Rappahannock News, February 18, 1998

The road to district finals Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Ebom Rappahannock’s Jason Baldwin goes up for a shot in the game against George Mason Friday. The Panthers won that game easily and will play them again for the district semi-finals, which is being rescheduled due to the weather. If they win, Rappahannock will face the winner of the Manassas Park-BrentsviHe game at the Bull Run District finals at Stonewall Jackson High School in Manassas. See story, page A5. Gilkey steps down after 18 years By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer After 18 years of serving the County of Rappahannock as a member of its board of supervisors, and 11 of those years as board chairman, Hubert S. Gilkey, is stepping down. uuereu a job at the Marriott Ranch in Fauquier Gilkey said he couldn’t turn down an offer to do what he loves, what he does anyway at home on his farm, and get all the benefits besides. The move is the reason behind his decision to resign his position on the board. Representative for the Wakefield District, Gilkey said, “I’ve always felt that serving on the board was a Hubert S. Gilkey way to give something back to the community. Everyone had always asked me to run again and run again. So I did and I enjoyed it. But, when I was offered the job at Marriott I felt it was a good opportunity, it’s a great company. “I’ll really miss the people in Rappahannock County and most especially the people in the Wakefield District.” Gilkey said he would also miss working on the board. “We have always had a good board and we all worked well together. We have made some big strides from when I came on 18 years ago.” He See GILKEY, Page A6 School budget will be reviewed at March meeting Board tackles tough agenda By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer The county school board met in executive and public session at Rappahannock Elementary School on Feb. 10. Assistant superintendent Mary Ann Biggs presented an update on state testing requirements and the standards of learning exams now tentatively scheduled for late April. Board members expressed concern that, due to the tim ing of the tests, the children would be tested on material they would not have covered in school, but, according to Biggs, the state provided a “blueprint” to help teachers know what material to concentrate on earlier in the year. Biggs also explained that for this year, there is no pass/fail criteria. Students will gain experience in taking the test and will be scored for the first time next year. With SOL testing occurring so late in the year, board member Ron Makela questioned the purpose of final exams. Biggs stated that the state examination would be one of the things to consider when passing a student. The board will meet Feb. 26 to determine whether standardized national testing should be conducted with the SOLs or moved to the fall. Reports from several subcommittees reflected ongoing issues. The budget and finance subcommittee reviewed all warrants and discussed superintendent David Gangel’s FY98-99 budget draft. Routine administrative bills totalling more than $80,000 were approved See BOARD, Page A6 Gangel predicts budget success By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer Dr. David Gangel, county school superintendent, summarized his progress in developing the upcoming fiscal 1998-99 budget at the school board’s financial subcommittee meeting on Feb. 9, and at i its regular monthly board ; meeting Feb. 10. Reporting that the county could expect nearly $250,000 in state revenues and substanI tial new funding from the fed eral government, he projectec that all operational increases in the budget would be covered. He assured board members that “all. top priority items are in the budget.” Regarding teachers salaries, Gangel pointed out that “we are in the people business and salaries play a big part in it.” The county needs “superior teachers and the program to identify superior talent.” He is, therefore, “working toward a salary schedule that will attract and retain quality teachers.” Acceptance of state funding requires a 2.25 percent increase and 1.5 percent step increases. Gangel added two percent more for a total of 5.75 percent to bring the county closer to the state average for next year. Step increases for administrative personnel will also be phased in over a three to four year period. Coaching supplements will be computed on a percentage of salary rather than be a fixed amount, resulting in a supplemental increase for the coaching staff. Sufficient money will also be available for regular staff development and training. More than $35,000 will come from the See BUDGET, Page A6 Old Rag Bulletins March 6 and April 3 will be used as make-up days for the Rappahannock County Public Schools. The decision will be made at the March school board meeting, but it is anticipated that April 6 and 7 will also be make-up days. The Creative Community Youth Council will hold its first benefit event on Saturday, Feb. 28. The First Fiery Hot Maple Day Dance will be held at Ki Theatre from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. The admission is $5. Happenings This Week • Feb. 20, the movie Washington Square at 8 p.m. at The Theatre. • Feb. 22, the Bland music competition at 2:30 p.m. at The Theatre. • Feb. 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ki Theatre workshop, Creative Response. The fee is $55. For info call 987-3164. • Rappahannock News P O Box 5V Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) 2 Council reviews, results of surveys By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer The town council covered a lot of ground in its Feb. 11 meeting, from the results of long-awaited town opinion surveys to the new Visitors’ Center and major legal issues. Treasurer Louise Van Dort reported that “last month’s miracle, the negatiye 8,000 gallons” were inadvertently billed to council member Reinhardt Lynch, lynch received a credit on his account. Total town consolidated assets now exceed $236,000. The town, said Van Dort, is $34,000 ahead of income projections and substantially behind in spending, though some quarterly and semi-annual payments are not yet due. Engineering consultant Roger Cronin responded by letter to the council's questions regarding the town water system. Though the council did not discuss his report, implementing any of his recommendations would also expend some of the money oh hand. Washington Waterworks billed 856,700 gallons, down from over a million in December. More than $5,000 in payments were received. Nearly the same amount was charged and almost $3,000 was owed at the end of January. In further action, the council approved payment of administrative bills totaling slightly more than $2,000, as well as a special funding request from John Norman for $551.12 to stock emergency repair parts for the town water system. Sn COUNCIL, Pag* A3 Volleyball going to regionals By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer Not only is the Rappahannock High School girls varsity volleyball team the Bull Run District Champions they also have the Coach of the Year in Laura Conklin and the Player of the Year, Courtney Mauro. Four of the varsity players were also named to all-district teams. And, as if that weren’t reward enough for their efforts this year, they will go to regionals — the first time a volleyball team from Rappahannock has ever done so. Not to be outdone by the varsity, the junior varsity team finished the season as district champs — undefeated. “Last Thursday was a big night for our team,” said Conklin. “The district selections were made. All the coaches get together and vote on who is the best coach and the best players out of the whole district. Meghan Fairbrother and Alice Gentry were named to second team all-district and Katy Para to re and Courtney Mauro were named to first team all-district. And Courtney was named player of the year.” Conklin said the team got the automatic bid to go to regionals when they beat Brentsville Friday 15/7 and 15/11 to win the district title. “I’m extremely proud of them,” Conklin said. “They definitely deserve it. They are Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cari Ebom CHAMPS: Junior varsity volleyball coach Heidi Maeyer, right, and assistant coach Susan Payne, center, instruct the team during the final game of the season last week. me Desi group or girls 1 ve ever had but it’s not their skill that makes them champions — they are all skilled — it’s their attitude and effort that makes the difference. They play for the team not for themselves. “They made me coach of the year. They’re a power team, they have class — winning or losing. I’m the same, they make the difference. I hand it all to them and it’s really nice having three sophomores on the team because they’ll be back." Junior varsitv coach Heidi Maeyer echoed Conklin’s comments, “I’m so proud of them. The season has been great and the team has had a great attitude. Other teams supported Rappahannock for their sportsmanship this year. The way they approached the game and the way they worked together as a team is more important than the fact that they won They did it as a team and finished as a team.” The JV beat Bre last week and went See CHAMPS, Page AS

The following cases were heard in the Rappahannock General District Court on Tuesday, Feb. 3 and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Barbara M. Steinberger, 73/55, continued to May 5, $30 cost. Hedgeman Russell Turner, possess cocaine, continued to Feb. 17. Nicholas Alias Wakeman, 70/55, $45/30, no registration in possession, complied with law, dismissed. • The following cases were heard in the Rappahannock General District Court on Tuesday, Feb. 10 and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Joseph Arthur Wenk, threaten personal injury, dismissed. Thomas Leroy Walter, disorderly conduct, nol prossed. Neal Ryan Atkins, assault and battery, obscene, elude, threatening conduct, trespass, continued to March 10. Robin Lynn Allen, reckless driving, 77/55, reduced t< 75/55, $57/30, seat belt viola tion, $25. John R. Butler, driyfrqj under influence, reduc^Mx reckless driving, $150/50. Robert Edward Davis 73/55, $54/30. Clayton Felice Rosati 72/55, $51/40. Michael Lane Wright reckless driving, reduced, tc improper driving, $25/30.' John Allen Ballou, defective equipment, $35/40, seal belt violation, $25, no registration in possession, $10/2. Marshall Joseph Beeler drive without headlights $35/30, seat belt violation $25. Rebecca Sue Bowler, nc registration in possession, complied with law. Eddie Jay Carico, 68/55, $38/30, expired registration, $25/2, no seat belt, $25. Garry Allen Dinges, nc seat belt, $25. Paul Russell Dodson, radar Local man injured due to rear-end collision Ray Nicholson, of Huntly, was seriously injured Friday in an automobile accident when he was partially ejected through the windshield of his truck . Nicholson, who is 80, was driving on U.S. 522 in Flint Hill about 11:40 a.m. and failed to realize that a line of cars was stopped ahead of him on the highway, according to a report bv Virginia State Trooper A.W. Perry who investigated the accident. The cars were being held up by a watchman who had traffic stopped in order to let a tractor-trailer exit a private drive. Perry reported that Nicholson, who was driving a GMC 1988 pickup, failed to stop and his truck rear-ended a 1995 Toyota pickup driven by Charles Eastham Jr., 63, of Flint Hill. Both men were wearing seat belts, Perry said, but they were both injured. Units frorri Chester Gap, Flint Hill and Washington volunteer fire departments responded as well as units from Warren County. Nicholson, who was thrown forward into the windshield of his truck, was more seriously injured. Both men were taken from the scene to Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal. Eastham was later released but Nicholson, who sustained head injuries, was transferred from Warren Memorial to Winchester Medical Center that afternoon. Hospital sources at Winchester said he is now listed in good condition. Damages to the GMC pickup were estimated at $2,000 and damages to the Toyota were also estimated at $2,000. Nicholson has been charged with reckless driving. NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT ORDINANCE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Wednesday, March 11, 1998, at 7: 30 o'clock p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, in the Town Hall on Gay Street, in Washington, Virginia, the Town Council of the Town of Washington, Virginia, will hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of considering the adoption of the 1998 Bank Tax Ordinance (effective July 1, 1998). Copies of the proposed Bank Tax Ordinance are available for inspection by the public at the Office of the Zoning Administrator of Rappahannock County and the Town on Gay Street, and also available at the Town Hall, during normal business hours. Members of the public are invited to attend this public hearing and make their views known. Franklin B. 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Douglas, 68/55, • J&30/30. pg td$i^ifes>Eddiani, 66/55, $33/30, nrofeet belt, $25. Tjmgthy^v Fitzsimmons, _ 70^ ^5/40? • \ \v' r ‘Ri^hird Howard Fumival, 69/55, $42/30. Bonia Lynne Gatewood, drive suspended/revoked, child safety violation, continued to March 10. Sylvia Wyne Gilbert, 68/55, $39/30. Mary Ann Gimble, 71/55, $48/30, no operator’s licenses in possession, complied with law. Adrienne Jenny Graage, 66/55, $33/30. Donald Gary Hensley, seat belt violation, $25, child safety violation, $50. Robert Jackson Hanaker, 74/55, $57/30. Richard Anthony House, 71/55, $48/30. William Harold James Jr., 74/55, $57/30. Lester J. Johnson, 73/55, $54/30, expired registration, $23/2. The following calls were routed through the dispatch center during the past week: Feb. 9: 10:58 a.m., kitchen fire, Town of Washington, Washington VFD, Sperryville VFD and VRS; 12:18 p.m., asthma attack, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD. Feb. 10: 7:34 p.m. possible broken leg, U.S. 211, Washington, Washington VFD and Sperryville VRS. Feb. 11: 8:26 a.m., difficulty breathing, Route 637, Amissville, Amissville VFD; sickcall, Route 600, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD. Feb. 12: 3:05 p.m., mutual aid, U.S. 522, Warren County, Chester Gap VFD. Feb. 13: 8:04 a.m., false alarm, U.S. 522, Huntly, Chester Gap VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 12:03 p.m., auto accident, U.S. 522, Huntly, Chester Gap VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 6:42 p.m., injury from a fall, U.S. 522, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD and Washington VFD; 7 p.m., transport, Fauquier County, Sperryville VRS. Feb. 14: 3:32 p.m., sickcall, Route 610, Chester Gap, Chester Gap VFD. Feb. 15: 12:55 a.m., difficulty breathing, U.S. 522, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD, Washington VFD and Chester Gap VFD. The following calls were routed through the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office last week: Feb. 9: public service, Route 1002, Sperryville; traffic accident, Route 627, Washington; animal control free text, Route 637, Amissville; info.gen., U.S. 522, Boston and U.S. 211, Amissville; residence, Route 626, Washington; public service, ,U.S. 211, Washington; info.gen., Route 642, Viewtown; stray livestock/horses, U.S. 211, Amissville; info.gen., Route 600, Sperryville; susp. person/vehicle/incident, Route 679, Amissville; intoxication, U.S. 211, Amissville; info.gen., Washington; lost/missing dog, Route 626, Castleton; info.gen., Route 610, Chester Gap. Feb. 10: stray cat or dog, U.S. 522, Huntly; citizen request assist., U.S. 211, Washington; info.gen., Route 621, Woodville; citizen request assist., U.S. 211, Washington; stray cat or dog, U.S. 211, Sperryville; stray livestock/horses, Route 642, Amissville; stray cat or dog, Route 600, Sperryville; welfare check, Route 611, Amissville. Feb. 11: stranded motorist, U.S. 211, Washington; info.gen., U.S. 522, Huntly; bad checks, U.S. 211, Washington; info.gen., U.S. 211, Washington; service FTA warrant, Town of Washington; susp. person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 211, Washington. Feb. 12: info.gen., U.S. 211, Washington; lost/missing dog, U.S. 211, Amissville; dog in cattle/sheep/poultry, U.S. 522, Woodville; assist, other jurisdiction, U.S. 522, Boston; info.gen., Route 637, Flint Hill; lost/missing dog, Route 614, Washington; juvenile runaway, Route 637, Flint Hill. Feb. 13: info.gen., U.S. 522, Boston; traffic accident, U.S. 522, Huntly; telephone harassment, Route 643, Amissville; traffic accident, Route 647, Flint Hill; tobacco Starting Thursday, Feb. 19 BINGO AT THE UNION HALL Spcmy<.\i B\ The Avlex Retiree's Club and the Fraternal Order of Police NtWU! 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The purposes of the mass meeting are: (1) to elect up to 55 (fifty five) delegates and 55 (fifty five) alternates to the 10th Congressional District Republican Convention, to be held on May 9, 1998 at Hanley High School, Hanley Boulevard, Winchester, VA, beginning at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of electing a chairman of the 10th Congressional District Republican Committee. (2) to elect a chairman, vice chairman, secretary, treasurer, and committee members of the Rappahannock County Republican Committee. All legal and qualified voters of Rappahannock County, under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia regardless of race, religion, national origin or sex, who are in accord with the principles of the Republican Party and who, if requested, express in open meeting either orally or in writing as may be required, their intent to support all of its nominees for public office in the ensuing election, may participate as members of the Republican Party of Virginia in its mass meeting, party canvasses, conventions or primaries encompassing their respective election districts. There will be no registration fee for the mass meeting. There is a $15 delegate fee for the 10th District Republican Convention. Anyone desiring to become a member or officer of the Rappahannock County Republican Committee is required to send such notice In writing to Walter Longyear, PO Box 124, 636 Mt. Salem Ave., Washington, VA 22747-0124. Such notice must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 20, 1998. Authorized by the Rappahannock County Republican Committee. violation, U.S. 211, Washington; info.gen., Town of Washington; conservation-animals, U.S. 211, Amissville; welfare check, Route 611, Amissville; stray cat or dog, Route 622, Woodville; public service, Route 1003, Sperryville; animal emergency response, U.S. 211, Amissville; traffic accident, Route 637, Flint Hill. Feb. 14: traffic accident, U.S. 522, Washington; info.gen., Route 618, Woodville; simple assault, U.S. 211, Washington; civil problem, U.S. 211, Sperryville; communication, abuse, U.S. 211, Sperryville. Feb. 15: larceny from building, U.S. 211, Sperryville; civil problem, Route 618, Woodville; info.gen., Washington, U.S. 522, Sperryville and Route 707, Sperryville; public service, Route 612, Sperryville; info.gen., Route 621, Woodville; public service, Route 618, Woodville; stray cat or dog, U.S. 211, Sperryville; info.gen., Route 1003, Sperryville; civil problem, Route 611, Amissville; public service, Route 622, Castleton; public service, Route 622, Castleton; keep the peace, U.S. 211, Sperryville; welfare check, U.S. 211, Sperryville; info.gen., Town of Washington; abandoned vehicle, Route 622, Woodville. Mexican Fiesta to be held Sunday at RCHS Teens are invited to join their peers for a Mexican Fiesta sponsored by Mother 2 Teens on Feb. 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Rappahannock High School. Mothers 2 Teens is a group of local Christian women committed to helping teenage children remain abstinent until marriage. They also provide support and guidance to young adults overwhelmed with the responsibilities of pregnancy and parenthood. Mothers 2 Teens offers pregnancy and childbirth education, baby supplies and equipment and an understanding ear. Teens age 13 and above, who attend the Mexican Fiesta will enjoy music, games, Mexican Fare and presentations about the many benefits of abstaining until marriage. For more information call April Heddleston at 987-8137. VFW sponsoring annual youth essay competition The VFW Post 1150 of Sperryville is sponsoring the annual youth essay competition in which 7th, 8th and 9th grade students are eligible to enter. Buck Payne, member of Post 1150, noted that this year’s theme, “What Patriotism Means to Me,” would give local students an excellent opportunity to express their individual opinions, thoughts and ideas while competing for valuable awards. The students are required to submit a typed essay (300 minimum to 400 words maximum) by Sunday, March 15. 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The double scratch is a good show Ornithologists use the term double scratch to describe a peculiar method ground-feeding birds use to uncover food. It involves a short jump forward with both feet, followed by a bigger jump backward in which the feet rake over the ground. If you have White-throated Sparrows at your feeder it is simple to observe this little dance step; they use the double scratch constantly to uncover food that may be hidden under dead leaves. I enjoy watching whitethroats do the double scratch dance in the dry leaves and scold them (from inside and with no effect) when they do it on the feeder where there is no need for it. The platform feeder is nailed to the banister of the steps leading up to our back door. I keep a good supply of mixed seed spread there so there is no need for birds to scratch to get it. My source for this subject, The Audubon Society Encyclopedia of North American Birds, states that Juncos and Song Sparrows also engage in the double scratching method of uncovering food. I have rarely observed the Junco doing it. Lee Trott, with whom I discussed this important matter, says she sees Juncos doing it quite often. Neither of us remembers a Song Sparrow All Things Wild And Beautiful John Trott jumping and scratching. It is likely that the many White-throated Sparrows at and around our feeder (we sometimes have as many as eight at one time) uncover enough hidden seed to satisfy these other finches. Certainly the Carolina Wren takes advantage of a white-throat’s efforts. I would be interested in hearing from readers whether or not they have seen the little snowbird, the Junco, doing the fancy two-jump step. Bird seed providers lucky enough to have a towhee at the feeder can watch a major double scratcher because this fine bird — about the size of a Cardinal — can truly make the dead leaves fly. On several occasions I have been in the woods when I heard what sounded like a big bird or mammal searching through dry leaves. On investigation, I discovered a towhee sending leaves in all directions in its search for food. The bold and handsome Fox Sparrow is also a double scratcher of considerable ability. This sparrow is well named for he is rufous-red, the color of a Red Fox, all over with the strongest color on the tail. Since the Fox Sparrow is much larger than other sparrows they are about seven and a half inches long they can really make the ground debris fly. Fox Sparrows turned up under our feeder after the great blizzard of January 1996. I haven’t seen one since. Chickens scratch by raking one foot over the ground, then the other, in the alternate scratch method. After this, the scratcher peers down to see what goodies have been uncovered. Wild gallinaceous birds — the word means chickenlike — such as Wild Turkeys and quail (Bobwhites) search for hidden food in this way. When their chicks are about, the female alternates by using one foot, then the other, to search for food while the little ones watch. After a couple of scratchings, the adult stands back and the young ones rush forward to quickly consume what has been uncovered. When the ground is covered by snow, the double scratch is most effective in uncovering seed. This is when white-throated Sparrows make the most use of their double scratching. Not only does the scratcher benefit, but other birds profit by the effort. Apparently the ability to use this distinctive method of finding food is inherited; thus genetic. Cardinals and Blue Jays don’t scratch but are constantly fh the presence of birds that do. They can easily observe the effectiveness of the method but do not learn to do it themselves. I have frequently observed a jay sweeping aside snow with its bill which is used like a broom. After the heavy snow of 1996, jays did this frequently on our platform. Other birds quickly rushed in to take advantage after the jay flew off. Birds not only uncover hidden seed when they scratch. The double scratch is mightly effective in quickly uncovering insects. With the first jump, the insect is alerted. The second causes it to scurry away, or attempt to do so. This is when the scratcher sees and quickly consumes the critter. There is much more to feeder watching than observing and looking for new species. I find the doublescratch particularly satisfying to watch. When the Whitethroated Sparrow decides to indulge in this inherited trait on the feeder, he sends seed flying in all directions. Much of it lands on the ground. In that case, other ground feeding birds enjoy the new food supply. It is all part of a good show. Council From Page A1 Herd survey data Milton Herd submitted his statistical summary of the citizen survey. According to the published report, 95 of 160 surveys were returned. “The 59 percent response rate was truly extraordinary,” wrote Herd. Also noteworthy is the ensured anonymity of participants. “No results were kept to match the individual survey number with names or addresses.” The top four “most valued features of the town” received 86-98 percent support. Maintaining a clean, natural environment, a low crime rate, the small town atmosphere, and rural setting headed the list. The town’s “most serious * challenges” — deciding how to best preserve the town, failing septic systems or wastewater problems, proposed town boundary expansion, and potential growth caused by adding a public sewer system — all garnered roughly 50 percent support. More than one answer to the question was possible in the survey. The “most desirable actions to pursue” ranged from building a small sewage treatment plant limited to solving town wastewater problems (44 percent said “very desirable”) to drawing up plans for orderly growth and preventing sprawl (79 percent said “very desirable”). Citizens interested in reading the entire report may obtain copies at the town hall. oamtary survey Wastewater committee chairman Charlie Tompkins received statistical and graphical data from the September health department sanitation survey. Narrative analysis is pending. Seventy-nine percent of the 110 households and businesses visited completed the surveys. Soggy or mushy ground, obnoxious odors and slow-draining or sluggish toilets were the most reported complaints. Five owners reported sewage surfacing over their drainfields. Based on the survey input, Tompkins’ committee will evaluate and recommend a firm to proceed with the previously advertised engineering feasibility study. Bids range from roughly $6,000 to $20,000. Copies of the sanitation report are also available from Kaye Kohler. Tompkins received a handful of applications from town property owners for low-interest state loans to replace failing wastewater disposal systems. Unfortunately, said Tompkins, the town actually receives the funds and then manages the loans locally, so the state requires submission of a complete operation plan. The council was notified too late to take action for this year, but Tompkins will continue to pursue the project. Sign ordinance The sign ordinance approved last month affected many businesses displaying daily, temporary, service, and directional signs. Though these must now all be reviewed and approved by the Architectural Review Board, none were submitted. The council will contact individual property owners to encourage compliance with the new ordinance. Council member Ray Gooch also pointed out that, with the exception of Tompkins’ property on Main Street, all the temporary or sandwich-style signs in the town are being displayed illegally in the VDOT right-ofway. Parking survey Four people volunteered to serve on the parking survey committee. Only one is a town resident. Gooch and town attorney Frank Reynolds suggested that the committee should be made up primarily of town residents. The council supported this view. Committee chairman Peter Skowronski will approach members of the business community for additional help. Fourth of July Tompkins, who also chairs this committee, is moving for ward to purchase the fireworks for the event. The council voted five to one to bring back the fife and drum corps that played last year. Steve Critzer opposed the measure on grounds that the $2,500 fee was too expensive. Visitors* center Committee chairman Gooch met with architect Jay Monroe to come up with a schematic design for a small all-weather building to be used to display brochures, maps, and other local tourist information. Monroe volunteered to complete the work without cost to the town. Gooch will also meet with interested people to bring together the kinds of information that would be most helpful. A location for the building also needs to be found. Mayor Stew Willis requested that once the design is drawn, it be brought before the council. Legal issues Reynolds contacted state delegate Jay Katzen concerning a recent legislative proposal to exempt food from the state’s sales tax. At the time of the meeting, Reynolds did not know whether the tax exemption applied to meals served in Blue Moon Cafe Friday, Feb. 20 Youth Night (ages 11 to 17) $10 cover charge includes Pizza, Burgers, Veggie Burgers and Hot Dogs LIVE MUSIC 8 p.m. to 12 midnight Parents are welcome. No smoking allowed. Saturday Night Early Bird Special * * (Feb. 21, from 6 - 8 p.m.) ★ Fresh Grilled Tuna ★ Blackened Catfish ★ Roast Pork Loin or Prime Rib Au Jus M $12.95 ^ Music beginning at 9:30 p.m. Legendary OK's -Ar Open Mike Night Every Tuesday ^ Prime Rib Special...$12.95 ' * Blue Moon Cafe is under new ownership, Chaz Greene and Laum Parker U.S. 211 West of Sperryville next to Mountainside Market 540-987-3162 Point-to-Point Races ■ : Thornton Hill Farm Sperryville, Virginia Saturday, February 28,1998 10 Races Plus the Hound Race First Race 12 Noon restaurants or hotels. If it does cover meals, the town’s income from food sold at The Inn and other bed-and-breakfast establishments in town would be seriously reduced. He will report his findings at the March council meeting. Another item of critical interest is the upcoming council election. Reynolds reminded council members that they, and anyone else interested in being a candidate, must submit their applications to the registrar by March 3. Reynolds also noted that the circuit court had advertised to fill vacancies on the Board of Zoning Appeals. Anyone interested in serving on the BZA should contact the court . More mini-grants awarded to teachers Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, has been busy choosing more recipients for their mini-grant program. The spring 1998 series of grants were awarded last Wednesday during teachers meetings at both schools. Applications for the grants had been distributed to teachers in December of 1997. At the elementary school, a joint grant was awarded to third grade teachers Beth Tillinghast and Corrine Smith. Their students will use the grant money to write and publish a civics booklet on Rappahannock County, which can then be used by future classes to learn about the county. Fifth grade teacher Paul Tieche was awarded a grant for the entire school which will be used to purchase additional dies for the Ellison machine. This machine is a great help to teachers in preparing displays and teaching aids for their classrooms, and the additional dies will provide a wider range of opportunities for creativity. Layne Vickers will use her grant money to help her fourth graders write and illustrate their own hardbound books, which will then be kept as part of the class library. The students will be able to come back in future years and read their books to new students. Gifted and Talented teacher Amy Gubler received a grant to create a literary magazine and calendar with her fifth, sixth and seventh grade classes. This project will not start until the fall, but she needed a pledge of support now in order to apply for matching funds. RCES teacher Sherry Hafter was given a grant to purchase a portable Eiki Language Master, which is used to enhance vocabulary instruction. It works as both a visual and audio aid, and has proven very effective. At the high school, Scott Schlosser, the building trades m teacher, was given funding for his shed building project. Each year they must wait until the shed is sold before being able to pay for building materials. This grant allows him to pay for the materials before the shed is built. High school teacher Ron Vickers was awarded funds for his Rappahannock Scholars program. He will use the grant to provide recognition for these scholars at the year-end banquet. Last year’s artist-in-residence Laurie Marshall received funding to complete the editing of the onstage performance of the original drama “Rumble on the Mountain,” which was done in conjunction with the peer mediator program she conducted during the 199697 school year. Headwaters was extremely pleased with the high quality of the grant applications and congratulates the teachers on their creativity. The only disappointment came from not being able to fund all the requests. The organization tries to fund projects that are not provided for in the regular school budget. The next series of grants will be presented in early fall of 1998, with applications going out to teachers at the end of this school year. Generous community support has made these minigrants possible. Headwaters continues to work toward its goal “to foster educational excellence by cultivating the cooperative spirit and resources of the whole community to benefit all > students,” and invites everyone in the Rappahannock community to become involved. For more information, call Headwaters at 675-1819. OurJob Is TD Help You 'Hjrn'IHem Into Molehills. One of the sad realities of modern day life is that problems can simply become too big to handle without professional help. If that time comes, remember Pinebrooke-UVa Psychiatric Center. 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—-—ftappatjatinocfe jSetos— 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: $21 a year irTRappahannock County $27 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 , Telephony (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member. Audit Bureau of Circulations ft Our View Kudos and more Volleyball teams win district titles, recognition is due all around The outstanding achievements made this last week (and indeed all season) by the Rappahannock High School girls volleyball teams should be recognized county wide. Both teams won the Bull Run District title and the junior varsity won the tournament as well. The varsity team has four players named to all-district — Meghan Fairbrother, Alice Gentry, Katy Paratore and Courtney Mauro. The junior varsity went undefeated and the varsity went to regional competition for the first time in the school’s history. As if those accomplishments weren’t enough to rate high praise there is more. Mauro has been named Player of the Year and varsity coach Laura Conklin was named Coach of the Year. The teams’ records and recognition they have garnered is a testament to their hard work and dedication and to the hard work and faith of their coaches, Conklin and junior varsity coach Heidi Maeyer. They have done Rappahannock proud. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Eborn Rainwater runs oft saturated ground and through this rock retaining wall on U.S. 522 in Woodville Tuesday. 30 Years Ago Thursday, Feb. 15, 1968 Ford Motor Company and its local dealers donated automotive equipment worth $1,680 to Rappahannock County High School here on Wednesday, Feb. 7 in a presentation ceremony at the school’s automotive shop at 12:30 p.m. Pre-school registration for children who will enter the first grade in Rappahannock County in the fall has been scheduled for Monday, Feb. 26 at Sperryville Elementary School between the hours of 9 a.m. and noon, and at Washington Elementary School on Tuesday, Feb. 27 during the same hours. Miss Beverly Payne, a junior at Rappahannock County High School, was named Sweetheart of 1968 at a Valentine dance and party Saturday evening at the school. 25 Years Ago Thursday, Feb. 15, 1973 The Northern Virginia Fox Hunters will hold their quarterly meeting in the community room of the Second National Bank Building, Culpeper, at 7:30 Friday evening, Feb. 16. The General Assembly is now in its next to the last week of the 1973 session and legislation on such topics as blue law, bingo and parimutuel are being considered either by the Senate or the House of Delegates or its committees. George Nicholas Slater was recently pro moted at United Virginia Bank, Richmond, from assistant trust officer to trust officer. 10 Years Ago Thursday, Feb. 18, 1988 C. E. (Skippy) Giles Jr. watched as his rezoning request sailed smoothly through the town’s Planning Commission and council, but the town’s electric and telephone utilities found rough seas in Mr. Giles’ wake. Wakefield senior Nicola Datta has been informed that she has won a three-quarter tuition scholarship to Catholic University of America in Washington, D. C. The award will further her education in classical studies. Letters The issue remains sprawl When I attended the meeting hosted by Mr. James Epstein, the developer of Clevenger’s Corner, I came to discuss sprawl and the fact that his proposed subdivision is in blatant contradiction to his simultaneous proposal for a farmers’ cooperative. Mr. Epstein told me, “We are not here to discuss sprawl.” I contend you cannot look at the issues with blinders on or in a pristine vacuum of your own design and that the effects of a subdivision at Clevenger’s Corner are in direct conflict to Mr. Epstein’s “concept” support for a farmers’ cooperative. I left the meeting when 1 realized we were only going to discuss what Mr. Epstein wanted to discuss. The Washington Metropolitan region is growing so rapidly and open land is disappearing at an alarming rate. Developers are forced further and further out but continue to develop even though there is already a glut of similar housing on the market. The 1998, Jan. 25 issues of The Washington Post, had a front page article by Dan Eggen entitled, “In Outer Suburbs, Homeowners Pay the Price of Overbuilding — Many Forced to Sell Houses at a Painful Loss.” Mr. Epstein’s subdivision, even if it is the most thoughtfully designed ever executed, will only aggrandize the problems brought on by this overbuilding. At some point if we are ever going to protect open land for future generations we have to say enough. Mr. Daukas admitted to me that he was a “good friend” of Mr. Epstein. Once again, Mr. Daukas, this is a conflict of interest. You cannot be a disinterested party in this matter and you cannot look at only those issues of a narrow purview without facing the greater issue of sprawl. It has to factor into the equation if you are to voice a more circumspect view of the entire matter or stand under the aegis of the American Farmland Trust. You cannot endorse the concept of a farmers’ cooperative at Clevenger’s Comer and somehow disregard that Clevenger’s Corner is ultimately further undermining fanning. I need not tell you Mr. Daukas that land is a finite resource and the impact of this kind of sprawl development is irreversible. Rappahannock County has increasingly become an island in a sea of bad planning and limited foresight. Culpeper and Fauquier counties are already headed towards suburbia. What makes Rappahannock unique is that for the time being; with the __ foresight of our board of supervisors and planning commission, we have been able to keep Rappahannock out of the hands of land speculators. I hope that they will continue in this direction and not be lured or coerced into believing the county will be better served by relaxing the zoning regulations that have helped keep Rappahannock County the pride of the Piedmont. Mr. Epstein is entitled to develop Clevenger’s Comer and from all indications he is proceeding on schedule but I resent this smokescreen manipulation of local farmers - and citizens into believing - that Mr. Epstein has only our best interests at heart. Clevenger’s Comer is sprawl with a capital “S” and I challenge both Mr. Epstein and Mr. Daukas of the AFT that if what is proposed for Clevenger’s Corner is something unique and not simple sprawl to explain to me otherwise. If Mr. Epstein were truly concerned about preserving the beauty and unique character of the Piedmont he would put the entire parcel of Clevenger’s Comer into conservation easement and abandon his plans to develop Clevenger’s Comer into yet one more sprawl development. John Kirchner Ragged Mountain Resource Center The citizen vs. government, VDOT I live on an unpaved secondary road. There are two landowners beyond me on this road before it dead ends. In order to pave an existing unpaved secondary road Virginia Code requires that road to carry a minimum of 50 vehicles per day. It is unreasonable to expect that number to be mqtfor most of the road I live on7*,«Sw Why does local rezoning policy require easement dedication on transferred property to accommodate VDOTs desired 50 foot easement even in this case? (For possible future paving under their current “desired” not required profile?) What is substandard about the original 30 foot prescriptive easement when the dead end roadway serves even 15 or 20 landowners. Do our elected county officials feel, for some reason, beholden to VDOT or to the Commonwealth Transportation Board? The policy is not in the interest of me or my neighbors. Who does the board represent? Or doesn’t it make any difference as long as you (or I) the iandowner(s) continue to pay taxes on land we can’t use? I believe that our community has more than adequately expressed, to both VDOT and our elected representatives, well founded concerns about our environment, the aesthetics, and quality of life in our Rappahannock County. I believe our local elected officials have shown and continue to show either great insensitivity or outright disregard for the interests and expressed desires of our community. Either way, it would seem time to consider this and reflect the way you feel about it at the next local election. Further, I hope that more people will look closely at the acts and conduct of VDOT and it’s representatives. Their blind commitment to “projects from the past,” which the local constituency has clearly proclaimed no longer appropriate, desired, or needed — despite contrary indications from the local elected officials — is at lest a slap in the face to the landowners. In addition, it appears to be in conflict with the intent of the law which established and governs the administration of our secondary highway system. There are too many cases of “changed grade” causing flooding and other drainage problems which only occurred when VDOT came to “fix” a problem (which often only existed in the mind of VDOT) on a road which the landowner owns! There are too many times when landowners have attempted to avoid problems developing by advising VDOT of local site specific conditions and suggesting constructive methods of dealing with the situation only to be summarily dismissed and/or ignored by VDOT. How many beer, wine and whiskey bottles as well as general trash have you found on your land left by the contractors working for VDOT? And then VDOT claims that the acts of contractor’s employees are not controllable by VDOT, and further, awards the same contractor more state work! (Do you think VDOT picks up that trash?) These acts appear arrogant, ignorant and incompetent. I believe that some might find them grounds for rescinding easements or even personal liability! T.J. Pagano Huntly Let’s clean up Rappahannock Ever since moving to Virginia in 1984, my wife and I have been in love with Rappahannock County. We realized our dream of living here when we purchased our home in Amissville in 1996. However, we have been discouraged to see how the natural beauty of our back roads has been marred by those who thoughtlessly throw trash out of their vehicles. > ' The worst part of this * problem is that the roads that are most affected are the back roads, the ones that you and I as county residents travel. We can’t blame this problem on city folks coming out for a day visit. This is our problem and it is ours to solve. This past Saturday, my j wife and I picked up litter , along Route 645. In less than an hour, we filled two large trash bags with cans, bottles, fast food wrappers and even a spent diaper! f * ■ It was great exercise and it gave us an instant sense of accomplishment as 4S ■ we looked at the difference when we were finished. Won’t you join us and your neighbors in helping to clean up our back roads? If you live along one of these roads, why not adopt it and spend an hour each month to keep it clean. If not, find a section of road that has no nearby dwelling and adopt it as your own. Let’s work together to clean up our back roads and restore the natural beauty of Rappahannock County. Cooper & Linda Wright Amissville Letters to the editor The Rappahannock News welcomes Letters to the Editor from its readers as a forum for discussion of local public affairs subjects. WRITE: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 FAX: the Editor (540) 675-3338 To be considered tor publication: Letters must be signed by the writer. 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Panthers on the way to district / By Mary Beth Martin Rappahannock News StafT Writer The Rappahannock County High School varsity basketball team played two games last week, losing one to Brentsville 58/53, and running away with other game against George Mason with a score of 58/41. They face George Mason again in the district semi-final tournament which will be rescheduled due to bad weather conditions. A win will advance them to the district finals originally set for Feb. 20 at Stonewall Jackson High School in Manassas. The delay in the semi-final game may cause further rescheduling. At the end of the first quarter of the Brentsville game the Panthers led the Tigers by 15/13. Jason Baldwin, No. 33, and Ervin Phillips, No. 23, each dunked three baskets and dominated the court with interceptions and steals. However, shortly after the second quarter, a turnabout occurred with Brentsville taking the lead and scoring 22 points by halftime. The first half ended with the score 35/25. Rappahannock tried hard but was only able to narrow the gap. At the end of the third quarter the score was 48/42. It was a turbulent game and Chris Sealock, No. 35, left the court for a few minutes with a bleeding mouth that bothered him later in the game. Daniel Settle, No. 45, had a numerous rebounds and scored nine points and twin Michael Settle followed with eight points. “Brentsville is a good team and hopefully we will play them again,” said Coach Eugene Baltimore, referring to the district finals. The junior varsity team let the game get away from them in the first quarter when Brentsville exhibited good man-to-man defense. Rappahannock was still down 13 points at half-time. The Panthers came back in the second half and were beaten by only nine points with a score of 40/31. Coach Jason Gochenour complimented the team for having heart, for playing hard and for coming back when the score was down. High scorers were Zack Todd with seven points, Abe McLear and Darryl Roberts each with six points. The Rappahannock varsity team dominated George Mason last Friday. From the beginning the Panthers worked hard collecting rebounds and baskets. By the end of the first' quarter the score was 16/12 and they widened their lead so that by half-time the score was 30-22. In the third quarter George Mason was showing some desperation with 10 fouls arid facing defeat. The score was 41/31 at the end of the third quarter. Daniel Settle scored five baskets outside the shooting circle with a total of 22 for the game. Phillips scored 11 points and he was invaluable to the team for his 14 rebounds and high powered blocking. Baldwin was a dynamo going after the ball collecting nine points with foul shots and four points for baskets. Coach Baltimore orchestrated the action from the sidelines with unrestrained emotion. “There were too many turnovers, but they played a hard game,” he said. This will be the last season for seniors R.J. White, Michael Balder, Jonathan Moore and Baldwin. The Rappahannock junior varsity team played hard in Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Carl Ebom GOOD FOR TWO: Michael Settle, No. 55, shoots. their game against George Mason High School, but lost 35/21. This game ended their season for the year. High scorer was Darryl Roberts with seven points and high rebounder was Lars Lyman with a total of seven points. The team did not play well during the first half, the halftime score was 27/10. During the second half the Panthers played an intense defense and coach Gochenour said the reserves did an excellent job when they had a chance to play in the fourth quarter. Jack Namvou: He’s in the rhythm and giving it his all By Lorraine Duisit Espinola Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Seventeen-year-old foreign studerit Jack Namvou has been creating quite a stir at Wakefield Country Day School basketball games. At six feet, six inches he didn’t have much of a choice. “I had to!” he jokes. Actually, he prefers soccer, Photos Courtesy of Lorraine Duisit Espinola HE LIKES TO WIN: Jack Namvou, of Cameroon, has been a real asset to the Wakefield Country Day School basketball team. Champs From Page A1 tournament Saturday. They were nervous at the tournament, said Maeyer, but came through. She said the varsity team next year should also be a power house since almost all the JV players are moving up. The Rappahannock varsity won their first tournament game against Manassas Park, 15/9 and 15/10 but lost later to Brentsville (winning the first game 15/12 but losing the next two 14/16 and 13/15). That made Brentsville the tournament champions and they will also go to regionals. Rappahannock will play Powhatan for the regional quarter finals at Madison County High School at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 18 and if they win they’ll play the winner of the Stonewall-Wilson game on Saturday, Feb. 21 at Orange County High School at 1:30 p.m. for the regional championship. They have already beaten Stonewall earlier this year. SNEAK PREVIEW PREMIUM OFFERS available from Toro Wheelhorse with purchase of Garden Tractor and Deck. All 5xi, 260, Classic 300 & 400 Models. or Free Poly Dump Cart '■ or Free 31cc Grass Trimmer And J Xf * f '/ X? V «i»r to No Payments/No Interest Until October 1998 or 6.9% Fmaru^gf^vVI«i»^ y Prices " Starting From NEW 1998 5xi Series Your choice of 8 different decks 42" - 60" The New Lawn & Garden Tractor. 'See dealer tor details ;he most popular sport in his aomeland of Cameroon, and ndependent state in western \frica bordered by Chad and Nigeria. French influence is strong, especially in the capital Yaounde, where he attended school before coming to the LJ.S. in January to study at iVCDS in Huntly. His presence on the WCDS jasketball team has buoyed :eam spirit. “They’re stronger defensively, they’re all playing setter knowing Jack will be there,” said coach Bill Castellan. “Jack is a great allaround athlete. He would rather make a good pass than a good shot. If you love the game that’s what you do.” During warm ups, Namvou’s feet are always dancing, and he surprises refs with his hackey-sack type antics, bouncing the ball off curved-up feet, knees and body without once letting it touch the ground. During the game he gives his all. “I like to win,” he confides. “But I don’t think of victory directly. I think about fun first.” Before the game he is often wearing headphones, in fluid movement with his favorite music. “To have fun, I want to take the rhythm. It’s why I start with the music — then easily I am able to take the rhythm for the game. I’m not taking the game as a kind of war ... I just want to have fun and the other players to have fun with me. “In Cameroon there is a basketball court near my home, but mostly people play soccer. There is an African National Championship for people under 15-years-old. I was tall for my age — I wasn’t good — but I was tall. I played one game with that championship. After that my father didn’t want me to play, so I stopped. Basketball will help me to have scholarships to study in the U.S., but I don’t plan to make it my job. I want to be a computer engineer in information systems.” Wakefield CDS is known for quiet halls and an emphasis on academics, but also for a family atmosphere and warm interaction between students of all ages. Namvou appears to have taken to this rhythm as well. When asked to compare his school experience in Africa to that at WCDS he says, “It’s totally different... all is different. In my former school there are at least 100 students per class. You are not allowed to speak, in or out of the classroom. We have 25 periods, and class is held from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a 13 minute break for lunch. In my country, if you have to repeat a class, that’s all for you... it’s finished. You have to be good in school to be somebody in your life. Being good between 100 people... it’s not easy. That’s why people concentrate on what they’re doing — not laughing, not talking to a teacher. “Last year, in the science program, I had 18 periods, which is the minimum. Here at WCDS I have eight periods. People are happy, friendly... it’s fun to be here. In my country you come to school, do what you have to do and go back to your house. It’s good to have some time to watch TV, to do things I couldn’t do in my country.” Namvou lives with his host family in Strasburg, has visited Richmond and Manassas, and hopes to ski during the school break. School has been a positive experience for him. On the court speed and movement are certainly part of the equation. Rival teams double-guard Namvou after watching him weave furiously through the court to score. He’s there for the rebound, he’s watching for his team mates. Namvou is taking the rhythm and making a good pass. Wakefield CDS’s varsity team plays Blue Ridge on Friday, Feb. 20 at WCDS at 5 p.m. Call WCDS at 635-8555 for a schedule of the season’s closing games. HAVING A BALL: Namvou, No. 32, shoots the ball during a recent game at Wakefield CDS. * HIGHLAND SCHOOL! 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Budget From Page A1 federal government but is targeted for specific categories. The new federal dollars also projected could be offset by losses in other categories, reducing the net amount. Gangel’s budget permits the creation of several new staff positions, including three instruction team leaders, a remedial first grade aide, a part-time art teacher for the elementary school and a finance/policy assistant for the central office. Blue Cross/Trigon notified the board that health insurance premiums would increase 15 percent this year. Gangel believes that by recompeting the contract, a five percent increase is more realistic. Substantial amounts of money will be needed for capital improvements to the county’s two schools. Three Requests for Proposals were advertised recently for renovation projects. Contracts for architectural consulting and construction work related to expanding the high school will be awarded later this year. Sources for that money have not been identified. By Feb. 26, the board expects to advertise the budget and public hearings. The board will hold a work session to go over the final draft on March 5 and will have a formal budget proposal ready for initial public review at its regular board meeting on March 10. The county board of supervisors plans a budget public hearing on Monday, April 27, at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Gilkey From Page A1 believes the most significant of those were the improvements in the school system, benefits to the fire and rescue companies, the putting in of the landfill and the changes made in the county’s zoning laws. “One thing that galls me the most though are the federal and state mandates placed on us. That’s what has really killed us here.” His resignation becomes effective at midnight on March 2. He will preside over his last board meeting at the regular meeting of the board that day said County Administrator John McCarthy. The board will have to appoint someone to fill the position and then a special election will be held in November. That person would also have to run again for the regular election in November 1999 if they choose. The board has 30 days to appoint a replacement. “It’s a real loss to the county to loose a board member who served for 18 years. That he did serve for that long is a sign of how well he was (is) regarded in his district. The fact that he has continued to be reelected chairman for 11 years is a sign of how well he is regarded by his colleagues,” McCarthy said. Piedmont District Supervisor Charles K.”Pete” Estes said, “Wakefield District was well served by Hubert Gilkey. On the board of supervisors he was a real asset to the county. 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Board member Dennis Wingfield reported that, based on Gangel’s budget projections and expected increases from the state, “operation costs won’t need extra money,” though some increases will be necessary for capital outlays when planned school building and renovation projects get underway. The physical plant subcomittee and the strategic planning subcommittee both addressed problems with overcrowding and expansion of the high school. The board recently advertised Requests for proposals ior arcmtectural consultant work, roof repairs on the high school, and restroom renovations in both county schools. One RFP for architectural services closed Jan. 29. Four bids were received and evaluated by the subcommittee. Board chairman Dr. John Tole directed Gangel to open negotiations with Wise and Associates, the company that installed the green metal roof on the high school. On Jan. 23, Gangel provided the strategic planning subcommittee his requirements for space needs. Based on his recommendations and supporting documentation, the subcommittee believes that action must be taken to expand the high school. Gangel projects that, based on elementary school numbers, nearly 500 additional high school students will enroll during the next five years. An estimated eight to 12 additional classrooms will be needed. Tole reported that a major construction project is neither desirable nor financially possible at this time. After considering various options, including a high school annex, the subcommittee authorized Gangel to search for an architectural consultant to evaluate expansion of the high school. A previous study, conducted several years ago, is no longer considered valid. Makela challenged the subcommittee’s mission to define a preliminary five to 10 year master plan. “My under standing of philosophical/strategic planning was to look where we go in 5-10 years,” he objected, “but it seems to have gone into a capital improvement plan.” Tble responded that “there are a number of issues, not the least of which is the cost. We cannot as a board propose something unrealistic.” He explained that the need for additional space was so great that it would logically be viewed as the centerpiece of any strategic plan the group might devise. Agreeing with this perspective, Makela stated that any reports from the consultant should come directly to the board not the subcommittee. The other board members, including Tole, supported this view. GWC-PTEC program With the high per student cost, extensive time spent transporting students to the Carter-Piedmont vocational facility in Culpeper County, and gradual, natural decline of students participating in the programs, expansion of the high school could impact the county’s participation in tne program. Gangel reports that no vocational expansion is currently planned for the high school. Only 18 county students are enrolled at * Piedmont now. At this time there are no county students in the Licensed Practical Nursing program reported to be in jeopardy due to budget cuts and minimal high school enrollment. Draft budget summary In his detailed budget report, Gangel assured the board that all “top priority items are in the budget,” though he is not sure what total revenues will be because the General Assembly remains in session. He expects state revenue increases to cover all operational needs, but additional money will definitely be needed for capital improvements, architectural consultants, and performance contracts. He also reported that Del. Jay Katzen’s efforts to get General Assembly action on amending the county’s composite index computation received no support at the committee level. Said Tble, “We are on our own in the county.” IB overview The superintendent outlined requirements for the International Baccalaureate program, a two-year accelerated academic program for ^ABERDEEN BARN Located in the Holiday Inn, Rt. 29 South, Culpeper 825*1037 ABERDEEN BARKS t .• Thursday Night Steak Dinner Special $10.95 New York Strip, Salad, Potato & Onion Rings CrossLink ◄.. Quality & Reliability Full-Service Internet Access Serving the Mid-Atlantic With extended local dial access in VA, MD, Wash DC, W VA, DEL, NC, and PA Local Calls ... Global Access Toll Free: 1-888-427-6775 N. 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Gangel estimates that participation requires at least $20,000 in start up funds, with annual costs and a salary stipend for a program coordinator tacked on. The FY98-99 budget includes training funds for teachers and staff to attend an IB conference next year. Dr. Tole will also represent the school board in a conference at England’s Oxford University, in part to discuss the IB program. Report cards Gangel briefly described the new Virginia School Report Cards that will be used to document school system performance. Not to be confused with report cards given by teachers to students, these cards summarize school-wide testing results, advanced academic programs, school accreditation, standards of learning achievement, levels of physical safety and other aspects of system operations. Copies of the new form are available in the school board office. Communications and ADPE Biggs reported that county residents Steven Miller and Kay Johnson donated personal computers and other ADP equipment to the school system. The board unanimously approved acceptance of the donations with thanks. Wingfield presented a plan by Sperryville Exxon to offer its customers the opportunity to receive cards toward gasoline purchases. For each card completed and redeemed, Sperryville Exxon will dqnate two dollars to the school system to use anywhere the money is needed. Wingfield added that the owners of Sperryville Exxon “wanted the money to go where it would do most good — that is, to the children of the county.” Gangel suggested that the county would need to find an appropriate avenue to receive the funds as a donation. Biggs is the school board’s point of contact for all donations. New business Under new business, Makela briefly summarized political developments affecting county schools, such as charter school requests, employee contracts, and efforts to have the school board’s salary cap raised. Tole suggested that the board pursue the issue after concluding this year’s budget cycle. Computers in each school and at the school board office all require reprogramming to offset the infamous Year 2000 computer problem. Gangel noted that the Columbia computer systems in each school are affected, along with the finance software used in the school board office to pay bills and such. The state might provide help for the school com-j puters, but the finance software needs upgrading, as well. Also under new business, Makela described a presentation he and Crocker heard at a recent conference that highlighted the importance of having comprehensive, accurate minutes for board meetings. The board discussed various types of technology and recordkeeping that could be used to accurately document their meetings for both historical and legal purposes. Executive session Requests for homeschool*} ing approvals outside of time- • lines were approved unanimously during the executive session. Personnel issues, also approved unanimously, included a retirement requesti from Lewis Butler, a school? bus driver with eight years off service; appointment of Lois' Ames to be a regular driver; appointment of Butler to serve as a substitute driver; appointment of four substitute teachers; and appointment of Kim Atkins as cheerleading sponsor

• Neighbors/B3 • Obituaries/B6 • Classifieds/B4 • Real Estate/B6 February 18, 1998 Horticulturist creates works of living art ! By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer - Yuliana Yevoushok is an artist. Her canvas is nature. She came to Rappahannock from New York City several months ago when she was if hired by The Inn at Little I Washington as their horticulI turist. Prior to her move here she [ was the director of horticulture at The General Theological Seminaiy in Manhattan. The seminary is the oldest Episcopal Seminary in the World and sits on an entire city block. The 19th century build•ings encompass the three and a half acres of gardens, known as Chelsea Square. The gardens had become an area of sparse lawns with a minimal amount of shrubs added. The administration decided it was time to renew a commitment to the gardens and created the position for which they hired Yevoushok. She applied her artistry to the canvas that was bare, dry and brown and worked a small miracle. She had no staff, no volunteers, no help. She dug in — painstakingly rejuvenated I——»■ -rrr1 Yuliana Yevoushok lawns, made extensive new plantings, introduced new beds of different kinds, worked to integrate a coherence of design with shrubbery, ornamentals and annuals — and the garden blossomed under her touch to a fragrant paradise in the middle of a city of stone and steel. “It was a very creative endeavor,” she said. “I had complete control and even used some of my own plants.” Her efforts did not go unre TRANQUIL BEAUTY: The recreation of the gardens in Chelsea Square took three years. FROM ABOVE: An overview of the Chelsea Square gardens. warded. She got a budget, volunteers, students helpers and the support of the administration. In the three and a half years she was there the Chelsea Square went from a rather barren corridor between buildings to an area recognized by the Garden Conservancy as one of the best examples of beauty and neighborhood pride in the area. The Conservancy, which does an annual tour of gardens (usually private) which they select as outstanding included Chelsea Square on its annual tour last year. “Marco Stefano, world renowned gardener from Wave Hill, in New York recommended my garden to the Conservancy because he was so impressed with it,” she said. But even with all the praise and job satisfaction, life in New York wasn’t easy for Yevoushok. She couldn’t afford to live in Manhattan and lived in Harlem. “I didn’t fit in,” she said. The cultural difference was difficult to adjust to but adjust she did. She looked at the move here as another opportunity in the horticultural field. And it gave her a chance to get back to an area similar in appearance to where she grew up. Yevoushok hails from north Renowned educator comes to county By Laurie Marshall Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Hans-Joachim Mattke of Stuggart, Germany spoke at Ki Theater in Washington, Va. on Wednesday, Feb. 11. The theme of his talk was “The Challenge of Education in our Time.” Mattke has taught for 28 years, helped in founding two American high schools, and has consulted with schools around the world. He is trained in the Waldorf method, which was founded by Rudolf Steiner in 1916. The goal of Waldorf education is to train a balance between the head, the heart and the hand. Steiner was propelled by the horror of World War I to find an education system that would prevent such heartless suffering in the future. The Waldorf School was closed by the Nazi’s in 1938. It was the first school that the Allies allowed to function after the defeat of Germany in World War II, because it was based in humanitarian principles. Currently, a Waldorf school is the only remaining educational facility on the Gaza strip, a Waldorf School serves homeless children in the favelas of Brazil and Rumania has decided to make this interdisciplinary, art-based curriculumn its national standard. During 1997-1998, Mattke is on sabbatical from the original Waldorf School in Stuttgart, which he also fttended as a child, to esearch and write a book on the use of theater as a training tool in the business world and in school, “to find out new methods of schooling for junior and high school, to get away pom lectures and textbooks.” I For the week of Feb. 9, he Consulted with Hearthstone Whole Family Learning Center in Castletop — a Waldorf-inspired parents cooperative which values exciting ideas about learning from any system. The German educator visited all of Hearthstone’s classes, meet ing with the faculty, parents, students and advisory board and giving feedback for strengthening and improving the offerings to the students. He described himself as “a warm mirror.” The following is a synopsis of his lecture: A good school has four attributes: 1. It is where the learning of learning take place, 2. Where the joy of learning takes place. 3. There is discovery of beauty and the adventure of thinking. 4. Where young people learn that it pays to develop iniative in this world. “The biggest asset a nation can make is education. We must regain education as the kemal of our society. Every five years there is complete change, complete renewal. The jobs that are now won’t be here in five years. Without learning, our young people can’t survive. We teachers get all moldy and after 20 years, we should be forbidden to teach. We should go work in the real world or go to university.” “One of the greatest challenges of our time is that the media educates more than the teacher. I was talking to the chancellor of Education of Germany last week who said We can try to balance the power of the media by nurturing the children for half the day. This is the cold war of education.” The teacher, he said is a midwife to the iniation into individuality. Iniation means to begin, to bring to life. The student is a novice, a beginner. Intative is to have the courage to begin something. “I hope we teachers stay as students always. I want to become different than before. I want to keep growing.” “The students know so much. They know more than we do. The difficult students are the ones you want. They are complicated, smart. As a teacher, they make you think five times. You learn from them. When life goes smooth ly, it is uninteresting. The difficult students shows reality and that is what I appreciate. They are honest.” “Joseph Beuys, the German artist, said that a teacher bring two elements to education: warmth and time. We can bring warmth in our thinking, feeling and action. We can give the students time to learn without always this rush, rush, rush. The student will remember a teacher’s warmth for a lifetime, long after they have forgotten the lesson.” Mattke said a teacher creates the knowledge in the moment, making the story of the material alive to the students so that their imagination creates a picture of the subject to compart? with reality. Textbooks are used later only to feed the curiosity that has been stirred. Dare to use one’s fantasy, playfulness and beauty. A curriculum that is 50 percent creative and artistic feeds the intellectual life in a school, he said. The idea is to live in a school of adventure. The teacher supports an equilibrium of the cognitive, emotional and spiritual so that a young person will have flexibility in the mind, sensitivity in the feelings and creativity in the soul. “To come to Rappahannock, to come to Virginia, has been an adventure. There is constant, gentle movement in the mountains. Rappahannock is a place of Zen quietude, Greek beauty and Western activity. It is a place of healing, art and agriculture.” “Your country has had the good fortune to have politicians who have poetic vision — your Declaration of Independence, your Constitution, the Gettysburg address. America is alive with spirituality. There is much hope here,” he said. For more information about Waldorf education and Hearthstone, call 937-4920. east Pennsylvania but likes to call Boston, Mass, home (she lived there for 15 years). She always had an interest in design and a desire to garden she said, even as a child. Her mother gave her her own garden when she was young and she learned by doing. She took courses at Arnold Arboretum, which is owned by Harvard University and her first job was as an assistant estate gardener in Beverly Cove, Mass. She then moved on to a job as estate gardener at the Tuckerman Estate at Pride’s Crossing and from there was hired by the Staten Island Botanical Garden as its curator of horticulture. The SIB Garden encompasses 13 acres and while there she added a 19th century Victorian perennial garden, a white garden, a rose garden, a pond garden (which covered one and a half acres), a herb garden and a fragrance garden. “I’m a nut for detail,” she said. “Everything has its place.” After living in a place where there are almost seven million people in a 13 mile stretch, Rappahannock, she has found, has a much slower pace of life. “Everyone here is very friendly. There if someone beeps a horn you ignore it. Here if someone beeps a horn they’re waving to you.” Yevoushok said she thought it would be easier to adjust here than it was adjusting to New York but she does feel a little nostalgic — not for New York but for Boston, Mass., which she thinks of as home. She loves the scenery here and the Blue Ridge Mountains, she said, has made her home — where else — in Boston. Photos Courtesy of Yuliana Yevoushok FROM BARREN TO BEAUTIFUL: The garden area of General Theological Seminary in New York City as seen above, below and at left, is now brimming with color and fragrance netted high praise from the Garden Conservancy. Clipping coupons helps schools By Mary Beth Martin Rappahannock News Staff Writer Friends of the Rappahannock County schools can help earn thousands of dollars worth of educational equipment that will enhance instruction with no expense and little time by helping the Rappahannock County Elementary School ParentTeacher Organization conduct its annual collection of Giant and Safeway receipts, General Mills cereal box tops and Campbell’s soup labels. So don’t throw away those labels, recycle them. Labels can be dropped off at the school office or sent with children to their classrooms. A new program the PTO initiated this year is offered by AT&T and involves simply filling out a registration card with an individual’s or business’ name and telephone number. Those telephone bills using AT&T for long distance service are then directly credited to the school each month. The company has made a huge commitment to technology education, said Janet Makela, PTO member and wife of Ron Makela, Rappahannock County School Board representative from Jackson District. AT&T does all the bookkeeping. Registration cards are available at the RCES office and at Hackley’s Store in Amissville. Once enough credits are earned the school may choose computer software from AT&T’s catalog. The complete labels from Campbell’s and Pepperidge Farm’s products can also be saved for credit. The points earned for these labels will be added to those from last year to buy some wonderful sports equipment, said Makela. Two years ago the PTO provided playground balls for each classroom, gymnastic mats and cones. General Mills, which makes 37 cereal brands including Total and Cheerios, will donate 15 cents to the school for every complete box top collected. The company will donate 10 cents for complete box tops from its snack brands such as Nature Valley Granola Bars. This money is to be designated for the purchase of more art supplies. The Senior Center volunteered to clip and sort the Campbell’s soup labels and store receipts as a community project. Makela expressed her deep appreciation for their considerable effort. The store receipts will be used to purchase instructional software. “It is an easy process that can net the school a number of tremendous items. This is a successful program which needs community support beyond the school to reach its full potential. Please help to make this the best year yet,” Makela said. Experience jazz with a twist John Eaton, nationally acclaimed pianist, humorist, and entertainer, brings “Jazz With A Twist" to the Theatre at Washington, Va., on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 8 p.m. The evening program includes music of Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, Harold Arlen, and Hoagy Carmichael. Considered one of the foremost interpreters of American music, Eaton provides a unique combination of ultra-tasteful jazz and fascinating observations. He has given more than 200 lecture/concerts for the Smithsonian Institution on the American Popular Song, including sold-out performances for 12 consecutive years. He gave a command performance in the East Room at the White House, and has performed extensively across the country. Eaton’s performances have received stellar reviews. Nat Hentoff, writing in The Nation, described Eaton as “The complete pianist — a bemused master of just about the whole spectrum of jazz language." Tickets for the performance are $14 with reservation, $15 at the door (if available*. Tickets for students 18 and under are half price. For info phone 675-1253 or email to TheatreVA@aol.com.

Church Activities New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worhsip service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Feb. 22 as follows: Flint Hill at 11:15 a.m., Sperryville at 8:45 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m., with communion. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting St. Peter’s Catholic Mission Rev. Robert A. I.ange, Rector Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4-5 p.m., Saturday Macedonia Baptist Pastor: Rev. James A. Price Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Amissville United Methodist Sunday: Thursday: Saturday: Sunday: Wednesday: Sunday: Sunday: Wednesday: Pastor: Rev. Nancy B. White Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth 4 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Talent Show 7 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. James W. Burke Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bible School 7 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Family Service, Holy Eucharist 9:15 a.m. Sunday School youth & adult 10 a.m. Morning Prayer 11 a.m. Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: John R. Pendleton Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday: Wednesday: Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 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. Pentecostal revival planned Revival services will be held at Flint Hill Pentecostal Church March 8 through 15 with different preachers each evening. All services will be held at 7:30 except March 8 and March 15 at 6:30 p.m. Heaven’s Express will be singing on March 8, March 9, March 13 and March 15. Preachers will include Rev. Aldine Pence March 8; Rev. Ashby Jenkins March 9; Rev. Doug Gochenour March 10; Rev. Ethel Painter March 11; Rev. Tony Cubbage March 12; Rev. Albert Kling March 13; Rev. Laney Knight March 14 and Rev. Ray Wines on March 15. All are welcome. Amy Pullen weds Donald L. Keyser Amy Lynn Pullen and Donald Leroy Keyser Jr. were married on Aug. 16 in Alexandria at Franconia Baptist Church. The bride is the daughter of David and Dorothy Pullen of Chantilly. The groom is the son of Donald and Pam Keyser of Alexandria. The Rev. Drew Walker performed the double-ring ceremony in a setting of candelabras with white lace bows, green ivy and miniature white silk roses. The pews were decorated with blue and white silk bows adorned with miniature silk blue and white roses. Angela Burns, the music coordinator at Franconia Baptist Church, sang and played selected songs on the piano. Mrs. Zorah Phares of Franconia Baptist Church was the wedding coordinator. The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her mother and father. The bride wore a white satin gown with sculptured lace and decorated in sequins. The lower half of the dress was made of satin and tulle and had a five foot train. The headpiece was tiara shaped decorated in sequins and was waist length. Her bouquet was live flowers or peach and pink roses, babies breath and white ribbon. The groom wore a formal black tails tuxedo with a white vest and tie adorned with a peach rose boutonniere. The three groomsmen were Ray Sherwood, Bobby Kuwano, and Chris Pullen, brother of the bride. They all wore black tuxedos, with a black vest and tie adorned with a peach rose boutonniere. The best man was Danny Whittier, a long time friend of the groom. He also wore the same attire as the groomsmen. The ushers were Chris Pullen and Bobby Kuwano. The matron of honor was Rachel Huffman. IT Mr. and Mrs.Donald Leroy Keyser Jr. The three bridesmaids were Dana Betthouser, Erin McGruder, and Michelle Keyser, sister of the groom. They all wore long baby blue sleeveless satin sheath gowns with a chiffon train and scarf. They all carried bouquets of peach roses, babies- breath, and white tulle. All of the ladies in the bridal party had their hair styled by beauticians of Manassas. Make up was provided by Mary Kaye Cosmetic. The ring bearer was four year old Devin Ashby. He wore a formal black tuxedo. The flower girl was two year old Casey Bennett, niece of the bride. She wore a silk blue and white flowered dress and carried a basket of blue and white carnation flowers. The lighting of the unity candles was performed by the bride and groom to symbolize their unity of marriage. The wedding reception was held at the Hilton Hotel in Springfield immediately following the wedding ceremony. The reception was coordinated by Mrs. Sherry Montgomery, which included a formal sit down dinner, open-bar, and country western dancing. The dancing also included traditional dollar dance of paying to dance with the bride and groom. It was a great honor to have the grandmother of the groom, Mrs. Addie Keyser of Washington, Va. attend the wedding. She is 95 years old and participated in several of the dances at the reception. The professional photographer, videographer, and disc jockey were provided by the] company, The Pros. The tables were all beautifully decorated with white silk table cloths which were adorned with blue and white bows. The center of each table consisted of a hurricane lamp with a lighted baby blue candle. At each setting for party favor there were wedding bubbles wrapped in blue tulle tied with white ribbon engraved in gold print, Amy and Leroy and their wedding date Aug. 16, 1997. Also, there were clear champagne glasses filled with miniature mints wrapped in blue tulle adorned with clusters of light blue silk miniature roses. A good time was had by all who attended. The wedding cake and groom’s cake was baked by the Sweet Life Bakery in Annandale. The bride’s cake was a three tier french vanilla cake filled with raspberry filling with whipped butter cream frosting and decorated with live peach rose flowers and topped with a Precious Moments bride and groom. The groom’s cake was a 14 inch round french vanilla cake with a chocolate mouse filling and a whipped butter cream frosting. The top was a very unique hand drawn copy of the exact picture that was on the bride and grooms wedding invitation, which was a western cowboy and cowgirl. The scene showed the cowgirl lassoing her man and tying the knot. The couple spent their honeymoon at Williamsburg in a suite at the Grand Kingsmill Resort. The bride is a 1996 graduate of Chantilly High School in Virginia. She is currently employed by the Children’s World Daycare in Springfield. The groom is a 1992 graduate of Word Of Life Academy in Springfield. He is currently employed as assistant produce manager at the Giant Food Store. The couple reside at Springfield with their son Austin Lane Keyser. Shiloh Association to hold Mission Conference The Shiloh Baptist Association, containing 31 Southern Baptist churches in Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock counties will celebrate a World Missions Conference in a weeklong series of services in 20 of their churches. Dates for the conference will be March 22-29. The services will feature state, North American and international missionaries from Japan, Europe, and Malawi, Africa. Each church participating will have five services each featuring different speakers engaged in various types of mission work as diverse as campus ministry, military chaplaincy and church starting. Services in most churches will begin at 7:30 p.m. each night. Sunday morning services will be at 11 a.m. or the normal worship time. Baptist churches participating in the conference include, Culpeper, Alum Spring, Bethel, Cedar Run, Jeffersonton, Stevensburg in Culpeper County. Madison County Baptist churches participating include Beth Car, Rapidan, Novum and Good Hope. Orange County churches include Barboursville, Oak Chapel and Blue Run. Washington, Amissville, F.T., Mt. Lebanon, Reynolds Memorial, Woodville and Slate Mills Baptist churches in Rappahannock County will participate, also. There will be a Missions Fair to start the week on Saturday, March 21 at 6 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Culpeper Baptist Church. The hall will be decorated representing the locations where missionaries serve, each of the 10 guest missionaries will be present to talk to all who come. Foods native to each area will be served. “Anyone is invited to participate in the activities of the World Mission Conference. It only comes once every four years. Don’t miss it,” said a spokesperson. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 pm. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hilly VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs'* SperryviUe Emporium “The Shop then has EVERYTHING” U. S. 211, West SperryviUe, VA (540) 987-8235 In Order to t orm a More Perfect Union...” Each February as we remember great leaders in our history, these Words from the Constitution come to mind.... “to form a more perfect union” through freedom from oppression. George Washington realized our need of freedom from British tyranny. A century later, Abraham Lincoln saw the need for freedom and equality within our own nation in order to form a more humane society. In God’s word we read. “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is nei- V ther slave nor free...for you are all one” (Galatians 3:28). Throughout history our leaders have understood not only our advanced needs for equality, but the role we as a nation play in forming a better world through upholding freedom. Exercise your freedom of religion and worship in your chosen church or synagogue. Pray for our leaders and for “a more perfect union.” Sunder lute Lute 13:1-30 15:1-32 11:1-11 Iteutey Thursday 14:1-5 7:1-20 1:1-15 Saturday Dtut*fonomy 6:14 Copynjw 19 SCTPlur** SmctMOr "uAwicr &MSKOV *■**•» Nmemm S«fvc« P O So. 9005 Cmnoflwv*. v* 22906 t&r ABERDEEN BARN Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (540) 825-1037 Jimmie’s Auto Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts 161 Saunders St. * Culpeper (540) 825-8030 The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds Rl 29 South • 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House (540) 825-5888 • Culpeper Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

Fund established for Sharon Scott A fund has been established to help Sharon Scott with therapy and long-term care after she is released from the hospital following the car accident that left her in critical condition. If you are able to assist Sharon, send your dona tion to the Sharon Scott Fund, do Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, Inc., P.O. Box 147, Amissville, Va. 20106 and mark to the attention of Sarah Latham. Checks should be made payable to the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, Inc. Our prayers continue to be with Sharon and her family. Raffle tickets for a TY Princess Bear beanie baby are now being sold by Rappahannock County Elementary School’s PTO to raise funds to replace their playground equipment. Tickets may be purchased for $1 at the school, Early’s Carpet, or Hackley’s Store. Drawing is Feb. 26 and you do not need to be present to win. Culpeper Soccer Association’s Spring registration . Will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon at St. Luke’s Intermediate School Saturday, Feb. 21. Registration is open to youth ages 5 to 15. New participants will need to bring their birth certificates. A fee of $30 is required. Call 825-0886 ext. 3 for more information. Rappahannock County soccer registration will be held at Rappahannock County Elementary School from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 21. Registration is $35 and a birth certificate is required. Contact Shannon at 987-8412 for more information. Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, Inc. will By GLENDA GUM host a danee on Saturday, Feb. 21 beginning at 9 p.m. with music by Thunder Road. Proper dress is required for admittance. The Fellowship Christian Athletes and Friends to Mom will sponsor a Mexican Fiesta party for teens on Sunday, Feb. 22 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School. Call 987-9336 for more information. Rappahannock Elementary School is in need of whole labels from Campbell’s soups, whole box tops from General Mills cereals, and receipts from Giant and Safeway. The school can exchange these items for school supplies, books, and computer equipment. They may be sent in with a child or dropped off at the school’s office. Please don’t forget to drop off your good used coats during the month of February for the Amissville- Baptist Church’s RA’s collection for needy families. All sizes for adults and children are appreciated. Congratulations to all the Dale Earhardt fans on Dale finally winning the one race that has eluded him all these years, the Daytona 500. Please leave your news in the box at Hackley’s Store by noon on Sundays. Washington highlights Best wishes to Richard and Ann Simmons who will celebrate their wedding anniversary on Friday, Feb. 20. Miss Melanie Moffett of Warrenton was a Thursday overnight guest of her grandmother Mrs. Jean B. Moffett. Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Mrs. Brenda McDonald and daughter Megan, Mrs. Diane Shelton and daughter Heather of Haymarket. Dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls, Samantha and Robert of Woodville. Mrs. Denise Jakubowicz and son Matt of Doylestown, Pa. spent Saturday until Monday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz. Sunday Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz and Mrs. Denise Jakubowicz and Matt visited Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sengstaek, Eric and Jason in Centreville and all had dinner at the Olive Garden Restaurant in Manassas. Congratulations to Greg Dodson and Denise Hawkins of Woodville who were united in marriage at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville on Saturday afternoon. The God’s Squad of the Washington Baptist Church enjoyed an evening of bowling in Front Royal on Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Pullen and daughter Christy of Culpeper were Saturday guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Clark Jr., Amanda and Stacey. Saturday afternoon Mrs. Debbie Pullen and daughter Christy of Culpeper, Mrs. Linda Clark and daughter T-3' By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Amanda attended a baby shower for Mrs. Naomi Wilson of Culpeper at the home of Mrs. Barbara Wayland in Sperryville. Miss Alicia Butler of Vienna was a Monday visitor of her mother Mrs. Alice Butler. . Mrs. Feral Simpson of McLean was a Tuesday overnight guests of Mrs. Alice Butler. Wednesday Mrs. Betty Klise and Mrs. Linnie Cummings of Flint Hill, Mrs. Feral Simpson of McLean, Mrs. Erma Jenkins and Mrs. Alice Butler attended The Christian Womens Brunch in Culpeper. Sunday Mrs. Alice Butler visited Joe Gasicwicz a patient in Fairfax Hospital. Happy birthday to Mrs. Ruth Preston on Sunday, Feb. 22 and to Mrs. Merle Scoggin on Monday, Feb. 23. Monday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Charles Clark of Manassas and Mr. and Mrs. Jim McDonald of Haymarket. Don’t forget to keep in mind the Washington Baptist Church Spring Event coming up in April. We are in need of good items. Have a good week! Congratulations to Dodsons Congratulations to Greg Dodson and Denise Hawkins who were married on Valentine’s Day at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church. We wish them the very best. The Rappahannock Hunt Point to Point Races will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28 with the first race beginning at 12 noon. Mark your calendars! Many Sperryville residents attended the Valentine dinner at Rappahannock Elementary School on Saturday evening. Proceeds from the dinner will benefit the Sperryville Rescue Squad. Judy Clark of Washington, Rhonda Almarode of Front Royal and Barbara Wayland I ; By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 $ -■ >> -* ■*? - v *»- > x • - ■* v x losted a baby shower on Saturday at the Wayland tome in honor of Naomi Vilson of Culpeper. Naomi ind her husband Steve are xpecting their first child in darch. / Mr. and Mrs. Lester Deal Deals celebrate 50th Mr. and Mrs. Lester Deal of Sperryville were honored with a surprise 50th wedding anniversary party on Jan. 18 at Old Town Tavern Restaurant in Manassas by their children. The Rev. Robert W. Koons married the couple on Jan. 22, 1948 in Hagerstown, Md. They have eight children, four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. / Don Deal gave the opening innovation, while Joycie Lindsay videoed the festive celebration. On behalf of the family members and to the couple, it was a delightful and inspiring occasion to honor their proud parents with 50 years of great accomplishments. After the dinner, the couple was served wedding cake and presented with traditional 50th wedding anniversary gifts. Among the family and friends attending the celebration were Mr. and Mrs. Don Deal, Michael and Bryan Deal, Joseph Deal, and Pam Deal, all of Culpeper, Nancy and Karen Taylor of Luray, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Lindsay of Brightwood, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Deal of Kernsville, N.C., William Deal of Sperryville, Tony Deal and Liscette Turner of Calverton, and Evelyn Seal of Huntly. Haden family delivers son Christopher Taylor Haden was bom on Jan. 22, 1998 at 7:19 p.m. at Prince William Hospital in Manassas. He weighed seven pounds and 10 ounces and was 21 inches long. He is the son of Christopher Scott Haden and Angela Kay Hix Haden of Charles Town, W.Va. His grandparents are Kenneth and Elaine Hix of Washington and Tom and Ruth Haden of Inwood, W.Va. His great grandparents in Texas are Bill and Verda Morris and Christine Hix and the late J.D. Hix. Great grandparents from West Virginia are Robert Sanders and the late Ruthie Sanders and Mrs. Jeanette Dunivan and the late Cabell Haden. Marriage licenses issued The following marriage licenses were issued at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office during, the past week. Christopher Kevin Hitt, r Amissville and Anna Maria McClung, Amissville. Jesse F. Reynolds, Boston and Rebecca Ann Huggins, Boston. 1 Call the Rappahannock News at 675-3338 with your ideas for stories or photos. Rappahannock County High School Honor Roll 1997-98 Brought to you courtesy of KNB Rappahannock National Bank THIRD ADVISORY All "A" HONOR ROLL Seniors June Faker Christie Woodard Juniors Crystal Mills Elaina Thornhill Sophomores AmanJa Clark Haley C .'lark Rehecai Metcalfe Mary Elaine Morgan Frank Paratore Matthew Wolfe Freshmen Kyle Cash Colin Nichols Christopher Payne Amanda Suns tkilin Tieanor Jennifer Waters Eighth Qradm Liuan Thornhill "A-B" HONOR ROLL Seniors Grace Bailey James Br< >wn Brock Henna risen Julie Jenkins Stephanie Kesrner Tiffany Kevs Nadia Lilith Meme Katy Paratore Albert Payne Stacey Payne Mana Santacoloma Joshua Waddell Melissa Zim Juniors Thomas Baldwin Lucy Burnham Jacob Gray M.iryo Haynes Rohyn Kaye Betsy Mi»ire Shanna Nicholson Claire Schadler Lauren Sharp Emily Sims Jenniter Thomas Adam Updike Amanda Welch Braden Wolfe Sophomores Summer Alexander Sonya Anderson Kyla Andreom Allison Baker Ian Blukmeh Austin Bixittard Amy Buckholtz Jennifer Bywaters Ward L. 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Soccer registration slated On site soccer registration will be held at Rappahannock County Elementary School from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, Feb. 21. You will need to bring a birth certificate and $35 for registration. For additional information call Shannon 987-8412. Band boosters to meet The Rappahannock Band Boosters will meet on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School library. All are welcome. Make-up days determined The Rappahannock County School Board has determined that March 6 and April 3 will be used as make-up days for the Rappahannock County Public Schools. The decision will be made at the March school board meeting, but it is anticipated that April 6 and April 7, will also be used as make-up days. Membership meeting set The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League will be holding it’s annual membership meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library. All are welcome. VFW student contest underway The VFW Post 1150 of Sperryville is sponsoring the annual youth essay competition in which 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students are eligible to enter. Students interested in the program should contact their school guidance counselor, or teachers for additional information and entry forms. They may also call Buck Payne at 987-8303. 4-H Clubs to meet The 4-H Technology Club will meet Thursday, Feb. 19 at the Rappahannock County Extension Office at 7 p.m. This 4-H Club is geared toward children 11 years and older. The 4-H Small Animal Club will meet on Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Rappahannock Extension Office at 2 p.m. for an informative presentation presented by Dr. Joe Garvin, DVM. For more information call the office at 675-3619. Ragged Mountain activities February activities at Ragged Mountain Resource Center located at Oldway Art Center in Sperryville include: Saturday, Feb. 21', Rappahannock Water Monitoring Network meeting, Rappahannock Extension Office on Gay Street in Washington, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, topic, Riparian Buffers. Also on Feb. 21 Trail clearing and maintenance hike, meet at Ragged Mountain Resource Center Office at Oldway Art Center on US 211, West of Sperryville, 1 p.m. until dusk. For these or other upcoming activities call the center at 987-3366. Beekeepers to meet The Northern Piedmont Beekeepers Association will hold its February meeting at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19 at the Culpeper Cooperative Extension Service building at the corner of Davis Street and South West Street, Culpeper. The program will be Billy Davis, Immediate Past President of Loudoun County Beekeepers, speaking on preparations for late winter and early spring. For information contact Ann Harman at 364-4660. Teen party planned Mexican Fiesta party for teens will be held at the Rappahannock High School from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 22. The party is sponsored bv the Fellowship Christian Athletes and Friends to Mom. For more information call 987-9336. Healing Arts activities Rappahannock Healing Arts will sponsor the following activities from Feb. 19-25. Thursday, Feb. 19 yoga at 9:30 a.m. and free bodywork for teens from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 20 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Feb. 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. a three day workshop on Healing Through the Human Energy Field and Reiki 1 with Berta Scholten. The workshop is devoted to self discovery' and self healing. Great health, energy and vitality can result. Come expand your understanding of how health and illness is created in the bodies through the Chakra System. Call 987-7204 for information or pre-registration details. Joyful sounds choir will meet Feb. 22 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Feb. 23, Myths and Facts of Hy pnotherapy with Carol Lucking from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Cost is $10. Call 987-7204 to register. Yoga will also be held at 5 p.m. The Herb Clinic will continue on Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For additional information on these activities or others call 987-7204. Dance at Amissville The Amissville Volunteer Fire Department will sponsor a dance on Saturday, Feh. 21 at the fire hall. Music will be provided by Thunder Road. Proper dress code is required. Movie to be shown RAAC’s movie of the month will be “Washington Square.” to be shown Friday, Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. Set in the 1850’s New' York of Henry' James’ novel, “Washington Square” is the story of Catherine Slope (Jennifer Jason Leigh), a shy and awkward young woman whose mother died in childbirth. Although Catherine dotes on her wealthy father (Albert Finney), Dr. Slope blames his daughter of the loss of his beloved wife. PG. 115 minutes. Workshop planned An Arts and Crafts Workshop for children is being offered by Janet Kerig at Oldway Crafts Village, Sperryville, Saturdays Feb. 21, Feb. 28 and March 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The three week workshop is a multimedia experience including basketry, papermaking, tiedye, medicine wheels, art from nature, beadwork, candlemaking, painting, drawing, storytelling and percussion and dance jams. Emphasis is on creativity. Children bring lunch and drinks. Tuition is $75. Pre-registration is required. To register call 987-8670.

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The TimesCommunity Newspapers will not Accept liability for its failure, for any Cause-, to insert an advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or set-up The Times-Community Ne-wspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services Fill out the coupon below & Mail check/money order made payable to: Times-Community Newspapers Classifieds Department P.O. Box 359 Leesburg, Va 20178 W’e Accept I 1 _ 4 _ 5 . 6 _ 7 _ H T 9 _ 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21_ 22_ 23 _ 24 _ 25. _ 26. _ 27 _ 28 _ 29 _ 30 _ Category #:_ No of wks _ C Card#:_ t.xp Date_ Phone#:_ Name:__ Additional Words Address:. City:. State:. -Z*P It'll Middleburg- In-Town 2 bedroom. 1 bath, washer/ dryer. AC. woodfloors. cable available, ground-level. Pels on approval with security deposit. S700 plus utilities. 540-687 5855. Middleburg - (Bloomfield area) exceptional farmhouse, circa 1870, in pastoral setting. Bloomfield. 3 bedroom. 1 bath, charming kitchen, screened porch. oil baseboard heat, woodstove ready, old glass windows, old pine floors. Sympathetically restored home sits on 10 acres With outstanding view of the Blue Ridge Mountains Loudoun County as it used to be. $1400/month Call 540554-8531 after 5pm Small house on 1/2 acre in village of Flint Hill. Completely renovated 2 bedrooms, bath & 1/2. all appliances. $625/ month 540-675-3901. Sperryviile: Furnished' 2 bedroom with large kitchen Washer/ dryer.dishwasher. woodstove. on 5 acres Private. easy access $650/ month 540-987-1166 Washington, Va: 3 bedroom. 1 bath home on horse facility Electric heat, woodstove, washer/ dryer Stalls available. $700/ month. 540675-3228 Woodville, 2 bedroom. 2 bath. 2-story frame on 5 acres with access to 5-acre lake Available March 1. $1000/ month. Call Jim 937-3368 Washington, Va.: 2 room office space available tor rent Available March 1st Private entrance. $250/ month utilities included Security deposit required Please call 540-675-3316 10 Rentals Wanted Lovettsville, Lucketts, or Purcellville Areas: Young couple seeking house, townhouse or apartment can afford approximately $500 per month inclusive Reliable. dependable trustworthy (703)779-2147 Needed: 3 bedroom house to rent in Rappahannock County for single parent with 2 children. available within 2 months Leave message at 540-987-8412 or 9878225 11 Roommate Roommate wantedMale/ female Washington VA area $375 a month plus 1 month security Great Area 540675-3297 Real Estate TO For Sale Berry Hollow Farm, Syria. 70+ acres, boarders National Park, restorable cottage. 3+ acres lake, frontage, views, reduced to $245,000. Rappahannock County, lovely wooded 18 acre parcel. spring, frontage. $69,900 A Rare Offering! Etlan, 50+ acre, mostly wooded, stream, boarders National Park. 3 bedroom bungalow: $165,000. 51+ acre, wooded, stream, borders National Park $145,000 Rappahannock County, 9 6+ acre. wooded, stream. frontage. $55,000 Call Lisa Dyer Rochelle, 110+ acre, open, wooded, streams $179,900. 74+ acre farm, mostly open, frontage. pole sheds well and Septic S199.900 Call Carl Broyles. 8+ acre, wooded private, stream $43,000 Call Bill Gentry Jefferson Land & Realty. 540-948-5050 Internet Address http://www. |eftersonland.com or E-Mail, jefferson@ns.qemlink com Government Foreclosed Homes From pennies on $1. Delinquent Tax. Repo's. REO's Your area Toll free 1-800-218-9000 Ext. H-6080 for current listings Breathtaking 360 Blueridge views from Rappahannock County house, (arm in Sperryvile. Bear, deer, turkey are your neighbors on 25 acres 100 yards Irom Shenandoah Park Easy commute Pond, large run-in shed 3 bedroom 2 bath rambler built rn 1985 Open tloor plan. New paint, tile, carpet Woodstove Huge deck with hottub. Detached 1000 square loot 2-car garage with large garden/ equipment room Includes 2nd 5 acre building lot Total assessed value $217,000. Looking to save commissions? Priced to sell at $195,000. 540-3642929 Rappahannock County 35 acre orchard, pond, great view/ building site Route 211 near Washington Va 703641-0199 Rappahannock County, over 4000 sq.ft.. 4 bedroom brick rambler. 3-1/2 bath. 3 fireplaces. 17-1/2 acres, mountain views, streams. 50% open $299 900 Owner 540-987-8789. 25 Adoption A caring couple wishes to adopt an infant. We wilt give your baby a loving, happy and secure home Medical and legal expenses paid. Please call Cathy and Mike at 1800-258-3948 A devoted couple seeks to adopt your newborn and start our family. Expenses paid Call Jeanette and Glen at 800494-8895 A Loving Couple Wishes to adopt infant. Happy. secure home with full time Mom Medical and legal expenses paid. 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No experience necessary. For more information send a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Pmnt*tinir Poiiiiiuijur atioita P.O. Bo* 694355, Miami, FI. 33269-1355 Yes You Can ! Profit From America's •1 Pastime Television Get in on the Satellite TV SHomaahoppIng Explosion with The People’s Network Success Magazines *1 Home Based Business Call Now 1-888-553-8501 Happy Birthday Lisa “28” For a very special Lady Don’t Worry Be Happy! Giveaways Dog Female mixed errier spayed good with ;hildren tree to good nome 540- 439-8703 Free Cinder Blocks linch, 8 inch,12 inch. 540-439-0670 Giveaway: Barn homes needed for shy unadoptable cats. All medical provided, all spayed/ neutered. 703-295-0678. GUINEA PIG Lovable lemale with cage seeks a good home. Call 703323-5079 52 Instruction Drivers. New $30,000535,000 Career Over 30 :amers hire our grads! rractor Trailer Training 3 weeks or 8 weekends near Richmond. Financng/Job placement. Shippers Choice of VA, Inc. 1-800-646-2374. Miscellaneous For Sale Wedding Invitations, accessories, social, pommercial printing; pards, labels, raffle tickets, register forms, rubber stamps. Sarah Latham Quality Printing, Amissville. 540-9374410. Wolff Tanning Beds. Tan at Home. Buy Direct and Save! Commercial/ Home units from $199.00. Low Monthly Payments. Free Color Catalog. Call Today! 1-800-711-0158. Free Cash Grants! College. Scholarships. Business Medical bills. Never Repa,. Toll Free 1-800-218-9000 Ext. G- 6080 Services Home Improvement EARLY’S CARPET, INC. Th*Or*SBeSh«sbr ocrtm Hon Onowng Sane* rkx> Cwannp - Mndm Irwtrww WSnw • Sk> Cons t U|Mwt WmMWSWSO——bW m.m wwh^is mm J Chevrolet 1968 Camaro SS 327, Engine 300 horsepower, matching numbers, new everything. mint condition, beautiful car must see. •eadloe 59.500 00/1 after or I 1623. Ford 1975 Maverick. Ford 1976 Grenada and Ford 1971 Torino. $4,000 Buys them a*. Cal: (540)675-1587. Ford 1991 Escort wagon. 4-door, excellent interior/ exterior, 1 owner, $2900. Amtsev«e 9375180. Honda 1985 CRX. 5 spd., Sport bra. Sunroof, 150k miles, runs great, needs minor work, $1000. Call 737-3181. Honda, 1987 Prelude SI, loaded, 125,000 miles, new tires/ accessory belts/ timing belt/ waterpump, great for Highschool student. $4,000. 540-554-2347. Nissan 1987 Sentra: 4 door, automatic, air, 1 owner, new battery and front breaks, very dependable. very clean, $2,600. (540)439-4091. Saturn 1996 SL1 - for sale by owner 35K miles, green, loaded with amenities. Asking $10,995.00. Contact Kevin at (540) 338-6473. Seijted Cars from $175 » Porsches. Cadillacs, Chevys, BMW's, Corvettes. Also Jeeps, 4WD's. Your area. Toll Free 1-800-218-9000 Ext. A-6080 for current listings. 85 Thicks Chevrolet 1983 Blazer 4X4, 5 Liter, 4-speed manual, heavy duty cooling package, towing package. Warn Wench, great condition, runs well, all maintenance records. 130K highway miles Inspected 98. $3,950.00. 540-9873125.__ Ford 1995 Bronco XLT, 4WD, 350 V-8, 65,000 miles, metallic deep green and opal two tone. Mint condition, new tires, rebuilt transmission, rebuilt hubs, loaded 540675-1190 Asking $19,500.00 87 Vans Plymouth 1989 Voyager Am/Fm, ac, runs great, looks good inside and out. $3000 OBO 703430-8878 After 6:00 or leave message Parts & Accessories SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts tor cars S trucks Some new parts Motors, transmissions & pans Installed (if purchased here) Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. We Buy & Sell running cars and trucks Open Mon -Sat 9-5 • Closed Slav Located Rt 229, 5 miles past Culpeper High School 895-2571 Les,al IVI Notices TRUSTEE'S SALE OF 10 Locust Lans Spsrryville, VA In execution of deed of trust from Thomas Leo Kindall and Harriett F. Racer Kindall, dated January 27, 1997, recorded in the Clerks Office, Circuit Court, County Of Rappahannock. Virginia in Deed Book 223, page 451, and re-recorded in Deed Book 229, page 550, securing a loan which Was originally $80,706.41, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction property described as: That lot in Rappahannock County, Virginia, being on the East Side or State Secondary Route 600, containing 1.0 acre, more or less. Less and Except that parcel containing 24,000 square feet, conveyed by deed, recorded in Deed Book 93, at page 1 in the aforesaid Clerk's Office. Safe is subject to any prior liens, easements, restrictions and conditions of record. Said public auction to be held in front of the building housing the Circuit Court for the County of Rappahannock. Virginia, on Gay Street in Washington, Virginia, on February 26, 1998 at 10:15 a.m. Terms: Cash. Bidder’s deposit of $5,000.00 IN CASH OR CASHIER'S OR CERTIFIED CHECK will be required at the time and place of sale, with balance of sale price to be paid in 14 days. This communication is from a debt collector. Winfrey T. Wade, P.L.C., Substitute Trustee. FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: (Wanda) Winfrey T Wade. P L.C. Thompson, Smithers, Newman & Wade 5911 West Broad Street Richmond, VA 23230 Phone - (804) 288-4007 2-11,2-18-98 * *90483 ANNOUNCEMENT qe_ sale. qe. surplus VEHICLES - FEBRUARY 18. 1998 For sale by sealed bid, per vehicle. Bids are due not later an 4:30 P.M., March 5, 1998 at 15361 Bradford Road, P.O. Box 1568, Culpepper, VA 22701. Bids may be mailed Attention: Procurement Department or dropped off in person during business hours. All bids should be submitted in a sealed envelope marked "Surplus Vehicle Bid". Bids for more than one vehicle may be submitted in one envelope. The Board reserves the right to refuse any or all bids. All vehicles will be sold as. is* Vehicles must be removed from RRCSB properly within one week of notification to the successful bidder. These vehicles may be examined between 9:00 A.M and 4:00 P.M., Monday - Friday at 710 U S. Avenue or 15361 Bradford Road, Culpepper. Maintenance records are available for inspection on each vehicle at 15361 Bradford Road. Culpepper Va. (540- 825-3100, Extention 3143) Veh • Year/Make 1 1988 Dodge 15 Pass. Van 2 1988 Dodge 15 Pass. Van 3 1988 Dodge 15 Pass. Van Mileage Condition 125921 Needs repair 149223 Needs repair 112695 Needs repair Needs repair Needs repair 29 1983 Chevrolet 92418 Body on Chasis Style Van 38 1982 GMC Truck 165961 •92148 2-19-98 *‘ Govt.-Postal Jobs ** VA and other areas For info/application 818-506-5354 Ext. 8019 Aircraft Mechanics and Inspectors-Currentty accepting resumes tor A4P mechanics (or our BE-90 overhaul program. Strong need for Sheet Metal and Avionics specialists. Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Send resume with cover tetter to: K & K Aircraft. Inc., P.O. Box 7. Bridgewater. VA 22812. ATW, Inc. AH Teems. AH East-West AH HoodCondos. trip average 3,800 miles, lop pay package 1-800-9486723 ATW, Inc. Owner-Operator Teams AH East/West Earn Director of Facilities Hospital Management. Williamsburg Community Hospital is seeking a director of facilities experienced in hospital management. This position requires a bachelor of science in mechanical, electrical or other engineering. A master of business administration or engineering is preferred. Hospital experience is required. The successful candidate will be responsible for plant engineering, biomedical services, environmental services, safety and security. Responsibilities will also include facilities development and coordination of construction and property management. As a member of the hospital's leadership team, this person win have the opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing, dynamic organization. Williamsburg Community Hospital offers a competitive salary and benefits package Please forward resume la: Human Resources, Williamsburg Community Hospital. 301 MonbceNo Avenue Box 8700, Williamsburg. VA 231878700, Fax# (757) 2596358 EOF Q4 Help W I Wanted Driver OTR can't rest and relax with your family because of money worries? Call Covenant Transport $1,000 signon bonus for experienced drivers. Experienced drivers and owner operators call 1 -800441-4394. Graduate students call 1-800-3386428. Driver-Start up to $.32/mile plus bonuses with USA Truck! Latemodel, assigned conventionals with satellite communications. 10,000 mile/month average. Weekly pay. 1-800-2374642. EOE M/F/H/V. DRIVERS DUMP TRUCK Manassas based trucking & excavation co has positions available for experienced tandem & tri axle dump truck drivers. Must have good driving record, current D OT physical card, good work habits, and be available fulltime including Saturdays. We offer all hourly pay (No tonnage or “by the load" jobs) 401k retirement plan, dental insurance, hospitalization, eye care, daily incentive pay, guaranteed weekly pay check, modem equipment, plenty of work. EOE. Phone Norman @ 703-335-2255 for more info Drivers-tt's no secret we keep getting better! We otter great pay, home most weekends and excellent benefits. Come grow with Harris Trucking Co. 1-800-9295003. Drivers-OTR Advance your flatbed career with A D S ! Phone applications approved in two hours! $1,000 sign-on bonus and more! Call today! 1-800-646-3438 Ext. 1015 Owner Operators welcome! Drivers...Earn up to 34.5 cpm. Dry van and flatbed. All conventional fleet. No slip seating. Great miles. Anderson Trucking Service. 800241-8787 Drivers...Swift Transportation Experienced and inexperienced drivers wanted! Low cost CDL training available! Great pay and benefits, |ob stability, home often, consistent miles 1-800347-4698 (eoe-m/f) urivers/contractorsmost solos average $700 plus/week. Most teams average $1270 plus/week. Contractors start at 80 cents/mile, paid DAILY tor all miles. School graduates welcome. KLLM 800-9255556. Drivers: Company drivers/owner ops $500$1000 Sign on bonus! Van, ilatbed, dedicated singles or teams. No expenence? No problem. Training available! Builders Transport. 1-888-2JOIN-BT. Estimators/Project Manager* needed lor Commercial Drywall, Metal Stud, Stucco and Acoustical Contractor Positions available in NC (Charlotte; Raleigh, Hickory: Asheville) and Greenville, SC office Competitive salary, bonus plan, benefits. Resume to: Dry-Wall Carolinas, Inc PO Box 669288, Charlotte, NC 28266, or Fax 704-3942836 Attn: Tom Stevens LABORER D ft T Enterprises needs laborer No experience necessary, will train Transportation provided from office to job site. 540-675-2632 i

Employment Nationwide Employment. Make from $1,500-$4,000 monthly by working at your location. More than 200 work opportunities are available. Listing. Please visit our website at http://www.homemployment.com. POPTEL is expanding into Virginia. Need reps, to place pre-paid phone cards on consignment only. Bonuses arKf longterm residual income. Call Hal: 800-468-7882. SURVEYOR Local Surveying limn needs rod and chain man; instrument man. 703-361-7718 Sales-Advertising. Eure Communications is seeking top salespeople ‘or our Tidewater & Charlottesville operations looking to improve their current employment situation. If you have a winning track record, are intensely competitive highly motivated and pnde yourself on your ability to positively influence others, you may be the person we are seeking. We are an aggressive, performanceoriented firm dedicated to setting and achieving high standards. If you thrive on challenge, are committed to hard work and want to be paid on performance, send your resume to Eure Communications, 1140 Rose Hill Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903, or fax to 804977-0747. EOE. WANT YOUR PHONE TO RING? ADVERTISE IN TODAY’S CLASSIFIED Tell it all — tell it well, through an ad in the classifieds! You’ll hear the results immediately! A Company Who Cares About You Did you ever wonder what it would be like to work for one? We care enough to offer: •Appointment Generation Programs •Company Training •401K Retirement Plan •$40,000+ Income •Weekly Bonus Plan •Advancement Opportunities We need qualified, professional in appearance, ladies and gentlemen immediately. No experience necessary. You Owe It To Yourself and Your Family To Find Out More. This Could be the Last Ad Call You Ever Make! For An Interview HILLCREST MEMORY GARDENS 4160 Rixeyville Rd. Jeffersonton, VA 22724 Phone: 540-937-5251 FAX: 540-937-7239 Attn: Patricia Mills PRINTING Piedmont Press & graphics, the area's commercial printing leader, has several positions currently available. * Press operator for a one or two color AB Dick press and Itek 3985. Highly skilled and experienced only. Great opportunity to learn 4/C and advance to larger machines. * Bindery Person to operate Baum folder and programmable cutter. Must have at least two years experience in machine bindery operations. * Pre-press person to shoot & strip film, make plates & color proofs. Must be experienced. Full and part time positions available at our Warrenton facility. Full time benefits include vacation, medical and 401k plan. Please apply in person or by mail at Piedmont Press & Graphics, 30 Second Street, Warrenton, VA 20186; by fax at 540-347-9335; via e-mail to: ppg© piedmontpress.com. PRINTING Piedmont Press & Graphics is seeking experienced bindery personnel in our Warrenton plant. Cutting & Folding experience a must. Full-time, part-time, temporary and permanent positions available. Apply in person at 30 South Second St. Warrenton or call 540-3474466. Serious Sates Pros. Work directly for the processor!!! Lvnk Systems, a national ATM, Credit & Debit Card Processor is seeking, highly motivated, cold calling, account exec’s to sell directly to Merchants. Commissions paid wkly. Terminals ($500-$800 plus average comm.) ATM’s ($1,000 plus average comm.) up to $600 for reprograms. $40K$100K plus annually. 100% lease approvals. Medical, Dental, Life, 401K. Transaction Residual Income. Explosive growth industry. Must be prepared to begin IMMEDIATELY! Lynk Systems: (804) 236-2366 Fax: (804) 236-2373. ADVERTISING REP Seeking energetic, outgoing Sales person with “can do" attitude to join growing Northern VA newspaper company. Lucrative Fairfax County territory available. Minimum 2 years experience preferred. Opportunity includes, great earning potential & competitive benefits package. Principals only. Fax resume & salary requirements in confidence to: L. Schilling (703) 435-9754 EOE (Times Community Newspapers] Northern Virginia BLUERIDGE TECHNOLOGIES Blueridge Technologies, a leading provider of cross-platform document management systems for Macintosh and Windows-hased computers, seeks talented people for the following positions: 1 SYSTEMS ENGINEER: Knowledge of the UNIX operating system, and setting and configuring hardware. Has had exposure to Structures Query Language (SQL), and familiar with at least one commercial RDBMS product (Informix, Sybase, or Oracle). Knowledge of Windows or Macintosh workstations, and a willingness to leam the other platform. Responsible for major account technical support and testing of the software product line. Performs system installations including: configuring server systems, loading software, configuring software, and providing systems administration and end-user training. 1 WINDOWS SOFTWARE ENGINEER; Product Software Development Position. Should he proficient in C++ programming (MFC/Vlsual C+ + preferred) with the Windows 95/NT GUI; Ole automation or document management experience a plus. 1 SENIOR PROGRAMMER ANALYST; Performs software development for software Server product, including database development for software Server product, including database development and program interface, and general UNIX and C language development. Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, including: C programming, database design, administration and programming; BS in computer science, math, or related technical field a plus. 1 ADMIN ASSISTANT: This person will act as a primary point of contact for initial sales and marketing inquiries. This position requires an intermediate level understanding of Macintosh or Windows-based personal computers A familiarity with Microsoft Word and Filemaker Pro programs is a plus. The qualified candidate will possess the ability to speak in a clear and professional manner to prospective customers and a willingness to leam the basic functionalities of our company's software product. Successful candidates will work out of our Virginia office* in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Interested candidates should send their resume and salary requirements to: BLUERIDGE TECHNOLOGIES Attn: Human Resources 664 H Zachary Taylor HighwayFlint Hill, Virginia 22627 J. Fax (540) 675-3130 or via email to: barbara@blueridge.com BJ WAREHOUSE Dominion Saddlery in Chantilly, VA is looking for an energetic, honest hard working individual to assist with general shipping, receiving, and stocking duties. Good hours and salary. Call 703-327-4423 , or come in to apply at 43717 John Mosby Hwy. Ask for Jim. Property Inspectors needed for service company for Virginia territory. Must have car, camera and fax. Set your own hours. Call 1888-267-9942 ext. 7959. ROOFERS and LABORERS Wanted for company that specializes in standing seam metal roofs. Drivers license a must. No experience necessary. Call (540) 937-4386 .. ■■■ Too Late to Classify Plymouth 1989 Voyager Am/Fm, ac, runs great, looks good inside and out. $3000 OBO 703430-8878 After 6:00 or leave message. Pot belly pig, Microwave, 2 tv's (black & white), chest of drawers. 540-439-2734, PAINTERS WANTED Minimum 10 years experience. Call 540-349-8125 CIRCULATION ASSISTANT 20 hours per week, flexible. Data entry skills required. Please contact: Ron Sauer Circulation Manager Times Community Newspapers 1760 Reston Parkway Reston, VA 20190 (703) 437-5400 Innkeeper’s Assistant PT, for elegant, top-rated bed & breakfast inn where gracious Southern hospitality comes first. Anility to perform a range of duties in a professional manner - from shining silver and arranging flowers to taking phone reservations, greeting and escorting guests and serving tea. Also: must be capable of carrying luggage, helping to prepare and serve breakfast, assisting with housekeeping and caring for pets. Weekends a must. Send resumes to: MIDDLETON INN P.O. Box 254, Washington, VA 22747 or call 540 675-2020 PAGINATOR Award-winning group of community newspapers seeks entry-level paginator to be part of a team. Knowledge of QuarkXpress essential. Some newspaper and copyediting experience preferred. Will train. Send resume to: Janet Rems Times Community Newspapers* 1760 Reston Parkway Reston, VA 20190 Fax: (703) 437-6019 E-mail: nvtimes@aol.com CLINICIAN II #8058-04 FT in Culpeper. Provide in-home, crisis oriented counseling to families with children at risk of out-of-home placement. MS required. License eligible. $26,793-28,440. MEALS SITE COORDINATOR #8071-02 12 hrs/wk. (Mon., Wed., Fri. 10:30-2:30) Plan activities at senior nutrition site in Rappahannock. Human services exp. preferred. Knowledge of food service. $8.60/hr. SECRETARY II, #8066-03 FT in Fauquier. Knowledge of insurance billing, office procedures, computer operation/word processing. $7.84-$8.32/hr. Apply with fully completed RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, 2/27/98 to: Human Resources RRCSB, PO Box 1568, Culpeper, Virginia 22701, (540)825-3100 EEO/AA CARPENTERS Wanted for concrete hi-rise construction. Excellent pay, plus benefits- health, dental, life, vision, 401K & Profit sharing. Apply in person at one of the following jobsites: 1676 International Dr., McLean , VA 12011 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston.VA 44900 Prentice Dr., Sterling, VA 2525 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Wash. DC 1320 North Veitch St., Arlington, VA 5630 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, MD 4245 North Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA EOE Madison County Parks & Recreation POSITIONS AVAILABLE Thr Mudison County Parks & Recreation Authority will arrr|>t appliration for thr following purt-lime seasonal positions through Friday Marrh 6. 1998 at 4:30 PM. Position descriptions and ratrs of hourly pay arr availaldr upon rrijurst. For additional information contact thr Madison County Parks & Recreation office at (540)948-6887. EEO/AA Employer SWIMMING POOL SUPERVISOR: Numlier of |M,Mt.ons: (1) A,pliranl must lie at least 21 years of age, knowledge of the ofteration of an outdoor swimming p<M>l. apphcantshould hold proper certiTications (Lifeguard trauiing, first aid, & water safety instructor certification). Applicants must attach a copy of the certifications to the application. SENIOR LIFEGUARD: Numlier of positions: (1) Must he at least 18 years of age, thr senior lifeguard will serve in the absence of thr |MM>I su|»erviaor. A copy of all lifeguard certifications must lie attached to thr application. LIFEGUARD: Nundter of positions: (3) Applicant must lie at least 16 years of age with a drivers license. Applicants must attach a copy of the projier lifeguard certifications In the application. Peytons awarded King, Queen tide Mr. and Mrs. Jim Peyton were honored on Sunday when they were crowned “King and Queen” at the Valentine program held on Sunday at Black Oak Regular Baptist Church. For lunch the Peytons dined at Golden Corral in Culpeper and were joined by daughter Penny and son Kindal. Also attending were Mrs. Jeff Peyton and daughter Kamry of Madison, John Baker of Griffinsburg and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville. The Peytons have recently moved back to Boston, after several years of residency in Culpeper. This Friday, Feb. 20 the Singing and Pickin party will take place at Salem Fire Hall beginning at 7 p.m. As always food will be available by the department. Admission is free and you can call 825-0781 for any information. Belated birthday wishes go out to Bill Peregory who added another year last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Shelvy Frazier had as Monday luncheon guest, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Burke of Rochelle. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and children hosted a party Sunday to honor Ray Wharton on his 35th birthday. Those attending the party were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wharton of Woodville, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg, Kellie, Karla, Matthew and Mark of Culpeper, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer, Mr. and Mrs. Shelvy Frazier, Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Heflin, Michael, Crystal and Jacob, and Mr. and Mrs. Jake Roberson and Timmy, all local. Castleton Fire Department held a Valentine Day breakfast at the fire hall on Sunday morning with a goodly number in attendance. Our prayers are with Mrs. Verna Frazier a surgical patient in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Miss Amanda Sims was a weekend guest of her grandmother Mrs. Hazel Hawkins. Mr. and Mrs. William Ward are the proud parents of a son, born on Jan. 29 in Fauquier Hospital. Just as proud are the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C.L. Weaver. Birthday greetings go out to Miss Bethany Tharp who celebrates her day on Saturday and to my nephew, James Frazier whose day is Friday. Family members in our area and others are extending our sympathy upon the passing of Mr. John Woodward of Hedgeville, W. Va. who passed away on Friday and was laid to rest in Hillcrest Memory Gardens on Monday. Mr. John Willett, area insurance agent, was selected to appear in the Friend and Neighbor column last week. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 20 and 21 the Windmore Foundation here in Griffinsburg will present the musical comedy, Nunsense at the Culpeper High School, beginning at 8 p.m. Call 5472555 for more information. Monday evening guests of Mrs. Janet Peregory and children were Ray Wharton and Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and family. Several from our area attended the Sperryville Rescue Squad dinner at Rappahannock Elementary School Saturday evening. Woodville news notes The following news should have appeared in the Feb. 4 issue. We regret any inconvenience. Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Johnson attended a Bike Virginia meeting in Richmond on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cline and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Grizzle of Fredericksburg were Friday evening dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Emory Conners. Curtis Crawford and daughter Katherine of Flint Hill, Ray Crawford and children Charles Ray and Elizabeth of Sperryville and Mrs. Lillian Sykes of Culpeper were guests of Mrs. Audra Crawford on Sunday. Mrs. Lou Good of Stanley was a Saturday guest of Misty Hitt and Mrs. June Clark. The following news was from this past weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls had dinner at Brookside in Luray on Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest spent several days in By JUNE CLARK 9874027 - L Burlington, N.C. last week returning home on Saturday. Curtis Crawford and Katherine of Flint Hill and Mrs. James Sykes of Culpeper visited their mother and grandmother Mrs. Audra Crawford during the week. Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls, Samantha and Robert were luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Clark in Washington on Sunday. The W.M.U. of Woodville Baptist Church visited Autumn Care in Madison on Tuesday afternoon. Methodist women met The United Methodist Women met at the home of Shelby Welch on Monday. Those present were Candy Lamma, Alice Pullen, Mabel Liliard, Artis East, Gaynelle Russell, Mary Curtis and Mary Frances Bywaters. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have worship service on Sunday, Feb. 22 at 11:15 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Madalene Herndon of Manassas visited with her mother Frances Hudson on Monday. Charles and Ellen Brady of Warrenton visited Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Crane on Saturday. A speedy recovery to all those on the sick list. 7 IBy POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 ■ Rev. Norman J. Flythe of North Carolina, former Methodist pastor, and his daughter Mary Flythe of Springfield attended worship services at the Willis Chapel United Methodist Church on Sunday and were later guests of Mrs. Mabel Lillard. Classes offered at Oldway Figure Sculpture in clay, four week session, meets Wednesdays 6 to 9 p.m., starts Feb. 18. Call 987-8718 for details or questions, and registration. Beginners fusing class, no experience necessary to make fused tiles or jewelry pieces Saturday, Feb. 28 1-4 p.m., one day class $45. Advanced Stained glass class, six week session, meets Mondays starting Feb. 23, 7-9 p.m., cost $95. For more information call 987-8615.

Obituaries Daisy Cox Homemaker Daisy Nichols Cox, 83, of Culpeper, died on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at her residence. She was born in Rappahannock County on June 13, 1914. She was a homemaker. Her parents were the late Ernest Nichols and Alice Jenkins Nichols. Her husband was the late Emmitt Cox. Survivors include two sons Douglas Kemper Hawkins of Culpeper and Charles William Hawkins and his wife Catherine of Culpeper; one daughter Mary Frances Curtis and her husband Roger of Culpeper; two brothers Robert Nichols of Front Royal and Maury Nichols of Luray and five sisters Jane Thomas of Pawley’s Island, S.C., Ann Collins of Hampton, Bertha Kozyck of Forrest Hill, Md., Betty Rice of Roanoke and Helen Leake of Culpeper. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Scott and Pam Curtis, Joy Curtis Holt, Winnie Williams and Joan Hawkins and three greatgrandchildren, Taylor Holt, Aubri Curtis and Justin May mi. Funeral services were held on Sunday, Feb. 15 at the Clore-Geest Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. John S. Farrar officiating. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Culpeper County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 731, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Clore-Geest Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Lyle Grigsby Retired farmer Lyle Russell Grigsby, 79, of Haywood in Madison County died on Saturday, Feb. 14 at his residence. Born June 1, 1918 in Rappahannock County, he was the son of the late John and Mary Jenkins Grigsby. He was a retired farmer from the Gilnock Farm in Madison. He is survived by his wife Lillie Campbell Grigsby of Haywood; two foster sons Joe E. Campbell and John R. Campbell, both of Haywood; one brother Willie B. Grigsby of Orange and a number of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother Henry Grigsby and a sister Elizabeth Wharton. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison with the Rev. ^l/Vozdi by Randy Minter PONDERING OUR EXISTENCE It is not often that people ponder their existence, but those who are witness to either birth or death may well wonder at our relation to the universe. Is the universe, to the extent that we are able to perceive it, really only the size of a pinhead in some other reality beyond our knowledge? What is our role? These questions and others were the subject of Olive Schreiner musings when she wrote, "This thing that we call existence; is it not something which has its roots far down below in the dark, and its branches stretching out in the immensity above, which we among the branches cannot see? Not a chance jumble, a living thing, a One. The thought gives us intense satisfaction, we cannot tell why." Sometimes at a time of loss, especially a loss that seems unfathomable or unjust, we need to fall into the arms of the unknown and let mystery surround us with its comfort. When we resist, we increase our unhappiness, even though our resistance is certainly most human. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, you’ll find we care about our clients. For answers to your questions, call us at 347-3431. "Every existing thing is equally upheld in its existence by God's creative love" ' -v- - - Simone Weil Brian Wagner and the Rev. Clyde Woodward officiating. Interment was in the Etlan Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Madison County Rescue Squad, RO. Box 868, Madison, Va. 22727. John Woodward School custodian John A. Woodward, 83, of Hedgesville, W.Va. died Friday, Feb. 13 in the City Hospital. Born Dec. 19, 1914 in Rappahannock County, he was the son of the late Booten J. and Alberta Sisk Woodward. He was a retired dairy farmer and was retired from Berkeley County Schools, a former custodian at Martinsburg High School. He was a member of Full Gospel Pentecostal Church at Four Mile Woods. He is survived by his wife Mary Jenkins Woodward; two sons Rosser Jenkins of Chiefland, Fla. and Clarence William Jenkins of Gainesville, Fla.; four' daughters and their husbands Doris W. and David Eisel of Broad Run, Daisy and Walter Huff of Martinsburg, W.Va., Susie and David Coffey and Alice and Kenneth Deal, all of Boston; 11 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and one sister Viola Haines of Amissville. Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 16 at Full Gospel Church at Four Mile Woods with Rev. Raymond E. Jones. Additional services were also held Monday, Feb. 16 at Maranatha Baptist Church in Amissville with Rev. Clyde R. Woodard officiating. Burial was in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Jeffersonton. Brown Funeral Home in Martinsburg, W.Va. was in charge of the arrangements. Calling 1988 RCHS class members The Rappahannock County High School class of 1988 is planning its 10 year reunion! The organizers of the reunion need addresses and/or phone numbers so everyone can be notified of this gala event. Anyone related to or knowing of the whereabouts of any member of the class of 1988, contact Leslie Nichols at 6752839 or at P.O. Box 62, Washington, Va. 22747. Sayingfarewell BY WAYNE F. BALDWIN Rappahannock News Contributing Writer And it came to pass, as her soul was in departing, (for she died)...Genesis Chapter 35, verse 18. I like to think that the Lord saw reason for me to be with my dear cousin during this time. Praying that God would not let her suffer any longer, singing a couple of hymns and telling her how much I had appreciated having known her. Thanking God for her and her long life, wonderful memory and the precious moments we’d shared. Eliza Maude Baldwin Woodward, aged 93 years, four months, one day, departed this life on Jan. 19, 1998. Born in September 1904 to her parents, Marshall Denton and Mary Frances Shotwell Baldwin. She spent most of her first ten years living in Rappahannock with her grandparents, Samuel Jackson and Eliza Jane Dwyer Baldwin. It was during this period that she became acquainted with her great grandparents also. Therefore, passing on to me valuable information of historical significance only to our family. Such wonderful items as the size of her great grandmother’s shoe. Her grandfather, Samuel Baldwin and my great great grandfather George Robert Baldwin, being brothers. From her also came the story of George Baldwin always carrying a sack or bag whenever he went somewhere. In that bag he would have, something to eat, and usually it would be some biscuits and onions. She had heard him say, “the only thing good about an onion was another onion.” Having personally known her for nearly 25 years, I was witness to her faith in God. By the many tragedies that occurred in her life she always looked to God for her strength. Three of her children preceded her in death and she wept, wondering why she was left here. On several occasions especially Sunday afternoons, I’d sit at dinner with her and other family. Usually we shared the latest news, keeping each other informed of our families’ whereabouts and welfare, who married whom or Mrs. Eliza Woodward who died. Seems death was always the last or closing subject, such as it is with this article, a closing chapter in the book of life. To aggrandize her is not my aim. This only is my final tribute to her. That God blesses us while he/e on earth in many ways; one of these ways, I believe is knowing persons whose faith in God, whose walks in life, are witnesses of His great love. The day of her passing it was snowing. I will ever remember that. What a beautiful day to depart. Uncomparable, however, with the beauties of Heaven she ascended to. 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Photo by Douglas Lees RACING AHEAD: The spring steeplechasing schedule includes a season full of racing action concentrated in Northern Virginia. Point-to-point events, such as this one from Piedmont near Upperville, open the calendar, with rich sanctioned competition starting up in April. Table of Contents Getting into the spring steeplechase season intruduction.. Walking to the beat of a different drummer, ’cha&ers pursue new careers .^4 Rider-writer agrees to a Georgetown patrol.. 5 Trio of American ’chasers eye English prizes..0 Colonial Downs to open turf course for jumping sport.. 7 Photo essay studies closeness within the steeplechase game, photo finish styie *8 Finding your way - map and calendar... 10 Pony racing junior riders make their mark on sport....11 Hunter pace tests inate inner clock ......... 14 Saluter’s excellent English adventure recalled .......15 Dr. Snyder named MOF chairman .....*!!'!!'!!. 16 The agony and ecstacy of steeplechasing, in verse - with visuals. ^ 23 r— - ■■ ..—— _ Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA General Manager: John Ibler Editor: Betsy Branscome Special Writer: Sarah Libbey Greenhalgh Art Director: Dana Thompson Advertising Manager: Kathleen Keller Advertising Representatives: Pat Gardiner, Michael Moorhead, Pam Symington Production: Larry Walters and Christina Berben Cover Photo: Betsy Branscome Call: 347-4222 - > — Fax:349-8676 E-mail: ftdeditor@crosslink.net Write: Fauquier Times-Democrat, P.O. Box 631, Warrenton Va 20188 ..mn. - Mv?i^g.,<( (IM ? f H -»'> I i - t . The Oasis Brut, aRated Top Ten Champagnes & Sparkling Wines in the World” -- Wine Enthusiast THE OASIS WINERY Hume, Virginia Tours & Tastings Year-Round Daily • Gourmet Food • Gift Shop • Cigar Lounge V x-R.*... • Weddings, Receptions, Rehearsal Dinners 4f • Private Parties , - * * • Corporate Retreats • Family Reunions '‘International Award Winning Wines & Sparkling Wines* 1-800-304-7656 www.oasiswinc.com America Online, keyword: Ossi; Wiqc i J r- nr . —

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’Chasers advance second careers walking police beat Many cops choose thoroughbreds By Sarah Greenhalgh , Times Community Newspapers Special Writer Once they entertained thousands with their speed and beauty over fences and on the flat; now they work as members of the United State Park Police. These former racehorses are serving and protecting the very civilians they used to thrill with their skills. Retired from racing, horses donated to the program based in Washington, D.C. get a new lease on life by becoming a property of the U.S. government. Since the 1930s not one horse has been bought for the USPP — all are donations from owners. Ninety percent of horses given to the program are thoroughbreds, and most formerly competed on the track. Unable to race any more, some are donated because of the choice tax write-off, or because the owners wish to see their still-usable horses go to a good home. When a horse is accepted into the mounted police program, he is issued a “property number.” The number ensures the horse will never be sold for See POUCE, Page 5 limes Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Branscome SKILLFUL: Kinross Farm’s I Lead The Band, shown here at Montpelier in ’95, is equally good at his job with the Park Police. Photo by Sarah GreenhaJgh IMPOSING FORCE: Ftw\ to back,**chasers Current Force, Heart of Oak, Woodmist and I Lead Jltf Pte frrpugh downtown Georgetown We'll Jum Over Hur For You. 40 Years Combined Award Winning Experience $225 Million Sold or Leased The ANSWER for Your Needs in New Homes, Residential, Land and Commercial! pARDOL -<^FjNI PROPIRT|grahaM PARDOE REAl ESTATE GROUP 703 East Market Street • Leesburg, Virginia 20175 it (703) 779-3580 0 Exclusive Affiliate of Sotheby’s International Realty wwYv.pcirdoe.com G 7> LJQQlEuCS. & S Wl^ point-to-point -RACESSunday, March 22,1998 First Race -12 Noon -<=>Montpelier Race Course Montpelier Station, Virginia —*— <=>General Admission: $5.00 Reserved Parking Available c Mule and Pony Races! for more information, call 304-980-9926 - _No Dogs Please * **,

Police From Page 4 any laboratory ~ businesses. Indeed, once a horse becomes part of the government, he is insured a very good life. Even after retirement from service with the park police, the working horses are donated again into approved, wellestablished loving homes. And besides that, for the time they are police horses, they are some seriously pampered beasts. When walking the beat, a mounted policeman’s horse is automatically a tourist attraction. Visitors to the district adore the uniformed officers, and especially their mounts. Tourists fight amongst themselves for a chance to stand for a picture with the mounted policemen. Hard work, easy living Both mounted officers and the USPP grooms coddle the thoroughbred charges. These are horses who have traded in their racing plates for borium and steel. They clip-clop through some of the most prestigious neighborhoods, walk the best-known roads, and frequent internationally mapped parks in the nation’s capitol. The horses are well-fed, studiously groomed and turned out with special saddle cloths, matching bridles (mostly bit and bridoon models) and Stubben saddles. The mounted officers escort dignitaries, and the carefully-trained horses are sometimes ridden by members of the Secret Service and visiting governors. Horse and rider teams are charged to protect civilians at demonstrations and parades downtown. They also act as the equine version of “Neighborhood Watch” in rough areas and parks. The mounted police also take part in funeral processions for dignitaries and other national figures in the district and all over the U.S. Mounted officers say people on the street, tourists or native residents alike, are twice as likely to approach an officer on horseback than one mounted on a motorbike or perched in a cruiser to ask directions or report something suspicious. The most obvious reason the mounted patrol remains in use is that horses can go where cars and motorbikes fear to tread. See POLICE, Page 19 Writing, riding join for ‘a walk in the park’ with police officers There I was. Late and a little frazzled as I pulled into the Rock Creek Park division of the U.S. Park Police mounted unit’s stable. Not a good way to start an interview with cops, I thought, as I parked my Jeep, after unwinding from being hopelessly lost on Rock Creek Parkway. I had almost been totaled by an errant Metro bus just a few minutes earlier. I was breathless, and it wasn’t from anticipation. For some reason, even though I have lived most of my life just a few miles from Washington, D.C. I have never gotten the swing of the Rock Creek parkway. I usually end up in Adams Morgan or Virginia. Tbday I’d “toured” what was the Watergate buildings trying to get just a few blocks down to the stable. I introduced myself to the uniformed police, wait ing in their breeches and boots. They all seemed to already know me as “that reporter girl”, and we presently proceeded with the interview. The officers initially asked me if I wouldn’t rather follow them along on their “beat.” My hopes fell, thinking the last thing I wanted to do is get on that road again. They quickly corrected me: “No, we mean, would you See WILD RIDE, Page 20 SIT TIGHT, JOCK: Riding reporter Sarah Greenhalgh, center, remembered On Qui’s Middleburg Bowl speed when she mounted up to follow Bill Good, right, and Ralph Pfister. FAST TO THE FINISH... i Horsemans Edge Track! HIGH PALATABILITY - A high fat sweet feed with processed molasses. CONTAINS ATHLETE - A Purina feed additive to provide energy reserves... Better overall stamina, fitness, as well as hair coat, skin, and hoof condition. WITH BEET PULP - A good source of highly digestible fiber. HIGHLY FORTIFIED - High vitamin and mineral levels with added iron, Thiamine, and vitamin E. Get it delivered along with hay, bedding, other Purina Horse Chows, PMI Pet Foods, stable hardware and thousands of other horse related items. S MID-COUNTY f FARM SUPPLY Falmouth St. (Rt. 15 Business) Warrenton, Virginia 347-1742 or 800-282-3087 8445 Springs Road, Warrenton A most desirable country residence just 2 L miles from Warrenton. ■ Absolutely ideal for I the equestrian-minded E family. 21+ acres bor- fl dering on stream, with ■ an excellent stone 4 h BR, 2.5 BA home and modern 5 stall center-aisle stable. Ask for brochure! Multiple listing #FQ2314781 $475,000 a D.H. LEES REAL ESTATE, INC. Brokers of Distinctive Properties Since 1930 3 Hotel Street P.O. Box 1036 Warrenton, VA 20188 IS (540) 347-3104 3507, 9145 Fax (540) 347-9713 Faxfield Races 1998 SPRING RUNNING SATURDAY, APRIL 25™ GATES OPEN AT 10:30 A.M. POST TIME 1:00 P.M. FOR ADVANCED PARKING AND FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: FOXFIELD RACING ASSOCIATION GARTH ROAD, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA • ‘ .i -« ,(804y291*8160 ' • -,

Five possible American runners eye Fiiglish racing Aintree, Cheltenham, Marlborough expect U.S. contingent By Betsy Branscome Times Community Newspapers Staff Writer As many as five of America’s top steeplechasers could compete in England’s richest races this spring, if all goes according to the grand plans of connected owners and trainers. One of the potential starters is already there, training towards the April 4 English Grand National at Aintree in Liverpool. Arcadia Stables’ Buck Jakes has already annexed two runnings of America’s toughest timber ‘chase, the Maryland Hunt Cup, a National qualifier. He shipped late last fall to trainer Capt. Tim Forster near Lamboum to prep for the fourplus mile English marathon. The Arcadia color-bearer was nominated in January for the National along with 100 others. A handicap, only the top-rated (horses recording the most wins) 40 horses are allowed to start. Buck Jakes was trained, and initially ridden, in the U.S. by Marylander Charlie Fenwick, who partnered Ben Nevis to win the 1980 National. He has made three starts to date over the big, soft English ’chase fences from his Wiltshire base, but has yet to show any propensity for running or jumping at his former stateside level. He pulled up after jumping poorly in his first start in December, then showed little in two later starts last month. Forster initially ran the gray gelding sans his blinkers and shadow roll (items which focus a horse’s concentration), but both were back on in his last start to no avail. The only change not yet tried is to reunite amateur jockey Anne Moran with her dual Hunt Cupwinning ride. Reports from NSA communications director Joe Clancy are that Forster may indeed try that tack. It’s Lonesome at the top Kay Jeffords’ Lonesome Glory, a four-time Eclipse Award-winning steeplechaser and earner of more than $1 million, was nominated for the March 19 Cheltenham Gold Cup, the English equivalent of a championship steeplechase event. Trained in Pennsylvania by Bruce Miller, Lonesome Glory is no stranger to England or its steeplechase American-owned, -trained and -ridden winner of an English race when taking a Sport of Kings hurdle race at Cheltenaham in 1992. The chestnut gelding returned to the U.K. in 1995 to race over the larger English “fences”, winning his first start, and Photo by Douglas Lees placing well in two others before returning home to race in the U.S. Miller said that Lonesome is currently training well for the Gold Cup, hunting and working on his farm after a See ENGLAND, Page 7 EquiKneads i Equine Sports « Yolanda Brittle (703) 777-9652 EquiKneads@aol.com i » i Massage Therapy Certified by Eguissage TM Dawn Lawrence Story (540) 675-2597 (540) 592-3340 dmstory@pop.erols.com M L'nqur IJ"( Karypr fur ujdftju1 and Jnvkr [jumts WffWWtt 10.75 " personalized, porcelain for the win. Other,unique hunt plates, unique gifts in porcelain, handpainted glass, collector boxes, ornaments & a full bridal line. Main Street Studios P O Box 33 • Warreiuon. VA 20)88-0033 540-349-2396 Fax 540-349-8584 Times Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Branscome ENGLISH INTENTIONS: Champion jockey in 1996, rider Blythe Miller, on left in photo at left, and owner Kay Jeffords expect to return with Lonesome Glory to England for the March 19 Cheltenham Gold Cup, Britain’s championship race. Above, timber specialist Buck Jakes, shown with now-retired rider Victoria Schlessiriger at Glenwood Park, is currently training near Lamboum for an attempt at the April 4 English Grand National. k Model 73GO Compact Twctoh \ 90 Days^Same * ^ | as Cash OR Special Low 4.9% apk l — Financing • • 30 HP 3-Cylinder Diesel Engine Gear Drive, 3 Speed Ranges • Selectable 2 or 4 Wheel Drive * Live Independent 540-rpm Rear PTO » Foldable 3 Position ROPS CULPEPER MOTOR CORP. uownrown C ulpeper 1 mile south of Wal-Mart on Rt. 2 540-825-8381 &d>CjcudeE_ t

England From Page 6 five-week break since his last start, and win, in last November’s Colonial Cup, grade I, in South Carolina. A March 1 flat race prep is scheduled at Great Meadow in The Plains. Miller is a great believer in easy preps for the 10-year-old: Lonesome Glory won a mile and a half flat prep at Great Meadow in 1995 before going on the win that year’s Colonial Cup, and he did the same last year. In 1993, Lonesome prepped by winning on the flat at Foxfield before taking that year’s Breeders’ Cup ‘chase. Virginian Gus Brown, who rides for Miller, contacted Great Meadow founder Arthur Arundel to coordinate the prep race. “Bruce is very superstitious,” said Brown. “He likes to stick with what works, and he knows that Great Meadow has worked well for the horse in the past as a prep for a big effort.” The race will be set at two miles, probably at 4 p.m., and will be opened to eight or 10 other starters. A $2,000 purse, sponsored by the “friends of Lonesome Glory” will pay to the owner of the first horse other than Lonesome Glory to finish. It can be used by the “winning” owner for airfare to see the champ at Cheltenham or donated to a favorite charity. Two airline tickets to Cheltenham are being donated by the Sport of Kings. An after-race send-off party will be held at the summer house at Great Meadow. Admission to the race is free. World timber crown up for grabs Virginia-owned and -bred Saluter did it last year; as many as three U.S. timber toppers may cross the pond to vie for the World Timber Champion crown in 1998. The horse which wins the May 2 Virginia Gold Cup and May 24 Marlborough Cup in England will wear the mantle, and receive $100,000 to boot. Saluter captured his fourth straight Gold Cup last May, then shipped to England to trounce the Brits on their home turf in England’s only timber ‘chase. Trainer-rider Jack Fisher of Maryland is reported to be preparing the gelding for a fifth Gold Cup attempt, so another Marlborough Cup try is not out of the picture for them. ^ -MmMTSr^ Times Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Branscome INTERNATIONAL CHAMP: The first-ever World Timber Champion, Virginia-bred Saluter is reported back in work for a second try at the Gold Cup-Marlborough Cup double score. The winner of the Gold Cup and the two highest points-earners in three “prep” races for the timber championship will receive shipping bonuses of $5,000 each, so as many as three American horses may go to the Cup. Though only the Gold Cup winner is eligible for the $100,000 prize, a sub-bonus pool may be created for a winner of any prep race in the U.S. (the November Pennsylvania Hunt Cup and Genessee Hunt Cup and April My Lady’s Manor) plus the Marlborough race. Also, the Marlborough purse is $20,000, and that added to a free trip is tempting to owners William Pannill, whose Final Final won last fall’s Pennsylvania race, and Kathy Neilson, whose Double Dater won the Genessee race. Colonial’s chase plans By Diane Merkyman Times Community Newspapers Special Writer In a popular move among hunt country horsemen, Colonial Downs will add steeplechase racing to its fall schedule in 1998. Tentative plans call for two races a week for a total of 12 steeplechase races for the 30 day meet. According to Virginia racing secretary, Lenny Hale, the races will most likely run one each on Saturday and Sunday. “We’re looking forward to it, especially as part of our big days,” he said. “We’re discussing a stakes program now, but nothing has been confirmed yet.” Bill Gallo, racing secretary for the National Steeplechase Association based in Fair Hill, Md., See CHASE, Page 18 \ • • Ready For A Car© Consider Enro Take advantm&of thousands of.'toh opportunities in the mg programs teaching sl&Mete never be0e offered in complete caree. area with tented currii Windows 95 • Windows NT Server • Novell Network 4, • Dos • Mffgic Support SQL • MS Office 97 Office 97 includes Excel, Acces^ Povyerpoint & ^ ^Classes available for beginners and Career Change Fajmlore information ca^ ^[703)392-1415 or { e Manass< fLampus 3393

Times Community Newspapers Staff Photos/8 etsy Branscome Steeplechasing is a very competitive sport, as shown above and below at Foxfield near Charlottesville. This trio of maidens, all previous non-winners over fences, matched stride for stride most of the entire two-mile route before Nimble Nim, inside, won. r VTFaster than the eye, finishes Competitive racing fields make placing judge job tough Especially at the top levels is jump racing competitive. Above, Eclipse champs Lonesome Glory, left, and Warm Spell battle to the wire. At top right and center right, maiden hurdlers prove that the sport’s beginners are sharply competitive, too. In the center photo, horses at the now-canceHed Shenandoah Races gallop gsbattlc‘l6W HtW*2,4iwf

call for a camera... The level of American steeplechasing continues an upward spiral as purse level increase annually. National Steeplechase Association-sanctioned races in 1997 were worth more than $3.4 million. Non-monied point-to-points were equally competitive. With that type of stake, horsemen bring out their fastest, finest, most athletic runners to vye for top prizes. Steeplechasing dawned in 1750s Ireland with foxhunters chasing each other to the nearest visible steeple on their cold-blooded field hunters. Today’s steeplechasing bears little resemblance to the sport of yore as stakes winners on the flat and high profile pedigrees regularly race “between the flags.” A point-to-point placing judge is most often a hunt member pressed into service for race day. As the photos on these pages clearly show, a camera is the only definitive answer to some of the most questionable calls in today’s jump racing sport. Even then , the camera had best be loaded with high-speed film to capture the whole story.... Photo by Douglas Lees Jump racing ‘back when’ was as competitive as today. Pictured from 1978, Navy Davy and Don Yovanovich, right, place second in Maryland three weeks before capturing the Virginia Gold Cup. Times Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Branscome mi.in.lia*, Times Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Branscome _ Timae Community Nawapapara Staff I Times Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Branscome Times Community Newspapers Statt Photo/Betsy Branscome When a race is tight, it often becomes so at the head of the stretch - not just at the ‘wire.’ In two photos above, runners at Montpelier and Morven Park start to make their moves well before the finish line. In photos at left, whether coming or SKWg, tf-thf ridwisjinvotyed in, tfie^acJosw contests, can teR well ahead «?f time that extrShve' Effort is called for - both froth themselves and their horses.

Times Community Newspapers Stall Photo/Betsy Branscome Virginia Steeplechase Association Spring Calendar, 1998 Feb. 21 Casanova Hunt Point-to-Point, Mount Sterling Farm, Warrenton, noon Feb. 28 Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point, Thornton Hill, Sperryville, noon March 7 Blue Ridge Hunt Point-to-Point, Woodley, Berryville, noon March 14 Warrenton Hunt Point-to-Point, Airlie, Warrenton, 1 p.m. March 21 Piedmont Foxhounds Point-to-Point, Salem Farm, Upperville, 1 pm. March 22 Farmington Keswick Hunts Point-to-Point, Montpelier Station, noon March 28 Orange County Hunt Point-to-Point, Locust Hill, Middleburg, 1 p m April 4 Old Dominion Hounds Point-to-Point, Ben Venue, 12:30 p,m. April 11 * Strawberry Hill Races, State Fairgrounds, Richmond, 1 p.m. April 12 Loudoun Hunt Point-to-Point, Oatlands, Leesburg, 12:30 p.m. April 18 * Middleburg Spring Races, Glenwood Park, Middleburg, 2 p.m. April 19 Fairfax Hunt Point-to-Point, Belmont Plantation, Leesburg, 1:30 p m. April 25 * Foxfield Races, Foxfield course, Charlottesville, 1 p.m. April 26 Middleburg Hunt Point-to-Point, Glenwood Park, Middleburg, noon May 2 * Virginia Gold Cup, Great Meadow, The Plains, 1:30 p.m. May 3 Bull Run Hunt Point-to-Point, Glenwood Park, Middleburg, noon May 16 * Marengo Races, Marengo Plantation, Richmond, 1:30 p.m. •iation)

Challenging the junior race rider Or... ponying up to play the game Earning spurs is hardly ever more evident than with junior riders who specialize in pony racing, a long tradition on the Virginia spring steeplechasing circuit. Pony race riders carry on the sporting tradition often long into adulthood. To that end, many Virginia race meets support the youthful introduction to racing by offering events tailored just for young riders. Many of today’s leading professional and amateur steeplechase jockeys indeed got their start on the race course in pony races. Virginia’s leading trainer last year, Jill Waterman, for one, had her hands-on introduction to racing by learning to prepare her own ponies for competition. Divisions for ponies are limited to riders under the age of 16, and ponies are placed in races with competitors of like size. Small ponies, 12.2 high (50 inches at the withers or base of the neck) or less, typically race about a half mile. Medium ponies, those over 12.2 but less than 13.2 (54 inches) races a little farther, with large ponies, or those up to 14.2 hands high (58 inches) race at distances that approach five-eighths or three-quarters of a mile. Junior jockeys participating in pony races at Virginia meets are expected to adhere to all rules and safety regulations, requirements that put them on a direct road to professional horsemanship. Silks or proper hunting attire are required, as is appropriate tack and equip ment. Riders mount their ponies in the paddock prior to the post parade, just like adult riders on horses, and are required to ask “permission” to dismount and weigh-in following their run. Riders who develop their skills early in the pony racing game are far ahead of their startup counterparts when asked to begin racing horses as an adult starting at age 16. The Virginia circuit for pony racing begins with the Feb. 28 Rappahannock Hunt Pointto-Point in Sperryville, and continues at the March 22 Farmington Keswick races at Montpelier Station, the April 12 Loudoun Hunt Point-to-Point, the May 2 Virginia Gold Cup in The Plains and May 3 Bull Run Hunt Point-to-Point in Middleburg. Two or three of the Virginia Steeplechase Association-sanctioned race meets this fall may also offer pony races of their programs. Year-end awards are offered for small, medium and large divisions, sponsored by the Meadows Outdoor Foundation. Competition is typically tight throughout the year in all divisions, and many riders travel from Maryland and Pennsylvania to take part in Virginia pony races. Those young riders interested in taking part in the pony race circuit can receive guidance from Jim Lawrence, a licensed trainer and father of former champion jockey Chuck Lawrence (who had his start on ponies.) Lawrence can provide advice on training regimes and riding techniques. Call him directly at (540) 364-2420. — By Betsy Branscome Photo by Douglas Lees LIVING A DREAM: Remy Winants may make race riding a career after her winning experiences as a successful pony pilot. Did You Know? * National Steeplechase Association total purse structure to 1997 exceeded $4,7 million, the highest to history. > Starters at spring sanctioned steeplechase meetings to 1997 tanged from • - • .. eight (at the one-race program of the Maryland Hunt Cup) to 74 at the Fair Hill Races. The Virginia Gold Cup ranked second in toted starters last spring, with 64 going to the post in seven races. • . ' . ■ 77th RUNNING OF THE Saturday, April 18,1998 POST TIME FIRST RACE 2:00 P.M. -FEATURINGThe $50,000 Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Handicap -ANDThe $20,000 Alfred M. 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In 1752 Ireland, two game foxhunters raced each other literally from point to point - from where they were to the visible church steeple. History does not record the winner, but even today the question of “whose horse is faster” remains unanswered. For riders interested in taking part in the most true-to-history division of racing, there are two old fashioned races planned on this year’s point-to-point calendar. The March 22 Rappahannock Hunt old fashioned and the April 5 Orange County Hunt old fashioned are a miniseries of their own for the Ruhsam memorial trophy. For details on either event, call (703) 777-2575.

MEADOW OUTDOORS FOUNDATION, INC. Qreat ftteadcnu has for over ten years now hem tqwwn as the home of the Virginia QotdCuj), hut we are also the site for many other events, Both community and family oriented, for your advance planning, following is a list of events currently on our schedule for1998. 1998 PUBLIC EVENTS SCHEDULE (Tentative) Great Meadow has over the past 14 years become known as The Home of the Gold Cup steeplechase races. All Gold Cup proceeds go to making possible the free use of Great Meadow for community, charitable, and family oriented activities. Saturdays, April - June - Fauquier County Youth League Soccer Saturday, April 11th - CDCTA Dressage Schooling Show Saturday, May 2nd - The Virginia Gold Cup (73rd Running) Saturday & Sunday, May 16th & 17th - Multiple Sclerosis Bike Tour Monday, May 25th - CDCTA Spring Horse Trials Each Sunday, June thru September - Sunday Polo on Grass Each Friday, June thru September - Friday Twilight Polo Saturday & Sunday, June 13th & 14th - Vintage Virginia '98 (local wineries festival) Saturday, July 4th - Fauquier Fourth of July Celebration Saturday & Sunday, August 22nd & 23rd - 23rd Annual Festival of Wines (local wineries) Saturday & Sunday, August 29th & 30th - "Beast of the East" PRCA Championship Rodeo Tuesday thru Sunday, September 15th thru 20th - Middleburg Classic Horse Show Saturday, October 17th - International Gold Cup (61s1 Running) To schedule your community activity or event, or for more information on these events, please phon Reney Stanley at (540) 253-5000 [mmmimassm&immmmmmmmmm - . ■ -PC-o— J>“e Join us every Friday evening at 7:30 for tailgating at the Great Meadow Arena for fast-paced polo excitement. Tailgate memberships are selling fast. Polo lessons available. Call (540) 687-3290 WE DELIVER! ... a hill line of home care equipment — beds, wheelchairs, oxygen, walkers and commodes ... plus, we provide that rare ingredient — SERVICE — to make the homebound recovery experience more pleasant. We bill both Medicare and private insurance directly. So call us TOLL FREE (800) 237-5717 or drop by our showroom in The Plains. The Plains Pharmacy • The Plains, Virginia 20171 (540) 253-5275 • (800) 237-5717 Hie SCORE Music School The Plains, Virginia Offering > private lessons to children adults Piano, Violin, Flute, Cello, Sax, Percussion, Guitar & "Musk For Young Children" (540) 253-7460 mm F-s The Farm Storggo. Good Selection of Specialty Foods, special wines to include Virginia, California & Imports Main Street, The Plains, across from the Rail Stop Open Daily 11:00 to 6:00 Closed Mondays. 253-5456 Hy William Myzk. Edited by Raymond Wootfe. Illustrations by Custer Cassidy 1 I *» ■ TO' nisiory <uhi on|(vn u 1 the Virginia Gold Cup, a das sic book about a classic event. Through this narrative, lavishly illustrated with drawings and photograph you can relive the exritement and grandeur of this breathtaking race. Our story centers on a single horse race, not one for the weak of heart, which is run each year over four mile of rugged four-foot post and rail jump in Virginia. 'Storminr tack out of the misty past, this rlasstc bo.' rot the first tm» brings atom again the mystique of one of the world's mcoi inuiM 'ns *y ' iinri c LX -Dick Francis The deluxe leather bound collector's edition, with its parchment paper and gold leaf edging, makes a unique gift The doth bound version will make a beautiful addition to any coffee table or library. Be sure to order several copies for your gift list. s s Proceeds To Benefit The Meadow tffioors Foundation Home of the Virginia Gold Cup Steeplechase A501 (c)3 IhanUbfe* Organization J5L wCopies may be purchased; Fauquier Times-Democrat in Warrenton, Virginia vororderedjbebw)^ The History and Origins of the Virginia Gold Cup Bu* Ordfr Form Name. Name. Address. City_ _Stale_Zip Leather bound, in case $55__ Goth Bound.$20 _ Va. Tax 4.S& if qvicabie. $_ Shipping Ctarr Total. .perbook $5 . S7k Meadow Outdoors Foundation Mod Yomr Order Ta Fauquier 'nmes-Oemocrat HO Box Kil • WarTmhm. VA 20t*t ' si . ,

Telling time at a gallop, pacers need inner dock By Betsy Branscome Times Community Newspapers Staff Writer Whether winning by chance or systematic, thoughtful, sophisticated riding, hunter pace riders must possess an accurate mental time clock. To duplicate the preset optimum times needed for victory in any of the 10 huntsponsored events this spring, a combination of luck and kkill are required. Pairs of horses and riders attempt to second-guess an anonymous member of the sponsoring hunt who predetermines the winning time over courses which range from two to three miles. Hunter paces are cross country events hosted by most Virginia hunt clubs as fiind-raisers, and each is contested over a part of the host hunt’s territory. The optimum time is usually set at a hand-gallop, though creek-crossings and rough terrain can fool competing riders into slowing down in places that perhaps the “pacesetter* did not slack stride. It is a combination of knowing the typical hunting pace of a particular hunt and a certain amount of guesswork that add up to victory. Divisions are typically offered for riders looking to duplicate the optimum time, one for juniors, one for adults, and some hunts also offer a “fast-time” division for riders looking to chalk up the fastest time overall. Hunter pace courses usually encompass territory typical of the host hunt. Woodlands, open fields, creek crossings, panels large and small, and other details of each hunt’s event are well-known to regular competitors. A chance to ride through neighboring hunt’s fixtures is just one of the reasons to take part in hunter pacing. Several hunts also offer hilltoppers paces, for non-jumping horses or riders. These are contested over several miles of the same hunt territory, with gates often to be opened and closed added into the pre-set optimum time to duplicate. For more details on any of the hunter paces this spring, or to enter, call the Central Entry office at (703) 777-2575. iPHNKlH ts m* 1998 Hunter Pace Calendar • Feb. 22 - Casanova Hunt hunter pace: Mt. Sterling Farm, Warrenton. (540)788-4116. , K:* • March 1 Rappahannock Hunt hunter pace: Thornton Hitt Farm, Sperryville. (540) r 547-2993. • March 8 - Blue Ridge Hunt hunter pace: Locust Hitt Farm, Mittwood. (540) 837-2262. • March 15 - Warrenton Hunt hunter pace: Grove,1 Warrenton. (540) 937-3057. • March 21 - Piedmont Foxhounds hunter pace: Salem Farm, Upperviile. (540)592-3032. • March 28 - Orange County Hunt hunter pace: Locust Hill Farm, Middteburg. (540) 364* 2595. • April 5 - Old Dominion Hounds hunter pace: Ben Venue Farm, Ben Venue. (540) 364-2725. • April 11 - Middteburg Hunt hunter pace: Sterling Woods, Middteburg. (540) L 687-5446. . .. ' - Sfei t ... ... - .. - . j • ApriM8-Loudoun Hunt hunter pace: Morven Perk, ^ Leesburg. (703) 777-1005. Time* Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Bfanscom* A GREAT TRIP: This pair of hunter pace riders competing at last year’s Old Dominion Hounds event fly to the finish as they try to duplicate the prefect optimum time.' The trick to winning, according to one pace veteran, is to “tailor your pace to the regular speed of the host hunt.’ CASANOVA HUNT POINT-TO-POINT RACES On Sunday, February 22, 1998, 12:00 noon, at Mt. Sterling Farm . Casanova Hunt will sponsor tne Hunter Pace Events. _ For Hunter Pace information or to mulif tin entry, call 703-777-2575_ Date: Saturday, February 21, 1998 Place: Mount Sterling Farm, Warrenton, VA Post time: 12 noon Admission: $5.00 per person (Children under 12 free) Information: 540-788-4806 540-439-3732 540-347-3500 57TH RUNNING OF THE Warrenton Hunt Point-To-Point Races Saturday, March 14,1998 AiRLffi Race Course Warrenton, Virginia Post Time: 1:00 pm • 8 races GENERAL ADMISSION One car and two people...410.00 Each additional person.45.00 PATRON. $80.00 SUBSCRIBER.$55.00 (540) 347-5095 BUILDING MATERIALS Lumber • Hardware • Insulation • Plywood Roofing • Sand • Gravel • Cement • Plumbing Electrical • Flooring • Doors • Wallboard • Paint Nails • Glass • Windows Small A Large Orders Welcome QUALITY MATERIALS Custom Millwork & Cabinets Locally Owned & Operated Prompt Delivery V

Saluter’s excellent English adventure, c. 1997 Virginia-bred Saluter had quite a time getting to England, making what should have been a seven-hour flight into a threeday ordeal. Once the American was safely across the pond, he overcame dehydration and exhaustion to trounce a field of 13 in England’s only timber race. In doing so, he captured the first World Timber Championship and set a heady precedent that as many as three American horses may try to duplicate this May. See Page 6 for a full story of this year’s challenge. Times Community Newspapers Staff Photos/Betsy Branscome Trainer-rider Jack Fisher gave English commentator Richard Pitman a pre-race interview, above, before tackling the Marlborough course. Below, odds-makers weren’t taking chances. :rf American timber champ Saluter showed the Brits how timber racing should look, above, jumping to lead and win the $20,000 ’chase. Below, fans greet the winner in the ‘enclosure,’ something few American steeplechase tracks offer. Great Meadow is one that provides a place for unsaddling. Owner Ann Stem, second left, accepts the Cup trophy with help from husband Henry, left. Joining the winners are trainer-rider Jack Fisher, center, timber championship founders Irv . ^Naytar and Konrad Goess-Sauwiu aad.Great,Meadow'sArthur ^rundeL .,o. ,.i j ,. . ' ti.iud teed €)Tt V) ; p,1j p< 306^ c-f u , *.i it if -mu cf tr.'ih'.c-p.as

Photo by Douglas Lees CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD: Dr. David Snyder, right, has been elected as board chairman of the non-profit Meadows Outdoors Foundation. Here he visits with Dr. Christopher Brown. Snyder named to chair board Meadows Outdoors Foundation to be headed by local physician Warrenton physician and community leader Dr. David Snyder has been elected board chairman of the non-profit Meadows Outdoors Foundation which operates Great Meadow in The Plains. Snyder replaces Great Meadow founder Arthur W. Arundel who said he “wished to step down to focus more” on his role as the chairman of the Virginia Gold Cup. A longtime Fauquier resi Results 1997 Virginia Steeplechase Association Final Standings Leading owner. 1. Kinross Farm — 24; 2. Mrs. Henry Stem — 18. Leading trainer. 1. Neil Morris —. 24; 2. Jimmy Day — 22. Leading rider. 1. Colvin Ryan — 47; 2. (tie) Patrick Cooney — 41 and Arch Kingsley — Leading hurdle horse. 1. Sunny Boca. o/Kinross Farm — 13; 2. Double Found. o/Raymond Moffett Jr. — 7. Leading timber horse. 1. Wise One. o/Maidstone Stable — 8; 2. The Centurion. o/J.M. Rogers — 7. VSA fall highweight flat seriea. 1. Hardheadedirishman, o/Tom Carroll — 5; 2. Gayquare, o/W. Gary Baker — 3. VSA Ally and mare challenge aeries. 1. Bella's Pride, o/Sheehy-Moffett Stable — 10; 2. Gilded Era. o/W Gary Baker — 6. I JS& ■WMW.sajj»wcra»»ar--5r-- - dent and president of Blue Ridge Orthopedics, Snyder previously served as chairman of the board at Notre Dame Academy in Middleburg, and in 1993 was named Fauquier County citizen of the year. He lives with his family near Jeffersonton. Others elected at the MOF annual meeting included board vice chairman David Semmes of Flint Hill, and board members Roy Ash of r Upperville, Jack Hazel of Broad Run and John Adams Jr. of The Plains. Great Meadow is in its 14th year as the home of the Virginia Gold Cup, International * Gold 'Cup, Fauquier Youth League soccer and a wide range of other free community activities. Great Meadow was established in 1983 on an abandoned farm near The Plains then slated for development of 500 houses. Did you know? Riders and horses on the Virginia point-to-point circuit compete for 13 different championship prizes. 0 Marriott Ranch 6 The Inn at Fairfield Farm a captivating setting designed to make your event the success that you deserve. *4 * A ■H 4.500Aacres of Rolling Ranch land in the Foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Executive 6 Social Retreats. Business Meetings. Company Picnics, Weddings. Rehearsal Parties. Rated One of The Top 20 Sites for Weddings in Washingtonian Magazine Western Horseback Riding Stables. One of the Largest Trail Systems on the East Coast. The Inn at Fairfield Farm — a Bed 6 Breakfast Atmosphere including 10 Overnight Guest rooms; Large Historic Manor House with Fireplaces 6 Jacuzzi; Cozy Cottage House and Comfortable Modern Carriage House Rooms 6 the Historic Smokehouse Pub Room . ■^4 Overnight Stabling Facilities. ^ Marriott Forks Western Town Special Event Site ■*4 Winery Tours; Haywagon Rides; Jeep Tours and Picnic Rides. Harriott HfcitAglgttfTT RANTH^r 5305 Marriott Lane. Hume. Virginia 22639 540-36+2627 Peace of Mind... ...in Classic Style. The Dignified, Affordable Nursing Home Alternative • Elegant Assisted Living • Specialized Alzheimer's Care • Skilled Rehabilitation Service • Respite Care Marshall Manor u/ 4248 Manor Drive • Post Office Box 749 Marshall, Virginia 20116 ^ 1-800-296-2273 364-12«Q‘; ’

Times Community Newspapers Staft Photo/Betsy Branscome Racing into history... When Colonial Downs opened in New Kent County on Sept. 1,1997, shown above, both horsemen and fans chedred the advent of pari-mutuel racing in the Old Dominion. The track will host standardbred trotters and pacers at a race meet this spring, with the second thoroughbred meet planned for late summer. In addition to the regular fare of races on the dirt track will be a plethora of contests on the acclaimed turf course. Steeplechasing will join flat racing on the ‘largest turf course in America' with two races planned per week in a Saratoga-style menu of jump racing. National Steeplechase Association handicapper and racing secretary Bill Gallo said that the level of conditions for the steeplechases at Colonial Downs will range from stakes to claimers. EVERYONE CAN SHOP CO-OP r We're Your One Stop Horse & Tack Shop Thousands of items available for the horse enthusiast including: • Complete selection of vitamins, conditioners, and supplements. • Horse medicinal products which include all the popular wormers, vaccines, linaments, etc. • Big selection of leather goods - Special order service on unique saddles, bridles, etc. • Complete horse pasture consultation and management program available. • Clean Canadian baled wood shavings & straw available for bedding. • Complete selection of horse equipment including buckets, feed tubs, troughs, corrals, etc. We’re also a dealer for the complete line of Farnam equipment. • Behlen Horseman's Choice horse stalls. • The famous Pacemaker Horse Feed Line specially formulated with the assistance of gjFEBB] Kentucky WmtM Equine yjggQ Research, Inc. Culpepar Farmers Co-op (540) 825-2200 Warrantor! Farmara Co-op (540) 347-7100 Rappahannock Farmers Co-op (540) 987-8555 Remington Farmers Co-op (540)439-3254 Marshall Farmers Co-op (540) 364-1533 ^yft&YONE CAFX ■fBPffffprnj*ffffppffrw*l ™ EARLY'Si lRPET, IN Over 30 Years in One Location THE LARGEST IN-STOCK INVENTORY ON CARPETS • VINYL • HARDWOODS • REMNANTS aaiagaaai am a The One-Stop Shop For Complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Carpet • Vinyls • Tile • Hardwood • Ceramics Area Rugs • Remnants • Orientals • Window Treatments Shades • Wallpaper • Slipcovers & Reupholstery Residential • Commercial For: Warrenton-Marshall-Remington-Culpeper Washington-Orange Local Dialing Area Use 937-5500 Out Of Town Use 1-800-870-9098 Free Estimates & Delivery • Shop at Home Service Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. • Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. John & Lorraine Early, Owners & Operators Washington, VA Rt. 645 Rt. 211 Rt . 643 I EARLY'S CARPET -£ Rt. 229 X • Cl Flashing Light Warrenton Culpeper HH.HW W KOI I K 21! WEST • AMISSVILKK, \A n Old Dominion Hounds Point-to-Point Saturday, April 4 • 12:30 p.m. post time Ben Venue Farm, Ben Venue 16 miles west of Warren ton on US. 211 Seven races featuring Leeds Don Open Timber honoring that Old Dominion specialist and three-time Virginia Gold Cup winner, pictured above. 540-364-2725 Wednesday Nl&tits In Warrentcn! Ballroom Dance 8 p.m. (Partners Optional) Tender Foxtrots • Rockin' Rhumbas • Sassy Swings Other Classes Available at In M« Urn Studio Beginners Welcome! mmm

Chase From Page 7 is enthusiastic about the new opportunities the Colonial Downs meet will offer the sport. “Our major racetrack program has been expanding in the last few years and the Colonial meet will fit very well into our overall steeplechase schedule,” Gallo added. Gallo expects to see maiden special, allowance, middle to high price claiming races and hopefully one or two stakes races come into play. “The turf course is supposed to be phenomenal,” he added. “[It is 1 more than twice the width of courses we are used to.” Colonial Downs’turf course measures 180 feet wide and one mile and a quarter long, making it the largest turf course in North America. “We only use the outer 40 feet [when running jump races over the turf track], so the course is wide enough to suit our needs as well as the needs of those turf racing on the flat during the same meet,” Gallo said. “We had a great experience at Churchill Downs last summer,” he continued. “Which led to interest at Keeneland for this coming spring. So, when you add Keeneland, Churchill and Colonial Downs to our pro gram you can see we’re expanding every year.” The steeplechase races will be broadcast to other tracks right along with the flat races. Patrons can bet on the races over fences just as they do the ones on the flat. The sport is not a new one for the Richmond area. The Strawberry Hill Races at the Fairgrounds and the Marengo Races in New Kent County already have a strong following and well-developed fan base. “It’s like an attraction,” Gallo concluded. “It breaks up the monotony of nine or 10 flat races in a day. It’s that sense of variety and excitement that just might attract new fans.” Results 1997 Final Point-ToPoint Standings Foxhunters. 1. Chumpman, r/Thomas Kirlin; 2 Chanter's Gold, r/Brad Gable Pageland owner/rider hurdle. 1. Class Caliber. r/John Branscome; 2 Gold Stick, r/Heather Beargie Seven Corners owner/rider timber. 1. Be Nimble, r/Henry Wood J; 2. (tie) Amber Fool and High Speed Drill, r/Jill Waterman. Southern States lady rider timber. 1. Jill Waterman 2 Beth Newman Trackside leading rider over tences. 1. Colvin Ryan; 2. Jill Waterman. SHR Fred leading novice rider on the flat. 1. Petra Kappel; 2. Troy Lively. Dominion Saddlery leading trainer. 1. Jill Waterman; 2. Alicia Murphy EMO Agency leading race mare. 1. (tie) Pilgrim's Pullet, o/Petra Kappel and Damaselle, o/Stone Valley Farm. Small pony. 1. Summer, r/Natasha Aylor; 2. Farnley Lady Bug, Molly McMillen-. Medium pony. 1 Hagebeck, r/Josh Beavers; Nickles and Dimes. r/Jessica Pearce Large Pony. 1 Bit O'Cut, r/Wyck Cushny; 2 Jay, r/Arabella Knox Fast time hunter pace. 1. Garth of Birmingham, r/Joe Kincheloe and Finish n Style, r/Michael Brown. Junior optimum hunter pace. 1. Woodstock, r/Hitchcock and Sparkling Burgundy, r/Kirby. Optimum hunter pace. 1 (tie) McFinn, r/Cindy Tufts and Aladdins Alaska, r/Polly Cutting and Reasonable View, r/Janet O'Keefe and Nick of Time, r/Jennifer Bly Timber horse of the year. Military Pride, o/Betsy Branscome, t/r John Branscome. Hurdle horse of the year. Gorfen Letch, O/Sheehy-Moffett Stable, t/Mrs. DM Smithwick, r/Simon Hobson and Gregg Ryan. . Ask to see one of Morton's local barns or arenas. MORTON BUILDINGS -^64Z8Jndwfitrial.Roaii ♦jCulpaper, .Virginia 2270l.*15$O) .9^199.. a taste of Italy in the Country w—mm— Tailgate Catering A More! Serving Dinner Wed - Sat: 5 -lOpm • Sundays: 4 - 9pm I Candelora's ^ Route 287 & Church Street Lovettsville, Virginia • 540/822-5705 sm-iTn'w: Berryville, VA (540) 955-4035 B : OAean y/tavket The Country Store ... with variety ■ ^ . Need it? You'll find it at the all new Orlean Market! • Wine & beer • Gifts for your budget • Hardware • Gas Si diesel • Full service deli • Fresh baked goods • Fax machine • Movie rentals • Bread, milk, Si much more! Unique & Affordable Gifts Just visit our gift shop upstairs for your shopping convenience (540) 364-7339 • fax (540) 364-2332 6855 Leeds Manor Rd. • Orlean, VA 22128 ^SteteStofc : U‘

Police From Page 5 The life of hard race training and work on the track seemed difficult, and walking the beat appears harder, but don’t let the word “workhorse” confuse: the police horses have it good. They may be working hard, but it appears to beat running flat out in company over fences in all kinds of weather and footing. The USPP horses appear happy in their new jobs. Every day is a new adventure in the urban jungle. They never know what will be waiting for them on the streets and parks. Much like their mounts, the USPP officers have been around the block, seen the action and walked a serious beat. The mounted police division is a coveted position on the force. An officer is not assigned to it randomly. Many of the officers do not wish to be promoted within the mounted police division, because a promotion could mean a transfer out of their favorite beat. There are many 10- and 15-year privates. It is a joke around the USPP’s main office underneath Connecticut Avenue that a police officer could “get very old waiting for a chance to get into the mounted division.” Special skills In the same vein, it takes a very special horse to make the cut. Just the thought of riding one of the well-bred, often high-strung ‘chasers down Connecticut or across DuPont Circle after recalling how they leaped and plunged at the start of their races might cause a double take when watching the very same horse pose placidly for tourists on the mall one minute and chase down a perpetrator on Massachusetts Avenue the next. One requirement of a police horse is size. Most officers want and need their horses to stand 16.3 hands or more. There is a minimum height requirement of 15.2 hands high. Some officers are quite tall, and they say the people on foot and in cars respect a large animal more readily than the smaller, more compact “hurdle” types. 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We trailer a lot so we couldn’t have Lone Star upside down in the trailer all the time. He is back with Bay Cockburn being a foxhunter,” said officer Ralph Pfister of Rock Creek Park’s division of the mounted police. Pfister says they are looking for horses that, “will walk and stand quietly for long periods of time and that are reasonably sound and are not afraid.” Afraid? They were brave on the course, weren’t they? Isn’t that enough? Not hardly. To make the cut, a mounted police force horse needs to walk quietly over black plastic, have an umbrella opened MIDDLEBURG TACK * EXCHANGE P.O. BOX 190 10 JW. FEDERAL ST. MIDDLEBURG, VA 20118 New and Used Quality Conskinments Saddles .and Hard to Find Items BUY. SELL > CONSIGN Consignments Accepted via UPS (540) 687-6608 I lours: 10 a ni. - S pan. Monday that Saturday LAND Commercial • Farms • Residential Member of VA, MD & Deleware Horse Breeders Association QENTRY v Vj Realty, Inc. 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Because paddock turnout at the Rock Creek stable is limited, horses go out on the beat daily. They are certain to see the same trash dumpster that frightened them yesterday. They see the same bike messengers, street people, screeching cars, fire hydrants, overflowing trash bins, pot holes, storm drains — all things that most rural riders don’t even think about. “It is all repetition. I won’t axe a horse off the list if he won’t walk over black plastic, yet a horse that is willing to is going to catch my eye immediately,” said Pfister. “We want the kinds of horses that are independent that will go out alone, because we mostly work alone on our beats. We take out the new horses in company just like we put rookie cops with a veteran.” See POLICE, Page 21 Photo by Douglas Lees TALENT: Heart of Oak, pictured with rider Chuck Lawrence, is as good off the course as on in his new job* as a-police horse.

Wild Ride From Page 5 like to ride with us?” Well, ride with them. That’s a horse of a different color. But of course, I’ll ride. As I settled myself into the big comfortable Stubben saddle atop former steeplechaser On Qui, a little voice in the back of my hand starting talking: “Are you nuts? Getting on some ex-race horse to go play in traffic. You can’t even drive in D.C. traffic, how are you going to manage a 1,200 pound willful animal?” I ignored the little voice and joined the five officers as we headed out at a smart walk. Joining us were other former ‘chasers Current Force, I Lead The Band, Heart of Oak and Woodmist. To the trained eye, we could have been heading for the start of any steeplechase race. It was pretty heady company. ... Downtown city tour Playing in traffic doesn’t quite Cover my two-and-a-halfhour ride. But we did do just about every single thing I try to avoid when I am trail riding — crossing six lanes of traffic, trotting over narrow pedestrian bridges and walking by dump trucks crushing their loads, and this was just the beginning of the adventure. After cutting across Rock Creek Park, we cruised through Georgetown, by my favorite shops and restaurants. We walked in formation past the marble Kennedy Center, played with tourists on the mall near the monuments. We took a stroll through a restricted area of the White House block. I could see the wheels turning in the busy Secret Service agent’s mind: “Who was this non-uniformed girl riding with the mounted police?” No one asked for ID — good thing too because it was back at the car. I did think for a moment I should carry it in case someone had to ID my body if I got dumped on the hard pavement or taken out by a speeding delivery truck, then I thought it would be better to be unknown so I don’t make the 6 o’clock news. DuPont Circle was next on the tour; all the homeless men and women know the officers by name and greeted us as we walked by. Everyone we came upon respected the officers and me. Tourists flocked to the horses — each one glossy, wellgroomed and well-behaved — all wanting to pose for pictures. It was so different walking uii me sLieeL aim aciuany naving cars respect a horse and rider. So many times when I walk along the edge of the road in suburban Maryland with my old mare, the cars whiz by at speed or even honk when impatient. Of course, a mounted police officer is the same as an officer in a cruiser and can write a ticket as easily as the next. It was just a dream... Little did my officer friends know, but they were sort of helping me fulfill a childhood dream by asking me to ride with them. As a little girl, I grew up dreaming about horses 24 hours a day and thinking of possible careers on horseback to keep the infatuation going. Since my height made becoming a jockey out of the question, I thought for a long time about joining the mounted police. This was before I knew the officers all worked a regular city beat long before they worked from horseback. I became disenchanted with the idea after I learned of the wait. Of course, thinking of riding these blue bl6od beasts (almost all police horses are thoroughbreds) through Georgetown and actually doing it are two different things. I am what you call a rural rider. I ride through woods, over hills and gallop flat out across polo fields chasing a white ball made of plastic. Hard pavement? Not often, thank you. I was a little, no a lot, concerned about riding a racehorse down Connecticut Avenue. After all, I was there when my mount On Qui won the Middleburg Bowl in 1996. I knew what kind of power he was capable of. Last thing I wanted to do was hit the dirt, no the asphalt, and take out a hip or two (mine or his.) Actually, though, On Qui and all the rest were very well behaved on our excursion. They handled trash monsters and scary manhole covers with ease. Barking dogs and mothers with strollers were nothing. I would have had to peel my old mare off the moon. The worst was. that I did almost take out a couple of sideview mirrors, though. They are just the right height for your stirrups. Trucks, like UPS and FedEx have extended mirrors and they will take you right out of the saddle when they pass if you are not watching. I give the Park Police a lot of credit — it takes much time and patience to get these highstrung animals used to the every day city life and the dangers within. Each day is a different adventure for them and their horses, and they handle it — with apparent confidence and great panache — just one day at a time. 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Don Yovanovich, Arthur Arundel, Kinross Farm, Mairaed Carr, Bay Cockbum, Larry Hammond, Loring Heard, James Branscome, Charles Whitner and Burt Reynolds and many others are all credited with at once finding a good home for steeplechase favorites and helping keep USPP officers on horseback. The USPP get 12 to 17 horses per year to try out. Not all are stabled ip the district. Many are sent to Maryland, Virginia, Chicago, New York, New Mexico and other federal stations around the nation. Some are given to national parks for rangers to use. There is a 600-person force that operates in the urban national park areas of New York, Washington and San Francisco. Hard working animals in race training and on the beat, it is not all show and tell for the police horses. Hurdler and timber runner Independent Talk was in Atlanta for the 1996 Olympics; he stationed in Centennial Park during the bombing. He was lucky. Neither he nor his rider was injured. Even the FBI wanted to look at his hooves for possible evidence. When asked about what happens when they get a call or are in hot pursuit of a suspect one officer said, “It’s like any other law enforcement situation. You call it in. Only it must sound pretty cool to the dispatcher when they hear the clippity-cloppity of your horse’s hooves on the pavement.” Though officers don’t like to talk about it, some of the downtown “peaceful” demonstrations get heated in Washington, especially when there is a controversial bill in the house or a war going on. Keeping the horses calm and See POLICE, Page 22 An Olde English Thatched Roof Cottage i This is the ; year for your ! Herb Garden! i Step by Step i Lessons Canterbury Cottage Soapmaking ~ Beeswax Crafts Woolworking ~ Herbal Crafts Potpourri ~ Balms ~ Wreaths Taught Within! Classes Scheduled Any Time 540-364-3970_ *df But hurry, Ms incredible offer ends March 31st, 19981 Sufcjw to Agnoadk WW* rts "We Set the Best & Sente the Rest!' 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