Rappahannock News, January 29, 1997

9th Year, No.5 12 Pages Member Audit Bureau of Circulation WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 1997 Washington, Virginia Phone 675-3338 50 Cents New Firefighters r • Students in the fire science class at Piedmont Tech were tested last Friday on their handling of hazardous materials. In this scene students have just rescued a 'patient* foi Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan lowing a spill. Instructor Bill Frye (second from left) demonstreates the correct way to strap a patient to the back board. See story and photos on Page B-l. Water Problems Plague Schools Parent Barred from RCES By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer The loss of water at the elementary school Tuesday led to an unpleasant incident at the school Friday, which resulted in a parent being barred from school property. / Late in the late morning of Tuesday, Jan. 21, the school lost water pressure. Bottled water was brought into the cafeteria. Two buses were brought into service to take elementary school students to the high school to use the bathrooms. The cafeteria switched to foam trays and disposable utensils. Since school authorities did not know when water would be restored, elementary school students were told they might want to bring bottled water to school Wednesday, but no note explaining the situation was sent home. By Wednesday water pressure was restored, and students were allowed to use the bathrooms, but the school continued to use bottled water for drinking. Superintendent David Gangel explained that whenever the system is drained, such as happens when pressure is lost, sediments on the bottom of tanks are stirred up, and the water comes out discolored. A note explaining the situation was sent home Wednesday evening. Dr. Gangel said in retrospect he wishes he had sent a letter home Tuesday, but the situation was unclear and he waited until he had more definite information. Anita Pumphrey said she has two children at the elementary school, a daughter and a nephew. She said they complained of sleeplessness, leg and stomach cramps, and nausea. She attributes that to their not being allowed to use the restrooms. When she called to complain and get more information, she said she was referred from one person to another without getting any answers, and she found out that last fall the water tested positive for fecal col; iform bacteria, and said parents were not informed about that either. On Friday, she appeared at the elementary school and made threatening • statements to Principal Raye Tupper. She moved down the road to the . School Board office and threatened Dr. Gangel. He said the Sheriffs Office was called. Mrs. Pumphrey left; but Dr. Gangel said the school system is having her barred from school property because her behavior was frightening to children. Captain Jeff Brown of the Sheriffs Office confirmed that Mrs. Pumphrey has been barred from school property. He said further that the incident last See Water, Page A-6 - Beef Producers Struggle With Low Feeder Calf Prices By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer For the past two years Rappahannock beef producers have been trying to survive low jrices for feeder cattle. Now their situation nay be improving. Mike Massie (Said three things brought on he drop in prices feeing paid for feeder cattle — record supplies, a disaster to the com crop hat increased the price of com to $5 per jushel, and NAFTA. Mr. Massie switched from a Stocker feeding jrogram to a cow-calf operation, but he said a lesire to cut down on the time he spent traveling yaj the reason for that, not a change in the marcel? and he said the cow-calf operation is "just a lifferent way of doing the same thing." He said prices could probably have sur vived any one of these "adverse effects,” but the combination was "three times as bad.” The high grain prices meant those who buy cattle to feed for the slaughterhouse had to cut down on what they paid so they could still make a profit feeding $5 com. NAFTA added to the heavy supply of feeder cattle, he said, as feeder cattle were imported from Mexico and Canada. "The idea was we could take the increase in feeder cattle, because Mexico would be developing a middle class with a taste for finished American beef, but that middle class hasn't developed yet, and that has had an adverse effect." He said farmers have been "hunkering down" trying to survive the low prices. At the Fauquier Livestock Exchange calves sold in 1996 for the same price they were bringing in 1977. "How 7 see the declining price of beef cattle as the number one threat to Rappahannock County/ —- Mike Massie many people would want to work for 1977 wages?" he asked. He said as a result people are starting to sell their cows, as well as their calves, and that will mean fewer calves next year. On the other hand some are keeping back heifer calves for replacement cows because they are bringing so little on the feeder market. That will eventually mean the supplies are built back up. Mr. Massie said he is considering keeping back some of his heifers. "It's hard to know whether to get smaller or get bigger," he said. Mr. Massie says, "I sure hope it gets better. I see the declining price of beef cattle as the number one threat to Rappahannock County. If people can make money raising cattle, there is not near the pressure to subdivide the land." He notes that the drop in prices followed years when prices were very good, when farmers were able to purchase new equipment, build new fences and expand their herds. He notes prices of nearly $1 per pound lasted several years. "I don't think that was a fluke; I think it's a sustainable price," he said. He's counting on prices returning to that level. For that to happen beef producers need a couple of years with record com crops to bring down the price of feed, an expanding economy and an increase in exports of American beef, - he said. * Mr. Massie worries that the Agricultural Stewardship Act.could threaten all of that. "If the government says the farmer has to fence the cattle out of streams, that could be the end of the cattle business. They are doing that in the name of the environment, but that is not according to nature," he said. He notes that the problem with that fencing is not just its cost. It would make it difficult to move cattle from one field to another or to the See Beef, Page A-fi^r * * s+' Old Rag Bulletins / Assembly Hotline The clerks of the House of Delegates and - State Senate have have again provided a toll; free hotline for constituents to express their opinions on matters before the General Assembly during the session. The number is . (800) 889-0229. Operators will receive calls from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day the legislature is in session through Feb. 22. ::: School Information ‘ Information on school closings or 11 changes in the high school athletic schedule caused by winter weather is available on < voice mail by calling 987-9316. Government At A Glance • Board of Supervisors, 2 and 7 p.m., -vMonday, Feb. 3, Courthouse. Rappahannock Newt P O. Box 59 W aching (on. Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Library Board Approves Budget, Driveway Specs The Library Board approved specifications for paving the driveway and parking areas and a budget for the coming year at their January meeting last Thursday. The board has a promise of up to $20,000 for the paving project from the Friends of the Rappahannock Library. There is also some money in a building fund that could go to this project. The specs call for bids for the paving to be received by Feb. 24. The Library Board is hoping to have the work done in March or April. The board approved a budget for next year of $96,673, up $2,944 from the current budget. The budget requests an additional $1,670 from the county. It is based on an additional increase of $1,600 from the endowment fund. State revenue is projected to decrease $326. Most of the increase would go to salary increases of three percent for three employees and six percent for the director. Board president Roberta Anderson explained this will bring the library director’s salary to just over $25,000 per year, which is still slightly less than the county pays a new teacher with a masters degree. Mrs. Anderson, vice president Frank Warner, treasurer Helen Platt and secretary John Hartline were reelected unanimously. Librarian David Shafer reported that work continues on unscrambling the subject entries for the library’s collection. Following a computer crash all the subject entries were mixed up. Board member John McCarthy said he will miss the confusion. "I rather enjoyed the Zen search process,” he said. "You could enter turtle' and get ’camel' and wonder why 'camel' was in there.” Mr. Shafer said that the computer used at the circulation desk should be replaced. He will have a report on what is needed for the February meeting. He said the Friends organization may be willing to pay for the new computer. — By SHARON KILPATRICK Zinn-Day Has 4-H Experience By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer Hazel-Zinn Day has been involved in 4-H programs nearly all her life. She was recently hired as the Extension Technician for 4-H Youth, a part-time position in the county Extension Office, coordinating 4-H projects as Helen Smith did before she left her job here last faN. Mrs. Zinn-Day was in 4-H throughout her youth, and later on she helped with fund-raising for the 4-H Center in Front Royal. She has been volunteering with 4-H programs in Rappahannock since 1986 and started the Cloverbud group here. Cloverbuds are non-competitive 4-Hers aged 5 to 8, and her two daughters have been very active in the group. Mrs. Zinn-Day is also an All-Star, which is the highest honor in 4-H. All-Stars even have a secret handshake. Mrs. Zinn-Day is very enthusiastic about the new position which gets her even more involved in 4-H programs than she previously was. She is looking forward to 4-H camps, and said "I love camp. There is nothing better than 4-H camp." Last week she was reminiscing about the 4-H camp that she attended in Appomattox as a child and compared that camp to the one her campers now attend in Front Royal. The new one has air-conditioning See Zinn-Day, Page A-6 Hazel Zinn-Day

. The following cases weqj heard in the General District Court on Tuesday, Jan. 21, and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Cecil John P. Bussett, reckless driving, 57/25, $100/39, defective equipment, $30/2, seat belt violation, $25. Thomas Alan Clifford, defective equipment, $30/29. Shawn McKenzie Clotworth, reckless driving, 78/55, continued to Feb. 18. John Kevle Cloud, 65/55, $30/39, seat belt violation, $2, no operator's license in possession, $10/39. Alan Maurice Colburn, reckless driving, 76/55, reduced to 64/55, sent to driver's improvement class, continued to March 18, $29 cost. Denny Lee Dennis, reckless driving, 77/55, $100/39. Gregory A;;em Dowell, fail to drive right of center, $50/39, seat belt violation, $25. Eric Michael Evans, 68/55, $39/39. Matthew David Forrest, no state inspection, $25/29. Gregory alien Foster, 66/55, $33/39, seat belt violation, $25. David Lee Franklin, defective equipment, $35/39, seat belt violation, $25. John Thomas Glass Sr., no registration in possession, complied with law, seat belt violation, $25, child safety violation, $50. Thomas Michael Goodwin, defective equipment, $30/29. David John J3rugg, 66/55, $33/39, insufficent tire tread, $35/2. John William Guyant, defective equipment, $30/29. Brandy Marie Hitt, 67/55, $36/29. Deena Marie Hitt, 71/55, $48/39. Daniel Orrie Holster, 68/55, $39/39, seat belt violation, $25. William Keith Houston, disregard stop sign, continued to Aug. 5, $29 cost, seat belt violation, $25. Jack Van Hudson, seat belt violation, $25. Valerie Anne Klyman-Clark, no operator's licenses, $35/39, seat belt violation, $25. Kenneth Gene Mauk, 67/55, $36/29, no seat belt, $25. Robert Allan Mewhinney, defective equipment, $35/39. Steven Alan Pearl, 74/55, $57/39. Matthew Walton Peters, seat belt violation, $25. Celia Garcia Pugh, reckless dri ving, 78/55, reduced to 74/55, $57/29. John Porterfield Pulman, 72/55, $51/29. Jeffrey Michael Rash, 70/55, $45/39, seat belt violation, $25. Thomas Jack Rice, seat belt violation, $25. Arthur Rinehimer, 68/55, $39/29, seat belt violation, $25. David Norbert Schneider, 68/55, $37/29. John W. Sentell, 68/55, $37/29. Gregory C. Thompson, 66/55, $33/39. Linda Jean Tolman, 74/55, $57/29. Jennifer L. Walk, 66/55, $33/39, seat belt violation, $25. George Michael White, defective equipment, seat belt violation, continued to Feb. 18. Roger Allen Will, 67/55, $36/39. 'Village' Planned for Clevenger's Corner By JOHN TOLER Times Newspapers Staff Writer As part of their development planning, the owners of a 125-acre tract of land at the intersection of U.S. 211 and Route 229 in Culpeper County . will hold three public meetings to * solicit resident input. EFO Management, Inc., of Washington, D.C., mailed more than 1,400 invitations for the first meeting, scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the Jeffersonton Community Center. Preliminary plans for the property call for 200 housing units, mixed with commercial and‘retail properties, to create a "new village" called Clevenger's Comer. \ Among those invited to the Jan. 29 meeting are Culpeper County residents living near the project, county government officials and business leaders. Featured speaker for the evening will be Anne Tate, a partner in Abacus Architects and Planners, of Boston; she has extensive experience working Another Body Found in Park By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer Clothed, skeletal remains were found by a hiker in Shenandoah National Park last Sunday. The hiker reported the find to the Park on Monday, and said that he had been bushwhacking in the woods when he made the discovery. According to public information officer Mary Lowe, the remains were found in the Warren County section of the park, about 10 miles south of Front Royal and one mile from the Skyline Drive. She said that it was evident that the body had been there at least several-months and that it was not found noar a campsite or a trail. Because the matter is under investigation, officials are not disclosing the exact location of where the remains were found. An autopsy is being done at the Virginia State Medical Examiner's Office in Fairfax; it is unknown when the results will be available. The investigation is being conducted by Shenandoah National Park, the FBI and the Virginia State Police. A firearm theft was reported by a Washington resident this week. Virgil Payne of Route 684 in Washington discovered a Smith & Wesson revolver missing and reported it to the Sheriffs Office on Jan. 20. The gun is worth approximately $350, according to Major Rick MacWelch of the Sheriffs Office. There are no suspects. On Jan. 21 close to noon, a 17year-old female from Flint Hill was Rappahannock County Board of 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 and to make comment or to submit their written comments to the County Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, VA 22747. I Yes! Please enter my new subscription to ftappafyatinocfe iZetos Subscription rates bp mail: Rappahannock. .$19. Elsewhere in the U.S.$24, 00/yr. 00/yr. NAMECITY. -STATE_ZIP. I I ADDRESS. I J Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: , RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS, P.O. BOX 59, WASHINGTON, VA. 22747 I I This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 8t 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 21086 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communication, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $19.00 a year in Rappahannock; $24.00 elsewhere in U S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 2274T charged by Va. State Trooper S.M. Knick with following too closely following an accident at the intersection of U.S. 522 and Route 647 in Flint Hill. Douglas Ricketts, 42, of Flint Hill, was driving a 1979 Chevy pickup on U.S. 522 and was turning right onto Route 647 when the juvenile ran into the back of him with a Toyota station wagon. No injuries were reported. Mr. Ricketts's vehicle had $10 damage and the Toyota suffered $ 1500 damage. Last Friday about 4 p.m., Cynthia Cumins, 38, of Sperry ville, hit a patch of ice on Route 681, 1.5 mile north of Route 231, and ran off the road to the right and ran into a tree. She was not injured, but her 1991 Mitsubishi suffered $1000 damage. Trooper Woodard investigated the accident. with the "new village" concept. Similar meetings for residents of nearby Fauquier and Rappahannock counties will be held in the future. According to James R. Epstein, president of EFO Management, Inc. and principal for Clevenger’s Comer Development Partners, no more than 50 percent of the land will be developed, with the rest left in open space. "My family has owned this property for 17 years,” noted Epstein. "We are putting together a team of local experts to find out what people like about a village, and what makes these places work." The team currently includes Culpeper architect Michael Lysczek and Jim Carson, an engineer with Carson, Harris & Associates, of Warrenton. Legal representation is provided by John J. "Butch” Davies, of Davies & Barrell, PC, of Culpeper. Sharon Burke, a Warrenton real estate specialist, is assisting with marketing. The "new village" is being tried in other areas, including Kentlands, near G^thersburg, Md„ and Hay mount, a planned development along the Rappahannock River south of Fredericksburg. While EFO Management, Inc. has taken on major building projects in Los Angeles, Memphis, Tenn. and Washington, D.C., this is their first attempt to build a "village" from scratch. 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. M^ssie Robert P. Anderson Ronald L. Frazier 635-1758 987-8951 675-3537 987-8206 937-5983 Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan! New septic tanks were installed behind The Inn. The Inn Prepares To Expand > By CINDY MAHAN \ Rappahannock News Staff Writer People travelling through Washington and seeing construction activity lately wonder "What's happening at The Inn?" To make room for the expansion of The Inn's kitchen and addition of two rooms, two new septic tanks have been installed in between The Inn and the white house which is next to The Inn on Main Street. New electrical wires are being installed underground, running under Gay Street to The Inn. Also, new water lines have been put in Under Gay Street. The reason for that, said Laura Patton of The Inn,: is because there is less traffic on. Gay Street than Main Street, and it: is better not to have all that traffic running oyer water pipes underneath the street. In between the health department and The Inn's retail shop is a temporary staging area for con-; struction equipment and dirt which; was dug out to allow the septic tanks to be installed in the ground. According to Mrs. Patton, groundbreaking for the new construction is scheduled for 2 p.m.next Friday, Feb. 7. T County Emergency Log # The following calls were routed through the dispatch center during this past week: Jin. 20: 8:26 a.m., unconscious person, Route 626, Castleton, Castleton VFD and Washington VFD. Jan. 21: 9 a.m., hemorrhaging. Route 604, Boston, Sperry ville VRS. Jan. 23: 10:37 a.m., sickcall, U.S. 211, Sperry ville, Sperry ville VRS and Washington VFD; 2:13 p.m., injury from a fall. Route 688, Fauquier, Chester Gap VFD; 4:22 p.m., injury from a fall, Route 729, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD and Washington VFD. Jan. 24: 8:49 p.m., asthma attack, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD and Sperry ville VRS; 11:40 a.m., injury from a fall, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD and Sperry ville VRS. Jan. 25: 6:06 a.m., vehicle fire, Route 654, Washington, Washington VFD, Flint Hill VFD and Sperryville VFD. • The following calls came through the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office during this past week: Jan. 20: dog nuisance, U.S. 522, Woodville; felony theft/firearm, Route 684, Washington; civil problem, Main Street, Sperryville; citizen request assist. Route 638, Flint Hill; citizen request assist, Route 612, Sperryville; animal control/free text. Route 626, Castleton; info, gen.. Route 626, Castleton; suspicious incident, Route 612, Sperityville; civil problem. Route 231, Sperryville; communication abuse, Route 659, Flint Hill. Jan. 21: repossession of vehicle, U.S. 211, Washington; info, gen., Route 729, Castleton; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; felony theft, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; traffic accident. Town of Washington; lost/missing dog, Route 669, Amissville; suspicious incident. Route 637, Amissville. Jan. 22: info, gen., U.S. 211, Amissville; animal control/free text, Route 674, Washington; citizen request assist. Route 622, Washington. Jan. 23: simple assault. Skyway Lane, Chester Gap; conservation/animals, Route 621, Woodville; VIN inspection, U.S. 211, Washington; ani Advertisement Kohl’s builds 160 new jobs here. Value-priced department store chain to open a new store in Winchester this coming April. Kohl’s Department Stores, a leading retailer with more than 150 locations nationwide, is building job opportunities here. When the new Kohl’s stores open in April, department store shopping in Winchester will change forever. Kohl’s is a unique style of department store that offers name brand merchandise at exceptional value prices. In addition to everyday saving*, Kohl’s features weekly sales that drive its reasonable prices even lower. Shoppers can also receive special sales opportunities by opening a Kohl’s charge account and becoming a preferred customer. 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"Kohl's will be hiring 160 associates to flU a number of full- and part-time positions, including: Department Supervisors, Register Operators, Department Sales and Receiving Associates, Customer Sendee Representatives, Loss Prevention Experts, Housekeeping/Maintenance and Overnight Stock Team." mal control free text. Route 610, Chester Gap; public service, Route 619, Castleton; info, gen., Route 61S/6S0, Castleton; citizen request assist, U.S. 522, Huntly; reckless driving, U.S. 211, Washington; lost/missing dog, Route 621, Woodville. ! Jan. 24: suspicious incident, Rojjte 654, Washington; telephone harassment, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; public service, U.S. 211, Washington; public service, U.S. 211, Amissville; public service, U.S. 522, Huntly; found prop-' erty, Town of Washington; info, gen., U.S. 211, Washington; funeral escort, U.S. 522/211, Sperryville; public ^er; vice. Town of Washington; stray dog. Town of Washington; keep the peace, Route 636, Washington; traffic accident, Route 681, Sperryville; traffic accident, Route 637, Flint Hill; citizen request assist. Route 622, Washingtpn; residence. Route 647, Flint Hill; criminal trespass. Route 643, Amissville; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Sperryville. Jan. 25: public service. Route 6(54, Washington; simple assault, Route 619, Castleton; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Huntly; public service, Route 618, Woodville; residence, Route 647, Flint Hill; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; citizen request assist, U.S. 211, Sperryville. Jan. 26: public service, Route 667, Sperryville; residence, Route 647, Flint Hill; stray livestock/horses, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; civil problem, Route 612, Sperryville; civil problem, Town of Washington; info, gen.. Route 626/619, Castleton; info, gen., U.S. 211, Amissville; suspicious incident, U.S. 211, Washington; citizen request assist, U.S. 211, Amissville; citizen request assist, U.S. 211, Sperryville; info, gen., unknown. CpI. Rothrock In Med Marine Lance Cpl. James , H. Rothrock, son of Roselyn F. and Jarjies H. Rothrock IV of Castleton, is currently completing a six-month deployment to the Mediterranean Seas with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), embarked aboard the ships of the USS Saipan Amphibious Ready Group (ARG). Cpl. Rothrock, along with more then 2,000 Marines of the 24th MEU, departed their home base of Camp Lejeune, N.C., in June. The USS Saipan ARG includes the amphibious assault and flag ship USS Saipan, the amphibious transport dock ship USS; Austin and the dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall. '■ In July, the 24th MEU took part in multinational training for noncomt>atant evacuation, and humanitarian and maritime operations. The exercise, conducted in Romania, was designed to test inter-operability between NATO and partner nations' naval forces in conducting joint peacekeeping exercises. ■' The 24th MEU is trained to ev4cuate civilians, rescue downed pilots, conduct reconnaissance and serve as an initial landing force ashore. 1 So far during the deployment, Cpl Rothrock and fellow service members have visited France and Romania.1 He is a 1991 graduate • of j Randolph-Macon Academy of Front Rnval

Virginia News Marijuana : Legislation Continued A subcommittee of the House Courts of Justice decided Jan. 21 to ; pass by for the day the legislation to repeal the 1979 statute that permits marijuana for medicinal use. The panel decided to wait for the results of an ongoing study by the Joint Commission on Pain Management. The subcommittee also voiced concerns about the language of the bill that would outlaw doctors from prescribing the smokeable form of marijuana but would allow the medical use of synthetic forms of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — namely marinol. "The smoked form is the form of abuse which is what I’m here for,” said the bill's chief patron Del. Robert Marshall, R-Prince William. DMV Makes Reregistering Easier Next time you need to renew your vehicle registration, forget visiting DMV. Just pick up your touchtone telephone. The agency's new touchtone renewal feature enables customers to renew their vehicle registration in less than five minutes any time, any place, using a touchtone phone and a major credit or debit card. To access the system, cus: tomers can simply dial toll free (888) 334-4782. New registration cards and decals are m ailed to the customer the next business day after their call. Spending Requests Hit High Mark *• ' For the first time in General Assembly history all 40 members of the Virginia Senate put in budget ■ requests, which made 654 changes > to the current budget at more than i $1.2 million. House members asked for ' more than 850 changes, costing $1.2 billion. t i Most contend that state colleges and universities alone would break the treasury with their more than $ 199 million request for faculty raises, more students financial " aid and additional technological ' equipment. With Gov. George Allen's pro posed budget leaving only $21 million, the chance they may get the money remains slim. New Area Code Starting Saturday, Feb. 1, the new 757 telephone area code for the Eastern Shore and Hampton Roads area will become mandatory. For the past six months it has been possible to reach telephones in that area by using either the new 757 or the old 804 area code. Now only 757 will work. Increased use of computer communications, cellular phones, fax machines and pagers caused the demand for phone numbers to explode resulting in the need to divide the 804 area code. r -1 Charter School Vote Tied Speakers this week strongly urged the House Education Committee to reject charter schools, calling them elitist instruments that would promote segregation. Committee members voted 11-11 Friday, causing the issue to die in committee. "To me, it's the creation of two school systems — and I have experienced two school systems — one equal and the other not equal," said John Edward McNeil Sr. of Henrico County, an NAACP member who spoke at the public hearing earlier in the week. This is the fourth consecutive year the charter school bill has been introduced in the legislature. Proponents say charter schools would give local school systems more choice and accountability. Church Insurance Debated Insurance companies and churches disagree about a proposed bill prohibiting insurers from refusing to renew a church policy after arson. The bill, sponsored by Del. Eric Cantor, R-Henrico, was in response to complaints by churches that insurers refused to renew policies after last year's wave of arson attacks. Insurers said Del. Cantor's bill would cause companies to stop offering coverage to churches in the first place and could force premium rates up. Free Tax Assistance Offered !. Local volunteers are offering free income tax help to low-income, middle ■'income and senior citizen tax payers. V The program is being offered ; jointly by the AARP and the IRS. ^Starting Saturday, Feb. 1, and continuing through Tuesday, April 15, ,,>IRS-certified tax aides, all ■ Rappahannock County residents, r yvill be in the county library on . Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and <on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon to .help people fill out their income tax forms. Volunteer John Schultz urges those who want this help to bring along copies of last year's returns ii Bide Moon Cafe Presents Wolfpack for return engagement ********* Saturday, February 1 9 p.m. Until ? ********* Tuesday flr Wednesday Special: Buy one large pizza, . get medium 1/2 price ********* U.S. 211 West of Sperryvllle next to Mountainside Market 540-987-3162 Bankrupt? Repossession? Bad Credit? Shaky Credit? No Credit? NO MONEY ★ DOWN! * Credit Approval Center Cvt-nml Chant? Auto Finance Fxpert>) \t«-/r*d Cars-TrucksAans 1-800-635-0730 Call Today An Applications Accepted as well as any booklets and documents they have received for filing this year. Photo courtesy of Roger Pierson Cubmaster Joe Peregory presented pack championship trophies to Brian Brown, Buster Brown and Max Haines. Cubs Hold Exciting Pinewood Derby By LIBET PIERSON Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Cub Scout Pack 123 held its 1997 Pinewood Derby race at the Washington Volunteer Fire Hall on Saturday, Jan. 25. Thirty-eight Cub Scouts competed for top honors in multiple-elimination races. The competition was Fierce, particularly in the Wolf Dean where there were fifteen cars in the. field. Parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters helped to cheer the winners over the finish line. The three fastest cars in each den are eligible to race in the Shenrapawa District Pinewood Derby in April, 1997. After the den races, the number one car from each of the fire dens moved up to the Pack Championship race. At this level, all the cars were fast,, and there were two extremely close heats which had to be rerun, adding to the suspense. When the last heat was over, it was / clear that the fastest car in Pack 123, a sleek red and black racer, belonged to Brian Brown. Buster Brown's yellow school bus was a close second, followed by Max Haines' flashy black, red and yellow racer which took third place. All the derby cars showed remarkable creativity and craftsmanship. Science Fair Is Next Week Students at Rappahannock County Elementary and at Rappahannock County High School are busy getting their science projects ready for the Rappahannock Science Fair which will run Feb. 6-7. The public is invited to visit the Science Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6. Students are investigating all kinds of topics. For example, Tatiana Siccardi is studying cloud formation. Jeff Simeon is investigating the formation of tornadoes. B.J. Christian is sharing the results of his survey on "Why Rappahannock Doesn't Have a Football Team." Jennifer Waters is investigating the results of Miracle Gro on seed germination. Joshua Waddell's "Heads or Tails" experiment is determining whether planaria regenerate their heads or tails faster. Emily Sims is surveying people to discover if certain personality types are drawn to certain types of professions. Caleb Proper is investigating which colors are the best heat absorbers and reflectors. Lainie Prince Michel Restaurant Celebrates Valentine’s Day Friday February 14th. Dinner 6-9 p.m. Reservations Required Located at Prince Michel Winery, Route 29 S, between Culpeper and Madison RESERVATIONS 1-800/800-WINE ^ABERDEEN BARN 1 Located in the Holiday Inn, Rt. 29 South, Culpeper 825-1037 ABEBDEEK .• BARKS ; Wednesday Night Prime Rib 95 IX^ Thursday Night Steak Dinner Special I New York Strip, Salad, /h <g ^ I Potato & Onion Rings Ip XLI« x Morgan is researching the effects of presentation on information retention. On Wednesday. Feb. 5, students will set up their displays in the RCES Multipurpose Room. The fourth grade display^ their projects. Students in grades 5 through 8 will compete as individuals within the Junior Division. Students from grades 9 through 12 enter the Senior Division competition. Local winners will receive plaques, ribbons and invitations to the Piedmont Regional Science Fair to be held in Charlottesville on March 11. Senior Division winners at Charlottesville continue on to the State Science Fair and possibly even to the International Science Fair. Across the country, science fairs provide opportunities for students to actually do science themselves, and to show off their achievements. Awards will be presented to winning students on Friday afternoon. In the event of bad weather, the science fair will be held on Feb. 13 and 14. Check the Rappahannock schools' voice mail at 987-9316. Community Calendar Saturday, February 1 • Students Against Drunk Driving present "The Night of Blues" concert, at the RCHS auditorium - 7 p.m. (987-8575) • Friends of Gaia celebrate Groundhog Day Eve, with dances "The Psyche Circus," "Gaia Ramma Jamma" and "In the Belly," at the Community Center - 8 p.m. Sunday, February 2 • Artists' reception for the "Small" Show at the Middle Street Gallery - 25 p.m. Thursday, February 6 • School Science Fair, at RCES, open for public viewing-9 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. • First Thursday Education Support Group, at the Extension Office - 7 p.m. Saturday, February 8 • Second Saturday Series, community hike to Robinson River at White Oak Canyon, leaving from Mountainside Market at 9:30 a.m. (987-9061) Saturday, February 15 • Water Monitoring Network Meeting, at the Extension Office - 10 a.m.noon (675-3619) or (987-9061) * • 4-H Share the Fun Talent Show, at the RCHS auditorium - 5 p.m. • Valentine’s Dinner, sponsored by the Sperryville Rescue Squad, at RCES - 5:30-8 p.m. • Dance to Enhance, with Southern Persuasion, at RCHS - 8-11 p.m. • Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 752, dance featuring Riverbottom, at the Amissville Fire Hall - 8 p.m. to midnight Bland Music Contest Planned By BOB SCOTT Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The annual Rappahannock County student music competition is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, at the Theatre in Washington. This musical event is sponsored every year by the local Lions Club and is part of a state-wide program dedicated to encouraging young vocal and instrumental musicians to develop per sonal skills and express their talents. As in past years, cash awards to the winners and certificates of participation to all students who perforitj will be contributed by the Lions Club. Official registration forms are available from any Rappahannock Lion or music teachers or at the public library. For further information,contact Mike Mahoney at 675-3446 or Bob Scott at 937-2147. 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——HXappaljannocfe JictosEstablished 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 \ ; v 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 29, 1997 Editorials Young Firemen ■I. The county is fortunate that many youngsters think it is "cool" to be volunteer firemen and rescue squadsmen. While many want to be paid eventually for the skills they are acquiring by working in jurisdictions with paid fire and rescue squads, for the time being Rappahannock residents can benefit from their training at no cost. ; The training the are getting includes quite a variety of skills both iji medical life saving and in fighting fires. Last week several proved they have learned how to handle spills of hazardous materials. Some of the training has come at George Washington Carver-Piedmont Technical Center. Other training has been arranged through the local volunteer departments. • -All of this training is valuable, but the most valuable lesson the yopng men are learning is that giving service to others is its own reward. For years we have heard that the departments are having trouble recruiting new volunteers. That is still true, but the county's teenagers are taking some of the pressure off and having some rewarding fun in the process. School Water l ;Both schools have been having problems with their water systems, and students are drinking bottled water. At both schools the - water has sometimes tested positive for coliform bacteria. To some thisjs alarming. To others the prospect of having to drink chlorinated water is even more alarming. ; The schools are :ng to be forthright in -notifying the public of their problems. Some people will always question whether they have been forthright enough. Like the decision on when to close school because of weather, those who are able to operate with 20-20 hindsight will iilways have the advantage. Thanks to VDOT Those who walk and drive in the streets of Washington have another reason to be grateful. Last week VDOT finally got around to putting material along the shoulders of the roads, and the four to six-ipch drops at the edge of the new asphalt have been eliminated. . In places more fill is needed, but the worst of the problem is gone. SOUTARY SUSIE SNOWFLAKE 7 "Okay/ This constitutes a threat to all after school activities including scheduled games.. Right?" Letters Support Our Athletes To the Editor: When was the last time you attended a sporting event? Starting in August and extending to May Rappahannock County High School supports over 100 children in a variety of sports. Student athletes exhibit great dedication. Participation in sports results in long hours, physical and mental exertion, and a great deal of self discipline. What drives students to participate in sports is a love of the game — a love so strong they endure long practice hours, followed by tired sore muscles, three-hour bus trips, late night homework, and cold dinners. Student athletes dreams are filled with first place finishes, game winning shots and goals and grand slams. However, funding the events that inspire these dreams is a major expense. Rappahannock County Vligh School athletics provides opportunities for students to participate in such events as cross country, basketball, volleyball, track and field, soccer, baseball, softball, and wrestling. Supporting these programs comes with a large price tag. On Feb. 15, Rappahannock County High School invites you to help maintain its "Field of Dreams." The Athletic Department is sponsoring a "Dance to Enhance" the athletic program at the high school from 8 to 11 p.m. Live entertainment will be provided by the sensational Southern Persuasion Band. If you have missed the opportunity to hear this band, now is the time to hear them and support a great cause. Roses will be sold during the event to rekindle the thought of Valentine's Day and there will be a raffle and door prizes. Pre-sale tickets are being sold by student athletes. Tickets will also be sold at the door. If you are interested in making a donation, or need addi- / tional details please contact me at 6354461, Come have a great time, and support the athletic program at RCHS. LINDA DENNIS Huntly Debating Wrong Question To the Editor: Your Jan. 22 article on legislators' plans to reduce or even eliminate local personal property taxes in Virginia was timely and informative. Also, it serves to remind us that politicians have a knack of forcing the public to debate the wrong questions. In Virginia and other states all across the nation citizens are wasting their time arguing about property tax rates when the fundamental issue is how most equitably to generate the Our Rappahannock Heritage Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Edna Shanks provided a solo at the Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration. funds necessary to operate local government. But state-level politicians shy away from that topic because they correctly perceive it to be laden with difficult controversy; instead, they pretend fhey can eliminate increasingly draconian property tax bills by heroic action at the state capitol without leaving local governments in an impossible situation. As they currently exist, property taxes — particularly real estate taxes — are patently inequitable. They are inequitable because property taxes are wealth taxes, but we fail to tax many forms of wealth. Why am I required to pay annual ad valorem taxes on my woodland when I wouldn't be similarly taxed on other forms of wealth into which I could convert that woodland? Why do Virginia local governments tax real estate, automobiles, and boats — but not bank accounts, mutual funds (these days a potential mother lode revenue source), gold coins and antique clocks? These questions seem particularly relevant at a time when we are constantly creating new avenues of investment. No, I don’t advocate taxing other forms of wealth (we learned years ago that Virginians can't seem to remember what they own or what it's worth). I think maybe local governmentsought to have instead new powers totax income, consumption, and/or real ! estate transfers. I think maybe! Virginia local governments ought to' have power to levy development; impact fees similar to those in otherstates. And 1 realize these are difficult; issues. . • v ; I most seriously object to being; forced by elected officials to debate! property tax levels as the central ques-J tion. The central question is how most’ fairly to assure the future fiscal health* of local government. f BOB DENNIS ; Flint Hill* 1 f , f t Winter's Special Appeal By BRUCE SLOANE Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Each season is special in Rappahannock County. Winter has its own appeal. The lush foliage of summer is long gone, and the once green leaves add to the thick brown carpet on the forest door. The lack of leaves reveals gray rocks and bare gaunt hills now visible through the see-through trees. In every direction the naked landscape stretches steeply upward from the valley floor. There are few visitors from the outside world, including county weekenders. The trailhead in our backyard, a popular summertime attraction, still attracts an occasional hardy hiker heading for Skyline Drive. But the sound of an approaching vehicle winding up our narrow road almost always means a visit from a friend, and not a stranger for the non-existent parking lot. The stream is now a tiny brook, the floods of yesteryear just a memo ry. Its gurgling voice is almost stilled as it flows in crooked paths on its endless downhill quest. Fringes of ice line the many rocks, and icicles hang over the water in wavy lines from small branches. The icicles melt away and Vanish on warmer days, only to reappear in the morning, newly reborn every frosty night. In the yard a ribs-thin doe appears at the edge of the forest, pausing by the old pear tree as she searches for a tidbit. But the pears are long gone, and the doe slowly wanders back into the forest. Overhead, scolding crows caw loudly at her intrusion into their domain. The sky at night is totally dark save for a faint glow in the valley from the crowded metropolis some 70 miles to the east. On clear cold nights the winter stars blaze down, a million pinpricks of light from billions of miles away. Their brilliance tonight is undiminished by the usual humidity of other seasons. Overhead giant Orion stands guard over the beacon of the} Milky Way. In the far off distance a} mournful train whistle sounds. I have' heard it before on other cold nights.* Through some acoustic anomaly it} travels from the Shenandoah Valley at; Luray, over the peaks of the Blue* Ridge, and down into our valley. } The next day a 3-inch January} snowfall coats the ground, turning the J landscape into a stark contrast of black * and white. Near dusk I walk slowly upr the trail, alone but not lonely, leaving} virgin tracks in the white expanse. The' winter air smells cold and fresh. I look! for bear tracks but find none. A pileat-} ed woodpecker peers at me from behind a tree, and then flies off, a flash of red, black, and white. ' 3 Day is turning into night. 1 shiver} in the deepening cold and head back to* the house. Soon I see the welcoming* lights shining in the dusk. Inside is warmth, companionship, love. Reprinted with permission from the RLEP News. The Writer’s Art Why Such Lousy Spelling? 1 I »->>•«V' By JAMES J. KILPATRICK In the cartoon panel called "Bizarro," a farmer is milking a cow. The cow turns her head and asks, "At your age, shouldn't you be thinking of weening yourself away from this and onto solid food?" There is an English verb, to ween, meaning to hope or to intend, but the verb hasn't been used in 900 years. The creator of "Bizarro" wanted "weaning." Today's question: Why are comic strip artists such lousy spellers? Let me expand the question: Whey do spelling errors occur so often in classified ads and official communications? These are rhetorical questions, demanding no answers, but I will answer them anyhow. It is chiefly because English is taught so poorly in our public schools. But artists are presumably educated folks, and so are their syndicate editors. So what's the problem? In "Buckles," the dog complains of something different in his food. He is certain that "some type of big insurance scandle is going on." On another day Buckles proposes to set a "picinic table." Yet again, the dog hears "a pounding sound of a ball hitting a mit." How could competent editors at King Features Syndicate miss the misspelling of scandal, picnic and mitt? In the popular strip "Cathy," our plump heroine philosophically observes that "People subconsciously sabotoge their diets." The "Cathy’ strip comes from my own syndicate, Universal Press. No excuses. The word is "sabotage." The "Dave" strip comes from Tribune Media Services. The creator misspells "visible." The same syndicate provided a drawing last January to accompany an article on court proceedings; the artist misspelled "deliberations." A strip called "Pickles" comes from The Washington Post Writers Group; the principal character confesses that he "accidently" dropped his toothbrush in the toilet. (Only Merriam-Webster and the Indianapolis Star sanction "accidently." Everyone else spells it "accidentally.") • Classified ads abound with misspellings. Most of the errors, I suppose, originate with the advertiser, but isn't SOMEBODY expected to check the copy? In South Bend, Ind., and Birmingham, Ala., wedding gowns were offered for sale. One gown was "sequenced." The other had "lots of sequence." In Las Vegas, a wedding gown had "sequence on front and back." In Eugene, Ore., a woman advertised for a lost "neckless." In Tuscaloosa, Ala., a breeder sought buyers for "black, miniture Datsuns," 6 weeks old. These were dachshunds with low mileage. It's especially difficult to understand or to forgive misspelling in display advertising. The Spirit of Washington dinner train lured passen gers with a romantic appeal: "You may even run into the dutchess or duke of your dreams." Twice the ad writer spelled it "dutchess." A Midwestern florist advertised his "living valentines with olefactory appeal." The word is olfactory. A cosmetic surgeon was prepared to perform "excelerated scalp reductions." The speedy fellow wanted "accelerated." Last year an enterprising grocer printed a message on his plastic bags, "75 th Anniversary of Women Sufferage." He understood their pain. I So it goes. The Internal Revenue* Service can't spell "separate." The* General Motors Corp. fouls up on* "stationary" and "stationery." A con-£ tact lens company offers "factory fresh' lenses, sealed in the manufacturer's* original viles." » Something in that ad was vile, sure * enough. And it wasn't the lenses. It* was the reely regretabul speling. - COPYRIGHT 1996 1 UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE ; ?The Time Machine :*■ m - K mm iii iMKiilii 30 Years Ago Thursday, January 26, 1967 Two minor changes in Virginia Fishing Laws were approved by the Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries at their meeting in Richmond Jan. 13. Approximately 5 thousand Virginia taxpayers have inadvertently delayed their Federal income tax refunds by mailing them to the District Director's Office instead of the Internal Revenue Service Center, James P. Boyle, District Director, said this week. H.C. LeHew of Front Royal was awarded a trophy by the Rappahannock Fish and Game Club for the largest deer killed in Rappahannock County. 25 Years Ago Thursday, January 27, 1972 Amissville Ruritan Club, for the second successive year, has received the Citizenship*, and Patriotism Award offered in the •' Rappahannock District of Ruritan/ National. 1* Budget hearings take the spotlight this week in the General Assembly, and these will continue for several weeks s

SPORTS Wrestlers Exceed Expectations Jason Kuykendall won matches Thursday and Saturday. r Climbing Ice Photo courtesy of Jeb Carney When Van and Lain Carney found the waterfalls at White Oak Canyon completely frozen on the surface, they went ice climbing using crampons and ice picks. i t By SHARON KILPATRICK Rappahannock News Staff Writer Rappahannock's JV wrestlers had their first home match against Sherando last Thursday, and then competed in a four-way match at Fauquier Saturday. Against Sherando the team lost 12-72, but RCHS wrestlers won seven of 19 matches, including three labeled "exhibition" matches. Chad Heddleston won at 103 pounds; Thomas Lee won at 119 pounds; Willie Collins won by a pin at 125 pounds; Tommy Baldwin won at 130 pounds;. Chris Graves won two matches at 140 pounds, one by a pin; and Jason Kuykendall won at 275 pounds with a pin. Coach Paul Paratore noted that this match followed a month during 1 which the team had no opportunities to wrestle other schools and few opportunities to practice. Sherando is known as a "powerhouse" in wrestling, he said. "They are doing much better than expected," he said of his team. Four RCHS wrestlers won first place medals in a JV Invitational Quad Meet at Fauquier Saturday against wrestlers from Fauquier, Liberty, and Osborne Park. Chad Hedlleston won three matches, one by a pin, and lost one match to take first place in the 103-pound class. Mark Komar won two matches by pins and lost one to take first place in the 112-pound class. Frank Paratore won four matches, all by pins, and won first place in the 125-pound class. Tommy Baldwin won three matches, one by a pin, and won first place in the 130-pound class. Teams Post District Wins Both varsity and JV boys’ basketball teams managed to easily pick up wins at home over Manassas Park Tuesday night in their first games of district competition. They were supposed to have opened with Manassas Park in away competition Friday night, but those games were cancelled when school was closed early and after school activities were called off. Tuesday evening the JV posted a 4514 victory, and the varsity won 74-46. Rappahannock News Staff Photos by Cindy Mahan Mark Komar, Frank Paratore, Tommy Baldwin and Chad Heddleston took first place medals at the JV Invitationsl Quad Wrestling Meet at Fauquier Saturday. WAKEFIELD SCHOOL The Plains, Virginia ~ Grades Pre-K through 12 • Average SAT score of 1300 ! ' ’ ' : ?V.': - ° [ • 100% OF GRADUATES PLACED AT | SELECTIVE COLLEGES i • Students regularly qualify I FOR NATIONAL TALENT PROGRAMS >. • Competitive annual tuition • Spectacular, new, centrally > l LOCATED, 50-ACRE CAMPUS» # I . • • BUS SERVICE TO NINE COUNTIES ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE DATES: Sunday, February 2 and March 16 2:00 p.m. Call (540) 253*5393 to attend. HONDASPK11NG SUPER SALE $01)own/$0 interest Option Honda Harmony™ Lawn Mowers • Honda 5hp OHV commercial grade engine • Durable, rust-free Xenoy® deck > Mulch, bag or side discharge with optional kits HRM215PDA Push-type mulcher $483 MSRP HONDA Equipment Get it Over With. Get a Honda. $424 MSSP • Financing is a\oilable on approved credit via the Honda Power Equipment MasterCard credit card issued by Dial National Bank. No finance charge if purchase is paid in full within 8 months; otherwiie finance charges accrue from date of purchase The APR may vary. As of 1/1/97 the APR kas 15.1%. See your participating Honda Power Equipment Dealer for details. t Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price/Manufacturers Suggested Sale Price. This offer is good through 4/JO/97. Not all dealers carry all fttod-' ucts. Consult your local Yellow Pages. For optimum performance and safety, please read the owner's manual before operating your Honda Power Equipment. ©1997 American Honda Motor Co.. Inc. Your authorized Honda Power Equipment dealers: SWAN’S J.A. SWAN, JR. & CO. 16033 Hoilman Lane Rt. 20 N • Culpeper, VA (Across from Co-Op! Chances are, We'll find it before-ydu do. \ Average-size breast lump found by routine self-examination. 1 I Average-size breast lump found by mammography screening. Important Information You Should Know About Breast Cancer. One out of nine American women will develop breast cancer in her life-time. It can occur without any warning signs, yet more than 80% of breast lumps are not cancerous. If breast cancer is diagnosed and treated early, the five-year survival rate is more than 90%. Modern mammography can reveal small breast cancers up to two years before they can be felt. Four Excellent Reasons to Get Your Next Mammography Exam at Fauquier Hospital: 1. Fauquier Hospital is offering low cost mammography screening for $59 including both hospital and radiologist fees. 2. All films are read by board certified radiologists. 3. Four Certified female mammography technologists are on staff to conduct the screening exam. 4. Fauquier Hospital is accredited by the American College of Radiology. GET A MAMMOGRAM TODAY call 349-0503 Emquier Hospital m

► Beef From Page A-l bam. Also, he notes, if he had had such fences, they would all have been washed away twice in the past two years. Monira Rifaat Of Manor Farm said lower prices for feeder cattle has * forced her to try to reduce costs. Her primary costs are labor and feed, and she has cut down on the use of outside labor and cut down on the cost of feeding by implementing rota- • tional grazing, increasing the use of her pastures. "I have tried to rely on native cold weather grasses, and in Virginia that is mostly fescue,” she said. "I stiU have to make hay for January tlvough March, but I make less hay," she said. "We graze the fescue, rather than cut and bale it." Another factor in her efforts to survive low prices "is to make sure I put out a superior quality commercial feed calf," she said. She is crossing Angus bulls with Simmental cows to produce cross-bred calves that are "more muscled, healthier and more growthy,” she said. Ms. Rifaat said she sees some upturn in the market, and believes that will continue, but notes the low prices "have made all of us beef producers become more efficient in terms of the cost of our product." She said the beef industry as a whole needs to make sure it produces a "more uniform product." Pork and chicken producers are doing better at that than beef producers, she said. Consumers want beef that is marbled but does not have a lot of back fat. - Ifris possible to produce such beef through genetic selection of breeding animals, she said, but the farmer who produces the feeder calf generally does not know how well that calf meets such a test when it is slaughtered. I-* For the farmer to get that information, he would generally have to retain ownership of thj calf through slaughtering^i^ew jaffad producers can afford to wait m3f long before getting any income, she said, and for that reason banks, feeders and slaughterhouses need to work with producers, Ms. Rifaat said. She believes the success of the beef industry is essential to the survival of Rappahannock County as an agricultural area. "A cow is an efficient converter of grass to protein we can eat," she said. If the beef industry cannot survive in Rappahannock County, farmers will be offered high prices for their land by developers. "He sells and the fields get built over, like Fairfax and Prince William. At that point you might as well kiss the tourist industry goodbye." Ms. Rifaat said for the beef industry to continue the county, the land use tax program must remain unchanged. She is also concerned about the stewardship act, and said it must be "applied reasonably." She said if the government "is going to require fencing streams to keep cattle out, they will have to come up with the funds. It can’t be done out of a farmer's operation. There is not the money to do it." Ms. Rifaat said she would like to see a land trust program in Virginia, such as exists in several other states, where farmers can sell development rights and continue to farm. The scenic easement program only benefits larger farmers doing estate planning, she said. "The smaller producer doesn't do estate planning," she said. "He just wants to keep farming." She suggested a levy on all real estate transactions to fund such a trust to purchase development rights, and said she would be interested in working on establishing such a program in Virginia. Bill Oliver oversees the cattle operation at Eldon Farm, Rappahannock's largest beef operation. He noted that beef prices "have always been in a 10-year cycle from high to high or low. to low. That hasn’t changed. Last year was probably the low. That was compounded by com selling at the unheard price of $5 per bushel. Com this year is more normal, and that has helped the feed lot recovery. I’m seeing some recovery in prices, and I'm hopeful we're turned the comer." He said Eldon Farm had not done "anything special" to cope with the declining prices, but in 1994, the farm began keeping computer records on every cow. "We’ve taken a close look at every cow in our herd, and any cow that is not producing a good sized calf is eliminated," he said. Mr. Oliver notes that the average cow herd in Virginia is 30 cows. Obviously that means the average herd is only one part of a varied fanning operation or the farmer has another source of income. "I haven't seen a lot of people going out of the business as a result of the low prices,” he said. "If they have hung in until now, they will* probably stay in, and 10 years from now if you are working for the newspaper, you will probably be asking the same question," he said. He predicted the beef cattle industry will continue to be part of the Rappahannock County economy as long as there is open space for grazing. Newbill Miller sells registered purebred Angus cows and bulls, and said the drop in beef prices "hasn't hit me yet." His cows mostly sell to other purebred growers, but almost all his bulls go to commercial producers. They have continued paying "a decent price," he said. He said they understand "good bulls can make them money through genetics." He said before the recent drop in prices, producers had a series of good years, and they are continuing to pay for his tested bulls. Still he is concerned about the future of the beef industry and knows that many commercial beef producers are "really threatened." Rappahannock News Staff Photo by Cindy Mahan Beef producers hope the price of feeder cattle is up when this calf is ready for sale. He is also concerned that there are more producers of purebred cattle on the east coast and particularly in Virginia than the market can support in the long run. However, he remains optimistic about the future of the beef industry in Rappahannock County if only because it is such a natural match for the land. "If we are going to use this land agriculturally, it will be with a grazing animal. We can't profitably crop these hills. It will have to be something that eats the grass. Cattle are good for the land, and this land is good for cattle. There may be fewer farmers, but I see no reduction in the number of cattle if we are to keep this land grazed off. " Mr. Miller said farms being grazed by cattle hav^e "less erosion and better grass. Aesthetics are important in this county. It all meshes together. We have good water; we have decent soils foi grazing and a core of people whc understand cattle." Bill McKenna if Virginia Tech's beef marketing specialist. He sees some improvement in prices for feeder cattle from last fall's low point, bul said, "I don't think it's going to be a very rapid bounce back.” He notes that in the period from 1988 to 1993, calves weighing 500 tc 600 pounds averaged 90 cents pei pound, In the fall of 1996 the average selling price was 61 cents per pound, down about five cents from the fall ol 1995, he said. For producers of feedei calves that meant a drop of one third ir their income compared to the late '80s She’ll Always Remember How We Made Her Feel at Home *7 f ow you feel about where you deliver your baby is as important to us as it is to you. v That is why we have designed our newly renovated Maternity Wing for your complete comfort, privacy and convenience—all in a way we hope will make you feel very much at home. Most importantly, at Fauquier Hospital, mothers and fathers-to-be will find an expert staff of doctors and nurses who provide the finest in birthing, maternity and newborn care. This is your invitation to tour opr Maternity Wing (by appointment only), where we’ll give you a FREE copy of the national bestselling book, What to Expect When You're Expecting (Workman Publishing)—which reassuringly answers the concerns of mothers and fathers-to-be. To schedule a tour, to arrange a visit with one of our doctors, or to find out more information on our board-certified Obstetricians, Pediatricians, or Family Practitioners, please call us today. Eauquier Hospital (703) 349-0588 and early '90s. "We do see an indication it is going back up, as part of the typical 10-year cattle cycle," he said. He notes that extreme drought in the southwest part of the country', meant more cattle came on the market, ’ including many cows. He said the number of cows being slaughtered in 1996 was up 17 percent over 1995, and the number of heifers being slaughtered was up 3 percent, while-! - overall beef was up 2 percent for the! ’ year. Feedlots were selling cattle that; ; weighed 20 to 30 pounds less "to get; out of the higher feed bills," he said. . Reduced herds as a result of sell- ; ing off cows, and lower com prices. • should bring some improvement in;;; prices this year, Mr. McKenna said. • • However, he cautions that price' improvement will be gradual. He said farmers should not count on getting 90 cents per pound for their , calves by 1998. "There are still problems with beef demand. There are perceptions about diet, health and the consistency of the product." ► Water From Page A-l- » - —- '— r Friday is "still under investigation." » Another note telling ttie history of problems with water at the elementary ,>• school went home Friday evening; For the time being children will continue to use bottled water for drinking. * ' Last week's problem was caused! ’ by a faulty electrical relay switch. It' * • was replaced. This Tuesday two other' \ electrical relay switches were also replaced. Dr. Gangel said the administration also is planning to install a system to give an early warning when the water level in the large holding tank is dropping, £ situation that might lead to loss of pressure. He is also planning to put a filter on an air intake to the 5,000- gallon holding tank. On Monday a note went to parents of students in the high school indicat-' ing that water there tested positive for bacteria in November and December. • The system was'chlorinated. January tests for bacteria were negative. However, the school posted notices of the positive test results and provide, bottled water there as well. Treatment with chlorine will continue. In the letter that went home to high school parents, Dr. Gangel indicated he will include funds for routine chlorination of the water systems at both schools in the budget for the' upcoming school year. He said that the school administration is following all guidelines of the Office of Water Programs in the Department of Health. In fact, the school system is going beyond those requirements, he said. ► Zinn-Day From Page A-l and plenty of bathrooms; at the old one, she said, you could awake in the night to find a snake crawling over you. There are many 4-H clubs available, including crafts and cooking clubs at CCLC, Tally Ho Horse and Pony Club, Cloverbud Small Animal Club, Junior Garden Club, 4-H Teens Club, Cooking and Crafts Club, Livestock Club, Amissville Community Club, and a Wildlife Conservation Club. She has been spending a lot of time on new programs for the 4-H Farm Show held in July and planning camp activities. The next major'4-H project will be the Share The Fun Show, a program of performances to be held at RCHS at 5 p.m. on Feb. 15. A big event, 24 children will be participating and have been rehearsing for several weeks. Mrs. Zinn-Day is in the extension office on Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and can be reached in that; office at 675-3619.

x • Community News • Obituaries Rappahannock News • Real Estate •Classifieds WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29,1997 Teenaged Firefighters Help County Squads By CINDY MAHAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer - This is the first in a series about (eehagers who run fire and rescue * catis in Rappahannock County. * * The next time you go by the scene of a fire or rescue in Rappahannock, look around — some of those working at the scene are probably teenagers, not even out of high school yet. Five students at RCHS attend firefighting classes at Piedmont Tech | Travis Dodson helps a classmate with his gear. 1 every weekday and respond to calls with fire and rescue teams around the county. They all feel that fighting fires is a "cool" thing to do, and got interested in doing it through friends or family. When asked how he got into firefighting, Travis Dodson, an 11th grader from Viewtown, said, "Trey (his cousin) told me about it, that is was pretty cool." He added that he has wanted to do it since he was little, and that he likes taking risks. Though he might not want to pursue firefighting as a career, he has enjoyed running calls with Amissville since last July. Trey Smith, a 16-year-old junior at RCHS, said he runs about 40 calls with Amissville every month. He is proud of the fact that he is one of the top ten runners for the department. He joined when he was IS, and when he turned 16 was allowed to ride the fire truck. He said he likes fighting fires, and said, "I like the adventure of going (to fires) and I like helping the people out." Many of Trey's family have been firefighters, including both his grandfathers, his mom and his dad. His dad, Randy Smith, is active in the department and Trey usually rides with him to get to the firehall. Trey said that it seems the siren goes off at 5 a.m. nearly every day. Also, the gear that they must wear on the job adds 30 to 40 pounds of weight, even more when wet. * Like most others in his class, Trey plans on continuing his studies to become a paramedic, and make a career out of firefighting and doing rescues, possibly in Fairfax or Prince William County. Tyler Haynes, the incident commander for the first incident in the hazardous materials test at Piedmont, discusses a plan of action with two classmates. izmm Rappahannock News Staff Photos by Cindy Mahan Thy Smith, on the right, helps a classmate with his oxygen tank. Tyler Haynes, who is enrolled in the Firefighting II class at Piedmont, is most enthusiastic about firefighting as a career. He joined Washington Fire and Rescue in March 1995 when he was 16 just after he got his driver's license. He said that after his first EMS call he was hooked. Ttyler said the majority of what they respond to in the county is rescues rather than fires. The most common rescues include calls for injuries from falls, asthma attacks, difficulty breathing, and sometimes overdoses. He plans to attend paramedic classes and become certified nationally, and expects to apply for a position with the fire department in Fairfax where he would fight fires and work as a medic. Last Saturday Tyler was in the fire ■a The back of Trey Smith's hat is decorated with stickers, including one from a little boy he rescued from a car wreck (lower left). Mike Williams is sprayed off to decontaminate him. hall working to fix a fuel injection line in the medic unit. Travis Dodson is not sure he wants to make a career out of firefighting, but he has enjoyed running fire and rescue with Amissville since last July. He'll often go and hang out at the firehall. His cousin, Wayne Dodson, is the captain there. Tenth-grader Mike Williams of Chester Gap is another one who has several family members doing firefighting. His dad, Bruce Williams, is also with Chester Gap fire and rescue. Mike was 15 when he became a member and said he was just five years old when he first became interested in firefighting and started spending time at the firehouse. He runs an average of about eight calls a week, but that figure varies. "Wherever they need me I'll be there," he said. Mike also plans on being a career firefighter. Matt Marlor is in his first year of firefighting classes. In last week's hazmat test at Piedmont, he/was unable to participate due to a foot injury, but he videotaped the many hours of practical testing, which all took place outdoors. Matt, a tenth-grader who lives in Boston, plans on joining Salem Fire and Rescue when he turns 16 in March. He said that Salem runs many calls in Rappahannock since they are near the county line. He also hopes to make a career of it. Center Plans Hikes, Water Projects I ?'•' By HUNT HARRIS Rappakaanock Near* Coatiibutlnf Witter As part of its continuing effort to promote programs integrating education, recreation and community interaction, the Ragged Mountain } Resource Center will be coordinating j several projects in the year ahead, including hikes, water monitoring and * an expanded county clean-up effort. ; One effort will be the "Second ( Saturday Series" of hikes to the ’ headwaters of many of the rivers ' which comprise the Rappahannock *. River watershed. Every second !' Saturday of the month interested par‘ ticipants will meet at Mountainside ; Market (987-9100) on U.S. 211 west of Sperryville between 9 and 9:30 a.m. and then proceed to the designated river and the corresponding trail(s) in the Shenandoah National Park which lead to the headwaters of that river. Participants should wear layered clothing according to the weather of the day, and bring food enough for themselves to snack on. Return times will vary but will usually be mid to late afternoon, and will be followed by an informal "round-table" meal and discussion of local and regional issues of interest and concern at the Blue Moon Cafe (987-3162) next to Mountainside Market. The first hike, Saturday, Feb. 8, Poetry Slam Coming to Valley The circus is coming to Front Royal; the Poetry Circus, that is. Front Royal will make the "poetry • maf>" by becoming host to its own live . Potfry Slam. Slams have been growing 4n small and large cities all around the’.country, and over 200 teams now compete in national and international competitions. *- [Mighty Fine Seafood and Peace MilJ Press will become the venue for live; poetry in Front Royal. - - dn February and March, first Tuesday nights will focus on hearing nev< poets — reading, listening laughing: The more variety, the better. Readers in the area have had to go elsewhere to find writing by local and regional authors. Now, with two small -*. presses located in the area (one in. T Front Royal, one in Fort Valley), the | tim6 has come for live reading. Then, in April, Poetry Slam competitions will begin on Tuesday, after the open reading with open reading at 8 p.m. and the slam competition starting at 9:30 p.m. On the first Tuesday of every month, beginning at 8 p.m. Feb. 4, poets and others will gather at Mighty Fine Pub to read and listen to original poetry. Mighty Fine Pub/Seafood has decided to lead the valley into the future of original poetry and to serve as host to the evolution of Front Royal’s own Slam Team, but first the effort needs poets and people who like to hear poetry and see it performed and laugh outloud. Poets who want to read their own poetry should contact Gary Wood at Peace Mill Press at 636-9426. Those who just want to listen should show up at 8 p.m. on Feb. 4. will be to the Robinson River in the White Oak Canyon and Cedar Run trail areas near Berry Hollow.This area was severely affected by Hurricane Fran and experienced numerous shifts in its lower banks and bed.The Robinson runs into the Rapidan before becoming a part of the Rappahannock. Additional hikes scheduled as part of the series include the Hughes River, the Hazel River, the North and South forks of the Thornton River, the Piney River, the Covington River, the Rush River, the Jordan River and the Rappahannock. There may be an additional hike or two offered, including moonlight hikes and possibly an overnight campout, and also a canoe trip. People who are unable to make the hikes are welcome to join the round-table discussions afterwards. The Ragged Mountain Resource Center is also coordinating a Volunteer Water Monitoring Network in Rappahannock County in cooperation with the county 4-H, the county government, the Izaak Walton League, and the Piedmont Environmental Council. This monitoring effort will be based on the "Save Our Streams" program of the Izaak Walton League and will include quarterly tests at consistent sites around the county. Organizational meetings for the project will take place at the county 4-H office (675-3619) on Gay Street in Washington from 10 a.m. to noon every third Saturday of the month, and monitor training sessions will take place several times over the course of the year including the March meeting. We hope to include school science classes and environmental clubs as part of this program, and to eventually dovetail the developing database with that of similar monitoring efforts in the Shenandoah National Park and of Soil and Water Conservation Districts and the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). Interested participants should call the 4-H office. Later in the year, during the month of July, Ragged Mountain will be working with the Middle Street Gallery and the county library on producing an art-and-education juried show and panel discussion tentatively entitled "Water". Last but not least, Ragged Mountain will help coordinate an expanded countywide cleanup effort this spring, and is asking the community at large to participate by helping identify problem areas and selecting designated stretches of roads and streams to be responsible for cleaning up. School groups, citizens groups, businesses, neighborhoods and hollows, country stores all could "adopt" or sponsor a road or stream and help make this an effort to be proud of ! A "Clean-Up Party" is being planned with numerous musical groups in the county as a fun/fund raiser for these and other Ragged Mountain programs. Contributions to the ongoing programs and efforts of the Ragged Mountain Resource Center and its staff are always welcomed and are vitally needed at this time. For additional information regarding any of these programs call me at 987-9061, or write c/o Ragged Mountain Resource Center, Box 141, Washington, Va. 22747 or e-mail: hunt @ clark.net. Photo courtesy of Vyktoria Pratt Keating Vyktoria Keating will sing at the Blue Moon Cafe Feb. 8. Keating To Sing at Cafe Having recently released a new CD, "This Guardian at Noon," Vyktoria Pratt Keating will be performing live at the Blue Moon Cafe outside Sperryville at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8. Released by Diaphanous Records and recorded at Stillness Sound Facility with engineer/producer Christian Quick, the new CD features most of the instruments played by Vyktoria and Christian working long into the December nights experimenting and sponta neously creating the musical moods that appear on the record. Multilayered acoustic guitar, entire lengths of songs played backwards, Vyktoria's signature ethereal, other wordly vocal sound, chimes, sitar, dumbek, flute, bells and drums combine to create a highly atmospheric vocal record. Miss Keating is well known in the area, and both her concert at the Blue Moon Cafe and her new CD are likely to be successful locally.

County Methodist Services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Feb. 2 as follows: Flint Hill at 11:15 a.m., with communion, Sperryville at 8:45 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Short) is pastor and invites the public. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. L. Starke Jones Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. 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. Fellowship Assembly of Cod Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Morning Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. Black History Service Set The First Baptist Church Deaconess invites you to their second annual Black History service at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 8 at the First Baptist Church in Washington. Dr. Hortense B. Hinton will be speaking. 4 Everlasting Joy will be the group performing. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. . Sunday: Thursday: Promise Land Baptist Pastor: John R. Pendleton Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.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: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Tuesday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Tom Wiles Sunday: Adult Bible School/Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every first and third Sunday 10:30 a.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Rev. Clarence M/irinkle, Rector Masses: On Sundays, 10 a.m. On Holy Days of Obligation, 8 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. On Weekdays, 8 a.m. Saturday Vigil Mass recessed for winter — to resume in spring 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. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Community Youth Group 4-6 p.m. Youth Led Devotions 6-6:30 p.m. Tuesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Thornton's Cap Re^ujar Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Lenten Services All services at Trinity Episcopal Church Fellowship begins with pot-luck supper at 6:15 p.m. Date * Feb. 19 Feb. 26 March 5 March 12 March 19 Host Methodists Trinity Rey. Baptist Wa. Baptist St. Peter’s Speaker Jennings Hobson Phillip Bailey C M. Trinkle Jon Heddleston Merlin Shorb Music Reynolds Baptist St. Peter’s Trinity Episcopal Methodists Wa. Baptist Lent Topic Historic Review Prayer Fasting Alms Baptism nursery care proviaea compliments of the churches. Flease join us! New Arrival Highlights Amissville News Patrick, Courtney and Crockett Poland are proud to announce the birth of a daughter and sister on Jan. 20. Forrest Hali weighed six pounds and eight ounces and was 18 1/2 inches long. Donald and Valerie Jones of Amissville are the maternal grandparents. Forrest also has a great grandmother, Myma Harrison, who lives in Wisconsin. Paternal grandparents are Dwight and Brenda Poland of Warrenton and Ron and Bonnie Knight of Spotsylvania. Great grandfather, Russell Poland lives in Midland. Congratulations to all! Rappahannock County Schools will begin Adult Education classes on Feb. 3. A partial list of classes and workshops includes: computer basics, ballroom dancing, line dancing, basic drawing/painting, quilting, basic life skills, photography and lots more. For more information, contact the Rappahannock County School Board By GLENDA GUM at 987-8773. The owners of the property on the South West comer of Routes 211 and 229 (also known as Clevenger's Comer) invite you to attend a community gathering to discuss the concept and challenges of creating a village and to seek your input and involvement. , The meeting will include a special slide presentation by Anne Tate, a nationally recognized town planner specializing in preserving small town character and rural open spaces. The presentation will be followed by a discussion of the planning process and an open forum for your ideas on community needs, including but not lirtfft^ ed to: retail shops, medical services, business opportunities, food markets, dining establishments, recreational activities, day care and after school programs, open space preservation, housing needs, community center/place of worship. The meeting will be held in the Jeffersonton Community Center at 7 p.m. on Jan. 29. Your community needs you to voice your opinions and suggestions. Amissville Baptist Church will hold a Demonstration Day on Sunday, Feb. 2. Members are encouraged to attend and bring a guest to make it a record-setting day. Donations of coats, sweaters, sweatshirts, hats and gloves are still needed for the Amissville Baptist Church RA's who are collecting for the homeless. The drive ends Feb. 1. You may leave a message for Bob Murphy or Greg Martin at the church. 937-6159 if you have items to donate. Girl Scouts are taking orders .for cookies. If you need cookies, drop me a note and I will pass it on to our local troops or you may call 9372146. Thank you in advance for your support. . r Cathy Lou Smith is excited about attending the Hartland Wellness Center’s 22-day "Lifestyle of Health" seminar being held on Sunday afternoons from 2:30 to 5 p.m. at Culpeper's Holiday Inn. Classes started on Jan. 26; however, anyone desip ing to participate will find the remaining classes of great benefit. To regis* ter, call 672-3100, ext. 240. Cathy Lou shared her testimony Sunday on how she reduced her cholesterol 53 points in 18 days following her attendance at Hartland's "Lifestyle to Health" last year. Please leave your news in the box at Hackley's Store by noon on Sunday. Boston Residents Entertain, Visit, Travel Mrs. Carroll Petty of Front Royal was a Sunday guest of Mrs. Hazel Hawkins. Miss Amanda Sims spent the weekend with her grandmother, Mrs. Hawkins. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and family entertained for Sunday luncheon, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer and Mark Bragg. . Congratulations are in order for the Windmore Foundation for the Arts as they have received the Governor's Award for Community Service and Volunteerism for 1996. Claudia Vento, Robin Lane and Mary Allen were present to receive Governor George Allen's reward. The Foundation will celebrate it’s 10th anniversary this year. In spite of the inclement weather the Salem Fire’Hall was the setting for the monthly "Singing and Pickin’’ Party Friday. A good crowd was in attendance. New musicians were on hand as well as many new faces in the audience. We have word of the passing of Mrs. Ruby Jenkins Wharton, which occurred on Dec. 16. She was the daughter of the late Oscar and Mary Jenkins of our area. Mrs. Montrue Frazier's uncle, Rev. Archie Clatterbuck passed away Sunday afternoon in a nursing home in the Staunton area where he had been a resident. Sympathy is extended to the family. The Reva Volunteer Fire Department is appreciating the $1,000 check presented to them by the Lion's Club of Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Mark Halterman were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Cunningham in Jeffersonston and were joined there by Sterling Heights residents, Mr. and Mrs. Mickey Cunningham. Mrs. P.F. Creel attended a birthday party for her sister, Mrs. Hazel Jolliffe at the Golden Corral last Sunday. Be sure to help out the Girl Scouts as now they are taking orders for their famous cookies. Down Salem Way, we sent belated birthday wishes to Mrs. Cathy Tharpe and Matthew Benensen, both of whom celebrated their day on Monday. Also in Salem Way we extend happy anniversary wishes to J.T. and D.J. Dodson, whose big day will be Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory and family dined at Golden Corral; in Culpeper Saturday evening. ' A menu consisting of old country ham, turkey, trimmings, cole slaw, potatoes, gravy, green beans pnd homemade desserts along with tea, coffee and Kool Aid is in the planning for the dinner to be held on Feb. 15, 5 until 7:30 p.m. at the Salem Fire $al] on Route 522. For more information call 825-9112. Any Vietnam Veteran in our area is reminded that there will be a meeting of the Vietnam Veterans of America on Wednesday, Feb. 5 beginning at 6 p.m. at Ben's and Mary's Steakhouse in Warrenton. Families of Veterans are welcome. , Mrs. Butler Entertains Luncheon Guests Recent luncheon guests of Mrs. Alice Butler were Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley of Fredericksburg and Mrs. Erma Jenkins. Happy birthday to Mrs. Linda Clark who had her day on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Also (this writer) Ruth Clark on Saturday, Feb. 1, Mrs. Judy Deal on Monday, Feb. 3 and also Miss Lesley Baker who will celebrate her 15th birthday on Monday, Feb. 3. The deacons and interested pensons are reminded that Rev. Rod Hale an architectural consultant with the Virginia Baptist Resource Center will be at the Washington Baptist Church on Wednesday, Feb. 5 to discuss the needed space for the church. By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Saturday Ms. Betty Menefee of Manassas, Mrs. Frances Eubank and Vergil Payne had lunch in Front Royal. Mrs. Ferol Simpson of McLean was a Wednesday overnight guest of Mrs. Alice Butler. Mrs. Alice Butler spent Thursday night with he? daughter. Miss Alicia Butler in Vienna. Wednesday Mrs. Ann Simmons and Mrs. Ruth Clark were shoppers in Warrenton. Mrs. Sarah Brown, Miss Amanda Brown and Mrs. Ruth Clark had lunch in Front Royal on Tuesday. Miss Amanda Brown spent Friday night with Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls, Samantha and Robert in Woodville. Frank Hawkins of Arlington spent Wednesday with his mother, Mrs. Annie Hawkins. Thursday luncheon guests of Mrs. Annie Hawkins were Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Burke and Miss KimberlyWashbum of Annandale. Luncheon guests on Sunday Of Mrs. Annie Hawkins were Mrs. Sandra McClellan and sons, Brandon and Mathew of Manassas, Mrs. Mabel Burke of Woodville, Roger Hawkins of Warrenton, Chris Hawkins, of Culpeper and Mrs. Judy Deal and daughter, Jamie. Monday Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz visited Mr. and Mrs. Richard Walter in Bridgewater and had lunch in Harrisonburg. Charles Richardson of Luray spent the weekend with her father and stepmother, Chuck and Melody Richardson. Have a good week! Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. Luray 'Foothills of Blue Ridge Mtns. Fit & Sat. 7a.m. - 9:00p.m. Sun. to Thurs. 7a.m.-8:30 p.m. 540-743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST., CULPEPER, VIRGINIA 540/825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. 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Chili — Perfect for Wintertime By BARBARA C. WAYLAND Rappahannock News SUrfT Writer " Saturday evening was a fun time in the lives of the church family at ;’Washington Baptist. The church host'ed a chili dinner and then down the Street to The Theatre for a Variety Show. And, were we ever in for surprises! The show was under the direction of past Broadway producer. Bob Scott. There were many acts, each had ■a special meaning and was enjoyed by all. Enough about the Variety Show lets talk about the chili. I contacted the head of the Kitchen Committee, Sandra Jenkins to get recipes. She gladly responded. Sandra's Chili 2 teaspoons butter f 2 medium onions 2 pounds of hamburger 3 quarts of tomatoes - 1 small can of tomato paste 1/2 cup water V 1 teaspoon of salt 1 teaspoon of pepper 2 teaspoons of chili power 2 cans (40 1/2 ounces) Dark Red Kidney Beans In large skillet saute onions in butter for 5 minutes, add ground beef, cook until done, drain all fat, put hamburger mixture and remaining ingredients in large saucepan, stir occasionally — if you prefer hotter chili add more chili powder — if you prefer thicker or thinner chili adjust water accordingly. Carol Marangoni also shared her recipe. Carol's Chili Large cans are used 29 ounces. In a crockery kettle combine 1 can of stewed tomatoes (contains celery and spices) 1 can of diced tomatoes 1 can of crushed tomatoes 1 can of tomato sauce In a skillet put 1 tablespoon of olive oil saute 4 garlic cloves, chopped, cook just until tender, not brown. \ Add this mixture into cracker t latCX tie. Then chop and saute two large onions, add to mixture. Then brown 3 pounds of ground beef, drain all grease off and put in with tomato mixture. Add 2 teaspoons of chili powder, pinch of sugar in with tomatoes. Let simmer in crockery kettle for a while, then add two regular size cans of kidney beans. More chili powder may be added or just put on table. Freezes well. Chili is excellent to serve on cold, "Wintery” days with a side salad or whatever your family enjoys. To top the meal off we had desserts galore at church. A couple of week's ago I received a recipe for a pound cake from the Virginia Egg Council. It is delicious, served plain or with fresh strawberries or with you favorite topping. According to the article I received from them the Council had recently prepared and served 1,000 slices of this, topped with strawberries and whipped cream, to executives for an annual banquet. Perhaps next time, we will have this at a chili gathering. It is delicious, so give it a try. Virginia's Old Fashioned Pound Cake ! pound butter 3 1/2 cups sugar 10 eggs 1 teaspoon mace 2 tablespoons flavoring 4 cups flour Bring all ingredients to room temperature. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and lightly flour tube pan. Cream butter and sugar. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add remaining ingredients, and mix well. Pour batter into pan and bake for 1 1/2 hours or until it tests done — you may need to cover it with foil half way through baking to prevent top from becoming too dark. Cool, remove from pan, and serve dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a fruit sauce and whipped cream. *Vanilla, orange, lemon extract Oh, by the way Elvis was spotted at the Variety Show. Word has it — he now resides on Mf- Salem Avenue. NSDAR Chapter Members Encouraged By LOUISA T. GROGAN I Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The Culpeper Minute Men Chapter, NSDAR, met on Tuesday, ■ Jan. 14 at the Culpeper United - Methodist Church in Culpeper with the Regent, Mrs. Irvin R. Kilby pre■ Siding. Hostesses for the afternoon were Mrs. George W. Bryson and Mrs. " Dan K. Shackelford. In the President General s message, read by Mrs. Douglas D. Fairfax, ; Mrs. Kemper urged members to renew 1 the spirit and expand the^vision of the ' DAR. She, also, spoke" of being invited to view the model of the beautiful memorial to black Revolutionary War ' patriots to be placed between the ’Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. Mrs. Randolph T. Dixon read, in the National Defense report, of the computer problems to be faced in banking, insurance, pensions, businesses, government agencies by the year 2000 and one of the worst scenarios concerns the IRS. In appreciation for the Culpeper Museum of History letting this chapter put on a large display for Constitution Week, it was voted to make a donation to the museum. Chapter member, Mrs. Dan K. Shackelford, has joined the organization of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation as a Field Representative, who, along with 1700 other representatives will be Sperryville Residents Visit Mrs. Harry Willoughly of ~<Tulpeper and Mrs. T.M. Johnston visited their brother, Mr. C.H. Tanner in the Evergreen Manor Nursing Home in Standardsville on Sunday. Mrs. Lisa Dodson and Amber were last Monday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins and Angie. '•* The Sperryville Volunteer Rescue ■-Squad is sponsoring a Valentine's din■ Tier on Feb. 15 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at . the Rappahannock County Elementary School. 1 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 40 By CATHY PULLEN 987-8746 years. For more information call 987-8495. Mr. Cecil Buracker of Luray was a Sunday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins and Angie, Ms. Phyllis Savoy of Arlington was a Friday guest in the Jenkins home and Mrs. Lee Anna Wharton was a recent guest of the Jenkins’. searching for service women to ensure that their service will be recognized and honored in this memorial. It will honor all women who have served in the United State Military since the Revolutionary War and was mandated by Congress in 1986. It is being built in the Nation's capital at the main entrance of the Arlington National Cemetery. The Foundation seeks to register the more than 1,800,000 U.S. women veterans featuring, photographs, records of service and mem orable stories. Three chapter members who have served in the military will be sponsored by the chapter. They are Anne Josephine Chelf (CDR), Cathryn Wiggins Knuepfer (Mrs. Dieter Carl) and Allison Purviance McCreedy (Mrs. Martin Joseph). The next meeting will be a Dutch Treat luncheon at the Holiday Inn, Culpeper at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11. MrS. Zillah Butowski needs to know by Feb. 7 how many will be attending. Steven Norman Promoted Steven R. Norman of Front Royal, formerly of Rappahannock has been promoted from director of information systems to vice-president of informations systems at Atlantic Food Services in Manassas. Steven is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel M. Norman of Woodville. jj-luujuu innnnru lhaht learn to Sew Over 360 Classes Call for a Complete Schedule GfciStreetfeFab ri cs Rockville, MD (301) 231-8998 Centreville, VA (703) 818-8090 Rockville Pike blw. Old Georgetown Rt. 66 to 28 North • 1.7 miles St Montrose • White Flint METRO to left on Westfields Blvd. HIGHLAND SCHOOL Excellence In Education Now Accepting Applications for Grades Pre-Kindergarten through Twelve o^cuiu SchonPc * • A porous, Weil h , P^SOt featl.^. curriculum baJanced college n.. *Ure* ®»»« classes ensuri Pepara‘oO' needs ensuring• WelI-quaJif5ed . 0n to,ndividuai Instructing • ’ ®xPerjenced Anj . ** Greek " Prent*> SP°*ish,Zg£e facu% Comp„ter instructio *. ^ ’ **«■ * festn!c«ooeif*aasiumd ,nd,vW“al sports * F'uancia7a^" avai,aMe d progl'aro available j^sssgisr. • • I 11 III ft— ■i.Mirtf* — For more information, call Austin Poole, Director of Admissions, Highland School (540)347-1221 597 BROADVIEW AVENUE WARRENTON, VA 20186 IPs an Investment Worth Investigating Upcoming Events RAAC-On-Tour Trip Set The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) is sponsoring a RAAC-ON-TpUR to New York March 14-15-16. Reservations must be made with RXAC (675-3182) by Jan. 31 to allow time to secure discounted Amtrak and theatre tickets and to make hotel arrangements. A sample of plays and museum exhibits currently in New York include: “Barrymore” starring Christopher Plummer; “How I Learned to Drive” with Mary Louise Parker and Johanna Day; “Aptony & Cleopatra” directed by Vanessa Redgrave; at the Metropolitan Museum, ‘The Glory of Byzantium and “Late Klee”; and at the Guggenheim, “Rrose is a Rrose is a Rrose: Gender Performance in Photography” featuring Man Ray. •o. RCHS To Sponsor Concert The Night of Blue’s Concert will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the Rappahannock County High School auditorium. The event is being sponsored by students against drunk driving. The cost is $3 for students and $5 for adults. For more information call 987-8575. 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 are Feb. 4, 6, 11 and 13 at the Rappahannock County High School auditorium at 3:30 p.m. In case of high school closing or early dismissal due to weather conditions, rehearsals will be canceled. For further information, please call the Extension Office at 675-3619 or Hazel Zinn-Day at 937-3185. Benefit Dance at RCHS Come enjoy a super evening of live entertainment by ‘The Southern Persuasion Band” at a benefit dance at Rappahannock County High School from 8 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. Bring your favorite dance partner and celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. Highlights of the evening will be: beautiful fresh roses for sale; door prizes; a raffle and refreshments. Admission is $5. All proceeds will go to the RCHS Athletic Department. Donations are welcomed. For ticket information please call Linda Dennis at 635-4461. Support Group To Meet The Blue Ridge Brain Injury support group will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 8 in the parish hall of the Trinity Episcopal Church. For more information, directions, transportation or Support call Pat Salmon at 6753137. Education Group To Meet The First Thursday Education Support Group will meet on Thursday! Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Extension Office on Gay Street. Please join the group as Raye Tupper, Principal, and Richard Smith, Assistant Principal, tell us what’s new, different and challenging at the Elementary School, as well as sharing their vision with us and answering questions. Bring a friend; all are welcome. If you have questions or items for the agenda; please call Ellen Neill-Dore at 675-1461. Spring Soccer Registration Save money, register now for spring soccer. Rappahannock Soccer League (RSL) encourages on-time registration by charging a $25 fee per child for all completed forms received before March 1 and a $35 fee for all late forms received March 1-14. All RCES students have received Spring 97 registration forms before Feb. 1. More forms are available at the RCES office and at Cabin Fever Bookstore in Sperryville. Registration is open to all children bom on and between Aug. 1, 1992 and July 31, 1983. Registration questions can be answered by Lorinda Bosch at 636-3580. Wakefield Homecoming Week Wakefield School is making preparations to celebrate homecoming on Friday, Feb. 7. That day the Fighting Owls will play Hearth in two basketball games scheduled at 4:30 p.m. (Girls Varsity) and 6 p.m. (Boys Varsity). Headmaster Peter Quinn and his wife Maryanne will host a Post-game Reception for Alumni, and a Homecoming Dance will be held at 8 p.m. that night. Activities leading up to Homecoming Day will include a cheer contest, Red and White day, other creative dress days, a banner contest, and a pep rally. Band Boosters To Meet The Rappahannock Band Boosters will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6 in the band trailer at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. All elementary and high school parents are invited. For more information call Dave Gillis at 987-8817. Learning Presentation Planned A presentation for teachers and parents on “Optimizing Learning_ Assisting Children to learn more effectively through Simple Techniques” will be given by Caroline Libby from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at Rappahannock County High School in the home economics room. The cost is $ 15. Teacher recertification credit will be awarded. Caroline Libby is Certified K-12 in language arts, math, and french: She is an Early Childhood Specialist and is currently teaching gifted students in Fauquier county. She is also trained in Neural Organization Technique. Parents of children with learning challenges are welcome! Call Laurie Marshall at 675-3267 if you have questions. Health Seminar Scheduled Hartland Wellness Center’s “Lifestyle to Health’ seminar will be held from 2:30 to 5 p.m. on Feb. 2, 9 and 16 at Culpeper Holiday Inn. To register call 672-3100, Ext. 240. Participants may bring guests; to be Cathy Lou Smith’s guest, call her at 937-5024. Excellent books on health are available for purchase at the end of each session. 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. 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 thpPractical Nursing Program that begins in September 1997. This is an 18' month course that prepares a graduate to take the National Council Licensure Examination.Call 825-0476 to register or for information. I ! Valentine's Day Dance Set Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #752 is proud to host a dance featuring Riverbottom from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight on Saturday, Feb. IS at Amissville Volunteer Fire Hall on US 211 in Amissville. Admission is $8 per person. B.Y.O.B. Seating is limited first come first served. For . more information call 825-5672. • •

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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: T Times-Community Newspapers • - Classified Department • • P.O.Box 359 - • Leesburg, VA 20178 \ I 19. 11. _20._ ADOmONAL WORDS 12. 1 Rentals Apartment Apartment for rent: 1 bedroom, large kitchen. No smokers. No pets. Located in Marshall. 5550/ month, plus utilities. Call Paul Lawrence 540-3642293. For Rent: Sperryville Area: 1 bedroom apartment. $325/ month. 9878789. Mlddleburg: In Town, ground floor, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, wood floors, washer / dryer hook-up, central air/heat, cable TV. Pets on approval. 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Rt.211,1 mile west of Post Office Amissville, VA. 540-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 70 Services, Misc Cash Nowtl We purchase mortgages, annuities, and business notes. Since 1984 highest prices paid. Free estimates, prompt professional service. Colonial Financial. 1800-969-1200 ext. 52 60 Pet Supplies 8sles fit Services Coming Soon CfflWS%^ Pet Directory Fo^All Your Pet Care, Supplies & Pet Sitting Needs. To Place Your Discounted Ad Call •00-852-4797, mmk tor Olootm 70 Services, Mi sc College student looking for housesitting opportunities. I will provide TLC for 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 BREVIOUS ROBERTS my husband, passed away on December 16, 1996 In Washington, D.C. I would like to thank all that came to be with me, it was of great comfort. Mamie R. Roberts 84 Automobiles 1987 Honda Accord OX, grey, 5-speed, A/C, cruise, good condition, runs great, $3000/ best offer. 540-439-2569. Chevy Cavalier Z24 1991, blue, auto, sunroof, all power, 75k miles, excellent condition. $6,500. (540)937-4452. Honda 95 Civic EX. 4door, 5-speed, 45,000 highway miles, fully loaded including extra accessories, 6 CD changer, split 5 star hms, spoiler, alarm, mon roof, mud flaps, and new tires. $14,900.00 Ask for Chris. 540-349-3381. Mercedes 1985 SEL: mint condition, low mileage, 104K, garage kept. (540)349-9225. ° SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts for cars and trucks Some new parts Motors, transmissions and parts Installed (If purchased here). Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. We 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. BM571 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, $5,800. (301) 739-2627 89 Parts/Accessories SAuto Parts$ Wholesale Business. Established concept. 95% cash sales. Exclusive prodects/territory/inventor y/extablished account. $40K minimum investment. Group 6. Contact Allen Carlson: 1800-739-3310. 91 Help Wanted SSAVONSS 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. $10,000+ possible! In a short period ot time. Call for free information. Not MLM or franchising. Extensive training and support. 1-800-414-6058 SAuto partsS Wholesale business. Established concept. 95% cash sales. Exclusive products/temtory /inventory/established accounts. $40K minimum investment. Group 6. Contact Allen Carlson: 1800-739-3310 91 Help Wanted Assemble arts, crafts and toys in your spare time. Also serving typing and computer work. Great pay. Call 1-800632-8007. 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. Be your own boss. Large profit potential. Earn $2500 part-time to $8000 full-time, processing insurance claims and billing for healthcare providers. Software purchase required, e-mail alixsandra @ aol.com. or call 1-800-292-4877. DATA AQUISITION Part time Rappahan-.. nock County Court House. Hours vary.' $6/hr. Daytime only-; weekdays. No experience required. Good handwriting and atten-; tion to detail necessary. Call: 800-366-1207 .; 10:00 am to 2 pm. DAYCAMP : CO-DIRECTOR RLEP and PEC natu-] ral history daycamp in' Rappahannock Coun-! ty seeking co-director' for Summer 1997, l mid-June to mid-July.' Naturalist preferred. Salary negotiable.! Send resume to: RLEP Camp 47 Dearing Road Flint Hill, VA 22627 or call Robin Purnell, 540-675-1531 ' for more information. ; Drivers sxp, O/O, Re-, cent school grads. 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Call 303-922-0098 Graphic Daslgner/Artlst Design Department of New York Company relocated to Virginia Countryside seeks very experienced graphic design artist to join team. Mac Illustrator a mustl To apply call 540-622-2000 X 101 between 8 am and 5 pm or mail/fax resume with salary history Director of Human Resources Pen-Tab Industries, Inc. 167 Kelley Drive Front Royal, VA 22630 Fax: 540-622-6411 LANDSCAPE FOREMAN Rapidly growing dcsign/build landscape firm in No.VA. is seeking experienced landscape foreman. Experience In plantings, timber walls, patios, walks, stone walls, grading, excavation and lighting required. Experience with masonry, carpentry, and irrigation desirable. Drivers license required, CDL a big plus. Year round position with health benefits included. Please fax or send resume to: American Home Landscape 4641 Sudlcy Road Catharpin, VA 20143-1229 ATTN: Linda Telephone: 703-754-2222 FAX: 703-754-2653 Equal Opportunity Employer ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT VAIL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION has an immediate need in Arlington for an experienced, well organized individual to directly support Program Manager. Requirements Include excellent interpersonal skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for a Macintosh environment Submit resume with salary requirement to: VAIL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION 5285 Shawnee Road, Suite 210 Alexandria, VA 22312 Attn: S-A (FAX) 703-642-1015 vrtcorpGlnterrramp.com US Citizenship EEO M/F/H/V Open the Door To a New and Exciting Opportunity Food Lion is looking for ambitious individuals for the following positions: Cashiers. Baggers. Perishable Clerks. Stockers, and Deli Clerks. Completed applications will be accepted Jan. 29 through Feb. 4 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, and 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Interviews will be held at store #378 located at Towne Center 616 Waterloo, Warrenton. We offer: • Competitive Wages •Advancement Potential •Flexible Schedules The Benefits are worth the Drive! Equal Opportunity Employer FARM HELP Trainer - FT Barn Staff - PT Call for details 540-825-4146 FARM MANAGER 100 ac. property, Charlottesville area. Looking to expand farming activities. Exp. with cattle, horses, landscaping and maint Pis call Bruce at 202-686-4787 Get paid to shop! Make $347 weekly...As “Mystery Shopper for local stores. Check friendliness. Shop for T.V.'s, Clothes, more! We pay for it.. You keep it! Call 313-458-5300 Ext. 19 (Calls refundable) 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 Insurance life agents & managers. $75,000+ No pyramids/APS. 99.8% issued, paid weekly, protected territdry, unique marketing concept, motivated prospects. Call us. Seeing is believing. 800296-5770 Kabooml We ll earn 20K our 10th month in our LifePlus business. We'll train you...No kits, fees, inventory, weekly meetings. FT/PT (800)6474915. 24 hour message. married women contestants wanted for 1997 Mrs. Virginia America Pageant. For free information, call 1-800-6888413. You must ask for Judy. MEALS SITE SUPERVISOR #7083-01 On-call position. Responsible for planning activities at Senior Nutrition sites. Human services experience preferred & knowledge of food service, record keeping, & knowledge of local community. $8.22/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon. 2/7/97, to: Human Resources RappahannockRapidan CSB 401 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA Minorities encouraged to apply. MECHANIC/ INSPECTOR Immediate opening for experienced front end alignment mechanic and VA state inspector. Good salary & benefits. Call: 540347-9687 MR/Residential Counselor II #6083-04 Part-time position at agency group home in Remington for developmentally disabled adults. Requires knowledge of behavioral programming & skill with adult consumer's with mental retardation. Day, evening, weekend & 24-hr. shifts. Associates degree in human services or equivalent experience. Hiring range: $9.91 -$11.14/hr. Apply with RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 2/7/97, to: , Human Resources RappahannockRapidan CSB 401 ST Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA Minorities are encouraged to apply. Public speaker. National company seeking someone to do fire safety programs for civic organizations. Excellent pay. Send resume to Masterguard 3106 Peters Ck. Rd Roanoke, VA 24019 EMPLOYMENT; Hello! Looking for something special? Well, so are we! We are looking for a bright, energetic, special person who has a “smiling" voice and a can-do attitude with a real knack for helping folks. We have a Receptionist position opening in our Herndon office near Dulles Airport for just such a special person. This person will have Merlin Phone system skills and full working knowledge of Microsoft Office 6.0 - 7.0, general office skills, and a preferred typing speed of 55 wpm. Benefits include health insurance and 401-k plan. Please fax resume with salary requirements to Patty Beech at 703-435-9754 or call 703-471-9597 for a telephone pre-interview only between the morning hours 10am to 12pm. Principals only. northern Virginia We are an Equal Opportunity Employer 101 Legal Notices 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. Rublnchak 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. icnmo ur omlc oasn 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 bein^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 for 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 HiiU-louse 306 N. West Street Culpeper, Virginia 22701 (703) 825-3838 1-15,1-22, 1-29, 2-5-97 *19351 TRUSTEE'S SALE OF STATE ROUTE 638, FLINT HILL, VA 226279303 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $103,500.00, with an annual interest rate of 9.875% from Nelson Lee Payne dated May 24, 1991, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for the COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK in Deed Book 185, Page 793, the undersigned appointed Substitute T rustee will offer for sale at public auction at the front of the Circuit Courthouse Building lor the COUNTY OF 101 Legal Notice* RAPPAHANNOCK, located Gay Street, front steps of Courthouse on February 19, 1997 at 5:00 P.M., the property with improvements to wit: All of that certain lot of land being in wakefield Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, and more particularly described as follows: Lot M, Debra Helen Estates, Containing 9.0364 Acres, more or less, as shown on that certain plat and servey entitled "House Location Survey Lot “M” Deborah Helen Estates Jackson District Rappahannock County, Virginia", dated May 15, 1991, prepared by Darryl G. Merchant, L.L.S., a copy of which plat is of record in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, in Deed Book 185 at page 798. and described in the above Deed of Trust. (Tax Map No. 14 1 M). TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder's deposit of $10,300.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier’s check. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustees may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. Loan type: CONV. Trustee's File No. 96-30654V. PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF VIRGINIA, Substitute Trustees, C/O SHAPIRO & BURSON, 760 Lynnhaven Parkway, Suite 201, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (804) 431-8881 Publication Dates: January 22, and 29,1997 #19927 ORDER OF PUBLICATION COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA Case No. 97-2 Rappahannock County, Circuit Court Robert J. O’Neill, Executor v. Jean Cognon and Wakefield Country Day School. The object of this suit is to: construe the Will of Eugene P. Cognon and appointment of Trustee and based on an affidavit filed herein, the Court finds that there exists sufficient grounds for causing service of process by publication. It is ORDERED that Jean Cognon appear at the above-named court and protect his interests on or before March 12, 1997. 1-17-97 Diane Bruce, Clerk A COPY-TESTE Diane Bruce, Clerk Margaret Ralph, Deputy Clerk 1-22,1-29, 2-5 & 2-12-97 #20572 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 all 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-222-480928, 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 #21449 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 all 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-222-480926, 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 *21452 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 all 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, supenor court case #R-222-480927, notice of same having been Lawfully served upon Defendant Danny M. Payne. Therefore, this matter is abated and all 101 Legal Notice* 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 #21455 Invitation for Bid*: Paving of Rappahannock County Library Driveway & Parking Area The Rappahannock County Library Board of Trustees is soliciting bids on services to provide an asphaltic concrete surface to the Rapahannock County Library driveway and parking area located on Rt. 683, Library Road, in Washington, VA. The successful bidder shall comply with the terms contained in the Invitation for Bids issued by the Trustees of the Rappahannock County Library. Copies of the complete IFB and the General Terms and Conditions are available from the office listed below. A prebid meeting will be held for any prospective bidders with questions or requests for additional information on Friday, February 21 at 9:00 AM at the Library facility. Attendance is not required in order to bid on the work herein described. No prequalification is required for this contract. All bids should be submitted on a form (included with the General Terms and Conditions documents) clearly identifying the company providing the service, be signed by the principal of the firm, and shall note any exclusions or limitations: The basis for the bid shall also be stated.; for this agreement, a final and complete finished price shall be stated. All bids must be received at the County Administrator's Office, Old Extension Office, 290 Gay Street, P.O. Box 519, Washington, VA 22747 by Monday, February 24, 1997, by 3:00 PM, at which time they will be opened and publicly read. The terms of Competitive Sealed Bidding as set forth in the Virginia Public Procurement Act shall apply. The Library Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. BY ORDER OF: Rappahannock County Library Board of Trustees 1-29, 2-5 & 2-12-97 #21536 Too Late to Classify Found: Sunday, January 26th, on Route 671, adult Male Terrier mix, Buff colored, unaltered, about 7 years old, no collar. (703)777-9451 Extension 431. I MkA I wo c ^ o a-2 < a> U •*“ O D O £ > = _J C/5 _] a> UJ *C/0 O) 0-5 £ a> > .£ cd *5b h" C/5 HD • ■■ C/5 CD ns Archie Clatterbuck Rev. Archie Edward Clatterbuck, 80, died on Sunday, Jan. 26 at Maple Lawn Home in Mint Springs, Va. Rev. Clatterbuck was bom on Oct. 22, 1916, in Sperryville to the late Ashby and Maggie Clatterbuck. Rev. Clatterbuck retired from Arlington County Schools. He was founder and former pastor of Gid Brown Hollow Pentecostal Church. He also pastored Massanova Pentecostal Church, Raccoon Ford Pentecostal Church, Eggbomsville Pentecostal Church and Culpeper Full Gospel Church. Rev. Clatterbuck was involved with missions for 29 years in the country of Mexico. During that time he founded Templo Horeb Pentescotes Iglecia. He hosted the Amissville Gospel Singers radio program for 33 years on Big K radio, WKCW in Warrenton. Rev. Clatterbuck is survived by three daughters, Dorothy Foster of Gordonsville, Betty Hernandez of Castleton, and Ruth Hernandez of Culpeper; two son-in-laws, Jose Hernandez of Castleton and Antonio Hernandez of Culpeper. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Violet Wood of Orange, Lori Peregory and Daniel of Rapidan, Elvis Foster of Charlottesville, Marta Hernandez of Amissville, Tony and Angelita Hernandez of Culpeper and Hose Hernandez, II of Castleton and four great-grandchildren, John Wood, II, Michael Wood, Brittany Wood and Loren Peregory. Additional survivors include two brothers, David Clatterbuck of Culpeper and Roy Clatterbuck of Bealeton; one sister, Lucille Gray of Culpeper and numerous nephews, nieces and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Annie Virginia Clatterbuck; seven brothers, Elmer Clatterbuck, Harry Clatterbuck, Carroll Clatterbuck, Albert Clatterbuck and James Clatterbock and one sister, Josie Clatterbuck.. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 7-9 p.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Home,* 850 Sperry ville Pike in Culpeper. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 11 a.m. at Found and Sons Chapel with Rev. Herbert Leach, Rev. Ronnie Sipes, Rev. Howard Blackburn and Rev. L.D. Savage officiating. Pallbearers named are nephews, Gary Whorton, Forrest Whorton, Martin Whorton, grandsons, Tony Hernandez, Jose Hernandez, II and granddaughter, Lori Peregory. Honorary pallbearers are Richard Compton, Jack Compton, Sillus Chapman, Johnny Bragg and Buddy Whorton. Found and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Dorothy Bowers Dorothy Mae Bowers, 71, of Lignum, died on Thursday, Jan. 23 at her residence. She was bom May 30, 1925, in Rappahannock County. She was a homemaker. She was predeceased in death by her father, Addie Dodson; her motheF, Myrtle Dodson; her husband, John Russell Bowers and a son, Ashby ’Bowers, Jr. She is survived by three daughter, Dottie Mae Fincham of Culpeper, Elizabeth Ann Blankenbaker* of Manassas and Janet Marie Thorpe of Lignum; two sons, Robert Lee Bowers and John Russell Bowers, Jr., botlC oJ Culpeper, 22 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Marthie Bowers of Centreville. j. Funeral services were held on Sunday, Jan. 26 at the Clore-Geest Funeral Home in Culpeper with the Rev. William Smith. . - ! Clore-Geest Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Samanatha Falls Celebrates On Thursday Noel Johns, Brittaney Buchholz of Amissville and Sarah Hetzer ot Boston helped Samanatha Falls celebrate her seventh birthday. They made pizza, played with Barbie dolls and watched a movie. Her parents, Tim and Edie Falls and brother, Robert were later joined by Mrs. Ruth Clark, Bobby and Sarah Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo of Washington and Jimmie and Myrtle Falls for birthday cake and ice cream. On Sunday evening Charles and Pat Wharton entertained Walter and Kim Kilby, Michael Baader and Kathy Hudson to watch the Super Bowl. Rev. and Mrs. Starke Jones were in' Richmond on Wednesday to visit Rev. Jones' sister, Mrs. Doris Mosher. The WMU of the Wood vi lie Baptist Church met Thursday, Jan. 16 at the home of Mrs. Wilhelmine Price. For Woodville news, call Mrs. June Clark at 987-8827. 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 40’ X 75' X14' • Materials only, FO.B. factory • Freight, erection, tax and foundation extra • Price does not include accessories as shown Lu L BUILDERS INC. 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Resolutions and Changes By CHRISTINE KASTAN Rappahannock News Contributing Writer That time of year is upon us now as we think of the parts of our lives we would like to change. This list, long or short, becomes the resolutions we vow to ourselves and others. This article will focus on a three word resolution as it relates to our dietary (eating) practices. Nutritionists have long used the words; Variety, Balance and Moderation in describing a personal positive approach to one's diet. Picture the Food Guide Pyramid in your mind and how it is divided from the large bottom or base (breads, cereal and pasta) up to the next level (fruits and vegetables), then the milk and meat level. The pyramid is capped by the smallest section (concentrated fats and sugars). With this picture think about the first word variety and ask yourself if you are eating foods from each of these groups and levels. Secondly, think about the foods within these groups. Is your variety in vegetables for example, hash browns for breakfast, fries for lunch and a baked potato for dinner? The next word in the resolution is balance. Stability is produced with balance and in the case of diet it means getting the right proportions that our bodies' need for good health. A look at the recommended number of servings from each food group in the food guide pyramid is a good place to start. Another way to look at balance is by following the 1995 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. These describe in more detail the relationship of diet and exercise to achieve balance. The third and last word in the resolution is moderation. Webster describes it as avoiding extremes of behavior or expression. Regarding the diet it relates to the amounts of foods we eat. According to a recent article in "Food Insight," Winter, 1996, a discussion among food professionals said, "too much emphasis has been placed on extreme measures, such as avoiding fats. Consequently, consumers tend to overcompensate for using low fat foods by overeating, thereby increasing calorie intake." Once again refer to the food guide pyramid for serving sizes to be able to achieve moderation. Variety, balance and moderation sounds simple, right? Well, it sounds simple but changing long standing dietary habits does take hard work. The payoffs though, is a healthieryou! Contact me Christine Kastan <Ur 6753619 for more information andra copy of the food guide pyramid^/ Volunteer Tax Help is on the Way . , By CHRISTINA KASTAN Extension Agent Along with the beginning of 1997 comes a five letter word that many citizens have come to dislike. The word is taxes. The new year rolls around and in the mail comes our W-2, 1099 and other necessary documents to file fedetar and state income tax returns. Some find the forms confusing and difficult to fill out and file. This year four; volunteers have been hard at work in Rappahannock County to complete an Internal Revenue Service training course and exam to assist individuals in filing their basic tax returns. Starting in February and running thru April 15 a site will be open in Rappahannock County for individuals and families on low and fixed incomes or those 60 and over to get Methodist Women Met The United Methodist Women of the Flint Flill United Methodist Church met on Monday with Mrs. Mabel Lillard for their January meeting. Those present were Gaynelle Russell, Louise McCulloch, Mary Curtis, Alice Pullen, Artis East, Candy Lamma, Barbara Gentry and Mary Frances Bywaters. The program for By POLLY AYLOR >, < 987-8136 the meeting was led by Artis East. Jtfr. and Mrs. Franklin Hawkins of ericksburg were Wednesday visitors or the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Lillard. Visitors on Tuesday were Clyde Lillard and Mabel Lillard. Cathy Hudson, Frances Hudson and Mary Hickerson visited Larry Clark at Front Royal on Sunday. Larry is recuperating at home after recent hospitalization. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have worship service on Sunday, Feb. 2 at 11:15 a.m. with communion. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Lunch Menus RCES Monday, Feb. 3: vegetarian beans and franks, french fries, coleslaw and biscuit. *• TUesday, Feb. 4: chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese sandwich, fresh veggie and dip and fruit Wednesday, Feb. 5: grilled ham and cheese, hash browns and cherry pixie pie. • I Thursday, Feb. 6: chicken pattie on bun, potato rounds and green beans. • Friday, Feb. 7: spaghetti/garlic bread, steamed com and choice of fruit. : JRCHS t; Monday, Feb. 3: fried chicken and biscuit, mashed potatoes and buttered peas or pizza and choice of fruit. ! I TUesday, Feb. 4: pork barbecue on bun» french fries and coleslaw or hamburger on bun, french fries and fruiL ' ."Wednesday, Feb. 5: com dogs, potato rounds and blueberry cobbler or chicken.'pattie on bun, potato rounds and fruit ‘ l Thursday, Feb. 6: lasagne/garlic bctad, garden tossed salad and choice of fruit or hot dog on bun or fish nuggets and fhei * Friday, Feb. 7: taco's, hash browns, chilled peaches and cookie or cheeseburger on bun, hash browns and fruit. • - ' a their returns completed. The service is free and available on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesdays from 10 a m. to 12 noon. The location for this free income tax assistance is the Rappahannock County Library, 4 Library Road, Washington. Anyone that qualifies for the Earned Income Credit (or thinks they do) can come and find out. This service is for people completing basic tax forms. It is important to bring the necessary documents with you to the site: 1996 Tax Package and Label, AIL W-2 and 1099 Forms, Last Year's Tax Return and any Deduction and Credit Information. The contact phone for questions is 675-3780. This program is sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension, American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Foundation, and Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently. Arthur Henry Digges, Jr. and wife to Margery A. Manuli, parcel two, 25 acres, Jackson District. $94,000. Julia Quaintance Wood to Henry Barnett Wood Jr. and others, 2.323 undivided interest in 152 acres, Stonewall District. Deed of Gift. Virgie L. Ubben to Raymond B. Fogle and wife, Rappahannock and Warren Counties. $12,000. Sarah E. Williams to George Noah Williams, .093 acres, more or less, Wakefield District. Deed of Gift. Steven Bert Berger and wife to Rhonda J. Hoenmans, 3.9 acres, Stonewall District. $200,000. Irma L. Hensley to Steven Lee Hensley, one percent undivided interest in 534.4793 acres, Deed of Gift. Mary G. Latham to James Richard Latham, Jr., 2.3 percent undivided interest in 140 acres, Jackson District. Deed of Gift. Mary G. Latham to William Clifford Latham, 2.1 percent undivided interest in 113 acres, Jackson District. Deed of Gift. Mary G. Latham to Judith L. Armentrout, 2.3 percent undivided interest in 140 acres, Jackson District. Deed of Gift. ' - .... v,i ^ i\< ' ■- /y. X .. Xr^-. ^ <'*3^ '% A' >e >y £ t J ^'_, ^^%- v ^•Sy^v,\ $;.? ' •?, *'' ^ * ' f ' ' ^ i ' ■. ' V'-^-'^'t Only $4.60 per week C^A A7 C 222Q Next Deadline for a 1 inch space O^U'C) / D“ OOOO February 23 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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