Rappahannock News, May 6, 1998

274994 LIBRARY OF VIRGINIA 1100 CAPITOL ST RICHMOND VA 23219-3408 * * C 0 1 1 ’s Newspaper Since 1877 P. 4 Nk. .^4. r r. wv t» $r' t „ *2 .-ft 12l8t Year ... No. 18 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 1998 --Crimes (Community Newspapers 50 cents tarn Long Mountain Nursery, Inc., commercial growers and retail distributers of Richard and Sandra Antony. Rappahannock News Staff PhokVCarl Ebom specialty azaleas and rhododendrons, is owned and operated by Values, innovation bloom at Lons Mtn. By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer Long Mountain Nursery, Inc., commercial growers and retail distributers of specialty azaleas and rhododendrons, is a family » business# fhnft thff ground ttp.! Owners Bichard and Sandra Antony are prime examples of the modern small scale entrepreneur farmers who are part of the county’s gradual shift from large family holdings to small niche growers. Years of backpacking and camping in Shenandoah National Park introduced them to the region’s laid back country lifestyle and deeply rooted family values. An appreciation for Robert Frost and an accidentally discovered talent for raising delicate azaleas and rhododendrons gave them the opportunity to “take the road less traveled* ■nearly 20 years ago. *! s October, the Antonys found themselves considering an overgrown piece of property far off the beat-? en path. Across the fence line stood “a gorgeous stone house, with beautifully cared for fields and flowers,” said Richard. “It was easy to see what the property could become with hard work.” The work has paid off. After years of backbreaking labor clearing land and putting up buildings, the nursery comprises 13 individual irrigation zones, more than five miles of pipe, greenhouses, cold frames, and a mechanized potting production line designed and built by Antony himself from discarded washing •machine parts awd^ather casfoif' equipment. “One of the reasons we, moved to the country ffSrbih Adelphi, Md.) was that old-fashioned values persist (here). If you live a fanning lifestyle, the kids have to help (and be part of the family operation). Our children, Allison and Christopher, have been brought up with strong family values. It’s not ‘make work’ we’re doing here — it’s real work, (and our livelihood depends on every one’s contribution).* The Antonys and their four employees start more than 15,000 young azaleas and perennials from cuttings each year. Most are sold wholesale to a specialty ' retailer* ~ 1ft'—Fali-f&x. -v “Wholesaling is a low-markup, high volume business,* Antony explained. “Most wholesalers sell hundreds of thousands of plants. We would like to expand our direct retail operations but, (for many people), it’s a long three miles from (U.S.) 211.* Long Mountain keeps some 500 of the more than 900 azalea varieties as cutting stock, t See NURSERY, Page A8 School budget reduced By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer The county’s supervisors did manage to reduce the increase in the proposed school budget by $231,957.79 at . their regular meeting Monday. After a work session Friday, for which a good crowd showed up, the supervisors were provided with a different take on the feelings of many residents concerning the proposed budget. Washington resident Bob Bridges proposed that the board look at forming a Blue Ribbon Committee comprised of members of the various county boards, citizens from educational organizations in the county and even state and district representatives to create a pilot program to study projected growth, needs and possible expansion ideas for the schools. He said, “Rappahannock is one of the finest counties in the state but it won’t be the same if this (increasing budgets each year) continues.” William Dietel of Flint Hill called the budget “cautious and conservative” and told the board that no one had yet taken issue with the budget in terms of what it might be. He urged the board to do “serious long-term planning” for the schools and said funds should be appropriated to allow the superintendent and the school system to do a thorough cost analysis on how they’re going to solve the problems facing them in the next 10 years. He warned them against dealing with the issues by “crisis management” and said, “If there was ever a time to think and plan on the basis of thoughtful analysis, it is now.” Rick Kohler, of Washington, pointed out that the problem is with the state and its mandates. He said because Rappahannock is viewed as a rich county by the state (ranked as the 11th richest school district in the state), due- to increased property values here, the county’s yat** ing is higher and we get less funds than even surrounding counties like Culpeper. “Until we recognize and deal with the problem of mandates by the state coupled with the composite index...it’s impossible to have a meaningful conversation about the issue.” After having heard arguments for and against the proposed budget at last week’s public hearing and work session and this week’s board meeting, the supervisors went about the process of deciding what to approve and not. Their concerns centered around two main points: they felt the pay raises for support See BUDGET, Page A7 Old Bag Bulletins ST "P^,reMww,uebehlTd'May is Still on. The Keiay ton ^ 29 and ^aif^ther Settle at 675-3252. sign up call Portraits and The **"££££ Berman will Landscapes y toppahannock be on display at the rcapH Library throuf“!i Monarchs Men's The RaPPaha"”°Teir geason against u^ppahannock High School. Happening8 This Week WaS.h^,fSohnd Saturday Hiking SeriCS al pit1Fotintonation on the reception forMichelle M. Powell at the ^-E^atV0*' hbr'ary sponsored by the Lions Club. 03700 " 23050 112 Rappahannock New* P O box 59 Washington. Vt. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Johnson named to school board By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer At a special meeting on April 28, the county school board appointed Aline B. Johnson of Sperryville to fill the Piedmont District post that became vacant when Dennis Wingfield resigned April 1. The county will hold a special election later this year to fill the remainder of Wingfield’s term. Johnson, a lifelong resident of the county, served as Sperryville Postmaster until her retirement in 1979. A county school basketball coach and substitute teacher, Johnson was also vocational education advisor for James Madison University, Lord Fairfax Community College, and RCHS. In addition, Johnson served two terms on the Rappahannock County Social Services Board and one term on the RappahannockRapidan Community Service Board. She is currently a member of the RappahannockRapidan Human Rights Commission. See JOHNSON, page A7 TvP\y/rc iStevgSl^.n^ Mayor: Stewart Willis.73 votes Treasurer: Elaine Viguerie.53 votes Council: Alice Butler. 65 votes Steve Critzer.71 votes Rene Ruffner...54 votes Peter Skowronski.76 votes Charles Tompkins.81 votes By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer In Tuesday’s Town of Washington Council election J. Stewart Willis was reelected Mayor of the town with 73 votes. Former councilman Ray Gooch received 15 write in votes for the office and Harry Smoot received two write in votes for that office. Elaine Viguerie defeated incumbent Louise Van Dort with 53 votes to Van Dort’s 44. Incumbents Charles H. Tompkins III, Peter C. Skowronski and Steve Owen Critzer were reelected to council by votes of 81, 76 and 71 respectively. Both first time candidates Alice Butler and Rene Ruffner were elected, Butler with 65 votes and Ruffner with 54. Former councilman Reinhardt Lynch lost to Ruffner by four votes, receiving a total of 50. Write in votes for council were as follows: Ray Gooch, six, Mary Bailey, one and Tanya Richey, one. According to the Registrar’s Office 63 residents had voted by about 4:30 p.m. TXiesday and they expected another 20 or so to vote before the polls closed. Votes from absentee ballots totaled 13. During the time between 4:30 and 7 p.m., another 22 people voted, as the Registrar’s Office had predicted. The final vote total was 98 out of a possible 128 or about 77 percent. Tippet speaks on green development By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer Environmentalist John Tippett, executive director of Friends of the Rappahannock, briefed the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors on the economic and environmental benefits of “green development” practices at their meeting on May 4. Earlier this past month, Tippett discussed several innovative urban projects as part of Hunt Harris’ educational speakers series at the county library. According to Tippett, landscaped “raingardens* and parking lot biofilters have proven extremely effective in reducing surface water pollution and algae blopms in the Chesapeake Bay. “We’re downwind of the Ohio industrial plants," he explained. Nitrogen, phosphorus, and nitrous oxide compounds from auto exhaust constantly fall out of the sky onto rooftops, parking lots, and fields. Heavy metals, motor oils, and antifreeze add to the contamination. If the pollutants land on forests or other planted areas, the plants consume them as fertilizer or chemically bind them into their roots. However, pollutants deposited on buildings or parking lots are flushed into drains by the next rainstorm. The drains almost always lead into municipal wastewater treatment plants or environmentally sensitive streams and rivers. Based on comprehensive case studies, this damaging process can be changed. “It means taking a new perspective,” Tippett said. “Aesthetically, the raingardens and biofilters are very pleasing and they are marketable amenities” for subdivisions and shopping areas. They are also relatively inexpensive to build. The processes, which mimic either a natural forest or wetlands ecosystem depending on how they are designed, utilize large-rooted plants to help remove pollutants. Sandy loam soils also trap toxic chemicals by changing their electrical charges as they percolate through it. In the artificial wetlands, anaerobic bacteria consume nitrogen compounds, and heavy metals, such as cadmium, mercury, and arsenic sink to the bottom of the ponds. These are the same benefits that make environmentally friendly technology effective in greenhouse-style wastewater treatment plants. Some of the most innovative approaches to dealing with urban Sm TIPPETT, Page A8

District Court Docket • ■ : . ■ ■ ' . ' • ■ . .:V ■' ■ Vi; V"1’ ‘ ^ •; ■ ' ■ ■ ^• ’ ' ' : r: .. ... . . ^ . ■■ ■ ... ■■ ;■-. • 't ^ I m t » |p 111 The following cases were heard in the Rappahannock General District Court on Tuesday, April 21 and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Bonita Lynne Gatewood, driving on a suspended/revoked license, driver’s license suspended, $50/30, child safety violation, $50. James Alan Glover, 66/55, $33/30, no seat belt, $25. Karl William Greenwalt Jr., 67/55, $36/30, no seat belt, $25. Kathy Renae Greenwalt, no seat belt, $25. Gary Richard Greenwood, 67/55, $36/30. Guy Morris Gue, 67/55, $30/40, child safety violation, $50, no seat belt, $25. Shawn Russell Harlan, disregard stop sign, $35/40, no seat belt, $25. Brian Harraghy, 71/55, $48/55. Frank Alonzo Hazelwood, 70/55, $45/30, no seat belt, $25, no driver’s license in possess., complied with law. Betty L. Hernandez, child safety violation, $50. Robert W. Herring Jr., 66/55, $33/30. Scott Patrick Hicks, failure to yield right of way, $25/30. Frank Daniel Hogan, no seat belt, $25, child safety violation, $50. Miranda T. Hope, no seat belt, $25. Melissa C. Hutcheson, 68/55, $39/30. William Howard Jenkins Jr., 74/55, $57/30. Evelyn Rosie Johnson, no seat belt, $25. Andrew Lawrence Keaton, 68/55, $39/30, no seat belt, $25. Franklin Roosevelt Kirby, 69/55, $42/30. Vincent John Korfonta, 67/55, $36/30, no registration in possess., complied with law, no seat belt, $25, child safety violation, $50. Cindy Marie Larochelle, 71/55, continued to May 19, no seat belt, $25, no registration in possess., complied with law. Geraldine Marie Larson, expired inspection, $25/30. James Thomas Lindsay, 70/55, $45/40, expired registration, $35/2, no seat belt, $25. Wallace Robins Lindsey, 67/55, $36/30. Jose Abel Lopez, 72/55, $51/30, child safety violation, $50. William George Loveday III, 76/55, reckless driving, $100/30, no registration in pi ssess., $10/2. Thomas Francis Luddy, The following calls were routed through the dispatcher during the past week: April 27: 6:54 p.m., chimney fire, Route 606, Flint Hill, Flint Hill VFD, Washington VTD and Chester Gap VFD; 7:52 p.m., chest pains, Town of Washington, Washington vfd: April 28: 6:15 p.m., unknown fire, Route 639, Amissville, Amissville VFD. April 29: 5:46 a.m., difficulty breathing, Route 612, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD; 12:55 p.m., vehicle fire, U.S. 211, Washington, Sperryville VFD, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD; 1:55 p.m., chest pains, Main Street, Washington, Washington VFD and Flint Hill VFD. May 1: 1:51 p.m., seizures, Route 642, Amissville, Amissville VFD. May 2: 2:48 p.m., public service, Castleton area, Castleton VFD. May 3: 8:42 p.m., chest pains, U.S. 211, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD; 9:32 p.m., sickcall, Main Street, Sperryville, Sperryville VFD. The following calls were received by the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office during the past week: April 27: info.gen., Route 626/627, Washington, Route 645, Amissville, Town of Washington; parking violation, Route 622, Washington; stray livestock/horses, Route 628, Washington; stray livestock/horses, U.S. 522, Woodville; citizen request assist., Town of Washington; info.gen., U.S, 522, Flint Hill. April 28: stray livestock/horses, Route 729, Amissville; dog nuisance, Rouet 640, Amissville; intimidation, U.S. 211, Washington; susp. person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; stray cat or dog, U.S. 211, Sperryville; info.gen., U.S. 211, Amissville. April 29: stray livestock/horses, Route 729, Amissville; simple assault, Route 707, Boston; info.gen., U.S. 211, Bus. Washington; lost or missing dog, Route 621, PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION for COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK Public notice is hereby given that the Board of Equalization for Rappahannock County will meet on the days hereafter listed for the purpose of hearing complaints of unequalities including errors in acreage. Upon hearing such complaints, either oral or written, the Board will give consideration AND INCREASE, DECREASE OR AFFIRM such real estate assessments. Before a change can be granted, the taxpayer or his agent, must overcome a clear presumption in favor of the assessment. The taxpayer or agent must prove that the property is not uniform with other similar properties or prove that the property is assessed in excess of its fair market value. Appointments will be scheduled every 30 minutes to minimize waiting. To appear before the Board of Equalization, please call 540-675-2445, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Meetings of the Board to hear objections will be held at The Courthouse, Washington, VA. The dates and times are: Friday, May 8, 1998 - 1:00 p.m until 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 15, 1998 - 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. (Additional dates and times will be scheduled if necessary and advertised.) By order of the Rappahannock Board of Equalization. Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: Xappahannock Subscription Rates By Rappahannock.$21.°° Elsewhere in the U.S.*27. Name Address City. State Zip. Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahacmocii Nnm, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 s This form may also be used for \ CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 18828a) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washing^ Virginia 22747. Washington; info.gen., Route 636, Washington; dog nuisance, Route 616, Castleton; stray livestock/horses, Route 661, Castleton; welfare check, U.S. 522, Huntly. April 30: info.gen., Route 615, Castleton; stray livestock/horses, Route 649, Castleton; lost or missing dog, Route 610, Chester Gap; stray cat or dog, Route 626, Scrabble. May 1: traffic accident, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; traffic accident, U.S. 211, Washington; sexual assualt, U.S. 211, Washington; citizen request assist., Route 729, Amissville; animal control, U.S. 522, Sperryville; citizen request assist., U.S. 211, Sperryville; lost or missing dog, U.S. 522, Culpeper; welfare check, U.S. 522, Huntly; damage property, U.S. 211, Washington; info.gen., U.S. 211, Washington; citizen request assist., Route 231, Sperryville; harassing communication, U.S. 211, Sperryville; stranded motorist, U.S. 522/Route 231, Sperryville. May 2: info.gen., Town of Washington, Route 621, Woodville; stray cat or dog, U.S. 211, Amissville; intoxication, U.S. 211, Washington; conservation-animals, U.S. 211, Amissville; larceny-from yards, U.S. 211, Sperryville; lost or missing dog, Route 642, Amissville; public service, Route 729, Amissville; welfare check, Route 707, Slate Mills. May 3: info.gen., Route 659, Flint Hill; parking violation, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; civil problem, Route 619, Castleton; DUI-alcohol, U.S. 211, Washington; stray livestock/horses, Route 630, Flint Hill; citizen request assist., Route 608, Flint Hill; stray cat or dog, Rouet 612, Sperryville; stray cat or dog, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; residence, Route 640, Amissville; animal control, U.S. 211, Washington; conservation-animals, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; felony theft, Route 637, Flint Hill. fe I N Gi ol rn.i' i i .1 BINGO AT THE UNION HALL 231 CHESTER STREET EACH AND EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT I THIS WEEK'S TREASURE CHEST-$1,943* Only 14 Keys!!! !Doors open at 6 pm. Games start at 7 p.m. 1,000 Guaranteed Jackpot For Bingo Game Information or Regular Games $ 100 15 Minimum AdmissionUnion Hall Rental, CoH 5406366166 No Checks Please! irfimde -zeill ££€ ^ "Unique Catering" ’I''' THISTLE HILL COVERS CATERING FROM A TO Z Anniversaries Awards Banquets Business Meetings Church Functions Class Reunions Company Picnics Conventions Deck Parties Dinners Engagement Parties Family Reunions Fundraisers Golf Outings Graduation Parties (irand Openings Ground Breakings Hobday Events In-Plant Events Just Because Kick-Off Parties Luncheons Manufacturing Plants Neighborh<x>d Parties Open House Events Outdoor Events Picnics Quality Rehearsal Dinners Reunions Ribbon Cuttings State Conventions Topping Out Ceremonies Trade Shows I'niversity & School Events Value Wedding Receptions Xceilent Service Yard Celebrations Zee Best In Catering 5541 Sperryville Pike 540-987-9142 Saturday, May 9th, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Washington Firehall Washington, Virginia The Rappahannock County Lions are preparing for our annual auction. Once again, we are asking our community and surrounding neighbors for donations suitable for resale at this event. Gift certificates, antique furniture, working tools, collectible glassware, silver & gold jewelry, and other merchandise you may wish to donate to this community-minded organization will be greatly appreciated. Sorry - we cannot accept clothing, mattresses, nonworking appliances, or food for resale. The lions club returns the proceeds from this auction back into the community each year to help those who need it the most. One example is the Sight and Hearing Clinic held yearly at the local schools where all students are screened for possible problems. If you have something to donate, please call Roger Andrews at 987-8974 or Hal McDermott at 675-1028. Please help support vour LIONS CLUB!! Bill Payne Auctions. Inc. V.A.A.F. #330 540-937-4142 • 540-675-3729 Amiasville, VA 20106 Antiques • Real Estate • Liquidations • Collections 72/55, $51/30. Nicholas J. Lynn, 69/55, $42/30. Ronald William Makela, 67/55, continued to May 19. Barton C. Massey, 74/55, $57/30. Charles Frederick Mauer, DUI, $520/200 suspended, $50 cost, six months in jail, six days to serve, driver’s license suspended for three years. Bobby Allen McCoy, no seat belt, $25. Steven Wayne McCoy, 66/55, $33/40, no seat belt, $25. Harold Joseph McLemore, no seat belt, $25. Terrence Mathew Meeks, 76/55, reckless driving, driver improvement class, review Aug. 18, reduce to improper driving, $25/30. Anthony B. Mellow, no seat belt, $25. Carl Andrew Mundell, 79/55, reckless driving, $100/30, no registration in possess., complied with law. Nancy B. Muteff, no seat belt, $25. Robert Frederick Norton, 70/55, $45/30. Gordon L. Ober, 72/55, $51/30. W. Egan O’Brien II, no seat belt, $25. Ronald Scott Patrick, no seat belt, $25. Luther Edward Payne II, defective equipment, $30/30, no seat belt, $25. Lori Mechelle Peregory, no seat belt, $25. Tonya Marie Perkins, defective equipment, $35/40, no seat belt, $25. Dorothy Mae Pittman, no seat belt, $25. Gary G. Pittman, 67/55, $36/30, no seat belt, $25. Sarah E. Pratt, 80/55, reckless driving, $125/40. Gabriel Peter Pushkas, use radar detector, $40/2, 74/55, $57/30. Timothy S. Reiser, 70/55, $45/30. Richard Lee Runyon Jr., 74/55, continued to May 19. Watercolor workshop offered Learn to add new dimensions in color, composition, and texture to your watercolor painting. Master watercolorist, Edith Arbaugh will conduct a three-day watercolor workshop on May 15-17, at Shimmering Meadows Farm Studio located in Slate Mills, between Sperryville and Culpeper. The workshop will focus on expanding the students conceptual ideas about how to apply and use color, utilize unique compositional arrangements, and add texture for interest and complexity. Arbaugh will also cover basic watercolor techniques. The workshop is for all levels of painters from beginner to professional. This is a very special opportunity to study and learn from this artist. Arbaugh is a graduate of Greenbrier College and the University of Virginia and has taught classes and workshops for the past 34 years. She maintains a studio and is an active member and exhibitor in the McGuffy Art Center located in Charlottesville. She has an eye for dramatic compositions that are filled with surprise and energy, and her use and application of color washes are innovative and captivating. She has held many solo shows and her paintings hang in collections around the world. Shimmering Meadows is an affiliate of The Art League School, located in Alexandria. Students will paint from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost for the workshop is $165 and beverages will be provided. Contact Carol Vogel at 547-4385 for additional information. Mountafr/ k (540) 675-3707 , Collector's varieties of hardy Azalea, Hosta, Daylilies Open for retail Saturday 9-5, Sunday 1-5 through May 23 From Rt. 211, take R1 626 (Tiger Valley Road) south at Washington for 3 miles. At stop sign, turn right onto Long Mountain Road and travel 1/3 mile to entrance ■X Blue Moon Cafe Friday Entertainment, May 8 HOUSEGUEST: Steve Hagadorn Blues & Rock Beginning 9 p.m. $5 cover charge * Saturday Entertainment, May 9 The Black Heritage Orchestra from Germany ^ Blues & African Jazz • $5 cover charge Join us for Mother's Day brunch and dinner ffoir 11:30 to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Open mike, Tuesday nights Prime Rib Special - $12.95 - Bh*e Mw!? 0wm‘r8hiP- Chat Greene and Lauren Parti U.S. 211 West of Sperryville next to Mountainside Market _ 540-987-3162 LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED RESIDENTIAL-COMMERCIAL SERVICE Pest Control * Wood Destroying Insects j *50 OFF j New Residential j Termite Control i Service ! Expires 12-31-98 $25 OFF : New | Pest Control • Service ! 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Miracle from an egg, Part 1: Birth The four, newly-hatched bluebirds, all bulging eyes and fat abdomens, opened their mouths in a blind reaction to instinct. I glanced up at the elegant male that watched anxiously from a close perch while I, and my friend, looked into the nest box. “How can one of those,” I pointed into the nest box, “turn into that?” I gestured toward the adult. The transformation from blind, featherless pink blob to adult is sort of miracle: as much of a miracle as an acorn becoming a massive oak. The oak miracle can take 100 years whereas the bluebird transformation occurs in two months or less. Bluebirds, like robins, cardinals, wrens and, indeed all our song birds, are altricial. When the young hatch after 14 days of incubation, they are still embryos. Constant feeding and warmth are essential for their development into adults. The transformation is rapid. Once the male establishes territory, and after courtship, and nest construction, during which the mating has occurred, the female lays an All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott egg — usually at dawn — until she feels she has achieved the number — her clutch — nature has prescribed. She will not begin incubation — pressing her warm, blood-filled breast against the eggs -— until the clutch is complete though she may remain on the eggs to protect them from rain or very cold weather. Incubation is a serious, continual business. It is essential that the temperature of the eggs be kept constant. The male often feeds the incubating female. The reason for waiting until all eggs are laid before beginning incubation is clear: All of the eggs should hatch at one time and they do, within hours of each other. The pink blob emerging from an egg has no feathers, is blind, and requires constant attention. On hatching, a young bird is at the mercy of outside temperatures and must be protected from extremes of both cold and heat. Later, on about the eighth day, the bird’s internal thermostat begins to function and they become warm-blooded like humans. The initial, cold-blooded, condition reflects back to their remote ancestors, reptiles, which are cold-blooded throughout their lives. Hatchlings are constantly fed by both parents. The food — usually an insect beaten into edibility — is poked far down into the throat of a young bird; there a muscle is located that triggers off swallowing. Young birds continue to open their mouths and beg for food even after their stomachs are full and they can no longer swallow. In my years of studying and photographing birds I have spent many happily tense hours sitting in a blind waiting to capture nest behavior on film. A sequence of actions and reactions occurs when adults appear at the nest to feed the young. Students working on musical Plans aire underway for a dramatic musical called “Clowns” to be performed at the Rappahannock Elementary School the week of July 20. Not only will there be singing and speaking parts, but the actors involved (RCES students) will also be performing in sign language. All of this is taking place under the auspices of Headwaters, the Rappahan-nock County Public Education Foundation. The project originator, coordinator, and sign language consultant is Theresa Light of Woodville. Also involved are Eva and Lori Short of Woodville who will play director and production assistant respectively, and Joy Rollins of Amissville, who is musical director. Students entering first through seventh grades in the Fall of 1998 are eligible to audition for a role in “Clowns.” There will be 20 speaking parts, 20 dramatic clown parts (no speaking) and 20 choral parts. There is also a need for people with skill or experience in lighting, costuming, clown make-up, carpentry, sound effects, and stage design. f/fMountain Laurel ^-Montessori School A learning environment which encourages: Exploration Respect Responsibility Joyfulness Self-Direction For Children Ages 2 7? to 12 Years Now accepting applications for children between ages 2 'h 7 P.O. Bo* 102, Front Royal, VA 22630 (540) 636-4257 Information about auditions for “Clowns” has been sent home with each elementary school student this week. Rehearsals will take place at RCES every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning from 9 am to 12 p.m. from June 23 through July 16. Three performances will be given during the week of July 20. For information about this production, call Thereasa Light at 9879523. Several donations to underwrite this project have already been received, but additional funding is being sought. Call the Headwaters office at 675-1819 if you are interested in helping. Entertainment • May 8, at 8 p.m. the Black Heritage Orchestra, featuring Mike Russell, will play at The Theatre. Tickets are $10. Call RAAC at 675-3193 for reservations. •May 15, at 8 p.m. the RAAC film is L.A. Confidential at The Theatre. Tickets are $5, children under 12, $3. • May 16, at 8 p.m. Joe Rinaldi returns to the theater at Washington, Va., with his quintet to play an evening of Dixieland jazz. Tickets are $14 with reservation and $15 at the door. Students 18 and under pay half price. For reservations phone 675-1253. ! I r i i I [< Battery Chargers/Boosters • Grease Guns • Air Hose • Toolboxes • SAS Safety ... Napa Tools & Equipment 2uipment i Sale Save Now On Professional Quality Tools and Equipment One Day Only Thursday, May 14 • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Great Values, Wide Selection B<SdB SERVICE CENTER US 211 • Spcrryvilltr. VA • 987-8686 Come for lunch. • Hot dogs and drinks. 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This sound, plus the slight jouncing of the nest, results in three or four wide open mouths. Apparently the parents do not count in the sense that we do for the food is poked into the widest mouth reaching the highest. In the event that this young one has a full stomach and cannot swallow the parent gives it to another nestling. After each feeding, the nest is given a through cleaning. The metabolic rate of a young bird is rapid. A young bird that weighs two grams at hatching will weigh 100 grams as an adult; this often occurs in only three weeks. Excrement is constantly being expelled in the form of a membranous sac, a sort of disposable diaper. The adult often plucks this from the rear end of the young as it emerges. For a few days after hatching this sac contains so many nutrients that adults swallow it. Later it will be carried far from the nest and dropped. Were it allowed to collect under the nest, it would attract predators. Cleanup effort Photo Courtesy of Laurie Marshall Teens of the Creative Community Youth Corps, from left, Olive Krump, David Disbrow, Emily Sims, Summer Craig, Louisa Engle, Shane Roberts and Jeremy Slack donated a Saturday afternoon to cleaning and yardwork for the Area Agency on Aging’s Rappahannock Nutrition Site. Fox honored for 50 years service With 50 years of federal service behind him — 20 years in the army and 30 in the Post Office in Warrenton — Robert Fox shows no sign of slowing down. “Around here we say that he carries circles around men half his age, and that’s true,” said Warrenton postmaster Rickey Dean. “I may go another 50 years,” Fox joked, “I figure that the tough part is over. The rest should be like going downhill.” Fox served in the front lines in the Korean War and was awarded the Bronze Star. “Robert is great,” Dean said. “He’s never sick, he’s always here and he carries one of the larger routes in the town.” In the ‘70s Fox was accompanied by a dog named Fluffy who walked the route with him. Fox is a member of the Postal Service’s Carrier Alert L J Robert Fox Program, a program in which carriers watch out for senior citizens on their route. That came in handy one day. Dean related the story: ? “One lady used to meet Robert on her front steps every day, and one day she wasn’t out there. Robert knew that she was at home, so he knocked on the door, called out her name and eventually found a way to get into the house. He found that she had fallen on the stairs and was unable to get up. Robert called for help. He probably saved that lady’s life.” Fox has also been active in his community of Sperryville in Rappahannock County devoting time to help rebuild the Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church. The ceremony held Thursday, April 23 was not for Fox’s retirement. “It was a celebration of his 50 years of service to this country,” Dean related, “but Robert intends to keep on going.” WE'RE EXPECTING A NEW ARRIVAL. Announcing the New Maternal/Child Health Wing Opening Summer, 1998. Soon, having a baby at Culpeper Memorial Hospital will be even more personal and special than ever. In the new wing, to open this summer, you'll stay in one, homelike suite through labor, delivery and recovery. Whirlpool baths, central monitoring of all patient rooms and private, postpartum rooms are a few of the features we're adding. Our family of caring professionals includes board-certified obstetricians, board-certified or qualified pediatricians, lactation consultants and skilled nurses. Our compassionate staff uses some of the latest technology, such as state-of-the-art fetal monitors. Before and after the birth, we offer helpful classes on prepared childbirth, pregnancy, breast-feeding, parenting and after-baby care. Should your stay be less than 48-hours after giving birth, we can arrange to have a nurse go to your home to make sure you and your baby are doing fine. Check in to Culpeper. CULPEPER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL The Right Skills. Right Here.

SPORTS Track team members racing to wins By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock High School track team is heading toward district finals. On April 22 they competed at Manassas Park and lost the meet by just one point, 72-71. Coach Jim Roszak said he felt the meet was a good one for the team. Adam Starks won first place in the 300 meter dash, Chris Dennis took first in the mile, Mark Wilson took first in the two mile, the\ boys 4x400 relay team — David Loebs, Starks, Dennis and Tommy Baldwin — took first and B.J. Christian beat out the competition in the shot put to take first while Michael Settle took second in that event and Loebs took fourth. Kyla Andreoni took third in the 110 meter hurdles and Sarah Roszak came in third in the 100 meter dash. They then participated in the Wrangler Invitational at Brentsville on April 25. Starks came in second in the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 43.2. Williams was second in the 3,200 meter run. Roszak said the team did well but that they lack enough girls to make a strong girls team and have relied on the individual effort of each team member. The girls 4x100 meter relay team, comprised of Tammy McDaniel, Jessie Gheen, Kyla Andreoni and Daisy Johnson took sixth place at the Invitational. The boys 4x400 meter relay team took third. On April 29, the Panthers participated in a dual meet at Luray. Dennis took first place away from state qualifier Matt Schu of Luray with a time of 4:05 in the 1,600 meter run. Williams came in third in that race. Starks took first in the 300 meter hurdles, third in the triple jump and was part of the 4x400 relay team in that meet, which took first. Williams was second in the two mile. His best time for that FURNITURE Name-Brand Manufacturers Buy direct • Save up to 50%, lower than local stores. event so far this year is 11:00 flat. Christian took first place in the shot put at Luray with a distance of 42 feet even. 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ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 LURAY SHOPPING CENTER • LURAY, VA • (540) 743-1110 • HOURS: MON.-FRI. 10-8; SAT. 9-8; SUN. 12:30-5:30 WARRENTON CENTER • WARRENTON, VA • (540) 347-1820 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 Photos Courtesy of Jim Roszak GOT IT: Chris Dennis and David Loebs make the pass during the 4x400 meter relay. •: . j JV softball downs Manassas with a single, a double, a triple and a home run, with a total of six RBIs. Kate Wilson also hit a home run and two singles. Amy Clinedinst and Stephanie Grigsby both bunted successfully for a total of five singles. Austin Bouffard had two singles and a double and Crystal Grigsby had a single and a triple. Defensively, Bouffard led with two unassisted and two assisted outs. Amber Welch caught two deep fly balls in left field. Catcher, Dana Caldwell caught a girl out stealing home. “Aggressive base running led to seven steals and successful bunting blew this game open. Our girls laid down seven successful bunts, loading the bases for our heavy hitters,” said assistant coach Rose Ann Sharp. “Kelly had some solid defense behind her pitching that led to the victory. It was great to see it all pull together.” Basketball camp sign up The fourth annual Baltimore’s Basketball Camp will be held at Rappahannock County High School from June 16 through 20 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. each day. Last season was great for both Rappahannock’s junior varsity and varsity basketball teams. The varsity team advanced to the Regional Tournament at Orange County High School. For the programs to be continually successful, student athletes are strongly encouraged to participate in the rapidly growing camp. The camp costs $75, which is non-refundable. A payment of $20 and the application are due by May 14. Applications are available at the high school. Checks should be made payable to Eugene Baltimore. Campers will improve their skills throughout the week by participating in: • offensive and defensive drills; • guest lectures; • working with coaches and players; • one-on-one competitions; • five-on-five competitions; • an all-star game on Saturday, the Camp All-Stars versus Baltimore’s All-Stars. The following coaches are scheduled to attend: • Eugene Baltimore, Rappahannock’s varisty head coach; • Reed Gillespie, Rappahannock’s varsity assistant coach; • Jason Gochenour, Rappahannock’s junior varsity coach; • Mark Palmer, Broadway’s varsity head coach; • Bill Cieslewski, Warren County’s assistant coach. For more information, call Baltimore at 987-8575.

lions celebrate 40th anniversary at Charter Night ’•••M il i1 Ihe Rappahannock Lions club held it’s “Charter Night” and awards ceremonies Thursday, April 23, at the Country Club of Culpeper. It was the club’s 40th anniversary. According to immediate past president, Frank Warner who organized the affair and served as master of ceremonies, it was a grand affair indeed, attended by about 75 participants. International Association of -Lions Club District 24-A :■ Rappahannock nature camp '5 opens in June - By Lyt Wood * Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The 11th Rappahannock Nature Camp will be a fresh ^ .mixture of traditional, time.-proven activities and brand> pew experiences. This will be the fourth season at Singing Creek, along the Hazel River south of Sperryville. The camp is sponsored by the Piedmont Environmental Council and the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. Many of our campers have become old friends, though they may never see each other outside the three weeks of camp. Some keep coming back, eventually serving as counselors and instructors. everyone on stan this year has experience at ouf camp. Jamie Harris, who along with Van Carney will initiate a class called “Hiking!” was a camper at our first session in 1998. Carney has taught his own herpetology class for the past two years. (Our campers know that “herpetology” is the study of reptiles and amphibians — snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs and salamanders.) Other former campers who will be on staff are Tom Fort, Arlen Sherwood, Ruth Purnell, and Alex Purnell. Robin Purnell, well-known artist and former camp director, will be here to show us how to “Make a Nature Book.” Collecting clay and making sculptures. Touching harmless rat snakes and learning to identify poisonous ones. Naming the moths that come to the greenhouse lights at night. Building a dam to create a shallow swimming hole. Catching salamanders and worms to feed them, then watching them swim away on the last day of camp. . . These are some of the traditional experiences that campers can look forward to. Oh yes, and our favorite game, “Capture the Flag.” As for new experiences, there will be more of a focus on learning all about plants and animals and how we, as human beings, relate to them. Swallowtails in the garden, tree frogs in the new frog pond, skinks in the new pole bam, graceful hemlocks along the Hazel River Trail. . . these will become our friends, and we will get to know them better. How does an owl fly so quietly through the dark woods? We will see that an owl’s feathers have fringed edges, which soften the sound of flapping wings. Do you know where a tree’s food comes from? (Not the soil!) Did you know that all kinds of plants undergo a kind of metamorphosis, a change in form and color, just like tadpoles and butterflies? Do you know how to tell which bumblebees can sting you? You can catch the one’s that can’t, and make them sing. We won t be working with photos or work sheets or text books. We’ll be getting close to the real things. The camp has so much support from so many people in the community. That is what makes it special. And the folks at RLEP make it possible. There is so much that happens behind the scenes: volunteers, financial backing, visiting instructors, endless chores. . . RLEP does it all. The Rappahannock Nature Camp is held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., five days a week, with three one-week sessions, starting June 22. Campers can attend for one, two, or three weeks, and must be 8- to 14-years-old. For information call Wood at 675-1088. v There is room for only 30 campers per session, so sign up now! (Virginia) Govenor, William E. Bartlett Jr. was the featured speaker. The program began with an impressive opening ceremony wich included a special presentation of a citation issued by the Governor of Virginia to family of the late Paul A. Nichols. Nichols charter life member who passed away in October 1996, and for whom April 23, 1997 was designated “Paul A. Nichols Day” by the club and by the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County was recognized for having donated his eyes through the Lions Clubs’ Eye Bank Program. His wife was slated to make the presentation, but was unable to attend due to a death in the family. After the introduction of the head table, the presentation of Monarchs/Chevrons, and the introduction of guests a delicous beffet dinne was served. Just as the dessert was being finished, the group was favored by a violin solo by 12-year-old Dale Forrester, who for the third BIG WOODS SPORTING CLAYS Summer 1998 Schedule Wed.-Sun, 9K)0 a.m.-6K)0 p.m. Ideal Terrain-Beautiful Ben Venue Course-Shooter Friendly/Flexible. 2 Tbwers, State of the Art Lincoln Traps. All the Traditional Shots, Targets, Angles. Other Shooting Options Available-I.P.S.I.CyC.Q.B., Jager Shoot. Since 1989. Phone for Time-slot (540) 675-2601 r year in a row was the instrumental winner of the Lions annual James Bland Music Contest. In addition to Forrester, Lion Bob and Virginia Scott presented a humorous little skit entitled “Friendship” which might have been intended to indicate that friendship is all that is needed to make it through 60 years of marriage — which is what they will soon celebrate. Before that, Lion Norman Getsinger thrilled the audience with his presentation of Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain), “in character” and “in voice”. Lion Roger Andrews presented the club history, including information on how the International Association of Lions Clubs got started in Chicago in 1917. He went to tell the group about the founding of “Rappahannock Lions in March of 1958 by 28 dedicated souls and how the struggles down through the years, and that dedication and hard work kept the club going even when the going got tough. Membership reached a high of 45 members in 1997. The sustaining element of this club has been the making and selling of apple butter to raise money for the club’s outreach activities. More recently, however, the club has taken some additional fund raisers such as the annual auction and the annual raffle draw down which have been very successful and permitted the club to expand its efforts in the community. During the last club year (which closed June 30, 1997) the club raised and distributed more than $16,000. President Guy E. “Butch” Foster III then addressed the group and gave out the following awards: “Exceptional and Dedicated Service Award” to club secretary Ken Marlor, and to club treasurer Emerson Williams, the “President’s Appreciation Award-in recognition of Exceptional Leadership and Devoted Service” to immediate past president, Frank Warner; also received his 10 year chevron. ^—gg) QJeoU/w Sfte&fozanfe' ^faliano A pleasant surprise in downtown Winchester with patio, al fresco! Regular menu plus specials. Smoke-Free Environment Chef Franco & Marcella Stocco, Owners Reservations Recommended 181 N. Loudoun St., Winchester VA L (540) 667-8006 JJ Photo Courtesy of Rappahannock Lions Club LIONS CELEBRATE: Charter member Ray T. Cannon, seated, receives the 50/50 winnings from Lion Tamer J.R. Goolsby. District Governor Bill Bartlett addressed the club congratulating the members on their 40th anniversary, pledging his support and recognizing the club’s accomplishments over the years. Election of officers for 199899 was held and the following were elected: President, Hal McDermott; first vice president, Jeff Light; second vice president, Harry Purdy; third vice president, Bob Metcalfe; secretary, Ken Marlor; treasurer, Emerson Williams; lion tamer, JR. Goolsby; tail twister, John Schultz. 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———HXappaljannotfe iSetos— 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 in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to I960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747*0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations Our View A fair deal Supervisors trim school budget, attempt to level raises for school employees The Rappahannock Board of Supervisors get a hand this week for slicing off a total of $231, 957.79 from this year’s proposed county school budget. While many are no doubt disappointed the budget did not pass as proposed there are also many who are happy it did not. The supervisors had to weigh all those factors in making their decisions. With the amount the supervisors intend to put back into the school budget to cover a 3.75 percent raise for school bus drivers, food service workers, maintenance personnel and teachers aids, the cut will actually amount to around $80,000 to $85,000 out of local spending according to John McCarthy. This translates to about one and a half cents on the tax rate. The supervisors will look at ways to cut approximately another $30,000 or so from the remaining portion of the county budget when they meet next month. That would result in a tax rate of 81 cents and will equalize the tax rate for this year. The supervisors are also erring on the side of caution with regards to the expansion of the high school and future capital improvements. Supervisors Mike Massie and Roger Welch volunteered to work with the school board to form a plan for future expansion needs. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Ebom Kyla Andreoni, left, and Summer Alexander exit the limousine at the After Prom Party held at Dominion Health and Fitness Club in Front Royal Saturday night after the prom at Rappahannock High School. L On behalf of the Trinity Church Garden Guild, I wish to thank all those who made our first “Great Spring Garden Sale;” such a resounding and delightful success. Professional vendors and volunteers alike devoted much time, thought, and effort into organizing, growing, selecting, and labeling, literally thousands of large and small treats for gardens of every size, aspect, and degree of formality. Fresh fruits and veg Down Memory Lane 30 Years Ago Thursday, May 8, 1968 Beverly Atkins reigned supreme as Queen of Health during May Day Health Day festivities at Sperryville Elementary School Friday, with her King, Steve Leake. Harrison F. Wolf, son of Commander and Mrs. Irvin O. Wolf, was promoted to Army Major on April 10 at Ft. Benning, Ga. where he is a student at the U.S. Army Infantry Center. He entered the Army in 1958. A release from the Crop Reporting Board shows that stocks of all wheat on April 1, 1968 were 19 percent greater than on April 1, 1967 but still were more than a third below average. 25 Years Ago Thursday, May 3, 1973 Donna Cannon, of Castleton received top honors in the Glenwood Park 4-H and FFA Angus Heifer Show Saturday, April 28, near Leesburg. A ceremony and Court of Honor was held recently for all Rappahannock County Girl Scouts. Joanna Sobel and Brenda Haines received pins repeating the newly adopted promise and law. Numerous individual badges were awarded. Photo Courtesy of the First Washington Museum A LOOK BACK: A view of the courthouse in Washington, Va. earlier this century. 10 Years Ago Thursday, May 6, 1988 Trooper R.E Keen has become Rappahannock’s newest State Trooper, replacing TVooper R.A Baines, who was transferred earlier this year. Crowning of the RCHS prom Queen took place Saturday April 30, when Angie Armentrout was crowned Queen. Two Rappahannock students have been named to the academic dean’s list at Lord Fairfax Community College they are Peter Skowronski and Elizabeth Scherschel. J Letters Grateful to all who helped etables abounded, as did striking garden sculptures and containers. The loan donation of two tents enabled everyone to keep dry during the inevitable brief shower. Eileen Day assured the vendors of a nearby and convenient place to park while the fire hall did the same for visitors. The thanks of many purchasers go to the Washington Post garden writer Adrian Higgins for providing such expert advice on numerous plants in the unfamiliar category and to Rappahannock County’s own David Ginder for his multimentions of the Fodderstack Race and the sale on National Public Radio. I am particularly appreciative of the pre-sale publicity provided by the Rappahannock News for the sale in general and vendors in particular; it was truly crucial in getting the word out for this first time effort. Of course, super thanks must go to noted landscape architect Florence Everts who provided the guild with a lovely drawing of the proposed Middle Street garden, funding for which is the principal reason behind this and future Great Spring Garden Sales. It will truly be an architectural and gardening delight, not only for Trinity Church, but for the core of the village and for all who pass through and visit it. And what have we achieved so far as an immediate result of these combined efforts? Not only a financial start to building the garden, but enthusiasm. This has already been expressed in concrete fashion by our first offer of a donation of some of the trees planned for the garden. So we are off and running and grateful to all those who made our super-succesful sale happen. Katherine Stark Bull Sale Chairwoman Help celebrate teachers’ work The week of May 3-9 is nationally recognized as Teacher Appreciation Week. We are fortunate in our county to enjoy a long history of excellence in our teaching staff. This is an open invitation ti Rappahannock students of all ages, present and former, to help honor our dedicated educators this week and beyond. If there is a Unique teacher in your present or past, please honor him or her by sending in a letter telling us why he or she stands out in your memories of schooling. The purpose of this invitation is to celebrate and honor the qualities of excellence in teaching, so, while you may want to name your special teacher it is not necessary to do so. You may send your tribute to: Special Teacher, c/o Raye Tupper or Richard Smith, RCES, 34 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Va. 22747, or drop it by the school office. Your letter will be shared with our staff, although your name and the name of the teacher honored will be kept anonymous. Thank you for helping us celebrate this important event! Raye Tupper, Principal ■ Richard Smith, - Assistant Principal.: Come help celebrate We want to take this opportunity to thank the Rappahannock News for their continuing coverage of our business, Faith Mountain Company. We would like to make one little correction in the information provided in the story from April 22. We have two wonderful store supervisors: Eileen Grady and Barbara Gore. However, our store manager is Mary Turner (who is also great), which was not men tioned in the story. The three of them very closely coordinate all of the efforts required to turn our new store into a great place to shop and have fun in Sperryville. In fact, we would publicly like to thank all of our store staff for working so hard on this huge project. In addition, we have had a great outpouring of help from the employees in other areas of the company. The saying “many hands make light the work” has certainly been demon strated at Faith Mountain this past month. Thanks to I all the staff for their hard * work and efforts. ' We will be celebrating our I 21st year in business on May 23 and 24, Memorial Day weekend, with a grand opening festival for our new store! - We hope all county residents * will come and visit us. Thanks for all your support through the years! Cheri and Martin Woodard Sperryville The news from Virginia’s only horse racing track, Colonial Downs, gets worse all the time. The company that owns it lost nearly $1 million in the first quarter, attendance at the present harness racing meeting isn’t very good, and there seems no immediate prospect of getting voters to approve new off-track betting facilities that are vital if the track is to succeed. Harness racing isn’t my cup of tea, though I might get down to the track a time or two during the current meeting just for a bit of recreation. Besides that, I’m not sure exactly how long 111 have any opportunity to attend races and bet horses at a state track. At this point, you’re probably wondering what horse racing has to with Virginia politics? Well, for one thing, the voters of the state overwhelmingly approved of parimutuel wagering on horses more than a decade ago, but since then curious things have happened. When Colonial Downs was built — a beautiful track on a terrible location — those who invested in it as well as state racing officials knew full well it would never be able to survive unless it could depend on year- around revenues from off-track horse betting parlors. So far only four such parlors have been opened in the state and no parlor has been approved in any state locality by voters since 1994. Most importantly, none of the parlors are located north of Richmond where the state’s heaviest population is concentrated and where, because of proximity to Maryland and West Virginia, there are certainly more horse players per capita than in rest of Virginia. But in referendum after referendum in Northern Virginia localities off track betting parlors have been rejected. And since any such parlors must be approved locally, there are none from Richmond to the D.C. line. This is democracy at work and if the people of Arlington or Manassas Parji or Fredericksburg, or wherever, don’t want betting parlors they have every right to reject them, something they have consistently done. And whether Colonial Downs survives or not makes little difference since horse racing, once the nation’s largest spectator sport, is gradually going the way of the dinosaur. Any revenues con tributed to states from horse racing are a drop in the bucket compared to the revenues from lotteries which are stupendous, though playing lotteries is the world’s biggest sucker bet. Play a horse at 30-1 and folks give you look as if you’re really stupid, but play Virginia lottery at odds of 7.1 million-1 and it’s considered routine, though the state is extracting half of every dollar bet. Even more curiously, legislators who have fought the spread of horse betting parlors where mostly old geezers (including this one) sit around with racing forms and try to figure a way to break even since they need the money, have been falling all over themselves to get a share of lottery profits for whatever pet projects they have, including school construction. And I daresay there isn’t any legislator in Virginia who would who would publicly suggest that the gambling game known as Bingo and sponsored by churches, rescue squads, fire departments, veterans groups and fraternal orders, should be abolished. Yet more people spend more money week after week on Bingo and legal gambling pull tabs than horse players would ever bet if there were several dozen horse betting parlors in the state. I saw the great horse Secretariat at Doswell, before he raced as a 2 year-old and I have at home a framed photo of him winning the 1973 Kentucky Derby. He never raced in his home state, of course, and the odds are that any future Secretariats won’t race here either since Colonial Downs has become a longshot proposition to survive. The most important reason ; for its demise would be lack of • the off-track parlors that bring in a steady revenue flow, but though the facilities are magnificient, they are smack in the middle of nowhere and the track should have either been - in Northern Virginia or a lot ; closer to the Norfolk-Virginia Beach area. But not to worry. Even without a track or horse betting parlors, Virginians would still have their state-sanctioned gambling in the form of lotteries, Bingo, pull tabs and the like. John Goolrick, a former political reporter, is now an aide to 1st District Rep. Herbert Bateman. Opinions expressed are his own and the author wants to make clear that Rep. Bateman opposes offtrack horse betting parlors.

TSA students bring home awards By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer TechnoSphere ‘98, the Virginia TSA Leadership conference was held April 17-19 in Hampton. TSA students from Rappahannock once f again brought home trophies. Ian Blubaugh was the only high school student to bring hoiiie a trophy. Blubaugh placed second in -extemporaneous speaking out of 43 competitors. He also ! placed third in the state in THE CHAMP: Ian Blubaugh was the big winner at the conference for Rappahannock. Technical Research and Report Writing. He said he was surprised with his second place win out of all the others who competed. At the middle school level Rappahannock had quite a few students who placed at the state level. Heather Hensley placed third in Video Challenge and was a Manufacturing Challenge finalist. Brandon Dawson also placed third in Video Challenge and was a Tech Bowl finalist and a Structural Challenge finalist. Houston Haynes and John Ferdetta both place third in Mechanical Challenge. Haynes also placed as a finalist in Inventions and Innovations and Manufacturing Challenge. Ferdetta placed as a finalist in System Control and Structural Challenge. Justun Clarambeau and Elliot Nichols both placed as finalists in System Control. Clarambeau placed as a Manufacturing Challenge finalist and Nichols as a Tech Bowl finalist as well. Team adviser Ron Vickers said, “This is a great opportunity for the students we have in classes to compete against their peers across the state. These students have won in Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Jan LaValley TSA AWARDS: From left, John Ferdetta, Houston Haynes, Heather Hensley and Brandon Dawson were winners at the TechnoSphere ‘98, the Virginia TSA Leadership conference held April 17-19 in Hampton. regional competition in individual contests and others have worked in teams to compete for the first time. “The event guidelines change almost every year with newer technologies,” he added. “We have to keep alert to notice these. Rappahannock students have faired very well for many years at this statewide event. Parents and residents in Rappahannock should be proud of their sons and daughters accomplishments, since they really are the leaders of tomorrow.” Vickers noted that Rappahannock will be sending several students to the National Conference to be held in Pittsburg, Pa. June 20 through 24. Post Office’s area food drive starts Saturday “Celebrate the Century” con| tinues in May with the balloting | for the 1960s stamps. You may 5 vote on the stamp subjects you j think will best represent the | achievements, people, and | events of the decade. Categories | include science and technology, | people and events, arts and | entertainment, sports and i lifestyle. Ask for your ballot at ! any Post Office and put youi | stamp on history. Tlie third in the series ot | “Celebrate the Century” stamps goes on sale this month with the issuance of a set of fifteen stamps. The 1900 and 1910 sets Postal Pointers. ■ From Rappahannock Postmasters which were issued in February are still available at your local Post Office along with special “Celebrate the Century” merchandise depicting some of the more popular stamps. Customers in the 227 delivery area in Rappahannock are being asked to participate in the area food drive on May 9. Residents in Boston, Woodville, Castleton, Viewtown, and Washington may leave canned or packaged foods in their mailboxes to be collected by the carrier or may bring the items to their local Post Office before closing on Saturday morning. Sperryville customers may bring food items to the Post Office on either Friday or Real Power. Real Performance. The Honda 4000 Series Lawn Tractor — __ • Powerful Honda 20hp V-Twin Engint • Convenient electric starting/dual head lamps • Infinitely variable hydrostatic transmission • 48" steel mowing deck with anti-scalp rollers • 7 mowing heights (1M-4“) • Adjustable high-back seat • 5 optional attachments HA4120H48A i No Payments for 6 Months $0 Down/$0 Interest Option* >bur Authorized Full Service Dealer. HONDA Lawn & Garden Products That Work SWAN’S M1.11.-ln. y.A, SWAN, JR. & CO IMM.f fr,i Ifoflniafl I iiiw Hi. 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Special flyers will be sent out reminding rural residents to inspect their mailboxes and make any repairs and improvements that may be needed. This may include straightening or realigning the post, painting the box, and repairing or replacing worn flags or hinges. Well maintained mailboxes make delivering and receiving mail safer for our carriers and our customers. The Perfect Gift ...Anytime ■ UMimStRA “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” tells the story of Rappahannock County and its people The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquincentennial year in | the Rappahannock News plus stories of historical interest from past years. Featuring chapters on education, soldiers, doctors, slavery, freemen and integration, mountain people and the park, The Depression, old mills and settlements, travel, entertainment, natural disasters, mountain justice and farming. The collection of articles was written by the Rappahannock News staff with the help and j cooperation on hundreds of Rappahannock people. Stop by the Rappahannock News office or call 675-3338 for your copy “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” $11.95 plus tax and $ 1.90 for postage Budget From Page A1 personnel, teachers and administrators should be on a more even keel; and they did not want taxes raised this year (a point they heard repeatedly from those who spoke against the budget). While they felt the 5 percent raise for teachers was fine they did not think the difference in the raises for administrative personnel and support personnel was fair. They cut function one (instruction) by $60,684 — most of which came from administrative salary proposals. They also asked superintendent Dr. David Gangel to provide them with a breakdown of the support personnel (bus drivers, food service workers, maintenance workers, and teachers aids) salaries and what a 3.75 percent raise would mean in additional funds as compared to the 3 percent which was proposed. Once they determine this they will instruct the funds necessary to ensure that raise for support personnel be factored back in. They cut function two (administration, attendance and health total) by $35,311 to bring it to $526,707. They then changed function three and made it $584,893 instead of $579,052.74 in order to add in additional funds for bus drivers and personnel. Function four, function five and function seven, for operation and maintenance services, school food service and debt service respectively, were passed as they stand in the proposed budget. The amount proposed for function four was $501,263.30 (about $30,000 under last year’s budget), for function five $89,591 (a little over $6,000 more than last year) and for function seven, $279,476.26, or $41,328.49 less than last year. They reduced function six, facilities, from $381,500 to $239,500. The reduction were made from the architec tural services amount proposed and the capital improvements amount proposed. The board funded enough to cover the cost of renovations needed for this year and matching costs, but was reluctant to fund more until the state monies come in. They will make appropriations for those additional items at a later date. The budget was approved at $7,114,305. Some funds will be added for the increase of 3.75 percent in salary to support personnel. County Administrator John McCarthy said that adjustment will result in a reduction of about $80,000 to $85,000 from the school budget and the board will try to reduce the remainder of the county budget by $30,000 or so in order to equalize the tax rate this year. In other business: • The board heard a report on the landfill from Jeff Fantell, project engineer and Butch Johnson, of Joyce Engineering. They are waiting on the permanent request to close cells one and two. New and tougher restrictions at the DEQ last year caused a delay. He discussed alternate packages for caps for the cells and brought samples of materials to show the supervisors. The alternate cap they are proposing would save the county money. They hope to have written approval from the DEQ on their ruling soon. • The board passed a resolution to add Four Springs Lane to the VDOT Six Year Road plan. • McCarthy reported that the current forms and computer software for the personal property tax on cars must be redone due to the new car tax regulations. The state has said they will reimburse counties for the cost. • The budget work session for the county will be held May 25 at 7 p.m. • Raymond Brown was approved as the new member -to the County Planning Commission for the Jackson District. Rappahannock News gift subscriptions are enjoyed all year!

Tippett From Page A6 runoff pollution are so economically beneficial they “sell themselves,” said Tippett. They are the “centerpiece of sustainable development projects” and illustrate “what it means to be a good steward on a development site.” Some of the best examples are VDOT and municipal applications, including urban conservation programs, bird sanctuaries, and parks. Tippett is traveling throughout the Chesapeake basin talking to citizens’ groups, developers, and county leaders about these projects and other FOR initiatives. “Good stewardship and the pursuit of a healthy economy can be very complimentary,” he said. Johnson From Page A1 Commending both Johnson and Dorothy Butler, who also applied for the appointment, county school superintendent Dr. David Gangel commented, “It was a tough decision. They are both well-qualified and fine people.” Citizens attending the special board meeting presented a petition and strongly supported Johnson’s candidacy. Said Johnson, “I’m very pleased I was chosen. I’ll strive to do my best (for the community) and for the children.” Nursery From Page A1 bringing in new varieties every year. After analyzing potential market conditions, the Antonys select different varieties to offer for sale, rotating through them periodically to see which perform and sell best. “We’re trying to get the best 200,” Antony said. Azaleas and rhododendrons can be very temperamental, requiring acid, organic soils and protection from the cold. Some varieties are not hardy enough for stressful mountain conditions. Others simply won’t grow in containers. “We tend to go back to old ones (that have proven successful).” According to Antony, “the industry, as a whole, is starting to move toward good doers that perform well and are A Salute to Culpeper Memorial Hospital, FamilyCare Home Health and Hospice Care, and Pinebrooke-UVa NURSES In Recognition oi Week of the Nurse • We would like to take this opportunity to thank our outstanding nurses for their care, competence, compassion and courtesy. We appreciate and value their professionalism and commitment. They are the heart of our organization. CQ ■ UO CULPEPER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL The Right Skills. Right Here. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Ebom MUTUAL SUPPORT: Richard and Sandra Antony. hardy.” Adds Sandra Antony, “the plants are never heated and are never actually in the ground. If they make it out here, you know they (will do well), especially in Northern Virginia.” As an engineering consultant and chief scientist for a defense contractor, Richard Antony spends much of his time commuting. Sandra carries most of the burden of managing the business and supervising daily operations, from inventory to propagation. Years ago, they both discovered how timeconsuming horticulture can be, so Richard applied his engineering expertise to installing as many labor-saving devices as possible. The Antonys attended trade shows and read dozens of “how to” books before starting their operation. Once committed to the move, they learned a great deal more from other farmers and growers in the county. “We just bootstrapped our way along,” commented Richard. “I had never done any construction work before, no car repairs. I didn’t even know what a welder was.” Still, Antony’s biggest project, the potting production line, enables four-to-five people to pot and house 15,000 “liners,” or rooted cuttings, in a period of about four weeks. When he started working on the project, the “soil mixing operation was reasonably wellmechanized, but nearly everything else was manual,” he said. “Filling containers while kneeling in a large soil mix bin was terribly slow and grossly primitive.” The Antonys needed some way to move soil from its storage bin into an overhead bin 10 feet away, then into the pots, rather like a bottling plant. “I’d seen farmers moving grain from harvesting combines to large trailers using a screw type auger turning inside a tubular housing,” Antony continued. Minus the housing, this was the perfect device to transfer the pine bark mix to the overhead bin. It evert had the added advantage of blending the ingredients as they moved along. lumtaoies, used solenoids, pulleys, engine parts and a sewing machine treadle move the filled pots to the planting position. After the fragile liners are added individually, by hand, the pots slide on rollers down a chute to a holding platform where they wait to be loaded on a truck. Once loaded, the plants are moved to polyurethane-covered greenhouses and carefully nurtured to sale size. While solving the pot-filling problem was comparatively easy, Antony also needed a mechanized “dibbler,” or holedrilling, operation. Without that, there would be no way to get the liners planted quickly enough for the production line to function efficiently. Years before, Sandra’s father bought an ancient set of auger bits at an auction. “He said he was sure I would need them someday,” Antony said. “I never thought I would,” but the largest proved ideal for the project. He installed the drill bit with a chuck and a small electric motor “salvaged from an abandoned washing machine” to make it turn. Then, Antony “fabricated a lazy Susan from plywood, a. couple of shaft bearings, an old cast iron pulley, and a steel rod. As soon as a pot was filled, the lazy Susan would rotate 180 degrees, placing it directly under the dibbler.” After some trial runs and adjustments, it all worked. Observed Antony modestly, “I’m not doing anything that every other farmer doesn’t do,” — using native ingenuity to invent new ways of using what’s available and readily at hand. But mechanization alone does not guarantee success. The Antonys remember how people came to their aid when Hurricane Fran knocked out their electricity and disabled their irrigation system in 1996. Richard was in Korea working on an Army project. The backup generator he purchased before he left snapped a drive gear, rendering it useless. “Everybody was trying to help me,” said Sandra. The local fire company brought hoses to run from their pond, but the distance was too great. People brought generators, but they weren’t powerful enough either. “The power lines broke and pulled down the poles. The wires were arcing and set the woods on fire,” bringing the power company, but even they couldn’t get the electricity repaired in time to save the plants. Finally, a nurseryman in Culpeper, a close friend-of-afriend, offered a generator that would do the job. Without their help, Richard added, “We would have lost our entire nursery and seed stock and would have gone out of business.” This kind of mutual caring and support across a community is what brought the family to Rappahannock. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 * Classifieds/B6 * Real Estate/B8 May 6, 1998 That Emporium? It’s just down the road By Mary Beth Martin Rappahannock News Staff Writer Whatever happened to That Sperryville Emporium? Owners Lee and Martha Lou Hitt want everyone to know that their store is alive and well at its new location on Lee Highway. After advertising the move for over a year at the old store, they are surprised many local people are still not aware that the store moved several miles west to where the Parkway Gift Shop was formerly located. Rockers invitingly line the front porch and the redesigned layout of the shelving allows customers to move freely throughout the store. Lee Hitt built new shelving along the walls to hold a prodigious number of naturally sweetened jams and jellies and he added a miniature smokehouse filled with ^country hams. All of the popular items are still available: Minnetonka moccasins, collectible cars, honey, apple butter, concrete lawn ornaments, bird baths, fireworks, baskets, ceramic sculpture, T-shirts, sweatshirts and even a flamingo or two. The impressive solid wood furniture accounts for 60 percent of the store’s sales and the large showroom displays the furniture beautifully. The five sunny bay windows add a warm touch not found in many larger retail stores. An entire [ v7 house or office could be handsomely decorated with their furniture since they carry numerous items including entertainment centers, dining room and bedroom furniture, rockers, Victorian sofas and office furniture. They carry a number of good quality brand names including Winters, Webb, Parker House, Kimball and Virginia House and they recently added a line of classic Amish furniture. The solid oak office furniture is far more durable than much of the laminated furniture found in most office supply stores and on display are several new roll-top desks with retractable fronts that are designed to accommodate computers. The Hitts take pride in the quality of their furniture and they said they try to please customers with their service as well. The Emporium’s policy of free delivery within a 200-mile radius will continue and many shoppers from Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia appreciate the quality of the merchandise and service and have returned to the store over the years to purchase more. Lee Hitt grew up in Castleton and graduated from Rappahannock County High School in 1967. He went to Vietnam with the Marine Corps for 14 months, then Worked as a policeman in Culpeper for two years, as a salesman for Coca-Cola in 1 NEW LOCATION: That Emporium at its new site off U.S. 211 in Sperryville. The store has a wide selection of furniture and many other ever popular items. Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Carl Ebom MORE SPACE, MORE ITEMS: The store is jam packed with all the things made it such a popular place to shop in the past. New Baltimore for nine years and as a support supervisor with a contractor for the Federal Aviation Agency for nine years. He joined the Emporium as the manager in 1995. He describes his wife Martha Lou O’Bannon Hitt as the “pillar of the business.” She grew up in Woodville, graduated from RCHS and went on to graduate from James Madison University in 1975. She worked for the Rappahannock School Board Office for two years and then joined the Emporium as a bookkeeper where she has remained for 22 years. She plans her time well since she also manages their farm in Woodville where she breeds and trains foxhunting horses and cares for 100 head of cattle. The Emporium has been a family business of the O’Bannons for 28 years. J. Maurice O’Bannon, Martha Lou’s father, was an excellent businessman who also owned the Parkway. O’Bannon’s wife, Louise, and Martha Lou kept the books for both businesses. Lee became one of the family when he and Martha Lou married in July 1995. When Maurice died in August 1995, the O’Bannons continued operating the Emporium with Lee joining the business as manager. „ When their lease was not renewed for 1998, the Hitts were glad they had the Parkway site. The location of the old store was fantastic, Lee said, but in some ways this is an even better situation since the building is in good shape and room exists for expansion on the 11 acres. The move has made the business more manageable since there is just one store to keep track of now. Knowing they are in a The transition has been a permanent location, they are smooth one; winter and spring able to take advantage of sales business has been good and they had to previously turn they expect a brisk summer down. and autumn. DISPLAY ITEMS: A close up of a display in the store. Norman tops in teaching By Mary Beth Martin Rappahannock News Staff Writer Every year the Woman’s Club of Culpeper nominates a teacher of the year from one of the nine schools in Culpeper to recognize as an outstanding educator. This year they chose John Norman from George Washington Carver-Piedmont Technical Education Center. We chose him because he is, “the type of person you would want as a teacher,” said club member Marilyn Slate, who added that Norman goes beyond what is required to give the students self-esteem and support. John Toth, director of Piedmont, cited Norman as the most outstanding teacher he has met in his 28-year career. He said Norman is a patient man who believes that he can make difference in the lives of young people. “Norman gladly takes on this challenge with compassion, discipline, caring and respect for his students. Not only does he teach them a highly marketable skill, but he convinces each student to believe in himself in the process,” he added. The club wanted to give recognition to Norman now since Piedmont’s future is in jeopardy, Slate said. Norman, although reluctant to do an interview about himself, was enthusiastic when talking about Piedmont. One of the main things about Piedmont is that it is separate from other schools, he said. A lot of students who are making “F’s” get a chance to start over. He added that having mainly boys in his class helps them to focus, so they are not trying to impress girls and they are less afraid of failing. 4W John Norman Piedmont offers individualized attention that regular classrooms can’t offer, he said. Several times each year the teachers call the students’ homes to discuss their progress* and to invite the parents to visit the school. The cost of each student’s education would be considerably less if more students attended, he said. While the school use to have an attendance of over 500 students, now it is down to only 300 students. Both Rappahannock and Orange counties have given their notices to withdraw from Piedmont. Over the years, Norman said, he became more aware of differences in students. A principal who once overheard teachers complaining that they wished they had better students, responded with, “parents send the best students they have.” His comment touched Norman who said, “After that I stopped looking for what the students didn’t have and started looking at what they did have. Sometimes people forget what it was like when they were children.” Norman teaches welding mainly to boys. Four of his students (two of them from Rappahannock) were just hired by Smith Midland Corporation. These students were definitely anti-school, he said. “We are still making things in this country. There are loads of jobs (for machinists) in the paper; we have more jobs than students to fill them,” he said. Even machines that are taking over assembly lines are made by machinists; desks, chairs, cars and computers all involve welding. Bridges use to be bolted, but they are now welded. It is the cheapest form of joining two pieces, he said. In the 22 years he has taught at Piedmont, Norman said he has never had any discipline problems. Students are more outspoken and not as academically inclined, but there is no time to loiter, there is too much to do. Norman, 47, grew up on a farm in Rock Mills and he has lived in Rappahannock all his life. He attended Rappahannock County High School and worked at Westinghouse and Atlas Machines and Ironworks. Five of his siblings live in the county and the family’s roots in the county go back for many generations. His father lived on what is presently the Skyline Drive before the Shenandoah National Park was established, he said. He lives with his wife, Nina, 13year-old son, Eric, and 19year-old daughter, Leslie, near Washington. Dixieland jazz coming to town Joe Rinaldi returns to The Theater at Washington, Va., with his quintet to play an evening of Dixieland jazz on Saturday, May 16 at 8 p.m. Rinaldi currently performs with the Peabody Jazz Ensemble. Over the years he has played or conducted at the inaugural balls of eight Presidents of the United States. He has performed at the Newport Jazz Festival and made appearances at the New Orleans Mardi Gras. For many years he was the music director for the Washington Gaslight Club where he and his famous Dixieland Combo played regularly. He was also leader of the Foggy Bottom Six at the Bayou. The Dixieland quintet comprises Pete Ostle on bass, Robert LaForce on drums, John Mathis on trumpet and Hank Bryant on guitar, with Rinaldi on clarinet. In addition to playing clarinet Rinaldi brings with him a bass sax, soprano sax and alto sax. Early reservations are recommended for this return performance at The Theatre on Saturday, May 16. Tickets are $14 with reservation and $15 at the door. Students 18 years and under pay half price. For reservations phone 675-1253 or send e-mail to TheatreVA@aol.com. nr m—mii—neiiy m nw Photo Courtesy ot Wendy Weinberg Joe Rinaldi Woodville artist exhibits at Glassworks Glassworks Gallery is hosting “Faces and Places” an exhibition of paintings and drawings by Michelle M. Powell. Artists like John Singer Sargent and the Flemish Master Vermeer have been Powell’s compass. She works in many media, but most consistently in color pencil or oil. Working every day, often in her front yard or on the porch for the light, is a discipline that was acquired from her professor years ago. “I was privileged to study under some very gifted people — more is definitely better in this case,” she said. Powell has drawn all her life. “The only thing I ever wanted to do was catch something of the moment, immortality in the fleeting, something loved etched in the amber. I guess to some it would sound strange, but we do it all the time with photos, film, music, drama; in short — art.” That’s why portraits have held special sway on her art. “We love our families and animal companions, so why not capture a moment to enjoy forever. Artwork is a little bigger than life, it interprets and expounds from the intuitive brush of the artist. Often there is more than simple image.” Powell’s style is meticulous, especially with color pencil drawings. The oils are a bit more loosely rendered. She normally works from photographs, as kids, dogs and horses don’t pose well for long. The landscapes are inspired by her daily walks. Rappahannock has more than it’s share of talented peo pie, often drawn here by it’s beauty and sense of community. This is the case for Powell as well. The county’s inspiring valleys have become the subjects of several new paintings. Powell’s paintings cover equine, human and canine sports as well. Her show, “Faces and Places” will be on exhibit during the month of May. Powell’s paintings are in collections across the country and she is represented by several galleries and agencies. The reception to meet the artist will be held May 10, from 1-5 at Glassworks Gallery, 11794 Lee Hwy., Sperryville. Gallery hours are: Thursday through Sunday noon to 6 p.m. For further information call 987-8474.

I Church A Activities Men 5 Day at Macedonia A Men’s Day will be held at Macedonia Baptist Church on Sunday, May 17 at 3 p.m. Guest preacher will be the Rev. Moyer Foddrell of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Warrenton. Lunch will be served in the fellowship hall from 1:30 until 2:30 p.m. The theme for the day will be “Men Who Are Champions For God”. 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. 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. 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. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a m. Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. W.M.U. Meeting Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Thursday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. St. Peter’s Catholic Mission Rev. Robert A. Lange, Rector Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p!m. Sunday, 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4-5 p.m., Saturday County Methodist services The United Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, May 10 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Nancy B. White Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth 4 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Thursday: Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey '■ Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Youth Led Devotions 6-6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Family Service 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer 111 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Supply Pastor: Rev. John P. Oliver Jr. Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Hopewell Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Henry A. Townes Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m.. Life in Christ Ministries . Thursday: Bible Study, Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. 2 miles west of Washington on U.S. 211, blue building next to Quicke Mart. For more information call 987-8014. Amy Rector and William Kirk Payne Amy Rector to wed William Kirk Payne Mr. and Mrs. James W. Rector are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Amy Elizabeth to William Kirk Payne, son of Mrs. Doris Payne of Keameysville, W. Va., formerly of Rappahannock and the late Marvin Kirk Payne. Mr. Payne is a 1990 graduate of Jefferson High School and is employed by K-Mart in Martinsburg W. Va. Miss. Rector is a 1993 graduate of Culpeper County High School and is employed by Geotechnical Consulting and Testing in Manassas. A May 23, 1998 wedding is being planned to be held at Stevensburg Baptist Church in Stevensburg. flint Hill highlights The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service at 11 a.m. on the second and fourth Sunday with the Rev. John P. Oliver Jr. and on fifth Sunday with Robert O. Goff at 11 a.m. The public is invited to attend. Larry Clark, formerly of Flint Hill underwent heart surgery in the Fairfax Hospital. We wish him a speedy recovery. Visiting in the Bunny Hudson home on Sunday were Steve Lillard and Jerry of Middleburg, Duck Jones, Chris Lillard, Norma Grimsley and Ashley By POLLY AYLOR 987.8136 Grimsley. Mark and Diane Graves of Summerduck and Leon Lillard of Winchester were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Lillard. Wednesday visitors were Mr. and mrs. Frankie Hawkins of Fredericksburg. We wish all of the sick list a quick recovery. ■ Have something to say about public I issues? Write a letter to the editor! Congratulations to Aline Johnson Congratulations to Aline Johnson who was selected to fill the unexpired term on the Rappahannock School Board in the Piedmont District. The position was created by the resignation of Dennis Wingfield. Aline wishes to thank everyone for their support and welcomes all comments and concerns. She hopes that you will continue to support her in the special election scheduled for November. The community at large wishes her the very best. Robert Fox was honored on Thursday, April 23 with a gala celebration at the Warrenton Post Office for his 50 years of service to government services - 20 years in the army and 30 in the Warrenton Post Office. Family and friends from the Sperryville area attended and we extend to Mr. Fox our congratulations as he continues his service. The Administrative Board of the Sperryville United Methodist Church met Thursday night at the home of Nelson and Pearl Nethers. Those present were Rev. Merlin Shorb, Buck and Geraldine Payne, Gray Armistead, Margaret Ann Wayland, Kim Kilby, Phyllis Swindler, Emma Swindler and Polly Aylor. Mrs. Catherine Brown spent last week with Dr. and Mrs. Larry Kushner in Gaithersburg, Md. The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department is seeking contestants for Honorary Fire Queen of their annual firemens carnival, June 3, 4, 5 and 6. Individuals nine to 18 years of age that are interested should contact Greg or Teresa at 987-9204. Mr. Cecil Buracker and Mrs. Jean Stoneberger of Luray and Mrs. Thelma Jenkins were Sunday guests of Mrs. Ethel Jenkins, Connie and Randy in Aroda. By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 *. : . Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Swindler of Hanover, Pa. were Thursday until Monday guests of Mrs. Emma Swindler. Weekend guests in the Swindler home were Barbara Dawn Swindler of Hanover, Pa. and Mr. and Mrs. Michael Swindler, Colton and Trent of Carlisle, Pa. The newly organized Sperryville Fire Department Auxiliary is opening its membership to any individuals of the community interested in joining. The auxiliary’s regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the meeting room of the Sperryville fire hall. Interested individuals can come to the next meeting or contact Michelle at 987-9440 or Teresa at 987-9024. Congratulations go out to Pam Clater and Roger Jenkins who were married on Saturday, May 2 at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 10. Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. The Sperryville Fire Department Auxiliary is seeking help with the cooking booth at the annual firemen’s carnival June 3-6. For more information contact Teresa at 9879024 or Michelle at 987-9440. Remember your mom on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10. Woodville news notes Mr. and Mrs. Larry Conners spent the week as guest of Rev. and Mrs. Bobby Andrews in Rocky Mount, Va. They attended the 20th homecoming of The Lighthouse Baptist Church of which Rev. Andrews is pastor. Bethany Conners spent the week with Rev. and Mrs. Joel Cress in Amissville. Visiting with Mrs. Audra Crawford on Sunday were Mrs. Lillian Sykes of Culpeper, Ray Crawford and son Charles of Sperryville and Curtis By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Crawford of Flint Hill. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. (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" 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 8254)937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING” U. S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 Luke 24:1-12 MONDAY Luke 24:13-35 TUESDAY Luke 24:34-53 WEDNESDAY John 2*1-18 THURSDAY John 20:19-31 FRIDAY 1 Corinthians 15:1-34 SATURDAY 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 “Mom, is my shirt finished yet? It looks finished. I'm late! I need It now...please?” “Not quite yet. I need to repair the hem or the cloth will ravel. I’ll be done soon.” As we begin our day we can never anticipate what lies ahead that might frazzle our nerves. Yet, there is something we can do when we rise and throughout the day. We can pray. Prayer smooths out the rough edges to give us peace and confidence. This comes from a close relationship with our Heavenly Father. Worship God at your chosen house of worship each week and pray regularly each day. A day hemmed with prayer rarely ravels. Scnptunt Scfectttf by TJi# Aimncmn BUM Sooty Ccpimght 19S8. Kmtti WHiwnt Nawipap*, Swvcm. P. O Boi am. Cturtgtmdte. VA 22908 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 • Wallcovenne „ „ Blinds Rt2 l?**^Culpeper Uld Hudson Ham Building .547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House (540) 825-5888 • Culpeper * ! 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CD release party draws big crowd The Salem Fire Hall on Route 522 was the scene of another fine Singing and Pickin party on Friday evening, lasting from 7 until 10 p.m. Debbie Zinn, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zinn and Jake Butler released their CD which was entitled “Cabin Fever” at the party. By MARIE F. ATKINS - / 987-8802 The Singing and Pickin had their beginning in one of the Sunday School rooms of New Salem Baptist Church but moved to the fire hall to accommodate more spectators. Miss Zinn has been performing for the past 21 years at Skyland Lodge on Skyline Drive; Butler has performed there for 15 years. Even though it is a while off, you might want to mark your calendar and attend the) next party scheduled for June 26. Quite a number of people from our area of Boston and surrounding areas attended there on Friday evening. Last, but not least the fire department has for sale, plate lunches, drinks, desserts, etc. Congratulations to Mrs. Janet McDonnell of Griffinsburg way, a fourth grade teacher at A.G. Richardson Elementary School in Culpeper who was the most recent “Teacher Feature” selection. Our prayers for a speedy recovery go out to Miss Mary Tharp, who is recuperating from ear surgery. Wedding anniversary wishes go out to cousins, Jimmie , and Mary Ann Dodson, who celebrate today, Wednesday and to Jim and Nina Peyton of Clover Acres who celebrate another year together on Sunday. jyir. ana Mrs. j.i. uoason and son of Salem way were Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Pritt and family at Stevensburg. Happy birthday wishes for the week go out to Jacenta Jenkins on May 7; Nina Peyton on Mother’s Day and Mrs. Pearl Cubbage on May 11. May each of you have many more. Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Peyton and Mr. and Mrs. David Baker and Bethany were in Charlottesville on Sunday to visit their brother Edward Baker who underwent heart by pass surgery on Thursday at University of Virginia Hospital. Prayers are extended for his recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville dined in Warrenton for lunch on Sunday. We wish much success to Steve and Becky Butler who have opened an eating establishment Burgers-N-Things in Sperryville near the Exxon station. We understand people are pleased with the food. Wine, mushroom festival promises music, family fun Visitors of the 1998 Virginia Wine and Mushroom Festival may sample offerings from 14 Virginia wineries and one cidery, as well as learn about mushrooms and enjoy an evening of live jazz under the stars. The 12th annual festival, sponsored by the Front RoyalWarren County Chamber of Commerce, will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., on Main and Chester streets in down town Front Royal’s historic district. Festival-goers are asked not to bring pets to the event. The festival will also feature shiitake and other mushrooms, hand-crafted treasures, a variety of food, children’s activities and musical entertainment all day long. For more information, contact Front Royal-Warren County Chamber of Commerce at 635-3185 or (800) 338-2576. 4-H Benefit Raffle Photo courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day The 4-H Rappahannock Honor Club is sponsoring a raffle fund raiser for individually enrolled 4-H members of Rappahannock County to use for 4-H activities. Raffle prizes are: dinner for two at The Inn at Little Washington, dinner for two at the Appetite Repair Shop, $35 gift certificate from the Trading Post, an assortment of bear Beanie Babies donated by Rare Finds, and pictured here is Sharon Walbridge of Talk of the Town donating a $50 gift certificate to 4-H Honor Club members David Massie, Ashley Corbin and Zack Corbin. The Rappahannock 4-H Livestock Club is also conducting a raffle to raise money to support their club projects. The prize is a registered Angus heifer, donated by Admiral Josef Gardiner or $500. Please help support these 4-H fund raising activities. May according to the almanack May temperatures according to the Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack are expected to be above average accompanied by precipitation that will be below average. Weather watch: we welcome May with the 6-10 fair, very warm, but showers follow 11-12. Again, it’s fair, warm 13-15 and more showers, storms 16,17. Anticipate fair, warm days 18,19, with rain and mild days 20,21. Next, it should be fair, very warm 2224, but showers, storms, hot 25-28, with month ending fair, hot 29-31. Tornado watch: We could be in conditions of this nature 16,17. Let’s hope, though, the effects of El Nino of this past winter are well behind us. Full moon: Known as the pink or flower moon it occurs at 10:29 on the 11th, E.D.T. All those April showers should bring May flowers. Special notes: Honor mother on her special day the 10th, though remembrance and love should be present everyday of the year. Holidays: Originally designated as such, Memorial Day was a time for decorating the graves of soldiers fallen in the cause of the Confederacy. It now, however, is a time for honoring all who have made the supreme sacrifice in defense of their country. This year’s National Holiday is Monday the 25th. The garden: With the soil now sufficiently dried out, those hours spent outdoors in the garden offer a peace of mind through communing r~T T with nature and enjoyment of fresh air and sunshine. Be sure those muscles that were too often dormant during winter months are prepared for tackling the work required. J. Gruber’s thought for today’s living: “Never let a day go by that you don’t discover something to praise in others. Someone may find something to praise about you.” J—I—l—l—I—I—I—I—I—I—I—I—I—I_L-J.-J_L—J_l I Announcing the Arrival of RAPPAHANNOCK ANTIQUES Come see our interesting & eclectic collection at the SPERRYVILLE ANTIQUE MARKET Sperry ville, VA GIFT IDEAS FROM ANNE KLEIN II REMEMBER MOTHER'S DAY IS SUNDAY, MAY 10 $55 ANNE KLEIN II LADIES' WATCHES. A timely gift idea for Mother's Day. She'll love dressing up an outfit with one of these elegant ladies' watches in goldtone, silvertone and two-toned metal. Choose from a selection of linked and cuff styles. JEWELRY BY ANNE KLEIN II. Delight Mom on her special day with goldtone and silvertone accents. Choose from a variety of stylish bracelets, earrings, necklaces and pins, all boxed and ready for wrapping. ^ BOXED FASHION ANNE KLEIN II Peebles Gracrt Fashions. Great Prices. Every Dayl ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL. VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN 12-5 LURAY SHOPPING CENTER • LURAY, VA • (540) 743-1110 • HOURS: MON.-FRI. 10-8; SAT 9-8; SUN 12:30-5:30 WARRENTON CENTER • WARRENTON, VA • (540) 347-1820 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 Upcoming Events Lions auction planned The Rappahannock Lions Club is preparing for its annual benefit auction to be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 9 at the Washington fire hall. Raffle tickets are also available now or at the auction. Prizes are $300, $200 and $100. Tickets are $1 each for 25 for only $20. The Lions are now accepting any new, used or timeworn items that people would like to discard. They cannot, however, accept food, clothing, mattresses and non-working appliances. They will pick up at any convenient time. Call Roger Andrews at 987-8974 or Hal McDermott at 6751028 or any Lions Club member. All donations are tax deductible. Black Musical Heritage set RAAC will be presenting a concert by the Black Heritage Orchestra from Berlin, Germany starting at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 8 at The Theatre in Washington. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and may be reserved by calling RAAC at 675-3193 or may be purchased at Mountainside Market in Sperryville or Culpeper Music Center. Farmer's Market meeting set An organizational meeting for the Rappahannock Farmer’s Market will be held at 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 7 at the Rappahannock Library. For more information call Debbie Settle at 675-3868. Grand opening announced The old Sperryville School House has been remodeled, redesigned and redecorated to make it a fantastic store as well as a catalog outlet. On May 23 and 24, Memorial Day Weekend, The Faith Mountain Company will celebrate not only the grand opening of its new store but also the 21st anniversary of The Faith Mountain Company. Everyone is invited to the festivities. The weekend will include live entertainment, craft demonstrations, unusual flowers and plants, food, great sales and of course ftin for the whole family. Antique shows scheduled Heritage Promotions is pleased to announce two antique shows, May 8-10 at Fishersville and May 22-23 at Manassas. For information or booth reservations call 804-846-7452. Healing Arts activities The Rappahannock Healing Arts has scheduled the following activities: May 13: Herb clinic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Solution Focused Counseling from 5 to 9 p.m. May 14: Yoga at 9:30 a.m. and Therapeutic Massage from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 15: Health Options Counseling from 1 to 5 p.m. and Nutritional Counseling from 4 to 8 p.m. May 17: Joyful Sounds Choir from 6 to 7 p.m. All are welcome. May 18: Nutritional Counseling from 1 to 4 p.m. and Yoga at 5 p.m. May 19: Tape series on relationships from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and Herb Workshop, The Circulatory System from 7 to 9 p.m. For information on these or other activities call the center at 987-7204. Open house at Winery Memorial Day open house will be held at the Oasis Winery on Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This annual mega event will feature hot air balloon rides, complimentary hor d’oeuvres, wine tastings, winery torus and several live bands on stage. For information call 1-800-304-7656. 4-H Dog Show scheduled There will be a 4-H Dog Show for enrolled 4-H members at The Child Care and Learning Center pavilion on U S. 211 west of the town of Washington on Saturday, May 16 from 2 until 3:30 p.m. 4-H members must present the rabies vaccination upon arrival and dogs must be on a leash with a collar. Lisa Reid will conduct a workshop and after that there will be an informal dog show. 4-H members will receive participation ribbons. Call 675-3619 for additional information. Benefit yard, hake sale set Rappahannock County Band Boosters are having a yard sale and a bake sale on Saturday, May 16 at the Rappahannock County High School. Any items or donations will be gladly accepted. For additional information call John Wiese at 937-9909 or David Gillis at 987-8817. Medicine man offers teachings This is a rare opportunity to listen to Anton Ponce de Leon talk to our community about Andean cosmology and Incan Sacred teachings. A $20 donation is requested to help support the center where he and his wife raise the 28 children they adopted from the streets of Lima, Peru. The lecture runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Rappahannock Healing Arts Center in Sperryville on Friday, May 8. For more information call 987-7204. Adventure camp days set TASC for Teens of Jeffersonton is organizing and leading two 2-week Canadian Wilderness Adventure Summer Camps for students ages 10-17; a Canadian Canoe Expedition on July 11-24, and a Canadian Lakeside Fishing Camp on Aug. 1-14. The trips will leave from Jeffersonton and include transportation, qualified and caring staff, meals, most camping equipment and activities. For information about these trips call TASC for Teens at 937-8272. Siuing into Spring Lindy Hop dance lessons, the big band style will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church on Saturday evenings at 7. Cost is $2 per person. Children are welcome. For more information call Lindsay and Heidi Eastham at 675-3444. Ragged Mountain activities Activities for Ragged Mountain Resource Center include Saturday, May 9: Second Saturday Series of Hikes to Old Rag, meet at Mountainside Market on U S. 211 west of Sperryville between 8:30 and 9 a m., return midaftemoon. Friday, May 22: “Blue Ridge to the Bay” speaker series at Rappahannock Library, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m, local Arborist and Forester Lyt Wood will discuss “Clear Cutting, Selective Cutting, No Cutting - Landowner Options”. The Trash Free Rappahannock potluck picnic in the Park, May 25 from 4 p.m. until dark. For information contact Hunt Harris at 987-3366.

Art Show opening in the Nest of the Old Rag Mountain BY SUSAN AND LOUIS CABLE Rappahannock News Contributing Writers Dulaney Hollow at Old Rag Bed and Breakfast and Antiques cordially invites all visitors to the opening reception for its Spring Art show on Sunday, May 17 from 2 to 5 p.m. Local artists Patti Brennan and Louise Ellis will display their Celtic Stained Glass Creations and local amateur black and white photographer Dr. Kenneth L. McCoy will display his extensive collection of natural landscapes and historical places in Virginia, the West and the great state of Alaska. The show will be on display through June 21 every Saturday and Sunday from high noon to 5 p.m. at Dulaney Hollow in Etlan (Madison County) Va. in “The Nest” room of The Old Rag Mountain Hunt and Fish Club. Dulaney Hollow Bed and Breakfast and Antiques is situated on Virginia Scenic Byway Route 231 in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains near the Village of Etlan. Dulaney Hollow is located 11 miles between the towns of Madison and Sperryville near Old Rag Mountain and Shenandoah National Park. Partial proceeds will benefit The Blue Ridge Foothills Conservancy. For more information call 923-4470 or fax 923-4841. Stained glass artist Patti Brennan owns and operated De’Dannan Glassworks Studio located at Oldway At Center, one mile west of Sperryville on U.S. 211. Patti has been work ing with glass for 19 years. Recently she has been inspired by her Irish heritage and devotes a lot of her time studying Celtic symbolism and producing it in her glasswork. She uses techniques such as sandblasting, fusing, silkscreening and painting on glass to achieve the intricate design work of Celtic Art. Patti offers classes in tradition stained glass studies. The Fauquier Bank is celebrating its Auto Loan Jubilee, our annual, county-wide promotion featuring a car loan rate of only 7.29%*apr—up to a 60-month loan package—available at any Fauquier County dealer. Help boost local business, too. Everyone’s a winner when you buy in Fauquier County. Get a low interest loan on a new or used automobile (modelyear ’95-98) from any Fauquier County auto dealer. To apply, have The Fauquier Bank or your dealer write up the loan. We want to make buying a car as easy as possible. The Fauquier Bank Making Your Financial Life Easier FDIC Insured * Rate nut subject to any other discounts and subject to change without notice. Downpayment amount may vary. SAMPLE: Loan amount $10,000 at 7.29% APR Months of term: 60 Monthly payment: $199.38 Let’s < Celebrate! It’s the 2nd annual county-wide Auto Loan Jubilee sponsored by The Fauquier Bank. One of her students of three years, Louise Ellis, is now a valuable assistant and has joined her in the studio production. Together they will be presenting works at the Dulaney Hollow Art Show, which will feature traditional stained glass pieces along with Celtic Artwork creations. De’Dannan Glassworks also exhibits at Celtic/Irish Festivals in the region and at local exhibits. De’Dannan Glassworks does commission works and has a wholesale product line. Most people know Dr. Ken McCoy as the man who has hiked the entire Appalachian Trail three times and is a vintner of Rose River Vineyards and Trout Farm located in Syria near Graves Mountain Lodge. Dr. McCoy has been an amateur photographer fro the past 15 years. He works primarily in black and white, concentrating on landscapes and historical places from around the country with an emphasis on natural and park settings. Dr. McCoy has studied photograph at various seminars and institutes around the U.S. and began his amateur career under the guidance of George Tice, a nationally recognized photographer in Florida. He has exhibited locally at the Middle Street Gallery in Washington, the Fire House Cafe in Orange and the Mountain Store in Criglersville. The collection of prints chosen by Dr. McCoy for this showing will include shots of the Blue Ridge Region and selected prints from the great states of Utah and Alaska. Copies of his prints may be selected and ordered at the show. For further information on upcoming shows and other planned events for Dulaney Hollow at Old Rag Mountain Bed and Breakfast and Antiques call, fax or write to: The Old Rag Mountain Hunt and Fish Club, Scenic Virginia Byway Route 231, Route 6, Box 215, Etlan, Va. 22719 in Madison County. “The Nest”room in The Old Rag Mountain Hunt and Fish Club is part of a restored turn-of-the-century Virginia Barn that was once part of the Coates Family Apple Farm in the Foothills of the Blue Rid^e Mountains of Madison County! School menus R.CES Monday, May 11: Scrambled eggs/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday, May 12: Breakfast pizza or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday, May 13: Hot oatmeal/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Thursday, May 14: Waffles/syrup or cereal/milk, toast, juice ad milk. Friday, May 15: Cherry pixie pie or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Monday, May 11: Cheese pizza, bread sticks, choose two: french fries, garden peas and chilled fruit. Tuesday, May 12: Fish nuggets, com bread, choose two: scalloped or sweet potatoes and fruit. Wednesday, May 13: Deli ham and cheese sandwich/lettuce, choose two: french fries, baked beans and homemade cobbler. Thursday, May 14: Lasagna, garlic bread, choose two: garden salad, buttered com and chilled fruit. Friday, May 15: Pork barbecue on bun or corn dog, choose two: french fries, coleslaw and chilled fruit. RCHS Monday, May 11: Pork barbecue on bun, french fries, coleslaw, hot cinnamon bun or bacon cheeseburger, french fries and fruit. Tuesday, May 12: Fish fillet, Macaroni and cheese, green beans, fruit and hush puppies or grilled ham and cheese, hash browns and fruit. Wednesday, May 13: Krispy baked chicken, baked sweet potatoes, broccoli/cheese sauce, homemade roll/butter or hamburger on bun, vegetable sticks and fruit. Thursday, May 14: Spaghetti, tossed green salad, fruit, garlic bread or hot dog on bun and tuna salad on bun. Friday, May 15: Little smokies, macaroni and cheese, green beans and hot biscuit/firuit or pizza, potato rounds and fruit.

Obituaries . ‘ ■ i'** Mary Woodard County Native Mary Coppage Woodard, 88, of Washington, died on Saturday, May 2, at Autumn .Care Nursing Home in Madison. She was born in .Rappahannock County on Sept. 23, 1909. She was a member of the Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church. Her parents were the late George W. Coppage and Florence Leake Coppage. . Her husband was the late William F. Woodard. Survivors include two sons James Carroll Racer Jr. of Washington and Calvin Brown Racer of Chester Gap; two daughters Mae Virginia Johnson of Silver Springs, Md. and Lois Roberta Jenkins of Madison; two brothers George E. “Jack” Coppage of Warrenton and Ireland Leddy Coppage of Waldorf, Md; one sister Anna Novella Gates of Waldorf, Md.; 17 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. She was predeceased by two sons Russell Racer and Richard Racer. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 5 at Clore Geest Funeral Home with the Rev. John Burke and Rev. Vinton Williams officiating. Interment was in Washington Masonic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jim Racer, Roger Cooke, Kenny Racer, Carl Johnson, Andy Settle, Steve Alther and Hal Forward. Honorary pallbearers were Greg Johnson, Melvin Johnson , Matthew Settle, Gary Settle, Warren Foster and Tony Woodard. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church. Lelia Hitt Born in Madison Lelia May Sisk Hitt, 75 of Culpeper died on May 2 at her residence. She was born May 18, 1922 Viewtown social news and notes Mrs. Barbara Settle was a Saturday guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. Whitney Frazier celebrated her birthday on April 25. Tarency Jordan celebrated his also. Walter May of Maryland and mother Mrs. Elizabeth Williams of Amissville were Thursday guests of Mrs. Mattie Hackley and Mr and Mrs. Richard Hitt. Susan Weaver of Culpeper was a weekend guest of her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson and her father Charles Dodson, Jr. Tommy Frazier Jr., Jason Owings and Jerry Corbin, Jr. attended a wrestling match in Washington D.C. Saturday night. Anyone with social news, family gatherings, reunions or news of general interest for the Viewtown area may call me at 937-4904. Have a Happy Mother’s Day! in Madison County to the late Hairm R. Sisk and Annie L. Hurt Sisk. Mrs. Sisk is survived by her husband Turner Roy Hitt of Culpeper; one granddaughter Robin Hitt Minner of Fredericksburg and a stepgranddaughter Wanda Carpenter of Madison. Additional survivors include four sisters Dorothy Cockrell of Manassas, Dessie Roles and her husband, Hilton of Winchester, Lula (Toot) Roles and her husband, Stacey of Front Royal, Mary Robey and her husband, Thomas of North Carolina and two brothers Odel Sisk and his wife, Mary of Purcellville and Harry Sisk and his wife Shirley of Ferrum, Va. She is also survived by two grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren. Mrs. Sisk was preceded in death by one son Jimmy Hitt and two brothers Robert Sisk and James Sisk. A funeral service was held Wednesday, May 6 at Found and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Gordon D. George officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers were Roland Minner, Randy Roles, Doug Jenkins, Jeffrey Jenkins, James Wright, and Junior Sisk. Found and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. ^1/VozcL by Randy Minter A BELIEF SYSTEM Everyone should take stock of him or herself every so often and compile a list of things in which he or she strongly believes. Those who subscribe to creeds consisting of, benevolent and enlightened beliefs can use them to illuminate their way when their paths become darkened. Take, for instance, the creed espoused by the AngloAmerican writer Thomas Paine: "I believe in one God and no more, and I hope for happiness beyond this life. I believe in the equality of man; and I believe that religious duties consist in doing justice, loving mercy, and endeavoring to make our fellow-creatures happy." If we were all to adopt these precepts, there would be little distinction between heaven and earth. Focusing one's life efforts on what one values most is one of the characteristics of highly effective people, which Stephen Covey has so successfully noted. Yet how hard giving ourselves permission to do what we value most can be! Sometimes a loss of a loved one provides the refocusing that allows us to put our time where our heart is. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, we take care of the details that can really burden you during a time of loss. Our spacious, peaceful surroundings make you feel at home. If you have questioas about our services call us at 347-3431. "What a man believes may be ascertained, not from his creed, but from the assumptions on which he habitually acts." ~ George Bernard Shaw CLOREGEEST FUNERAL HOME 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 1-800-924-1266 A. Wayne English, John Noon Western, Kyle Morgan Gibbs - Funeral Directors Christopher C. Geest, Consultant In Honor of and in Remembrance of Tour Mother on Mother's Day TURNER ROBHRTSHAW FUNERAL HOMt C Warren Turner, President 1200 North Shenandoah Ape., Front Royal, VA • 635-41St Boys attend bowling tournament Cub Scout Pack 123 of Rappahannock had a bowling tournament on Saturday, May 2 at Warrenton Bowling Lanes. All boys, parents and families had a great time. Two boy scouts of Troop 200 also attended. They were Andrew Burke and Joe Peregory. Following the bowling tournament in Warrenton on Saturday, May 2 Beverly Exline and son Andrew joined Joe and Janet Peregory and children Joseph and Jennifer and Tammy Pullen and son C.E. at Pizza Hut in Warrenton for dinner. Andrew Burke was presented with an award for a Superintendent’s Super Star award for the fourth marking period on Wednesday, May 6 at the Rappahannock Elementary School. This honor is based on student application and effort, not solely on grades. Congratulations Andrew for receiving this award. Beverly and Doug Exline wish to extend special Mother’s Day wishes to Beverly’s mother, Mrs. Alice M. Racer. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown entertained with a 12th birthday party for their daughter Bobbie Jo on Sunday evening. Guests were Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Falls, Samantha and By RUTH CLARK i 675-3608 Robert of Woodville, Ms. Bonnie Cave and Daniel of Flint Hill, Ms. Ginger Estes and Jessica, Rusty Smoot, Mrs. Ruth Clark, Amanda Brown and Lucy Burnham of Washington and Ms. Bonnie Brown of Germantown, Md. Best wishes to Lewis and Dorothy Carroll of Powhatan who will celebrate their 47th wedding anniversary on Tuesday, May 12. Mrs. Carroll was a former resident of Washington. We wish to express our condolences to the family of Mrs. Mary Racer Woodard. Mrs. Woodard passed away on Saturday at a nursing home in Madison. She is a former resident of Washington. Miss. Melanie Moffett of Warrenton and a friend Miss Jennifer Ferguson of Glouster were Wednesday and Thursday guests of Mrs. Jean B. Moffett and Frank Moffett. Mrs. Mary Updike is now residing with Mrs. Elizabeth Williams in Chester Gap. Her new address is c/o Elizabeth Williams 41A Waterfall Road Chester Gap , Va, 22623 (house next to Chester Gap Baptist Church). The phone number is 636-2717. Mrs. Williams said calls and visits are welcomed. Happy birthday to Mr. Edward Jenkins who will celebrate another year on Friday, May 8. Thursday, May 7 is National Day of Prayer. The Mays Campbell Sunday School Class of the Washington Baptist Church will have a picnic at the home of Mrs. Alice Butler on Saturday, May 9. Mr. and Mrs. Richarc Walter of Bridgewater were Monday guests of Mr. anc Mrs. John Schultz and the} had lunch at Skylanc Restaurant on the Skyline Drive. Wednesday Mr. and Mrs John Schultz visited Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sengstack, Erie and Jason in Centreville. Congratulations to all the winners from the town election held on Tuesday, May 5. Anyone with social news oi activities is encouraged to give me a call to have it included in this column. Have a good week and remember your mother on Sunday, May 10, which is Mothers’ Day. Musical festival planned The Graves’ Mountain Festival of Music in Syria this year will pay special tribute to Rebel Records for 35 years of bluegrass recording. The event, May 28 through May 30 will feature reunions of bands spanning three decades. Among them will be Cliff Waldron and the New Shades of Grass with Bill Emerson, the Country Gentlemen of 1970 and the Illrd Tyme Out. Music will start at 4 p.m. on Thursday and end shortly after 11 p.m. Friday’s show begins at 2 p.m. and runs until 11:10 p.m. Saturday offers almost 12 hours of music at the stage, beginning at 11 a.m. Tickets are available for $42 from Graves’ Mountain Lodge at 923-4231 and Mark Newton at 540-899-3870. Children under 12 are admitted free with an adult. Campers must have three day tickets. Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline May 23 ANTIQUES L Open Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 15.3 miles from Warrenton on VS. 211 540-937-5786(S) 540-937-4675<H) BUILDERS Smith Construction Specializing in Additions, Decks. Remodeling A All Your Drywall needs 987-9000 or 987-8513 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. Sec Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd.. Culj>eper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The One-Stop Shop for complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper • Slip Covers 4 Upholstery Residential A Commercial Rt. 211 Amissville.VA 937-5500 CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT . MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Service CPA firm Washington, Virginia (540)675-2043 CHIMNEY CLEANING CDlfte — (Lolune ^lueep' 4 Chimney Sweeping Relining Otd 'Jtu&iAHCct Service Fully Insured f 6 Iftcvu Ztpenievee Bruce Vierling (540) 675-3508 CLEANING MAID SERVICE ResidentialCommercial Reasonable Prices Free Estimates 540-937-4247 or 540-937-5576 Ull l\l tfu$, EXCAVATING Specialized Backhoe BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane, Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 Dump Buehhogging Service Truc* Mowing Water, Utility, Gravel, Sand, Dirt Landscaping Drains Lines Topsoil & Mulch Snow Removal Footers & Hauling Culverts . Driveways NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL TODD BROWN CONSTRUCTION T.G. TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 BILL CATO & CO. DESIGN / BUILD HOMES AND ESTATES 540-937-3039 CASTL.I TON. VA VAC1 .ASS A 2705 037b27 A At , Jos. F. Keyser Construction Quality Renovations & Fine C ustom Homes VA Class A ( ontrat tor JTU U/ J'JJ I V/ DRAFTING SERVICES Rag Mountain Deeps] Art. Drafting & Custom home design by Jim Yowell (540) 957-8059 EXCAVATING Specialized Backhoe Service Landscaping, Grading & Trenching (540) 675-3901 Vest's Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Truck Hauling Ditch Digging Culverts, Mowing, Busnhogging & Driveway Graainq 675-1117 FENCING FENCING High Tensile Bart) Wire. American Wire. Cham link. Board and Electric. Split Rail Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Ptgtr 399-2666 Financial/ Business Customized Business Services • Accounting • Bookkeeping • Financial Reports • Money Management 4 • Quickbooks 540-987-8248 Lawn Care Chapman Lawn Service For all ijour mowing and mulching needs Residential At Commercial Call for your Free Estimate today [ (540) 635-8082 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (540) 547*3452 MINTING Specialty Paint & Spackle Vinyl siding Interior & Exterior Painting Full service, experienced Gina Johnson 540-923-4652 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville VA PLUMBING ELECTRICAL PIXIXVS Pumps & Watertieaters In-Stock Installation ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING ( lass A ( erutinl (nmniele Line Haler Soft l imibtumers t'rrr /■jilinuitrs on Artr H<»rli S40-«7S-,«4f> Restaurants THE COUNTRY CAFE Momtey Srtunfcy 8 am to 9 pm. Sunctoy 8 am to 3 pm 675-1066 Take out Available J MEDICAL INSURANCE MAMSI Mid Atlantic Medical Services. Inc Rich Weller Account Executive, 540/678-4030 609 Cedar Crack Grade. #02 ’ Winchester, VA. 22061 1-800/297-9235 Fax: 540/678-4037 M.miA SIGNS & CALLIGRAPHY SI’KKRYYII.U; STORAGE CO. Sale llaiuly Storage Resident ial ( ominervial Reasonable Rales 540/987-8507 sri RKvvii 11:. v\ SMALL ENGINE Jenkins Small Engine Repair No Job Too Big or Too Small New and Used Parts Available Johnny Jenkins 540-987-8173 tAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storage Intersection of Rt. 211 and 229 All Size« A callable (540) 341-7000 TELEVISION GREYSTONETV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Svstems Radio Shack Dealer Kitchen Aid Whirlpool A Roper Appliances 312 North Main St. Madison (540) 948-2200 WOODSTOVES WOODSTOY'ES The largest selector m VA. Sierra Jotul Waterford, Hearthstone & °eilet Stoves ACME STOVE CO. 1329 E High Street CHARLOTTESVILLE (804) 971-6777 LANDSCAPING SERVICES Storybook Farms Nursery Quality residential landscape design, installation, & maintenance. Hardscapes, water gardens, outdoor lighting. 4 + Amissville.VA 540-937-7565 1-800-821-6160 storybook ttcompuserv.c om web site: wvtw.bv com va storybooklarms

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At the time of placing your ad, it will be read back to you for any corrections to be made. Read you ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its faHue, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. We Accept |« 1[ ]| I 1 \T- '1 1 Rentals Apartments Reston: Thoreau Place, $510.00 studio, washer/ dryer, garage parking, Aquina L & F Realty, 703-435-4900 or Mary 703-742-8392. Washington, VA-Great Views, modem kitchen, CAC/heat, fireplace and wood stove, wrap-around deck, 1 year lease, no dogs, $995. 540-987-8432 7 Rentals Office For Rent: Washington, Va Office Suite in Clopton House. 2 large bright rooms, kitchenette & bath. Available Now.. $465.00 per month. 540675-3033. J£ Real Estate 10 For Sale 22’x18' Hand Hawn Log barn, can be converted to house. Great condition. Tagged and dismantled. $7500. 540987-8120. 4 finished floors, 3.5 bath. 3/4/5 bedroom, hardwood floors, 4 fireplaces. economical, gas heat, a/c. Beautiful setting, gorgeous views. Special financing available. Build to suit from $245K. 540-687-6082. 18 Real Estate Lots & Acreage 96 acres: Rappahannock County. Off of route 645. Wooded. $250,000. Call 757-253-1037, Chesapeake Bay: 5 Water front lots. With trees and pier, Below market price Captain Bill Jenkins. 804-453-3513. Auctions LARGE ESTATE AUCTION Saturday, May 9th at 9:30 a.m. I Open at ft: 00 a.m.) To be held at Culpeper Auction Center - The estate of Manlyn Stephens of Alexandna. VA has been moved to Culpeper Auction Center (VAF #255) for an inside/outside (2) auctioneer absolute auction, no buyer's premium, no reserves. Something for everyone! Manlyn was a real auction person in addition to a mainstay of Pier I Imports, which contributes to the variety of items in this auction: Antiques; Collectibles; Household; Lots of glassware; Art; Plumbing & electrical; Antique architectural items; Clothing; Fabric; Linens Pier I Imports; Marine coral & seashells; Used furniture; Cane & wicker furniture; Tools, and still unpacking, etc. (540) 825-9045 for fax. E-mail or info 31 Boats & Accessories Sport Craft- inboard/out-board, 19' fiberglass V-bow, with easy-load trailer, $3,500. Call 540-592-3816 33 Childcare Services Offered Friendly Toy* & Gifts has immediate openings in your Area. Number One in Party plan: Toys, gifts, Christmans. Home Decor. Free catalog and information.1-800-4884875 O/i Childcare 04 Wanted Full-time Summercare needed for 2 boys, ages 4 & 7, in my home, 6/88/14, Fair Lakes/Chantilly area, 703-378-4314. 37 Construction Heavy Equip Siding Installers, Experienced, needed immediately. Work year round within 50 miles of Lynchburg or Danville. Reliable truck & equipment. call ALLGOOD Construction. 1 800 638 3601, nl0am-2pm. OQ Farm Equip 0%/ & Supplies 1978 JCB 3DIII Backhoe. Runs well. All hydraulics work. $5000 (703) 517-8013 Found Female Hound dog foun last week on Blue Mountain, Linden. Brown with white speckles. Call 540636-7352. 42 Furniture Appliances For Sale: desk, $35: file cabinet. $15: recliner, $45: sofa, $100; computer desk, $45; office Chair, $20. 540-9873362. Oak Dining room table with 6 chairs and 2 arm chairs, with buffet, Very good condition. $1,250.00. 703-7594690. Garage/Yard Moving Sale Everything inside and out of the house must go! (Cash and Carry) May 9th, 8am-4pm, 1518 Millikens Bend Rd. Herndon. Fabulous 2 acre multifamily yard sale- Saturday. May 9th, 9am-dark, Aldie Virginia, collectables, antiques, household and office items, including current &. retired Beanie Babies, toys, baseball cards, roll top desk, executive desk, old lanterns, picture frames, china, clothes, jewelry, tools and muck more. Rt. 15. 8 miles South of Leesburg, right on Tail Race Rd. follow signs to Mahoney Lane. 44 Giveaways Giveaway: Barn homes needed for shy unadoptable cats. All medical provided, all spayed/ neutered. 703-295-0678. Two neutered male cats in “-need of a home. Owners moving. To adopt one or both call 703-771-1241. 44 Giveaways Beautiful long-haired female adult calico. Free to good home without toddler or rough children. Very cute female kitten also being terrorized by toddler. 703-860-0028. Free kittens: We need a good home. Mom is Siamese and Himalayan. Beautiful colors. Long and short-haired. 7 weeks old. 703-729-' 4234 53 Lawn/Garden Equipment SPRING SERVICE SPECIAL Does your tractor need a doctor or just a Spring Service? Bring it to the experts at Culpeper Motor Corp. Get a complete service and tune-up for your lawn or garden tractor for just $1 4Q95 Includes: 2 qts. Oil, 1 qt. Hy-Tran. 2 Spark Plugs, Oil Filter. Air Filter, Pre-Cleaner, Fuel Filter, Adjust Mower Deck. Blade Sharpened, Hyd Filter. Full Lube, Check Belts. Wash & Clean Up FREE Pickup & Delivery within a 15 mile radius with a purchase of full service. (Zutfieften MOTOR CORF. Rt. 29 N. Culpeper 825-8381 M Livestock For Sale ./ It's Time For Stockin'! CHANNEL CATFISH: HYBRID BLUE GILL, Fathead minnows. Large Mouti Bass. Black Crappie and. Tnploid Grass Carp (lor Pond Weed Control) The Hybrid Blue Gi will reach a weight ol 2 to 2-1/2 pounds Delivery Will Be: TUESDAY. MAY 1# At The Following Location SOUTHERN STATES CO-OP • Front Royal (703) 635-3118Tlme: 11:30- 12:15pm SOUTHERN STATES LURAY SERVICE(703^743-6518 Time: 1:1S-2:00 pm Aqua-Shade and Complete Lne ol Pond Equipment Available CaH Your Local Store To Place Your Order „ or Call 870-578-9501 A Fish Wagon 7b7? H.vy 161* Mvin-mbur'i Arkansas 7MV Rent to Own Rixeyville Farmhouse on 3 acres $800 per month Call Linda or Les Owners/Agents (540) 825-1613 (800)272-1292 601 S. Main Street fflfcj] Culpeper, VA 22701 U2 CC Miscellaneous 90 For Sale For Sale: 12 coffee wood logs, already cut. Call 540-987-9210. 58 Musical Instr & Equip Piano for sale. Console. . Excellent condition. Zero down, assume low payments. See locally. 1800-437-9757. AKC Cocker Spaniel puppies. 6 black. 3 buff. Will have 1st vaccination shot and wormed. $300, will except deposits to place a hold. Will be ready to go. May 17. Call 540-937-6128. Iris, Daylilies, purple cone flowers, blue flax pink lilies, wild columbine, many other perennials, some freebies. VERY reasonable. Call 540987-9430 EARLY’S CARPET, tNC. TtaOnfrSkp Stopfer cgnpMi Hone DhmSq Swn Fbor Csnengi • SMm Timm* * Ski Conn t UpaHer nvmvnnv ■ waiuwiwB RL211 AmiMviS*, VA _937-5500_ Services Miscellaneous Mayor's House home for adults, in Broadway, Shannandoah Valley, offers a private room, in a family setting, at country prices, 540 896 3919 Volkswagon 1969 Beetle, needs restoration, dark blue, $1,000/ best Offer. (703)777-6331. 1994 Plymouth Duster2 door sport, 4 cylinder, AC, auto. 32K miles, lull 30,000 mile service, new timing belt, tires and more. No accident $6976. 703-777-6339 72 Camero, Beautiful restorable, Needs motor and tran work,taking loss at $3000 00. 540 341 1451 91 Ford Explorer, XLT, 4x4, good conidtion, Nes exhaust, brakes and tires, $6500 00,540 3643600 95, Honda Del Sol, Auto, cassette, loaded, Lo Jack, black, NAOA Price $12125.00 Will sell for $10800.00 negotiable. 703 250 1113 Acura, 1995, Integra RS. Silver. 2 door, 5 speed, spoiler, Alpine CD changer, 68K miles, very clean, $10,900/ ObO 703-443-2843. Audi 1989 100 Wagon: auto, like new, all power options, new michelines. phone, heated leather, remote entry, $5,600. 703-860-4423. Bulck 1989 LeSabre, Excellent condition, runs great, highway miles, $2.750 00. Call alter 6pm 540-347-7548. Cadillac 1992 Sedan DeVille.Very Clean Beautiful inside and out never recked, 78k miles, Loaded. $10,700 Call JW 703-644-6640 Chevrolet 1969 Camaro SS 327, Engine 300 horsepower, matching numbers, new everything, mint condition, beautiful car must see, sacrifice $9,500.00/ best offer or trade. 540-8771623. Chevrolet 1983 Camaro Z-28: Black, power everything, current Virginia inspection, $2,500. (703)777-6331. Chevrolet 1997 S10 stepside, red, 5-speed, a/c, great condition, sliding rear window, cd, 25K highway miles, $11,000/obO. 703-7249390. Chevrolet, 1991, Corsica. Automatic, loaded, great shape. $2900/ obo. 703-777-7653. Chevy ‘92 Camaro Garage-kept, original owner, 40,000 miles, like new, never been out in rain or snow! Best offer. Call Tom, 703-729-1878. DONATE YOUR CAR Heritage For the Blind. Tax Deductible. Free Towing, Free Phone Card to Donors 3/Ad #1285. 1-800-2-donate Ford 1972 Pick-up, Rebuilt 460, Cam, 780 Holly. DANA rear end CD player and tool box Runs great. $2395/ OBO 703-450-3978. Ford 1987 Tempo, 5speed, highway miles, 1 owner, records available. $1000/ best offer. 540349-4931, leave message. Ford 1989 Escort GT: $1800. 540-338-6495. Chevrolet 1988 S10 Blazer $4,500 540-3386495 Ford 1989 Thunderbird, Dark Blue, V-6. new tires, battery, loaded, great condition, very clean, garaged kept. 90k miles.. ,.$3250 00 703-356-5475 Ford 1990 Taurus Wagon LX, 4-door, FWD, loaded with extras, excellent condition, $4500. 703-620-2084 Honda 1984 Civic, 4door, silver, standard , ac, fm/cassette, good condition. 2 new tires $1998 negotiable. 703404-1246 Honda, 1987 Prelude SI. loaded, 125,000 miles, new tires/ accessory belts/ timing belt/ waterpump, great tor Highschool student. $4,000. 540-554-2347. Honda, 1995, Accord LX, 4 door, auto, power windows/ doors, CD player, 49,800 miles. $11,200. 703-777-4749. Jeep ‘98 Wranglerhunter green, soft top, AC, excellent condition. 24K miles, $13,800/obo. Call (703) 404-2555, Mercury 1994 Sable, Stationwagon, 60k miles, leather, new tires, ac, power everything, extended warranty. $10,900 OBO 703-3311323 Mon-Fri. 9-5pm Pontiac 1984 sedan Parisean, runs OK, current VA inspection, 97,000 miles. Asking $750. Must sell. 3414673 anytime. Pontiac 1995 Firebird formula, V8, 6 speed, TTop, loaded, white, 32K Miles, one own er.$l4,750.00 Call 703 742-4990. Saturn 1994 SL2, teal AC, am/fm cassette automatic, garage-kept Driverside airbag Maintenance record available. 69,000 miles asking $7300 Kevin 540-341-7323 Seized Cars from $175 Porsches, Cadillacs, Chevys, BMW's, Corvettes Also Jeeps, 4WD's Your area. Toll Free 1-600-218-9000 Ext. A-6080 tor current listings. 85 Thicks 89, Ford Ranger, 4x4, with truck cap, manual 5 Speed, rebuilt 2.9 L 6 cyl.runs great, $3000.00. 540 347 3794, Chevrolet 1993 S10 Tahoe Blazer: Black/gray interior. Great condition, low mileage, 46K miles, new tires. One owner. Asking $12,800.00. Call 703-777-5774. If no answer, Leave message. Chevrolet, 1989, Blazer, Silverado, 350, auto, 4" suspension lift, 1" body lift, new 35" TSL Thornbird tires, Class IV, hitch, Sony tape deck with 10 disc changer. Very clean Must see to appreciate. $10,000/ obo. 540-687-5322, Dawn. Dodge 1987 Ram, 4X4, Needs trans, Asking $2,000/obo. 540-3472264 Susan or Pete. Ford 1982 Bronco. New HO 302. All new mechanicals. Way too much to list Some wheel well rust. $5000. (703) 5178013. Ford 1991 Lariat F-250 XLT: 460 V8. Long bed Extended cab. 5th wheel towing package. Lots of recent work done: new brakes, exhaust, etc.' 80k miles. $9500 (703) 4053789. Ford sport utility- 88 Bronco II XLT- 4x4, 100K miles, power brakes, steering. & windows, roof rack, blue/white, K.C. lights, $4395. Call 703-4442243 Ford ‘90 F150 5-Speed V-8, White, bedliner, trailer hitch, AM/FM, Excellent condition, $5300/ obo 703-339-5455 8am to 8pm Jeep Wagoneer Lt. Edition 76 QuadriTrac/4WD, Cruise, a/c. New Pioneer AM/FM/Cass, Power rear-Window, Original Interior, 35K miles, Mint condition. $6500 OBO (540) 788-9226. Landrover 1995 Discovery: Ultimate Sports Utility vehicle. Treated with kid gloves inside and out. dual sunroof/ a/c /airbags CD, brush guard, jump seats, tan leather interior, dark blue exterior. Priced below blue book!! 703-2421630. Nissan 1992 Truck, 5speed, AC, bedliner, am/lm cassette, 34,000 original miles, second owner, $6400.00. 703644-6620. Toyota 1990 4Runner SR5, V-6, 4WD, auto, power accessories, AC, 88K miles, excellent condition, must see. $10,500/ obo. 703-4409465. Toyota 1991 Landcruiser: 96K miles, New brakes/tires/battery/alt., excellent condition. $16,500.00/offer. 540675-2597. Toyota '95 SR-5, 4 Runner, loaded, green, 5 speed. Call for more details. Mike 540-3493381, $17,000 or best offer. Ford 1993 Aerostat XLT, extended, V6, 4.0 litre, loaded, new tires, only 51,000 miles, great condition, $9900/ best offer. Must sell! 703-4403687. ED Parts & Accessories 1990 LX 5 0 Buliethole rims. Only on car for a year. Have been in boxes. Look new and are in very good condition. Nice addition to an older Mustang or Ford. Set of 4 rims including lugs. 15'X7" and will handle up to 245 cm tires. Over $900 new SeH for $299 OBO, Call 703-777-7174 Parts & Accessories SONNY'S AUTO PARTS Used parts for cars & trucks Some new parts Motors, transmissions & parts Installed (if purchased here) Over 2,000 cars and trucks at all times. We Buy & Sell running cars and trucks Open Mon.-SaL 9-5* CiOMdSun Located Rt. 229,5 miles past Culpeper High School 895-2571 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.22204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Thrusday, May 28, 1998 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following appplication: SU #98-04-01 Mary K Edmonds, owner of Tax Map 5, Parcel 5, at 1547 Zachery Taylor Highway, Huntly, VA 22640, desires a Special Use Permit to construct a family apartment (a two-bedroom mobile home for her son and daughter-in-law) on said property. Structure shall consist of no more than twelvehundred (1200) square feet of livable area and be located no more than two-hundred (200) feet from existing house Property is zoned Agricultural, located in Wakefiled District, and contains 10.00 acres Allowed under Section 170-36(A) with Additional Standards in Section 170-62(G) of the Rappahannock County Code. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4 30 pm. Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, May 20. 1998 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Baord of Zoning Appeals, c/o P.0 Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. 5-6 and 5-13-98 BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator #106848 NOTICE OF APPLICATION UNION BANKSHARE CORPORATION and RAPPAHANNOCK BANKSHARES, INC. Union Bankshares Corporation, a bank holding company with its principal offices at 211 North Main Street, Bowling Green. Virginia 22427, intends to apply to the Federal Reserve System for permission to acquire by merger 100 percent of Rappahannock Bankshare, Inc., a bank holding company with its principal offices at 257 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 22747. The Federal Reserve System considers a number of factors in deciding whether to approve the application, including the record of performance of the banks owned by Union and Rappahannock in helping to meet local credit needs. You are invited to submit comments in this application, in writing, to the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, P.O. Box 27622, Richmond, Virginia 23261. The comment period will not end before June 8, 1998, and may be somewhat longer The Federal Reserve Board's Policy Statement regarding notice of applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. 262.25. To obtain a copy of the Federal Reserve Board’s procedures, or if you need more information about how to submit your comments on the application, contact Mr. A. Linwood Gill, Assistant Vice President, at (804)697-8237, at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. The Federal Reserve System will consider your comments and any request for a public meeting or formal heanng on the application if they are received by the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond on or before the last date of the comment period. 05-06-98 #107147

101 Legal Notices ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID The Rappahannock County Board is soliciting bids from licensed Class A Virginia General Contractors for the renovation of four student restrooms and four adult restrooms at the elementary school, renovations of two student restrooms and one adult restroom at the high school, and reroofing of the high school shop building. Sealed bids will be received by Dr. David Gangel, Superintendent, on May 28, 1998, at the Office of the Rappahannock County Board, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Virginia 22747, until 2:00 p.m., at which time an bids will be publically opened and read aloud. Contract Documents may be obtained from Wise and Associates, Consulting Engineers, 11 Ridgetop Drive, Weyers Cave, Virginia 24486, telephone (540) 234-8474, fax (540) 234-8704. A payment of $75.00 will be required for each set of Contract Documents. Contract Documents relumed in good condition within 10 days of bid ‘opening will qualify for a refund of $75.00. No refunds will be made for Contract Documents which .are not returned prepaid, or returned more than ,10 days after bid opening, or returned in a market -of deteriorated condition. 'A prebid conference will be held at the School Board Office on May 20, 1998, at 2:30 p.m., at .which time the Owner and the Engineer will an.swer questions from prospective bidders concerning the project. Bidders are not required to be present, but are strongly encouraged to attend the conference. The Agreement requires substantial completion of the work prior to the opening of school for the 1998 fall session. Each bid must be accompanied by bid security made payable to Owner in the amount of five (5%) percent of Bidder's maximum bid price and in the form of a certified or bank check or a Bid Bond issued by a surety meeting the requirements of the General Conditions. 5-6-98 #107295 m Wanted BUSH HOG/ TRACTOR OPERATORS NEEDED Call: 540-882-3771 CARPENTERS For remodeling contractor own tools and transportation a must! Mostly local wo fir between Front Royal and Warrenton area. Only dependable, experienced, quality conscious need apply. Drug Free 540-622-2875 leave message. CONSTRUCTION Help Wanted Equipment Operator * Laborers Call 540-347-1976 or 540-347-9328 ^^TooTSSI?to,,“ Classify Isuzu 1989 Trooper 4WD, 5-speed, am/fm, a/c, New tires/brakes, 144K miles. $5,300.00. 703-834-9774 evenings. Loving Couple, both teachers, seeks inlant to adopt. Will pay legal expenses. Call Doreen & Chris, 1-888-291-4460 pin 5179, alter 5pm. Subaru 1983, 4x4, Hatchback, AM/FM cassette, 171K, $575.00 In Berryville. call collect , Maryland number 410527-0450 Volkswagen 1993 Passat GLX, VR6, 68K, black/. black interior, 5speed, BBS wheels, new tires/ brakes, $9499/ obo. Must sell. 703-4308224. Beanie Baby Show Siit. 5/9, 11.mi tn 4pm Hampton Inn,Frederick >0+ tables. Britannia Rafle, Dr prize every 1/2 hour. Adni. $2.00 Dodge 1990 Conversion Van: 74K miles, TV, Clean, seats , 7, $6,500.00. Call Steve alter 5:00pm. 540-8225624. Full-tima/long term nanny position in Boyce, VA, $275 per week + benefits & travel options, 2 children (8 months & 4 years old) some evening rx>urs and occasional overnight stays, live-in optional. 518-325-4322 Giveaway: 1 female black cat and kittens. Needs TLC. Must go. 540-882-3923 Giveaway: Border Collie/ Blue Heeler pup, cute, lovable, must see. Good homes only. 540687-5228 after 6pm; 540-687-4285 days. BEANIE BABIES AND COLLECTABLES SHOW Sunday, May 17th, 10am-5pm, The Harvey L. Pearson National Guard Armory in beautiful Warrenton, VA. Van Roijen St. across from Fauquier High School. Bntannia Bear, Beanie Baby raffle, hourly, free beanie Baby door prizes including Erin. Free Beanie Baby first 50 people, Admission $3.00 adults, $1.00 children under 12, VENDORS TABLES STILL AVAILABLE. For more info please call 703-777-7420 or e-mail us at bospiKOerols.com DRIVER - TRUCK Manassas based excavation & trucking co. has position available for experienced tri-axle dump truck driver. Top pay, attractive benefit package, hourly work. Phone Norman or Shirley ©: 703-335-2255 Everyone Can Shop the Co-op! Co-op's Down To Earth Savings Sale May 7th - 23rd Get Growing with these Great Deals on Lawn & Garden Supplies! 10 POUND DIAZINON INSECT GRANULES 6.75 FULL 3 CUBIC FOOT PINE OR HARDWOOD MULCH 2.51 HOM ELITE D830SB STRAIGHT SHAFT STRING TRIMMER BRUSH CUTTER Come* With Trt-Arc Blade *169.95 MTD 33* HP 20" CUT WALK BEHIND MOWER Comes With a Briggs & Stratton Engine *119.95 MTD 143* HP 42" CUT >ELUXE LAWN ICTOR $999.00 YOUR CHOICE 40 POUND •POTTING SOIL • cow MANURE *1.88 3.8 CUBIC FOOT PEAT MOSS 6.95 SO POUND BACCTO ENRICHED POTTING SOIL 4.95 HOM ELITE D830SD STRAIGHT SHAFT STRING TRIMMER s139.95 Remington Farmers' Co-op (540) 439-3254 Many Other Sale Items Available At Store. Warrenton Farmers' Co-op (540) 347-7100 Marshall Farmers' Co-op (540)364-1533 Rappahannock Farmers' Co-op (540) 987-8555 ?uipcpei Farmers’ Co-op (540) 825-2200 Everyone Can Shop the Co-op! Employment Driver-Eam up to $800 per week vour first year with USA TRUCK! Latemodel conventials with satellite, no slip seating and weekly pay. 800237-4642. EOE. M/F/H/V DRIVERS OTR for company trucks: 1 year experience: good work history: no touch freight; dispatched home Friday. Call for details 800-8763436. William Edwards Inc. ELECTRICIANS Helpers & Trainees Full time with benefits for residential work throughout No. Va. Call: E.L. Kellogg, Corp. 703-968-5545 FIN FT division level position in Culpeper supporting accounting, receivables, payables, purchasing, MIS, & HR functions in an administrative capacity. Maintains & reviews agency administrative files & serves as liaison with agency insurance providers. Must be bondable & able to act independently in an environment with changing priorities. $8.60 - $9.13. Apply with fully completed RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, Friday, May 15, 1998, to Human Resources, RRCSB, PO Box 1568, Culpeper, Va. 22701. (540) 8253100. EEO/AA. HORSEMAN’S POSITION On 1st class farm next to Shenandoah River. Work) Class Breeding Operation. References. 540-636-2220 RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR II #8080-04 7 positions open in Culpeper and Remington, Va. Skill w/adults w/mental retardation. Associates or equiv. $20,222 - $21,465. FINANCE & ADMIN. SVCS. ASST. #8108-01 FT division level position in Culpeper supporting accounting, receivables, payables, purchasing, MIS, & HR functions in an administrative capacity. Maintains & reviews agency administrative files & serves as liaison with agency insurance providers. Must be bondable & able to act independently in an environment with changing priorities. $8.60 - $9.13. Apply with fully completed RRCSB application by 12:00 noon, Friday, May 15, 1998 to Human Resources, RRCSB, PO Box 1568, Culpeper, Va. 22701. (540) 8253100. EEO/AA. BLUERIDGE TECHNOLOGIES Blueridge Technologies, a leading provider of cross-platform document management systems for Macintosh and Windows-based 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 learn 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 Softwaie Development Position. Should be proficient in C++ programming (MFC/Visual C++ preferred) with the Windows 95/NT GUI; Ole automation or document management experience a plus. I SEXLQR 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. Successful candidates will work out of our Virginia offices 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 Highway Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 ■ Fax (540) 675-3)30 or via email to: barbara@blueridge.com J RECEPTIONIST/ ACCOUNT CLERK for busy HVAC office. 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Concert scheduled in Amissville area The “Gospel Trails” of Alexandria will be in full concert on May 17 at 3 p.m. at Amissville Bethel Baptist Church to benefit the cemetery committee. Deacons Fred Morgan and Kelly Edwards, who are sponsoring the group', invite everyone to come for the morning worship service, stay for lunch, and enjoy the concert. Deacon Edward King will be M.C. for this event. Rev. Forrest Freeman is pastor. May 3 through May 8 is “Teacher Appreciation Week”. We salute all the men and women who take the time to plan exciting lessons, challenge our children to the best they can be, grade papers, give tests, stay after hours for tutoring or sports, plan the field trips, and, especially, for caring. Thank You. Sunday, May 10, is Mother’s Day. May this be a special day for moms everywhere! When I was bragging on our pretty ladies here in Amissville winning or placing in the Rappahannock pageant, I didn’t realize Miss Emily Carter won in the Wee Miss 57 age group. Congratulations to Emily and also to Miss Megan Early who was second runner up. Jeff Rechin of Amissville won top honors at the Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition held in Ocean City, Md., April 24-26! Visitors and carvers from all over the world attend the competition hosted by the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art in Salisbury, Md. The Ward World Championship is recognized as the largest and most prestigious wildfowl carving competition in the world, and has attracted the best wildfowl carvers since its inception in 1971. Jeff not only won the “Best in the show” for decorative miniature wildfowl in the open (professional) category for a carving of three turkeys, he By GLENDA GUM also won “Best in World” decorative miniatures for a carving of three King Penguins. “Best in World” is an honor only a few carvers in the world have achieved. Jeff’s piece of work is now a permanent member of the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art in Salisbury. Congratulations, Jeff, on realizing your talent and gaining the respect of your peers. Your family, friends, and community are very proud of you! The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Carnival will be held June 24-27 with the parade scheduled for Thursday, June 25. One of the special events is the crowning of the Queen, Princess, and Little Princess. Winning is based upon the number of tickets each young lady sells for the cash drawings held on the last night of the carnival. The age groups are: Queen contestants ages 14-20; Princess contestants ages 813; and, Little Princess ages 37. For tickets or more information please contact Sandi Carter at 937-4218. Special thanks to everyone who took part in the annual auction to benefit the Amissville Fire and Rescue. It was a good crowd for a good cause. The Jeffersonton Ruritan Club’s Summerfest is June 20. If you need to reserve a table, call 937-5119. Enjoy your week. Please submit your news for me by noon on Sunday in the box at Hackley’s Store. Read All Things Wild And Beautiful, by Rappahannock County’s favorite naturalist, John Trott. See Page A3. PermaTreat PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL Free Inspection Serving Rappahannock, for Over 30 Years BUILT WITH VALUE Backed by Local Dealer Service No Interest, No Payments , Until October! MODEL L-13 7-Speed Shift-On-The-Go ONLY *31 PER MONTH $1,099s5 SAVE $100 • 13hp Overhead Valve Engine with Pressurized Oil System and Oil Filter for powerful, yet quiet performance and long life • 38* Turbo-Cut Deck r MODEL LT-145 Hydrostatic/Automatic Drive ONLY *39 PER MONTH $1,39995 SAVE $100 • 14.5hp Industrial Overhead Valve Engine with Pressurized Oil System and Oil Filter for cool, quiet operation and long life • 27* Turning Radius & Caster Camber Steering for Easy Maneuverability & Effortless Turns • 38’ Turbo-Cut Deck 2-YEAR IMEDWARRANTY p Warrenton H GRAVELY I TRACTOR AGENCY 35 Broadview /toe 540-347-3623 Lovettsville JAMIES SMALL ENGINE REPAIR 11683McKjmmey Ln. 540322-9178 Culpeper J.A.SWAN.JR.& CO. 16033 Ira Hoffman La 540-825-8371 Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office. Raymond Higgins and others to Pamela D. Higgins, 20.8597 acres, Hampton. Sally S. Tufts to Patricia L. Spears, lots 5 and 6, block B, French Farm, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. Philip R. Johnson and wife to Alan F. Brown and wife, 25.55 acres, Harris Manor Estates, Hampton District. $73,500. James A. Wines to Waldo Wines and wife, lot six, 2.4748 acres, Wakefield District. $15,000. Werner Krebser to Jonathan Stuart Bailey and IL. . tI Rappahannock County Old Colonial on 2.9 acres with super!) mountain views. Otters 3 BRs. 2 BAs. old pine paneling, country kitchen, heated garage and outbuilding. Located on Rt. 211. $113,900 CALL DON KEITHLEY 540-675-3431 Regency @ 0 wife, parcel one, 34.9097 acres, Wakefield District. $215,000. Helen H. Baldwin to Baldwin Family Properties LLC, Hampton District. Deed of gift. Combo Real Estate Advertising Rates Available Call for Information 675-3338 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising jn this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 426-3500. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-543-8294. UCTION By Don P. Smeltzer TIME: Saturday, May 9. 1998 12:07 p.m. Due in Joe Wilson's demise, the following will be.SOLD to the highest bidder! Location: From Stanley. VA. take Honeyville Aye. South for approx. 1.5 miles to McCoy’s Store, tum left at McCoy's Store on Rt . 621. go approx. 4 miles to the intersection of Rt. 620 & 621 near the Twin Valley Church. Watch for signs! Will Be Sold In 2 Tracts! WHAT DO YOU HEAR KNOCKING? It's opportunity at vour door! DON'T MISS THIS AUCTION! NOWHERE you can find property that will be selling for approx. $250.00 per acre, which we believe it is going to bring on this bargain DAY. Yes! It offers a lot of extras. 10.000 ft. hard surface road frontage plus a long creek frontage. This is a GEM in the ROUGH. Terms: Deposit of $4,000 down per tract, day of sale A total of $.50 00 per acre at settlement and owner will finance the balance over 10 years at 7 percent annual rate BUYER'S PREMIUM: A 10% buyer's premium will be added to purchase price of real estate and included in the total contract price All announcements from the auction block will take precedence over any previously printed material or other oral statements made RAIN DATE: Will be my office below. 1:07 p m. THE REAL ESTATE AUCTION SPECIALISTS & MARKETERS Century 21 Professional Auction & Realty * 703-743-2121 Don P. Smeltzer CAI. AARE Lie. #045. Roddte Baldwin. CAl. AARE. Lie. #681 Everyone Can Shop the Co-op! / Down lo Values Sale Starting May 7th Through May 23rd We Have What You Need For Spring • Livestock Equipment • Soil/Soil Conditioners • Mulches • Fertilizers • Mowers • Paints • String Trimmers • Insect & Weed Con • Fencing AND MORE! v, ■ jldnffitfffiOT! GARDEN CENTER Herbs • Vegetables & Bedding Plants Aquatic Plants • Trees & Shrubs GARDEN CENTER SPECIAL: Daylilies Buy 4-Get 1 FREE $5.99 WARRENTON FARMERS' CO-OP 143 Washington Street mrin (just 1 block offRt. 29S) /“/ 1UU Store Hours: Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1^ p-i -Ton_i.nn _ WARRENTON ■FARMERSV ■COOP jai. / a.m.nt.w ^au. :co*og Member of VA Nurseryman's Association Jefferson Land & Realty (540) 948-5050 Internet Address: http./IJeffersondand arm Farms • Land • Residential • Commercial fl Madison County Etlan Area - 113+A acre mountain farm, near Nat'l Park, Victorian Farmhouse, 5 BRs, 4 5 BAs, fenced, streams, hams. $450,000. Call Lisa. EtlaiVDuct Area - 3 BR, 3.5 BA country home on 8♦/- pnvate acres, many extras 6*. 2 story apartment. $275,000. Call Carl. Just Reduced!!! 10*7- acres bordenng Wildlife Management area. Wooded, stream, king frontage, pert. Reduced to $39,900. Call Bill (OLREA) Rochelle Area - 74+/- acre farm, mostly open, king mad frontage, superior potential building sites, p»ile sheds. $199,900. Call Carl. Etlan/Syria Area - 51 ♦/- acres borders Nat'l Park, mostly wooded, stream, rcstorable cottage. $165,000. Call Lisa. "Black Diamond Farm" - Etlan area, 179+/- acre farm, Farmhixise, mountain views, streams, ponds, orchards, long frontage. $660,000. Call Carl. Uno Area -6625+/- mostly wooded acres, several elevated potential bkjg. sites & stream*. $149,000. Call Carl. Ragahinngck £avmtt Designed for Entertaining!! Log/frame country home sited on 1+/- acre w/4 BRs, 3 BAs, oversued decks «Sc balconies to enjoy mountain views. Located between Rappahannock & Old Dominion Hunts. Within minutes to the "Inn at Little Washington". $285,000. Call Bill. Covington River Frontage - 9.6+/- wixxled acres w/stream & road frontage. $49,900. Call Lisa. Serenity & Tranquility!! IS*I- wooded acres w/mad frontage & spring. REDUCED to $69,900. Call Lisa. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office DOWN IN THE F.T. VALLEY on approximately 1 acre lot, 3 bedroom brick home, kitchen, dining and living room area with fireplace, 1.5 baths, full basement, carport and garage. $125,000 TWO ROOM and bath frame cabin, 5.1 acres, stream, pond site, nice area of county. $75,000 RECENTLY RENOVATED Farmhouse. 2 BRs, 2 BAs, deck, 25 open acres w/barn & lots of board fencing. $190,000. By appointment only. BOSTON AREA - 3.2 acre open and wooded lot on deeded right of way. $22,000 BRICK, 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on 4.3 acres with stream and board fencing. Attached garage, kitchen/dining area with fireplace, full basement, large deck, 24x36 outbuilding. $185,000. James W. Leake I 987-8236 Bud Corder • John Eubank 675-3291 987-8146 ■ .rfcrn .. BESSIE BELL MOUNTAIN Enjoy the peacefulness of the mountain springs off Bessie Bell, forming streams meandering through the woods and meadows. Building sites adjacent to rock outcroppings overlooking the streams. Truly a peaceful setting! 102 acres for $249,900, or 66 acres for $143,572, or 36 acres for $129,000. D3. The Buyer’s Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 WASHINGTON: Great opportunity to own your own home and have rental cottages all on the same lot. The main house has 3 BRs, 2BAs, country kitchen, LR, DR & utility. Listen to a splashing stream from your front porch. Cottage 1 has 2 BRs, BA, kitchen, LR and electric heat. Cottage 2 has 1 BR, BA, kitchen, LR and propane heat. This is a unique opportunity on the outskirts of Washington. $189,950. WASHINGTON-Recently Remodeled: In-town home on 1/2 acre overlooking farmland to mountains. Large LR, DR & family room all supported by country size kitchen. MBR with sitting room, porch & back stair to kitchen. Four outbuildings & large apple tree. $185,000. a Real Estate III m RickKohtar 0^70 MitzieYbung 937-6146 \J § t# JL O 0 tJ 675-3555 Bargain nuntmgr iry tnis one. jdrs, zdas, living room, aining room, eat-in kitchen plus full basement with family room with fireplace, utility room, workshop and garage. All this on lovely landscaped almost 7/10th acre lot nestled amongst shrubs and trees at edge of village. Only $142,500 Eileen M. Day, Realtors (540) 675-3033 Washington, Virginia F-mail ■ cmdr@ns .gemlink The Count r\ Propoh fVoj’Ic " 1927 ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. WOODVILLE - 2-3 BR, 2 BA restored Farmhouse surrounded by shade trees offers a deck and a patio for entertaining, great horse facilities, fenced paddocks, 39 acres of lush green pasture, stream, a guesthouse and super location. A fox hunter's dejight! $395,000 FLINT HILL - OWNER FINANCING - a wonderful mixture of orchards, woods and wildlife areas on this 255 acres!! Excellent building sites, restorable 5 room tenant Farmhouse, large stocked pond and those gorgeous Rappahannock views!! Desirable Old Dominion hunt location! $779,000 Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 m BB Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 sS