Rappahannock News, September 18, 1996

48th Year, No.38 12 Pages Bure«i of circulation WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1996 _Washington, Virginia Phone 675-3338 50 Cents i Future Ballerinas Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Tiffany Wayland and Elizabeth Welch did stretching exercises in their ballet class taught by Karen Eriksson-Lee at Trinity Episcopal Church last Friday. Old Hollow Residents Fear Floods in Future River Cleanup Projects Planned By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer A special called meeting of the Board of Supervisors Tuesday afternoon provided an opportunity for several people with homes in Old Hollow to vent their frustration with clean up operation following the Sept. 6 floods. But first the supervisors had to find a place to hold the meeting. The courtroom still held General District Court. The basement of the clerk's office was rejected in favor of the conference room at the Extension Office. Thek primary purpose of the" meeting was to ratify the decision made by Chairman Hubert Gilkey to declare an emergency Thursday afternoon Sept. 5 at 2:45 with winds and heavy rains from Hurricane Fran forecasted to hit the county on Friday. County Administrator John McCarthy said declaring an emergency enabled the county to mobilize emergency response and enter into contracts. "I did declare an emergency to get everything rolling," Mr. Gilkey said. "We need to make everything legal." He had polled the other members of the board by telephone, but it was still necessary for the board to meet to approve the decision within 14 days, Mr. McCarthy said. That out of the way, the members agreed to listen to complaints from those in attendance. Several said conditions are ripe for further flooding with culverts blocked and stream banks washed away. In one part of Old Hollow the river has been diverted and runs through a yard. That property owner is especially frustrated with rules that limit what VDOT can do. Mr. McCarthy said the same situation followed the June 1995 floods in Harris Hollow. A program of the Natural Resources Conservation Service called Emergency Watershed Protection allows projects funded 75 percent by the federal government and 25 percent by the local government toclean up debris from the stream that presents "imminent hazards to life and property." It takes time to get such projects done, however, Mr. McCarthy explained, and each one must be approved by the Army Corps of Engineers. One of the projects approved following the June 1995 flood was only completed in March, he said. He added that the county is already in the process of identifying projects in Old Hollow and the Feola Mills and Nethers Mills areas for work following the latest flooding, and he said that work done in Harris Hollow kept flooding this time from being as bad as it might have been. He noted that it is not possible under this program to go along a stream dredging out the entire thing. But is possible to get trees and gravel beds deposited by the storm cleaned* out. The county will have to get permission from each landowner for the work, he said. Private individuals can also apply to do work on their own, he added, and handed people cards from the Army Corps of Engineers with the number to call. I Any time a piece of mechanized See Flood, Page A-6 Harris Hollow Search Ends With Successful Rescue Several Wrecks Reported By CINDY MAHAN ^ Rappahannock News Staff Writer A search and rescue ipission in Harris Hollow Sunday afternoon had a happy ending. John Sawhill, who lives at Poplar Ridge in Harris Hollow, had gone out for a one hour walk at 11 a.m. When he did not return after several hours, his wife informed the Sheriffs Office at 3:34 p.m. and a rescue team was organized immediately. Mr. Sawhill is a diabetic, and Major Rick Mac Welch said that Mrs. Sawhill was worried about her husband, afraid that he might be in a diabetic coma out in the woods. The searchers included Major MacWelch, Capt. Jeff Brown, and Deputies Ray Jackson and Wayne Dodson of the Sheriffs Office, who worked alongside volunteers from fire and rescue companies 1, 2, 3 and 4, two search dogs from the State Police, a bloodhound from the Loudoun County Sheriffs Office, and Virginia Search and Rescue. A state police helicopter was in the vicinity if needed Major Mac Welch said that the searchers were afraid that Mr. Sawhill had wandered off the trail and would be hard to spot. "My biggest fear was a cold night and he was not dressed for that kind of weather," he said. The area searched was heavily wooded, with eight trails ranging from 1/4 mile to three miles long. Each trail was searched, then a grid search commenced, and ended with a line search where the rescuers work through the woods in a wide line. Deputy Wayne Dodson was the first to spot Mr. Sawhill, who was. found off the trail at —5:52 p.mr«^«-heavyv-dense area, disoriented and calling for help, said Major MacWelch. The disorientation was due to complications from diabetes. Though the rescuers and search dogs were equipped to stay out all night, "my biggest fear was nightfall," said Major MacWelch. "We were lucky we found him,” he added. Mr. Sawhill is the president and CEO of the Nature Conservancy, and presented a program at the Rappahannock Library last Friday night about protecting tropical rainforests and coral reefs. ^ / £iv The Sheriffs Office and State Police have had other challenges in the county during the past week. Janice Cooke, 44, of Castleton, was arrested on Sept. 10 for assault on her husband, Randolph Cooke, who complained that she had struck him in the eye. He had just had cataract surgery in that same eye. Juvenile petitions are pending for four boys who allegedly vandalized a house belonging to Millie Procopio on Hunters Lane in Chester Gap. Ms. Procopio complained that the boys were throwing around a football in her yard last Sunday and were asked to leave. They told her ”S—- you," and scratched the same words in the side of her house, according to Major Mac Welch. At about 5:40 a.m. last Wednesday, Louis Sullivan, 37, of Luray, ran off the right side of the road on U.S. 211,. 1 mile west of Route 667; in Sperry ville. His 1968 JeepWagoneer struck a guardrail and a* tree. Mr. Sullivan had minor injuries See Wrecks, Page A-6 '_ ■ < Old Rag Bulletins \ . Wolf's Rep To Visit Karen Bowling Foster from Congressman Frank Wolfs office will be at the Rappahannock County Extension office from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., next Wednesday, Sept. 25. Route 630 Meeting VDOT will meet citizens interested in proposals for Route 630 at the parking lot of Wakefield Country Day School beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 24. The meeting will be held rain or shine. At a meeting in June most citizens oposed VDOT plans for the road. Government At A Glance • Water and Sewer Authority, 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 23, Courthouse, public hearing on Sperryville rate increase. • Town Planning Commission, 7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 23, Town Hall. • Library Board, 10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 26, Library. • Board of Zoning Appeals, 7:30 p.m., • Thursday, Sept. 26, Courthouse. -v 6 03700 ■Uppaiunouck New* P O Bo* 59 Washington. V*. 22747 <540) 675-3338 (540) 675-308* (fa*) Rate Increase Fuels Research By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer Trying to prepare for next Monday's public hearing on sewer rate increases for Sperryville, Eugene Leggett, chairman of the Water and Sewer Authority will try to collect information on how other sewer systems handle increasing costs for personnel and mandates for improving their discharge. Mr. Leggett asked John Orr, an engineer advising the authority on constructing a surge tank how to get such information at last Thursday's meeting. "There must be similar type sewer systems," he said. "We need to find out their costs and what they charge....Rates are an issue, and its going to be a big issue in 10 days." Mr. Orr said almost all sewer systems are larger than Sperryville and almost all also have water systems. Carson Johnson said Gordonsville has a system like Sperryville's that was put in immediately after the one in Sperryville. Mr. Orr said that system is operated by the Rapidan Service Authority, and that would be a good contact since they operate other systems. He suggested Mr. Leggett also contact the Small Flow Clearing House at West Virginia University, he said they specialize in small systems and how they set rates. Mr. Johnson said the Water and Sewer Authority Association might also have information. Mr. Leggett said it would also be important to know what the life of the parts of the system are so the authority would know what major capital expenses may be coming up soon. "The problem we’ve got has to be a problem every small community has....We're trying to make it pay as it goes," Mr. Leggett said. "To do that we've got to make another increase. State regulations are increasing costs in the technical area and in the personnel area, and we have the same number of subscribers. It's impossible, and there are no more grants." Mr. Orr said, "It’s a microcosm of what's going on in the national area. One branch of government is calling for more and more expenses on the same group of people." He said now the authority is facing new requirements on ammonia and next there will be requirements on heavy metals "and you just have the people hooked to it to pay for it." He said such requirements are more of a problem with drinking See WSA, Page A-6 Martha Ball Fletcher 1888-1996 i Martha Ball Buckner Fletcher died Thursday, Sept. 12, at her home Thornton Hill outside Sperryville. She was 107. Mattie Ball to her friends and "Mother Ball" to many in the younger generation, she was the oldest descendent of Mary Washington, mother of the first president. Her great-grandfather married Martha Dandridge, a granddaughter of Charles Washington, brother of George Washington. Another of her Virginia ancestors, William Buckner, brought the first printing press to this country. She was a lifelong resident of Rappahannock County and member of Trinity Episcopal Church. She was also a renowned cook and gardener. Mrs. Fletcher was the widow of William Meade Fletcher, a prominent Virginia attorney and pioneer legal scholar in corporate law and author of Fletcher on Corporations. She lived at Thornton Hill from her marriage at the age of 27 until she was 85 years old when she moved to Peyton Place, which had been the county's first jail and jailer's house in the Town of Washington. She lived there for 20 years before returning to Thornton Hill following a fall. Thornton Hill was originally the home of Jane Washington, daughter of George Washington's oldest brother Lawrence, and one of the few places George Washington actually slept. Mrs. Fletcher was featured in The New York Times, Gourmet See Fletcher, Page A-6 Rappahannock News File Photo Matie Ball Fletcher enjoyed wisteria growing in her garden in a photo taken in April, 1991. \

District Court Docket The following cases were heard in the general district court on Tuesday, Sept. 10 and were not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: James William Knight Jr., 74/55, ; $57/39, radar detector, $30/2. Kristina Caron Larsen, seat belt ' violation, $25. John Mason Lloyd, 67/55, $36/29. Mildred Lynn Lyons, reckless driving, 76/55, $100/29. David Stephen McCulloch, 70/55, $45/39. Jacqueline Miller, 70/55, $45/29. James M. Miller, reckless driving, 70/55, $100/29. Kristena Leigh Millington, 70/55, $45/29. James Walter Moore, 70/55, $45/29. Mary Alice Theresa Murphy, 72/55, $51/29. Janet Clark Nieto, 70/55, continued to Dec. 10. Alexander Thomas Novak, 74/55, $57/39. Hunter Thomas Nuttall, reckless driving, 78/55, continued to Dec. 10. Gregory E. Phillips, 72/55, $51/29. Anotai Rattanakul, 74/55, $57/29. Nancy Wood Reeve, 68/55, sent to driver's improvement class, continued to Dec. 10, $29 cost, seat belt violation, dismissed. Lila Sharik Rifaat, 73/55, $54/39. Kirsten Edith Rogers, 70/55, $45/29. Linda A. Schaffner, 69/55, $42/29, seat belt violation, $25. Lewis Frank Shotton, fail to change address, dismissed. Brenda Sue Sims, 74/55, $57/29. Valerie Jean Thompson, 72/55, $51/29. Linda Garletts Vacheresse, 74/55, sent to driver's improvement class, continued to Dec. 10, $25 cost. Stephen Douglas Versheure, 72/55, $51/25. Amy Jane Wilmerton, 70/55, $45/29. John J. Winters, 70/55, $45/29. Fario Zahiri, 73/55, $54/39, seat belt violation, $25. Shirley A. Beall, no inspection, $35/39. Timothy Wayne Brown, 72/55, $51/29. Eugenio A. Draschner, expired registration, $25/29. Ronald H. Pumphrey, 70/55, $45/29. James Lee Boggess Jr., possess marijuana, continued one year, $200 cost, operator's licenses suspended six months. Kimberly Sue Jenkins,, destroy/deface property, restitution of $117/59, 90 days jail suspended, 40 hours of community service. George Edward Woodward III, destroy/deface property, restitution $117/59, 90 days jail suspended, 40 hours community service. • The following cases were heard in the General District Court on Tuesday, Sept. 17: John Wayne Childrey Jr., no county sticker, $25/29. Bonnie Sue Baldwin, unauthorized use/county sticker, no county sticker, dismissed. _ Thomas William McFarland, driving under influence/second in five years, drive suspended/revoked, continued to Oct. 15. George Harold Grist, fail to appear/capias, drive as habitual offender, continued to Oct. 15. Andrew James Arnold, 81/55, reduced to 75/55, $59/29. Joseph Carbone III, 54/35, continued to Oct. 15. Russell Lecester Forren m, 47/25, $66/29. David Kimbrough Harris, 70/55, $45/29. William Elton Johnson Jr., 61/45, $48/29. Dwayne Scott Miller, fail to maintain control, $50/39. Jaime Edward Newcamp, 44/25, $57/39. Jonathan B. Perkins, 59/45, $42/29. Charles Richard Thomas, 73/55, $54/29. Mark Kenneth Torgeson, 58/45, $39/29. ' John Russell Turner, trespass, two cases petit larceny, capias failed to appear 7/16/96, continued. Michael William Wharton Jr., assault and batter, continued to Oct. 15. Brian Gildas Fuller, improper driving, $25/29. Rahul Goel, 72/55, charge dismissed. Jeffery Brooks Ready, 74/55, cost $29, charge dismissed. Sandra Eileen Ross, 70/55, charge dismissed. Milton Allen Cason, 44/25, charge dismissed. Gary Lee Bright, drunk in public, $25/29; Jeffrey F. Curtis, fraud bad check $492.01, capias, continued to Oct. 1. Tanis Dawn Largent, trespass, dismissed. Patricia Lee Lawson, petit larceny, show cause, continued Oct. 8. Christopher M. Owens, four cases bad checks, $235 restitution, $236 cost, 24 months jail, 12 months suspended. Christopher James Rose, bad check $20, destroy property, continued to Nov. 5. Ernest Shifflett Jr., illegal dumping, $200/49. Morris Lefty Small, no valid contracting license, fail to appear, dismissed. John Russell Turner, trespass, continued. Council Considers Generator for Water By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock Newt Staff Writer At the September meeting of Town Council last Wednesday, Treasurer Louise van Dort suggested the Town of Washington consider purchasing a generator to prevent problems such as occurred Sept. 7, the day after the storm, when there was almost no water pressure in the system. Vice mayor Steve Critzer said hav,ing a generator is a "heck of a good jdea, but there are other things we need to do first." He suggested it might be possible to rent a generator on a temporary basis when power is lost. . Mr. Critzer said the problem . occurred when one phase of a three . phase line to the "Number 1" pump was /lost. Also the reservoir was only about -half full when that happened, he said, 'because a switch that controls differential pressure had failed. He said he received a call at 6 or 6:30 in the morning about the problem. There was power to the "Number 3" pump, that , was turned on and pressure was - restored by 11 a.m. Ms. van Dort said most of the rooms in the town's bed and breakfasts were rented, and the owners might have had to refund the customers' money when they weren't able to shower Saturday morning. Mr. Critzer said he would like to raise the level of the roof over the third pump to the level of the first one, and that wiring should be done so a generator could be plugged in with extension cords. He said the switch needs to be replaced as well and that there is a pos- * sibility of purchasing a used generator. He estimated the cost of a new generator to handle the water system at $10,000. The council approved having Mr. Critzer collect prices on the changes he feels are needed. Ms. van Dort said the water system was "making progress in collecting past due accounts, some with money and some with verbiage, but at least they're communicating with us." She said the pressure was also low in August when the fire department did "intensive training.” She suggested the fire department Attention gri BusinesrOwn§?l Paying too much for Workers' Compensation? Contact either Bill Miller or Tom Shapard at Palmer & Cay 1-800-520-1134 Representing WCAMC Agri Business Group Self Insurance Association (In Formation) [Yes! Please enter my new I subscription to Bappa()annocb^i®^^J Subscription rotes bp mail: Rappahannock. . .$19.00/yr. Elsewhere in the U.S.$24.00/yr. NAME__ ' __ ADDRESS_1_ CITY____STATE_ZIP_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, P.O. BOX 59, WASHINGTON, VA. 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) ia published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 21086 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communication, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $19.00 a year in Rappahannock; $24.00 elsewhere : in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. notify the town when they are going to make such a heavy use of water so the level in the reservoir could be monitored. "There should be a fail-safe monitoring system," she said. Mayor Stewart Willis said there was a further problem when a backhoe nearly cut the water line leading from the pump to the reservoir. He said that could have quickly drained the reservoir. Town attorney Frank Reynolds suggested the line be marked with signs indicating a burried line. Member Charlie Tompkins reported that the sewer committee had received eight responses to its request for proposals to plan for town sewer. They ranged in cost from $4,500 to $15,000. He said that the proposals would be passed among the committee members with a meeting scheduled Sept. 25 to select a firm to recommend to the council. Updike Wins Katie Updike of Washington captured the grand champion bull title at the 1996 State Fair of West Virginia Angus Show in Lewisburg, W.V. on Aug. 13. Her Skyway Hills Equator, the March 1995 son of Papa Equator 2928, first won junior champion bull to advance into the bull championship. Katie also won reserve intermediate champion heifer with Skyway Hills Bando Lass. The council approved his request for funds so members of the committee could attend a conference in Richmond on constructed wetlands. Mayor Willis said he had made a tour of the town and recommended the town purchase six more street lights. "We had a fear we were going to light up the world. It hasn't worked out that way,” he said. He suggested additional lights for the Fodder stack Road, Warren Avenue and Piedmont Avenue. Ms. van Dort noted the council had agreed to give the new street lights six months before making any changes. She said the council should at least wait until the October meeting before voting to add lights. Member Reinhardt Lynch suggested getting copies of the map showing where lights were to be installed out to members so they could use the maps in checking out the level of light. Mr. Tompkins asked where the town would get money for buying more lights. Ms. van Dort said, "The same place you get money." Mr. Tompkins said, "From the sewer reserve, no way." The Planning Commission will meet Sept. 23 to draw up a zoning amendment that will allow adaptive reuse of the old school for a senior center. A joint public hearing on the zoning amendment can be called for both the planners and council at the October Town Council meeting. ' Ms. van Dort said the planners should add to their agenda making the changes approved a year ago in the definitions for all the town's ordinances. REGISTER TO VOTE Registration Deadline for the Next Election is October 7,1996 at 5:00 pm Regular Office Hours: v Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4 p.m. 263-A Gay St. (Courthouse Complex) 540-675-3739 Additional Office Hours 9-5: for voter registration: Saturday, Oct. 5, 1996, and for absentee voting: Saturdays October 26 & Nov. 2. Other Registration Sites Friday September 27, 1996 11:00 a.m. - l :00 p.m. Rapp. Co. High School Monday September 30, 1996 4:30 p.m.. -6:30 p.m. Burke’s Store - Woodville Due to 911 address changes voter cards have been mailed to all registered voters of Rappahannock County. Check the voter card for precinct changes. You will be required to vote at the polling place stated on your card. Also check your card for the correct mailing address and the correct 911 address, which is your house number. If you are a registered voter of Rappahannock and did not receive a new voter card notify the Registrar's Office immediately. If you received a card with any information that is incorrect, complete the section on the back of the voter card with correct information and return it to the Registrar’s Office before October 7th. No changes can be made to any voter’s record after October 7, 1996. Virginia Voter Registration applications are available at the following locations: Sperryville Corner Store - Sperryville, Social Sen/ices - Washington, Hackley’s Store - Amissville, Mayhugh’s Grocery - Amissville, Laurel Mills Store - Castleton, Flint Hill Store - Flint Hill, Burke's Grocery - Woodville, Hillsdale Grocery - Washington, Williams Grocery - Chester Gap The Constitution of Virginia requires that you be registered in the precinct in which you live in order to be qualified to vote. Any qualified resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia may make application for voter registration at the above places and times. Persons already registered who need to change their resident address may do so by completing a voter registration application. All requests for reasonable accommodations due to disability should be made to the Registrar at the telephone number listed above with at least a 48-hour notice. Remember to vote Tuesday, Nov. 5,1996 Nancy Leake, General Registrar Polls open at 6:00 a.m. County of Rappahannock Closa at 7:00 p.m. 540-675-3739 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Mon. - Frl. United Way Kickoff Set On Oct. 8 the Piedmont United Way will kick-off its General Campaign with a Pacesetter Recognition Dinner to be held at the Aberdeen Bam in Culpeper starting at 5:30 p.m. United Way is pleased to announced that this year's keynote speaker will be George T. Dasher. Mr. Dasher is vice president of the Lockheed Martin Air Traffic Management Group, on assignment in Portsmouth, England, he is also the managing director of the development of a new air traffic control system for the British Civil Aviation Authority. The Dasher family has resided in Culpeper since 1976; they are active members of the Culpeper United Methodist Church and long time supporter of the United Way effort. In 1988 Mr. Dasher was chairman of the United Way Employee Charitable Campaign for IBM in Manassas, Virginia — a campaign that raised over $700,000. In 1990 he was the kick-off speaker for the Meckingburg County United Way campaign in South Hill, Va. Piedmont United Way’s first computer and computer shelf was George T. Dasher acquired through the efforts of Mr. Dasher. The community is cordially invited to join Piedmont United Way as it enters into its eighth campaign. Piedmont United Way covers Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties. Dinner is $16 per guest. Reservations should be made with the Piedmont United Way at 825-7615 by Oct. 4. County Emergency Log The following fire and rescue calls were routed through the dispatch center during this past week: Sept. 9: 8:30 p.m., unknown fire. Route 638, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD. Sept. 10: 1:55 p.m., auto accident, U.S. 211, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Sperryville VFD. Sept. 11: 5:50 a.m., auto accident, U.S.'*211, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS, Sperryville VFD and Washington VFD; 3:58 p.m., auto accident, Route 622, Washington. Sept. 12: 9:24 a.m., sickcall. Main Street, Washington, Washington. VFD and Flint Hill VFD. Sept. 14: 1:30 p.m., sickcall, Route 646, Amissville, Amissville VFD; 4:48 p.m., sickcall. Route 660, Chester Gap, Front Royal VFD; 8:44 p.m., auto accident, Route 729, Castleton, Castleton VFD; 9:58 p.m., sickcall, Route 621, Woodville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD. Sept. 15: 3:52 p.m., search and res- . cue, Route 624, Washington, Washington VFD. • The following calls came through the Rappahannock Sheriffs Office during this past week: Sept. 9: animal emergency, Route 628, Washington; stray dog, U.S. 211, Washington; stray livestock/horses, Route 630, Flint Hill; info, gen., Town of Washington; public service, Route 633, Washington; suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Washington; citizen request assist. Town of Washington; citizen request assist, U.S. 211, Amissville; citizen* request assist. Route 647, Flint Hill; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 622,, Washington; suspicious incident. Town of Washington. Sept. 10: suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Washington; simple assault. Route 729, Castleton; public service, U.S. 211, Washington; info, gen.. Town of Washington; info, gen., Route 622, Washington; public service. Route 626, Washington; animal control, U.S. 522, Woodville; info, gen., Route 643, Amissville; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; dog nuisance. Route 600, Sperryville; public service, Route 628, Flint Hill; reckless driving, Route 707, Nethers; public service, U.S. 211, Washington. Sept. 11: info, gen., U.S. 211, Washington; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; sexual abuse of a child, Route 626, Washington; lost/missing dog, Route 640, Viewtown; family fights, Route 610, Chester Gap; info, gen., Route 610, Chester Gap. Sept. 12: extra patrol/welfare check, U.S. 211, Washington; citizen request assist, U.S. 211, Sperryville; info, gen., Rappahannock County; stray dog, Route 637, Flint Hill; fraud/swindle, U.S. 211, Sperryville; driving under influence, U.S. 211, Sperryville; info, gen., Route 626, Scrabble; info, gen.. Route 674, Washington. Sept. 13: info, gen., Route 633, Washington; info, gen., Route 617, Castleton; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 630, Huntly; stray dog, Route 638,. Flint Hill; info, gen., Route 678, Amissville; citizen request assist. Route 626, Washington; info, gen., Route 633, Washington; suspicious incident. Route 617, Castleton; bad checks, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; stray dog, U.S. 211, Washington; citizen request assist, Route 622, Washington; info, gen., U.S. ,522, Woodville. Sept. 14: traffic accident. Route 628, Washington; stray dog, U.S. 211, Washington; misdemeanor theft. Route 618, Castleton; stray dog, Route 626, Washington; family fights. Route 610, Chester Gap; citizen request assist, Route 642, Amissville; lost/missing dog. Route 600, Sperryville; lost/missing dog. Route 620, Sperryville; reckless driving, U.S. 211, Amissville; public service. Route 667, Sperryville; driving under influence, Route 729, Castleton. Sept. 15: fire alarm, Route 633, Washington; citizen request assist, U.S. 211, Sperryville; citizen request assist, Route 636, Washington; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 610, Chester Gap; funeral escort, U.S. 522, Woodville; conservation/animals, Route 626, Washington; noise disturbance, U.S. 211, Sperryville; noise disturbance, U.S. 211, Sperryville; lost/missing dog, Route 610, Chester Gap; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 624, Washington; damage property/private, Route 610, Chester Gap; dog bite, U.S. 522, Huntly; suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Washington; info, gen., Route 640, ViewtoWn. 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Charges Against Midwife Dropped By CRAIG MURTO . Tin** Newspaper* Staff Writer ; Involuntary manslaughter charges ;have been dropped in Loudoun [County against a Rappahannock County midwife charged in the 1995 death of a baby, because the baby's ; parents could not be located. ; Loudoun County ; Commonwealth's Attorney Bob ■ Anderson on Sept. 4 dropped charges , against 35-year-old Martha Hughes of Huntly, after Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney Karin Horwatt and ah investigator flew to Jackson, Miss., in an unsuccessful effort to find the parents, Harrison and Nancy Miner. Ms. Hughes was charged with a "callous disregard for human life" because of her failure to call for an ambulance at the first sign of trouble while delivering the baby girl in a Middleburg cabin. Court records reveal that the breech birth caused the baby's umbilical cord to compress, cutting off blood flow. Records state that the baby was bom "unresponsive" and pulseless and that Ms. Hughes administered CPR. Rescue workers arrived approximately 20 minutes after the baby was bom. She was treated briefly at Loudoun Hospital Center before being transported to Fairfax Hospital. The Miners terminated the baby's life support the following day. "I feel relieved," Ms. Hughes said. "I’m ready to go on with my life. I did * everything I could to save that baby's * life." Mr. Anderson said that efforts to reach the parents will continue so that charges can again be brought before a grand jury. "This was not a condemnation of midwifery or an attempt to infringe on people's constitutional rights," he said. "This was not a criminal case which was intended to interfere with the rights of a parent to choose where and how they bring a child into the world, but rather alleged the failure to adhere to any reasonable standard of care at such a critical time. " Virginia is one of few states which does not recognize lay midwives, who typically help women give birth at home. Virginia does, however, license nurse midwives, who work in hospitals and birthing centers. Ms. Hughes' lawyer, David S. Bracken, said that the felony involuntary manslaughter charges came four months after the statute of limitations on misdemeanor charges of practicing midwifery without a license expired. "We drought the case was finished and found that there was a warrant out for her arrest,” he said. Mr. Bracken also said he believes he would have won the case. He said he has more than ISO pages of hospital records and records from volunteer rescue workers. "There are contradictions in there as to who got there and what they found. The Alexandria attorney denied that he knew where the Miners are. But the couple, who are believed to be in New Mexico, have supported Ms. Hughes’ position in the case and Mr. Bracken acknowledged communicating with them by phone. The case has renewed debate among health officials as to how far the state should go in regulating childbirth and whether Virginia should license lay midwives. Mr. Anderson admitted receiving hundreds of letters from around the country in support of Ms. Hughes, who said she was thankful for the "incredible" support she received. "Midwifery lessens healthcare costs and lessens infant mortality," Ms. Hughes said, stating that the countries Teachers Explain Test Plans By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer A meeting for parents of sixth grade RCES students to discuss the Literacy Passport Tests (LPT) was held last Thursday night. Teachers of Sixth grade students were on hand to explain how they plan to prepare the students for the tests and how parents can help. Only a few parents took advantage of the opportunity to attend the meeting. Assistant Principal Richard Smith . explained that the LTP is a state mandated test given to sixth graders. If any section is not passed the student can take the test again, but all students have to pass all three parts before they can enter the ninth grade. He said that the students did not do very well on •the test last year, that an unsatisfactory percentage passed it. "We want to improve that," he said. The LPT tests reading, writing and math and is untimed so students have all the time they need in order to finish it. The reading test includes 77 questions and the students needs to answer 43 correctly, said Mr. Smith, though that number can change from year to year. Passing for the math test is 61 to 65 out of 90, and for writing it is 24 out of 32. The tests this school year will be given between February 3 and 12. Last year the school began giving writing predictor tests fo determine which students need help; this year that testing will be done in December. If a student takes the predictor test and does not do well enough to pass it, said Mr. Smith, he or she will be asked to give up some enrichment time to spend more time getting ready for the February tests. Each of the sixth grade teachers gave suggestions for students to do well on the tests. Call Now for Sto^mberSjj>|^^ A really AFFORDABLE home IMPROVEMENT. From the kitchen to the yroom,C will help laundry room, Culligan water ... Ip make ner and brighter. There’s a Culligan system to fit almost any budget. Locations Throughout Maryland & Virginia 1-800-284-3440 QKwlvIKYWjt Ihe world v *Axif km fl Outer •jh* Cl996 Culligan IntemaoonaJ Co Since Culligan Deafen are Nukpcrafcnty operated, a/fen and partiopaDan may vary. Writing teacher Eva Short said that evaluators of the tests (two evaluators look at each test) look at composition, style, sentence formation, mechanics and usage. She explained how the tests are graded by the evaluators, subjectively, and gave a handout to interested parents called "Doing it Write," with suggestions for helping students pass the writing test. She suggested that parents look over their childrens' school papers to see how they can improve. Reading teacher Jim Roszak said his class teams a new vocabulary word every day. He also encourages his students to read books outside of the suggested reading list. He told parents they should ask their children what the vocabulary word was for that day, and maybe ask them to use it in a sentence. Math teacher Lucy Maeyer said she works on computation and word problems with her students, and said parents should ask their kids what their word problem was that day. "We don't want them to make careless mistakes on the LPT,” she said. Mrs. Maeyer stressed that students need to check their work on the tests and that they have time to do it because the test is untimed. Mrs. Maeyer and Ms. Short are staying late after school on Thursdays for any students who need help. If parents see their kids getting frustrated with their schoolwork, they should have them stay after school on Thursday to meet with their teachers. "If your child needs help, let us know," she said. Lilo Wolfe promised to work with her students to get them as prepared as she can, but they need to be willing to work and improve, she said. "Preparation can relieve anxiety," she added. SHORIN-KW OKINAWAN KARATE Wednesday @ Ki Theatre Cay St., Washington, VA " Junior Classes 4-5:30 p.m. Women & Senior Citizens 5:30-7 p.m. Arthur Drago, 5th Dan, Sensei 540-635-7554 Betsy Toth, 2nd Dan, Asst. 540-349-0632 Classes Underway loin anytime Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Martha Hughes is relieved charges have been dropped. in the world with the lowest infant mortality rate have more than 70 percent midwife-assisted home births. For those who would like to donate to the Martha Hughes Trust, to help pay her attorney's fees, send a check to Martha Hughes Trust, 37511 •Hidden Springs Lane, Purcellville, VA 22132. Ms. Hughes said that once her legal fees are paid the trust will change over to a midwifery trust fund. Just recently, she said, one Virginia midwife has been charged with practicing midwifery without a license, and another was interrogated about midwifery for two hours by an investigator from the state and the Virginia Department of Health Professionals. A benefit dance, with music by the Okays, will be held on September 28. For details, call Ms. Hughes at 6368315. Panther Pause By CarIssa Denies Back to school, what a wonderful way to end the summer. Rappahannock was like a strange place to everyone, not just the eighth graders this year. Our school, in an attempt to keep with our neighbors, has gone to block scheduling. For those of you who have no idea what I'm talking about, here is a brief example. Our block scheduling is alternate day block. We have Blue days and Gold days, named for our school colors. On my Blue day I have French 1 in my first block; this class lasts for one hour and thirty minutes. Next, on to Government which is another hour and a half. If you are lucky like me you go to lunch after this class. If you're not you'll go on to your third period class. After your hour and a half in that class you go on to lunch, which, if you were wondering, is half an hour long. Finally, everyone has what is called a resource block for fourth period. On Gold day the pattern is repeated with different classes and resource is replaced with a fourth class. Now that you have an idea of what it is I'm talking about I'll gi^e you a little feedback from the students. First we'll start with the Seniors. Most of us, myself included, were against the idea of block scheduling when the issue was first raised. Although some of us have shed this opinion, a great many others have not. Some of the complaints about pur system are: it is too long a time to sit in one place; you forget material over the twoday break before the class meets again (this makes it hard to study); and one of the biggest ones is that a lot of the teachers here are having a difficult time adjusting their teaching methods to the new routine. No matter what anyone says, it is really hard to sit in those uncomfortable chairs for long periods of time. Most of the school population including Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen have the same complaints about our new system. The eighth graders are probably the ones having the easiest time adjusting because this is close to the curriculum they have followed in earlier years. My opinion is that of many other upper classmen, this new way of learning is going to help us when we get into a college where we don't have someone to run to everytime we have trouble understanding a problem or we forget to do a homework assignment. This schedule is teaching us to stand on our two feet and finally grow up. All in all the change of curriculum at RCHS has not changed the people that attend the school or the ones that work there. You can still count on your teachers to be there for you when you need that extra little bit of help. The best thing I can think of about being a student at the small country high school is that, no matter how things change, there will always be things that stay the same. BINGO EVERY SUNDAY AFTERNOON Union Hall, 231 Chester Street, Front Royal, VA Sponsored by FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE/AVTEX RETIREES CLUB $100 PER GAME • $1000 GUARANTEED JACKPOT $15 MINIMUM ADMISSION (no checks please) Doors Open: 4:30 p.m. Games Start: 5:30 PM. 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There is no charge for their services or for books and other materials or the use of computers. They will help adult residents of Rappahannock County and nearby areas: • Develop basic reading skills, if they are non readers. • Improve their reading skills. • Prepare for the high school equivalency (GED) test. • Obtain drivers' licenses, commercial drivers' licenses (for truck drivers), or licenses required for the practice of a trade (electrical or plumbing for example). • Use computers for any of the above purposes. To be eligible for the services pro vided by LVA-Rappahannock, a «fu-| dent must be at least 18 years old and, • not enrolled in school. Libby Whetzel, one of the fcVA> volunteers, notes that the group has! been receiving inquiries about ser4 vices they cannot offer, such as OfeDt preparation for students eligible'’td attend the regular public schools. She notes that Piedmont Technical Center provides GED preparation for high school-aged students and that the volunteers with LVA expect to be work-; ing with adults, not teenagers. There are tutoring sessions hi a basement room under the Rappahannock County Public Library on Monday and Wednesday evenings starting at 7 p.m. In addition some, of the volunteers make other arrangements for individualized tutoring. „ • For additional information oall 675-3502 or 937-4279. -I Thistle Hill i SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER SATURDAY SPECIAL: Supreme Slow-RoastcdAngus Prime Rib. Baked $ ^95 Russet Potato. Special Zucchini Salad. Rolls, Dessert WEDNESDAY NIGHT SPECIAL Pasta With Sauce — All You Care To Eat $ JM OS Sweet Itaiiaii Sausage — $1 Extra • Meatballs—$1 Extra S/sS* 540-987-9142 Outdoor dining] on-our deck is available! Reservations Boston, V; :c i\m —-FLOWER BULBS ARE NOW IN STOCK— | kSss Plant imported Holland bulbs NOW and delight in the dazzling array of nature’s magic next Spring... 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-JXappaJjannocfe Jietos. Established 1877 An independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, Publisher Barbara C. Wayland Sharon Kilpatrick General Manager Editor Ann Brown Cindy Mahan Account Executive Staff Writer and Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler David Smith Executive Vice President Senior Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $19 a year in Rappahannock County $24 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations Editorials Attendance Last winter Rappahannock County schools achieved a certain notoriety when they were labeled "underachieving" because of poor attendance in an article in the Richmond Times Dispatch. At that time the school administration made a point of noting that • attendance was not the same thing as achievement. However, that poor record on attendance had already caused concern within the high school faculty: Too many students missed too many days of school. Most brought in notes when they returned supposedly signed by a parent claiming that the student was sick. They were allowed to make up the missed work, and except for not qualifying for a certificate of perfect attendance, there were no further consequences for the absent student. However, there were consequences for the educational process. When several students were missing from a class, it was difficult for the class to move ahead. When they returned, class time was spent : going over missed work with them. * - This problem was not unique to Rappahannock County. Two years ago there was a storm of protest in Fairfax County when several high . schools instituted a policy that a student could have only a limited - number of absences before failing the class. Fearing that a policy as draconian as that would only increase the drop out rate, ‘.Rappahannock schools decided to look for something less harsh that .'would still result in regular attendance for more students. A committee of faculty, parents and administrators was formed to make recom. mendations, and a compromise was reached. Under the policy instituted this year attendance will count 10 percent of the grade. A student who is absent six days goes on attendance probation and must bring a note from a doctor, dentist or the ‘court for further absences. Not surprisingly even this policy produced a storm of protest. Some parents were concerned that their children who have medical Conditions would be unfairly penalized. Others expect to be able to schedule family vacations during school time and claim their children have always made up their work and do well in school. . The new attendance policy is having an effect. Absences are down dramatically from a year ago. The school system should not back down. An appeals process needs to be spelled out for true medical conditions. Parents need to realize that planning family holidays around the school schedule is part of the deal when their children are school aged. But the school has a further obligation. That is to make sure the perception that missing school is not missing much, is wrong. Those students who are in attendance and their parents need to be assured that interesting and academically challenging work is going on in the classrooms every period of every day. Mrs. Fletcher Much has been heard in this political year about building bridges to die past and to the future. Mattie Ball Fletcher was a true bridge to the past. Those too young to remember the era of World War II at least know people who remember it. Mrs. Fletcher knew people who remembered the Civil War and the grinding poverty in the South which followed that disastrous conflict. She lived through the gradual rebuilding of a life in Virginia's Piedmont and the genuine prosperity that came to Rappahannock County during World War I and its aftermath. She came from an era when most of what was needed on the farm was produced on the farm and when those who lived on the farm took care of one another. At times she longed for a return to that more gracious era. But she did not dwell in the past. She lived on through the Great Depression and World War II, the Vietnam War and the end of the Cold War, commenting with wit and wisdom about the political leaders of each era. She collected antiques. She took up cooking at 60 because she believed kneading bread would help her arthritis. She became renowned for her cooking, and her recipes were treasured. However, it was gardening that gave her the greatest pleasure. She grew food, both fruit and vegetables, for the body and flowers for the soul. All the plentiful harvest from her garden had to be given away or "put up," canned or frozen. As she neared the century mark, she was still making pickles, preserves and wine. Her greatest regret in succeeding years was her increasing inability to take care of her garden. The great lady of Rappahannock has been laid to a well-earned rest following a well-lived life. An important bridge to the past has been swept away by the inexorable flood of time. 1 Letters iMi mnmmim Supporters Thanked To ,the Editor: I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those responsible for making the festival at Chestnut Run Village to benefit the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad a big success. Also special thanks to Warren for donating his time and talent by providing entertainment, and Mr. and Mrs. H. Gilkey of Second Chance Farm for providing pony rides for the children and donating a portion of the proceeds. STEVE SOAPER President, S.V.R.S. Support Amendments To the Editor: I am writing to inform you as well as the voters about two of the five amendments to the Virginia Constitution on the November 5th ballot. These two amendments were voted in by both parties in the Virginia legislators two years in a row in order to get them on the ballot. These two amendments will be the first time the word "victim" will be mentioned in the constitution and give them some rights. There are many references and amendments that address criminals, defendants, or the accused in the constitution but none yet for the victims. One amendment can create for victims of crime the following rights: • The right to protection from further harm or reprisal through the imposition of appropriate bail and conditions. • The right to be treated with respect, dignity and fairness at all stages of the criminal justice system. • The right to address the circuit court at the time the sentence is imposed. • The right to receive timely notification of judicial proceedings. • The right to restitution. • The right to be advised or release from custody or escape of the offender, whether before or after disposition. • The right to confer with the prosecution. The other amendment is to give the Commonwealth the right to appeal. As the law is now, the Commonwealth of Virginia prosecutors cannot appeal. The defense can, ' however, appeal, appeal, and appeal. This amendment will give the prosecutors the right on certain violent crimes to appeal, such as when the jury finds the defendant guilty, but the judges sets aside the verdict. . Virginia voters, vote "yes" on both of these amendments. ELINOR M. PEREZ Sperryville Teaching Is More Than Test Scores To the Editor: I have been following the letters to the editor concerning the quality of Rappahannock's schools. For almost a half century (I am 74 years old), I was an educator, working as an elementary and high school principal and a high school teacher. I also taught college courses. 1 get concerned when 1 see school board members or anyone else judging a school mainly on its test scores. There is more to developing sound young people than making sure that they perform well on tests. Tests are prepared by large corporations that hire so-called experts to develop questions that are supposed to tell us what a child has learned. Many of the questions are ambiguous. Many of them implicitly assume that you have the same background as the person who wrote the test. You need a particular kind of test-taking ability to do well on the tests. You may know the answers, for example, but you may not be able to produce them quickly under time pressure. Instead of focusing on test results, I believe a better evaluation'of a class or school is the interrelationship between, the teachers and students. It takes caring teachers to motivate students to do their best, to teach them the thinking and behavior that make life happy and productive. I learned this lesson long ago when I was taking a graduate course at a large university. I was one of perhaps 100 students in the class. One day I found myself sharing an elevator with the professor, I felt intimidated and tried to make myself small in the corner. The professor turned to me and said, "Mr. Price, how do you like the class?" I felt so proud that he knew my name, that he cared to ask my opinion. Naturally, I excelled in his class. Through the years, I have seen this lesson reinforced over and over: The most effective teachers are those who know their students, who address them by their names, who are aware of their problems, and who let the students know that they are appreciated, even when they act up. For some teachers, this comes naturally; others require guidance. I have rarely met a teacher, however, who didn't want to do a good job. Once when I was a history teacher, a ninth-grade girl woke me with a phone call to my home. She said that her mother had just died and her father had left the house, leaving her alone with her mother's body and three small brothers. "I'm scared," she said. "Would you come over and stay with us until my father returns?" I did. First, I covered the mother's body. Then I helped the little boys go to bed. Finally, my student and I sat in opposite chairs and talked. Some four or five hours later, the father returned, offering no explanation for his absence. My point is this: I was more than a history teacher to this girl. I was a caring adult. As she grew up, married and had children of her own, my actions on the night of her mother's death probably meant more to her than anything I had taught her about history. This is part of being an educator too. This is why some of the students I taught thirty or forty years ago still write to me. Returning to the test issue, I used to ask parents who complained about their child's ignorance whether the parents would be willing to take the same test as their child took and to let us compare the scores. Few took me up. Rappahannock's schools are good. I have followed several graduates who have done well in leading universities. I also help my 8-year-old grandson with his homework, which allows me to see how well his Rappahannock teachers are doing. We shod Id be supporting our schools with our time and money, helping them to improve, instead of attacking them. BERNIE PRICE Woodville Remembering Mother Ball To the Editor This Sunday the Fletcher family and Rappahannock community paid tribute to Mattie Ball Fletcher, affectionately known to many as Mother Ball. I started to work as the county health nurse the year Mother Ball turned 100 and had the privilege to visit her while she lived independently in town. I decided to check Mother Ball and make sure she was taking her medicine correctly. However, I can assure you I was the one being checked on by Mother Ball and one of the many who she ministered to with her wit and wisdom. Whenever, I'd stand up to leave after a visit, she would take hold of my hand and say, "Appreciate your youth!" I've come to realize the many endearing qualities of Mother Ball that helped her retain her youth and vitality. One thing that struck me the most about Mother Ball is that she never complained. Instead, she would always ask what she could do to help me or was there any one I knew that might need her help. She would offer money or other gifts to anyone I thought needed it, to cook, to do mending, her lunch, flowers, whatever she had. When she turned 105, she even offered to watch my infant son while I worked across the street and assured me she would call right away when he cried and needed nursing! Rappahannock Heritage Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Resembling a stuffed toy, a two-week old miniature donkey enjoys; life at Black Dog Farm near Washington. L Mother Ball was very direct and said exactly what was on her mind. She pretty much did exactly what she pleased and did not worry about conforming to others expectations of her. It was not unusual for her to stay up till 3 a.m. or so cooking a ham! She had a keen interest in the latest local news and was an excellent source for news. She could find out more by not leaving her house than anyone I knew. She also gave good advice. When I asked her how to get good weather for my wedding, she told me to put one drop of vodka on three magnolia leaves the night before. Sure enough, it worked! Most important, however, is that Mother Ball had a great sense of humor. Her eyes would twinkle when she told a funny tale, and nothing would please her more than to see here guests laugh and have a good time. The sun was shining and flowers were all about Thornton Hill as friends and family gathered to celebrate her life. It is clear that even though Mrs. Fletcher lived to be 107 years of age, those who knew here will always appreciate her youth! MARION SHARP Amissville J Service Board Supportive To the Editor: While we are grateful for the support shown by Mrs. Faye Crescenti in her letter to you, we, the Senior Citizen Center Committee, must correct a statement made by Mrs. Crescentis in whicfi she said, "I'm equally angry and disappointed to find the Community Services Board opposing the efforts of this group." The fact is the CSB has been very supportive of our efforts and we could not have proceeded without their cooperation. It is true that funding has been a problem, and for that we have turned to the community in an appeal for financial support. This has been a community effort from the begin-' ning, and'we are confident the community will respond generously as it always has for this much needed facility. MICHAEL SOULE Sperryville, The Time Machine § From the Rappahannock News back when II ittwa.:..-.-.. ■■ ^ 30 Years Ago Thursday, September 15, 1966 Mrs. Virginia Miller, treasurer of the Washington Town Council and Washington Water System, greets Tuesday's rain with elation. Postmaster Carol Miller announced today that several farmerpatrons on the Rural Route originating from Washington, Va. will receive 1966 Acreage Survey Cards from their countries on or about September 16. 20 Years Ago Thursday, September 16, 1976 Ihe Rappahannock School Board went into executive session at A the end of Tuesday nights threehour meeting to hear a report from the committee formed to find a replacement for retiring Rappahannock School Superintendent O.A. Norton. The old iron truss bridge over the Rappahannock River on Route 802 was moved by the Highway Department's two walking cranes Tuesday afternoon. ct)Ul D /r M WAT BPfi m. ft C.O'-1 PUSPt> ? / \

Panther Squads Drop 2 More By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Panther girls' basketball squads dropped games to Stonewall Jackson away and at home in the past week. On Thursday the varsity lost 7937. Sonya Wigington had 13 points. Sarah Gentry and Angie Atkins had five] each and Dawn Havstad added sev$n more. Coach Laura Conklin said that Stonewall Jackson and Goerge Mason are ithe toughest teams the girls will face this season. Sonewall plays a running game, and last Thursday her varsity girls made the mistake of trying to run also when she wanted them to play a more deliberate game on offense. "They beat our pants off," she said. On Tuesday the varsity lost again 74 to 43, but Coach Conklin was much happier with the girls' play. ■> The Panthers got off to a 12-2 lead and were only down by one point at the end of the first quarter 17-16. Stonewall increased its lead in the second quarter and had a 33-22 lead at the end of the half. Acccording to Coach Conklin her girls were tiring. Her bench was only four deep. At the end of the third quarter Stonewall had a 55-30 lead. "Sarah Gentry did a great job rebounding tonight," Coach Conklin said. She had 12 rebounds, but 10 of them were in the first half. Dawn Havstad had seven rebounds. Angie and Sonya added six each. Sonya led the scoring with 23 points. Sarah added nine. "They played really hard in the first half," she said. "I'm pleased they didn't get in as much foul trouble. Our goal was to play better than Thursday night, and we did that. We are suffering with so many turnovers." The story was much the same for the JV team. They lost 31-7 Tuesday night after losing 38 to 14 in the Thursday away game. However, Coach Rhonda Jenkins also saw improvement in her team by Ttiesday. She said the defense had improved, but "we were very impatient on offense. We're not moving the ball around enough and we're losing the ball too often. Stonewall has a very good team.” In the Thursday game Alice Gentry led the scoring with nine points and eight rebounds. Margo Haynes had eight rebounds and five steals. Katy Wilson came on off the bench and had seven rebounds. Mandolyn Ashby led the scoring Tuesday night with four points. Alice had two points and seven rebounds. Margo Haynes had five steals. Boosters' Fundraisers Planned The RCHS Athletic Boosters are moving ahead with fundraising plans. They will host a yard sale Sunday, Oct. 6, in front of the high school. The hours will be 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. They will ask people to drop off items for the sale between 4 and 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, or between 8 and 9 a.m. on Sunday. The Boosters will also be selling hot dogs, drinks and baked goods. The next scheduled event is the Bull Run District cross country meet at the Bleu Rock Inn on Wednesday, Oct. 23. The boosters will be selling Tshirts to commemorate the occasion and also hot dogs and drinks. Margaret Rogers said she had collected promises of $600 from sponsors to pay for the shirts. The Boosters also agreed to operate a concessions stand during Homecoming Oct. ‘26. There will be another raffle with a top prize of $1,000. Tickets will cost $20, and only 200 will be sold. Second prize is $750, and third prize is $250. The drawing will be at the last boys' varsity basketball game before the Christmas vacation, on Friday, Dec. 20. The Boosters will also raffle off a quilt made by Cheryl Taylor and signed by all the athletes at the Athletic Banquet in May. At a meeting Monday night they decided to charge $1 for raffle tickets. President Skip Arnold reported they still need funds for 25 letters for the sign in front of the high school. Pony Race Entries Sought The International Gold Cup is now accepting entries to its pony races, which precede the steeplechasing card on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Great Meadow, The Plains. Trophies will be presented to riders in all divisions — small, medium and large. F&M/People's Bank, the Pony Races sponsor, believes in fostering the talents of young riders. The thrill a young rider gets competing in front of 35,000 spectators is an invaluable and Minor Leaguers Win Game The Rappahannock County Athletic Association Minor League Baseball team won its first game in the Warrenton Fall Baseball League. Trailing by four runs in the last Wingfield Makes Hall Of Fame The Handley High School Athletic \ssociation in Winchester has selectid Dennis Wingfield, of Sperryville, or induction into the Hunger Maddox Vthletic Hall of Fame, an honor eserved for the greatest of Handley thletes. The induction ceremony will be lade during the half-time activities of le Handley-Loudoun Valley football ame on Sept. 28th. While attending Handley, Mr. Vingfield played football and basketall and ran track. In track his many chievements included anchoring landley's winning two and four mile slay teams at the Alexandria Memorial delays in Alexandria and winning state hampionships in the mile and 880 ard run in Charlottesville. inning Rappahannock's team staged an eight run rally. Jason Jenkins held Warrenton to two runs in the bottom of the sixth, and struck out the last two batters. Jacob Dodson had a two hits to pace Rappahannock's hitting attack. Jacob Dodson and Timmy Clanagan each had a triple in the final inning. Alex Shaip, Jacob Dodson and Jason Jenkins each pitched two fine innings for the winning Rappahannock team. Rappahannock's next game is scheduled for noon this Saturday, Sept. 21, at Stuart Field in Amissville, weather permitting. ees RCHARD. Vi jf Red & Golden Delicious, Grimes, Staymans, Laurry Also: Potatoes Selling 7 Days a Week! KBring your own containers! Directions: 22 miles West 0* Warrenton Rt 522. North at Massies Comer. 1/4 mile on t Not Responsible for Accidents. 540-675-3201 (at shed), 540-675-3558 unforgettable experience. Riders must wear racing silks or appropriate hunting attire and a hard hat with chin strap. The races are run at catch weights and riders cannot .have reached their 18th birthday as of Jan. 1, 1996. Participants must have prior experience with a hunt Or Pony Club and have written consent of their parents to compete. • All pony races will be run on the flat. The first race, which consists of small ponies, is for ponies 12.2 hands and under and will be approximately 1/4 mile in length. The medium pony division is for ponies over 12.2 hands not exceeding 13.2 hands and will be approximately 3/8 mile in length while the large division is for ponies over 13.2 hands not exceeding 14.2 hands at approximately 1/2 mile in length. Divisions may be consolidated. Entries will be taken until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16 by calling Central Entry at (703)777-2575. 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Rescheduled • J1* ^ater Monitoring Workshop with Jay Gilliam, vice president of the V«Bmia Chapter of the Izaak Walton League, has been rescheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5. Originally scheduled for Sept. 7, the workshop was rescheduled because the Thornton River was flooding that day. The workshop will begin at the Rappahannock Extension Office in Gay Street at 10 a.m. After a roundtable discussion there, participants will proceed to Mountainside Market in Sperryville for lunch. Participants may purchase lunch at the market or brown bag their own. After lunch the hands-on part of the workshop will take place across from Mountainside at the Oldway Art Village on the Thornton River. The workshop will end at about 2 p.m. The workshop is open to anyone interested in establishing a water monitoring station on a stream or river in the county. Mr. Gilliam is in charge of establishing a water monitoring network across the state. His highly regarded programs on the Maury River near Staunton and Lexington have become a model for citizen volunteer monitoring. The workshop will include a demonstration on the Thornton River as well as a slide show and open dis cussion. If you or your group are interested in this workshop or are interested in water projects in the area, contact Hunt Harris of the Ragged Mountain Resource Center at 987-9061 or Helen Smith at the Extension Office. WCDS Students Compete Students from Wakefield Country Day School at Huntly joined ’ more than 1,600 students from around the nation at the National Junior Classical League Convention held at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, July 28 through August 2. WCDS students participated in various academic and athletic events with a classical theme and returned home with numerous awards and honors. Thomas Dowell Castleton won first place for his Large Model entry, third place in geography, fourth place reading comprehension, fifth place Latin mottos, sixth place in Latin derivatives, sixth place in Hellenic history, and seventh place in Roman history. Jacob Konick of Rock Mills won fourth place in geography and Nickolai Konick of Rock Mills won a tenth place in geography. Thomas Dowell was also a member of the Virginia State soccer team which won first place in the Ludi Sports Competition. ■S .S ► Wrecks From Page A-l and was charged with reckless driving by State Trooper M. Woodard. Two accidents took place on Route 729 over the weekend in almost exactly the same spot. James David Talbot, 24, of Manassas was charged with DUI following an accident on Route 729, .4 thile north of Route 618 (near the bridge) in Castleton last Saturday night. According to First Sgt. Harry Newlin of the State Police, Mr. Talbot's 1990 Isuzu pickup ran off the right side of the road, struck a guardrail and overturned. Mr. Talbot was wearing his seatbelt and suffered minor injuries, and the Isuzu had $5,000 damage. Trooper S.M. Knick investigated the accident. On Sunday- afternoon about 3:10, when Trooper Knick was at the scene of Mr. Talbot's accident on Route 729 doing a follow-up investigation, he witnessed another accident in the making. Laurie, Marshall, 46, of Washington, was driving a 1986 Dodge van southbound when she came over a hillcrest, applied her brakes, slid off the side of the road and struck an embankment. Ms. Marshall was wearing her seatbelt and was not injured; the van suffered minor damage. Trooper Knick said that Ms. Marshall was exceeding the maximum safe speed of 40 mph and charged her with reckless driving. In an accident on U.S. 211 on Sept. 10 at 1:50 p.m., Michelle Smith, 35, of Falls Church, ran off the right shoulder in her 1989 Dodge coupe. According to Capt. Jeff Brown of the Sheriffs Office, Ms. Smith then lost control of her car, turned sharply to the right, and crossed the two otehr lanes and crashed into the guard rail on the left side of the road. Capt. Brown said her car was a total loss and that reckless driving charges are pending. Capt. Brown said that Ms. Smith admitted that she had taken her seatbelt off right before the accident, but that the airbag had deployed and that is what saved her. Mrs. Smith was taken to Fauquier Hospital with minor injuries. 540-675-3338 Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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From Page A-l ► Flood equipment is put in a river or stream it must be approved, he explained. Several residents of Old Hollow identified certain bridges or culverts that provide the sort of hazards that make flooding worse. In some cases the owner does not live in Rappahannock County, they explained. They expressed concern with a situation that can leave the elderly and people with medical problems cut off with no way out of the hollow. Danny Mason said in eight years he has experience "three 100-year floods." Emergency Services Coordinator Dieter Knuepfer said VDOT estimates its expenses for repairing roads, culverts and bridges from the flooding at $600,000. Agricultural Extension Agent Kenner Love said miles of agricultural fence was swept away. Farmers can get assistance to make repairs, he said. He said he had estimated damage to agriculture in the form of lost fences, water gates and crops at $94,100. He said more com was damaged by wind than floods. Mr. McCarthy noted that one reason Rappahannock residents have not gotten help as soon as many want is that "other counties are much worse. We’ve just had a taste of what they've had full blown." Mr. Gilkey asked the residents of Old Hollow to prepare a list of projects they believe VDOT can do that will help prevent damage in future floods. A representative of VDOT will attend the next supervisors meeting in October. Ruth Kiger asked the supervisors to try to get a representative from the Army Corps of Engineers to attend the meeting also and talk to the citizens. Private property owners with property damage who intend to seek assistance in repairing the damage from Hurricane Fran may visit the Disaster Assistance Center in the Jamesway Plaza Department Store on U.S. 211 outside Luray. The hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. on Sunday. They may also contact the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) teleregistration line at (800) 462-9029 to register. A packet of information about programs will be mailed out, and applicants should not call this number again once they have registered. For general information or to learn the status of applications call (800) 525-0321. 1 ► Fletcher From Page A-i Magazine and The Washington Post for her philosophy and wit and knowledge of Virginia history and Southern cooking. ' She had always had servants to do her cooking under her supervision, but at the age of 60 she ’decided to take up cooking herself in the hopes that kneading bread would help relieve arthritis. She was renowned for her ham biscuits, Sally Lunn bread, pickles and relishes and a zucchini and sausage dish that was included in Gourmet magazine. In the early days of The Inn at Little Washington, candied grapefruit rind produced by Mrs. Fletcher was a featured attraction. Finally she gave the owners her recipe. Herbs from her garden were also an important part of meals served at The Inn. The partnership worked both ways as The Inn's owners treated Mrs. Fletcher to offerings from their kitchen. She attributed her long life and health to gardening. Her extensive gardens produced both food for the table and flowers, "food for the soul." * Under a beautiful sunlit sky graveside services were held on Sunday, Sept. 15, at St. Paul's Episcopal Cemetery, Woodville, the Rev. Jennings Hobson officiating. . Survivors include one son, James William Fletcher II of Thornton Hill; seven grandchildren, Anne Meade Faulconer of Orange, Frances Fletcher Bedell of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Mildred Buckner Slater of Upperville, Catherine Meade Littleton of Coles Point, Louise Miller Tayloe of Charlottesville,' James William Fletcher III of Sperryville, and Martha"Stuart Trope! of Richmond. Other survivors are l^T great grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren and a number of nieces, and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family' requests memorials to the Martha Ball* Fletcher Memorial Fund, Trinity! Episcopal Church, Washington. Clore Funeral Home of Culpepef, was in charge of arrangements. — By SHARON KILPATRICK ► WSA From Page A-l water than sewage currently. Mr. Leggett said authority members have to be prepared to discuss these issues at the hearing. Mr. Orr said the worst problem the members will face is "if the basins go" Mr. Johnson said they were predicted to have a 20 year life expectancy. They are nearly 12 years old. Mr. Leggett said, "We're about to borrow for 20 years. What happens when eight years from now we have to borrow more?" Mr. Orr said most systems depend on new hookups to cpver such costs. He said in Fauquier County it can now cost $10,000 in sewer hookup fees for a new house. "You've put your finger on the problem," Mr. Leggett said. "We don't want 10,000 more people." Members discussed the budget without reaching any consensus. Mr. Leggett said the budget was based on just operating costs and did not include anything for reducing the debt from bonds for the new surge tank or anything to cover depreciation of the plant. Member Charles K. "Pete" Estes reported the flood broke one of the pipes beside a bridge and it is now connected with a flexible hose. WSA members agreed he should try to get permission to put the pipe through the bridge understructure. . Mr. Orr and member Daniel Keyser reported on progress in getting the surge basin installed. WSA members agreed to go ahead with the contract tp purchase the basin so they can get specifications on where bolts need to go in the concrete pad that will hold it. Mr. Orr told them to expect the Health Department to take 60 days before they receive approval for their plans. Museum Features DAR Display The Culpeper Minute Men Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution are celebrating Constitution Week, September 17-23, with exhibits at the Museum of Culpeper History. In addition to window displays, copies of handwritten documents and transcripts will be displayed. These will include Buell's Map of the United States of North America, 1784; a chronology of the making of the Constitution; Edmund Randolph’s presentation of the Virginia Plan; the first page of George Mason's speech on slavery; a broadside version of the Constitution; a gallery of portraits with contemporary comments; a draft of Benjamin Franklin's speech to the Federal Convention, and a proposal for the Bill of Rights. An added feature will be documents related to the Revolutionary War which will include a colonist's letter to the East India Company explaining the motives for the Boston Tea Party; a map of the fighting at Bunker Hill, June 17th, 1775; a proclamation by King George III to ask God to forgive the colonists for them for their sins; samples of American paper money and a copy of a $10,000,000 lottery ticket to raise badly needed money for carrying out the war. Other copies of documents with this collection will be shown. ■ Other interesting items include two period dresses provided by the DAR Chapter, as well as period dress on display at the museum. The exhibit may be seen from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 17, at 140 East Davis Street in Culpeper. There is no admission charge. Teachers and parents are encouraged to bring children. Private tours or group visits can be scheduled. For more information call 825-1973. Paul Butler's Ship Returns Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Paul F. Butler, son of Paul F. and Linda B. Butler of Boston, has returned to his home port in Norfolk after completing a six-month deployment aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington. Mr. Butler is one of 5,500 sailors and Marines who completed the more than 44,200-mile voyage aboard the carrier. . Serving as the flagship of the 14ship USS George Washington Battle Group, Mr. Butler's ship ship first traveled to the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas, where the 1,040-foot-long ship and its aircraft squadrons supported the U.N. peace efforts in Bosnia. • Later the USS George Washington was sent to the Persian Gulf to enforce the no-fly zone over southern Iraq.

• Community News • Obituaries Rappahannock News • Real Estate • Classifieds WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18,1996 Heidi Eastham Produces Local Delicacies ! Rappahannock News Staff Photos by Cindy Mahan With the farm in the background^ Heidi Eastham shows off two of her pies and jars of pickled white asparagus. By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer When Heidi and Lindsey Eastham married seven years ago they planted asparagus, blackberries, red raspberries and yellow raspberries. Since then she has built up quite a successful business canning dilled white asparagus and baking pies in her Tack House Kitchen on their farm in Flint Hill. "The business has grown with the children," explained Mrs. Eastham, adding that her 3-year-old son and 4year-old daughter help pick the asparagus, which is harvested from the end of April until mid-June. They spend time with her in the kitchen while she is peeling or canning the asparagus or making her pies which are so popular around the county. With some help from her Dutch grandmother, Mrs. Eastham has come up with a real winner of a recipe for dilled white asparagus. To make the asparagus white, it is covered with two feet of straw mulch. The white asparagus was at first discovered quite by accident by Mrs. Eastham when she grew tired of weeding and covered the whole asparagus patch with straw. Under the straw was white asparagus and "all of a sudden we were . in the gourmet food business," she said. Because the asparagus is not cooked except for the 10 minutes it spends in the water bath, it is really crunchy. A little bit of cayenne pepper in the recipe adds just the right touch of heat, and a long strip of red pepper in the jar adds to the beauty of the product. Mrs. Eastham has approval from the Health Department to produce the asparagus and pies in her kitchen. The pH level of every batch of asparagus must be tested, she said. Jewel Weed Brightens Fall Recently I overheard this from a small group at the Post Office: "It's such a good place to live because it's beautiful no matter where you drive. , It's even fun to go to the grocery store." They were talking about the part of Virginia in which readers of this column live. I have heard this before and it is certainly true; the view from the driver's seat is glorious. September splendor is especially noted along country roads. Though the tall rosy-red stalks of Joe Pye Weed are beginning to fade, we now have a parade of yellow from flowers of Qidens which spring up and seem to bloom overnight. Tire common name of this plant is Beggar Ticks or Pitch-forks. I use Bidens (there are about eight species in our area) because the common name summons up the seed which catch on socks and trouser legs when we walk among the plants later in the season, they are a nuisance and must be removed one by one. These clinging seeds are nature's way of insuring that the seeds are distributed; us humans make a good substitute — or addition to — the fur of mammals moving through the fields. My favorite of September's raodside flowers tal^es careful noticing, a slowing down of the car. The flowers are orange, not more than an inch long, and hang on the plant like tiny, wide-mouthed horns. Each has a nectar filled spur at the back. The plant is often called Jewel Weed. The leaves do not absorb water and dew and raindrops stand on the foliage like lustrous pearls. They are also known as TouchMe-Not. Better known as Impatiens, they are distinctly related to the plant much in evidence in gardens and as house plants. Flowers of both the native and introduced species produce seed pods which burst when ripe, flinging seeds in every direction. Impatiens fits perfectly. There are five segments to the elongated seed pod of the wild Impatiens; they are held together under tension at the lower tip. A touch can cause each segment to suddenly curl in a spiral flinging the brown seeds outward. A well-placed raindrop, the wind or a mammal moving through can cause the expulsion of seeds. You try it. Look for a pod which is plump and bulging with seeds, carefully pinch it off at the stem, lay it in the palm of your hand and touch lightly. The result is a soundless explosion of seeds. Impatiens grown in pots or All Things Wild And Wonderful By John Trott The Virginia Naturalist gardens does the same thing though the seed pods are smaller and the hurling of the tiny seeds not so abrupt and startling. The brown seeds of the wild Impatiens are nutty in flavor and good to eat if you can keep them in the palm of your hand after the segments curl. I often spend long happy minutes searching for pods plumptly ready; then there is the contest with nature's impulse to sew seeds widely when I want them in my hand. Touch-me-nots grow in the same location as Poison Ivy so be careful. The stems of wild Impatiens are referred to as succulent in botanical jargon; that means, simply, juicy. This juice is easily extracted by crushing a handful of the stems in your hand. It is well-known that the watery results will relieve the itching of Poison Ivy and dry up the blisters. It's nature's remedy which is also said to be useful in relieving the discomfort of athlete's foot. So succulent, or watery, are stems of this plant that when it is picket the leaves droop immediately. I have never been successful in getting it into a container for the house. The plants are quite beautiful and would look mighty fine in a pot or vase. Perfectly oval-shaped and up to two feet tall, each plant is spangled with small, elegant flowers. Most interesting is that each flower. usually has a leaf hanging over it to protect it from the rain which might wash away the pollen. Hummingbirds often visit Jewel Weed. Their long bills enable them to reach the nectar stored in the spur; in the process they also pollinate the flowers. Bumble bees are principle pollinators of wild Impatiens. It is fun to watch one go from flower to flower pushing his great head into the bloom causing it to nod with his weight. He is also after the nectar stored in the spur; in the process of getting this, he becomes dusted with golden pollen. This then is implanted on the pistil (female part of the flower) of the next blossom he visits. When pollination occurs, the stage is set for the development of the ovary which, in turn becomes the seed pod, impatiens to burst and fling seeds with force in all directions. Touch-Me-Nots may require stopping the car for a closer look and a search for plump, ripe seed pods. It's just a broadening of the view from the driver's seat. John Trott is a nationally recognized naturalist. He welcomes reader comments and suggestions at: P.O. Box 515, Flint Hill, Va. 22627. Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Jewel weed or touch-me-not grows beside the road. Though she hated asparagus as a child, Mrs. Eastham loves it now. The white asparagus is a labor intensive production, as each spear is peeled and carefully packed into the jar standing on end. She often has friends come in and help her peel; it becomes a social event in the Tack House Kitchen. And Mrs. Eastham does all her own deliveries. Mrs. Eastham did an asparagus tasting at Mountainside Market last month, and plans another tasting at Oasis Vineyards on Oct. 26. For ideas on ways to serve the asparagus, she said, "It is wonderful in a pasta salad with feta and tomato." It also pairs very well with Gorgonzola and Stilton cheeses and proscuitto, or dipped in homemade mayonnaise. She does special batches of the asparagus for Piedmont Vineyards using their Chardonnay as an ingredient. In Germany, said Mrs. The dilled white asparagus has an elegant label. Gallery's Art Auction Planned The Middle Street Gallery announces the Fourth Annual Art Auction to be held on Sunday, September 29 at the gallery in Washington. This exciting celebration of the arts includes watercolors, sculpture, oils, prints, woodwork, pastels, pottery and other fine crafts in every price range. The event will open with a silent auction at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 27 and continue until 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 29. Live bidding will begin at 3 p.m. on Sunday under the invigorating direction of auctioneer Lawrence "Pee Wee" Bennett. Works of art have been donated by acclaimed artists Chris Stephens, Robin Purnell, Tbcker Hill, Sandra Fombush and Dan Lewis as well as the skilled members and supporters of the Middle Street Gallery. Middle Street Gallery is located next to the Inn at Little Washington and is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information call the gallery at 675-3440. Old Rag Hike Scheduled 1/On Saturday, Sept. 29 the Ragged Mountain Resource Center is' sponsoring a moonlight hike up Old Rag Mountain. ■ Interested participants should meet at Mountainside Market between 5 and 5:30 p.m. or at the Old Rag parking area no later than 6 p.m. Hikers should wear layered clothing and secure footgear and bring a flashlight as well as food and water for themselves. Return time is between 11 p.m. and midnight. , A full program of activities, including additional hikes, water projects, clean-up projects, and other educational and recreational programs is being planned for the fall and winter. If anyone is interested in participating, suggesting activities, or leading a program or project, please contact Hunt Harris at 987-9061, e-mail: hunt @ clark.net, or write c/o Ragged Mountain Resource Center, Box 141, Washington, Va. 22747. Donations are welcomed. Eastham, they have white; wine and white asparagus festivals in the spring. Locally the asparagus may be pur*All of a sudden we were in the gourmet food business! — Heidi Eastham chased at Mountainside Market in Sperryville, Rare Firids in Washington, J's Gourmet in Front Royal and Oasis Vineyards in Hume. The jars retail anywhere from $8 to $10. Mrs. Eastham's pies are very * popular in the county. Made using - fruits grown on her farm and apples, from the Williams Orchard, she; offers the following pie flavors: - blackberry apple, blackberry rhubarb, strawberry rhubarb, pasberry (red raspberries and peach), Sweet I Williams apple, pumpkin, butter, and * mincemeat. The pie crusts are wonderful and flaky, some topped with lattice strips. • Selling for a bargain price of $10, they are available at Ben Venue Market and are served at the Flint Hill Public House. To place an order for a pie or for more information about Heidi's white! asparagus, call 675-3444. Mrs. Eastham recommends calling one day before the pie is needed. Gallery Features Madison Artists The beauty and patterns found in the natural world inspire two very different approaches to interpretation in a new show of sculpture and painting opening Oct. 4 and continuing through Oct. 27 at The Middle Street Gallery in Washington. "Two-ln-One" brings together the elegant pastel paintings of the Blue Ridge mountains by Margaret Novak with the refined abstract wood sculpture of Jim Fort. Both artists are residents of Madison County and clearly work in response to the unique beauty of the Piedmont region. The public is invited to meet the artists and enjoy refreshments at a special reception from 2-6 p.m: on Sunday, October 6th. Mr. Fort's sculpture has its origins with a search for materials and inspiration across the hilly slopes surrounding his home and studio. He sets about:' working hand-in-hand with these "found" objects, refining them to their essence, enhancing each piece, but never losing its original organic quality. Mrs. Novak also relies on nature's provisions for her pastels — images and ideas found in the mountains around her home and studio in Syria. She moves freely through the more simple patterning of forms with color to the more detailed, but never strays from her intention, as she states it, "to represent those things conveyed by the natural world which we seem to be commonly moved by, hoping the chord is struck — the emotion r expressed." Mr. Fort has been working as an abstract sculptor in wood and stone for twenty years and studied under Jennie Lea Knight, Leonard Cave, Ralph Banney, and Ruth Waters. His work has been featured in many juried shows in Washington, D.C. area, as well as in Maryland and Mississippi. "Finding and releasing the artist part of me has been a great discovery," said Mr. Fort who is an attorney and teaches advance lobbying courses at George Washington University. "Years of parenting, lawyering, and city living left little time for that artists part to emerge, but once out, it has become a significant focus. I find the sculpture process to be exciting, creative, challenging and lots of fun.” , Mrs. Novak received her training rin New York City at the legendary Art Students' League and the School of Visual Arts and in Newark at New Jersey State College, and Has been a member of the Painters and Sculptors Society of New Jersey and the Board of Directors of the Second Street Gallery in Charlottesville. Her work has appeared in regional and national juried shows in New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and South Carolina. The Middle Street Gallery is an artist-run, non-profit gallery, located next to The Inn at Little Washington. It is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday, year round. For more information call 675-3440. — ' ■■ I Photo courtesy of Wendy Weinberg The Theatre's concert season will open with the Unified Jazz Ensemble at 8 p.m. Saturday.

b Activities Homecoming at Promise Land The annual homecoming at Promise Land Baptist Church will be held Sunday, Sept. 22. Pastor John Pendleton will be preaching the morning service, and the Rev. George O. Dean of Shiloh Baptist Church in Woodville will be the afternoon speaker. All are welcome. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke > Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Methodist Homecoming Set The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have homecoming services on Sunday, September 22 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jim Grimmer of Gloucester, Va., former pastor as guest speaker. A covered dish dinner will follow the service at the fire hall. The public is invited. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday: Wednesday: Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. ' Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting County Methodist Services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Sept. 22 as follows: Flint Hill at 11:15 a.m.,; Sperryville at 8:45 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m., with communion. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Tuesday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Tom Wiles Sunday: Adult Bible School/Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Rev. Clarence M. Trinkle, Rector Masses: On Sundays 10 a.m. On Weekdays (Mon.-Fri.) 8 a.m. On Holy Days of Obligation 8 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. On Saturdays 5:30 p.m. Anniversary Celebration On Sunday, October 6, the Bethel Baptist Church in Amissville pastor, Rev. Forrest L. Freeman. Rev. John R. Pendleton is the guest preacher and lunch will be served after morning service. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Nancy B. White Sunday: Worship 8:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Community Youth Group 6 p.m. Tuesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.. F.T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist I 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist II 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Prayer II 11 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Bible Study and Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Revival Services Set Revival services will be held at 7:30 nightly Sept. 18 through Sept. 20 at the Promise Land Baptist Church near Washington. Rev. Tom Marshall, associate minister at the Bethel Baptist Church in Amissville will be ministering on Wednesday, Sept. 18. Rev. Ulyses Martin of Antioch Baptist Church in Culpeper will be speaking on Thursday, Sept. 19. Rev. Henry Townes of Hopewell Baptist Church in Sperryville will be preaching on Friday, Sept. 20. The public is invited. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wayne Fox Christie Estep Weds Michael Wayne Fox Christie Kay Estep of Washington and Michael Wayne Fox of Luray were united in marriage on Friday, May 3. The double ring ceremony was preformed by James Cockram, pastor of Page Valley Baptist Church at 6 p.m. at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Fox in Luray. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Cjatterbuck of Washington and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Estep of Broadway. Given in marriage by her brother, Jonathan Clatterbuck, the bride wore a white lace tea length gown with a stand up collar encircled by a heart design front. It featured bell lace sleeves and tiny pearl buttons. She carried a cascading bouquet of white roses, baby's breath, ivy and seed pearls accented by peach ribbon. Wedding music was provided by Jolene Fox of Luray, sister of the groom. The bride is the granddaughter of John K. Burke and the late Edna J. Burke. She is also the granddaughter of Mrs. Alma Custer of Broadway. The groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Baldwin of Rileyville and Mrs. Pauline Fox of Luray and the late Kirby Fox, Sr. A reception followed the ceremony at the home of the groom's uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Kirby Fox, Jr. in Stanley. Mr. Fox is employed by Lear Corporation in Luray as a Quality Auditor. Following a brief honeymoon the couple is residing in Luray. United Way Seeks Volunteers Saturday, Sept. 28 is the Piedmont United Way's annual "Day Of Caring," from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. "Day OF Caring" is a day when the community comes together as one to help others in the community who are less fortunate, perhaps clean a yard, paint a fence. build steps for a senior citizen; read at a nursing home, or just reach out, make a visible difference in the life of another in your community. If you have a project in mind Or would like to become a volunteer, call 825-7615 as soon as possible. Boston Homes Welcome Guests Belated birthday wishes go out to Mrs. Helen L. Williams who celebrated her day last Wednesday. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dodson upon the arrival of a little son, Evan William on Aug. 25th. He was welcomed by brother Kyle. Miss Chrissy Grigsby hosted a Home Interior party at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby on Friday evening. Those attending were Margaret Beavers of Rixeyville, Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville, Mrs. Missy Bragg of Culpeper, Miss Cathy Grigsby of Amissville, Mrs. Janet Peregory and Jennifer, Castleton Ford Road; Crystal Mills and Mrs. Cindy Heflin, all local. Shelvy Frazier was a Saturday caller of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Burke in Rochelle. Tomorrow, Thursday at 7 p.m. at. the Bethel Baptist Church in Reva the Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company will have their general memberships meeting. Saturday, the 21st a huge yard and bake sale to benefit the Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue will be held at the Reva Park Market beginning at 8 a.m. In case of rain the sale will be rescheduled for Sept. 28. Massanova Church held their homecoming services on Sunday with a goodly number attending and revival services at 7 p.m. are continuing throughout the week. The Websters of Oklahoma as speakers. Happy birthday to Jerry Cubbage on his day today, Wednesday and wishes go out to my sister-in-law, Ester Frazier of Fredericksburg who adds another year on Monday and my niece Janet Peregory of Castleton Ford Road who celebrates on Tuesday. Charlie and Stephanie Johnson celebrate their wedding anniversary also * By MARIE RATIONS 987*8802 on Tuesday. Joe Peregory and son Joseph of Castleton Ford Road spent the weekend at Camp Rock Enon. In their absence, Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville was a guest of her niece, Mrs. Peregory and Jennifer. Saturday they were shopping in Winchester and dined at the Cracker Barrel Restaurant and following church on Sunday dined at Country Cookin in Culpeper. Down Salem Way Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dodson attended the Boy Scout picnic at Mt. Run Lake Sunday afternoon. Quite a few from our area attended services for Mrs. Mattie Ball Fletcher in Woodville Sunday afternoon. Our prayers are with the family. Amy Thompson of Mobile, Alabama recently spent several days here with her grandmother, Mrs. Ada Alexander arriving on flood night, Friday. If any of you gardeners still have tomatoes, Mrs. Alexander at the Boston General Store is having her annual tomato contest. So get in on the fun and win a prize. The Village Frameworks and Gallery will be hosting an art show for the Artists of Windmore of Griffinsburg through this Friday, Sept. 20th. For information please call 540547-2555. Methodists To Host Homecoming Service The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have Homecoming services on Sunday, September 22 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jim Grimmer of Gloucester as guest speaker. A covered dish dinner will follow the service at the fire hall. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Barry Hudson and Roxanne Campbell of Front Royal visited Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hickerson and in the Bunny Hudson home On Saturday. Also visiting in the Hickerson home on Saturday were Evelyn Hickerson of Chester Gap and Dan Hickerson of Amissville. David and Renee Calisto and Nikki spent • a weeks vacation By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 recently at Virginia Beach with John and Dee Vest. Leon Lillard and Allison of Broad Run were Sunday visitors of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Lillard. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray 'Foothills of Blue Ridge Mtns. Fri. & Sat. 7a.m. - 9:00p.m. Sun. to Thurs. 7a.m.-8:30 p.m. 540-743-5698 ROBERT J. 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In Matthew 16:18, the Lord declares, "Upon this rock 1 will build my church, and the powers of death shall not prevail against it.” Psalm 19:14 lauds God as *‘my rock and my redeemer." Take shelter in the loving security of God's sanctuary this Sabbath. At times, spirits crumble but after all is said and done, God’s love stands; assurance of security in insecure times. 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Apple Cider — Recipe For Good Health By HELEN SMITH Extension Agent, Home Economics Baskets of apples and jugs of cider are starting to appear at the roadside fruit stands and orchards in ■ Rappahannock County. Since I frequently get calls from ! consumers regarding apple cider at the ; Extension Office this time of year, I ; wiH attempt to answer a few of the common questions in my nutrition column this week. What is Apple Cider? Apple cider is made by squeezing apples in a cider press. The liquid col, lected from the press is a rich, golden . caramel color. Very tiny bits of apple floating in the juice make the cider opaque. Cider is an American favorite, particularly in the fall and winter. The ■ word "cider" itself brings to mind • images of fall-a brisk chill in the air, brightly-colored fall leaves and warm, roaring fires. Cider is equally good • chilled or warmed. When further filtered to remove all ; bits of apples, the liquid becomes another favorite family beverage, apple juice. Generations of children have been raised on the wholesomeness of apple juice. Is there any difference between apple cider and apple juice? The answer is yes. Both come from apples that are pressed hard enough to squeeze the liquid out of them, but apple juice is typically sterilized by pasteurization. Apple cider, on the other hand, is the "raw" unpasteurized product often sold on roadside stands during the fall months. While some people prefer the . clear, sparkling look of apple juice, L for many who enjoy taking a drive in the country to view the fall colors and go apple picking, supermarket apple juice just can't compare to a jug of cider purchased along the way. A producer told me "apple cider is apple juice with the romance and folklove added." How does the apple industry make sure cider is safe? Cider producers take great care to provide a wholesome product. Some of the good manufacturing practices they use include: • washing and brushing apples before pressing them into cider; • utilizing cold,storage; • labelling cider containers with lot numbers and expiration dates; and • testing the product to ensure no impurities exist. HOME ECONOMICS Many states, including Virginia, license cider producers and inspect production facilities. The industry support strict licensing procedures, good manufacturing processes that include washing and brushing the apples used, testing of ingredients and products as necessary, and regular inspection of cider mills to ensure public confidence that the operations are safe. The International Apple Institute, the national trade association for apple growers, packers, shippers and processors, encourages cider manufacturers to follow good manufacturing practices, especially washing and brushing of apples. State apple associations also regularly sponsor seminars on safe production practices. How long will cider last? How should it be stored? . Fresh cider should be refrigerated. Consumers may be interested to know that pasteurized (heat-treated) and vacuum-packed apple juice is shelf stable and requires no refrigeration until opened. Many cider producers and consumers believe that pasteurization alters cider's fresh, unique taste. So if you're a purist and want that unique, fresh taste you need to purchase the fresh or "raw" cider. Cider can be frozen. Simply pour out about 1/2 cup to allow for expansion when the juice freezes solid. Replace cap on plastic jug and freeze. When ready to use defrost and shake well before serving. Cooking With cider Most folks would agree that the best way to.enjoy cider is'as a beverage — served either cold or hot. Mulled cider is a favorite as the weather turns crisp. Cider can also be used to flavor foods, as the following recipes illustrate. Sympathy Extended To Fletcher Family Our condolences are sent out to James W. Fletcher and family upon the passing of his mother, Mrs. Martha Ball Buckner Fletcher on Sept. 12. Mrs. Fletcher was 107 years old. Mrs. Fletcher was a life long resident of Thornton Hill and Peyton House in Washington and has been featured in both "The New York Times," •* "Gourmet Magazine" and i "Washington Post' for her knowledge ; of Virginia history and Southern cook: »ngGraveside services were held on Sept. 15 at ST. Paul's Episcopal Cemetery in Woodville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Martha Ball Fletcher Memorial Fund, Trinity Episcopal Church, * Washington, Va. Many Sperryville businesses are • busy preparing for various October activities scheduled for each weekend throughout the month. Sunday afternoon visitors of Mr. » and Mrs. Billy Wayland and Tiffany I were Mr. and Mrs. Michael Fox of 1 Luray. Happy belated birthday wishes go ■ out to Mrs. Hazel Deal who celebrated hers on September 10 and Ms. Donna Clark who celebrated hers on - September 5. " Mrs. Lillie Corbin was a Sunday : Homecoming : At Washington ; Baptist Church < . Washington Baptist Church will have their annual homecoming on Sunday, Sept. 29. A coffee social will begin at 9:30 followed by Sunday School at 10 a.m. and special worship services at 11 a.m. Special music has been planned for the day. Lunch will be served following the morning worship. All sorts of fun things are being planned for the day. Washington Baptist Pastor Phil Bailey and congregation extends an invitation to the community, former members those interested in making Washington Baptist their home church ■ - to attend. By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. Jenkins and Angie. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Baldwin and David were last Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen and Ashleigh in Washington. The Pullen's hosted a cook-out and other guests were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jenkins, Kirk, James, Christal, Tom and Ted and Miss Patty Atkins. Mrs. Ethel Jenkins and Connie of Aroda were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. Jenkins and Angie. Later in the day Mrs. Ethel Jenkins and Connie and Mrs. Thelma Jenkins visited Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Buracker in Luray. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on September 22. Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. FALL MUMS Are Ready At SUNSET HILLS FARM 23 colors (some new colors) Dir.: U.S. 211 adjacent to Rappahannock County High School, behind Christmas Tree Farm. Watch for sign. 987-8804 Subscribe to the Rappahannock Hows. Call 675-3338. 4 French Style Chicken With Apples 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 sliced onion 10-ounce can condensed chicken broth 3 tablespoons apple brandy, cider or apple juice 3 sweet-tart or tart apples, cored and sliced 6-8 canned artichoke hearts, drained and cut in half pinch each of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and pepper minced fresh dill or parsley Spray a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Brown chicken breasts on both sides. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. Stir in sliced onion, apples, artichokes, broth, juice and spices. Cook 3 minutes. Spread chicken breasts in skillet; arrange apples, onion and artichokes on top. Simmer, covered, about 10 minutes or until chicken is tender and heated through. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill and apple slices before serving. Calories, 241; Fat, 5 g; Cholesterol, 66 mg; Fiber, 3 g; Sodium, 252 mg; percent calories from fat, 18%. Golden Apple Oatmeal 1/2 cup (about 1/2 medium) diced sweet apple 1/3 cup each apple juice and water 1/8 teaspoon salt (optional) Dash each ground cinnamon and nutmeg 1/3 cup quick-cooking rolled oats, uncooked Combine apples, juice, water and seasonings; bring to boil. Stir in rolled oats; cook 1 minute. Cover and let stand several minutes before serving. Makes a 1 cup serving. Nutritional Analysis Per Serving: Calories, 180; Fiber, 4 g; Cholesterol, 0 mg; Sodium, 25 mg; percent calories from fat, 10%. Mulled Cider Serves 6 1 quart apple cider 1 teaspoon whole allspice 1 teaspoon whole cloves 2 sticks cinnamon 6 thin lemon sliced, if desired Combine ingredients, except lemon slices, in a saucepan. Simmer covered for 20 minutes. Remove spices. Serve hot with lemon slices, if desired. Cidered-Up Pound Cake 3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup margarine, softened 1/2 cup shortening 3-1/4 cups sugar “ 6 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup apple cider Combine flour, slat, cinnamon, baking powder, allspice and nutmeg. Set aside. Cream butter, shortening and sugar until ight and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Add dry ingredients alternately with cider to creamed mixture. Spoon batter into a greased and floured 10 inch tube pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 1-1/2 hours. Cool 15 minutes. Remove from pan and' top with Caramel Glaze. Caramel Glaze for Cidered-Up Pound Cake 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon soda 1/4 cup margarine 1/4 cup buttermilk 1-1/2 tablespoon light com syrup 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Boil 10 minutes, yield 1 cup. Cider-Rice Pilaf Serves 4-6 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 cup raw regular white rice 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon grated orange peel 1/3 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves 2 cups apple cider Brown rice slowly in hot butter in a 2-quart saucepan, stirring. Add slat, pepper, orange peel, onion and celery; saute, stirring, about 5 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons parsley and the rosejmary. Bring cider to boiling; Stir into rice with fork. Cook rice, tightly covered, over low heat, 35 minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed. Serve topped with rest of parsley. Nice with pork or chicken. Apple And Sausage Supper 1 medium cooking apple, cut into 8 wedges 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 medium green pepper, cut into strips 2 tablespoons diced scallions 1 pound link sausages, cut into chuncks 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tabelspoons cornstarch 1/3 teaspoon salt 1 cup water 1/2 cup apple juice or cider 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon vinegar Dash of pepper Hot cooked rice , Saute apple wedges in butter or margarine until tender, remove from skillet. Saute green pepper and scallions in butter or margarine remaining in skillet until tender; remove from skillet. Saute sausages in skillet until browned; pour off drippings. Combine sugar, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a bowl. Add water, apple juice, soy sauce and vinegar; mix well and pour over sausages. Cook and stir over medium heat until sauce is thickened and clear. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add apple, green pepper and scallions. Heat thoroughly. Serve over a bed of rice. Note: We have several local orchards that make their own cider. For a brochure listing the orchards in Rappahannock with apples, cider, and pick-your-own provisions, call the Extension Office at 675-3619. Or stop by the office on Gay Street. We also have several consumer publications from the Virginia Apple Commission on varieties, selection and recipes using apples. The Perfect Gift ...Anytime “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” tells the story of Rappahannock County and its people* The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquicentennial year in the Ilappabannock jfirtok plus stories of historical interest from past years. Featuring chapters on education, soldiers, doctors, slavery, freemen and integration, mountain people and the Park, The Depression, old mills and settlements, travel, entertainment, natural disasters, mountain justice and farming. The collection of articles was written by the ftappabarmock iittoi staff with the help and cooperation of hundreds of Rappahannock people. Stop by the Brtw office or call 675*3338 for your copy. “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” $11.95 plus tax and $1.90 for postage Upcoming Events Memorial Bingo Planned A special memorial bingo will be held in honor and memory of John Wayne Settle on Saturday, September 21 at Castleton Volunteer Fire Company. Everyone is welcome. Doors will open at 6 p.m. There will be •; plenty of food and rinks available. Moonlight Hike up Old Rag On Saturday, September 28 there will be a moonlight hike up Old Rag Mountain with Hunt Harris sponsored by the Ragged Mountain Resource Center. Call Hunt at 987-9061 for information. Meet at Mountainside . Market in Sperryville between 5-5:30 p.m. Return approximately 11-12 p.m. Quilting Classes Planned The Rappahannock County Family Community Educators (formally Extension Homemaker Clubs) will be sponsoring their quilting classes . during 1996-97. The group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday mom- ; ings, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at the Extension Office. Next meeting will be Sept. 24. A program or workshop is planned for each meeting. New members — both novice and experienced quilters — are welcome. For more information contact Betty Smith, 675-3592 or Charlotte Laing, 937-3511. School Night for Scouting School Night for Cub Scouting will be held at Rappahannock Elementary School, Thursday, September 19. All families with boys grades first through fifth are welcome. Registration begins prompdy at 6:30 p.m. Pack 123 has an exciting year planned. For more information, call Joe Peregory, Cubmaster at 937-6163. EMT-B Class To Begin There will be a EMT-B class beginning Oct. 9 at the Sperryville Rescue Squad Building. For more information or to enroll call 825-6849. Country Buffet Supper Set Join supporters of Democratic candidate Bob Weinberg, running for Congress from the 10th Congressional District, and Mark Warner, candidate for the U.S. Senate, at a country buffet supper, over Jordan Farm, home of Bill and Linda Dietel, on Route 629, Flint Hill — a fund raiser, 5 to 7 p.m., Saturday, September 21. For information call Dietel 675-3104, Trott 675-2663 or Schmidt 987-8410. Suggested donation, $15. Auction at Amissville . An auction will be held at the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department « on Saturday, October 5. For pickup call Paul 937-4954; JB 937-4218 or ! Jack at 937-5282. ' Benefit Dance Scheduled < The Amissville Volunteer Fire Department will sponsor a dance from 1 9 p.m. to 1a.m. Saturday, September 21. River Bottom will be the group ; performing. Proper dress code required (shirts must have collars) and you **■’ must be 21 years of age to attend. For more information call Sheila at 937- • - 4357. r Yard/Bake Benefit Sale The Amissville United Methodist Church will have a yard sale and bake sale to benefit the Church Renovation Fund on Friday, Sept. 20 and Saturday, Sept. 21, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call 347-0072. Case For Phonics To Be Presented ■ Mr. Robert Sweet, President of the National Right To Read • Foundation, will present "The Case For Phonics: Why Whole Language ! Education is Failing Our Children" at a public meeting on Tuesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rappahannock County Court House. For further information call Walter Longyear at 675-3679. Story Hour To Begin Story Hour for pre-school children ages 2-5 will start Wednesday, ’ September 25 at 10 a.m. and continuing each Wednesday through! December 18. There will be songs, finger plays and stories. Children must' be accompanied by an adult. No pre-registration is necessary and programs last about 30 minutes. Water Monitoring Workshop ; There will be a free water monitoring workshpp on Saturday, Oct. 5! from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m: co-sponsored by 4-H and Ragged Mountain! Resource Center. Call 675-3619 or 987-9061 to register for information. ] Shooting Matches To Begin Castleton Volunteer Fire Company will sponsor shooting matches beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 4. Prizes will include cash and meat. Twelve gauge guns only with no sleeves and no scopes. The matches will last for seven weeks only. RCHS Band To Perform The Rappahannock County High School band will perform in uniform under the direction of Cecil Scott at an ice cream social at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 27 at the high school. GED Preparations Resumes RLVA Resumes fall schedule to help adults prepare for GED tests and/or up-grading reading skills. The class will be held at the lower levelof the Rappahannock Library on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. Other times! by appointment. Call 675-3502 or 937-4279 for more information. | Cloverbuds To Meet The 4-H Cloverbud Small Animal Club will have its first meeting of the year on Saturday, September 28 at 3 p.m. at the Extension Office. All county children age six through nine are welcome to attend. For information, call the Extension Office at 675-3619 or Linda Terry at 937-5936. ! Shock Trauma Class Set A Shock Trauma Technician Class will begin Oct. 10 at Washington Fire Department and Rescue Squad. To enroll call 825-6849. Benefit Dinner Planned Dole for President Rally and BBQ dinner will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 28 at Washington Volunteer Fire Department. For information call Walter Longyear at 675-3679. Christmas Craft Bazaar Set The ladies of the Culpeper United Methodist Church Will be sponsoring their 10th annual Christmas craft bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The bazaar will be held at the Culpeper Unitpd Methodist Church located on Oaklawn Drive in Culpeper. To reserve a table, please contact Mary Lou Phillips, 825-0108.

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Make check/money order made payable to: Times Community Newspapers-Classlfled P.0. Box 359 Leesburg, VA. 22075 1 Antiques & Collectibles Estate Yard Sale - Waterford. Sat. Sept. 28. 8am-2pm. No Early Birds. Furniture, housewares, antiques, much more. Route 7 West to Route 9 to right on 662 - follow to Waterford. Left on Factory St. and follow around mill. Go over bridge then take first right. Sale at 1st house on left. Limited Rental Spaces for quality antique dealers: • historic Lucketts General Store, Lucketts, Virginia (Route 15, 6 miles North of Leesburg). 703-444-2823, (evenings). Auctions Absolute Auction, October 9, 10 AM. Industrial real estate, modem wood working equipment, lumber & Inventory of mirrors & picture frames. Complete liquidation, Guyer Roberts Mlg. Co. & Franklin Veneer & Lumber Co., Rocky Mount, VA. Call for brochure. Woltz & Associates, Inc. Brokers & Auctioneers 2 Auctions Absolute Auction, September 17, 10am. Modem Apparel Manufacturing equipment. Complete liquidation, Diversified Apparel, Pulaski, VA. 175 sewing machines, full line of finishing, spreading & cutting, bias & packaging equipment, plant air compressor and more. Woltz & Assoc., Inc. Brokers & Auctioneers (VA #321) 1-800^551-3588. Auction; 10 am, Wednesday & Thursday, September 25 & 26. Underground Mining Equipment. Big Rock (Grundy), VA. Resource Marketing, Inc. Al Thompson, (VA #2905-002197). 800-5281246. 3 Announcements Crafters Invited to apply to juried arts & crafts festival at Nissan Pavillion, Stoneridge, Va., Oct 19 & 20. Call (301) 7912346. BKlUUmER; SOME OF TOUR ADS WILE CONTAIN THE NEW 540 AREA CODE Auctions asiuBjjD!? 1 Mtf iMi Sunday, September 22,1996 at 1 p.m. (preview Sat. September 21 from 106) at ^4 Culpeper Auction Center * r_jiu rti.. _ ft. .i iM ’ TV Culpeper Auction Center ^ 12282 Sperryville Pike • Culpeper, VA From U.S. 29 Business (Main St., Downtown Culpeper) take 522 Fj (Sperryville Pike) to l/3 miles Htett. FEATURING: Fine furniture; Antiques; Collectibles; Old toys; Black memorabilia; CocaCola memorabilia; Figurines, etc. Over 400 lots to be sold. CONOmONS/TBMS: No hue's pramm, no resenes, cask ewUcart, check. Air conditioning, seating, food by Lakeside Catering. Call or Fax (540) 825-9045 for info. VAF #255, Auctioneer: Ron Leftwich. VAR A2137. AUCTION Saturday, September 21,1006 10 a.m. rain or shine 6389 Lancaster Drive, warrenton, VA TO settle Estate of Nancy Wyman Directions: Go to Warrenton, VA. Take Rt. 29 North to stoplight at Rick Hunt Ford, turn on Nordick Rd. to Lancaster St. First house on Left. Ralph Appleton 3-board Pair pine nigh (stands; drop-leaf table Pine coffee table; (will seat 10); Solid teak coffee table; Shen valley pine jelly Pine bedroom suite (like cabinet; new); Antique Victorian love Lady's chest; seat & wing chair; Window bench; Mahogany tall case clock; Antique oak fern stand; Banjo dock; 10-place setting Lenox Maple slant-front china; secretary; Lot crocks; Baskets; Hitchcock tea cart; Antique prints; Hitchcock 2-drawer work Lot antique kitchen table; utensils; (6) Hitchcock side chairs; Lot pits & pans; (2) Hitchcock Windsor Sterling silverware & chairs; flatware; Hitchcock 3-leeged stool; Antique serving platter; Pine Shaker side board; Victorian candlesticks; Oriental handmade rug “Lot rare Heisey glass; (room size); Pressed glass & cut Curio cabinet; glass“ LOTS M1SC. ITEMS NOT LISTED "All announcements at auction time lake precedence over all printed materials,” Auctioneer: Col. Tom Reese TERMS: CASH COL TOM W. KEESE Licensed Virginia AucMoneeer *000031 Bonded ancf Insured 1205 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA ' Phone (540) 825-2800 j 4 Building Materials Steel Buildings • Sacrifice on undelivered new buildings. Save $ S now - 16 x 24, 20 x 28, 30 x 80, 40 x 80 discounted delivery, free storage. Must sell today! Call 1-BOO341-7007. Steel Buildings: 5,000+ sizes, 30x40x10, $4,936; 40x60x14, $9,099; 50x75x14, $12,788; 50x100x16, $16,294; 60x80x14, $15,016. Free Brochure, Sentinel Buildings, 800327-0790, extension 79. 5 Business Opportunities $$Avon$$ - Potential $200-$2000 per month. Sell where and when you like. It’s not just door to door anymore. Medical/ other insurance available. 1-800-288-6311 Ind. rep. Be your own boss. Possible $2500 part-time $8000 full-time monthly, processing insurance claims for healthcare providers. Software purchase required plus computer. Financing available. 1 -800-722-SAMS. Consultant/ Instructors start or expand your business with Instrumented Learning. Learn marketing strategies and build a profitable consulting, training & seminar business. National program with training support. Register for free seminar Sept. 21st. Write or call, R&A Box 637, Leesburg, VA 20178; phone 703- “ 777-4830. Friendly Toys & Gifts: has openings for,dealers. No cash investment! Fantastic toys. Exclusive gifts, home decor, Christmas items. Call for catalog and information. 1800-488-4875. FUN ONLINE & $4U FREE Computers for Kids! A $499 solution to a $3,000 problem. Ground Floor MEM. (540) 547-9790. Homeworkers Wanted! 1000 envelopes = $5,000. Receive $5 for every envelope your stufl with, my sales materials. For free info Call 24 hour recording 310-514-4257. Fee. Log Home dealerships. Unlimited earning potential! Part/ Full time. Protected marketing area/ leads. Log packages from $12,000. For information call Brentwood Log Homes, 800-2645647 ext CP07. Snack Route, excellent cash business, top local sites, $1500+ weekly potential, small investment/ Huge Profits. 1-800-6176430, ext. 3050. 14 Farm Equip/ Supplies Farm-All Cub. Mint con- ’’ dition. All attachments plus lawn mower deck. S3500. 703-430-3714. 16 Garage/Yard Sales Real Cool Sale: Cool stuff, cheap! Even cooler stuff, less cheap! Saturday, September 21st, Washington Community Center, 12:00. Rain, indoors, shine, outdoors. For information call 6752375. 18 Giveaways Homeless cat, gray with white markings, sweet and gentle personality, needs lots of +LC. Would make wonderful companion/ pet. Call 703-7713205. Free kittens, 6 months old, manx & newborns. 540-439-9486 Free To A good home. Park German Shepherd, part Rottweiler, his name is Sparky, 1 year old Male. Please Call (703) 636-4728. 23 Horses for Sale Saddlery Liquidators We Have Moved The Show To A Massive Building at: Annandale Lumber. Sale starts Wed. Oct. 2nd. thru Thurs. October 31st. 26 Big Shopping Days! locations: Junction ot Rt. 66 & Rt. 15 in Haymarket, VA. Behind Sheetz Gas Station This will be a Christmas sale! We Are Thinning Out Our Inventory at Ridiculous Prices! Example: Miller sweaters $9.95; Miller Paddock shoes, $25 & $19.95; Leather Riding Boots, $39.95. 15,000 so. ft. Filled. We Will Not Be At Mosby's Tavern In ' December, SO SHOP NOW! Hrs. 10am to 6pm. Cash or approved check only. Cut out this ad for a free gift. Closed Every Tuesday. (703) 754-8237 Instruction. Piano Lessons in Rappahannock! BA in music, 10 years experience. Children and adults welcome. Call Susan 9373162. Garden Equip, and Produce It's Apple and Pumpkin Picking Tune at Moormont Orchards.... McIntosh Red Del Golden Delicious Pumpkins and Qourds-12 acres to pick! Bose Pears and Fresh Apple Cider Moormont Orchards Rapidan, VA 1-800-572-2262 OpanOattyStoSunMt 42 Mlsc. for Sale/ Rent Hunting Club Membership: includes use of 6,000 acres in Northern Virginia. Call 703-670'Big Screen TV For Sale: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments. Good credit a must. Call 1-800-7181657. Cookware. We stopped doing dinner parties. Beautiful new 17 piece, 7 ply, surgical stainless steel, waterless setl Retail $1499, Now $395,001 Encyclopedia Set or Franciscan China! 1-800434-4628. Diabetics! (using insulin) Did you know Medicare (or Insurance) covers most supplies? Save money call 800-633-2001 Liberty Medical. Satisfaction guaranteed. No H.M.O. Members. Mention 12040. Factory direct distributor offering the largest variety in the industry with over 50 different new model tanning beds to choose from. 1-800-6264252. Phographic Darkroom equipment. Beseler 67 color englarger with lens, PZ color analyzer. Unicolor processing tank with rotor & much more. $600. Omega Dz enlarger $120. 540-373-1152. Wolff Tanning beds: tan at home buy direct and save! Commercial/ Home units from $199.00.. Low monthly payments, FREE color catalog. Call TODAY 1-800-842-1305. 43 Misc. Wanted MARY GREGORY Glassware Wanted 540-967-0723 WANTED Horses, Ponies Cattle & trailers All types. Cosh terms. Will pick-up at (arm. (410) 987-5642 Wanted: Boxwood cuttings. Proper trimming of boxwood is essential. We trim every two or three years. We pay top price for the cuttings. Write or call: Highlander & Sons, P.O. Box 272, Gordonsville, VA 22942; phone 540-832-2175. ■■■■■■MM Personals 20/20 Without glasses. Safe, rapid, non-surgical. permanent restoration in 6-8 weeks. Airline pilot developed. Doctor apC roved. Free information y mail: 800-422-7320, ext. 239, 406-961-5570, Fax 406-961-5577, httpV/www.visionfreedom.com SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. ADOPTION Young happily married couple who cannot have children wishes to adopt baby. Will share photos, letters as child grows, if desired, will pay medical & legal expenses. Miriam & Jeff 1-800-484-3253 code 3103 Adoption: LOVING CHILDLESS COUPLE ( WISHING TO ADOPT AN INFANT. Willing to pay legal, medical expenses. Call Nancy and Sheldon. 1-800-8924164 (MVA) Adoption: Loving, childless couple wishes to adopt infant. Willing to pay medical/ legal expenses. Call Meg or Dave collect 703-4916882. 47 Personals Adoption: Nurse and devoted husband want to adopt an infant. We offer loving secure happy home.. Can pay medical, legal. Call collect Barbara and Richard, 703-5935057. AKC German Shepherds, black and tan, one male, one female, 16 weeks, all shots including rabies; on heartworm. Gentle, affectionate, 540-987-8059. Rec. Equip/Boats & Accessories Three Day boat saleyears lowest prices) Dozen dealers must sell 100 new 96/ 97 boats; September 20- 22; Showplace, Route 360 E. at I64 Richmond; 804-2885653. 52 Services Business 1st and 2nd Mortgages Fast. Any Credit rating. No upfront fees. Easy payment plans. Great rates. Call Charles Toney at 804-282-0588 or 1800-827-8909. Crosstate Mortgage. EARLY'S CARPET, INC. Rt.211,1 mile west of Post Office Amissville, VA. 540-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 Debt Consolidation! Cut monthly payments to 50%. Reduce or eliminate interest. 24 hr approval. Non-profit, licensed & bonded. Call Toll Free 1-888-795-7671 NACCS. Need Cash? Receiving Payments? We'll turn your annuity, mortgage, trust deed, lottery into immediate usuable Cash. Call Free Now for Best price. 1-800-659-2274 ext. 36'. (ToCmte Chimney Sweeping Relining Fully Insured Bruce Vierling 675-3508 55 Services Misc Any Credit Rating - Cash for Homeowners - No Equity Programs - Lowest Rates - No Up Front Fees - Local Co. - Mortgage South, Inc. Call Nelson -1-800-254-9506. T 4 K Cleaning Service. Residential and Commercial. 540-675-3418. References Available. 56 Services Personal JDEBT CONSOLIDATION FREES Cut monthly payments up to 3050%. Reduce interest. Stop collection calls. Avoid bankruptcy FREE confidential help NCCS Non-profit, licensed/ Bonded. 1-800-955-0412. 56 Services Personal Healing Service - an anointed healing service will be held at 7:00 p.m., September 28th in Frederick, Maryland for anyone with a physical or mental sickness. In addition to the Healing Service, there will be ministry for those who seek a fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit. Call the Word of The Dove Healing Ministry at 301-695-7975 for more information. Rentals Apartments Rappahannock Co., Slate Mills, nice apartment for 1 person in horse bam. $450/ month. 1 to 3 horse stalls $125/ month. 540-547-2980. Rentals House House for rent: 2-4 bedrooms, living, dining, deck, wooded setting, edge of the GW Park. $500/ month. $500/ deposit. Call after 6:00pm, 703-549-7954. Rentals Office OFFICE SPACE 280 sq.ft. Washington, VA. Priv. entr. Avail, now. $250/mo. incl. util. 1-yr lease, 1 mo. sec. dep. 540-675-3316 540-635-4392 Rentals Vacation Got a Campground ■ Membership or Timeshare? Well' take it. America’s most successful Resort Resale Clearinghouse. Call Resort Sales Information toll free Hotline. 1-800-423-5967, Ocean Isle Beach, NC vacation rentals. 350 cottages, condos 25%- 50% off. Quiet family beach 7 hours from Washington, DC Free brochure. Cooke Realty (800) 6223224. NC mountain rentals also available. Rentals Wanted Professional Female (Stockbroker), excellent home construction/ repair skills and solid local references, seeks interesting housing or house sitting arrangement in Rappahannock County. Short or long-term. Laura Skauge, 540-675-3771. Real Estate/ Owner For Sale: Townhouse, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, Winchester. Close to Rte. 7, 50 and 81. Reduced to $72,000. 703-729-0042. Rappahannock Co., two 25 acre parcels with scenic views. 540-6369388. Real Estate Lots/Acreage A Waterfront Liquidation. 5 acres - only $29,977. Priced Below Market! Was $39,900. Beautiful country acreage with mountain views & long frontage on unspoiled hardwood-lined mountain river. Swim, camp or just relax, canoe, enjoy trophy fishing. Utilities surveyed, ready to build. Special low terms. Won't last, call owner 304-262-2770. ABC License JOHN F. LORETTI and'' CHARLES W. GREENE trading as BLUE MOON' CAFE 11763 Lee Highway, Sperryville, Rappahannock County, Virginia, 22740-2125 Is applying to the VIRGINIA DE- . PARTMENT OF ALCO- . HOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a BEER AND WINE ON license, to sell alcoholic beverages. John F. Loretti, President ’ 9-11 A 9-18-96 #151481 84 Automobiles 1981' Volvo 2400, auto, - cruise control, delay wip-, ers, AM/ FM, sunroof, - f $1200,540-788-1303 ... 1985 Mustang, automat- * ic transmission. Power -,, steering and power locks. \ In need- of some work. Asking $700 but will take' , best offer. Call (540) 341-. 4961 and leave a message if no answer. Cars under $150. All models. Seized and auc-' ’ tioned by DEA, FBI, IRS;' . trucks, boats, computers* furniture and more. Avail-_ able in your area. .Call. ' Now! 1-800-451-0050 . ext. C2198. Chevy 1952 Pickup; Re-, stored, 5 windows, runs ’ good, looks good, new. paint, $5,800. (301) 7392627. Donate Vehichles - RVs - Boats - to Jewish' Heritage for the Blind. Tax Deductible. Free. Towing. Need not run. 1800-2-DONATE/ 1-800. 236-6283. Must Sell!! 1996 Saturn SL-2, power windows/ locks. Spoiler, upgraded stereo and speakers. Keyless entry. Fully loaded! Serious inquiries only please. Call 540-7527516 after 5:30. Ask for. Angie. SEIZED CARS FROM, $175. Porsches, Cadil: lacs, Chevys, BMW's, Corvettes. Also Jeeps*' 4WD’s. Your area. Toll - free 1-800-236-6283. Toyota 1983 Tercelwhite. Good mechanical condition. Needs body work. $600, must sell.*-, 540-349-9449. 85 Trucks/Vans Chevy 1984, 4x4, 38" super swampers, 8" lift, a/c, power steering/ brakes, am/fm stereo cassette. Rebuilt 350. Lots of new parts. $6,000. Call (540) 338-2788. Honda 1994 Passport LX with big tire package, 42,000 miles, 1 owner, AC, power brakes, power windows, automatic, am/ fm cassette, V-6, dark blue, trailer hitch. $16,400. Call 703-7711838. 88 Parts & Accessories SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts tor cars and trucks Some new pans Motors, tansmis sons snd parts instilled (it purchased here) Over 2.000 cars and trucks at all times. We Buy and Sell running cars and trucks. Open 7 days, Mon-Sal 8-6 Sunday 9-5 located Rt 229. 3 miles pest Ctipoper High School PS-2571

90 Employment Services * GOVTPOSTAL JOBS * NOW HIRING, START S16.74HR.-For Appl. & Into. Call between 09/15/96-09/30/96 1-818506-5354 EXT. 7235 91 Help Wanted $1000’s POSSIBLE TYPING Part Time. At Home. Toll Free 1-800-898-9778 Ext. 4600 for listings. A/C Service Sheet Metal Entry level position Good driving record required. Call Jody at 703-430-8500 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT To-maintain our high-level of professionalism and efficiency, we’re looking for administrative professionaist-with 3-6 years of related* experience, including sold receptionist experience, handling switchboards, indepth knowledge of general business practices and proficiency with Word and Excel on PC's. Must type 50 wpm and haye excellent organizational and communication skills. . You can expect a competitive; salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to learn and develop your talents. Send your resume to: Nissan Motor Corporation, MidAtlantic Region, Human Resources Dept., Attn: TCN918, 196 Van Buren Street., Ste #400, Herndon, VA 22070. EOE M/F/D/V. NISSAN ATHLETIC- COACH: Local, private school seeks basketball coach. After school practices; games held after school and early evenings, November through February. Resume to: Coach - P.O. Box 739 Flint Hill, VA 22627. CERTIFIED LABORATORY TECHNICIAN needed for physician’s office. Full or part time position available. Please fax resume 703-754-0384 ARTIST’S MODELS Male & female; 18 & older. For PT evening & daytime work. .$ 10/hr. Call Carol Vogel, 540-547-4385. BARN HELP WANTED Full & part time. All shifts available. Horse experience required. Middleburg area. Please leave message. (540) 687-3345 Electrician*- Residential mechanics and helpers, experienced or will train. Must have own tools and transportation to shop, located between Warrenton and Gainesville. We offer top pay, paid holidays/ vacation, health insurance (medical, dental, life), 401K retirement plan, 40/hr.+ work week. Sponsor of the Fairfax Co. Apprenticeship Program. Sundance Electrical Contractors, Inc., New Baltimore Business Park, 540-349-8200. CASE MANAGER V SR. ADVOCATE #7013-02 Full-time position in Culpeper to assist elderly consumers in accessing services to maintain or enhance independent functioning, develop service plans utilizing interdisciplinary team approach & perform outreach to identify potential clients. Exper. working w/elderly. Counseling & communication skills. Hiring range: $19,324.50$21,723/annum. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 9/27/96, to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 540-825-3100.' EEO/AA. COOK #7038-01 On-call position available for meals preparation in kitchens located at facilities in Warrenton, Culpeper & Orange. Must provide own transportation; mileage reimbursement. Duties include preparing meals. Exp. in commercial cooking. Some weekends & holidays. $6.20/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon. 9/27/96, to Human Resources, Rappahanhock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 540-825-3100. EEO/AA. CSI Now Hiring!!! Up to $6,000/ month. Deliver applications locally. No experience necessary. 1800-215-3344, ext. 6141, DISHWASHER Needed part time, weekends only. Apply in person at: Bleu Rock Inn Sperryville 540-987-3190 HELP WANTED PART TIME Two hand man types needed for weekend work doing fall home cleaning outside painting/cleaning/window washing and grounds maintenance. $8,50 hr. Call Denise at 540987-9043 and leave message for Mr. Gardner to return your call. OFFICE SERVICES SPECIALIST The Fauquier and Rappahannock Health Department is looking for an Office Services Specialist to provide clerical support to Health Department Clinics, 30 hrs per wk. at 7.91 hourly. Knowledge of office procedures, computer skills, ability to communicate effectively a must. Prefer experience in accoutning and medical setting. Send completed State application to: , Teresa Hutchens Orange Co. Health Dept. 350 Madison Rd. Orange, Va. 22960 by September 25, 1996. PRESS OPERATOR 8 UNIT URBANITE • 4. Day Work Week • Full Benefits Package • Goss Community or Urbanite Experience Preferred • Competitive Salary Based on Experience Send resume to: Loudoun Times-Mirror c/o Allen Key P.O. Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20176 703-777-1111 EOE RESIDENTIAL AIDE #7040-01 Full-time position in Culpeper to include evening & weekend hrs. Provide assistance & residential support to consumers w/mental retardation. Exp. with MH/MR populations helpful. DMV record check required. Position subject to drug testing. Hiring range: $7.49$8.41/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 9/27/96 to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main St„ Culpeper, VA 22701. 540-825-3100. EEO/AA. MH/CLINICIAN III #7036-01 Full-time position in Fauquier. Licensed therapist to provide full range of therapy to children, adolescents & adults to include crisis intervention, intakes, assessments & short term therapy. Must be able to independently assess & treat consumers with a wide range of symptomology & provide. clinical supervision. Hiring range: $30,849.00 $34,651.50/yr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 9/27/96 to Human Resources, Rappahannock.-Rapidan CSB, 401 S. Main Street, Culpeper, Virginia 22701. 540-825-3100. EEO/AA. Minorities encouraged to apply. SUBSTANCE ABUSE TECHNICIAN #7039-01 Monitor consumer activities & ensure consumer safety in Culpeper facility. Exp. in human services. Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. every other Sunday. Rate: $8.22/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 9/27/96, to Human Resources, Rappahannock-Rapidan CSB, 401 South Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701. 540-825-3100. EEO/AA. TELEMARKETERS WANTED $8.00 per hour to start. After training earn $8-$13 per hour plus bonuses. Top salary for mature, dedicated people., 6:00-9:00 PM, Warrenton area. 540-349-3980 THE CONYERS HOUSE INN & STABLE Is interviewing for F/PT positions: weekend housekeeping; weekend dinner service; weekend elder care; weekday groundskeeper. Call: 987-8025 Live In Companion For elderly lady. Must be reliable and responsible. References required. Call between 7am-1pm. (540) 937-5927. POSITION OPEN Walt Staff The Country Cafe 389-A Main Street Washington, VA Weekdays 7:30 - 3:30 or 10-4 Weekends 7:30-4 or 4 -10 675-1066 MAILROOM Part-Time • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday • More days approaching holiday season • Must be able to work long hours plus SOME weekends A Fridays • Licensed drivers a plus Apply in person No phone calls Monday-Thursday Sonny Wright Loudoun Times-Mirror 9 E. Market Street Leesburg, VA EOE COUNTRY MANOR MAIL ORDER CATALOG Sperryville. VA Part Time Seasonal Employment Telephone Operators/ Customer Service Associates Bookkeeper Evening & Weekend Hours Available Please call Bobette at 540-987-8372 to schedule an interview HELP WANTED Sales & Installers Reputable Business - Floor & Window Coverings - Need sales help, installers for vinyl, tile, carpet, pergo, hardwood and ceramic. Must have initiative. Send Resume To: LSO# 152404 P.O. Box 631 Warrenton.VA 20186 RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES $8/hr + Commission ! ! CELLULAR ONE, a fortune 500 company Is seeking Individuals with retail experience for full-time temp-to-hlre retail sales positions In Rappahannock and Leesburg. Position offers outstanding compensation package and excellent benefits. Call for Immediate interview: 1-800-938-WORK PRO STAFF FOR BUSY PEOPLE LIKE YOU CLASSIFIEDS CALL TODAY 1-800-852-4797 Obituaries Fred Payne Fred Lee Payne, 79, of Culpeper died on Thursday, September 12 at the University of Virginia Hospital. He was bom April 5, 1917, in Brasstown, North Carolina, to the late Frank C. and Lelia Hyatt Payne of Inlet. Mr. Payne worked as a dairy farmer most of his life. He leaves behind a legacy of many friends who also knew him as an avid coon hunter. Mr. Payne was also known for his mule driven wagon rides that he shared in many parades and charitable events statewide. Survivors include four sons, Darrell I. Payne, Dewayne Payne, Daniel C. Payne and Cary M. Payne, all of Culpeper and one daughter, Debra C. Payne of Tazewell. He is also survived by one sister, Myrtle (Carrie) Jones of Culpeper, one brother, John Robert (Bud) Payne, Sr. of Mitchells and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Ralph (Bill) Payne of Madison. Graveside services was held on Sunday, September 15 in .Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. Gordon George officiating.' Pallbearers were Roy Trout, John Robert Payne, Jr., Theron Nelson, Roger Gough, Atler Stanley, and J. Robert (Bob) Jones. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Hospice of the Rapidan, P.O. Box 715, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Found and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. J. Floyd Brown James Floyd Brown, 86, of Front Royal died Saturday, Sept. 14 in the Winchester Medical Center. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the First Baptist Church in Front Royal with Dr. Mark Jordon and Rev. John P. Oliver, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in Prospect Hill Cemetery. Mr. Brown was bom September 4, 1910, in Sperryville, son of the late Atha Lewi$ and Esther Jenkins Brown. He was employed by Virginia Trailways for 19 years after which he worked for the Town of Front Royal Water Department. He retired as a deputy sheriff for the Warren County Sheriffs Department. He was a member of the First Baptist Church where he served as Deacon and the Men's Bible Class. He was a member of the Front Royal Volunteer Fire Department, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #374, and the Warren County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America. Surviving are his wife, Bessie Hawkins Brown; a daughter, Nancy Brown Messick of Richmond; a son, Roger Floyd Brown of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md.; two sisters, Katie Brown Wayland and Lucy Brown Creel, both of Culpeper; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Pallbearers were Steven Messick, Steven King, Milton Hawkins, Jr., William Amientrout, Donald Hawkins and Alton J. English. Honorary pallbeares were members of the Men's Bible Class of the First Baptist Church, the Front Royal Fire Department and the IOQF Lodge 374. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, 14 West First Street, Front Royal, Va. 22630 or to the Front Royal Volunteer Fire Department and rescue Squad, P.O. Box 567, Front Royal, Va. 22630. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. « Martha B. Fletcher Martha Ball Buckner Fletcher,. 107, the oldest descendent of Mary! Washington, mother of the first; American president, died Thursday, September 12 at her home, Thornton Hill, Sperryville. Mrs. Fletcher was the widow of William Meade Fletcher, prominent Virginia attorney and pioneer legalscholar in corporate law, who wrote. Fletcher on Corporations. A lifelong resident of Thornton Hill and Peyton House Washington, Va„ Mrs. Fletcher has been featured in both "The New York Times”, "Gourmet Magazine", and"Washington Post" for her knowledge! of Virginia history and Southern cook-' ing. Graveside services were held on Sunday, September 15 at St. Paul's Episcopal Cemetery, Woodville the Rev. Jennings Hobson officiating. Survivors include one son, James ^William Fletcher^of Thornton Hill;! '^even grandchildren, Anne Meade 'Faulconer of Orange, Frances Fletcher Bedell of Fort Smith, Ark., Mildred Buckner Slater of Upperville, Catherine Meade Littleton of ColesPoint, Louise Miller Tayloe of Charlottesville, James Williams Fletcher, III of Sperryville, and! Majtha Stuart Trope of Richmond. Other survivors are 14 great grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to Martha Ball Fletcher Memorial Fund, Trinity Episcopal Church, Washington, Virginia. Clore. Funeral Home, Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Fall Activities Highlight Amissville As a weekly feature, I would like to spotlight business men and women in our community. We may have plumbers, roofers, piano teachers, electricians, or beauticians, just to name a few, -right here in the Amissville area that we could contact if we only knew they'existed. Our local stores and restaurants need our patronage to stay in business and may offer services that the majority of us are unaware of. If, your would like for me to spotlight your trade, leave your name, business experience, telephone number, and a little background about your family or Amissville roots in the box at Hackley’s Store. I will profile a different occupation each week. No business is too big or too small for recognition. The Rappahannock Athletic Association will be holding its annual election of officers meeting on Thursday, September 27, at the Amissville Baptist Church. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. For more information, please call either Dennis O'Neill at 937-5989, Gloria Deal at 347-7098 or Doug Baumgardner at 675-3496. Congratulations to kelly and David Mullikin on the birth of their son, Patrick Owen, bom August 7 in Fauquier Hospital. The beautiful, cool weather over the weekend is a reminder that fall is just around the comer, it won't be long before we have to use our fireplaces or By GLENDA GLUM L j woodstoves. Play it safe and have your chimney cleaned and inspected prior to using. Make plans now to attend the Jeffersonton Community Center's annual Fall Craft Fair and Ruritan BBQ lunch on Saturday, September 28. The Craft Fair is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. and last until 3 p.m. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tables are available for crafters for $10. Please call 937-5890 or 9374928 for more information. This Friday, September 20 and Saturday, September 21 the Amissville United Methodist Church will hold a yard sale to benefit the church's renovation fund from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. both days. Baked goods will be sold during the yard sale. For more information, please call Mary at 347-0072. Amissville Baptist Church's revival is planned for September 2225. Sunday morning, the guest speaker will bp Craig Wilson from the Virginia Baptist Board. Sunday night The Final Tribute CLORE FUNERAL HOME "The Home of Thoughtful Service" 825-2361 •1-800-924-1266 CEMETERY MEMORIALS Geest Funeral Home, Inc. 405 SperryviUe Pike Culpeper, Virginia 540-825-0395 Ca A. Wayne hngiish & John Noon Western, Funeral Directors Christopher C. Geest, Consultant Oak Springs of Warrenton ? Saturday, September 21 ★ Auction at 10 a.m. (Auctioneer Walter Elam) Ar Little Mlaa Oak Springe and Little Miss Tiny Tot Will Be Crowned at 12:30 p.m. Ar Music/Entertainment beglna 1:00 p.m. 614 Hastings Lane, Warrenton, VA 347-4770 Item$ to be euctloned: Camper Top, Kitchen Table, Four Chairs, Welder, Camping TV, living Room Suite, Weight Set, Solas, Chest Type Freezer, Dresser & Chest, (2) Dressers, Bath Vanity/Sink, Bedroom Suite, (2) Wicker Chairs, Stair Stepper, Automatic Washer, Old Tov Cars, Old Wicker Picnic Basket, One Redskin Leather Stetson Hat signed by Joe Jacoby Lots of Old Furniture. Misc Items too Numerous to Mention will feature Jim Thompson, youth minister of Grace Baptist Church. The home of Mr. and Mrs. James Settle, Melody - and Stewart in Amissville was the site of a cook-out and birthday party for Mrs. Colleen Foster of Front Royal who celebrated her day on Friday, Sept. 13. Those helping her celebrate were Ms. Kay Foster, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Atkins, Jamie, Rebecca and Ms. Rena Mae Atkins, all of Front Royal, Mr. and Mrs. James Foster of Gaithersburg, Md., Mr. and Mrs. A1 Dorch, Alida and friend, Stephanie of Stanley, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Carter, Crissy, Rachael, Mandy and April of Warrenton, Mrs. Mildred Riley and Mrs. Jennifer Riggleman, both of Winchester, Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Burke of Huntly, Sammy Foreback, Becky Gunter, Jennifer, Samantha, Zack and Ms. Carol Nicholson, all of Flint Hill, Mike Fletcher, Elzora Nicholson, Tammy Pullen and son,’ C.E., all of Washington and Chuckie Riley of Warrenton. Mrs. Foster received many nice cards and gifts from the family. Mrs. Colleen Foster is the widow' of Mr. James B. Foster of Rappahannock County who passed away on Sunday, June 2, 1996. Birthday wishes go out to Mr. ’ James L. Settle and Mrs. Janet Peregory who will celebrate their day on Tuesday, Sept. 24 Special thanks to Jan and Ron Makela for providing the box for the Amissville News outside of Hackley's Store, Don't forget to leave your news by noon on Sundays. House Tour Scheduled The 40th annual Rappahannock County House Tour and Dried Flower Sale, sponsored by the Episcopal Churchwomen of Washington’s Trinity Episcopal Church, will be held on October 19 and 20 in historic Washington. The event provides visitors with an opportunity to peek inside a few of Rappahannock's many outstanding homes. Dried flower arrangements, designed by award-winning local artists, are also offered for sale. Tour hours are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Afternoon tea, served from 2 until 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday, is included in the $10 ticket price. Tickets may be purchased at each of the tour homes* or at the Parish Hall of Trinity Episcopal Church. For additional information, contact Charlotte Nichols at 675-3500. RECYCLE

Washington Homes Welcome Visitors The community was saddened to hear of the death of Mrs. Mattie Ball Fletcher at the age of 107. Our condolences to her family and friends. Mrs. D.C. Welling and daughter, Anne Katherine of Fairfax Station were Sunday visitors of Mrs. Jean B. Moffett and they attended the funeral of Mrs. Mattie Ball Fletcher in Woodville. Best wishes to Jack and Ruth Preston who will celebrate their second wedding anniversary on Thursday, September 19. Happy birthday to my husband, Edward M. Clark who has his day on •Monday, September 23. Robert Falls, son of Tim and Edie Falls of Woodville spent Saturday Qight with his great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. ~ Saturday overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo were Crystal Mills of Estes and Samantha Falls of Woodville. On Wednesday afternoon Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz had lunch with Mrs. Alyson Sengstack and sons, Eric and Jason in Centreville. Mr. and Mrs. John Eubank of Sperryville and Mrs. Frances Eubank By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 visited Mrs. Vergie Hutchinson at Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal on Sunday. Sunday afternoon visitors of Mrs. Frances Eubank were Mrs. Sandra Hitt of Boston, Mrs. Mary Smoot and daughter Megan of Winchester, Hemdon Hudson and Mike Hudson. Sunday September 22 Dr. Randall Robinson, president of Virginia Baptist Home will fill the pulpit for 11 a.m. worship services due to the past, Rev. Phil Bailey being away. Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill was a Monday visitor of her mother, ( Mrs. Addie Keyser. Have a good week and call me when you have news for my column. School Lunch Menus RCES Monday, September 23: Breakfast: scrambled eggs/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday, September 24: sausage biscuit or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday, September 25: waffles/syrup or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Thursday, September 26: hot oatmeal/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Friday, September 27: firench toast sticks or cerCal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Monday, September 23: Lunch: hamburger on bun, potato rounds and choice of fruit. Tuesday, September 24: hot turkey sandwich with gravy, mashed potatoes and choice of fruit. Wednesday, September 25: pepperoni pizza, fresh veggies/dip, choice of fruit and peanut butter cookie. Thursday, September 26: taco's. steamed com and strawberry jello salad. , Friday, September 27: chili con came/crackers, hash browns and choice of fruit. RCHS Monday, September 23: chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese sandwich, fresh veggies/dip and holly ridge pie or com dogs or fish square on bun. Tuesday, September 24: steak nuggets/roll, macaroni and cheese, succotash and chilled fruit or tuna salad on bun, hash browns and fruit. Wednesday, September 25: barbecue chicken, parsley potatoes, garden peas and homemade roll or Italian sub, french fries and fruit. Thursday, September 26: spaghetti, com on the cob, orange jello salad and hot garlic bread or bologna and cheese sub, potato rounds and fruit. Friday, September 27: barbecue on bun, potato rounds and cole slaw or chicken salad on bun, potato rounds and fruit. Austin Williams Enjoys Birthday Celebration Brey and Jennifer Williams celebrated the second birthday of their son, Austin on Saturday at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Larry ■Conners with relatives and friends attending. Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Johnson spent their vacation on Wednesday at the . National Aquarium in Baltimore. On ; Friday they were in Reedsville and on ■ Saturday took the tour boat to Smith .Island. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Fox of Luray jwere Sunday visitors of Mrs. June Clark and Misty Hitt. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wharton and ! Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest spent from ; Friday until Sunday at Smith By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Mountain Lake along with other fellow Farm Bureau Agents. Mrs. Blondia Titchenell of Locust Grove was a Monday visitor of Mrs. June Clark and Misty Hitt. Concert Tickets Mailed Season tickets have been mailed to some 1200 Community Coticert Association subscribers in this sixbounty area. The 1996-97 series of top quality performances to be held at ! Culpeper County High School begin• ning Sunday, Oct. 6 includes famed ■ duo-pianists Markham and Broadway, Rhythm in Shoes — a group in performance of Celtic, clog, jazz and tap 'dancing, the Black Mt. Male Chorus 'of Wales, and the musical "Bamum." Subscribers will be admitted on a reciprocal/seating available basis to eight ■ additional attractions offered by the CCAs in Manassas and Fairfax. - Attendance is by season subscription only and these are still available, though the season is almost sold out. Each county has members who serve on the board of directors who may be called for more information or a fully descriptive brochure. In Rappahannock County these are Margaret Tucker 675-3481, Marjorie Atkins 675-3626 and Helen Ziemer 937-5450. Those wishing to subscribe directly may do so by sending checks with names, address, and telephone number made out to C.C.A., HC 72, Box 231, %X)W, Locust Grove, Va. 22508. Dial Classifieds Direc B The season ticket price for all twelve concerts is $30 per adult; one $10 fee will cover all kindergartenthrough-12th grade students within a subscribing family. There are some benefits received by subscribing as a patron, benefactor or angel. The brochure or above-mentioned directors will describe this in full to those interested. The very low ticket price is possible because all Community Concert associations across the country are non-profit and volunteerstaffed. Licenses Issued The following marriage licenses were issued at the Rappahannock Clerk's Office recently. James Andrew Chute, Washington and Cynthia Louise Wenzel, Washington. Chad Michael Raines, Washington and Loretta Lynn Alger, Washington. t: 1 (800) 852-4797 Real Estate Directory Real Estate Transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk's Office. Joseph W. Burke and wife to James E. Millar and wife, 13.3973 acres, Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties. $61,490. Sheelagh K. Bums to John Omalley Bums, parcel three, 2.86093 acres, Hampton District. Deed of Gift. Hannon B. Graves to Commonwealth of Virginia, 0.2676 acres, Hawthorne District. Gid Brown Hollow - Covington River flows through bottom fields on this 220 acre grazing farm. Well fenced and improved by a 5-bedroom modem home, horse bam, farm buildings and 2 tenant houses. $975,000. More Land Also Available. New Listing! - 102 acres wood and open land on Bessie Bell Mountain. Pond site - good road‘access. Several homesites. Well priced at $249,900. Also available as a 65 acre parcel and a 36 acre parcel. ' Small Horse Farm With New Country Home - 3 box stalls, 3 field stalls, good pasture. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, porch and deck. All on 3.99 acres for $224,500. Eileen M. Day, Realtors The Country Property People • Washington, Virginia 22747 * (540) 675-3033 A Cindy Robinson Russell Lee Kevin Day m M (540)675-3576 (540)636-3783 (540)937-3185 Monday - Friday 9-5, Saturday <St Sunday Fy Appointment ^ HORSE FARM Serious horse farm located between Flint Hill and Little Washington on the Fodderstack Road. Seven stall stable, barn and 180x180' riding ring complemented by adjoining acreage in scenic easement for your riding pleasure. Perimeter fencing is stone, black-board cross-fencing. 1,985 sq. ft. home with open floor plan suitable for entertaining. Offered at $450,000 @ 4% to SB. N671274. Appointment necessary. THE BUYER’S AGENCY, INC. It ** * 540-675-1190 Notice ^ Tax Sale by Public Auction * of Improved Real Estate in Rappahannock County •When: 2:00 p.m., Friday, 4 October 1996 • Where: Courthouse Steps, Town of Washington, Rappahannock County, Virginia • Property to be Sold: Owner of record: John F. Wright Tax Map 15, Parcel 15E 25.11 acres, fronting on Routes 637 and 647, Jackson Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia. And being the same property acquired by John F. Wright from Joseph A. Slemp, et ux, by deed recorded in Deed Book 162 page 59 of the records maintained by the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. See Deed Book 116, page 716 for plat of survey. This property is improved by a house and other buildings. . Property recently appraised at $168,000. • Terms: Sale to the highest bidder. $5,000 deposit by cashier's or certified check payable to “Clerk, Circuit Court" upon acceptance of winning bid. Irrevocable letter of credit may be acceptable in lieu of deposit if approved by me in advance of sale. Close within 30 days. Purchaser to receive Special Warranty deed as provided by Section 58.1-3967 of the Code of Virginia. Property will be conveyed free of all liens of record. Sale is subject to court approval. This sale was ordered by the Circuit Court for Rappahannock County, Virginia in the case of County of Rappahannock vs. John F. Wright, et als, Chancery No. 95CH-42, to pay delinquent property taxes. Peter H. Luke County Attorney for Rappahannock County P.O. Box 6 Auctioneer: Washington, Virginia 22747 Bill Payne, Reg. #000914 540-675-3836 Bountiful Bargains on Farm A Home Supplies-SaHMndsJtfHl i Full 3 Cubic Foot Pine or IJHardwoodr HiMu'ctgp n2.48 BACCTO “TBW 50 Pound Baccto Potting Soil •■4 K. J 'Jr *4.95 40 Pound •TopSoil g* • Potting Soft* • Cow Manure WJEATMOSJJ 3.8 Cubic Foot Peat ¥m s6.95 Blue Poly Storage Tarps (Stock Up and Sava!) 6x8' $2.98 8x10' J 13.98 10'x12‘ $5.98 Homelite 200 Classic 16" Chain Sav • Equipped w»h primer but) tor eaay 1 -3 pul «artm(j. •Row tip® gutde bars (1CT. ir, 14l4 16"). j. • Ptaied cylinder wall ■ • SaHtone'" mu#l*r lyaem •Anfi-vtiraOon system •Auto c*iam oiling. •Electronic igrUion. •Raker ill® senes Jfllow profile low-kickback Stan. • S*e-TvnpT“ antMdtbat* deuce • Cham brake. " Remington Farmers’ Co-op REMINGTON, VA 540-439-3254 Culpeper Farmers' Co-op Marshall Farmers' Co-op CULPEPER, VA MARSHALL, VA 540-825-2200 540-364-1533 Rappahannock Fanners’ Coop 87-8555 Warrantor Farmers' Coop WARRENTON, VA • 540-347-7100 SPERRYV1LLE, VA • 540-987-i Not al merchandise in sKx* at all tocabons-al sale Items available at sale prices unless otherwise noted in ad^^taj^jee^^ekveryostOTM^ce^^ecn^r«Mijja^N^egon^l^ra^j5og^h|^^on^^ PRETTY 9 YEAR OLD VICTORIAN 3 BRs, 2.5 BAs, 2.5 acres, distant mountain views, pastoral views close up, fenced, possible pond site. Large irregular shaped pod, deck and gazebo. Home in excellent condition with many extras. Fifty miles to Beltway. $269,000 Ask for Don Keithley (540) 347-1144 or (540)675-3431 r REALTY ^ HOUSE & ASSOCIATES 145 Sullivan Street Warrenton SperryviUe Realty SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088 / office ROUND HILL ROAD - Sturdy 5-room stucco home on 1.11-acre lot. $50,000. BOSTON AREA, 3.2-acre open and wooded lot on deeded right - of - way. $22,000. RT. 211 - west of SperryviUe, small gift shop - fruit stand complex, 1.5 acres. $40,000. James W. Leake 987-8236 Bud Corder John Eubank 675-3291 987-8146 SCENIC RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY A CREEK runs through it at end of road, charming older house, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, walnut great room with massive stone fireplace, porches, why-not room, secluded, now only $133,000. A CREEK runs through it at end of road near Shenandoah National Park and Little Washington, newish chalet, decrepit log cabin, panoramic mountain views, great for weekends or ?, 25 wooded acres, $185,000. A CRIK runs through it at end of road bordering Shenandoah National Park, 5.6 akers, mountain view, $49,000, terms. A RIVER runs through it near end of road and Little Washington, 10.5 acres wooded, mountain views, $75,000. tL LITTLE, WASHINGTON - Village homes and acreage. ROGER BATCHELDER, Earthman Still behind the rock wall on Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 540-675-1776 540-937-1776 Two Unique Homes Colonial Farmhouse in the town of Washington. Large LR, formal DR and a family room are supported by a nice large country kitchen. Three bedrooms and two baths. MBR with dressing room, cozy porch and additional private staircase to the family room or kitchen. Four small ancillary buildings add charm and useful work/storage space. All on 1/2 acre with big apple tree. $210,000 Starter or Weekender will appreciate this sturdy cedar home on 1 acre with pretty view of The Peak and creek frontage. One bedroom, living room, den, efficiency kitchen & deck. Good fence for your little loved ones or pets. $99,900 Two Unique Parcels of Land 38 Acres of gently rolling woodland near Amissville. Terrific building site overlookmg.large creek. Separate spring with potential pond site. Extremely private and quiet spot, yet very convenient location. Owner financing available. $99,000 10+ Acres with frontage on Rt. 211. Several acres of woods in front for privacy, large stocked pond and rolling pasture in back. Building sites in both woods and pasture overlooking pond. Available in two tracts for an excellent investment with owner financing. $79,000 Real Estate 01 Washington, Virginia (540)675-1373 Mitzie Young, GRI (540) 675-3555 Rick Kohler, Broker (540)937-6146 Rappahannock Properties ONE-OF-A-KIND MOUNTAIN ESTATE LOT for building your weekend or retirement home on 50-acre+ parcels. Paved road up the mountain. Five lots to choose from. Starting in the $150,000 range. ROOM FOR A HORSE. Very affordable near Amissville store. Spacious 3 bedroom house sits on 3.6 acres of grass and has mountain views. $132,500. PRIVATE AND PEACEFUL. Pasture, pond and almost 30 acres around this 3 bedroom house between Ben Venue and Rock Mill in Rappahannock County. Thornton River a boundary. $224,850. GREAT PRICE. 25 acres on gravel road, Route 615 between Scrabble and Castleton (sort of!). Good mix of pasture and woods. $89,500. ROCKY MOUNTAIN LOG HOUSE). Big house beautifully cared for and only 8 years old. Cathedral ceilings and rock fireplace. Walk-out basement. 25 acres with approx 5 acres in grass around house and bam. Balance wooded with two bold streams. $288,500. Plant Your Hooves in Virginia Horse Country Susie Ashcom, Realtor9 WMM Regency fi 1-800-311-FARM 221 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186 Having a Place an ad in the classifieds for better results