Rappahannock News, December 28, 1989

39th Year, No. 52 12 pages Member Audit Bureau of Circulation THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1989 Washington, Virginia Phone 675 3349 35 Cents fold Rag Bulletins , Tax change for ag workers Beginning Jan. 1, farmers and other producers who hire agricultural workers ! will be required to withhold federal income ! tax from cash wages and salaries. The law t requires tax to be withheld from any employee for whom FICA (Social Security) \ withholding is required. It also requires that ! any employees subject to the new \ regulations must fill out a W-4 form prior to *, the first pay period in January. The • employer will also be required to make ; deposits of the withheld taxes according to • a schedule prescribed by the IRS. The annual withholding will be reported to each employee on his W-2 and Form 943. ’ For more information about the new law, contact the IRS Forms Distribution Center, toll free, (800) 424-3676. CSC Transit closed for holiday % The CSC Transit shuttle buses, which transport residents to and from a central ; pidfc-up point in Washington to Culpeper and Warrenton, will not run on New Year's Day, Monday, Jan. 1. CSC Transit is a program of the Rappahannock-Rapidan i Community Services Center and serves the general pqblic as well as CSC clients in the i five counties of Planning District 9. For more information about CSC Transit or any ; CSC programs, call the administrative office in Culpeper, 825-3100, or the satellite office in Washincton. 675-3329. Spray program meetings Mary Dobrovir, the county's gypsymoth coordinator, has scheduled two meetings early next month to gather * comments from county residents .aboufctbe. proposed spraying program against gypsy moths in the spring of 1990. The meetings will be held Thursday, Jan. 4 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m;, and Friday, Jan. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church in Scrabble. The proposed aerial spraying is part of the federally funded Appalachian Integrated Pest Management Program and includes approximately the southern onethird of the county. For more information, call Mrs. Dobrovir, 987-8934. Written comments about the AIPM Program should be addressed to Gypsy Moth AIPM Office, Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 735 East Market St., Suite C, Harrisonburg, VA 22801. Flu vaccinations urged The Rappahannock County Health * Department continues to offer vaccinations against the three strains of influenza which are expected to cause problems this winter. * Some people are particularly urged to get the shot, including the elderly, children in school or day care with exposure to large groups of other children, adults who work in health-care related professions, and individuals of any age with chronic heart or lung disease. Though flu is often thought of as more of an inconvenience, for thousands each winter it is a killer— in fact, it is the fourth leading cause of death in older adults. The health department offers vaccinations by appointment. Fees are charged on a sliding scale, based on income. For more information, call the health department office, 675-3516. Government at a glance • Board of Supervisors: Wednesday, Jan. 3,2 p.m., courthouse. Monthly meeting, note change in date from first Monday. Public hearings ' begin at 7 p.m. Weekend weather According to the extended forecast from the National Weather Service, there is a chance of rain or wet snow Friday, as temperatures may rise into the mid-30s. Saturday and Sunday will be partly cloudy. Citizen of the Year A lifetime spent quietly helping others J ' c By LOU HATTER Rappahannock News Staff Writer James William “Jim Bill” Fletcher would prefer that his photo not appear in the Rappahannock News. In fact, he’d prefer that his photo not be taken at all. He’s not interested in a news story, either. His accomplishments .have always been achieved quietly, out of the public eye and without fanfare. But his lifetime of service has earned him this newspaper’s recognition as its Citizen of the Year. Former county supervisor J. Newbill Miller called it a long-due recognition of Mr. Fletcher’s service to the county and its residents. “He has been Rappahannock County’s outstanding citizen for as long as I can remember. Anybody can do it for a year or two, but he has been there for five decades. He has been a positive influence in Rappahannock County for 50 years.” His friends and fellow lawyers praised his integrity during a special session of Rappahannock County Circuit Court Dec. 15, when his portrait was unveiled in the county’s courtroom. The occasion was in recognition of his fiftieth year in the practice of law. Mr. Fletcher, in fact, graduated from law school at the University of Richmond in 1939, when he was only 20 years old. He passed the bar exam, but since the age of majority was then 21, had to wait until his 21st birthday that'October to begin his practice. For some years, he was one of only two practicing attorneys in Rappahannock County. Retired Circuit Court Judge Raynor V. Snead, at the dedication ceremony, recalled that when he came to Rappahannock County to practice law he called on Mr. Fletcher, asking his advice about relocating here. With characteristic honesty, Judge Rappahannock News photo/Lou Hatter JAMES W. FLETCHER Snead said, Mr. neli^5r4dki him that the county really didn’t need another lawyer, and that if he did locate here, he wouldn’t make much money. “He was right on both counts. My first year, I think I grossed about $2,000, and much of that. I believe, resulted from cases he referred to me.” But Mr. Fletcher’s interests and influence extended far beyond Rappahannock County and the 20th Judicial Circuit. He was a well-known figure in the state’s Democraticvpolitocal circle, serving as chairman of cha/Seventh District Democratic Committee for 20 years. For years, he was also the chairman of Rappahannock County’s Democratic Committee. From 1959 to 1963, he served as a member of the Spong Commission on Public Education. Its report was a catalyst for the state’s effort to improve its public schools. During the 1960s Mr. Fletcher was chairman of the three-member State Board of Elections, which oversees and certifies all elections in the" Commonwealth. His contacts within party circles across the state, Mr. Miller recalled, gave Rappahannock County an influence which far outweighed its small population. With both Virginia’s U.S. Senators, Harry Byrd and A. Willis Robertson, coming from the Seventh District, which at that time bordered Rappahannock County on the west, he was on a first- .iame basis with political powerhouses at both the state and federal level. “They respected his opinion and listened to w'hat he had to say.” Though he never sought elected political office, Judge Snead said, Mr. Fletcher often helped others to achieve their goals. “He has always been helpful, looking for any opportunity .... He’s community See CITIZEN, p. 12 I Aid requested for homeless Castleton widow By LOU HATTER Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Department of Socia Services is requesting the community’s assistance for i Castleton woman left homeless after a fire Dec. 22 whicl killed her husband and two children. Michael Neal Schade, 35, and his sons Michael Gus tav, 5, and John Alexander, 2 1/2, died of smoke inhala tion in the fire which swept through their rented fram house on Route 615 near the Rappahannock/Culpepe County line. Mary Kearns Schade was at work at Con munications Corporation of America in Bostonwhen th fire started early last Friday morning. According to Sheriff John Henry Woodward, the fir is believed to have started in the family’s Christmas tret which was set up near an electric baseboard heater in th living room. Sheriff Woodward, who is also the chief of the Cast leton Community Volunteer Fire Department, said th> house was “past fully involved” when the fire was re ported by a neighbor. He lives within sight of the smal one-story house, and rushed directly to the scene whei the fire call was sounded. “By the time the first units goi there, there was only one wall left standing. ” The fire, Sheriff Woodward said, was so intense thal it melted the breakers in the circuit box. “The smok< must have built up so fast that they never had a chance.” Mrs. Schade left for work at about 11:45 p.m. Thurs day, the sheriff said. About 1:15 a.m., Shelby Frazier who owns the house and lives within 100 feet of it, got uf to put more wood in his stove. He told the sheriff that ht looked out the window, but saw no indication of anything amiss. About 1:45 a.m., Mr. Frazier’s son-in-law got up and saw the fire, then telephoned the dispatch office with the alarm. It was then that Sheriff, Woodward saw the blaze See FIRE, p. 12 Rappahannock News photo/Lou Halter SIFTING THE ASHES, insurance adjustor Frank White (kneeling) holds the electric baseboard heater believed responsible for last week's fatal house fire in Castleton. Sheriff John Henry Woodward (left) looks on, along with owner Shelby Frazier (center) and insurance agent Richard Christensen. I Tax rise leads year's big stories By LOU HATTER Rappahannock News Staff Writer The year 1989 will be remembered by most as a time of momentous upheaval and change around the world, from the massacre of Chinese students in Beijing to the tearing down of the Berlin Wall. But 1989 was also a time of progress and change in Rappahannock County and across Virginia. Several of the year’s top ten stories, as selected by the Rappahannock News, were not solely county stories but affected our county’s residents as well as our neighbors across the Commonwealth. The year was remarkable in one other respect as well, marking the first time in a decade that the county’s landfill problems did not make the list of the year’s top stories. The Amissville landfill ran smoothly all year, and a recycling center was established there in the spring. Though the selection of any ‘Top Ten” list is, by its nature, a subjec tive process, the stories recapped here were among the most important of 1989. They are not presented in in any particular order of importance. Taxes up 48% Few would disagree that the 48percent rise in the county’s real-estate and personal-property tax rate was one of the most important events of the year. Unfortunately, the county’s residents seemed un concerned, with only one speaking at the supervisors’ public hearing or the budget and tax rate. They were unconcerned, that is until their tax bills arrived in latf fall. Then, according to Treasure] Frances Foster and Commissionei of the Revenue Beverly Atkins, th( telephones in their offices rang of the hook with complaints. The drastic rise in rates, accord mg to County Administrator Johr McCarthy, was necessary due to tht capital projects, including the highschool addition and the landfill, undertaken by the county during the past several years. Half the increase was used to rebuild the county's five-percent operating surplus, which was drawn down by the landfill’s construction last year. And the escalating cost of providing essential services, including programs previously funded by the state and federal government but now shifted to local control, has left the county scrambling for alternatives to raising real-estate and personal-property taxes. Jail addition approved With the county’s jail space rapidly becoming too small, the supervisors began looking at alternatives to provide more space for both inmates and for the Sheriffs Department. By summer, the board had approved a plan to build an addition on See TOP TEN, p. 5 Line shift will fix straddle lots By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock Nona Staff Writer At a special meeting Dec. 22 the Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to solve the problem of small lots divided by the*boundary with the Town of Washington. The Town Council approved the same resolution at its Dec. 13 meeting. Landowners whose land is divided by the boundary can petition to have the land added to the town. At least half of the parcel must already be within the town, and no parcel over four acres will be eligible. County administrator John McCarthy said that he had met with town attorney Frank Reynolds and county attorney Peter Luke and considered three methods for dealing with the problem. They first considered having the town and county adopt amendments to their ordinances that would allow zoning similar to that in the town to extend to portions of the county. That would have required the county to adopt a Historic District See BOUNDARY, p. 12

Emergency! Fire & rescue The following calls were routed through the dispatch center during the past week: Dec. 18: 8:20 a.m., illness, Route 1001, Sperryville Rescue Squad and Washington Fire Department. Dec: 19: 6:50 p.m., possible D.O.A., Route 231, Sperryville Rescue Squad and Washington Fire Department; 9:55 p.m., cut from a fall; Route 622, Shade Road, Washington Fire Department. Dec. 21: 11:08 a.m., public service, Route 671, Sperryville Fire Department. Dec. 22: 8:47 a.m., sick call, Chester Gap area, Chester Gap Fire Department and Amissville Fire Department; 2:02 a.m., structural fire. Route 615, Castleton Fire Department, Amissville Fire Department and Chester Gap Fire Department. Dec. 24: 4:14 a.m., difficulty breathing, Piedmont Ave., Washington Fire Department; 10:08 a.m., back injury, Route 231, Sperryville Rescue Squad and Washington Fire Department; 8:12 p.m., cut in leg. Route 662, Flint Hill Fire Department. Dec. 25: 9:42 p.m., sick call, Route 628, Flint Hill Fire Department. Dec. 26: 4:52 a.m., diabetic patient, Route 729, Castelton Fire Department and Amissville Fire Department. Sheriff's log Dec. 18: public service, Route 600, Jenkins Hollow; possible breaking and entering, Route 621, Washington; auto accident involving a deer, Route 637. Dec. 19: auto accident. Route 211 Business, Washington; injured deer. Route 637; public serv ice, Amissville area; public service, Town of Washington; suicide, Route 231; disabled vehicle, Route 211, West of Washington. Dec. 20: auto accident. Route 211, East of Sperryville; auto accident, Route 707. Dec. 21: burgular alarm sounding, Route 522, Huntly; public service, Town of Washington; auto accident. Route 522, Woodville. Dec. 22: breaking and entering, Route 211, Sperryville; cow out. Route 522, North of Massies Comer; possible domestic, Route 645. Amissville; hit and run, Route 211; suspicious person, Route 647, Flint Hill. Dec. 23: public service, Route 647, Flint Hill; drunk driver, Route 231; public service, Route 231. The Christmas spirit Rappahannock News photo/Lou Hatter BRINGING HOLIDAY CHEER to the county’s least fortunate residents, Social Services Director Beverly Bowen (left) and caseworker Marie Davis sort food for the 55 Christmas baskets assembled by the department. Thanks to the community’s generosity, Mrs. Davis said, the number of baskets was increased by 15 from last year’s donations. County baseball league reorganized The Rappahannock Athletic Association (RAA), which oversees summer baseball programs in the county, reorganized Nov. 16, during a meeting at the high school. More than 30 people attended the initial meeting of the 1990 T-Ball, Little League and Babe Ruth baseball programs. Ronald Dodson, RAA president in 1989, led the meeting. He called on league commissioners Julian Brown and Billy Dodson; and together they explained the need for restructing the organization. “We experienced tremendous growth last summer,” president Dodson said. “It’s in the best interest of the league and the children who participate that we pool our resources and truly become one organization.” In previous years, program orga NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SIX YEAR PLAN FOR SECONDARY ROADS In accordance with Section 33.1-70.01 of the Code of Virginia, 1950 (as amended), the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County and theVirgima Department of Transportation's Resident Engineer will jointly hold a public hearing on a Six-Year Plan (i'990-91 through 1995-96) for the improvement of the Secondary Roads in Rappahannock County, to be held at the regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors on January 3, 1990 at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. Citizens of Rappahannock County are invited to be present to make their desires known for improvement of the roads in the Secondary System of Highways in Rappahannock County. A map showing the Six-Year Improvement Plan may be seen at the Building, Zoning & Administration Office, corner of Porter and Main Street, in Washington, VA, on business days from 8:30-4:30. Those with physical needs should contact VDOT prior to the hearing. John W. McCarthy County Administrator Yes! Please enter my new subscription to ftappafjannocfe Jletos Subscription ratts bp mail: Rappahannock & adjoining counties.$14.00/yr. Elsewhere in the U.S.$18.00/yr. Outside the U.S. $18.00/yr. (plus postage billed quarterly) NAME: ADDRESS: CITY:__ STATE: ZIP: Mail subscription 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, Irtc. Postmaster, please s nd 3579 to Box 631, Warrenton, VA. 221860631. nizers from the eastern and western sections of the county had worked separately to raise money, maintain fields, purchase equipment and pur: sue publicity. Under reorganization, which was approved unanimously, an 11-member board of directors will oversee all functions of the league. One major goal: to enlist the help of more parents. The board of directors for 1990 was nominated, confirmed and installed during the meeting. They are: A1 Kellert, president; Jerry Brown, vice president; Roger Dowell and Robert Jenkins, commissioners; Jeanne Welch, secretary; and Lorraine Early, treasurer. Cheryl Digges was appointed to oversee fund raising; Gloria Deal and Steve Young, publicity; and Todd Bears, equipment, fields and maintenance. Billy Dodson, Don Dorrell, Jon Heddleston and Chuck Putnam will be coach representatives. Additionally, most people pre sent volunteered to participate by signing up for one of the three standing committees: fund raising; publicity; and equipment, fields and maintenance. Mr. Dodson explained why it was important to elect a president and commissioners who are not coaches but may be parents of players. “This will enable coaches to focus on what they do best - coach,” he said. Further, he explained, the new position of vice president makes one person responsible for tournament information and play, “a big job,” he added. Upon installation of the new board, Kellert asked board members to be “managers,” enlisting the support of parents of players, and interested citizens. “People are more than willing to be involved if they’re asked, but they must be asked,” he said. Emphasizing the need for more parental involvement, Kellert said, “Our goal shouldn’t be for a few of us to do all the work, but for many of us to do a little.” The RAA board of directors will meet again, 7:30 p.m., Jan. 11 at Rappahannock County High School. “We’ll strive to do this winter what we’d normally do in the spring,” Kellert concluded. Rappahannock National Bank “Your community bank’’ Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday evenings 5-7 Gay Street, Washington 703-675-3519 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY MOTOl l VEHICLE ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN thatthe Board ofSupervisorsof Rappahannock County will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 3,1990, at 7:00 p.m., at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider the following ordinance: Pursuant to the authority of Section 46.2-1313 of the Code of Virginia, all of the provisions and requirements of the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia contained in Title 46.2 of the (rode of Virginia, except those provisions and requirements the violation of which constitutes a felony, and except those provisions and requirements which by their very nature can name no application to or within the County of Ranpahannock, are hereby adopted and incorporated herein by reference and made applicable within the County of Rappahannock. Such provisioas and requirements are hereby adopted, mutatis mutandis, and made a part of this Ordinance as fully as though set forth at length herein, and it shall be unlawful for any person, within the said County to violate, or fail, neglect, or refuse to comply with, any provision of Title 46.2 of the Code of Virginia which is adopted by this Ordinance; provided, that in no event shall the penalty imposed for the violation of any provisions adopted hereby exceed the penalty imposed for a similar offense under title 46.2 of the Code of Virginia In the enforcement of this Ordinance, law enforcement officers shall, in issuing a traffic summons or citation, charge the violator with the numbered section of title 46.2 with the lettcr."R" as a prefix to such number, to indicate that the violation being charged is a County, and not a State, law violation. Further, any person or group of persons wishing to request tliat the motor vehicle laws of the Commonwealth be extended onto private street right-of-ways within subdivisions in Rappahannock County for the purposes of law enforcement are invited to attend the hearing and make their wishes known to the Board of Supervisors. Nutrition program offered for low-income mothers Proper nutrition is important tor babies and children to get a good start on life. One of the primary health problems in infants is low birth weight. This is often caused by poor nutrition in the mother during pregnancy. Low-birth-weight babies require more intense care and have more health problems. Poor nutrition may also follow the baby into childhood. These children often fall behind in other areas in life. W.I.C. (for Women, Infants, and Children) is a federally funded program that helps alleviate poor nutrition in mothers, babies and children. W.I.C. assures that low-income pregnant women and their children get the basic good foods necessary for good health. Mona Ved, a registered dietitian, oversees the W.I.C. program in the Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District. She is a regional nutritionist for the Virginia Department of Health. “Under W.I.C.,” she reports, “qualifying women, their babies and children under 5 are eligible for free milk, cheese, eggs, peanut butter, cereal, juice, dried beans and infant formula.” “Women and their children determined eligible receive food vouchers (W.I.C. Checks) for specified kinds of food. These foods are selected for their ability to supply significant amounts of protein, iron, vitamin C, calcium and other nutrients for proper growth and development.” “However,” Ms. Ved explained, “W.I.C. is not just a giveaway program. Nutritional education is an integral part of the program. Women participants are given education about the basics or a good diet. Also, they learn how to choose good foods and stay away from junk food with little nutritional value.” “Women are provided information on healthy eating patterns and what are the nutritional needs for growth and physical activity. As young mothers learn, they will in turn teach their children, providing long-term benefits beyond participation in the W.I.C. program.” “Eligibility is based on income and nutritional risk factors. Nutrb tional risk factors for women include low iron; poor or excessive weight gain; use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco; poor diet; age at conception; previous history of births and existing medical problems like diabetes or toxemia.” “Infants and children are assessed as to birth weight, pattern of growth and wdiether or not they were preterm and bom to a highrisk mother,” Ms. Ved continued. “W.I.C. checks or food vouchers are usually picked up at the local health department,” Ms. Ved said. “One problem we have is that some checks are not picked up. We are trying to find ways to better get the W.I.C. checks to the women and children who need them.” Who should apply for the program? Ms. Ved suggests women who are pregnant, are breast-feeding or have an infant or child under 5 years old should call the Rappahannock County Health Department to see if they are eligible to participate in the program. Individuals who want to apply for the program (or have more questions about W.I.C.) can call the County Health Department for an appointment at 6753516. 4-H Center schedules winter weekend camps This winter the 4-H Center in Front Royal is offering several new camps for 4-H’ers ages 9-19. The winter camp is for youth in Rappahannock, Page, and Frederick counties — the same counties with whom we camped last summer. The Summer-in-the-Winter Festival and the 4-H Ski Weekend are for all 4H’ers in Northern District, which will allow youth the opportunity to make friends with 4-H’ers from other counties. 4-H Winter Camp - 4-H Winter Camp sign-ups are now being accepted. The new program for Rappahannock youth will be held Feb. 16-18 at the Northern Virginia 4-H Center in Front Royal. Cost for the weekend is $30, which includes lodging, meals and registration fee. The camp will offer a variety of classes, including archery, building a bird house or bat house, weaving the seat of a footstool, computers, nature, outdoor camping, rifle instruction, ice skating, and several craft classes. The campers will have evening campfires and entertainment. Sunday will feature a worship service as well as two workshops on the Nuts & Bolts of 4-H. One session is for 4-H’ers and the other session is for parents. Those who have camped before, as well as those who would like to have a first-time camping experience, are invited to register. Parents are welcome. Jr.-High 4-H Ski Weekend - A ski weekend for youth in grades 7, 8 and 9 will be held at the 4-H Center r Jan. 26-28. Participants will learn basic skills needed for beginning skiing and will spend Saturday, Jan. 27 on the slopes at Bryce. The registration fee of $68 includes lodging, meals, a beginning skiing lesson, ski equipment, and lift ticket. Registrations are due Jan. 19. Occupancy is limited to 104 adults and teens, so please sign up early! Summer-in-the-Winter Festival - The annual 4-H Summer-in-theWinter Festival will be held Feb. 911 at the Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center. The weekend is open to youth ages 14-19. The theme is “Centennial Celebration” and is built around Virginia State University and the celebration of its 100th anniversary. Weekend activities include a Friday-night Get-Acquainted Celebration which will help participants appreciate people of different backgrounds and culture. On Saturday everyone will have a chance to participate in several performing arts workshops. These will include gospel music, dance, drama, jazz, and visual arts. A dress-up dinner Saturday evening will feature special entertainment from Virginia State University. Cost of the weekend is $40. Registrations will be accepted on a firstcome basis until Jan. 19. For information and registration forms for all of the camps, call the Rappahannock Extension Office at 703-675-3619. Full refunds will be given in the event of a cancellation due to weather conditions. *?)}}>»})» ') #»>,. ■ ,;. Dear Santa, A Good Education Is A Great Gift Lord Fairfax Community College Spring Semester Registration January 3 & 4, 1990 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (703)869-1120 1-800-666-5322

Lions pitch in to help fellow organization 1 ne Kappahannock Lions Club is known for contributing its services to worthy projects throughout the county. It is also developing a reputation or contributing those resources to other community organizations in need of assistance. Last summer, it made a donation to the Washington Volunteer Fire Department after the company’s major fundraiser, First Washington’s Fourth of July, w’as spoiled by torrential downpours. More recently, a group of the county’s Lions has lent its assistance to the Rappahannock Loan Closet, helping to refurbish the group’s storage building in Washington. They insulated the concrete-block building, put up partitions and drywall, then painted the interior of the storage space. According to the Loan Closet’s Dot Mank, the Lions worked throughout an entire day, insulating and caulking cracks in the old cinder blocks, “doing whatever was necessary to give us a finished space. The Lions are truly communityminded. Without their willing and able help, much of what has been done could not have been accomplished.” The new storage area, Mrs. Mank said, “will enable us to make space for items formerly crowded together, as well as to allow for the storage of additional hospital aids formerly stored in members’ homes.” Mrs. Mank explained that the Loan Closet hopes to be able to offer to county residents an even greater variety of hospital and convalescent aids, which now include hospital Rappahannock News photo/Cindy Mahan LIONS HELPING THE Loan Closet with its remodeling project include, from left, J.R. Goolsby, Dick Markham, Sid Mank and George Sharp. beds, walkers, canes and crutches, portable commodes, moveable bedside tables, bath benches and other items. There is no charge for the items, Mrs. Mank emphasized, and anyone needing the equipment may use it as long as necessary. In many cases, a member of the Loan Closet can arrange pick-up or delivery of the needed items immediately. “Special thanks must go to Dick Markham, J.R. Goolsby, Roger Andrews, George Sharp, Sid Mank and Mike Mahoney for help above and beyond the call of duty,” Mrs. Mank added. For information about convalescent aids available through the Rappahannock Loan Closet, call Mrs. Mank, 987-8248; Juanda Rodgers, 675-3636; Mary Williams, 675-3765; Eloise Coates, 937-5686; Sarah Latham, 937-4410; or Ethel Bailey, 675-3602. Experiment may reclaim acid-rain-damaged stream Last spring, a stream in the George Washington National Forest had become so damaged by acid rain that the water killed 500 stocked rainbow trout. By this coming spring, Cedar Creek, located six miles northwest of Woodstock, may be restored to once again support the trout. Changes in the stream could come from a research project by the USD A Forest Service, James Madison University and the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. “We’re hoping we can use lime. stone in a limited way to counteract the negative effects of acid rain,” ' said Richard Standage, a Forest Service fisheries biologist. During the February experiment, 30 tons of limestone will be placed in the upper part of the creek to study how limestone might be used to improve water quality in • streams and rivers which are becoming acidic. The creek will also be monitored to see how long improvements will last. “This is not a cure, it is just a short-term Band-Aid,” Standage said. “I don’t want people to think this is a quick fix for the acid rain problem.” Chemists from James Madison will test water during the study, and the Virginia fisheries personnel will check results before deciding if the stream is safe enough to restock trout prior to the 1990 fishing season. “These studies help us understand the impact of acid rain on mountain streams,” said Wayne Kelley, George Washington National Forest supervisor. “Even more importantly, they help show what can be done to stabilize water chemistry to protect aquatic life and fish production.” Adding limestone to an acidified creek has already shown promising results at another location in the George Washington National Forest. During a study conducted in New Year's closings i ne ioiiowmg businesses and county offices have special hours during the New Year holiday: The county offices will be closed Jan. 1. ' The Rappahannock National Bank in Washington and the Farmers and Merchants Bank in Flint Hill will be closed Jan. 1. The Rappahannock Social Services Department will be closed Jan. 1, as will the Rappahannock Health - Department. Family Guidance Services of Rappahannock will be closed Jan. 1. In case of an emergency, members *. of the clinic staff will be on call and may be reached by dialing their answering service at 675-3329. r$ of jljear ^ ]fbr ^PunJyrijj af ( ©coil (fricnils ^ ecniu'nj ^ \^rmeol-Wishes ^ Jbl ( Happy Hew Year Flint Hill Volunteer Tire Company and the Hint Hill Ladies Auxiliary Area post offices will also be closed Jan. 1. The Rappahannock News will be closed Jan. 1. Advertising and editorial deadlines for the Jan. 4 issue are: combo display real estate advertising, 3 p.m., Dec. 28; combo display and classified advertising, 3 p.m., Dec. 29; local display ancl classified advertising and editorial deadline, noon, Jan. 2. Normal business hours will be observed Tuesday, Jan. 2. Have a happy New Year. Real Estate faJ Eileen M. Day REALTOR ~. SAVING ENERGY COSTS Hot water accounts for 85% of the cost of operating your dishwasher and 95% of your clothes washer costs. You can save 10% on dishwasher costs by not using the drying cycle. Just leave the machine door open. As for clothes washing, it costs 3 times more to do a hot wash, warm rinse cycle than a warm/cold one. Here, too, you can get by with 105-110 degree hot water. Also, drying clothes outside on a line.is free. If you have a family of four and you each take a five minute shower every day, you use 20,000 gallons of hot water to shower per year. You can halve that amount by installing an inexpensive hot water restrictor in your shower head. It will cut the flow of water in half. You’ll get just as clean as you did before. One final thing to consider; the addition of a passive solar green house to your home not only provides free heat to your home, it contributes space, light and resale value as well. Also, your back-up heating system is already built into your current home. If there is anything we can do to help you in the field of real estate please stop in at EILEEN M. DAY, Realtor, The Clopton House, Washington, Va. 22747. Phone 675-3033. We’re here to help. September, fisheries biologists dumped limestone into Little Stony Creek, located west of Edinburg. That project marked the first time in Virginia a neutralizer was used in a stream to try to counteract acid rain. When 53 tons of limestone were placed in Little Stony Creek, acid levels improved from an acid measurement of 5.5 to a neutral 7.0. The water hgs remained close to neutral even after several inches of rainfall. “These results are very encouraging,” Standage said. “What’s even better is that the limestone will continue to buffer the creek, making it less likely that future acid rain will cause damage.*’ In both creeks, studies to monitor the on-going effects will continue at least a year after limestone is added. Standage said the Cedar Creek project will not only help to improve water conditions in that stream, it will allow fisheries biologists to study this method of improving water quality under diverse conditions in different locations. “Right now, we don’t know what the limitations are,” Standage said. “This really is an experimental process.” He stressed that more work must be done to solve acid-rain problems at the source, rather than just depending on new technology to clean up the effects of acid rain after it enters the environment. “Acid rain impacts the entire ecosystem,” he sa’id. “We might be able to put limestone in a creek to help the trout, but that won’t stop the damage that might occur to trees, plants and other animals.” “Both projects were started after environmental assessments were made to check the possible effects of limestone on water quality, the surrounding land, vegetation and wildlife,” Kelley said. The public was asked to comment both on the environmental assessment and on the proposed studies. Acid rain is generally caused when sulfates and nitrites from vehicles and industrial facilities enter the atmosphere and return to the ground during rainfall. Atmospheric pollution from hundreds of miles away can be carried by winds and clouds before it deposits damaging chemicals into streams and forests. The acids may be spread through dust, fog and rain and can kill many species of vegetation and aquatic wildlife by altering the sometime delicate environmental balances that must be maintained for the species to stay alive. As many as 10 percent of the streams in the George Washington National Forest are already acidic. More than 50 percent are considered extremely sensitive, which means they have almost no buffering capacities which prevent acid rain from upsetting the natural conditions. 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Douglas Wilder set the stage for his administration Friday, announcing key cabinet appointments. A three-judge recount panel declared Wilder the 66th governor of the Commonwealth last Thursday evening, confirming his narrow defeat of Republican candidate J. Marshall Coleman. The recount, which could cost Virginia taxpayers more than $500,000, yielded only 113 additional votes to Coleman. Wilder’s margin of victory remained 0.38 percent of the more than 1.78 million votes after a 12hour retabulation process involving more than 700 officials and 1,000 volunteers from around the state. The final results revealed that Wilder hamassed 896,936 votes, with Coleman trailing by a mere 6,741 votes. “I have never had any doubt about the outcome,” said Wilder in a statement following the recount announcement. Coleman has acknowledged Wilder as the next governor and said he will not seek to overturn the Nov. 7 election. The GOP candidate was entitled to a recount paid for by the state because election results showed a margin of difference less than one half of a percent. The legislation permitting a state-paid recount was enacted after former Attorney General Andrew P. Miller was narrowly defeated for the U.S. Senate seat by current U.S. Sen. John W. Warner. The Dec. 20 recount was the first statewide recount in Virginia. Having erased all question marks from behind “Governor elect Wilder,” the recount gave way to major appointments for the Wilder administration. On Friday, Wilder announced his selection of Paul W. Timmreck to serve as his secretary of finance and Karen F. Washabau to serve as his director of the Department of Planning and Budget. Timmreck, who has served in state government for 14 years, currently holds the position of director of Planning and Budget. He has also served as a division chief of the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC), the staff director of the Senate Finance Committee, and the deputy secretary of Administration and Finance. Timmreck is replacing Secretary of Finance Stuart W. Connock. “It’s a profound honor,” said Timmreck, “and it will be a real pleasure to serve in [Wilder’s] administration.” Washabau is presently the director of the Department of Personnel and Training after having served three years as the deputy secretary of finance. “As Virginia’s next governor, my first priority will be to ensure that the principles of fiscal conservatism and balanced, responsible budgets are the rules by which government functions in the Commonwealth,” said Wilder. “Accordingly, I thought it appropriate that my first cabinet appointment and agency selection be the two individuals who will have the day to day responsibility for implementing the state’s fiscal and budgetary policies.” Earlier last week. Wilder announced the appointment of J.T. Shropshire, the clerk of the Senate, to serve as his chief of staff. Correction In the Dec. 14 story about Mary Jane Swift’s jury trial on a charge of possession of marijuana with intent to manufacture, there were several errors of fact. Most importantly, the plant material confiscated from the house came from a spare bedroom on the second floor, not from Mrs. Swift’s bedroom. Also, the judge who heard the case was James H. Chamblin; and Mrs. Swift did receive the maximum penalty for the reduced offense of simple possession which the jury found her guilty of: 30 days in jail and a $500 fine. The Rappahannock News regrets the errors. It is the policy of the Rappahannock News to correct errors of substance and to clarify misleading articles promptly and prominently. To bring errors to the atten tion of the newspaper’s staff, call 708-675-SS38 and request to speak with the editor, Lou Hatter. 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J\appat)annocfe Jzetosi An Independent Newspaper Established 1877 Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL Publisher. President LOU HATTER Managing Editor BARBARA C. BURKE General Manager ANN BROWN Account Executive JOHN T. TOLER, Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (703) 675-3338 BY MAIL $14.00 a year in Rappahannock and adjoining counties $18.00 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 Telephone: 703-675-3338 HOURS: 8 30 a m to 5 30 p m Mon Fri Published by Arundel Newspapers Member Audit Bureau of Circulation THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28,1989 Editorial Learn not to burn Fires are terrible at any time of year, but are particularly devastating during the holiday season. We had just such a disasterdast week, and three people lost their lives. In an effort to remind county residents of the importance of fire safety, we offer the following suggestions from the Rappahannock County Volunteer Fire and Rescue , Association. First, if you don’t have a smoke detector, get one. If you do, check the batteries to make sure they work. Second, review escape routes with family members. Be sure there are at least tw^) ways out of every room. And designate a meeting place outside the structure where everyone will gather to count heads. Have the county’s fire and rescue emergency number (987-8525) near every phone. Put it in plain sight, not buried where someone has to fumble for it. Make sure that directions to the residence are also posted, including route numbers, mileage and landmarks. If you heat with wood, make sure that the stove is installed according to fire code, with adequate clearances from walls and floor. The county’s building office can provide the specifications. Never store wood near the stove. Many fires have been started when wet wood is put next to the stove to dry. Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher near the stove, and learn how to use it. If a fire breaks out, don’t stay in the structure. Smoke and toxic fumes from burning synthetics can overcome you before you realize it. Leave the building, and call the dispatch center from a neighbor’s telephone. Pass this information along to other family members and friends. All these tips are common sense, but not everyone is aware of the precautions. The life you save may be a loved one’s. & Commentary 1*1 ' • >■; >*! Rappahannock News photo/Cindy Mahan Rappahannock Heritage ICICLES COMPETE WITH GARLANDS as holiday decorations on Fran and Charlie Eldred’s home in Washington. J Letters to the editor Goal is zero refuse To the editor: My job takes me regularly to one of the nearby landfills, where 1 often s^e Lou Hatter’s “castoff treasures” turned into air pollution (smoke) while the remaining solids are bulldozed into the earth. At best they are mangled beyound repair and their usefulness destroyed as they are converted into recyclables. That’s at best! In a recent issue of this newspaper two writers disparaged “dumpster drivers who prowl the sites looking for castoff treasures” and “scavengers in and out of the dumpsters,” both of which represent in reality citizens who approach recycling as free enterprise. Once, I wrote my then county 1 o ■9 representative, Nelson Lane, outlining my idea to save the good stuff people throw away (thus reducing the amount of “refuse” in the landfill). Naturally my plan was deadended, because regardless of its worthiness, rich men like Mr. Lane (and that includes most people in government) can’t get real about trash. You see, trash is not a genuine issue to them. It’s beneath their concern — their mind-set is to call someone to haul it away. If put into dollars and cents, “break even” is not enough, neither is providing a few jobs. Until profits hit the obscene level they are not truly interested. They think waste is efficient. I suggest that we humbly approach some of the free-lance salvage experts at any dump site and offer them the kind of fees consultants generally get to generate ideas about trash. Throw in a few earth scientists and the problem will be solved in a week. Maybe they would use the idea I sent Mr. Lane: to put a few of those “bad” scavengers on the County payroll to operate a salvage lot and thrift store right on the landfill property. And to make it work, tax credits could be given to people who cooperate with the program (and fines for those who don’t). With a program of composting, salvage (the steps those in charge are ignoring) and recycling, very little refuge needs to reach our landfill. The way it is now, we buy something, it breaks, and we throw it out. But my dream is if we fix it, soon we’ll start demanding that goods last longer in the first place. And that, in time, will put an end to planned obsolescence and the entire waste economy. We ought to really set a goal of zero refuge. PETER B. HOLLEY Boston Letters policy The Rappahannock News is your newspaper. We encourage our readers to express their feelings on matters of public concern. “Letters tc the editor” provides a forum for your opinion. Letters should be concise and not exceed 250 words. Letters that are too long may be edited. Letters, which in the opinion oi the editor, are libelous or in poor taste will not be published. Topics addressed should be of general interest to the community. Letters must reach the editor by 5 p.m. Monday to be considered for publication that week. Letters may be mailed to the Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747, or delivered to the news office on Main Street, Washington. >'! !'! V Come down to earth I o the editor: Where does it stop? Reading the Dec. 14, Rappahannock News report on the ARB meeting for the Town of Washington was revolting. Wayne Haffler, the non-town resident on the board, is attempting to run the little man out of town. His wishes for scale models and 10 sets of drawings of an addition are totally ridiculous. Imagine the costs of building a scale model of your home. Now imagine that your plan could be rejected, or your model require modification over and over to meet approval. My next complaint for the ARB is why in the world must they have seven copies of all architectual drawings? Most builders don’t need seven sets of drawings. Fortunately, someone on the board thought 10 sets were too many. Wouldn’t two sets be plenty for any type of examination this small town needs to make? Mr. Haffler apparently thinks the people in town are all millionaires, or have a brother who is an architect. By the time Mr. Haffler gets done, it will cost me more to meet ARB approval than it will to build an addition. Let’s come back to earth, Mr. Haffler. A back porch should not cost more to design than to build. There are still ordinary people left in this town. Please try to relate to our budgets rather than your w hims. MARK BAILEY Washington >') I * 1; I * 1 ! Help with sudden crisis only a phone call away I he Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Center’s Family Guidance Services provides emergency services and crisis intervention 24 hours a day, every day of the year, in the counties of Planning District 9: Culpeper, Orange, Madison, Rappahannock and Fauquier. There is an outpatient clinic in each of the five counties that provides emergency services to its respective community during regular working hours. At all other times, an experienced team of emergency services workers is available. There is always a counselor, an administrator and a psychiatrist on call. Emergency services is one of the highest priorities in a broad continuum of services that the Family Guidance clinics provide. The crisis intervention system is designed to be accesible and responsive to many community needs. On-going clients often utilize the system for support, for assistance with medication problems, or to help them cope with a difficult day. The lpcal sheriffs, magistrates and hospi' tals rely on the system for emergency hospitalizations, evaluations and consultations and for assistance defusing crisis situations. Upon the advice of a member of the Family Guidance Services’ emergency team that a person is mentally ill and in need of hospitalization, a magistrate can issue a Temporary Detention Order which requires that they be detained in a safe, secure and approved hospital setting until a court hearing can be held. The law provides that involuntary commitment may only be made to an environment deemed to be the last restrictive one. lhe law also provides for court appointment of an attorney at no cost who is charged with protecting the person’s rights. They ard also examined by a medical doctor who is skilled in the diagonois and treatment of mental illness and must certify that the individual is in fact mentally ill. Many of the calls to the emergency system concern substance abuse — alcohol and other drugs. Under the commitment and detention laws, substance abuse is considered a mental illness. With this type of client, the hospitalization is often for detoxification. There are separate inpatient programs for detox; one, New Hope, is strictly voluntary and only for persons who don’t need constant medical supervision. For those who need medications and may be in a physical crisis as they withdraw, there is a fully staffed medical unit. Another crisis situation arises when a person expresses suicidal thoughts or threatens to commit suicide. These calls do not always result in a hospitalization, but they are taken seriously. In these situations you should always contact the crisis intervention team for professional assistance. There is no charge for Family Guidance Services’ emergency system outside normal clinic hours. The program is supported by a combination of local tax dollars, state grants and the Culpeper United Way. For assistance in Rappahannock County call 675-3329, anytime. In Culpeper, 825-5656, anytime; in Fauquier, 3477620, anytime; in Orange, 672-2718, anytime; or in Madison, 948-5911

Top ten Continued from page 1 the west side of the present jail building, expanding both cell-block space and providing office space for the sheriff and his staff and a new dispatch center. The expansion, however, faced opposition from the Town of Washington s Architectural Review Board, which must approve any exterior construction, renovation or addition within the town’s Historic District. Critics of the plan pointed to the historic nature of the old jail building and its prominence in the courthouse complex and argued that its twin chimneys should not be covered by an addition. The plan’s supporters retorted that previous additions and renovations had left the building already scarred and that the county’s plan was a tasteful treatment and solution to a vexing problem with space. After a lengthy hearing in which respected architects testified for both sides, the ARB denied the county a permit for the addition. The Board of Supervisors appealed the decision to the Town Council, which then heard the entire case over again. After nearly four hours of testimony in the packed courtroom, the council granted the county a permit in a split vote, overturning the ARB’s decision. For some who supported the addition, the council’s decision was a triumph of the appeal process. For others who opposed it, the council’s action represented a setback of the ARB’s efforts. Its chairwoman* Carol Miller, resigned following the decision, saying in a letter that the council’s action meant that the town’s historic buildings cannot be protected. District champs It seemed that all of Rappahannock County took a break late last winter to follow the fortunes of the county’s high-school basketball team. Largely on the efforts of seniors Eric Dunn, Doug Smith, Anthony Porter and Danny Ellis, the Panthers finished the regular season 13-6, earning a berth in the single-A Bull Run District Tournament. With several hundred Panther partisans in attendance, they won all three contests in the district tournament, defeating Brentsville District and the Central Falcons to earn a spot in the tournament finale against Strasburg. In an exciting game that went down to the final buzzer, the Panthers vanquished the Rams, 56-52, advancing Rappahannock to the regional tournament. Again, the Panthers’ fans packed the bleachers at Western Albemarle High School to watch their team defeat Buffalo Gap in a come-from-behind victory, 66-65. The win advanced Rappahannock to the semi-final round, where they faced the state’s number-one team, the Fluvanna Flucos. The Flucos, with all-star sophomore center Luther Bates, proved too much for the Panthers and ended the dream season with a 76-70 loss. The Panthers’ loyal fans, again packing the gym’s bleachers, saluted their team with a standing ovation and were standing at the buses when the team left to return home, congratulating them on their efforts. Weird weather This year will long be talked about by farmers and, indeed, anyone who notices the weather. It began with the second straight winter of almost no snow in the Blue Ridge Mountains, while Williamsburg, on the coast, recorded two snowfalls of one foot each. An unusually warm and wet winter did add much-needed moisture to the soil; however, following three years of extreme drought. With the spring came the rains, and farmers saw their fields so wet that planting was delayed for weeks. But the moisture was needed, and May’s 7.68 inches of rain was quickly absorbed. Summer continued the wet pattern, with plenty of rainfall assuring bumper crops of hay, corn and other ctyaps. The only problem, farmers reported, was getting into the fields between storms to harvest the bounty. In late September, Hurricane Hugo threatened the Southeastern Atlantic coast, and Rappahannock County braced for severe weather when the National Hurricane Center predicted Hugo’s track would take it from Danville north over Winchester — right over the county. Fortunately for the Piedmont, the storm moved faster than predicted and pushed further west before it was swept north by another pressure system further inland. Hugo spent its fury in central North Carolina and the mountains of Southwest Virginia, and though Rappahannock’s children got the day off from school in anticipation of the storm, the county saw only moderate winds and rainfall. Winter made an early appearance, giving the county a white Thanksgiving with 5 114 inches of snow Nov. 22. It proved to be a sign of things to come, as December has been one of the coldest and snowiest on record. As the year ends, the county remains in the throes of a cold wave which has seen temperatures below freezing for the past three weeks, including one week in which the high temperatures seldom ventured from the single digits. The wind-chill factor sent the actual perceived temperatures plunging well below zero. Sperryville weather-watcher Dennis Wingfield has already recorded 21 1/2 inches of snow this year, much of which is still laying on the county’s hills and fields. Tourde Trump In late May the county was treated to an unusual spectacle — world-class bicyclists racing down U.S. 211 from Thornton’s Gap as the Tour de Trump swept through Rappahannock County. It was one of the stages of the first cross-country bicycle race in the United States, sponsored by billionaire real-estate magnate Donald Trump. Though the race began in upstate New York and moved south before ending in Atlantic City, New Jersey, much of the actual biking took place in Virginia. Some of the most exciting racing was down U.S. 211, where Sheriff John Henry Woodward’s radar gun clocked the top riders at speeds of more than 50 miles per hour. Due to wet roads the speed was somewhat less than the predicted 60-70 miles per hour. Though the race was covered by NBC’s Sportsworld, bad weather grounded the helicopters which were to provide aerial coverage of the race down the mountain, and apparently the Rappahannock portion of the race ended up on the network’s cutting-room floor. Following the finish of the race, its organizers said that Virginia offered real challenges for the riders, and in early December the Tour moved its race headquarters to Richmond. Apparently, Rappahannock County has not seen the last of the Tour de Trump. Apples and Alar The county’s apple growers faced a difficulty worse than the stiff competition from Washington state after the CBS newsmagazine 60 Minutes broadcast a report which alleged that some orchardists are treating apples with Alar, a growth-inhibiting chemical which it claimed left carcinogenic residues on the apples. Though the county’s growers stopped using the chemical several years ago after reports of its possible effects first surfaced, they still found themselves bedeviled by the Alar controversy. 60 Minutes, meanwhile, was accused of doing a hatchet job with the report, broadcasting irresponsible allegations while ignoring other evidence mitigating the dangers of Alar. Explaining that the chemical was used primarily to enhance the appearance of the fruit, orchardist Alex Sharp placed much of the blame for the use of chemicals squarely on consumers. If shoppers didn’t demand perfect, unblemished fruit, Mr. Sharp said, many of the chemical applications would not be necessary. But the chemicals used, he added, pose no harm to the public, and any residues on the apples are either washed off by rain before harvest or rinsed away during the grading and sorting process in the packing house. By summer, with the state’s Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reporting no Alarcontaminated apples in its samples, Americans were again eating apples. Dow Chemical Co., the manufacturer of Alar, voluntarily removed the product from use. Gypsy moths The invasion of gypsy-moth caterpillars may supplant the landfill as Rappahannock’s perennial Top Ten story during the next few years. The pest continues its relentless push southward, with the entire western part of the county, from Amissville to Nethers Mill, reporting large infestations of the leaf-eating caterpillars. Much of the Blue Ridge range was defoliated again this year, and oaks and apple trees seemed particularly hard hit — though as forage becomes scarce the moths, in their caterpillar stage, will devour almost anything green. The southern third of the county has been included in the federal Ap 1 lie Ham DEPTNO/SECCAM ACC 212-FA ACC 214-LA AGR 217-FAB ART 102-FA ART 122-FA BIO 102-FA BIO 102-LA BUS 115-FA BUS 150-FA CIS 110-FA CIS 157-FA CIS 195-FA CIS 195-FB CIS 195-FC CIS 195-FD DEC 100-FA ECO 202-FA ENG 01-FA ENG 112-FA ENG 112-FB ENG 242-FA FIN 157-FA HIS 122-FA HTH 138-FA IDS 105-FA IDS 109-FA MKT 100-FA MTH 01-FA MTH 160-FA NAS 162-FA OFT 235-FA PSY 202-FA REA 100-FA REA 100-FB REA 217-FA SOC 202-FA SPD 100-FA STD 100-FA 1990 Spring Class Schedule FAUQUIER CENTER of LFCC/GCC Registration January 3 & 4 12:00 Noon-7:00 p.m. COURSE TITLE CR DAYS HOURS ROOM Principles of Accounting II 3 Principles of Accounting Lab II 1 (Must be taken with ACC 211 -FA) Beef Cattle Breeding Herd Management 2 History and Appreciation of Art II 3 Drawing II 3 General Biology II 3 General Biology Lab II 1 Organizational Behavior 3 Principles of Management 3 Fundamentals of Computer Info. 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Monohan V. Hermes M. Vandiviere B. Choate B. Choate R. Heltzel S Pierce F. Downey GCC Counselors Tuition for Virginia Residents: $26.60 per credit hour Non-resident tuition: $132.00 per credit hour Basic skills placement test for all new students will be given: January 2,5:30 p.m. and January 3,10:00 a.m. CLASSES BEGIN JANUARY 8 For further information, contact 347-1304 (Advertisment sponsored by Private Donations.) palachian Integrated Pest Management Program, and plans are underway to spray much of that area in the spring in an effort to control the moths. So far, since the gypsy moth escaped from a laboratory outside Boston in the early 1870’s, nothing has stopped its slow movement south. During this past summer, however, federal researchers reported several outbreaks of a fungus that proved fatal to the moths. Previously unknown, the biologists speculated that the fungus may have been related to the unusually wet spring and early summer. They rushed to identify and isolate it, hoping that it might prove effective in coming years against the caterpillars. Though the county has expressed reluctance to become involved in spraying to control the moths, it is possible that an outcry by residents may force the Board of Supervisors to relent. Spraying in other areas has proved ineffective over time, since as soon as it is stopped, the moth populations boom artifically. The county’s gypsy-moth coordinator, Mary Dobrovir, plans several meetings in early January to inform landowners about the control measures planned by the AIPM program. Avtex When the winds were right, some of the county’s residents have smelled Front Royal’s Avtex Fibers plant for years. But the stink didn’t gain widespread attention until late last year, when the plant threatened to shut down in the face of millions of dollars in fines levied by the state for air and water pollution and workersafety violations. Virginia Senator John Warner worked out an agreement with the Department of Defense which guaranteed a government contract for carbonized rayon yam used in rocket nozzles, for which the aging plant was the sole supplier. However, Avtex was back in the news by this past spring, after the Environmental Protection Agency charged that the plant was responsible for unsafe levels of PCBs in the Shenandoah River downstream from the plant. The state Health Department issued an advisory warning fishermen against eating fish taken from the river. Meanwhile, the company announced a reorganization and shutdown of some of its production lines, cutting more than 600 employees from its workforce and leaving the carbonized rayon product as its sole remaining contract. In August, Attorney General Mary Sue Terry and the State Water Control Board took Avtex to court, asking that its water-discharge permit be revoked due to alleged continuing discharges of PCBs. With millions of dollars in fines for past violations still pending, Ms. Terry also requested that the company be forced to use its remaining assets to clean up the site rather than continue production. Richmond Circuit Court Judge T.J. Markowr granted the company several continuances, but by early November there were indications that the judge intended to grant the state’s request for an injunction against the plant’s continued operation, and on Nov. 9 the Water Control Board revoked its discharge permit. The next afternoon, company president John Gregg faxed the Attorney General a letter notifying her of his intent to shut down the plant, and shortly thereafter employees shut off power to the 60-acre plant site. With volatile chemicals stored on the site, emergency officials spent an anxious weekend until the situation was stabilized, but by the end of the month, clean-up operations were underway. Ms. Terry also received permission to secure the plant after reports surfaced that company officials were removing rayon product, computers and other equipment from the site. It appears that the plant will never reopen, and the Pentagon is now certifying another company as a supplier of the carbonized rayon yam used in its rocket nozzles. Statehouse sweep Lt: Gov. L. Douglas Wilder made history in November, becoming the first black man elected as a governor in the United States. His victory, by a margin of less than 7,000 votes out of 1.7 million cast, surprised skeptics who pointed to Virginia as the heart of the Old South. Republican J. Marshall Coleman enjoyed a comfortable lead of more than 10 points in opinion polls as the fall campaign season began, after Wilders campaign lurched through the stlmmer seemingly without direction. Coleman, however, saw his campaign flounder on the issue of abortion, where the staunch pro-life stance which had helped him win the Republican primary came back to haunt him. Although Coleman’s allegations of personal financial problems plagued Wilder, the Democrat attacked Coleman’s position on abortion in a series of campaign ads which the Republican never successfully rebutted. Even more surprising than Wilder’s victory, however, was Democrat Donald S. Beyer’s victory over State Sen. Edwina “Eddy” Dalton in the Lt. Governor’s race. A political newcomer running a long-shot campaign, Beyer saw Dalton’s lead in the polls steadily shrinking, and quipped the day before the election that if the votes were cast on Thanksgiving, he’d win for sure. Probably not even Beyer thought he would be victorious on Nov. 7, but Mrs. Dalton, the widow of former Governor John Dalton, was the first to concede defeat on election night. Beyer won by eight percentage points, 54-46 percent. Though Rappahannock County defied the statewide result and went for Coleman and Dalton, and Coleman called for a recount of the ballots, by Christmas Wilder had been certified as the winner, and Coleman dropped all further plans to contest the election. Wilder will be inaugurated on Saturday, Jan. 13 in Richmond. See TOP TEN, p. 12 -““ ■‘trvSp’ «— ,^10 3^— *•*"“*" ,v yrivMf*"-1 #„//>'>" ■,< '> W"r' ^ s' .^+\ Sf t/ l/ll/f- >>4?****’ _ >:’Wlk Now Farmers and Merchants is giving you a reason to be happy about those advancing years. Starting on December 1, when you get a 12-month certificate of deposit, the interest rate will be based on your age. The rate is 8% with a percentage bonus of your age. For instance, if you are 55, your rate would ti be 8.55%. The minimum deposit is $1,000. - To start your CD, just stop by any office of the Big Apple Bank. Unfortunately, most people won’t have time to wait till their next birthday, since this is a limited time offer. 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hurch Activities -- . ..i Trinity Episcopal Pastor: Rev. Jennings Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a. m. Morning Prayer 11 a.m. Maranatha Independent Baptist Pastor: Rev. Clyde R. Woodard Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship & Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Friday: Teen Time 7 p.m. County Methodist Services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Dec. 31 as follows: Flint Hill United Methodist at 9:00 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10:00 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Family Worship Center Pastor: Rev. William “Bill” Taylor Intercessory Prayer & New Believers Class 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Intercessory Prayer 6:^0 p.m. Service 7 p.m. Youth Night. Ages 13 to 19. 7 p.m. Nursery Provided for all services Sunday: Wednesday: Friday: Sperryville Assembly of God Sunday: Wednesday: Saturday: Pastor: Rev. Ray Campbell Sr. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Young People 6 to 7 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting 6 p.m. Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p. m. Youth and Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting Mt. Lebanon Watch Service Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church is having a Watch Night service Sunday, Dec. 31. Regular evening service begins at 7 p.m., and Watch Night service is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Rev. Dan Gregg, pastor, extends an invitation to all to attend. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Steven D. Parker Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Monday: Adult Choir Practice 7:30 p.m. ') Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Meeting and Bible Study 7:00 p.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Saturday: Sunday: Monday: Rev. Albert Verbeke, Chaplain Mass at 8:30 a.m. Mass at 9 and 11 a.m. Mass at 10 a.m. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Tom VonFange Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Nethers Mill Lighthouse Weekly services at Nethers Mill Lighthouse Tabernacle include 7;30 p.m., Wednesday; 7;30 p.m., Saturday; and 5:30 p.m., Sunday. The Rev. Charles Clinedinst, pastor, invites the public. Washington Baptist Interim Pastor: Rev. Earl Jarrell Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Choir Rehersal 6:30 p.m. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. L. Starke Jones Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth & Evening Service 6 p.m. Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Men’s Prayer Service 6 p.m. Amissville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Thomas Everett Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a. m. Evening Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer, Praise and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Wednesday: Saturday: Sperryville homes welcome Christmas guests XTX€»tCI CTCIgeailL LiUUlf) cllllj Nancy Cordle of Eglin Air Foret Base, Fla., were Christmas Da> guests of Eleanor Cordle. Mr. and Mrs. William W. Clot and Beth of Stafford and Mr. and Mrs. William Weedon Cloe III ol Fort Drum, N.Y., were Christmas Day guests of Mrs. T.J. Pillar. Ken and Kathy Yoder of Elisa bethtown, Pa., were Christmas Daj dinner guests of Ruby Dwyer. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Hawk ins were Christmas Eve overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cod ding and family in Fairfax. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Hawk ins visited Ethel Ramey and Mr. ant Mrs. Field Hawkins in Slate Mill; Saturday. The Sperryville Bridge Club hel< its annual Christmas party Friday night at the home of Dot Estes. Those playing in addition to Mrs Estes were Lucia Kilby, Mary Q Snead, Edna Metzinger, Helei Brown, Lucy Ann Maeyer, Mrs. T Estes and Virginia Lindstrom. Prizes were awarded to Do Estes, Mrs. Metzinger, Mrs. Browi and Mrs. Maeyer. Dr. and Mrs. John P. Snead wer< Christmas Day dinner guests of Mr *y CATHY PY7IUCN Phow* 987-8740 and Mrs. W. W. Sanford and Lyle in Orange. Dr. and Mrs. John P. Snead were Tuesday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Peyton Snead in Rixeyville. Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Swindler and Barbara Dawn and Viola Brown, all of Hanover, Pa., were Thursday I overnight guests of Mrs. Lee Swin' dler and Mrs. Roy Swindler. Christmas Day dinner guests of Mrs. Lee Swindler and Mrs. Roy Swindler were Mr. and Mrs. Jim i Swindler and Jimmy and Mr. Benjamin Estes of North Carolina. Mr. Estes remained overnight, Christmas Day dinner guests in 1 the home of Margaret Devers and Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Wayland and ! Greg were Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Devers and family, Mr. and Mrs. iveuy niDDs ana aaugnter ana Josephine Hibbs, all of Front Royal, Sheila Scott of Amissville and Mr. and Mrs. Tony Wayland. Bessie Porter of South Carolina has been visiting with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Foster, for two weeks. She left Tuesday for her home. Butch Foster of Old Dominion University and Kristi Foster of Virginia Beach spent the holiday weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Foster. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sisk of Orange and Lester Deal were Christmas Eve guests of Mrs. Early J. Sisk. Christmas Day dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. Jenkins, Richard and Angie were Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Jenkins, Donna and Allen of Nethers Mill, Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen of Washington and Mr. and Mrs. Jackie Baldwin and David. Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen were guests of his mother, Eva J. Sample, in Culpeper. Her other dinner guests were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jenkins, Bobby, Kirk, James, Chrystal, Tom and Ted, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Jenkins, Frankie, Adam and Julie, and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Payne, Melissa, Wanda and Al, all 01 Wasmngion, mi. ami mis. Branson Jenkins, Allen and Wendy, and Mr. and Mrs. David Dodson, all of Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser and family and Debbie Keyser and son Josh Smallwood, all of Winchester, spent Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with Mr. and Mrs. Daniel R. Keyser. Christmas Day dinner guests ol Mr. and Mrs. John Marshall Clark and Ruth Fincham were Rhonda Clark of Front Royal, Shirley and Naomi Baldwin and Mr. and Mrs. F. Bernard LeSueur Jr. and Joseph ol Culpeper, Mr. and Mrs. John Clark Jr., Stacey and Amanda and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Pullen, all of Washington, Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Jenkins and Barbara C. Burke. Christmas Day dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. I.R. Kilby were Dr. and Mrs. William Kilby, Christy and Marie of Harrisonburg, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Robertson and James of Fredericksburg and Margaret Tyus of Richmond. I would like to thank everyone that has helped me during my writing of this column and I wish you all a Happy New Year. Holiday busy for Washington residents Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Hall, George Hall, son Mike and Ludi Hall of Camilla, Ga., are guests of Alice R. Wood at Sunnyside for several days. Friday-aftemoon visitors of Frances Eubank were Polly Aylor of Sperryville, Earl Menefee of Warrenton and Crystal Smoot of Lake Front Royal. Frances Eubank entertained 16 family members for Christmas Day dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Page Moffett and family and Mrs. Moffett’s mother, Mrs. Fulmer, who has been spending the Christmas holiday with the Moffetts, were Tuesday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Moffett III and family and Jean B. Moffett. The community was saddened to hear of the death of Byrd Jones. Our condolences to her family. Saturday night guests of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls for refreshments and exchange of Christmas presents were Robert L. Frazier, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simmons, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. I-■-— Clark, and Mr. and Mrs. Richie Eastham of Rileyville. The Easthams were also overnight guests of the Falls. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo for Christmas Day brunch were Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls of Woodville, Mr. and Mrs. Richie Eastham of Rileyville, Robert L. Frazier and Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Dinner guests Christmas Day of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simmons were “Peanut” Simmons of Manassas, Mi\ and Mrs. Tim Falls of Woodville, Mr. and Mrs. Richie Eastham of Rileyville, Robert L. Frazier, and Mr. and Edward M. Clark. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo were Christmas Day dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown in Woodville. Mrs. Ned Settle returned home Tuesday, after spending the Christmas holiday with Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Moulis and family in Silver Spring, Md. Christmas Day dinner guests of Annie Hawkins were Mr. and Mrs. Richie Burke and girls and Mabel Burke of Woodville; Mr. and Mrs. John Deal, Jamie and Johnathan of Hume; Mr. and Mrs. Billy Hawkins, Lisa and Angie and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Kinnick of Stephens City; Roger Hawkins, Chris Hawkins and Kim Hawkins of Warrenton; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hawkins and Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Hawkins of Arlington; Dottie Burke of Alexandria; Connie Hawkins of Reston; and Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Payne and Julie. Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Weakley were Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner guests of Mr- and Mrs. Joel Daczewitz, Gregg, Philip and Derek in Woodville. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Caidovt’ had dinner at the Country Cafe in town Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Jakubowicz, Kristi, Matt and Andrea of Grapevine, Texas, arrived at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz, Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz and the Dennis Jackubowicz family were Christmas Day dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sengstack, Eric and Jason in Centreville. The Jakubowicz family remained overnight with the Sengstack family. The Dennis Jakubowicz family is expected at the John Schultz home Thursday night en route back to their home in Texas. The Rappahannock County Extension Office offers i-H programs for children and teenagers with a wide variety of interests. For more information, call 675-S619. Check the real estate listing in ®fje l&appafjannocfeihtos for information on the market. ■ VIRGINIA BILL TURNER, INC. _DEALER 1203 East Main Street Luray, Virginia (703)743-3338 RAYMOND B. KNEPP, R.Ph. 119 Water Street Front Royal, VA 22630 CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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Flint Hill residents travel, entertain for holiday Christmas Eve eiiests nf Mr _ • Mrs. Bunny Hudson and Kathy were Mr. and Mrs. Odie Herndon and boys of Manassas, Larry Clark and Gary Clark of Front Royal, and Patsy and Charles Whorton of Woodville. Steve Lillard was a guest in the Hudson home on Christmas Day. Visiting with Mr. and Mrs. William Lee Christmas Day were Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Spence and Sarah of Harrisonburg, and Mr. Dennis Grove and Eric of Front Royal. Spending the Christmas holiday with Christine Vest and Mrs. John S. Dodson at Sperryville were Mr. and Mrs. Michael Vest, Johnny Vest, Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Vest, Leigh Vest and Tony Gomey, all of Virginia Beach. Also visiting Mrs. Vest and houseguests Sunday was Dee Welch. Joining Mrs. Vest and her houseguests Christmas Day were Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest, Mr. and Mrs. David Calisto and Nikki, Allen Vest, Doris Vest, Crystal Werner and Joshua, and Patty Lowler and girls Sally and Kelly. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have worship service, 9 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 31. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb, invites the public. Dinner guests Christmas Day of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson were Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Lillard and Dayna of Springfield, Frances Hudson and Kathy Hudson. Also visiting Pbo»«7-tfl3<> By POLLY Pi. AYLOR were Stevie Lillard, Danny Huff and Hope Racer. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lillard attended a family dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Sours in Warrenton Christmas Day. Christine Vest, Michael Vest, Leigh Vest and Tony Gomey visited Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest in Woodville and Mrs. John S. Dodson in Sperryville Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Dunn of Mineral spent Tuesday with the latter’s grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Gentry. Spending Christmas Day with Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Lillard were Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Hawkins of Arlington; Mr. and Mrs. Leon Lillard, girls Amy and Allison, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Duncan, Chip and Sandy of Broad Run; Edith Groves of Luray; Mr. and Mrs. Allen Groves and family of Warrenton; and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Groves and Mark Groves of Bealeton. Mr. and Mrs. M.R. Bradford III and Anne of Knoxville,VTenn., spent the Christmas holiday with his mother, Mrs. M.R. Bradford, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. A.O. Smoot and Gary had with them for Christmas Day Mr. and Mrs. James Bywaters and Jimmy, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Smoot and Krystal, and Mr. and Mrs. A.O. Smoot Jr., Dasha and Scott of Front Royal; and Mr. and Mrs. William Smoot and Lisa of Culpeper. Becky Ricker and Sallie Lillard spent the Christmas holiday with Geneva Coppage at Stanley. They were among forty guests at a Christmas party at the home of Mrs. Coppage Sunday evening. Christmas Day, Mrs. Coppage, Becky Ricker and Sallie Lillard were dinner-guests of Mr. and Mrs. Guy D. Bossier. Spending Christmas with Ethel Lillard and family were Jack Lillard and Crystal, Jeff Lillard, Belinda Sexton and Bonnie Cameron and girls Kayla and Carrie, all of Front Royal; and Ronnie Lillard and Susie Wood of Warrenton. Also visiting Monday were Frances Hudson and Kathy Hudson. Spending Christmas Day with Mr. and Mrs. Carson Lillard were Mr. and Mrs. James Lillard of Manassas; Mr. and Mrs. Mike Dellinger and family of Reliance; Mr. and Mrs. Clark Moats and family of Front Royal; David Lillard and Michael Lillard of Woodbridge; Mr. and Mrs. Pat Keller, Eric and Steven Lillard and Leslie Harrison of Castleton; Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Lillard of Dumfries and Jean Lillard. Out-of-town guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Grady Vest Christmas Day were Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Nicholson and children Amy and Jacob of Front Royal. Sunday guests of Mrs. Moffett Brady were Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Pullen and children Ashley and Jacob of Warrenton, and Mr. and Mrs. Doug Willard and boys J.J. and Clayton of Culpeper. Visiting Christmas Day were Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McCulloch; Mr. and Mrs. M.H. Brady; Mr. and Mrs. Leo Wharton; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brady and Tony; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brady and Chuck, Matthew and Patrick; Mr. and Mrs. Dick Brady, Molly and Jason of Oakton; Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Joback and Amy, Joey, Alice and Elizabeth; and Clyde Lillard. Dinner guests Christmas Day of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pullen Sr., Mrs. Floyd Menefee and David were Mr. and Mrs. William Southard, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pullen Jr., and Robbie and James Menefee, all of Flint Hill; Roger Menefee and Joyce Ann of Washington; Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Brown, Melissa Brown, Roger Rutherford, Cleveland Menefee and Richard Menefee, all of Sperryville; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Allen Brown and Angela of Boston; Mr. and Mrs. Udel C. Layton and Dee Dee and Mr and Mrs. Jack Lambert of Charlot tesville; and Earl Menefee of Warrenton. Woodville holiday news Bonnie and Tanya Brown of Gaithersburg, Md., spent the Christmas holidays with their parents, Chloe Brown and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown. Chloe Brown and Bonnie Brown were overnight guests on Christmas Eve of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Brown.Christmas Day dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown were Tanya Brown, Chloe Brown and Bonnie Brown; Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Tim Brown and son Jason of Washington; Mr. and Mrs. Larry Brown of Chester Gap; and Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo of Washington. * Ruby Pullen and Audrey Pullen of Culpeper were Christmas Day dinner guests of Ruth Orange. Beth and Ray Scott and Martha Loud O’Bannon were Sunday-evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Mau Ry JUNE OAK J rice O’Bannon. On Christmas Day Mr. and Mrs. George C. Hawkins of Sperryville, Joe Beard of Culpeper, Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wharton, and Mr. and Mrs. Todd Vest and daughter Ashley were dinner guests of Vallie Butler and Norma Holt. Dianne Grigsby and daughter Crystal of Sperryville were Christmas Eve guests of Ada Burke and Ruth Rowles. Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Bayne, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bayne and Michelle Bayne, Melissa Bayne and friend Tony Marks, of Culpeper; Edna Woodward and Jeffrey Woodward of Castleton and Tabitha Woodward of Arlington were Christmas Day dinner guests of Ada Burke and Ruth Rowles. Mr. and Mrs. James Sykes and Mr. and Mrs. Brad Sykes of Culpeper; and Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Crawford, daughter Catherine, Mr. and Mrs. Opie Crawford and son Charles Ray of Flint Hill were Christmas Day dinner guests of Audra Crawford. K.P. Grigsby and Clifton Hume of Warrenton were Monday-afternoon callers of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Way land and Lester Wayland. Bobby Jenkins and son Jeff and Mr. and Mrs. Sonny Anderson, Sonya and Chris were Christmas Eve guests of Claudia Jenkins. Christmas Day dinner guests of Claudia Jenkins and Otis Hawkins were Dorothy Wharton, Cindy and Amey Wharton, and Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Jenkins, of Washington. The family was entertained by a country music group which featured Christmas carols and consisted of Ray Sisk, Billy Jenkins and Richard Jenkins. Rev. and Mrs. L. Starke Jones were Christmas Day guests of their son and daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Larry Jones and family in Charlottesville. Christmas visitors of Charles and Pat Wharton were Tom and Tracey Guidice, Eddie and Karen Williams, Todd Huffman and Dianne and Kathy Hudson of Flint Hill, Dee Welch, John Vest, Curtis and Teresa Vest, Leigh Anoia and Tony of Virginia Beach and Jerry Lee Jenkins of Sperryville. — Amissville area news Amissville Health and Fitness Club (formerly TOPS) has suspended meetings until March 6, when they will resume at 10 a.m. each Tuesday at the United Methodist Church. Anyone desiring to improve their health by losing weight may monitor their progress on a health chart obtained by sending a stamped, selfaddressed envelope to P.O. Box 99, Amissville 22002. Start the new year out right by obtaining a calendar from the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service, which contains a no-cost exercise plan and dietary guidelines for better health. The publication number is 352-175. Also available from the Exten Guest receives lottery report Delegate Raymond R. “Andy” Guest Jr. has received a copy of the 1989 Annual Report for the Virginia Lottery. This report covers the Lottery’s first year in business. Anyone interested in inspecting this report may do so in Delegate Guest’s legislative office located at 27 South Royal Avenue in Front Royal. sion Office is “The Farmer’s Tax Guide,” as well as the “Virginia Farm Record Book, Part I - Expenses and Receipts.” Also available is a supplement for Part I, called “Five-Year Inventory.” Jan. 12 is the deadline for nominating volunteers to receive the Governor’s Award for Volunteering. Forms are available at local volunteer centers or by calling 804-7861431. We have many in our area who have dedicated their life to helping others. This is an excellent opportunity to recognize those individuals. (I requested copies of the application; call me if you desire to nominate someone.) Lisa and Curtis Stuart spent Christmas Eve with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie C. Smith, in Amissville and Christmas Day with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Stuart, in Centreville. Teresa and Ron Jones spent Christmas Eve with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Smith, Amissville, and Christmas Day with his mother, Wanda Jones, in Gainesville. Business courses at The Barn' For those students who want to upgrade their business skills, the Fauquier Center will be offering several business courses in the Spring semester, which begins Jan. 8. Principles of Marketing will meet Monday, 7 p.m.-lO p.m.;, Organizational Behavior, Tuesday, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.; Principles of Management, Monday and Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.11:45 a.m. and Consumer Lending, Wednesday, 7-p.m.-10 p.m. Computer courses offered will be Fundamentals of Computer Information Systems on Wednesday, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. and Lotus 1-2-3 on Monday, 7 p.m.-ll p.m. A series of Saturday-morning computer courses will be offered, including MS-DOS, Lotus 1-2-3, Beginning Word Perfect 5.0 and Advanced Word Perfect 5.0. Registration begins Jan. 3 and 4. For more information call 703-3471304. Join Us For A Special New Year's Eve Gala ★Dinner ★Live Show ★Dancing $75 per person $135 per couple NOW SHOWING THRU DEC. 31ST Scrooge l£>teps #ut A Christmas Carol After A 3-Year Run On Broadway, FinaVty' The Dinner Theatre Premiere of "A Coupla White Chicks Sitting Around Talking" OPENS JAN. 11 NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS HAYLOFT DINNER THEATRE 10501 Balls Port! Road Manassas, VA 22110 Call for reservations and ticket information: Metro: 818-7058 Local: 368-3866 IHacfc $tnnp CANDLE OUTLET •yjfiei (/iifs/f/tasSALE MONDAY, DECEMBER 28 - DEC. 31 HOURS: 10 A.M.-5 P.M. 50% OFF 20% OFF All •_ ■ A ■■ ABA. mm viinaunds Cards and Christmas Decorations 10% off Candles & Antiques Mil UilflS Including pewter, crystal, knives, procelain, brass & stuffed toys. Limited Editions not included DIRECTIONS: take Rt. 7, 340 or US 50 to MILLWOOD, VA & follow circle map MILLWOOD, VA. 22646 PHONE 703-837-2150 l Upcoming events Spaghetti dinner Jan. 11 The annual seventh-grade spaghetti dinner has been rescheduled for 5 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 11 at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. The RCES band and choir program will follow the dinner at 7:30 p.m. Prices are $6 for adult, all you can eat, $5 for single serving and $3 for children under 10. For additional information, call Arthur Neufeld at 987-8259 or 675-3728, evenings. Murder Mystery at The School House A murder mystery dinner show will be held at The School House Restaurant and Inn, Flint Hill, Friday, Jan. 19. All murder mysteries include a three-course meal for $49.95. Mystery starts promptly at 7 p.m., with a clue-gathering cocktail hour. Mystery ends around 10 p.m. For reservations, call The School House at 675-3030. Monthly dancing planned A series of 12 monthly evenings of contra, folk and square dancing is planned, to celebrate the new decade of the Nineties. An organizing meeting and the first montly dance is planned for 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 11 at Blackwater Homestead off U.S. 522 near Boston and Castleton. A nominal fee will be charged to cover costs. For future information, call Sidney Gottlieb at 703-547-3934 or Jan Zindel at 703-9375407. Welfare League to meet The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League will meet, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 2 at Washington Fire Hall. All members and interested persons are urged to attend. • Blue Ridge concert The Association Choir and Ministers and Deacons Union Choir will be in concert at Pilgrim Wilderness on Sunday, Dec. 31 following the conclusion of the ministers’ and deacons’ union meeting. The program will benefit the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Center. Landscape show at gallery School House Gallery in Flint Hill proudly presents a landscape show, “In Country,” through Dec. 29, featuring Theresa Duke, Tonya Richey, Ren, Chris Stephens and Thomas Spande. For more information, call 636-1507. Art at Middle St. The “Art for Gifts” show at Washington’s Middle St. Gallery will run through Dec. 31. Original art gifts for children and adults are available to choose from. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday through Sunday; 9 a.m.-noon, Mondays and Wednesdays; and any other time by appointment, 703-675-3440. New Year's in Washington A New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball will be held at the Washington Fire Hall, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Dec. 31. Music will be provided by the Crazy Eights, Rappahannock’s premier rock-and-roll band. Food and refreshments will be available. Admission is $7. Quaker meeting There is an hour of silent worship, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Sunday at the Middle Street Gallery. Parenting group in Culpeper A Parent-Child Education Group will be held 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays in Culpeper. The group will cover basic parenting techniques and child-development skills. For more information, contact: Parent-Infant Education at 825-5656 or SAFE at 825-8876. Support group meeting A support-group meeting for women with relationship problems will be held 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Saint Stephen’s Church in Culpeper. For further information, call 825-8876. Flint Hill VFD fundraiser The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring a gun raffle to raise money for the department. One gun will be given away for each of the next 12 months. Tickets are $20 each, are good for the entire 12-month period, and are available from any Flint Hill VFD member. They may also be ordered by mail; send a check or money order payable to Flint Hill VFD, P.O. Box 150, Flint Hill, VA 22627. Tickets will be sent by return mail. Gypsy-moth open houses Meetings will be held 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 4; and 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Friday, Jan. 5 at the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church (intersection of U.S. 522 and Route 626 at Scrabble). The purpose of the open houses is to inform the public about the gypsy moth and to obtain public involvement in the treatment decisions that will be implemented in the spring of 1990. The proposed treatment program is part of the federally funded Appalachian Integrated Pest Management Project (AIPM) which included approximately the southern third of Rappahannock County. For more information, call 987-8934. Written comments may be sent to: Gypsy Moth AIPM office, Virginia Dept, of Agricultural and Consumer Services, 735 East Market St., Suite C, Harrisonburg, VA 22801. Amissville Full Gospel Pastor: Rev. Paul Markee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Rev. Dan Gregg Sunday: Wednesday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentacostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Saturday: Youth 7 p.m. TF A note about this column “Upcoming events” is a listing of activities in Rappahannock and surrounding counties, published as a community service to our readers. Due to the increasing demand on the space, we request that submissions be limited to the basic information about the activity: who, what, when and where. Rather than detail, we suggest that a telephone number “for further information” be provided for interested readers. As many listings will be published as space allows, however it is occasionally nec-& essary to omit some events to accomodate other activities. Priority will be given to those items which have not appeared before.

Dried beans add nutrition, substance »y ilrjJLrjlN W. SMITH Extension Afent, Home Economics It has long been a Southern tradition to have pork, black-eyed peas and collard greens on New Year’s Day. The peas symbolize the change in your pocket; and the greens, the dollars. The more you eat, the more good luck will come your way during the new year, according to folklore. Another reason that black-eyed peas or some type of dried beans are popular on New Year’s Day and for winter meals following the holidays is that they are economical. If your family is like most, you’ve been cooking and baking and entertaining during the holidays and perhaps overspent the food budget a bit. Therefore, many families welcome the opportunity to purchase more economical fare such as dried beans and peas to save money on their food bill as they start the new year. Bargains for budget and nutri tion Dry beans and their close cousins, dry peas and lentils, are food bargains — budget-wise and nutrition wise. When buying, you can figure that a pound of one of these dry foods will provide seven to nine servings. All are hearty foods because of .■■III their carbohydrate content, which the body uses for energy. They contain some B vitamins and are nuggets of mineral value for the iron they contain. And with all this, they provide useful protein, which the body requires to build and repair its organs and tissues. You get the most good from these bean-family foods if you have in the same meal some grain food like bread or rice, or some type of protein food like meat or cheese. Baked beans with brown bread, pinto beans served with combread, pork and beans, and chili con came are good combinations for nutrition HOME ECONOMICS as well as flavor. So are ethnic combinations like Hoppin’ John, New Orleans-style red beans and rice, and Mexican com tortillas with refried beans, among others. The reason? Proteins in foods are made up of different combinations of amino acids. Some of these proteins are more complete and, therefore, more useful than others for the body’s needs. There is especially good protein in meat and other foods from animal sources, and even i little combined with bean proteir makes a stronger protein team. Nei ther beans nor grains provide com plete protein, but when the two are eaten together, the protein in the meal is much improved. Ilappv New Near ► USDA Choice Bee T-BONE OR PORTERHOUSE STEAK USDA Choice Beef Boneless Sirloin Steak. Lb. EXTRA LOW PRICES...EVERYDAY!!! 2 Liter - Diet Coke Caffeine Free Diet Coke COKE CLASSIC 0 2 Liter • Diet Sprite/ Sprite. 1.09 i Pkg. of 6 - 16 Oz. NonReturnable Related Items & l Coke. 1.89 7 Oz. - Puffed/ Crunchy WISE CHEEZ DOODLES 99* Deli Bonus Buy! Large Party Pleaser PARTY TRAY $3995 UL Each Contains Meat & Cheeses Serves 18-24 “Good at deli locations only.” .750 Liter ANDRE CHAMPAGNE Brut, Pink, White, Cold Duck <7 vSEEDLESS NAVEL ! ORANGES/TANGY \ SUNKIST LEMONS/ZESTY LIMES <3 C U.S. NO. 1 / WHITE POTATOES ( 10 Lb. Fresh -11 Oz. Pkg. Blackeye Peas.99 Bag>v U r a 15 Oz. - Chopped Collards/Mixed/ Chopped Mustard/Chopped Turnip BUSH GREENS t BUSHS L BEST. turnip GREENS, 3 Pack - Butter/Natural Microwave - Food Lion POPCORN 20 Oz. - In Juice Sliced/ Crushed/Chunk - Libby's PINEAPPLE 59' 1 Lb. - Hayes Dry BLACKEYE PEAS 2j89> 20 Oz. - Frozen Shoestrinc Lynden Farms POTATOES'! W 16 Oz. - Fisher Dry Roasted PEANUTS $199 r There is a Food Lion conveniently located near you: 613 FROST AVE., WARRENTON, VIRGINIA 22186 Monday thru Saturday: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. and 9 a.m.-9.m. I Before cooking To prepare beans for cooking, place in a colander and rinse well in cool water. Sort carefully, removing any withered or discolored beans. Then soak, using either the basic method or the quick method: Basic method: Allow 1 quart cold water for 1 pound of dry beans; soak overnight or for 6-8 hours, and discard any beans that float. Quick method: Allow 1 quart cold water for 1 .pound of beans. Place beans and water in a large kettle; cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to moderate and let beans boil gently 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour, covered. Tips for cooking Be sure to use some soaking water for cooking the beans, because it contains vitamins. Salt, tomatoes or other acid foods should be added toward the end of cooking, because they toughen the beans. Some type of fat should be added to cut down on foaming and to keep the pot from boiling over. A ham bone or a chunck of bacon or salt pork will do the trick and give the beans a nice flavor. A tablespoon of margarine, cooking oil or drippings will work, too. Types of beans There is a variety of dry beans and peas available in the supermarket to include in winter meals. Some of the most popular ones are: Black beans, which are also called turtle beans, are blackskinned with a creamy flesh. They are staples of South American soups and stews. Black-eyed peas are southern favorites and are called “peas” because their flavor resembles that of field peas. They are available fresh in summer, dried in winter and canned all year. Cannellini are white, Italian kidney beans, available either dry or canned. They are usually used in casserole with tomatoes and sausage. Chick peas, which are also called garbanzo beans, work well in soups, salads and casseroles. lUUUCJ' ucauo cue ICU-UIUWU beans used as the basis of chili con came and many Mexican recipes. They are also a popular "baking” bean in New England. Lima beans: baby limas are more often dried than are Fordhooks, because they hold their shape better. Pink beans, which are kissing cousins of the kidney bean, are the beans of refried beans and other southwestern favorites. Pinto beans are another type of kidney bean, pink in color with brown freckles. And red beans are yet another type of kidney bean: a smaller, redder variety popular in Mexican dishes. White beans are a family of four: the big marrowfat, the mediumsized Great Northern, and the smaller navy and pea beans. This week’s recipe is for bean soup made with Great Northern beans and seasoned with ham, celery and onion. It’s very simple, yet nutritious, fare for a winter meal. Serve with combread. Bean soup 1 pound dry Great Northern beans 5 quarts water Ham bone 3 potatoes, cooked and mashed 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Wash and soak beans. Add ham bone and simmer two hours. Add potatoes, onion, celery, garlic powder and bouillon cubes, if desired. Simmer one hour. Remove bone; cut up meat and return to soup. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Makes 41/2 quarts. Freezes well. Note: If you’re watching fat or calorie content of your diet, substitute four chicken bouillon cubes for the ham bone. LFCC welcomes spring students New students who delayed beginning their ‘college education will find an array of courses and services for new students available for the Spring semester at Lord Fairfax Community College. Registration, program and course advising, skillsplacement testing and orientation will all be available in January. For those students interested in a business-related program, seats are available in Principles of Accounting I, Introduction to Business, Fundamentals of Computer * Information Systems, KeyboardingTypewriting I, and Principles of Economics. Specific courses that meet general education requirements for first-time students include English Composition I, Introduction to Mathematics, Mathematics for the Liberal Arts, College Algebra, Applied Calculus, College Chemistry I History of Western Civilization 1 and Contemporary American Civilization. In addition to these offerings, a large number of elective courses are available for new or returning students. Freshmen registration will begin at 9 a.m., Jan. 3-4. For details and to sign up, call 703-869-1120 or 800-6665322 (V7TDD).

Byrd G. Jones Byrd Gravatt Jones, 76, of Wash ington died Dee. 20 at her home. The funeral was Dee. 22 at Wash ington Baptist Church. Burial was ir Washington Masonic Cemetery. Mrs. Jones was bom May 15, 1913, in Blackstone, the daughter ol the late William M. and Rebecca Epps Gravatt. She was a member oi Washington Baptist Church and the Rappahannock County Library Committee. She was a graduate of the College of William and Mary and served on the Rappahannock County School Board. "She was married to the late Edward Moffett Jones. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. A.F. Olsen of Concord and Mrs, Raymond Kite of Luray; one son, Edward Moffett Jones Jr. of Centreville; three sisters, Mrs. William T. Sheffield of Knoxville, Tenn., and Mrs. W.H. Crowder Jr. and Mrs. Kenneth Waldon of Blackstone; one brother, William M. Gravatt Jr. of Blackstone; and seven grandchildren. Arrangements were handled by Clore Funeral Home in Culpeper. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rappahannock County Library. George Fincham George Washington Fincham, 71, of Culpeper died Dec. 19 at Culpeper Health Care Center. He was a native of Rappahannock County. Mr. Fincham was retired from Culpeper Farmers Co-op. Survivors include one daughter, Patty Searcey of Sumter, S.C.; three sisters, Mary Jane Latham and Anna Mae Jenkins, both of Culpeper, and Gladys Bowen of Falls Church; two brothers, Woodrow W. Fincham and Arthur Fincham, both of Culpeper; and nieces and nephews. His parents were the late Lewis and Lacy Leake Fincham. A funeral service was at Clore Funeral Home chapel Dec. 21. The Rev. John S. Farrar officiated. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery. Food,drugs topic of talk The Rappahannock County Extension Homemakers will study the nutrition topic, “Food and Drug Interaction,” at their January meeting. The program will be held at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 2 at the Amissville Baptist Church. H.O.M.E. members and other interested individuals are welcome to attend. “Present evidence does not indicate that drugs are causing widespread nutritional deficiencies,” said extension home economist Helen W. Smith, “but nutritionists, pharmacists, physicians and other healthcare professionals are becoming more aware of the food-drug interactions, and both they and consumers should watch for possible ill effects.” The purpose of this nutrition program is to alert individuals to ways some commonly used drugs affect “ our nutritional state, Mrs. Smith explained. EXCHANGE incorporated Regular Sales Evety Tuesday HORSE SALE 2nd Sat. 10 a.m. Every Month STATE GRADE FAT CATTLE 1st. Tues., 1p.m. Every Month In addition to our regualr sales on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, we will ha ve a Sm te Graded Feeder Cattle Sale - Consignments Welcome. For further information call 364 1666 1 mile east v Marshall on Rl. 55 ®t)e fcappafiannock iietos now offers FAX MACHINE SERVICES To send information: Any U.S. destination $5.00 - first sheet $2.00 - each additional sheet To receive fax information: $4.00 - first sheet $1.00 each additional sheet fttye BappatjannocfeiJetos Main St. Washington, VA. 703/675-3338 Fax:675-3088 E.L. Thompson Mrs. Elizabeth Lyne Thompson, 91, wife of the late Cmdr. Lawrence Thompson, died Dec. 20 at Orange County Nursing Home. She was bom Nov. 11, 1898, at Frascati, Somerset, Va. She was the daughter of the late Mary Peachey Sizer Lyne and H. Oliver Lyne. She was an alumna of Randolph Macon Institute, Danville, and Randolph Macon College, Lynchburg. For a number of years she resided in Charleston, S.C., where she was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church and the Charleston Garden Club. Survivors include two brothers, W.H. Lyne of Culpeper and H. Oliver Lyne Jr. of Orange; and one sister, Nancy Lyne Coleman of Irvington. Memorial services were Dec. 22 at Preddy Funeral Home, Orange, with private interment. The Rev. William W. Nickels officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Graham Cemetery Improvement Committee, 118 W. Main St., Orange, Va. 22960. Michael N. Schade Michael G. Schade John A. Schade Michael Neal Schade, 35, Michael Gustav Schade, 5, and John Alexander Schade, 2, all of Castelton, died Dec. 22 at their residence. Michael Neal Schade was an active member of Culpeper Minute Men and a chapter member of A.B.A.T.E. He was born in Frankfurt, Germany, March 22, 1954. He is survived by his widow, Mary Kearns Schade; his mother and father, John Henry Schade Jr. and Zula Foster Schade, both of Warrenton; two sisters, Nancy Haddad of Jackson, Miss., and Jane Garrigan of Fairfax Station; two brothers, John Henry Schade III of Belton, Texas, and Phillip Foster Schade of Marshall; and a number of nieces. Michael Gustav Schade, born on July 28, 1984, is survived by his mother, Mary Kearns Schade; and his grandparents. John Alexander Schade, born on March 1, 1987, is survived by his mother, Mary Kearns Schade; and his grandparents. Memorial services were Dec. 24 at St. Stephens Episcopal Church. The Rev. Vance Mann officiated. Interment was in the Rose Garden. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Castleton Volunteer Fire Department or Rescue Squad. Clore Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Eva J. Woodward Eva Jenkins Woodward, 86, of Culpeper died Dec. 23 at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. She was a native of Rappahannock County and had lived in Culpeper for many years. Mrs. Woodward was the oldest member of the Bible Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Georgianna Burke Jenkins. Her husband was the late John C. Woodward. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Florence W. Fincham of Boston, Va.; one son-in-law, William Oscar Fincham of Boston; one step-son, Robert Lee Woodard of Culpeper; one daughter-in-law, Cathrine Woodard of Culpeper; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and two great-great-granddaughters. A funeral service was at the Clore Funeral Home chapel Dec. 26, with the Rev. Don McCann and the Rev. Tim D. Atkins officiating. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery. Active pallbearers were H.C. Woodard, Charles R. Woodard, Roger Gough Sr., Raymond Lee Brown, Glenn Cave and Charles Reese. 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Positions W anted Classified Advertising •GENERAL INFORMATION Errors- No adiustment will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value i 'f the advertisement All errors must be reported bv the Monday (5 OOp m ) ♦ollovcmg the date of publication Prepayment is required for some classifications and types of ads Call us for further information AFTER AN AD IS ORDERED It cannot be changed or cancelled after the pasted deadlines for that issue At the time of placing your ad it will be read I back to you for any corrections you may '.cant to make Read your ad carefully the | hist t.me it appears n the paper If it contains an error, or if you uoh to make change call us at once' Your Action Number 675-3338 1 1 1 Antiques G SPERRYV1LLE s ANTIQUE MARKET * Open c Friday - Monday s 10a.m. - 5p.m. • Antiques • Collectibles • Glass ■ • Grandfather Clocks and others (old & new) • Collectible Artwork • Frames ■ We buy, sell and ( take consignments s For information call t 703/987-8050 or 703/987-8180 ! F t li 3 s \ ti ( t t c i ii ChildCare 5 . Wanted ' ~ ; Live-In, Must Have car and valid drivers license. ' Loving non-smoker to care 1 for 31/? year old before and I after pre-school. Call Patrice. 703/349-8144. leave message. m. Farm Equip. 10 and Supplies Agricultural Sprayer 300 gallon tank, 4 cyclinder Wisconsin motor. 6001b pressure, $950 Call after 6pm 703/675-3713. Agricultural Sprayers suitable for agribusiness, orchards, etc. Have two . heavy duty sprayers: #1 500 gal. speed sprayer, comes with its own old farm truck. Asking $995., or best offer Both truck and 1 sprayer run well #2. 100 ' gal. sprayer with booms i $395 or best offer. 703- i 667-0531. Crop Sprayer 100 gallon tank, 3 point hitch, 24 foot boom, $300. Call after 6pm 703/675-3713. 1 creep feeder; 2 round bale feeders; 4 bunk feeders. Call 703/788-4018 Mixed hay for sale Approximately 800 bales. Can deliver $10.00/ bale 703/675-3429 Happy Ads 20 Happiness Is shopping Babyland, Weems Lane Pineville Plaza, Winchester, VA 22601. 703-6651899 Specializing in baby furniture and accessories. '0«t and 41 'ound old bracelet found on dewalk in front of China ing Restaurant on King treet in Leesburg, Dec.21. all 703-777-1280, de;nbe. Misc. for 42 Sale/Rent reft Stove - fireplace inert model FP300, with lower, 31 Vi W x 24Vi H x 7 D . Top flu, $250. Calf afir 4pm 703/364-2925 ormel Gown size 5/6, lack & white ^atin. floor mgth. Worn once. Paid 125, asking $90. Also atin black hairbow & white loves w/bows, $10 for oth Call 703/439-8859 afw6p.m. iot A Campground memership or timeshare? We ll »ke it. America's most sucessful resort resale clearighouse. Call Resort iformation toll free hotline -800-423-5967 Vented: Electric guitar ase Call 703/439-8859 afar 6pm. Vhfte Pine Trees tmissville area - you dig - 11 per ft. Call 03/347-0222 PHOTOGRAPHS Permanent prints of the STAFF PICTURES which appear in the Rappahannock News can be ordered from the News Office. Prices are $15 for 5x7 and $25 for 8x10. 703/675-3349 Miec. 43 Wanted Wanted: Electric guitar ase Call 703/439-8859 af er 6pm — Wanted: John Deere lawn »nd garden tractor, model WO. Used or broken. Will >ay reasonable price. W3/560-1496, after 6p.m. Mobile Homes- 44 Sale/Rent Virginia Mobile Homes jsed homes $1,900 and jp, new homes single, two x three bedroom, double. Ml prices negotiable Looted at Rt.29 Bypass and =0.666 Culpeper, 703/8251446. Main office 9720 Lee Highway Fairfax, VA. ^03/273-5448; Woodbndge ^03/494-1398. Musical Instr. 45 ft Equipment LOHR’S PIANOS "Quality Piano s Pnced Low” Wurlitzer Walter & Weber Radiant, Va 703/672-5388 SALES 4 SERVICE Office 46 Equipment Solid Walnut Desk and Credenza 36X72, very good condition, $225: Call 703-837-2328 after 7pm during weekdays. Personals 47 American retirement homes. $800-$2400 includes room, board, utilities, 24 hour nurse assisted ambulatory/ non-ambulatory care. Charlottesville. Lexington, Norfolk, Clifton Forge, Emporia, Danville. South Hill, Tappahannock 1-800-999-6637 Convalescent Aids Walkers, hospital beds, commodes, etc Loaned tree of charge for as long as needed by anyone in Rapp County 703/987-8248, 703/675-3785, 703/937-5686 or 703/675-3602 Pets 50 German Shepherd Pups. Import parents. Sire: LG der Radsieksbeeke SchH 2 $350-$600 703/6753978. Lost: Pet Registry Call 703/987-8045, leave message Rentals- 60 Apartments Marshall - 3 bedroom upstairs apartment. Large living room, large live-in kitchen, all utilities furnished $600- month. Call 703/364-3275 evenings only CLASSIFIED ORDER BLANK Name_ Address_ City-State. ClassificationCopy_ .Zip. To run:. .weeks. $2 charge per week for mailing box number replies. MAIL TO: The Rappahannock News F.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 Attn: Classified Adv. Dept. • RATES (per insertion) Classified Word Ad: 20 words (or less) .$4.85 15c each additional word Classified Display: Per column inch.$5.90 Tributes & Thanks: $7.00 minimum ($3.50/ inch) Rentals- 62 Houses Maplane - 3 bedroom stone farm house, central heat, easy access to 1-66, $800 month. Call 703/3642295 days; 703/937-4461 evenings Flint Hill - 2 story, 2 bedrooms, 3 years old. High quality thourout. Porcn, view, garden. 3 person maximum. No pets $475. 301/589-5882. For Rent: 3 bedroom house with or without 3 stall horse barn and pasture Call 703/439-8125.' Unique Opportunity. Large furnished modern home and 30 acres on Rappahannock River in Amissville Share house with weekend owners. Greenhouse, deck, laundry, many extras. Outdoor pets welcome Deposit and references required 703/937-4744, leave message Single, $250/ month, coupte-, $450/ month. Rentals- 66 Wanted Professional male with pet, non-smoker/ drinker. Seeks farm house with land to rent or care for with a 3 month minimum. 20-25 miles from Washington, Va. Will arrive January 15th and wants to move in as soon as possible. Leave message for Larry at The Inn at Little Washington, 703/675-3800. Roommates- 70 Wanted/Available Unique Opportunity. Large furnished modern home and 30 acres on Rappahannock River in Amissville Share house with weekend owners. Greenhouse, deck, laundry, many extras Outdoor pets welcome. Deposit and references required 703/937-4744, leave message. Single. $250/ month, couple, $450/ month Services - Business 71 I Services- 71 Business Carpentry - remodeling. Additions Sun decks. Repairs. Free estimates. 703/636-6599 or 703/6354517. Furniture reflnishlng. Pickup and delivery. Call 703/636-6599 or 703/6354517. Going Away? Protect your home Housesitting available by the day or week. Reasonable rates. References available upon request Call 703/347-9019 after 6p.m. and weekends. Old Black and white photos copied, reasonable prices. Hand-coloring available. Cindy Mahan, 703675-3837. Tree Stumps Removed —• Neat and reasonable. By Stump Jumper, 703-7772349. PIANO TUNING: Work guaranteed 30 years fall time Warren Emerson Dennis Call collect, Amissvtlle, Va. (703) 937-5857 PULLEN’S ELECTRICAL A PLUMBING State Licensed New & Old Work Pump Installation Free Estimates on New Work 703-675-3249 GORE'S ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING Electrical Services Sales 6- Appliances Repairs 24 Hour Emergency Service State Licensed 703/987-8748 Elegant & Affordable Custom Crafted Quality Homes by Continental & T.G. Taylor Construction Model home in Spenyville 703/987-8043 PC’s \ot Right? Call , ON-SITE for Computers and Printers • Custom Systems and DeriDherals - below retail •Repairs at your location • Service on most systems • 6 hour response time • Preventative maintenance contracts available Mon. - Fri. 8-6 (703) 937-2165^ Thomas M. Mountjoy, Inc. Builder of fine quality homes. Will build on your lot or ours. Many house plans available or bring your own. Also do major renovations and additions. Class A contractor's license. Call 703/439-2085, 8a.m.-4p.m. 703/364-3038 after 6p.m. Over lOyears Experience Rt.1, Box 94,Remington, VA 22734 Z\je fcappaftannocfe iletus now offers FAX MACHINE SERVICES (Any U.S. Destination) To send information: $5.00- first page $2.00- each additional page To receive information: $4.00- first page $1.00- each additional page &t)e fcappatjannocfe 32 etas Main St., Washington, VA. 703/675-3338 Facsimilie: 703/675-3088 Service*- 71 Business i RAPPAHANNOCK BUSINESS SOLUTIONS Payroll, bookkeeping, related services 703-937-3000 ©tbe aouine Siueeps Experienced and Fully Insured Modem Equipment Chimney 0U> .fartnonrt Atrtart BRUCE VIERLING 703/675-3508 Services 72 Farm Loading problems? Any horse humanely trained to load into a van or trailer. Red Revelle 703/6720724 Services- 73 Home Improvement Remodeling Repairs, home improvements, shopwork. References. Licensed and insured. Phase II Construction. 703/3991628 anytime. Sanding & refinishing hardwood floors. Reasonable rates. Call Roger 703/635-2558 Wood scapes. Custom decks, wooden retaining walls, walkways, patios and terraces. Free estimates and extensive portfolio. Licensed and insured. Call 703/439-1476. B fit B BUILDERS OF VIRGINIA, INC. Specializing in decks, additions & remodeling 18 years experience No job too small Call after 8p.m., 703/937-8280 D&H CONSTRICTION Licensed & Bonded •New Homes, Additions •Remodeling, Siding •Decks, Garages Our reputation Is growing Grom quality work. 26 years experience Call Hank 708/409-4069 GOLDEN BOUGH BUILDERS Home Improvements Additions • Kitchens Decks • Bathrooms •Garages Custom Finish Work Bonded & Insured Call 703/937-4102 Tributes 77 THANK YOU Thank God for family and friends like you, for your prayers, cards, flowers, phone calls, visits, gifts and whatever you have done and are still doing to show kindness and concern and love for Dot, the girls and me duhna my illness. We ask for your continued prayers. May God richly bless you all. Howard H. Butler Business 78 Notices NOTICE Advertising published in this newspaper is accepted with the understanding that it will meet the criteria of the standards of a family newspaper. Advertising is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services as offered are accurately described and are available to customers at the adver- l Used price. Advertising that does not conform to these standards, or , that is deceptive or misleading is never knowingly accepted. If any reader encounters non-compliance with these standards, we ask that you inform us. Positively No Hunting or Treepassing on the following properties. Intersection at Scrabble down Old Butler Mill Rd„ all the way to creek and 1,000 ft. to the left Tim & Laura Thomasson Jeff & Tammy Ehrhart ★★★ Mountain Green Farm George Sharp Washington, VA 22747 ★ ★★ Kaywood Massies Comer Hickerson Mountain Col. D C. Knuepfer ★★★ John Pullen Gid Brown Hollow Route 614 Washington, VA ★ ★★ Points-of-View Farm Flint Hill and all land belonging to Patricia Saltonstall James and Nancy Thomasson Route 615 Bounded by Jonathan Run and Blackwater Creek ★ ★★ Sutton House Too Slate Mills Road nuuie /u/ Scott & Kathy Sutton ★ ★★ Mt Prospect Farm Mr. & Mrs. Stewart Willis Washington, VA ★ ★★ Tom & Joanne Tepper Rt 680 Bounded by Jonathan Run and Blackwater Creek ★★★ Tranquility Rt. 211, West Sperryville %*★ Old Coughlin Place Wendy Roqers Rt 607 Woodville ★ ★ ★ Jenkins Mountain Jim Combs & Jim Simmons Route 622 Sycamore Hill House & Gardens Stephen & Kerri Wagner Entire Mountain Rt. 683 & 211 Washington For the year gone by, and the one that's new This wish rings true —the whole year through! Winter, spring, summer, fall —All the best to you! ftappafjannock J2cto3 HAPPY NEW YEAR! There will be Early Classified Deadlines for the next issue (Jan. 4) of the Rappahannock news Friday/Dec. 29: 3:00 Classified Combos Cj (Closed Monday, Jan. 1) Normal Tuesday Deadlines Legal Notices 80 TRUSTEE'S SALE OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE ON JANUARY 17,1990 at 11:00 AM In execution of a certain deed of trust from Thomas R. Starks. Sr. and Lizzie Starks to Douglas K. Baumgardner, Trustee, dated January 28, 1982 and recorded among the land records in the Clerks Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County in Deed Book 140 at page 666; default having been made in the payment of the debt therein secured and being required to do so by the noteholder, the undersigned Trustee, after giving fourteen (14) days notice to the owner of the real estate of the date, time, place and terms of sale, will offer for sale the real estate with improvements thereon situa t e d in Ha m p t o n Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia on January 17, 1990 at 11:00 AM at the front door of the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia. All of the following described tract or parcel of land, together with all buildings and improvements thereon and privileges and appurtenances therewith connected, situate, lying and wiiy mi iiaiutsiuii mayisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, and bounded and described as follows, to-wit: TRACT #1: ". . . a lot or parcel of land located about 3 miles south of Washington, Virginia, and it being a part of his purchase of Jacob L. williams and bounded as follows by a survey made by J. E. Sutphin, Surveyor; Beginning at a point in the road leading from the pike to Rock Mills, thence with said road S 53 E 362 feet to a point in road opposite a large rock thence leaving said road N 62-1/4 E 657.5 feet to a point in a stone wall nine feet from the comer of James Timbers at the end of a stone wall, thence with stone wall N 1 E 11.58 chains to a stone in a stone wall thence N 881/2 W 2.93 chains to a stone N 78-1/2 W 9.40 chains to a stone in a stone wall a corner to Stark, thence with his line S 4 W 15.25 chains to the beginning containing 19.1 Acres." This is the same and identical tract or parcel of land acquired by the said Thomas R. Starks, from Theo. Smith and Elizabeth A. Smith, his wife, by deed dated January 21, 1920, and recorded February 18, 1920, in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, in Deed book 29, at Page 481. LESS AND EXCEPT the following conveyances therefrom theretofore made by the Grantor under said deed of trust: (A) A conveyance to Hattie May Ward, by deed dated August 5, 1961, and recorded August 7,1961 in the aforesaid Clerk's Office in Deed Book 75, at page (B) A conveyance to James Starks and Mary Starks, husband and wife, by deed dated February 15, 1965, and recorded March 11, 1965 in the aforesaid Clerk's Office in Deed Book 83, at page 69. TRACT #2: All of that certain tract or parcel of land lying and being situate in Hampton Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, containing 311/4 acres, more or less, and being that same land conveyed to Thomas Starks, by deed of Henry Timbers, et ux, dated March 15, 1946 and recorded in Deed Book 46 at Page 358 of the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. Reference is hereby made to the aforesaid deeds and to the references therein contained for a more complete and accurate description of the tract or parcel of land thereby conveyed. Information as to the status of record title and the improvements on the above described real property and all documents available to the Trustee may be examined by prospective purchasers at the office of the Trustee on Monday through Friday, inclusive, on each day (exclusive of legal holidays) betwen 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Inquiries may be made by telephone and requested information will be provided by mail. A deposit of ten per cent of the succesful bid (cash or certified or cashier s check) will be required of the successful bidder at the time of sale with the balance due at settlement, which shall be held on or before thirty (30) days from the date of sale Time shall be of the essence with respect to settlement. The deposit shall be applied to the credit of the successful bidder at settlement; or in the event of a failure to complete settlement, within thirty (30) days after the date of the sale, in accordance with the terms of sale, the deposit shall be forfeited and applied to the costs of sale, and the property shall be resold at the cost and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be in cash or its equivalent at the time of settlement. The subject property ana rne improvements thereon shall be sold in “as is" condition without warranties of any kind. Real estate taxes shall be adjusted as of the date of sale. The conveyance shall be by Special Warranty and the Grantor's tax and cost of preparing the deed shall be the expense of Seller Examination of title, other recording charges, notary fees, and settlement fees will be at the cost of the purchaser. The Trustee reserves the right (i) to extend the penod of time within which the purchaser is to make full settlement; (ii) to withdraw the properly from sale at any time prior to the termination of the bidder; (iii) to keep the bidding open for any length of time; and, (iv) to postpone or set over the date of sale. In the event the Trustee deems it best for any reason at the time of sale to postpone or continue this sale from time to time, such notices of postponement or setting over will be in a manner deemed reasonable by the Trustee. DOUGLAS K. BAUMGARDNER. TRUSTEE FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Douglas K. Baumgardner, Trustee P.O. Box 270 Washington, Virginia 22747 (703) 675-3617 BILL PAYNE Auctioneer Certified Virginia Auctioneer #914 RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS PURSUANT to Section 12.1-10 of the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance and Section 15.1431 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Rappahannock County, Virginia will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 3, 1990, at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia to consider the following applications): Amended RE-Zoning #89-10-03 Mr. Emiel K. Smet, Rt. 1 Box 60, Amissville, VA 22002, desires to re-zone his property, located on Route 642 in Amissville, VA, tax Map 44, Parcel 4, containing approximately 120.79 acres, from 'A" Agricultural to ”RR' Rural Residential. Amendment allowed under 12.2-2 of the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance. Proposed subdivision development would include limitations on subdivision lot size, access, use, etc. Legal 80 Notices A COPY of the foregoing application (s) is on file at the Rappahannock County Zoning and Administration Office and available for public inspection Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The above named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties wishing to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, P.O. Box 22, Washington, VA 22727022 in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator Real Estate- 83 For Sale Home* of quality - built on your lot, brick, cedar or vinyl ranchers, 2 stories & Capes starting as low as $37,200. No down payment required, excellent financing. Free color brochures. Call toll free Richmond 1-800-4687310; Fredericksburg 1-800-468-7320; Harrisonburg 1-800-468-7330. Leeds Square Condo 3 bdrm, 2'/2 baths, full basement, best buy in Leeds Square, $109,000. Call 703/347-2539 or 703/3472062 evenings. Madison County - Brightwood. Restored 3 bedroom Cape Cod Formal dining room, country kitchen, pantry and living room on 3 + fenced acres with barn. $89,950. Owner/ agent 703/347-4597. Nationwide Modular Homes Wholesale. Immediate delivery. Norwood Construction Inc. Call 703/788-4570. Vehicles 84 For Sale Camaro, 1975 auto, V8, runs good, $1195. Call 703/364-3188 or 368-3071 Chevrolet pickup, 1971, 350, Sharp - new paint, good tires, Cragars, good motor, excellent condition $2,500/ negotiable. Call 703/825-4287 or 703/8255427 after 7p.m. Honda Civic, 1983, front wheel drive, 4 door sedan excellent condition inside and out, new tires, 5 speed air conditioning, AM/FM cassette, does great in snow, $2,200/ negotiable 703/364-3446, leave message. Mllltaiy Jaap; M38A1 1969. Only 38,000 miles in running condition. Easy to rebuild Many spare parts 2 sets of wheels. $1 500 firm, obo. 703/987-8736 after 6p.m. Nova, 1974, new seats new carpet. Call 703/9873116 after 5p.m. for more information. VW Rabbit, 1976, $300 Also, 1973 VW Station** gon, $600. 703/347-0322 or 703/987-3174.

employment opportunities Cooper Motor Lines Tired of late pay, no pay, no miles, dishonesty and old, poorly maintained equipment? We have openings for DOT qualified OTR drivers with one year verifiable experience Call us. We can help, 1-804232-1088 Commercial Electrician Positions available, minimum 6 years experience required for Centreville Manassas and Leesburg areas. Excellent benefits including medical, dental, sick leave and paid vacation. Advancement opportunities. Call 703/591 -5545 EOE Entry Level Electrician ! Helper and with 1-2 years experience positions available for permanent, year round residential and commercial work in Northern Virginia areas Excellent benefits available including medical, dental, sick leave and paid vacation. Advancement opportunities On the job training and «* state apprentiship traininq available Call 703/5915545 EOE Grounds Superintendent for small country club in Boyce, Virginia Salary based on knowledge and experience. Send resume to: P.O Box 172, Boyce Virginia 22620 International Organization Seeks Community Coordinators to find and supervise host homes for foreign high school students Supplemental income Lou;is Holmes, 804/481-4604 Lineman to do telephone line work in the Leesburg, Va area. Must have own tools and transportation. Experience required. Excellent wages, immediate smployment. Woodlawn Construction Co., 703/3595190 after 7 pm 703/3397727:804/798-3214 OTR Drivers - Hornady Truck Line requires 1 year experience, 23 years of age. Start: 23 cents - 26 cents/ mile based on experience. Excellent benefits Conventional/ Cabovers 1 -800/343-7889. Receptionist for physicians office needed in Warrenton. Afternoons and some evenings. 30-40 hours per week Call 703/347-7531 Truck Drivers — Tandem dump truck experience, $10 00 per hour. Must be DOT certified. Bring current driving record to: J.B Shotwell & Son, Inc., 1106 Sterling Road, Sterling, VA (703)450-2340 Positions 94 Wanted would like to do general lousecleaning for you reekly/ bi-weekly Please all 703/987-9061, if not ome leave message. FAX US YOUR AD It’s Fast • It’s Easy Available 24 hours a day. 875-3088 Please nclude your name, address & phone number where you can be reached during the day. All ads will be verified prior to publication. We must receive your ad before deadline to appear in c urrent issue. For personal assistance from a Classified Advisor call 703/675-3349 Monday -Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm Ifre ftappafjannocb Jfctog Vehicles 84 For Sale INTERNATIONAL AUTOPEN CO. is seeking individuals for its manufactunng and NA TIONWIDE service department based in Sterling. VA REQUIREMENTS • desire to travel plane, train, etc • car. etc • good work habits • mechanical ability Autopen offers • Blue Cross/Blue Shield • Paid Vacation • Salary based on ability + and motivation International Autopen Co. 1329 Shepard Drive Starting, VA 22170 Driver/Field Service Representative Local concrete pipe manufacturing company is seeking a motivated individual to handle small-deliveries and service calls for our customers in No. Va. Successful candidate will operate straight body truck, assist contractors with product installation and provide any necessary repair work. Good pay, excellent benefits Please send resume to: Concrete Pipe and Products Co. Inc. 7816 Bethlehem Rd Manassas, VA. 22110 E.O.E. Sheet Metal Mechanic 2 to 4 years experience, should be proficient in: • blueprint reading • use of hand tools • shear • punch and press brake. CNC punch experience helpful. Kelmar Inc. Midland Va. 703/439-8952. Now accepting applications for JERRY'S SUBS AND PIZZA OPENING SOON. Full and part time employment available. Inquire at 703/349-2735. DISPATCHER FOR CONCRETE PLANT Manassas Va. Experience only. Good pay and benefits Apply at: Centreville Concrete Corporation 7310 Old Compton Road _ Manassas, VA 22110 703/830-5730 703/361-7338 Still Has A Few 1989 Model Cars in stock. These Models Will Be On Sale At A Special Price For a LIMITED TIME ONLY! Starting Wednesday, Nov. 15 and Running Thru Dec. 31st All Remaining 1989 Ford Cars In Stock Will Be Sold At Only 7500 Over Dealer Invoice!!! Don't Delay! Take Advantage Of This Special Sale While The Selection Is Good. 1989 Models Remaining -4 Mustangs, 8 Tempos, 7 Festivas, 3 Escorts and 4 Aerostar Wagons LURAY MOTOR CO 26 N. Broad Street Luray, VA 22835 Hours 7-7 Mon. Thru Fri. 8-3 Sat. HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR B -15177 WARRENTON RESIDENCY Our Marshall area headquarters is looking for a qualified individual to operate and maintain medium - duty highway equipment such as trucks, loaders, graders, dozers, tractors and backhoes, to remove snow and construct, repair and maintain roads and their surrounding right of way. The successful applicant will have the ability to operate medium - duty highway equipment, perform heavy manual labor, complete reports, instruct others, and perform preventive and minor maintenance on equipment. Valid Va. operators license is required. Commercial drivers license (CDL) or Chauffeurs license is preferred CDL must be obtained before completion of 6 month probationary period Salary: $14,332 to $19,578 with excellent benefits HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR A -12903 The Warrenton residency is seeking a qualified indivudal to inspect assigned phases of highway and related structure construction and maintenance projects. Will also inspect and test materials, advise contractors on their acceptability and placement, and perform other related duties. The successful applicant will have the knowledge of highway construction, inspection techniques, methods, procedures, construction terms and symbols,- and the ability to interpret contracts, special provisions, plans and specifications, use engineering field equipment, record data clearly and concisely, interpret and prepare reports, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and perform basic mathematic and geometric calculations. Applicants will be considered for the position at the level of Construction Inspector Trainee if the qualified applicant pool for Construction Inspector A is insufficient. A trainee must have knowledge of basic mathematics including geometry and the ability to record data clearly and concisely, read and interpret instructional and technical manuals and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. The position requires the willingness to work adjusted schedules and overtime hours. Some work may be required in the vicinity of devices emitting low level ionization radiation. Salary: $17,125 - $23,391, Inspector A; $13,709 - 17,125 - Inspector Trainee with excellent benefits. HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR B- 094R3 The Warrenton residency is seekins a qualified individual to independently inspect all assignsed phases of highway and related structure construction and maintenance projects Will also prepare and review related reports and records, supervise and coordinate the work of other inspectors and perform other related duties The successful applicant will have knowledge of highway construction inspection techniques, methods, procedures, construction terms and symbols, and roadway plans. Requires the ability to assign and evaluate the work of other inspectors, manage total contract projects to satisfactory completion; interpret contracts, special provisions, plans, and specifications, use engineering field equipment, record data clearly and concisely, interpret and prepare reports, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and perform basic mathematic and geometric calculations Requires willingness to work adjusted schedules and overtime hours. Some work may be required in the vicinity of devices emitting low level ionization radiation. Salary: $18,723 - $25,572 with excellent benefits. If your training and or experience make you a qualified candidate, submit a Va. State Application to; Human Resources, Va Dept of Transportation, P.O. Box 671, Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Applications must be received by 5p.m. on Friday, January 12,1990. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MINORITIES AND WOMEN ARE _ ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Caretaker Wanted Middle aged/ early retired couple, no children. Permanent position- yard duties on country estate near Warrenton. Must work machinery. Modem 4 room apartment + salary. Call 703/937-5534 HOUSEKEEPER (FullTime) Earn the best pay in the 3 county area while working in a luxury inn. You must be reliable with references. Prior hotel experience not essential. Benefits. Flexible Hours. The Inn at Washington, VA 1-800-535-3510 FAUQUIER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Electrician Full time, maintenance department. Salaries commensurate with pay scale plus all frinse benefits afforded personnel of the Fauquier County School Board ★★★★★★★★★★★★ Apply tO: Fauquier County Public Schools Attn: Personnel Department 10 Hotel Street Warrenton, VA 22186 (703) 347-8612 Top-rated Career for the ‘90 s INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES The Mutual of Omaha Companies offer: • Open-end income potential including Agent Career Development Financing Program • Complete training, including expense-paid trip to our Sales Institute • Tuition assistance for professional designation courses (CLU, RHU, CFP, etc I • Plenty of prospects and a proves sales system People need and want our complete and modem line of Total Income Protection products and services INSURANCE- Medical Protection. Life Insur ance Disability Coverage, Long-Term Care. 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Citizen Continued from page 1 minded and wants what is best for the county.” His integrity, Judge Snead continued, has set a standard against which all other members of the Bar Association may be judged. “I have had the opportunity to work with Jim Bill both as a lawyer and as a judge and can tell you I have always found his conduct to be exemplary.” When Mr. Fletcher takes a case. Judge Snead said, “He follows through. It doesn’t matter if he’s appointed — he has done a lot without compensation, or for very little.” Mr. Miller also praised Mr. Fletcher’s integrity, calling him “a source of honest and competent advice for as long as I can remember — both inside and outside his law practice.” As a trusted barrister, tiebreaker for the county’s Board of Supervisors, and its commissioner of accounts, Mr. Miller said, “He has been entrusted with more confidential information than anyone else in this county by a large amount — and it always stayed confidential.” Aside from his legal practice, Mr. Fletcher has willingly offered assistance to his neighbors. Whether lending a hand to fix plumbing or machinery, or writing a letter of recommendation for a young scholar seeking entrance to school, Mr. Fletcher is always willing to help. "He is a person who wants to help others in any way he can,” Judge Snead said. “Jim Bill has always kept a very low profile in helping people,” Mr. Miller added. “When people were in trouble or down on their luck, and they turned to Jim Bill, they trusted him and he helped them. It went far beyond the practice of law.” Aside from his legal practice and political interests, Mr. Fletcher also still runs the cattle business at his Thornton Hill Farm outside Sperry - ville. He served as Master of Foxhounds for the Rappahannock Hunt for 30 years and was one of the principals responsible for the Hunt gaining a reputation throughout the foxhunting world as the hardest-riding anywhere. When you rode with Rappahannock, veteran foxhunters knew, you came prepared for a real workout. Mr. Fletcher’s interests extend to flying and motorcycling as well. He got his pilot’s license while still a student at law school and keeps a Cessna at the grass airstrip on the familv’s Montpelier farm in the F.T. Valley. For many years he rode off-road bikes as well as horses, inviting friends to ride the trails across the fields and woods in the F.T. Valley. He has given up dirt bikes and horses but still organizes motorcycle rides for a group of friends from Rappahannock and surrounding counties. And when the group gathers, Mr. Fletcher still takes off in front, leading the pack on his Honda 750. Mr. Fletcher’s devotion also extends to his family, Judge Snead said, and his five children attended the dedication ceremony. Two of his children. James W. Fletcher III and Mildred Fletcher Slater, followed him into the legal profession. The younger Fletcher is president of the Rappahannock County Bar Association, and Mrs. Slater has her practice in Upperville. The two unveiled their father’s portrait at the dedication. “When one has practiced law for 50 years, he should be recognized for that alone,” Judge Snead said at the dedication ceremony. “But when he has practiced for that length of time with honor and distinction, he deserves a special recognition.” Doug Baumgardner, representing the county's Bar Association, presented a resolution honoring Mr. Fletcher. Mr. Baumgardner noted that Mr. Fletcher is “universally recognized as one of Virginia’s leading citizens ... is a man of integrity, principle and professional conduct and provides an inspiration to other attorneys, and in particular, to the younger members of the Bar Association of Rappahannock County.” Everyone who know’s Mr. Fletcher is familiar with his disdain for publicity. Mr. Miller called him “a private man,” and Judge Snead remembered that Mr. Fletcher first declined to be involved in any tribute to his 50 years of legal practice. “He cooperated after his colleagues told him they were going to do something to acknowledge his contribution to the profession, whether he agreed or not." Mr. Fletcher would certainly decline a nomination as Citizen of the Year as well. However, through his contributions to his community and his profession, he has earned that honor too. Boundary Continued from page 1 Ordinance and appoint an Architectural Review Board to oversee building in those areas. Mr. Luke told the supervisors, “My sense was that this board is not wild about creating an ARB. It seemed to be a sticking point, and it would be very cumbersome to do this by concurrent zoning amendments.” They also considered simply declaring that when the town boundary divided a property it created two lots, but they were concerned that that approach could also be applied to parcels cut by the boundary between Rappahannock and Culpeper counties and that it would create many non-conforming lots. The three finally agreed that the best approach would be to allow the towm boundaries to be extended to take in small parts of parcels left in the county by the creation of the current town-county boundary in 1984. Only parcels that were lots of record at the time of that survey are eligible. To have a parcel considered for being added to the town, the landowner must present a survey of the property, showing how7 it is divided by the line, how much land is in the town and how much is in the county. The landowner must also certify that the parcel was a lot of record on Oct. 1, 1984. This documentation must be filed with Mr. McCarthy’s office by March 1, 1990. After March 1, the towm and county will hold a public hearing to consider changing the boundary, and if-they agree to make the changes, they will petition the Circuit Court to approve the boundary7 adjustments. “I think this is a solid, good plan. There would be no cost to the town or county. The applicant would have the cost of the survey,” Mr. Luke said. “I think it’s a good piece of work,” Hampton District representative Mike Massie said, “We’ve been beating our heads against the wall for a year or two on this.” Mr. Massie’s motion to approve the resolution passed unanimously. Fire Continued from page 1 from his home. The house was completely destroyed, Sheriff Woodward said, and the only recourse for the fire companies was to cool the ashes enough to allow firefighters to search and recover the bodies. On Friday, as the ashes still smouldered. Sheriff Woodward and two insurance adjustors from the Virginia Farm Bureau combed the ruins, but found no further clues to the fire’s origin. Little remained of the house except the block foundation, the chimney and the floor of one bedroom. Charred appliances, a stereo and the stump of the Christmas tree lay amidst the ashes. According to Marie Davis of the county’s Social Services Department, the department plans to act as the liasion between community members and Mrs. Schade, who is staying with her sister in Culpeper County. Mrs. Davis suggested that anyone who has clothing, household items or other things which might be useful should call the department (675-3313) with the information. Social Services will then contact Mrs. Schade to see if she needs the items. Mrs. Schade wears size 10-11 dresses, and size 6 1/2 shoes. Mrs. Davis added that cash donations will also be welcomed, and may be sent through the Social Services Department, P.O. Box 87, Washington, Va. 22747. 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(703)349 8247 Warrenton, VA. 3 pffpq R4441 Ww C47P uuzn cnn cun rrrm hi Top ten Continued from page 5 Development Though there were no particularly startling stories about development within the county this year, the pressures of the sprawling Northern Virginia suburbs continue to edge into Rappahannock County. To our east, opponents of the huge South Wales development off Rt. 229 in Jeffersonton have challenged its water-discharge permit in court. And Fauquier County continues to grapple with development pressures, the most recent being a proposal for a massive residential and commercial area on the outskirts of Warrenton which would nearly double the size of the county seat. In Rappahannock County, the requests for subdivision are much smaller in scale, but in a sparsely populated rural area the potential for impact remains great. As the year ends, two such requests are pending, both of which will likely provide some indicator of the direction the county intends to go with regards to development. The Smet subdivision, on the Scenic beauty a roadblock ? By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock New* Staff Writer The county’s Planning Commission is pondering how to prevent the subdivision of agricultural land from resulting in a house on every hilltop. The issue arose when Philip Mitchell applied for a special exception to subdivide his 193-acre tract of agricultural land, the former Cooksey farm near Ben Venue, into seven lots, each at least 25 acres. Such subdivision is allowed under the current ordinance. The special exception is needed because more than three lots would be created from a parcel of record in 1973. One of the standards w hich the Planning Commission, as a recommending body, and the Board of Supervisors, which will be responsible for granting the special exception, can consider says: “The board shall take into account any scenic and-or historic resources that would be impacted by the development and may require that adverse impacts be mitigated.” One of the standards for evaluating the impact states: “Site improvements, including streets, lots and building locations, shall take advantage of topography so as to mitigate adverse visual impacts and maintain, to the extent possible, the scenic qualities and-or historic resources.” County administrator John McCarthy told the planners he w as concerned that building houses on this property “could tragically damage one ofthe more spectacular views in the county.” He said that the view from U.S. 211 would be affected, but the view when approaching Ben Venue from Route 729 would be even more affected. McCarthy told Mitchell that he should indicate the house sites on each lot, and when Mitchell presented his plan for the subdivision to the Planning Commission Dec. 20, it showed a primary and secondary house site for each lot. Mitchell said he wants to subdivide for his five children, giving each one a lot and keeping two for himself. He said that he had selected the house sites for the views they offered. McCarthy said, “It is going to be difficult for the Planning Commission to make the finding that this is not going to impact the scenic resources.” southeastern edge of Amissville, would redefine the boundaries of that village, and a request to subdivide the Cooksey farm off Route 729 just north of Ben Venue may change the character of that agricultural acreage, as well as the surrounding properties. The Board of Supervisors has not yet decided on the Smets’ request for a rezoning, and the Planning Commission requested more information on the Cooksey subdivision. 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If you’re going to get the view, you’re also going to get the wind.” Massie pointed out that the new zoning ordinance would allow Mitchell to instead cut off six five-acre lots. “We’re trying to encourage that,” he said. “By dividing it into 25-acre lots, you take away the chance to farm.” “I don’t want a lot of five-acre lots around me,” Mitchell said. “I have no desire for the lots to be less than 25 acres.” “If you cut it up like this, there can be no further division of this property,” Krebser said. “You will spoil the neighborhood and the property.” Neighboring landowner Patricia Saltonstall pointed out that she had a deeded right-of-way through the property that was not shown on the subdivision plat. She said that her right-of-way is dangerous and the entrances to U.S. 211 “are all junky kinds of entrances. Now is the time to correct it.” McCarthy told the planners that the Virginia Department of Transportation has not yet given approval to the proposed road for the subdivision. Planning Commission members suggested that Mitchell get together with Mrs. Saltonstall and highway department personnel, to try to resolve the problems of highway entrances. “The siting of the house going up now is just terrible,” Mrs. Saltonstall said. “I hope there is not going to be a house on every hillock. I’ve been wanting to take a picture of the land and put it in the paper with a house drawn on every hill.” She suggested that Mitchell use consultant Meade Palmer of Warrenton in locating the houses on the land. “The land looks so bare because the Cookseys took all the wood off it,” she said. She said many people had asked her why she hadn’t built a house for herself on the mountain. “I walk up on the mounr 1 HOLIDAY DEADLINES Issue of Jan. 4 Combo ads Friday 3 p.m. Combo real estate Thursday 4 p.m. Rapp. News only ads and classifieds Tuesday, 12 noon ****** .... The Rappahannock News office will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1. r she tain and enjoy the views,” added. Flint Hill resident Phil Irwin, noting that he was a long-time opponent of any type of subdivision, said, “Here we go again, and there’s not one word about proffers." Planning Commission members pointed out that Mitchell was not requesting rezoning, and therefore proffers didn't come into play. “Well, we need to work on proffers and on ridge-top development,’ Irwin said. “Outside light makes them look like flying saucers.” “I came here for the view,’ Mitchell said. He told the planners that the new house he is building on the property was designed to take advantage of the view. “It’s only one story high,” he said. “And I plan landscaping to screen it so it is not objectionable.” Paul Johnson, a civil engineer who helped Mitchell design his subdivision, said, “It is difficult to design house sitings without knowing what type of houses will be built. If you drive around the county, you see that everyone has exercised his right to design the kind of house he wants. You’re trying to restrict this so much for the good of all, but they also have the right to a certain reasonable use of the land.” “This might not seem like a major subdivision to you, but it is a major subdivision for Rappahannock County,” McCarthy said. “No one is suggesting that Mr. Mitchell is not going to get his subdivision, but he might have to scale it back some. I wouldn’t recommend it the way it is.” The planners tabled the specialexception request until the January meeting. They suggested that in the meantime Mitchell submit an erosion-and-sedimentation-control plan for the road he is planning to build; consult with Mrs. Saltonstall and the highway department about entrances on U.S. 211; show how much of the land has slopes in excess of 25 percent, since he might not be entitled to seven lots if a significant portion of the land is steep and show other house sites that might have less impact on the view of the property. 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