Rappahannock News, May 26, 1999

122st Year... No. 21 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, MAY 26,1999 www.timespapers.com Wi w 50 cents Rapp Briefs Band scores big in Williamsburg The Rappahannock County High School Band competed with bands from New Hampshire and Virginia in a music festival in Williamsburg on May 15. The RCHS band brought home the first place trophy in their division. In addition, first place sectional trophy was awarded to the clarinet section, and a first place solo trophy was earned by Holly Long for her flute solo. Following the competition, the band toured Busch Gardens on Saturday and the Renaissance Fair in Fredericksburg on Sunday. You can hear this award winning band at their free concert, June 1 at the Rappahannock High School. See Photo, Page A8. - . . I ' Sperryville carnival days begin June 2 Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department will hold their annual carnival June 2-5. Wednesday and Thursday evenings will feature a special ride price. The parade will be held on Friday, June 4 beginning at 7 p.m. On Saturday evening the crowning of the queen will be held at 10 p.m. and the awarding of the grand prizes at 12 midnight. Rides are provided by Dean Amusements. There will be games, food and fun for the entire family each evening. For general information call 987-8124. For parade information call 675-2530. Tree identification workshop set Any youth, ages 9-f 19 years old, who is interested in learning j tree identification through the 4-H program under the expertise of Lyt Wood, Consulting Forester and Arborist of Washington, should call the Extension Office at 6753619 to sign up for this workshop. The workshop will take place around the town of Washington after school, Tuesday, June 1. County Democratic 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 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 Board of Supervisors meeting, Monday, Juno 7 at 2 and 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse. • Rappahannock School Board meeting, June 8 at 7:30 p.m. £t the RCES library. • Washington Town Council meeting, June 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall. Rappahannock News P.0. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) / A fence-sitting General Thomas J. "Stonewall” Jackson greets General Richard Taylor, on horseback Gallon, is one of many prints for sale at this weekend’s Sperryville Civil War Days. Photo courtesy of James P. Gannon in this Shenandoah Valley scene. The painting, by Dale, ^Rememhermg tJt|z teat gears Sperryville commemorates the bloody 1860s BY JAMES P. GANNON Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Imagine that today is July 6, 1862, and you are standing at the top of Chester Gap. Looking toward Front Royal, you see a long column of soldiers, horses, wagons and cannon winding slowly up the mountain road. You hear the creaking of wagon wheels, the clank of metal, the whinnying of horses, the tramping of thousands of feet in the dust. At the head of the column, the stars and stripes wave in the breeze. The soldiers all wear blue. It is the dreaded Yankee army, and this is the beginning of the invasion of Rappahannock County. The troops crossing Chester Gap are General Nathaniel P. Banks’ Second Corps of the Union Army of Virginia—two divisions of more than 10.000 men. Another Union troop column is approaching the county from the west, crossing the Blue Ridge at Thornton’s Gap, on the road to Sperryville. This is the First Corps of the Army of Virginia, under command of General Franz Sigel. Sigel’s column was even longer than that of Banks—250 wagons, 57 cannons, three infantry divisions totaling over 14.000 men. By July 11, all would be encamped in and around Sperryville and Woodville. Just imagine the impact if Rappahannock County today were invaded by 25,000 armed men, more than three times the county’s present population It would be overwhelming. And so it was in 1862. when Major General John Pope decided to assemble his newly formed Army of — Virginia in Rappahannock County, ropes army remained encamped in Rappahannock County for more than a month in 1862, disrupting life here as officers took over homes for their headquarters, soldiers camped in farm fields, and the Yankees enraged the local population by seizing horses, crops, and occasionally plundering homes. Rappahannock County has a much richer history in the War Between the States than many people realize. That important heritage will be commemorated this weekend in Sperryville Civil War Days, a twoday event featuring talks by Civil War authors, music of the 1860’s war years, and discussions by local authorities on how the war touched our county. The events will take place Saturday and Sunday at the Old Sperryville Bookshop and at Faith Mountain Company, sponsors of the free event that is open to the public. Ten authors of Civil War Books will discuss their works and sign copies Saturday at the bookshop, which is located in the former Episcopal Church on Main Street in Sperryville. The topics of their works range from famous generals and battles to the roles of the Irish in the Confederate army and the Germans in the Union army. One author, Robert J. Trout of Myerstown, Pa., not only writes books on Confederate Gen. J.E.B. Stuart, but he also portrays the famous cavalry commander, in full uniform. Another author, Mark Ragan of Edgewater, Md., is a submariner who has written a book on Civil War submarines and will display a model at the event. On Sunday, the music of the Civil War will come alive in the rich V sound of the Tascarora Brass, a 9 ^ piece brass band similar to the ole regimental bands of the armies ol that day. The uniformed band, which plays the old songs on the instruments of the period, will play at the bookshop at about 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., with a performance at the Faith Mountain store in between. Sunday’s program also will feature a discussion of the war in Rappahannock “ County. Dan Hitt of Goldvein, Va., author of “The Battle Mountain Affair” will discuss that fight, which occurred near the present-day Laurel Mills in July 1863. James R Gannon, owner of the bookshop, will present results of his research on the 1862 occupation of Rappahannock County by General Pope’s Union army. The organizers of the event hope that local residents who have family tales of the Civil War days in the county will attend the Sunday discussion and share their stories with the See REMEMBER, Page A8 Picture perfect Rappahannock News Photo/Cart Ebom Leon and Betty Hutcheson on their deck at Sunset Hills Farm surrounded by beautiful yellow Blaze roses with scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the background. Atkins running for Supervisor Jack Atkins says that he would like to “put something back into the county.” That is why he is running for Jackson District Supervisor. Atkins, a lifelong resident of Rappahannock County, should be familiar to many people. Despite his full-time job at VDOT, from which he is considering retirement in July after 34 years of service, he is very active in the community. Atkins works part-time on the family farm with his brother, which he has done his entire life. * He is a member of Amissville Baptist Church, where he currently serves as chairman of the Finance Committee. Atkins is an inactive deacon, and has previously served as a Sunday School teacher and Chairman of the Board. s Atkins is an active member of the Rappahannock County Fire and Rescue Association, as See ATKINS, Page A8

(S) wallowing in summer fun, no summer without swallows I’ve never understood the old saying, “One swallow does not make a summer.” The sight of one Barn Swallow dipping, diving and zooming through the air may not make a summer but it certainly proclaims one. A summer without Barn Swallows would be no summer at all. The old maxim about a lone swallow not making a summer may refer to the Purple Martin, also a swallow. The first martin of spring may be a “scout,” an individual ahead of the flock intent on checking out the situation to determine whether or not the gourds or nest boxes put up for them are safe for occupancy. The sight of one martin scout will make a summer for me as much as the arrival of one Barn Swallow. An airful of swallows certainly defines a summer. How wonderfully well evolution has served the Bam Swallow for zooming through the air at a speed once clocked at 46 miles an hour. They have long, pointed, swept All Things Wild And Wonderful iohn Trott back wings, streamlined bodies, and short bills that are wide at the base; a large gape, to use an ornithological term. Swallows dive through the air with mouths open, scooping up insects. Swallow legs are short and feet are small, just enough for the rare perching they do. The Barn Swallow is not only the epitome of aerial grace, but is a very beautiful bird with its back of a splendid steel blue. Underparts are cinnamon-reddish with a deepening of color on the throat. There is also a patch of rich russet on the bird’s forehead. All this is set off by the long, two-part tail, a true swallow-tailed bird. Like the fly-catching Phoebe, the Bam Swallow abandoned its traditional nesting place on cliff faces and in caves to build mud and straw nests in barns, sheds and, today, garages. To assume that this graceful bird prefers the company of man is not quite true. It is not so much companionship with man as it is the abundant supply of flying insects man and his livestock attract. The Bam Swallow not only snaps up house flies,‘it also eats horseflies and mosquitoes. Any insect that flies is acceptable as food by the Barn Swallow. Robber flies, said to be destructive to honeybees, are a favored food. I searched the ornithological literature and found no reference to Bam Swallows eating honeybees. That is comforting. Honeybees carry pollen from male flowers to the stigma of the female flower, this guaranteeing food for us. Honeybees need all the help they can get. An important fact. Because of their diet of flying insects, Bam Swallows are diurnal migrants. They fly south during the day; not at night, as most other land birds do. They make a long trip — feeding as they go — down through Mexico and Central America to their wintering territory in the southern half of South America. In spring, they return by the same overland route. That’s a lot of mileage for a six-inch bird. Barn Swallows bui,ld nests of mud that are saddled on beams or plastered against walls. Once ! sat in my car with a telephoto lens thrust out the window to photograph Barn Swallows that were gathering pellets of mud for nest construction. I wish 1 had observed more carefully instead of concentrating on composition, light and focus. There is a controversy over whether these elegant birds carry bits of mud in their mouths or whether they use the bill as a shovel and transport mud pellets on top of their bills. One observer noted that it takes two swallows eight full days of 14 hours to complete a nest. Mud pellets and straw were brought in every two or three minutes. Four to five eggs are laid and must be incubated for an average of 15 days with male and female relieving each other at 15 minute intervals. The female incubates at night while the male perch ph nearby. Young remain in the nest and are constantly fed by the parents for up to 28 days. 1 have seen adults fly in and poke food into a yellow-lined,"<■ gaping mouth without missing a wingbeat. Like their dose relatives, Purple - Martins and Tree Swallows, Baro Swallows are colonial nesters. • Twenty-seven mud nests in one barn . have been reported. That would make 54 adults; with all that insect ■ consumption, there would be few mosquitoes and flies to torment the owner of the barn and his livestock. For each pair of swallows there are . t hree or four hungry young to be com. sfantly fed; that adds up to a minus in the (lying insect population. John Trott can be reached at the Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59>, Z Washington, Va., 22747. Last weeks'; headline was incorrectly written as , i Cats and wildlife mutually compar' tiable outside, when it should have, said incompatible. The Rappahannock News regrets the error. - - . -■‘“.I I Panther Pause: Rappahannock public school briefs BY JAN MAKE LA Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • The wonderful portrait of second grader Kerry LeVans, drawn by Ned Bittinger, is still on display in the window of Mrs. Tupper’s office at RCES. Please stop by and injoy it. • The RCES PTO Beanie Baby raffle was won by Mrs. Ann Miller, second prize went to Mrs. Kathy Smoot and the third prize winner was Mrs. Janet Hofer of Warrenton. We appreciate the efforts of all of you who either bought or sold tickets for this worthwhile cause. Special thanks goes to Mrs. Betty Pullen of Attic Treasures in Sperryville for her donation. • The Spring program “How Does Your Garden Grow?” at RCES on May 20 was an outstanding success. The first graders, chorus and band displayed a veritable “bouquet” of talent! Mrs. Rollins, Mrs. Rosenblatt, Mrs. Fournier, and the first grade teachers, Mrs. Barron, Mrs. Flinchum, Miss James and Mrs. Roszak, deserve tremendous credit. • Many thanks to Mr. Kevin Nealon, RCES parent, for sharing his “scanner expertise” with teachers at RCES. He has visited the school on several occasions, working around teachers’ schedules, to provide training in the use of scanners in school and classroom publications. He’s been both an effective and entertaining presenter. • The Support Staff of the Public Schools are so important and so appreciated, but often we do not take the time to tell them. Last Friday the RCES teachers and administrators treated these folks to a special breakfast. It is still not too late to say thank you to... a bus driver, secretary, custodian, nurse, attendance officer, OPEN 8 AM - 7 PM everyday except Tuesday Come check out our daily soups, salads, and sandwiches. DINNER SPECIALS Wed.-Kung Pao Chicken Th.-French Bread Pizzas Fri.-Penne Pasta Marinara Sat.-Portabello Mushroom Burgers In Sperryville next to Faith Mountain Store 540-987-9733 Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: Sappahantiock Subscription Rates By Rappahannock.$21. Elsewhere in the U.S.s27. Name Address __ City__State_ Zip Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahartnoch News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: — VThe Rappahannock A/ifwy(ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is ||published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, U Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel ||Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, ^Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 fa year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. IPOSTMASTER; Send address change to Rappahannock {News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. teacher’s aid, technology specialist, or any other person in the system who has helped to make your child’s experience better at RCES. • DARE/Field Day will be held on May 28 at RCES. This wonderful day is made possible through the efforts of Captain Jeff Brown and the Sheriff’s Office, Miss Carol Nowakoski, RCES RE. teacher, and the efforts of many volunteers like you. If you have not yet volunteered to help with this year’s event, please call Jan Makela at 087-8259 or 937-5718, or check in at the Volunteer table (by the DARE tent) when you arrive. Students may purchase bag lunches. Lunch is provided for exhibitors. Visitors must provide their own. Drinks are available for all. • Parents need to be certain that their children dress in cool clothing appropriate for participating in athletic events. Though water will be available, sending a plastic bottle with extra water might be a good idea. • The RCHS Environmental Studies Class (under the direction of Mrs. Beth Gall) will be finishing their year working on the Forest Ecology/Bio-diversity Study Plot on Dr. and Mrs. John Tole’s property on Rock Mills Road. They will be sampling for small mammals and insects. This project has been a cooperative effort between Mrs. Gall’s students and Mr. Ed Rissler’s seventh grade students at RCES. • The Environmental Studies students at RCHS recently finished a unit on solid waste. County Administrator John McCarthy took the students on a field trip to the Rappahannock County Landfill to discuss its operating procedures and the safe disposal of waste. Students were given an opportunity to visit Zuckerman’s Metal Recycling Center in Front Royal as well. • Mrs. Patti Waddell’s Biology II Class at RCHS has just completed a CPR class where students received their certification to perform Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation. Mrs. Geraldine Payne, EMT and RCES teacher, helped to organize and instruct the class. • The annual showing of “Schindler’s List” for Junior and Senior students at RCHS will be on June 1. This is being sponsored by the RCHS Social Studies Department. • Ms. Christy Sander’s French I students made crepes for the end of the year food party on Tuesday, may 25. Tres bien! • Mrs. Jeanne Grimes reported that the RCHS Girls’ Soccer Team went to the District Tournament in Brentsville on Friday, May 21. No scores were available at press time. Rappahannock has already qualified for the Regional Tournament which will be played on Tuesday, May 25. • Mr. James Futrell, Director of Guidance at RCHS, announces the successful completion of the 1999 Spcnyiillc Volunteer Fire Department's Annual June 2, 3, 4 & 5 Location: US 211, West at firehouse. Midway by: Dean Aiatiiitiextients (ieneral information: 987-3124 Parade information: 675-2530 Thimday: Special RCHS Career Day Program. This is an effort by the Guidance Department to see that the most up-to-date information concerning job hunting techniques and career opportunities are presented to junior and senior students. This year’s program attracted 25 skilled and professional representatives from Rappahannock and surrounding areas. Students received information in such areas as accounting, x-ray technology;, computer technology and,banking to name just a few. , Mr. Futrell wishes to express his thanks to all of the ■ folks who took time from their busy schedules to share their ' expertise with our students. Anyone who would like to share information about their jobs during the May 2000 ! Career Day Program is asked to call Mr. Futrell at RCHS at 987-8575. Wakefield Country Day School notes BY CONNIE LALONDE Admissions Coordinator • Wakefield Country Day school students are working very hard this week studying for and taking their final exams. These are the last days of the school year and students are looking forward to the lazy, carefree days of summer, free of school responsibilities; however, don’t forget about those “summer reading list”. Have a safe, enjoyable summer, everyone! • The piano recital held Sunday, May 23 show cased the talents of 11 WCDS students from grades one through eight. Everyone in attendance enjoyed the melodious selections which brightened the day. There were five locaTr Rappahannock WCDS stu-^ dents who participated: first grader, Jillian Wood played “Sugar Cookies”; fifth grader, Regina Knight play “Sun Fiesta” and “Drum and Bugle , Band Parade”; fifth grader, Gwendolyn Ka ter-White, i played “The Entertainer” by S. Joplin and an original composition; fifth grader, Dorian Matthews played “Faith of Our Fathers” and “Sea* Divers”, and eighth grader, Whitney Matthews played “Scherzo” and “Hungarian Rhapsody - Lizst.” .; • We are very proud of our Lower School students who See WAKEFIELD, Page A8 ATTENTION RAPPAHANNOCK CIVIL WAR HISTORY AVAIIABLE ^ Rappahannock/Rapidan Historical Association presents the first printing BATTLE MOUNTAIN AFFAIR (researched.by F.D. Hitt) 'Pie txx>k BATTLE MOUNTAIN AFFAIR is a well documented 85 page detailed report of Civil War engagements at Battle Mountain, VA near present dav Laurel Mills and Vicwtown, VA. On .July 22, 23 and 24, 1883, Rappahannock County was buzzing with tr<x>p activity as Confederate General A.F Hill and others were returning from Pennsylvania on their way to Culpeper, VA. Much skirmishing occurred as the Union Army was in pursuit. The book contains detailed reports of General H.L. 1 Bcnning (Confederate), General George Custer (Union), and T.E.B. Stuart. ^ (Confederate), as well as individual unit reports and two diary accounts. The. lxx>k also contains a map and illustrations as well as local lore. ' * » I To receive your 85 page paperback BATTLE MOUNTAIN AFFAIR, send 35.95,, .3 plus 81.00 shipping and handling to: Rappahannock/Rapidan Historical Association, 1108 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. (Make checks and money orders payable to: Rappahanno<-k/Rapidan Historical Association. Signed copies are now ready for immediate first class mailing.) PAGE VALLEY AGRIC. & IND. 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Faith Mountain Co. celebrates 22 years Faith Mountain Company will celebrate its 22nd anniversary on Memorial Day Weekend. The Sperryville based company began as an small herb and antique store on Main Street in Sperryville in 1977. Now it is the country’s leading purveyor of country inspired gifts, women’s apparel and home accessories. Faith Mountain sells its unique products via catalogs mailed to millions of customers throughout the United States and through its retail store in the Old Sperryville Schoolhouse at the intersection of US 211 and 522 in Sperryville. Faith Mountain is the largest retail operation in Rappahannock County and is the County’s largest private employer. Faith Mountain is positioning itself to take advantage of new product opportunities and new marketing methods made possible by the emergence of the Internet. “Last year was challenging for Faith Mountain because new competitors and the Internet made catalog selling difficult for almost every one in the business. We must streamline our company and become even more competitive,” says Cheri Woodard, President of Faith Mountain. In the coming year, Faith Mountain will reduce its catalog circulation by 25 percent to concentrate on testing new products and developing its web site. “The circulation reductions will limit our risks as we take advantage of these exciting opportunities and in the following years we will resume our rapid growth rate,” says Woodard. Faith Mountain is expanding its web site and promoting the site through e-mail, advertising and alliances with other Internet companies. The company has experienced a 454 percent increase in its Internet related business since March 1, 1999. Woodard is recruiting seasoned catalog professionals to assist the Company in its renewed growth objectives. Gail Brewer was recently hired as Vice President of Merchandise. She comes to Faith Mountain with 13 years of merchandising experience at L.L. Bean. Brewer’s ultimate goal is to make Faith Mountain a destination catalog in the minds of the customer, the catalog that stands out every time it arrives. The excitement of the merchandise, the exclusiveness of the selection and the distinctiveness of the creative presentation should reinforce each other to produce a catalog that virtually demands to be shopped. Woodard is now searching for a new President for Faith Mountain to run the day-today operations of the Company. “As the Company grows and the competitive environment heats up, it is critical that I have more time to plan the future direction of Faith Mountain and explore new opportunities for the Company. As Chairman of the Board, I will have that time. The Company needs to bring on board more experienced management professionals to capitalize on those opportunities and build a stronger company,” according to Woodard. Woodard invites everyone to help celebrate 22 years of business with a big tent sale at the retail store in Sperryville this weekend. The Sperryville Rescue Squad will also be on hand to sell food and raise money for the Rescue Squad. Bear breaks into car During the overnight of May 20/21, a bear broke into a car parked at a residence on Route 600 in. Sperryville. According to the complainant, his children left some cookies and spilled some milk in the car. The bear broke through a window, chewed up the interior and tried to pull out a seat. There were paw prints on the car and windshield. Game Warden Jim Bankston is following up with an investigation. Sometime during the evening of May 21 or the morning of May 22, a donkey turned up missing from a residence on Viewtown Road. There is no evidence of theft. However, the owner believes that it was stolen because the donkey couldn’t have left on its own. An investigation is under way. Meter stolen A Rappahannock County Electric Co-op meter, valued at approximately $30, was stolen from a home on Rock Mills Road near Whorton Hollow Road on the night of May 12. The meter was just reported stolen May 17. The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident. Motorcycles are back Despite numerous arrests, the speeding motorcycles are back on Fodderstack Road. Sheriff Larry Sherertz says that he and his deputies are developing another plan to combat this problem. Traffic accidents Virginia State Police gave details of two accidents in Rappahannock County last week. . Shortly after noon on May 1]B, Sheila Woods of Pratt, Va. ran off the road on Route 231 just south of Route 707 and struck an embankment. The driver was injured, but the extent of her injuries and damage to the car was not known. The driver was apparently ill at the time of the accident. A three-vehicle accident occurred on U.S. 211 westbound, just west of Route 639, on the afternoon of May 20. Brian Wayland of Washington, driving a 1995 Isuzu four-door, attempted to pass a 1994 Dodge wagon being driven by Shirley Blevins of Amissville. He rear-ended Ms. Blevins, causing her to hit a 1997 Ford farm tractor driven by Herschell Blevins, Jr., also of Amissville. The tractor overturned, and Ms. Blevins hit a tree. There were minor injuries. Damage estimates to the vehicles were extensive: $2,500 on the tractor, $10,000 on Ms. Blevins’ vehicle and $6,000 dollars on the Isuzu. Wayland has been charged with reckless driving. In keeping with the Sperryville Civil War Days Celebration, the book BATTLE MOUNTAIN AFFAIR by Danny Hitt will tie available in quantity at the OLD SPERRYVILLE BOOKSHOP this weekend, May 29th and 30th. Danny will be available to answer questions anti sign copies from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 30th. BATTLE MOUNTAIN AFFAIR is a detailed account of an engagement between troops of General George Custer (USA) and General H. Denning, (CSA), near present dag Viewtown, VA on July 24, 1863. Paul Reisler to appear at Blue Moon BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Maybe I’m just an old softie. But it’s more likely that Paul Reisler puts his soul into his compositions and can translate that soul back into a musical form that seeks and finds one’s emotional core. He got me good. His music, on guitar and hammered dulcimer, is an uncanny reflection of mood and emotion, and must require a level of skill and self-awareness uncommon even in the world of the professional musician. It’s “listen to it” and “let it grab you” music. It’s precise. It’s not, as Paul cautioned, background music. It’s certainly not elevator tunes. I was, in turn, saddened, gladdened, mellowed, pensive, joyful, played like a fiddle by the sounds that I came to hear. Paul Reisler gave birth to Trapezoid 25 years ago in Elkins, W. Va. and landed a recording contract with his first gig. Some three thousand performances and eight albums later, Paul and Trapezoid’s music is still fresh, always evolving, never quite the same. The Celtic and Eastern influences are apparent in the music, yet they work so subtly to flirt with one’s mood and imagination, and to carry the listener into the mountains and under the forest canopy. The Paul Reisler music is Rappahannock and was created from Paul’s connection to this place and its people, and from his love of the natural world. Paul’s home in Tiger Valley is the quintessential musician’s hideaway. Stone, timbers, light, and woods embrace the space to create a refuge for innovation. He composes and plays and records there. His wife Julie writes one-woman plays for which Paul composes music. He is composing a children’s symphony, based on Aesop’s fables, with Tbm Paxton, and an album of original songs with poet/songwriter Charles John Quarto. Paul lives in Rappahannock for the same reasons that many of us do. “In 25 years of travel,” he told me, “I’ve found nothing like it.” Paul is imbued with the essence of Rappahannock and you can hear it in his music. This Friday, May 28, he will appear at the Blue Moon in Sperryville with vocalist Leslie Ritter and bassist Scott Petito, on Saturday at Wintergreen, and on Sunday at the Kennedy Center with a master Indian percussionist. RCCA gains momentum BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer The Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance held its second Steering Committee meeting at the Washington fire hall last Tuesday, May 18. With diverse and increasing community support, it appears more than likely that this organization will be a reality. Reports by three RCCA committees gave evidence ol the level of activity ongoing even at this early point in th( organizations development. Efforts by the Missior Statement Committee estab lished a prospective definition of the RCCA mission “The mission of the RCCA is to sustain and enhance the natural health and beauty ol RECYCLE Flower Bedding Plants 89C/6 pack • Perennials • Herbs • Primrose • Azaleas • Rhododendrons • Pink & White Dogwoods • Redbuds^—^555-^ _( ® A/H. - fi n ) (540) 923-438T~ y Directions: From Sperryville, take Rt. 231 S for 12 miles turn left on 642, go 1.5 miles._ * * CAFE 11763 Lee Hwy„ Sperryville, Vfi Than. S/27 OPEN MIC Fri. S/28 PAUL REISLER with Leslie Ritter & Scott Petito of Ttapezoid Sat. S/29 PSYCHO BILLY Down home rock and roll Family Style Dining Now Open Wednesday - Sunday Open Monday, Memorial Day Noon to 8 p.m. 540-987-3162 www.blucmooncafc.com the landscape for the benefit of all who inhabit and pass through it.” This draft statement is the first formal pronouncement of the organization’s mission, and is subject to revision after evaluation by RCCA members. The Structure Committee reported that it had reached consensus and would recommend that the RCCA be established as an independent, nonprofit 501 (c) (3) corporation that would strive to work closely in cooperation with other environmental organizations to fulfill its missions. The Outreach-EducationResearch Committee reported on the status of its activities, and provided the memr bership with a draft listing of the tools available for the RCCA to carry its objectives, and milestones for the preliminary phases of development of an education/outreach program and a “sensitive lands” selection methodology. RCCA coordinator Bayard Catron announced the establishment of two additional committees: a Finance Committee to begin the process of grant acquisition, and a Nominating Committee to begin the process of defining and selecting organizational directors. The next meeting of the RCCA is scheduled for June 1, 1999, at 7:30 p.m. at the Washington fire hall and all are invited to attend. J Youth quilting class to begin There will be a youth beginning quilting class at the Rappahannock Extension Office after school Monday, June 7. Ellen Manson of the Yarn and More Shop located in Washington has graciously offered this wonderful opportunity. There may be a small worKsnop. ™ This workshop is sponsored by 4-H. If you are interested please call the Extension Office at 6753619 to register. 1 ,£/aith (yftountain Company ANNIVERSARY SALE 22 f“rS Bargains! Bargains! Inside and Out! In the Store: In the Tent: • Up to 30% off lowest price • Up to 75% off • Clothing, flags, porcelain boxes, • Sweaters, jumpers, dresses, garden accessories, lamps, slates blouses, and more • Much, much more! • All sales final Memorial Day Weekend May 28, 29, 30, 31 1 Oum—6pm (Tent closes at 4 on Monday) FAITH MOUNTAIN RETAIL STORE Corner of Routes 522 & 211 Sperryvillc, VA 22740 540-987-8353 SPERRYVILLE CIVIL WAR DAYS IN DOWNTOWN SPERRYVILLE 'Author readings and book signings •Panel discussions •Civil War music •Live history demonstrations •Relic displays and sales. Sponsored by The Old Sperryville Bookshop & Coffee House and other Sperryville businesses

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Proposed resort causes debate By TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer The proposed Harris Conference Center and Resort attracted a large crowd and much debate at the May county Planning Commission meeting. All sitting members were present, as was County Administrator John McCarthy. Prior to the commission addressing new applications, there was the matter of electing a new chairperson to replace Sharon Pierce. By a 41 vote, with Ron Frazier voting no and Tom Junk abstaining, Dr. Werner Krebser was elected commission chair for the remainder of 1999. McCarthy commented that the Board of Supervisors should fill Ms. Pierce’s seat in their June meeting. Junk suggested that the Planning Commission write Ms. Pierce a thank you letter for her service to the commission. Harris resort Elizabeth Harris spoke to the commission regarding her plans to construct a conference center/resort on property she recently purchased west of Sperryville, near Mountainside Market. She said that she went to great lengths to achieve certain objectives. Those objectives include creating something that is environmentally friendly, providing a place for people to stay for less than $100 per night, and giving special attention to people with special needs (i.e. handicapped people). Ms. Harris worked with the Nature Conservancy, soil experts and Mark Malik, who has done landscaping work with the US Park Service and state parks in the past, among other individuals. All drain fields would be internal, and they already have Health Department blessing on a well site. She also commented that they will follow VDOT’s recommendations for access. There will be 15 platform campsites, a lodge, picnic area and trails. Some trails and at least five campsites will have wheelchair access. The lodge and wheelchair accessible trails will be open all year. With the exception of the picnic area, Mrs. Harris said that no areas will be visible from neighboring properties. There will also be a pond and a swimming pool. Malik was one of four individuals who spoke in favor of the application. Also speaking on Ms. Harris’ behalf was James Russell, former owner of the property. In addition, Ms. Harris presented signatures from 81 people, most of whom live in the area, who feel that the county needs something like this. Fourteen people came to oppose the application. Those who spoke included Barbara Adolphi and John Dodson, neighboring property owners. Among their concerns were noise pollution, visual pollution, privacy, the effect on property values and whether or not Ms. Harris is trying to put too much on the property. These individuals want to keep the area quiet. However, McCarthy pointed out that the U.S. 211 corridor west of Sperryville is zoned “commercial.” A number of business already exist along this highway. For the commission, two issues loom large on this application. First, there is the question of whether or not the original permit has a grandfathered status. This means that the original permit is still valid as long as terms and conditions required at the time of issuance were met, even though local ordinances have changed. McCarthy, upon an initial investigation, had originally told Ms. Harris that the original permit was valid. However, he learned after the fact that a previous zoning administrator had ruled it invalid. McCarthy therefore recommended that the original permit, which allowed for 35 trailer/RV sites, does not have a granfathered status. Ms. Harris plans to appeal that decision. The second issue, which is affected somewhat by the first, has to do with county codes. Some residents felt that the capacity of 56 persons would violate local ordinances. This issue will be determined in part by the outcome of Ms. Harris’ appeal. Due to the pending appeal, the commission felt that it was best to table the proposal until it is settled. Ms. Harris initially objected, but a number of board members commented that it would be in her best interest if they waited before acting on it. A motion to table the proposal was unanimously passed. Agricultural district renewals Two Agricultural and Forestal Districts are up for renewal. These districts are agreements by which the county provides use-value taxation for the property owners. In return, the property owners will not subdivide their property smaller than 50 acres or create family divisions, among other conditions, during the life of the district. In Rappahannock County, that time frame is ten years. The Massie/Exton District has no proposed changes. The Jenkins Mountain District has two proposed changes: the Reed property has been withdrawn, and the Hutcheson property is proposed to be withdrawn. Based on recommendations by the Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee, the commission voted unanimously to pass both districts to the Board of Supervisors with a recommendation to renew. Other business The commission passed along two applications with a recommendation to approve: • Wilhelmina Price spoke to the commission regarding her wishes to reduce a 25-acre parcel of her property near Woodville into a three acre lot. This lot, and the buildings on it, would be sold and the boundary would be adjusted to incorporate the remaining acres into her farm. The resulting acreage on her farm would then be 104 acres. McCarthy had recommended, however, that a restriction be placed on the A good weekend for youth soccer BY GLENDA GUM Rappahannock News Contributing Writer For the sixth time this season, the Rapp 2 Firebirds have scorched their opponents. Saturday’s game against Culp A at Sisk Field in Culpeper started with Culp A scoring early. The Firebirds accepted the challenge fought to overcome a 1-0 deficit. Although it was a very physical game, Rappahannock rebounded to score five times, once by a penalty kick, and blistered Culp A 5-1. Under the direction of Coach Pendleton and Linda Torrance, the Firebirds hdve scored 31 times against their opponents and have only given up five goals. They travel to Madison on Wednesday, June 2. for a 6:30 p.m. game. * Rapp 1 wins one, ties one , Rapp 1 played a doubleHeader on Saturday. “Hot” not only described the weather on Saturday, but the game between Rapp 1 and Mad 3 at Madison Primary. Impressive offense and defense on the part of both teams made for an exciting game. Mad 3 took an early lead and the score was 3-1 at halftime. But Rapp 1 came back in the second half and kicked one into their opponent’s net. Another goal was scored by Mad 3 to put them ahead 4-2. But just when you think the game is over, Rapp 1 rallied to score two goals in the last few minutes to end the game in a 4-4 tie. The second game pitted Rapp 1 against Mad 2. It would have been understandable had these kids given up before they started, with complaints of being tired and the excessive heat. But this team wasn’t one for crying “uncle*. Rapp 1 came out aggressively and took an early 2-0 lead. Mad 2 scored once in the second half, but Rapp 1 held them at bay and surprised them with another goal late in the second half for a 3-1 win. plat and deed limiting further subdivision of the property to three parcels. The commission passed the application along to the Board of Supervisors for approval subject to such a condition. • Dr. Dale Schusterman, owner of Rappahannock Chiropractic Services, applied for a special use permit so that he may purchase property owned by Brett and Cindy Boyce, and move his offices there. The property is on U.S. 211/522 just west of the town of Washington. Dr. Schusterman and his attorney, Doug Baumgardner, addressed the commission. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) would require a de-celeration lane for access, which may require Dr. Schusterman to purchase some additional square footage from an adjoining lot. Commission member Susan Babcock questioned Dr. Schusterman about lighting at this location. Dr. Schusterman commented that he doesn’t plan to work at night. Junk had concerns about the driveway access. Part of the road is paved, and part is gravel. Baumgardner said that the issue could be addressed prior to going before the Board of Zoning Appeals. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval to the BZA, contingent upon the following: final site plan approval by the commission, that the sign is no more than 12 square feet, that he co-locate a sign with other businesses who open in that area, and an entrance as required by VDOT. House Bill 2324 In light of Governor Gilmore’s recent signing of House Bill 2324 into law, Dr. Krebser advised the commission members to study local subdivision ordinances so that they may address the issue in the future. Bob Dennis suggested that the commission hold public discussions on the bill. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for June 16. r Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune TE^TdY;S.EVEN,CERI,FIED: Stacey A,ther from Sperryville Rescue Squad demonstrates infant CPR to students from Biology II class at Rappahannock High School. Grant allows students to receive CPR certification By TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer Thanks to a grant from the Headwaters program, 27 students in Patti Waddell’s Biology II class at Rappahannock High School were certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on May 19. Many of these students, according to Mrs. Waddell, will be going into health-related fields after they finish school. The certification capped off a program that included a number of components. First, the students had to read a CPR booklet. Then, after a couple of lectures on the subject, came the instruction which occurred last Wednesday. The students were instructed in both airway obstruction and CPR for infants, children and adults. The instructors are all graduates of Rappahannock High School. Stacy Alther, Geraldine Payne and Matt Payne.are Cardiac Technicians who work with the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad. Ms. Alther is also a CPR instructor. Keith Jenkins is a paramedic with the Frederick County EMS. Andrew Clinedinst and Jeff Hudson, who are CPR certified and volunteer for the Sperryville Rescue Squad, served as student assistants. After the instruction, the students had to take a written exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, the students received their certification and a CPR microshield. The school paid for the books, while the Headwaters grant paid for the instructors and the microshields. The students who completed the program are: Mandolyn Ashby, Lindsey Burger, Richie Diehl, Meghan Fairbrother, Samantha Frazier, Alice Gentry, Jessica Gheen, Crystal Grigsby, Rena Grigsby, Chad Heddleston, Abe McLear, Sandra Oliver, Sara Opseth, Ashleigh Paolicelli, Julie Payne, Caleb Proper, Justin Purgason, Daniel Ramey, Sara Rozak, Chris Sause, Daniel Settle, Naomi Smoot, Adam Starks, Kent Switzer, Adam Updike, Krystal Wampler, and Janice Wilson. On May 24, these students spent the day at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, DC. Mrs. Waddell, who is CPR certified and an EMT, said that there are only about .120 or 125 residents in the county who are CPR certified. She hopes that programs like this will encourage more students to volunteer. SUBSCRIBE TO THE KU'/'t/MWOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. 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 the 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 Fiscal Year Commencing 7/1/98 7/1/99 Fiscal Year 7/1/98 GENERAL FUND From Local Sources: General Properly Tan Other Local Taxes Permits, Pnv 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 $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 $5,694,090 813.000 7 3.400 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 FIRE SERVICES FI ND $308,950 BALANCES. JUNE 30 1997 General $3,157,700 Library 176,616 Law Library 800 Cafeteria 0 E9II 63.000 Total Balances $3,398,116 BALANCES. JULY I General Law Library Cafeteria E-911 1997 $3,157,700 176.616 800 0 63.000 Total Balances S3.398.116 Fiscal Year EXPENDITURES 7/1/9 8 LAW LIBRARY FUND From Local Sources Fines A Forfeitures $7 50 COMMUNICATIONS FUND From Local Sources Telephone Tax $67,500 SCHOOL FUND From Local Sources Charges for Services Miscellaneous Revenue From Other Agencies Interfund Transfers From Federal Govt. Total School 0 $ 97.998 2.462.929 4.469.219 272.786 $7,302,932 SOLID WASTE ENT FUND From Local Sources 0 Interfund Transfers $265,000 $750 $69,500 0 $225,356 2.640.129 4.536.935 310.813 $7,713,233 0 $265,000 GENERAL FUND Board of Supervisors $41,827 County Administrator 124.048 County Attorney 30.795 Comm of the Rev. 108.528 Board of Assessors 2.500 l.and Use/Tax Relief 12.000 Treasurer 119.686 Elect Bd A Officials 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 Serv. 0 Forestry Service 3.588 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 Commencing 7/1/99 $347,950 1998 $3,537,883 207.184 800 0 63.000 $3,808,867 1998 $3,537,883 207.184 800 0 63.000 SL808.86T Commencing 7/ I /99 $42,583 134.915 32.368 144.609 0 I 1.300 129.362 17.450 48.263 10.150 4.715 69.772 5.380 52.587 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 A Water 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 FUND Operation Debt Service Intcrfund Transfers Total School CAFETERIA FUND School Food Services SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION SOLID WASTE ENT FUND FIRE SERVICES FUND GRAND TOTAL Less Transfers Out TOTAL EXPENDITURES 7/1/98 423.638 I 19.388 49.095 500 650 0 695.172 I 3.000 134.490 82.61 3 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 $8,453.61 I 7/ I /99 $600 $105,000 $7,043,265 279.476 91.477 $7,414,218 $91,477 0 $265,000 $308,950 $16,737,514 4.988.031 $1 1.749.483 459,144133.456 58.256 500 700 0 4 7 1.605 13.500 I $0 480 88.596 23.240 342.345 233.015 150.758 17.773 6.500 36.838 4.4(H) 72.500 10.709 54.212 4.997,490 $8,658,787 $108,864 $65,322 7.142.149 481.671 89.372 $7,713,233 $89,372 0 $273,500 $347,950 $17,385,627 5.089.506 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: R. E. and Mobile Homes Real Estate (Fire Levy) Tangible Personal Prop Tangible P.P.(FireLevy) 1998-99 Actual $0.78 0.03 3.10 0.20 1999-00 Proposed $0.78 0 03 3.10 0.20

-ftappafjannocfe 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 WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 1999 Our View Honor soldiers Pay tribute to all those who have served, past and present. During the month of May, there are opportunities for Americans to honor those who have bravely and proudly served our country in the military. Memorial Day is this Monday, May 31. It is on this day that we honor those who have given their lives in service to this country. Saturday, May 15, was Armed Forces Day. This day is set aside for citizens to pay tribute to those who serve, and have served, this country proudly. And of course, there was the recent US Air Force Band concert at the elementary school. If you didn’t make it, you missed a good show. There were many veterans in attendance, all of whom were recognized during the show. Some of you may be wondering why we should even bother. Nobody wants war. However, use of military force is necessary from time-to-time to preserve and protect our freedoms and interests, worldwide and here in the states. Whether or not you support what our military does in other parts of the world, our soldiers deserve the appreciation and support of the people. The men and women in the military put their lives on the line out of a sense of duty and patriotism, as did those who have fought and died in the past. How many of us would be willing to risk our lives if our way of life were threatened? If not for these brave individuals, one could only imagine what this country would be like today. Rappahannock Today • Rappahannock News Photo/Carl Ebom The first Rappahannock based Relay-for-Life was held at Rappahannock Coi.nty Elementary School on Friday and Saturday. Forty-seven teams registered for the event and they raised a total of $61,077.40. Letters Relay success beyond expectations Congratulations Rappahannock! The 1999 Rappahannock Relay-For-Life was a success beyond anyone’s expectations. The total figure $61,077.40 is just amazing for a county with a population of 7100. With so many undesirable situations going on in the world today it is refreshing to know that a tiny county tucked at the foot of the Blue Ridge still has a caring and sharing spirit. Once again Rappahannock you have come through in a big way: I have so many people to thank that the names would fill this entire newspaper, so I will mention the Event sponsors and the committee, but we thank everyone involved. Maybe you captained a team, were on a team, donated money or helped with the event. It took every single person to make this a special and successful event. Many thanks to the Event sponsors, Kevin Owens DJ and Magical Illusions, Sunbelt Rentals, Rappahannock Elementary School, Guiffre Distributing, Pepsi Cola, Melting Pot Pizza, Happy Trails Ponies and Amusements, Rappahannock Lions Club, Lois Manookian, Settle’s Cars & Truck, Settle’s Grocery & Garage, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Shenandoah Pride Milk, Coca Cola, Mike Mahoney and the Rappahannock News. The Committee: Betty Klise, Beverly Atkins, Sharon Dodson, Jan Palmer, Judy Tole, Marilouise Bane, Charlotte Nichols, Benjy Atkins, Rev. Jennings Hobson, Washington Rescue Squad, Sheriff Larry Sherertz and his Office, Angela Wood, Tamara Settle, Nancy Buckholtz, Jennifer Manly, Joyce Cooper, Louise Eastham, Roger Welch, Cheri Woodard, Karla Miller, Shirley, Libby Bennett, Ellen Joback, Dr. Werner Krebser, Carolyn Leake, Merrill Strange, Paige Coombs, Betty Settle, Theresa Light, Mike Mahoney and Kenny Pullen. Many thanks for a job well done. Last year we had 21 teams and raised nearly $25,000. This year 47 teams registered. Out of the 47 teams 27 reached or exceeded their goal. The third place team which raised $3,121 was Carolyn’s Love, Laugh and Live Team #1; Second place Bennie Lee Atkins team which raised $4,280. The top team was Brady Bunch ‘99 which raised $4,615. Ellen Joback was the top fundraiser. Good job Ellen! There has been so much progress in treatment and survival of cancer victims but the fight continues. Our motto is “There is no finish line until a cure is found.” Thank you for taking up the fight. See you next year! Ester Settle Coordinator Rappahannock Relay-For-Life More Letters, See Page A7 Letters to the editor The Rappahannock News welcomes Letters to the Editor from its readers as a forum for discussion of local public affairs subjects. WRITE: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 FAX: the Editor (540) 675-3088 To be considered for publication: Letters must be signed by the writer. Include address and phone for verification (not to be published). Letters are subject to editing for clarity and length. Personal attacks will not be published. Long letters from those with special authority on a current issue may be treated as a guest column (with your photo/requested). Due to volume, letters cannot be acknowledged. All are appreciated and will be read with interest toward the newspaper's editorial values. If possible, type your letter double spaced using upper and lower case. Letters must be received by noon Monday to be considered for that week’s publication. From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News Down Memory Lane 30 Years Ago Thursday, May 29,1969 Twenty-six blood donors presented themselves at the Red Cross Bloodmobile Unit which visited Rappahannock County on Monday. The quota of blood asked from the county was 75 pints and that received was only 21 pints. Rush River near Washington will be stocked with trout on June 4. The season is not closed for this stocking so fisherman will have no interruption in their sport. 4-H project groups will be organized in Rappahannock providing there is enough interest shown by youngsters and parents. These groups will be open to any girl, age 9 years and up who are interested in food, clothing, babysitting, grooming and other areas of home economics. At the final meeting of the PTA of Rappahannock County Elementary School held May 22, the following officers were elected to serve in the 1969-70 school session: President, Mrs. Charles Swaim; Vice President, Thomas S. Rees II; Secretary, Mrs. James F. Massie; Treasurer, James E. Fountain and Program Chairman, Mrs. Edward Clark. Mrs. Kathryn Pomeroy presented awards from the Commercial Department at the award assembly at RCHS recently. They included: Typing II, JoAnn van Brederode; Bookkeeping Stephen Alther and Secretarial award, Brenda Hackley. Also at the awards program Beverly Payne was named the outstanding home ec girl in Miss Rose Marie Dudley’s department, and also received the title of outstanding Future Homemaker of America. 25 Years Ago Thursday, May 23, 1974 The Rappahannock County Retired Teachers’ Association held its bi-annual meeting and luncheon recently at the Steak House near Culpeper. A constitution was adopted by the 12 members present. Entries are being taken for a horse show scheduled for June 1 at the Old Mill Stables, Sperryville. The show will consist of ponies, large and small; horses, jumping and hacking and western horses. Classes for those over 50 are also on the program, with jumping and hacking. “Save our streams...Adopt One!” is the title of the presentation by Jack Lorenz for the June 7 Water Quality meeting sponsored by I 1 Courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: This toll ticket was given to First Washington Museum years ago by a former Clerk of Rappahannock County. There was a tollgate three miles from Washington between Washington and Sperryville. The toll collected was used to assist building roads in Rappahannock County. The toll building still stands today. the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection at the county courthouse in Washington. Martin Furniture Company in Culpeper was advertising a 10 piece living room ensemble for only $169.88; a five piece maple finish bedroom suite for only $229.88 and lots of other items in celebration of their Spring Cleaning Furniture sale. 10 Years Ago Thursday, May 25, 1989 Making hay in the sun: Roy Leake and Eddie Jenkins said they are glad to be outside after having their work delayed by the torrential rains earlier this month. Sperryville merchants and residents are busy preparing for the weekend as they celebrate Spring Festival time, the occasion of the town’s celebration of spring in the mountains. The event kicks off on Saturday and will continue on Sunday. On May 29, the county will obsei*ve Memorial Day with a service at noon at St. Stephens Episcopal Cemetery in Woodville. The outdoor service has become a tradition, begun there years ago by the Rev. Jennings Hobson III and a group from Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. Rev. Hobson will officiate at the service, which will include the raising of the colors by a detachment of military veterans. Following a short memorial service, Delegate Raymond R. “Andy” Guest Jr. will speak. —COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND

Letters Super Pantry Program deemed successful Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank would like to thank anyone who participated in the Blue Ridge Area Food Drive last weekend Thanks to your generosity, 23 Rappahannock County seniors and volunteers received 35 pounds of assorted canned and dry goods at the Super Pantry Program on Wednesday May 12. The super pantry program is sponsored through a partnership between Rappahannock Cooperative Extension and Blue Ridge 1 ood Bank and is being conducted at the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Service Board Seniors Nutrition Site in Washington by Judy Stevens, our area Extension Smart Choices Nutrition Education Program Technician. Jan Palmer, Secretary Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Washington, Va. Lions are grateful to community The Rappahannock Lions Club would like to thank those who made our auction op May 15 one of our most successful ever. The profits from the auction are all used fojr various programs to benefit the community. Individual donations are too numerous to mention but we would like to note the business donors. These, and others, have consistently supported us over the years. Shaw’s Service, Baldwin’s Grocery, Settle’s Garage, Country Cafe, Country Manor, Flint Hill Store, Glass Works Gallery, Sperryville Emporium, Faith Mountain Company, Public House Restaurant, Peter Garon Gallery, Rare Finds, Odyssey Collection, The Inn, Talk-ofthe-Tbwn, Chris’s Shop, Long Mountain Nursery, The Beauty Box, Rappahannock National Bank, Rappahannock Farmer’s Coop, B&B Service Center, Riverside Auto Service, Sperryville Corner Store, John’s Barber Shop, Appetite Repair Shop, Brookside Restaurant, Four & Twenty Blackbirds Restaurant, Settle’s Store W&J Grocery, The Trading Post and Hillsdale Grocery. This event was made possible by the professional services of Bill and Maurie Payne who once again donated their time and talents to conduct the auction. Again, thanks to all. Hal McDermott President Rappahannock Lions Club David Edwards speaks at Gateway gathering BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer In a post-Historic Preservation Week event, the Sperryville Gateway Committee meeting of May 20 featured David Edwards, head of the Winchester office of the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. ; Mr. Edwards is no stranger to Rappahannock, having surveyed historic places in the county in the 80’s and having played a significant role in placing Sperryville on the National Register of Historic Places. ; Mr. Edwards discussed the Department’s programs and narrated a slide show of Rappahannock and other Virginia historic sites. He spoke of the Department’s survey program, and its National Register program that has resulted in the listing of Rappahannock resources including the Sperryville and Washington Historic Districts, Montpelier, Ben Venue, the Miller House in Slate Mills, Caledonia, and the Mt. Salem Baptist Church. The Virginia Department of Historic Resources is an organization whose mission is to foster, encourage, and support the stewardship of Virginia’s significant historic, architectural, archaeological, and cultural resources.” The Department maintains information on the Commonwealth’s historic architecture and archaeological sites in its archives, ibrary, and archaeological colections in Richmond. The archives, for example, muse 140,000 files, 300 of vhich pertain to Rappahannock, that include esource evaluations, phoographs, maps and drawings, Tganized by city and county, md available to the public. The Department of listoric Resources also proides matching grants to non'rofits or local governments or rehabilitation or restoraion of cultural resources and surveys of local cultural esources. Through its Certified Local Government (CLG) program, it seeks to establish partnerships between local governments and the Department to enable the local governments to participate more formally in national preservation programs. CLGs are eligible to apply for federal matching grants from Virginia’s CLG fund (fund totals between $60,000 and $65,000 annually)—eligible grant projects include a variety of survey, preservation planning and public education activities. Rappahannock residents interested in the Department’s library or archives can obtain information by contacting Suzanne Durham at 804- 3672323 extension 124. Those who wish to check on Department assistance programs can contact the Northern Regional Preservation Office in Winchester at 540-722-3427 or email David Edwards, Director, at dedwards@dhr.state.va.us. HISTORICAL INFORMATION WANTED We are presently gathering historical information on the Forest Grove Baptist Church (founded 1886). Needed is general historieal information, photos for copy, letters for copy on anything of historical interest concerning the church’s history. We hope to publish our information by the end of the year. If you have anything to offer in this endeavor, contact: Danny Hitt c/o Kap|>ahaiinock-Rapldan Historical Research Association 1108 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 2)2401 Phone: 540-752-7281-Evenlngs 5404174-9211-Days E-mail: sllndys@aol.com D. Brooke Miller, M.D. Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice Office Location Office Hours Valley Internal Medicine Monday through Friday 250 Memorial Drive, Suite D Walk-ins Accepted Luray, Virginia 22835 Same Day Appointments PhoQE 540-743-6558 Fire and rescue budget under scrutiny By TODD FORTUNE \ Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors held a work session Monday night to go over the FY 2000 county budget. A number of different areas were discussed, but the proposed fire and rescue budget drew the most attention. All five members were present at the meeting, as was County Administrator John McCarthy and Clerk Diane Bruce. The supervisors heard from four individuals. Fire and rescue First to address the board was “Buck” Payne, representing the county Fire and Rescue Association. Payne pointed out that the proposed fire and rescue budget contains a 12.6 percent increase from the current fiscal year. The proposed association budget is $162,450 and the total requested fire and rescue budget is $358,450. Payne was quick to point out that the bulk of this increase is for research and cost analysis of a recruitment and retention program. They are looking at possibly implementing a program that would be similar to Fauquier County’s Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP). Under this program, volunteer fire and rescue personnel could accumulate points for meeting attendance, running calls, and other duties associated with being a member of a fire company. Once a certain number of points is reached, members will be eligible for benefits such as free vehicle decals. Members would also be eligible for a small retirement payment after completing a certain length of tenure, to be set by the association. It would be drawn when the member reaches a certain age, which would also be set by the association. Payne would like to come back at a later date and submit a cost analysis to the Board of Supervisors. The intent is to provide incentive for members to join volunteer fire and rescue departments, and stay involved. Supervisor Mike Massie pointed out that the same argument was used for creating the Fire Levy Board. He also feels that the Fire Levy Board hasn’t helped to recruit and retain members. Furthermore, he is concerned with how much the fire and rescue budget has risen during his tenure as supervisor. Board member Roger Welch seemed to share Massie’s sentiments. Payne defended the Fire Levy, saying that the fire companies in this county couldn’t survive without it. Richie Burke also defended the levy board, and commented that requirements for becoming a firefighter have become more cumbersome over the last decade and turned people off of volunteering. Massie mentioned the possibility of merging companies together, noting that now there are times when some companies aren’t staffed at all. Payne, however, doesn’t like the idea. Other areas of discussion • Burke, who serves as county Building Official and E-911 Coordinator, addressed the board concerning the proposed budget for the Building Office and E-911. The two budgets were separated this year, unlike in the past, so Burke went over them separately. The proposed Building Office budget, after some modifications, is $68,134 - the same as the 1996 budget, according to Burke. Fee revenues were originally estimated at about $50,000. However, Burke believes that fees will exceed that figure due to how much building is currently going on in the county. The E-911 budget is $65,322. One item that was briefly discussed is insurance for a part-time worker. Burke currently has an assistant working a little over 10 hours per week. He envisions that position becoming a 20-24 hour per week job, which would qualify that person for insurance benefits. Also a subject of discussion was the ongoing issue of obtaining a copy of the 911 database from Bell Atlantic. They have refused to give this to the county, which makes it more difficult for the E911 Office to check information and make sure that it is correct. • Sheriff Larry Sherertz spoke to the board regarding the Sheriff’s Office and jail budgets. The proposed funding for both proposed budgets totals $936,050, an increase of 6.3 percent from the current fiscal year. Sherertz noted that the proposed salary increases are in line with Compensation Board increases for personnel. Sherertz addressed problems with the communications system, which he says is “a dinosaur at best.” With the current system, it is almost impossible for the Sheriff’s Office and fire and rescue companies to interface. Sherertz doesn’t feel that he can wait for the cell tower issue to be resolved before acting, because the equipment needs to be replaced soon. Sherertz would like to hire a consultant to address the problem and make some suggestions. McCarthy thinks that bringing in an un-interested third party is a good idea. The board instructed McCarthy, with help from Sherertz and Payne, to look into costing. Sherertz also informed the board that two new patrol cruisers are ready for pick up. They are ready sooner than expected, so money will need to be reappropriated so that the Sheriff’s Office can go get them. Massie advised that the board should take this up at the budget public hearing. • The library budget was the last item discussed. Frank Warner, President of the Board of Trustees for the county library, gave a brief overview of their proposed budget. They have submitted a budget totaling $108,864, which is an increase of 10.3 percent from the current fiscal year. Warner pointed out, however, that library revenues have increased, as has state aid. This should more than make up for the increase. Among items accounting for the increase are modest increases in salaries for regular staff, and a larger increase for the Director, David Shaffer, to bring him in line with a school teacher that has a master’s degree and four years of service, Also included is an increase in cleaning and janitorial services, which hasn’t occurred in the last few years. Other increases are due to the cost of an extra telephone line, which was paid last year by Friends of the Library, printer cartridges for new color printers and possible replacement of the copy machine. Shaffer noted that the library staff includes 14 volunteers, which help to keep cpsts down. The budget public hearing is set for June 7. Sheriff s Office announces zero tolerance for unbuckled children Effective immediately, the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office is joining thousands of agencies nationwide in the next wave of operation ABC mobilization: America Buckles up Children - declaring zero tolerance for drivers with unbuckled kids. Throughout the week leading up to Memorial Day, drivers who don’t buckle up children will be stopped and enforcement action will be taken. “It’s time for zero tolerance because despite laws requiring children to ride buckled up in Virginia and in every state, six out of ten children killed in crashes are unbuckled,” said Sheriff Larry Sherertz. “Many of these deaths could have been prevented it the driver had just seen to it that the child was buckled up.” More than 2,000 children die in traffic crashes nationwide each year, making it the leading cause of death in chil Perma Treat PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! 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Remember From Page A1 audience. Also on Sunday, the bookshop will outline its plans to form a Civil War Round Table that would meet monthly to study and discuss the war. The Round Table is open to anyone interested in learning more about the war and its impact on the area. It will hear from expert speakers and also engage in research on the 1860’s in Rappahannock County. The two-day event will also feature an art show and sale. The bookshop will display works by Civil War artists Dale Gallon of Gettysburg, Pa., and David Wright of Nashville, Tenn., while Rappahannock artist Geneva Welch will display and sell her own works. The Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad plans Atkins From Page A1 well as a member and the President of the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company. He stays busy there also, helping out with Bingo as well as chairing the Carnival and Dance Committees. Atkins has a few objectives he would like to accomplish as Supervisor. • He would like Rappahannock to remain an open space county. However, he believes that some “minor adjustments” are needed in county ordinances “to allow our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren to remain in the county and be able to build a home.” Atkins would also like to see growth in the existing communities. • Another goal for Atkins is to lure some environmentally clean industries into the county. He acknowledges that some incentives may be necessary, such as a tax free setting for a few years if such an industry would employ county citizens. ABSOLUTE AUCTION Balwoan Washington & Richmond, Vo. SAT • JUKI 12* NOON Auction at Shoroton Inn Frock kit skurg 41 HOMESITES 8. 1 MODEL HOME *20 HOMESITES ABSOLUTE SIZES 1.3a - 18 ACRES! HOMEWES PRICED $59,WO - SH9.W0 HOME PIKED $406,000 - MW BIO $325,000 GUARANTIED SILLER FINANCING Mroctioas: 195 to Fredoricksbacg. Exh onto Id 3 Won. Go approx. 12.3 mi. Ann loll onto IM 70 hmMi and go approx. 4 7 wi lum loft onto 411 Moodoxiiand s 7/10 tin. on right. Proviows: Visit Auction (ontot on tito. Honrs: Mon -Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5 ION Mar s Tttnmm on HomslB 5% timnn m MnM Haw Doponti rw«n4 m Imam Dor INFORMATION 800-440-4424 www.ehristemoneln.com ff»$ feftnp be trtbtwm, madfad a anctbd Mtfttrf tmt * any tmt . : A. I - K - . -r 5 to set up a food vending operation outside the bookshop. All events are free and open to the public, on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 and Sunday frdm noon to 6 p.m. The attending authors, and the books they will discuss and sign, include: Robert J. Trout: “They Followed the Plume: The Story of J.E.B. Stuart and His Staff,: and “With Pen & Saber: The Letters and Diaries of J.E.B. Stuart’s Staff Officers” Mark Ragan: “Union and Confederate Submarine Warfare in the Civil War.” James S. Pula: “The Sigel Regiment: the 26th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry 1862-65” Harold Woodward: “For Home & Honor: Madison County (Va.) in the War Between the States;” and “The Confederacy’s Forgotten Son: Maj. Gen. James Lawson Kemper:” and “Defender of the Valley: Brig Gen John D. Imboden” Robert J. O’Neill Jr: “The Cavalry Battles of Aldie, Middleburg and Upperville.” Horace Mewborn: “43rd Battalion, Virginia Cavalry: Mosby’s Command.” Robdert J. Driver: Several books on Virginia Confederate units, including the 1st, 2nd and 5th Virginia Cavalry, the Rockbridge Artillery, and the 1st Battalion, Virginia Infantry. James P. Gannon: “Irish Rebels, Confederate Tigers: A History of the 6th Louisiana Volunteers, 1861-65,” Also appearing will be Kelly O’Grady, author of a forthcoming book on Irish Confederates. R. Preston Nuttall: “Warriors of the Triple Chevron,” a Civil War novel set in Virginia. fc'or specific times of each author’s talk, call the bookshop at 540-987-8444. Atkins believes, however, that it’s worth it. He would like to see something to keep young people in the county, and currently believes that nothing exists to accomplish that. • It goes without saying that Atkins has an interest in the county’s volunteer fire and rescue services. He wants to help the county come up with ways to ensure that fire and rescue services here remain volunteer. He acknowledges that, while the county presently gets services at minimum cost, “the demand on our volunteers is ever increasing in required training, responding to emergency calls and working fund raising activities.” This is the main reason that it is getting increasingly difficult to recruit new volunteers and keep existing ones. • Atkins would like Rappahannock to establish working relationships with other county governments, to possibly combine services so they would be more efficient and cost effective. On such area would be insurance coverage for government employees. • Atkins would also like to see the county establish some long term planning goals. He would also want the county to put some funds aside so that a large tax increase wouldn’t be necessary. Jack Atkins welcomes any campaign contributions. Donations may be sent to Kim Breeden, who is Atkins’ campaign treasurer. Her address is 60 Ladelle Knoll Lane, Amissville, Va. 20106. Consignment Auction Farm Machinery and Heavy Equipment Memorial Day -10 a.m., Monday, May 31 Held Rain or Shine DIRECTIONS: From Route 33 East make a left on to Route 602, East Point Road, go approximately 7 miles, auction on the left at Freeze Farm Lane. From 340 S. make a right at the stoplight in Shenandoah, go approximately 2 miles, auction on the right at Freeze Farm Lane. TRACTORS: 1989 JD 3155 4x4 front full weight - partial cab - 4000 hrs.; Inti. Super C McCormick Farmall w/side mower; Farmall H, 1986 1845 Case w/remote hydralics; Oliver 1365; Ford Jubilee tractor. FARM MACHINERY: NH hayliner 276 w/kicker; 254 NH rake; Massey Ferguson 124 sq. kick baler; JD hay carrier - pull behind; 2 row corn planter; Hesston 1091 mower & conditioner; 6 ft. 3 pt. bush hog; 3 pt. seed broadcaster; 6 ft. bush hog; Grain drill; Bale carrier - pull behind; Ford 530 sq. baler; 5 ft. bush hog; (2) 7 ft. sickle bar mowers; Oliver rake with teeter; Ford deere born 3 pt. rake; 66 Oliver grain drill. OTHER EQUIPMENT: (1) horse wagon; Posthole digger; Two section harrow; HD 8 ft. blade; 6 ft. 3 pt. stonerake; 3 pt. carry all; 6 ft. finish mower; 3 pt. boom pole; (2) new universal tractor seats; Posthole digger 12"; 2 stall horse trailer. AUTOS: 1983 Ford Rangdr 4x4; 1997 Dodge Caravan SF.; 1969 Ford 1 ton flat bed dumptruck;‘1&93 GMC top kick - 366 LP gas engine - 5 spd. cab & ch.; 1993 Chevy Corsica 4 dr.; 1993 Geo Prizm 4 dr. MISC: Dinner bell; Chains; Chain bindersf-Top links. Ail announcements day of sale take precedence over printed matter. Terms: Cash or Approved Check Food by: Shenandoah Vol. Fire Dept. Note: Land Owner & Auctioneers not responsible for accidents. AUCTIONEERS NOTE: This is an opportunity the weekend farmers as well as full time farmers to purchase equipment. For more information or to consign: Auctioneers: Garfield (G.R.) Freeze, Jr. (540) 652-1112 or (540) 298-9187, VA Lie. #969 Charles Grunewald (540) 652-6339, VA Lie. #0125 RESPECT THE EARTH .RECYCLE! Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE « INITIAL CONSULTATION Proi'idini> Affordable, Oualitx / coal Sendees Since 11>7:> %. j . r* W \ % ✓ £ Photo by Gerald Ochs TRASH FREE PARTY: Supervisor Pete Estes and John Kiser look on as Buck Payne accepts award. Kiser’s Trash-Free party BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Nicely wedged between the afternoon and nighttime (and sorely needed) thunderstorms, the success of this year’s Trash-Free Rappahannock was celebrated at John Kiser’s farm on Pophams Ford Road. With barbecuing chicken and cold drinks as a backdrop, TrashFree issues, past and present, were discussed, and organizers and participants were honored. John Kiser opened the event formalities by remembering George Davis’ contribution to the county in the 1970’s when, as a member of the Planning Commission, he successfully forwarded the proposal to establish 25 acre zoning in Rappahannock. Kiser went on to thank Trash-Free organizers Buck Payne, Hunt Harris, Barney O’Meara and Jeff Light for their contributions, and displayed the Trash-Free Rappahannock award plaque created by Laurie Marshall’s RCHS art students. Hunt Harris spoke of the effectiveness of this year’s program, noting that more than 2000 bags of trash were collected, with the $3 per bag award going back into the community. Harris said that, despite this year’s success, he was still concerned with changing behavior so that so much trash would not be generated in the first place. He thanked Steve Kenny, Jeff MacNelly, scout groups and Chester Gap residents for their efforts; Peter Luke, John McCarthy and VDOT for the Route 231 clean-up; last year’s winning effort by Trash Volunteers from Mars; and this year’s grand prize winners, the. Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad for their effort in picking up 473 bags of trash. Pete Estes, Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, spoke on behalf of the Board. He thanked all Trash-Free Rappahannock participants, and gave special thanks to John Kiser for financing and facilitating Trash-Free Rappahannock. “It was a great day for Rappahannock when John decided to settle here,” he said. Supervisor Estes then presented the cash award and plaque to Buck Payne of the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad. Buck Payne accepted the award on behalf of the rescue squad, and thanked the rescue squad members for their efforts, noting that they worked tirelessly and averaged 80 bags of trash each weekend during the six week campaign. He equated the county’s roads to a part of one’s home, and said that discarding trash on the highway is like throwing it on someone’s lawn. It’s never too early to begin to plan, and active organizing committee members are sought for next year’s Trash-Free Rappahannock. Individuals interested in having a key role should contract John Kiser, Buck Payne or Hunt Harris. Band wins first place Photo courtesy of John Wiese The Rappahannock County High School Band recently participated in a music festival in Williamsburg and brought home a first place trophy for their division. Wakefield From Page A2 performed extremely well on the National French Exam. This year, five WCDS students who received high scores on LeGrand Concurs, have been invited to the special Distribution des Prix ceremony at the Green Hedges School in Vienna. • The seventh grade graduation and Lower School Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 28 at 7 p.m. All students must be in full dress uniform and attendance is mandatory for grades 1-7. • The Prep School Graduation and Awards Ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 30 at 6 p.m. Again, full dress uniform is required and attendance is mandatory for grades 8-12. • Reminder about Suipmer Sports Camps: There is still time to sign up for WCDS Basketball Camp and Soccer Camp for the week of Aug. 2-6. Everyone is welcome to participate, for more information, please contact the school at 635-8555. Children From Page A7 The National Highway Safety Administration reports that the mobilizations in 1998 played a key role in prompting more than 19 million Americans to buckle up - the largest, single year increase in seat belt use in eight years. The government estimates that if these Americans continue to wear their seat belts, 1,500 lives will be saved this year. “When we see the positive impact of these periodic waves of enforcement, we know we need zero tolerance,” said Sherertz. “Nothing is more devastating to an officer than breaking the news to parents that their child has been killed or critically injured. Enforcement not only works, but will also spare families a lifetime of pain and regret.” Virginia’s child passenger law requires that all children under the age of 16 be restrained at all times riding in a vehicle, and that children under the age of four must be restrained in a child safety seat. Officers will also be stepping up enforcement of adult seat belt laws, because it’s a proven fact that most adults who don’t buckle up themselves don’t buckle up kids. Recent research finds that an unbuckled driver is three times more likely not to restrain a child passenger. The Operation ABC Mobilization is sponsored by the Air Bag and Seat Belt Safety Campaign and the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration, and is part of an ongoing national initiative to increase seat belt use and save lives of all Americans. Sherertz and the Deputy Sheriffs of Rappahannock County urge all citizens to insure the safety of children by taking the time to properly restrain children before transporting them in a vehicle.

• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 May 26, 1999 Citizen of the Week Donn Hackney Home: Washington Occupation: Health/P.E. Teacher and Varsity Baseball Coach, Rappahannock High School Accomplishments: In addition to teaching and coaching, Mr. Hackney serves on the Eighth Grade Transition Team, Which helps eighth graders adjust to high school life. Outside of the school, Mr. , Hackney is an active member of Washington Baptist Church. His activities there include being a member of the Men’s Brotherhood, and taping church services to send to individuals who are physically unable to attend church. He also coaches baseball for the Rappahannock Athletic Association. Prior to teaching, Mr. Hackney worked as Director of Fairfax House, a group home for troubled teens. A husband and father of two, he says that he likes working with teens. Weekend Picks i Concerts scheduled Rappahannock County High School Band’s Spring Concert will be held June 1 at the Rappahannock County High School on Tuesday, June 1 at 7 p.tn. The public is cordially invited to this free concert. Features of the 1999 Spring Concert will be senior clarinetists Robin Kaye and Claire Sehadler and RCHS Band’s new cadence composed by percussionist Steve Kastuck featuring senior snare drummer, Amanda Brown. The evening program will also include Celebration for Winds by John Cacavas, Encanto by Robert Smith, excerpts from Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and for the young-at-heart, Cartoon Symphony. If you would like to support this concert through the purchase of advertisement in the concert program, call Dave Gillis at 9878817. All contributions are tax deductible. The Rappahannock Elementary School Band will have a concert on June 3 at 7 p.m. at the elementary school gym. All are welcome. DARE Day at RCES DARE and Field Day will be held on Friday, May 28 at Rappahannock County Elementary School. This wonderful day is made possible through the efforts of Captain Jeff Brown and the Rappahannock Sheriff’s Office, Miss Carol Nowakoski, RCES P.E. Teacher and the efforts of many volunteers. Call Jan Makela at 987-8259 or 937-5718 if you would like to help with the event and please plan to attend. Civil War Days set Sperryville will host Civil War Days, a two-day event featuring talks by Civil War authors, music of the 1860’s war years, and discussions by local authorities on how the war touched the county. The events will take place Saturday and Sunday, May 29 and 30 at the Old Sperryville Bookshop and at Faith Mountain Company, sponsors of the free event that is open to the public.The bookshop can be reached at 987-8444. Rappahannock Garden Club celebrates 50 years BY HELEN PLATT Rappahannock News Contributing Writer A grand birthday party marked the 50th anniversary of the Rappahannock County garden Club. More than a 100 members, former members and friends gathered at the Fauquier Springs Country Club to celebrate the occasion at a bountiful luncheon. Clubs from neighboring communities were well represented and Shenandoah District President and Past President, Mrs. K.L. Chapman and Mrs. Ronald F. Sturm were honored guests. The Madison Garden Club honored the club’s birthday with a contribution to the Nature Camp which is operated by the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs. Members Celine Siira and Carol Miller had created table centerpieces which carried out the golden anniversary theme and gave the whole room a mood of festive gaiety. Contributing to the party atmosphere was music by harpist Lorraine Espinola for which member Mary Priest was responsible. Programs for the day were designed by Florence Nordone and executed by Angela Wood. They displayed a reproduction of an Ikebana watercolor DeEtte Axelson on the cover. The by .A. original painting was awarded as a door prize which was won by Helen Fairfax. Hostesses for the celebration were Lucia Kilby, Mar I '55 Kevercomb, and Maggie Bracewell. Club President Betty Wood played a major role in organizing the day’s events. Betty Wood introduced special and honored guests and the former club presidents in attendance. Members of years were recognized and the charter member of the club who could attend, Mrs. C.E. Johnson (Elisabeth) was toasted with enthusiasm. Lucia Kilby and Florence Nordone reviewed highlights of the club’s history with remembered anecdotes. 1 :d ^ sts V ents % if 20 1 he one * The climax of the day’s activities came when program chairman Maggie Bracewell introduced Kiyoko Uyeda, Professor of Ikebana, who demonstrated three styles of Ikenobo arrangements. Ikenobo is just one school of Ikebana but is considered the most representative. Mrs. Uyeda has taught and exhibited in the Washington, D.C. area since 1964 and is active in the Ikebana Society there. She created ten varied arrangements before a rapt audience while Mr. Uyeda stood by to assist her when needed. He made amusing comments of explanation as she worked and described himself as her chauffeur and her “gopher.” Both club members and guests deemed the day a big success and well worth the time and effort expended in bringing it about. Top:Secretary/Treasurer DeEtte Axelson and President Betty Wood arranging the table for special guests. Middle, Mrs. C.E. Johnson (Elisabeth), a charter member of the Garden Club, is assisted by President Betty Wood in cutting the birthday cake. Bottom, Club members for at least 20 years, left to right, Harriett Stokes, Florence Nordone, Edna Metzinger, Christine Johnston, Dee Hume and Helen Fairfax. Mary Marocchi, the seventh member of this group is not pictured. Guest Betty Jones, daughter of charter member Mrs. Elisabeth Johnson, is in the foreground. Mrs. Kiyoko Uyeda with arrangements she created. Her demonstration of Ikebana was the program feature for the luncheon. Below, Club officers Carol Miller, Vice President and DeEtte Axelson, Secretary/Treasurer with Maggie Bracewell, Program Chairman. Mary Revercomb and Lucia Kilby, two of the hostesses for the luncheon, as they give name tags to guests. Photos by Charlotte Laing and Lucia Kilby. fjfjftiilOl’ ,iijai9*K' "Central Station” at The Theatre Golden Globe winner for Best Foreign Film to be shown May 28 Winner of the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Film, "Central Station" is a movie utterly unlike anything Hollywood would produce. To begin with, the star, Fernanda Montenegro, plays a 67-year old woman who spends her days at Rio de Janeiro's train station writing letters for illiterate passengers. Rather than bothering to mail the letters, she simply throws most of them away. The other star is an 11-year-old shoeshine boy, Vinicius de Oliveira, that the director found working at the train station, a boy who not only had no movie acting experience but had never even seen a movie. One day Dora (Montenegro) witnesses the accidental death of one of her customers, a woman who had been seeking a reunion with the father of her son, Josue (Oliveira). Grudgingly, Dora takes responsibility for the young boy and they begin a journey to find Jesue's father. This becomes a Filliniesque road show as the two bond and life-worn Dora’s spirit is awakened. Montenegro, a fifty-year veteran of the stage and the biggest star in Brazil, demonstrates a masterful control of nuance and understatement with a naturalness and homely beauty worthy of her Golden Globe and Oscar Best Actress nominations. (R-115 minutes) RAAC is showing this fine film Friday, May 28 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre. Admission is $5 for adults and $4 for students. Note: Miramax Films has yet to release "Life is Beautiful" to colleges and small theatres, like ours. We have re-booked it for August 27 and have been assured it will be available at that time.

Church Activities 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. 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. Homecoming at Gid Broiun Homecoming services will be held at Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church on Sunday, June 6. The Rochester family from Blacksburg, S.C- will be singing at 10 a.m. followed by Donnie Farmer of Annie Walk, W.Va. preaching at the 11 a.m. service. Lunch will be served at 12. Beginning at 1:30 the Rochester family will be singing again. Scott Matthews of Blacksburg, S.C. will be preaching at 2 p.m. Gid Brown Pastor John Burke invites everyone to attend. 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. Bus trip planned First Baptist Church of Washington is sponsoring a bus trip to Washington D.C. for a luncheon cruise on the Potomac June 26. The luncheon will be from 10:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will cost $50 per adult. Full payment must be received by the third Sunday in June. If you are interested or need more information contact Sherron Boddie at 675-3840 or Nan Roberts at 399-9815. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. 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. County Methodist services County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, May 30 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. Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting Praise service at F. T. Baptist A Bluegrass gospel group, King’s Messengers of Virginia will be at F T. Baptist Church on Slate Mills Road Sunday, May 30. Desserts will be served at 5:30 p.m. and the service will begin at 7. All are welcome. 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 Play to be presented “The Book of the Seven Seals,” a Biblical play directed and written by Rev. Dr. Wendell R. Grant will be presented at The Theatre at Washington on Saturday, June 5 at 2 p.m. The event is sponsored by the Deacons and Deaconess of First Baptist Church in Washington. A free will offering will be taken. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. A Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson 111 Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, Adults & Children, 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Wednesday: Mrs. Clark enjoys day out visiting Early Sunday morning, Mrs. June Clark was picked up from the Mont Vue Nursing Home in Luray by Misty Hitt and Tim and Edie Falls for a day out. Mrs^ Clark attended her church, The Woodville baptist Church, for Friends Day. She enjoyed fellow shipping with her friends and neighbors. Sunday afternoon she spent visiting with friends at her home for about five hours. Those vis Woodville iting her at home were Tim, Edie, Samantha and Robert Falls, David Timbers, Richard and Rena Burke, and Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke. Mrs. Clark’s visitors during the week were Rev. Alphesus Atkins, Billy and Nina Fox, Kathleen and Odell Adams, Alice Pullen, Shirley Settle and Misty Hitt. Mrs. Clark’s address remains Mont Vue Nursing Home, 30 Mont Vue Drive, Luray, Va. 22835. Her room number-is 119-A. She appreciates your visits, cards, and prayers so keep up your encouragement. This expression of care helps to lift the spirit of a sick or disabled person. Susan Butler’s son, Jeff Holder, grad uated from VMI on May 15. He received a degree in Civil Engineering and he will be working in Christensburg. David Scherer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Scherer, is visiting friends in Amsterdam, Holland and Paris, France. Dr. John O’Bannon, of Richmond, visited with his mother, Mrs. Louise O Bannon, on Wednesday. Dr O’Bannon stayed for dinner. Mrs. Audra Crawford’s Sunday visitors were Jim and Lillian Sykes of Culpeper and Curtis and Katherine Crawford of Flint Hill. Friday evening Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke were guest of Michele’s parents, John and Debbie Suche in Culpeper. Others present for family night were Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Suche and Mr. and Mrs. Butch Harris and Blake. During the week those stopping by Die and Michele Burke’s home to visit with Walter Milton for the first time were Charlotte Gaines, Marshall and Geneva Burke, Daniel and Bessie Norman, and Paul and Mary Wiley. /<On Sunday Kinsey and Flossie1 Wharton attended a birthday party for Angela Hitt in Sperryville. The party was^hosted by Angela’s parents, Mr. and MrsL’ , Calvin Atkins. Happy birthday Angela. Richard and Rena Burke visited witK^ John, Nina, Leslie and Eric Norman in-' Washington on Sunday evening. -, After attending church for the first", time on Sunday, Walter Milton Burke and * his parents had lunch in Warrenton. Walter will be a week old Tuesday, May 25. The Five Forks Regular Baptist Church will be hosting a Revival/Homecoming June 13 through June 16. The speaker will be Dr. Paul D. Hawkins, Pastor of the Tidewater Baptist Temple at Virginia Beach. Dr. Hawkins grew up in the Five Forks area and attended the Five Forks Regular Baptist Church. His parents were Raymond and Sallie Norman Hawkins. His grandparents Mr. and Mrs. , Benjamin F. Hawkins, and his great,-),, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James A...^ Burke, were co-founders of the church at Five Forks during the 1920’s. , Continue to call Rena Burke at 987.-, . 8330 with your news items. Feel free tp i call anytime during the week. Your con- j tributions are appreciated. . <• Weekend rains delighted community ; I hope your plans weren’t spoiled by the much needed rain we received on Saturday evening. All the trees and plants appeared greener after their roots were quenched. Hopefully, the rain washed the pollen out of the air so our normal voices will return instead of us sounding as if we inhaled helium. I’ve been croaking more than a frog. Congratulations to all of our graduating seniors! Best of luck to each of you as you follow your own yellow brick road. Happy 52nd anniversary to Margaret and Wallace Stover who will enjoy another year of wedded bliss on Thursday, May 27. May 27 is a big day for John Mills, too, who will be celebrating his birthday. The Learning Center of Culpeper is offering a babysitting course for ages 12-16. Admission is on a first-comefirst served basis until the allowed capacity is reached. Registration forms are available at the Early Learning Center located at 673 Sunset Lane and the cost is $10. The course will begin Monday, June 21 and run through Friday, June 25 from 9 a.m. until 12. The registration form and fee is due by Friday, June 18. The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company’s carnival is June 23-26. The ni 1TMT\A riTM t>y bLC/IMlIA i»UM 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 infor mation. May 29 is set aside for children and adults who are in „ need of clothes to visit the ) First Baptist Church of,Washington’s Clothes Closet which will be open from 10^a.m. until 2. There is no obli-, gation or fee. With schools windingdown, end-of-the-year exams will be taking place. Help your ( child do well by insisting they I get plenty of rest, study, eat well, and attend school. Material for the exams will be reviewed and an absence could have a negative impact. Due to the Memorial Day holiday, I will be picking the news up at Hackley’s Store on * Thursday, May 27. Local public school menus RCES Public school are closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. Tuesday, June 2: Little smokies/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday, June 3: Scrambled eggs/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Thursday, June 4: Hot cakes/syrup or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Friday, June 5: Breakfast pizza or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Lunch: Tuesday, June 1: Pizza, choice of vegetables and fruit. Wednesday, June 2: Hot dog on bun, choice of vegetables and fruit. Thursday, June 3: Pork rib pattie on bun or fish fillet on bun, vegetables and fruit. Friday, June 4: Cheeseburger on bun, french fries, choice of fruit. RCHS Tuesday, June 1: Chef Boy Ar De ravioli, vegetables, fruit and hot biscuit or pizza, fruit. Wednesday, June 2: Pork pattie on bun, vegetables and fruit or cheeseburger on bun, fruit. Thursday, June 3: Taco’s/beef cheese, french fries, fruit or turkey sub, fruit. Friday, June 4: Pizza, vegetables and fruit, cheeseburger on bun, fruit. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hilly VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. 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"inflexible in faith, invincible in arms...” On this day, as we mourn for those who have died on the battlefield throughout our nation's history , may we remember that through the ages, faith has softened the sting of death. r “Nor yet for the ravage of winter I mourn; Kind nature the embryo blossom will sere. The spring shall yet visit the smoldering urn; The day shall yet dawn on the night of the grove.” Sundas Acts IX: 18-28 Monday Romans 12:1-21 Tursdat Psalm 25 Wcdnesdas Psalm 32 ' Ihursdat Psalm 51 Fridas Psalm 57 Saturday Ksod us 33:12-23 Scriptures Selected by The American Bible Society Copyrrght 1999 rteister-Wi«»ams Newspaper Services. 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Just in time for spring... Mountain Spring Antiques & Bargains Also miniature horses BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Special Writer John Munson’s first attempt at selling antiques should be a hit. He has got all the ingredients: location, product and a great place for display. The building used to be a motor lodge from the 40’s through the early 70’s. It looks like a Dutch gingerbread house with four mini-cottages to the right. Now the whole facility will house Munson’s wares. “Everything from A to Z,” Munson says, “for the past couple years, I’ve been buying estates. That’s what supplies the products here. I go all over Virginia up to Maryland to auction houses and estate sales. I was coming back from Charlottesville one day from an auction and this place had a for rent sign on it. So I called the number and the previous owner said ‘Come on down to my house and talk to me.’ So I went to his house and ended up buying the place, because I had a need for a retail outlet for my merchandise.” “We buy lots of different estates, the contents of the estate, and end up with lots of different personalities. Sometimes you do well and sometimes you don’t. You have to make a reasonable offer that’s good for both the buyer and the seller.” Munson believes, “Presentation is 99 percent of selling something and this place is so charming. That’s everyone’s first reaction. People will want to stop and with the miniature horses, it’s just too inviting.” Yes, out in the front yard are miniature horses. Munson has 20 of them at home and is planning on buying more. He is currently showing and selling them at Mountain Spring. People buy them now as pets. Munson plans to have a miniature horse park in back of the building by the fall, with hayrides or a stagecoach pulled by the horses. He would also like to do shows with the horses and hold birthday parties for children at Mountain Spring. Mike Helms kicks off Redskins raffle for Hospice Former Redskin Mike Helms, owner of Champion Chevrolet/Geo/Oldsmobile, has teamed up with Hospice of the Rapidan and Rex’s Sports Club to kick off a Redskins Ticket Raffle to raise money for Hospice’s Benevolent Care Fund. The kick-off party will be held on Thursday, June 3 at 2:30 p.m. at Rex’s on Davis Street in Culpeper. The raffle features two prize packages worth approximately $1,000 each. Each package includes four premium seats on the 40-yard line, nine rows behind the Redskins’ bench, and reserved parking at the new Jack Kent Cooke stadium. One package is for the Sept. 12 game against the Dallas Cowboys; the second is for the Nov. 28 game against the Philadelphia Eagles. These generous prizes were donated by Ann Mattingly and Nancy Garrett, in memory of their dear friend Jessie C. Barton, a former hospice patient. Raffle tickets are $5 each, with the drawing to be held Aug. 6. Tickets may be purchased at he party, or by calling Hospice of the Rapidan at 825-4840 during normal office hours. , Subscribe to the Rappahannock Maws, Call 675-3338. SCENES AT MOUNTAIN SPRING: Miniature horses seem to be Mountain. John Munson, below, inside the recently renovated shop. m ■ . iiir 1 ii - - < - irt i: I Photos by Lee Coghan at home in front of Spring How did miniature horses come to be?, you may ask. Munson explains, “The Kings and Queens bred the small horses down for their children. To do that, they picked out the smallest horses and mated them with each other. Miniature horses are a breed of size. When there wasn’t any need for that anymore, there were al these miniature horses in England and a need developed in America for the horses, to pull the coal carts in the coal mines.” Munson relates, “What made me go in the miniature horse business? I was watching 20/20. This nun had a miniature horse in a dog carrying case, getting ready to board an airplane to go to a horse show. That’s how the nuns supported the convent. I was a horse raiser at that time,” and I thought, “What am I doing with these big horses?” “I bought some miniature horses and started breeding about two years ago. I bought four and now I have 20. They require less work than taking care of big horses. Through the Internet and buying them, I was educated pretty quickly. They’re a pricey animal, but they’re well worth the expense. They don’t intimidate anyone and everyone loves them” said Munson.. ‘They are pretty docile as far as horses go. Shetland ponies can be kind of nippy and stubborn, and that’s what people think of when they see these horses” he added. Munson said, “People from Northern Virginia respond really well to the idea of doing birthday parties out "here. There’s not enough for children to do here. This would be a fun thing to occupy their busy little minds.” All of Munson’s horses are registered with the American Miniature Horse Registry, the finest pedigree available, and they are for sale. The prices start at $500 and go up. In addition to Mountain Spring, Munson is a state registered contractor and has been for 20 years. “I built the house I live in now, a 4000 square foot rancher” said Munson. And Munson has been partners with Sam Snead since 1982. They had both been working at another realty company, when they decided to open their own company. “We moved in November 1, 1982 at the intersection of Routes 55 and 340 in Front Royal,” Munson says. “Sam manages the real estate and I build a house when I really get bored. I built a couple last year and this is my project for this year. Didn’t have floors in here, the plumb ing didn’t work. The place had been neglected. I redid the floors and put the carpeting down and painted” said Munson. And the response has been good. There was a good response even while we were here working. Everyone’s initial reaction has been, “This is so cute!” The locals are so glad to see us here taking care of the place. They appreciate the place being occupied and fixed up. Mountain Spring Antiques and Bargains officially opened two weeks ago and will be open Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. April through December, but if the need arises, days of operation will increase. “Right now, it’s a family operation,” says Munson. His wife helps tend and fix up the store, and his daughter, Ashley, is in charge of the horses. So if you stop by during the week, there is a good chance someone will be there. Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day to remember those who have died in our nation’s service. After the Civil War many people in the North and South decorated graves of fallen soldiers with flowers. Decoration Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 and was first observed on May 30, 1868. In 1882, the name was changed to Memorial Day, and in 1971, President Nixon declared Memorial Day a national holiday to be held on the last Monday in May. Between the American Revolution and Gulf War, over 26 million men and women have served our country in wartime. Nearly 900,000 never came home. SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY I Degree Completion Program Program Briefings and Q&A Sessions: Thursday, June 3 - 6:30 pm Saturday, June 5 - 9:30 am (pkose call to reserve your spact) For the latest information call: 703/777-7414 Bachelor of Management with a minor in Information Systems and Computer Technology! Program Highlights e-mail: dpavsek@su.edu on the web at: www.su.edu/bsb/ degreecompietion/ • 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 Ixtudoun Campus in Leesburg! Wednesday, May 26, 1999 B3 Upcoming Events Fall soccer registration set The Rappahannock County Soccer League announces that fall soccer registration will start in June. There will be on-site registration at RCES on June 5 from 9 a m. until noon. The registrar will be at the soccer fields to take registrations. Registration fees are $35 for the first child and $30 for each additional child. New players must bring a copy of their birth certificate. Registration forms will also be placed at the main offices of RCES and RCHS starting June 1. Please feel free to call the registrar, Sara Lawrey, at 675-1781 with any questions you may have. Benefit car wash planned The Girls Basketball team will sponsor a car wash on Saturday, May 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the 211 Quicke Mart. The charge is $5 per vehicle. For more information call Luther Stanley at 987-8277. Library closed for holiday The Rappahannock Library will be closed Saturday, May through Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. 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, Main Street Extended in Washington will sponsor a Clothes Closet on Saturday, May 29 and June 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on both days. The Clothes Closet will have all sizes from children to adult. “There is no obligation, no fee, just come in and you will be blessed, said a spokesperson.” Volunteers needed for carnival The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual carnival June 2-5. Volunteers are needed to work in the cook shack each evening. The donation of baked goods would also be appreciated. 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. Anyone willing to assist with duties should contact Michelle Jenkins at 987-9440. 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 Turnmeyer at 6358278. The carnival will be held July 21-24. Summer camps scheduled TASC for Teens of Jeffersonton is organizing and leading two 2-week Canadian Wilderness Fishing Summer Camps to beautiful Northern Ontario for youth ages 10-17 on July 17-30 and Aug. 7-20. The trips will leave from Jeffersonton and include qualified and caring staff, complete instruction, round-trip transportation, meals, most camping equipment, cabin lodging, and motorboat. For more information call 937-8272. 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. Ragged Mountain activity set The following activity has have been scheduled through Ragged Mountain Resource Center. More information may be obtained by calling Hunt Harris at 987-3366. Saturday, May 29: Trash Art Exhibit at Middle Street Gallery, May 29, 30 and 31. Call 675-3267 to enter. Child Care workshop set The Fauquier County Department of Social Services, Child Nutrition, Inc. and Virginia Cooperative Extension have teamed up to offer a workshop on Starting a Family Child Care Business. The workshop is scheduled for Saturday, June 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will be at the Department of Social Services, 320 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. If you have thought about caring for children in your home, this workshop will help you develop a plan to run a successful child care business. Participants will learn about resources available to them to ensure ongoing success in running a child care business. Contracts, insurances, taxes, record keeping, start-up costs, fees, and marketing will also be addressed. For further information and to register for the workshop call Linda G. Murphy at 727-3435, extension 3 or the Fauquier Coupty Extension Office at 341-7950. Registration is needed by June 10

(Kozo (Does your (jarden Qrozv? Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Todd Fortune Top: The Middle School Band dons some interesting hats during their performance in the spring musical “How Does Your Garden Grow” at the elementary school. Bottom: The sixth and seventh grade chorus performs a number for the audience. Businesses prepare for holiday Several Sperryville businesses are preparing for special sales, etc. for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, May 29-31. Faith Mountain will celebrate its 22nd anniversary this upcoming weekend. There will be lots of bargains inside and out. The sale will be May 28-31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The tent closes at 4 p.m. on Monday. In the village, the Old Sperryville Bookshop will host Sperryville Civil War Days, a two-day (Saturday and Sunday) event featuring talks by Civil War authors, music of the 1860’s war years and discussions by local authorities on how the war touched Rappahannock. You won’t want to miss this event! Former resident Danny Hitt will be on hand Sunday, May 30 to sign his recently released book, “The Battle Mountain Affair” at the Old Sperryville Bookshop. Many other stores will be having special events and sales. We encourage you to take time to visit these local shops. Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Atkins of Acronbrook Lane entertained with a birthday party on Sunday in honor of their daughter, Angela. In addition to husband Josh and son, Nicholas others helping . her celebrate were Mrs. Betty Myers of Lignum, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Atkins of Washington, Mrs. Brenda Sacco of Luray, Mrs. Allen Tuel and Mandy of Culpeper, Mr. and Mrs. Kinsey Wharton of Woodville, Mrs. Marie Atkins, Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Gore and daughter, Heather and Shelby Atkins, all local. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 30. Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor invites the public to attend. Residents are reminded of the upcoming carnival which will be held June 2-5 at the Sperryville Fire Department grounds. The Sperryville Fire Department needs volunteers to help with the cook shack and provide baked goods for their upcoming carnival. Anyone that could donate baked goods to help with the four night event would be greatly appreciated. Freedom of Choice 25.00 With any Estee Lauder purchase. A sporty weekend bag. Plus your choice of makeup collections. Worth 125.00 Both collections include: • 2 All-Day Lipsticks and 2 High Gloss Lacquer for Nails in your choice of shades • Compact with 6 Two-in-One Eyeshadow Wet/Dry Formulas and Blush All Day Natural CheekCoior in your choice of shades • More Than Mascara”Moisture-Binding Formula • Full-size Raincoat Waterproofing TopCoat for Mascara • Eye Defining Pencil • Double Lipstick Case Holder • Weekend Bag Otter good while supplies lost. Quantities limited. AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL 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 Volunteers are needed to mind the various cook stations each evening and should you be able to assist with this task please contact Michelle Jenkins at 987-9440. Many Sperryville residents participated in the Rappahannock Relay-For-Life at the elementary school on Friday evening and Saturday morning. The community expresses thanks to Ester Settle for bring this event to the county. Nia Genther of Front Royal spent Friday afternoon with Tiffany Wayland at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wayland. School will be out on June 10. We have several graduating seniors within the Sperryville area. We congratulate each of you. Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Aylor visited Mr. and Mrs. John P. Lowery in Winchester on Sunday. Birthday wishes go out to my mom, Mrs. Thelma Jenkins, who celebrated hers on Tuesday, May 25. Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. Jenkins were Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cave of Boston and Mr. and Mrs. Andy Baldwin. Saturday guests in the Jenkins home were Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Dodson of Orange, Mrs. JoAnn Buracker and grandson, Cody Dodson and Mrs. Hazel Deal and Pam. Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Nethers of Stephens City were last Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Aylor. Mrs. Thelma Jenkins, Mrs. Angie Baldwin and Ashleigh Pullen visited Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cave in Boston on Friday. Miss Melissa Payne was honored on Saturday, May 15 with a bridal shower given by her sisters, Mrs. Sharon Dodson of Culpeper and Mrs. Wanda Jeffries of Madison and other family members. Those in attendance were Mrs. Barbara Payne, Mrs. Janet Clatterbuck, Mrs. Judy Alther and Joy, Mrs. Cathy Pullen and Ashleigh, Mrs. Emily Jenkins and Christal and Mrs. Lois McFarland, all of Washington. Also Mrs. Lillie Corbin, Mrs. JoAnn Buracker, Mrs. Thelma Jenkins and Miss Crystal Fincham, all of Sperryville, Mrs. Lillian Frazier of Castleton, Mrs. Judy Pullen, Mrs. Joan Broyles, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Menefee, Mrs. Sharon Dodson and Brittani, Mrs. Janet Burke, Miss Windy Jenkins and Mrs. Karen Colvin, all of Culpeper. Also attending were Miss Nicole Brundage and Mrs'. Wanda Jeffries and Lauren, all of Madison, Mrs. Randa Sherman and Rebecca of Remington, Mrs. Dorothy Groves and Katie and Mrs. Christie Fox and Alexandra, all of Luray, Miss Beth Ann Cotton of Laurel, Md. and Mrs. Lucy Cotton of Port Jervis, N.Y. , Miss Payne will wed' Nathan Cotton on June 26 at Trinity Baptist Church in Warrenton. Have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! Sisters return from N ew York vacation Mrs. Juanita Settle and her sister Mrs. Monetta Williams of San Jose, Calif, spent four days lust week in Vatarica, New York touring Niagara Falls, Finger Lakes and Niagara on the lake while visiting with their aunt, Mrs. Kay Housekneecht. Happy birthday to Ginger Estes on Thursday, May 27 and to Mrs. Beverly Frazier in Spotsylvania on Friday, May 28. Wishes are also extended to Mrs. Edie Falls of Woodville and Waverly Frazier of Castleton, who will both celebrate on Saturday, May 29. We wish you both much happiness for the coming year. On Saturday Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark visited Mrs. Ollie Vann at Culpeper Health Care in Culpeper and en route home visited Mr. and Mrs. Waverly Frazier in Castleton. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clark of Manassas were Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Mrs. Barbara Embrey of Marshall and Mrs. Ann Simmons were Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Our condolences to the family of Cletus Printz in Amissville who passed away on Friday at Overlook Care Center in Warrenton. Funeral services were held on Monday at Forest Grove Baptist Church in Viewtown with burial at Washington Masonic Cemetery. Best wishes to Rock and Lynn Smoot who will celebrate their wedding anniversary on Thursday, May 27. Our sympathy to Arthur Smoot and his family in Flint Hill on the passing of his wife, Goldie on Saturday at the Lynn Care Center in Front Royal. Mrs. Smoot was a member of the Washington Baptist Church and loved visits from her church family. Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Clark of Lebanon Church were Monday afternoon visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. DARE Day will be held at the Rappahannock Elementary School on Friday, May 28. The community is encouraged to support this endeavor and volunteer to help should you have the day available. Much work goes in to preparing for this day and the students enjoy these demonstrations so much. Special thanks to Jeff Brown, Sheriff Larry Sherertz and his entire office for providing this Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 service to the students of Rappahannock. On Saturday Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz attended the confirmation of their grandson, Eric Sengstack in Centreville at the United Methodist Church. Amanda Clark, a junior at Rappahannock High School ‘ and eight other students and ; nine chaperons spent May 10 until 14 in the Bahamas. Amanda said this was her first plane and boat ride and she was real thrilled about the trip. Mrs. Alice Butler entertained with a birthday dinner in honor of her mother, Mrs. Emma Jenkins on Sunday. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Jim Dellinger and Mr. and Mrs. Downing Hit of Castleton, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley of' Fredericksburg, Mr. and Mrs.■ Phil Butler of Falls Church, Alicia Butler and Kevin McGuire of Vienna and Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Butler. Sincere sympathy is extended to Rev. and Mrs* Phillip Bailey upon the loss of Rev. Bailey’s mother last week. Birthday wishes are extended to Betty Pullen whd will celebrate her special dajf on Saturday, May 29. Town residents have surely noticed the work underway at the Washington Baptist Church. Members are excited about the new church work. Many Washington resi-* dents participated in the. Relay-for Life on Friday and* Saturday at the. Rappahannock Elementary School. The Bailey’s Baptist team joined others there for a wonderful evening. Many thanks to all who worked so hard to make this such a successful event. Please call 675-3608 when you have family gatherings, birthday celebrations, social ■ notes or other news of interest for this column. £ ; I hope everyone has a nice ■ and safe Memorial Day week- ’• end. *

Obituaries Ray Nicholson Retired carpenter Ray A. Nicholson, 81, of Huntly died Thursday, May 20 at Mont Vue Nursing Home in Luray. Graveside services were held May 22 at the Flint Hill Cemetery by Arnold “Win” Davis. Mr. Nicholson was born July 1, 1917 in Syria, son of Felton S. and Claudia Fincham Nicholson. He was a retired carpenter. Surviving are one brother, Reid Nicholson of Front Royal and a sister, Mildred Ackliss of Arlington. Memorial contributions may be made to the Flint Hill Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department, P.O. Box 150, Flint Hill, Va. 22627 Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Gaile Ratos Washington resident Gaile Lucille Katos, 48, of Washington died Wednesday, May 19 in the INOVA Fairfax Hospital, Fairfax. Mrs. Katos was bom Jan. 28, 1950 in DuBois, Pa., the daughter of Mary Louise Hanner Mohney of Rochester, N.Y. and the late Howard George Mohney. In addition to her mother, she is also survived by her husband, Richard William Katos and one son, Nicholas J. McIntosh of Baltimore, Md Also surviving are two brothers, Charles F. Mohney and David G. Mohney, both of Rochester, N.Y. She was predeceased by one brother, Howard G. Mohney Jr. A memorial service was conducted at the St. Peter’s Catholic Mission in Washington on Saturday, May 22 with Father Robert Lange officiating. Turner-Robertshaw Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Goldie Smoot County native Goldie Anna Smoot, 73, of Flint Hill died Saturday, May 22 at the Lynn Care Center in Front Royal. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, May 25 at Washington Baptist Church with the Rev. Phillip Bailey. Burial followed at Washington Masonic Cemetery. She was a native of Rappahannock County and a member of the Washington Baptist Church. She loved flowers and one of her greatest joys was the Washington Baptist Church and its family. 1 She was born April 10, 1926, a daughter of Lewis C. and Suzie Colvin Riley. She was predeceased by &■ son, Bobby L. Smoot. Surviving are her husband, Arthur O. Smoot; a daughter, Elizabeth Ann Smoot Bywaters and her husband James B. of Flint Hill; three sons, Arthur O. Smoot Jr. and his wife Faye and Gary L. Smoot, all of Front Royal and William F. Smoot and his wife Frances of Culpeper and a daughter-in-law. Kathy A. Smoot of Flint Hill. Also surviving are two sisters, Maffie Smith of Shenandoah and Helen Grimsley of The Plains and a brother, Lewis C. Riley Jr. of Stephens City. Additional survivors include seven grandchildren, James B. Bywaters Jr., Scott Smoot, Brandon Smoot, Dasha Sealock, Lisa Smoot, Krystal Smoot and Debbie Sisk and one great-granddaughter, Ashlyn Smoot. Pallbearers were Bruce Vierling, Bobby Frye, Carroll Racer, Sam Snead, Scott Smoot, Robert Clatterbuck, Waverly Frazier, J.P. Walters and Sam Foreback. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Washington Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 209, Washington, Va. 22747. Viewtown social notes Sympathy is extended to the family of Cletus Printz. Mr. Printz died Friday, May 21 at Warrenton Overlook Care Center. He was a carpenter and farmer. *.$• Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON j 937-4904 Mr. Printz was a member and deacon of Forest Grove Baptist Church here in Viewtown. Mrs. Helen Edwards and David Dove of Manassas were guests of Mrs. Edwards’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson on Monday. Mrs. Becky Frazier of Culpeper was also a Monday guest. Visiting in the Dodson Ferguson promoted Isaac C. Ferguson has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of airman first class. Ferguson is a supply management apprentice assigned to the 2nd Supply Squadron at Barksdale Air Force Base, Bossier City, La. j He is the son of Barry and Annette Ferguson of Woodville. The airman is a 1997 graduate of Culpeper County High School. home on Friday was Mrs. Barbara Settle. Susan Weaver of Culpeper was a weekend guest of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson and her father, Charles Dodson Jr. Anyone with Viewtown news is encouraged to give me a call to have it included in this column. by Randy Minter OF THE MOMENT To watch a child at play is to know the great benefit that comes from living in the moment. When the past is but a recalled memory and the future is of little importance, one is free to live unencumbered in the present with the mind focused on the important matters at hand. Those who are able to live their lives by the moment find they are happier as a result. In the words of Andre Gide, “In order to be utterly happy the only thing necessary is to refrain from comparing this moment with other moments in the past, which I often did not fully enjoy because I was comparing them with other moments of the future.” How true this is! We often “waste” the moments we are given by comparing them to others. So often we have what we need right in front of us, and yet how often we simply want more. Taking stock of life's current joys can fill the heart with gratitude and ease. At the Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., we welcome people from all backgrounds and denominations, and we'll design services to meet your needs. Losing one you love is a vulnerable time, and you'll find we treat you with respect. Call 347-3431. “The now, the here, through which all future plunges to the past. ” ~ James Joyce Cletus Printz Carpenter, Farmer Cletus Howard Printz, 91, of Amissville died Friday, May 21 at Wdrrenton Overlook Care Center. Mr. Printz was bom April 18, 1908 in Page County, son of the late Thomas Jackson and Ada Belle Nichols Printz. He was a self-employed carpenter and farmer. Mr. Printz was a,member and deacon of Forest Grove Baptist Church. He was married to the late Florence Eva Printz. Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy P. Woodward of Dumfries and Elizabeth P. wells of Hampton; one son, William C. Printz of Amissville; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at Forest Grove Baptist Church with Rev. William Snead officiating. Burial followed at Washington Masonic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Franklin Woodward, W.G. Eastham Jr., Tbm Massie, Richard Eastham, Lewin Eastham and Daniel Hitt. Honorary pallbearers were John Jenkins, Charlie May, Thomas Eastham, W.G. Eastham Sr., James Massie, David Fannon Sr. and W.L. Payne Sr. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Rapidan, P.O. Box 715, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Flint Hill residents entertain Ken and Cathy Cieslak and family of Ruthers Glen were Sunday visitors of the latter’s parents, Ernie and Thelma Crane. The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have worship service on Sunday, May 30 at 11 a.m. with The Rev John Farrar of Culpeper delivering the message. The public is welcome. Our condolences to the families of Goldie Smoot and Ray Nicholson who passed away. Pattie Lawler and Christine Vest were in Winchester shopping on Saturday. Visiting with Edna Lillard on Sunday were Mark and Diane Graves of Summerduck, Edith Graves of Fredericksburg, Wayne Graves of Remington, Lois Duncan of Broad Run and Allison Lillard of Manassas. Jim Curtis of Linden was a Sunday visitor of his parents, Jack and Mary Curtis. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Pat Whorton of Woodville was a Monday guest of her grandmother Christine Vest. Rodney Vest visited his mother on Friday. Elizabeth Welch attended her school softball game in Culpeper on Friday, when the Orioles lost their first game to the Mets. Their record is now 5 to 1. Sarah Smoot of Amissville and her friend, Hobie visited with Elizabeth after the game. Bill and Joanne Welch with Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 Elizabeth, Sarah and Hobie went to the Relay for Life at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Bill and Elizabeth spent the night, returning home on Saturday morning. Bill was among those helping with the Relay for Life. Billy Welch took his sister, Elizabeth to Front Royal on Sunday to see the new movie, “Star Wars.” Billy was treating Elizabeth to a movie and goodies. Flint Hill residents are especially proud to say that Ester Settle is part of their community. Mrs. Settle was the coordi nator for the first Rappahannock Relay-for-Life held in the county. The event was held on Friday and Saturday at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Once during the evening someone made a comment that no one could say “no” to Mrs. Ester and how true that comment was and ever so apparent the entire evening. She deserves much praise for her hard working efforts for this cause. We are confident that she worked behind the scenes for many hours that no one will ever know about. She is truly dedicated to the cause. Should you see her aropnd the community, say thank-you to her for such a great job. The Brady Bunch ‘99 group from here in the Flint Hill community raised the most money for a team which totalled $4,615. And, our own Ellen Joback was the top fundraiser. Flint Hill has much to be proud about. Congratulations to all who worked so hard to support this endeavor. 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. 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Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 BILL CATO & CD. DESIGN / BUILD HOMES AND ESTATES 540-937-3039 CASTLETON, VA VA CLASS A 2705 037627 A Joseph F. Keyser Building Construction Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 Construction ‘‘Specializing in quality workmanship." Greg Hutcheson f540J 622-2875 Class "A" Licensed And Insured EXCAVATING Keys Excavating & Landscaping We do it all! Free estimates Insured 540-987-9259 Excavating Dniuun of L*c customers are #J priority Maury Sutphin (540)675-3429 374 Ben Venue Rd Hun HiU, \ A 2262 7 Vest's Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Truck Hauling, Ditch Digging, Culverts, Mowing, Eiusnhogging & Driveway Grading, Snow Removal 675-1117 Landscaping Flint Hill Nursery ~ Offering full service lawn maintenance - Complete landscape design and installation Free Estimates 675-1005 Or 675-3150 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (S40) 547-3451 PAINTING Sp&ciSi3,cfi,eint VinvT siding Interior & Exterior Painting Full service, experienced Gina Johnson 540-923-4652 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, VA 987-8555 PLUMBING ELECTRICAL PtXLEiVS Pumps & Watertieaters In-Stock Installation ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING Class A Certified Complete Line Water Soft Conditioners Free Estimates on Sew RorL 540-67S-3249 Restaurants THE COUNTRY CAFE Moncfey-Dusday 8 am to 9 pm. Friday-SAiday 8 am. to 9 pm Sunday 8 am to 3 pm 675-1066 Take out Available SIGNS & CALLIGRAPHY DAVE T TE'S STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storage Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Sizes 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 SPEKKYYICLE STORAGE CO. Safe Handy Storage Residential fonnerdal Reasonable Rules 540/987 -8507 M'IKKVVMII. VA TAX PREPARATION : '" ';l . nr a "v PREPARATION Delta Accounting 937-7541 EXCAVATING BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane. Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 Specialized Backhoe Dump Truck Bushhogging it Service ,ruc" Mowing Water, Utility, Gravel, Sand, Dirt Landscaping Drains Lines Topsoil & Mulch Snow Removal Footers & Hauling Culverts Driveways NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL TODO BROWN TELEVISION GREYSTONE TV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shack Dealer. Kitchen Aid. Whirlpool & Roper Appliances 312 North Main St.. Madison (540) 948-2200 WOODSTOVES WOODSTOVES The largest selection m VA Sierra, Jotul, Waterford, Hearthstone & Pellet Stoves ACME STOVE CO. 1329 E. High Street CHARLOTTESVILLE (804) 971-6777 FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Barb Wire, American Wire, Cham Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail ft.l. uni i r-1-J-.ll-l.l- A IrTnfwcy rsncmg avsimote Also Curtis Crawford « Home: 540-675-3943 p*g«r: 399-2688 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. 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PEONIES & IRIS are now blooming at Country Flower Garden. Don’t miss out this year! We will be opening this Thurs, and Fri., from 10am-2:00pm, Sat. 95pm. 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. r Mlsc. For Solo 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 Rf. 15 and Rt. 66. Haymarkat, VA. 888-723-3554 294 Giveaways BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut. 703-2950678. FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 I 3V4 YR Old Dalmatian. Female. Spayed. In! credibly friendly w/ people. Housebroken but needs space to run. 540-349-2630 *r mq Financial/ J'U Mortgages v J CASH FOR NOTES We pay cash for first and second deed of trust notes secured by real estate. 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V-.vesi mcsTBur Rt. 29 South Your First Stop on the Culpeper Auto Mile 547-3800 Sonny’s Auto Parts Used parts lor cars & trucks Some new parts Mobs tarernsscns&parts Instated (I purchased here) Over2.000 cars and trucks at at times Vte Buy & Set running cais and trucks Open Men-Seldb^doesd Sin Looted R 229.5 mtoe past Cutpaper l-t^i Sdiod 895-2571 * ———-\ Bids & Proposals »_' Request for Proposal - RFP 452-DL The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking proposals from qualified architectural/ engineering firms for the purposes of entering into a contract through competitive negotiations for the professional services of an Architectural/ Engineering firm, authorized to do business in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with experience in designing/ site adapting various operational buildings similar to that required for this RFP in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Construction and Professional Service Manual, December 1996, as revised. A site showing will not be conducted prior to submission of proposals, as A/E’s will be short listed based on project criteria. SCOPE OF SERVICES: Monies have been appropriated for the Construction of Rappahannock Area Headquarters. The proposed project will be located on Route 622, 0.17 miles south of the intersection of Routes 622 and 522/211 in Rappahannock County. The site is api proximately 8.0-acres. The estimated construction cost is $1,660,000. It will consist of a 1,500 SF Superintendent/ Timekeepers Office, an Equipment Storage/ Maintenance Building of approximately 11,500 SF, a general purpose storage building of approximately 1,800 SF, Twelve (12) Bay Spreader Rack, Two Pump Fuel Island, and Two (2) 82’ Diameter Dome Chemical Storage Buildings. Site work required to include (but not limited to) clearing, grading, landscaping, fencing, paving and utilities. The Superintendent/ Timekeepers Office will include office space, meeting/ training/ conference, bathrooms and administrative support areas. The Equipment Storage/ Maintenance Building will consist of two maintenance bays, wash bay and approximately 12 equipment storage bays. Requests for data relating to this Request for Proposal will be accepted by written request to VDOT, 1401 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, Attention: Marian Bancroft, or by telephone request to Marian Bancroft at (804) 786-2752. TDD (Hearing Impaired) Telephone Number (804) 371-8499. All requests for proposal data must be accompanied by the name and complete mailing address of the person to whom the material is to be directed. Proposals will be received at the Virginia Department of Transportation until 2:00 P.M. (EOT), July 1, 1999. The Department assures compliance with TITLE VI requirements of nondiscrimination in all activities pursuant to the advertisement. 5/26/99 *259443 f ■ > Bids & Proposals v__> SECTION 00010 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed proposals shall be addressed to and deposited with Dr. David Gangel, Superintendent, at the Office of the Rappahannock County School Board, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Virginia 22747, until 2:00 o.m.. local prevailing time, June 30. 1999. for the following project: New Athletic Fields for the Rappahannock County Elementary School Rappahannock County, Virginia Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the School Board Office at the time stated above. Class A Virginia General Contractor certification shall be required. Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified check, a cashier's check or the bid bond of an approved Surety Company, in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the proposal. Drawings and Project Manuals for bidding puiposes may be obtained by the contractors at the office of Hayes Large Architects, 321 North Front Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101; Phone (717) 2384795; Fax (717) 238-4800; e-mail Harrisburg GHayesLarge.com; on or after June 2, 1999, upon deposit of $100.00 for one set of Drawings and Project Manuals, which amount (less $25.00 for expense of postage and handling if documents are mailed to bidder), will be refunded to the bidder only upon submission of a bona fide bid and the return of the Drawings and Project Manuals, including addenda, to the Architect in reusable condition within ten (10) days after the date of the opening of bids; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited. A second set of Drawings and Project Manuals; may be purchased. Bidding Documents may be examined at the following locations: Dodge Plan Room, 7926 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 850, McLean VA 22102 Dodge Plan Room, 5540 Falmouth Street, Suite 304, Richmond, VA 23229 The Plan Room, 308 Turner Road, Suite D, Richmond, VA 23225 Valley Construction News, 904-C South High Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Rappahannock County School Board Office, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, VA 22747 Rappahannock County School Board reserves the right to waive any informalities in bids, or to reject any or all bids. 5/26/99 Dr. David M. Gangel w /s/ Superintendent #259285 Apartment Living r v. Brand New Apartments 2 Bedrooms From $465 3 Bedrooms From $545 CULPEPER COMMONS • 2 & 3 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 KSI Tel(540)829-8595 Fax (540)829-8596 Professionally Managed by KSI Management Corp Call The Times Community Newspapers For All of Your Employment Advertising. 703-689-1260 Bids & Proposals SECTION 00010 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIOS Sealed proposals shall be addressed to and deposited with Dr. David Gangel, Superintendent, at the Office of the Rappahannock County School Board, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Virginia 22747, until 2:00 p.m.. local prevailing time, July 7, 1999, for the following project: Additions and Alterations to the Rappahannock County High School Rappahannock County, Virginia Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the School Board Office at the time stated above. Class A Virginia General Contractor certification shall be required A Prebid Conference will be held at 2:00 P.m.. local prevailing time, June 17. 1999. at the Rappahannock County High School, 12576 Lee Highway, Washington, Virginia 22747. Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified check, a cashier's check or the bid bond of an approved Surety Company, in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the proposal. Drawings and Project Manuals for bidding purposes ma'y be obtained by the contractors at the office of Hayes Large Architects, 321 North Front Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101; Phone (717) 2384795; Fax (717) 238-4800; e-mail Harrisburg@HayesLarge.com; on or after June 2, 1999, upon deposit of $300.00 for one set of Drawings and Project Manuals, which amount (less $50.00 for expense of postage and handling if documents are mailed to bidder), will be refunded to the bidder only upon submission of a bona fide bid and the return of the Drawings and Project Manuals, including addenda, to the Architect in reusable condition within ten (10) days after the date of the opening of bids; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited. A second set of Drawings and Project Manuals may be obtained upon an additional refundable deposit of an $300.00. Additional sets of Drawings and Project Manuals may be purchased. Bidding Documents may be examined at the following locations: Dodge Plan Room, 7926 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 850, McLean VA 22102 Dodge Plan Room, 5540 Falmouth Street, Suite 304, Richmond, VA 23229 The Plan Room, 308 Turner Road, Suite D, Richmond, VA 23225 Valley Construction News, 904-C South High Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Rappahannock County School Board Office, 6 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, VA 22747 Rappahannock County School Board reserves the right to waive any informalities in bids, or to reject any or all bids. Dr. David M. Gangel Is/ Superintendent *259242 S/26/99 WANT YOUR PHONE TO RING? ADVERTISE IN TODAY’S CLASSIFIED 1-800-852-4797 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. 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ARCHITECT Small, young firm in Middleburg seeking 1-3 yrs. exp. in res. & comm. Hand drafting. Fax resume 540-687-3624 Or Email tumurearc0aol.com Construction APAC- VA, INC. Is now accepting applications for the following positions: Plant Operators Loader Operators Maintenance Personnel For more information please call 703-3619511.Qualified candidates must pass required drug test. Restaurant Now hiring Apply In person for: * Breakfast Cook/ grounds person, good pay, great hours, P/T 10hrs/wk (possible housing trade avail.) * Bartender, wkends, good pay. The Bleu Rock Inn Sperryville, Va 540-987-3190 WANTED PERSON TO provide home health care for lady in her own home. Must be able to lift and have references. Call 540-3472876 for interview. 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 ; CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER Commercial GC seeking middle level P.M. to assist senior Project Manager Must possess Strong organizational, communication & computer skills. Background in commercial & institutional projects preferred. B.S. or A.A. degree required. Aggressive salary & full benefits. Send resume to: MILLER BROTHERS 6583 Merchant Place Suite 306 Warrenton VA 20187 No phone calls. BUY RECYCLED. AND save: It would mean the world to us. For a free brochure, call 1-800-CALL-EDFor visit our web site at www.edf .org Legal Notices TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA ■Pursuant to Section 6-1-1 of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance and Section 15.2-2204 of tlje 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Washington, Virginia will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 9, 1999, at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay and Calvert Streets in Washington, Virginia to consider the following application: Amended su #28 Application by Mr. Peter Kramer to remove/ modify two existing special use permit requirements: (1) to remove requirement that ten (10) off-street parking spaces be provided; and (2) that expansion of the footprint of the building be allowed to accommodate q first floor expansion. Property is known as Tax Map 20A-1, Parcel 106, zoned “VM” - Village Mixed-Use Original permit issued in 1984. ' A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office and available for public inspection, Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 2jX) Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 22747. «The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties wishing to be heard should be present at said meeting or should addless their written comments to the County Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, iq advance thereof. { t V 5H26, 6/2/99 By: John W. McCarthy County Administrator #259476 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 1125,650 00, recorded in the Clerk's Office, Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia in Deed Book 0215 at page 0419, the property briefly deribed below will be offered for sale at public auc*Lot A-1, containing 5.944 acres, more or less, on U S Route 522, near Round Hill, as the same is < Lily dedicated planed and recorded in Deed Book B2 at page 144; among the land records of Rapi ahannock County, Virginia, as more particularly described in the referenced Deed of Trust, (the Troperty") The sale will take place on June 7, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at the main entrance to the building housing tjie Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. terme: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $8,000.00 is required ol 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. 1601Rolling Hills Drive. Richmond, Virginia 23229 Telephone: (804)-288-0068 Ad date? May 12. 1999, May 19.1999. May 26, 1999. June 2, 1999 ’ #256019 _ LIFEGUARDS Needed full-time for summer at FAST Aquatics. Call Cherish @ (540)349-4858 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 540-364-1548 PAINTERS NEEDED Retirement plan available. 540-439-2300 PLUMBER Think you have to commute to make more money? Think again! 540-347-0765 (Eve) 540-364-1032 EXPERIENCED PAINTER WANTED. Must have own transportation. Call Tom at 540-937-3423 or Jack at 540-727-0440. LEVERAGE YOUR Efforts w/a unique method for residual income! People's Choice #1 Home Based Business Award Winner. Call Toll Free 1-877-365-8235. Secretary FT/PT with WordPerfect,for small progressive architectural firm. Send resume to: JFT AIA, 15 S. 5th St., Warrenton, VA 20186 een Part Tima * — ■— -—. — -- ^ employment Call Coordinator w/ good phone & PR skills. Eves & weekends req. Call Clare or Ida 540-347-2000 CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT Commercial GC seeking experienced person with school & church construction background. Must have strong communication skills & computer experience helpful. Projects located in VA within 1 hour of Warrenton. Aggressive salary & full benefits. Send resume to: MILLER BROTHERS 6583 Merchant Place Suite 306 Warrenton VA 20187 _No phone calls. YARD FOREMAN MWP Supply Company in Madison has an opening for a Yard Foreman. Job duties will include all phases of supervision for Shipping, Receiving and other Yard personnel in day to day operation of yard. Good interpersonal skills are a must as well as ability to work with and get along with large customer base. Must have prior supervisory experience and prior forklift driving experience. Neatness is appearance is an absolute requirement. Salary will be based on experience; benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, paid hospitalization insurance, uniforms, 401 -K Plan. Applications may be picked up at MWP Supply Company (at the store) or apply in person to: Charlotte L. Hoffman Manager MWP Supply Company Rte. 634 Madison, Virginia COFFEEWOOD CORRECTIONAL CENTER POB 500 MITCHELLS, VIRGINIA 22729 FAX# 540-829-7383 CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR: Closing Date: June 2,1999 Corrections Officer S20.823-S32.S10 + State Benefits Duties: Maintains security, custody and control over inmates at the institution and while in transport. Supervises inmate daily activities and records behavior to insure safe environment. After successful completion of a one (1) year probationary periodpromotion to Corrections Officer Senior and salary increase $22,763-$35,539. Training and uniforms provided. Requirements: HS or GED 21+ years old, valid driver’s license. Previous experience in military, public or private security helpful but not required. Humnan Rights Advocate $22.763-35,35,539+State Benefits aaltion #qooi r Duties: Process and investigate inmate grievances. Prepare Level 1 formal response for the Wardens signature. Maintain appropriate documentation for certification stds. Train employees on inmate grievance procedure and serve as institutional liaison with inmate rights or advocacy groups. Req: HS/GED, higher education preferred but not required. Experience in investigations and complaint resolutions. MUST be able to communicate well both orally and in writing. If there are questions regarding the duties and qualifications please contact the Human Resource Office @ 540-829-6483 ext. 2163 or 2171. A state application is required-resumes are not accepted in lieu of a fully completed state application. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation and a preemployment drug screen. EOE DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE NMUftfv A MU*E PLUMBER/STEAMFITTER POSITIONS NO. CP031 Salary: $20,823 - $32,510 Department of Juvenile Justice has a opportunity for a Plumber/Steamfitter to install, repair & maintain plumbing, steam & heating systems & perform general maintenance at the Culpeper Juvenile Correctional Center located Mitchells, VA. Qualified applicants should have a working knowledge of basis plumbing and steamfitting tools and equipment. The ability to work from blueprints, sketched and or working drawings is needed in addition to a working knowledge of small engine operation and repair. Successful applicants must have a valid driver’s license by the time of employment and satisfactorily complete a DJJ background investigation. Preferred applicants should have a H.S Diploma or equivalent with plumbing and steamfitting experience. PAINTER LEAD POSITION NO. CP024 Salary: $20,823-$32,510 Department of Juvenile Justice has a opportunity for a Painter Lead to ensure the timely completion of quality work and the efficient use of resources relating to painting and all painting activities in addition to the overseeing of juvenile wards in their performance of painting and painting related duties. Duties include journeyman level painting duties and performance/supervision of work related to erecting of scaffolding and rigging. Qualified applications should have knowledge of paints, compound mixtures, materials & chemicals and a general knowledge of maintenance procedures and techniques. The ability to follow and interpret both verbal and written instructions and.to accurately estimate jobs in terms of time and employment is also necessary. Successful applicants must satisfactorily complete a DJJ background and possess a valid driver's license Is required by the time of employment. Preferred applicants should have a H.S. diploma or equivalent with additional training in journey level painting and considerable experience in preparing surfaces for painting, mixing paint to achieve the desired colors and painting a variety of surfaces using varied techniques. Applications for the above position must be received by 5:00PM, June 4, 1999, in the Personnel Office of the Culpeper Juvenile Correctional Center, PO Box 1000, Mitchells, VA 22729. Resumes will not substitute for a completed Commonwealth of VA State Application. For additional information, call 540-727-3275, Fax 540-7373364. EOE/AA Caring for container gardens BY DIANE RELF Extension Environmental Horticulturist Plant your container crops at the same time you would plant your regular garden. Fill a clean container to within a half-inch of the top with slightly damp soil mixture. Peat moss in the mix will absorb water and mix much more readily if it is soaked with warm water before putting the mix in the container. Sow the seeds or set transplants according to the instructions on the seed package. Put a label with the name, variety, and date of planting on each container. After planting, gently soak the soil with water, being careful not to wash out or displace seeds. When the plants have grown to having two or three leaves, thin seedlings to obtain proper spacing. Water carefully Daily or even twice daily watering may be necessary. Because the volumes of soil are relatively small, containers can dry out very quickly, especially on a concrete patio in full sun. Apply water until it runs out the drainage holes. On an upstairs balcony this may mean neighbor problems, so make provisions for water drainage. Placing the containers in large trays filled with coarse marble chips works nicely. Clay pots and other porous containers allow additional evaporation from the sides of the pots and watering must be done more often. Small pots also tend to dry out more quickly than largfer ones. If the soil appears to be getting excessively dry (plants wilting every day is one sign), group the contain You haven't seen Assisted Living until you've seen... ...Sunrise Assisted Living Providing A Home-like Quality Care Alternative for Seniors...Especially Frail Seniors and Those With Memory Impairments. 787/0599 Alexandria. 703/212-9192 Leesburg. 703/777-1971 Arlington (GWv Rjt .703/524-5300 Oakron ifiiniu-■ Lavt . . 703/255-2050 Arlington (Wtlum Null 703/536-1060 Oakton lllunu-r vwb 703/255-1006 Fairfax .703/691-0046 R»"'n 703/834-5994 Fairfax Mava.) . 705/293-2411 Sterling 705/00-0681. Falls Church. 703/554-2700 SpringfielJ 703/922-6800 Gunston. 703/550-2400 Warrenton 540/349-9001 ASK ABOUT INDEPENDENT LIVING ers together so that the foliage creates a canopy to hern shade the soil and keep it cooler On a hot patio, you might consider putting the containers on pallets or other structures that will allow air movement beneath the pots and prevent direct contact with the cement. Check you containers at least once a day and twice on hot, dry or windy days. Feel the soil to determine whether or not it is damp. Mulching and windbreaks can help reduce water requirements for containers. If you are away a lot, consider an automatic drip emitter irrigation system. However, the soil should never be soggy or have water standing on top of it. When the weather is cool, container plants may be subject to root rot if they are allowed to remain too wet. Soil mix with fertilizer provides nutrients for eight to ten weeks If you use a soil mix with fertilizer added, your plants will have enough nutrients for eight to ten weeks. If plants are grown longer than this, add a water-soluble fertilizer at the recommended rate. Repeat every tow to three weeks. An occasional dose of fish emulsion or compost will add trace elements to the soil. Do not add more than the recommended rate of any fertilizer, since this may cause fertilizer burn and the death of your plants. Container plants are not buffered by soil and humus Container plants do not have the buffer of large volumes of soil and humus to protect them from over-fertilizing or over-liming. Just because a little is good for the plants does not guarantee that a lot will be better. The various types of insects and diseases that are common to any garden can attack plants grown in containers. Plants should be periodically inspected fro the presence of foliage-feeding and fruit-feeding insects as well as the occurrence of diseases. Protect plants from very high heat caused by light reflection from the pavement. Move them to a cooler spot or shade them during the hottest part of the day. Plants should be moved to a more sheltered location during severe rain, hail, or windstorms, and for protection from fall frosts. • Invitations • Napkins • Bridal Books • Accessories Come in and see our beautiful collection of contemporary wedding stationery. Stop by our office on Main Street, Washington, Virginia and we can help you plan your entire wedding. 675-3338 WEDDING STATIONERY &appaf)annocfc jf^eUusf

Planning for the future.. -iRappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune Marie Johnson, far right, of Washington Business School speaks with students (left to right) Jessica Gheen, Amanda Brown and Crystal Mills during career day at the Rappahannock High School on Thursday, May 20. Thornhills move to county We’d like to extend a hearty welcome to Robbie and Kathy Thornhill and little daughters, Shelby and Sarah who have moved here to our community. Mrs. Ray Frazier and son Christopher were Saturday callers of Mrs. Michael Swinler of Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Peyton visited Mrs. Peyton’s uncle in Fredericksburg Saturday afternoon. ^ m Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Condolences are extended to the family of Keith Brown who passed away on Friday at University of Virginia Hospital and to the family of Ms. Nancy Asbee, who passed away at her residence on Friday. Both were Reva residents. Sympathy is extended to the family and friends, in/our area, of Mr. Ray Nicholson who passed away Thursday at Mont Vue Nursing Home in Luray at the age of 81. He was the son of the late Felton and Claude Fincham Nicholson, former natives of Nethers Mill. Belated wishes go out to my great nephew and niece, Jeremiah and Jessica Frazier who recently celebrated birthdays. We salute Jon Inskeep who was selected for the “Academic Spotlight” receiptent last week. Quite a number of folk from our community attended the “Singing and Pickin” party at the Salem Fire Hall Friday evening. The Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue has recently received a gracious donation of $2,000 from Williams Gas Pipelines, and at this time kicks off their new ambulance fund drive, in which they are in great need of to replace their old 1980 ambulance. Please give generously and donations may be sent to the “New Ambulance Fund Drive”, Reva Fire and Rescue on 18230 Birmingham Road, Culpeper, Va 22701. Castleton way residents Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Dellinger and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Dellinger are continuing the joy for the arrival of little Kimberly Diane Dellinger who was a month old Sunday. Many of our area residents are on the sick list and our prayers go out to each one for a speedy recovery, remember our Lord is the Great Physician. Mrs. Patti Waddel of Route 707, biology teacher at Rappahannock High School and around thirty of her students went on a field trip to Washington D. C. on Monday. Miss Amarida Sims and Joseph Peregory, students at Rappahannock High School, are among those making the honor roll, this past grading period. Congratulations to Jennifer Peregory who was chosen as head runner for the mile race VOTE at DARE Day activities at Rappahannock Elementary School, to be held Friday. Our community has lost another native lady in the passing of Mrs. Mary Parker Deal and we extend sympathy to her family. Our earnest prayers go out for Mrs. Hazel Hawkins who has been blessed to return home from a weeks stay in Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and family were Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory and family on; Castleton Ford Road. Everyone is invited and urged to attend the Memorial Day program at Culpeper National Cemetery on Monday at 11 a.m. We apologize for mistakes in last weeks paper and wish to correct the following, Joseph is Peregory and not Peyton. The Bragg fellow is Johnny and not Buddy and the Frazier family were shopping and dining in Fredericksburg. Have a great weekend! 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. James E. Cannon and wife to John Martin Lang, 4.0512 acres, Wakefield District. $134,900. Philip E. Wine and other to Subscribe to the A Great Piece of Land! Private 25 acres with springs & streams, rock formations, wooded with little underbrush, hemlock trees, easy access by private road and offered at less than appraisal at' $90,000.00 Sounds like a}fe£lCbargain, and it will look like a bargain, so it must be a bargain! For a showing, please call Butch Zindel at The Buyer’s Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 butchz@summit. net . The Perfect Gift ...Anytime fc UHMHSTK/ ;; “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” tells the story of Rappahannock County and its people The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquincentennial year in the Rappahannock News plus stories of historical interest from past years. Featuring chapters on education, soldiers, doctors, slavery, freemen and integration, mountain people and the park, The Depression, old mills and settlements, travel, entertainment, natural disasters, mountain justice and farming. The collection of articles was written by the Rappahannock News staff with the help and cooperation on hundreds of Rappahannock people. Stop by the Rappahannock News office * or call 675-3338 for your copy “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” $11.95 ' plus tax and $ 1.90 for postage Marc Cugnon and wife, 140.71 acres, Wakefield District. $420,000. David T. Coffey and wife to Christopher M. Berta and wife, 1.0323 acres, Stonewall District. Deed of gift. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Amissville - Seven Ponds Road, 29.02 gently rolling wooded acres, new survey. $110,000 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 m 987-8146 Rare Opportunity in Sperryville Three Fbui^ 5 acre lots, mountain views, one with pond, all perc. approved, easy access. All lots open, excellent for horses. Starting at $52,000 Shown by appt. only FOR SALE BY OWNER . t Steve Leake (540)923-4525 RECYCLE ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. Castleton - Enjoy peaceful surroundings in this classic VA Farmhouse. 1995 major renovations include new wiring and plubming, additional insulation, new wood thermopane windows and septic upgraded. 3 BRs, 2 BAs, hardwood floors, glass exterior doors and 5 beautiful acres enhjanced with numerous dogwood trees, pastoral and mountain views. $159,000. Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 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: 30'x63' Morton shop/building, stream. All for only $298,000. Commercial zoning available, fronts US 211. FOR SALE BT OWNER Steve Leake (540) 923-4525 CALL COLDWELL BANKER 50 Plus Acres Near Amissville One of the loveliest pieces in Rappahannock. Stream along one edge, mountain views, rolling open land with other large farms surrounding this one! Wildlife everywhere! Only 15 minutes from Warrenton. $175,000 _ Please call today for a FREE market analysis of your property. The market is very active and now is an excellent opportunity to list. Purchasers welcome too!! (540) 825-3300 Philip C. StTiUlgC (540) 937-5858(H) 332 |ames Madison Ihvv. • C ulpeper, \ \ 22701 Kl \ MSS W( | C Ot-OUICLl vvn w.cttldwellhankei