Rappahannock News, January 15, 1997

w ■» » f» mn mn * u v ■ i j u * «■'«?..—1___ * •• * •./•-* i-Ly"fl ---— 49th Year, No.3 12 Pages BumuTofCircidation WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1997 Washington, Virginia^ Phone 675-3338 50 Cents .— - . - Katzen Seeks Law's Repeal By PETE VAN VLEET Capital News Service RICHMOND — Some might call it a dichotomy. While California’s and Arizona’s citizens voted to allow the medical use of marijuana in certain instances, Virginia already has such a law but some lawmakers want to repeal it. Eighteen years ago — in 1979 — the General Assembly passed a bill allowing marijuana to be used as treatment for cancer and glaucoma patients. Del. Jay Katzen, R-31st District, said he is preparing to introduce legislation that would repeal what many refer to as a little-known and little-used state statute. "We’re getting marijuana out of the medicine cabinet," he said. Virginia law stipulates that the state's licensed physicians are immune from being arrested for prescribing the drug for medical purposes. Likewise, the state's pharmacists cannot be arrested for filling physicians' prescriptions. Del. Katzen said his bill not only would repeal the 1979 law but would make it illegal to possess marijuana in all situations. His proposal also would call for a $500 maximum fine and a 30-day jail sentence for first-time offenders. Subsequent violations would result in a class one misdemeanor. "It’s illegal," Del. Katzen said, "and the reality is the use of marijuana is not to cure glaucoma or cancer but to offer relief from the symptoms — and since that time — if in fact even at that time — [the bill] lacked usage." Since the Richmond Times-Dispatch recently reported the existence of the 1979 law, many legislators in both political parties, as well as Attorney General James S. See Katzen, Page A-6 Old Rag Bulletins Wayland Named Executive Editor Barbara C. Wayland has been named Executive Editor and General Manager of the Rappahannock News effective immedi' ately by Times Community Newspapers Publisher, Arthur W. Anindel. Mrs. Wayland has been with the News in various capacities for over 18 years and will continue with administrative responsibilities and advertising duties as well as oversee day to day news room operations. Said Rappahannock News Executive Vice . President John Toler, "I am pleased that * Barbara Wayland has accepted this new position. With her life-long ties to Rappahannock, accessibility to readers, and commitment to perfecting all aspects of community journalism, I predict great things for the newspaper." Mrs. Wayland resides near Sperryville with her husband, Billy and their four year old daughter, Tiffany. Make Up Days Next Monday, Jan. 20, originally scheduled as a school holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as well as Thursday, Jan 16, originally set aside for parent-teacher conferences, and Friday, Jan 17, originally a teacher in-service day, have all become school days in order to make up for days missed because of weather. School Information Information on school closings or changes in the high school athletic schedule caused by winter weather is available on voice mail by calling 987-9316. W Government At A^Glance • Library Board, 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, Library. 1 Rappahannock News P.O Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) ” 1 ,U v "fl ■ """" '""" Taste Sensation Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Khalil AbuRoman of Washington tries to catch a snowflake with his tongue as his group had a chance to play outside at CCLC last Thursday morning. Fewer Houses, Not a Trend By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahaaaock New* Stall Writer ^ - Although the number of,T%bW' house starts was down last year com* pared to 199S, building inspector Richie Burke does not see a downward trend in Rappahannock County construction. He noted that the total amount of construction reported on building permits increased from $9.08 million in 1995 to $9.34 million in 1996. Both these figures, however, were lower than 1994 when the total cost of consjjyction was reported at just under $l(Kmillion, but Mr. Burke added that was the year he inspected two houses that cost more than $2 million each. . Mr. Burke said he sees a steady pattern to local construction and a .steady trend to more and more expensive homes. "You don't see many small houses anymore," he said. "The land is just too expensive. Most of the houses are fairly upscale." . In addition to 48 permits for new house construction, during 1996 Mr. Burke's office issued 58 permits for Number of new houses in Rappahannock per year Source: County Building Office Rappahannock News Graphic/John Bretschneider remodeling or renovation, 30 permits for new sheds, bams or garages, two permits for new commercial structures and three for remodeling commercial buildings. There was one permit for a swimming pool. Mr. Burke reported he reviewed 129 sets of plans in 1996, had 1,518 scheduled inspections and attended nine days of building officials meetings. For Arts Proposed School Cafeterias Losing Money By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer School Board members heard pitches for more money for the arts at Tuesday evening's meeting. David Gillis, president of the Band Boosters, said that music improves students test scores. He noted that the band is at a crossroads now, with strong student and community support and asked for more funding. He said many people have noted the improvement in the band and wonder why it doesn't get more support from the budget. An ideal budget would be about $120,000 over a three-year period, he said. Instead he requested an increase from $950 to $6,750 in addition to the salary of the director. The funds would be used to purchase additional percussion instruments such as sleigh bells, maracas, a tambourine and triangle. Other capital investments in the proposed budget include 15 more band uniforms and 15 music stands. For operating expenses the proposed budget included $700 for repair of instruments and $1,050 for music. The audience at the regular School Board meeting included many other parents of current band students supporting the budget request. Band director Cecile Scott said the arts should be considered essential "not fluff." She said private fundraising will enable her to purchase some of the larger instruments See Schools, Page A-6 Three-Sweep For The Rappahannock News won the Sweepstakes Award for weekly newspapers with a circulation of less than 4,000 for the third year in a row at the Virginia Press Association's annual awards ceremony in Roanoke Saturday evening. The Sweepstakes Award goes to the paper that accumulates the most points in writing, graphics and page design. To be eligible, the newspaper must get at least one point in each category. Three points are awarded for first place, two for second and one for third. Cindy Mahan again led the Rappahannock News contingent with four awards. She won first place in the spot news photo category for a picture of the Bleu Rock Inn draped in a tent following a summer thunderstorm. She won first place in the pictorial photo category for a picture of icicles hanging on a wire fence. Those two photographs are reproduced on Page B-1. She also won second place in this pictorial photo for a color photograph of lily pads. Finally, See Awards, Page A-6 Amissville Home Destroyed in Friday Fire By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer A house fire on Route 643 in Amissville last Friday brought 42 firefighters from all over Rappahannock and some from Fauquier County. The^-house, owned by Sylvia Sanders, was "pretty well demolished," according to firefighter Clifford Clate of Amissville. Chief J.B. Carter, Jr. said that Mrs. Sanders .was able to get out of the house without injury, but there was no time to save anything. Mrs. Sanders's sister, brother-in-law and grandson also resided with her. No one was injured, but one cat died as a result of smoke. Another cat and a dog were saved from the fire; the dog was given oxygen by Sharon Scott, once he was retrieved from the house. "If there are no humans to take care of, we will take care of the pets,” explained Chief Carter. The call came about 3 p.m. Mr. Clate said they got to the scene within four or five minutes, but the one-story brick house was pretty well gone by the time they got there. Chief Carter said that they first tried an inside attack but had to move outside when the roof started to collapse. Clean-up continued until about 11 p.m. Twenty-one of the firefighters were from Amissville, and firefighters from Orlean covered for Amissville. The cause of the fire was most likely electrical and may have started in the bathroom, said Chief Carter. He said that the family said they had an electrical problem in the bathroom earlier that day. Photo courtesy of Rappahannock Sheriff* OfQc^ Flames came through the roof of the Sanders house as firemen battled the Friday afternoon hi»»f • ■ . 1 -*i

The following cases were heard in the Rappahannock General District Court on Tuesday, Jan. 7, and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: John Russell Turner, two cases trespass, 180 days to serve, two cases of petity larceny, 180 days to serve. Steve E. Baldwin Jr., 71/55, $48/29. Dennis Jack Chapman, 71/55, $48/39. Jeffrey Alan Cook, reckless driving, 81/55, reduced to 74/55, $57/29. David Roger Francis, 71/55, $48/29. Karen Sue Furrow, 74/55, $57/29. Robert Charles Hatton, 74/55, $57/29. Christie Peck, 70/55, $45/39. Roger Allen White, 72/55, $51/29. Jacob M. Beachy, 74/55, continued to Feb. 4. Linwood Ruppert Bracy, defective lights, $30/29, seat belt violation, $25. Harriotte Lee Burgess, 77/55, $66/29. James M. Carter, reckless driving, 82/55, reduced to 70/55, $45/29. William Edward Compton, 76/55, $63/29. Bryari Keith Cook, 74/55, $57/29. Olive/ Grey Crump, reckless driving/accident, reduced to improper driving, $25/29. William Edward Guilford, defec- ! live equipment, $30/29, seat belt violation, $25. ! Christine Haili, 74/55, $57/29. t Jimmy Davis Hartman, no inspec- ! tion, $25/29. Angela Kay Hix, 74/55, $57/29. Doris Jean Hogan, driving under influence, continued to Feb. 4. Richard Irvin Katz, 76/55, dismissed, $29 cost. Michael Allen Kelly, defective equipment, $35/29, seat belt violation, $25. Diana Dawn Klein, 77/55, $66/39. Eric C. Knelly, 70/55, $45/29. Patrick James O'Connell, no operator’s license in possession, complied with law. Matthew William Pruett, no operator's license in possession, $10/39. Frederick Joseph Reuss, 74/55, $57/29, no registration in possession, complied with law. ^ Cheryl D. Roberts, 70/55, $45/29. Harry Lee Rosenberger, 70/55, $45/39. Geraldine Mary Sachs, 73/55, $54/29. Frank Grice Whiteley, 72/55, $51/29. Paul Franklin Wiley, 73/55, sent to driver's improvement class, continued to April 15, $29. Craig Matthew Wilson, 70/55, >45/29. Daniel Brendan Wright, 73/55, 554/39. Charles Irving Benrubi, 68/55, 539/39. Tony Wayne Cash, 73/55, $54/39. Jaclyn Dana Chandwell, 67/55, 536/39. Henry Herman Edwards Jr., drink jvhile driving, defective equipment, continued to 2/4/97. Andre Tyrone Fletcher, 69/55, 542/29. Matthew Daniel Forrest, reckless Iriving, 85/55, $125/29. David F. Gillis, 70/55, continued to 2/4/97. Grade Lynn Gillis, 74/55, $57/29. Barbara Jean Haney, 70/55, $45/29. Stacy Ann Hines, 67/55, $36/29. Eric Jason Hitt, VASAP rest, susp/revoked, reckless driving/fail to control, continued to 2/4/97. Jon Alan Howard, no inspection, $35/39. Melanie Dawn Martin, reckless driving 81/55, $100/39; insufficient tread, $35/2. Lori Ellen Mathews, 70/55, $45/39. James R. McDonald Jr., 70/55, $45/29. Robert M. Pendleton Jr., 74/55, $57/29. Four Injured in Auto Accident By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer Another serious wreck has taken place on Route 729 in Amissville. At about 10:50 p.m. last Friday, a 1989 Plymouth driven by Michael Tuttle, 29, of Castleton, crossed into the southbound lane of Route 729, colliding head-on with a 1992 Mitsubishi driven by Robert Foushee, 38, of Front Royal. Mr. Tuttle w^s wearing a seat belt and had minor injuries, but Mr. Foushee and two passengers, Tammy Grant and a three-year-old child, were not wearing seat belts. According to Chief J.B. Carter, Jr. of the Amissville Fire Department, all four were transported to the hospital. Ms. Grant was the most seriously injured, said Mr. Carter. She suffered a broken bone and head injuries and required advanced life support systems en route to the hospital. Mr. Tuttle was charged with reckless driving by State Trooper M.J. Irvine. Last Wednesday afternoon, two teenage boys were involved in an accident on Route 640 in Amissville, 2.3 miles south of U.S. 211. Darian Stevens, 19, of ^missville, driving a 1989 Hyundai, was charged by State Trooper M.C. Woodard with failing to drive on the right side of the highway after he sideswiped a 1985 Chevy driven by a 16-year-old male from Amissville. The cars met on a curve. Neither driver was injured, though each vehicle suffered $500 damage. In her 1991 Pontiac, Sheila Scott, 33, of Amissville, hit a patch of ice coming around a curve on Route 626 in Washington, near the Sheriffs Office, and hit a 1997 Buick driven by Rappahannock County Board off Supervisors PUBLIC HEARING: TEXT of COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DRAFT In accordance with §15.1-450 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, on Monday, February 3, 1997, at 7:00 p.m/at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors shall hold a public hearing on the text of the DRAFT Comprehensive Plan for Rappahannock County. The Plan, prepared by the Rappahannock County Planning Commission and adopted by them after extensive public hearings, represents the blueprint for Rappahannock County's land use planning efforts for the coming years. Copies are available for inspection at the Rappahannock County Administrator's Office, the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County and the Rappahannock County Library, during normal business hours. Please note that at a later date, maps, illustrations and other accompanying graphics will be adopted at a later public hearing to approve the layout of the plan document, and that this hearing is to consider the substantive part of the plan, i.e., the text itself All interested persons are invited to attend arid to make comment or to submit their written comments to the County Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, VA 22747. Yes! Please enter my new subscription to ftappafjannocfe Jietos Subscription rates bp mail: Rappahannock..$ 19.00/yr. Elsewhere in the U.S. . ,$24.00/yr. NAMF.__ ADDRESS—____ CITY_STATE_ZIP_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, P.O. BOX 59, WASHINGTON, VA. 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: ■ The Rappahannock Newt (ISSN #’■ 1050-7055 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 21086 by Rappahannock Newt, 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 22747. Frances Foster, doing $1,000 damage. Neither was injured, and Ms. Scott’s vehicle was undamaged. Melvin Helmick, who lives on Route 618 in Castleton, reported on Jan. 6 that a Makita saw and an end table were missing from his property. According to Major Rick MacWelch of the Sheriffs Office, the saw is worth $185. There are no suspects. Franklin Cannon of Castleton Ford Road in Castleton reported that same day that a battery had been taken from his cattle truck. William Longmire reported that his son's mountain bike missing from Chester Gap Road last Friday. Guy Carrier of Amissville reported last Thursday that someone had smashed windows in two Hondas parked in his driveway. Also, some tapes were missing. SHOR1N-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 loin Anytime Patricia Ann Pyles, 69/55, $42/29. David Lee Smoot, reckless driving 78/55; no registration in possession, continued to 2/4/97. Richard Alan Ward, 72/55, $51/29. Stig Ernest Regli, 74/55, $57/29. Nicole Leeanne Moore, possess alcohol, possess marijuana, driving under influence, no liability insurance, no registration continued to Feb. 11. Denny Everett Rose Jr., threaten to injure or maim, continued six months. Ki Gol Lee, trespass, dismissed. Jason Erickson Brown, possess marijuana, dismissed. Janet Lynn Putnam, assault and batter, continued to Feb. 11. Melinda Renee Draper, fail to comply — CDI terms, continued to Feb. 18. Paula L. Dotson, bad check, $8.16, continued to July 15, $49 cost, bad check, $3.73, continued to July 15, $49 cost. Deborah O. Smith, felony bad check, $259.35, continued to Feb. 4. Everett R. Smith Jr., two cases of bad checks, $20 each, continued to Feb. 4. Thomas Mead Bowles, illegal dumping, $200 suspended, $29 cost. Van Critzer, illegal dumping, $200 suspended, $29 cost. Jacqueline Sophie Furlow, illegal dumping, $100/39. Charles Frankie Hensley, illegal dumping, $200/49. Alex Hujik, illegal dumping, dismissed. Charles Edward Lewis, illegal dumping, $200/49. Anthony Dodson, threaten to kill maim, continued six months. Keith Allen Stonebreaker, no county sticker, $25/29. Mahlon Wilson Atkins, fail to maintain control, reduced to improper driving, $25/29. Timothy Kevin Davis, 50/35, $45/29. . Kimberly Love Paugh-Day, 44/25, continued’!© July 15. James iFranklin Barb, 60/45, $45/29. | William August Bassler, 44/25, sent to driver's improvement class, continued to March 18, $29 cost. Jonathan Lee Corbin, 44/25, continued to July 15, dismissed. Melissa Kaye Dodson, 56/45, $33/29. Anne Cecile Folan, driving under influence, $300/200 suspended, sent to ASAP, operator's license suspended one year, 10 days jail suspended, $49 cost, reckless driving, 72/45, continued to six months. LOSES 10 IBS IN 3 DAYS ALL NATURAL T-UIL ..WITH CHROMIUM PICOUNATE AT YOUR LOCAL PHARMACY The Colony Shop^7) FAIRFIELD, Berryville, Virginia 540-955-1434 Town and country clotlies for every occasion. Mid-Winter SUPER SALE! 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Box 91 • Orlean, VA 20128 Please include your Name, Address, Telephone Number and the amount of acreage you would like to have managed. We would be glad to meet with you to discuss any details. Three Indicted By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer Three people were indicted by the Grand Jury in Circuit Court on Monday. Mark Edward Ferris, 32, of Culpeper, was indicted for three counts of breaking and entering and six counts of grand larceny, all felonies. He allegedly took numerous items, among them lawnmowers, chainsaws, a Remington rifle, weedeaters, a tent and a color television, from residents of Amissville and Flint Hill last year. Amissville resident Pauline Scroggins, 49 years old, was indicted on four counts of forgery and one of fraud, all felonies. She allegedly forged checks on the account of John Tapp of Amissville and obtained money by false pretenses. Clayton Harland McDonald, 34, of Bealeton, was indicted for possession of marijuana (a misdemeanor) and possession of cocaine (a felony). During a traffic stop by Deputy Chris Williams of the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office, Mr. McDonald was arrested for driving under the influence. After a search of his vehicle. Deputy Williams found a brass-colored pipe under the car seat. A lab report came back showing the pipe had contained residue of marijuar na and cocaine. Capiases have been issued for Mr. Ferris and „ Ms. Scroggins. Mr. McDonald is free on a personal recognizance bond. Larry Egbert Embrey, 45, of Warrenton, was sentenced 12 months in jail on a trespass charge and six years in the prison on a grand larceny charge. Judge W. Shore Robertson suspended all of the sentences except for six months in the jail. Mr. Embrey paid $500 restitution to Elmer Atkins of Sperryville. Mr. Embrey will be on five years unsupervised probation upon his release from jail. One of the conditions of Mr. Embrey’s probation is that he give truthful testimony to the Commonwealth in another criminal prosecution case. Mr. Embrey will be entering a substance abuse program in the V.A. Hospital in Martinsburg. His attorney, Robert J. Hartsoe, said that his client needs to divorce himself from alcohol. Before sentencing, Mr. Embrey told the judge that he was very sorry, and that he wanted to stay sober and be with his family. ' County Emergency Log The following fire and rescue calls came through the dispatch center during this past week: Jan. 7: 10:35 a.m., traffic accident. U.S. 522, Woodville, Sperryville VRS, Sperryville VFD and Washington VFD; 11:16 a.m., sickcall. Route 628. Washington. Sperryville VRS. Jan. 8: 3:45 p.m.. field fire. Route 683, Washington, Washington VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 9:18 p.m., overdose,- Route 600, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD. Jan. 10: 3:36 p.m., structural fire. Route 643. Amissville, Amissville VFD, Flint Hill VFD, Castleton VFD, Washington VFD and Sperryville VFD', 5:32 p.m., injury from a fall. Town of Washington, Washington VFD, Flint Hill VFD and Speiryville VRS; 9:44 p.m., rekindled fire. Route 643, Amissville, Amissville VFD; 10:10 p.m., sickcall. U.S. 522, Huntly. Flint Hill VFD; 11:02 p.m., auto accident. Route 729. Amissville. Amissville VFD. Jan. II: 2:08 a.m., injury from a fall. Route 729, Castleton. Castleton VFD; 9:45 a.m., sickcall. 'Route 640. Amissville, Amissville VFD and Castleton VFD; 3:06 p.m., injury from a fall. Route 610, Chester Cap, Chester Gap; 6:42 p.m., sickcall. Route 231, Sperryville, Washington VFD and Sperryville VRS. • The following calls came through the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office during this past week: Jan. 6: business. Route 231. Sperryville; larceny/from building. Route 618, Castleton; citizen request assist. Route 630, Huntly; larceny/from vehicle. Route 617, Castleton; public service. Town of Washington; intoxication. Route 707, Sperryville; info, gen., U.S. 522, Huntly; larceny/from building. Route 622, Washington; info, gen., U.S.’522. Zachary Taylor Highway; suspicious incident. U.S. 211, Washington. Jan. 7: stray livestock/horses. Route 231, Sperryville; citizen request assist. Route 610. Chester Gap; animal control/free text. Route 600, Sperryville; stray livestock/horses, U.S. 211, Sperryville; stray livestock/horses. Route 608, Sperryville; citizen request assist. Route 634, Fauquier County; stray dog, U.S. 211, Washington; public service. Town of Washington; stray dog, U.S. 211, Amissville; stray dog. Route 772, Amissville; illegal dumping, U.S. 522, Boston; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Sperryville; family fights, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; parking violation. Route 641, Flint Hill; public service. Route 231, Woodville. Jan. 8: open door/window, U.S. 211, Amissville; public service, U.S. 211, Washington; forgery of checks, U.S. 211, Washington; forgery of checks, U.S. 211, Washington; extra patrol/welfare check. Route 671, Sperryville; info, gen.. Route 626, Castleton; parking violation. Town of Washington; forgery of checks, U.S. 211, Washington; TDO/mental patient. Route 707, Sperryville; extra patrol/welfare check. Route ), 638, Flint Hill; citizen request assist. Route ? 621, Woodville; public service. Route 660, { Chester Cap; traffic accident/property dam- * age. Route 640, Amissville; felony theft. Route 602, Sperryville; suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Washington; telephone harassment. Route 619, Castleton. Jan. 9: info, gen., U^S. 522, Flint Hill; damage property/private. Route 646, Amissville; traffic accident. U.S. 211.' Fauquier; traffic accident, U.S. 522. Chester Gap; damage property/private. Route 619, Castleton; stray livestock/horses. Route 608, Sperryville. Jan. 10; extra patrol/welfare check. Route 231, Sperryville; firing weapon. Route 612, : Sperryville; suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Washington; attempted burglary, U.S. 522, Huntly; parking violation. Route 660, Chester Gap; larceny/from yards. Route 610, Chester Gap; traffic accident/personal injury. Route 729, Amissville. Jan. 11: extra patrol/welfare check, U.S. 211, Sperryville; extra patrol/welfare check, U.S. 211, Sperryville; stranded motorist. U.S. 522, Sperryville; citizen request assist, U.S. 211, Amissville; traffic accident, U.S. 522. Huntly; citizen request assist. Route 663, Flint Hill; traffic accident. Route 626. Washington; citizen request assist. Route 626, Washington; traffic accident/property damage. Route 626, Castleton; suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; traffic accident. U.S. 522, Sperryville; public service, U.S. 211, Washington; family fights. Route 601, Boston'. Jan. 12: civil problem, U.S. 211, Washington; parking violation. Route 729, Amissville; info, gen.. Route 643, Amissvillie. Reminder to Dog Owners County Tags Due All Rappahannock County dog owners are reminded; that they need to obtain their dog licenses for 1997 no later than January 31, The Treasurer’s Office is open from 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday to serve you. Should you have any questions, please call (540) 675-3334. By Order of: John W. McCarthy, County Administrator NOTICE JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL PROPERTY On or after 17 February, 1997 proceedings will be commenced under the authority of §15.1-1263 and §58.1-3965 et seq of the code of Virginia to sell the following parcels for payment of delinquent fees and charges owed the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority: Parcel 1 Owner: John W. Shipman Tax Map 38A 1 14 James Atkins “Carroll Menefee Store Property” 15 Main Street State Rt.1001 Village of Sperryville Piedmont Magisterial District Rappahannock County, Virginia and being the same property acquired by John W. Shipman from Angelo Danzi, et ux, by deed recorded in Deed Book 177 page 602 of the records maintained by the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. Parcel 2 Owners: Darrel L. Breeding and Joyce A. Breeding Tax Map 38 parcel 31. 5.675 acres 9 Josh Ben Lane Village of Sperryville Piedmont Magisterial District Rappahannock County, Virginia; and being the same property acquired by the owners by deed recorded in Deed Book 195 page 651 of the records maintained by the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. The owner of any property listed may redeem it at any time before the date of sale by paying all accumulated fees, charges, penalties, reasonable attorney's fees, interest and costs thereon, including the pro rata cost of publication at the office of the County Attorney, 239 Gay Street, Washington, VA 22747. Partial payment of such sums shall not be sufficient to redeem the property, and shall not operate to suspend, invalidate or make moot any action for judicial sale. This notice is authorized by the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority. Peter H. Luke, County Attorney

Virginia General Assembly Privitization Promoted RICHMOND — More than $600 million in taxpayer services have been identified by the Allen administration for private sector takeover. Road construction and maintenance by the Virginia Department of Transportation is the largest service area with a $500 million budget. Another $120 million may be available through a variety of departments with the prison agencies offering some of the richest contracts. Robert W. Lauterberg, the state’s budget and planning director, said some services already are provided by businesses as part of the administration's continuing efforts at privatization, and plans are under way to transfer operation of other programs. Other services going private include operation of college bookstores, a veterans' cemetery in Amelia County, the boot camp for juvenile 'offenders, sales of waterfowl stamps and car rentals. Standards Posposed The Virginia Commission of Family Violence Prevention is considering statewide standards for treatment of people who batter their spouses or other family members. In cases of domestic violence the first question the judge often asks is whether drugs or alcohol were involved, said Laurie Olan, director of a family violence prevention program organization in Rockingham County. If drugs or alcohol were involved, Ms. Olan said, many times the judge orders alcohol or drug abuse counseling that never occurs, and nothing else is done to hold that person accountable. The commission told state legislators that they should separate alcohol abuse from domestic violence. Proposal To Fix Lag Pay Gov. George Allen is proposing an $18 million plan to Fix lag pay approved by the 1997 General Assembly. Gov. Allen's plan would switch paydays from the current semimonthly policy to every other Friday, and employees would receive a transitional payment equal to three calendar days' earnings to minimize any financial problems occurring during the change. Survey Conducted The Joint Rules Committee has conducted a survey of the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates to address their concerns in the legislative process. Although results of the study have not been released. Sen. Bill Bolling, R-Hanover, said major concerns focused on reducing the amount of legislation introduced each year, reforming the standing committee process and reorganizing the interim study commissions that continue after the assembly session closes. Keno Dead The Virginia Lottery will not introduce Keno into its group of lottery games in 1997 even though lottery director Penelope W. Kyle said the bingo like game would be considered if the governor arid the General Assembly want more money from the agency. RAAC To Show 'Spitfire Grill' The RAAC movie series resumes this Friday, Jan. 17, with the showing of The Spitfire Grill, at 8 p.m. at The Theatre. There's a warm glow to filmmaker Lee David Zlotoffs fable about the power of goodwill. • When sullen Percy Talbot (Alison Correction The age for Willie Nichols Jr. of Boston who was involved in a traffic accident was reported incorrectly in the Jan. 8 issue of the Rappahannock News. He is 26 years old. According to his wife, a third person was present in the vehicle — Bobby Jenkins — who was treated and released. Blue Moon Cafe Proudly Presents Out-of-Hand Band ********* Saturday, January 18 9 p.m. Until ********* U.S. 211 West of Sperryville next to Mountainside Market 540-987-3162 Daily food and beverage specials available. Elliot) is released from prison, she starts her new life as a waitress in Gilead, an idyllic hamlet in Maine. Refusing to be daunted by local illwill, she gains the respect and affection of Hannah Ferguson (Ellen Burstyn), her somewhat crotchety restaurant employer, especially when she helps the old woman sell the place in a raffle contest. The Spitfire Grill won the coveted Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival. It was financed by the for-profit arm of the Sacred Heart League, a Catholic religious organization. Castle Rock Entertainment paid $10 million for the distribution rights — a Sundance record. The movie is rated PG-13. RapP°wnn0Ck Photo courtesy of the Farm Bureau Chris Parrish represented Rappahannock County at the Farm Bureau Convention in Richmond in December. Farmers Discuss Issues I. Christopher Parrish was Rappahannock's representative at the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation's 71st Annual Convention in Richmond Dec. 2-5. #Mr. Parrish said the three-day conference "is an ordeal" covering a variety of topics of interest to farmers, but he has been going for several years, and he always sees the same faces, "just getting older." He wonders if more younger farmers would attend if the convention were shortened to two days. "Three days is a long time to be away from the farm,” he said. Most of the time is spent debating resolutions on Farm Bureau positions on matters that may come before the General Assembly. The Farm Bureau also has people who monitor the assembly during the session keeping track of legislation of interest to farmers, Mr. Parrish noted. He said farmers are concerned about real estate taxes. "Basically they want to maintain land use taxation," Mr. Parrish said. He said in Fairfax and Prince William counties real estate taxes have forced farmers to sell out, but that is "not as much a problem in Rappahannock County.” He said another issue to come up this year was a request to have an open season on Canada geese. "They are no longer migratory," he said. "There have been cases when they have given salmonella to cattle and they died. That can escalate." He said the hottest issue for the ABERDEEN BARN I Located in the Holiday Inn, Rt. 29 South, Culpeper "IN— 825-1037 ABERDEEN •• BARNS. to! 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Gilmore, Republican Party candidate for. Governor. "Both spoke well," Mr. Parrish said diplomaticall Columbia Accepts DeBergh \ an DeBergh, a senior at Wakefield School in The Plains, received early acceptance to attend Columbia University in New York. Van is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James V.L. DeBergh Jr. of Washington. Less than a quarter of the freshman classes at Columbia gain entrance on the Early Acceptance program. 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(675-3619) or (675-1879) • Jazz and classical guitarist Charlie Byrd in concert, at The Theatre - 8 p.m. V Sunday, January 19 • Martin Luther King Birthday Celebration, at The Theatre - 3:30 p.m. Thursday, January 23 • RAWL annual membership meeting, at th£> Rappahannock Library - 7:30 p.m. Adult Classes Slated Get an eight-week introduction to Swedish Massage from Howard Weingarten or learn from School Superintendent David Gangel how to design your own home page on the World Wide Web. Those are two of the many courses being offered by the Rappahannock County Public Schools as part of a venture into evening adult education. Registration forms are or soon will be available at the School Board office, at the two schools, the county library and at county stores and post offices. Classes will begin the week of Feb. 3. and classes will generally meet on Monday or Wednesday evenings. Eight-week courses include Computer Basics, Ballroom Dance, Line Dancing, Basic Drawing, Quilting, CPR and Basic Investments as well as Swedish Massage. Threeweek classes include Cake Decorating, Basic Car Care, Photography, Bread Baking, Tax Preparation and the History of Rappahannock County as well as Web Page Development. Tuition for eight-week classes is $40. For the three-week classes it is $18. Baby sitting is available for an additional $3 per child per night. In most cases there will be an additional cost for a textbook or supplies. Classes may be canceled if not enough people enroll. Mobile Guide Honors Inn The Inn at Little Washington was once again awarded five stars for its restaurant and for its accommodations by the Mobil Travel Guide for 1997. The announcement was made in USA Today on Jan. 7. The Inn joins the ranks of the 40 exemplary establishments in the United States and Canada to receive Mobil Travel Guide's highest accolades. 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-Eappafjannotfe J£eto8Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, Publisher Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Sharon Kilpatrick, Editor Ann Brown, Wanda Snead Cindy Mahan Account Executives 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 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1997 Editorials Supporting the Arts Parents who want more money for the arts in the school budget came out in force Tuesday night. It was difficult to argue with their premise. Certainly both the band and art programs deserve more help than they are currently getting. Private donations bought a group of instruments for the band several years ago. Those instruments are in fairly bad shape now. For years the band boosters have put their efforts into getting uniforms for the band. The uniforms are on hand, but what happens if the band grows. Clearly the program cannot continue to prosper without more funding. Similarly one art teacher is stretched too thin trying to provide programs at both schools. Another teacher would be very welcome. But it is never a good year to ask for a large increase from the school budget, and this one promises to be more difficult than most. Besides the risk of major cutbacks in state aid, there is a need to spend more to provide the remedial help that will enable county students to do better on tests that may be used to determine the level of funding the county can expect from the slate in the future. That will probably involve providing summer school. It will certainly mean providing more teachers. If there is truly support for a large tax increase, citizens need to let their representatives on the Board of Supervisors know it. Lobbying School Board members who have nd taxing authority may be an exercise in futility. Medical Uses Of Marijuana It is difficult to escape the conclusion that the haste with which Del. Jay Katzen rushed to suggest repealing Virginia’s law that allows medical uses of marijuana is political grandstanding. There is no evidence the law has led to any abuse. Instead of feeling this offers hope that fears for what may happen in California and Arizona are groundless, politicians rush to repeal a law that has done no harm. There has been no apparent effort to find out if any Virginia physician has taken advantage of the law to prescribe marijuana for a patient. Members of the General Assembly are burdened with too many matters requiring votes to give each the careful consideration it merits. It is a shame to create further burdens for them by asking them to vote on repealing laws when there is no evidence any action is required. v Letters gjj£ . \ • V Thanks Offered To the Editor: * I would like to thank the Rappahannock Sheriffs Department and everyone who helped my family out during Christmas. Supporters Thanked WAYNE SISK Washington To the Editor: On behalf of the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Company, I would like to thank everyone for their continued support and making 1996 a successful year. Also, a special thanks to those who supported us during our recent NASCAR raffle. The winning number was 032. The drawing was held on Saturday, Dec. 21. A very special thank you to Wayne Waller at the Ben Venue Market for paying for the advertisement and to everyone who helped sell them. We could not do it without everyone's help. We hope 1997 is a great year for you. CONNIE HUFF-HARRIS Secretary, FHVFD Donors Thanked To the Editor: We are most grateful to the 35 Rappahannock County residents who came to donate blood on Jan. 8 at the Red Cross Bloodmobile. The Red Cross had issued an emergency appeal for blood, and we're thankful our faithful donors responded. We also thank the Washington Volunteer Fire Department for allowing us the use of the Fire Hall once again for a bloodmobile. Their willingness to welcome the Red Cross Bloodmobile has allowed Rappahannock County residents to donate the "gift of life" for a number of years now. Last, but certainly not least, we wish to thank Mrs. Alice Pullen for once again coming through with her delicious pound cake and chicken salad sandwiches to give to donors as a special treat. Thank you, Alice! MARIE RIEDEL MARIE DAVIS Co-Chairman, Bloodmobilec Our Rappahannock Heritage Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Dried aster from last fall's bounty lies in a field of snow. Old Dominion Politics By JOHN GOOLRICK The Virginia General Assembly is back in session and though there is more money to go around than in the past few years, that does not necessarily make everyone happy. While it is bad to operate on the kind of shoestring budgets of recent years, whenever surpluses accumulate, lobbyists for various agencies and organization rush in like vultures hovering over road kill. When representatives of key money committees took to the road recently for budget hearings, they were deluged at every location by folks who want more money for their pet causes and believe part of the millions in so called "surplus" funds should flow in their direction. Though Governor George Allen suggested that part of the surplus should go back to taxpayers, there is little chance of that happening in the form he might intend. , This is a gubernatorial election year in Virginia and one of the ways the two major parties have of showing their devotion to various causes is to provide money for those causes. Prospective Democratic gubernatorial nominee Lt. Gov. Don Beyer and likely GOP nominee Atty. Gen. Jim Gilmore have already tossed out a number of suggestions in the fields of education and the environment that would be costly if implemented, and state legislators, also keenly aware that they come up for election this year, have many dozens of other new programs whose cost taken as a whole would be astronomical if adopted. But, by and large, the key money committees of the Senate and House of Delegates are controlled by fiscal conservatives who will keep a tight grip on the money spigot. To satisfy colleagues, they have to turn it up a notch or two in an election year with a "surplus" present, but they will approach their work in prudent manners. The legislature will have 45 days to complete its work in this "short session" — the constitution actually says 30 days, but the extra 15 are always added. That leaves little time for anything approaching mature and thoughtful consideration of all the bills and resolutions introduced, as well as the budget, and sometimes the Assembly operates at a frenzied pace. Even so, that isn't all bad when you compare its work to the glacial pace at which the Congress of the United States operates. It is kind of amazing to one who has viewed the operations .of both at close quarters that the state legislature handles a couple of thousand bills and resolutions and the state budget within its allotted time yearly and, on balance, doesn't do too bad a job. There are complaints from the public that things move so fast they have insufficient time for input, but the alternative would be a further slide toward a full-time legislature, and I don't think this is something desired by a majority of Virginians. And take my word for it, Democrat or Republican, a member of the Virginia General Assembly earns his or her salary during a legislative session. They are called on to work long, hard days to do the business of the Commonwealth and are often sustained all day long only by a sandwich caught on the run from Chicken's cafeteria in the Capitol. Actually, at this time of year I find myself missing the anticipation of packing my bags and moving to Richmond for the duration of the session. But the nostalgia only lasts as long as the memory of all those late nights as a journalist trying, while exhausted, to make some sense of what was going on. John Goolrick, a former political reporter, is now an aide to 1st District Rep. Herbert Bateman. Opinions expressed are his own. K* A Clean Bay Requires All of Us By MICHAEL MCCABE EPA Regional Administrator As the primary Federal environmental official overseeing the MidAtlantic region, and the Chesapeake Bay, I am often asked "Who is polluting the Bay?" Unfortunately, there is no easy answer that enables me to point a finger at the "bad guy" polluters. The Clean Water Act and a host of effective State and Federal laws now control the obvious "bad guy" polluters. The Chesapeake Bay and its rivers, such as the Potomac, have benefited from iF/jUetee fun,?. ( .C.6‘ these laws — make no mistake. But the battle for both the Potomac and the Chesapeake is far from over. The primary challenge remaining &>in "Cleaning Up the Bay" is the tremendous load of nutrients delivered to the Bay by its rivers. Nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, are normal and necessary components of natural water systems. However, there are excess nutrients entering the Bay from its rivers, clouding the water, choking out underwater grasses, and destroying crucial habitat for fish and other wildlife. The beauty and productivity of the Bay has been reduced, and the viability of local economies, such as the fishing, boating and tourism, has declined. Most of these excess nutrients are human-related; originating from agricultural operations, over-fertilized lawns, faulty septic systems, and increasingly, from sewage treatment plants. The diverse nature of nutrient pollution requires us to work with the "good guys" — farmers, developers, small businesses, municipalities and individuals — you and me. Many of us have already altered our activities in beneficial ways, but we still must do more. The destructive impact of nutrient pollution on the Chesapeake Bay has been recognized for at least 15 years. In 1983, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, the District of Columbia, the Chesapeake Bay Commission, and EPA all signed the Chesapeake Bay Agreement, a voluntary partnership establishing the Chesapeake Bay Program. In 1987 these Bay Program partners committed to reduce nutrients entering the Bay by 40 percent by the year 2000. A key step in honoring that commitment to restore the Bay is the installation of Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR> technology at publicly owned sewage treatment plants. Installing BNR is not particularly difficult in most cases. Of 64 major publicly owned treatment plants in Maryland, 23 now have nutrient removal, and the rest have committed to BNR by 2000. The District of Columbia's only sewage treatment plant, Blue Plains, which annually discharges an average of 12.9 million pounds of nitrogen to the Potomac River, recently applied BNR on a pilot project basis to half of its facility. Virginia, on the other hand, has 75 major publicly-owned sewage treatment plants, yet only six currently include nutrient removal and only three others have committed to install BNR by 2000. As far as finances go, the publicly owned treatment plants in Maryland and the District receive a great deal of support for their technology upgrades. In Maryland, for example, the State is providing 50 percent of the cost of construction. In the past, Virginia has not provided similar financial support to its publicly owned plants for nutri ent removal. However, Virginia Governor Allen took a large step in the right direction when he announced, on Dec. 16 a proposed financial package that includes $8 million for wastewater treatment upgrades and $ 11 million for a Nutrient Reduction Strategy for the Shenandoah and Potomac Tributaries to the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay has come a long way. We must protect the gains we have made, and seize remaining opportunities. In answer to the question, "Who is polluting the Bay?", remember that we are all contributing our share, and we must all take, responsible action. A cleaner and healthier Bay and Potomac River can, be achieved and preserved for our children. It is a commitment we must, not ignore. ,;M\ # 30 Years Ago Thursday, January 13, 1967 Nancy Buntin of Washington has been named the recipient of the Good Citizenship Award made by the DAR Culpeper Minutemen Chapter. Dun and Bradstreet Inc., international business information agency which has been celebrating is 125th Anniversary has released latest statistics on the business population of Rappahannock County. 25 Years Ago Thursday, January 13, 1972 The Division of Forestry reports that 299 forest fires burned 2,430 acres of forest land in the 16-county Northern Piedmont District during 1971. • Amissville Ruritan Club gave Rappahannock County Elementary School a contribution to be used to* acquire some books for the library. I The Culpeper Minutemen" Chapter, NSDAR, is again sponsoring an American History Essay Contest* which is open to students in the fifth,! sixth, seventh and eighth grades. ; >r the second time, Dave Davis; of Washington has been named JL as the winner of Crowder Transfer and Storage Co.'s Driver of the Year award. Two local Marines, CpI. Michael C. Brunelli and Lance Cpl. John McKay,: recently returned from a six month! deployment to the Mediterranean Sea. !; Jay Simmons from Mount Airy, N.C., will be at Gid Brown Bible Church on Sunday, Jan. 18, at 10 a.m,' to give testimony about his recovery from alcoholism. 10 Years Ago Thursday, January 15, 1987

Rappahannock News Staff Photos by Cindy Mahan Rebekah Letsen taps the ball over the net in the JV match. Snow, Exams Cancel Games Snow last Thursday and Friday, combined with high school exams this Wednesday though next Monday, have wreaked havoc with the high school sports schedule. Competitions scheduled for exam week were canceled or rescheduled. "We want to make sure they get their studying in," athletic director Mike Tupper said. Practices were also cancelled for the same reason. The new JV wrestling team was most affected, as they had relatively * few matches scheduled anyway. An | addition to their schedule, a dual meet i with Sherando last Thursday, was can| celled by snow. It has’ been resched| uled for next Thursday, Jan. 23, startfing at 7 p.m. It is starting later than [usual so the basketball teams will have an opportunity to practice before they start district competition at Manassas Part the next day. The wrestling team will then also i compete the next day, Friday, Jan 24, ' in a quad meet at Brentsville. A wrestling dual meet with George Mason scheduled for this Thursday was also cancelled because of exams. It will not be rescheduled, but Mr. Tupper said he was trying to get another meet scheduled for this Friday or Saturday instead, and people could check with the school's 'voice mail line to see if that happens. The home volleyball match for both JV and varsity with Luray originally scheduled for this Wednesday was rescheduled for Monday, Jan. 20. This will make back to back matches for volleyball, as they were already scheduled to face district foe George Mason at home Tuesday. The Junior Panther basketball team had. a game with Madison last Friday cancelled because of snow. That has been rescheduled for Feb. 6 and will be the last eighth grade game. Their home game with Madison next Friday is still on tap. Varsity and JV basketball games with Madison scheduled for this Friday were also cancelled. Mr. Tupper said they could have gone ahead with these games since there are no exams the next day, but Rappahannock boys have not been practicing and "we didn't want to give Madison that advantage." Those games have been tentatively rescheduled for Tuesday, Jan 21. A game originally scheduled with Seton for Jan. 28 has instead been scheduled for Jan. 27. RECYCLE Bankrupt? Repossession? Bad Credit? Shaky: Credit? No Credit? NO MONEY * DOWN! » Credit Approval Center ivomd Chance Aulo Finance Kxp*-rt>l New/I tod Cars-Trucks-Yans 1-800-635-0730 Call Today All Applications Accepted Mr. Tupper notes that the schedule has become very tight at the end of January, and he worries that if more school is missed because of weather, rescheduling may become nearly impossible. spouts JV Seeks To Build On Winning Start By SHARON KILPATRICK When athletic competition resumes following this week's high school exams, one of the most successful RCHS athletic teams is eager to recover its winning ways. The girls’ JV volleyball team has won four matches, five if you count a scrimmage with Clarke County at the beginning of the season, and lost only two, but its most recent loss was against Strasburg at home last Wednesday. One ironic aspect of that loss was thaNhey had previously defeated the Rams iriW away match. The JV and varsity teams will face Luray at home Monday and district rival George Mason at home Tuesday. Last Wednesday assistant Coach Leslie Nichols said the girls "went into the game very pumped up to play again against Strasburg. The first time they did very well." However, victory eluded them as they lost the first game 15-9 and the second 15-12. The team scored points in the first game on serves by Rebekah Letsen, Meghan Fairbrother, Lauren Sharp, Alice Gentry, Janice Wilson and Ashleigh McNealy. In the second game the Panthers also scored on a serve by Robyn Kaye. Coach Heidi Maeyer was unable to attend last Wednesday's game and figures the girls were somewhat rusty after not very many practices before that meeting with Strasburg, but she remains enthusiastic about her team. Most of the girls were on last year's team, and Aiid NAOMI SMOOT Rappahannock News Contributing Writer inock News Staff Writer Notice of Intent to Make Appointments to the Rappahannock County Board of Assessors As part of the General Reassessment of all real property in the County of Rappahannock, the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors intends to appoint a Board of Assessors to oversee the general reassessment in accordance with §58.1-3275, et seq. of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended. The Board of Supervisors shall appoint not fewer than three nor more that five assessors, no two of whom may be from the same voting district of the County. Each must be a freeholder (real property owner) and a citizen of Rappahannock County, and must agree to take such training course as may be required by the State Department of Taxation. The Board intends to make appointments at their February 3, 1997 meeting. Interested persons are invited to contact your representative on the Board of Supervisors at the following telephone numbers: Wakefield District Piedmont District Hampton District Stonewall-Hawthorn Jackson District Hubert S. Gilkey, III Charles K. "Pete" Estes Michael M. Massie Robert P. Anderson Ronald L. Frazier 635-1758 987-8951 675-3537 987-8206 937-5983 "All 300^*2 400 & 500 Series J A A * BIG * SAVINGS ON BIG TRACTORS!' 1. . * TORO* WHEEL HORSE* LAWN ANO GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL 312-1 ♦Mail-in Rebate • Powerful 12 hp Kohler" Magnum engine. • No shift 8-speed/Uni-Drive* 8-pinion transaxle. • Attach-A-Matic* hitch system lets you change attachments in minutes, without tools. • Optional 36", 37", 42" & 48" mowing decks; & 42" . * Recycler mowing deck. • Full-sized, welded-steel angle-iron frame. • Hurry in today for the best selection! r Hurry! a Offer Ends! When you want it done right. j^^_http://www. toro.com Coach Maeyer is impressed with the improvement they have shown. "The big difference is they are a lot more controlled," she said. "There is not as much scrambling, and they are more controlled with their passes. We are trying to get them playing more aggressively, and they're gradually getting there." She was impressed that 27 girls tried out for the team. She was able to keep 12 and says they all "show a lot of potential. There is not really a hole out there and no one is automatically starting. The most important thing is attitude. "They are a great group of girls to work with. They play well as a team, i work hard and have fun too." The varsity also lost to the Strasburg Rams, but Coach Laura Conklin said she saw improvement over their loss to the same team earlier in the season. Courtney Mauro bumps the ball to a teammate. 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Cookbook Features Local B&Bs, Inn Three local bed and breakfasts and an inn are featured in a new cookbook. Specialties of the House. The book includes recipes from Caledonia Farm in Flint Hill, Blue Knoll Farm in Castleton, Thistle Hill in Boston and the Bleu Rock Inn in Washington. Specialties of the House is a delicious collection of the most frequently requested recipes offered by more than 650 of the best country inns and bed and breakfasts in the U.S. and Canada. Along with the recipes, the book provides fact-filled introductions to the inns where they are served so readers may sample the distinctive flavors of the inns that interest them without ever leaving home. Locally the book is available at Cabin Fever Books in Sperryville and sells for $27.95. It can also be ordered by calling (800) 564-2381. Following are some sample recipes from the book. Apple Nut Bread Caledonia Farm 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup sugar 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tbsp. baking soda 1/2 tbsp. ground cinnamon 1 egg 1 cup applesauce 2 tbsp. oil 1 cup chopped nuts In a large bowl combine the flour. sugar, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. Add the egg, oil and applesauce and blend well. Add the nuts. Pour the better into a greased 5x9inch loaf pan or 12 cup muffin pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 45 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the’ center comes out clean. Cool and serve.' Pineapple Upside-Down French Toast Blue Knoll Farm 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 3/4 cup fresh or firmly packed crushed pineapple (well-drained) Dash ground cinnamon 1 1/2 cup milk 2 large eggs 1/4 tsp. salt 6 3/4-inch slices challah bread Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a saucepan melt the butter an^stir in the sugar, pineapple and cinnamon. In a shallow bowl whisk together the milk, eggs and salt. Spread the pineapple mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Dip the bread slices in the milk mixture and arrange in a single layer on top of the pineapple. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until the bread is golden brown. Cool very briefly (1 to 2 min.). Remove from the baking dish. Makes 2 to 4 servings. ► Schools From Page A-l she needs this year. She said good band students can expect to qualify for college scholarships and added she expects to add a separate jazz ensemble to the music program. Chairman John Toie said the improvement in the band this year was “truly remarkable.” Susan McCarthy asked the board to include in the budget funding for an additional full-time art teacher. She said students should have art and music every day not just once a week. She also supported an increase in funding for the enrichment programs and artist in residency program. Earlier the board heard presentations by fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh grade teachers on what is being done to improve student performance on tests in math and reading. Superintendent David Gangel said he believes Rappahannock can benefit from performance contracting. The board approved his request to approach the Board of Supervisors about soliciting bids for performance contracting for such things as more efficient lighting, uniform temperature controls, replacing the high school boiler, and installing dropped ceilings. Dr. Gangel said he will propose a new policy on promotion or retention to take effect with the 1998-99 school year. He reported that the cafeteria is losing money. Food costs have increased dramatically, he said. There has also been a drop off in the number of students purchasing school lunches. He said the board should considerraising the prices for lunches and increasing subsidies to the cafeteria program. 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Community News Obituaries Rappahannock News • Real Estate • Classifieds A spring thunder storm set this party tent on the roof of the Bleu Rock Inn. Rappahannock News file photos Images From 1996 George Washington Jordan's bridge was damaged by Hurricane Fran. f In late March icicles hang from vines and a fence in Chester Gap. Minnesota marching band enlivened Washington's July 4 festivities. «{ Feeding Birds, Not Squirrels Lee Trott and I purchase two kinds of wild bird seed; black oil sunflower and a general mixture. This . mix contains many small, round seeds which I believe to be millet, also called milo. I have seen Mourning Doves eating these but . other birds ignore them. These small ; seed piles accumulate on the feeder platform and on the ground beneath it. I began a search for other seed for small birds. Cardinals, chickadees, titmice, jays and white-breasted nuthatches are happy with sunflower seed. It is the juncos. White-throated and Song Sparrows that concern me. At McLean's bird store, For the Wild Birds, I consulted the owner, my friend, Mark Lucas. He suggested peanut hearts. We bought a supply. They are more expensive. But, what the heck, they're for the birds. This was an excellent move in one respect: all birds went after the new food. Even those confirmed sunflowereaters switched to the new diet. I was happy...for a while. It seems that the very idea of peanuts draws squirrels like a magnet, and they came; three of them. I looked out the window and there they were, happily stuffing the peanut hearts into their mouths with those busy little paws. I ran out the'" kitchen door, yelling and clapping my hands. The squirrels raced for the maple tree. There they waited with flipping tails for me to go back inside. I could imagine them saying, "What's his problem?" Of course all the birds erupted into the air and took refuge in nearby shrubs. They came right back, however. So did the squirrels. I am aware that what I have described is a familiar story to many readers. I can only write about it from my point of view. I will not spend a lot of money and even more time try All Things Wild And Wonderful By John Trott The Virginia Naturalist ing to outwit the squirrels. Besides, I don't believe there is a squirrel-proof feeder. Not for long, that is. Squirrels are smart, patient and persistent. I will not spend money, hard earned by writing these columns, to feed Sciurus carolinensis. Carolinensis indeed! That the name of the state of my birth should be so used! My solution to this problem — my one and only New Year's resolution — will not please some readers. Let me just say that 1 remember a wonderful, rich stew that, when accompained by my mother's biscuits, made many a winter day brighter when I was growing up in North Carolina. My sister, Sue, still lives in my home county and is an excellent cook. I believe I can bribe my mother's recipe for this stew from her. With Sister Sue either bribery or blackmail is usually required to obtain family secrets. My intent in starting this column was to write of other foods birds like. The subject of peanut hearts, which equal squirrels, intruded. Remember that bread crumbs were the original offering to wild birds when the ground was covered by snow. Take that idea and try cornbread. Birds like it very much. I don't make this delicacy for birds, but I have found myself increasing amounts when I do make it Word spreads that a new delicacy is on the feeder and birds arrive quickly and from afar to tuck into crumbled cornbread. After the turkey or chicken carcass has been picked over for soup and salad makings, run a string through the bones and hang it out for the birds. Lee Trott collects chicken bones and places them in an onion bag that she hangs near the bird feeder. Carolina Wrens have a fine time picking bits of meat off this offering. Remember to keep these offerings high off the ground. It's not wise to tempt your and the neighbor's dog too much. Birds like any food to which butter or shortening has been added. In particular, they like stale daughnuts. Bits of cake (minus the frosting) also appeal to some birds. Mockingbirds love raisins and will visit bird feeders for them. I hesitate to recommend this, for Mockingbirds are so aggressive they often keep all birds off the feeder in their attempts to preserve raisins for themselves. We have never had any luck with putting out other fruit, half oranges or apples. For us, they have been ignored. I do know others who have had Red-bellied Woodpeckers come for the citrus. A little experimentation is always fun at the bird feeder. Next week: Lee Trott's frequently requested recipe for bird pudding. How did you solve your squirrel problem? 'Whimsey' Delightful Show By DIANA BIRD Rappahannock News Contributing Writer More than a dozen of the Middle Street Gallery's members have contributed their works to the January "Whimsey" exhibition that will be on view until the 26th. What fun to see the light-heartedness of these serious artists! June Jordan has painted two brightly colored scenes of the Maine coast in what I think is a new style for her — Fauve — reminiscent of early works by Vlaminck, Derain and Braque, for instance. Her "Salmon Farm" is in a salmon-colored sea. Things look as she would like them to look. Review One of Mary Brownstein's miniature bronzes, "Away To Me," is composed of a big dog and a man holding a star-tipped wand. Is he about to toss the star to see if the dog can catch it? B.M. Harlan has carved and painted "The Research Rat" that makes you ask, "Which is the rat, the scientist or the animal?" The rat is surely a reproach. Chris Stevens has made of wood and other familiar things a "Long Fence Row of Houses" complete with a red convertible out front. Do our homes fence us in and others out? Bruce Blundell's photograph of "Accotink Wildlife Refuge" encourages me to laugh and cry at what development has left of undisturbed nature in once lovely Fairfax County. Much of the picture is of reflections. Very whimsical are Noriko Hoge's two covered, slightly sculptured and painted, ceramic jars. They suggest the mountains and deserts of the Southwest. The finials of the jars' covers are a schematic goat and bird, the touches called for to make these pieces monumental. Eunice Wenger’s "Lucky Lady" is a three dimensional, box:framed collage of lavender, purple, red and cream colored hand-made papers. The construction of this piece is so intricate that one can easily miss the lucky lady while examining it. The ingenuity and imagination all the artists have brought to the many works on display make a delightful show. Bring children to see this show and encourage them tft look carefully. They will understand. Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahaa Cary D. Colson's ‘The Scream’ helps introduce the Middle Street Gallery's January Whimsey Show.

III Church Activities I County Methodist Services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Jan. 19 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m., Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Group To Meet Havura Ktana, a friendship group of Jews and those who would like to learn about Judaism, will be meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Rappahannock Library located on U.S. 211 near Washington. The subject of the meeting will be recent visits to Israel by two Havura members. Bob Weinberg will talk about his participation in th6 American Jewish Congress delegation that went to Israel in Spring 1996, where they met Prime Minister Perez, PLO Chairman Arafat, and United States ambassador to Israel Martin Indyk, to learn about the peace process. Paula Rabkin will continue the informal talk she began at the May 1996 meeting, about her trip to Israel in Summer 1995 to attend a friend’s son’s bar mitzvah on a kibbutz. Leave a message during the day at 349-8473 if you can attend or if you have any questions. Special Service Set The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have worship service at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19 with the Rev. John P. Oliver, Jr. of Front Royal. The public is invited to attend. Woodvilie Baptist Pastor: Rev. L. Starke Jones Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Thursday: Bible Study and Prayer Meeting 6:45 p.m. Choir Practice 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. • Worship Service 11 a.m. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Amissville Baptist Interim Pastor: Rev. David Small Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m.. Mission Groups 7 p.m. Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m.. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday School 10 a.m.. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Choir Practice 7 p.m. r \] Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Peter's Catholic Mission Rev. Clarence M. Trinkle, Rector On Sundays, 10 a.m. On Holy Days of Obligation, 8 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. On Wednesdays, 8 a.m. Saturday Mass recessed for winter, to resume in spring Bethel Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Forrest Freeman Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.. Morning Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Tuesday: Wednesday St. Masses: Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Nancy B. White Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth 4 p.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Sunday: Tuesday: Sunday: Sunday: Wednesday: Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Community Youth Group 4-64p.m. Children’s Choir 7 p.m.. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. George O. Dean . Sunday School 9:30 a.m. ) F.T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Choir Practice and Prayer 7:30 p.m. Thornton Cap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every first and third Sunday 10:30 a.m. Wanda Payne and David Jeffries Payne -—Jeffries Plan September Wedding Mr. and Mrs. Albert Payne of Washington are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Wanda Payne to David Jeffries. David is the son of David and Cathy Jeffries of Madison. Wanda is a 1994 graduate of Rappahannock County High School and is currently employed with Home Beneficial Life Insurance Company in Front Royal. David is a 1992 graduate of Madison County High School and is currently employed with Rain Systems Inc. in Culpeper. The couple have set a wedding date for Sept. 6, 1997. Mrs. Moffett Enjoys Guest Mrs. D.C. Welling of Farifax Station was a guest Monday of her mother, Mrs. Jean B. Moffett. Our condolences to Mrs. Erma Jenkins on the passing of her sister, Mrs. Annie Weakley. , Mr. dnd Mrs. John Eubank of Sperryville were Sunday visitors of Mrs. Frances Eubank. Mrs. Barbara Slack returned to her home in Baltimore, Md. on Sunday after spending a week with her cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Tuesday Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz had dinner with Mrs. Alyson Sengstack and sons, Eric and Jason in Centreville. ^ Luncheon guests Sunday of Mrs. Annie Hawkins were Mrs. Mabel Burke of Woodville and Mr. and Mrs. John Deal, Jamie and Johnathan of Hume. The Girl Scouts of the Virginia By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Skyline Council will begin taking orders for Girl Scout cookies on Friday, Jan. 17. The cookies sell for $2.50 per box, to order call 675-3624. "If we love one another God dwells in us. He that loves his brother abides in the light. Hatred is like an acid. It can do more damage to the vessel in which it is stored than to the object on which it is poured." M. Grimsley on Dean's List Michael A. Grimsley has been named to the Dean's List at Radford University with a 3.8 grade point average for the Fall term and a 3.4 cumulative grade point average overall. Mike is currently a junior, major- . ing in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology. He is a 1994 graduate of Rappahannock County High School. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Costello of Huntly and Mr. and Mrs. Ashby Grimsley of Front Royal. Amissville Busy With Activities Happy birthday wishes go out to Susie Kesner who will be celebrating on Tuesday, Jan. 14. We also wish Susie's Dad God’s speed in recovering from his heart attack. He was scheduled to return home on Saturday. Francis Wood, Randy’s aunt, passed away Saturday after a short illness. Please be in prayer for his family. A memorial service will be held at the Presbyterian Church in Greenwich on Saturday, Jan. 18 at 11 a.m. Our condolences go out to the family of James Washington of Viewtown. He was a beloved brother and uncle and will be greatly missed. Frances Williams and family would like to thank the loving, kind and caring hands that prepared the delicious fruit basket for her family at Christmas. It was wonderful to know that someone cares. A special thanks to Janet and son, Josh for delivering the basket. Ms. Williams wishes everyone a happy New Year and may God bless all of you. The Amissville Health and Fitness Group started the New Year off on Jan. 7 at the United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Anyone interested in improving their health through better eating and exercise habits should contact Nancy Nicholas at 937-4470 for more information. Ashton Kesner and Chrissy Wagner were the overnight guests of Kady Gum and helped Kady celebrate her 10th birthday on Jan. 2. Buttons, our Jack Russell, gave out before the girls did! The3Amissville Fire and Rescue Company is considering the establishment of an Explorers post at the fire station which would be open to boys and girls 14 to 18 years of age. Adults in the community who are interested in working with the youth in the Explorers program may contact Fire Chief J.B. Carter at 937-4218, Art Candenquist at 937-7444, or Jack By GLENDA GUM Atkins at 937-5282 for more information. Membership in the Fire and Rescue Company is not a requirement to work with the Explorers,'but an interest in helping them to prepare to be useful citizens of the community is. Your help is needed and appreciated. Girl Scout cookies go on sale Jan. 17. Some local area troops may be selling cookies for $3 while others may sell for $2.50. You are not being ripped off. Several councils voted to go with another baker rather than raise the price of their cookies while retaining the same delicious taste. Each troop depends on the portion of money they receive to buy materials, plan trips or activities for the girls. These activities may be as simple as a bowling or skating outing or as indepth as an overnight trip to the Richmond Science Museum. I suppose I spoke a little too soon about the lack of snow! I hope everyone was able to get around safely although we did have a few accidents in the area. The school systems are to be commended on their decisions to close schools considering the amount of ice still on the back roads. Safety of our children must be a priority even though it may inconvenience us parents. Please leave your news in the box at Hackley’s Store by Thursday due to the Jackson/King holiday on Monday, Jan. 20. Sperryville News Notes Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Jenkins and Bryan Clark were Friday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins and Angie. Paul and Jason Brown returned to Virginia Military Institute on Monday after spending the holidays with family and friends. Mrs. Thelma Jenkins and Angie visited Mrs. Ethel Jenkins, Connie and Randy and Marion Peyton in A rod a on Sunday. They also visited with Mrs. Delia Leake at the Autumn Care Nursing Home. Mrs. Shirley Kushner of Gaithersburg, Md. was a Tuesday guest of her mother, Mrs. Catherine Brown. Congratulations to my niece, Wanda Payne upon her engagement to David Jeffries. Sunday evening dinner guests of By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wayland and Tiffany were his son-in-law and daughter, Dave and Jackie Wilk of Arlington. Jay Wayland and friend, Leah of Charlottesville were also recent dinner guests in the Wayland home. Strafford Settle of Culpeper was a Friday evening visitor in the Wayland home. 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When they woke, their snowy pal had dwindled and his cinder face cried dirty streaks. Sadly, they turned away. Sometimes life is like that snowman - grand and glittering with all the material things we have. Then the hot winds of disaster blow, their importance vanishes, and all we are left with is emptiness. What makes life meaningful? If possessions can’t make us happy, what can? God has the answer. Through worship and prayer He teaches us to 1ind the joys of spirit. Visit His house this week. 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Breakfast — A New Year's Resolution By BARBARA C. WAYLAND Rappahannock New* SUIT Writer The holidays are over, 1996 is gone and we start to make plans for the New -Year with all sorts of resolutions. The one thing we should resolve to do is start the day with breakfast. We all know of the proven statistics of how well children excel in school if they eat breakfast. But what about adults, as we rush around each morning getting children ready, lunches packed, husbands out to work and the many other things ; that fill those early morning minutes. On weekends it's no problem fixing healthy and nutritious breakfasts. Weekdays are different and that’s vfriy we should look at a few things to have available for breakfast. I think fruit and muffins are definite assets and basically require little work. The fruit can be arranged on a plate and may or may not be served with a dish of yogurt. You may also serve a dish of yogurt topped with fresh fruit- blueberries, strawberries and/or raspberries. Muffins are a mainstay at our house. They are quick and can be heated if desired. Of course, you can purchase them directly from the grocery store, however, the fun actually comes from mixing up a batch, adding variations and listen for comments as to whether the family enjoys the latest mixture. Variations are definitely unlimited. Following are a few we enjoy. Muffins 13/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 beaten egg 3/4 cup milk 1/4 cup cooking oil Oven 400 degrees > In a mixing bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Make a well in the center. Combine egg, milk, and oil; add all at once to flour mixture. Stir just till moistened (batter should be lumpy). Lightly grease muffin cups or line with paper bake cups; fill 2/3 full. Bake in a 400 degrees oven about 20 minutes or till golden. .Remove from pans; serve warm. Makes 10 to 12. Blueberry Muffins: Prepare as above, except fold 3/4 cup fresh or 'frozen blueberries and, if desired, 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel into , -muffin batter. ; Cranberry Muffins; Prepare as • above, except Combine 1 cup coarsely ! chopped cranberries and 2 tablespoons J additional sugar. Fold into muffin batter. • Jelly Muffins: Prepare as above, t except do not use paper bake cups. Fill ! muffin cups 1/3 full with batter, top J each with one teaspoon jelly, jam, or • preserves, then top with enough batter i to fill each muffin cup 2/3 full. Date-Nut Muffins: Prepare as above, except fold 2/3 cup snipped pitted whole dates and 1/3 cup chopped ■nuts into muffin batter. Cheese Muffins: Prepare as above, except stir 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (2 ounces) into flour mixture. Banana Muffins: Prepare as above, except reduce milk to 1/2 cup. Add 3/4 cup mashed banana and 1/2 cup chopped nuts to flour mixture with egg , mixture. Do not use paper bake cups. [ Pumpkin Muffins: Prepare as j above, except add 1 teaspoon ground .’cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nut• meg, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves to ’flour mixture. Add 1/2 cup canned : pumpkin to egg mixture. Stir 1/4 cup 'Chopped nuts into batter. Do not use ) paper bake cups. j Com Muffins: Prepare as above, ’except reduce flour to 1 cup and add 3/4 ■ cup commeal to flour mixture. Do not I use paper bake cups. ! Oatmeal Muffins: Prepare as above, except reduce flour to 1 1/3 cups > and add 3/4 cup rolled oats to flour mixture. If you prefer a topping on the muffins just mix a little shredded oatmeal with white and/or brown sugar and put on the top before baking. Refrigerator Bran Muffins < Serving tasty, warm muffins is a snap when the batter is ready and waiting. • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup whole bran cereal or 1/2 cup toasted wheat bran 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 beaten egg 1 cup milk 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup cooking oil 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel or orange peel 1/3 cup chopped nuts Oven 400 degrees In a bowl stir together flour, whole bran cereal or toasted wheat bran, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Make a well in the center. In another bowl stir together egg, milk, sugar, oil, and lemon or orange peel. Add egg mixture all at once to flour mixture. Stir just till moistened (batter will be lumpy). Fold in nuts. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 7 days. To bake, gently stir batter. Grease desired number of muffin cups or line with paper bake cups; fill cups 2/3 full. Bake in a 400 degrees oven for 15 to 20 minutes or till golden. Remove from pans; serve warm. Makes 12. Apple-and-Raisin Refrigerator Bran Muffins; Prepare as above, except combine 1/2 cup snipped dried apple and 1/4 cup raisins in a small bowl; pour enough boiling water over fruit to cover. Let stand 5 minutes; drain well. Fold mixture into batter with nuts. Makes 14 to 16. Honey Wheat Muffins The lemon adds a just-right touch to the honey flavor. ,, 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 beaten egg 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup cooking oil 1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel Oven 400 degrees In a mixing bowl stir together allpurpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the center. In another bowl combine beaten egg, milk, honey, cooking oil, and lemon peel. Add egg mixture all at once to dry mixture. Stir just till moistened (batter should be lumpy). Grease muffin cups or line with paper bake ciljis; fill 2/3 full. Bake in a 400 degrees oven for 18 to 20 minutes or till golden. Remove muffins from pans; serve warm. Makes 12. Fruit Wheat Muffins: Prepare as above, except fold 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, raisins, snipped pitted whole dates, or chopped apple into the batter. Do not use the microwave directions. Honey-Nut Wheat Muffins: Prepare as above, except fold 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, peanuts, or toasted almonds into the batter. Of course muffins and fruits are delicious but there are many other breakfast items. Popovers, french toast, pancakes or waffles also supplement the normal cereal, egg, sausage, bacon, oatmeal breakfast routine. Use your imagination, just make sure you have that morning breakfast. Popovers These crispy, hollow puffs will be the hit of the meal whether you serve them with the appetizer, salad, or main course. 1 tablespoon shortening or nonstick spray coating 2 beaten eggs 1 cup milk 1 teaspoon cooking oil 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt Oven 400 degrees Using 1/2 teaspoon shortening for each cup, grease the bottom and sides of six 6-ounce custard cups or the cups of a popover pan. Or, spray cups with nonstick coating. Place the custard cups on a 15 by 10 by 1-inch pan; set aside. In a mixing bowl combine beaten eggs, milk, and cooking oil. Add flour and salt. Beat with a rotary beater or wire whisk till mixture is smooth. Fill the greased cups half full. Bake in a 400 degrees oven about 40 minutes or till very firm. Immediately after removal from the oven prick each popover with a fork to let steam escape. Then, if crisper popovers are desired, return the popovers to the oven for 5 to 10 minutes more or till desired crispness (be sure the oven is turned off). Serve hot. Makes 6 popovers. Cinnamon Popovers: Prepare as above, except add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon with the flour. Serve with honey and margarine or butter, if desired. French Toast Use French bread if you like a custard like center; use sliced white bread if you prefer a toasty, crisp French Toast. 2 beaten eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/4 teaspoon vanilla 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 5 1-inch-thick slices French bread or f? slices dry white bread Margarine, butter or cooking oil Maple-flavored syrup (optional) In a shallow bowl beat together eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon. Dip bread into egg mixture, coating both sides (if using French bread, let soak in / egg mixture about 30 seconds on each side). In a skillet or on a griddle cook bread on both sides in a small artjpfltet of hot margarine, butter, or quiver medium heat for 2 to 3 mimics on each side or till golden brown. Add more margarine as needed. Serve with maple-flavored syrup, if desired. Makes 5 or 6 slices. Stuffed French Toast: Prepare as above, except use five 1 1/2-inch-thick slices French bread. Cut a pocket horizontally into each slice of French bread. In a bowl beat together half of an 8ounce container soft-style cream cheese with strawberry or pineapple and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped walnuts. Spoon 1 rounded tablespoon cream cheese mixture into each bread pocket. To serve, sprinkle cOokcd Stuffed French Toast with powdered sugar. Pancakes Turn your kitchen into a pancake house with these five delicious flavors. 1 cup all-purpose Hour 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 beaten egg ' 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons cooking oil In a mixing bowl stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another mixing bowl combine egg, milk, and cooking oil. Add to flour mixture all at once. Stir mixture just till blended but still slightly lumpy. Pour about 1/4 cup batter onto a hot, lightly greased griddle or heavy skillet for each standard-size pancake or about 1 tablespoon batter for each dollar-size pancake. c Cook till pancakes are golden brown, turning to cook second sides when pancakes have bubbly surfaces and slightly dry edges. Makes 8 to 10 standard-size or 36 dollar-size pancakes. Waffles 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 egg yolks 1 3/4 cups milk 1/2 cup cooking oil 2 egg whites In a mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl beat egg yolks slightly. Beat in milk and oil. Add egg yolk mixture to flour mixture all at once. Stir just till combined but still lumpy. In a small bowl beat egg whites till stiff peaks form (.tips stand straight). Gently fold beaten egg whites into flour and egg yolk mixture, leaving a few fluffs of egg white. Do not overmix. Pour 1 to 1 1/4 cups batter onto grids of a preheated, lightly greased waffle baker. Close lid quickly; do not open during baking. Bake according to manufacturer's directions. When done, use a fork to lift waffle off grid. Repeat with remaining batter. Makes 3 to 4 waffles. OurJobIsTDHelpMj Hjrn THem Into Molehills. 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. — Cvery effort is made to return our patients to a healthy,formal life as quickly as possible. As a result, therapy is, for the most part, shortterm 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 Pinebrooke-UVa. Because life's problems shouldn't be insurmountable. Pinebrooke-UVa Psychiatric Center at Culpeper Memorial Hospital Culpeper, Virginia (540)8294132 ~ (800)848-3899 Upcoming Events 4-H Share-the-Fun Show Planned The 4-H Share The Fun Talent Show will be held at 5 p.m. on Feb. 15 at the Rappahannock County High School. Anyone interested in performing can pick up information at Rappahannock County Elementary, High School or the Extension Office. Rehearsals begin Thursday, Jan. 16 at the Rappahannock County High School auditorium at 3:30 p.m. In case of High School closing or early dismissed due to bad weather, the'rehearsal will be canceled. For further information, please call the Extension Office at 675-3619 or Hazel Zinn-Day at 937-3185. Booster Club To Meet The Rappahannock Booster Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20 at the high school. Interested persons are invited to attend. Adult Education Classes Set Free night adult education classes are again available in Rappahannock County. Classes meet in the basement of the Rappahannock County Public Library from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday. New students are asked to come for the first time on Wednesday, when the staff is larger. Instruction in math, language, and GED .preparation is given. To register or to get information about these classes, call 1-800-371-7380. Support Group To Meet The BlueRidge Head Injury Support Group will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18 in the parish hall of Trinity Episcopal Church. All survivors, family members and friends are welcome. For information, transportation, directions or support call Pat Salmon at 675-3137. Meeting Set on Farm Law The Rappahannock Farmers Association and the local Extension Office are sponsoring a program on the Agricultural Stewardship Act (ASA) starting at 7 p.m. next Thursday, Jan. 16, at the Washington Fire Hall. The ASA is intended to address the issue of water pollution caused by agricultural activities. Agriculture Agent Kenner Love urges all farmers to attend and find out about the implications of this act for their farming practices. Membership Meeting Planned RAWL annual membership meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 23 at the Rappahannock Library. The public is invited to attend. Election of the 1997 Board of Directors will be held and light refreshments will be served. Classes Underway Shorin-Ryv Okinawan Karate classes are currently underway on Wednesdays at Ki Theatre on Gay Street in Washington. Junior classes will be held 4 to 5:30 p.m. and women and senior citizens from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more information call Arthur Drago, 5th Dan at 635-7554 or Betsy Toth, 2nd Dan at 349-0632. You may join the class at anytime. Celebration Planned They might be running from their shadows in other places but in Rappahannock County “Groundhogs Just Wanna Dance" will be the celebration at 8 p.m. on Feb. 1 at the Community Center. Friends of Gaia will present an encore of the psyche circus. Also returning will be Linda Ramer’s Gaia Ramma Jamma and new work from Kim Doyle and her students. There will be an admission charge of $5. Classes, Workshops Scheduled The Rappahannock County Public Schools will offer adult education classes and workshops beginning Feb. 3, 1997. A partial list of classes and workshops includes Computer Basics, Ballroom Dancing, Line Dancing and Texas Two Step, Photography, Drawing/Painting, Quilting, Basic Life Skills, CPR, and HTML Computer Language. Copies of the brochure are available at the following locations: Rappahannock County School Board Office, the Elementary School’s Main Office, the High School’s Main Office, and the Rappahannock Library. For further information on classes contact Jcanie Dwyer at 987-8773. Open House at Winery The Oasis Winery will be hosting an open house on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 11 a m. to 4 p.m. featuring complimentary Hor d’oeuvres, wine tastings, winery tours, Virginia made specialty food and gift products and live music on stage. The event is free and you are encouraged to bring your Valentine! It will be held rain or shine. For more information guests should call 1-800-304-7656. Valentine's Dinner Planned The Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad is sponsoring a Valentine’s dinner on Feb. 15 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at the Rappahannock Elementary School. The menu will include one-half barbecue chicken, wild rice, peas, salad, rolls, dessert and beverages for $8 or $15 for a couple. There is also a special child’s menu for children 8 and under for $3.50. The dinner will be prepared by Pat Jenkins and Shirley Frye who have been in the business totaling over 40 years. For more information call 987-8495. Practical Nursing Aptitude Testing George Washington Carver — Piedmont Technical Education Center will begin testing on Feb. 5 for those who are interested in applying to the Practical Nursing Program that begins in September 1997. This is an 18 month course that prepares a graduate to take the National Council Licensure Examination for becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.). Call 825-0476 to register or for further information about the testing and/or the program. A $15 testing fee is required at the time of registration. Birthday Celebration Set A Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Theatre in Washington. The event is sponsored by the J.E. Bodie Scholarship Committee. Mr. Bob Weinberg will be the speaker. There will be several skits by Nanetta Butler Roberts and the depicting stages of Dr. King’s life will be performed. There will also be music by the Promise Land Young Adult Chorus, Edna Shanks and David Clanagan. The public is invited. 1997 Events at IRIS Centre The IRIS Centre in Washington continued its popular third Tuesday video-discussion sens, “In The Spirit...” Jan. 21: “Feng Shui: The Ancient Chinese Art of Placement”; Feb. 18: “Robert Bly with Bill Moyers: A Gathering of Men;” March 19: “Radiant Life: Meditations and Visions of Heldegard of Bingen.” All showtimes are 7 p.m., admission $5. Lord Fairfax Class to be Held Wordprocessing I (Course #AST14I ) will be offered by Lord Fairfax Community College at Rappahannock County High School. The three credit class will be held on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. beginning on Jan. 14. Tuition for the three credit college course is $139.95 ($46.65 pet*credit) plus an additional charge for the textbook, approximately $40. For information, contact Dr. Rpn Ludwick at Lord Fairfax Community College at 869-1120 or Jeanie Dwyer at the School Board Office, 987-8773.

URappafjannocfe iietos HOT LINE PHONES TO ADVERTISE CLASSIFIED 1-800-852-4797 EMPLOYMENT 1-703-689-1260 FAX 1-703-689-1278 INDEX Please refer to the classification you wish your ad to appear under. Rentals 1. Rentals - Apartments 2. Rentals - Commercial 3. Rentals - Condo 5. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 6. Rentals - Mobile Home 7. Rentals - Office 8. Rentals - Room 9. Rentals - Vac ./Time Share 10. Rentals - Wanted 11. Roommates Wanted Real Estate 15. Real Estate - Apartments 16. Real Estate For Sale 17. Real Estate For Sale Owner By Owner 18. Real Estate Lots & Acreage 19. Real Estate Wanted 20. 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Automobiles 85. Trucks 86. Campers/RV 87. Vans 88. Motorcycles 89. Parts/ Accessories Employment 90. Employment Services 91. Help Wanted 92. Help Wanted Domestic 93. Jobs Wanted Legal Notices 100. Bids & Proposals 101. Legal Notices 102 ABC License Call 1-8O0-852-47977 about our Horse A Farm, Homo Improvement A Business Professional Dir. Classification. / - General Classified Real Estate Rentals/ Sales Legal Notices Employment Deals On Wheels .mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. Wednesday, January 15,1997 GENERAL INFORMATION RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY Rappahan Pre-payment is req.for Classified ads. DEADLINES & RATES: Regular Classified: Appearing in the Rappahannock News only. Deadline js Mon., 5:00pm. Rate is 7.82, 1st 20 words, •550 each addt’l word. Classified display is $9.22 per col. inch (pci). Legals: Appearing in The Rappahannock Newspaper, not the extended area. Deadline is Friday, 5:00pm. For proof of legal before publication, deadline is Thursday, 5:00pm. Horse & Farm (H&F): Appearing in The Loudoun County Package, The Fauquier Times Democrat and The Clarke Courier Newspapers. Deadline is Monday. 1:00pm. Rate is $30.94 1st 20 words, .800 each addt’l word. H&F display rate is $39.13 pci. Too Late To Classify: Deadline is Tuesday, 3:00pm. Same rate, as Regular Classified. Business & Prof. Services/Home Impr. Dirs., Friday, 12:00noon. Please call 444-4480 for rates on this section. • All classified ads (with the exception of Legals, Meeting Place & Directory ads), will appear on the internet for a charge of .500 which has already been incorporated in the above rates. • An ad cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. After your ad is published, to make any changes/corrections, please call immediately. No adjustments will be made on an error that does not materially affect the value of the ad. Errors must be reported by 3:00pm Monday following the date of publication. The Times-Community Newspapers will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed, objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or set-up. The TimesCommunity Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. Fill out the coupon below & mail check/money order made payable to: Times-Community Newspapers Classified Department P.O. Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20178 —5KBW* aawii I— I’ll- llw I 7._ !* 111I13. ,11. 115i" |11. I I11 ii3_ k |17_ *19. 6. 10._ 11. . 14.. . 16-_ .11 .20. AOOOIONAL WORDS 11. 14. 11. 11. I | Phone f: I, 20.. t Category •_ No. of waoks | C. Card#. I' jAddreaa:. [C«y:_ -State;. -2p: 1 Rentals Apartment 1 bedroom, fully furnished, in historic limits, own entrance, cable. $500/ month, plus utilities, own meter. 6751070, Middleburg: In Town, ground floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, wood floors, washer / dryer hook-up, central air/heat, cable TV. Pets on approval. $675. 540-687-5855 leave message. Sperrvville - 2 bedroom, available immediately, $375/ monthly. Lease/ security deposit/ references required. 540-6757171. Washington, VA. Large 1 bedroom apartment plus living room, kitchen, A/C, porches, ample storage, superb mountain views, $480/ month. 804823-1520.^ 4 Rentals House House for rent: 3 bedroom, Large rooms, Available Immediately. Route 522, Flint Hill. 540635-2222. Rappahannock Co., Woodville. Cape Cod, 3/ 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, full basement. Available immediately. No pe"t no smokers. $850. 540-9878922. Restored log cabin, kitchen, bath, electric heat, 2 fireplaces, with woodstove, A/C, $350/ month. Available 2-15-97. 540-675-3627. 7 Rentals Office Office Space available immediately in Washington, VA. Separate entrance. $125/ month. Utilities included. Please call 540-675-3316 or 540635-4392. Professional Office space: main street Marshall. Approximately 800 Square feet. HVAC/ kitchen/full bath. $550/month plus utilities. Contact Paul Lawrence 540-364-2293. 9 Rentals Vacation/Timesh are HUNTING/FISHING CABIN- Sizes to sleep 4 to 12. Steel strength, 20year warranty. Erect yourself in one day. limited availability. From only $2,795. Toll Free 1888-422-4239. MOUNTAIN TOP - 5.3 ac. near Wintergreen Resort. Cabin (1989), hand-hewn logs, 3 bdrms, 2 baths,, 100 yr. old oak floors/cabmets, stone fp, Anderson Windows, front porch, rear deck. $159,000. 804-673-7346 NORTH CAROLINA. Only 6 hrs. from DC, Winter Clearance. Final Phase. Remaning homesites just released. Private waterfront community with beautiful hardwoods and gorgeous water views. Pvd rds, u/g util, community pier. From the low $20s. Call today! 1-800-448-LAND ext 3160 SMOKY MOUNTAINS: Lifetime of Memories. Experience the beauty and Romance of a Mountain WEDDING in Gatlinburg. Ordained Ministers, No Blood Test/Waiting. HONEYMOON LODGING, 1-800-2586797 SOUTH CAROLINA LAKEVIEW BARGAIN! $24,900 Free Boat Slip! Beautifully wooded lot w/free private boat slip on 50,000 acre recreational lake abutting golf course. Paved roads, water, sewer, more' Excellent financing Waterfront also available Call 800704 3154 10 Rentals _Wanted Single professional and small dog (or month to month rental. One bedroom, farm cottage, near Little Washington. Non-smoker, References available. (540) 8290985. 11 Roommate Female desired: Nonsmoker/ non-drinker. Kitchen privileges, washer/ dryer, full bath. Rent $325 plus 1/2 utilities: Call 703-758-9513 for information. IS Real Estate Commercial Bay Area. FREE LAND LIST. Virginia Waterfront & Water Access homesites. Call 800-7754563 ext. 3120. CREST HILL FARM, Etlan. 362+ Ac. mt. farm, 5-BR Victorian, 3bay garage,, barns, outbldgs, streams, lake, 4egcing, frontage, 875K. • Rustfc 3-BR log home dnJ.S ac. (adjoining 362* ac. farm above) overlooks lake, beamed ceilings, stone FP, needs work, $84,500. • Rapp. Co., lovely wooded 18 ac., mt. views, stream, frontage, 78K. Call Lisa Dyer, 540-923-4765. Jefferson Land & Realty, 540-948-5050. 16 Real Estate For Sale 50 MILE MTN VIEWS! 10+ Acres Riverfront $49,777. Enjoy the best of both worlds! Pristine rolling land with breathtaking 3 state views and level frontaae on crystal clear river for fishing, canoeing & swimming. one-of-akind! Rare opportunity to own land near town. Excellent terms. Call now 304-262-2770. hunter Company Virginia. ANTIQUE FARMHOUSE 17+ AC/Stream $79,900 Old farmhouse w/slate roof needs a lot of TLC. Rolling, meadows & woods & woods w/springfed stream, & mtn. views-all only 1 hour to DC Beltwayl A once in a lifetime opportunity! Excellent financing. Call owner now- 304-2622770 Government Foreclosed homes from pennies on $1. Delinquent Tax, Repo's, REO's. Your area. Toll free 1-BOO218-9000 Ext. H-6080 for current listings. 19 Real Estate Wanted GOT A CAMPGROUND MEMBERSHIP OR TIMESHARE? WELL TAKE IT AMERICA'S MOST SUCCESSFUL RESORT RESALE CLEARING HOUSE. CALL RESORT SALES INFORMATION TOLL FREE HOTLINE 1-800423-5967 20 Manufactured/ Custom Housing Rustic 100 year old hand hewn Cabins. Oak, chestnut, poplar. Different sizes, delivery available. 540-965 8865. 25 Adoption A Childless, Loving VA. couple wish to adopt Willing to pay legal and medical expenses Please contact Janet and lee. evenings 703-4357370 or 800-792-3620. Loving couple wishes to adopt infant Happy, secure home with full time mom Medical and legal expenses paid Please Call Dan and Joe at 1800 579 1860. or collect 703 830 1341 25 Adoption We are a Happy Family with room for one more. We want to adopt a baby, will help with legal/ medical expenses. Consider Adoption!!! Call Martha or Herb at 703736-0992. 26 Announcements DO YOU PUT YOUR GARBARGE OUT AJ 5 AM because you're too embarrassed to have your neighbors see how modest your circumstances really are? Now you can hold your head up again. We supply you with empty imported champagne bottes, caviar container, Class "A" packages and truffle tins for those “garbage snoopers" who will then really have something to talk about. Write AAACtass Garbage, Inc. Box AW. GETTING MARRIED? Mountain Laurel Chapel in to the Smoky Mountains. Candlelight Weddings and Honeymoon Suites. NEW LOW PRICES. Ordained Minister. No Blood Test/Waiting. 1800-408-8577. PREPARE NOW FOR HORRORS of remorseless cold this winter Our solar electrically heated clothes will protect your body against sudden shock when going from hot car to hot home, and even help you sweat off excess weight to boot. Write Box AW. REMINDER: Some of your ads will contain the New 540 Area Code. 32 Business Opportunities $1,000's Possible Typing. Part Time. At Home. Toll Free (1) 800-2189000 Ext. T-6080 lor Listings. $200-$500 Weekly: Mailing phone cards. No experience necessary. For more information send a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Global Communication, P.O. Box 5679, Hollywood, FL 33083. FLORIDA HOSPITAL JOB GUIDE...Send resume and $8 S/H to: Dr. Joe Outcalt, 37 Bartlett Drive, Sharpsburg, GA 30277. 770-502-9550. FREE BONUS: Nationwide .Guide. Money back 'Guarantee. Homs Computer Users Needed: $45,000 income potential. 1-800-5134343, Ext. B-22370. Call for details. MONEY FOR THE NEW MILLENNIUM. Lower your payments, consolidate your bills. Refinance, equity loans, or purchase. We can help. Free credit analysis. Millennium Mortgage. 1-800-6559432 NO COST JOB TRAINING! Young adults 16-24, Earn while your learn! Lots of benefits and incentives. For information call JOB CORPS today. 1-800889-9335 OWN YOUR OWN apparel, shoe, westernwear, lingerie, bridal, gift or $1.00 store. Includes inventory, fixtures, buying trip, training. Minimum investment $17,500.00. Call Paul at Liberty Fashions. 501-327-8031. SODA/SNACK ROUTE!! Your Business! Your Hours! Your Profit! Top Local Sites. $1500+ weekly potential. Minimum Investment $10,800 with immediate cash flow. CALL: .1-800617-6430, EXT. 4600 Work from home. Sales leaders needed to market newly approved service in VA. $3,500-$8,500/ month. Parttime/ Fulltime. For interview call 888486-4613. ANTIQUE AUCTION SUNDAY, JAN. 19, AT 1230 P.M. DOORS OPEN AT 10:00 AM. (PREVIEW SAT, JAN. 18,10 A.M.-6 P.M.) Over 100 lots of furniture; Glassware includes Flow Blue, cut glass, Depression, etc.; Over 75 toys from 1920s to'60s including Hubley Bell Telephone trucks, pedal cars, etc.; Advertising pieces; Hundreds of old tools; Numerous collectibles including signed photos, jewelry, ironware, numerous sterling silver, etc. CULPEPER AUCTION CENTER (VAF#255) (1.5 miles north of town on Rt 522) (540) 825-9045 for flyer or info. _Snow date: February 2,1997. 5:00 p.m. Sat., Jan. 18,19D7 at the Gallery at Aimissville We 're wanning up for another great year of selling! In our first auction of1997, we'U be offering: Ltfs at Furniture: Lake-new sofa & fair of nose winghack chairs; Empire cheval minor. Furniture overstock featuring many new oak pressed-back chain; Set Windsor chairs; Round oak pedestal-base dining table w/paw feet, Oak swivel bar chain; Oak kitchen table; etc.; Danish Modem dining lable/chain; Sectional bookcases; Cedar chests; Sm. gun cabinet; China cabinet; Old metal full size beds; Chests of drawers; Coffee & endtables; Rockers; Office & desk chain; Old chair frames; Computer desk & others; Unusual hamboo cabinet; etc., etc., etc. PLUS Glassware: Pone lean. Coins; Mirrors; Lamps; Metal utility cabinets: Lots of books; 3 pair ofskis; BOX LOT HEAVEN!!! * /s In Case of snow or try roads, please call ahead" - Bm^Payne Auctions, Inc /f (540) 937-4142 • 675-3729 £ 33 Child Care Services Offered Skyline Country Tots State Licensed Home Childcare in Flint Hill has openings lor part-time and fulltime. Call Christal 675-1378. 36 Computer/Electr on. Sales/Service Tandy color computer, keyboard only. Never used. $150. Call 540675-3642. 39 Farm Equip & Supplies Wanted To Buy: Used.'! snow blower lor farm tractor. 5, 6 or 7 ft. "Snobelt" brand. 3 point mount. PTO drive. (301) 473.5111. 44 Giveaways Beagle Puppies: 1 male, 2 females, 14 weeks. (540)349-2780. Free kittens in search of loving homes. Cute and cuddely. 540-338-2217, Free To Good home: Grey Male kitten. Please call Faith at (703)4443359. Giveaway: piano upright player, piano works fine, player part broken. (540)675-1190. SO Hay/Straw/Feed Cattle Hay* 1000 pound . round bales. 17 miles west of Warrenton. $20$25. 540-675-3761. 51 Horses for Sale WANTED Horses, Ponies, Cattle & Trailers. All Types. Cash Terms Will pick-up at farm. (410) 987-5642 55 Lost Miniature Doberman: Black with brown markings, female, short tail. Approximately 15 pounds. Reward will be offered. Please call 9373632. 56 Miscellaneous For Sale Baby items for sale: 2 white cribs, matresses & bedding with matching changing table, $600; high chair, $35; frame back pack, $10: car seat, $10. 540-955-0503. Huge Savings on selected models ot Arch Type Steel Buidlings. 25x30, 30x42. Great backyard shop, 2 car garages. Easy financing available. Call immediately 1-800341-7007. STORE FIXTURESRichmond WarehouseSlotwall gridwall, gondolas, wood & glass shelving, showcases, mannequins, garment racks, hangers literature & countertop racks, signs, jewelry supplies, brackets. 800-937-2232 57 Miscellaneous Wanted Cherry Picker w/Bucket Lift & Farm Trailer Tax deductible gift needed of hydraulic bucket lift w/truck. Also farm wagons & trailer. For use at non-profit Great Meadows Field Events Center. Please phone Bob Hilton, Grounds Manager (540) 2535001, evenings (540) 253-5030, or fax (5,40) 253-5005. Wanted to buy: Anything Civil War. Any cannon. Call 804-779-3076. Call collect or leave message. Wanted: (1) Daytona 500 Tickets. Call 304-7287454. _ Wanted:. Graverly Tractor In " good condition. Please call (540)3474516, if no answer, leave message. Rappahannock Border collie puppy: Female, to good home on big farm. Call or fax (540)6729707. 60 Pet Supplies Sales & Services Wolf Hybrids 86%. Very Wolfy looks, $300. Parents on premises. 540-788-4917. 61 Personals A devoted couple seeks to adopt your new born and start our family, expenses paid. Call Jeanette and Glen at 800-494-8895. 65 Services, Business Painting: Intarior. Experienced. Call Gina. 540-923-4652. 67 Services, Financing Mortgages SDEBT CONSOLIDATIONS 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. ••ACTION CASH” ANY CREDIT RATING-CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS*NO EQUITY PROGRAMS*LOWEST RATES'NO UP FRONT FEES* LOCAL COMPANYMORTGAGE SOUTH,INC.* CALL NELSON * 1-800-2549506. 1ST A 2ND MORTGAGES FAST. Any Credit Rating. No Upfront Fees. Easy Payment Plans. Great Rates. Call Charles Toney at 804-282-0588 or 1-800-827-8909. CROSSTATE MORTGAGE. - CANT AFFORD THE HOME YOU NEED? Own a home now, without the downpayment most banks require. Complete permanent financing if qualified. DeGeorge Home Alliance. 1-800-3432884 Is there a special someone in your life? A spouse or parent, a child or a friend? Whoever the object of your affection, tell them how you feel with “Valentine Love Lines", coming February 12, in Times Classified! 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68 Service* V Health Care ' 20/20 WITHOUT GLASSES! Safe, rapid, non-surgical, permanent restoration 6-8 weeks. Airline pilot developed. Doctor approved. Free information by mail' (800)422-7320, ext.239 (406)961-5570, Fax (406)961-5577. httpy/www.visionfreedom com SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. DIABETIC? Are you still paying for supplies? Why? For information on now you can racieve supplies at little or no cost call 1800-678-5733. DIABETICS SAVE $$$'S on supplies. Medicare pays lor your supplies if you use insulin. Medicare billed direct. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Mention 121013 1-800633-2001. DIABETICS Save Money on Supplies. Medicare pays if you use insulin, we bill for you. mention 251012 1-800-633-2001. 69 Services, Home Improvement Huge Savinas on selected models ol Arch Type Steel Buildings. 25x30, 30x42. Great Backyard Shop, 2 car garages. Easy Financing Available. Call immediately. 1800-341-7007. Painting: Interior. Experienced. Call Gina. 540-923-4652. EARLY'S CARPET, INC. Rt.211,1 mile west of Post Office Amissville, VA. 540-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 70 Services, MUc ■ College student looking (or housesitting opportunities. I will provide TLC (or your home and your pets while you are away. Longterm jobs considered. 4 years experience and references available upon request. Call Elizabeth, evenings: 3642429. daytime: 347-4222. 71 Tributes A TRIBUTE TO ELEANOR V. JORDAN In loving memory of our wife, mother and sister, Eleanor V. Jordan, who departed this life, January 10,1992. We love you, May God bless and always keep your soul at rest, We think of you always and will love you forever. •Your loving family* 84 Automobiles Honda 95 Civic EX. 4door, 5-speed, 45,000 highway miles, fully loaded including extra accessories. 6 CD changer, split 5 star rims, spoiler, alarm, mon roof, mud flaps, and new tires. $14,900.00 Ask for Chris. 540-349-3381. SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts for cars and trucks Some new parts Motors, transmissions and parts Installed (If purchasad here). Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. Vie Buy and Sell running care and trucks. Open 7 days, Mon-Sat 8-6 Sunday 9-5 Located Rt 229,3 miles past Culpeper High School. 125-2571 85 Trucks Chevy 1952 pick-up. Restored, 5 windows, runs good, looks good, new paint. $5,800. (301)739-2627._ Chevy 1952 Pickup: Restored, 5 windows, runs good, looks good, new paint, $5,800. (301) 739-2627 Jeep 1986 Comanche pickup truck. 2WD, 2.8 V6, longbed, automatic, air-conditioning, high commuter miles. $1200/ best offer; 1987 Ford Ranger, 2.3 litre, 5speed. low miles, replaced engine. $1500/ best offer. 540-347-4997 after 6:00pm. _ Truck F350 1987 4 wheel drive, crew cab, diesel. $11,400. Nice condition. Call (540)6751190 or (540) 937-5703. 86 Campers/RVs LARGEST SELECTION OF USED MOTORHOMES ON THE EAST COASTI Over 80 in stock, must sell immediately! Tom Johnson Camping Center-Carolinas largest volume RV Dealer. 1800-225-7802 91 Help Wanted $$AVON$$ Potential $200*$2000 per month. Sell where & when you like, its not just door to door anymore. Medical/other insurance available. 1-800-288-6311. Ind. Rep. *Clerks/So tiers* Postal positions. Clerks and sorters. No experience required. Benefits. For exam, salary and testing information call 13530906-5570 ext. 6815 8am-8pm Accounting: Energe6c person sought as Asst Controller in multi-store retail company in the equestrian industry. GL/AP/AR/lnventory and compuier/internet skills required. Send resume to Mrs. McCausland, 43717 John Mosby WSTte 703-327-6308 Accounts Clerk: Energetic person sought to manage internal accounts of multi-store retail company in the equestrian industry. Computer skills needed, send resume to: Mrs. McCausland, 43717 John Mosby Highway, Chantilly. VA 26152 or fax to 70^-327-6508. Assisted living 24/hr. Licensed supervision for the elderly, from $900 monthly, all inclusive. Eleven VA locations since 1968. AMERICAN RETIREMENT HOMES, 1-800-999-6637. CDL Drivers flatbed, 1 year experience. Home often. Excellent pay, benefits. Call Trism Transport today! 1-800845-5820. Clerks/Sorters. Postal positions. Clerks and sorters. No experience required. Benefits. For exam, salary and testing information call 1-630906-5570 ext. 5052 8am8pm Clinician ll/Child Specialist Full-time position in Culpeper and Madison. Provide mental health assessment and shirt term treatment to children, adolescents in outpatient and/or emergency settings. Master's degree in social work, psychology, professional counselling or related field, and experience in community health setting. Hiring range: $25,^84$28,743.00/yr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 1/24/97 to: Human Resources RappahannockRapidan CSB 410 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 227Q1 540-825-3100 eeo/aA Minorities are encouraged to apply. Driver needed ' for UtilityMaster Truck to deliver merchandise to branch stores 2 days per week. Must be able to lift heavy boxes. Must have “clean” driving record. Please apply in person with copy of current driving record: Dominion Saddlery 43717 John Mosby Hwy. Chantilly, VA 20152. 703*327*4591 Dr I vara “Run with the best ‘Great benefits ‘Miles ‘Rider program ‘You need 1 yr. OTR experience and CDL-A ECall 1-800-727-4374 ‘Dallas Carriers *EOE. Drivers exp, O/O. Recent school grads. Builders Transport is now hiring in your area for our van, flatbed & dedicated fleets. Call today: 800762-1819. Drivers experienced & inexperienced. North American Van Lines has owner operator openings in their relocation services division. Tuition-free training! Tractor purchase programs, no trailer maintenance expenses, pay for performance plans and much more! 1800-348-2147 dept. A-38. Tributes IN LOVING MEMORY OF MOTHER, Ruth Andies Rankin January 19* 1995. Make me to hear ioy and gladness that the bones, which thou hast broken may rejoice. Psalm 51:8. Sidney, Jessie, James, and her grandchildren. Job update Mid-Week Edition Driver*- Morgan Transportation has an immediate need in our towaway fleet for owner operators with tandem tractors. Great loaded mile %. Non forced dispatch. Drop & hook. Paid tolls/permits. Liability/cargo insurance furnished. Settlements by the trip, call 800-3817709, Dept. 524. Morgan Drive Away, Inc. Drivers- New pay package along with everything efse we offer makes Epes Transport System a cut above the rest. "Start 31C/mile (includes 3c bonus) "Home every weekend "No touch freight "Conventional equipment "Satellite comm. "Paid benefits. If you have 2 years recent OTR exp. & Eood MVR contact 1-80048-6766 to join the Epes Team. Proud past, progressive future. Drivers- OTR advanced distribution system. $1,000 sign-on bonus limited openings for flatbed drivers. Phone apps approved in 2 hoursl 800-646-3438, Ext. 1015. Owner-operators welcome. Drivers-excellent pay. Up to 2.5c/mile quarterly bonuses! Pay for experience. Benefits. Assigned equipment you take home. 22, CDL ‘A.’ 7 days, 1-800-633-0550 Ext. EF-4. Driverssolo/teams/owner operators. Teams-$100K+, $2K sign-on! Trainers$70K! Top owner operator program. Conventionals/coast-to-coast! Bonuses, benefits. Covenant Transport (experienced) 1-800-441-4394, ext. SB-46, (graduates) 1-800-338-6428, ext.SB46. Weekend recruiters. Drivers: Start at 2732c/mile. raises to 36$/mile. Home every 912 days with assigned tractor. Medical/Dental/Retirement. $1000 tarp and quarterly, safety bonus. Hornady Truck Line 1-800-343-7989 ext. SW-4, Earn $355/daily before lunch in the mail everyday, using your answering machine. P/T, easy! Call my free amazing recording for details, 1800-510-9164 Ext. 1738. FARM HELP Evening sht. Middleburg area horse farm. ' Hours available are: 2-1 Opm & 6-10pm, Tues - Fri. Weekend hours also available. Please call: 540-687-5255 540-687-5853 Graphic design-custom sign mfg. seeking skilled individual w/CAD exper. for working position. Send confidential resume to P.O. Box 1307, Chester, VA 23831. Homeworkers wanted! 1000 envelopes=$4,000. Receive $4 for every envelope you stuff with our sales materials for free info. Call 24 hour recording (310)851-3900 Dept.R-1 Human Resources Assistant #7071-01 Full-time position providing. technical, staff assistant and clerical support to Human Resources Director. Prepares payroll transactions. Provides employment & benefit information to applicants. Updates confidential files. Excellent communication, work processing and organizational skills required. Personnel experience preferred. Heavy volume/ high visibility position. Hiring range: $8.22$9.24/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 1/24/97, to: Human Resources, RappahannockRapidan CSB, 401 South Main St., Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA MACHINIST Setting up and operating CNC vertical machining centers. Job shop. Benefits. Kelmar, Inc. P.O. Box 60 Midland, VA 22728 540-439-8952 RESIDENT ACCOUNTANT Charming, historic Virginia inn looking for a resident accountant. Accounting background required with experience in accts. rec., accts. pay., credit cards and bank reconciliation. Duties include all processes up to financial statement preparation. Computer skills necessary. Hotel experience preferred. Competitive benefits and salary. Send resume to: GM. Wayside Inn, 7783 Main St., Middletown, VA 22645. MR/ Residential Counselor II #7028-03, #7073-01 Full-time positions at agency group homes in Culpeper & Warrenton for developmentally disabled adults. Requires knowledge of behavioral programming & skill with adult consumers with mental retardation. Day, evening, & weekend hrs Associates degree in human services or equivalent experience. Hiring range: $19,324.50$21,723/yr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 1/24/97, to: Human Resources RappahannockRapidan CSB 401 S. Main St. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA Minorities are encouraged to apply. RETAIL: Energetic person sought as Warehouse/ Shipping & Receiving Clerk by multi-store retail company in the equestrian industry. Computer skills needed. Send resume to Mrs. Taylor, 43717 John Mosby Highway, Chantilly, VA 20152, or fax to 703-3276508 Shipping/ Receiving/ Warehouseman Needed. Entiy level position offering potential advancement based on performance. Multi-store retail. Send resume to: Mrs. Taylor, 43717 John Mosby Highway, Chantilly, VA 20152 or fax to: 703-327-6508 STOCK-CLERK position available parttime and/or full-time. Perfect for students. Must be able to lift heavy boxes and unload truck shipments. Apply in person: Dominion Saddlery 43717 John Mosby Hwy. Chantilly, VA 20152. 703-327-4591 Substance Abuse Technician # 7066-01/87067-01 On-call position to monitor consumer activities & ensure consumer safety in Boxwood facility. Experience in human services. Salary: $8.22/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 1/24/97, to: Human Resources RappahannockRappldan CSB 410 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEQ/AA Substance Abuse Technician #7039-02 Monitor consumer activities & ensure consumer safety in Culpeper facility. Experience in human services. Hours: 8:00 am4:00 pm every other Sunday. Rate: $8.22/ hr. apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 01/24/97 to: Human Resources, RappahannockRapidan CSB, 401 South Main St. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA Substance Abuse Technician #7068-01 Monitor consumer activities & ensure consumer safety in Culpeper facility. Experience in human services. Hours: 4:00 pm8:00 pm every Friday. Rate: $8.22/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 Noon, 1/24/97 to: Human Resources, RappahannockRapidan CSB 401 South Main St Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA Webring employers and seekers Transit Operator #7072-01 Full-time, part-time A on-call positions. Must possess good driving record & skills. Ability to interact with consumers from aging, mental health A mental retardation programs. Ability to transport consumers in agency vehicles. DMV A criminal history record checks required. Position subject to drug A alcohol testing. Hiring range: $6.20-$6.97/hr. Oncall rate: $6.20/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 1/24/97 to: Human Resources RappahannockRapidan CSB 401 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA VACATION RELIEF The Keebler/Sunshine Co. in Manassas, VA is in need of a person to merchandise product, build displays & write orders in major grocery chains. This is not a sales position. Travel required in the Northern VA and surrounding areas. Reliable transportation a must. $350 per week; $0.25 per mile. Apply in person, Monday, January 20th, between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm. Call 800426-5193 for directions to our facility. VINEYARD Mature, articulate person wanted for winery tours, tastings & sales for FT weekends. Must be over 21. Knowledge of wine not necessary but an interest In wine and/or fine cuisine important. References required. Call: Linden Vineyards 5*0-364-1937 We pay you. $2,340.00 monthly to process 60 standard registrations a week tor us part time at home. For free instructions call 303-922-0098. 101 Legal Notice* Public .Notice Notice of Default and Entry of Default Judgment: Be it known and Remembered by All to Whom These Presents Come and May Concern: This public notice is posted for purposes of Edification and imputing Knowledge to Christ's church, and to ail the World, Declareth and Witnesseth that: Notice of Default Judgment is hereby given, and the same was entered in favor of the Demandant on the thirteenth day of the first month, nineteen hundred ninety-seven} Anno Domini, in the matter of Rappahannock county, Virginia, superior court case #R-222-480927, notice of same having been Lawfully served upon Defendant Danny M. Payne. Therefore, this matter is abated and all proceedings in litigation are at an end. Any further action by said Defendant in this matter, will establish evidence of Trespass on Case. 1-15-97 *19090 Public Notice Notice of Default and Entry of Default Judgment: Be it known and Remembered by All to Whom These Presents Come and May Concprn: This public notice is posted for purposes of Edification and imputing Knowledge to Christ's church, and to all the World, Dedareth and Witnesseth that: Notice of Default Judgment is hereby given, and the same was entered in favor of the Demandant on the thirteenth day of the first month, nineteen hundred ninety-seven, Anno Domini, in the matter of Rappahannock county, Virginia, superior court case #R-222-480928, notice of same having been Lawfully served upon Defendant Danny M. Payne. Therefore, this matter is abated and all proceedings in litigation are at an end. Any further action by said Defendant in this matter, will establish evidence of Trespass on Case. 1-15-97 *19089 Public Notice Notice of Default and Entry of Default Judgment: Be it known and Remembered by All to Whom These Presents Come and May Concern: This public notice is posted for purposes of Edification and imputing Knowledge to Chnst's church, and to all the World, Dedareth and Witnesseth that: Notice of Default Judgment is hereby given, and the same was entered in favor of the Demandant on the thirteenth day of the first month, nineteen hundred ninety-seven. Anno Domini, in the matter of Rappahannock county, Virginia, superior court case *R-222-480926, notice of same having been Lawfully servedj upon uerenaant Danny M. Payne. Therefore, this matter is abated and all proceedings in litigation are at an end. Any further action by said Defendant in this matter, will establish evidence of Trespass on Case. 1-15-97 *19091 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S SALE VALUABLE IMPROVED REAL ESTATE TRACT 1 CONTAINING 79.868 ACRES AND TRACT 2 CONTAINING 0.363 ACRE LESS AND EXCEPT FIVE ACRES AND ROADWAY IN PIEDMONT MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA IMPROVED BY A RESIDENCE AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS In Execution of a Deed of Trust executed by Raymond J. Rubinchak and Susan Eaton Rubinchak dated the 28th day of December, 1976, recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of the County of Rappahannock, Virginia, in Deed Book 120, Page 715, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction on February 7, 1997 at 12:00 Noon Local Time at the front steps of the Circuit Court House, Rappahannock County, Virginia, the following: all those certain tracts or parcels of land situated, lying and being in Piedmont Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, and more particularly described as follows: Tract 1 containing 79.868 and Tract 2 containing 0.363 acre as the same are more particularly described by metes and bounds in the aforesaid deed of trust recorded in Deed Book 120, page 715 less and excepting therefrom 5.00 acres and the non-exclusive right to use a roadway, as is more accurately and completely described in a deed of partial release recorded in Deed Book 124, page 264. The street addresses of the property are 59 Mountain High Farm Lane, Sperryville, Virginia 22740 and 60 Mountain High Farm Lane, Sperryville, Virginia 22740. The property is improved by a residence and other valuable improvements. THE PROPERTY AND IMPROVEMENTS ARE SOLD AND WILL BE CONVEYED “AS IS”, WITHOUT WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. EXCEPTING ONLY THE TRUSTEE S SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED. The sale of this property is subject to any easement, restrictions and matters which may be of record including the right of way agreement in Deed Book 145, page 689, any unfiled or unrecorded mechanic's liens, all liens which may affect the property, and the rights, if any, of any parties in possession. Obtaining possession of the property shall be the responsibility of the purchaser. TERMS OF SALE: Cash with a successful bidder’s deposit of 10% of the sales price in cash or certified check or such other funds as may be acceptable to the substitute trustee at time of sale and balance upon tender of Special Warranty Deed, settlement to be held on or before February 28, 1997, at 11:00 a.m., time being of the essence, in the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office of Rappahannock County, Virginia. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right: (1) to waive the deposit requirement, (ii) to approve the creditworthiness of any bidder; (iii) to , withdraw the property from sale at any time pnor to the termination of the bidding; (iv) to keep the bidding open fqr any length of time; (v) to postpone the sale one or more times as he may deem advisable; and (vi) to require a cash bidders deposit of 10% of the sales price before any bid is received. In the event the purchaser should fail to complete his purchase as set forth above, the deposit shall be retained by the Substitute Trustee and applied to the costs and expenses of the sale and the balance, if any, to be retained by the Substitute Trustee as compensation for said sale. Examination of title, conveyancing, and recording fees shall be at the expense of the purchaser. Purchaser shall assume any unpaid taxes for the current year subsequent to the date of auction. John C. Bennett, Substitute Trustee FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: John C. Bennett, Substitute Trustee Attorney at Law The Hill House 306 N. West Street Culpeper, Virginia 22701 (703) 825-3838 1-15,1-22, 1-29, 2-5-97 •19351 William Hawkins William Franklin Hawkins, 72, of Luray, died on Friday, Jan. 3 at Page Memorial Hospital. He was bom on Dec. 4, 1924, in Rock Mills, Va„ and was a son of Sallie Nauman Hawkins of Culpeper and the late Raymond Franklin Hawkins. Mr. Hawkins was an Army veteran of World War II and a member of the Luray Christian Church. He belonged to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 621 and Local Union 669 for 29 years. He had been employed at Grinnell Automatic Sprinkler for 29 years. On June 3, 1949, he married the former Rita Short, who survives. Surviving in addition to his mother and wife are three brothers, the Rev. Paul D. Hawkins of Virginia Beach, Pastor Edward L. Hawkins of Elizabeth City, N.C., and Marvin Lewis Hawkins of Culpeper and on^ sister, Thelma R. Hawkins of Culpeper. Funeral services were conducted on Monday, Jan. 6 at the Bradley Funeral Home by the Rev. John J. Koehler. Burial was in Mount Zion Cemetery in Luray. Mary Fincham Mary Blanche Fincham, 78, of Sperryville, formerly of Slate Mills, died on Sunday, Jan. 12 at the Culpeper Memorial Hospital. She was born in Madison County on March 13, 1918. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her father, Rannie Fincham; her mother, Blanche Richards Fincham and her husband, Raymond Fincham. She is survived by two daughters, Peggy Fincham and Arlene Cave and a son-in-law, Glenn Cave, all of Sperryville; a brother, John H. Fincham of Culpeper; a sister, Virgie Stultz of Culpeper; a granddaughter, Tony Cave of Newport News and a number of nieces and nephews. Sh^ was predeceased in death by three sisters, Dolly Lamb, Annie Ruth Fincham and Eva Snyder. Graveside services were held on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. John K. Burke officiating. Pallbearers were Paul Fincham, Joe Lee Fincham, James' Robert Fincham, Billy Meredith and Bemie Jenkins. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Clore-Geest Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. 0 Mary Slaughter Mary Ashby Slaughter, 88, died on Tuesday, Dec. 31 at her residence in Alexandria. She was bom in Rappahannock County. She is survived by three nieces, Mary S. Collins, Anne S. McWhorter and Sue S. Howie and one nephew, Dr. Kenneth R. Simpson, Jr. Graveside services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Quantico National Cemetery in Triangle. Memorial contributions may be made to UNA Community Hospice, 2775 South Quincy Street, Suite #260, Arlington, Va. 22206-2204. Everly-Wheatley Funeral Home in Alexandria was in charge of the arrangements. Tracy Holmes Tracy D. Holmes, 31, of Culpeper, died-on Sunday, Jan. 5 at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. She was born in Hillsboro, Loudoun County on June 28, 1965. She was employed as a cook at the Aberdeen Bam in Culpeper. Survivors include her husband, Eugene H. Homes Sr. of Culpeper; one. son, Eugene H. Holmes Jr.; her parents, Drew and Bernadette Gaskins of Hillsboro; two brothers, Wayde Gaskins of Hillsboro and William Gaskins of Front Royal; one sister, Angelque Gaskins of Hillsboro; her grandmother, Louise Lassiter of Leesburg; one godson, Jarvis Hutchinson of Culpeper and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear and devoted friends. Funeral services were held on Friday, Jan. 10 at Joynes Funeral Home Inc. in Warrepton with the Rev. Hugh R. Wilson officiating. Interment was at Rock Hill Cemetery in Bluemont. St. Luke's To Host Annual Open House St. Luke's Lutheran School will hold its annual Open House, Jan. 46 (weather date: Jan. 23) from 7 until 9 p.m. St. Luke's offers classes from preschool through ninth grade and resources in art. music, Spanish, computer, library and a diverse winter sports program. The Open House will« begin at 7 in the gym (located in the Intermediate Building). Tours will begin in the Elementary and Intermediate buildings at 7:15 p.m. Parents and students are our tour guides so this is an excellent opportunity to bring that long list of questions. The public is invited and all are welcome. On Thursday, Jan. 16 at 1:30 p.m., the Art Department has the privilege of hosting nationally known portrait artists and illustrator, Ned Bittinger, for a wonderfully fact-filled program. Mr. Bittinger has recently become a resident of Rappahannock County, and is using his new studio to not only do portraits of both well-known and local people, but he has just finished the illustrations for The Blue and the Gray. This book, just released, is a Civil War tale set locally and using local residents as models in the book...including St. Luke's student, Adam Washington. Mr. Bittinger is at work on another book and will share with the audience the steps involved in putting it together. The program is open to the public and will be held in the gymnasium at the St. Luke's Intermediate School from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The book will also be available for Mr. Bittinger to sign. St. Luke's Physical Education Program began their annual winter sports program on Wednesday, Jan. 15 and continuing every Wednesday until Feb. 19. Flint Hill News Notes Jim and Sandy Todd of Georgetown, S.C. spent a few days with her sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Jack Curtis. Jim Curtis of Linden visited his parents and their houseguests on Sunday. Michael Vest and Johnny Vest of Virginia Beach were Wednesday overnight guests of Mrs. Christine Vest. Mrs. Ethel Nicholson spent a few days with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Elvis Nicholson in Front Royal. Charles Hickerson was transported from Warren Memorial Hospital to Oak Springs Nursing Home at Warrenton on Friday. Mrs. Hickerson along with family and friends visit By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 him daily.. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have worship service at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19. The public is invited to attend. CLORE-GEEST FUNERAL HOME * 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 1-800-924-1266 A. Wayne English, John Noon Western, Kyle Morgan Gibbs • Funeral Directors Christopher C. Geest, Consultant

Woodville Residents Entertain •o Mr. and Mrs: Ray Grizzle of Fredericksburg were Tuesday evening dinner guests qf Mr. and Mrs. Emory Conners. Curtis Crawford and daughter. Katherine of Flint Hill, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Crawford, Charles Ray and mm By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 \ ^ .. ■ ^ Elizabeth of Sperryville, Mrs. Lillian Sykes, Brad Sykes and children, Michael and Thomas of Culpeper visited with Mrs. Audra Crawford during the week. Mrs. Irina Campbell of Albuquerque, New Mexico is visiting Rev. and Mrs. L. Starke Jones. Mrs. Charlotte Trout of Culpeper and Mrs. June Clark were recent visitors of the Misses Elsie and Margaret Dodson in Flint' Hill and Mrs. Mary Helen Atkins at the Sunny Slope Home for Adults. Word has been received of the death of Mrs. Irma Lowman who passed away on Jan. 3. She was the wife of Asher Lowman. They were residents of Woodville and Arlington. Viewtown Highlights Ms. Susan Weaver of Culpeper was a weekend guest of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Dodson. Birthday wishes are extended to Joan Reid who will celebrate her day ( on Thursday, Jan. 16 and also to Billy By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 R. Dodson who will celebrate his day on Monday, Jan. 20. Sympathy is extended to the Washington family on the passing of James Washington and also to the Hitt, Knighting and Weakley families on the passing of Mrs. Annie Weakley. Phil Estes is recuperating at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville after recent surgery. Prayer goes out to Mr. Buddy Grig§by who has been very ill. Mrs. Barbara Settle and Mrs. Aloha Hitt were Tuesday guests of Mrs. Becky Gore in Warrenton. Have a great week! Retired Teachers To Have Day Thanks to the efforts of Delegate Tom Jackson and Ruth S. Andrews, President of the Virginia Retired Teachers' Association, retired teachers will be honored each year with their own special day. House Joint Resolution No. 355 designates January 31 of each year as Retired Teachers' Day in Virginia, beginning in 1997. The Resolution passed both the House and Senate unanimously. Andrews said, "We are very grateful to Delegate Jackson for sponsoring this resolution and for all his help in getting it passed. When I first approached him concerning this idea, he agreed to help without any hesitation." Delegate Jackson said, "Ruth had a good idea, and I was glad to help. If anyone deserves a day, it is retired teachers. I truly enjoy working with them." The VRTA plans to use this day as their statewide Lobby Day in Richmond. Andrews reports that plans for the day have been finalized and she hopes that each district in the state will be well represented. For more information on Retired Teachers Day call Dorothy Butler at 987-8339. Real Estate Directory f Real Estate Transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently at the Rappahannock Clerk's Office. Gerald R. Yeager and other to Cooper L. Wright and wife, lot six, section two and lot seven, section two, Jackson District. $76,000. Emerson B. Bennett and other to Gregory A. Clark, .73907 acre. Stonewall District. $7,000. Charles H. Foster and wife to James E. Yates III, 1.009 acres more or less, Wakefield District. $150,000. James P. Jamieson and wife to Leslie Jamieson Sharp and others, 2.83 percent interest each in 113.28 acres. Piedmont District. Deed of Gift. Linda R. Dietel and husband to John Frederick Dietel, 4.715 percent undivided interest in 141.4748 acres, Wakefield District. Deed of Gift. Linda R. Dietel and husband to Cynthia Dietel Krieger, 4.715 percent undivided interest in 141.4748 acres, Wakefield District. Deed of Gift. > Linda R. Dietel and husband to Lisa Remingtcki Dietel, 4.715 percent RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY Heart of Old Dominion Hunt Country Two 25 acre parcels on protected land. Beautiful views. Lovely housesites. 70 miles from D.C. 540-636-9388 undivided interest in 141.4748 acres. Wakefield District. Deed of Gift. Linda R. Dietel and husband to Victoria Dietel-Hopps, 4.715 percent undivided interest in 141.4748 acres. Wakefield District. Deed of Gift. Linda R. Dietel and husband to Elizabeth L. Dietel, 4.715 percent undivided interest in 141.4748 acres, Wakefield District. Deed of Gift. On The Hughes River Near Old Rag Mountain: Cedar Ranch Style home on 3 acres with mountain views & large shade trees. Terrific hiking, riding + trout fishing in the river! Modern house has 2 large BRs, 2 BAs, open floor plan + formal dining room. Stable, equipment shed & shop add dimension. $140,000 Real Estate III 291 -A Gay Street Washington, Virginia (640) 676-1373 Mitzie Young, GRI (540) 675-3555 Rick Kohler, Broker (540) 937-6146 577 MAIN STREET, WASHINGTON New to the market! Classic 1930 light filled home with big front porch, large backyard and mountain views. Special features include heart pine trim, wood floors, plaster walls and great windows. 3 bedrooms/2 baths. 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Excellent road to property, with cleared site for private retreat, well, small pond, and private rightof-way to site. Has a one mi. private drive past four beautiful homes already on rightof-way. $195,000 25 acres or expand to 37 ac. of beautiful pastures on open tract with three ac. lake and island, litis has exceptional views of surrounding Blue Ridge Mts. This property includes well with mountain water at 100 gal. a minute. Ideal tract for mini farm, or vineyard. Offered for $175,000 for 25 acres, or include additional acreage for total $265,000. 45 acres on a high mountain tract with excellent road,well, and pond. Beautiful views from this 1700' high ridge overlooking the valley. Outstanding acreage for secluded retreat $225,000 176 acres of farmland that includes open meadows that are 80% fenced with stone fences and board fencing. Full panoramic views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. This parcel has a road to the building site. It includes four ponds and the Covington River flowing through it ample road frontage on SR #622. Ideal for horses or small cattle farm. $765,000 These tracts of land are located in beautiful Rappahannock County between Washington, Virginia ana Sperryville, Virginia, six miles from the Skyline Drive and thirty miles westoi Warrenton, Virginia. This is 70 miles west of Washington, D.C. For additional information call: R.O. Bridges, Owner/Broker (0)540-987-8781 or (H)540-9873337, (FAX) 540-987-9036. Pretty home, pretty lot, pretty mountain views and an excellent price. This home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and frontage on US 211. There are many unique features in this home. Come see for yourself. $118,500 Ask for Don Keithley (540) 347-1144 or (540) 675-3431 REALTY HOUSE _ & ASSOCIATES |U I 145 Sullivan Street» Warrenton | Sperryville Realty SPERRYVILLE EMPORIUM James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Rt. 211 - west of Sperryville, small gift shop • fruit stand complex, 1.5 acres. $40,000 TWO 25-ACRE - wooded tracts, stream, elevated building sites, convenient to Rt. 211. Your choice at $89,000 each. BOSTON AREA - 3.2-acre open & wooded lot on deeded right-of-way. $22,000 James W. Leake 987-8236 Bud Corder John Eubank 675-3291 987-8146 1st Land Land Land Rappahannock County • 5.9 Acres, Harris Hollow $59,000 •18 Acres, Huntly, wooded and open $89,900 • Two 25 Acre parcels in Amissville $87,000 8c $105,000 • Five 50 Acre parcels, Jenkins Mt. $125,000 - $213,640 • 260.8 Acres, Jenkins Mountain $650,000 The Buyer's Agency, Inc. Washington, VA 22747 Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 Scenic Rappahannock CqONTY ; Something Olde and Something New. . . 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