Rappahannock News, August 20, 1997

Rappahannock County *s Newspaper Since 1877 Phone (540) 675-3338 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20,1997 Times Community Newspapers 50 cents 4 9 V ■ lanner roposes ommittee I By Galen C. McBride f Rappahannock News Staff Writer I On Monday, Aug. 25, at 7:30 p.m., a joint session of the Town Council and the Tbwn Planning Commission will be held in the town hall on Gay Street to discuss a draft proposal submitted by professional town planner Milton Herd. Mr. Herd’s report, which is available from Kay Kohler at the town hall, outlines what he thinks are the steps required to develop a new Comprehensive Plan for the town. The current plan is due to be revised or replaced next year. Councilman Ray Gooch, chairman of the Town’s | Future Committee, thinks that one of the most I important aspects of the draft proposed is the 12-15 | person citizens’ Steering Committee that will work ; with Mr. Herd. Made up of selected members of the Tbwn Council, the Planning Commission, and the Architectural Review Board, with four to six volunteer citizens, the Steering Committee’s goal will be to produce an approved Comprehensive Plan that will address the town’s needs for the next 10-20 years. The proposal contains a scope of services that can be used to assist the town in its goal-setting and planning efforts, which Mr. Herd calls “visioning.” Mr. Herd recommends that the entire planning process be open, both in fact and in perception. Mr. Gooch emphasized that “public involvement is critical to the success of this plan.” Each of the items in the proposal is individually costed so the scope of the plan can be refined to meet the town’s expectations and budget. Certain items have already been identified for modification. The project is expected to begin this October, with completion by May 1998. Under consideration is a possible extension of that date to Sept. 30,1998, to allow participation by the next Tbwn Council. The council is actively soliciting volunteers to serve on the Steering Committee. Membership is not restricted to inhabitants of the town. Anyone from the county who has a genuine interest in the future of the community, particularly if they work ' or own businesses in town, would be very welcome. Once the Steering Committee has been formed, it will replace the Town’s Future Committee. Two or three members of that committee will join the Steering Committee to provide continuity in the process. Citizens who are interested in volunteering for the Steering Committee should contact Kaye Kohler at the town hall, 675-3128, before the meeting. Old Rag Bulletins On Sunday, Aug. 24 at 7 p.m., the Washington Volunteer Fire Department plans a commissioning ceremony of its brand new pumper fire truck. Drinks and light snacks will be provided along with demonstrations of the department’s various pieces of equipment. The public is invited. Happenings This Week • Aug. 24, from 1-5 p.m. an opening reception for an exhibit of the personal collection of National Geographic photographer Joseph Scherschel will be held at the Glassworks Gallery in Sperryville. The gallery is open Thursday through Sunday, 12 to 6 p.m. • Aug. 25, at 7:30 p.m., a joint session of the Town Council and the Tbwn Planning Commission will be held in the town hall to discuss planner Milton Herd’s proposal for the steps required to develop a new Compre-hensive Plan for the town. All interested people from the town or the surrounding community, are encouraged to attend. • Aug. 27, at 6:30 p.m., kindergarten orientation at RCES. • Aug. 28, book day for RCHS and RCES will be held at RCES fropi 2 to 5 p.m. and from 6 until 8 p.m. Rappahannock News P O Boa 59 Washington. Va. 22747 (540) 675-333* (540) 675-3088 (fax) Rappahannock County schools will have eight new teachers this year. They are, from left, Mike Weir, Lois Markee, Sharon Sielski, Rappahannock News Staff Photo/CARL EBORN Robin Campbell, Joanna Tracy, Eileen Jurand, Susan Payne and Denise Weyant. They are looking forward to school starting. New teachers welcomed to county By Mary Beth Martin Rappahannock News Staff Writer Smiling , and lull of enthusiasm the new „ faculty members of Rappahannock’s school system are preparing to begin their first year. Their names and faces, though unfamiliar now, will be well known to the children and parents within the next few months. The new kindergarten teacher, Denise Weyant, 39, came to Rappahannock through the recommendations of friends and she likes the community here. She sees the small school system in Rappahannock as an advantage. Mrs. Weyant graduated with a BA. in early childhood and has earned a masters degree in early childhood and reading from Edinboro University in Pennsylvania. She taught in the Fairfax County Schools and also, at the Grafton School in Berryville. She lives in Stephens City with her family. Her husband is a primary grade teacher in tiie Fairfax County Schools and they have two daughters, 7- and 11-years old. Canoeing is the sport her whole family ei\joys. Lois Markee said she eiyoys_the amenities of a rural community. She is going to teach fifth grade. Mrs. Markee received both B.A. and masters degrees in elementary education at James Madison University. She is presently working on a doctorate in educational leadership at East Tennessee State University. ' She recently moved to Washington, Va. after living in Tennessee. Mrs. Markee is married with two sons and likes to hike, canoe and read in her spare time. When asked why he came to Rappahannock, Mike Weir, 40, said, “After hiking half of the Appalachian Trail, I wanted to be near the mountains.” He taught for five years in Warren County and resides in Front Royal with his wife. He received his B.A. in sociology from the Colledge of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio, teaching certification from Ashland University, and he just completed a master’s degree in Middle School Education at James Madison University. He is going to teach grade 7. He likes volleyball and coaching wrestling and calls himself an avid backpacker. Sharon Sielski, 41, has a B.A. from Clarion University and a masters degree from the University of Pittsburg, both in special education. She is going to teach special education. She is a runner who likes to be outdoors and she likes to play baseball. She enjoys volunteering for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and mentally retarded organizations. When asked why she was attracted to the area, Ms. Sielski said she is a Civil War buff, she loves the beauty of the area and she has friends in Virginia. She now lives in Washington, Va. Joanne Tracy, 24, came to the area because her husband was transferred to the Dominion Semi-Conductor Plant in Manassas. See TEACHERS, Page A6 Council seeks solution to water woes By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Washington Tbwn Council continues to make progress on key issues affecting the health and future welfare of town residents and businesses. ■ •, In a lightly attended session last Wednesday, the council heard Roger Cronin of Richmond-based Greeley and Hansen Engineering. Mr. Cronin discussed ongoing problems with the town’s water distribution system, particularly the need for dependable electrical power and increased storage capacity for fire protection. The present reservoir contains only enough water for about an hour of pumping. Drawing directly from the wells does not create sufficient pressure for the fire hydrants. This is critical in a town where so many of the buildings are wood construction. The water problems are not a health issue. Mr. Cronin stressed that the town’s water supply fully meets health department regulations. However, uncontrolled leakage within the system cost the town over half a million gallons of potable, billable water during the month of July alone. This, coupled with repairs, is a significant financial loss for the community. Mr. Cronin’s company submit ted recommendations to Councilman Steve Critzer who is working the issue. Estimates for the various options were in the $100,000 to $200,000 range. Improvements, starting with the electrical work, could be made in phases. Mr. Critzer’s concerns also include the need for improved accessibility to Wellhead No. 3 for repairs and possible installation of automatic pressure monitoring gauges. Mr. Cronin could not estimate the remaining life expectancy of the pumps but encouraged the council to make sure that both wells are used regularly to keep the machinery functioning. He also pointed out that “submersibles just go bad” without warning and that pressure monitoring systems with dial-up notification components are becoming more affordable. Earlier in the week, Mayor Stew Willis met with a representative of the Virginia Rural Water Association concerning possible approaches to addressing the town’s problems. The VRWA provides many services, such as leak detection and systems analysis, free to member communities. The council will consider the VRWA recommendations before making See COUNCIL, Page A6 School opening next month due to roof delays By Mary Beth Martin Rappahannock News Staff Writer The delay in opening school in Rappahannock is due to a delay on the new roof at the high school, said Dr. David Gangel at last week’s School Board meeting. Dr. Gangel, superintendent of schools, told the board the Rappahannock Public Schools will open on Tuesday, Sept. 2, one week later than previously scheduled. The metal roof is being prefabricated according to specifications at a plant in Tennessee and is scheduled to arrive on Aug. 21. The large equipment being used to erect the roof would pose a danger to students on the school grounds. For their safety, Dr. Gangel decided to postpone the opening of school one week. There will still be 180 scheduled school days and the last day of school remains, as originally scheduled, June 11. Book Day for both the high school and elementary schools will be held at the Rappahannock County Elementary School on Thursday, Aug. 28 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Several holidays and workdays (Oct. 16, Nov. 11 and 26, Dec. 19 and Feb. 16) have been changed into school days. The old roof has been removed from the high school auditorium and a membrane is protecting the building from rain until the metal roof is installed. If there is an extended period of rain causing work to be delayed further, there could be a later opening date. The contractor, Hale and White, has pledged to work 20 hour days, if necessary, to complete the roof by Sept. 2, Dr. Gangel told the board. However, there was no penalty clause in their contract if work was not completed by a stated date. Apparently, a large quantity of dust fell out of the roof as it was being removed created more of a problem for clean up. Since asbestos abatement was being conducted, See SCHOOL, Page Aft

The following cases were heard in the General District Court on Tuesday, Aug. 5 and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Sherry Lynn Corbin, no seat belt, $25. John Arthur Demain, 68/55, $39/30, no seat belt, $25. Mark Anthony Dopson, no seat belt, $25. Edward Franklin Edwards, seat belt violation, $25. David Austin Eversole Jr., defective equipment, $35/40. Alan Ray Figgins, no seat belt, $25. Sheri Renee Fischel, no seat belt, $25. Pamela Lynn Fishman-Kahn, 71/55, $47/30. Diane E. Fleming, defective equipment, $35/40. Stuart Graham Flower, 69/55, $42/30. Lyndsey Rebecca Fox, 69/55, $42/30. John Carmelo Franzese, 74/55, $56/30. Dwayne Douglas Gardner, 68/55, $39/30, no seat belt, $25, child restraint, $50. Wilbert Leslie Garner, child restraint, $50, no seat belt, $25. Kevin Bryan Gentry, fail to display two plates, $20/30, seat belt violation, $25. Nathan Mathew Gibbons, improper decal, $30/40, seat belt violation, $25. Ludy Gonzales, seat belt violation, $25. Muart Gorgunner, 65/55, $30/30. Harry A. Griffith, defective equipment, $30/30, no seat belt, $25. David Anthony Hands, expired inspection, $35/40, no operator’s licenses in possession, complied with law. Gregoiy Lynn Harper, seat belt violation, $25. Roy Wayne Hodges, seat belt violation, $25. William Burgess Holley, 68/55, $39/30. Volker Hollman-Schirrmacher, 74/55, $57/30. Gregory Shane Hunt, expired inspection, $24/30, no registration in possession, complied with law. William Albert Jones Jr., 65/55, $30/30, seat belt violation, $25. Juanita W. Kelley, 71/55, $47/30. Su Yon Kim, 66/55, $32/30. Michael Andrew Kroskie, reckless driving, 78/55, $100/40, seat belt violation, $25. David Lee Lawson, reckless driving, 78/55, no registration in possession, continued to Sept. 2. David Edward Layman Jr., 67/55, $36/40, seat belt violation, $25. Linda Fincham Leavell, child safety violation, $50, seat belt violation, $25. Rene Inez Lukitsch, 65/55, $30/40. Omar Ahmad Manna, 71/55, $48/40, no seat belt, $25, no child restraint, $50. Larry James Martin, 73/55, $54/40, no registration in possession, complied with law, seat belt violation, $25. Janet Jacobs Mason, reckless driving, 78/55, $100/30, seat belt violation, $25. Patricia Ann McGlothlin, seat belt violation, $25. Harold Faul McLarnon, 74/55, $56/30, no registration in possession, complied with law. Thomas Benjamin Mikulski, defective equipment, $30/29. Lawrence Francis Miller, 67/55, $36/40. Thomas H. Miller, 67/55, $36/30. Raymond Lynn Monk, 71/55, $48/30. Peter Augustin Moznich, 67/55, $36/40. Peter Quick Nyce Jr., 67/55, $36/30. Sung Ho Ock, 71/55, $48/30, no seat belt, $25. Timothy Brian Oconnor, 68/55, $39/30, overlength, $30/30. Kristopher C. Orendorff, 72/55, $51/40, no valid inspection, $35/2. Alexandre Ossipov, 71/55, $48/40. Recep Y. Ozbas, 68/55, $39/30, seat belt violation, $25. Mark William Pack, seat belt violation, $25. James Patrick Parrett, reckless driving, 78/55, $100/40, child restraint violation, $50, seat belt violation, $25. Deborah Ann Patterson, no inspection, $25/30. Ralph Lee Pearson Jr., driving under influence, reckless driving, 80/55, no seat belt, continued to Oct. 14. Robert Charles Price, 67/55, $36/30. Khasru Rahman 66/55, $33/30. Gredale Maxine Rector, seat belt violation, $25. Mauricio Rodriguez, 71/55, seat belt violation, continued to Sept. 2. Steven Franklin Rohrback, attempt to elude, 60 days jail/52 suspended, $100, reckless driving/pass on double line, 30 days jail suspended, $100/2. Gary Homes Rust, 65/55, $30/30, no seat belt, $25. Thomas J. Shaw, 74/55, $57/30, no seat belt, $25. Edward Lee Shiflett Jr., defective equipment, $35/40. Lester Smallwood, no child restraint, $50. Brian Keith Smeltzer, defective equipment, $30/30, no registration in possession, complied with law, seat belt violation, $25. Charles Louis Smith Jr., 68/55, $25. The following fire and rescue calls were routed throughout the dispatch center during this past week: Aug. 11: 9:02 a.m., auto accident, Route 604, Boston, Sperryville VFD and VRS,Castleton VFD; 4:20 p.m., overdose, Route 622, Castleton, Castleton VFD and Amissville VFD; 4:34 p.m., sickcall, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD, Flint Hill VFD; 9:49 p.m., chest pains, Route 231 Sperryville, Flint Hill VFD and Washington VFD. Aug. 12: 1:01 a.m., difficulty breathing, U.S. 211, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS arid Washington VFD; 2:33 r p.m., sickcall, U.S. 211, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS, Washington VFD. Aug. 14: 7:14 p.m., auto accident, U.S. 211, Sperryville, Sperryville VFD and VRS. Aug. 15: 1:16 p.m., head injury, U.S. 211, Amissville, Amissville VFD and Flint Help VFD. Aug. 16: 11:34 a.m., difficulty breathing, Route 651, Sperryville, SperryvilleVRS; 5:46 p.m., vehicle fire, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD, Sperryville VFD and VRS; 7:34 p.m., auto accident, Route 641 Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD and Washington VFD; 8:07 p.m., unconscious person, U.S. 211, Sperryville, RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NOTICE OF CHANGED MEETING DATE Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting date of the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors for September, 1997 has been changed from Monday, September 1 to Wednesday, September 3. The general business meeting shall be held at 2:00 p.m. with Public Hearings at 7:00 p.m., both at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. 18 LOG CABIN HOME PACKAGES TO BE SOLD AT... 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Elsewhere in the U.S...*24. Name Address City_;_State Zip Mail subscriptions repayable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: aappahatmodi Heins, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 Old Address: This form may also be used for > CHANGE OF ADDRESS New Address: I The Rappahannock News {ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, 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, PQ. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD.' Aug. 17: 4:17 a.m., public service, Town of Front Royal, Chester Gap VRS; 12:10 p.m., chest pains, U.S. 211 Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD; 9:03 p.m., unconscious person, U.S. 522, Huntly, Chester Gap VFD and Flint Hill VFD. • The following calls came through the Rappahannock Sheriff’s Office during this past week: Aug. 4: conservation/animals, U.S. 600, Sperryville; traffic accident, Route 604, Boston; stray livestock/horses, Route 637, Amissville; stray livestock/horses, Route 608, Sperryville; lost/missing dog, Route 600, Sperryville; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, Route 621, Woodville; neighborhood disputes, U.S. 522, Woodville; extra patrole/welfare check, U.S. 522, Woodville; citizen requested assitance,, U.S. 211. Sperryville; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 622, Castleton; business, Route 231, Sperryville; business, U.S. 211 Amissville; open door/window, U.S. 522, Flint Hill. Aug. 12: fire alarm, Main Street, Washington; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; stray cat or dog, Route 662, Washington; family fights, U.S. 211 Sperryville; vehicle theft, U.S. 211 Washington; citizen assists free text, U.S. 211 Sperryville; information/general, Gay Street, Washington; conservation/animals, Route 614, Washington; citizen requested assistance, U.S. 211, Washington; extra patrol/welfare check, Route 642, Viewtown; information/general, Route 653, Sperryville; ^ABERDEEN BARN Located in the Holiday Inn, Rt. 29 South, Culpeper 825-1037 IWI , ABERDEEN v BARKS. i,1 x>; ., Wednesday Night Prime Rib j ** Thursday Night Steak Dinner Special New York Strip, Salad, /h<| a Potato &. Onion Rings vpXvr«/3 FARM EQUIPMENT & VEHICLE AUCTION Saturday, August 23, 1997 • 10:00 a.m. ' i . . Rain or Shine !!!! ■Directions from Culpeper: Rt. 15 south 5 miles. Left on Rt. 649 (Cedar Mountain Dr ), go 1.5 miles. Bear right (continue on Cedar Mtn Dr.) and go to end of road. Sale on right. TRACTORS, LOADER, SKIDDER, ETC. John Deere 4420 Combine, Diesel, w/444 corn head 213 flex head and dial-a-matic height control 4020 John Deere Tractor, gas 5000 Ford Diesel Tractor, power steering John Deere 2020 Tractor w/2stage clutch Deutz-Allis 4 wheel drive tractor, 1,113 hours Westendorf TA26 loader w/6' bucket & forks Deutz D3006 Tractor, 1,890 hours John Deere 440C Skidder (mid 80 model), completely rebuilt engine with new injector pump Rubber Tire Hough pay loader Log trailer, built in 1993 VEHICLES Ford F-6 1 1/2 ton truck, 1950 Chevy C-30 1 ton truck, 1963 Ford F-700 2-ton truck w/dump, 1968 Chevrolet C-60 2-ton, 1965 Ford F100, P/U, 1971 1972 GMC 6V53 Detroit truck, 10 speed Road Ranger w/log body 19/9 International Road Tractor EQUIPMENT John Deere Max Emerge 7000 no-till planter w/bean cups John Deere flat bed wagon Krone/nlemeyer 16' hay tedder Birllion Cultipacker 8 ft. John Deere 3800 Forage Harvester two row head John Deere 125 Chuck Wagon w/1064 gear Gobey silage wagon Homemade two wheel trailer Century 300 gal. sprayer John Deere 350 Plow, Hydraulic reset New Holland T pull type sickle mower model 355 John Deere 3 pt. springtooth 12‘ F500 John Deere 953 running gear AU40 front mount cultivator for John Deere 2020 John Deere C381 spin spreader Danuser post driver, 3 pt. Fox hopper blower w/pipes 55'-60’ Cardinal grain conveyer Cardinal grain conveyer, 15‘ GVM stainless spreader, lime & fertilizer John Deere 210 Disc 350 John Deere T sickle bar mower, 3pt. 277 New Holland Baler Dew Eze hydraulic bale pickup Round bale transporter Dura Built bale transporter 488 New Holland haybine 8430 International baler (like new) Case 3' backhoe bucket (like new) Model 279 8' bushog International #9 hammer mill «.«/(• ui vinvr mime, iwmm 100 numerous to mention. NOTE: Al announcements from the auction block take precedence over any advertisements or prior statements. SPECIAL NOTE: DO NOT PARK ON ROAD THE DAY Of AUCTION BECAUSE ROAD IS USED BY HEAVY TRUCKS FROM STONE QUARRY, EVEN ON SATURDAYS. FOLLOW SIGNS FOR HELD PARKING. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Payment on equipment on the day ol sale by cash, certified funds, personal check with bank letter of guarantee, or other means acceptable to the auctioneer. Owner; Gary Dowll, ptu* consignment* from 4 other atllon. Bennett Realty & Auction 14434 Germanna Highway Culpeper, Virginia 22701 • (540) 825-4554 Lawrence K. Bennett. CAI (540) 825-2541 _ Lie. #551 information/general Route 640, Amissville. Aug. 13: information/general, Route 677, Flint Hill; stray cat or dog, Route 622, Washington; business, U.S. 211, Washington; lost/missing dog, U.S. 211 Washington; citizen requested assistance, Route 1000, Sperryville; information/general, U.S. 211, Amissville; information/general, Route 600 Sperryville; reckless driving, Route 707, Slate Mills; larceny, U.S. 522 Huntly; assist Culpeper County Sherrif Office, U.S. 211, Amissville. Aug. 14: public service, U.S. 211, Sperryville; stranded motorist, U.S. 211, Washington; harassing communication, Route 622, Washington; stray cat or dog, Route 637, Amissville; public service, U.S. 211, Amissville; public service, U.S. 522, Linden; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, Route 231, Sperryville; firing weapon, Route 729 Ben Venue; information/general, U.S. 522, Huntly; traffic offense/citation, Route 610, Chester Gap; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, Route 729, Ben Venue; conservation/animals, Route 622 Huntly; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; larceny from building, Rout 729, Ben Venue; information/general, U.S. 211, Sperryville; other police/in state, Route 729, Amissville. Aug. 15: information/general, U.S. 211, Washington; open door/window, U.S. 211, Washington; conservation/envi TA 1.68 Acres Comer Lot ABSOLUTE AUCTION /▼Wtj Wed. Sept 3,10 a.mS 338' road frontage on Rt 17 Bealeton, VA Call: 703-361-9014 Ask for: Toni Truschel Auction by: The Taft Corp. & Fred Reger Auctions #397 | ronment, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; extortion/threat injure person, U.S. 522 Flint Hill; information/general, Main Street, Washington; gas theft, U.S. 211 Amissville; accidental injury, U.S. 211 Amissville; extra patrol/welfare check, Main Street, Washington; suspicious person/vehicle/incident, Route 707, Slate Mills; noise disturbance, Route 611, Amissville. Aug. 16: public service, Town of Washington; citizen requested assistance, Route 600, Sperryville; harassing communication, Town of Washington; stray cat or dog, Route 600, Sperryville; public service, Sperryville; hit and run, U.S. 522 Huntly; larceny from vehicle, Route 600, Sperryville; information/general, U.S. 211 Business; information/general, Route 643 Amissville; traffic accident, Route 729 and Gore Road, larceny from vehicle, U.S. 211, Sperryville; family fights, U.S. 211, Sperryville; DUI/alcohol,, Route 641 Flint Hill; DUI/alcohol, U.S. 211, Massies Comer. ' Aug. 17: extortion/threat injure person, Town of Washington; animal emergency, Route 604, Boston; public service, U.S. 211, Sperryville; fire alarm, Route 616, Castleton; citizen requested assistance, Route 729, Flint Hill; information/general, U.S. 211, Sperryville; information/general, Route 606 Flint Hill; citizen requested assistance, Route 622, Washington; information/general, Route 628, Washington; stray livestock/horses, U.S. 211, Ben Venue. Correction In last week’s docket Eric Michael Vannostrand’s charges were incorrectly reported. Mr. Vannostrand was charg-ed with reckless driving and no driver’s, license in his possession for his offense on June 13. He got a $50 fine, $30 court costs and complied with the law. The Rappahannock News regrets the error. .. ■■ '' •' Mza ..■" I ■ I 1 St. John’s >Jon-smoking $1000 Jackpot! 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Berry picking: Combines well with bird song Early one morning, at the tail end of July, Lee Trott and I went berry picking at Muskrat Haven Farm on Route 211 near Amissville. We had been there before to pick strawberries and raspberries. This time we were after blackberries. They were there all right, big and bold, though only a few ripe ones glinted dully among the clusters of bright red fruit, the thornless tangles were higher than my head. Interesting notion: blackberries are red when they are green. Lee Trott picked down one row; I worked on another. She is a much more careful — I could even say studied-picker than I am for she stays in one place and pulls the ripe fruit from the plants meticulously. Her work method is precise; she washes dishes the same way. Her needlework reflects the same care with detail. In her container there was nothing but fully ripe blackberries. All Things Wild And Wonderful tmv By John Trott The Virginia Naturalist I tend to move about, picking first here, then there. It is not a very organized approach and my bucket contains bits of leaves and event a few unripe berries. I rationalize about the partially ripe and occasional green (red) berries in my pail. “They make the best jelly,” I say to no one in particular. That is what I will do with these blackberries. Jelly making is a wondrous activity: there is shimmering purity and beauty to the results. It tastes of the essence of the fruit. Of course, I was listening and looking for birds. Experience has taught me that blackberry patches are fine havens for birds. A robin flew out of the great tangles as I entered. Other than that, there were mighty few. An Indigo Bunting began singing from the top of a tulip tree. I gave his syncopated, bouncy song full and loving attention. Bird song in the blackberry patch reminded me of berry picking with my mother and her sisters long ago in the heat of a North Carolina summer. I was a somewhat reluctant member of the berry-picking team. My job was to drive the Headwaters appoints Terry Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, has hired Linda Terry as its executive director. Ms. Terry started work July 1 in . the new Headwaters office space in the Theatre Building on Gay Street, next to Real Estate III. Linda, her husband Floyd Stilley, and their 10-year old son Jacob, live in Tiger Valley. They have been Rappahannock residents since 1985. Linda brings years of local volunteer community service, as well as an education degree and teaching experience to the Headwaters executive director’s job. She has served oh the RLEP and RAAC boards and has been active as a 4-H leader. Auditions set Auditions for the Windmore production of Neil Simon’s Plaza Suite, will take place Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Finks Annex of St. Stephen’s Church in Culpeper. For info call 547-2555. SPECIALIZED BACKHOE SERVICES 540-675-3901 FOOTERS PERK TESTS WATER LINES 'LANDSCAPING UTILITY TRENCHING Compact Industrial backhoe lor special Jobs In small places. Excavating Division of Lace Trucking & Equipment Inc. Roads - Drain Fields Ponds - Basements Riding Rings - Clearing Quality work and satisfied customers are our #i priority Maury Sutphin 540-675-3429 374 Ben Venue Rd. Flint Hill, VA 22627 For the past few years, she has been a frequent volunteer at the elementary school and has helped with the Curriculum Enrichment Program. In her new capacity, Linda will be working with the Headwaters Board, parents, school personnel, and community organizations, such as First Thursday, to initiate and carry out programs to increase awareness of our public schools’ needs and opportunities. Linda sees her appointment as a chance to put into action the goal she and her husband, and many Rappahannock parents have, to make sure their children receive the best possible education. She said she is pleased to have the opportunity to help Headwaters as it works with the schools and community toward this goal and cultivates the cooperative spirit and resources of this special place in which we live. Anyone wishing more information of Headwaters is encouraged to call Linda Tarry at the Headwaters office at 675-1819. r Classes Begin Sept. 10 /oln Anytime! Photo Courtesy of Headwaters NEW DIRECTOR: Linda Tarry is the new executive director for Headwaters. RAMBO APPLES AND LIMITED SUPPLY OF PEACHES Selling 7 Days a Week! Bring your own containers! Directions: 25 miles West of Warrenton to Rt. 628/Fodderstack Road off Rt. 211 at Washington, VA at the old homeplace, right on Fruit Tree Lane. Not responsible for accidents. 540-675-3558 Warren Memorial Hospital \felkyH*«ltliSysrrm Welcomes Richard Y. Kim, M.D. Internal Medicine Joining the practice of Front Royal Internal Medicine Associates 315 West 10th Street, Front Royal, VA Call 636-6131 to schedule an appointment Rappahannock County Farmers' Association rtf AMMUAL FALL FESTIVAL Date & Times Windsor Lodge Farm, Flint Hill * Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Kumrali Sunday. September 7 i 4 to 9 p.m. $15 per person , Children under 12, free Includes: Beef, Pork & Chicken barbecue, baked beans, coleslaw, rolls, beverage and dessert ACTIVITIES INCLUDE; A,f Pony Rides and Hay Maze for children, Silent Auction *" and Raffle of C-"r John Deere STX-38 for adults Tickets available at the gate For more information call Jane Saramore at 937-5367 or Andy Pearcy at 987-9203 car. Those ladies did not drive; they were to be drive wherever they wanted to go. The berry plants at Muskrat Haven Farm had the thorns bred out of them; their fierce resistance is gone. The North Carolina berries were small and sweet but one paid with a little blood from scratches and pricks from the thorny plants. Some of the sweetness has been bred out of them here in Virginia. Things balance out. With size and thornless brambles went some of the sweetness. I tried not t6 think about the toxic chemicals that have been sprayed on these plants that were providing me with big, purple-black fruits. As least the Indigo Bunting had survived the poison and was there to provide me with a singing companion. The North Carolina blackberry picking was accompanied by many bird sounds including the squawks and cackles of a Yellow-breasted Chat. Can those strange sounds be called a song, in the same league with the sweet notes and trills of a Field Sparrow? That little sparrow, along with Indigo Buntings, also sang over that long ago blackberry patch. I would wander off to find the singers and consider myself happy if I was scolded by a chat. His abrupt, cat-like notes told me I was near a nest. Finding a chat nest was not easy for they build in the center of the most densely prickled patch of blackberries. I persisted, got scratched, and found chat nests. It was a loosely constructed cup, as loose and ill-formed as the song of the bird. If an Indigo Bunting abruptly ceased his incessant song I knew I was near his eggs or young. It took careful listening to hear the soft, complaining tsip of a brown female. Often I would find the nest, a neat cup of weed stems and grasses containing pure white eggs. If there were young, they would be all bulging, featherless abdomens and big eyes. How could these near-embryos become the handsome blue male watching me closely? If I stayed long or strayed too far, my mother would know that I wasn’t picking blackberries but hunting birds’ nests and call me back. Her lard pail would be nearly full; the bottom of mine barely covered. “Leave the birds alone,” she would say, knowing well I neither would nor could. I was tom from my memories of past blackberry picking by the emphatic announcements of a Carolina Wren. Red-ced-ar, Red-ced-ar, he announced, over and over, then he fell silent and only the notes of the Indigo Bunting fell on the morning. Blackberry — or cherry, or strawberry picking combine very well with bird song listening. A Yellow-billed Cuckoo made guttural announcements while Lee and I picked strawberries last year at Jordan River Farm near Flint Hill. No other bird punctuated the hot morning with sound. At Hartland Orchards near Markham, I was serenaded by the complex and elegant song of an Orchard Oriole while I picked sour cherries. My bucket is filled, or partly filled, with more than berries after a morning of picking. I wish I could get the rich mix of bird song in those little jars along with the shimmering jelly. USPS seeks increase The Postal Service Board of Governors has voted to file a request to raise the price for mailing a First-Class letter by a penny, and the average cost of postage for all types of ■domestic mail by 4.5 percent. Postmaster Linda Lawler said, “We anticipate the Postal Rate Commission will once again review the case for about nine months, and that it will take effect in May 1998. This is the smallest increase we have ever requested, less than half the rate of inflation during the three-and-a-half year term of the 32-cent stamp, the second longest period of rate stability in the 26 year history of the Postal Service.” The Case includes: 3C Mailers - A reduction in the pound rate for advertising mail Periodicals - A 10 percent price cut in the advertising rates for publications brought to destination sectional centers Parcels - The expansion of weight and size limitations and an assortment of new parcel worksharing, discounts Everyone - And a first-ever price cut for bill payments and other transactions. Customers Postal Pointers From Rappahannock Postmasters would be able to use prepaid reply envelopes obtained from participating companies to pay bills, place orders, and conduct other business at a reduced postage rate of 30 cents. With this new prepaid reply mail rate, the impact on the average household from the new rates will be less than 20 cents more per month. “A penny doesn’t buy much anymore. But it’s just enough for us to maintain universal service, cover increased costs over the next two years, and keep improving mail service we provide to the nation,” Postmaster Lawler said. Shop Downtown Culpeper Sizzlin’ Summer Sale August 22 and 23 Annie Mae's Just Crafts Featuring over SO quality crofters 109 S. Davis St., Culpeper, VA 825-6987 Sale on selected summer items 4 •: • ■ Carolina Connection Old Swan's Building South East Street Culpeper, VA ; ^ ., New furniture, warehouse prices 825-7744 Lady Culpeper 102-A North Main Street 50-75% Off Summer Clothing David Eddy's 208 North Main Street % . 3 Save 20% Storewide 50% on selected merchandise Southern Hospitality 404 South Main Street Antiques-the usual & unusual The First Years 122 East Davis Street 50-75% off summer clothing 30% off selected fall clothing Great Back-to-School values Soutter's Flowers And Gifts 404 South Main Street Selection of flowers gnd gifts : : % ! •'! ■ i l •: \ * ( ' fy? A The Cameleer ' Annual Clearance Sale Great savings on pottery, jewelry, stationery, clothing & home accessories 104 East Davis Street 825-8073 Artistic License „ '■ 105 East Davis Street All your art heeds The Bookworm v ^ £14 North East Street ; Featuring both new and used boedts;^ Save 20% to 50% on aB books > V $ *Sa T ; f,t i

&appaf)antiocfe J2etos Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Jan LaValley, Managing Editor Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler David Smith Executive Vice PresidentSenior Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $19 a year in Rappahannock County $24 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday JDL Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations A good move A joint session of the Town Council and the Planning Commission will be hi’d on Aug. 25 in .the town hall at 7:30 p.m. to discuss Milton Herd’s proposal which outlines steps to develop a new Comprehensive Plan for the town. (The current plan is due to be revised next year.) Copies of the proposal are available from Kay Kohler at the town hall. One facet of the draft proposal is the 12-15 person citizens’ steering committee that will work with Mr. Herd. The committee would consist of selected members of the Town Council, the Planning Commission, and the Architectural Review Board, with four to six volunteer citizens. It’s goal will be to draft a Comprehensive Plan that will address the town’s needs for the next 10-20 years. This is an exceptionally good move on the part of the Town Council and the Committee on the Future of the Town. Any move to get more citizens involved and interested in planning for the future and actively participating in the process is a good one. . They have also opened the door to county residents to take part. The meeting on Aug. 25 is the first step. Anyone interested in planning the town’s future should be there. Lend support The fire and rescue organizations which serve this community do so when needed, without hesita— tion and out of the goodness of their hearts and concern for others in the community. They also work tirelessly to raise funds for their organizations. This Sunday, Aug. 24, the Washington Volunteer Fire Department will have a commissioning ceremony for its new fire truck. If you haven’t seen it you should. It’s a marvel of technical engineering and interesting in and of itself. Show your support for their efforts and attend the ceremony. It’s bound to be fun and informative. And, you may even get a chance to sit in the new truck! Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Staff Photo/CARL EBORN This tree off Route 600, hangs on for dear life to the bank it is growing from and which is mostly rock. Letters to the Editor Fingerprints no big deal Having read your editorial “An Issue of Rights” in the Aug. 6 edition of the Rappahannock News, I could not let such narrow-minded thinking on the subject of fingerprinting stand without some rebuttal. What is the big deal about having your fingerprints on file in the FBI database? Are those concerned planning a crime? Maybe not everyone realizes that millions of law abiding citizens have their fingerprints on file with the FBI. Every person that has served in the military, civil service, law enforcement, any employees working for companies that do work for the government that is defense related, space program related, special high tech research and development and other fields that require a security clearance all have their fingerprints permanently on file with the FBI. I do not feel that my “rights” have been infringed because my prints are in the FBI database. Now let’s look at the benefits side of the issue. If we require that people seeking permits for concealed weapons get fingerprinted, we not only have a chance to identify those applicants that have criminal records, we also have a fingerprint record of all those that have been issued permits. Should a crime be committed by one of those people, it could be a major help in solving the crime. That benefit to society far outweighs some vague concern by narrowminded individuals that somehow having your fingerprints on file invades your privacy. Frankly, I think we should require that every U.S. citizen and all aliens be fingerprinted. Not only would it support criminal investigations, it could aid in missing person searches, identification of remains of serious accident victims, positive identification of amnesia victims and more. We should perhaps require it as part of the driver licensing process. Just because someone voices a rather uninformed concern at a hearing about their so-called right of privacy, I think it is a serious mistake to jump in with the conclusion in your editorial that this one person or perhaps a few others that were swayed town Memory Lane 30 Years Ago Thursday, Aug. 17, 1967 A group of about fifty people who were interested in water and sewage disposal needs of Rappahannock County, met Monday evening at Sperryville Elementary School to hear Soil Conservation Service representatives and consulting engineers speak on the subject. An increasing number of men and women and children in Rappahannock County are reaping the benefits of money that was deducted from payrolls during the past 30 years and set aside to provide for their future needs. Growers participating in the 1967 feed grain program will begin getting final program payments soon after August 21, H.S. Barksdale, Chairman, Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation County Committee, said today. Mrs. Katherine B. Oettinger, Chief of the Children’s Bureau of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare, has been appointed the nation’s chief for family planning services. 20 Years Ago Thursday, August 17, 1972 Staff assignments for Rappahannock Schools for 1972-73 have been announced by the office of the Superintendent O.A. Norton who has Robert G. Leonard Jr., as Director of Instruction for the local school system. Members of Trail Riders of Photo Courtesy of Rappahannock Historical Society DO YOU KNOW?: The Rappahannock Historical Society, 675-1163 is looking for help in identifying old photos. If you know where this home is call them and ID it. Rappahannock have scheduled a second meeting for this Saturday, August 19, at 7:30 at John and Patty Alexander’s on Fodderstack Road. Mrs. Wils K. Tholand of Piedmont Farm, Sperryville announced the engagement of her daughter Carolyn to Mr. Daniel S. Ward of Middleburg, Va. A benefit carnival sponsored by Amissville Fire and Rescue organization opened at the carnival grounds located on Route 211 west of the village last night and will continue through Saturday. 10 Years Ago Thursday, Aug. 20, 1987 The Washington Town Council held a public hearing last Wednesday to receive input from residents about its proposed $72,660 budget, but the questions came from the members of council. Two local groups learned last week that they will receive as much as $6,544 from the state to promote literacy in Rappahannock County. About 150 people attended a fund-raiser Friday at Graves Mountain Lodge in Syria for William Chase Jr., Democratic nominee for the 26th District State Senate seat representing Rappahannock County. Airman Robert W. Ludwick Jr., son of Robert W. and Louise Ludwick of Castleton, has graduated from the U.S. Air Force’s law enforcement specialist course at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. “are right!” We have enough trouble in this country trying to maintain law and order without stripping law enforcement of the tools of their trade. Think again about what a person that gets fingerprinted really gives up. Not much! GILMAN R. CARLSON Castleton Paper needs stronger fare This letter is in support of Cindy Mahan’s recent letter in the Rappahannock News. The “news” in the Rappahannock News these days is largely a re-hashed, re-dundant, and re-ally boring mishmash of (non)local trivia and proto-gossip served up as small town journalism. This little paper, once an oft-awarded “gem” of small town newspaper coverage, has alarmingly deteriorated in recent months. Warmth, energy, wit, and humor, not to mention a keen eye for that underlying “life pulse” of a community that so endears Rappahannock to those of us fortunate enough to live here, has been replaced by a Readers’ Digest approach to local events and local reporting. A lazy eye characterizes copy editing as well, with frequent “bloopers” and at times illiterate reading that strays into incomplete sentences and ungrammatical nonsense. A sharp story angle and an energetic pursuit of that which is fresh and new has been replaced by a passive, even lazy, coverage of the most mundane (and mind-numbing) town and county events. It has not been a good summer “read” — in fact, lately it has not been a good “read” at all! Rappahannock is characterized by an remarkably active, informed, and diverse community that has an appetite for stronger fare than the pap-lum currently being served up as journalism by this paper’s editorial staff and management — here’s hoping they get that message! DENISE HORTON Washington DEQ info not correct It has been a significantly rewarding experience to visit Rappahannock County on more than one visit to provide training in the Izaak Walton Save our Streams method of Water Quality Monitoring. Your community is extremely fortunate to have such a degree of public interest in the preservation of your unique natural blessings. I enjoyed being included in the panel discussion on water resources that was held at the public library on July 11.1 learned a lot and hope that I was able to share some information pertaining to citizen stewardship opportunities. Unfortunately it seems that I either misspoke or was misunderstood at one point and some potentially misinformation came out in your article. It was reported that I stated that the Allen administration had recently replaced the highest echelon of the DEQ with their own political appointees. I want to make clear that this is not the case. The director of the DEQ and his deputies are political appointees but not new to the job. The most recent reorganization of the DEQ involved the abrupt lay off of 29 program managers or specialists starting at about June 3. It is my understanding that, as of the last week of July, 28 of the 29 have been rehired (albeit many in new and unfamiliar fields). Apparently only one long time DEQ employee is packing his bags and unfortunately he was the “heart” of the water program. I personally feel that the current management of the DEQ has much room for improvement but I did not mean to imply that political appointees were being injected at any level other than the top and that is customary. JAY GILLIAM Raphine Ordinance idea silly I’m responding to the barking dog controversy. I think we’re trying to turn Rappahannock into a county of unnecessary control issues. If we try to control dogs from doing what they do naturally, then what next? Do we stop the birds from singing too loud, or the cows from lowing for several days after their babies have been taken to market, or punish a neighbor’s rooster who’s confused with night and day? I’m very grateful to live in an area where dogs, when barking in the distance, let me know if there is danger or if someone is coming by their language. This is the country, so let’s remember that. CAROLYN BEAHM Washington, VA

Employment jj AMERICAS CABINETMAKER' ASSEMBLY 2nd SHIFT IMMEOIATI OPENINGS Martial Industries, Inc. in Culpeper, VA has teemed up with Reliable Temporary Sendees, Inc to meet Km needs of continuing growth. Long term positions svalleble with strong iemp-tohira potential depending on sustained growth and satisfactoty pertermsnoa. Marital Industries offers: • Esoeiant Compensation - Health Inauranoa • Pension Plan • Paid HoAdsyarVaoations • Pour Oay Work Week flood references and re*, able transportation required. (640) 829-0620 RELIABLE TEMPORARY SERVICES esc Bam Help NOW HIRING FOR FALL Bam help for Middleburg horse farm Full/part time available. Experience preferred. Call: (540) 687-5853 (leave message) or (540) 687-5255 CARPENTERS Ace Carpentry Inc seeks frame subcontractors to work in Northern Virginia. Must be licensed & have workman’s comp/liability insurance. Also seeking frame carpenters to work in Northern Virginia. Paid vacation/health benefits/retirement plan offered to hourly carpenters. 703-335-9000 Community Representative- Welcome Wagon® is expanding) Enjoy a flexible hour career providing gifts from local businesses to movers, new parents, and engaged women. Excellent earnings. Benefits offered. Work close to home. To leam more, call: Rita at 540-3644135 or 800-359-9056 X7144 Openings available in Ashburn, Burke, Centreville, Chantilly, Fairfax, Herndon, Reston and Vienna. Welcome Wagon® International, Inc. EOE CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES Link Your Skills To A Major Force In The Construction Industry The Tyree Organization, leading construction// environmental sendees firm has been providing construction services to the petroleum industry for more than 70 years. We are continuing our rapid 1 growth in the MID-ATLANTIC region and seek the following people to help us “build* in the areas of general construction, environmental services and pump & tank construction. CREW CHIEF Position requires 3-5 years of experience in all phases of pump & tank construction including supervising job sites, removal of tanks, concrete, fiberglass and steel piping work. CDL required. SECONDPERSON Seeking individual with 2+ years experience in UST closure and general construction. Clean CDL required, ability to operate construction equipment necessary and a general construction background is essential. LABORERS Positions require valid driver's license. Construction experience including site work and concrete is preferred. All positions offer competitive salaries and benefits in including profit sharing, 401 (k), dental and medical. For immediate consideration, mail/fax resume to: HR DEPT THE TYREE ORGANIZATION 15 Douglas Court Sterling, VA 20166 Fax: 703-904-6358 Equal Oppty Employer HUMAN SERVICES CASE. MANAGER ll/SA #8017-01. PT in Orange. Knowledge of chemical dependency dynamics. B.S. and exper with substance abuse population. Hiring range: $10.87-$12.23/hr CLINICIAN ll/BA #8016-01 FT in Culpeper & Fauquier. Afternoon & evening hrs. SA counseling, case mgmt, & crisis intervention for women’s program. Masters required. $25,584-$28,743 gyCHQSOCIAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST #8015-01 FT in Culpeper. Exp. in pre-vocational tmg. preferred. Exp. w/ mental health consumers helpful. Hiring range: $8.22-$9.24/hr. RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR H #8022-01 FT in Culpeper. Skill w/adults w/ mental retardation. Day, evening & weekend hrs. Assoc, or equivalent. Hiring range: $19,324.50-S21,723.00 TRANSIT OPERATOR #8019-01: #8020-01 PT positions in Culpeper. Good driving record. Ability , to interact w/ consumers from aging, MH & MR programs. $6.20-$6.97 APPLY WITH RRCSB APPLICATION BY 12:00 NOON, 8/29/97, TO: HR/RRCSB P.O. Box 1568 Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100 EEO/AA UPHOLSTERER Experience required 703-369-6335 ELECTRICIANS Helpers & Trainees Full time with benefits fo residential wor throughout No. Va. Call: E.L. Kellogg, Corp. 703-968-5545 Landscaping anc Lawn Care Local landscape an lawn maintneanc company seeking in divudals with exper ence. driver's iicensi and own transporta tion. Must be able t< work some weekend: if necessary. Seriou: inquiries only. Salan upon experience. Call 540*937-3153 & leave message MACHINIST Capable of setting uf & operating all con ventional machinery & working with blue prints. Minimum J years experience Top wages, gooc benefits. Commercial Tool & Die 540-364-3922 i— REPRESENTATIVE Full line foodservice distributor now taking applications for an aggressive, self-motivated representative. Due to expansion of our business, there are several areas open. Car allowance and benefits. Please mail resume to: P.O. Box 2198 Winchester, VA 22604 Attn: Sales Manager Restaurant WAIT STAFF BUS POSITIONS needed for fine dining. Call between Thursday & Sunday. 540-547-9720 WELDER Able to mig, tig, & stick weld all types of material. Fabricate from blueprints. Top wages, good benefits. Commercial Tool & Die 540-364-3922 Country Manor Mail Order Catalog SPerryville. VA Part Time Seasonal Employment Telephone Operators/ Customer Service Associates Warehouse Positions Evening & Weekend Hours Available Please call Bobeffe at 540-967-8372 to schedule an interview RECEIVING CLERK Full-time position with benefits. Requires general knowledge of computers. Includes some sales and warehouse responsibilities. Heavy lifting is required. Apply in person: Marshall Farmer's Co-op Marshall, Virginia DRYWALL MECHANICS Experienced only. Hangers, metal framers & finishers. No. VA area. Steady, hourly work. 703-368-0084 r1 SALES EXECUTIVES x We are expanding our sales force n the Washington/Baltimore Metro areas. We offer an excellent ground floor opportunity as an independent sales consultant selling to both individual and corporate clients. Full-time & part-time hours, full training program and both local and national company support. Call 703.757.7173 for Intorvlow Sand written request for Info, to FORK LIFT OPERATOR Smith-Midland Corp, A precast concrete producer, is now seeking' an experienced forklift operator. Responsibilities include the operation ot a 25000 lb capacity forklift to move precast cbncrete products. This is a year round position with tenet!ts. Qualified and interested persons should contact the Personnel Dept, P.O. Box 300, Midland, VA 22728,540-439-3266 COMB ONE AND COME ALL To The Nation's # 1 Builders' Supply & Lumber Co. If you're a team player we have the position for you! We have 1st & 2nd shifts available fabricating trusses. Career minded individuals who enjoy a rewarding position should call our recruiting partner ACCUSTAFF AT 540-829-7992 EOE/ADA SALES EXECUTIVES Looking to change careers, expand your current business, or re-enter the work force? If you are currently working in the Image Consulting, Fashion or Marketing fields wp offer a way for you to expand your product line, generate more prospects and increase your sales. Lancie is a growing New York based cosmetics company and a member of the Direct Selling Association. Our product lines have been developed by the same makeup artist that have created extension lines for Lancome, MAC, Borghese and Christian Dior. We are currently expanding our sales force in the Washington metro area. Call for an interview, 703.757.7173. Or •end written request for Info, to • UICorpOaol.com. ASSISTANT OPERATING ENGINEER Premisys Real Estate Services. Inc. Is accepting resumes for an assistant operating engineer for a 1.2 million sq. ft. multiuse property located 4 miles east of Leesburg, VA. Candidate should have 4 years experience in commercial facility maintenance, experienced with boilers, chillers and all pumps and support equipment necessary for efficient plant operation. Refrigeration experience necessary and a CFC license would be helpful. Candidate will be interfacing with the public on a daily basis, must be neat and well spoken. Must be willing to work rotating shifts and weekends. . Please Pax resumes to 703-724-6261, attention Tony Roberts. Qreystone Corporate Accountant Multifamily Mortgage Banking Firm located In Warrenton is seeking to immediately fill a corporate accounting position. A degree in Accounting is required. Other requirements include at least 3 years of business experience, working with multi-family closing settlement statements, budget comparisons, financial analysis and the ability to meet tough deadlines. Proficiency in Lotus and Excel is necessary. Fax resume in confidence to < GFC/EXEC (540) 341-2101 EOE Beulah Bailey County native Beulah Susan Bailey, 78, of Culpeper died on Monday, Aug. 4 at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. She was born April 16, 1919 in Rappahannock to the late Jeff and Mammie Dwyer. Survivors include one son Edward L. Bailey of Culpeper; a devoted brother-in-law Harvey _ Clatterbuck; five grandchildren; several greatgrandchildren and several great—grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Elmer Bailey. Funeral services were held on Friday, Aug. 15 at Found and Sons Funeral Home in Culpeper with the Rev. William Smith officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. I Found and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Bertha Williams Baptist member Bertha Shelton Williams, 87, of Chester Gap died Tuesday, Aug. 12 at her home. Funeral services were held at the Chester Gap Baptist Church on Saturday, Aug. 16 with the Rev. Jimmy Burke officiating. Interment was in the Williams Family Cemetery at Chester Gap. Mrs. Williams was bom April 23, 19 lO, at Huntly, the daughter of the late Noah Samuel and Sarah Shelton Williams. She was predeceased by her husband Stanley A. Williams and by her first husband George W. North, Sr. Mrs. Williams was a member of the Chester Gap Baptist Church and honorary member of the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad. Surviving are two sons George W North, Jr. of Front Royal and Anderson A. North of Chester Gap; three daughters Mary A. Williams and Nora Sealock, both of Chester Gap and May Belle Henson of Riverton; two step-sons Maynard Williams and Melvin Williams, both of Front Royal; four step-daughters Marcelle McNeill and Estelle Sibert, both of Front Royal, May Belle Gilkey of Chester Gap and Rosa Belle Burdette of Annandale. Also surviving are three brothers Bradley Williams of ; Chester Gap, Bossie Williams of Front Royal and Arnold D. ] ^SSBSSS!SSSSSSSS!Sl3SSSassssB!SSSKSsssaB^ea> Williams of Bentonville; one sister Mary Helen Williams ol Maryland; 10 grandchildren 17 great grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Active pallbearers were Page Henson, Joe Williams, Bruce Williams, Dougie Williams, Earl Williams and Wayne Sealock. Honorary pallbearers were Gary Sealock, Toby Sealock, Shawn Teachout, Bobby Orndorff, Danny Williams, Darren Williams, Mike Williams, Gary Settle, Hubie Gilkey, Mike Stevens and Buck Williams. Turner-Robertshaw Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Phillip Haines Rising junior Phillip Daniel Haines, 16, of Culpeper died on Monday, Aug. 11 at his residence. He was born in Charlottesville on Nov. 23 1980. He was a rising Junior at Culpeper County High School. Survivors include his parents Mr. and Mrs. John Haines of Culpeper; one brother John Michael Haines of Culpeper; one sister Crystal DuVonne Myers of Culpeper; his paternal grandmother Viola Bell Haines of Amissville; his maternal grandfather Perry Andrew St. Clair; one niece Amanda Nicole Myers; one brother-inlaw Dean Myers; aunts and uncles. Funeral services were held on Friday, Aug. 15 at CloreGeest Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mike Garland officiating. Interment was in Culpeper National Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jay Haines, David Haines, Mark Taylor, Lee Haines, Kenneth Feaganes, John Michael Haines, John Clatterbuck and Reubin Taylor. Memorial contributions may be made to the Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department. Clore-Geest Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangement. Gilbert Smith World War II Veteran Gilbert Daniel Smith, 89, >f Front Royal died Wednesday, Aug. 13 in the V. A Medical Center in Vlartinsburg, W.Va. Funeral services were leld at the Turner 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 Robertshaw Funeral Home or Sunday with the Rev. Davie Sterling officiating. Interment was in the Prospect Hill Cemetery in Front Royal. Mr. Smith was born Jan. 4, 1908 in Warren County, the son of the late Arthur Garfield and Eliza A. Williams Smith. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church and Elder of the Church, and Founder of the Royal Rangers of the First Assembly of God Church, member of the National Chapter of the AARP and Front Royal Camp of the Gideon International. Mr. Smith was a veteran in World War II and retired Staff Sergeant after 23 years of service with the U.S. Army. Surviving are his wife, Josie Ellen Smith of Front Royal; two sons, William G. Smith of Las Cruces, New Mexico and Carroll D. Smith of Berkeley Springs, W. Va.; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Active pallbearers were Russell Henry, John Kenney, Sr., Gene Mills, Danny Neff, Ralph Murphy and Michael Sharp. Myrtle Jenkins Homemaker Myrtle Jean Jenkins, 71, of Spotsylvania died Sunday, Aug. 10 at her residence. Mrs. Jenkins was born Sept. 30, 1925 in Richmond. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Jenkins was the widow of Louis B. Jenkins. Survivors include a daughter, Stephanie J. Harrington of Spotsylvania; two sons, Jeffrey C. Jenkins of Fairfax and Scott J. Jenkins of Shamong, N.J - a sister, Grace Dubas of Falls Church; two brothers Carl Snead of Dickson City, Pa. and Charles Snead of Mechanicsville, Md.; one grandchild and two great grandchildren. Private interment will be held at Amissville Baptist Church Cemetery. Mullins and Thompson Funeral Service, Fredericksburg Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. Roy Brown Born at Amissville Roy A. Brown, 82, a resident of Fauquier County passed away on Sunday, Aug. 17 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Martinsburg, W.Va. He is survived by four daughters Phyllis Harrison and Idella Brown both of Manassas, Garnett Campbell and Irie Jenkins both of Atlanta, Ga.; one sister, Hestor Brown Johnson of Maryland; one son-in-law; four granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; other relatives and friends. He was bom one of nine children to the late Rev. 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ARB okays requests By Naomi Smoot Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Town of Washington’s Architectural Review Board met last week to consider two requests. The first was a request by Charles Tompkins for permission to add a hip roof to the office building he owns and is remodeling on Main Street. Mr. Tompkins has thus far taken the brick off the front of the building and plans to cover it with cedar siding. The siding will be natural in color. This sparked a limited discussion by the board as to its propriety. Mr. Tompkins told the board that the pitch of the roof will be the same and the roof will have asphalt shingles. He told the board he feels the hip roof will help with water control and look more decorative. That application was approved. The second application was made by Mike Brown, representing Doug Baumgardner. Mr. Baumgardner was asking for permission to install a bay window on the side of his office building located on Main Street. The window would look much like the one at Mr. Baumgardner’s home on Ginger Hill said Mr. Brown. The purpose for the request is to provide more natural light to the north side of the building. Mr. Brown said that Mr. Baumgardner is also planning to paint the whole building. That application was also approved and the board adjourned. Teachers From Page A1 She enjoys the similiarity between Rappahannock’s and Vermont’s mountains and community. She received a B.A. in English from St. Michael College in Vermont and taught sixth grade in Vermont. She is going to teach the same grade here. She resides in Nokesville. Mrs. Tracy likes to play softball, but also enjoys quieter activities. Eileen Jurand, 45, graduated from Rider University, Lawrenceville, N.J., in May with a B.S. in secondary educa tion and business education. She has extensive experience in the business world and is going to teach in the high school. Mrs. Jurand is a resident of Warrenton, is married and has three children. She enjoys Civil War re-enacting and owns three horses. She likes to pleasure ride and hopes to do some foxhunting someday. Susan Payne, 21, is a RCHS graduate who returned to the county to teach eighth grade. Asked why she returned to Rappahannock, Ms. Payne said she loves the county and i£ was her first choice of places to work. She graduated from Longwood College with a B.A. in sociology and elementary School From Page A1 work was stopped until the dust was tested and certified as non-asbestos. The term “abatement” is used when a toxic material is removed. Industrial Training Company received $3040 from the school to monitor the asbestos abatement at the high school, an amount which was not included in the Hale and White contract. Ifesting the dust was an added expense. The two 10,000 gallon gas tanks scheduled for delivery at the school board office was delayed until Aug. 18. This caused a temporary parking problem. The radiator covers in the gym have not been replaced due to lack of availability, and will have to be custom made, but most other maintenance projects and repairs have been completed. The high school gym floor has been refinished for a cost of education. Volleyball and softball are her favorite sports. She is an active member of the Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville. Robin Campbell, 39, came here because she likes the area and .because of the counseling program. She taught for five years at the Luray High School where she worked only with 8-, 9- and 10-grade students and is looking forward to working with students until they graduate. She graduated from Mary Washington with a B.S. in biology and a master’s in counselor education. She likes swimming, walking and reading and has two children, ages 10- and 11-years old. $3,290 by Heath Floor Treatments. Fire doors have been installed by Thomas Wolfe for $4500. Springtime Garden Center of Front Royal received $2,065 for grounds maintenance. The fire extinguishers were even checked for $532 by Fire Protection Company. Dr. Gangel said the Virginia Standards for Accrediting Schools, which was adopted in July 1997, and evaluates the schools solely by student performance on their standardized tests, will be administered for the first time this year. The grade’s average test score will be compared to other schools in Virginia. A student’s test score will determine passage to the next grade and even graduation. Jack Raines, high school principal, indicated the high school handbook is updated as required by state mandates. He said the handbook changes explain thatstudents are required to take more responsibility in completing their homework. Incomplete homework will be finished during the resource block or before sports practice after school. Also, incomplete grades will no longer appear on report cards, instead, the grade will appear as a “F” until it is completed and then changed. Mr. Raines also said he was trying to get volunteers to greet visitors to the school at the front door. Several incidents . that occurred last year were “scary,” he said. Raye Tupper, elementary school principal, indicated the handbook for the elementary school will have a new cover. She said the school goals are not included because they are being worked on with parents and are not yet available. The Standard of Accreditation states the goals are to be developed with the help of lay people who represent the com munity. The discipline policy clearly explains how behavior problems are to be handled and the traffic flow and parking is stated. Mrs. Tupper talked about the perennial problem of traffic in the bus lane and the board offered some suggestions for correcting it. Helen William, head of transportation, spoke about field trips and the problem with cars illegally passing school buses at the school. Ron Maleka, Jackson district representative, suggested a VDOT sign stating a 15 mph speed limit on School Lane, since unposted roads are understood to have a 55 mph speed limit according to state law. A pilot program is being introduced for general leave and, according to Dr. Gangel, it is going to be used on a trial basis. A total of 1.25 days per month are accrued by employees and all leave will be accumulated as general leave. Susan McCarthy, secretary and treasurer of the PTO, presented examples of gift wrap that is offered by a professional fundraiser, Institutional Finance Services. She said this will be tried on a trial basis, but presented it because of the questions about the quality of items sold through the PTO in the past. She also mentioned the approval and development of a Virginia Commission for the Arts program for grades 4 and 5. 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Rosa Crocker, wakefield district rep, presented the other board members with several options for long-term planning sessions. COUNCIL From Page A1 any final decisions regarding the water supply. New business before the council included consideration of John Norman’s request for a backhoe tractor attachment to be purchased for use in leak repairs. Considerable opposition to the $5,000 price tag led the council to table the request in order to explore the issue further. For the most part, leaks are now being hand-dug and repaired by trustees from the county jail under Mr. Norman’s supervision. Town Attorney Frank Reynolds reported that the Architectural Review Board approved three applications, two concerning replacements of sheds and one to amend a certificate to permit installation of a porch, last month. Councilman Charlie Tompkins, chairman of the Wastewater Study Committee, spoke briefly regarding a proposed public seminar on alternative water treatments. Also on the committee’s agenda is a sanitary survey to be conducted by the Southeast Rural Community Assistance Project. Both items remain in the planning stage. Members of the Town’s Future Committee are still excited about the success of the July town meeting conducted by Town Planner Milton Herd. Herd Planning and Design submitted a written summary of the survey taken at that meeting and a detailed draft proposal outlining tasks leading to a totally new Comprehensive Plan. Key points include establishing a steering committee which would replace the Town’s Future Committee. Committee Chairman Ray Gooch enthusiastically supports the concept of getting wider representation from the community. “This would be a fresh start. For the first time, we will have a professional Comprehensive Plan,” he said. The proposal is fully itemized and can be readily tailored to the town’s specific needs and budget. The time schedule is based on the committee’s desire to have something resolved by the end of this council’s term though the dates will probably be extended to the end of September 1998 so that next year’s newly elected council can be involved. A joint session of the Town Council and the Planning Commission will be held on Aug. 25 in the town hall at 7:30 p.m. to discuss Mr. Herd’s proposal. Citizen participation is vital to this process and all interested people, whether from the town or the surrounding community, are encouraged to attend. Copies of the draft proposal and Mr. Herd’s followup to the July public meeting are available from Kaye Kohler at the town hall. The final item on the agenda was a Public Hearing to consider Charlie Tompkins’ request for a Special Use permit to extend the roofline and add a porch to the front of his Main Street building. Discussion centered on the parking spaces that would be affected by this change. Mr. Tompkins explained that his proposed design would help solve a water problem in the building and that there was sufficient rear parking available to offset the spaces lost in front. There was no opposition from the citizens attending and Mr. Tompkins* request was approved unanimously.

• Neighbors/B2 • Classifieds/B4 • Obituaries/B5 • Real Estate/B6 August 20, 1997 Company 1 ’s new fire truck high-tech By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Washington Volunteer Fire Department has a new truck — a ‘97 Spartan Luveme attack pumper — cost, $195,000. That might seem like a lot of money to some, but the new truck has more features than Home Box Office and should last almost twice as long as many other fire trucks on the market. The reason is its construction. The body is crafted of stainless steel instead of galvaneel, which many fire trucks currently are made of. . WVFD’s Roger Roach said he’s had a real time of it trying to drill holes for the brackets that they needed to put on. He said he went through drill bit after drill bit trying to get the job done. The truck is the second new one that Company 1 has had since they incorporated in 1939. At that time they had an old hose reel, which Roger said they still have, and which could only be useid in the Town of Washington since it necessitated using a hydrant. In 1940, they got their first, and until now their only, new truck — a Ford-Oren fire truck which they purchased for $6,500. Since then they’ve had several used fire trucks. In 1975, they received a 1946 truck from Vint Hill Farms and in ‘79 they upgraded and bought a ‘56 Oren from Falls Church. When 1985 rolled around the company bought a ‘70 American LaFrance from Plain View, N.Y., which rusted out on them last year and was purchased by Steve Critzer since the engine was still good. They also bought a tanker pumper from Buckhall in Prince William County in 1990. It was time, they felt, to purchase a new fire truck. Luveme is one of the oldest fire apparatus companies (since 1912) still in business, said Roger. They previously supplied companies in the west and central United States but recently branehed out toward the east coast. They supply the Chicago fire companies with all their apparatus. The WVFD already has the truck half paid for, having received $48,000 in hinds from the WVFD Ladies Auxiliary and funds set aside from their events, and donations, totaling $50,000. In addition they received a matching grant from the Office of Emergency Medical Services, Virginia Department of Health for $34,301 to Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue for an ambulance. The company now has a $100,000 loan for the remainder due on both vehicles, Roger said. Roger estimates the new truck should last them 25 years, normally trucks last about 15. It is a marvel of engineering and will even make teaching new fire fighters easier, he said. Most fire trucks have all white fire hoses, but this truck has hoses in eight different colors — purple, orange, yellow, black, blue, red, green and white. The hoses are coded to a flow gauge, an apparatus not on most fire trucks. It eliminates guess work as to how many gallons of water they are pushing through a hose and tells exactly how much water has flowed. Before they “guest-imated.” The color-coded hoses also ■ -...' ■■■ ■■■I.■ ■•■■-*11 mm■■■.rn ■ - nr,.A..>■ i r.i.' r».ill- IrttftgiiMiii.iMininiY «iiinriMTiia Rappahannock News Staff Photos/JAN LA VALLEY MODERN MARVEL:The Washington Volunteer Fire Department’s new attack pumper will be commissioned Sunday, Aug. 24. make it easier for firefighters to keep track of lines at a fire. There is always a lot going on at a scene, Roger said, and quite often the officer in charge will say he is pulling a line, the message is not clear or gets garbled, and the pump operator charges the wrong line. Roger says when that happens you lose a line. And, he said it happens frequently. But this new system will help immensely to prevent those types of errors and make the company more efficient on the scene. The pumper can also double as a tanker. It carries 1,000 gallons of water (a tanker carries about 1,500). There are numerous hidden compartments for storage which are used for a number of things: first aid supplies and equipment to assist ambulances; vehicle extraction equipment so they can start procedures for extraction until Amissville gets there with the heavy equipment; a 5,000 watt generator; foam, and all the other usual equipment. The truck has built-in safety harnesses and tanks on the seats, which they can strap on enroute and which release, so that when they get to the fire they’re ready, rather than taking extra minutes to put on their equipment at the scene. The WVFD’s commissioning ceremony of the truck will be Sunday, Aug. 24, at 7 p.m. Drinks and light snacks will be provided. There will be demonstrations of various pieces of equipment. The public is invited. SPECIAL FEATURES:The truck has features such as the automatic lift which raises the cab so the engine may be seen. Pet of the week Photo Courtesy of RAW This 3- to 4-year-old male beagle, brown, white and black, was sighted on U.S. 211 between Massies Comer and Hillsdale, numerous times. Also up for adoption: Precious, a 2- to 3-year-old spayed female lab cross, housebroken, very pretty and easy going; Nick, a 2to 3-year-old neutered male doby cross, who likes to be walked on a leash and many others. The shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, 8 l a.m. to 3 p.m. FLOW GAUGE: A feature of the truck that Company 1 finds especially exciting is the flow gauge panel which lets them know exactly how much water they are pumping and have pumped. Hearthstone, a new venture In 1996, a group of homeschoolers and former families involved in Spring Mountain (Waldorf inspired) School formed a homeschooling cooperative called Hearthstone. In collaboration with the Chateauville Foundation, founded by Lorin and Dietlinde Maazel, the Learning Center is opening its doors to interested families this September on Castleton Farms in Castleton. Hearthstone’s mission is to nurture each child’s interests by a holistic approach to the emotional, intellectual, physical and spiritual development of the child. It follows the rigorous, hands-on, nature based curriculum of Waldorf schools with an openness to educational intelligence from any source. In addition to reading, writ ing, mathematics, history and science; music, art and foreign language, are a part of the curriculum for all students. The school values having a mixed economic, cultural and racial student body and faculty. Enrollment is limited to 30 pre-K to 12th grade students. Parents have been voluntarily giving about eight hours a month in teaching or other support, in addition to the tuition paid. They also have been attending monthly meetings. Hearthstone strives to maintain close contact with the currently existing public and private schools in the area, supporting their efforts to provide excellence in education. For more information, call Jane Mullan at 897-8978 or Laurie Marshall at 675-3267. Library programs to resume By Diana Bird Rappahanock News Contributing Writer The Rappahannock Library Friday evening programs will be resumed Sept. 12 at 8 p.m. with an illustrated talk by Sperryville artist Ned Bittinger. Although a portraitist of note, Mr. Bittinger is in addition a children’s book illustrator. His appearance will show his approaches to illustration as exemplified by his work on “The Matzah that Papa Brought Home,” “The Blue and the Gray” and his most recent book, “Rocking Horse Christmas.” This latter child’s fantasy by Mary Pope Osborne, to be published in October, is being promoted by Scholastic, Inc. as its number one Christmas book for 1997. Mr. Bittinger believes his work on this project is his best An illustration from it will appear on the cover of a Lands’ End catalogue for children. Bittinger especially likes illustrating books because it allows his imagination free range and is challenging in many ways. On a previous occasion at the library, Mr. Bittinger illustrated his portrait technique by painting a picture of Judge Douglas Ginsburg from scratch while a fascinated audience watched. The illustrated talk on July 12 should be equally interesting. The public is welcome and refreshments will be served. Ready for mashing Rappahannock News Staff Photo/JAN LA VALLEY Mrs. Alice Pullen, of Flint Hill, planted her potatoes on Good Friday and now has an abundance of them. One potato she picked, when mashed, fed four people.

Church Activities \ f * o c <•-_ sf' ^ ' A Pastor's Anniversary Promise Land Baptist Church in Washington will celebrate the 21st anniversary of their pastor, John Ross Pendleton on Sunday, Aug. 24. The morning worship service will be at 11 a.m. with Rev. Pendleton speaking. Dinner will be served following morning service. The afternoon guests will be Pastor Charles Jackson and his congregation from Third Zion Baptist Church in Front Royal at 3 p.m. All are welcome. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. 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. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Group meeting planned First Place a Christ centered health program addresses emotional, spiritual, physical and mental needs. Group meetings held once a week for 13 weeks include food planning behavior modification, bible study, prayer, class discussion and participation. In the first three sessions held at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, 11 team members gained insight to their personal level of commitment to Christ while they lost weight. If you would like to know more about this complete health program come to the Orientation on Sunday, Aug. 24 at 3:30 p.m. at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church or call Martha Wiles at 547-9957. 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. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Rev. Robert A. Lange, Rector Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation 8 a.m, 7:30 p.m. Weekdays, 8 a.m. Confessions: 4-5 p.m., Sat. or by appt. 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. New Bible study On Friday, Sept. 5 a new Bible study group will hold its first meeting. The Community Bible Study has classes for all ages and will meet every Friday at the Warrenton United Methodist Church from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. A nursery will be provided. The study will cover I and II Peter, Daniel and Colossians. To register or for more information, call Tiffany at 540-347-7750 or Aida at 540-364-1375. Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.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. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. George O. Dean Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist I 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist II 10 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Bible Study and Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every first and third Sunday 10:30 a.m. County Methodist services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Aug. 24 as follows: Flint Hill at 11:15 a.m., Sperryville at 8:45 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m., with communion. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. ■ ' Angela Kay Hix weds C. Scott Haden Angela Kay Hix and Christopher Scott Haden were married July 26, 1997 in Martinsburg, West Virginia at Trinity Episcopal Church. The bride is the daughter of Kenneth and Elaine Hix of Washington, Va. The groom is the son of Thomas and Ruth Haden of Inwood, West Virginia. The Rev. Jack T. Sutor, Jr. performed the double-ring ceremony in a setting candelabras with bows and greenery, pew torches, and ivory bows. The Rev. Phillip Bailey of Washington Baptist Church read the scriptures from I Corinthians and Mark. Steve Snyder played selections on the organ. Tanya Cole of Trinity Episcopal Church was the wedding coordinator. The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her father. She wore an ivory gown of Allegro satin with Alencon beaded lace. The fitted bodice was adorned with Alencon lace and baby pearl overlay. The gown had a scalloped V-neckline with short cap sleeves and a full circular skirt with boxed pleats. The train was chapel length and accented with Alencon lace and baby pearl overlay on the bow and streamers. Her bouquet was live flowers in burgundy, white, and pink day lilies and carnations with ivory roses, babies breath and ivory ribbon. The groom and best man, Todd Vanderwijst, wore black tuxedos. Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Scott Haden The usher was Steve McCarley, brother-in-law of the bride, from Blue Ridge, Texas. The matron of honor was Michelle McCarley, sister of the bride, from Blue Ridge, Texas. She wore an ankle length pale pink dress with a V-neck trimmed with white lace. Her bouquet was day lilies, carnations, ivory roses, babies breath and ivory ribbon. The bride’s mother selected a pale mauve crepe street length dress with corsage of burgundy, white and pink day lilies, carnations, ivory roses and babies breath. The groom’s mother chose a two-tier pink crepe dress with corsage of burgundy, white and pink day lilies, carnations, ivory roses and babies breath. A reception was held afterward at the' parish hall at Trinity Episcopal Church. Attending were family and friends from Virginia, West Virginia, Texas, North Carolina and Georgia. Janet Batis of Washington baked the single layer wedding cake which featured two hearts and white icing and trimmed in small pink roses. After a wedding trip to Middleburg, Va., the couple will live in Charles Town, West Virginia. The bride is a 1993 graduate of Van Alstyne High School in Texas. She is employed by Atlantic Coast Airlines at Dulles Airport. The groom is a 1990 graduate of Musselman High School in West Virginia and a 1994 graduate of West Liberty State College. He is also employed by Atlantic Coast Airlines at Dulles Airport. Viewtown residents enjoy East Coast vacations Junior, Gloria, Kent, John and Michelle Switzer and Ronald and Ann Dodson, all of Viewtown, and Mr. Brook Hermenson spent last week in Kissimmee, Florida where they enjoyed the beach, MGM Studios Themepark and other attractions. Craig, Joyce and Karen Wilson of Viewtown also traveled to Florida where they vacationed and visited family. Roger and Janet Hitt, Sherlene Wayland, Dixie Dodson, Wayne and Jessica Dodson, all of Viewtown, and Mrs. Pat Davis of Front Royal enjoyed a week of fun in the sun at Ocean City, Maryland. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Nicholson and her mother By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 joined Mr. and Mrs. Junior Nicholson, all of Viewtown to visit Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hitt and Ms. Matty Hackley recently. Around seventy people attended the Wilson family reunion held Aug. 10. Be thinking of Mrs. Gladys Dodson as she goes into the hospital Aug. 21 for cataract surgery. Woodville residents visit Mrs. Madelyn Jones was a Thursday visitor of Mrs. Vallie Butler and Norma Holt. Jennifer Conners Williams remains a patient in Fauquier Hospital and is visited daily by the family. Jack O’Bannon of Charlottesville was a Friday visitor of his grandmother Mrs. Louise O’Bannon. Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest and granddaughter Ashleigh Vest spent from Wednesday until Sunday at Virginia Beach. Mrs. Vest attended a conference for Virginia Farm Bureau secretaries at the Virginia Beach Resort Hotel and Conference Center. They returned home on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Crawford, Charles Ray and Elizabeth of Sperryville, Curtis Crawford and Katherine of Flint Hill, Mrs. Lillian Sykes and grandchildren Michael and Thomas of Culpeper were visitors of Mrs. Audra By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Crawford during the week. Mr. and Mrs. Joel Daczewitz were Sunday guests of their son and daughter-inlaw Phillip and Jacque Daczewitz in York, Pa. Woodville Baptist Church held their Vacation Bible School Aug. 11 through Aug. 15. They had a very successful week enjoyed by children and adults, alike. Misty Hitt and Mrs. June Clark were visitors in Luray on Friday. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. 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Church activities highlight news Rev. David Small and his lovely wife, Mary, treated the congregation of Amissville Baptist Church with a long overdue visit during the 11 a.m. worship service. Rev. Small was the interim preacher prior to Rev. DeLong joining the church. The door are always open for the Small’s. Get well wishes are extended to Jonathan (Jackie) and Nicholas Hall who are both recovering from surgeries. Jackie had his adenoids removed and Nicholas had tubes put in his ears. Not a fun time for the Hall family! Louise Smith and Margaret Meyers remain in our prayers. They were both smiling and looking great on Sunday at Amissville Baptist Church. Josh Swatman was in church with his mother, Ema, Aug. 17. He has a “mere” three semesters left before he earns his college degree. On Sunday, Aug. 24, Amissville United Methodist Church is having “Christmas in Liberia.” The guest speaker will be Mrs. Comfort Miller By GLENDA GUM —.. - > Anderson originally from Liberia and now a member of Beulah UMC in Richmond. She returns yearly to her home country with clothing, books, toys, rice, shoes, religious materials, and other donations to help children, orphans, victims of civil war, displaced persons and many others. The Richmond and Liberian newspapers have written of her efforts. In March, Ms. MillerAnderson hopes to take a medical team if there are enough volunteers. The community is invited to hear her during the 11 a.m. service, and they may bring new or good used items that will be shipped to Liberia before Christmas. Items should be for a warm climate and boxed but not wrapped. Money donations will help with shipping and the purchase of rice. All contributions are appreciated. Sunday School teachers and substitutes for the new classes to begin Aug. 31 and all outgoing teachers of Amissville Baptist Church will meet Sunday, Aug. 24 at 9 a.m. Please try to attend. Amissville United Methodist Church is again offering the course “Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study.” This is the foundational course in the Disciple series which has graduated over 400,000 participants. It is open to all adults. The class will meet on Sunday nights at 6 p.m. Registration for the 34 week course is due by Aug. 25 for orders of individual manuals to be placed and received prior to Orientation at 12:30 p.m. on Sept. 7 following the service. Tb register or for more information, call 937-4397. The cost of the manual is $28. Beginning Sept. 14 at 9:30 a.m., Amissville Baptist Church will again start Sunday School with an Opening Assembly in the Sanctuary. Everyone is invited to participate. Rappahannock County’s School Board has decided to delay the opening of school by one week to allow repairs at the high school to continue. Enjoy your extra week of vacation! Culpeper County’s newest school, Emerald Hill, will not open at the beginning of the 1997-98 school year. Division Superintendent Larry Brooks sent a letter relating this decision to the parents of students who are scheduled to attend Emerald Hill. The move to the new school is now planned for October and students will begin the year at Floyd T. Binns. I toured the school in July and am very excited for our students and staff to be housed in the new facility! Hope to see your news in the box at Hackley’s Store by noon on Sunday! Keep cool. Fraziers enj oy mountain vacation Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and son Christopher accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Holtzman Frazier of Fredericksburg and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville returned home Wednesday from a five-day vacation over the Blue Ridge Parkway, portions of the Great Smoky Mountains in Virginia and North Carolina and on to Cherokee Village, then into Pigeon Forge, Tenn. On the Parkway they toured many places of interest and the great Grandfather Mountain, where a majority of the group were not brave enough to walk the mile high swinging bridge. They traveled through 28 tunnels, sometimes it was raining in some sections and then sun shining in others. Praises went out to the Lord for a great, safe and enjoyable trip. Miss Linda Hawkins of 9 By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Virginia Beach spent Thursday until Monday here with her mother Mrs. Hazel Hawkins and other family members. Sunday Mrs. Hawkins, Ms. Sharon Sims and daughter Amanda and Miss Hawkins motored to Front Royal to visit Mr. and Mrs. Carrol Petty. They returned home after touring Skyline Drive. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer of Castleton Ford Road were shopping in Winchester Friday evening and dined at Ground Round Restaurant at Apple Blossom Mall. The Reva Fire and Rescue held a barbecue fundraiser at the Culpeper Methodist Church on Saturday. Area people are urged to come out on Saturdays to help at the new building on Birmingham Road. Belated wedding anniversary wishes go out to Bill and Ruth Peregory who celebrated their day on Tuesday. Happy birthday to Heather Cubbage whose day is Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher attended the Ketcocton Association of Regular Baptists meeting held at the Salem Regular Baptist Church near Boyce, Va. during the weekend. Others in surrounding areas attending the association were Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dodson, Mrs. Alvin Atkins, Mrs. Henry Wharton, Mrs. Hazel Delph, Mrs. May Anna Atkins, Mrs. Ada Smith, Elder and Mrs. Wilfred Deppen, Roy Thomas and Mrs. and Mrs. Marshall Burke. The regular Singing and Pickin’ Party held monthly at the Salem Fire Department building will take plhce this Friday, Aug. 22 starting at 7 p.m. and the public is invited. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and family were Sunday afternoon guests in the Joe Peregory home on Castleton Ford Road. For all you school children in our area, the news at present is that Rappahannock County Schools will be opening on Sept. 2. Watch this column and be advised of any changes. Evaluating children’s behavior and solutions By ATHENA K TAYLOR Extension Agent All children will behave in inappropriate ways at times. You must take action when the behavior is unsafe for the child or others. Discipline is the action taken by adults to help a child change his behavior and understand why the change is necessary. The adult needs to tell the child what is acceptable and give the child reasons why this is a good way of acting. The child needs help in understanding what happens when her behaves in a particular way. The goal of discipline is self-control. Punishment too has a goal of a change in behavior. But with punishment, behavior is changed by hurting the child emotionally or physically. When a child is punished, he may not know the real reason he is being punished. He may only know he did wrong, he is “bad” or “naughty” and as a result, feel guilty, angry, or resentful. When a child feels this way, the good feelings about himself may be destroyed. Children behave as they do in an effort to have some emotional need fulfilled. If we deal only with the behavior and not the need or reason behind the behavior, the need will continue to be strong and control their behavior. Whatever the need, the behavior will get worse and worse as the child tries desperately to meet the need. If a child is exhibiting behavior that is dangerous or inappropriate we must step in. But, we also need to look for reasons why the child acted as he did. For example, take the case of the child who generally gets along well with others. Quite suddenly this child begins to have trouble sharing and he hits several children. The adult must first stop the hitting, perhaps by stooping down to the child’s eye level and gently placing an arm around the child. Then explains to the child hitting isn’t acceptable because hitting hurts. The next step is to take the time, once the child has calmed down, to talk quietly with the child and discover why the child is not his normal “self’. Make sure you have provided for the children’s need. Ask yourself have I: • Provided space, materials, and activities appropriate to the age, needs, and inter ests of the children. • Clearly define and consistently maintain necessary limits. • Allowed the children to “act their age.” • Modeled appropriate behaviors for the children. • Recognized potential problems and took action to prevent them. • Redirected the children to acceptable activities. • Helped the children learn to deal with their strong feelings in acceptable ways. TODAY’S Chance of winning jackpot, 1 in 7.1 million. ^VIRGINIA LOTTERY www.valottery.com Upcoming Events Norman reunion scheduled The annual Norman reunion will be held on Sunday, Aug. 31 at the Rappahannock Recreation Park on U.S. 211 in Washington. A picnic lunch will be served at the pavillion at 1 p.m., rain or shine. All relatives and friends are invited and are asked to bring a covered dish and beverage. “ Hope to see you there,” said a spokesperson. Fall festival planned The Rappahannock Farmers’ Association is holding their third annual Fall festival at Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Kummli’s Windsor Lodge Farm on Sunday, Sept. 7 from 4 until 9 p.m. The cost is $15 per person, children under 12, free. This includes beef, pork and chicken barbecue, baked beans, cole slaw, rolls, beverage and dessert. Activities include pony rides and hay maze for children, silent auction and raffle of John Deere STX-38 for adults. “To keep Rappahannock beautiful we need your presence. Agriculture, in all its forms, keeps the land open, the views, inspiring, air and water clean, and a peaceful way of life,” said a spokesperson. Tickets will be available at the gate. For more information call Jane Naramore at 9375367 or Andy Pearcy at 987-9203. Karate classes to begin Shorin-Ryu Okinawan Karate classes will begin Sept. 10 at Ki Theatre in Washington. Junior classes will be held 4 to 5:30 p.m. with adult classes from 5:30 to 7 p.m. each Wednesday. Students are invited to join at anytime. For additional information call Arthur Drago at 635-7554 or Betsy Toth at 349-0632. Adult classes offered Adult education classes are being offered by the Rappahannock County Public Schools for the Fall 1997 session. Classes will be taught by professional teachers, trade employees, and/or persons familiar with the subject being taught. Deadline for fall enrollment is Sept. 5. For additional information or a list of the classes offered contact Jeanie Dwyer at 987-8773. Cattle program scheduled A Virginia Quality Assured Feeder Cattle program will be held at 6 p.m. on Aug. 26 at the Washington fire department. Registration will begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:15 and four speakers throughout the evening. Fore reservations or more information call the Rappahannock Extension Office at 675-3619 or Jane Naramore at 9375367 by Aug. 25. The program is coordinated and sponsored by the Rappahannock Farmers’Association, Virginia Cooperative Extension, and Bayer Corporation. The barbecue dinner is provided by Gerald Good Bayer Agriculture Division. Jenkins family to meet The annual reunion of the relatives and friends of the late Luther E. and Ada F. Jenkins will be held at Graves Mountain Lodge picnic shelter Aug. 24. A picnic lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Free Herbal Consultation A free Herbal Consultation provided by second year students of Dream time Center for Herbal Studies, supervised by Kathleen Maier, PA, AGH will be held Wednesday, Aug. 27 at the Rappahannock Healing Arts Center in Sperryville. Call ahead for an appointment, 987-7204. Fundraiser rescheduled The annual meeting and fund-raiser of the Rappahannock County Historical Society has been rescheduled to Saturday, Sept. 6 at 6:30 p.m. It will be held at the home of the society’s president Doug Baumgardner. Ceremony planned The Washington Volunteer Fire Department plans a commissioning ceremony of its brand new pumper fire truck on Sunday, Aug. 24, at 7 p.m. Drinks and light snacks will be provided along with demonstrations of the Department’s various pieces of equipment. The public is cordially invited. Video show scheduled The last Friday-of-the-month video show will be held Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Healing Arts in Sperryville. Come dance or just enjoy the show, Gabrielle Roth/The Wave. Cost is $3. “We’ve got air-conditioning, popcorn and a great space,” said an organizer. Art exhibit in the nest Dulaney Hollow Bed and Breakfast and Antiques cordially invites you to the opening reception presenting the Monotypes of the Blue Ridge by Tucker Hill and Chinese Brush Paintings — “Flower & Bird” by Charlene M. Fuhrman-Schultz and Sculptures of Recent Works by Jim Fort on Sunday, Sept. 21 from 2 to 5 p.m. The exhibit will be on display through Oct. 19 every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. at Dulaney Hollow in Etlan, Madison County. Partial proceeds will benefit The Blue Ridge Foothills Conservancy. For information call 540-923-4470. Family reunion planned It’s that time again the family of the late Henry T. Thorton and Lillie M. Cloud Thorton will hold their reunion at the Rappahannock Park on Saturday, Sept. 6. “Family and friends are invited, come bring a covered dish and join in,” said a family member. Dog day cabaret Chill if you will in the relative cool of night to the contemporary traditional music of Backwoods Triad on Friday, Aug. 22, 8:30-11 p.m. at the Ki Theater in Washington. Warren Phinney (vocals and guitar), Lucy Turner (violin), and Linda Heimstra (accordion and vocals) will be joined by special guests Linda Orfila and George Rosenbaum. Refreshments will be sold to benefit R.A.W.L. Admission is $5. Advance tickets are available at Mountainside Market. Dodson-Atkins reunion set The Dodson-Atkins family reunion will be Sunday, Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. at the VFW Shelter, 1847 North Royal Avenue in Front Royal. Family and friends are welcome. Those attending should bring a picnic lunch, served at 12. Wine, jazz at Oasis wine and all that jazz at The Oasis Winery on Saturday, Aug. 30 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be $5 per person charge which includes parking, souvenir wine glass, wine tastings, winery tours, hor d’eouvres, and other entertainment. Rain or shine. For more information guests should call 1-800-304-7656. Auction planned at Washington Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue will sponsor an auction on Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. Items are needed for this fundraiser. Donated items can be brought to the fire department or call 675-3615 for pick-up by members.

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Washington, VA: Large Newly renovated 4 room Apt. on Rt. 211 West.Single or couple only. $400 month. Lease/ Security (703)866-5051. Castleton, 2 bedroom 1 bath remodeled house, available September 1. 6-month lease. Security deposit. $650/ month. Days 540-675-7171. For Rent country home near Ortean. $950. Full basement, Large Kitchen, all major appliances. Available now. Pet allow. Call 540-937-3334 or 540-347-0011 between 6-8pm. Lovely Big Brick Victorian Farmhouse: situated amongst a working (arm in Rappahannock County. 5 bedrooms, 3 plus baths. $1,400/month. Please call: Philip Strange / Coldwell Banker Clore Realtors. (540)825-3300. Washington, Va: 3 bedroom, 1 bath home on horse facility. Electric heat, 2 woodstoves, washer/ dryer. Stalls available. $700 540675-3228. 15 Real Estate Commercial 340’ Waterfront 6 75 AC-$29,900. Enjoy unspoiled frontage on pristine mtn. river w/breathtaking mtn. views. Perfect getaway to escape the neat of the city. Utilities, perc, survey. Ready to build, camp, fish, swim or relax. Unique financing. Won't last! Call HCV 304-2622770 Pond Site Bargain! 10+AC-$39,777 New Well. Mature hardwoods on gently rolling acreage. Huge wildlife pond site & deeded access to trout river. Ready to build, camp or relax. Special financing. Call Owner HCV 304262-2770. Sheperdstown River Lot 5+AC $39,900 Guaranteed Buildable 5 min walk to deeded access on hardwood-lined river. Beautifully wooded, level parcel on top of ridge. Ready to build, camp, fish, or relax! Special financing. 1-ot-a-kind. Call HCV 304-262-2770 Real Estate IU For Sale US 66 ♦ 81. From 3.7 acres to ranch-sized homesites. Upscale conservation district. Forever protected from development. National Forest, water, pasture 2/3 sold out since 7-15-97. Incredible view. 1800's farmhouse, immaculate bank bam. Available. Low money down No qualification Owner Financing. Call 1-888-877LAND Real Estate 4T For Sale If By Owner $$ Real Estate and Profit $$ Start an investment business, buy a home for pennies to the dollar with HUD property. Real Estate, Mortgages, Wealth cost $59 which is 32% less than other programs offered. Opportunities available in your area. Call today, 8am to 8pm, 1-800-8227142. Foreclosed Government homes. Save up to 50% or more on repossessed homes Little/No down payment. Bad credit OK. Toll free 1-888-436-7973 ext. 644 25 acres mostly wooded with South facing House site in heart of Old Dommion Hunt County. 540-636-9388 25 Adoption A devoted couple seeks to adopt your newborn and start our family. Expenses paid. Call Jeanette and Glen at 800494-8895. A Loving childless couple wishes to adopt an infant lets help each other. Medical & Legal expenses paid .Confindental. Please call Mike and Mary 1- 800-485-9568. Loving couple wishes to adopt infant. Happy, secure home with full time mom. Medical and legal expenses paid. Please Call Dian and Joe at 1-800-579-1860, or collect 703-830-1341. 29 Auctions 18 Log Cabin Packages At Public Auction - 7:00 PM Monday, August 25, Winchester, VA .Tuesday, August 26, Fredericksburg, VA Call For Free Brochure and Details 1 -800-442-7906 Rogers Auction Company - VA2. Absolute Auction Aug. 27 at 10AM. Norfolk, Virginia. Chadwick Transportation. 15 Trucks, 30 Trailers. Call for brochure and terms. (804)355-2100. MACI Auctioneers, VALIC #16. AO Furniture “fc Appliances Large Microwavt. Oven- great condition, hardly used, turntable, variety of features. Asking $70. Call 703-8305226. 44 Giveaways For out of ground Diesel Tanks in good condition to giveaway. 703-3565801 Free To Good Homes: 5 adorable 6 week old kittens. (540)668-6495. Give Away Kittens - Tow- Tabby in color- 81/2 weeks old - Box Trained- Bery affectionate. People oriented. Call 540-364-3409. TB Gelding for sale. 7year old dark bay, l6H.Quiet, kind, handsome. Suitable for trail riding, light hacking, possible hilltopping. Not for beginner rider. $2000. 540-364-2929. Thoroughbred Mare: 16 hands, 12 years old, quiet and well trained, loves to ride and be challenged, $3,000/ or best offer. (540)3470976. 56 Miscellaneous For Sale Amana Air conditioner8600 BTU/ HR Like new, $300. Huffy Baby Jogger, Like new, $100. Call 703-391-9128. 57 Miscellaneous Wanted WANTED TO BUY: school type horses & ponies, but will buy any kind. Cash terms. Also, Trailers needed (540)347-7776. Auctions FARM AUCTION TRACTORS, FARM MACHINERY, VEHICLES Saturday, August 30,1997 9:00 A.M. From Luray, take Rt. 340 north, approximately 4 miles turn left onto Rt. 660 Kibler Hill Road, go to stop sign, turn left onto Rt 654 Hook Hill Road to auction From Front Royal, take US Rt 340 south, approximately 20 miles. Baginning at 9:00a.m. Tha following will ba sold: Household and miscellaneous items includes 1. Gibson Guitar; 2 Triple X Tenor Banjo; 3. Adams Metal Toy Grader Beginning at 12:00 noon. Farm Machinery: 9600 Ford tractor, 8600 Ford tractor (low hours), 160 Allis Chalmers (new engine), Dunham Lier loader, D 17 Allis Chalmers, 20' tilth wheel ‘cattle trailer. Heston 2 row chopper- grass head- like new, New Holland 28 silage blower, 3 silage wagons, 3 hay wagons. Oliver gram drill. 2 New Holland hay binds, New Holland sickle mower, New Holland rake, New Holland manure spreader, 2 row New Idea com picker, 2 gravity wagons, 30' alum, boom sprayer, Ford chisel plow, Ford hydraulic disc, Glencoe soil saver, John Deere cultimulcher, gram auger, 4 row AC sod planter with monitor, Ford square baler with kicker, Danuser post hole digger, 5 bottom plow, 2 hay elevators, New Idea hay rake, gooseneck 3 axle Hat trailer, 3 pt hitch boom sprayer, 2 bottom Ford plows, Oliver 4 bottom plows, John Deere bushhog, 6 Apache creep feeders (70 bushel), hay forks (round bale), steel bridge beams, Mornson mechanics body with reels & tank, 4 butchering kettles, new Semen tank, round bale leeders, field drag, cultivators and miscellaneous items too numerous to list. Vehicles: International 4WD farm truck, 1989 F-150 Ford truck, 1987 F-150 Ford 4 WO (10,000 miles, on engine), 1977 Ford van, 1965 Ford F-150 pickup truck Announcement* on day of the auction wtH take precedence over printed matter. (RAIN DATE: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 1997- LABOR DAY) Owner*: Russell and Elta Rae Jenkins Term*: Cash or approved check Lunch by Luray Fir* Dept Ladto*' Auxiliary NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS Auctioneer*: RudolphDonavan Gtlly Weaver Lie *000209 Lie. *001550 Musical Instr & Equip Pianos- New & Used. Quality Pianos- Great Prices, Always! The Piano Co - Leesburg. 703771-8119 1-800-7269109. www.pianoco.com Pet Supplies Sales & Service Jack Russell Terrier puppies for sale: 3 females, 2 males, born 7/11. Carefully, bred for terrific temperament and conformation. Mothersable and White smoothcoat from English working stock. Father- rough coated- tri, bench quality and champion lines. Classic 12" height. The perfect pets. $350. (540)364-2929. Produce Muskrat Haven Farm - ELck your own Peaches, thornless Blackberries, red Raspberries, Canning Tomatoes. OPEN 7 days a week 9-6pm 540-937-5191 Located 15 mi west of Warrenton on Rt 211 Recreational Equip/Health Treadmill, all electric. Power incline. Gym quality. Perfect condition. Programmable features. Paid $750, asking $450 / best offer. 703-8305226. 68 Services Healthcare Nurses Per Visit Opportunities for RN’s with adult. MCH. pediatric and IV skills. Home health experience preferred Please call Terri Hailey @ (804) 897,0040 or send resume to Columbia Homecare, 563 South Lake Blvd., Richmond, VA 23236 Fax (804) 897-0787. PAINTING •Interior • Experienced • References Call 540-923-4652 EARLYS CARPET, INC. Rt.-211, 1 mile west of Post Office Amissville, VA 540-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 MISSING 3 dogs last seen in Sperryville Area -female black lab (no collar) -female Jack Russell terrier -female golden retriever Please CALL: 987-9623 REWARD! 1991 Eagle Summit, manual transmission, red, hatchback, 120K, Excellent condition, great commuter car $1,700. 540-722-9379. Toyota 1987 Celica GT Runs well, new inspection, Power steering, Powers brakes, cruise, tilt. $1,895. (540)3493343. Thicks Chevy 1952 Pickup: Restored, 5 windows, runs good, looks good, new paint, $5,800. (301) 739-2627 Ford 1976 F-250: 2 wheel drive, runs, but needs a motor, $500/ or best otter. (540)3477833. Mustang LX, 1990 Bullethole rims, set ot 4, 15x7. Only on car for a year. Still look great. Nice addition tor older LX 4 cylinders. Over $900 new. asking $375/ obo. Call 703-777-7174 SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts tor cars and tructo Some new parts Motors. Irasmisstons and part installed (if purchased here) Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. Wa Buy and Sail running care and trucks. Open 7 days. Mon Sat 8-6 Sunday 9-5 Loc»«J Ri 229 1 foMs pan Cutpeptr hgr, Scnod 175-7571 • • # Can Sell it! RAPPAHANNOCK-RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD CULPEPER, VIRGINIA 22701 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. 9710, TO PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES. PROPOSALS DUE BY 4:00 P.M. ON SEPTEMBER 2, 1997, AT P.O. BOX 1568, STATE ROUTE 29 NORTH, ROUTE 666, BRADFORD ROAD, CULPEPER, VIRGINIA 22701. AN OPTIONAL PREPROPOSAL CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, AUGUST 25 AT 10:00 A M. AT SAME LOCATION. FOR INFORMATION, CALL BRIAN DUNCAN AT 540-825-3100, EXTENSION 3145. 8-20-97 #61565 PUBLIC NOTICE Application for Certificate of .Public Convenience and Neccesaitv Curl R, Gausman D/B/A Rappahannock Tours and Charter Department of Motor Vehicles Case Number MC-9721201AB Notice Is hereby given of an Informal administrative proceeding at September 10, 1997, at 9:30 a.m., and a formal hearing at October 1, 1997, at 9:30 a.m. If necessary, at the Department of Motor Vehicles Headquarters Building, 2300 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia, to consider the application pursuant to Chapter 23, of Title 46.2 of the Code oL Virginia of Curt R. Gausman D/B/A Rappahannock Tours and Charier, for a certificate of public convenience and necessity as a Special or Charter Party Carrier, if you wish to participate in any manner, you must contact the Case Management Unit, DMV Motor Carrier Services, P.O. Box 27412, Richmond, Virginia 23269-0001, telephone at (804) 367-0503 prior to August 27, 1997, to obtain necessary information. Absolute deadline for filing a protest is September 3, 1997. 8-20-97 #61426 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA COUNTY COURTHOUSE WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA APPLICATION FOR VARIANT PURSUANT TO SECTION 170-136 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15 1-431 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby “?at ih® B°ard of Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia will hold a Public Heanng on Thursday, August 28,1997, at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street in Washington Virginia. Consideration shall be given to all applications presented in accordance with submission reguirements. VARIANCE #970801 8-13, 8-20-97 Donald W. McCarty, II. P. O. Box 421, Washington, Virginia 22747, desires to obtain a side-yard setback variance of thirty (30) feet. The required set-back is fifty (50) feet; proposed set-back would be twenty (20) feet. Construction is to be a twocar garage. Property is located at Tax Map 27, Parcel 25 and is in Hampton Magisterial District, zoned “A" Agricultural, on/near RT. 614 in Gid Brown Hollow. Allowed under Section 170, Article 170-136 of the Rappahannock County Code. 1*590451 My Husband and I Just Made Our Cemetery Pre-Arrangements... So Our Kids Won’t Have To BEFORE-NEED OFFER” BURIAL SPACE FOR TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE because of love, protect your family, emotionally and financially, j Do now what must be done sooner or later • Perpetual Care • Child Protection • Monthly Terms • Free Family Portfolio Ask about No interest Program FOR DETAILS CALL 540-937-5251 Hillcrest Memory Gardents 4160 Rixeyville Rd. Jeffersonton, VA 22724 Hillcrest Mem. Gdns will save your loved ones thousands of dollars if you will only allow us to. Our Pre-Arrangement Program can reduce unnecessary costs immediately and eliminate a great deal of emotional hardship in the future. Name Address City Phone Best Time To Call_ NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM Proposed Flood Elevation Determinations for the Unincorporated Areas of Rappahannock County, Virginia AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency ACTION: Proposed rule. SUMMARY: Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed modified base (1% annual chance) flood elevations shown on your community's preliminary Revised Flood Insurance Rate Map. These base flood elevations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that the community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The proposed base flood elevations modify the base flood elevations shown on your community's presently effective Flood Insurance Rate Map. DATES: The period for Comment will be ninety (90) days following the second publication of this proposed rule in a newspaper of local circulation in the community. ADDRESSES: Preliminary Revised Flood Insurance Rate Maps showing the proposed modified base flood elevations and their delineation are available for review at the Rappahannock County Administration and Zoning Office, 290 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia. Send comments to: Mr. John McCarthy Rappahannock County Administrator P.O. Box 519 Washington, Virginia 22747 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Frederick H. Sharrocks Jr., Chief Hazard Identification Branch Mitigation Directorate Federal Emergency Management Agency Washington, DC 20472 (202) 646-2796 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Emergency Management Agency gives notice of the proposed determinations of modified base flood elevations, in accordance with Section 110 of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (Pub. L. 93-234), 87Stat. 980, which added Section 1363 to the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (Title XIII of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (Pub. L. 90448)), 42 U.S.C. 4001-4128, and 44 CFR 67.4(a). These elevations, together with the floodplain management measures required by Section 670.3 of the program regulations, are the minimum that are required, mey should not be construed to mean the community must change any existing ordinances that are more stringent in their floodplain management requirements. The community may at any time enact stricter requirements on its own, or pursuant to policies established by other Federal, State, or regional entities. These proposed elevations will also be used to calculate the appropriate flood insurance premium rates for new buildings and their contents. Pursuant to the provisions of 5 USC 605(b), the Administrator, to whom authority has been delegated by the Director, Federal Emergency Management Agency, hereby certifies that the proposed flood elevation determines, if promulgated, will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. A flood elevation determination under Section 1363 forms the basis for new local ordinances, which, if adopted by a local community, will govern future construction within the floodplain area. The elevation determinations, however, impose no restriction unless and until the local community voluntarily adopts floodplain ordinances in accord with these elevations. Even if ordinances are adopted in compliance with Federal standards, the elevations prescribe how high to build in the floodplain and do not prohibit development. Thus, this action only forms the basis for future local actions. It imposes no new requirement; of itself it has no economic impact. Proposed base flood elevations along flood sources studied in detail are shown on the Preliminary Revised Flood Insurance Rate Map. Losses and owners of real property in the Unincorporated areas of Rappahannocx County. Virginia, are encouraged to review these maps and related materials at the address cited above. The proposed base flood elevations are as follows: Source Of Flooding Existing Moditi Range of Base Flood Elevations •Depth in feet above ground Thorton River River None ‘593 None ‘960 North Fork Thornton River None *635 None *755 8-13.8-20-97 •89082

Plans begun for new track at RCHS By Mary Beth Martin Rappahannock News Staff Writer The track at Rappahannock County High School is in a sad state with weeds growing up, a cinder base instead of asphalt and no lines dividing the six lanes, according to RCHS student Jonathan Moore. It is not even the officially needed size necessary in order to have school track meets. All of these things contribute to the fact that track meets cannot be held locally and so the Rappahannock track team always has to be the visiting team. “It’s like an old driveway,” said Jonathan. There is an advantage to being able to hold track meets at home. Just as at any home athletic activity, the team receives stronger support, the home team is familiar with the track and they do not spend time traveling. There is also the added expense of the bus and personnel time required for the traveling team. Although individual Rappahannock students in track have done well, the team has not won often. Muddy puddles in the middle of the track, which is used as a soccer field, are a constant problem. It would need to be graded to drain well. The field is played on frequently by the local soccer teams as well as the high school team. After a rain, the entire field becomes swamped in mud and goo. On Aug. 12, county resident and school supporter, Maggie Rogers, received permission from the Rappahannock School Board to open an account designated as a track fund. Rosa Crocker, school board member, pointed out that specific details have not been decided on, and they would greatly affect the final cost as there is a wide range in cost depending on how much is done.. She estimated the cost would be between $100,000 and $200,000. A variety of fundraisers are planned for the school year to raise money for a new track, including a T-shirt sale at the district cross country meet this fall. Mrs. Rodgers anticipates a 5-K race next year. Ramey plans to run in Culpeper Biathlon On Aug. 24, the Triathlantic Association will be hosting the Culpeper Biathlon. The race is the 16th of 28 events hosted by Triathlantic this year. The event will consist of a 3.6 mile run followed by a 15 mile bike and ending with a 1.2 mile run. The race will begin at Mountain Run Lake Park starting at 8 a.m. A portion of all proceeds from the event will benefit the Culpeper Unit of the American Cancer Society. The Triathlantic series began in March in North Carolina and ends in December in Columbia, Md. The series involves over 10,000 athletes from around the country, ranging from world champions to first time multi-sport athletes. One of the top masters athletes, Mark Ramey of Rappahannock, is entered. At the Culpeper event, men’s point series leader Craig Lowry of Harrisonburg, as well as the next two highest point leaders, George Ganoung of Durham, N.C. and Rich Crump of Monterrey, Calif, have already entered RAA holding registration The Rappahannock Athletic Association is holding fall baseball and softball registration. Mail information to RAA, P.O. Box 104, Amissville, 20106 and include the player’s name, phone number and make check payable to RAA. For major ages 10-11 and minor ages 7-9, the registration fee is $20, mail by Aug. 31. For more information call Hodge Miller, 675-1394. For softball ages 6rl2, registration $15 per player and $20 per new player who did not play in the spring. Mail in by Aug. 31. Final softball registration will be Sept. 6 at 8 a.m. at Stuarts field in Amissville. One more softball clinic will be held on Aug. 30 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Stuarts field. Contact Fred Naramore at 937-5367 for more information. Notice: The opening of school for Rappahannock County Public Schools has been postponed until Tuesday, Sept. 2, due to safety concerns as a result of school building renovation. Crime Does Pay Up to $10,000 reward for tips on auto theft. 1-800-947-HEAT In Loving Memory of Bill Cejka Billy - You were a light in my life that 1 thought would never go out. Somehow you managed to break down my walls and step into my heart. You always told me that I was your "Queen." I want you to know that you made me feel that 1 was. My sweet baby - You were my King And now you're my Angel. We had so many plans but 1 guess somebody needed you more than 1. I'll always adore you. Please wait for me... By the way. Have I told you how much 1 love you today? Debbie Extension program set for Tuesday The Virginia Quality Assured Feeder Cattle Program will be held at 6 p.m., Aug. 26, at the Washington Fire Department. The Quality Assured Program identifies Virginia feeder cattle with valueadded health and genetic history to improve their marketability and to reward producers for their efforts. The program will start with registration at 6 p.m. At 6:15 the sponsored barbecue dinner will be held. The speakers will start at 6:45 p.m. with The Overall Mechanics of the Quality Assured Program by Bill McKinnon, Extension animal scientist, marketing. Health Specifics of the Quality Assured Program by Dee Whittier, DVM, Extension specialist, cattle, will be at 7:15 p.m. At 7:45 p.m., a talk on Vaccination Programs that Fit the Quality Assured Program by Gerald Good, senior technical sales representative, livestock business unit, Bayer Corporation, will take place. And at 8:15 p.m., Mr. McKinnon will wind up the program with a talk on Industry Situation and Beef Quality Assurance Update. For reservations call the Rappahannock Extension Office at 675-3619 or Jane Naramore at 937-5367 by Aug. 25. The event is coordinated and sponsored by the Rappahannock Farmers’ Association, Virginia Cooperative Extension, and Bayer Corporation. The barbecue dinner is provided by Gerald Good Bayer Agriculture Division. X ^ Mam&isu l Xrafts, Festival SEPT. 5,6,7,1997 MANASSAS VIRGINIA VA2MS.0M 340 ARTISANS DISCOUNT ADMISSION S'cnschd by COUPONS AVAItABli AT GIANT OR CAU 800-210-9900 Bankrupt? Repossession? Bad Credit? Shaky Credit? No Credit? NO MONEY * DOWN! * Credit Approval Center l>mmd i'hsuiw Auto Finance F\|>nM \w/t scd Cars-Triuks-Yans 1-800-635-0730 Cal! .Today _ * _I I End of Summer Sale 314-H Was $4,179 IN STOCK 416-H 416-8 Was $3,999 42", 48" or 60" deck extra Financings No Payments No Interest SWAN’S J.A. SWAN, JR. & CO j IMt.M Ira Huffman law kl. 2** Nui lli (Arruss from fVOpI • Clll|H‘|Hr KM-P..W Mmi.-ln ird.n i mtvft all wij> m - miKt tariK. 540-825-8371 the event. On the women’s side, point series leader Kim Kruse Langer of Arlington, as well as Cynthia Carpenter of BelAir, Md. and Janelle McKenzie of Mystic, Conn, both ranked in the top five will also attend. This is the seventh year for the Culpeper Biathlon and with the support of Triathlantic, the American Cancer Society is expecting more than 300 athletes to participate. Major sponsors of the biathlon are Mistic Beverages, ClifBar, Gatorade, Bergers Cookies, the Bike Stop, Greensmythe Landscape, Communications Corporation of America, SWIFT, Culpeper Memorial Hospital, Images in Action, The Training Zone, and Virginia Orthopedic Center, PC. The event is open to all athletes, regardless of ability age, or genaer. In addition, a male, female and mixed relay division is also available. For more information or an application call Triathlantic at (410) 882-6103 or the American Cancer Society at 8250754. First RoughRide being planned for next month The first annual Rappahannock RoughRide is scheduled for Sept. 20, a charity bicycle tour of Rappahannock County to benefit the Fauquier Free Clinic, Inc. The tour is being sponsored by local area residents and businesses. Each participant can choose to ride one of three routes, 10 and 32-mile tours Over paved roads or a 25-mile “RoughRide” over paved and unpaved roads. The event starts at 10 a.m. at the Trinity Episcopal Church ip Washington, Va. and each route travels through beautiful countryside. Everyone who registers will have a chance to win a dinner for two at The Inn at “Little” Washington. The Inn is famous worldwide for its service and food. “We wanted to combine a fund event for the entire family with an important cause,” said Patty Montgomery, the RoughRide committee chairman. “Since most of us on the committee love to cycle, a ‘tour de Rappahannock’ seemed like a great way to accomplish both.” , “The Fauquier Free Clinic is a wonderful organization which provides primary health care for uninsured residents in Rappahannock and Fauquier Counties,” she said. All funds raised by the Rappahannock RoughRide will go toward providing medications for children and adults, equipment and testing supplies for diabetics and supplies for the medical and dental clinics. Nearly 100 volunteer physicians, dentists, pharmacists, nurses and administrative volunteers make it possible for the clinic to stretch its donated dollars. For every $1 raised, $4 in health care services are delivered to patients from the area. The Fauquier Free Clinic is open on Thursday evenings in the Fauquier Coupty Public Health Department, with registration on a walk-in basis only beginning at 5:30 p.m. The clinic also provides dental assistance on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Anyone with no health insurance (including Medicaid and Medicare) can be seen at the Fauquier Free Clinic if they meet income eligibility guidelines. Any child is eligible to be seen at the clinic no matter what the income of their parents. Entry fee for the Rappahannock RoughRide is $18 before Sept. 10, and $20 thereafter. Participants may register on the morning of the ride before 9:30 a.m. Anyone who would like more information about the Rappahannock RoughRide or the services and eligibility requirements of the Fauquier Free Clinic, should call Karen Flikeid at 347-0394. rm *• II. i w■ HTS Mitchell Layton The Disney Channel 0 Disney C 1996 Psremount Pictures It’s Never Been Easier to Get Great Satellite TV! icxai install price is pus uu ana ooes noi mciuoe any programming costs equipment rental costs or install costs for additional outlets Limited time oiler Subject to credit approval Oiler valid through July 31 1997 Cannot be combined with any other oiler OUer available through selected distribution channels Local sales tax may apply "Does not include installation Based on selected packages Pnces are subyect to change Local sales taxes may apply ABC CBS FOX NBC and PBS are available only to households that cannot receive that network oll-the-air from me local TV station using a conventional roottop antenna and have not received that network by cable TV witht\ 90 days pnor to satellite service Ail channels are mended lor pnvate home viewing Pnces available lor residential service only CI997 PRIMESTAR BY TSAT Call now, 1-800-PRIMESTAR PRIMEStW PRIMESTAR IY TSAI

Deaths From Page B5 public schools in Rappahannock County. He was employed by the American Viscose Corporation (FMC) for 39 years. He served as a seaman in the United States Navy during World War II, receiving an honorable discharge in 1946. Mr. Brown was a devoted and faithful member of Mt. Morris Baptist Church, Hume, Va. where he served as deacon and trustee for many years. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at the Mt. Morris Baptist Church in Hume. Rev. Lindsay Green officiated. Interment was in Mt. Morris Community Cemetery. William J. Cejka Foreman William (Billy) Joseph Cejka was bom on June 16, 1956 in Schenectady, N.Y. and passed away Aug. 16, 1997 in Sperryville. He is survived by his sons Daniel and Kyle Cejka of' Scotia, N.Y.; his father William D. Cejka and brother Thomas Cejka of St. Petersburg, Fla; sisters Maureen and Eileen of Dwaynesburg, N.Y., Patricia of Wilmington, N.C., Mary Beth of Scotia, N.Y.; “Cousin Joe” of Culpeper and fiance Deborah L. Settle of Sperryville. Bill was employed as a foreman by Ace Carpentry, Inc. He was a founding member of the Culpeper Minutemen MC, coach for the Sperryville women’s softball team and was active in various fund raisers. Billy was loved by all who knew him and will be missed dearly. The funeral is to be held Aug. 22 at Gleason Funeral Home in Schenectady, N.Y. A local “Celebration of Life” will be held at the Blue Moon Cafe in Sperryville at a date to be announced later. For information call Cousin Joe at 825-2122 or Debbie Settle at 987-3399. Service set On Sunday, Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. Amissville United Methodist Church will celebrate “Christmas in Liberia” with donations of clothing, books, religious materials, rice, school and personal items for orphanages, children’s centers, schools, and refugee centers to help bring joy to them at Christmas time. The community is invited to hear the guest speaker, Mrs. Comfort Anderson-Miller. iJnsfiLzLncj ^WozcU by Randy Minter A UNIVERSE UNTO HIMSELF If we seem to value life any less these days, this regrettable state of affairs can be easily remedied by taking notice of what a miracle human life is. Aretwe not at once mere specks in our vast population as well as universes unto ourselves? Any true appreciation of ourselves and those around us begins with the knowledge of our place in the world and the reality beyond. Consider the words of Jacques Maritain: ‘To say that a man is a person is to say that in the depth of his being he is more a whole than a part and more independent than servile. It is to say that he is a minute fragment of matter that is at the same time a universe, a beggar who participates in the absolute being, mortal flesh whose value is eternal and a bit of straw into which heaven enters.” Being thankful for whatever miracles we find in our life, large or small, can enlarge our daily experience and bring us much happiness. While it sounds cliche, it is nonetheless true that life’s meaning is often found most completely in small moments completely felt and known. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, you’ll meet a staff which is thoughtful of your feelings and willing to help in any way possible. Call 347-3431 for answers to your questions. Quote: "I mean to make myself a man, and if / succeed in that, I shall succeed in everything else." - James Abram Garfield Propagating trees By DR. DIANE RELF Extension Environmental Horticulturist Many of the trees and shrubs popular in the home landscape can be started from cuttings during August. With most of these plants, it is not difficult to produce an abundance of tiny new plants. Be warned, however, that it may take three to five years before they reach the size you see in the nursery. Depending on the plant involved, cuttings taken at this time of the year may be softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings. Softwood cuttings are taken from new growth that still is relatively soft and succulent and before the tissue has matured or become woody. You can tell if the plant is in condition for rooting by trying to snap off a three to six inch tip. If it breaks, it is ready. Make softwood cuttings three to six inches long. Strip the lower leaves before inserting the cuttings into the rooting medium. Space cuttings so the leaves just touch each other. Do not overcrowd them. Semi-hardwood or green wood cuttings differ from softwood cuttings only in the maturity of the wood. For deciduous plants that root better from semi-hardwood cuttings, the cuttings are taken later in the season when the lower portion of the stem has become ligni fied or partially mature. Cuttings from evergreens generally are obtained from new shoots, five to 10 weeks after a flush of growth when the wood is partially mature. Tb root broadleafed evergreens such as azaleas and holly, take cuttings that are six to eight inches long. Remove leaves or small branches from the base of the cutting and insert it in a rooting medium. Broadleafed evergreens are easily rooted in a cold frame with a glass or plastic cover to increase the humidity. You can take cuttings from these broadleafed evergreens: boxwood, holly, mahonia, mountain laurel, pyracantha, and rhododendron. Dr. Diane Relfis an environmental horticulturist with Virginia Cooperative Extension and is a member of the faculty of Virginia Tech. Real Estate Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s office. Ellen C. Halbert to Dennis M. Gormley, 31.803 acres, Stonewall District. $145,000. Joseph R. Hall and wife to Margaret Atkins Jenkins, lot 5 A-2, 1.5987 acres, Wakefield District. $67,500. ■.11 Wlt! Subscribe to the Rappahannock Mowif Call 67S-3338. i ^ ^ -s< • ; Mff.i fli i i ■ ii ft PermaTreal PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years (540) 829-0000 fegSllafe \PPAHANNOCI usinesl &IServic<! PPPW?Sm»<yg^WW«l.>'g^5'W,'ltl! Only $4.60 per week , fir a 1 inch space Next Deadline August 23 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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A new era dawns at Lord Fairfax There won’t be a football stadium, and the ivy will have to wait until the halls are built. But the new educational complex planned for the Fauquier Campus of Lord Fairfax Community College will provide more educational opportunities than have ever been available before. There are schematics, and there are architects’ renderings, but it is still hard to imagine what the new building at Lord Fairfax Community College’s Fauquier campus will be like. The entire project will cost about $10 million, and the building itself will offer 58,000 square feet of space. Exterior construction will be of honed finish concrete block on the upper level,, and split-faced concrete block on the lower level. The building will have a standing-seam metal roof, and windows will be one-inch clear insulated glass in aluminum frames. Roof-top mechanical units will be screened from view. The interior of the building is divided into utilization areas (41,819 square feet), plus “non-assignable” areas like hallways, foyers common areas and stairways (16,181 square feet). On the ground floor of the main building are: • Three computer labs, plus a related audio-visual room and systems office. • Laboratories for biology, physics, chemistry, engineering and nursing; • Institutional support and central services offices; • Book store and food service facilities and • a student lounge Located on the main floor above are: • Six general purpose classrooms; • Six student services offices for admissions, counseling; • Four business offices; • Three administrative offices; • Reception area and open lounge; • Learning assistance office complex, including meeting rooms, faculty offices, and work area; • Learning resource center, including the ^ school library, general study area, stacks, librarian’s office, and group study offices, and • Teleconference/Distance Learning Center In addition, the existing Barn structure will be remodeled as the college’s Special Events Center.

Alumnus proves loyalty By John Toler Timea-Democrat Staff Writer Why is Tom Kirk so loyal to Lord Fairfax Community College? One incident, in particular speaks volumes. During Kirk’s last semester studying business at Lord Fairfax, he needed to take a government course that wasn’t available. He approached Dr. William H. McCoy, then the president of the college, with his predicament. “What can I do?,” he asked McCoy. After considering the situation, McCoy replied, “You are going to be my student.” “I got my government assignments directly from Dr. McCoy, and met with him at his office for an hour-and-a-half each month to go over my work,” said Kirk. “I was impressed that the president of a college would take so much interest in a student. “That sold me on Lord Fairfax Community College right there,” he said. Kirk, 55, of Warrenton, is the executive vice president and trust officer at F&M Peoples Bank. His connections with Lord Fairfax run wide and deep. After 20 years with the Intelligence branch of the U.S. Navy Kirk retired and was ready to try something else. He moved with his family to Stephens City, Va., and took a job at a bank in Winchester. He discovered that he was living ‘just down the road” from the main campus of Lord Fairfax in Middletown and enrolled in the business program there. He attended classes at night and continued working at the bank full time. He completed the requirements for an associate’s degree in business management from LFCC in 1983. r Tom Kirk CrossLink mm Wm Mi Mi ■■ MB M Mi • NO Busy Signals • Highest Quality • LOCAL to Fauquier LOCAL INTERNET ■ ACCESS. 888.427.6775 He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1987 from Shenandoah University. He got about halfway through the MBA program at Shenandoah before deciding he had been a student long enough. Even after completing his studies, Kirk remained involved with Lord Fairfax, serving for a time as an adjunct professor in the business department. “My experience at Lord Fairfax was unique,” said Kirk recently. “I had taken courses at many different schools while in the Navy, but the atmosphere and the level of interest in the students shown by the professors was unlike anything I’d seen before ... for their first two years, kids probably get as good or better an education at Lord Fairfax as they would at a major four-year institution.” Kirk began working in Warrenton in 1983, and moved his family there a year later. His connection with LFCC followed him to Fauquier, as the local satellite campus began to grow. “At that time, we were just getting the ball rolling,” Kirk recalled. “We were teaching classes at night at Fauquier High School, at the bank, or any other place we could get. Then Bob Sowder came along with The Bam,’ and things just went on from there.” My experience at Lord Fairfax was unique... the atmosphere and the level of interest in the students shown by the professors was unlike anything I’d seen before. Tom Kirk College Board member As his responsibilities at the bank continued to grow, it became necessary to curtail, and, later, stop his teaching duties. However, in 1991, he was asked to serve on the Lord Fairfax Community College Foundation Board, which serves as the fund raising arm of the college. And in 1992, he was selected as the LFCC Outstanding Alumnus of the Year for his ongoing efforts. Two years ago, on the recommendation of LFCC president Marilyn Beck, he was appointed by the Board of Supervisors to represent Fauquier See KIRK, Page 6 y CMd Health <*™®‘Associates, Ltd. Learning Center One-on-one tutoring sessions with certified teachers Study stdU? • Enrichment Programs • Computer training Individualized education plans written for each student Registration fee includes pre- and post testings _and monthly evaluation report Flexible Hours (540) 347-2200 52 W. Shirley Avenue, Warrenfcon

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Diversity attracts students At age 18, Rachel Leigh Carrino of Warrenton has already planned out how she will achieve a career in medicine. And through the Virginia Community College System, and the Fauquier campus of Lord Fairfax in particular, her plans are coming to fruition. A 10-year resident of Fauquier, Carrino attended Fauquier High School for her sophomore year before transferring to the newly opened Liberty High School, where she graduated in 1996. She did well in high school, and was eager to begin her pursuit of higher education. She was influenced to enter medicine by her father, who is a physician’s assistant. Her dream is to become a pediatric nurse. Carrino applied for several scholarships, and was awarded the LHS Principal’s Scholarship for $1,550 toward her first year at Lord Fairfax. This summer she was awarded a scholarship from LFCC for $780. Her immediate goal is to earn her associates degree in general studies at LFCC and then enter George Mason University’s nursing program. In two more years she will earn her degree as a registered nurse, at which point she may begin to work, or contin ue her studies to become a nurse practitioner. “But that’s a lot more school,” she added. As one of the younger students at Lord Fairfax, Carrino has found college study an eryoyable experience. “I really like the fact that the school is small, and that there is a variety of people who attend classes there,” she said. . She appreciates both the “older adults and the high school kids” enrolled at Lord Fairfax. “There was the pre-medical courses are available at the Fauquier campus, Carrino attended six weeks of classes at the Annandale campus of Northern Virginia Community College this summer, where she took anatomy and physiology. The classes in Annandale started at 8 a.m. and involved rush-hour commuting. Fortunately, she worked out a carpool with two other students from the county. She is signed up for chemistry at the NVCC campus in Manassas next one man in my art class who was 73,” she recalled. “He had a lot of life experience and other thoughts to add to what the professor was saying.” She also is . glad that the school is close to her home. This summer, Carrino has been taking lifespan classes at Lord Fairfax in Warrenton. But because not all of Rachel Leigh Carrino rail. When the new | facility is complet| ed in Warrenton most of these classIes, as well as a new nursing program, will be available — although | too late for | Carrino. I An honor stu| dent her first year | at LFCC, Carrino | was inducted into | the Phi Theta I Kappa academic honor society, and will be an ambassador for LFCC 66 At Lord Fairfax, there is a lot more individual attention... The classes are a lot smaller... Sure, there are more younger people at NVCC, but I like the diversity. Rachel Leigh Carrino, student next year. That involves taking new students around the college, and explaining the role of the college to others in the community. “I’ve missed a couple of meetings because of my classes this summer, but I’ll catch up,” she said. While the experience of attending classes at other schools has been beneficial, it is the Fauquier campus that is still “home.” “At Lord Fairfax, there is a lot more individual attention,” she observed. “The classes are a lot smaller ... you know everyone there, and they know you. Sure, there are more younger people at NVCC, but I like the diversity.” Windows 95 Win. 95 Upgrade MS Word /Beg. MS Word/Inter. MS Word/Inter. MSWord/Adv. Excel / Beg. Excel / Inter. Excel / Adv. r Powerpoint Access / Beg. Access / Inter. Access / Adv. Intro, to Comp. The Internet Sept. 23 & 26 Sept. 12 Sept. 22 & 24 Sept. 1 & 3 Sept. 29 & Oct 1 Sept. 15 & 17 Sept. 29 & Oct 1 Sept. 8 & 9 Sept. 15 & 17 Sept 15 & 17 Sept 16 & 18 Sept 30&0ct 2 Sept. 22 & 24 Sept. 11 Sept. 9 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.- Noon 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - Noon 9:00 - Noon 9:00 a.m. - Noon 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m- - Noon 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. SmKMHKk Sm LVI. 3 Hoik Instwi’ ; ( You Choose The Software} $135 For Two. ADDA A Third Person For Only $30 More Other software packages available. Private one-on-one tutoring available. Call for full details. . Learning and Beyond, Inc. (540) 349-4398 (800) 922-2296 Email (tebbiemC*mnsine com FOR ALL YOUR WHEEL NEEDS! • New Bike Sales • Service and Repairs • Skateboards and Accessories 12% off Accessories and labor w/college I.D. through 9/30/97 with mention of this ad. L J 20 Ashby Street, Old Town Warrenton, VA (540) 347-9771

Time Line Following is a time line noting the significant milestones in LFCC’s development of a Fauquier Campus: April, 1988— Germanna and Lord Fairfax community colleges began exploring the possibility of expanding educational opportunities in Fauquier County. Local business and government leaders met with presidents of the two community colleges to discuss the feasibility of establishing an educational venture in Warrenton. It was determined that a facility of at least 3,000 square feet in size would be needed to provide sufficient administrative and classroom space. It was estimated that the county would need to provide $20,000 to $30,000 in “seed money” to pay for start-up and first-year operational expenses. September, 1988 — On Wednesday, Sept. 7, the first classes offered under the auspices of the joint venture by Germanna and Lord Fairfax community colleges began at “The Bam.” Use of The Bam was provided by Bob Sowder Enterprises rent-free. Sowder also contributed some $90,000 in renovations to make the facility suitable for educational purposes. December, 1988 — Bob Sowder offered to donate The Bam, the adjacent parking area and the access road, *....«ni in.. a. THE BARN: A1989 photograph shows the Lord Fairfax Community College site. totaling some 2.7 acres in size to the Lord Fairfax Community College Educational Foundation. February, 1992 — The state Board for Community Colleges assigned Fauquier County in its entirety to the service region of Lord Fairfax Community College, with an effective date of July 1, 1992. The state board further authorized a planning study for formal establishment of a campus in Fauquier County and endorsed efforts to secure approval of the concept from the General Assembly. April, 1992 — The Virginia General Assembly authorized the Virginia Community College System to plan for a second Lord Fairfax Community College campus to be built in Fauquier. January, 1994 — Delegates Clinton Miller and Beverly Sherwood and Sen. Russell Potts submitted bud get amendments calling for the appropriation of planning money for a Lord Fairfax Community College campus in Fauquier County to their respective finance committees. The project was funded at $200,000. October, 1994 — The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors, the Fauquier County Chamber of Commerce, various business and industrial entities and prominent citizens in Fauquier County pledged financial support for the college. April, 1995 — The project design is initiated by Sverdrup Facilities Inc. of Alexandria. June, 1995 — Capital outlay budget request for 1996-98, including construction costs of the new facility, is prepared. April, 1996 — Funds for the project are appropriated by the Virginia General Assembly. September, 1996 — Working drawings are completed by Sverdrup Facilities Inc. October, 1997 — Bids for construction work are submitted. A contract will be signed by the end of the month. November, 1997 — Construction will begin on the site of the new facility. September, 1998 — Phase I of the construction plan is completed. The new campus is opened. December, 1998 — Phase II construction is completed. - Who couldn’t use sonje help making their way around the county? - It’s time to head back to school. Check out our college links where you can find information on Lord Fairfax Community College, NOVA and many others. - Looking for something fun to do? Follow the signs and discover the best in local entertainment. Local bluegrass, theater groups, horse events, movie listings and more. -- Don’t forget to take a look at the online papers to catch up on the news. — Anywhere you wish to go start with fauquier.com, the road map to your community, Point your/^web browser t« i • rauauier.com mm*. i.

The endowment will be used to help lowermiddle income families who don’t get federal grants ... it will be available... regardless of age. Dr. Marilyn C. Beck LFCC president mm Business leaders here recognize the importance of a robust system of higher education to the economic vitality of the community. ‘Del’ Ennis, Midland builder Community gala planned Although the quality higher education available at Virginia’s community colleges is a terrific value, it is scholarship money that makes a degree possible for many families. Working with Fauquier and Rappahannock county community leaders, LFCC officials organized a Citizens Steering Committee with the specific task of creating a scholarship endowment. The committee’s task was to raise a $100,000 endowment, which would yield 10 percent each year for scholarships. While the money would be comingled with the fund at the main campus for investment purposes, the money raised locally would be paid out locally. Accepting the challenge as co-chairmen were Midland builder Wendell “Del” Ennis, and William A. Hazel, of Broad Run, owner of a large Northern Virginia contracting firm. “Business leaders here recognize the importance of a robust system of higher education to the economic vitality of the community,” said Ennis. “We also realized that if you include the community, the community will include you, and that has worked from the beginning.” According to Dr. Marilyn C. Beck, president of LFCC, “The endowment will be used ‘to help lower-middle income families who don’t get federal grants and loans ... and it will be available to those who apply, regardless of age.” At a meeting of the steering committee at the end of May, it was decided that a single mqjor fundraiser — a formal benefit gala, with dinner, a live orchestra and auction — would be the quickest way to FINE HOSTS: Huntley Hall, home of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Hazel Jr., will provide the setting for the gala. i caui liic guai ui $100,000. The gala Even before the invitations were mailed last week, more than $140,000 in commitments had been made to “Dollars for Scholars.” So, the bar was raised to an endowment of $200,000, the amount to be cleared after paying the bills. Through the generosity of Mr. and Mrs. John T. Hazel, who have opened Huntley Hall, their home in Broad Run, for the gala and others, it is likely that figure will be met this year. The gala will be held under a tent on Saturday, Sept. 13, beginning with a cocktail reception. An elegant four course dinner will follow, and then a live auction with many valuable items donated for the fund. After the auction, there will be dancing to the music of “Swing Shift," a 17-piece orchestra. For more information, contact Jennifer Sager at (540) 869-1120, or 1(800)906-LFCC. Kirk i From Page 2 County on the Lord Fairfax Community College Board, the governing body of the college. He was recently reappointed to serve on the board, where he currently serves as chairman of the finance committee. —Iks, giggi msawsMteoes am itu the upcoming “Dollars for Scholars” gala, planned for Sept. 13. “It will be a black tie affair, and all the money raised will be used for scholarships for students attending the Fauquier campus,” said Kirk. Response to the gala has been enthusiastic. “We originally planned to have the gala at Fauquier Springs with 250-300 attendees, but outgrew it,” said Kirk. “We originally wanted to raise $140,000, but we are over $200,000 -PP-&--—; -T r Understandably, Kirk is very excited about the new facility planned for the Fauquier campus. “Once the building is completed, the college will be the focal point for Fauquier County,” said Kirk. “It will be used for a variety of other activities, like conferences ... it will be the premier place in Fauquier County.” As part of his contribution to the new facility, Kirk has accepted a challenge from Supervisor Jim Brumfield to raise money for trees to be planted if wta &<?. ateak- _ “I’m going to solicit folks to contribute to the tree campaign. For a set figure — $300 to $500, depending on the cost of each tree — they can have a tree along the driveway named in honor or memory of someone. They will get a plaque denoting this honor,* he said “The support of the community and the county government has been absolutely fantastic," he said. “The Board of Supervisors, and especially (county administrator) Bob Lee have been out

Living the dream And helping others to build theirs By Mary Beth Martin Times-Democrat Staff Writer Alfred Kummli of Huntly was elected chairman of the board of Lord Fairfax Community College’s Education Foundation in 1996. He has served on the foundation board, which is responsible for fund raising activities, since 1993. “Lord Fairfax is blessed to have Mr. Kummli’s help,” said Jennifer Sager, LFCC coordinator of public information. "He and his wife, Klara, are extremely generous benefactors. Kummli encourages others to come forward and become involved themselves. With typical modesty, he said, "I hope we can do a lot more. We’re not finished yet.” The Foundation board is currently hard at work on the “Dollars for Scholars” fund raising gala for the Fauquier campus Sept. 13. Working on the gala has been a real experience, said Kummli. “I am awed by the others on the committee. It’s unbelievable how quickly they arranged things.” He also compliments the school’s leaders. “Without them Lord Fairfax wouldn’t be what it is today,” he said. Kummli has always been a believer in the importance of higher education. He has personally helped by providing scholarship funds and talks with pride about the large number of LFCC students from Rappahannock County. Kummli says he has lived the American dream. He grew up in Basel, Switzerland, where he attended college and earned a building degree. He joined a large construction company that had been in business for 380 years and noted that it is very difficult to own your own business of any size in Switzerland. The company transferred him to Washington, D.C. as a general superr TT Alfred Kummli visor in charge of 800 employees. In 1958, he was supposed to start a project in Venezuela, but a revolution there delayed the plans. Kummli decided to leave the company and stay in Washington, D.C. “It was the best decision of my life," he says. He started working as a brick mason and within six months he had his own bricklaying business. This business soon grew into a large construction firm. His company built thousands of housing units in Dale City. Kummli emphasizes at every opportunity that America “is the greatest country in the world." The Kummlis moved to Rappahannock County in 1988, after purchasing a 600-acre cattle farm in Huntly. They later added more acreage and now manage a cattle operation with close to BOO animals op 1,600 acres. f. c A grand namesake The two campuses of Lord Fairfax Community College in Middletown and Warrenton are located in areas of distinctive historical culture. The college was named for Lord Thomas Fairfax VI, who in 1747 established his residence, Greenway Court, at White Post in Clarke County. For 34 years, Lord Fairfax managed his vast proprietary of more than five million acres, which extended from Virginia’s northern neck to Fort Duquesne, now Pittsburgh. Lord Fairfax was bom at Leeds Castle in 1693. He graduated from Oxford College and first came to America in 1736 for the purpose of inspecting the holdings that he had inherited from his grandfather, Lord Culpeper. The Fairfax landholdings included thousands of acres in the Shenandoah Valley encompassing See FAIRFAX, Page 11 BJ’s BOOKS • Dictionaries • Cliff Notes • Classics • History • Foreign Language Baseball Cards Fiction-Nonfiction Children’s Hardcover - Paperback Comics Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sun. 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. WATERLOO STATION 381-W Shirley Ave. • Warrenton 347-4111 Quality Art (Supplies & Custom Picture Framing Jaatt Of <Art Main St., Marshall, VA (Next to Chevron) 540-364-1821 Computer Works Specialist in IBM Compatibles Upgrades • Repairs • Special Orders Need better PC performance? We can upgrade your system. Need a PC or Printer? New Systems from $999*. ♦Special Orders Only I-1 ! 10% OFF System Upgrades ! j Offer Valid thru Labor Day ! i____i (540) 439-9432 J^217^East^4am^Street^Remm^o^ LEVI'S® DENIM SALE Young Mens v sole $29.99 LEVI'S® 550™* Relaxed Fit Jeans. Mens 29-42. Reg. $36.99 Sato $32.99 LEVI'S® 567™ Wide Leg Denims Mens 30-38. Reg. $39.99 Sato $32.99 LEVI'S® 560™ Loose Fit Jeans Mens 29-42. Reg. $39.99 Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Day! Juniors Sale $29.99each LEVI'S® 512™ Slim Fit Jeans and LEVI'S® 550™ Relaxed Fit Jeans Junior sizes 1-13. Reg. $36.99 each Sale $32.99 LEVI'S® 565™ Wide Leg Denim Jeans Juniors 1-13. Reg. $39.99 Sale Ends September 7. 1997 Warrenton 540-347-1820 Front Royal 540-635-3101 Luray 540-743-1110 LET'S ALL JOIN TOGETHER! An investment in our community college is an investment in our community's and our citizen’s future. SOWDER ENTERPRISES B.G. SOWDER, PRESIDENT

- ----fl *f"-—— Defining a community college What is a community college? And what should it represent to the community it serves? In defining the role of a community college is important to first consider how community colleges differ from other institutions of higher learning, such as universities, four-year and junior colleges. It is also important to recognize how community colleges and four-year institutions work together for the benefit of students. Student body — Other institutions of higher learning are concerned — almost exclusively — with the immediate group enrolled there. Community colleges are different, in that they offer their instruction to the entire population in their geographic area. Location — In most cases, other institutions are generally located far from the home of the student. They are an entity unto themselves, with the students living on the campus. Community colleges are located within the community they serve, available to all qualified residents. Students can live at home while attending their community college, often assisting their families by holding down a part-time or full-time job. Size — Other institutions may have tens of thousands of students, while a community college will accommodate only as many students as the populations of the community requires. Cost — The yearly cost to a student living on the campus of other institutions ranges between $10,000 and $30,000 per year, while the average annual cost to a student at a community college is well under $2,000. Career studies and continuing education — Other institutions do not offer courses in career advancement or courses directed toward the interests of local residents. Lord Fairfax offers over 50 separate studies addressed to career advancement or continued education. These courses range from livestock production to computer technology, and from banking to ceramics. The career studies are often developed in community colleges in partnership with business and industry in order to meet the training needs of local businesses. Associate’s degrees and transfers — Community colleges are somewhat similar to other two-year colleges, such as junior colleges, in that many students earn associate’s degrees (60 credit hours of course work). Depending on the goals and interests of the student, the option of transferring to four-year institutions can No Minimum Balance Requirement For 1st Year 'd" First Set Of F&M “Apple” Checks Free 0 ■ > gsk .. <w, lfiP'' » Free 25 Safe Deposit Box Few 1st Year •• * rV "to#':*' v ' 'x -J , rWWfilwttWiif) k* <*** d s^kr/v. % Now Offering VISA Check Cards i . -''V ' ^ d Cashline Overdraft Protection (Subject to Approval) F&M Bank-Peoples The Home of Great Rates I FtHC Main Street Warrenton 347-1711 • Warrenton Center 349-3491 Marshall 364-1511 • Stafford 899-3882 • 1-800-910-8144 www.fmbank.com CLASS OF *97: Fauquier Campus grads and faculty gather after commencement. also be considered. Earning a two-year degree for specific job qualifications and recognition of academic accomplishment can be ah end in itself or a positive step toward completion of a four-year degree. By the time a student has completed the requirements for an associate’s degree at a community college, he or she has most likely completed the introductory or core subjects necessary for a degree at a four-year college. The greatest majority of academic subjects taught in the Virginia See DEFINE, Page 11 Lord Fairfax "1 STUDENT SPECIAL $30 PER MONTH ($75 annual membership waived with this ad) Chestnut Forks Lifelines Boxing | Nautilus Training I Includes Three One-Hour Personal Training Sessions and Body Composition Analysis li—=■ il CHESTNUT F-OR-K-S ATHLETIC CLUB 347-0823 6379 Airlie Road Warrenton Offer expires 9/30/97

Continuing ed Programs offer ‘something for all’ The Continuing Education program at Lord Fairfax Community College is currently under revision, as college officials seek to fill the educational needs of the community. Included in Continuing Education are noncredit courses, special programs, and professional development courses. Programs are open to everyone in the community, regardless of Kathleen Zimmer whether or not they are pursuing a degree at the college. These programs give residents the opportunity to upgrade skills for their present job, or learn skills necessary to start a new career. Continuing Education classes are also available for dual-enrollment students — young people who are still in high school, but are in need of advanced courses to prepare them for college. Recently, Ms. Kathleen Zimmer, of Gainesville, was appointed Coordinator for Continuing Education at the Fauquier Campus. Zimmer, who taught Sociology at LFCC/ Fauquier last year as an adjunct profes sor, is in charge of developing new programs for Continuing Education and managing current programs. She will also continue to teach. She has a bachelor’s degree in Finance and a master’s degree in Sociology. Related experience includes See CONTINUING, Page 11 Fauquier campus is a community effort During the budget periods FY 88-89 through FY 95-96, the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors appropriated $165,000, or, $25,000 in FY 88-89 and $20,000 each year thereafter, in revenue to finance operational expenses at “The Bam.” Last year, the Board of Supervisors approved the conveyance of 50 acres of prime countyowned property valued at $553,200 to the Commonwealth of Virginia for use as the site for the expanded local campus of Lord Fairfax Community College. Finally, the Fauquier County Office of Management and Budget, as well as the County Board of Supervisors has expressed a willingness to spend another $2,335,440 for the site development aspect of constructing the new campus. Site Development Site development expenses include construction of a parking lot, as well as the costs for extending water, natural gas, electric, storm and waste sewers and storm water management facilities to a point five feet beyond the outside walls of the new Main Building to be sited there. County expenses, including the commitment to pay site development expenses for the project now total $2,888,640. The county will probably also spend about $550,000 in supporting off-site infrastructure improvements. Expenditure/encumbrance of such a large sum of public money clearly affirms Fauquier County’s long-term commitment to seeing the project through to its conclusion. Local Contributors In addition to Fauquier County’s contributions, business/industrial/ club sources located in the Warrenton area have donated another $45,025. Finally, individual citizens contributed still another $46,225. Some donations from individual contributors were quite large. 6480 College Street Warrenton, Virginia; * /.. R a U N

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Continuing From Page 9 working in continuing education at two colleges in Upstate New York. Currently, Zimmer is conducting a survey of area businesses to determine what types of training, seminars or other educational programs should be added at the college. “Continuing education courses offered by Lord Fairfax can be tailored to a company’s specific needs,” said Zimmer. Offerings now available include such traditional courses as leadership/management, GED preparation, business writing and finance, as well as new courses like web page design and an introduction to databases. Solid professional courses are available, ranging from exam preparation for real estate and appraisal licenses to financial and accounting for small businesses. “This fall, the Fauquier campus of Lord Fairfax will operate under the traditional, five-day-a-week college schedule,” said Dr. Kathleen Davis, dean of instruction and student services. “That means we will be open day and night.” This big change is part of the preparation for growth that will come when the expanded campus opens in September, 1998. And increasing the offerings and enrollment in continuing education courses at LFCC will have the double advantage of providing more educational opportunities and helping the college to grow. “We must be sure that the curriculum meets the needs of the community,” said Davis. For more information, contact Zimmer at the LFCC Fauquier campus administrative office, (540) 347-1304. Staff Editor: John Ibler Advertising Manager: Kathleen Keller Advertising Representatives: Pat Gardiner, Michael Moorhead, Jane Morgan Production: Christina Trifillis, art department staff The rendering of Lord Fairfax Community College pictured on the frontpage was provided by the college. DON'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT US! ^aiumleriRraes'Deraocrat A Mail Subscription to the Fauquier Times-Demoemt is like a letter from home to a college student who misses the news of hometown events and happenings. Being away from home for the first time can be very difficult College students can ( still keep in touch by reading the Fauquier Tinus-Dcmocrat each | week lor the entire school year. Help make this transition an easy one, ana give a gift subscription to the Fauquier Tintes-Democrat to a friend, relative, son a- daughter away from home. _ _ ,rVroBirff Sui^HTON $15faT»montto "l I Student’s Name: ___.__ I J Student’s Address (at school): ____I I _____I j Billing Name: __- ___I I Billing Address: ____* ^Daytime Phone Number ___ Make check payable to: Fauquier Tttnes-Detnocrat, P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, VA 20188 or call 347-4222 or 439-6375 __ ^ _ .1______ r1 66 It is expected that the [Lord Fairfax Community College] enrollment will double from the 400 present for the fall 1997 semester to 800. Dr. Kathleen Davis dean of instruction and student services Define From Page 8 Community College System (VCCS) can be transferred to other in-state public and private institutions, as well as many out-of-state schools. This is especially beneficial for students who have just completed high school ,but are not sure what their mqjor would be at a four-year college. A student can embark on a fouryear course of study at a time when he or she has little knowledge of what the student wants to do after graduation. Given the time and exposure to learning at a community college, the future and specific goals become clearer as the time of transfer nears. Transfer students from colleges in the VCCS are welcome at our four year institutions, most of which have special staff to advise transfer students. If a student is planning to transfer, it is important to be sure that all minimum requirements for regular admission for all students have been met. If a student has not taken the necessary math, English or science courses in high school or through the VCCS, it will be necessary to do so before admission is offered. But here again, the VCCS can step in and help, providing the missing courses needed to meet the minimum admission requirements. And once again, these courses may be take at night or during the summer at a nearby community college. For more information, contact the administrative office at the Fauquier campus of Lord Fairfax Community College at (540) 347-1304. Lord Fairfax Fairfax From Page 7 the present counties of Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah and Warren, as well as a substantial portion of West Virginia. Lord Fairfax successfully adjusted to life on the Virginia frontier, and was a respected force in the formation of the new American world. He befriended many persons, including George Washington, whom he retained as a surveyor. He supported General Braddock, and was a close colleague of “King” Carter, William Byrd, and governors Gooch, Dinwiddie and Dunmore. Lord Fairfax died at age 88 in 1781 at Greenway Court. He was buried was at Christ Church in Winchester. His name and legacy continue today in Frederick and Fauquier counties, with the existence of the two community college campuses that bear his name. For a schedule of fall classes at Lord Fairfax call 347-1304.

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Snow Hill News Hash! THE RESALE HOMES IN SNOW HILL SUBDIVISION MAY BE THE BEST VALUES ANYWHERE AND WE SHOULD KNOW - WE’VE BEEN INVOLVED IN THE LAST THREE RESALES IN SNOW HILL. Great location, wellbuilt brick homes nestled on delightful wooded parcels, mature landscaping, most have many upgrades such as wallpaper, security systems, in ground sprinklers, paved driveways - these homes have a tremendous value to offer in addition to being located in a parklike setting with community tennis and ponds on the convenient DC side of Warrenton. Uld Dominion Court - very spacious five BR, five bath meticulous home with family room with FP off large kitchen, huge master bath, finished lower level game room, two story entrance hall, large deck, all brick, lovely, trees. $435,000 Kirk Lane - unique floor plan reminiscent of an older country house. Huge DR with FP, family room off remodeled kit with FP, 4 large BRs up, spacious center hall on both levels, office and rec room on lower level, deck with Maine backwoods privacy overlooking pond - tranquil. $395,000 Green Springs - this better-than-new 5BR 5 bath home is loaded with value. Spectacular kitchen with sub-zero, commercial stove, warming oven, granite counters; two staircases, nice size rooms. 2 acres of park. $449,000 Ranch Style - What a treat for those who love Snow Hill but need a single level home. Substantial, beautiful brick, very large country kit with FP, great room w/ FP, library, spacious master suite, lovely trim cover, finished lower level with FP, fenced rear yard, garage, shows beautifully and priced at $429,000 For a tour of Snow Hill and these lovely homes listed with Allen Real Estate please call 347-3838 Wildwood Very comfortable home on 21 acres (2 lots) in popular Bellevue with first floor master suite, large family room and screened porch. Barn has 1 BR apartment. Fenced. Asking price was $435,000 Castle Welsh 53 acres near county club in Warrenton Hunt fronting on strong stream with several fenced paddocks and wooded homesite. Asking price was $275,000 In Warrenton Beautiful home within easy walking distance of old town shops and post office. Large family room w/ FP off immaculate kitchen, 4 BRs, pine floors on 1st level, walk - out recreation room to fabulous pool with 3 fountains, gardens, and decks. $239,000 Uncommon Financing For Extraordinary Homes Like Yours ^ F&M Bank - Peoples Hazel Birckhead, Residential Lending Specialist 540-349-3480 800-910-8144 http://www.fmbank.com Member F.D.I.C. SHU Allen Real Estate Co., Ltd. 540-347-3838

English Meadows Ready for immediate occupancy with LR and DR, eat in kit, fam rm w/ FP, 4 BRs, full basement, garage, deck, large lot for kids and surprising mtn and farmland views. $185,000 Historic District if#!? ®s"'' ' ‘ 'W_ ... . - y. - Lots and lots of space in this “little Taylor’s Shop” circa 1810 within easy walk to Old Town Cafe. Old pine and wide plank floors, 3 quaint staircases, 3 FPs, 4 BRs7fenced yard, very Georgetowney. Excellent buy at $205,000 ^^Manor Lane Farm wtacufia Circa 1910 on 51 acres in Warrenton Hunt location. Idyllic setting among lilacs, shade trees, and boxwood. Stone cottage, pool, views. Asking price was $549,000 Rappahannock r Just listed on 50 acres convenient to 1-66. Country house with walnut and ash floors, beams, stone FP, tin roof, 3 car garage with finished rooms above, pool, tennis, gardens, 5 paddocks, stable with apartment. __$ 565,000 Bellevue Immaculate French-style country house on eleven acres of gardens and manicured lawn. All brick, 4 BR, 3 car garage with FROG (finished rooms over garage), very impressive woodwork. Asking price was $595,000 0 ~ A-J See Our Ad See our full page, ad in the real estate section of the Times Democrat; or the full color du Pont Registry magazine; or hear us on 107.7 Thunder Radio or any one of a number of places. Maybe that’s why there are so many “under contracts* * around these days. Nearly 20,000 of these tableau will go out regionally. : THREE DAVES Moving & Storage, Inc. (540) 341-7777 Warrentons mover since 1988 moving packing material packing free estimates residential pianos office antiques Excellent references from repeat clients. Licensed & Insured 28 Ashby St. Suite C104, Warrenton, VA 20186 David R Wassenaar (540) 341-7777 • (800) 967-0314 Apartments / Investment Tenants always prefer country living and this 5 unit all-brick, immaculate apartment building offers large lawn for kids, shade trees, quiet residential area. Good numbers. Call for info. $291,000 Maple Hill Farm A great location on Springs Road only two miles from old town. Circa 1925 cottage with a slate roof protected by spreading maples in the perfect set-. ting. 3 BR, 2 baths, LRw/ FP, garage, 5 stall stable, spring, on 14 acres. $295,000 Barrow’s Run Farm “Wake up in the morning with the sunshine in your heart and the smell of flowers blooming in the air.” Probably Fauquier’s most peaceful and tranquil setting, Barrow’s Run consists of a private litde valley where you own almost everything you see. The main house shaded by lovely trees is all-brick wijth wonderful Virginia features such as high ceilings, triple hung Jefferson windows, true center hall, and a traditional grand staircase. There is a sixty foot covered terrace across the back of the house overlooking a 2 1/2 acre lake, the pool, and a pastoral meadowscape. There is a three stall stable, barn, kitchen garden and fenced paddocks. Barrow’s Run is convenient to many of the Warrenton Hunt meets and consists of 100 well-watered acres of pasture and woodland and is close to historic old town Warrenton. Situated at the end of a flowering, tree-lined driveway Barrow’s Run is offered for sale at $1,100,000 Allen Real Estate Go., Ltd.

Day Tripping....... M After Completing That Real Estate Dealt After spending a few days finding that special piece of real estate before there’s none left, it might be nice to take a little day trip - nothing fancy or too expensive - just for a change of pace. Try Harper’s Ferry! It got its name after a man named Harper who, you guessed it, ran a ferry boat for the early settlers crossing the Shenandoah and Potomac heading west into the Ohio Valley. An historic town at the confluence of these two mighty rivers, Harper’s Ferry changed hands five times during the Civil War and has been devastated numerous times by Mother Nature evidenced by the high water marks on some of the oldest buildings. And yes, John Brown attacked the village just prior to the Civil War to capture the Federal Arsenal there to begin waging his war against slavery. What most folks don’t realize is that the first man Brown’s men killed was a hardworking, freed slave who worked on the railroad. We decided on Harper’s Ferry at noon, left Warrenton by one o’clock and were enjoying a steak and cheese at one of the many sidewalk cafes by 3:00. An easy drive and an easy place to see. Not a large town, the main shopping area, High Street (but not high enough on more than one occasion) is a gentle incline which you can walk in exactly the amount of time it takes to eat a double scoop strawberry cone. Not overwhelming, with lots of friendly people, museums, interesting shops and buildings- kind of reminded us of the ancient Phoenician village of Eze on the Mediterranean Coast of France near Monacolots of quaint little alley ways loaded with flowers, stone walls and nooks and crannies. Be sure to visit Jason’s Antique Shop-you never saw such a collection of old clocks, lamps, and wonderful graphophones. For those “who never heard of Dion Warwick” - that’s the earliest record player with the big cones. Really great sound but was a little loud and I asked Jason how to turn it down -where was the volume control -his response “stuff a rag in the cone and the further you stuff it in the lower the volume.” Boy we’ve come a long way since 1903. For more info call the Harper’s Ferry Historical Association at 304-535-6881 or on the net www.NPS.gov/hafe/hf-visit.htm. Spotswood Maybe best buy in farms on the market. Circa 1800 4 BR colonial with six fireplaces, cottage, pool, stables, bam, pond, strong stream, 97 gorgeous fenced acres. $795,000 Fields of Fortune m ■ ' Very unusual manor house with lots of glass and different kinds of exotic woods plus indoor pool situated on 421 acres with long Rappahannock River frontage, 2 ponds, views, and bams. $1,650,000 English Country On 16 ultra private acres very special, quality country house; beams, slate, cherry, corrion, stone, stucco, very charming floor plan. $649,000 Waterloo Situated just outside the historic village of Warrenton in the Warrenton Hunt, Waterloo is a solid value for the active family. Plenty of room for horses and pets on the 27 acres of rolling countryside, two fish-filled ponds and a strong stream with a three foot waterfall, tennis court and heated swimming pool with spa. cottage with beams, FP, and 2 1/2 baths; peach, apple, pear, cherry trees and concord grapes. Long, paved driveway to a magnificent setting. Priced at $895,000 without cottage + 4 acres or $1,100,000 for total package. Owner/agent. The brick colonial features a won* derful wide center hall through to the rear garden, large country kitchen with stone FP and heavy beams, paneled family room w/ FP, 5 BRs including suite above three car garage, many flowering trees and shrubs, cobblestone-lined parking forecourt, 3 BR Riverfront Farm Circa 1890 120 beautiful rolling acres with long frontage on the Rappahannock River. Older farmhouse with 4 BR, 2 baths, living room with FP and large DR and country kitchen. Also, a 3 BR cute little cottage with FP, barn, pond. Long paved driveway. Near country club in the Warrenton Hunt. $560,000 Are you looking for a fast approval on your Jumbo loan? • A CitiQuick® mortgage, from Citibank, can increase your bargaining power and greatly accelerate the speed with which you can close your deal. • Unlike a pre-approved mortgage, a CitiQuick mortgage is an approved loan*! So the chance of your deal falling through due to financing is reduced. • CitiQuick mortgages are available for Fixed, ARM and Fixed-to-Arm products witty loan amounts up to $700,000. Call me today! Rom Catlett Citibank (703) 385-5513 * A satisfactory appraisal and title search must be conducted and alt other closing conditions must be met in order to close the loan. CitiQuick is a registered mark i >f Citicorp. Rate, terms and conditions to change without notice. Certain restrictions apply. Equal Housing Lender CITIBANK Allen Real Estate Co., Ltd. ? • * * 1 4

Marlen Rare country manor house in the Second Empire style on 300 very gently rolling acres. Wide center hall with grand staircase, high ceilings with massive plaster crown k moldings, wide pine floors with walnut inlay, unique fireplaces, slate roof all in a wonderful setting of mature boxwood and shade trees overlooking a seven acre lake. , Strong stream, some woods, mostly pasture, barns, interesting cottage, long road front. Excellent fox hunting country. $1,100,000. Fairhaven In a high situation on Warrenton’s fabled Culpeper St. in the historic district, this circa 1872 Second Empire home belonged to General Douglas MacArthur’s aunt where he spent summers as a boy. Lovely old pine floors, high ceilings, 6 bedrooms, 6 fireplaces, spacious rooms, everything one expects of a “grand old lady” including wonderful sitting porches, and large gardens and shade trees. Walk to shops. $595,000 AMISH WINDMILL FURNITURE CO Affordable Solid Oak &. Pine Furniture Caringly Constructed by Amish Craftspeople • UNIQUE SELECTION OF FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES • SPECIAL ORDER DISCOUNT • LAYAWAY & FINANCING AVAILABLE • OPEN DAILY 540-347-3636 36 MAIN ST. HISTORIC WARRENTON, VA Varilea - Views! How \frould you describe these Views that are virtually within walking distance of Warrenton. Lee’s Ridge views are well known to some- let’s see: Fabulous views - doesn’t touch it; end less and fantastic - not even close; best mountain and valley views in the world - maybe; terrific ocean views - well not really! Staggering - doesn’t cut it! Guess the bottom line is that if you want a better than new brick manor house with the best view you can get from almost every window, you’ve found it. Ultimate workmanship by master builder with wide oak plank floors, high ceilings, master suite with FP and seven closets, bedroom suites, large rooms, double front staircase with arch between them framing the Blue Ridge Mountains (even little kids are stunned by the view). Property includes 29 acres (more avail) pond, 3 BR quaint cottage, stone walls. $1,725,000. Builder in residence so you can add or customize to your heart’s content. Or buy without the cottage +5 acres for $1,495,000. Overlook Farm Will Divide Gorgeous views from this 180 acre parcel with many lovely building sites, good pasture, park-like woodland, 2 1/2 acre pond, circa 1860 and 1940 stucco house needs restoration but livable, barn. $890,000 with possible owner terms. Located between Warrenton and The Plains. Allen Real Estate Co., Ltd.

Stillhouse Hollow Once the most renowned Hereford farm east of the Mississippi, the circa 1940 manor house is privately located on 366 acres with 3 BRcottage, stable, gardens, mtn views, pond with stone cottage and a bomb shelter that sleeps eighteen. The asking price was $1,500,000 Coming Soon to ALLEN REAL ESTATE Co., Ltd. Joseph K “Tray” Allen, III Rising Senior - Va. Tech Finance Major Episcopal High Grad Pi Kappa Phi Timothy J. Allen Rising Soph. - Va. Tech Business Major Fauquier High Grad Pi Kappa Phi *» mss*mmmmm g mmmmmmimm Trail’s End Built in 1981 by a retiring couple, this very large and spacious brick rambler has lots of room to accommodate the large family and overnight guests. There is garaging for four cars, 2 pole barns, mtn views, pond, and 55 acres. Owner want to sell and financing is available. $595,000 Quiet Street Absolutely immaculate colonial tucked into a cute setting. 4 BRs up each with private bath; LR + DR, large eat in kit, fam rm w/ FP and skylights, finished walkout lower level with full bath. $329,000 AMERIFIRST TITLE & ESCROW, INC. For All of Your Real Estate Settlement Needs with professional, quality service in a friendly atmosphere Call Karen Wyatt Dawn Cooper Michelle Rider or Glenna Stocks 28B John Marshall Street Warrenton, Virginia 20186 (540) 347*0222 Fax (540) 347*0457 Longview Situated high above the countryside, Longview is just that - a sweeping view along the Blue Ridge Mtns. A single level manor house with lovely landscaping there is also an oval pool and one bedroom poolhouse, a ten stall stable, tenant house with pool, and numerous paddocks. Asking price was $1,195,000. ^ *<*■' mzm*. mam Cedar Glen On the DC side of Warrenton with privacy similar to a country retreat. 14 acres completely screened, lots of pasture, pool, long river frontage, 5 stall barn, and a wonderful country house with 3 fireplaces. Asking price was $495,000 Estate Site 66 acres For those who don’t like covenants, situated behind Piney Mtn just west of Warrenton. Approx. 40 acres of good pasture, two streams, possible pond site and a beautiful, private homesite with countryside and mtn views. $295,000 On Ten Acres Immaculate brick colonial on ten acres in lovely wooded community. LR and family room, both with fireplaces, formal DR and eat-in kitchen, detached workshop, attached 2 car garage. $ 239,000 Small Estate Wonderful single level luxury home with pecan paneling, great room with tray ceilings, 4 BRs, 4 baths, 80 ft. stone terrace, lovely views. $ 429,000 Fenton Farms Circa 1925 this large stone manor house was first built as a hunt box and later enlarged. This estate is an ex- t cellent investment and in- jj eludes three cottages, two I stables, pond, 492 acres ad- * joining the town of I Warrcnton. I $3,500,000 1 Allen Real Estate Go., Ltd. 540-347-3838

What’s Not to Like!? Joe Allen, Jr. Broker Those of us lucky enough to already live in Warrenton and Fauquier County know that there’s plenty to like - even to love about our very unique area - maybe unique in the entire world! Lovely villages, wonderful open countryside, highways uncluttered with billboards, and many happy adventures at every turn. Not to be overly romantic but I love our community for boundless reasons, - and obviously I’m not alone. In recent years there has been lots of press about the many factions in Fauquier, who are sometimes at loggerheads with each other. But we’re very lucky to have so many impassioned people and groups who care so deeply for our quality of life whether you agree with all of them or not. One example comes to mind of a day in Fauquier life a few months aeo. Warrenton had its Main Street spring festival with lots of arts and crafts, food, dancing and greetings for all. That evening there was a party in an establishment that held a very festive event that spilled out onto the sidewalk after the running of the Preakness, and a local business set up a Mexican party with tent, band, and Mexican food to celebrate years of success in town. At the same time Fauquier High School held its senior prom under the stars in old town and all the kids were elegandy dressed, dancing, having fun and taking carriage rides around town. What a nice day and evening for fun and family in Fauquier. Just recendy enjoying the fireworks at Great Meadows, a facility that Fauquier is so fortunate to have, or spending a Friday evening watching twilight Polo matches, or every Saturday evening at an open - air concert on the court house lawn, and so many other exciting events. And lets not forget the simple litde day - to - day niceties. While walking up Main Street to get my mail last week just before lunch how could I resist? The sign at Jimmies Market said “tuna on rye, knish, and a root beer ice cream float”. I had to add their tasty marinated artichokes to my fare that day. I, like so many other people who live here, have traveled most of the world and we still choose to live where our heart is and will always be. To those newcomers - a warm welcome; to those contemplating Fauquier as their new home - you could do no better; and to those who’ve been here a while - thank you for keeping Fauquier the way it was meant to be. Stone Cape At the end of a lovely tree-lined drive this home was built by a master builder near Warrenton for himself. Three fireplaces, sweeping grounds, contractors shop, with office, seven acres, Excellent investment. $450,000 Converted Barn What a peaceful and wonderful lifestyle with lots of open space, massive beams, lots of natural light, a central soapstone woodstove, studio, much more on ten acres. 1 /2 wooded with stream and privacy. Unique, oneof-a-kind. $299,900 532 Acres Absolutely beautiful rolling land with good soils, pastures, cropland and forest - even has its own historic gold mine and abandoned 19th century sugar cane mill. Long road front and possible terms. $1,330,000 nt. wmmp: Kimberlyn On ten acres with stream this spacious airy country house offers fantastic woodwork and trim, real country kit, fam rm w/ FP, 1st fir master, front and rear staircase, real family house. $395,000 wmmm.' m «w - •* . Eastwood One of the Warrenton area’s most spectacular estates, Eastwood is situated conveniendy to Old Town on 180 gendy rolling acres of pasture and woodland. Circa 1860, the main house has seven FPs, 4 BRs, some old pine floors, much more including a wonderful indoor pool complete w/ FP, bar area, spa, steam bath and skylights. The estate also includes two stables with a total of 24 stalls, numerous paddocks, catde barn and is currendy in five parcels. Eastwood is for sale at $1,595,000 with Allen Real Estate Co Ltd. North Wales One of Fauquier County’s oldest and best known estates, North Wales was built in 1759 with massive additions during the early part of this century. There are 56 rooms including nine master suites, numerous servants rooms, a ballroom with FP at each end, 20 bathrooms, magnificent woodwork, and stonework throughout. There is also a very pleasant garden situation, seven cottages, stone carriage house with apartment, stables and cattle barns, and miles of board fencing. North Wales may be purchased with 1000 acres for $9,000,000 with additional 2200 acres available at $4,000 per acre. Co-listed with Allen Real Estate Co (540) 347-3838 and Pardoe Real Estate in Washington DC at (202) 3336100 X247. *>' * n * iffci Farrm gii teasing *if* ■**' ; * ■■5 f5 >S^:| Imns Amilabkfwr: • Country Properties • * Barr Land Tracts * Construction of New Homes 1-800-559-1016 k " -\,v Part-Time Farms Homes ,;w 3k' S'*" tS -« Allen Real Estate Co., Ltd.

! Cliff’s Mill Very private, brick ranch with lots of glass to bring inside the sweeping countryside views, marble FP, vaulted ceilings, large country kit with skylights, Florida room, elegant lifestyle with pool on 22 acres (2 parcels) $465,000 or on 10 acres for $395,000 Attractive owner financing available on this 145 acres near Casanova, County says can have eight small lots and two large lots (55 acres each). Long road front, wooded, good soils, just reduced to $350,000 • * - y i * * t c • « { : » , * i ] i : .> ' 1 • Warrenton Hunt Land Such a good location that in a booming market properties in this location don’t ever get listed. In the Warrenton Hunt near Fauquier Springs Country Club in the historic Springs Valley. 1200 acres divided into 20 parcels from 50 acres to 100 acres each, now protected for your family’s enjoyment of country activities. Excellent location, excellent prices, and excellent financing. So easy to buy. Example: 53 acres, $160,000, $16000 down payment (10%); $144,000 1st trust (owner financed - no points); payable monthly interest only (7 1/2%) of $900 for seven years ($144,000 due at end of seven years - no prepayment penalties). Buy now using a home equity loan on your present home to obtain the 10% down. Build later when you sell your house. In the meantime, build your fences or barn, put in an orchard or a pond, camp with the kids. Call Allen Real Estate for plats, etc to find out what other incentives this anxious seller has to offer. 287 Acres Orlean Area In the coveted Orlean area with long road frontage. Gently rolling pasture, 1/2 wooded, two large ponds, 2 older cottages, mtn views, frontage on the Rappahannock River and a partridge in a pear tree. $850,000 * « > Enchanted % Forest 33 acres near Rt 66 with two strong streams, trails, stone walls, 100 foot oak and poplar, wild ferns, dogwood, redbud, very private home sites. Spectacular. $160,000 $ SELLING ONE MILLJON business 347-3838 All Phases of Tree and Shrub Care Commercial & Residential MiffiiiiTii v ii.i .r i minim ISA Certified Arborists on Staff • Pruning • Removals • Insect and Disease Control • Pre and Post-Construction Evaluation Marshall, Virginia 364-2401 Sumford. Conncaicut Lots 16 rolling acres near Casanova with two springs, a good well, mostly open $129,900 1/2 acre lots (2) in town just off Winchester St. $57,500 each 5 acre wooded tract near Warrenton with winter mtn views. $52,500 Nearly 7 acre wooded tract in the Free State area. High situation $68,000 10 acres of parkland on Thumb Run with spring and owner terms $79,900 13 acres, spectacular mtn views, $ 195,000 C Felton Lea ' One of the few small farms available in the coveted Warrenton Hunt. Circa 1831 loaded with charm including two staircases, five FPs, beamed ceilings, screened porch, guest cottage, 8 stall stable, ring, pond, mnt views. $795,000 # Builder’s Own Built for builder’s own family, very large imposing brick manor house on 5 private acres. Soaring two story entrance wuh curved staircases, 5 bed rooms, 6 baths, library, huge country kit, family room with vaulted ceiling and FP, five FPs, rear staircase, full basement, so much more for such a great price of $549,000 Allen Real Estate Co., Ltd.