Rappahannock News, December 15, 1993

PAH) CIRCULATION NOW '•!> 2,950 >; r • SublKtto ABC Audi ' RAPPAHANNOCK HOUS^OLOS^. v.. li ■ 2,722, ->■» 'i 1 " S<4? SERIAL SECT. iiTH 6. CAPITOL liOO CAPITOL ST RICHMOND, VA 23219 Yz s. •itiAJM ■ o: 'Zt&'-i: * v I i ' ' fgfek t ~ii r<lttf ;vi» „..Frrru~t~T— -3> V' ’%.pft1 vf..— -\ '^afwsoanfr JSi -ft tt *t.tr-'-it” ff,. & »nce^ fflv-5 &S,S‘!vs«j!EB JmS, Wnfi f/" -r, ’ . V ice?/ :-Jr • //f,-. 4,f / 45th Year, No. 50 16 pages Bureau of circulation WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1993 Washington, Virginia Phone 67&&330 50 rpnts Local Ballerinas Ruthie Oyster, Morgan Roach, Ryan Roach, Caitlin McCarthy, Allison Antony and Amanda Milletwere Russian Rappahannock Ncvss Stalt Photo C‘in*.i> Mahan dancers in the Northern Virginia Academy of Ballet production of The Nutcracker last Sunday. Schools Will Add Full Administrator By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer The School Board agreed Tuesday night that the administrative position held by Richard Smith needs to become permanent if funds are available. Mr. Smith switched from teaching to administration this year. At first his position was supposed to be part time as an administrator and part time as a teacher. The parttime administrative position was created to free up time for Assistant Superintendent Robert Chappell to serve as “clerk of the works” for the construction involved in the elementary school addition. Because of problems that became apparent when a roofing repair project at. the elementary school last spring caused fumes that resulted in the school being evacuated and several children being transported to local hospital emergency rooms, Mr. Smith was also assigned responsibility for developing policies to deal with various environmental, health and safety issues. Developing and implementing those policies has become almost full-time work for him. At Tuesday’s meeting Superintendent David Gangel said he would like to centralize responsibility for maintenance under Mr. Smith, with custodians reporting to him rather than building principals, but only if the board would agree to make the position permanent. He said that the additional cost over this year’s budget would be about $11,000. “I don’t think we have any choice,” Piedmont District representative Franees Thornton said. Wakefield District representative Paul Nichols agreed. “It’s not a one shot deal,” he said. “It is continuous. He has to maintain an inventory and recognize the toxicity of the products. ” Hampton District representative Bryant Lee was reluctant to make the position permanent. “The biggest portion on the policies will be done by a certain point. I hate to see us spend the money when we don’t have a lot of money.” “When you take that tour, you’ll understand,” Mrs. Thornton said, referring to a tour of safety problems uncovered by a voluntary audit of safety at the elementary’ school. Board Chairman Beverly Massie said, “I understand Mr. Lee’s concern. I have concerns like that too, but after going through the building and knowing what the government is doing...There is a liability issue of serving on any board. When we are liable for what we do and what we See Schools, Page A-8 Old Rag Bulletins »r* .»Ch rtmas~Ba s kets - > ?ffice mana£er Marie Davis at the " dtizenSofo^eftSSy'rh™"'18 famjhes needing help this season. ■'■ySKKKESr£by man toBox87. 22747 through Monday, Dec. 20 groups interested in adopting a family ca" do so. They will not knL the family s name, but they will get mS™nfd^T family COrnposition' For more information call 675-3313. Landfill Hours «n Ro^R63attCveCSandfil1 amli'in h°“? u" Dec’23 and 3°. <7:30 only from S«S’*^ °Perata ^«iSc,rd 0„ec-24 Chnstmas Day and New Year’s Day. Special Education The Special Education Advisorv Committee will meet in the RpF^ i;k on Thrusday, Dec. .6 at 3 30 ^m The agenda will include a time for questions and comments abm»t f k state Special EducS WereTtS“bu“ at OctLr m“ There will be a report on the S S™Uaf!2" c°mponent of the 1994-95 Special Education Plan. Unemployment Down Rappahannock County unemployment dropped to 3 percent in October according to statistics supplied by the V'rguua Employment Commission, in W18 c.0raParfs with a 4.2 percent rate SterT^ 1PerCentratein Government at a Glance Wednesday ec- 22 at 9 a.m., Court House . Disney Opponents Consider 'Second Look' ' By SHARON KILPATRICK” ^— Rappahannoc k News Staff Writer A hastily called meeting to support the Piedmont Environmental Council’s ‘Disney — Take a Second Look’ campaign attracted about 30 people to Ki Theatre Monday evening. Susan Babcock, who is active in both PEC and the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection, said, “Since Disney announced the plans for a theme park, the phone at PEC has been ringing steadily.” She said PEC has received more than 3,500 calls from pebple opposed to the location of the project. Christopher Needels, who is hea&ng the PEC campaign, said that the initial announcfement from Disney a month ago produced “euphoria” in Northern Virginia. People were excited about the jobs generated and the potential for economic growth. “But,” he said, “there are also enormous costs. We have to see if the costs exceed the benefits. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see that [by] putting it in Haymarket, the costs exceed the benefits.” He said widening 1-66 would cost $100 million. Another interchange would cost about $28 million, he estimated. He said the park will require the western bypass, and that is estimated to cost $1.5 billion, the amount the Disney company said would be generated in state and local taxes by the park over a 30-year period. It would also be necessary, he added, to widen U.S. 15 to four lanes and to put in water and sewer. “That’s $2 billion for Disney without the sprawl,” he said. “Our whole point is to say there are locations closer in to D.C.,” he said. Another location would “reduce traffic, reduce pollution, and put the jobs closer to where they are most needed, in D.C.” The issues concern the entire state of Virginia and «ven the nation, Needels explained. He said PEC wants to make certain the state legislature doesn’t “give Disney any special treatment.” He said the Take a Second Look campaign is getting a lot of publicity. “This may become a test case for land use,” he said. Needels noted that in Rappahannock the initial impact will not be great. "The growth won’t be overnight,” he said. However, he said the impact would be felt in Fauquier and Loudoun counties. He said the result will be to take the comprehensive plans of Fauquier and Loudoun counties and throw them out. “Disney will be the core of a new city.” he said. He predicted that by the end of the 1990s Warrenton will be as populated as Manassas. Then, he said, all the people who moved to Fauquier and Loudoun to escape the urban sprawl will come to Rappahannock and Clarke counties. He noted that air quality is already an issue since the Washington, D.C. area does not comply with the Clean Air Act. He said 30,000 visitors a day in 20,000 cars at Disney America would make that worse. Joyce Abell asked what alternative sites there are. Needels said PEC is trying not to select sites for Disney, but he said that if Disney wants 3,000 acres it will not be easy. He said the area considered for Legoland in eastern Prince William County is one possibility as well as places in Loudoun County closer to Dulles Airport. Robin Purnell asked what one person could do. Needels said that once the proposal gets to the General Assembly voters should tell their representatives not to take any vote on it until they have had a chance to see the See PEC, Page A-8 Rappahannock News Staff Photo Sharon Kilpatrick Christopher Needels of PEC talks to crowd at Ki Theatre Monday. Wreath Making Rappahannock News Staff Photo Cindy Mahan Karla Miller made a wreath at the Flint Hill Fire Hall last Saturday. Haymarket Is The j Only Suitable Site, Disney Rep Says By PATTI H. SNODGRASS Rappahannock News Staff Writer No other site but the one in Prince William County will do, according a spokesman for the Walt Disney Co., which, he said, has spent $10 million so far to develop a theme park in Haymarket. Of 3,000 acres Disney has marked for development of the park, it owns more than 500 and has options and contracts to buy — for an undisclosed amount — the remaining property, according to P. Michael Reininger, director of real estate venture development for Disney. Reininger met for over an hour with the editorial board of Arundel newspapers last week. He said there is no second choice for a -site, that this is the only one that met all of the company’s criteria. The site’s location near major transportation routes — at the intersection of Interstate 66 and Route 15 —the price of the properties, and Prince William’s “climate for business” proved to be just right, he said. “This site was really the only one,” and although Disney looked in Loudoun County, ‘it never really got on the meter,” Reininger said. The only thing that would drive Disney away would be the failure of the partnership between the public and private sectors that Reininger said must exist in order for the proSee Disney, Page A-8

General District Court The following court cases were heard in the Rappahannock County General District Court on Tuesday, Dec. 7 but were not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Kenneth Ivar Jacobs, trespass, continued; grand larceny, continued. Roland Michael Williams, trespass, continued; grand larceny, continued. Rafael Canela, drunk in public, $15/26. James Randolph Cooke, indecent exposure, continued; drunk in public, guilty. Pascal Rubio, drunk in public, $15/26. William Monroe Brooks, attempt to aid/abetting, continued to Dec. 6, 1994; operate for profit/party, $60/46. Juanita Pauline Burke, operate for profit/party, $60/46. Robert Earl Roles, grand larceny, continued. Leonard Ray Wilson Jr., aid and abett, continued to Dec. 6, 1994; operate for profit/party, $60/46. Patrick Henry Wilson, aid and abetting, continued to Dec. 6, 1994; operate to profit/party, $60/46. James Robert Woods, receive stolen goods, continued to Jan. 11, 1994. County Emergency Log The following fire and rescue calls were routed through the dispatch center during the past week: Dec. 6: 9:57 p.m., injury from a fall, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD; 10:14 p.m., hemorrhaging, Route 637, Amissville, Amissville VFD and Flint Hill VFD. Dec. 7: 12:28 p.m., o.b. patient, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD and Sperryville VRS. Dec. 8: 11:17 p.m., overdose, Route 651, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD. Dec. 9: 2:35 p.m., difficulty breathing, Route 606, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD and Washington VFD; 2:36 p.m., brush fire, Route 635, Fauquier County, Flint Hill VFD and Chester Gap VFD; 5:48 p.m., difficulty breathing, Route 642 and 640, Amissville, Amissville VFD and Castleton VFD. Dec. 10: 4:1b a.m., sicKcau, Route 610, Chester Gap, Chester : Gap VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 12:52 p.m., possible broken arm, U.S. 211, Washington, Sperryville VRS and Amissville VFD; 1:37 p.m., vehicle fire, Route 621, Woodville, Sperryville VFD, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD; 8:33 p.m., sickcall, U.S. 522, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD. Dec. 11: 5:17 p.m., power lines down. Route 640, Amissville, Amissville VFD; 10:36 p.m., chest pains, Route 631, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFd and Chester Gap VFD. • The following calls came through the Rappahannock Sheriffs Office this week: Dec. 6: attempted theft, Route 627, Washington; bad checks, U.S. 211, Sperryville; public service, U.S. 211, Sperryville; conservationanimals, U.S. 211, Washington; larceny-from building, Route 611, Amissville; telephone harrassment. Route 677 and U.S. 522, Flint Hill. . Dec. 7: residence. Route 642, Flint Hill; civil problem, Route 646, Viewtown; telephone harrassment, Route 641, Flint Hill; telephone harassment, Route 637, Flint Hill. Dec. 8: residence, Route 626, Scrabble; larceny-from yards, Route 621, Washington; damage propertyprivate, Route 643, Amissville; bad checks, U.S. 211, Sperryville; public service, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; conservation-animals, Route 622, Washington; stray cat or dog, U.S. 522, Woodville; public service, U.S. 211, Washington; abandoned vehicle, Route 729 and 640, Castleton. Dec. 9: citizen requested assistance, Route 628, Washington; public service, U.S. 211, Sperryville; vehicle theft, Washington; bad checks, Route 643, Amissville; domestic disputes, U.S. 211, Sperryville. Dec. 10: public service, Route 641, Flint Hill; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; stray cat or dog, Washington; cruelty to animals. Route 618, Castleton; fire alarm, U.S. 211, Washington; stray cat or dog, Route 622, Washington; business, U.S. 211, Washington; noise disturbance, Route 1001, Sperryville. Dec. 11: residence, Route 643, Amissville; traffic accident, Route 1001, Sperryville; communication abuse, U.S. 211, Sperryville; stray cat or dog, Washington; public service, Route 729, Castleton; burglaryforced entry nonresidence, Washington; civil problem, Route 637, Flint Hill; residence, Route 630, Flint Hill; public service, Route 640, Amissville; assist public works, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; assist public works, Route 662, Huntly; intoxication, Route 662, Huntly; domestic disputes, Route 662, Huntly; assist public works, Route 611, Amissville. Dec. 12: public service, U.S. 522, Huntly; abandoned vehicle, Route 626, Castleton; juvenile runaway. Route 610, Chester Gap. OPEN APPLICATION FOR AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICTS Any persons wishing to make application for the creation of new Agricultural & Forestall Districts, or who wish to add on to existing Agricultural & Forestal Districts are encouraged to notify the County Administration Office of your intent by Monday, December 27, at 4:30 p.m. While applications for new districts or tag-ons may be made at any time, the Board of Supervisors policy is to encourage applications during a single enrollment period, thus limiting public hearing, advertising and similar costs. The County Administration Office may be reached at (703) 675-3342, with correspondence directed to PO Box 519, Washington, VA 22747. Forms for new district creation or for Tag-ons are available from 8:30-4:30 M-F. By Order Of: John W. McCarthy County Administration Mary Blanche Cantrell, felony bad check, reduced to petty larceny, six months in jail, six months suspended, paid court cost. Robert Clark, bad check, dismissed. Jeffrey Ferris, drunk in public, continued; fail to comply court order, continued. Carl E. Frye Jr., bad check, dismissed. Joanne H. Jenkins, fail to comply court order, continued. Christal Anne Kiser, fail to pay fines and costs, bond $250. Williams Russell Hawkins, destroy private property, six months in jail with five months suspended; unauthorized release of animal, six months in jail with five months suspended. Matthew Lee Myers, refusal, continued to April 14,1994. Scott Colin Russel, 54/35, no prosecution. Matthew Logan Black, 70/55, $45/26. Any Louise Catanzarite, 74/55, defensive driving course, paid court cost. Eugenia Harper Cate, 51/35, $48/26. David Arnold Dufrensne, 73/55, $54/26. Denise H. Horton, fail to obey highway sign, $20/24. Richard Allen Keel, 74/55, dismissed. Marvin K. Moore, 54/35, $57/26. Bruce C. Penniman, expired inspection, $25/2. Patricia Lynn Raney, 51/35, DDC. Glenn Howard Rosenthal, 60/35, DDC. Nancy Joan Stanley, 68/35, $39/31. Carl H. Staples, 70/55, $45/26. Levi Jefferson Atkins Sr., fail to yield (accident), continued to June 7, 1994. Kristina Lynn Baxter, 69/55, $42/26. Clements T. Berezoski Jr., 68/55, $39/26. Christopher L. Campbell, 68/55, $39/26. Amy Louise Catanzarite, 69/55, continued to Feb. 15, 1994, paid cost. William Terrell Chisholm, 73/55, $54/26. Justin Wayne Corbin, 74/55, $57/31; fail to use seat belt, $25. Warren Charles Darnell, 67/55, $36/26. David W. Dongieux, 67/55, continued to Jan. 18, 1994. Eileen T. Drinkwater, 68/55, $39/26. Peter William Glavas, 68/55, $39/26; no valid operator’s license, complied with law. Karol F. Graves, 70/55, $45/26. James Clifford Grimsley, no registration in possession, complied with law; defective equipment/trailer light, $20/26. Robert Bruce Isen, reckless driving (80/55), $100/cost. Patrick J. Knowlton, 68/55, continued to Jan. 18,1994. Frederick William Krumbhaar, BINGO Monday JACKPOT *1000 CASH GUARANTEE Cookie Jar *300 Plus, Monday, Dec 20 Specials - *75 Regular - *40 Doors Open 5:30 p.m. Food Service Early Birds 6:45 p.m. Regular Game 7:00 p.m. "Door Prizes* Winner Take All & Quickie Games AMERICAN LEGION HALL Smoking & Non-Smoking Sections Improved Ventilation 14222 Rixeyville Rd. (Rt. 229N] Culpeper, VA 69/55, $42/31; no operators license in possession, $10/2. Theresa Anne Lehman, 70/55, $45/26. Rhonda Janeane Lowe, 74/55, $57. Martin Jeffrey Niztek, 74/55, attend DIC, paid cost $26, continued to Feb. 15,1994. Walter R. Perrineau, 67/55, continued to Jan. 18,1994. Roger Wayne Pomeroy, 70/55, $45/26; no operators license in possession, dismissed, complied with law. David Wayne Ramey, 70/55, $45/26. Alan G. Rosenberg, fail to obey highway sing, $20/26. Elizabeth Dowling Schmidt, 74/55, $57/26. Dors May Simmons, 72/55, $51/26. Judy C. Stringfellow, 68/55, $39/26. Nicole Louise Tepper, 67/55, $39/26. Christine Ann Watson, defective equipment, $20/26. Bohfty Mack Yonts, drive suspended or revoked, $200/31, operators license suspended for 90 days. Jeffrey Bryant Amy, following too close, $50/26. Katherine J. Anderson, 69/55, $42/26. Molly McCoy -Bailey, 69/55, $42/26. Shaun A.L. Barnard, 67/55, $36/31. Brenda Darlene Berry, reckless driving (79/55), dismissed, paid $26 i cost. Karen A. Bevilacque, reckless driving (81/55), $125/26. Jon E. Brandon, 70/55, $45/26. Darrel Lee Breeding, 71/55, $48/31; defective equipment, $20/2. Catherine E. Brostek, reckless driving (78/55), reduced to 74/55, $57/26. Clair Michael Bullington, 68/55, $39/26. Harry David Burger, reckless driving (78/55), $100/26. Cheng Chung Chu, 72/55, $51/26; no registration in possession, complied with law. Eloise Talley Clark, 69/55, $42/26. Maurice J. Cohn, reckless driving (82/55), guilty. Elizabeth M. Conahan, 68/55, $39/26. Rosalind C. Cook, 69/55, $42/31. Janice Smith Cooke, 72/55, $51/26. Harold Dudlev Cooper, 71/55, $48/26. Gregory Byrd Cox, 74/55, $57/26. Julius Augustine Cozzatti, overlength vehicle, $30/26. Arthur Tyler Crossman Jr., 74/55, $57/26. Scott Ruderick Davis, 73/55, $54/26. Edward Allen Dike, 66/45, $66/26. Kristina Joy Doubet, 72/55, $51/26. Gerald Lee Douglas, 68/45, $69/31. Jean Miriam Drodge, 73/55, $54/26. Warren Henry Frayne, 73/55, $54/26. Randal Franklin Frazier, driving under influence, continued to Jan. 11, 1994. See Docket, Page A-8 r TRASH REMOVAL SERVICE Beginning Immediately * Washington area residents serviced every Tuesday * Sperryvillc area residents serviced every Wednesday * Flint Mill residents serviced every Thursday $5 weekly fee Mud already be bagged Call Now: 703-675-3911 k (9 a.m.-9 p.m.) 1 Yes! Please enter my new subscription to JRappaljannocfe Betas Subscription rates bp mail: Rappahannock..$ 19.00/y r. Elsewhere in the U.S.$24.00/yr. NAME_______ ADDRESS—____ CITY-----STATE_ZIP_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. 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Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747. Call VIA SATELLITE FOR DETAILS! 1-800-635-1050 1515 Shenandoah Ave. Front Royal, VA 22630 Pet of the Week The featured dog at the Shelter in Amissville this week is a Husky/shepherd. Bear is a twoyear-old (n) male with all shots, good with children and cats, needs a fenced yard, playful. • Bensenji/shepherd, Sassy is a (s) female, brindle and white, has all her shots, full of energy. • Shaniel/cross, Granny is an eight-to-ten-year-old (s) female with all her shots, black and white, housebroken, likes to ride in a car. • Aust. Shepherd, Cindy and Jenny are five-month-old females, multi colored, very shy. • Collies, two females and two males, four-months-old, tan and white, very cute and playful. • Kittens, Rusty is a (n) male, orange and white, has all shots, very pretty cat. The shelter is open from 9:3(> a.m.-3 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. The lost animal registry can be found in the Classified Section of the Rappahannock News. To reach the lost and found registry, or the shelter, call 937-3283 or 937-3336. I Sperryville Residents Want End to Gunshots By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer Piedmont District supervisor Charles K. “Pete” Estes welcomed a small group of people to the Sperryville Fire Hall to consider what the county should do about “target practice” in residential areas. The supervisors are considering an ordinance that would make it illegal to discharge a firearm in certain populated areas. There would be certain exceptions to the ordinance for self-protection and hunting. “It's bad situation when a community has to be penalized because of the actions of a feur people,” he said. “There have been instances here, in Amissville and in Chester Gap. Anytime we pass an ordinance, we make it tighter on everybody. We need to be fair in our decisions for Rappahannock County.” F. D. Coffey Jr. said, “We need an ordinance to protect people who live in the community. My wife was almost hit by small arms fire, and I almost got shot downtown." Carson Johnson said, “I have been a member of the NR A for many, many years. Years ago if a subject like this came up, I had the feeling I was against it. My thinking has changed a great deal. I now believe we have to have some rules...This isn’t taking guns away. It’s protecting people in a close in area from people harming them. "We do have to have some kind of laws to protect people in towns,” he added. “If the sheriff is called out to protect people, he’s got to have something to go on. Otherwise he’s wasting his time.” Katherine Wayland agreed that something needs to be done. “I’ve been shot at myself.” “I just assumed it was against the law to discharge a firearm in town," Ruth Kiger said. County Administrator John McCarthy said that except for Washington, none of the residential areas in Rappahannock are incorporated towns. "That is one thing the board will have to wrestle with; what is Sperryville?” He said they could use inserts in the tax maps. He said there is an inset map for Sperryville, “but most of you would define Sperryville as more than that.” “It’s not target practice that’s the problem," Aileen Johnson said; “That’s just the excuse." Commonwealth’s Attorney Peter Luke said, “It’s not just target practice. It’s the gun fired because somebody is just out shooting. Some people shouldn’t have guns because of their mental condition or they are drunk. The ordinance needs to be broader, but the board has to tie it to a populated area.” He said his office and Sheriff John Henry Woodward’s office get lots of complaints from Sperry ville, Chester Gap and Rappahannock Lakes. Huey Atkins said, “If nobody sees them, how do you enforce it?” C.B. Johnson said, “I’ve got neighbors who shoot through my house or close to it.” He wondered also how the ordinance would be enforced. Mr. Luke said, “No matter what law is on the books, there’s always an excuse. That’s why we have judges and juries.” Jackson District representative Ellis Bingham said, “The reason I’m here is I wanted to hear your input. I’m a hunter and target shooter. I hate to see more restrictions put on a population. Anyone who has a gun, has to assume a certain responsibility. It’s difficult to legislate responsibility.” Chuekie Jenkins asked if there is not already a law against “reckless endangerment.” Mr. Luke said that the law is against “reckless handling of a firearm.” He said it is difficult to prove. “If a guy is outside drunk shooting up in the air, that may not endanger anybody. You’re into this kind of nebulous area, where you can’t prove he was endangering anybody.” * Mr. Luke said if the ordinance is passed, it will still be necessary to have someone testify against people discharging firearms. Several people seemed to think that would also be difficult to prove. “I have a problem,” C.B. Johnson said. “I don’t think it will do any good, and I could name on the fingers or one hand the people in Sperry ville who are doing this.” Mr. Estes took a straw poll and found eight in favor of such an ordinance and four opposed. The supervisors plan to have such hearings in Chester Gap and Amissville before deciding whether or not to advertise a public hearing on the ordinance. Old fashioned cmxjstmas cwQyy \ > • Chocolate Cream Drops • Chocolate Covered Peanuts • Peanut Squares • Gum Drops • Orange Slices • Pink and White Ices Sharp Cheese Cut from the Wheel 5 • Black Walnuts Mvin B. Stokes General Store 533 E. 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Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Sharon Kilpatrick Ricardo Alvarez, Nadya Avila, Camilla Josephson, and Maike Fruehling enact the Santa Lucia ceremony. Students Describe Christmas Customs By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer A small but enthusiastic crowd met at the library last Friday to hear foreign exchange students describe Christmas customs in their countries. Camilla Josephson said a major celebration in Sweden comes on December 13, Santa Lucia Day. She said the saint was originally an Italian girl who was accused of witchcraft, and died a martyr. Her accusers could not bum her, so they killed her with a knife. She said the crown of candles represents Santa Lucia’s immunity to fire, and the red sash represents the blood from her wounds. She said Viking sailors brought the legend to Santa Lucia to Sweden in the early days of Christianity. She said there are gnomes who live under the floor in Swedish houses, and the people put out rice pudding so the gnomes will not play tricks on them. Ricardo Alvarez from Spain said that in his country everyone has creches, but they represent a cave rather than a stable. He said these include a representative of the Roman government, who is a bad man. He said families get together on Christmas Eve for a formal family meal, and in his family they exchange presents on that day, although other families wait until December 25 or even January 6. January 6 they celebrate the visit of the three kings with gifts of gold, iron and tin. Maike Fruehling said in Germany Saint Nicholas comes on December 6, so on December 5 German children put the right shoe outside the door for the saint to fill with goodies. She said her family puts up a tree on the evening of the 23rd and that they get the presents on the 24th. They attend church at midnight. Nadya Avila Trueba said that in Mexico they have many of the same customs as Spain. She said that on December 16 they have the Posada. Children go from house to house enacting the search of Mary and Joseph for a place to stay. She said eating grapes is part of their New Year’s celebration. They eat a grape and make a wish for each month of the New Year. On January 6, they also celebrate the visit of the three kings, she said. They have a large cake with little figures baked in it. It you get one of the wooden figures, you have a party on February 1, she said. Council Adjourns After Short Meeting By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock New* Staff Writer The Washington Town Council gave final approval for the special use permit for the Ochs Box last Wednesday. The original permit was granted last December and subject to review after one year so the Council could consider the parking situation. “John McCarthy has not received any parking complaints,” said Town Attorney Frank Reynolds. The Council voted to give final approval of the permit, and it will require no , further review. Council member Brad Fisher received water and sewer rate information for the state of Virginia, and reported that the town’s water rates are at or below the average for the state. “For the PD9 area, we are 54 cents below the average,” he said. Mr. Fisher received notice from the town’s insurance underwriter, Alexander and Alexander, that they r have a new policy available. The new policy would insure the town against loss of tax revenue. Mr. Fisher will obtain more information and a price quote. Mr. Reynolds had information about a book entitled Handbook for Virginia Mayors and Council Members, and handed out flyers to members who may wish to order the book. Council member Ray Gooch said, “The Washington Business Council was the host for Colonial Christmas last weekend, but I think the Town Council needs to have a representative or liaison with whoever is in charge, in order to have some continuity. It should not be something that is organized from the start every year. The Town Council needs to have some participation in the weekend." No one responded to this suggestion. Community Calendar Thursday Dec. 16 Pizza dinner for 7th grade trip, RCES - 5p.m. Band and Chorus Concert, at RCES - 7:30p.m. Saturday Dec. 18 Breakfast Buffet, Washington Fire Hall (675-3615) Santa at the Flint Hill Public House -1-3 p.m. Sunday Dec. 19 Santa at the Flint Hill Public House - l-3p.m. Monday Dec. 20 RLEP meeting at the library - 7:30 p.m. (636-3066) Maazel Buys Henry Properties Lorin Maazel recently bought three parcels of land including three houses from Homer Henry, Mr. Henry’s wife, sons and daughters-inlaw. Heralds Rappahannock News Photo/Cindy Mahan Tommy Pendleton, Gunnar Propst, Andrew Treanor, Ginny Caldwell, Patrick Treanor, Brittany Lee, Heather Beahm and Caitlin McCarthy rehearsed for their Christmas pageant at the Child Care and Learning Center. Mr. Maazel already owned neighboring Castleton Farms, which once belonged to the Henrys. He is the conductor of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. He spends as much time as he can in the county, said Rick Kohler, who sells real estate for Frank Hardy and represented the buyer in the purchases. Mr. Maazel paid $1.15 million for 55.7 acres purchased from Homer Henry and his wife, $630,000 for 25.93 acres purchased from Stewart Henry and his wife, and $620,000 for 18.47 acres purchased from J. Kent Henry and his wife. These properties connect to the 73.59-acre Castleton Farms and provide road frontage at the corner of Routes 618 and 616 in Castleton. Eileen M. Day Realtors represented the sellers in the transactions. Mr. Kohler said Mr. Maazel “loves Rappahannock” and intends . to make the county his retirement home. He purchased the properties as an investment, Mr. Kohler said. Castleton Farms is currently being farmed with beef cattle. Mr. Kohler said he understands Mr. Maazel will use some of the additional property for pasture and hay and will rent the houses. He said Mr. Maazel began conducting at eight years of age and by the time he was eleven, he had served as guest conductor at most of the major symphonies in the United States. Mr. Kohler said, “He is considered one of the top conductors in the world.” He said he recently had the opportunity of attending a concert of the National Symphony with Mr. Maazel conducting and found the experience “fascinating.” DEBBIE'S IVY GARDEN FLORIST & GIFTS We still have great last minute stuff. 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Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL LOU HATTER Executive Editor SHARON KILPATRICK Editor Publisher JOHN T. TOLER Executive Vice President BARBARA C. WAYLAND ANN BROWN Account Executive General Mansger To Subscribe Phone 703-675*3338 BY MAIL: $19 a year in Rappahannock $24 a year elsewhere in the United States BACK COPIES: Recent 3 months, 50c - Older copies to 1960, $3 (as available) OFFICE: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone: 703-675-3338 FAX: 703-675-3088 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulation. ft Tr>r Audit Bureau WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1993 Editorials Movies Sadly the struggle of the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community to keep the weekly movies going has come to an end. It was a valient effort on the part of volunteers that lasted for more than 10 years. Indeed the impetus for organizing RAAC was partly to revive the movies originally started by Freeman Allen at what was then called the Mountain Magic Theater. For more than a decade volunteers ran the projector, sold tickets and ran the concession stand. Other volunteers worked tirelessly to arrange the schedule, dealing with delays in releasing films in the 16mm format that was all a non-profit operation could show. Movie fans can take heart that a five-screen movie theater is apparently coming to Warrenton, but those movies will not be as convenient or as inexpensive as the RAAC movies. However, not enough of us went to the movies often enough for the series to continue on a weekly basis, and now RAAC, which has brought such a wealth of artistic events to the county, looks for further fields to conquer. Allen's Stumbles Governor-elect George F. Allen’s transition period has, so far, been a pretty rocky road. Within days of his overwhelming victory, Allen and Attorney General James Gilmore declined invitations to attend a state Republican committee fundraising event, saying that they didn’t want to appear to be selling access to the new administration. That proved the prelude to a nasty and extremely public dispute with state party chairman Patrick McSweeney, who pointedly refused Allen’s directive to resign. Their ill will apparently dates to the early days of this year’s campaign when the state committee, mindful of Allen’s position as a 30point underdog, ignored his request for donations to his thenstruggling campaign. Last weekend, it was revealed that Allen has requested, in “Dear Public Servant” letters, the resignations of some 450 top and mid-level state officials. Though the resignation of top political appointees is a natural part of the transition process, these requests go far beyond that customary level. Allen’s critics charge that these actions demonstrate the first steps in what they see as a bold initiative to turn state government sharply to the right. Though we’re not ready to levy that assessment, the governor-elect’s first moves don’t inspire us with confidence — either in his political acumen or his administrative savvy. „ on my m ms., ...qjkk, coaswoRtu;) . OitmxTKMlfWK! { ^THERE'S A MOUSE H|KR Rappahannock Heritage Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan I Catie and Lauren Powell, Decelia and Ginger Dennis Sunny Slope Home for Adults last Sunday. Members of were part of the Girl Scout group that sang carols at the Flint Hill Methodist Church also entertained. Letters to the Editor Robb Supported To the Editor: If U.S. Senator Charles S. Robb conducts a poll, he will probably find most of his former supporters still interested in his continuing to hold office and ready to support his reelection. The political situation in Virginia is troubled, a more or less endemic condition. Owing in part to the economic and social circumstances that are so various, it is hard to find cohesive forces that make running across the state anything but difficulty. What do Northern Virginia, the Norfolk area, Richmond, scattered small cities and the vast rural areas of the state have in common? Pretend you are a candidate for national office and plan a strategy. Only a few of the problems Senator Robb faces relate to his votes and his work as a Senator representing Virginians. Democratic losses in recent elections can be attributed to a number of factors, and it is probably a mistake to explain the election of Republicans in November to a wish to vote against Senator Robb. What a comment that makes about the winners and about Virginia voters! Something of a Rube Goldberg, I’d say. Why did Lt. Governor Don Beyer handsomely win reelection? Because he has distinguished himself, of course. I am pleased that Virginia Democrats have decided to select their Senatorial candidate in a primary election where any number of candidates can fairly compete. I believe that Senator Robb will win in a primary and selection there will put to rest many currently circulating caveats. Virginians can understand that with President Clinton in the White House, prospects for the future are improving because his list of accom plishments are beginning to add up. A Democratic President needs a Democratic Senator to support the weightly matters that Congress will consider in the next three years. In a primary, Robb can bring out his support of the President’s program and his wonderfully intelligent and capable wife, Lynda, can help his campaign again as she has done in the past. Politics couldn’t be more unpredictable and more subject to the winds of change and fortune than they are today. During much of my life they have been roller-coaster indeed. I will give Senator Robb my good wishes and convey to him that I hope he will run and I will try to help him win. I am often in disagreement with Senator Robb on very important matters, but I havn’t found a Senator during my voting life in this state-beginning in 1949-in whom I have more confidence than I have in him and to whom I more readily appeal when I feel an issue of concern to me needs his attention. DIANA BIRD Washington Library Program Praised To the Editor: The only shortcoming of the Library’s recent Friday program, “Christmas the World Over,” was that people were not present to enjoy the event. The enthusiasm and warmth with which the students described the customs of their native lands was i both informative and moving. Their leader and regional coordinator of Youth for Understanding, Richard Helmer, together with Bob Scott and Dorothy Mank of the Library Committee had assisted in developing a meaningful program, by providing musical, pictorial, and gustatorial accompaniment. The students spoke effectively, performed the Santa Lucia ceremony ethereally and provided a most enjoyable evening to those fortunate enough to have been in attendance. For this we thank them all. Audio and video tapes will be available at the Library. MITZIE YOUNG Washington Thanks Expressed To the Editor: On the night of Oct. 31, the second floor of my home on Black Rock Farm in Flint hill caught fire. I want to express my sincere gratitude to. the Flint Hill and Washington Volunteer Fire Departments who responded to my call. Thanks to them, and Divine intervention, my house did not burn to the ground and no one was harmed. Despite the fact that the firepeople had to traverse probably the worst farm road in the county and despite the fact that they cracked a water tank in the process (losing half their water supply), they were able to put the fire out. I also wish to express my heartfelt thanks to the many women in the community who came to help me clean up by home and yard after the fire. I don’t know what I would have done without their hard, physical labor, which was given so freely and with great love. The folks at Mountainside Market very generously spread the w ord of my need and collected money and clothing for me, which were greatly needed. Thank you to all those who made such contributions, including the Salvation Army and the Fauquier Chapter of the Red Cross. And thank you so much, my friends, loved ones, and all those of the Spiral Grove who provided me with much needed prayers, personal and spiritual support, contributions, concern and kindness. From the experience of this fire I have come to know first hand how an apparent disaster can actually be filled with many gifts and opportunities for transformation. Some of the sweetest gifts of this turning point have come in the many forms of love given by the Rappahannock community. Bless you and thank you all! TONI WHITE Flint Hill Workers Thanked To the Editor: We would like so very much to thank all of the people who so generously offered to and did participate in our Colonial Christmas Weekend. Although the weather was difficult, the people who took part in all of the planning and execution of the many activities made it a bright weekend! In spite of the weather we enjoyed a larger crow'd than ever before. Much of success was due to many additional activities, such as the Christmas Market, located in the First Baptist Church, Santa in and antique sleigh, the First Baptist Church Choir, and the house tour showing the home and Charlie and Fran Eldred and Tom Zumwalt, and the office of Jimmy and Beth DeBurgh. If it had not rained, Chris Bird would have toured the Town in his wagon, allowing visitors to enjoy the charming views and buildings. The W.V.F.D. dinner on Saturday night was delicious with the waiters dressed in newly acquired red jackets. The weekend ended on a wonderful note with Peter and Elaine Kramer and Newbill and Carol Miller welcoming people at the pot luck dinner at the Fire House. The setting was elegant with Bleu Bock Inn graciously loaning all of the damask linens for the tables. Our heartfelt thanks to all of the committee members listed below and to our special advisors, Roger Roach and Jim and Nan Thomasson. Robin Kevis - Bonfire Bethany Craig - Children’s Advent Garden, Spring Mountain School Roseann Sharp - Children’s Bazaar, Child Care & Learning Center Diane Wood - Children’s Caroling Roger Batchelder - Christmas Lantern and Candle Committee Mary Grove, Donna Kevis, Frank and Jean Scott, Fawn Evenson and Eve Willis - Christmas Mart Chris Bird - Christmas Wagon Tours ^ Louise Van Dort, Susan Parrish and Eve Willis - Christmas Wreaths and Evergreens Diane Welty, Claudia Mitchell and others - Colonial Dancers Bruce Wetteroth - Colonial Food Stalls Eve Willis - Craft Demos in Shops Captain and Mrs. Holshuch - Historical Society Information Booth Julie Portman, Nan Thomasson and others - Ki Theatre Ester and Frank Schmidt - Photographers Cheryl Petot and Phyllis Marriott - Pot Luck Dinner Fawn Evenson and Tanya Richey - Publicity Coordinators Louise Van Dort and David Shannon - Santa’s Bake Sale by The Inn Conrad Koneczny - Santa Claus on Sleigh Lion’s Club Photos Ray Pullen - Sign Post Decorations Don Nielson and others - Strolling Carolers Jim Thomasson and Fran Eldred - Town and House Tours, Candlelight Tours EVELYN M. WILLIS For the Colonial Christmas Committee The time machine From the Rappahannock News back when;] *■*.. V 30 YEARS AGO Dec. 12, 1963 A public hearing is to be held by the State Highway Department Jan. 9 to discuss the proposed reconstruction and relocation of a portion of U.S. 211 in Rappahannock County. 20 YEARS AGO Dec. 13,1973 Rappahannock’s Supervisors were unanimously opposed at their meeting Thursday to disgarding a commodity food distinction program and going to food stamps for needy persons. 10 YEARS AGO Dec. 15,1983 in After a two hour hearing a crowded courtroom Monday, Circuit Court Judge Shore Robertson extended a tempoary injuction that had been brought against the Rappahannock Sportsmen’s Association on Oct. 5. The court had ordered the club to refrain from using its firing range on the Turner Settle property : in Amissville until the court coiild hold its hearing on the permanent injunction.

Col. North Not Nominated Yet By JOHN GOOLRICK Recent events coupled with a conversation with Republican U.S. Senate candidate Jim Miller convince me the race for the sentorial nomination in 1994 is not, as some believe, over before it’s even really Started. ; ,4 There is no question that Oliver North is the present odds-on favorite to win the GOP nomination, but Miller’s “take a second look” strategy is at least beginning to make sbme inroads, and the North campaign may well have already peaked. The North objective has been to get an over-abundance of Republican committed to him early enough so that any potential challengers will have trouble raising the money needed to mount a viable challenge. * In that, he has certainly had some success in creating an aura of invincibility. But Miller, who appears to be the qply obstacle to North’s nomination, i$ stubbornly hanging in there and winning converts. * He realizes he faces an uphill task, but says he sincerely thinks thousands of Republicans may be prepared to rethink their initial appfcval of North as their candidate, v Miller, a former director of the Office of Management and Budget under Ronald Reagan, says those who are looking for someone in the Reagan mold should look to him since he was on the cutting edge of the Reagan revolution. While North was involved in Iran-Contra deals, says Miller, he was helping Reagan in his battle to cut the bureacracy down to size and end endless government meddling in the lives of Americans. “When I talk about the line item veto or the Balanced Budget Amendment,” says Miller, “they are things I know about through experience and study.” By contrast, he says, North seems to give lip service to such ideas while actually knowing little about them. Virginia Through Both Barrels I—--1 But though Miller insists on a positive campaign, the fact remains that polls taken consistently show North with high negatives. Since potential Democratic nominees incumbent Senator Charles Robb and Gov. Douglas Wilder have similarly high negatives, the nomination of North by Republicans Would wipe out the advantage of taking on an opponent with high negatives. Putting up someone like Miller with little or no baggage might make conservative Democrats disaffected by both Robb and Wilder considerably more com fortable about deserting their nominee. North has been closely aligned with the faction that helped make Pat McSweeney GOP chairman. While some of the same political operatives who were key players in the victorious campaign of George Allen for Governor are working for Miller’s nomination. McSweeney, of course, has been badly wounded in his feud with Allen and it appears only a matter of time before he will realize there is little point in staying on since he doesn’t have the firepower to match the Gonemor-elect. Thus, what appeared just weeks ago to be an easy waltz to victory for Colonel North may now turn into a sprint, particularly if Miller can convince Republicans that North’s heavy load of Iran-Contra baggage will come back to haunt the party in the 1994 campaign. I think in horse race parlance that North has jumped out in front by ten lengths and will be difficulty to catch. But with about half of a mile and a quarter of the race left to go, it is not impossible. As a horse player, I can assure you that many of the nags I’ve bet who appeared to have insurmountable leads were nipped at the wire, much to my dismay. (Editor’s Note: John Goolrick, a former political reporter, is now an aide to 1st District Rep. Herbeil Bateman. Opinions expressed are his own.) State Economy Expected To Grow rw * The commonwealth can expect good, but not really great, economic growth during the next, two years, according to the forecast issue of the Virginia Business Report from the -College of William and Mary. Virginia will generally track the nation during next two years, said Roy Pearson, director of the Bureau of Business Research, which produced the monthly report. ■ Nationally, the economic outlook is for moderate job growth, of about 1.45 to 1.9 percent in the next two "ySars after an advance of 1.5 percent during 1993. In Virginia, Pearson expects payroll job gains to be Slightly below the national rates, with growth of about 1 percent in 1994 and 1.2 percent in 1995. After helping to pull the state out of the recession, the cyclical rebound jp residential construction and travel-related spending will be milder positive forces for growth during the next two years in the commonwealth. 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He hastens to point out that he predicts slower Virginia real growth for 1995, not a recession. “The st^te will be moving ahead during 1995 to record levels of total real personal income, real estate sales, and payroll jobs-those new records just will be as high as we would like,” said Pearson. On the bright side, the coming year will be a good one for retailers, with sales growth actually higher than in 1993. He expects retailers will have an expecially better second quarter in 1994 than in the previous year. “We expect only a moderate third quarter increase compared to the exceptional 1993 results,” he said. But he also forecasts very good retail growth in the fourth quarter of 1994, matching this year’s gains. 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Based on the combination of income and retail trade growth rates, Richmond-Petersburg will have a marginal lead over the Northern Virginia area and a larger lead over the Hampton Roads region. Retailers in all three MSAs will realize above-average sales growth for the fourth quarter of 1998. Growth in retail sales should be about 8.4 percent for Hampton Roads and Richmond-Petersburg, and 8.6 percent for Northern Virginia. rr ^OKVHOUDAY^^ 029 Wood Boss with 16" Bar & Chain. Lightweight and Powerful, 2-Year Warranty ' $299.95 FSave $70 NOW 026 Wood Boss with 16' Bar & Chain Lightweight, Powerful, Easy to Start, 2-Year Warranty* 029 with 18" Bar & Chain A Powerful Saw Used in Farm. Home and Professional Application •2-year warranty on Stihl-Wood Boea Internal engine components with purchase of Stihi Oil. All In-House Saws Sale Priced In-Store Financing Available STtHL ftrteprtafjrw tmlfnmktijm'lMm A Celebrity is Coming to Town! Sail direct from Newport News to Bermuda! PUN AHEAD ASM! 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KILPATRICK Universal Press With the Yuletide approaching, it seems and appropriate time to recommend a few titles for a writer’s Christmas morning. Hundred of useful and entertaining books are waiting on a bookseller’s shelves. A good desk dictionary comes first. The 10th edition of the Merriam-Webster collegiate Dictionary appeared in the spring. I have nowbeen using it daily for about six months, and have found it generally first-rate. Some of its usage notes are mushy (for example, the usage note on “can”), but overall it’s a good book. To his credit, Webester’s editor in chief. Frederick C. Mish, disdained the cutesy-wutesy entries that so annoyed critics of the Random House College Dictionary of 1991. You may recall that Random House recognized such unrecognizable abominations as “waitron” (a person of either sex who waits on tables) and “womyn” (an alternative spelling of "women”). Has anyone ever seen “waitron” in print? Does any respectable publication use “womyn” in place of “women"? I cannot believe it. Random House did this just to annoy me and to get its name in the papers. Having said that, I have to add that I also use Random House every day, and I like it. American Heritage published its Second College Edition in 1982. It’s still an excellent choice, especially for the amusing and instructive notes provided by usage panels. Last year American Heritage came forth with its “Dic-tion-ar-y.”That is the name of the work. It is twice the size of the Second College Edition, but physically it is neither twixt nor tween. It isn’t large enough to go into the ring against Webster’s Third International or the Random House Unabridged, but irs too heavy for everyday desk use. Even so, I have developed a great fondness for it. Two old friends of the language. William Safire and Richard Lederer, are back for the Christmas season. In “Quoth the Maven” (Random House), Safire gives his fans a new selection of his justly acclaimed columns for The New York Times. Lederer offers “More Anguished English” (Delacorte), a fresh collection of hilarious fumbles, bumbles and boo-boos. Safire’s charm, wit and erudition are unbeatable in the field of linguistic commentary. He is always readable, and almost always eminently sound. His countinuing defense of the introductory “hopefully” is of course indefensible, but it’s the Yuletide. Go, Bill, and sin no more. Let me put in a plug for Jefferson D. Bates. Acropolis has just published his sixth edition of “Writing With Precision,” a practical, downto-earth guide to syntax and usage that will benefit writers of every age and experience. It’s in a class with William Zinsser’s 1985 work. “On Writing Well,” which says a good deal. A plug also for Professor James D. McCawley of the University of Chicago. 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Sports Brings Mixed Results JV Boys' Basketball Gets First District Win By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News SUIT Writer The Junior Varsity boys’ basketball team won a 40 to 39 thriller over Central Tuesday night, but the varsity lost a close one, 55 to 57. “The JV game was a tale of two teams,” Coach Gary Leake said. “The first half the team was passive and non-agressive. The second half they gave a 110 percent effort, and they were extremely agressive. They corrected everything I mentioned at half time.” He had particular praise for John Butler who scored 17 points in the second half. He was also pleased with the play or Eric Smith who got two big three-point plays to contribute to the rally. “We scored 19 points in the third quarter and only 11 in the first half,” he noted. “This JV team is a great team just waiting to happen.” He was a lot less happy about the varsity game. The team particularly struggled in the first quarter scoring only 7 points. “The start was frustrating,” he said. “We missed easy shots. Central out-hustled us with every loose ball and every rebound.” He did have praise for Jason Brown. “He played an qutstanding game with 14 points including three 3-pointers. “If we can develop the other players to play with the intensity he has, we can turn this thing around,” he said. The RCHS volleyball teams fell to Brentsville and Strasburg this week. “Our girls were really on for the first game against Brentsville. I would have put them up against anyone. This year’s Brentsville team is the best I have, ever seen,” said Coach Paul Paratore. The varsity played Brentsville last Wednesday, and was victorious in the first game, 15-4. However, they lost the following two games, 615 and 12-15. The junior varsity lost their games against Brentsville, 13-15 and 6-15. Coach Emily Wingate said, “We should have had that game. We were up by a lot, but lost that first game. We hope to beat Brentsville when they play us here.” “They held their own and did a good job. Their best asset is that they are very positive,” Mr. Paratore said of the J V team. In the Strasburg game, which the varsity lost 8-15 and 5-15, Coach Paratore said, “We had a mental lapse for the second game. I saw a lot of things that we can correct. Everyone is positive and wants to work harder.” “Shannon Walter and Amy Hathaway played especially well in the games against Strasburg,” said Coach Paratore. “Shannon is a hitter and Amy is a receiver,” he added. “During the Strasburg game, the junior varsity played in spurts. Some plays were brilliant,” said Ms. Wingate. “Strasburg really worked hard for their points,” she added. Strasburg outscored Rappahannock 15-3 and 15-5. Ms. Wingate said “Kylene Wolfe, Nancy Gallegos, and Sherry Lillard played especially well against Strasburg. The team did a lot of good things. We need to work on being consistent, but the girls are serving a lot better.” Of earlier basketball losses Coach Leake said, Brentsville is picked to win the district in junior varsity and varsity basketball. He said, “They have improved their athletic programs in every sport over the last few years. They picked up 130 transfer students this year. Three of their basketball players are transfers. That makes it difficult for us to prepare for a game against players we aren’t used to.” Brentsville defeated both Rappahannock teams last Friday. The junior varsity lost 35-53, and the varsity 61-86. Even though Rappahannock lost, “It was good to see them play that well against such a good team,” said Coach Leake. In the varsity game, Leake said, “I felt like we were in the game the first half. We struggled on offense.1 We were not in the right place at the right time. Players were out of alignment, and we had 21 turnovers for the game. “Jason Settle gave an excellent performance. He scored 30 points and had 15 rebounds,” said Coach Leake. “Jonathan Fletcher also played really well. He scored 10 points and had 9 rebounds,” he added. Unfortunately, J.C. Welch reinjured his ankle in the third quarter. “We were down ten at the half, and within scoring distance,” said Coach Leake. “Our junior varsity team was extremely nervous. Their junior varsity team had the advantage of playing at home. Our team played without team discipline and with a lot of nervousness,” said Leake. The high scorer was Willie Eastham with seven points. Jeff Atkins, Lee Freeman, and Chris McLear each scored six points. Leake said, “I am really optimistic with our start. I saw a lot of good things happening on the court. It is just a matter of making some adjustments. “The junior varsity needs more practice. The varsity needs more discipline and needs to decrease the amount of turnovers,” said Coach Leake. Extension Service Claims Successes By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer State Sen. Kevin Miller and newly elected delegate Jay Katzen joined the supervisors and representatives of the extension service lastweek at lunchtime for a presentation on the programs of the extension service. Mike Massie said that the pesticide cleanup sponsored by the extension service last summer had been very helpful to farmers who have conscientiously kept chemicals that are now illegai to apply. He said that in several cases the cleanup may make it possible to sell farms more easily. Alex Sharp told how helpful the orchard meetings are to local apple growers. Meetings are as often as every two weeks during the growing season, he said. Extension Agent Scott Cunningham said that beef farmers are benefitting from meetings and mailings. He said that some are switching from growing corn to intensive pasture rotation. This can save money and cut fertilizer use, benefiting the Dems Elect Officers At an organizational meeting last Thursday, county Democrats elected Kent Reeve to an additional two-year term as local party chairman. Franklin Schmidt was elected vice-chairman, Margie White was elected secretary and Ethel Bailey was elected treasurer. In addition the local Democrats are putting together a county committee with representatives in all the election districts. “We’ve had a very tough year,” Mr. Reeve told the group gathered for the meeting. “The time for grieving is over. It’s time to put that aside and get back to work.” BINGO Every Thurs. Night $1000 JACKPOT* 950 Regulars $75 Specials Seven *500 Mystery "G" 35 Games Nigntly Come and support your local Fire/Kescue Snack Bar SALEM Sue 51/2 miles North on Rt. 522 *if over 120 players environment, he said. Iva Lam told of taking the Master Gardener’s course. She explained that in exchange she has to spread the word to other groups and individuals. Home Economics Agent Helen Smith said that the Food Safety and Sanitation Course will benefit restaurant workers and those serving food in institutional settings. Many people have already completed this course, she said. They were joined by four 4-H members. Mary Beth Williams talked about being a counsellor at 4H day and overnight camp. She said the experience has caused her to realize what a challenge she was as a young child. Scott Updike talked about the work of the Livestock Club and his experiences at the Farm Show and State Fair. Mark Jenkins told about being able to go to Japan this past summer in the Labo exchange. He said it was a wonderful experience for him. Jerri Mallory told about the 4-H citizenship project that gave her an opportunity to study govememt and visit Washington, D.C. The program was organized by the Extension Advisory-Committee to try to forstall cuts in the extension budget in the upcoming session of the General Assembly. Both Sen. Miller and delegateelect Katzen praised the work of the Extension Service. Cordially invites you to an evening of Holiday Shopping on Friday, December 17 from 5-9p.m. * Free Refreshments * Free drawing at 8:30p.m. Need not be present to win Horse and Pet Supplies Rt. 522, Old Packing House, Flint Hill 703-675-1650 Hours Monday-Friday 10 a m - 5 p.m. Extended Saturday hours 10 a m • 4 p m Closed Sunday ^noose oc Christmas Trees Spring Hill Tree Farm^JL, Specializing in White Pines Wreaths ^ Complementary Cookies and Cider* *pTee fat &6iC*0iett '. Grace & Jack Boehm 703-987-9414 & ► From Wsrrenton: Take 211 West for 25 miles. Look for Rappahannock High Schoo^Aj on left. Continue % mile to Route 622. Turn right on 622 farm is one mile on rightW May Be the Biggest tv Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan Carol Schlemmerof Harris Hollow bagged this 11-point buck. WCDS Announces Science Winners Wakefield Country Day School at Huntly was the scene of bustling activity and stiff competition as students vied for top honors in the school’s annual science fair. Judges awarded first, second and third place prizes to projects from each grade of the lower school, which includes pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Upper school awards were given in the categories of biology, chemistry, environment, physics, technology and miscellaneous. “Best in show” awards were also given in both lower and upper schools with winners receiving $50 savings bonds. Pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and first and second grades participated with group entries. First prize was awarded to the kindergarten project which used the acid in lemons and table salt to clean the tarnish from pennies. Pre-kindergarten took second place with an entry using lemons to make invisible ink, and third prize went to the second grade project of making snowflake patterns using a solar-powered printing process. For grade three Alex Punell took first prize for his project on the life cycle of salamanders. In the fourth grade division Casey Longyear took third place for a project growing crystals. In the fifth grade division Jimmy Favereau won first place for his project on the bone structure of horses. In addition that grade hosted a room of hands-on experiments and games entitled “Passport to Science.” . The sixth grade hosted an earth science museum with exhibits including artifacts, posters, displays, books and models. . In the upper school division’s biology category Andrew Inglis won first place for a comparison of protein in the web silk of different species of spiders. In the miscellaneous division Welby Lynn won first place for her study of the antibiotic properties of selected natural foods and spices. Four Rappahannock residents were among the twelve students at Wakefield Country Day School who won prizes in the Samuels Library Holiday Writing Contest. Third grader Alexander Purnell won first prize for his grade level. Jacob Konick won first place for seventh grade. Andres Inglis took first place for eighth grade, and Welby Lynn received third place for the eleventh grade. The contest, sponsored jointly by the Samuels Library in Front Royal and the Royal Oak Bookshop, was open to all first through twelfth grade students. Entries must have a holiday theme and may be in the form of a poem or short story. Winners were to read their compositions at the library Tuesday, Dec. 14. They received their awards then. First place winners for each grade level received $10 gift certificates from the Royal Oak Bookshop. 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►Docket From Page A-2 Richard Kevin Graham, reckless driving (75/55), reduced to 64/55, $27/26. Wayne Lester Haller, defective equipment, $20/26. Charles W. Hartman Jr., 68/55, $39/26. Peggy Lou Hendricks, 69/55, $42/26. Richard Gordon Holt, 73/55, $54/26. Cynthia Sue Humphrey, 73/55, $54/26. Itsuro Inohaya, 71/55, $48/26. Rajesh Jha, 74/55, $57/26. Margaret W. Kelly, 67/55, $36/26. Trevor Todd Kibler, reckless driving (78/55), $78/26. Frank Lee Korff, operatore uninspection vehicle, $20/26. Kevin Eugene Locklear, 73/55, $54/31; 71/55, $48/31. Norman Bruce Mahar, 69/55, $42/26. Jaroslav Maier, 70/55, $45/26. Spencer Roy 'Marker, 74/55, $57/26. Naomi Evelyn McDuffie, driving under influence, continued to Feb. 8, 1994. Bobby Jo McKinney, reckless drive/fail to maintain control, reduced to improper driving, $25/26. F&M Declares Dividend The Board of Directors of F & M National Corporation declared a first quarter cash dividend of 14 1/2 cents per share at their meeting Dec. 8. The first quarter cash dividend is payable Jan. 25, 1994, to shareholders of record Dec. 20,1993. F&M National Corporation has nine banking affiliates. The Virginia banks are: F&M Bank-Winchester, (The F&M Bank in Flint Hill is a branch of the Winchester Bank); F & M Bank-Broadway, F&M BankCentral Virginia, Charlottesville; F & M Bank-Massanutten, Harrisongburg; F&M Bank-Richmond and First National Bank of Emporia. The West Virginia banks are: F&M Bank-Blakeley, Ranson; F&M Bank-Keyser, Keyser and F&M Bank-Martinsburg, Martinsburg. Kevin Lyle Melton, expired inspeciton, $15/26. Shelvy Leigh Milford, reckless driving (75/55), $75/31. Michael R. Moravetz, reckless driving (79/55), continued to Jan. 11, 1994. Sasha Marie Morgan; reckless driving (75/55), guilty. Charles F. Newman, 67/55, $39/26. Luis Felipe Odria, 74/55, $57/26. Susan Marquand Parrish, 69/55, $42/26. James Gray Pfaff, 72/55, $51/26. Ernest Scott Piscitello, 72/55, $51/26. Leroy Edward Prince, reckless driving (75/55), reduced to 64/55, $27/26. Gary Thomas Rafala, 67/55, $36/26. Dean Loren Rose, 67/55, $36/26. Richard Ruozzi, 69/55, $42/26. David Stuart Saunders, 68/55, $39/26. David J. Schmitt, 72/55, $51/26. Charles William Shelton, reckless driving, reduced to improper, $25/cost. Peggy Jean Shifflett, defective equipment, dismissed, paid $26 cost. Toshimitsu Shigemura, 73/55, $54/31. Teresa Marie Siegrist, 70/55, $45/26. Timothy r. sites, dnvmg under influence, continued to Jan. 11, 1994. Daniel Calvin Stanley Jr., 71/55, continued to Feb. 8, 1994. Thomas Scott Stephens 2nd, 67/55, continued to Jan. 11,1994. Barbara G. Sweatt, 69/55, $42/26. Williams C. Thatcher, 69/55, $42/26. Nancv Ellin Waldron, 68/55, $19/26. David Lee Webb, 71/55, $48/26. Franklin M. Winslow, 71/55, continued to Feb. 8,1994. Ralph Sutherland Woodruff, 68/55, $39/26. Fernando P. Zucchi, 74/55, $57/26. The following court cases were heard in the Rappahannock General District Court on Tuesday, Dec. 14: William Howard Merritt, driving under influence, $200/146, $150 suspended, /operators license suspended. Peter A. Bair, no county tag, complied with law. Lewis Ryan Fisher, driving under influence, continued to June 21. Pamela Darlene Higgins, 55/35, paid $26 costs, continued to Feb. 8. Ann Jenkins Horton, 68/55, $39/26. Chung Sun Jin, 56/35, $63/26. George William Knave, drive suspended, $100/25, $75 suspended, operators license suspended 90 days. 10 days with 10 days suspended; no registration, $25; no inspection, $25; no county tag, $25. Michael Joseph Leonard, 73/55, continued to Jan. 11. Henry Raymond Ludwig, 54/35, $57/26. Wayne Sholton Mallory, 74/55, reduced to defective equipment, $25/26. Latanya Lewis Shree McLean, drive suspended, operators license suspended 30 days, 10 days with 10 days suspended. Rhonda Lee Nagy, 60/36, dismissed Marian W. Palmer, 74/55, $57/31. Kenneth Lee Pearson, 73/55, paid $26 cost, continued to Feb. 8. Justin Adam Pruett, 73/55, $54/31. Kenneth Lee Vansickle, 69/55, continuedtoJan.il. Theodore Roosevelt Bailey, grand larceny, certified to grand jury; break and enter, certified to grandjury. John Everett Carter, fail to obey court order, continued to March 1. Shelby Jean Dolan, possess firearm/conv. felon, reduced to reckless handling of firearm, $50/146. Robert Shelton Eubank, drunk in public, continued to June 21; obstruction of justice, continued to June 21; comtempt of conditions bo, continued to June 21; drunk in public, continued to June 21. Edward Curtis Lambert, de stroy pnvate property, bond $5,000. Eric Morton, fail to comply and pay costs, continued to Dec. 21; fail to appear, bond $500. Angela Dawn Whited, forge and utter, reduced to petit larceny. James Randolph Cooke, indecent exposure, continued to March 15. Angel M. Rose, contempt of court order, serve 20 day jail sentence from orginial charges; fail to appear, bond $1,000, cost $71. Lewis Edward Burke, three counts of forge and utter, continued to Jan. 4. Kevin Locklear, trespass, six months with five months suspended, bond $1,000, $46 cost. Ronnie W. Crawford, trespass to hunt, dismissed. James Vincent Geaming Jr., hunt without license, $100/46 with $75 suspended. Christal Anne Kiser, fail to pay fines and costs, $250 bond, continued to Dec. 21. Randolph James Cooke, assault and batter, continued to March 15. Nancy Jean Elkins, bad check, paid cost. Sammy Foreback, curse and abuse, continued to Feb. 1. James Vincent Gearing Jr., trespass to hunt, complied with law. ★ PRIZES ★ REFRESHMENTS ★ AUTOGRAPHS 30 years ago, the Washington area was introduced to two great classics, THE FORD MUSTANG & SONNY JURGENSEN! Rick Hunt Ford has both\ Come meet Sonny and Washington Redskin offensive lineman, Joe Jacoby, and help us celebrate Mustang's 30th birthday! SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18TH—10:00 AM T01:00 PM RICK HUNT FORD Dolls Indeed Kappanannock News Man rnoto/^inay Man an Morgan Roach and Lindsey Neill-Dore were dolls in The Nutcracker last weekend. ►Disney From Page A-l ject to succeed. Reininger said the public sector must recognize the revenue benefits the park could generate over the next 30 years as part of its contribution toward expenses for such things as infrastructure costs. Disney this week announced new projections of $1.86 billion in revenue that would go to the state and county directly from Disney or through related secondary development over the next 30 years. Adjusting for 3.8 percent annual inflation over the 30 years, Disney says the county will receive $683 million and the state will receive $1.18 billion in revenue. Disney expects Virginia to use “a fraction of those revenues” for infrastructure costs related to the park, Reininger said. “We think it’s reasonable to expect." The park will require water and sewer service and an interchange at the 1-66 intersection at the site. Reininger said Disney would share some costs, but he could not estimate the amount. State officials and Disney have estimated the cost of the interchange at between $17 million and $20 million. The project’s opponents have suggested that the total costs could reach the hundreds of millions or billions of dollars, but Reininger said those estimates are way too high. “Those are grossly overstated kinds of numbers,” he said. The cost of extending water and sewer service 10,000-14,000 feet to the site will depend on the capacity and route required and cannot be estimated yet, according to John Sloper, director of the Prince William County Service Authority. Although the company will not submit its first development plans to Prince William County until Jan Regular Sales Every Tuesday 2nd Sat, 10 a.m., Every Month STATE GRADE FAT CATTLE 1s Tues., 1:3Q p.m. Every Month In addition to our regular sales on the 2*° Tuesday of each month, we will have a . State Graded Feeder Cattle Sale-Consignments Welcome. For further information call 364-1566 1 mile east of Marshall on Rt. 55. BINGO NOWON TUESDAY AT Front Royal Moose Lodge $100 per game •Guaranteed Jf,oool Jackpot Doors open at 5:30 p.m. No Checks Please uary, Reininger described the shortand long-range goals for the 3,000 acres. The plans call for no more than 20-50 percent of the 3,000 acres to be developed at maximum build out, years from now, Reininger said, and local zoning regulations will determine what Disney is permitted to do. The long-range plans propose low-density residential uses along the majority of the site’s perimeter, compatible with the existing development, Reininger said. The plans call for 1-66 to provide all access to the park, and Route 15 would provide access only to some of the residential communities on the perimeter. Between the residential uses and the theme park’s dense development at the center of the property, there is to be a buffer of green space and dense wooded areas, which exist naturally now. Some of the wooded areas may be used as a campground. A 27-hole golf course and a man-made lake in addition to one already on the property will become part of a proposed resort community. / After the year 2000, near the interchange, there would be mixed uses in a density to be determined at that time. “Our rezoning is going to be part of a public process,” Reininger said. . At first, the project is to include 150 hotel rooms incorporated into the theme park setting, with an eventual development of up to 600 hotel rooms and a convention center, but not until the market calls for it, Reininger said. The market is more than saturated with hotel rooms now, he said. ►Schools From Page A-l don't do, it is something people should be concerned with when they agree to serve on any board... “We have tried to keep administration down and put all the money into direct services to children, but safety is a direct service too. We have very little choice,” she said. Stonewall-Hawthorn District representative John Tole reluctantly agreed, but he said preventing liability was not the way to sell the additional position. He said that the school system usually treats maintenance problems after something breaks. He suggested that having someone in charge of preventive maintenance might ultimately save money. At Tuesday’s meeting the School Board also heard from a group of parents and citizens interested in having a school tennis team. The board agreed with the superintendent’s recommendation that the high school athletic director look into what costs would be involved and report back. Mr. Chappell reported that twice last fall the high school wrater tested too high for coliform bacteria. He said that warnings were posted at the water fountains, but he did not believe the Health Department considers the problem very serious. He said if they thought it was serious, they would have shut off the water supply. He said the water system was treated with chlorine.. He also reported that the school system is having problems getting the two new’ buses that were ordered for this year. He said they had finally been shipped to the chasis plant after he contacted the company last week. The buses w ere expected this fall. Mr. Chappell also reported that the elementary school is using about half the water allowed for their sewage discharge permit. He said officials at the State Water Control Board had indicated the addition could be hooked up to the existing system if the board agrees to move toward compliance with new requirements for removing amonia from the discharge. He said that tests show the school grounds don’t have enough suitable soil for a septic system With a drainfield, so the administration is looking into a package sewage treatment system. Although the meeting offered an opportunity for the public to make suggestions for next year’s school budget, no one had any suggestions. ►PEC From Page A-l plans and have an “independent analysis” made. He said the PEC campaign will spread into the rest of Virginia to convince people there they are affected also if the state has to take transportation money away from those areas to accommodate the needs of Disney in Northern Virginia. Give a living gift— this Christmas j A live dug tree and a wide selection of landscape plants at unbeatable prices jk Skyline Evergreen Farm Open 4 daj «rv«ry day Nttv 26l)ii* 23 (703)635-4366 From Font Royal, 10 miles South on U.S. 340, 2 milea East on VA6I3, Dentonville-Drowntown Rd. Lee Bird asked if Disney will be required to file an “environmental impact” statement, and Needels said PEC has hired legal assistance to deal with those issues. Peter Kreyling asked what Disney finds attractive about the Haymarket site. Disney likes a remote site where they can have “total control,” Needels replied. William Young asked what the impact of Disney’s “artificial history” will be on sites portraying “real history.” Needels said he had appeared on a black-owned radio station and many callers were concerned about how Disney will portray slavery. He said that the first step for Disney will be a meeting next week (Dec. 2D of the Prince William Board of Supervisors where they will consider a request from Disney for a reduction in application fees and a proposal to add a category for theme park to the zoning ordinance. He predicted that both proposals will be approved. Then, he said the next step will be for Disney to apply for zoning for a theme park. He said it will probably be early January before that happens, very shortly before the General Assembly meets. “Their plan is not to let us know what their plan is,” he said. Needels and Ms. Babcock urged people to get the word out and to give financial support to the campaign. “If it has to go to litigation, it will be a multi-million dollar project,” he said.

•Real Estate r •Classifieds WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1993 Local Artists-in-Residence Bri ng Variety to Schools I By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock Neva Staff Writer “If you understand that you are a part of the web of life, then you do not want to destroy it so easily,” said Dr. David Snyder. Dr. Snyder planted the seed for the ideas being carried out by the two artists-inresidence in the public school system this year, Laurie Marshall and Sharon Wyrrick. Ms. Marshall is an artist, educator, and long-time resident of Rappahannock County. She is working with 200 fifth, sixth and seventh grade science students at Rappahannock County Elementary School to create a 16 foot by 8 foot portable mural entitled “The Web of Life”. The mural will be comprised of three layers. The first layer is a painting of our galaxy, The Milky Way. The second layer, the invisible web, includes the microscopic and mineral levels: atoms, the elements, photosynthesis, the first amphibians, dinosaurs, Cro-Magnon man, and angels. The third and final layer will be the visible web. It will include things that compete in the process of keeping us alive. The border of the mural will be drawings and other artwork of the students’ ancestors. Some of these ancestors are Edgar Allan Poe, Lyndon Baines Johnson, James Monroe, and Frances Marian, the Swamp Fox. Ms. Marshall has also based a lot of the mural’s design on the beliefs of Mitch Waldrop, author of Complexity. In a telephone conversation Mr. Waldrop said, “In the web of life, there are islands of stability in mildly swirling and tumbling space. There are global flows of energy...If there is too much chaos, there is no life; if too much order, there is no life. At the edge of the chaos it is fluid enough to sustain growth and order, enough for the patterns of life to repeat themselves,” he added. Ms. Marshall said, “We are using these ideas when structuring the web and we will use them when we create the dance drama. Sharon Wyrrick, the artist-in-residence at Rappahannock County High School, is working with high school students for the dance, along with several other projects. This is Sharon Wyrrick’s first time as an artist-in-residence in Rappahannock County. She is an accomplished choreographer and actress who has performed extensively in Washington, D.C., across the country and overseas. She said, “It is a treat to be working at home and not travelling so much. It’s really great to be working with all the students and teachers.” Ms. Wyrrick’s artist-in-residency pays her for 50 days, and Ms. Mar Kappahannock News Mall Photos A. ind\ Mahan Seventh graders display their creation, Stage One of the Web of Life. Later stages will show invisible and extinct parts of life’s web, such as dinosaurs, angels, and minute particles, and the current lifeforms on the planet. The border of the mural will depict human ancestors, including ones the students may identify with. shall’s pays her for 20 days, so Ms. Wyrrick has the time to work on many different projects with her students. “I work in the classroom and work directly with the teachers’ curricula and with artistic processes. The kids get to look at their classwork from a different perspective,” she said. Ms. Wyrrick has been doing work with students in geography, earth science, world history. Spanish and problem solving classes. In Spanish class, she talked with the students about cultural differences and how they differ regarding . holidays, food and dances. They discussed their owTn family backgrounds, but many did not know about their ancestors. “That was a surprise to me,” Ms. Wyrrick said. Another project in the Spanish class was to study the art of hand clapping and to learn new dance steps. In the problem solving class the students were taught to choreograph a dance using computer skills. “We worked with a specific program," said Wyrrick. “We experimented on the stage at the high school with staging, formations, and using sample moves. By changing time and place on the stage they could create more elaborate designs," she said. The students then constructed a dance on the computer. They could diagram placement on the stage and specific movements of the dancers. The final phase was to construct the dance with live bodies. “I think they enjoyed the whole process,” said Wyrrick. About ten students were involved with this project, and they worked on it for a part of every day for two weeks. This project has sparked interest for a dance club at the high school. Twenty-five students have expressed interest in this extra curricular activity. The students would probably meet and practice in the commons area. In Beth Gall’s science class, the students designed aliens. “Their form and different attributes need to correspond to one of the planets or a moon,” said Wyrrick. In constructing their aliens, the students considered how climate would affect skin, eyes, etc., and how the alien would adapt to ditferent climates or gravitional pulls. Each student chose a planet and made an alien, using found materials from home. “In Mrs. Van Horn’s English class, we will do some shadow puppetry, enacting some stories from literature," said Ms. Wyrrick. One other idea which Ms. Wyrrick plans to execute is to have the students interview people all over Rappahannock County, for “A Day in the Life of Rappahannock”. “All of the subject matters we study are inter-related. All have value in terms of language. We are all connected as people living on the earth. It is important not to look at things in isolation from each other,” said Ms. Wyrrick. April 15 is the date set for the final showcase of the work completed by these two artists-in-residence and their students. All of the artwork will be displayed, and dance and theatre works will be presented. Philip Smiley and Alex Vacek discuss art projects with artist-in-residence Sharon Wyrrick Sharon Wyrrick looks at “aliens” made by students. County Stores Offer Lots More Local Shopping Ideas By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer Here are several more Christmas gift ideas, all of which can be found right here in Rappahannock County. FOR EVERYBODY Tom Von Fange, of Antique Tables Made Daily, makes bedside tables for $195.00, coffee tables for $295.00 and farm tables for $475.00 to $850.00. Country Elegance offers a blue enamel teakettle for $22.00, and a saltbox lantern for $32.95. The Emporium sells wildflower and clover honey in all sizes, up to a gallon for $16.95. Also available are country hams in all price ranges, Minnetonka moccasins and purses for $15.95 and up, Native American mugs for $3.95, bird salt and pepper shakers for $2.99. Parkway Gift Shop sells ladderback chairs with rush seats for $39.95, twig baskets for $4.95, and wood slat rocking chairs for $89.95. A shopper can find a brass sheet music stand for $90.00 at the Sperryville Antique Market. Also for sale is a glass topped antler table for $485.00. Fancy walking canes are available at Rare Finds for $26.50 and up. Also for sale are wooden African animals for $9.75, an antique white wicker chair for $175.00, throws for $47.00 to $92.00, a brass hammer with four screwdrivers hidden inside for $19.95, Mont Blanc style pens in a gift box for $26.95, and English cottage tea kettles for $26.50. Sierra Club, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Audubon engagement calendars are available at Cabin Fever Books, as w'ell as address books for $11.98. Books of all types can be found here, including a large selection of Civil War books. Handmade wooden bowls by Robert Bell, Jr. can be found at Windflow'er Gallery for $67.00 and up. Small matted prints by Tanya Richey are priced at $24.00, and baskets with leaves around the edge are priced at $6.00. At Chipmunk Hollow a large metal egg basket with metal rooster sells for $25.00. Country Manor sells .hiking sticks with Appalachian Trail burned into the wood for $7.95. Sev eral flags are available - American, horse, sun, cardinal, and others for $26.00. The bracket and pole sell for $12.00 each. Little heart pottery bowls by Gail sell for $3.20. Faith Mountain has animal shaped pewter key rings for $12.00, cotton throws for $37.00 and $41.00, and a festive 110-inch table runner for $75.00. The Washington House of Reproductions carries lighting equipment for every household. They sell tiny kerosene lamps for $24.50 and up, glass lampshades and chafideliers in all shapes, sizes, and prices, and Dietz kerosene lanterns for $16.50 and up. A brass kerosene chamber lamp can be bought for $29.50, and a restored antique floor lamp with fringed shade and tassel pulls sells for $529.50. Brass candle and hurricane snuffers are selling for $8.95. The Earth Gallery has rainsticks ranging in price from $18.00 to $52.00. Dinosaurs carved from ecrinoidal limestone are available for $18.00, 3-D topo maps for $8.95, a waterproof hiking map of Shenandoah National Park for $7.95, and Rainforest Crunch for $4.50 and $15.00. At the Rappahannock Farmers’ Co-op a cow bell sells for $5.25, overalls for $25.40, and a mini tin of bag balm for $3.30. T-shirts are $12.75 and up at the Trading Post. Down Under at Laurel Mills Store carries antique quilts for $89.00 and up, crow candlesticks for $57.00 each, a wrought iron towel bar for $16.00, and an appliqued tulip coverlet for $35.00. Also-available is a wooden lamb with wheels for $15.00 and a lemon pottery plate for f 3 c f f r t $12.00. The Horse n’ Hound has Zap Pac reuseable hand warmers for $7.95, a gold plated horse pin for $9.95, dark horse chocolates for $14.50 for ten ounces, holiday buckets for horse lovers for $32.00, and a fancy boot brush for $12.95. Saddles, boots and riding crops are offered in all types and price ranges. ANIMALS Local artist Maggi Morris’s handpainted gourd birdhouses sell for $20.00 at Down Under at Laurel Mills Store. The Horse n’ Hound has dog and at stockings for $7.50 and $5.50 repetitively. A booda bone is available or $2.50, flavored horse treats for 2.95, and cat and dog toys in all tyles and prices. The Rappahannock Farmers’ Cop carries several redwood bird seders for $13.35 to $17.25. A suet seder can be purchased for $5.05 lus $1.35 for the suet cake, and a histle feeder is priced at $13.15. iquirrel feeders are $7.45 and up. Catnip is for sale for .$11.45 a pound at Mountainside Market. Parkway Gift Shop carries hummingbird feeders for $5.00. CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS, CARDS, ETC. Country Heritage sells Eldreth Pottery Christmas plates for $15.60 to $24.20, and hand-painted tin dove ornaments for the tree for $6.00. Ten glass icicles cost $14.90 at Country Elegance. They also have a glass sled or drum for $5.95. The Middle St. Gallery carries hand-painted Christmas balls by Sperryville resident Barbara Sherwood for $8.00. Cornhusk angels for the tree can be found at Rush River for $18.00. A large selection of Christmas cards can be found at Mountainside Market, Cabin Fever Books, Rare Finds, and Faith Mountain. Cabin Fever Books carries wrapping paper, tissue, bows, gift tags and ribbons. Christmas cardinal napkins are $5.00 at Chipmunk Hollow. There are also tall Christmas candlesticks for $18.00, hand-painted pine cone Santas and snowmen for $7.50, and empty gift boxes for 48 cents and up. The Church Mouse has a large selection of ribbons and tree ornaments. Faith Mountain sells Christmas CDs for $13.98, mini-baskets for $2.00, and birds’ nest ornaments for $2.75 and $5.00. The Christmas Shop at Sunset Hills Farm is full of Christmas decorations. Mini decorated trees are $20.00, gold kissing balls are $22.00, decorated wicker sleighs are $65.00 and $75.00, and gift baskets are $19.95 and up. Saturday Dance at Bluemont Bluemont’s series of popular oldtime country dances continue this Saturday, Dec. 18 with the annual Midwinter Ball at the old schoolhouse Bluemont Community Center in Bluemont. The Ball features lively oldtime dance music by the Carolina Stompers from Ashville, N.C., spirited figure calling by Ron Buchanan. Admission is $5 per person and $3 for Bluemont friends. All are welcome. Once again, it appears that we have been unable to discourage the presentation of certain traditional irreverencies of the season; thus the return of the seemingly unavoidable Bluemont Sword Dancers. This should be somewhat mitigated by the first appearance of the a capella vocal group “Drive The Cold Winter Away” singing wonderful Oxford« carols and other seasonal music. As an added treat, there will be a performance by the Rappahannock Colonial Dancers. The Bluemont hall will be seasonally decorated for the Midwinter Ball. Sponsored by the Bluemont Concert Series, the dance begins at 8 p.m. with a beginner’s workshop at 7:30 p.m. Instruction and calling are provided throughout the dance; single dancers are welcome. Everyone is encouraged to bring potluck refreshments to share at intermission. The December dance features the Carolina Stompers from Ash ville, N.C. a wonderful oldtime danceband with fiddle, guitar, banjo and bass with calling by Ron Buchana from Pittsburg, Pa. The evening will include oldtime Southern and New England country dances in circles, lines and squares. These dances are held the third Saturday each month Oct. through May and attract people throughout the area with wonderful oldtime country dancebands and figurje callers and a friendly atmosphere that welcomes both new and experienced dancers. A Bluemont Dance committee of volunteers helps plan and present the dances; anyone who would like to help out at a dance or at other Bluemont events should contact the Bluemont office at the address of number below. The next Bluemont dance will be on Saturday, Jan. 15 with George Marshall and Swallowtail from New Hampshire, For more information about his or other Bluemont activities, write: Bluemont Concert Series, Box 208, Leesburg, Va. 22075 or call: 777-6306. Bluemont is located just off Route 7 on the east slope of the Blue Ridge in wester Loudoun County. From Route 7, exit at Bluemont on Route 760, turn left at T intersection onton Route 734 at the Snickersville Country Store, Community Center is 1/4 mile on left. , .. / Rappahannock News Staff WritePCindy Mahan rhis weary Father Christmas lives at Sugar Plum Cottage.

F.T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a. m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11:00 a.m. 11323506 Christmas Pageant 4:00 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study and Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. County Methodist Services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Dec. 19 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 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. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. L. Starke Jones Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Bible Study and Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Men’s Prayer Service 6:00 p.m. Bible Study Family Worship Center Bible study is held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the old school building, Mt. Salem Avenue, Washington. Call 987-8014 for more information. All are welcome. Sunday: Wednesday: Sunday: Wednesday: Saturday: Fellowship Assembly of God Interim Pastor: Joel L. Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a. m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Young People 6.00 to 7:00 p.m. Evangelistic Service 7:00 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Saturday: Prayer Meeting 9:00 a. m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a. m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Amissville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Thomas Everett Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a. m. Morning Worship 11:00 a. m. Wednesday: Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Bible Study and Children’s Mission Groups 7:00 p.m. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Nancy B. White Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a. m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Monday Youth Choir 7 p.m. and Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Macedonia Baptist Pastor: Rev. James A. Price Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a. m. Worship Service 11:15 a.m. Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. George O. Dean Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a. m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Tom Wiles Sunday: Adult Bible School/Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a. m. Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Meeting 7:30 p. m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Rev. Albert Verbeke, Rector Masses: On Sundays at 10:00 a. m. On Weekdays (Mon.-Sat.) at 8:30 a.m. On Holy Days at 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Darrell Bare Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Adult Choir 7:00 p.m. Youth Group 7:00 p.m. I County Christmas Programs Thornton’s Gap Baptist Church Thornton Gap Regular Baptist Church will present their Christmas program at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19. Everyone is welcome. Amissville Baptist Church Amissville Baptist Church will hold its children’s Christmas program at the 11 a.m. service on Dec. 19 and The Christmas Cantata, “Joyful Sing Alleulua” will be performed by the adult choir at 6 p.m. on Dec. 19. Everyone is welcome. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - Amissville United Methodist Church invites all persons to join them in a special service Christmas Eve at 7:30 p.m. There will be singing and read of scripture on this holy night. The Lord’s Supper and a brief message will be included. “Then we will pass the “Light of Christ” to each person’s candle as we conclude our worship before the birth of Je sus,” said Pastor Rev. Nancy B. White. “Join us in our lovely decorated church on Friday evening, Dec. 24. We urge you to bring the whole family as we come to the end of Advent and welcome in the Savior,” said Rev. White. Amissville United Methodist is located on Rt. 211 west of Warrenton and north of Culpeper in Amissville. Rev. White and the congregation welcome all visitors and neighbors to worship. Fellowship Assembly Of God The Fellowship Assembly of God Church will be having their annual Christmas play entitled “A Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas.” The presentation will be held in their new church on U.S. 522 at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18. The congregation extends a cordial invitation to each and everyone in the community. Black Oak Regular Baptist Black Oak Regular Baptist Church located on Rt. 729 will be having their Christmas program at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 23. The program consists of recitations, singing, readings and a play entitled “Simeon, The Stable Hand.” Mrs. Marie Atkins is director this year and Pastor Wayne Richards and congregation invites the public to attend. Living Nativity This Saturday A living nativity will be held from 5-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18 in the red shed at the base of Sycamore Hill beside the Rappahannock Library. The program is sponsored by the United Methodist. Willis Chapel Methodist Church Willis Chapel Church will have their Christmas play “The Wisdom of the Pines” at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19. Everyone is invited to attend. Wards Return Following Cruise Mr. and Mrs. William Ward returned home on Wednesday evening after spending the long weekend in the Bahamas where they took a cruise trip on the Norwegian Cruise Line, an all expenses paid trip which Mr. Ward won from the Pepsi Cola Company where he is employed. It may be of interest to some of our readers to know that Mrs. Hazel Delph had the misforture to fall, causing a compound fracture to her ankle. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Tharp of Culpeper visited Mr. and Mrs. Owen Cubbage on Rt.- 615 extended on Sunday. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 and Harold Frazier of Culpeper were Thursday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and family. The Fraziers were in Freder Viewtown Area News Best wishes to Mrs. Amy Foster for a speedy recovery who is a patient at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Mr. Richard Faulkner is a patient in the Fauquier Hospital and is wishes a speedy recovery. Santa will be coming to the Viewtown Store at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 17. Come and help decorate the tree with Santa and enjoy refreshments. Mr. Ivy Jacobs has returned 1 By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 home after being a patient at Fauquier Hospital and is wished a speedy recovery. 1i Check £fje £appat)annocb Jietos to find out who's getting married or who has tied the knot in your neighborhood. icksburg on Saturday. In an awards ceremony which took place at George Washington Carver-Piedmont Technical Education Center on Nov. 30, Michael Wayne Frazier, a senior at Rappahannock High School received an award as top student, P.M. Auto Mechanics II. Michael is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William Ward were Saturday “country breakfast” guests of Mr. and Mrs. Curtiss Weaver. Darren Tharp was honored with a party on Saturday in observance of his birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Shelvy Frazier were Monday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Burke in Rochelle. Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg attended the merchants dinner party in Madison Saturday evening. Sperryville Homes Welcome Guests Saturday overnight guests of Mrs. Catherine Brown were her granddaughter Jane Burnopp and daughter Jessica of Fredericksburg and Vickie Beach of Stafford. Mrs. Shirley Kushner of Gaithersburg, Md. was a Sunday until Tuesday guest of her mother, Mrs. Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Aylor and Heather were in New York on Saturday to'attend the funeral of Ranny’s sister Mrs. Joan Battaglia who passed away on Wednesday. Our sympathy is extended to Mr. Aylor and his family. Also accompaning the Aylors were Bonnie Aylor of Woodbridge and Stephanie Weakley of Fredericksburg. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Klatko attended Handel’s “Messiah” on Sunday at the George Mason University. Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Swindler of Hanover, Pa. were weekend guests of Mrs. Emma Swindler and Mrs. By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 Annabelle Swindler. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will host its annual Christmas E}ve candlelight service at 8 p.m. on Dec. 24. . Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Aylor were Friday overnight guests of Mrs. Bonnie Aylor in Woodbridge. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Klatko, Sara and Nadya attended the Foreign Exchange Christmas program at the Rappahannock Library on Friday evening. The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds Rt. 29 South - 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 547-9743 W.C. 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Washington Residents Entertain I Mrs. Edie Falls of Woodville, Mrs. Ann Simmons, Miss Lori - Breining and Mrs. Ruth Clark were Thursday evening shoppers at the Apple Blossom Mall in Winchester. The community was sorry to hear of the death of Steve Baldwin, our condolences to his family. • Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown and Bobbie entertained with a 13th birthday party of their daughter of sister, Amanda on Saturday eve- ning. Guests were Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls, Samantha and Robert and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown of Woodville and Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Beatty and sons Randy and Robbie of Point O’Woods, Front Royal were visitors on Saturday afternoon. Sunday Mrs. Sandra Hitt of Bos‘ ton and Mrs. Frances Eubank shopped and had lunch in Front Royal. Mrs. Alice Pullen of Flint Hill 4 By RUTH CLARK €t*3m . was a Sunday evening visitor of Mrs. Frances Eubank. Mr. and Mrs. Dough Estes of Culpeper were Friday visitors of Mrs. Addie Keyser, Mrs. Marie Rutherford of Front Royal joined them and all had dinner at the Golden Corral in Front Royal. Sunday luncheon guests of Mrs. Flint Hill Homes Welcome Guests Dinner guests of Mrs. Mary Bywaters on Saturday evening were Merlin and Joy Shorb, Jack and Mary Curtis, Mabel Lillard, Evelyn Walker and Alice Pullen. Also visiting were Carroll and Katie Pearson of Hume. Sunday guests of Mrs. Bywaters were Athenia, Matthew, Joshua and Angie Bywaters, Greg and Cindy Sanders and Nathan, Alice Pullen, Jennifer and David Bywaters, Evelyn Megeath and Ethel Whitmer of Front Royal. Mrs. Alice Pullen visited Mrs. Frances Eubank on Sunday evening. Wilson and Lois Duncan of Broad . Run, Edith Graves of Luray and • Mark and Diane Graves of Summerduck were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Lillard. Larry Clark of Front Royal wras a Saturday visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson and in the Bunny Hudson home. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have worship service at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19. By POLLY N. AYLOR 987-8136 The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Rodney Vest and Christine Vest visited Richard Looney at Woodstock on Sunday. Also visting were Mr. and Mrs. Tim Adams of N.C. and Mrs. Donald Hostetter and daughter, Karen of Cayce, S.C. Our sympathy to Mrs. Christine Vest on the death of her sister, Mrs. Helen Wright. A Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion service will be held at 8 p.m. at the Sperryville United Methodist Church on Dec. 24. It's a Boy! Mr. and Mrs. Ray Anthony (Tony) Williams and “Woody” of Front Royal are proud to announce the birth of their son and brother Wayne Anthony on Dec. 7 at Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal. He weighed nine pounds onehalf ounces and w’as 21 inches long. Paternal grandparents are Mr. Specialties By-Mail Guides Available Each year the Virginia Depart" ment of Agriculture and Consumer - Services prepares a pick-your-own I Christmas Tree Guide and a Virginia ; Specialties - Gifts my Mail cata• logue where you can order Virginia‘ made producted for holiday gift-giv; ing or eating. These can be ordered from ! VDACS Division of Marketing at ' 804-786-5867 or picked up locally at • the Rappahannock Extension Office, Kramer Building on Gay St. in ^ Washington. and Mrs. Bobby L. Williams of Chester Gap. Maternal grandparents are Charles W. (Joe) Thomas of The Plains and Evelyn J. Thomas of Front Royal. Paternal great-grandmother is Mrs. Laura V. Fidler of Huntly. Mrs. Williams is the former Dana Evelyn Thomas of Front Royal. ftappafjannocfejgeto* 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 ftappafjannocfe Main Street Washington, VA. 703/675-3338 Fax: 675-3088 THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY LANDFILL, RT. 639, AMISSVILE, VA, WILL OBSERVE REGULAR OPERATING HOURS ON DECEMBER23 AND 30, (7:30a.m.-3:30p.m.); HOWEVER, IT WILL OPERATE ONLY FROM •7:30a.m.-12:30p.m. on DEC. 24 AND 31, 1993 PLEASE NOTE: THE LANDFILL WILL BE CLOSED ON CHRISTMAS DAY AND NEW YEAR'S DAY, DECEMBER 25 AND JANUARY 1,1994. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!!!!!’ !> Teleflora lantern Centerpieces *45 ° Poinsettias - All Colors Grapevine and Artificial Wreaths . 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Clark spend Monday until Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Leo Howell in Richmond and Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Carroll in Powhatan. Have a great week! Browns Entertain Dinner Guests Mr. and Mrs. Tim Brown and sons Jason and Sammy of Washington and Mrs. Chloe Brown were Saturday evening dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Howard of Fairfax were Thursday luncheon guests of Mrs. Vallie Butler and Norma Holt. Mrs. James Sykes of Culpeper was a Sunday guests of her mother Mrs. Audra Crawford. Martha Lou O’Bannon and Carol Lee Hammitt returned home on Sunday after spending several days in Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wharton attended the Virginia Farm Bureau kick-off dinner held at The Mimslyn Inn in Luray on Friday evening. Rev. and Mrs. L. Starke Jones have returned home after visiting friends in Fort Worth, Texas for a week. The W.M.U. of Woodville Baptist Church met on Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. Wilhelmina Price. 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Flint Hill, Virginia 703-636-1972 uttdya DISTINCTIVE LADIES CLOTHING Christmas Hours Starting 'Monday, December 13 th ^Mon.-Fri. 9:30-8:00 Sat. 9:30-4:00 Christmas Eve 9:30-4:00 203 Southgate Shopping Center Culpeper, VA 22701 (703) 825-5182 ClIlllB Wakefield School in MarshallVirginia is pleased to recognize the following area students who achieved Honors during the first grading period: Grade 1 Honors Ted Day David Hesellon Megan McShea Will Napier Rebecca Nixon Grade 2 Honors Julia Baumgardner Nicole Cairns Lindsey Costello Bailey Fillmore Matthew Hesclton Ben Kelly Mary Yates Grade 3 Honors Nickie Bohardt Emily Boutwell Jarred Hill Adrianne Moore Adam Napier Andrew Napier Maxwell Parrish Gregory Roberts Emily Yates Grade 4: First Honors Spencer Baumgardner Jamie Braden Ashley Costello Brendan McShea Maggie-Sinclair Ruisi Grade 5: First Honors Stephanie Dolinger Elizabeth Jones Marylouise Jones James Pepper Kelly Brian Napier Laura Yates Second Honors Chad Clanton Emily Crabtree Grahm Masters Ned Parrish Katie Updike Grade 6: First Honors Christopher Carrier Sarah Yates Second Honors Ian Falk Jamie Harris Grade 7: First Honors Mollie Haxton Emily Phillips Andrew Speziale Second Honors Elliot Coon Justin Updike Grade 8: First Honors Adam While Cameron Yales Second Honors Sam Vanneman Grade 9: First Honors Alexander Kelly Scon Updike Second Honors: Levi Campbell David Daugherty-Knull Van DeBergh Cara Speziale MaryBelh Williams Grade 10: First Honors Lea Blubaugh Suzanne Carrier Jessica Haase Corey Noll Second Honors: ElinTauss Grade 12: Second Honors Morgan McLean Upcoming Events :f # . .'•« « Woman's Club To Meet I The Rappahannock Woman’s Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Mon-i day, Dec. 27 for their Christmas gathering at the home of Mrs. Karer^ B. Foster near Flint Hill. All members are urged to attend. 1 Christmas Food Drive In an attempt to help children realize that giving can be as re-, warding as receiving, a Christmas food drive has teen organized at the. Elementary School. Participation is voluntary. Families that receive the supplies will be anonymous. ! Food and supplies will be collected through Dec. 20 in the lobby of the Elementary School before and after school in drop off boxes. { Suggestions of what we are looking for: canned goods, coloring books, sewing kits, toothbrushes, notebookes, pencils, crayons, mittens, hats, scarves, first aid supplies, paper towels, drinks, cereal,' soup, puzzles, books and soap. Only new items, please! ) We are not looking for fresh fruit or vegetables because of spoilage. j Help us share the joy of Christmas with others in your community. Please contact Mrs. Lamma at 987-8259 with any questions. Breakfast and Santa at WVFD A buffet breakfast will be held at Washington fire hall from 7-11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18. i The all-you-can-eat buffet will include sausage, bacon, homemade biscuits, gravy, French toast, eggs, pancakes, hash browns, frier} apples, cereal, milk, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and juice. ; Prices are $5 for adults and $3 for children. All proceeds will benefit the Washington Fire Department. | Santa will also be available with his horses and will give sleigh of wagon rides. Citrus Fruit Pickup The Rappahannock County Music Boosters will be distributing citrus fruit at the Farmer’s Co-op warehouse across from the school board office. You may pick up your fruit order during the following times, from 2 to 4:45 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and from 8 to 11:45' a.m. on Saturday. If you can not pick up your fruit during these times) please contact your student salesperson or leave a message for Wendy Whitford at 987-8259. Also, extra citrus fruit is still avialable. Thank you for your support! : Santa At Viewtown - Santa will be coming to Viewtown Store at 7 p.m. on Friday, Deci 17. Come and help decorate the tree with Santa and eiyoy refresh*ments. 4-H Camp for Colverbuds Youth can develop an appreciation for an and understanding of others through an international theme indoor camp experience Jan. 28-30. Participants will attend classes in foods, crafts, music, and reo reation, planned around this theme. Other special events, including an indoor campfire, will highlight the weekend and carry out the theme;. The cost of the weekend is $47. . Adult and teen volunteers are being recruited and may attend the weekend at a reduced rate. Applications are available from your local extension office now, and need to be completed and received by thfc Northern District 4-H Center by Jan. 1, 1994. Parents may participate with the child in this event, but do need to register in advance. For more information, contact Helen W. Smith with Rappahannock County Cooperative Extension, at 675-3619. Walk-in Clinics A December walk-in clinic will be held at the Rappahannock Health Department from 9-11 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 21. The Health Department will be closed December 23, 24, 30 and 31. Adopt-A-Child Tree Girl Scout Troops of the Virginia Skyline Girl Scout Council will have a Giving Tree at the Rappahannock Library to adopt-a-child at Christmas for a gift. Gifts are to be taken to Social Services Office by Dec. 17. LFCC Class at High School Aerobic Fitness I (Course . PED103) is the next class in the Office Systems Technology Program (Administrative Assistance Specialization) offered by Lord Fairfax Communtiv College at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. The two credit class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursday, beginning Jan. 11 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The cost of the class is $88 ($44 per credit). For more information, pelase contact Dr. Ron Ludwick at Lord Fairfax Community College at 869-1120 or Jeanie Dwyer at the School Board Office 987-8773. School Concert The Rappahannock County Elementary School Bands and Choir will present their concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 16 in the R.C.E.S. auditorium. The evening will begin at 5 p.m. with a pizza dinner to support the seventh grade. Then, three bands and a com-, bined choir will perform a variety of selections. A reception will follow the finale of Good King Wenceslas. Bereavement Group To Meet The Bereavement Support Group sponsored by The Hospice of the Rapidan will meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Washington Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Please call 825-4840 for further information. Cookbooks Available The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department now has cookbooks on sale for $6 each. See any member to receive yours. Community Calendars Available The Rappahannock County Community Calendars produced by the Washington Volunteer Fire Department are available for purchase. The calendars contain many community organization’s activities and the school dates for the upcoming school year, as well as numerous birthdays and anniversaries. Calendars can be purchased for $3.50 for one or $5 for two. A special thank you to all the local businesses who bought ads for the calendar. Please call Ellen Manson at 675-1349 to order your calendars. AA Meetings at Trinity An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting is held at 8:30 p.m. every Thursday at Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. Overeaters Meeting A weekly 12-step meeting of Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is held at 7 p:m. Tuesdays at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call 675-3716. Support Group to Meet C/FORM, a confidential, weekly Support Group for persons living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. For further information on time and location, call 703-399-1304.

Hors D'Oevures for the Holidays By HELEN W. SMITH Exteraion Aftnt. Home Economic* According to cookbook author, James Beard, since the repeal of prohibition, there has developed a new form of hospitality of American - the cocktail party. With this has come the use of the age-old French hors d’oeuvre. There are many types - dips, pates, tiny sandwiches, onebite pick-me-ups on a toothpick, etc. Many occasions call for hors d’oeuvres: holiday open houses, parties, weddings, prelude to a meal, or simple snacks for watching Sunday afternoon football. Menu Planning When planning hors d’oeuvres keep general menu planning principes in mine: serve a variety of colors, textures, flavors (some sweet/sour, spicy/bland), and temperatures (some hot and some cold). It is better to have fewer, really delicious hors d’oeuvres, being sure to not duplicate flavors. Hot ones should be served really hot. Heat a few at a time and serve at once. Or, keep hot in a chafing dish. If hors d’oeuvres cannot be eaten with the fingers, provide small plates and forks. If young children will be included in the party, plan something they will like. Or better still, let them help you prepare and serve it. One of the easiest and cutest children’s hors d’oeuvres you can made is good old peanut butter and jelly open-faced sandwiches. Use holiday-shaped cookies cutters like stars, bells, trees to cut bread; spread with peanut butter; put red and green jelly in a pastry tube and pipe around edge to make a facy open-faced peanut butter and jelly sandwich. This first recipe for Peanut Pickup Stick comes from the Virginia r HOME ECONOMICS Peanut Growers. They are made much like Cheese Straws, but the use of peanut butter and peanut oil in the pastry makes it easier to mix and roll. The baked sticks or the unbaked pastry can be frozen for future use. The remaining recipes are from some very good cooks in Rappahannock County. Peanut Pick-up Sticks 2/3 cup crunchy peanut butter 1/4 cup peanut oil 2 eggs 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1 cup flour (about) Paprika Blend peanut butter, peanut oil, eggs, and salt until smooth. Stir in enough flour to make a dough which can be handled or rolled. Roll out on lightly floured board or pastry cloth to about 1/4-inch thickness. Sprinkle with paprika. Cut with sharp knife into sticks about 1/4-inch wide and 4inches long. With a spatula, transfer carefully to baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 7 to 10 minutes. Cool on baking sheet before removing. Makes about four dozen sticks. Meat Balls Louise McCulloch 1 pound ground beef legg 2 tablespoons onion flakes 2 tablespoons milk 2 tablespoons bread crumbs 2 tablespoons Worchester Sauce salt and pepper Mix and make balls-roll in-bread crumbs and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Sauce 1 can beef consomme 1 small can tomato sauce 1 tablespoon Worchester sauce 1 tablespoon flaked onions Snow Peas With Curry Filling Barbara Way land 2 dozen fresh snow pea pods 1/8 pound deli roast beef, sliced paper-thin 4 ounces (1/2 of 8-ounce package) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar Trim stem and remove strings from sides of each pod. Blanch pea pods in lightly salted boiling water 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water. Using a sharp knife, slit each pea pod open along straight edge. Cut twenty-four 2 x 3-inch pieces from roast beef. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Spread about 1 teaspoon of filling in each pea pod; tightly roll a piece of roast beef and insert into pod. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm. Yield; about 2 dozen snow peas. Sausage and Cheese Puffs Mabel Lillard 1 pound hot sausage 1 pound sharp cheedar cheese (shredded) 3 cups biscuit mix 3/4 cup hot water Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cook sausage in skillet, breaking up with fork until not pink. Drain off fat, cool. Spoon in bowl add cheese, biscuit mix and water, mix with fork until just blended. Roll into 1 inch balls. Place on cookie sheet. Bake at 400 for 12 to 15 minutes or until puffed and brown. Remove from sheet. May freeze and reheat. Salmon Pate Laura Patrick 1/3 cup cottage cheese 15 1/2 ounces canned red salmon, rinsed 3 artichoke hearts, whole, rinsed and drained 1 scallion 3 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 6 drops Tabasco 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained 2 ounces pimiento, drained In blender or food processor . blend cottage cheese until smooth. Add Salmon, artichokes, scallion, dill, Tabasco, mustard, lemon juice, and capers and blend well. Add pimento and blend quickly just to combine. Chill overnight before serving. Makes 10-12 servings. Smoked Oyster Spread Barbara Way land 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup chopped green onion 2 tablespoon mayonnaise 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 2 cans (3.6 ounces each) smoked ' oysters, drained and chopped Crackers to serve In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add next 8 ingredients, mixing well. Stir in oysters. Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers. Yield: about 3 cups of spread. Jezebel Sauce Mary Curtis 1 pound jar apple jelly 1 pound jar pineapple preserves 1 ounce dry mustard 1/2 jar horseradish Sift dry mustard and mix all in Nutritious Cookbooks For Holiday Giving By HELEN W. SMITH Extension Agent. Home Economics Are you looking for a gift for a family member or friend who’s on a special diet? If you’re like me, the gift catalogs have been rolling in and lots of them contain delicious-looking gourmet food items. But most of us have at least one person in our family on a special diet (i.e. diabetic, high blood pressure, low-fat or lowcholesterol, vegetarian). Or, perhaps it’s just someone wrho want to eat healthier and/or shred a few pounds for their New Year’s resolution. So, it occurred to me that instead of giving a deluxe food item to that person this year, it might be, kinder to give them a nutritionoriented cookbook. Here are a few suggestions: DINING GUIDE Bleu Rock Inn Yw\l HOURS Dinner Tues.-Sat 5:30-9:30 PM Sunday Brunch & Dinner 11-9:30 PM Tuesday-Thursday 3-course dinner $19.95 **-»*•>*. French/American Cuisine Blue Ridge Vista US 211 between Sperryville and Washington. Virginia 703-987-3190 The Country Cafe will not be serving dinner on Saturday, December 18 th The Cafe will be open on the 18th from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Only We are sorry for any inconvenience! Main Street Washington 703-675-1066 Call for Special Holiday Dining Guide Advertising Rates i&appafjanttocfe Jgete 675-3338 OpEN New Year's Eve UNTil 9pM FEATuniNq Sivioked RAiNbow Trout SpecUl Also: Open New Year's Day From 12 to 8 p.M. Come in foR a TRAdiTioNAl New OrIeans Hanq-Over CuRE~Hoppy JohN ancI a cold bREw!! Check the Rappahannock News next week for new winter hours and specials! PHONE 987-9565 • ROUTE 211, West of SpERRyvillE Join Us For 0 CHRISTMAS BUFFET 3$ December 25th * 12 NOON - 3:00 P.M. Turkey & Dressing Steamship Round Stuffed Fisk with Shrimp Sauce Mashed Potatoes Fresh Mixed Vegetables Soup, Seafood Salad Baked Ham Yams Fried Apples Green Beans Salad Bar Dessert ALL YOU CARE TO EAT - *11.95 Children under 12, - *6.95 For Reservations Call 825-1037 ! I, - 1 Aberdeen Barn ^ Rt. 29 Soutk ^ Culpeper gredients. Serve on crackers with cream cheese. - 2 Will keep in refrigerator -Tor weeks. Christmas Dip - Mary Curtis 2 small ripe avacodoes, peeled and cut up 1 ripe tomato, peeled and cut up .1/2 cup mayonaise or sour creant 1/2 small onion 2-4 tablespoons chopped green chilies drained 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt Put all ingredients in blendey, cover, blend until smooth. Put in covered bowl and chill at least 1 hour. Serve with raw vegetables or corn chips. Heart Disease The American Heart Association publishes three books: The Amiercan Heart Association Cookbook, The American Heart Association Lore-Fat, Lotv-Cholesterol Cookbook, and The American Heart Association Kid’s Cookbook. These books cover the recommendations from the American Heart Association on the health benefits of adopting a low-fat, low-cholesterol eating pattern as a preventative measure for coronary heart disease. They place a renewed emphasis on the importance of controlling Weight. Greater attention is drawn to the importance of training children to enjoy a low-fat eating style so that it becomes a lifetime habit. They include chapters on menus for special occasions, how to adapt your recipes, and dining out. Cancer The American Cancer Society’s cookbook, A Menu for Good Health, contains over 200 recipes reflecting the newest research on the simple nutritional guidelines that can reduce your risk of developing cancer. It covers the American Cancer Society’s guidelines which include: avoid obesity, cut down of total fat intake, eat more high-fiber foods and cruciferous vegetables, and be moderate in consumption of alcohol. It includes a chapter on meatless entrees, menu planning, and cooking methods. This book is $17.95 and available from the local Cancer Society by calling 937-4170. Diabetic The American Diabetes Association publishes The American Diabetic Association Family Cookbook which explains about food and diabetes, menu planning and using the exchange lists, exercise, and the overweight-diabetes connection. It includes chapters on dining outi fast foods, canning and freezing fruits, alcohol and diabetes, and recipes using artificial sweeteners. This is an excellent source of information and recipes if you have a diabetic in your family. General Nutrition Jane Brody, who is the nutrition columnist of The New York Times has published three books: Jane Brody’s Nutrition Book, Jane Brody’s Good Food Book, and Jane Brody’s Good Food Gourment. She covers the basics of nutrition in a way that is easy to read and understand plus includes many tested and revised recipes. I heard Ms. Brody speak at the American House Economics Association conference several years ago, and she definitely “practices what she preaches.” She explained how she had made a lifestyle change to eat less fat, less sugar, more complex carbohydrates, exercise more, and how she is constantly experimenting and revising recipes to reflect these changes. Her books probably have the most varied and creative recipes, including lots of ethnic foods. This list is by no means all inclusive, but a good foundation of basic nutrition books for people on special diets. Trade and brand names are used only for the purpose of information and Virginia Cooperative Extension does not guarantee nor warrant the standard of the product, nor does it imply approval of the product to the exclusion of others which may also be suitable. Some of these books are available locally from the organizations named above, plus our local bookstore is very good about placing special orders if they don’t have what you want in stock. If you’d like to take the most economical route, all of these books (except the American HeArt Association children’s book) are available in our local Rappahannock County Library. So, if you don’t btiy one for a Christmas present, you can make it your New Year’s resolution to check one out and bone up on hutritions as part of your winter reading. Merry Christmas and Happy Reading!

Christmas Tree Traditions Of the many traditions involving plants associated with Christmas, the Christmas tree is probably the most beloved. A wide-eyed child grazing at a Christmas tree is far removed from ancient Romans and Druids shouting incantations to a decorated tree. Yet, it is from these cultures that the Christmas tree custom originated. During their mid-winter festival, the early Romans decorated trees with bits of metal and replicas -of-their god, Bacchus. They also placed 12 candles on the tree in honor of their sun god. During the same season, the Northern Europe, Druids honored their main good, Woden, by tying fruit to tree branches and offering cakes, fashioned into birds, fish, and animals. The Druids, too, placed candles on the boughs of the trees to hpnor their sun god. Christians Adopt Pagan Symbol The legends of the Christmas tree offers many different sources of the Christian adoption of the pagan symbol. One legend regarding the first Christmas tree says an evergreen sprang from the center of an oak cut down by St. Boniface in 8th-century Germany. The oak symbolized paganism and its death brought an end to" the old ways. The new tree was to be the sign of endless life, for its leaves are evergreen. Another legend credits Martin Luther, the founder ofthe 16th-century Protestant movement, with being the first to add holiday decorations to an indoor tree. As he walked home through the forest one clear winter night, he observed the beauty of the stately evergreens and all stars sparkling through the blanches from above. When Luther arrived home and tried to describe the beautiful experience to his wife and children, he Mjras unable to find the words. To illustrate the scene, he went to the woods and returned with a small fir tree which was erected in the home and decorated with lighten candles. By the middle of the 16th century, decorated trees became popular in Germany and France. Christman Eve Important Point In Revolutionary War The Christmas tree was introduced to America around 1700 by German immigrants, but the custom did not become popular with most Americans until the middle of the 19th century. Although the records are not too clear, the first decorated Christmas tree may have been set up by homesick Hessian soldiers during the Revolutionary War. In fact, a Christmas Eve celebration by them may have provided Washington with the opportunity to turn the tide of the Colonial forced in 1776. On that fateful day, Washington’s men had little for which to be thankful. They were cold, hungry, and poorly clothed. The Hessians were confident of victory and seem to have begun their festivities with the drinking of grog the previous evening. The attack by Washington found them ill prepared for the rigors of battle. The first recorded account of a Christmas tree seems to belong to Charles Follen in 1832. He was a political refugee from Germany and a teacher at Harvard. Williamsburg Custom From Germany Another political refugee from Germany, Charles Minnegerode, made the Christmas tree famous in Williamsburg. In 1842, he became a teacher of Greek and Latin at the College of William and Mary. He decorated a tree for Christmas in the home of a friend, Judge Nathaniel Tucker. From this beginning developed the custom of lighting a community tree each year on Christmas Eve near the Tucker residence in Williamsburg. The first Christmas tree in church seems to have been in 1851 by Pastor Henry Schwan in Cleveland, Ohio. At first, his parishioners objected to this pagan practice. Some members of the congregation even threatened him with harm. But the minister convinced his flock that Christmas trees were a Christian rite, and opposition soon stopped. (Dr. Diane Relf is a horticulture specialist with Virginia Cooperative Extension and is a member of the faculty of Virginia Tech.) School Lunch Menus KCEs Dec. 20-Dec. 24 1 Monday, Dec. 20: Breakfast: French toast sticks or cereal/milk, toast, orange juice; Lunch: Fish nuggets, macaroni and cheese, glazed carrots, mixed fruit, corn bread. Tuesday, Dec. 21: Breakfast: Hot cakes/syrup or cereal/milk, toast, grape juice; Lunch: Chicken pattie on bun, hash browns, buttered peas. Wednesday, Dec. 22: Breakfast: Breakfast pizza or cereal/milk, toast, orange pineapple juice; Lunch: Hot dog on bun, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, homemade cookie. Thursday, Dec. 23: Breakfast: Elf scrambled eggs/toast or holly cereal/milk, toast, Dancer’s apple juice; Lunch: Santa’s sausage pizza, Rudolph’s corn, Donner’s applesauce, Prancer’s milk. Friday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve! RCHS Monday, Dec. 20: Little smokies, macaroni and cheese, buttered peas, chilled mixed fruit, homemade biscuit or cheese pizza, French fries. Tuesday, Dec. 21: Chicken pattie on bun, French fries, broccoli/cheese sauce, Christmas cake or gilled ham and cheese, French fries. Wednesday, Dec. 22: Lasagne/beef, cheese, buttered corn, pineapple and oranges, French bread or hot dog on bun or tuna salad on bun, onion rings. Thursday, Dec. 23: Rudolph’s meat ball sub, Santa’s hash browns, Donner’s peaches, Dancer’s milk or holly sausage pizza, Santa’s hash browns. Friday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve! Choice of milk accompanies each meal. Food Safety, Sanitation Course Set '.V . By HELEN W. SMITH Extension Agent, Home Economics ~ Virginia Cooperative Extension in Planning District 9, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of .Health, is sponsoring a 16-hour certification course in Applied Food "Service Sanitation for food service personnel. It will be held from 2-5:15 . ‘ p.m. on Jan. 12,19 and 26 and Feb. 2 . and 9 at the Madison Extension Of_ .fice in Madison. This course is designed to educate owners, operators, managers, , ,** and other food service personnel in proper food handling techniques and sanitation management. This course will help managers increase the level of sanitation in their facility, while decreasing the amount of foodborne disease. The textbook used will be Applied Food Service Sanitation (cost is include in tuition). After completion of the course, there is a onehour exam. With successful completion'of the course and passing the exam, students will be issued a certificate by the National Restaurant Association. The cost of the five-week course in $85. Registration is due Dec. 29. For more information and a registration form, contact Helen W. Smith at the Rappahannock Cooperative Extension Office. Charles Corbin Sr. Charles Lee Corbin Sr., 82, of Orange, formerly of Midland died Dec. 6 in Charlottesville. He was bom on Dec. 1, 1911, in Fauquier County, the son of the late Rexford and Katie Ennis Corbin. Mr. Corbin was retired from the William McCarthy Milk Transport Company in Midland as a truck driver. Mr. Corbin was a member of the Catlett Assembly of God Church. He is survived by his wife, Lillian V. Corbin of Orange; four daughter, Connie Heflin of Locust Grove, Virginia Grimes of Garrisonville, Lois Ringler of Orange and Lena Fredo of Bealeton; three sons, Ira Corbin of Bealeton, Charles Corbin Jr. of Sperry ville and James Corbin of Castleton; two sisters, Gladys Golden of College Park, Md. and Adine Guyer of Bethesda, Md.; four brothers, Oscar Corbin of Catlett, Welton, David and Rex Corbin Jr. all of Nokesville; 21 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Thursday, Dec. 9 at Catlett Assembly of God Church in Catlett with the Rev. Gilbert Foster and the Rev. Alden Yates officiating. Interment was in Catlett Cemetery in Catlett. Memorial contributions may be made to the Catlett Assembly of God, Catlett, Va. 22019. Eugene Miller Eugene David Miller of Sperryville died Thursday, Dec. 9 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Martinsburg, W.Va. He was born April 11, 1913, in Iaeger, W.Va. to the late Edgar and Ida Rose Lowery Miller. He enlisted and served in Submarine Pacific Fleet in the Navy and was the owner and operator of Skyway Motel in Sperrvville. Surviving are three friends, Ona Smith of Sperryville, John Floyd Nichols of Luray and Horace Jones of Richmond. Funeral services were held at Clore Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, Dec. 13, with the Rev. William Harrison officiating. Interment was in Culpeper National Cemetery with full military honors. Robert Turner Sr. Robert Jackson Turner Sr., 51. of Front Royal died Friday, Dec. 10 at his residence. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, Dec. 14 at the TurnerRobertshaw' Funeral Home in Front Royal by the Rev. Allen Baltimore and the Rev. John Pendleton. Burial was in Macedonia Cemetery in Flint Hill. Mr. Turner was born July 13, 1942, in Pittsburg, Pa., the son of James A. Turner of Washington and the late Lucy Timbers Turner. He w'as a member of the Promise Land Baptist Church of Washington and a member of the Pride of Warren Elks Lodge 486 of Front Royal. Surviving with his father are his w ife, Catherine D. Turner of Harrisburg, Pa.; four daughters, Stefinie A. Johnson, Sherris G. Turner, Jazan T. Turner, all of Harrisburg, Pa., and Robin T. Banjoman of Front Royal; a son, Robert J. Turner Jr. of Harrisburg, Pa.; four sisters, Virginia Little, Lucille Head, both of Pittsbucg, Pa., Mary R. Fletcher of Washington and Anna Bradham of Philadelphia, Pa.; three brothers, John Turner, Haywood Turner and Jerry Turner, all of Washington and four grandchildren. Eugenia Ferguson Eugenia Carrigan Ferguson, 88, of Chester Gap, died Saturday, Dec. 11 at Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal. Mrs. Ferguson w as born on Aug. 5, 1905, in Point Pleasant Beach, N.J., the daughter of the late E.S. and M.E. Neary Carrigan. She was a graduate of the Fifth Avenue Hospital School of Nursing in New York City and a retired reg Beginner Quilt Making Course Belle Grove Plantation will offer a six week beginner quilt making ‘ course from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. to begin Monday, Jan. 17. All classes will be held at the . .house museum which is located one . mile south of Middletown on U.S. Route 11. Students, instructed by Margie P Hockman, will learn basic quilt mak, ing techniques by constructing a six ; block wallhanging. Instruction will be given in pattern drafting, color and fabric coordination, precision hand piecing, applique, hand quilt ing, and binding. Participants will complete the course with knowledge of basic skills and the ability to complete any basic quilt of their choice. The cost for the six week course is $50. For further information and/or registration, please phone the Belle Grove office at 869-3511. Belle Grove is a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. American Heart Association WE'RE FIGHTING FOR VOUR LIFE The Final Tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME "The Home of Thoughtful Service" Phone 825-2361 Culpeper For Your Convenience 1-800-924-1266 CEMETERY MEMORIALS istered nurse with the Community Hospital in Roanoke. She was the wife of the late Charles B. Ferguson. Surviving are a daughter, Sara E. Quesada of Los Angeles, Calif.; a son, Eugene T. Ferguson of Chester Gap; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by the TumerRobertshaw Funeral Home in Front Royal. Helen Wright Helen Looney Wright, 81, of Cayce, S.C., formerly of Woodstock, died Thursday, Dec. 9 at the home of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Donald Hostetter Sr. in Cayce. The funeral was conducted Monday, Dec. 13 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Toms Brook by the Rev. George R. Feldman Sr. Burial was in Toms Brook Cemetery. , Mrs. Wright was bom July 21, 1912, at New Castle, daughter of the late James M. Looney Sr. and Mattie Stark Looney. She was a member and former Sunday School superintendent of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, and was an associated member of the Women of the Church. She was a former U.S. postal worker at the Maurertown Post Office and had been employed at the Woodstock Safeway. She was the former owner of Helen’s Tavern, near Toms Brook, and was a Avon representative. She wTas the wife of the late Frederick Lee Wright. Surviving are a daughter, Barbara Wright Adams of Nebo, N.C.; two sisters, Christine Vest of Huntly and Namoi Wright of Roanoke; three brothers, Richard Looney of Woodstock, Robert Looney of New Castle, and James M. Looney Jr. of Fairfax; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were Thomas Whittington, Frankie Whittington. Landon Walker, Gary Holler, Richard C. Hockman and Landon Fadely. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 104. Toms Brook 22660 or to the Hospice of the Midland, 1400 Pickens St., Columbia, S.C. 29202. Joan Battaglia Joan Aylor Battaglia, 61, of Queens, N.Y. died Wednesday, Dec. 8 at Long Island Jewish Hospital. A eulogy service was held on Friday with family and friends. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Dec. 11 at James Romanelli Stephen Funeral Home in Ozone Park, N.Y. Interment was at Pine Lawn Memorial Park in Long Island, N.Y. She was bom on Nov. 19, 1932, in Rappahannock County to the late Herman H. and Anna R. Aylor. Surviving are her husband, Charles Battaglia; a son, Angelo Battaglia or Orlando, Fla,; a daughter, Joanna Battaglia at home; a sister, Mary Ann Cozzo of Falls Church and a brother, Larry R. Aylor of Sperryville and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Joseph Aylor and Herman H. 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Mayberry DDS Family Dentist Washington Office 703/675-3530 EXCAVATION EXCAVATION & CONSTRUCTION, LTD Land clearing, lakes, roads, riding arenas 703-777-2390 FLORIST CULPEPER FLORIST Designs by "I'm so Karin"' 102 A North Main Street, Culpeper, Virginia 825-5238 1-800438-5238 Evening A Weekend Service Available HEATING Keys Heating & Air Conditioning York Heating SALES & SERVICE JOHN T. KEYS OWNER 547-3477 PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL PULLEN'S ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING Clan A Certified New & Old Work Pumps & Watertieaters in Stock-Installation From Erttmaimt on Nms Work 703-675-3219 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SERVICE AVAILABLE AT CULPEPER FARMERS CO-OP. INC. BRANDY RD. CULPEPER, VA 703/825-2200 STORAGE SPERRYVILLE STORAGE CO. Wi Handy Stonge IwWinBil Conatcbl Reasonable Rain 703/987-8507 SPERRYVILLE ,VA GREYST0NE TV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA VideoJfroducts. Channel Master Antennas. Gl & Drake Satellite Systems, Whirlpool Appliances 310 North Main Street Madison 703-948-2200 VACUUM CLEANERS Authorized ELECTROLUX Sales and Service Vacuums & Shampooers Servicing ALL maker Perry Smiley 703-547-3863 WOODSTOVES WOODSTOVES The largest selection in VA. Sierra, Jolti, Waterford, Hearthstone & Pellet Stove* ACME STOVE CO. 1329 E. HIGH ST. CHARLOTTESVILLE 804/971-6777 PAINTING ALMIGHTY & CO. Professional Painting Interior/ Exterior Residential/ Commercial References Provided Free Estimates 703-937-4520 ixappatjannocK fit to* NEXT DEADLINE DEC. 24th NTIN PIEDMONT PRESS Graphics Design & Full Color • Full Service Printing & Binding Brochures, Business Forms, Books, etc. Delivery to your home or business Orders taken at fiiappatwnnocfe iirta* 703/675-3338__

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If you need help with your ad, Call: 1-800-852-4797 2.. 4.. 6.. 8.. 1012. 14. 16. 18. 20. Additional Words -_22_ l._ 3. _ 5.. 7. _ 9. _ 11_ 1315- 1517- 1719_ 2123- 2325- 2527- 2729- 2931- 3133- 3335- 3537- 3739- 39Which Paper(s) Category#. Name ... Address... . City .State Phone. T -24. _26. -28. -30. -32. -34. -36. -38. 40. ... Zip.... Visa/MC#.. .Exp: Antiques 1 ft Collectibles Ladies Oak Rolltop Desk, $780; beautiful Mahogany antique secretary. $998; old wooden trunks, need repair, $45.00; Call 703777-8560, leave message if no answer. I want to buy Civil War paper items. Confederate money, bonds, stamps, letters, documents, photos, newspapers, etc. Call today for fast cash. 703-898Sperryville Antique Market 2M00«q.fLo* QuattyAntiquMmd Iff Bought, Sold or Consigned Thurs.-Mon. I0am-5pm 703*987-8050 or703*987*8180 Limited Dealer Space We buy Estates, Households. Antiques. Quality Furniture, Glassware, Jewelry, Coins, Valuables, etc. Culpeper Auction House, 703-825-9081. Announcements 3 Attention college bound students need money for college? Call 703-3272200 KING JAMES Furniture Repair Furniture repair, also design and manufacture of hand crafted furniture. M work guaranteed. 703*987*9341 Taxidermy. Lees Taxidermy. over 40 years in one location. Quality comes first when Northern Virginians largest studio preserves your trophy using guaranteed museum methods. 703-253-5271, 1800-423-3566. Trespassers on the Property of James McGrail or Mary Jane Swift (including but not limited to the turnaround at the end of Rt. 834; private not state owned) will be prosecuted immediately. Business 5 Opportunities Become e Paralegal. Join America's fastest growing profession. Lawyer instructed home study. The finest paralegal program available. P.C.D.I., Atlanta, Become a Veterinary assistant/ animal care specialist. Home study. P.C.D.I., Atlanta, Georgia. Exciting careers for animal lovers. Free fact-filled literature package. 800-3627070 Dept. CP738. Be your own boss Earn $2500 part-time, $8000 full-time per month, processing insurance claims for physicians, dentists-healtt* care providers. Software purchase required plus 1-800-722Reetaurant: Fine dining in renovated bank building. Shenandoah Valley, off interstate 66 and 81. Real estate and business, $199,000 00 703-869-1911. Snack Route - Own a 20 machine snack route. Only $1,900 down, remainder financed. Prime locations available. Training and expansion program included. Superb $ income. 1-800344-3251 (ext 7806). Business 5 Opportunities Wolff Tanning Beds. New commercial-home units from $199.00. Lamps-totions-accessories Monthly payments low as $18.00. Call today. Free new color catalog 1-800-462-9197. Construction 10 Heavy Equipment Bridgeports snd Other Vehicle Mill, step pully and variable speed with and without digitals and power feed. Also lathes, grinders, drills, saws, fabrication and more. 804-261-0102. Firewood 15 Firewood Mixed hardwood $100/ cord. 703-987-8796. Firewood, split seasoned oak, $85-$ 120/ cord, depending on location. 703636-4622. Giveaways 18 Giveaway- Guinea pigs. Call after 6:00p.m., 703- • 729-0556. Wanted/Giveaway New or used flat bed trailers, bucket lifts, golf carts, mules, tractors, PVC pipe, telephone or electric poles, sporting books & trophies. Great Meadow can use any and all of the above. Contributions may be treated an tax deductible. Call 703253-5001 ask for Judy. Seasonal 19 Specials Let SANTA CaO Or Write A Personal Letter To Your Child This Holiday Season! Call For Free Info (703) 327-2200 Make Your Child A Star This Holiday Season with personalized childrens hardback and coloring books offering 15 different storylines! Cafl 703-327-2200 Horses for 23 Sale Qualified Riding instruction $30/ hour. Special for Christmas, 4 lessons, $100. Pleasure, dressage, cross-country, jumping. Your horse or mine. 703636-2781. Household 24 Items for Sale Beautiful Nob Creek camel-back sofa blue green rose and tan stripes gave $1500 will take $200. Also cream and blue-green traditional sofa perfect $300. Blue-green winged back chair $300. 703-6751303 Sofabed • dark brown double, fair condition. Good mattress, $150/ best offer. 777-8560, leave message if no answer. Lost 41 And Found Lost: Set of several keys on gokttone wrist ring with Chrysler keyring attached. Please return to Washington, Va. Post Office. MUc. for 42 Sale/Rent Sporting Good*- Retail/ Wholesale. CFC. 703-3498888. Thousands of Yards of Carpet left over from new homes. Stainmaster and more. $9.98/ yard, installed. Call Hugh D. FullerCarpet Man. 703-822-4203 or 703-538-5324. WINTER SERVICE SPECIAL Dec 1st, 1993 toFeb 15.1994 All manufacturers of mowers, fillers and trimmers. his special applies to ALL manufacturers of MOWERSTILLERS-TRIMMERS. Call for appoWnwrfc * JA Swan, Jr. 4 Co. 201 S Easl St, Culpeper; 825-8371 or 800-584-8189 Miscellaneous Wanted 43 #1 Redskin Fan- Hog Wild" for Redskin Tickets. Any home garnet Will pay face value. Call 304-7287454 or leave message. Harley Wanted any year FLH. 883, Softtail, Heritage Springer, Rigids, Trike. Also parts. Excellent condition to basket case. Also Indians & Antiques, etc. 1301-420-9065. Timber- Middleburg based company interested in purchasing standing timber tor domestic and export market. Principles only. 703687-5513. Musical 45 Instruments For Sale: Spinet - Console Piano Wanted, responsible party to make low monthly payments on piano. See Ideally. Call: 1-800-3273345. Personals 47 Adoption: We are a devoted. secure childless couple longing to share the love in our hearts with your newborn. Expenses paid. Call collect 703-255-3738. Personals 47 Adoption. A Baby Is Our Dream. Happily married couple seeks to adopt healthy newborn. Pediatric Nurse & husband will give your baby happiness and security. Willing to pay medical/ legal expenses. Let's help each other. Call Carol & Scott at 1 -800-8953608 (in Northern Virginia). Crohn's and Colitis Foundation ot American Incorporated Support Group. 2nd Monday, monthly. 7:30p.m. to 9:00p.m., Loudoun Hospital Center, Conference Room #3. Genealogy Program for IBM/ compatible PC’s. Organize family tree. Display ancestors, immediate family, descendants. Display print, exchange files. Call 703-430-8360. National Association for the Self-Employed FinallyAffordable, Cost-Effective Hospital Insurance, Self Employed/ Small Businesses. Additional 140 benefits! Call Today! 1800-828-4672 (Underwriter PFL LIFE). Need $60,000 for College Education? We can help! Financial Aid, Grants, Scholarships available. No minimum GPA. Satisfactions Guaranteed. Free information. Gabryei/ International 1-800-4888945 Ext. 46. “Romantic Candlellta Weddings" Smoky Mountains- Ordained MinistersE leg ant Chapel- Photographs- Florals- Limos- Videos- Bridal Suites with Jacuzzis- No Waiting- No Blood Tests- Gatlinburg, Tennessee 1-800-9337464. We buy Mortgages, annuities, accounts receivable. Are you collecting payments on any of the above? We will pay its value in cash now. Atlantic Funding Co. (800) 5100500. Pete 50 Pups/ Sheltie Male and females. AKC, champion sire. Available January. Call Mary Alice Brown, VMD. 301-473-5636. Rec. Equip/ 51 Boats At Access. Boat for ssle- Special Winter Sale. 1989 Bayliner Ciera Sunbridge 2655. Ideal for family or couple, boating, cruising, fishing or even water skiing in the Chesapeake Bay. Mint condition, loaded. Docking agreement optional. Call for details, 703-815-3465. Lost ft 41 Pound Rappahannock Animal Shelter P.O.Box 428 Washington, Virginia 22747 703-937-3283 Hours: Tuesday, Thursday mnd Friday 9:30a.m.-3:00p.m. Saturday 10:00o.m.-4:00p.m. host Animals • Lab cross, Margo is a black female, 2 yean old, smooth coat, wearing a silver collar, lost in Culpeper. • Pointer, 1 Vi year old male named Brownie, lost in Markham, wearing an orange collar. • Brittany, 1 Vi year old male named Buck, orange and white, wearing an orange collar, lost in Markham. • Rotty/Lab, Sassie is a 2 year old spayed female, black and tan, weigns 70 pounds, lost on Rt. 600, Old Hollow. • Cat, Digger is a 3 year old neutered male, long and lanky, lost on Rt. 211 and Rt. 678. U.S. 211 onto639 Amissvillc, Virginia Services- 52 Business Individual sacks to borrow $100,000 at 10% interest for two years for business expansion. Reply to P.O. Box 359, Box I Leesburg, Va. 22075 EARLY'S CARPET, INC. Rl-211, 1 mile west or Post Office Amissville, Vs. 703-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 (Plbe mr (Toumell J Chimney Sweeping Relining #lb/agf)ionf6 fterbue Fully Insured Bruce Vierling 703-675-3508 Services - 54 Home Improvement L ft S Fencing & Construction. Chain Link - Board - Privacy Fencing. Remodeling - Bams - Additions. 703-937-4639 leave message, Steven Keys. Palm ft Psychic Reading •By Anna* She is guaranteed to succeed where other readers have failed. Don't let time or distance stand in your way. Please Call 703-635-9943 Sanding ft Refinishing hardwood floors. Reasonable rates. Call Roger 703635-2558. Services - 55 Miscellaneous We buy mortgages and trust deeds. Did you sett Property? Receiving payments? Why Waitf Fast. Cash Now. Any size - Nationwide. Great Prices. Call 1-600-659-CASH (2274). Rentals - Apartments Services- 56 Personal Assisted Living- 24/hr residential/ assisted retirement living includes room, board, and utilities- $1100 + - Va. Beach, Charlottesville, Lexington, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Gloucester, South Hill, Tappahannock, Emporia, Clifton Forge, VA., also Pensacola, FL. American Retirement Homes 1-800999-6637. Rappahannock Convalescent Aids Loan Closet Loaned free of charge - wheelchairs, hospital beds, walkers, etc. Call 703-987-8248 703-675-3602 703-937-4410 703-675-3765 703-937-5292 703-987-3116 Rental* - 60 Apartments For Rent: 1 bedroom apartment located in the town of Washington. Laundry and trash facilities available. $390/ month. Security deposit required. Call 703-675-3838 for information. Rentals - 63 House House for Rent in Sperryville area, three bedroom, bath, kitchen, living room, large porch, central gas heat, washer hookup, dryer, stove, refrigerator provided Security deposit required. $550 month. Available January 1, 1994. Call 703-987-8280. Real Estate- 71 For Sale Will you paint? Will you supervise construction? Do you want home equity? You can own your dream home! Call Miles Homes today. 1-800-343-2884, ext. 1. You can own custom-built home free and clear by writing an essay. Details: Send self-addressed Envelope: P. Flanders, 155 Stonebottom Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630. Real Estate - 73 Owner For Sale/ Lease Farm, 15 acres, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 7 board fenced paddocks, 12-14 stalls, hot water. House or barn may be leased separately. Middleburg area. 703-327-2326. 60 ) LEESBURG LOUDOUN HOUSE APARTMENTS SECTION 8 UNITS NOW ACCEPTING APPUCATIONS FOR OUR WAITING LIST FOR ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS SPACIOUS 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED CENTRAL AIR & HEAT 703/777-7303 10n-)|M Mon,-Fri. 11am Real Estate- 72 Owner House tor sale By owner. Fauquier County 5 miles from Warrenton. Cute and oozy 2 bedroom on private wooded acre, deck, fireplace, walk to Rappahanock river. $109,000 703347-1069 ★ MUST SEE ★ Will pay $1000 of closing costs. This new attractive rambler features solid Oak kitchen cabinets and fixtures throughout, Anderson windows, deck with mountain view, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wall to wall, 2-car garage, country kitchen, 5 minutes from Charles Town, Harpers Ferry and Commuter Train. 1248 sq.ft, on 1.01 acres. $103,000.703-430-8360. Real Estate - 73 Lots/Acreage American Land Liquidators - Lots, homesites, acreage/ vacant land. For sale by owners' across the country. Call for free lists/ property data. Buyers 1800-480-0090; Sellers 1800-364-6612. Foreclosed Lakefront 9 + acres - $39,990 300' frontage. All wooded, secluded parcel on 3,500 acre lake. Low down payment. 1 only - won’t last. Call 1-800-344-0947, ext 9377. Mountain Ski Chalet 5+ acres. $49,990. Breathtaking views!!! Huge, ready to finish, glass front chalet with wrap around deck -just 12 miles to the South's singe best ski resort & VA's #2 championship golf course. Come out & seel Call now 800-344-0947, ext. 9577. 60 Minutes D.C. Beltway. Potomac River Santa s Early!! $1,990 down payment $209.50 monthly payments and he's bringing you an unbeatable value on this wooded 1 + acre tract that has direct deeded access to the Potomac River. New paved road & Underground utilities. Owner financing based upon an additional down payment of $1.990 at dosing. Financed amount of $15,920 for 120 months at 9.9% A.P.R. Call 1-800334-3916, ext. 2277. EGP/ Owner. 2 Hour West DC Beltway Handyman Special 5 + acres - $39,990. A little TLC & some imagination and you could have your dream cabin on this property with a stream & pond site nestled among hardwoods. Deer & turkey abound. EZ terms with owner financing. Hurry! Won't last. Call 1-800-3343916, ext. 1877. EGP/ Owner. 2 hr West DC Beltway Below Market - Must Sell! 5 + acres - $24,990. Located just 11 miles from historic Winchester, VA. This spectacular property with its park like setting & scenic views is priced thousands of dollars less than comparable properties. Close to a 23,000 acre state forest with a 212 acre lake. This one won't last! Owner financing. Call 1-800-3343916, ext 1777. 2 Hr. W. DC Beltway Outstanding Value! 12.7 aircondition/ stream, $24,990. This all wooded with a stream & a pond site is priced far below market value. New road, recent survey & guaranteed buHdabte makesn this a property that will move fast. Owner financing! Call 1 -800-3343916, ext. 2177. EGP/ Owner. Real Eatate - 74 Wanted Wanted: Cattle and Sheep farmer looking to buy farm(s), (minimum 150 acres pasture) in Rappahannock County. Ca*703933-6916 anytime. Legal 80 Notices OMISSION AND ERRORS Although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers, the publisher does not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by error(s) or inaccuracy in the printing of an advertisement beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied. Notice of error(s) must be called to the attention of the Display or Classified department, depending on the type of advertisement, immediately following first pubiication and prior to subsequent publications. TRUSTEE S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue of the authority vested in the undersigned, Eric E. Adamson, Sole Acting Trustee, under the terms of one certain deed of trust dated June 22, 1988, of record in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia in Deed Book 169, at Page 139, default having been made in the terms described in said deed of trust, the undersigned Eric E. Adamson, Sole Acting Trustee, at the written demand of the holder of the note, secured by said deed of trust, will on the 29th day of December, 1993 at 10:00 a.m. offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder in the front of the Rappahannock County Courthouse, Washinton, Virginia, the following described real esate, towit: All that certain lot or parcel of land with all the improvements thereon, together with all appurtenances and hereditaments thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, lying and being situate in the Hampton Magisterial District Rappahannock County, Virginia, and being more particularly described as Parcel 8-C containing 25.227 acres, more or less, as shown on a certain plat dated July 17, 1985, prepared by Wayne E. Niskanen, entitled *Ptat Showing Boundary and Division Survey Parcel 8, Harris Manor Estates, Hampton District Rappahannock County, Virginia’, said plat being of record in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, in Deed Book 153, at page 336. Appurtenant to and running with the property hereby conveyed is a right of way over all roads shown on the aforesaid plat of subdivision, such right of way being included as a part of this conveyance. TERMS OF SALE: Cash. A bidder's deposit of ten percent (10%) in the form of cash, certified or cashier's check may be required from any bidder, with settlement within thirty (30) days from the date of the saw. This sale is subject to aft easements, restrictions, liens and other conditions or record as of the date of sale. Purchaser shall pay aB costs of title examination. recording costs (excluding Grantor's Tax), jmd conveyancing which shall be by Special Warranty Deed. If the purchaser defaults, Trustee reserves the right to forfeit the deposit .readvertise, and seN the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser; or the Trustee may avail itself of any legal or equitable rights gainst the defaulting purchaser. Improvements shall be sold as la’ without warranty of any kind. AUCTIONEER: Wayne Eshelman ERIC E. ADAMSON Sole Acting Trustee 106 Chaster Street P.O.Box 325 Royal, VA 22630 (703)635-7166 Front 1431584

RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS “VARIANCE APPLICATION ^PURSUANT io Section *12.1-10 of the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordnance and Section 15.1431 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, aa amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public nearing on Wednesday, December 22,1993 at 9:00 a m., at the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia to consider the following applications: VAR# 93-11-02 Application by Homestead Properties, 505 South Royal Avenue, Front Royal, VA 22630 Agent for Carol Lee LeBeau, to obtain a Variance to the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance and tne mint mum side-yard requirements of fifty (50') feet. Dwelling on property was constructed in 1967 and is In violation of side-yard requirement of fifteen (15*) fool setback according to the Zoning Ordinance adopted July 1, 1966. Property is located in Rappahannock Lakes Subdivision, on record as "Lot 10"; Tax Map 23A 2310; zoned *RR*, Rural Residential at Lake Mosby Drive, Jackson District. Reference: Section 11-3-1, Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance. 01430062 Vehicles 84 rtrMe CwHItec 1987 Sedan ^ .ffi,.1”**1* - sunroof, toscted. excellent condition, *5500.703-347-9581. Donate Cara, Vane, RVs, Boats, Trucks to Charity aSBr'Brafi J»®d not run. 1-800-9959197. Ford F-250, 1985, diesel. 65,000 miles, custom metal flat bed and hay bale han- ■ dler, valid inspection ahcker. $7,500. Call 703987-8150. Trucks- 85 For Sale Ford F-800 1982 Boom, dump truck, 8.2 Detroit. 10,000 pound capacity. 10’ flat dump. Great Condition. $8,500.703-955-4831 after 6pm. anytime week-ends. SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts lor cars and trucks Some new parts Motors femaissigia and awls •notoltod U purchased he*l Omi.000 cars and trucks at all times. tMoftryandSWIiumke cars and truces. Optm 7 doyi, Mott-Sal S-t S<mOay9-5 Leeato4nt22e. Imlsspaa c<4- vsr r*gr Scfwoi 825-2571 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK Leesburg Millwork Manufacturing Company has an opening in our Accounting Department. Responsible for processing invoices and entering on the computer. Computer experience required. Responsibilities also include: filing, typing and light bookkeeping assignments. Submit resume’ and salary requirements to: "BARBER & ROSS COMPANY P.0. BOX 1294 LEESBURG, VIRGINIA 22075 {7031478-1970 (703) 777-4200 TRUCK DRIVERS/ STRAIGHT TRUCK DRIVERS Loudoun County Millwork Distributor seeks responsible truck and trailer drivers. Daily local runs in the Metro area. Salary commensurate with experience. Steady work with up to 171 /2 hours of overtime available per week. Please bring a copy of current driving record and CDL license. No CDL license required for straight truck drivers. BARBER A ROSS COMPANY P.0. BOX 1294 110 CAT0CT1N CIRCLE SE LEESBURG, VIRGINIA 22075 17031478-1970 (7031777-4200 CLERICAL Part Time Bring your enthusiasm, tatent and office skills over to Avis at Dulles Airport! We’re looking tor a self-motivated individual who wants to work part time hours. You must be well organized, have good general office/clerical skills and enjoy working with people both in person and on the phone. Responsibilities will include answering phones, filing and typing. Some knowledge of word processing is helpful. We offer a competitive salary. Please call (703) 6613517 or apply in perosn on Monday-Friday between 9 AM-5 PM to: Avis Inc., Duties Airport (Once inside airport, follow signs to Avis Car Return Area). Equal pportunity employer. M/F/D/V. AVIS Covenant Transport $500 sign-on bonus (after 90 days). Last year our top team earned over $85,000 starting at $.27 to $.29 per mile. Plus bonuses to $38 per mile. Sotos welcome, spouse rider program, truck driving school graduates welcome, paid insurance, motel, layover pay, loading/unloading, vacation, deadhead pay requirements: age 23, 1 yr. verifiable over-fhe road, class A CDL with Hazardous Materials. 1-800-4414394. DRILL RIG OPERATOR Heavy contractor seeks experienced Drill Rig Operator who will travel. Must have strong mechanical skills. CDL a plus. Send resume' by 12/22/93 to: TERRATECH, INC. 101 Loudoun St., SW Leesburg, VA 22075 Equal Opportunity Employer DRIVERS Take the next step. Put the bosses money in your pocket. We arrange everything: truck, freight contract, insurance, and financing. No front money needed. Must possess Class A COL and 2 years experience. Call: 717-352-7379 Drivers (truck)- Tandem/Tri/Quad Axle Dump. Must have driving experience, CDL, DOT physical and good driving record. Excellent pay and benefits (includes payed health insurance, paid holidays and vacation.) Contact: J.B. Shotwell & Son, Sterling, Va. 703-450-2340. Heating/ Cooling Technlctans immediately. Great pay, good benefits. Call for interview 703-777-2505 evenings and weekends. Day phone 777-1693. VAN DRIVER #446-01 Part-time, non-exempt position, available in Culpeper. Must possess good driving record and skills. Ability to interact with clients from aging, mental health and mental retardation programs. Hiring range: $5.65-$6.35/per hour (effective 1/2/94). Apply with Board application by 12:00 Noon. 12/27/93 to Personnel, Rappahannock- Rapidan Community Services Board, 401 South Main Street, Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/8253100. EEO/AA. ACCOUNTANT Barber & Ross Company has an immediate opening for an accountant. Duties include general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial statement preparation. Word processing and spreadsheet experience required. Construction accounting experience helpful. Submit resumeT and salary requirements to: BARBER & ROSS COMPANY P.O. BOX 1294 LEESBURG, VIRGINIA 22075 (703) 478-1970 (703) 777-4200 CABINETMAKER Expanding Millwork Company near Warrenton, VA Needs 2 cabinetmakers with 5 years experience in wood & P-Lam fabrication and commercial installation. Must have own tools, transportation & ref. Please call: 703/439-2407 GAITHERSBURG CABINETRY & MILLWORK C0.t INC. MECHANIC & MECHANIC’S HELPER Hydraulic/heavy truck and troubleshooting experience. Must have Own tools and transportation. Good benefits and retirement plan. Chantilly area. 703/818-7660 SEAMSTRESS/ TAILOR Needed for custom sowing shop in Warrenton. Flexible hours. Call: 703-347-5913 UNDERGROUND UTILITY CONTRACTOR Now accepting applications for: • Truck Drivers • Equipment Operators • Laborers CDL Class A License. Preferable but no mandatory. Apply in person: 13850 BamsfleM Rd. La«C Herndon, Va. Sow Our Hair Accosso-^ rtos. We pay up to $366.00 weekly. Call now 1-813948-1295 ext. 33. Required deposit $25.00 refundable. COMPUTER PROGAMMER We are looking tor a motivated individual with mid-level programming experience in C + + under Windows to help us enhance our line of Optix® document management products. You should have a strong background in user interface development usina the Windows GUI. Macintosh programming, Unix, Network/ LAN, and imaging/ graphics experience is a plus. Join our jeans and sneakers working environment and you will be doing shrinked wrapped state-of-the-art product development. And best of all, you'll commute WEST instead of EAST. Please send resume and salary requirements to: Bluerldge Technologies,Inc., PO Box 430, Flint Hill, VA 22627, or contact Craig Landrum, (703) 6753015. Between 1-5PM. RESERVATIONS! The Inn at Little Washington, a world-class hotel and dining room, ranked #1 in the nation, is seeking an individual to handle our incoming calls and work with our distinguished clientele. This exciting position requires an excellent telephone manner, attention to detail and administrative experience. Evening and weekend work required. The Inn at little Washington P.0.Box300 Washington, Va. 22747 1-800-272-4466 PETGROOMERS WANTED to fill head groomer position in large, well established Pet Care Center located near Winchester. Excellent starting salary, plus housing. ExperienceC only. Apply in strict confidence to: Emptoyment/LAS 16 W. Main Street Berryville, VA. 22611 NURSING ASSISTANTS Full time 11:00-7:00. Part-time: all shifts. (Staffing ratio is 6 to 1). MARSHALL MANOR ASSISTED LIVING 1-800-296-2273 Driver* not one but three opportunities! North American Van Lines has openings for owner operators in Relocation Services, Blanketwrap and High Value Products. The choice is yours depending on experience level and type of operation. Tuition free training for the inexperienced driver. Attractive tractor purchase programs available. Call 1-800-348-2147, Dept. CL-31. AIRLINE FOODSERVICE Go places with the nation's leading provider of airline foodservice! Dobbs International Services, Inc. is interviewing to fill driver positions to service aircraft at Dulles International Airport. DRIVERS S 8/hour LOADER/HELPERS $7/hour We cater to your needs with: ■ Free Meals » Free Uniforms ■ Medical Benefits ■ Paid Vacation • Life Insurance • Seniority Raises ■ Bonus Plan ■ Personal Growth For consideration, apply in person beginning Dec 15 Wed - Fn . 8:00 am.- ! 2:00 pm. and I 00 p.m. - 4 00 p m and Sat 8:00a.m. -12pm at22601 Davis Dr.. Sterling VA [Take Rt 28 to Sterling Blvd . go right on Davis Dr ) Must be able to worn weekends, holidays, and available shirt assignments. 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— — »» vuuvjuajf, iyvvbiiiuv-1 i J, l 77J Realtors Stress Home Safety “The stockings were hung from the chimney with care...,” as the famous holiday poem reads, but did that care include making sure those stockings were fire retardant? The Piedmont Association of Realtors and its members offer the following home safety tips to ensure a happy and safe holiday season for you and your family. Decorating your home or apartment for the holidays should be a joyous event, but at this time of the year, it’s important to pay extra attention to safety factors, particularly those involving possible fires. Most homes are dryer during the winter months due to heaters and fireplaces. This dryness, combined with increased electrical usage, open flames from holiday candles and generally a busier household, necessitates extra careful attention. Carefully check all electrical decorations, particulary those that have been sitting in damp basement for the past twelve months. The National Fire Protection Association reports that during the 1980’s there were 560 structural fires annually involving Christmas trees. A dry tree and poorly wired lights can cause a disaster. Make sure that all electrical cords, lights and ornaments are approved by a testing agency, such as UL (Underwriters Laboratories), and are in good condition. Check for frayed ends or loose connections. Make sure that all extension cords are placed out of the normal traffic path in your home and that no furniture or other objects are resting on the cords. If you have pets, keep in mind their traffic patterns as well, and plan accordingly. Keep your Christmas trees moist by checking the water level daily, selecting decorative lights that do not generate large amounts of heat and placing the tree away from direct sources of w armth such a radiators, televisions and hot air ducts. Tree lights should be on only when an adult is present. Never leave tree lights on overnight. If you have an artificial tree, make sure it’s fire retardant. Fire retardant spray is available for both artificial and live trees. Scented holiday candles can make a home warm and festive. Like tree lights, though, it’s important never to leave a candle lit when an adult is not present to supervise its burning. Make sure the base or candleholder is sufficient to maintain dripping wax, and take care that there is nothing near the burning flame that could ignite. Carefully extinguish the flame when leaving the room, and keep all matches and lighters out of the reach of small children. The kitchen is often one of the busiest rooms in the house during the holidays. Take careful not that stove top burners have not inadvertently been left turned on. If you have small children in the house, you may want to keep them away from thf kitchen during the busy meal preparation times. It is easy to become distracted when trying to pre December According To The Almanack December's forecast according to the Hagerstown Almanack promises that temperatures will be average for the period, but with precipitation that is above average. Weather Watch: The month opens with snow and rain (1,2), follows by fair, cold (3-6) and windly, cool (7-10). More snow is in the offering (11,12), then fair, cook (13), with more snow or rain (14,15). (16,17) appear to be fair, cold, but brace yourself for Heavy Snow (18,19). It should be fair, cool (20-23), but there’s the possibility of a White Christmas with snow or rain (24,25). Again, it’s fair, cool (26,27) and cold rain or snow (28,29), as the Old Year winds down fair, cool (30,31). Winter Solstice arrives at 3:25 p.m. EST on Dec. 21 as the Sun enters the house of Capricomus and winter commences. Tornado Watch: No activity foreseen in the area for this month. ■' Full Moon which occures at 6:05 p.m. EST on the 28th is often referred to as “The Cold Moon”, but since it is close to Christmas, it could also qualify as this year’s “Yule Moon.” With the exchanging of gifts at Christmas, the true meaning of the season is often forgotten as it has become so commercial. Let us not forget the greatest Gift of all that Mankind has ever received in a manger in Bethlehem. Boxing Day: Follow the timehonored British tradition of giving gifts to tradespeople the first weekday following Christmas. J. Gruber’s Thought For Today’s Living: “Make all your resolutions for thf New Year with the best of intend tions, after first resolving to keep each and everyone.” % # pare a number of food items. Ask an older child, visting friends or realtive to keep small children occupied while a meal is being prepared. If there are no cigarette or pipe smokers in you household, but you anticipate entertaining guests who smoke, have an adequate number of ashtrays available, or request that guests not smoke in your home. A stray ash can smolder for hours before igniting in a piece of furniture or carpeting. Following the opening of gifts, bag all excess wrapping paper and ribbons, and remove to metal garbage can or dump site. In the event of a household fire, excess paper will increase the speed at which a fire will spread. If you home or apartment does not have smoke detectors, now is the time to have them installed. If you do have smoke detectors, check the batteries. A small fire extinguisher is an important household item as well. Purchase one that will extinguish all types of fires, including electrical and grease fires. Keep it in a handy place in your home. In the event of a fire, you don’t want to spend time searching for it. Review its proper usage with all member of your household. You may even want to practice outside on an imaginary’ fire. Make sure, however, that the extinguisher is fully recharged. Discuss escape routes with all households members and overnight guests in the event of a fire. Consider alternate routes of a preferred exit, such as the front door, is blocked. Check with your local fire department for important information on escaping safely from a burning home. Is the fire department's number posted in plain site near each phone? If you have small children. help them memorize the number and instruct them on how to call the fire deparmtent in an emergency. The holiday season can be one of the most enjoyable times of the year if you take precautions against accident which could cause a fire. By following these tips from the Piedmont Association of Realtors, you are guaranteed a safer home for you and your family and friends with promises of “...a Merry Christmas to all, and to all a goodnight.” r Give The Gift That Keeps On Giving 52 Weeks A Year Rappahannock J Give a subscription of the Rappahannock News as a gift that informs and entertains every week with neivs, fhurch, classified, real estate and informative feature articles. It's a thoughtful gift that will remind them of you every time they sit down to read it! Real Estate Transactions The following real estate transfers were recorded during the past week: Robert L. Hughes and wife to Robert L. Hughes, 0.30 acres, Wakefield District . Deed of Gift. Howard A. Clark to Howard A. Clark and others, 20 acres, Hampton District. Deed of Gift. 14th Annual Christmas Open House Eileen M. Day, Realtors Friday, December 17, 1993 4:30*7:00 p.m. Clop ton House _ Washington, VA REFINANCING or BUYING PLACE YOUR CONFIDENCE WHERE IT COUNTS First Atlantic MORTGAGE CORPORATION • Competitive Interest Rates • Programs For Most Borrowers • 1st, 2nd, Refinance Mortgages • Experienced Program Solvers 7617 Little River Turnpike, Suite 700 Annandale, VA 22003 PHONE (703) 642-8909 Statewide 1-800-648-3080 In-County_$19 Out-of-County$24 For More Information Call 675-3338 A spacious 2-story Tudor style home in Flint Hill with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large country kitchen with pantry, separate dining room, fireplace in living room, finished staircase to attic, and basement. Hardwood floors and doors throughout. Large outbldg. which could convert to a studio or guest quarters. *170,000. Rt. 522, Flint Hill 22627 703-675-3414 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 426-3500. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-543-8294. Combo Real Estate Available In 14 Newspapers 675-3338 Sperryville Realty SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM James W. Leake, Broker 703-987-8088 /office IDEAL LOCATION and setting, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 10 beautiful fenced acres with stream and view. Call for details. *125,000. CASTLETON AREA on Rt. 616, superb 1.8 acre lot with high building sites and view. $29,000. BUILT BY OWNER - 3 bedroom, 2 bath log home, kitchen, dining and living room area, den, large patio. One bedroom and bath guest house. 5 acres. $165,000. CASTLETON AREA 4 room dwelling on 23.5 acres, *85,500. ON RT. 522, south of Woodville, 4 acre open and wooded lot, stream, new survey. $35,000. Owner will finance. James W. Leake Jon Morgan 987-8236 987-8500 John Eubank Bud Corder 987-8146 675-3291 TRADITIONAL AS CHRISTMAS: Spacious, Hearthstone LOG home on 8.25 secluded acres, Fireplace with socks a 'hangin, large porches, over 2,000 sq. ft., pretty oak floors and cabinets, basement, 2-car garage, All for only... $217,000... RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER caresses 60 acres for nearly one mile, by antique uncovered Rappquier Bridge at Tapps Ford, open and woods, modest habitat, barn, partly fenced.... WATER: 250 gal I min (enough for 100 houses?), Olde spring and the cascading river complete with islands, $360,000 owner I agent terms or will divide... OTHER properties from $12,000 lot to $2.6 million estate? BE of good Christmas cheer and buy all of the above... ROGER BATCHELDER, Between the purveyorsofgood health in LITTLE WASHINGTON 703-675 1776 703-937-1776, 800-887 LAND FLINT HILL - Marshall Road: easy commute to 1-66 yet convenient to Flint Hill & Little Washington. 58.3 acres, beautiful rolling open land, stone fences and views. *5,200/ acre or *5,400 acre for 33 acres. One hundred two acres, divisible, rolling, elevated, streams, stone fences, views. Owners want offers! Ninety plus acres, elevated, wooded, stone walls, stream, and views you have to see to believe! *2,500/ acre. HOME FOR SALE Little ole house on a little ole acre, a little way from Little Washington for a little ole price of *99,900. Owner/ broker. Washington, VA 22747 703-675-1190 Butch Zindel Buyer Broker