighbors and friends the best that Christmas has to offer, and much more. Many thanks for your loyal, continued patronage. Elmer S. Atkins Philips "66"-Antique Shop and Cider Mill Sperryville, Va. etc*, me It’s our favorite time of the year tind one of the most enjoyable privileges of the season is greeting our many good friends and customers and wishing them the best that life has to offers Merry Christmas To You All! i RAPPAHANNOCK NATIONAL BANK Washington, Virginia t < : . s i i . Member FDIC

£5 i vm A In nr „nn ___ — Rappahannock New*Photo/S. Latham SANTAS ELVES HAVE BEEN BUSY at Rappahannock Cold Storage in Sperryville packing apples as the demand for Christmas fruit accelerated production. Red and golden delicious are big sellers at this time, and are graded before packaging. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year The Beauty Box Washington and i Best Wishes ] \ for a s l Happy New Tear j We appreciate the patronage and contact of each of the fine people who we have had the privilege of serving. Culpeper Custom Jewelers s hxrlusivi' keepsake Diamoml Dealer" 140 E. Davis St. Culpeper 825-8366 $ * music of long remembered Christmas carols Ijring harmony and love to your world. Sincere thanks. RAPPAHANNOCK HOME MUTUAL Fire Insurance Company Washington, Va. May the glorious Lions Seeking Exchange Youth Melanie I hornhill, a freshman at the University of Virginia at Charlottesville, returned to her alma mater, Rappahannock County High School, this week to tell an assembly of seniors and juniors of her time last summer in Switzerland with the Lions International Youth Exchange program. Melanie described her fiveweek visit in The Alps as an experience she would never forget. “I stayed with three different families,” she said. “We went snow skiing, and spent some days lounging in the sun.” Melanie said she was treated as a member of the family in each household JMU Scholarship Offered Applications are now being accepted for a new $600 faculty-staff scholarship at James Madison University. The scholarship will be awarded for the first time in the1 fall Of 1980 to ah'fentoring freshman in the university's College of Letters and Sciences. The award will be given solely on the basis of merit. To be eligible for the scholarship a student must rank in the upper fifth of his or her high school class in the junior year. The recipient must also have College Board scores of 1,100 or more with neither the verbal nor math score below 500. In addition, the recipient must demonstrate the potential to make exceptional non-academic contributions at JMU. Persons interested in applying for the scholarship should contact Dr. Martha B. Caldwell, Art Department, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va. 22801. and has made some life-time friendships. Sid Mank, Rappahannock Lions Club Youth Exchange chairman, and other members of the, club, outlined the program and called for applicants for next summer’s exchange visits. Young people from all over Virginia will travel together next July by transatlantic jet to Paris for three days of sightseeing before proceeding by train to the homes of their host families throughout Western Europe, Scandinavia and Finland for a five-week stay. The Rappahannock Lions club awards a $500 scholarship to help defray the travel expenses of its representative. Room and board at the host family in Europe is free. Young men and women of the county, aged 16 through 20 should apply to the Guidance Office at the High School or contact Sid Mank at 675-3244. Host families are also needed for Lions Club Youth Exchange visitors frpin Europe. These young people, who all speak English, will arrive any time from June through August, depending on country of origin. Any families interested in having an exchange youth in their home for 4 to 5 weeks should also contact Mank or any member of the Rappahannock Lions Club. ^rawmwinwniuaii Our Special Coat Sale Find savings you can appreciate on our winter coats...some with fur, all great fabrics and leather. See them soon. 9le Shop South Gate Shopping Center Culpeper Visa Free gift wrapping MC Open 9 to 9 until Christmas Acres of parking space s At RLEP By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock News Staff Writer George Beard, Rappahannock’s representative in the Virginia House of Delegates, gave a brief rundown on the upcoming General Assembly session at the December 7 meeting of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. Introduced by RLEP president Phil Irwin as a man "who might turn out to be one of the greatest legislators of all time,” Beard jokingly warned the audience “you better wipe your feet off when you leave here.” His remark opened the informal presentation with a round of chuckles. Facing a group concerned with environmental issues, Beard began by reviewing waste disposal control measures implemented recently by local Firms, Rochester, Double Day and Rental Uniform in Culpeper. Stricter controls were implemented, said Beard, in response to citizen concern over waste disposal from manufacturing processes. Beard noted that a new speaker will replace retiring House of Delegates leader John Warren Cook and added that he'd been approached about serving on another committee. (Beard currently serves on the Finance and Agriculture Committees and several subcommittees.) He also expressed hope that the new speaker will change the make-up of the education committee, described by Beard as “one of the most liberal.” According to Beard, most of the current education committee members are teachers who have “no understanding of economic issues. A lot of the mandates that you’re suffering with in Rappahannock County right now came out of that committee,” he added. Acknowledging Rappahannock's trash problem, Beard reported that the last session of the General Assembly had passed a litter bill that has yet to be adopted by any Virginia county. He said the ordinance calls for either (1) an automatic fine of $1,000 or (2) six months spent cleaning up the road sides for throwing litter out of an automobile. Beard criticized action taken on the last day of the 1979 Assembly session to cut $1,300,000 from community college budgets. According to Beard, ill colleges suffered because a few were suspected of inflating enrollment figures. "They didn’t bother to check the individual community colleges and cut only those that were guilty. 'Then) they took the money and gave it to seven cities." Beard said, adding that the cities weren’t required to account for the expenditure of the funds. Describing Germanna Community College south of Culpeper as “a great asset" and an institution that provides "solid education." Beard promised to investigate community college funding during the 1980 session. Noting that there is a movement to eliminate the sales tax on food, the 25th legislative district representative said he’s “on the fence” because “1 don’t know what’s going to replace the $3 billion in revenue.” He added that he couldn’t support replacement of the lost food tax money with a hike in state income tax. Beard also indicated he was torn on what position to take in regard to a gas tax increase. “If it’s not raised, highway funds (to localities) will be cut. There’s already a —Rappahannock News Photo/S. Latham AMONG HIS OTHER SKILLS, Dr. William Bloomer, Superintendent of Schools in Rappahannock, is very efficient at serving punch, as he demonstrated last Thursday when refreshments were served following the Christmas concert of the high school choir. Mrs. Douglas Bywaters of Flint Hill is the guest. SINGER CUTS THE COST OF CHRISTMAS We'll Save You Up To $50 on a machine that makes it easy and fun to create stylish fashions and home furnishings for less than half of what they would cost ready-made. It’s a terrific present that will keep on paying for itself every time it’s used. So come in to the Singer Store today and delight her on Christmas morning with a brand new Singer* machine. Open Friday Evening until Christmas Culpeper Singer Store 128 N. Main St. 825-1896 SI 17 million shortage in maintenance funds as of October 1," he said. “But in all the four counties I represent (Rappahannock, Culpeper. Madison and Orange), everybody’s got to go to work in automobiles. It's not like the urban areas where they have public' transportation.” Because of the pocketbook impact that a gas tax raise will have. Beard said it will be difficult for him to support this legislation. He reported that the state school budget calls for $300 Visits Show Increase For the first time this year, travel to Shenandoah National Park shows an increase. According to statistics released by superintendent # Robert Jacobsen, visits for November, 1979, totalled 101.000—up 1.2 percent from the 99.800 visits in November. 1978. Overnight stays also stepped up from 15.671 in November. 1978. to 16,654 in the same month of 1979. Calendar Year 1978 still shows a decrease in visits of 22.6 per cent, however, when compared with Calendar Year 1978. Readings taken at the Big Meadows Weather Station give^ maximum November temperature of 63 degrees and a minimum of -6 degrees. Precipitation during the month amounted to 5.28 inches. more per pupil in state funds. “Madison and Rappahannock in particular suffer greatly from tl$ state mandates unless they get the money to go with it so I will support the school budget,” Beard promised. He predicted that the 1980 session of the General Assembly will see “more innovations, new ways of doing things" that will get the business of setting Virginia law done more efficiently. “You won’t see bills slip through," he added. Beard closed on a note of relative optimism: “There's no trend what-so-ever to put on any new taxes," he told the RLEP audience. (Constituents who need to reach Delegate Beard during the January and February General Assembly session should call him during the week at 804-786-7102.) Menus Sursum Corda School (Mon. & Tues. are holidays) Wednesday Macaroni and cheese, green beans with butter, whole wheat muffins with butter, pears, milk. Thursday Minestrone soup, peanut butter and honey sandwich, bananas, milk. Friday Roman rice and beans, kale with lemon butter, wholewheat crackers, banana pudding, milk. May the blessings of the Christmas season be yours. Greetings from Lerner’s Dept. Store 129 E. Davis Street Culpeper, Va. GIVE A KERO-SUN FOR CHRISTMAS Radiant 36 You need something that’s dependable, efficient, safp, economical, and requires no outside power. You need a Kero-Sun heater. Want to be considered a genius by your family? Get a Kero Sun portable kerosene heater, and when the power goes off, get it on. They’ll love you! But don’t wait for an emergency — a Kero Sun heater is perfect anytime for those nasty cold spots in the base ment, workshop, garage, barn, greenhouse. Also in stores and of fices. The Radiant 36 (above) operates with no odor and no smoke—none! Fill the small, removable fuel tank and it's ready for 20 hours of all-out heating. Heat output: a hefty 9,400 BTU/hour. All this is in a handsome steel unit that's no bigger than some overnight bags. There’s a battery-powered pushbutton igniter built in. And for complete peace of mind, all Kero Sun heaters are equipped with a tip-over shutoff device. Get a Kero Sun heater — when the power goes off, it’s a friend indeed! 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Fuel Help Available Persons who are 60 years of age or older who think they may be eligible for the fuel assistance program, may apply at the Senior Nutrition Site from 10:00 a.m. to Noon on any Thursday. The Nutrition site is located at the Hampton Inn on Route 522. Applications will also be taken any day of the week at the Welfare Office in Washington. I'o be eligible for the fuel assistance program. a household must have an income below 125 per cent of the poverty level. That would In- S4.250 for one person, Ss.()25 for two pepole. $7,000 for three people, and $8,375 lor tour people. There is also a limit on cash resources of $3,000 for households which include at least one person who is 60 or over. For further information, call the Area Agency on Aging, 825-6494, or the Rappahannock Welfare Department 625-3613. The NFL Superbowl TV broadcast draws the largest audience of sports enthusiasts of any TV sportcast. Forty-three percent of the viewers are women. The earth suffers a million earthquakes a year, but about 10 big ones cause damage. .t this glittering time of the year we send wishes * for your happiness, glowing with bright\ hope for the future. We look forward to serving you agai SPERRYVILLE EXXON Fred Settle, Owner 987-8578 Atlas Tires - Oil State Inspection Station Batteries 24 Hour Wrecker Service to Every®"® eacV^ pacW'^fc * Q^r'sWaS l °' s'°flnd ««rt8 k «•*£** Pat,0°^ SOUTHERN STATES FRONT ROYAL COOPERATIVE. Inc. Front Royal 21 Manassas Sfracia&o Huntsman Wood-burning Stove Model 241 only $37500 Bargains in Oil Heaters Perfection Oil Heater 65.000 BTU s279°° 38.000 BTU model for only s225°° WASHINGTON CASH STORE Washington, Va. 675-3514 * —Photo Courtesy of Menul Retardation Service* SHARING-A-CARE—Eleanor Davis (kneeling) watches as Elizabeth Noland practices the art of applying lipstick, during make-up lessons given by Share-A-Care volunteer Joan Lane. For information on joining Share-A-Care, contact Mental Retardation Services, 825-4343 or 825-4344. Free Energy Savers From VDE Holiday budgets can be stretched with a free "Energy Conservation Checklist tor the Home" from the Virginia Division of Energy. "Simple techniques such as lowering the thermostat five degrees at night cuts most heating bills by 15 per cent. The new ‘Checklist' is full of these fuel and money saving ideas that won't cost the homeowner a dime." said William Lindquist of the Energy Division. Call toll-free 1-800-552.18.11 to receive a free copy ot ‘‘Energy Conservation Checklist for the Home". A free packet of step by step instructions for caulking, weatherstripping and insulating a home is also available by dialing the Energy Hot Line. For a complete list of free energy saving information from the Division of Energy, dial 1-800-552,3831, or write Energy, 310 Turner Road, Richmond. VA 23225. Cannon Elected To Angus Asso. Donna Faye Cannon of Castleton has been elected to membership in the American Angus Association. This association, with some 38,000 active life and junior members, is the largest beef cattle registry association in the world. Its computerized records include detailed information on nearly 10 million registered Angus. OLD MILL STABLES Woodville, Va. Wishes to express their appreciation for your patronage and would like to extend a wish for a Merry Christmas and Happy, New Year Beti uscMei (pi ci (ktokti Qjhdhimq Ch/i&fauu H«f», bonoalli Mm lonpflfihft glow, m gathor to joyously ring out, "Hoio,M To you and all ttwso you bald door, a holiday AIM with lots of choort L. R. WATERS, Inc. Brandy Station Road, Culpopor o I^e’re joining ,thesc carolers in their heartfelt refrain: Peace on earth . . . good will toward men. Season’s best to all. To'all* our special thanks. SPERRYVILLE CORNER STORE Sperryville, Va. i Sham-A - Ca re - Helps Retarded Adults Five female clients of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Mental Retardation Services were recently treated to a free make-up demonstration. Joan Lane, a Mary Kay make-up representative for the area, donated her time, supplies and expertise to show the women the art of applying make-up. The make-up party was held at the apartment of one of the clients of FireRescue The Washington Volunteer Fire Dept, answered a call on December 11 to the residence of D. L. Price for a chimney fire and on December 17, to the home of Edward Hudson for a chimney fire. The Washington Rescue Squad transported James William Hughes from his home in Gid Brown Hollow December 12 to Warren Memorial and on December 14 transported him to Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Bill Freeman of Washington was taken to Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal on December 9 and December 6 William Knight was taken to Warren Memorial after falling from a moving pickup truck on Rt. 211. Mental Retardation Services who is currently in the Apartment Living Program, which provides personal support and encouragement to persons who have learned sufficient skills to live on their own. Staff members of Mental Retardation Services provide guidance in such areas as shopping, meal preparation, simple sewing, care of clothing, housekeeping, job hunting, money management and social skills. Although most of the women who participated in the make-up demonstration are in their late 20’s and early 30’s, this was their first opportunity to experiment with make-up. Through Joan Lane’s generous donations to the “Share a Care” volunteer program of Mental Retardation Services, the women reaped valuable experience in grooming and socialization. For further information about the Apartment Living Program or the Share a Care volunteer program, contact' Mental Retardation Services, 825-4343 or 825-4344. Small quantities of ivory are obtained from the Hippopotamus, narwhal, walrus and other animals. More people of Irish descent live in the U. S. than in Ireland. That magical Christmas feeling And warm, lasting glow, Come from thanking the friends, We’re so happy to know! The Gordons H&J Grocery Rt. 231 ■ Sperryville OPEN 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. , Christmas Day ^Her#| Nigkt k We hope you enjoy 1 everything ^ this wonderful season has to offer. Thank vou. friends. BRADFORD'S HntHa 675-3593 rams or Iij>Ckriitaii kriif frinfa ti jnr imrtrjm km. h tto (In »f jnr friraixkip ntni tiiHN ttiita, d 1 Charles E. Sutphin, Inc, : Rt. 211, Washington, Va. ctcw.mc. Just a cheery little greeting to say, may your i Yuletide season be merry in every way! Old Hollow Grocery Sperryville, Va. May everyone around your tree share the sparkling gaiety and bounty of this bright holiday! To our good friends warm greetings and thanks. ISB Country Manor Gift Shop Sperryville, Va. 987-8761 J~[oping all the precious i things in Life will come to you this Christmas! J! Warm thanks. FLINT HILL GARAGE Used Dealer No. 3824 Virginia Inspection Station 24-Hour Wrecker Service Heavenly ^ angels pray for a joyous Christmas for you and those you hold most dear. Ever thankful f&r your trust and devotion, we join them in their good wishes. ■:-V VP-. ~%f%r 'V. -K CLORE FUNERAL HOME 415 S. Main St. Culpeper ' i''-' . . ’ ~f * fti i' •:

Iftnal £Jribuf<> CLORE FUNERAL HOME / he Home of Thoughtful Service " PHONE 825-2361 CULPEPER CEMETERY MEMORIALS * kv HolidayT GREETINGS* Your Patronage Is Appreciated . May We Continue To Serve You Mike Brown, Proprietor * B&B SERVICE CENTER Rt. 211 West, Washington, Va. Iset’s all sing a carol of peace, serenity aind goodwill, this special holiday season. Many thanks j to all our friends for your loyal patronage, j Sperryville Emporium Sperryviffe, Va. Bee Officers Elected New officers elected at the annual meeting of the Northern Piedmont Beekeepers Association .December 6 were John Amberson of Castleton president.NCraig .Estes of Madison vice president. Maurice Herndon’ of Sperryville secretary, and Raymond Johnson of Woodville treasurer. On the program committee to plan the quarter meetings held by the Association are Craig Estes of Madison, chairman; Mrs. Maynard Hoffman of Culpeper, W. W. Chiles of Orange, and Lyt .Wood, Woodville. Garrett Moore of Lexington, president, and Tommy Ragsdale of Orange, secretary-treasurer, of the Virginia State Beekeepers Association addressed the local association. The women of the Burnt Tree Grange prepared and served the delicious Christmas dinner. Memberships are being taken for 1980. Interested beekeepers may contact Raymond Johnson at 9878685. The Northern Piedmont Association has over 50 members, most amateur beekeepers who have one or more colonies of bees. For you and your dear ones, : we wish a holiday filled with the \ warmth and wonder of Christmas. It has been a pleasure to serve you. - . COMMONWEALTHCO^f/ Fw-t «<»»••,. lumber & hardware center - f'r ■ ■ ' ■?; “' ■ ■ " ■ ■ _' _ 1 Obituaries Jones * Lucy Williams Jones, 75, of Front Royal, died Monday, December 10, 1979, in Warren Memorial. Hospital, Front Royal. Funeral services were held Thursday at the chapel of - Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal conducted by the Rev. John P. Oliver. Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery in Front Royal. Mrs. Jones was born March 30, 1904, in Rappahannock County, daughter of the late James Thomas Williams and. Sydney Rutherford Williams, She was the wife of the late John 1 Wilmer Jones. She is survived by one son, Clarence E. Jones of Lynchburg; one daughter, Eleanor Rutherford of Front Royal; one brother, Daniel Williams of Front Royal and nine grandchildren. MUSICIANS IN SPECIAL CLASSES at RCHS who participated in the Christinas concert with the school choir last Thursday include, director, Ms. Robin Dexter, Judith Bloomer, flautists; Janine Bloomer, DeeDee Grant and Doug Nichols, on clarinets. Food Stamp Rules Eased for Elderly Food Stamp regulations are being changed Jan. 1 to provide increases in maximum coupon allotments, and increases in deductions for certain households with elderly or disabled members. Under the new guidelines, two special deductions will be given to households with members who are 60 years of age or older, or are recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, or receive Social Security Administration (SSA) disability benefits. First, these households will be allowed to deduct medical and dental expenses that exceed $35 a month. This includes doctor and dentist bills. drug expenses, hospitalization premiums and medical transportation expenses. These persons will have to verify their expenses before a deduction will be given. Prior to the Jan. 1 change, no deductions were given for medical expenses. Second, these households will not have a maximum limit set for shelter deductions. Instead, they will be allowed to deduct the amount of their shelter cost that exceeds 50 per cent of the household’s net income. Previously, no more than $90 could be deducted for shelter costs. Any household that wishes to have medical expenses used in figuring their food stamp allotment or that wishes their case to be refigured to allow their total shelter costs, must report to their local welfare department by telephone, mail or in person. These households may have to provide copies of their medical bills and Medicare or other insurance reimbursements. The standard deduction for all households is also being increased, from $70 to $75. as a result of the Jan. 1 changes. These deductions are used in determining a house The News From Boston By MRS. MARIE ATKINS Rappahannock New* Correspondent Mr. and Mrs. Howard Mason held open house Saturday afternoon for family and friends. Shelvy Frazier of Castleton was a Thursday caller of his parents. Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Frazier. Mr. and Mrs. Guthrie Beddingfield of Alexandria were Monday guests of Mrs. Beddingfield’s father, the Rev. W. B. Dennis. . Mr., and Mrs. Lewis Smith visife&Tn Muand^riday. / ■ ' Mr. and Mrs. James Peyton. Penny, Jeff and Kindal and Mrs. Ray Frazier, Jr.. Michele and Michael Aylor Completes Training Marine Pvt. William L. Aylor Jr., son of Lillian F. and William L. Aylor Sr. of Washington, has completed the infantry combat training course at the Marine Corps Base. Camp Pendleton. Calif. During the six-week course, he received classroom instruction and participated in field exercises involving infantry tactics; the construction and camouflage of fighting positions; and the use of mines, demolitions, and intra-company communications equipment. His specialized training centered on the duties of a rifleman, with emphasis on squad tactics and the techniques of fire of the squad’s weapons. A 1978 graduate of Rappahannock High School, Aylor joined the Marine Corps in May 1979. were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins ol Sperryville for lunch. John Barfield has returned home for the holidays from VP1. Blacksburg. Mr. and Mrs. William Meade and Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Meade were in Richmond Sunday to attend the funeral of their cousin. Mrs. Elizabeth Wolfrey. Mr. and Mrs. Carter White made a recent trip to Williamsburg. Those calling on Mr. and Mrs. Billy Fincham and family during the past week were Mr. and Mrs. Billy Meredith of Reva Park, Mr. and Mrs. Billy Fincham. Jr. and Wesley of Etlan and Mr. and Mrs. John Lamb and sons. With this issue 1 would like to thank all in the area for vour patronage during the past year and may each of you receive many blessings as we celebrate Christmas in the true spirit. May God bless you all as we look forward to working together in 1980. Sold Out! Boy Scout Troop 123 of Washington will not be selling Christmas trees on Saturday and Sunday. December 22 and 23 as previously advertised. Their entire stock of Christmas trees, wreaths and other Christmas items were completely sold out this past weekend. The boys would like to thank everyone who came out and supported their only money making project of the year. Also, a special thanks to those who donated items to their sale and the parents who always find the time to help. Happy holidays, ▼ » . - friends and neighbors. Thanks for letting us serve you. Nish North & Son 1 Aubrey North Heady. Vkitela f 4 Photo 635-2337 hold’s eligibility for the Food Stamp Program. Maximum monthly coupon allotments are being increased form $2 to $9, depending on the size of the household. For example, a one person household is being increased from S61 to $63. a four person household from S204 to $209. and an eight person household from $367 to $376. At present, nearly 295.000 persons in Virginia make use of the Food Stamp Program. Nearly $9 million in food stamps are issued to these persons each month. Persons wishing more information on the Food Stamp Program should contact the Rappahannock department of welfare at 6753613 or call the Virginia Department of Welfare, tollfree. at 1-800-552-3431. r VASAP Offers Party Packs Cheese and meat dishes served during a party over the holiday season could save someone’s life when it comes to drinking and driving. “Most people are not aware that nigh protein foods slow down the rate of alcohol absorbtion into the bloodstream,” said John T. Hanna. director of the Virginia Department of Transportation Safety. “Food will not prevent intoxication, but it helps,” he added. Many such possible lifesaving tips are offered again this year to Virginia drivers by the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP) in its' “Party Packs” available at no cost. Included with the high protein recipes are several tasty alcohol-free drinks and some party games that should keep guests laughing more and making fewer visits to the bar. “No matter what you do, there always seems to be one or two guests at the party who overdo it and then insist on driving home." Hanna stated. “Any measure must be taken to prevent them from driving." Party Packs are available at participating ABC stores, ASAP offices or by writing the Virginia Department of Transportation Safety. 300 Turner Road. Richmond. Va. SAs you kindle the light of hospitality in your heart and hearth, may every bright delight of the holiday be yours. wmm»" Lane's Appliances, Inc. 138 N. Main St. - Culpeper, Va. 825-9588 mogmning Friday, DocombT 14th. we wftf b* op6n JPvry Nlgkt vntllStQQ PWM, vn*4l Qhrhtma*. 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Hoping this Christmas Season is the merriest ever! Gilliam Lumber Co. Commerce Ave., Front Royal » SeaiottA OwU4 \\iV IIJ // ^ _ tlfith glad thoughts of of Christmas in our hearts, we wish one and all the best of this beautiful, bountiful time. Warm thanks. BALDWIN'S GROCER Y Washington, Va. Sperryville News , By MRS. B. M. VARNER Rappahannock Nrwa Correspondent •* -Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stout of State College, Pa. were Tuesday guests of Mrs. Carroll Quaintance. Her sisters, Mrs. Walter Stout of Cranford, N. J. and Mrs. Richard Smith of Alloway, N. J. will arrive Thursday for the holidays. Luncheon guests Sunday of Mrs. T. M. Johnston were Mr. and Mrs. Roger Tanner, Harold Duffy, Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Johnson and Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Meade, all of Charlottesville, Hunter Tanner of Stanardsville, Dawson Tanner of Wolftown, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Willoughby of Unionville, Patricia Willoughby and Jim Ballard of Culpeper, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Reams, Brad and Morgan of Winchester. Mr. and Mrs. Carson Johnson and C. B. were hosts to a pre-Christmas dinner for the Brown family Sunday. Mrs. Brown Miller attended Open House at the Susan B. Miller home in Woodstock Saturday where her husband is a patient. Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Aylor and Heather were guests Saturday of Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Aylor and Dvid in Woodbridge and Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Cozzo in Falls Church. Mr. and Mrs. Kent Pierce attended the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sisk at the community center in Jeffersonton Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Snellings of Baileys Crossroads were luncheon guests Saturday of Mr. Nina B. Brown. Sunday callers were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Williams of Front Royal. Kim Estes of Mary Washington College, Fredericksburg arrived home Friday to spend the holiday season with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles K. Estes, Ken and Susan. Mr. and Mrs. Fred W. Schafer and Fred C. $giaefer were dinner guests Sunday evening of Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Palmer and sons in Warrenton. Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Mathews of Front Royal were visitors Saturday of Mrs. Virginia Lewis. Natalie and Jimmy Swindler of the University of Virginia, Charlottesville are home for the holidays with their family, Mr. and Mrs. James Swindler and Bobette. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Holland spent last week in Chattanooga, Tenn. with relatives. Dr. and Mrs. Larry Kushner of Gaithersburg, Md. were visitors from Friday to Sunday of Mrs. Catherine Brown. Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Barnes of Arlington were callers Friday of Mrs. B. M. Varner. Mrs. Ted Psyzenny has returned home from the Washington Hospital Center. Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Wayland of Alexandria are guests of Mrs. Earle Wayland. Visitors Sunday of Mrs. Wayland and Mrs. Mabel Gore were Mrs. Phyllis Shirey, Mrs. Donald Williams and Mrs. Jean Konek of Richmond. Mrs. Jack Bruce, Mrs. T. M. Johnston, Mrs. Mary Quaintance, Mrs. Fred Schaefer and Diane Bruce were in Washington, D. C. last Thursday to see a performance of “Daisy Marne” at the Kennedy Center. Washington News Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sengstack of Springfield, dined at Wayside Inc., Middletown Sunday afternoon in honor of Mrs. Sengstack’s birthday. Calling on Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Burke Wednesday afternoon were Mrs. Guy Burke and Mrs. Trenton Burke, both of Culpeper. Bill Scoggin, a student at VPI, Blacksburg, arrived Saturday to spend the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Scoggin. Col. James Willis of West Point, N. Y., Miss Michelle Willis and Miss Betsy Sweet, both students at University of Virginia. Charlottesville, were Friday overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Miller enroute to their home in West Point where Miss Sweet will be a guest of the Willis family for several days before spending the holidays with her family in Michigan. Wednesday guests in the Miller home were Mrs. Leon Pwek of Dallas, Texas. Mrs. Andrew J. Brent and Mrs. Peter Nostrend, both of Richmond. Mr. and Mrs. Rex Lindstrom were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. E. N. Eanes. Jennifer and Mark in Martinsville. Mrs. Eanes is the daughter of Mr. Lindstrom. Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Newland are expected to arrive Saturday to spend the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Updike, Sr. Mrs. Gordon Hilldrup of Fredericksburg was a Monday visitor of Mrs. A. M. Verner, Mrs. Mary Updike and Miss Phyllis Verner. a HOLIDRV GREETINGS ESTES REPAIR SERVICE Washington, Va. would like to thank everyone for their patronage during the year of 1979. We would like to continue serving you during the coming year. E. J. ESTES, OWNER GINGER ESTES, BOOKKEEPER Technicians; Technicians: JACKIE ESTES ARCHIE HENRY MICKEY HENRY ROBERT DENNIS. JR. Visiting Mrs. Gabe Burke Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Alther and family of Sperryville and Jeff Burke. Houseguests of J. Stant Weaver Friday and Saturday were Mr. and Mrs. Nick Penaranda of Fairfax and John Weaver of Wshington, D. C. Mrs. Leo Wood of Culpeper was a Saturday caller. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Fairfax spent the weekend in Roanoke 4t the home of their son:in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Canova, and attended a conformation service Sunday for their grandson, Edward, at the St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church there. Woodville By JUNE CLARK Rappahannock News Correspondent Miss Bonnie Brown of Silver Spring, Md. was a weekend guest of her mother, Mrs. Chloe Brown and Miss Elva Bruce. Patsy Vest has arrived home from the University of Virginia. Charlottesville., to spend the Christmas holiday with her parents, Mr. ana Mrs. Rodney Vest and Todd. Saturday guests of Mrs. H. B. Winfrey and Mrs. Dillard Glenn were the Rev. and Mrs. David Partington, John, Willis and Mary of Gerrardstown, W. Va. Curtis Crawford returned home Sunday after a visit of several months with his brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Don Cobb in Lawrenceburg, Tenn. 1 —Rappahannock Newt Photo/8. Latham A PAPER RECYCLING STATION has been established at Amissville. This trailer is located behind the Amissville fire house for the convenience of the people of the county. All are asked to use the facility, bringing only papers and magazines, no hard items. The management asks that papers be put in brown grocery bags or cardboard boxes when brought to the recycling center (do not tie up with string or wire, please). The trailer must be used and a load accumulated every two months to keep in business. The public is urged to keep the grounds clean and all papers put inside the trailer. Flint Hill Area News Recent houseguests of Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Wood were Mrs. George H. Allen and Carol of Richmond. Calling on Mrs. Nellie Pritchett Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Albert Dawson and daughter and Mrs. James Smith, all of Front Royal and Mrs. James Scott of Huntly. Mr. and Mrs. Paul L. Miller, Jr. were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Howell and family in Madison Heights. Mike Williams, a student at Fairmont State College. Fairmont. W. Va., arrived Thursday to spend the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. V. Williams. Friday overnight guests of Mrs. Frank Spalding were Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Spalding, Jr. of Aiken, S. C. Mrs. Christine Vest accompanied by Leroy Miller of Huntly were Thursday visitors of Mrs. Helen Wright in Woodstock. Miss Sallie Lillard was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Ledford in Luray and they spent Saturday in Harrisonburg. Mrs. M. H. Brady has returned home after spending several days with Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Crane in Lanham, Md. and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Brady and family in Oakton. The Cranes were weekend guests of her mother and Mrs. Mary Atkins of Amissville was a Saturday caller. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Foster, Jr. attended a K-Mart Christmas party Sunday evening at the Bentonville fire hall. Visiting Mr. and Mrs. Edward Welch Sunday were Mrs. Virginia Thompson and Mrs. Viola Jackson, both of Front Royal. Bobby Welch of Manassas was a Monday supper guest of his parents. Billy Spain of Luray was a Saturday evening dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Atkins. Sunday visitors were Mrs. Atkins’ sister, Mrs. Virginia Gochenour of Luray and Mr. and Mrs. Sonny Cubbage of Stanley. Mrs. Charlie Lillard spent from Thursday until Saturday last week with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Grant Patton and family in Stephens City. Ernest Lillard of Washington and Douglas Lillard of Front Royal were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huff and family. Beat u/<Mer\ (pi a fatcjkb) QtodhWVUf Qh/U&ttwQA iwra, Bvnvuvn mv mnpw^ii s pw, hu uaiLAf Ia Ihi^miIii rtmm Aid Of W pOTHvi I® (®jfwwSjf 8fl| .O^n^ MM| To you ood oil tboso you hoM door, o boMoy AIM with lots of choorf Warren Quality Shop Front Royal, Va. Mrs. Carolyn Kinsey and Keith of Front Royal were Friday overnight guests and Bill Harris of Front Royal was a Saturday supper guest. Calling on Mrs. Mary Blaisdell Saturday were John Blaisdell of Berryville and Lisa Blaisdell of Front Royal. On Sunday Mrs. Walter E. Krause of Front Royal accompanied by Mrs. Blaisdell attended the annual Washington Coca-Cola Bottling Company Christmas party in Warrenton. Ray Robinson was a Wednesday dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Moe Walker enroute to his home in Bowling Green. Ky. Outdoor Info Offered Planning an excursion in the Old Dominion on foot, bike or by canoe can be as easy as admiring a sunrise. The Virginia Commission of Outdoor Recreation now offers a series of three information sheets titled. “Virginia: A Great Place to Bike; Hike; and Canoe."’ ■ COR Director Rob Blackmore said an increase in the number of requests for information prompted the publications. While figures show a trend of increased participation in most outdoor recreation activities, biking, hiking, and canoeing are especially popular. Each information sheet describes popular locations, lists clubs and organizations and contains other helpful information. Copies are available from the Virginia Commission of Outdoor Recreation, Eighth and Franklin Streets, Richmond, Virginia 2321<L^«phf<>**N V Wishing you r everything that’s bright and beautiful at Christmas. May our sincere thanks ornament your holidays. SHENGAS, CORP. 327 N. Royal A ve, Front Royal Singing lilting good' wishes to one and all! Thank you for your past patronage and let me know if I can be of service in the future. Hitt’s Auction Company Danny Hilt, Auctioneer Sperryville, Va. 987-8729 lAfe wish you a bright, blooming Christmas and a flourishing New Year. Warm thanks go with our wishes. Jenkins Auction House and John Walker Jenkins Auctioneering Service 675-33251= .1

Lendahand in the fight against utter cVirginia Division of Litter Control Box 1515,Richmond, Virginia 23212 Department of Conservation and Economic Development iJJay the joy and laughter of (jjhristmas stay with you and brighten all your ] days. .1 Sincere ' .thanks. f,* havea * PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR From Employees of FORSYTH HARDWARE 11 S. Royal Av&, Front Royal 635-2222 we like so much a carefree Christmas alight with winder and joy. Your loyalty is greatly appreciated. A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing, Heating & Electrical Co. Flint Hill, Va. .JOY, SHARING AND CARING That’s what Christmas is all about! Nay every happiness be yours at this loveliest of seasons! for your patronage.. Thurmon and Sandra Whorton if FUnt Hill. V*. >/,. ■ *;•'a-vyu*. nrv»#n ______ ______ „ 4 — Rappahannock New* Photo/Daphne Hutchinson SOME NEW BOOKS HAVE BEEN DONATED to the Rappahannock Elementary School library through the efforts of last year’s seventh graders and a gift from a former resident. Mrs. Mozelle Carver made a $25 contribution and the^youngsters added $25 which they realized from the sale of school newspapers to purchase the books. This year s Beasties” who were on the newspaper staff last year include from left, standing, Craig Kenyon, Angie Butler, Ken Estes, Mike DelGrosso, Bobby Baines, Kristi Clarke, Kevin Harrison, Brian Barnes, Dawn Watson, Debbie Helmer; seated, Mrs. Becky Hawkins, class sponsor; Peggy Stephenson, Rodney Kestner and Librarian, Mrs. Lucia Kilby. Absent was Tammy Jolliffe. Echoing MERRY CHRISTMAS to our nany devoted patrons. BURKE’S GROCERY WoodvB^Va. 987-8814 Space Needs Stressed (Continued from Page 1) judgement” to Wait for additional information and outlines from county engineer Fanning Baumgardner before proceeding any further. Mrs. Massie added that the supervisors had requested Baumgardner's employment by the school board to work on the capital outlay proposal. Much later in the meeting before the board retired into executive session, high school teacher Don Bomberger asked if the school board had a target date for either the committee report or implementation of the building program. He noted that six months have passed since the supervisors requrested. a cost analysis and five months have gone by since the committee was formed. “The information must be secured and wrapped in a package by Mr, Baumgardner,” Mrs. Massie countered.' That the1 capital outlay committee must make a report to the school board before the board decides on a proposal to take before the supervisors for funding," she explained. She added that the committee had set no deadline for Baumgardner. In a final comment, board member Charles Eldred predicted that when all cost analysis is completed “down to the last nickel and dime," the supervisors will want a building proposal price tag equal to or less than the project for the high school brought before them last spring. “The longer it takes, the less square footage we’re going to end up with,” he warned, urging the capital outlay committee to finish its Last Nlfht 7:30 ‘The VIIHan” tro Starts Taaorraw Fft. A Sat. 7:15 A 9:00 Sat.OSa.Hat. 2:00 Saa.-Tbars. at 7:30 CleseO Christaias Eva More Entertaining Than Humanly Possible! work as soon as possible. Mrs. Massie again emphasized that Baumgardner had been hired at the supervisors’ request. “When you employ someone to do a job, you wait for those results to come in,” she concluded. (At the July 31 meeting with the capital outlay committee, Fanning Baumgardner told school board members Beverly Massie and Alan Stokes, superintendent William Bloomer and supervisor chairman E. P. Luke that he thought he could get all requested information for the cost analysis in 60 days, depending on how readily available the data was. “Is this a crash program?” Baumgardner asked. “No,” answered Stokes. "We have the modular units. They’re adequate for how long? Four years?” None of the other committee members; present indicated that tlrtietaas an. important consideration in developing the cost analysis and building plan alternatives for a capital outlay program.) The next meeting of the capital outlay committee is scheduled for Friday, January 4, at 1 p.m. in the school board offices in Sperryville. Informal Session In addition to attention to SS Hiring Altered Hiring procedures for Social Security professional positions will be modified for a short-term experiment in December, reports Bruce Hundley Social Security manager in Culpeper. For the first time, no competitive examination will be required. Job applicants may become eligible for consideration based on education or experience or a combination of both. Requirements for consideration will generally be a bachelors degree • or three years responsible experience in administrative, technical, professional, or investigative wuriv. Interested parties must make themselves available to work anyplace in a large geographic area. Locally, this would be no smaller than the State of Virginia. As many as 100 positions may be filled in the Philadelphia region which is composed of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia. The starting salary will be $11,243 per year. Application forms are available now. The period for applying will be December 3 to 10, 1979 only. Interested persons should contact any Social Security office. the capital outlay program, the Rappahannock County Education Association also asked for an informal meeting between the executive board of the association and two school board members to discuss the results of a needs assessment survey of teachers recently completed in both the elementary and high schools. Mrs. Massie responded that teachers should use normal channels and transmit their concerns through either the superintendent or their individual district representatives on the school board. Acknowledging that the needs assessment survey results have not yet been presented to the school board. RCEA president Lynne Baines reported that the questions dealt with discipline problems and program expansion as well as 'spice heeds. “We .'warit to open lines of communication between the teachers and the school board," she explained. “The board is removed from the day-to-day problems of the schools. We want to informally discuss some of our little nitty-gritty problems with you," she said, noting that school board members who visited the elementary school during educational week failed to look in on any classrooms or talk with either teachers or students. "What’s wrong with this lady’s proposal?" asked Robert Eastham. “It’s been our policy to have the teachers submit input through Dr. Bloomer," Mrs. Massie answered, adding that she'd met with teachers last year and personally saw individual teachers on an almost daily basis. "I think it might be helpful to understand more of the day-to-day operations of the schools...to hear what the teachers have to say,” Eastham continued, volunteering to meet with teachers in the future. “We need some appropriate mechanism to touch base with them other than at school board meetings." The median income of U. S. households grew from around $10,000 in 1970 to some $16,000 in 1977. After inflation and taxes, actual purchasing power remained about the same. Culpeper Art Co. 204 N. Main St. Culpeper, Va. Quality Antique Custom Framing ANNOUNCEMENT Due to my health, I will discontinue business at Sperryville Exxon at the end of December. The steadfast patronage of our good customers over the years has been greatly appreciated. I regret that this has become necessary. Fred W. Settle General District Court Dorothy W. Southard, Castleton, fail to keep to right, accident, dismissed. Eugene Woodward, Reva, speeding 66/55, corrected calibration, dismissed. Milton L. Bartley, Grottoes, speeding 74/55, $38 fine $18 costs. Mary L. Collins, Charlottesville, no inspection, $10 fine $18 costs. Renia P. Comer, Stanley, speeding 72/55, $34 fine $18 costs. David R. Compton, Rixeyville, reckless driving, dismissed; same, improper stopping, dismissed. Bascom Darnell, Marshall, littering on highway, $25 fine $18 costs. Donald R. Dodson, McLean, speeding 65/55, $20 fine $18 costs. Charles L. Hudkins, Maryland, reckless driving, accident, $50 fine $18 costs. Teddy M. Hughes, Afton, expired inspection, $10 fine $18 costs. Paul J. Hurley, Alexandria, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Maurice Johnson, Luray, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Thomas A. Kelly, Manassas, speeding 65/55, $20 fine $18 costs. Christopher Koawl, Maryland, speeding 65/55, $20 fine $18 costs. Edward Lewis, Washington, expired rejection sticker, $15 fine $18 costs. Betty S. Lutz, Edinburg, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs ' Edita M. Martinez-Piedra, Maryland, speeding 69/55, $28 fine $18 costs. William E. Mayo, Maryland, speeding 67/55, $24 fine $18 costs. Barney R. McCullar, Alexandria, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Archie A. Newman, N.C., no SCC authority, $50 fine $18 costs. John C. Postlethwait, Alexandria, expired rejection, $15 fine $18 costs. Eric F. Rhodes, Alexandria, speeding 72/55, $34 fine $18 costs. Brian T. Rooney, Vienna, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Fayaz M. Sahibzada, Maryland, speeding 65/55, $20 fine $18 costs. Gene C. Settle, Castleton, fail to yield right of way, accident, $35 fine $18 costs. William E. Smen, N.C., speeding 72/55, $34 fine $18 costs. - Anrt-e L. Stewart., Harrisonburg, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Ronald M. Thomas, Alexandria, speeding 70/55, reduced to 63/55, $16 fine $18 boosts. Clark F. Erickson, Falls Church, pass on solid line, $15 fine $18 costs. Thomas L. Weeks, Woodville, no operator's license, $15 fine $18 costs. Curtis A. Floyd, Maryland, kill deer in closed season, $150 fine, $100 suspended, $13 costs. Carroll F. Hilliards, Stanley, spotlighting, $150 fine, $100 suspended, $13 costs. Roy L. Hilliards, Stanley, spotlighting, $150 fine, $100 suspended, $13 costs. Ricky L. Gray, Stanley, ++++ Marco Polo brought from China to Venice an early recipe for an ice milk dessert. spotlighting, $150 fine, $100 suspended $13 costs. Richard T. Latham, Viewtown, trespass to hunt, $50 fine $13 costs. Wayne G. Shifflett, Harrisonburg, trespass to hunt, dismissed. Wilson F. Shifflett, Dayton, trespass to hunt, dismissed. I »'«' m. W 0 Here’s a sleighful of wishes for all our fine patrons: health and happiness to you! RUSSELL AUTOMOTIVE Luray, Va. Dina S. Geld, N.Y., trespass, dismissed. r i Wiring jn a ChrfatauM bright will priainr iri gM with bape! Year bjnkj b greatly ippchlti WEST END SHELL Cecil and Thomas Baldwin Sperryville, Va. 987-8240 We wish you and yours season's blessings. Thank You For Your Support ■ ■■ ” ^1 \ .eitCi WE ,6* WILL BE CLOSED DEC. 25 FAUQUIER , LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE 1 Mile East of Marshall Rt. 55 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 Stoves Home made quilts Stove Boards Antiques ORDERS TAKEN FOR BRASS BEDS 4 Christmas Let reace encircle the world and all men walk hand in hand. A We raise our voice in thanks. Control Hardware Co. 172Etst Davit, Cut ptpar

The world’s first traffic signal was installed outside' the British Houses of Parliament, London, in 1868, decades before the automobile was invented. Wfchiag yoa a ChristaK bright wth praarise and glad with bapr! Ytar loyally b giratlv apprrriatad. W. Kirk Stratton and employees of Standard Supply and Equipment Co. 501 E. Main St. Front Royal SEASON’S GREETINGS AND WISHES FOR A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR : Your patronage during the past years is appreciated and we look forward to seeing you in 1980. We will NOT have a sale on Thursday, December 27. FRONT ROYAL LIVESTOCK SALES, INC. Front Royal, Virginia THURSDAY NIGHT AUCTION December 20 at 7:30p.m. Lot nice toys and good articles for Christmas gifts. Wash bowls and pitcher sets, new glassware, furniture which includes marble top tables, coffee and end tables and hall trees. ’ _ i Door Prize Given J Jenkins Auction House will be open until 4:30 Christmas Eve for your shopping convenience. Gift wrapping available, delivery service provided. We Buy, Sell or Trade JENKINS AUCTION HOUSE Washington, Va. 675-3325 Rappahannock News photo/S. Cromman INVOLVED IN THIS COLLISION LAST WEEK were James Freeman and Gary Lee Jenkins, both of Sperryville. The wreck occurred in front of the high school on Route 211 following a basketball game. Jenkins was traveling east when Freeman entered the highway from the school property. RCHS Discipline Questioned (Continued from Page 1) complaints lessen." he added. McDaniel had a final comment. “Perceptions are truth to the beholder,” he stated. Discipline Report F.astham’s remarks on discriminatory discipline came after McDaniel had submitted a report on suspension cases covering the past three years. The report is part of an on-going effort to develop student conduct and attendance standards that have to be approved by September. 1980, as part of the state mandated standards of cpiality (SOQ). according to McDaniel. McDaniel noted that all drug and alcohol related discipline cases are taken automatically to the school board. In other discipline action. McDaniel said, a student may be sent to the principal's office ten, even 15 times, before he or she is brought before the school board. During 1977-1978, 68 letters either announcing a suspension or requesting a conference were sent to parents. The number rose to 108 in 1978-79. McDaniel said. To date, in 1979-1980. 35 letters have gone home. According to McDaniel’s figures. 80 RCHS students were involved in % discipline cases during 1978-1979. Fighteen students (1.5 per cent of the enrollment) were caught smoking, 12 (1.0 per cent) with alcohol and six (.5 per cent) with drugs. Parents of 28 students (2.4 per cent of RCHS enrollment) were called in for a conference on discipline unrelated to drugs, alcohol or smoking. Thirty-two students (2.7 per cent) were suspended during 1978-1979 for misbehavior unrelated to drugs, alcohol or smoking. Some of the same students were involved in several different discipline cases, McDaniel noted. £ Budget Schedule According to Dr. Bloomer, the schedule of meetings to develop on the . 1980-1981 school budget will be: —February 19: input from principals. Rappahannock County Education Association and citizens, —March 4: presentation of the proposed budget by the superintendent including one set of figures based on meeting minimum standards set by the state and a second set of figures representing Dr. Bloomer’s recommendations for meeting educational needs. — March 13: public response to the proposed budget, —March 18: adoption of the 1979-1980-1981 budget by the school board. All budget sessions will be held in the elementary school library beginning at 7:30 p.m. The board members also received the proposed sixyear plans for vocational and5 special education.' Interested persons may review copies at the school board offices in Sperryville. The plans will be discussed and acted upon by the school board at the January 8 meeting. In other action, the board accepted bids of $475 and $500 from Charlie Hawkins of Castleton for two school buses retired from the transportation fleet. The board also acknowledged a letter from Newbill Miller, chairman of the Rappahannock planning commission’s comprehensive plan committee, asking for a general idea on long range facilities needs. After a two your executive session on personnel and disposition of real property, the board returned to open meeting at 12:30 and voted unanimously to: 1. release a student from school on the recommendatoin of parents, ad ministraton and juvenile and domestic relations court, 2. release an unidentified teacher from his or her contract with the stipulation that an acceptable replacement be found. 3. appoint Thomas Von Fange as the new industrial arts teacher for the high school, 4. approve five substitute teachers, 5. hire Newbill Miller to appraise school property. 6. authorize board members Walter Masterson and Alan Stokes to secure additional data to present to the supervisors on the school bus shop. (The bus shop property will eventually be taken by the highway department as the widening of Route 211 progresses toward Sperryville.) jfunuareM} Hi. U Catvwton TtMMN ‘Capt’n says get ready tor New rears fcve No increase in menu price. Dinner served from 5 until 12 Rt 28 Calverton 788-9905 after 5 pjn. mm SAVES 1 NOW on Rappahannock County's Family Newspaper 4 Split This Offsr Anyway You Prof on •Give one yr. subscription to two people $11 in Rappahannock £r adjoining counties. Give one person a 1 yr. subscription extend your own subscription for 1 yr., (no matter when your subscription expires) for $11. •Or a combination of one subscription in Rappahannock or adjoining counties, plus one "beyond" for $12.50. Tak* Aarantaga of this Christmas Ottar , Baton Dac. 31 This Ottar Will Not Bo Extandod * i 2 Subscriptions for $11.00 ^ ™ In Rappahannock and Adjoining Counties Elsewhere 2 subscriptions $14 - Reg. $15 Name_ Address. City _ I enclose $_ lRappaljannock $fou)s (&ift Subscription -P. O. Box 38, Washington, Va. 22747. Stale. .NEW .RENEWAL Name _ Addiess City _ __ State _ ' NEW . __RENEWAL tor subscriptions offar expires 12/31^/79 Data Needed For SS Claims Workers who have a severe mental or physical impairment and plan,to apply for social security disability benefits can helf> speed the processing of their claim If they' gather certain information before they apply, Bruce A. Hundley social security manager in Culpeper, said recently. Having this information available when applying will help speed the interview and enable social security to process the claim in a more efficient manner. The information needed includes: —Social security number. —Date last worked. —Date . sickness began or 'injury occurred. —Nature of the illness or injury. —If no longer disabled, date of recovery or return to work. —Dates and places of treatment, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of doctors, hospitals, institutions, or clinics. —Service serial number and VA claim number if medical care was received in a service or VA hospital. —The kinds of jobs worked at most in the 10 years before disability began. —Names, social security C&P Offers Low Rate On Holiday Calls yy mie most people enjoy Christmas at home, more than 700 telephone operators in Virginia will be working Christmas Day to speed through a million long distance calls. Local C & P Telephone manager Bill Brown says the lower evening rate will be in eirect trom o a.m. to 11 p.m. Christmas and New Year’s Day and the usual 60 per cent discount night rate for direct dial calls will be applied from 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. both days. Brown suggested that holiday calls be made be* tween 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. 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 numbers, and dates of birth of spouse and children., —The compensation number if he or she filed a claim for worker’s compensation. —Telephone number. More information about social security disability benefits is contained in the leaflet, "If you become disabled." Free copies can be obtained at the Culpeper social security office, located at 522 Culpeper Shopping Center. The telephone number is 825-3500. * MADDOX FUNERAL HOME Established 1906 Front Royal, Va. r $25 WINNERS JOHN SHENK, Front Royal Store FRANK PAYTON, Now Martret Store 10% LAYAWAY HOLDS ANYTHING TIL CHRISTMAS! GROCERIES Campbell s SOUP (Chicken Noodle. Vegetable Cream of - CeleryiSeet Nocale. Crptmi6UMt6iaim Campbell's f \ O /Ofl« soups 10 3/4 oz 3/99C (Bean and Bacon. Turkey Vegetable) Quick fLg* CREAM OF WHEAT 28 02 99C White House Distilled M VINEGAR 16 02 4/99C Hersheys INSTANT COCOA.1 lb *1*8 Hawaiian PUNCHI7 flavors) . 46 02 59C Bush KIDNEY BEANS 61b 12 02 *1*9 Van Camp ' BEANIE WEINEES 8 02 39C Stokely Cut GREEN BEANS 6 lb-12 02 <1*9 Hylton __ OYSTER STEW 101/2 02. 69C Angel Flake .a COCONUT 14 02 *1** Stove Top Cornbread STUFFING 70218 oz. 59c .1202 *179 02 91*9 Nestle s SEMI-SWEET MORSELS Sank a INSTANT COFFEE 802 *479; 2 Sanka Regular COFFEE 1 lb *3M Teen Queen n CORN 17 02 3/99C Hanover RED KIDNEY BEANS 17 02 3/99C Folgers INSTANT COFFEE 10 o? *4'9 Vlasic PICKLES (Hamburger Dill Chips).32 02 79C HOUSEHOLD & CLEANING PRODUCTS Hyde Park BLEACH Shout PRE-WASH Era Liquid DETERGENT Mr Coffee FILTERS Lysol DISINFECTANT SPRAY Mild SAUSAGE Gwaltney BOLOGNA Gwaltney Cooked HAM 1 gal 69C 1902 *169 64 02 *279 so ct. 2/99c 602 99c 1 ib 99c 1602 *149 .602 *149 Hdye Park EGGS.1 do2. small 59Cy med 69 Cj ig 79c,*x ig 89c BEVERAGES Shasta SOFT DRINKS (4 flavors). .33 oz. 39C Miller Lite — SEER.612 oz. cans *1*9 3udweiser . ' SEER.1212 oz. cans *379 Michelob ■ — SEER. 61202 bots *2°9; . Case 0124 *7®9 «XERS°ry. 29 oz 2/99C (Ginger Ale. Wink. Club Soda „ _ Tonic Water. Collins Mix) ^anada Dry SINGER ALE .676oz 99C Schweppes MXERS . 28 OZ 2/99C (Ginger Ale. Collins Mix. Club Soda. Tonic Water) teg or Diet & .28 oz 2/99c lacques Bonet * - M 'OLD DUCK 4 5qt saul Masson VINES 33.8 OZ »2W Your Choice of Flavor) taster 01 Jy v „ IIXES (All Flavors) .2S 4oz. $129 wM If-7 FRONT ROYAL STORE ONLY SUNDAY 12:30-5 PJM. 10% OFF ON CLOTHING, SHOES, HOUSEWARES, APPLIANCES and GIFTS STOKES MART WILL MAKE A 4% CASH REBATE JOK ALL PURCHASES OF *20.00 OR 'MORE REFORE TAX new mu F 4JMUCC0 Trailblazer CHUNK DOG FOOD 25 lb *3"; 50 lb *779 Trailblazer DOG FOOD.25 lb *379; 50 lb *7®9 9-Lives CAT FOOD 4lb $179 (Tuna & Egg or Liver & Chicken) • PRODUCE v , 3 lb bag 79C Delicious. Golden Oelicious. Winesap) 3 lb *1oo lg head 39C SWEET POTATOES LETTUCE CUCUMBERS GREEN PEPPERS RADISHES TOMATOES Dole BANANAS TANGELOES 4/99c 4/99c 4 6 oz pkg 99C 12 oz 49c; 2 b 99c 3 lb 99c box of 100 *7" box of 125 $6" ORANGES GRAPEFRUIT. ORANGES OR TANGELOES 5 lb 99C No 1 .... POTATOES. 50 lb *399; 20 lbs $189 'o ib 99c; 5 ib 59c 3 heads 99C 4 id 99c 3 Ib 49c large stalk 49C CABBAGE CARROTS ONIONS CELERY Preston ANTIFREEZE Scotch TAPE Scripto VU-UGHTERS Timxex WATCHES Men's FLANNEL SHIRTS (Made in U S Ladies' Thermal UNDERWEAR Fruit ot the Loom Ladies SCARVES Ballston Termal Insulated SOCKS Artificial CHRISTMAS TREES.4 ft One Group CHILDREN'S TOYS Aiahr ^555 MAUI A WATER ITS. trtuTM him, ooir^wnwonTnovAt

^appaljattnock i&uis Classified Ads To Place Call Your Ad 675-3349 Wheathersfield Farm has top horse and cattle hay from Virginia and Pennsylvania at reasonable prices. Call John Mears. 937-5454. _ 8tf For Sale: Clean, bright, wheat straw; also, hay. Thomas B. Massie, Washington, 675-3524. _ 13d20 GERMANffA FABRIC SHOP South Gate, Culpeper—Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. through December 22. Everything needed for any sewing protect. 13d20 For Sale: 10 week old Hampshire-Yorkshire call after 6 p.m. 937-5482 pigs. cross. _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 CHRISTMAS TREES, choose and cut. Route 211 to Amissville, 1 mile west to 611, south 200 yards. 13+pd Ride wanted to Washington, D.C. from Washington, Va. and vicinity, flexible hours. Call 937-5235. 26(3 13+od Stuck for gift ideas? VIRGINIA BOOKS are great. We have over 50 titles on history, travel, architecture, tall tales. Royal Oak Bookshop, 207 S. Royal Ave., Front Royal, Va. 635-7070. 13+ GIVING JEWELRY? See our handcrafted jad& cloisonne, and silver for the enique. Also, long-lasting stuffed and wooden toys. Royal Oak Bookshop, 207 S. Royal Ave., Front Royal, 635-7070. 13+ INESS SERVICES] mrnmmmmmmmt THURMON WHORTON, Flint Hill—Plumbing, Heating, Electrical work. 24 hour emergency service 675-3607. 5tf REMODELING, restorations, all phases of carpentry. Call F. W. Hutchinson, 937-5579. 5tfpd ROOF ING—Gutters and down spoutings, Tinning and roofing of all kinds; Aluminum gutter and downspout. Roof repair. Call Bill Starks, 675-3630, Washington, Va. . ____ 5tf EXPERIENCED teenaged babysitters, available weeknights and weekends, must provide transportation. Call Joe, Jon or Jim, 937-5579 after 3:30 on weekday*, anytime weekends. 6d27pd 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 WHORTON'S Stone Masonry Veneer, Rock Fences, Retaining Wails Reid Stone, Building Stone, Rag Stone Call 937-4265 We Can Supply All Your BUILDING NEEDS Culpeper Building & Supply Corp. Phone 825-8383 Culpeper I cMro-ctaimirxgri stoeeps 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 MOUSE' ana CAMP DAVID Jim Northup t (703)635-7510tf WILLIAM E. SISK: Electrical Contractor. New homes, additions, wiring of all kinds, | no job too small. Call 987-8772. Sperryville, Va. < _5tf , LOCAL ARTIST skilled In hand-lettering and painting of distinctive signs, mailboxes, vehicles. COUNTRY CUPBOARDS, Washington, Virginia, phone 675-3294. _ 5Atf AL'S PLUMBING 8. HEATING, quality workmanship, 1 year warranty on new installation. Custom, Remodeling, Repair. Call 9878780. 5tf | ARTIFICIAL •> L- - * breeding ARTIFICIAL BREEDING. ALL BREEDS: will go anywhere. James C. "Doc" Johnson. 825-5148. __5tf #AS:: •" Bushhogging $12 an hour; Wood for sale, some seasoned, all hardwood. 825-0473 or 9878429 after 7 p.m. 9d20 LOST AND FOUND Borrowed from Clopton House, 1 split seat mule-ear antique chair. All is forgiven, please return. Eileen M. Day, Realtor. _ 17+ LOST DOG, Golden RetrieverEnglish Setter mixed, reddish color with white blaze on head, leather collar, answers to Nick, Reward, 937-5279. _ 17tf LOST: Black Labrador, wearing brown collar and county tag, last seen December 9, Flint Hill ara. Answers to "Decker", REWARD for information, 675-3693. HOUSEKEEPER wanted. 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 ?03-825-02^8,.ex tension 208. My family and I are very grateful to our friends, relatives and neighbors for their special prayers, visits, cards, flowers and other acts of kindness while I was a patient at Culpeper Memorial Hospital in November and also in December. Special thanks to Drs. Coulk, Snyder, Allen, Broman and Henson, nurses and other employees of the hospital. Daniel M. Norman Woodville 21 + pd We wish to thank our many friends In Rappahannock County who sent cards, letters, flowers and other expressions of sympathy for the loss of our son and brother, 'Kevin Barry Perdue. A special note of gratitude must go to the Rev. J. M. Bratton and John Toth for their message of consolation and kind words at the service. May God Bless each and every one of you. Chuck, Nan, Martin, Marc and Kelly Perdue Madison, Va. 21-1In loving memory of Lee Taylor Settle who passed away four years ago, December 19,1975. On that sad day God took you to rest, We found that God takes only the best. Just a cluster of beautiful memories Sprayed by a million tears. Wishing God had spared you a few more years. Lisa, Carla, Keith, Timmy and Tansy 21 + pd We would like to thank our friends for the many acts of kindness shown during the loss of our beloved mother Sylvia S. Sanders. May God Bless you all. Our special thanks to Joe Brown at Clore Funeral Home, Culpeper. The family of, . Sylvia L. Sanders _ 21 + 'TIs the season to be jolly; the halls are decked with holly. Have a very "Merry" and a snappy "Happy". Seasons Greetings from Jim Carpenter Company, Rte. 29 S., Madison, Va. 214 <■ . OFFICE FOR REN l 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, 475-3349, or Mr; Toler, 347-4222. 24tf 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 For Rent-Office space in Clopton House. Private bath & carpeting. $75.00 per month. Call 475-3400. . ' j 23d20 - —Appears each week in the following papers 9‘minui Leesburg, Va. « (703)777-1110 rnuquier uemocw Warrenton, Va. (703)347-4222 nappanannoca News Washington, Va. (703)675-3349 ► 111 ’ MORSES FOR SALE l • _ J 'ARABIAN GELDING-11 years, 14.2 hands, chestnut, sound, proven endurance record. Far less than he's worth to good rider/home. 703-777-6669. (17) Wt ARAB GELDING - 11 years, 13.2 hands, grey, sound, good mover. Needs good rider/ home. Great Christmas horse! 703-7776669.(17) Selection ot yearlings, green & made horses for sale. Prices ranging from $9.00 - $35.00. Call 825-8028. 12/20,12/2/ GIVE SOMEONE A BEAUTIFUL - Loveable - living present. Registered Morgan horses for! sale. The Stable At The River.”; 703-521-1066 Monday/Thursday : 703-937-4446 Friday/Sunday. (12-20-4M7) STUD SERVICES LORD HARRY L, SP by Sir Ivor from sister to Giboulee by Nearctic. Size, bone, disposition. Now booking for 1980. (703) 937-4192. Dec. 13-27 Complete line of Horseshoes and farrier tools. Wholesale prices to farriers. Lucky D. Saddlery, Rt. 211, Amissville. Dec. 20 HORSESHOEING and hoof trvnming. Recently settled into Warrenton area. 25 years experience. Cali evenings or early morning. John Stafford, '(703) 347-3284. 12/13& 12/20 HORSESHOEING BILL DAVIS 1703) 364-1676 MISC, WANTED J PONY WANTED, as companion to TB weanling, small gelding, age not important, free board until spring or will buy. Warrenton area, 347-4808, eves, or weekends. Dec 20 WANTED TO BUY - Horses and ponies, all sizes and types. Broken or unbroken. Vienna, Va. 703-938-2538. (17) APARTMENT WANTED ON HORSE FARM Prefer to pay rent. But willing to help with equipment repair, plumbing, welding. Also experienced with animals. (703)536-4532 i»r'~ mi.in in inr—rrnx- v BARN 1 CONSTRUCTION Jj I” '■■■ 11 fTReRRy CfiRistmas (3853385338533853383338553853JBS33853 3aS53!SS3BS5'CSSS!533afi(3®'(38S5 3BS33B838S33I CHRISTMAS PONY - Bay mare, 13.2 hands, well trained. Has been shown and hunted. Call 703-327-6397 after 6 p.m. $550. (12-13-2M7) PERFECT FOR CHRISTMAS - small roan, pony, mare. Excellent with children. Beginner or intermediate. $300. 703-338-4037 after 6 p.m. (12-20-2M7) VANS & TRAILERS .. mil. mill ■•■■liliT mi FOR SALE - B&B 1978 24 foot stock trailer, excellent condition. $3,000 or best offer. 703-7772890,9 a.m. toSp.m. (17) 1976 DOUBLE J full size horse trailer, perfect condition. Less than 4000 miles. $1750.439-8339 after 5 p.m. Remington. d20~27 pd ■■■■TRAILER VAN REPAIRS •WEEDING “BODYWORK •MATS •HITCHES «WIHINQ “BRAKES Fast-Reasonable I'll pick up in War rent on Doug'Hayes (703)937-4402 BOARDING S\ ATRAINtNQ j BOARDING, field and stall. Also riding instruction available. 594-2346 evenings. 12/13 6 20 RIDE IN COMFORT - out of the snow, rain, wind, board your horse at "The Stable At The River.” Large indoor arena, walker, out door ring, training ring, trails. 703-521-1066 Monday/Thursday, 703-937-4446 Friday/Sunday. (12-20-4M7) Top class boarding in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mts. Horses bought, sold, and schooled. Ryan’s Stable The Plaine, VA 347-3127 agasagassasasaaassg BOARDING Pasture - Summer; Hay - Winter. Stalls, shelter. On Historic Landmark 700-acre Estate near NiddTeburg. $40 per month. Year round. Also, grain feeding. 703-687-6035 or 687-3201 aa&sssssssssesasse i i fJaiiiiilliams Cov spedalbing in the construction of Complete Custom Horse Facilities Inc. BARNS - STABLES - INDOOR ARENAS Remodeling - Custom Homes We Service our Product P.0. Box 1% WSrranton, Vis. 703-3*7-3173 V^C*bIoErs?*0$ > •COMPLETE HORSE FACILITIES i •POLE BARNS ^MACHINERY SHEDS ; ALL TYPES OF FARM BUILDINGS “QUALITY WORK AT REASONABLE PRICES" ; 703-564-8468 ;; , Boun&HHLYfc. 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 Boundries which are verified by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America. Printed on Ivory color paper in 3 colors, measuring 18" x 221/2,,. 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) JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES Ready For Christmas 347-0411 e^lng In Vow lauon. Clppgr IMm, Kntvn, j ondSow* ■ SHARPENED / Better Then New HORSE COUNTRY SADDLERY P*«i, Warrant on (703)347-3141 EQUINE JUMPS SIGNS PAINTED VINCENT WILLIAMS OCLAFlAMft.VA. JM-IS4I W.2 A WITH COLOR T00I 1975 Mack A Write Iff. Stallei, Dakata Rockyl Now standing in Va. - Excellent size, color, quality & disposition. Winner at halter. Book Now! Price negotiable. Inquiries Invited M4-tm ir TACK It EQUIPMENT 17 INCH PASSIER dressage saddle, barely broken in; also Hermes 16'/2 inch, excellent. 703-7776669.(17) WESTERN SADDLE - excellent condition. $150. 703-327-6927. (17) EMPLOYMENT >.. CONSCIENTIOUS PERSON - who likes horses to work at private training-sales barn. General barn work-horse care. Opportunity to ride. Excellent facility in Middleburg. 703-687-5630. (17) GROUNDS KEEPER, permanent position of responsibility with experience for care of lawns, wild life sanctuary and related facilities. Housing available, starting $200 weekly or higher based on qualifications. Horse 'riding experience desired, references required. Phone jBarbara at 703-347-7144 ‘between 8 and 2 Mon. through iFri., or manager other hours, [ INSTRUCTION RIDING LESSONS Maintree -Indoor Lighted RingPrivate and Group 1 Beginners to Advanced Child or Adult TRAIL RIDES 777-3012 777-3279 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 PURCELLV1LLE VA 221.(2 HAY FOR SALE Weathersfield Farm has top quality horse and cattle hay from Virginia and Pennsylvania at reasonable orices. 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 iilip GEORGE WHITE SUPPLY, INC. Specializing in Complete Line of Fencing Repairs or New Installation WIRE BOARD-RAIL Complete Farm Renovation "Lot us msks your farm a show pises." Box 262, MlddMurg, Virginia 22117 703-687-6371 HORSES FOR SALE HORSES FOR SALE JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS STRIKING 3 YR. OLD CHESTNUT REGISTERED QUARTER HORSE FILLY, well broke, ready to show and go. $800. 9 YR. WHITE GELDING, 15.3, big boned, hacks, jumps, personality plus! Excellent pony horse, $900. 10 YR. CHESTNUT THOROUGHBRED GELDING, light work very sensible horse, anyone can ride him, VERY REASONABLE TO GOOD HOME. 16.2 BAY THOROUGHBRED GELDING, 7 yrs., good in field and traH, otter. DOUBLE REGISTERED PINTCVQUARTER MARE. 8 yrs:, Western or English, jumps like a deer, $900. All Prices Negotiable Call 364-1293 _ ........ Scientists Still Wonder About Star Nearly 2000 years ago. the , three wise men saw a light in the heavens, signaling to ’ them an event of the utmost importance. In the words of the Book of Matthew: "There came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, saying, where is he that is born King of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him." The brief mention of the Star of Bethlehem has intrigued scientists, historians > and theologians for hundreds of years because, other than descriptions in the New Testament, there are no other known accounts documenting this apparently short-term celestial phenomenon. Much speculation exists over whether there really was such a star, says Von Del Chamberlain, an astronomer at the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum. In an annual public lecture, Chamberlain traces the various theories advanced to explain the Star of Bethlehem. "Most of us assume that the Christmas star was an extraordinary sight to behold." he says. “It may not have been so spectacular. Actually, it may have been an event which only professional star gazers —such as the Magi—would even have noticed. And. perhaps what the wise men saw was not really a single star at all." One theory holds that the Christmas star was a comet. Early records kept by the Chinese mention a comet without a trail visible in the spring of 4 B.C.. a date which fits the most recent estimates of the year in which Jesus was born. (Scholars now believe that Jesus was born between 8 and 4 B.C. Since our present calendar system was not instituted until the 6th century A.D.. more than 500 veal's after his birth, errors in calculation are possible.) Blit comets move slowly from night to night through the starry sky. Moreover, comets were believed by the ancients to be omens of impending doom, not harbingers of glad tidings. Another theory has it that the star might have been an unusually bright meteor, called a fireball. As fireballs Hash through the atmosphere. they burn with an intense but Heeling light. But ancient records and modern knowledge indicate that fireballs are fairly commonplace occurrences lasting only a few seconds. Maybe A New Star A third and more tenable explanation is that the Star of Bethlehem was a "nova." which means literally "newstar." Actually, novas are not new but old stars that have reached the end of their evolution and have become unstable. These exploding stars abruptly rise to great brilliance, then lose their luminance slowly over a period of weeks. “This theory has potential," Chamberlain says. "A nova could be bright enough and last long enough to lead the wise men on a long journey to Bethlehem. “In addition,” he continues," a nova would certainly be the most dramatic explanation. What could be more exciting than to have a 'new star' appear on the night that Christ was born?" One recent study of ancient Chinese and Korean records indicates that a nova may have appeared in 5 B.C., but there is no definitive account that such an event took place. Or A Conjunction The theory most widely accepted by astronomers today was put forth in the IhOOs by German astronomer Johannes Kepler. Kepler suggested that the Christmas star was really a ''conjunction" of planets. A conjunction occurs when two or more planets appear to pass by each other in the sky. Using ancient sky records, astronomers have verified that the planets Jupiter and Saturn appeared in conjunction not once but three times between 7 and (> B.C. — a relatively rare phenomenon. A conjunction would explain the lack of other records, since it most likely would have gone unnoticed except by those, like the Magi, who were trained to watch the sky. A conjunction takes on even more significance when viewed from an astrological standpoint. The ancient astrologers would have considered conjunctions to be highly sumliolic events. To them, conjunctions of Jupiter and Saturn held special significance—Jupiter, symbolic of the king of the gods, and Saturn, said to be the protector of the peoples of the eastern Mediterranean. In b B.C.. the planet Mars joined Jupiter and Saturn following the third conjunction. according to the records. All three planets appeared in the constellation of Pisces (the Pishes), which signified to the astrologers the House of the Hebrews. While the triple conjunction is the most widely accepted theory, it is unlikely that we will ever know for certain what produced the Christmas “star". But whether the star was supernatural or part of the natural order of things, the story of the Star of Bethlehem has endured as a symbol of Christmas. Retirees Need More Than Social Security reople planning aneaa tor their retirement should be aware that social security was never intended to offer a complete retirement income. Bruce A. Hundley, social security manager in Culpeper, points out that social security benefits provide a partial replacement of earned income lost or reduced because of the retirement, disability, or death of a worker. Some pension experts estimate that retirement income should be 60 to 70 percent of pre-retirement earnings in order for a retiree to maintain a standard of living similar to that before retirement. Social security benefits generally provide 25 to 60 percent of pre-retirement earnings, depending on the individual's earnings over the years. With an eligible husband or wife, benefits would be 37‘/2 to 90 percent of the worket’s previous earnings. People can supplement social security retirement benefits with income from company pensions, insurance annuities, savings, stocks and bonds, individual retirement plans, or other investments. The important thing for a worker to remember, Hundley said, is that social security is not the total answer. It is a base upon which each worker should build his or her retirement plans.. More information about social security retirement benefits, as well as about disability and survivor benefits, can be obtained at the Culpeper social security office. There are many free publications describing social security benefits and copies can be obtained at the office, located at 522 Culpeper Shopping Center. Fauquier County residents may call toll free by dialing operator and asking for Enterprise 049. Telephone Listings Due Jan. 4 Additional or revised listings for the white pages of the local telephone directory must be in by Jan. 4. 1980. Bill Brown, local manager for The Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company of Virginia, said the company will close its directory on that date. It is. important that any phone subscriber who wishes to make changes contact the C & P business office. The new directory will be delivered beginning March 14, 1980. However, in order for the company to have directories delivered on this date, it is necessary that all changes and additions for the white pages be made now.

—Rappahannock News Photo/S. Latham THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON is all dressed up for the holidays. Delicate white lights glow inside and on the balcony at night while wregths and garlands enhance its beauty in the daytime. Drive Safely For Happy Holidays In the spirit of the season, holiday drivers are urged to give the gift of safety this year. Before driving and especially when setting out on those long holiday trips, motor vehicles should pass a simple checklist. Make sure that tires are inflated properly and are in good condition as well as the brakes. Does the engine start easily? Keeping vehicles tuned drains the battery less and also conserves gasoline. Are seatbelts working properly? Finally, before taking that holiday drive, remember, defensive driving doesn’t just begin on the road behind the wheel. It demands anticipation, which means being prepared mentally as well as physically. Drivers are advised to carry safety gear in the trunk for emergencies, battery booster cables, a shovel, towchain or strap, flares, a traction mat and stand or rock salt for icy conditions. Get plenty of rest, don’t mix drinking and driving, buckle those seatbelts, open a window for ventilation and 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 Stoll 3House Health We Wish You A Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Rts.211 and 522 Washington, Virginia 987-8600 JOSEPH NORDONE, BROKER, 987-8691 m REALTOR ’ RAYT. CANNON CO. REAL ESTATE SINCE 1961 Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy arrd Prosperous New Year Amissville, Va. 703-937-4111 Paul Nichols 675-3500 keep within the 55 mph speed limit. Last year, 26 people were killed on Virginia's highways during the Christmas and New Year holidays. That's seven more deaths than in 1978 and many occurred where the vehicle exceeded the speed limit. Winter driving literature is available upon request from the Virginia Department of Transportation Safety. 300 Turner Road. Richmond. Va. ' -- iPi'rwrww'frTr t rrmr- ■ m amr”f r^T-^rir" «--• sirv^'Zy.T''' ^jm^w mtlTr, . _ _ ^ _ Rappahannock News photo/S. Latham THIS ANCIENT LOG CABIN AT SPERRYVILLE is being renovated by Mr. and Mrs. James Swindler. Wayne Jenkins of Washington and Martin Woodard of Sperryville are doing the carpentry and masonry, respectively. According to Swindler, the cabin dates back to at least 1840 when his great-grandfather was born there. He is attempting to compile a complete history of the place. Wishing you all the blessings of a Joyous Holiday Season. EILEEN M. DAY, REALTOR CLOPTON HOUSE WASHINGTON. VIRGINIA 22747 675-3400 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 m f«ww MERRY CHRISTMAS REAL ESTATE i j Sperryville—Stone house on 1 acre, 8 rooms, 3 | baths, fireplace, large garden, fruit trees. I $55,000. Owner financed. | 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 [ Amissville—Crest Hill Woods - 10 acre tract, [ wooded, good fishing and hunting, the perfect or Carson Johnson 987-8720 To One i and All Best (Fishes for Peace Joy Cheer Now and Throughout the Year W. H. Lyne, < Realtor ' Rt. 1, Box 64 | Washington, Va< 22747 Office located in my j home at junction of \ Routes 622 and 614, two miles west of Routes 211 and 522. Roger Lee Atkins i Salesman Phone 987-8588 j New Toll Call ) ) > I > ) ) Plan Approved ■ The State Corporation Commission (SCO approved ' the plans of Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Co. and j independent companies for ; providing a new "circle , calling” service for suburban 1 and rural Virginia customers. • Recommended by the SCC J staff after, months of study, j the plan will cut toll costs by j about 30 per cent and give j Virginians more flexible .telephone service. i Circle calling is a modified ' toll calling plan which would j offer one-way discounted j long distance direct dialed 3 calling on a ‘banded' basis j up to a 28 mile distance. The bans are identical to j the present toll rate mileage bands...Circle calling would j embrace the first five mileage 1 bands at an additional J monthly charge of $2. j ++3—(- j The busy have no time for 1 tears. Survey Shows Drug Use Ud (Continued from Page 1) hundred and forty-four parents (91 per cent) believed alcohol offenses should be punished within the school system the same as use or possession of drugs. Students agreed but by a much smaller margin. Of the 341 students polled. 203 (59 per cent) thought alcohol use deserved equal punishment as drug use while 138 students felt alcohol violations merited different treatment. Both groups thought first offenders deserved less punishment than those caught previously in a drug or alcohol violation but again by differing margins. Among parents, 152 (57 per cent) favored treating first offenders more leniently while 221 students (67 per cent) supported the same position. Students split sharply with their parents over the issue of reporting drug and alcohol cases to the state police as well as the county sheriffs department. While 71 per cent of the parents thought drug and alcohol offenses should be reported to state police. 71 per cent of the students felt that violations of the school's drug and alcohol policy should be reported only to local police. Mrs. Massic read what she described as a cross-section of written comments from both parents and RCHS students, addressing the drug and alcohol question as well as other issues facing the schools. Parents described behavior in the schools as being “at its worst” and called for teachers from the old fashioned mold who taught respect. They described' drug use as “a mark of the time," maintained it as impossible to stamp out entirely and called searches of private automobiles and lockers for drugs and alcohol “an invasion of privacy.” Parents also maintained that the money spent on the drug and alcohol survey could have been put to better use in attempting to achieve quality education. They also described the drug situation here as much better than in Fairfax schools, asked that more help be given students during suspension and after readmittance and applauded the school board for referring students to the mental health clinic for assistance in dealing with suspected drug and alcohol problems. Suggestions on lessening ij the incidence of drug and alcohol in the schools ranged from a ban on student driving to a return to prayer and Bible study as part of the curriculum. Parents asked who was paving the bill for the drug and alcohol survey, described as “this fiasco," and urged the school board to proceed with work on the capital improvements program for the schools. Students wrote that the drug problem in RCHS is now here near the magitude of that in other schools and suggested that the current policy be enforced. They maintained that Suspension only hurts a student’s grades and does not relate to drugs. "They ought to stick with what they say. One gets away with it while .another is punished," wrote one student critical of enforcement policies. “They don’t listen to us anyway so what’s the use of writing this?” asked another. Commenting on the school board’s interest in education, one student wrote ’You could have fooled me!” “Which illegal member of the school board did this incredible farce?” asked the last student comment read by Mrs. Massie. Noting that discussion on the drug policy revisions had “gone on long enough,” board member Robert Eastham moved that' a committee be named to draw up the text of a revised policy for action at the January 8 board meeting. In response to a unanimous vote of approval I for Eastham’s suggestion, Mrs. Massie appointed Eastham, Alan Stokes and Charles Eldred to the committee. She thanked the I parents, children, teachers I and administrators who provided input for the policy I revisions and asked for support for the revised drug , and alcohol policy from the same groups. “It certainly will be backed up by this board," she promised. Have A Safe Holiday Don't Drink And Drive •**- -» w. ^ W »J. w. «<■ . Wt »J • >-■ »» . W 1.. t- .. . W IJ . W m.a w Thank-you for your patronage during the year. Have a happy Christmas and a good New Year. SAM O NEAD n EALTY Homes • Farms and Country Real Estate Washington, Va. 22747 Phone 987-8709 Helen Snead-Associate m REALTOR REAL ESTATE Buy yourself a Christmas Present BOSTON AREA—RAPPAHANNOCK CO.—Approximately 11 acres, long frontage on Rt.'604, excellent stand of growing timber, moderate to steep terrain, excellent investment. $15,0(H). Owner financing. ROCK-MILLS AREA—3.83 acres, beautiful view, long road frontage, excellent building site. *11,900. SOLD | 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. I 211, wooded, excellent views, moderate to steep terrain, small stream, owner financing. Outstanding investment at *1,500 per acre. Merry Christmas NEWBILL MILLER (Realtor 703/675-3691 As we hear the glad tidings, our prayers are for peace on earth, good will toward men. May Christmas bring blessings to a troubled world. SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM Sperry ville, Virginia 22740 (703) 987-8088 - Office We at Rappahannock Realty wish you and yours the very best for the Holiday Season and the coming year. _j. Sincerely, RAPPAHANNOCK REALTY Flint Hill, Va. Phone 675-3414