Rappahannock News, May 19, 1999

lr r —r— r-v<—r 122st Year ... No. 20 (540) 675-3338 Newspaj WEDNESDAY, MAY 19, 1999 www.timespapers.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Awards picnic set The Organizing Committee of Trash Free Rappahannock 1999 invites all participants and supporters of this year’s TFR Program and their families to an awards picnic on Saturday, May 22 at the home of John Kiser at the end of Popham’s Ford Road off Route 707 between Route 231 and I 522 from 4 p.m. ' into the evening. ? Food will be I provided. V Swimsuits \ welcome. \ Call 987J 8445. Gateway meeting slated for May 20 The public is invited to the Sperryville Gateway meeting on Thursday, May 20 at the Sperryville fire hall at 7 p.m. David Edwards, who is currently serving as the Director of the Winchester Regional Preservation Office of the Department of Historic Resources will be speaking. Mr. Edwards is responsible for personnel, accounting, and purchasing matters, and he oversees the architectural and archaeological services provided by the office to the general public. A native of Portsmouth, he received a Bachelor in Architectural History degree from the University of Virginia. He enjoys gardening, reading and playing hand bells in a church choir. Bloodmobile coming May 20 A Red Cross Bloodmobile will be held on Thursday, May 20 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Washington Volunteer fire hall. The Bloodmobile is sponsored by the Family and Community Educators (formerly Rappahannock Extension Homemakers). All regular and new donors are encouraged to come out and donate. For more information call 675-3638. Meeting scheduled There will be a regular meeting of Rappahannock County Democrats on Wednesday, June 2 promptly at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. Candidates for elected office who wish to speak to the committee and who may want the committee’s support are invited to attend. Guest Independents are also invited. This is an open meeting. For information call Franklin Schmidt, Chairman at 987-8410. Happenings in Rappahannock • Rappahannock County Planning Commission meeting, Wednesday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse. Tentative agenda includes: New Business: Special exception for the following: Price boundary adjustment; Rappahannock Chiropractic Professional offices and Harris Conference Center/Resort. Also renewals of Massie/Exton and Jenkins Mountain Agricultural and Forestal District. • Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals, Thursday, May 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse. Agenda includes: New Business, special use permit, Rappahannock Chiropractic Professional Offices. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Relay is this weekend Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune Ester Settle, who is coordinating this year’s Relay for Life along with Mike Mahoney, poses with some of the team captains for the event which will be held May 21 and 22 at the Rappahannock Elementary School. J Sperryville Rescue Squad wins ‘99 prize, awards party set for this Saturday j BY HUNT HARRIS Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The second annual “Trash Free Rappahannock” clean-up campaign has concluded and the winners by a huge margin over all trash-for-cash participants is the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad with a total of 473 bags and miscellaneous roadside garbage! This group had many helpers and set the trend for group participation, but was spearheaded by Buck Payne, who also served on this year’s Organizing Committee. Not only does this mean a significant boost of $1,419 (@ $3 per bag) to the coffers of this important community volunteer organization, they also take home the Grand Prize of $1,000 for being overall winners. The Rappahannock Lions teamed up behind the enthusiasm of Jeff Light and friends to take second place with 328 bags donated to the cause, while Headwaters, ably led by trashy veteran Barney O’Meara (who created this year’s signup boxes),and Ragged Mountain Resource Center each topped the 200 mark. Honorable mention includes Susan Bulin and the Berry children and Kay and Andrew Kohler for their scout groups, Amanda Stephens (for the Castleton VFD), Wakefield Country Day School, Hearthstone School cooperative, Rappahannock Elementary School, and RLEP, who cleaned up around the Scrabble dumpster. In addition to the larger turnout of participants this year as well as an extended timeframe, more organizations in the community benefited from the efforts of local citizens who “stooped to conquer” roadside litter. Last year, approximately 75 citizens collected 1500 bags worth of litter and helped benefit 23 worthy causes. This year, well over 100 people collected a grand total of 2,121 bags which will help 28 community groups. VDOT once again provided bright, strong orange bags and roadside pick-up throughout the program, and County Attorney Peter Luke, along with County Administrator John McCarthy, helped organize a special clean-up along the old 231 roadbed which several community members spent most of a Saturday participating in on the final weekend. Project coordinator Hunt Harris said this effort helped boost the grand total over the 2,000 bag mark. Throughout this year’s program there was much discussion amongst community members via letters to the editor, phone messages, electronic mail and good ole’ country store porch chat about the merits of such a program and the overriding issue of litter and recycling in our community and beyond. TFR chief instigator and fund-raiser John Kiser hopes that community members will share their ideas with one another at his home at the end of Popham’s Ford Road this coming Saturday at 4 p.m. where he and the Organizing Committee will be hosting this year’s Awards Party. Food will be provided, though a call if intending to attend would be appreciated at 540987-8445. See HUNT, Page A8 Town Council agrees on budget BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer At last week’s meeting, the Washington Town Council reached agreement on the town budget for Fiscal Year 1999-2000. Despite an earlier arrangement to hold the computer line item at the originally proposed $9800 until a suitable replacement computer was identified, Council member Charles Tompkins moved to reduce the budgeted amount to $3000, with the balance of $6800 to be split between water works and sewer fund reserves. Town computer needs Tompkins said that he felt that $3000 was more than adequate for a computer for a town of Washington’s size. Treasurer Elaine Viguerie appealed to the Council to hold off on such action. She said that the $9800 was not for a computer, but for a service that provides the computer peripherals, software, technical support, and maintenance and felt that, in the long range, the use of such a service would save the town money. Mrs. Viguerie added that if the Council did not wish to allocate the $9800, then as an alternative they should reduce the computer budget to $6000 and not $3000, so that a system with sufficient power could be acquired, and so that the town would not have to make a change in the near-term. The Council voted 4 to 3 to approve Tompkins motion. In a subsequent and related action, Mayor Stu Willis moved to take back $500 of the $6800 computer fund reallocation ($250 each from the sewer and water works reserves) to be added to the brochure budget of $1500. During the public hearings portion earlier in the Meeting, John ByaM had made such a request on behalf of the town business council. The Town Council voted to approve Mayor Willis’ motion. The entire budget will be voted upon at the next Town Council meeting. Kiosk update Town Kiosk Committee chair John Byam noted that the kiosk would be finished with the week and would be located in front of the Post Office. The kiosk will, feature three panels for information display: two accessible cork bulletin boards and one glass-enclosed panel. Other activities In other Town Council activities, Treasurer Viguerie provided her report on the town’s financial state, and presented the bills-to-be-paid list for council approval. She reported that by the end of the fiscal year (June 30, 1999), the town would have cash assets of $330,785.71, including reserves of over $180,000 in the sewer fund, and more than $45,000 in the water works fund. Council member Steve Critzer presented a quotation from Country Water Systems for filter media replacement and for further investigation into water system problems. He noted that the town would not know the extent of the problem until they see the system’s distribution tube. Mayor Willis proposed to allocate $6000 from the water works reserves to investigate and repair the problem, and to return to the Council with a supplemental request should additional funds be required. Town Attorney John Bennett presented two draft revisions to the Town of Washington Water Service Ordinance for Council review. The revisions address issues including monthly minimum charges, commercial versus residential accounts, and tap right purchases, and will be acted upon at a later date. See COUNCIL, Page A8 ARB discusses access to church, storage By TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer The town of Washington Architectural Review Board approved three requests and denied a proposed access ramp in its monthly meeting, May 13. All members were present except for Patrick O’Connell. Church access Trinity Episcopal Church would like to construct a ramp along the north side of Trinity House, which is directly across the street from the church, for handicapped access. The board felt that such a ramp, which would zig-zag up to the building, would be an eye-sorer. They rejected this proposal, but approved a couple.of alternatives. These include another sidewalk and a ramp on the south side. Board actions • Mary Ellen and Charles Smoot came before the board with a request to place a storage building in the backyard of their residence on Main Street. Tanya Richey felt that storage buildings are inappropriate in town. However, there are no ordinances banning such buildings. The request was approved by a ,3-1 vote, with Richey being the lone dissenter. The board feels, however, that the Tbwn Planning Commission or Town Council should take another look at the issue and give the board some guidance on what they can and cannot approve. The problem is that present ordinances do not include specific guidelines concerning construction See ARB, Page A8 Pleased to perform Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune Rappahannock High School senior Amanda Brown performs a number with the US Air Force Band during their concert at Rappahannock Elementary School last Thursday. ^

Cats and wildlife mutually compatible outside A chilling, heart-stopping sight met me soon after dawn this morning. Only a few yards from the back door, a robin had built her nest on top of an ancient wooden fence post. When I went out to see if the fourth egg had hatched, I found the nest tipped over, an egg on All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott it on the feeder, covering the seed. This seemed to work. Tbday, the heavy board was on the ground — broken. Did the opossum push it off? I suspect it was a raccoon. Am I responsible for the destruction of the robin ■ and her nest through the ground and no sign of the three naked young that hatched yesterday. The ground around the four-foot post was covered by rust-colored robin breast feathers; tail feathers were nearby. Tbe brooding female did not escape the predator that raided the nest sometime during the chill of night. How does one describe the sickening emotional jolt induced by such a sight? The first of the four eggs hatched sometime — maybe during the night — before 7:15 yesterday morning. I had discovered the nest soon after the first egg was deposited in the mud and straw nest, and anticipated photographing the adults feeding the young when they were older. The nest was at a perfect height for setting up a camera. The female carefully supervised the hatching yesterday. I could see her among the tangle of honeysuckle that gave the nest some protection. She perched at the edge of the nest and watched; on occasion she reached into her nest to do something with her bill. Eggs two and three hatched sometime yesterday. On my 6 p.m. check at the nest, I counted three tiny, vulnerable fragments of life covered with a bit of feather down. They were all head and abdomen; their eyes were not open. The adults had removed hatched shells of blue eggs. Leaving them in or under the next would have attracted predators. Something else drew a predator to the nest and the brooding female. It is known that predators follow the trails of warm blooded mammals for they lead to food. I am such a mammal. Had my repeated visits led the marauder to the nest? Was it the opossum that has been nightly raiding the platform feeder? My initial impulse was to blame this mammal; he or she is certainly persistent. During the winter I often went out at dark to drive the critter away. At first he stood his ground and opened his mouth at me; typical opossum behavior. Later he scurried to the ground and ran away at my approach. For several weeks now this opossum has been cleaning the feeder of sunflower seeds I put out at dusk for the cardinal’s early morning visit. Three or four weeks ago I discovered a heavy piece of wood in the garage. It was exactly the size of the feeder. At night I placed attracting the mammalian predator to the feeder so near the robin nest? Opossums are omnivorous mammals; they will eat anything though they are not known killers. I know they eat bird eggs and newly hatched young. My books tell me that. I don’t think the opossum killed the brooding female. A raccoon or a cat is a more likely candidate. I have frequently seen a great orange cat skulking around the yard and assume it is the pet left behind when a neighbor moved away. I was told that by another neighbor who deplored the negligence of the now-gone lady. A cat could have easily caught and killed the sleeping robin. Feral cats — those living off wildlife — do great damage to bird populations. Cats are unnatural predators; raccoons are a natural part of the world in which robins nest and raise their young. “Don’t confuse the fact of predation with the effect of predation,” wrote Dr. Clarence Cottam, a great conservationist and authority on wildlife. This man saved Padre Island in Texas from commercial development. He also saved the six remaining whooping cranes from the finality of extinction in the early 1960’s when the U.S. Air Force decided to test night flares for bombing practice on their winter grounds at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge in south Texas. He pulled political strings and halted the tests. He was a great man. Dr. Cottam’s words extended my understanding of the dynamics of wildlife populations those many years ago. I took no comfort in them this morning when I viewed the ruin of the robin nest. Maybe I will view this calamity with more detachment as the day wears on. I don’t count on it. When I was slipping into sleep last night, I happily matched words into sentences as a preliminary to writing this morning of my excitement in observing the robin and her hatching young. Instead, I have written of destruction. Or should I say predation? Have I confused “the fact of predation with the effect of predation?” Write John Trott at: P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va., 22747. SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. Panther Pause: RCPS briefs BY JAN MAKE LA Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • RCES fourth grade teacher, Mrs. Holly Propst, reported that the fourth grade students will be taking a field trip to Shenandoah National Park on Thursday, May 20 for a Habitats Workshop. • The RCES Spring Program “ How Does your Garden Grow?” will be presented at 7 p.m. in the RCES gym tori um. The program will feature the RCES Chorus, the RCES Band and the first grade students. Please make plans to attend. • Immediately before the Spring Program on May 20 there will be a PTO Open House in the cafeteria to acquaint parents with programs and committees sponsored by the organization. There are many opportunities to become involved in the PTO to help make RCES better for all of our students. Please come early and enjoy some refreshment. • On Friday, May 21 the K-3 students will be ^ i i * treated to a theatrical production of “Acropolis Now “ at 9:30 a.m. The 1 community is J always invited to ^ these activities. , • Parents, please don’t forget that May 21 is an early release day. For the safety of our children, please mark your calendars in case you need to make alternate child care arrangements. • May 21-22 the American Cancer Society’s “Relay for Life” will be held on the RCES grounds. Many of our students and staff members will be participating. We are proud that so many are supporting such a worthy cause. • On Sunday, May 23, from 5 to 6 p.m., we will be setting up and decorating tables for the K-5 Science Fairs at RCES. If we have enough volunteers it should only take a short time to complete this task. Please consider volunteering your assistance. Questions? Call Jan Makela at 987-8259 or 937-5718. • DARE/Field Day will be on May 28. Miss Carol Nowakoski, RCES P.E. teacher, has many exciting track and field events planned during the DARE activities. Students enjoy these athletic events tremendously, and Miss Nowakoski needs our help in monitoring and running them safely, so that all of our students might have an enjoyable time. If you are able to volunteer, please call Jan Makela at 987-8259 or 937-5718. • Don’t forget that on May 31 the public schools will observe the Memorial Day holiday. Schools will be closed. • You will soon have two wonderful opportunities to enjoy the RCHS Chorus in action: • The Chorus will perform at the ACS “Relay for Life” on May 21 at RCES at 7 p.m. • The RCHS Choral Concert will be at RCHS on May 27 at 7 p.m. Please try to find time in your busy schedules to hear them at one of these events at least. • Yea! SOL tests are over ! Students and teachers have worked very hard this year at both schools preparing for these tests, SAT’s end of the year exams, and the assorted other tests used to assess student progress. • May 17-21 is Education Support Staff Appreciation Week! Who??? That would be teacher aides, office staff, nurses, bus drivers, cafeteria staff, and custodial and maintenance staff. These folks are invaluable in a school setting, and each of them helps to make our schools more inviting places for our students. If you or your child have been helped in any way by one of these staff members, please take a moment to say thank you next week (or any week). The term “unsung heroes” definitely applies here. • Planning for the Senior Banquet (for graduating senior) is nearly complete and the event will be taking place on May 23 at RCHS. Congratulations, seniors, k and thank you parent volL unteers for all the hard ■k work. • Mr. Jim rutrell, RCHS Guidance Counselor, is busily compiling a list of l all college accepI tances. Stay tuned. I We’ll report on " those very soon! This is such an exciting time for senior students. The ~ whole world sits before them, and with a little hard work and determination they should be able to accomplish great things! • Mr. Ned Bittinger’s visit to RCES last week was a giant success. Second grader Kerry LeVans, from Mrs. Kelly Estes’ home room, was selected in a random drawing to have her portrait drawn by Mr. Bittinger. What an honor! Many thanks to this wonderful artist for being a part of our Visiting Artist Program. • We are very grateful to the Rappahannock News for sponsoring The United States Air Force Heritage of America Band concert at RCES last week. The performance was incredible! Amanda Brown, RCHS Band member, was invited to perform with the Band as they played the Sousa march “Pride of the Wolverines”. This was an amazing opportunity for an amazing student musician. We are very proud of this promising student! Organizing Committee of TRASH FREE RAPPAHANNOCK invites all participants and supporters and their families to an AWARDS PICNIC Saturday, May 22 at the home of John Kiser. South on Rt. 231, left on 707, go one mile, right on Popham's Ford Rd., go to end of road. Watch for signs! 4 p.m., Into The Evening. Food Will Be Provided. Swimsuits Welcome. Bring Towel And Desserts If You Wish. Call 987-8445 for more info. Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: Rappahannock Subscription Rates By Rappahannock....*21.°° Elsewhere in the U.S.$27. Name Address City. State_ Zip Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sjppatiannocfc Nrut*, P.O. 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Box 59, Washington, Vuginia 22747._ OFFICIAL CALL Mass Meeting of the Rappahannock County Republican Committee As Chairman of the Rappahannock County Republican Committee, and pursuant of the Plan of Organization and as recommended anti directed by the Committee, I, Walter Longyear, do hereby issue this call for a Mass Meeting to be held on Wednesday, June 2, 1999 at the Rapjxihannoek County Courthouse starting at 7:30 p.m. for the following purposes: a. ) Nominating Republican candidates for the office of Board of Supervisors to l>e voted for in the General Election on Novemlter 2, 1999; b. ) For the transaction of such other business us may properly come before the mass meeting. Qualifications for Participation All legal and qualified voters of Rappahannock County imder the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, regardless of race, religion, national origin or sex, who are in accord with the principles of the Republican Party ami who, if requested, express in open meeting either orally or in writing as may Ik- required their intent to support all of its nominees for public office in the ensuing election, may ]>articipate as members of the Republican Party of Virginia in its mass meetings, party canvasses, conventions or primaries cnconi|>assing their respective election districts. \ No Registration Fee There is no registration fee to participate in this mass meeting. Paid for and authorized by the Rap|>uhuniiock County Rejmblican Committee, Walter Longyear, Chairman, 675-3679. _® CrossLink Quality & Reliability Full-Service Internet Access Serving the Mid-Atlantic With extended local dial access in VA, MD, Wash DC, W VA, DEL, NC, and PA Local Calls_Global Access Toll Free: 1-888-427-6775 N. VA & DC metro call: 703-642-1120 email: info@crosslink.net web: http://www.crosslink.net Wakefield Country Day School notes BY CONNIE LALONDE Admissions Coordinator • The results of the National French Exam are in and we are proud to announce that the following students received a . Certificate of Honor: Liz Williams, first year; Jason Manak, second year; Kate Prahlad third year; Yenan Boya, fifth year. Liz Williams was ranked 17th out of 248 students at her level in the Northern Virginia will perform. • It is time for our “little angels” to graduate. The preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten will hold graduation ceremonies on Monday, May 24 at 9 a.m. in the auditorium. Parents, grandparents, and friends are welcome to attend. Punch and cookies will be provided after the ceremony. • Congratulations to fifth grader, Joel Lucas and his sis Chapter. • On Friday, May 14 ter, eighth grader Rachel Lucas for taking part in WLDb athletes were honored at the 1998-99 Athletic Banquet. It was an entertaining evening taking a look back at this past year’s highlight. Athletes were recognized for their contributions to The Nationwide Heritage Children’s Choir Festival in Philadelphia, Pa. Their choir, the Blue Ridge Chorister’s of Shenandoah University placed second. their teams by receiving Coach Awards, Most Improved Player Awards, and Most Valuable Player Awards. • Our annual Plant Sale was a great success. Thanks to all who purchased and volunteered to help! A special thanks to Mrs. Joyce Hunt, Mrs. Iryna Woloshyn, Mrs. Donna Kevis, Mrs. Katherine Adams and Mrs. Laurie Carroll. • Our ballet students from grades pre-school through grade six gave a wonderful dancing revue this past Sunday. The performance had all the attendees rising to their feet in applause. • Everyone is cordially invited to a piano recital Sunday, May 23 at 3 p.m. in the auditorium. WCDS students who are piano pupils of Mrs. Amos and Mrs. Castellan r • An exciting field day is planned for Friday, May 21 beginning at 10:30 a.m. All students will be divided into two groups: Spartan or Athenian. The two groups will compete in various fun-filled activities throughout the day and the captain of the winning team will be crowned with a “laurel” wreath. Good luck, everyone! • The season has ended for our lacrosse and soccer teams and we are extremely proud of all our athletes. The lacrosse team finished the season with a record of eight wins and one loss and the girls’ soccer team finished their season with a 47-0 record. Mandee Judd, an 8th grader, has been selected to the DAC - All Conference First Teams. Thanks to all our athletes for another great year! >1 RESPECT 1 THE EARTH ...RECYCLE!

Vandalism tops crime report Sometime last week, an unknown person! s) broke into Bethel Baptist Church in Amissville and cut up nine choir robes valued at approximately $107 each. There are no signs of forced entry, and Rappahannock County Sheriff Larry Sherertz believes that the perpetrator used a credit card or similar device to get into the building. The scissors used in the incident were left on the premises. However, they contain multiple sets of fingerprints. No one at the church is suspected. Anyone with information regarding this case should contact the Sheriff’s Office. Larceny reported The Sheriff’s Office is investigating a grand larceny that was reported on May 10 in Chester Gap. Between $300 and $400 worth of meat was taken from an outbuilding on a private residence over a twoweek period. Traffic problems Rappahannock County had its share of problems on the roadways last week. • On the evening of May 12, the Sheriff’s Office received a complaint about some young men in a truck driving past The Inn at Little Washington. The truck reportedly ran a stop sign, and the passengers mooned some customers at The Inn. The truck was stopped by deputies, but no arrests were made since no witnesses came forth. An investigation is under way. • A resident reported that a driver was speeding, zig-zagging and squealing tires on U.S. 522 between Massie’s Corner and Flint Hill during the morning hours of May 10. There is a suspect in this case. • Virginia State Police responded to two separate accidents on May 15. The first occurred around 3:30 in the afternoon on Route 231 south of Sperryville. A Kenworth tractor driven by William Vanslyke, Jr. of Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune FOUND: This mailbox was discovered by a local resident at the end of his driveway on Horton Hollow Road in the Rock Mills area during the afternoon of May 10. Anyone with information concerning the owner of this mailbox is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office. Fredericksburg was parked partially in the highway. ' Another car tried to pass, which a Pontiac driven by Deborah Smith of Rochelle, Va swerved to avoid. She lost control, came back across the road and hit a fence owned by James W. Fletcher, III. Damage to the car was estimated at $2500. There were no injuries. Vanslyke has been charged with improper stopping on highway. • Just before 5 p.m. that same afternoon, Kit Kenny of Alexandria was driving his 1997 Honda motorcycle west from Sperryville on U.S. 211 when he went into a curve too sharply. The motorcycle went onto its side and slid into a 1995 Honda two-door driven by Margaret O’Brien of Laurel, Md. Damage to Ms. O’Brien’s car is estimated at $1000. Damage to the motorcycle is not known. Kenny, who was injured in the accident, has been charged with failure to drive on the right side of the road. Dumpster catches fire The trash dumps at Huntly caught fire around 3 p.m. on May 14. The cause is not known, but firefighters speculate that someone threw something hot, perhaps a cigarette, into the dumps. Fire companies from Washington, Flint Hill and Chester Gap responded to the blaze. The entire dumpster was on fire when firefighters arrived. But fortunately, the fire was contained quickly. Sheriff Sheretz enters mutual aid agreement with adjoining counties Rappahannock County Sheriff Larry Sherertz entered into a mutual aid agreement with Warren and Fauquier county sheriffs on May 12 at a meeting in Front Royal. Under the agreement, sheriffs may contact sheriffs in other jurisdictions for assistance with law enforcement matters - including but not limited to crowd control and criminal investigations - and relief from natural disasters, among other things. Assistance can be in the form of extra deputies, equipment and facilities, and other technical resources. Deputies who go into another jurisdiction under the agreement are empowered by that jurisdiction to act as officers of the law. They are also protected by the other jurisdiction from legal actions, such as lawsuits. The agreement does allow a sheriff to say no if a request from another county places his/her jurisdiction in jeopardy. For instance, if Sherertz did not have enough deputies or sufficient equipment to send into another county, then he could refuse a request for aid. Warren and Fauquier Counties could also say no to Rappahannock County under the same circumstances. The meeting was attended by sheriffs from eight counties: Rappahannock, Fauquier, Warren, Page, Clarke, Rockingham, Frederick and Shenandoah. Five separate agreements were signed between the counties. Flower and Vegetable Bedding Plants 89C/6 pack • Perennials • Herbs • Primrose • Azaleas • Rhododendrons • Pink & White Dogwoods • Redbuds Directions: From Sperryville, take Rt. 231 S for 12 miles turn left on 642, go 1.5 miles._ (540) 923-4381 Other than mutual-aid agreements that counties have with their individual towns, no such agreements are believed to exist within the state. D. 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Hall’s sponsor for this event was the Fauquier County Civil War Roundtable, established only last October by a group of Civil War buffs including Jim Flanagan, who serves as President, and Gary Wilson of Slate Mills, who serves as Vice President. The Roundtable meets monthly, generally in Warrenton, and hosts speakers and engages in discussions such as the upcoming June 14 discussion on tactics in the Civil War and the July discussion on the Stuart Horse Artillery. Jim Gannon’s interest in Rappahannock News Photo/Gerald Ochs BACK-IN-TIME: Clark B. Hall speaks about the Battle of Brandv Station. Civil War Days is sponsored by the Old Sperryville Bookshop, the Faith Mountain Company, and other Sperryville businesses, and will involve talk and book the Civil War extends well beyond the hosting of discussions, he recently published Irish Rebels, Confederate Tigers, the story of a Confederate regiment from New Orleans that was composed largely of Irish immigrants, is presently working on a Civil War novel, and has put together the first Sperryville Civil War Days event to be held on Memorial Day Weekend, May 29-30, 1999. Sperryville Robert J. Trout as J.E.B. Stuart signings by a dozen Civil War authors, a panel discussion on Rappahannock County in the War Between the States, and Civil War music by the Tuscarora Brass Band. Speakers and panelists include Jim Gannon; Robert J. Trout, a noted expert on an J.E.B. Stuart; and Mark Regan who will discuss Union and Confederate submarine warfare. 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Rebecca Metcalf to participate in national games Rebecca Metcalf, a junior on the Rappahannock High Soccer team, will take part in the inaugural United States Scholar-Athlete Games this June. She is one of an estimated 1600 scholar-athletes who will participating in the games, to be held June 26-July 2 at the University of Rhode Island and nearby in Newport, RI. The 1999 US games will continue a tradition started in 1993 with the first World Scholar-Athlete Games. Scholar-Athletes may participate in one of fourteen sports programs, including soccer. They will be randomly placed on teams with students from other states and will be guided by established coaches. Metcalfe, a junior honors student at the high school, plays fullback on the soccer team. She has won numerous academic and athletic awards. In her spare time, she is a member of the student council and a church youth group. Metcalfe also volunteers as a tutor and church sponsor. Wakefield students excel in languages Wakefield Country Day School was recently commended by the National Latin Exam committee for its “excellent instruction” of the classic languages. A number of Wakefield students performed well in recent exams. Among students from Rappahannock County, Stephen Dowell, Thomas Dowell, Christina Luke and Arlen Sherwood were awarded Silver, Maxima Cum Laude. Morgan Roach received Magna Cum Laude. David Riedel won an outstanding achievement award, and Sara Hathaway was awarded a special certificate of achievement. Wakefield students also excelled in the American Classical League’s National Mythology Exam. This exam tested students in grades three through eight in their knowledge of Greek and Financial Problems? 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The hands-on learning day was sponsored by the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD), whose mission is “To promote the stewardship of soil, water, and the conservation of our natural resources by educating and providing technical assistance to manage, protect, and enhance the land and water for the benefit and enjoyment of the citizens of Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock Counties.” Professionals from Rappahannock Conservation Council,, CSWCD, Virginia Department of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Virginia Cooperative Extension, and the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries participated in helping students appreciate the importance and diversity of the world they live in. Students attending from RCES were: Stuart Hensley, Josh Werner, Brittany Smith, John Letsen, Tommy Voorhies, Lindsay Neil Dore, Michael Heflin, Chris Starks, Vam Meredith and Katie Gil Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune READY TO PERFORM: Wendy Gillis plays the saxaphone at a rehearsal for this week’s talent show at the high school. Visual and performing arts show at high school BY LAURIE MARSHALL Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The theme of the visual and performing arts show at Rappahannock County High School on Saturday, May 22 is “The Light in the Dark”. Paintings, drawings, sculptures and assemblages will be on display starting at 6 p.m. The goal of the show is for the students to have an experience similar to showing in a professional gallery. For the first time, student artwork will be for sale. The proceeds will go to relief efforts for Kosovo, the students and the art department. The show will be hung Friday by 4 p.m. and purchases may be made on Friday until 6 p.m. At 7 p.m., the showcase of student performing talent will begin. The acts include bagpipes, poetry reading to saxophone and piano, a dramatic dialogue, vocals, original punk music, rollerblading, juggling, instrumental guitar and piano, folk music and a multi-media finale. Proceeds from the performance will go to Project Rainbow, a local foundation that helps families with life-threatening illnesses. Admission is $3 for students and $5 for adults. The art exhibit will take place in the common’s area and the hallways. The Talent Show will take place in the auditorium. The Perfect Gift ...Anytime UMMHSTK/ “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” tells the story of Rappahannock County and its people The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquincentennial year in the Rappahannock News plus stories of historical interest from past years. 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JV softball - District Champs By RHONDA JENKINS Coach Last Monday, the Rappahannock J.V. softball team hosted Manassas Park and won 18-2. The Panthers had a great day at the plate. Rachel Sharp went 4-4, Allyson Dodson went 2-3 and Amber Welch was 2-3. Manassas Park did not get a hit against Sharp, who was the winning pitcher. This is Rachel’s third'nohitter of the season. The Panthers hosted the Brentsville Tigers on Friday and won 6-4. The ladies knew coming i i that if we could beat Brentsville, we could win the district. We came out a little flat, and the Tigers went ahead 2-0 early on. The girls were a little nervous. They weren’t playing to win. So we called a quick team meeting to regroup. In the top of the seventh inning, Brentsville was up 4-3. Jessica Nawrocki scored to tie the game, then Amy Clinedinst and Alicia Jones walked. With two outs, Sharp hit a drive over the first baseman’s head to score both runners and win the game. The J.V. team ended the season 4-0 in the Bull Run District and 10-3 overall. Members of the district champs: Robyn Pivarnik, Amy Clinedinst, Rachel Sharp, Allyson Dodson, Amber Welch, Kate Powell, Jessica Nawrocki, Amanda Weakley, Alicia Jones, Eva Mills, Nicole McNeely, Stephanie Marlor. Managers: Ashleigh Burke, Ginny Caldwell; Coach - Rhonda Jenkins, Assistant Coach - Sharon Dodson. J Panthers fall to Mustangs By TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock High varsity baseball team battled back from an early deficit, but came up short against the George Mason Mustangs on May 11. When the evening was done, the Panthers were on the losing end of an 18-10 score. Ervin Phillips started on the mound for Rappahannock. He allowed only five hits and struck out six batters, but struggled with his control. Phillips hit two batters, walked seven and threw a number of pitches in the dirt. He left the mound with two outs in the top of the fourth and his team trailing 8-0. Rappahannock came alive offensively in the bottom of the inning, scoring seven runs behind the bat of Alex Baumgardner. Baumgardner led off the inning with a solo home run, and later drove in two runs with a double as the Panthers sent 11 batters to the plate in the inning. Chris Sealock, pitching in relief, managed to keep Rappahannock within striking distance through the sixth inning. In the fifth, Marc Russell scored on a one-out sacrifice fly by Sealock to close to within 10-8. On that play, John Sheffield was caught between first and second and thrown out, cutting the inning short. Baumgardner came through again in the sixth with a two-run homer, making the, score 12-10 Mustangs. George Mason, however, put the game away in the seventh. Sealock’s pitch count was getting high, and he started losing control of his breaking pitches. He gave up only two hits in the inning, but hit five batters. When the inning was over, the Mustangs had put six runs across. The Panthers went down in order in the bottom of the inning to put an end to the evening. Sealock gave up six hits, struck out four, and walked three through three and-athird innings. The Panthers defense committed five errors. The Panthers collected seven hits, led by Baumgardner’s 3-4 performance. Sealock was 1-2 with two walks. Kirk Davis collected two hits, and Russell had one hit. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Panthers’ loss on Friday ended their season at 2-4 in the Bull Run District and 3-14 overall. They began play in the district tournament May 18, but their game ended too late to be included in this week’s edition. Boys soccer finishes third The Rappahannock High Soccer team had mixed results last week. They started off with a 2-1 win at Manassas Park on May 11. Steven Torrance and Martin Castillo scored for the Panthers. On May 13, Rappahannock hosted George Mason and came away with a 2-2 tie. Steven Torrance scored both goals for the home team. The next night, the Panthers hosted Brentsville and came up on the losing end of a 1-0 final score. The Tigers scored a late goal to pull out the win. The Panthers start the Bull Run District Tournament on May 18 as the number three seed. They play at Brentsville, and with a win would play in the district final on May 21. Rapp U-12 soccer rolls on The U-12 Rapp 2 “Firebirds” continue to be fired up as they remain undefeated through five games. On May 15, the team faced off against Culpeper D at Rappahannock High School. The Firebirds never let up after the opening kickoff with aggressive defense, teamwork and excellent passing. They led 2-0 at half time. The warm weather did not have a negative effect on the Firebirds as they returned to the field stronger, determined to hold off Culpeper’s offense. The Firebirds shut out the visiting team in a 7-0 victory. After a three week break, the U-12 Rapp 1 team proved that they had been honing their skills in practice as they met up with the U-12 Culp A team at Rappahannock High School. Culp A’s offense kept the ball in motion, taking it to the goal several times. But Rapp’s defense and goalie were successful in protecting the net. Rapp led 3-0 at the half and came a way with a 4-1 win. Next Saturday, May 22, the Rapp 2 Firebirds travel to Sisk Field in Culpeper to play Culp A at 9 a.m. That same day, Rapp 1 has a doubleheader in Madison. Monarch* start season off right The Rappahannock Monarchs defeated Luray in their season opener. Brian Hackley led the offense with two singles and a home run. John Diggs picked up the win on the mound. Last week, the Monarchs defeated Winchester 6-3 at Rappahannock High School. Leading the offense once again was Hackley, with a home run and single. Diggs collected another win on the mound. On May 23 at 2 p.m., the Monarchs take on defending Apple Valley League champion Edinburgh at the high school. Come out and support your Rappahannock men’s baseball team. Flint Hill resident recognized at Cornell Sherry Hamill-Huff, Class of ‘73, was inducted into the Polo Wall of Fame at Cornell University on April 24 along with three men players. Ms. Hamill-Huff’s involvement with the game began her freshman year, when she discovered the Cornell Polo team after becoming disenchanted with the Equitation Program. Initially she was only a spectator, attending every Saturday night game between October and May. The team had an extremely successful season, and Ms. Hamill-Huff noticed that the school and local papers barely acknowledged their existence. After writing a letter protesting this state of affairs, she was contacted by the thenreporter who offered her his position as he was graduating. She accepted. The beginning of her second year at Cornell found Ms. Hamill-Huff immersing herself in the past and present of polo in order to be able to report accurately. Incidentally, she noticed that she rode at least as well as most of the players. Thus was bom the idea of trying out for the allmale team. The freshman coach ignored her presence all-together, and was heard to comment that he hoped she would go away. Head Coach Dr. Steve Roberts, however, allowed her to try out after the men had finished and told her she could “exercise the lame horses on Sunday mornings” after the Saturday night games. Figuring any “in” was better than none, Ms. HamillHuff did this and also attended every practice for the following three years, helping out any way she could. Soon she found herself schooling the green ponies and learning to referee. On the side she spent hours practicing hitting the ball off Pedro, a wooden horse with iron legs (unlike the real thing) as well as writing weekly pre- and post-game articles. During her junior year, two sisters and a friend transferred to Cornell and wanted to play Polo. “Doc” Roberts sent them to Ms. Hamill-Huff to start a women’s team assuming (and possibly hoping) that the spark would burn out. It didn’t. Despite having to overcome many obstacles including a huge lack of familiarity with playing team sports, having to practice at seven a.m. Sundays without the benefit of a coach and after having to work the Saturday night games and clean up after postgame parties, and paying twice the dues that the men paid, the women persevered. Ms. Hamill-Huff’s involvement with the men’s team and with reporting also continued unabated. The Fall of 1972 brought rumors of the formation of more women’s teams, specifically a strong Polo squad at Yale that actually practiced with the varsity men. Spring of 1973 saw the first ever women’s intercollegiate polo game. Cornell played at Yale, with Ms. Hamill-Huff captaining the Cornell side in an inspired but losing effort. Ms. Hamill-Huff graduated shortly thereafter, but the idea of women playing Polo was firmly established. The festivities on April 24 began with ten chukkes of Polo between alumni and students. That was followed by a banquet and the induction ceremonies. At the ceremony, Ms. Hamill-Huff was introduced and mildly roasted by the former freshman coach, and by a good friend and member of the men’s team. After graduation, Ms. Hamill-Huff worked the Polo circuit for a couple of years. She played in the first women’s games in Boca Raton, Florida and Potomac, Maryland. Since then, her path has taken her a little away from Polo. But she sustains her addiction to things equine by breaking and train ing, teaching, riding and hunting with the Old Dominion Hounds out of her small stabk in Flint Hill. Wakefield Country Day School at Huntly Preschool through 12th Grade^ ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN FOR THE 1999-2000 ACADEMIC YEAR • Challenging academics in structured classroom • Safe, supportive family atmosphere • Interscholastic sports in soccer, basketball, cross-country, volleyball and lacrosse • School bus service from seven surrounding counties • Graduates attending UVA, Bryn Mawr, Oxford, William & Mary, Lehigh, JMU, Columbia, VPI, Tulane, Harvard and others • AP courses in English, History, Language, Math, Science and Art • Average SAT scores over 1250 • Optional religion courses in all grades • Programs at all levels for art, drama, music, publications and travel • Affordable tuition and fees • Students active in Junior Classical League, Model UN, OAS, Debate, Chess, Science, and other clubs; enrichment courses • Fully accredited P. O. Box 739 Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 (540) 635-8555 WCDS does not discriminate in its admissions and hiring policies on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ethnic background, country of national origin or handicapped status. RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY, 1 1999 COMPARED WITH THE BUDGET FOR THE CURRENT YEAR This budget synopsis is prepared and published for informative and fiscal planning purposes only. The inclusion in the budget of any item or items does not constitute an obligation for commitment on the part of the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County to appropriate any funds for that item or purpose. There is no allocation or designation of any funds of the County for any purpose until there has first been an appropriation for that purpose by the Board of Supervisors. A hearing will be held by the Board of Supervisors on the budget for informative purposes at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on the 7th day of June, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at which time any citizen of the County shall have t'he right to attend and state his views. A budget for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 1999, will be adopted by the Board of Supervisors no later than July 1, 1999 and at least seven days following the hearing at which time the Board of Supervisors shall set tax rates for tax year 2000. REVENUE ESTIMATES GENERAL FUND From Locai Sources: General Property Tax Other Local Taxes Permits, Priv. A Licenses Fines A Forfeitures Use of Money A Property Charges for Services Miscellaneous Recovered Costs From Other Agencies Total General LIBRARY FUND From Local Sources: Fines A Forfeitures Use of Money or Property Miscellaneous From Commonwealth Interfund Transfers Total Library LAW LIBRARY FUND From Local Sources Fines A Forfeitures COMMUNICATIONS FUND From Local Sources: Telephone Tax SCHOOL FUND From Local Sources Charges for Services Miscellaneous Revenue From Other Agencies Interfund Transfers From Federal Govt. Total School SOLID WASTE ENT FUND From Local Sources. Interfund Transfers Fiscal Year 7/1/98 $5,386,975 712,025 69,400 30.000 157.500 45.750 24.500 125.500 1,437.815 $7,989,465 $2,000 14,320 1.600 23.403 57.335 $98,658 $750 $67,500 0 $ 97.998 2.462.929 4.469.219 272.786 $7,302,932 0 $265,000 Commencing 7/1/99 $5,694,090 813.000 73.400 30.500 90.000 58.250 24.500 129.500 1.480.385 $8,393,625 $2,500 17.373 1.900 28.036 59.055 $108,864 $750 $69,500 0 $225,356 2.640.129 4.536.935 310.813 $7,713,233 0 $265,000 Fiscal Year 7/1/98 FIRE SERVICES FIND S308.950 BALANCES. JUNE 30 1997 General S3.I57.700 Library 176,616 Law Library 800 Cafeteria 0 E-911 63.000 Total Balances S3.398.1 16 BALANCES. JULY I General Law Library Cafeteria F.-9I I 1997 S3.157.700 176.616 800 0 63.000 Total Balances S3.398.116 Fiscal Year EXPF-NDITURES 7/1/98 GENERAL FUND Board of Supervisors S41.827 County Administrator 124.048 County Attorney 30.795 Comm, of the Rev. 108,528 Board of Assessors 2.500 Land Use/Tax Relief 12.000 Treasurer 119.686 Elect Bd A Official* 57.786 Registrar 45,909 Circuit Court 9.650 Combined Dist. Cts. 5.415 Juv. Probation Service 69.072 Magistrate 4.875 Clerk of Circuit Court 48.226 Comm of Accounts 850 Commonwealth's Atty. 138,228 Sheriff 456.288 Fire A Rescue Sery. 0 Forestry Service 3.S88 Commencing 7/1 /99 $347,950 1998 $3,537,883 207; I 84 800 0 63.000 $3,808,867 1998 $3,537,883 207.184 800 0 63.000 $3,808,867 Commencing 7/1/99 $42,583 134.915 32.368 144.609 0 11.300 129.362 17.450 48.263 10,150 4.715 69.772 5.380 $2,587 1.815 147.608 476.306 0 3.588 Jail Building Insp A E-911 Animal Control Medical Examiner Emergency Services Refuse Collection Service County Landfill Independent Auditor Maintenance-Bldg/Grnds Health Mental Health Welfare Administration Public Assistance Comprehensive Services Community College Parks A Recreation Planning Commission Board of Zoning Appeals Public Utility Services Soil & W'ater Conserv. Extension A Com Ed. Interfund Transfers Total General OTHER FUNDS LIBRARY FUND Library Administration LAW LIBRARY FUND Books A Subscriptions COMMUNICATIONS FUND Public Safety SCHOOL RJND Operation Debt Service Interfund Transfers Total School 7/1/9 8 423.618 I 19.388 49.095 500 . 650 0 695.172 13.000 134.490 82.613 24.727 290.789 207.780 144.100 16.049 6.000 37.088 4.350 72.500 8.000 52.857 4.791.554 S8.453.6I I S98.658 S600 $105,000 S7.043.265 279.476 91.477 S7.414.2I8 $91,477 7/1/99 459.144 133.456 58.256 500 700 0 47 1,605 13.500 150.480 88.596 23.240 342.345 233.015 150.758 17.773 6.500 36.838 4.400 72.500 10.709 54.212 4.997.490 S8.658.787 SI 08.864 $600 $65,322 7.142.149 481.671 89.372 S7.7I3.233 $89,372 CAFETERIA FUND School Food Services Details of the above budget may be seen at the County Administrator’s Office. By Order of: RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS John W. McCarthy, County Administrator SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION 0 0 SOLID WASTE ENT. FUND $263,000 $273,500 FIRE SERVICES FUND $308,950 . $347,950 GRANDTOTAL $16,737,514 $17,385,627 Less Transfers Out 4.988.031 5,089^06 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $11,749,483 12.040.121 Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County intends to levy the following rates for the tax year 1999-00 per $100 assessed valuation: 1998-99 1999-00 Actual Proposed R. E. and Mobile Homes $0.80 $0 80 Real Estate (Fire Levy) 0.03 0 03 Tangible Personal Prop 3.10 3 10 Tangible P.P.(FireLevy) 0.20 0.20

-&appaf)annocfe JJetos— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Todd Fortune, Staff Writer Carl Eborn, Staff Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive 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 Our View Budget battles How does it affect the children? The School Board handed a budget to the Board of Supervisors that had passed through a rigorous internal and public review process. The net result of this process was a budget that included a local contribution that rose some 4.3 percent over last year’s. The lion’s share of the local contribution increase can be attributed to but a few major items: the Commonwealth-mandated teacher salary increase of 3.54 percent and the School Board’s decision to provide the same level of increase to other staff; the high school bond payment; high school roof repairs; and schools maintenance projects. The Board of Supervisors said yes to all but $128,000 of the proposed $7.8 million budget, an amount that equates to some $35 in additional taxes, if needed, for a $150,000 property. The Board of Supervisors also stressed the importance of roof repairs for the high school, coincidentally budgeted at $125,000. The School Board’s response was to reconcile the cut by eliminating the high school roof repairs. What gives? Are our School Board members and Supervisors simply playing politics at the expense of the school children? Has the School Board “struck back” by killing the Supervisor’s high priority in an attempt to reverse the funding cut? Are the Supervisors “getting even” for school budgets that have risen sharply over the past years or being overly sensitive to the prospect of tax increases in an election year? There is probably some truth to all, but Rappahannock should be pleased and proud of the dialogue and the arguments from both sides. The county has been blessed with hard-working and wellmeaning representatives in both the School Board and the Board of Supervisors, and all representatives appear faithful to their constituents and, especially, to the county’s children. There should always be arguments, the School Board is tasked with seeking the best and most costeffective education for the county’s children. The Supervisors for the effective and effi cient conduct ol county operations Sometimes their objectives may appear in conflict, but it is rare that they truly are. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Ebom Katie Baldwin and Kellie Baker of Sperryville, both two years old, play in a sandbox at Katie’s house. They talked about looking forward to the day when they would be old enounh to ride a school bus. The rest of us, of course, wish we could still play in the sandbox. Letters Character Virtues at RCHS to be commended The recognition by the faculty of the University of Virginia of the “Character Virtues” curriculum now in place in the Rappahannock County High School illustrates how a needed body of work can spread; this is surely cause for celebration. Creating a curriculum that included the ethics found in religious teaching without violating the rights of the nonreligious must have been a daunting task, and Jon Heddleston is to be commended for taking it on. Karen Armstrong, in her definitive book, The History of God, notes that both Christianity and Islam grew out of the roots of Jewish monotheism, but that these religions refashioned “the One God” to suit the social and political needs of their followers. In our country, we have attempted to meet those social and political needs through the law and through social programs, but they have been left to stand alone, without a core of religious belief. The law can attempt to effect compliance of behavior, but without the compliance of the heart, it cannot be completely successful, and while social programs can meet some of the needs of the lonely, the sick, and the poor, unless they are motivated by more than pragmatism, the “cracks through which people fall” are wide. The need, then, is for a form of agreed-upon belief, a sense of rightness for its own sake, that fills in the he gaps of ignorance. Gaps we cannot avoid because no one person in any one lifetime can discern that, at last, morality “works” and that even though one may be tempted to quick gain, and bad things happen to good people, living virtuously leads to a better life. For this, we need the sort of “because I said so” that comes from a body of consistently-taught, well thought out religious, philosophic, and ethical knowl- . edge. There are rich resources available, the folk-tales, the parables, the lessons of history, but without the authority of an enforced belief system, consensus is hard come by. It appears that Mr. Heddleston has achieved this consensus, at least in Rappahannock County. The attention of the University of Virginia bodes well for its wide acceptance. Marion Sherman Cincinnati, Ohio Fox hunting and quail I would like to respond to your editorial “Gun Play” and also to Robert Dennis’ letter to the editor “Suggestions for bringing back quail.” Before doing so, I want to thank you for publishing the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (DGIF) Regulation Coordinator Phillip Smith’s contact information. Phil Smith was very helpful in replying to questions that I had on the matter of fox hunting in Virginia. I would also add that I admire mounted foxhunters as well as enjoy quail and fox hunting with guns. Your editorial speculated that a decision to allow gun hunting of foxes would trigger “dire and irreversible” consequences and that “no one can say what effect the proposed changes in the gun hunting and trapping laws will have on the region.” As it turns out the board did not adopt the proposed regulation changes on fox hunting so current rules and regulations will prevail. Nevertheless, I feel that it is important that we better understand the impact of gun hunting on the fox population as well as the reasons behind low quail numbers. I agree with Robert Dennis’ position that DGIF “should not do anything to imperil fox hunting to the hounds.” The point that I don’t think has been properly appreciated is that according to the state “serious harm would not be done to the population” of foxes if gun hunting was once again allowed. If this is true, supporters of mounted fox hunting should not fear gun hunting of foxes. I also believe that Robert Dennis is correct in his assertion that clean farm ing, chemical use and pollution are more likely responsible for the decrease in game bird populations. Quail Unlimited’s (QU) web site http://www.qu.org/ is an excellent source of information. According to a QU quail mortality study only 28.3% of quail died of mammalian predation. The study did not provide further detail that would give us a figure for fox predation. Separate QU studies have also explores the negative impact of chemicals and habitat loss on quail populations. So, it would appear that while foxes have some impact on quail populations a healthy environment and proper habitat management are more important factors influencing overall numbers of quail. Bruce Vaughn Arlington From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News Down Memory 30 Years Ago Thursday, May 22,1969 Libby Snead was the winner of the 4-H Share-the-Fun contest held last Thursday night. Her recitation of “The Crooked-Mouth Family” netted her a scholarship to 4-H camp at Holiday Lake this summer. She is the daughter of Judge and Mrs. R.V. Snead of Washington. The Rappahannock County Garden Club flower show is scheduled for May 24 at the new fire hall in Sperryville. Mrs. Mary S. van Brederode, Mrs. C.H. Estes and Mrs. Ian Pryde try a variety of posies for an arrangement of the Williamsburg type for “Our Heritage” class. There will be educational, horticultural and artistic entries; classes for men and children, as well as garden clubs and garden clubbers. Over 250 Boy Scouts from the Shenrapawa District held a spring camporee at the farm of Tom Eastham near Flint Hill during the weekend. Thirty leaders directed the gyoup in the activities which included competitive games and achievements. The first annual “Birdie for the Blind” Golf Tournament was held Saturday, May 10 at South Wales Golf Course under the sponsorship of the Rappahannock Lions Club. Thirty-six Lions from nine Northern Virginia clubs competed for team and individual honors. Trophies for the tournament were provided by Rappahannock National Bank, Washington and Citizens National Bank, Flint Hill. 25 Years Ago Thursday, May 16, 1974 Honor students of the 1974 graduating class at Rappahannock County High School are Mary Moore Kilby, Cassandra Frye, Susan Latham and Robert Titchenell, in that order. Commencement for the 60 seniors will be held June 6 at the school. “The problems of starting a new business, so horribly aggravated by the unprecedented warm winter... caused the financial catastrophe in what was thought to be a wellfinanced operation.” This summing up of the financial difficulties of the Rappahannock Ski Corporation is contained in the minutes of a meeting of creditors held recently at the ski area. A series of unusually warm and snow-less winters has raised financial havoc with what is becoming a growing list of would be ski area operators in Rappahannock. Robert W. Smith of Utica, Mich, and his wife were overnight visitors recently of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Nethers of Sperryville. The two men were Army buddies in 1945 in Company E 175th Regiment of the 29th Division. They had not seen each other since mustering out of the Army. 10 Years Ago Thursday, May 18, 1989 Despite dire predictions of multiple casualties among motorcyclists hurtling down Route 211 at speeds in excess of 60 miles per hour, the Tour de Trump passed through Rappahannock County last Wednesday morning. Lane Reinhardt Lynch was appointed last Wednesday to fill the vacancy on Washington’s -Town Council created by the resignation of Nan Thomasson. The council also approved the county’s application for a variance for the proposed addition to the jail. It sought a variance from the zoning ordinance’s setback requirements so the addition could be built on the same line as the existing structure. A sign of the season is the wisteria blooming in Mrs. Mattie Ball Fletcher’s yard in Washington. Memorial Day weekend, May 27 and 28 will again bring thousands of visitors to Sperryville for the village’s annual Spring Festival. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday there will be carriage and pony rides, music and other entertainment, crafters demonstrating their art, a petty zoo and food from many Vendors along the town’s Main Street. —COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND Photo courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Out for “A Sunday Afternoon Ride” David Corbin and future wife, Hazel Proff on front seat and Max and Lois Doman on rear seat in June 1943. The horse’s name was “Closed".

Rick Nawrocki has an interesting hobby: ‘Trucksters” By TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer Driving onto the Nawrocki residence on Crossmolina Farm, you might think that you’re at a monster truck rally. But don’t worry, these vehicles won’t be used to crush anything. Building these machines is what Rick Nawrocki does for a hobby. “The kids call them trucksters,” said Nawrocki in a recent interview. Nawrocki admits that he hasn’t come up with a suitable name for his machines just yet. He built these cars because “I wanted to do something unique.” The white ‘truckster’ is the newer of the two Nawrocki has. It is about a year and-ahalf old. He spent approximately 18 months putting it together, working mostly nights and weekends. By day Nawrocki works as the manager at Crossmolina Farm, where he lives with his wife Sandi and two kids, Jessica and Mattie. He also has a welding business that he runs on the side. The Nawrocki family does have a “normal” vehicle: a Chevrolet mini-van. Rick, however, can be seen on occasion driving his white machine around Rappahannock County. And yes, it’s legal. Rick’s original ‘truckster , a gray one, was taken off the road a couple of years ago Rick Nawrocki because “I needed something bigger and better.” This machine was built in 1986, using the body of a 1967 Rambler - one of his first cars - and the chassis from a 1959 Dodge Stake Truck. Rick used it to haul his house trailer when he and his family moved from New York over 10 years ago. It still runs, but needs body work. Rick said that he plans to re-model it and then sell it. For the white ‘truckster’, he started with the chassis from a 1982 International CargoStar truck. It had been used as an inner-city mail truck in New York. Nawrocki shortened the frame about five feet and moved the axles. He found a 1984 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser in Culpeper to use for the body. Nawrocki proceeded to cut everything out from underneath the Oldsmobile with a torch. “That was the easy part,” said Nawrocki. The hard part was setting the body on the chassis. He had to make the car’s electrical system match the engine and chassis of the truck. As one might imagine, this was not an easy process. Nawrocki wanted to leave the interior the same. And he did, except for the automatic floor shifter. But after it was finished and he started driving it, he realized that he wanted more power. At that point, he took out the 7.3 International Diesel engine and completely overhauled a six-valve 53 Turbo Detroit Diesel motor. Nawrocki needed “major modifications” to set the new motor in the frame. This included a bigger transmission, rear end change, and bigger tires. Now he had the power and speed he wanted. Some interesting facts on his newer machine are: - It gets an estimated 12-14 miles per gallon. - It requires five gallons of oil, 10 gallons of antifreeze, RIDING TALL: The newest of the Nawrocki machines. and five and-a-half gallons of transmission fluid. - It uses four oil filters and two fuel filters. When asked what he would do when the white ‘truckster’ dies, he responded “I hope it will outlast me.” Photos by Todd Fortune As far as working on the body of the older machine, Rick is looking for someone who needs a summer project. Water authority holds monthly meeting By TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority held its monthly meeting on May 6. All five members were present. The treasurer’s report was presented by Carson Johnson. The authority currently has $11,456 in accounts receivable. With a few exceptions, all old billings have been paid. Expenses are presently in-line with the budget. They are also current on payroll. Daniel Keyser updated the authority on the status of plant operations. Tanks are being pumped as needed. There have been no recent overflows in the system, and the average water flow is approximately 20,000 gallons per day. There have been no problems reported with the system. The authority, howev er, approved a test for heavy metals as per state requirements. The only item of new business was a letter from Elizabeth Harris of Sperryville. She is unhappy with the rate that she is being charged, and sent in her current payment under protest. The house in question is a two-apartment duplex. Only one of the apartments is currently occupied. However, Ms. Harris recently opened a business in the house, which resulted in the rate increase. Johnson commented that the situation has been explained to her. The next water and sewer authority meeting is scheduled for June 3, at which time they are expected to address their budget for the next fiscal year. Tree identification workshop planned Any youth, ages 9-19 years old, who is interested in learning tree identification through the 4-H pro- fS gram under the expertise of Lyt ^ Wood, Consulting Forester and Arborist of wasmngton, snouia can ^j| the Extension Office at 675-3619 to sign up for this workshop. The workshop | will take place around the town of Washington after school, Tuesday, June 1. SHEMMDOAH jsummeir iviusk Theatre I Winchester, Virginia FOR RESERVATIONS 540-665-4569 Local transit service to receive federal grant In Richmond, Governor Gilmore announced on Monday that more than two million dollars will be distributed to eight transit program within the state. Among those agencies is the Rappahannock-Rapidan Planning District Commission (RRPDC), which will receive $134,175. RRPDC includes Rappahannock, Fauquier, Culpeper, Madison and Orange Counties. The awards are part of a program aimed at “moving people from welfare to work.” The funds will allow RRPDC to implement innovative approaches to providing transportation, brining together transit providers, community organizations, employers, planners, and others who have a stake in the success of welfare reform. The program, known as the “Job Access and Reverse Commute Grant Program”, was created by Congress last year as part of the Six Year Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century or TEA-21. The Virginia Department of Social Services estimates that the new grants will directly assist an estimated 6,000 Virginians currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). \ RESPECT / THE EARTH ..RECYCLE! Here’s your chance to get something of very little interest ‘ to you. The Fauquier Bank is celebrating its Auto Loan Jubilee, our annual, countrywide promotion featuring a car loan rate of only 7.29%*apr—up to a 60-month loan package—available at any Fauquier County dealer. Help boost local business, too. Everyone’s a winner when you buy in Fauquier County. Get a low interest loan on a new or used automobile (model year 1995-2000) from any Fauquier County auto dealer. To apply, have The Fauquier Bank or your dealer write up the loan. We want to make buying a car as easy as possible. Making Your Financial Life Easier Equal Opportunity Lender * Rate not subject to any other discounts and subject to change without notice. IWn payment amount may vary. SAMPLE: Loan aminint $10,000 at 7.29% APR Months of term: 60 Monthly payment: $ 199.38 The Fauquier Bank D1CInsured f Let’s ^Celebrate! It’s the 3rd ^ annual county-wide1 Auto Loan Jubilee sponsored by The Fauquier Rank.

McCarty disappointed in Gov. Gilmore’s signing of Bill 2324 By John Toler Rappahannock News Staff Writer “Disappointed” is the word used by Rappahannock County Administrator John McCarthy, in describing Gov. Jim Gilmore’s recent signing of House Bill 2324. The legislation — aimed primarily at Fauquier County’s special exception process, used in residential rezoning negotiations — will affect Rappahannock County as well. The bill will become part of the state code on January 1, 2000. “We have activists who worked had for defeat of the bill, and they are very disappointed,” said McCarthy. And county leaders share their disappointment. “The Board of Supervisors is very unhappy that the General Assembly passed the law,” said McCarthy. “Our concern is that the legislators can be brought to heel by some outside (building) industry.” McCarthy noted that the use of the special exception — that usually involves a public hearing and some give-andtake — has not resulted in any applications being turned down. Holding hearings where neighbors could point out the effects new construction would have on their property has been helpful over the years, according to McCarthy. “It is a useful tool for getting all of the facts out,” said McCarthy. “And we would negotiate some design changes, if necessary.” “The argument that (the special exception) reduced numbers or stifled activity won’t wash, either,” he added. “And if we ever took over 90 days to approve an application, it was because it had other problems.” Although the Board of Supervisors has not met to discuss how to deal with the new law, McCarthy thinks that changes will probably include tightening up the subdivision ordinances. “Applicants will have to toe the line, so that some of the protection we need will still be there,” he said. Other changes that have been suggested include changing the density allowed “by right” from 25 acres to 50 acres, but McCarthy doesn’t think that’s likely. The effect of losing the special exception process in Fauquier is only now being measured. According to a report made public Tuesday, there are 8700 potential new homes currently requiring special exceptions that could be built without going through the process after January 1. Council From Page A1 The Council reviewed the request by Peter Kramer, forwarded by Zoning Administrator John McCarthy, for relief from a special use permit condition imposed in 1984. Kramer is seeking approval on an expansion of his offices, and wishes to eliminate the requirement for ten off-street parking places imposed fifteen years ago. According to Town Attorney Bennett, “in order to undo (an action), you need to go through the same procedure as used (to effect the action in the first place).” Accordingly, the Council voted to require a formal application for a modification to the special use permit, with the required public advertisement. The final action at the May meeting was a request by Mrs. Viguerie for one month during the summer without a Council meeting. Mayor Willis noted the issue for discussion at the June Town Council meeting. Hunt From Page A1 Those organizations benefiting from this year’s community cooperative efforts, in addition to those already mentioned, include: Woodville Baptist Church; Shiloh Baptist Church; RAWL; Girl Scout Troop 590; Chester Gap VFD; Rappahannock County Library; Rappahannock Animal Shelter; Rappahannock Healing Arts; Woodville Community Organization; Rappahannock H. S. Environmental Club; Rappahannock H.S. Track Team; Washington VFD; Rappahannock P.T.O.; Belle Meade Day Camp; and Rappahannock Livestock Club. Rappahannock News gift subscriptions are enjoyed 52 weeks a year. _Call 675-3338 to give one._ Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 May 19, 1999 Citizen of the Week Kelly Settle Home: Sperryville Occupation: Secretary/Bookkeeper and Assistant to the Athletic Director, Rappahannock High School Accomplishments: Mrs. Settle has been working at the high school for 11 years. In addition to her full-time position, she is involved in a number of extra curricular activities. She has been active in the D.A.R.E; program to keep student off drugs, and is the key person for coordinating the after-prom party, athletics banquet, and golf tournament to raise funds for the RCHS athletic department. Mrs. Settle was the sponsor for Students Against Drunk Driving for six years, and the cheerleading squad for five years. Mrs. Settle is also a consultant for Longaberger Basket Company. In addition, she works part-time for the county E-911 Coordinator. Kelly and her husband, State Trooper Gary Settle, have been married 15 years. Weekender Picks Beauty pageant at Chester Gap The Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department will sponsor a beauty pageant on May 22 at 6 p.m. at the Flint Hill fire hall. Categories will include: Wee-Miss 2-4; Tiny Miss 5-8; Pre-Teen 9-12; Junior Miss 13-15 and Miss 16-21. Girls living within a 50 miles radius of Chester Gap may compete. Practice and final registration will be held Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. at the Flint Hill fire hall. For more information call Karen Williams, 635-4673, Norma Settle, 635-5180 or Wendy Williams, 6356392. “How Does Your Garden Grow?” to be presented The entire first grade class at Rappahannock County Elementary School will present “How Does Your Garden Grow?” on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. at the RCES gym. The evening will also feature The RCES Band and the RCES Chorus and art work by first and second graders. The community is Benefit concert for Hospice set Hospice of the Rapidan will host a benefit concert by The Washington Mandolin Quintet on Saturday, May 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the hospice office in Culpeper. The Quintet will perform original musical arrangements on mandolin, mandola, mandocello, octave mandolin and guitar. A donation of $10 per person is requested. Seating for the performance is limited; reservations are encouraged. Call Hospice of the Rapidan, 8254840, during normal office hours. Chanting and learning with K Gangel BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Special Writer A mixed-up Martian from Mars, Came to earth for spaghetti in jars. As he zoomed down the street, A parade he did meet, With a king and three movie stars. Do not be surprised to come home from work and hear your child chanting this. Kathryn A.Gangel, a third grade teacher for Page County, has been writing poems for her students to read orally in unison, called “choral reading”. The poems reinforce reading, spelling, and memorization skills because they contain rhythm, rhyme, and repetition which act as learning tools for the students. And the kids love it. When Mrs. Gangel gives out quizzes about the contents of the “chant” the returned quizzes usually have lines from the poem written on the test. Due to the rhythm, rhyme and repetition, the child is able to memorize the chant and answer the question. Mrs. Gangel has put her poems into workbooks with puzzles, crosswords, fill in the blanks, patterns, secret codes, and illustrations, that give the children exercises to reinforce vocabulary, comprehension and spelling. Mrs. Gangel recalls the beginnings of choral reading in her classroom, “I found a poem for my class one day. We did a choral reading together, which the kids loved. I said I’d go get a book out of the library with more poems. They have to have rhythm and flow like a song. When I went to the library, I couldn’t any one selection of poems that was suitable for choral reading. So I wrote my own as I had promised the kids I would have one for tomorrow.” And this was the beginning for Mrs. Gangel, “I decided, here’s a niche. I already liked writing for fun, verse and short stories. I found a need for the poems. I wrote 28 poems. I was on a roll. The stuff I was doing for class became a book.” In 1995, the Wright Group published her first choral reading activities workbook, entitled “ Confetti: A Crazy, Corny Collection of Choral Reading Activities for the Classroom.” And now the sequel is coming out, entitled “Chuckle Chants, Choral and Shared Reading Activities.” Frank Schaffer Publications is putting the book out under their Fearon Teacher Aids division. Mrs. Gangel recalls, “The fun is in the creating. I like the writing part. I get up in the middle of the night, or pull over on the side of the road, or jump out of the shower when I have an idea, I have to write down. Animals and kids are usually my subjects, like a child sneaking under the beds for a present or homework getting ripped up in the dryer.” Mrs. Gangel remembers the origins of some of her poems, “A rap song come on in the living room and I just started doing my own to the theme of a rappin’ rabbit. My family thought I was nuts, but we all got a good chuckle out of it. Chuckling cheers the heart. That’s one of my beliefs. I had to write this one about the moody moon. A new moon is Photo by Lee Coghlan FUN FOR CHILDREN: Kathryn A. Gangel, top, a third grade teacher at Springfield Elementary school in Page County has just had the sequal to her 1995 choral reading activity workbook published by Frank Schaffer Publications. “Chuckle Chants”, right, is available at local teacher supply stores. totally gone in the sky. Even though the moon changes in appearance, it’s still there. Children thihk it disappear. I wrote this one about a trash can creature. The trash was overflowing at school. The trash turned into a creature when the teacher stepped on it and it swallowed her.” “My husband inspired a story. He asked me to write a poem about a saguaro (suh-GWAH-row) cactus. We had been traveling through Arizona and Northern Mexico. We were out there driving and he said, “Oh, you should write a poem about that.” In addition to giving her ideas about poems, Mrs. Gangel says her husband “did some of the rough sketches for the illustrations. He did the original idea for the cover of the book whichiCwas put there with the dedication. The first book didn’t have as many illustrations as I’d like. For the second book, I would supply a sample illustration, so that they would do more.” Mrs. Gangel explains the benefits of choral speaking, “No one person is up there trying to do it themselves. The plays are written for 40 kids at one time. We get the whole class up there. They speak chorally in parts. The parts are pretty much equal, so no one feels left out.” And the performance pressure is lessened by not having to memorize even, thing. If a child forgets a line or a phrase, someone else has got it covered. Gangel’s choral activities books are available in teacher supply and resource stores. She has seen one of her books at The Learning Tree in Culpeper. If the store does not have the book, chances are they will have the catalogue and can order it for you. Mrs. Gangel’s new book is currently listed in the 1999 New Product for Back-to-School which is put out by The Frank Schaffer Publications Family of Companies and will be listed in their new catalogue this year. Mrs. Gangel lives in Rappahannock with her husband in a house they decided to build from scratch five years ago. David Gangel is the Superintendent of the Rappahannock Public Schools. The school system does not allow spouses to work together in the same system, so Mrs. Gangel works in Luray at Springfield Elementary for Page County. She loves it and has been teaching there for ten years. FE11004 Ctmzti I toosiiwsj Ascites by Kathryn A. Gangel /Zy GtaMt 3-4 James Frederick Weaver “The Beautiful Maid of the Mill” comes to The Theatre The Smithsonian at Little Washington concert series at the Theatre at Washington, Va. presents a recital by baritone James Frederick Weaver and forte pianist Kenneth Slowik on Saturday, May 22 at 8 p.m. The program comprises Franz Schubert’s exquisite and much loved song cycle”The Beautiful Maid of the Mill” Die schone Mullerin. Slowik will play a beautifully crafted forte piano made by Thomas and Barbara Wolf of The Plains. He will provide introductions to the songs during the course of the program. The concert will mark the first appearance in Washington of baritone James Frederick Weaver, who enjoys an active career in North America and Europe. Since finishing his studies at Amsterdam’s Sweelink Conservatory with Max van Egmond, Weaver has sung with many groups on both continents. He is an acclaimed Bach specialist and is on the faculty of The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg. He has worked with some of the finest chamber music groups on both sides of the Atlantic, and has numerous recordings to his credit. Kenneth Slowik, artistic director of the period-instrument Chamber Music Program at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, is well known JU to Little Washington audiences. In addition to his keyboard appearances, for many years he has been known primarily as a cellist and viola da gamba player, particularly for his work with the Smithsonian Chamber Players, Castle Trio and Smithson String Quartet, and Axelrod String Quartet. Weaver and Slowik are frequent collaborators in music for voice and keyboard, but this concert will mark the first time they will be performing Die schone Mullerin in Virginia. The 20 songs which make up this celebrated song cycle present a touching story of ardent yet unrequited young love. Schubert’s fame was long limited to that of a songwriter, but much of his work was not even performed, yet alone published, until after his tragic death at the age of 31. He is said effectively to have established the German lied, or song, as a new art form in the 19th century. And it is generally agreed that his two song cycles, Die schone Mullerin and Winterreise have never been surpassed. Tickets for the performance at the Theatre at Washington on Saturday, May 22 at 8 p.m. are $14 with reservation, $15 at the door. Tickets for students 18 and under .are half price. Seating is reserved. Phone 540-675-1253 or send e-mail to TheatreVA@aol.com for reservations and information.

Church 1 : Activities Homecoming at Thornton s Gap Homecoming services will be held at Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church on Sunday, May 23 beginning at 10 a.m. Pastor Kirby Shenk will deliver the morning message, followed by dinner on the grounds. Rev. John Burke, pastor of Gid Brown Baptist will be preaching for the afternoon service. All are invited to attend this special day of services. 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. County Methodist services County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, May 23 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. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. New worship service begins New Hope Deliverance Ministry worship service will be held on Sunday, May 30 at 5 p.m. at the Washington fire hall. The community is welcome to attend. For more information call Minister Doris Fletcher at 675-1434. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Benefit hymn sing planned A benefit hymn sing for the late Rev. Harry Dorsey will be held May 21 at 7 p.m. at the Flint Hill Pentecostal Church. Jack Campbell is the pastor and invites all to attend. Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Women’s Day at Promise Land Shirley Grant, First Lady of First Baptist in Washington and Salem Baptist Church in Marshall will be speaking for the 10th annual Women’s Day service at Promise Land Baptist Church near Washington on Sunday, May 23 at 3 p.m. Lunch will be served immediately following the morning services. A cordial invitation is extended to everyone to attend. 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 Special Day scheduled Bethel Baptist Church Choir of Amissville is honoring Pearl Groves on June 5 at 6 p.m. The Carter Singers from Falls Church will be the guest singers for “Miss Pearl’s Day.” Refreshments will be served immediately following the program. Rev. Forrest Freeman is pastor and Deacon Sam Aylor is program chairman. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Youth to lead service On Sunday, May 23 at the 11 a.m. worship service the youth of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church will be in charge of the service. They will be presenting the music as well as the message of the hour. Mt. Lebanon is located on Route 522 north at the intersection of Route 626 at Scrabble. Pastor Dallas Smith and the congregation of Mt. Lebanon Baptist cordially invite to attend this service and other services at Mt. Lebanon. “We believe you will be impressed with the youth of our church and what they accomplish,” said a spokesperson. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III 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 Supply Pastor: Rev. John P. Oliver Jr. Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Woodville couple host England guests Weekend guests visitiftg with Mr. and Mrs. Ray Scherer from London, England were Dr. Christian Carritt, her son, Luke Skiff and Soko Jope of London and Figi. A birthday luncheon was given on Saturday for Flora Falls in Warrenton. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Falls of Dale City, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Falls of Gainesville, Frankie Early of Bealeton, Bernard Falls of Wood vi lie By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Crawford were Lillian Sykes, Brad, Missy, Thomas and Damien of Culpeper and Curtis and Katherine Crawford of Flint Hill. Friday and Saturday evening visitors of Die and Michele Burke and Walter were Tim, Debbie and Corey Culpeper, Tim and Edie Falls, Samantha and Robert and James and Myrtle Falls. Mr. and Mrs. Kinsey B. Wharton visited Mr. and Mrs. Doug Cumins, Jake, Joe and Julie in Centreville on Saturday. Their Sunday visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Atkins, Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Hitt and Nicholas of Sperryville and Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Atkins of Washington. Mrs. Louise O’Bannon’s Wednesday visitor and luncheon guest was her son, Dr. John O’Bannon of Richmond. Misty Hitt along with Tim and Edie Falls, Samantha and Robert had dinner at ChuChu’s Restaurant in Luray on Saturday evening. Richard, Rena and Dick Burke had lunch at the Golden Corral in Culpeper on Wednesday. Sunday visitors of Mrs. Audra Norman, John and Debbie Suche of Culpeper and Stuart, Stacey, Toby and Colby Gaines of Slate Mills. Sadie Norman spent the weekend with her aunt, Ruth Rosenberry in Front Royal. Tim and Debbie Norman went yard sale shopping in Centreville on Saturday. Visiting Mrs. June Clark this week were Rev. Alpheus Atkins, Wilson Burke, Billy and Nina Fox, Misty Hitt, Richard and Die Burke, Loring and Doris Kemp, Mark and Marie Kemp, Tim and Edie Falls, Samantha and Robert. Mrs. Clark’s address is Mont Vue Nursing Home, 30 Mont Vue Drive, Room 119-A, Luray, Va. 22835. Visiting hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Continue your prayers and keep up the cards and visits. These have played a major part in her recuperation thus far. This past Tuesday morning, Richard and Rena Burke became first-time grandparents. The pretty little bouncing baby boy weighed in at six pounds and 13 ounces. The proud parents, Die and Michele Burke named him Walter Milton after two of his great-grandfathers. Walter’s other grandparents are John and Debbie Suche of Culpeper. The maternal great-grandparents are John and Velma King Miser of Albion, Mich, and the late Edward and Elizabeth Suche of California. The paternal great-grandparents are the late Milton D. and Lizzie Heflin Norman and Walter M. and Bertha Nethers Burke of the Rock Mills and Five Forks area of Woodville. Happy birthday greetings are sent out to Lillie Mae and Johnny Johnson. They celebrated their days on May 11 and May 19. Please call Rena Burke at 987-8330 and leave your news items or messages on the answering machine if I am unable to pick up. I will return your calls as soon as possible. Feel free to call any time during the week through Monday morning prior to 10 o’clock. After that news items will be added to the following weeks paper. I again would like to thank each of you for your thoughtfulness in contributing news items to June’s Woodville column. Flint Hill families entertain, travel Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Hawkins of Fredericksburg were Tuesday visitors of the latter’s mother, Mrs. Edna Lillard. Elizabeth Welch spent Sunday with her friend, Vivian Hackney at the Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987*8136 Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The public is invited. The Flint Hill Volunteer Firemen will have their annual carnival July 21-24. They are seeking contestants for the honorary fire queen contest. If interested call Charlotte home ol her parents, Donn and Melody Hackney at Washington. Visiting Mrs. Mabel Lillard on Sunday were Danny Lillard of North Carolina, Jimmy Lillard, Michael and David Lillard, Tommy and Linda Lillard, Debra Moats and family, Diane Dellinger and family, Christine and Andy Arnold and Jean Lillard. They joined Judy Lillard and daughter Karen of Tempe, Ariz., who were spending a week with Mrs. Lillard. The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have worship service on Sunday, May 23 at 11 a.m. The public is welcome. Mrs. Mary Curtis returned home on Sunday after spending some time with Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Curtis and family in Tulsa, Okla. She attended her grandson, Josh Curtis’ graduation exercises. The Flint Hill United lummeyer at 635-8278. Our very own, Lindsay and Heidi Eastham from Rucker Farm invite you to come visit their cheese room at Archwood Greens Bams in The Plains on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. They will also open soon on Wednesdays in Olde Town Warrenton from 4 to 7 p.m. For more information call 675-3444. Flint Hill residents are reminded of the Relay for Life Friday and Saturday, May 21 and 22 at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Ester Settle has worked so hard to bring this special event to Rappahannock and we applaud her for these efforts and are indeed proud of her accomplishments in our Flint Hill community. For more information give her a call at 6753252 or better yet attend the Relay for Life in her honor. You will be glad you did. Garden Club to offer memorial scholarship The Rappahannock County Garden Club will once again offer the Francis J. Leonard Memorial Scholarship to a senior in Rappahannock County for the purpose of continuing his or her education. A grant of $1500 will be awarded to a student enrolling in a four year college or university. $1,000 will be given the first year with $500 in the second year. An applicant must be a resident of Rappahannock County, a member of this year’s graduating class (homeschooled or other schools), be accepted at an accredited foujc. year school, have a need for financial assistance and be recommended by three non-relative residents of Rappahannock County. Applications for the grant are available at the guidance department of the Rappahannock County High school or from Mrs. H.B. Wood, 987-8886. The deadline for returning the applications is May 24, 1999. 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. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) >25-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING” U. S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 The Measure You Give T What usually happens when we try to get by with something like “borrowing" a few minutes from the parking meter so we don't have to run out and insert another coin? More times than not the answer is a parking ticket amounting to a lot more than nickels. In any case, it's usually not worth taking a chance. These silent sentinels illustrate what the Bible tells us in Matthew 7:2..."and the measure you give will be the measure you get." Short and straight to the point, our Lord laid down a solid statement that still rules our life. Whether it be a measure of honesty, of time, of positivity, of energy; the list goes on., what we receive in the grand scheme of things is generally in proportion to what we have given. Visit your church or synagogue. The hour you give will provide returns for the whole week. Each week you worship you multiply your blessings Sunday Ephesians 5 l ?0 Monday Ephesians 5 10-20 Tuesday Romans 8:1-17 Wednesday Romans 6 13-39 Fnday Ezekiel 36:16-38 Saturday Joel 2 28 3 8 Scriptures Selected by The American Bible Society Copy's "I '•»» Keister WAams Newspaper Servces. P 0 Bo» 8005 Chartottesv.te V* 22906 r ■=] i ABERDEEN BARN Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (540) 825-1037 Jimmies Autg Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts 161 Saunders St. • Culpeper (540) 825-8030 The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds Rt 29 South • 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham BuMne 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House (540) 825-5888»Culpeper fiappahannoch News Your Premier Source of News for Rappahannock 675-3338 Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

Photos courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day, READY, SET, GROW AT CCLC: Master Gardener Roger Andrews and Child Care and Learning Center students prepare plants for flower garden. Students learn from Master Gardeners BY HAZEL ZINN-DAY 4-H Program Support Technician, Senior Master Gardeners, Roger Andrews and Doug McCabe, presented the Ready, Set, Grow project to the Child Care and Learning Center 4-H after school club recently. Students had the opportunity to learn about seeds, plants and vegetables. The presentation began with a slide show about different plants, animals and insects. The group then learned about various plants and seeds by being able to touch and smell different leaves and seeds. ' They also planted marigolds, zinnias, and sunflower seeds,, and they will establish a flower garden at their school to enjoy all summer long. We appreciate these volunteer Master Gardeners taking their time to teach the children of our community about Ready, Set and Grow. HOMEMADE: The 4-H junior Garden Club learned different ways herbs and spring flowers can taste good. The 4-Her’s made candied violets by using a mixture of egg whites and sugar. Then they made homemade biscuits with fresh herbs, lemon and garlic with a wonderful herb and garlic spread. Pictured is Osha Komdori and Jordan Lysaght working on their homemade biscuits. McNear earns membership Laura McNear, daughter of Richard and Jeanie McNear of Washington, was recently named as a new member into Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society at Lynchburg College, a private college in central Virginia enrolling 2,050 students in the professional, liberal arts and sciences, and graduate studies. Omicron Delta Kappa recognizes and encourages superior scholarship, leadership and exemplary character among college students, facul ty, staff, administrators and alumni. The society recognizes excellence in five areas: scholarship; athletics; campus and community service; social and religious activities, campus government; journalism, speech and the mass media; and the creative and performing arts. Membership is a mark of the highest distinction and honor. McNear, a 1996 graduate of Mercersburg High school, is a junior sports medicine major at Lynchburg College. Marriage License The following marriage license was issued during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office. Michael Carey Switzer, Viewtown and Dannielle Marie Averta, Ashbum. AmissviUe prepares for June carnival The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company’s carnival is set for June 2326. The parade is held on Thursday, June 24. Crowning of the Queen, Junior Miss and Little Miss will be on Friday evening. Drawings for the raffles will be held on Saturday. Contestants are still needed for the Queen, Junior Miss, and Little Miss. Call Sandi Carter at 937-4218 for information. The dinner, dance and auction scheduled for Saturday, May 22 for Ashlee Gooding had to be canceled. A yard sale is in the works to take the place of the dance. As you may have read from last week’s column, Ashlee is a second grader in Fauquier County’s Grace Miller Elementary School who has been battling leukemia for the last four years. She is currently undergoing extensive chemotherapy treatments and her medicine is costly. For more information, please contact Dana O’Donnell at 439-2057 or Susan Kraus at 937-3353. Happy birthday wishes are sent to Lisa Jones and Larry Oliver Sr., who share a birthday of May 19. Happy birthday wishes are also sent to Crystal Woolfolk who has a birthday on May 23. Crystal, we hope the folks at Cedar Lee appreciate our loss. Rappahannock and Amissvilte By GLENDA GUM Culpeper County Public Schools will be closed on May 31 for Memorial Day. The folks at First Baptist Church of Washington invites children and adults who are in need of free clothes to visit their Clothes Closet which will be open May 22 and 29 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Donations are welcome. The youth group from Amissville Baptist Church will participate in “Relay for Life” walk on May 21 and 22. Their theme is “A Light in the Darkness!” If you would like to help sponsor the group, please contact Rev. DeLong at 937-6159? Kady and I enjoyed a little jaunt to Augusta, W. Va. for a cookout at my uncle’s log cabin on Sunday while Randy worked. We had a great time visiting with relatives we don’t get to see very often and the day was perfect for a drive in the country. Thank you for leaving your news in the box at Hackley’s Store by noon on Sunday. Public school menus RCES Breakfast: Monday, May 24: Grilled cheese or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday, May 25: Cinnamon tasteries or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday, May 26: Bagel french toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Thursday, May 27: Hot cinnamon bun or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Friday, May 28: Yogurt toast, or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Lunch: Monday, May 24: Pepperoni pizza, power ball donut, choose two: green beans, choice of fruit. Tuesday, May 25: Chicken fryz, hot biscuit/butter, choose two: mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, chilled fruit. Wednesday, May 26:. Grilled ham and cheese, nacho’s/salsa, choose two: hash brown, choice of fruit. Thursday, May 27: Hamburger on bun or com dog, choose two: french fries, r cole slaw, chilled fruit. Friday, May 28: DARE DAY, Come by our booth, Dominio’s pizza, choose two: baby carrots/dip, fresh fruit. RCHS Monday, May 24: Pizza, onion rings, buttered succotash, homemade chocolate cake or cheeseburger on bun, onion rings and fruit. Tuesday, May 25: Pork barbecue, potato rounds, hot peach cobbler or grilled bam and cheese, potato rounds and fruit. Wednesday, May 26: Hot steak and cheese, curly fries, baked beans, homemade peanut butter cookie or chicken salad on bun, burritos/salsa. Thursday, May 27: Lasagna/beef, cheese, garden salad, cherry pixie pie, hot garlic bread or turkey sub/cheese, fries and fruit. Friday, May 28: Grilled ham and cheese, hash brown, chilled fruit, oatmeal cookie or pizza, hash brown and fruit. l RESPECT THE EARTH .RECYCLE! You’re invited to attend an OPEN HOUSE at * (&LOAm ^ ($t On Sunday, May 23 from 2 - 4:00 p.m. Gracious Living In A Caring Retirement Community * Private Apartments * 24 Hour Nursing Staff * No Entrance or Community Fees * Delicious Meals in an Elegant Setting * Social and Recreational Activities If you or a loved one would benefit from assisted living or Alzheimer’s care, you owe it to yourself to visit Winchester’s newest assisted living and Alzheimer’s care community. Please join us for light refreshments and a tour during our OPEN HOUSE. No appointment is necessary. The Willows at Meadow Branch 1881 Harvest Drive, Winchester, VA 22601 (540) 667-3000 Upcoming Events Bawkey family reunion set The family of William Claude and Fannie Cobb Bawkey would like to invite you to their family reunion on Sunday, May 23 at Rappahannock Park on US 211 near Washington. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Family and friends are invited. “Please bring a covered dish and join us,” said an organizer. Benefit car wash planned The Boys JV Basketball team will sponsor a car wash on Saturday, May 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the 211 Quicke Mart. The girls will sponsor the car wash on May 29, same time, same place. The charge is $5 per vehicle. For more information call Luther Stanley at 987-8277. Cancer discussion at Library The Rappahannock Unit of the American Cancer Society will host a program on Prostate Cancer at the Rappahannock Library at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 11. Dr. Nini Data, a well known and respected Urologist in Warrenton will present a discussion on the need for early detection and the different procedures which are used in treating this condition in adult men. This is important for men of all ages starting with early testing although the individual may not be aware there could be a problem with his health. Also, all women are invited to attend. Are you in need of clothes ? The First Baptist Church of Washington will present a Clothes Closet on Saturday, May 22 and Saturday, May 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., both days. The Clothes Closet will have all sizes from children to adult. Clothes are free, donations are accepted. Band concerts scheduled The Rappahannock High School Band will have a concert on June 1 at 7 p.m. at the high school auditorium. The Rappahannock Elementary School Band will have a concert on June 3 at 7 p.m. at the elementary school gym. Both concerts are free and open to the public. All are welcome. Sperryville sets carnival The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual carnival June 2-5. The parade will be held on Friday, June 4. Crowning of the queen will be Saturday evening. There will be prizes, games, rides, food and fun for the entire family all four evenings. Basketball camp at RCHS The third annual Rappahannock Basketball Camp will be held June 14-17 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School. During the week the players will participate in: Offensive/Defensive drills, lectures, 5 on 5 competition, 3 on 3 competition and individual competition. This will be a learning experience plus an enjoyable week of camp. Each player is responsible for bringing their own drink. The cost of camp is $60 (nonrefundable) and checks should be made payable to Luther Stanley. For more information call Mr. Stanley at 987-8277. Nature Camp scheduled The Rappahannock Nature Camp will be held June 28July 9 at Singing Creek near Sperryville. This is a day camp for girls and boys age eight to 14, devoted to the study and exploration of local natural history. Due to a delay in publicity, the deadline for registration has been extended until June 10. For information call Lyt Wood at 675-1088 or pick up a brochure at the Tree Works office in Washington next to the Rappahannock Extension Office. Contestants sought The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Company is seeking contestants for their annual Honorary Fire Queen Contest for this year’s carnival. Contestants will be selling tickets for a beanie baby raffle and a heifer raffle. The queen and runners up will receive savings bonds, flowers, tierras and sashes. If interested call Charlotte Tummeyer at 6358278. The carnival will be held July 21-24. Beekeepers to meet The Northern Piedmont Beekeepers Association will hold its May meeting at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 20 at the Culpeper Cooperative Extension Service building at the corner of Davis Street and South West Street, Culpeper. The program will feature Honey Extraction and Post-harvest Care. Call Kevin Lunsford at 439-0743. Amissville beauties sought Contestants are being sought for the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company’s Queen ages 14-20; Junior Miss ages 8-13 and Little Miss, ages 3-7 for this year’s carnival which will run from June 23-26. The winner will be determined by who sells the most tickets. The ladies will ride in the parade Thursday evening and the winner will be crowned Friday night. To register and/or receive tickets contact Sandi Carter at 937-4218. Youth quilting class to begin There will be a youth beginning quilting class at the Rappahannock Extension Office after school Monday, May 24 and June 7. Ellen Manson of the Yarn and More Shop located in Washington has graciously offered this wonderful opportunity. There may be a small cost for this once in a lifetime, fun workshop. This workshop is sponsored by 4H. Call the Extension Office at 675-3619 to register. Ragged Mountain activities set The following activities have been scheduled through Ragged Mountain Resource Center. More information may be obtained by calling Hunt Harris at 987-3366. Saturday, May 22: Hughes River Clean-up Project. Anyone interested in working together to clean the Hughes River from the Shenandoah National Park Boundary to the confluence with the Hazel River should contact Hunt Harris at 987-3366. This will be from early morning to late afternoon, and anyone participating is welcome to join the TFR party. Saturday, May 22: Trash Free Rappahannock ‘99 Party John Kiser will be hosting this year’s TFR party at his home at the end of Popham’s Ford Road off Rt. 707. Call John at 987-8445 if interested in attending or helping. Saturday, May 29: Trash Art Exhibit at Middle Street Gallery, May 29, 30 and 31. Call 675-3267 to enter. Basketball camp planned Final registration is now open for the Ten Star All Star Basketball Camp. Boys and girls ages 10-18 are eligible. Players are selected by invitation only. College basketball scholarships are possible for the most advanced players. For an evaluation form and camp locations call 704-3728610, anytime.

“Down Under” adventures from the Australia surrounds BY CHARLES WILSON, MD Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Editor’s Note: This is the second installation of the Wilson’s recent adventure. The Wilsons own Thistle Hill Bed and Breakfast and also Unique Catering Service. Our first few days in Australia were spent in Sydney. Marianne had booked a time share exchange for us starting on Friday (for one week) so we had booked three nights at the Holiday Inn Potts Point, Sydney. The rate was great, we got priority points and a breakfast buffet in the morning. What we didn’t know until we arrived was that it bordered on the Red Light District. ( Perhaps if we had been a little more sophisticated we would have understood what they meant when Holiday Inn advertised it as being in the “entertainment district.”) The hotel was great, and during the day the area boasted fine cafes etc. Night time was a little hectic. We ventured out, on foot, only once after dark, just too much “street” traffic to contend with. Our timeshare exchange was on Manly Beach just north of Sydney. (We own points in a time share plan here in the states. For $99 they exchanged a weeks worth for the apartment in Australia.) Manly has one of the most beautiful beaches in Australia. The area is divided into swimming and surfing areas; and if you saw the Bay Watch episode where they went to Australia to compete with other life guards, yes Australian life guards wear the “little hats” when they are on duty. We were told that Manly was most probably named by an early settler when he saw the “manly” aborigines on the landing beach. Our apartment was just one and half blocks from the shore, the wide sandy expanse was bordered by a sea wall where benches had been installed. The main street, known as “The Corso” is at least four lanes wide and has been transformed into a pedestrian way. It has changed very little in appearance since the turn of the century. Everywhere there were restaurants and cafes, all with “take away”. It appeared to us that the Australians did a lot of eating, but little cooking, at least in these more metropolitan areas. Everywhere people were walking “about” with their back packs and eating something, or carrying it with them. We have all been advised, “When in Rome, do as the Roman’s do,” so we did little food preparation. We ate late breakfasts, skipped lunch and joined the “take Laway” crowd for dinner. Our information on the exchange had —=^-5^5 advertised an out door swimming pool. That was more appealing to me than a sandy beach (Marianne prefers being by the seashore) When we went to the roof top, we found the pool’s dimensions to be 8’ long by 6’ wide. I tried it once, it reminded me of our hot tub. We had been warned about the undertow at the beaches and when the news announced two women had drowned, Marianne decided that sunbathing was good enough for her. The ferry left Manly hourly for Sydney, so we indulged in an afternoon boat ride. We sat on the sunny side of the boat, not too wise. It was hot, hot, hot! It was a lovely ride lasting almost an hour. We passed the famous Sydney Opera House and the great Sydney bridge. The bridge built in the 1930’s linked the city to the northern shore, it is arched and one can now IK take a climbing tour over it. It costs to be linked to other ' climbers like you were scaling a mountain. There is a railing with a fairly high / mesh / attached / to it, so / there i s bit disconcerting. As I mentioned in the first article on the trip, we went to the Blue Mountains. We had our misconceptions about Australia. The stories of the First Fleet of convicts in the late 18th century had focused on the difficulty of settling the outback, the heat and the problems of starting an agricultural community. Once peoVle traveled into the mountains they found a valley \that in size rivals the v Grand Canyon. It is green and lush, ^with fascinating rock ^formations. One has ,been named “ The ; Three Sisters” and local legend talks of an aborigine medicine man who had three l beautiful \ daughters he wanted to pro\ tect/prevent \ from marring into another tribe. He turned them into stone (temporarily) but then lost the t 1 e likelihood of falling. The tour was described to us in good detail by a member of an Elderhostel group we met. My knees and Marianne’s pathological fear of heights kept us land bound. We enjoyed sitting at a cafe at the foot of the bridge, having a light lunch and watching and watching as the adventurers made their way to the top. The views are astonishing, we are told. Marianne doesn’t mind driving, although being on the wrong side of the road was a “magic “ stick with which to return them to human form. Geologists say there were originally seven sandstone formations and that eventually all will wear away, one at a time. We also spent a day in the Hunter Valley, the premier wine country of Australia. We stopped at the visitors center and when a staff member saw my green shirt said, “So, you know Thistle Hill!” Marianne said, “Know it? We own it!” When he learned we were a Bed and Breakfast Inn in Virginia, he told us there was a Thistle Hill Guest house not far away. We had heard of a Thistle Hill Vineyard in an area known as Mudgee, but we didn’t have time to travel that far. A phone call determined the innkeepers were at home and we were invited to visit. We had a great time, got the grand tour and were introduced to a kangaroo living on the property. While basically wild, the 15 year old female known as Chloe, will come when called. We were close enough to feed her and have the pictures to prove it. Next on the trip, a four day stay in Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef and a longer stay in the metropolitan area of Sydney! Our recipe for this week, since asparagus season is here I’d like to share with you a breakfast treat from a California B&B Asparagus Quiche 1 cup shredded cheese (aged cheddar) 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup chopped asparagus 1/4 cup chopped leeks 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 12 large eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup whipping cream nutmeg and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease 10 inch by 12 inch pan. Spread cheese on bottom of pan and top with vegetables. Whisk together eggs, milk, cream, nutmeg and pepper. Pour over vegetables. Bake about 45 minutes. Makes 12 servings. Addie Swindler, 6, celebrates in style Addie Swindler, daughter of Jimmy and Beth Swindler celebrated her sixth birthday on Saturday with a party at her home. Family, friends and schoolmates joined in and Addie received lots of “Barbie” presents. Sincere sympathy is extended to the family of Dorothy Frye, who passed away on Sunday. Funeral services were held today at Culpeper with burial at Sperryville Cemetery. Homecoming services will be held at Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church on Sunday, May 23 beginning at 10 a.m. Pastor Kirby Shenk upto25%off Swimwear Sale SAVE ON THE HOTTEST STYLES FOR MISSES, JUNIORS AND CHILDREN 20-25% off AS MARKED. MISSES’ SWIMWEAR. Flattering one- and two-piece styles from It Figures!* Sirena, Jantzen* Body I.D.* and more! Excludes Greot Price swimwear and coverups. A. Minicheck swimdress by It Figures!* in sizes 8-16. Orig. 78.00, Sale 57.99 B. Colorblock tankini by It Figures!* in sizes 6-14. Orig. 57.00, Sate 41.99 C. Colorblock tri-splice suit by Body I D * in 10-18. Orig. 48.00, Sale 35.99 D. Colorblock rib highneck suit by Sirena in 6-18. Orig. 78.00. Sale 57.99 20-25% off AS MARKED. JUNK3R SWMWEAA EXCLUDES GREAT PfKCSm/MEM Save on styles by Surfside, Citrus, Sassafras, Mystic Bay and other names. E. ‘Magic Flower'by Island Soul in S-M-L. Orig 46.00. Sale 36.99 F. “Coney Island' by Island Soul in S-M-L. Orig. 54.00, Sale 42.99 Up to 25% off AS MARKED. ALL CHILDREN’S SWIMWEAR. Styles for boys and girls from Ocean Pacific! Concept Clothing Co ! River Trader Sport, Speedo* and more. G. Speedo* one-piece tie-dye suit in girls' 7-16. Orig 36.00. Sale 28.99 H. Ocean Pacific* 2-pc. tankini for girls'7-16. Orig. 38.00, Sale 29.99 Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Day! ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 LURAY SHOPPING CENTER • LURAY, VA • (540) 743-1110 • HOURS. MON.-FRI. 10-8; SAT. 9-8; SUN. 12:30-5:30 WARRENTON CENTER ■ WARRENTON, VA » (540) 347-1820 » HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 Sperryville By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 J will be preaching for the morning service, followed by dinner at the church. Rev. John Burke, pastor of Gid Brown will be preaching for the afternoon services. All are welcome to attend. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 23. Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor invites the public to attend. Several Sperryville businesses are preparing for special sales, etc. for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, May 29-31. Joseph LeSueur of Culpeper spent the weekend with his cousin, Tiffany Wayland at the home of her parents, Billy and Barbara Wayland. The Sperryville Gateway Committee will meet on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. at the Sperryville fire hall. Interested persons are invited to attend. Residents are reminded of the upcoming carnival which will be held June 2-5 at the Sperryville Fire Department grounds. Anyone with Sperryville news, birthday celebrations, social events or news of general interest is encouraged to give me a call to have it included in this column. NSDAR members met May 11 BY LOUISA GROGAN Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The Culpeper Minute Men Chapter, NSDAR, met on May 11 at the Brethren Church in Madison with the president, Mrs. George Bryson, presiding. The speaker for the afternoon, introduced by Mrs. Dan Shackelford was Mrs. Dorothy Bertron, who showed a number of antique sewing implements describing their use. She, also, had some samplers handmade in the 1800’s. Mrs. Dale Metzinger, delegate to the 108th Continental Congress held in Washington, D.C. in April, reported on the various events. The June 8 meeting is to be a bus trip to Mount Vernon to honor the 200th anniversary of the death of George Washington. For further information contact Mrs. Shackelford. Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338.

A. Brown honored to play with band Our granddaughter, Amanda Brown, daughter of Bobby and Sarah Brown was invited to play a selection of music with the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band last Thursday night at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. Amanda is a senior at Rappahannock High School and has been a drummer in the school band for seven years. Amanda was very excited about playing with the band. They presented her with a CD of their music. The Rappahannock County High School Band played in a two day competition recently at Liberty High School near Warrenton and Amanda came away with four medals which she proudly displays on her band uniform. The Rappahannock High School Band was in Williamsburg Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday they were in competition with three bands in their category and placed first and brought home a trophy. Mrs. D. C. Welling of Fairfax Station was a Tuesday guest of her mother, Mrs. Jean B. Moffett and together they visited Mrs. Moffett’s brother Edward Nelson Buxton at the President Madison Inn in Omage. Saturday overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz were Aldo D’Ottavio and a friend of Sioux City, Iowa. On Saturday evening they all had dinner at the Skyline Restaurant on the Skyline Drive. Aldo is a grandson of the Schultzs. Visitors Sunday of Mrs. Addie Keyser and Mrs. Virginia Cloud were Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill, Mrs. Marie Rutherford of Front Royal and Donald Keyser of Alexandria. Congratulations to Jimmy and Vickie Beatty of Point O’Woods, Front Royal, who will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on Monday, May 24. The last session of the Weigh Down class is on Wednesday night at 7 p.m. at the Washington Baptist Church. The Deacons of the Washington Baptist Church will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday night. Don’t forget the Relay for Life is this Friday and Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Saturday, May 21 and 22 at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. This is a first for Rappahannock so come join in and make a donation for a very worthy cause. Mrs. Juanita Settle and her sister, Mrs. Moretta Williams of San Jose, Calif, spent last week in Williamsburg at Elder Hostel. On Saturday evening Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clark of Manassas joined Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark and together they attended a reception at the Sperryville fire hall in honor of Mrs. Jean Dodson and Mrs. Betty Lou Walter, who recently graduated from Lord Fairfax Community College. Mrs. Barbara Gasiewicz of Bushwood, Md. was a weekend guest of Mrs. Alice Butler. Phil K. Butler and Judy Coveil of McLean were mar•ried on Saturday, May 15 at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church in McLean. Those attending the wedding were Mrs. Alice Butler, Mrs. Erma Jenkins, Jeff and Jean Butler, Rachael Berta, and Michael Beta, all of Washington. Also Miss Alicia Butler and Kevin McGuire of Vienna, Mrs. Barbara Gasiewicz of Bushwood, Md., Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley of Fredericksburg, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Butler of Gainesville and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Butler of Linden. Phil Butler is the son of Mrs. Alice Butler and the late Lewis Butler. Mrs. Ruth Clark and granddaughter, Bobbie Jo Brown had lunch and shopped in Culpeper on Sunday afternoon. A special thanks to the Rappahannock News for bringing the U. S. Air Force Heritage of America Band to Rappahannock Elementary School last Thursday night. It was a most enjoyable evening of music. Have a good week. It’s a girl! Daniel and Paula Dellinger of Castleton are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Kimberly Diane at Fair Oaks Hospital on April 23. Kimberly weighed seven pounds and 10 ounces and was 20 and one-half inches long. She was welcomed home by her big sister, Jennifer Nicole. Maternal grandparents are Thomas and Glenda Kidwell of Sandy Level. Paternal grandparents are Clyde and Evelyn Dellinger of Castleton. Especially proud greatgrandparents are George and Edna Kidwell of Amissville and Charles and Georgia Brewer of Eccles, W.Va. Recycle your newspapers at the Rappahannock landfill. [Zlfzou^tzh by Randy Minter BODY & SOUL As a new awareness of spiritual matters arises in a culture once preoccupied with scientific proof, it becomes increasingly evident that the body is largely a manifestation of the soul. Of course, there is nothing new in the notion that the body is steered by a spiritual rudder. Dr. Edward Bach wrote at the beginning of this century, “Disease is in essence the result of conflict between soul and mind. So long as our souls and personalities are in harmony all is joy and peace, happiness and health. It is when our personalities are led astray from the path laid down by the soul, either by our own worldly desires or by the persuasion‘of others, that a conflict arises”. Taking care of the heart is a lot harder than taking care of the body. But it is never too late to pay attention to what you want, and the loss of a loved one can be one such occasion that reorders one's priorities in a way more compatible with one's beliefs and devotions. At the Moser Funeral Home, you'll find that we listen well, which means we fulfill the needs of your family with both compassion and discretion. You can call us at 347-3431 (233 Broadview Avenue) 24 hours a day. “The human body is the best picture of the human soul.A - Ludwig Wittgenstein Obituaries Dorothy Frye County native Dorothy M. Woodard Frye, 82, of Sperryville died Sunday, May 16. Born in Rappahannock County on Feb. 17, 1917, she was the daughter of the late William “Jack” Jackson Woodard and Minnie Lee Clatterbuck Woodard. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Jackson Frye. She is survived by three children, Rudy Frye of Sperryville, Rena Mae Frye Dodson of Front Royal and Maynard E. Frye of Orange. Also surviving are two brothers, Maxwell Woodard and Silas Woodard Jr., both of Orange; one sister, Sarah Woodard Davis of Westchester, Pa.; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 19 at Found and Sons Chapel with Pastor Carl Menefee officiating. Interment followed at Sperryville Cemetery. Alvin Poe Sr. Born in county Alvin Boldridge Poe Sr., 77, of Winchester, died Thursday, May 13 at Winchester Medical Center. Funeral services were conducted May 15 at Enders and Shirley Funeral Home in Berryville by the Rev. Lynn Durbin. Burial was in Green Hill Cemetery in Berryville. He was bom March 6, 1922 in Rappahannock County, son of the late Oliver and Maffle Colvin Poe. He was a retired farmer and worked at Frederick County Landfill. He was the husband of the late Dorothy Allen Poe. Surviving are four daughters, Nancy Hottle of Stephens City, Robin Levi of Berryville, Phyllis Leake and Odessa Yowell, both of Winchester; three sons, David Poe of Winchester, Alvin Poe Jr. and Donald Poe, both of Berryville; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Evelyn Gray of Warrenton and Marie Koglin of Front Royal and four brothers, Louis Poe of Clifton, Everett Poe of Timberville, Edgar Poe and Ollie Poe, both of Warrenton. Pallbearers were Jerry McDonald, Eddie Deavers, Thomas Estep, James G. Ballenger, Joseph Revard and Windle Spindle. Gilbert Smedley Plumber Gilbert Lee Smedley, 56, of Front Royal died Monday, May 10 at his home. Funeral services were conducted May 13 at Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal by the Rev. Cecil Jones. Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery. Mr. Smedley was bom Sept. 5, 1942, in Warren County, son of Sudie Curry Smedley of Front Royal and the late Clarence William Smedley. He was a plumber for Marumsco Plumbing Company in Manassas for 22 years. He was a member of the Front Royal Church of Christ and attended Community Tabernacle Assembly of God Church in Front Royal. In addition to his mother, surviving are his wife, Yvonne Ferguson Smedley; a daughter, Donna Marie Sutphin of Flint Hill; two stepdaughters, Donna Marie Kidwell and Kimberly Dawn Wilson, both of Front Royal; two stepsons, Charles Edward Merchant and Anthony Dwayne Merchant, both of Front Royal; a granddaughter and eight step grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Betty Lillard and Ruth Stillwell, both of Front Royal and Mary Fogle of Chester Gap. Pallbearers were Tommy Jones, David Lillard, Todd Brown, Edward Lamb, Everett Ramey, John Smedley, Lawrence Chadwell and Charles Smedley. Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, Va. 22601. Mattie Corbin Retail clerk Mattie May Corbin, 94, of Culpeper died Tuesday, May 11 at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. She was born on June 6, 1904 in Neuse, N.C., a daughter of the late William Hubert Baucom and Audrey Apple Council Baucom. Mrs. Corbin was a retired retail clerk at Leggetts. Survivors include two daughters, Shirley Mae Hall and Audrey Delilah Lamar, both of Culpeper; one son, Bryan Lee Corbin Jr and his wife, Mae of Manassas Park; one sister, Audrey Baucom Phifer of Bethesda, Md.; seven grandchildren; 10 greatgrandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 15 at Clore-Geest Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. William Smith officiating. Burial was at Amissville Baptist Church Cemetery. CLORE-GEEST FUNERAL HOME 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 1-800-924-1266 A. Wayne English, John Noon Western, Kyle Morgan Gibbs - Funeral Directors Christopher C. Geest, Consultant Business & Service Directory Only $4.60per week fora 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline May 23 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd., Culpeper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday CLEANING MAID SERVICE ResidentialCommercial 5th Anniversary 10S discount on first cleaning Reasonable Prices Free Estimates 540-937-4247/540-837-5576 Cabinetmaker Gene Lyman Cabinetmaker Repairs • Refinishing • Restorations • Reproductions 540-987-8443 CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT . MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Service CPA Firm Washington, Virginia (540)675*2043 CHIMNEY CLEANING (Olbe <1 olune Chimney Sweeping Relining OOi 'fa-iAvuud Soviet Fully Insured , t6 1ftA>u StptnUMCe Bruce Vierling (540) 675-3508 EXCAVATING BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane. Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 Service Water, Utility, Drains Lines Footers & Culverts Dump Truck Gravel, Sand, Dirt Topsoil & Mulch Hauling Driveways 3ushhogging Mowing Landscaping Snow Removal NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL TODD BROWN FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Bart) Wire, American Wire, Chain Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail »» • f-1-*-JU. rnvwcy rtncing awhiipw auo Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-2688 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The Oie-Stop Shop tor compK* Home DecoKng Service Floor Cowmgi ‘Window Treatments Walpaper • jf/ Coven l UphoMtry nostoannai « commercial Rt 211 ArniMvWw.VA _937-5500_ 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 037627 A Joseph F. Keyset Building Construction Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 “Specializing in quality workmanship.” Gres Hutcheson T540J 622-2875 Class “A" Licensed And Insured EXCAVATING Keys Excavating & Landscaping We do it all! Free estimates Insured 540-987-9259 .EXCAVATING 4U< IlK customers are #J priority Maury Sutphin (540) 675-3429 374 Beii Venue Rd FWu Hdl. VA 22oi7 Vest's Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Truck Hauling, Ditch Digging, Culverts, Mowing, Eiusnhogging & Driveway Grading, Snow Retrieval 675-1117 Landscaping Flint Hill Nursery - Offering full service lawn maintenance - Comp tat* landscape design and installation Frsa Estimates 675-1005 or 675-3150 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (540) $47*3452 PAINTING Sp&c,fevcFfr' VinyT siding Interior & Exterior Painting rull service, experienced Gina Johnson 540-923-4652 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, VA 987-8555 PLUMBING ELECTRICAL pimvs Pumps & Waterheaters In-Stock Installation ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING Class A Certified Complete Line Water Soft Conditioners Free Estimates an ,\>ir HoHk 540-675-3249 Restaurants THE COUNTRY CAFE Mondfy-Ttuachy6amto9pjTi FridaySaturday8am.to9pjTL Sunday 8 am to 3 pm 675-1066 Take out Available SIGNS & CALLIGRAPHY PAVFTTE'S STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storage Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Sixes Available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer acess, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. (540) 341-7000 TAX PREPARATION SPEKKYV1IXE STORAGE CO. Safe Haaety Ktorapjc Residential ('uaaerelal Reasonable Rates S40/987-8507 M’I KKI Vll.I.i:. VA TELEVISION GREYSTONE TV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shack Dealer, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool A Roper Appliances 312 North Main St„ Madison (540) 948-2200 WOODSTOVES WOODSTOVES The largest selection in VA. Sierra, Jotul, Waterford, Hearthstone & Pellet Stoves ACME STOVE CO. 1329 E High Street CHARLOTTESVILLE (804) 971-6777

INDEX Rentals 000. Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condo 022. Rentals - House 033. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 044. Rentals - Mobile Home 055. Rentals - Room 066. Rentals - Shared Housing/Roomates 077. Rentals - Townhouse 080. Rentals - Office 088. Rentals - Wanted Vacation Places 090. Vacation - Rent 095. Vacation - Sale 099. Vacation - Wanted Residential Sales 100. For Sale By Owner 111. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 144 Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Townhouses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Real Estate 180. Commercial - Rent , 188. Commercial - Sale 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment & Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 236. Hay, Straw & Feed 240. Horses 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 256. Miscellaneous For Sale 260. Miscellaneous For Rent 261. Miscellaneous Wanted 262. Musical Instruments/Equipment 266. Office Equipment/Equipment 270. Penny-Pinchers 274. Pet Supplies/Sale/Service 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 286. Seasonal Sales Ploase refer to category you wish to use Free Me h'ndise 290. Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365 Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneour Services 395. Services Wanted . . . Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes . , „ , Legal Notices 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590. Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600.. Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630. Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640. Motorcycles 645. Off-Road/Unlicensed 650. Parts/Accessories 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. Vehicles Wanted Employment General Classified Legal Notices Real Estate Rentals/ Sales Automotive Use... nmmuniJv :ctorY FOR Bl SIXKSSl S, I) Pkofkssion.-ujs. NORTHERN VIRGINIA By Phone: Loudoun 703*777-1110 Loudoun 703-689-1260 Metro 703-444-4480 Fauquier 540-349-9577 Clarke 1-800-339-6267 Rappahannock 1-800-852-4797 By Fax: 703-689-1278 By Web: http://www.timespapers.cofn By Mail: Times Community Newspapers Classified Department, P.0. Box 3S9 Leesburg, VA 20176-3013 In Person: Stop by our offices located at: Loudoun Times-Mirror 9 East Market St., Leesburg, Virginia Eastern Loudoun Times 101 East Holly Ave., Suite 7 Sterling, Virginia Fairfax County Office 1760 Boston Parkway, Suite 411 Boston, Virginia Fauquier Times-Democrat 39 Culpeper St., Warrenton, Virginia Clarke Times-Courier 16 West Main St., Berryville, Virginia Rappahannock News Rappahannock News Building Washington, Virginia Employment Classified 4:00 p.m. Monday General Classified 5:00 p.m. Monday Legal Notices 5:00 p.m. Friday Your Cpmmunity Directory 12 Noon Friday Horse & Farm Directory _1:00 p.m. Monday EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations, or discrimination. Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline lor that issue At the time or placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement All errors must be reported by 3:00p.m. Monday following the date of publication The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objikfionabie in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. We Accept |» "1 ' ]|! 1 FLINT HILL, 2nd Ivl 1BR apt. Available 6-1. $350/mo No pets. Days 540-675-7171; evenings 540-675-3670 <n n Rwitalf Hotwa* V . .■:■■■ J WASHINGTON, VA: enjoy the views from this unique 1 BR home w/ huge great room, built in bookcases & priv. deck. Owner/ Broker $650/ mo. 540-6754901. ROOM TO RENT $400 + util, short term ok, sec. dpst & refs req, w/d, ac avl, 540-987-8248 /V;.!:!.!. If. gg Shared W Housing M/F to share 3 BR house, Ig screened porch W/D, cable, country setting, 5 min. east of Warrenton. $275/mo 540-347-1809 V_: - v ■" J WANTED TO BUY used farm tractors in running cond. or not running cond. 540-657-9910. Oaraga / Yard Ml* FRIDAY ONLY: 5/21, Rt. 640 (Battle Mountain Rd, Amissville) 1st drive on right, 8-2. Compulsive Shoppers Annual Sale. HUGE MULTI-FAMILY, 5/22, 8-3pm, rain or shine (Culpeper Christian School), 1810 Old Rixeyville Rd., Culpeper (behind Pizza Hut in res. area) Follow signs. r Uwn Garden N- ' : - ■■■'■ ■' > PEONIES & IRIS are now blooming at Country Flower Garden We have that special plant for your garden. Don’t miss out this year! We will be opening this Sat. and Sun., the 21th, & 22th from 10am5:00pm. Directions: Take 211 W. to Rt. 229, go left 8 miles to Rixeyville. Go right on 640, 5.9 miles, stay straight on Rt. 627, take right on River Garden Lane across from Rt. 744. 1 mile to Garden, or call 540-937-3080 Per tat* SADDLERY LIQUIDATORS Come See The Largest Tack Shop In the U.S.A. Everything for the horse and rider. Cheap! Cheap! Cheap! 6612 James Madison Highway. Junction of Rt. 15 and Rt. 66. Hey market, VA. 888-723-3554 273 FOR SALE LAB puppies, reasonably priced for placement in loving home 540-937-6156 r BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut. 703-2950678. FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 298 ' Lost LARGE BLACK 10MO old male black spots on tongue, 1 ear stands straight up, purple, blue & black collar, very friendly, answers to "Gimpy Stu”, missing about 1 mo. Please call 540-843-0540. 350 Business Services ] EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The one-slop shop for complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper Sbp Covers & Uphuisery Residential <& Commerical 937-5500 LOVING FAMILY LOCATED in Warrenton seeks live-in/out childcare in our home to care for 3 yr- 1 yr old boys. Call 540-3479968 STATE CERT, caregiver looking for sick/ elderly to care for in their home. Any hours. Good ref., 540-636-2717. A LOVING, childless couple seeking to adopt infant Willing to pay legal/med. expen. Call collect 540-349-9056 Wanted: Yards to mow, yard and tree work, mulching-Free estimates. Call 540-987-9440. '' SOS Automobiles QUALITY USED CAR AND TRUCK SPECIALS 1997 Geo Prizm 4 Dr Sedan, t 6L, 4 Cy! Auto. A C. 1 Owner, Factory Warranty 1995 Chev. Camaro - 3.8L, V6, Auto, T-tops, P/L, P/W, Alloys, Only 28K miles. 1995 Nissan XE P/U 4 Cyl 5 Spd AC Rear Slider Reg Cab, Clean 1994 Chev. Cavalier Z24 Coupe ■ 3 3L, V6. Auto. Sunroof. Loaded, 1 Owner Car Parts * Accessories Sonny’s Auto Parts Used parts for cats & trucks Some new parts Metis, transmescns& pars Instated (i purchased here) Over2,000 cars and trud<s at al times. We Buy & Set running cars and trucks CpmMn-Sa.96*aoeedSU\ Locaed Rt229,5 mbs past Creeper Hgh School 895-2571 Auctions s AUCTION Friday, May 21st at 5:30 p.m. at the gallery, RL 211, Amissville, VA GENERAL HOUSEHOLD All sorts of good, clean FURNITURE: Sofas, Chests, Tables, Bunk beds. Chairs/rockers, Desks, plus Glassware, Dinnerware, Pots, Pans, Lamps, Sewing machines. Trunks, Like-new chest freezer, etc. Plus a great big Box Lot Heaven full of surprises! COME SPEND A FUN EVENING WITH US! Bill Pavne Auctions. Inc. A* P.O. Box 178 • Amissville, VA 20106 * (540)937-4142 i/a af.*330 For odor photos, vtsrt our web site www.bpauctons com E-rmil bpaOMal wave net (-—> 605 Autombbll** v._ J 95 JEEP WRANGLER green w/ tan top, both hard top & soft top, two sets of wheels, gold rims, cd, sound bar, asking $10,000 540937-3148 Catina orChris TOYOTA LANDCRUISER, 1995 White, leather, loaded. Exc. cond 93K. $27,500 OBO. 540-675-1310, Call The Times Community Newspapers For All of Your Employment Advertising. 703-689-1260 Legal Notices TRUSTEE'S SALE OF ROUTE 1 BOX 78B A/K/A 5309 SPERRYVILLE PIKE Boston, Virginia Pursuant to the terms of a deed of trust dated October 20th, 1995 in the original principal amount of $125,650.00, recorded in the Clerk’s Office, Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia in Deed Book 0215 at page 0419, the property briefly described below will be offered for sale at public auction: Lot A-1, containing 5.944 acres, more or less, on U S. Route 522, near Round Hill, as the same is duly dedicated platted and recorded in Deed Book 182 at page 144; among the land records of Rappahannock County, Virginia, as more particularly described in the referenced Deed of Trust, (the “Property") The sale will take place on June 7, 1999 at 11:00 a m. at the main entrance to the building housing the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. Terms: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $8,000.00 is required of any bidder at the time of sale. Closing within fifteen (15) days of sale. Time is of the essence. Additional terms may be announced at sale. Purchaser to pay all closinq costs. Stephen B. Wood and Tonya R. Henderson, Substitute Trustees FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen B. Wood, Friedman & MacFadyen, P.A. 1601 Rolling Hills Drive, Richmond, Virginia 23229 Telephone: (804)-288-0088 Ref:# 16845 Ad dates: May 12, 1999, May 19, 1999, .May 26, 1999, June 2, 1999 #256019 WANT YOUR PHONE TO RING? ADVERTISE IN TODAY’S CLASSIFIED 1 -800-852-4797 Brand New Apartments One Moulh Kent . FREE.' 2 Bedrooms From $465 3 Bedrooms From $545 i' 't rjt■ 818,750 821,400 824,100 $26,750 $28,900 $31.050 CULPEPER COMMONS • l & J bedroom apartment homes • Fully equipped kitchens • Gas heating and hot water • Wall-to-wall carpeting • Walk in closets with linen shelving • Pool, clubhouse and fitness center • Private balconies/patios Directions: From Main Street, proceed to a right on James Madison Hwy, Left on Belle Ave. to a right on Spring Meadow Lane. Leasing office is on left. Located across from Wal-Mart. 1301 Spring Meadow Lane • Culpeper, VA 22701 Tel(540)829-8595 Fax (540)829-8596 Professionally Managed by LZHJ KSI Management Corp. KSI MAN* Legal Notices TRUSTEE'S SALE OF 20 SNOW LANE Chester Gap Virginia Pursuant to the terms of a deed of trust dated November 30th, 1995 in the original principal amount of $76,000.00, recorded in the Clerk's Office, Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia in Deed Book 216 at Page 272, the property briefly described below will be offered for sale at public auction: Lot 7F, Skyverge Estates Subdivision, as the same is duly dedicated platted and recorded in Plat Book 61 at page 203; among the land records of Rappahannock County, Virginia, as more particularly described in the referenced Deed of Trust, (the "Property”) The sale will take place on June 7, 1999 at 11:00 a m. at the main entrance to the building housing the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. Terms: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $5,000.00 is required of any bidder at the time of sale. Closing within fifteen (15) days of sale. Time is of the essence. Additional terms may be announced at sale. Purchaser to pay all closing costs. Stephen B. Wood and Tonya R. Henderson, Substitute Trustees FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen B. Wood, Friedman & MacFadyen, P.A. 1601 Rolling Hills Drive, Richmond, Virginia 23229 Telephone: (804)-288-0088 Ref:# 14646 Ad dates: May 12, 1999, May 19, 1999 #256343 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 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, June 7, 1999 at 7:00 pm in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE *99-04-05 Elizabeth Lee Harris, owner of 36.17 acres in Piedmont District, zoned “A” Agricultural (Tax Map 37, Parcel 21-G), desires to use this property as a conference center/resort with 15 platform campsites, a lodge with four (4) guest rooms, and future plans for a pool. Use allowed under Section 170-36(D) of the Rappahannock County Code; additional standards in Section 170-65(N). Property had been previously permitted (but not developed) as a campground under previous regulations A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, May 19, 1999 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 5/5, 5/12 A 5/19/99 #255920 Early Deadlines Due to the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, Times Community Newspapers offices will be closed Monday, May 31. All advertising deadlines will be moved up one business day earlier for the June 2 and June 3 issues. Memorial Day Deadlines Employment Classified: 4 p.m. Friday General Classified: 5 p.m. Friday Legal Notices: 5 p.m. Thursday Your Community Directory: Noon Thursday Horse & Farm Directory: 1 p.m. Friday

fTVn RAPPAHANNOCK - RAPIDAN >JiHik. COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board is experiencing growth in it’s residential services programs for disabled adults. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis for Residential Counselor positions to provide direct care work for consumers in group home settings. Positions allow for flexible schedules, including evening and weekends, and opportunities for growth and expansion. Associates or equivalent experience. Eligible for full benefits package at hire. Agency application required. (540) 825-3100 EEO/AA. ^ niiNirun Over 800 Stores Coast to Coast NEED EXTRA MONEY $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ We have FT and PT positions available Excellent for College or High School Students Please apply in person 619 Frost Avenue, Warrenton, VA 540-341 -4346 Fax 540-341 -4349 Equal Opportunity Employer This Could be YOUR AD! Call 777-1110 f->1 Le gal Notices i- .> PUBLIC NOTICE REISSUANCE OF A VPDES PERMIT TO DISCHARGE TO STATE WATERS AND STATE CERTIFICATION UNDER THE STATE WATER CONTROL LAW First Public Notice Issue Date: May 12, 1999 The State Water Control Board has under consideration reissuance of the following Permit and State Certification: Permit No.: VA0064181 Name of Permittee: Rappahannock County School Board Facility Name: Rappahannock High School Facility Location: 12576 Lee Highway Permittee Address: 6 Schoolhouse Road Washington, VA 22747 Flow: 0.005 MGD Receiving Stream: Covington River, UT Basin: Rappahannock River Subbasin. None Section: 4 Class: III Special Standards: q, NEW-15 River Mile: 0.05 Total Number of Outfalls: 1 Discharge: Existing Municipal Discharge The proposed reissuance consists of establishing limits for flow, BOD5, TSS, pH, dissolved oxygen, total residual chlorination and dechlorination. This proposed reissuance is tentative. Proposed Effluent Limitations Flow (MGD): 0.005 MGD Monthly Average BOD5/cBOD5: 0.4 kg/d monthly average Total Suspended Solids: 0.4 kg/d monthly average pH (Standard Units) 6.0 minimum and 9.0 maximum Dissolved Oxygen 6.0 mg/I minimum Total Residual Chlorine: 0.19 mg/I maximum Fecal Coliform: 200 n/cml geometric mean The Department of Environmental Quality believes that the permit will protect water quality in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. On the basis of preliminary review and application of lawful standards and regulations, the State Water Control Board proposes to reissue the permit subject to certain conditions. Persons may comment in writing to the Department of Environmental Quality, Northern Virginia Regional Office, on the proposed reissuance of the permit within thirty (30) days from the date of the first notice. Comments shall include the name, address, and telephone number of the writer, and shall contain a complete, concise statement of the factual basis for the comments. Only those comments received within this period will be considered. The Deputy Director of the Department of the Department of Environmental Quality may decide to hold a public hearing if public response is significant. Requests for public hearings shall state the reason why a hearing is requested, the nature of the issues proposed to be raised in the public hearing and a brief explanation of how the requester’s interests would be directly and adversely affected by the proposed permit action. All pertinent information is on file and may be inspected, and arrangements made for copying by contacting Anna Tutnill at: Department of Environmental Quality Northern Virginia Regional Office 13901 Crown Court Woodbridge, VA22193 Telephone No. (703) 583-3837 . Following the comment period, the Chief Deputy Director will make a determination regarding the proposed reissuance. This determination will become effective, unless the Chief Deputy Director grants a public hearing. Due notice of any public hearing will be given. 5/12,5/19/99 #256743 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 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, June 7, 1999 at 7:00 pm in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE #90-Q4-Q3 Application by Wilhelmina Price, owner of 82.795 acres and 25.00 acres, known as Tax Map 50, Parcels 10 and 10A in Stonewall -Hawthorne District, zoned Agricultural and Conservation, desires to divide a 3.00 acre parcel from the 25.00 acre parcel. Balance to merge with 82.795 acre parcel creating a paroel of 104.795 acres. This parcel would be restricted to not more than three (3) divisions by deed of restriction. Allowed under Section 170-37 of the Rappahannock County Code. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, May 19, 1999 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 M, VI2 A 5/18/99 #255481 fuH Time ^ Employment V ....... J CONSTRUCTION Foreman, Equipment Operators + Laborers are needed for grade, utility and paving crews. Good wages and benefits. Call APAC-VA in Manassas 703-361 - 1005. E.O.E DENTAL/ ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT Full-Time position for motivated, bright, team oriented individual. Long term employment with excellent benefits. 540-347-1888 DRIVER OTR For regional flatbed exp. Call 540-937-4064 Earn summer $$$$ farm help-PT position avail for summer. Genl mowing, weedeating, fence repair on farm near Middleburg. Must be reliable & have own tranport. $8.00/ hr. Fax resume or letter of interest to 540687-4154. MECHANIC Small engine specialist with good customer skills. Must be self-motivated & have ability to manage a growing business. Excellent opportunity for the right person. Call Pete or Mike at 450-364-1548 Restaurant Now hiring Apply In person for: * Breakfast Cook/ grounds person, good pay, great hours, P/T (possible housing trade avail.) * Wait staff, exp. or will train The Bleu Rock Inn Sperryville, Va 540-987-3190 RESTAURANT Sous Chef and Line Cook for VA Country Inn. (Middleburg Area) Please Fax resume to: (540) 592-3781 NEED HELP 1 to2 hours per day training a dog in the Flint Hill area. Must be 14 yrs. old or older and love dogs. 6753091 Classified Has It! Call TODAY. 703-777-1110 II RESTAURANT p _NAPOIJON^ 1 Now hiring because of increased summer business!! • Line Cook • Wait Staff • Evening Hostess Full or Part-time, apply in person or call 347-4300 for appt. Napoleons Restaurant in Warrenton. FARM MANAGER Responsible, experienced, mature manager sought for busy 200+ acre estate/ farm in Middleburg/ The Plains area. Responsibilities include: Supervision of 3 FT employees, occasional PT employees, general mowing/ weedeating/ bushhogging & other general-maintenance, fence repair, operation & light repair of all farm equipment, supervision of repair & maintenance of tenant houses, snow clearance from farm roads, coordination of all equipment warranty work, feeding/ working with a small herd of cattle. Competitive salary offered. Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits and housing avail. Fax resume or letter outlining experience & including references to 540687-4154. THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON RESERVATIONS GIFT SHOP HOUSEKEEPING DISHWASHING We offer: $8.00/hour after successful completion of introductory period, on-the-job training, uniforms, meals, vacation, sick days, health insurance If you don’t mind hard work and nice surroundings call Anne at (800) 272-4466 or 540-675-3800 x46 The Inn at Little Washington Middle & Main Sts Washington, VA 22747 EOE RAPPAHANNOCK - R API DAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD APARTMENT LIVING RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR. #9094-02 (MHO 1 position in Culpeper supervising consumers with MHR &/or mental illness in day-to-day activities in apartment setting. Tues-Fri 2:30-10:00P.M. & 1:00-9:00P.M. Sat. B.S. degree or equiv. exp. RESIDENTIAL AIDE #9091-03. PT (18.75 hrs/wk) in Warrenton. Provide personal assistance consumers w/MR in day support program. Exp. In human svcs helpful. SA TECHNICIAN #9118-03. Hourly & on-call to monitor client activities, conduct drug screens & perform related tasks. Exp. in human services. SECRETARY I #9054-06. Hrty position, Mon - Thurs, 4:30pm - 8:30pm in Fauquier. Skill interacting with public, handling confidential data & WP 5.1. TRANSIT OPERATOR. #9103-03. On-call positions to transport consumers & deliver meals. Good driving record. APPLY WITH RRCSB APPLICATION BY 12:00 NOON, FRIDAY, MAY 28, 1999, TO HUMAN RESOURCES, PO BOX 1568, CULPEPER, VA 22701. (540)825-3100 TDD: (540)825-7391 EEO/AA ^aith(3<^ountain (Company If You Would like To Surround Yourself With Beautiful Things From Our Retail Store, We Have A Position For You. RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATES Must be customer oriented and love our merchandise. We sell upscale women’s clothing and gift items in our newly renovated retail store. Ideal candidates will have retail/sales experience, an outgoing personality, and enjoy interacting with customers. Fulltime, part time and weekend hours available. We offer competitive pay,, a clothing allowance, comprehensive training and a generous employee discount Applications being accepted through May 28st, 1999. Stop by to complete an application at our office at 12625 Lee Highway, Spenyville or fax your resume to Judy at (540) 987-7288 or e-mail us at hr@faithmountain.com An Equal Opportunity Employer Local gardening tips, advice BY KENNER P. LOVE Extension Agent, ANR Crop and Soil Sciences The following are local gardening tips from the Rappahannock County Extension Office. For additional information call the office at 675-3619. • Prune rhododendrons immediately after flowering. Old clusters should be 3322 Lockes Mill Road ■ Borryville, VA 22611 ■ camping on Shenandoah River ■ Canoe & Tube Rentals ■ Horseback Riding For reservations, call 540-955-4803 Peace of Mind... ...in Classic Style. The Dignified, Affordable Alternative • Elegant Assisted Living • Specialized Alzheimer's Care • Skilled Rehabilitation Service • Respite Care Marshall Manor 4248 Manor Drive • Post Office Box 749 Marshall, Virginia 20116 1-800-296-2273 (540) 364-1200 snapped off when partly dry, but remove with care in order not to decrease or prevent bloom next year. • When planting a new shade tree, consider whether it is messy or neat in appearance, weak or strong-wooded, and long or short lived. Resist the temptation to plant a fast growing, weak tree for quick shade. Some trees that are messy and weak-wooded include silver maple hybrid popular, mimosa, weeping willow, black cherry, and Eastern cottonwood. Better choices are Chinese elm, Japanese zelkova, pin oak, red maple, river birch, tulip poplar and willow oak. • Transplants become less stressed when they are set out on a cloudy, calm day. Unfortunately, gardeners may need to transplant when they have the time, regardless of the weather. Strong sun and wind are hard on new transplants, so set out plants in the late afternoon when the wind comes down and the plants have overnight to acclimate. Provide shade and wind protection with berry baskets, small crates, or screens. Mulching helps since it lowers the rate at which water evaporates from the soil and controls the soil temperature. • To control weeds in a garden: prevent weed seed germination, destroy weeds that sprout before they bear seed, and do not use mulches or compost contaminated with weed seeds. • To ensure pollination of sweet corn, plant several rows together in a block, rather than in one long row. Sidedress with 3 tablespoons of 1010-10 per 10 feet of row when 12 to 18 inches high. Keep well watered, especially from tasseling time to picking. Hill com plants by pushing a few inches of soil up around the base of the plants when they are fertilized. This provides stability, but take care not to disturb the roots or remove suckers. • Four to five layers of newspaper will serve as effective mulch in the garden. Cover it with sawdust or straw to reduce the white glare and prevent it from blowing away. Celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day! Wednesday, May 26, 1999 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Join others age 50 and up in Front Royal and Winchester for a day of fun and motivation! Bring a friend and learn how to build more activity and healthy habits into your life. Demos • Health and Fitness Info • Blood Pressure Checks Seated Massage • Free Lunch (see times below) Front Royal Parks & Recreation Youth Center Commerce Ave. & East 8th Sf. 10:00-1:00- Exercise, Yoga,Tai Chi demos 12:00-1:00 - Lunch (Call 636-0263 to reserve) 1:00 -2:00 - Flexercise with Marv Zentner Winchester War Memorial Building, Jim Barnett Park 1001 East Cork Street 10:00-11:00-Talk followed by Walk with MarvZentner 11:00-2:00 -Tai Chi, Water Fitness, Flexercise, Seated Yoga, Exercise, Square Dancing demos 11:30-12:30-Lunch (Call 545-4700 to reserve) Sponsored by: w. Valley HMlthSystem 2Efe PARKS & RECREATION c-H-£-,y Bus] ptnoocouKim i Clarke County ■Parksit Recreation SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY Program Briefings and Q&A Sessions: Thursday, June 3 - 6:30 pm Degree Completion Program Saturday, June 5 - 9:30 am (p/ease call to reserve your space) For the latest Information call: Bachelor of Management with a minor m Information Systems and Computer Technology! Program Highlights • Fall 1999 classes (weekend cohort program) • Individual attention • Technology-based program; laptop provided • Alternate week: Friday evening and Saturday classes • Financial aid available (Virginia residents may be eliglible for Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant) • Tuition, books, laptop, meals and all fees included in program cost At our lA)udoun Campus in Leesburg! Stanley E Harmon, Dean 703/777-7414 e-mail: dpavsek9su.edu on the web at: wrww.su.edu/bsb/ degrees ompletion /

Ashleigh Cannon home for summer Miss Ashleigh Cannon has returned home after completing her first year at Radford College. Ashleigh is the daughter of Jimmie and Martie Cannon. The monthly “Singing and Pickin Party” held at Salem fire Hall on Route 522 will take place Friday, May 21 beginning at 7 p.m. and the public is invited to attend. A good time of fellowship and great food prepared by the department is in store for those who attend. Company No. 16 of the Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue will hold their general monthly meeting tomorrow evening, Thursday at Bethel Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Call 547-3747 for any advanced information of the meeting. Last week was National Hospital Week and we are blessed to have close to our community the Culpeper Memorial Hospital, which recognizes needs and tries to meet them. Mrs. Henry Wharton and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were Tuesday afternoon guests of Mrs. Eunice Meade on Hash Lane. Prior to visiting Mrs. Meade they had attended the funeral of Mrs. Pullen in Culpeper and visiting Ms. Lucille Baylor, Mrs. Mary Weakley, Mrs. Rosie Jenkins and Mrs. Polly Corbin, all residents at Culpeper Health Care Center. Wedding anniversary wishes go out to Mr. and Mrs. Randy Norman who celebrate today. Birthday wishes ]to Andrew Clinedinst, who will reach his 17th on Monday, May 24. Mrs. Steve Butler adds another year on Tuesday and may our Lord bless each of you and may you enjoy many more. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mason of Sumter, S.C. were here for the weekend visiting relatives and coming especially for the American Cancer Walk; in which Mr. Mason, a cancer survivor participated. Our prayers go out for Buddy Whorton, who underwent surgery in Fauquier Hospital on Monday. Miss Kendra Hitt was a Saturday overnight guest of Jennifer Peregory. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Mills, ROSTON Boston By MARIE RATIONS 987-8802 Shirley, Rebecca and Mary, Joseph Peyton, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg, Kellie, Karla, Matthew and Mark were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Peregory and Mrs. Lucille Peregory in Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cave recently visited Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins in Sperryville. Cub master Joe Peregory spent the weekend at Camp Rock Enon attending the Father-Son camp. Quite a number of our area residents attended the 250th Anniversary Celebration in Culpeper Saturday. To the family of Mrs. Marie Plarr of Reva who passed away on Saturday, we extend our sympathy. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher of Turkey Ridge Road, Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville and Mrs. Michael Swindler of Culpeper were shoppers and dined at the Western Sizzlin’ before returning home. Our prayers continue upward for many in our surrounding community who are on the sick list. Mrs. Rosie Wharton of Culpeper recently spent some time with her sister, Miss Mary Tharp on Aaron Mountain Road. Belated birthday wishes go out to Ms. Marie Debutts who celebrated her day on Friday, May 14. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Bragg, Kellie, Karla, Matthew and Mark, Jason Grigsby and Joseph Peregory were at the Andrews Air Force Base on Saturday where they attended the Armed Forces Day Air Show. They had a most enjoyable day, but came home with tired bodies after the day long event. Deadline to report acreage planting is slated for June 1 Rappahannock and Culpeper county small grain producers are encouraged to report their planted acreages of wheat, barley, and otats to the Farm Service Agency Office. These reports are vital to participation in future programs such as Disaster Assistance Programs, Loan Deficiency Payments and certain aspects of the Production Flexibility Program. The deadline for reporting small grain acreages is June 1, 1999. All small grain producers should contact the Farm Service Agency Office at the new locations, 351 Lakeside Drive in Culpeper or by telephone at 825-4322. United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs and martial or familial status. Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office in Washington. Sandra J. Iten to Charles R. Shipman and wife, .493 acres, Wakefield District. $156,000. James B. Carter and wife to William L. Settle and wife, 2 acres, Jackson District. Deed of gift. Henry Alexander Thomas to Edwin Sherman Hartman Jr., 50 acres, parcel three, Walnut Grove Branch Subdivision, Hampton District. $300,000. Virginia W. Woodward to Thomas G. Taylor and wife, 36.485 acres, Piedmont District. $150,000. Philip T. O’Connor and wife to Sandra Elaine Panek, 3 acres, Jackson District. $78,900. Jerry L. Thomas and wife to Charles E. Grigsby Jr. and wife, 1.85811 acres, Piedmont District. $95,000. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Park Boundary and Broad Hollow Stream are features of these 10.1 wooded acres. $75,000 James W. Leake 987-8236 Bud Corder • John Eubank 675-3291 ® 987-8146 Combo Real Estate Advertising Rates Available Call for Information 675-3338 Two very nice homes, brick and siding, on two landscaped acres. Main home has three bedrooms, one and a half baths, fireplace, wrap porch and deck off master bedroom. Second home has two bedrooms, two baths and balcony. Large shop and separate office building. $220,000 A mountain cabin on 9.3 wooded acres. Long views. Two bedrooms, sleeping loft, one full bath, large family room and kitchen. Screened deck and open deck. Shed. $124,500 FEELING FIT AGAIN AND NEED LISTINGS. Rappahannock Realty Rt. 522, Flint Hill 22627 ® 540 675 3414 ® Rare Opportunity in Sperryville Three 5 acre lots, mountain views, one with pond, all perc. approved, easy access. All lots open, excellent for horses. Starting at $52; ill Shown by appt. only FOR SALE BY OWNER Steve Leake (540)923-4525 Page Realty Office: (540) 743-4850 ^ 1-800-868-4850 M - 1222 E. Main St.. Luray. VA 22835 RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY! Your horses and you will love this 12 acre farmette, barn, large brick Rambler and 3 bedroom tenant house. $275,000 Nancy Keyser-Bryant 778-5344 Eve. AD438 Buyers Of Real Estate Using a Buyer Broker assures you of getting the right piece of property or house, at the best terms and conditions. A Buyer Broker helps you determine true market value, and negotiates the best possible price, offering you the possibility of saving a substantial amount of money Butch Zindel was the first Broker to offer Buyer Representation in the County in 1990, and has been specializing in representing Buyers since. If you are thinking of buying land or home, you may want to consider Butch, a true Buyer Representative, for possibly the biggest investment of your life. The Buyer’s Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 butchz@summit. net BRICK RAMBLER Situated on approximately four and a half acres, over 1,700 square feet on a full finished basement, four bedrooms, two baths. Also 20'x24' detached garage. $199,000 OPTIONAL: 30x63' Morton shop/building, stream. All for only $298,000. Commercial zoning available, fronts US 211. FOR SALE BY OWNER Steve Leake (540) 923-4525 Flint Hill - Imagine this house with a 2 car attached garage and a fully finished walk-out basement. Then imagine a 1.2 acre hilltop setting with great country views. Now you nave it! This house is currently under construction on Rt. 522 in Flint Hill right across from Settles Grocery. $ 159,000. Also available! 1 acre lot (Lot #2) for $38,500 and a 5 acre lot (Lot #8) for $48,500. Washington Near town of Washington, 7.5 acre lot fenced on 3 sides, river frontage on Rush River. Mostly open pastureland with great elevated building sites. $75,000. Sperrvville Way up Gid Brown Hollow on Keyser Run Road, 53 acres with state road frontage, stream runs through property. About 5 acres of pasture and meadow. Mountain backdrop. Property goes to top of mountain. About as secluded as you can get and still drive out in a car. $185,500. Please call Sam Snead for these exclusive offerings. Office 540-635-9808, Home 540-987-9336. SAM SNEAD Broker, GRI, CRS, CRB 437-A South Royal Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630 ►40-635-9808 “YOUR COUNTRY CONNECTION" 1-800-292-3548 Full Time Professional (540) 987-9336 - Home - E-mail: samsnead@rma.edu Please visit w eb page on the internet at http://www. realtor, com/washingtondc/samsnead ' LEADING THE WAY IN SERVICES” Bluegrass returns to Graves’ Mountain The family-oriented festival in the foothills of the Blue Ridge will feature artists from six year old Ryan Holladay to veterans Ralph Stanley with his Clinch Mountain Boys and “Pop” Lewis and the Lewis Family. Grammy and IBMAaward winning bands and special reunion performances fall between the generations. T h e \ show starts at 4 p.m. on . Thursday, June 3 and will wrap up with an all-star jam about 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 5. The show start Friday at 2 p.m, and Saturday at 11 a.m. Field picking goes on all day and all night, with the exception of the designated quiet areas. Good rough camping and the tamous Graves Mountain Lodge food complement the superior talent, not to mention the stream where the children rcan play while parents can keep watch and still enjoy the shows. Tickets are available at $55 from Graves’ Mountain Lodge, 540-923-4231 or Mark Newton at 540-899-3870. Children under 12 are admitted free with a ticketed adult. Campers must have three-day tickets. Clark County, VA - Town of Millwood I Auction htld on site-May 21st-12 Noon I Registration - May 21st -11am I Property Preview Dates - May 8th, 11am- 4pm May 15th & 16th, 10am - 3pm I The property will be offered in 3 parcels & in combination (135 acres±) zoned agricultural Lot #19 53.25± acres Called other land of "Locksley Trust" Parcel #30-A-!9, pasture land. Pine and hardwood trees. Lot #5 41 ± acres Parcel #30-2-5 pasture land, paved road frontage - Hwy 723. Lot #6 41.91 ± acres Parcel #30-2-6,26 stables with office, Pole barn, 1080± sf Single Family Home, Arena. Directions: Located W. of Upperville, VA. Go W. on Hwy 50 (John Mosby Hwy) to 50 & 723, W. on 723 (Millwood Rd). Property is 7At mile from Hwy 50 & 723. Phone bidding available I E-MAIL 3 links agate.net or b CALL 1-888-343-1313 for brochure LLA Auction conducted by LLA Marketing Group (Group Gary Poulsen Broker lic#3004497 Natural by Design Handcrafted farmhouses, mountain homes, cottages & estates. I.<u h home we cleskjn is built to : |iow in heauu and apprec iate in value over penorations of ownership." Koix >i f \< hells VVrv»hin»\lon. Vit<jinia Rappahannock Doskjri c\" Building C ompany, Ltd. ...about 200 years behind the times 540-675-1966