Rappahannock News, June 10, 1998

121st Year ... No. 23 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 1998 Times Community Newspapers 50 cents A real balancing act o By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer Hampton supervisor Mike Massie favors keeping the county pretty much the way it is. “I don’t have the attitude of ‘Rappahannock County, love it or leave it,’ but I think Rappahannock County may not be the county for everybody. I think it’s difficult for a place to be all things to all people.” In a global environment where change is the only real constant, Massie thinks that “Rappahannock County has a lot to offer,” and “if taxes go up relative to the rate of inflation, I think we’ll be okay. If they go up faster, then we have to ask why.” According to a report issued last March by the University of Virginia’s Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, median adjust ed gross income (AGI) for state married couples declined in 10 of the 23 years studied, when adjusted for inflation and standardized against 1995 purchasing power. The median income level is the point where exactly half the tax filers earned more and half earned less. It is not an averaging of all the incomes in the state. See INCOME, Page A8 Year 1982- 83 1983- 84 1984- 85 1985- 86 1986- 87 1987- 88 1988- 89 1989- 90 1990- 91 1991- 92 1992- 93 1993- 94 1994- 95 1995- 96 “H3511 Determining Coat Per Pupil T048" 1.032 997 954 915 931 928 922 944 992 1.011 1.085 1.006 1.031 Per Pupil Expenditure From Local Funds Per Pupil Expenditure From Retail Use Tax Funds Per Pupil Expenditure From State Funds Per Pupil Expenditure From Federal Funds total Per Pupil Expenditur T044" 953 1.434 1.435 1.763 1.839 2.143 2.529 2,487 2.797 3.224 -3-341 276 295 317 364 376 373 404 467 453 484 1.348 1.387 733 808 868 1.0C6 1.155 1.264 1.432 1,428 1.356 1.055 560 .566 194 263 179 281 222 209 223 262 405 467 324 -246, Per pupil expenditure for operations from state, local and federal funds 1983-96 1w 2.319 2.798 3.117 3.516 3.685 4.202 4.648 4.686 4.701 4.932 4.803 5.456 .5-540 Carnival fun in Sperryville Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cart Ebom The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department’s annual parade and carnival was held last week. Local residents had great fun on such rides as the merry-go-round, above. See photos, Page B1. Old Rag Bulletins On June 11, at 7:30 p.m. the town’s Architectural Review Board will meet at the town hall to discuss a sign application at the packing shed corner, a renovation at Carroll and Charles Kevis’ house, and a studio addition to Laurie Marshall’s and Rex Slack’s house. On June 24 the Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting in the courthouse at 8 p.m. to formally adopt the county budget for next year. Happenings This Week • June 13, at 10 a.m. RCHS 1998 Commencement. • June 17, at 7:30 p.m. the County Planning Commission meets at the courthouse. • June 18, at 7 p.m. the Sperryville Gateway Committee meets at the Sperryville fire hall. Rappahannock New, P O Box 59 WaiJtiniion. Va 22747 (540)675-335* (540) 675-30S* (fax) Mauro ’98’s Student of the Year By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News StafT Writer Rappahannock has many outstanding students in its school system — students that excel in academics, sports and extracurricular activities. But this year one student stood out among the many in the county’s schools. That student is senior Courtney Elizabeth Mauro Courtney Mauro ana sne is Rappahannock’s Student of the Year for 1998. Mauro, the daughter of Wes and Charlotte Mills of Amissville, has amassed an impressive list of achievements throughout her formative years. She has a GPA of 3.84 and is a consistent honor roll student. In fact she is the outgoing president of the National Honor Society at RCHS. “I had Courtney in my eighth grade English class and for twelfth grade advanced placement English and she is a lovely young lady,” said RCHS teacher Laurel Van Horn. “She is diligent, hard working and very conscientious and has been a positive asset to my English class. I just know wonderful things are going to happen for her because she’s such a wonderful young lady.” Her social studies teacher Jeanne Grimes See MAURO, Page A8 J Not one, but two ’98 Athletes of the Year Heddleston: Doing it the hard way By Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer In the process of choosing an Athlete of the Year for 1998 it became obvious that was not going to be easy to do this year. Two athletes from Rappahannock County High School stood out as exceptional examples of what can be achieved when not only talent but determination and love of a sport are focused toward being the best. One of those athletes is Chad Heddleston. A quiet and modest young man, Heddleston isThe son Of Jon and .April Heddleston of Sperryville. They made it possible for their son to pursue his love of wrestling this year as Rappahannock • had no wrestling team for ^7-98. And pursue it he did. He went from being the “wrestler without a team” to fifth place in the state and he did it himself. Heddleston had participated for the three years prior to this, when there was a wrestling team at RCHS, and wrestles in the 103 pound class. He had been at a disadvantage in the past because he was lighter than the weight he wrestled at but did not have that problem this year. “I was really disappointed when I heard they weren’t going to have a team this year,” he said. “I wanted to wrestle — a lot of people did.” Heddleston believed he had a chance to do well this year but says he didn’t expect to do as well as he did. His father, Jon, said he knew his son could go all the way. “I expected him to go that far. Last year he wrestled at 88 pounds and won about 20 matches. He was consistent. This Chad Heddleston year with his weight up I knew he’d do well. He is a wonderful wrestler. I fully expected him to go to state. He progressed this year and you could see a lack of experience at the sub-region level and then he got his 'sea legs’ and did very well.” Heddleston practiced with the Fauquier High School wrestling team. Tied Proctor, wrestling coach at FHS, and his assistants took him on and helped him. Heddleston also had some coaching from Frank Paratore, the head coach at RCHS last year, who helped him prepare for regionals. His father took him back and forth to practice. “I think 1 did what other parents do — make it possible for child to participate. I took him to Fauquier topractice and we encouraged him.” They went back and forth to FHS about 10 times in a three week period for practice. See STARKS, Page A8 Starks: Setting a higher standard BY Jan LaValley Rappahannock News Staff Writer It was a case of against all odds for 1998’s Athlete of the Year Adam Starks, who shares the honor with Chad Heddleston. Starks, who also played basketball and was on the cross country team, excels in track and is in fact working toward attaining a scholarship in that sport to enable him to go to college. This year put him well on the road to that goal — he finished third in the state in 300 meter hurdles and was named to All State. He also finished fifth in the state for the 110 meter hurdles. RCHS track coach Jim Roszak said they have been approached by a local university but it’s still far to early for Starks to make a decision. After all, he has another year of high school and another year to better his already impressive record. Starks admits the limited track facilities at RCHS probably hindered him from doing even better this year. He practiced with the hurdles but would just set them up at approximate distances to practice. Until the final tournaments for the season came around he hadn’t practiced for the correct distance the hurdles are set up at for the state competition, he said. “I just set up my blocks and Adam Starks J prayed, he said, speaking of his competition at the state meet held at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. “I expected to do well at districts," he said, “and I got three golds and one silver but regionals really shocked me. I was not expecting to be regional champ in the 110 meter hurdles.” Setting high personal standards for himself is something Starks believes in. “Although I worked with him in cross country, which is a lot different than track, I have observed Adam is always a hard worker. He takes things personally and hates failure He has a high standard tor himself and is a highly motivated individual.” See HEDOLESTON, Pag* At

District Court Docket The following cases were heard in the Rappahannock General District Court on Tuesday, May 19 and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Patricia Want, expired registration sticker, $25/30. William Edward Wegley, 73/55, $54/30. Judy Ginger Allen, no seat belt, $25. Roy Jeremiah Allen, 67/55, $30/40. Silas E. Allen, 66/55, $33/30, no seat belt, $25. Christine Rossi Antram, 69/55, $42/30. Mirza-Iqbal Raza Baig, 69/55, $42/30. Joseph James Barcia, 69/55, $42/30. William Mitchell Burke, 71/55, $48/30, no registration in possession, complied with law; no seat belt, $25. Christopher Cesternino, defective equipment, $30/30. Ashish Suhas Chirputkar, reckless driving, 78/55, reduced to speeding, $70/55, $45 suspended, $30 cost. Tracey Brown Clark, 74/55, $57/30. George Brendan Conway, reckless driving, 78/55, reduced to improper driving, driver improvement class, review Aug. 11, $30 cost. Carole Cornish, 74/55, $57/30. John Wayne Cox, no seat belt, $25. Jon S. Cross, 74/55, defective equipment, $35/30, no registration in possession, complied with law. Stephen Thomas Curran, 69/55, $42/30. Michael Wayne Curtis, reckless driving, 82/55, $100/30. Forest David Fields Jr., no seat belt, $25. Robert Paul Flynn Jr., no seat belt, $25. Keith Randall Garrison, defective equipment, $30/30. Christopher Neil Gobie, no registration in possession, $10/40, no seat belt, $25. Darlene Maxine Grooms, 69/55, $42/30. Thomas L. Grund Jr., 67/55, $36/30. Randy Wayne Hartman, 68/55, $39/30. Victor A1 Heggan, no seat belt, $25. George Craig Hood, 65/55, $30/30, no seat belt, $25, no child restraint, $50. Donald Jones, 65/55, $30/30, radar detector, $40/2, no seat belt, $25. Michael Scott Jones, defective equipment, $35/40, no registration in possession, complied with law, no seat belt, $25. Leif Knutinge Klasson, reckless driving, 78/55, $100/40. Monarchs split with Broadway The Rappahannock Monarch’s split with Broadway last week winning the first game 12 to 3. In the first game Jeff Porter went the distance on the mound for the win. On offense Porter also got a double and two single’s. George Whitmore added a home run and two singles. In the second game Broadway defeated the Monarchs 10 to 6. On Sunday, June 14, the Monarchs will be at home at RCHS playing the Woodstock Raiders at 2 p.m. Settle’s tops Tri-Hand In Culpeper Little League softball action, Settle’s Excavating won their game against Tri-Hand at the Rappahannock High School Monday night. Defensively, second baseman Ashleigh Burke had the game of her life Monday night, assisting in six put outs at first base including a double play where she fielded the hit, tagged the girl running to second, and threw out the batter at first. Burke also had two put outs at second, one unassisted. First baseman, Molly Burke had seven put outs at first. Ashley Clinedinst had three put outs at third base, two unassisted. Shortstop, Danielle Hiserman assisted in two put outs and had an unassisted put out at second tagging Tri-Hand’s lead runner. At the end of the regular six inning game, the score was 14-14, sending Settle’s and Tri-Hand into extra innings. At bat first, Tri-Hand scored five runs before the final out. With two hits and four walks three runs were scored by Settle’s leaving three runners on base. Ashley Clinedinst, the eighth batter, hit the game winning double driving in all the runners on base which resulted in the 20-19 win. PermaTreah < PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years _ (540) 829-0000 Yes! I □ Please enter my new I subscription to: | Sappahannocb Neuiv Subscription Rates By Rappahannock...$21 .°°/ye£&** Elsewhere in the U.S.$27.°°/year Name _. Address _ City_State_ Zip_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahannocii Sinus, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS I Old Address: New Address: L,-1 The Rappahannock Nm*(ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Yfrginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. rMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock P.Q. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. Cindy Marie Larochelle, 71/55, $48/30, seat belt violation, $25. Ronald William Makela, 67/55, reduced to defective equipment, $25/30. Jane Frances Malone, 69/55, $42/30. Clifton Willis Marshall, 72/55, $51/30, no seat belt, $25. Stuart Michael Mawyer, insufficient tire tread, $35/40, no seat belt, $25. John Burt McKitterick, 69/55, $42/30. Gerald Dale Pack, 66/55, no seat belt, continued to June 16. Larry K. Parady, 72/55, dismissed. James C. Potter, 72/55, $51/30. Panjala Ragni, 72/55, $51/30. Michael S. Riley, 69/55, $42/30, no seat belt, $25. Deborah Robinson Roe, DUI, driving on a suspended/revoked license, continued to June 16. Ruiz Carlos Enrique Rua, 69/55, $42/40, child safety violation, $50. Richard Lee Runyon Jr., 74/55, dismissed, $30 cost. Deborah Christensen Stewart, 71/55, $48/30. David John Timer, defective equipment, $30/30, no seat belt, $25. Roy McKinney Tipton Jr., 69/55, $42/30. Robert Wesley Weaver, defective equipment, $35/40, no driver’s license in possession, $10/2, no seat belt, $25. Beth Ann Young, expired inspection, $25/30. Reggie Gray Armistead III, possession of marijuana, complied with VASAP, review, dismissed. The following cases were heard in the Rappahannock General District Court on Tuesday, June 2 and not previously reported in the Rappahannock News: Kathryn Marie Gagnon, 38/25, continued to July 7. David M. Harrington, expired county tag, $35/30. Robert Christopher Hetzer, expired county tag, $35/30. Christopher Kevin Hitt, driving on a suspended license, 39/25, continued to July 7. Ernest Howard Jenkins, curse and abuse, 12 months in jail, 8 months suspended, $60 cost. Jane S. Livington, expired county tag, continued to July 7. Ana Marie Nichols, 54/35, $57/30, no seat belt, $25. Julius Von Norwood, expired county tag, $35/30. Cecilia Oliver Pike, expired county tag, $35/30. Nellie Kay Sisk, expired inspection,$25/30. County Emergency Log The following calls were routed through the dispatcher during the past week: June 1: 5:58 a.m., mutual aid, U.S. 522, Front Royal, Chester Gap VFD; 7:46 a.m., mutual aid, Route 600, Madison, Sperryville VRS; 11:18 a.m., sickcall, Route 617, Castleton, Amissville VFD; 4:38 p.m., overdose, Route 642, Viewtown, Amissville VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 7:47 p.m., public service, U.S. 211, Amissville, Amissville VFD. June 3: 6:46 p.m., injury from a fall, Route 618, Laurel Mills, Amissville VFD and Chester Gap VFD. June 4: 8:24 a.m., injury from a fall, Route 1001, Sperryville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD; 4:22 p.m., allergic reaction, Route 643, Etlan, Sperryville VRS. June 5: 12:40 p.m., roadside fire, Route 633, Washington, Washington VFD and Flint Hill VFD; 1:10 p.m., injury from a fall, U.S. 522, Woodville, Sperryville VRS and Washington VFD. June 7: 9:24 a.m., mutual aid, Warren County, Chester Gap VFD; 2:56 p.m., difficulty breathing, Route 622, Castleton, Castleton VFD and Amissville VFD. The following calls were received by the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office during the past week: June 1: info.gen., Route 642, Amissville; residence, Route 617, Castleton; info.gen., Route 642, Viewtown; reckless driving, U.S. 211, Washington; residence, Route 617, Castleton; susp. person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 211, Washington. June 2: funeral escort, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; citizen request assist., U.S. 522, Sperryville; stray cat or dog, Route 637, Amissville; reckless driving, U.S. 211, Amissville; family fights, Route 610, Chester Gap; citizen request assist., Route 666, Chester Gap; public service, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; family fights, Route 670, Chester Gap; assist Warren County SO, U.S. 522, Flint Hill. June 3: susp. person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; susp. person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 211, Amissville; citizen request assist., Route 626, Rock Mills; stranded motorist, Route 622, Entertainment • June 19 and 20, at 8 p.m. RAAC film, “Amistad,” at The Theatre. • June 26 and 27, at 8 p.m. RAAC film, “Good Will Hunting,” at The Theatre. Series tickets: $25 (six admissions) single tickets: adults, $5, students, $4, children under 12, $3. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WITHDRAWAL FROM EAST WAKEFIELD AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT In accordance with Section 15.1-1511 (f), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County hereby gives notice of its intention to hold a public hearing on Monday, July 6, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider the request for withdrawal of 547.1617 acres (Tax Map 5, Parcel 14) by Alfred & Klara Kummli from the East Wakefield Agricultural and Forestal District. The applicants intend to create three two (2) acre parcels from the farm, and to then place the balance (in four parcels) under scenic easement to the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. The application to withdraw from the District is available for inspection at the County Administration Office, in Washington, VA, Monday through Friday 8:30-4:30. The Rappahannock County Agricultural and Forestal Districts Advisory Committee shall meet on Wednesday, June 17, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider the proposed Ordinance and District, and to make recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The Rappahannock County Planning Commission shall consider the matter at their regular meeting of Wednesday, June 17, 1998, at 7:30 p.m., at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. All persons interested in these matters are invited to attend and to make comment. .. ». NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RENEWAL OF C.E. JOHNSON AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT In accordance with §15.2-4311, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County hereby give notice of their intention to hold a public hearing on Monday, July 6, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider the renewal of the C.E. Johnson Agricultural and Forestal District, for a period of ten (10) years. The proposed Ordinance continuing the District is available for inspection at the Clerk's Office and the County Administration Office, both in Washington, VA, Monday through Friday 8:30-4:30. The Rappahannock County Agricultural and Forestal Districts Advisory Committee shall meet on Wednesday, June 17, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider the proposed Ordinance and District, and to make recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The Rappahannock County Planning Commission shall consider the matter at their regular meeting of Wednesday, June 17, 1998, at 7:30 p.m., at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. All persons interested in these matters are invited to attend and to make comment. Aaron Mt. Road. June 4: larceny from vehicle Route 611, Amissville; simple assault, U.S. 211, Washington; welfare check, U.S. 211, Sperryville; welfare check, U.S. 522, Chester Gap; juvenile status offense, Route 645, Amissville; civil problem, Route 684, Washington; citizen request assist.. Route 622, Washington; public service, Route 1001, Main Street; all other larceny, Route 622, Castleton; stray livestock/horses, U.S. 211, Washington; traffic accident-PD, U.S. 211, Washington. June 5: susp. person/vehicle/incident, U.S. 211, Sperryville; susp. person/vehicle/incident, Route 626, Rock Mills; assist. Warren County SO, U.S. 211, Washington; dog nuisance, Route 666, Chester Gap; intoxication, U.S. 211, Amissville; susp. person/vehi cle/incident, Route 622, Washington. June 6: traffic accident, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; info.gen., Route 621, Woodville; public service, Route 707, Slate Mills; citizen request assist., U.S. 211, Sperryville; info.gen., Route 622, Washington; firing weapon, Rappahannock Lakes; disorderly conduct, Amissville. June 7: traffic accident, Route 622, Washington; harassing communication, U.S. 211, Washington; stray live-, stock/horses, Route 231, Sperryville; criminal arrest warrant, U.S. 211, Washington; civil problem, Route 638, Washington; citizen request assist., U.S. 211, Washington; repossession of vehicle, U.S. 211, Washington; larceny from vehicle, U.S. 522, Flint Hill; repossession of vehicle, U.S. 211, Amissville; public service, U.S. 522, Woodville. “Amistad”, RAAC movie “Amistad”, directed by Steven Spielberg, will be the feature film at The Theatre in Washington June 19 and 20 at 8 p.m. “Amistad” is the story of an uprising aboard Spanish slave-ship in 1839. Led by a brawny African known as Cinque (newcomer Djimon Housou), the. African captives stage a bloody rebellion against their captors, only to sur/ender> teethe United States \£Iavy and be imprisoned on charges of piracy and murder. The case eventually goes to the Supreme Court and threatens the reelection of president Martin Van Buren (Nigel Hawthorne). Former president John Quincy Adams (Anthony Hopkins) comes to the aid of the mistreated Africans and delivers a mesmerizing closing speech on freedom in America. Rated R. 152 minutes. Upcoming movies are: “Good Will Hunting,” June 26 and 27; “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,” July 17 and 18; “The Full Monty,” July 31 and Aug. 1; a special family film, “Paulie,” Aug. 21 and 22; “The Horse Whisperer,” Aug. 28 and 29; and “Sliding Doors,” Sept. 18 and 19. Park field studies begin soon What could be better than spending a day exploring and learning about Shenandoah National Park? Beginning on Saturday, June 27, Shenandoah National Park will continue its field study seminar series with a day-long program on the flood of 1995. Three years ago this June, the park and surrounding communities experienced a once-in-a-lifetime flood event. Join park rangers and geologists from the U.S. Geological Survey and explore some of the places in Madison County and Shenandoah National Park that were most dramatically affected by the flood of 1995. Learn about the geology of the area, and how it can help predict where future flood events may occur. See for yourself how these areas were affected by the flood waters, and how these areas continue to recover. Participants should come prepared with sturdy hiking shoes, a bag lunch, and a FAUQUIER LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE INCORPORATED Regular Sales Every Tuesday HORSE SALE 2nd Sat 10 am Every Month STATE GRADE FAT CATTLE istTues . 1 30 p m. Every Month In addition to our regular sales on the 2nd Tuesday of each month We will have a State Graded Feeder Cattle Sale-Consignments Welcome For further information call 364 1566 1 mile east of Marshall on Rt 55 water bottle to explore firsthand the changes brought about by these flood events. Advanced registration for the seminar is required. Shenandoah National Park’s field study seminar series offers an exciting, hands-on way to learn about park and community resource issues. This summer’s schedule of day-long seminars are: History Under Foot (Cultural History in Shenandoah National Park) — Saturday, July 18; Air Issues — Saturday, Aug. 22; and Wildland Fire — Saturday, Sept. 26. To learn more about the. field study seminar series or to register, contact the park’s education office at 999-3489. Space in each seminar is limited so call soon to sign up. The cost for each seminar is $25 which includes course materials and supplies. 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New web site features Rappahannock events, businesses By George L. Warren Jr. Rappahannock News Contributing Writer WWW.RappLinks.com is a new locally designed web site that features Rappahannock events and news. “This is a very different type of web site,” explains creator John Moyles of Vision Mill Productions. “The great thing about it is that businesses can log onto the Internet, add their business to the web site and then keep tabs on their events, and its completely free.” To make RappLinks.com as comprehensive as possible, Vision Mill Productions has teamed up with Chris Salmon of 3rd Level, the creator of the Green Pages. Rapp Links.com takes advantage of a relatively new technology called active server pages. In the past, web sites were static in that once the information was programmed into a web page, it remained thus until the page was reprogrammed. Keeping the information up-to-date on a web site was very laborious and time consuming. With active server pages, it is simple and fast. When users go to the Rap links.com site, they will find a map of Rappahannock County and will be able to search for events by date, location or business. The active server pages make this type of free site possible since folks can enter their own information and keep their news and information current. Otherwise, maintaining a site of this scope would entail a lot of work. “I can tell you of 14 (web) sites about Rappahannock County that haven’t been updated in over a year, or were never completely built. These web sites would go much further to serve their purpose (to stimulate business) if they were kept current,” Salmon says. RappLinks.com represents a new wave in web site functionality. People will now be able to use web sites as effective busi ness tools, rather than as static advertisement. “Another great thing we’ve put into Rapplinks is a comprehensive network of Rappahannock based web sites. Anytime an event pops up that involves a company that has a web site, the user can click right to it. Tb get as many businesses involved as possible, we’re designing one page sites free for Rappahannock businesses,” says Moyles. “We want to make it as easy as possible for people to get information,” Moyles concludes. “When you consider how often people look to the Internet for information, this seems like a great way to do it." “The site is totally supported by two Rappahannock businesses that know the county and are dedicated to supporting county business: Vision Mill and 3rd Level,” said Salmon. “I know I speak for Vision Mill when I quote 3rd Level’s motto, "lb improve our quality of life by promoting Rappahannock County businesses to grow and prosper without affecting our style of life’.” Rappahannock County is within 300 miles of over 35 percent of the U.S. population and next to one of the most heavily traveled parks in the U.S. People would love to know something about the county and where to go, eat, and stay on their way through.” To enter your business into the RappLinks network, you can do so by going to WWW.RappLinks.com. Look for the option to “add your business” and follow the simple instructions. Salmon plans to add all of the 1998 Green Pages customers for free. If you have any questions, are interested in having a free one-page site to be included in the network or would like to have your existing web page added, call Vision Mill Productions at 937-3300. A report from Flint Hill The bluebird has four pale blue eggs in the nest box near the garage. According to Lee Trott’s daily record, the two birds appeared about 10 days ago. Between the two there was much gentle-sounding discussion of the suitability of the nest box. We watched them go in and out of the box from both windows over the sink and the dining table at the eating end of our kitchen. I often sit in the side yard, just outside the kitchen door. From there I had a good view of the female as she gathered freshly cut grass for the nest. After a good start, all nestbuilding activity mysteriously stopped for a day or so. Then she added a lining of long, dried needles from the white pines across the road. The first egg appeared and was noted in Lee TVott’s daily account of bird activities. When not gathering nest material, the female perches on a dead lower branch of a red maple where she sits in that distinctive hunched over, round shouldered way of bluebirds. She stares at the ground, abruptly drops down, picks up an insect and flies back to her perch. Often she pounds the insect into edibility before swallowing it. The male has not been so much in evidence. On occasion, I see a brilliant flash of blue as he flies to his regular perch on the clothes line support. From there he has a good view of his nest box and the back yard. Once a house sparrow landed on the nest box. The male bluebird flew at him so abruptly the surprised sparrow was knocked off the nest box. Since then, the house sparrow has been absent from the yard though I hear his persistent “cheep, cheep” from Mr. Jett’s yard next door. This is late for bluebirds to begin nesting. Where had they been before turning up in midMay? Was the first nesting attempt elsewhere a failure? Did the pair just move into available, unoccupied territory? There is always a certain mystery about bluebird doings. I suspect it is the unanswered questions combined with a certain aloofness of bluebirds that appeals to us and so entangles our emotions. It makes us protective. The house wren filled a nest box in the side yard with sticks. This is a most persistent, insistent singer; it’s as if the water in a fountain has been converted into bubbling bird song. “You leave the bluebirds alone,” I heard Lee Trott say to All Things Wild And I Wonderful John Trott L the wren that was foraging for spiders near the garage. I have spoken to him also and doubt he heard. Wrens are wrens; a law unto themselves. If one of them decides to peck holes in the bluebird’s eggs, it will be done. The house wren got a mate; she fashioned a deep cup within his sticks and laid two eggs. I suppose there are more now but have not checked. My wish is for the wrens and bluebirds to coexist peacefully. Robins fill dawn and dusk with rollicking, jubilant announcements. This chorus, to which I awaken each morning, is stitched through and embellished by the low hootings of doves, the bright intricacies of cardinal songs, and the pipings of a Baltimore oriole. The house wren is a late starter but, eventually, his effervescent song joins the robins’ proclamations. The three robin pairs long ago settled territorial disputes and feed in harmony in the great side yard that qaust contain a number of earthworms. Today I watched a robin run across the lawn, suddenly pause and look down. With a quick spear of his yellow bill, he captured the earthworm and gulped it down. At least one of the three robin teams has brought off a fledging. I hear his repeated calls for food and worry that he is on the ground and one of the cats that roam through Flint Hill will also hear the call and make a killing. Grackles continue to be a problem at the feeder where they crowd in with their clacking selves and consume all the seed in a short time. If we don’t chase them away by yelling and pecking on the window, the number grows until it makes me think of a neighborhood gathering when everyone has a story to tell. Now there are young grackles out of the nest. They are persistent with their calls for food. One landed on the feeder and, when I pecked on the window, looked perplexed, as if not knowing what to do. His parents flew away; he stayed until I went out to chase him from the feeder. 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I won’t search for further proof and take a stool to allow me to reach up and check the nest contents. That would be a breach of etiquette; a breaking of the rules of good behavior established between the catbirds and myself. Another pair is surely nesting on the thick growth of privet that separates the side yard from U.S. 522. This pair are on the opposite side of the house from the “honeysuckle” catbirds. I have observed no catbird disputes over property boundaries. When I sit in the side yard the catbird invariable turns up. It seems he is interested in me and tries to mask his curiosity by searching for insects in the great elm tree. As usual, the two catbirds are always together. When I put out a fresh contribution of bird seed, the chickadee and titmouse arrive almost immediately to pick out a sunflower seed before the grackles descend to devour everything. The Mourning Dove f§eds in a quiet, determined way: peck, peck, peck. Doves pay no attention to the aggressive and noisy grackles. I watched a face off between a grackle and a dove. The big dove outstared the grackle and won complete control of the platform feeder until he finished: peck, peck, peck. There is much to watch and even more on which to speculate. I wonder how I find time to write these columns. Walking for life mam Photos Courtesy of Ester Settle Above, Lynne Baines and Karla Miller walk the survivor’s lap, the first lap of the ACS’s Relay For Life. At right, from left, Carolyn Leake, Ester Settle and Virginia Atkins also on the survivor’s lap. Entertainers from the 'Renaissance Faire came to the Relay to add levity and, what else, entertain. The 23 teams participating for Rappahan-nock County raised $24,429.82, which topped last year’s effort. More people than in any previous year walked to help raise funds for cancer research and educational programs this year. ABEBDEEH 825-1037 Wednesday Night Prime Rib $11.95 PUBLIC HEARING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATED DATA & LAYOUT The Rappahannock County Planning Commission, in accordance with §15.2-2204, §15.2-2226 & §15.2-2228 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, shall hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 17,1998, at 7:30 p.m., to consider the final draft Comprehensive Plan for Rappahannock County prepared over the last several years. The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors shall hold a hearing on the plan on Monday, July 6, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. Copies of the plan are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the County Administration Office, the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk's Office and the Rappahannock County Public Library The text of the draft Comprehensive Plan has been previously approved by both the Rappahannock County Planning Commission as well as the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors and is not the subject of these hearings This hearing is intended solely to consider additional information to be added to the text (consisting of descriptive material concerning the Town of Washington and updated data concerning demographics, school enrollment, etc.) and the actual layout of the plan itself All interested persons are invited to attend and to make comments Written comments will be accepted at the County Administrator's Office, 290 Gay Street, or PO. 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Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Jan LaValley MUSIC IN THE AIR: From left, RCES music teacher Joy Rollins plays for Kara Lofton and Baillee Batcheler as they audition for the musical “Clowns.” Auditions held for musical Unusual show will incorporate sign language Thanks to Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, approximately 40 local students between the ages of five and 13 had the opportunity to audition June 4 and 5 for upcoming musical “Clowns.” “Clowns” will be no ordinary musical. The participants will also learn to do their singing and speaking in sign language. Other community members, regardless of age, are encouraged to volunteer for any of the many tasks involved in pulling together a production of this size. According to Teresa Light, the production coordinator, the beauty of “Clowns” is that the chorus and non-speaking clown troupe can include from five to 20 clowns each. This leaves a great deal of flexibility for numbers of participants. There is also a wide range of roles which include speaking dramatic clowns, non-speaking dramatic clowns, soloists, and chorus members, not to mention backstage technicians and artists. This provides ample opportunity for children of all interests and talents to participate. Another added bonus is that school bus transportation will be provided to all rehearsals. Rehearsals for “Clowns” will be held at Rappahannock County Elementary School every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. from June 23 through July 21. Performances are as follows: Open dress rehearsal, 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 22. Matinee performance, 2 p.m., Thursday July 23. Evening performance, 7 p.m., Saturday, July 25. If you are interested in participating in this production, volunteering on the set, or making a donation to Headwaters, contact Light at 987-0523. “Clowns” is a once in a lifetime opportunity — don’t let it pass you by! Summer youth art class planned at Shimmering Meadows Shimmering Meadows Farm Studio will present a Summer Art Program for children ages 8-14. Learning art in a fun and exciting atmosphere with “hands-on” experience is the principle behind the program. Shimmering Meadows, an affiliate of The Art League School of Alexandria, is located in Slate Mills and is dedicated to bringing the finest in art training to the area. Two, two weeks sessions will be offered, June 29July 10 and July 13-July 24. The program will be held Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kitty Dodd, artist and art director at St. Luke’s School in Culpeper, and Carol Vogel, artist and director of Shimmering Meadows have developed the program. The summer arts program is designed to introduce students to the principles of drawing and painting. Instruction in drawing will include principles of design, line, shape, and modeling. Painting color principles such as primary, secondary, and complementary colors will be introduced and stressed. Instruction in the elements of form, light, and shadow will be presented. Lines, shapes, and colors are brought together by the child’s imagination to create wonderful projects designed to teach basic art knowledge. Projects that stress eye-hand coordination will be presented in a simple and fun way. Instruction into pattern and design will also be given. Through the exposure to various approaches to design, ranging from European to folk art variations, a child’s concept will be broadened to the many variations that can be brought together and combined for different effects. Famous art works and artists will be shown and discussed to expose the children to the history and development of art through the ages. Dodd and Vogel are planning special projects that will reinforce this art history learning in a fun and inventive way. Sculpture will be explored with various mediums. Through the use of modeling compounds, “found objects,” and mobiles, children will learn to work with three dimensional art projects adding variety to two dimensional drawing and painting. Dodd, who specializes in the drawing and painting of animals, began her love and draw ing of animals at an early age. Bom and raised in Michigan, she contributes her fondest memories to the fact that she lived next door to the Detroit Zoo. Growing up so near to a zoo gave her the opportunity to learn how to love and respect the animals she so skillfully illustrates today. “I draw portraits of what I see and try to convey an emotion through the eyes and expressions of the animals I choose to draw. It is a style I refer to as realistic impressionism”, Dodd says. Her education includes the Cranbook Academy of Art, the University of Michigan, the Corcoron School of Art, Mary Baldwin College and the Savannah College of Art and Design. She has been teaching at St. Luke’s for the last 10 years. Her art has been displayed in numerous shows and galleries throughout the area. Vogel has been drawing, painting and involved in creative endeavors since early childhood. She attended American University with a major in fine arts and continued her art studies at The Art League School, and privately with several prominent por4 trait artists. Her special love and passion is portraiture. Since moving in the area, Vogel has been pleased to paint and draw the portraits of many prominent family members of the local business and medical community as well as subjects from surrounding cities. In an effort to bring quality fine art instruction to the Blue Ridge Area, she founded Shimmering Meadows in affiliation with the Art League School. “When I was young, I never had the opportunity, nor do I think any programs were available, to teach me the basic foundations of drawing and painting,” Vogel says. “I want to make available this art knowledge, especially to children who are so impressionable at a young age and eager to learn. The summer art program seemed like a natural way to make this happen.” Students will work in the climate-controlled teaching studio and outside on location. Beverages and all art supplies will be provided. For information on how to enroll contact Vogel at 547-4385 or Dodd at 547-3192. 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——Eappafjannocfe iSebjg— C v 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 President Senior 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 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNews@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 1998 Our View Taxes vs. needs Where will other sources of revenue come from? In looking at the issue of family income in the county we found that income is not really the issue at all. The issue is where the income is being made and where it’s being spent. Where will funds come from to continue to fund services in the county? With an eye toward the future the citizens and elected officials will have to find ways to fund the budget, increase services and opportunities here while performing a balancing act to maintain the county’s rural character and identity. Not an easy task. It is going to be challenging. Needs for funds to support the school system in particular is a large part of what faces all who live here. The board of supervisors and other concerned citizens are looking for ways to implement other sources of revenue for the county besides raising real estate taxes. Residents need to get involved in this process. There are many of the approximately 7,000 residents of the county that the supervisors do not hear from. There are those they hear from on a regular basis. Which are you? Rappahannock Today I Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Cart Ebom Hay making is in full swing and is a common sight along county roads at this time of year. Old Dominion Politics Somewhere out there lurks Mark Warner with his megabucks and dreams of being a big somebody in Virginia politics. Warner, whose big spending brought him surprisingly close to Republican Senator John Warner in their Warner versus Warner face off a couple of years ago, is a Democrat in an increasingly Republican state. But no matter. From all appearances he will seek his party’s nomination for governor in the year 2001 and, if so, there doesn’t appear to be anyone to stop him from getting it. Don Beyer might be tempted to come out of a forced political retirement but his fellow Democrats could hardly have; been inspired by the insipid campaign he ran as their nominee last year. That doesn’t leave much of a Democratic field to challenge either Lt. Gov. John Hager or Attorney General Mark Earley, one of whom will likely be the GOP nominee for Governor about three and a half years hence. Of course, Warner, given his flashy performance in seeking the Senate seat, could opt to run for Senate in 2000 if Democratic incumbent Charles S. Robb decides to step down. But even in that case, Warner might not be eager to take on former Gov. George Allen who would be the oddson favorite for Republican nomination should he want it, which he probably will. It seems likely that there will be a hotly contested battle between Hager and Early for the GOP gubernatorial nomination, meaning both candidates will have to spend large sums of money. Presuming Warner got the Democratic nomination in the cheap, that would leave him with loads of cash - much of it his own- in the general election. Essentially, Warner’s philosophical bent seems just about the same as the slightly left of middle of road Beyer. But Warner has shown that he knows how to mount an effective campaign even when fac ing one of Virginia’s most popular figures and strongest campaigners. He would be a very formidable candidate for governor even in a Republican tilting state. I saw John Hager last week at a barbecue held in his honor in Fredericksburg to help pay off his campaign debts. Hager, as usual, was his ebullient self and is using his office to travel across Virginia frequently and make new friends and potential future supporters. Earley, too, is letting no grass grow under his feet. As Virginia’s top lawyer, he gets his name and photo in the paper and on television a lot and has as his fundamental base of support much of the socalled Christian coalition, though his appeal is certainly much broader. Since congressional races this year, such as they are, are mostly ho-hum affairs, pundits, such as this one, are reduced to speculating about elections in the future years. But that i« a long and time honored tradition of the state press corps. The moment one gubernatorial election ends, prospective candidates in the next one often seek to have their names dropped. One final note. A recent flurry of articles suggested that Senator Robb will probably run again. He will never again be the formidable Democratic candidate he once was, but should never be counted out. He has kept a low f>rofile in the Senate due, at east in part, to committee assignments that deal with many secret matters. An Allen-Robb match-up would be fascinating since Robb was Virginia’s most popular office holder of the 1980s and Allen the most popular of the 1990s. It would be a perfect way for state political junkies to begin the new millenium. John Goolrick, a former political reporter, is now an aide to 1st District Rep. Herbert H. Bateman. Opinions expressed are his own. Down Photo Courtesy of Walter Day OUT OF THE ATTIC: A typical Scout Troop from the time period when Day was in the Boy Scouts. The days of Boy Scouts By Walter Day Rappahannock News Contributing Writer * I happened to see a fund raiser for the Boy Sobuts last Saturday. It brought back treasured memories. But first there is no memory! of anyone having to raise money. I do not recall there being any need for money. Scout Masters were volunteer adults and churches furnished meeting places. If you earned a little money you bought the kerchief. The next bife buy would be the hat. I never got a hat. ‘ There was one kid that had the whole outfit, clear down to his socks — even a bugle. He was also the only kid in the county that went to the big Jamboree in New York, that was in 1936-?. I secretly hoped that my grand dad would put up the money for me. I always tl^bught he was rich. That was the Depression days and I found many years later that he was having a real hard time. * I really envied the kid that had it all. Fdrty-five years later I saw him. I was pleased to discover that he never amounted tojmuch, and he was still called “Buster.” J My brother Jim, a year older, and I, probably had more pleasant memories from belonging the Scouts than anything else in oiir youth. The rest of the time we were hoeihig beans, picking potatoes or cutting wood fop the kitchen stove. But three summers we went to camp. t In the state of Idaho there were no organized camps (probably the reason we did not h$ve to raise money). But one thing Idaho hfid was plenty of primitive wilderness. The best year we went to the south fork of the Salmon River. A tribe called “The Sheep Eaters” referred to the salmon as “The river of no return.” I was at that time a squad leader with about six men in the squad. More about this later. We rode in a bus made out of two by fours and celotex painted gray, the driver and assistant scout leader was named Clauson. I do not remember the leader’s name but he was a very likable young man and belonged to the Mormon Church. Our troop met at his church. , We made the camp near the river. Nearby was a hot spring and a small pool where we could have our own jacuzzi. About 10 miles before we got there we had some real excitement. Out the window we saw a large salmon swimming in the rapids with his back clear out of the water. The bus stopped, everyone ran to the river. My brother Jim got there first and picked up the fish. The salmon flipped and flopped and beat Jim up so bad he had to drop it. The driver, Bill Clauson arrived with a hatchet and killed the fish. We all had broiled fresh salmon that night! I and a scout named Paul decided one morning to hike up a nearby peak where we could see a fire lookout cabin. Without telling anyone we took off. It was further than it looked because the trail wound around the mountain. There, a man and his wife showed us every thing they did. It was interesting to see how they could locate the exact spot where they saw smoke. We could not stay there long because it was getting late. We decided not to follow the trail but take a short cut. We got lost. Eventually we saw smoke from a sheep herders stove. There were two men preparing their dinner. It was one of the men’s birthday and so they invited us to share it. There was a big pot covered with hot ashes and when it opened there were hot brown sourdough bread rolls. The food was very good. Then they showed us the way back to camp. The camp lasted two weeks. About six of us and the leader went on a three day hike to two lakes and over a summit where there was a small glacier (snow that never melted). When we returned to camp one of the squad members, a boy named Ralph Perkins, had promoted an election and threw me out of office and got himself elected. I forced another election and got the job back. Every year for three years I had to fight Ralph. He would grow a few inches every summer and decide he would get me. I am glad I never ran into him when he was 30 and had been picking up heifers for a living. He would have broken me in two. Besides eating salmon, there was trout and grouse. Some guys caught trout with their bare hands. The name given to the grouse was “Fool Hen.” Their genes told them that the enemy came from above. They would always fly into a tree and stay there till we knocked them off with a rock. They were very good to eat. Each squad did their own cooking. It was a wonderful adventure. I Letters Relay best ever The 1998 Relay For Life was a huge success with 23 teams from Rappahannock participating. Thanks to the Airlie Conference Center for the beautiful setting for the Relay and Fauquier County for hosting the event. Bruce and Dawn Chadwick do a great job as coordinators of the Relay. Rappahannock is amazing. With a population of just over 7,000, 23 teams, participated and raised $24,429.82. The American Cancer Society uses these funds toward research, education, prevention and patient services. Thanks to team captains Bengy and Becky Atkins, Roberta Jenkins, Betty Klise, Louise King Eastham, Charlotte Freeman, Jon Heddleston, Karen Alexander, Sharon Dodson, Jan Palmer and Beverly Atkins, Aney Massie, Betty Jean Settle, Karla Miller, Naomi Smoot and Barbara Jenkins, Joyce Cooper, Jan Makela and Edie Fishback, and to everyone who participated in any way :— being on a team, donating money, or coming to the event. It was you who made the event a success. We are looking forward to the 1999 Relay For Life. Ester Settle Rappahannock Coordinator Letters to the editor The Rappahannock News welcomes Letters to the Editor from its readers as a forum for discussion of local public affairs subjects. WRITE: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 FAX: the Editor (540) 675-3338 To be considered for publication: Letters must be signed by the writer. Include address and phone for verification (not to be published). Letters are subject to editing for clarity and length. Personal attacks will not be published. Long letters from those with special authority on a current issue may be treated as a guest column (with your photo/requested). Due to volume, letters cannot be acknowledged. All are appreciated and will be read with interest toward the newspaper's editorial values. If possible, type your letter double spaced using upper and lower case. Letters must be received by noon Monday to be considered for that week's publication.

Academic awards reception and assembly held at RCHS Rappahannock County High School held its annual awards ceremony for the student body Thursday. Students who excelled in specific areas were honored in front of the administration and student body. On Wednesday night, Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, sponsored its first annual Academic Reception at the high school to give students recognition for academic achievements. The following students received awards at one of the ceremonies held last week: Business Dept.: Julie Atkins, Accounting II Jennifer Bywaters, Medical Systems Brandy Cave, Legal Systems Jessica Lawyer, Word Processing Courtney Mauro, Accounting I Stacey Payne, Computer Info. Sys. Emily Sims, Keyboarding Tiffany Stanley, Business Law Melissa Zirn, Business Management Eighth Grade: Holly Long, English 8 Julie Scroggins, English 9 Skills Lauren Thornhill, World Geography English Dept.: Sonya Anderson, Academic English 10 Ward L. Cash III, Skills English 10 Jami Gillis, Honors English Jessica Lawyer, Adv. Placement English Crystal Leake, Academic English 12 Rebecca Metcalfe, Honors English 10 Rebecca Metcalfe, Journalism Crystal Mills, Academic English 11 Shanna Nicholson, Skills English 11 Claire Schadler, Honors English 11 Jenni Shotwell, Senior Skills English Amanda Sims, Academic English 9 Naomi Smoot, Journalism Emily Taylor, Public Speaking/Debate Eleanor Clifford, Drama Arts Dept.: Benjamin Atkins, Advanced Art Travis Dodson, Outstanding Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Carl Eborn ACADEMIC SCHOLARS: David Massie, center, receives an award as a Class of 2002, 1998 Rappahannock Scholar from Ron Vickers, right. Achievement in Chorus Sara Furr, Outstanding Achievement in Chorus Frank Gioia, Band, 8th Grade Genie Miller, Art I Matthew Wolfe, High School Band Foreign Language: Jami Gillis, French II Crystal Grigsby, French III Holly Long, French I Lily Menze, French IV Lily Menze, Spanish I Lainie Morgan, Spanish III Frank Paratore, Spanish II Claire Schadler, Spanish III Math Dept.: Lisa Foster, Integrated Math II Sarah Langelle, Pre Algebra Crystal Mills, Finance Colin Nichols, Geometry Shanna Nicholson, Integrated Math I Tony Payne, Algebra I Shelly Timbers, Trigstar Competition Brady Wolfe, Pre-Calculus Matthew Wolfe, Algebra II Melissa Zirn, Calculus Physical Education: Candice Dennis, Physical Education 9 Chris Dennis, Advanced P.E. David Loebs, Advanced P.E. Rebecca Metcalfe, Physical Education 10 Jeff Ritenour, Physical Education 8 Science Dept.: John Ferdetta III, Physical Science Crystal Grigsby, Biology Lily Menze, Physics Lainie Morgan, Biology II Stacey Payne, Chemistry II Amanda Sims, Earth Science Emily Sims, Environmental Science Emily Sims, Chemistry I Emily Sims, Bauch & Lomb Science Awd. Social Studies Dept.: Crystal Leake, Government Courtney Mauro, Psychology/Sociology Colin Nichols, World History 9 Marc Russell, World History Special Award Claire Schadler, Adv. Placement Government Adam Updike, U.S. History Melissa Zirn, Humanities Allison Baker, Bronze Congressional Award Transition Dept.: June Baker, Transition 1.2 Betsy Moore, Transition 11 Vocation Dept.: Ian Blubaugh, Technology Students of America, high school Ward L. Cash III, Technology Foundations Eleanor Clifford, Culinary Arts Joshua Fantaci, Materials processing John Ferdetta III, Pellegatta exhibit at Glassworks By Dafna Laurie Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Ted Pellegatta, arguably the preeminent photographer of Rappahannock County’s natural beauty, is presenting his work at Glassworks Gallery from June 14 through the end of July. This show debuts two dozen pieces that have never been seen before. Rappahannock’s landscape, the theme of this show, has been Pellegatta’s prime inspiration for the last eight years. After visiting Rappahannock County for nearly 20 years, he became a full time resident in 1990 and began his professional career as a photographer. The beauty of the county Drought him back time and time again, and finally was why he stayed. Pellegatta grew up in Bethlehem, Pa. Since then his residences have included New York, Los Angeles, London, Washington, D.C. and St. Croix. “After living in so many large cities, it was time to come to the county,” said Pellegatta. He was first inspired by his exploration of Baltimore in the mid-’80s where he was struck by the uniqueness of the neighborhood which he was visiting. “It seemed to be, visually, stuck in the 1950s,” said Pellegatta. “I couldn’t believe what I was seeing, so I bought two roles of black and white film and shot the area, to see if what I was seeing and feeling was really there and if I could capture it on film.” Two weeks later, when the film was developed, he was stunned, staring at scenes from the era of his childhood, taken only weeks before in the neighborhood to which he had felt so strangely connected. For Pellegetta, the goal of photography is to “share that one movement with people, to capture it, that one private moment.” Since his discovery, that what he saw and felt in that Baltimore neighborhood — a flashback from his childhood — could actually be captured and shared, he hasn’t turned back or slowed down. In a mere eight years has been able to establish his work worldwide. Pellegatta has pieces in private homes, magazines, offices, hotels, calenders, on tiles, T-shirts, cards and mugs. He has had multiple galleries and was the co-owner of Piedmont Fine Arts. Recently Pellegatta produced and designed an image for a U.S. Marine Corps recruiting poster that will be produced in the multiple thousands. Both at Rappahannock High School for their journalism class and at the Hearthstone School, he had the opportunity to teach his craft. “It was the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done” said Pellegatta. When asked what photography has taught him, Pellegatta carefully replied, “Patience, the awareness to look at a view from many different angels and a greater appreciation of my surroundings.” His future plans include a full color book of his photographs from the county. Glassworks Gallery is located one mile west of Sperryville on U.S. 211. Call 987-8474 or visit the gallery's web site at http://www.oldway.com. 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 inequalities 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: June 24,1998 -10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Additional dates and times will be scheduled if necessary and advertised.) By order of the Rappahannock Board of Equalization Technology Students of America, middle school Wendy Gillis, Building Trades Byron Granda, Technical Drawing Frank Paratore, Architect. Drawing/Drafting Justin Purgason, Manufacturing Technology Chorus: Students honored at the RCHS Awards Assembly for receiving Chorus letters were: Amy Buckholtz Jennifer Bywaters Haley Clark Candice Dennis Travis Dodson Sara Furr Melissa Gatewood Jennifer Green Stephanie Grigsby Margo Haynes Daisy Johnson April Miller Genie Miller Samantha Sisk Emily Taylor Attendance: The following students were recognized for Perfect Attendance: Jessica Newkirk Tony Payne Betsy Welk Marc Cunningham Michelle Woodard Julie Atkins (since 6th grade) Wesley Welk (since 1st grade) New officers: Student Cooperative Government Officers for 199899 will be: President, Chris Sause Vice President, Frank Paratore Treasurer, Rebecca Metcalfe Social Secretary, Emily Sims Recording Secretary, Sandra Oliver VFW Award: Also at the Awards Assembly, Roy Leake, Commander of VFW Post 1150, presented the Veterans of Foreign Wars Essay Contest $100 savings bond to Lea Pyne who wrote on the subject: ‘What patriotism means to me.” Pyne now moves on to state and national competitions. Scholars: The 1998 Rappahannock Scholars honored on Wednesday night were: Class of 1998 (Seniors) June Baker James Brown Brock Hermansen Tiffany Keys Crystal Leake Lily Menze Katy Paratore Stacey Payne Mari Santacoloma Melissa Zirn Class of 1999 (Juniors) Lucy Burnham Robyn Kaye Crystal Mills Betsy Moore ** Shanna Nicholson Claire Schadler Emily Sims *** Jennifer Thomas *** Brady Wolfe ** Class of 2000 (Sophomores) Ian Blubaugh ** ■ Amy Buckholtz ** Jennifer Bywaters ** Amanda Clark * Haley Clark * Jami Gillis ** Crystal Gillis ** Berkeley Hobson ** Rebecca Metcalfe * Sandra Oliver * Ryland Pace ** Frank Paratore ** Adam Rogers ** Katrina Smoot ** Matt Wolfe ** Class of 2001 (Freshmen) Kyle Cash Joshua Fantaci Christopher Payne * Jeffery Simeon * Amanda Sims Colin Treanor * Jennifer Waters * Amber Welch * Class of 2002 (8th Grade) Nicole Buckholtz John Ferdetta III Sarah Langelle Holly Long David Massie Lea Pyne ^ Amanda Swift Betsy Welk Kevin Yowell William “Tony” Payne Legend: Denotes an initial award of the letter “R”; * denotes a second award of a star; ** denotes a third award ’* of a star; *** denotes a fourth award of a star. 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Income From Page A1 The report, covering 197295, the latest years available, showed a .6 percent increase in 1994, but the income level was still below those of years 198790. The highest median AGI, $45,629, occurred in 1988. By 1995, it dropped to $43,869. In Rappahannock in 1995, the median AGI was $37,338. From 1985-90, Rappahannock, with Cumberland, Loudoun, Bland and Culpeper counties were the five leaders in average median income growth. By 1991, they had fallen behind. Considered from a planning district perspective, the Rappahannock-Rapidan district accounted for only 1.9 percent of total AGI from all state income tax returns, or $43,169 per return. By comparison, the Northern Virginia district represented 37.6 percent, or $65,637 per return. The Regional Economic Information System database at UVA shows county residents made $169,694,000 in tax year 1996. Farmers throughout the county reported losses totalling $1,310,000. The Virginia Wage and Salary Disbursement report for the county lists incomes as having increased by 5.2 percent from 1994 to 1995 and by a further 10.3 percent from 1995 to 1996. “There is a state restriction that counties can’t levy income taxes,” said County Administrator John McCarthy. “Some, like Fairfax, were specially empowered by an act of the General Assembly.” The largest percentage of county taxes are based, not on residents’ income, but on the fair market value of county real estate. Unimproved agricultpral property has a special “land use” offset that must be recaptured when the property ceases to be used for agricultural purposes McCarthy noted the Board of Supervisors’ concern about what people can afford to pay, even though there is no direct correlation between income, and county taxation. “Personal income has increased dramatically,” said McCarthy, “but people don’t like to see their taxes going up for any purpose. With the exception of the three percent fire levy,” he continued, “the entirety of the real estate tax goes to schools. Schools are the most important thing we do at the local level.” In looking to the future of the county, Massie doesn’t anticipate any major impact of new developments or large numbers of people moving into county over next five to 10 years. The county’s total population today is around 7,200 to 7,300 people, of which about 1,100 are school age children. ‘The school system got a nine percent increase from the state this year,” said Massie, enough money to pay for the increased costs in the school operations budget without raising taxes. Last week, the board also approved a $142,000 funding request from the county school board to cover renovations at the high school. “The state funding formula changes,” he observed. “For a number of years it was disfavorable, last year it was more favorable.” With median income levels and real estate values in other parts of the state* outdistancing the county’s, the state composite index should continue to benefit Rappahannock. The county also receives substantial federal funding in the form of salaries, wages, retirement and disability payments, procurement contracts, guaranteed loans, insurance, and grants. In 1996, the amount totalled almost $40 million. Referring to the proposed $3 million school bond issue discussed at the June 1 supervisors meeting, Massie pointed out that the county would recover tuition fees and state “flow through money” now being paid to Carver-Piedmont vocational school. “It’s important that we have an accredited vocational program, not only because of the money from the state, but because of providing that opportunity for the kids.” Massie thinks that there is more awareness, even at state levels, of the financial impact on the counties caused by unfunded state mandates for local schools. County planning commission member Tom Junk, Piedmont district, said in a recent interview, “In any of the smaller counties, the trend is that taxes are going up. It’s gonna happen. The county itself does a fabulous job — you get a lot for your money in what services they provide.” But, he said, “The school board hasn’t built a public consensus. I don’t think they’ve planned (the expansion) very well...We can afford $3 million, but we can’t afford another $5-7 million in five years.” Citing Peter Kramer’s, of Washington, suggestion to the board last week that the county consider a meals and lodging tax similar to the Town of Washington’s, McCarthy explained that towns can hold public hearings and impose taxes. The county could impose a lodging tax under county ordinances, but a meals tax would require a referendum. He estimated that a meals and lodging tax would bring in about $55,000 to $57,000, and help offset pressure on real estate taxes. The “most compelling reason” for such a tax, McCarthy said, is that it would primarily affect nonresidents and pay for county services that they use but do not now pay for. Business owners who have to collect the money and prepare paperwork would also be affected. Starks From Page A1 He feels he could have done better at state. “In the 110 meter hurdles a guy in lane three growled or something and I was surprised. I got a little thrown off in timing and had to play catch-up just to place fifth. I think I could have done, a lot better.” Starks is set to go to a track camp which begins on June 28 at Washington & Lee University and will be able to work with one of the top hurdling coaches in the U.S. is scheduled to be there so he is very excited about the opportunity. “I need to work on my form. The boys who beat me at state had the form, like in the Olympics. They just glided over the hurdles. I still run and jump. If I can get the form down I can do much better.” Starks plans to continue cross country to keep up his stamina and hopes to be able to go to George Mason to work at the indoor track since he’ll have a car — he lives with his foster mother Lilia Pendleton. This year he won 11 medals in track. Next year his goal is 20. He’s hoping for a scholarship to JMU, George Mason or perhaps Virginia Tech. “He’s very ‘coachable’,” Roszak said, “an over achiever. He has matured quite a bit and is a fine young man and a fine representative of Rappahannock High School and the county itself. He’s a leader and was the track team co-captain this year. I expect him to go forward — he has not reached his potential yet,” Starks received the award for Most Valuable Athlete for track this year and the U.S. Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award. An earache brought him to our Fast Track at 8pm on Saturday. By 9:30, he was back HOME IN HIS OWN ROOM. We want people to spend less time in the emergency waiting room. So we created fast Track in our emergency department on weekends and holidays. Thanks to Fast Track, patients with less urgent medical needs receive timely treatment. And Fast Track patients are seen by certified family nurse practitioners or emergency physicians who handle common conditions with uncommon care and attention. At Culpeper Memorial, your care is important to us. So is your time. CQ UJ CULPEPER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL The Right Skills. Right Here. Rappahannock News File Photo MAKING OF A CHAMP: Chad Heddleston wrestling for Rappahannock High School in January 1997. Heddleston From Page A1 “They were really nice,” Heddleston said. “They let me practice with their 103 pounder and he was really good, which was an advantage for me.” Heddleston came in first in the sub-region (like the district but broader) and third in the regionals held at Madison High School. The state tournament was held at the Salem Civic Center. “The really neat thing about the state meet was that since Chad was alone all the other teams in the district cheered for him. They knew he didn’t have a team and they all supported his effort. They also sent him pictures from the state tournament. And the other schools in the sub-region have all invited him to come live with someone in that school’s area and be on their team. He could go to any team in the sub-region,” Jon Heddleston said. “It felt really good that they appreciated my wrestling and that I did it without my school,” Heddleston said. He plans to wrestle next year but hopes he’ll maintain his weight because if he goes up a class it will “be a lot harder,” and hopes Rappahannock will have a wrestling team next year. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Eborn PRESIDENTIAL RECOGNITION: Courtney Mauro receives recognition as outgoing president of the RCHS National Honor Society from NHS adviser Frieda Herman. Mauro From Page A1 echoed those comments, “Courtney is the type of student that comes along once in a career. Her strength of character combined with her love of learning finds its way to the hearts of all her teachers. Courtney has taught me more lessons of gracious life than I am sure I have taught her lessons in social studies.” Mauro was one of the top 20 state finalists for the Wendy’s Heisman Award last year and worked as a volunteer candy-striper at Fauquier Hospital last summer, a DARE program volunteer and with a beautification project at the Amissville Baptist Church. She was also president of the Pep Club, co-editor of the yearbook for two years, Student Council Association representative, RCHS representative to Girls’ State in 1997, president of the Bible Club and member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Bible Club adviser and English teacher Jon Heddleston said, “The year prior to having Courtney as a student in one of my classes, I noticed how hard she worked on the school year book. So, I was looking forward to having her in honors English her junior year, where she performed just as diligently. In her senior year, Courtney was one of our outstanding forensics students and the president of the school Bible Club. She is an exemplary representative of Rappahannock schools.” Mauro also excels in sports and was named RCHS Female Athlete of the Year, received the Sportsmanship Award, was the Most Valuable Player for girls varsity volleyball and was named Bull Run District Volleyball Player of the Year. Perhaps Roger Flinchum, U.S. history, psychology and sociology teacher summed it up best when he said, “The old fashioned term ‘class act’ is a perfect description (for Courtney). “She has been a delightfully well-rounded student,” he continued. “Her abilities are great in many areas and she uses her abilities to the maximum. She always gives maximum effort, acknowledges faults or errors then never makes them again. I didn’t have a daughter, but if I did I’d be highly flattered and gratified if she had come out as balanced and successful as Courtney!” Mauro hopes to attend George Mason University and is interested in a career in nursing.

• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6 • Real Estate/B8 June 10, 1998 Andalusians perform at Bleu Rock By Galen C. McBride Rappahannock News Staff Writer Last Saturday, 45 members of the Smithsonian Associates horse tour, organized by Carrie Blair of Marshall, enjoyed a special dressage exhibition by several accomplished local riders and their Andalusian horses at Bleu Rock Inn between Washington and Sperryville. Four students from the Avilion School of Classical Dressage, Catlett, performed traditional schooling maneuvers in a quadrille formation in time to stirring Spanish music. Two others, Maya Snidecky on the Andalusian Encantador, and Holly Kilburn riding Maraja, a Portuguese Lusitano, demonstrated the ballet-like “pas de deux,” with both horses simultaneously executing mirror images of the same steps, either close together, or separately on opposite sides of the dressage ring. The grand finale, also ridden by Kilburn on the spectacular white stallion Domino, held the crowd spellbound. According to William R. Killingsworth, president of the International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association, the Andalusian horse “is one of the most ancient of horse breeds.” Andalusians, or “pure Spanish horses,” and Lusitanos, as they are known in Portugal, have lived on the Iberian Peninsula since prehistory and are depicted in cave paintings there dating back more than 25,000 years. The horses excel in dressage, saddle seat, driving, eventing, jumping, and are even popular cutting horses, especially when crossed with quarter horses. There are fewer than 4,000 purebred Andalusians in the entire country, with most living in California and Texas. About 100 live in Virginia and approximately 12,000-14,000 remain in Spain. Highly prized as war or cavalry horses in Europe, Andalusians were considered valuable booty. European wars and internal conflicts in Spain further decimated the breeding stock. Due to USDA quarantine restrictions and the rarity of the breed, U.S. buyers can only import about 50 horses a year from sources in Spain, Portugal, Mexico or Costa Rica. Bred by Hollywood producer Greg Garrison, Domino is an American-born 13-year-old stallion. Owned by Alice and Curt Fitzgerald, Tamarack River Farm in Rixeyville, he’s won breed and performance championships at the most prestigious shows in the country. “Andulusians are not a breed you can manhandle,” said Alice Fitzgerald, “but they will do anything if you ask them. Even the stallions have wonderful tractable temperaments that make them fabulous riding horses, and they are great with children.” In tracing Domino’s history, Fitzpatrick uncovered a story as romantic as any modern movie. During the Middle Ages, Carthusian monks hid the horses in their monestaries to protect them from being confiscated, she explained, but the Spanish Inquisition forced the horses into private hands when the monestaries were disbanded. Two members of the Spanish aristocracy, a Don Vincent Romero and, later, Don Fufrasco la Chica Navaro, became the breed’s patrons and continued to improve the bloodlines. By the early 1800s, a transplanted Irish family, the Terrys, made their mark in Photo Courtesy of Carrie Blair POETRY IN MOTION: Holly Kilburn riding in the grand finale on the spectacular white stallion Domino, held the crowd spellbound. the world with a recipe for a premier Irish brandy and sherry. They adopted the white Andalusian horse as their logo. A wealthy family with money to support the horses, the Terrys obtained the entire herd. In order to remain in control of the breed, they sold only stallions, but in the early 1960s, the Terrys traded a few mares in foal to Virginian Steve Currier for some original Currier and Ives* prints. Currier and his wife were killed in an airplane crash a short while later. The horses went to Arthur Godfrey’s farm in Leesburg, then, after his death, to Rapidan River Farm in Culpeper. The new owners thought they were Lipizzans, and gave one of the mares, Silver Queen, to Pat Aitken of Culpeper. A friend finally recognized the horses as rare Andalusians. Circumstances forced Aitken to part with Silver Queen. Her advertisement in The Chronicle of the Horse was seen by Garrison, who had recently imported the extraordinary Spanish stallion, Legionario III. The Spanish government, which sold the horse to Garrison, thought better of the deal when Legionario started winning all across Europe. “Rumor has it,” said Fitzgerald, “that Jackie Onassis helped Garrison whisk Legionario out of Paris where he was performing, and into Mexico and then into the United States.” Garrison bought the Terry mares and bred them to Legionario. Domino is their grandson. Back in Virginia, he stands at stud with Rosemary Thomas at Summerduck Run Farm in Culpeper. For more information, call 937-5521. It was fun, fun, fun in Sperryville Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Carl Eborn From top left clockwise: Kids enjoy the tilt-a-whirl at the Sperryville carnival; the VFW Honor Guard from Culpeper County at the start of the Sperryville parade; Settle’s Excavating Little League Team had a float in the parade last week; the Castleton Volunteer Fire Department sent their engine.

Church 4 Five Forks sets homecoming Five Forks Regular Baptist Church will have their annual homecoming services on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m. at the Child Care and Learning Center’s pavilion. Lunch will follow the morning service. Afternoon services will follow at Five Forks Church. The speaker will be the Rev. Hoover Heflin. Music will be provided by singers from Oak Park Road Baptist Church. All are welcome. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. 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. First Baptist bus trip set You are invited to travel with the First Baptist Church family for their church outing to Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, June 27 to visit the “Great Blacks in Wax Museum” and the Harbor Place. The ticket price is $20 per person which includes round trip bus transportation and entrance to the museum. The bus will begin loading at the church at 7:15 a.m. and will leave promptly at 7:30 a.m., returning back to church at approximately 7 p.m. You may pack a lunch or prepare to buy it at the harbor. Other attractions at the harbor include the National Aquarium, great shopping, boat rides and more. These attractions are not included in the price of the ticket. Tickets must be paid in advance by June 21. To reserve a seat or more information call 987-8339 or 399-9815. 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. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a m. Worhsip service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services The United Methodist Churches will have worship service for Sunday, June 14 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 Baptist Pastor: Rev. V. DeLong Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m., Mission Groups 7 p.m. 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 Bible School in Woodville All children and teens are invited to attend “Starquest: A Galactic Good News Adventure,” at Woodville Baptist Church. The event will begin on Monday, June 29 and continue through Thursday, July 2 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each evening. Each session of this Vacation Bible School will be filled with excellent Bible study, fun crafts and games, delicious snacks and great music. On the last day there will be a balloon launch and a fireworks display. For additional information contact Theresa Light at 987-9523. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Nancy B. White Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth 4 p.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson 111 Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church ; 8apply Pastor: Rev. John P. Oliver Jr. Second ft Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Ebom BIBLE SCHOOL: Youngsters and adults prepare for the annual vacation Bible School to be held June 15-19 at Washington Baptist Church. The event is open to area youth from age two through the fifth grade and will be held daily from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. The program is sponsored by Trinity Episcopal and Washington Baptist Churches. Children invited On the Farm BY GRETCHEN LONG Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Washington Baptist Church and Trinity Episcopal Church are hosting On the Farm: Growing with God for their 1998 Vacation Bible School. Children will be treated to a family setting for the week, with activities, games, and Bible stories which focus on how people grow with God. The teachers at Washington Baptist and Trinity Episcopal dress as Wranglers, with the duty of leading the children, who play the role of “Farm Hands” in a variety of creative learning activities. Wranglers hope that the natural growing setting of the family farm will help the children learn about healthy growth with God. By building upon the natural love of children have for plants, the soil, and animals, On the Farm provides a safe and fun setting for learning. During each day, children will enjoy different farming areas, including Shade Tree (story time), Farmer’s Almanac (Bible activities), County Fair (recreation and snacks), Bam Raising (arts & crafts), and Farm Tunes (music). On the Farm will be held June 15-19 at Washington Baptist Church from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day. Registration will be at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, June 15. Vacation Bible School is open to children ages two through the fifth grade. For further information you may contact Gretchen Long, Vacation Bible School Director 987-9044 or Rev. Phillip Bailey at Washington Baptist Church at 675-3336. Vest family returns home Doris and Grady Vest returned to their home on Friday after spending a few weeks on vacation touring the Western states. Mrs. Odie Herndon of Manassas and Larry Clark of Front Royal visited Mr. and Mrs. Bunny Hudson and Kathy on Thursday. Visiting on Saturday was Barry Hudson of Front Royal. Pat Wharton of Woodville was a Tuesday guest of her grandmother, Mrs. Christine Vest. Rodney Vest of Woodville and his grandson, Logan visited his mother on Wednesday. The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have worship services on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m. with Robert Goff delivering the message. The public is invited. Edith Graves of Fredericksburg visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Lillard on Wednesday. Visiting the Lillards on Tuesday were Louise McCulloch and Barbara Gentry. At this writing the condi tion of Ida Ralls continues the same. She is a patient at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have worship service on Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Susan Scott of Bethesda, Md. spent the weekend with her grandmother, Mrs. Barbara Gentry. Barbara Gentry attended a Postmaster’s picnic at Cross Junction at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ron Clouse on Sunday. Flint Hill residents are reminded of the annual carnival July 22 thru July 25 with the parade on Friday, July 24. Woodville highlights Steve Hopkins of Richmond was a Saturday guest of Mrs. Louise O’Bannon. Curtis Crawford of Flint Hill was a Sunday guest of his mother Mrs. Audra Crawford. Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Johnson attended the Nascar Races in Richmond on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wharton entertained family and friends for dinner on Sunday. Mrs. Gladys Dulaney of Luray was a Wednesday overnight guest of Mr. and Mrs. Joel Daczewitz. Mrs. Blondia Titchenell of Locust Grove was a Thursday guest of Mrs. June Clark. All children and teens are invited to attend “Starquest: A Galactic Good News Adventure,” at Woodville Baptist Church. Each session of this Vacation Bible School will be filled with excellent Bible study, fun crafts and games, delicious snacks and great music. On the last day there will be a balloon launch and a fireworks display. Woodville’s Vacation Bible School will begin on Monday, June 29 and continue through Thursday, July 2 and will last from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each evening. ror auuiuonai miormauon concerning this year’s school call Theresa Light at 9879523. All are welcome! Five Forks Regular Baptist Church near Woodville will have their annual homecoming on Sunday, June 14. The morning service will be held at the Child Care and Learning Center pavilion and will be followed by lunch. The afternoon services will follow at the Five Forks Church. The speaker will be Rev. Hoover Heflin, a former pastor at Five Forks. Special music will be provided for the homecoming service by the Oak Park Road Baptist Church. All are welcome. Anyone with social news, family gatherings or other community news is urged to give me a call or drop a note. Congratulations to the graduates from the Woodville area. Rappahannock News gift subscriptions are enjoyed all year! 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 Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. 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Celebrate Flag Day, June 14 BY BETTY SHACKELFORD Rappahannock News Contributing Writer In accordance with an act of the General Assembly of Virginia, the Virginia Board of Education on Dec. 16, 1997 unanimously approved new guidelines for public schools with respect to recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, appropriate behavior of students not participating in the Pledge for religious or phisiolophical reasons, appropriate treatment of non-participating students and appropriate stipulation that all students can be required to learn the Pledge as part of our nation’s heritage. Prior to the approval of these guidelines, Mrs. Stephen R. Hunter, State Regent, Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution, appeared at a public hearing before the Virginia Board of Education, pledging support of the Virginia Daughters for the proposed guidelines and urging their adoption as presented. Her presentation follows and should be given careful consideration as we prepare to celebrate Flag Day on June 14, 1998. I have the honor to represent the 8,500 members of the Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution, and as State Regent in Virginia, I am a member of the National Board of Management of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The National Society was founded; in 1890 to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American Independence, to promote the development of an enlightened public opinion, and to foster patriotic citizenship. The first resolution of the National Society, passed at its first-Continental Congress, in February 1892, dealt with teaching American children to honor the Stars and Stripes. That same year, in September, the Pledge of Allegiance, authored by Mr. Francis Bellamy, was published in Youth’s Companion. During the National Public School Celebration of Columbus Day in October 1892, the 400th anniversary of Columbus Day, the Pledge was repeated by more than 12,000,000 public school pupils, from every state. On Dec. 18, 1897, the Daughters of the American Revolution presented a resolution to United States Congress to prevent misuse, mutilation or improper use of the flag. Forty-five years of efforts by the DAR and other patriotic organizations finally culminated on June 22, 1942, with the passage of the Flag Code. In 1909 the DAR established a National Committee to focus its work with the Flag. That committee remains one of our most visible and popular committees today, encouraging respect and channeling the gifts of thousands and thousands of American flags each year. So you will know before I say so that the Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution strongly supports the Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. We support the proposed Board of Education Guidelines stating that the Pledge of Allegiance may be made part of the curriculum of the public schools. We understand the reasons that no student can be compelled to join in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance if he or his parents object on religious philosophical grounds, and that the school should not subject the dissenting student to any unfavorable comment or stigmatizing treatment. We applaud the requirement that the nonparticipating student must refrain from any activity that disrupts those making the pledge and especially appreciate and encourage that all students can be required to learn the Pledge of Allegiance. America needs, as she has always needed, knowledgeable citizens aware of the sacrifices required in the past, the present and the future to preserve freedom. She needs enlightened citizens, familiar with the great treatises and documents that define and guarantee our American way of life. She needs patriotic citizens who respond to the sacrifices and guarantees with faith, love and dedication. The reciting and teaching of the Pledge of Allegiance in Virginia schools are positive steps toward supplying such knowledgeable, enlightened, patriotic citizens for the future of America. The Virginia Daughters of the American Revolution will support the Board of Education’s guidelines on Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. We urge its adoption as presented. Amissville community highlights What crazy weather we had this past weekend! I wasn’t sure if I needed the heat or the air conditioner, but I do know we need rain! Congratulations to all of our Class of 1998 graduates! May God bless you with continued success and happiness. Best of luck! Join the members of the Warrenton Assembly of God Church on Wednesday, June 10 for a gospel sing and praise service beginning at 7 p.m. The Easter Brothers and Easter Family will be in concert. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact 3470677. Cathy Lou Smith attended the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) School Law Conference in Charlottesville on Friday, June 5. Among the many topics discussed were the legislative developments in the General Assembly. The main focus of the conference was “Charter Schools.” VSBA By GLENDA GUM believes “Virginia has enacted the best charter schools legislation in the Nation. It provides enormous control and responsibility to local school boards and superintendents to ensure a reasoned implementation of charter schools.” On the agenda for the Culpeper County School Board meeting for Monday, June 8, Cathy Lou notes that Lisa Jones and I will be giving a report of the conference we attended in April on Truancy and Safe Schools. Other items to be discussed includes telephone upgrade and Internet access; facilities needs/Emerald Hill punch list; character education efforts; grading; technology plan and dress code. You are invited to contact Cathy Lou with your concerns at 937-5024. The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Carnival will be held June 24-27 with the parade scheduled for Thursday, June 25. If you would like to participate in the parade, contact J.B Carter at 937-4218 for an entry form. This is the last reminder for girls to sigh up to sell tickets and compete for the title of Queen, Princess,, or Little Princess. Winners are based on the number of tickets each contestant sells for the cash drawings held on the last night of the carnival. The age groups are: Queen, ages 14-20; Princess, ages 8-13; and Little Princess, ages 3-7. For tickets or more information, please contact Sandi Carter at 9374218. The Amissville United Methodist Church has sched uled Vacation Bible School July 13-17. Amissville Baptist Church’s Vacation Bile School will begin July 27 and runs through the 31st. There will be a “Luau Carnival” on Sunday, July 26 from 3-5 p.m. to pre-register the children. V dunteers are always welcome! The Virginia Department of Health seeks to give youth hope for the future and encourages them to achieve their dreams through a program called “Not Me, Not Now”, an abstinence until marriage campaign. For more information, call Gale Grant at (804) 225-3697 or Cathy Lou Smith, who has a copy of the program at 937-5024. Here’s hoping all of our students have a fantastic summer. There are so many activities and camps to keep everyone busy. I will pick up your news from the box at Hackley’s Store by noon on Sunday. Community saddened by deaths Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Peggy Burke who passed away last week in Culpeper Memorial Hospital and was laid to rest in Etlan Cemetery and to the family of Mr. Columbus “Pigeon” Estes who passed away in Fauquier Hospital and laid to rest in Hillcrest Memory Gardens on Saturday. Out thanks to our area fire companies who took time and were privileged to participate in the Sperryville parade on Thursday, namely Salem, Castleton and Reva. Rev. Milton Switzer, pastor of Hope Hill Baptist Church was guest speaker for the Baccalaureate Services at Rappahannock High School Sunday evening sponsored by the Bible Club. Belated birthday wishes go out to Chrissy Grigsby, who celebrated her. day on Friday and Donnie Cubbage who added another year on By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Sunday. The Reva route home of Mark Halterman was the setting for the wedding of Miss Jamie Lam and Jason Jones. Guests attending were Mrs. Charlotte Gough and daughters Dale Lynn and Carla of Stevensburg, Mr. and Mrs. Mickey Cunningham and Christina of Sterling Heights and Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Cunningham Jr. of Jeffersonton. Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Peyton Marriage licenses issued The following marriage licenses were issued recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office. Hughes Edouard De La Baume, Paris, France and Adrienne Jenny Graage, Washington, D.C. Mark Joseph Shepardson, Flint Hill and Nina Anne Coats, Flint Hill. Philip Lee Thornton III, Sperryville and Carolyn Louise Ward, Washington. Michael Alan Thomas, Castleton and Connie Lynn Bowers, Castleton. “Lavender Day” planned Luray, Va. will be the site for “Lavender Day” offered by La dama maya herb and flower farm to be held Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The first presentation at 11 a.m. will include u discussion on the varieties of Lavender and their use in the home and garden. Information on the cosmetic, medicinal and aroma therapy uses of Lavender will also be included. The day will include simple herbal refreshments and a large selection of potted herb plants. The farm is located one and one half miles South of Luray on the East side of business highway 340. For information call 743-4665. spent the cool weekend at Virginia Beach. Miss Amanda Sims spent the weekend with her grandmother Mrs. Hazel Hawkins. A reminder to family members in our area that the Dent West reunion will be held at Rappahannock Park near Washington on Saturday, June 13 beginning at 10 a.m. Congratulations to John Switzer for receiving the most improved player award and Mike Letsen, the Uli Maeyer award at the recent banquet ■held at Rappahannock High School where they are students. Mrs. Ray Frazier accompanied by Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were shoppers in Fredericksburg on Saturday. Miss Michelle Switzer has arrived home from her classes at James Madison University in Harrisonburg. Debra Girten at 825-2535 would like to hear from anyone in our area from the 1978 graduating class of Culpeper High School as the reunion is being planned for Saturday, Aug. 8. Mrs. Christine Ramey left Sunday for her home in Danville after an extended visit here with her daughter Mrs. Faye Clinedinst, grandchildren and other relatives. Anyone with a helping hand, swinging a hammer, climbing a ladder, etc. is needed by the Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company as each weekend the folks are working on their new building. FURNITURE Name-Brand Manufacturers Buy direct • Save up to 50%, lower than local stores. Before your next furniture purchase, call for price quotes or location nearest you. Shipping available to all SO states Canada and 25 different countries NORTH CAROLINA FURNITURE CONNECTION Call 1-800/919-2555 for the location nearest you. There’s No Place Like... lor Krsen.ilions 540 665 4569 Upcoming Events Democratic Committee to meet The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 17 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library. The public is invited. For further information, contact Franklin R. Schmidt at 987-8410. Burke reunion planned The families of the late Charles Lewis and Bessie Burke will hold their annual reunion at the Rappahannock Park on Sunday, June 14. All relatives, family and friends are invited to attend. Lunch will be served at approximately 12:30 p.m. The point of contact is Abe Burke at 987-8604. Committee to meet The Odd Fellows Cemetery Committee will have their regular meeting on June 23 at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church dining hall in Washington, Bicycle parade slated Area children are invited to participate in the annual bicycle parade at the Town of Washington’s celebration on the 4th of July. A highlight every year, the parade is open to children from birth to 14 years of age. Prizes are awarded for the “most patriotically decorated.” Children in strollers and in wagons are invited. The lineup starts at 4:15 p.m. behind the jail; the parade starts at 4:30 p.m. For further information, contact Ellen Manson, parade organizer at 675-1349. Farm Show scheduled The Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock Farm Show will be held July 23-27 at the Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises in Culpeper. Farm Show catalogs are available at the Rappahannock Extension Office and at Rappahannock County Elementary and High Schools. This year’s catalog cover was designed by Devin Day of Rappahannock County. Call the Extension Office for more information about the Farm Show at 675-3619. Nethers reunion scheduled All Nethers and relatives are invited to a reunion at noon on July 12 at Nethers Mill Lighthouse Tabernacle (across from Methodist Church) in Nethers. Bring a covered dish and drink. Utensils will be provided. Call Thelma Coppedge at 923-4546 for additional information. Gateway meeting planned The Sperryville Gateway meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 18 at the Sperryville Fire Hall. For additional information contact Barbara Williams at 987-9343. Families plan reunion Family and friends of the late Oscar Ash, Howard Alther and Robert and Helen Wharton will host a family reunion at the Castleton Fire Hall on Sunday June 14. Bring a covered dish and a drink, lunch will begin at 12:30. For additional information call Ann Martin at 825-1092. Healing Arts activities The Rappahannock Healing Arts has the following activities scheduled: June 11. Yoga at 9:30 a m. Therapeutic Massage from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 12: Voice Analysis from 9 a m. to 1 p.m.; Health Options Counseling from 1 to 5 p.m. and Nutritional Counseling from 4 to 8 p.m. June 15: Nutritional Counseling from 1 to 4 p.m. and Yoga at 5 p.m. June 16: Voice Analysis from 9 a m. to 1 p.m.; Solution Focused Counseling from 9 a m. to 12 noon. June 17: Herb Clinic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Solution Focused Counseling from 5 to 9 p.m. For information or registration on any of the above activities or other events at Rappahannock Healing Arts located at 11945 Lee Highway in Sperryville call 987-7204. McGlothlin family reunion set The McGlothlin family reunion will be held Saturday, June 20 from 1 p.m until dark at the Rappahannock County Park near Washington. Family and friends are encouraged to attend and bring old photos. Picnic will be at 1 p.m. Special celebration will be held at 4 p.m. which will include a birthday cake for Rev. C M. “Kin” McGlothlin (82), In lieu of gifts, request a “Memories” letter. Bring your musical instrument for a timeof southern gospel music. Previous newsletters and family directory will be available to order; prizes for the youngest, oldest, married the longest, and traveled furthest. For more details call Cathy Lou at 937-5024. Dance for seniors slated The Sperryville Ladies Auxiliary is sponsoring a dance for high school seniors on Thursday, June 11 at the Sperryville fire hall. The social hour is from 7 to 8 p.m. and the dance from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Parents of seniors are invited to attend the social hour. For more information call Susan at 987-8148 Appreciation cookout planned The Sperryville Auxiliary is sponsoring a thank you cookout for the fire department and all of the individuals who helped with the carnival. The cookout will be held at the Sperryville Fire Hall June 14 at 2 p.m. Hope to see you there. Memorial service planned There will be a memorial service for Elizabeth Trent Thomas “Betsy” on Saturday, June 27 at 3 p.m. (to around 4 p.m.) at the Washington, Va. Town Hall on Gay Street. Betsy died at her home in Castleton, in January 1998. Health programs scheduled The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board invites persons 60 years of age and older to participate in the following Health Promotion/Screening Programs to be held at the Rappahannock Senior Nutrition Center: June 19 at 1 p.m., Low impact Exercise by Ellie Clark; June 22 at 12 noon Program on Learning about Hearing Aids and June 29 at 11:30 a m. Program on Blood Sugar by Melinda, Public Health Nurse. For information contact Anita Richards at 825-3100, extension #3321. Swing dance lessons continue Swing dance lessons will continue 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.

Beef producers promote National Beef Steak month Beef steak is an American favorite, accounting for more than 18 percent of the beef eaten at home, according to research firm NPD/Crest and the Virginia Cattle Industry Board. Furthermore, research from the firm shows that consumers enjoy it in restaurants more than 348 million times each year. This popularity is one of the reasons beef producers in Rappahannock County are promoting June as National BeefStenk Month. The summer grilling season lends itself to steak promotion. “Outdoor dining is popular and there’s no better way to prepare a steak than on the grill,” according to Cynthia Boggs, Director of Education and Beef Promotion of the Virginia Cattle Industry Board. “Summer is the perfect time to promote the great taste of steak ” The June is “National Beef Steak Month” promotion is funded by beef producers through the $1 per head beef checkoff program. It encourages food editors from across the United States to spread the word about steak’s convenience, versatility and its great taste. The Virginia Cattle Industry Board provided us with the steak month information and we feel our readers would enjoy the information. Also included is the popular checkoff-funded The Complete Take on Steak handbook for food professionals. The handbook contains valuable steak selection, cooking and storage information. For example, it notes Recipe Corner For more information call Barbara Wavland 675-3338 ‘ that the most economical steaks come from the chuck and the fastest cooking steak is a thin-cut round tip steak, which can be cooked in a heated skillet in just 1 to 2 minutes over medium-high heat. The fast cooking steak can be served with rice and vegetables and makes a meal within minutes. “This type of promotion is important to the beef industry because it shows consumers that beef steak is simple as well as delicious,” says Boggs; “At the same time, these kits let us distribute valuable food safety and quality information.” The annual promotion has proven to be a successful tool in promoting beef, according to Boggs. “Last year, it led to at least seven feature articles in such magazines as Bon Apetite, Cuisine, Food and Wine and Midwest Living," Boggs said. “Among the 1167 newspaper placements, were articles in the New York Times and the Washington Post.” Here is a recipe provided courtesy of the Virginia Cattle Industry Board that shows just how easy it is to prepare beef steak. It gives a contemporary twist to the classic steak and potatoes. Steak & Potato Kabobs Total preparation and cooking time: 30 minutes 1 boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick 1 pound (approximately 4 small) all purpose potatoes, scrubbed, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces 2 medium yellow squash or zuchinni, cut lengthwise in half Sauce: 3/4 cup steak sauce 2 large cloves garlic, crushed Place potatoes in 11x7inch microwave-safe baking dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap. Microwave at high 6 to 8 minutes until potatoes are just tender, stirring once. Cool slightly. Meanwhile, cut beef steak and squash into 1- 1/4-inch pieces. In a one cup glass measure, combine sauce ingredients; microwave at high 1- 1/2 minutes, stirring once. Cool slightly. Toss beef and vegetables with 1/3 cup sauce. Alternately thread beef and vegetables on eight 8-inch or four 12-inch metal skewers. Place skewers on grid over medium, ash-covered coals; grill, uncovered, 10 -12 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occa^.. sionally and brushing with remaining sauce. Makes 4 servings, serving size: 2 kabobs. Winners announced BY HAZEL ZINN-DAY Rappahannock Nows Contributing Writer The Rappahannock County 4-H Honor Club would like to announce the winners of the raffle they sponsored to help 4Her’s raise money for 4-H r activities. We would like to thank The Inn at Little Washington for the donation of the dinner for two that was won by Bonnie Hahn of Huntly; also Talk of the Town for the $50 gift certificate won by James Kelley of Stafford; Appetite Repair Shop for the donation of dinner for two won by Bobby Brown of Washington; Rare Finds who donated the assortment of Beanie Babies won by Todd Sealock of Amissville, and the Trading Post who donated a $35 gift certificate Ken Norman of Washington. Chances are, We'll find it before you do. Average-size breast lump found by routine self-examination. I_,_I Average-size breast lump found by mammography screening. Important Information You Should Know About Breast Cancer. One out of nine American women will develop breast cancer in her life-time. It can occur without any warning signs, yet more than 80% of breast lumps are not cancerous. If breast cancer is diagnosed and treated early, the five-year survival rate is more than 90%. Modern mammography can reveal small breast cancers up to two years before they can be felt. Four Excellent Reasons to Get Your Next Mammography Exam at Fauquier Hospital 1. Fauquier Hospital is offering low cost mammography screening for $59 including both hospital and radiologist fees. 2. All films are read by board certified radiologists. 3. Four Certified female mammography technologists are on staff to conduct the screening exam. 4. Fauquier Hospital is accredited by the American College of Radiology. GET A MAMMOGRAM TODAY call 349-0503 • • Hospice salutes volunteers, celebrates 15 th anniversary BY PAGE ANNE SMITH Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Fifty-four hospice volunteers and staff attended Hospice of the Rapidan’s annual volunteer recognition luncheon on Friday, April 24 at the Holiday Inn Culpeper. The nonprofit hospice organization cares for terminally ill patient and their families in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties. The luncheon honored volunteers who have provided outstanding service to hospice families throughout 1997. Certificates for over 100 hours of service were presented to Ebba Conti of Culpeper, Leah Kesner of Culpeper, Donald Buckle of Madison, Joella Bradshaw of Orange, Grace Clark of Orange, Shep Elmore of Orange, and Andrea Weiss Horn of Orange. Certificates for driving over 1000 miles were presented to Jeff Kesner of Culpeper, Ed Benfit of Stafford, Shep Elmore of Orange, Marjorie Corrallo of Rappahannock, and Andrea Weiss Horn of Orange. A posthumous award was presented to William Linane of Orange. Hospice of the Rapidan also acknowledged Nina Christian of Culpeper, Mrytle Meadows of Culpeper, and Joanne Tepper of Castleton for crafting a volunteer quilt which hangs in the hospice offices at Mulberry Commons in Culpeper. Volunteer Joella Bradshaw of Orange County earned the organization’s Outstanding Volunteer of the Year award. She has been a volunteer at Hospice of the Rapidan for 11 years, and has served patients throughout the five county area. Bradshaw is also a member of the hospice’s Volunteer Advisory Committee, which meets quarterly to review volunteer activities and make recommendations to the hospice management staff. As a spokeswoman for the organization, she has recruited many otfier volunteers to work with hospice. During the luncheon, Rev. Kay Zello, a retired minister currently serving as an international missionary with Teen Challenge, delivered an inspirational message. Those attending the event also raised $400 in a silent auction to benefit the hospice Benevolent Care Fund, which allows the organization to care for everyone, regardless of their health care reimbursement resources. Rev. John Farrar, chaplain coordinator, delivered the invocation. This year marks Hospice of the Rapidan’s 15th anniversary of service to the community, so the volunteer luncheon served as a kick-off for exciting events to follow. Participants enjoyed an anniversary cake to commemorate the event. Among the attendees were Culpeper resi dents Pat Bankhead and Sam and Pat Aiken, who played key roles in founding the hospice; Bob Hickerson, current president of the board; Parker Archibald, a current board member; and former board treasurer Steve Hicks. Established by volunteers in 1983, Hospice of the Rapidan is a nonprofit group which has cared for over 1,200 area families, without charge, and regardless of their financial resources. Certification by Medicare allows the organization to provide skilled services, medical equipment and supplies which help patients live comfortably in their own homes. Volunteers support the organization in many ways, and may choose whether or not to work directly with patients and their families. Those who work with patients are well trained to help patients and families cope with the challenges of endstage disease. “Hospice volunteers are a breed apart, because hospice work requires a blend of sensitivity, creativity and initiative” says Martha Sukites, Hospice of the Rapidan’s volunteer coordinator. “Our best volunteers are very sensitive to the needs of others. They find that hospice work is a very personal and rewarding way to give.” To volunteer, call Martha Sukites at Hospice of the Rapidan, 825-4840. Inns offer free nights stay Dulaney Hollow at Old Rag Mountain Bed and Breakfast and Antiques in Etlan in Madison County has been chosen by American Historic Inns, Inc., and The Minute Maid Company to participate in a spectacular one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast giveaway. Dulaney Hollow is located on Virginia Scenic Byway Route 231, Route 6 Box 215, Madison, Va. 22727. Their phone is 540- 923-4470. 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Obituaries Doris Gore Sperryville resident Doris Dodson Gore, 53, of Sperryville died Thursday, June 4 at her residence. Ms. Gore was born Feb. 4, 1945 to Cleo Clara Clater and Charles Bailey Dodson. She was a life long member of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church. Besides her parents, Ms. Gore is survived by one daughter Donna Gore Foster of Sperryville; one sister Janice D. Carwile of Culpeper and one brother, C.E. Dodson of Sperryville. Additional survivors include one granddaughter, Lauren N. Foster, two nieces, Jennifer Atkins of Chester Gap and Lindsey D. Carwile of Culpeper and one nephew Christopher H. Carwile of Culpeper. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 7 at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church with Rev. Jon Heddleston officiating. Interment followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers were James W. Fletcher III, Tom Cross, James W. Leake, Dennis Wingfield, Henry Edward Gore and Julian Brown. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Rapidan, P.O. Box 715, Culpeper, Va 22701 or Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, P.O. Box 208, Sperryville, Va 22740. Found and Sons Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Edward Estes Retired mechanic Edward Cumberland (Pigeon) Estes, 93, of Castleton died on June 3 at Fauquier Hospital. He was born in Viewtown on Oct. 11, 1904. He was a retired mechanic and a member of Gourdvine Baptist Church. His parents were the late Edward Lee Estes and Mida L. Smith. 1 His wife was the late Mabel Blackwell Estes. Survivors include three daughters Annie Clater, Mida “Kitty” Cannon and Willie Cloud, all of Castleton; two sons Marshall Estes of Pleasant Hill, La. and Adolph Estes of Castleton; 16 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three great-greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, John Estes and a daughter, Dorthy Mauney. Graveside services were held on Saturday, June 6 at Hillcrest Memory Gardens with the Rev. Gordon George officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Castleton Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, 593 Castleton View Road, Castleton, Va. 22716 or Gourdvine Baptist Church, 7103 Eggbornsville Road Rixeyville, Va. 22737. Clore-Geest Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Carlton Atkins Life long church member Carlton E. Atkins, 95, of Sperryville died on Saturday, June 6 at Warrenton Overlook Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was bom on June 16, 1902 to George W. and Anita Beahm Atkins. Mr. Atkins was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Nessel C. Atkins as well as brothers Frank Atkins of Akron, Ohio, Gayland Atkins and Malcolm Atkins of Luray, and his sisters Estelle Leake and Edna Oliver, both of Luray and Ethel Clater of Sperryville. Survivors include four sisters Mae A. Long, Virginia A. Campbell and Marie A. Bruce of Luray and Catherine A. Brown of Sperryville, as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Atkins retired from the Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation. He was a life-long member of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville, where he was an active deacon, choir member and usher. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 9 at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville with the Rev. Jon Heddleston officiating. Interment followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jim Griffin, Eddie Wayland, Nevin Bull, Dickie Wayland, Bobby Foster and Donald Gore. Memorial contributions Sperryville social notes The Sperryville community was saddened at the loss of Doris Ann Dodson Gore on Thursday, June 4. Our condolences to her daughter, Donna Gore Foster and her family. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, June 14. Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the community to attend. Vivian Hackney of Washington was a Sunday afternoon playmate of Tiffany Wayland at the home of her parents, Billy and Barbara Wayland. Sperryville youngsters from the age of two thru fifth grade are invited to attend Vacation Bible School June 15-19 at the Washington Baptist Church. The event is co-hosted by the Trinity Episcopal Church. The 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 each month at 7 p.m. at the meeting room of the Sperryville fire hall. Interested individuals can either come to the next meeting or contact Michelle at 987-9440 or Teresa at 987-9024. The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary would like to thank everyone in the community for coming out and supporting their annual firemen’s carnival. Special thanks to all of those who helped with the cook shed, donated baked goods and made donations. ^Wozcb by Randy Minter FACING MISFORTUNE It is usually hard tor us to discern the logic behind misfortune, especially when it seems to inflict itself upon those seemingly undeserving of it. This understanding can only come to those who have divine knowledge. For it is not readily recognizable to those who are accustomed to looking at reality's gloss and not its underlying intelligence. Yet, misfortune does not always come as a mystery to those upon whom it is visited, as Lydia Child once noted: "Misfortune is never moumlul to the soul that accepts it; for such do always see that every cloud is an angel's face. Every man deems that he has precisely the trials and temptations which are the hardest of all others for him to bear; but they are so, simply because they are the very ones he most needs." When faced with a high stress situation, we often fall into two roles-the over-performer, which can leave us exhausted, and the victim, which can make us feel helpless. Nevertheless, such feelings are common for us all when faced with loss. Were here to make your transitions move more smoothly so your own well-being can be maintained. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we urge you to come take a tour of our facilities. We work hard to create a welcoming environment in which to receive your friends and loved ones. We are here 24 hours a day at 347-3431 (233 Broadview Avenue). We offer plots in Bright View Cemetery just outside Warrenton, and memorials and monuments for all cemeteries. "There's much to he said for challenging fate instead of ducking behind it." -Diana Trilling may be made in Mr. Atkins’s name to Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, P.O. Box 208, Sperryville, Va 22740. Clore-Geest Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Helen Snyder Born in county Helen Jackson Snyder, 98, of Culpeper, died on Sunday, June 7 at the Culpeper Health Care Center. She was born in Rappahannock County on Aug. 3, 1899. She was a homemaker. Her parents were the late William James Elliott and Ada Lillard. She is survived by one brother John Elliott. She was preceded in death by two sisters and seven brothers. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 10 at Clore-Geest Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. John S. Farrar officiating. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 246 East Main Street Culpeper, Va. 22701. Clore-Geest Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Browns celebrate 25 years Best wishes for a happy 25th wedding anniversary to Bobby and Sarah Brown who will have their day on Tuesday, June 16. Our condolences to Charles and Cleo Dodson and their family in Sperryville on the passing of their daughter Doris Ann Gore. Happy birthday to Kerri Frazier in Spotsylvania who will celebrate her day on Tuesday, June 16. Mrs. Barbara Embrey of Marshall and Mrs. Ann Simmons were luncheon guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Our condolences to the family of Carlton Atkins of Sperryville who passed away last week. A reminder that Vacation Bible Sfchool is Monday, June 15th through Friday, June 19th from 9 a.m. until 12 noon at the Washington Baptist Church with co-host Trinity Episcopal Church for ages two through fifth grade. Call Gretchen Long for more information at 987-9044. Congratulations to Chris and Anna Smoot of Fodderstack Road on the birth of a baby girl. The Smoot’s have another daughter Christy in kindergarten. Jimmy and Vickie Beatty and son Robbie of Front Royal were Sunday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, By RUTH 675 3608 Amanda, Bobby Jo and Lucy Burnham. All Rappahannock Girl Scouts and their families are invited for a picnic on Thursday evening June 11 at the Rappahannock Park. All families are asked to bring food for their family. Andrew Burke had his friends Jason and Ben from Amissville spend the night on Saturday and they attended the Sperryville carnival. On Sunday Beverly Exline and Andrew and Andrew’s friends Jason and Ben went to Lake Arrowhead in Luray to the Rappahannock Soccer League Picnic. Andrew received a medal for being in the Spring Soccer League. He is in the U-14 League. They had a good season. Andrew is looking forward to Fall. He had to stop playing around May 13. He was in the Fauquier Hospital and had surgery for appendicitis. He has recovered very well. Plans are underway for the annual Fourth of July celebration in the town of Washington. Area children are reminded of the bicycle parade. For additional information concerning the parade call Ellen Manson, parade organizer at 675-1349. Have a good week! / CLOREGEEST FUNERAL HOME 11190James 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 Business & Service Directory Only $4.60per week for a 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline June 23 ANTIQUES y(ntuju/te& DU C. HESSE Open Sal. & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 15.3 miles from Warrenton onV.S.2ll 540-937-5786(S) 540-937-4675(H) BUILDERS Smith Construction Speciolixing in Aoditions,Decks. Remodeling & All Your Drywall needs 987-9000 or 987-8513 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Kd , Culpeper 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-Slop Shop tor complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper • Sip Covers S Upholstery Residential a Commercial Rt. 211 Amiss ville, VA 937-5500 CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Service CPA Firm Washington, Virginia (540)675-2043 CHIMNEY CLEANING (OLV $ CL oluue i^tucepo Chimney Sweeping Relining 0(4 "jUduatud Soviet Fully Insured 16 Ifto/u Ssfimimes Bruce Vierling (540) 675.3508 CLEANING MAID SERVICE ResidentialCommercial Reasonable Prices Free Estimates 540-937-4247 or 540-937-5576 ^'iin iH EXCAVATING BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane. Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 Dump Truck Buehtogging Specialize' ^ Backhoe Service Water, Utility, Gravel, Sand, Dirt Landscaping Drains Lines Topsoil & Mulch Snow Removal Footers & Hauling Culverts Driveways NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMAH 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 CASTLETON. VA VA CLASS A 2705 037827 A Jos. F. Keyser Construction (Quality Renovations & Fine Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-3310 EXCAVATING Excavating Dnuion lAc Ilk Landscaping, Grading & Trenching (540) 675-3901 Exccwating Specialized Backhoe Dump Truck Hauling, Ditch Digging Culverts, Mowing, Busnhoggmg & Driveway Gradinq 675 1117 FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Barb Wire, American Wire, Chain Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail Privacy Fencing Available Aleo Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-2688 Financial/ Business Customized Business Services • Accounting • Bookkeeping • Financial Reports • Money Management • Quickbooks 540-9*7-8248 Lawn Care Chapman Lawn Service For all your mowing and mulching needs Residential A Commercial Call for your Free Estimate today! (540) 635-8082 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (540) 547*3452 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, VA PLUMBING ELECTRICAL PI1LOTS Pumps S Wateitteaters In-Stock Installation ELECTRICAL A PLUMBING (loss .1 Certified Complete Line Muter Son l ondUumm free Fslimates on .Vnr Hiwi >40-«75;»3U!l Restaurants THE COUNTRY CAFE Mondoy-Satuntey (am to > pm Sunday t am to 9 pm 675-1066 Take out Available MEDICAL INSURANCE MAMSI Mid Atlantic Medical Services, Inc Rich Weller Account Executive 540/678-4030 609 Cedar Creek Grade, *02 * Winchester. VA. 22061 1-800/297-9235 Fax: 540/678-4037 M.UIIA SIGNS & CALLIGRAPHY SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Jenkins Small Engine Repair No Job Too Big or Too Small New and Used Parts Available Johnny Jonkinm 540-987-3173 STORAGE SPERRYVILLE STORAGE CO. Sale Handy Storage Residential (omincrclal Reasonahle Rates 540/987-8507 SPEKKYYILLE. v.\ South Wales Business O Mini Stormg* Intersection of Rt. 211 and 229 All Sizes Available (540)341-7000 haaHBMUusuuMi TELEVISION GREYSTONE TV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Rad» Shack Dealer Kitchen Aid. Whirlpool & Roper Appliances 312 North Main St.. (540) 948-2200 WOODSTOVES WOODSTOVES The largest selection m VA Sierra, Jotul, Watertord, Hearlhsto e & Pellet 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. t Amissville.VA 540-937-7565 1800 821-6160 y uwr\^'vv/m^u>CI V . LUlTl web site: www.bv/com, va storybookfarms

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No adjustments will be made on jerrors that do not materially affect the value ,of the advertisement. All errors must be (reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the !^at* o* publication The Times will not accept {lability for its failure, for any cause, to insert ■an advertisement and reserves the right to ✓•feet any advertisement deemed objection•abte in subject matter, phraseology or setup. phe Tines Newspapers are not liable for the ■quality of advertised products or services. We Accept House for rent- 2 bedroom. 1 bath, must have references & security deposit $475 per month Please call 675-1190 Lovettsville: Renovated Log home with addition in the country t bedroom. 1 bath. Kitchen with separate eating area Living room, extra room for den/ study. 1 or 2 cats okay. $750.00/ month plus utilities Available July 1 Available for showings 6/1 540822-4456 after 7pm. 7 Rentals Office Office Space for rent in lovely downtown Middlburg. 500 sq ft. $600/ month plus all utilities and deposit. 540-6875300. Maria. Rentals 9 Vacation/ Timeshare Summer Rental: Washinoton, VA home Fully nished 2 bedroom. 1/2 baths, central i $650/ month. 540-6. „-i 543. 11 Roommate Do you want to live In a beautiful Large home? I ha>'e one to share! 3 bedroom, private bath Excellent neighborhood: Sterling Close to 66, Dulles and 28 $550 00 including utilities. Security Deposit, Personal references, credit No pets (0)703-404-0815 11 to 7 (H) 703-6611926 8-11pm, Real Estate ri For Sale If By Owner Absolute Auction 6/27/98 165 Acre Farm w/home offered in 3 tracts., Campbell County VA, near Lynchburg. Call Bill Bryant, Counts Realauction Group. 800 n780 2991 OC Announce4v ments Pageant Wara Rental: Large selection short and long gowns at Sandy's Pageant Shop, Front Royal. 540-6367717. The Freelance Star Is pleased to announce Sunday June 14, 1998, our paper will be available every morning in Rappahannock stores. Volunteer Families needed to host High School Exchange Students. Call Cheryl at 540338-2833 or World Heritage at 1-800-785-9040 27 Antiques & Collectibles Verona Antiques And Flea Market: antiques and collectibles. Route 11 across from fire house, now accepting dealer applications, PreIndian museum, open 9am to 5pm, Thursday thru Sunday. (540)2483532. Arts & Crafts Catling all crafters: if you have an interesting craft to sell and would like to participate in our 1st. Annual Summerfest Cratt Fair on July 25. 1998 at the K-mart parking lot. (Warrenton) Please contact Fauquier Family Shelter Services @ 540-341-0900. 29 Auctions /Absolute Estate Auction,- Saturday June 201 Real estate, large selection of farm Machinery, 20+ vehicles, personal property Amhert County VA(near Lynchburg). Call Bill Bryant. Tne Counts Realty & Auction Group, Lynchburg, VA 800 780 2991 Auction- Saturday. June 13. 10 AM Macon, VA (Powhatan County), early cupboards, chests, priimitives, collectibles, Indian artifacts, crocks, pie safes, accessories. JTilman, Auctioneer, 804 598 4352. Auction-Real Estate 19Properties-8 Absolute. Saturday, March 21st Richmond, VA. Call for brochure, times and terms Motley's Real Estate Auctions. 804-3552100 VAAL #16 Public Auction NEW MERCHANDISE!! from maior discount warehouse chain June 20 • 5:00 Areola Community Center Gum Spring Rd, Areola For Details Call (703) 327-4004 Calvin Neal. VAAR #2084 The Mosby Center Antiques & Collectibles AUCTION Sunday, June 14th at Noon. Preview Sat., 10-4; Sun.. 10-12 Large selection of antique and used furniture, quality glassware, jewelry. African tribal art. snuff bottles, lightning rods, numerous collectibles (kitchenware, tools, scales, garden implements. toys. etc), plus numerous unique items Absolute aucUon. no buyer's premium, no reserves Call for FAX: ($40) 825-9045 E-mail: Cut A uction <& aol. com Culpeper Auction Center <VAF«255) (I 1/2 milestnaniownw Rl 522N) 122H2 Spcrryvillc Pike (Rl 522N). Culpeper. VA Auctioneer: Ron Lcliwich. VAR#2I37 Business Ota Opportunities Internet and Talacom network marketing. Good compensation plan. Build your own business. Work your own hours. Call 540882-3849. Lease Purchase Program Available OTR Drivers & Owner Operators Conventional Kenworth Equipment. No Downpayment. Liberal Payback schedule! Southwestern Freight Carriers A Division of Burlington Motor Carriers 1 800 968 8743 Become A Medical Transcriptionist Opportunity To Work At Home or in Office Typing for Doctors. Home Study. Free Literature P.C.O.I., Atlanta. Georgia. 800362-7070 DeptYYA738 33 Childcare Services Offered Friendly Toys & Gifts has immediate openings in your Area. Number One in Party plan: Toys. gifts, Christmans. Home ecor. Free catalog and information. 1 -800-4884875 Will babysit in my home. Call Kelly 6752832. Childcare Wanted Child care needed for 13 children, and light housework in Rappahannock County 25-40 hours/ week Flexible Experience with young children, references required. 540-937-6096 Computer/ Electronics Sales/Service Stilt need a computer7. Can't get financing? How about a 233 Pentium compmputer. 4 3 gigs, monitor and printer, 36 month lease/purchase Slow credit, po ,r credit, even bankruptcy OK Call 1 800 365 1239 37 Construction Heavy Equip Caterpillar 951 -B crawler/loader, 1 1/4 yard bucket, 6-post ROPS brush sweep, excellent mechanical condition, new paint & batteries, under carrage rebuilt '95, Castleton area, $22,000/obo Call 540987-8852 must leave message. 40 Firewood MultiTek Processor, cuts up to 3 quarts firewood per hour. Will travel. Call Ted for details. 540-635-1344 Wholesale Processed Firewood. You haul or delivered. Call Tekwood Inc. 540-635-1344 or 540-622-6057 41 Found Found: Stray black cat. Male, white chest, white stomach 540-349-1638 Af\ Furniture "Tfc Appliances Sofa For Sale- good condition, ivory/taupe stripes Scotchguard treatment, queen size pull out bed. $300. 703430-1738. 43 Garage/Yard Moving Sale Antiques/ Yard Sale: Sat. 6/13. 8am Rain or shine. Items offered include - Mahogany parlor chairs. Oak communion table. Mahogany plant stand, Avon collector bottles in original boxes. Victorian Country girl figurine. Simon and Helbig 19th century doll. Small chest freezer. 78 speed records, school desk, brass bed - head/ foot twin, antique baskets, etched Cruett set with silver holder Capotimonte candy dish (piece *485), assorted glassware And many usual yard sale items Rt. 211 West from Food Lion. 8 miles to Rt. 229, left towards Culpepper 2 miles. Right on Colvin Road. House #3213. Home Building Supplies. Kitchens, interior/ exterior doors/ windows, light fixtures, hotwater heaters, water holding tanks, electrical appliances. mi sc items, 540-987-7200. JO Garage/Yard ■Tw Moving Sale Flea Market June 13 Marshall, VA 8:30 - ? Across from Morgan’s Oil Call Rebecca to reserve a space. 540-364-2270 44 Giveaways 4 year old neutered male, Australian Shepherd. Free to good home. Great disposition. Needs room to run. Call Susan 703-404-0936 Brittany Spaniel: Moving can not take loving dog Friendly. Female. 9 years, but acts like a puppy Prefer fenced yard Call 703-750-3847 Free: Horse manure You haul. 540-364-4024 Giveaway: Barn homes needed for shy unadoptable cats All medical provided, all spayed/ neutered 703-295-0678 Giveaway: Barn homes needed for shy unadoptable cats. All medical provided, all spayed/ neutered 703-295-0678. Needy kittens and cats, all vet-checked, spayed and neutered in need of barns. Call collect 1 -202244-2866 Two 13-month old male black Lab puppies Need a lot of space and preferrablly a fenced-in yard. Would like to keep them together Call 540-4393324 52 Instruction Learn Quilt making! Classes start soon, phone 703 691 4888 Local weekend training for Tractor-Trailer Drivers.Financing and Job Placement Available Only 8 weekendss or 3 weeks fullf-time Shippers Choice of VA, Inc. 1 800 646 2374 M Lawn/Garden Equipment Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor, model 1650, Rebuilt 16HP engine, 44” mower deck, hydrostatic transmission Runs and cuts well. $950/ obo. 540347-4997 after 6om. Top Soil. 7 cu. yds. $120. Delivered in warrenton area Call lor pricing in other areas. Other products available 540788-1325 ES Pet Supplies Sales & Service German Shephard pups. AKC, 8 black & silver, large pets, 9 black & tan, show quality, champion lines. Becks Kennels. Martinsburg, 304229-8545 65 Services Business Lawncare Services offered. reasonable rates, flexible schedules, also bushhogging Call 540987-8954 CASH!! We pay CASH for notes secured by real estate First or second deeds of trust or mortgages Fast closings; friendly people Call CAMBRIDGE now! (540) 662-2300 Services Home Improvement EARLY’S CARPET, INC. Tho Ono-Stap 9wp far oongnfa Horn# Owning Sonnet Floor Cowrmgt • Mr Tittrwn ttHfaW'SpCownlUpWkfaiy AooMfartfM 4 CommoncM R.n AmrtrnOt,VA 937-5500 ■IA Services IV Miscellaneous Summer tutoring experienced graduate student teaches reading, writing (poetry, fiction, essay), elementary math. SATs, acting, All ages $20/ hour Miranda 540-547-3082 83 Antiques & Classics Lincoln ‘88 Town Car. 105k, brown . Excellent condition, new tires,service records available $5000/obO 540-3474890 Volkswagon 1969 Beetle, needs restoration, dark blue, $1,000/ best otter (703)777-6331, 72 Camero, Beautiful restorable, Needs motor and tran work,taking loss at $3000 00 540 341 1451 82 Cadillac Eldorado,Lt 4100,106k original miles, good condition, runs good, 33MPG Country, 25 city, $1600-obo, call 540 955 3196 85 Lincoln Continental. Mark VII, Coupe 5 0L V8, rear wheel drive, 85K, Excellent condition,replaced pads, exhaust battery, one owner.$5950.00 703 430 1996 between 12 and 8. 89 Corvette c pa,red/red, Leather, auto, glass roof, Bose, 68.6 K, $13,250.00Want 97/98. 703 968 7099. Acura 1987 Integra: Dependable transportation, 3 door hatchback, 5 speed, tilt, Sunroof, high miles, No a/c. Body fair with some rust. Engine runs great! $975.00. 703-318-4608 Acura 1987 Integra: Dependable transportation, 3 door hatchback, 5 speed, tilt. Sunroof, high miles, body fair with some rust. Engine runs great! $975 00 703318-4608. Acura 1990 Integra GS: white, am/fm/Cd player Moonroof. a/c, 138K miles. Great condition. $4,700.00 703-7299826 Acura 1993 Legend: auto, a/c. am/fm/cass, 6 player cd. leather, sunroof. fully loaded Low miles. Asking $16,000 will negotiate 703-4442237 Acura, 1996, Integra RS. Silver 2 door, 5 speed, spoiler. Alpine CD changer, 68K miles, very clean, $10,000 703-443-2843. 1999 100 Wagon: auto, like new, all power options, new mrcheiines, phone, heated leather, remote entry, $5,600 703-860-4423. 84 Automobiles Chevrolet 1969 Camara 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 1995 Camaro Z28. LT1 350, metallic red, t-top, automatic, loaded, garage kept, 7,000 miles. $17,000 540-347-5738. Chevrolet 1997 S10 stepside, red, 5-speed, a/c, great condition, sliding rear window, cd, 25K highway miles, $11.000/obo. 703-7249390 Chrysler 1991 Lebaron: Black sedan, 4 door, loaded, new exhaust, great brakes, red velour interior. $1000.00 Call 703-430-0276 or 540347-5426 Chrysler 1991 Lebaron Black sedan. 4 door, loaded, new exhaust, great brakes, red velour interior $1000.00. Call 703-430-0276 or 540347-5426 Chrysler. 1984, New Yorker- 2 2 turbo, leather, good body, good tires and battery Needs some work. $500 takes it away 341-7206 Chrysler, 1986, LeBaron 2.2. body fair, good tires and battery. Inspected. $750 takes it away 341-7206 DONATE YOUR CAR Heritage For the Blind. Tax Deductible. Free Towing, Free Phone Card to Donors 3/Ad *1285.1-800-2-donate Ford 1987 Taurus LX: good condition, all power, many new parts, transmission, runs great. $1500 Before 9pm. 540-822-9173. Ford 1990 Taurus stationwagon: 8 passenger, a/c, 97K miles, $3,900/obo 540-7884618 Ford 1994 Thundeibird: Super Coupe with supercharged V6, power everything, auto, Sony CD, a/c, runs excellent Transferable extended warranty up to 75K. White, 60K miles Buying house need to sell!! 703-222-4758 Honda 1984 Civic, 4door, silver, standard. 5speed. ac, fm/cassette, good condition. 2 new tires. new battery. $2496/ negotiable 703404-1246 Honda 1986 Prelude. 5 speed, power windows, power mirrors, sunroof, low miles, tinted windows, chrome wheels. $3500/best offer 703450-1940. Honda 1989 Prelude S, 5-speed, good condition, ac, gold, cruise, sunroof, am/fm cassette 115k miles. $3,999. 703754-1929. Honda 1994 Civic EX, green, 2-door, 5-speed, all power, sunroof, cruise, AC, high miles. ?reat condition $7000. 03-327-3339, leave message. Honda 1995 Accord LX: white, 4 door, automatic. 44K miles. Immaculate $12,250/obo Must sell by 6/15/96 (540) 687-5741. Honda, 1987 Prelude SI. loaded, 125,000 miles, new tires/ accessory belts/ timing belt/ waterpump, great for Highschool student. $4,000 540-554-2347. Lincoln 1977 Continental: 90*C miles, rune, good interior, outside needs work. $1500 540-687-6082 84 Automobiles Mercedes 1981 300D: Diesel, auto, 278K miles, engine rebuilt at 170K . Loaded New tires, front end alignment, rear brakes at 269K. Asking $5,000 703-777-8020. Merbedes 1985 380 SE: Silver/ gray, car phone, extra clean, garaged, excellent condition. Beautiful! Must see. $8,950/obo 703-2648423 or 703-729-1356. Mitsubishi 1994 Galant ES 4-door sedan. Make your best offer, 39K miles, automatic. ABS, AC. power locks/ windows. cruise, cassette deck 703-968-9079. Monte Carlo 1996 Z-34black with gray leather interior,. auto V-6, stereo CD. power windows. seats, locks, cruise, AC, intermittent wipers, tinted glass. 30K miles. $17,000. firms. 703-444-3412 Nissan 5-speed 152,000 miles, excellent condition, Ttops, am/fm cassette, extra clean. $3995/ best offer Must Sell!! 800 336 0318 xt 3104 Nissan 300ZX 1985 auto, am/fm/cd player, 120k miles, good condition Must sell! $3100, (703)280-5648 Oldsmobile 1983 Cutlass Supreme: 6 cylinder, 1Q3K miles, power steering/ brakes, a/c, new tires and ail wheel alignment at 98K $160000. 703-7778020 Porsche 1974 911 Targa: 30K miles on rebuilt, as is $4,900.00 540687-6082 Seized Cars from S175 Porsches. Cadillacs. Chevys. BMW's. Corvettes Also Jeeps, 4WD s Your area Toll Free 1-800-218-9000 Ext A-6080 for current listings. Toyota 1993 Tercel: 4 speed, am/fm, a/c, 95K miles, new tires $3000. 703-404-2662 Toyota 1994 Corolla, 4 Door Sedan, A/C, cassette, 59K miles, $6,500/OBO, Kathy 703 -779-1067 85 Trucks Dodge 1987 Ram, 4X4, Needs trans, Asking $2,000/obo 540-3472264 Susan or Pete. Dodge 1995 Ram 1500 SLT Laramie: 4x4, 360 V8, auto, a/c, WLTC, dark green, 62K miles $13,900.00 703-771-1838 Ford 1972 Pick-up, Rebuilt 460, Cam, 780 Holly, Dana rear end, CD player, tool box. Runs great $2,395/ obo 703450-3978. Ford 1972 Pick-up, Rebuilt 460, Cam, 780 Holly, DANA rear end.tool box,C D player Runs great. $2395.00 neg. 703-450-3978. Ford 1985 Ranger: 4 cylinder, 5 speed Camper shell, 107K miles, runs great, 1 owner, $2,000/ obo. 703-2630644. tsuzu 1989 Trooper: 4WD, 5-speed, am/fm. a/c. New tires/brakes. 144K miles $4,100.00. 703-834-9774 . Jeep Wagoneer U Edition ‘76 QuadriTracMWD. Cruise, a/c. New Pioneer A M/FM/Cass Power rear-Window, Original Interior, 35K miles, Mint condition $6500 OBO (540) 788-9226 TVucks Jeap, 93, Grand Cherokee Laredo. Red/ Gray. V-8, Quad trac, auto, A/C power windows/locks, Tow pkg 96K, Well Maintained, all records, excellent condition, $12000 OO.call 540 687 3245 Land rover 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. Toyota 1987 4X4, Xtra cab, Turbo, SR5. custom paint, 35"x17.5" Mickey's dual shocks, stereo, alarm, gears, fully loaded, much more. $7,500/ obo. 703-353-3400. Toyota ‘92 P/U- black. 5 speed, cassette, new battery/tires. 40K miles, excellent running condition. $5900/obo 703- i 866-3981 86 Campers/RVs Sunline 1995 28 Trailer, front queen, rear full bath, like new condition, all accessories included. $10,500. 703-860-2469. Reston. Tom Johnson Camping Center, Annual June Sale. Going on right now All Month Long! The biggest RV sale of the Year! Over 425 new & used RVs at huge savings Hwy. 70 W, Marion. NC 1 800 225 7802 87 Vans Dodge 1990 Conversion Van: 74K miles, TV. Clean, seats 7, Reduced to $5900 Call Steve after 5:00pm. 540-822-5624 VW 1985 Vanagon - 4 speed, pop-top, power steering, new parts, brown/tan. cd/stereo, good condition, §3,500.00. Call 703450-7181 88 Motorcycles Harley Davidson 1997 Electric Glide Classic Many, Many extras Willing to negotiate M"'* see must sell!! 7 71-9296 wasaki 1985 KN70C 37K Miles, Good condition $1500 703-7169804 Yamaha 1982 650 Heritage Special: 985 original miles, mint condition, new inspection $1375/obo. 703-7798202 Parts & Accessories 1990 LX 5.0 Bullethole 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 Sell for $299 OBO, Call 703-777-7174 Hard Top, fits CJ-7 & Wrangler. Excellent condition. $700/ obo 703779-7661 lAjftm. Used parts for cars $ trucks Some new parts Motors, transmissions & parts Instiled (If purchased hers) Over 2.0O0 cart and trucks at al times. Ws Buy 8 Set running cars and trucks 0p«n Mon-Sk 94* Ckmd&fi Located Rt 229,5 miles past Culpeper High School 895-2571

JAJ Legal IV I Notices RELEASE The Culpepper Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking bids for the mowing, minor tree removal on nine (9) watershed structures in Culpepper and Madison. Sites to be mowed will be shown on June 16. Meet at the Culpepper office at 9:00 am. Bids will be accepted until 12:00 noon on June 26 Mowing is to be completed by September 15, 1998. Any questions contact the Culpepper District Office. (540) 8258591. 5-27, 6-3, 6-10-98 *110520 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 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 Supervisors for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Monday, July 6, 1998 at 7:00pm in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE #98-05-01 Application by Alfred & Klara Kummli to subdivide three (3) two acre parcels from a farm of 547 acres. The residence (Tax Map 5, Parcel 14, zoned “A", Agricultural) would be placed under scenic easement allowing division into no more than four (4) parcels. Use allowed' Under Section 170-37 of the Rappahannock County Code. Property is to be withdrawn from the Krebser Agricultural & Forestal District to accomplish this division (to be considered the same evening as special exception). A COPY of the foregoing applications 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 applications will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, June 17. 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 Board of Supervisors c/o P.O Box 519. Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof By: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 6-3, 6-10, 6-17-98 #111278 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 Thursday, June 25, 1998 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SU #98-05-02 Charlie D. and Betty F. Hawkins, owners of Tax Map 41, Parcel 27 in Stonewall District, desire a Special Use Permit to place a 65' X 12' mobile home on said properly to serve as a family apartment for Mrs. Hawkins' mother. Structure will be located no more than twohundred (200) feet from existing house Property is zoned Agricultural and Conservation and contains 39.19 acres. Allowed under Section 170-36 (A) of the Rappahannock County Code: additional standards in Section 170-62 (G). •- A COPY of the foregoing applications is on file •W the Zoning Office in Washington. Virginia, and }s available for public inspection, Monday through •Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Said applications will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 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 Board of Zoning Appeals, c/oP.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof By: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator #111420 6-3,6-10-98 PUBLIC NOTICE REISSUANCE OF A VPOES PERMIT TO DISCHARGE TO STATE WATERS AND STATE CERTIFICATION UNDER THE STATE WATER CONTROL LAW first Public Notice Issue Date: 6-3-98 The State Water Control Board has under consideration the reissuance ot the following Permit and State Certificate: Permit No.: VA0024449 Name of Permittee: Shenandoah National Park Facility Name. Panorama STP Facility Location: Thornton Gap Developed Area. Skyhline Drive at U S. Rt. 211, Mile Post 31.5 (facilities straddle the Page/Rappahannock Co. line with discharge to Rappahannock Co.) Permittee Address: 3655 U S. Highway 211 East. Luray, VA 22835 Discharge Discretion: Existing Municipal; Discharge Flow: 0.015 MGD, 1 Outfall. Receiving Stream: Thornton River; Stream Mile: 27.9; Basin: Rappahannock; Subbasin: N/A; Section: 4; Class: III; Special Standards: q This proposed permit action is tentative and consists of reissuing the facility's permit to discharge treated sewage wastewater On the basis ot preliminary review and application of lawful standards and regulations, the State Water Control Board proposes to reissue the permit subject to certain conditions. The following parameters are limited: ph 6.0 min, 9.0 max; BODS 36 mg/1 max; Suspended Solids 36mg/l max; Residual Chlonne nondetectable max; Dissolved Oxygen 6.5 mg/1 min; and Ammonia-N 15.5 mg/1 max. This permit will maintain the Water Quality Standards adopted by the Board. Normally, liquid sludge is taken to the Luray STP tor turther treatment and disposal. When this is impractical, sludge Is taken to one of three other Park wastewater treatment facilities for drying, then disposed of in the Page County landfill Persons may comment in wnting to the DEQ on the proposed permit action within 30 days from the date ot the first notice. Only those comments received within this period will be considered. Address comments to the contact person listed below Comments shall include the name, address, and telephone number of the writer, arid shall contain a complete, concise statement ot the tactual basis for comments. Requests for a public heanng shall state the reason why a hearing is requested, the nature of the issues proposed to be raised in the public heanng. and a brief explanation of how the requester s interests would be directly and adversey affected by the proposed permit action The Director of the DEQ may decide lo hold a public heanng if public response is significant. All pertinent information is on file and may be inspected or copied by contacting Valerie A Rourke at Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. Valley Regional Office, PO Box 1129, 4411 Early Road. Harrisonburg. VA 22801-1129, Telephone No. (540) 574-7800. Following the comment period, the Board will make a determination regarding the proposed action This determination will become effective, unless the Director grants a public heanng Due notice ot any public neariang will be given. •-3,8-10-96 •111441 Employment ATW, Inc. All Teams, All East-West All HoodCondos, trip average 5,800 miles, top pay package 1-800-9486723. Avon reps needed. Earn up to 50%. FullTime/Part-Time. Free brochure. 1-888-4286675. Agent- AVON- Beauty consultants! If you can run a household you can run a business! No doorto- door required. Fantastic earning opportunity! 1-800-458 9750 $$AVON$$ Potential $200-$2000 per month. Sell where & when you like, its not just door to door anymore. Medical/ other insurance available. 1-800-288-6311. Ind. Rep BOOKKEEPER Experienced bookkeeper and office manager for Warrenton retail store. Dailypart-time-on site. References and resume. Send to: HEB/109672 PO Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20188 Carpenter (Framing) Oak Ridge Builders in Leesburg seeks experienced full time Frame Carpenter looking for a team player that plans on sticking around. Call Sarah at 703-7775435. EOE Company drivers/owner ops.$500-$1000.00 Sign on bonus! Van, flatbed, dedicated singles or teams. No experience? no problem. Training AvailablelBuilders Transport. 1 888 2 JOIN-BT. Gov’t. Postal Jobs $16.87/hr start. For info/application 818-506-5354 Ext. 5096 COMPUTER SUPPORT Part-time computer support person for large multi-physician practice to assist with help desk/user support & support for MIS Director. Medical Manager knowledge preferable. Fax resume to: 540-3411729 DRILLER HELPER NEEDED Will train. CDL required. Good hours, pay, benefits. Call: Northern Virginia Drilling, Inc. (703) 361-6859 Driver OTR Top Miles Top Pay Leader in Miles lor Five Years Running. $1,000 Sign-on bonus for experienced drivers. Call Covenant Transport 1-800-441-4394 for experienced drivers and Owner Operator Teams call 1-800-338-6428 graduate students. (--Xv Assistant Service Manager/Service Advisor Growth opportunity position with established GM dealer in new service and parts facility. Progressive compensation package with complete medical and retirement plans. Qualified Male/Female candidates encouraged to apply in person or call for appointment. Contact Tim Frees, General Manager, ^at 125 S. Royal Ave., Front Royal » 5404)35-2153^ DISPATCHER/MATRON POSITION Kuppuliumiock • aninh Sheriff* Office Cl HIIKMI.i \t CF.PTINC MTI.K: \TIO\S M>» Tin; POSITION of DISI'XTt IIFH/M \TKO\ FUOV1.H NK II ro ll Ni; _•■». Pi’ll!. 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For An Interview HILLCREST MEMORY GARDENS 4160 Rixeyville Rd. Jeffersonton, VA 22724 Phone: 540-937-5251 FAX: 540-937-7239 Attn: Patricia Mills BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 ot the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.22204 ot 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 Thursday, June 25. 1998 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application SU #98-05-04 Cart W„ Jr. and Sally A. Letsen. owners of Tax Map 41, Parcel 39B in Jackson District, desire a Special Use permit to place a mobile home with no more than twelve-hundred square feet of livable space on said properly to serve as a family apartment for the Letsen s daughter. Structure will be located no more than two-hundred (200) feet from the existing house. Property is zoned Agricultural and contains 25 009 acres. Allowed under Section 170-36 (A) of the Rappahannock County Code: additional standards in Section 170-62 (G). A COPY of the foregoing application is on tile at the Zoning Office in Washington. Virginia, and is available tor 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, June 17, 1996 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse tor such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55. If any. The above-named applicant, adfacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, c/o P.0 Box 519, Washington. Virginia 22747. in advance thereof BY: John W McCarthy Zoning Administrator 9-3,6-10-98 #111903 Driver-start up to 34c/mile. 85% drop-nhook. Conventional Freightliners. Weekly pay. Regional runs available. Contractors ask about 88c/Mile! Heartland Express. 800565-5644 Driver...$30,000 First Year Potential! No experience necessary! Training available! New pay package, consistent miles, job stability, assigned equipment Swift transportant. 1 -800-3474698 (eoe-m/f) Driver...$30,000 first year potential! Hiring Drivers! No experience necessary! Training available! New pay package, consistent miles, job stability, assigned equipment. Swift Transpotation. 1-800347-4698. Drivers - What are the ingredients for success? Great, pay, Co. paid health, home most weekends, late models conv. That's the Recipe at.HARRIS TRUCKING CO. Come grow with us. 1-800-929-5003 Drivers, company and owner operator. 1 year experience New pay scale. No touch freight. Dispatched home Friday. Call for details. William Edwards. Inc 800-8763436. DRIVERS Company and Owner Operators. 1 - year experience acceptable work history. No touch freight. Dispatched home Friday. Call for details 1-800-876-3436 William Edwards. Inc. ELECTRICIANS & HELPERS Residential electricians & trainees needed for FT work in Loudoun Co. Benefits. competitive pay. Call: 888-321-6200 ELECTRICIANS Full-time, experience in residential & commercial. Good pay. valid drivers license. Call 703-4504231 or 450-9253. ELECTRICIANS Helpers & Trainees Worit throughout No. Va. Please Call: E.L. Kellogg Corp. (703) 968-5545 SUNNYSIDE FARMS, LLC FARM POSITIONS Sunnyside Farms is a 400 acre diversified organic farm seeking career oriented individuals for the following salaried, full time positions: ★ Field Managers for: Tree fruit, herbs, berries and livestock. it Equipment Operators & Mechanics ★ Housekeepers Starting salaries are commensurate with experience. Successful candidates will be eligible for medical, educational, 401 (k) retirement, vacation and housing benefits. Sunnyside Farms, LLC is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to environmentally sustainable methods. Please send resume to P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747-0478. Fax to 540675-2740 or Call 540-675-2627 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PT. Approx. 30 hrs/wk for Literacy Volunteers of Fauquier County. Beginning July 20. Requires excellent management and organizational skills, including writing and computer skills and ability to interact with people on all levels on a cooperative basis. Adult education and instructional skills desirable. Send Resume to: P.O. Box 3177 Warrenton, VA 20188 or Fax to: 540-349-8025 FARM HELP Milkers & farm help needed. Husband & Wife team preferred. Near Fredricksburg, VA. Call 540-9722680, 540-972-2849 FREE EDUCATION and Training. Learn career skills. Finish school. Get a job. Expense money, room/meals provided. Must be 16-24. Call JOB CORPS, 1800-733-5627, extension 42. HORSE FARM Person for TB farm near Warrenton. Experienced with mares, foals, young horses and show hunters. Sales prep. All barn duties References required. 540-364-2387 Jim Palmer Trucking. Teams & % team up with #1 team in trucking today. We are the good looking fleet. Call 1-800755-9458 NURSE/ EXPERIENCED MEDICAL ASSISTANT Needed for Warrenton Physicians' office. Skills to include: venipuncture, EKG. Insurance & Medical Manager knowledge helpful. Fax resume to 540341-1729 ACCOUNTING REPORTING SPECIALIST Bright, energetic person needed to prepare internal financial reports for a publisher located in Herndon, Virginia. Must have good computer skills and experience in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheets, and working with other accounting applications. A working knowledge of GAAP is required; general knowledge of the tax code would be helpful. Accounting or business degree preferred. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Please fax your resume, along with a cover letter and salary history/requirements to: ]DB (703) 435-9754 EOE CIRCULATION ASSISTANT WANTED!! Full-Time, hands-on individual to help with the day to day operations in a weekly TMC oriented environment located in Reston. The successful candidate should have some experience in the circulation end of the newspaper industry. Familiarity with spreadsheet and word processing programs is required, and knowledge of a circulation systems program would be a plus. Are you a detail oriented self-starter that can work independently, and thrive on variety? a If so, fax resume to: (703) 437-6019 or call Gene at: (703) 437-5400 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 SHIPPING /RECEIVING. MAIL CLERK: Pulls orders and packs and prepares orders for shipment. Supervises all shipping and receiving functions and contracts freight earners for the most beneficial service of the company. Sorts, weighs and applies appropriate postage to all outgoing mail. Receives incoming tech support calls and fills out initial entries in our Tech Support database routing the calls to Tech Support. Requirements include: Familiarity with computer data entry, shipping and receiving procedures. General knowledge in the operation of a postage machine, meter and electronic weight scale. The strength to lift a tray or mail weighing approximately 20 lbs. and incoming/outgoing packages or boxes with an average weight of 45 lbs. 1 SYSTEMS ENGINEER: Knowledge of the UNIX operating system, and setting and configuring hardware. Has had exposure to Structures Query Language (SQL), and familiar with at least one commercial RDBMS product (Informix, Sybase, or Oracle). Knowledge of Windows or Macintosh workstations, and a willingness to leam the other platform. Responsible for major account technical support and testing of the software product line. Performs system installations including: configuring server systems, loading software, configuring software, and providing systems administration and end-user training. 1 SENIOR PROGRAMMER ANALYST: Performs software development for software Server product, including database development for software Server product, including database development and program interface, and general UNIX and C language development. Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, including: C programming, database design, administration and programming; BS in computer science, math, or related technical field a plus. Successful candidates will work out of our Virginia offices in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 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Viewtown social news Mrs. Barbara Settle was a Wednesday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. - Sympathy is extended to thfe Estes family upon the passing of Edward Estes last week. Mr. and Mrs. Mitch Hitt are moving to Florida, we sure will miss the Hitts and their many contributions to the community. We wish them well. By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 Eugene Dodson, who is a patient at a nursing home in Luray visited in the home of Roger Hitt on Saturday. Family and friends called and came by to visit with Mr. Dodson. Anyone with Viewtown social news or family gatherings is urged to give me a call to have it included in this column. Cadet Iten receives awards Massanutten Military Academy, Woodstock, Va., is very proud to announce that Cadet Christian P. Iten, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Iten of Flint Hill has distinguished himself by receiving Silver Eagle Academic Awards (3.5 - 3.99 GPA) for all four quarters of the 1997-1998 academic year. Cadet Iten also received athletic letters for weight lifting and volleyball and the annual academic award for French 1. Cadet Iten has just completed his second year at Massanutten. Massanutten Military Academy, established in 1899 and soon to celebrate its centennial year, is Virginia’s only coeducational, military, college preparatory boarding school offering the Army JROTC program. Massanutten Military Academy, structured for students from grades six through twelve, maintains a comprehensive program designed to develop and promote the academic, leadership and character potential of its students. Camp days scheduled BY HAZEL ZINN-DAY Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The CulpeperShenandoah-Rappahunnock 4-H Camp will be held at the Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center near Front Royal the week of Aug. 9-13. Each morning, campers participate in three classes of their choosing. Classes scheduled include: canoeing, beginning horsemanship, swimming, tennis, foods, nature studies, shooting education, crafts, fishing, art, performing arts, rocketry, and many more. Sports and recreations, swimming, and tribal activities will occupy the campers in the afternoon. Evening activities include campfires, talent shows, games, dances, and many other special programs and activities designed for fun! We are taking registration now, so come by or call the Extension office at 675-3619 to receive a registration form. The cost of camp is $130. Youth ages nine through 14 years (as of 9-30-98) can go to camp. Photos courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day FARM SHOW COMING: The Rappahannock 4-H Livestock Club is 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 cash. Please help support this 4-H fund raising activity by purchasing raffle tickets from club members or at the Extension Office. Pictured here are some of the members of the club that will be showing their livestock projects during the Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock Farm Show, July 23-27: Brittney Thorpe, Dylan Corbin, David Miller, Amanda Miller, adult leader Jim Massie, Nathan Corbin, Ashley Corbin, David Massie, adult leader Brooke Miller, Justin Updike, Katie Updike and Zack Corbin. Farm Show catalogs are available at the Extension Office. ——mm ii— i— mmm & i 4-H HEALTH PROJECT: The Amissville 4-H Club started working on their 4-H Health project at their last meeting. The 4-H’ers learned how to keep both physically and emotionally fit. They will be working On their project record books this summer and, hopefully, complete them in time for the 4-H Achievement Night program this Fall when they will receive special recognition for completing them. WalMart of Culpeper donated first aid kits for the 4-Her’s to keep and learn how to use. Pictured here are: adult volunteer leader Jennifer Gray, Chris Starks, Randolph Gray, Rashad Alexander, Ryisha Cook and volunteer leader Rolanda Cook. Privacy in the garden BY DIANE RELF Extension Environmental Horticulturist There are several methods to create small pockets of outdoor privacy even in a densely populated suburban area. If the lot is small or the privacy quotient high, then a solid fence may be the best answer. It will effectively block unwanted viewers and glares from headlights and it will reduce noise and wind. Flowering vines Before starting construction, check local ordinances to make sure a fence of the desired height and style is sanctioned. Even if allowed, such a privacy fence is likely to appear most unfriendly unless it is softened by flowering vines or a street-side bed of tall ornamental grasses or other durable plants. Perrenial vines, such as wisteria or trumpet honeysuckle, may be slow to become established, so the annual purple hyacinth bean or the moon vine may be acceptable interim vines. Trumpet honeysuckle is a twining vine that can grow 15 to 20 feet high. Fencing filters If you have more space and a need for filtered privacy, you may wish to use lattices, trellises, and arches to set the framework of a screen, again covered with vines. Properly selected plantings of trees and shrubs can he as effective as a fence and can change with the season. Deciduous trees and shrubs provide a buffer in summer when in leaf, but are open in winter. This may be ideal if your major consideration is blocking noise from neighborhood outdoor summer activities. Trees with many branches and leaves work better as screening plants than those with sparse foliage. Species such as birch, oak, and beech, produce rustling sounds that will mask noise. Evergreens block noise, sights, and strong winds all year. Dr. Diane Relf is an envi ronmental horticulturist with Virginia Cooperative Extension. Real Estate Directory L Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office. Robert D. Lane and wife to Elizabeth McRobert Brosius, 2.4380 acres, Hampton Disitrict. Deed of gift. Elizabeth McRobert Brosius to Arinin Fidler and others, 12.9788 acres, Hampton District. $95,500. Joseph Michael Guiffre III and others to Robert Miloslavich Jr., 235 acres, Wakefield District. $435,000. Christine D. Tashjian to Anne M. Hinnant, lot 8, Rappahannock Park, Jackson District. $98,500. Hugh C. Anderson and wife to Emory C. Lazar and wife, 41.4001 acres, more or less, Jackson District. $215,000. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office 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. 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 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 BOSTON AREA - 3.2 acre open and wooded lot on deeded right of way. $22,000 James W. Leake 987-8236 Bud Corder • John Eubank 675-3291 987-8146 in N. ifffr.iiiim—■—— Grant Griffith is pleased to announce the listing and sale of ROCKLEDGE 296 Ben Venue Road, Flint Hill, VA and We are proud to offer for sale SPRUCE HILL An important, completely updated, residence, parts of which date to the 18th century, exquisitely sited on 102 glorious open and wooded acres enhanced by a lake with island, a pond, a vineyard, mature specimen plantings, fenced pastures and valuable outbuildings. This idyllic estate offers the quality and character that is always sought and seldom found in country properties. This truly extraordinary home is remarkably well priced at $699,500 THE WOODS The ultimate hideaway for those who demand total privacy and seclusion. This 52 acre, heavily wooded retreat is wonderfully rustic and the site approximates a movie set with its gurgling streams, gigantic rock outcroppings, multi-decked “tree house” and sparkling in-ground pool with expansive sunning area. All this is set high on the side of Mitchell Mountain and must be seen to be believed. A unique offering at $199,500 For a private appointment to view either of these very special homes please call me at 1-800-298-5280 ext. 237 or 540-937-4004 We are always anxious to LIST and SELL fine country homes and land in Rappahannock, Culpeper and Fauquier counties. pardoe Grant Griffith « no— graham TARDOf *mi fiMitoaocr An Award-Winning Was/ungton Reatur Who Understands Country. Judy M. Word Hitt to Downing W. Hitt and wife, 3.789 acres, Stonewall District. $122,500. Frances T. Tabler, Trustee to Brian K. Hicks and wife, 25,177 square feet, Town of Sperryville, Piedmont District. $90,000. 5.50 ACRES in 2 lots, mostly open, with pond. Two story home with 2.5 baths, 4 bedrooms, living room with fireplace, and large family room with stove insert. Finished basement for guest or in-laws. Small barn and outbuilding. Owner willing to contribute towards painting/carpet replacement. Fine area for children. $185,000. 5.0724 ACRES in a private area, improved with a Rambler style home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, basement with play room. Paved driveway. A nice area for children. $136,000. 14.89 OPEN ACRES with nice views and good neighbors. Ready to build on. $87,500. Rappahannock Realty Rt. 522, Flint Hill 22627 540-675-3414 ^ Jefferson Land & Realty (540) 948-5050 Internet Address: hap Ifjeffemm-land.arm _ Farms • Land • Residential • Commercial Ma Madison County “Crest Hill Farm" 113+/- ac. mm. farm near the National Park. 5 BR, 4-5 BA Victorian Farmhouse! Fenced, streams, hams. $450,000. Call Lisa. "Garth Run Farm" 4 BR, 3.5 BA Colonial on 43+/- acs. 2 FPs, parlor & many extras!! Several outbldgs. $520,000. Call Bill. "Summy's Farm" 110+/- acs., approx. 18 acs. open. Several streams & potential bldg, sites. $179,900. Call Carl. Farm Acreage!! 66+/- mostly wooded acs. Several elevated potential bldg, sites & streams. $149,000. Call Carl. Etlan/Syria Area - 51+/- mostly wooded acres. Borders Nat'l Park, has stream, mountain & pastoral views, long frontage, several potential bldg, sites & a restorable cottage. $165,000. Call Lisa. "Black Diamond Farm" 179+/- ac. farm w/ 4 BR Farmhouse, mtn. views, stream. , ponds, orchards & long frontage. Mostly open, fenced & cross-fenced land. $660,000. Call Carl. Rappahannock County Covington River Frontage - 9.6+/- wooded acres w/stream & road frontage. REDUCED to $49,900. till Lisa. Culneoer County “Seven Springs Farm” 482+/- gently rolling, mostly open acs. Several streams & potential bldg, sites. $1,014,500. Or 166+/- acs. @ $365K, 152 +/- acs. @ $360K, 87 +/- acs. @ $200K & 78 +/- acs. @ $180K. Call Bill. RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER FRONTAGE 270 acres of rolling land, ponds, streams, views, woods, open, with barn. Grove of American Walnuts. $699,000 The Buyer’s Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 Shenandoah Valley Farm with 145 acres of pasture and crop land. This beautifully designed large Georgian style brick home sits on a wooded knoll commanding magnificent views of the valley and Blue Ridge Mountains. 2 ponds and guest cottage included. $685,000 Him\ M. Day, Realtors (540) 675-3034 Wushin^Um, \ iiginia I -mail - i null n n s .i>onlink t=J 03 OUTSTANDING home of cedar logs & stone on 55 acre hilltop. Sparkling pool & decks facing the mountains. $469,000 COMFORTABLE living & entertaining on 38 private acres. Great room concept plus 3 suites w/baths. Mountains & evening sunsets. $650,000 GREAT FARMHOUSE adjoins park on headwaters of Hazel River. Large entertaining rooms, 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs, pool. $425,000 HOME ON PRIVATE LAKE 3 BR, 2 BA residence on 58 acres. Ideal weekender or full time home. Nice shop. $325,000 RENOVATED FARMHOUSE is incredibly charming. Very nice views from 7+ country acres. Barns & pond. $348,000 MANAGEABLE, very private & well-built home surrounded by larger estates. Lots of space. Great hiking area. $249,000 TERRIFIC VIEWS & LARGE CREEK accent large home on 11 acres (2 parcels). Significantly reduced to $205,000. COLONIAL FARMHOUSE in Washington, VA. Good sized, older house recendy remodeled on a half acre. $185,000 COMMERCIAL BUILDING on Rr. 211 west of Sperryville in area of growing businesses. Former gift shop & cabins. $105,000 70 acres of old mountainside farm w/barn. $220,000 51 acres of wooded hilltop w/great view. $166,000 25 acres of rolling hills w/views & streams. $105,000 10 wooded acres w/large clearing. Driveway built. $69,500 Commercial & Residential: 20 acres offers a variety of uses. $105,000 Eleven interesting and varied land listings too! Real Estate III m ikr 675-1373 __ Amy Sloan* 967 8668