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spirit will renew their friendly rivalry this year. In previous races Mary O’Meara and Merrill Strange had tied for the Eva L. Smith Memorial Award for the first female finisher from Rappahannock County. But last year they were both beaten by newcomer Lisa Currie.

This year, however, the two women are hopeful that one of them will capture the coveted trophy.

“It’s one of the most difficult courses I’ve ever run . . . especially if it’s hot,” Mrs. Strange observed. “I’d be pleased if either one of us fin

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