Rappahannock News, March 5, 1981

Founded 1877 32nd YEAR, No. 10 USPS 45558C 10 Pages THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 1981 Rappahannock Npw* Photo/Doujriaa Lara P A TTY CASSELL who took a spill at the Casanova Races last Saturday will make apother start this Saturday at the Rappahannock Point-to-Point Races which begin at 11 a.m. at the Thornton Hill Farm course south of Sperryville on Route 522. Shelly O’Higgins is up on Woodstock Nation. Cassell escaped injury in the tumble. Rappahannock Point-To-Point Races Saturday, March 7 Randolph Rouse's Casanova Cup winner Cinzano will make his second foray into Virginia point-topoint competition Saturday in the Ben Venue, featured timber race at the RapHearings Scheduled Rappahannocks annual road hearing before the supervisors and district engineer Don Askew on allocation of the county’s secondary road funds will be held on April 6 at 10 a.m. in the courthouse. In addition, local government officials and citizens will have an opportunity to comment on how Virginia's interstate, primary and urban road construction money and public transit funds should be spent in the coming fiscal year at a meeting in the Highway Department's district headquarters in Culpeper on April 8 at 9 a.m. The department’s preliminary projections indicate that just over $300 million in state and federal funds will be available for interstate, primary and urban systems in the fiscal year beginning July 1. That figure is approximately $50 million less than was available for allocation in the current fiscal year and may be cut even further by proposed reductions in federal aid for highway construction projects. pahannock Hunt meet at Thornton Hill Farm, Sperryville. Contending with the imported Uruguayan stakes winner for points toward the Seven Corners trophy will be last year’s winner Roy “Tennessee" Graham's tough campaigner Boca Bird, Charles Wight’s successful i^c»pt«*hu«( MUty Beethoven and David Moyes’ Helix. The afternoon’s program opens at noon with the Homer C. LeHew turf race which has drawn 19 entries, including Dr. W. H. Wright’s Timbuktu, winner of Casanova’s Acorn Farm event. Trainer D. M. Smithwick has entered Double Sparkle, Storm Petrol and Aysha’s Kid. No jockeys have been assigned at this time. Maximillian Lammers' Garden Games, winner of the second division of Casanova’s Spring Hill race, is entered in the Mary D. Slaughter timber race. Challenging Lammers will be Ivy Hill Farm’s Victory Edition and Charles Seiler’s Your Town. The Mount Salem, a ladies race, will feature last* year's rider champion Shelley O'Higgins aboard Seneca Valley's Amberson Place. Donna Truslow will ride Audley’s Dot and Patty Cassel, who survived a fall last week, will pilot Polyester. Irish Report, winner of the Rogue's Road hurdle race at Casanova, will try to repeat his performance in the Rappahannock hurdle race, a one and one-third mile race open to ladies ana gentlemen. frish Report will face Stakeboat. Fabujous Time and Double Sparkle. Juniors under 18 may compete in the Rappahannock Junior Race, a two-thirds mile flat race for horses or ponies. The junior race will be run in three dhrisiou this year. There ere II entries ranging Troth" horses to small ponies. Roger Smithwick, Peter Winants, Ian Erricker and Dawn Dugan are among the junior competitors. The Durant Hill promises to be an exciting race. First and second place winners at Casanova Cultivating and Pill Mill will meet again in this hurdle race which is part of the First Colony series. Laurie Dove will bring Swift Victory to the New Mount Marshall, a two-mile test over Rappahannock terrain for owner-rider fox hunters. Dove and Swift Victory placed third after going off course in the Foxhunter’s Plate at Casanova last week. Also entered are Maryland ■ Jim and First Jim. it>. jjk Hound tan.. rr TtvwjlA' among spectators, wifi be the final event. This race is open to all hound owners in the Rappahannock Hunt territory or members of the Virginia Foxhunters Association. Hound owners will unleash their hounds to follow a scented course and the First one to finish is declared the winner. General admission is $2.50, and tickets may be purchased at the gate. Baumgardner Disqualifies Self Commonwealth attorney Douglas Baumgardner, who also serves as county attorney and legal advisor to Rappahannock’s local governing bodies, has disqualified himself from rendering advise or otherwise participating as commonwealth attorney in two rezoning cases. In a letter dated March 3, Baumgardner reported that he has a “material financial interest" in Piedmont Land Trust and Rappski Limited Partnership, both with rezoning applications pending before the planning commission and ultimately, the board of supervisors. In the first case, Carson Johnson, as trustee for Piedmont Land Trust, is seeking to rezone 145 acres in ■Piedmont District currently zoned agricultural and conservation to residential subdivision for a ten-lot development. In the second, Rappski Limited has applied for a rezoning from commercial to residential subdivision for 226 acres proposed to be divided into (Continued on Page 3) $2,245,792 School Budget Proposed By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock Mn** Staff ^ ritcr Superintendent William Bloomer unveiled his proposed $2,245,792 school budget for 1981-82 to the Rappahannock school board at Tuesday’s special budget session. The budget presents a 21 per cent increase in total school funds over the $1,856,302 expected to be spent in the current year. On the other side of the ledger, the proposed budget will require an additional $284,002 in county funds over the $925,896 appropriated by the Rappahannock supervisors this year, a hike of 30.7 per cent. At the same time, federal funds to support the budget are expected to jump by 20.2 per cent while the state's share lags far behind with only an 11 per cent climb. “The state very piously says it's going to hold down programs and with the mandates from Richmond, their share goes up 11 per cent and ours goes up 30 per cent!” complained Newbill Miller. "It’s so hypocritical to put a ban on spending at the state level and then slough programs off on localities that they have to fund.” The line item by line item review that Bloomer conducted for the school board until past 11 p.m. shows a 12.4 per cent cost of living increase for all 120 school employees—administrators, teachers, secretaries, custodians, aides, bus drivers and cafeteria staff as well as for substitute teachers. For full-time teachers, however, the superintendent’s proposal includes the step increase for experience under the current salary scale as part of their 12.4 per cent cost of living raise. Under Bloomer’s proposal, the total for teacher salaries is $847,103. The new indexed scale asked for by the RCEA with the 12.4 per cent raise would give a total of $893,279. In the category of administration, the superintendent earmarked $7,000 for architectural fees related to the long-delayed capital improvements program at RCHS. S'/> New Slots Bloomer proposed five and a half new positions for 1981 81: special education coordinator at a salary of $17,000, bus driver for a handicapped vehicle, special education aide for the elementary school, guidance and library aide for the high school, maintenance supervisor at a salary of $15,000 and one half of a teaching position (speech therapist as called for in the six-year special education plan). The proposed budget (Continued on Page 3) McDaniel Accepts New Superintendent Post Assistant superintendent Rob McDaniel will formally submit his resignation to the Rappahannock County School Board at its next regular meeting. Last Wednesday morning, McDaniel was officially appointed superintendent of schools for Cumberland County, a rural jurisdiction in Southwestern Virginia that, like Rappahannock, has only two facilities, an elementary and a high scool. "They have a very positive situation there," McDaniel, said. “The supervisors are very school oriented and there appears to be a very good relationship between the superintendent and the board. 1 was really impressed with everyone’s' positive nature." Cumberland County’s schools have approximately 600 more students than Rappahannock's. The central office staff there, however, is considerably larger. The rural, two-school system employs a superintendent, assistant superintendent, director of instruction, elementary supervisor, fulltime psychologist and fulltime school nurse. McDaniel, an avid hunter and sportsman, noted that the Cumberland area also includes a couple of state forests. “They have an excellent deer and turkey population." he said. Asked if he had been offered the position of superintendent here, McDaniel said he'd been "invited to apply" for the job but had not done so. His four year contract with Rappahannock expires June 30. McDaniel’s departure ups the turn over at the central office to three with the superintendent and bookkeeper also leaving at the end of the 1981 term. For Use On 1981 Tax Bills By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock Mew* Staff Writer Judging from the discussion at Monday's board meeting, the Rappahannock supervisors need to do some fine tuning to bring the county's tax picture into sharp focus. Chairman E. P. Luke dropped a surprise towards the end of the session when he announced that Rappahannock's new 100 per cent fair market value assessment won’t be used as the basis for property taxes in the coming year. Luke was asked by H. B. Wood at an earlier meeting to check whether the old figures (assessment of 60 per cent discounted to 15 per cent) could be used for the tax bills that will go out in 1981. There has been no further discussion, however, on postponing the implementation of fair market value assessment until 1982. The chairman’s announcement on Monday seemed to come as a shock to the rest of the board. H. B. Wood immediately gave his support but added that the proposal was news to him. Supervisor Hubert Gilkey likewise said he knew nothing of the deferment and indicated he felt the fair market assessments should be reflected in 1981 tax bills. Wood brought up the subject of taxes in relation to land use. At the request of the supervisors, the planning commissioners studied use value taxation last fall and unanimously recommended adoption in November of a use value ordinance for the county. The supervisors, however, have not yet taken up the issue at the required public hearing. Tax Break On Land Wood asked on Monday that a hearing be scheduled. When Luke suggested further discussion before a formal public hearing, attorney Bill Fletcher said he'd been approached by landowners faced with deciding whether to ^in an agriculture district as a means of lessening the tax burden which will shift from houses to land with implementation of fair market value assessment, Currently, only C. E. Johnson Jr., owner of all the land'in the county’s only ag district, is eligible for use value taxation in 1981. If the county doesn’t enact a separate land use taxation ordinance by June 30, 1981, ag districts approved by that date will remain the only avenue of tax relief for county farmers and large landowners, according to Fletcher. He pointed out that approval of an ag district is a lengthy process and one which must be started within the next few days in order to meet the June 30 deadline. So. Fletcher said, landowners need to know immediately if they will have the alternative of a county-wide use value ordinance. At this point. Luke announced that the new assessment with its higher values on land will not be implemented in 1981. He reported that he’d received an okay from the state to defer using the new assessment figures until 1982. Clerk Diane Bruce noted thit delaying implementation will mean added computer costs to the county. "Even with extra cost. I think it would be worth it.” said Wood, although he expressed surprise that the decision to defer implementation had already been made. In response to Wood's request for a decision on land use. the supervisors scheduled a public hearing for April 6 on adoption of a use value taxation ordinance. Starting Over Asked to join Monday’s session, commissioner of revenue Merle Scoggin (Continued on Page 2) Fish Skin Tannery Rejected By County By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock Nrw» Staff Writer Concerned over the problems of solid waste disposal and the Thornton River already burdened with pollution from Sperryville’s malfunctioning septic systems, the Rappahannock supervisors voted on Monday to deny Witold Kuncewicz’s application to allow tanning of fish and reptile skins by right in industrial zones. Chairman E. P. Luke noted that Kuncewicz had addressed the technical aspects of a tannery operation ‘‘but not the personal, local, social side of the problem.” As representative of the district in‘which the tannery would be located, Luke said he’d received many calls from constituents—all opposed to the ordinance amendment.” I’ve yet to hear anyone say V___ they would like it, he announced. Kuncewicz. a full-time resident of the county for the past 20 years, said he knew of no complaints of air or water pollution, noise or traffic congestion regarding any of the activities conducted on the industrially zone property since he purchased the old juice plant in the early 1970s. He noted that he has secured local government approvals each time before beginning any of the business operations conducted there. Kuncewicz told the supervisors that he’d spent four years from 1948 to 1951 in the tanning business in England. He said he’d contacted professional associations, colleges and universities for names of recognized experts on leather technology to consult on the possibility of processing leathers without causing pollution. The first report that came back after a review of his plans “looked realistic." Kuncewicz said, and so he hired biochemist Bill Worrell, a VPI graduate recommended by the university’s faculty, to continue research. Once Worrell was satisfied that he could answer "every qualified technical question” on the tannery operation, Kuncewicz said he asked commonwealth attorney Douglas Baumgardner how to proceed since leather tanneries were not included among uses listed by right in an industrial zone. Tannery Omitted With the application for an ordinance amendment, “I’m asking for a redress of an omission," Kuncewicz said, noting that very few in dustrial uses are specified in Rappahannock's zoning ordinance. “Obviously there are more that are suitable for an industrial zone." According to Kuncewicz. Baumgardner advised him to try to get the ordinance changed rather than apply for a variance which would have been “a more practical and easier way to go about it.” Kuncewicz. said that after answering questions raised at the planning commission's earlier public hearing on his application, he felt that “whoever listened to us was convinced we aren’t going to poison anybody—either willingly or unwillingly." To allay the suspicions of two commissioners "very strongly opposed” to the tannery, he noted that he’d agreed with suggestions to limit the operation to just fish and reptile hides rather than the processing of light leathers weighing less than 25 pounds before processing as originally proposed. (Following it’s public hearing, the commission split in a three-to-three vote over recommending approval of Kuncewicz’s request.) The tannery would reclaim an already available resource, using hides from fish skinned on factory ships or in port with a very precise machine that leaves no flesh attached. Kuncewicz said. The skins would be first frozen in a blast freezer to a solid block of ice and then transported on refrigerated trucks to a freezer at the Sperryville plant for storage until processing. The entire operation produces no strong odors and does not use any dangerous substances, according to Kuncewitz. Federal and state controls will ensure that "we won’t flip and start polluting,” he said. Noting the tanneries across the country in violation of water and air quality standards have been closed down. Kuncewitz said any effluent "will probably be cleaner than the Thornton River is today." He stressed his willingness to implement “all necessary and needed controls" and maintained that denial of his application for an ordinance amendment would abrogate his property rights if the tannery operation caused no harm. James Leake noted that fish hides which Kuncewicz passed out to the supervisors and audience were already tanned. "Dead fish don’t smell?" he asked Kuncewicz after being told that frozen untreated skins had no more odor than tanned skins. "If you leave any protein matter long enough, it’s going to stink," Kuncewicz acknowledged. "It happens in your ice box...If we wanted to, we could create a tremendous stink." Fred Frye of Sperryville asked if equipment in the tannery would be vented to the outside. Kuncewicz said there would be no outside vents since the process created no smoke or residue in the air. Noting that Sperryville has a very high water table, Frye asked if there was danger of stored liquids seeping into area wells. Fiber glass storage tanks will be kept in the tannery building itself, a point that waters in the 1978 Sperryville flood, said to be the worst in 100 years, didn’t reach, according to Kuncewicz. Mr. Woodward, a Norfolk resident with property in the vicinity of the proposed tannery, said the 12 families in the immediate area of the building were concerned about residue disposal. Biochemist Bill Worrell reported that fish scales will be settled out in tanks, dried, stored and sold. "Tne rest of the residue will be disposed of according to state law," he said, adding that federal and state regulations won't permit further pollution of the Thornton River. "Just because there are regulations doesn’t mean there’s no pollution," countered Frye, citing pollution from chemical wastes in other areas of the country. "All 12 families you’re talking about are relieving themselves into the river,” (Continued on Page 10) J

Rappahannock New* photn/S. Latham CUB SCOUT PACK 190 held its Blue and Gold Banquet Friday at Wakefield School at Huntly. Cubs attending included, front rqw, from l^ft, Jonathan Andrews, Chris Stewart, Matthew Lynn, Joel Dubenitz; second row, Devon Suter, Skip Giles, Channel Himelright, Ian Williams, David Korn; third row, Alex Smith, Lou Brown, Kevin Weil, Jeff Rozic and Chris Ledgard, in back. Extreme left is Cubmaster Joyce Andrews and left are William Lynn, Headmaster of Wakefield School and Pat Giles, Cub Den Leader. New Values May Be Delayed Until 1982 \wimuuvu 11 Will 1 j/ acknowledged that the state department of taxation had said Rappahannock could Use its old assessment figures for 1981's tax bills. But the computer is now programmed with the new 100 per cent value figures. “We’d have to repost last year’s values and redo the transfers onto the old cards. It’s like starting over,” Scoggin said. Using the old assessment in 1981 will cost an additional S900 this year plus approximately S3,500 next year when new figures are implemented, according to the commissioner of revenue. She noted that all the changes made by appraiser Jerry Hall as the result of meetings with property owners were sent to the computer on Friday. The only changes remaining will come from the equalization board which still has to be appointed by Circuit Court Judge Shore Robertson. 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Tiller is more than a good OCXjBlE MOLDBOARD 4-PAONG *■ ShBONE MAMBQW F MOf» TiN£0 «OTO«S A£ PATOfi RO'OPS visors Deiore maxing nis appointments. Scoggin pointed out that the equalization board must finalize assessment values by June so the supervisors can complete budget work. “Is there any reason for delaying the switch to 100 per cent assessment?” asked Gilkey. “None at all,” the commissioner of revenue replied. The supervisors cannot enact land use for 1981. To do so, Luke pointed out, the ordinance had to be adopted by June, 1980. So if the new assessment figures are implemented this year, then the supervisors will be faced with setting a low tax rate so as not to unduly burden large landowners, according to the supervisor chairman. Delaying implementation of fair market value assessment will give the county the time to adopt the use value taxation ordinance which will reduce the tax burden on large land holdings, he said. “That may be worth paying $3,400,” Luke added. •'“**"* tow-si te*te ' If old assessments are retained in 1981, said Scoggin, then the tax rate will have to go up. With no budget increases, next year’s rate under the old assessment will have to be $5.16 just to recover revenue lost by discontinuing taxes on personal property, livestock and farm machinery, according to the commissioner of revenue. “There’s also been some talk of reducing merchants capital tax,” Luke noted. “That’s a great big hunk of money.” According to the minutes read by clerk Bruce, the supervisors resolved that issue with an earlier vote to set the assessment at zero if merchants capital tax couldn’t be eliminated entirely. To reverse that decision would require another public hearing and a vote to rescind the first action. Luke pointed out that the board's decisions to eliminate taxes on personal property, livestock, farm machinery and merchants capital left taxes on land and buildings as the only remaining revenue source. "There never will be talk again of reducing ^ixit ^uUxaL cSavLnqt and Jloan cdfiiociation -or moNT movAL For the Period from March 5 thru March 11,1981 Money Market Certificates *14.383% gra.-sw: sski-jssstsr-s,. „ ANNUAL tknliw.K M'N,"UB T“" ANNUAL YIELD* * 12.00% 5500 12% *n<*f*>< ^<1* Subject to Chang# at Maturity •A Substantial Interest Penalty is Required lor Early Withdrawal before maturity ••EHacthe Annual Wald Whan Lett To Compound. “See First Federal First” Frat Isftlf Mr|Mi Z2tM amnMitt Pt.BaxMN fa*R»rtf.la.22f)t properly taxes, i ne only way they can go is up... If we go to land use, that will make (the tax burden) even more on houses,” he said. Even if new assessment figures are coupled with land use, "the people in houses are going to make out real well,” Scoggin said. With a 20 cent rate next year applied to 100 per cent assessements (the equivalent of this year’s $4.40 rate on discounted assessments), taxes on houses will actually go down, according to the commissioner of revenue. With .a 30 cent rate on 100 per cent assessments, taxes on houses will increase slightly while taxes on land will go way up, she said. Farms Subdivided Without land use taxation, interjected Dick Latham, farms and large land holdings will be developed into subdivisions “and then everybody’s taxes will go up.” Luke agreed, adding that the levy may have to be put back on farm machinery in order to lessen the burden on Hit tdnd. He reported that-ta Madison County, implementation of land use has “pushed tax bills up considerably... We’re moving in the direction of taxing people out of their houses,” he warned. ‘‘And off their land,” Latham added. “1 think the pressure is equal.” . In regard to fears of higher tax bills under the new 100 per cent assessment, Scoggin said she’d received complaints from a woman who figured her taxes would double. But the woman is paying only about $100 now for her house and 80-some acre lot, the commissioner of revenue added. Gilkey reported similar complaints, one from a man who currently pays only $25 in property taxes. Undertaxation has been the county’s problem, the Wakefield supervisor maintained. "One hundred per cent fair market value brings everything up to what it should be for everybody in the county. It may be nice to get a $25 tax bill but it’s not fair!” Luke agreed that the new assessment will make county taxes “more equitable" but he also supported Latham's argument that without some kind of tax break, farmers and large landowners will sell their property for development. .Gilkey said he supported a tax break for real farmers but not for the investor who comes into Rappahannock County, buys 50 acres and applies for land use. That person wouldn’t qualify for use value taxation. Scoggin countered. She noted (Continued on Page 3) Garage Rezortings Denied Or Tabled By County Supervisors By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock New* Staff Writer At Monday’s meeting the Rappahannock supervisors denied one application for a commercial garage rezoning, tabled a second and authorized the planning commission to hold a public hearing on an ordinance amendment which would allow commercial garages with a special use permit in agricultural zones. The supervisors followed the planning commissions recommendation in turning down Charles Dodson’s application to rezone a lot on Route 707 at Slate Mills from agricultural to commercial. No one appeared to speak in favor of the request while neighboring landowners Irvin Kenyon and Phillip Hawkins repeated opposition they raised at the planning commission’s earlier public hearing. Kenyon noted that the rezoning did not comply with ordinance criteria that commercial zones be equated to major transportation routes or industrial areas. He maintained that approval of .the rezoning would have a detrimental impact on property values in the area and did not fit in with the residential and agricultural character of the Slate Mills community. Approval of Dodson's application would constitute “spot zoning” as defined by Virginia’s Supreme Court in that it would benefit one or more landowners as opposed to complying with the county’s overall land use plan, according to Kenyon. He noted that Rappahannock’s recently adopted comprehensive plan doesn't call for commercial zoning anywhere except in and around existing villages. In response to a question from supervisor Dick Latham, Kenyon said there are no existing commercial businesses in the Slate Mills area. The little community had a general store that closed some time ago, he said, adding that the store is not shown as commercial on the zoning map. The closest property zoned commercial is the H & J Grocery on Route 231 five or six miles away, said Kenyon. Blanket Approval Supervisor chairman E. P. Luke noted that a commercial rezoning would allow Dodson to pursue a range of Art Reviewer Wanted In order to provide regular coverage of visual arts and dramatic events in the county, the Rappahannock News is seeking someone with an interest or background in the arts to serve as newspaper reviewer and critic. Althouh no salary is presently available for the position, the Arts and Drama critic would have a regular weekly or bi-weekly column in the newspaper and would receive numerous and valuable "payments in kind” 9 in the form of free tickets and entertainment. He or she would maintain weekly contact with art organizations^ keep readers informed of upcoming arts events, and would review and criticize all dramatic and other cultural performances astheyoocur. ’■ r.t - 'tAtage Reynolds, head of public relations for Wakefield Country Day School, Don Bomberger, RCHS director of drama. Freeman Allan, Manager of Mountain Magic Cinema and Theater, and Rappahannock Players managing director Bob Mahlbacher have all agreed to cooperate fully. Each organization will provide a pair of complimentary tickets for the reviewer and a companion to any of their classic film, literary, dance, drama, music, or other events scheduled for a given week. If you have a way with words and want to help further the arts in the community, send a brief resume this week to the Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 38, Washington, Va. 22747. It is possible that the forthcoming column may be written by.two or three reviewers in coordination in order to allow for a range of insights and views. Black History Winners Winners in the Black History contest week were: Art, first place, LaVonne Adkins; second, Bobby Ludwick and third, John McKay. Essays, first, LaVonne Adkins; second, James Dennis and third. Attend Black History Program Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bailey III and Mark of Rixeyville with Mrs. Edward Baileyt Jr.. Mrs. Edward Bailey Sr., Belinda Bailey, Mrs. Lillie Gates Peyton, Mrs. Marie Davis, Kathryn, M»rie and Chandra, all of Washington, attended Northern Virginia Community College annual celebration of Black History on Sunday, March 1, at the Stonewall Jackson Middle School in Manassas. Featured artists included the African Heritage Dancers and Drummers of Washington, D. C., the Isaac Howard Singers of Fairfax and the Black Awakening Gospel Choir of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. ++++ We must be proud of ourselves instead of ashamed of ourselves; proud that we are human beings born to overcome obstacles rather than to perish under them. We must realize once and for all that we are here in this world to succeed, not fail! First Annual Amissville Ruritan SPAGHETTI DINNER Sat., March 14,5 p.m. • 7:30 p.m. Amissville Fire Hall 43.50adult* $1.75children (12Sunder) $10 Family Plan - 2 adults, 2 or more children (12 & under) $1.50 additional—ALL YOU CAN EAT! Proceeds to be used for upcoming community projects. Sharon Scott. Music, first, Dec Dee Grant, second, Cindy Buckner and third, Marie Davis. Troy Robinson won first place in public speaking. In the Poetry category first place went to LaVonne Adkins for work by a famous black author. In the second category Jim McCullough won first place and Julie Burke was second in reciting own poems. The contests were sponsored by the Rappahannock Branch oftheNAACP. Culpeper Building & Supply Corp. is i^eie orating 44 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE WITH basn Discounts on Everything in Stock at Our Store! 9 Door Prize drawn each day at our sales slips. Storm Windows • * — Headboard Siding PlliHrtna Roof Shinfle* Picture Frame Kits Lumber Paint Prefiniibed Paneling ®ni*bei • buulabon 1 Framing Lumber Sbeetrock I B»ra A Fence Paint Muonary Product* Varnuhe* St AIM Come to Our Celebration Sale Now thru March 14,198« Culpeper Building & Supply Coro I OldRixeyvilleRoad (WellSt Lxkojfi ^ » V*7* I __ Mom I25-1SM ' Cu'pep" I other uses in addition to his proposed garage. Unlike other applicants who have requested commercial rezonings for garages, Dodson is not yet in business, Luke said. “He got a permit for a building and now he wants to make a commercial business out of it,” he said, adding that commercial zoning is not appropriate in a residential area. The vote to deny Dodson’s application was unanimous. A recommendation for denial from the planning commission was also forwarded along with a request from Hushel Settle to rezone one acre on Route 729 near Estes from agricultural to commercial for a garage. (See separate story.) With the recommendation for denial came a second proposal from the planning commission for an amendment to the zoning ordinance which would allow garages with not more than five used cars for sale at a single time in agricultural zones by special use permit from the Board of Zoning Appeals. "What’s going to keep him from having 100 cars and saying only five are for sale? asked supervisor Clarence Baldwin. H. B. Wood interjected that questions on the amendment could be addressed at the required public hearing. "If Mr. Dodson came back, could he qualify under the same thing?” asked Hubert Gilkey. Luke replied that if the amendment is adopted, Dodson and anybody else who wants a garage can apply for a special use permit. Latham described the situation as “closing the bam door after the horse is stolen.” He maintained that the county needs some mechanism to check on building permits, “whether a structure is commercial or private.” Lack of follow through to ensure that permit specifications are adhered to is “getting us into a lot of trouble.” the Jackson representative said. Agreeing to table Settle’s rezoning application, the supervisors sent the proposed ordinance amendment back to the planning commission for public hearing. Kreyling Honored On Saturday, February 7, members of the Board of Directors and the staff of Sursum Corda School honored Peter Kreyling for his many years of volunteer services to the school. A surprise party took place at Horseshoe Hollow, the home of Lee and Diana Bird near Washington. For four years Mr. Kreyling has been the technical director for the AllStar Revue, Sursum Corda’s annual talent show and fund raising event. Mr. Kreyling, who works professionally as a carpenter and electrician, has donated many hours of his time in setting up excellent lighting and sound systems for the show. His services, as well as those of many other community volunteers, have made the annual talent shows very successful events, a school official said. ++++ Let our teaching be full of ideas. Hitherto it has been stuffed only with facts. NOTICE Pursuant to Section 15.1-431 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and Article 173 of the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance, 1973, notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission, of Rappahannock . . Po.n^der the.. application of Donald Brown of 5106 Richardson Drive, Fairfax, Virginia 22032 for an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance of Rappahannock County and, in particular, to rezone his property (tax map no. 32) located on U S Highway 211, three (3) miles west of Amissville, Virginia, from Agricultural (A-1) to General Business or Commercial, on March 18, 19.81, at 7:30 p.m. in the Courthouse, Washington, Rappahannock County Virginia. The aforesaid amendment and application are available for public examination at the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. All persons affected by or interested in said application may appear at this hearing to present their views. PLANNING COMMISSION OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY BY M S BARKSDALE Chairman

Supervisors Take Second Look At County Dispatch By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock News Staff Writer "Rappahannock is apparently going to have to bite the bullet," announced supervisor E. P. Luke on Monday, indicating that the county may have to provide its own dispatch service for the sheriffs department as well as for fire and rescue units. The supervisors learned last month that the free dispatch from the Culpeper Sheriffs Department for the county’s emergency services in Washington, Amissville, Flint Hill and Castleton would be discontinued as of July 1. Luke met recently with Culpeper’s planner and the county administrator in an attempt to avoid the cut off. Instead of coming away with an agreement to continue dispatching for fire and rescue, the supervisions chairmen learned that Culpeper sheriff Robert Peters will also be asked to terminate as of July 1 the free dispatch service provided to the Rappahannock Sheriffs Department. ot the Culpeper board of supervisors. “Our problem is with a group that’s not a government entity (Culpeper’s fire and rescue squads) causing us a lot of heartache by requiring that we spend lots of money for our own dispatch service,” he explained. Supervisor H. B. Wood asked if the county couldn’t hook into the fire service’s dispatch network rather than spending $65,000 for its own. Unfamiliar With County Paul Poling, the county’s representative on the Rappahannock-planning district’s emergency services council, replied that forest wardens are dispatched from Charlottesville. Other localities are trying to get away from that type of situation, he said, citing Culpeper and Warrenton’s efforts to have a dispatch service run by someone familiar with the area served. Time lost in reaching a location inadquately identifies can mean life or death r in heart attack cases and other emergencies, Poling said. Sheriff W. A. Buntin added that the fire dispatchers from Charlottesville can’t even be monitored here. Wood pointed out that many county residents don’t know how to contact their local fire department or rescue squad. He said that recently while writing out a check as a donation, he realized he didn’t have the Sperryville fire department’s number and was unable to find it in the telephone directory. Sheriff Buntin replied that in some directories, the number is listed under Mrs. Ethel Clater’s name and she calls Cecil Baldwin who sets off the siren. Sperryville’s fire department and rescue squads are the only emergency services dispatched by telephone. Amissville, Castleton, Washington and Flint Hill are dispatched by the Culpeper Sheriffs Department and Chester Gap by the Warren County Sheriffs Department. “There should be a central number that goes to the county dispatcher,” said supervisor Hubert Gilkey. Luke agreed that would be the “ideal situation.” He added that with the request from Culpeper Fire Departments to discountinue dispatch service for Rappahannock’s sheriff’s department, he will appeal to the state compensation board to fund salaries for staff to operate the county’s own service, estimated at S42.700 for one part-time and four full-time positions. “But I don't think we’ll get approval for five or even two new personnel," he said. While President Reagan is trying to cut down on government. Wood added, “we’re proposing to expand...1 don’t see why Rappahannock people can’t be educated to call Charlottesville” for fire and rescue dispatch. Wood said. As an alternative, he suggested that the planning district staff be asked to coordinate some type -pf NOTICE Pursuant to Section 15.1-431 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and Article 17-3 of the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance, 1973, notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Rappahannock County, Virginia will consider the application of Carson B. Johnson, Trustee to rezone that certain tract or parcel of land containing 144.122 acres, more or less, less and except any portion of said land lying within the limits of the Town of Sperryville, Virginia of which Piedmont Land Trust is currently contract owner, and which is currently owned by John P. Kalas and Jeanette W. Kalas, Trustees, from the Agricultural (A-1) District and Conservation (CV-1) District to the Residential Subdivision (RS-1 District, on March 18, 1981 at 7:30 p.m. in the Courthouse, Washington, Rappahannock County, Virginia. Said land lies on the western side of State Route 600 running from the Town of Sperryville to Old Hollow. The aforesaid amendment and application are available for public examination at the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. All persons affected by or interested in said application may appear at this hearing to present their views. PLANNING COMMISSION OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY BY: H. S. BARKSDALE, Chairman cooperative dispatch service. Poling emphasized that the county has a responsibility under state law towards fire departments. “We must remember we’re all here to provide service,” he said, adding that two landowners in the county, one on Hickerson Mountain and the other on Bessie Bell, have volunteered land for a radio tower site. He reported that the emergency services council is applying to the federal communications svstem for a study on the best tower location. “It’s going to cost money but wouldn’t it be better to do it now rather than down the road,” he said of the dispatch service. Poling added that the town will be needed for communications with area hospitals, with or without the dispatch service. Luke said he wasn’t against providing a local dispatch service but added that a "politically acceptable” solution must be found. If county residents support spending $65,000 for fire and rescue dispatch, then they needed to hold their hands up in the air at a supervisors’ meeting, he said. “We can play hardball” in retaliation for Culpeper discontinuing dispatch service here, the chairman continued. "We can cut them off on the dumpsters, on fire and resuce (service across the county line),” he said. Luke added, however, that “humanely, it’s not a good idea.” In conclusion, he said he would speak to the Culpeper supervisors to see if Rappahannock can work out an agreement to continue sharing dispatch service by possibly funding additional staff. Luke also said he would contact the planning district for help and at the same ' time, seek to persuade the State Compensation Board to pick up salaries for five nnsitions required to operate the county s own fire, rescue and sheriffs department dispatch service. Tours Hawaii Lewis C. Nelson, formerly of Rappahannock County, has recently returned to his home in Washington, D. C. from a tour of the islands of Honolulu, Maui, and Hawaii. He visited Pearl Harbor, the Arizona Memorial, the Polynesian Cultural Center, Eastman Kodak show, Volcano National Park, pineapple ranches and sugar cane fields. He also enjoyed the Danny Kaleikini revue at the Kahala Hilton Hotel in Honolulu and the belly dancers at the Kona Hilton Hotel in Kona, Hawaii. Lunch Sale The Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad will have a lunch sale. Saturday. March 7 at the Rappahannock Point-to-Point races. Any donations or baked goods would be appreciated. For more information contact Wijson Burke at 987-8185 or Cecil Baldwin at 987-8240. THURSDAY SPECIALS OPEN 12to6 with even greater reductions LADIES WINTER COATS . Reg. $88 to $250 NOW $20 to $75 DRESSES Reg. $34 to $100 NOW $8 to $32 1 Group AIGNER SHOES Values to $65.00 NOW $19.99 MENS SLACKS Reg. $20 to $59 NOW $4.50 to $10.00 SUITS AND SPORTCOATS Reduced Again 1 Group DRESS SHIRTS $4.00 each 20% Cash Discount on Summer Suits and Sport Coats No Exchanges No Refunds Alterations Extra Dke WklteSk South Gate Shopping Center Culpeper Rev. Petty Serves Rock Villa The Rev. Gene Petty of Louisa has accepted a call to the Rock Villa Mission Fellowship at Sperryville as interim pastor and assumed his duties the first of March. A graduate of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Ky., Rev. Petty has served churches in Miami, Fla. and central Virginia. Prior to entering the ministry, Petty, age 60, spent twenty-five years in business management and ownership. He has been involved in world missions and has directed tours to the Holy Land, Europe and Middle East. Rev. Petty has devoted his time for the past two years to the volunteer mission program, the most recent iti Colombia, South America. J The minister and his wife'r Clara Belle, have two sons, Robert, 37, a professional photographer in Richmond and Richard, 28, a first Propose* Shows 21 (Continued from Page 1) includes an increase in the services of the school psychologist from two days to two and a half days per week and additional services from the mental health clinic with the $5,000 cost covered by federal funds available for expansion of special education programs. On transportation services. Bloomer projected $78,800 for gasoline, oil and lubricants, basing the figure on anticipated gas costs of $1.80 a gallon. Asked how he arrived at that estimate, the superintendent joked, "I gazed into a crystal ball!” To maintain the school board's approved ten year rotation cycle for school buses. Bloomer included two regular buses at $21,300 each, in the 1981-82 budget. He added an additional $21,300 for a handicapped vehicle necessary to carry a Five-year-old boy in a wheelchair to and from school. The vehicle can also be used to transport two special education students to Culpeper on a dally' basWIbf classes, according to assistant superintendent Rob McDaniel. Hospitalization For the first time, the category of fixed charges includes a proposal to pay single person coverage for hospitalization for all 120 school employees at a cost of $54,000. In addition. Bloomer proposed that bus drivers be covered under the school’s retirement program at a cost of $4,054 as well as Engaged Mr. and Mrs. John K. Dixon of Falls Church announce the engagement of their daughter, Catherine H. Dixon of Viewtown to Jeffrey G. Bell of Oakton. He is the son of Col. and Mrs. Dale M. Bell of Annandale. An April wedding is planned. \ ++++ What we think most about is constantly weaving itself into the fabric of our career, becoming a part of ourselves, increasing the power of our mental magnet to attract those things which we most ardently desire. —O.S. Marden REV. GENE PETTY lieutenant in the Air Force stationed at George AFB, Calif. Services at Rock Villa are held each Sunday with Sunday School at 10 a.m. and the worship at 11. Those in the community are cordially invited to attend. 1 Budget % Jump having the school board pay the premium on the drivers' mandatory life insurance policies that are part of the retirement package. The largest percentage increase in budget categories comes in capital outlay but without the inclusion of any funds for expansion at the high school. In addition to musical instruments ($3,290), fire extinguishers for the cafeteria ($1,000), 'special education equipment ($1,000) and emergency lights for the elementary school ($4,125), capital outlay includes $12,789 for computer terminal, printer and telephone line tied into Piedmont Technical School. Bloomer said that the requested computer service hooked up to the central office is expected to be used for scheduling at RCHS, payrolls and warrants and budget accounting and record keeping. In addition, he said that the computer may possibly be used for attendance records which would replace the necessity of teachers having to keep dasS registers. Copies of the proposed school budget are available at the school board’s central office in Sperryville for public inspection. The board has scheduled another special meeting on Tuesday, March 17, at 7:30 p.m. in the elementary school library for public response to the superintendent’s proposed 1981-82 budget. The budget is set for adoption by the school board at a final special session on March 24. Old Assessment May Be Retained (Continued from Page 2) that among other criteria, land use taxation ordinances require that landowners produce records to prove that property has been in agricultural production for the previous five years. With the board meeting lasting almost two hours longer than the supervisors’ normal noon adjournment and two supervisors already departed, Luke set Friday, March 6, at 9 a.m. in the court house for a special meeting to continue the discussion on taxes and assessment and complete the March agenda. Community Concert Membership At a meeting of the :xecutive board of the Community Concert Association on February 24, plans were made for the upcoming 1982 membership Jrive. “Since there are still two concerts in the 1981 program, it is a bit confusing to the public to talk about the 1982 offerings", said Mrs. Jackson Fray, President, "but it is necessary to make Auditions Rescheduled Try-outs for Peter Pan, the Rappahannock Players' spring production directed by Pali Delevitt, have been rescheduled so as not to conflict with Saturday’s Rappahannock Point-toPoint Races. Auditions will be held at Mountain Magic Cinema in Washington on Thursday, March 5, beginning at 7:30 p.m., Friday, March 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 8, starting at 1 p.m. According to Delevitt, each audition will take approximately 10 minutes with prospective actors and actresses assigned a number for their turn when they report to the theater. Everyone will be asked to fill out an audition sheet with information on themselves, including theatrical background (if any), skills and interests, either performing or technical. Auditioners may bring their own music or choose a number to sing witn piano accompaniment from the Players' selections. They will also be asked to do a short reading from Peter Pan and perform a few simple dance steps to demonstrate how they move on stage. Delevitt is looking for youngsters and adults to cast Baumgardner (Continued from Page 1) , eight lots. "Since I own a financia interest in both the Piedmon Land Truat the RappaV Limited Partnership, I ai disqualifying myself wit respect to both of the aboi applications." Baumgardm wrote in a letter addressed t supervisor chairman E. I Luke, planning commissio chairman Herbert Bark; dale and supervisor cler Diane Bruce. Baumgardner noted tha legally, he is not required t disclose his financial interest in the two properties but wa doing so to avoid "even th apperance of impropriety" a a public official. plans now.” Letters have already gone out to all of the 1,100 members who joined for the 1981 performances. Hopefully, they will all rejoin for 1982 so that personal solicitation will not be required. Mrs. A. ^Gordon Willis and Mrs. Philip Cox of Culpeper have again consented to co-chair the membership drive. The offerings for next year will be the Roger Wagner in a wide variety of parts that range from pirates and Indians to a nurse dog and a ticking crocodile. Eight weeks of rehearsals will preceed opening night scheduled for April 30. In addition. Delevitt needs volunteers for make-up, costumes, set building and painting, ticket sales, publicity—all areas of theater production Also still needed is a piano for the production. Anyone willing to either donate or loan for two months an upright console with low back should contact the director at 675-3412. Fit & Sat 7 4 9:10 H Sun.-Thurs. at 7:30 SaUSun. |Mat. 2:00 p.m. 6 Academy Award ^atJSunT Mats, and Mon. Eve. Chorale, America’s premier choral ensemble; the Empire Brass Quintet, with two trumpets, a French horn, a tuba and a trombone; and Veri and Jamanis, duopianists. Mrs. Paul Frantz, Rappahannock membership chairman, has announced that the “kick-off- coffee for volunteers for the 1982 membership solicitations will be held at the home of Mrs. Gordon Willis in Culpeper, Tuesday, March 17 at 10 a.m. On Sunday, March 15, The Harvey Pittel Trio, the second of the 1981 performances, will be held at the Culpeper High School. Deals Have Son Mr. and Mrs. Clarence H. Deal of Sperryville announce the birth of a son, Clarence Henry, Jr., on February 23. 1981 at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Grandparents of the infant are Mr. and Mrs. Erser Dodson of Rochelle and Mrs. Mabel Deal of Sperryville. Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Sisk of Manassas are the greatgrandparents. Expert Watch & Jewelry Repair Appraisals 825-6033 Petersen leuieler'a iouth Gate Shopping Center Culpeper, Va. REALTY WORLD Tfcai Estate RESIDENTIAL HOME AS INVESTMENT In the past, any real estate investor who eyed the purchase of incomeproducing property would forsake the single-family home and aim for the apartment house. The reason being that the cash flow is always larger with multi-family dwellings in relation to the amount of dollars invested. ^But this view is changing today and the single-family home is growing more and more popular as an investment property, especially for the beginning investor For one thing, there arc a lot more of them on the market than apartment houses. They arc easier to get into and out of so the investment money is somewhat more liquid In some ways, it can be compared with the investment of raw land in that the main profit is made when the property is sold. If the residential homes are selected carefully in a steady growth area, the appreciation can be very lucrative. Holding costs can be covered by rental income. Also there is an excellent tax shelter offered by deducting depreciation from your income which can allow you to reduce the taxes on other income. If there it anything we can do to help you in the Held of real estate, please i»h ;ne or drop in at mll.t'.t'.N M. DAY. lt.Al.TOK. The Clopton House. Washington. Va. 22747. Phone: 675-3400. We’re here to help. RAPPAHANNOCK POINT-TO-POINT HUNT RACES SATURDAY MARCH 7 11A.M. In Panoramic Mountain Setting 1 Ten Horse Races—Timber. Brush and Turf—including the Pairs Race, plus the Famous Hound Race in full view THORNTON HILL FARM 1 Yt Miles South of Sperryville on Route 522 General Admission $2.50 Refreshments Available Parking $2.00 Sponsor Ticket Available at Cate Admitting Gar and 2 Occupants on Coum_

—-Happatfannock Jfeuia-— An Independent Newspaper EstaOSshed 1877 Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL Publisher SARAH C. LATHAM, Executive Editor JOHN T. TOLER. General Manager DAPHNE I. HUTCHINSON, News Editor To Subscribe Write or Phone Washington, Va. 675-3348 BY MAIL: 37.00 a year in Rappahannock and adjoining counties: 38.50 a year elsewhere in the United Statee BAC* COPIES: One month to »years, 75 cents each; over 3 years, $3 each OFFICE: Rappahannock News Bldg., Washington, Va. 22747 HOURS: 8:30 a m to 5:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Published by Warrenton Printing & Publishing Company, Inc. Member. Audit Bureau of Circulation THURSDAY. MARCH 5, 1981 Letters To The Editor Budget Cuts Attacked To the editor: The economic and other troubles perceived in our nation and our government have not been occasioned by American workers or women, children or the elderly, the unemployed or students, the ill or mass transit users, artists or public broadcasters. The idea that President Reagan has that these groups should somehow be made to pay for inflation and economic depression is absurd. Federal costs which can be squeezed from them can do much human damage. They cannot produce economic prosperity nor halt inflation. Most citizens do not know that Social Security and other trust fund taxes for decades, anc up to recent times, were vastly in excess of the programs’ costs. As late as 1975 (the last year for which I have a Federal Budget), the estimated receipts of all trust funds in excess of expenditures was S8.4 billion, of which S2.62 billion was anticipated from Social Security taxes. Trust fund taxes, pouring into our treasury, masked and alleviated federal defecit spending to fund military expenditures. Talk about the Social Security "problem” nnlv heoan when ex penditures for those purposes began to approximate the budget receipts raised by employment withholding tMCk (‘uV.WSSU Social r Security taxes were not put into a vault. They weren’t invested in productive enterprises. They were spent as received for whatever the government needed money for. The Social Security Trust Fund is an accounting device and the government was never eager to thank the American workers for the excess taxes they were paying. I cite this as one example of how workers and the aged aren’t the cause of our problems. The sectors of the society responsible for our ills are, for example, the following: Advertising, the automobilehighway complex, the military-industrial complex, monopolistic and multinational corporations, real estate speculators, dishonest and cowardly public office holders, unwise bankers, rich tax dodgers and the medical professions. The power of these groups determines how issues are framed for public discussion and how they are addressed by public bodies. It is these groups whom President Reagan, his policies and friends represent and who will try to keep attention from themselves and instead focused on the less well organized sections of society mentioned above. To misplace the sources of our problems is understandable behavior. but it is irresponsible and poor public policy, as events will increasingly demonstrate. Advertising contributes perhaps 50 percent to the cost of many items. (I heard recently that Proctor and Gamble have budgeted for one year of TV advertising alone S600 million.) Vast military expenditures, carried on for decades and not folly funded by regular taxation, have been the occasion for unproductive and inflationary federal spending and defecits. Real estate speculation has resulted in ruinous housing costs for everyone. Multi-national corporations have drained millions of jobs from the U.S. to goreign shores. It would be difficult to find many “American made” products, some components of which had not been produced abroad. Our nation does not have a rational resource use policy because natural resource plunder is the source of billions of dollars of profit for the wealthy who control world resources - fossil fuels, minerals, forests, fisheries and even agricultural lands. These are some of the causes of our woes and frustration, and until these and similar problems are addressed, no amount of attempted federal budget balancing or social tinkering will produce anything but more crime, violence, public apathy and impair. No will it help to focus blame for our foreign policy problems on the poor and rebellious peoples of small, Mggcr ' and better thermonuclear weapons and transferring conventional weapons to unstable governments won’t occasion peace and security for the U.S. at home or abroad. More than a generation of experience along these lines should have convinced us of that. Again, the President’s focusing attention on places where solutions for difficult problems do not lie will prove unsuccessful and particularly dangerous for our nation and the whole world. Many people who voted to put our present "representatives” in power did so in ignorance and under misperceptions. At present, we can’t change that, but we can let elected officials know now we see their plans for us are misconceived. For when the present administration's policies have worked their harm upon society, have proved farcical, who will those in power seek to blame for their own failures? I haven't any doubt about that. Each of us views his or her own past and present with different eyes. But in a representative society, whose freedoms and institutions we cherish, each of us has a responsibility to seek the truth and to let public decision makers know what we believe we understand. Citizens must not commit the crime of silence when the fate of our nation and the world is at stake. DIANA W. BIRD Cruelty To Animals To the editor: I feel a need to alert the people in our village of Amissville, that cruelty to animals does exist. It is hard to accept the fact that among us is a trigger happy person who would deliberately put a bullet in a dumb animal and leave it to suffer, should they miss their mark. On Feb. 18, the beautiful, loving cat belonging to Tiffany Burke, nine-year-old daughter of Vicki Burke Dennis, who lives in my apartment, was found outside her door with its shoulder and leg bones shattered and a 22 bullet lying near her heart. This diagnosis was found after taking “Snickers” to a veterinarian. Can anyone imagine what this did to a little child?—this cruelty to a pet she loved so much. For a while she had no understanding of why, and frankly neither did her elders. However, "Snickers” is alive with three legs and the bullet. But should he decide to take a walk in the wrong direction, who knows, he may not return, so beware neighbors. Here’s hoping it will not happen to you. I must quote Tiffany as saying, "I hate what was done to my cat, but I don’t hate the one who did it. I’m going to pray for them, because I know they are sick.” I am afraid if this behavior continues, someone will not always be so kind. MAXINE HUTTON Amissville Residency Poets? To the editor: I recently returned from the public schools of Richmond where I had a two-day Poets-in-Schools “residency”. I met with 20 middle-level children for two hours a day in the school library. Several of these children were not particularly interested in poetry. They came because they had to. My task was to entice them to experiment with a new, and ultimately very serious kind of play, called poetry. How exciting for them to discover that the English language could be a medium to be trimmed and fashioned and shaped - as potters shape clay - to express their own intuition, their own unique vision. How exciting to discover, suddently, that they had a whole lot that they wanted to say, and to become so absorbed in saying it that they did not even look up when the school photographer walked around the table snapping their pictures. In Richmond, poets (and other artists) have 1 to 6 weeks residencies. Usually they take over the regular English classroom. (How simple vocabulary, grammer and spelling become, when needed for self-expression). Sometimes they meet with selected children: the retarded, the exceptional, : and fiHtwfd - tom - etiUdiak who get into trouble. Two nearby school systems: Front Royal and Warrenton also participate in this program. But where is Rappahannock? this is not an expensive program. No additional space is needed beyond the normal class room, or a corner of the library or cafeteria. No materials are needed beyond paper and pencil. Costs include minor administrative expense and artists salaries. The Virginia Commission for the Arts pays up to 50 percent of the cost. The remainder is paid for by the sponsoring school(s) or private organization(s). Applications must be submitted by April 1 for residencies which will take place between July 1, 1981 through August 31, 1982. President Reagan has proposed sharp budget cuts in arts programs. Shouldn't we take advantage of this opportunity while we can? CARLA EUGSTER Dispels Confusion To the editor: Bill Lyne’s Letter to the Editor, published February 26, 1981 certainly was helpful in dispelling some confusion over the reported "2115 percent increase" in the worth of real estate in this county. But I think Bill might have deflated even further the exaggerated figure, which was immediately seized upon to urge upon the county dramatically increased public expenditures. An increase of SI 28 million to S245 million represents a 91 percent increase, not a “191 percent increase". We do indeed multiply any given number by 1.91 to increase it by 91 percent but the 1 before the decimal only keeps us on square one, i.e., preserves the quantity with which we start and in which we want to compute the percentage increase. The two digits following the decimal will represent the percentage increase. When we double a number, we increase it by 100 percent; clearly, S245 million is not quite double $128 million, so we are not increasing by as much as 100 percent. While "21 cents per hundred" as a tax rate under the new valuation system may i Rappahannock News Photo/Thereaa Reynolds MARCH LAMBS bask in the warm sun of an early spring at the Updike farm near Washington. Since then, temperatures have returned to freezing for the first time since the middle of February. Planners Propose Garage, Car Sales For Ag Zone By DAPHNE HUTCHINSON Rappahannock M«*w» Staff Writer The Rappahannock planning commissioners have proposed that the county's zoning ordinance be amended to allow commercial garages and used car sales with a special permit in an agricultural zone. At last Wednesday's special meeting, the commissioners settled on the ordinance amendment as the most feasible way out of a tight spot created by inconsistent application and enforcement of the county’s land use laws. The February 25 meeting was scheduled for the commissioners to act on an application from Hushel • Settle to rezone one acre on Route 729 from agriculture to commercial for operation of a garage with used car sales. At a public hearing two weeks ago, held at the thp com- , missioners indicated opposition to what they considered to be spot zoning inconsistent with both ordinance criteria and goals onH nhiArfii/AC cpf in Ran. pahannock’s comprehensive plan. The issues involved with Settle’s application are also complicated by the commissioners’ unanimous recommendation two months ago for approval of a similar rezoning for Jerry Mills’ garage two miles away on the same road. In addition, the commission reversed the position it took on the Mills rezoning just a month later with a unanimous recommendation for denial of another commercial garage rezoning, this one from Charles Dodson in Slate Mills. Further problems arise from the fact that Settle, like Mills before him, has operated his automotive garage and wrecker business for several years in an agricultural zone in violation appear to be much more palatable, politically, to the taxing authorities than a “$4.40 per hundred” rate under the old discounted system, 1 think we can depend upon it that the taxpayers of this county are intelligent enough to keep their eyes on numbers rather than words. What i$ to say, the bottom line for them will be that number of dollars on the check they have to send in to the county Treasurer to pay their tax bill! ROBERT W. EASTHAM Flint Hill of the county's zoning ordinance which allows enterprises of that type only in residential business, commercial and industrial zones. E. P. Luke, chairman of the Rappahannock supervisors and the board’s representative on the planning commission, noted that the garage Settle has operated for the past seven years is hot allowed in an agriculture zone by right or with a special use permit under county ordinances. He described the request for a commercial rezoning of the one acre lot as the wrong solution to the problem. "It opens up a whole list of uses." he said. Luke added that commercial rights to a wide range of uses, including pressing and dry cleaning plants, printing plants, commercial dairies, veterinary hospitals and all uses existing in the villages of „ Sperryvillc. Flint Hill and A Woodville, would apply to the property with a commercial rezoning and would pass with title to the land if Settle sold the property. Amend Ordinance “My suggestion is that we not rezone commercial but instead recommend to the supervisors that they amend the ordinance section on uses allowed in an agricultural zone to include automotive garages,” said Luke. "That way, we would not be in violation. Mr. Settle wouldn't be in violation and he could continue his operation." Noting that the planners are currently involved in a review of the zoning and subdivision ordinances, Luke said this process will not be completed for at least eight to nine months. “But this could be done in 60 days," he said of the amendment to allow garages in an agricultural zone. "Or we could just not do anything and let Mr. Settle continue," Luke said. “But he would be in violation of the ordinance,” he noted. The supervisor chairman described his proposal to amend the zoning ordinance as "the only practical solution...Rezoning to commercial in this case is strictly spot zoning," he emphasized. Adjoining landowner Chris Parrish asked if the suggested amendment to the ordinance would permit Settle to operate an inspection station. "Since it would be a valid use in an agricultural zone (if the amendment is adopted), I'd say yes," Luke replied. He acknowledged that state troopers have reportedly advised Settle he must have a commercial rezoning before getting an inspection license. Noting that many counties in Virginia have no zoning at all. however, Newbill Miller questioned whether commercial zoning is an actual license requirement for either an inspection station or a used car dealership. Settle's daughter-in-law whose husband will run the garage operation full-time asked how the commissioners could oppose Settle’s request as spot zoning after approving spot zoning for Jerry Mills' garage. Commercial Extension? Luke replied that the planning commissioners' recommendation with Mills’ case involved adding on to the adjoining grocery store's existing commercial designation. (Repeatedly, the planning commissioners and the supervisors have referred to Mills' rezoning as an extension of an existing commercial zone from the adjoining grocery store. Mills Store at Estes, however, was never zoned commercial. It was not colored in commercial on the official map when the zoning ordinance was adopted and therefore the store is a non-conforming commercial use in an agricultural zone under the so called "grandfather clause” which allows uses existing at the time the ordinance was adopted to continue. Rappahannock's commonwealth attorney Douglas Baumgardner advised the supervisors prior to their vote to rezone Mills' property that the action was not an extension of an existing commercial zone since no such zone existed.) "We could either do it the right way or I’ll take it to a lawsuit." said Settle. "I believe in being fair. 1 don’t see how one can do it (obtain a commercial rezoning) and another can't " But he added that he'd be satisfied if he could get an inspection license and a license for a used car dealership without rezoning. "We’re not against your operation, just the rezoning to commercial," Luke said, meeting with agreement from the other commissioners. Appropriate Use? Commissioner Dave Fannon questioned, however, whether a used car lot is a suitable business in an agricultural zone. Miller agreed that a large used car lot would not be Rappahannock Newt Photo Courtesy of Bill Young WASHINGTON’S VOLUNTEER FIREMEN filled water tanks and tested equipment last Saturday at William Carrigan’s Avon Hall pond. I compatible in a rural area. “So now we’re down to size...A large used car lot is not appropriate but a small number of cars is something we can deal with.” Asked for advice. Baumgardner told the commissioners that he saw no legal problems in limiting the number of vehicles for sale should a car lot be included as a special permitted use in an agricultural zone. "1 think we’ve got a sticky problem,” Fannon continued. predicting that an ordinance amendment to allow used car sales in an agricultural zone wouiu meet with stiff public opposition. "1 don't think it's in the best interests of the county to4 put used car lots as a special use permitted in an agricultural zone...Who’s going to bother Mr. Settle down at his place if we don’t rezone?” “From a public point of view, we shouldn't foster violations of the ordinance,” said Luke, adding that "not to know about violations is one thing." Settle indicated that he could operate within proposed criteria that would limit the number of cars offered for sale at any one time to five or six. Responding to a proposal from Baumgardner that the two suggested uses—used car sales and commercial garages—be separated. Miller maintained that it makes sense to allow used car sales only in conjunction with a garage and wrecker business. Settle said his car sales will primarily involve wrecked vehicles that he’s towed in and repaired. "But if you give me a deal. I'm going to buy it and sell it." he acknowledged. By unanimous vote, the commissioners approved two motions: the first to recommend denial of Settle’s request for a commercial rezoning and the second to recommend that the supervisors amend the zoning ordinance to allow automotive garages by special use permit in an agricultural zone with the proviso that no more than five vehicles be offered for sale at any one time. "That’s fine. I’ll settle for that,” Settle concluded. The proposed amendment will now go to the supervisors, then back to the planning commission for public hearing and recommendation and finally to the supervisors for a second public hearing and vote. Annual ecumenical Lenten services sponsored by Rappahannock churches will start on Wednesday, March 11, at Trinity Parish Hall in Washington. The series of five services will be held Wednesday evenings beginning with a covered dish supper at 6:15 p.m. and followed by a special program. The speaker for March 11 is Phillip Wogaman, dean and professor of social ethics at Wesfey Seminary. The public is invited. Lenten Census Growth at 16% Rappahannock’s population has jumped by almost 16 per cent in the past ten years, according to the preliminary report released this week on the 1980 census of population and housing. According to the census, the county’s population has climbed from 5,199 in 1970 to 6,028 in 1980, an increase of 829 or 15.9 per cent. Jackson and Piedmont show the biggest population increase among the county s five districts in the last decade, 34 per cent and 33 per cent respectively. The count in Jackson District went from 1,043 to 1,403 and in Piedmont from 840 to 1,121 in 1980. Over the past ten years, Hampton District dropped seven per cent in population from 1,231 in 1970 to 1,157 in 1980. At the same time, the town of Washington grew by 27 per cent from 189 to 240. Wakefield District’s population grew by only two per cent in the last decade, from 1,177 to 1,211. Stonewall-Hawthrone District was not in existence in 1970. Its 1980 population. according to tne census, is 1,136. The preliminary census figures give the total number of housing units in the county as 2,722—an increase of 34 per cent over the 2,024 units counted in 1970. The biggest jump, 54 per cent, comes in Jackson District where the number of housing units leaped from 396 in 1970 to 611 in 1980. Slide Show On Mexico Two Rappahannock couples have returned from a volunteer program working with missionaries in Mexico. Lloyd and Betty Sims and Howard and Helen Holschuh spent two weeks in Villahermosa, in the Mexican province of Tobasco, with Baptist missionaries Harvey and Martha Walworth. Their visit was coordinated by the Volunteer Service Overseas department of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Foreign Mission Board. The Walworths had moved into a new home in this southeast Mexico community. but it was unfinished and lacked many amenities. While Lloyd and Howdy built cabinets and bookshelves from locally available plywood. Betty and Helen sewed curtains and drapes for every room in the house. Many other projects filled their days, including work at the church parsonage for the local pastor and his wife. Terming the experience “most rewarding." the foursome will give a slide report of their adventure at 8 p.m.. Thursday, March 12. at the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, on Rt. 522 south of Woodville. The public is invited. Test Bulls Set Performance Records CULPEPER-Performance records were set at the Culpeper bull test station when the Virginia Beef Cattle Improvement Association (BCIA) held its annual sale of 80 senior bulls. The group represented the top twothirds of 118 bulls tested. According to A. L. Eller Jr.. Virginia Tech Extension beef specialist, the Culpeper Bulls set performance records with 3.2 pounds per day gain on a 140-day feed test and an average 365-day weight of 1,053 pounds. The average price per bull was $1,799. The total sale grossed $145,650. Eight Simmentals averaged $1,912, three Charolais averaged $2,167, two Shorthorn averaged $1,850, one Limousin brought $1,300, 45 Angus averaged $1,814, and 21 Polled Herefords averaged $1,701. Top prices for the day were received for Angus bulls. Two-thirds interest and full possession of Lot 29, an October son of Byergos Black Revolution 36, sold at $4,100 to Sandy Springs Farm, Stevensburg. Consigned by P. T. Mclntire and Sons. White Post, the bull had an average daily gain of 3.32, ratio 104, yearling weight of 1,194, ratio 114. <4

SERVING TEA at Wakefield is Ruth Holliday, right, a student at Wakefield Country Day School. With her is Mrs. Roberta Anderson, the president of the Wakefield PTO. The girls and their mothers sponsored the tea last week in Mrs. Anderson'» honor. Mrs. Anderson Honored At Tea '-'iris of the Wakefield Preparatory School hosted a formal reception in honor of Mrs. Roberta Anderson, this year’s president of the Wakefield Parents' Association, February 27 in the school auditorium. Mothers of the girls and women of the faculty also attended. For Friday’s tea, the girls practiced preparing and serving tea in the traditional English manner. The Mother and Daughter Tea - the fourth sponsored by Wakefield - gives the girls an opportunity to meet and talkwith the Wakefield mothers in a social setting. This is in keeping with the school’s emphasis on good manners and deportment. Parent-1 eacher Meeting AtSursum Corda Mirsum Corda School and Day Care Center will hold the last parent-teacher meeting of this school year on Thursday, March 5, at 7:30 pm. Rusty Harris. a children’s therapist who works at the Rappahannock CANDY COOMBS Opens Real Estate Firm Candy Coombs, the proprietor of the Country Store in Washington, has extended her business to include a real estate enterprise, Country Store Properties, at her Main Street location. She began her real estate career in 1973 and for the past four years has been a realtor associate with Eileen M. Day at the Gopton House in Washington. Coombs obtained her broker's license two years ago and has recently completed the Virginia Real Estate Broker examination. She and her husband Allan, a building contractor, have lived near Flint Hill with their daughters. Diedre and Carrie, since 1973. RAA Benefit Basketball The Rappahannock Athletic Association will sponsor a benefit basketball game on Saturday, March 7, at the Rappahannock County High School gym. The opening buzzer will see Bobby Settle and his Rappahannock Farm Boys take the floor against Jerry Foster’s Rapppahannock Rebels softball team. Game time is 7 p.m. with admission $2 for adults and high school students and SI for elementary students. Proceeds from the game will go towards support of RAA’s summer baseball programs for county youngsters. Gen. Grant believed that onions prevented dysentery and other ills. •Paint •Lumber ^ •Millwork ^ •Hardware Complete One-Step building supply Warrenton Building Material Co., Inc. on the By Pass Warrenton 347 1400__ Mental Health Clinic, will conduct a discussion on early childhood fears and fantasies. He will also address several issues which were raised at the last meeting: How Single Parents Cope; How Separation and Divorce Affect Children: Telling Children About Death; Dealing with Children in Blended Families and How Much Attention Should a Child Demand? The community is cordially invited to attend this meeting. The discussion will be particularly helpful to prospective parents and to parents of infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Babysitting, will be provided for children and refreshments will be served. Viewtown- Castleton Mrs. Ray Coffey, Mrs. Ellis Smith and Michael Cooke were Tuesday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Julian Welch in Flint Hill. Brew Settle spent Sunday and Monday with his sister, Mrs. Robert Settle. Mrs. Effie Settle has returned home after being a patient in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Clifford Cooke is a patient in Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Dodson. Dwane and Robin of Culpeper, Floyd Dodson of Rixeyville, Tom Compton and John Grigsby, both of Amissville and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson were Saturday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson in celebration of Dwane and Acrey Dodson’s birthdays. Sunday guests in the Dodson home were Mr. and Mrs. Carson Edwards and Teresa of Catlett. Weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. George Beebe were Miss Jeannette Beebe, a student at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg and Mr. and Mrs. Bryon Brower who were enroute from their former residence in Pennsylvania to their new home in Raleigh, N. C. Warren Beebe returned home Saturday after undergoing surgery in Alexandria Hospital. We, the following staff members, would like to express our appreciation of Dr. William ). Bloomer's contribution to the Rappahannock School system. He has offered consistent support in solving the many problems we have faced in trying to provide quality education for the county's young people. His humor and kindness have set a positive tone in the schools. The rapport he has established with school personnel has reduced the stress created by the complexity of our work and by our limited resources. He has contributed his time and ideas to the extra-curricular activities which provide a richness of experience our young people need and deserve. His accessibility has affected the attitudes held by the administrators of the high school and elementary school. The staff has felt free in taking its concerns to the administration on all levels. Dr. Bloomer's knowledge of Virginia's standards of quality for education and his personal concern for the staff and students are important for effectively carrying out the job of superintendent. We applaud the service he has rendered Rappahannock County. Elizabeth O'Bannon Roger L. Flincham William Scott Dennis B. Wingfield Sally L. Bristol Diane Pendleton lames Wood Wayne Leavell Brion G. Patterson lames T. Futrell Ericka Maynard Willard Shirke Mary Denson Moore Denise Nelson Debbie Harris |im Logan Deborah Mills Sally L. Brand Cynthia D. Wayland Julie Logan Liz Eastham Margaret Ann Meyer Betty Costello Mildred Stephens |. R. Dennis Becky Hawkins Laurie Marshad Diane L. Wood Mary Jane McCarthy Dawn K. Gehringer Elizabeth Anne Gehringer Rose Ann Sharp Liz Lemons Nonnie M. Woodward Donna L. Lowe Valerie L. Hibbs Robin O. Dexter Scarlett Dyer William A. Sealock Richard Smith Ruth Baumgardner Hugh Norton Mary Clarke Susan Wittl Grace Calrandro Candace L. McDaniel Anne Lindsay Carter Graham Spencer Michael Connifey Pearl Barron Gizelle Schellenberg loan B. Bailey Corinne Stene Molly Hobson Judy Bomberger Lucia Kilby Nancy Davis Margarita Piper Jerry Lynn Hall Lynn H. Myrtle -General District Court - Donald R. Beahm, Washington, speeding 67/55, amended to defective equipment, $15 fine $18 Ethel M. Pullen, Flint Hill, fail to keep to right, $15 fine $18 costs. Charles M. Ramsey, Washington, D.C., speeding 70/55, $45 fine $18 costs. Richard J. Aurili, Lauray, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Daniel M. Baldwin, Luray, speeding 72/55, $34 fine $18 °WMIiam E. Betz, Jr., Woodbridge, driving while intoxicated, sent to ASAP. Mark D. Burek, Maryland, speeding 68/55, $38 fine $18 costs. Lewis L. Collis, Annandale, speeding 70/55, $30 fine $18 costs. Lynn B. Crump, Sperryville, speeding 70/55, reduced to speeding 64/55, $18 fine $18 costs. Robert M. Goff, Jr., Burke, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Charles L. Good, Stanley, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. John E. Harrison, Texas, speeding 72/55, $51 fine $18 costs. Leo R. Harrison, Jr., Woodbridge, speeding 69/55, $42 fine $18 costs. Charles C. Hayward, Jr., Reston, speeding 69/55, $28 fine $18 costs. Henry F. Hemsing, Springfield, speeding 72/55, $51 fine $18 costs. Floyd D. Hitt, Sperryville, defective equipment, $15 fine $18 costs. Lynell H. Hodgson, Arlington, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Nelle T. Johnston, Louisiana, speeding 68/55, $26 fine $18 costs. Andre M. Juillet, Luray, speeding 70/55, $30 fine $18 costs. Erick D. Kirchner, Pennsylvania, speeding 66/55, $33 fine $18 costs. Mark E. Levy, Maryland, speeding 69/55, $28 fine $18 costs. Albert E. Milander, Florida, speeding 73/55, $36 fine $18 costs. Mark E. Miller, New York, speeding 68/55, $39 fine $18 costs. Steven E. Morrow, Alexandria, speeding 70/55, $30 fine $18 costs. John M. Raaf, Maryland, speeding 70/55, $45 fine $18 costs. James L. Schmidt, Front Royal, speeding 74/55, $57 fine $18 costs. Debra L. Stanton, Springfield, speeding 69/55, reduced to 64/55, $18 fine $18 costs. Peggy A. VanPatten, Markham, no inspection, $10 fine $18 costs. Stephen B. White, Warrenton, speeding 71/55, $32 fine $18 costs. John H. Adams, McLean, hunt with unplugged gun, $50 fine$13costs. David P. Langel le, Arlington, destroy private property, nolle prosequi. Jerry L. Jenkins, Sperryville, trespass, $100 fine, $50 suspended, $30 costs. Lewis F. Clark, Flint Hill, final ASAP report. Convicted of improper driving, $25 fine $18costs. Charles Q. Davis, Vienna, speeding 63/55, $16 fine $18 costs. Samuel P. Entsminger, Jr., Falls Church, speeding 65/55, $30 fine $18 costs. Margaret I. Kleysteuber, Alexandria, speeding 64/55, $18 fine $18 costs. ■J0S> Southern States March 6-21 Savings/Prizes! CADET78 WHEELBARROW *40.95 Reg. sug. pr. $46.95 7%-cu. ft. TRAILER CART $00 00 fleg sug - $120.75 16-02. CLAW HAMMER *9.99 Reg. sug. pr. $16.50 No 11-402. 25-ft. STEEL TAPE *6.29 Reg. sug. pr. $10.25 No 8325 100 ft. Sisal Rope, %-in. Reg. sug. pr. $3.10 ^ rugged, durable, natural-fiber product for farm, iome, camping, etc. BROADCAST LAWN SPREADER $34.95 Reg. sug. pr. $39.75 Model B-1 COMBINATION SQUARE *2.49 Reg. sug. pr. $3.65 No CS-12. CRUSH-PROOF 18-qt. PAIL *6.29 f f Reg. sug. ' pr. $9.30 No N939-18. All American HAND LANTERN *4.59 Reg. sug. pr. $6.39 No 108 less battery ADJUSTABLE HACKSAW ' $5.59 Reg. sug. pr. $8.80 No. 10 26-in. 8-pt. HAND SAW *5.29 Reg. sug. pr. $8.20 No. 100. 1*ton % POWER ) PULL *32.65 Reg. sug. pr. $40.25 Hoist and puller. No. 6-82732W. LONG HANDLE SHOVEL *5.65 Reg. sug. pr. $7.20 I Round Point. Hardwood Handle . No 15-613 A Premium GARDEN HOE *7.35 1 Reg. sug. pr. $9 35' No. 18-470. FLEA-TICK POWDER *1.49 _ 5 02. Reg. sug. pr. $1.85 For dogs and cats No 6-61097W 10x12-ft. Heavy*' Duty TARP *36" Reg. sug. pr. $53.60 Durable cotton-synthetic blend. Treated for water, mildew resistance. Rope in hem. 5-geri.KM.OO BEVERAGE COOLER *21 95 Reg. sug. pr. $31.20 Lightweight, strong plastic construction. Leakproof, rust-proof. No-drip spigot. No. 1751. 4-in. PLASTIC DRAINAGE TUBING $230 per 10 ft Choose Perforated (No. 401-010) or Solid (No. 451-010) Protection from root entry Lightweight yet tough; resistant to acids, alkalies, frost Can be laid around corners Comply with SCS standards Sta-Rite VIP III Submersible PUMPS Vi-hp for shallow & mid-dapth wells (No. 8P4C02S-06) $239°° Reg sug pr $268 00 V*-hp for mid-depth & deep wells (No. 4P4C02S-06) $289°° Reg sug pr $324 00 These 3-wire submersibles feature corrosion-resistant stainless steel shaft and casing Ball-bearing motor Low running amperage ECONOMY Latex Acrylic Wall Finish Reg. sug. pr. $8.85 Provides easy brushing, quick drying, fast soap-andwater clean-up. White No. 5301 Acrylic Latex Interior Wall PAINT $Q45 W gal. Reg. sug. pr. $11 35 Goes on easily and smoothly. Dries rapidly Acrylic content means a tough, surface Pastel colors No. 1411 “Swinger” STEEL PANEL GATES 12-ft. (No. PG-512).*3575 14-ft. 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Dennis Named PEC Director Robert T. Dennis, a nationally known con* servationist and Flint (fill resident, has been appointed Executive Director of the Piedmont Environmental Council, according to PEC Board Chairman B. Powell Harrison. Dennis was selected from more than 100 aoolicants. He views the PEC position as “an opportunity to pursue my strong personal interest in conserving productive rural lands here in the Piedmont region where I have roots.” A native of Fairfax County, Dennis moved to the family farm near Flint Hill in 1976. Since then, he has been selfemployed as a consultant to private and government organizations including the Conservation Foundation, Georgia Conservancy, Izaak Walton League of America, State University of New York, Colorado Office of State Planning and Budgeting, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, and Virginia Outdoors Foundation. Dennis holds a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa, and an M.A. in geology from Johns Hopkins University. He also studied geology at the University of Wyoming and natural Democrat Staff Photo/ Loyal McMillin B. POWELL HARRISON, board chairman for the Piedmont Environmental Council welcomes PEC’s new executive director, Robert T. Dennis. resources policy at the University of Michigan. Positions he has held include Senior Associate of the Conservation Foundation; Executive Director of the Central Atlantic Environment Center; Assistant Conservation Director of the Izaak Walton League of America; and editor of the Executive News Service of the Natural Resources Council of America. Dennis was a founder of the Conservation Council of Supplier to Washington area garden centers. Time to plant pines and spruces, a We are digging trees now. /jt. Annual Spring Clearance Sale Every Spring we dig the trees which are crowding others and sell them at bargain prices. These are healthy trees which simply do not meet our normal market standard. As a wholesale supplier we are able to give our retail customers great trees at the lowest prices. While Pine. Austrian Pine, Red Pine, Japanese Black Pine, Scotch Pine, Norway Spruce, White Spruce, Blue Spruce, Black Hills Spruce. Since 1967 Skyline Evergreen Farms, Inc. iFrom Front Royal: US 340 south 10 miles; Va. 613 east 2 miles) Open daylight hours every Friday. Saturday. Sunday SAVE NOW!!! See Our Excellent Selection of RCA Consoles end Portables in Color and Black and White. We Have If Just What You Need! RCA XlXKjO J 4 Rappahannock Farmer’s Co-op Sperryville, Va. 987-8555 Virginia and served for three years as its President He was appointed by Fairfax County to its Environmental Quality Advisory Council and to the Upper Occoquan Sewage Authority, and for five years was a member of the Virginia! Advisory Legislative Council committee on non-coal mining. In 1971 Dennis received the “National Conservation Award” from the Izaak Walton League of America, and in 1972 was named “Water Conservationist of the Year” by the Virginia Wildlife Federation. Horse Sports Calendar MARCH Sat. 7-Rappahannock Point-to-Point Races, Thornton Hill Farm, Sperryville. Sat. 14-Barracks Farm Horse Show, Charlottesville. Sat. 14-Virginia Horse Council Meeting, Ingleside Inn, Staunton. Sat. 14-Blue Ridge Pointto-Point Races, Berryville. Sun. 15-Hoof Prints ClubHorse Show, Fredericksburg. Sun. 15-Whimsey Hill Farm Horse Show, Foxcroft School, Middleburg. Sat. 21-Foxcroft Jumper Show, Foxcroft School, Middleburg. Sat. 21-Warrcntqo Poix$% ’to-Point, Gold Cup tofirse. Warrenton. Sat. 28-Piedmont Point-toPoint Races, Salem Farm, Upperville. Sat. 28-29-Whimsey Hill Farm “B” rated Horse Show, Foxcroft School. Middleburg. APRIL Sun. 5-Middleburg Pointto-Point Races, Glenwood Course, Middleburg. Sat. 11-Old Dominion Point-to-Point, Ben Venue. Sun. 12-Madeira School Indoor Schooling Show, Greenway. Sun. 19-Fairfax Point-toPoint Races, Leesburg. Sun. 26-Loudoun Point-toPoint. Oatlands, Leesburg. Thurs. 30-Va. Tech Equine Nutrition and Physiology Seminar, Airlie, Warrenton. 3rd ANNUAL FARM MACHINERY C0NSI6NMENT SALE Sat., Mar. 14, 10:30 A.M. Culpapar Agrl. Ent., Culpepar, Va. Sailing: 11 Tractors, 7 Trucks, 2 Trailers, 2 Combines, 6 Wagons, Hay A Silage, Plows, Discs, QrtnderMixer, Scraper Blades, Corn Planters, Bushhogs, and Miscellaneous. Sale Manager, Coleman Sale Management Serv. 500 Westfield Road, Charlottesville, Va. 104-173-4141 er MI2423 9m 5-12 Foreign & American Car Repairs r Specializing in German & Japanese Made Cars JACK’S t Service Center 30 Ashby Street Warrenton 347-3785 Rappahannock Flayers Present “Refugee” An art* and dramatic renaissance is waiting in the wings for Rappahannock residents, as Mountain Magic Cmema & Theater prepares to unveil its newly renovated stage the weekend of March 13-15. The newly constructed and widened permanent stage will become home to the Rappahannock Players, who in addition to their,annual spring and fall dramatic productions, plan to offer a number of shorter stage works to theater fans in 1961, and to create drama apprenticeship programs for high school students. “Refugee”, an awardwinning original one-act play will lead off this series on March 15. Proceeds will benefit the Players stage fund, and the play is especially aimed at high schoolers, present members of the Rappahannock Players, and all those who enjoy theater and may wish to get involved in upcoming productions. The director of “Refugee”, Margo Figgins of Sperryville Rappahannock New* Phnto/Daphne Hntchinaon TIGHT DEFENSE by the Junior Panthers in last Friday’s Skyline District championship almost brought home the first place trophy for Bob Edmondson's junior varsity team. But with Rappahannock only shooting 36 per cent from the floor, the William Monroe Dragons were the victors, 29-22. Pops Aylor and Clarence Pendleton were high scorers with eight points apiece while Eric Bear lead in rebounds with ten. The second place finish in the Skyline District brought the first jayvee basketball trophy back to the RCHS trophy case. Barn Dance Scheduled The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection has started plans for a Spring Barn Dance to be held at Wakefield School auditorium on Saturday night. April 11 at 8 p.m. The dance will feature the popular Case’s Goggers who called the last barn dance held by the RLEP. The committee to plan the dance is headed by Mitzie Young of Castleton. She promises refreshments, entertainment, door prizes, and a good time for old and young. You don’t have to know how to square dance to participate as the large group of ‘Goggers’ are always on the floor to help out. Besides, getting tangled up in the ‘grand right and left' is part of the fun. Tickets will be S5 for singles and $8 for couples, and while tickets will be available ahead of time in various stores, they can be bought at the door as well. Other committee members are: Helen Holschuh. Marjorie Albright, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Gottleib, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Coombs, Mr. and Mrs. Waldron O’connor, Mr. and Mrs. Nels Parson and Lucille Price. "Advertising published in this newspaper is accepted with the understanding that it will meet the criteria ot the standards of a family newspaper. Advertising is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services as offered are accurately described and are available to customers at the advertised price Advertising that does not conform to these standards, or that is deceptive or misleading is never knowingly accepted If any reader encounters noncompliance with these standards, we ask that you inform us." RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS has 15 years production and directing experience, not only in Virginia but in Switzerland, Peru and, the Dominican Republic. “Refugee” is a powerful drama filled with action and intensity, whose theme is adolescence, the process of coming of age, the ironies involved with graduating into the “real" world. The play has been performed at the Department of State in Washington, D. C., won awards in Charlottesville at the State Theater Competition and has recently invited to the Southeastern Theater Conference. Showtime is 7:30 p.m., March 15 at the theater on Gay Street. The ticket price (adults S2.00, students $1.00) will also include a screening of Charlie Chaplin’s hilarious short comedy The Vagabond, and the IVi hour program will end with a theater workshop demonstration, an opportunity for the audience to interact with both playwrights and actors. Everyone is invited to this exciting performance. Kappa bannock New* Photo Coartwy of Bill Youn* THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS for the newly organized Rappahannock Players, Stu Eiland, Don Bomberger, vice-president Bob Mahlbacker, Micheline Hostetter, Freeman Allen and president Steve Hostetter Ueft to right) met last week on the porch of the VPI extension office. The Players next offering will be an original one-act play, “Refugee”, presented the weekend of March 13-15. Promoted Marine Lance Col. Harold W. Pettie Jr., son of Harold W. and Donna J. Pettie of Viewtown, has been promoted to his present rank while serving with 2nd Amphibious Tractor Battalion, Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, N. C. He joined the Marine Corps in October 1979. NOTICE The Planning Commission of Rappahannock County has received and forwarded to the Advisory Committee, an application for establishment of an Agricultural and Forestal District in the Hampton Magisterial District of Rappahannock County. Virginia. The application is made pursuant to Chapter 26. Section 15.1-1509 of the Code of Virginia. 1950. as amended. Pursuant to Section 15.1-1511 of the Code of Virginia, notice is hereby given of the following: |i| The aforesaid proposal is on file and open to the public inspection in the office of the Clerk of The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors. (iil Any municipality whose territory encompasses or is part of the proposed district may propose a modification in any form deemed appropriate by such municipality. liii) Any such modification must be filed with the local Planning Commission within thirty (301 days of the filing of the original proposal. (iv| (aI The proposed district includes all lands intended to be included in the district and no further proposals by the owners desiring such district will be considered at the time of such application. (h| Any owner included in the proposal may withdraw his land, in whole or in part, at any time until the local governing body makes a final decision as to the constitution of the district. |c| Additional, qualifying lands may be added to this district after its creation upon separate application pursuant to Chapter 36 of the code at any time following such creation. |vl At the termination of a 30-dav period from the date of the filing of said application, the proposal and proposed modifications will be submitted to the Board of Supervisors and the advisory committee. Thereafter a public hearing will be held on the proposal and any proposed modifications. (vil The names of those applying for said Agricultural and Forestal District are as follows: 1. K\an A. McNear 2. Richard K. McNcar 3. R. 0. Bridges I. Kdgar Brenner 11.1,eon & Betsy Hutchinson 12. Joan Hartline & Kxangeline Hartlinr 13. Carroll (Juaintance 11. W. 0. ( rawford .5. Da v i<l & Charles |\ Brenner 13. Marx Sterne 6. Claude Hvttin 16. Kevlon Barnes 7. R. Trotter IT. W.ll. I.xne K. Franklin S. Wood. Jr. IB. I). I.. Miller, l-nuise K. Miller 9. Foxfire Limited Partnership 19. Diane. Pauline II.. Manly J. Bruc 10. Herman & Judith Carlani Bv Rappahannock County Planning Commission. H. S. Barksdale. Chairman NOW*, the Interesting Checking Account is now available at The Peoples National Bank of Warrenton. NOW Accounts let you write checks like a checking account—while earning interest like a savings account. NOW Accounts combine the convenience of checking with the benefits of a savings account. Maintain the minimum balance requirements and your Peoples National Bank NOW Account will earn a big 514% per annum. Now’s the time to visit any of our three conveniently located offices and let us match a NOW Account or Regular Checking Account to your needs. Peoples—where checking can be very interesting. 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News From The Washington Area ^unuay guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Clark were Mr. and Mrs. Sammy Byers and Eric of Manassas, Mrs. Elizabeth Mitchell and John R. Eastham, both of Front Royal, Robert Frazier, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown and Amanda, Richie and Edie Eastham. Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Hawkins Jr. were in Harrisonburg last Wednesday to attend the funeral of the Rev. Joe Monger. Mrs. Charles C. Burke accompanied by Mrs. Jim White of Flint Hill were Wednesday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Silas Beahm and Mrs. Janie Beahm. Weekend guests in the Burke home were Mr. and Mrs. Jennings Burke and daughters of Alexandria. Ashton Burke of Warrenton joined them for dinner Sunday. stant weaver spent several days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Nick Peneranda and family in Fairfax. Wayne Butler of Boston visited Thursday afternoon and John Weaver of Washington, D. C. spent Saturday with his father. Dr. and Mrs. G. Tyler Miller of Harrisonburg were callers Wednesday of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Miller. Mrs. Gladys Moore of Arlington was a visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Luther Payne from Thursday until Saturday. Calling on Mrs. W. M. Fletcher Sunday were Mrs. Florence Williamson of Woodville and A. H. Buckner of Sperryville. Mrs. D. Lyle Miller and Miss Mary Miller Wood visited Mrs. Bertie Lib Moffett Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert News From Around Sperryville By MRS. B. M. VARNER Rappahannock IW« Corropondcnl Mrs. Walter Stout of Cranford, N. J. and Mrs. Richard Smith of Alloway, N. J. arrived Friday for a visit with their sister, Mrs. Carroll Quaintance. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stout and Christopher, who were enroute to Richmond, were Sunday callers. Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Sisk of Glen Burnie, Md. and Theresa and Judy Sisk of Fairfax were guests Sunday of Mrs. A. W. Sisk and Bill Sisk. Berl Atkins is a patient in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Bobby Leake of Etlan spent Saturday with his grandmother, Mrs. Delia Leake, Mr. and Mrs. Cletus Clarke and Kristi. Sunday guests of Mrs. Leake were Mrs. Homer Jenkins, Mrs. Joyce Dyer and Candy of Etlan. Luncheon guests last Wednesday of Mrs. Nina B. Brown were Mrs. Dennis Wingfield, Mrs. Jerry Brown and Mrs. B. M. Varner. Mrs. Johnston spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Meade and daughter, Bethany in Charlottesville. Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Aytoc. and Heather spent Sunday in Fredericksburg. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Eastwood and Heather of FAUQUIER LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE 'NCOWOHATKP REGULAR SALES EvTy Tues. HORSE SALE 2nd Sat., 1 p.m., Evry Month STATEGRADE FAT CATTLE 1 st A 3rd Tuas. 1 p.m. Evary Month 1 Mila East ol Marshall Rt.55 PHONE 364-1566 Washington were guests Saturday of Mrs. Ethel Tyner and Miss Nellie Atkins. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Southland returned home Saturday after an extended trip to Louisiana and Florida. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Cloe Jr., Weedon and Beth of Stafford were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Pillar. Mrs. Norman Sims has returned home after a visit in Georgia and Florida. Mr. and Mrs. A. Lee Swindler, Mike and Barbara of Hanover, Pa. were weekend guests of Mrs. Lee Swindler. Arthur McLean of Greenville, N. C. spent several days. Those from out of town here Sunday for the funeral of Roy A. Swindler were Mr. and Mrs. A. Lee Swindler and Barbara of Hanover, Pa., Mike Swindler of Pennsylvania State College, Jimmy and Natalie Swindler of the University of Virginia, Mr. and- Mrs. Russell Swindler and Mr. and Mrs. Tomas Swindler, Tom, Corinna and Mike of Culpeper, Dr. and Mrs. A. W. Kagey and Albert Swindler of Roanoka, Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Atkins and Penny and Linda Swindler of HytttsvilliA Md., Mr*. R«bfccta'f >’ Hammond of* Cottage City, Md., Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Schuchhardt of Silver Spring, Md., Mrs. Violet Grove, Baltimore, Md., Arthur McLean, Greenville, N. C., Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Aylor of Aylor, Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Devers, Jimmy, Pam and Dana and Fielding Lewis of Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. William O’Donnell and William Dodson of Madison. Special Meeting The film "Time Out For Life” will be the feature presentation at a meeting for black women sponsored by the Rappahannock Cancer Society. The meeting will be held on Friday, March 6, at 8 p.m. at the Shiloh Baptist Church in Woodville. Special guests will be Mr. and Mrs. Jack McCaskill, Cancer Society representatives from Winchester. Refreshments will be served. CUT YOUR BIG JOBS DOWN TO SIZE WITH A 42 INCH SNAPPER RIDER. The 42 inch SNAPPER rider not only cuts wide and fast but delivers a smooth cut and evenly discharged cuttings As big as it is, the 42 inch SNAPPER is extremely maneuverable It has immediate response steering for cutting in tight places Like all other SNAPPER riders you also get on-the go adjustment of cutting height and speed And a floating cutting unit which reduces scalping and damage. SNAPPER mowers are worth more because they do more and their price is com petitive with other quality mowers RANDOLPH’S Appliance & Equipment, Inc. Sales • Parts • Service ■t. 29 North, ktom fro* Calp«p*r Drhrli Thtatn Culpeper, V«. 825*9520 Haskell and Andrew spent the weekend here and attended the Casanova races Saturday. Sheriff and Mrs. W. A. Buntin spent Sunday with their daughter, Miss Nancy Buntin in Leesburg. Michael Bosnia of Culpeper visited Mr. and Mrs. John Norman and Leslie Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Humphrey of Middleburg were Saturday evening dinner guests of the Rev. and Mrs. Jennings Hobson III and Jennings IV. Sunday visitors of Mrs. Gabe Burke were Mr. and Mrs. Davis Burke and Karen of Manassas, William Burke of Arlington, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Alther and family of Sperryville and Paul Burke. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley and Ron of Fredericksburg were guests Sunday 6f Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Jenkins. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Fairfax visited Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Murphy in Woodbridge Sunday. Visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ashby Wayland Sunday were Mrs. Ertha Hawkins and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hawkins, all of Boston. CECIL KING WILL BE the guest of honor at Rappahannock’s forth Cancer Crusade kick-off coffee scheduled for Saturday, March 21. Pictured with King is entertainer Danny Kaye, 1981 National Crusade Chairman. The coffee will be held at Clifton, the home of Dr. and Mrs. Robert Rodgers near Flint Hill. Coffee Kicks-Off Cancer Crusade The Rappahannock unit of the American Cancer Society will kick-off its annual Cancer Crusade with a coffee at Clifton, the home of Dr. and Mrs. Robert Rodgers, on Saturday, March 21 at 10 a.m. The coffee will give the community an opportunity to get acquainted with the county’s Cancer Society Board of Directors, the new unit president and the chairman of the crusade. No donations to the Crusade will be accepted or asked for at the coffee. Cecil St. Clair King, Jr., Virginia State Crusade Chairman, will be guest of honor. King’s professional background includes Naval military service and the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission. His last government service was with the U. S. Price Commission. He “came up through the chairs’’ in the American Cancer Society-first as a residential crusader, neighborhood captain, residential chairman and then as crusade chairman for Arlington County. He has been president of the Arlington unit for several years. On the state level, King served as Virginia Division Crusade Chairman in 1977 and in 1978. Currently Chairman of the Virginia Division Standing Crusade Committee, he is also a member of the Division Personnel Committee, Organization Committee and Executive Committee as well as serving on the Division Board of Directors. -AmeriGasn SHENGAS DIVISION 327 No Royal Ave Front Royal Va 635-3556 L P Gas distributor serving a lour county area Propane gas lor lull house use hearing water heating and cooking Hardwick Ranges Ruud Water Heaters Space Heaters — TF ?«»!".«‘JtoriVjlU25 "•re"*",,l~ C*rtHk«'«*-•«'» «!«•» FRONT ROYAL STORE > $ S M. A. 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Atkins Odie Oliver Atkins, 72, of Luray died Wednesday, February 18, 1981 at Veterans Administration Center, Martinsburg, W. Va. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at the Bradley Funeral Home in Luray. Burial was in Washington Masonic Cemetery. He was bom September 22, 1908 in Rappahannock County and was a son of the late Britton Lee and Mary Jane Pullen Atkins. His wife, the former Mary Ellen Fincham, is deceased. Mr. Atkins was retired from the Virginia Oak Tannery and was a veteran of World War II. He is survived by a daughter, Bernice Russell of Winchester; a sister, Maggie Atkins of Luray and four grandchildren. Riley Funeral services for Carlton “Jimmie” Riley of Amissville were conducted Wednesday at the Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton by the Rev. Moody Wooten. Burial was in the Amissville United Methodist Church Cemetery. Mr. Riley, 72, died Sunday, March 1, 1981 at the Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Hester J. Riley; one brother, Walter M. Riley of Warrenton; two sisters, Mrs. Lavinia R. Mills of Warrenton and Bernice R. Butler of Fairfax. The Final Tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME “The Home of Thoughtful Service” PHONE 825-2361 CULPEPER CEMETERY MEMORIALS Coming Soon Setter (ShomeB Natural # anils date 306 South Royal Ave. Front Royal Opening Week of March 9 Lunch 10-2 Monday Through Saturday Featuring: Sandwiches 636-9209 Salad Soud \ . !■ . Swindler Roy Albert Swindler, 78, of Sperryville died Friday, February 27, 1981 in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. He was a retired gift store operator, the son of the late Omega B. and Louella Clark Swindler. 4 Survivors include his wife, Anna Belle Estes Swindler; a brother, Russell B. Swindler of Culpeper and a number of nieces and nephews. A graveside funeral service was conducted by the Rev. Peter Weems on Sunday at the Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers included Jerry R. Jenkins, Fred Schaefer Jr., H. B. Wood, Robert Lewis, Nelson Nethers, Harry Trescott, James Swindler III and Michael Lee Swindler. Clore Funeral Home in Culpeper handled arrangements. Menu RCES & RCHS Monday Bologna sandwich, macaroni and cheese, peas, and applesauce, choice of milk. Tuesday Chili. tossed salad, peaches, com bread, choice of milk. Wednesday Chicken salad sandwich, french fries, pineapple fruit jello. choice of milk. Thursday Turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes. green beans, homemade biscuits, choice of milk. 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Washington, Vs. 22747 mi|>pHhjtnn<M-k I'hoto/Daphne Hiilrhinson NIMBLE FOOTED Scouts Amy Aylor. Emily Righter and Anna Hudson tried their skill at dancing between the flashing sticks at Girl Scout Think Day as Kristi Johnson watched and Rachel Rowland manned her end of the poles. The News From Boston By MRS. MARIE ATKINS RapiuhiniMK-k Nrwi(jiim|«iiidfnl Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Hoffman and Wayne of Culpeper were Wednesday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Jenkins. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Ellis of Madison were recent visitors in the Jenkins home. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Fridenstine returned home Thursday after spending a week in Bermuda. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hash have returned home after a visit with their son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hash Jr. and family in Columbia, S. C. F. R. Frazier Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier, Michele and Michael were callers Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Atkins in Sperryville. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Baker, Richie and Angela of Warrenton and Eddie Cheslock of Richmond were weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Peyton and family. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Pullen and family of Bentonville and Mrs. Margie Frazier of Front woodville Area News By JUNE CLARK Ka|>|Mihann«»rk %••%*« <U»nrr«|M»n<l«*nl Major and Mrs. Charles Grizzle of Fredericksburg were Tuesday dinner guests of Mrs. Emory Conners. Dr. Johrj O’Bannon of Richmond was a Friday overnight guest of Mr. and Mrs. Maurice O'Bannon. Wednesday guests of Mrs. Chloe Brown and Miss Elva Bruce were Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bruce of Sykesville, Md.. Bonnie Brown of Silver Spring. Md., Mrs. Don Osbum of Haymarket and Larry Brown of Washington. Sunday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Brew Burke were Mrs. Richard Bayne, Michelle and Melissa, Mrs. Virginia Frazier and Donna Beach, all of Culpeper. Wendy Helmer of Castleton was an overnight guest Saturday of Kristie Johnson. Gyde P. Johnson enjoyed an outing of golf at Myrtle Beach. S. C. from Thursday until Monday. Mrs. Carroll Quaintance of Sperryville and her houseguests. Mrs. Richard Smith of Alloway, N. J., with Mrs. Walter Stout of Cranford, N. J. and Mr. and Mrs. George Bain of Washington were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Julia Wood and Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Wood and Henry B. The Rev. and Mrs. A. W. Laine of Richmond and Mr. and Mrs. Neal Breeden of California were guests from Tuesday until Thursday last week of Raymond Johnson. Clifton Clark with Victor Taylor of Rixeyville were guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Corker and family in Beaverdam and also called on Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Southworth at Doswell. Siegfried Limberg of Schwalbach. Germany and Helmut Weis of Badvilbel. Germany had dinner Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Manwaring, Gina and Lisa. Resolve not to be poor; whatever you have, spend less. Poverty is a great enemy to human happiness; it certainly destroys liberty, and it makes some virtues impracticable and other extremely difficult. —Johnson Foot Facts by Dr. Bruce Vogel Podiatrist Foot specialist WARTS-A RELATIVE OF THE COMMON COLD? A few years ago a researcher received a Nobel prize for his work on warts To many that may have seemed like an unimportant subject, but his work might prove to be a first step in the cure of some cancers He proved that warts are benign tumors that are caused by a virus Since they are caused by a virus, he showed why there is sometimes little that can be done about these stubborn invaders Some respond very quickly to treatment, others do not There are several methods used to treat warts, but all do not work perfectly We do know that the smaller the area involved, the easier they are to treat Warts seldom ever "just go away " The virus usually spreads and the area may become very uncomfortable As with the "common cold”, there is no "cure", but there are several modes of treatment A public service with the aim of promoting a better foot health environment from the office of Dr. B. Vogel, 85 Garret Street; 3479393. Royal were Saturday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Fincham and daughters. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Meredith and Jeremy of Reva Park were callers Sunday of the Finchams. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Fincham of Culpeper called on Mr. and Mrs. Waverly Kennedy and Mrs. Ruth Kennedy Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Filyo Jr. of Gaithersburg. Md. were weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Wood. Visiting the Rev. W. B. Dennis Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Dennis of Alexandria, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Dennis of Amissville and Mrs. Ruth Beddingfleld of Alexandria. Mrs. Harry Morrison and Vickie of Winchester were Saturday overnight guests of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Cary Thornhill. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hatcher of Farmingdale. N. Y. spent several days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Helbig. News From Flint Hill The Flint Hill Homemakers will meet Tuesday, March 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Ellen Mustoe. Mrs. Harry Berry, Lauria and Anna of Harrisonburg spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Elnier Atkins and Saturday attended a birthday party for Craig Clatterbuck at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Gatterbuck in Front Royal. Joining them for lunch Sunday were Mrs. E. M. Beverage, Tammy and Kim, Melody Williams, Kathy Keyser and Craig Clatterbuck, all of Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Keyser of Washington were Monday afternoon bridge guests of Mr. and Mrs. John S. Browning. Recent dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huff were Mr. and Mrs. Rick Kinsey. Keith and Kevin and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Houghton, all of Front Royal and Ellen Mustoe. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard accompanied by Mrs. Catherine Lillard of Washington and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson were guests Wednesday of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Lillard in Manassas and dined at the Chesapeake Seafood House there. William Smoot of Culpeper visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Smoot Tuesday. Mrs. Charlie Butler and Daniel of Front Royal were luncheon guests Wednesday of Mrs. Wade Pullen. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Cook of Amissville spent Friday afternoon with Mrs. Pullen. Mrs. Irving Corbin of Hart wood was an overnight guest Sunday of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Foster. Mrs. Debbie Wimmer of Front Royal and Mrs. Ethel Pullen attended the wedding Saturday of the latter’s grandson, Ronald Pullen to Diane Macurda at Virginia Beach. They were overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. Stan Sandowski in Norfolk and also visited Mr. and Mrs. Donald Enroughty there. Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. W. A. Moore were Mf. and Mrs. John H. Moore and Aaron, Mr. and Mrs. Vernop MacTurk and Noel Ward, all of Front Royal and TraCy MacTurk of Philadelphia. Pa. i Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Nethers of Stephens City an^J Mrs. Helen Coffey Of Sperryville were dinner guesti Sunday of Mrs. Robert Nethers. i Mrs. Jim Bolten of Warrenton spent th<? weekend with her mother; Mrs. M. H. Brady. ') Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Harty and Mrs. JohB Wendell, all of Fairfax werp guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. T. Granville Eastharti and Tom and they dined at the Hy-Wy Restaurant ip Front Royal. } + H—| When you feel it is right spend a dollar for anyt purpose, spend it as royall^ as if you were a millionaire. $ —H.H. Browij| W0RMS-IN-CASTM6S CASTINGS Nature’s way of starting seedlings, reconditioning and enriching the soil, protecting organic orchards. Use for indoor and outdoor plants. 1 part castings to 5 parts soil can make a drastic difference. Castings do no hamm to seeds, plants, trees, soil, rivers. Surely my neighbors are as caring as the farmers who write to me from Texas, West Virginia, New York, Florida and North Carolina! NETHERS WORM FARM 987-8913 Plastering, Painting or Sandblasting? We can remove old paint 4 repaint v • stucco ‘brick •metal •roofs •silos • concrete •swimming pools •dnder block •interior & exterior of bams *wood •logs *etc. 3 of our pieeteren hove e combined experience of 70 yuan Reporting ef brick * atam bideSeg rtteaay 15 yoore experience — con ghe refemncee John Robinson 062-71SO Box 927, Winchester, Vs. ! OPEN HOUSE March 13,4-9 P.M. Refreshments • Door Prizes Massey Ferguson Video Tape • Parts Specials and Door Prizes good. thru March 14. • Up to 20% off fast moving parts. • Free Pressure Washer with signed order for any power unit. • Special prices on New Tractors. Smith Equipment Sales Rt. 29 South Warrenton, Va. 347-1991

lassif fed Ads Reach nearly everyone in Rappahannock County with your Classified Ad. Just call or stop by our office before Noon on Tuesday. Rates: $2.50 for the first 20 words, 10 cents for each additional word. Box number, $1.00 additional. Loudoun Times-Mirror Leesburg, Va. (703)777-1110 Fauquier Democrat Warrenton, Va. (703) 347-4222 Rappahannock News Washington, Va. (703)675-3349 HORSE AND TACK INDEX Boarding and Training Farrtara _ Vatarinarlana Fanclng, Qataa A Jumpa HaytorSala Honaa $ Ponlaa • ForBBfa Horaaa A Ponlaa Wantad Horaaa A Ponlaa to QlvaAway Inatructlon Halp Wantad Poaltlon Wantad RaalEatata Stablaa for Sala or Rant Stud Sarvlca Saddlarlaa Tack A Equlpmant for Sala Vana and Trallara Mlacallanaoua Barn Conatructlon BOARDING — Stalls — Indoor Exercise Arena — Outdoor Ring — $50-$125 a month. Turnouts — Full Care — Riding Lessons offered to Boarders AEROWOODS FARM, (703) 439-3744 or 4398829. BOARD for one horse, near Waterford. Field and box stall, grooming and tack also available. Evenings 202-333-2210.(17) BOARD - adjacent Manassas Battlefield. Full board, ring, and professional care $110. STAFFORD ARABIANS (703) .754-9495 BROOK HILL FARM - 12-stall stable. Tack, feed and wash room; Indoor exercise barn, break-ln ring, small track and charming 2bedroom apartment. Cali 703-6875514. (3-5-2H7) FOUR STALLS AVAILABLE - Rent/Board, pasture, exurtlem facilities, care. Brook Hill Farm, Middleburg '703-687-5217, evenings. (3-5-2M7) HORSES BOARDED - 2 miles from Leesburg. Telephone 703-7771116 after 6 p.m. (17) PASTURE Boarding. 200 acre farm near Warrenton. Virginia Access to miles of hunt trails Reasonable rates Evenings : (703) 788-4653 2 STALLS available in 6 horse barn. Big pasture and ring. Facilities only - $40; full board - $125 (703) 636-6537, Linden. Virginia BOARDING Pasture - Summer; Hay - Winter Stalls, shelter. On Historic Landmark 700-acre Estate near Middleburg $40 per month Year round Also, grain feeding 783-687-6035 or 703-667-3201 HORSESHOEING and hoof trimming. 25 years experience Call evenings or early morning. John Stafford (703) 347-3284 HORSESHOEING //«; a BILL jyj; DAVIS 703-364-1676 FARM GATES Made to Order, Any Sire Oak Lumber H. G. ROSE Delaplane, Va. 364-1574 FENCING Complete line of wire, plank and rail. Also will install GEORGE WHITE SUPPLY, INC. Mtddfeburg, Va. 703-687-6371 PURE TIMOTHY Excellent quality, $100. per ton or 112.35 per bale. Delivered. 703777-6291 .after 5. Alfalfa •Timothy Mxed Hays • Straw Top Quality A guaranteed. Sell by bale out of bam or deliver by truok or trailer load. CALL JJ. KARS CO. 937-5454 weekdaya r. HOttMM t BROOD MARE FOR sale or lease, by Presented, out of Call Over mare. Sold with free service to son of Olden Times. $900. 703-6876469,703-687-5651.(17) Half thoroughbred, half Appaloosa colt. 1 year old, approximately 13 hands, will mature to full grown horse Partially broke. Sound, very gentle (703) 439-3714. HORSES FOR SALE - 'h Arabian Mare, 14.1 hands, shown and evented. Walker Mare 15.3 hands. Good pleasure horse. Bay gelding, yearling. Call for more details. 703-430-7977. (3-5-2M7) REGISTERED AQHA (2 year old) sorrel gelding, excellent breeding background, conformation, for more Information call 703-7774410.(17) REGISTERED QUARTERH0RSE GELDING • 15.3, chestnut, 10 yeaa 8oes English or Western. Up to weight, easy keeper. Ideal man's horse. Asking $1200. 703822-5019. (17) 4-YEAR OLD Arabian filly. Beautiful mover, grey in foal to 15 hand Arabian stallion Due this month. (703) 4394089 ' jfc.' funJlMi tymtiif ▼ wnrww VVWWIWW • ; Wk WANTED TO BUY - riding horses and ponies. Also saddles, etc. 703-554-8255. (tf) RIDING LESSONS Maintree Indoor Lighted Ring Private and Group Beginners to Advanced Child or Adult TRAIL RIDES 703-777-3012 703-777-3279 BIRCHGATE STABLE (10 ml. wtst of Warronton) • Training (or rider and or horse. • Dressage beginners through 4th level • Training foreventing • Boarding Ellen Miller and Amy Ziegler 703-937-5563 18 STALL CENTER AISLE BARN with all amenities. Equestrian riding ring. 17 acres of fenced paddocks, in town of Middleburg. Call 703-687-5588. (17) AT STUD—17 H. unregistered Thoroughbred chestnut. $200 stud fee with return breeding if mare not caught. (703) 3642967 BAEDERWOOD, by Tentam, out of Royal Statute by Northern Dancer. Half brother to Akureyri. Won the Fountain of Youth, beat Lord Avie. Standing at Woodland Farm. Fee $1000. Culpeper, Virginia (703)825-0868. REGISTERED TENNESSEE WALKING horse - “Shadow’s Big Rambler." Excellent pedigree, conformation, disposition and natural gaits. For information, call 703-437-1041, days; 703:3384350, nights and weekends. (3-5-4M7) HARTMAN TRAILER - Perfect condition, always kept under cover. $2,000,703-338-4289.(17) Umbaugh Pole Building Co. Barns—Arenas—Stables From 3 stalls to 300 The Worlds Leading Builder of Horse Barns For free information & brochures: Call Collect 703-371-0227 or 338-2306 P.O. Box 218, Fredericksburg, Va. 22401 Cardinal Builders & Supply, Inc. •Horse Barns •Storage Sheds K •Arenas •Garages •Treated and untreated Fencing •Free on Site Estimates p.o.Bo* 7386 703/752-2595 Frederickuburg. Va. 22401 Collect Contact: Don Smutzler c/o Cardinal Builder* <S Supply II Morton buildings illk Nation's Largest Farm Builder Horse Barns • Riding Arenas tAMZ Farm Buildings 'Attractive •Speedy Construction • Backed by Warranty Call or Write for Free Brochure: Box 529,133 W. Davis Street Culpeper, Virginia (703)825-3633 SHOOP 2 HORSE TRAILER - Great condition, $1,600. Call 703-6357889, after 6:00 p.m. (17) BENEFIT HORSE SHOW - March 29th. Indoor arena. Frying Pan Park. 8:30 am. $4.00/class. 703-430-7250. (3-5-4M7) LOADING PROBLEMS Any horse can be humanely taught to load on van or trailer. 703-327-4851. E.H. CUSTOM TACK & REPAIR at rear of May Hugh » (irorery New Baltimore, Va. 347-0488 (formerly Skeeters Saddlery) Trailer & Van repair •Welding *Body Work •Mats *Hitches •Wiring *Brakes •Floors Doug Hayes (703) 937-4402 NOW ON SALE First Edition Virginia Hunt Country Map Includes the 11 Hunt Boundaries which are verified by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America. Printed on Ivory color paper in 3 colors, measuring 18" x 22'/? " Phone and mail order 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 Tlmes-Mirror P.O.Box 359 Loosburg, Va. 22075 703-777-1111 Boarding and Training Bring InTour SCtltOUT Clipper Blades, Knives, and Saws SHARPENED Better Than New HORSE COUNTRY SADDLERY Pass, Warrenton (703) 347 3141 Gregory & Sons Inc General Contractor •Restorations •Additions •Run In Sheds •Barns •Decks Casanova, Va. (703) 347-7713 DO YOU.... • Train Horses? • Board Horses? • Shoe Horses? • Transport Horses? • Buy Horses? • Sell Horses? • Consign Horsss? • Teach Riding? ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES in the HORSE & TICK TRADERS' CORNER Boarding and Training Sgan’s Stable located between Warrenton & Middleburg Snowden Clarke (703) 347-3127 Quality horses and ponies. Horses bought, sold, and schooled. Top class boarding in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Mmtta CoMfiuettea Qutn Gtrtnlmelftm Residential and Agricultural Construction We specialize in custom horse barns, indoor riding arenas, run-in sheds, and all other agricultural buildings. Also Sun decks, garages, additions. “Experienced, Professional, Affordable” Buildings to suit you, and your budget, time, and energy saving requirements. AMERICAN I BUILDINGS I Commercial •Industrial • Indoor Arenas • Horse Barn Everything is planned, priced in the beginning and that is the price in the end. If you would like to know more... contact us for Free Information or Brochures R. Edward Daffan Inc. 13108 Minute Lane Nokesville, Va. 22123 (703)594-2116 ARTISTIC SIGN PAINTER will create original farm i signs, business signs, etc. Also will hand letter calligraphy i invitations, announcements. Please call Patty at 347 4222, Mon.-Wed., 8-5 or Thurs. Sun., 937 5752. 43 tfTHURMON WHORTON, Flint ' Hill—Plumbing, Heating, Electrical work. 24 hour emergency service at 675 3607. 43tf HEAVY DUTY bushhogging with industrial equipment. Call 825 0473 or 987 8429 after 6 p.m. 43tf ELECTRICAL work, water pump installation and service. William E. Sisk, Electrical Contractor, Sperryville, Va. 987 8772. 43tf RAPPAHANNOCK RE FINISHERS—Pick up and delivery. Barbara Sharan and Sandra Maskas. Call 987 8134. 43tfn STEVE RIGHTER, Journeyman Carpenter. New construction, remodeling, restoration and repairs. Licensed. Local references. After 6 p.m. Call 675 3538. . 43tfn 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. 431^ APPLIANCES, only the finest available, Thermador, JennAir, Sub-Zero, Waste King, Crown and more. CABINETS, featuring the exclusive Rich Maid kitchens of incomparable quality. Come by and see the difference at COUNTRY CUPBOARDS, Jett Street, Washington, Va. 675 3294. __43tfn REMODELING, restorations, all phases of carpentry. Call F. W. Hutchinson, 937 5579. - 43tfpd C P M—P a i n t i ng, paper hanging, commercial or residential. Tel. 825 1755. 302 S. East St., Culpeper. 43ml9 CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY and Draperies ■ Wallcoverings, large selection decorator fabrics. Free estimates, pickup and delivery. Vee Tull, Red Hill Enterprises. 948-6406. 43tf LOGGING all kinds of trees, any size wood. Call 937-5619 or 937 4068. 43 m6 HANDMADE Cabinetry, refinishing of fine antiques. COUNTRY CUPBOARDS, Jett Street, Washington, Va. 675 3294. 4-tfn LIME spreading, W. I. Wayland, Sperryville, 987 8132. _43tfn OLD DOMINION Construction 8. R e pa i r—Add i t i ons, renovations, including all aspects of home repair. Local references. For estimates, call, evenings, 937-5482. 43tf EXPERT tree service, local references, free estimates. Call 987 8071. _ 43ml2 ANGUS COWS 12. 2 with calfs; rest due to celt. Easy to work with, $5,750 for all. 1-301-464-2574.(20) V SALE Wall paper Now in Stock $2.00-$4.00 per single roll Mouse of Salrics 207 E. Main Street Front Royal 635-5873 Same Day Service ION MOST SINGLE VISION I * BIFOCAL RX ■ EVENINGS BY APPOINTMENT J. D. MILLER. Reg. Optician FRONT ROYAL OPTICAL 636-2020 531 E MAIN ST r ! WISC. FOR SALE L. i - = or Sale: Corn fed Angus, lelivered to local slaughter >ouse, market price per lb. 175 3691. 25 + PUBLIC AUCTION SALE WEDNESDAY MARCH 11, 1981 /irginia Department of High ways and Transportation, Culpeper District Office _ocated on Route 15, apsroximately '/* mile south of the intersection of Routes 3 and 15 in Culpeper, Virginia (Approximately 70 items in:luding the following equipment will be sold to the -lighest bidder: 1 Typewriters, Electric 5 Adding Machines, Electric and Manual 2 Calculators, Electric 1 Steno Chairs 1 Dictaphones 2 Walkie Talkie Radios I Lot Used Building Material I Lot Used Electrical Supplies I Lot Shop Equipment, Steam Cleaner, Floor Jacks, Valve Facing Machine, etc. 1 Water Pump, Electric 2 Water Pumps, 2", gasoline driven 1 Electric Water Cooler 7 Chain Saws 3 Lawn Mowers, self-propelled 1 Tractor-Mower (Ford) 3 Pickup Trucks (Dodge) 15 Dump Trucks (Ford, Dodge) 1 T rencher 1 Trailer, 15-ton flat bed 1 Brush Chipper 1 Tamper 1 Snow Plow The above equipment may be inspected Tuesday, March 10, between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM and Wednesday, March 11, until 1:00 PM. Additional information will be available on the day of the sale or by calling VDH8iT at (703) 825 8300. 25 + FOR SALE: Treeing Walker coonhound puppies. Melvin Jenkins, Castleton. 25+pd 16.1 HAND THOROUGH BRED GELDING, quiet, safe, willing, retired foxhunter, in good shape and good health, am moving, he needs good home. Contact Sheree, 9878417. 95-4- rwi A wide variety of unusual, beautiful jewelry and unset gems for sale at low, low prices. Perfect for birthday. Mother's Day, anniversary or Treat yourself gifts. Call 6753412 for a personal showing. 25+^ JOHN H. MOORE CARPETS, 1 Church Street, Front Royal, Carpets, Rugs and Remnants for kitchens, baths, living rooms, bedrooms,, for the whole house. Always having a dls. sale. Phone 635-8883. , 25tfn MIXED WOOD for sale—stove or fireplace. $25 load. Horse manure $12 pickup load. Charge for delivery. Moody Aylor, 987 8215. _25ml9 HAY for sale—Several thousand bales. Call Donald Gore, Sperryville, nights or weekends, 987 8160. 25tf 16 USED chain saws from $50 up; used washer and dryer $225 pr.; 2 used chest type food freezers $175 ea.; 4 used wood stoves from $100 up; used lawn and garden tractors from $400 up. Randolph's Appliance 8, Equipment, Rt. 29 N., Culpeper. 825-9520. _25mll 1966 VOLKSWAGEN, beat the ,high cost of travel, only $695.00. Phone 987 8780. 25tfn GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES, AKC After 4 p.m. 703 882 3537. 30+ TIME to start thinking about the prom. I will make your special dress for a very reasonable fee. Call Lynn 9374194. 25 + HORSE TRAILERS New two horse deluxe thoroughbred models fully enclosed with spare $2,195. Assorted colors. New 20-foot by 6-foot gooseneck, $2,895; 16-foot by 6-foot ''alley Stock trailers $2,350. Over 75 in stock. Trade-ins accepted. Lux stables, Lanham. 301-390-9897. SALE IN PROGRESS COED ELEMENTARY MIDDLE DAY SCHOOL receiving teaching applications for 1981*82 session: English, history, Latin I. Reply Box S, c-o The Fauquier Democrat. 15Fm5-a16 f"m..111 V MtSC. WANTED L""r • ■ .. - NON-PROFIT organization needs place to cut wood for heating purposes in Washington, Va. area. Call 575 3237, days only. ■26m5 EXPERIENCED horseman looking for a job on a good breeding farm. Contact Floyd at 937 4883. 26 M-12 pd LOST: Black and tan male coon hound, about 90 lbs., Sperryville area, no collar, answers to Blackie. Call Guy Foster, 987 8931. __ 21 + AUTOMOTIVE 1 FOR SALE J 1979 Chevrolet Camaro, very good condition; A C, P B, P S, AM FM. May be seen at Settle's Garage, Flint Hill. $4600 firm. 675 3252. 3tfk SCOUT, 4 wheel drive, good mechanical condition, good tires. $1295. 937 5126. 3mS 19 FOR SALE —1976 DODGE MINIHOME—has less than 20,000 miles. Asking price $8,000; 1978 Dodge Crew Cab four wheel drive truck, asking price $7,000, 1973 V.W. Bus asking price $1900. All vehicles in excellent condition. Tel. No. 703-672-2382. Madison County. 3m5pd ... HELP WANTED KITCHEN worker position available. Apply in person after March 2. The Inn at Washington. F15m5 WAITER WAITRESS position available. Apply in person after March 2. The Inn at Washington. -Fllm5 Experienced carpenter, must have tools and transportation. Call 937-5367 after 7 p.m. BEGINNING CALLIGRAPHY classes for children and adults. Minimum of 8 required to begin a class. Call Sursum Corda School, 675 3237, days only. ---::115* ADVANCED CALLIGRAPHY classes beginning Wednesday, March 11, 7 9 p.m., at Sursum Corda School, $30 per 6 week session. Call 675 3237 to register. 19m5 PERSONAL - :-r-—' NEW AUDITION TIMES FOR PETER PAN, Thursday, March 5th, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, March 6th, 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, March 8th, 1 p.m. People of all ages and theatrical skills needed. ___ 29 + ANNOUNCING OUR GRAND RE OPENING! Mountain Magic Cinema reopens March 13 14 with SILVER STREAK, starring Gene Wilder and Richard Pryor in a great suspense comedy. Showtime 8 p.m. March 15 at 7:30 see the Rappahannock Players ex citing live drama REFUGEE. Send a stamped envelope to Movies, Washington, Va. to receive our spectacular spring and classic film schedules. __29 + Dona Lea MonteLeone, Hello, Sweetheart!! Please write me so I can write you. I miss you. Vincent. ._29 + pd WANTED TO RENT —.. I mm./ MARRIED couple seeking house in need of repairs in exchange for low rent. Good references. Call 937 5604. _ 38 M 12 MASSEY FERGUSON 150, runs real good, with live PT0, 2 speed transmission with post driver, manure spreader, hushhog and blade, $4,200 or will sell separately. Phone 301-464-2574. REMOVAL OF OLD STUCCO AND PLASTER on old buildings. Also: Lathing, Plastering and stucco. Phone: 703-662-7180. John Robinson, P.0. Box 927, Winchester, Va. Expariancad •nd Fully Ineurad Modern Equipment Can Today For frot Cnimoto <Pl5c luljiimii Scrota Northern Virginia Flint HM. Va. TE6-22S2 •75-3500

Tannery Amendment Denied (Continued from Page 1) Kuncewicz replied in reference to Sperryville’s malfunctioning septic fields that currently release raw sewage into the Thornton. He emphasized that he could go to jail if criteria in his SWCB discharge permit are violated. Woodward interjected that Hopewell’s kepone factory was permitted under state and federal regulations and continued to pollute Virginia’s waters until spotlighted by “60 Minutes.” o . Chromium Dangerous? Sperryville resident Cheri Woodard noted that chromium, the same pollutant which spilled over recently into streams from Culpeper Wood Preservers, would be used in the tanning process and supposedly settled out before water is returned to the Thornton. “Chromium created quite a mess down there,” she said. Kuncewicz replied that the chrome used in tanning is trivalent chromium, an entirely different structure than the hexavalent carcinogen released by the wood preserving business. Trivalent chromium, he said, is an essential component of the human diet. Woodard also asked if the tannery operation, as a small business, would be subject to all State Water Control Board regulations. The only controls waived by the SWCB refer to sewage treatment by small business, according to SWCB representative Patty Jackson. “There is no industrial facility that has any requirements waived,” she said. Jackson noted that the SWCB will require a montly monitoring report on the tannery, including flow and effluents released into the Thornton. The SWCB will also make two or three unannounced inspections per year and if results don’t agree with the monthly reports, enforcement will proceed Union Meeting The Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Church School Union will be holding it’s 238th quarterly > tcuk» with tha Free Union Baptist Church in Culpeper on Sunday, March 8, at 12 noon with the pastor, the Rev. Boyd. Immediately following the session, there will be an appreciation service for Miss Harriett Lewis for her 25 years of secretarial services to the Union. The public is invited. FLATBED TRAILERS 16-foot with tandem axles, brakes and ramps, 1995.; with three axles $1,395. 301-390-9897. (9) NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED TO: ELLIS BUTLER and MAUDE BUTLER, now or formerly of Sperryville, Rappahannock County, Virginia, if they be living, or if ♦hey be dead, then their heirs, devisees, assigns, successorsin interest or personal representatives, and to the trustees, mortgagees and beneficiaries, if any, as shown by the records in the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, in any deed of trust or mortgage on the hereinafter described tract or parcel of land, or their per sonal representatives. YOU AND EACH OF YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED, pursuant to the provisions of Section 58 1053 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended,! that on the 15th day of June, 1980, l shall apply to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County for a fax deed in accordance with Section 58-1052 and Section 581117.11 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, to a tract of land containing approximately one (1) acre, more or less, near Sperryville in Piedmont Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, Tax Map Reference No. 37-15 and being the same and identical tract of land conveyed to Ellis Butler and Maude Butler, his wife, from Guy Majors, et. ux., by deed dated December 21, 1909 and recorded March 29, 1913 among the aforesaid land records in Deed Book Z at page 385 and subsequently sold at a sale for delinquent taxes on the 25th day of March, 1967 of record In the Delinquent Tax Book in the aforesaid Clerk's Office at page 30. The said tract may be redeemed at any time before the execution of said deed by payment of the amount necessary to the clerk. Lewyl A. Greeson c o David L. Konick Attorney at Law P. O. Box 57 Washington, Virginia 22747 (703) 675-3424 through the attorney general’s office, under criminal law for a willful violation of SWCB regulations and civil law for an accidental violation, according to Jackson. Charles Estes asked if chrome three (trivalent chromium) reacts to sunlight by changing to chrome six (hexavalent chromium). Chrome three will neither vaporize nor change to chrome six when exposed to sunlight, according to Worrell. “Chrome six is a -—•'f' ‘ vwivuiv^vil. * > V don't deal with chrome six," he said, noting that chrome three is an element found in the human body. Worrell added that chrome three is insoluble and inert and won't leach through soil. Asked by Luke how sludge from the tanning process would be disposed, the biochemist said “We’re going to do whatever the authorities say we have to do with it,” noting that studies show it can be safely dumped in landfills. He told the supervisor that the tannery will produce approximately 50 pounds of chromium per month, well below the 2,200 pound mark for which a hazardous waste storage permit is requiredJackson explained that the federal Environmental Protection Agency sets regulations at harmful quantity levels and does not consider that less than 2,200 pounds of trivalent chromium poses any danger. No Danger From Acid Worrell acknowledged that acids are also used in the tanning process but maintained they are neither hazardous nor dangerous. He said acids are required in very small quantities for tanning will be neutralized before released into the Thornton. Luke interjected that local government had been under the impression that the Thornton River was, “perfectly safe" until notified by the health department and SWCB several years ago that dumping “raw sewage” into the river had to cease. "Following your theory, the sewage should be so diluted that it wouldn't affect the river,” Luke said, asking Worrell if he had a statement attesting that the acids used in the tanning process posed no danger to Clifford Miller's cattle downstream. As to the watchdog and enforcement powers of the SWCB, the supervisor chairman emphasized that the Water Board had not pushed to end Sperryville's pollution problem. He claimed that plans for the community’s long-delayed sewer project had been sent back to the drawing board five times because design did not meet SWCB approval. "All plans fail...and yours will too." he said, in reference to the SWCB’s efforts to hold the tannery to design standards which will prevent pollution. (According to Lisa Fumer from the SWCB’s Northern Regional office in Alexandria, the SWCB is prevented by state law from forcing the village of Sperryville to upgrade its sewage disposal system—currently individual septic fields—if the community doesn’t have funds for the project. “We can only make the town go through the proper steps in applying for a grant," she noted. Fumer said plans for the new septic system were approved by the SWCB in April, 1980, and are now on a grant list waiting for federal funds.) According to Jackson, most industrial pollution emergencies are the result of failures in modified systems, operations that were redesigned to meet new air and water quality standards. Kuncewicz's proposed installation will have “built-in safety factors from the beginning...They won’t have to come in at the middle to try to fix something.’’ Plans and specifications for the tannery will be designed to meet the limits of what the Thornton River can handle, she said. As to enforcement of environmental standards, she noted that operators of the only other tannery in the state, a cow hide processing plant in Luray, decided to close down because the plant couldn't meet SWCB standards without spending significant amounts of money for renovation. Change* Mint Be Okayed In regard to possible expansion of the proposed tannery, Jackson emphasized that if Kuncewicz expand* or changes the tanning process "in any way,” he must report immediately to the SWCB. In addition, she said the state's division of solid waste disposal will determine on the basis of chemical analysis if the sludge produced by the tannery can be disposed of in any landfill in Virginia. The alternative to landfill disposal, Jackson said, is land application of the sludge. Again, chemical analysis of the sludge must be completed, this time by the SWCB, as well as studies of the soil’s absorption capacity before approvals for land application are granted. In setting limits for the tannery’s discharge permit the SWCB plans to use test runs of the tanning process conducted by Kuncewicz as well as data from other tanners and EPA guidelines for chrome tanning operations, to Jackson. Speaking for the Rappahannock Apple Cooperative adjacent to Kuncewicz’s property, A. Y. Stokes expressed concern over the proximity of the tannery. He maintained that objectionable odor from the thawing hides ‘‘wouldn’t lend itself to the retail selling of fruit.” Sperryville resident George Stevenson objected to Worrell’s description of the acids used in the tanning process as not being hamful. “It’s dangerous if you get sulfuric acid on you.” “Certainly it's dangerous if you put it on yourself,” Worrell replied. But he stressed that sulfuric and formic acids used in the tannery will be very diluted and repeated that the acids would be neutralized before release into the Thornton. As to odor, Worrell noted that the tanning process will be carried out in sealed drums. “How are you going to get an odor from there? If you stick your head in the drum, you’ll smell fish skins and acid but the odors will be contained.” “Wacko” Monitoring System Stressing that she was not questioning Kuncewicz's integrity, Cheri Woodard still maintained that it’s “wacko" to allow the owner of the tannery to conduct the monthly monitoring reports required by the SWCB. She maintained that anyone can read EPA standards and falsify reports to meet those standards. Kuncewicz reported that two weeks ago, he visited one of the world's ten largest tanneries in Italy, primarily involved in processing calf and goat hides. “There was only one area in the plant where I could smell an odor. In the rest of the plant, there was nothing striking and outside, I could smell nothing at all." An attorney representing Kuncewicz, Dan Shaner from the Fairfax firm of Hazel, Beckhorn and Hanes, noted in the wrap-up of his client’s petition, that Kuncewicz was asking for fish and reptile skins only, not tanning of light leathers. He emphasized that the supervisors were not holding a permit hearing, only deciding whether to allow tanning of fish and reptile skins as a permitted use in an industrial zone. Kuncewicz will have to meet state and federal regulations as well as anti-pollution criteria in the zoning ordinance’s article 13. “We're only asking that we be allowed to proceed,” the attorney said, adding that it was not economically feasible to go further without the necessary ordinance amendment that would allow the tannery once all other state, federal and local conditions are met. Even with the amendment, he said, “it may well be that this use will not ever be conducted on this site.” No Local Police Power Chairman Luke said that it will become local and state government’s responsibility as well as the owner’s if something should go wrong at the tannery. Should pollution occur, we won t get it cleaned up for nothing,” he said, adding that the county can not adequately police the operation. “I’m not a great believer in a company filling out its own reports,” he said. Luke noted that all landowners around the proposed site are opposed to the tannery. “The people don’t believe it’s fine. They believe it’s harmful to their health.” As to containment of odors on site, the chairman said he found it "hard to believe there will be no exhaust fans with sulfuric acid, chromium and those kinds of things...It seems to me like you’d have to have exhausts.” He also maintained the tannery poses a problem in solid waste disposal. If the left-over chromium is disposed of in the dumpsters, it becomes the property of Community Trash and that company must make private arrangements on how to get rid of it, according to Luke. The alternative is land application. he said, asking whose land will be used. With no comments from any of the other supervisors, the vote was unanimous to deny Kuncewicz’s application to amend the zoning ordinance. GED Testing The General Educational Development (GED Test) for those persons who were once enrolled in school but who did not complete graduation requirements, will be given on Saturday, March 14, at 9:00 a.m. at Warren County High School, Luray Avenue, Front Royal. If the number of applications is too large, some will be scheduled for testing one week later. The battery of five tests in English Composition, Social Studies, Natural Science, Literature and Mathematics are designed to measure the major skills that result from four-year high school curriculum. By achieveing satisfactory scores on GED tests adults may earn a high school equivalency certificate; qualify for admission to eonegt or advanced educational opportunities; meet educational requirements for employment or promotion; satisfy educational qualifications for induction in the United States Armed Forces. Certificates may be issued civilian or military personnel meeting these requirements: at least 18 years old (under certain justifiable circumstances, the age limit may be lowered); have been a physical resident of Virginia thirty days prior to applying for testing; and may apply at their local county school superintendent's office. Applications will be accepted until March 10 and a fee of S10 is charged for the battery of tests with re-tests S2 each. Social Security cards or other means of identification is needed when application is made. Menu Sursum Corda March 9-13 Monday Cheese toast, lima beans, baked carrot with honey, peaches, milk. Tuesday Tuna fish sandwiches, green beans, celery sticks, pears, milk. Wednesday Garden beggie pie, baked sweet potatoes. sliced tomatoes, carrot cake, milk. Thursday Macaroni salad, homemade baked beans, corn bread, peaches, milk. Friday Carrot soup, bean tacos with lettuce, cheese and tomatoes, spinach with butter, peach cobbler, milk. Macedonia A drama, "The Old Ship of Zion”, will be presented at the Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill on Saturday, March 14 at 6 p.m. by the Ways and Means Club. BLUE RIDGE VIEWS Three bedroom, 2 bath house on 5 open acres, full basement, central heat, state road frontage, beautiful views, protected on 2 sides by non-development scenic easement. $75,000 owner financing with 9% annual interest. r 3 NEWBILL MILLER Realtor 703-675-3691 FIELD FIRE in F. T. Valley started from a trash barrel burning at the home of Col. & Mrs. Dale Metzinger. Burning Restrictions Now In Effect During the period from March 1 to May 15 of each year, it is unlawful for anyone to build a fire located in or within 300 feet of any wooded or brush land. Unless it is between 4 p.m. and midnight. The law applies seven days a week and voers all types of fires including campfires, and burning of brushpiles, household trash, strumps and fields. County residents should observe these times and burn only on clam, damp days. No fire should be left unattended and the area around the fire should be plowed, raked or cleared to prevent spread of the fire. Those who are burning should have plenty of manpower, tools and water available. And before the last person leaves, the fire should be cold to the touch. Neighbors should also be advised of the intent to burn so that possible false alarm calls to the fire department can be avoided. Any person who starts a fire which escapes and burns other land is liable for the cost of extinguishing the fires. Each year county residents equestion whether they can get a permit to bum prior to 4 p.m. if they take proper precautions. But since the county uses the state law, no county permits can be issued. People sometimes ask if they can allow material such as stumps to burn longer than the midnight deadline. If the material continues to burn, someone must stay with the fire until it is completely out. And the law must be obeyed even if the burning takes place on a homeowner’s property. REAL ESTATE LISTINGS 12 ACRE wooded lot near Boston, Va., fantastic views, hard surface road frontage, strong spring, mixed hardwoods. 2-STORY brick colonial in excellent condition, beautiful country setting, 30 wooded acres and 7 open, all modern conveniences, 2 full kitchens, owners must sell due to bad health. SAM O nead Realty Homes*Farms and Country Real Estate Washington, Va. 22747 Phone 987-8709 Helen Snead-Associate flrujjerttj (Offerings HOW ABOUT A SMALL PIECE OF RAPPAHANNOCK.... HERE’S A SELECTION... TOWN: Now being restored. 5 room attractive frame house with studio and barn. $60,000. MADISON/RAPPAHANNOCK LINE - 23 acres on rushing trout stream, near Park, hardtop road, pasture and woods. Owner financing. $33,000. MLS 2j? EILEEN M. DAY, REALTOR CLOPTON HOUSE WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA 22747 Lucille K. Price 675-3427 675-3400 Beverly Atkins Robin O. Day 636-1361 Mitzie Young 675-3883 REALTY WORLD 937-5196 SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM Sperry ville, Virginia 22740 (703) 987-8088 -Office 2.5 ACRE wooded lot, fronts Rush River and state road. $8500. SHENANDOAH National Park bounds this 51.8 acre wooded tract. Secluded, good access road. $53,950. Owner financing. 82 ACRE farm, 2 bedroom home, barn and outbids. $148,000. with owner financing. RESTORABLE 3 room home, 61.8 beautiful acres with streams, pondsite and excellent views. $120,000. Owner Financing. IB REALTOR Jamas W. Leaks, Realtor John Eubank, Jr. 987*6236 987*6146 J. Maurice O'Bannon 987*6713 Eddie Wayland Bud C order 987-6153 635-5891 / LAND & DWELLINGS VIEWS OF RED OAK AND BESSIE BELLE mts. from this nearly nett' rambler on 5 acres, | open/wooded. Fireplace, air conditioned, $57,500. WELL WATERED by Thornton River and Allen's Run. Nice knolls, south slopes, rolling meadow and | woods. Panoramic Views, Use of private airstrip, 25 acres. $40,000. WASHINGTON: 20% less than appraisal! 6 I bedroom, iVi baths, craft shop, ante bellum, only ( $74,000. FARMS: 76 acres and up. Call for appt. . NICELY WOODED homesite on paved road, spring, stream, 5.67 acres. $19,500. TOP OF AARON MT.! Views west and east, mostly wooded 51 Vi acres, $60,000. SPACIOUS CAPE COD, nearly nett , Hume - Marshall area, 10.86 acres open, wooded, fertile garden area, panoramic views of Mrs., ASSUME 8Vz%VA loan. $130,000. MAGIC MT. CINEMA: "The rise and fall of Old Rag Mt." Observe on a clear day while traveling west from Massies Comer on Rt. 211. ROGER BATCHELDER, REALTOR Across from The Rush River Company Washington, Va. 22747 675-1777 Res: 917-4188 LOCATIONS BOSTON AREA 133 acres of mature hardwoods, jeep trails, several streams and several building sites, frontage on 522 & 604 Asking $1350 per acre NETHERS MILLS • Very nice 7 room house with bath on a beautiful 6 acres at the foot of Old Rag Mountain, fenced pasture with stream plus frontage on the Hughes River $57,500. FLINT HILL • Totally restored three level pre-civil war home on a landscaped acre, large bright rooms with fireplaces, unique custom kitchen with stone walls and open hearth, guest cottage with bath, a commercial building and studio $125,000. HUNTLY • 77 prime acres with long frontage on Rappahannock River, approximately 15 acres open balance in mature hardwoods, remains of 2 cabins, no other focation like it in county $154,000 with some owner financing LAUREL MILLS • 2 story brick country store that oozes with history, it goes back as far as anyone can remember, unusual design and would be great fun to restore $66,500 with owner financing SPERRYVILLE • Grocery, shell gas. and hardware business, commercial building has central heat. 2 bay garage with hydraulic lifts, spacious upstairs apartments with modern plumbing, custom built brick home. 4 bedrooms. 1'/? bath, large eat-m kitchen, living room with fireplace $220,000.00 with one-half to.be financed by seller R tq appahannock I^ealty — harm* l^uut. KenidentiuL Commercial ■ P.o. Box 7 Flint Hill, Va. 22627 Phone 703-675-3414 IMs Peggy E. Clark • Broker • 675-3414 John H. Williams • Sales Assoc. • 675-3221 RAY T. CANNON CO.. INC. REAL ESTATE SINCE 1951 CULPEPER, VA—238 fertile acres including a very attractive 9 rm country home on a hill surrounded by many large trees; large Silo, many outbuildings & pond This good producing farm, now in the land use program with low taxes and 1.4 mile state road frontage, is conveniently located 2.3 miles from town limits. Good investment with subdivision potential $39S,Q00. C ASTLETON (703) 937-4111 Ray T. Cannon (703) 937-4900 Jamas M. Cannon (703) 937-4700 Paul Nlcholi (703)979-3800