Rappahannock News, November 26, 1987

3 21 '.J J'AIIK IR('ILAT1()N NOW Subject to ABC Audit 3,023 KAITIHANVM'K hoi SKHOIOS 2,722 37th Year, No. 48 ■.'V i i •VA * W- ~ . .„.; i>. TAte County,FumHy »•■ "T.H—*r ST~“ V • ti—-r-fr-wrir* v Tr r .rtf ? v •>*? . ;J_.V« -•.'sis> '■* '■■/ /•■,'! .V $&t 2 f USFS 455580 16 pages Founded 1877 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26,1987 , j ?; ■ £?' ?v..^ ViI 'A&M*'?U,„ Washington. Virginia 22747 _ » I ^ <«$ W-~Kc&f' ■ 4 .< ; i»^-5 ■ • ,'.> !*. -.it , A jy •••1 ii t6 ■ •'■ ? ; ° C1' <£> 1 igrahy Phone 675-33 25 cer im d Rag Bulletins ; 1 □ Chert Woodard, proprietor ^ of Faith Mountain Company ip Sperryville, will be a guest on the CBS News Nightwatch program this week. The show, which will air friday from 2?30 to 5:30 a.mi, will Jj| locus on the growth of the m|dl ^ 1 order business. The show, according to a network spokesman, reaches 3 to 5 million viewers nightly its nationwide broadcast. s*8 • m ' A'\ ' I i ■ II sr*-v ;wV Inside ; Sperryville auctioneer's license suspended ; ' p. 3 fruitcakes make delicious * - p.10 JakCHS holds Mr. ^ ‘r hannock contest p. 13 -4? 4 k Government at a glance • Planning Commission; Monday, Nov. 30,7:30 p.m., Courthouse. Public hearing on subdivision ordinance. ./TV:'-,; , . ; ■ :'i 4 4:^9.;K1 • Board Of Supervisors: Monday, Dec. 7,10 a.m., Courthouse. Regular monthly meeting, public hearing on subdivision ordinance. *•* -• School Boardr luesday, 7:30 p.m., RCES Library. Regular ... - . .. ... . .. , * ‘ • > '• ''.‘4 Jf ‘ .*i - t . . v-a *. ' * ^ Os < * A < * <. '' * * „ 2 < ' ' ‘Ate, Weekend weather According to the National Weather Service, the holiday weekend is expected to bring partly cloudy weather through Saturday, with a chance of showers each day. Temperatures will continue moderate with highs in the 50s and low 60s. Nighttime lows wili drop into the low 40s. mm Court asked to overturn special use permit *2* ay luu hah uk Kanwhannock News Staff Writer “It’s a historic day for the Town of Washington,” said Mayor Dean Morehouse. “For the first time in its history it's being used - and by the local doc- , tor. We’re not immune, we’re finally in the‘80s.” The suit, filed by Dr. Werner Krebser in Rappahannock County Circuit Court last week, alleges that the Town Council “acted in bad faith” in issuing a special use permit to Rae Haase. She requested the permit to operate a gourmet specialties and natural foods store in a house formerly owned by Barbara Wood, across Gay Street from Trinity Church. Dr. Krebser has an interest in the adjoining property, which houses the county’s social services offices and the Rappahannock Medical Center. His suit asks the court to grant temporary and permanent injunctions against the use of the property for commercial purposes. The suit also asks $2,500 in damages “or such additional amount as may be proven at trial,” plus attorney’s fees and costs. In granting the permit, the suit says, the Town Council “in effect” granted a variance from the require ment for off-street parking for retail businesses set out in the town’s zoning ordinance. That ordinance, the suit contends, requires one off-street parking space for each 100 square feet of store space. There are several parking spaces along the street in front of Ms. Haase’s business, but there is no offstreet parking. Town Attorney Frank Reynolds pointed out to the council at its public hearing that the wording in the ordinance suggests that the parking requirement relates only to new construction, not to existing buildings. The language of the ordinance reads that “There shall be provided at the time of erection of any main building or at the time any main building is enlarged, minimum off-street parking... for retail stores . . one parking place for each 100 square feet of retail floor space.” Mr. Reynolds declined to offer a legal opinion on the matter, citing the fact that he had assisted Ms. Haase with arrangements in setting up her business. Dr. Krebser’s suit states that the property has “no facilities whatsoever for off-street parking” and that allowing Ms. Haase’s store to operate “will be hazardous or injurious to, or in conflict with, the predominant character of the neighborhood, will adversely affect the safety of persons residing and working in the neighborhood . . . (be) detrimental to the public welfare and/or usurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood .. “The resulting lack of parking,” the suit continues, “will cause unnecessary congestion on the streets of Washington and pose a threat to public safety and private property in the vicinity of the proposed use.” And the store “will interfere with the use of and cause a diminuation of the value of the plaintiffs property adjacent. ” Dr. Krebser also alleges in his suit that the application filed for the permit was incomplete and inaccurate in several regards. First, it states, Ms. Haase “had no proper legal standing . . . neither owner or tenant,” when she presented the application at the council’s public hearing on Oct. 14. “Subsequent to the public hearing ... in an apparent effort to cure this deficiency” Ms. Haase obtained the endorsements of both Mrs. Wood (the property’s owner at the time) and con tract owner Roger Batchelder. Further, the suit states, “the L0 notice was defective,” in that the appl. cation which was advertised for pnhli hearing was not the one which Haase presented to the council for cojv£a.* sideration. The original application was*; £ for a retail space of more than square feet, which was amended a' advertisement to one for less than square feet. The change meant that thj application was considered under a different sub-section of the zoning ordf- v - nance. ' By approving the amending applj- . ’ [ cation, the suit alleges, the town coun-‘ - cil failed to comply with its own ■ ordinance and the Code of Virginia;' ~ \ which requires readvertisement if a ■ substantive amendment is made to a * \ permit before or during the approval * 11 process. “Without the required read- t vertisement and a new public hearing. . . the council considered and adopted su1f the permit over the objections of the -ur < plaintiff and other residents,” it states. C • t - “The plaintiff,” Dr. Krebser’s suit'* ,, * ’ alleges, “is a taxpayer of Rappahaifr,*v , nock County and is aggrieved by the-A'1 , decision of the Town Council” in isstbii*^ ■ >• iT (See SUIT, p. 1*’c For some people, the holidays are not a happy (Editor’s note: This is the first in an occasional series which will focus on mental illness in Virginia., both as it affects individuals and how the community and its officials are helping those afflicted.) By LOU HATTER ,,4V Rappahannock News Staff Writer “Cabin^ fever,” “Winter blahs,” “feeling yucky,” “Holiday blues,” we’ve all heard someone describe their mood in those words - in fact, most df us have probably mod one of thoactwwinouraotves- -- •• They are’ all euphemisms for depression; a mental disorder which will affect at least 70 percent of Americans at some time in their lives. Twice as many women as men suffer from depression. Children are not immune, innocence apparently being no defense. Twelve percent of those diagnosed are children. Sadly, although almost three-quarters of the population will suffer a rmqor depressive episode, less than half of those affected will seek treatment. And, sadder still, treatment works. Eighty percent of those who seek professional help find relief from the disorder. Recently the National Institute of Mental Health, the federal government’s research facility, has recognized Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) as a clinically defined form of depression. “It’s a fancy name for the wintertime blues," said Lee Nettles, site director of Family Guidance Services of Rappahannock, a service “The holidays ca&iMflHl formula for depression.;, if left untreated, it cpn kill surely as cancer.” FGS Counselor agency of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Center. Apparently, the disorder is triggered by the reaction of some individuals’ bodies to the decrease in the hours of sunlight as the days shorten in the fall, Mr. Nettles explained. People affected by the disorder generally manifest symptoms of depression until spring. Following an upswing in their moods over the spring and summer, the cycle repeats the following fall. “The recognition of the disorder provides a biological explanation for the cabin fever phenomenon,” which has long been accepted by mental health professionals, Mr. Nettles said. A formula for depression ! S • He added that the “winter blahs” are probably" at least as much associated with the holiday period (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's) as anything else, ft’s a family-oriented time of the year, accompanied by high expectations, good cheer, and anticipation of accomplish-1 ments and goals set for the New Year. “For people for whom those things are missing whatever reason the holidays can be a sad |thd stressful time.’* People-who havebeen laid off, are unable. to work, and individuals with physical or mental handicaps or emotional problems in their life are extrefyiely succeptible to holiday depression. Sometimes compounding the original feeling ofthTiffiing out on the holiday cheer are feelings of guilt about being a “stick in the mud” or a “Scrooge.” ^ V*“The holidays can be a formula for depression,’* Mi*. Nettles maintains. The seasonal change in dajftigltt hours, lack of holiday feelings, possible increases ioafc^' hoi and/or drug use, the isolation and lack of physic*!Activity caused by winter weather; these factors add up|e$ marked increase in clinical diagnoses of depression "duping January, February and March, he said. “The highest incidence of suicide in the entire jtjafeg’ Mr. Nettles said, “occurs in the period right arouncFvalentine’s Day.” The time of the year celebrated by ttVeiCs , 3#u£v (See DEPRESSION,1J6) Robb seeks state — not national — office By JEFF COFFEY Arundel Newspapers Staff Writer Following his announcement last week to run for the U.S. Senate, Charles S. Robb, Virginia’s former governor, slammed the lid on the possibility that he would either seek ^national office or accept a cabinet post in 1988. In an; exclusive interview, Mr. •; Robb said: “I have made it very clear that I will not run for national office in 1988.” Democrat Robb, 48, made similar comments during his candidacy announcement. But because his speech contained statements of broadsweeping and philosophical import, considered more attuned to a national than a state audience, speculation about his political ambitions has continued to surface. The speech, in part, said: “It’s time once again for Virginia to lead this nation, in defining the challenges of a new political and eco nomic era, to renew America’s promise of equal and expanding opportunity, to rededicate ourselves to the defense of liberty and the advancement of human rights and social justice at home and abroad.” Rep. Stan Parris, a Republican from the state’s 8th Congressional District, said he thought the former governor might have left “a crack in the door” for a national Democratic ticket draft. Though Mr. Robb conceded the f Arundel Newspapers file photo t ^ INNAUGURATION in January, 1982, former governor Charles S. Robb addresses | the state General Assembly. speech may have had. a national flavor, he dismissed such speculation as unwarranted, saying that certain issues can be just as applicable on a state level. “I would like to believe that Virginians are as interested in the same types of issues that appeal to a national audience,” he said. Before his senatorial campaign formally begins, Mr. Robb said he had “some things stirring in me now to address” and would continue to do so. After the campaign is under way, he said, “then I will be prepared to turn to more traditional issues with a focus on Virginia.” While still in the governor’s office, he reportedly talked of not wanting to undertake the daily rigors of legislating, a stark contrast to his widely known executive style of doing things. When rumors of his Senate ambitions began making the rounds, some saw it as an untenable switch. “I don’t think I ever said that,” Mr. Robb said, referring to reports that he did not want to serve in the Congress. He called the Senate “a different type of challenge” and said the last couple of years several senators have convinced him that “the legislature is a place where you can get meaningful work done.” Mr. Robb indicated that he would keep his options open about running for national office in 1992, but he hedged that commitment, saying that if he won the Senate seat next year, “I would seek re-election in 1994.” But his reasoning for wanting to seek re-election almost seemed to serve as a way to give him an out for not actually doing so. Mr. Robb didn’t specify a political agenda, but said “seeking re(SeeROBB, 16) Rappahannock News phot<VDaphne Hutchinson AT HOME IN HER kitchen, Marie Kilpatrick tackles the ne^er -ending task of all cooks: chopping and slicing the raw ingredie Cookbook blends family history with recipes, lessoril* “Quand c’est noir c’est cuit” reads the message on Marie Pietri Kilpatrick’s favorite apron. “When it’s black, it’s done.” But the lessons she offers in her cookbook, A Pinch of This And a Soupcon of That, go far beyond that bit of advice. A delectable collection of family recipes and kitchen philosophy, this is not a book for the bride - or groom - who is still learning how to boil water. Kilpatrick counts on readers knowing their way around the stove. And A Pinch of Thi$ isn’t meant to be the sole occupant of any*one’s cookbook shelf. “The*'With lishers wanted lots and lots of recipes, but anyone who wants five different ways of making an 'apjile pie can find that elsewhere, ""Mrs. Kilpatrick said. “Everyone of my recipes is original. Not a one wps copied from another cookbook. Tbe^e are a lot of things I could have Jpijt in there, like how to 67 an egg, bdt'eV(See COOKBOOK»p,1£>)

News of Record County emergency log Fire and rescue The following calls were routed through the dispatch center in the past week: Nov. 16:5:59 p.m., possible heart attack, Rt. 211, west of Sperryville, Sperryville Rescue Squad and Washington Fire Department. Nov. 18: 7:48 a.m., unconscious person, Rt. 628, Culpeper County, Amissville Fire Department. Nov. 20:10:41 p.m., Lifeline call, Rt. 611, Culpeper County, Amissville Fire Department; 7:50 a.m., illness, Rt. 660, Chester Gap Fire Department; 2:11 p.m., illness, Rt. 211 east, Flint Hill Fire Department. Nov. 21: 11:49 a.m., structure fire, Rt. 729, Culpeper County, Amissville Fire Department; 12:56 p.m., structure fire, Rt. 621, Culpeper County, Amissville Fire Department. Nov. 22:11:05 p.m., possible broken foot, Rt. 621, Culpeper County, Amissville Fire Department; 12:54 p.m., injury from fall, Rt. 621, Sperryville Rescue Squad and Washington Fire Department; 4:05 p.m., brush fire, Rt. 613, Amissville Fire Department. Sheriff Nov. 16: Suspicious vehicle, Rt. 604; hunting complaint, Rt. 707 and Rt. 604; hunting complaint, Rt. 626; auto accident, Town of Sperryville; hunting complaint, Rt. 637. Nov. 17: Cow on the highway, Rt. 211 west; reckless driving, Rt. 211 west of Washington; livestock on highway, Rt. 231; public service, Rt. 211 east. Nov. 18: Vandalism of mail box, Rt. 729 and Rt. 622; hunting complaint, Rt. 622, Harris Hollow; vandalized mailbox, Rt. 626; auto accident, Rt. 635, Hume Road; vandalism to mailbox, Rt. 618; animal complaint, Rt. 681; disturbance, Rt. 610, Chester Gap; illegal hunting, Rt. 637; tampering with mail, Rt. 618; disturbance, Castleton area. Nov. 19: Possible breaking and entering, Town of Sperryville; public service, Rt. 211 west; cow in the road, Rt. 211; intoxicated driver, Rt. 211 west; petit larceny, Rt. 211, Culpeper County; illegal hunting, Rt. 211. Nov. 20: Hunting from the road, Rt. 622, Shade Road; breaking and entering, Town of Washington; domestic, Rt. 630; auto accident, Rt. 522, Huntly; cow in road, Rt. 211 west. Nov. 21: Burglar alarm activated, Rt. 522; auto accident with deer, Rt. 522; breaking and entering, Rt. 618; animal complaint, Rt. 662, Huntly; domestic, Rt. 646, Viewtown area; suspicious vehicle, Rt. 628; auto accident with a bear, Rt. 211, west of Sperryville. Nov. 22: Breaking and entering, Rt. 608; breaking and entering, Rt. 631; vandalism, Rt. 631; reckless driving, Flint Hill area; larceny, Chester Gap area; breaking and entering, Rt. 630; public service, Amissville area; domestic, Rt. 612, Old Hollow. Nov. 23: Alarm activated, Rt. 627. :Real estate transactions | The following real estate transi fers were recorded during the past J week: i Norma J. Wilbur and wife to Patjrick Oliphant and others, Tract A, ' 33.252 acres, Tract B, 33.200 acres, J Tract C, 33 acres, Hawthorne Dis* trict. $190,576. ! Helen M. LaCava to Robert S. 1 Scott and wife, 5.001 acres, Jackson - District. $25,005. Miriam S. Harris and husband to 1 Alexandria Diamond Cab Company i Inc., 102.3410 acres, Wakefield Dis! trict. $204,682. \ Alexandria Cab Company Inc. to • James E. Yates III and wife, 104.3410 acres, Wakefield District. $204,682. John L. R. Gaines and wife to Katheryn Gaines and others, Parcel B, 16.887 acres. Gift. Samuel C. Vanneman and wife to Scott McKenzie and wife, 14.25 acres, Hampton District. $100,000. Clarence Ray Scott and wife to I. Christopher Parrish, 8 acres, Stonewall District. $12,000. James D. Russell and wife to Clarence Johnson and wife, Parcel A,i 16.4008 acres, Piedmont District. $15,320. Alan D. King and wife to Kenneth Shankle and wife, 2.10 acres, Piedmont District. $22,000. NOTICE Democratic Caucus (Mass Meeting) The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will hold a ^organizational caucus (mass meeting) on Friday, December 4, 1987, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the court room of the Rappahannock County Courthouse, Washington, Va., for the purpose of electing the members and officers of the Democratic Committee ! Rappahannock County who will serve a two year term, beginning January 1, 1988. Any registered voter of Rappahannock County who believes in the principles of the Democratic Party of Virginia is eligible to become a member of this Committee. Any such person wishing to have his or her name placed in nomination for membership on the Committee should attend the meeting. A slate of nominees will be presented, and in addition nominations may be made from the floor. Paid for and authorized by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee Yes!. Please enter my new / ~ subscription to / -.-V 3&appafjannocfe iietaiS3, Subscription rates by mail: Rappahannock & adjoining counties.$10.00/yr. Elsewhere in the U.S.$15.00/yr. Outside the U S.$15.00/yr. (plus postage billed quarterly) NAME:__ ADDRESS: ___ CITY:-_STATE:_ZIP:_ Mail subscnptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Rappahannock News, Washington, VA 22747. This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: Second class postage paid at the Post Office at Warren ton, VA. The Rappahannock News is published every Thursday by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Postmaster, please send 3579 to Box 631, Warrenton, VA 221860631. H? Lrlrfw 4 Others f;$ERVIN<r At WAVS •> ■ . * ^ j mmammmmm Photo courtesy of PTF.C PTEC’S STUDENT PRACTICAL NURSES recently installed new HOSA officers for the coming year. Seated, from left, Nancy Farley, secretary; Teresa Layton, president; Ann Hoffman, vice-president. Standing, from left, Susan Garrison, treasurer; Tina Dean, historian; Carol Brown, parliamentarian, and Kathy Patterson, reporter. Mailbox-bashing nets three arrests Three Fauquier County residents have been arrested and charged with the vandalism of 15 mailboxes in the Tiger Valley/Castleton area Tuesday morning. Sheriff John Henry Woodward credited the arrests to the observation and cooperation of a resident of the area. Capt. Ed Streapy, who investigated the incident, said that Lawrence Edward Hitt Jr., 21, Rt. 2, Box 276, Warrenton, Johnny Ray Dean, 19, Rt. 2, Box 440, Nokesville, and a juvenile male have each been charged with 13 counts of destruction of private property. Capt. Streapy said that the resident, who lives on Rt. 729 near Rt. 622, heard noises outside his house at about 1:45 a.m. He went out onto his porch and saw two men standing next to a car, beating on mailboxes with objects which were later identified as pipes. Capt. Streapy said that when the two realized they had been seen they jumped in their car and sped off, heading north on Rt. 729. The man gave chase in his car, and when he got close behind the other vehicle he r was able to get its license number. He followed the car to Rt. 211, where it turned right and headed east. The resident then went to the Sheriffs Department where he reported what he had seen. By tracing the car’s license number, Capt. Streapy was able to bring charges against the three. Sheriff Woodward said that the charges in the case were “the direct result of the alert action and cooperation of one of the county’s citizens. That’s how we were able to follow through on this case. That’s what we need — the cooperation of the county’s law-abiding residents. That’s what it takes - everyone working together - to help us do our job.” He added that the department’s dispatchers are always willing to take reports from residents about activities which they may have witnessed or heard about. “If you see something which seems suspicious, please report it. That information may be the key to making an arrest in an otherwise unsolvable crime.” Although investigators are not always immediately available, Sheriff Woodward said that such reports Rappahannock National Bank “Your community bank” Hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday evenings 5-7 Gay Street, Washington J 703-675-3519 J) INVITATION TO BID The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors hereby invites interested contractors to submit bids to provide all labor and materials for the provision of handicapped access to the Rappahannock County Courthouse in accordance with drawings and specifications which are available in the Building, Zoning and Administration Office of Rappahannock County, Washington, Va. from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. The bidding procedures for competitive sealed bidding provided by the Virginia Public Procurement Act, Section 11-37 et seq of the Code of Virginia, shall apply. The County reserves the right to have its architect inspect any portion of the construction project, to assure compliance wjth specifications. Sealed bids should be submitted to the Administrative Assistant of the Rappahannock County'Board of Supervisors, at P.O. Box 222, Washington, Virginia, 22747, so to be received by him no later than 3:00 P.M. on Friday, December 4, 1987, at which time bids will be opened and publicly read. To be acceptable a bid must state a fixed price, must contain the name, address and telephone number of the bidder, and must be signed by the bidder. The winning bidder will be expected to sign a standard A.I.A. or similar contract with the County of Rappahannock. Applicable provisions of the Virginia Public Procurement Act will be included in said contract. Rappahannock County reserves a right to reject any, or all, bids. BY:John W. McCarthy, Administrative Assistant to the Board of Supervisors Rappahannock County will be investigated as soon as possible. The sheriff also suggested that “when you read the weekly Emergency Log, printed on page two of the Rappahannock News, if you see a report about which you may have some knowledge, please call the Sheriffs Department at 675-3331.” Sheriff Woodward said that information given to the department will be kept confidential. Marriage Licenses The following marriage licenses were issued at the Clerk’s Office during the past week:. Berkley Glenn Williams, Chester Gap, and Tammy Roxanne North, Chester Gap. Gary Worth Timmons, Sperryville, and Deborah Sue Brown, Sperryville. Manuel Garcia Chavez and Joan Lynn Jenkins, Sperryville. Investment class at LFCC Lord Fairfax Community College is offering a two-evening class entitled “Personal Investment Strategies” on Monday, Nov. 30 and Wednesday, Dec. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. To register or for more information, contact the Lord Fairfax Community College Office of Continuing Education at (703) 869-1120. The cost for the course is $20. Regular Sales Every Tuesday HORSE SALE '2ndSat., 10a.m.. Every Month STATE GRADE FAT CATTLE 1st. Tues., 1 p.m. Every Month Mile East Of Marshall Rt 55 364-1566 Sexual battery charged A 24-year-old Manassas man is in custody after being charged with two counts of aggravated sexual battery. Matthew H. Jeffries, 9415 Stonewall Rd., Manassas, is being held in the Rappahannock County jail in lieu of $50,000 bond. The incident,-according to Capt. Ed Streapy of the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Department, occurred in August while Jeffries was a guest of some Rappahannock County residents. According to warrants filed by Capt. Streapy, Jeffries allegedly molested two juvenile girls who live at the home. Although Jeffries allegedly threatened the girls if they told anyone about the incident, they told their mother the next day. She reported it to the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Department. As a result of Capt. Streapy’s investigation, Jeffries was charged with the attacks. The case will be heard Dec. 10 in Rappahannock County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. (Editor’s note: Because of the sensitive nature of the alleged crimes, and the involvement of juveniles, the details of this case have not been published. Facts which might allow the names of the victims to become public knowledge will not be printed in the Rappahannock News.) Numbers needed to claim kids If you wish to claim children as dependents on the 1987 federal in-* come tax return, get a Social Security number for them now. When taxpayers file returns next year] numbers will be required for all dej pendent children five years old and older. ; Applying for a child’s Social Sef curity number now will ensure that; it is available when needed in 1988.' As more people become aware of this new regulation, the number of new Social Security accounts will in-1 crease considerably and processing time may take longer. Although people 18 or older need to apply in person, those under 18 may apply either by mail or in person to a local Social Security Admin.*istration office. The applicant must furnish three things: proof of birth, U.S. citizenship and identity. Acceptable proof would be both a certified birth certificate and another form of identification bearing the applicant’^ name (such as a report card, medical billing statement, baptismal certificate, library card or organizational card). For more information, visit thfc local Social Security office, 806 N". Main St., Culpeper, or call 825-3500; I Building ? 1 • Paint • Lumber \ • Millwork • Hardware Complete One-Step BUILDING SUPPLY WARRENTON BUILDING MATERIAL CO., INC. on the by-pass, Warrenton 347-1400 PUT YOUR FUTURE ON THE RIGHT TRACK Register for Winter Classes NOVEMBER 30, DECEMBER 1 & 2 Noon to 7:00 p.m. for information call 869-1120 ^ommu/u/^ *ioo//epd P.O. BOX 47. MIDDLETOWN. VA 22645 703-B69-1120

Sperryville Christmas Festival Nov. 27-29 The Sperry ville Business CouncO announced that it will hold a Christmas celebration, “A Blue Ridge Christmas,” on Nov. 27, 28 and 29. Shops throughout the quaint Rappahannock County village, nestled at the •foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, will be decorated and provide special offerings for ^holiday shoppers. -- Cheri Woodard, spokesman for the business council, said that the group organized the •Celebration “as an enjoyable and low-key alternative to the wild crush and crunch of the "traditional post-Thanksgiving chopping sprees” which have Come to be a fixture of the first ^weekend after Thanksgiving. “A Blue Ridge Christmas,” she said, will feature open •houses, shops with seasonal items and gifts at special prices, ‘ special gift ideas, door prizes, free refreshments, wreaths, "trees, greens, country Christmas '•decorations “and plenty of oldfashioned Christmas cheer.” Sperryville, Ms. Woodard said, offers a diverse choice of "gifts, clothing, decorations and ' local specialties, “all reflecting the rich traditional heritage of Virginia’s Blue Ridge 'Mountains. You can get “everything you want in Sperryville and have a pleasant country adventure while selecting the right gifts.” Shops throughout the town "and up Rt. 211 to the west of the "town will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. all three days, and most will feature special sales, •refreshments and other “open house” ideas. Most shops will be extending their business hours, if necessary, to accomodate the celebration’s schedule. In addition to Sperryville’s celebration, there are a number of Christmas tree farms which will be open for business, offering both balled and cut trees of varying heights, for the entire "weekend. %r Be Resourceful. Recycle. For Information Call 1-800 KEEP ITT Happy Ho&day ailamm. In celebration of ‘Thanksgiving The Village Cafe will he closed‘Thursday andjriday, November 26 & 27. MMkWtMMMMMj Real Estate d|J Eileen M. Day realtor HOME EQUITY LOAN LOOPHOLE QUESTION: Is it true that I can borrow money on my home equity, deduct the interest on the loan and use the funds to purchase a car, vacation or any other big-ticket item? - ANSWER: This is one of the unabashed loopholes provided to homeowners. Although tne Tax Reform Act phases out the deductibility of interest on car loans, credit cards and other consumer borrowing, you can get around this restriction with a home equity loan. Interest on such borrowing remains deductible, regardless of how you spend the money, as long as the total borrowed on your first and second mortgages and home equity loan doesn’t exceed the purchase price of the home plus the cost of any improvements. More good news. Interest on a home equity loan used for educational or medical expenses is FULLY deductible if it does not exceed the current MARKET value of the home less other outstanding mortgages. Also, interest on such a loan taken out on or before August 16, 1986 is fully deductible. If there is anything we can do to help you in the field of real estate, please drop in at EILEEN M. DAY, Realtor, The Clopton House, Washington, Va. 22747. Phone: 675-3033. We’re here to help. Rappahannock News photo/Lou Hatter HEADED FOR THE SLAUGHTERHOUSE are Charles Jackson’s seven hogs, which average 300 pounds each. Mr. Jackson, who lives in Scrabble, brought his granddaughter, Jessica Newkirk, to take a look at the animals last week. Jessica is the daughter of James and Ruth Newkirk. I Electric heater safety tips Government safety experts warn that half the deaths and one-third of the injuries resulting from portable electric heater fires occur when people use heaters overnight and the family is sleeping. If heaters must be used at night, a properly installed and maintained smoke detector in the same room may provide early warning of danger if a fire should occur. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates for 1985 indicate that fire departments responded to 3,700 residential fires involving portable electric heaters. These fires resulted in 160 deaths, 260 injuries and $50.6 million in property loss. CPSC suggests the following precautions for safe portable heater use: •Use heaters at least three feet away from objects such as bedding, furniture and drapes. Never use heaters to dry clothes or shoes. Do not place heaters where towels or other objects could fall on the heater and start a fire. •Use heaters on the floor. Never place heaters on furniture, since they may fall, dislodging or breaking parts in the heater. •Do not use heaters in wet or moist places such as bathrooms, as parts in the heater may be damaged. •String out cords on top of rugs or floors. Placing anything on top of the cord could cause the cord to overheat. •Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Using an extension cord with high wattage appliances can start a fire. If you must use an extension cord, it must be marked .14 or .12 AWG; this Looking for a bargain? Check th? classifieds in )t Rappahannock i^etosi. u qiJ! $300 REWARD for information leading to the return of our family pet; a Black Lab, male, white front paw. Lost Rt. 231 area. 703/987-8361 TAX NOTICE Personal Property and Real Estate Taxes are due on or before December 5th to avoid a 10% penalty. In as much as the 5th falls on Saturday payments may be made without penalty on Monday, December 7th. If you have not received a bill you may call the Treasurer’s Office at 703-675-3334. \ Office Hours 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday Frances A. Foster, County Treasurer Traditional Buffet 12 noon - 3 pm •Turkey & Dressing •Smoked Ham •Roast Top Round of Beef •Baked Chicken •Seafood Newburg •Bar-B-Que Ribs •Pasta •Macaroni & Cheese •Rice. Vegetable & Potato •Soup & Salad Bar •Beverage ALL YOU CARE TO EAT $IQ9S children under 12 - *6*" Aberdeen Bam 825-1037 Rt. 29 South-Culpeper J tells the thickness or gauge of the wire in the cord. For example, a cord sold as an air conditioner extension cord will have these heavy wires. Do not use a cord marked . 16 or .18 AWG. •Be sure the plug fits snugly in the outlet. Since a loose plug may overheat, have a qualified repairman replace the worn out plug or outlet. Since heaters draw lots of power, the cord and plug may feel warm. But if the plug feels too hot to touch, .unplug the heater and have a qualified repairman check for problems. If the heater and its plug are found to be working properly, have the outlet replaced. Using a heater with a hot cord or plug could start a fire. To report a product-related accident, consumers may call the CPSC toll-free hotline at 800-638-2772. The teletypewriter line for the hearing impaired is 800-638-8270. r Jenkins’ license suspended cr & The Virginia Auctioneers Board has suspended the license to auction of John Walker Jenkins of Sperryville, according to the Virginia Department of Commerce. A bulletin issued by the department states that the twoyear suspension, along with a fine of $1,000 and costs of $860.69, were imposed as a result of an administrative hearing held earlier this year. Mr. Jenkins, who trades as Jenkins Auction House, was found to be guilty of Section 54-1.20 of the Code of Virginia and regulation 3.9.1 of the Auctioneers Board relating to failure to pay a seller for goods sold at auction. According to a report submitted to the Auctioneers Board by F. Mather Archer, who presided at the administrative hearing, the complaint against Mr. Jenkins was brought in September 1985 by Nancy S. Crossman of Amissville. She alleged that he had agreed to sell a number of household items for her in February 1985. Mr. Jenkins, according to Mr. Archer’s report, entered into an “oral contract” with Ms. Crossman to sell her goods within “two to three weeks,” with Mr. Jenkins receiving a 20 percent commission and the balance to be paid to Ms. Crossman. According to the findings made at the hearing, Mr. Jenkins took possession of the auction items in February, but did not contact Ms. Crossman as he agreed. In fact, Mr. Archer’s report said, “Sale of Crossman’s goods was not completed until about November 1985, but Jenkins threw into the trash several of her ‘small’ items which he was unable to sell.” Although Mr. Jenkins promised, at a meeting in August 1985, “to ‘clean it- up’ in a week and give her her share of the proceeds,” Ms. Crossman did not in fact hear from Mr. Jenkins again until November 1986. At that time he contacted her in reply to her mother’s written request for an explanation about what had happened to the articles and/or money for them, Mr. Archer’s report said. The situation was compli- 9 cated, the hearing officer re-fi ported, because “in the _ meantime Jenkins had lost his sales receipts which were the^ only record of sales of Cross- m man’s property. Although he'* kept a ledger record of sales of his own goods,” the report states, “Jenkins’ only records of sales of Crossman’s goods consisted of sales receipts kept in a ci-tdl gar box on his desk.” •(( Mr. Archer’s report concludes that Mr. Jenkins’ failure.’ >h to pay Ms. Crossman was due to-A his difficulty in selling some of.’V the items; his plan to finish selling everything before settling with Ms. Crossman; his “neg-'A ligent and inadequate recordkeeping, resulting in the loss of'A his only records of the sales;,A (and) his refusal... to pay a settlement amount, and . . . his de-i •* mand upon her that she proved! the value of the goods.” „•> The “conclusions of law” reached by Mr. Archer found that Mr. Jenkins was in violation '1 of the Auctioneers Board regula-' ‘ tions by his refusal to pay Ms. Crossman; by his discarding,''1 without first contacting Ms.” • Crossman, small items which he was unable to sell; and by refus-’ ’ ing to reach a settlement without 1 proof offered by Ms. Crossman of • the value of the items by ap- 1 praisal. <• * “However, there are mitigat- ‘ ing circumstances,” Mr. Arche/' notes in the conclusions. “Jenkins’ failure to pay was not an effort to defraud Crossman of her money or property. Rather, his^;> failure resulted from his selfish-,, interest in selling his own goods^ his negligent record-keeping.,, with regard to Crossman’s goods, and his waiting for Cross--,, man to make a demand for the,« fair value that Jenkins ought to have paid her on his own initiative.” ►jj The final note contained in' * Mr. Archer’s report asserts that, “Although Jenkins, the expert „.•] did propose to pay her a fair va-. n lue (without specifying a dollar amount) if she proved a value,:n that is not an acceptable substw;c . i (See JENKINS, p. 18) (A Hudson & Thomas, P.C. CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS ONGOING ADVISORS TO SMALL AND EMERGING BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS !* ill H * BUSINESS ADVISORY SERVICES * STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE * PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING * TAX PLANNING AND PREPARATION * CLIENT ACCOUNTING SERVICES^ * COMPUTERIZED PROJECTIONS * FINANCE CASH FLOW NEEDS * CONSULTING PUT EXPERIENCE ON YOUR TEAM : 70 Main Street, Warrenton, VA 22186 506 S. 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Kappaijannoctt ilttos An Independent Newspaper Established 1877 Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL LOU HATTER Publisher Managing Editor JOHN T. McEWAN BARBARA C. BURKE JOHN T. TOLER President General Manager Exec. Vice Pres. ANN BROWN, Account Executive To Subscribe Phone (703) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $8.00 a year in Rappahannock and adjoining counties $10.00 a year elsewhere in the United States BACK COPIES: 3 months or more 70c. 1 -2 years - $1.00; over 2 years - $3.00 (if available) OFFICE: Rappannock News Bldg., Washington, Va. 22747 HOURS: 8:30 a m. to 5:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Published by Arundel Newspapers, Inc. Member, Audit Bureau of Circulation. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26,1987 Editorial Happy birthday, Mrs. Fletcher . Mrs. Martha (Mattie Ball) Fletcher celebrated her 99th •birthday on Monday. Along with her family, President and •Mrs. Ronald Reagan, Sen. John Warner, Willard Scott and all .of her many friends throughout the county and beyond, we’d Hike to extend our best wishes as well. Mrs. Fletcher refused to grant the occasion any weight. ’“The only thing old age is good for,” she told a room full of visitors Monday morning, “is as an excuse for all the things I haven’t gotten done.” Those who have known Mrs. Fletcher, however, would remind her of the many things which she has e($ne, the many lives she has touched and made richer. J Mrs. Fletcher, for her part, said that she had planned to gfraway and hide out on Monday, and only a “slight spell” last Weekend prevented her from being nowhere to be found when qiOers knocked on her door Monday. Each one of her visitors, however, seemed delighted to find her at home; and each Se#med to depart a little happier. It’s appropriate, especially as we make preparations to celebrate Thanksgiving, a holiday traditionally observed with fkfluly, that one of Rappahannock’s oldest residents marks Another milestone. Though Mrs. Fletcher didn’t mention it, there’s another important thing that age imparts. It’s a wisdom, a way of looking at life, which enriches the lives of all those who take time to listen. That listening is important, and is something that too few people take the time to do. Our older citizens, whether they .^relatives, neighbors or acquaintances, have a wealth of knowledge — our heritage — to share. The holiday is an appropriate time to reflect on that heritage. -I * And to Mrs* Fletcher, a happy birthday, and many happy returns. ___ ► ► ^Balanced budg et favored £ “An amendment to the Constitution is imperative in order to force Jthe Congress and the President to »set up the necessary spending prioriJjjties to balance the budget,” said ►U.S. Congressman D. French ^Slaughter jr jn his statement this •iweek to a subcommittee of the jHouse Judiciary Committee. •!, ‘.This resolution would compel pCpngress to face up to the tough, but ►necessary, budget choices that must Po made by making it difficult to jriaise taxes and overspend,” Mr. •Slaughter explained. He is an origiJnaf sponsor of House Joint Resolution 321, the Balanced Budget •Amendment, which has been entdbrsed by more than 230 members of •Congress. '•‘While this measure won’t solve «aty>pf our problems, there is certainly Ja better prospect of it working than •tjie budget process we have now,” said. • ^ *Mr. Slaughter, who said that “acJtidn is imperative,” explained that •the balanced budget amendment *w;9Uld require the President to sub•tpif a balanced budget to Congress. £ft'would also require a single reve•itbe estimate which may not be exceeded by total outlays unless a Jtlu^e-fifths majority of both Houses Jvqfes otherwise or if there is a state •of~national emergency. The amend ment would also require Congress to repay any debt incurred during the previous year, and it would require a majority roll call vote to approve a tax increase. “This Constitutional amendment could provide a framework for a solution to runaway spending that has plagued the federal government for the last several decades,” Mr. Slaughter explained. “As an original sponsor of the Balanced Budget Amendment, I urge the adoption of this amendment as a critically needed measure in our efforts to deal with the problem of the federal deficit,” he said. “The makers of the Constitution established a flexible amendment procedure in order to meet the contemporary needs of the people. The House should use this procedure to aggressively meet one of the most serious issues facing the Congress and the nation — chronic federal overspending,” said Mr. Slaughter, a member of the House Judiciary Committee. The Balanced Budget Amendment must be passed by a two-thirds vote of Congress and a'three-fourths margin of the states before being added to the Constitution. Virginia is one of the many states that require a balanced state budget each year by law. Rappahannock’s [representatives Listed below are the names, addresses and telephone numbers of Rappahannock County’s elected representatives in the Virginia General Assembly. They may be reached at either their district offices or at their offices in Richmond. i State Senate, 26th District Honorable Kevin G. Miller General Assembly Building Room 355 910 Capitol Street Richmond, Va. 23219 (804) 786-7288 417 Mountain View Drive Harrisonburg, Va. 22801 (703) 568-6842 House of Delegates, 31st District Hon. Raymond R. Guest Jr. General Assembly Building Room 614 910 Capitol Street Richmond, Va. 23219 (804) 786-7395 27 South Royal Avenue Front Royal, Va. 22630 (703)635-8822 Commentary Rappahannock Heritage Letters to the editor Mobile homes the answer To the editor: I can’t help but comment on the suggestion by the Virginia Housing Study Commission to solve the housing problem in Virginia. They suggest that a state fupd be established to help localities and non-profit groups combat the housing problem of the working poor. Many of us in the housing industry are very familiar with the problem, and the cause. The problem is that there is little or no low price housing available to low income groups. There is a severe shortage in Northern Virginia, and I imagine elsewhere. We’ve had many cases of families living in tents, and groups of workers living in campers. It’s a pathetic situation. Taxpayers and public officials should be aware that the shortage is CAUSED by local, state and federal government taxation, over-regula tion of the housing industry, and local zoning and land use regulation. It is now absolutely impossible to build-eonventionaLLawcost housing. The only real low cost houses are mobile homes and they are zoned out of most areas. 6 The proposal to spend more tax money to solve the problem is the usual one offered by those who will not admit that government caused the problem. But, no matter what the cost, they contend the government can solve it. Taxpayers, consumers and homeowners should be aware that this solution is going to cost them plenty. I submit that the only real solution is to reduce taxes and the unnecessary regulations that inhibit the housing industry. MASON GARDNER Gainesville 4-lane Rt. 211 IS needed To the editor: I think putting in a 4-lane highway between Washington and Sperryville is a very good idea. For people who need to travel this road daily, it will be a Godsend. The present two-lane highway is a very dangerous road, especially with the many 18-wheelers using it. Not only that, there are several very bad intersections and turnoffs, such as the intersection at Rt. 622 that enters Gid Brown Hollow, and the entrance to the Rappahannock Farmers’ Co-op. Although there is a sign that says “turning vehicles,” some motorists don’t' heed it and a driver could get bumped clear off the road. Also, this being the only main highway from Luray to Fairfax, in rush hour it’s also very dangerous. There are many motor ists who commute back and forth to work from Luray and Stanley across the mountain in the valley. I don’t think two more lanes of highway would make that much difference to businesses in Sperryville. This scenic little town is well known and even with a lot of advertising and signs people will still come here. Washington is already bypassed, but on the 4th of July it doesn’t keep this town from being very rtmch alive. We don’t need all of the congestion of bumper-to-bumper traffic and motorists taking dangerous chances trying to pass slower moving vehicles. I welcome the 4-lane highway - the sooner the better. DALE BURKE Washington Jury out on blaze orange The first fatalities of Virginia’s new hunting season came a day later than in the last two years, but state game officials say it is too early to tell whether the state’s blaze-orange law is working. ( "In the last two years, on opening day, we’ve had at least one person shot and killed who was mistaken for game,” said Capt. Herb Foster, the hunter-safety coordinator for the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. This year, the first two fatalities were reported Tuesday, the second day of the season, he said. Blaze orange failed to prevent two woundings that occurred during the cross-fire that broke out when game wandered between separate parties of hunters, Foster said. But the wounded hunters may have been too well-hidden for the other hunters to see their orange he said. In four other woundings reported by Wednesday afternoon, blaze orange would have made no difference in two, while Foster did not have details from the other two. One of the deaths would not have been prevented by blaze orange since it was the result of a self-inflicted wound, Foster said. But the other death came when a hunter in Floyd County was mistaken for a turkey, he said. “One of the two fatalities, it wouldn’t have made any difference what he was wearing,” Foster said. He shot himself in the leg in a tree stand and fell out of the tree.” The victim, who was identified by Patrick County officials as Ed Clark, 40, of Bassett, apparently died of a broken neck, Foster said. Patrick Lewis Branch, 25, who died Tuesday in the Floyd County shooting, was not wearing blaze orange, officials said. “He was mistaken for a turkey,” Foster said. “He was not wearing blaze orange. If he had had blaze orange on, he might not have been shot.” More than the six reported non-fatal accidents may have occurred by the afternoon of Nov. 18 and gone unreported if they did not lead to serious injuries, he said. Foster said it was too early to tell if the blaze-orange law was working. Authorities had hoped the law would cut hunting fatalities by as much as one-half. Across Virginia ‘It 11 take more than a full year,” Foster said. “To analyze a trend, to say whether or not it’s working, give us three to five years.” Foster said he was not sure how well Virginia hunters have been complying with the blaze-orange law, but another state game official, Charles Hunter, said that after 12 people were cited statewide on opening day, there have been no more reports of violations. Hunters who break the law are subject to a $25 fine, but perhaps a bigger deterrent is the possibility that officials can revoke a hunter’s license for 12 months if two violations occur, Foster said. He said that of last year’s 13 hunting fatalities in Virginia, nine occurred when hunters mistook fellow sportsmen for game. “If people don’t comply, we’re going to continue having accidents,” Foster said. Absentee ballots probed RICHMOND — Virginia’s top election official has called for revising the state’s law on absentee ballots in the wake of voting irregularities in several counties during the Nov. 3 election. ‘There is a tremendous opportunity for abuse,” Susan Fitz-Hugh, executive secretary of the state Board of Elections, said Nov. 18. “The law needs to be tightened up.” The irregularities, which have prompted an investigation in southwest Virginia’s Wise County, included the mailing of large numbers of absentee ballots to individuals other than the actual voters. In some cases, Fitz-Hugh said, people handling the ballots included local law enforcement officers, party officials and candidates for office. State law allows voters to designate on an absentee-ballot application that they wish to have the ballot sent to an address other than their own. The sealed ballot also can be mailed in by someone other than the voter. Fitz-Hugh said she notified the attorney general’s office on Monday about the irregularities, which included problems in Arlington and Page counties as well as Wise. Bert Rohrer, a spokesman for Attorney General Mary Sue Terry, said the office has offered to assist in the Wise County probe but has not been asked to do so. Brenda Merica, voter registrar in Page, said the existing absentee system has been around for years and allows voting by people who might have trouble getting to the polls because they live in remote mountain areas. But Fitz-Hugh said there were indications that absentee ballots were used as a convenience by people who did not want to take the trouble to show up at the polls. “Most of the applications from Wise indicated that people needed absentee ballots because business reasons would keep them from the polls,” she said. “But now I’m hearing that a lot of the people who said that are unemployed.” State law generally allows absentee voting by students, disabled people, military service people and individuals whose business will keep them from being at their home precinct on election day. David Mullins, a detective in the Wise County Sheriffs Department, said the local probe has focused on absentee ballots mailed in by people other than those who actually voted. Officials said as many as 100 of the 800 absentee ballots sent in by Wise County voters may have fit that category. The county, with a population of 45,200, had only 300 fewer absentee ballots than far more populous Chesterfield County, a Richmond suburb with almost 158 000 residents. ’ * Meantime, votinS records in Wise indicate that 21 absentee ballots were mailed to the address of Coebum Police Chief F. Harold Markham, the Richmond Times-Dispatch reported Thursday. The newspaper said 20 other absentee ballots went to four relatives of Markham who is Democratic chairman of the Coebum Dre^ cinct. ^ nearly 100 absentee ballots were sent to five people, including a deputy sheriff and a candidate for local office, the newspaper said. V

Documents needed to claim VA benefits By DANUEL SMITH Veteran*’ Claim RcpreeentatWe At least once a month, someone comes into our office to ask a question or file a claim, and the person doesn t have proof of military service. Before you can obtain your veteran s benefits, it is essential to have this proof. Most of the time, we can obtain duplicates of discharges and medical records, but then sometimes you hear the story about the fire. The truth is, there really was a fire, at the main document storage facility in St. Louis, Mo., in 1973. This fire destroyed some 18 million service records belonging mainly to those who served in the Army between 1912 and 1959. This period, unfortunately, included World Wars I and II, aa well as the Korean War. Another record loss, about one million files, were those of persons serving in the U.S. Air Force between 1947 and 1963. No Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard records were lost. So what happens if you were one of the unfortunate ones who had your file burned? It can be reconstructed, but it takes time and work. We need any information you might have pertaining to your military service (pay slips, copies of military travel orders, almost anything). And, if none of this can be found? Well, how about letters you wrote home while in service or photos of yourself in uniform, dog tags, news paper dippings, and such? We have worked with all these and more. Sometimes, if the veteran is deceased, the family knows only his service number and approximate dates of service. We send anything we have into the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis. Here, they reconstruct a file, and if possible, issue a Certificate of Sendee. This certificate is a certified document for all purposes, including VA benefits. If the veteran is seeking serviceconnected disability benefits, it is very important to have proof that you were treated for those disabilities while in service or shortly after discharge from active duty (within the first year). We have had several veterans who were injured 40 years ago, and who have come in to file a claim for compensation. Without records, it is almost impossible. When all else fails, we resort to signed statements of persons who knew of the injury or illness. These are sometimes accepted as evidence. Remember, we are here to help the veteran. If you have any questions, you should call us, or come to see us at our Front Royal Main Office (24 East Stonewall Drive (6354201) or at one of the travel itinerary points (Winchester, Woodstock, Luray, Berryville, “Little Washington,” or VAMC at Martinsburg). We look forward to serving you, the veteran, and your dependents/survivors. November is Adoption Month Governor Gerald L. Baliles has designated the month of November as Adoption Month in Virginia. This observation indudes National Adoption Week, traditionally observed during Thanksgiving week. “For several years, this meaningful American family season has been a time to call attention to waiting children who are growing up without the secure foundation of a permanent family to call their own,” ; said a spokesman for the state’s Department of Social Services. . The department reports that, as 4 of Sept. 30, some 5,874 Virginia children were living in foster care. At , that time, 689 of these children were ‘ legally free for adoption, with child ! welfare workers seeking permanent families for them. During the most ; recent fiscal year, 370 Virginia chili dren were adopted through the pub■ lie social service system. Many people interested in adopting are childless couples seeking ; healthy infants; but, due to a variety ; of social trends, very few healthy in■ fants are available. However, cou, pies and single adults who are : genuinely interested in becoming ; parents can find special children who are seeking permanent homes. Most of these children have one or more characteristics that define I them as “special needs” adoptions or ; “hard-to-place” children. Specific ; characteristics include: being above ; five years of age; having a physical, mental, emotional, or developmental handicap; being a member of a sibling group to be adopted together, or being a member of a minority race. Some children available for adoption have suffered abuse or neglect. All have endured separation from their biological families. Many have been waiting several years for a permanent home. Over the last decade, requirements for adoption have been liberalized, so far more households now qualify to adopt children. Even income need no longer be an obstacle, particularly if the child to be adopted has special medical, psychological, or educational requirements. Adoption subsidies are often available to help adoptive families pay for special medical, psychological, or educational requirements. Adoption subsidies are often available to help adoptive families pay for special services. Also, children and families are not limited to placement within their own localities. Statewide and nationwide systems help match children with the best families for them, regardless of geographical areas. For complete information about adopting a special, waiting child, Rappahannock residents can call the county’s social services office, 675-3326, or the Virginia Department of Social Services, toll-free, at 1-800-DOADOPT. Quid In Need! Call now to find out how you can be a good neighbor by sponsoring a needy Third World child. 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Weakley of Rt. 640, Amissville, has completed basic training at LacklamJ^AFB, Texas. He is now assigned as a communications specialist with a unit of the Air Defense Command at Hamilton AfcB, Calif. Airman Weakley is a 1967 graduate of Rappahannock High School. A. L. (Ike) Eller, Associate Extension Animal Husbandman of Virginia Tech, will demonstrate freeze branding of cattle Dec. 5 at the D. D. Miller and Son Farm. Cattlemen are urged to be on time so they can see, hear and ask questions about every detail employed in this method of identifying cattle. 15 YEARS AGO -RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS From the Nov. 30,1972, edition The annual Madison County fox drag race was held last Saturday on the farm of Lawton Blankenbaker in Madison County. After the race, the horn blowing contests were held for both junior and senior classes. Little Randy Smith of Amissville was the winner of the junior competition. Young Randy blew some strong notes that rivalled the lungs of the more experienced hornmen. The Rappahannock Jaycees are making preparations for a toy workshop at which they will repair and renovate toys for Christmas boxes to be given away. The club members are asking for used toys that can be repaired for the community project. The finished products will be distributed in Christmas baskets to some people who need help. 10 YEARS AGO RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS From the Dee. 1,1977, edition Boy Scout Troop 123 of Washington will hold a Christmas sale on the weekends of Dec. 10 and 17 at Trinity Epis. copal Church in Washington. Scouts will be there from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both Saturdays and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sundays, selling Christmas trees, baked goods and tree ornaments. Leonard Edwards of Woodville bagged a big buck last week with a rifle in that area. The antlers spanned more than 21 inches. While hunting Edwards also found a pair of perfect antlers lying on the ground in the woods. 5YEARSAGO RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS From the Dec. 2, 1982, edition Bill Payne of Amissville has been elected to serve as assistant to the first vice-president as well as showgrounds chairman of the Virginia State Appaloosa Horse Association. Payne with his wife Mauri runs Rock Bottom Appaloosa Farm on Route 729. Kristie Johnson, senior at Rappahannock County High School, has been selected for the DAR “Good Citizen” award, sponsored by the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Culpeper Minutemen. Thanksgiving closings The following businesses and county offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday: Rappahannock County Schools will be closed on Thursday and Friday. Rappahannock County government offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, as will the county’s Social Services Department. Family Guidance Services of Rappahannock will be closed Thursday and Friday. In case of emergency, clinic staff may be reached by calling 675-3329. The Rappahannock County Library will be closed Thursday and Friday. The Rappahannock National Bank in Washington and the Farmers and Merchants National Bank in Flint Hill will be closed Thursday, as will the post offices. The news and business office of the Rappahannock News will be closed Thursday, but will open for regular business hours Friday. THANKSGIVING DINNER at HORSESHOE HILLS FAMILY RESTAURANT Rt. 211, West of Sperry ville 703-987-9005 Menu Turkey, homemade stuffing, hot rolls, water cress, mashed potatoes, homemade gravy, peas and cranberiy sauce. Desserts: Homemade pies, pumpkin, sweet potatoe, apple, , lemon, ice cream Complete dinner Adults $6 Children under 12 $3 Serving 12 noon until 9 p.m. INVITATION TO BID The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors hereby invites all interested contractors to submit bids to provide all labor and materials for replacing the heating unit in the Rappahannock County Courthouse. Said unit is an oil-fired, hot water system which heats both the Courthouse as well as the Commissioner of the Revenue and T reasurer’s buildings. The bidding procedures for competitive sealed bidding provided by the Virginia Public Procurement Act Section 11-37 of the Code of Virginia shall apply. Sealed bids should be submitted to the Building, Zoning, and Administration Office at P. O. Box 222, Washington, VA 22747, so as to be received no later than 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 4, 1987, at which time bids will be opened and publicly read. To be acceptable a bid must state a fixed price, must contain the name, address and telephone number of the bidder, and must be signed by the bidder. Rappahannock County reserves the right to reject any, or all, bids. By: John W. McCarthy Administrative Assistant Board of Supervisors Rappahannock County Out of the Attic Photo courtesy of A. H. Keyset OUT FOR A RIDE on Red Oak Mountain are Aubrey H. '^ Keyser and Ann Slaughter Keyser. The photo was taken in1 1922. C.A.R.E. ready for holiday Colonel R. L. Suthard, superintendent of the Virginia State Police, announced that the department will participate in Operation C.A.R.E. - an acronym for Combined Accident Reduction Effort — during the Thanksgiving Day holiday period. Operation C.A.R.E. is a statesponsored national program begun in 1977 and designed to reduce crashes, injuries and deaths during the major holiday periods of Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. The program has been expanded to include Thanksgiving Day weekend which begins this year at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 25 and continues through midnight, Sunday, Nov.;29. “It is critically important that we take every step we can to reduce deaths and injuries on our highways,” said Colonel Suthard, “and our participation in Operation C.A.R.E. during the Thanksgiving Day weekend helps call attention to this situation.” Virginia’s involvement in Operation C.A.R.E. includes increasing the number of troopers patrolling certain sections of interstate, piv mary and secondary roads where experience indicates high traffic volume and/or high crash frequency can be anticipated. The department’s objective is to encourage “nib*torists to comply with state traffic laws by increasing the visibility^ troopers. “However, the real key to reducing crashes, injuries fnd fatalities said Colonel Suthard, “will ahtpg$ be the exercising of safe driving practices by the motoring pubu£ And safe driving practices include driving defensively, obeying 'itfl state traffic laws and using sa^Jty restraints.” Last year during the holiday^ riod, state troopers patrolled 142,988 miles and assisted 2,^3 stranded or otherwise distressed motorists. They also arrested or Issued summonses to 5,120 motoriM#, including 3,303 for speeding, 622>fpr reckless driving, 86 for drinking and driving and 1,109 for other hazardous violations. ; NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF A ;-s COGENERATION RATE PROCEEDING ° FOR THE POTOMAC EDISON COMPANY ''.o' On October 16,1987, The Potomac Edison Company (“Potomac Edison”) filed an application with the State Corporation Commit sion requesting, among other things, a decrease in the rates to be paid for power purchased from cogeneration and small power production facilities. The Commission has scheduled a public hearing before a Hearing Examiner to commence at 10:00 a.m., January 27,1 in the Commission's 3rd Floor Courtroom, Jefferson Buildingr Bank and Governor Streets, Richmond, Virginia for the purposed receiving evidence related to the establishment of the rates to paid by Potomac Edison to cogenerators and small povye£ producers. ^. All testimony, exhibits, and other data filed by Potomac Edison will be available for public inspection at all company offioeslrv Virginia where bills may be paid, and at the Commission’s Document Control Center, Floor B-1, Jefferson Buildirro, Richmond, Virginia. * Any interested person (public witness) desiring to make ^ statement at the hearing should appear in the Commission’s 3rd Floor Courtroom at 9:45 a.m. on the hearing date and identify himself or herself to the Bailiff. *: On or before December 14,1987, 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 twenty (20) copies of a Notice of Protest, as described in SCC Rule 5:16(&) with the Clerk of the Commission and serve a copy upon Potomgtp Edison. Service upon the utility shall be directed to Philip J. Bray, Esquire, The Potomac Edison Company, Downsville PiReT Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. On or before January 8, 1988, each protestant shall file an original and twenty (20) copies of a Protest [SCC Rule 5:16(b)] and an original and twenty (20) copies of the prepared testimony and exhibits protestant intends to present at the public hearing, and serve two (2) copies each upon Potomac Edison and each protestant. All written communications to the Commission regarding this proceeding shall identify Case No. PUE870082 and be directed to: George W. Bryant, Jr., Clerk SCC Document Control Center P.0 Box 2118 Richmond, Virginia 23216 Potomac Edison Part of the Allegheny Power System

Church a Activities * Revival at Gid Brown T. 1 Revival services will be conducted at Gid Brown Bible Church Nov. 29 through Dec. 5 by Evangelist Lacy Brooks from Bluefield, W.Va. The service Nov. 29 will begin at 10 a.m. with the Sunday School, folloed by worship service at 11. The evening services “ihroughout the week will begin at 7:30. ' There will be special singing each evening, a nursery will be prof vided and transportation can be arranged by calling 675-3662. Gid Brown pastor John Burke invites the public to attend. £ Family Worship Center Pastor: Rev. William “Bill” Taylor Phone: 987-8014 Sunday: Monday: Jr, Wednesday: ! ,1 ^Thursday: Bible Class. All ages. 9:30 a.m. Adult Worship and Children’s Church 10:30 a.m. Aerobics. All welcome. No charge. 6:30 p.m. Intercessory Prayer 6:25 p.m. Praise Singing 7 p.m. Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Aerobics. All welcome. No charge. 6:30 p.m. Youth Night 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. IN ethers Mill Lighthouse Tabernacle Weekly services at Nethers Mill Lighthouse Tabernacle include Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5:30 p.m. The Rev. Charles Clinedinst, pastor, invites the public to attend. h; St. Peter’s Catholic Mission Old School Annex Washington Pr. Albert Verbeke, C.I.C.M. Holy Masses: Sundays: 9 a.m. (Sung) and 11 a.m. -v Sunday School j t For grades K-6 after the 9 o’clock Mass -■>; For grades 7-10on Sunday afternoon Mass on weekdays (Monday - Friday) 8:30 a. m. JHoly Days: Mass at 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Communion for the sick and homebound: on First »>. Friday, First Saturday and as needed by appointment, call 675-3432. Quaker meeting There is an hour of silent worship on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Middle Street Gallery. ■f Mt. Lebanon Baptist Rt. 522 at Scrabble ,!0 Pastor: John Warren ji Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 ajn, ., Tj;‘ Morning Worship 11 a. m. *■' Bible Study 7 p. m. ;]•' Wednesday: Prayer Meeting 7:30 p. m. C4 Amissville Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. J. Paul Franklin Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a. m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer, Praise and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. County Methodist Services l' The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for 'Sunday, Nov. 29, as follows: Flint Hill at 9 a.m., Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor, invites the public to attend. Washington Baptist Church ^ Pastor: Rev. Larry C. Hovis e Thursday: "Sunday: “Wednesday: Thanksgiving Day Service at Flint Hill Methodist Church 10 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church Sperryville 'Sunday: Bible Study 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a. m., guest speaker Tom VonFange Trinity Episcopal Church Thursday: Thanksgiving Day Service at Flint Hill Methodist *’ Church 10 a.m. ' Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Mens Corporate Communion Church School 9:45 a.m. \ Morning Prayer 11 a. m. Ladies day at Chester Gap Baptist On Sunday, Nov. 29, the ladies of Chester Gap Baptist Church will be in charge of the 11 o’clock service. Other services for the day ■include Sunday School at 10 a.m. and the evening service at 6:30. Sperry ville Assembly of God T Pastor: Rev. Ray Campbell Sr. ..Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a. m. h Worship Service 11 a. m. Young People 6:30 to 7:30 p. m. Evening Worship 7:30 p. m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p. m. Saturday: Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Steven D. Parker Phone: 703/937-4397 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Diet Support Group 7 p.m. Jr. & Adult Choir Practice 7:30 p.m. Wood ville Baptist Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study and Choir Practice 7:30 p. m. Sunday: Monday: - Sunday: Rappahannock News flic photo THE RAPPAHANNOCK GARDDEN CLUB is making wreaths, swags and garlands for the holidays. Due to the demand, members urge that orders be placed early. Call Helen Fairfax, 675-3556, or Elizabeth Johnson, 987-8300, to order greens. Pickup will be at the Washington Fire Hall. Community Concert series “Fascinatin’ Rhythms,” a Golden Anniversary Concert of the familiar and uniquely American music of George Gershwin, will be the gala opening presentation of the 1987-88 Community Concert season. Scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 8 p.m. in the Culpeper County High School Auditorium, the production will feature a cast of five talented young musicians in a combination of instrumental and vocal arrangements. Such favorites as “Someone To Watch Over Me,” “I Got Rhythm,” “Rhapsody in Blue,” “Lady, Be Good,” and “Embraceable You” will be played, sung and/or danced in the program. The performers include Kevin Cole, pianist, who has played the works of Gershwin privately for family and friends of the late com poser and publicly in New York and London; Kevin Berdini, vocalist with a wide range of experience on Broadway and in Hollywood; Lora Jeanne Martens, who has sung on and off Broadway, in nightclubs, and has appeared on television; Thomas Shepard, who has performed in all media of the entertainment fields including leads in stock, dinner, and theatre productions, and Barbara Turvett, who comes directly from an appearance in Atlantic City, and has also been featured in some 50 shows throughout the country. This opening concert will also provide an opportunity for newcomers and late reriewers to join the five-county association. Tables will be set up where memberships may be purchased at a cost of $21 single, $6 student, $48 family, and $27 single-parent family. It’s a boy! Mr. and Mrs. Maury A. Sutphin of White Post are the proud parents (of a son, Mitchell Allan, bom Thursday, Nov. 12, at Warren Memorial Hospital. He weighed eight pounds, three ounces and was 19 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Rinker of Washington, and Charles E. Sutphin of Flint Hill is the paternal grandfather. Great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. William Fulcher of Woodstock and great-grandfather is Raymond Sutphin of Flint Hill. Mitchell also has a sister, Daniella. Memberships are also available by sending a check, made payable to “Community Concert Association,” for the appropriate amount to Headquarters Secretary, Mrs. James McCullough, Box 231, Locust Grove, Va. 22508. Membership in the local association also offers reciprocal concert attendance privileges with concert associations in Manassas and Fairfax. As with all Community Concerts, attendance is limited to members only and no single concert admissions are sold. News around Woodville r i By JUNE CLARK Phoar 967-027 Mr. and Mrs. Bobby O’Bannon and children Jason and Katie visited Mr. and Mrs. Maurice O’Bannon Saturday. Mrs. Edna Woodward, Jeffery and Tabitha of Castleton and Don Biggerstaff of Richmond were guests Sunday of Mrs. Ada Burke and Ruth Rowles. Nancy Jenkins of Washington was a dinner guest Sunday evening of Mrs. Opie Crawford and Ray Crawford. Dr. and Mrs. M. T. Cunningham and children Matt, Tim and Becky of Waynesboro spent Friday with Mrs. H. B. Winfrey and Mrs. Frank Brown. Rodney Vest returned home on Friday after attending a week of Sales Career School for Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance in Richmond. Mrs. Clifton Clark and Misty Hitt spent Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Collier Fox and Billy Fox in Luray. Spanish Proverb. It is well to give when asked, but it is better to give unasked, through understanding. It is not of so much consequence what you say, as how you say it. Memorable sentences are memorable on account of some single irradiating word. your Home is your Castle Entertain Royally this Christmas and SAVE 30% on: K1RSCH • Mini Blinds Sale ends November 30th • Duette Shades • Pleated Shades • Roller Shades Cui tom Vrdpcrics Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5, Sat 10-4 220 S. Loudoun St Winchester, Virginia. (703) aac9 667-0574 RAYMOND B. KNEPP. R.Ph. 119 Water Street Front Royal. VA 22630 BALDWIN’S GROCERY General Merchandise - Gas Open 7 days a week Washington, Va. 703-675-3383 CHERRY STREET BURDMG SUPPLY CORP. "See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs" 1418 Orange Road Cuipeoer 703-825-0397 GENERAL INSURANCE AGENCY OF CULPEPER, INC. 767 Madison Road - South 703-825-0205 FRONT ROYAL MOTORS, INC. Sales Service "Your Friendly Ford Dealer 703-636-2901 TURNER-ROBERTSHAW FUNERAL HOME Your Golden Rule Funeral Home 1200 N. Shenandoah Ave. Front Royal, Virginia 22630 (703)635-4186 OIL HEAT & BURNER Distributor of Exxon, Mobil Petroleum Products A Exxon LPGss Front Royal, 703-635-4155 Washington, 703-675-3214 COUNTRYSIDE FLOOR FASHIONS CaipetOnontaisSheel Vinyls-Tile A*pftaM*0'-S*'P Covers-Drapes Wall Coverings 347-0400 - AnvssviUe. Va SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM Gifts - Pottery - Country Hems Solid Wood Furniture Open 7 days a week i Sperryvile. Va BEN VENUE MARKET 675-3133 & RECTOR’S STORE 937-4954 Groceries. Gas A Oil GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House 703-825-5888, Culpeper LANE'S APPLIANCES, INC. 336 James Madison Highway 703-825-9588, Culpeper What does a wheat field have to do IF with the capital of Rhode Island? ^ Everything! In 1636 Roger Williams founded the town of Providence on land given him by friendly Narragansett Indians. He believed God had guided him to the spot. In naming his town he was expressing reverent gratitute for God's goodness. A field of wheat awaiting harvest is always a vivid reminder of the providence of a loving Heavenly Father. Though man must labor to plant, cul- - tivate and harvest the fruits of the earth, it is God who provided the continuing miracle of seed-time and harvest. The same reverent gratitude which inspired our Puritan forefathers in New England inspires all Americans to express our faith through Thanksgiving Sunday Jeremiah 33:1-13 Monday Matthew 11:20-30 Tuesday Mark 6.3 0-44 Wednesday Luke 2:22-52 Thursday Romans 7:7-25 Friday 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 Saturday 2 Corinthians 2:1-17 Scnpturss S«ect«d &y Th« Anwicjn B*txe Society Copyright 19*7 Wtftams Ummscw Swcm* P O Bo* 9005 Ch*rk>tt**vi.l* VA 22906 iiyj TRIPLETT MILLING COMPANY FARM SUPPLIES - HAY - STRAW Millers of better flour, meal & feeds Sperryville Road 703-825-0781, Culpeper SPERRYVILLE DEAL Antiques - Collectibles - VA Ham Quilts - Apples - Honey Homemade Cider, Apple Butter Open Weekends, Holidays or By Appointment, 703-987-8203 FADELY CHRYSIER-PLYMOUTH-DODGE, Inc. Sales Service Otxigu 727 N Royal Ave. Front Royal 703-635-2151 .... ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill. Va. 675-3378 SPERRYVILLE EXXON 24-hr Wrecker Service Fruit and Produce Stand Soerryvitie Va 987-8377& 8015 ROYAL PALACE CLEANERS & LAUNDRY East 5th St & Warren Ave Bullock s Quality Cleaners & Laundry 19 E Jackson. St. Front Roval TJ Auto Sales, 5 Inc. 106 W Cherry St. Culpeper Dir No 3516 825 5900 HOMEMADE CAKES for all occasions Reasonable rates 703-987-8777 Contact HttiiiiM GloU CraftSmiths J Betty & Stewart ; Cards - Gifts - Crafts J Rt. 211, ; between Washington and Spenyvilla COMMONWEALTH CORPORATION Lumber 8 Building Supplies 424 Manassas St., Front Roya 703-635-2176 Rappahannock News Main St. Washington, Va. \ 675-3349 ABERDEEN BARN Steaks • Seafood * Prim* (Mb Banquets • Luncheons In the.HoMay Inn of Culpeper • 703-825-1037

Community Thanksgiving service at Flint Hill me community Thanksgiving Day observance will be held at the Flint Hill United Methodist Church beginning at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 26. All are welcome. The Flint Hill United Methodist . Church will have worship service on Sunday, Nov. 29, at 9 a.m. Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor, invites the ■ public to attend. The United Methodist Women met Nov. 16 at the home of Evelyn Walker. Attending were Mary Brady, Mary F. Bywaters, Alice ■Pullen, Russie Miller, Gaynella Russell, Louise McCulloch, Janet Eastham, Flo Duvall, Candy Lama, Mary Curtis and Ardis East. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson attended the dinner at Forest Grove By POLLY N. AYLOR Ph«nr 987-813* 1. J Saturday evening. Mrs. Bonnie Cameron and girls of Front Royal spent Saturday with her mother Mrs. Ethel Lillard. Ronnie Lillard of Warrenton had Sunday breakfast with his mother, and Jackie Lillard of Front Royal visited her Sunday evening. Mrs. Lois Sours and Mrs. Maize Montgomery of Warrenton were guests Friday of their brother-inlaw and sister Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard. On Saturday Mrs. Sours, Mrs. Montgomery and Mrs. Lillard motored to Fredericksburg to shop and visit their brother Leon Cloud, returning to the Lillard home Monday. Mrs. Sours and Mrs. Montgomery returned to Warrenton Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson spent Sunday evening with the Charlie Lillards. Mrs. Barbara Gentry spent the weekend at the Roslyn Retreat Center. Mrs. Paul Miller visited her sister Mrs. Gladys Bowie in Culpeper Thursday. Marriage counseling may help 1 By JOHN BORGENS Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Today’s society, with non-traditional opportunities available for -both men and women, has created changes in the way both sexes view their roles. With more wives working, most couples can no longer be viewed as breadwinner and homemaker, one of whom strives for success, the other concerned with basic survival. However, there is a lack of models and skill-training for a successful contemporary marriage. Stress, the need for companionship and a personal upbringing for children are also among the issues frequently faced by marriage counselors. Often, the couple has found that as they become busier and more successful, one of the first things to fall by the wayside is their time together. It is important for this time to be scheduled. Couples need time for themselves, time to talk. This becomes even harder, yet more important, when children enter the ^picture. - It is indeed a challenge for mar' riages to last, and especially to grow and become even better. Each person brings a unique personality and - a history based on family upbringing -and origin. They also bring along - personal preferences and prejudices. Days have daughter Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Day of ; Washington are proud to announce * the birth of their daughter, Devin Mitchell, bom Wednesday, Nov. 18. ‘ Maternal grandparents are Mr. ; and Mrs. Frank R. Zinn of CulJ peper. Maternal great-grandparents ‘ are Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Zinn and Mrs. Gertrude Embrey, all of Amissville, and the late Mr. Thadt dues Embrey. Paternal grandparents are Mr. t Walter 0. Day of Flint Hill and Ei•j leen M. Day of Sperryville. • F===. =. f 'AmiLV rOCU These differences affect the way each spouse approaches the marriage, and the expectations that each has from it. Times of stress may affect these personal differences negatively, with resulting conflicts. How we negotiate and resolve these differences determines how successful the marriage will be. A marriage counselor can often help a couple better understand their interactional patterns and help them develop skills for a more satisfying relationship. With patterns of mobility breaking up the traditional extended family and outside factors which put stress on the marriage itself, most couples desire even more the companionship found in the marriage relationship. This relationship needs to be nourished if it is to grow and meet the needs of the couple in a healthy way. Unfortunately, too many couples wait to enter counseling until much damage has already been done. It may take a lot of forgiveness to reverse the hurt and frustration. I often ask couples for a time commitment during which neither will mention separation or divorce. If negative patterns developed over time are to be changed, it requires effort, motivation and change from both partners. Marriage counseling can help couples change those negative patterns and promote personal, emotional and spiritual growth. Sometimes, however, people must overcome their initial feelings of anxiety or discomfort about visiting a counselor. ‘ Most marriage counselors do not Gift-Giving RowenaY-jam and jelly factory The Peanut Patch-peanuts Alpenglow-cider Lowelands Farms-vinegars & honeys Camelot Pewter Virginia country cured hams Traditional Christmas candies Gift Samplers (101) (102) “The Traditional Christmas Candies" 1 lb. dipped Chocolate peanuts, 1 lb. peanut squares, 1 lb. orange slices, 1 lb. shell mixed nuts and 12 oz. hard candv packed in a Christmas tin. Choice of 5 per can $ 19.95 “Virginia Peanuts” 1 lb. dipped chocolate peanuts, 1 lb. peanut squares, 12 oz. doth bag of roasted salt-in-thc-shcU peanuts, 10 oz. home-cooked peanuts and 10 oz. redskins. $14.95 W?Have It Made In Virginia. ABlue Ridge Christmas Special (103) Virginia Country Cured Hams offer expires 11/30/87 $2.29 per lb. Call 987-8201 or write P.O. Box 231 Sperryvillc, Va. 22740 for our Christmas order form. Let us make your gift baskets. Visit our antique shops in Sperryville Village or in Leon near Prince Michel’s Winery. Artistic Event-Thanksgiving Weekend The Trading Post Authentic American Indian Arts and Crafts cordially invites you to meet -The ArtistLorenzo Black Lance Frank Cournoyer jTndUm and Mitchell Zephier Sat. & Sun. Nov. 28 &29 ll-4p.m. Rt. 211 West 1.5 Miles West of Washington, Va. •ake sides, but treat the couple as ;he unit of focus. It is important that )oth husband and wife feel comfortable with their counselor. Marriage counseling is not a magic cure - it requires a lot of hard work and motivation. In times of stress and dissatisfaction the help of a qualified professional may avoid needless hurt and frustration. With such a high percentage of marriages ending in divorce, I can’t help but wonder how many couples tried to salvage the relationship. Mr. ana Mrs. clarence McCulloch spent last week with his brother-in-law and sister Mr. and Mrs. .Clifton Milam in Roxboro, N.C. Keith and Kevin Kinsey of Front Royal spent the weekend with their grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huff. Mrs. Carolyn Kinsey and Scott visited Sunday evening and accompanied them home. Ernest Lillard of Washington was a guest of the Huffs Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Pearson of Hume spent Saturday evening with Mrs. Wade Pullen. Guests Sunday afternoon were Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Butler and boys Daniel and Todd of Front Royal. Little Krystal Smoot of Culpeper has been sick. Krystal is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. 0. Smoot. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Crane of Lanham, Md., spent Saturday with Mrs. Crane’s mother Mrs. Moffett Brady. Mrs. Brady’s daughter Mrs. Irene Hamilton, who has been visiting her, returned to her home at High Point, N.C., last weekend.. Miss Dayna Lillard and friend Bill of Springfield were guests Wednesday of Dayna’s grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson. Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Nethers of Stephens City were Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Robert Nethers. Pre-Christmas Sale 20% OffSnowsuits Downs Polyester Jackets Girl’s & Boys’ Heavy Jackets & Ski Pants * of** vo PACIFIC TRAIL, IHC. V. JACK & JILL SHOP 207 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, VA 825-2010 Xerox Memorywrtters make revisions easy. Now, 7.9% financing. Plus free SPELLCHECK on selected models through Dec. 31! Menu try writer* art* perfeti fi*\ a work! in which revision is a <iaily necessity. Let us show you why H out of It)secretaries preferred a Memory writer to ■ ‘ t he ot her l< ip elr<1 ronic typewriters—even a ty|*ewriler from IBM. 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Gingerbread house classes Ann Kolack, pastry chef at the Village Cafe, will offer a class in J the fun art of gingerbread house making Saturday, Dec. 12, from 10 ! a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Child Care and Learning Center. Gin- J gerbread, candies, frosting and pastry bags are provided. All you need i is your imagination and some kitchen tools from home. Cost of $50 in- [ eludes materials, lunch at the Cafe and your gingerbread house to take > home. For more information and what to bring call Ann at 675-3877 or J 675-3541. Pre-registration is required. Enrollment is limited. Happy i holidays. J 1 i Hospice9s annual meeting Dec. 3 » The annual meeting for volunteers, general members and the J board of directors of Hospice of the Rapidan will be held Thursday,' Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Culpeper Baptist Church, South West j Street, Culpeper. . i Pat Kelley and Maggie Callanan, nurses frorri Hospice of North-! em Virginia, will speak on communications of the dying. Nominees for ' the board of directors are Beth Perlmutter, Joella Bradshaw, Bud i Glass, Mary Glen Carrington and Myra Price. Graduation for new vol-1 unteer trainees will be conducted by Chairman Pat Bankhead and ! Trainer Rosemays Sheatsley. i Mushroom growers confer The Appalachian Mushroom Growers Conference will be held at' The Radisson Hotel in Lynchburg Saturday, Dec. 12. For additional! information or directions, please call the Extension Office at 675-3619. 1; Registration fee must be received no later than Dec. 4 and everyone ! | must preregister to attend. No walk-in registrations will be allowed. 1 < Landscape Design School will be held on Jan. 18-20, 1988, at the !; River Ridge Mall in Lynchburg. For details and registration form call 1 ■' the Extension Office. |: I • Garden club greens sale w j: The Rappahannock County Garden Club is again taking orders for ! | their Christmas greens. These hand-made wreaths, garlands and swags have proven to be popular in past years, and orders should be <• placed early. Call Helen Fairfax (675-3556) or Elizabeth Johnson (987- !: 8300). !: PTA meeting Dec. 1 The Rappahannock County Elementary School Parent/Teacfysr J Association will meet Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 7:30 p.m. The business) agenda includes the great toy exchange, the Christmas stocking draw- ] ing, school t-shirts, and the “Reflections” program. Following thei business meeting there will be a lecture-demonstration concert featur- ] ing all levels of the RCES band. David Orth, band director, will prp-1 sent an informal concert entitled “The Concert Only A Parent Coifod \ Love.” The 45-minute program will include effective rehearsal tech- • niques, correct posture and breathing and fingering and hand positions j for each instrument. The program will conclude with a short selection i of holiday music and a question and answer period. J I; Historical Society open Dec. 5 The Rappahannock County Historical Society’s building in Wash-1: ington will be opened to the public on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. '■ to 3 p.m. to provide an opportunity for Christmas shoppers to purchase “Flossie’s Recipes,” containing many of Mrs. Florence William-' ■ son’s favorite herb recipes she shared with some of her friends, as well as her suggestions on growing and using herbs, and many of her de-' lightful comments. Also available will be note paper containing! sketches of the County Court House, the County Library, the Histori-1 cal Society building and Andrew Wyeth’s sketch of “The Pioneer.”!: Shoppers may also obtain copies of “Famous Rappahannock Recipes”'; as well as historical maps of Rappahannock County. The building will!: be decorated in keeping with the Colonial Christmas theme being observed in Washington on the weekend of Dec. 5 and 6. J: Rappahannock Democratic Committee to meet The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will hold a re- | organizational caucus (mass meeting) on Friday, Dec. 4, beginning at • 7:30 p.m., in the court room of the Rappahannock County Courthouse, ! Washington, Va. for the purpose of electing members and officers of 1 the Democratic Committee of Rappahannock County who will server ! two year term, beginning Jan. 1,1988. j ‘Platoon’ The movie Platoon will be playing at the Gay Street Theatre on ! Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 28 and 29, at 7:30 each evening. The movie 1 stars Tom Berenger, Willem Dafoe and Charlie Sheen. Vietnam vet-! eran Oliver Stone writes and directs this tough-minded masterwork,'a [ cathartic combat drama based on his own experiences as a 25th Infan- ■ tryman in 1967-68. Stone doesn’t preach; he remembers - combining J a crushing pace with strong characters, fighting words and photogra-' phy as bracing as rain in your face. The movie is rated R. Admission’is \ $3 for adults and $2 for children. i i Christmas fruitcakes on sale i The Amissville Ruritans are selling Christmas fruitcakes in one of1 two annual fundraising events sponsored by the Ruritans. Proceeds! benefit youth baseball, scholarships for RCHS graduates and other': projects. For more information contact any Amissville Ruritan mem-1: ber. '! I; Fine gifts at Middle St. The Middle Street Gallery in Washington will be displaying fine | ;• arts and crafts for holiday gifts. Oil paintings and sculpture, baskets, r cards, finely shaped exotic wood spoons, tree decorations and more',: will be available from the members of the cooperative gallery. Gallery ij hours are Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., from Dec. 4[; through Jan. 3, 1988. The Gallery will also be open on Sunday, Jan. 6,' • from 3-5 p.m. !| The dream workshop Dreaming of a White Christmas? Come share your holiday dreams !: and learn about the potential dreams have for healing, growth and per-1: sonal fulfillment. Dream interpretation, psychic and “lucid” dreaming!: and using your dreams for problem-solving will be covered in an intro-1: ductory workshop Dec. 7 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Middle Street Gal- j: lery. Originally offered at Lord Fairfax Community College, the 1: workshop will be led by Denise Hershkowitz Horton, Ph. D., a licensed i; clinical psychologist and writer in private practice in Washington, D.C. and Rappahannock County. Fee is $10. To register, call 675-1! 3771, evenings. ' Make your own wreath Make your own Christmas wreath! Friends of Blandy Farm have '■ invited us to join them on Monday, Dec. 7, at 1 p.m. to make !! Christmas door wreaths at a cost of only $8.50. This includes frame, " wire, ribbon and greenery. To make reservations, call the Extension !! Office at 675-3619. Space is limited, so call early! j ■ Precious Blood holds bazaar On Saturday, Dec. 5, the Christmas Crafters Bazaar will be held !! from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. at the Parish Hall of Precious Blood Catholic " Church, Main Street, Culpeper. Parking is provided in the rear, and !' luncheon will be available. The bazaar will feature many local crafters •' offering a variety of beautiful Christmas and country items, also grab-'!! bag items and fresh homemade baked goods.

Lights of Love to shine Dec. 1 The Lights of Love tree at Culpeper Memorial Hospital will be lighted Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. during a ceremony on the west side of the hospital. Originally planted by the Girl Scouts when the hospital was new, the tree has become a brilliant holiday fixture and can be admired from many angles during December. Glowing with hundreds of red and white lights, the tree has many personal meanings. The red and white lights represent donations of $5 or more in memory of or in honor of friends or loved ones. Lights in the star of the tree represent gifts of $50 or more. The gifts made to Lights of Love are used to benefit health care in the community in a way chosen by the Auxiliary. This year the Auxiliary recognized the need for a structural canopy to protect patients and guests from inclement weather. The community is invited to the outdoor ceremony featuring seasonal music performed by members of local church choirs. Culpeper surr geon Dr. George Broman will direct the choir and soloists Mr. and Mrs. Donald Seely. Rev. Vance Mann of St. Stephen’s Church will give the invocation and the benediction. Brief remarks will be made by Eula Henretty, president of the CMH Auxiliary, Bill Gravely, president of Culpeper Memorial Hospital, and John Eckel, chairman of the CMH board of trustees. Congressman D. French Slaughter will light the tree. Refreshments will be served. The Lights of Love is one of the Auxiliary’s most loved projects. “It really comes from the heart,” said Eula Henretty, chairman, speaking of the meaning of a gift to Lights of Love. In four years, the heart of the community has gone out to the Lights of Love, and the program has raised more than $32,800 to benefit projects chosen by the Auxiliary. Lights of Love proceeds have provided many important improvements at Culpeper Memorial Hospital: renovation of the emer gency reception and waiting areas, establishment of the Communi-Call emergency response system, renovation of the maternity department, and purchase of a multi-purpose surgical table. This year’s committee members are Eula Henretty, chairman, Estelle Burnette, co-chairman, and Mary Carpenter, program chairman. Donations to the Lights of Love may be mailed to the CMH Auxiliary, 1216 Oaklawn Drive, Culpeper, VA 22701. For information about the Lights of Love, call Eula Henretty, 825-8840, or Page Smith, 8294307, or from Orange, 672-4322. Senior discount cards available Retired Senior Volunteers will be making Senior Discount Identification Cards on Tuesday, Dec. 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rappahannock- Rapidan Community Services Center, 401 S. Main Street in Culpeper. For further information, call 825-4242. W ashington news notes We are glad to hear that Mrs. Mary E. Burke has returned to her home after being a patient in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Guests during the week of Mrs. Janie Pullen were Mrs. Ann Card of Amissville, Jack Pullen of Sperryville, Gary Wayne Pullen, Margaret Jett and Dorothy Jackson. Mrs. Pullen says her granddaughter Miss Jennifer Pullen of Sperryville has returned to her home after being a patient for several days in Fauquier Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz returned home recently after visiting their daughter and family Mrs. Donna D’Ottavio, Aldo, Gianni and Mario in Sioux City, Iowa. This writer is very sorry about the mix up in the news item recently. Dinner guests Saturday evening of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Clark of Lebanon Church and Amanda Brown, who spent the night with her grandparents. Mrs. Ann Brown of Woodville, ftappafjannocti i}rtos gift subscriptions are enjoyed 52 weeks a year. Call 675-3349 to give one. Rappahannock Business & Service Directory Next Deadline November 26 Call 675-3338 to place your ad! Only $3.50 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 \ Aluflriaum f ) Siding \ ALUMINUM 01VINYI SIDING Gutters, Shutters Soffit and Fascia BLUE RIDGE HOME IMPROVEMENT CO. Culpeper S47-3448 COUNTRY HERITAGE - “ Antique* and Crmha l ,.m*r ,.f MiJJIt Si .isiitniiion Va. 675-1738 I Km ■ ► ri sal ' *************** * The Washington jj * Antiques Center, Inc. J ♦ Antiques 4 Collectible* j ♦ Corner of Porter & <»■> Streets ♦ J H«sWn*ton. VA 675-3223 J ^ Kri. thru Sun. J *************** RUSSELL AUTOMOTIVE Automoft* parts&equpnenl 732 East Man Si. Uiray. 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Inc Brandy Hoad Cuipapar Va 825-2200 -'1 BROWER’S TV RCA and Magnavox Si •Sf"V».eOn Most f*. ns • Stffons • Ph. _ 347-1119 I Storage SPERRWILLE STORAGE CO. _ _ c LARGF OR . ANT SIZE LARGE ( SPFMRYVM IF v* ^ —* SPCRRYVILLE sates I PETERSEN Next Deadline November 26 A, List your services in our Business & Service Directory For only $3*50 per week you can be among other refinlshere. carpenters, insurance agents, builders, contractors, craftspeople, realtors, beauticians, agents, and other professionals. Directory ads are sold only on 13 week contracts, bringing the entire cost for a 1 inch ad to $45 50 In order to be in our December directory, ads must be received by ^November 26 / By KIM CLASS Mrs. Sarah Brown, Mrs. Ruth Clark and Mr. and Mrs. Richie Eastham went shopping in Front Royal Friday night and had dinner there. Ike Ralls continues a patient in Warren Memorial Hospital and is visited daily by his family. Mr. and Mrs. Ashton Burke of Warrenton visited his mother Mrs. 1 Charlie Burke Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Pennington spent Sunday in Richmond with her son Grant Hill. : - Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown went shopping in Manassas Saturday and Amanda and Bobbie Joe spent the day with their grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. I cannot thank you Lord enough for all you’ve given me, for food and shelter and for love of friends arid family. Lord thank you for another chance, in which to try to be a little more deserving of the gifts you’ve given me. Have a beautiful Thanksgiving.''; News notes from SperryviUe Mr. and Mrs. Fred W. Schaefer have returned home after two weeks at Myrtle Beach, S.C. Mrs. Amy L. Gore of Richmond was a guest from Saturday to Monday of Mrs. Frances Thornton. \ Mrs. T. M. Johnston spent Thursday night with Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Reams and family in Stephens City. Her grandsons Brad and Morgan returned home with her and Mrs. Reams was an overnight guest Saturday. Mrs. Brown Miller was hostess to the Sperryville Bridge Club Friday night. Guests were Mrs. I. R. Kilby, Mrs. Dale Metzinger, Mrs. Charles H. Estes, Mrs. W. H. Cordle, Mrs. C. E. Johnson Jr., Mrs. Frances Tabler, Mrs. John P. Snead and Mrs. E. A. McNear. Prize winners were Mrs. Snead, Mrs. Kilby and Mrs. Tabler. Dr. and Mrs. John P. Snead spent Tuesday in Charlottesville. Mrs. Jack Brown was an overnight guest Friday of Mr. and Mrs. John Pierce in Purcellville. Mr. and Mrs. A. Lee Swindler Jr. of Hanover, Pa., arrived Sunday to spend the Thanksgiving holiday By MRS. B. M. VARNKR Phoiir 987-87 KK with Mrs. Lee Swindler and Mrs. Roy Swindler. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Swindler of Philadelphia, Pa., afid Barbara Swindler of York, Pa., will join them Thanksgiving Day. I Dinner guests on the 15th of Mr$. Kathleen Dodson were Mr. and Mr?. Larry Dodson and their grandchHdren Leak and Paul of Fairfax. Mrs. John Jennings of Keeng, N.H., was a guest Sunday of Mrs. Ethel Tyner and Miss Nellie Atkins: Mrs. Mary Heflin and Mrs. Lois Dodson of Front Royal, Mrs. Virginia Heflin of Linden and Mrs. Mary Anna Jenkins of Washington spent last Thursday with their aunt Mrs. Carlton Atkins and Mr. Atkins. Check toys twice for safety With Santa’s big day arriving faster than you can say “Ho ho ho,” the Virginia Affiliate of the National Society to Prevent Blindness urges all of Santa’s helpers to check their lists twice 4CONVALESS The Plains Pharmacy Home Health Equipment (800)237-5717 The Plains, VA The Final Tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME *The Home of Thoughtful Service” Phone 825*2361 Culpeper CEMETERY MEMORIALS ADVERTISING DEADLINES LOCAL DISPLAY ADVERTISING Rappahannock News Ads Tuesday, 12 noon Combo Ads (one or more papers) Monday, 3 p.m. Real Estate Combo Ads Friday, 4 p.m. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Rappahannock News Tuesday, 12 noon Horse & Farm Monday, 12 noon Combo Classified Display Monday, 3 p.m. Combo Word Ads Monday, 5 p.m. for toys that could pose a hazard to children’s eyes. Almost all eye injuries from toys can be avoided, the Society says, by selecting toys and games more carefully and teaching youngsters how to use toys safely. No one wants to play the part of Scrooge during the holidays but children’s toys were responsible for more than 6,000 eye injuries last year to children under 15, according to the Society. “The best way to avoid toys that are dangerous to the eyes is to think through the purchase first,” says Frank J. Carlomagno, executive director of the Society. “We buy toys on impulse and think about the consequences later.” Following the age labeled on toys is no guarantee that a toy will be safe for your child, Mr. Carlomagno cautions. Toys de-, signed for one purpose may be used for another by an imaginative youngseter, or a youngefsibling may play with an older child’s toy. \ To help toy shoppers make; safe selections, the Society offers, the following holiday checklist: - • • Avoid projectile toys such as dart guns, BB. guns, slingshots and bows and arrows. They ar£ responsible for a major portion of all eye injuries from toys. • Check toys for sharp, exposed edges, points, nails, screws and pins. ; • Check for loose parts that can become unattached, expose ing sharp metal or plastic. • Avoid toys that shatter or are easily breakable. s • Examine dolls, stuffed animals and other soft toys for rigid interior frames that can poke through the outside covering. ; “Recognizing eye injuries in children can also prevent longterm damage to eyesight,” Mri Carlomagno said. “A simple black eye may conceal other damage and lead to other eye problems later.” If a child displays any of the following symptons, it is time to seek medical attention: • Obvious pain and vision difficulties. • Cut or tom eyelid. • One eye that does not move as well as the other. • One eye that protrudes compared to the other. • Abnormal pupil size or shape. • Blood in the clear portion of the eye. • • Something in the eye or under the eyelid that cannot be removed easily. For more information on protecting children’s eyes, send a self-addressed, stamped, business-size envelope to: Prevent Blindness, 1004 N. Thompson St., Richmond, VA 23230. Mr. Carlomagno added that the Society, which is dedicated to preserving sight and preventing blindness, wishes everyone a clear and bright holiday season.

RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP ALL DEKA AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES 15% OFF EXAMPLE #324 3 YEAR BATTERY REG. $45.50 SALE $38.70 ZIMECTRIN HORSE WORMER SALE $6.95 12 PACKS COKE PRODUCTS SALE $2.99 ALL WRANGLER CLOTHING 25% OFF (1 SPECIAL RACK OF WRANGLERS V4 PRICE) 2 ONLY MANCO 3 WHEELERS 1/2 PRICE! 11’H&H HEAVY DUTY FEED BUNKS SALE $105.00 ALL REDWING SHOES 15% OFF ALL HOMELITE ST - SERIFS STRING TRIMMERS 1/2 PRICE JACKSON C-6 WHEELBARROW Hauls a lot of wood SALE $47.95 ALL GALLONS OF SAMPSON PAINT INSTOCK 15% OFF HEAVY DUTY 7 BAR TABULAR GATES 18’ $38.50 10’ $43.70 12’ $39.00 14’ $49.95 16’ $53.70 CHEEP, CHEEP, PRICES ON CO-OP BIRDSEED! WILD BIRD SEED~p-''>; 25 LB. $ 4.75 50LB.$ 8.95 SUNFLOWER SEED 25 LB. $ 5.95 50 LB. $10.95 AUTOMOTIVE SAVINGS GAS LINE ANTIFREEZE 3 BOTTLES $1.00 16 oz. STARTING FLUID 99c GALLONS-WINDSHIELD WASHER SOLVENT 99C ALL WEIGHTS-QUAKER STATE/PENNZOIL MOTOR OIL $1.05/qt. 1 POUND D-CON RAT & MOUSE POISON $2.50 EMCO PLASTIC UTILITY TOOL BOXES SALE $2.99 H&H TWIN KREEPER 30 BUSHEL CALF CREEP FEEDER SALE if $399.00 " StedsWirc RED BRAND' KEYSTONE FENCE SPECIALS 832-6-11 (330YROLL) $84.50 939-6-11 (330YROLL) $89.00 1047-6-11 (3307ROLL) $99.00 121/z ga. RUTHLESS BARBED WIRE (13207ROLL) $35.50 FARMASTER ROUND BALE FEEDER Without bottom filler panel $109.00 With bottom panel $135.00 SAVE ON ROYAL HAND TOOLS ALL TOOLS COME WITH FACTORY WARRANTY #7946 2 place wrench set 99# ea. #790311 piece wrench set $5j99 ©a #7606/08 Hammer $2.99 ea. FEED SPECIALS HOG GROWER AND FATTENER PELLETS $1.00/100 lb. discount ALL PACEMAKER HORSE FEEDS $1.00/100 lb. discount SHELLED CORN $1.00/100 lb. discount CREEP RATION $1.00/100 lb. discount Sperryville, Va. 987-8555

for holidays By SANDRA R. RICHARDSON Extension Agent One of the many traditions that has survived over the years is making and eating fruitcakes at Christmas time. Because most cooks agree that this type of cake is best when allowed to age, it is often baked around Thanksgiving time and stored in containers. Different cooks choose to keep them moist by pouring rum, brandy, or bourbon over them. As they age and all of the flavors of the fruit begin to complement each other, the substance they pour over the cake tends to affect the taste as well. There are light fruitcakes, dark fruitcakes, Japanese, Hawaiian, and many other versions. Some must be kept in the refrigerator while others can be kept in a cool place but not necessarily in the refrigerator. People who find themselves on special diets may have to say, “no thank you,” to having a slice of fruitcake. A slice of the traditional fruitcake contains small amounts of cholesterol, calcium, iron, vitamin B (thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin) and vitamins A and C. To the surprise of some folks, a very small slice of the traditional fruitcake contains almost half the amount of potassium as a banana and approximately 70 milligrams of sodium. A 1/32 slice of a fruitcake contains 165 calories. As with other recipes, those for fruitcakes are often well-guarded secrets that have been handed down for generations. Southern Fruitcake 4 cups flour 2 cups butter 2 cups sugar 12 eggs 4 pounds raisins 1 pound citron 1/2 pound candied cherries 1/2 pound candied pineapple 1 pound almonds, cut fine and soaked in rose water 1 pound pecans, cut fine 1 cup grape jelly 1/2 cup any preferred cordial 1 cup whisky or brandy 1 tablespoon each allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg 1 teaspoon cloves 2 tablespoons melted chocolate Slice citron, cherries and pineapple into thin pieces. Put to soak, with raisins, in 1 cup whisky or brandy for 12 hours. Put 1 pound cut almonds to soak in few tablespoons of rose water. When ready to make the cake, cream butter and sugar thoroughly. Add yolks of 12 eggs beaten until thick and lemon-colored. Stir in 1/2 cup cordial, the spices, 1 cup grape jelly and 2 tablespoons of melted chocolate. Drain fruit and add whisky or brandy to batter. Take a part of the 4 cups of flour and dredge drained fruit. Beat whites of eggs until stiff and add alternately with remaining flour. Drain rose water from almonds. Add dredged fruit, pecans and almonds. Grease one large or several small cake pans. Line with wax paper and grease again. Put cake in preheated 275 degree oven and bake for 3 to 4 hours, depending on the size of the pans. To make the cake more moist fill large dripping pan with boiling water and put on bottom of the oven. Keep pan filled with water during the baking period. Before the Civil War, dried fruit was very expensive. Many could not afford to bake fruitcakes. Thus came the Poor Man’s Fruitcake. Poor Man’s Fruitcake Wa cups raisins 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup lard 1Vi cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves Heat raisins, sugar, lard and 1 cup water till sugar dissolves and lard melts. Cool. Stir together flour, soda, salt and spices. Add to lard mixture; beat smooth. Pour into greased and floured 8*/22x41/2x2Viinch loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees, for 45 to 50 minutes. Cool in pan.’ Wrap; store overnight. Makes 1. President James Polk enjoyed fruitcake. His family has shared this recipe. James K. Polk Fruitcake 1/4 cup blanched almonds, chopped 1/4 cup orange juice 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 6 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided lVi teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground mace 1 cup orange juice 4 Vi cups raisins 2 (8-ounce) packages chopped Add almond mixture, stirring well. Spoon batter into prepared pans. Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cakes completely in pans. Yield: 4 loaves. Locally the lighter fruitcakes seems to be the most popular. Mary Wood and Frances Semones have shared their recipes. Light Fruitcake 3/4 lb. margarine 2 cups sugar 4 cups flour 12 eggs, separated dates IY2 cups currants 2 (4-ounce) packages chopped candied citron V/2 cups chopped candied pineapple V/2 cups chopped pecans Grease four V/2 x 3 x 2-inch loaf pans, and line the sides and bottom with greased heavy brown paper. Set aside. Combine almonds and 1/4 cup orange juice; set aside. Cream butter in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine IV2 cups flour, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, and mace; add to creamed mixture alternately with 1 cup orange juice, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix well after each addition. Dredge remaining ingredients in 1/2 cup flour; gently stir into batter. 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. vanilla 2 tsp. lemon juice 1/2 cup orange juice 1/2 tsp. salt 1 cup coconut 1 lb. candied pineapple 1 lb. candied cherries 1/2 lb. candied citron 2 lbs. white raisins 1 lb. English walnuts Grease loaf pans and line with greased brown paper. Mix the fruit and shake with a little flour. Cream margarine and sugar together; add egg yolks, juices and flavorings. Gradually add flour mixed with baking powder, salt and spices. Add fruit to mixture. Beat egg whites until stiff and fold into batter. Bake in 250 degree oven for 214 to 3 hours. Makes 3 loaf size cakes. Submitted by Mary M. Wood. v--, ,x \ «<v- ;vN --'• \ y - "•■ < - t *• . "VY ” .T- * * ..^ THE MISER'S MATTRESS DISTRIBUTORS ONE STOP SHOP FOR ALL THESE BRAND NAMES ■ ' ."' ■ - ■ " f \ Gobble Up The Savings! EXTRA FIRM 10-YEAR WARRANTY EACH PIECE! ANY SIZE King Size Is 3-Piece Set. Sale Price For Sefs Only. Not Valid With Any Other Offer. ^King Kcxl QUEEN SETS * NOW $199" .$1.00 BED FRAME w/purchase of set •IMMEDIATE DELIVERY ON MOST BEDDING • FREE REMOVAL OF ALL OLD BEDDING WINCHESTER 1869 Pleasant Valley Road ’ Winchester, Virginia 665-1813 or ^ Toll Free 1-800-222-0831 INSTANT CREDIT To Qualified Buyer# WE WON’T TACKLE YOU When you walk in the door. Our non-commissioned sales people are eager to assist you! i Come to Hie LOWEST PRICES around HOURS Morv-Fri. 9 am-7 p.m. Sat. -v 10 am-6 pm Sun. 11a.m. -5 pm PHONE ORDERS ACCEPTED | ■ \ ' ,''' -V-.. ^ : > 1 90 Days Same as Cash (or take Up to 36 Months to Pay) White Fruitcake 1 lb. butter 1 lb. white sugar 1 doz. eggs 1 lb. or 4 c. flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1T. vanilla 1 lb. white raisins 1 lb. citron (optional) 1 lb. cherries 1 lb. pineapple (red and green) 1 lb. dates 1 lb. English walnuts 1 lb. pecans 1 lb. angel flake coconut Cut all of the above in small pieces Blend butter and sugar; add eggs. Beat thoroughly, add other ingredients; leave fruit until last. Dredge fruit with small amount of flour in larger pan; pour batter over the fruit. Makes a large cake. Bake at 275 degrees for 4 hours in greased Bundt pan. Submitted by Frances Semones. Japanese Fruitcake is a very old cake. Some recipes call for pineapple in the filling. It is said to be one of former President Carter’s favorites. This recipe calls for four 9-inch cake pans to be used. Other recipes called for using two 9-inch pans and then slicing each layer to make the four layers. Japanese Fruitcake 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups sugar 6 egg yolks, beaten 3 cups self-rising flour 2 tablespoons cocoa 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon allspice 1/2 pound shredded coconut 1 cup nuts, chopped 1 pound seedless raisins Preheat oven to 350. Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and mix well. Sift flour, cocoa and spices together; add to egg mixture. Add coconut, nuts and raisins. Mix well. Use hands to mix thoroughly. Spoon batter in 4 greased and floured 9inch layer pans. Bake for 25 minutes. Filling: 2 cups sugar 2 large oranges, ground 2 large lemons, ground 4 tablespoons flour 1 cup hot water 1/2 pound shredded coconut Mix sugar, oranges, lemons, flours and water together. Place in pan and boil until thick. Add coconut and mix well. Put filling between layers, on top, and on sides of cake. Wrap and store cake in refrigerator for at least 1 week before serving. Cut in thin slices. Flo Duvall shares her recipe for Weihnachtskuchen, an Austrian PLUMBING & HEATING SUPPLIES jBaj8ffiear^ exi^flmhaMpli in helping homeowners with their problems! P^IDARDSUpipr & EQUIPMENT CO. 501 E. Main St., Front Royal, Va. 703-635-4547 Christmas cake. Weihnachtskuchen (Austrian Christmas Cake) * 1 lb. shelled pecans (whole) 1 lb. dates (whole) 1/2 lb. candied cherries 1/2 lb. candied pineapple cut in 1 inch pieces 4 eggs, beaten until fluffy 1 c. sugar 1 c. flour 1 tsp. vanilla 2 tsp. baking powder Mix and sift dry ingredients over fruits and nuts. Pour beaten eggs over mixture; add vanilla and mix well. Pour into loaf pans lined with wax paper and bake in a slow oven (275 degrees) for lVz hours. Let stand 2 or 3 hours before removing from pans. (I use 3 small loaf pans, 7V2 x4x2*/4). Submitted by Flo Duvall. Busy homemakers may find that baking a fruitcake in the microwave to be a blessing in disguise. Holiday Fruitcake Combine 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 tsp. salt, 3/4 tsp. baking powder, 1 tsp. allspice and 1/2 tsp. ground cloves; set aside. In large bowl, cream 3/4 cup softened butter, 6 Tbsps. dark brown sugar and 3 Tbsps. honey. Add 6 eggs (at room temperature), 1 at a time, beating well after each. Add flour mixture and beat until ! smooth. Stir in 1/3 cup brandy. Fold i in 1% cup chopped candied red cherries, 1% cup chopped candied green cherries, 1 cup chopped candied i pineapple, 1/2 cup chopped pitted ! dates and 5 cups chopped walnuts. Pour into microwave Bundt pan. Cook, uncovered, 12 to 14 minutes on full power, rotating 1/4 turn every 3 minutes. Let cake stand at room temperature for 20 minutes before turning out of pan. (Note: Cooking times are based on the use of a 650 watt oven. For use in ovens of different wattageS, consult cookbook that accompanied oven.) 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Rappahannock Journal Clay turns turkey hobby into a living DUD 1KAI iiUK Rappahannock Newt Special Writer It was two days after one of the biggest early November snowfalls in Virginia in recent memory, and Jim Clay and long-time hunting partner •Neal Weakley should have been ^plucking a turkey instead of discussing the relative merits of Theresa Clay’s apple and cherry pies (Jim is an apple man), when I arrived at the Clay castle in Winchester Friday evening. “There was still enough snow on the ground that we should have seen some tracks,” Clay explained in reviewing their dawn-til-dark day of “wonderful” frustration. “But we didn’t. All we found were some scratches real late in the day, and they were maybe a day old.” Jim Clay is one of two people he knows of in the United States who makes his entire living in the wild turkey business. He has a small plant in Stephenson that cranks out turkey calls, a wide assortment of , devices, ranging from 50 cents to $100, for communicating with nature’s wiliest bird. He also produces and sells audio tapes and video casettes on turkey calling and turkey hunting, and occasionally somebody pays him $250 a day for a long walk in the woods. Clay has a degree in English from West Virginia University. He taught school until his first son was bom. That’s when he told his wife he didn’t think they could live the way they wanted on a school teacher’s salary. So he turned an avocation into a profession. “I’d been hunting turkeys since I was 14. I’ve been at it spring and fall for 27 years now,” says Clay, who concedes that his sport’s fanatic faithful are dam near a cult. “People say golfers are fanatic,” says Clay, “but when was the last time you saw a golfer get up at 4 a.m. to tee off?” According to the National Wild Turkey Foundation, a gobbler group roughly comparable to Ducks Unlim1 ited, there are about 2,000 dyed-inthe-wool turkey hunting fanatics in this country. Weekley, who drives up from Chapel Hill, N.C., every spring and fall to walk in the woods with Jim Clay, admits to being one of them. “Some people say turkey hunters are elitists, but I know if anybody had tried telling me when I was 30 or 35 that I would find most of the people I consider the best Mends of a lifetime after age 40, I would have said they were crazy. That’s when I got serious about turkey hunting and that’s when I met Jim and the others who are now more than just the best hunting partners a man .could have. “I see Jim just twice a year, but when I come in here it’s like I’d just left yesterday. There’s a lasting bond between turkey hunters,” says Weakley. Which doesn’t mean they can’t play pranks on one another. , • Clay recalls a fellow who used to hunt with his group in Pennsylvania. Tour Thanksgiving Turkey ;■ Fresh Roasted. Stuffed and Delivered Only $45 (avg. 15 lbs.) SMOKEHOUSE FARM 703-347-0639 MONASTERY GifrSfwp Not all monasteries live by broad (and fruitcake) alone as wo do. Around the world, around the country, monasi. terios support themselves with their own prized specialities. 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It wasn’t even 10 o’clock when he was awakened to the startling illusion that it was 3 a.m. The rest feigned sleep while he fixed breakfast. Then they made a big thing of stretching and yawning and rubbing sleep from their eyes when he got them up. By law, turkey hunting may commence no earlier than sunrise, though you are permitted a premature hoot (an “owl,” the turkey hunters call it). The party arrived at the appointed jump-off point for their pursuit of the most elusive game bird in North America. And they sat awaiting the dawn, which by the victim’s watch, was due in 25 minutes. “It was absolutely black,” Clay recalls. “You could not see your hand in front of your face. “Now, this fellow was known to be a very religious man,” Clay continues. “And he started getting nervous as it got to be 5 o’clock and the black was still as thick as pitch. “I assured him the sun would be up in another 10 minutes. I even said I thought I could see the sky getting light on the eastern edge. The other guys agreed. “When 5:10 came and went and he still couldn’t see the light, this fellow clearly started to panic. We knew what he was thinking: this was the end of the world! “About 5:15 or so, he stood up and he said, ‘I know what’s happening. It’s just never going to be light again and there’s nothing anybody can do!’ ‘ “I said I did think perhaps one of us could say a prayer,” Clay recalls. “But he said, That’s fine, but please, somebody do an owl; I just want to hear one more gobble before I die.’ ” That was Clay’s, way of illustrating the overriding intensity the faithful 2,000 feel for not only turkey hunting, but the turkey itself. “You know, a lot of people think we go out there to kill something. They think that’s what it’s all about,” says Clay. “That’s really a very small part of it. You pull the trigger and it’s over in a flash. What hunting is all about is the hunting.” This explains why Weakley and Clay were in such good spirits after slogging a rugged 10 miles, crouching for an hour in the cold damp at the end of a day-long thaw and neither seeing nor hearing a bird. They’d try again the next morning. And then Weakley would drive back to North Carolina, where he says he goes out and calls turkeys just about every weekend, in season and out. He and Clay admit it sometimes seems a shame to shoot a wild turkey after all the communicating. “You even get to know the quirks and characteristics of individual birds," says Clay, who compares turkey hunting to fly fishing. “I know I could take you out and teach you to fly-cast in an hour,” he says. “And I could teach you to hunt turkeys in maybe three hours. You’d still have to experience some hunts, but you could acquire the fundamentals just listening to a tape. That doesn’t mean you can be a real fly fisherman in an hour or a day or a week or maybe even a season, and it doesn’t mean you are suddenly a turkey hunter.” “Just like me,” Weakley chimes in. “Most people I’ve hunted turkeys with were hunting other game for years before they ‘graduated,’ you might say, to turkey hunting.” Turkey season began Nov. 2 in the Commonwealth. It runs through Jan. 2. Maryland’s three-day season ended Nov. 7, and the first part of West Virginia’s split fall season ended Saturday. The second part runs Dec. 14-19. And Virginia and many other states, North Carolina excluded, also have spring seasons. Both Clay and Weakley remember when few states had spring seasons. (That’s when the young toms have matured, put on some meat and are ready to run at whatever sounds like a lady turkey.) That was before the National Wild Turkey Federation began redistributing wild birds, fostering flocks where they had been depleted almost to extinction. The wild turkey population of the United States at one time had dwindled to an estimated 30,000 birds. Now Virginia, alone, boasts some 12,000. Clay lives and does a lot of his hunting west of the Blue Ridge, but he says there may be even more turkeys in Loudoun and Fauquier counties. He says, in fact, that the property now being prepared for development by the Xerox Corporation between the company’s International Center for Training and Management Development and Goose Creek, east of Leesburg, is some of the best hunting ground in Northern Virginia. The summer drought has made acorn crops a bit sparse, much to the turkey hunters’ lament. According to Clay, a turkey’s favorite delicacy PUBLIC HEARING SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE The Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County will hold a public hearing to consider a comprehensive revision of the Subdivision Ordinance of Rappahannock County on Monday, December 7, 1987, at 10:00 a.m., in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia. The primary purpose of the comprehensive revision is to align the Subdivision Ordinance requirements with those of the previously adopted Zoning Ordinance. The full text of the Ordinance to be considered by the Board of Supervisors is available for inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County and in the Building, Zoning, and Administration Office during normal business hours. Due to inclement weather the date of the Planning Commission’s public hearing on November 11, that body has continued its hearing until Monday, November 30, 1987, at 7:30 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. All interested persons are invited to make comments at both hearings. Respectfully submitted, John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator $ DIAMOND JEWELRY 1/3 OFF 1 j] All y Keepsake * Diamonds 55% OFF 14 Kt Gold 50% Chains OFF AD Wedding 25% Bands OFF 25% DISCOUNT on Silverplated Holloware 101 n. Loudoun street, Winchester *662-6444 is red oak acorns. But they are also quite partial to grapes, beechnuts, other types of acorns and, in the spring, large insects. Clay found even a well-buffed .22 shell in the craw of a wild turkey in New York state one time. He recommends areas bordering creeks or rivers, where an abundance and variety of trees grow. It’s good turkey habitat. He also points out that these flirtive birds often live for generations right under the noses of the uninitiated. Both he and Weakley say that a few thoughtless hunters seem to have turned off a lot of farmers to permitting use of their lands. But, where you can find a willing fanner in this area, you can expect to pay $1.50 per acre to hunt on his land, which is cheaper than the going prices west of the Blue Ridge and 25 cents better than prices being asked in the Carolines. Turkey hunters, who normally wear not only camouflage coveralls and hats but face masks as well, so they can sit with gun at the ready, undetected by the keen eyes of a flock they have scattered and then attempt to call in, are reminded that as of Monday and through the end of deer season (Jan. 2 east of the Blue Ridge, Nov. 28 in the Shenandoah Valley), they must have at least 100 square inches of solid blaze orange within arm’s reach. This new law is to protect hunters, 11 of whom died of gunshot wounds in the Commonwealth last season. Clay says it will also keep a lot more turkeys alive this fall. Unlike deer, these colorftil birds are not color blind. Old Christmas at Oatlands An authentic Victorian Christmas takes place daily through Dec. 27 at Oatlands, an 1803 Greek Revival mansion six miles south of Leesburg, Va. Tows are Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and from 1-5 p.m. on Sundays. Oil Saturday evenings, candlelight tours are held from 6-9 p.m. Cost is $5 per person for the daytime tours, $6 per person for the Saturday candlelight tours. Tips and recipes for season’s wildfowl According to Virginia Extension Agent Mike Clifford, author of “The 4-H Wild Game Food Guide and Cook Book,” “Even on the table, the wild turkey is superior to its domestic relative.” If the huntsman in your house is lucky enough to bag a wild gobbler, he or she will need to dress and clean the bird in the field. This is done by making a small slit below the breast and remove ing the entrails with fingers or a gut-hook. According to Clifford, many hunters also pluck their birds in the field before the feathers “set” in the skin. “Plucking takes more time than skinning,” says Clifford, “but produces a juicier and more tasty bird.” The breast meat of wild turkey is dark, moist and flavorful. To avoid wasting this palatepleasing advantage, Clifford recommends testing for doneness (180 degrees Fahrenheit) with a meat thermometer. He warns that a wild turkey can fool one accustomed to the domestic variety, because the meat even when thoroughly cooked will feel firmer and the legs will not be as easily removed. Preparation of wild ducks for cooking Dress ducks, removing entrails, in field unless weather is cold, in which case dressing can be done as soon as you get ducks home. Rough-pluck ducks, removing all but hard-to-get pinfeathers and down, also clipping off wings and feet (not head). Melt one cake of paraffin canning wax per duck in boiling water. Using heads as handles, dip ducks into wax, which should be about one-fourth inch thick on top of water. Pull ducks from pot and allow excess wax to drip off; then dip ducks back in pot before removing and plunging into cold water. 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Breakfast still an important meal • There’s good news and bad news about breakfast. The good news is there is a lot of important nutrition in breakfast rood. Nutritionists recommend that eVteryone get 25 percent of the daily nutritional needs at this meal. The bad news is there are nutrition concerns about some traditional breakfast foods. Examples are sugar in cereal, fat in bacon, cholesterol in eggs, and caffeine in coffee. « “The secret is to eat a variety of food which will help start the day off right nutritionally,” said a Virginia Tech Extension specialist. “It is particularly important that youngsters going to school get a nutritious start on the day,” said Jo Anne Barton, Extension specialist in foods and nutrition. Research continues to support the fact that those who do not eat breakfast are less attentive in the late morning hours and do not perform as well as those who do eat breakfast. 1 The positives about what to eat tot breakfast start with cereal. Ce►j reals may be made from one or a combination of grains; be flaked, puffed, or shaped, and have fruits and/or nuts added. Whole grain cereals supply fiber in the diet. Oatmeal, an old standby, is enjoying a resurgence of popularity as it has water soluble fiber which appears to help in reducing blood cholesterol levels. Most cereals are fortified with vitamins and minerals. Even though some cereals can provide 100 percent of the daily requirements of some nutrients, that seldom has to be a factor in selecting the cereal. “There is no need to be getting all the nutrients from one bowl of cereal,” Ms. Barton said. “Eating a variety of food all during the day is the way to get all needed nutrients.” She cautioned that many cereals that are not fortified and classified as “all natural” are higher in sugar and calorie content. Consumers should be aware of this when buying cereal. Milk is an excellent source of calcium, the nutrient needed for strong bones. 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THE CONTESTANTS LINE UP. A total of 11 contestants vied for the pahannock at RCHS last Friday. Rappahannock News photos/Cindy Mahan coveted title of Mr. Rap : Queen’ crowned • The coveted title of Mr. Rappahannock was captured by Sean (geana) Wayland after a hot competition at Rappahannock County High School last Friday night. Eleven handsome RCHS students vied for the title, delighting the audience, tyhich responded appreciatively with applause and wolf whistles. The competition, which is sponsored by the National Honor Society, was directed by Master of Ceremonies Jon Heddleston. This year’s winner was crowned by last year’s “queen,” Phillip Daczewitz. Judges were Freida Herman, Carla Scott and Brad Fisher. Runner-up for the 1987 crown was Jay (Sandy) Burke, and third place winner was Noah (Naomi) Waggener. : Other students who competed in the Mr. Rappahannock contest were: Wayne (Juanita) Dodson; Brendan (Brenda) Finnerty; John (Jo-Ann) Brown; Thomas (MoonChild) Schoppet; Richard (Bambi) Manuel; Richard (Chastity) Dietz; Lewis (Marion) Fisher; and Nathan •(Natalie) Burke. TpE JUDGES CRITIQUED each entrant in a number of categories, including “legs.” School lunch menus K(JUS Dec. 1-4 Tuesday - Pork chop, macaroni & cheese, buttered peas, pineapple & orange tidbits, homemade biscuit/butter , choice of milk. ; Wednesday - Bacon cheeseburger on bun, French fries, sliced peaches, homemade oatmeal cookie, Choice of milk. Thursday - Fish filet, wild rice, buttered broccoli, fresh apple wedge, corn bread/butter, choice of milk. •: Friday - Lasagne/beef, cheese sauce, tossed salad/dressing, fresh fruit cup, homemade French bread, choice of milk. 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Mrs. Wilhelm is the past president of the Piedmont Council Chapter of the Virginia Alliance for Arts Education. She was formerly on the Education Committee of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Judges for the contest will be Drema Setti, a local artist and art teacher at Germ anna Community College, Dr. Priscilla Hynson, Associate Professor, Art Department of Virginia Commonwealth University, Dr. Joseph Dreiss, chairman of the Art Department of Mary Washington College, and Dr. William H. Bennett, associate professor, Art Department of the Univeristy of Virginia. Mary Allen, co-owner of the Carriage Lane Gallery in Culpeper, will coordinate the judges. According to Mr. Slaughter, the Congressional Art Competition is a national competition coordinated and conducted by members of the U.S. House of Representatives, at no cost to the federal government. This year’s theme will focus on the Virginia debate in 1788 on thc& question of ratifying the U.S. Constitution. Participating students must su£ mit their artwork to one of the four Congressional district offices by Thursday, Jan. 7. Students who art' interested in the competition shouldcontact their local high school art teacher or one of the Congressional district offices for more information. After the artwork is judged in January, it will be displayed for a few weeks at the Carriage Lane Gal*, lery in Culpeper. Mr. Slaughter noted that in addition to being, shown at the gallery, the Seventy District Congressional Art Exhibit, will be displayed at the historic homes of James Monroe, Ash LawnHighland, near Charlottesville. Ttyp winning entry will then be exhibited at the U.S. Capitol in Washington. ,, Forecast is fitness with winterized workout - There’s a good healthy way to fight cold-weather cabin fever and winter weight gain: exercise. A dip in temperature shouldn’t chill your enthusiasm for keeping in shape. If you exercise caution, working out in the cold can be safe, pleasant and invigorating. Keeping fit is a good way to fight the winter doldrums. Think of this also: if you stay in shape the next few months, you’ll be better prepared to resume outdoor sports in the summer. Dr. Richard Gayle, a professor of health and physical education at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, suggests how to winterize your workout to prevent iiyury and illness: • Dress properly. Wear multiple layers of clothing. The air trapped between each layer serves as a great insulator. Also, the outer layer can be added or discarded, as needed. • Protect the extremities. Fingers, toes, face ahd ears get cold first because they lose heat more rapidly than other body parts. Mittens are warmer than gloves. A woolen cap that covers the ears protects the head best. • Eat right. A balanced diet should suffice for most of us. Serious trainers need additional fuel for exercise and body heat and should eat more carbohydrates and fats. A stack of pancakes or a bowl of hot oatmeal is a great way to start a training day. • Avoid excessive alcohol. Alcohol dulls the senses and increases heat loss. • Acclimatize. The more frequently you exercise in the cold, the more quickly your body will become accustomed to it. • Cover up after vigorous exercise to prevent a chill. Cold air will not prevent perspiration during vig orous activity. • Check the wind chill factor. A', 35 degree day with a 40-mile-peiy hour wind will have the same effects, as a zero degree day. • Adjust expectations. Even. a, one-degree decrease in core body temperature can significantly d^ crease your endurance. Dr. Gayle warns that sensib\p habits aren’t enough. If you’re exercising in the cold, you ought to mo$n itor your body for its ability to adjust to external temperatures. Hypothermia — a decrease in body temperature —; is a danger to which winter athletes should be alert. If you notice symptoms of hypothermia, such as slurred speech, numbness or shivering, you shoifjd immmediately get dry and warm up. Walking and jogging can be s^fe and ei\joyable year-round — if yj*u layer yourself with a few simple pi^cautions. * Holiday theatre in Warrenton The Barksdale Theatre’s musical adaptation of Dylan Thomas’ storypoem “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” nostalgically recalls Christmas past and the excitement of childhood when it was a delight to find an orange in your stocking and a bike under the tree, romp with friends in the snow and sing carols around the family piano. This new holiday musical, which tours Virginia the first part of December, will be presented by the Moving Arts Center at Fauquier High School Auditorium in Warren ton, Saturday, Dec. 5, at 8 p.m. The tour is sponsored by AT&T Foundation and the CSX Corporation through a block booking granted The Virginia Arts Presenters, a newly established consortium to which the Moving Arts Center belongs. Clinch Valley College coordinated the booking on behalf of the Virginia Arts Presenters with support ‘from the Virginia Commission on the Arts. The Barksdale Theatre of Virginia, established more than 30 years ago in historic Hanover Tavern near Richmond, is one of Virginia's, oldest non-profit theaters. They have received national attention for their highly successful 19-month tour of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” The consortium anticipates great success with this first tour and plahs are underway to bring other nationally acclaimed groups such as tjie Acting Company to Virginia. < General admission tickets are $8 for children and seniors and $10 wr adults. Group discounts are syllable. Tickets are available in advance at Roy Rogers (Warrentcjn, Winchester, Culpeper), all branches of Fauquier National Bank, Liberty Savings Bank, Jefferson Savings and Loan, and Manassas Racqiiet Club. For mail order, please sene a check with the number of tickets Indicated and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the Movihg Arts Center, P.O. Box 32, Warrenton, Va. 22186. For more infomrjation, please call (703) 349-1726. > FOUR WHEEL IT THROUGH WINTER! 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Classified Advertising Your Action Number 675-3338 CLASSIFIED INDEX - GENERAL CLASSIFIED " 1. Antique* '' 2. Auctions 3. Business Opportunities 4. Child Services " S. Child Car* Wanted 6. Commute™ Comer 7 Cr»tts-«-Pienty 8. Building Materials 9. Construction Equip. 10. Farm Equtp./SuppKea 12. Firewood (or Sal* ^3. Garage & Yard Salas ;I4. GardanEquip/Produca ill 5. Giveaways io Happy Ads 21. Happy Birthdays £2. Horse 4 Farm Directory £3. Horses for Sale £4. Household Items-Sale 25. Instruction Uo Livestock lor Sale •41. Lost A Found ■42 Mtsc. for Sale/Rent 43 Mtsc. Wanted '44. Mob*) Homes ' Sale/Rent *45 Musical instrumsnts • a Equipment *46 Office Equipment 47 Personals •SO. Pets •51. Recreational Equip. •60. Rentals - Apts. •61. Rentals - Business •62. Rentals - Houses 163. Rentals - Rooms •64. Rentals - Land • 65. Rentals - Vacation *66. Rentals - Wanted • • 67. Real Estate - Wanted • 68. Real Estate - I Sale by Owner 169. Real Estate - For Sale J 70. Roommates • Wanted/Available • 71 Services - Business • 72. Services ■ Farm 4 73. Services - < Home Improvements r 74. Services - Personal • 75. Services ■ Misc. • 76. Swap & Trade f 77. Trtbutes & Thanks ? EMPLOYMENT • 100. Employment Services *101. Help Wanted *102. Help W-Domestic >103. Help W.-Farm/Garden J110. Positions Wanted NOTICES ft • ANNOUNCEMENTS • 125. Business Notices 1126. Bids & Proposals , 127. Legal Notices ! AUTOMOTIVE 1200. Vehicles lor Sale 1201. Motorcycles 1202. Mechanic's Delight 1203. Parts & Accessories [ 204. Recreational Vehicles 1205. Boats & Accessories 250. Too Late to Classify Antiques 1 Antique Too) Sals — November 27 through December 8. 4,000 toon in stock, 400 new items. 20% off entire stock. The Chase, Ltd., Middleburg, Virginia. 703687-6973. Eitfoy a Blue Ridge Christmas at the SPERRYVILLE ANTIQUE MARKET November 27-30 Open House Special Sales 10a.m.-5p.m. Antiques, Collectibles Counby Farm Tables For information cal 703/987-8050 or 703/987-8180 Crafts-a-Plenty 7 Middleburg Arts & Crafts Festival- Middleburg Community Center Saturday, December 5 from 10 a.m. till 5 p.m. Over 50 quality craftsman. $1.00 admission, under 12 free. Building 8 Materials AH Steal dear-span building sale! 30x40x10 - $4,490., 40x50x10 - $5,890., 40x60x10 - $6,990., 50x100x12 - $10,990., 60x100x12 - $12,990., 70x100x14 - $14,490., 80x100x14 - $16,490. Other sizes. Call 1/800/223-8028. Construction 9 Equipment Sonny’s Excavating and Equipment Co., Heavy Road Equipment Auction, Friday, December 4, 1987, 10:00a.m. Franconia, Virginia near Washington, D.C., Shields Auction, 804/793-1833. Danville. Virginia. Steel Buildings* 40x75x12...$3.14 sq. ft, 50x100x16...$2.87 sq. ft., 60x100x16...$2.69 sq. ft., 70x100x14...$2.50 sq. ft., 100x100x14...$2.39 sq. ft. Allied Steel 1-800/6354141. Farm Equipment 10 and Supplies Standing rad oak, near Vint Hill Farms. 703/7547330. Hay, Straw, Sawdust, Purina feed. Cassidy Brothers Farm, 703-777-5134, Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm. Antiques 1 CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Dec. 5th Open 10a.m.-9p.m. Refreshments 6-9p.m, Buckland Antique Center On Rt.29 south, between Gainesville and Warrenton, Va. Nice selection of oak and country furniture, quilts, reflnshed trunks, collectibles and numerous gift items. 703/754-7081 Pre Pay Your Classified Ad And Deduct 25$ from rates below Wbe ftappaftannocfe Jletos CLASSIFIED ORDER BLANK Nam©___ Address__ City-State_Zip_ ClassificationCopy-- CopyTo Run;_weeks l$2 charge oe' week for mailing do* numDer recces ] RATES (per insertion) CLASSIFIED WORD AD: 20 words (or less).$4 00 15c each additional word Save 25c when you pay in advance CLASSIFIED DISPLAY: Per column inch.$4.80 HORSE & FARM DIRECTORY: Word ad (20 words or less). $14.00 50c each additional word Display type--Per column inch..'$18.00 TRIBUTES & THANKS: $3.00 per inch - $5.00 minimum • GENERAL INFORMATION ERRORS - No adjustment will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by the Monday (5.00p.m.) following the date of publication. Prepayment is required for some classifications and types of ads. Call for us further information. AFTER AN AD IS ORDERED it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadlines for that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read back to you for any corrections you may want to make. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make a change call us at once! MAIL TO: The Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59, Washington. Va. 22747 Attn: Classified Adv. Dept. Firewood 12 for8ale Firewood, mixed $90/cord; hardwood $100/cord; Locust stakes, posts sawed and split. Call Nils Aylor, 703-675-3224. Rrewood- Seasoned oak and mixed hardwood. $125 per cord delivered. Call 703/937-4602. Seasoned Firewood - $110 cord delivered. All hardwood. Call (703)6358823. L.S. Tree Service, firewood, $95 cord. Dry or green. Call 703/987-8796. 3+ Cords firewood, poplar/ hardwood mixed, left from last year. $275 for all, less if you haul, Amissville area. Shenandoah Wood stove, 1 Vi years, $125. 703/347-4005. Garage and 13 YardSalea Flea Market, every Saturday and Sunday, starting at 8a.m. Lakeside Flea Market, Route 522 in Culpeper. For information or spot rentals call 703-825-6600 or 703-825-5877. Mary’s Thrift Shop, 211 West, Sperryville. Saturday, 12 to 5, Sunday, 10 to 4. Coats, sweaters, jeans, shirts, baby bed. Happy Ads 20 Camille’s Flowers for all occasions Weddlngs«Dinner Parties Offlce«Special Events*Glfts Main Street 703/675-3757 Washington. Va. 703/675-3757 Instruction 25 Train to be TRAVEL AGENT TOUR GUIDE ■^AIRLINE RESERVATIONS Start locally, full time/ part-time. Train on live airline computers. Home study and resident training. Financial aid available. Job placement assistance. National Hdqtrs. Lighthouse PL, FI. A.C.T. TRAVEL SCHOOL 1-800-327-7728 Accredited member N.H.S.C. Livestock 40 forSale 40 Baby pigs for sale. 703(788-4386. ANGUS BULLS Rugged, growthy, semen tested, ready for service. Hill Crest Farm John or Sue Rucker Call 703/364-2875 Lost and 41 Found If You have found or tost a dog or cat, call Pet Registry anytime. 703/547-2298. Animals available for adoption. Miac. for 42 Sale/Rent A complete Atari set-up with two jost sticks and eight games. Call 703/9878650. Baby land Sale, cribs from $159.99, including mattress. Specializing in baby furniture and accessories. Hours: Monday through Saturday 9 to 5, Friday nights until 6. Babyland, Weems Lane (Pineville Plaza), Winchester, Virginia. 665-1899. Building Material: approxmately 500' of 31/«" ranch base, 25e/ft. Seven miscellaneous doors, swing and by-pass, $10 each. Two 6’ chain link gates, 11' & 12’, $100 each or both for $175. Also steel posts at $2 each. 1974 Ford pickup - parts only, $200 as is. 703/3474005. Christmas Sunbeds Sunal -Wolff Sunbeds- For family or business SlenderQuest toning tables super moneymaker. Call for free color catalogue & Xmas specials 1-800-8353826. Commodore 64 complete system - computer, pnnter, monitor, modem, floppy disk drive, and various software and literature. $800, price is negotiable. 703/937-6146, ask for Mike. Diamond Ring, with presentation case. Fiery stone, just under Vi carat. Tiffany setting. Appraised at over $1,000, will sacrafice for $700 or best offer. Call 703/987-8343, leave message. Hand-made Chocolate truffles and candied ginger for the holidays - treat your family and friends! Call Cindy, 703/987-3106. Mans wide 14K gold wedding band $225.00. Ladies 14K gold and diamond bridal set (2 rings) total diamond weight 1/4 ct., $325.00. All new, never used. Call Mark after 5 p.m. (703)636-9639. Pacific '88 Tour - Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, April 4-16, 1988. Host Dr. Lindsay Howan, Free Color Brochure. 703/337-1025; 337-4200. Blue Ridge Travel, P.O. Box 477, Stuarts Draft, Va. 24477. Warehouse Sale— Kohler tubs, sinks, tiolets. Gold and chrome faucets/drains. 703-391-1510. Special Pre-Order Prices unfit Nov. 27th Christmas wreaths, white pine roping, holly, pinsettias, azaleas, read and white cushion mums. Other greenery by special arrangement. Camille’s 703/675-3757 PHOTOGRAPHS Permanent prints of the STAFF PICTURES which appear in the Rappahannock News can be ordered from the News Office. Prices are $8 for 5x7 and $12 for 8x10. 703/675-3349 Auctions 2 CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28th, 1987 10:00 A.M. Rain or Shine THIS IS OUR REGULAR MONTHL Y CONSIGNMENT AUCTION HELD A T: CULPEPER AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISES ON RT. 29 SOUTH OP CULPEPER, VIRGINIA THIS IS A GOOD TIME TO SELL ANY UNWANTED ITEMS YOU HAVE! MOVE IT OUT AND GET QUICK CASH!* TERMS: CASH LUNCH SERVED BY: MADISON RESCUE SQUAD LADIES AUXILIARY 9 A COL. TOM W. REESE AUCTION COMPANY 'JM * M4»N #Y CUiP|P«* Y'NOlWA »J»0’ PNONf ’OJ «;> 1190 SINK 1 SSI immm CHTIIKI I HIM I mac. for 42 Sale/Rent $20,000 BmI* Treasure. Essential new information, maps, original pamphlet; unsolved ciphers. ‘Best book yet.’ 236 pages. Exciting gift. $21. Hamilton's, 155 Main, Bedford, Va. 24523. Mobile Homes* 44 Sale/Rent New A Used mobile homes. New homes start at $16,900 and up. We have double wides on our sales lot. Used homes start at $1,900 and up. Located Rt.29 and Rt.666, Culpeper, Monday-Saturday, 8-6; Sundays 12-6. Virginia Mobile Homes. Call 703/825-2446. 1971 Marllte, 12x65 mobile home. Tax assessment $4800, will sell for $3000. Excellent or temporary home while building. Must be moved) Less if moved in 2 weeks. 703/347-4005. Musical Instr. 45 ft Equipment HAVING A WINTER PARTY? Let ns furnish Ibe music from D.J.’s to bands. . Culpeper Music Culpeper Va 703/825-1331 Office 46 Equipment Address-O-Graph Equipment Complete setup including address-o-graph printer, plate maker, plates, etc. Contact John Toler, The Fauquier Democrat, Warrenton, 703/347-4222 days. Office phone system for sale- Paragon. Up to 6 lines/ 10 sets. Four of the sets executive. Call 804/798-2053. AB Dick 8805 Printing Press. Great condition. $5,500. Call 804/798-2053. i ! J ! ) | Instant Printing — for lease - Xerox 1075 Mad athon Copier. First fcbpy ift 8 seconds, 70 per minute. Copy selector: 1 to 999. Reduction - pre-set 98%, 77%, 74% and 65%, variable from 100% to 65%. Paper supply - Main tray: 1000 sheets (20-lb. stock). Auxilary tray: 500 sheets (20-lb. stock). You have to see the 1075's copy quality to believe it. Take over lease payments. Call Allen Key at the Loudoun TimesMirror, Leesburg, Va., Tel. (703)777-1111. Personals 47 Loser Wanted Lose up to 29 pounds, inches, cellulite per month. Doctor recommended on TV. This is your last diet! Call now! 612644-0371. Medical Insurance forms piling up? We can help. Professional filing service. Call MCPS, Inc. for brochure. (703)476-5609. SURPRISE! A kBELLYDANCER “ for your party! Classy, affordable 3, 13 or i.3 minute snows by "ANTHEA". 703/547-2453 Services To Abused Families, Inc. Providing battered Women Alternatives for Safety. For help or information call: 349-0309 or 825-TURN Pets 50 Brittany Male 4 months, AKC Champion line, family raised, housebroken, field ready, all shots. Excellent temperament, great with kids. 703-882-3911. Pets 50 Cutsst Puppies on earth) Free! Golden Retriever Collie Doberman mix. Some gold, some black and brown. Near Flint Hill, 703/675-3693. Petdngeee Puppies sale. Purebt for urebred hut no papers, 4 males, 1 female. Ready to go 12/10/87. Small deposit will hold your favorite until Christmas. $125 each. Call 703/9551068. Pit Bull for sale, champion Diood line, registered AKC, 2 years old, very good natured; $200. (703) 6354226, ask for Millie. Rentals- 60 Apartments Available now: Upstairs apartment consisting of 2 bedrooms, 1Vi baths, living room with fireplace & screen, large eat-in kitchen, double car garage with washer/ dryer hook-up. No refrigerator. Security deposit required. $550 per month; downstairs apartment consisting of 2 bedrooms, 1 Vi baths, living room/ kitchen combination, enclosed porch with grill, wall-to-wall carpeting. $550 per month. Utilities included on both. Call J & J Real Estate, 703/825-1234. Rt.681,5 miles off 231. One Bedroom apartment, heat pump/ AC. Located in Washington, Virginia. Available December 1. 703/635-4392. Rentals - 62 Houses Sperryvllle Area - Furnished A frame with loft, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen. No children or pets. $400 a month plus security deposit. Available January 1. Evenings 703/549-7954. SL Cloud Farm. A mini mansion, 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, pool on 30 acres for $1,500 per month. Beautiful 19 stall bam for $1,000 per month. May rent separately or together. Gainesville, Va., Long & Foster, 703/3472250. rtr 1 Six roo<n« 2 story colonial, . Sperryvillp ■ mediately. References, security deposit. $525 per month. 703/987-8507. Townhouses for rent in Old Town Warrenton. Available now, one 3 bedroom, 2 Vi bath, fireplace, walk out basement, $725/ month. Available around first week in Dec., 3 bedroom, 2Vi bath, basement, $700/ month. Call Ann after 6p.m. Mon.- Fri.; after 1p.m. Sat. and Sun. 703/439-8484. Rentals - 64 Lands Small Apple orchard for rent, approximately 500 trees, Huntly area, 1988 season. Reply to: P.O. Box 59-EE, Washington, Va. 22747. Real Estate - 67 Wanted Couple Looking to purchase (hopefully financed) a nice piece of property for retirement (late 1990’s). Owners only please. 703/527-5660. Wanted To buy: Country store, filling station or other business in rural Culpeper, Fauquier or Rappahannock County. Phone 703/3683655. Real Estate - 68 Sale by Owner Fauquier County - Hunter's Paradise. 5 + acres near Linden and Rt.66 interchange, on the top of the Blue Ridge mountains. Located in the center of G. Richard Thompson Wildlife area. $18,950 with top financing available. Ready to build on now or hold for investment. Please call owner evenings, 703/6356968. Livestock for Sale 40 ANGUS AUCTION 55 Quality Females Nov. 28 Noon Hill Crest Farm Delaplane, VA. For more info call 703/364-2875 or 804/293-3044 Real Estate- 68 Sale by Owner Recreational Property in the Shenandoah valley on the Shenandoah River. North Fork on the Shenandoah near Front Royal. Deeded property. Must sell due to health. Many beautiful features and amenities. Save $2,000 from selling price. Call 703-662-4484 (Winchester) after 6 p.m. Real Estate - 69 For Sale Lake Gaston Map and buyer s guide - Free - Call or write Tanglewood Realty, P.O. Box 116, Bracey, Va. 23919, 604/636-2204. Quality Brick homes, Built on your lot 100%. Complete stating from $36,150. Capes, Ranchers, and 2Stories, no money down financing. Free brochures. Call collect Richmond 804/794-4614 or Fredericksburg 703/373-2711. LOCAL AUTHORIZED BUILDER/DEALER Nationwide Modular Homes. Will build or sell package 703/825-1663 CORBIN HOMEBUILDERS. INC. Roommates 70 Wanted/Available Roommates to share 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, house in Country Side. $300 per month plus 1/3 utilities. 430-1311 after 5pm. Services - 71 Business Auto Insurance problems? Call Leary Insurance for low monthly rates; immediate SR22 filings. Call 703/825- 4234 from 8:30a.m.-4p.m. daily. BALDWIN BUILDERS ~ k guilder/ frealer Quality Homes by Continental 703/987-8079 Tom Baldwin, Jr. Model shown by appointment. Services - 71 Basin ess Bushhog Mowing, 6' mower. Have trailer, will travel. CaH 703/754-9643. Chimney Cleaning. Make yours a safe wood burning season, 703/825-4509. Mortgage Money available: Alf types of mortgage loans, good or poor credit. Brokers protected. Call (703)273-1450 or 800-3CASH11. Old Black and white photos copied, reasonable prices. Hand-coloring available. Cindy Mahan, 703937-4887. Roofing - Gutters -down spoutings. Tinning and roofing of all kinds. Aluminum gutter; down spout. Roof repair. Bill Starks, 703/675-3630, 703/6753724. We do remodelling, decks, porches, additions, basements and fireplaces as well as all types of masonry and carpentry work. Please call Omega Construction, 703/361-1516. ATTENTION PERSPECTIVE HOME OWNER: Don’t overpay for your home. T.G. Taylor Construction will introduce YOU to Continental Modular Homes! 703/987-8043 RYLAND MODULAR HOMES Energy Efficient Cost Efficient Timely Completion 703-825-5184 Shuman Homebuilders, Inc. WASHINGTON VIDEO RENTALS OpcnWed.-S«a. ? w -Tpid.: ^ rr», - - > Hi - J. VCR s for rest or sale Main Street in the basement of the Miller Bldg. 703/675-3454 VHS & BETA BUD'S ROOFING •Reroofs •New Work •Tear-offs •Paint Free Estimates Qauranteed work 17 Years Experience Callalter6p.nl., 703/439-2373 SHUMAN HOMEBUILDERS, INC. • Homes • Additions • Restorations Design Consultation Architectural Drawings Timely Completion 703-825-5184 WOODWARD FENCING Chain Length and Stockade Free Estimates Gauranteed work 5 Years Experience Call after 6p.m., 703/439-2373 Mlsc. 43 Wanted CA$H PAID FOR SCRAP CAST IRON Such as Stripped Automotive Blocks, etc rrices uererminea, *3 By Quantities and Qualities Delivered to Our Yard in Culpeper BINGHAM & TAYLOR FOUNDRY Nolle Place 825-8334 Culpeper Sendees- 71 Business CONSTRUCTION* ENGINEERING CONSULTANT Planning, management, estimates, inspections, legal and insurance loss claims. C.Va.BMua,ri. 703/347-2la# 349-4377 Help For Hire •Handyman •Odd Jobs Reasonable Rates Free estimates 703/937-4910 PHOTOGRAPHS Permanent prints of the STAFF PICTURES which appear in the Rappahannock News can be ordered from the News Office. Prices are $8 for 5x7 and $12 for 8x10. 703/675-3349 PIANO TUNING: Work guaranteed 30 years fUU time Warren Emerson Dennis Call collect. Amlssvllle, Va. (703) 937-5857 PULLEN’S ELECTRICAL S PLUMBING State Licensed New Si Old Work Pump Installation Free Estimates on New Work 703-675-3249 Experienced and Fully Insured Modern Equipment Chimney Lining eite yMtaout ftntfn BRUCE VIERLING 703/675-3508 Services - 7$ Home Improvement — i T C A M Carpet Cleaning and Painting, free estimates, business phone 703-5923362. Ask for Clifton. Dominion General Contracting. Remodelling, room additions, kitchens, bathrooms, rec rooms, garages, decks, patios plus handyman service. For estimates call 703/937-5482 after 5p.m. Sanding & refinishing hardwood floors. Reasonable rates. Call Roger 703/635-2558. B&B BUILDING Specializing in decks, additions ft remodeling 18 years experience No job too small Call after 8p.m., 703/937-5280 Services - 74 Personal Your Thanksgiving Turkey Fresh Roasted. Stuffed and Delivered Only $45 (avg. 15 lbs.) SMOKEHOUSE FARM 703-347-0639 COPY SERVICE AVAILABLE^ Copies while you waft mn fcappaljannotfe i)ctos Main Street Washington 703/675-3349

Classified Advertising Your Action Number 675-3338 HELP WANTED Accounting MangamenL Headquarters of a major corporation in Manassas Virginia is currently seeking an experienced hands-on person to manage our computerized accounts payable department College degree preferred. Leadership ability required. Excellent benefits. Negotiable pay and a modem working environment. Submit confidential resume with salary rquirements to: Box L, c/o The Fauquier Democrat, P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, Virginia 22186. Asphalt Worker*— Centred He Paving Contractor needs laborers, rakers. Bobcat operators, truck drivers, etc. Experience preferred. Good pay/ benefits. 703-256-2455. leave message. Avon Salas: Earn $$$$'s selling Avon at work or where you live. VA/M D/DC metro area. Call 451-7103. VA Toll free 1-800-2331015. Babysitting. Infanta and smali children, experienced with references, located in Jeffersonton and Amissville area. Reasonable rates. 703/937-5005. C«p*ntif for steady cuetom work in Rappahannock County. Must have tools and transportation, call Peter Kreylin at 703/987Carpenters, Helpers & Laborers for commercial and residential projects in Loudoun & Fauquier Counties. Minimum requirements include valid drivers license & phone. For application, call 703-777-1855 between 7:30 -4:30 or come by Bernard Carlton, Inc., at 207 South King Street Leesburg, Virginia. Carpenters Helpers and laborers wanted. Year round work, both inside and outside in the Warrenton area. Excellent pay. Call 703/347-7514. Child Care person tor 10 year old boy. Overnight 2 to 3 nights a week. Must be familiar with wood stove. Responsible high school student will be considered. 703/987-8650. Clerk Typist Position available immediately in our large modern office. Accurate typing, 5055w.p.m. and filing skills required. Full time with benefits starting as early as 30 days after hire date. Mail brief resume to; Box J, c/o Fauquier Democrat, P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, Virginia 22186. DRIVERS Concrete Mixers Established Northern Virginia concrete producer seeking drivers with minimum 2 years heavy truck experience. Must have good references and driving record. Starting salary $9.50 per hour with health and dental benefits. Contact Tom Collins (Collect) 703/471-6330 E.O.E. Telemarketing Sales Manager Great opportunity for sales oriented individual to head up new Telemarketing Department at The Fauquier Democrat. Full time employment with company benefits, plus the opportunity to set up and run your own operation. Aggressive sales approach and detail oriented a must. Salary and commission plan. Apply to: John T. Toler, General Manager The Fauquier Democrat P.O.Box 631 Warrenton, VA. 22186 703/347-4222 ELECTRICIANS & EXPERIENCED HELPERS ARE YOU TIRED OF FALSE PROMISES ABOUT SECURITY, A FUTURE, BENEFITS, ADVANCEMENT AND PAY RATE? ARE YOU IN A RUT WITH YOUR CAREER? YES? THEN YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO CHECK OUT £tunoance Electrical (Contractors, Jhc. WHAT DO YOG HAVE TO LOSE? Call now and we'll arrange an interview at your convenience. Entry positions also available. 703/349-8200 -Local 703/368-8577 - Manassas 703/273-5877-Metro Beginning level/ must have knowledge of RPGII larv K. Take advantage of reat opportunity to Join our large local com* pany • we employ over 1,000 individuate. Complete benefits, negotiable pay and very good growth potential. For immediate consideration, mail your resume to: Computer Programmer, P.O. Box 188. Manassas, Virginia 22110. Construction Laborers for commercial and remodeling projects in Northern Virginia. Concrete foundation and pre-engineered steel building experience useful. Must have valid driver's license and phone. Call 703/777-1855. 7:304:30 Monday/ Friday. Cook. $5.04 per hour, eubstitute position to prepare meals in human services agency. Preparing and serving meals at nutrition site. Supervising kitchen volunteers and cleaning kltchan. Experience in commercial cooking. Must be available some weekends and holidays. Apply by Dec. 3,1987 to Personnel Office, RappahannockRapidan Community Servicoo Center, 401 S. Main St, Culpeper, Va. 22701, 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. Drivers Needed. must have Class A chauffeurs license. Good pay, good hours. Please bring a copy of drtvng record and apply at E. E. Lyons Construction Company, 9325 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, or call 703759-2171, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Driver/ Laborers in Warrenton based highway striping company. Good driving record. Drivers license required. Extensive travel -overtime. 703/3499200,9a.rn.-3p.rn. Electrical Cornmnlil foreman. W* offer lop pay, Me. dental and medical insurance, paid vacation, paid holiday*, sick leave and profit sharing plan, pay rata up to $14 per hour. Sundance Electrical Contractors, New Baltimore Business Park, Va. E.O.E. 703/349-8200 or metro 273-5877. Bactrlelana - Residential and commercial machanica and helpers. We offer top pay, life, dental and medical insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave and profit sharing plan, pay rate up to $13 per hour. Sundance Electrical Contractors, New Baltimore Business Park, Va E.O.E. 703/349-8200 or metro 273-5877. Experienced needed for large area builder In Prince William County. Excellent benefits. Please caH 703/494-3909. Help Wanted. Experienced milker for modem dairy. Refarencas required. 703/788-4114. Inside Sides Full Time Opening for full time sales person to service retail and wholesale customers in our Warrenton store. Must be dependable, mature and interested in home decorating and paint products. For details, apply in person or contact: Bruce or Terry at 703/347-4337. Openings for temporary and permanent production >■ employees On the Job training Apply at Rochester Corporation, Personnel Office, Old Brandy Road, Culpeper, Virginia. EOE. Experience _ The Renaissance * Advantage The Ramada Renaissance is a premiere hotel located near bulles Airport. We offer competitive salaries, excellent health benefits, life insurance, complimentary employee meals, extensive training programs, outstanding promotional opportunities, and-an employee recruitment bonus. Come grow with us! The following positions are now available: • Restaurant Service • Cashier • Housekeeping • Bus Person e Bar Beck • Painter • Bellperson, 3rd Shift Please apply in person to the Human Resource Department between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. 13869 Park Center Rd. Herndon, VA 22071 478-2900 EOE Come to work for Virginia’s Best Weekly Newspaperl The Loudoun Times-Mirror it growing! The following positions are available in the Classified Department: • Full Time Classified Advisor • Part Time Classified Advisor (10 to 16 hours/week) • Part Time Productlon/Paste-Up Assistant (10 to 16 hours/week) Requirements: 40 WPM, strong spelling and grammar. Must be mature, organized, responsible, reliable and able to work under pressure. Positions are permanent. Part time positions could lead to full time. Benefits: Good starting salary with commission incentives. Full time position includes medical/life Insurance, vacation and sick leave. For appointment to Interview Call Connie at Interior Door assembler (or manufacturing company. Must be dependable. Will train. Excellent pay and benefits. Apply In person Annandale Millwork Corp., 6612 James Madison Highway, Haymarket, Laborers and Carpenters Helpers wanted. Year round work, both inside and outside in the Warrenton area. Excellent pay. Call 703/347-7514. Office Administrator for small company. Flexible hours, about 30/week; begin after January 1. Varied responsibilities and opportunities for professional orowth. Work with IBM PC and Apple Mac; telecommunications; bookkeeping; WP; general office; finance and contracts admin. Send resume, references and salary requirements to TLC, Route 1, Box 190, Amissville, Virginia 22002. Ogden Allied Services are looking for head cook, cashier, salad bar prep, and utility workers. We offer a Monday through Friday work week, no weekends or holidays. Good pay and benefits. If interested call Nora at 703689-5202 between 6am and 3pm. Painters Wanted. Must be experienced, dependable and reliable. Call 703/3471767 or 703/439-2077 or 703/937-5070. Production Workers Woodworking plant in Haymarket, VA nas need for full time builders and assemblers. Some experience required. Good pay and benefits. Dock workers, shipping people, and drivers also needed. Call 703/754-4163,9a.m.-5p.m. for an interview. Road Drivers - 2 years recent OTR experience. Minimum age 23. Late model equipment. Excellent pay, insurance, profit-sharing, retirement. 1/800-6335647. M-F Personnel Dept. McClendon Trucking. Road And Bridge builder in Northern Virginia needs experienced heavy equipment operators, bridge carpenters, cement finishers and laborers. Year round employment. Excellent benefits. Shirley Contracting Corporation 703550-8100. E.O.E. Sheet-fed commercial printer in Shenandoah Valley has opportunity for trained 4/c stripper. Must have 5 years experience. Excellent work environment, wages and benefits. Send resume to Personnel, Good Printers, Inc., 213 Dry River Road, Bridgewater, Va. 22812. 703/8284663. Secretary I. $5.04 per hour, 13V6 hours per week. Part time evening work in Culpeper. Receptionist duties, ability to handle confidential data. Typing skills. Apply by Dec. 4, 1987 to Personnel Office, Rappahannock- Rapidan Community Services Center, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, Va. 22701, 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. DIESEL MECHANICS Established Northern Virginia concrete producer seeking experienced diesel mechanics for operations in Northern Virginia area. Mack truck background a plus. Excellent starting salary and fringe benefits. Contact Tom Collins (Collect) 703/471-6330 E.O.E. CUSTODIAN - GUARD Rotation shift work which includes night guard and janitorial duties. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Full time employment. Prefer person with maintenance and industrial floor care experience. Uniforms furnished. Competitive salary and benefits. Call Mrs. Stevens at 703/439-3271. Ross Industries, Inc. Rt.610, Midland, Va. 22728 E.O.E. Secretary I. Full time position for experienced individual with good secretarial and organizational skills In Warrenton. Va. Excellent typing skills required, word processing helpful. Some evenings hours. Apply with Center application by Dec. 4, 1987 to Personnel Office, Rappahannock- Rapidan Community Services Center, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, Va. 22701. EEQ/AA. Secretary. Organized person needed to handle secretarial duties, for multiple individuals. Skills needed: typing 55-60 w.p.m., word processing and shorthand (or speed writing). Come join our corporation in a newly remodeled office soon to be completed. Submit your resume with desired pay to: Box K, c/o Fauquier Democrat, P.O.Box 631, Warrenton, Virginia 22186. Telemarketing/ Sales. Manufacturer of stairs and railing components is seeking qualified person to telemarket it's products to established residential building contractors from it's facility in Flint Hill, Virginia. Extensive on the job training. Salary plus commission. Opportunity to grow with company. Must be able to project positive image over the phone. Apply by phone, Balzac, Inc. 703/675-3022. Truck Drivers — Tandem dump truck experience, $9 per hour. Bring current driving record to: J.B. Shotwell & Son, Inc., 1106 Sterling Rd., Sterling, Va. 703-4502340 Truck Driver, lull time nonseasonal position for construction site/ warehouse deliveries. Company located near Gainesville. Salary based on experience Call 703/349-1200 for appointment. Warehouse help needed, some heavy work involved. Shift work. Starting pay $6 hour. Manassas area. 703/369-2656. TRUCK DRIVER Petroleum Company Full Time Call 703-777-2431 Business 125 ^ Notices _ No Hunting or trespassing on my land on Oventop Mountain, John Hickey. (Old John Majors Farm). WASHINGTON DULLES RAMADA RENAISSANCE HOUSEKEEPING Here we grow again! Our luxury hotel, located near Dulles Airport has just completed a 100 room expansion. We are looking for several hard working, dedicated employees to complete our housekeeping staff. We now offer a $5.00 per hour starting wage, .25c per hour increase after 90 days, 14 room quota, $3.00 per hour additional room bonus. Excellent health benefits free employee meals, Ramada room discounts and much more. Please apply in person to the Human Resources Department between 9am & 5pm, Mon-Fri. 13869 Park Center Rd Herndon, Va. 22071 478-2900 EOE WAREHOUSE PERSONNEL Entre Computer Centers We are hiring warehouse personnel! •Shippers •Receivers •Order Pullers •Stockers •Janitorial •Maintenance PT, FT and temporary/Christmas Day and night shift available Experience needed based on position EOE -Company paid medical/long term disability/life insurance -Employee purchase plan -Retirement plan -Tuition reimbursement -Varied training opportunities Stop by and fill oat an application: 4260 Entre Court Chantilly, Va. 703/378-4050,9-12p.m., 2-5p.m. America’s largest publicly held marketing, distribution andjran’ chising network computer retail centers. Notices POSmVELY NO HUNTING OR TRESPASSING On The Following Properties: ★★★ . 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Needs front-end work. 81,000/ofler. 347-4997 after 6p.m. Happy Thanksgiving! Photographers The Fauquier Democrat needs an experienced photography lab technician to work up to 10 hours a week. Quality black and white darkroom skills required. Afternoon or evening hours. Send examples of your photographic prints to: Editor Fauquier Democrat P.O.Box 631 Warrenton, VA 22186 FREELANCE WRITERS The Fauquier Democrat needs reliable, experienced reporters to cover these and other beats: Education Issues Local Politics Environmental Issues Human Interest Features If you can turn in timely, concise and accurate stories, and have the dips to prove it, send to: M. Owen Korsmo Executive Editor Fauquier Democrat P.O.Box 631 Warrenton, VA 22186 Motorcycles 201 IMS Yamaha YZ250 Monocross, with helmet. Excellent condition, $1500/ best offer. 703/439-3701. 1M4 Honda Prelode, red, AC, AM/FM stereo, 5speed, sunroof, excellent condition, $2,000 & take over payments. 703/7889938. WANT YOURj PHONE TO RING? 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Depression (Continued from Page 1) can leave those without feeling worthless and unloved. Depression is a continuum, Mr. Nettles explained, as are most illnesses, whether physical or mental. Cancer, he said, is a physical analogy. Diagnose it early, and you may spend the afternoon in the hospital having a minor operation, or be treated soley as an outpatient. Let it go, and treatment may require longterm hospital care. It can kill you. If left untreated, depression can kill as surely as cancer. Spotting the symptoms Symptoms of depression have been found to be universal, and the majority of cases evidence one or more of the clinically accepted signs. An important point to remember is that depression varies from mild bad moods to thoughts about, or attempts to commit, suicide. Clinically, depression is not diagnosed until the symptoms have continued for at least two weeks, Mr. Nettles emphasized. Usually there is more than one indication. “The key factor in diagnosing the severity of a depressive episode is the number of symptoms present, their intensity, and their duration. “Everybody has trouble falling asleep once in a while,” he said. “That’s not depression.” That is more likely the mind and/or body’s reaction to an immediate problem in the individual’s life. Insomnia (inability to sleep), or its mirror twin, hypersomnia (sleeping more than usual), are common signs of depression. Everyone has established sleep patterns for their stage of life, Mr. Nettles said. Generally, the younger the person, the more sleep they require. A disturbance in that pattern lasting more than a few nights may be a symptom of depression. Appetite disturbances are another common signal. Again, the symptoms are mirror images. Anorexic behavior (refusing to eat, or eating almost nothing), or binge eating are the two extremes. Again, long term disturbance of established patterns is the key to the possible presence of depression. I .oss of interest in activities which usually are enjoyed by the individual, and make up an important part of their life, are another symptom. For example, a person with a long-term, avid interest in a bowling league, or an outdoor hobby, or church, who suddenly loses all interest in that activity may be manifesting a symptom of depression. Anhedonia, a sudden lack of interest in or inability to enjoy things which are pleasurable, is another common sign. Obviously, a sudden lack of interest in sex is a good example, but a person who enjoys good food who suddenly ceases, without reason, to care about what they eat is only one of many other examples. Most serious symptoms As the continuum spirals downward, the symptoms become more severe. Social withdrawal will frequently intensify feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness and helplessness which generally accompany a depressive episode. Depression, particularly in an individual spending a lot of time alone, tends to feed on itself, becoming more severe and the feelings more overwhelming. It is at this point that the individual, if the depression is severe enough, may turn to thoughts of suicide. “This is the most serious symptom of depression,” Mr. Nettles emphasized. “It is fatal if successful, and if unsuccessful, may cause permanent physical and/or mental disa unity. "Depression is a cyclical disease,” he said, “and it tends to get worse as it recurs.” The most dangerous points for individuals caught in the cycle are midway between the high and low points. When they are caught in the depths of depression, the affected person is often in such a “vegetative state” that they are unable to make decisions about acts like suicide, Mr. Nettles said. And, at the high point, their mood is upbeat and they are unlikely to consider ending their life. It is when they see themselves entering the depressive phase, with a knowledge of what lies ahead, that the likelihood of a suicide attempt is greatest. Conversely, as their mental state improves as they leave a depressive episode, their feeling may be, “I'm better now, but sooner or later it will get worse again - so why keep going?” Mr. Nettles stressed that “a person who is acutely suicidal needs to be hospitalized in a psychiatric unit” which is accustomed to dealing with suicide prevention and the treatment of depression. Symptoms which may be evidenced by a person contemplating suicide include giving away treasured possessions, writing a will, paying bills and otherwise “tying up loose ends,” or “a stressed and anxious person who is suddenly at peace without the source of the stress being resolved." A person evidencing the last symptom. Mr. Nettles said, “has likely formulated a plan to do it. ” He said that it is important to debunk several dangerous myths about suicide: • The person who talks about it won’t do it. “They do.” • Because a person has tried once they aren’t really serious and they won’t harm themselves. “They will.” An unfortunate truth about suicide is that it is “contagious,” Mr. Nettles said. Statistics indicate that a significant percentage of the population is in some Stage of depression at any given time, so some portion of those individuals are probably depressed enough to have considered suicide. “It is on their minds. The main inhibitor is fear - that they will screw that up like everything else. Fear keeps most people from acting on those thoughts.” A successful suicide may loosen those inhibitions, spurring “copycats,” especially in small, tightlyknit communities, or when the original victim has high visibility. He was quick to add, however, that “I am not aware of any statistics which indicate that public information, awareness and education contribute to an increase in suicide.” Coping with depression A person making threats, or speaking about thoughts of suicide, Mr. Nettles stressed, should always be taken seriously. It is quite possibly a cry for help. Research has established that depression is a biological illness caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. In that sense, it is much like diabetes, which is also caused by a chemical imbalance. Research has also established that treatment of the illness is most effective when medication is combined with counseling. Medication treats the chemical imbalance, eliminating the biological cause, while counseling helps the individual to cope and deal with life more effectively. Several experts in the treatment of depression advocate physical exercise as a potent remedy, and regularly prescibe it as part of their treatment plan. Scientific research has provided some evidence that exercise may, in fact, assist in altering imbalances in the brain by stimulating the production of some chemicals and inhibiting others. Increasing involvement with others i$ also beneficial. Learning tp relax, making time to have fun, doing something new or doing something for someone else usually has a positive effect., It is also important to have realistic expectations, to break monumental tasks down into managable pieces, and to challenge dogmatic “shoulds,” “musts,” and “have tos.” Equally important as anything else, Mr. Nettles said, is to learn to express anger. Depression, according to one expert’s definition, is anger turned inward. Just because a person manifests the symptoms of depression doesn’t mean they are, Mr. Nettles said. But, many people who have the symptoms never seek treatment. And the treatment will in most cases help them. It is important to get rid of the stigma of depression, he concluded. “In most cases it is a normal reaction by a normal person to an abnormal event or situation in their lives.” Seeking treatment for depression is no more something to be ashamed of than seeking treatment for high blood pressure or diabetes. Suit (Continued from Page 1) ing the permit. The suit asks that the council be compelled by court order to review its decision to grant Ms. Haase’s permit; and that the Court declare the council’s action “null and void as arbitrary, capricious, discriminatory, illegal and without reasonable relation to the public health, safety and general welfare ... a denial of the due process of law, and contrary to the requirements of the Town Zoning Ordinance, the Town of Washington Comprehensive Plan, the Code of Virginia, the Constitution of Virginia, the Equal Protection and Due Process Clauses of the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States of America, and the Civil Rights Act...” The $2,500 damages are requested, the suit states, “by virtue of the deprivation of his civil rights, the unlawful interference with his private property rights, and the unlawful taking of his private property without due process of law.. David Konick, who is representing Dr. Krebser, refused to comment on the suit. Mr. Reynolds would say only that “the town gave the matter full consideration at its public hearing and I am sure that the Town Council would not have issued the permit unless it thought it appropriate to do so.” Need help? Find it here One of the points which Lee Nettles, site director of Family Guidance Services of Rappahannock, stressed as he explained 1 depression, is that it is an illness with a biological cause. It is not something to be ashamed of. Many people suffer from it at one time or another. Another positive aspect is the disease’s high response rate to treatment. More than 80 percent of those who receive treatment find, relief. The sad part is that less than half of those who suffer a depressive episode actually seek professional help. Most depression can be treated on an outpatient basis, usuallly using some combination of medication and counseling. If you suffer from depression, or know someone who does, there are agencies in the area which can help. • Family Guidance Services/ Community Mental Health: Units in five counties. All have 24-hour hotline numbers. The hotline is staffed nights, week ends and holidays. There is a counselor available to help all callers with situations requiring immediate assistance. Other callers will be referred to their local FGS office. (All numbers are area code 703.): Rappahannock: 675-3329 Culpeper: 825-4242 Fauquier: 347-7620 Madison: 948-5911 Orange: 672-2718 • FGS/CMH operates a Substance Abuse Services office in Culpeper (825-4242). They can also provide consultation on available programs for those whose depression is aggravated by substance abuse problems. All FGS/CMH program fees are charged on a sliding scale based on income. • There are also a number of mental health professionals and clinics in the area in private practice. Most are experienced in the treatment of depression, or would refer inquiries to someone who is. They can be found in the Yellow Pages under Mental Health Services. Robb (Continued from Page 1) election would be a logical extension and that’s what a senator would be expected to do.” A poll conducted by a Richmond newspaper three weeks before Mr. Robb announced for the Senate race showed him ahead with the voters. It put him far ahead of a list of possible Republican challengers, including J. Marshall Coleman, whom Mr. Robb defeated for governor in 1981, former Secretary of State Alexander M. Haig Jr., former Navy Secretary John F. Lehman Jr. and U.S. Reps. Parris, Frank R. Wolf, Thomas Bliley Jr. and Herbert Bateman. Despite the poll's results and a consensus among Democratic party officials that Mr. Robb will be a virtual shoo-in, Mr. Robb said that “I don’t assume anything and I believe the campaign will be a tough, hardfought contest.” John Miller, press spokesman for Republican Sen. Paul S. Trible, vacating the seat sought by Mr. Robb, said state Republicans will “field an eminently qualified candidate.” And because of Sen. Trible's conviction that Virginia voters will support the Republican nominee for president, Mr. Miller said, “Robb can be defeated.” State Republican Party Chairman Donald W. Huffman said that although Mr. Robb is perceived as winning the Senate campaign, “we; intend to find a good candidate and; already have someone in mind. ” Mr. Huffman would not reveat who that might be. A fiscally conservative Southern candidate who appeals even to mod-; erate/liberal Republicans, Mr. Robb could run into difficulty statewide because he will have to run witK whomever is selected as the Demo-: cratic presidential nominee. “He can’t continue with his moderate/conservative political posture and be seen in concert with the 1988 Democratic presidential conten-; ders,” Mr. Huffman said. ; Mr. Robb said “We’ll have to! wait and see who the Democratic: nominee is. However, concerning a potential ideological conflict, I would not feel bound by the position of anyone else.” Cookbook (Continued from Page 1) ery cook already knows how to do those things.” The recipes reflect the rich Old World heritage of an Italian grandmother and a father who inherited the French flair. Mrs. Kilpatrick adds her own touches refined over years of cooking for an appreciative husband and three hungry sons and years of harvesting the freshest of herbs and vegetables from the family garden. The wedding of homegrown produce with imported Italian and French approaches to cooking makes for a happy marriage. Along with the directions for coniglio alia cacciatora, boeuf en daube, oven stewed tomatoes, hash brown turnips and corn souffle come entertaining and surprising remembrances of life in the Pietri and Kilpatrick households. Suprising only because Mrs. Kilpatrick is such a private person. “I have to be! People drive up and down here,” she explained, waving her hand in the direction of graveled Rudacill Mill Road that winds past the Kilpa tricks’ White Walnut Hill. “Most of them are in out-of-state cars. They come up to the house, people who just want to shake his hand or say hello. I’ve had perfect strangers knock on the door and ask if they can walk through and see the house! I tell them, ‘I’m terribly sorry. I’m only the housekeeper. The Madam isn’t in.’” Mrs. Kilpatrick said, laughing' quietly. “I think the dear Lord forgives me those little lies!” The attraction for these strangers is, of course, her chief taster and jar-top-unscrewer, James J. Kilpatrick, nationally syndicated columnist, author and political pundit who appears every week on Agronsky and Company. He’s the reason why the manuscript ever crossed a publisher’s desk. “I didn’t really write this to be published. I wrote it for our five granddaughters as a family history, so they’d know why they eat certain dishes at grandmother’s house at certain times of the year. But Jack said it should be published. I think he was a little surprised that I wrote it - that I could or would.” She gave the pages to her husband to look over, knowing that this conservatively discriminating critic and expert on the English language would be unlikely to temper his reaction just because he was married to the author. “He suggested a little thing here, a little thing there, just sentence structure and the like, but really he had very few changes. I think it surprised him. But when you live with a man and read his stuff for 45 years, you’re bound to pick up something!” Since her husband’s recovery from a heart attack, Mrs. Kilpatrick concedes that it’s not quite as much fun to cook. Many of her favorite recipes see the table only at Christmas and other special feast days and holidays. “But there’s a lot I haven’t changed. I always cut all the fat off meat. I always used only olive oil. And we always ate a lot of seafood and poultry.” In addition to providing a window into the Kilpatrick homes, the book offers glimpses of more historical personages, President and Mrs. Reagan, who flew in by helicopter to White Walnut Hill for lunch in 1981. Mrs. Kilpatrick tells what entertaining the president is like: “A contingent from the Secret Service arrived to sweep the house for bombs. They tromped throught the two attics with a trained sniffing-dog, a wellbehaved Labrador who was all busi-; ness; they crawled under the house; they inspected every room, every closet, every drawer and cupboard.' Meanwhile, Hilda and I were busy inT the kitchen preparing food, washing: crystal, and ironing napldns. We: were still thinking in terms of lunclr for twenty. - “It was then that I was told there would be two helicopters. The sec-: ond would hold ten aides who alwaysr accompanied the president. They; would need to be fed. In addition, atleast one platoon would show uji from the White House press corps. E began to count: We are now feeding, seventy.” : And Marie Kilpatrick fixed it all - the salmon en gelee, molded rice salad, marinated vegetables, tiny com muffins and fresh strawberry tarts. ; Now that she has one book on thet racks, the artist (she was a sculptor before arthrititis robbed her of this form of expression) is already plan* ning a second. But it won’t be a s%' quel with lots of those recipes that the publishers asked for. ‘Tm think-: ing maybe about a romantfc npvel.” * Jenkins (Continued from Page 3) tute for his giving her, the innocent novice, the opportunity to accept or reject his proffered settlement amount.” The Auctioneers Board issued opinion in agreement with Mr. Archer’s report on Sept. 4. On Sept. 14 it issued an order that Mr. Jenkins surrender his auctioneer’s license and pay the $1,860.69 in fines and costs by Oct. 5. According to Catherine Walker, a spokesman for the Department of Commerce, as of Friday, Nov. 20, “Mr. Jenkins has not paid his monetary penalties or surrendered his license.” The matter, Mrs. Walker said, has been turned over to the department’s finance office for collec Make & Make Believe Toys BRIO Train Sets & Accessories BRIO-MEC Wooden Construction ambl toys for babies LEGO RAVENSBURGER Puzzles & Games Books uinosaurs 605 Apple Blossom Dr. Winchester, Ve. AfpU IImmm Cmtc«Ium Cute r ■—Si tion of the money. She said that the usual procedure for such collections is for the debtor to be notified by certified letter of the amount due. If no reply is received by the date specified on the second such letter, she added, the case is turned over to the office of the state Attorney General. —Sperryville RealtySPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM (703) 987-8088 - Office On Old Rag Mt. and Ragged Run, partially furnished 3 room cabin with fireplace, well, 1 acre on state road. $39,000. On Rt. 211 in Sperryville -5 unit motel apartment complex, gift shop, fruit stand, restorable 2 story frame home, .95 acre, town sewer. $159,000. On Rt. 211 near entrance to Shenandoah National Park, 7.75 wooded acres, long road frontage, high building site. $38,500. Madison County - One room log cabin with stone chimney and fireplace, 25 secluded acres. $59,500. LISTINGS NEEDED Jams W. Leake-967-8236 Juan Brawn 987*8758 Cvson Johnson 987-8720 Bud Cord* 675-3291 Joseph Nordone 987-8691 Barbara Sisk 987-9015 John Eubank 987-8146 A new type of construction has been introduced to the Northern Virginia area, and you are invited to come and see a new Solid Wall Home under construction. Company representatives will be present at the building site Saturday, November 28 from noon to 5 pm to greet you and answer questions you might have about this We hope to see you there. For more Information or a troo brochur*, contact. 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Virginia boasts stick-to-the-ribs varieties LONG days and hard work gave our forebears hearty appetites. Holidays, of course, called for an abundance of the usual stick-to-the-ribs fare as well as an assortment of seasonal specialty items. On the subject of our ancestors’ diets — and the origin of foods and drink associated with the history of Virginia —the state market division offers some perspectives. For example: The palatable pig In the early 1600s, the English brought the first Swine to Virginia. The native Indians taught the colonists the secrets behind the famous Virginia cured hams. The curing process of salting, smoking and aging imparts a delicious flavor to hams and bacon. This method has never been improved on and is still used today. In the early 17th century, the colonists began exporting Smithfield ham to England where they received premium prices. Today, Virginia is still known for the delicious flavor of Smithfield hams, which are marketed internationally. The edible egg There are many legends and myths about eggs that have been around for centuries. Perhaps one of the oldest is the Hindu myth of the “World Egg,” which has it that the world itself was created from a giant golden egg that split in half, one part forming the earth, the other the , slcy. j The egg has been considered a symbol of the fertility of spring or renewal of life and a good luck \ charm. It has been worshipped, f used in fortune-telling, sacrificed and feared. The egg arrived in Virginia in 1607 with the first settlers. Produced by chickens purchased in the Caribbean Islands, eggs soon became a mainstay on colonial farms and menus. A typical colonial Virginia breakfast was said to feature two eggs accompanied by sausage, bacon, fried bread and kidneys. Eggs back then must have been considerably smaller than ours today when you consider that die recipe for “Lady Russel’s Cake” called for 5 pounds of butter, a quart of cream, 5 pounds of currants and 30 eggs. The consumable cow The dairy industry in this country began when Lord Delaware’s “milch cows” arrived in Jamestown in 1610. Among the colonial favorites calling for milk were cheese sauces and puddings. Just peachy Peaches, symbolic of long life and immortality, were reported “in A traditional Virginia holiday table in the 1700’s probably looked like this. V The Perfect Christmas Gift Handmade Quilts and Jellies from the Kitchen of Doris Donald Call 703-937-5418 Antique & New Gifts Crafts Of All Kinds Handmade Lace Collars, Tablecloths, Quilts Antique Furniture, China, Crystal Original Watercolors RUSS Washable Stuffed Animals AtapleLeaf 1 GIFTS •ANTIQUES •CRAFTS 502 N. Royal Ave., Front Royal *636-9984 LAYAWAY FOR CHRISTMAS - CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED YOUR CHOICE FOR CHRISTMAS FRAMING) GIFT ITEMS FROM FRAMED POSTAGE STAMPS TO ORIGINAL OILS TABLE-TOP FRAMES — ALL SHAPES, ALL KINDS LOCATED IN THE CENTER OF ROYAL PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER r ftolessonoi rHclue Flcmers Aisnoolon FRONT ROYAL 636-3485 Joyce Chandler, CPF YOU KNOW WHAT THEY'RE WISHING FOR. r-». LAYAWAY NOW FOR CHRISTMAS! MIKE'S BIKE and HOBBY SHOP Royal Plaza Shopping Center Front Royal WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL!

abundance” by Captain John Smith Jamestown colony in 1629, the same year that the Massachusetts Company sent peach stones from England for planting by the colonists. Orchards were developed along the Eastern Seaboard. In the absence of modem preservation techniques, much of the crop in those early days was used for brandy. In 1858, D. O. Munson of Fairfax County sold his peaches at $4.50 a bushel from his orchard. The “Queen of Fruits” has since reigned as Virginia’s number one summer tree fruit. The glorious grape Winemaking in Virginia (and the U.S.) began in 1607 when the Majestown settlers made wine from native grapes. In the 1700s, Thomas Jefferson introduced this country to the European custom of taking wine with meals. He also tried to grow European grapes in his Monticello vineyard. For his pioneering efforts, Jefferson is revered as the “father of American wine.” During the 1800s, Virginia was a major wine-growing state, with international acclaim for claret wine produced in Charlottesville. After Prohibition, the industry was dormant until the early 1970s when the state’s new wine pioneers began planting vineyards across the state. Today, Virginia ranks in the country’s top 10 wine states. Sumptuous seafood The Virginia seafood industry is one of America’s oldest. In 1607, Virginia settlers were taught by the Indians how to catch and cook seafood, including sea scallops, blue crab, oysters, clams, fluke, sea trout, sea bass, soft-shell crabs, scup, and squid. Flavorful fruits Many native fruits were found by the settlers on their arrival in the New World, including the crabapple. European grafting wood was brought to Virginia, grafted to the native crabapple trea, and so began apple production in the early 1600s. In 1641, Governor Berkley directed the planting of apple and other fruit trees by anyone holding a patent of 100 acres of land. He set an example by planting 1,500 trees at his mansion. In the early 1700’s, Virginia’s Albemarle Pippin was established as a natural for export trade because of its ability to withstand rough handling and its storage qualities. In 1837, after Queen Victoria received a barrel of Pippins, she was so delighted with Virginia apples that she removed the import duty on American apples. Since then, apples T An 1837, Queen Victoria WAS SO DELIGHTED WITH Virginia apples that she REMOVED THE IMPORT DUTY ON AMERICAN APPLES. SlNCE THEN, APPLES HAVE BECOME ONE OF THE STATE'S PRINCIPAL CROPS. have become one of the state’s principal money crops. The sweet potato On his arrival in the New World in 1492, Columbus found many new horticultural wonders, among them the sweet potato. Although the sweet potato was cultivated long before in South America by Indians, it was not cultivated in North America until after 1600. In Virginia, the sweet potato was grown as early as 1648. By the latter part of the 18th century, the sweet potato was being grown throughout the state and in the Carolinas. By then it had become one of the basic staple foods of the southern colonies. It’s only peanuts The peanut is thought to have originated in South America. From South America, traders carried theip to Africa and Asia and from there to Virginia. Peanuts were not a favorite food of the early settlers. Instead, they were used mostly as food for hogs. Thomas Jefferson referred to them in his writings as “ground nuts.” It wasn’t until the Civil War, when food supplies were low, that the nation developed an appetite for peanuts. In the late 19th century their popularity increased when P.T. Bamum sold bags of peanuts at circus performances. This idea spread quickly to baseball games. It was George Washington Carver who really gave a boost to the industry by developing more than 300 products made from peanuts and encouraging many Southern farmers to make the change from cotton to peanuts. ’Tis the Season. Come with us now to those festive days of yesteryear. Christmas in Olde Virginia — as now, a time for family, friends, good food, good cheer. In the next few pages, you will have a glimpse of the holidays as our colonial forebears enjoyed them. The traditional decorations, recipes and giftgiving. And for your information, there’s a calendar of special holiday attractions throughout the Commonwealth. Best wishes for a happy holiday season from. . . The Front Royal News The Rappahannock News The Clarke Courier Flowers, Candy and Hugs from Santa. v St. Nick’las Bear™ Bouquet! A cuddly Santa “bearing" gifts of flowers and candy canes. An adorable holiday surprise you can send to anyone, anywhere in the United States. Call now. 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Costumed hosts will greet you as you arrive at most holiday-decorated attractions in Colonial Williamsburg. Wassail Bowl puts punch in party The Wassail Bowl dates back to 13th century England, when the lord of the manor would play host to his tenants during the celebration of the Twelve Days of Christmas. The dependents living on his land would be invited to the manor house, where the master would drink to their health from a bowl of spiced ale, containing apples roasted to the point of bursting. Then his tenants would drink. The pulp of the apples bursting through the skin gave an appearance of lamb’s wool, and the spiced ale was so called. The words of the toast were “Wassail,” which meant “to your health,” and the reply was “drink hail.” This medieval symbol of hospitality was revived in England and in America to some extent in the nineteenth century and is one of the Christmas traditions practiced at Colonial Williamburg’s hotels for the pleasure of their visitors. Wassail recipes must have varied from family to family —as eggnog recipes do today. Basically, it was hot spiced ale, wine or cider, and could be laced with brandy at one’s discretion, or indiscretion. A modem recipe, yielding about 20 punch cups: Boil the following mixture for about five minutes to make a spicy syrup: Vi cup water 1 cup sugar 2 sticks cinnamon 3 slices lemon Strain the syrup. Heat, but do not The Wassail Bowl can put some real punch into a hqlidayparty.; boil: 1 pint cranberry juice and one pint lemon juke 1 quart red wine Then add syrup to the hot mixture of wine and cranberry-lemon juice. Serve piping hot with lemon slices. Add some S'PWRXL'E to your Holiday with Alpengltiw AIpciiglAw Alpaiiiliw Alpuijjliw (jfa* available at The Apple House Country Roadside Market Inside, you will find many gift items, plus fresh apples, hams, cider, honey, syrup, and our Apple Butter Do-nuts. 703-636-6329 j Rt. 55,4 miles east of Front Royal at the Linden exit of 1-66. OU CAN Create Unique, Personalized Christmas Gifts.... See Our Large Selection Of Ready-To-Finish Crafts In •Ceramics •Wood • And Other Materials Or Give Some To Friends and Relatives To Enioy Finishing After The Holidays! Ceramics, Gifts & Suppfies 700 NORTH ROYAL AVE., FRONT ROYAL (Wtlhln SwmI Briar • Next to Hard**'*) 636-6887 Cross Pens Facsimile icatncr or vinyl Brief Cases Furniture B-K Office Supply Typewriters Sets , Office Supplies "The Better Solution to your Office Problems’’ 703-662-1824 54 S. Loudoun Si., on the Mall, Winchester 800-572-9895

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Every Wed. - All the pan fried chicken you can eat Every Thors. - All the spaghetti with special sauce you can eat Friday - Fried Pork Chops and Fried Flounder Saturday - Rib Eye Steaks and Pork Chops BUFFET EVERY WEEKEND Friday & Saturday 5 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday 12 to 8 p.m. 4 miles east of Luray or 4 miles west of Skyline Drive 743-5698 Hoars: Sun.-Thurs. 7 a m. - 8 p.m. Fri. - Sat. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. HoStS: Lloyd & Katina Wakeman & Sons SAYS 'WILLIAMSBURG COOKBOOK' Colonial families enj oyed holiday feasts ACCORDING to “The Williamsburg Cookbook,” family meals in the colonies were ‘‘prodigious” by modem standards, at least in terms of the variety of of offerings. And during the Christmas holidays, family feasting, which often included numerous relatives and friends, grew even more elaborate. One holiday meal available to today’s holiday visitors to Williamsburg is called “The Baron’s Feast,” and includes many traditional colonial favorites. The menu: The Baron’s Beef Tea with Barley Soup Oyster and Lobster Pies Roast Baron of Beef Piccadilly Sauce Rissole Potatoes Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts Individual Salad Bowls French Dressing Chocolate Chestnut Pudding Some of these recipes, as well as others selected from the cookbook: Roast Baron of Beef 15-pound tenderloin of beef Salt and pepper Piccadilly Sauce (below) Sprinkle the beef with salt and pepper. Place the beef on a rack in a roasting pan and roast to an internal temperature of 125 degrees for rosy rare or according to taste. Transfer the beef to a plater and let stand for 20 minutes before carving. Serve with Piccadilly Sauce. Piccadilly Sauce 2 tablespoons butter 1 shallot, finely chopped Va pound mushrooms, sliced 2 cups beef stock or canned beef bouillon 1 cup chicken stock or canned chicken broth 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped Va cup dry white wine 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon arrowroot 1 tablespoon cold water Salt Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan. Add the shallot and mushrooms and saute over medium heat WHAT IS CHRISTMAS? Season lets sentiments live NEW YORK — What is Christmas? It is the time when people’s hearts ring like bells. And legend says that oxen kneel in their stalls at midnight in memory. Christmas is the anniversary of one kind of faith and selflessness. It is the natal date of a lonely Jewish carpenter who in 33 short years of breath stamped an undying conscience on this world and promised all men life everlasting through belief. He died a radical upon a cross for what he taught, bleeding slowly to death from the agony of nail and spear wounds. Few listened to his message in his day. He died a minor gadfly to a Roman world. One of many martyrs to many faiths, time has raised Jesus Christ to a gigantic stature, so that today more than 600 million people, onefourth of all mankind, celebrate his memory. More men follow him than any man who ever lived. In the centuries since his birth, he has become the greatest religious figure in history. What is Christmas? It is his spirit and his philosophy — that “it is more blessed to give than to receive.” Today the celebration of his birth, as is his death, is crossed with old pagan' ceremonials. But his spirit and his example inflame the day. Sometimes religious leaders get cross with Santa Claus and say he takes the honors that belong to Jesus. But no one who.has read the life.of. Christ could ever, think of him It is the time of letting go OF HIDEBOUND PREJUDICES AND HAVING THE COURAGE TO BE SENTIMENTAL AND GOOD. as being jealous. Santa is just him with a beard on. Perhaps, if Santa Claus pressed his view 365 days a year, as Jesus did, he might, even in these enlightened days, risk a similar persecution. What is Christmas? It is the time of letting go of hidebound prejudices and having the courage to be sentimental and good. It is the time when men take down a cold unfeeling star from the sky and make it a warm and stirring beacon on a tree. Mainly, the grownups say, “Christmas is for the kids.” But they themselves enjoy it most, although often they are oddly ashamed to acknowledge it. In December their crust of foolish sophistication — the crust they grow to protect themselves from disappointment — wears thin. They light a silent candle to an old belief, that most men really do wish each other well but don’t know quite what to do about it. What is Christmas? Is is a season when they can cast away their mutual doubts and really do something for one another. The Jews, who regard Jesus as only a prophet, have their own festival this time of year. It is called Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights. It lasts eight days. On each day they light another candle, give another gift. The other day a Jewish frientf of mine, whose children go to a public school and love the festival of Christmas, told me the plight of his young daughter. She came to her father and said: “Daddy, I was chosen to be an angel in our Christmas play, but do I have the right to play it?’’ And her father, knowing her problem, said: “Honey, be their angel.” I think that is Christmas —and America. The column, which dates back to 1961, was written by the late Hal Boyle, a columnist for the Associated Press.

for 8 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the tomatoes, beef stock, chicken stock, parsley, wine, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. Dissolve the arrowroot in the ccff? water. Add to the sauce. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Add salt to taste. Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts VA pounds Brussels sprouts Vi cup butter 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon dill weed Vi cup walnuts, coarsely chopped Salt and pepper Trim the Brussels sprouts and cut an “X” in the base of each. Boil or steam the sprouts until tender. Melt the butter in a skillet. Add the lemon juice, dill weed, and walnuts and saute gently for 2 minutes. Do not let the butter brown. Add the Brussels sprouts and toss over medium heat until heated through. Add salt and pepper to taste. Boneless Breast of Chicken With Virginia Ham 6 large chicken breasts, skinned and boned 3 tablespoons butter salt and white pepper Croutons (below) 6 thin slices Virginia Ham watercress Madeira Sauce (below) Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Trim the chicken breasts attractively. Melt the butter in a heavy ovenproof casserole with a lid. Add the chicken breasts, tucking the edges under if necessary. Cook the breasts over medium heat for 1 minute. Turn the breasts over and cook for 1 minute. Sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt and white pepper. Cover with a piece of buttered waxed paper. Put the lid on the casserole. Bake at 400 for 6 minutes or until the chicken breasts are firm to the touch. Place a crouton on each of 6 warmed plates. Place a slice of Virginia Ham on each crouton. Top with a chicken breast. Garnish with watercress. Serve with Madeira Sauce. Croutons 6 slices slightly stale bread 2 tablespoons butter, divided 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided Cut the croutons out of the bread with a 4-inch cutter. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy skillet. Add 3 crouds and brown well on both sides. Reserve. Add the remaining butter and oil and brown the remaining 3 croutons. Madeira Sauce 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 2 tablespoons onion, minced 1 tablespoon carrot, minced 2Vz tablespoons flour 2 cups beef stock or canned beef bouillon 2 large shallots, minced '4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper V* cup Madeira Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small heavy saucepan and cook over medium heat until light brown. Add the onion and carrot and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is lightly browned. Heat the beef stock and add it to the mixture, whisking until the mixture is smooth and thick. 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Mt. Vernon offers escape from modem world FOR those who want to make a holiday visit to a home entirely devoid of commercialization, George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the ideal escape from the modem world of flashing twinkle lights and talking toys. One of the only national attractions to remain open Christmas Day, Mount Vernon has resisted the temptation to take liberties with a “colonial Christmas.” “Many people don’t realize that Christmas as we know it did not become popular until the 19th century,” says Mount Vernon curator Christine Meadows. “Christmas with the Washington family would not have included a house full of decorations or Christmas presents under a tree.” Instead of celebrating on a single day, the Washingtons commemorated a holiday season beginning Christmas Eve and lasting through the next 12 days to Epiphany. Guests were frequent (as was the case throughout the year). Weather permitting, the Washington family might have attended Christmas morning church serves at Pohick Church, where Washington was a vestryman. As the dates on many of his letters will attest, he also found Christmas a good day for writing and putting business affairs in order. There was also time for sports. Several of Washington’s diary entries during the holiday period include references to fox hunting with friends and neighbors. For the Mount Vernon servants, it was a time of relaxation, games and feasting. All but a skeleton domestic staff were given several days of vacation, as well as extra supplies of food or an extra ration of spirits. These holiday “bonuses” were often specified in the contracts made with hired help, as in Washington’s April 23, 1787, agreement with Philip Bater, a gardener. The contract stipulated that Bater be given $4 with which to be drunk four days and nights at Christmas. But according to Meadows, it is difficult to reconstruct details of Washington’s holiday celebrations because diary references are so few. “That is why we keep Christmas at Mount Vernon quite simple, even today,” she says. Decorations in the mansion consist of a garland of greens over the doorway in the central passage and a fruit pyramid on the table in the small dining room. In keeping with 18th century tradition, no decorating is done before Christmas Eve. Perhaps the first reference to Christmas by Washington comes in 1751 when he was sailing to Barbados with his half-brother, Lawrence. After several days of illness because of “a pretty large swell” which made the ship “rowl much,” Washington was probably relieved to record a Christmas Day that was “fine and clear and pleasant.” He appears to have recovered enough to drink “a health to our absent friends” and enjoy an “Irish goose.” The Christmas season came to a particularly joyous close for Wash ington in 1759 with the celebration of his marriage to Martha DandKdge Custis on Jan. 6, the last day of the holiday season. Gifts were not typically presented during a colonial Christmas, but Martha and the children at If- " " .... / ^ ™ An escape to George Washington’s Mount Vernon would make adelightful holiday trip. Give a Gift That Lasts all Year. A newspaper subscription lasts all year, bringing hometown news to those you care about. Newspaper Subscription Rates: The Clarke Courier $10 in county/$12 elsewhere The Rappahannock News $10 in county and aborning counties/ $15 elsewhere The Front Royal News $35 6 mos./$5012 mos. i---1 | I would like to give a gift subscription to: I Name_ Address_ I City/State_Zip. ■ Please enclose payment and mail to: . The Clarke Courier 16 W. Main St., Berryville, Va. 22611 The Rappahannock News Washington, Va. 22747 I The Front Royal News Jj318 Remount Rd., Front Royal, Va. 22630 j Christmas is almost here... Make the most of your holiday shopping with Virginia Gilt Shop 23 East Luray Shopping Ctr. Luray.VA 743-4022 Stained glass angels June Mekenna old fashioned Santas Dickens lighted houses “The Smell of Christmas” potpourri Holiday tableware, linens, party supplies, decorative accessories & ornaments! Free gift wrapping! Spring Hill Farm in Christmas Trees. Choose and cut your own. Wreaths and Garlands available Open Daily from November 28th. Ph. (703)987-8619 Rt. 211 West of Washington, Va. to Rt. 622, then 1 mile to farm on right. ^Watch for signs.

Mount Vernon did receive them Dec. 24, 1783. That was the date of Geofjfe Washington’s return to his beloved Virginia home following the long years of the American Revolution. His arrival — with such | tempting presentsas a locket and fid5 die for Martha’s grandchildren — ' began quite a celebration. The holiday season often presented an opportunity for an especially festive meal, as was described in 1795 by Theophilus Bradbury in a letter to his daughter. Bradbury joined the Washingtons and some 29 other distinguished guests for a Christmas Eve dinner. The table was decorated with biscuit-porcelain figures, or surtout-detable. Surrounding this centerpiece was “an elegant variety of roast beef, veal, turkeys, ducks, fowls, hams, etc; puddings, jellies, oranges, apples, nuts, almonds, figs, raisins and a variety of wines and punch.” “While there are indeed differences between Christmas then and now, there are also some important similarities,” says Meadows. “Like today, it was most of all a time for gathering of family and friends, for good food and gracious hospitality.” GREAT GIFT IDEAS me. Loifios Fashions 1 lunu’sitiiv I’loco 1I U Vsl l.uruv. Mi I lours 10 t. I’ll. 7-13 1 w ■J Soil'll, Miulisou. \ ’ii. Hours 10-5 SPECIALTY PRODUCTS Top Quality Merchandise — 10-40% Off Reg. Retail GITTANO Fashion Watches.Save 30% SHEAFFER Pen and Pencil Sets CONVERSE & KANGAROO Tennis Shoes LADIES Perfume, Handbags MENS Belts, Ties, Sweaters, Wallets NOVELTY ITEMS • TOYS • CLOCKS • LAMPS Items Already Priced At Discount Rates! 304 E. Main St., Front Royal _ *635-9206 Christmas trees once again will be lit up in the nation’s capital this year, carrying on a tradition whose roots are believed to go back to the yuletide more than 400 years ago, his home. The only one of the three that actually grows in Washington is the National Community Christmas Tree. It is a Colorado blue spruce, transplanted from Pennsylvania to the Ellipse behind the White House in 1978. This year, it will be joined by a 58-foot Norway spruce, which will Time to trim trees be trucked from the Wayne National Forest in Marietta, Ohio, to the west lawn of the Capitol, and by a 24foot Fraser fir, grown on a Christmas tree farm near Harpers Ferry, W.Va. The Capitol’s tree will be the first to be lit. Its 3,600 lights in clear, amber and blue will be turned on Dec. 9, landscape architect Paul Pincus said. And from a distance, the tree will look twinkling gold at night. Pincus said the U.S. Forest Service will furnish the tree, as it has done for each of the last 24 years. The service selects the forest and offers three or four candidates. Pincus then chooses the tree. “I look for trees that are more or less symmetrical and are at least 55 feet tall,” he said. “If they’re any shorter than that, they’ll look too small next to the Capitol. ’ ’ Private truckers then vie for the honor of transporting the tree to Washington. On Dec. 10, the living national tree on the Ellipse will be lit, opening the annual Christmas Pageant of Peace. President and Mrs. Reagan traditionally throw the switch and light the tree — an annual event since 1923. While the tradition of a national Christmas tree dates back 64 years, the White House has marked the occasion for far longer. The first recorded tree in the home of the first family was set up by Franklin Pierce in 1856. It cannot be determined if presidents after Pierce kept up the tradition, until Benjamin Harrison began the now-unbroken string of White House Christmas trees in 1889, announcing that “we should make merry for children at Christmas time.” This year’s White House tree was grown on a 160-acre farm owned by Eric and Gloria Sundback, near Harpers: Ferry, W.Va. Mrs. Sundback said this tree will be the third they have grown that has been set up in the Blue Room. To win the right to have a tree in the White House, they had to take honors in West Virginia and be chosen by the National Christmas Tree Association. FOR THE BOWLER ON YOUR LIST...... QUALITY BOWLING EQUIPMENT Shoes — Various Styles and Colors Bowling Bags As Low As $24.95 Bowling Balls by Columbia, AMF, Brunswick Gloves, Wrist Braces, Shirts BOWLING GIFT CERTIFICATES (Practice Improves Their Game!) ROYAL OAK LANES Remount Road (Behind Gateway Plaza) Front Royal 703-636-3113 V * **¥**?%£ *. Visit o^ t«pS RoVa' ,Al* tt"'eS. soutt' o' \N" aot"' koc"a o' f ,0?\w. 52* or'0«"'eS svev on fh«®‘ 0^2 i. - i.

Folk art center offers glimpses of Christmases past For a quarter century, one of the most anticipated and timeless delights of Colonial Williamsburg’s holiday season has been the nostalgic glimpses of Christmases past captured by the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center. This year will be no exception. The museum’s 29th annual Christmas exhibition will extend Dec. 6 through Jan. 3. - - The first floor of the building is transported into a rollicking, lighthearted setting, while in the secondstory North Carolina Room a tabletop Christmas tree will be decorated with antique toys and gifts with fresh fruits, marzipan, ornaments and ginger cookies in a variety of designs made from the Stand fast, mot! Bear well top! God send us a howling crop! A festive farmer leads the wassailing to ensure a bountiful apple crop in the coming year. Grab a drum, some bells or any ngisemaker and meet in the apple orchard Dec. 20, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at the Claude Moore Colonial Farm at Turkey Run in McLean. After banging their drums to frighten away the evil spirits, the wassailers join hands in an Apple Tree Dance and sing 18th century carols. The admission fee of $2 for adults and $1 for children includes a cup of steaming cider and an oldfashioned gingercake. For further information, call (703)442-7557. museum’s handmade tin cookie cutters. A traditional huge Christmas tree trimmed with hundreds of unusual handmade ornaments welcomes visitors in the main lobby. Many of the one-of-a-kind decorations were created from natural materials by townspeople and other friends of the center. An oversized , replica of a 19thcentury toy boat will again be the focal point of a gallery show featuring ships, soldiers, castles and mechanized toys. And the dollhouses exhibit features two intricately detailed dollhouses: a 14-foot tum-of-the-century model gaily adorned for Christmas, and a rare, Federal-style house made in Philadelphia about 1825. Another gallery features dozens of painted wooden toys, many of them imported from Germany in the 19th century. Hours for the folk art center’s Christmas show are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. The center is located on S. England Street across from the Williamsburg Lodge. A Patriot’s Pass, Museum Ticket or $6.50 single entry ticket is required for admission. Post office lists mailing deadlines WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service has set its Christmas deadlines for those sending gifts and greetings abroad as well as civilian mail. Civilian surface mail intended for Asia and Africa should be on its way by now, postal officials say. Christmas parcels intended for military personnel in Australia, the Far East and Southeast Asia also should have been sent already if they were going by surface mail, the least costly method of shipment, the U.S. Postal Service reports. Items being sent by military Parcel Airlift Mail should be sent in November, postal officials report. That’s also the time to get Space Available Mail on its way. Here are the Christmas deadlines for civilian mail going abroad: — Nov. 24: Airmail letters and cards to Australia and Southeast Asia. Air parcels to Australia, Africa, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. — Dec. 1: Airmail letters and cards to Africa. Air parcels to Europe and the Far East. — Dec. 5: Airmail letters and cards to Europe, the Far East and] South and Central America. Air par-1 cels to South and Central America. 1 — Dec. 12: Air letters, cards am parcels to the Caribbean. 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