Rappahannock News, November 23, 1994

PAID CIRCULATION NOW 2,950 5ufc$*ct ter ABC Atidtt r RAPPAHANNOCK hOUS&IOljbs 46th Year, No. 47 52 pages Bureau of circulation WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23,1994 Washington, Virginia Phone 675-3338 50 cents I Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan Friends of Gaia perform a dance of thanks for Rappahannock at the RLEP annual meeting last Thursday evening. RLEP Celebrates Environmental Victories By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s annual meeting at Spring Mountain School did indeed turn into a celebration of Rappahannock as those attendihg joined the Friends of Gaia in dancing. Robert Dennis, president of the Piedmont Environmental Council, received sustained applause when he got up to speak on the subject of opposition to the Disney’s America project, but he said he had come partly to thank the people of Rappahannock for their help in the fight. “Disney came here a year ago and left two months ago,” he said. “There were several reasons for that... the outpouring of energy from the grass roots,” was one, he said. Mr. Dennis said the letters to < politicians, newspapers, and Disney officials as well as the marches played a part. The entire campaign against the theme park is now being studied “nationally as one of the great grass roots” efforts. It is included in a course at the Stanford Business School and another a^ Harvard’s graduate School of Education, he said. The PEC spent $1.5 million on the effort, but Disney spent $1.2 mil lion on just one of its public relations firms, he said. “We learned the importance of regional government structures and how impotent they are in Virginia,” he said. “We learned how bad it is for government to solicit the business it is supposed to regulate and the vulnerability of people to the politics of jobs...The most important thing we learned is there is no such thing as a done deal.” \S Earlier the membership had elected a board of directors and heard reports on the new office on Main^ Street, the fight against the Rappahannock Electric Co-op’s pro\\ • t posed power line through the county , and the work of the Planning Commission in developing the brochure on ridgetop development. Jaimie Hammit reported on the work of the high school Environmental Awareness Club, and Robin Purnell reported on the Natural History Pay Camp. Children who had attended the camp performed some of their camp cheers. “I actually had a i wonderfiil time,” Mrs. Purnell said. * Peggy Schadler, who creates the elaborate masks used by the Friends of Gaia, said the group is a community theatre that “spontaneously combusted.” /, / • ;' - ?/ - Sawmill Expansion Gets Planners Nod Site Plan, B&B OKed By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer John Dove’s application for a special exception to have a commercial sawmill in an agricultural zone won a recommendation for approval from the Planning Commission last Wednesday. The planners also approved Werner Krebser’s final site plan for an expansion at Flint Hill Square and recommended approval for a bed and breakfast business near Peola Mills. Mr. Dove rents the sawmill owned by Aubrey North in Huntly. Last summer he received a building permit to replace the shed that covers the saw. He replacment shed is 30 feet by 80 feet, two feet wider and six feet taller than the previous shed, which was in bad repair. Mr. Dove said he also wanted to build a 20-foot by 12-foot shed to cover a debarking machine. The debarker will provide him with mulch to sell and prolong the life of bits used in his saw, he said. The sawmill business was grandfathered in the location, but as a grandfathered use it could only be expanded 50 percent. Mr. Dove decided to request a special exception to have a commercial sawmill rather than applying for hn expansion of a grandfathered use. Commission Chairman Mike Massie abstained from taking part in the discussion of the application and from chairing the meeting during the hearing on the application. He said he had previously owned land adjoining the mill and had sold it to his sister. ; Brooke Massie had written the commission opposing the application. She said her letter was based on the assumption that the application was for expanding a grandfathered use. She said pine trees she had planted to screen her view of the sawmill were no longer serving that purpose with the higher shed. She also said she was concerned with noise and with traffic on Route 664. Ms. Massie said the value of her property had decreased because of the increased activity at the sawmill. “My objection is to it becoming a processing plant,” she said. “When I bought my property, it was just a country sawmill.” She urged the planners to visit a sawmill in Culpeper to find,out how much noise a sawmill, debarker and chipper make. She suggested they not approve the shed for the debarker. Mr. Dove said he did not intend to get a chipper. “When I bought my property, it was just a country sawmilh” —Brooke Massie 'IMr. Dove’s application was supported by Richard Burke and Dean Hahn, sons-in-law of Mr. North, who said the activity there was no greater than 20 years ago when their father-in-law operated the sawmill, and Mr. Dove’s operation had greatly improved the appearance of the place. John Clark Jr. said Mr. Dove is providing jobs and a service to the farmer and the community. He said the new building is an asset to the county as well as Mr. Dove and urged support for the application. Patricia Cahill said her property also adjoins the sawmill. She said she had moved to the area eight years ago and had no problem with the sawmill when Mr. North ran it. See Sawmill, Page A-6 I. »0M*V Whi living “kouS^P/ea„ ® ^Ped by tb??t,le “nfortif tbev ^ *»£&**/ CSS*ones J0tso, -^don''°fflce^Xe,,UestV' jSSS£*j3 'C:^yorno^ ^nZi^Z^ ^ Sen-/ gvSK£^» ^zr^Tm .■ fcaoew Glance Pm^ZTyd^*’cZ%ity' **> "^•s■■Keaa.Ss.. Rappahannock Newt Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan Peggy Kelly sits with daughter Shannon in the large playroom at CCLC. Is Disney Trip In Child'S Future? Last spring Shannon Shrader was apparently a normal kindergartener. She enjoyed school and her friends. She had a fairly new baby sister. But her mother Peggy Kelly was worried because she kept bumping into things. She wondered if Shannon needed glasses. Last summer she took Shannon to have her eyes checked, and that led to more and more tests. Shannon’s symptoms grew much more serious. Suddenly she was paralyzed on one side and had twitches on the other. A two-and-a-half-week hospital stay ended with a biopsy that revealed a large malignant brain tumor. It was not operable, and the doctors gave Shannon about six months to live. The only hope was extensive radiation treatment. The family of four tried for a week at the beach. But that trip was cut short when spinal fluids began building up on Shannon’s brain. An emergency helicopter ride was followed by surgery to put in a shunt to drain off the fluid, and the family began the series of radiation treatments. Five days a week Mrs. Kelly took Shannon to Fairfax Hospital for radiation. At about the half-way point, there was a one-week time off from the treatments. When Mrs. Kelly married Stan Kelly, Shannon’s See Shannon, Page A-6 Family Home Saved But Fire Truck Breaks Through Bridge By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock New* Staff Writer Carol Lucking woke up to crackling sounds at 2 a.m. on a recent morning. She and her husband Bob jumped out of bed and checked the woodstove. It was fine. Bob went outside and saw all the trees lit up from their burning roof. “He flew inside and said, ‘Call 911!”’ she reported. She called 911, grabbed their three children and put them in the car, then returned for the numerous dogs and cats. She and the kids drove out to the road to make it easier for the fire truck to find them. In the meantime, Mr. Lucking turned on the water hose, climbed a ladder, and diligently kept the hose turned on the roof until the fire truck arrived. They told him that the house would probably have been a loss if he had not kept the water on it. One major problem occurred when the fire truck did arrive. When the 15-ton truck crossed the bridge made to withstand only a 2-ton load, it broke the bridge, though the truck was able to make it up to the house. Other trucks arrived, but were unable to make it across the bridge, and there was no other access to the house. Luckily there was enough water in the one truck, from Sperryville, to extinguish the fire. However, if it had not gotten over the bridge, there probably would be no house there now. The truck was temporarily stuck at the Luckings house. It was impossible to use the bridge again. The fire truck was driven out the next day, but first a ford had to be graded across the river. Few people consider the weight of a fire truck loaded with water when they construct a private bridge. A fire can happen to anyone at any time. This one was an electrical fire, due to a faulty wire. The new addresses being given out to everyone in the county for 911 purposes will also help fire and res cue crews reach their destinations much quicker. The Luckings live in Old Hollow, and Mrs. Lucking told the 911 operator that she lived three driveways past Eileen Day’s house. The operator didn’t know where that was, so Mrs. Lucking further explained it, but a definite address will help in the future, if another crisis occurs. Mrs. Lucking said that the rescue squad came and brought blankets for her and her family. She said, “I have nothing but great respect for the crews. They got here at just the right time.” She said the firemen had to knock all of the shingles off the roof to the get to the fire underneath. The Lucking children are homeschooled, and Mrs. Lucking said that this incident really highlighted the importance of fire education. Her family had plans for what to do in case of a fire, and they got out quickly. Her son Windham did a drawing of the house on fire. The Lucking family is indeed \ very lucky. The only thing they have to replace from the fire and water damage is their VCR. Their friend Peter Kreyling will be bringing his work crew over this week to fix the roof. Rappahannock News Suff Photo/Cindy Macau Ihe driveway and recently repaired bridge form a backdrop for lumber from the broken bridge in the foreground.

Cubs Scout Pack Holds 'Turkey Shoot' / Pet of the Week: The featured dog at the Shelter in Amissville this week is a Boxer/mix, Buddy is an energetic one-year-old male, 50 pounds, tan short coat. • Foxhound, Titus is a oneyear-old male, white and brown. • Cat, Rusty is a one-year-old male tabby, orange. • Pek/terrier mix, buttons is a three-year-old tan female. To reach the shelter call 9373283 or 937-3336. The shelter is open from 9:30 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. By LIBET PIERSON Bear Den Leader Soaring arrows and feathers fluttering in the breeze marked Cub Scout Pack 123’s “Turkey Shoot” at the November pack meeting this past Saturday. Cub Scouts from all five dens competed with homemade bows and arrows for prizes in craftsmanship, long distance shooting and accuracy. Many scouts clearly put a lot of time into making the well crafted and ornately decorated bows and arrows displayed on the tables at the Rappahannock Park. Some arrows boasted real feathers neatly affixed to the notched end of the straighest twigs that could be found. The bows, made from branches or sapling tree trunks, sported carvings, hand grips, decorative beads, feathers, rawhide and colorful yam or string. A blue and green peacock feather adorned one bow. Brass shell casings provided the tips for a pair of arrows in another set. A small skull served as an ornament on a particularly distinctive bow. Faced with all this creativity, the judges had sone hard decisions to make in establishing placements. After much deliberation, the follwing scouts were awarded first place for the best-looking bow and arrow set in each den: Jeremy Miller, Humberto Perya, Daniel Pierson, Alex Purnell and Ben Price. Quality craftsmanship is to be ad mired, but when it comes down to it, a bow must shoot and the arrows must fly. The performace of both the archer and his handmade equipment was put to the test in the long distance shooting competition. An erratic breeze added to the difficulty as each bowman took his turn at the line. Despite the meterorological meddling, several scouts sent their arrows flying sixty feet and more. Placing first in the long distance event were Jamie Dwyer, Max Haynes, Daniel Pierson, Jeffrey Scorggins and Philip Thomas. The most demanding contest of the day was the accuracy competition. Plywood panels with “portraits” of turkeys served as targets with the scout hitting closest to the center mark winning. Practice paid off for the first place archer in each den who was awarded a gift certificate from the Giant Food store in Warrenton. These certificates will give the scouts a chance to make a special contribution to their families’ Thanksgiving feasts. Earning first ? place in the “Turkey Shoot” competition were Matthew Elliot, Tymeyer Freeman, Henry Robertson, Joey Pullen and Philip Thomas. Applause and frequent 'exclamations of “way to go!” accompanied each scout as he accepted his award ribbon from Cubmaster Dave Rie miiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiimiiiimiiiiiimmiiiiii *************************************** YOUR LOCALLY OWNED INDEPBIDRIT BANK LOAN COUPON PROMOTION [ STILL SPECIAL LOW RATE 8.95% APR UNTIL 11-30-94 CALL US NOW „■ (703)675-3519 (703)987-8888 * * * * ♦ * Rappahannock National Bank Washington, VA 22747 Member row ■quel Housing Lender r******************** .-************** t iiiiiiinimitmW4W*iiiim»<lllllibmnmiiiiiiiiiinHHiy Soils* Jlcd.il r' ■ -jS IS ; V6, Automatic, GL, Power Windows, Power Locks, AM/FM Casstte, AC AC, 4 Cylinder, Manual Transmission <f» th* meUa 4Hii+ 40 _ Ufill tool . RICK HUNT FORD UNCOLN • MERCURY 703-347-1234 • 800-868-4660 del. The scout leaders want to thank all the scouts and their families for their enthusiams and good sportsmanship. You are all winners! Following the “Turkey Shoot” awards, a number of scouts received further accollades for their achievements during the past few weeks. Jacob Stilley in Wolf Den 1 and Henry Robertson in Bear Den 2 both fulfilled the requirements necessary to earn their Bobcat badges. Several scouts in Webelos Den I completed the requirements for their Engi Beef Improvement Sales Set By KENNER LOVE Extenrion Agent. ANR Two annual Virginia Beef Cattle Improvement Association sponsored performance tested bull and commercial bred replacement heifer sales are schedule in early December. The 20th Annual All Breed Performance Tested Bull and Commercial Heifer Sale will be held at the Augusta Expoland near Staunton at 12 noon on Saturday, Dec. 3. There will be 71 performance tested, service age bulls including 46 Angus, six Polled Hereford, six Charolais, six Simmental, six Gelbvieh and one Braunvieh. There will be 108 spring calving commercial replacement heifers which will sell immediately following the bull sale. The 10th Annual Southside All Breed Performance Tested Bull and Commercial Heifer Sale will be held at the Southside Livestock Market at Blackstone at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9. There will be 42 bulls selling, which include 25 Angus, two Polled Hereford, four Charolais, nine Simmental, one Gilbvieh and one Chiangus. There will be 78 commercial replacement heifers in the sale including 45 spring calving bred heifers, eight recently exposed heifers for fall calving and 25 open heifers. The bulls in both sales are consigned by members of the Virginia Beef Cattle improvement Association and will have complete performance records based on on-farm performance tests. EPD data for birth weight, weaning weight, yearling weight and maternal milk will also be available in the catalog. In addition, current weight, frame score and scrotal circumference will be made available at the sale. All neering or Handyman achievement, pins. There were a couple of particularly handworking scouts who earned both pins this past month. Congratulations are due all these scouts—keep up the good work! The next pack meeting will be held on Dec. 10 and will including a winter hike in Shenandoah National Park. The boys are eagerly anticipating this adventure, and we hope our good luck with the weather holds. If it doesn’t, the rain date is Dec. 17. bulls will have a negative TB and Bangs test. The heifers in both sales will be calfhood vaccinated for Brucellosis and will have a negative test for Tuberculosis. The sales are sponsored by the Virginia Beef Cattle Improvement Association, Department of Animal and Poultry Science, at Virginia Tech. For catalogs contact sale manager Jim Johnson, Virginia Cattlemen’s Association, Box 176, Daleville, Va. 24083 (992-1009). Beef Program Scheduled , ■ i By KENNER LOVE ANR Afent The 1994 Northern Virginia Area Beef Production Program will be held on Dec. 15 at Whitestone Farmi in Aldie Virginia. The in-depth beef cattle management program has been planned to address current management issues for cow-calf and Stocker producers. We will be using live cattle for several demonstrations. Whitestone farm is hosting the meeting again this year. They have a large heated facility with plenty of seating for our “classroom” sessions and a large party room for sponsor displays and exhibits. Part of the program will be conducted outside, so appropriate footwear and clothing will be the attire of the day. Be sure to contact the Rappahannock Extension office at 675-3619 for a registration form. The registation fee of five dollars includes lunch and printed materials. American Heart Association M 14 l K ,HllNf - f OP /C XJP 1 If f TAX NOTICE Personal Property and Real Estate Taxes are due on or before December 5th to avoid a 10% penalty. If you have not received a bill you may call the Treasurer’s Office at 703-675-3334. If you question your assessment, please contact the Commissioner of Revenue at 675-3513. Office Hours 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday Frances A. Foster, County Treasurer Yes! Please enter my new subscription to 3&appaJ)annock J)etos J Subscription ratrs bp mail: Rappahannock..$19.00/yr. Elsewhere in the U S.$24.00/yr. v. NAME_ ADDRESS__ CITY__STATE_ZIP_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, P.O. BOX 59, WASHINGTON, VA. 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: The Rappahannock News (ISSN #'s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, VA 22186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Second class postage paid at Warrenton, Va. and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $19.00 a year in Rappahannock; $24.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747. YULE LOG CllltLSTMA THEE FAini (>iting-Oul < >/ Huyuwss Sat A AY TKEE K l l »rl l)l(; includes certified “VIRGINIA’S FINEST" and other fine Norway Spruce 5^9'; White Pine 5-9' and Blue Spruce A~S OPEN 9-5 December 3,4,10 and 11. LOCATION: 4 miei east of Flint HM on RL 637. DIRECTIONS from Warrant on 5 mles W on US 211 to Rt 688; R 8 ml. to Rl 647; L 4 mi. to Rt. 637; R 2 mi. to (arm. From other areas - check map or call (home) 301 -5774316 or (farm) 703-364-2811. Snack shack and toilet facilities svallable Real Estate Eileen M. Day REALTOR SELLER TAKE-BACKS Sometimes, the only roadblock to completing a sale is the inability of the buyer to come up with all of the required deposit money. One potential source of financial help for the buyer could be the seller. When sellers create loans that reduce down payment requirements, their homes are more salable. One strategy might work like this: The buyer puts down 10% and the seller "takes back" (lends to the buyer) an amount equal to 10% of the purchase price. The balance of the down payment money comes from the bank, who offers 80% of the financing. This strategy can also be attractive to the seller who may negotiate a somewhat higher interest rate loan secured by the old home. It might allow the seller to make an investment deal that would not otherwise be possible. Seller financing is not always workable. Many sellers need all the money from the sale to buy another home or for other purposes. If there is anything we can do to help you in the field of real estate please stop in at EILEEN M. DAY, REALTOR, the Clopton House, Washington, Va., 22747. Phone 6753033, We re here to help. ) County Emergency Log The following fire and rescue calls were routed through the dispatch center during the past week: Nov. 14: 9:33 p.m., chest pains, Route 611, Amissville, Amissville VFD. Nov. 15: 12:30 a.m., autq accident, U.S. 522 and Route 604, Boston, Castleton VFD; 7:19 p.m., sickcall, Washington, Washington VFD; 9:37 p.m., difficulty breathing, Route 620, Sperryville, SperryviUeVRS. Nov. 17: 6:19 a.m., chest pains,( U.S. 522, Culpeper, Castleton VFD; 12:56 p.m., back injury, Route 617, Castleton, Castleton VFD and Amissville VFD. Nov. 18:4:53 p.m., auto accident, U.S. 522 and Route 231, Sperryville, Sperryville VFD. Nov. 19: 11:27 p.m., auto accident, U.S. 522, Huntly, Chester Gap VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 7:54 a.m., dumpster fire, U.S. 522, Culpeper, Castleton VFD, Sperryville VFD and Sperryville VRS. Nov. 20: 12:26 a.m., chest pains, Route 640, Viewtown, Amissville VFD; 6:50 a.m., auto accident, U.S. 211, Amissville, Amissville VFD; 7:38 a.m., sickcall, Route 615 and 729, Castleton, Castleton VFD and Amissville VFD; 10:38 a.m., dumpster fire, Route 638, Culpeper, Castleton VFD and Sperryville VFD. • The following calls came through the Rappahannock Sheriffs office this week: Nov. 14: traffic accident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; public service, Route 622, Washington; residence, Route 621, Woodville; traffic offense free text, U.S. 211 and U.S. 522, Sperryville; public service, U.S. 211, Amissville; larceny-parts from vehicle, Route 641, Flint Hill; damage proeprty-private, Sperryville; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; traffic accident, Route 619, Castleton. Nov. 15: traffic accident, U.S. 522 and Route 604, Boston; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Amissville; citizen requested assistance, U.S. 211, Washington; felony theft (value), U.S. 522, Woodville. Nov. 16: citizen requested assistance, Route 231, Sperryville; stray livestock/horses, Rotue 637, Amissville; stray cat or dog, Route 605, Sperryville; traffic accident, Route 600, Sperryville. Nov. 17: traffic accident, Route 618, Sperryville; traffic accident, Route 612, Sperryville; trespassinggeneral, Route 637, Flint Hill; public service, U.S. 211, Washington. Nov. 18: citizen requested assistance, Route 637 and 647, Flint Hill; intoxication, U.S. 522, Woodville; public service, U.S. 522, Sperryville; funeral escort, U.S. 211, Sperryville; stray livstock/horses, U.S. 211, Washington; traffic accident, U.S. 522 and Route 231, Sperryville; citizen requested assistance, Route 633, Washington; assist other jurisdiction free text, U.S. 211, Sperryville; simple assault, U.S. 211, Sperryville; citizen assist free text, U.S. 522, Sperryville; citizen assist free text, U.S. 211 and Route 729, Amissville. Nov. 19: traffic accident, U.S. 522, Huntly; citizen reqesfed assistance, U.S. 211, Washington; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, Route 622, Washington; fish and game violations, Route 647, Flint Hill; animal emergency-response, U.S. 522, Huntly; stray livestock/horses, Route 729, Flint Hill; citizen requested assistance, Route 659, Washington. Nov. 20: noise disturbance, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; firing weapon, Route 633, Washington; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Amissville; stray cat or dog, Route 606, Flint Hill; lost property, U.S. 211, Washington; lost/missing dog, Route 637, Flint Hill.

Library Board Will Need New Chairman rvcuiicMiay, rMovemoer zj, iyv4 /-vo Community Calendar ' ■7 - / 'v • / Friday December 2 Trapezoid Concert at Ki Theatre - 8p.m. (675-1616) Saturday December 3 Christmas Bazaar at CCLC - 10a.m.-5p.m. (675-3237) Christmas Bazaar at Spring Mountain School - 11a.m.-4p.m. (675-1458) “Music for the Holidays” with the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society, at the Theatre - pre concert talk at 7:30p.m., concert at 8p.m. (675-1253) Trapezoid Concert, at Ki Theatre - 8p.m. (675-1616) Friday December 9 “Christmas Pot Pourri,” stories, poems and carols at the Library - 8p.m. (675-3780 i i . i. ' Saturday December 17 “The Three Kings Play” at Ki Theatre - 5p.m! Sunday December 18 “The Three Kings play” at Ki Theatre - 5p.m. By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock New« Staff Writer At last week’s library board meeting, Chairman William Young announced that he would not be seeking reapppointment at the end of his term, December 31. Dr. Young has been on the board for over 10 years. He said, “I will be around as a volunteer and user of the library, and I think the library is in very good shape.” The Board of Supervisors appoints members of the Library Board. The board members select their chairman from among the members. Dr. Young also said Louise van Dort suggested to him that some books from the library be stored at the Town Hall to help with acoustics in that building. There are about 150 linear feet of shelving in the Town Hall. Dr. Young indicated that Mayor Willis also felt that was a good idea. The board will decide at a later date what type of books will be stored there. The downstairs of the library has many books in storage, including books there for future book sales. It is possible that next summer’s book sale will be held at the Town Hall. Dr. Young reported RAAC may have a rebirth and begin showing movies again. He suggested the li brary begin showing free films. Many are available from the state library, and the PBS station WETA has a catalog of films available. Outgoing librarian Nikki Lynch reported she received a check from Delegate Jay Katzen to be used to buy a present for the library before she leaves. Newly hired librarian Patty Holmes said there are seventeen applicants for the children’s librarian position, and seven are very qualified. Speaking for the Finance Committee, board member John Hartline reported the library has received a $20,852 bequest from the Lane estate, and the committee wants to invest that money to the best advantage. He said they could get 8.24 percent on a 10 year U.S. Treasury bond, and that is what the committee recommended. Frank Warner said the building and grounds committee has chosen a bike rack for the library. The Friends of the Library will pay for it. The State of Virginia is giving employees off for Thanksgiving, starting noon on Wednesday. The library, however, will be open until its usual closing time of 8 p.m. on Wednesday, and will be open the day after Thanksgiving. Winter Teams Chosen By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock Newg Staff Writer 9 Teams have been chosen for this season’s boys’ basketball and girls’ volleyball teams. Returning from last year’s varsity basketball team are Ray Atkins, Jason Brown, Paul Brown, Derek Daczewitz, Andre Fletcher and Jason Settle. New to the team are Ryan Armistead, Jon Butler, Jason Carter, Willie Eastham, Lee Freeman, Mark Jenkins and Yoshio Korenaga. i Coach Eugene Baltimore has high hopes for his team this year. He said, “They are working really hard. I think we will have a great year; I really do. I think this year we will really turn things around. ” , Players on the junior varsity team are Jeff Atkins, Eric Smith, John Diggs, R.J. White, Brian Williams, Alan Groves, Chris McLear, Timmy Deal, Bill Dodson, James Jenkins, Mike Baader, Mike Letsen, Jason Baldwin, and Daniel Coffey. Luther Stanley is coaching the junior varsity players. He was assistant coach to Gary Leake last year, so he already knows many of the players. He said, “We have the opportunity to go where we went last year, and I am hopeful that we will be back on top again. I really enjoy working with the young kids here.” There will be a pep rally on Dec. 6 before the first game of the season, to be played at Luray. The first home game will be against Central oaDec. 9. , Coach Laura Conklin has chosen her players for the girls’ varsity volleyball team. They are Sarah Gentry, Becky Gallegos, Courtney Welch, Jessica Arnold, Susan Jewell, Johanna Tole, Sherry Lillard, Jaimee Hammit, Sondra Kludasch, Katja Valtonen, and Amy Joback. Sarah Gentry is the only sophomore on the team. The junior varsity players are Angie Atkins, Emily Taylor, Janice Wilson, Katie Paratore, Nancy Gallegos, Amanda Brown, Fran Overdorf, and Courtney Mauro. They are coached by Liz Hollie, who teaches English. Coach Conklin said that she has seen a lot of improvement in practice, and she wants her players to learn how to play more of an attack game. The first game of the season will be at home against Brentsville on Dec. 5. . \ Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan New librarian Patty Holmes started work last week. I . • . Alumni Tournament Set Teams have been drafted for the RCHS Aulmni Basketball Tournament this Friday and Saturday. Team 1 in royal blue, coached by Walter Frye has Arathon Aylor, Eric Dunn, Carroll Frye, Marley Hay, Clarence Pendleton, Anthony Porter, Jeff Porter, Daniel Roy and Michael Ray Williams. Team 2 in jade green, coached by Gary Settle has Danny Ellis, Butch Foster, Steve Leake, Richie Lillard, Carroll Ray Settle, Tommy Sisk, Johnnie Smith, Bobby Smoot and Richard Tribino. Team 3 in red, coached by Mike 8 Payne has Kenneth Baldwin, James Fletcher, Jack Pullen, Benji Roy, Allen Walters, Jamie Walters, J.C. Welch and Ryan Welch. Team 4 in grey, coached by Mike Atkins has Bill Atkins, Wayne Foster, Paul Hitt, Tommy Jenkins, Kevin Jolliffe, Gary Leake, Jarpes Roy, Bill Settle and Robby Settle! Play will get underway at 7 p.m. on Friday when Team 1 plays Team 4. The game between Team 2 and Team 3 follows at 8:30 p.m. j On Saturday the losers will play the losers at 7 p.m. with the Championship game at 8:30 p.m. n ' \ I Blue Ridge Christmas Planned in Sperryville Sperryville merchants are hoping for another successful, Blue Ridge Christmas this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The village is planning a special weekend of sales with door prizes and free refreshments. Shoppers can find a large variety of gift and Christmas decorating items in Sperryville shops including antiques from the town’s many shops, clothing at Faith Mountain ’ • ' and Country Manor, and many country crafts. Faith - Mountain and Country Manor are official Dept. 56 dealers with a large selection of pieces for Christmas villages. The town’s restaurants will be having specials also, with The Appetite Repair Shop offering an all-youcan eat pancake supper with sausage, eggs and coffee or milk for $4.95 on Saturday. . , i I Wolf To Head Task Force on Family U.S. Rep. Frank R. Wolf, R10th District, was tapped by House Minority Leader Newt Gingrich, RGA, to head a Family Friendly Task Force which will make recommendations about how to make the House schedule more family friendly when the Republicans become the majority party of the 104th Congress which convenes in J anuary. ( The bapartisan task force, which will report in early December, will consider ideas from all House members and employees and their families. “It is my hope that through a series of surveys and other fact-finding efforts we can made the House more productive, accountable, efficient, and most of all, family friendly,” Rep. Wolf said. “We have a great opportunity to make a positive difference in the quality of family life.” JEANNE DREVAS ANNUAL POTTERY SALE/OPEN HOUSE December 3 & 4 llmm to 5pm Please come for mulled cider, cookies and those special Christmas presents. mrmetimnm From Sperryvtlle take 522 south to a right on 231. Go 4 miles, turn right on 681 Go I miles to Drevas mailbox - 174A . Turn right and go up to top ). Country Christinas Crafts at J LINDA'S Farm Crafts Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays From Sperrynlle: Take Rt. 231, 8 miles to left on Rt. 707, Slate Mills, l'A miles . 703-547-3416 A ///tjott Autof /own/ tAv r/yAt/er#o*t, /ef n/i Ae//^ yott/uu/ tAe riy/t /v//y. •m JEWELERS™ in the Village of SperryviUe November 25, 26 and 27 I Country Manor Country Catalog Outlet 30-60% Savings Every Day!! Marissa Christina • Eagles Eye Northern Isles • Attic Babies Steinbach • Belle Pointe A full-service lunch pub on premises. Country Manor is 2 miles west of SperryviUe on Route 211—Open 9-6 Daily—703-987-8761 AN AUTHORIZED DEPT 56 DEALER ^SPERRYVILLE ■*’* CELEBRATES A BLUE RIDGE CHRISTMAS NOVEMBER 25, 26 & 27 • Door prizes • Catalog Overstock Sales • Seasonal Sales • Free Refreshments • Country Specialities • Christmas Cheer • Special Gift Ideas • Wreaths, Trees, Greenery • Warm Hospitality • Country Christmas Decorations —-HkFestival Sponsored By: Apple Hill Farm B&B, Mountain Spring Stable, Sperryville Antique Market, That Sperryville Emporium, Faith Mountain Catalog Outlet, The Faith Mountain Company, Country Home Antiques, Elmer's Antiques, Doc's Ole Stone House, Parkway Gift Shop, Country Manor Outlet and Hazel Mountain Deli. -- For more information call (703) 987-8235 days, or (703) 987-8058 evenings Directions: Sperryville is 28 miles west of Warrenton on Highway 211. ,^th (fountain Company Celebrates A BLUE RIDGE CHRISTMAS November 25th, 26th, 27th 10 am to 6 pm FANTASTIC SALES Refreshments and Door Prizes • Traditional Fashions by Susan Bristol, The Eagles Eye*, Northern Isles and BellcPointe® • Unusual Christmas Ornaments and Decorations v • Unique Gifts for Children * Now An Official Dept. 56* Dealer With A Great Selection of Villages and Accessories “Dashing Through The Snow” —Dept. 56* Opposite the Post Office in Sperryvillc 703 987-8547

r\*r ^Rappahannock |Nefos An Independent Newspaper tsiaousnea 1877 ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL Publisher JOHN T. TOLER Executive Vice President BARBARA C. WAYLAND General Manager " Published Every Wednesday LOU HATTER Executive Editor SHARON KILPATRICK Editor ANN BROWN Account Executive CINDY MAHAN, Staff Writer and Photographer 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. ' - . t Thr Audit Bureau / ■ ; WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1994 Editorial ’ ■ i j - . j Thanksgiving ■'1 if ' • . ' " Y ■ We have much to be thankful in this holiday season. i American soldiers, by and large, are npt the targets of foreign armies or peoples. The drought is broken, the acute danger of fires has receded, and outdoor burning is once again allowed. The election of 1994 is over. „ ■ f . Here in Rappahannock County, we have even more than most Americans to be thankful for. A not-so-random survey of people in the county1 reported in this issue shows that as a whole we are aware of the gifts , we enjoy as citizens of Rappahannock., The natural beauty that surrounds us, the relative peace and quiet of country living, the caring of our neighbors, and the rich diversity of our people all received notice from our citizens. (■ Only one of those polled mentioned specifically the spirit of volunteerism that so permeates our county. We need to be continually reminded of this. We are the beneficiaries of countless hours volunteered by members of our fire and rescue squads. Our children benefit from countless additional hours put in by scout and 4H leaders, youth sports team coaches and their assistants, and school volunteers. Both children and adults benefit from countless hours put in by volunteers in our library. This edition of the paper brings a report on the beginning of the high school winter sports season, during which the players will dress in uniforms provided by the high school Booster Club. The RLEP annual meetings included reports on environmental gains during the last year that were the work of volunteers and challenges for the coming year that will require more volunteer hours. A letter to the editor, written by two volunteers thanks other volunteers for their service during the Red Cross Bloodmobile visit. Many people are preparing for events during Colonial Christmas, activities made possible by volunteers. The school system’s quality teams depend on volunteers to work on the committees that make recommendations for improvements. We need to do more than sit back being grateful for all of this. We need to frequently say “Thank you,” and we need to carefully consider what our volunteer contribution will be. "It's days like today....that I wish I was an endangered dusky seaside sparrow!" Rappahannock Heritage This mixed herd of cattle grazing fin Old Hollow enjoy the sunny warm weather last week. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan i Letters to the Editor ■j Donors Thanked i' To the Editor: The Rappahannock County Extension Homemakers (now known as the “Association for Family and Community Education”) would like to thank the people of Rappahannock County who came out to support the Bloodmobile they sponsored on Monday, Nov. 7. A special thanks goes to our faithful donors and an invitation is extended to those first time donors to return to donate blood in May, 1995! We also thank the Washington Volunteer Fire Company for allowing us to hold the Bloodmobile there, and Alice Pullen for once again coming out to offer her specialties in the canteen. The bit of time it takes to donate blood is easily offset by the knowledge that one is helping someone “out there” who may desperately need that pint of blood. Thank you, blood donors! MARIE DAVIS and 1 MARIE RIEDEL Co-Chairpersons - Red Cross Bloodmobile Voting Machines Needed To the Editor: It is time for the Board of Supervisors to give our election judges a break. They have to be at the polling palces well before 6 a.m. and can not leave until all the ballots have been tallied and accounted fori This means an 18-hour day is expected and all too often they are still hard at work well after midnight. i Our precincts had the following number of voters before the last election: v Amissville—698; Chester Gap— 243; Flint Hill— 553; Scrabble—704; Sperryville—654 and Washington— 760. State law (Sections 24.2-626, 627) requires voting machines for all precincts with more than 750 registered voters. Today only Washington precinct is required by law to have and use two machines to tally votes. I expect the Amissville and Scrabble precincts will reach the magic number within the next year or two. The immediate problem is next year’s elections. All of the constitutional officers (except the County Clerk) will be up for re-election. Joining them will be the supervisors, members of the General Assembly and, for the first time, those running for seats on the School Board. Other constitutional and/or bond referenda may be added by the General Assembly next year. It is too many pieces of paper. It means too many hours. We need to give these loyal, hard working, dedicated election judges a break. The supervisors need to plan now to purchase enough voting machines so that our largest precincts can have the machines in place by next November. M. SEAN KILPATRICK Woodville Letters Policy The Rappahannock News welcomes contributions from our readers. “Letters to the Editor” is your forum, the place where you can express your opinion on matters of interest and concern to the community. Letters should be brief and MUST be signed and include the address and telephone number of the writer. Unsigned or anonymous letters will not be published, although the Rappahannock News will on occasion withhold the name at • the writer’s request. Mail should be addressed to “Letters to the Editor,” Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747; or they may be handdelivered to the newspaper office on Main Street. The deadline for letters is noon on Tuesday. Ah, The Elusive Allusion ■ * \ \ JAMES J. KILPATRICK Universal Press Syndicate Some months ago USAir set out to promote its shuttle service. After flying only 20,000 miles, a passenger would be rewarded with a free round trip. “With the competition,” the airline boasted, “you’ve got miles to go before you reap.” Literary types must have loved the allusion. They instantly recognized the takeoff on Robert Frost’s famous poem, “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.” On the darkest evening of the year, with a heavy snow falling, a country man stops his little horse beside some woods that are “lovely, dark and deep.” He would like to stay and watch the woods fill up with snow, “but I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep.” I delighted in the ad, for I revel in Frost’s complexly simple poetry, but then I began to wonder: How many newspaper readers grasped the allusion? More to the point, how many prosepctive passengers on the shuttle grasped the sweetness on the desert air? Or was it effective communication with the perceived audience? You will see that I am warming up to another column on a writer’s need to know the readers for whom he (or she) is writing. Let me test you on other allusions: • About this time last year, The Associated Press reported that “the Senate approved 41 presidental appointees in one fell swoop.” • The drama editor of The Indianapolis Star gave good marks to a local staging of “Nunsense,” the musical comedy about some daffily inspried sisters in a convent. All in all, the play is “not a bad nunnery to get thee to.” • The Seattle Post-Intellingcer headlined a story about automobile manufacturers and their published claims of high reliability: “Big Three hoisted by own petard.” • In the Chicago Sun-Times, a feature writer profiled actor Daniel Day-Lewis. The actor’s father was poet laureate of England; his mother was an actress; his grandfather produced films. “Daniel is certainly to the manner bom.” • The New York Times carried a reflective piece on racial tensions in urban areas. The writel- offered this troubled observation: “By clinging to slender silver linings, Pollyannas may miss two fundamental concerns about the clouds.” • On another occasion the Times praised an increase in federal spending on drug treatment and addiction prevention. The new funding will help, but “the gap between needs and services will remain gargantuan.” • This past March the Rocky Mountain News carried an editorial on punitive damges. “For years giant corporations have lobbied Congress to pass a law shielding therr^ from Brobdingnagian awards.” • In June The Wall Street Journal grumbled about the prospect that national health insurance would become a federal entitlement. “And like all entitlements it will grow like Topsy.” • Edwin Diamond, the media critic, wrote about The Times’ past few years with Arthur Sulzberger Jr. as publisher. He referred to “the triad of skin-keep diversity, managerial Demingism, the Downtown chic” that provided limp leadership. • Writing in The New Republic in January, Andrew Sullivan reported the exhilaration he felt in reading Pope John Paul’s encyclical “Veritatis Splendor.” He had problems with some of the holy father’s arguments, “but I have no problems with its Ratzingerian call for rapturous abandonment to God.” Very well. In this quiz you grade your own papers. You are the editor. Were the allusions sufficently clear to enough readers to make for effective communication? For the record: In Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” Macduff grieves that his children had been slain “at one fell swoop.” In “Hamlet,” the melancholy Dane dismisses Ophelia: “Get thee to a nunnery.” Hamlet finds irony in the enginer who is “hoist with his own petar,” this is, blown up by his own explosive device. (Incidentally, it’s an enginer, not an engineer, and Shakespeare spelled it “petar,” not “petard.”) ‘To the manner (not manor) bom” also is from “Hamlet.” Pollyanna was the insatiably optimistic heroine of Eleanor Porter’s 1913 novel. Rabelais created the giant Gargantua; Swift created the gigantic Brobeingnagians, In “Uncle Toni’s Cabin,” “I ‘spect I growed,” said Topsy. As for “Demingism” and “Ratzingerian,” I have not the foggiest notion of what was meant. On the arid plains of my own ignorance, these allusions did indeed waste their sweetness on the desert air. If you don’t know that one, look it up. Copyright 1994 Universal Press Syndicate The time machine 30 YEARS AGO Nov. 26,1964 The 1964 Census of Agriculture, now being conducted by the Bureau of the Census, U.S. Department of Commerce, in Rappahannock County, will bring up to date farm statistics last collected in 1959. 20 YEARS AGO Nov. 28,1974 Rappahannock’s Planning Commission has accepted an offer by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection to help pay for a set of “environmental inventory” maps of the county. However, the Planning Commission is asking RLEP’s help to buy only nine maps, about half of what was recommended by the Piedmont Environmental Council, which will prepare the maps. 10 YEARS AGO Nov. 30,1984 The decision whether or not to locate a county landfill on a 138-acre tract on Route 621 near Peyton Farm Estates hinges on two questions and both could take some time to be answeredThe questions: Will the proposed landfill location pass staterequired tests to ensure environmental safety? Can Concerned Citziens of Rappahannock County (CCRC) couterplan with a “more suitable” location that members say they can find?

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►Shannon From Page A-l step-father, they spent their honeymoon at Disney World. Shannon frequently had asked when she would get to go to Disney World. The answer had always been “when you’re older.” Now it was not certain she would ever be older. Mrs. Kelly was contacted by the “Make a Wish” Foundation. Shannon was not well enough for a trip to Disney World, so they did not wish for that. Instead Shannon said she would like to meet Dick Van Dyke. That also proved impossible/ but he sent pictures. Instead she got a shopping spree at ‘Toys R Us.” She got a “Barbie Lamborghini.” This is not, as most people might think, a toy car large enough for a Rarbie doll. It’s big enough for Shannon and battery powered. She got a i-*---— toy kitchen, a doll, and lots of stickers. Then it was back to radiation treatments. ■f Shannon also began receiving physical and speech therapy. In midOctober the radiation was over. Shannon was in remission, but nobody knows how permanent it is. Mrs. Kelly said there is a 15 percent chance the tumor won’t grow back. If it does, there is nothing more that can be done. Shannon goes to the Child Care and Learning Center three days a week. The other two days she goes to Culpeper for physical therapy (large muscle coordination), occupational therapy (small muscle coordination), and speech therapy, “three therapies back to back,” her mother says. Shannon has lots of friends rooting for her. Mrs. Kelly said her friends and cousins adapt what they are doing so Shannon can participate. Slowly Shannon is getting better, and the dream of a Disney trip has returned. The Disney Company has offered the family tickets for park admission if they can get to Orlando. That leaves transportation, lodging and probably some spending money. Enter Hazel Zinn-Day. Ms. ZinnDay has two 4-H clubs meeting at CCLC, a Junior 4-H Club for children nine and older and a Cloverbud Club for children five through eight. She also is the leader of a Cloverbud Club that meets at the Extension Office. She decided to see if she could use the 4-H clubs to raise money for the Kelly family trip to Disney World. At their November meeting the Cloverbud Club that meets at the Extension Office voted to contribute $50 to start a savings account at the bank for this project. Ms. Zinn-Day is hoping that other 4-H clubs will join the fiind-raising effort and that other community groups will also pitch in. She hopes to raise $1,000 in the Rappahannock community. Other friends are trying to arrange airline transportation, and Ms. Zinn-Day hopes some organization outside the county can come up with whatever else is needed. Fast Cash Races to Retailers.' The newest instant game from the Virginia Lottery is up and running! Fast Cash went on* sale November 17. Players are already learning that with this speeding ticket you can win money, up to $20,000! Fast Cash is also tun and easy to play. Just scratch to see it either o< your car numbers match the numbers in any ot the four races. Find a match and you win instantly. 5 Losing Fast Cash Tickets Could Be Your Ticket to the Daytona 500! Mail us 5 losing Fast Cash tickets, a fid you could win a trip to the Daytona i500. The Grand prize is a trip tor tour to the Daytona ilpO that includes transportation hy private jet and limousine, hotel accommodations, race tickets, and * dinner with FL H Brakes race’ car driver Mike Wallace. Other prices include 15 trips to the Daytona 500 and 10 trips to Pocono Raceway “Winston Cup races, all courtesy of FIT Brakes. Mail your five losing Fast (.'ash tickets by December 30, 1994 to: FAST CASH CONTEST, BO. Box 8^097, Richmond, Virginia, 23261 -3097. Look tor1 details and special entry envelopes at your Lottery retailer. Trip drawings will he held January 6, 1995. The Daytona International Speedway is not a sponsor of this promotion. Can Pick 3 and Pick 4 Numbers Sell Out? Tick 3 and Tick 4 number!, can sell out. A Tick 3 number is “sold out” it 16,000 exact order tickets are pur chased tor a specific number K tor that night’s drawing. yW The same is tflie tor Pick j 4 if 1,200 exact order (tickets are purchased for a specif ic number tor that hight’s drawingThis is because there are liability limits set by the Lottery to protect the mortey used to fund other programs. And don’t worry about your chances it a nutpber sells out. All numbers, sold out or not, have the same chance of winning (1 in 1,000 for Pick 3, 1 in 10,000 for Pick 4). New Drawing Show Information Since October 17, all Lottery drawings are held live at 10:58 pm at') WR1C Channel 8 in Richmond. Stations across the state receive the live drawings via satellite, also at 10:58 pm. The stations then rebroad cast the drawings during their 11 o’clock news. There is one station (WDCA-TV, in-Northern VA) that broadcasts the show live at 10:58 pm. You have until 10:53 pm, just 5 minutes before the drawing show, to play your, numbers! i Eat Your Turkey Then Watch the 1 Lottery Drawing Show.' The Lottery will hold its regularly scheduled drawing show on Thursday, November 24, Thanksgiving Day. just nice any otner l nursday, Pick 3 and Pick 4 numbers will be drawn. I ' Mrs. Kelly would like to take the trip before New Year’s. Shannon is supposed to start back in school in first grade after the Christmas holiday. She will still be going to Culpeper two days a week for therapies, but Mrs. Kelly hopes her life can otherwise be normal. There is also the question of how much time there is. Mrs. Kelly remembers how quickly the tumor ' grew last time. “Everything happened so fast. It’s real scary,” die said. By SHARON KILPATRICK ./ ►Sawmill 1 From Page A-l However, now “the noise level is terrible,” she said. “He has started way before dawn” and operates machinery on weekends also, she said. She agreed the place looks neater now and said she gets her firewood from Mr. Dove, but the noise keeps her from eryoying her property. “It’s not the peace and serenity we moved here for,” she said. Mr. Dove said he operates from 7 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. in the winter j and from 6:30 until 3 p.m. in the summer. He said he does not operate the sawmill on weekends but sometimes has to be there to take a shipment of logs or load lumber or slabwood for a customer. He said he uses Route 664 only for trucks turning north on U.S. 522 because they swing into the southbound lane if they pull out directly onto U.S. 522. Greg Clark said he was speaking for his mother Peggy. He said it was far enough away that they did not notice the noise, but they had noticed an increase in traffic. He said Mr. Dove had a right to use the sawmill but he would hate to see it increase. “There are probably better sites than this one,” he said. “That’s pretty swampy land.” Sid Gottlieb, who represents the Board of Zoning Appeals on the Planning Commission, wondered, “At what point do we worry about a commercial enterprise in a non-commercial area? It seems a modest expansion, not where we say it should be in a commercial zone.” 1 Wakefield District representative Werner Krebser said, “If we say he cannot have a debarker because that’s commercial, the next thing we will hear that my tractor or combine makes too much noise or when we wean calves. People know when they move to the country there are certain noises inherent in First Washington’s Ninth Annual Colonial Christmas Celebration 1 ★Tours of Historic Washington by Colonial Tour Guides ★ Colonial Dance Performances j ★ Strolling Colonial Carolers ★ Trapezoid Live Performance at Ki Theatre D ★ Colonial Food I ★ Christmas Trees & Evergreen Wreaths ★ Bonfire - Sunday > December 3 & 4,1994 t i Come Early & Stay Late Washington, Virginia 703-675-1113 Sponsored by: Reger Batchelder/Real Estate, Chris' Shop, The Earth Gallery, Farrtea Farm B&B, The Gay Street Irm, Heritage h louse B&B, The Irm At Little Washington, Middle Street Gallery, The Public I louse Restaurant and Irm, Rare Finds, The Rush River Gallery, Windflower Gallery, the Buyers Agency, Inc. and The Washington House of Reproductions. country living.” He made the motion to recommend approval of the application providing Mr. Dove provides screening of six-foot pine trees on six-foot centers on the property lines joining Ms. Massie and Mrs. Cahill. The planners agreed and also required the hours for operating the sawing and debarking equipment be limited to those Mr. Dove said he works with no operation of that equipment on weekends. The motion was approved 6 to 0 with Mr. Massie abstaining. Dr. Krebser’s site plaft was the first item on the agenda. He said he was taking the handicapped parking place and road in back of the building out of the plan, but if it is necessary, he said he would be back with a new site plan to include it. He provided pictures of the parking lot at Four and Twenty Blackbirds, which he said John and Peggy Ralph look at every day. The Ralphs had objected to any parking in back of the building. Piedmont District representative Tom Junk said the issue would come up again. “It’s not reasonable to put 1 something in village commercial that can’t have back access,” he said. With no provision at this time for parking in the back, Dr. Krebser’s site plan was unanimously approved. The planners also recommended approval for a special use permit for David and Marilyn Armor to operate a bed and breakfast at their Sharp Rock Farm. They said they would be using two accessory buildings. The carriage house would have one room with a sitting area and bath With a deck. A second cottage would have two bedrooms, with a kitchen, living room and deck. They said this could be used by a family with up to two children. There would be no rental rooms in the main house. Regular Sales , Every Tuesday I HORSE SALE 2nd Sat., 10 a.m., Every Mom STATE GRADE 3 FAT CATTLE 1* Tues., 1:30 p.m. Every Month In addition to our regular sale* on the 2" Tuesday of each month, we will have a Stats Graded Feeder Cattle Sale Consignments Welcome. For Further Information call 364*1566 1 mile east of Marshall onRt.55 GRAND CHEROKEES Limiteds, Laredos, V8's, 6 Cyls, & More. From 7 In Stock! 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• Community News • Obituaries Rappahannock News j V • Real Estate • Classifieds WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1994 50 Reasons We're Thankful We Live in Rappahannock By BONNIE PRICE LOFTON Rappahannock Ncwi Contributing Writer For Thanksgiving 1994, the Rappahannock News asked 65 people for one reason why they were thankful to be living here. Almost everyone indicated that they couldn’t think oi anywhere nicer to live. They spoke about the natural beauty, the peace / and quiet, the ties to other people, and sometimes added a personal experience to explain their feelings. Like the time they spotted a bear with her cubs. Or the time they were bedridden and neighbors brought food. Or evenings on their front porch, savoring a spectacular sunset—in oranges and pinks—over the Blue Ridge Mountains. (There are fewer than 65 responses, because a number of people offered exactly the same answers in the same words, such as several ‘It’s peaceful’ responses.) 1. “No traffic lights.”—Ron Makela 2. “The peacefulness.”—C.B. Johnson / 3. “To be able to enjoy God’s blessings.”—Moody Aylor 1 4. “The scenery in the fall.”— Irene Timbers 5. “The diversity of interesting people.”—Anne Furtick 6. “Looking out on the snow-covered peak ' of Old Rag.”—Trish Darby 7. “Knowing your neighbors; the whole world isn’t a maze of strangers. (...And) being able to own livestock.”—Corey Koral I 8. “I just like the country; I don’t like the city.”—James Burke 9. “Our good, clean drinking water... (and) being able to mow my lawn naked.”—Julie Coon 10. “How welcoming the people in Rappahannock are.”—Tony Trujillo 11. “It’s a quiet, safe place to live and raise children.”—Maureen Day 12. “The magic here.”—Bobby Watson / 13. “Because it’s the best place in the world to live.”—Peggy Smith , 14. “The Blue Ridge Mountains.”—Arthur Smith 15. “Having a home that is on remote, unspoiled land, away from development.”—John Cadwalader 16. “I went to Oklahoma once, and when I came back I knew, This is truly God’s country.’ ...I love to hear the hounds and see the horses when the Rappahannock Hunt rides on our property. I don’t think I’d be happy anywhere else.”—Edie Falls 17. “It’s a beautiful place with nice people.”—Doris Dennis i 18. “Great hunting.”—Larry Brown 19. “It’s home to my grandchildren and my proudly independent church.”—Bemie Price 20. “Not so many people, a slower pace—the whole different lifestyle of rural life.”—Tim Falls 21. “We don’t have bad weather like other places do. We don’t get washed away, have mudslides, or get hit by hurricanes.”—Gwen Parker i 22. “Walking through the Town of Washington, seeing a dozen people and recognizing eight of them...People are there when you T want them, but you don’t have to be around people if you don’t want to.”—Mike Dunnigan 23. “Low crime rate.”—Shirley Zim 24. “I just like; it better than other counties. I moved Up here 30 years ago. I used to live in Madison in a subdivision, but people don’t speak to you there.”—Walter Reid 25. “My family. My daddy lived where I am now for 56 years. My son is sheriff. You know him?”—J.T. Woodward 26. “There’s an energy here. I feel at peace here.”—Kitty Keller 27. “As a horseback rider, I like the vast openness of the area.”— Martha Lou O’Bannon 28. “Because it created Friends of Gaia (a dance/theater group) for me.”—Peggy Schadler 29. “Having some connection with people; it’s not anonymous and impersonal. Everywhere I go I see people I know. I like waving at people I recognize as I drive around.”— Sharon Luke 30. “I moved away to earn a living and I came back!. It’s home. I came home.”—Warren Dennis i 31. “There’s no other county like it. It’s peaceful, quiet, and the people aren’t pushy. There are frogs at night and geese in the morning.”— Edna Mills 32. “It has an energetic arts community and so many crafts people... (plus) the proximity of Shenandoah National Park.”—Rick Kohler 1 33. “I love Rappahannock because I was bom and raised in the city—Arlington—and that should speak volumes.”—Dean Hahn 34. “Here we have been able to make a link to the good parts of the past. We have three generations of our family together in a family business (a winery and bed & breakfast). We are preserving our land and renovating our historic house. This is our gift to leave to our family.”—David and Marilyn Armor 35. “This is a place where people come and stay and make lives for themselves. They don’t come and go, like they do in California (where he moved from). This is a county that still preserves family traditions.”— Daniel Armor 36. “Being able to enjoy the holiday season in safety and comfort with my wife and children.”—John McCarthy 37. “You can live independently here, and I’m an independent man.”—Jim Hitt 38. “The view from Chester Gap and the fact that I can hunt in my back yard.”—Matt Caudle 39. “It’s private; ain’t a whole lot of people.”—Russell Leo Williams 40. “Some of the girls here."— Thomas Young (age 11) 41. “It’s a laid-back community, an easier pace of living.”—Chris Ubben i 42. “Because of the snow on Chester Gap.”—Leslie Williams 43. “I like the sports, especially the basketball and baseball.”—Mark Wharton (age 11) 44. “The people—they’ve always stood beside me when I’ve been in k Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan “I love to hear the hounds and see the horses when the Rappahannock Hunt rides on our property,”—Edie Falls. need; they helped out in any way , they could. I had leukemia back in '88. In ’91 I had a bone marrow transplant. They did a bunch of fund-raisers to help with bills and the rent and brought food to the house. I can’t think of a bunch of kinder people. ’’—Steve Young , 45. “It’s about as gorgeous as you can get within a few hundred miles of here—like Switzerland without the snow.’’-—John Kester 46. “Peaceful country roads for bicycling and rivers that sometimes get high enough for kayaking.”—Jim Lofton 47. “Serene, quiet community.”—Aaron D. Morris 48. “Because I’ve always lived here and I never want to move.”— Kim Gilkey-Breeden 49. “Because so many people volunteer to help others, like the people in the fire departments and rescue squads”—Mary Francis Fannon 50. “It’s hard to put in simple words. I love the feeling in Rappahannock and the people. There are so i many creative people here; so many people who love the earth. It’s a special place. It’s a real comfort to be here. ”—Arthur Craig 4 County Andalusian Horse Breeder Also Breeds Paints By CINDY MAttAN Rappahannock Neva Staff Writer Andalusian horses are one of the • ancient breeds of the world, and they are bred right here in Rappahannock by Susan Lee of Sundown Farm in Boston. , Ms. Lee said, ‘They are an allaround breed, but no one knows about them.” She said that there are only about 2,000 Andalusians in the United States, mostly in California and Texas. In Virginia, there are only a few farms which raise Andalusians. ■ I The Andalusian as a breed dates back to the Moorish invasion of Spain. They were developed as a war horse mostly by the breeders in the province of Andalusia. They were owned only by noble people. They nearly became extinct due to sending breeding stock to other countries for crossbreeding. Their , pure bloodlines were saved by a group of Spanish monks who" devotedly cared for a herd of Andalusians of the finest pure bloodlines. An embargo was placed on the export of Andalusians by Spain, and Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Cindy Mahan Susan Lee shows off Sweet Life Bizarro. Colonial Christmas v Planning Underway On Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3 and 4 the Town of Washington will again be filled with carolers in period costumes rambling about the streets laid out by George Washington in 1749. The Town Hall bedecked iij holiday greenery will host the graceful colonial dancers in their elegant dances and splendid costumes. Events are scheduled for the hours of noon to 6p.m. both days, with extra concerts and special dinners in the evenings. Beginning at the Historical Society on Gay Street there will be walking tours of the Town throughout the two days. These tours will include a visit to what is regarded as the oldest log cabin in town, as well as one regarded as the nicest log cabin, with a stop-over to see the original ballroom at the Washington House. Santas’ Bake Sale at the Town Hall will again offer exquisite culinary delights from the Inn at Little Washington. This is a once a year opportunity to purchase goodies from the Inn. Trapezoid will present two holiday concerts at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 2 and 3 at Ki Theater. Call 987-3164 for tickets. The Theatre will offer Christmas music for the second of the Smithsonian at Little Washington concert series, with early country carols from France and music from the Baroque period. The 8 p.m. concert will be preceded by a 7:30 p.m. talk. A Colonial Christmas dinner will be served at the fire hall by the WVFD beginning at 5 p.m. And the Country Cafe will have a special Colonial menu. The shops will be open in town offering Christmas gifts for everyone on your list. Cabin Fever Books will feature Christine Andreae, author of Grizzly, a not to be missed mystery novel set in Montana. She will be on hand to sign her books from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. You can come out and cut your own Christmas tree and buy greenery at any of several area farms. Sunday evening will close the festivities with a bon fire in the Village Green at dark (weather permitting. Contact Tanya M. Richey at 6751113 for more information. that was just lifted in the 1960’s. Up until that time most of the world was unfamiliar with Andalusians. Ms. Lee presently has 15 horses. Of these six are purebred Andalusians. She has two out on consignment in New York and two mares, one gelding, and one stallion on her farm. The stallion’s name is Sweet Life Bizzarro; he is eight years old, and his grand sire was imported from Spain. Ms. Lee said that Bizzarro loves to jump and has done endurance rides with her She said that Andalusians are good for everything—riding English, Western, dressage, and eventing. They are equal to Arabians for long-distance endurance rides. The Andalusians normally range between 15 to 17 hands. One of their trademarks is extremely long manes and tails. Remember the horse that Bo Derek rode on the beach in the movie “10”? That was an Andalusian. They’re very pricey horses, ranging from $4,000 to $10,000 for a gelding to up to $40,000 for a purebred stallion. Cross breeds are much more afforddlsle, and Ms. Lee sometimes breeds Andalusians with Paints, another breed which she specializes in. Ms. Lee says the Andalusians’ temperament is wonderful, and she often uses them for giving riding lessons. She said they are smart, and learn quickly. They are usually grey, but are sometimes pure white or black. The foals are bom dark and lighten up as they grow. They have extremely sturdy legs and joints. She will be breeding her stallions (one Andalusian and one Paint) in the spring. The breeding is done on the farm, and she said that she does not do any artificial breeding. The stud fee for the Andalusian is $800, and $350 for the Paint, and a live foal is guaranteed. Another horse which Ms. Lee breeds is the Azteca, a modern breed which was developed in Mexico 25 years ago. It is a cross between the Andalusian and a quarterhorse. The Azteca has the agility and soundness of an Andalusian and the strength and power of a quarterhorse. Both horses are good for working cattle, and the most common color is bay or grey. Before getting her first Andalusians six years ago, Ms. Lee bred American Paint horses, and still does. The Paint horses are sacred to Indians, and each one has unique markings. One of hers has a wolfs head shape on one side. Two of them are 21-generation Paint horses. Her two-year-old Paint stallion, Doc’s Dazzlin Amigos, was grand sired by Adios Amigos, who was one of the greatest foundation Paint sires for the breed in producing performance, show and halter horses. Dazzlin plays with a large rubber ball out in the field. He picks it up, shakes it vigorously, and throws it up in the air. He will then chase after it, and repeat this, again and again. Ms. Lee said he is especially interested in playing with the ball on cold days. She said that he is the only horse she owns who will do this. Paint horses were also wartrained horses. Cortez brought 16 war horses to Vera Cruz, Mexico in 1519, and at least one of these was a Trapezoid Concerts Set for Next Weekend Trapezoid, the nationally reknowned Alternative Acoustic music trio from Washington will perform two holiday concerts at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3 at the Ki Theatre on Gay Street in Washington. The concert celebrates the release of “Ldng Time Down This Road,” Trapezoid’s 20th anniversary retrospective release available at the concert on CD and cassette. This event is also part of Washington’s Colonial Christmas Celebration weekend. For over 20 years Trapezoid has created bridges joining the finest in folk traditions with the pulse of contemporary music— blending the richness and warmth of acoustic instrumentation with beautiful, sensuous voices. Trapezoid’s music cuts across borders, combining folk roots, world music eclecticism, classical precision and new-age mysticism with the vitality of contemporary music. Trapezoid has performed over 1,800 concerts in North America and Asia, recorded eight albums of their own and over two dozen with other recording artists including John McCutcheon, Si Kahn, Peter Kater, Sally Rogers and Holly Near. Tickest are $10 in advance and $12 at the door, children under 12 half price. Advance tickets are available at Mountainside Market in Washington, Culpeper Music in Culpeper, Natural Marketplace in Warrenton, Royal Oak Bookstore in Front Royal or by mail, makes checks payable to Trapezoid, P.O. Box 38, Washington, Va. 22747. For more information call 987-3164. Paint. In the early 1800s, Paints were prominent among free-ranging herds in the West, and were very popular with Comanche Indians and cowboys. When Indians were forced onto reservations in the beginning of the 1900s, Paints began to disappear, but made a comeback beginning in the 1950s. All of Ms. Lee’s Paints are black and white, and she said it is important to breed them right for the desired color. Hers range between 15.3 to 16 hands. She shows all of her horses, and usually enters a large Paint horse show in Lexington in September. She hopes to attend a Paint show in Reno later this year. ( Besides breeding the Andalusians and Paints, Ms. Lee does everything horse-related. She sells horses, shows her own and other people’s horses, gives riding lessons, and trains and breaks horses. Her mom, Kitty, helps her with the operation. She moved here from Maryland with her parents in 1975, and graduated from RCHS in 1977. Her dad, Bob, has been raising horses for 22 years, and still owns the Paint he began with. Doc’s Dazzlin Amigos plays with a rather deflated ball. Holiday Music Offered The Smithsonian Chamber Players bring Music for the Holiday to The Theatre at Washington at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3. The performance is part of the popular Smithsonian at Little Washington concert series, now in its third season at the Theatre. Early carols and noels from the Baroquie period give a fresh and unusual musical interpretation to familiar Christmas texts. The settings by Charpentier of simple French carols, the “folk” music of the day, contrast with the serenely beautiful “Natus est Jesus” of Boddecker and the florid artistry of Monteverdi. James Weaver, will bring a small pipe organ to the Theatre for this concert. He founded and directed the chamber music residency program at the Smithsonian to work with the splendid historic instruments in the museum collections. Weaver plays the harpsichord, fortepiano and organ, presenting solo concerts and working extensively in chamber music repertoire in America and Europe. He will give a preconcert talk about he evening’s performance beginning at 7:30. A special focus of the recital is the two beautifully matched voices of the widely acclaimed sopranos, Judith Nelson and Amanda Balestrieri. Since her European debut, Judith Nelson has been acknowledged one of the world’s leading singers of the baroque repertoire. She has performed throughout Europe and the United States in concerts and operas and for radio and television. She has over seventy recordings to her credit. English soprano Amanda Balestrieri is a founding member of Drew Minter’s vocal quintet, Ensemble Five/One, which is schedule to come to the Theatrer at Washington next April. She studied baroque performance technique with Max Van Egmond and has sung with many early music ensembles including the Folger Consort. Tickets for the recital on Dec. 3 are $13.50 with reservation, $15 at the door. Reservations are recommended since the Smithsonian concert series is already well subscribed and this performace coincides with the historic town of Washington’s annual “Colonial Christmas” celebration. For reservations or information phone 675-1253.

Community Thanksgiving Service There will be an area community Thanksgiving service at the First Baptist Church in Washington at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 24. The sponsoring churches are Reynolds Memorial, Washington Baptist, Promise Land Baptist, Trinity, the Rappahannock Methodist Charge and St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Everyone is invited to join and to give thanks to God on this special day. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Interim Pastor: Jon Heddleston / Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. , Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Tom Wiles Sunday: Adult Bible School/Sunday School 9:45 a. m. ■i 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. 1 On Weekdays (Mon.-Sat.) at 8:30 a.m! On Holy Days at 7:30 p.m. Anniversary Celebration The Hopewell Missionary Group will celebrate their anniversary at 3 p.m. on Nov. 27 at Hopewell Baptist Church. Rev. John Pendleton of Promise Land Baptist will be the guest preacher. All are welcome. i Washington Baptist Interim Pastor: Rev. David Small Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. j1 Community Youth Group 7:30 p.m Wednesday Children’s Choir 7:00 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. 1 Hope Hill Baptist Pastor: Rev. Milton Switzer Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Service 11:00 a.m. ( Evening Service 7:00 p.m. County Methodist Services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Nov. 27 as follows: * Flint Hill at 11:15 a.m.; Sperryville at 8:45 a.m.; and Willis Chapel at 10:00 a.m. with communion. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. v F.T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. \ Thanksgiving Day Sunday Wednesday Sunday: Sunday: Wednesday: Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Community Service, Washington Baptist Church 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist — Men’s Corporate Communion & Breakfest S a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a. m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Bible Study and Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: John R. Pendleton v Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 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: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a. m. Youth and Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p. m. Saturday: Men’s Prayer Service 6:00 p. m. Nethers Mill Lighthouse Weekly services at Nethers Mill Lighthouse Tabernacle are held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays and at 5:30 p.m. on Sundays. The Rev. Charles Clinedinst, pastor, invites the public. Fellowship Assembly of God 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. Mrs. Fletcher Celebrates Birthday Mrs. Mattie Ball Fletcher will celebrate her 106th birthday on Wednesday, Nov. 23. In last weeks paper there was a mistake concerning Mrs. Fletcher's residence, Mrs. Fletcher is currently residing with her family at Thornton Hill outside of Sperryville. The community expresses best wishes to Mrs. Fletcher on her special day and our thoughts will be with her during the coming year. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Cooper and sons of Jacksonville, Fla. were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Miss Amanda Brown was a Friday night dinner guest of Miss Emily Taylor and her parents near Sperryville. By RUTH CLARK <75-360# 1 Mr. and Mrs. Sam Morgan of Corapeake, N.C. spent Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Pennington. Mr. Morgan is Mrs. Pennington’s brother. Saturday night Mr. and Mrs. Troy Baker and some friends attending the Amissville Fire Department dance in Amissville. Wednesday Mrs. Peggy Eubank of Sperryville and Mrs. Frances Eubank visited Mrs. Vergie Hutchinson in Front Royal. Saturday Mrs. Sandra Hitt of Boston, Mrs. Frances Eubank and Bob Eubank shopped and had lunch in Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo and Mrs. Ruth Clark shopped and had dinner in Winchester on Saturday evening. Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo visited Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown in Woodville. Sunday guests of Mrs. Annie Hawkins were Mrs. Judy Deal, Ja-I mie and Johnathan of Hume and Roger Hawkins of Amissville. Sunday visitors of Mrs. Addie Keyser were Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill and Donald Keyser of Alexandria. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz attended The Washington Balalaika Society program at the Washington Theater on Saturday night. Don’t forget to call a member of the Rappahannock County High School Music Booster Club to order your fresh fruit or you can call Amanda Brown at 675-3624. Happy birthday to Mrs. Marilyn Bailey who will celebrate her day on Tuesday, Nov. 29. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Blue Ridge Christmas This Weekend The Sperryville Business Council will sponsor its annual Blue Ridge Christmas this weekend Nov. 25, 26 and 27. The event is sponsored by Apple Hill B & B, Mountain Spring Stable, Sperryville Antique Market, That Sperryville Emporium, Faith Mountain Catalog Outlet, The Faith Mountain Company, Country Home Antiques, Elmer’s Antiques, Doc’s Ole Stone House, Parkway Gift Shop, Country Manor Outlet and Hazel Mountain Deli. The Faith Mountain Company will offer free refreshments and door prizes as will the Sperryville Antique Market. Country Manor will offer door prizes. Also visit their Catlog Outlet store which offers 30-60 percent savings every1 day. Also remember there is a full service lunch pub on ( the premises. That Sperryville Emporium will offer at least two door prizes. One “““"PLEASE ’ 1 CALL HOME" f The Church of God | of Prophecy is waiting to § I hear from YOU! | 11-800-341-7636 1 fPicmmmitamgcimwaiauicmrawmamtfttauitfittiutqO By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 will be a country ham and ther other a rocking chair. There will also be seasonal sales, country specialities, special gift ideas, catlog overstock sales, wreaths, greenery, trees, country Christmas decorations, warm hospitality and Christmas cheer. In celebration of Blue Ridge Christmas Appetite Repair Show will offer a sauasge and all-u-can-eat pancake supper on Nov. 26 for the low prize of $4.95. Happy birthday to Miss Tiffany Wayland who will celebrate her second birthday on Nov. 23. Tiffany is the daughter of Billy and Barbara Wayland. 1 Mr. and Mrs. Olen McDaniel of Luray were Saturday guests of Mrs. Emma Swindler and Mrs. Annabelle Swindler. Mrs. Catherine Brown and family celebrated Thanksgiving on Saturday with dinner at Ben and Mary’s near Warrenton. Those enjoying dinner with Mrs. Brown were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Overhulser of Palm Harbor, Fla., Mr. and Mrs. Strother Brown, John and Jay, Julian Brown and Paul, Dr. and Mrs. Larry Kushner of Gaithersubrg, Md., Mr. Benny Brown of Winchester and Mrs. Barbara Payne ofWarrenton. Sperryville residents are reminded of the Colonial Christmas celebration in the Town of Washington on Dec. 3 and 4. Happy Thanksgiving. School Menus RCES Nov. 28-Dec. 2 Monday, Nov. 28: Breakfast: Breakfast pizza or cereal/milk, toast, juice; Lunch: Chicken nuggets/biscuit, macaroni and cheese, buttered broccoli, choice of fruit. Tuesday, Nov. 29: Breakfast: Hot cakes/syrup or cereal/milk, toast, juice; Lunch: Lasagne/garlic bread, choice of vegetables, chilled peaches. Wednesday, Nov. 30: Breakfast: English muffin/jelly or cereal/milk, toast, juice; Lunch: Cheeseburger on bun, French fries, choice of fruit, oatmeal cookie. Thursday, Dec. 1: Breakfast: Hot oatmeal/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice; Lunch: Turkey sub, potato, rounds, blueberries or mix fruit. Friday, Dec. 2: Breakfast: Scrambled eggs/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice; Lunch: Chicken pattie i on bun, vegetable sticks, choice of fruit. RCHS Monday, Nov. 28: Steak nuggets/biscuit, potato rounds, choice of fruit or r cheese pizza, potato rounds and fruit. I, Tuesday, Nov. 29: Hot dog on bun, hash browns, baked beans or chicken salad on bun or Italian sub. Wednesday, Nov. 30: Vegetable beef soup, peanut butter and jelly, onion rings and fruit or hamburger on bun or bologna and cheese sub. Thursday, Dec. 1: Taco’s/beef, cheese, French fries, fruit or tuna salad on bun or grilled ham and cheese. Friday, Dec. 2: Pork rib on bun, scalloped potatoes, broccoli/cheese sauce or chicken nuggets, French fries. Please join us for our OPEN HOUSE Thursday, December 1st 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Refreshments - Door Prizes Debbie9s Ivy Garden Florist & Gifts Commerce Avenue in the Front Royal Business Park. Use the John Marshall entrance for easy access. FREE In-Town Delivery 636-3900 Blue Ridge OB/GYN Services Announces the Association of * William Reeves, D.O. For the Practice of Obstetrics & Gynecology 1077 N. Shenandoah Ave., Suite B » Front Royal, VA For Appointments, Call (703) 635-4043 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST.. CULPEPER. VIRGINIA 703/825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. "See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs" 1418 Orange Road Culpeper 703-825-0937 Sperryville Emporium "The Shop that has EVERYTHING" Rts. 211 & 522 Sperryville, VA 703-987-8235 IA Prayer of Thanksgiving “We praise Thee, Thou Source of great bounty, as our sincere supplications surpass space and time to reach Thy Heavenly Throne. For the blessings of this year, both material and spiritual, we give Thee thanks...each sunrise a new beginning...each heartbeat a special gift. Moreover, we thank Thee for difficult days that build strength...for sadness, so we might appreciate joy; for anxious moments that teach us of the importance of faith which sustains the human soul. Indeed, Thou hast written, ‘Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God’ (1 Thess. 5:18). Each day, may we demonstrate our gratitude as we humbly share our blessings with those who need them most; that by our example, they might come to know Thy merciful and bounteous love. With thankful hearts we pray. Amen.” May you each have a most meaningful Thanksgiving. Sunday Revelation 19:1-21 Copynght Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Psalm Psalm Psalm Psalm Psalm 92 95 96 100 1 04:1-23 Saturday Psalm 104:24-35 Scriptures Selectee] by The American Bible Society 1994 Keister-Witiiams Newspaper Services. P O Box 8005. Charlottesville. VA 22906 ABERDEEN BARN Steaks - Seafood - Prime Rib Banquets - Luncheons in Che Holiday Inn of Culpeper 703-825-1037 Jimmie's Auto Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts. 161 Saunders St. • Culpeper 703/825-8030 Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 21 1 E , Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mtns. Fri. & Sat 7 a m 8:30 p.m. Sun to Thurs 7 am-8 pm 703-743-5698 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House 703-825-5888, Culpeper Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News *

The Hard Facts About Black Walnuts By HELEN W. SMITH Extension Afent, Home Economics We have had several questions this fall about black walnut. And small wonder since it is the time of year to harevest them and they seem to be a large part of our American culture. Nuts are source of protein and fat, mostly unsaturated. In addition, black walnut wood is prized for its beautiful grain patterns. For my column this week I want to thank Ed Tyner, a Culpeper Master Gardener, for providing the horticultural information on growing black walnut trees. The food-related questions that I always get are on how to harvest them and crack them, which is covered at the end. Native To Eastern U.S. i The black walnut (Juglans nigra) is native to the eastern United States and under ideal conditions can grow to a height over 100 feet. It prefers well-drained loamy or clayey soil but is adaptable to soils too rocky to be plowed or on banks to reduce erosion. , The black walnut, as do most nut trees, has a very deep tap root making it very difficult to transplant. . Planting nuts directly into the ground in the best way to obtain a tree. Ideally the nuts should be stratified in moist sand during the winter months and then dug and planted on site in the spring. There is one problem with the planting and that is squirrels and rodents who have the uncanny ability to sniff out and find the plants nuts. You can, of course, cover the planting with wire cages. It is possible to find nursery stock that has been carefully tended, and some are grafted onto hardy roots. Due to the deep tap root, a small seedling may be most successful. Dig the planting hole deep enough, and after planting water thoroughly, and mulch to 8 inches to HOME ECONOMICS keep the soil moist. Keep mulch away from the trunk to reduce rodent damage. Water the tree once a week during dry spells until it is established. The black walnut is monoecious, having both male and female blossoms on the same tree, but it may not be self-pollinating when both blossoms do not open at the same time. Cross pollination may be necessary by planting more than one tree. Interaction With Other Plants This tree is an interesting subject of alleopathy that describes the interaction of plants to each other. If excretes a chemical into the soil called juglone which harms other plants and cuts competition for growing space. It is specially harmful to tomatoes, rhododendrons, azaleas, and many other acid-loving plants. Pruning Pruning may be necessary when trees are young to check excess side branches. Later pruning would be like any shade trees - cutting out dead wood, crossing branches, and slender-angle branches that could split. If a tree with grafted rootstock was planted, remove suckers from the base. As the walnut bleeds pro fusely when cut, the best pruning time is fall or between July and Christmas when sap flow is minimal. Harvesting Most nuts are harvested as soon as they ripen and fall to the ground. The outer husk must be removed soon after or the nut could become dark and moldy. The husks contain a good deal of dyeing matter which stains anything including hands, clothing, and pavements. Good leather gloves are best for handling, as the dye will bleed through cloth. The husks are not alway easily reused with mixed success. You can pound With a hammer. Some people find spreading them on a gravel driveway and driving over them words well. When husks are removed the nuts should be allowed to cure for one to three months. Spreading them on a proch or shed roof is a good place, but a cage must be fashioned over them to keep out squirrels. Cooking Black walnuts have a stronger flavor than English walnuts. And some people may think that allthe effort to crack them and pick out the meat is not worth it. But is you do like the flavor of black walnuts, here are two versions of a black walnut pound cake to trv. You can also substitute black walnuts in other recipes using nuts like breads, cakes, even homemade ice cream. Just remember that the flavor is stronger then English walnuts or pecans, so you may want to reduce the quanity stated in recipe slightly. s . Black Walnut Pound Cake I ■ i 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup shortening 3 cups sugar 5 eggs & nor Sk • PRE £ KMISTMASJ , SALE! j| / 3 BIG DAYS! • Friday, Saturday, & Sunday! NOVEMBER 25, 26 & 27 20% OFF THE ENTIRE STOCK!! puts Silk Shirts $17.99418.99 Re#. $45-$50 All Winter Coats 25% OFF I^arge Groups of Sportswear 1/2 Price Selected Knit Tops 1/2 Price All Lee Jeans 30% OFF Ticket Price Junior Sportswear Sweaters 25% Off FREE BOXING & GIFT WRAPPING A small deposit will hold your purchase until Christmas Open Sundays 12 -5 Main & Chester Streets, Front Royal, VA §§§ 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup black walnuts, chopped Beat butter and shortening at medium speed with an electric mixer about 2 minutes or until soft and creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating at medium speed 5 to 7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until yellow disappears. Combine flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix just until blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla and walnuts. Pour batter into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 to 15 minutes; remove from pan, and let cool completely on a wire rack. Yield: one 10-inch cake. Note: Baked cake may be fozen 3 to 5 months. Thaw, and is desired, reheat to serve. Black Walnut PoundCake II 11/2 cup butter or margarine 1 (16 ounce) box confectioners; sugar, sifted 6 eggs , 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon black walnut 1 cup chopped black walnuts Cream butter and sugar. Add one egg at a time, beating thoroughly after each. Add flour gradually, mixing well. Add flavoring and nuts. Bake in a greased and floured tube pan at 350 degrees for 65 minutes. Remove from pan to cool on rack. Delicious is sliced thinly and served with vanilla ice cream between two slices, sandwich-style. , Serves 12. Held Over STAR TREK GENERATIONS PG Fri. & Sat. 7:00 & 9:30 Sat. & Sun. Matinee 1:30 & 4:00 pm! Sunday through Thursday 7:00 pm Starts Wednesday THE PAGE MASTER G Wed. through Tues. 6:30 & 8:10 pm Sat. & Sun. Matinees 1:25, 3>10, & 4:50 Sat. & Sun. ^ Also our Family Matinees Saturday & Sunday THE WAR PG 13 at 11:00 LITTLE GIANTS PG at 1115 r i i I i COUPON Bring this ad for a FREE special size popcorn n i i I i _i Traditional Buffet 12 noon-3 pm iihbeu urns Turkey & Dressing Steamship Round Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Fresh Mixed Vegetables Soup, Seafood Salad Baked Ham Baked fish Yams, Fried Apples Com Pudding Salad Bar Dessert ALL YOU CARE TO EAT $11.95 Children under 12 - S6.95 For Reservations Call 825-1037 j Aberdeen Bam Rt. 29 South • Culpeper Complete Thanksgiving Dinner with all the fixings Soup or Salad with choice of Four Entrees Traditional Turkey • Baked Sugar Cured Ham Prime Rib • Broiled Rainbow Trout Choice of Dessert Plus - a Turkey Sandwich for each person for that late night craving! Seatings from 12 noon - 6:30 p.m. For reservations call (703) 675-1700 or 1-800-551-4142 inrmvr^T ^ nmtikm r Upcoming Events Boosters Selling Citrus Fruit The Rappahannock County Music Boosters are selling citrus fruit to support the RCS band and choir programs. Several delicious varieties are available; navel oranges, tangelos, juice oranges, and Indian River red grapefruit. Each box (4/5 bushel) is $20 and a half box (2/5 bushel) is $12. Sunburst tangerines are also available in a 2/5 bushel box for $20. To order, please contact Sally Havstad at 987-9342. Fruit should arrive on Friday, Dec. 16. “Of course, donations are always welcome in lieu of purchase. Thank you for you continued support,” said Ms. Havstad. 1 t Santa Appearing /Santa will be at the Flint Hill Public House from 2-4 p.m. on Dec. 10 and 11. The event is sponsored by the Rappahannock Lion’s Club. Financial Aid Workshop Two financial aid workshops will be held at Rappahannock High School. The first from 4 to 6 p.m. on Dec. 8 with the Director of Admission from James Madison University and the next one from 7 to 9 p.m. on Jan. 11 with a representative from Shenandoah University. For more information call the high school at 987-8575. Computer Classes Being Held Through a dynamic job training program known as EDWAA, employees of the Aileen manufacturing plant are being trained one the use of computers. The Warrenton Business Center (WBC) is providing the computer skills training at the Flint Hill Fire House in Flint Hill. WBC is presenting instruction on Introduction to Computers, Keyboarding, Windows WordPerfect and Lotus 1-2-3. The “mobile classroom” uses state-of-the-art Toshiba notebook computers, Panasonic printers, instructor and course materials. Small, six person classes ensure individual attention to sudents who need to update their skills to re-enter the job market. • WBC’s “mobile” training area covers Fredericksburg, Woodbridge, Manassas, Bowling Green, Leesburg and Fairfax. „ For additional information contact Sandra Roszel 349-4398. I Woman's Club To Meet - The Rappahannock Woman’s Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 28 at the Rappahannock Extension Office on Gay Street in Washington. Mrs. Helen Bridges will speak to the group on Christmas decorating. All members and interested persons are urged to attend. Benefit Bake Sale The Rappahannock County High School Booster Club will be having a bake sale at the Washington Post Office beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Dec. 3. Donated baked goods would be appreciated. For information call Jeanie Welch, 987-8332 or Sandra Jenkins, 675-3741. CSC Will Not Operate CSC Transit will not operate on Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 in observance of Thanksgiving. CSC Transit is a program of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board. I CSC Transjt serves the general public as well as client^ of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board in the five counties of Planning District 9. Christmas Bazaar at CCLC i t . 1 The Child Care and Learning Center will have their ninth annual Christmas Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3; There will be a children’s shopping room, Grafter’s room, jingle rides and pictures with Santa. Baked goods will also be for sale. Anyone interested in renting a table or for more information call 675-3237. Library Program Planned \ Friday Night at the Library, “Christmas Potpourri,” stories, poems and carols will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9. for more information call 675-37810. 1 ' Spring Mtn. Christmas Bazaar The Spring Mountain School Christmas Bazaar will be held from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4 in Washington. Activities include the lighting of the Advent Garden, storytelling and children’s craftmaking room. Wonderful handmade Christmas gifts, as Well as gift-giving children’s books, books on parenting, gifts from Hearthsong, toys, 100 percent cotton children’s clothing and Culinary delights. Expect high quality at great prices. For information call the school 8:45-11:45 a.m., Monday-Thursday at 675-1458. Production Plannign Meeting Set Are you interested in directing, acting, singing, dancing, music, stage crew, make-up^ costumes? The Windmore Theater Roundtable would like to invite you to the Theatrical Production planning meeting for the 1995 season at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 30 at the WCVA Community Room, Radio Lane, Culpeper. This meeting is open to everyone with an interest in theater. For more information call Claudia at 547-2555. v Performance Scheduled Mark your Calendars: The Three Kings will be performed at 6 p.m. on Dec. 17 and 18 at the Ki Theatre in Washington. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2.50 for children under 12 yeras. Call 675-1615 for advance ticket reservations. Call Ellen Manson at 675-1349 for other information. v Aerobic Classes Ongoing aerobic classes are held in the Episcopal Church at 9 a.m. on Monday and Friday and at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday. For information call Beth Levick at 675-3108. 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. Free Clinic Open The Fauquier Free Clinic, Inc. is open every Thursday evening to serve Rappahannock and Fauquier County residents who have no health insurance, no medicare or medicaid and cannot afford to pay for health care. Registration for the clinic is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. All patients registered in that hour will be seen that evening. Volunteer doctors and nurses are staffed to provide free health care. Located in the Fauquier County Health Department, 330 Hospital Drive. Call 3470394 for further information. Transplant Group To Meet The Transplant Support Group meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month in the conference room of the Culpeper Baptist Church, 318 S. West Street. This group is for transplant recipients, potential recipients and their families. All persons meeting the criterion above are invited to participate, whether or not they have previously attended a meeting. For more information call Sheila or Lanny Horton, 825-4815.

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Call for info 1-800-290-8661 VERONA ANTIQUE MARKET Rt 11 Verona, VA Exit 225 off 1-81 Across from Fire Station Thur-Sun. 9-5 Info 703-248-3532 Public Auction Commonwealth of Virginia, Thursday, December 1, 1994, 9:00 am. Virginia State University, Petersburg, Va. 3-1977 Dodge Pickups, 1972 Dodge Pick-Up, 1978 Chevy Refuse Truck, 1977 Dodge Van, 1978 Dodge Van, 1974 Dodge Van, 1978 Dodge Pickup, 1969 Ford Tractor, Front End Loader, Allis Chalmer 640, John Deere Bush hog, Woods Bush hog, Gandy Seeder, Roto Spader, Gravely 5660 Turf Tiller, Hot dog cooker, steam tables, dressers, TVs, freezers, office desks, chairs, various Typewriters, Computers, file cabinets, protectors, copiers, air compressor, hems subject to change! For additional information contact State Surplus Property. 804-236-3666. Public Auction Commonwealth of Virginia, Wednesday November 30. 19941994, 10:00 A.M. Central Garage Motor pool 2400 West Leigh Street, Richmond, Virginia. Approximately 143 autos, 32-1987 Dodge Aires, 16- 1985 Plymouth Reliants, 26- 1990, 1989 & 1988 Chevrolet Cavaliers, 26- 1986, 1989 & 1990 Chevrolet Caprice, 1- 1988 ford Crown Victorias, 3- 1989 Aerostars, 1989 & 1979 Dodge Pickup, 1990 & 1986 Dodge Ramcharger Various other Makes & Models. For a complete listing contact state surplus property 804-236-3666. 3 Announcements No Trespassing premited on the lands of J. E. McGrail or M. J. Swift without written permission. This includes the land beyond the 'end state maintenance' sign at the end of State fit. 634. Trespassers will be prosecuted. Farm Equip/ Supplies Good Quality mixed grass hay for sale. Call 703-675-1330. Hay tor sale: High quality round and square bales. Call 703-937-5160. 17 Garden Equip/ Produce EVERGREENS LIMITED TIME ONLY Whits Pins Trees 4-12* $4.99 par ft. Daily. A Planted Also other Ever-1 groan Trees Avail. 703-343-5354 Glees ways Free Manure- U-haul. Castle ton area. 703-9372106 7 good young Angus cows. 1200 pounds. $75C each. Call 703-636-3842. AUCTION •OQualty Ansus Females Sat. Nov. 26th. Noon Hill Crost Farm 708-864-U75 Butchering hogs to sale. All sizes. Call 703 675-3429. Auctions Estate of Douolas C. & Bernice H. Wilt 94 10:00 am* LOCATION: From Luray, Va. - Take Business Rt. 211 west, turn south on Leaksville Rd. Rte (616), go 1/4 mile auction on right across from Page County Bus Garage. WATCH FOR SIGN! **550 F&M Bank Shares sold at 12:07 Lot of ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: ex: Crystal Chandelier cost 54.500 many vrs. aeo. EQUIPMENT & ETC.; sold at 12:07 Economy 14 hp tractor, furrow plow, harrow, blade &. cultivator, small yard trailer, Arian AT 7020 rear tine tiller (7 h.p.) approx. 1,000 hay bales (fescue)other times. Lot PERSONAL PROP: Lot ofDISHWARE AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Due to the large number of items, we cannot give a detailed list of all personal property for this auction. This will be one of the best auctions held in area this year. If you would like a detailed list, please call us at 703-743-2121 and we will mail or fax you a copy. Note: Announcement made day of auction will take precedence over any previously printed material or other oral statements made. Mr. Will was > wdl known Attorney at Law In the area for many years. DON’T MISS THIS AUCTION! 1316 East Main St., Luray, Virginia 22835 703-743-2121 Don P. Smcltzcr, Lic.#045 Roddie Baldwin, Lic.#681 Mark Reed, Admin, for the Estate of Mr. A Mrs. Doug. C. Will • Rain date - Dec. 10th, ’94. 10A.M. ** Shares, tractor, equip. A hay wUl be sold 12:07. 41 Lost St Found Found Dog: Male, approx. 50- 60 pounds. Found in Pineknot area. 703-987-8796. Lost: August 18, Rappahannock Co. cockatiel, light grey, white stripe on wings, yellow face, orange drde on cheeks, approx. 8’ long. Reward. Call collect 301831-8717. 42 Ml sc. for Sale/ Rent Attention Hunters: Hunt, target shoot, fish and camp year around in Northern Virginia. Call 703-643-2608. Gemstone faceting machine. Graves “Mark f; 6 months old; many extras including stone cutting machine, tumbler, work table, and lots of gemstones; Worth well over $1500 dollars will sacrifice for $1000. 7037859811 after 6pm or on weekends. Genealogy Program for IBMr compatible PC's. Organize family tree. Display ancestors, immediate family, descendants. Display print, exchange files. Call 703-430-8360. Metalworking Machinery • Used - Mills, Bridgeport. Various Types, Lathes, Grinders, Rolls, Brakes, Shears, Drills, 1“ Rebar Bender, Saws, New Aloris Tool post, Large Inventory, Much More, (804)261-0102. Travel to Sunny Costa Rica in January with small tour group. 10 days with visits to rainforests, active volcano, and beautiful beaches. Transportation, accommodations and some meals included. Call Sunny Reynolds for details, 703-349-0040. 43 Misc. Wanted Wanted To Buy Boxwood Cuttings, pay top price. Highlander and Sons. PO Box 272 Gordonsville, Va. 22942. 703832-2175. Assisted living - 24/ hour residential/ assisted retirement living includes room, board, and utilities - $1100 + - Va. Beach, Chariottsville, Lexington, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Gloucester, South Hill, Tappahannock, Emporia, Clifton Forge, VA. American Retirement Homes 1800-999-6637. Happy Jack Trivermicide. Recognized safe & effective against hook, round, & tapeworms ir dogs & cats. Available OT-C at Southern States. 52 Sen Ice* Business House Cleaning. Weekly and Bi-weekly. Honest and reliable With references. Other services are availble. 703-825-1318, leave message. Will do bush hogging, driveway grading and snow removal at reasonable prices. For estimates call Andy or Danny, days 703-987-8240. After 5:00p.m., 703-9878755 or 703-787-9068. EARLY'S CARPET, INC. Rl-21 1,1 mile west of Post Office Amissville, Vs. 703*937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 utunney sweeping Relining €Hb jfariilonrt ftctbitt Fully Insured Bruce Vierling 703-675-3508 Tributes In loving memory or our dearly beloved wife ana mother, Eleanor V. Jordan, on her birthday, ' November 25th. Although you are not here, You are very near. Because we hold you in our hearts, The love we feel for you will never part. Happy Birthday, your memory lives on. Love, Melvin, Anthony, Valerie, Mary and Karen Remembering Eleanor V. Jordan, on your birthday, November 25th. It's so hard here without you, But we know you are in good hands And we miss you very much. Devoted sister, Mamie R. Roberts Brother-in-law, Brevious Roberts Farm Equipment 1 and Supplies Cobbler Mountain Delaplane, VA Complete Farm Equipment Dispersal ■ Dec. 3, 1994, 10.30 A.M. J.D. 2355; J.D. 2155 Tractors; 1990 F-350 4x4; 1991 A.L Livestock Trailer 20x7; J.D. 336 Baler; J.D. 1217 Haybine; Tedder; Hay Wagon; Planter Drill; Disk; Plow; Grinder-Mixer; Cattle Chute; Cattle Working Hub & Panels; Rotary Cutter; Scales; Seeder; Welder. For Complete Brochure: Coleman Sales, Inc. Scott svilla, VA (804) 286*2743 Va. A.F. #197 80 Rentals Apartments Washington, Va. 2 bedroom apartment available now. *400/ month. Call 703-937-3439. Rentals House Rappahannock County, 2 bedroom one bath house. No pets. $600 per month, one month advance rent and security deposit. Call 703-9375147. 71 Real Estate For Sale Attractive, spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with sunroom. Available in prestigious Penderbrook area in Fairfax/Fair Oaks. Amenities include community pool & 18hole golf course. Close to great schools & shopping. Freshly painted. Full size washer/dryer. Will consider lease/ purchase. Lease $875. Offered at $112,900. Owner/ Agent 703-3524748. Oark* Co: 11+acrbe, fancad/crosaad fenced, 3 stall barn, hay ban, pend, 4BR brick alumln. aided house. $193,900. Brick rambler on knoll, 3BR. 2 full BA, hrdwd firs, remod. kitchen, new windows, 2.93+/- sc, $150,000. Personal Prop •rties 1-800-334-3869. Mountain Cabin On 5 acres $29,900 EAsy to finish cabin set amid beautiful Mountain acreage w/ stunning views & deeded access to best hunting & fishimg in VA. Perfect for weekend retreat. Low financing. CAII owner today 1-800-344-0847 ext. 2725 Culpeper - All brick 3 bedroom with den, 3 baths, family room, central air, gas heat, hardwood floors, deck, carport, private road, 2 1/2 acres. $139,000 703327-4483. Real Estate Lota/Acreage Jenkins Hollow: 26.5 acres for sale by owner, new steep driveway, drainfield, septic, cleared site ready to build, adjoins Shenandoah Park and road #600. County ' assessed $98,800. Priced to sell $85,000. 703-987-9058, 703-675-1088. 78 Manufactured Custom Housing NORWOOD CONSTRUCTION. MC. Authorized Dealer/Builder el NATIONWIDE MOOULAR HOMES Owner Completion Program Aval. Modular Homes, Sun Rooms, Additions 7D3-7IM570 Automobiles 1986 Dodge Aries, 4 cylinder, automatic, AM/FM, air-conditioning, power steering/ brakes, 71,000 miles, recent valve job, excellent condition, $1900. 330-5749, leave message and phone number. Toyota Tercel 1993, 13,000 miles, AM/FM cassette, 4 speed. $8,000.304-728-7454. *82 Volvo Sedan, high mileage; nice interior, new tires, exhaust. $500/ best otter. 937-9890, leave message. Trucks , 1978 F-250 Wooden flatbed, low miles, straight 6. Work truck $1500 or best offer 703869-4443 1986 Mitsubishi Pick-up 4 cyl, 5 spd, A/C, AM/FM Cass, New tires, new shocks and brakes, tool box, tuned-up, excellent condition. $2,600. 703330-5749. 1990 Toyota SR5 4-Runner. CD, air, automatic, sunroof, power steering/ windows/ door locks. Brand new tires. Includes extended warranty. Great for 4-wheeling this winter. $16,800. 703-825-1318 after 6pm. Happy Ads 20 TIFFANY *90 Toyota 4-Runner SR5, V-6, automatic, air, power windows & door, and sunroof, CD, cassette. Running boards, trailer hitch, new tires and warranty. 66,000 miles. Great condition. Must sell I 703-825-1318 after 8pm. 87 Motorcycles 1989 Harley Davidson 900 Sportster. $1800 or best offer. 703-869-4443 88 Parts 8c Accessories SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts for cars and trucks Some new parts Motors, tansmisdona and parts instated ill purchased here). Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. We Buy and Sell running cart and trucks. Open 7 days, Mon-Sat 8-6 Sunday 9-5 Located Rl 229,3 miletpasl Culpeper High School. KS-2571 80 Employment Services Airlines. Now hiring entry level. Customer Service/ Baggage Handlers. Many other positions. Local or relocation. For application & fee information call 1-800-647-7420 Ext. A-726. Drivers* Turned down by trucking companies “free training programs?* By trucking schools? Still want to drive? Call Shippers' Choicel We can get you trucking I 1800/646-2374 Postal and government jobs now hiring $23 hours, no experience willtrain. Call today. FEE 703-912-1789 24 hours. 91 Help Wanted $ AVON $ Sales al (areas. 1-800-662-2292 $$Avon$$ - Choose your income, hours, & rewards. Sell where and when you like. It's not just door to door anymore. Insurance available. 1-800-288-6311 A Secure Financial Future can be yours, no commute, you set your Income level. Call now (703)347-0415 Asa amble Arts, Crafts and toys in your spare time. Also serving typing and computer work. Great pay. No fee call 1800-632-8007 Attention driver teams $15,000 in Bonus Paid monthly, quarterly A yearly plus top mileage pay 401 (k) plan $500 sign-on bonus other paid benefits- vacation, health and life , dead head, motel/ layover loading & unloading Covenant Transport solo and and teams call: 1-800441-4394 Students and driving school grads, call 1-800 3386428. CABINETMAKERS, MILL WORKERS A CRAFTSPEOPLE needed immediately. Apply in person. Architectural MHMrork 703-635*7805 91 Help Wanted Bobcat Operators! Landscape Laborers! Needed immediately, Call: (703)347-5613 AUTOMOTIVE Road Mechanics - McLean Rentals has openings for road mechanics at our very busy Sterling, Va shop. Duties Include all phases of repair, troubleshooting, hydraulic systems and preventative maintenance. We oflfer salary range of $9.00 to $16.50, health Insurance, i 401K plan and ongoing factory training. Must have own tools. Apply at 17 Douglas Court in Sterling, or call Paul at (703) 478-0210. COOK 1 #517-04 Substitute position available for meals preparation in kitchens located at facilities in Warrenton, Culpeper & Orange. Must provide own transportation; mileage reimbursement. Duties in- \ dude preparing meals. Exp. in commercial cooking. Some weekends & holidays. $6.20/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 12/2/94, to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapt dan - CSB, 401 S. Main St.. Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. Die Cutter- experienced Bobst operator needed for paperboard manufacturer with 44" and 50“ sheetfed presses. Knowledge of make ready, setup, and machine maintenance important. Some die making experience helpful. Send resume or work history to: Personnel Director, Pohlig Brothers, Inc. 2419 E. Franklin Street, Richmond, Va. 23223 Driver/ OTR.sInglee37«/mi., teams- 20« each/mi. Late model conv. equip. Great benefits! Driving schooi students welcome. Great Coastal Express. 800444-4929 eat.6604. Drivers (truck)- Tandem/ Tri/ Quad Axle Dump. Must have driving experience, CDL, DOT physical and good driving record. Excellent pay and benefits (includes paid health insurance, paid holidays and vacation.) Contact: J.B. Shotwell & Son, Sterling, Va. 703-4502340. Drivers: Learn to drive with the best If you're looking a career as a professional truck driver, but have no experience, training is available. J.B. Hunt drivers can average over *2000 monthly their first year plus excellent benefits. Call: 1-8002JB-HUNT EOE. Subject to drug screen. Het> Wanted ROOFING For standing seam metal. Experience Helpful. For more information, please call: (703) 341-3633

Manager/ Manager trainee. Outstanding opportunity in VA, NC, SC and WVA for team players to join southeast regional retail chain. Must have sales personality and be mechanically inclined. Beginning salary during training period S15-25K, with paid advancement and higher earning potential possible. Leonard's is a leading manufacturer of portable utility buildings with 35 factory owned stores retailing our buildings, carports and truck accessories, PO Box 1728, ML Airy. NC 27030. Manufacturers Salee Rep.- National Cosmetics Company offers 60K potential. Large protected territory. No direct sales required.. Products distributed through established retailers. Training provided. (713)586-3463. MEALS SITE COORDINATOR #559-02 On-call position to work in Culpeper, Warranton & Orange. Responsible for planning activities at Senior Nutrition Sites. Human services exp. & knowledge of food service, recordkeeping & knowledge of local community. $7.49/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon. 12/2/94, to-Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEQ/AA. MENTAL HEALTH , CASE MANAGER #571-01 & #572-01 Two full-time positions available in Culpeper and Orange, VA to perform case management services for MH consumers. Good communication skills with consumers, families & service providers. Bachelor's degree in human services field and experience in MH consumer assessment required. Hiring Range: $19,324.50$21,723.00 per annum. Apply with RRCSB application by . 12:00 Noon. 12/2/94, to Human Resources, RRCSB, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA .22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. Minorities are encouraged to apply. MR SENIOR RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #569-01 Full-time. Day & evening hours, some weekends at group home for developmentally disabled adults in Culpeper. Provide living skills training to consumers & supervision to staff. Degree in human services or equivalent exper. Skill in supervising staff & MR consumers required. Hiring Range: $19,324.50-$21.723/ yr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 12/2/94, to Human Resources, Rappah an nock-Ra pi dan CSB, 401 S Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. Owner operators- Hit the road with more payl Plus paid license/ permits. fuel taxes, tolls, benefits... and the respect that shows it pays to drive with the best. Burlington Motor Carriers. 1-800-945-2621, RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #570-01 Full-time position in group home for developmentally disabled adults in Culpeper. Degree in human services or equivalent exp. Requires knowledge of behavioral programming & skill W/consumers w/mental retardation. Hiring range: $9.02-$10.14/ hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon. 12/2/94, to Human Resources, Rappah an nock-Rapi dan, 401 South Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. RESERVATIONIST FTLuxury, international county inn seeks reservationist. Position requires excellent telephone manner and attention to detail. Prior administrative experience required; hotel, sales and/or customer relations helpful. We offer beautiful work surroundings,exciting benefits and competitive wages. Hours include evenings and weekends. THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON, P.O. BOX 300,WASHINGTON, VA 22747.1-800-272-4466 SUBSTANCE ABUSE CASE MANAGER (WOMEN’S ALTERNATIVES) #573-01 Full-time position to provide case management services in day/evening treatment program for substance abuse clients in Culpeper. Case management includes assessment of needs, service and/or discharge planning, activities to link the client with needed service, monitoring of client's situation, and followup. BA degree or equivalent experience working with clients. Basic knowledge of chemical dependency dynamics. Hiring range; $19,324.50$21,723.00/yr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 12/2/94, to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/ AA. Minorities are encouraged to apply. RNs, LPNs AND CNAs needed for immediate openings in your area. Excellent salaries & flexible work schedule. Call Hunt Country Nursing Services 1-800-989-0055 SECRETARY I (EVENINGS) #574-01 Hourly position available in Orange, VA. 16 hours/wk., Monday thru Thursday, 4:30 PM-8:30 PM. Skill interacting w/public, handling confidential data, typing. $6.20/hr. Apply With RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon. 12/2/94, to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. Warehouse ' Warehouse/Yard McLean Rentals has full and part-time positions available at our Sterling, Va branch warehouse and yard. Personnel are responsible for maintenance/cleaning of inventory and rental equipment fleet, minor repairs on small equipment, loading and unloading equipment. Frequent customer contact. Excellent salary and benefits package. Apply at 17 Douglas Court in Sterling, Va. or call Paul at (703) 4780210. cleaning homes with the USA's #1 home cleaning service. No nights, weekends, or holidays. Weekly paychecks. Car needed. Mileage paid. Call: 703-347-7'400/Warrenton merry maids 100 Franklin St., Warranton, VA Legal Secretary Warrenton, Part-time Send application to: PO Box 3042 Warrenton, VA 22186 Or fax to: 703/347-6642 JIM WALTER HOMES WANTED SALES REP. \ Large national home building organization has an immediate opening for independent, self-motivated salesperson for the area. Offering salary plus incentive commission. Benefits include profit sharing, life & hospitalization insurance. Must be able to communicate well with staff, customers & other home building prospects. Exc. career opportunity for those who qualify. Apply in person to: JlM WALTER HOMES 1-95 & 17 NORTH EOE HO! HO! HO! Media General Cable of Fairfax is recruiting for SEASONAL UNIVERSAL REPRESENTATIVES at its Chantilly location. Positions will run from mid December to mid January. Requirements Include: o Customer Service or sales experience o Ability to answer high volume of incoming calls o Ability to operate a CRT o Must be able to work F/T evening/ weekend shifts Application s/Resumes must be received by 12/2/94. Send Resume To: Media General Cable of Fairfax 14650 Old Lee Rd Chantilly, VA 22021 Attn: Human Resources or fax to: (703)378-3498 EOF MrF/D Handicap Accessible Alice Porter Alice Beckwith Porter, 80, 0/ Washington died Wednesday, Nov. 16 at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. Surviving are seven children, Bessie Grigsby of Sperryville, Lawrence 0. Grigsby of Summerville, N.J., Robert B. Freeman of N. Plainfield, N.J., Donald L. Porter of Washington, John 0. Porter of Warrenton and Marilyn P. Price of Manassas; three step-children^ Lucy Porter of Washington, D.C., Jackie Porter of Woodville and Leroy Porter Jr. of Front Royal; one foster son, Robert L. Williams of Hawaii; 24 grandchildren and 22 greatgrandchildren. Funeral services were held on Sunday, Nov. 20 at Promise Land Baptist Church with the Rev. John Pendleton officiating. Interment was in the Grigsby Family Cemetery in Washington. W.C. Thompson Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Mary Breeden , Mrs. Mary Fincham Breeden, 94, of Wolftown died on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at Country Side II Nursing Home. She was bom in Madison County on Feb. 2, 1900. She was retired from the Silk Mill in Orange and was a member of Rapidan Baptist Church. Her parents were the late Saul and Amanda Berry Fincham. Her husband was the late Willie F. Breeden. Survivors include nieces and nephews, Vera Hughes of Alexandria, Nina Bell Sprouse of Williams |^appj> tiring Thanksgiving is a time whqn we pause to count our many blessings. Our friends, our family, our faith and our talents ... these are some of the rich blessings for which we can be thankful. i We hope that you’ll have, l much to be thankful for I during this holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving. TURNER-ROBERTSHAW , Funeral Home 1200 North Shenandoah Avenue Front Royal, Virginia 22630 • 703-635-4186 C. Warren Turner, President “Your Qolden Rule Funeral Home” Quality :lmBu/nntviL< at an .'If/tmlattr 'I'rice invites you to attend our Christmas Open House Door‘Prizes & ‘Refreshments Friday, November 25 - 6:00 pm to 800 pm Old 'World Cfiristmas Arrangements free \ 'Victorian to Modem In-Tbwn Delivery Thanksgiving Candelite Centerpiece.—.$12.50 Hose Bud Vases Always.. Wi» ui.,.w.MnpM..$6.50 One-Dozen Rose Arrangement_4>1&50 815 Warren Ave., front fpyed 703-635-9848 TOYOTA • CHEVROLET • GEO • OLDSMOBILE n j:\r\mi: SAIJ. On All New '94 TOYOTA, CHEVY, GEO & OLDS Cars & Trucks 4x4) Camry Stop fit and See thB ALL NEW AVALON ........... ?uw ' ■& /////' Experience the Difference burg, Genieve Shifflett of White Hall, Virginia Richards of Syria, Nellie Breeden of Orange, Morris Breeden of Amissville and Claye Breeden of Unionville. She was preceded in death by her sister, Fannie McDaniel and her brothers, Charlie Fincham and William E. Fincham. Funeral services were held on Friday, Nov. 18 at Clore Funeral Home Chapel in Culpeper. Interment was in Rose Park Cemetery in Wolftown. Patricia Sansler Patricia Tummyer Sansler, 51, of Warrenton died Saturday, Nov. 19 at her residence. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, Nov. 22 at the Convenant Baptist Church in Warrenton by the Rev. Ken Ayers. 1 l Burial was in Shenandoah Memorial Gardens at Winchester. Mrs. Sansler was born Jan. 14, 1943, in Harrisonburg, daughter of Lucille Tummyer of Front Royal and the late Harry George Tummyer. She was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of the Convenant Baptist Church in Warrenton. She was involved in the Fauquier Community Theater. Surviving with her mother are her husband, Don Sansler; a son, John Carroll III of Woodbridge; four daughters, Patti Carroll of Raleigh, N.C., Tammy G. Pearce of Zebulon, N.C., Dawn R. Sansler and Crissa A. Sansler, both of Warrenton; a brother, Harry Tummyer of Flinty Hill and four grandchildren. j( Memorial contributions may be given to the Convenant Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box u 442, Warrenton, 22186. J.L. Thompson Johanna Lynn Thompson, 37, of Front Royal died Friday, Nov. 18 in the Winchester Medical Center. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23 in Prospect Hill Cemetery with th# Rev. Harvey Skinner officiating. Mrs. Thompson was bom on r*- n Geest Funeral Home, Inc. 405 Sperryville Pike Culpeper, Virginia 703-825-0395 A. Wayne English <fe John Noon Western, Directors Christopher C. Geest, Consultant The Final Tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME "The Home of Thoughtful Service " Phone 825-2361 For Your Convenience 1-800-924 1266 CKMITARV MFMORIAI-S Funeral Directors A Wayne English John Soon Western April 5, 1957, in Arlington, daughter of the late John and Geraldine Mitchell Thomas. Surviving are her husband, Ronald Lee Thompson Sr., of Front Royal; two sons, Ronald Lee Thompson Jr. of Front Royal and Brian August Thompson of Linden; one brother, James Thomas of Haymarket; one sister, Jayne Sisk of Sperry ville and one grandchild, Caitlin Nicole Thompson. Arrangements are being handled by Tumer-Robertshaw Funeral Home in Front Royal. Gilbert Atkins Gilbert Edward Atkins, Sr., 79, of Front Royal died Friday, Nov. 18 at Winchester Medical Center. / Funeral services were held Sunday, Nov. 20 at the Maddox Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Young. Interment followed at Panorama Memorial Gardens. Mr. Atkins was bom March 23, 1915, in Rappahannock County, son of the late Marion and L^ura Belle Dodson Atkins. He was a member of Rivermont Baptist Church. He was a retired carpenter and a member of the Carpenters Union Local 1665 in Alexandria. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in World War II. He is survived by his wife, Catherine J. Atkins; one son, Gilbert E. Atkins, Jr. of Front Royal; three daugthers, Polly A. Sloat and Jane L. Kenney, both of Front Royal and Phillis M. Finn of Trenton, N.J.; one brother, Raymond Atkins of Strasburg; eight grandchildren and one great grandson. Pallbearers were Donald Sloat, Jr., James Kenney, III, Gilbert E. Atkins, III, Richard Campbell, David W. Strickler and Edward (Skip) Atkins. New Physician Welcomed Blue Ridge, OB/GYN Services and Warren Memorial Hospital are welcoming a new physician to the local medical community. William C. Reeves, D.O., is practicing obstetrics and gynecology at Blue Ridge OB/GYN Services, located in Suite B of the Warren Memorial Hopsital Medical Office Building, 1077 North Shenandoah Avenue, 635-4043. He joings Michael W. Corbin, M.D., who began practicing in the community in midAugust. Dr. Reeves received his bachelor’s degree from William Paterson College, Wayne, NJ, and earned his medical degree from the University of Osteopathic Medicine & Health Sciences, Des Moines, IA. He completed his internship at Memorial Garden Hospital in Union, NJ, and his residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in New Jersey. Dr. Reeves comes to Warren County from Maine, where he was on the medical staff at South Maine Medical Center and Brighton Medical Center. He was an associate professor and chairman of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Reeves, his wife Kathleen, and their children Billy, Tim and Kelly look foward to becoming a part of the local community. Candlelight Christmas Tour Set The Woodruff House and the Ruffner House, two Luray bed and breakfasts in the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley will hold the third annual Candlelight Christmas Tour of Bed and Breakfasts from 1 to 5 p.m. on Dec. 10 and 17. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry (NOV AM). The event will includ walk-trhough tours of both historic inns as well as a fireside candlit buffet of gourmet food, wine, and champagne punch. The Candlelight Christmas Tour will also feature live performances by folksinger Rich Follett, a noted recording artist who has performed at Washington’s Kennedy Center. Tickets for the third annual Candlelight Christmas tour are $15 and are available from NOVAM (413 Duke Street, Alexandira, Va. 22314). Ticket prices include all food and drinks. For more information, contact NOVAM at 739-2437. NOVAM, headquartered in Alexandria, provides educational prevention programs and direct services to people with HIV/A IDS throughout Northern Virginia.

Flint Hill Ladies Attend Luncheon REAL ESTATE DIRECTORY Mrs. Barbara Gentry, Mrs. Mabel Lillard and Mrs. Mary Curtis attended a retired post masters luncheon at Winchester on Thursday. Mrs. Barbara Gentry visited Mr. and Mrs. Wally Allen Gentry at Manassas on Sunday. Mrs. Barbara Gentry and Mrs. Mabel Lillard attended the 40th anniversary party for Billy and Elizabeth Power at Rockland on Saturday. ' The Flint Hill Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:1E a m. on Sunday, Nov. 27. The pastor, Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Lynn Lillard of Springfield spent Wednesday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McCulloch recently visited family and firends in Roxoboro, N.C. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson By POLLY N.AYLOR 987-3136 . / rt and Frances Hudson visited their sister, Martha Jenkins on Saturday in Standardsville. Ireme Hamilton of Highpoint, N.C. arrived Sunday for a visit with her mother, Mrs. Alice Brady. Ann and Harlen Jones have returned to their home in Vinton, Iowa after a visit with her mother, Mrs. Alice Brady. Real Estate T ransactions The following real estate transfers were recorded during the past week: Dorothy Hogan to Miguel Savino and wife, lot J, 6.080 acres, Hampton District. $128,400. Roger L. Cordani and others to Michael L. Atkins and w’fe, lot 2, 2 acres, Wakefield District. $96,900. EQUAL Sperryville Realty SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM James W. Leake, Broker 703-987-8088 /office FRONTING SCENIC BYWAY Rt. 231, 3.3 acre lot, pond, mountain view. $39,000. BRICK RAMBLER with full finished basement, 3 baths, 3 bedrooms, kitchen and dining area with fireplace, deck, attached garage and workshop on 4.3 acres with stream and board fencing. $200,000. FIX-UP AND SPRUCE UPthis six room and bath home on 3 acres, conveniently located on Rt. 211 between Sperryville and Washington. $79,000. ON RT. 522, south of Woodville, 4 acre open and wooded lot, stream, new survey. $32,000. Owner will finance. ALMOST NEW - cedar siding home, full unfinished basement, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen and dining area, living room, central heat and air, 5 acres with excellent mountain views. $130,000. James W. Leake Jon Morgan 987-8236 987-8500 John Eubank Bud Corder 987-8146 675-3291 REMODELING? CALL US NOW! HOME IMPROVEMENTS ARE OUR SPECIALTY! HARRIS BUILDERS Specializing In All Types Of Home Improvements. • Remodeling • Additions • Decks • Siding • New Homes • Replacement windows • Skylights ' • Fireplaces • Utility Buildings / i Financing available including HUD's 203K From American Mortgage Bankers. Call Today Fop Your Free Estimate. KEITH HARRIS, owner (703) 636-9547 I BUILDING CONtRACTORS HARRIS BUILDERS Serving the Shenandoah Valley with Quality Craftsmanship Licensed and Insured • Timely • Dependable 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 i^ 1-800-543-8294. I Club Members Enjoyed Program By HELEN PLATT Rappahannock New* Contributing Writer The Rappahannock County Garden Club hele its regular meeting on a wet November afternoon but club members forgot the weather when they were warmly greeted by Mrs. Dudley Semmes at her home in Huntly. The program for the day was “Creating Rooms in Your Garden” which was presented by Stratton Semmes, Mrs. Semmes daughter, who is a Master Landscape Architect. Stratton illustrated her lucture with slides of English gardens she has visited which emphasized enclosing space with hedges or bor 1 ture (for an autumn garden. , Plans' are underway for the , “Greens Workshop” which will take place the week of Dec. 5. Chaiman Sally Havstad was busy scheduling workers, asking each member to contribute two days to making wreaths and other Christmas decorations using live greens. The sale of these is the Club’s only money making project duing the year and the proceeds will be used to send two Rappahannock County students to Nature Camp next summer.' Hostesses for the meeting were Ruth Baumgardener, Christine Johnston and Carol Miller. flTljanksigtoms, from all of u* at 11 j! □ 675-3567 675-3887 EILEEN M. DAY, REALTORS The Clopton House Box 126 ; Washington, Virginia 22747 675-3033 The Country Property People 937-3185 Ucl» LU ucaic gdiucu i uuuw. There were also slides depicting gardens she has designed and some taken by her mother this past summer when her garden was full of blooms. After the meeting, the more hardy members braved the chilly drizzle to accompany Stratton i around the grounds to observe the gardens as they are at present. The ornamental grasses, Chrysanthe, mums, darkened flower heads of Sedum, and other plants created an interesting range of color and tex Gospel Sing Planned By ( ATIIY l.Ot. SMITH 9J7-5024 A Gospel Sing will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 27 at the Amissville Baptist Church. Pastor Everett invites everyone to attend. A special Community Thanksgiv' ing Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. tonight, Nov. 23 at the Amissville United Methodist Church. Guest speaker is expected to be Rev. Lanny Horton. There will also be a joint choir. A special offering will be taken for “Friends to Mom.” Those attending are encouraged to bring canned goods to benefit the community. Rev. Nancy White invites everyone to attend. Hackley’s Store is now offering a variety of Christmas candy, including many old-fashioned types. My favorite is coconut-carmel drops. Hackley’s will be open Thanksgiving Day from 7 a.m. to noon. They are also taking Christmas order for oysters and old hams. Mayhugh’s Grocery will be open Thanksgiving Day from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Customers are welcome to stop by for refreshments. Lisa and Curtis Stuart are proud “parents” "of five Pekingese puppies bom Veterans Day, Nov. 11. We’re happy to report Mr. Wallace Stover came home last Thursday following heart surgery; also, Mrs. June Lewis is home following surgery on her other knee. Cindy Kelly has returned home from the hospital; however, Mr. Gilbert Dennis is still in Fauquier Hospital, room 175. The W.C. Stuarts attended the wedding Saturday of Troy Smith to Katrina Maloney. Belated birthday wishes to Lisa , Batcheler, she was 14 on Nov. 16. Birthday wishes also to Theresa Mills on Nov. 26. On this Thanksgiving Day, may we truly reflect upon our many blessings, I spent last Thanksgiving in the hospital following heart surgery, I am truly blessed. 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Holiday Fauquier TimesDemocrat and Rappahannock News November 23, 1994

14 Karat Gold Dolphin Bracelet YOUR CUSTOM DESIGN EXPERTS y TOP VIEW FACE-ON VIEW N EDGE Men* and Ladies’ Butov* Watches Layaway NoW For Ckristmas 70 Main Street VISA, MASTERCARD Warrenton 349-4123 Monday-Saturday 10-5 John Kemper, the Warrenton Fire Department Santa Claus, amuses his son John. He is practicing for a Breakfast with Santa fundraiser. ' St, Nick Is Fired Up For Spreading Cheer By s 3 Robin Earl ven Santa Claus is getting on the fitness bandwagon. John Kemper, the Warrenton Fire Department’s resident Santa, says he will have to use some extra padding this year. He lost 30 pounds in the off-season. Mr. Kemper will offer his best “ho ho hos” for children who attend the fire department’s Breakfast With Santa fundraiser from 8 a.m. to noon on Dec. 4. He says that he has been donning a Santa suit for 18 years. “The first time 1 played Santa,” he remembers, “we just wanted to have some fun. I dressed up and we rode one of the trucks through the Jamesway parking lot while I waved to the kids. It was great” Since then, Mr. Kemper has played his favorite role for the fire department, the Fauquier Department of Parks and Recreation,and a local department store. He says he has a perfect record. “They may cry some at first but I can always get them to talk to me a little. I laugh with them, talk to them, sometimes even tickle them. Up until last year, I could fool my eightyear-old daughter Beth. Now she knows I’m not the real Santa.” Mr. Kemper’s 10-year-old son William also has caught on to the act. But 6-monthold John, Lisa and John Kemper’s youngest, still looks at his dad with the wide eyes of a believer. Years of Santa-ing has taught Mr. Kemper a thing or two. “When the kids ask for something really unreasonable, ! may tell them I won’t be able to fit it in my sleigh. And when they come up and yank olT my beard or my hat, 1 know I’ve really got to come up with something fast.” Mr. Kemper’s crew cut and brown mustache are non-regulation Santa. The expert predicts a big year for Power Ranger requests. But he says that he thinks Nintendo is still very popular too. Of course, he has been Santa for so many years, he remembers when every child was asking for Ninja Turtles. Mr. Kemper remembers one 4-year-old girl named Jennifer who asked St. Nick for a baby sister. (Her mom was due to give birth any time.) “That was on a Friday night,” he recalls. Later that weekend, Jennifer returned to ask for a candy cane for her baby brother. Even Santa makes mistakes, somtimes. The Warrenton Fire Department’s Breakfast With Santa is expected to bring in a big crowd of children, dragging their parents behind them. Polaroid photos of children sitting with Santa will be taken at no charge. The cost for breakfast is $5 for adults, $3 for children 4 to 12 years old. The breakfast is free for kids under three, according to fundraising chairman Edwin Lee. He says that the department sponsors breakfasts the first Sunday of every month (except January) to raise money to pay for the department’s new truck and accompanying equipment. The price tag is about $286,000 — a lot of scrambled eggs.

Holiday Festivities Abound In Fauquier hen it tomes to celebrating the holidays, there’s no place like home. Fauquier County residents have plenty of 1 opportunities to1 enjoy the holidays without travel ing, since local businesses and civic organizations have a wide variety of activities on tap. And they’re spreading the word about the events, with a calendar in |he mail to residents. The merchants of Warrenton, with cooperation from the Partnership for Warrenton, the Old Town Association and the Chamber of Commerce, have activities, special events and business promotions planned from Thanksgiving weekend through Christmas. In fact, the festivities will continue into 1995, with First Night Warrenton planned in Old Town on New Year’s Eve. The Twelve Days of Christmas will be featured in 12 stores scattered through Warrenton’s shopping centers. Shoppers who visit each store and get their entry forms initialed will be eligible for a $250 prize drawing, plus several other gifts. Entry forms are available at each store. Remington and Marshall plan to join in the holiday celebration as well, albeit on a smaller scale. Both towns are planning Christmas parades featuring Santa Claus as well as local businesses and civic organizations. Marshall’s parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3, while Remington is tenta tively planning a parade and community tree-lighting on Saturday, Dec. 17. (More details about Remington’s celebration will be announced later.) In Warrenton, the season begins on Friday evening, Dec. 2 with the town’s festival of lights and the arrival of Santa Claus by horse-drawn carriage. The Main Street merchants have, as in years past, arranged fanciful window displays accented with holiday lights and other ornaments. There will be strolling carolers, sidewalk refreshments and plenty of holiday cheer. On Saturday, Dec. 3 the town will have its annual Christmas parade along Main Street, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Parade fanatics can see a double-header, since Marshall’s parade follows beginning at noon. This year, Virginia Power will offer an innovative service for Warrenton shoppers. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., an electrit bus will make a loop from Oak Springs Plaza, to WarTenton Center, to Waterloo Station, to the Courthouse Square. The shuttle will make it easy for shoppers to visit the variety of shops around town without worrying about parking. Up north, the Marshall Ruritans will celebrate the season on Sunday, Dec. 4 with their annual senior citizens’ holiday dinner. From 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., seniors are invited to a turkey dinner with all the trimmings at the Ruritans’ meeting hall, an invitation See Events, Page 34 Village Flowers \. A large selection of COLLECTIBLES Departments^ _ Snowbabies A\zz upon a time... ' In a far off wintry land Jack Frost grewlonely And took the task to hand. He used his magic powers And smiled when he was through. For what he'd made were Snowbabies A joy for me and you. 9 yh tiny sleds they slide ' Down icy hills they go They laugh and sing together As they frolic in the snow. And while they're busy playing throughout the frosty day They hope the winter sunshine , Won't melt them all away. Old Town Warrenton 347-4711 Last year, a family enjoyed the decorated window of a local shop. Merchants are creating beautiful displays for Christmas *94 as well. Share the Warmth of the Season] (Please Consider a Contribution \ to NOcV*EC’s fylem6erShare \ I Your generosity und warm a home over the holidays * of one of the Cooperative's ■ less fortunate mem Ser-consumers. Jl ddonations are taic deductible. \ (Please mail your gift to !NOVEC, * <P.O.(Boj^2710 i Manassas, Virginia 22110 ' N0WEC

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Go On Chopping Spree At Local Tree Farms I . . ♦ . L n t’s a cherished tradition for many families. Bundled up and full of excitement, the kids, mom and dad pile into the family car. They drive to one of Virginia’s many Christmas tree farms to begin “the search.” “The search,” of course, is the quest for the perfect tree. Some families prefer white pine, others Scotch pine; still others insist that nothing but a Norway spruce will grace the family room. Each member of the family starts to wander through the sea of green beauties. They try to imagine how this one or that one will look decked out with lights and tinsel. After an hour or so, everyone starts to get cold and a decision is made. Mom or dad or an older sibling cuts down the chosen tree. It’s paid for and tied to the top of the car. The Christmas season has officially begun. Local tree farm owners are setting up shop now, preparing for the flurry of activity. Most provide saws and twine or tree wrapping for their customers. The trees they offer for sale vary in size and variety. Prices start at about $25.Some tree farms offer extras to help the Christmas spirit along. Some, like Moose Hill Farm in Sperryville, offer complimentary cookies and hot cider. Ticonderoga Farms in Chantilly features hayrides, pony rides, marshmallow roasting, bonfires, Indian forts, hay tunnels and refreshments, ft is rumored that Santa Claus will even make an appearance. Now there’s a man who knows his Christmas trees. Below is a listing of nearby Christmas tree farms. Fauquier Colline Farm Route 743, Orlean (703)341-7342 Hours: Beginning Nov. 26, 9 a m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays; 11a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays; weekdays by appointment Directions: From Warrenton, take Route 211 west. Go approximately 5 miles, then take a right on Route 688. Go about 5 miles, then take a left on Route 743. Take first right into Colline. Culpeper Glengary Christmas Tree Farm 5537 Glengary Lane, Viewtown (703)937-4751 Flours: Thanksgiving to Christmas, 8 a.m. to dark, daily Directions: From Warrenton, take Route 211 west to Amissville. Turn left on Route 642, one mile to left on Route 611; two miles to right on Route 626 (Korea Road). Farm one mile on the left. Great Hickory Farm Route 726, Rixeyville (703) 937-4508 Hours: Thanksgiving to Christmas, 10 a m. to dark, weekends only Directions: W'est from Warrenton, take Route 211 across the Rappahannock River to flashing light by Shell Station. Left on Route 229 south for 5 miles, then left on Route 726 1/4 mile. Entrance on right. Rappahannock Chestnut Hills Route 611 at Route 211 Route 1, Box 770 , Amissville (703)937-5461 Hours: Nov. 26 to Dec. 23, 9 a.rri. to 4:30 p.m. daily Directions: From Warrenton, take 211 west to Amissville. Go 1.5 miles west of Amissville on 211 to Route 611. Turn left on 611 and continue for 300 yards to farm on right. \ Jubalea Christmas Trees Route 618, Woodville (703)987-8252 Hours: Weekend hours only in December Directions: From Sperryville, go south on Route 522 1/2 mile. Turn right and go south on Route 231 for 5 miles. Follow signs to Route 618, about 3/4 mile. Moose Hill Farm Route 1, Box 104A, Sperryville (703)987-8271 Hours: 9 a.m. until dark, weekends starting Thanksgiving; weekdays by appointment Directions: From Culpeper, go north on Route 522 for 9 miles. Go left on Route 707 for 4 miles, right on Route 607 for 1 mile. Spring Hill Farm Route 1, Box 530, Washington (703)987-9414 Hours: Open first week of December until Christmas, 8 a.m. to dark, daily Directions: Take 211 west 25 miles past Washington exits. Go past Rappahannock High School on left; next right is Route 622 north. Take that for 1 mile. Farm is on right. Yule Log Christmas Tree Farm Route 637, 2 miles from intersection with 647 (703)364-2811 Hours: Dec. 4, 5,11 and 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Directions: Take U.S. 66 to second Marshall exit. Follow Route 647 12 miles to Route 637 west. Make a right; farm is 2 See Tree. Page 7 4 You can make it a beautiful 1 M\ T 11/ j»t 111 ™ •** -i » 'fcJk T<y M .<wU*'«4A*w* «*•**' Look for holiday ideas from these local merchants Panorama Travel 41 W LEE HIGHWAY, SUITE 57 347-7114 BETWEEN GIANT AND JAMESWAY U.S. PARCEL MAILING ETC 41 W LEE HWY., SUITE 59 HOURS: M-F 9-6/SAT 9-2 — 349-5259 UPS • EXPRESS CARRIERS • POSTAL SERVICE PACKAGING SERVICE A MATIRIAtS BETWEEN GIANT ANO jAMESWAY The Place «SUBWflY* Where Fresh is the Taste! BETWEEN GIANT AND JAMESWAY r f -s' i a «■ * § i ft 1 ■ MAGNA .gg PHOTO LU. JUk jlm 41 W LEE HWY, SUITE 59 347-1384 BETWEEN CIANT AND JAMESWAY YOUR CHRISTMAS OFT STORE 347-5387 BETWEEN GIANT AND jAMESWAY (Etudes 4 S47-S6S1 zzrr zsmrn 9:30 - 5:00 COMPLEX BELOW GIANT Warrenton Pet Shop OPEN 9AM-8PM MON-SAT 11AM-6PM SUNDAY for all your pets and their supplies 349-8252 BETWEEN GIANT AND JAMESWAY £ (z/ifljllU. 1/Bai.^.at COUNTRY CRAFTS 83 W LEE HIGHWAY • 341-4911 COMPLEX BELOW GIANT OAK SPRINGS PLAZA (Giant Shopping Center, Warren ton) _

For Busy People j , . 1 Smart Tokens Give The Precious Gift Of Time By Priscilla Lister he holidays are a time tor giving, but many of us have trouble just finding the time. We are increasingly busy with careers, families and even holiday fes tivities, and so are most of the people on our shopping lists. So let’s get a head start on that shopping by thinking ahead about useful gifts for busy people. These state-of-the-art ideas may not only shorten your shopping time, but they may help the ones you love find a little more time in their own days throughout the year. COMMUNICATIONS While sales of personal computers in the home are gaining every year, many busy professionals are also learning the advantages of notebook computers they can take with them wherever they go. For those who do a lot of traveling, time spent in the air can be well-spent with a notebook computer that allows them to take notes from their meetings or make notes for the next steps they need to take. Notebook computers are made by many manufacturers today and can range in price from $1,500 to more than $5,000. If that’s too pricey for your gift-giving, consider a few other communications tools Give A Christmas Memory. I that might be just the thing your loved one will love. , If the one on your list has a personal computer at home, you might shop for a modem that will allow them to communicate with others .through the increasingly popular e-mail systems. Once you’ve sent a message through e-mail, you will become a fan of the paperless, instant communication — saving time on writing and mailing letters. This phenomenon of the modem world also can send and receive electronic faxes of documents to entire groups at once. Modems begin at about $100. A modem, which allows connection via telephone lines to other computers, can also connect to such communication services as CompuServe, Prodigy and America Online that offer access to news wire services. These can be especially useful for researchers of all kinds. Hundreds of electronic forums give people the opportunity to share information with others in their fields. You might give a start-up membership to any of these communication services, which typically begin at about $50. For those who aren’t quite into the computer communication age, new adaptations of the old dictaphones can still be a handy tool. Look for tiny microcassette recorders that can be carried in a pocket, perfect for making audio notes or observations while on the road — faster and easier than pen to ou Jail Warrenton’8 “Old Jail” 2nd Edition of the Warrenton Christmas Ornament Series M-F 9-9; Sat. 9-8; Sun 11-5:30 Giant Shopping Center Warrenton, Virginia 347-5387 A new phone/ answering machine could be just what that on-the-go person on your gift list needs to make their life a little easier. paper. These can range from less than $50 to more than $300. And a pager can be useful for moms and dads as well as busy professionals. Some 19 million people use pagers today to make their businesses run more smoothly while also enhancing their personal lives. Parents can keep tabs on teen-agers, and moms can send a last-minute schedule change to dads when either one is on the road. Pagers range in price from about $75 to $200, with air time charges averaging $10 to $30 a month. And some on the market today give a scrolling word and number message, eliminating the need to call back, and allowing an immediate response to last-minute requests. Some people simply need an updated answering machine. The newest models store more than 100 phone numbers for speed dialing, have speaker-phone capabilities and, of course the phone and answering machine are built in one space-saving unit. ELECTRONIC ORGANIZERS Many manufacturers offer electronic gizmos that not only keep your address and phone lists as handy as your pocket, but allow you to send memos to yourself and keep calendar dates. Some can hold more than 3,000 listings and include personal memo minders, monthly calendars and even home/world time functions. Others might even emit a tiny alarm to alert you about an important appointment. Don’t overlook the old-fashioned paper organizer, including the myriad datebooks that allow entries for daily, monthly and even yearly appointments and dates to remember. TRAVELERS’ TIME-SAVERS Today's briefcases come in so many styles, you’re sure to find one your recipient will use. Whether it’s a traditional box-style attache or a soft-sided portfolio —.some even combine elements of both — such a gift will make them look more professional and organized when calling on clients or customers. And as for luggage, the choices are astounding. If your traveler seems always in a hurry, consider suitcases with built-in wheeled carts that allow them to strap on other bags and wheel them away quickly and easily. Many of these today can be stowed in the airline compartments on board. How about an electronic translator for the international traveler? You can find those that can translate 12,500 words between five languages — German, French, Italian, Spanish and English — using a standard typewriter keyboard in a tiny 3 by 4 1/2 inches. Here’s a grab-bag of other ideas for travelers: tiny alarm clocks, currency exchange calculators, a Swiss Army knife, tiny flashlights, camera accessories, dual-voltage hair dryers and travel irons and toiletry organizing kits. FITNESS FILLERS And for those on your list who make a habit of exercising wherever they are, but want to make use of that time for other purposes as well, how about a portable cassette player with headphones? Most can receive radio station signals for the avid news gatherer, and if your busy person is really obsessed, buy a motivational tape h&yor she can listen to while jogging or bicycling. Give some thought to what your lovedone needs most to gain some time, and you’ll gain the real joy of giving.

► Tree From Page 5 miles on right. Loudoun Jacobson’s Tree Farm t 42S18 Saint Clair Lane, Leesburg (703)777-9534 t Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday to Sunday Directions: Take Route 15 north to Route 658, which is also called Saint Clair Lane (11 miles past Leesburg). Turn right and go 100 yards to Quarterhouse Lane. Turn left and proceed to farm entrance. Loudoun Nursery-Bellwether Plantation Route 716, Purcellville (703) 882-3450 Hours: After Thanksgiving, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; other times by appointment Directions: Take Route 7 to Purcellvilje. Go north on Route 690 (Hillsboro Road), and left on Route 711 (Allder School Road). Take a right on Route 716 (Short Hill Road) to Bellwether Farm. , Loudoun Nursery-Gilberts Corner Farm Route 860, Areola (703) 882-3450 Hours: Weekends only after Thanksgiving, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; other times by appointment Directions: Go west on Route 50 from Fairfax, 1/2 mile east of Gilbert’s Comer (Route 50/15) Go north on Route 860, 1.75 mile. Make right on Route 617 to farm on right. (, ' Loudoun Nursery-Littlefield Farm Route 9/738, Waterford (703) 882-3450 Hours: Weekends only, after Thanksgiving, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Directions: From Leesburg, Route 7 west to Route 9 (Charlestown Pike), approximately 4 miles to left on Route 738 (Hampton Road). Farm is located at the intersection of Routes 9 and 738. 8 Loudoun Valley Christmas Tree Farm Route 1, Box 77, Purcellville (703) 882-3394 Hours: After Thanksgiving, 2 to 5 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekends Directions: Route 7 west from Beltway to Route 9. Take 5 miles to Route 287 and turn right. Take 1 mile to Route 694, make a left and after 4/10 mile, turn right. Lowelands Farm 21344 Steptoe Hill Road, Middleburg (703) 687-6923 (703) 777-7746 Hours: Thanksgiving weekend and weekends in Dec. until Christmas, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; weekdays by appointment Directions: Take U.S. 66 west to Route 50 west. Go 16 miles to Aldie, Va. Go right on Route 734(Snickersville Gap Turnpike) for 5 miles, right on Route 733 (Lime Kiln Road) for 1 mile. Turn left on Route 763 Steptoe Hill Road) for 1/2 mile, sign on right. Melody Farm 42555 Sweetwater Lane, Chantilly (703) 754-7905 Hours: Starting Nov. 26, 9 a.m. to dark on weekends; noon to dark weekdays. Call for special appointments. Directions: From Route 66 at Manassas, take 234 north and go 3 miles to 659. Turn right onto Gum Spring Road. Go 2 miles to signs and turn right into farm road. Drive into fields 1/3 mile on right. Middleburg Christmas Tree Farms P.O. Box 1256, Pucellville (703) 554-8625 Hours: Beginning Thanksgiving, 9 4 m. to 5 p.m., weekends only Directions: 35 miles from Beltway. Take U.S. 66 west to Route 50 west (Dulles Airport/Winchester), 22 miles to Middleburg. Turn right at traffic light in Middleburg onto Route 626, 6.2 miles to make a right on Route 630. Go .4 miles to gate on left. Milltown Creek Tree Farms Route 1, Box 212, Lovettsville (703) 822-5428 Hours: From Saturday, Nov. 26 to Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 to 5 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Directions: From the Beltway, take Route 7 west past Leesburg, make a right on Route 9 west, and follow for 5 miles. Take a right on Route 287, north, and take for 4.7 miles. Make a left on Route 682 (Householder Road). Farm is on left, .7 miles. Sittig’s Tree Farm Route 1, Box 253, Hamilton (703)338-6683 Hours: Thanksgiving weekend through v weekend before Christmas, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday; other times by appointment Directions: Farm is located on Route 9 across from the Waterford Animal Shelter, a 45-minute drive out Route 7 west from Tysons Comer. Snicker’s Gap Tree Farm P.O. Box 215, Bluemont (703) 554-8323 flours: The day after Thanksgiving until Christmas, 9 a.m. until dark, daily Directions: On Route 711 (Williams Gap Road) 1/2 mile north of Route 7, near Bluemont (16 miles west of Leesburg, 16 miles east of Winchester) Ticonderoga Farms, Inc. 26175 Ticonderoga Road, Chantilly (703) 327-4424 flours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to dark, Saturday; 10 а. m. to dark, Sunday Directions: From Manassas, take Route 28 north to Centreville. Cross Route 29 and U.S. 66 intersections. 100 yards after 66, turn left on Braddock Road, Route 620. Go б. 5 miles and follow bright yellow signs. White Oak Farm 21943 St. Louis Road, Middleburg (703)687-6121 (703) 687-3433 Hours: From weekend after Thanksgiving until Dec. 21,9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weekends; I to 4:30 p.m., weekdays Directions: 3 miles west of Middleburg on Route 50, turn right on 611 (St. Louis Road), go 1.8 miles to Route 790. Go 1.5 miles to farm on right. Follow signs. 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I U ._ >. 1 Homemade Gift Wrap Is Fun And Affordable By Sharon Gillenwater his is the year that I finally dump the Snoopy gift wrap. Four years ago, fed up with the high pried of holiday wrapping paper, I bought a jumbo roll of Snoopy paper at one of those bargain warehouse stores. I should have known better. The first year was OK. I liked the dozens of little Snoopy faces peeking out from under the Christmas tree. I like that Snoopy paper, I thought. It’s really cute. The next year I discovered that I still had more than half the roll left. So once again, it was a Snoopy Christmas. I was getting kind of sick of the smiling beagle, but what else was I going to do with 40 yards of paper? Then last year, even my friends and family got tired of it. “Snoopy again?”they cried. “What did you do, buy a whole truckload of the stuff?” I was beginning to resent Snoopy and his now sinister little grin, but I couldn’t bring myself to throw away the paper. I tried desperately to use it up by the end of the season, but without much luck. I must still have 15 feet of the stuff. Every year, gift-givers find themselves faced with the same quandary. Spend big bucks on a variety of festive gift-wrap designs or settle for the monotonous economy roll that will be with you into the next century. Well, there’s an easier, cheaper way. You can make your own signature gift wrap for a fraction of the cost of thestore-bought brands. Depending on your own individual talent, time and ambition, homemade gift wrap can range from pretty and practical to astonishingly creative Works of art. Careful, though. You don’t want the gift wrap to upstage what is inside. 1 There are a number of ways you can make your own wrapping paper. And if you have kids, you can turn holiday gift-wrap making into a fun family project that will keep them inside and occupied for hours when the weather turns wicked. Start with some large sheets of plain paper of your choice. It can be white butcher paper, colored tissue or the eco-friendly brown paper that is used for supermarket bags and mailing packages. Now design and decorate your own gift wrap using stamps and ink pads or nontoxic acrylic paints. For painting, thin brushes will do, but sponges are also a good tool. Just cut a thin kitchen sponge in the shape of a tree, a star or a snowman. Dip in acrylic paint and blot the sponge on the paper. Matching gift tags can be made by cutting a small square of paper, folding it and stamping a matching sponge design on the front. Punch a hole in the comer, thread with colorful ribbon and tie the tag to the package. Younger children might prefer to fingerpaint their designs. 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Creative Stocking Staffers For Grown-Ups By Jennifer Plantier n his hurry to tuliill the wishes of all the world’s children, Santa may skip the stockings of the i grown-ups you know and love. That doesn’t mean you have to. Bring back memories of fun holiday surprises with a stocking full of whimsical gifts and treats. Start with goodies like apples or oranges, nuts in the shell and homemade or store-bought candies . (Make sure they are well wrapped so they don’t end up melted all over the inside.) For practical reasons, you may want to consider some accessories to gifts the individual has already received: batteries for a compact-disk player, film for a camera'or disks for the family computer, for example. Finally, tuck one or two special gifts way down inside so it takes awhile to find them. Make sure to include something that will make them smile, and stand close by when they dump everything out so you can catch their reaction. GIFTS GALORE Fun-lovers of all ages will appreciate casual wear with a sense of their particular style. Rest assured that it won’t be hard to find the perfect T-shirt for any taste this holiday season. Athletic apparel companies like Nike, Reebok and Champion offer countless branded options for sports-minded individuals, while lifestyle Ts like those from No Fear, Quicksilver, Coed Naked Sportswear 1. . and others have jumped on the “graphic verbiage” bandwagon. They use clever, catchy or funny phrases to reflect a certain attitude. Well-known artists will contribute beautifully rendered styles for nature and animal lovers. T-Shirts of Florida features a line of shirts depicting living creatures like marine Even grownups hang stockings by the fire with the greatest of care. animals, lions, wolves and water fowl in their natural environments. Also popular this season are flannel and ;otton boxers in lots of prints and colors — or both men and women. Novelty ties, like those from Ralph viarlin's lines of Pink Floyd, Rolling Stones ind sports team-licensed neckwear, will lurely excite a man with a favorite team, an appreciation for rock V roll or at least a sense of humor. For women, a classy scarf (with a clasp or Aroolu Scarf Shaper), belt or other fashion accessory may be just the thing they need to perk up a tired wardrobe. Peruse department and specialty stores for other ideas along this line. Anybody could use an irresistible new pair of sheepskin slippers. Ugg’s expanded line of comfortable footwear includes tall, short and lace-up boots, Cluggs (sheepskin mules) and funky Kloggs that go anywhere as well as more conventional house slippers. By their compact nature, certain traditional holiday gifts make perfect stocking candidates. Jewelry, watches and all kinds of fragrances fit rather nicely and always thrill recipients. Pick out a stunning gold or gemstone piece for the lady in your life and it will surely be a holiday she remembers. See Stockings, Page 39 C^hristmas } at Warnenton Village WITH THIS COUPON ONLY MEMBERS TAN FREE On Sunday (must have prepaid Membership Fee) ■----*-1 l 7 Tanning Sessions I I For Only $2750„„h coupon \ CLUB PARADISE TANNING SALON Ph. 703-349-0019 155 W. Leo Highway H Warrenton, vA 221&> THIS COUPON EXPIRES 12/31/94 At Merle Norman, a l^eautilLil lioliday is in Our elegant blue moire bag is filled with advanced Luxiva skin care products to improve the visible signs of aging. It's a $47.50 retail value for only $17.00 with the purchase of any two Merle Norman cosmetic products*. Merle Norman® Cosmetic Studios and Nail Salon The place for the beautiful face.™ 347-1277 Warren Con Village 159 Lae Highway, Warren ton, VA •OwiiK-tK accessories not included

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7 l Animal Kingdom , , What To Give Fido, Fluffy & Tweety By Alison Ashton tumped about what to give folks on your list? Wrap up a clever item for their four-legged, winged or finned friend and you can’t go wrong. Still not convinced? consider these numbers offered by the American Animal Hospital Association: • There are more than 52 million pet dogs in the United States. • There are more than 57 million pet cats residing in American households. • More than 400,000 goats and sheep are kept as family pets. • In 1992, pet owners spent approximately $11 billion on pet food and supplies. Those figures don’t even include the vast numbers of fish, birds, hamsters, gerbils and potbellied pigs. And many households count two or more pets as members. Perusing the aisles of your local pet store is sure to yield a bewildering array of gift ideas for your favorite pooch or kitty — or for a pet-loving recipient on your shopping list. Also look for stores that specialize in a particular animal to find unusual, pet-theme gifts. This is really easy for cat owners because there seems to be a disproportionate number of stores with feline themes. Or simply visit the local bookstore, where you’ll find shelves of books (organized by the animal of choice), ranging fron pet-care tomes and calendars to glossy, coffee-table picture books. Whatever you choose, you can’t go wrong. DOG DAZE f Chew toys, tennis balls, gourmet doggie treats, rhinestone collars, Frisbees and more — the list of potential presents for Fido is long indeed. If the pup’s breath is worse than his bite, his owner is sure to appreciate Breath-eez, a chewable breath mint for dogs. They fight plaque and dreaded dog breath. Chew toys always are welcome, especially if they keep the hound from gnawing on the family’s footwear. A piece of rawhide is a good, basic item, or you could try something more sophisticated, like a Kong Toy, which is a cylindrical piece of natural rubber with a hollow interior. Owners can fill the center with dog treats to keep Rover chomping for hours. Since walking the dog now is an exercise in etiquette, don’t overlook the allure (at least to the owner) of a high-quality puppy poop scoop. Anything that makes it easy'to clean up after the pup is sure to be appreciated. Does your favorite family have an The Nikon Lite-Touch* Zoom Outfit • ^5-70mm zooin lens with macro close-up • AutofoCUS • Built-in flash • Auto-exposure control • LCD information panel • Outfit includes: camera, case, Kodak Gold Eflj film & lithium || battery rocKet The World’s Smallest 35mm Autofocus Zoom Camera. . JL ■■■■■■■ .— McCLANAHANl CAMERA & SOUND ^ 306 Lee Highway • Warrenton, Virginia (703) 347-2533 Monday through Friday 9 am to 6 pm Saturday 9 am to 5 pm Nikon. Ws lake (he worlds greatest pictures.* DRIVE THRU NOW QP£N undisciplined dog as a member? An obedience i training class for the dog and owner is a gift that will be valued by all. 1 FINICKY FELINES ^ Fuzzy mice, fluffy spiders, a toy filled with catnip -- these are just a few of Snowball’s affordable favorite things. She might even like chasing a little motorized mouse. I o get owners in on the act, invest in a fishing rod for cats (about $25), which allows them to sit on the couch, cast for Kitty and reel her in. Cats also are notoriously finicky groomers, and some can’t seem to get enough attention. The Totally Cat ZoomGroom has soft rubber “fingers” that conform to the cat’s contours, giving a welcome massage. Owners whose felines come and go as they please will appreciate a high-tech cat door. The Staywell Selective Cat Door is opened by a specially coded collar “key” worn by that cat, which means unwelcome rodents and other small beasts can’t enter the house. Cats love a place to call their own, so look into a cat tree or kitty condo. A ceilinghigh tree lets Precious keep an eye on things from a high perch, while a bi- or tri-level condo with holes to jump in and out of gives her a private niche. For indoor cats, a carpeted ledge that attaches to a windowsill lets them see what’s going on in the world. But, even with all these fancy toys, it’s hard to overlook the fact that cats really aren’t finicky when it comes to playthings. A paper bag, a cardboard box or a feather tied at the end of a ribbon can keep a cat happily (and amusingly) entertained. Be Creative This Christmas \ Fill Your Stockings ► With Art \ Materials ^ Paint Sets * Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor • Liquitex • Grumbacher • Winsor & Newton • Van Gogh Special Kits For Kids! e Easel/Studio Sets • Finger Pa5nts • Sketching Cases • Modeling Clay Colorful Gift Sets For Alii • Drawing Inks • Pastel Pencils • Calligraphy & Sketching Pens • Soft Pastels • Sumi Ink Sets And Lots More! Make Your Own Christmas Cards/ Art Supplies, Inc. X 8647 Sudley Road, Manassas (apposite Prince William Hospital) (703) 330-6051 HOLIDAY HOURS starting Dec. 1: Tuea. A Thura. 10-8.M-W-F 10-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5. FINS AND WINGS Aah, but what about Goldie the fish or Tweety the bird? They don’t have to be left out this holiday season. It might be time for the fish to move into a bigger aquarium, or at least to get some new accouterments. A large ceramic castle gives them a place to swim around. And for birds, there are always items like a mirror, seed sticks or a new perch. STATUS PETS What? Your recipient already has an ordinary pet. If you have thousands to spend, there’s always what the Robb Report classifies as a “status pet” — basically, a funy friend that’s exotic and expensive. Timbershepherds are a crossbreed of German shepherds and North American gray timber wolves, which have become a popular guard Bog among those who have really valuable stuff to protect. They also make very intelligent, loyal family pets. Neapolitan mastiffs are another protec-1 tive pooch, one that usually bonds with one family member yet remains highly protective of all the family members (especially children). Those who like the idea of owning a tiger should investigate the Bengal cat, a wild-looking, spotted breed. Other gorgeously exotic felines include Abyssinians, Ocicats, the Bombay and the Korat. Are these still too ordinary? Don’t overlook the allure of potbellied pigs (clean, charming, easy to housebreak) or llamas, which, with their hypnotic, humanlike gaze, are a relative bargain — about $500 for a pet-quality animal. Some golfers even train them as caddies!

1 . I , . . , I Sporting Santa , , ' Perfect Gifts For Active People By Sharon Gillenwater ere s a quick survey tor s the harried holiday shop" per. What would your special someone most like to find under the tree? A handbag or handheld weights; lacy lingerie or a Lycra leotard; a batnrobe or a basketball; bedroom slippers or hiking boots? If you chose the second option for any of the above, chances are you’re have a diehard sports and fitness enthusiast on your list, which complicates the already difficult I ' 1 II task of holiday shopping. After all, just how many tennis rackets/golf clubs/ski jackets/running shoes does one person need? What do you buy for the sports and fitness fanatic? Fortunately, the sports and fitness industries are booming, which means that there is always a brand-new crop of gizmos, gadgets and garments on the market each year. What follows is a rundown of some of this season’s most interesting and innovative new gifts for the active set. BRING THE GYM HOME We’ve all seen those ads for home gvm A portable stair-stepper and hand-held weights would make great gifts for the fitness conscious person this holiday season. \ machines that are supposed to work every muscle in the body. But how do you know what exercises to do in order to get the results that you want? The Pro Form Cross Trainer Gym may be the answer. This “smart” home exercise machine is equipped with an elaborate electronic display panel that allows you to select the muscle group you want to develop. The machine responds with a recommended workout Routine, including weight, number of sets and calories burned. The name Jane Fonda became synonymous with exercise with the release of her first workout video more than a decade ago. Today Fonda is pitching her own treadmill in catalogs and infomercials. The new Jane Fonda Walk to the Music Fitness Tread is a lightweight, motorless treadmill equipped with a built-in cassette player. After your workout, this portable machine folds up and slides right under the bed. To inspire you to new fitness heights, Fonda has included a musical training tape and video. * While Fonda’s system doesn’t keep track of your caloric progress, Caltrac will. Strap on this sophisticated, state-of-the-art minicomputer for a full report on how many calories you have burned. The user is able to personalize the program by entering data such as weight, sex, height and average II i calorie intake. The computer then calculates your caloric balance at the end of the day. A negative balance means weight loss is in your future. And positive? Well, there’s always tomorrow. More low-tech (and affordable) items for home workouts include a set of free weights, Heavy Hands or a floor mat for stretching. WET WORKOUTS Working out in the water puts less stress and strain on muscles and joints and provides a great change of pace from the gym. There are a number of tools to help you get a great workout in the pool. The Aqua exercise belt helps you bum more calories while jogging underwater. The “Water Workout Video” teaches impact-free exercises for deep and shallow water. And the foam Aerobic water jogger doubles as a water-resistance exercise tool and a floating pillow. For lap swimmers, the SportValise Aqua Tunes belt afTords swimmers, surfers and other water sports enthusiasts the ability to listen to their favorite music while in the water. A plastic pouch makes any personal cassette player waterproof and the specially designed earphones stay snug in the ears See Sporting, Page 21 Special gifts for special people only from Massey Ferguson Looking for a special gift for someone on you Christmas list? We've got toys, clothing and collectables. And right now you can save time and money during our Parts Fair Sale. So, make your list, check it twice, and come in today! We Sell The Best & Service The Rest! Smith and Son's Equipment Corp. Rt. 29 at Rt. 616, Warrenton, VA 347-1991

I Holiday Memories i By Sharon Williams \-rY~ ursts of flashing lights, the hum of power zoom lenses and the whir of automatic film advance can mean only one thing — the season to capture precious moments on him is upon us once again. More pictures are snapped and more video cameras roll during the holiday months than during any other time of year. Experts estimate that more than four billion photos will be taken during the upcoming celebration season, and that 96 percent of families haul out the film and flashes during this time of year. It’s easy to see why photography and videography have become important holiday traditions. Houses are decorated, holiday spirits are high and the calendar is covered with dates for get-togethers, outings and extravaganzas — each one a photo opportunity in and of itself. In fact, it often seems as though every moment of the holiday season —whether big or small — holds spontaneous, once-in-alifetime significance that begs to be captured on film. What more could an amateur photographer ask? Perhaps just for a few great holiday Choose and Cut 1 Your Christmas Tree 819 + tax Wdeaths & Cmm & Doping Starting Nov. 25™ Stonehearth Tree Farm Leon, VA FREE Hot Drinks Fri. thru Sun. FREE Coloring Books & Candy Canes for Children 7.2 miles South of Culpeper on U.S. 29 West on 63! at Prince Michel Winery, l/2 mi. to farm. shots. While perfect pictures are on the wish [ lists of practically every home photographer, the end results too often fail to meet expectations. 1 Busy backgrounds, eerie red eyes, blurry holiday lights and stiff “posed” pictures are just a few of the season’s many photographic pitfalls. But with a little thought, preparation and know-how, it is possible to capture and preserve all the little moments that add up to a season full of memories. , STOCK UP During the holidays, magic often happens in a flash. And if you don’t have your flash — or your film, blank videocassettes or batteries — close by, you’ll miss the shot of your daughter snatching a candy cane from the gingerbread house or your parents smooching under the mistletoe. You’re really out of luck if your camera or camcorder isn’t functioning when the moment arises. Thus, it’s wise to check your equipment, stock up on supplies and make any upgrades before the festivities begin. 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PWTBrnQN AND IWBrTMClXrHIilG. 4M ^l£«E ffSParr THE 0WUDM0tfT Qtmi t* m.tnome 1**'o*rtf\"imM *Smamw *9 mmm STi ■ Hyitr—>»wn »r»»|^'«B.»i»iM»rwui>iiWrB(ro<B-or|nil Use snapshots of holidays past to create an original centerpiece. action on the ski hill or skating rink and caroling processions. \ Or invest in a camera that lets you imprint the date of an event on your film — so you know just when the action took place, or one with red-eye reduction. As for film, 100 or 200 speed generally is ideal for sunny, bright days or indoor shots with a flash, according to photography experts at Kodak. Use 400-speed film for action shots, photos taken in dim light or longer-range flash photos. SNAP SMART Practice and fine-tune your photographic skills before the holiday season sets in, and you’ll be as confident as a good little child on Christmas Eve. If you’ve invested in new equipment, for instance, be sure to read the owner’s manual and take some pictures or videos well before the fun begins. That way, you’re not fumbling with the settings while your little one rattles off his or her list on Santa’s knee. It’s also wise to take stock in the power of numbers. Instead of being a film Scrooge, snap two, three or even more shots of a prime moment. Or spread the joy around by purchasing several single-use cameras for family and friends to use at gatherings. You also might learn some tricks of the trade by enrolling in a photography or videography class. Two tips from Kodak include photographing outdoor shots of Christmas trees and holiday lights at dusk or on a cloudy day with high-speed film, and focusing on facial expressions when snapping people since faces can tell a complete story on their own. And always keep in mind that people photograph best when they’re relaxed, having fun and unaware of the camera. GIVE YOUR BEST SHOT It’s hard to shoot great photos or footage, then wait until after the new year to see the results — especially when it’s possible for everyone to enjoy the fruits of your labors right away. For the fastest results, use an instant camera, or hustle undeveloped film to a onehour processor. Have a photo finisher transform your pictures into holiday cards, enlargements for framing, posters, calendars, key chains, mock-magazine covers, sports cards, tree ornaments or jewelry, or compile them into a holiday album for all to see. Some processors can transfer photographs onto T-shirts and sweat shirts, or will scan standard 35mm photos onto compact discs that can be viewed on television via a photo CD player. With a camcorder, meanwhile, consider shooting a holiday video greeting card and distributing copies to far-flung friends and loved ones. Record everything from shopping excursions to trimming the tree and Christmas morning, remembering to keep each segment short and interesting. Other families might record the lighting of the menorah, Mom in the kitchen whipping up potato pancakes or the kids playing with a dreidel. And to boost your own skills as well as the budding photographers on your gift list, why not give — and receive — gifts of photography? The long list of snappy possibilities includes beginner camera kits for kids, computer software that teaches the basics of photography, fancy frames to buy or make, subscriptions to photography magazines, books on the subject, and accessories such as lenses and filters.

Earth-Friendly Gifts Are Best \ By Sharon Gillenwater The last word in gifts this holiday season is: Green. Not green as in another green tie or green sweater, but green as in save the planet. The eco-revolution, which has been building momentum over the last few years, has finally made its mark on gift-giving. And it’s a good thing. After all, recycling bins don’t make for very exciting gifts. This year, some of the nation’s most innovative retailers are on the cutting edge of green gifts, offering everything from natural-fiber sleepwear to state-of-the-art bird feeders. GREEN MAKEUP? The green revolution has changed the face of the cosmetic industry. The pioneer in natural, cruelty-free cosmetics is undoubtedly the Body Shop, which has its roots in Britain. Today, the chain has outposts all over the world selling fragrant lotions, soaps, shampoos and other assorted toiletries for both men and women. Its success has spawned several other chains, such as Bath & Body Works, that offer comparable and affordable lines of bath products. These stores offer an appealing array of gift baskets for the holidays, but don’t be afraid to design your own. Last Earth Day, earth preserve launched its eco-friendly line of bath, hair and skin-care products in retail stores nationwide. In addition to its cosmetic line, earth preserve also offers unbleached, natural-fiber sleepwear and linens, recycled cotton stationery, natural sponges and plant fiber brushes and decorative gifts made of recycled glass. You’ll also find cruelty-free natural personal care products from smaller manufacturers at health-food stores. THE GREEN GARDEN Since green and gardening seem to go together, it is only natural that there are a great number of gardening-related ecofriendly gifts on the market. Pests are a big concern in any yard, but poisons and pesticides are extremely undesirable in the eyes of most greenies. What’s a green gardener to do? It seems that this dilemma has also been on the minds of product designers, as there are several new chemical-free pest control systems on the market this year. Go’pher It II consists of garden stakes that emit vibrations and sound that reportedly repel mammalian pests such as moles, shrews and gophers. Plastic garden owls have taken the place of the old-fashioned scarecrow. They lord over the yard, scaring away rodents and birds. Even restaurants are enlisting the help of these critters to keep birds away from open-air dining areas. A larger yard may require more than one owl for effective pest control. If it’s insects you’re after, you might consider a boardinghouse for bats. That’s right, bats have been used in Europe to control mosquitoes for more than 30 years, and it is estimated that the average bat eats up to 600 insects per hour! The Bat House provides an inviting environment for five to 15 bats. Made of weather-resistant cedar, it can be mounted on a building or tree. And, relax, the vast majority of bats are harmless to humans. Other eco-friendly garden accouterments include a solar garden light and an ornate park-style bench made from recycled dairy containers and melted-down engine blocks. GREEN FUEL Finally, no holiday season would be the same without the requisite busloads of batteries. For decades, nearly every child’s Christmas morning has been fueled by AA and C alkalines. But batteries are a source of tremendous waste; each year about 4.S billion are used and tossed away. Now greenies can have peace of mind knowing that they can recharge these ordinary batteries again and again. The Battery Manager II recharges general-purpose alkaline and ni-cd batteries 20 times or more. In eight to 12 hours, the compact charger refuels AAA, AA, C and D batteries. Other brands of rechargers are found in hardware stores and home-improvement emporiums.

I _ I Smart Presents: Calendars, Books, Videos By Jason Zappe ives. small, lasi-iiiuvmg elves. You only need them once a year, but everyone could sure use some elfin help when it comes to holiday giftbuying. We all vow to shop early, but if you’ve ever been to the mall around the holidays, you know that can’t be true. However, it does help to have in mind a few subjects before you prepare to squeeze into that shopping mall. Below are a few suggestions for thoughtful gifts. Unfortunately, there aren’t any outlets selling elves. CALENDARS ' Calendars are the perfect gift when it \ comes to long-lasting. Months after you’ve given one, you will still hear how it is bringing joy to the receiver. They are truly gifts that keep on giving. Large, beautiful calendars can be found on just about any topic imaginable. From full-color dogs and cats to oily pumped-up bodybuilders to luscious garden landscapes. For animal lovers there are plenty of calendars meeting the needs of dog and cat lovers. Workman Publishing delivers a bounty of furry friends in its “365 Puppies a Year Calendar” and “365 Kittens a Year Calendar.” These two gems offer pictures of puppies and kittens each and every day of the month. These wall calendars are perfect for adults and children. However, more adults will be hanging these up. In addition Workman also offers “Greenpeace: Stepping Lightly on the Earth,” which is filled with a year’s worth of animals in the wild and explains why they should remain that way and what you can do to help. A behind-the-scenes look at animal wildlife is also available in a wall calendar. The San Diego chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers produced a calendar with a look at wildlife not usually found hanging around on a wall. “Animal Buns” is a tongue-and-cheeky calendar that pokes fun at all those human buns calendars. Animals range from the feathery to the furry, all caught in natural positions. For those on your buying list who would rather have something in the artistic world, something a little more serious and not as cute, there’s plenty of those from the Neues Publishing Co. Some of the offerings include: • Art. “African American Masters,” “Eliot Porter’s America,” “Louvre,” “Impressionism: Sunlight & Shadow,” “Museo del Prado,” “Dali” and “Kandinsky.” • Photography. “Mapplethorpe,” “Annie Leibovitz,” “Marilyn,” “Louis Stettner’s New York” and “Bertram Bahner.” • Various. “First Love,” “The British Country Garden,” “Navajo Textiles,” “Botanicals,” “Keith Haring” and “Keith Haring Coloring Calendar.” If you want to keep the visual theme of gift-giving constant, you may also want to look for your receiver’s favorite videos. VIDEOS Video collection packages have become increasingly popular. Selecting a video as a gift is almost 100 percent guaranteed, since most people have VCRs in their homes. 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' • V Oh, Tannenbaum Trimming A Picture-Perfect Tree By Jennifer Plantier lovingly adorned Christmas tree is the visual and emotional center of many homes during the holiday season. Families know that it’s not just a pleasant custom or an eye-catching decoration, even it it happens to be a nice place to stack all the gifts. So when the pace picks up and hectic holiday schedules kick in, try not to think of selecting and decorating a tree as just one more task that must be done. Relax and enjoy the most fun and festive yuletide tradition of all. Because Christmas dreams, for both children and adults, begin with a long look at the masterpiece a family creates together. \ CHOOSING PERFECTION There are many different kinds of cut evergreens, some of which vary from region to region. No matter which kind you like best, make sure the needles are not brittle. • r Shake or bounce it lightly to determine that it’s fresh (if it’s not, it will drop a lot of nee-. dies). Check limbs to make sure they will hold up under the weight of ornaments. Finally, have someone stand it up so you can scrutinize the shape and overall affect. If it’s just right, get help tying it on the car! If you don’t buy a tree with a wood-andplastic stand already attached, you’ll need to set it up jn one. The butt of the tree should be cut about an inch above the ground to help it absorb water. It may take more than one person to place the tree in a conventional tree stand. However, keep an eye out for a new “One-Minute Christmas Tree Stand” called Swivel Straight (Country Line Limited). A swiveling base and a foot pedal allow one person to easily straighten a tree as large as 15 feet. TRIMMING TALENTS Anything goes when it comes to the decorating stage. You can choose a particular color scheme, match a room’s decor, go with a fun theme or just add a few new pieces to the collection of memories you V V This elegant Christmas tree sparkles with traditional ornaments. already have. i Start with a colorful felt or cotton tree skirt wrapped around the bottom of the base. String any strands of lights around the tree and secure them into place before adding other ornaments. If you tire of the old ones you’ve had for years, you should know that there are lots of new styles, colors and sizes to choose from. New this year are Super Bright Pearl Lights (pearl-shape miniature bulbs) and the reintroduced Lighted Ice (with crystallike coatings) from GE. Both are a bargain at $5.99 to $11.99 a strand, especially when you consider that the first strands of lights that GE produced in 1903 cost as much as a week’s pay? When it comes to the handcrafting of ornaments, the possibilities are limited only by your imagination and willingness to try new things. Flip through the holiday issues of craft and home magazines for literally hundreds of ideas. Manufactured ornaments come in a wide range of materials, from wood to shiny glass. Keep an eye out for unique creations in holiday shops and boutiques. Hallmark introduces pop culture to holiday tradition with an ever-growing Keepsake Ornament Collection. This year don’t be surprised to find Barbie, Barney the dinosaur. The Lion King and Looney Tunes joining a huge cast of characters that have worked their way into our holiday memories. A more exclusive line of over 400 handblown glass ornaments, the Christopher Radko collection features dramatic designs for any taste, but not any budget. They range in price from $10 to $60 apiece. SEASON FOR SAFETY Don’t let your beautifully finished tree, or your family for that matter, fall victim to disaster. Keep these simple safety tips in mind. •Keep plenty of water in the tree stand, so that the needles don’t dry out and become a fire hazard. Also, keep the tree away from anything that produces heat N a fireplace or radiator, for example N and never use candles or other open flames near the tree. •Only buy lights with the U.L. label, and always turn them ofT before going to bed or leaving the house. Check the light cords for frayed spots before you string them on the tree. Want the* best price .# , _... ♦ ♦ * ♦ •AlHaflJ?" I£**"*»** :SsSt J=sar I •v^orS%Sr«Case .DW^ppg^ ^ Lessons available w on most Instrumonts 10957 Lute Court, Sudley Corner Center Manassas, Virginia 703-369-1007 Regular Hours: Won,-Fri. 10 am - 8 pm; Sat. 10 am - 6 pm

n l Long-Distance Love1 Ship Presents With Special Care By Sharon Achatz UU VC iiiosicicu uic maus and found the perfect presents, but now it’s time to butt heads with yet another holiday monster — the shipping scene. No matter now great tne gut, it s tmucult to keep holiday spirits high if packages arrive late — or looking like they’ve been v trampled by a crowd at the mall. As a preventive measure, here are a few boxing basics guaranteed to simplify shipping gifts to friends and family, whether across the country or around the globe. MAKE THE DATE To begin, take recommended shipping dates seriously — whether your gifts are going overseas or just over the state line. , Major shipping firms and the post office annually offer deadlines by which people should ship to ensure package arrival for the holidays. For example, the United Parcel Service says six days generally will suffice for ground delivery in the continental United , States; two weeks for remote foreign locations. The U.S. Postal Service suggests deliv ery times more in the range of three weeks to a month for remote foreign mail service. Remember, however, that if you miss the cutoff date for regular, relatively lowcost delivery, courier services and delivery firms offer plenty of premium services that guarantee delivery overnight or within a day or two. _ v HELPING HANDS For folks who tend to shop at the last minute, the recommended shipping dates can seem daunting, if not downright depressing. Consider also the complexity of packing materials available — as well as the waiting lines at shipping outlets — and you’ll understand why an increasing number of shoppers choose to use merchants who’ll ship the merchandise for them. All the shopper need do is find a firm that provides such a service and then place an order. The retailers — including department stores, specialty food shops, houseware outlets and catalogs — then do all the rest. 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PERFECT PACKING If you intend to send packages on your own, here’s a roundup of suggestions to make the shipping successful: • Use corrugated cartons or boxes in good, rigid condition. Select a carton large enough to allow room for sufficient cushioning material on all sides of the contents. You can purchase such cardboard boxes and other packing supplies from a moving agency, shipping center or box store. • Cushion inside the box with plasticfoam peanuts, plastic bubble wrap, crumpled newspaper or heavy brown paper. Cushioning should be stuffed several inches on all sides of the item so it cannot move easily when shaken. • For fragile items, double box, use extra cushioning, label the box as fragile and buy insurance to guarantee intact delivery. • Close the carton securely with strong plastic tape at least two inches wide: Masking or cellophane tape is not sufficient. Don’t use string or paper on packages since they can get caught in conveyor belts. • Label properly. Include complete return and mailing addresses; never place a mailing label over a seam or closure or on top of sealing tape; place clear tape over the label so ink will not smear; put an extra, address label inside the box in case the outside is damaged. PRETTY PRESENTATIONS While shipping firms consider basic boxes best for holiday travel, a plain old brcvm box can seem pretty boring for send ing season’s greetings. Here are some suggestions to make shipped packages festive —without violating shipping-firm rules. • To add color to the package, intermix confetti and streamers or holiday-color tissue paper with your cushioning material of choice. • Avoid using paper to decorate the outside of the package, as it could get caught in conveyor belts. Instead, use holiday-theme rubber stamps, adhesive stickers or colorful markers and a creative hand to dress up that brown box for shipping. EASY TRAVELING GIFTS Packaging aside, we all know that it’s really what’s inside that counts. While some gifts travel better than others, there are ways to ship practically any gift of choice. Some tips: • Small appliances, computers and stereo equipment should be left in their original boxes and then packed inside a larger box. • CDs or cassette tapes, books and small electronics all pack and travel well. • Videotapes do double-duty gifting. Not only are they easy to ship, but they also offer the added appeal of showing family and friends far away what’s going on in your world. • Clothes are unbreakable and therefore easy to ship. The difficulty arises in knowing the recipient’s size and style preferences. • Gifts of food transcend size and style issues. Just be sure to select sturdy cookies and breads so they’ll withstand the rigors of shipping. Also, to make sure glass jars or bottles filled with homemade vinegars, liqueurs or jellies arrive intact, secure lids with masking tape and pack with bubble wrap.

I Think Twice When Giving To Clients By Priscilla Lister he holidays are a time for giving, but for businesses, it’s a time to give very careful consideration to the appropriate t gifts for clients and customers. “In terms of business ethics, the major concern revolves around what is a gift and what is a bribe,” says Kirk Hanson, a senior lecturer in business ethics at the Stanford Business School in Palo Alto, Calif. “The main concern is that gift-giving not compromise independent decision-making by a company’s own employees,” he says. “A company clearly does not want there to be the reality or perception that its own employees’ decisions can be influenced by gifts they receive from others.” Nonetheless, the gift-giving practice during the holiday season is widespread among businesses. “Everybody does it and they all have reasons why,” says Tom Wotruba, professor of marketing at the College of Business at San Diego State University. “Gifts are used a lot as a kind of persuasive technique, at least by salespeople,” Wotruba says. “But there are legal and ethical issues, and the line isn’t always clear.” Both academicians point out that a typical guideline, fostered by IRS rules, is that a gift should not exceed a value of $25. “That’s violated a great deal, but it does serve as a guideline and sometimes as a justification on the part of the giving firm as to why they don’t give anything more valuable,” Wotruba saysf , He also points out that there’s a perceptual difference between giving a gift to a customer before or after a sale is consummated. “If you give a gift before the sale, that could be considered a bribe; if you were a reseller, like a wholesaler or retailer or even industrial firm, it could be considered a price discount,” he says. “If the gift is given after the sale as a sort of thank you, there really isn’t any problem.” Of course, many companies waive that $25 value restriction if the gift is consumable, like a bottle of wine or a box of fruit or a dinner out or tickets to the theater, says Hanson. “Dinners are legitimate business expenses, up to a certain limit,” says Wotruba. “And many companies have policies as to how much they’re willing to tolerate on such spending. One of the tests I think that could be used in legal and even ethical terms is that as long as you treat all customers the same, you might call that normal competition.” Wotruba adds that such event gift-giving, especially dinners at nice restaurants, can also Serve as a fringe benefit to the company’s own employees. “The social setting in particular makes the employee feel important, gives them a motivational boost If I’m wooing you and can take you to a great restaurant, spending $1 SO or even $200, it makes me look important, I get a nice evening and I feel good about the firm I’m working for,” Wotruba says. “So there’s a certain intrinsic benefit to the person who gives the gift in generating status and self-image. “I think that’s why a lot of firms tolerate it — how do you make your own people feel better and at the same time take a tax writeoff?” Mary Lou Simmermacher, a spokeswoman for Hewlett-Packard Co. in Palo Alto, adds that most gift exchanges for business reasons have to do with inexpensive advertising — pens, calendars or notebooks with the company’s logo printed on them, for example. “The purpose of such a gift would be to further the business relationship,” she says. “But obviously, our employees need to take great care in accepting any kind of business gifts, such as meals or entertainment, and they need to be consistent with accepted business practices. Wotruba points out that such imprinted novelty gifts are also considered promotional items or public relations efforts. “I might just send a notebook or pen or paperweight to all our customers or to all the people on a list I hoped would become customers,” he says, “so these gifts are not really considered gifts aimed at the recipient personally.” The test, he adds, would be whether the gift was meant for the recipient to take home and use in his or her personal life or to use in business life, the latter being the more acceptable standard. When your company deals in the global arena, however, gift-giving takes on other significance. “In many cultures, gift-giving is an essential part of doing business and it would be considered within that culture unethical not to give and receive gifts — sometimes substantial gifts,” says Hanson. “In many Asian and Muslim cultures, gift-giving is part of building a relationship, so American companies have to find a way of dealing with that when they’re a global company operating in those environments,” he adds. “The gift-giving practice of individual countries is one of those cultural characteristics that every company must learn when they go to do business abroad,” he says. As for gifts to a company’s own employees during the holidays, many firms give bonuses or bottles of wine or other consumable foods, as well as such items as pens, clocks or the proverbial watch. 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Sane Holidays , , 1 ' ' ’ Beat The End-Of-The-Year Blues I By Orlando Ramirez anity and the holidays — two words you don’t often hear together. Instead of being a time of joy and peace, the holiday season has become a period of stress and tension for many. Yet there are ways to beat the end-of-the-year blues. “The holidays are always a time of high stress,” says Donna Watson, author of “101 Simple Ways to Be Good to Yourself’ (Energy Press). “First, there are memories people have in their heads of previous holidays. They try so hard to duplicate these occasions that they usually remember as being a lot more joyous than they actually were. “Then with all the shopping, cooking, decorating and baking, people are absolutely exhausted. They end up having no time or energy to enjoy the season and later find themselves asking, ‘Is that all there is?”’ One of the main causes of holiday stress is family, particularly if the parents are divorced and custody problems arise. Often, the children will alternate the holidays with parents — Thanksgiving with Mom, See Sane, Page 36 Professional baseball player Andy Benes and his wife Jennifer simplify the Christmas season by alternating visits between their respective families. This option makes for a less hectic holiday. rom ‘Thrifty Office Introducing the nezv JezueCers CoCCection ^ /In /! ./ Ball-point pen features finely crafted decorative designs that sparkle with extraordinary detail. Lifetime mechanical guarantee. • Binder: S'A" x 9 • 3 Rings • VA" Capacity • Page Size: 5W x 8'A" • Black or Burgundy Classic ‘Edition 1 V[\A&'3*UMER Sate Trice $35.99 ‘Shop Locally, Shop ‘Ihrifty0 Open Mon. ■ ‘Ihurs. 9 to 6; ‘Friday 9 to 8; Saturday 9 to 4 389 ‘West Shirley Avenue — ‘Waterloo Station 347 0600, Fa* 341-3605 ROYAL PAV 1-800-635-2117 AWAYS Alexandria • Front Royal • Manassas

► Events ( ' From Page 3 that between 800 and 1,000 people accept each year. Additional holiday events are planned throughout the county during the rest of December, and a listing appears below. More activities will be announced later; see the Times-Democrat’s weekly calendar of community events for an updated listing. Friday, Dec. 2 5- 10 p.m.: Winter Dreams exhibition t opening, Studio 19. 6- 8 p.m.: Breyer horse signing, G. Whillikers, Warrenton Center. 6-9 p.m.: Wine & cheese tasting, The Town Duck. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Christmas in Historic Old Town: Kick off the season as Santa arrives in a horse-drawn carriage, escorted by dancers from The Nutcracker. The children’s shop in Gum Drop Square opens. The Girl Scout Choir and the Fauquier High Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble will perform on the old courthouse steps. Enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, sidewalk food and roasted chestnuts, as well as the holiday window displays in Old Town’s shops — many of which are hosting open houses. w >' \ Saturday, Dec. 3 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.: Holiday dessert extravaganza, benefit American Cancer Society. Warrenton Center. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Holiday Craft Show, C.M. Bradley Elementary, Warrenton. 10:30 a.m.: Christmas parade, Main Street, Warrenton. Featuring the Marine v. 1 Corps Band and, of course, Santa Claus. Noon: Christmas parade, Main Street, Marshall. 1 Noon-3 p.m.: Children’s Gift Shop at Gum Drop Square in Old Town. 2 p.m.: Christmas Music Recital, Warrenton Overlook, Marlys Brownlee Federated Music Club. 3:30 p.m.: “For the Birds,” Warrenton Decor. Seminar on care and feeding of song birds. , Holiday Festivals: Warrenton Center, noon-4 p.m.; Oak Springs Plaza, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 7:30 p.m.: Culpeper-Piedmont Choral Society Christmas Concert, Liberty High School. Free admission. ' , ' ' Sunday, Dec. 4 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Sunday brunch, Old Town Cafe. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.: Holiday feast for seniors, Marshall Ruritan building. 1-3 p.m.: Children’s Gift Shop at Gum Drop Square. 4-5 p.m.: Shoppers Delight, The Depot, South Third Street. Various shops plan open houses and special events. ' \ Tuesday, Dec. 6 \ 10 a.m.-5p.m.: Senior citizens’ day, Fergi’s Restaurant. 4-7 p.m.: English Beer and Pub Food Tasting, Jimmie’s Market. 6-10 p.m.: Doe Night (for women only), Farrar’s Men’s Clothing. 4 Wednesday, Dec. 7 7 p.m.: Lights for Life, Fauquier Hospital. V Fun Holiday Treats! -IKA1 $7.99 Pans! All our Christmas pans including the NEW! Petite Christmas Tree Pan. just $7.99 each. NEW! Cookla Tree Kit - only $7.99. Create a beautiful tree centerpiece in just 30 minutes. NEW! Mni Cookie Cutters - ^ only 59c aach.AI the Christmas classics are here - trees. Santas, snowmen, ginerbread boys, stockings, angels and more! 140A Broadview Avenue, Warrenton 349-8020Stop in now for the best selection of cake, candy and cookie products. TPvJP* Qtfyiighl SomM Houw PuUahng «M4 1 Charles Frace “A Touch Of Red” Image Size 10" X 14" Signed and Numbered $65.00 Creative framed art and imaffinativegiftsfor the holidays, featuring the area's largest selection efHunt, Civil War, Impremonist, Botanical Prints, and Golf art. Falkland Gallery, Inc FINE ART & CUSTOM FRAMING Rt. 29, Wendy’s Shopping Center • Gainesville, VA 22065 • 703-754-8924 Open 6 days a week — Tucs-Fri 10-6; Sat 10-5; Sunday 11 -5 5:30-9 p.m.: Dinner special for two, The Bistro. (Each Wednesday and Thursday ‘til Christmas.) , Thursday, Dec. 8 10 a.m.-8 p.m.: Christmas House Tomin Historic Old Town. Francis Fauquier Garden Club. Advance tickets, 347-3689. 5- 9 p.m.: Commuters Night, Back in the Woods Gallery. (Each Thursday ‘til Christmas.) ( 8 p.m.: Christmas Chorale, United Methodist Church, Church Street, Warrenton. ' Friday, Dec. 9 6- 9 p.m.: Wine & Cheese Tasting, The Town Duck. 6:30-9:30 p.m.: Christmas in Old Town. Holiday entertainment on the Post Office steps, carriage rides, food, open houses. 7- 11 p.m.: Late-Night Christmas Magic, Warrenton Center. 7 p.m.: Santa’s Reflections on Christmas in Other Lands, Warrenton Decor. 8 p.m.: Caroling for Charity, Warrenton Center. Sponsored by Long & Foster Realtors, bring a toy or cash for needy children. 8 p.m.: Christmas Chorale, Warrenton United Methodist Church. Saturday, Dec. 10 All Day: Waterloo Station Invitation.Tree trimming, caroling, cookie decorating, Santa visit. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Gingerbread House Contest & Raffle. John Barton Payne Building, benefit Habitat for Humanity. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.: Children’s Shop at Gum Drop Square (visit with Santa, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.). 1-3 p.m.: Mosby Day, New Leaf Bookstore. Mosby authors Tom Evans, Jim Moyers, Virgil Carrington Jones. 3:30 p.m.:Festive tables, Warrenton Decor. 2 & 8 p.m.: Christmas Chorale, Warrenton United Methodist Church. Sunday, Dec. 11 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Sunday brunch, Caprice Cafe. 1-3 p.m.: Children’s Shop at Gum Drop Square. Monday, Dec. 12 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Antique Christmas Ornaments, Courthouse Antiques. Tuesday, Dec. 13 4-7 p.m.: French wine & hor d’ouvre tasting, Jimmie’s Market. Wednesday, Dec. 14 5- 7 p.m.: Holiday Business After Hours, Oasis Vineyard, Hume. Wine tastings, tours, refreshments. Friday, Dec. 16 6- 9 p.m.: Wine & cheese tasting, The Town Duck. 6:30-9:30 p.m.: Christmas in Old Town. Holiday caroling, entertainment on the Post Office steps, Children’s Shop, carriage rides. 6:30-9:30 p.m.: Wine tasting, Mountain View Espresso. ■ - i Saturday, Dec. 17 1-3 p.m.: Local historian^, New Leaf Bookstore. Joan Peters, Karen White, John \ Gott, Nancy Baird. \ 1-3 p.m.: Children’s Shop at Gum Drop Square. Remington Christmas Celebration: Parade, community tree lighting (tentative, details to be announced). Sunday, Dec. 18 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Sunday brunch, Napoleon’s. noon: Animal Christmas Party, Pendragon Dale Farm, Hume. Costume contests, snacks for pets and owners. ’ Information, 364-3970. ■ 1-3 p.m.: Children’s Shop at Gum Drop Square. Wednesday, Dec. 21: All Day: Gingerbread House GiveAway, Cardinal Cake and Bake. 7 p.m.: The Nutcracker with the Berkshire.Ballet, Fauquier High School. Presented by Moving Arts Inc. Information, 347-5073. Thursday, Dec. 22 5-8 p.m.: Fauquier Family Shelter benefit, featuring children’s kaoroke. Fat Tuesday’s. Friday, Dec. 23 Noon-3 p.m.: Holiday Lunch, The Clothes Horse. Saturday, Dec. 24 - Many shops and stores in Warrenton and throughout Fauquier County will be open late on Christmas Eve for last-minute shopping. Sunday, Dec. 25 Merry Christmas!!! Saturday, Dec. 31 7 p.m.-midnight: First Night Warrenton, Main Street. 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► Sane ; From Page 33 Christmas with Dad. “It is important to let children know that it is OK to have a good time at the parent’s home they are visiting without feeling guilty about leaving the other parent behind,” says Lou Ann Mock, a psychologist at Houston’s Baylor College of Medicine. Another problem arises when intact families are caught in a tug of war between joining his or her relatives for the holidays, par t ticularly if it means traveling some distance to be with the in-laws. “Stay at home and start your family’s own traditions,” advises Lillian Chenoweth, a professor of family sciences at Texas Woman’s University. “Talk as a group about what observances to keep, what to drop and what to do differently. “Don’t do what you don’t like to do during the holidays. Everyone will be happier and enjoy their time together even more.” But tradition has a strong pull, especially during the holiday season . Alcohol fuels an already volatile mix of stress and obligation when it comes to dealing with siblings. I I One of the main things to remember is that you can “give yourself permission” to have a cordial but distant relationship With a troublesome relation without having to refight past battles. Also, don’t expect ideal behavior from yourself or your siblings. Nobody’s perfect, and a little forgiveness goes a long way. Money can silso cause stress during the holidays. Because this is a time of gift-giving, many people spend money they don’t have. Experts say that overspending on gifts is often ai way to compensate for feelings of inadequacy or guilty particularly where gifts for youngsters are concerned. The first way to avoid stress is to draw up a budget. Be realistic, include how much you will need to spend on entertaining, travel and incidentals. Then draw up a list of whom you will be giving gifts. Be sure to include everyone, from your parents to the kid who delivers your paper to your coworkers, and establish a limit and stick to it. Don’t be reluctant to ask your friends and family what they want for Christmas. What they want may cost less than what you planned to spend. If one member of the family wants a particularly expensive item — See Sane, Page 37 m Happy Holidays from the fine shops in HAPPY ■THE OLD HABIT j Virginia’s Largest Riding and Tack Exchange Exclusively Ours 1 stigma ^eV-' Bags $169 ,00 Belts $79°° l1/2n wide (fits most jeans & britches) Etched in Color Tan leather-Each one a unique, amusing hunt scene signed by a most distinguished British artist. 703-364-2396 New Hours: MAIN STREET, MARSHALL, VA Mon-Sat. 10-6 * sun 12-4 1 featuring: — 1 ..... .x Floats ★ Music ★ Horses Emcee: Bob Sinclair ☆ ft and— ft ft * Santa Claus* ^December 3* at 12 noon on Mam Street in Marshall, Virginia Q-JZ'—*1D> . To all my customers, canines and human companions, I ufish the Best for a wonderful holiday season and a thanks for your support this yearl y-»X3Mariano Vera, 1994 iHcrrp Cljristiuas & J?nppp JfteUi f^ear from, the Canine CCub\£f of MarsfurfT^^ Virginia, for the Best in pet grooming for the MoUdays catC 703-364-1418for an appointment.

► Sane • i From Page 36 say, Grandmother could use a new television — get together with other siblings and each contribute to the final price. But be sure to let her choose the set she wants. Also, by talking to friends, you might find that they, too, are feeling somewhat stressed by holiday spending and would gladly de-escalate the gift-giving to a more reasonable level — say a homemade wreath or an exchange of holiday baked goods. Of course, the truly sensible ones do all their shopping before the frenzy erupts, but most find themselves at the mall at the last minute. Sometimes this can’t be avoided — people do run out of wrapping paper — but resist the urge to make a special trip for that one last present, especially for kids. They probably already have more than enough under the tree. Spending Christmas Eve waiting in line at a cash register with an impulse buy is a sure way to create stress. Parties can be troublesome whether you are giving them or just attending. There are always plenty of temptations to both eat and drink, so try to maintain some moderation to I avoid recriminations once the halls have been undecked of boughs of holly. Here are some tips to help you through the holidays: • Don’t go anywhere hungry. Skipping meals in anticipation of holiday feasts only W makes you want to eat and drink more. •Pace yourself. The fastest route to burnout is to become overtired and miss sleep, which will make you susceptible to fatigue and illness. • Divide the chores. Spreading the wealth of a holiday to-do list can help lessen the load, particularly since so many of the tasks — entertaining, shopping and decorat ing — are still seen as women’s work. Divide the responsibilities, particularly when it comes to child care. • Be good to yourself. Feeling frazzled? Overwhelmed? Take the time for a long, hot bath or a long lunch with a good friend. And \ if you see something you’d really like while shopping, get it for > .vurself. • Most of all, don’t expect perfection. The holidays are for celebration and sharing the season’s joy with others, not producing the perfect place-setting or getting each child exactly what he or she wants. By relaxing expectations, you allow yourself to enjoy more. HOLIDAYS HS3W HOLIDAYS J November Holiday Sale 2 Weeks Only!, Brutone Interior Latex Flat Wall Paint (l(X)-OO) • Over 1,000 colors • Exceptional hiding power • Uniform fiat finish • Dries in minutes . • Very low odor . Withstands repeated washings • Spatter resistant Fashion Flair Interior Latex Flat Wall Paint (150-00) • Excellent Wlue • Use on wood, drywall, plaster, metal, masonry • Recoal in 2-3 hours • High hiding • SOO colors • Washable • Ones lap free • Low odor BRONIN^ Brutonfr" Brutone Interior Acrylic Satin Enamel (11000) • Premium quality • ForwatkA «eod»«k • So* uniform ratio sheen « 1,000 decorator colon • Superior hiding • Very rcniibeUe • Spatter iwirtont • low odor Marshall Hardware Company, inc. 8371 West Main Street, Box 296, Marshall, Virginia 22115 703-364-2944,703-364-2845 FLOWERS BY J-P Gifts & Toys for Christmas In-Home Decorating Service for the Holidays Call for more information (fS^m K 'teSfly m MAIN STREET ■ MARSHALL, VIRGINIA (703)364-1834 800-613-5387 A Since 1968 rQ V * Full Line Pets And Supplies JSt T •*r Services Tank Maintenance Wildlife Rehabilitation v Education 364-3678 Main Street, Marshall,Va. IfLTHE. BAR Come See Us for All Your HOLIDAY PLATTERS & BAKED GOODS Try Our New Menu! Open For Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, 7 Days A Week

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These last-minute shopping sprees, with visions of frenzied crowds and picked-over merchandise dancing in our heads, generally are not any shopper’s dream — but neither do they have to be a nightmare. The key to successful spur-of-themoment shopping is to recognize your limitations without fixating on them. Sure, you have limited time to browse, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for run-of-the-mill gifts such as boxer shorts or a box of candy. Even the tightest time constraints allow for a bit of creativity that can give gifts the illusion of being carefully and thoughtfully selected. Take, for example, that box of candy. Instead of picking up the standard box of assorted chocolates, opt for a specialty box that contains only the gift recipient’s favorite confections, or have a heart-shape pound of fudge decoratively frosted with his or her name and a personal message. In order to make the most of your shopping time— if you have several gifts to buy — head for a location that offers a wide variety of gifting options, such as a mall, mini mall or favorite department store. If, however, you have only a few gifts to purchase and know exactly what you want, destination-specific stores may make better * use of your time since they could be less crowded than major shopping centers. No matter where you shop, the best gifts convey a sense of the individual — so you’ll want to avoid the appearance of having just nicked uu whatever cift was available. As that specialty box of chocolates suggests, even traditionally impersonal gifts can be quickly customized. Consider, for example, gift certificates. Most folks opt for the ease of purchasing certificates from the mall’s information center that then can be used by the recipient at any store within the mall. That’s all well and good. However, it becomes a more personal present when the certificate is to the recipient’s favorite store rather than an openended certificate to any store. Also, consider the mode of presentation. A standard business-size envelope doesn’t pack much punch — but place the certificates in a new leather handbag or wallet, and Bob or Betty will set off shopping in style. Other certificate gifting ideas: • Fill a photo frame with a certificate for a family photo or glamour photo session. • Tape video rental coupons to a bag of microwave popcorn, or place them so they peek out of the pocket of a comfortable set of sweats. • Tape movie theater ticket coupons to a CD of a hot new film soundtrack. In fact, any sort of combination gift fosters-the feeling that you’ve spent hours searching for just the right items to pair. In reality, however, such gifts can be surprisingly simple to assemble. Some examples: •Fill a coffee mug or teacup with chocolate-coated stirring spoons, flavored coffee beans or tea bags and a silver collector’s spoon. • All the hottest kids’ toys are certain to be long gone from the shelves by Christmas Eve, but a simple box of craft items is easy to compile and sure to be appreciated and used. Include glue, stickers, zigzag scissors, markers, yam, chenille and wooden craft sticks and tissue paper. • If you’re lucky enough to know someone’s favorite fragrance, organize an assortment of pampering products in that scent — bath soaps, lotions, after-bath powder — along with an inflatable bath pillow or colorful new towels. • No matter a person’s hobby or interest, there’s almost always some oddball stuff that he won’t have. For a cook, tie up into a dish towel the likes of an apple corer, canape maker, microwave potato baker or an assortment of cookie cutters. For a gardener, consider decorative hose holders or faucet handles, a sundial or an assortment of windsocks. Monogramming is another easy way to personalize quick gifts, and nearly every mall has a retailer or two that specializes in this technique. Some monogrammed gift suggestions: L/aitdi uvoi dvuti wi a uuua vjj uit recipient’s favorite author with a monogrammed silver bookmark. • A box of stationery with a monogrammed letter opener. • Monogrammed crystal flutes or goblets with a bottle of champagne or wine. • Pewter mugs with a case of imported beer. For those times when you have no clue as to what a person wants or needs, consider flowers. Forgo holiday arrangements, however, instead opting for a bouquet of your intended’s favored blooms — or at least blossoms in his or her favorite color. They’ll make for a refreshing change from poinsettias, and make the recipient feel special since you actually know which flowers — or color — are his or her favorites.

\. ► Stockings From Page 9 For men, consider a handsome Swiss Army brand watch, which combines the latest in style and comfort with a grand sense of history. An engraved pen set, money clip or key chain weave together practical and sentimental notions. You may want to replenish someone’s stock of their favorite fragrance, or else choose a new and exciting one for them to try. Tuscany Per Uomo Forte, Georgio Beverly Hills’ Wings, Ralph Lauren’s Polo Sport and Calvin Klein’s Escape are just a few of the hot new scents for men this season. And for pie ladies, Lagerfeld’s Sun Moon Stars, Amarige de Givenchy, Casmir and United Colors of Benetton’s Tribu will be tempting shoppers. There’s seemingly no end to our list of stately stuffers. All kinds of electronic gadgets, from pocket organizers and translators to shavers and cameras won’t go unnoticed. There’s also music CDs and favorite films, sports instruction or fitness programs on video. TASTEFUL TRINKETS With so much wonderful family, so many cherished friends and valuable associates, it’s difficult to express your appreciation during the holidays — without going broke. It’s hard to put a price tag on holiday wishes, but most of us have no choice but to keep spending in check. Making gifts is an affordable and charming alternative for the few who have the time and talent. If you don’t have either, look through the following list of thoughtful gifts to buy for less than $ 10. For women, costume jewelry and hair fashions (combs and clips) are affordable items that just about everyone can use. Also, single bottles or small sets of products from popular bath and body care lines like Bath & Body Works, the Body Shop, Elizabeth Arden’s Spa collection and Dawson’s Bath and Body collection. Refreshing bath gels, lotions and cleansing bars are just a few of the luxurious offerings. Satisfy sports enthusiasts with a few balls (golf, tennis or racquetball), a glove, water bottle or other handy, but inexpensive accessory. Just about everyone could use a pocket calendar, photo album, picture frame or address book. And it’s easy to customize any of these with a special fabric. Get all those gifts V you want to buy 1 next Christmas i Start Saving V for 1995 ^State Bank of^ Remington f Banic Of A Lifetime Remington • 703-439-3233 \Bealuon • 703-439-3249 Cailett • 703-788-9001, OFF 3 DAYS ONLY! FRIDAY-SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25-27 limited Tim M10 Vo Take an ADDITIONAL OFF your TOTAL PURCHASE on top of your 20% to 40% OFF DISCOUNT! EARLY BIRD BONUS! FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 25. ONLYI • 0 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.M. GOOD UNTIL 12:00 NOON Discount not void on previous pure hew. gHt certificetee. or in conjunction with other coupone/nwHere. Same in-store epedefs mey be excluded from thie dtocount offer. No Feer end Calvin KWn mercherxSee ie excluded from thia offer. MAURICES Warrenton Center • Royal Plaza

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