Rappahannock News, January 26, 1984

r PAID CIRCULATION NOW Sub(*eil»AQCAudt 3,023 RAPPAHANNOCK flOliSDIOLU * > 7 *S»f -*A ! ? V '**• v £V4f»'f' < ; .4. A.. 33rd YEAR?N0.4 Tfce County FmtAlyNeumpfper Since 1877 USPS 433580 12 Pages Thursday, January 26,1984 ^appaliamiackjfcui^ sample WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA Pfooa 673*33*9 Judge Finds For Saltonstall In Right-Of-Way Dispute Judge Shore Robertson effectively ruled last week that Patricia Saltonstall may widen the right-of-way that serves her property and lots belonging to Roger and Diane Kidwell, ending — at least temporarily — the dispute that resulted in the death of Ranee Spellman in November, 1982. Spellman, manager of Saltonstall’s Points of View Farm in Flint Hill, was operating a bulldozer on the right-of-way when he was shot by Diane Kidwell. Her first trial on murder charges ended in a hung jury; in the second, the jury found she had acted in self defense and was therefore not guilty. Last year, Saltonstall hired a Warrenton firm to complete the improvement project on the 50 foot deeded right-of-way which serves three lots she owns and two belonging to the Kidwells on Route 729 in the former Lindgren subdivision. According to Saltonstall, she intended to widen the narrow roadway within the right-of-way to 25 feet, grade the roadway and put in ditches to improve drainage. The Kidwells filed an injunction, seeking to bar her from completing the improvement project and from erecting gates across the roadway. The case was heard by Judge Robertson on December 1, 1983, at which time he viewed the right-of-way in question. In a letter of opinion dated January 20, Robertson denied the Kidwell’s request for a permanent injunction. He held that the language of the deeds granting the 50 foot right-of-way through the lots shows an “unambiguous intent. ” Accordingly, this conclusion is not altered “so long as none of the intended uses exceed the 50 foot parameter of the right-of-way.” He declined to respond to Saltonstall’s request for the court to delineate the rights and responsibilities of the parties as to the right-ofway. That request was not plead in a cross bill but rather included in her response to the Kidwell’s petition for the injunction, the judge noted. “Being strictly a defensive pleading, it cannot be a basis for affirmative relief at this time,” Robertson concluded As to the Kidwells’ request that Saltonstall be barred from erecting gates across the right-of-way, the judge found the issue moot since “the evidence does not reveal any gates obstructing the right-of-way at this time.” Local Bar Nominates Alexander Now that the General Assembly has created an Intermediate Court of Appeals, it faces the task— should legislators approve the funding for the new court this session—of selecting nine justices to serve on it. ' The appeals court was set up last year to provide another level of court between district and circuit levels and the state supreme court. The justices would sit in panels of three each at various locations around the state to hear appeals by i right. The Rappahannock Bar Association has nominated the county’s General District Court judge to sit on the new court. Bar Association president Douglas Baumgardner has sent letters to Hopewell Delegate C. Hardaway Marks and Henrico Senator William F. Parkerson who will overview the screening of nominees from the various bar associations. Final selection would be made by the Democratic Caucus and the State Senate, according to Baumgardner. He says approximately 40 sitting judges and practicing lawyers are currently contending for the nine slots. If the court of appeals receives funding, Baumgardner says he expects the nine judges would be chosen by mid-March when the General Assembly adjourns its present 60 day session. In nominating Alexander, the Rappahannock Bar stressed his experience as a judge, his military background and his experience as a trial lawyer. Baumgardner also noted that Alexander came from a judicial family. His father, J.R.H. Alexander of Loudoun County, served as the sole Circuit Court judge for the 20th judicial district (Loud(Continued on Page 2) Call Rappahannock For Emergency Help Beginning next week, county fire and rescue units Will be dispatched from the new communications center fi) the renovated jail. Dispatching duties will be handled by correctional officers until they leave for training at Shenandoah Criminal Justice Academy in early March. At that point, Sheriff John Henry Woodward expects to hire separate personnel as dispatchers. Reportedly, the mem bers of the State Compensation Board have each given individual approval for finding the three positions for police dispatchers (who will also handle calls for fire and rescue) but formal written authorization for filling the slots won’t come until after the board’s next meeting, expected at the end of this month. The 987-8525 line for emergency calls from Washington, Amissville, Flint Hill, Castleton, Woodville and Sperryville was installed last week. The 6354488 line from Chester .Gap and Huntly is scheduled to be connected on January 31, according to Sherry Hamill, member of the Rappahannock Fire and Rescue Association and a lieutenant with the Flint Hill company. Then on February 21, the old emergency number for Sperryville fire and rescue (987-8787) will be connected to the communications network. Hamill stressed that those seeking assistance should call the new emergency number — 987-8525. “The old number for Sperryville will be hooked in only to prevent any calls from being lost,” she explained. The county-wide communications system will be in operation on February 1, staffed 24 hours per day, seven days a week. “But it is not to be used for non-emergency calls,” Sheriff Wood(Continued on Page 2) —Rappahannock New* PhukVD. HulchinMm ANOTHER WINTER STORM struck Rappahannock County last Wednesday, dropping two to four inches of snow and turning the countryside into a scene from Currier and Ives. But despite the deputy beauty of the frosted landscape, highway crews and school officials weren’t smiling as treacherous back roads forced the cancellation of classes for the following week. What Hath Winter Wrought? The Siberian Express isn’t a new mode of trans-portation to help out those marooned at home by the weather. It’s the cold air mass responsible for this mess. The polar invasion has brought record low temperatures and caused 46 weather related deaths across the country in a span of two weeks time. It was 40 below in several northern cities over the weekend and snow fell in Florida. , Regionally, a record low of 18 degrees below zero was a registered at Dulles Interntmnai early Sunday morning, National Weather Service spokesmen told the Associated Press. It was the coldest temperature ever since the airport opened in 1962. Subzero weather is rare in Washington, according to the Washington Post. When temperatures fell to five below on January 17, 1982, it was the first time in 50 years that the city received a reading below zero. The coldest temperature ever recorded in D.C. was 15 below on February 11,1899. So far January has been 8&stegrees colder than normal, Weather Service spokesmen told the Post. Only a few days during the first three weeks of this month have reached the freezing mark in the capital. Sperryville weather watcher Dennis Wingfield counted 14 days so far this month when the local, temperature did not reach freezing, “so I guess it’s on the chilly side,” he said Tuesday. On Monday, when the temperature hit a high of 32, it was the first time in nine days straight that it had reached freezing in Sperryville, Wingfield said. Wingfield observed that people talking about the weather these days resemble fishermen trading tales about the one that got away. The folks he saw at church Sunday all had different records on temperatures to report, he said, just like the statistics on a long fish. His own were two below on Saturday the 21st, six below on Sunday the 22nd, Saturday was the coldest day this month by Wingfield’s calculations. The high was only 15 for an average temperature of 13 for the day. Diiring th? five' days since his last report to the News (January 19-23), the weather watcher recorded an average high of 23, a low just three degrees above zero. So far this month the temperature has averaged five degrees colder than during January, 1983, he said. The temperature won’t allow the ice to do anything but stay on the ground, Wingfield noted. There was some melting on Monday, but that night’s freezing rain glazed everything over again. Scrapers Useless Douglas By waters at the area highway maintenance office Explained that scrapers afrfe useless against the packed down ice-encrusted snow along the dirt roads in the hollows. Until some melting occurred, there isn’t much the road crews can do. Bywaters said he is consid. of chemicals on the hills in the hollows. Budgetary restraints prevent application of mixed abraisives to dirt roads, Bywaters said, noting that the county crews spent $22,000 between January 10-19. The money went for trucks, manpower and mostly chemicals. Bywaters said, adding that the depart(Continued on Page 2) A Look At The Best Orange School Sanctioned By National Commission On Education By MICHELE MAY Kappuhunnork New* Staff Writer (Editor’s note: In this tuv-paii series. “A Look At The Best,” the Rappahannock News unit examine the educational programs at tuv nearby schools, Prospect Heights in Orange County a)id George Mason in Falls Church, which have been recognized as outstanding by the president’s “Nation at Risk" commission.) One of the nation’s model schools stands only about 40 miles down the road from Washington. Prospect Heights Middle School in Orange was praised by the president after an extensive search for excellence by the “Nation at Risk” commission. Five schools in Virginia ranked among 144 American secondary schools honored at White House ceremonies last fall. They were T. C. Williams High School in Alexandria, George Mason Jr. and Sr. High Schools in PROSPECT HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL in Orange — one of the nation’s model schools exhibits excellent examples of “Nation At Risk” recommendations at work. The school is located only about 40 miles from Washington. Cooperation Is Key To Courthouse Renovation Project If politics is the art of compromise then the polite and accommodating give and take at last Thursday’s meeting on courthouse renovations was politics of the highest order. Under Virginia law, the county’s Board of Supervisors bears the responsibility for providing adequate facilities for tbgyfourts. If the local governing body balks at the prospect of courthouse expansion and its cost in tax dollars, the judges have the power to force the supervisors to proceed. But that power has not been but into play here. Last summer, the judges who sit at the bench in Rappahannock informed the board that improvements to the courthouse were necessary. At the same time, they indicated a willingness to work with the supervisors on the project and to consider the cost and financial resources of the county in vContinuedon Page 2) Conferences Postponed The parent/teacher conferences which we**e scheduled for tonight, Thursday, have been postponed, according to high school principal Robert Chappell. Chappell said makepup schedules will be announced later as weather permits. Chappell added that revised athletic schedules are not yet ready for release. Inclement weather has kept various school officials from conferring with each other while continuing to cause cancellations. ___ Falls Church, Cave Springs High School at Roanoke and Prospect Heights. Prospect Heights was the only middle school in the state and one of just 25 in the U S. to be chosen. It houses students in grades 68, with a total student body of approximately 800. Lest local administrators think excellence is expensive, Prospect Heights Principal Paul N. Cogar welcomes any interested group to share his secrets of success. He says three Rappahannock teachers visited the nature trail last fall, but the full “cook’s tour” takes five hours. “These kids really believe they have the best middle school in the country,” he says. He likes to show off the home of the Yellow Jackets. He’s willing to spend any amount of time with anyone who cares about educational excellence. This excellence is practically a tangible quality in the IN THE STUDENT LOUNGE, principal Paul Cogar relaxes on a Friday afternoon. Here, 8th grade students at Prospect Heights may buy snacks and visit together when their class work is completed. atmosphere, t he visitor is instantly struck by the sparkling cleanliness and colorful decor. The floors gleam—even on a T*G*I*F late afternoon. The students are leaving for the weekend, but the only litter to be found was one fragment of a broken pencil. Cogar pocketed it and continued down the hall showing proudly how paintings and bulletin board displays had hung in the halls for weeks, even years with never a trace of graffiti. Plants bloom everywhere in great green glory. Mirrors are inserted in the hallways alcoves at regular intervals. They like to see themselves, he explains of the teens who walk here during the day, it’s good for their self-images. Crayola colored lockers stand centered in one easily accessible area near. his front office. The rest of the building features wide open spaces— classrooms in clusters according to subject mat ter—some with no w alls to the halls. It leaves them closer to resource labs. It makes study time quieter, cozier. Used By Community Outside a courtyard complete with gazebo and an amphitheater, both donated by the active P.T.O. group, are enjoyed year round by students and also community groups. Part of Cogar’s pride comes from this fact of community use. The gym is rented out nearly every night, he says. The media center is used for catered banquets. When civic groups use the school, they want to help take care of it, he says. All of this pride-instilling appearance was not the result of any sudden building program, but rather years of effort to turn around an old school’s bad reputation, according to Cogar. The (Continued on Page 7) “Stock” For $1 A Share School Board Endorses RCHS Business By MICHELE MAY Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock School Board heartily endorsed a business proposal from the building trades class when it met in regular session on January 17. Business trades teacher Scott Currie has agreed to supply several picnic tables for an area recreational concern, according to a memo from high school principal Robert T. Chappell. The picnic tables will be the product of a mock business modeled after Junior Achievement guidelines. Currie said the mock business would spur interest among students and offer both educational and social benefits. It’s intended $>r the eight students in his 5th and 6th period class and will continue during one six week grading period. The students could become “stockholders” in the picnic table company by investing $1 for each share. Each student could buy a maximum of 10 shares of stock. Those who did not wish to invest would still participate in the project and be graded for their work, but could not collect dividends. Students will serve as estimators, bidders, purchasers, laborers and inspectors as they go through the various steps of fulfilling their contract to supply the picnic tables. Receipts will be given for all stock and a ledger kept for all expenses. Currie says he will keep this record separate from his local building trades account, but if the sale of stock doesn’t raise all the revenue needed for materials, the building trades account would make up the difference and later receive a negotiated amount of the profits. Upon completion of the tables to the customer’s satisfaction, the business will dissolve. After all bills are paid and the building trades account receives its share, dividends will be calculated for the student shareholders. The plan was approved unanimously with a motion from Paul Nichols. Carnegie Grant In other business, school superintendent Robert Estabrook reported that offi rials have filed for a $3,000 grant from the Carnegie Foundation. The money would be used for materials and honorariums for training new teachers at the high school. The program would also develop leadership abilities of veteran faculty by stressing the “buddy system” at the school whereby established, successful teachers offer “support” to new or probationary teachers. If the grant is awarded, the school will extend its ongoing orientation. The support group would con(Continued on Page 2)

"Picnic Tables Picked 'For Class Project (Continued|fiom Page 1) tinue from September through.. December each school year as “an outlet for those who face stressful situations in their work experience”, according to the proposal. This group meets after school once a week in the fall. Topics for discussion include: “how things are going”, classroom control, motivation and teaching techniques, simulated parent/teacher conferences, testing and evaluation methods and simulated conversations between teachers and “students.” Carnegie Foundation grants are intended to improve teaching at the high school level. The Foundation's study suggests 12 priority areas, of which Rappahannock officials have ranked “instruction” in first place. Under that category, the study recommends use of a variety of teaching styles, high standards and fair evaluation, expanded use of primary source materials in addition to books and more teacher control over books and teaching materials selected for their subject areas. The grant application was tiled by Estabrook and Chappell on January 10. Teacher Training Fund Rappahannock County Education Association president Scarlett Dyer had asked to address the board regarding another aspect of in-service training — the depletion of the budgeted fund to reimburse teachers for additional courses taken for recertification and additional training in their subject areas. This fund was to cover the cost of the computer course being offered to Rappahannock teachers and now the participants were told that they would tte responsible for 2/3 of the cost and that the school would reimburse each teacher $40 of the $134.50 that the course • would cost. Dyer said only half of the j registrants stayed in the ' class when faced with this financial set-back, but that at least 40 had wanted to take it. With the recent emphasis on computer literacy, teachers at both the elementary and high schools need expertise in computer science, she said. Dyer pointed out that computer are planned to be added to the elementary school and that the teachers there don’t have computer training. School superintendent Robert Estabrook acknowledged that it was unusual to have 40-50 teachers seeking reimbursement for a single course, but pointed out that new goals and demands would increase budget needs. The reimbursement fund request was cut during last year’s budget review, according to Dyer. She said last Friday that she felt she had accomplished the association’s purpose by bringing the matter to the attention of the school board members. Now th^t they were aware, she said, computer training can be considered during' this year’s budget review. She said she also had the committment from Estabrook and assistant superintendent Tom Campbell that whatever was left in the reimbursement fund would be divided among those teachers who took the computer class. Budget Sessions Set School board members plan to vote on the proposed budget for next year on March 20. Toward that deadline, school superintendent Robert Estabrook says he will present his proposed expenditures to the public and the School Board at a special • meeting set for March 6. The board would receive public response at its March 13 meeting during the following week. A March 27 “rain-date" allows the board an additional week for review before submitting its budget to the county supervisors. The vote would come on the 27th if more time is needed, Estabrook said. Snow Days Having postponed its January meeting twice, the school board was well aware of problems posed by holding school during winter weather. Still, board chairman Beverly Massie asked Estabroolt to detail steps taken in deciding whether to hold school. Because Rappahannock school officials contact more than a dozen different broadcast stations to publicize cancellations, the decision must be made by 6 a.m., Estabrook said. Starting at about 5 a.m., he said he begins to contact superintendents in neighboring counties, the sheriff’s department and the state police. He talks with assistant superintendent Tom Campbell, who lives in Luray, about conditions “on the other side of the mountain” ftappatiaruuicfe 5Jeui« Rappahannock & Adjoining Counties per year $8.00 Elsewhere in the U.S. per year $10.00 Outside the U.S. per year $8.00 plus postage SUBSCRIPTION RATES BY MAIL ALL PAYABLE IN ADVANCE ( )New ( ) Renewal ( ) Check Enclose NAME___ ADDRESS _ CITY_ STATE_i ZIP _ | Second class postage paid at the Post Otnce at warrenton, Va. The Rappahannock News is published every 1 Thursday at 39 Culpeper St.. Warrant on, VA. by the WarI renton Printing Company, P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, VA., I 22186. POSTMASTER, PLEASE SEND 3579 TO BOX I 631. Warrenton, VA. 22186. and with transportation supervisor Allie Huff who has been talking with officials at the highway department. Estabrook pointed out that local highway engineer Douglas Bywaters had responded well to school officials’ requests for additional gravel or chemicals along portions of school bus routes that could be dangerous during inclement weather. The morning of the board meeting Estabrook had asked to see the worst spots along the bus routes, he said, and had gone out on a personal inspection with Huff. Estabrook reported that he had seen “some very critical spots in hollows.” At that point the school had three snow days to make up. Board member Nancy Reeve wondered whether a “modified run” similar to plans used in neighboring counties might be feasible in Rappahannock. In some areas, buses travel along the main parts of bus routes and students walk or travel otherwise to meet the bus. Lenient attendance rules are in effect, but the necessity of making up snow days later in the year is avoided. “Apparently it isn’t,” Estabrook answered. Huff had told him partial bus runs would not be helpful in Rappahannock County with so many dirt roads involved, he said. However, individual drivers have understandings with parents and students along their routes that they will only drive to certain points during bad weathe/, he added. Member Paul Nichols wondered whether drivers might be starting out before closings were broadcast and then might need to returta students home. Estabrook answered that the earliest pick-up starts at approximately 7:15 a.m., but added tht drivers soon hear from students or parents when closings are broadcast. Rappahannock schools contact 13 stations, Esttfbrook said. Three of theifc are not on the air at 6 a.rtt. when the decision must be made. WINC in Winchester and WFLS in Fredericksburg give closing information often in the morning, Reeve noted. Massie added that cancellations are recorded on the WCVA weather line in Culpeper (825-1490). She pointed out that mountainous terrain in the county interferes with many citizens’ ability to pick up more than one radio station. Hence the need for school officials to contact so many. “If particular stations are not responding with haste, we’d like to know,” added Campbell. “Maybe we can call those (and work something out.)” The next 30 day forecast was not much better than the previous two weeks, said Massie. So more of the same could be expected. At the suggestion of Reeve, school officials will - look into the possibility of placing recording equipment on the school telephones that would issue a brief statement on days classes had been cancelled. dnqr, the dartgna of the hone kdy mdiii K a tum-key operation lor the owner. Located on 56 aaea (accent to acreage cowwd bv a ywk aatamant) In the Ounoa County Hunt territory. LONGVEW la 6 n*ee North of Warrantor!, 4 mtu South of 1-66. wm « conwiaK conunuony OHunct, LONOVEW offers acttwMy to tho Washinci of countiy Mng. 4mfild_ '204 East Washington Street P.O. Bo* 1500 Middleburg, Virginia 22117-1500 (703)687-6395 —Rappahannock News Rhoto/D. Hutchinson GET YOUR FEET OUT OF THE FOOD, FRED! One of Newbill Miller’s prize bulls can't stand (on) the snow. Alexander (Continued from Page 1) oun, Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties) from 1929-1952. A Leesburg native, John Alexander has been General District Court judge in the 20th district since 1980. He received his law degree from Washington and Lee University in 1942. Alexander served one term in the State Senate and was Fauquier , County Commonwealth’s Attorney from 1967-1973. , He’s alsq ja past president of the Fauquier County Bar Association and has been a member of the Virginia Trial Lawyer's Association, the Virginia Bar Association and the Virginia State Bar. While practicing law in Fairfax, he was also a member of the Fairfax To<Ph Council. Alexander served in the U.S. Army during World War II and in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He also belongs to the National Guard. Alexander has practiced law in both Fairfax and Warrenton. Besides his present position as General District Court judge, he was a Substitute District Court judge from 1974-1978 and also a Chancery for the Circuit Courts of Fairfax, Loudoun, Fauquier and Rappahannock. In nominating him, the Bar Association called Alexander “eminently qualified.” “We submit that one of the primary goals of your committee, in addressing the vacancies on the Intermediate Court of Appeals, should be to bring as many varied perspectives as possible,” Baumgardner said in his letter. “John Alexander, fcs a prosecutor, legislator, trial ' attorney. District Court judge and officer in the United States Armed Forces, has the variety of experience necessary to discharge the duties of a Justice of the Intermediate Court of Appeals. ” Emergency Help (Continued from Page 1 ) ward emphasized. “Those calls should continue to come into the sheriffs office number, 675-3331.” Hamill acknowledged the support that enabled the county to finally secure its own dispatch system. Support from the Rappahannock- Rapidan Emergency Services Council which helped with the successful grant application from the Rescue Squad Assistance Fund. Support from the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors in allocating money to match that Assistance Fund grant for communications equipment. Support from Supervisor Hubert Gilkey who served as iiaison between the Fire and Kescue Association and the board. Support from Gene Leggett’s communications committee which met week after week for the past two years and from Carl James who did the majority of the work on the communications manual which will be used to operate the dispatch system. “We expect to have a few bugs during the first months so we ask the people of the county to be patient,” said Hamill. “We’re all doing our best but this is all very new for Rappahannock.” After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 9878525 from Amissville, Washington, Castleton, Sperryville, Woodville and Flint Hill (987, 937, 675 and 547 exchanges). SAVE r DISCOUNT COUPON USERS! DON’T THROW MONEY AWAY! ■ SAVE hundreds of dollars a year on your food and | * household budget! 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The crews are expected to keep 231 cleared within 24 hours after snow hits. All black tops, the low surfaces on the primaries and high surfaces on the secondaries, are plowed as soon as possible after the storm and the hills are treaated with abraisives within 48 hours, he reported. The crews try to keep the dirt roads passable with chains and plow them as soon as possible within 48 hours after the snow, Bywaters said. Hazardous Driving It was the hazardous driving conditions on those back roads which caused school closings to become fairly routine in Rappahannock County during recent weeks. “A week ago yesterday (Tuesday) we went and let out at 9:30,” recalled Wingfield, a science teacher at the high school. This Tuesday marked official snow day number eight, according to school superintendent Robert Estabrook. He added that no plans have been made yet for any make-up schedule. He said he will wait until the staff is back at work before reaching any decisions. The high school had been interrupted during the midst of exams, Estabrook noted. The parent-teacher conferences which were scheduled for tonight have been postponed. High school principal Robert Chappell said makeup dates would be announced later. Wanner weather is forecast for the Piedmont area, however. The National Weather Service said lows might go above freezing Tuesday night and highs into the upper 40s Wednesday. Douglas Bywaters noted temperatures climbed to 50 in the mountains early in the week and said he “couldn’t believe it.” Then he added, “Hope it comes here.” Wingfield is optimistic. Based on extended forecasts he has seen. He expects some of the ice to disappear under warmer weather. Some precipitation could come on Saturday, probably in the form of rain—unless another cold front rolls over the county, the weather watcher said. Courthouse Renovation (Continued from Page 1 ) deciding what should be done. Circuit Court Judge Shore Robertson continued in that vein at last Thursday’s “brainstorming session” in his chambers with Commonwealth’s Attorney Peter Luke, lawyer Douglas Baumgardner, clerk Diane .Bruce and Supervisor Hubert Gilkey. At an earlier meeting with the entire Board of Supervisors, Judges Robertson and Penn from circuit court, Judge John Alexander from general district court and Judge Burke Hertz from juvenile and domestic relations court outlined their most critical needs: additional space downstairs in the courthouse for waiting witnesses and better courtroom accoustics upstairs. Judge Robertson noted last week that the space problem has solved itself with the move of the sheriffs offices- to the newly ren- . ovated jail. The empty ' rooms now allow for pros ecution and defense witnesses to be segregated while awaiting call to testify. In addition, noise has been reduced by moving witnesses out of the downstairs hall. “Primarily, we need minor work to solve practical problems within the “next year to 18 months,” Robinson said. Installation of central air conditioing is the most immediate requirement, the judge said. (With the current window units, air conditioning must be turned off in order for court proceedings to be audible.) He emphasized repeatedly that the judges do not want to place a heavy financial burden on the county. ‘We can establish some long range goals and do this in a phased program,” Judge Robertson said. In addition to installation of a cental air conditioning system, he and Gilkey discussed painting the courtroom. and carpeting the stairst 'the courtroom and the jury room to improve ac coustics and reduce noise. At earlier meetings, the judges had expressed concern that sequestered jurors can overhear discussions between the bench and attorneys. “We can soundproof that one wall (separating the jury room and the courtroom) and put in a heavier door. That ought to take care of the problem,” said Gilkey. The group also agreed to investigate grant possibilities to fund the more ambitious portions of the renovation project. Bruce and Luke reviewed with the judge several possibilities for*# rearrangement of the jurors’ seating, witness stand, benplj apd attorneys’ tables included' in a book on model courtrooms brought by Robertson from Loudoun’s judicial library. Gilkey volunteered to prepare a scale model of Rappahannock’s courtroom for theta' next session so the group can see the effect of various arrangements. 1984 Open House a time tor celebration!! January 26, 27, 28 9:00 AM to 6 PM Don’t forget to stop by! 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-What To Do When Winter Calamities Hit - As the temperature decreases, the worries of winter increase. And it’s only just begun. The cold may seem like it’s been here forever, but winter still has two-thirds of its huffs and puffs left to blow. Here are some suggestions from local experts on how to cope with the cold weather plague of frozen pipes, water logged carpets, cars that won’t start, power outages and other winter worries. Car Batteries “It’s almost impossible to avoid strain on your car battery in really cold weather,” said Mike Cave, mechanic at B&B Service Station. “Cold weather is naturally hard on batteries. It takes its toll even if the battery is properly maintained. But for sure, maintenance will keep your car starting easier.” Cave advised checking the fluid level regularly, keeping cables clean and well connected and making sure that the fan belt isn’t loose and slipping. In addition, he suggested checking the car manufacturer’s recommendations on weight of motor oil to use in cold weather. Heavy oil thickens as the temperature drops and could force a battery to work harder to get the engine started. Cave noted. Different makes of automobiles vary as to what weight oil is best, the mechanic said, adding that 1030 is generally the best grade oil to use during winter months. Furnace Shutdown There is no magic temperature setting for furnaces in cold weather, according to Clint McWhin ney of Maricles Heating and Air Conditioning in Front Royal. “It’s up to the individual. We recommend keeping the furnace at whatever temperature it takes for comfort. People who are elderly or ill require more heat. If you’re comfortable at 68 degrees, set it there. If you’re comfortable at 72 degrees, set it there. “The important thing is to leave it there. You save more fuel that way,” McWhinney continued. “If you turn a furnace down at night, you’re going to use all that more energy to bring the temperature in the house back up to normal in the morning.” People must remember that a furnace is a piece of machinery ju$t like an automobile, McWhinney said. “Things will break down occasionally. Preventive maintenance is the key, especially for an older model.” According to the heating system expert, fuel oil has not been as well refined in the past few years as it once was. “So oil line filters need to be changed once a year to make sure no water or other contaminants reach the burner and shut it down.” Generally, it takes a trained service man to do that job and to check and clean the furnace motors once a year, McWhinney said. But homeowners can handle an important part of maintenance work themselves by checking filters on warm air heating systems regularly. “If you have a farmer or construction worker on your family, someone who will be bringing dust and dirt into the home, then you probably tOUAi. MOUtMQ OPPORTUNITY C*<SalcEstate Eileen Day realtor WHAT IS HUD? More often than not, yau’U hear or read where HUD is spending billions to improve the nation’s housing. Have you wondered just what HUD is and if it could be of help to vou? HUD, the U.Jk* Department of Ho^sifig and Urban DeveloprrtPtit, is a cabinet agency started in 1965. It employs over 15,000 people and has an operating budget of roughly $14 billion. HUD insures homeowner mortgages, assists in neighborhood rehabilitation programs, subsidizes rents for low-income families, and promotes solutions to urban housing problems by working with cities and states. There are many fedi-» eral, state and local programs available to help people buy, finance, and maintain their homes. FHA and VA-insured loans are just two of these. There are also other govenment loan programs. With billions of dollars being invested by the government in housing, every citizen is justified in asking, “What’s available and do I qualify?” If there is anything we can do to help you in the field of real estate, please phone or drop in at EILEEN M. DAY, realtor. The Clopton House, Washington, Va. 22747. Phone: 675-3400. We’re here to help. —Rappahannock News Photo/D. Hutchinson TO AVOID SCENES LIKE THIS, keep battery cables clean and connected properly to terminals. Mike Brown, owner of B & B Service Station, also suggests parking cars in a spot protected from the wind (garage or carport if possible) and, when the engine is turned off, covering the hood of the car with a tarp or blanket to hold heat in. "If you have a long extension cord with a socket, leave a light burning under the hood on really cold nights,” Brown advised. need to change the filters once a month. Otherwise, once every two or three months when the system is in use should be enough,” McWhinney said, adding that without clean filters, a warm air heating system won’t get proper circulation. “A filter is the cheapest thing a homeowner can take care of,” he said. Consumer education is needed on proper operation of heat pumps, electrical heating systems that are becoming more and more popular, according to McWhinney. He advised homeowners who have heat pumps and those with all other types of heating systems take advantage of the free information available from the Virginia Office of Energy and Management Services by writing that department at 310 Turner Road, Richmond, Virginia 23225. “When consumers are educated, they feel better about whatever type of heating system they’re using,” McWhinney concluded. Frozen Pipes To protect outside pipes, plumber Erwin Lesh advises wrapping the pipes first with heat tape and then insulating them. “But the main thing is to seal the cracks around the foundation of the house,” he added. “Go down in the basement or under the house in the daytime, turn out the light and see where the day light shines through. Then cauk those cracks or stuff them with fiberglass insulation,” Lesh said, noting that foundation vents should also be closed. “If there’s a pump house, that should be insulated too. And put in a heat lamp with a guard,” Lesh said. On “super cold nights,” to prevent pipes from freezing, let faucets drip, the WE’RE S&UNG SOME of the hottest items ON THE MARKET Wm The complete line of Shenandoah wood heaters, coal heaters and fireH place grates. Some of the best answers ■ to today’s rising fuel costs. Shenandoah heaters, come in many sizes and shapes, but each | has those special Shenandoah extras. Like automatic bimetal thermostat, airtight construction. nine inch firebrick lining, cast-iron grate. And more. All from Shenandoah, the company whose business has been heating up for over half a century. Shenandoah Manufacturing Co., Inc J Here’s a Up On Where |To Find Shenandoah Heaters: Culpeper Farmer’s Co-op Culpeper 825-2200 Warrantor) Farmar's Co-op Warrsnton 347-7100 Marshall Farmar’s Co-op Marshall 364-1533 Remington Farmer's Co-op Remington 439-3254 Rappahannock Farmer’s Co-op Sperryville 987-8555 plumber suggested. “Sometimes, that’s the only thing to do. Remember, both faucets — hot and cold. The hot water will actually freeze faster than the cold.” Also in the kitchen under the sink where water service usually enters a house, there may be a cold draft. To keep pipes from freezing at that point, Lesh said, leave cabinet doors open at night to allow circulation of warm air. Frequently when pipes freeze, ice will thaw and water will resume running normally with no damage to the pipe. To speed thawing use a hair dryer on the frozen pipe. “If your pipes freeze and you have to leave the house before they thaw, shut the water off as a precaution so in case the pipes have burst, you won’t find a flood in your living room when you re turn.” Also if pipes freeze, remember to turn the hot water heater off to protect the element from burning out should the water level drop below that element, Lesh said. Flooded Carpets Occasionally, no matter what precautions are taken, a water pipe will burst inside the house, pouring gallons on to carpets and rugs. If that happens, first remove as much of the excess water as possible by mopping or blotting the carpet, advised Sam Compton, coowner of Countryside Floor Fashions in Amissville. As a safety precaution, take all table lamps from rooms with wet floors. Then put aluminum foil between furniture legs and wet carpeting to prevent rust or furniture stain. Workshop Offered Imaginal therapist Susan parley will conduct a series that includes workshop, lecture and private consultations this weekend in Rappahannock County. Farley blends therapeutic skills with perspectives gained from conscious channeling for individuals and groups, according to her promotional literature. “With professional training in both psychodrama and psychosynthesis, she is com nutted to transformation through uniting psychological understanding with spiritual purpose,” her brochure states. A poet, Farley lives in the mountains of northern New Mexico with her husband and small daughter and conducts a private practice in Imaginal Therapy in Taos. She has led seminars on integrating superconscious energies in the U.S. and Canada. On Friday, January 27, she will give a lecture at the Middle Street Gallery in Washington at 7:30 p.m., admission $5. On Saturday, Farley will lead a workshop, “Anchoring the Sun,” from 10-5 at Blackwater Creek Homestead in Boston, participation $30. She will also be available at the Conyers House in Slate Mills on Sunday for private consultations. For additional information, contact Sandra Cartwright-Brown at 987-8025 or Dan Lewis at 675-3440. NOTICE The Planning Commission of Rappahannock County has received and forwarded to the Advisory Committee, an application for the establishment of an Agricultural and Forestal District in the Jackson District of Rappahannock County, Virginia. The application is made pursuant to Chapter 36, 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 (ii) Any municipality whose territory encompasses or is part of the proposed district may propose a modification in any form deemed appropriate by such municipality (iii) Any such modification must be filed with the local Planning Commission within thirty (30) days of the filing of the original proposal. (iv) a) 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. b) Any owner included in the proposal may withdraw his land, in whole or in part, at anytime until the Ipcal 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 of Virginia, 1950 as amended at any time following such creation (v) At the termination of a 30-day 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 There after a public hearing will be held on the proposal and any proposed modifications. (vi) The names of those applying for said Agricultural and Forestal District are as folloWs: 1 I L. Parrish 2. Mary C. Parrish 3.1. Christopher Parnsh BY: RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION A.Y. STOKES, CHAIRMAN If the carpet is really water logged, remove it for drying. Wet carpet can warp wood floors and the carpet itself will probably mildew if left to dry on concrete, according to Compton. “Pull it back or lay it somewhere else with the backing up and turn fans on it,” he advised. “It generally takes two or three days for carpet to dry. A lot of horned don’t have the room to lay a carpet out. If that’s the case, you might try checking with a commercial carpet business, particularly one that does cleaning, to see if they’ll take the carpet while it dries out.” Compton stressed that regular vacuum cleaners should never be used to suck up excess water. “You could be electrocuted,” he warned. In addition, he cautioned against turning on ANY electrical applicances while standing on a wet carpet or floor for that same reason. Chimney Fires Households that heat with wood stoves face increased danger from chimney fires when the thermometer drops below freezing. “Chimneys are colder. The air inside them cools quicker and creosote condenses faster,” explained Bruce Vierling, Flint Hill’s Old Towne Chimney Sweep. “To reduce the chance of a chimney fire, you can bum your wood stove hotter. That gives you extra heat plus it reduces creosote build up,” Vierling said. “But if you’ve been burning your stove with the damper down and all of a sudden open it wide, you have to be careful you don’t ignite the creosote that’s already there,” he warned. In addition, burning wet wood adds to creosote accumulation. “In snowy weather, wood absorbs more moisture so be sure your wood pile is protected from the snow,” Vierling said. If the stove starts smoking, he advised homeowners to remove the stove pipe to make sure there’s no blockage where the pipe enters the flue. But as long as a wood stove has been properly installed and maintained, the chimney shouldn’t have to be cleaned more than once a year, Vierling added. Power Outages Winter storms frequently result in scattered and sometimes area wide power outages. Homeowners can borrow a motto from the Scouts and be prepared. Be sure to have a stock of large candles, matches, battery-operated flashlights, a wind-up clock and a battery radio and keep the telephone number of the electric company handy. It’s also a good idea to have a supply of water jugs and to even fill up the bathtub and buckets if the wind or accumulated ice threatens to snap power lines. Remember, without electricity for the electric pump, nothing will be flowing out of the faucet. In addition, it’s wise to keep a few can*- of food that can be warmed on the wood stove or a camp stove in case of an emergency. If the power goes out, be sure to turn off all electrical appliances, such as irons and toasters, as a safety precaution. And turn off all major appliances, such as heat pumps and electric water heaters, to avoid power drain while the utility company is attempting to restore electricity. NOTICE ATTENTION ALL DOG OWNERS Last day to buy dog license for 1984 is January 31,1984 A current Rabies Innoculation Certificate is required. Rabies Vaccination Clinic Dr. P.M. Graves will be at: Rappahannock County Park on Route 211 DATE: January 28,1984 TIME: 10 a.m. -11 a.m. 3 year vaccinations for cats and dogs $3.50 TAGS: $3.00 for male and spayed female $5.00 unspayed female $5.00 male and spayed female German Shepherd $10.00 unspayed female German Shepherd Jack Bruce, Dog Warden Treasurer’s Office will be open from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. that day so Dog Tags may be purchased following vaccination WE HAVE WRITTEN A BOOK ABOUT YOU! Articles appearing in the fcappabannocfe ilctos each month of the 1983 sesquicentennial year have been collected, along with articles of historical interest appearing in past years, into an attractive book. ON THE MORNING SIDE OF THE BLUE RIDGE: A Glimpse of Rappahannock History features chapters on Education, Soldiers, Doctors, Slavery, Freeman and Integration, Mountain People and The Park, The Depression, Old Mills and Settlements, Travel, Entertainment, Natural Disasters, Mountain Justice and Farming, written by our staff with the help of hundreds of Rappahannock people. Call the ihtoa office at 675-3338 to order your copy of “ON THE MORNING SIDE OF THE BLUE RIDGE at $8.95 plus tax and $1.10 for postage.

fcappafjaitnotfe iieto* An Independent Newspaper Established 1877 Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, Publisher JOHN T. TOLER, Exec Vice Pres DAPHNE L HUTCHINSON, Editor/General Manager BARBARA C. BURKE, Office Manager USA H. BURKE, Advertising To Subscribe Phone 675-3338 BY MAIL: $8.00 ■ year in Rappahannock and adjoining counties $10.00 a year elsewhere in the United States BACK COPIES: 3 months or more 70e. 1-2 years -$1.00; over 2 years -$3.00 (if available) OFFICE: Rappahannock News Bldg., Washington, Va. 22747 HOURS: 8:30 am. to 5:30 D.m., Mon.-Fri. Published by Warrantor) Printing & Publishing Company, Inc. Member, Audit Bureau of Circulation Thursday, January 26,1984 Good Neighbors Last Saturday in Culpeper, the grocery stores were packed. Customers waited 10, 15 minutes for a shopping cart and then waited another 45 minutes to get through the check-out line. The crowds were enough to bring frowns and mutters of irritation. But the people in those crowds, that was another matter. In almost every line, there was an elderly man or woman driven into town to replace depleted food stocks by a considerate friend or a neighbor or a relative. There is no other time of year when this awareness of the needs of others, especially the elderly, is more critical. We all should remember that and take the time to check on our older neighbors. As the temperature drops, the danger of hypothermia rises. Older people are more susceptible and face increased danger of death from this condition. Stranded by snow and ice, their food stocks may dwindle. Their mobility reduced, they may be unable to take precautions to protect water lines from freezing. We can help by stopping in regularly to check the woodpile and the pantry, to give a quick look to the furnace and the pump house, to make sure any necessary medications are still on hand and to share a few minutes of conversation to end that winter isolation. It’s called being a good neighbor. It’s the same country spirit that once led folks out here to get together for a barn raising or a house raising, the same spirit that today prompts outpourings of generosity to families that have lost homes and belongings to fire. By keeping that spirit of neighborliness alive this winter, we can prevent needless suffering and tragedy. This Was The News*, _ tn Bygone Rappahannock Times... - 20 YEARS AGO RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS Directors of the flint HILL BANK were pictured in front of the new vault. They were Emory Russell, Herbert Foster, Louis Moore and John R. Moore. With them was vice-president and manager John S. Browning, Sr. It was also reported in the January 23 issue of the Rappahannock News that absenteeism in the Washington Elementary School prior to the Christmas vacation cost the county school system $2,375.40. For each child absent, it cost the county $1.48 per day. Some of the poor attendance was due to illness, but many of the absences were avoidable, the paper reported. Approximately 11,000 citizens from Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties turned out to receive Type I Sabin Polio Vaccine. The sponsors of the “Sabin on Sunday” program hoped to come close to 100 percent immunization after two more clinics. “Beach Party” in color was showing at the Pitts Theatres in Front Royal and a subscription to the Rappahannock News cost $2.50 for Rappahannock and adjoining counties. 10 YEARS AGO RAPPAHANNOCK NE$S The rappah annock-rapid an Planning District Commission resolved that Route 211 through Sperryville should only be widened and that a by-pass shouldn’t be built. The highway department planned to four-lane Route 211 fawn the Page County line through-n>r around Sperryville. The state couldn’t four-lane through Page County and the Shenandoah National Park. Park rule wouldn’t allow it. Local planning commission member Pete Luke said the people of Rappahannock wanted to keep the Sperryville area rural. But if the road were widened, the bottleneck of traffic would benefit Sperryville’s tourist business, he said. Among those on a steering committee for organization of a Rappahannock County Youth Center were Granville Eastham, Rapley Owings, George Graham, Julian Brown, Roger Flinchum and Col. Dale Metzinger. Delegate D. French Slaughter .reported a bill before the 1974 General Assembly to require all counties to have kindergartens. Slaughter supported leaving the matter to local option. General Assembly Report By DELEGATE RAYMOND R. “ANDY” GUEST During the past week, I was elected to the post of Assistant Minority Leader, a new opportunity to be of service and to utilize my experience. On Wednesday morning, the GOP leadership met with the representatives of the Virginia Education Association to discuss their program and concerns. There is still a great deal of talk on the tax increases. However, I do not think those proposals have support. • During 1982, approximately 52 percent of Virginia’s high school graduates took SAT or college board tests and they tied for 7th place with Massachusetts students at a score of 888. Pennsylvania students at 885 were just below Virginia and Maryland students at 889 ranked just above us. This is very interesting in view of the increasing need for higher education and the ever increasing competition for admission to colleges. I keep reading or hearing about support or lack of support for the proposed Center for Innovative Technology, the Hi-Tech Center. I support the need for this Center. Virginia Research Institutions must compete with established Research Centers across the United States if we are to be able to provide meaningful employment to Virginians in future years. The proposed HiTech Centers would provide the focal point for the interaction of private enterprise and the academic research community. In the proposed Center, the research, making up the cutting edge of technology, would provide the foundation for the 21st century and beyond. This Center could marshall the expertise and talents of all the Virginia Research Universities scattered across the state and provide the research needed by the hi-tech firms sur rounding the metropolitan D.C. area. All Virginia can benefit from the proposed Center and I support this program. During the session, my Legislative Office at 27 S. Royal Avenue, Front Royal 22630, will remain open Monday-Friday, 9 to 4. Citizens may reach me at Room 720, General Assembly Building, State Capitol, Richmond, Virginia 23219, telephone 804-786-7395. After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 9878525 from Amissville, Washington, Castleton, Sperryviile, Woodville and Flint Hill (987, 937, 675 and 547 exchanges). Our Rappahannock Heritage— Letter To The Editor ----’TT-,Ruritans Appreciate Support To the editor: The Amissville Ruritan Club extends its most hearty thanks to the community for its generous support during 1983. Not only were our four fund raisers great successes but our endeavers to make the community a better place in which to live were made possible through your support. During 1983, the Ruritans dispersed money for the following: Sunday school activities at three local churches, Amissville’s fire and rescue squads, the T.C. Barron Memorial Fund for an advanced life support system, Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs, Amissville’s little league baseball team jind> an ayt’a^rl to an outstanding student at Rappahannock County High School. These are but a few of the many ways that money raised by the Amissville club is spent. More than dollars, the Ruritans also gave many hours of personal concern and contact with local citizens. Our newly established clothes bank provided warmth for a family whose home and belongings were destroyed by fire and for others in need of clothes. We put up a sign at the Amissville dumpster site to remind users to keep the lo-: cation clean. Ruritan volunteers distributed food, fruit baskets and flowers at Christmas, contacted the Sta^e Highway Department regarding ' road ' im provements, provided transportation for those who could not drive due to medical reasons, visited patients in convalescent homes and hospitals and donated medical equipment. Each year, our endeavers expand and we recognize that much of our success is attributable to great community support. The success of our annual fruit cake sale is an example of Ruritans and the community working together. Once again, thank you all. We are looking forward to surpassing our goals for 1984. WAYNE G. KANABY , , i ,, / President, AmfesVillb Ruritan Club t “Where I’m Cornin’ From” To Be Players’ Spring Production What makes teenagers tick? What motivates them? What are their dreams, their fears, their hopes, their aspirations? Answers to some of those questions may come in the Rappahannock Players’ spring production "Where I’m Cornin’ From,” a "mostly original” musical centered around the writings. thoughts and feelings of young people from this area. “The idea grew out of the musical “The Me Nobody Knows," a Broadway hit based on the writings of kids from New York’s inner city,” explained Pali Delevitt Allan, who, with her husband Freeman Allan, is writer/director for the production. The major share of proceeds from the show will go towards funding Rappahannock’s 4-H summer cooperative day camp program. “We want to focus the attention of the community on the talents AND needs of our young people,” said Allan, explaining the connection between the two projects. Last week, the Allans organized a discussion group for youngsters which they taped to use for material for the show. In addition to ideas from that type of free wheeling “rap session,” they plan to incorporate written responses to questions put to students at both the county high school and Wakefield Country Day School, where Freeman Allan teaches English and creative writing. The kids were asked: When you look in the mirror, what do you see?; What makes boys tick? (to girls); What makes girls tick? (to boys); What happens when, you die?; What do you think about war? About religion? About your parents?; Who are your heros?; What questions would you like to ask adults? Insights To Teenagers “I think this production will provide some amazing insights for people about where kids today are coming from,” noted Allan. “And I think the kids are really going to like doing it, especially some of the musical numbers,” she added. “They’ll be singing “If I Had a Million Dollars,” “Food Fight at Lunch,” “First Love,” songs about mom and dad, songs about television.” In addition to the portions taken from the Broadway hit “The Me Nobody Knows” and material compiled from ttie writings and thoughts of local youngsters, “Where I’m Cornin’ From” will also include numbers written by Pali Allan, a veteran of the stage. Her credits include winning the Hopwood Award for play writing several years in a row from the University of Michigan where she majored in theater, television and film. While a student, she wrote an original film—music, lyrics and script—for a Detroit TV station. After finishing graduate work on a scholarship to Tufts University where she taught classes while writing, producing and acting in plays, she organized the Public Theater of Boston and taught a theater workshop at Brookline High School there. Since coming to Rappahannock County, she has directed and starred in the Rappahannock Players’ production of Peter Pan in 1981. “We’re also seeking poetry and creative writing material from young people of this county who are interested in seeing their work used in the show,” said Allan. Submissions may be left at the Rappahannock News for delivery to the writer/director. Allan is looking for performers in sixth through 12th grade. “We need people who can sing as well as act,” she noted. Auditions for Wakefield students will be held at Wakefield School during eighth period on February 6, 7 and 8. Auditions for students from Rappahannock County Elementary School and the high school are set for those same three days from 4:30 to 6:30 at the Gay Street Theater in Washington. If bad weather forces cancellation of school on any of those days, try-outs will also be cancelled. “Then additional auditions will be held if needed,” Allan said. Each prospective actor and actress is asked to bring a song (and music, if possible) to perform at the try-outs. Rehearsals will begin on Monday, February 13, and will continue Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. From February 13 to March 16, they will be held in Wakefield School’s auditorium and then will move to the Gay Street Theater. “That arrangement saves us from practicing in a cold theater,” Allan noted, adding that car pooling will be arranged for performers. Shows are set for March 30 and 31 and April 1, 6, 7 and 8. For further information or to volunteer to help with technical aspects of the production, contact Pali Delevitt Allan at 636-2818. Who Isn’t Paid Up? Dear Rappahannock Residents: According to the Audit Bureau of Circulation (ABC), the Rappahannock News now has a paid circulation reaching 2,718 of the 2,722 households in the county. It appears that four families out there aren’t getting the paper. We respectively request those four (and you know who you are) to cooperate. Send us your $8 and we’ll mail you the newspaper. Sincerely, The Rappahannock News Staff * ♦ * The way to see by faith is to shut the eye of reason. ~ Ben Franklin From Both Barrels Rumblings In The Capitol By GEOgGE BOWLES This year’s session of the General Assembly may be marked more by the procedural and personality clashes within—and between—the House of Delegates and the Senate than by the quality of the legislative debate on the floors of those august bodies. Feuds which have been festering for nearly a decade flaired in the Senate, by far the more feisty of the two houses. At the same time, newly hatched animosities bubbled ominously just below the veneer of icy formality with which the gentlemen and gentlewomen of the legislature deal with such matters. Occasionally they boiled through to the surface. A few days before the session convened, retiring Sen. Adelard Brault of Fairfax startled his former colleagues with a broadside attack on the leadership quality of the other members of the Northern Virginia delegation. Specifically he questioned whether Sen. ^nve uuvai, me new “dean” of the delegation, could provide the guidance necessary for the success of the region’s legislative program. Members on both sides of the aisle were stunned by the apparent bitterness of the Brault onslaught. According to one source, it may have been the result of years of I CoClIUllClIl Ildl UU1CU Brault over what he believed was Duval’s failure to give him timely assistance in 1979, when Brault’s position as majority leader of the Senate was successfully challenged by Sen. Hunter Andrews of Hampton. The prestigeous Senate Rules Committee itself became the focal point of intra-Senate warring during the opening day of the session. The retirement of Sen. Willard Moody of Portsmouth left the chairmanship vacant. Although Sen. Peter Babalas of Norfolk was the fifth ranking member of the 16-member panel, the senators ahead of him already chaired standing committees. Under the rules of both Houses no member can chair more than one. Thus it appeared that Babalas was in line for the Rules chairmanship, a post he badly wanted and for which he would have happily given up his present chairmanship of the Committee on Local Government. Thinking he had the post locked up, Babalas made a tactical blunder. He began to talk as if he was already the Rules chairman, and some of his ideas did not sit well with the presiding elders of the upper house. For example, he favored having the Senate reorganize every year instead of every four years as is now the practice. This would have meant an annual internal struggle for such jobs as majority leader, president pro-tem, clerk and others. He also wanted to make the Rules Committee chairman the principal liaison officer with the House of Delegates, a responsibility presently reserved for the Senate President protein Edward E. Willey of Richmond. The elders *'decided sttihething had to be done. . . , | / ' ‘jAr ■ plan, evolved to Babalqs chairmanship. It was done by a game of musical chains which rocked the organizational structure of the Senate and lef Babalas fuming with rage. Andrews, who ranked Babalas on Rules, chose to give up his chairmanship of the Privileges and Elections Committee and take over the Rules Committee. This opened up the P&E slot, which was filled by Sen. Douglas Wilder of Richmond. Wildpr,1 to make the move, had to give up his chairmat&hip of the Transportation Committee, a post which was, in Ulm, filled by Sen. Charles Waddell of Loudoun. This left Babalas, who was nursing his wounds, still chairman of the Local Government Committee. He was reportedly so furious over this fast shuffle that he boycotted the governor’s “State of the Commonwealth” speech on the session’s opening night. But such personality squabbles are relatively small potatoes. They have done of the potential for mischief that the growing feud between the House and the Senate could generate. As this is written, the two bodies have been unable to agree on such a usually routine matter as the cut-off dates for the processing of bills. The main bone of contention between the two Houses, however, is the determination of the Senate to introduce its own version of the governor’s executive budget for the 1984-86 biennium. The budget bill, which this time around will dispense about $15.7 billion for state services, had, until the 1983 session, originated in the House and, in due course been passed to the Senate for its action in the closing weeks. The Senate leaders had long chaffed under this practice, saying it did not give the members time to study the document and discharge their budgetary responsibility as a co-equal body of the legislature. In 1983, for the first time, the Senate introduced its own budget bill. While the odd-year, short session “mini-budget” was relatively small, it nevertheless caused some extremely tense moments in the session’s closing days before a compromise was reached. But this year the situation is vastly different. If the lawmakers are forced to give full-dress treatment to two bills dealing with the mammoth biennial spending package, some capitol observers fear it will send the legislature into a period of raucus overtime of unknown duration at the end of the regularly scheduled 60-day session. Thus it appears, unless the chieftains of the House and Senate can find ways to smooth the ruffled feathers of some of their braves and end the deepening cold war between the two chambers, the remaining six weeks of the ’84 legislature will be a stormy time, indeed, in Mr. Jefferson’s cathedral of government. >4 Calls Range From Fire To Stranded Motorist In adition'to routine police work, the Rappahannock Sheriffs Department’s log shows that deputies responded to the following emergency calls in the past week: —January 17, chimney fire at Massie’s Corner; accident at Amissville (false alarm). —January 21, domestic problem on Route 646, Viewtown. —January 22, stranded motorists on Route 522 at Massie’s Comer (5:27 a.m.); hit and run resulting in property damage on Route 622 in Harris Hollow; burglary alarm at Haskell residence on Route 626 in Tieer Valley. —January 23, alarm at Rappahannock National Bank; vandalism on Route 642, Viewtown.

Rappanannock Journal •Farm •Business •Garden •Rural Life Lombardy Lunchers Like New Managers The crowd at the counter at the Lombrady Lunch Room has noticed a change since the Shepherds took over their favorite restaurant’s management in September. “Shep” and Mae Shepherd ran the Texaco station and grocery store at the corner of Routes 229 and 211 for two years. Now they’ve taken on the skillets and spatulas. And a lot of compliments have gone to the chefs. “It's the best place in Amissville," kidded Carl James after he had just put away a daily-luncheon special. James says Lombardy’s is particularly convenient for him when he’s working on his farm or when he’s between fire and rescue calls. They have a special every day, he says, and the price is reasonable. “Anything we make is good,” says “Shep” with a grin. He says he sells a lot of subs. He especially likes to brag about the sausage gravy and biscuits cooked up fresh early every morning at 5 o’clock. Another change? The beer cooler is gone. “It went down when the gravy went up,” says “Shep.” Now neighbors notice that the Lombardy Lunch Room is more family oriented. It’s a quiet place to enjoy the good home cooking. Fauquier natives, the Shepherds moved to Amissville from Rixeyville about a year ago. Rappahannock life seems to agree with them. Beef-Dairv Tour Set Tennessee and Virginia farmers will visit Champ Hill Farm in Madison County and Somerset Plantation in Orange County Friday morning, February 10. Champ Hill at Haywood is a family operated dairy, milking some 131 ■ cows. Owner Smokey Fitzgerald harvests high feed value alfalfa. At Somerset Plantation, farmers will view the backgrounding and finishing feed lots. Both lots are in full production. For further information on the tour, contact Rappahannock Extension Agent Birgitt Thornhill at 6753619. Livestock Club Art Schwartz of Virginia Harvestors will speak to the Rappahannock 4-H Livestock Club on “Opportunities in Agriculture” on Tuesday, February 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the courthouse. All interested persons are invited to attend. For further information, contact Birgitt Thornhill at the Extension Office in Washington. 675-3619. NOTICE OF 1984 FUEL FACTOR AND COGENERATION TARIFF PROCEEDING * “FOR THEPOTOMAC EDISON COMPANY! TAKE NOTICE that the Virginia State Corporation Commission has established Case No. PUE840005 as the 1984 fuel factor proceeding for The Potomac Edison Company (“Company”). The r^tes paid by Company for power purchased jfcropa cogeneration and small power production facilities will also be considered in this proceeding. Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 56-249.6 and Section 210 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978, the Commission has scheduled a public hearing to commence at 10:00 a.m., March 20,1984, in the Commission’s 13th Floor Courtroom, Jefferson Building, Bank and Governor Streets, Richmond, Virginia. On or before January 30,1984, Company will propose a fuel factor and a cogeneration tariff for the 12 month period commencing April 1,1984, and file supporting testimony and data. On or before February 15, 1984, Company will file its fuel cost data (FH Reports) for the fourth quarter and last nine months of 1983. All testimony, exhibits, and other data filed by Company will be available for public inspection at all Company offices in Virginia where bills may be paid, and at the Commission’s Document Control Center, Floor Bl, Jefferson Building, Richmond, Virginia. Any interested person (public witness) desiring to make a statement at the hearing should appear in the Commission’s Courtroom at 9:45 a.m. on the hearing date and identify himself or herself to the Bailiff. On or before February 6,1984, persons desiring to participate as protestants, as defined in Rule 4:6 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (“SCC Rules”), to present evidence and cross-examine witnesses, shall file an original and fifteen copies of a Notice of Protest, as described in SCC Rule 5:16(a) with the Clerk of the Commission and serve a copy upon Company. Service upon Company shall be directed to Elmer B. Kaelin, President, The Potomac Edison Company, Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. On or before March 6, 1984, each protestant shall file an original and fifteen copies of a Protest (SCC Rule 5:16(b)) and an original and fifteen copies of the prepared testimony and exhibits protestant intends to present at the March 20 hearing, and serve a copy upon Company and each protestant. All written communications to the Commission regarding this proceeding shall be directed to: William C. Young, Clerk SCC Document Control Center P.O.Box 2118 Richmond, Virginia 23216 Potomac Edison Part of the Allegheny Power System I i ivT/^t —Rappahannock News Photo/M. May THE LUNCH CROWD lingers at Lombardy’s enjoying the fine fare under the new management. “Shep” and Mae Shepherd took over in September. ASCS NEWS Emergency Feed Continues By TOM TAYLOR Signup for accepting Emergency Feed Assistance Program (EFAP) corn requests from livestock producers began January 16 and will continue until September 30 or the supply of low-grade com is depleted, which ever comes first. County livestock producers who suffered feed losses due to the drought could be eligible to purchase Commodity Credit Corporation stocks of grades Nos. 4, 5 and sample com. The cost of the corn is approximately $2 per bushel and the producer pays total transportation cost. The com will probably be located where larger CCC stocks exist, such as Illinois, Iowa, Ohio. Producers must document that insufficient feed is available on the arm to adequately maintain current foundation livestock herds for a 90 day feeding period. All PIK grain is considered feed on hand. Information needed when applying at the ASCS office for theprogram is: 1. Feed stocks on hand (prior and current years production). 2. Normal production and actual production. 3. Feed production sold after May 31, 1983. 4. Feed stocks on hand that were purchased. 5. Livestock by type and age (owned at least six (6) months). SCS Offers Help To Farmers Crop losses from the drought in 1983 were staggering with com yields down 48 percent and soybeans and cotton down by one-third, according to USDA estimates. However, crops that were under some form of conservation tillage, particularly no-till, were in better shape than those under conventional tillage, said Manly Wilder, State Conservationist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Soil Conservation Service. Improved moisture holding capacity is one of the greatest benefits of conservation tillage in a drought year like this one. Conservation tillage can 1' make the bad timo« and make the best of the good times, said Wilder. Fanners using conservation tillage and researchers studying demonstration plots have learned that: *Crops under conservation tillage show signs of stress 5 to 10 days later than conventionally tilled crops. Delaying stress during pollination and critical growth stages often means higher yields. *Crop residue delays evaporation of moisture and allows the rainfall to soak in. *During stress periods, there can be as much as two inches or more of soil moisture available for crops with conservation tillage and notill than with conventional tillage. :No-till or irrigated wheat can save as much water as it takes to irrigate the crop once with four inches of water. *In dry years, crops under conservation tillage, particularly no-till, yield better than conventionally tilled crops. SCS personnel are available and interested in helping farmers plan for conservation tillage in 1984. Rappahannock farmers who are interested should call 825-4200. 1 MODERN OFFICE SUPPLY, INC. is proud to announce our appointment as an Authorized Sales Aqent for Xerox in Rappahannock, Culpeper, and Fauquier Counties We re pleased to announce that we have been selected as an Authorized Sales Agent for the popular line of Xerox copiers, Memorywriters, and supplies. Our customers are assured of quality service directly from Xerox. Call for a free demonstration and see just how much a Xerox copier can do for you. XEROX «««Oa* • « •>••»««*• .««0« CO^O«AT.O. Bill Yowell Charlie Thomas 210 N. Main St. Culpeper, Va. 22701 (703)825-4377 Upcoming Extension Events Announced By BIRGITT THORNHILL Extension Agent February 8 - Fruit School at Graves Mt. Lodge, 9:30 a.m.to 3:00 p.m. Topics will include: pesticide safety and container disposal, pruning practices that cause vigor problems, turning water sprout problems into fruiting wood, pest control in peaches and apples, soil and leaf analysis and tree row volume as a graphic means of determining rate per acre. No preregistration is necessary and everyone is welcome. February 23 - Area Forage Conference, Middleburg Community Center, 9:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Topics will include: making alfalfa stands last longer by controlling weeds, insect control, proper fertilization and harvesting, forage research with varieties, no-till seeding and management, using large plastic bags for storing forage, the forage program on a dairy farm. tall fescue toxicity and improving the efficiency of grazing systems by sound management. Programs are available at the Extension Office. February 23 - Personal and Farm Income Tax Management, 7 to 9 p.m., courthouse in Washington. Changes in 1983 state and federal returns will be discussed. Topics will include: child care credit, credit for elderly, energy credit, forms to use, income averaging, itemized deduction changes and moving expenses. This will be a very informal session. There is no charge but participants must pre-register by calling the Extension Office at 6753619 by February 17th. If there is not sufficient interest, the workshop will be cancelled. March 13 - Leasing School, 7 to 9 p.m. at the courthouse in Washington. Anyone with any questions on leases is urged to attend. Jack Dunford, farm management agent for this area, will be conducting the school with David Konick. Washington attorney. Topics will include advantages and disadvantages of cash and share leases, sliding scale leases, importance of a written lease, what should be covered in a lease and general production practices that will affect a lease. Pre-registration is required for this school. Please call the Extension Office by March 2. Virginia Cooperative Extension programs, activities, and employment opportunities are available to all people regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age. national origin, handicap, or political affiliation. After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 635-4488from Chester Gap and Huntly (635 and 636 exchanges). ¥ Frozen Fruit & Vegetable ' CASE LOT&ALE Satisfaction GuSnShtaed Buy in bulk and you can enjoy "Farm Fresh" fruits and vegetables at inflation-fighting prices. All products are top quality, fresh pleiad and quick frozen for natural taste. > * ■* .V \ r ft <•'.:> . We Must Have Yourprder Byu Feb. 11 Mr. flra*Nt iMriptM Sliced Apples W Blackberries. 5#** IOF Wick Raspberries 5#** IOF Cultivated Blueberries 20#** Wild Blutberries 15#** Dark Sweet Cherries 30>* Dark Sweet Cherries 5»— lOf Rad Tart Cherries 30#* Rad Tart Cherries 5T* IOF Mixed Fruit 20»" IOF N.W. 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Rappahannock County School News Whiz Kids Set Despite the snow and ice, the Rappahannock Whiz Kids have kept in training for tonight's match against Bath County. The competition is to be broadcast over WVPT-TV. Channel 51, Harrisonburg at 8:30. It can also be picked up on repeater Station 42 in Front Royal. School may have been closed last Thursday, but the Whiz Kids made it in to meet in the high school library for a rematch with the “Rappahannock News Wahoos” captained by Peter Luke. “Kids” edged out “Wahoos" by about 50 points. It was a nuyor moral victory. The “Wahoos” are expert in Confederate generals, presidential trivia, physics and rec\nt court cases. It was well worth coming in out of the cold to compete, the “Kids” said. Adviser Roger Flinchum vowed that weather wouldn’t stop them tonight, either. He promised to personally deliver the team to the television studio in his four wheel drive vehicle if necessary. The starting line-up includes Ann Oliver, Cheryl Atchison, Will Oliver and Jonathan Watson. Youngsters Invited To Share The Fun By FLORENCE V ICKERS Extension Agent Rappahannock’s ShareThe-Fun contest is set for February 24 at 3:20 p.m. in the Rappahannock County Elementary School auditorium. Local 4-Hers divided into three age groups will compete in five categories: vocal, dance, instrumental, drama and novelty and general. Vocal includes any individual or group of singers who have one accompanist and one instrument that is not jduged. Dance includes all choregraphed routines that are set to music such as jazz, tap, ballet, modem, baton, aerobic and folk. Instrumental is totally performed on any instrument. No singing is allowed in this category'. ' Di-ama and Novelty category includes short plays. dramatics, mime and monologues. The General classification covers all combinations of the above such as a singer backed up by a band, downing, circus acts, juggling, impressionists, stand-up comics, magic acts, puppetry and ventricloquism. Seniors, age 14 to 19, may compete as individuals or in groups as large as four. Intermediates, ages 12 and 13, and juniors, ages 9 to 11, may compete as individuals or in groups up to eight youngsters. District Share-The-Fun competition will be held March 17 in Culpeper. | Virginia Cooperative ' Extension programs, activities, and employment opportunities are available to all pejpjjle regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, handicap, or political affiliation. —Rappahannock News Photo/D. Hutchinson “SHE BLINDED ME WITH SCIENCE!" The Rappahannock Whiz Kids are so bright they radiate sun on a snowy day. TheyTe ready to dazzle Bath County tonight. Local shining stars are: (l-r) Cheryl Atchison, Ann Oliver, Will Oliver and Jonathan Watson. v s Scout Sale Starts Soon The Girl Scout cookie sale starts tomorrow, according to Rappahannock service unit cookie chairman Judy Brown. About 100 county GSA representatives will be taking orders for the famous confections which will arrive in early March, Brown says. This year marks something <|>ecial in girl scout cookies. It's the 50th anniversary of :he annual event, which has *ome to be the main fundraiser for the girls’ organizaion. A special 50th anniversary cookie will be sold along vith six other varieties of (H)kies this year to cele brate the “cookie versary”. Brown says. The first Girl Scout cookies were sold in the 1920s based on a recipe of two troop leaders and baked in the shape of the Girl Scout insignia. The number of participating troops grew and the first commercially baked Girl Scout cookies were sold In 19:!4. Today's cookies cost $2 per box payable upon delivery. To place an order, conact Brown at 987-8027 to ind the name of a nearby rirl scout. The organization is open to girls age (i-17. Scholarship Deadline Announced Junior and senior class high school students who are interesteA^^fttyiplyiii# Asx $1,000 college scholarships should request applications by March 15 from the Edu rational Communications Scholarship Foundation, 721 iJL McKinley Road, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045. To receive an applies tion. students should send a self-addressed, stamped envelope with a note stating their name, address, city. , itate and zip code and approximate grade point average. Menus The Child Care & Learning Center January 30-February 3 Monday Egg salad in pita bread, buttered peas, carrot sticks, sliced peaches, milk. Tuesday Macaroni and cheese with tomato sauce, yellow wax beans with butter, fresh orange slices, milk. Wednesday Creamed tuna on toast, buttered broccoli, celery sticks, oatmeal cookies, milk. Thursday Tamali pie with cheese, buttered green beans, pineapple chunks, milk. Friday Cream of potato soup, wheat toast, chdese "wedges, buttered spinach, pears, milk. Cold On The Court As Panthers Downed bv Dragons i*y jim McCullough KuppuhnniMK-k %*•*» Sport* Writer Last Friday, the Rappahannock Panthers tried to avenge an earlier defeat at the hands^of William Monit*e, arch rival and coach Doyle Dawson’s alma mater. They managed only to shave one i>oint off the difference, losing 53-41. (The first meeting ended with the Dragons on top, 59-4H.) "It was the worst game we played all year.” admitted coach Dawson. He attributed the Panthers' sloppy performances to the unexpected two-week layoff forced bv cancellation of both games and practice sessions due to bad weather. The Dragons scored first in Friday's home contest but the rest of the quarter was all Rappahannock. Blocking most of what Monroe put up and sinking their own shots at the other end. the Panthers built an impressive 12-6 lead. The “player" who did the most defensively for RCHS never touched the court. He/she/thev were in the bleachers. Remembering several rude and tasteless gestures made by the Dragons' key player Mike Schiflett in the earlier game between the two teams, the fans erupted with catcalls and boos every time he touched the ball. The uproar seemed to rattle Schiflett’s confidence as he missed numerous easy opportunities to score. The Panthers were CUSTOM HOMES AT A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORD! CHOOSE FROM OUR WIDE SELECTION OF MODELS OR WE LL BUILD FROM YOUR PLANS •Financing Guidance •Money Saving manage it yourself program available |j *; Heritage H i Homes . CHARLTON-RIDGE HOMES INC. 10403 Balls Ford Road MANASSAS. VIRGINIA 22110 (703) 300-9209 - Matro: 031-0000 quick to capitalize and on a basket from Clarence Pendleton, took a 10 point lead, 8-18, early in the second period. "Then it was as if our boys realized how far ahead they were and said ‘Hey, we’re not supposed to be doing this" so they didn't!” Dawson said. The Panthers let Monroe tally six unanswered |>oints and by the buzzer, the visitors had tied the score at 22 all. Just as it had been all Rappahannock in the first quarter, it was all William Monroe when play resumed as the Panthers slipped further and further out of the game. Taking advantage of 20 RCHS turnovers, the Dragons turned the tables and took their own 10 point lead, 34-24. Coach Dawson, visiblyupset, benched four of his starters in an attempt to reorganize his forces. When he returned the first string to the court, it looked as if RCHS still had a chance. Getting into the rvthmn of their game and reclaiming momentum, the Panthers crept to within six points. But the Dragons caught their second wind and doubled that difference to make it 40-28 at the third quarter buzzer. In the fourth quarter, only good free throws kept the Panthers anywhere close. From the floor, they hit a cold streak that rivaled the temperature outside and let Monroe go up by as many • as 15 before the game ended with the visitors ahead bv 12, 5,1-41. Coach Dawson said his team just wasn’t ready mentally for the game. This lack of concentration showed in poor shooting as the Panthers hit only four of 23 attempts from the floor in the second half. “You just can’t SPEFRY^NSW HOLLAND NEW HOLLAND EQUIPMENT SPECIAL Hay Tools Forage Equipment Manure Spreaders Grinder Mixtures 3% Annual Interest rate with 18 month financing New Holland — Culpeper 790 James Madison Highway 825-0188 win with shooting like that,” the coach added. He hopes the RCHS squad will get back on the winning track against Brentsville at home this Friday. The Panthers will need a bit of momentum before they take on Stonewall Jackson in an away make-up game expected to be scheduled sometime in the coming week. The Generals are ranked fourth in the state among "A" schools and are tied with Rappahannock for first place in the Bull Run District. In another district game, the Panthers play Clarke County at home next Tuesday. After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 987-8525 from Amissville, Washington, Castleton, Sperryville, Woodville and Flint Hill (987, 937, 675 and 547 exchanges). Tax Deductible NEEDED k GIFTS If For f The Birth Of Great Meadow With final preparation of facilities for our new community site for steeplechasing, three day evening, pony club and the open field events, The Meadow Outdoors Foundation is needing gifts of these items— • A new or used manure spreader • A large turf aerator • Fence rails • Telephone or electric poles • Flag poles • PVC pipe (any length or size) - Phone 347-7144. Thank You. All contributions tax deductible to the Meadow Outdoors Foundation under section 501-C-3 IRS Code. How Do Orange Parents Help With Homework? “Frequent and monitored homework” is one of the guidelines for excellence set forth by the president’s “Nation at Risk” commission on education. Model school Prospect Heights in Orange sends home an eight page pamphlet telling parents exactly what’s expected. In this middle school, teachers assign approximately 30 minutes of homework per night to 6th graders, 60 minutes to 7th graders and 90 minutes to 8th graders. Parents are asked to supervise homework in the following way: Every family has different circumstances, and therefore, hard-set rules for the schedule are impossible. Guidelines are possible. 1. Do not make students do homework as soon as they get home from school. Children need exercise, fresh air, and involvement with other children. The schedule should not keep children from having fun with their friends and their brothers and sisters. 2. Plan the quiet time to be when all members of the family are usually home. Monday through Friday, right after the evening meal, is an example. Try not to run study time right up to bedrime. Continuing the study time to include Friday night actually works out better than leaving homework until Sunday. Sunday has too many unexpected reasons for breaking the schedule. There is also a nice feeling on Sunday night knowing that all homework is already done. 3. Reward the child often for staying with the schedule. A reward included in the schedule could be a break before bedtime. 4. In the schedule, plan the time and the place where each child will do his homework. 5. If the child finishes the homework early or has no homework, the schedule should still be kept and the time should be used for reading or some similar activity. 6. Stick to the time frame until it becomes evident that it is consistently too much or too little. Then get everyone to agree to a change in the schedule. 7. At the end of the homework period, parents should plan five or ten minutes for checking homework. 8. Keep on the positive side. This can be a good thing for the family. (Reprinted from “Parents and Homework" by the Prospect Heights Middle School administrative staff, approved by the Parent-Teacher Organization executive committee.) D,ra&dh$ Whip Happi Kappahannock’s Junior Varsity Panthers fared no better than their more experienced counterparts as the Junior Dragons of William Monroe dominated in a 80-19 game last Friday at RCHS. The Dragons held the lead and controlled the tempo from start to finish. Monroe scored first but the Panthers fought back with a basket from Craig Williams to tie it at two all. But Rapp never got any closer as the Dragons built an 8-4 advantage at the quarter. Neither team could hit in the second period. It was as if someone had placed an invisible barrier over both baskets. 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Orange School Sanctioned By National Commission (Continued from Page 1.) school was built in 1952 for an all-black student body. With integration and the arrival of Orange County School Superintendent Dr. Renfro C. Manning, Prospect Heights opened its doors to 1*000 in grades 6-8 as a middle school in 1971. The attendance has declined somewhat because approximately Va of the system’s 6th graders now attend elementary schools. First maintenance crews had to haul away truck-loads of trash. Fresh recruits replaced the “burned-out” teaching staff. New wings of classrooms were added. It takes more than a building to make a school. Cogar credits the success at Prospect Heights to three main ingredients: outstanding, dedicated faculty; high academic standards and student pride. Keeping Teachers Cogar says the school is always looking for the sort of teachers who “want to come and work hard and love to watch children grow.” To keep them, the system is willing to offer the best supplies, aide support and an opportunity for professional growth. The salary scale compares with that of Charlottesville, Cogar says. Teachers at Prospect Heights make more than their colleagues in surrounding counties that are roughly the same size—such as Rappahannock, Madison, Greene. But Cogar doesn’t think it’s the money that keeps them so much as the professional extras and warm working environment. Teachers have no hall duty. They have no bus duty. They have no lunch room duty. Anything not - strictly related to teaching is done by the aide support staff. Such duties cut into important planning time and contribute to teacher “burnout", Cogar says. The best teachers at Prospect Heights rise to extra responsibility. Team leaders, unit leaders and another step up — master teachers—spend increasing amounts of time developing curriculum and instructional materials and are paid accordingly. One unit leader from each grade helps the principal with budget and school policy recommendations. Teacher morale is good because open communication lines allow for plenty of teacher input, Cogar says. Morale is nourished through various “family outings”, Cogar adds. There’s always a Friday afternoon treat when the teachers leave: ice cream or some such token of gratitude and esteem. During in-service days the administration prepares and serves a lunch for the teachers. The formal Christmas dance is catered; the annual summer picnic is family style. Then there’s the annual Valentine party and dance, bus trips to the Manassas dinner-theater, jaunts to Culpeper for pizza and roller skating. Cogar thinks it’s important to offer lots of things socially for the faculty to do together. Students, Too One of Prospect Heights’ most unusual programs is designed to reward students for refraining from vandalism. a If there is money left in the building maintenance fund at the end of October, the students benefit with parties, movies on the widescreen TV (the school belongs to a film rental club), field trips, concerts or other special activities. School officials previously spent approximately $1,000 per year cleaning up after the vandals, according to Cogar. Now $300 is budgeted to each grade for maintenance. The pupils patrol themselves and their friends to reap the rewards from preventing vandalism. Destroying or defacing school property or littering are simply considered unacceptable behavior. Students are dismissed Robot Truant Office^. Gels Results Here in Rappahannock County, students must answer to the principal if they are away without leave. But up in some of the Nbrthem cities, it’s a different story. Students at a high school in Connecticut are cutting class less since a computer started calling their parents at night, according to the Stamford Advocate. The machine has been programmed to call back up to three times before bedtime if it doesn’t reach anyone. It then delivers a 60 second recorded message informing whoever answers the phone that the student was absent from school and a note to the attendance offi cer will be required upon his return. Within two weeks of “hiring” the new truant officer, attendance was up, an assistant principal told reporters. Previously approximately 150-200 of the school’s 1,881 students were absent on any given day, a number that would make it virtually impossible for school officials to personally call parents. m After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 635- 4488 from Chester Gap and Huntly (635 and 636 exchanges). R.F.P. IS > PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT FOLLOWING AREA STORES NOW STOCK “THE QUEEN OF LETTUCE" FRENCH ENDIVE-USA FRESHLY GROWN AND PACKED IN SPERRYVILLE, VIRGINIA Leesburg - Giant Food Manassas - Giant Food Warrenton - A & P - Jimmies - Main St Marshall - IGA 1 Flint HiU - Flint HQl Store - Settle’s Groceiy And most of the Giant Stores In the Washington and Baltimore areas. “A FIRST” IN THE USA Also obtainable from R.F.P. plant next to Indoor Antique Market (“Old” Rappahannock Farmers Co-op). For information caB703-987-8560 —Rappahannock News Photo/M May PRINCIPAL PAUL COGAR talks over the computer program with lab instructor Sheryl Haney. Haney uses 12 computers for teaching pupils in grades 6-8 at Prospect Heights Middle School in Orange, one of the nation’s model schools commended by President Reagan. early three times a year for ball games and dances, Cogar adds. In a rural county where most of the students are bused to school, few can return for evening extracurricular activities. But such gatherings are important to social development, Cogar says, and should be available for all the kids. An 8th grade student lounge with snack vending machines offers an informal meeting place for members. They must present their “earned responsibility” cards for admittance—and Cogar says so many students are demonstrating exceptional behavior in order to earn responsibility that the lounge will soon need to be enlarged. The lounge looks out on the courtyard with its gazebo, an extension of the “responsibility area.” Solitary Confinement While socializing is the reward for good behavior, isolation is the customary punishment. In-school suspension (ISS) remedies violations of school rules. In other schools students are practically rewarded with a vacation when they are suspended. But at Prospect Heights they are expected to report every day and go to the special ISS room located between the assistant principal’s office and the guidance office. During ISS students are assigned to individual study booths. They are supervised by specially trained instructors who see that they do all assigned class work while they also receive counseling. ISS students are totally isolated from their classmates during the entire school day. They only see each other on the bus. On a smaller scale, the “time-out booth” offers solitude for a student causing disruptions. The time-out is also spent near the guidance offices; counseling is always a step towards teaching the self-control that leads to self-discipline. Students are referred to the assistant principal for abusive lan What Is Orange Doing That We’re NOT? When U.S. Secretary of Education T. H. Bell searched the nation for “model” schools, he evaluated 396 top contenders according t<3 the “Nation at Risk” recommendations. Finally he selected 144—including Prospect Heights in Orange—that seemed to be doing the best job in 14 ways: 1. Clear academic and behavioral goals 2. Order and discipline 3. High expectations for students 4. Teacher efficacy-leadership qualities 5. Rewards and incentives for teachers and students 6. Positive school environment 7. Administrative leadership 8. Community support 9. Extent of concentration on academic learning time 10. Frequent and monitored homework 11. Regular and frequent monitoring of student progress 12. Well-structured curriculum 13. Variety of teaching strategies 14. Opportunities for student responsibility. Prospect Heights Principal Paul N. Cogar says the school isn’t doing anything new. Since 1971 Orange County school administrators have battled to turn around the school’s previously bad reputation. mm SMEBKON Awmem-m STIHLSM/ ANDKfc cvjVe when you buy the 16"0UAV kit the 18"028 Wxja Boss kit or the 20"032AV kit Heavy-duty Carrying Com i neyre me miasizea sa ws that handle the big Jobs. Now } ai Dig savings. iP FihHandh HWgt 8 01 StihJ Engine Oil fife ST/HL fttiriftUrptfi OH AV 42 AV SWAN'S m is ?01 4 fost Street (ulpcpn Phon<8;5 8i/l guage, defiant behavior or excessive aggressions— three offenses listed in the student handbook which are not tolerated in the classroom. Clear Expectations Students must know exactly what’s expected of them, Cogar says; And so the handbook is clear and complete. Cursing or defying any staff member results in an automatic and immediate referral to the assistant principal. Likewise fighting. Use of tobacco is not allowed anywhere in the building or on school property. To keep parents up to date on the progress of their children, the school sends out “letters of concern” in February and April. These letters notify students of any serious lack of progress or possibility of retention at the end of the year. Parents are held responsible for chronic truancy. Cogar says cases are referred to the school board for court action. Parents may be sued for neglect, Cogar said, adding that there is no doubt in his mind that a .parent who would deprive ,his child from attending one of the nation’s model schools is clearly neglectful. High Standards , Keeping discipline is not the means to an end, but simply a necessary step Jjfwards creating an environment conducive to learning. Kids can’t learn in an uproar. “The United States must be neutral in fact as well as in name . . . We must be impartial in thought as well as in action.” — Woodrow Wilson. Students at Prospect Heights are expected to learn a lot. Prospect Heights isn’t a school where children can get high grades by being good and getting along, Cogar says. They must demonstrate mastery of specific skills before they can pass. Report cards are issued four times a year with two sets of grades—there are separate marks for skills and for effort / cooperation. Teachers also send home interim reports to keep parents informed about the child’s progess. Each of these is sent halfway through each marking period at the discretion of the teacher. Parent conferences are encouraged at any point. Cogar says the teachers’ curriculum guide lists all the skills to be taught and items to test. He calls the concept “mastery learning”—a child must master each level of learning before he moves on to the next, an idea taken from “Bloom’s Taxonomy”. The learning must be permanent, not just absorbed until test time. “Regression" tests are given to see whether a student retains material from earlier in the unit. The student must be able to apply the material, not just memorize a series of facts. And that’s for a bare passing grade. “A”s and “B”s come to those who are capable of synthesis and evaluation. That goe.s beyond knowing that a noun is a “person, place or thing.” That goes beyond even writing ten sentences using nouns. It means judging r whether an author is using nouns effectively. And just what he means by the particular nouns he chooses. A student doesn’t move on to evaluation before he has mastered application. He doesn’t pass until he has mastered application. And Cogar believes that each child will pass. “We believe every child can learn,” he says. “We set high expectations and will not settle for less.” A child has no option to say “can’t” at Prospect Heights. And in the past seven years, the school’s average SRA scores have doubled, Cogar says. Structured Curriculum The curriculum is what the commission on excellence would call well-structured. The commission stresses computer sciences. Prospect Heights has 12 computers in the computer lab and one in the library. Each 8th grade student spends one semester under the guidance of computer lab teacher Sheryl Haney. (The other semester is spent in careers.) Then’s another computer in the elementary school for the rest of the 6th grade. The system also offers adult classes in computers. The commission placed importance on foreign language. Prospect Heights teaches four languages in 7th and 8th grades. The “exploratory” course offers nine weeks each of Latin, French, Spanish and German. Home economics, art, shop, band and other courses are offered besides the “basics.” In addition, a specially trained teacher supervises a program for students who have been identified as needing an absence of stress, Cogar says. Parents’ Help “Conflicts about homework have a negative effect on students and parental attitudes toward school,” is how a handbook for parents summarizes the “homework hassle.” This eight page pamphlet was prepared to teach parents how to supervise homework. Parents are notified in advance that teachers will assign 30 minutes of homework per night for each 6th grader, 60 minutes for each 7th grader an 90 minutes for each 8th grader. The entire household must be committed to a regular study schedule, says the brochure. During this quiet time there should be no television, no radio, no stereo and no friends visiting. If students say they have finished their assignments before the study time has elapsed, they should be made to spend the remaining quiet time doing extra reading. Parents should then spend 5-10 minutes checking the homework. “An internal reward system is developed in the student through the pride and concern parents show in their child’s school work,” the pamphlet concludes. In other words, excellence is its own best reward at Prospect Heights. 1 Warrenton Printing All Types of Printing • Announcements • Business Stationery I • Business Cards • Letterheads • Envelopes • Catalogues • Weddings • Tabloids • Shoppers • Brochures • Programs F ftappafjannocfe J}etos ' 675-3338 weekdays 8:30-5 ^703-987-8058 evenings & weekends IMPORTANT 2-DAY SAT., FEB. 4-11 A.M. ANTIQUE & ESTA TE AUCTION SUN., FEB. 5 -12 NOON Exhibition Fri.. Feb. 3.10 A.M. to 9 P.M. Both Days Will Be Fully Loaded - Antiques - Quality Items SATURDAY. FEB. «. 11 A.M. - Selling Contend o( Estates and Homes Irom Pittsburg. Pa N Arlington Va Washington D C Charlottesville Va and Others PARTIAL LISTING ■ Outstanding Cherry Etagere Beautiful Large Walnut Victorian ,Glass Door Bookcase Very Fine Walnut Victorian Marble Top Hall Stand Walnut and Cherry Comer Cupboards - 2 Victorian Parlor Suites Oak Larkin Desk and Fine Chest Nice Antique Mahogany Chippendale Slant Front Desk Outstanding Rose wood Marble Top Dresser and Other Marble Top Dressers Nice Victorian Solas Cherry Cradle Governor Winthrop and Spinel Desks Matble Top Table Fine Unusual LadiesParlor Chairs and Rockets. Excellent Mahogany Henkel Harris Dining Room Suite Signed Salvador Dali Entitled Sunrose Serenade Lamps Cut Glass Good Ail Glass Bowl Signed Tiffany Sterling Nut Dishes Prints and Frames Over 150 Pieces Glassware and China Onenlal Rugs 14K Gold Jewelry Dolls Collectibles Plus Much Much More. SUNDAY, FEB. 5 StdrtillQ 12 NOON (And Lasting Well Into the Eventual -We Will Sell The Contents ol the lames C. Shipe Estate of Waterloo Street Warrenton. Va This LARGE and VERY FINE Estate will be Sold on Sun Feb 5 Due To The SIZE and QUALITY ol This Estate No Other Items Will Be Added To This Auction a JAMES C.SHIPE ESTATE ONLY ON SUNDAY See PhotOS By order of Juliett C. Wampler. Executrix HIGHLIGHTS - Signed Antique Mahogany Grandfather* Clock. Ca 1820 Large Antique Dry Sink. Ca 1820 Antique Pine Dovetailed Blanket Chest Ca 1700 1810 Antique Ctecorated Settle 2 Antique Decorated Nanny Rocking Benches Walnut Victorian 6 Drainer Sldelock Chest Ca 1870 Acom Post Rope Bed Ca 1830 3 Fine Walnut Victorian Oval Marble Top Tables. Ca. 1865-80 Walnut 6-Leg Wide Drop Leal Table. Ca 1830-40 Antique Walnut Server Ca 1850 Several Walnut Victorian Side Chain (Needlepoint & Velvet Upholsteiy) Fancy Large Mirrored Back Etagere Walnut Victonan Ladies & Gentleman s Chairs Ca 1870 Antique Hand Painted French Desk 6 Leg Mahogany Wide Drop Leal Table with Bel Flower Inlay Comer Washstand Small lirlaid French 3 Drawer Stand Childs Chairs Stack Tables Pt Cherry Tall Poet Twin Beds Pr Matching Mahogany Tal Ruled Post Beds (1 Double & 1 Twinl Pr Matching Mahogany Carved Post Double Beds Antique Decorated Cane Seat Youth Chair - Small Grandfather Clock Walnut Comer Cupboard Made by Ralph Appleton Large Painted Hoosier Style Kitchen Cupboard with Flour Sifter - Several Chests - Plus Many More Pieces of Furniture Over 500 Pieces (All From This Estate) ol China Glassware Lamps Silvet Frames. Etc Including Set Sterimg Silver Flatware (Rosepoint Pattern by Wallace Service For 8 Plus Other Pieces) 3-Pc Fancy Dresden Clock & Candelabra Set French. German. Austrian English China Nippon R S Prussian Crystal Stemware Epergne Silver Lustre Pattern Glass Sugar & Creamer. Pitchers Covered Compotes Vases. Bowls. Platters. Trays, etc Hand Painted China - Hunt Scene Plates Large Set China with 23K Gold Trips - Other China with 22K Gold Thm Many Bisque and Porcelain Rguresand Figunnes CenterPieces Ivory Miniatures Rus Much Much More 3 Victorian Han»ng Lamps Pi Cranberry Prisim Lamps Banquet and Piano Lamps (Bradley & Hubbard, etc I Several Other Lamps Over 25 Nice Deep Well Walnut Framed Prints - Hunt Pnnts - Oil Paintings, etc Tremendous 2-Piece Unusual Jardlncte Set (Base Has Large Full-Bodied Winged Griffin and Jardinere Has Large Rams Heads on Both Sides) Also Large Signed Weller Jardinere Blue Decorated Crock Signed H.C Smith Alex DC Many Antique Semi Arftiques Oriental Rugs Also Hooked Rugs and Others Room Sile Runners Scatter Etc l-arge Lot Linens Quilts Spreads ■ Elc. No Reserves - No Minimum* - No Buyers Premium Term*: Cash. Check. 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NTRY LI Church Activities Trinity Episcopal January 29 - February 2 Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Epiphany IV No 8 a.m. service Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Prayer 11 a.m. Bible study 9:30 a.m. Choir Rehearsal 7:30 p.m. Washington Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Steven ,\. Scoggin Office Phone: 675-3336 January 29 - February 1 Sunday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study on the Gospel of John, 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome Adult Choir practice 7 p.m. Singers At Mt. Salem The Truth Singers from Warrenton will present a program at Mt. Salem Baptist Church near Washington on Friday, February 3 at 7 p.m. This is the regular monthly hymn praise service and everyone is invited. St. Peter Catholic Mission Old School Annex Washington, Va. Rev. .Maurice du Castillon, C.I.C.M. HOLY MASSES: Daily. Sundays: Holv Da vs: 8:30 a.m.. rectory 9a.ni. and 11 a.m. (Sung) 9 a.m. and 7 D.m. Sunday School: In the rectory after 9 a.m. Mass. Amissville Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Joseph Stirman, Jr. Phone:937-4728 January 29 - February 2 Sunday: \\ cdnesday: Tlmrsdav: Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 11 a.m. Church Training 6 p.m. Evening Worship 6:45 p.m. Prayer meeting and Bible study 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Practice 7:30 p.m. Daily Bible Readings January 2V - February 4 Sunday: Mi unlay: Iuesday: \\ • dnesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Psalm 99 Matthew 22: 1-12 Luke 14: 15-24 Psalm 102:11-28 1 Kings 21 John 20: 19-29 Ecclesiastes 12 14-4 ItWOrRs for you! Happatjannnck Hews Classified Ads Work Call 675-3349 To place your ad . i Today! Marriage Solemnized John L. May and Jean Mildred Bruce were united in marriage on Monday, January 23, 1984, in a 4 o’clock double ring ceremony which was performed by Rev. Merlin Shorb at his home. Miss Bruce is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Earl Bruce of Washington. Mr. May is the son of Mrs. Edith Buttner of Culpeper and the late Abraham Davis May. Mr. May is a farm laborer. The couple is residing in Rappahannock. Birth Announced Mr. and Mrs. David D. Bliss of Yokota Air Base, Japan announce the birth of a daughter, Kellie Elizabeth, on December 29, 1983, at the Yokota AB Hospital. Kellie’s grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Bliss of Lewisburg, Ohio and Mr. and Mrs. Murphy J. Reid of Castleton. Mrs. Frances Reid of Culpeper is the great-grandmother. Mr. and Mrs. Bliss have a son, Aaron, who is almost three. Two Named To Dean s List Two students from Rappahannock have been named to the Dean’s List at James Madison University for the fall semester. Steven L. Hensley of Castleton and Anthony M. Armentrout of Woodville both achieved a grade point average of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale while carrying a course load of at least 14 hours. The Rappahannock News is your community paper. Subscribe for just $8 a year in Rappahannock and adjoining counties. PARK THEATRE | MATMEE I Mi Dm. CHRSTMEmrall double feature He'S bacfcl MKMVMOUWMICKEYS CHRISTMAS CAROL" Fimily Fun 7 P.M. mw Mnnoreo FKrmuT^jO —Rappahannock News Photo/M. May FRANCES EASTON fashions a curly coiffure at the Beauty Boutique. News From Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS Rappahannock News Correspondent Phone 987-8802 Freddie Butler and Mr. and Mrs. Nick Peneranda were recent guests of Mrs. Peneranda’s father, J. Stant Weaver was Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Fincham and Peggy, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Cave and Tonya and Paul Fincham of Leon were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Lamb and sons at Reva. Penny Peyton won first place award in the Sons of Revolution Orientation contest held at Holiday Inn on Saturday and on Sunday she spent the day in Manassas. Sunday gues of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan were Miss Linda Lam of Luray and Bill Duncan of Front Royal. ^ Charlene Humphrey was a Wednesday and Thursday guest of Michele Frazier. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hopkins of Remington and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hensley were Sunday guests of Mrs. Gladys Schlosser at “Fox Hill”. Robert Thornhill of Vienna spent Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cary Thornhill. Robert Van Nostrand of Alexandria visited Mr. and RCA XL-100 19” RCA 19'haaoml XLrlOO MMMFIR4S0 Roommate” color tv witn SlgnaLock electronic tuning You gM brilliant color performance. plus tho convenience and reliability of electronic tuning—aM at a value price. Deluxe feeturee include: RCA SetoctWMon* VldeoOtoc Playir Bring the magic home on RCA's SelecUA/tsion VidaoOiac System. RCA VideoOiscs offer tha boat in movies, concerts, sports, plus much more. And tha RCA VidaoOiac Player brings It all to life—right in your living room. It connects to any TV sot, and it s sealer to use man a record player RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS* COOPERATIVE Sowryvllte M7-6666 BOSTON Mrs. Ray Frazier and children and F. R. Frazier on Sunday. Mrs. Charlie Dodson and other members of her family make regular trips to visit her brother, Charles Brown, ■ who is very ill at the Cul-. peper Health Care Center. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Fincham and Donna were Saturday guests of Miss Carol S. Fincham in Culpeper. Robbie Brown spent several days last week with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hensley at “Rocky Top”. Mrs. Oral Payne was a Monday guest of Mrs. Florence Huffman in Culpeper. Drama Interns Sought The Fredericksburg Theater Company will operate its student apprenticeship program in June and July for young persons interested in various aspects of theater arts. High school seniors and college students are eligible for the eight-week session. The company provides housing for apprentices and tuition scholarships . In addition a weekly stipend is paid to cover living expenses. Further information and application forms may be obtained by writing the Fredericksburg Theater Company, Box 1752, College Station, Fredericksburg 22402, or by calling 3717488. Amissville Business Beat: New Beauty Shop Blooming: Frances Easton has lived in Huntly for about ten years and was doing hair out of her home for a few regular customers when she decided to open up a shop in Amissville. Located in the Moore Building on Route 211 next to the trailer park, the Amissville Beauty Boutique opened in October. Frances says she has several regulars now, some coming from as far as Front Royal for her hair styles. What does she do best? “Good cuts,” she says, “I do very good cuts.” Then she hesitates. “I do good everything,” she says with a twinkle in her eye. “Why should I specify anything?” From “eyebrows” to “wings” she does a lot of everything. The price list showing her various abilities is about three feet long — and the prices below most. Haircuts $5, shampoo and set $6.50, permanents from $20-$30. Originally from Woodbridge, Frances received her training at the Pink Puff Beauty School in that city. A couple of years ago she went to the Winchester Beauty School for a refresher course. She has ten years experience as a beautician. The “receptionist” at the Beauty Boutique is husband Charles. He’s a business management major at Lord Fairfax. The Eastons also sell silver and turquoise jewelry at the Beauty Boutique that they brought back from a three week long trip out West last summer. They have many unusual pieces chosen from the Arizona Indian reservations, again at prices below most. The Beauty Boutique also features what well might be the largest assortment of Valentines in Rappahannock County — and in plenty of time for sweethearts to make the perfect selection. News From Castle toil By MICHELE MAY Rappahannock News Correspondent 937-4031 Stevan and Margarite Nikolajevic report a particularly gala weekend. They went to Crystal City to see Priscilla Alden, Wellington Domas for lunch and tea with Arthur and Chantal Bolstein. Also they attended a party in D.C. last Saturday given by Clothile DeMilleret-Bames. Then took son Alex and daughter-in-law Keri to dinner. Son Paul Nikolajevic is spending the week in the retreat center in Syria, they say. He went for the winter rest and renewal weekend and intends to stay longer. All of the above was much more satisfying for the Nikolajevic family than the events reported from those who stayed in Castleton on Sunday. Their social news consists of what David Konick calls “just obits for the Redskins.” Mary Tauss says even her aunt Barbara Stillman from Florida was disappointed in the score—the only marring aspect of her trip. She eiyoyed visiting Philadelphia, Castleton and Culpeper and returned home Monday. Mary’s mother Virginia Bertram had gone back to Oakton on Saturday. Judy and Tracy Hitt watched the Redskins game with Gene and Donna Fisher, Wayne and Lewis. Everybody needed cheering up after that. (By the way Tracy’s birthday is coming up on February 7. She’ll be a big eight.) Milton Switzer says the people who turned out to the program at Hope Hill Sunday night enjoyed meeting The Goettes Family and hearing about their missionary work in the Phillippines, but there were only about 25 people there. He blamed the weather partly—but “some were glued to the ’Skins game, too,” he supposed. He took the Goettes family home for refreshments after the meeting and so they could meet Mrs. Switzer. She’s “doing very well” after her recent hert atack, he says, but wasn’t able to get to the church for the program. On Sunday afternoon Aunt Michele ended up at a HUNT COUNTRY HOME HEALTH 1066 Hastings Lane Warrenton, Virginia 22186 We Make Home Visits We Can Provide: Skilled Nursing Munir Hrallh Aide Physical Therapy Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy Medical Social Worker laboratory Testing Nutritional Ser\ice» Homemaker Service* All insurances accepted. Joanne Shively, RN, Director (703) 347-4774 meeting at Gid Brown Bible Church to hear Jerry & Betty Mundy’s special singing presentation. Waverly and Lillian Frazier also attended. Our favorite “Big K” dejay Joe Boucher was on the radio Sunday—that’s right—and no, he doesn’t have to work weekends anymore. Del Davidson offered him an enormous amount of money to take the shift so Del could watch the game. Joe thinks he got the better end of that deal even if it was cold. Pat Helmer says it w®h’t as cold as everybody told her it was going to be when she went to Massanutten Friday to ski with 28 children and a dozen adults. It was a delightful Girl Scout outing with spectacular sporting conditions. On Saturday Pat and Richard went to Richmond to the Virginia Museum Theater to se “The Perfect Gentleman.” They also stopped and saw Wendy at school and took her out to lunch, pat described the day as “great! cold—but nice.” The cold has continued the winter vacation for Castleton children. Martha Kidwell says her girls got in a little sleigh riding last week. And while Martha’s been home from her job at the elementary school, she says she's accomplished quite a bit ot sewing and housework. Mr. and Mrs. George Kidwell, Sr. came over from Amissville Sunday to watch the Super Bowl—oh, but we’ve already exhausted that subject. We wouldn’t dare to bore you. For as Aunt Michele says, “When I am dead, let it be said, her sins were scarlet, but her columns was read.” Yeah, she stole that quote from a writer named Belloc; he died in 1953—he won’t be needing it anymore* Talk to you next week! College Invites Student Visits High school students interested in learning about Shenandoah College and Conservatory of Music in Winchester may visit the campus and meet the faculty on Feb. 4, ShenandoahV" regularly scheduled information day. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. A slide presentation will be shown and faculty members will speak. Students may tour the campus and those interested in performing arts majors may complete their audition requirements. The college director of financial aid will be available to meet privately with students and parents. Students wishing to attend the program should contact the admissions office at 667-8714, Ext. 430. Additional information days will be held March 10 and April 7. APPRAISAL DAY Sun., Jan. 29 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. FREE VERBAL APPRAISAL DAY (written appraisal available) for customers who have a single item or several items they may wish to consign for either a catalogue or Victorian auction (Photos will do for a large item) Expert appraiser will be on hand for FURNITURE PAINTINGS JEWELRY ORIENTAL RUGS SILVER PORCELAINS BRONZES FIREARMS & MOST OTHER CATEGORIES LAWS AUCTION 7209 Centreville Rd. (Rt. 28) Manassas. Va. 703-361-3148 Metro: 631-0590 FOOT FACTS by Dr. Bruce Vogel “Aerobic Exercise and Your Feet" Whether it is jazzercize, dancercize, jogging or any other aerobic activity that is being performed it is important to protect your feet from becoming painful. A well functioning foot works as a spring so you can jump, a swivel for you to rotate, and it works as a shock absorber most importantly. To prevent injury, good shoes that have a nigh shock absorbing quality are important. If you must perform routines without shoes there is a higher chance of injury. Be aware of lingering aches and pains and treat them promptly. Stress fractures of the metatarsal bones are common. If your feet are hurting you, think of: Rest-Ice-Compression (wrapping)-Elevation. Without healthy feet, it is difficult to nave a healthy body. Dr. Bruce I. Vogel* D.P.M., F.A.C.F.S. 8353 Sudley Road Manassas, Va 22110 368-7166 Medical-Dental Building Warrenton, Va 22180 347-9593

Flint Hill Area Notes By POLLY N. AYLOR Rappahannock New. Correspondent Phone P87-8136 The Flint Hill Home Extension Club met on Tuesday with Mrs. Flo Duvall. Thjft group made plans for the coming year. Those present were Margaret Muter, Alice Pullen, Polly Payne, Barbara Gentry, Ellen Mustoe, Russie Miller, Shirley Foster, Ertha Corbin and Sandra Jenkins. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Butler and sons of Front Royal spent the weekend with the latter’s mother, Mrs. Wade Pullen. Mrs. Ethel Pullen returned to her home last Thursday after spending two weeks with Mr. and Mrs. Stan Sadowaski and Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Pullen at Norfolk. Mrs. Barbara Gentry attended an executive board meeting of Post Masters Association at Roanoke over the weekend. Bobby Smoot of Culpeper was a Saturday dinner guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Smoot. Thursday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson were Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard and Clyde Lillard. Mrs. Herbert Foster, Chris Foster and Angela Facehina of Amissville were guests on Sunday of Mrs. Delores Corbin and sons at Hartwood. Mrs. Guy Foster, Sr. was a Friday overnight guest of her daughter, Mrs. Mary Beumer and Mr. Beumer at Manassas. Mrs. Beumer accompanied her home and spent the weekend. Visiting on Sunday with Mrs. Robert Nethers were Charles Corder, Jr. Mrs. Helen Coffey and Mrs. Polly Aylor and Heather. John B. Browning of Charlottesville spent the weekend with his mother, Mrs. John S. Brbwning. Dr. and Mrs. Edgar$rpwning of Charlottesville wfcre Friday dinner guests of their mother at the Comer Post. Mrs. Louise McCulloch of Fairfax spent a couple days last week with her mother, Mrs.. .Moffett Brady. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Crane of Lanham, Md. spent from Thursday until Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Brady. Saturday dinner guess of Mrs. Ethel Pullen were Mr. and Mrs. Peri McCaffrey, Kelly and Chris of Sterling Park and Mr. and Mrs. Don Nagle of Springfield. Keith Kinsey of Front Royal was a weekend guest of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huff. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Smoot of Bath, South Carolina were Monday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Reid Payne and family. Amissville Personals By EDIE FISHBACK Rappahannock News Correspondent Phone 937-4910 Not much news this week but a little bit. If you have any news items please call Edie Fishback at 9374910 before 8:30 p.m. Monday. F. L. Bowey was the speaker at a two-day commemoration of the 203rd anniversary of the Revolutionary War Battle of Cowpens at the Cowpens National Battlefield at Gaffney, S. C. Mr. and Mrs. Bob LaPlanche of Westminister, MD, spent several days recently with Mr. and Mrs. Bowey. Mr. and Mrs. Ottie Ralls of Warrenton were also recent visitors of the Boweys. Rev. Steve Parker and Jamsley Dennis were recent visitors of Mrs. Julia Poe. Jerry Pullen of Sperry - ville was a Monday evening dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs, Doug Ricketts and Stacey. Mr. and Mrs. Ricketts and daughter were Saturday visitors of Mr- and Mrs. Tommy Walter and fapyly at Sperryville.... \ Now ybu can buy the top for your wedding cake through our printing catalogue. The ladies in the Rappahannock News business office can help you with all your wedding printing needs. Q. Earl Yancey, C.PJl. Box 135. Vicwt«nm,Vx. 11746 703-937-SS39 Full range of accounting services Including: • Tax Preparations • Audits • Management Advisory Sening Rappahannock and surrounding area since 1973 USE REPORT OF FEDERAL FUNDS as authorized by the STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1972, as amended, (general revenue sharing) FEDERAL REVENUE SHARING A complete copy of the Survey of Federal General Revenue Sharing Expenditures and supporting data for the fiscal year July 1, 1982 to June 30, 1983 1s available atthe Clerk of the Circuit Court's Office, Washington, Virginia during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for public Inspection. lerk of the Circuit Court Title Signature (703) 675-3621 Telephone Nusber I Date Out Of The Attic —Photo Courtesy of Pauline Bruce OLD SCHOOL DAYS — The 1928 sophomore class at Sperryville High School donned their Sunday best for their school picture. They are (left to right, front seated) Mildred Nethers, Pauline Hawkins Bruce, (rear seated) Elizabeth Menefee Rivercomb, Ethel Spicer Grammar, (girls standing) Pansy Frazier, Kitty Hisle Smith, Merril Rivercomb, Margaret Estes Deavers, Jane Schwartz Erving, Lucy Cannon, Billie Schwartz, (boys, left to right) George Hawkins, Irvin Campbell, Woodrow Coughlin, John Quaintance, Gordon Hawkins, Robert Hawkins and Ralph Hawkins. * News From The Washington Area By BARBARA C. BURKE Rappahannock New* Staff Phone 675-3349 Record breaking cold temperatures have certainly played a part in everyone’s social life, causing them to stay close by the home fires. However, the best part of January has to be when the flower and vegetable seed catalogs start to arrive. A little early planning can do wonders for your gar* S den and it is truly a delight trying to decide which tomato, cucumber, bean, lettuce or corn variety is the best. My favorite is trying to select a new pepper, watermelon, cantaloupe, beet, radish or carrot. - And of 'course we can never forget those flowers, whether it be snapdragons, sunflowers, zdnnas, asters, mums, marigolds or dozens of others in all of their brilliant display of color. A nice flowering hedge, lilac bush, dogwood, pussy willow or ivy vine always adds charm and makes a yard breathtaking. So, on a cold day, get a catalog, place an order and wait for spring to arrive. And now to the entertainers of the week. Houseguests of Mr. and Mrs. George Bain for the weekend were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Griffey, Jeremy and Danielle of Manassas. Dr. and Mrs. Mervyn Jeffries and family from Bethesda, Md. spent the weekend here at their cottage. Mr. and Mrs. Rex'Lfridstrom spent last week at Hilton Head, South Catalina^ while Ms. Martha Alther of Front Royal housesitting for them. Mrs. Jean B. Moffett who spent two weeks with .the Page Moffett family in Deesburg returned home on Friday. Due to severe illness in the family Mrs. Moffett left on Monday to spend the week with the Page Moffetts. On Sunday, Mrs. Moffett will leave for York, Maine to spend the month of February with her son-inlaw and daughter, LCI)R and Mrs. Craig Welling and family. Saturday luncheon News From Woodville By JUNE CLARK Rappahannock News Correspondent Phone SK7-8K27 Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Ada Burke and Mrs. Maggie Grigsby were Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Grigsby and Rena and Mrs. Pat Compton and Melissa, all of Castleton, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bayne and daughters, Melissa and Michelle of Culpeper and Mrs. Alice Grigsby of Flint Hill. [ Foreign & American I Car Repairs 8 Specializing in 8 German & Japanese I Made Cars Jack’s I Service Center 30 Ashby Street Warrenton 347-3785^N Mr. and Mrs. Lester Deal of Sperryville were Thursday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Wayland. Gerhard Frank of Ptorzheim, Germany was a dinner guest on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. James Manwaring, Gina and Lisa. Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Johnson and Ruth Rowles returned home on Friday after a visit in Gainesville, Florida and Crescent Beach, Fla. Victor Taylor and children, Paige and Bemie of Rixeyville were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Clark and Misty Hitt. guests oi me ivirs. tmaries C. Burke were her son-inlaw and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. John Metzger jf Lorton. Cletus Burke of Front Royal was an afternoon visitor. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Peneranda were Monday supper guests of her father, J. Stant Weaver. Fred Butler of Boston visited Mr. Weaver on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Ledhard Campbell wer£ Sunday luncheon guests of the latter’s brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Lockheart in Front Royal. Mr. Lockheart has been very sick and at the present time has pneumonia. Jimmie Foster and Dot Foster of Woodville were Saturday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Jenkins and Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Campbell. Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins spent Saturday evening in Winchester. Remember the senior citizens at this time of the year. Volunteer to run an errand, get their mail, clean their sidewalk or go to the store. They will appreciate your kindness. Little Amanda Kay Cladc Celebrated her ; third, birthday oh Sundays She ik the daughter ' of Mr. and Mrs. John Clark, Jr. and was given a party on Saturday. In additional to her brother, Stacey, guests included Sally and Lainie Morgan, Alice Beahm, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Pullen and Debra. Monday evening visitors of Mrs. Mary E. Burke were Eugene Burke and Eddie of Front Royal. THE RECbVERY ROOM front Royals Medical Equipment and Oxvqen Supplier 10 to 5 Monday thru Friday & 10 to 3 Saturday FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Friday. January 27. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. January 28. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. NANCY HUDSON, Pattern Care Coordinator SPECIALS Dual Head Stethoscope $5 00 Self Taking Blood Pressure Kits $23 99 Digital Blood Pressure, originally $78.00 - now $53 00 REGISTER FOR FREE DOOR PRIZE 124 E. Main St., Front Royal 635-7464 Get that lovely early tan! SPRING RATES FROM $13oo Our FREE travel package contain* brochure* and informatioh on: Daily • Motel* • Restaurant* • Golf Course* j • Retail Store* • Map* • Entertainment ^ Write: Myrtle Beach Area Accommodations, P.O. Box 100, Dept.VA33 Myrtle Beach, SC 29578 Name Address City-State Zip Approximate arrival date . BURKE’S STORE Woodville, VA. 987-8814 Specials Thursday, Friday, Saturday ■ Fireside Fig Bars___.2 b* *1.49 White House Apple Juice;..32«. 79* StarkistTuna_jv/m., on or m* 89* , Lipton Cup of Soup.„.. „.79* j Kraft Mayonnaise....3201 *1.69 Bounty Towels--jumbo 79* l CharminTissue... «ro«s*1.19 f Kleenex Tissues_isocountM.15 [ Kraft American IW r Sliced Cheese_ 1201.*1.69 Valleydale No. 1 Bacon-1.59 RCCola.-__now, m. *1.19 PRODUCE Red Grapes_it 69* Potatoes_10**1.85 FRESH MEAT COUNTER Smithfield Smoked Picnics-1189* Upcoming Fvpnts Dr. Zhivago Is Featured RAAC’s film this weekend will be Dr. Zhivago. An Academy Award winning movie based on Boris Pasternak’s Nobel prize winning novel on the Russian Revolution, it stars Omar Sharif and Julie Christie. Show times at the Gay Street Theater in Washington are 8 p.m. on Friday night and 7 p.m. on Sunday. Dulcimer Workshop Set The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) will hold a dulcimer workshop on February 4 from 9:30 to 3 at Blackwater Creek Homestead near Boston. Participants will build a dulcimer in the morning and learn to play it in the afternoon. RAAC recommends this as a joint project for children and parents or grandparents, couples, teachers, beginning and experienced musicians. Cost is $10 for RAAC members and $15 for non-members plus $20 for the cardboard dulcimer kit. For additional information, call 5473405 or 675-3193. Opera Highlighted Selections from French operas will be the focus of the annual Opera Evening on Saturday, January 28, at 8:30 p.m. in Armstrong Auditorium at Shenandoah College and Conservatory, Winchester. The Voice Department of the Conservatory will present the program which will highlight works spanning three centuries of music. The first half of the concert will consist of arias, duets, and trios by Lully, Bizet, Massenet, Gounod, Tchaikovsky and Charpentier. Excerpts from Offenbach’s “Tales of Hoffman” will begin the second half. The concert is free and open to the public. Production Moved Shenandoah College and Conservatory’s annual opera evening will be held on January 28 in Goodson Recital Hall in Winchester at 7 p.m. instead of in Armstrong Auditorium at 8:30 p.m. as announced earlier. Southern Literary Renaissance Topic For Library The Fauquier and Loudoun County Public Libraries are sponsoring a 10-part lecture-discussion series on The Southern Library, naissance and Beyond, starting Feb. 6. Scholars and writers from Virginia colleges and universities will lecture and lead discussions on selected works by Southern authors from the 19208 to the present, in the third series funded by the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities and Public Policy. Beginning with the series on The Southern Woman: Myth and Reality, the library’s programs have gained a reputation for excellence and have become models for similar events around the state. For this new series the Loudoun County Public Library is joining the Fauquier Library to bring the programs to Middleburg. Beginning Feb. 6 at the John Barton Payne Building in Warrenton, the lectures will be held in Warrenton and at the Community Center in Middleburg on alternate Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to read the books to be discussed before each session. They will be available for loan at the participating libraries and paperback editions will be sold at the sessions Feb. 6 and 13 and afterwards at the Paperback Book Store in Middleburg. Richard Bausch of George Mason University will give the keynote address Feb. 6 in Warrenton and Feb. 13 in Middleburg. On Feb. 20 David Wyatt from the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities and Public Policy will speak in Warrenton on William Faulkner’s The Unvanquished. Moving to Middleburg Feb. 27, Peter Wirth, University of Virginia, will discuss All The King’s Men by Robert Penn Warren. In Warrenton March 5, Ann Fisher, University of Virginia, will speak on several stories by Flannery . O’Connor, and March 12, in Middleburg, Stephen H. Goodwin, George Mason University, will discuss Let Us Now Praise Famous Men, by James Agee. Walker Percy’s The Second Cpming will be the topic of Suzanne Jones, University 6f Virginia, March 19 in Marrehton. The Killing Ground, by Mary Lee Settle. will be discussed March 26 in Middleburg. Elizabeth Baer, Sweet Briar College, will speak on The Color Purple, by Alice Walker, April 2 in Warrenton, and the series concludes April 3 with an examination of Truman Capote stories by Helen Garson. George Mason University. In funding these literary programs, the Virginia Foundation is carrying out a 10-vear commitment to working with public libraries to establish humanities programs for adults. Its core is the humanities—the discovery, interpretation and criticism of literature. The theme of the coming series is explained by Allen Tate in The New Provincialism: “With the War of 19141913, the South reentered the world—but gave a backward glance as it stepped over the border: that backward glance gave us the Southern renascence, a literature conscious of the j)ast in the present.” And the Foundation feels that libraries, a natural place for seminars and public discussions, give citizens an opportunity to discover the best books and the best ideas. To register for the series interested persons may call the Fauquier Library in Warrenton at 347-3401 or the Thomas Balch Library in Leesburg at 777-0323. Crafts Guild Planned An arts and crafts guild, sponsored by the Fauquier County Parks and Recreation Department, will form soon in Warrenton. According to Recreation Supervisor Don Kuse, the guild will be open to anyone wishing to promote his or her talent through instruction, exhibitions and other programs. Department officials hope to hold art shows and photographic exhibitions for both profession and amateur artisans. , x An organizational meeting will be held Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. at Fauquier High School. People interested in joinina the guild should attend. J * For further information contact Mr. Kuse at the department (14 Main St.) or call 347-8630/8631. v

Choral Society Begins Rehearsals The Choral Society of Culpeper will begin rehearsals for its spring season on Monday, Jan. 30, 7:45 p.m. at the Culpeper Presbyterian Church, 215 S. Main St. in Culpeper. There are openings for new members. Men or women who are familiar with singing four-part music will be considered. In early May the 40-voice chorus will present a Pops Concert fea turing popular music of the 1920s thru 1960s. Now in its 12th year, the choral society had a standing-room-only audience at its annual Christmas concert in December, the group is noted for its fine presentations sacred music. For further information about being a singer or a patron call Robert Fuqua, president, at 547-337’. The Final Tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME "The Home Of Thoughtful Service” PHONE 825-2361 CULPEPER CEMETERY MEMORIALS (PbituarUa Blanche Robinson Baptist Churchwoman Mrs. Blanche Virginia Robinson of Brandy Station, died Tuesday, January 17, 1984, at Culpeper Health Care Center. A native of Rappahannock County, Mrs. Robinson was a member of the Nazareth Baptist Church at Boston. She was a housewife. Survivors include her step-mother, Mrs. Virgie M. Brown of East Orange, New Jersey; two brothers, David Brown of Woodville and Charles Brown of Amissville and a sister, Mrs. Sadie B. Curtis of East Orange, New Jersey. Funeral services were conducted at the Nazareth Baptist Church at Boston on Sunday by the Rev. Howard Frye of Huntly. Burial was in the family section of the church cemetery at Boston. W. C. Thompson Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Wade E. Jenkins County Native Wade Elwood Jenkins, 69, of Fredericksburg, died Sunday, January 22, 1984, at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg. A native of Rappahannock County, he was the son of the late Robert and Gertrude Burke Jenkins. Survivors include four daughters, Miss Ruby Mae Jenkins, Mrs. Florence Ann Rose and Mrs. Mabel Virginia Delph, all of Fredericksburg and Mrs. Martha Gayle Baldridge of Nokesville; a son, James Richard Jenkins of Fredericksburg; 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Nora Jenkins of Finksburg, Md., Mrs. Lena Jenkins and Mrs. Elizabeth Curtis, both of Culpeper and three brothers, Robert Jenkins and Boot Jenkins, both of Culpeper and James Jenkins of Gordonsville. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday at Geest-Johnson Funeral Home in Culpeper. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery. Rappahannock Business & Service Directory Call 675-3349 to Place Your Ad! Only $2.65 per week for a 1 inch space! Call about our combination rates with The Fauquier Democrat, The Clarke Courier, Loudoun Times-Mirror, and The Reston Times 13 WEEK CONTRACT Next Deadline Wednesday, January 25 DONALD REED CHANDLER AIA ARCHITECT iftmr WILL VIRGINIA 226? 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Va. 22002 SCHOOL OF DESIGN WTMl.VA.aH7 0 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION WEEKEND COURSES DONALD CHANOLER, AIA, DIRECTOR Custom Draperies, large sefectonY i of decorator fabrics wafipaper floor! f coverings Kirsch hardware Winds/ ^custom upholstery 1 Diamonds aWeddtnd Banda dam Rinat • Antique tewafcy (Vatry's Best Priott) MMk'iliwferbdm|i IMLIhkILrMIftAVa. CuMtotn Htpafmg Door On Prtmhw Medical Equipment The Recovery Room Madfcal Equpmani For Salt or Rant HcmptatBm* m-tcha**. Can— Hoft-Fri 10lolSaLf9aJii.lo3p.iii. 636-7464 600-362-3712 (Va.) 24 Hr Sarvna 124 E Man St Front Royal. Va 1-r Va 743-4116—_ MILLER OPTICIANS formerly Mayo Opticians 702 South Main St. Culpeper, VA. NOW OPEN SATURDAYS 825-5600 xpert Pump Installatioi i and Repair Service now available at CuttpaFamn Coop, Inc. •""4 fuiptpw, v*. aas,x>oa <ALY< <>l_,vn REALTOR \hL I" lt\l .itwJ i \/»<x' \«<ur [H<tfKTt\ mi \<< \ .i . • <tn|*t«UT C Ktnrrioti I ),ibi Hum. , hi .ki.ii Lk*d M/„N /rKTCiLVi! » Vn»Mirt irw.iri. .ii»' Miiirfvi <i| PkiEmific iiiul f.iii ./m.’ MiiiiifiL Emm*; Vttho RAPP A H A.\ \« A k >kEN HERE IUAJHA HATCHELDER. Kh \i r< >k i i.i\ Si uJuiii5<<n. Vii *7S '777 Ktx HARPER’S REFINISHING General Retinishmg all types of furniture Rick Harper Harpers Run SperryviJIe Va 987-8291 Licensed Dealer WOOD-THOUGHTS of R*pp*hannock Co. I Re finishing Antiques § Repair Shadow& Touch-up Bones B7 tUL 231 'StSSA IflU Patrick Foster Contractor CarpeMryM Pointing Washington, Virginia 675-3757 estauranl , $*' && #■ ' •••••': Gotten Coral Fatty StakHoaet 01 Wastum Start' Front Royal. VA ^ jorin warren [jM Partner Manager GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE NOW OPEN! 891 Willis Lane Culpeper, Va. Next to the Hohdey Inn 825-5888 Gary Moon Partner/Manager Warrenton Printing Eappaljannotfe Jietos 675-3338 weekdays 8:30-5 703-987-8058 evenings & weekends BROWER’S TV RCA and Magnavox Sales & Service •Service On Mo«t Makes Televisions • Stereos • Phonos •Antenna Installation & Repair VISA Master Charge 347-1119 Grayston* TV ft Appliance Sales and Sendee RCA Channel Master Antennas & Sateite Dishes Whirlpool & Maytag Appliances Banco, VA. I23-42M Mister Sweeper 507 E. Main St Fnatlffal Uf-SMl Sale - New and Used Service aD makes ROOM SERVICES, INC. floor a HKf camttgi m*d*KTcarpfts 118 South MiM St Cmpifwr.VA. (703)825 3550 FKEEESraMTE5 E.N. Montague Former School Board Chairman E.N. Montague of Sperryville died Tuesday evening, January 24, 1984, at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. He was 83. A native of Washington, D.C., he and his wife, the former Frances Newman who died here in 1979, brought property in the county in 1952 and were weekend and summer residents until 1962 when they settled full time at their home, Manahoc, in Jenkins Hollow. Mr. Montague was bom on June 18, 1900. He graduated from Pennsylvania State College in 1922 with a degree in civil engineering and earned a second degree from the University of Pennsylvania in industrial engineering. He served as project engineer for the Clarion River Hydroelectric Dam in Pennsylvania, overseeing the construction of the huge facility that generates power for much of the state. Mr. Montague was also director of personnel for the Dupont Rayon Company in Waynesboro, Virginia. Asked to join the Roosevelt administration in Washington, D.C. in 1936, he was named principle examiner for the Bureau of the Budget. With the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and America’s entry into World War II, Mr. Montague, a member of the Army Reserve, went on active duty and as a It. colonel, served in the European Theater of Operations until the conflict ended in 1945. He was stationed in England with the Air Tranport Command and also served with Army Intelligence in counter-intelligence activities. After the war, he returned to the Capitol and his post with the Bureau of the Budget. Then in 1952, he was asked to be director of personnel by the Department of State, overseeing 22,000 employees, including foreign service, scattered at 500 embassies and posts around the world. In 1955, he was made director of personnel and training by the Department of the Treasury for the Internal Revenue Service where he was awarded a certificate for meritorious service. He retired from that post in 1960. In Rappahannock, he served on the county School Board from 1970 to 1977, weilding the chairman’s gavel from 1974 on. A member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington, he was a vestryman and senior warden for many years and also served on numerous committees, both at the local and diocesean levels. Mr. Montague is survived by his son, H. Colton Montague of Fairfax County; a brother, Colton F. Montague of Berwyn, Pennsylvania; two grandsons, two granddaughters and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 27, at Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. Interment will be in the Episcopal Cemetery in Woodville. Sperryville Area News By MRS. B. M. VARNER Kappthunork Newt Correspondent Phone W7-K710 Denise Wingfield has returned to James Madison University, Harrisonburg and is a student teaching at R. E. Lee High School in Staunton. Cathy Wingfield andk.Todd ,, Brown of AihisSville Avere weekend guests of.JMr. and Mrs. Johnny Brown and daughter, Jessica in Fredericksburg. Mrs. T. M. Johnston was with her grandchildren. Brad and Morgan Reams in Winchester from Saturday to Tuesday while their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Reams attended the Super bowl in Tampa, Florida. Mrs. Magoline Dwyer returned home Saturday after knee surgery at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Kelly and Michael Brown were Saturday overnight guests of their grandmother, Mrs. Robert W. Brown. Mrs. Roy L. Reeve arid Mrs. Celine Siira were guests Monday night of the S. N.P. Wives Bridge Club in Luray. Mrs. Ranny Aylor and Heather and Mrs. F. D. Coffey, Jr. were Sunday guests of Mrs. Robert Nethers in Flint Hill and visited their sister, Mrs. Dorothy Lewis in Warren Memorial Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lvne were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. David Lyne and daughters, Heather and Peachy in Warrenton. Monday, they visited Mrs. R: G. Wright in Harrisonburg. Mrs. Mary Quaintance, Mrs. Roy L. Reeve, Mrs. Frances Tabler, Mrs. R. E. Thompsen and Mrs. Brown Miller were at Fair 0<ks Saturday. Mr. and Mia. Fred W. Schaefer and Mia. B. M. Varner were there Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Benny Bruce are patients in a hospital in Tampa, Florida. Mia. Ruby Dwyer was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser in Washington. BEST FRIEND KNOWS... THE CLASSIFIEDS an th» mnswmr to AUTOS • HOMES selloTbuy CALL 675-3338 Rappahannock News Remember family or friends with Special Occasion, Get Well or Memorial cards. Scad gtfU to: Virginia Cloud P.O.Box 311 Washington. VA 22747 American Heart Association WFRE FIGHTING FOR VOUR LIFE

Horse & Farm Directory Reaching 41,000 homes, stables and farms in Fauquier, Loudoun, Clarke, Rappahannock and Fairfax Counties Your ad will run in all of these newspapers for as little as $10.00! Imifeoun timn-jRirror Leesburg, Va. 703-777-1110 _ Iljr ;fauquitr fitmocrat Warrenlon, Va. 703-347-4222 The Heston Times Reston, Va. 703-435-7200 BiHMfrnnortiJIrtM Washington, Va. .703-675-3349 &K CUrfcr Courier Berryville, Va. 703-955-1111 f INDEX \ AuctionsHorse/Livestock Bam Construction Boarding and Training farm Equipment Bt Supplies rarm Services ranters Tencing at Oates Nay for Sale Help Wanted Horses at Ponies - Tor Sale Horses at Ponies - Wanted Horse at Ponies to Olve Array Jumps Instruction Livestock for Sale Miscellaneous Position Wanted Real Estate Saddleries Shows and Events Stables for Sale or Rent Stud Service Tack at Equipment for Sale Vans and Trailers \Veterinarians J PASTURE WITH STABLE NEEDED •or gentle gelding near Purcellville Call Sandy. 703-527-5496 HUNT COUNTRY STABLE •Boarding *T raining •Instruction *Sales (703)-*47-7993 next to WarrlaioftHynl Ksnhets -- The Little Farm* ;vnr«ii>ia anu § \jney uuru (703) 327-6743 i < located in convenient •' AMfe Va-U.; , Quality boarding and training facilities. Always a fine selection of horses and ponies for every equestrian need. Instruction available. CLIFTON FARMS HORSE PATCH near Berryville, Va. • Newly Renovated Barn •11 Stalls 11x12 •Wash Stalls •400 Acres Pasture •Professional Care •20 Yrs. Experience 6 Stalls Still Available Lay-Ups Welcome SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY RATES JAN. • MAR. Full Board $180.00 Field w/hay. Feed and Hay $120.00 Field Only $60.00 Breaking and Training and Additional Facilities Available in Spring. CONTACT PAGE • 662-5157 GFT FEEDS PET SUPPLIES NOW OPEN! Visit Our Brand New Feed & Pet Supply Center We feature the finest • WAYNE Feeds and Pet Foods • OLD MOTHER HUBBARD & • SCIENCE DIET Pet Foods • FORTEX Feed/Water Buckets • FARNUM Animal Health Aids • Plus Lead Lines • Feed and Watering Devices • Airline Carrying Cases for Pets CONSUL TATION DELIVERY ARRANGED GFT FEED 6 PET SUPPLIES 280 Sunset ParMtemdon (On Spring Si. I mi. W. of Reston Ave ) 435-3331 BONNIE L SIZEMORE, farrier Trimming and horseshoeing. A graduate of Michigan School of Horseshoeing Call 703/788-9622. Bar j farm pcncina ■■y—Vrt. Va. All types of fencing Including chain link. Bush hogging and cleanup. 5 year warranty. Excellent references. (703)754-8833 “Horse and Farm is a Galloping Good Buy!” 7 “Wefound the staff at LTM to be most courteous and helpful and our ads have had a consistently good response.9* This is what John Fuog of Umbaugh Building Co. had to say about their display ad in the Horse and Farm Directory. Building* For AH Purpose* QmIIcy c«ii« «««i i»i<nid Mh|MM«kniil)«m mmmL Hwr fmtilmn am tdty Umbaueh Building Co. Hi fWiHMh. V. Mm. Mtm 10 419-7M1 Horse and Farm will work for you, too! 'S’tSvV-v HUNT COUNTRY rcNCc, CO. Leesburg, Va. 703-777-4080 Farm and FARM GATES Made to Order, Any Size Oak Lumber tta.Rooe Ddaptone. Va. 364-1574 COMPtONWEAttH FENCING, INC. .<M» II—I. Va. QUALITY board fencing, split rail woven wire, high tensile and barbed wire. Custom Wooden Gates. 703/364-1392 or Mac Moore. 364-1241 FENCING Complete line of wire, HI-TENSEL, plank and rail. Also win install. GEORGE WHITE SUPPLY.INC. MkMIeburg, Va. 703-687-6371 HAY Alfalfa $3 00 a bale. Alfalfa Timothy $2.75 a bale 703-6875293. HAY FOR SALE: Timothy, 3rd cuffing alfalfa, or orchard grass/clover mixture 703-338-2161. HAY - TIMOTHY, excellent horse quality Can deliver. Call 703/4393623 TIMOTHY HAY and straw 703822-5687 TOP QUALITY PENNSYLVANIA HAY and Straw DeNvered Large G SmaH Loada CM Dm 703/937-4708 STABLE HELP WANTED - muck stalls, straw and sawdust, keep show barn clean. Experienced person only 703-687-6624. Uve-in Rent Free Beautiful 2 BR Apt Needed: ' Individual , or Couple Care for House and Horses CaR Marie oi-aroi) m «7i-ezat*) AQHA 15 3 GRAY GELDING Goes well on flat, excellent jumper Real eye catcher. 703048-6642 or 703/948-6963 BEAUTIFULLY MATCHED PAIR 2 year old Pintos ('A Arabian). One gelding, one filly, $8,000 tor pair. Also two Arab/ Pinto yearling fillies. $3,000 each. One Arab/ Pinto broodmare. 14 years old. in foal to '■* Tashur, $2,500. One pure Arabian mare. 7 years old. very pretty chestnut with blaze and 4 stockings. proven broodmare. $2,800 703/754-2663 days or 754-8188 eves. -V . • QyiSIAN0ltJB.SEl£CT>O»j - a proven Arated show hgiU^JL horses and ponies. 703-765-6892 or 703-960-1231. QUARTER HORSE. Chestnut gelding. 16 years, trained English and Western Former school horse Good with children. For sale or. lease $600 437-7159 or 476; | 4668 OUARTER HORSE GELDING *1 Handsome gray 10 year old show - horse 15.3, quiet, has points in halter and pleasure. $2500. Day, 703-338-5045; Evenings. 703-7771032. SPRING SHOWS are closer than you think. Let Hide-A-Way Stables find a suitable mount to bring home the ribbons for you. 703/948-6642 or 703/948-6963 TENNESSEE WALKER, registered Chestnut, 12 years old Flashy mover $800 or best offer Call 703-955-3984 after 6pm (1/26/2t/) THOROUGHBRED BROODMARES in foal, with paid 84 service to a grade one stakes winner of $255,000. Call 703/547-2395 THOROUGHBRED BOOOMARE - 16 hands. 7 years by Robins Rug. quality show mare, well bred, proven producer - in foal to Promotion (fee $1000) $2500. Call evenings 703-777-5859 MARY ROSE, FBHS is accepting dressage and combined training students, beginner to advanced levels, at Cedarnvod Stables in.Middleburg. iMMtTdMkiTtMM Mary Rost, 70S-MT4S1* CLUB OF 100 for use of facilities at Joan of Arc hippodrome Derby MEADCwS Family $225 Individual $175 For details, call Le Manege (703) 754-2683 also lessons, daily rates RIDING LESSONS Maintree - £ Indoor and Outdoor Ring Trail Rides, Indoor Lighted Ring Private and Group Beginners to Advanced Child or Adult TRAIL RIDES 703-777-3012 703-777-3279 703-777-3204 » SCOTCH HIGHLAND COW -1 years, $425 Registered Southdown ram, 2'h years, $100. 703554-8429 days; 703-554-8420 evenings & weekends. ; & WASTED: CATTLE & HORSES All types. Cash terms. (301)987-5642 Mike Brouphy Photography * Personal * Equine* Commercial mm Herndon, VA MoaterCord (703) C2»-9251 ON SALE NOW 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"x22'/?" Phone and mail order accepted. $3 95 per copy (plain paper): $6 50 per copy (laminated paper) Plus $1 00 postage and handling. (Va residents also add 4% sales tax ) SbeyauQuier Democrat P.O.Box 631 W&rrenton, Va. 22186 (703)347-4222 EXPERIENCED FARM MANAGER - seeks position on horse, grain or cattle operation Has excellent references Also thoroughbred training license Needs good housing, good salary and responsible position. In Virginia or nearby Write D Manning, 'Little England*. Bena. Va 23018 or call 804-642-9642 LARGE 12 STALL. Center Aisle Barn with turn-out.acreage. Heated feed/ tack room plus kitcherV office with bath Thomas & Talbot Real Estate 703-687-5522 "LONGVIEW'- Fauquier County. Virginia. Orange County Hunt. A handsomely developed horse farm overlooking the new Virginia Gold Cup race course. The rolling Orange County Hunt territory of Northern Virginia renowned as the mecca of field sport m the United States, is the site for "LongvlW‘ a newly constructed and compact estate built to the standards ** a working horseman and respected builder The finely crafted and impeccably maintained main residence, and dependencies, overlooking and adjacent to the new Virginia Gold Cup Race Course, provide the essential ingredients for relaxed country living or formal entertaining, in a setting rrtkch coddles the dye with panoramic vistas of the Blue Ridge • Mountains to the west and fine views of Wildcat Mountain to the south 'Longview's'’ convenient location, near the attractively restored 19th century Village of The Plains. Warrenton, Middleburg and l-€6, and Dulles International ; Airport, makes it particulafly^ttractive to the purchaser requiring easy access to the countryside, Washington D C and the outside world For more information or appointment contact Thomas & Talbot Real Estate, Middleburg. Virginia 703/687-5522. M TACK ft SADDLES WHOLESALE PUCES Writ* for our catalog, tend 91.00 to cover postage: TED Tack k Saddles P.O.Box 219 SpcrnrvtBc.VA22740 CU DELUXE CAMPBELL COACH. 1963 Used twice. All options included Brown and tan Free paint job if you prefer. 703/938-2536 evenings/Wnekends. 703/281-9696 days. KINGSTON - HARTMAN DL NO 446. Call Batterton's Trailers, BerryviBe. 703-955-3328. 9-8-tf 1963 SHOOP THOROUGHBRED/DELUX with 4 foot dressing room. NewS4300. will sell best offer. 703-777-5859 evenings. Complete Horae TraHer & Van Repairs Doug Hayes Welding '^tSSSes.Et?^ StaS Frants. Sufl Screen* 703/937-4402 "84 ChcvyBHS tiOOCEY’S crew cab*, single cab*. 4 •peed, automatic*. 454 V-8 and hard to Bnd diesels. Plus excellent selection of new pickup*. S-10*. 4x4*. Blazers. Suburban*, El Caminos, and vans. Over 300 track* & vans In stock now! End of model year closeout sale now in proJ.K.J. CHEVROLET Tysons Coiner, Va. 703/356-0400 3642706 Country Buildings Box 413 Marshall, Va. 2211$ Residential and Agricultural Construction We specialize in, custom horse barns, indoor riding arenas run-in sheds, and all other agricultural buildings */So Sun decks, garages, additions "Experienced, Professional, Affordable" 703-777-9215 Quality BUILDINGS & SUPPLIES Over 20yMrs •xpcrienc* ro box ioso, purconvHw, va. zzm-iuso Specializing In the doaign and construction of: ★FARM BUILDINGS* Dairy complexes.Beef units Horse facilities Poultry houses.Swine buildings Storage ★LIGHT COMMERCIAL* Warehouses.Garages.Apple storage A Dtvtuoa oi Soacburatc CoaMmctioa k Efwif Co., lac. leading Builder of Horse Facilities Function We construct buildings designed to accomodate varied functions. Professional custom work with your needs in mind. Horse facilities our specialty Bonanza Buildings • Residential • Farm • Commercial Call for free estimate John Fung, Agent Umbaugh Building Co. Rt. 2, Box 63. Purcellville, Va. (703) 338-6111 Metro: M-F, 0-5:30 — 430-7601 Classifieds OLD GUNS ANE SWORDS WANTED American. European. an< Oriental. Highest prices pad Free appraisals David Con don. Inc.. 109 E. Washington St.(Rt. 50) Middleburq. Vir gmia. Mon.-Fn 11-5 p.m. Sat and Sun. 12-5. 703-687-5642. CLASSIFIED INDEX GENERAL CLASSIFIED 0- AHMcM Wooding 1- Antique* 2- AucMom 34minMi oppoftynititi 4-CMd Sotvtee* SOMCmWonM 6- Commulen Comer 7- CroHm-Floidy MuMIng Material 9-Condructton Equipment 10-fonn Equipment kSuppllo* 12 rirowoodlotSalo 13- Qarog# 6 Yard Sato 14- Oardentng Equipment k Produce 15 Wvowoyi 20- MappyAd* 21- Happy IMMay* 22- Hone k Took Ttoden Comer 23- Mono* (or Sato 71 Hmwonolrt Rom* lor Soto 25-MiucMon 40-Uvortoct (or Soto H-lorfk Found <2 (toe. (or Sato 43-Mdc. Wartod A A || ,, — - , M —A A nOVTI^V * v^^MrWVIn 43 Mudeal Indrumond k Equipment 46-Penonal SOtoi ma --«■- - -■ m-«--a 91’Nvuvuimiui tqupnww 60 BontaH Apl*. Oi-KWITOW PJHIWII 62- kontatoMouM* 63- kentato-koom* 64- kontab-land w »uu vqcmun nomw oo*»p iiuii'wanwa re rani 67-#eot Edate Wanted 6t-kealfflate-Sate by Owner 70-toommoto* Wonted/ 72- Servtce*-Faim 73- Sordco* Homo Improvomonl* - 74- Servtce*-Pertonal 75- Soivlco* (toe. 76- Swop k Trade 77- Titbute* k thank* ^XFurnt&tt 1M Mo(p Wartod 102-Molp wonlod i034Mp Wartod FatmkOardon ItO-Job* Wartod NOTICES* ANNOUNCEMENTS 123 Su*ln*M Notice* 126- Ski* kPiopotab 127- Logal NaHoo* VEHICLES 200- VoMcto* (or Sale 201- Motorcycle* 202- VaNdo*Mechantc'iDeHgM 203- Vohtclo* Pad* k AccoMorto* 204- Votrlclo* SociooMonol 205- loals k AccoMorto* ANTIQUE ALLEY SSEMlCotanWHwy. (OMU-S. Rt7) Harnion, VirgMi fMfMTMf oU comm* jeweiry, fitrmtmre, wicker, tmens, Qoiits, primitives, mirrors, ItiHpe, ook St commtry isems. (703)399-9029 SMALL TOWN OPPORTUNITIES. The Plains now launching mapr revitalization Invite and seek enterprise for top quality shops and professional services. Compatible with English Village concept Buildings available for lease or purchase Call 703/253-5620 WOULD LIKE TRANSPORTATION to Manassas when the weather is bad Willing to pay Call 703-675-3642 FIREWOOD FOR SALE. We deliver Call 703/675-3220 FIREWOOD FOR SALE, seasoned or green General Hauling, will haul anything, anywhere 703/675-3896 FIREWOOD, mixed hardwoods, split and delivered, by the cord. Cali 703987-8965 FREE FIREWOOD AVAILABLE Foil truckload for eVery load you cut. haul and stack tor me. 703/987-8457 or 202)232-3567 "lafrfe leiScfion S greeting cares wPew inexpensive jewetryneeaMPn Christmas decorations. New Hours Wednesdays and Thursdays. 10a.m to 5p.m. FREE PUPPIES; six weeks old. half Airedale terrier, will be very nice medium size dogs Call 703636-2283 after 5p.m. After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 635- 4488 from Chester Gap and Huntly (635 and 636 exchanges). Inflation Fighter Pre Pay Your Classified Ad And Deduct 25$ from rates below <Efje fcappafjannocfe i2eto$ CLASSIFIED ORDER BLANK Nam©__ Address—_ City.-i_State_Zip_ Classification_ CopyTo Run:_Weeks (S2 charge per week tor marling box number replies) 1 RATES CLASSIFIED WORD AD: 20 words (or less)... 15c each additional word Save 25c when you pay in advance CLASSIFIED DISPLAY: Per column inch.. HORSE k FARM DIRECTORY: Word ad (20 words or less).. 25c each additional word Display type-Per oolumn inch. $3.45 ....$4.10 ..$10.00 ..$1250 MAH TO: The Rappahannock News P Q. Bok 59, Washington. Va. 22747 Attn: Classified Adv. Dept,

Classified Advertising TRIO FARMS SIMMENTAL Performance tested yearling bulls sired by top quality A I bulls Most'y poi'ed 1 2 - 3 4 - 7 8 and purebred Aiso Simmentai cows and heifers Luray VA 703.778-2009 LOST DOG Black and tan male German Shepherd in Jenkins Hollow area M'ssmg since iast Wednesday Wearing choke chain with rabies lag Answers to Shiloh Can 703 987-8343 Reward offered LOST Long haired Golden Retriever m-x tan Rangy spayed femaie. very friendly wearing chain choKe COHar Missmg smce Monday from Castiercmarea Can 703 987 5196 APPLIANCES Jenn-Air Thermador KitchenAid Amana. Sub Zero and more Can COUNTRY CUPBOARDS Washington Va 703675-3294 FEBRUARY - HEART MONTH Free heart shape earrings and pendanL Credit available. Catalog $2.00 refundable. J.J. Gifts Route 4, Box 82 Culpeper. VA 22701 PHOTOGRAPHS.--Permanen! prints of me STAFF PICTURES when apoear n me Rappahannocm News car oe ordered from the News Office Prices are $5 tor 5x7 and $8 for 8x10 703 675-3349 WATCH FOR REOPENING OF “Raiford’s Shoes” Saturday and Sunday. Jan. 28 fir 29 Building in back of house on Rt. 211.2 miles west of Amissville. Name brand shoes. All leathers. No shoes over $21 No boots over $41 Some $5 and $ 10 specials. Open on weekmghts to a party of six or more by appointment only after 7 30 P M Free refreshments. Well heated building. Plenty of parking Watch for signs. (703) 937-4804. MODERN COTTAGE on secluded (am v farm L vmg-bedroom ioft oatn Kitchen e'ectric heat firepiace-stove Private Ideal for single or couo-e Between Amissville and Washington VA just oft Rt 211 $350 Send references to Bo* Leo FauQuier Democ'at PO Box 631 Wa"e' 'or Va 22! 86 SINGLE DEPUTY looking for small cottage or cabin to rent in Rappa hannock County Call 703 675-3331 COTTAGE or small house for couple moving to area m February Call collect after 6pm 615-288-5068 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE A A WINNER United Farm Real Estate, Madison Virginia branch was the too office m their three state district m Dollar Sales Volume among the 650 United Offices NATIONWIDE List with a r£gl winner and Out computers to w(0'V selling your home or farmAwe serve Rappahannock County and northern Virginia Call Bonnie Colleen Dunne for details (703) 948-4230 [** SERVICES* . BUSINESS 4j SIGNS Calligraphic Lettering for Business Cards Invitations Announcements Illuminated Poems, etc. Artwork DAVETTE LEONARD 675-3479 antique RESTORATIONS, refimsh■ng and upholstery C?H COUNTRY CUPBOARDS Washington, Va ’’ '03 675-3294 A TIP TOP Chimney Sweep Cleaning iners and caps, fully insured Can 1-703-948-6706 ocmcunoN a amortization SCHEDULES AVARABLE All types $2 50 each UmMTBMtttt, P.O.Box 163$, hunt Hcyd, VA BB63Q 701 *15-*5*0 EXPERIENCED IN CARPENTRY and prick laying, all phases of Puiidmg and remodeling 30 years experience Edward M Clark 703 6753608 or BoOPy Brown 703 675-3624 H & R BLOCK Washington, Va. Rappahannock News Building Office Evenings 675-3877 675-3343 SERVICESBUSIN OLDETOWNE SWEEPS Open again for the 1983-84 Season Experienced and AiOy ■ tnsured. modem equtprnentA Coll today for free estimate!# RMtWLVa. 675-3865, Day L 675-3508, Night I REMODELING RESTORATIONS, additions all types ot carpentry Licensed F W Hutchinson. 7039375579 ROOFING- GUTTERS and down sooutmgs Tinning and rooting of all Kmds Aluminum gutter and down spout Root repair Can Bill Starks 703 675-3630. Washington, Va The VAC SHOP, new vacuums, reconditioned vacuums 823 North Shenandoah Avene (1 block south of Memorial Hospital) Front Royal. ■ Va thurman whorton. Flint hiii Piumbmg, heating and electrical work 24 hour emergency service at 703 675-3607 OLD DOMINION CONSTRUCTION & Repair Additions renovations including all aspects of home repair , Local references For estimates, call evenings 703 937-5482 PIANO TUNING 30 years full time - now living in this area. Work guaranteed Call collect 703 937-5857 Warren Emerson Dennis No Sunday caiS oiease1 7* SERVICES^•WJRgV* ALUMINUM OR VINYL siding. Thermooane replacement windows - soffit - facia (overhangs - eaves) Custom window and doortrim. seamless gutter, etc Licensed, bonded and insured 29 years experience Five year warranty on all workmanship 50 year nonpro-rated warranty on vinyl Free estimates Can anytime. Luray 703-743-7500. coi'ect • SERVICES, PERSONAL tm BROWN'S TAX SERVICE Open al year for your convenience. Reasonable rates, will pick up And deliver, no extra charge. Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Phone Lewis Brown 703/635-2520 for information 77 thanks! in memory ot Tom Leake who passed away six years ago on January 28 1978 Weii Daddy it has been another year since you went away But how we wish you could have stayed God knew oest so He took you home to res'. i hope it won t be long before we will oe with you m that happy home and never agam win we be an alone Daddy we love you Wife. Lillie Daughter. Liine Grandsons. Wayne and Justin VALENTINE GREETINGS 1 Let your sweetheart know how much you care ... Send a greeting of 20 words or less for only $2.00! Fill out the form below and send along with a check for $2.00 to the address below. MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE - NO PHONE-IN ADS DEADLINE: Tuesday. February 7,1984. NO MORE THAN 20 WORDS. PLEASE Mail to: Z\jt Hoppatjannocb ilrtos Classified Department P.0. Boat 59. Washington. VA 22747 Spearing In ora February 9th issue. INSURANCE SALES OPPORTUNITY Salesperson lor established local territory Individual must be ambitious and willing to work We will tram Unlimited earnings opportunity Excellent company benefits Phone 703-987-8148 SECRETARY Full time position providing clerical support tor staff of Mental Health Clinic in Warrenton. Includes typing, transcribing, tiling, receptionist duties, collecting payments etc Some evening hours $4 34 per hour Previous experience m similar setting helpful, but not required Ability to work well with others and demonstrated clerical skills required Send letter df application and resume by February 3 to Personnel Manager. RappahannockRapidan Community Services Center. 401 S Main Street, Culpeper, VA 22701 EOE'AA TASTEE FREEZ on John Marshall Highway is accepting applications for part-time positions. 11a m. to 2p m Monday - Saturday Retired folks welcome to apply. Must live nearby Also accepting applications for weekend and summer positions Pickup application at John Marshall Tastee Freez in Front Royal WANTED Amissville- Mature person for regular part-time outdoor farm work, animal feeding, lawn mowing, light maintenance Call 703/5482344. leave message. AN OHIO OIL CO. Offers high income, plus cash bonuses, benefits to mature person in Rappahannock area. Regardless of experience, write M. W. Read, American Lubricants Co., Box 426, Dayton, Ohio 45401. COORDINATOR. VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS $6 02 per hour Parttime position in Rappahannock County 10 hours a week Organizing and maintaining volunteer program. Duties include volunteer and station development and public relations Requires excellent communication skills, demonstrated experience in planning and organizing programs, and ability to work with volunteers Apply by February 3 to: Personnel Manager. Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Center. 401 S Mam Street. Culpeper. VA 22701 EOE AA Ciripipcf Motor Cocp. Rt. 29 N. Culpeper 825-8381 1978 MUSTANG II, 4 cyl. automatic A/C, AM/FM. radials. 1 owner 1973 MAZDA WAGON, automatic. A/C, low mileage Clean! 1975 MATADOR, 2 door, automatic, low mileage 1972 OPEL, 2 door, 4 cyl . 4 speed, snow tires 1978 GREMLIN, 4 cyl. 4 speed, power steering. 1973 PONTIAC VENTURA, 2 door 6 cyl . automatic, snow tires 1971 FORD CAB CHASSIS, V-8 5 speed trn . 2 speed rear, new inspection, new paint On/off road tires 1976 CHEVROLET 'A TON PICKUP, 6 cyl. 3 speed, long bed, body cover 1969 CHEVROLET V2 TON, 6 cyl . 3 speed, snow tires, low mileage 1977 FORD COURIER, 4 speed, short bed. snow tires Dealer # 412 FOR SALE 1977 CHEVETTE Cai!703/987-8915 after 5p m 1982 ESCORT STATION WAGON excellent condition Phone 703/987 8148 1981 PLYMOUTH HORIZON, blue AM-FM cassette stereo, front whee! drive Excellent condition. $3995 Call 703675-3194 after 6p m Joe Sacked & Sons Foreign ft Domestic Auto Parts fc Accessories Great Prices! Moo -Sat 6 A.M to 6 P.M. Sunday 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. t23 N. Royal Ave Front Royal. Vo. 63S-3241 • 635-8159 After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 987-8525 from Amissville, Washington, Castleton, Sperryville, Woodville and Flint Hill (987, 937, 675 and 547 exchanges). After February 1, for emergency calls to police, fire and rescue, dial 635-4488 from Chester Gap and Huntly (635 and 636 exchanges). More Traffic Fatalities Reported In ’83 By MICHELE MAY Rappahannock News SUfT Writer State Police say 897 people were killed on Virginia highways during 1983, 16 more than the previous year. In Rappahannock three people were killed in 1983, two of them in December. One death occurred in 1982. Rappahannock's single victim in 1982 was an eight year old child, Patricia Ann Brown of Sperryville. She died when the car she was riding in was struck from behind by a tractor-trailer on Route 522 at Woodville in June, 1982. Jean Tucker Edyvane of Washington died in a headon collision with a tractor trailer truck on June 8, 1983. She was traveling on Route 522 just south of Flint Hill. Two traffic deaths on Route 211 at year-end tripled the county’s toll for 1983. An 81-year-old Maryland man, Paul A. Cross of Takoma Park, died in Sperryville near Parkway, on December 21 in a single car accident and 16year-old David Brian Scoville of Columbia, South Carolina was killed in a two car collision at Rediviva Bridge at the intersection of Routes 211 and 622 on December 28. Police say statewide statistics could still rise somewhat because deaths which occur within 30 days of a crash are recorded in the month the accident took place. However, police said 1983 was only the second time since 1961 that fewer than 900 highway fatalities were reported for a single year. At the same time, the state highway department was reporting an increase of 1983 vehicle miles of travel. Police calculated that Virginia’s 1982 record low death rate of 2.24 per 100 million vehicle miles of travel could drop to 2.21 or below. Said state police superin tendent Col. D.M. Slane, “It*s already apparent that Virginia motorists have met the challenge of 1982 and responded with one of the safest years ever in terms of highway fatalities.” Slane noted that increased emphasis on the state’s statutes against drinking and driving during the past few years had helped reduce the death count, but that other influ ences were working as well. Slane listed “improved driving habits by motorists, improved enforcement by all law enforcement agencies, improved highway construction and maintenance techniques, improved medical care by physicians, hospital staffs and rescue squad personnel and improved driver education by a number of highway safety-related agencies.” Record Low Temperature In December December visits to Shenandoah National Park did not offset a year long trend towards declining numbers of sightseers- Park officials say fewer people visited the park last month than did in December of 1982. There were 23,600 combined visits made at the various entrance stations compared to 28,300 during December, 1982. With the final statistics gathered, the total decrease in visits during 1983 was .49 percent, 16.6 percent in December. The total visits during the 1983 calendar year came to 1,838,900. In 1982 there were 1,848,100. Overnight stays were down also. In 1983 there were 422,144 (4,642 in December) compared to 443,376 in 1982 (4,585 in December). Big Meadows weather statistics for December show a maximum tempera ture of 49 degrees. A record low of 15 degrees below zero was reported, it was the lowest temperature recorded at Big Meadows during December since recording began in 1954. The park headquarters re corded seven below, the lowest for December since recording began in 1940. Park officials measured 6.7 inches of precipitation at Big Meadows in December, .9 inches of snow. f & M Income Increases Fourth quarter net income for F & M National Corporation was $638 thousand, or 34 cents per share, a 21 percent increase over the fourth quarter figures of $527 thousand, or 29 cents per share for last year. Net income for the year was up 36.8 percent to $2.7 million, or $1.44 per share from $1.9 million, or $1.06 per share, last year. Return on average assets for 1983 was 1.02 percent compared to .81 percent for 1982. Return on average equity was 13.51 percent compared to 10.84 percent for the previous year. Net loans at year end were $160 million up 19.7 percent from $133.7 million last year. Deposits increased 14.2 percent from $217.4 million to $248.3 million over the same period. 1983 assets were $279 million, an 11 percent increase over 1982 figures or $251.2 million. F & M National Corporation is the parent company of Farmers and Merchants National Bank which maintains branch banking offices in Flint Hill. Former County Resident Honored At White House Retirement Ceremonies E. Franklin Warner, a native of Rappahannock County and student at the old Scrabble School, retired on January 5 after more than 30 years of federal service. For the past 20 years Mr. Warner was assigned to the President’s Office Of Management and Budget where he served six presidents. At the time of his retirement, he was a senior program and budget analyst on agricultural programs in the natural resources division. Although President Reagan himself did not attend GENERAL ASSIGNMENT NEWSPAPER REPORTER 12,500 circulation weekly in Warrenton seeks an experienced journalist or sharp recent j-school grad to cover courts, education, local government Send dps. resume to: Edttor The Fauquier Democrat P.O.Box 631 Warrenton, Va. 22186 or Call for Appointment (703) 347-4222 or Metro 691-0477 BLUE RIDGE HOME IMPROVEMENT CO Culpeper. Virginia 22701 Insulate with Solid Vinyl siding. Trim with soffit, fascia, and sills. MIR IMIMIII, Owner 547*3448 LINE-UP WITH LYNE WHO WILL GET FIRST CHOICE? 6.22 wooded acres with driveway along a full flowing stream leading to attractive home site on high ground. Approach from highway installed with new culvert, septic site health department approved. $15,600. 6.43 wooded acres - driveway to summit from highway leading just above small stream and pond site. Soils classified tops for lawn, flowers, shrubs and engineering properties. $16,100. Both sites allow privacy from each otber as well as outside world, yet readily accessible. Call for further details. W.H. Lyne, real estate broker 987-8588 Roger Lee Atkins, salesman 987-8171 COVINGTON RIVER caresses this 18 acre scenic tract near Washington, Va. OLie stone house-seat, chimney, ghost of pioneer trail. Adorned with perfect 100 ft. rancher featuring large breezeway, garage, rock wall fireplaces. $149,500. RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER new home: Unique amtemporary, large decks, $79,500. SMALL STARTER HOME for only $38,000, screened porch. Use of lakes for swimming, boating, skimming rocks, etc. Amissville area. INVEST in eight 5 acre wooded lots for only $55,000 total! Rt. 66 area. WHAT DO YOU GET when you divide your social security number by your zip axle.'! — Another day older and deeper in debt. ROGER BATCHELDER, Wherehous<; Smw Gay Sr, Washmpim, Vu 22747 675-1777 Res.: 917-4188 the ceremonies, a member of his staff presented Mr. Warner with a personal note from him and Mrs. Reagan and a paif gold cuff links bearing the presidential seal on his behalf. Howard Butler of Sperryville attended the ceremonies at the Executive Office Building at the invitation of Mr. Warner. .Building? • Paint • Lumber .. • Millwork ^ • Hardware ^ Complete One-Sup BUILDING SUPPLY Warrenton Building Material Co., Inc. on the By-Pass, Warrenton 347-1400 Mr. Warner will soon be returning to his family home place near Scrabble, Twin Maples Farm. Fin LIVESTOCK EKCHINBE 'NCQWQWATLO REGULAR SALES EVtoryTyes. hfctRSE SALfT 2nd Sat. 1 p m.. Every Month STATE GRADE FAT CATTLE istTues 1 p m Every Month 1 Mile East of Marshall Rt 55 PHONE 364*1566 Jkopertp goffering* 2 mi. !\orth of Washington on Kt. 625, 25.1 ac. mostly open with great views of the mountains. Cot to see. $57,000 138 divisible acres of woodland with river and state road frontage - attractive views. 25 acre sites $1,600 p.a. Property as whole. $185,000. Eileen M. Day, REALTORS Clapton House, Box 126 Washington, Va. 22747 Beverly Atkiiu 987-8621 Lucille Price 675-3427 675-3400 Q3 MLS Mittie Young 937-5196 Kevin Day 987-9009 Lita Day 937-5248 Window Wonderland A majestic view of the Blue Ridge Mountains Is featured with this fine residence. Situated on over 10 acres In Culpeper, the home is of excellent construction with over 3.000 square feet of finished area with 3 to 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, garage, family room with fireplace on the first level, and rear screened-ln porch. Colonial detailing Inside with Inspiring views outside. $119,500. Shown by appointment. QQ REALTORS 149 Wst Davis St. * Culpeper, \&. 22701 (*») 8254717 • home 825-1827