Rappahannock News, September 25, 1996

Repeaters on Sheriff's Most Wanted List Photos courtesy of the Sheriffs Office Donald Paul Estep Born Jan. 30,1971 Violation of Probation Howard Gray Born Jan. 12, 1961 Forgery Robert K. Estridge Born Dec. 31,1961 Bad checks Eugene Williams Born Sept. 2,1961 Breaking and entering, grand larceny Citizen Help Needed By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer This year's list of the Sheriffs Most Wanted contains two holdovers from last year's list and a few new ones. Donald Paul Estep, 25, has been evading the police since a capias was issued for his arrest in April, 1993. He is wanted for violation of probation. In May, 1990, he pled guilty to grand larceny and breaking and entering charges, for stealing a TV and VCR from the Amissville Methodist Church in November, 1987. He was sentenced to a total of 12 years, but Circuit Court Judge W. Shore Robertson suspended his sentence and put him on two years of supervised probation. Mr. Estep was last seen in Sandstone, Virginia, and prior to that in the Manassas area. Howard Gray, 35, was indicted in July for two counts of forgery. He is charged with writing two checks on the account of Russell Pullen of Warrenton. Mr. Pullen had accidentally left his checkbook at the Fauquier National Bank and Mr. Gray allegedly took thd checks, wrote out two checks to himself for $125 and $200, and presented them to Ben Venue Store on May 25, 1996. The checks were returned from the bank marked "signature not on file." Major Rick MacWelch, who is investigating Mr. Gray's case, said that Mr. Gray was identified from a photo See Fugitives, Page A-6 Sperryville Residents Oppose Sewer Rate Increase By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer About 25 people attended the Water and Sewer Authority's public hearing Monday night to' oppose a proposed $10 per month increase in rates from $21.50 per month to $31.50 per month for customers of the Sperryville sewer system. Chairman Eugene Leggett explained that $2.75 of the increase was needed to pay the difference between what the current rate brings in and the operating costs of the system. Another $2.75, he explained is needed to service the debt for the surge tank that the state is requiring the WSA to have put in. That leaves $4.50 to cover part of the cost of depreciation for the plant. He explained that the accountants estimate that the WSA needs $58,000 for depreciation and the $4.50 covers only $21,294 of that in the hopes that the equipment will last longer than is expected. "As we build up funds, they in turn will be earning money," he explained. We stand a good chance when a major replacement comes, we would be in a position to pay it or at least pay most of it. That's the philosophy we're taking here. We will have the expenditures some time. There is no solution except to start saving up even on a very small basis. It would mean 20 years from now there will not be a new debt piled on. That could be very expensive. We’re borrowing $97,000 now and paying back $177,000 even at the low interest rate of 4.75 percent.” Charles K. "Pete" Estes explained that he serves as a member of the authority because of his position on the Board of Supervisors representing the portion of the county that includes Sperryville. He noted that he can not resign, but the other members could, and they serve as volunteers with no pay. "It's a thankless job, believe me," he said. Ruth Kiger asked why the WSA borrowed the whole cost of the surge tank instead of using money in the savings account. Mr. Leggett said they could have done that, ’ "but we thought it was better to reserve that for contingencies." Carson Johnson said that money does not belong to the sewer system but t<h the WSA. He . ;.•» -•*. it.'-'* ■ J' .it.-!--. ■ ■ I ' *. said it had been used for such things as putting in a dechlorination system and paying the $8,000 fine assessed on the WSA instead of charging the customers for it. He noted that when the plant was originally built the entire cost was paid by the Federal government, but once it was put in the operation and maintenance was to be paid by the users through a users' fee. "Any improvements have to be paid that way unless we get another grant, and they're hard to come by," he said. Donna Coffey said when the sewer plant was put in people came to their house and said rates would never rise. "I'd like to know what planet they were from," Mr. Leggett said, but several people in the audience agreed that promise had been made to them also. Mr. Estes noted that when the plant was first installed it only required a part-time operator four hours a day. Now a full-time operator is required. Chlorination and dechlorination was required. He said the WSA has tried to hold down costs by sharing the expense of the operators with the schools and Town of Washington. Mrs. Coffey asked if they had been lied to. Mr. Leggett said the people who said the costs would not rise may have believed it. "That’s not a lie," he said. Mr. Johnson agreed that the people had been promised that the rates would never rise See Sewer, Page A-6 Old Rag Bulletins School Make-up Day Friday, Oct. 18, originally scheduled as a teachers’ in-service day, will instead be a regular school day for Rappahannock students. That day will serve as a make-up day for Sept. 6 when schools were closed due to flooding. Fall Election The last day to register for the fall election is Monday, Oct. 7. Regular hours for the registrar's office in the Commissioner of Revenue's building on Gay Street are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4 pm. In addition Registrar Nancy Leake will have the office open Saturday, Oct. 5 for registration and will have special voter registration at Rappahannock County High School from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, and at Burke's Store in Woodville from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 30. Voter registration forms are also available in the country stores as well as the Social Services office in Washington. Government At A Glance • Library Board, 10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 26, Library. • Board of Zoning Appeals, 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 26, Courthouse. • Board of Supervisors, 2 p.m., Monday, Oct. 7, Courthouse. Rappahannock Newt P.O Box 59 Washington. Va. 22747 (540) 675-333* (540) 675-3088 (fax) Voters Urged To Send Friend to Congress By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer Bob Weinberg urged about 75 people gathered for the county Democratic Party "friendraiser" at Bill and Linda Dietel's home Saturday evening to "re-elect Bill” and send him to the Hill as the 10th District Congressman. Bill Dietel pointed out that for the first time "in the history of the district we have a Rappahannocker as our candidate. We need to send the radical revolutionary Newt Gingrich back to Georgia by electing Democrats to the House of Representatives. It's wonderful to have somebody who does know the county. He and Wendy have contributed mightily to our county through The Theatre," he said. "He has been a stalwart defender of the values that mark Democrats apart from the Republicans. We know he will stand up for the things that are not necessarily popular, and he won't spend all our money increasing the nation al debt," Mr. Dietel added. Mr. Weinberg said, "Wendy and I love this county." He noted that they bought land near Slate Mills in 1968 and camped out on it during the summer. "When the cows started sticking their noses under the tent, we knew we had to build a second home. Like many of you we planned to make it our first home," he said, and now they have. "It's a wonderful place to live. "I find it very easy running against Frank Wolf. There are no issues where we're even close," he said. He added they disagree on abortion with Mr. Weinberg being pro-choice. He said they disagree on the environment with Rep. Wolf getting a 9 percent rating on his environmental votes during the first 100 days of the Republican Congress. "This county desires good environmental representation," he said. He urged voters to consider whether See Weinberg, Page A-6 Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Sharon Kilpatrick Bob and Wendy Weinberg visited with Miriam Harris, left, at the Democratic Friendraiser Saturday. Murderer's Arrest Sought by Parents By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News, Staff Writer The parents of Julie Williams, whose murdered body was found along with Lollie Winans in' Shenandoah National Park on June 1, held a media conference ijj the park last Wednesday to honor what would have ban ^fieir daughter's 25th birthday, to visit the campsite wWj| died, and to ask local media for their help in fitter murderer or murderers. Jfj Tom and Patsy Williams, in an emotionally/ meeting, spoke lovingly about their daughter. Theyfjjj ited the campsite twice prior to the meeting, ijnd Mrs. Williams said, "First of all, we wanted to visit the campsite where Julie died. It is important for us to experience the park, and to visit the campsite where Julie spent her last days. We want to feel her presence in some way, to gain some sense of what she may have been thinking and feeling...Julie picked the perfect spot, quiet, secluded, out under the trees and close to a stream. As we celebrate her life, the memory of her love of hiking and the outdoors, we know that she died in a place where she was enjoying herself; doing what she loved most.” Mrs. Williams said that she felt it would take a while to process what she and her husband learned from visiting the campsite. "It was a beautiful spot. It had everything she would have loved. How could something so awful happen in such a beautiful place?" she asked. See Murder, Page A-6 Dining in Style Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan '$ Over $13,500 was raised for the Rappahannock Unit of the American Cancer Society at a luncheon and jewelry fashion show held at Rick and Lindy Hart's home, in Hume, last Thursday. The money goes to research, patient services and education.

District Court Docket The following cases were heard in the general district court on Tuesday, Sept. 17 and were not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Anthony Edward Clanagan, possess marijuana, possess alochol under age, continued. Melinda Renee Draper, possess marijuana, continued one year, $199 cost, operator’s license suspended six months, fail to appear 8/20/96, $29. Michael Wayne Hill Jr., possess marijuana, dismissed. Eric Keil, possess marijuana, continued Oct. 15. David Raymond Ogilvie, possess marijuana, continued one year, $199 cost, operator's license suspended six months. Iimberly Ann Roth, possess marijuana, continued. Daniel Langford Selly, possess marijuana, continued one year, $199 cost, operator’s license suspended six months, possess alcohol under 21, dismissed. Thomas Michael Watson Jr., possess marijuana, continued one year, $199 cost, operator's license suspended six months. Azmi Al-Kurd, 72/55, continued to Oct. 15. Christopher Bull, 72/55, $51/29. Stephanie F. Delanguila, 70/55, $45/39. Joanna Helen Drury, no valid registration, $25/29, no operator's license in possession, complied with law, no seiA belt, $25. Jeremiah D. Ellsworth, expired reg. . plates, $25/29. Albert Baker Fravel, 71/55, $48/39, seat belt violation, $25. Reed Green Gillespie, no inspection, $35/39. Melissa Dawn Haines, reckless driving, 80/55, reduced to defective equipment, $100/29. Eric Joseph Lebherz, defective equipment, $35/39. Jeffery L. Mathias, 70/55, $45/29. Frederick E. McClanahan, defective equipment, $30/29, no registration in possession, complied with law, seat belt violation, $25. Sean Michael Noonan, defective equipment, $35/39, no registration in possession, $25/2. Tina Roseanna Perkins, 72/55, $51/29. Eduardo Lachner Recasens, reckless driving, 80/55, $125/29. Lori Jo Smith, 70/55, $45/29. Timothy Paul Tierney, reckless driving, 79/55, $100/39. Lavonne Gay Adkins, child restraint violation, dismissed. Laquina Moses Allen, 68/55, $39/29, no registration in possession, complied with law. Susan Volkmann Allen, 66/55, $33/29. John Martin Allred, 70/55, $45/29. Suliman Am Alsuliman, child restraint violation, $50. Richard Leroy Bender, 72/55, $51/29. Javier Beruff, driv suspended/revoked, reduced to no operator's license, $25/29. Christopher John Bould, expired registration, $25/29. Thomas J. Bugos 2nd, 72/44, reduced to 64/55, $27/29. Anthony Edward Clanagan, reckless driving/accident, seat belt violation, no registration in possession, complied with law, continued. Diane A. Clark, seat belt violation, $25. Timothy Allen Conklin, no operator's license in possession, $25/39. Nathan Craigway Jr., 68/55, $39/39, radar detector, $40/2. Jon Eric Davis, reckless dnving/accident, continued to Oct. 15 Juan Diaz De Jesus, 72/55, $51/39. David Webster Debrandt, 74/55, sent to driver's improvement class, continued to Dec. 3, $29 cost. Nancy Rachel Destival, 71/55, $48/29. John Canrad Donohoe, 65/55, $30/29. David Lee Ellisor, 72/55, $51/36. Eric Michael Evans, 65/55, reduced to defective equipment, $25/29, no registration in possession, complied with law. Barry Dean Ferguson, defective equipment, $35/39. Vanessa G. Gatewood, 73/55, $54/29, no registration in possession, $25/2, no operator's license in possession, $25/2. Simeyon N. Goodson, 71/55, $48/29, seat belt violation, $25. Natalie Kate Greiner, 68/55, $39/29. George William Grimm 2nd, no child restraint, $50. Dennis John Hathaway, 70/55, $45/29, no seat belt, $25. Timothy A. Hathaway, 71/55, $48/29. Frank Daniel Hogan, reckless driving, continued to Oct. 15. John E. Holsinger, 69/55, $42/29. Jonathan James, 69/55, $42/39. John M. Jamieson, no inspection, $25/29. Sandra Kay jenkins, defective equipment, dismissed, $29 cost. Lanny Ray Jones, expired inspection. $25/29. Ki Seo Kim, no child restraint, $50. Hubert Kruza, reckless driving, 80/55, $100/29. Susan Lauer, 69/55, $42/29. William Edward Leclere, 71/55, $48/39, no seat belt, $25. Jaeman Lee, 66/55, $33/29. Annmarie Letoumeau, no seat belt, $25. Larry Donald Lewsi, 71/55, $48/29, no child restraint, $50. Andre Macheret, 70/55, $45/39. Sean Marsh, 64/55, reduced to defective equipment, $25/29. Deni Reyes Martinez, drive suspended/revoke, $200/39, operator’s license suspended one year. Victor Manuel Martinez, 73/55, $54/29. Michael James Mccarrick, expired inspection, $35/39. John Charles McCoy, no operator's license in possession, complied with law. Martel Mingo, child restraint, S50. • Philip Stewart Moreau, 67/55, dismissed, $29 cost. Debra Anne Pearson, radar detector, $40/39. Mark’David Peet, reckless driving, 81/55, $125/39. Alexandra Quiniones, 72/55, continued to Oct. 15. Juan Carlos Reinoso, no registration in possession, complied with law. Kevin James Robins, 69/55, sent to driver's improvement class, continued to Dec. 3, $29 cost, no seat belt, $25. John Garland Russell IV, altered driver's license, $35/2, 74/55, $57/29. Stephen Eric Saunders, 73/55, $454/29. Hanspeter. Schweizer, 69/55, $42/29. Daniel Langford Seely, driving under influence, dismissed. Roy Anthony senter, no operator's license in possession, complied with law. Theresa R. Seyfert, 75/55, $60/39. Joel Spector, 70/55, $45/29. Richard Alan Stewart, 68/55, $39/29. Richard P. Sweeney, defective equipment, $30/29. ' Kevin Wayne Taylor, 67/55, reduced to defective equipment, $30/29. Reginald Taylor, drive suspended/revoked, $100/30. Mia Bumadette Turner, 74/55, $57/29. Gerald Ryan Valette, drive suspended/revoked, reduced to no operator's license, $25/29, expired registration, $25/2. Dung Hoang Pham Viet, reckless driving, $50/39. Ulpike C. Vonwulffen, 71/55, $48/29. Dung Tien Vu, child restraint violation, $50. Mary Inez Wagoner, 66/55, $33/29, no registration in possession, complied with law. Thomas Michael Watson Jr., windshield obstruction, $35/39. Timothy L. Watson, 74/55, continued to Oct. 15. Joseph Arthur Wenk, no registration in possession, complied with law. Eileen Sullivan Shelan, 72/55, $51/29. Barry Martin Whitehurst, no operator's license in possession, complied with law. Talis A. Wilkins, no registration in possession, $25/39, no operator's license in possession, $25/2. James Alton Williams Jr., 71/55, $48/29. William E. Wilman, expired registration, $35/39, no operator's license in possession, complied with law. Deborah D. Wooddell, 70/55, continued to Nov. 10. Jesse Lee Woodward Jr., driving under influence, continued to April 8, 1997, reckless drivirig, 83/55, $83/29, defective equipment, $25/2. David Carlton Wyrick, no inspection, $25/29, seat belt violation, $25, no registration in possession, complied with law. William Bennett Yates, 74/55, $57/29. Richard Henry Conant, 73/55, $54/29. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Town Council of the Town of Washington,Virginia and the Planning Commission of the Town of Washington,Virginia will hold a’joint Public Hearing on Wednesday, October 9, 1996 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay and Calvert Streets, Washington,Virginia, for the purpose of considering the adoption of Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to allow the Adaptive Use of Existing Structures by Special Use Permit within the Town of Washington. These Amendments would allow existing structures to be used for purposes other than their original intended use, when said original use has become impractical due to the size, construction, or location, of the structure. Under these Amendments, conditions specifically applicable to the proposed use may be attached by the Town Council to minimize conflicts with existing uses in the neighborhood. The text of the proposed Amendments is available for inspection by the public in the Office of the County Administrator of Rappahannock County, and the Town Hall during normal business hours. All interested persons are invited to attend. Respectfully submitted by Franklin B. Reynolds, Jr. Attorney for the Town of Washington, Virginia Please enter my new subscription to Rappahannock MtSuT^ Subscription rafts bp mail: Rappahannock^........$ 19.00/yr. Elsewhere in the U.S.$24.00/yr. NAME l ADDRESS___ | CITY--- STATE_ZIP__ . Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: , RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, P.O. BOX 59, WASHINGTON, VA. 22747 J This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS I OW Address: New Address: I ___ ' I \ —-- -*I —__ .___ The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is 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 Newt, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 221 AT. Notice Of Intent To Make Appointment To The Board Of Zoning Appeals For The County Of Rappahannock On Thursday, October 3,1996 at 9:00 a.m. in the courtroom at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, The Honorable William Shore Robertson, Judge of the Rappahannock County Circuit Court will receive public comment and interview candidates who are interested in being appointed to serve on the Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals for Jackson District. Candidates and other persons should appear in the courtroom at that time to make their interests known. Diane Bruce, Clerk Rappahannock Circuit Court County Emergency Log The following fire and rescue rails were routed through the dispatch center during this past week: Sept 16: 9:59 a.m., sickcall, Route 602, Madison County, Spenyville VRS. Sept 17: 10:15 a.m., sickcall. Route 610, Chester Gap, Chester Gap VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 5:17 a.m., hemorrhaging, Route 231, Spenyville, Spenyville VRS and Washington VFD. Sept 19: 4:46 p.m., vehicle fire, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 7:04 p.m., unconscious person. Route 643, Amissville, Amissville VFD; 10:48 p.m., asthma attack, Route 621, Woodville, Spenyville VRS and Washington VFD. Sept. 20:10:36 p.m., chest pains, U.S. 211, Amissville, Amissville VFT). Sept 21: 12:37 a.m., sickcall, Route 606, Flint Hill, Spenyville VFD, Spenyville VRS and Washington VFD; 1:09 p.m., auto accident, Route 231, Spenyville, Spenyville VFD, Spenyville VRS and Washington VFD. Sept. 22: 8:53 a.m., auto accident, U.S. 211/626, Washington VFD; 10:34 p.m., allergic reaction. Route 730, Amissville, Amissville VFD, Flint Hill VFD and Washington VFD. • The following calls came through the Rappahannock Sheriffs Office during this past week: Sept 16: extra patrol/welfare check,. Route 633, Washington; stray dog, Route 231, Spenyville; misdemeanor theft, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; stray dog, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; stray dog, U.S. 522, Huntly; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 633, Washington; ungovernable, U.S. 211, Washington; stray dog. Route 621, Washington; damage property, Route 600, Spenyville; felony theft, U.S. 211, Amissville; family fights, U.S. 211, Washington; intoxication, U.S. 211, Washington; bad checks, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; stray livestock/horses, Route 622, Washington. Sept. 17: stray livestock/horses, Route 622, Washington; public service, Route 231, Spenyville; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; residence. Route , 633, Washington; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 610, Chester Gap; felony theft. Route 610, Chester Gap; animal control/free text. Route 640, Amissville; info, gen.. Route 616, Castleton; traffic accident. Route 626, Castleton; info, gen., U.S. 211, Spenyville; residence, Route 615, Castleton; extra patrol/welfare check. Route 618, Woodville; suspicious incident, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; assist Warren County Sheriffs Office, U.S. 211, Amissville; public service, U.S. 211, Spenyville; public service, U.S. 211, Amissville; public service, U.S. 211, Washington. Sept. 18: info, gen., U.S. 522, Sperryville; harassment, Route 637, Amissville; damage property/private. Route 612, Sperryville; traffic accident. Route 628, Washington; info, gen., unknown; info, gen., U.S. 211, Washington. Sept. 19: fraud/insufficient funds check, U.S. 211, Amissville; bad checks, U.S. 211, Amissville; reckless driving, Route 663, Flint Hill; extra patrol/welfare check, U.S. 211, Washington; fraud/insufficient funds check, U.S. 211, Amissville; reckless driving, U.S. 211, Fauquier, info, gen.. Route 621, Woodville; damage property/business. Route 660, Chester Gap; fire alarm, Route 630, Huntly; info, gen., U.S. 211, Washington; dog nuisance, U.S. 211, Amissville. Sept 20: residence. Route 637, Hint Hill; repossession of vehicle, Route 668, Washington; driving under influence, Main Street, Washington; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 635, Huntly; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Spenyville; civil problem, U.S. 211, Amissville; reckless driving, U.S. 211, Amissville; suspicious incident, U.S. 522, Woodville. Sept. 21: suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Washington; extra patrol/welfare check. Route 633, Washington; citizen request assist. Route 651, Spenyville; dog in cattle/sheep/poultry, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; info, gen., U.S. 211, Spenyville; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Spenyville; assist Warren County Sheriffs Office, Route 673, Huntly; noise disturbance, Route 606, Flint Hill; info, gen., unknown; noise disturbance, U.S. 522, Flint Hill. Sept. 22: intoxication, U.S. 211, Amissville; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 633, Washington; info, gen., unknown; intoxication, U.S. 211, Amissville; info, gen., Route 645, Amissville; juvenile runaway, U.S. 522, Boston; civil problem. Route 645, Amissville; extra patrol/welfare check. Route 622, Castleton; assist Va. State Police, U.S. 522, Culpeper; walk through/security check, Route 622, Castleton. Auto Wreck Causes Injuries By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer An accident which took place on Route 231 early last Saturday afternoon sent Robert Allen West, 42, of Sperryville, to Culpeper Hospital. According to State Trooper M.C. 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Young Felon Moves Students to Tears By BONNIE PRICE LOFTON Rappahannock Neva Contributing Writer The students of Rappahannock County High School know what it's like to lose one of their own in a car crash. In the last four years, three recent graduates have died on roads in this county: Shawn Jordan (class of ’94), Gwen Bright (’92) and Brandon Hudsonpillar (’91). This is not to mention close calls, like the five Rappahannock students involved in a head-on collision right before school started this year. The kids can recite road safety rules like rites. Don't drink and drive. Always have a designated driver. Wear seatbelts, with shoulder harnesses. Stick to the speed limit. So nobody was too excited when Principal Jack Raines announced that the juniors and seniors were going to be treated to a presentation by a woman from the Washington Regional Alcohol Program. It started out predictably. The speaker, 23-year-old Kari Peters, began talking about the laws governing under-age drinking and told teenagers they were more likely to die in a car crash than in any other way. The students listened politely. It probably helped that the speaker looked like a finalist in the Miss Sweden contest, with her sunny blond hair, creamy complexion, glowing smile and stunning figure. After about 20 minutes, though, Kari started to get personal. "I used to go to parties and drink when I was a teenager. I did what everybody else did.” And she started telling the story of a great fling she had for her 20th birthday. It was at Virginia- Beach in July, 1993. She was a student at Liberty University in Lynchburg. She, her boyfriend Justin, and her best friend wrapped up a weekend of partying with a farewell visit to a bar which was known to turn a blind eye to under-age drinkers. Kari and Justin had five drinks each; her girlfriend had three. Kari's voice begins to quiver, as she talks about trying to decide who should drive. They headed home, with Kari behind the wheel of her father's red Nissan 300ZX. She rills in details with a soft voice that everybody is suddenly riveted to: Justin is vomiting out the passenger window, but he still takes a moment to reach over and fasten Kari's seat belt. His belt, however, isn't fastened — he needs the room to lean out the window. Kari misses the entrance ramp to the interstate, rides over the concrete barrier, sails 100 feet in the air, and lands upside down, with half the car hanging off an overpass. She remembers nothing about the accident. She dangled unconscious in her seat belt until rescuers cut her out. Justin came out of the passenger window of the car and ended up 25 feet below the overpass. He died. Her friend emerged with minor injuries. Kari needed 1,500 stitches, including those necessary to re-attach her ear to her face. There are large scars down one side of her face (though her hair mostly conceals them) and along both forearms. Kari's pain swirls palpably around the auditorium at Rappahannock County High. She's breaking up as sh§ talks about the guilt she feels for Justin's death and its impact on Justin's mother. She was convicted of involuntary manslaughter — a felony. Part of her sentence was 300 hours of community service, which explains why she start Baptists Raise Funds for Aids A CARE (Christian AIDS Response Effort) Fund has been established under the sponsorship of the Shiloh Baptist Association. CARE is a community-wide effort with the purpose of providing emergency funding for those who suffer from HIV/AIDS. The Fund is limited in its scope and disburses funds under the following guidelines. • Financial assistance will be made available to those residing in Culpeper, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties infected with HIV/AIDS when all other avenues of financial aid have been exhausted. • Eligibility for financial assistance will be determined by the AIDS Support Group case manager for Virginia District 9. \ • Payments will be made directly to the1>illing party. • Maximum cumulative aid granted to any client will be determined by the case manager based on the amount of funds available and the number of clients requesting assistance. • Covered items include housing, utilities, medical bills: related to HIV/AIDS (limited to emergency medical assistance provided through a private physician), prescription drugs and dental care. The advisory board includes members of the Shiloh Baptist Association churches and members of the community at large. From Rappahannock County Ellen Mustoe, a member of the Washington Baptist Church, is on the board. Those desiring help from the fund 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 at Yancey toad. 2 mite*. Watch ft* signs Wtwdville may contact the Fredericksburg Area HIV/AIDS Support. Services Inc. at (800) 215-8121, and speak with Susan Vaughan or Bruce McCoy. To make a contribution send a check payable to Shiloh Baptist Association, designate it for the CARE Fund, and mail it to 207 Sunset Lane, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Contributions are tax-deductible. Photo courtesy of Cindy Cummins Kari Peters holds the attention of RCHS students. ed giving talks to schools three years ago. She was invited to give two backto-back assemblies at RCHS, because all the students can't fit into the auditorium at once, but she declined, saying, "It's too draining to do it twice in one afternoon. I'd rather come back." So after talking to the juniors and seniors on Sept. 13, she again drove from her office in Vienna to address the 8th, 9th and 10th graders last Thursday. As before, she buttressed her story by showing a videotaped news clip of the crash, complete with her flattened car and interviews with grief-stricken friends of Justin’s. As happened on the first visit, the students fell dead silent during her account, except for quiet sniffles in the audience, especially among the females. But "the guys were choked up too, because most of the time they're the' ones doing the drinking," said junior Jason Baldwin. "It helped us a lot to hear it from her — [she] killed someone. We had sympathy for her; we’ll remember what she said." The juniors and seniors gave Kari a standing ovation, which added to Kari's overwrought feelings. "It’s the first standing ovation I've ever had," IMPORTANT TAX NOTICE 1996 REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX Bills have been mailed and are due December 5, 1996. Failure to receive bill does not relieve taxpayer of penalty and interest charges that accrue by law for failure to pay the tax assessment. ' If you did not receive your bill(s), please contact the Treasurer's Office at 675-3334. If you question your assessment, please contact the Commissioner of Revenue at 6753513. Payments may be made in person at the Treasurer's Office or, to avoid lines, mail payments to: TREASURER, RAPPAHANNOCK CO. P ft ROY 17 WASHINGTON, VA 22747 Frances A. Foster, Treasurer REGISTER TO VOTE Registration Deadline for the Next Section is October 7,1996 at 5:00 p.m Regular Office Hours: 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. - 1:00 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 for1 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 Leaks, General Registrar tolls open at 6:00 a.m. County of Rappahannock ;iose at 7:00 p.m. 540-675-3739 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Mon. - Frl r ■*&7’i&r she said later. Her talks at Rappahannock marked the beginning of her third school year telling her story. "This year has been harder than any other year. I've talked about it being my last year. I don't know how much longer I can take it emotionally." She suffers from migraines, which almost always kick in after one of her school presentations. "But I see the reaction from the youth and that's what keeps me going." At Rappahannock, she was surrounded by students after the assembly ended. A few gave her hugs, but most just wanted to tell her their own brushes with drinking and driving. Kari Peters was the first speaker in a series of assemblies planned for both the elementary and high schools by the Program Enrichment Committee, a group of parents who solicit private donations to bring special programs to the schools. shorin-rw OKINAWAN KARATE Wednesday @ Ki Theatre Gay 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 Join anytime Community Calendar Friday, September 27 • Ice Cream Social with the RCHS band entertaining, sponsored by the music boosters, on the RCHS lawn, weather permitting - 7 p.m. Saturday, September 28 • Dole for President rally and BBQ dinner, at the Washington Fire Hall - 3 p.m. (675-3679) • 4-H Cloverbud Small Animal Club, first meeting, at the Extension Office - 3 p.m. (675-3619) or (937-5936) • Old Rag Mountain hike in the moonlight - 6-11 p.m. (987-9061) Sunday, September 29 • Homecoming at the Washington Baptist Church - coffee social at 9:30 a.m. through lunch after 11 a.m. service • 4th Annual Art Auction, at the Middle Street Gallery, silent auction starts Friday, live auction - 3 p.m. Saturday, October 5 • Water Monitoring Workshop, at the Extension Office and Oldway Art Village - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (987-9061) • Auction at the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department (937-4954) or (937-4218) Sunday, October 6 • RCHS Athletic Boosters Yard Sale at the high school - 9-4 p.m. • Artists' Reception at the Middle Street Gallery - 2-6 p.m. Hospice Collecting for Sale Hospice of the Rapidan needs donations of used clothing, housewares, furniture, exercise equipment, small appliances, books, etc., for an upcoming fund raiser. A collection drive will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, on Saturday, Sept. 28, in the parking lot at Mulberry Commons, 1200 Sunset Lane in Culpeper. "We can use almost anything in good condition, except mattresses, food, fur, and large appliance?," says Page Smith, director of community outreach. The merchandise will be sold from October through December at the White Elephant Consignment Store in Warrenton. Hospice of the Rapidan's share of the money will provide medical care, social services and volunteer support to terminally ill patients and their families. Proceeds will be shared with Fauquier Altrusa Club, The Fauquier SPCA, Rappahannock Animal Welfare League, and Parent Advocates for Gifted Education. "Community involvement in this project is very important. Fund raisers help us continue to provide services to everyone without charging them for care," Ms. Smith said. 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-—ftappaljannocfe -— 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 ' mm ■ «• i » m Editorials —I.— Sewer Rates The frustration of customers of the Sperryville sewer system with rising rates is shared by the members of the Water and Sewer Authority. As the customers learned at Thursday's hearing $5.50 of the proposed $10 per month increase is unavoidable. Half will close a $9,000 deficit in the operating budget, and half will go to repay the loan for the surge basin being added to the plant. The debate was over the additional $4.50 to be saved for future major expenses the plant. For two years in a row accountants auditing WSA books have suggested the WSA set rates to bring in $58,000 per year for depreciation of the plant. The $4.50 additional would only bring in about $21,300. Unfortunately more than half the life expectancy for most of the major components of the plant has passed. In spite of the pleas of those in attendance at the public hearing that the WSA wait longer to start saving for the future, that would not be wise. It will only cost the sewer system customers more money in the long rim. Coaching Positions A hullabaloo is brewing at the high school because two new teachers have been offered positions coaching sports that were coached by non school system employees in past years. The administration claims it is only following the rules of the Virginia High School League. Indeed the rule is that coaches should be full-time teachers. But the VHSL provides for many exceptions to that rule. College students, school administrators, retired teachers and teachers’ aides can all be hired as coaches as exceptions to that rule. In addition people who do not fit any of those exceptions may be hired for one sport each if the principal notifies the VHSL that the school wishes to employ them. ‘ The school administration is taking the position that requesting such an exception is only allowed if no teacher is qualified and willing to coach. Since the notification does not require the principal to so state, that is not clear, and indeed, there is evidence other schools are not following that policy. Certainly there are advantages to the high school in having a coach on the regular staff. All three sports seasons are plagued with the need to reschedule athletic competitions because of weather. It is easier to make sure the coach knows of the changes if he or she works in the building during the day. However, in the case of soccer the controversy seems truly gratuitous. There are funds in the budget for both varsity and junior varsity coaches. If the interest is there, those could instead become boys' and girls' teams. The suspicion that the purpose of the exercise is to eliminate the junior varsity soccer program in favor of junior varsity programs in baseball and softball seems justified. .. for this absolutely bottom of Hie line* total player I X peckoge - shall *e begin. Hie price «t *500?. .*475? > *450?. .*400?... .300?.. ... .*200?!??" \_-r km ywkf for Qflwr W \J PPO *T“ / 8APR4MA N HOCK Co/ Our Rappahannock Heritage Mailboxes and munis greet the motorist who arrives at the end of Route 632 in Huntly. Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Letters to the Editor Be Fair To the Editor: I must respond to your headline article in the September 4 issue concerning local SAT scores. My genuine happiness about the RCHS math scores turned to disbelief at your choice of headline as I read the article and chart listing WCDS combined scores. Given those scores, the article might have been titled, "WCDS SATs Tops in Area." Was your headline an error? At Wakefield Country Day School students are taught from an early age that details must support the main idea! It is possible to write positive articles about public schools, private schools, and homeschools without bashing the alternatives. Why not write about the excellent departments at RCHS and WCDS and explore the changes that are being made to address weaknesses? At WCDS the Saxon math program has been adopted this year; there are new teachers in math and science and a sense of enthusiasm. The Rappahannock News should join the effort of many parents, coaches, and teachers in showing our county youth by example that one can "Be Proud" and "Be Fair.” DIANE WOOD Washington Environment Needs Clinton To the Editor: As we move closer to another election, I'm thinking a lot about issues that are particularly important to Rappahannock County. This leads naturally to environmental issues. Looking up at Skyline Drive this past weekend, it was tempting to think our environment is secure and clean and not really a problem at all. But I am quickly reminded of all the days we can't even see Skyline Drive, when the mountains are buried in a deep smog generated hundreds of miles away in the Ohio Valley. The reality is that we still have a long way to go. In 1992, when Bill Clinton entered the White House, it looked like we had a President who would not only be friendly toward environmental issues but who actually cared about the envi-* ronment. Vice President Gore had just published his book, Earth in the Balance, that talked about the environment in strategic terms, and argued ' that consideration of the environment should play an important role in the development of technology and government policy and legislation. But it has been an uphill battle. The easiest case to make for Clinton's environmental record would be to discuss Dole's record, one of the worst in Congress, including his serving as point man for Republican efforts to weaken the Clean Air Act in 1990. But in the spirit of Clinton's desire to make this a positive campaign, it is probably more appropriate to talk about progress, and there have been some positive developments. Advances in the past four years include new regulations to protect air and water resources from pollution, continuing the ban on oil drilling in the Arctic Refuge, passage of the California Desert Protection Act, and the commitment of resources to clean up and preserve the Florida .Everglades. Clinton has also expanded the public's "right-to-know" about toxic releases and required industry to release information on toxic releases to the public. But the single most iiftportant contribution of the Clinton White House to the environmental cause has been his perseverance in fighting off the forces within Congress intent on slashing environmental protection efforts along with the budget of the Environmental Protection Agency. We should hope that in his second term, Bill Clinton will have still greater success in enacting important legislative reforms, particularly to the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and Superfund. Perhaps we can even help give him a Democratic Cbngress to improve his chances. It's important to Rappahannock County. ANDREW M. PLATT . Rock Mills The Pains Of Change To the Editor: WeH, It's happening again! The cosmic forces of change are gathering and coalescing to do their work on my life. I will miss the old steel bridge on the west bound lanes of Route 211 over the Rappahannock River. I will miss driving among the trees and through the welcoming arch of the steel truss and being able to look down to see the river water flowing over rocks. I will miss feeling the strength of the structure, the expressive steel sinews, the nuts and bolts, the structural beauty, the muscle and character of design. But, I also miss Woodward and Lothrop's, Garfinckel's, Lewis and Thomas Saltz, Arthur Adler's, Bertram's pipes, Mayflower wines, Duke Ziebert's, Joe and Mo's, etc. etc. I guess the mayor of our nations capitol was right for once when he said "Hey, get used to it." TOM TEPPER Castleton Support Dole To the Editor: We need someone in the White House who is honest, competent and trustworthy. America needs a president who is true to his word, doesn't flip flop on the issues, and won't change the facts to suit his political needs. Our nation needs a leader who says what he means, and means what he says. We don't need someone who has an escape clause in every state ment he makes and talks more like a slippery lawyer than a genuine leader. As Republican leader of the U.S. Senate, Bob Dole had the strong, unanimous support of every Democrat in the Senate. Why? Because they knew that they could trust him. His word was as good as a written contract. Bob Dole needs and deserves the support of Rappahannock voters. One way people can show their support is to attend the Dole-Kemp rally this Saturday, Sept. 28, in the Washington Fire Hall. Congressman Frank -Wolf will be there to address the accomplishments of the Republican Congress. Bring your camera and have your photo taken with Newt Gingrich. We will begin at 3 p.m. with an all-you-can-eat BBQ chicken dinner. If you don’t want dinner, the rally program will begin around 3:45 p.m. All events other than the dinner are free. WALTER LONGYEAR Chairman, Rappahannock' County Republican Committee Lights Saluted To the Editor: The American Streetscape Society salutes Charles Eldred and the Town of Washington for the handsome new "radial-wave" street lights installed in town last month. These lights are modem and energyefficient, yet closely resemble the 1930s-era fixtures they replaced. Washington is only the second community in the nation to install these interesting new lights, after Kennebunk, Maine. Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, hopes to become third. The classic radial-wave street light, which dates back to 1900, was not available for 30 years until the Pemco Lighting Co. of Wilmington, Del., introduced its modem version last year. We hope Sperryville and other historic Virginia towns will follow Washington's example and install these ornamental lights, too. BARRY WILLIAMS President, American Streetscape Society Washington, D.C. Dismayed By Denuding To the Editor: I was dismayed after viewing the recent denuding of the land that has been done in the name of progress at the juncture of 29/211, commonly known as Clevinger’s Comer. It doesn’t make sense that in order to develop a piece of property the land has to be completely cleared of all trees, bushes, and topsoil. Even storage sheds would benefit from the shade a tree could provide. I realize that this area has been designated as a high density growth area for the near future, and a lot more development can be expected. I wonder if the Culpeper Planning Commission has looked at a long range plan on how best to preserve the beauty of this part of the county and at the same time meet the commercial needs of a growing area. Isn’t it important that we as a com- „ munity become involved in the future planning, or should we leave it to the developer to exercise his environmental conscience? BETH TURNER Warrenton The Time Machine From the Rappahannock News back when 30 Year Ago Thursday, September 22, 1966 r^he acute drought situation in Rappahannock was broken last X. week as a total of 4.40 inches of rainfall was recorded at the official weather station in Washington. An Arts and Crafts Show will be held at the Rappahannock County Library, in Washington, on Oct. 21, 22 and 23 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Charles R. "Zippy" Clater, Jr. of Warrenton arrived this week in Tokyo, Japan where he will spend thirty months as a missionary for the Morman Church. 20 Years Ago Thursday, September 23, 1976 Cabins, mills, bams and large homes which were built in the eighteenth century are the subjects of a slide show scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, at the Flint Hill fire hall, beginning at 8 p.m. Winner of the ball game played Sunday at Washington was the Flint Hill Soft Ball team with a score of 95 over the Rappahannock Poor Boys. A Billy Graham film entitled "Corrie" will be shown at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville on Sunday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. 10 Years Ago Thursday, September 26, 1986 mhe Thirtieth Annual Rappahannock House Tour JL and Dried Flower Sale will be held on Oct. 18 and 19. Washington's Architectural Review Board delayed approving applications from Camille Harris and Pat Foster for signs advertising businesses to be located at their home, the Foster-Harris House on Main Street.

Panthers Polish Off Luray Rappahannock girls swept a twoway cross country meet at Luray Monday, while the boys were almost as successful. The girls finished first through fifth for a perfect score of 15. Meghan Fairbrother was first in a time of 23:47. Jessica Gheen was second in 25:52. Emily Sims, Caroline Baumgardner and Lauren Sharp finished third, fourth and fifth. Rappahannock runners Robyn Kaye and Beth Yowell finshed sixth and seventh leaving Luray runners to start at eighth place. The girls won 15 to 50. In the boys' competition Rappahannock runners finished second through sixth. Chris Sause ran second in a time of 20:34 behind Luray's best runner who had a time of 18:34. Jeff Atkins was the second Rapp runner and third overall with a time of 20:51. Matt Wolfe, Chad Heddleston and Chris Dennis finished fourth through sixth. Panther runners Mark Williams and Caleb Proper finished seventh and eighth, pushing the other Luray runners back to ninth through ' 12th place for a score of 20 to 43 for Rappahannock. Rappahannock boys finished second to Central in a six way cross country meet at Central last Wednesday while the girls finished third in fourway competition. Chris Sause was fifth overall and first for the Panther squad with a time of 18:04. Caleb Proper was the eighth overall and the second Rappahannock runner with a time of 18:31, while Matt Wolfe finished 10th overall and third for Rappahannock with a time of 18:35. Rounding out the field for the Panthers were Chad Heddlesdon, 15 th overall, and Tommmy Baldwin, 20th. Jeff Atkins was 22nd and Chris Dennis was 23rd. < Central finished with a score of 32 to Rappahannock's 58, 116 for Manassas Park, 118 for Stonewall Jackson, 163 for Page County and 164 for Luray. On the girls side Meghan Fairbrother was first overall as well as first for Rappahannock with a time of 21:05. Jessica Gheen was seventh overall and second for Rappahannock with a time of 22:41, and Emily Sims was third for Rappahannock and 14th overall with a time of 23:23. Allison Lofton and Lauren Sharp rounded out the first I Rapp Gets 2nd Win By BROOKE MILLER Rappahannock Newj Contributing Writer An eight run rally was not needed Saturday for Rappahannock's Minor League baseball team in their Fauquier Fall Baseball League game. They cruised to a six run lead in the second and went on to a 17-4 win in their second game of the season. This victory lifts their record to a perfect 2-0. Steady pitching, good hitting, base running and fielding created a j formula for victory over the visiting I team from | Calverton/Catlett/Casanova. Leading the hitting attack for j Rappahannock were Alex Sharp, and ' Jason Settle with two hits each. Jacob Dodson, Timmy Clanagan, David Miller, and James Hensey had one hit each. Nick Raiford pitched three innings and recorded nine strikeouts to earn the win. Alex sharp pitched two innings and recorded five strikeouts. Rappahannock's next game is soon September 28 against Remington at Pearson Elementary in Catlett. The team roster include Alex Sharp, Jason Jenkins, Jacob Dodson, Nick Raiford, Timmy Clanagan, Will Miller, David Miller, Ben Hahn, Carl Thornhill, James Hensey and Shane Tucker. jWCDS Opens With Loss Wakefield Country Day Scjiool kicked off its '96 soccer season with a 5-0 loss to Shenandoah Valley Christian Academy last Friday. SVCA, which has lost just twice in two years, controlled the game ffom the outset. However, the Owl defense played tough and contained SVCA's high powered offense. Two of SVCA's goals were scored off of penalty kicks. 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Fort Defiance was first with a score of 57, Turner Ashby second with 83 points and Harrisonburg third with a score of 98. Rappahannock scored 220. Among the girls Meghan Fairbrother was 12th, Jessica Gheen was 28th, Caroline Baumgardner 33rd, Alison Lofton 42nd, Emily Sims 51st, Lauren Sharp 66th and Beth Yowell 72nd. Spotswood was first with a score of 37, and Turner Ashby second with a score of 101. Rappahannock's score was 166. ' Coach David van de Graaff said, "The season is loaded up with the maximum number of meets. The three invitationals give the kids a good glimpse of what it’s like throughout the state.” He is particularly pleased that his runners will be competing in the William and Mary Invitational meet Saturday, Oct. 5 in Williamsburg because William and Mary is tops in the state in collegiate competition. Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Richie Diehl finishes for RCHS in the Eastern Menonite Invitational meet. Luray Gets Wins in Basketball Both varsity and JV girls' basketball teams dropped games to Luray at Luray last Thursday. They will have the opportunity to prove they learned from the experience with home games this Thursday. The Lady Bulldogs defeated the Panther, varsity 26-38. "They are a really tough team." Coach Laura Conklin said. She said Luray was getting rebounds and with quick outlet passes setting up for easy layups at the other end pf the floor. "What hurt us was that we weren't getting the rebounds," she said. She said she hoped her team would correct its problems by Thursday's home rematch. Sonya Wigington led the offense with 22 points and seven rebounds. Dawn Havstad added 10 points and eight rebounds. The JV also went down 40-23. Coach Rhonda Jenkins said her team's play was "sloppy" at Luray. "Our shots aren't falling," she said.' "We still aren't pulling in the offensive rebounds." Mandolyn Ashby and Alice Gentry paced the offense with six points each. 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► Fugitives From Page A-l line-up shown to two clerks who work at Ben Venue Store. Also, he said, Mr. Gray also has outstanding indictments for forgery in Fauquier County. The Sheriffs Office believes Mr. Gray may be staying in the Culpeper area. Eugene Williams, 35, is wanted on one charge of breaking and entering and two charges of grand larceny. Major MacWelch believes that Mr. Williams fled the area when he realized he was a suspect in an investigation of several items missing from the home of J.T. Taylor in Laurel Mills. Mr. Taylor had rented out a room in his house to Mr. Williams and noticed that many items were missing, worth a total of $1,198. After checking with several local pawnshops, Major MacWelch was able to recover a stereo, tool box with tools, metal detectors, electronic drills, rifle reloading supplies and Civil War bullets. On May 25, said Major MacWelch, Mr. Williams was the subject of a pursuit through a wooded area by the Belmont, New Hampshire, Police Department. Mr. Williams abandoned his vehicle, was chased with dogs, but got away. His last known address was in Bealeton, and he has ties in this area. Robert K. Estridge, 46, is charged with three misdemeanor bad check charges. He passed a bad check to the Flint Hill Store on Sept. 10,1995 for $65.41 and is charged with passing two more checks to Mayhugh's earlier this month for $46:26 and $23.28. He has been indicted for bad checks in Fauquier County too. Major Mac Welch believes that Mr. Estridge has fled to Texas, but he has family ties in the Fauquier County area. Mark Allen Hancock, a 25-yearold white male, is wanted for violation of probation. A capias was issued for him on Nov. 30, 1995. In 1990 he was sentenced to 11 years for grand larceny and breaking and entering. He went through the CDI program in lieu of going to prison and was then placed on two years supervised probation. Several attempts to subpoena him to ► Murder From Page A-l Though the Williamses said they are very concerned about the trail (to the murderer) growing colder, they said, "We are confident the authorities are looking at every potential possibility. We have every confidence that the murderer or murderers will be found." FBI Supervisory Special Agent Bill Falls attended the meeting and said that he was there to show support for the family, and that the FBI was looking for any information that anyone who may have been in the park at that time may have (Julie and Lollie registered for their park stay on May 19; their bodies were found on June 1). Though Shenandoah National Park spokesman Greg Stiles maintained that he had honestly related the facts when he said at the beginning of the murder investigation that he was not sure it was a homicide (even though the womens' hands were bound and their throats were slashed), FBI Agent Falls said that it was a homicide investigation from the beginning. When asked by one of the media, "Have the individuals or individual left the park?", Mr. Falls responded, "That would be speculation on my part.” He also would not comment about whether the women were sexually assaulted. - Mr. Falls did say that scores of FBI and park personnel are working on the investigation, and that "As long as we have leads this investigation will continue." Mr. William^ said, "The whole thing is very frustrating, and it will not 'end until their murderer is caught. We have every confidence they will find their murderers, and they will be prosecuted and brought to justice." f t property df the/Nafional Trust for HishmcPreservation ■ a.. Fine Wines Served By 10 Virginia Vintners Enjoy Gourmet | Foods From Seven Outstanding Restaurants A Unique Selection Of Arts&Crafts For Everyone &Food ^^estival September 28 & 29,1996 ^ 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. y \ ■ ’T'.- Vl d / Entertainment Saturday Folksinger Bruce Piephoff Sunday New Liberty Band Saturday & Sunday The Ponchartrain Causeway New Orleans Jazz Band GENERAL ADMISSION: $9.00 in advance; $12.00 at gate; $3.00 for ages 6-20; Belle Grove members $8.00. Ticket includes admission to festival grounds and Belle Grove mansion, allday wine tastings, and commemorative wine glass (ages 21 +). TICKET ORDERS: Visa, MasterCard and personal checks accepted. Phone (540) 869-2028, or mail to: Belle Grove Wine Festival, P.O. Box 137, Middletown, Virginia 22645. 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When asked by a member of the media how they felt about the death penalty, Mr. Williams responded, "We all have a tremendous respect for life. I would feel comfortable with the death penalty." Mrs. Williams said, "I think that death would be too good." Mrs. Williams also said, "While there never can be justice for Julie and Lollie, finding their killer can provide us, and all those who mourn their deaths, some sense of peace and help with our grief. Finding their killer will also help to return to the woods some semblance of safety and tranquility for everyone who enjoys the beauty of the outdoors and all the activities it has to offer." I The Williams family urges anyone who may have seen Julie and Lollie and Lollie's dog, Taj, in the park between May 19 and June 1 to call the FBI at (888) 856-2467 or the National Park Service. A $50,000 reward is offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or person responsible for the womens’ deaths. appear in court have proven fruitless. His last known address was in Ruckersville. James Carter Crawford, a 22year-old African American male, disappeared while on bond awaiting sentencing in a petit larceny case in which he stole two pistols, He had not cooperated with his probation officer in preparing his pre-sentence report and a capias was issued on Dec. 15, 1993 for his arrest. His last known address was in Front Royal. George H. Grist, 35, a white male, has an outstanding warrant against him for driving after having been declared an habitual offender, a felony. A capias was issued after he failed to appear for a court date on Aug. 20, 1996. "We just can't seem to find this guy," said Major MacWelch. Mr. Grist may be in the Front Royal area. Gregory Scott Lowery, 34, a white male, is wanted on several misdemeanor charges: attempting to elude a police officer, driving in a reckless manner, and fleeing on foot. He was driving on a revoked license at the time. Mr. Lowery's last known address was in Linden. Sheriff Gary Settle said that his office has been pleased with the follow-ups they have, participated in since the first of the year. They try to do investigations as discreetly as possible, to try to prevent alleged criminals from leaving the area. The Sheriffs Office would appreciate any leads readers can give them regarding any of these fugitives. Please call Sheriff Gary Settle or Major Rick Mac Welch at 675-3331 if you can provide any information. ► Sewer From Page A-l above SIS per month. He said the plant could still be operated at that cost if there had not been more requirements put on the operation. Mrs. Kiger said, "Half the people on the system are seniors. There is no way they can afford these bills." Tom Taylor asked what would happen if the WSA members refuse to do what the state requires. Mr. Smith said the five members of the WSA could be considered "criminally liable.” Several people in the audience complained that they were more or less forced to hook up to the system when they had working septic systems. They indicated they want to get off. WSA members said they could not get off. Several complained that the system has never worked right. That the problems of extra water getting into the system have been obvious from the start. Mr. Estes said the system has a 55,000 gallon per day capacity and runs at 17,000 to 20,000 per day in dry Brookside Restaurant; Has Reopened! Thanks to the help of our fantastic staff and lots of ■ friends in cleaning up the mess FRAN left behind. ‘ Come back and see us - We've missed you! Our hearty meals, fresh baked breads and desserts are ready. Route 211,4 miles east ofLuray or 4 miles west of Skyline Drive 540-743-5698 Your hosts: Bob & CeCe Castle Hours 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. £m. • Seven days a week weather. "But a tWo-inch rain can run it off the scale at 100,000 gallons." He said that even when this happens all the water going through the system is treated with chlorine and dechlor, but it is not possible to keep solids from washing out. He said that had been reduced, however, by following employee Troy Jenkins suggestion that the blowers be turned off during a potential washout so the solids tend to settle and are not agitated. Carl Menefee said a church has paid for using the sewer system since the system was first put in although it was only recently hooked up. He sugr gested the authority use volunteers to help check which tanks are causing problems during heavy rains. "We're paying to treat water that doesn't need to go through the system.” Mr. Johnson said many of the problems are not in the system but in and under individual houses with old terra cotta pipes. He said, "If everything was right we wouldn't get as much water on a rainy day as a dry sunny day because people don't wash clothes as much or take as many showers on a rainy day." The members sympathized with the people who don't want the increase in rates and indicated they will probably not approve the entire $10 increase when they adopt a budget and set rates at their regular Oct. 10 meeting. ► Weinberg From Page A-l Rappahannock County will be better off if Clinton is re-elected being represented "by a Republican who contributed to the gridlock or a progressive Democrat. "People used to think Frank Wolfs vote didn't matter," he said, but he noted that Frank Wolf had supported Newt Gingrich for the leadership position in the House that led to his becoming the Speaker. He noted that Rep. Gingrich won that Republican Party election by only two votes, and Rep. Gingrich would not today be speaker without Frank Wolfs vote. He said Rep. Wolf was also part of the process "that knocked Uncle Sam to the ground" when the government was shut down. He noted that the government shutdown had put some firms that contract with the government out of business and cost "our area $3.1 billion." He noted that the Republican platform calls for shutting down the departments of Education, Energy, Commerce and Housing and Urban Development. He said if those departments are shut down "in our district thousands will be out of work." He noted that not only the government employees but the merchants that depend on them will be hurt. "Property values will be down. It will truly be an ecomomic disaster." "The only thing I agree with Newt is that this is the most important election in 50 or 60 years. 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• Community News • Obituaries Rappahannock News • Real Estate • Classifieds WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1996 Oberon's Wood Featured in House Tour Woodard's Gardens Greet Visitors By SHEILAH SWEET Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The fortieth Annual House Tour and Dried Flower Sale, presented by the Episcopal Churchwomen of Bromfield Parish, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20. The three homes selected for this year's tour offer the visitor a pleasing array of both setting and style. Oberon's Wood is the home of Martin and Cheri Woodard. When the Woodards first saw the house in 1986, they knew it was just what they wanted. The needed a haven close to their work, the Faith Mountain Company, the retail and mail order business they founded and own. They wanted a countrified setting and fell in love with the old oaks that live on the property. And so they bought the house from John Baumgardner who built it twb years before. In 1993, the Woodards still loved the house, the setting, and the location but they wanted more room and more light. Working with Huntly •architect, Jay Monroe, they embarked on a major remodeling, so major that they had to move out of the house while local contractor, Kevin Weisgerber, fulfilled their plans. Sweeping porches were added. A deck can be seen from the Woodard's living room. The kitchen was enlarged; a powder room was placed near the front door; the living room and bedroom expanded. French doors were placed on a bedroom wall so that the ‘Other husbands play golf; mine digs holes and plants gardens! — Cheri Woodard Woodard's could enjoy a view of the gardens and the ducks, geese and blue heron who live on the pond behind the house. . And as the Woodards had always admired Frank Lloyd Wright, an inglenook was built around the fireplace in the living room. It adds a cozy spot for winter reading. The light walls provide a backdrop for the work of local artists Patton Wilson, Tom Spande, June Jordan, and Mrs. Woodard's father Art Bigelson, while the kitchen has space for Mr. Woodard's collection of salt and pepper shakers. Some of the furniture was made by Mr. Woodard's brother, and in the future the upstairs will be home to a collection of American folk art. Local interior designer, Evelyn Willis, helped the Woodards select Rappahannock News Staff Photos by Cindy Mahan Oberon's Wood, the home of Cheri and Martin Woodard, has new additions. the fabrics, wall coverings and window treatments used throughout the house and added to the feeling of comfort and continuity, a continuity that flows from the inside of the house to the porches and gardens. The gardens and landscaping were designed by Jay Monroe and implemented by Mr. Woodard who collects native plants. Mrs. Woodard says, "Other husbands play golf; mine digs holes and plants gardens." And the gardens he made have sunny raised vegetable beds reminiscent of Monticello, places for herbs and flowers and shrub gardens shaded by the giant oaks. It is a magical place, a proper home for the Oberon, King of Shakespear's fairies. The annual House Tour and Dried Flower Sale has become an excellent excuse for visitors to view the county during the height of the Fall color season. Tour hours are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Afternoon tea will be served from 2 until 5 p.m. on both days and 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. Weekend Includes Gallery Art Auction By DIANA BIRD Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Art lovers of Rappahannock have an extra treat in store for them this month owing to the Middle Street Gallery’s Art Auction with live bidding starting at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29. The collection to be auctioned may be pre-viewed and patrons can participate in a silent auction on the Friday, Sept. 27, Saturday, Sept. 28. and before the start of live bidding on Sunday. This annual event provides a thrilling exhibition of works of most of the gallery's members as well as examples of works of artists of the larger community. There are sculptures, pastels, constructions, paintings, photographs and several other media to choose among. Even persons not expecting to participate in the auction should see this show. It has some of the best art I have seen by our local workers. Mary Brownstein has donated "Dancer with Dog," a bronze work small, graceful and interesting from all angles. Chris Stevens' acrylic on paper is a rainbow of colors, strong and handsome, and exciting composition. What a contrast it is to Mary Anne Stucken's "Dancing Trees," an etching as subtle with its shadings as a sumi-e painting. ■ B.J. Harlan offers two of her colorful works: a kitchen stool with two standing pea pods for front legs and a red, red, beet and its leaves for a back. Her "Gourden of Eden” is a painted gourd featuring aubergines and an Library Hosts Photographer By DIANA BIRD . Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Christopher Johns, staff photographer for the National Geographic, will discuss his work and concern for the future of our environment at the Friday evening Library program at 8 p.m. on Oct. 11. He titles his lecture illustrated with slides "A World Without Mambas." Mambas are African snakes related to cobras and are Rappahannock News Sufi Photo by Cindy Mahan Christopher Johns will discuss his experiences as a photographer of nature and people at the Library. among the most toxic and feared animals in the sub-Saharan region. Mr. Johns spoke before at the library when his book Valley of Life Africa’s Great Rift which featured scenes in Ethiopia was published. His "obsession," as he terms it, with Africa continues, especially South Africa which he sees as a potential role model for the rest of the world. The society is challenged to preserve its wildlife and native traditions while developing a modem civilization and democracy. Mr. Johns' appreciation of nature includes an appreciation of human aspirations. For both to survive, each must serve the other. Mr. Johns and his family have lived in Rappahannock County for more than six years. He credits his love for our community to his having been bom and reared in a small Oregon farming town where his father was. a school principal. He was active as a youngster in 4-H and Future Farmers of America. His degree at Oregon State was in animal science. Later he studied journalism at the University of Minnesota. He will address the EVerglades and its problems, the Hawaiian Islands and extinction crises there, and his experiences in South Africa over the last two years. Mr. Johns is an optimistic environmentalist as suggested by his title — he doesn't want to live in a world without mambas, deadly though they may be to the Africans they threaten. He believes that with good will a place can be found where people and their environments can both survive intact. Mr. Johns is a born teacher and an enthusiastic speaker. There is probably no finer or more telling photographer in our country. We are privileged to have him speak to us again. apple, supported by a wicked serpent made of poplar wood. B.J. has a unique imagination. When I went to examine the auction donations, 1 met John Trott bearing two of his colored photographs of birds, one of which is an illustration in the Audubon Society's book of birds, two Wood Thrushes, a painterly composition, colorful and well designed. The riches of this auction collection are more than I can comment upon: A Robin Purnell pastel, photographs by Bruce Blundell, two of which are delicately colored, and a Margaret Novack pastel that was hard to leave. June Jordan, Judith Einstman, Barbara Heil Sherwood, and Sandra Burton, among many others are well represented. It takes an occasion like this one to bring home to us that as well as living in a community of unique natural beauty, we also dwell in a rare community of talent. Mary Brownstein's bronze sculpture 'Dancer with Dog' and Mary Ann Stucken's etching 'Dancing Trees' are two of the items offered at the Middle Street Gallery's auction Sunday. RAAC-on-Tour Scheduled The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) will sponsor a RAAC-onTour to visit museums of the participants' choice in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, Oct. 26. Shows at the Washington museums will include: "Impressionists on the Seine: A Celebration of Renoir's 'Luncheon of Ihe Boating Party " at the Phillips Collection; "Encounters With Modern Art; Works From the Rothschild Family Collections" (Modrian, Braque, Legar, Brancusi and their contemporaries) and "Georges de La Tour and His World" at the National Gallery of Art; and "Faberge and Finland; Exquisite Objects" at the Corcoran Gallery of Art. Vans will leave the Trinity Church parking lot at 8:30 a.m. and will return in early evening. The charge for travel will be $10 per person. For reservations, call Rosie Day at 675-3182 or Julie Music at 9878756.

Church ( b Activities Homecoming at Washington Baptist Washington Baptist Church will have their annual homecoming on Sunday, Sept. 29. A coffee social will begin at 9:30 a.m. followed by Sunday School and 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 and those interested in making Washington Baptist their home church to attend. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Tuesday: Sunday: Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Worship 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Sunday: Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. County Methodist Services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Sept. 29 as follows: v Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.,; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m., with communion. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Amissville Baptist Sunday: Wednesday: Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Mission Groups 7 p.m. Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. ' Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. W.M.U. Meeting 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. 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. "Your attendance would be a blessing," said an organizer. 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. 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. 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. Morning Prayer II 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist II 11 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Bible Study and Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every first and third Sunday 10:30 a.m. Missionary Day Planned Missionary Day will be held October 6 at First Baptist Church. Nanette Butler Roberts will be speaking and will be accompanied by Marie Davis abu Roman. Mr. and Mrs. Galen Joseph Dellinger III Hillcrest - The Setting For Western Wedding Hillcrest, the home of Sam and Wanda Snead near Washington was the setting for a western wedding of their son, Galen Joseph Dellinger III to Carol Jean Ludwig on Friday, August 23. The seven o'clock double ring ceremony was performed by Rev. Jon Heddleston of Sperryville. The bride was escorted by her son, Jason Ludwig. She wore an ivory sweetheart frontier tea length gown which featured a diamond cut back. Her cascading bouquet consisted of fire and ice roses, baby’s breath and greenery. The maid of honor was the bride's daughter, Jaime Ludwig. She wore an off-white lace tea length dress and carried a bouquet similar to that of the bride. Best man of the groom was Jerry Pangle of Edinburg, a friend of the groom. The groom is also the son of Galen Joseph Dellinger II of Mt. Jackson. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Strickler of Broadway and Mr. and Mrs. Galen Dellinger, Sr. of Mt. Jackson. The bride is the daughter of Harold Bowers of Woodstock and Martina Bowers of Front Royal. Tlie wedding was held on the front lawn of Hillcrest, the reception followed among family and friends which was organized by Dorina Miller of Luray, sister of the groom’s mother and Barbara Wayland of Spenyville, friend of groom's mother. Following a honeymoon to River Bluff Cabin in Rileyville the couple is residing at their new home in Woodstock. Stewards Welcome Baby Boy! Joyce and Jimmy Steward of Washington are proud to announce the birth of their son, Zachary James bom at 8:35 p.m. on September 20 at Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton. Zachary weighed seven pounds, 15 ounces and was 21 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Roger Menefee of Washington and Ms. Nancy Menefee of Front Royal. Paternal grandparents are Mrs. June Steward of Middletown and the r late Mr. James L. Steward. Maternal great-grandparents are Mrs. Rebecca Menefee of Sperryville, the late George Lee, Sr, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Floyd and Josie Menefee. Paternal great-grandparents are Mrs. Bessie Hodson of Woodstock and the late Edward Hodson. Maternal great-great-grandparents are Mrs. Louise Alther of Sperryville and the late Mr. Jonas Alther Sr. Thistle Hill Inn's Summer Activities By MARIANNE WILSON ftappahaaaock New* Co«tr1buttn| Writer It has been a busy summer for both the Wilsons and Thistle Hill. Charles and Marianne with their son Chris and her mother, Leonora Willett, took a long awaited cruise to Alaska. Traveling on Holland American's two year old ship, Ryndam, they enjoyed magnificent scenery; glaciers and port visits to Ketchican, Juneau, Sitka and Valdez. Sitka is where the Wilson's obtain the wonderful Salmon, Halibut and Rockfish that appear on their dinner menu. A land trip took them to Anchorage and Fairbanks. The trip was by train with an overnight at Denali Park. At a dinner theater at their hotel, the Wilson's met Rich Follett, singer, songwriter and recording artist. Rich is from Strasburg and was appearing in the performance of "Alaska Cabin Nite," Plans are in the making for his appearance at Thistle Hill. During their trip, Charles' brother Bill Wilson ran the Inn. He and his wife did another stint during a week in August while Charles, Marianne and Leonora Willett attended a reunion in Champlain, New York. They took the opportunity to visit friends and relatives along the way. Thistle Hill continues its tradition of Sunday Brunch and dinners by reservation. Art workshop participants at Shimmering Meadows have been guests at Thistle Hill with a cookout for the whole workshop served on the back deck. The Wilsons hope to maintain a continuing relationship with the Vogels of Shimmering Meadows. A full Fall season is anticipated — with the second visit of the year from Mountain Memory Walks scheduled for late October. Several weddings have booked all rooms and one will take place on the Inn's grounds early in the month. A former guest has scheduled a "significant birthday" celebration fro the 6th of October. A successful Wine and Cheese Pairing event was hosted by Thistle Hill for the benefit of the Piedmont United Way on September 11. Approximately 50 guests attended the reception. Cheese from The Bam at the Poges was featured. On September 27th Marianne Wilson leaves for New Orleans to attend the International Pastry Conference and Trade Show sponsored by Chef de Chef Magazine. She will attend pastry making seminars as well as the trade exposition. During the first two weeks of November, Thistle Hill will be offering free Pastry Classes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Attendance is limited to 6 and to make reservation participants need to call 987-9142. Favorite recipes of Thistle Hill will be shared. Call now! Mrs. B. Gentry Honored The Flint Hill United Methodist Church Homecortiing service was held on Sunday, September 22 with Rev. James Grimmer as guest speaker. The service honored Mrs. Barbara Gentry for her years of service in the church which was revealed by the pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb. Candy Lamma pinned a corsage on Mrs. Gentry, given by the United Methodist women. Bonnie Dodson read a poem honoring her mother. The honoree was presented a plaque representing the Methodist Cross and Flame Emblem with a gold plate with her name. The plaque was hung in the church by Mrs. Gentry's grandson, Gary Dodson. The plaque was made by Ernie Crane. Mrs. Gentry was surrounded by her family, Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Dodson of Staunton, Sharen Dunn and twins, Ann and Erin of Mineral, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Dodson of Hemdon, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Gentry, Maggie and Molly of Nokesville and Susan Scott of Bethesda, Md. Katie Welch was a Friday guest of Ron and Susie Walsh at Herndon and attehded the Washington Capitals Hockey game at the US Air Arena. Irene Hamilton of High Point, N.C. arrived on Sunday to spend a week with her mother, Alice Brady. Betty Klise has recently returned home after visiting Mrs. Barbara By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 Mandel at Portsmouth and Mr. and Mrs. E.O. Cummings at Suffolk. Rev. and Mrs. Jim Grimmer of Glouster were Saturday overnight guests of Mrs. Mabel Lillard. Rev. Grimmer was guest speaker at Homecoming services at the United Methodist Church on Sunday. Bryant and Holly Welch and girls, Emily and Holly had a picnic at Crockie Park, Warrenton on Saturday. A covered dish dinner will be held at the Sperryville fire hall on Sunday, Sept. 29 at 4 p.m. The annual^ Conference of the Rappahannock Methodist Charge hurches will follow at the Willis Chapel Church. 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. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME ■ 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA 540/825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs“ 1418 Orange Road Culpeper 540-825-0937 Sperryville Emporium "The Shop that has EVERYTHING" \ Rts.211&522 Sperryville, VA 540-987-8235 A Fresh Coat of Paint As autumn approaches, our attention may turn to that last minute paint job before cold weather ensues. “The paint on that window is chipping away. It sure could use a fresh coat to protect it from the winter storms. I had better do it now while .it’s on my mind.” We all need protection...a shield from the storms of life, before they can,chip away at our spirit and erode our soul. Proverbs 30:5 assures us of God’s protection...“He is a shield unto them that put their trust in Him.” If you already have a chosen house of worship, continue to worship regularly, as we need constant protection and reassurance. If you do not, make plans to begin now...while it’s on your mind. Winter is closer than you think. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday James James Proverbs Proverbs Proverbs Proverbs Proverbs 4:1-10 4:11-17 3:1-35 4:1-27 8:1-21 8:22-36 9:1-18 Scriptures'S» lectedc\ ~*»e» Amerc.it' Bipie Society Copyright !996 Keisier Willi.ims‘Je**;pttper $«*'/tees P C ?o» S005 ChurMtesviWj VA 22906 ABERDEEN BARN Steaks - Seafood - Prime Rib Banquets - Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper 54Q-B25-1Q37 Jimmie's Auto Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts. 161 Saunders St. • Culpeper 540/825-8030 The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds Rt. 29 Soiith - 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House 340-82S-S888, Culpeper Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

Boston Busy With Fall Activities The monthly Sing Along and Pickin party will be held at the Salem Fire Hall on Friday, Sept 27 from 7 until 10 p.m. Everyone who attends these singing parties thoroughly enjoys them, so come and bring your friends. The Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue recently received at check from Bell Atlantic Telephone Pioneers of America, in the amount of $500. Also to be used on the Reva. ambulance was the gift of 15" Hug-ABears” presented by Culpeper Area Pioneer coordinator Vera Stephens. The Company is really thankful for these gifts. Their regular meeting was held at the Bethel Baptist Church Thursday. Salem and Reva Fire Department in our area are included in the Virginia Firefighter Appreciation Day to be held on Sunday, Oct. 6. King's Dominion is offering $13 tickets to all fire personnel on that day. Call 804278-0149 for ticket information. Sunday Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Peregory and Jennifer visited Mr. and By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Mrs. Bill Peregory in Front Royal and were joined for lunch by Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg, Kellie, Karla, Matthew and Mark and Mrs. James Foster and granddaughter Kay. The fourth annual Field of Dreams, sponsored by the Windmore Foundation for the Arts was held at their Cultural Building in Griffinsburg Saturday. People from the surrounding counties attended the festival. Anyone in our area who would like to attend the driving course of the' A ARP "55 Alive —Mature Driving" are reminded that it is being held this week through Wednesday at the Culpeper Baptist Church. For this and other sessions call 825-0434. Our condolences go out to Mrs. Ruby Reid and family down Reva Way upon the loss of her brother, Mr. Tommy Corbin who passed away last Tuesday at his home in Culpeper. Birthday wishes go out to Joseph Peregory of Castleton Ford Road, who celebrates his day tomorrow, Thursday and Brenda Cubbage of Boston lane extended will have her day Sunday and down Salem Way John T. Dodson is a year older on Wednesday. Several area people attended the dedication of the new Technology Laboratory and Education Center at Germanna Community College last Friday afternoon. Down on Route 707 at the Shimmering Meadows Farm Studio a figure drawing class will begin Wednesday, Sept. 25th and continue each Wednesday through November 20, 6:30 until 9 nightly. Mr. Ned Bittinger, a award winning artist illustrator and instructor will conduct the class. The cost for the nine week class is $120 and all fees are included. For further information and to enroll, call Carol Vogel at 540-547-4385, the Art League School. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Spenryville and Mrs. Chriss Hetzer and Sarah Lynn were Sunday afternoon callers of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier on Turkey Ridge Road. The Reva Volunteer Fire' and Rescue Company are thankful for a beautiful day Saturday, as they held their yard sale. All donations of items, food and money were greatly appreciated. Their general membership meeting was held at Bethel Baptist Church on Thursday evening. In honor of the birthdays of Mrs. Joe Peregory and son Joseph last week the family motored to Centreville on Saturday afternoon where Mr. Peregory entertained them at the Lone Star Restaurant. Jennifer Peregory also attended. Washington Homes Welcome Visitors The Washington Baptist Church will have Homecoming this Sunday, September 29 at the 11 a.m. worship services with dinner on the grounds. ■ Rev. Phil Bailey invites all to attend and bring a covered dish. Saturday Mrs. Annie Hawkins visited with Mr. and Mrs. Billy Hawkins and family in Stephens City. Our condolences to Mrs. Frances Eubank on the passing of her sister, Mrs. Vergie Hutchinson of Front Royal. • Mrs. Sandra Hitt of Boston was a Saturday visitor of her grandmother, Mrs. Frances Eubank. Happy birthday to Bruce Brown of Woodville who has his day on Thursday, September 26. Best wishes to Jeff and Jean Butler who will celebrate their second wedding anniversary on Tuesday, Oct. 1. A childrens Discipleship Retreat is being planned from 6 p.m. Friday until Saturday at 11 a.m. September 27th and 28th. This fs an overnight retreat at the Washington Baptist Church and is for children in grades 4 through 7. A pizza supper will be provided on Friday evening at 6 p.m. and the' retreat will conclude on Saturday at 11 a.m. Leaders will be Mrs. Gretchen Long, Bobby Brown and Rev. Phil Bailey. For more information contact By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 one of the above. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown and daughters, Amanda And Bobbie Joe were shoppers in Manassas on Sunday. Sunday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Beatty and son, Robbie of Point O'Woods, Front Royal. Mrs. Ruth Clark and Mrs. Melody Richardson shopped and had lunch in Front Royal on Thursday. . Miss Bobbie Jo Brown was a Friday overnight guest of Miss Victoria Hudson in Flint Hill. Miss Amanda Brown spend Friday nights with Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls, Samantha and Robert in Woodville. Mr. and Mrs. - John Schultz ^returned home Monday evening after spending five days in Doylestown, Pa. visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Jakubowicz, Kristi, Matt and Andrea. On Thursday, September 19th they celebrated Kristi’s 23rd birthday and on Friday, September 20 they celebrated the Schultz's 55th wedding anniversary. En route home the Schultz's visited the home of fortner President Ike Eisenhower in Gettysburg, Pa. ^ABERDEEN BAM ■ "A 1|1 Locatei Hry^, Located in the Holiday Inn, Rt. 29 South, Culpeper 825-1037 ABERDEEN Wednesday Night Prime Rib Thursday Night Steak Dinner Special New York Strip, Salad, rh /\ p Potato & Onion Rings vP JLvl* .X !3 If you’re into looking good and feeling great about yourself then you need to tune in to... rJL-J ngton’s SK »« Washington's a ii Health & Fitness Radio f\Mw\ Monday - .Friday Sunday Monday • Friday Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday Saturday Saturday & Sunday Saturday Saturday Sunday Sunday 4P "Here's To Your Health" with Deborah Ray & Dr. Donald Carrow One of the nation's premier health shows. Deborah's gentle but persistent interviewing and Dr. Carrow's hard hitting, direct style combine to provide listeners with real alternatives to the usual medical solutions! "Ask the Expert" with Gary McKenzie Gary interviews health professionals in the medical community. "Your Sports" with Dave Ungrady & Kristin DiDomenico Interviews with the area's sports and fitness elite and the latest in nutrition & fitness training. "The Pain Management Hour" with Dr. Martin McLaren How to deal with pain through a variety of pain management techniques. "Arlington Hospital's Show" with Winifred Pizzano Speaking about health issues in Northern Virginia. "The Wellness Hour" with Dr. Joel Wallach A show dedicated to help you feel great physically & mentally by showing you how to take control of your health through alternative & realistic methods. Weekly guests include knowledgeable nutritionists plus a * special health segment from the Wellness Group of Potomac. "Your Health Choices" with Dr. Robert Atkins Dr. Atkins is the world's leading physician of Complimentary Medicine which encompasses both conventional and alternative approaches. "A Word on Health" with Danielle Un In-depth conversations with everyone from leaders in the 'new health movement' to celebrities who have had their lives touched by a 'right attitude' toward healthful living. 2- 3P "Planning for Your Future" with Chris Ritz and Harris Adams A discussion on a wide variety of long term health care issues, nursing homes, assisted living, plus retirement and estate planning. 3- 4P "Caribbean Drum" with David Hinds Diverse discussions on Caribbean health foods, nutrition and health preservation techniques. 6 7A "Spectrum" with Tom Grooms An 'award winning' public affairs program discussing local issues in the Washington area. 7 7:30A "New World Chronicles" with Ellen Ratner Conversations concentrating on foreign aid and the United States' foreign relations in regard to health issues. 9 11 A, 3 4-7P 12-IP 2-3P 11- 12P 1 1A-12P 10-11A 12- IP 1-2P A Healthier Choice To A Better You On Washington’s All New Health 6 Fitness Radio 1390 am! Studio Line: (703) 534-1390 WZHF 1390 AM, 510 King Street, Suite 315, Alexandria, VA 22314 For Advertising Information Call: (703) 683-3000 Upcoming Events Old Rag Mountain Moonlight Hike 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. Bowen Reunion Set The Bowen reunion will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Rappahannock Park. Bring a covered dish. "Come and enjoy the fellowship," said an organizer. Family Reunion Planned The Woodard, Jenkins and Sisk families will host a family reunion on Sunday, September 29 beginning at 11 a.m. at the Rappahannock Park near Washington. All relatives and friends are invited to attend. RAA To Hold Meeting The Rappahannock Athletic Association will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26 at the Amissville Baptist Church. The purpose of the meeting is to select new officers for the 1997 year. For more information call Denny O'Neill at 937-5989 or Doug Baumgardner at 675-3496. Rappahannock Quintet The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community will present a concert by the county's own Rappahannock Quintet on Saturday, October 12 at 8 p.m. at the Ki Theatre. The Quintet features Beth Levick on harp and vocals, Lyt Wood on the hammered dulcimer, Kathy Tester on the flute, Scott Tester on the violin, and Judy Engen on the cello. Tickets are $10 ($5 for students) and are available at Mountainside Market in Sperryville or by calling 675-1616. 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. Fun Day Planned A family fun day will be held at the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department beginning at 10 a.m. on Sunday, October 20. The event will feature an open house, a film on wood stove safety, bake sale, cider, yard sale, crafts and lots of other fun filled activities. Pony rides will be available for children for a token which will obtained just by touring the new ambulance. Anyone wishing information or wanting to set up a table should contact Connie Huff-Harris at 675-3389. 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 9 p.m. to 1 a.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 9374357. , 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. Life Enrichment Series To Begin The Rappahannock Healing Arts will sponsor weekly life enrichment series beginning on Thursday, Sept. 26 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library on U.S. 211 near Washington. At the Introductory Session you will get to meet the practitioners from Rappahannock Healing Arts who support and promote self-healing and learn about the variety of modalities and experiences offered to facilitate self-awareness and a healthy life. A Hands-on Healing and Guided Imagery will be held on Thursday, Oct. 3. All sessions are free. For information call 987-7204. 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. PTO Meeting Set The Rappahannock County Elementary School PTO meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3 in the auditorium of the elementary school. Also "reading favorites of Rappahannock" a reading program presented by students of the RCES. A used youth book sale will be after the event. Refreshments will be served. If any questions call Cecelia Dennis at 5473476. 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. R.A.W.L. Fund-Raiser Begins During October, November and December the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League will benefit from sales at the WExchange of the White Elephant in Warrenton. Donations of furniture, toys, household items, tools, clothing, etc. are urgently needed. The White Elephant is located in the Towne Center (Food Lion) shopping center, and donations may be taken there after Oct. 1. Call Barbara Dennis at 364-2569 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 si*:through nine are welcome to attend. For more ihformation, call the Extension Office at 675-3619 or Linda Terry at 9375936. Benefit Dinner Planned f'« Dole for President$ally and BBQ dinner will be held at 3 p.m. on Silurday, September 2% At Washington Volunteer Fire Department. For information call Walter Longyear at 675*3679. Recruiters Meeting Set Virginia Defense Force Recruiters will meet at the H.L. Pearson Armory in Warrenton every Wednesday from 2-6 p.m. For more information call Maj. Bill Jagdman. 825-0567 or 399-3782.

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Make check/money order made payable to: Times Community Newspapers-Classified P.0. Box 359 Leesburg, VA. 22075 1.. 3. _ 5. _ 7. _ 9. _ 11. _ 13.. 15. _ 17. _ 19. _ 21.. 23. 25. 27.. 29. 2. 4.. 6.. 8.. 10. . 12.. .14.. .16.. .18.. 20. ADDITIONAL WORDS _22. .24.. .26.. .28.. .30,. Which Paper(s): Category #:_ Name._ Address:_ City:_ 2E j Phone: ( 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. Lett on Factory St. and follow around mill. , Go over bridge then take first right. Sale at 1st house on left. FisherviOe Antiques Expo (19th), 350 plus dealers, Expoiano. 1-64, Exit 91, near Waynesboro, Oct. 12-13 (9-5)_. Admission $3 Early entry Oct. 11 (10-5), Admission $10. VA’s Best Market, 804-846-7452. ' Auctions Public Auction, Commonwealth of Virginia, Wednesday, October 2, 1996, 9:00am, Woodrow Rehabilitation Center & Fisherville, Virginia Directions: From 1-64 take the Fishersville exit. Take State Route 608 and go to Route 250. Turn left onto Route 250 and follow the signs to the center. Partial listing Hobart. Food Chopper, BCM 40 - Drill Press, Rockwell 62010 - Drill Press, Rockwell, Drill Press, Newtpn Power Tool - Hospital Beds - Fax Machine - Drafting Table - Work Benches - P Speakers - Audio Equipment - Projectors - Guitar - Watch making Equipment Wood Cabinets - Chairs ? Household & Hospital Herds - items subject to change) For additional information contact State Surplus Property (804a)236-3666. Auctions Tri-County Livestock Auction, 2796 Rivermont Drive, Front Royal, Va. Livestock Sales, every Thursday 1pm. 1st and 3rd Thurday, Fat Cattle Sale, 3pm. Fall Round-Up Horse Sale, October 5, 1pm. Fall Round-Up Feeder Sale, October 1,0, 3pm. 540635-5511. 3 Announcements Attention Homeowners! Get cash nowl 10K-60K. No equity 2nd/ 3rd mortgages. Lowest refinance rates available. United Southern Mortgage Corp.. Call now at 800420-7617. Bahama cruise lor only $249- overbooked,* must sell incredible vacation. Top cruise ship and deluxe accommodations. Plus, will receive Disney vacation free. Call (405) 844-9500. Hurry! CASHS Immediate $$ for structured settlements and deferred insurance Claims. J.G. Wentworth 1-800-386-3582. Crafters Invited to apply to juried arts & crafts festival at Nissan Pavillion, Stoneridge, Va., Oct 19 & 20. Call (301) 7912346. Diabetics! (using insulin) Did you know Medicare (or insurance) covers most supplies? Save money, calf 800-6332001 Liberty Medical-satisfaction guaranteed no H.M.O. members. Mention 12040. Should Congress pass a -law prohibiting smoking? Yes or no? You decide. Call 1-900-4845674. Touchtone phone. 18+, $2.50 poll results sent to Congress. Auctions AUCTION at the hon'.r of Mr. & Mrs. Noel Robertson 32Fishrr lane. VVanvnton. VA 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Sept 28,1996 Mr. & Mrs. Robertson are retiring permanently to Florida and have decided to auction what they will not be taking with them. This auction wont be a long one, but the quality & condition are the finest! SELLING AT 12 NOON: 1969 GMC Custom 1500 V-8 327 pickup truck. New paint, chrome, bed inar - LOOKS GREAT) GUNS: Mamfcker Schoehaure Modal 1906 bolt action sporting rifla, hA stock; Ithaca overAmder 20g. shdgrn; Stavens Modal 75 lida action 22; Col .32 rimlesafsmokeless auto pistol. FINE FURMTURE: Pr. HankaHHarria mah. comer cupOoaida; Raph Appleton mahogany queen size Apostar bad; 2 Ctore ladderbacfc rockers; 2 Viet upholslsred mah. rockers; Par Ralph Appleton sm. 1-drawer stands; 2 Ctore mah. 1-drawer and tables; Oore mah. sawtoude coflea table; 6 dark rad mah. 4-rung laddatback chairs; Oak trestla dning table; 4 oak nahsaat ladderbeck armchairs; Lana mah. oadar cheat; Pam. pita washstand; Bamboo stand. KARASTAN RUGS: 10K16 Kiman, dk. rad; 10K13 "Dynasty Ming', cream Wroeadusly blue; 8x11 'Moonmiat FtotaT, cream; 4x6 Kiman, muli. Sfngartonda Melody King 4-strvig banjo; Lg. old handmade M basket Bee new Zenith TVs; 31’ color, 27* oolor; 4 porch rockers; American brew fuAqueen bad & rVghtstand; Sat twin beds; Draftng table; Mah. desk; Office chairs; High quaity Ne cabinets; Bake signed A Fad Id. ad. print 'Homadsadng*; Schwinn ArDyna awreyda; Pr. dark rad radners; Fbor A table lamps; Lots oi Inans and moral Snapper 4-HP Wvec town mower 2 Snapper 3+iP lawn mowers; Putin 3400 chainsaw; Dua-craft bench grtodar Keuflal A Eseer kanal wflqpod: Craftsman Commercial tool chest-on-chast plus other tootooxas; Whoetoanow; Long handed tools, Prurwrs, Loppars; Slmg trimmer Sprayers; Siapladdars; Floor jadt etc MMCnONS: Hewing Mel on Weal Shirley Am. (lunrwig by HoapW HN on your tom ’V at toe Cutosper SL Kyt tun RWt mmsflatery onto fisher Ln., second houae on LeA horn Eeel Stsrisy Ha on your tom at toe Cupeper nto fieher Ln.. second houae on Li Asa., (horse Wow grounds stf be on you Let), tom LeA at he Cupapar Sl Ight twn Mfi onto Rsfler Lana. 2nd houae on LaA NO FOOO - NO RESTROOMS l Payne Auctions, Inc (540) 937-4142 • 675-3729 VAjA.F«330 4 Building Materials 3 steel arch buildings, new: 40x30 was $6,200, now $2,990; 40x56 was $10,840, now $5,990; 50x120 was $20,450, now $11,990; endwalls available. 1-800-7452685. Profit Storage Centers: Steel mini-storage buildings. Factory direct; erection available. 30x100, 20 units, $9,692; 40x150, 30 units, $16,215. Free brochures. Sentinel buildings, 800-327-0790, extension 790. Steel Buildings • Sacrifice on undelivered new buildings. Save $ $ now • 16 x 24, 20 x 28, 30 x 80, 40 x 80 discounted delivery, free storage. Must sell today! Call 1-BOO341-7007. S 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. AyON & YOU - A winning combination. Help needed to meet Holiday demand. Up to 50% commission. Call 1-888577-5746 Toll Free. Be your own boss. Possible $2500 part-time $8000 full-time monthly, processing insurance j- claims for healthcare providers. Software purchase required plus computer. Financing available. 1-800-722-SAMS. Friendly Toys & Gifts: has openings for dealers. No cash investment! Fantastic toys. Exclusive gifts, home decor, Christmas iterps. Call for catalog and information.' 1800-488-4875. Mail Boxes Etc., The world’s largest network of Franchised postal, business and communications service centers, is expanding. Discover how you can grow with us! 1800-456-0414. Farm Equip/ _Supplies Farm-All Cub. Mint condition. All attachments plus lawn mower deck. $3500. 703-430-3714. U Garage/Yard _Sales_ Estate Yard Sale - Waterford. Sat. Sept. 28. 8am-2pm. No Early Birds. Furniture, housewares, antiques, muchmore, 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. Multi Family Yard Sale: Friday-Sat. 27-28, 9am4pm. Books, clothes, dishes, nick nacs, furniture. 4679 Bluff Turn, Marshall. Yard Sale, Saturday, September 28, between 9 & 9:30am, 11 Hope Hill Road, Castle ton Homemade quilts, lots of bedding, dishes, kitchen items, home heater (Ziegler), much more. Blp 3 Family yard sale Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9:00am-'til. Between Ben Venue and Mayhugh’s on 678 off 211. Watch for signs. Cancelled if raining. Three family yard sale. Saturday, September 28, 1996, 9:00 o'clock, fit. 211. Robm Fryes. Second driveway pass Hillsdale Grocery. Nice bags, girls, ladies clothes, 3piece sectional sofa. 17 Garden Equip/ Produce Wheelhorse Tractor: 1975, C160 Hydro. Needs work. New 48" mower deck used one season. (540) 937-4000. $500 firm. 18 Giveaways Fra# 5 month old Female Brown hamster, very tamed, to good home only. (540)347-3189. Free To a good home: Purebred male pygmy Goat, castrated, and friendly with horns, good companion for a pony or horse. (703) 759-7594. Giveaway: Fro# Kittens to a loving home, 6 weeks old, some Black and White and some Orange and White Tabbys. (540) 554-2809. Free Firewood, cut lengths, you split and haul. Hume, Fauquier County. 540-364-3076. Giveaway: Kittens, 7, various colors, some longhair, some shorlhair. 8 weeks old. Ready to go. 540-338-2500. Giveaway: Swing set. Good condition. Call 540882-3155. Season Specials For Sale: Large Timberline “All-burning" Woodstove insert, priced by stove expert at $650. Make offer. Purchaser to remove. Call 540-6753342 day hours; 540635-5005 after 8pm & weekends. 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 of Rt. 66 & Rt. 15 in Haymarket, VA. Behind Sheetz Gas Station This will be a Christinas 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 sq. ft Filled. We Will Not Be At Mosby’s Tavem 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 24 Household Items for Sale , Wood Burning Stove; air tight ( earth stove), never used. $550,430-9577. 25 Instruction GED. Get your High School Equivalency Diploma in four weeks with our easy to follow home study course. Call 1-800545-6589 EZ payment. Garden Equip, and Produce Bring containers & your own APPLES & PUMPKINS • tresn Apple uaer • ijoumsand IndumLom •Now Picking: Red Delirious, Yellow Delicious, McIntosh • Beginning Oct. 1: Stayman, York, Wtnesap, Ida Red, Qramrty Smith Quantity Discounts Every Day Senior Citizen Discount Tues. &Thurs. Moormont Orchards RapWan, VA 1-800-572-2262 Open Daly 8 to Sunset “ flriie a picric and enjoy a view of 18 counties from our mountamtop fxruc area." Hones for Sale THOROUGHBRED AUCTION SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13,1996 - 2 PM y Currently St^nJigg. BALL/SBLUFF/CHIEPfttOTOGOL, GETTYSBURG ADDRESS, LAVA No Reserve - All Sales Final From Rtc 50 in Middlcburg — Spulh on Rtc 626 9/10 mite, left on Rtc 807 Catalogues and Information available H. Rodnay Hoffman W. L. Coopar, V.M O. Aocttonaar Virginia Lkanaa 4334 (440) 432-2140 Supanntandant MAR E Cantar (440) M7-3421 42 Mlac. for Sale/ Rent Attention flea market dealers: Men's work and casual shoes, ladies boots, dress, and casual shoes. Large quantities, liquidation prices. Minimum $600 order. 804582-6132 9am-5pm. Cookware. Lose weight! Eliminate cholesterol! We stopped doing dinner parties! Several spectacular 17,pg, 7 layer waterless sets left! Retail $1389, now $395. First 7 customers/ $200 bonus! 1800-434-4628. For Sale: Computer and printer, $700. 540-3498362 or 540-347-3142. Hunting Club Membership: includes use of 6,000 acres in Northern Virginia. Call 703-6709783. 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. Spas, Spas, Spas. Top of the line luxury spas. Unequaled quality. $6995 retail, your cost only $3895. Factory direct. Dealers welcome.Brochures. Call today 205-486r7919. * Wihchester Model 70 XTR 30.06 with leoupold scope (never used). Savage 22-20 over and under with gun staff anad shells. All for $800. 14' trampoline, excellent condition, $175. New Sharp fax machine, $150. 540439-2569. wm™ Misc. Wanted WANTED Horses, Ponies Cattle & Trailers All types. Cash terms. Will pick-up at farm. (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. Musical Instruments For Sale: Clarinet Instrument, $250. 540-3498362 or 540-347-3142. 47 Personals Adoption: Loving, childless couple wishes to adopt infant. Willing to pay medical/ legal expenses. Call Meg or Dave collect 703-4918882. _ 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. 52 Service* Business EARLY’S CARPET, INC. Rt.211,1 mile west of Post Office Amissville, VA. 540-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 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. 20/20 without glasses! Safe, rapid, non-surgicat, permanent restoration 68 weeks. Airline pilot developed. Doctor approved. Free information by mail: (800) 422-7320, ext. 239, (406) 961-5570, Fax (406) 961-5577. Chimney Sweeping Relining Fully Insured Bruce Vierling 675-3508 55 ' Services Misc Any Credit Rating. Cash for homeowners. No equity program. Lowest rates. No up front fees. Local Co. Mortgate South, Inc. Call Nelson 1800-254-9506. Debt Consolidation! Cut monthly payments to 50%. Reduce or eliminate interst. 24 hour approval. Non-profit, licensed & bonded. Call Toll Free 1-888-7957671. T & K Cleaning Service. Residential and Commercial. 540-675-3418. References Available. 56 Services Personal DEBT CONSOLIDATION FREE Cut monthly payments up to 30-50%. Reduce interest. Stop collection calls. Avoid bankruptcy FREE confidential help NCCS Non-profit, licensed/Bonded. 1-800955-0412. House cleaning, reasonable rates, personal references available, Rappahannock and Warren County. 937-3977. Rentals Apartments Apartment: 2 bedroom, ample storage, porches, washer, Arc, supurb mountain views In scenic Washington, Va. $450/ month. 804-823-1520. Rentals House House for rent: 2-4 bedrooms, living, dining, deck, wooded setting, edge of the GW Part. $500/ month. $500/ deRecently Rennovated charming 3/4 bedroom, 2 bath house in Town of Washington. $900/month. Call Philip Strange (540) 825-3300 or 937-5858. Rentals Office_ Washington, VA: For Rant: Office Space, Clop ton House. 2 large rooms, bath and kitchen. $400 per month. 540675-3033 or 540-9878121. 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 Real Estate For Sale South Central VirginiaMagnificent historical home. Circa 1892, mint condition 6000 square feet, some furnishings, previously Inn and Bed and Breakfast. (804) 8484213. 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. Automobiles 1981 Volvo 240D, auto, cruise control, delay wipers, AM/ FM, sunroof, $1200. 540- 788-1303 ,1985 Mustang, automatic transmission. Power steering and power locks. In need of some work. Asking $700 but will take best offer. Call (540) 3414961 and leave a message if no answer. Chevy 1952 Pickup: Restored, 5 windows, runs good, looks good, new paint, $5,800. (301) 7392627. Donate Vehicles - RVs - Boats - to Jewish Heritage for the Blind. Tax Deductible. Free Towing. Need not run. 1800-2-DONATE/ 1-800236-6283. Must Selllf 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. Toyota 1983 Tercelwhite. Good mechanical condition. Needs body work. $600, must sell. 540-349-9449. 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) 338-2786. End of season elimination sale! Overabundance of extra clean U6ed motorhomes. Must sell Immediately. Carolina’s lar?est volume RV dealer, om Johnson Camping, Highway 70 west Marion, NC 1-800-225-7802. Ford 1995 Windslar. Fully loaded. $14,750. 703729-0042. 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 703-7711836._ m^mTS-*m Parts ft Accessories SONNY'S AUTO PARTS UsaC parts for cars and trucks Some new parts Motors, transmissions and asm Installed (If purcfiassd hart) Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. W* Buy and Sell running cart and trucks. 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Mid-Week Edition * GOVT - POSTAL JOBS * NOW HIRING. START S16.74HR. For Appl. & Into. Call between 09/22/96-10/01/96 1-818506-5354 EXT. 8110 Help Wanted 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 Rlnt Hill, VA 22627. Electricians- 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. SATELLITE SALES people, alSQ satellite & cable installers. 804-529-6920 WAITSTAFF & KITCHEN HELP Needed for new cafe & pizzeria. Apply in person to: Blue Moon Cafe (540) 987-3162 * Located next fa Mountainside _Market MAILROOM Part-Time • Tuesday, Wednesday 4 Thursday • More days approaching holiday season • Must be able to work long hours plus SOME weekends & 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 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 HANDYMAN Work in Rappahannock County. Experience in carpentry, concrete, masonry and painting a plus. Must be dependable with good references. Send letter with salary to P.O. Box 11, Warrenton, VA 20188-0011. POSITION OPEN Walt Staff Tha Country Cat* 389-A Main Straat Washington, VA Weekdays 7:30-3:30 or 10-4 Weekends 7:30-4 or 4-10 Apply in person Small country inn near Etlan interviewing for. weekend housekeeper. Good opportunity for high school student. Additional hours available if desired. Weekday groundsman sought as well. Horsemanship a plus for both positions. Non-smoking environment. 987-8025. 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. DRIVERS, MOVERS, HELPERS Excellent pay, benefits, medical, dental, life, paid vacation, pension/profit sharing, guaranteed hours. Driver qualifications: Valid Class A or B. CDL, Experience in moving furniture preferred. Apply in person: J.K. Moving & Storage 44112 Mercure Circle . Sterling, VA. 703-260-3408 CORPORATE BUSINESS MANAGER Small Historic Restoration Firm needs Business, Finance, Persons! Management person with Government Contract experience. Construction experience helpful along with critical path management method. MAC computer exp. a must. Take responsibility and earn good money. Mail resume to: * Personnel Manager 500 East Main Street Front Royal, VA 22630 • No telephone inquiries, please! References required CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR Small Historic Restoration Firm needs Construction Supervisor knowledgeable in areas of stone repair and wood repair; roofing, brick masonry, carpentry and electrical work. Must be able to decipher government specifications and blueprints! Experience helpful in use of MAC computers and critical path management ■ method. Nationwide travel required. Take responsibility and earn good money. Mail resume to: Personnel Manager 500 East Main Street Front Royal, VA 22630 No telephone inquiries, please! References required Wanted Part Time: Registered Dental Hygienist Dental team seeking an exceptional Dental Hygienist for our progressive office. We value superior clinical skills, aijd we focus on warmth, caring, and expert communication with our clients. We emphasize development of skills through continuing education, full participation with the other members of our team, and high involvement with our clients. Applicant should be personally stable and health-centered in lifestyle. If you are searching for a real opportunity to grow and fulfill you potential, please call us. We think you’ll find our office an exciting and rewarding experience. Call 540-6353610 or 8900-832-9901 Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Dr. Craig A. Zunka and Team Classified makes life a lot more enjoyable. The great outdoors. A weekend ride. A little exercise. And above all, a lot of fun. Classified helps make it possible. Check our columns regularly for all types of recreational equipment ranging from bikes and boats to golf clubs and campers. Enjoy! &appaf)annocfe 1 -800-852-4797 Obituaries Chelsey Corbin Infant Chelsey Lee Ann Corbin, died on Saturday, Sept 14 at the Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Survivors include her parents, Timmy L. Corbin and Brenda A. Brown of Culpeper; paternal grandparents, Roger and Ruby Corbin of Culpeper and maternal grandparents, Thomas W. and Peggy Brown of Woodville. Funeral service were private. Found and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Minnie Hitt Minnie Lee Hitt, 92, of Amissville died Wednesday, Sept. 18. She was bom March 7, 1904, in Amissville to the late,'Robert Elzy Sr. and Fannie Belle Brady Hitt She is survived by two nephews, four nieces, 21 great nieces and nephews, 21 great-great nieces and nephews and 11 great-great-great nieces and nephews. She was a homemaker and a member of Amissville United Methodist Church. Pallbearers were Nelson Burke, Neil Payne, Roy Campbell, Robert Hitt, John Weibel and Frank Fishback. Funeral services were held at Moser Funeral Home Chapel Sept 21 with the Rev. Steve Parker and Rev. Nancy B. White officiating. Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton was in charge of the arrangements. Virgie Hutchison Virgie Virginia Hutchison, 77, of Front Royal, died Monday, Sept. 23 at Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal. A funeral service will be held Thursday, Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home with the Rev. Ralph Crabill. Burial will follow in Prospect Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Hutchison was bom March 30, 1919, in Rappahannock County, daughter of Joseph Shelton and Sally Wince Grimsley. She was married to the late Levi B. McClanahan and the late Joseph R ' Hutchison. Surviving are a daughter, Kay McClanahan of Seoul, Korea; three sons, Bernard McClanahan of Craigsville, Stuart McClanahan of Herndon, and Ronnie McClanahan of Leesburg; four sisters, Frances Eubank of Washington, Pearl Henry of Bentonville, Etta Nossett of Front Royal and Audrey Butler of Maryland; a brother Robert Grimsley of Virginia; nine grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. Pallbearers will be Stuart McClanahan, Jr., Matthew McClanahan, Patrick McClanahan, Jimmy McClanahan, Joey McClanahan and Jason McClanahan. An honorary pallbearer will be Roy L. McClanahan. Maddox Funeral Home in. Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Forest Grove To Host Benefit Sale Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Darnell family on the loss of their son. May God be with you. Rev. Sidney Rodriguez, former pastor of Forest Grove, will be delivering the message at the: 11 a.m. service on Sunday, September 29 at the Forest Grove Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to a covered dish dinner following the service. On October 11 and 12, the Forest Grove Baptist Church in Viewtown will have a community Yard/Craft/Bake sale at the old Forest Grove School House. Anyone interested in bringing their items for display and sale should call Betty at 937-5470. Spaces are available for $10. By GLENDA GUM Amissville United Methodist Church will be hosting the Leesburg singing group "Joyful Blessings" on Saturday, September 28. There will be a covered dish dinner at 6 p.m. and the singing will begin at 7 p.m. Join the 3 The Final Tribute CLORE . FUNERAL HOME ”Tht Home of Thoughtful Service" 825-2361 •1-800-924-1266 CEMETERY MEMORIALS Geest Funeral6 Home, Inc. 405 Sperryville Pike Culpeper, Virginia 540-825-0395 pi A. Wayne English & John Noon Western, Funeral Directors Christopher C. Geest, Consultant A Announcing an exciting new center for Christian Events... The Cecil D. Hylton Memorial Chapel A State-of-the-Art Facility designed for Christian Events. Seats 4,000 in one of the most beautiful environments imaginable. Offering the very finest in Christian Ministry. and Conference Center Two Great Southern Gospel Events This Fall The CATHEDRALS October 4, 1996 JD SUMNER & The STAMPS. The SPEER FAMILY with COMMON BOND November 23,1996 1996 Fall Lineup Sept 26-28 Joyce Meyer Ministries Sept 29 4 HIM and Point of Grace Oct 4 The Cathedrals Oct 5 Bob Carlisle Oct 19 Walk Through the Bible Oct 22 Gary Smalley Oct 25-26 RW Schambach Crusade Nov. 2 Bruce Carroll Nov. 23 JD Sumner & The Stamps, The Speer Family with special guests Common Bond Call or write today for a schedule of all upcoming events and ticket information. Cecil D. Hylton Memorial Chapel 14640 Potomac Mills Rd. Woodbridge, VA 22192 Tickets available by calling Hylton Chapel at 703-5904076 • To Charge Tickets by Credit Card, Call 800-521-0290 members for an evening of fellowship and music. If you have any questions, please contact Virginia Hodgson at 347-7281. The Jeffersonton Community Center's annual Fall Craft Fair and Ruritan BBQ lunch will be held this 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 3875890 or 937-3928 for more information. < As a weekly feature, ,1 would like to spotlight business men and women in our community. If you 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. Don't be shy! The Rappahannock Athletic Association will be holding its annual* election of officers meeting this* Thursday, September 27 at the! Amissville Baptist Church. The meet-; ing 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. Craig Wilson from the Virginia Baptist Board was the guest speaker for Amissville Baptist Church Sunday, September 22 to commerce revival to be held September 22-25. A covered dish dinner followed the service. Sunday night will feature Jim Thompson, youth minister of Grace Baptist Church. Charles Chilton will speak on Monday. Tuesday, Dr. David Fuson will be our guest and Gen. Randy West will close the revival on Wednesday. Please continue to leave your news in the box at Hackley's Store by noon on Sunday. Viewtown Highlights Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Kilby, Cory and Ashleigh were weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. The families of Ernest and Neva Nicholson Dodson held their reunion on Sunday, Sept. 15 at the By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 Rappahannock Park. Approximately 175 people attended the reunion. Mr. Larry Joliffe was a Saturday dinner guest of his mother, Mrs. Hilda Gibson at River Road in Rixeyville. Mrs. Gladys Dodson, Mrs. Joan Reid, Mrs. Sherry Corbin and Mrs. Helen Compton celebrated Mrs. Alice Grigsby’s birthday on Wednesday at Country Cookin in Warrenton. Sympathy is extended to the Corbin family on the passing of Mr. Tommy Corbin. If you have any news for my column please call me at 937-4304. RECYCLE

Sperryville News Notes Mr. and Mrs. John Brown and Sara of Centreville were Sunday guests of Mrs. Catherine Brown. Mrs. Barbara Payne of Warrenton was a Saturday guest of her mother, Mrs. Brown. Birthday wishes go out to Mrs. By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 Brenda Anderson who will celebrate hers on Saturday, Sept. 28. The United Methodist Churches will have a covered dish dinner at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29 at the Sperryville Fire Hall. Their annual conference will follow at Willis Chapel Church. Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Swindler and Barbara Dawn of Hanover, Pa. were weekend guests of Mrs. Emma Swindler and Mrs. Annabelle Swindler. Additional guests in the Swindler home on Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Michael Lee Swindler and sons, Colton and Trent of Carlisle, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Tack Baldwin and David ivere Saturday night guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen and Ashleigh in Washington. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29. Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Happy birthday to Bryan Clark who will celebrate his fourth birthday on September 28. Ms. Phyllis Savoy of Arlington was a Sunday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins and Angie. Stafford Settle of Culpeper was a Sunday evening dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wayland and Tiffany. Annniversary Celebrated Mr. and Mrs. Emory Conners entertained at dinner on Friday evening in honor of Frankie and Sandra Hitt's 12th wedding anniversary. By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Nick Penaranda of Griffinsburg, Florine Estes and Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Atkins, all of Sperryville, Mr. and Mrs. Barry Ferguson and Mr. and Mrs. Larry Conners. The W.M.U. of Woodville Baptist Church met with Mrs. Bemie Price on Thursday afternoon. Five members were present and one visitor attended. Woodville Baptist Church had a weiner roast on top of Red Oak Mountain on Sunday evening with 36 members and friends attending. Some rode and eight hiked all the way to the top. Cheryl Smoot To Wed Ralls Cheryl Smoot and Christopher Ralls are proud to announce their engagement Cheryl is the daughter of Peggy J. Smoot of Sperryville and Gregory A. Smoot of Warrenton. She is a 1995 graduate of Rappahannock County High Schdol and GWC-Piedmont Technical Education Center in Culpeper. Christopher is the son of Patricia S. Kurkland of Louisa, and Tex A. Ralls Sr. of West Virginia. He is a 1995 graduate of GWC-Piedmont Technical Education Center in Culpeper. He is currently employed as a carpenter in Louisa. No wedding date has been set. Subscribe to the Rappahannock Mawa. Call 675-3338. Real Estate Directory Real Estate Transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently. Dorothy W. Hassett to Stephen Jay Hassett, 27.58 acres, lot Y, Hampton District. Deed of Gift. Robert L. Dunphy and wife to Harvey L. Anderson and wife, 1.6714 acres and parcel C, .2937 acres, Piedmont District. $170,000. Thomas G. Taylor to Andrew MacKellar Campbell, Stonewall District. $18,000. Angela R. Frazier to James I. Orange, Jr., 1.016 acres, Jackson District. $113,500. R.O. Bridges to Thomas F. Leatherbury and wife, 5.2470 acres, Hampton District. $23,450. Rappahannock Properties ONE-OF-A-KIND MOUNTAIN ESTATE LOTS 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 an4 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. $224360. 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. $288300. Plant Your Hooves in Virginia Horse Country Susie Ashcomy Realtor* RE^MSCegency ft 1-800-311 -FARM 221 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186 Rappahannock & Culpeper Counties Come See 37 beautiful rolling acres, woods and streams, mostly open, high building site with view. Surrounded on three sides by large farms. Asking $3,500 per acre. Owner finance 9%25 years, no points. Also 10 rolling acres with streams and woods, part open, $35,000. Owner finance 9% - 25 years. Must see to appreciate! Call Florence to see. 540-937-5888 Florence DiUberti, Broker CLOVERHILL FARM REALTY Flint Hill: 10.229 Acres. Rambler style home has 3/4 bedrooms, 2 baths, full finished basement. Pastures are fenced and cross-fenced. Great views. Nice bam. Presently a goat farm but easy to convert for horses. $177,500 Flint Hill: 29.1920 Acres with Jordan River Frontage. A custom two-story, full basement. Cedar sided home is built from quality materials. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, fireplace, and loads of space. Don't miss seeing this. $298,000 40 wooded acres on Big Bastard Run. Rugged and wonderfully wild! Get that Jeep tuned up, you'll need it. $82£00 Two lots abutting Route 522 in the Woodville area. 5.0730 Acres at $41,000 and 4.3450 Acres at $38,500. Rappahannock Realty Rt. 522, Flint Hill 22627 n*» 540-675-3414 # Directo 540-675-3338 Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0937 1418 Orange Rd. , Culpeper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7;30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday MAID SERVICE ResidentialCommercial Reasonable Price* Free Estimate* 540-937-4247 or 540-937-5576 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET INC. Tin One- Slop Shop lor cornpton Home Decoding ScnAco Floor Covwingi * Window Troatnonts WWpapar Sip Cowl lUpMMfy ReudeisiaJ A Commercial Rl 211 Amisovifc, VA 937-5500 CONSTRUCTION T.G. TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 BILL CATO & CO. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION • Carpentry • Timber Framing ■ • Cabinetmaking 540-937-3039 VA Class A Budding. . Plumbing. Electrical JENKINS FAMILY CONSTRUCTION Specializing in roofing, remodeling & additions Robert W. Jenkins, Jr. 540-987-9526 DENTIST W.N. 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SWITCH - 40 Channels $19.9SYmo 76 channels $29.99ftno 100% CREDIT APPROVAL Sates people needed In all areas. For more info, call 1-800-641-9999 W00DST0VES The largest selection in VA. Sierra, Jotul, Waterford, Hearthstone & Pellet Stoves ACME STOVE CO. 1329 E. High Street CHARLOTTESVILLE 804/971-6777 South Wales Business & Mini Storage Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229. All sizes available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer access, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. 540-341-7000 ftappafjannocfeiieto* Next Deadline: October 23 PRICE REDUCED! Older home on 1.4 acres with 1,800 sq. ft. Home has hardwood floors and fireplace with full basement. $129,900 NEW HOME TO BE BUILT! On private 3+acre lot in F.T. Galley area. Home offers three bedrooms and 2 full baths. You can make your color selections. $105,000 SCENIC 30 acres in Huntly area. Four-bedroom perc with gravel driveway already in. Fantastic views from housesite. Mostly wooded Site. Will also build to suit. Land priced at $89,900. Call Emily Henry Rainbow - V.I.P. 675-3490 or l-8005233846llffl Sperryville Realty SPERRYVIUE EMPORIUM James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088 / office SPERRYVILLE - Ashby Rd. 3 bedroom brick home, attached garage, finished basement, spacious workshop, 4.3 acres. $200,000. ROUND HILL ROAD - Sturdy 5-room stucco home on 1.11-acre lot. $50,000. RT. 211 - west of Sperryville, small gift shop - fruit stand complex, 1.5 acres. $40,000. BOSTON AREA - 3.2-acre open & wooded lot on deeded right - of - way. $22,000. James W. Leake 987-6236 Bud Corder John Eubank 675-3291 987-8146 Beautiful Rappahannock Land 1 • Washington. Virginia Perfect mountain retreat setting with Blue Ridge views. Twenty-five acres priced at $69,000. • Huntlv. Virginia Woodland, open spaces and road frontage combined for endless possibilities! Eighteen acres priced at $99,000. THE BUYER’S AGENCY, INC. M 540-675-1190 St. ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. FLINT HILL - This is a foxhunter’s delight! Excellent horse facilities plus a beautifully situated 3 BR Cape Cod enhanced by 2 acres of | lovely gardens and mt. views. 20 of the 50 acres in paddocks, 8-stall barn with 1,200 SF apt, guest quarters over 3-car garage, swimming pool, tennis court & much more! $600,000. CASTLETON - 3 BR, 2 BA Contemporary with decks overlooking stocked pond! Kitchen upgraded, thermopane windows, stone FP, par-' tially finished w/o bsmt., & detached 2-car gar., 58 acres of Christmas trees, pasture, woods, bold stream, & mountain views! $359,000. FLINT HILL - 19th Century stucco Victorian has history, charm & loads of amenities -- extensive woodwork, single/double beveled glass doors, random width pine floors, 3 FPs, & 1.4 acres with mt. views to the west. $175,000. ACREAGE -12+ acres with stream & mt. views. $69,000! 25+ wooded acres on the Jordan River. $89,000. 42 mostly open acres, streams, mt. views, barn & flexible owners. $188,000. A Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 rri M Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 !dS 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 B37 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 SCENIC RAPPHANNOCK COUNTY O’BANNON MILL RD: At end of with creek, charming older house, 3 sleeping rooms, 2 watering rooms, walnut Great Room with massive stone fireplace,porches up and down, why-not room,secluded, private, now only $133,000. MT. MARSHALL RD: At end of, with rushing creeks near Shenandoah Nat. Park and Little Washington, newish chalet, olde log cabin, exciting Mt. views, 25 wooded acres, $185,000. GRAND VIEW DRIVE: 10.5 acres front Rush River, Mt. Views, near Little Washington, woods, $75,000. ACREAGE: From $23,000. Riverfront form $49,000. LITTLE WASHINGTON: Charming older homes. LAST CHANCE to buy in September. ROGER BATCHELDER, Earthman Still behind the rock wall on Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 540-675-1776 540-937-1776 ^ a

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Serving our community by assisting your children with Physical Health & Academic Success Left to right: Chris A Stiles, CFNP,' C.J. Anderson & Dr. Margaret Jeffries Child Health Associates General Pediatrics » (540) 347-0180 Now Offering Registered Dietitian Teach your children the importance of nutrition for health and life with individual counseling. ^teeOwdey, Registered Dietitian Located at Child Health 347-0180 Now Offering Specialty Clinics 1 Currently available are six specialty clinics from the University of Virginia: • Diabetes • Endocrinology • Allergy/Pulmonology • Cardiology • Urology • Developmental Pediatrics The Pediatric Specialty Clinics ofWarrenton Located at Child Health 341-0456 Soon To Offer Child Care Center Opening soon, a safe nurturing environment with our unique approach to child care. We combine the expertise of a pediatric medical team with an educational team, serving as a model for quality child care centers. • Infant/Preschool Care • CDA Certified Tbachers •. 4-Bed Clinic • Registered Nurse Opening Late Fall Child Health Associates Child Care Center Pre-Registration Forms Available at Child Health 347-0180 Soon To Offer Learning Center Opening soon to help every student overcome difficulties encountered in an educational setting with individualized curriculum and one-on-one tutoring. • Flexible Hours • Certified teachers are carefully matched with students to provide excellence in education. Opening Late Fall Child Health Associates Learning Center For more information call Child Health 347-0180 528 Waterloo Street, Westview Professional Building, Warrenton, Virginia

HiiriNq Them STRide By DEBORAH SHEPHERD ' TlBKa-DnaocrM Staff Writer About 10 summers ago, Barbara Miller and Virginia Krebs started taking afternoon walks down Morgansburg Road south of Bealeton, near their homes. They switched to mornings when the weather got too hot, and soon other neighbors asked if they could tag along. Now an invigorating three-mile walk has become part of the daily routine for about 10 men and women, most of whom have been friends and neighbors for years. They walk five days a week, and have found it keeps their bodies and their friendships active. Mrs. Miller said, "For me it was just a time to get out and walk with our neighbors. It's good to get out and fellowship . . . and it's also such good exercise. I feel better since I've been walking and I miss it if I don't do it." Mary Yowell said, "It's the simplest See Stride, Page 20 On 77/e Cover An early morning walk by a southern Fauquier cornfield is a daily habit for these neighbors, who share the latest news as well as healthy exercise. The cover photo was taken by R.B. Gassie. Editor: Robin Earl Page Design: John Bretschneider Cover Design: Maria Persinger Advertising Manager: Kathleen Keller Writer*: Kendall Blaser, Peter Fakoury, Michael Freer, Emily Gold, Kelby Hart son, Laura Ruby, Deborah Shepherd J. Laurence Manwaring, M.D. Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck Surgery Fellow, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellow, American College of Surgeons Facial Cosmetic Surgery . Inhalant Allergy Sinus Problems & Diagnostic Hearing Evaluation Hospital Hill Medical Center 550 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 (540)347-0505 David E. Couk, m.d. David M. Snyder, m.d. Robert C. Dart, m.d. Christopher J. Brown, m.d. James R. Ramser, m.d. Orthopaedic Surgery Serving Fauquier, Culpeper and Western Prince William Since 1971 ospital Drive, Warrenton, Virginia Office (540) 347-9220 • Fax (540) 347-0342

A recent national study cited Culpeper Memorial as one of the best medical facilities in the country. And it gets better. According to this study, Culpeper Memorial is one of the country s Top 20 urban hospitals with less than 250 beds. In fact, we’re the only hospital of our size in Virginia to make the Top 100. Yet we’re still one of the most economical facilities in the entire state. In a time wken the country’s health care system is , facing a lot of challenges, Culpeper Memorial offers you affordable, high cjuality health care. With a full range of inpatient and outpatient services - including diagnostic, medical and surgical services - as well as a variety of educational and support programs. When it comes to health care, we re a first class operation. Culpeper Memorial Hospital The Right Shills. Right Here.

TimcsDcmocrat Staff Photo/RB. Gassic Dr. Samuel Yun, an oral surgeon, examines Brenda Thompson. Doctors Reach Out VoIunteers At Heart Of Free Clinic By EMILY GOLD Hmh Dmmmert Stiff Writer Before learning about the Fauquier Free Clinic, Sheila Trask rushed her two children to the emergency room whenever they needed the care of a doctor. ' This mother, who has no health insurance, said bills from emergency room visits amounted to much more than she could afford to pay. On Thursday, Sept. 5, Ms. Trask brought Ben, 7 and Kathy, S to Free Clink Night, held weekly in the Fauquier County Public Health Department building. Ben had something on his eye that his school thought may be contagious, said the mother, who estimated using the clinic 15 times. "In order for him to. go to school I need to have him checked,” Ms. Trask said while she waited for a doctor. Without the clinic, a non-profit corporation that serves Fauquier and Rappahannock counties, Ms. Trask said she would have relied upon the emergency room. There's no way we could afford it," she said. This has helped a lot.” The Fauquier Free Clinic, which opened in July 1993, provides free medical care and prescription medicine to anyone with no health insurance whose income is at or below ISO percent of the Federal poverty guidelines. To qualify, for instance, a family of four can make no more than $23,700 a year, and must have no health insurance (including Medicaid and Medicare.) The clinic will also admit any child, regardless of parental income. "We alleviate unnecessary visits to the emergency room," said Karen Flikeid^executive director of the clinic. The line of patients stretches far past the front door when the clinic opens every Thursday evening at 5:30. For one hour, volunteers sign in up to 40 patients. Next, each patient is seen by one of about four volunteer nurses, then by a volunteer medical doctor. The clinic usually has two volunteer medical doctors working each night. "It really is a team effort," Mrs. Flikeid said. "Every piece of the team is crucial." Including Mrs. Flikeid, the clinic has two part-time, paid staff. Mrs. Flikeid is in charge of administration, outreach and fund raising, while Clinical Coordinator Karen Miller, a registered nurse, oversees Clinic Night and follow-up lab work. On Clinic Night, volunteers sometimes work as late as 10:30 p.m. to ensure that all patients see doctors and get prescriptions See Clinic, Page 6 You Can Look & Feel Your Best At Any Age! Join Our Silver Circuit Exercise Program For Folks 60 & Over Only $25 per month - includes FREE annual membership! Our program includes • Strength and Endurance Training • Flexibility • Cardiovascular Fitness Our certified instructors will personally design and follow you through your individual workout program. CHESTNUT F-O-R-K-S ATHLETIC CLUB CHESTNUT FORKS ATHLETIC CLUB >379 Airlie Road, Warrenton, Virginia 540-347-0823 Laura Callif, M.Ed. CERTIFIED AUDIOLOGIST Complete Range of Diagnostic Hearing Tests Hearing Aid Evaluation, Fitting and Repair Hearing Conservation including Custom Ear Protection & Electronic Ear Protection Swim Molds and Earmolds □ □ □ 'Participating in hearing screening at the Fauquier Hospital Health Fair 8 ajn. to 1 pjn. on Saturday, Sept. 28 In association with J. Laurence Manwaring, M.D., LTD Hospital Hill Medical Center 550 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 (540) 347-0505 r

► CliNic From Page 5 filled. The volunteers have served more than 1,500 patients since the clinic's opening. "I think we're picking up a lot of patients who fall through the gaps," Mrs. Miller said. These patients have recently lost their jobs or have been transferred, and have not yet re-established themselves, she said. The clinic is designed to serve the working poor, according to Beth Turner, Free Clinic Board president. There is no stigma attached to the clinic, partially because patients see the same doctors as paying patients in the community, she said. H "They are proud that they are working,” she said. "They are proud people who are self-reliant." Jerome Johnson, a Free Clinic patient who lives in Warrenton, said he has been out of work due to severe back pain for one year. He has been to the clinic two times this year to treat his back pain. "I don't have the money to go to the doctor," he said. "I don't have any money at all." Another patient also said health problems have kept her from working. Virginia Carter has visited the clinic about five times to fill drug prescriptions that treat diabetes and the heart. Ms. Carter said, "I couldn't afford my diabetes medicine. Here I can." The clinic requests, but does not require, a donation of two dollars per drug prescription, Mrs. Flikeid said. Many medications are donated by physicians and pharmaceutical companies. Still, Mrs. Flikeid said medication is the clinic's most costly expense. She estimated _ Timcs-Dcmocrat Staff Photo/R.B. Gassic Volunteers fill prescriptions for patients. The facility will spend $30,000 this year just on medicine. that the clinic will spend $30,000 this year on medicine alone. Board member Trice Gravatte, a doctor who helped start the clinic, said doctors volunteer during Clinic Night and in their own offices. Often, doctors offer to treat clinic patients on a regular basis at no charge or for a reasonable fee, Gravatte said. Doctors also refer clinic patients to specialists. "We like everyone who's coming in here to get adopted by a doctor,” he said. The clinic expanded its services last September, adding a dental clinic twice each month. The dental clinic usually conducts emergency care, such as pulling teeth and filling cavities. Last year, the clinic provided $239,000 worth of services for $58,000, according to Mrs. Flikeid. Catherine M. Broome, M.D. Is pleased to announce she has expanded her office hours in Warrenton Board Certified Hematologist And Oncologist To schedule an appointment, please call 540-349-1510 Dr. Broome participates with most major Health Plans including the following: MAMSI, NYLCARE, PRUDENTIAL, CHIR, BCBS OF VIRGINIA AND THE NATIONAL CAPITAL AREA, GWUHP, ALLIANCE, AFFORDABLE, AETNA, HEALTH KEEPERS, HUMANA HMO, KEY CARE, KEY ADVANTAGE, MEDICAID, MEDICARE, METRA HEALTH, NCPPO, PHCS, QUAL CHOICE, US HEALTHCARE. 406 Hospital Drive, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 Diane L. King, M.D , F.A.A F.P, Ralph M Robinson, M.D.. F.A.C.S. & Margaret A. Ragan, R.N.. M.S.M., N.P. edical & Surgical Services Newborns, Children, Adults, Geriatrics Hospital & In-Office Procedures 540 439-8100 Preventative Medicine Office Surgery Vasectomies Immunizations Allergy Injections Flu Vaccinations For your convenience, the following insurance plans are now available: Trtgon (BC/BS of Virginia) Indemnity Only, Key Advantage (State Employees Only). Medicare, CHIR, Aetna, Alliance, MDiPA, Mams. Life And Health (MLH), Optimum Choice, National Capital PPO (NCPPO). Qual Choice. NYLCare. Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

One Day At A Hme AumiMMUNiTy Can DisAblE By DEBORAH SHEPHERD Tlmo-Democrat Staff Writer ^ ther people tell them they are lazy. They receive unsolicited cise or trying vitamins. They are told, "It's all in your head." But those who suffer from autoimmune diseases — about 20 percent of the popular tion — know that their disabilities are very real. They may have good days, when the bone-crushing fatigue lessens or the joint pain fades. Yet the trauma and uncertainty of their condition is always with them. Ann sajd, "I don't need people telling me I'm lazy when I'm having a bad day. I couldn't walk the dog to the end of the block. People think I don't want to do these things.” With the ironic sense of humor that many autoimmune patients develop, Virginia noted, "People told me that I needed a new mattress — that's why my back was hurting." Sometimes even the doctors are uninformed. "I had a doctor look me right in the face and tell me that Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and fibromyalgia were just fancy names for being achy and tired," said Joan, advice about getting more exer Times-Democrat Staff Photo/R.B. Gassie Self-education is critical to care. who suffers from the rare and complex Behcet's Disease. These women are part of an autoimmune support group that meets twice a month at Fauquier Hospital. F. Elizabeth Brooker, a chnical social worker, started the group six years ago for those suffering from chronic illnesses. It evolved into a vital source of strength for people who suffer with some of the least understood maladies in medical science. See Immune, Page 10 Fauquier Dental Care Cosmetic And Family Dentistry Dr. Jeffrey M. Massie Dr. Heather H. Gibson Now You Can: Whiten discolored teeth, Enjoy bondings or veneers, Close spaces between teeth, Straighten teeth without braces and, Benefit from white fillings for back teeth. - 540-364-2400 - 77 West Main Street, Historic Marshall, Virginia PIEDMONT PRIMARY CARE FAMILY PRACTICE INTERNAL MEDICINE PEDIATRICS We’re Piedmont Primary Care, a new local multispecialty practice that brings together our region’s best primary care physicians. We’re not an HMO or some other big, impersonal health care organization. We’re simply a group of local doctors who have come together to provide you with the best, most affordable medical care available. Our new practice combines three different medical specialties (Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and Pediatrics) into a single organization. Each division will still have a separate suite of offices and will operate like an independent practice, but we can provide a greater range of services at a lower cost to you. We’re excited about our new venture, and we think you will be, too! For more information, please call us at (540) 347-9900, or stop by our booth at the “Alive and Kicking” Health Fair at Fauquier Hospital on September 28th. “Alive and Kick* & Tth Fair, Sept-281

Breast Cancer Awareness Saves Lives MAMMOQRAphiES ClUJCiAl By PETER FAKOURY nm-DoMcntf Special Writer For hundreds if not thousands of years artists have found beauty in the tender, pose of a woman holding a baby to her breast. From the Madonna and child frescos that adorn the cathedrals of Italy to the maternal paintings of American artist Mary Cassatt, the mother-and-baby is immortalized in hundreds of masterpieces. It is a strange irony that the part of a woman's body that brings life to a baby, the breast, can bring death to her. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death among women today. From a tiny pinhead-sized mass it often spreads throughout the body with frightening speed. "They say the number-one risk factor for breast cancer is being a woman," said Dr. Linda Daniel, a radiologist at Fauquier Hospital. "As a woman, it's something very personal for me.” Dr. Daniel spends much of her work day searching out this insidious disease, carefully poring over radiographic images of the breast called mammograms. To the untrained eye a mammogram looks like a blotchy mix of light and shadow. Years of experience and training have taught Dr. Daniel to discover tiny clues indicating the presence of breast cancer. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a national effort to draw attention to the disease, and the importance of early detection. Mammography is one of the best resources available to women at risk for breast cancer. The mammogram image, created with a small amount of x-ray radiation, allows doctors to find a growing cancer before it spreads throughout the body. Early detection often means the difference between life and death, yet surprisingly few women get a regular mammogram. Only 40 percent of American women follow the guidelines established by the American Cancer Society, the National Cancer Institute and 11 other medical organizations. Most medical experts recommend that women get their first mammogram between the ages of 3S-39. This becomes her baseline mammogram, against which subsequent mammograms are compared. Between the ages of 40-49 women should get a mammogram every one to two years, and annually after 30 years of age. Scientists say that deaths from breast cancer would'decrease by 30 percent if women got mammograms when recommended. Dr. Daniel said that one of the reasons so many women fail to get their regular mammograms is fear. Common concerns Photo Courtesy of Fauquier Hospital Ur. Douglas Clarke, radiologist, readies Fauquier Hospital’s stereostatic breast biopsy system, which allows for a non-surgical biopsy. about the procedure include breast pain during the test, and exposure to the x-ray radiation. Dr. Daniel said mammograms performed on dedicated mammography equipment require extremely low levels of radiation that are not harmful. At most mammography sites the cost of a screening mammogram ranges from about $100 to $125. To keep the cost down and encourage more women to get mammograms, Fauquier Hospital has held its cost at $59 for the past six years. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month One in nine women will develop breast cancer. Early detection through screening mammography and self breast exam offer your best protection. Ask about our upcoming Mammocare Program Michael L. Smith, M.D., FACS, ASBS Linda M. Sommers, M.D., FACS, ASBS • Breast Care • General & Laproscopic Surgery • Mammography • Surgical Oncology • Ultrasound ‘ Varicose & Spider Vein Treatment Please call 540-349-1510 for an appointment. Drs. Smith and Sommers participate with most Health Plans including the following: MAMSI, NYLCARE, Prudential, CHIR, BCBS Of Virginia and The National Capital Area, GWUHP, Alliance, Affordable, Aetna, Healthkeepers, Humana HMO, Key Care, Key Advantage, Medicaid, Medicaid Medallion, Metra Health, NCPPO, PHCS, Qual Choice, US Healthcare, Medicare Mammography ACR accredited facility, participating with the above plans 406 Hospital Drive, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 (540) 349-1510

PhysicAl TkenApy Care DEMANds PARTNERship By KENDALL BLASER Times-Democrat Special Writer In a time of revolutionary changes in the health care industry, the patient is often left feeling overwhelmed when having to seek medical treatment. As more and more employers are trying to manage escalating benefit costs, many are turning to cost containment organizations, better known as Health Maintenance Organizations. A classic characteristic of these health care plans is the delineation of primary care physicians. Patients must first see their PCP in order to receive a prescription to be evaluated by a specialist. In the Commonwealth of Virginia a physician referral has always been required by law for a patient to be evaluated and treated by a physical therapist. But further restrictions are attached to HMO policies, such as precertification requirements and a restricted number of visits and/or procedures. Many of these new limitations to treatment have made it imperative that the therapist develop the most direct and appropriate treatment plan for the patient. This has always been important for the success of treatment, but now is critical in a time when a patient may be limited to three to six visits whether that patient has met the goals of. treatment or not. To create the optimum environment for a successful treatment plan, the therapist must involve the patient with their treatment. The most typical way this is done is through home exercise programs. A home program may include strengthening, range of motion, exercise or possibly retraining of the performance of an activity. More and more of the responsibility of the physical therapy conditioning program is placed in the patients' hands while the therapist concentrates on the manual treatment techniques and patient instruction during die office visits. The patient instruction and subsequent implementation of exercise and/or behavior modification is essential in order to achieve treatment goals. This may include the proper use of modalities (heat, ice, aquatics), proper body mechanics, posture training, transfer techniques, gait modifications, orthotic implementation and’, most commonly, strengthening and ROM exercises. If the patient is going to be able to transfer the information outside clinical setting, the physical therapist needs to be an effective teacher and communicator. This requires a thorough understanding of the patient's diagnosis and experience in the appropriate treatment techniques. Kendal Blaser is a physical therapist with Blaser Physical Therapy. Confidential Consultation Assessment and intensive outpatient treatment for: Depression Anxiety Stress and addiction to the following: Gambling, Sex, Spending, Eating, Prescription or Street Drugs, Alcohol, Nicotine, Caffeine Caring • Convenient • Credentialed %p6ert *B. IadeCuca, Ph. (D Licensed Psychologist, State Certified Substance Abuse Counselor Insurance Reimbursable Member American Psychological Association NBCCH Member National Board (or Certified CKnicel Hypnotherapist* CALL TODAY 347-1596 ^bAD'ic Member National Aeeociation o( Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor* - .,v—. ’• ' -- - ..•' * • Evening and Saturday hours available P.0 Box 3381,436 Hospital Drive, Warrenton, Va 22186 Warrenton’s Premier Total Health & Fitness Center Is Now Open! THE STRENGTH ZONE • State of the art cardio machines by Star Trek and Tectrix • Strength equipment by Rex • Free weight room THE TONE ZONE • 50 classes per week • Classes for all levels • Step, slide, hi/lo, circuit, strength training & more Tai Chi and Stretch & Breathe classes with Carrie Blair Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Yoga coming soon! NEW CLASS SPORT STEP The ultimate cardiovascular challenge! Combines step aerobics with sport specific moves. Call 349-2791 169 Keith Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 THE SPORTS ZONE • Open Gym Night • Men’s indoor basketball 3 on 3 Leagues starting in October. • Non-members welcome THE WELLNESS ZONE • Biometrics nutrition and exercise • New program! Movement Matters: Private 4-week exercise program for overweight and inactive persons. Nutritional guidance, assistance in strengthening, toning & improving cardiovascular levels. Introductory seminar Sr. registration Monday, September 30, 7:00 p.m. Call if you plan to attend.

► Immune From Page 7 According to Dr. Noel Rose, immunologist with Johns Hopkins University, autoimmunity occurs when the body's natural defenses against disease turn against themselves. This disorder can cause one of more than 80 identified autoimmune diseases, which in turn can wreak havoc throughout the body. ‘ For instance. Fibromyalgia Syndrome produces deep muscular pain, incapacitating fatigue, loss of concentration and sleep disorders. Scleroderma can cause skin to harden, resulting in numbness or pain, infection, stiffness and swelling; systemic scleroderma moves inward to the esophagus, intestines, lungs, heart and kidneys. Behcet's Disease can inflict skin lesions, arthritis or spinal cord inflammation. But symptoms can be elusive and may differ from patient to patient. Some suffer from both a primary and a secondary autoimmune disease, which layer symptom upon symptom. Doctors have difficulty reaching definitive diagnoses — and treatment is even harder. Juanita recalled, "I had years of normal blood tests. They sent me to psychologists. When I finally got a diagnosis, I said, 'Yes! I have something!'" Although autoimmunity has been recognized for about 40 years, researchers are only beginning to get at the root causes of autoimmune diseases. Therefore doctors are forced to treat the symptoms, not the dis > Dr. Andrea T. Wallacel —Optometrist— I Full Service Eye Gare ^ • Eye Examinations * • Fashion Frames • All Types Of Cqntact Lenses Office hours by appointment, evenings available m 347-2217 m 98 Alexandria Pike, Warrenton As Warrenton Internal Medicine expands to meet your needs, Dr. McCarthy, Dr. Metzing, and Dr. Simpson, along with all of PIEDMONT PRIMARY CARE, welcome our newest associate Demetrius S. Maoury, M.D. General Internal Medicine 382 Hospital Drive Warrenton, Virginia By Appointment Only 347-4200 Watch our convenient new offices, with plenty of parking, emerging on Blackwell Road Occupancy March 1997 Visit Our Pediatric Affiliate PIEDMONT PRIMARY CARE - PEDIATRICS Accepting Appointments - Please Call 347-9900 P1EDMOISTT PRIMARY CARE you wouldn’t “ftdersfa/uj TimcsDcmocral Staff PhoCo/R.B. Gassic Elaine Morgan shares a rare light look at autoimmune diseases. eases themselves. Anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteriods and immunosuppressive drugs may be prescribed, but most come with two heavy price tags: one that hits the wallet and the other in the form of side effects such as kidney and liver damage, stomach ulcers or mental confusion. Researchers now believe that autoimmune diseases stem from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Viruses, stress, chemical exposure and even food allergies may trigger an autoimmune disease in someone genetically predisposed to developing one. And if a grandparent has lupus, for instance, the risk of the grandchild developing that or one of the other autoimmune diseases is increased. Belinda said, "My mother had lupus. She suffered so much and became an invalid, she couldn't walk. I was so scared I would be like her, and I was so much younger [when striken]." Each member of the support group has his or her own theories about treatments. When they meet they trade tips about medications, doctors and recalcitrant insurance companies. But what emerged from one recent meeting was not just an exchange of important information but the emotional relief of talking with "someone who understands." Ann, who suffers from Hepatitis-B, said, "We used to go back-packing and now I can't even hike for a day. I feel like I'm grieving over my previous lifestyle." Around the table, heads nodded in sympa thy. There is regret, frustration, and a lack of control. And Juanita, a mother of school-age children, voiced another common theme of the autoimmune disease sufferer guilt. "I’ve been tired and over-stressed with the kids home for the summer," she told the others. "When they’re in school I can lie down and rest but when they're home I feel guilty. They understand when I don't feel well but when I ty to lie down, five minutes later they're fighting, or they want something." Members congratulate one another on the small triumphs that loom so large in an autoimmune world: visiting a grandchild, taking a long drive in the car. Often, they must prepare for a day of activity by spending the previous and the following days in bed, conserving, prprirms energy_ The cruelest fact about autoimmune disease is that its symptoms may strike out randomly. Stomach cramps and a sudden fever of 103 can, without warning, dismantle the day's plans. "Our motto," said Elaine Morgan, "is carpe diem: 'Seize the day.’ Sometimes it's carpe momentum: 'seize the moment.' " Homebound now after being diagnosed with scleroderma three years ago, she said, "I live by philosophy right now. I have scleroderma but it doesn't have me." Marie (fibromyalgia, with lupus as a secondary disease) still maintains her job of 17 years but, "It takes all my energy to do my eight hours a day. One morning I spent an hour trying to get my teeth brushed so I knew I couldn't go to work. 1 pace myself.” The up-and-down nature of autoimmune disease makes it hard for families and friends to realize that the suffering is real. The group members commiserated with one another about their "lack of credibility" at home and at work. Thomas described one of the anxieties of being at the whim of a capricious disease. "It's like being diagnosed with cancer. With every ache or pain you wonder if that's it. And when we're having a bad day, nobody understands. They don't have to live it." As he was talking, Thomas' watch alarm sounded, alerting him to take his medicine. If his insurance did not co-pay, his monthly medicine bill would total $1,000, he said. Ann said, "Always with the blood and urine tests, you're afraid they'll say your kidneys are involved, or your brain or your Heart. You re waiting for the bomb to fall. Even as their diseases flare and then go into remission, or as symptoms appear or worsen, the everyday tasks of living must be tended. Everyone agreed that, as difficult as it is for them to live with their diseases, their families also suffer. loan is married with three children. Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at 17, later with hepatitis and Behcet's Syndrome, she has spent three and a half of the last eight months in the hospital. "My husband has to keep the house clean, tend the children, do yard work and work full time," she said quietly. "When he had to go out of town we had to have a home health nurse come in. But the insurance doesn't pay for someone to come into ---See. Immune. Page. 22

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HeaItIi Fair SIatecI For Sept. 28, 29 single life saved would be worth the months of planning and the coordination of the hundreds of details. # mBut Fauquier Hospital has plenty of proof that its annual Alive And Kicking Health Fair is worth the work. Over the years there have been numerous testimonies — a middle-aged man who lives today because his prostate cancer was discovered at the Alive And Kicking Health Fair; a man whose skin cancer was detected at one of the free screenings; a woman whose dangerously high blood sugar was detected in time to get her to the Emergency Room before she went into diabetic shock. The halls of Fauquier Hospital will be full of healthy activity as this year’s Alive And Kicking Health Fair gets underway Saturday, Sept. 28. Now in its eighth year, Alive And Kicking has become a popular fall event in the community. Last year more than 1,000 people flocked to the hospital to take advantage of more than a dozen free health 'screenings, free health literature, information booths and children’s activities. From 8 a.m. until 1 p.m., the hospital will open its doors to anyone who is curious about their cholesterol level, wants to know their blood pressure or body fat composition, or wants to be checked for anemia, breast cancer, diabetes, hearing problems and more. The fair also features mini-courses on cardio-pumonary resuscitation and the Heimlich technique, short lectures on such topics as skin cancer, heart attacks, weight loss and diabetes and tours of the hospital. “Each year we try to add something new and different,” said Michelle North, Fauquier Hospital’s Community Relations and Health Outreach Coordinator. “At this year’s fair we’ve added a Women’s Health Hall, with information and exhibits on things like osteoporosis and anemia, and we added some mini-lectures, and the Fire Safety House. There’s also some special sessions for those trying to quit smoking. And Photos Courtesy of Fauquier Hospital Sherry Twining, speech therapist, works with a young visitor at last year’s Alive and Kicking Health Fair. it s all free to the public.” For the first time the Alive And Kicking festival will carry a theme — Out Of This World, and the hospital will be bedecked with outer space decorations and Star Trekstyle adornments. The hospital hopes the space motif will help make the event as fun as it is educational. Children will find plenty to do at this *' :: ' * - ■ ■ ; / ■■■ j - • ■> ■ ' -s r.-. ' , Saturday, September 28 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Health Fair at Fauquier Hospital , •Fourteen different free health screenings. (8 a.m. - 1 p.m.) ?—anemia,., blood pressure, internal balance, breast .cancer, cholesterol, diabetes, skin cancer, asthma, hearing, foot, checks, prostate cancer, posture, weight, body fft composition ; *• CPR and Heimlich technique mini-classes (9:30 - 11 a.m.) — four half-hour sessions, scheduled on the hour and half hour t * High technology demonstrations (8 a.m. -1 p.m.) - *: ‘ .* • Mini-Lectures (9 - 11:30 a.m.) 9 a.m. — Women s lecture. Dr. Mary Martin % 9:30 a.m. — Diabetes, Dr. Steven .von Elten 10 a.m. — Cardiology, Dr. Wilmore Finerman ■ 10:30 a.m. — Skin Cancer, Dr. Lisa ■r --a, . "v •<*S» r ' ' • *,W • £ * f , | :- ^''<ILv- ■■■... _'^.- ' ■■ „ ■ • - '• ■• •• • •> •■••:• ■' ••''■' oUcrmio Sherman 11 a.m. — Heart Attacks, Dr. Donald Graham 11:30 a.m: — Weight Loss, Dr. Lee Mauroner ♦Women t Health Hall, with exhibits, demonstrations and screenings (8 a.m. -1 p.m.) “Children's Activities (8 am. * 1 p.m.) ' ♦ Tours of Various Hospital Departments (8 a.m. -1 pan.) • * INOVA Air Ship (helicopter) (8 a-m. - upon) • '' '• Fire Safety House (8 a.m, - 1" p.».) ' Pharmacy Informational Sessions (8 a.m. -1 p.m.)— ) . • Smoking Cessation Mini-Classes (8a.m.-noon) • * t. % * ■ Sunday, September 29 w • 3K Run in Old Town Wanenton (8 a.m.) :• ;• • ?, - •;i~ » huif ‘ year’s Alive And Kicking Health Fair. While adults are visiting the various screening and information stations, children can play in the Moon Bounce, pick up free trickor-treat bags, get their faces painted (without paint), and look inside the LNOVA medical helicopter. The Germ Glow Box, popular at many hospital events, shows kids the importance of hand washing to personal hygiene by making bacteria and dirt glow when kids place their hands under a special light. Other events planned include the Project KidCare booth, where parents can get a free photo IDs made of their children, in case one should ever turn up missing, pharmacy information sessions, where people can discuss the medications they take with a phar macist, and various demonstrations. The Fire Safety House, operated by Fauquier County Fire and Rescue and the Office of Emergency Services, also will be at the Alive And Kicking Health Fair. The unique house-on-wheels shows children and adults what to do in the event of a fire. “Alive And Kicking is a way of giving to our community,” said Rodger Baker, Fauquier Hospital’s president/CEO. It’s our mission to provide for the health care needs of the community, and part of that includes prevention. We’ve helped many people discover their risk for certain medical conditions through our free screenings, and See Kicking, Page 13 K_ Members of the Blue Ridge Barbershoppers performed at the ‘95 fair.

Photos Courtesy of Fauquier Hospital Nurse Mary Nally helps a patient fill out paperwork for a screening. ► KickiNq From Page 12 get appropriate care before things get serious. I know that Alive And Kicking has actually helped save some lives.” Alive And Kicking comes to a close Sunday. September 29 with the annual 5kilometer run through Old Town Warrenton. The run starts at the Warrenton Visitors Center at 8 a.m., and runners must register ahead of time with the hospital’s Referral Service. To spread the word about Alive And Kicking, Fauquier Hospital is relying on word of mouth, the news media, and its own community newsletter. Healthy Happenings. The newsletter reaches 50,000 homes in Fauquier and the surrounding areas, and is one of the best methods of letting people know about the Health Fair. When newspaper coverage is good, or when Healthy Happenings hits,the streets, our phones start to ring off the hook, said Diane Haworth, the hospital Referral Service Coordinator. “Most of the hospital’s calls for information about Alive And 7 know that Alive and Kicking has actually helped save some lives! — Roger Baker Kicking cojne to her office. We know Alive And Kicking is well-received by the call volume we get. People like the fact that they can get so much for free.” Over the years the hospital has received phone calls and letters from people expressing appreciation for the Alive And Kicking Health Fair. “Preventive medicine is becoming a bigger part of health care, so we’re glad to provide this service to the community each year,” said North. We believe it’s a worthwhile expenditure of our time and resources.” To get more information about Alive And Kicking, call the Fauquier Hospital Referral Service, at 349-0588. Pediatric dentist Dr. Karen Dunegan teaches effective tooth brushing. Gavin E. Reynolds, D.D.S. FAMILY DENTISTRY 6360 Village Center Drive Bealeton, Virginia 22712 540-439-1088 BEALETON VILLAGE CENTER NEXT TO FOOD LION OFFICE HOURS BY APPOINTMENT COUNSELING ASSOCIATES, INC. MEETING ALL YOUR MENTAL HEALTH, NEEDS • ROBERT B. IADELUCA, PH.D. Psychologist I Substance Abuse Counselor • MARGE MEYER, M.A., School Psychologist • ROBERT MEYER, PH.D., Clinical Psycholgist • MARCUS S. VANDIVIERE, ED.D., Professional Counselor Counseling & Psychotherapy * Psychological Evaluations Biofeedbaclc Training/Stress Management • Substance Abuse Counseling INDIVIDUALS • CHILD • COUPLES • FAMILY 436 HOSPITAL DRIVE WARRENTON, VIRGINIA PHONE (540) 347-1596 ^ “I feel better. '? CONVALESS delivered my electric bed and wheelchair right away. They also filed my insurance... Thanks, CONVALESS. ” **• A COMPLETE HOME HEALTH EQUIPMENT SERVICE... a full line of home care equipment-beds, wheelchairs, oxygen, walkers and commodes-plus, we provide service to make the homebound recovery experience more pleasant. We will bill both Medicare and private insurance directly. CONVALESS Home Health Equipment 1 Main Street • Tha Plains, Virginia • (540)253-5275 • 800-237-5717

Seeing is believing. Any no-line lens can help you look better, but Varilux* Comfort lenses can help you see better. It's no wonder that shortly after introduction, Varilux* Comfort became the progressive lenses most Often prescribed by America's independent eye care professionals. ffy/APll iiy You are invited to come in for a FREE I VMIvLUA demonstration of Varilux* Comfort lenses. 71 W. Shirley Ave., Warrenton • 347-5895 Dr. AlfredC. Griffin, Jr. Practice limited to Orthodontics ORTHODONTICS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS Diplomatic American Board of Orthodontics 179 Broadview Avenue Warrenton, Virginia 20186 540-347-1888 American Association of Orthodontists Times-Democrat Staff Pholo/Hcathcr Hall . Treadmills are in almost constant use at the Old Town Athletic Club. New Athletic Club Is OFF AncI RuNNiNq BAsIcETbAll, VollEybAll Ava/IaMe By MICHAEL FREER flan IWairrl SrtlWHIg fter building her Tone Zone fitness business to prominent success, Kim Forsten and husband Mike Forsten opportunities to those seeking healthy living in Fauquier County. The Tone Zone has closed its doors and the pair recently opened The Old Town Athletic Club, located on Keith Street in Warren ton, and each feels that residents will soon discover it is the finest fitness facility in the county. "The reaction, I would say, has been overwhelmingly positive,” said Mrs. Forsten. "I think the location [of the club] is great." attempting to offer even more I he facilities are equally great inside this 15,000-square-foot building. Included for prospective members are two weight lifting rooms — one with weight machines and another with free weights — an aerobics room, a cardiovascular-machine room, saunas and a volleyball/basketball gymnasium. "You could have a field day down there for an un-Godly amount of time," Mrs. Forsten said. Nothing, it seems, was neglected in the process of setting up what Mrs. Forsten described as "a complete wellness center." The floor in the free weight room, for instance, is constructed of rolled rubber a half-inch thick; it acts as a shock absorber for weights that hit the ground. The room is also easy to mop, unlike other gyms where floors may be carpeted.. This, said Mr. and Mrs. Frosten, was also part of their plan to provide a healthier workout environment. There is also a free nursery facility on the premises, so parents who want to work out do not have to make babysitting arrangements. "We said to ourselves. If we’re going to do this, we're going to do it right, or we won't even bother,' " Forsten said. Although the two realize there is plenty of well-established competition in the county [i.e., Chestnut Forks Athletic Club, the Weight Room at the Black Belt College of Tae Kwon Do and Fauquier High's weight room], they also understand there is an untapped market still out there. Forsten said that surveys have shown that only about 15 percent of the population actually works out on a regular basis. "Thai leaves a huge market we want to draw from," Forsten said. "There are so many people we can focus on —older people, teenagers, younger kids." The Forstens hope to tap into some of that 85 percent with one of their big projects: Movement Matters. The program is designed for those people who don't have much of a fitness background: teens, senior citizens, the overweight and the sedentary population. Movement Matters is a supervised fourweek project that will allow these people to exercise at their own pace, with the hope that they will eventually move into the regular club workout programs. U

Child HeaItIi Associates TaIies HolisTic AppROAch To Kid Care By EMILY GOLD Tiaa-Dcaocrat Staff Writer Children will be able to visit a doctor, play outside and receive tutoring at a single facility when Child Health Associates, Ltd. opens its new center in January. The two-building facility, envisioned by Margaret Jeffries, a Warrenton doctor, is expected to occupy 9,800 square feet on West Shirley Highway in Warrenton. Child Health Associates will add doctors and medical services to its pediatric practice when it moves to the new site. In addition, a new day care center and learning center will be established there. "We are the first in Virginia to combine a pediatric clinic, a child care center and a learning center,” said Donald Honeycutt, vice president of Child Health Associates. The facility, a $2 million project financed by Patriot National Bank, will give Child Health Associates IS exam rooms instead of its current seven. Three additional doctors are expected to join the practice. Planning began on the project one year ago in response to the growth of the medial practice. "We were outgrowing our space," Dr. Jeffries said. "It made perfect sense." Combining child care and learning centers with the medical practice will fill a community need, Honeycutt and Dr. Jeffries agreed. "This center is one of a holistic approach," Honeycutt said. "We're trying to reach the whole child and work with the whole child." When Child Health Associates moves to its new building, the practice is expected to grow to four doctors and one nurse practitioner. , Plans call for adding an emergency care See Children, Page 20 ‘We re trying to reach the whole child and work with the whole child! Donald Honeycutt Warrenton Medical Associates, P.C. Norman L. Mauroner, Jr., M.D. Joseph P. David, M.D. Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialists • Physician Monitored Weight Management • Adolescent to Geriatric Medicine • New Patients Welcome j 555 Hospital Drive, Warrenton, Virginia (540) 347-5512 . Weight Management, (540) 347-6682 M. •/ Specializing in Stress and Pain Management Deep Tissue 4Kriya Swedish ♦ Myofacial Therapeutic Touch ♦ Reiki Salt Rubs Special Session. Rates & Packages Available _Gift Certificates By Appointment Only Sherwood Office Complex Bealeton,-Virginia 22712 (540) 439-0081 (540) 439-0765 Major Credit Cards Accepted Certified by ABMP VA Department of Rehab. Services Provider Fauquier Chamber of Commerce Member Chartered Member of Southern Fauquier Business Owners Association Workman's Comp Speech Language Therapy olette Reynolds M.A., C.C.C. Speech Language Pathologist Prevention through early identification and treatment of childhood communication disorders. American Speech- Language Hearing Association Certified Member 54 East Lee Street, Suite 208, Warrenton 347-1239 Family Dentistry Vincent J. Murray, D.D.S., P.C. Member No. Va. Dental Society & Academy of General Dentistry • Preventive Care • Crowns & Bridges • Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) • Cosmetic/Esthetic Bonding • Endodontics (Root Canals) • Oral Surgery • Periodontics (Gum Treatment) 585 Frost Avenue Warrenton, Virginia In Towne Centre Mall near Food Lion (540) 349-0056 An Innovator in Outpatient Healthcare Services ^HC4 Warren# «e'>aWllteMone«^ep featuring; • r> Physical theranv National thenar therapy • pediatric & geriatric services • rehabilitation of orthopaedic & sports injuries • treatment of neurological disorders & injuries • Medicaid, Medicare, & private insurance accepted • participant in most managed care plans (540) 347-2668 287 West Shirley Avenue • Warrenton, Virginia 20186

Times-Democrat Staff Photo/Hcathcr Hall Aerobics classes — with or without step work — are offered at the Old Town Athletic Club. would a healthcare facility allow missy aad aiax to stay with you? 'Fkiquier Hospital Home Health Serving the community for 10 years ♦Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Medicare/Medicaid Certified. Sure would, if you choose Fauquier Hospital's Home Health Services. Home-based services are a preferable complement to hospitalization, delivering a level of care that eliminates the need for acute treatment. It’s a way of shortening hospital stays and treating chronic conditions. D Our therapists provide a full range of services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as orthopaedic and stroke rehabilitative services. Our all RN nursing staff offers a full range of skilled services, including homeinfusion therapy which frees the patient to pursue normal routines at home among family and friends— two and four-legged. A medical social worker offers counseling and helps sort out problems related to serious illness. Personal care a patient finds difficult is performed by our home health aides. As an alternative to assisted living or a nursing home, Private Duty Nursing or the Companion Care Program can help an elderly or homebound loved one remain independent. □ This broad array of resources is reason enough to choose Fauquier Hospital Home Health. Even more important— and unique to this locality—is our JCAHO accreditation*, your assurance that we meet the highest national standards of quality care. If you have any questions or need to arrange services, give us a call at 347-7444. A nurse is on-call 24 hours a day. ► Club From Page 14 "I think people feel if they don't work out five days a week, they're not getting anything out of it," Mrs. Forsten says. "That's just not the case. We want to show them that working out does not have to be so time-consuming." The biggest added feature that could set this club apart from the rest is the gym. With two full-sized courts, both volleyball and basketball figure prominently into drawing more members. "When we did our research, the community seemed hungry for some other sports at * their club," Mrs. Forsten said. The club plans to offer clinics and tournaments in both sports. A co-ed volleyball league will begin at the end of September, and a three-on-three basketball league is set to begin in October. The floor again is a unique surface. Called Mate flex, the rubber floor has shock absorbers underneath the surface. "[The gym] is just another way of getting everyone involved in fitness without breaking their pockets," Mrs. Forsten says. Cost for the club ranges from $40 to $50 per month for individuals. There are also reduced rates available for families and various companies. Also receiving a reduction in rates are employees of county government agencies, police, fire and rescue companies and employees of county public schools, the Fauquier Hospital, and the Town of Warrenton. 1 ■■ MS - DIABETES 2 -GLAUCOMA 3 5 20/20 vision isn’t the only reason to see your eye doctor. SAMUEL L. WEIR OD, P.C. Doctor of Optometry (540) 347-0555 Westview Professional Center 528 Waterloo Road Warrenton, Virginia 20186 ' Providing quality vieian cart and tynotar to Fauquier County $ina 1979.

Lectures On Womens HeaItIi Issues PopulAR By LAURA RUBY Ttea-Onwcnt SUIT Writer Fauquier Hospital this summer launched a series of lectures geared toward educating women oh women's issues. "There was an initiative this year to get as many hospitals as possible across the country to participate in a series of lectures dealing with women and menopause and (Fauquier) Hospital decided to participate," said Michelle North, the hospital's community relations coordinator, in explaining the program's origins. "That sort of got it all going. We wanted. to develop a series that would take women through the different stages and different things that are important to the female population," she said. From the beginning, she said, the seminars were hugely popular. The first menopause seminar, held in June, drew 114 participants, she said. Because of difficulty in accommodating that many people, the hospital has limited admittance at seminars to 40. "They’ve been extremely popular," she said. "It's really kind of interesting. We've hosted lectures here for years, but once we put it under the banner of women's health issues, it really made a difference." Held about once a month, the seminars cover a wide range of women's issues, Ms. North said, noting that local doctors and medical professionals provide the expertise. Upcoming seminars include "Laugh, Cough, Sneeze — Oops, Urinary Incontinence" by Dr. Mary Martin on Oct. 29 and "Putting On A New Face," which will focus on methods for preventing and minimizing wrinkles, by Dr. Lisa Sherman in November. The hospital plans to add a new dimension to the lectures this fall with a Women's Health Hall among the displays at the Alive and Kicking Health Festival. Slated for Saturday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, Sept. 29 at the hospital, die event will offer free health screenings, demonstrations, classes and lectures. (See Story, Page 12) The women's health hall will feature a bone densitometer, which can measure the strength of one's bones, as well as information on mammograms and directions for breast self-exams, Ms. North said. Additionally, Dr. Martin will display an interactive demonstration on laparocope, allowing observers the opportunity to "perform an operation." Doctors Thomas Myers, Robert Young and Jeffrey Bell plan to set up a sonogram demonstration. The video will feature the different stages of pregnancy and the doctors will explain the development of the baby, Ms. North said. Chauncey A. McHargue MD Deborah W. Lockman MD Hannah P. Pearce MD Dermatologists Board Certified/Eligible by the American Board of Dermatology General Dermatology •Treatment of all disorders of the skin, hair and nails •Skin cancer prevention and screening Phototherapy •Ultraviolet light therapy Surgical Dermatology •Treatment of skin cancer and other major and minor tumors of the skin •Removal of moles •Revision of scars •All surgical procedures are performed in the office Aesthetic Dermatology •Treatment of leg and facial veins •Chemical peels for acne, sun damaged and aged skin Culpeper 1100 Sunset Lane Culpeper VA 22701 Hrederid^6iup 4376rGermanna Hwy (Rte 3) Locust Grove VA 22508 opening in 1997 Wammton 400-D Hospital Drive Warrenton VA 20186 For Appointments in All Locations 825-6290 or 1-800-825-6290 Evening Appointments Available We welcome all insurance plans but our participation in insurance plans and managed care is strictly limited to assure that there are no disincentives to comprehensive, quality medical and surgical care; all pathology is read by board certified dermatopathologists, there are no limitations on laboratory or other testing; there are no restrictions on treatment tor medically necessary care___ Clifton L. Harris, D.D.S. FAMILY DENTISTRY at 8459 Ashhy Avenue Marshall, Virginia New Patients - Insurance Welcome (540) 364-1117 Prompt Emergency Care Evening Hours Available JSL Lose up to DIET 30 LBS 30 DAY Programs start at $30 MAGIC 800-853-9888 1 went from a size 13 to a size 8 in 2 months, and I've kept it off for 2 years. Call me and Yll get you started today. — Sheila Drs. Thomas E. Myers, Robert E. Young, Jr. & Jeffrey W. Bell Deliver Board Certified by the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology Myer» & Young, P.C. is an established obstetrical and gynecological practice committed to providing our patients with the highest quality health care and announce participation with AETNA PPO, Affordable, Alliance, BC/BS of Virginia & PPO, BSNCA, Capital Care, Champus, CHIR, M.D. IPA, Medicaid, Medicare, NCPPO, NYLCare, Optimum Choice, PHCS, and QualChoice. Call today to schedule an appointment. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Accepting New Patients MYERS AND YOUNG, P.C. -OBSTETRICS t\D GWECOLOCY— 428 Hospital Drive, Warrenton • (540) 349-1505

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Tuncs Dcmocrat Staff Photos/R.B. Gassic Accordion player Philip J. Ventura entertains at Marshall Manor. ► MarsNaLI From Page 18 be like for a husband or wife of an Alzheimer’s patient. “It’s somebody that you have lived with for 60 years and they don’t recognize you. It’s heart-breaking,’’ he said. To understand how an Alzheimer's patient feels, Ms. Moe recalled how someone once described it to her. “Imagine that you go to the shopping mall, and when you want to leave you have forgotten where you parked. So you look and look and look for your car, but to no avail. Then you start wondering whether it was stolen or you simply haven’t found it yet, and you begin to panic and get angry and bewildered.” For someone suffering from Alzheimer’s, this is a constant occurrence. “Basically, they feel that way all of the time, so you can see why they get frustrated,” she said. Sometimes these patients do get aggressive, but Ms. Moe said she empathizes —1 considering what they are going through. Hammerman noted that Marshall Manor does not believe in using anti-psychotic drugs. The manor’s Alzheimer’s unit has an enclosed, supervised outdoor yard. “It’s a very open-air unit,” said Ms. Moe. “The residents can go outside and they can wander without endangering themselves or others.” Supervised activities are also provided for the dementia patients. In early September, they were taken to the Shenandoah mountains for a picnic. “They loved it, just to be out there in the country with the fresh air,” she remarked. Hammerman explained that those suffering from Alzheimer’s have extremely short attention spans, so the activities must be suited for them. For the most part, they lose short-term memory but retain memories from the past. Ms. Moe noted that the residents respond particularly well to activities which provide entertainment. For instance, once when a live band was playing music from the seniors’ younger years, “one of the residents who never said anything started singing,” she said. “Different things bring out different memories.” The attitude of the staff at Marshall Manor reveals a lot about the senior assisted living facility. Employees say they love their job, and. brag about the national Order of Excellence Award the manor received in 1993 for quality service. Other residents have more fun things to do than a kindergarten class. With 10 activities available every day, their calender includes everything from trips to the petting zoo to arts and crafts activities to live music to “Walk ‘n Roll” and reading groups. Marshall Manor has 35 beds in its “Special Needs” unit, which services residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. There are 16 nursing home beds, for more intensive care, and 80 assisted living beds designed .for seniors who need help with everyday household duties. Marshall Manor is an assisted living facility with 131 beds. Adults, Adolescents, Children • Anxiety, Panic Disorder • Depression, Codependency • Individual Group, Marital Family Therapy • Psychological, Custody Evaluation FAUQUIER COUNSELING CENTER CARMEN T. GONZALEZ, PH.D CAROLE HERTZ, Ed.D TOM DUGGAN, LCSW JUOTTH CLAIR, M.Ed., LPC SHARON TEMPLEMAN, LCSW F. ELIZABETH BROOKER, LCSW 540-347-0613 PEGGY CHRISTENSEN. LCSW BART PAKULL, MD no 41 QEOT YIV*J NANCY FITZGERALD. MA., AB.D. MEDIATION VICKIMCCLAVE, LCSW LYNNE H. WATTS, MS BIOFEEDBACK SPEC. 54-E LEE STREET • WARRENTON, VIRGINIA 20186 DRS. WAMPLER, WHITE, FARR & WAMPLER, LTD. • J. PAUL WAMPLER, M.D., F.A.C.S. • JAMES L-. WHITE, M.D., F.A.C.S. • JOSEPH G. FARR, M.D., F.A.C.S. • G. BENJAMIN WAMPLER, M.D., F.A.C.S. • KENNETH I. HENSON, M.D. GENERAL, VASCULAR, THORACIC & LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY 8709 DIGCES ROAD MANASSAS, VIRGINIA 22110 703-368-9234 432 HOSPITAL DRIVE WARRENTON, VIRGINIA 20186 540-347-2805 WE PARTICIPATE WITH ALL MAJOR HEALTH PLANS An Innovator in Outpatient Healthcare Services Meeting Your Family’s Needs... Dr. Eric Maybach and his staff are pleased to announce that, starting in the month of October, evening hours will be available one day per week for your convenience. Extended hours are as follows: Monday • 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday • 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Dr. Maybach understands'that your time is valuable and it isn’t always possible to take time out of your work or school day. His staff, consisting of a Physician Assistant, two LPNs, and front office personnel, are fully qualified to serve your medical needs. They honor most major insurance plans and are currently accepting new patients. Dr. Maybach and staff hope these extended hours will be beneficial to you and your family. Dr. Eric J. Maybach 381 Stuyvesant Street Warrenton, Virginia 20186 (540) 347-4410 • Fax: (540) 347-4456

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No obligation. 9001 Diggcs Rd., Suite 104 20A John Marshall Street Manassas, Virginia Warren ton, Virginia (703)335-1157 (540)349-1245 Member. Association of Virginia EJcctrologists, International Guild of Professional Electrologists, 8t American Electrolysis Association WE ACCEPT VISA 8c MASTERCARD ^ChildREN From Page 15 area and two all-night rooms for sick children who are not ill enough to sleep in the hospital. Parents will be able to sleep next to their children. Pediatric specialists from the University of Virginia, who now share a single office when they bring their services to Child Health, will have four exam rooms of thenown in the new building. The new facility is being constructed by Sully Construction Company of Sterling, Va. Peter Lueders of Leesburg is the architect. In the second building, the top floor will accommodate the child care center, and the bottom floor the learning center. The child care center will be staffed by 20 full-time employees who are certified in early childhood development. The child care center has already registered 20 of the 87 children it can accommodate. Planned to operate from 6 a.m. to 10 pm., Monday through Friday, the facility will offer some weekend hours. Evening babysitting will be available as well. "We feel there's a great need for [the child care center] in our community,” Dr. Jeffries said. "We're trying to help working parents." Plans call for a dinner take-out service in the child care center to help parents who work all day. The learning center, designed to assist Dr. Margaret Jeffries school-age children, will have individual instruction rooms where children can receive tutoring in every academic subject. The center will also provide help for the learning disabled, psychological testing, SAT preparation classes, and career testing. Possibly, county grants will help those who can’t afford to pay for services offered at the learning center, Dr. Jeffries said. The child care and learning centers are currently over budget, so Honeycutt said construction on that building will be delayed. He said one of the two buildings will open by January. ► STRidE From Page 3 thing, particularly in the country where we don't have access to any aerobic group or planned form of positive exercise. Walking, from a medical standpoint, is the nicest, safest type of exercise. "And it's very economical — you don’t have to pay to belong to a club!" Mrs. Yowell was one of the first to join the two founding ladies in their morning constitutionals. Now in her 70s, Mrs. Yowell suffers from high blood pressure and a slight heart problem. Walking is just what her doctor ordered. Gradually, she found that her blood pressure readings were lower and she had shed a few pounds. "It's not a Jenny Craig or a Weight Watchers, but if I do it regularly it puts me on the right track for the day," she said. She and her husband Jack are both retired school teachers. He put on his walking shoes a few years after she did and they are one of at least three married couples who walk down Morgansburg Road. The group sets out around 7:13 in the morning, some having already tucked away breakfast, some with just a quick cup of coffee. They walk winter and summer, although Mrs. Yowell laughingly said, "20 degrees is the cut-off point." Single and married, men and women. the group mingles and chats — and sometimes they sing a little. The southern road sees some vehicular traffic but it is, nevertheless, a country road, with lots of sights to keep the walkers occupied if the talk dies down. "I'm a great nature lover and the walk is along a picturesque country road," said Mrs. Yowell. "We see water birds, and occasionally we've seen beaver, an otter, turtles, Canadian geese and herons." They walk past H.P. Neale's com field. Neale, 75, joined the group about eight years ago. "It keeps me going," he said. "It’s good for me, keeps my breathing apparatus working. And I like it — we have a good time talking and chatting." Experts agree that exercising in a group is much easier than exercising alone — and that people in groups tend to stick with it longer than the loner with a NordicTrak in the living room. The Morgansburg Road walkers keep each other motivated, mainly through of the deep vein of friendship they have mined over the years. If someone misses a couple of walks, he or she can expect a phone call asking if everything is all right. Walking is good for the heart — physically and emotionally. Mrs. Yowell said, "I've observed that it's great for depression, your mental outlook on things. If you're feeling blue before you go, when you come back, it's made a lot of difference." The Alive And Kicking Health Fair Will Take Place At Fauquier Hospital In Warrenton September 28.

New SimqERy OFFers VarIcose VeIn ReUeF By EMILY GOLD Tfana-Dcascrat Staff Writer Anew surgery performed by a Warrenton surgeon is ending the suffering of patients who have painful and unsightly varicose veins. When Linda Sommers performs this painless and minimally invasive surgery, she makes a small incision in the groin, inserts a thread attached to a tool into the vein, then inverts the vein and pulls it out. Before this procedure was introduced, surgeons performed vein stripping, a painful surgery that requires many large incisions to pull a strip of vein out of the leg. "It was horrible," Dr. Sommers said. Dr. Sommers said she never performed that surgery because it was so painful and invasive. In June, Dr. Sommers introduced invaginated axial stripping, an out-patient procedure, to her patients in Fauquier County. "I've been a general surgeon for six . years," Dr. Sommers said. "This has to be one of the most exciting and gratifying procedures to do. Patients are so grateful." The surgery, developed in Switzerland, has been practiced in Europe since the 1980s and in California for about nine years, Dr. Sommers said. Dr. Sommers learned about the surgery, which she said takes up to four r.nd a half hours to perform, at a conference in California. Varicose veins form thick, bluish ropes behind the knees and on calves and thighs. They arc often painful, especially after sufferers stand for long periods of time. “It is kind of like having a headache in your leg,” said Robin Schools, a patient who had her varicose veins removed by Dr. Sommers in July. Mrs. Schools said before the surgery she had a purple knot the size of a golf ball on her ankle. "My whole right foot was purple,” she said. The surgery painlessly removed Mrs. Schools’ varicose veins. “My legs have not looked this normal since I got pregnant with my first daughter,” the patient said. “I couldn’t be more thrilled. You see results immediately.” Many women develop varicose veins during pregnancy because of hormonal changes, Dr. Sommers said. Four out of five people with varicose veins are women. A hereditary disease, varicose veins can also develop after an injury. Dr. Sommers said. The surgery first removes the long saphenous vein, which stretches from the groin to the ankle. The long saphenous vein is part of the superficial vein system, which See Veins, Page 22 William H. Allison, D.D.S. Robert C. Flikeid, D.D.S Family Dentistry 347*3396 220 Culpeper Street, Warrenton Club Paradise, Tanning Salon 10% OFF any regular priced tanning package or lotions (Must supply this ad for discount) •Does not apply to specials* 155 W. Lee Highway (In the breezeway at Warrenton Village) Warrenton, VA 540-349-0019 Our Job Is To Help You Turn Them Into MOIEHMS One of the sad realities of modern day life is that problems can simply become too big to handle without professional help. If that time comes, remember Pinebrooke-UVa Psychiatric Center. A partnership of Culpeper Memorial Hospital and the University of Virginia, Pinebrooke-UVa provides caring, effective treatment on a shortterm basis for a full spectrum of psychiatric disorders from depression and anxiety to more complex disorders. Every effort is made to return our patients to a healthy, normal life as quickly as possible. As a result, therapy is, for the most part, short-term and intensive. But the most important Pinebrooke-UVa advantage is the personal attention and interest we show to each and every patient. With only 18 beds, staff and patients here almost become family. For more information, call or visit PinebrookeUVa, because life’s problems shouldn’t be insurmountable. Pinebrooke-UVa Psychiatric Center at Culpeper Memorial Hospital Culpeper, Virginia (540) 829-4132 • (800) 848-3899

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Rehabilitation is our primary focus, but convenience is no less important. That's why we offer seven-day-. a-week admissions. £ Warrenton Overlook ^ Health & Rehabilitation ** Center's approach to ’ interim care gives patients a place to go until they're ready for the journey home. For more information call us today. HEALTH & REHABILITATION 360 Hospital Drive • Warrenton, Virginia 20186 • (540) 349-1919 Tunes-Democrat Staff PholiVHcathcr Hall Dr. Linda Sommers treats Marilyn Webb’s varicose veins. ► Veins From Page 21 Collects blood just beneath the skin. The blood is sent to the deep vein system, which carries blood to the heart. The tool used is a two-feet piece of thin metal that resembles a long needle. To remove the smaller, rope-like Varicose veins on the leg, Dr. Sommers uses a tool that looks like a crochet hook, which hooks the vein and pulls it out of the leg. This procedure, called stab avulsion phlebectomy, is used in conjunction with the inversion technique. Incisions are not longer than 1.5-3 mm. The patient returns to his or her normal lifestyle one day after surgery, Dr. Sommers said. Laurie Riley, a patient of Dr. Sommers, had previously been operated on with the old stripping procedure. With that surgery, a patient can not immediately return to work. Mrs. Riley said she still has scars from the incisions and the staples in her leg. “It was awful,” said Mrs. Riley, who had the old surgery performed in 1992. “I had to lay in bed for a while. I was almost afraid to get it done again.” That surgery did not solve the patient’s varicose veins. In June, Dr. Sommers operated on Mrs. Riley. “I can’t believe the scarring is so minimal,” Mrs. Riley said. “I wish I had known about this a long time ago.” Following surgery, Mrs. Riley said she had to wear surgical compression stockings for one week. She could shower the second day after surgery, and there were no stitches to be removed. Mrs. Riley said she always wore long pants before the surgery. Now, she said she doesn’t hesitate to wear a pair of shorts. “It’s given me more self confidence,” Mrs. Riley said. “I can look in the mirror and be happy.” To find out if someone with varicose veins can be helped by the surgery, Dr. Sommers uses an APG machine, which tests blood flow into and out of the leg. The noninvasive machine is a boot filled with air, which empties blood out of the leg to measure pressure and the rate of refill. “This is the only test that measures function of the veins,” Dr. Sommers said. Patients generally learn about the testing and the surgery by word-Of-mouth, Dr. Sommers said. Mrs. Schools has already recommended the surgery to three acquaintances, she said. “I’m glad to get the word out.” ► Immune From.Page 10 your house every two weeks to clean your house.** Her children range in age from 11-14. Seeing her struggle, and having caretaking responsibilities thrust upon them, has made them compassionate, Joan said. Her husband, like many spouses, wavers between being supportive and being in denial. Another trait that group members have in common is what Ms. Brooker called an "assertive, proactive" attitude toward their diseases. Most are ’’type A" personalities who insist on being aggressive partners with their doctors. And all of them fervently wish to educate people about autoimmune diseases. "Before you told people you were sick, you didn't look sick — and they expect us to feel like we look," said Belinda. "But once my friends understood, they say they can tell when I'm having a bad day.” The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association provides information on autoimmune diseases. Correspondence to the association may be addressed to Michigan National Bank Building, 1S47S Gratiot Ave., Detroit, Mich., 48205. A patient information line is provided, at (313) 371-8600. "What does a person do with an illness like this?” wrote Connie. "Ten years ago when I was first seeing doctors — who didn't believe in this illness [Chronic Fatigue Syndrome] — I had to have faith in myself and persist. When I got worse instead of better and friends dropped away, I took the motto of an AIDS patient as my own. When everyone else abandoned me I did not abandon myself.' "Now, no longer bedridden but still unable to sustain much activity, I make up songs and sing them into my tape recorder. That, and I continually remind myself to focus on what 1 still can do and not on what I can no longer do. "I wait for a cure and I thank God that I am alive." IThe names of some members of the autoimmune support group were changed for this article.]

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