Rappahannock News, January 25, 1995

* 47th Year, No.4 12 Pages Member Audit Kureau of Circulation WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 1995 Washington, Virginia Phone 675-3338 50 Cents PATD CIRCULATION NOW 2,950 > ^ £ Subject to ABC Audit Rappahannock households Rappahannock County’s Frfmily Newspaper Since 1877 Rappahannock News Start Photo Cind> Mahan Chris Graves hits a nail in while Kenny Robinson, Aaron cle together during their Odyssey of the Mind last Price and Colin Nichols hold the sides of their ‘safari’ vehi- Saturday at the elementary school. Odyssey Teams Prepare To Compete By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Odyssey of the Mind program is in its first year at the elementary school, and 14 children are participating. This program is set up to teach the children creative problem-solving skills, and culminates in a competition with schools from ten other counties. The competition will be held on March 4 at Liberty High School in Fauquier County. Two teams of seven members each are involved at the elementary school, l earn I consists of 4th, 5th and 6th graders who are all under the age of 12. They are Dawn Andreoni, Zach Ashby, Steven Clark, John Everett, Chris Hall, Eric Norman, and Sky Watson. Team 2 members, who are all 6th and 7 th graders, are Meghan Fairbrother, Chris Graves, Colin Nichols, Ryland Pace, Aaron Price, Kenny Robinson and Matt Wolfe. Loaches tor the two teams are Liz Tower, the gifted and talented teacher for the Rappahannock school system; Teresa Rudolph, who teaches 6th grade; Beth Tillinghast, 3rd grade teacher; and Beth James, kindergarten teacher. The coaches completed one day of training for Odyssey in Winchester, and keep in contact with coaches from other counties who have had teams in the past. They guide the students along during their afterschool practice sessions, which meet twice a week and some Saturdays. Coach Liz,Tower said. We can teach them skills but we cannot telll them how to do it.” The students have a lot of rules and regulations to follow in the program. This past Saturday they met from I p.m. to 4 p.m. to begin building Problem No. 1, entitled "Scientific Safari," which will be used for the competition in March. Hach team makes their own project for the competition. Team 1 is in Division I and their competition requirements are just a little less stringent than l eam 2, which is in Division 2. An Odyssey of the Mind pamphlet is useJ as a guide for all students in the competition. Part of the pamphlet reads as follows: “The team’s problem is to design, construct and drive a safari vehicle that will be See Odyssey, Page A-6 Extension Service Wins Widespread Citizen Support By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer An amendment to restore full funding to the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service has-gained enough patrons in the General Assembly to nearly guarantee the county’s extension office will remain open. By the end of last week 76 of 100 members of the House of Delegates, including Del. Jay Kat/en. R-3 1 st District, and 20 of 40 state senators, including Sen. Kevin Miller, R-26th District, had signed as co2Dpatrons to the amendment that would restore nearly $14.6 million to the Extension Service and the Virginia Agricultural Experiment Stations. I his will not only restore the cuts Gov. George Allen submitted in his budget amendments but will also restore the $600,000 cut already in the two2Dyear budget. The justification for the amendment notes that dollars invested in agriculture return SI.50 for each SI invested. Agriculture and related industry employ s a high percentage of Virginia's working people, the justification states. • Heavy lobbying by supporters ol the extension service and the agricultural experiment stations, joined by mans youngsters active in 42DH clubs apparently persuaded legislators that the governor's cuts in these two programs were v ery unpopular. W hen Del. Kaizen met with voters in the county library prior to the start ot the current session, opposition to cuts in extension was the primary thing on the minds of constituents who met with him. Hazel Zinn-Day's Cloverbud Club sent letters to the governor. Copies were made for Rappahannock's representatives and the heads of the money committees in both houses. The 4-H Junior Garden Club members and members of the Livestock Club also sent letter. Helen Smith reported that many farmers, homemakers, and master gardeners had also contacted the members of the legislature protesting the cuts. Additionally some county citizens have testified at budget hearings in support of the extension service and have written letters or contacted their representatives. i ne most neartwarming tnmg to me has been the local support," Mrs. Smith said. Charlie Stott, a spokesman for extension and agricultural research in Blacksburg, said that supporters should not consider the job done just because a majority in both houses has signed on as co-patrdns of an amendment to restore full funding. Until the budget is passed, which will probable not happen until the waning hours of this session, those who have agreed to support a full restoration of funding could instead support a lesser amount, he said. " I he best scenario for our budget amendment would be that it's whole and intact in both houses," he saidl ‘These are questions for tight dollars. We understand there are a lot of needs." He said he hopes Gov. Allen takes into consideration the strong support extension programs have received from voters. “We would hope he would take that as an indication that these are programs that pro\ ide for the needs of the people and really return some value for the taxpayer's dollar. . “He’s got his priorities, and we feel these programs fit into his priorities: education, economic development, and giving people the skills to move off welfare.” Katzen Introduces One of Two Charter School Proposals By SHERRY JONES Capital News Service Leading the charge at a public hearing Monday in support of Gov. George Allen’s charter schools proposal, Del. Jay Katzen, R31st District, which includes Rappahannock County, said that charter schools will give localities, including parents, more flexibility and creativity in education. “Literally no one with whom I met has characterized our public schools system as perfect...but most have said we need something better,” Del. Katzen said. In his State of the Commonwealth address, Gov. Allen said charter schools are public schools that encourage creativity and competition within the public school system. “As 1 see it,” the governor said, “charter schools are an additional tool for use by local communities, not something to be imposed from Richmond. “Therefore, my legislation will ensure that charter-granting decisions must have local support and that the State Board of Education cannot override a local decision.” In other words, as Beverly H. Sgro, secretary of education, said, a charter school is a public school that operates under a resultbased contract called a "charter.” Charter schools, Del. Katzen said, provide alternative learning for Virginia's students. Everyday, he said, he promises himself that the legislation passed by the General Assembly will have a positive impact on the young people of Virginia. According to the governor's plan. Del. Kat/en noted, enrollment is open to any child residing in the school division. Nonresident students also may enroll if the charter permits. Certain restrictions, he continued, will be placed on the definition of a charter school. “A private,, religious or nonpublic school cannot become a charter school,” he said. . Another charter-school proposal was introduced by Delegate Phillip A. Hamilton, R-Newport News. ^^uel. Kat/en's bill would not require that teachers in‘charter schools be certified by the state Board of Education. Del. Hamilton’s bill does require certification for teachers in charter schools. After Delegates Kaizen and Hamilton introduced their legislation in the public hear See Charter, Page A-6 Old Rag Bulletins Hotline During the General Assembly session voters may tell their representatives their views by calling a special toll-free hotline number in Richmond. The number is 1-800889-0229. Brush at Landfill County Administrator John McCarthy announced last week that following an ice storm property owners and residents will not be charged for bringing brush to the landfill if they bring it in the next two days the landfill is open. The normal charge for brush at the landfill is $5 per load. The landfill is closed Wednesdays and Sundays. Government At A Glance . • Water and Sewer Authority, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, Courthouse. Local Chiropractor Gains County Patients By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News SlafT Writer It only seems fitting that Rappahannock County should have its own chiropractor. According to Dr. Dale Schusterman, who is probably the first chiropractor to practice full time in Rappahannock County, this is the 100th anniversary of chiropractic in the United States. It began in Iowa when Dr. D.D. Palmer restored hearing to a patient using spinal manipulation. Dr. Schusterman ancChis wite Blanca were married at the Bleu Rock Inn in 1991 and moved to Castleton from McLean last September. She serves as the receptionist in his office and is pursuing a master’s degree in education. In June, 1993, Dr, Schusterman began seeing patients here just one day a week. Now he sees patients at his upstairs office in the Clopton House Wednesday through Saturday, and stays busy all the time. Many of his former patients from Northdm Virginia still make the trek out to Rappahannock to see him. He maintained an office in McLean for 17 years before making the move here. And he has added several new patients locally. Dr. Schusterman received his doctor of chiropractic degree from Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis after a 4-1/2 year program. He earned his B.A. in zoology from the University in Michigan. Dr. Schusterman treats the whole person, and about 10 to 15 percent of his patients are treated using applied kinesiology. By testing muscles. Dr. Schusterman said he can detect if a certain organ is troubled and that can help him evaluate the nervous system and plan treatment. Dr. Schusterman said chiropractic is a functional rather than organic medicine. His method of treatment is holistic oriented. He may look at a patient’s nutrition for help in deciding on treatment and suggest herbs and/or vitamins for his patient. He said, “Once you balance the spine it is like a set of circuit breakers.” He said that when something is out of balance in the spine, that is when pain can occur. Patients may seek his help for many problems, including headaches, back or. joint problems, muscle pains, or sinus headaches. tvery season nas its injury; every season applies some kind of abuse to the body,” said Dr. Schusterman. Visiting a chiropractor is like having a tune-up, he said. If a person has a trauma, it can show up as a physical problem. Because the nerves control all bodily functions, if one is harmed, many health problems can show Up. According to a brochure from Dr. Schusterman that deals with “The Total Person Concept of Health,” the patient can be treated when the chiropractor looks at three basic factors which can be responsible for health problems. The first one is structure, and if there is a structural imbalance the nerves can be irritated. That in turn can cause dysfunction of the muscles or organs, which in turn can cause the structural imbalance. The second factor is chemical. Poor nutrition can cause physical problems, and Dr. Schusterman can test for nutritional problems and discuss with his patient a diet to correct the problems. The mental state of his patient of a patient is also looked at. Mental problems may in fact be caused by bad diet or disorganization of the nervous system, among other causes. Dr. Schusterman said that usually patients’ problems-can be taken care of in between three and six visits. Normally he sees two or three patients an hour. He said, “Everyone is treated as an individual; everybody, is different.” Rappahannock News Stall Photo l‘md> Mahan Dr. Dale Schusterman awaits patients at his Clopton House ofTice.

Judge Sends Two Men to ReniteVitiary By CINDY M AHAN Rappahannock \e*s Staff Writer In Rappahannock County Circuit Court last Friday , two men were sentenced to the penitentiary. James Riley Williston, Jr., 27. of Washington, was sentenced to 18 years, with nine years suspended, in the state penitentiary . In addition. Judge W. Shore Robertson gave him six years to serve for being in violation of a 29-year suspended sentence for felonies for which he was convicted last March. Mr. Williston escaped from jail last June and committed more felonies, for which he received the 18 year sentence on January 20. The felonies were committed at Wakefield Country Day School. Commonwealth's Attorney Peter i.uke asked the court to find Mr. Williston in violation of his suspended sentence. Mr. Williston’s attorney argued against the violation because his client had not been on probation when the crimes were committed. Judge Robertson ruled that Mr. Williston was in violation and sentenced him to the additional six years to serve in the' penitentiarv. Samuel L. Robinson. 25, of Washington, was sentenced to 12 years in the penitentiary for malicious wounding, with six years suspended, and 12 months in jail and a $2,500 tine for brandishing a firearm He also was sentenced to one year in the penitentiary for tailing to appear in court last'August, and that year will run concurrently with the sentence for malicious wounding. He will have a total of seven years to serve. The charges arose out of an incident at the Pine Knot Inn more than two years ago. AIM HIGH: Knowledge, Leadership &. 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Immediately following the sale of County government property, auction will be made of surplus property belonging to the Rappahannock County Public Schools. This auction will take place at the School Bus shop, located on U.S. Rt. 211/522. Property for auction includes two school buses. shoD audiovisual, kitchen & computer equipment as well as furnishings. A more complete list of items for auction is available from the School Board Office, (703) 987-8773. All items are to be sold AS IS; County makes no further warranty or guarantee whatsoever. Terms of sale are cash only, payable at time of sale. All items will be available tor,inspection at point of auction one hour prior to the sale. BY ORDER OF: , John IV. McCarthy Courtly Administrator rcmnn VIRGINIA Photo Courtesy of DMV Wildlife conservation benefits from the sale of these plates. Deer Graces New Plate The white-tailed deer license plate is now available. The plate is the newest in a series of Wildlife Conservationist license plates development by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland fisheries (DGIF) and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). For every set of plates purchased. SI 5 of the S25 annual fee goes to DGIF for wildlife conservation management and research projects. Mallard duck and largemouth bass plates also are available. Sales for the mallard duck and bass plates'have raised SI86.825 for I DGIF through June 30, 1994. The duck plate became available in July 1991, the base plate in August 1993. “We're please that wildlife plate sales have contributed so much to conservation projects,” said William Woodfin, Jr., DGIF acting director. "We expect the white-tailed deer plate to be just as popular. Virginia has a strong hunting tradition, and eightypercent of Virginia hunters consider themselves deer hunters." White-tailed deer and other wildlife conservationist plates can be ordered at any DMV customer services center or through the mail. Medigap Guide Is Offered Virginia's senior citizens can shop at home for the best Medicare supplement insurance rates by using the 1994 Virginia Medicare Supplement Insurance Premium Comparison Guide. I he free publication from the State Corporation Commission’s Bureau of Insurance contains prices charged by more than 40 companies selling Medigap insurance. The Bureau of Insurance recommends that in addition to other considerations, consumers compare prices before making a decision. The comparison guide makes it easy. Consumers can request free indi\ idual copies of the rate guide by calling the Bureau of Insurance toll-free at 1-800-552-7945. RAPPAHANNOCK HAS BEEN AWARDED FEDERAL FUNDS UNDER THE EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER NATIONAL BOARD PROGRAM. Rappahannock has been chosen lo receive SI731 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the area. Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local government or private voluntary organizations chosen to receive funds must: 1) be non-profit, 2) have an accounting system and conduct an annual audit, 3) practice nondiscrimination. 4) have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs, and 5) if they arc a private voluntary organization, they must have a voluntary board. Qualifying organizations arc urged lo apply. For further information contact Nancy Reeve, 675-3313 or Gary Rafala, 675-3329. PUBLIC HEARING: Amendment to Article XII of Chapter 151 of the Rappahannock County Code (Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled) Notice is hereby given of the intent of the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors to hold a public hearing on Monday, February 6, 1995, at 7:(X) PM, at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider several amendments to the Rappahannock County Code related to Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled. 1 he intent ot these amendments is to make several amendments necessary to remain in compliance with enabling l legislation contained within the Code of Virginia, as well as to \ liberalize the program by raising the allowable income level for full exemption from S12,5(X).(X) to S13,(X)0.(X), and indexing same for inflation. In addition, 50% exemption for those qualifying persons with incomes between SI3,001.00 and 515,000.00 is extended. A copy ol the complete text of the proposed amendments is available for public inspection at the County Administration Office on Gay Street in Washington from 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday. By Order Of: John W. McCarthy County Administrator District Court The following cases were heard in General District Court Tuesday, January 17, and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News. *■ Scott Robert Patterson, 73/55, $54/31. Geraldine Bea Payne, defective equipment, turn signal, S20/26. Robert Earl Penn, 74/55, S26 cost. Terri Jo Pennington, 68/55, $39/26. John Douglas Pope, 71/55, $48/26. Delroy Theophilus Powell, 74/55, $57/24. Scott Christopher Push, 72/55, $51/31. Brian K. Riggleman, 70/55, continued to March 21; no operator’s license, continued to March 21; no seat belt, continued to March 21. AllenS. Foutt 72/44, $51/26. . James Daniel Russell, defective equipment, tires, $20/26. Richard Owen Saufley, 72/55, S51/26. Bria David Schneicker, 69/55, $42/31. Donna Jean See, no seat belt, $25. Arlen Jay Slobodow, 68/55, $39/26. Louise Delores Snead, 68/55, $39/31; no driver’s license, $25/2. Allan Bryon Steinert, 71/55, $48/26. Brian Patrick Sugrue, 69/55, $42 26. Thomas Edward Sullivan, 69/55, $42 26. Diego Antonio Va?que/, 73/55, $26. David K. Wallace, 74/55, $57/26. Sherry Lvnn Weaklev, 69/55, $42/26. Archie Roland William, improper registration, continued March 21. Terry Lee Winegar, 79/55, reduced to 64-55, S25/25. Page Lee Wood, no registration in possession, complied with law; over licensed weighed. $25/31. Mary Ann Miller. 69 55, $42/26. i Yes! ! Please enter my new I subscription to I Bappafjannocfe JJetos • Subscription rates bp mail: J Rappahannock.$I9.00/yr. I Elsewhere in the U.S.$24.00/yr. I N A M EJ_____ ADDRESS ____ ClTY—-STATE_ZIP__ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, P.O. 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Here’s what you get for coming close: Match 5-of-6 $ 1,000 (average) Match 4-of-6 $ 50 (average) Match 3-of-6 Free Lotto play Pet of the Week The featured dog at the Shelter in Amissville this week is a Doberman, seven-year-old, male, red and tan, found in Flint Hill. • Shepherd mix, Shelby is an eight-month-old female, black and tan. • Cat, Sophie is a ten-vveek-old female, black and gray Tabby. • Beagle mix, Thicket'is a three-year-old female, black and tan. 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 arid from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. The lost animal registry can be found in the Classified Section of the Rappahannock Sews. County Emergency Log The following fire and rescue calls were routed through the dispatch center during he past week: Jan. 16: 3:17 p.m., sickcall. Route 630, Huntly, Chester Gap VFD. Jan. 17: 5:45 a.m., vehicle fire Route 231 and 602, Sperryville VFD, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD.' Jan. 18: 7:53 p.m., auto accident, U.S. 522, Boston, Castleton VFD; 10:47 p.m., asthma atttack. Route 1001, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD. Jan. 19: 8:20 p.m., chest pains, U.S. 21 1, Amissville, Amissville VFD. Jan. 20: 5:11 a.m., sickcall, U.S. 522, Flint Hill, Chester Gap VFD; 3:33 p.m. sickcall, Culpeper County, Sperry ville VRS. Jan. 21: difficulty breathing, Route 610, Chester Gap, Chester Gap VFD. Jan. 22: i 1:23 a.m., sickcall. Route 631, Huntly, Flint Hill VFD, Chester Gap VFD and Washington VFD; 6:44 p.m., electrical fire, 12699 Lee Highway, Washington VFF). • The following calls came through the Rappahannock Sherifr’s office this week: Jan. 17: emergency message, U.S. 211, Amissville; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Ben Venue; stray cat or dog, U.S. 211, Sperryville; domestic disputes, Route 630, Huntly. Jan. 17: traffic accident, U.S. 211, Amissville; burning of misc., Route 231, Sperryville; animal emergencyresponse, U.S. 211, Amissville; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 211, Washington; information-general, U.S. 211, Washington; domestic disputes, U.S. 522, Flint Hill. Jan. 18: traffic accident, U.S. 211, Washington; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Boston. Jan. 19: unauthorized use of vehicle, U.S. 211, Amissville; stray cat or dog, Route 626, Castleton; damage property-public, Route 612, Sperryville; business, U.S. 211, Washington.. Jan. 20: extra patrol/welfare SHOWN-RYV OKINAWAN KAftATE Wednesday @ Ki Theatre Gay St.,Washington, VA. Junior Classes 4-5:30 p.m. Women & Senior Citizens 5:30-7p.m. Arthur Drago, 5th Dan, Sensei 703-635-7554 Betsy Toth, 2nd Dan, Asst. 703-349-0632 Classes in progress - Join any time. check, Route 626, Washington; lost/missing dog. Route 642, Viewtown; fish and game violations. Route 642, Amissville; stray cat or dog, Route 606, Flint Hill. Jan. 21: citizen assists free text, U.S. 211, Washington; stray cat or dog, U.S. 522 , Flint Hill; extra patrol/welfare check, U.S. 211, Washington; ungovernable, Route 612, Sperryville; illegal dumping. Route 669, Amissville; all other larceny, Route 616, Castleton. Jan 22; assist other jurisdiction free text, U-.S. 211, Warrenton; intoxication, U.S. 21 1, Amissville; extra patrol/welfare check, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; criminal trespass, U.S. 211, Washington. Girl Scouts Sell Cookies Rappahannock Girl Scouts started their annual cookie sale Friday. The girls will be taking cookie orders through the end of the month. Anyone who would like to order cookies and is not contacted by a Girl Scout, can order by calling Sally Havstad at 987-9342. In addition to the familiar varieties, an eighth cookie has been added this year. Snapsis a low fat, iced oatmeal and raisin cooki«. «Girl Scout cookies sell for S2.50 per box. The troop keeps 45 cents per box. The remainder pas s for the cookies and is used by the Virginia Skyline Girl Scout Council. County Artist On Television Slate Mills artist Ned Bittinger will appear in a ten-minute segment on PBS station WVPT from StauntonHarrisonburg this weekend. The show will air at 8:57 p.m. this Friday, and again at 9 a.m. on Sunday. Locally, WVPT can be seen on cable channel 12. BEAHM HOLLOW ORIGINALS Authentic productions from natural materials. Furniture, Walking Bndges Gazebos, and More! 675-3443 GIANT Heavy Duty 4-Man Inflatable Boat With OUTBOARD MOTOR CALL FRIE 7 DAYS A WEEK As part of an advertising test, United Pacific Freight will send the above boat and motor to anyone who reads and responds to this test within the next 30 days. All boats are brand new, packed in. original shipping cartons. Constructed ofdouble thick, hi-density fabric, (Lot-Z 26), resistant to abrasion, sunlight, salt & oil. 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Sworn In Photo Courtesy of Frank Warner Librarian Patricia Holmes looks on as Joy Sloane of Sperryville and Charlotte Nichols of Flint Hill are sworn in as members of the County’s Library Board. Mrs. Nichols begins a four year term, filling the seat vacated by the retiring Dr. William Young. Mrs. ■* Sloane is filling the unexpired term of Grace Sims. Town Council Wants To Help Trinity Church The Town Council adopted a resolution intended to assist Trinity Episcopal Church in expanding at its present site. Ma>or Stewart Willis brought the resolution to the council earlier this month, saying he had had discussions with “several" members of the church indicating that town ordinances would make it difficult to expand on the current site. He moved for its adoption. Mayor Willis’s resolution said, “It is hereby resolved that, to the extent of its authority, the Town Council will work cooperatively and constructively with Trinity Episcopal Church in the resolution of issues associated with the church's growth at its Gay Street site. The council will further encourage the commissions and boards of the town to similarly support the church.” He said, “I’d like them to know that we are willing to work with them. We’re not going to just say ‘yes’ to everything. We are constrained by rules and so forth, but we are interested in their problems, and we’d like to be cooperative with them." Council member Reinhardt Lynch asked if the resolution should not equally apply to other churches in town or to businesses. “Why are you singling them out?" he asked. Mayor Willis said it was because r—— .. » to the greatest MOM in the world!! Annie-Huff From: Your Loving Children E—- -4 DR. ANDREW L. 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Mayor Willis said he understood that and that was why he was asking for support from the town's boards and commissions. The Zoning Ordinance includes setback requirements. To expand on site the church might have to apply to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a variance from setback requirements. The BZA is a "‘quasi" judicial body and an appeal from their ruling would be to the Circuit Court, not the Town Council. The church has not yet made any decision on expansion plans. A meeting is scheduled for next week. MMMi LIMITED TIME ONLY! SALE ENDS TUBS., IAN. 31 r 95 Chevy Camaro Coupe i r ® TOYOTA 95 Toyota_4x2 Truck ^■Maawaaai mm 3.4 liter SFl V-6, 5 speed, aluminum wheels w/locks. air, cruise cpntrot. remote hatch release, fog lamps, rear defogger Stk.# 6790C om-T$14, Of'®.0' « tcaar 0<Oe' with '95 Chevy Lumina Sedan I 5 spd. overdrive trans.. an weather guard png., styreJ steel whee s. 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Eugene Leggett, Charles K. “Pete” Estes and Richard Smith voted for the motion to draft such an amendment. Carson Johnson voted against'it. F.D. Coffey was absent from the meeting. The authority members have been tabling a decision on this matter since fall because Mr. Johnson said there were policies and resolutions in minutes from previous meetings that he had covering the issue. The record of minutes at the clerk’s office is incomplete. Mr. Johnson brought a stack of minutes to the meeting and said he would let Mr. Smith make copies of them for the clerk's office. Mr. Johnson said the WSA had previously agreed not to charge anyone until they actually hook up to the system. He also had copies of the : user’s agreement a property owner signs when he hooks up. ”1 feel through the years we have covered this thing. We have set precedents... By getting away from those -precedents, we are complicating this thing for ourselves.” The other members have been concerned the sewer plant is obligated to provide service to those with Volleyball Teams Lose The RCHS volleyball teams played one game last week, but the basketball team played none. The varsity volleyball team lost to Brentsville on Jan. 17, 4-15, 4-15. Coach L.aura Conklin said, “I was expecting them to play a lot better. I don’t know where their heads were.” The junior varsity also lost their game to Brentsville, 1-15 and 5-15. Coach Liz Hollie said that her team learned a lot from that game. reserved sewer rights but has no income from them. Mr. I.eggett noted that according to state estimates of water use the authority has already committed to provide service beyond the original design of the plant. “By granting reserved EDUs (sewer rights equivalent to a dwelling unit) we have increased the value of these pieces of property at no cost to the landowner," Mr. Smith said Mr. Johnson said there are several properties in Sperryville that have never been built on. Mr. Estes said he was less concerned with those lots, which have been lots of record for over 100 years, than with newly created lots. Whenever such a lot is created in the area served b> the Sperryville plant. County Administrator John McCarthy requires that the property owner get a guarantee of available sewer service from the WSA before’ he approves the subdivision creating the lot. # - Members took no further action on adopting a budget for the current vear. In the first six months of the fiscal year the WSA spent S35.000. Habitat Fundraising Is Successful Habitat for Humanity's first house building project in Rappahannock was quite successful in its first fund raising effort according to Robert Darby, coordinator for the project. In [December he mailed out fund raising letters to about 750 people. To date with 96 responses, SI6.675 has been raised and another S2.650 has been pledged. Mr. Darby said. "In m\ view this is an outstanding response." He said the group is still working on fund raising, and a second mailing to people not contacted before will go out shortly. In addition. Mr. Darby said he has been contacting businesses both inside and outside the county for support. "We are confident enough to send off our materials list," he said. "We can go ahead and make the purchases confident that we can at least do the Community Calendar Saturday January 28 • Community Hike to The Peak, meet 12:30p.m,,at the County Park (675-1879) . • A Night of Blues” at RCHS - 7p.m. (987-8575) ' Wednesday February 1 • First Thursday Education Support Group discussion of state legislative issues relating to education, at the library - 7p.m. (675-1461) Thursday February 2 • Community Bonfire next to the Ragged Mountain Resource Center in Washington - 5p.m. (675-1879) • Junior Class Spaghetti Dinner to benefit junior/senior pronV, RCHS - 5-8p.m. (987-8575) Saturday February 4 • The Smithsonian Chamber Players. Purcell Fantasies tor viols, at the Theatre at Washington - 3:30p.m. with pre-concert talk at 3p.m. (675-1253) Friday February 10 • “The way we were—Black School History in Rappahannock - 1871-1967" at the library - 8p.m. Saturday February 18 • Dance with The Waters to benefit Spring Mountain School, at the Washington Fire Hall - 8p.m. first house." He said in addition 75 people have volunteered to prov ide labor t'or the construction and another 20 are handling phone banks for the project. Habitat for Humanity uses volunteer labor, including the labor of the recipients, to build houses for low income people. With only the materials cost to pay back, the houses can be financed for relatively low monthly payments, which are used to build more houses. The organization has been active throughout the United States and in foreign countries. A chapter in Fauquier County has built several houses. This is the first effort to spread the program to Rappahannock County. Mr. Darby has been active in the Fauquier Chapter for several years, and is now coordinating efforts in what he calls the “Rappahannock branch" of the Fauquier Chapter. The first house is to be built on Piedmont Avenue for Barbara Shanks and he^family. Ground was cleared before winter weather set in. “We greatly appreciate the support of the people of the county for this project," Mr. Darby said. Anyone who has not been contacted who would like to make a donation may send a contribution to Mr. Darby at P.O. Box 39, Boston, Va. 22713. ^^Valentine’s Gifts & Fresh Flowers Roses, Bud Vases, Bouquets and Arrangements by TdLK Persimmon bprings Design. 10 % discount on all orders $25.00 and over ordered by Friday, February 10. Of- TH€ Call or stop by for details. 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To Subscribe Phone (703) 347-4222 BY MAIL: $19 a year in Rappahannock $24 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 3 months. 50 cents — 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 The Audit Bureau WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 1995 Editorials Extension Saved? Heavy lobbying by the patrons of the Virginia Extension Service including youngsters in 42DH programs has been successful. An amendment to restore full funding for extension and the agricultural experiment stations has gained apparently \eto2Dproof majorities in both houses of the General Assembly . Both Rappahannock's representatives have signed on as co2I)patrons of the amendment. As the justification for the amendment points out, funding for these programs has already sustained several cuts in past years. Agricultural research returns $1.50 for each S1 invested. The cuts to extension funding proposed by Gov. George Allen would have meant closing up to one2Dthird of the extension offices in the state. As one of the smallest offices, Rappahannock's w ould probably have been one of the first on the chopping block. In addition the cuts to the experiment stations might have meant closing the Winchester Fruit Station. The state has just finished investing in a new building for this station, but that might not have spared it. Two 42DH centers would have been closed. Would the center near Front Royal have been one? Many things can happen betw een now and the end of the session. Deals are being cut up until the last minutes as members of the assembly labor to beat the clock and leave Richmond. Nothing is certain, but it appears the local extension office is safe, at least for the time being. Town and Church It's not true that there’s always more than meets the eye. Sometimes there’s less. That appears to be the case with the Town Council's action earlier this month in adopting a resolution to work in cooperation with anyone who wants to alter his property. Intended as a message to Trinity Episcopal Church that the council is prepared to deal w ith the church in order to help it remain in town, the resolution was amended to apply to any church or business, then finally to "anybody.” As Mayor Stewart Willis pointed out the council is constrained by its ordinances and can't just say “Yes” to anything. However, town ordinances present less of a challenge to church expansion than the need to provide for sewage treatment. Variances could be granted to setback requirements. The council could approve the expansion without holding the church to its off street parking requirements, but that would just put more parking along the streets. The congregation is far from consensus about what they want to do. However, no harm was done to the town's ordinances or the relationship between the town and property owners in town by the resolution. Well, maybe the ^ (tiA chiHanK will ^ n . actually improve. MMM-study had will proy« interesting. -1 £ Under review? That figures! If the whMl ain't broke- why fix It? Our Rappahannock Heritage Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cindy Mahan„ Looking like giant tires, these bales of hay rest beneath the shadow of Old Rag Mountain in a field near Nethers. -> Letters Wanted: A Full-Time Art Teacher I o the Hditor: As an observer of local government and school actions, I can guess that an_\ request for new monies for programs or serv ices will be met with chillv response from the Supervisors or the School Board. But, there is no reason why the request cannot be made, w ith the hopes that the climate will improve in time. I propose that the community and parents of students become aware of the facts supporting the request for a full time salary to the Art teacher in Rappahannock County Schools. They may do so at the Rappahannock Hlementary School on Keb. 13, at the P l O’s Mondav night meeting. Harriet Rosenblatt, the part-time art teacher, will be there to plead her case and look for parent support. She will also present her case to the School Board the following night. With so many needs in so many categories of education waiting to he addressed, it must be impossible to label Priority for any one. Because I am an artist, my attention is focused on the Art department, and it has been for a long time. To fill all the deficits in this curriculum presently, would ‘break the bank!' Putting the part time teacher on a full time salarv would be a start. Adding varied art classes at the high school is a longer range goal. Importing new ideas, buying new equipment and supplies, exercising flexibility in a fascinating, ever changing area of study, are three suggestions that could be implemented now. A full time salaried art teacher, with an energetic volunteer parent network, and a plan for creative financing are three improvements that w ill not "break the bank." I truly hope that the parents will show Harriet Rosenblatt some support. Thank You. MARGARHT ROGF.RS Parent PTO Fundraising Chairman Students Really Need A Summer Vacation I o the Kditor: I must say that! was extremely disturbed by Senator Kevin Miller's proposed changes to the school calendar as reported in the Jan. 11 issue of the Rappahannock .Yens. What the Senator proposes is a radical departure from the timehonored tradition of giving students the summer off so that the\ can not only help out on the farm, as they do in rural counties, but also so that they can participate in family vacations, which folks usually take in the summer months in order to take advantage of the uood weather. The Senator is certainly not thinking of the poor teachers who count on summer vacation so that they can take advantage of summer graduate programs featured by universities across the state as well as the great off-season rates at Club Med. Furthermore. 1 don't think that the concept of children waiting in winter weather for school busses constitutes child abuse. Having to listen to endless stories of how my father walked miles to school in fierce blizzards, now that is child What was most galling in the Senator's diatribe, however, was the suggestion that youngsters raised in rural counties don't even know what a hoe looks like! Now I was born and raised in the county, but I'm no bumpkin. I’ve been around. 1 know exactly what a hoe is. What I can't figure out is how thev walk in them shoes'.’ RICHARD W. KATOS Washington Mayor Lists Actions Taken by Town Council To the Hditor: I am writing this letter because f think that it is very important that the residents and neighbors of Washington stay informed of actions being taken by the Town Council. At its January meeting, in addition to discussing water rate changes, the Council voted on live issues: 1. A resolution reaffirming Town government's responsibility to support everyone in town. 2. A rev ision of this year’s water budget. 3. A resolution to accept a grant loan from FmllA. 4. A vote to authorize the Library to conduct a book sale at the Town Hall during July Fourth. 5. A resolution to sponsor the July Fourth Celebration and accept RAAC’s offer to manage it. In last week’s newspaper, the first two actions above were not discussed at all and some of the data presented with regard to the water rates did not reflect discussion at the meeting. The $6,000 reported as the yearly debt service for the new FmHA loan was an estimate based on interest rates paid for current loans. The $50,000 water budget target was established by the Council, not by the Mayor. At the January meeting, in introducing the Public Hearing on rate increases, 1 noted that we had just locked in a lower rate of interest that would require a debt service of only $4,100 a year, thus reducing the proposed target to about $48,000 as a starting point for discussions. As noted above, the newspaper article did not mention the fact that Council approved a revised water budget for this year. To pay this budget, Council voted to transfer $14,000 from Town retained earnings. This was necessary because the current water rates will not produce enough revenue to pay for this year’s original budget, because work initiated in June by the previous Council required the purchase of meters and casings not in the budget, because electricity is running at a rate greater than the budget, and because the new water system has required the purchase of test equipment that was not in the budget. The other items not addressed in the article was discussed in response to concerns expressed by many members ot'the Trinity Episcopal Church.. Recognizing that the Town ordinances may indeed require the Town to interact with the Church, the Council unanimously approved a resolution that reaffirmed that the Town Government will work cooperatively and constructively with anyone in Town who must address issues concerning their propertv. STEWART WILLIS Washington Support Public Schools To the Editor: I would like to comment on two matters affecting public education that arise from recent articles in your paper and from letters to the editor. First, the w isdom of encouraging the development of charter schools. Our country pioneered the creation of a public school system for its citizens. It is the bedrock on which democracy exists and nourishes. There has been and will continue to be a place for other forms of elementary and secondary education. There are a number of types of non-public education in this country, schools created by religious groups and independent schools. No serious students of pre-collegiate education would argue that charter schools are or could become satisfactory substitutes for we 11-supported public education. By definition nonpublic schools are unwilling and incapable of taking on the burden of providing excellent education for all the children of the community regardless of their individual and special needs. To use taxpayer funds to create and support charter schools is a misuse of public funds, at best. At its worst, it is the abandonment of the difficult and demanding work of creating a first class public education system for all Allen Ignores Real Concerns Of Christians To the F.ditor: Monday's issue of the Washington Post (1-23-95) had a front page article detailing Virginia’s decline in funding of higher education. We now rank 43rd among the states, joining such states as Alabama and Mississippi, at the bottom of the pile. Gov. Allen plans to cut stale aid to higher education further. He’s already taken the ax to programs that offer some help to the unprotected poor people in our midst. It seems to me that any program that seeks to better the life of the whole community. Gov. Allen opposes. He pass lip service to Christian values and familylife but shows little evidence of the compassion and concern for the poor that are the attributes of a true Christian. His public policies seem designed to reward the well-off with tax cuts and lock-up all those from the wrong side of the tracks. We get a minuscule tax cut at the stale level. We receive less services. Our state becomes less attractive as a place to do business as' the quality of our schools and univer-; sities decline. Plus we are left with a, budget busting bill for prison con-.’ struction. It is hard not to believe that Allens is using Virginia as a stage where he. auditions for a national office andj we're left to pay for the performance. I If you care about the well-being, of our entire community and the£ future of Virginia please take ti.pie£ this week to call the General’ Assembly 1-800-889-0229 andexpress your views. Del. Kaizen has1 made it clear he supports Allen's' spending proposals. Call him and let him know you don't, bach call is important and is your chance to say! whether you want to be paving for’! schools or prisons for the next twenty’ vears. MARK WAU.ACF Flint Hill our children. I also want to address the special needs of some of our children. 1 he hard reality is that not all children are born with identical abilities. Hducating the handicapped will not become cheaper with time. It is false logic as well as bad educational philosophy to argue that only by cutting the budget for special education can we improve the education of the aver-' age child and promote the talents of the gifted. 1 It is the responsibility of every', thoughtful citizen, whether they are a’ parent or not, to labor to create a Iwt'.* ter public school system for the c®l-' dren of Rappahannock County and. to' do so knowing that there are no free lunches or easy fixes. Perhaps the time has come when we need a group of objective, concerned citizens who will undertake to develop a strategicplan for the future of the school system. Our greatest resource is our children, and their and our future welfare require that we start now to think hardheadedly about the continuing improvement for our comprehensive public school system and how it canbest and most equitably be financed. WILLIAM M. DIL I PL Flint Hill

Letters Del. Jay Katzen's Visit Clarified Lunch Time To the Editor: I would like to clarify several points raised in he Jan. 11 story about Delegate Jay Katzen's visit to Spring Mountain School in Washington. Delegate Katzen was welcomed to Spring Mountain to help school parents and board members learn more about the feasibility, desirability, and possibility of becoming a charter school. The issue of charter schools is being explored by Spring Mountain in order to see if it can help us meet our stated goal of becoming a tuition-free school. We are not within the financial reach of all who would like to attend. This means small classes and Herculean fundraising efforts by board members and parents. In considering the possibility of becoming a charter school, it is imperative to maintain the integrity of what is yet a young, growing school while trying to meet the needs of everyone concerned. It is the policy of Spring Mountain to work with each child as an individual. Waldorl education is, as Laurie Marshall indicated in your article, quite often successful for students who do not "fit" in non-charter public schools. This is because of the holistic approach, of valuing the child’s intellectual, emotional, physical, moral, and spiritual being. Indeed, children thwarted by mainstream methods can often excel in a Waldorf curriculum. The academic lessons reinforced with physical and artistic activities facilitate the learning process of both the children working at the appropriate grade level and the child with special needs. ii ib inv pcibunai dciici mai any child benefits from such an approach to life and learning. As grand as it sounds, however, this is not a kind of overall quick-fix for all children experiencing problems in public schools. Spring Mountain has never viewed itself as a school for the elite and as such welcomes all applicants. Spring Mountain is one of approximately 137 Waldorf curriculum schools in North American and 550 worldwide. And, while Waldorf education has been tried and true for more than seventy years, it is still considered an alternative form of education. Waldorf was brought about as a school for the children of factory workers. Not mentioned in your article was Del. Katzen’s positive response to witnessing the daily routine in the Special Education Is Defended To the Editor: I am writing to add-my voice to the^growing chorus of people who are disturbed by the tone and the timing of the Jan. 4 article on special education. By examining only the costs and not the benefits of these programs, the article exhibited a clear and inflammatory bias against serving the needs of disabled students. Then, to add insult to injury, the paper last week ran a despicable cartoon in which special education is represented as a large bucket filled to the brim while “the rest” get a puny pail. But the figures in the Jan. 4 article don’t bear this out. Special education receives $750,000 out of a budget of 5.65 million, or 13%; it serves 169 students out of a students population of about 1,000, or 17%. This hardly seems disproportionate. Moreover, it is worth it to give these kids a fighting chance in life— to make them employable, contributing citizens rather than wards‘of the state. We should meet the special needs of these children not only to save money down the road, but also because it is the right thing to do. Where in all this, I wonder, is the voice of the school superintendent? He was quoted in the article, but he seems not to have a thing to say in support of these programs. Shouldn’t he be the one to explain the benefits of special education to your readers? How' are the parents and teachers of special education students supposed to feel? And how about those students themselves? They have a hard enough time without being made jo feel—explicitly by this paper and implicitly by the school superintendent—that they are not worth the cost and bother. JOHN BEARDSLEY Amissville bright and creative classrooms at Spring Mountain. Several times he commented on the obvious love and joy of learning which is inherent in this school and how critical this is to true learning and to counteracting the trends of violence and rebellion in today’s school system. While to some this may not seem a salient point, to this Waldorf parent it is the bottom line. The positive selfdiscovery and enlivening I see happening in my first grader every day at Spring Mountain is the reason we moved to this area. My child looks forward to school every day. 1 see her growing and incorporating the goals of this type of education: becoming a free, creative, independent, moral , happy, and functioning human being. All parents should question which educational approach fosters the learning that places their children in a position of accomplishment in the world. My belief is that there is no one school yet that is perfect for everyone. But if there is a school such as Spring Mountain which can help our children love to learn and soar as they begome successful human beings, be grateful that it is in the community and support its efforts to meet the needs of everyone interested in such an education If Spring Mountain were to become a charter school, it would simply add a new dimension to the choices in public education. SALLY WALKER President. 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Each team will have just eight minutes to set up and perform in the competition. On Saturday, Team 1 worked on designing and building their vehicle. It is not yet finished, but is well on its way. Several items were brought in from the donation list, including an old bicycle, plywood, 2x4 pieces of wood, and fabric. Team 1 spent much of their time taking apart the bicycle so they could use parts of it for their vehicle. It was a real team effort, as much of the bike was rusted, and it took a lot of strength and tools to hold, tug, and coerce pieces to come apart. I he rest ot I earn 1 s time was spent cutting the pieces of plywood to make the main section of their vehicle They had power tools to work with. I Ryland Pace, whose dad is a fine carpenter and woodworker, led the others who had not worked with these tools before through the'job. Team 2 concentrated on making patterns for animals which could then be cut out of fabric, stuffed and sewn together. 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The interested students were then tested by three judges who did not know any of the children. Over half of the two teams selected have been identified as gifted and talented. Ms. Rudolph said that they had hoped to do a primary group this year also, but there was not enough interest. The coaches hope to add other teams in the future, but feel that two teams is enough to handle right now. Odyssey is funded mainly through the gifted and talented program and also by private donations and the pro. The kids have a wish list for items they need to finish their vehicles and animals. The list includes 2\8 plywood, 2x2, 2x4 and 4x4 wood, 8-inch w heels, PVC pipe. 9-volt batteries, an old wagon, a battery-operated motor, and clip-on earrings. Anyone wishing to donate items may leave them in Room 4 at RCES, or ask for assistance in the school office. “It is a wonderful opportunity for them," said Ms. Tower. ► Charter From Page A-l ing, I 1 spoke in favor of charter schools, 18 against and two remained noncommittal. House Majority Leader C. Richard Cranwell, D-Vinton. topped the list of opponents in his surprise visit to the hearing. . “In the 23 years that I have been in the General Assembly,” Del. Cranwell said, “I have never lost sight of the fact that public education is the one thing that we must keep a vigil for at all times." “1 think the charter schools are wrong,” Del. Cranwell emphasized. “they will commence the dismantling process of the public education system." Speaking in favor of the concept, Lynn Hopewell, a businessman from Warrenton and a member of the Governor’s Champion Schools Commission, said Virginia's public school sy stems lack options that charter schools would provide. 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• Community News • Obituaries Rappahannock News Real Estate Classifieds WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 1995 A Mother Searches for the 'Right School' By BONNIE PRICE LOFTON Rappahannock Ntwi Contributing Writer Sometime before Christmas, my husband (an environmental lawyer) and I (a part-time writer on health) decided it was time to get serious about what kind of education we wanted for our 6-year-old and, in a couple of years, our 3vear-old. teachers told me after 1 explained that 1 was making the rounds of area schools. “We’re really proud of what we’re doing, but if you think there’s room for improvement, we’d love to hear about it.” Desire for Local School But I reluctantly knocked Highland off my list for two James, the 6-year-old, seemed to be halfway between kindergarten and first grade in skill level, so I set off to look at these grades in area schools. I also decided to look at some of the ICddUIla. First and foremost, it isn’t in Rappahannock County. 1 don’t mean to be insular, but we didn’t move from Fairfax County to Rappahannock in order to shin our kids hack to a spmi mgner graaes, 100, to see how the students turned out after years in a particular system. suburban school, away from the community in which we live. We want our whole family to sink roots deeD in i uuscivcu classes ai seven scnools: Kappahannock Elementary, Wakefield Country Day School, Wakefield School, Highland School, St. Luke’s, Spring Mountain and the Washington Waldorf School in Bethesda, Md. I did not visit any explicitly religious schools, because none reflects the beliefs held by my husband and me. I also received plenty of solicited Rappahannock’s soil, to cherish belonging here and to make a contribution here. Second, Highland is the most expensive private school around. We’d be eating macaroni and cheese seven days a week if we had to cough up that tuition ($5,640 for first graae, eu percent due by bept. 1). Wakefield School in Marshall got scratched for similar reasons thniioh I and unsolicited advice Jrom James’s grandparents—four lifelong schoolteachers. As a group, the grandparents have covered the spectrum of conventional education, having worked at one time or another in a Christian school, military school, boarding school and public schools. Two of them have been principals or headmasters; three have master’s degrees. I talked at length with dozens of parents and about 10 teachers. 1 read six books on education in full and sections from many others. And I gradually came to realize: The school matters less than the teacher in any given year. And the home matters most of all. I’ll discuss matters of the home, Wakefield Country Day, School 1972 saw some innovative teaching there— it costs $5,200 for first grade and is even farther from us than Highland. I visited St. Luke’s Lutheran School in Culpeper, which is a relative bargain—$2,700, payable in monthly installments—but I thought the teaching 1 saw at Rappahannock Elementary was comparable, and it’s right here for free. That left Wakefield Country Day School in Huntly ($4,750 a year for first grade) and Spring Mountain School in Washington ($3,740 a year) as the local private schools. I’ll return to Spring Mountain in my next article. I loved the kindergarten teacher, Kathleen Nilan, at Wakefield Country. (The kindergarten teacher at v/1 IIIV. umu unit! III llic CUI1“ eluding half of this article, to be published later. Here, I’ll skip to the teacher question. In my school visits, I found that the ratio of fantastic to indifferent teachers (I saw no downright rotten ones) had nothing to do with the type of school or the amount of tuition paid. The worst teacher I saw was in a small class at an expensive private school; one of the best was at Rappahannock Klementary School facing a huge class. High Marks for Highland In my first round of visits in early December, I had liked Highland School in Warrenton the best. It had a balanced, wholesome approach to education. The kids appeared to be learning as much as they did anywhere, but they seemed to have fun, too. They weren’t deluged with unnecessary work, one example being “homework that is designed to impress the parents paying the tuition, but that isn’t necessary for actual learning." (Paraphrased from a Highland staff member.) Without the crush of busywork seen in some of the other schools. Highland children have time to develop their abilities in areas I consider to be equally important: in maintaining their health through sports, in developing their sense of aesthetics through the arts, in community service (an integral part of the curriculum at all ages). Many of the older students, for example, tutor Head Start children. I also liked the enthusiasm and openness of the Highland staff. “If you see anything that really impresses you, please come back and share it with us,” one of the the other Wakeheld was also outstanding.) On the day's 1 visited, she had only six students present out of the eight enrolled, so work in the classroom moved at a relatively fast clip. Yet the children were clearly enjoying themselves. After a morning visiting this class, my son declared: “It was fun and I learned a lot.” ruDiic >cnool Assessed Wakefield Country was my pick for my son for the current semester until I decided to give Rappahannock Elementary one last look. Rappahannock Elementary hadn’t fared well when I first visited in December. A firstgrade teacher had been showing Walt Disney's “Jungle Book” cartoon when I showed up for my scheduled visit. - She chatted with me about her regular class schedule while the video was running, but offered no explanation for the video until I asked. “We’re moving to a new room tomorrow, and I needed time to pack up the classroom,” she said. Maybe so, maybe so, but still... On my return trip, I inwardly groaned when my son and I walked into Geraldine Payne’s kindergarten class and saw the children watching a video. This time, I asked immediately: “How often do you use videos?” Mrs. Payne replied that she uses this particular video program every Friday for a half hour. “It helps the children with their letters and phonics,” Mrs. Payne said. Less frequently, she uses filmstrips and videos that are connected to a particular topic she’s exploring. Out* Seer Likes San Dieeo By NICK KONICK Rappahannock News Contributing Writer If you have been paying attention to the Super Bowl talk this week, you might have noticed that the San Francisco '49ers are -'favored by a “small” margin to ‘ cream the Chargers of San Diego; by as many as 22 points, and as few as 18. Kight now it seems as it the pnly way San Francisco can lose as if they don’t show up on Sunday. But, as this is a remote possibility, most experts agree that San Diego • Is going to have to come up with some fancy moves and pull off some slick plays to get by the formidable ‘49ers. The Chargers are neither fancy nor slick, but that might be exactly why they have a chance on Sunday. In the past ten years, the AFC has lost the Super Bowl every year, .and every year the AFC Champion has been a passing team. For the last four years, the Buffalo Bills have been the AFC Champion. The Bills certainly were a good team, but they depended mostly on the skill of Jim Kelly and his wide receivers to provide all of their points. The same is true of the Denver Broncos who went to the Super Bowl twice in a row and whose offense likewise centered around the passing of John Elway. These two teams are the perfect examples of AFC football in the past ten 'years: fast; slick air attacks that literally bombed the opponent from above. Until the Super Bowl came, when the NFC team would pass and run the AFC into the ground. But let’s look at the Charger’s offense. The Chargers are a heavy, solid team who do not have the best quarterback in the league or fast, wiry receivers who blow past the secondary for long passes. The Chargers instead have a methodical, controlled style, and play with a plodding, control-the-ball type of offense that grinds and wears down the opponent’s defense by employing short-yardage plays on the ground. With their big back Natrone Means, who consistently gains yards by running through the defensive line of opponents with liti!e more than sheer power and size, on the ground and quarterback Stan Humphries connecting with big receivers like tight-end Alfred Pupunu, who can usually run for a few extra yards after catching on short passes, the Chargers have an offense that hasn’t been seen in an AFC Championship team in quite a while. Look for Means and Pupunu to have big games on Sunday because while the ‘49ers’ defense is good, it may not be able to handle the size and strength of these two. The key is for the Chargers to employ their plodding tactics and rough, size-oriented pay as much as possible, and thei. use Stan Humphries’ passing to get touchdowns once they are in the red zone. 4 One of the biggest (liteally) reasons for a possible Chargers win is Junior Seau, one of the best linebackers in the NFL today and a leader not only on the Chargers' defense, but also for the entire team. This guy is unstoppable. If the game comes down to defense, it will be the Chargers all the way. Finally, this game comes down to psyche and preparation. Bobby Ross, the coach of the Chargers, is one of the best coaches in the NFL., and is known for his ability to prepare his teams and get them ready for any garpe. The Chargers are an underdog team and Ross likes to play as the underdog. This is their first Super Bowl appearance ever, they have nothing to lose, and the way things have been going for them lately, there is a strong possibility that Ross and Humphries can pull off their magic again. The ‘49ers, on the other hand, have a twenty point spread on their shoulders and a ton of other pressures to go with it. The ‘49ers are known for their talent and experience; they’ve been here before, and most expect them to roll over the fresh San Diego team. QB Steve Young has never led a team to a Super Bowl and has waited for the chance for a long time, as cornerback Deion Sanders has also. No one expects them to lose their thirst now. But after the NFC Championship victory over the Cowboys, the 49ers might be a little too relaxed. That game meant a lot to the San Francisco organization as a whole, and now that it is over they may slack off. It nothing else, remember that history repeats itself. The last time any team was favored by such a huge margin in a Super Bowl was 26 years ago in 1969, when the heavily favored Baltimore Colts lost miserably to the underdog New York Jets behind quarterback Joe Namath. If underdog magic and historical precedent has anything to do with Super Bowls, the smart money s on the Chargers. ' . Rappahannock News Start Photos, Sharon Kilpatrick Gerandine Payne, center, helps Lauren Burke and James Lofton, right, make snowmen. I didn’t take issue with her—it wasn't the time or the place—but I hate to see TV in the classroom at all. It is such a passive device. I've never met a kid who watched quantities of TV who struck me as bright and well-adjusted. I agree that it's a great tool for controlling kids. I use it myself wfien I’m at wit’s end with James and his 3-yearold sister: stick in a Barney tape and I’ve got 30 minutes to myself. Later that morning, as I moved from one elenientarv classroom to another, I noticed that four out of the I I classrooms I passed had some kind of video running. I suspect that Rappahannock’s teachers use visual media to I hey're trying to reach the worst students, but it's more interesting for those of us at the top, too.” Beneficial Diversity Actually, I found in my tour of schools that many teachers have taught in both public and private schools. So I'm not sure Allison’s right in making a distinction between public and private school teachers, though her suggestion is interesting: Do teachers perform better when they face more challenging students? Certainly, James’ grandparents all argue that kids tum out better when educated in “mixed” groups. As my dad puts it: “James is going to have to deal with all kinds of iici|j mcm iu cope wun me large class sizes, to buy them a few minutes to prepare for something. If I'm right about this, the teachers have my sympathies—I'd be hard-pressed to handle 10 children, much less 20 or more. But there must be a better way. More parent volunteers in the classrooms, perhaps? An Exceptional Teacher Videos aside, Mrs. Payne turned out to be a remarkable teacher. Let me pul her in context: She handles 22 kids people in this life. The sooner he gets exposed to the diversity, the belter and stronger he’ll be. With caring, involved parents, he’ll get the most out of any situation and do well wherever he is." I think Dad’s right about James, mainly because he is an outgoing child. But if 1 had a different son, one who cherished his quiet time, who picked his friends carefully, and who liked to work slowly and methodically for hours at a time on a special pro iiv uvwvi, iuii t »u » miut uil lilt educational spectrum. I’m sure there are a couple of “learning disabled" ones in the group, along with one or two who come to school hungry or with their hair unbrushed. Don’t ask me which ones are which, though. All the kids seem to be prospering under her gentle, lo\ing care. Mrs. Payne has taught the children the rudiments of sign language, and she uses the signs to magically communicate—she can quiet her class with a hand gesture. Mrs. Payne explained that she had learned sign language to communicate with a deaf child whom she had-expected to receive. The deaf child never came, but Mrs. Payne enjoyed signing, so she kept it up. She shifts focus as smoothly as a zoom lens, somehow keeping everyone in her field of vision: My questions got answered, my son got included, the girl in pink had her tears dabbed, and the boy in the Power-Rangers shirt was given a new word to learn. Mrs. Payne is a native of Rappahannock County and a graduate of Rappahannock County High School, which proves that private schools have no comer on the market of talent. Put Mrs. Payne in a classroom with 10 privateschool students, and 1 think she would work miracles and wonder where the challenge was. Which calls to mind something my stepdaughter. Allison, told me. Until this year, her freshman year, Allison had attended Collegiate, a highly-regarded private school in Richmond. Last summer, however, Allison’s mother and stepfather moved to a suburb of Chicago where no private school was available. So Allison entered a public school for the first time. Her assessment? “The teachers are better.” Seriously? How so? “They work harder to make their lessons interesting. ject, i mum i wouia nave to scratcn public school from the list of possibilities. I think such a child would be swallowed up in the .hubbub. Even lunch— hundreds of kids massed in a noisy cafeteria—would be an ordeal for such a,child. What’s “Right”? To parents who are agonizing over the “right” education for their children, I offer these thoughts: 1. Parents are children's most important teachers. Don't turn the task over to any school. View schools as adjuncts to you, to sour efforts, and to the examples you set It you find that the school consumes all your child’s time, sending the child home with so much homework that there is literally no time left for the parents, I would take a hard look at the school. 2. When considering a school, ask to visit the classes .that your child might be enrolled in. Firing your child along. It's not enough to read the brochure, attend an open house and talk to the staff; you and your child should see the teachers and students in action. 3. Be flexible. A school that may work for one child in the family may not be right for another. Don’t be surprised it the situation changes as the child develops, requiring a different solution. If a school is weak in a particular subject, supplement the school with home study. 4. Don’t overlook the possibility of homeschooling. As the Colfax family in California has demonstrated over the last 20 years, homeschooled kids can succeed by any standards. All four of their sons attended Harvard after being totally homeschooled. I admit, though, that I'm hesitant to homeschool right now. After years home with young children, I crave time to do other things. Besides, James seems more motivated when he’s among other children. Editor s note: The second port of this article will he published in a future issue. Blacks to Recall 'Graded Schools' By: DIANA BIRD Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Before the Rappahannock schools were integrated in 1967, Black children attended one and two room elementary schools located in and near the towns. There were no high schools open to Black students in the county. People living in the county today and in several surrounding counties will recall their experiences in these schools at the “Friday at the Library” program at 8 p.m. on Feb. 10 Mr. James Butler of Gordonsville, bom in 1914, left the county to attend high school in Christiansburg in Southwest Virginia when he finished., grade school. Gloria Myers of Flint Hill went to the Criser High School in Front Royal; Dorothy Butler of Sperryville boarded at the Institute in Manassas. The last out-of-county schools to which children were bused was the G.W. Carver school near Culpeper, now the Piedmont Technical Education Center. Mr. James Russell of Sperryville is the grandson of Daniel Russell who began teaching in 1871 when the Black schools were first set up, following the adoption of the Underwood Constitution of 1869-70 establishing a Superintendent of Public Instruction and a State Board of Education charged with the responsibility for instituting mandatory public education. Daniel had almost taught himself to read and write as a small boy before the Civil War. Mr. Russell’s family produced generations of teachers who worked in a number of county schools. Mr. James Russell will participate in the program Several other persons from around the county have consented to discuss their experiences involving many facets of education in those bygone days. For instance, they will talk about remarkable individuals who were community leaders as well as teachers. The Black schools operated for 95 years, in many instances under stressful circumstances, but they were nevertheless important institutions for social development. The Library Program Committee appreciates this opportunity to preserve some little known history through the cooperation of members of our community. The book written by Elizabeth B. and C.E. Johnson, Jr., entitled Rappahannock County, Virginia-A History, details many facts relating to the Black schools. The discussion of the background of these facts will give them interesting life. Col. Samuel Glasker of Culpeper, a person educated in a County schools, will moderate the program. Everyone is welcome and as usual, refreshment will be served and questions entertained.

Church Activities Sunda\: Wednesday: Sunday: Wednesday: Saturday: Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. L. Starke Jones Sunda> School 10 a.m. Worship Service 1 1 a m. Bible Study and Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a m. Youth and F.vening Service 6 p.m. Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Men's Prayer Serv ice 6 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Sundav: Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Dcppcn Sundav School 10 a.m. W orship Service 1 1 a m. Promise Land Baptist Sundav: Rev. .John R. Pendleton Sundav School 9:45.a.m. Worship Service 1 1 a m. Revival At Fellowship Assembly 1 he Fellowship Assembly ot God will be conducting special services starting at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5 and 7 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. Evangelist Angel I . Berrios of Severn, Md. will be the guest speaker. Evangelist Berrios was saved at the age of 14 and called to be an ev angelist at age 15 Me is a 1986 graduate of Central Bible College in Springtield. Missouri. Since 1987, he has been traveling extensively within the LSA and many other countries. His preaching appeals both to the young and old alike. He has seen tremendous results in peoples lives as the uncompromised Word of God is preached. As he always says, "Christianity is exciting!” Pastor Joel Cress extends a cordial invitation to all to attend. For information call Pastor Cress at 349-1628. New Hope Bible Church Pastor: Carl Mencfee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worhsip service 1 1 a m. Evening Serv ice 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. First Baptist Sundav: Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 1 1 a.m. County Methodist Services I he Lnited Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Jan. 29 as follows: Flint Mill at 8:45 a m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m.; and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. 1 he Rev. Merlin Shorh is pastor and in\ ites the public. 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, lhe Rev. Charles Clinedinst. pastor, invites the public. Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold F.aton Sundav: Sundav School 10 a.m. Morning Worship-11 a.m. Wednesday: Children's Choir 6:45 p.m. Thursday: WALL, meeting Reynolds Memorial Baptist Intcrmin Pastor: .Ion Huddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning W orship 11 a.m. Gospel Sing At Hazel River Ha/el River Assembly ot God in Rixeyville will be having an oldfashioned gospel sing at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27. There sill be a great gospel singing from all areas around Virginia. If you have a singing talent and would like to participate in this event please contact Pastor Steve Dodson at 937-6041 or 987-9715 by the 27th. Light refreshments will be served in the church fellowship hall. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Rev. Albert Verbeke, Rector Masses: On Sunday at 10 a m. On Weekdays (Mon.-Sat.) at 8.30 a m. On Holy Days at 7:30 p.m. Bethel Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Forrest Freeman Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a m. Morning Service 11 a m. Amissville Baptist Activities Pastor Tom Everett inv ites newcomers to the area and those without a church home to visit Amissv ille Baptist. Sunday School begins at 9:45 a m., morning worship at 1 1 a.m„ and evening service at 6 p.m. A nursery is provided. Children's Church for ages 4 to 7 is held every other Sunday. This Sunday, Jan. 29, I.yn Everett and Charlotte Mills will be in charge. Children’s Choir practice is held Sundays at 6 p.m. Sally Bochette is the Director. Adult Choir practice is held Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Lisa Morrison is the director. The Ladies Group meets monthly; Young Adult Fellowship also meets monthly; Primetimers meet bi-monthly. Amissvifle Baptist mission groups meet Wednesdays at 7 p.m. If you need prayer or have any questions, fee! free to call Pastor Everett at the church 937-6159. Volunteers Recognition Night Planned Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue members will hold their annual dinner'recognition night on Saturday, Jan. 28. The following officers have been selected to serve in the 1995 Fire and Rescue Department; Jack Atkins, president; Rudv S'osna, vice president; Sheila Scott, secretary; and Sandi Carter, treasurer. J.B. Carter. Fire Chief; Scott Chamberlin, Asst. Fire Chief; Wayne Dodson, Fire Captain; A1 Kellert, Fire Lieutenant. Sharon Scott, F.MS Assistant Chief; Art Smith, EMS Captain; and Sheila Scott, EMS Lieutenant. The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company will'hold its annual Fireman's Carnival June 2124. Family Night will be Wednesday; parade Thursday; crowning of queen and court Friday and grand prize drawing Saturday. Mark your calendar now to attend and start thinking about your parade entry. For parade entry, call J.B. Carter 937-4218; for contestants call Sandi Carter 937-4218. Ages for Little Miss 3-7; Jr. Miss 8-14 and Queen 15-20. Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue's annual fund drive begins soon. VFD president Jack Atkins would like to apprise the community By CATHY LOU SMITH 937-5024 of the need to replace their 1967 fire truck. The cost is approximately SI 50,000. Your donations are greatly appreciated and may be mailed to the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, P.O. Box 147, Amissville, Va. 22002. ' The community is very fortunate to have so many volunteers willing to donate their time and energy to serving others during an emergency. We can do our part by supporting them with our generous contributions. The Royal Ambassadors Boys Group are holding a winter coat drive for the homeless shelters. Please bring the coats by Amissville Baptist today or this evening, Jan. 25. The Girls in Action are collecting baby items for the Warrenton Crisis Pregnancy Center. Baby Clothes, blankets, diapers, formula, etc. may be placed in the box in the vestibule of Amissville Baptist. Larger items such as cribs and car seats may be taken directly to the center located in Warrenton Square or call;; 347-7770. Jeffersonton Homemakers Club invite,s anyone desiring to attend a day time Club to call Club secretary, Helen Boldridee, 937-5238. The next meeting will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26 at Jeffersonton Community Center. The program will be installation of 1995 officers. The club is part of the Culpeper Extension Office. The Amissville Homemakers Club meets the first Monday evening at 7:30 at Amissville Baptist. Call Mary Priest at 937-4072 for more details. The Amissville Club is part of the Rappahannock County Extension Office. Girl Scouts will be taking cookie order through February. Glenda Gum is Troop Leader of the Amissville Brownie Troop #920. The Troop will have a cookie booth at Hackley's Store from 10 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 4. To place your order, call cookie manager Charlotte Mills at 937-2146. The Amissville Ruritan Club was please to have Robert “Bob" Darby of WoodvHle address the Club on Jan. 19 on “Habitat for Humanity.” Mr. Darby is a volunteer working as the Rappahannock Projects Coordinator, under the auspices of Fauquier Habitat for Humanity. Anyone desiring to volunteer or interested in obtaining a home through the organization mv call him at 9878373. Pastor Tom Everett invites newcomers to our area and those without a church home to visit Amissville Baptist. Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m., morning worship at 11 a.m., and evening service at 6 p.m. A nursery is provided. Mission groups meet Wednesday evenings at 7. For details call him at 937-6159. We would like to remember in prayer the thousands of Japanese suf* fering from last week’s earthquake in which close to 5,000 died. Thanks for leaving your news. Washington Residents Travel, Entertain, Visit We are so happy to report that Kermit Weakley is recuperating nicely at the home of Joel and Merle Dac/ewitz in Woodville. Donald Keyser of Alexandria spept Sunday with his mother. Mrs. Addie Keyser. Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Hobby Brown. Amanda and Bobbie Jo were Mrs. Fdie Falls. Samantha and Robert of Woodv ille and Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Beatty. Randy and Robbie of Point O’Woods. Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz spent Friday until Sunday with their daugh By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 ter and family, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Jakobowicz in Mechanicsville, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Pullen and Christy of Culpeper were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Clark Jr., -Amanda and Stacey. Amanda celebrated her 14th birthday on Sunday. Sunday luncheon guests of Mrs. Annie Hawkins were Roger Hawkins of Amissville. Mrs. Mabel Burke of Woodville, Mrs. Judy Deal, Jamie and Johnathan of Hume and Bobbie Jo Brown. Richie Eastham of Warrenton spent Monday with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Sunday John and Peggy Embank of Sperryville, Mrs. Prances Eubank and Bob Eubank visited James Eubank and Mrs. Mary Eubank in Eredericksburg. En route home they had dinner at Chasen's Restaurant. Happy birthday to Amanda Clark v\ho celebrated her 14th birthday on Sunday, Jan. 22 and to Samantha Falls in Woodville who was five years old on Monday , Jan. 23. Best wishes also to Donald Williams of Chester Gap who will celebrate his dav on Thursdav, Jan. 26. Have a great week and please call 675-3608 when you have news for this column. Woodville Area News The following news should have appeared in our Jan. 18 issue. Rev. Kirby Shenk of Luray and Mr. Cecil Atkins of Washington were recent Ellers of Mrs. Chloe Brown. Mrs. Teresa Brown and son, Sammy were Saturday afternoon callers of Mrs. Brown. Mrs. Lillian Sy kes and grandsons, Thomas ami Michael of Culpeper, Mr. Ray Crawford and family of Sperryville and Mr. Curtis Crawford and daughter, Katherine of Flint Mill were visitors during the week of Mrs. Audra Craw ford. Samantha Falls was a Friday and Saturday overnight guest of her grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simmons in Washington. Tim and Debbie Norman are receiving congratulations on the birth of a son, Corey Wayne Norman on Jan. 16 at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Corey weighed seven pounds and 14 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. T he following news is from the past weekend. Mrs. Pearl Hawkins was a luncheon guest on Saturday of Mrs. Vallie Butler and Norma Holt. Mr. and Mrs. Rodne> Vest spent Wednesday and Thursday in Fredericksburg. Mr. and Mrs. Willis Boutchyard joined them on Thursday for dinner. Mrs. Lillian Sykes, Michael and Thomas Sykes of Culpeper, Curtis Crawford of Flint Hill and the Ray Crawford family of Sperry ville visited their mother and grandmother, Mrs. Audra Crawford during the week. The W.M.U. of Woodville Baptist Church met with Mrs. Bernie Price on Thursday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Tim Brown, Jason and Sammy of Washington and Mrs. Chloe Brown were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Brown. Ms. LaToya Porter celebrated her birthday on Saturday, Jan. 21. Those present were Victoria Hudson of Flint Hill, Catherine Batis of Washington, LaKeshia Fletcher and Anathon Aylor, both of Sperryville, Ashley Clinedinst, Ashley Dunn, Vanessa Dunn, Jackie Porter, Cristol Porter and Shawn Porter, all of Woodville. LaToya receive many nice gifts. LaToya turned nine on Tuesday, Jan. 24. Mrs. Starke Jones attended the State Baptist Evangelist Conference in Charlottesville on Monday. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Buster Hitt and Winfrey were Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Jenkins of Frederick, Md. Mrs. Carolyn Fincham of Manassas, Mrs. Catherine Johnson and son, Allen of Stafford andJVJrs. Virginia Woodward of Culpeper. They also attended funeral services for Mrs. Lucy Martin at Thornton's Gap Regular Baptist Church and burial at Sperryville Cemetery on Saturday. 1995 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME SC3-7NORTH 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 The Simple Truth “We search the world for truth; we cull The good, the pure. the beautiful From all oldflower fields of the soul; And, weary seekers of the best. We come back laden from our quest. Tofind that all the sages said Is in the Book our mothers read. ’ John Green leaf Whittier Today’s world is complex, the moral standard more elastic than a rubber band. Concepts of right and wrong are stretched in convenient directions until ultimately, God’s truth must snap back so as to awake the soul; or worse, a soul is lost to the insensitivity of indifference. How can we survive confusing trends and conflicting philosophies as media madness spins us in a glamorized circle of revolving door values? What is the simple truth for today? The truth for today is the very Bible that has inspired great leaders throughout history, the unchanging Book that can guide you through today and a maze of tomorrows. As you worship this Sabbath, remember God's word, for that is the simple truth. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 John 1 John 1 John Luke 1 John 1 John Romans 3:1-10 4:1-6 4:7-21 9:18-20 5:1-12 5:13-21 6:1-23 Scriptures Seteciea ov The American S/Cte Society Cooy'-g^t’995 Ke frer-W.Uiams Newspaper Services P C Bo* 8005 Charlottesville. VA 22906 1995 ABERDEEN BARN Steaks - Seafood - Prime Rib Banquets - Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper 703-825-1037 Jimmie's Auto Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts. 161 Saunders St. • Culpeper 703/825-8030 The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds Rt. 29 South - 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House 703-825-5888, Culpeper ' - •.'t' ' ' ■■ v ' ■; \y> \ J. ?<■ t&ggsg Church Activities are ]brought to yOu courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

Birthday Wishes Extended Happy birthday to Mrs. Annie Huff, who will celebrate her birthday on Friday, Jan. 27. Her children and many friends wish her the best for the coming year. Emily Welch celebrated her sixth birthday at Chuckie (theese at Herndon on Sunday. Those present to help her celebrate in addition to her parents, Bry ant and Holly Welch and her sister, Katie Welch were her grandmother, Betty Holbik of Fairfax, Suzie and Ron Walsh and Ashley of Herndon; Ron Walsh, Jr. and children, Christina, Lauren and Adam and Lauren Kaye. Emily received many nice gifts. Irene Hamilton of High Point, N.C. arrived on Sunday to spend some time with her mother. Mrs. Alice Brady. Mrs. James Nicholson of Luray has been spending some time with Mr. and Mrs. Grady Vest during Mr. Nicholson’s stay in the Winchester Medical Center. Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and By POLLY N.AYLOR 987-8136 Mrs. Charles Hickerson were Lynn and Betty Li 1 lard of Springfield, Frances and Kathy Hudson. Also visiting were Larry Clark and Landon Clark of Front Royal. Mark and Diane Graves of Summerduck were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey L.illard. Visiting the Li I lards on Saturday was Marge EastHam. Jennifer By waters spent the weekend with her grandmother, Mary Frances Bywaters. Betty and West Klise returned on Monday after spending a few days in Portsmouth. Mr. and Mrs. George Smoot and Jennifer Bywaters were Saturday evening visitors of Mrs. Alice Pullen. Visiting her on Sunday evening were Alice Virginia Butler of Front Royal, Jennifer By waters and Mary Frances Bywaters. Nikki Calisto celebrated her eighth birthday with family and friends at the home of her parents, Renee and David Calisto on Friday. Nikki received many nice gifts. Jennifer Foreback was a Friday overnight guest of her friend, Nikki Calisto. Irene Hamilton returned to her home at High Point, N.C. on Sunday after a visit with her mother, Mrs. Alice Brady. Wilson and Lois Duncan, Edith Graves and Mark and Diane Graves, Wayne Graves, Leon Lillard and daughter, Amy Lillard were guests on Sunday ot Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Lillard. f-.lmer Dickerson of Chester Gap was a v isitor Sunday morning of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hiekerson. I he Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have worship services at 8:45 a.m. on Sundav. Jan. 29. I he pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb inv ites the public. Charles and Mary Ilickerson attended a 40th wedding anniversary party in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Homes Hllott at RiVermont Baptist Church on Sundav . Carnival dates have been set for the Hint Hill Volunteer Fireman's Annual Carnival to be held this year July 26 to 29 with the parade on F ri day instead ol I hursday as it has Sperryville Social Notes Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Dodson and Matthew of Madison and Mr. Netus Dodson were Sunday guests of Mrs. Pearl Dodson and Marshall. Saturday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins were Angie Jenkins, Dwayne Jenkins, Amy Wharton, Richard Jenkins and Amanda. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship services at 11:]5 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 29. The pastor Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. The Sperryv ille Business Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5 at the Sperrvville Emporium. All current member and any interested business persons are urged to attend. Joseph LeSueur of Culpeper, Nathan Almarode of Front Royal and Tiffany Wayland spent Saturday afternoon with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John M. Clark. Joseph returned home with his cousin, Titfany for an overnight stay. Sunday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wayland and Tiffany were fred Singleton ot Manassas and Heather Fstep of Washington. The Rappahannock Woman’s Club met on Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Barbara Wayland. After much discussion the group decided not to do their annual fashion show this year. Instead the ladies will be working on a cookbook which they hope to have available by earlv fall. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs: Pat Giles in Washington. Local residents are reminded for your tresh (lowers or special arrangements lor Valentine's Da\ gi\e Klaine at la[k ()! I he I own in Washington a call. She may be reached at.675-16W Sallie Ihornhill is currentlv scheduling private shows for her new Donchastor fashions. Gi\e her a call Boston Homes Welcome Guests Mr. and Mrs.( Bill Peregory of Front Royal were Friday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer on Route 615. Sympathy is extended to the family of Mr. Floyd Kirchman, who passed away last week. Michael W. Frazier was a Sunday guest of his grandmother, Mrs. Eunice Meade of Culpeper. The call meeting held at Bethel Baptist Church last Thursday or organize a tire and rescue department to serve that area of the county brought about a goodly number in attendance. Fifty of whom were definitely in favor of the department. More follow up meetings will be held. Down Salem way, Mrs. J.T. Dodson had as her Friday guests. Elder and Mrs. Wayne Richards of I.uray. Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Kelchner of Winchester were guests during the weekend of Mrs. D A. Mason. Mr. and Mrs. William Ward were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. C.I.. Weaver. Mrs. Danny Sims and family who have been visiting here with her par ems. Mr. and Mrs Freddie Butler were I hursday overnight guests of her brother-in.law and sister. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Keithley in New Baltimore and Friday morning left for their home in New Jerses. Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Gibbs were Mrs. Natalie Keithley ot New Baltimore. Mrs. Jane Thornhill and Miss F.lsie C ourtney ot Culpeper, Mrs. George Butler, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Butler, Rev. and Mrs. I om Wiles and son and Mr.jand Mrs. Freddie Butler. rian Mneaa & save; Deposit by 1/31 and Save up to $700 per cabin! The ss Meridian. Sparkling I****- sauna, movies, deck sports, shopping, and six lusc ious meals and snac ks a <Ja> At night, nightclub dancing, a Monte Carlo casino. Vcgas-stylc floor shows intimate lounges. All for one affordable price. Bermuda. Cruise to the ultimate island destination.With coral sands Turc|Uoise waters. Azure skies. And blissful days and nights filled with divine pleasures 7 Night Cruises from Newport News May 14 & October 14.. from only $895 Special rales for groups of III or more. Tor information mil sour navel axi ni or Cruise International at: 800-647-0009 SPECIAL BINGO Front Royal Moose Lodge 55 East, 231 Chester St., Front Royal, VA 22630 Benefit of Warren County Chapter American Red Cross Saturday, February 4 Game Begins at 7 pm, doors open at 5 pm $25 admission • $100 prize $1000 jackpot ^ In case of bad weather, call 635-2333 or 636-6355 Paid ad by the American Red Cross BLUE RIDGE Guide 3:.': I THE COUNTRY CAFE Fine country food in a relaxed atmosphere!'. Early Bird Specials $6.95 Mon. - Sar. 8 am - 8 pm Sunday 8 am - 3 pm Main Street Washington, VA 703-675-1066 Our Special Valentine's Page appearing February 8 Call your | advertising representative at the ( ftappaljannotfe | jjetoa for special rates 675-3338 Thursday Night S teak Dinner Special New York Strip, Salad, Q|T Potato, Onion Rings JLVr • S Wednesday Night Prime Rib $10.95 ABEBBEEN . BARNS . Friday Seafood Buffet$ 16.95 ^Aberdeen bark Located in the Holiday Inn, Rt. 29 South, Culpeper Upcoming Events Homemakers To Meet Amissville Extension Homemakers Club monthly meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 6 at Amissville Baptist Church. The program will be one use of bread machines. All are welcome. For more details, call Club President Iva I.am. 937-4550. Benefit Planned A Night of Blues featuring Robert Glasker and The Blue Hawks will be held at 7 p.m. on Jan. 28 at Rappahannock County High School Auditorium. Prices are adults, $7 in advance and S9 at the door and $5 in advance or S7 at the door for students. Proceeds benefit the RCHS Senior Class. RCHS students will perform various dance styles. For more information call 675-3405. Spaghetti Dinner Fhe Washington Volunteer Fire Department v\i11 have an all-voucap-eat spaghetti dinner trom 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 11. I he menu consist of spaghetti, choice of sauce, salad with a choice of dressing, bread and an assortment of desserts. Business Council Meeting Set Members of the Sperry ville Business Council will meet at 6 p.m. .on Sunday, Feb. 5. at the Sperry ville Emporium. All current members and interested business persons are urged to attend. Breakfast Planned I Washington Volunteer Fire Department will have a all-you-can-eat breakfast from 7-11 a.m. on Saturday. Jan. 21. Prices are $5 for adults and S3 for children under 12. Volleyball Tournament Set I he Rappahannock County Drug Free Schools Community Team is sponsoring a single elimination volleyball tournament on March 25. There is no entry fee. Each team of 8-10 players must be co-ed and include at least two students in grades 4-12. There will be a total of twelve teams. Trophies and ribbons will be awarded. Refreshments will be sold by SADD. Students Against Drunk Driving. To sign up a team or for further information, contact Joyce Brown or David Van de Graatt at RCHS, 087-8575. I his event is made possible with funds from the Federal Drug free Schools Emergency Grant. Breakfast at CGVFD C hester Gap Volunteer l ire and Rescue Company will hav e a breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. on Feb. 5. Prices are S6 for alf-you-can-eat, $3 for single serving and S2 for children eight and under. Talent Show Workshop I here will be a 4-11 Share I he Fun T alent show workshop from 10 . a m. to 12 noon on Jan. 28 at the Rappahannock County High School Auditorium. Please pick up a 4-11 enrollment form at the school offices or the extension Office. For more information call ila/el Zinn-Day at 937-3158 or the Extension Office at 675-3619. Practical Nursing Aptitude Testing George Washington Carver-Piedmont Technical Education renter will begin testing on feb. 7 for those who are interested in applving to the Practical Nursing Program that begins in September, 1995. Phis is an 18 month course that prepares a graduate to take the National Council' Licensure Examination for becoming a l icensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.). Call 825-0476 to register or for further information about the testing and or the program. A $7 testing fee is required at the time of registration. Ham and Turkey Dinner A ham and turkey dinner will be held from 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Flint Hill lire department. I he menu consists of old ham and turkey, dressing, gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, cole slaw, hot rolls, and assorted homemade desserts. Prices are S8 tor adults, S5 tor children and children under three each tree. Proceeds benefit the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department. For more information call 675-3389. Photo Exhibit There is a photo exhibit now showing at The Mountain Store in Criglersvilie on weekends, which will continue until Valentine's Day. The photo’s are a collection of scenes and popular activities in and around Madison County and surrounding counties. The photos were taken by retired Dr. Ken McCoy, now owner of the Rose River winery in Syria. The sharp black and white photos have been mounted and famed for the exhibit, which is a first time showing of his work. The careful selection of topics, an#the sharp images remind one of the well known Ansel Adams photos. Many viewers find themselves staring at one picture for several minutes, especially the photos with people’s faces. Call Lottie Richards at 923-4333 or 923-4349 for exhibit hours. Classes To Begin first Responder classes begin at Hint Hill Volunteer Lire and Rescue Company on Feb. 20. Call 675-3389 or 675-3143 to register for classes. Regional Director To Address Group State legislative issues concerning education, including Charter Schools, will be discussed with Andrea Mutterer, Director of the Regional Office for the Virginia Kducation Association. Join the f irst Thursday Education Support Group at 7 p in. on Wednesday, Feb. I in the Community Room of the Rappahannock County I ibrary. All are welcome. Business meeting will follow discussion. For more information contact Ellen Neill-Dore 675-1461. Meeting moved to Wednesday due to parent/teacher conferences. * Benefit Valentine's Dance Valentine’s Benefit Dance for Spring Mountain School will be held Eeb. 18 at the Washington fire hall. The Wafers, with several guest musicians, including Julie Coon, Vincent Day, Smiggy and Bill Abernathy . Warm-up by L.isa Leftw ich, Hric, and David Blanchard. Admission is $5. Beer will be sold. Call 675-1458 for more information. Prizes for most romantic clothes. Snow date is March 11. Fashion Showings Available >Ponchaster Fashions, beautiful clothes for every event are asailable at private showings. For your showing call Sallie Thornhill at 987-8100. Valentine's Banquet Set The Culpeper Area Christian Singles will be having a Valentine’s Banquet at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11. Bring a dish and meet at St. Luke Lutheran Church at 1200 Old Rixeyville Road in Culpeper. The church is approximately 1/2 mile south of the skating rink. All ages, separated, divorced, Aidowed, or never married men and women are invited. "Regardless of what church you may belong to, come join us for an esening of food, fellowship and fund,” said a spokesperson. Reservations requested by Feb. 9. Call Valerie, 825-1714.

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Equip/Boats & Accessories 16' Jon Boat. 6' wide, 8hp Mariner motor, 3hp electric motor, trailer, live well, seats 5, life jackets. $2,800. Call after 5:00pm, 703-825-2669. 52 Services Business J.W.Buckholz Excavating Clearing Road Work Gravel 703-635-9005 Firewood EARLY S CARPET, INC. Rl-21 1.1 mile west of Post Office Amissvillc, Va. 703-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 Chimney Sweeping Relining llbjfiuhlontb ftabiir Fully Insured Bruce Vierling 703-675-3508 Venture Capital Sources, seed money, expansion funding, etc. 1-800-313-9484 56 Services Personal Are you planning your Wedding in Gatlmburg? Let our experienced staff help you with your plans. We provide Photographs, Flowers, Videos. Lodging. Calf Memories 1800-242-7115. 63 Rentals House Cottage, uaa of swimming pool, stabling available. No pets. References required, $425/month 364-1841 63 Rentals _House_ Rappahannock Co. 13 miles from Culpeper. 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, 2 fireplaces, finished basement, appliances. 2 acres with 16x24 workshop and small barn. $700/ negotiable. References. 703-534-9390. Rappahannock County, near Washington, 2 bedroom 1 bath secluded house in the country. Oil heat, washer, dryer and fenced yard. No pets. $600/ month, plus deposit. Call 703-937-5147. Spacious 2 bedroom. 2 bath condo. Located in prestigous Penderbrook area of Fairfax. Golf, swimming and Clubhouse. Full-size washer and dryer. Excellent location, close to schools and shopping. $875/ lease/ purchase possible. 703352-4748. Sperryville, rugged, down-at-heels small old house, lovely sight, $325 plus or work exchange with ecology-minded Jack-of-all trades. C.T. Box 41, Woodville, VA 22749. Two bedroom, 1 bath in small village. References plus security deposit. $390 per month. 703987-8347 after 7pm. Two bedroom, 1-1/2 bath Carriage Flouse, washer, dryer, dishwasher, central heat and air. $550/ per month plus security deposit. 703-9878617. 68 Rentals Wanted Wanted: Garage space (or one car In Washington, Sperryville area. For storage, not everyday access or work. Please call 675-1932. 71 Real Estate For Sale NORTH IDAHO All the lun-none of the hassle. In Sandpolnt, Idaho, you can live life the way it should be. From Cabins to Castles, From the Lake to the Ski Hill we have it all! FREE BROCHURES. Panhandle Realty 800-545-4840 10 minutes Chesapeake Bay. Waterfront Bargain, 3+ acres, $19,000. low precnstruction prices on large waterfront acreage with gorgeous views. Boat, fish, swim out your front door! Utilities, survey, soils test, more. Easy terms. Taking reservations. Call now 1800-775-4563, ext. 3169. We Buy Mortgages and Trust Deeds. Did you sell property? Receiving payments? Why wait! Fast. Cash Now! Any size - Nationwide. Great Prices. Call 1-800-659-CASH. 72 Real Estate/ Owner Rappahannock County. Washington, Va. 2 miles south, off 211. 44 Of 25 acres, mountain or meadow sites, lakes, new wells, excellent roads. Mountains surround. $240,000. $250,000. Terms. R.O. Brdges, 703-987-8781, owner/ broker. Real Estate Lots/Acreage Mountain Paradise 40 acres • $54,935. Beautiful wooded property with stream and pond site near Romey, wV , or will sell 20 acres for $29,700. 80% financing available from local bank. Call Owner 703-662-9216. Legal Notice* NOTICE OF TAKING PROOF OF DEBTS AND DEMANDS IN RE: ESTATE OF MARIE TAR- J PEY, DECEASED ' At the request of Douglas K. Baumgardner, Executor of the Estate of Marie Tarpey. deceased, and pursuant to Section 64.1171 of the Code of Virginia, I have fixed the 13th day of February, 1995 at 10:00 a.m. as the time, and my office in Washington. Virginia, as the place, for receiving debts and demands against the said decedent or her estate. The first account of the Executor is now before me for settlement. Sharori G. Luke Commissioner of Accounts #50616 84 Automobiles For Sale: 1977 F-100 Ford Pick up. 6 cylinder, manual 3 speed transmission. Runs good $700. 703-347-9059. Donate Vehichles - RVs Boats - to Jewish Heritage for the Blind. Tax Deductible. Free Towing. Need not run. 1800-2-DON AT El 1-800236-6283. 1984 GMC 1 ton 12’ dump bed, 4 wheel dr., A/C, 454 eng., Good body. $6200 703-754-4233 1986 Pontiac Fiero SE. 6 cylinder, auto trans. air conhd. full power, many extras. Runs well $2500 1985 Ford Mustang LX hatchback, 4 cylinder, 4 speed, air, power steering and power brakes. New tires $1000 or best offer. CAII 3474997 after 6pm 88 Parts It Accessories SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts lor cars and trucks Some new parts Motors, Sansmissions and parts installed (if purchased here). Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. We Buy and Sell running cars and trucks. Open 7 days, Mon-Sat 8-6 Sunday 9-5 Located Rt 229, 3 miles past '.utpeper H.gn Sc nod 825-2571 89 Recreational Vehicles 1982 Jeep CJ. Hard top, 5 speed. 4 cycle, GM 151 (motor needs work) $2,700. Call after 5:00pm, 703-825-2669. Job update 90 Employment Services Assemble Arts, Crafts ind toys in your spare ime. Also serving typing ind computer work. 5 re at pay. No fee call 800-632-8007 )rivers Inexperienced. :ree training at our own schools guaranteed emiloyment. Experienced: iver 1.000 premium con'entionals now arriving. 4ore home time and lots if dedicated. Owner Opirators: expanding divisions. Call and compare. Juilders Transport 1-800'62-1819, Ext. L-12. )rivers- New *30,000 areer. Over 20 carriers lire our grads! Tractor Vailer Training 3 weeks ir 8 weekends near Richnond. Job placement/ filandng. Shippers' Choice! 1-800-646-2374 >ostal Jobs Stan 112.08/hr. plus benefits. ■or exam and application ifo. call 219-794-0010 ixt. VAl60 9am to 11pm ' days 91 Help Wanted )rivar/ Owner Opera* ora- Accelerate your pay with Burlington! Paid li:ense/ permits, fuel taxis, tolls, benefits... and he respect that shows it •ays to drive with the lest. Burlington Motor Carriers: 1-800-JOIN1MC. EOE. $ AVON $ Sales all areas^. 1-800-662-2292 A-1 opportunity Avon - sell quality products. Repeat customers - homesworkplaces. Flexible hours - supplement income. Potential $200$1000+ monthly. Age 18+. Independent Sales Representative. 1-800962-4998 Architectural • Millwork NOW TAKING ° Applications for • P-Lam Cabinet Makers & > Millworkers w/ 3 yrs. experience.'" Call: 703-635-7805 " Attention driver teams $15,OCX) in Bonus Paid monthly, quarterly & 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: 1-800-441-4394 Students and driving school grads, call 1-800338-6428. Copy Editor and Reporter needed for daily newspaper. Send clips, resume to Ginny Wray, Martinsville Bulletin, P.O. Box 3711, Martinsville, VA 24115 FINANCIAL SPECIAL ASSISTANT to Chairman/ CEO Washington area media company. Strong corporate and individual financial management experience. CMA or CPA, newspaper experience, and Northern Virginia resident preferred. Write VP/Personnel, 13873 Par|c Center Rd„ #301, Herndbn, Virginia 22071. IMPROVE YOUR FUTURE WITH THE COLUMBIA GAS SYSTEM COLUMBIA GAS TRANSMISSION CORPORATION HAS A CAREER OPPORTUNE TY AS A SAFETY/TRAINING ADMINIS TRATOR IN STRASBURG, VIRGINIA. The job involves guiding and monitoring the proper application of safety policies, practices and regulations within an Area. Conducts on site inspections, investigates and ana ly/es motor vehicle and occupational accid ents. Keeps up to date on new safety trends and technologies. Assess needs for techni cal training and coordinates appropriate pro grams. Position requires a working knowledge o( various Federal and State regulations in duding OSHA, 1910 and 1926 Standards, ANSI Standards, DOT Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Workers Compensation laws and various EPA (SARA) PUCO and ODRN regulations. Bachelors level degree in relat ed discipline. Starting salary in low $40$ with excellent fringe benefits. If qualified, send resume by February 10. 1995 to: Human Resources Administrator 34646 Old Valley Pike Straaburg, VA 22657 •AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER- (M/F.HV)

Job update — _*mw—k canto* Dairy farm seeking reliable and experienced Person for full-time work. Nolandia Farms Catlett, Va (703) 788-4883 (Please leave msg.) 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 Is gening a better job your 1995 resolution? And travel, freedom and independence your idea ol a bener job? And how's the likelihood you'll average over $2,000 per month your first year sound? 1995 could be your year to begin a whole new career. Talk with us at J.B. Hunt, one of America's largest and most successful trucking companies. We'll help keep your resolution by assisting you in getting the training you need to become a professional over the road driver. With J.B. Hunt you’ll get the pay, the respect, and the prestige that comes with driving a big rig. Haven't you ever wondered? Check us out. To find out how you can get a better job in call: 1-8002JB-HUNT. Experienced driver applications are expedited by calling: 1800-368-8538 EOE. Subject to drug screen. Financial Special Assistant to Chairman/ CEO Washington area media company. Strong corporate and individual financial management experience. CMA or CPA, newspaper expenence, and Northern Virginia resident preferred. Write VP/ Personnel, 13873 Park Center Road, #301, Herndon, Virginia 22071. Four & Twenty * Black Birds Restuarant Located in Flint Hill seeks full-time Dessert Person (experienced or will train) and a part-time Dishwasher (high school student). Apply in person or call: (703)675-1111 National pet identification firm pays you up to $27.00 each to process 40 registrations a week for us part time. Call 508823-4009. Member BBB Care NURSERY/ KINDERGARTEN AIDE Spring Mountain School’s Waldorf combined Nursery and Kindergarten has an opening beginning in Feburary for an organized, responsible, caring and energetic aide. Must have experience working with children. Classroom credentials preferred; Waldorf experience a plus. Mon.-Wed, 8:30a.m.-1:00p.m., $90 per week. Send resume to. Spring Mountain School, P.O. Box ■ 400, Washington, VA 22747. OPENING at the Country Cafe For short order cook, pleasant working condition, good pay for right person, weekends a must. Apply within. Main Street Washington, VA Owner Operators. We are expanding our Southeast Regional operations. We, otter a percentage contract that guarantees 80 cents loaded and empty. Home weekends; no touch, we pay permit cost. Call us 1-800-8211880 Parts counter person wanted for Import Auto Parts store located in Warrenton. Apply in person at Montgomery Auto Parts Inc. (703) 347-3485 Seamstress/ TailorRapidly growing custom sewing business in Warrenton is looking tor dependable person with top quality skills. Must have training or experience in traditional tailoring or dressmaking. Work at home or in our shop. 703/347-5913. SECRETARY I #593-01 Full-time position in Warrenton. Skilled secretary, receptionist, good typing and word processing. Handle confidential data. Hiring range: $6.20-$6.97/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 2/3/95, to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. SENIOR ADVOCATE #592-01 Part-time position (approx. 22.5 hrs/wk). Office located in Culpeper. Will provide case management & support to the elderly in Orange & Madison counties. Develop services & coordinate with community agencies. Perform outreach to identify potential clients. Exper. working w/elderly. BA degree in social work or related field or equivalent work exp. Counseling & communication skills. Hiring range: $9.91$11.14/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 2/3/95, to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St.. Culpeper, VA 22701. 703/825-3100. EEO/AA. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Service Technician needed to service commercial food equipment in the Richmond and Lynchburg areas. Experience with gas, electrical and refrigeration required. Full benefits, 1800-899-5949 Earn $7>$9 Per Hour... cleaning homes with the USA's #1 home cleaning service. No nights, weekends, or ;■ holidays. Weekly paychecks. ;; Car needed. Mileage paid. Call: 703-347-7400/Warrenton 703-830-3636/Manassas „ merry maids . 100 Franklin St., Warrenton, VA 7210-E Gary Rd„ Manassas, VA REPORTER Wanted for suburban weekly in fast-growing dynamic Northern Virginia county. Send clips, cover letter and resume to: Editor Loudoun Times-Mirror PO Box 359 Leesburg, Virginia 22075 Or fax to 703-771-0036 tv We’re your line to... trucks and bikes and cars and cows and Homes and mowers and putters and plows >and sellers and tents kittens and cots and boats and woodstoves and loans and lots and jobs and condos and meetings and buyers and skis and printers A and ML horses and dryers m . and rugs and auctions and diamonds and dogs and announcements and agents and hardware and hogs and services and seedlings and cameras and crafts RVs and property and radios and rafts and auto parts and oil and * machinery and motors L and campers and childcare and rentals and rotors &appal)annockJtetojei Classifieds 1-800-852-4797 Obituaries R. E. Donaldson Rebecca F. Sutphin Donaldson, 9a, ol Rocks ille, Md., formerly of Front Royal, died Monday, Jan. 9 at her home. Mrs. Donaldson was born Nov. 19, 1901. in Flint Hill, daughter of William and Josephine Deavers Sutphin. She was a member of Primitive Baptist Church. Her husband was Andrew I eroy Donaldson. Two daughters. Dorothy L. Stone and Mary A. Cooper are deceased. Surviving are a daughter, Fli/abeth Forrester of Front Royal; three sons, John Donaldson of Dickerson, Md.. Andre'Xv Lerov Donaldson Jr. of Freemont. Calif, and Frank Donaldson of Rockville, Md.; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held I hursday, Jan. 12. at Maddox Funeral Home with F.lder Phillip Johnson officiating. Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Charles Sutphin. Robert Sutphin. Jonas Sutphin. John Hickman, Pat Hickman and Brandies Donaldson. Memorial contributions mas be made to Montgomery Hospice Society. Twelve Oaks Office Park. 1450 Research Bisd.. Suite 310. Rocks ille. Md. 20850. Dandy Mills Mrs. Dandy Blackwell Mills, 89. of Rixeyville died on Tuesday, Jan. 17 at Fauquier I lospital. She was born in Virginia on April 18,1905. She was a retired tanner and a member oj' Forest Grove Baptist Church. Her parents was the late Henry Samuel and Lucy Barron Blackwell. Her husband was the late William Roy Mills. Survivors include one devoted niece, Mida (Kitty) Cannon of Castleton; one sister. Annie Putnam ot Arlington; two brothers-in-law. Harry Lewis Mills of Rixeyville and Fdward F.stes of Castleton; one sisterin-law, Rachel Mills of Warrenton and a number of nieces and nephews.. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Jan. 2 1 at Forest Grove Baptist t Lurch in View town with the Rev. Sidney Rodrigue/ and the Rev. A.C, Walker officiating. Interment was in Forest Grove fr=^ Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Vernon Jenkins. Franklin Woodward. William Print/, James f ranklin Bailey, Billy Wise and Eddie Hackles. Clore Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Lucy Martin Mrs. I ucy Mae Marti/i. 57 of W oodviile died on Wednesday. Jan. 18 at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville. Mrs. Maptin was born Nov. 15.' 1937. in Woodville to the late Robert Ray Jenkins and Ollie Rebecca Jenkins, She was an active member of I hornton's Gap Regular Baptist Church where she had many beloved friends. She is survived by her husband of 34 years. Kdvvin M. Martin; one daughter. Barbara M. Sisk of Sperry vilie; one sister, Rebecca A. ■ W harton ot Culpeper; one brother. Herman B. Jenkins of Woodville and a sister-like friend. Sandra Cole. ■Mrs. Martin was preceded in death by her sister. Audrev V. Jenkins. funeral services were held at l hornton's Gap Regular Baptist Church on Saturday. Jan. 21 with the Rev. Kirby Shenk officiating. Interment followed in Sperrvvilie Cemetery. Pallbearers were James Richard Jenkins. Melvin Atkins, Alan Cole. Robert I . Jenkins, Dennis Ralls and Jeffrey Martin. Honorary pallbearers were Briyn Martin. Mike Velkin and Wavne Jenkins. Memorial contributions inav be made to 1 horton's Gap Regular Baptist Church. P.Q Box’ 32. Sperry vilie. Va. 22740, Charles Payne Charles F.dward Payne. 68. of' Warrenton died Jan. 20 at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. Mr. Payne was horn. Jan. 16, 1027. in Washington, a son of Mrs. Rosa Pay ne of Sperry ville and the late 1 uther Pay ne. Mr. Pa>ne worked for the Home Beneficial Life Insurance Company lor 25 years before joining the Alexandria Sanitation Authority from which he retired. Mr Payne served in the ILS. Army during World War II being honorably discharged with the rank of Technician Fifth Grade. Survivors in addition to his moth The Final Tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME "'Die Howe of Thoughtful Service" 825-2361 •1-800-924-1266 CEMH I ERY MEMORIAI .$ Geest Funeral * Home, Inc. 405 Sperryville Pike Culpeper, Virginia 703-825-0395 Wayne English & John Noon Western, Funeral Directors ^ Christopher C. Geest, Consultant BASEMENT NIGHTMARE! During the rainy season many homeowners experience the discomfort and hassle of a damp or wet basement. You get mold, mildew and in some extreme cases, water seepage into your basement. Unfortunately, the odor and dampness are only a minor part of your problem. The large damage is taking place inside and behind your walls and under your floor. Damage to the foundation of your home caused by water in your walls and hydrostatic pressure. In today’s economy, with declining properly values, the last thing you should allow is the unnecessary deterioration of your home's foundation and the avoidable loss of your equity. For years, the experts at Allstate Waterproofing have been repairing basement water problems throughout Fauquier County and surrounding area. All state is a full service company capable of any type of foundation repair. Our personnel are recognized experts in the field. If you are suffering with a damp or wet basement and would like a FREE Inspection and estimate, call your local company. ALLSTATE AMERICAN WATERPROOFING, today in Fauquier County, 703-341-4191 or 1-800-426-7783. FOR A 25% DISCOUNT ON ALL WORK COMPLETED BY FEBRUARY 3,1995, CALL TODAY. » Jound and Sons is conveniently located in the foothills of the glue nidge mountains. ■ ■ We are pleased to be serving the Rappahannock area. 'm er include his wife, Barbara B. Payne of Warrenton; three brothers, William Payne of Amissville. Franklin Payne of Culpeper and Reid Payne of Flint Hill .aid three sisters, Mabel Settle of Front Ro\al. Dorothy Clater of Sperr\\ille and Linda Buchanan of Culpeper. Graveside services were held on Sunda>. fan. 22 at Sperryyille Cemetery with the Rev. Merlin Shorb officiating. Memorial contributions ma\ be made to the American Cancer Society of Northern Virginia. 124 Park St.. SF, Vienna. Va. 22180. W.T. Winkler William Thomas Winkler, 74, died on Jan. 22 in Boston. He was born Sept. 4, 1920, in Hewlett, to the late Walter Thomas and Fima Cornelia Fdminston Winkler. Mr. Winkler worked at the ship>ard in Wilmington, N.C. and worked tor the Rochester Rope Corporation for •! 9 years. I le was a member of Six. Lebanon Baptist Church Mr. Winkler loved farming and devoted his time to operating his own farm. He is surviving by his wife of 37 .'cars, Hilda Brown Winkler; one daughter. Hilda Kathryn Winkler Higginbotham of Orange; fourbrothers. W infred Winkler and Conway Winkler, both of Charlottesville, Phillip Winkler of Locust Grove and Charles W inkler of Meritt Island. Fla. and one sister. Nell Sprouse of Sun City. Fla. Additional survivors include two grandchildren. Robert Kent Higginbotham and Fli/abeth Carlvle Higginbotham. Mr. Winkler was preceded in death by one son, Thomas Carly le Winkler; one brother, Frank W inkler and one sister. Daisy Gadow. Funeral services will be held at 2 p m. on Wednesday . Jan. 25 at Found <£ Sons Chapel with Rev. Tom Wiles officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Salem Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 47, Boston, Va. 22713-0047 and or Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church. Rt. 522, Boston, Va 22713. Pallbearers named are W.C. Winkler. Steve Winkler, Keith Winkler. Wayne Gadow, Jay Higginbotham. W illiam Ward, Randy Brown and James Kilby. Ruth Rankins Ruth Andes Rankins of Sperry ville died Jan. Id. She was born on July 4, 1908, daughter of the late Nettie Andes and I larrison Gatewood. .Survivors include a daughter, Nettie Glasker; one son-in-law, I homas II. Glasker; two sons, Jessie l r>e and James Rankins. Also surviving are two sisters, Roberta Williams and Hannah 1 homas; two brothers, James Gatewood and Otha Gatewood; seven grandsons, five granddaughters; four great-granddaughters; five greatgrandsons; two great-great-grandsons; one aunt, Mrs. Bell Williams and a host of nieces and nephews. One son Jack Rankins preceded her in death?” She was married to the late Ralph Rankins who preceded her in death man\ \ ears ago. She was a member of the I lopewell Baptist Church and a homemaker. funeral services were held on Monday, Jan. 23 at the Hopewell Baptist Church. W.C. Thompson funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Fred Ausberry, Sr. Fred Dixon Ausberry, Sr., 49, of Flint Mill died Monday.Jan. 23 at his home. A funeral service will be held at the Tumer-Robertshaw Funeral Home at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26 with the Rev. Decker I apscott officiating. Interment will be in the Macedonia Cemetery in Flint Mill. Mr. Ausberry was born in Front Royal, the son of the late Robert Turner and Lucy Jordan Ausberry. Surviving are his wife, Virginia Elizabeth Ausberry of Flint Mill; three sons, Fred Dixdn Ausberry, Jr. of Flint Mill, Gerald Tee Ausberry and Matthew Ray Ausberry, both at home; two brothers, James Ausberry and John Ausberry , both of Manassas; two sisters, Elizabeth Emma Ausberry ^ of Washington, D.C. and Lucy Ausberry of Manassas. Active pallbearers are John Proper, Nils Aylor, Maywood Turner, Russell Aylor, Pete Lucas, Robert Renzie, Ralph Letts and Bob Hester. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday one hour before funeral service. ,

Sam Snead Earns CRS Designation Award Sam Snead, a Rappahannock Realtor, has been awarded the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation by the Residential Sales Council of the Realtors National Marketing Institute, an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors. The total number of CRS Designees in the I'nited States is over 27,000. Those receiving the CRS Designation must complete the required course offered by the Residential Sales Council and must demonstrate specific expertise in applied residential real estate marketing. Less than three percent of all Realtors hold this designation. Sam Snead is a Broker with Sam Snead Realty, Inc. at 437-A South Royal Avenue, Front Royal. He is a member of the Blue Ridge Association of Realtors and The (Treater Piedmont Association. The Residential Sales Council of the Realtors National Marketing Institute is dedicated to the profes Sam Snead sionalism of the residential sales asso:iate. It offer education, products and services to assist in the professional :areer growth of sales associates. Viewtown Area News Gene M. Dodson celebrated his birthday on Jan. 14. Joan Reid celebrated her special day on Jan. 16. Mrs. Silas JollitTee is recuperating nicely from a short illness. Mr. Ralph BeCrat't was a Wednesday guest of Mrs. I i/a Settle. By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 Praxer is extended to Mr. Iv\ Jacobs who is a patient at Kauquier Hospital in Warrenton. Dial Direct Classified Advertising 1-800-852-4797 usiness &! mDirecto 703-675-3338 Only $3.95 per week for a 1 inch space BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us I or All Your Buildine Supply Needs 703/825-0937 1418 Orange KH. , CuIjm^ht Brand/ Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7 30-6:00 Sat 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday L J CLEANING MAID SERVICE ResidentialCommercial Reasonable Prices Free Estimates 703-937-4247 or 703-937-6576 KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 703-987-3145 T.Q TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION, LLC. Custom Homebuilder Class A License 703-987-8043 HARMONY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION New Homes • Additions Remodeling & Renovations VA Class A Cnntractoi 703-987-9207 Richard N. Brown PATRIOT MASONRY & CONSTRUCTION Stone Brick Va Class A Lie. . & Insured 703-675-3065 I RUSH RIVER CONSTRUCTION Specializing in Creative Problem Solving Henr^R. Gorfein Design/Build Licensed 703-675-3515 DENTIST W.N. Mayberry DDS Family Dentist Washington Office 703/675-3530 7 h u rsdays <jf Sa l u rdays fry Afrftoinlmenl G RiverRidge Excavation Roada&Drivewiyi Lakes & Ponds Riding Ringi & Bushhog Wr/pnia Ctam "A"Ucmm John Diley Owner 937-3619 Leslie Rinker Manager 675-1386 ELECTRICAL PULLEN'S ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING Class A Certified New & Old Work Pumps & Watertieaters In-Stock Installation iree I'stimates on Nrw Work 703-675-3249 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SERVICE Available at CULPEPER FARMERS CO-OP, INC. Brandy Road Culpeper. VA 703/825-2200 TV SALES & GREYSTONE TV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCAVideo Products Channel Master Antennas, G! & RCA Satellite Systems. Whirlpool Appliances 310 North Mam Street Madison 703-948-2200 WOODSTOVES WOODSTOVES The largest selection in VA. Sierra. Jotul, Waterford. Hearthstone & Pellet Stoves ACME STOVE CO. 1329 E. High Straot CHARLOTTESVILLE 804/971-6777 EARLY'S CARPET, INC The one-Stop Shop for Complete Home Decorating Service • (703) 937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 WE SPECIALIZE IN: 1. Floor Coverings Carpet Vinyls Tile - Hardwood 2 Window Treatments Drapes Valances - louvers - Blinds (Made m our Workroom) 3. Slpcovers and Re-Upholstery 4. Area Rugs Remnants 5 Orientals _ Hwy. 211 Amlssvllle, VA, one mile from Post Office _ Residential Commercial Free Estimates & Delivery-Shop At Home Service &appafjannocfe j0elos NEXT DEADLINE February 21 PIEDMONT PRESS & GRAPHICS Graphics Design & Fill Color • Full Service Printing & Binding • Brochures, Business Forms, Books, etc. Delivery to your home or business Orders taken at &appafjannock Jletos 703/675-3338 REAL ESTATE DIRECTOR Y Real Estate Transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week. Irma L. Hensley to Steven Lee Hensley, one percent undivided interest in 534.4793 acres, Jackson District. Deed of Gift. Rosie Wharton and others to Gregory Ludlow and wife, 30.5852 acres. Stonewall District. SI22.340.80 Richard R. DeBergh and wife to James V. DeBergh, Jr. and wife, 100.5356 acres, Hampton District. $270,400. Dorothy Weaver and others to James Gregory Merritt and wife, 8.3187 acres. Stonewall District. $90,000. Bertie D. Hackley and others to Doris Hackley Sealock, 16.39 acres.20Jackson District. Deed of Gift. Doris Hackley Sealock and others to Todd W. Sealock. 7.7144 acres. Jackson District. Deed of Gift. Doris Hackley Sealock and others to Rodney Sealock, 6 acres, Jackson District. Deed of Gift. I.ouise Wills to John J. DeMarr and wife, Greenwich, lot 4, section one. $27,000. 1 Shenandoah National Park borders this 16.40 acre tract on quiet country road. Improved by 2 story frame dwelling and barn. Large kitchen/dining room/living room combo. $139,500. 7.93 acres of rolling woods surround this 2 story Contemporary Victorian. House affords 3 bedrooms. l'A baths. French doors open to decks in almost every room. Frontage on the Covington River. $169,500. Large Village home. 12 rooms. Lots of options: Shop, office, apartment. Excellent investment. $125,000. EILEEN M. DAY, REALTORS 0. The Clopton House Box 126 Washington, Virginia 22747 675-3567 675-3887 937-3185 Make Friends With Nature... ...surrounded by mountains and streams, enjoy the tranquility of a peaceful setting. Great starter or getaway home. Many rooms, porches and buildings. Call to see today! $79,000 Jane Meadows 800-523-8846 tt RAINBOW-V.I.P. ™ 211 Broadview Avenue, Wanrenton, VA ^ in _703-349-1400 « 1-800-523-8846 M jj|j SUNNYSIDE(C. 1745) • Near Washington, VA Rising to meet the Shenandoah National Park and looking southward down the Blue Ridge over the beautiful Foddcrsrack Valley, Sunnyside is one of Rappahannock County's most notable landmarks. The attractive main residence containing 9 primary rooms and 5 fireplaces enjoys a colorful history and exudes authentic early-American charm. Currently supporting a productive orchard as well as high yielding pasture and hayfields, the farm is being offered with either 365 acres @ Si ,495,000 or 425 acres @ $1,795,000. Including several tenant dwellings and a full complement of farm facilities. For more information, contact: FRANK ILvRDY. INC.. REALTORS FAR A AND ESTATE BROKERS 207 E. WASHINGTON STREET POST OFFICE BOX 1786 MIDDLEBURG. VIRGINIA 22117 TELEPHONE: (703) 687-3332 FAX: (703) 687-3336 Combo Real Estate Available In 14 Newspapers 675-3338 Sperryville Realty SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM James W. Leake, Broker 703-987-8088 /office 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. FRONTING SCENIC BYWAY RT. 231, 3.3 acre lot,jaond, mountain view. 4«JU,(JUTr Now $33,500 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 ixath home on 3 acres, conveniently located on Rt. 211 between Sperryville and Washington. $79,000. James W. Leake 987-8236 John Eubank Bud Corder 987-8146 675-3291 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 426-3500. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-543-8294. ANNE FURTICK HOME: 703-937-3029 OFFICE: 703-341-1080 1-800-341-1080 Come to Rappahannock County -Where development is NOT a way of LIFE! ONLY 5 homes can be built on this 122 acres which includes a lake, mountain views, wooded sites and pasture. Call for details on purchase options. THIS FOX CREEK “modern* log home on 3 levels is available with pond and 19 acres for $250,000. Magnificent mountain views year-round! YES, there are STII.L a few good buys left! This 2-leve home has large rooms, wood floors, covered carport on mail level, garage/workshop lower level, 3 BR, den, FR and mori plus horse barn for just $169,900! Acreages with view sites from 10 acres to 60 plus - I NEW LISTING!!! $195,000 buys this 3 bedroom log i home with full walk out basement for your expansion needs! Tucked away but close to everything with both mountain and lake views! Call me for details!! wooded and open - Call me far your needs or 'desires '!