Rappahannock News, June 9, 1999

V ’s Family Newspap^SitimF^7^ WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9, 1999 www.timespapers.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Graduation slated Saturday, June 10 Graduation will be held on Saturday, June 12 at 10 a.m. at the Rappahannock High School. The program includes: remarks by Dr. John Tole; Salutatory address by Braden Thomas Wolfe; two selections by the chorus under the direction of Mrs. Janet L. Long; Valedictory address by Emily Marie Sims; remarks by Dr. David M. Gangel; Scholarship presentations by Mr. Mike W. Tupper; followed by remarks by Principal Mr. Jack M. Raines; presentation of class by Ms. Robin Campbell and presentation of diplomas by Mr. Jack M. Raines. Meeting planned The regular monthly meeting of the Amissville Area Community Association will be held at the Amissville United Methodist Church on Thursday, June 10 at 7 p.m. Come and join in a discussion of issues relevant to the community of Amissville in a positive setting. On the agenda for this meeting will be by-laws adoption and ways to better communicate with our citizenry. To help you plan, future meetings will be held on the second Thursday of each month. Tax relief deadline The deadline for filing an application for tax relief for the low income elderly and disabled is July 1. For additional information call the Commissioner of Revenue Office at 675-3513. Child Safety Seat Installation Day set The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office will sponsor Child Safety Seat Installation Day on Saturday, June 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Office in Washington. Every year thousands of children are severely injured nationwide in motor vehicle accidents as a result of not being properly restrained. The community is invited to receive one-on-one instruction from certified child safety seat installers. Bring your primary child transport vehicle and your safety seat for inspection. For further information call Sheriff Larry C. Sherertz or Major Chris Williams at 675-3331. RCCA meeting set The Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance will meet Tuesday, June 15, at the Washington Fire Hall. Reports will be made by the Governance, Mission Statement, and OutreachEducation-Research Committees. All are invited to attend. Happenings in Rappahannock • Washington Town Council meeting, June 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall. • ARB meeting, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall. One agenda item: The Inn requesting to add fence to small area behind yellow house. Fence will be painted white. • Rappahannock County Planning Commission, June 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse. Tentative agenda includes: New business: Dillon Efficiency Apartment; USPS Amissville/Ring Property and Harris Country Inn. Old business will include: Conservation Zone Map, Marc Malik; Subdivision Ordinance review (HB 2324); Ridgetop Development Recommendations and Discussion of General Commercial area. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Swingin’ around _ A*.. A Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune Children of all ages enjoyed the rides at the Sperryville Carnival last week. Above, children enjoy the swing ride. Students return from the Bahamas by Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Special Writer The June meeting of the Rappahannock County School Board opened with a multi-media show staged by Andra Logan and her special education students. Using slides with a taped musical accompaniment, video, and narrative, the group described their recent cruise to the Bahamas and, especially, their interaction with the dolphins at a marine park. The students, as shown on the video, spent some time hugging, kissing, and dancing with a dolphin, and they all (even the dolphin) seemed to be having a great time. The trip, costing $13,000, was financed in part by a head charge for each student and chaperone, but largely from fund raising and sales of the classes wares. 1998 school report cards finally arrive The Virginia School Performance Report Cards for the 1997-1998 school year were finally published by the Commonwealth’s Department of Education (they are available online at http ://www. pen. k 12. va. us/html/repo rtcard.shtml). This first annual report card provides information on Virginia schools’ success in the statewide Standard of Learning (SOL) tests, and the online information provides for a comparative look at the performance of all schools in Virginia. Virginia elementary and high schools have until 2003 to be accredited by having 70 percent of their students pass the SOL tests. In the first year of testing, RCHS students passed the accreditation bar in English and Science, but failed to pass in Math and History. Eighth graders passed the bar in one of four test areas, Science, as did fifth graders in English. The highest score in last year’s SOL test were the Third Graders who passed in Math and Science, and nearly did so in English and History. Rappahannock results compared favorably with some selected regional schools. Neither Culpeper nor Charlottesville high students, for example, passed the bar in any of the four areas, while Madison passed in one (and missed a second by a fraction of a point, and only one of the four elementary schools looked at (Farmington in Culpeper) came close or exceeded Rappahannock performance. Superintendent Dr. David Gangel and Assistant Superintendent Mary Ann Biggs described the complexity of the tests. Dr. Gangel noted that the SOL’s were unlike most criteria reference exams- he said that these new standardized tests “require thought. . . higher order thinking . . . and are a real challenge.” To meet the accreditation requirement Rappahannock schools have begun assessment programs and instructional and curriculum modifications that are and will continue to impact upon the schools’ budget, Dr. Gangel warned, but he assured the Board that Rappahannock schools would achieve success in meeting state requirements. Mrs. Biggs reviewed See SCHOOL, Page A3 Board tacklesi busy agenda By TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer Schools, fire and rescue, PCS towers and the FY 2000 budget were among the many issues addressed by the Board of Supervisors at its June meeting. All five members were present, as were County Administrator John McCarthy, County Attorney Peter Luke and County Clerk Diane Bruce. Schools Rappahannock County School Superintendent Dr. David Gangel addressed the board concerning the decision to cut roof repair from the schools budget. Dr. Gangel said that he saw no other way to reconcile the $128,000 lack of local funding in the school budget. Dr. Gangel commented that he had two objectives: satisfy the supervisors and provide the best educational setting possible. Cuts were considered in salaries, instructional programs, materials, supplies and training. Dr. Gangel, however, couldn’t cut other areas “in good faith.” He doesn’t feel that most people understand the changes occurring in education, with Standards of Learning and accreditation of schools as big issues on the horizon. Despite the cuts in the budget, Dr. Gangel feels confident that money will be available at year end for roof repair. He requested, and received, a consensus from the supervisors to support re-appropriation of year-end funds for repair of the roof at the high school. Fire and rescue Though not on the agenda, fire and rescue was the topic of lengthy discussion during public comment. Sharon Kilpatrick read a prepared statement saying that a retirement program for fire and rescue personnel was a bad idea. She suggested alternatives, such as classes at the high school to train young people as fire and rescue workers. She added that paid full-time fire and rescue workers may become necessary one day. See BOARD, Page A8 Students recognized The Rappahannock News wishes to recognize the top students in this year’s graduating class: • Emily Grace Sims of Sperryville is the class Valedictorian with a GPA of 4.0. She competed in cross country and track, and was a member of the National Honors Society and Student Council Association. She plans to attend Whitman College in Washington state. • The Salutatorian this year is Braden Thomas Wolfe of Slate Mills. He has a 3.98 GPA and his extra-curricular activities included cross country, baseball, boys soccer, National Honors Society and Technology Students Association. Outside of school he has been an eagle scout. Wolfe will attend the University of Virginia this fall. • Robyn Michelle Kaye of Flint Hill finished with a 3.89 GPA. Her activities included girls soccer, the National Honors Society and Student Council Association. She will be attending Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg. • Claire Merschel Schadler of Castleton carries a 3.87 GPA into graduation. Among her activities are cross country, volleyball and National Honors Society. She plans to attend Bard College, in upstate New York. Graduation exercises will be held Saturday, June 12 at 10 a.m. at RCHS. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune TOP FOUR: Rappahannock’s top tour students for 1999, from left to right: Emily Grace Sims, Braden Thomas Woffe, Robyn Michelle Kaye and Claire Merschel Schadler.

Cats and birds don’t mix June is a time when the world is full of hungry fledglings just out of the nest. j Because they are hungry, they are also vocal, constant- fl ly calling to inform the par- ” ents of their whereabouts so they can be fed. This is the most vulnera- 1— ble period of a bird’s exis All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott nests robbed to re-nest. The hatching of eggs of birds is consequently staggered — spaced out — thus preventing an abrupt drain on the food supply. Nature has long ago worked out these balances between food supply and those birds consuming it. Introduced birds such as tence; a time wnen many tall victim to predators that are drawn to the young bird by its incessant food calls. The young bird’s ability to fly is not yet developed so they cannot escape predation by flight. Cats, with their remarkable hearing, are skillful stalkers of birds at this stage of development and even a well-fed pet will follow food calls of young birds and make a kill. In the quick pounce for a fledgling, a cat is just being a cat. A feral cat, one that is living off what it can capture in the wild, is particularly destructive at this time of the year. There is not much the individual can do about feral cats, but owners of pets can make a great difference by keeping cats in the house. We are losing our bird life from reduced and constricted nesting and feeding habitat, kills from striking windows, toxic pesticides, and collisions with cars, not to mention loss during the long migration to and from the tropics. Keeping pets indoors is one way an individual can make a difference. Studies show that the Wood Thrush — our most beautiful woodland singer — has declined by 75 percent since 1985. This is just one species that has been carefully monitored. 1A cat is an unnatural predator; one that was introduced into the New World within the last 350 years. Cats arrived on the same ships that brought our ancestors. Birds have existed with natural predators such as hawks, owls, snakes, foxes, skunks and raccoons for millions of years. Loss of bird life by these predators benefits birds because it removes the unwary, the runt, the not-quite-fast-enough from the breeding population. In other words, only the fittest survive to continue the health of the species. Jays, crows, and grackles eat eggs and young, thus keeping the bird population on a level with the available food supply. If all the Robin eggs laid in one season hatched, and the young developed into adults, there would be a severe drain on the earthworm populations on which Robins feed. Egg-stealing predators not only keep bird populations in balance with the available good supply, they break up the breeding cycle by forcing birds that have had their starlings ana nouse sparrows compete witn native species for food and nesting with the result that Red-headed Woodpeckers and Bluebirds have declined. Cats — both feral and domesticated — have upset the balance with the result that populations of many species are in decline; some of them alarmingly so. Bobwhites and Whip-poor-wills have disappeared from much of the southeast where they were once abundant. Both of these birds — so much a part of the wild spirit of America — nest on the ground and incubate for up to 21 days. When the young hatch, they are flightless for weeks. Cats roaming the fields and woods take a heavy toll on these two species. Some birds have learned to exploit the drastic changes man has made in this world and, not only survive, but increase their populations. Mockingbirds thrive because of the introduced and ever-spreading multiflora rose. This plant provides safe nesting in its thorny tangles and the fruits are consumed by the birds. Because so many of us keep bird feeders stocked with sunflower seed, Cardinals survive cold winters to nest in tangles of Japanese honeysuckle, another introduced plant. Both species are much more common today than they were when Europeans first settled the New World. These birds thrive in the shrubs around our homes and alternate their diets from insects in summer to fruits and berries in winter. The bright rbd of the Cardinal and the vocal gymnastics of the Mockingbird are happy and cheering additions to our days. Who wants a world without these two species? Their stable and increasing populations are some comfort until one remembers the other birds that are not around anymore. The individual often feels helpless with so much disheartening news on the decline in bird populations. “What can I do?” people say. I repeat: keep cats indoors. Readers may write to John Trott PO. Box 59, Washington, Va., 22747. 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Old Address: The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. Intoxication arrests Shortly after 3 a.m. on June 5, Deputy James Welch arrested 23 year-old Raymond Marsh at Mayhugh’s Store in Amissville. Marsh was charged with drunk in public. Earlier that same morning, State Trooper Sean Knick arrested Terry Elden Stacey, 49, of Orange and charged him with DUI. This arrest also occurred in Amissville. Fight leads to arrest 42 year-old Katrina Garland of Vienna was charged with simple assault stemming from an incident that occurred on May 31 at Mitchell’s Mountain. Garland, who got into an altercation with another female, was released on bond. 1 \ RESPECT 1 THE EARTH ..RECYCLE! Panther Pause: RCPS briefs I BY JAN MAKE LA Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • The last month of school is always incredibly hectic for students, teachers, and administrators as we try to complete ongoing projects before we break for summer vacation. Students present year-end performances in Chorus, Band, Drama, publish the last student newspaper of the year, complete courses of study, prepare for exams, prepare for graduation and so-o-o-o much more. Staff members prepare and grade exams, direct concerts and programs, recognize outstanding student accomplishments, sign up for college courses, register for conferences, seek summer jobs to supplement their incomes. It is an exciting time, but a stressful time as well. In spite of the added stress at this time of year the students are remaining amazingly focused and we are very proud of their efforts. • Last Wednesday, Mrs. Amy Gubler, Gifted and Talented teacher, coordinated a program which focused on the wonderful student art and writing in the RCES Literary Magazine, “Community Connections”. Thanks go to Mrs. Harriette Rosenblatt and Mrs. Eva Atkins for assisting with the program. .For the magazine the students researched and wrote (or drew illustrations) about the history of each of the villages in Rappahannock. If you are interested in having a copy of this wonderful publication, please call Jan Makela at 9878259. • Financial supporters who made the Literary Magazine a reality were: The Virginia Commission for the Arts, Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, the Federation of American Consumers and Travelers, the Curriculum Enrichment Program, the RCES PTO, and the Rappahannock County Public Schools. We are grateful to these very generous groups for this assistance. • Last week two categories of fourth and fifth grade Science Fair winners were inadvertently left out of “Panther Pause”. We are very proud of the accomplishments of these students and congratulate them on their success. • Students who won in the area of Biology were: Josh Makela (fourth grade) first place, Robbie Hamill-Huff (fourth grade) second place, Clay Vickers (fourth grade) third place. • In the area of Chemistry the winners were: Megan Smith (fourth grade) first place, Alexander Neill-Dore (fourth grade) second place, Vincent Rice (fifth grade) third place. • It has been announced that we have received a matching grant of $5500 from the Virginia Commission for the Arts to help fund next year’s RCES Student Calendar. Many thanks go to Mrs. Joy Rollins, RCES Music teacher; Mrs. Harriet Rosenblatt, RCES Art teacher and Ms. Sharon Wyrrick, Program Coordinator for the Greve Council for their hard work and dedication to this project. • RCHS Art Teacher, Laurie Marshall, recently led the eighth and tenth grade students at Hearthstone School in the production of a wonderful book on Civil War History in and around Rappahannock County. The students photographed many historic buildings in Rappahannock which were included in the book. If you are interested in obtaining a copy of this publication, please call Ms. Marshall at 987-8575. • Mrs. Patty Hottinger’s Pre-School Class at RCES hosted a party at their “Butterfly Cafe” on Thursday, June 3. Through a grant obtained through Headwaters, Mrs. Hottinger, with her able assistants, Mrs. Linda Clark and Custodian Mr. David Alther, has transformed the courtyard, directly behind the RCES library, into a beautiful butterfly garden. Through this wonderful experience, her children have improved their verbal skills as well as their gross and fine motor skills. They have learned to identify butterflies and birds that appear in the garden, as well as the perennials that are planted there. The children got to choose the plants that they most wished to include in this garden that will be here for students to enjoy for years to come. • We are saddened by the passing of one of our very special volunteers, Mrs. Catherine Crisdone of Flint Hill. Mrs. Criscione approached us three years ago about volunteering and said that she was willing to work “wherever we needed her most”. When transportation to and from school became a concern, she was willing to ride a school bus so that she wouldn’t have to miss her assigned days, and this was arranged. For the past two years, this wonderful lady has volunteered in the RCES library where she has become friends and worked with other volunteers Mrs. Mary Curtis, Mrs. Mary Latham and Mrs. Mabel Lillard. We are grateful for her service, but also for the opportunity to have known her. • The RCES Family regrets to announce that three very special teachers will not be returning next year. Mr. Ed Rissler, seventh grade Science teacher, has accepted a position as a High School Chemistry teacher . in Rockingham County. Ms. Beth James, first grade teacher, will be moving to Fairfax to accept a teaching position. Mrs, Kelly Estes, second grade teacher, will be taking a leave of absence to stay home with her new baby and young son. These folks have all been incredibly positive forces within our school setting and their presence will be missed tremendously but we wish them well in their new endeavors. • The final meeting of TAC (the RCPS Technology Advisory Committee) met on Thursday, June 3 at the School Board Office to discuss technology advances within the school system to date and plans for future programs involving technology in the public schools. It is exciting to see the community come together to support such a worthwhile end. Community leaders who have volunteered *hr>;r services on TAC are: Mr. Carl Aplin, Ms. Judy Cornwell, Mr. Craig Landrum, Mrs. Carole Lipski, Mr. Kevin Nealon, Ms Cady Soukup and Mrs. Cheri Woodard. We are very grateful to all of these folks for their generosity toward the public schools. • Our Committee of Seamstresses is organized and busily working to create cos Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE our new location in Culpeper... South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 tumes for the RCHS Renaissance Dinner next December. Creating the num? her of ornate costumes tha$ are needed is an overwhelming talk, and other volunteers who enjoy sewing are invited to join the efforts. Many thanks go to this energetic committee: Mrs. Theresa Caporuscio, Ms. Dodi Driscoll,Mrs. Jeanie Dwyer, Mrs. Florence Goff, Mrs. Gretchen' Long, Mrs. Danette Opseth, Mrs. Holly Propst, and Mrs. Helen Williams. • If you happen to have any of the following materials on hand and would consider donating them for our, Renaissance costumes, please drop them by the RCPS School Board Office or call Jan Makela at 987-8259 or 937^ 5718. Needed items are: tassels, gold or silver braid, wide! ribbons, taffeta lining fabric, ornate buttons, velvet or brocade fabric. If you have other things tucked away in your attic or basement that you think might work, please feel free to call and discuss them. We will appreciate any help that is offered. • Just one more word about DARE/Field Day. The corps of volunteers who. appeared to help set up events, run events, supervise displays, replenish drinks,, make snow cones, cotton candy and popcorn and somuch more were an amazing group. hiVen wnen we realized that the Smoke House was incredibly understaffed, we had folks volunteer to stay inside for hours without a break, so that no child would miss the opportunity to go inside. It is a joy to live in a county with so many kind arid selfless people, and we thank all of you who volunteered!• Miss Carol Nowakoski, RCES P.E. teacher, coordinated a Field Trip on Thursday, June 3 for all the sixth and seventh grade students who passed all four of their; Physical Fitness Tests. During; their outing the students hiked the White Oak CanyOn Trail in Madison. Fifty-one students qualified for the hike. Way to go! • Mrs. Cynthia Simpson’s fourth grade class hosted ani Ice Cream Social for their Reading Buddies on Wednesday, June 2. The older students, and younger ones, benefit from this shared reading experience. • The Book Buddies Program has been an incredible success this year. Mrs. Terri Genther and Mrs, Geraldine Payne were the facilitators for this wonderful program that paired RCHS National Honor Society students as Reading Tutors with first graders. The students have met for 20 weeks with very positive results. Thanks to this program, which was funded through a grant from Wheat First Union Bank and assistance from Headwaters, the first graders advanced through two complete reading levels. Outstanding! • The Academic Awards Banquet was held pit Wednesday, June 2 at RCHS.' We are extremely proud of our students and teachers, and we are grateful for Headwater^? part in helping us to honor out students’ academic successes: Mrs. Jeanne Grimes, RCHS Government teacher, ever) made a presentation, after a little practice, in Spanish tai Jimena Gomez, foreign exchange student from Argentina, for outstanding progress in U.S. Government class. ■ we win miss an oi ou£ Foreign Exchange students when they return to their home countries. It has been a real pleasure for all of us to have them here, and we encourage them to think of the United States, and Rappahannock County in parf ticular, as a second home. • Mrs. Joyce Hermanseri has volunteered in the Guidance Offices at RCHS for the past three years. This yeaf Mrs. Charlotte Mills bis joined her in this effort Thanks for this very imppi^ tant support. * ' • Mr. Jack Raines, RCH® principal, was observed recenl*ly escorting a visitor at RCHS to the location of a beautiful work of art by student Haley Clark. The collage is displayed in the main corridor for all^ty enjoy. His pride in her acco*^ plishment was evident. • Other beautiful works if art decorate the hallways RCHS thanks to the talent and hard work of students under the guidance of $xt teacher, Ms Laurie Marshall. Take a moment to stop by and enjoy them before the end jof the year.

The race is on Brown seeks supervisor seat Donald Brown is running for Jackson District Supervisor because “I have a vision for the future of Rappahannock County.” Brown says that he also has “a strong interest in county government.” Brown, a native of Rappahannock County, is the son of Boyd H. and Annie Brown. His family’s roots here go back to the early 1800s. Brown had to ride a bus 50 miles a day to high school because of segregation, yet still managed to complete his daily chores on the farm where hie'grew up. He previously served as a member of the Rappahannock County Board of Equalization. Brown has also worked in the construction business, supervising up to 100 people at a time. Recently, he opened Tobacco Road Mill Antiques in Amissville with his wife Mary. , He feels that it is important for a supervisor to listen to his constituents. In addition, Brown says that he will dedicate time to properly carry out his duties. He doesn’t feel that certain supervisors are available enough, which in his opinion overburdens county Donald Brown _l Administrator John McCarthy. As supervisor, Brown’s top priority would be to preserve agriculture and open space in the county. However, a number of other issues are also important to him: • Brown would like to see more employment opportunities for people here. He believes that more “clean industries”, such as Faith Mountain, would “preserve the county’s agricultural base and scenic vistas.” • Brown feels that local taxes are “close to the breaking point”, adding “I will dedicate myself, as Supervisor, to obtaining for the taxpayers a dollar’s worth of value for every dollar spent. We must continue Rappahannock’s tradition of fiscal responsibility.” • Brown believes that education is key to the future of the county. “I support quality public education and would encourage groups such as Headwaters to supplement the efforts of our public school system”, says Brown. “We should emphasize quality instruction in the classroom.” • Brown also wishes to address needs in the community. He believes that young people should have the opportunity to return to Rappahannock County after college and contribute to the community. He feels that “we should endeavor to give them this choice while working to preserve our agricultural base, which is the foundation of this community.” Anyone with questions or comments can reach Donald Brown at 937-3547. Oyster nominated for Hampton District Jim Oyster was nominated by the Rappahannoek County Republican Committee for Hampton District Supervisor at its June 2 meeting. This is the first time that the committee has ever nominated someone for office. Oyster told the committee “it is because of my family that I decided to run for supervisor”, adding “We came to Rappahannock County because we believed it would be a good place to raise kids. I want to do whatever I can to make sure that Rappahannock stays that way.” Jim, his wife Evelyn and their six children live on Aaron Mountain. Oyster and his family have lived in the county for about 10 years. He has been a lawyer since graduation from law school in 1973. He received his higher education from Duke, American and George Washington Universities. Oyster has had his own practice for 15 years, representing radio and television stations and working with the Federal Communications Commission. He said that “as such, I think I can benefit the county in dealing with the issue of cellular towers in the county... I want to make sure that the county has a policy regarding cell towers that benefits us and not just the big companies that want to put their towers here.” Education is also a priority for Oyster. He commented “I believe in traditional values - the values which made this country great. I want to be sure that those values are part of our local school system. One component of education is working with education officials to see that discipline is maintained in the schools. Oyster has high hopes for the future of Rappahannock County. He added “I believe that we should all make ourselves available to serve in whatever way we can. Therefore, I am making myself available for service to the county and will do my very best to serve this county well.” Anyone who wishes to contact Jim Oyster with questions or comments may call 9374800. D. Brooke Miller, M.D. Board Certified, American Board of Family Practice Office Location Valley Internal Medicine 250 Memorial Drive, Suite D Luray, Virginia 22835 Phone 540-743-6558 Office Hours Monday through Friday Walk-ins Accepted Same Day Appointments HISTORIC AL INFORMATION WANTED We arc presently gathering historical information on the Forest Grove Baptist Church (founded 1886). Needed is general historical 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. Forest Grove currently holds services: Sunday School ~ 10 a.m. Church - II a.m. All welcome If you have anything to offer in this endeavor, contact: Danny Hitt c/o Kappuliaiuiock-Kapidan Historical Research Association , 1108 Caroline Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: 540-752-7281-Evenlngs 540-374-9211 -Days E-mail: slindys@aol.eom Opening Tonight FOR RESERVAJIONS 540-665-4569 Jim Oyster Gorfein challenges Katzen By Dan Lowrey Rappahannock News Staff Writer The grape grower from “Little” Washington just couldn’t convince herself to stay out of the race. On Monday, Meredith Gorfein announced she would challenge incumbent Del. Jay Katzen (R) for the 31st District House of Delegates seat, which he has held for six years. “I decided I had to do this. Call it a calling,” said Gorfein, who, along with her husband, owns Rush River Vineyard in Rappahannock County. “I am entering this campaign because I wanted someone I could vote for,” said Gorfein in her announcement in front of the Washington courthouse. “Someone who would represent me,” she continued, “someone willing to fight fiercely for our public schools, someone who cares about preserving the natural beauty of our three counties, someone who would fight tooth and nail to keep our local zoning ordinances from being gutted, someone in the House who could help us control growth without prohibiting it. “Someone who would Meredith Gorfein keep our real estate taxes from climbing because we in this district receive an unfair share of the state’s funds for education. “I’m running for this office because I ought to — it’s the right thing to do, and I cannot in good conscience avoid this challenge,” she said. Gorfein has never held elective office and acknowledges that she will be facing a formidable opponent in Katzen who has already raised almost $70,000. But ! she says what she lacks in | experience and fund raising ' ability, she will make up in • “boundless energy.” “I intend to run a positive 1 campaign, an upbeat cam- | paign and an interesting 1 campaign. It’s going to be an ! adventure,” she said. “And ! we’ll see where it takes us.” | Gorfein will be running as ; a Democrat. She has worked ; on several Democratic cam- < paigns, including Sue! Scheer’s and Paul Asciolla’s,! both of whom lost to Katzen | in previous elections. She1 also was the office manager! for Bob Wineberg, who failed ! to unseat Congressman | Frank Wolf (R-lOth) in 1996. J It was Scheer’s tough < campaign against Katzen in! 1995, Gorfein said, that! sparked her interest in public | office. “I thought she was a! great candidate,” Gorfein! said of Scheer. Gorfein said her “grass-; roots” campaign platform will focus on directing more state money to 31st District schools and encouraging! statewide changes in cam-' paign finance laws. And she 1 said she would be working, with the Piedmont Environmental Council on controlled growth issues. School From Page A1 ■ preliminary results of this year’s SOL testing, and noted that overall improvements were in all areas. High school students, for example, passed in five areas this year, compared to only two last year, and third graders passed in four of four areas with scores that included an 91 percent pass rate in Math, and an 85 percent pass rate in Reading/Writing. Cafeteria price increase In his monthly report to the Board, Dr. Gangel noted that the school cafeterias operated in the red this year, and he proposed RECYCLE ■" A Heartfelt Thank You "8 We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone for the overwhelming support shown during our times of sorrow. We would also like to thank Dr. Irani and the Staff at Lynn's Care Center for thier dedication and loving care. A special thanks to Maddox Funeral Home for working so closely with the family and comforting us in every way possible. We personnally thank Rev. Phillip Baiely, The Washington Baptist Church and its family for their many kindnesses. Also a special thank you to family and members of the community for thier flowers, cards, calls and food. Our family is truly blesses to have such devoted friends to comfort us. Your acts of kindness and sympathy will always remain in our hearts. 8» The Family of Goldie Smoot _>! Dow/Calf Sale' 250 Cow/Calf Pairs to be sold at VIRGINIA LIVESTOCK LLC Front Royal, VA Saturday, June 19 • 1 p.m. Call 540-635-5511 for more information New Summer Hours Open Wed thru Sat until 8 PM For your dining pleasure DINNER SPECIALS Wed thru Sat: Chicken (or plain) Caesar Salad Traditional Meatloaf Dinner Tofu or Chicken Stir Fry In Sperryville next to Faith Mountain Store 540-987-9733 Sun & Mon open until 7- Closed on Tues increases in student meal costs of 25 percent at the high school, and 10 percent at the elementary school. The Board also discussed the underutilization of the free lunch program at; the high school, and asked that Dr. Gangel prepare a utilization report on the program for the July meeting. I The Superintendent also presented a new' form, based upon the General Professional; Criteria and the Instructional Leadership Evaluation Criteria, to be used to evaluate administrative personnel. Upcoming bid dates for school repairs and' expansion were presented to the Board. Impending bid openings include the RCHS’ West Wing Roof on June 15 at 2 p.m.; tha See SCHOOL, Page A8 ■ ■ , r in--M a! in*'" • ' >•’ , ( ’Tl'I'jrS. ii I f • X f ' I >< incuts • ..I • ■ /ou ’’(;cd them ' *s ’> ij tlH. '' SUMMER PREPAREDNESS OFFER With parents' enrollment, children enroll free. '"'.vi irt'demrrqenc y qpcj.tom LIVING WILL REFERENCE SERVICE ip P O Box 109 Arlington, VA 22210 (703) 465-7677 FAX (703) 465-7697 thru 7/6/99 On behalf of the class of 2000, we would like to wish you the best of luck. at 6 p ackpot" Start at1 Games *1 JACkS&YE $*i5( XL 231 Chested Street |\| EACH & EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT! Ma&Jfce Avtex Retirees Club and the Fraternal Order of Police 'bereduced If less than 110 players For Bingo §cmtfiBf>rSm>r*<gt‘Vnlon Hail ronfal, call (540) \4 + ,.r .. / it / * ^ a. C' a rr n* f ^ l A r r 11763 Lee Hwy.. 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Steven Clark ranks third Local resident Steven Clark ranked third in the nation in a 1999 National Spanish Examination sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. Steven earned his third place national award by competing against other second year students whose native language is not Spanish and who have not lived abroad in a Spanish-speaking country. The fifteen-year old student attends St. Anne’s-Belfield School in Charlottesville, where he just completed his tenth grade year with High Honors. He is the son of Jim and Elbe Clark of Washington. Hobson family selected as hosts Rev. and Mrs. Jennings W. Hobson III of Washington will welcome a new “son” for the 1999 Year, Volkmar Gerhard Lehmann, a Youth For Understanding (YFU) International Exchange student from Germany. Volkmar will be a student at Rappahannock County High School in Washington. As a member of the Hobson III family, Volkmar will participate in all family activities, from vacations . to household chores. While sharing the culture of Germany with his host family and schoolmates, he will learn about U. S. culture. YFU, established in 1951, is one of the world’s oldest and largest nonprofit international exchange organizations, dedicated to international understanding and world peace. About 4,000 U.S. families open their homes and hearts to YFU international students each year. More information about hosting YFU international students is available from YFU’s volunteer for the Rappahannock area, Nancy McNear at 987-8150 or by calling YFU’s regional office at 1800-USA-0200. GPAAR awards scholarships to area students On May 3, at the Country Club of Culpeper, the Greater Piedmont Area Association of Realtors (GPAAR) held a golfa-thon to raise funds for their scholarship program. This year GPAAR presented scholarships to students from area high schools in Culpeper, Orange, Madison, Fauquier, Rappahannock and Warren counties. A total of seven $750 scholarships were awarded. Naomi Smoot from Rappahannock County High School received a scholarship. Scott Updike awarded science scholarship Scott Updike, a junior at Virginia Tech, has been awarded a scholarship to pursue his studies in animal and poultry sciences. The son of Randall and Toni Updike of Washington, he has been named a recipient of the $500 A.L. “Ike” Eller Scholarship. He is a member of the Virginia Tech Block arid Bridle Club, and is a senator for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences in the student government. The scholarship is awarded based the student’s scholarship, leadership, need, and commitment to the agriculture industry. County student wins athletic award at WCDS Thomas Dowell of Rappahannock County won the award for most improved in boys soccer at Wakefield County Day School’s annual athletic awards banquet, May 14. The program included gag awards as well as most improved, most valuable and coach’s awards for each varsity sport. Wakefield Country Day competes in girls and boys Cross Country, Soccer. Basketball, girls Volleyball and boys Lacrosse in the Delaney Conference. Dowell was the only student from Rappahannock County to receive an award. Nikkie Lynn Alther Christopher Spencer Antony Mandolyn Ashby Thomas Vann Baldwin Amanda Rae Brown Jason Wayne Brown Lindsey Patricia Burger Betsy Gilberts Moore Shanna Marie Nicholson Natasha Marie Payne Erin Caldwell Platt Justin Kane Purgason Ryan Alexander Ralston, III Jason David Ryczko Michael Scott Cairns Kevin Michael Clark Nathan Mitchel Demarr Crystal Lynn Fincham Lisa Marie Foster Julian Gaviria Jessica Maine Gheen Christian Forrest Sause Christopher Owen Sealock Lauren Marie Sharp J Emily Grace Sims Samantha Lynn Sisk II Richard Pennington Sitorius Naomi Lynn Smoot Jimena Gomez Zachary Ryan Gunter Margo Elizabeth Haynes David Erik Hitt Tommy Alan Jenkins Robyn Michelle Kaye Steven Ray Lane Adam Starks Emily Marie Taylor Jennifer Ann Thomas Adam Kristopher Updike Jillian Lee Waters Amanda Faye Welch Janice Myree Wilson Katrina Lavon Leake Anna Emeie Victoria Lundstrom Beth Ryan Magee Rosie Lee McCloud Donald Scott McQuillan Jerome Thomas Meehan, III Crystal Renee Mills Robert Alexander Wilson Braden Thomas Wolfe Not pictured Adam Christopher Campbell Daniel Michael Digges Richard Earnest Hoddo Robert Hogan Claire Merschel Schadler Congratulations GRADUATES T.G. Taylor Construction, L.L.C. Custom Homebuilder Class A License SPERRYVILLE, VIRGINIA 540-987-8043 Congratulations and Best Wishes to all 1999 Graduates Attic Treasures Antiques, Country Treasures, Quality Handmade Items TY Products Sperryville, Virginia 22740 (540) 987-9463 ‘ Congratulations Graduates! Sperryville Emporium Gifts Souvenirs Furniture Sperryville, Virginia 987-8235 Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of 99 from Bleu Rock Inn i V, French/American Cuisine Blue Ridge Vista US 211 between Sperryville and Washington, Virginia 540-987-3190 Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of 1999 THE COUNTRY CAFE § Main Street Washington, Virginia (540) 675-1066 CONGRATULATIONS! Early's Carpet, Inc. & Sonja's Craft Shop Highway, Route 211 Amissville, Virginia 540-937-5500 or 1-800-870-9098 Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. John & Lorraine Early, Owners & Operators Congratulations Graduates! WHAT ABOUT A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE! Eileen M. 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-ftappafjannocfe Jietos— 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 Good luck Graduation ceremonies Saturday, June 12 at RCHS at 10 a.m. To all graduating seniors at Rappahannock High School, we would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you and wish you luck. One chapter of your life is ending, but you are now heading into the real world. Many challenges lie ahead, whether you are entering college or the work force. But remember that you can do whatever you set your mind on. The future holds many possibilities. Forge ahead, and don’t let go of your dreams. Best of luck to all of you. Election season County and state seats up for reelection, learn about your choices. This week, we will know who all of the candidates are for office in both Rappahannock County and our state legislative district. It is a right and privilege, some would say that it’s even a duty, of every registered voter to get out and decide who will lead the county into the next century. Many people take the democratic process for granted. Some feel that their vote doesn’t make a difference. Others don’t want to become informed about the candidates. Contrary to belief, every single vote , counts. Furthermore, it’s not that difficult to learn about the candidates. Many of these people are listed in the phone book. Give them a call. Or take the time to speak with them at a public function. Now is a good time to start learning about our choices. With a little . effort, we can make an informed decision at the polls this November. Rappahannock Today & m. .mummm Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune John Fry, Chairman of the Fauquier County Democratic Party, hands Meredith Gorfein a check and shoestring to kick off her candidacy for the 31st District House of Delegates seat. The shoestring is symbolic of the kind of campaign Gorfein will be running. Letters Trust is broken in the hollow One of the joys of living in the hollow on Oven Top Mountain is the spirit of trust and cooperation among the residents. This is a tradition that long precedes my residence here. Pearl Dodson used to tell me stories of the cooperation for survival in the hard years of the 30’s and 40’s. She and the women in the Bailey Majors family used to exchange milk, eggs and butter for help with chores. Marshall Dodson tells me how his father used to organize the men to clean out the creek every spring. Everyone worked together to rebuild the road when it washed out in the heavy spring flood. This tradition has continued. Every time there is a road wash out, Ronnie Dodson is out rebuilding it with his tractor. He and his father have pulled my truck out of the snow on my steep drive more than once! Nan Reddick has unhooked my hoses from the well pump when I forgot to do so in the winter. Lisa Dodson is a warm neighbor who has made me feel welcome and helped me meet many local people. Lee Anna Wharton has watered my garden and taken in the mail when I was out of town. Marshall and Ronnie spent two hours cleaning out my gasoline lines on my riding mower when I foolishly didn’t empty them during the winter. I have chased Marshall’s cows back up the hill to keep them of U.S. 211. Most of all everyone’s word is as good as gold. With all the local people in Sperryville who have helped me with plumbing, construction and maintenance, a handshake has always sealed the deal. Ms Harris has introduced an element of mistrust into our community. What she says cannot be trusted. At the May 19, 1999, planning commission hearing regarding the proposed conference center/resort, she made the following untrue statements: • She said that she had offered me a covenant to use the pond she intends to build. This is not true. FACT: I had called her to say that no matter what happened to the development, I was interested in cleaning up the dump and the creek. I offered to buy two acres of her land and share some of the cost of the clean up. Ms Harris listened to my offer and I never heard from her again. • Ms Harris stated that the dump was at least half cleaned up. FACT: Nan Reddick and I both looked at the dump. A little work had been done, but the majority of the trash was still there. Today all the trash on the hillside and down in the creek remains. • Ms Harris presented a petition of 81 signatures. She said they were mainly local people who supported the development. Joyce Wharton looked at those signatures and reported the following, only three people lived, or had businesses within one mile, 20 were local people who did not live near the property, several signatures were relatives of Virginia Cloud (holds the mortgage on the property) and the rest were from Warrenton, Culpeper, Front Royal, Maryland, etc. • Ms Harris presented this development as an altruistic plan to help handicapped people. FACT: What she did not say that she had told me was that she wants to make money. I have been a property owner in the hollow since 1987. It’s peace and beauty are a source of joy to me. The spirit of community and trust is the true treasure of living in Rappahannock County. I hope we can keep it that way. We in the hollow fully accept commercial development on US 211. The major issue for the planning commission is to decide how deep off 211 commercial development will be allowed. This is a question that goes beyond our hollow and could potentially affect many others. Barbara Adolfi Sperryville Project plans available for inspection In my letter last week you were to watch the Rappahannock News for further developments of the Major’s Hollow Project. Here we go. If you read the very small print you will see that we significantly restructured our Camp and Lodge (56 people) to Lodge and Cabins (23 people). We have on display a large plan and the accompanying material at Mountainside Market. Please come by and look it over. Offer any suggestions, ask questions and help us create something that works for our community. To answer the two most frequently asked questions, there are 36.17 acres in all and, yes, the access roads are in place. The county developed the roads at the top of the property to use it as a dump site, closed before 1973. The access road that enters the property just east of Mountainside Market was developed by Mr. James Russell after he got the permit to develop 36 RV/Trailer sites in 1973. Pearl Lane, although running directly through our property is not accessible to us. We respectfully request that people give us a call, 987-1002 before walking the property as we have incurred some damages due to vandalism. Elizabeth Lee-Harris Sperryville Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 30 Years Ago Thursday, June 12, 1969 I. The newly organized Junior ’ Womens Club held a meeting | Tuesday night at the Parish Hall in i Washington. Among those present were officers Judy Mullaugh, president; Karen Bear, treasurer; Jinnie Swaim, publicity chairman; Patty Titchenell and Valerie Jones, ways and means committee and Anne Hargett, secretary. | The location and design of a pro, posed project for Arterial U.S. 211 in Rappahannock County will be discussed at a public hearing July 8 in Amissville. The proposed new road would be a four-lane divided highway from the Culpeper County line to a point 3.86 miles west. Plans are being made for the organiI zation of a Homemakers Club in the I Slate Mills and Boston areas. Groundwork was laid last week as Miss Judy Burtner, Home Agent, Economics in Rappahannock County, accompanied by Mrs. Alice Dorsey of Boston, visited homes in that area. Janet Hackley and Carter Moffett received awards from the Amissville Ruritan Club as the most outstanding seniors of the 1969 graduating class of Rappahannock County High School. Ruritan H.R. Terhune made the presentation at commencement Friday night. Patrick Alther was graduated with honors June 8 from the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He was in the Government and Foreign Affairs Honors Program; is a member of Phil Beta Kappa and recently became a member of the American Academy of Political and Social Science. He is the son of Martha Alther of Washington and he intends to attend the University in Manchester, England for graduate study. 25 Years Ago Thursday, June 6, 1974 The Rappahannock Recreation Association will hold an open house beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12 at the swimming pool of South Wales Golf Club. The purpose of the open house is to bring county youth and adults together in an informal atmosphere to plan summer recreation activities, and to discuss methods of raising funds for the new Youth Center. Terry Breeden was named outstanding Bus Patrolman at Rappahannock County Elementary school for the school year now termi nating. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Breeden of Amissville. The Rev. Jennings Hobson was ordained to the order of the priesthood of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia on Saturday with the Right Rev. John A. Baden officiating. Mr. Hobson serves Broomfield Parish in Rappahannock. Panorama Realty offered almost 6 acres of gently sloping woodland fronting on State Route 622 in Castleton for $11,200; 2 bedroom home on lot in town of Sperryville for $17,600 and 10.8 rolling wooded acres near the foot of Red Oak for $10,200. 10 Years Ago Thursday, June 8, 1989 After 13 days of rain and over-roast skies the sun broke through to shine on the Rappahannock County Garden Club’s 40th anniversary celebration. The mini-flower show staged at White’s Whitcaim Farm by Marj Exton and Christine Johnston, with active participation by all club members, was an outstanding success. Seventy-five seniors will become the newest graduates of Rappahannock County High School on Saturday, as the school holds commencement exercises for the Class of 1989. Capturing top academic honors in the class are Wesley Jenkins, the valedictorian and Anthony Fudd, salutatorian. Both will address their classmates during the ceremony Saturday. —COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND Photo courtesy ot First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Matilda Gardner was Extension Agent in Rappahannock County in the 1930’s and these young ladies are sporting the dresses they made for 35 to 60 cents. Pictured left to right: Marie Gore, Virginia Johnston, Lavina Yancey, Catherine Jenkins, unidentified, Marie Gore, Ruby Jenkins, Latis Partlow, Ada Virginia Rowzie, Mabel Pullen, Louise Corbin, Mattie Corbin and Anna Racer.

Wakefield graduates honored on May 30 BY CONNIE LALONDE Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Wakefield Country Day School at Huntly held its 20th commencement exercise in the senior garden on Sunday, May 30 to honor 15 graduates of the Class of 1999. The Honorable William Shore Robertson, Chief Circuit Court Judge for the 20th Judicial Circuit, addressed the graduates applauding them for their accomplishments, reminding them of the privilege they have experienced in attending such a challenging, caring school, and urging them to give of themselves in a world greatly in need of values. Erin Nilan of Warrenton, Valedictorian of the Class, reflected on her experiences during her years at Wakefield, “This honor is not only a tribute to my achievements, but it is a tribute to my classmates. I would not be standing here if not for the encouragement, understanding, sense of humor and intelligence they shared with me during my seven years at Wakefield...An education at Wakefield does not end in the classroom with the teacher’s instruction. We continue to learn from one another On the sports field, the activities and after-school get togethers. However, it is the education in the classroom that, in my opinion, is unrivaled in its high standards. We have not been taught what to learn, we have been taught how to learn.” Nilan will be attending The College of William and Mary in the fall Leonard Cowherd of Culpeper, Salutatorian and West Point-bound, in his address said, “The hardest part about leaving is the realization that things will never be the never again be surrounded by the same incredible group of people...I read down the list of names of graduates and they all come at me like hands, squeezing my heart.” Officials say that bear problem not unusual Some residents in the Sperryville area have been having some unwelcome visitors. According to game and wildlife officials, this is an annual occurrence and there isn’t much they can do about it. Game Commissioner Jim Bankston says that this is the time of year during which bears mate. Due to that fact, plus the fact that many berries in Shenandoah National Park are not yet ripe, bears wander from the park in search of food. Bankston added that bears have “a keen sense of smell,” and therefore will be attracted to anything with a scent. Recent incidents near Sperryville include reports of dog food and bird feed being eaten, a half-grown steer being attacked and killed, and a bear breaking into someone’s car for milk and cookies. In addition to these items, bears are attracted to trash bags and even barbecue grills with the grease still on them. According to some residents, bears are becoming less afraid of people and pose an increasing danger. Bankston, however, thinks that the problems we have had so far this year are “nothing out of the ordinary.” Dennis Martin, Resident Biologist and Black Bear Project Leader for the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, agrees with Bankston. He acknowledges that while there have been many complaints, the number of incidents is “probably not higher than what we’ve seen in the past.” Bankston does, however, want people to be aware that bears are roaming over a large area. He suggests that the best thing for people to do is remove anything that might attract bears. Sheriff forming a program for local senior citizens Sheriff Larry Sherertz is forming a program by which his office can make sure that elderly people living alone are doing well. The program, which is yet to be named here, has been tried in other counties with considerable success. Sherertz stresses that participation in the program is strictly confidential. Anyone who wishes to participate would fill out a form and specify a time by which they would call the Sheriff’s Office to say that they’re ok. If the person does not call by the specified time, then the Sheriff’s Office will call that person. If there is no answer, a deputy will be sent to the residence to check on the individ ual. Any individuals who participate would also be expected to notify the Sheriff’s Office when they make plans to leave the area (for instance, when they go on vacation). Sherertz said that a number of elderly people live alone in the county, with no family or friends to check inon them. He added that once people reach 60 or 70 years of age, they tend to not get around as well. He comented that the main reason for the program is that “we don’t want people lying around ill or injured,” with no one to help them. Any questions regarding this program may be directed to Sheriff Sherertz at the Sheriff’s Office, 675-3331. Past Credit Problems? Past Bankruptcy? Judgements and/or Collections? Hard To Document Income? Do You Want To Buy A Home? Have you ever been denied by another Mortgage Company in the past? 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After the benediction Headmaster Michael Vargo turned over the ringing of the bell to seniors Nilan and Brian Fernandez signaling the end of the school year. 1999 graduates of Wakefield County Day School at Huntly Joshua Dale Andes Classical Diploma Front Royal Passavom Chandrangsu International Studies Diploma Maryland Yun Jung Chang International Studies Diploma Korea Charles Robison Cowherd Advanced Honors, Classical, Scientific Diploma Culpeper Leonard Mallonee Cowherd Cum Laude Advanced Honors, Scientific Diploma Culpeper Brian Anthony Fernandez Classical Diploma Front Royal Anna Sofie Hiclson Classical Diploma Marshall Sittidej Kitiparaporn Classical Diploma Thailand Jacob Aaron Konick Cum Laude Classical Diploma Washington, Va r Nayord Leenutapong International Studies Diploma Thailand Richard Joseph McCann Classical Diploma Strasburg Erin Elizabeth Nilan Advanced Honors, Classi cal Scientific Diploma Warrenton Sanjeev Sumant Ranade Advanced Honors, Scientific Diploma Culpeper Ghezal Shan Classical Diploma Manassas Travis Pfister Williams Classical Diploma Flint Hill Cum Laude: GPA 8.8 to 9Magna Cum Laude: GPA 9.2 to 9.4 Summa Cum Laude: GPA 9.5 to 10 Photos by Joyce Hunt SPEAKER: The Honorable William Shore Robertson addresses graduates of Wakefield Country Day School, Huntly, at their 1999 commencement exercise. 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Board From Page A1 A number of individuals in attendance responded to Ms. Kilpatrick, including “Buck” Payne. Payne, who is President of the county Fire and Rescue Association, commented that the proposed recruitment and retention program and alternatives have been evaluated. He said that he likes the idea of classes at the high school, but that it is cost-prohibitive. Other individuals in attendance echoed Payne’s concerns. PCS/cellular towers Luke discussed the first draft of the county telecommunications ordinance. He said that the theme of the ordinance is in Paragraph 1-f: “Personal Wireless Services Facilities should be evaluated as part of a comprehensive plan to provide cellular communications and not as the piecemeal construction of redundant facilities.” He commented that the only facilities allowed in the ordinance are those currently allowed by federal law. Luke added that his intent is to encourage shorter towers by making them easier to obtain. The board scheduled an 8 p.m. work session for the their July meeting to go over the ordinance in more detail. FY 2000 budget The upcoming fiscal year budget was the subject of brief discussion. McCarthy pointed out that taxes will remain unchanged. Robert Anderson thanked McCarthy for his work on the budget. Beverly Massie, former school board member, had some strong words about the school budget. She is astonished at how sharply the education budget has risen since she left the school board four years ago, well over one million dollars. She also feels that the School Board should take another look at the budget. Ms. Massie also commented that she was glad to see the fire and rescue tax remain unchanged. However, she feels that a straight value tax is unfair to farmers. Other business • The board approved, by a 4-1 vote with Mike Massie dissenting, re-appropriating $46,493 from FY2000 to this fiscal year for the Sheriff’s Office to pick up two new cruisers that came in sooner than expected. • By a unanimous vote, the board, approved a resolution praising the individuals, Hunt Harris, Barney O’Meara and Doug Baumgarder, who organized Trash Free Rappahannock. • The supervisors unanimously approved closing Route 612 between U.S. 211 and Route 600, from June 14 through no later than July 13, for bridge repair and reconstruction. • As per VDOT requirements, a public hearing on the closure of Main Street in Sperryville to large trucks will be included as part of the July meeting. • The board authorized McCarthy to extend lease agreements for the county Building and Extension Offices. The offices are located in Peter Kramer’s building on Gay and Jett Streets in Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) h Earl J. OberBauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 Washington. The new lease will be two years and will include rent increase, the first in three to four years. • Two agricultural and forestal districts were renewed, the Jenkins Mountain and Massie/Exton Districts. • Also based on recommendations from the Planning Commission, the supervisors unanimously approved a special exception for Wilhelmina Price to reduce an existing twenty-five acre lot to three acres and adjust the residue into her farm. • The year-end budget adoption meeting was scheduled for June 22 at 7 p.m. • As a result of House Bill 2324 becoming law, McCarty and Luke will take a look at local zonong laws and advise the board on what changes will need to be made. • McCarthy presented an update to the board on the Sperryville Gateway Project. The Commonwealth Trabsportation Board contributed $200,000 to the project. The money will go mainly towards a foot bridge over the Thornton River, as well as street scaping and pedestrian facilities along Main Street. • McCarthy updated the board on the Erosion and Sedimentation control ordinance. The erosion and sedimentation section of state laws has changed, with the main change being that the single family exception has been removed from state law. As a result of the changes, the Building Office is now requiring an agreement from prospective home builders that they will comply with the law in place of a plan. Compliance will be assured during inspection. • McCarthy informed the baord of a revenue sharing plan before the General Assembly. The assembly seems to favor the idea of revenue sharing with localities. The plan is called five-for-five: The state would give back five percent of income tax to localities, and the localities would reduce real property taxes by five percent. The actual numbers would be based on 1996 figures. As a result, Rappahannock County would stand to net a gain of $108,911 in revenue. • The board was presented with a letter from David G. Brickley concerning the establishment of a military history museum in Virginia. McCarthy commented that any military artifacts are welcome. Brickley is also looking for a suitable location for such a museum. • The July board meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, July 7. tI From south-Go to intersection ofRL 211 (Lee Highway) & Rt. 522 at Massif s Gamer, take Route 522 north & go 1 mile to Rt. 641, turn left & continue 0.5 mile to Grinton Lane. Turn left & continue to top of mountain. Pick Your Own Sweet Cherries Opening June 11 June 12-13 and June 17-20 18 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Deep Discounts from Supermarket Prices & Volume Discounts We have ten different types of sweet cherries & all of the trees are under 9 feet. Cherries-On-Top Orchards, Flint Hill Gary Sellers 703-845-0363 School From Page A3 RCES Athletic Field on June 30 at 2 p.m.; and the RCHS Expansion on July 7 at 2 p.m. Roof repair funding , Dr. Gangel discussed the use of end-of-year funds, as available, to finance RCHS roof repairs. If approved by the Board of Supervisors, these surplus funds would be returned to the schools and would supplant, all or in part, the $128,000 cut by the Supervisors in the budget process. Dr. Gangel cautioned that at least an additional $63,280.49 was required to be spent on school capital projects in the 1999-2000 fiscal year in order to meet matching fund requirements and not lose some $106,000 in state lottery funds. School laws Board members Crocker and Makela reported on a recent school law conference in Charlottesville. Discussions at the conference included drug testing and privacy; a recent Supreme Court decision on sexual harassment in a Georgia school; the requirement that schools provide for the needs of “medically fragile” students; and school board access to personnel records. In the Georgia case, Mr. Makela reported, the school was found liable for not preventing the harassment, but standards for school conduct were established that he said would not be difficult to meet, requiring, for example, a reporting system for harassment that students were aware of and could easily use. Other Activities • Jenny Stanley, who will replace Mrs. Johnson as chairperson, reported on the School Renewal Program. Ms. Stanley was a member of a three person SACS accreditation team that recently visited a K-7 school in Hot Springs, Virginia, and noted that RCES compares very favorably with the Hot Springs school. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 June 9, 1999 Citizen of the Week Paul Baldwin Home: Washington Occupation: Owns Baldwin’s Grocery and 211 Quickie Mart Accomplishments: Paul and his wife, Cucie, have lived in the county for close to 16 years. Even though running the stores is a more than a full-time job in itself, Paul is very active in the community. He is involved with the Booster Club and supports - D.A.R.E. at the high school, and he helps out the schools when needed in other ways. The Baldwins support many charitable causes, both with the schools and in the community, by holding bake sales and car washes among other things. Paul is a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, and supports Boys State. Their son, Thomas, will graduate from Rappahannock High School on Saturday and will be attending VMI in the fall. Paul says that Cucie deserves much credit, because without her much of this wouldn’t be possible. Weekend Picks Pickin’ celebration at Hackley’s Store Front porch pickin’ will be held at Hackley’s Country Store on Monday, June 14 from 6 until 8:30 p.m. “Bring your instruments, voices and lawn chairs and plan to have a good time,” said an organizer. The Rappahannock County 4-H members will be selling tickets for a 50/50 raffle to raise money for the 4-H General Fund to use for 4-H programs. Cooking for Optimal Health Kathy Edwards, ND and Karen Loving, NCTMB will offer a one day workshop, Cooking for Optimal Health, on Saturday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rappahannock Healing Arts Center in Sperryville. The cost is $50 per person and includes a “healthy” lunch. “The right foods do have the power to heal; just as the wrong foods can cause sickness, rapid aging and in time, premature death. Come learn what a “dead-food” diet consists of. The body cannot build strong new cells and maintain a healthy immune system to prevent disease when it is receiving lifeless food. We will cook a healthy lunch together and learn what you can do at home to create healthy meals,” said an organizer. Call Rappahannock Healing Arts Center to reserve your space 9877204 or 987-7241. 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. School’s out for carnivals! BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Special Writer Even more than a trip to the beach over Memorial Day weekend, carnivals signify that summer is here. Sperryville’s carnival this past week kicks off a series of three in the area. Amissville is next, June 23-26, followed by Flint Hill’s, July 21-24. With kids yammering to go to Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens, why go to what they might see as a rinkydink alternative? The carnival is the major fundraiser for your local volunteer fire department. With fire fighting equipment getting more expensive, they need your support more than ever. The price tag on a new fire truck these days? Well over $200,000. And annual operating expenses for a fire company can soar close to $100,000. Doug McCabe, President of the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department, offers a behind-the scenes look at the making of a “small” carnival: “I got this job by default when Moe Walker passed away eight years ago. Moe ran the carnivals here in Flint Hill. He was really into them. I had to learn carnival a couple months before and I didn’t have any idea what I was doing. I made a lot of mistakes.” The biggest factor for putting together a carnival is getting a contract with an amusement company. Their staff must be clean and courteous to the public. Sometimes that is hard to get. Currently, Flint Hill is using Five Star Amusements run by Gary Arbaugh. McCabe says, “Camy people are very colorful. They go where the money is, trying to make a buck. They are a little difficult to work with. But we’re pleased with Arbaugh. Once you find a good one, it’s good to stick with them. He’s a good man.” The amusement company makes most of the money off the carnival, at least 70 percent of the gross. They bring the rides, concession, and various games. Where the fire department makes their money is on their food, drinks, games, and raffles. A couple people, in particular, have helped out Flint Hill quite a bit. One by the name of Nancy Jones has been a contributing member and ' has made their truck raffle a hit. Photo by Lee Coghlan FUN FILLED EVENT: Cool evenings and beautiful weather were featured for each of the four evenings of the Sperryville carnival last week. Many local residents, young and the young-at-heart enjoyed the event. Jones is 74 years oldrShe is retired. And three months out of the year, she sells raffle tickets, full-time. McCabe expounds, “Because of her, we’re successful. She singlehandedly has paid for the truck seven years in a row. She takes a lot of pride in selling those tickets. She travels to Warrenton, Front Royal, Culpeper, Marshall and other places. She has a heart of gold.” The other person who should be singled out for their contribution is Admiral Josef Gardiner. Gardiner owns High Meadow Farm out on Route 647. Each year Gardiner donates a cow to be raffled. Even though other carnivals have not been doing that well, attendance at the Flint Hill carnival has not dwindled, and has been growing each year financially. The parade is bigger, thanks to Harry Turnmeyer, a volunteer chief up until last year. He took over the parade and the size of the parade has tripled over the last seven years. This year there will be 200 entries, including the newly crowned Miss Virginia in her first appearance. McCabe says, “Now the parade is a little more organized. Moe used to do everything, even the parade. I don’t know how he did it! I don’t have to mess with the parade. I delegate the bingo, one man handles that. The ladies auxiliary handles all the food and drinks.” But the hardest thing about running a carnival is getting the volunteers to man the booths and help out. For the carnival’s four nights, it is difficult for McCabe to find a volunteer staff. And the amusement companies will not contract for less than four days. McCabe explains, “It’s getting harder and harder to find volunteer help. The volunteers have been very generous in the past, but we’re living in an older community and volunteers are scarcer. If we can’t staff, we can’t open.” Fortunately, that has not happened yet. This year the parade will be on Friday night, July 23, the biggest night of the carnival. If you want to beat the crowds, try Wednesday or Thursday. Wednesday night is family night and kids get to ride all night for a reduced price. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, a boxed barbecued chicken dinner will be available with baked beans, cole slaw, and a roll. Saturday is raffle day with the truck and heifer prizes. Summer is here! “Essential Etcetera** The Middle Street Gallery will be showing two and three dimensional works by Gary Colson, Jeanne Drevas, Nina Moore and Chris Stephens. Paintings, mummies and cocoons, handmade paper, landscape inspired reliefs are featured. They incorporate plaster, clay, fiber, acorns, coffee cans, trompe l’oeuil techniques; you name it. The show runs now through June 27. Hours are Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information call 987-3113. WHAT A SIGHT: Just a few examples of the many pieces of art to be exhibited at The Middle Street Gallery. Contributing artists are Gary Colson, Jeanne Drevas, Nina Moore, and Chris Stephens. Pictures courtesy of The Middle St. Gallery

Church A Activities Worship services scheduled New Hope Deliverance Ministry worship service will be held on Sunday, June 13 at 3 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. 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. County Methodist services County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, June 13 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. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Amissville Baptist Pastor: Rev. V. DeLong Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Mission Groups 7 p.m. 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 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. Bethel Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Forrest Freeman Sunday: , Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service 7 p.m. Tuesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. James W. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bible School 7 p.m. F.T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson 111 Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Family Service - Holy Eucharist 9 a.m. Morning Prayer 10 a.m. Monday: Vacation Bible School June 14-18 Wednesday: Bible Study and Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Special services at Five Forks Revival and Homeconyng services will be held at Five Forks Regular Baptist Church. Homecoming will be held June 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and revival June 14, 15 and 16 at 7 each evening. Lunch will be served on June 13. The speaker will be Dr. Paul D. Hawkins of the Tidewater Baptist Temple in Virginia Beach. Special singing will be provided by the Oak Park Baptist Church in Madison. The Five Forks Church is located at the crossroads of Route 620, Fletcher’s Mill/Five Forks Road and Route 621, Rudasill Mill Road. All are invited. Thornton s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Supply Pastor: Rev. John P. Oliver Jr. Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Butler Judith Coveil weds Phillip Keith Buder Judith Ann Covell and Phillip Keith Butler were married May 15 at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church in McLean. Rev. Mark Andrew officiated at the double ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of William Co veil of McLean and the late Lois Jean Covell. The groom is the son of Mrs. Alice C. Butler of Washington and the late Lewis A. Butler. The groom is a grandson of Mrs. Erma Jenkins of Washington and the late Charles Jenkins. He is also a grandson of the late Amos and Lillie Butler of the Woodville area. Deborah Jean Gibson, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Jeffrey Lewis Butler of Washington, brother of the groom, was best man. The reception Was held at the Covell home in McLean. The couple will make their home in Falls Church. Hitts host cookout Mr. and Mrs. Roger Hitt held a graduation cookout for their son, David on Saturday. Carolyn Dodson, of Manassas was a guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson on Sunday. We want to congratulate all the Rappahannock County students who graduate on Saturday, June 12. May much success follow each of you as you set out to accomplish your goals in life. Viewtown residents are reminded to the Amissville Area Community Association meeting on Thursday, June 10 at 7 p.m. at the Amissville United Methodist Church. Meetings will be held on the second Thursday of each Vlewtown Bj GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 month. Anyone with Viewtown social news, birthday celebrations or other news of interest is encouraged to give me a call to have it included in this column. Have a great week! Families plan annual reunion Cathy Lou Smith invites everyone to attend the McGlothlin reunion on Saturday, June 19, from 12 until 6 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Park on U.S. 211. Bring a dish, old photos to share, and a musical instrument for afterlunch fellowship. Participants may also subscribe to the McGlothlin newsletter and directory. Prizes to be awarded to the person traveling the greatest distance, most family members present, and to the oldest and youngest person attending. Cathy Lou notes she understands Charlie Sanders from Florida plans to attend. For more information, call Cathy Lou at 937-5024. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bonnie Hitt who is recovering from gall bladder surgery. Some people will do anything to get out of those last few days of school! Our sympathy is extended to the family of James H. McGlothlin who passed away on May 27 at Hilton Head Hospital following complications from a heart attack. Mr. McGlothlin was a retired partner of the Washington law firm Covington and Burling. Uatny L,ou ana Carrington Smith enjoyed having their family join them over Memorial Day weekend at Fleeton Beach in Reedville. They returned home to find they had no electric due to a large bird tripping “something” on top of the transformer. If you are away from home frequently, Cathy Lou advises you to have your electric company install a device, for a small monthly fee, that sends a message automatically to the electric company whenever the electric goes off. I have to say the same thing happened to us on May 30 when a squirrel got the shock of his late life on our transformer. When your electric goes off, don’t assume someone else will report the outage, call the electric company from a stationary phone immediately. Special thanks to Heather Smith and others for walking with Cathy Lou and Jane Smith in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life at Airlie in Warrenton. Special thanks is also extended to all the sponsors. Cathy Lou said it was her first time at the walk and encourages everyone to attend next year. There were many activities. Although it was held for 24 hours, participants could walk as little or as great a distance as they desired. Cathy Lou Smith attended the Osbourn Alumni Association dinner on June 5 in Manassas and enjoyed seeing her friends and classmates. She is looking forward to the Class of 1959’s reunion scheduled for Sept 11 at the home of Jeanette Cook Smith. (I knew there was a reason I liked Cathy Lou - I too, graduated from Osbourn High just a “few” years ago!) The Rappahannock Soccer League’s spring soccer picnic will be on Saturday, June 19 at Lake Arrowhead from 12 until 5 p.m. with awards to be presented in the afternoon. Parents and players are encouraged to come out and have a great time! RSVP to your team mom or dad. A list follows of items requested of each player: U-14-hamburger and hot dog buns, U-12desserts, U-10-veggie casseroles, U-8-salads, and U-6-snacks (chips, salsa, etc.). The Amissville Baptist Church will hold their Vacation Bible School from June 21 through June 25, 9 a.m. until 12 with the. theme “Son Castle Faire”. Vacation Bible School is for all community children ages three years through sixth grade. Come out to the pre-registration “Village Faire Carnival” on Saturday, June 19 from 3 until 5 p.m. Last reminder that the Early Learning Center of Culpeper is offering a babysitting course for ages 12-16. 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 from and fee is due by Friday, June 18. Please be sure to leave your news in the box at Hackley’s Store by noon on Sundays. SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. Luray ‘Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs” 1418 Oranae Road Culpeper (540) 125-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING’’ U. S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 Young Innocence Is there anything more innocent than a baby's smile? This infant knows nothing of or sadness...only trust in the love of those who care. At this age his primary needs are hunger and thirst, with someone nearby to provide sustenance his tiny body will grow strong Even as we realize our physical growth and strength I IIIU9I IIVlil I0lI wur opilll so that it too might grow. We “ need the warmth and protection provided by trust in God’s love. We read in 1 Peter 2:2, “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby.” Feast upon your Father's Word as you visit your local church or synagogue each week. Our Lord promises us in Matthew 5:06... “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled.” Is your spirit hungry for God? Sunday Exodus 34 I 9 Monday 2 Samuel I9 8b 23 T uesday Isaiah 30:8-26 Wednesday Isaiah 40:1 -17 Thursday Isaiah 40:18-31 friday Isaiah SSI-I3 Saturday ieremiah 31:1 -22 Scriptures Selected by The American Bible Society Copyright 1999 Ke sler W iliams Newspaper Services P 0 Box 8005 Charlottesville VA??906 ABERDEEN BARN Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (540) 825-1037 Jimmie’s Autg Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts 161 Saunders St. • Culpeper (540) 825-8030 The Colof Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds Rt. 29 South • 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House (540) 825-5888»Culpeper fiappahantiock JJeius Tour Premier Source of News for Rappahannock 675-3338 • Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

Nikki Alther named queen of Sperryville f Nikki Alther was crowned queen of the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department Saturday night. She is the daughter of Tim and Debbie Norman. .Nikki, her family and friends sold a total of 130 books of prize tickets which cashed in at $3250 for the fire department. Nikki thanks everyone for their support in this endeavor. Last Friday night friends gameieu ai ine appetite Kepair Shop in Sperryville to celebrate the birthday of Ed Martin. Those present were his daughter, Barbara Ann Sisk, and her husband Chucky, Thomas, Frannie and Guy Goodwin, Jerry Jenkins, and Ray and Barbara Ann Scherer. Happy birthday Ed. Mrs. Audra Crawford’s visitor on Friday was Lillian Sykes of Culpeper. Sdnday visitors were Opie, Charles Ray and Elizabeth Crawford of Sperryville. Sunday morning three-week old Walter Milton Burke and his parents, Die and Michele, attended church services. Sunday evening they were visited by Tim, Edie, Samantha and Robert Falls. Calvin, Nancy and Kelly Atkins of Woodville By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Sperryville and K.M., Debbie, Cindy and Michael Wharton of Amissville were Sunday dinner guests of Kinsey and Flossie Wharton. Tim and Debbie Norman attended the Baccalaureate Services for the Rappahannock County graduating class of 1999 Sunday evening. Their daughter, Nikki Alther is among those graduating. On Thursday Dan and Bessie Norman attended the Graves Mountain Blue Grass Festival at Syria. They enjoyed the music, especially the Lewis family. On Saturday the Normans attended the exciting True Grit Rodeo at the Culpeper Agriculture Enterprise. Friday evening Sadie Norman, Bonnie and Kelsey Parker, along with a lot of locals attended the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department parade. April Parker was a passenger in the car. Saturday evening Richard, Rena, Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke, had dinner at Ruby Tuesday’s in Winchester. June Clark’s visitors during the week were Starke and Madaline Jones, Odell and Kathleen Adams, Billy and Nina Fox, Cecil Baldwin, Misty Hitt, Loring and Doris Kemp. Mrs. Clark has been entertaining some of Mont Vue Nursing Home residents this week by playing the organ. Mrs. Clark has mentioned her get well cards have slackened off. So please don’t forget she still needs those cards, visits and prayers to boost her spirits. Her address is Mont Vue Nursing Home, 30 Mont Vue Drive, Room 119-A, Luray, Va. 22835. Visiting hours are 11 to 8 p.m. The Five Forks Regular Baptist Church, at the crossroads of 620 and 621, will be celebrating its 76th homecoming June 13. We look forward to visiting with past members as well as the present members. Lunch will be served around 12 noon. Please continue to call Rena Burke, 987-8330 and leave your news items or messages on the answering machine. If necessary, I will return your calls quickly. Call anytime during the week through 10 a.m. Monday. After that news will be added in the following weeks news column. Again thank you for your contributions to this column. I’ve been missing those that have not called in a long time. Methodist women enjoy prayer program - The United Methodist Women met recently with Mabel Lillard. The program was on “Call to Prayer and Self Denial”. The group took a special collection to go to Deaconesses and Missionary women. Those present were Thelma Crane, Barbara Gentry, Mary Curtis, Candy Lamma, Alice Pullen, Mary Frances Bywaters, Louise McCulloch, Artis East and Barbara Jenkins. Michael and Sharen Dunn and twin daughters, Erin and Ann of Mineral and Susan Scott of Bethesda, Md were recent visitors of Mrs. Barbara Gentry. 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. Wakefield Country Day School at Huntly held its 20th commencement exercise on Sunday, May 30. This year’s class consisted of 15 graduates and one of those was from the Flint Hill area, Travis Pfister Williams with a classical diploma. Note Burning ceremony set Fellowship Assembly of God in Sperryville will be commemorating a Note Burning ceremony on Sunday, June 13 at 11 a.m. Rev. J. Kenneth Burtram, Secretary-Treasurer for the Potomac District of the Assemblies of God will be officiating at the ceremony. An afternoon service at 2 p.m. will feature guest speaker Rev. Ralph C. Campbell Jr., of Inwood, W.Va. Pastor Joel Cress invites the community to celebrate this significant achievement in the history of Fellowship Assembly of God. He has stated, “We are indebted to God, who has blessed us tremendously, helping our small church repay , its construction loan in less than six years. Of even greater significance is the way that our church is growing and making a positive impact on lives and families in our community. Great things are happening at Fellowship Assembly!” For more information about this event please contact the church at 937-3562. lint Hitl r" By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 . :.'. — Congratulations to Travis and best wishes for much continued success. The Rappahannock gradu ation will be held on Saturday, June 12 at 10 a.m. and we extend best wishes to all of those from the Flint Hill area who will be among the graduating class. The Flint Hill Fireman’s Annual Carnival will be held July 21 to 24. Interested contestants for the annual honorary fire queen contest may contact Charlotte Turnmeyer at 675-8278. The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have worship service on Sunday, June 13 at 11 a.m. The public is welcome. Have a great week! Workshop slated for June 12 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 r 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 County Extension Office at 341-7950. Registration is needed by June 10. SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. 'Travels with Tommy" from tommy Just $19 with any $43 tommy fragrance purchase Your tommy guy has places to go and people to see! Now he can take his show on the road with the “Travels with Tommy' duffel bag. It's big, bold and best of dll, bears the you'd-know-itanywhere Tommy Hilfiger semaphore logo. It's yours for just 19.00 with any 43.00 tommy fragrance purchase. Limit one per customer. While supplies last Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Day! ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 LURAY SHOPPING CENTER • LURAY, VA • (540) 743-1110 • HOURS: MON.-FRI. 10-8; SAT. 9-8; SUN. 12:30-5:30 WARRENTON CENTER • WARRENTON, VA • (540) 347-1820 > HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 Upcoming Events Burke reunion planned * The families of the late Charles Lewis and Bessie j Burke will hold their annual reunion at the ! Rappahannock Park on Sunday, June 13. All relatives, ! family and friends are invited to attend. Lunch will be | served at approximately 12:30 p.m. The point of contact is ' Abe Burke at 987-8604. Sculpture classes scheduled Two summer sculpture classes will be taught by Charles 1 Flickinger at Oldway art Center in Sperryville. A Figure in ! Clay class will be held June 16 - Aug. 4 on Wednesday ! evenings from 6:30 to 9:30. Cost is $200 and includes model J and materials fee for eight sessions. The other class, ' Portrait Bust in Clay will be held June 16 - Aug. 4 on I Wednesday from 12 to 3 p.m. The cost is $200 and includes | model and materials fee for eight sessions. For information 1 call 987-8718 or e-mail cflickinger@hotmail.com. Are you in need of clothes ? j The First Baptist Church, Main Street Extended in ! Washington will sponsor a Clothes Closet on Saturday, June ! 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Clothes Closet will have all J sizes from children to adult. ‘There is no obligation, no fee, ; just come in and you will be blessed, said a spokesperson.” McGlothlin reunion planned Relatives and friends are invited to attend the annual McGlothlin reunion to be held Saturday, June 19 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Rappahannock Park on US 211. Bring old photos to share; also your musical instrument | for after lunch entertainment. You may also subscribe to ' the family newsletter and directory, as well as purchase raffle tickets for Amissville firemen’s carnival June 23-26. For more details call Cathy Lou Smith at 937-5024. Workshop, classes planned A weaving workshop sponsored by Yarn and More has ! been scheduled for June 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Quilting J classes begin July 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. The class will meet for | five consecutive Mondays. Cost for weaving workshop and quilting classes is. $60. Contact Ellen Manson to register, ! 675-1350. Registration deadline is June 11 for weaving 1 and June 16 for quilting. ; Animal Communication workshop set Harmany Equine Clinic, Ltd. presents Dawn Hayman Animal Communication Workshop July 23-25. Workshop includes introductory lecture, two full day seminar with lunch included for only $185. Call 675-1855 for details. 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 I County High School. During the week the players will par- ! ticipate in: Offensive/Defensive drills, lectures, 5 on 5 com- j petition, 3 on 3 competition and individual competition. 1 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 infor- i mation call Mr. Stanley at 987-8277. Family reunion scheduled The families of Weaver, Butler and Thornhill will host their annual reunion on Sunday, June 27 at the Rappahannock Park on U.S. 211. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Those attending should bring a covered dish. 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. Emery to speak at Library Carla Emery, author of The Encyclopedia of Country Living, will speak at a free special public forum and intensive seminar on Saturday, June 19 at 9 a.m. at the Rappahannock County Public Library in Washington. Carla Emery is a mother, speaker, and writer. Her publicly-acclaimed Encyclopedia of Country Living, is a basic reference work in the field of independent living and family food production (“goats and gardens”). In print for 25 years, this old-fashioned how-to manual and recipe book now has some 400,000 copies in print. If you are interested in learning the homesteading, agricultural and animal husbandry skills that people knew 50 - 100 years ago, you will benefit from this program. For more information call 675-3679. * 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. Tb register and/or receive tickets contact Sandi Carter at 937-4218. Basketball camp planned Final registration is now open for the Ten Star All Star Basketball Camp. Boys and girls ages 10-18 are eligible. Players are selected by invitation only. College basketball scholarships are possible for the most advanced players. For an evaluation form and camp locations call 704-3728610, anytime.

Grigsby family entertains with copkout for daughter, son Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby entertained with a cookout on Friday evening honoring their daughter, Chrissy, who was celebrating her 19th birthday and also the belated birthday of their son Kevin, who was 16. Guests attending were Mr. and Mrs. Jake Robinson and sons Keith and Timmy, Mrs. Joe Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer, Kendra Hitt. Mr. and Mrs. Shelby Frazier, Ray Wharton, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Settle and family and Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg, Karla, Kellie, Matthew and Mark. The annual Weaver-Clore family reunion scheduled for Sunday June 13 will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Mills in Madison and family members can call 9234533 for more information. Our prayefs go out to Mrs. Rosie Wharton, during her illness. Kenneth Switzer was among the 27 students at Rappahannock High School who were certified at the school in CPR on May 19. Last Friday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cave on _.V .. Financial Problems? 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Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher of Turkey Ridge Road and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville visited their sister-in-law, Mrs. Holtzman Frazier in Fredericksburg last Sunday afternoon and dined at Western Sizzlin before returning home. Mrs. Atkins remained overnight with her brother and family. Saturday afternoon Ray Wharton, Joe Peregory, Johnny Bragg and Buddy Grigsby attended a golf meet in New Baltimore. Belated birthday wishes go out to Donnie Cubbage, whose day was Monday. The Reva Volunteer Fire Department is in need of any volunteers who can help work on their new building, every weekend at the station on Birmingham Road, Route 29 South. Boston ARIE F. ATI 987-8802 With all the nice things being said about our own Mrs. Elizabeth Deane on O’Bannon Mill Road, we would like to extend a belated birthday wish to her on her recent 90th celebration and may she enjoy many more birthdays. A special performance by the “New Blue Valley Boys” took place at Novum Baptist Church on Sunday, this being followed with a picnic and was greatly enjoyed by all present. Mrs. Ray Frazier and son Christopher of Turkey Ridge Road and Mrs. Marvin Meade were Saturday guests of Mrs. Michael Swindler of Culpeper. Those attending a swimming party at the home of Mrs. Joe Peregory on Castleton Ford Road Saturday afternoon and she also serving as their “sitter” included, Krystal and Jacob Heflin, Timmy Roberson, Kendra Hitt, Kellie, Karla, Matthew and Mark Bragg, Jason Grigsby and the Peregory children, Joseph and Jennifer. Mr. and Mrs. Jake Roberson and sons, Keith and Timmy attended a family reunion in South Carolina during Memorial Day weekend. New Salem Baptist Church, next to the Salem Fire Hall invites the public to worship with them anytime. Schedule of services include Sunday School 10 a.m., and worship at 11 with Bible study program on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Congratulations to Miss Susan Jewell who was a May graduate of Bridgewater College, majoring in Psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Jewell of Scrabble Road, Castleton. Our sympathy is extended to the families of Mrs. Natalia Garcia and Col. Charles Heckel, both of whom passed away last week. They were Reva residents. Congratulations to our young ladies, Miss Crystal Mills, a senior and Miss Amanda Sims, a sophomore at Rappahannock High School who made the all-A-honor roll for the fifth advisory period. Others from our area making the A-B honor roll, who are to be commended are, Braden and Matthew Wolfe, brothers, and David Anderson and Joseph Peregory. 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ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 LURAY SHOPPING CENTER • LURAY, VA • (540) 743-1110 • HOURS: MON.-FRI. 10-8; SAT. 9-8; SUN. 12:30-5:30 WARRENTON CENTER « WARRENTON, VA » (540) 347-1820 « HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 4th of July children’s parade set Children in the area are invited to “decorate their wheels” and join in the fun of the annual “Parade of Wheels” at the 4th of July celebration in the Town of Washington. Wagons, wheelbarrows, skate boards, roller blades, bicycles, tricycles and strollers are all part of the festive parade this year. Prizes will be awarded to those the judges consider “the most patriotically decorated.” The parade is open to children from birth to 14 years of age. Lineup for the parade starts at 4 p.m. behind the jail. The parade starts at 4:30 p.m. For further information, contact Ellen Manson, parade organizer, 675-1349. Father’s Day concert slated The Blue Ridge Arts Council and the County Warren will present a special Father’s Day concert on Sunday, June 20 on the stage of the Northern Virginia 4-H Center Amphitheater. Bringing the big band sounds of the 40’s and 50’s, the Starlight Octet from the Metropolitan Washington area will perform beginning at 7 p.m. The Amphitheater concerts are sponsored through a grant with the Virginia Commission for the Arts and there is no admission charged. For more information on this and other events arid concerts presented by Blue Ridge Arts Council call 635-9909. Marriage License Michel Richard Cosentino, Washington and Annissa Yevette Brown, Washington. Nathan Alan Cotton, Waynesboro, Pa. and Melissa Ann Payne, Washington. Raymond George Rupertus, Silver Spring, Md. and Joyce Anne Carello, Silver Spring, Md. Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338.

Washington residents travel, visit, entertain Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz spent the Memorial Day weekend with their daughter, Mrs. Denise Jakubowicz and family in Doylestown, Pa. Thursday Mrs. Alyson Sengstack of Centreville visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz and they had lunch at Rae’s Deli in Sperryville. Mr. and Mrs. Schultz visited Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sengstack and sons Eric and Jason in Centreville on Saturday. While there they attended a Roller Hockey game in which Eric participated in and a baseball game the Jason played in. Mrs. Sengstack and sons and Mr. and Mrs. Schultz had dinner at Fair Lakes. The Rappahannock Elementary School will have their graduation on Thursday June 10 at 9 a.m. Several children in the Washington area will be going to the eighth grade next year and we extend congratulations to them on this achievement as they being their high school years. Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark attended the funeral of Mrs. Ollie Vann in Jerome on Tuesday. Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark visited Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Frazier and family in Castleton. The Rappahannock High School graduation will be held on Saturday June 12 at 10 a.m. Happy birthday to Margo Haynes on Tuesday, June 15 and to Kerri Frazier in Spotsylvania on Wednesday, June 16. On Sunday afternoon Margo Haynes, Amanda Brown and Bobbie Jo Brown shopped at Apple Blossom Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Mall in Winchester. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown of Woodville, Mrs. Tanya Bass and Bonnie Brown of Germantown, Md. and Mrs. Bobby Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo after attending the Rappahannock High School Band concert. Best wishes to Bobby and Sarah Brown. They will celebrate their wedding anniversary on Wednesday, June 16. Vacation Bible School will be held June 14 to 18 from 9 a.m. to 12, at the Trinity Episcopal Church due to the construction at the Washington Baptist Church. “Under Construction” is the theme this year due to the construction that is happening at both churches. The main emphasis will be upon building a life in Christ. All area children are invited to attend this week long event planned week. Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark and Bobbie Jo Brown had dinner Monday night with Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simmons. We are sorry to hear that Mike Hudson is very ill at this time and a patient at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville. Please call 675-3608 when you have news for this column. Lewis Atkins honored with birthday celebration Lewis Atkins was given a surprise birthday party May 27 by his daughter, Stacy Atkins and Ryan Scott. Guests were his wife, Dolly Atkins, Dorothy Jackson, Freddie Jackson, all of the Sperryville area, Dorothy Starks and Otha Gatewood of Washington and his brother, James Gatewood of California. On May 30 Lewis Atkins hosted a cookout party. Guests were daughter Stacy Atkins and Ryan Scott; another daughter, Stephanie and her husband Rob Scott along with Nancy and Scott McBride, Freddie Jackson, Dorothy Starks, Otha Gatewood, Dorothy Jackson and Dolly Atkins. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, June 13. Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor invites the public to attend. Kathy Edwards and Karen Loving will be presenting a one day workshop at Rappahannock Healing Arts on Saturday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., entitled Cooking for Optimal Health. Call the center to reserve your spot at this event, 987-7204 or 987-7241. i^ost. is $ou per person anu includes a “healthy lunch.” Birthday wishes go out to my dad, Bernard Jenkins who will celebrate his 75th on Saturday, June 12. Congratulations go out to my husband, Ricky who received a plaque on Friday night for second place for best appearing antique vehicle in the Sperryville parade for his 1964 Chevrolet pickup. Congratulations also go out to my niece, Christal Jenkins who was second runner up in the Sperryville Honorary Fire Chief contest. Christal is the daughter of Robert and Emily Jenkins of Gid Brown Hollow. Many Sperryville residents attended the carnival events each evening and the support is appreciated. Mrs. Thelma Jenkins was a recent Sunday overnight and Monday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cave in Boston. Mrs. Mae Dodson of Orange was a Friday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins. Children enjoyed getting out of school early on Tuesday and Wednesday despite the high heat index. Children will be released at 11 a.m. on Thursday for the summer Sperryville By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 break. Enjoy! Have a great week and give me a call should you have news for this column. LmijiLzirzcj by Randy Minter MAKING EACH DAY COUNT Anyone who has ever faced the prospect of death cannot help but be changed by the experience. The most common reaction involves a newly awakened appreciation for each new day. No thing is too small to go by unnoticed, and no problem is so big that it obscures the wondrous nature of living. The world and the people in it are seen anew and, it becomes easier to forgive human foibles. As Jeremy Taylor once proclaimed to all those who had a mind to pay heed, "Enjoy the blessings of the day if God sends them and the evils bear patiently and sweetly; for this day only is ours; we are dead to yesterday, and not born to tomorrow." Paying attention to the little moments as we rush through our days can go a long way towards bringing us back into our connection to our lives right now. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we understand that the grieving process is different for everyone, and you'll find that we bring our caring attention to discussions with you. We're at 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton. For answers to your questions, call 347-3431. “Count that day lost, whose low descending sun views from thy hand no worthy action done. ” - Charles Stanford Obituaries Mamie Brown Sperryville resident Mamie Mildred Schwartz Brown, 83, of Sperryville died Monday, May 31 at her residence. She was born March 6, 1916 in Monongahela, Pa. to the late Philip Andrew and Ida Hamilton Schwartz. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul Frank Brown and one granddaughter, Patricia Ann Brown. Funeral services were conducted Thursday, June 3 at 2 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Bible Church with Pastor Carl Menefee and Rev. Jon Heddleston officiating. Burial followed at Sperryville Cemetery. She is survived by her son, Richard “Buddy” Allen Brown and his wife, Shirley Ann; two grandchildren, Charles Allen Brown and Melissa Dawn Brown and one great-grandchild, Angela Gail Brown, all of Sperryville. Found and Sons Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Sie Woodard Born in county Silas “Sie” Junior Woodard, 65, of Locust Grove died May 29 at his home. Bom in Sperryville, he was a retired, self-employed painter and an Army veteran of the Korean War. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Ann Woodard; a son, Winston Woodard of Rhoadesville; a brother, Mack Woodard of Orange; a sister, Sarah Davis of Pennsylvania and a grandchild. A graveside service was held on June 1 in the Woodard Family Cemetery in Locust Grove with the Rev. Wilson Corr officiating. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Johnson Funeral Home of Locust Grove. Gladys Grimes Homemaker Gladys A. Grimes, 67, of Berryville died Wednesday, June 2 in a local nursing home. Mrs. Grimes was born on Dec. 17, 1931 in Winchester, the daughter of the late Simon C. and Goldie McFarland Newlin. She was a homemaker and a member of the Winchester Church of God. Her husband, Rev. B.A. Grimes, former pastor of Hambleton Pentecostal Church, predeceased her on Feb. 23, 1984. Surviving are two sons, Timothy O. Grimes of Stephens City and Ronald A. Grimes of Culpeper; one daughter, Janice G. Palmer of Chester Gap; four grandchildren; one sister, Agnes DeHaven of Winchester and one brother, Charles Newlin of Harpers Ferry, W.Va. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, June 12 at Omps Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Ken H. Smith officiating. Interment was in Parsons City Cemetery, Parsons, W.Va. Pallbearers were Charles Palmer, Kenny Taylor, Eddie Yost, Garland DeHaven, Wayne Edmonson and Phillip Fisher. Charles Hunter Truck driver Charles Roy Hunter, 64, died April 28. He was born Feb. 5, 1935 in Washington, Va., the son of the late William and Margaret Hunter. He was educated in the public schools in Washington, Va. He moved to New York City in 1954, where he was working as a truck driver for ABC movers. He lived in Lewistown, Pa., when his health failed, then to Bristol, Pa. Survivors include a daughter, JoAnn Paul of New York and a son, Charles M. 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Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you for any corrections to be made Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, tor any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. We Accept |«»| |[ I ]| | | \T- ]| 66 Shared Housing M/F to share 3 BR house, Ig screened porch W/D, cable, country setting, 5 min. east of Warrenton $275/mo 540-347-1809 122 Sales Houses MODULAR HOME, Ranch, 26 X 60, 3 bdrms, 2 ba. Lg utility room, island kitchen, stove, refrig & dishwasher. Carpeting, baseboard heat, equipped for ceiling air cond. Designer shin: gles, 10 year structural warranty. Set up on your foundation for only $59,995. Carl Frye’s Mobile Home Sales. 540-665-0501. RM| Estate RWTOHnWgggTOT3 private, quality wooded parcels, 27+/- ac., stream, road survey, perc, $71,500 each. MADISON CO. 362 +/ac., mtn. farm, restorable5 BR, 4.5 BA, Victorian farm house near Nat’l Pk. $750K •• 3 BR, 2 BA, countrycontemp. on 37+/- ac. mostly wooded, mtn. views, springs, wildlife. S256K CULPEPER CO. 56 +/wooded ac. with road frontage, 2 parcels, less acreage avail. $130K JEFFERSON LAND & REALTY 540-948-5050 or www.jeffersonland.com. MARSH RUN Community. 2BR, 1BA, new carpet, 2 AC's. $3,000/obo. 540-439+ 8276. 196 Business Opportunity 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. Farm Equipment WANTED TO BUY used farm tractors in running cond. or not running cond. 540-657-9910. MULTI-FAMILY. June 12 & 13, 9 AM-3PM, Fox Pine Sub., off Rt 522, across from Chester Gap Rd 8 miles N. of Flint Hill; 5 miles S. of Front Royal. OLD TOWN Warrenton Yard/garage sale rain or shine, 2 large households, turn., antiques, beds, electric piano, guitar, trampoline, bikes, exceptional doll house, housewares, clothing & LOTS more. Sat. June 12, 9AM-till? 535 Winchester St. in Crate. 40x20 was $5,660 now $2,720. Must sell! Sam 1-800292-0111 TWO STEEL Buildings Engineered Certified. 40x80 was $13,970 now $6,894. 40x30 was $7,112 now $3,690. Must sell, can deliver. 1-800-292-0111. Mice. For Sale 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. Haymarket, VA. 888-723-3554 273 Pets ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES, Females, AKC Reg. Fawn & white, Health guarantee, Champion Bloodlines. Front Royal, Va 540-636-6571 f294 Giveaways FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 350 Business Services EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The one-slop shop for complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper' Slip Covers & Uphnlsicry Residential St CommericaI Kt. 211 Amtssvillc, VA 937-5500 356 Childcare Wanted TEENAGER TO WATCH 2 children in my home in Amissville. 3 days a week during summer. 540-347-7075, 370 Financial / Mortgages CASH FOR NOTES We pay cash for first and second deed of trust notes secured by real estate. In business since 1982. Quick easy closings. Call now for details and quotes. Cambridge Corporation 540-662-2300 400 Adoption A LOVING, childless couple seeking to adopt infant. Willing to pay legal/med. expen Call collect 540-349-9056 Full Tim* * 13 Employment Si Architect/Intern with AUTO CAD experience, for small progressive Architectural firm.. Send resume to JFT AIA, 15 S. 5th. St. Warrenton, VA 20186. DAIRY FARM Field work & relieve milker. Salary based on experience. Housing available if needed. 703-754-0136 DRIVER Experienced tractor trailer driver needed. Home every day. Call between 6 & 8pm. (540) 825-6329 “HELP WANTED Kitchen Help Four & Twenty Blackbirds Restaurant 675-1111 PET GOOMER IMMEDIATE OPENING exp., for estab. clientele at a full service pet center, FT, good pay, Call for details. 540-347-4855 Secretary FT/PT with WordPerfect,for small progressive architectural firm. Send resume to: JFT AIA, 15 S. 5th St., Warrenton, VA 20186 r - 77 ^ Apartment Living V J Brand New Apartments 2 Bedrooms From $465 3 Bedrooms From $545 CULPEPER COMMONS BIS, 750 S21,400 $24,100 $26,750 §28,900 ULfi&LI To nyfcfy your room* muii b* bu ttan ffto** or jj* **il 6*Md oo tha number of p*r*or>» King •2&3 bedroom apartment homes • Fully equipped kitchens • Gas heating and hot water Wall-to-wall carpeting • Waik-in closets with linen shelving • Pool, clubhouse and fitness center • Private balconies/patios Directions: From Main Street, proceed to a right on James Madison Hwy, Left on Belle Ave. to a right on Spring Meadow Lane Leasing office is on left. Located across from Wal-Mart. 1301 Spring Meadow Lane • Culpeper, VA 22701 Tel(540)829-8595 Fax (540)829-8596 ^ Professionally Managed by KSI Management Corp. KSI Legal Notices BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Thursday, June 24, 1999 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SU #99-05-01 Nancy David Dillon, Trustee, owner of 31.3398 acres in Hampton District, known as 350 Fodderstack Road, Washington, VA (Tax Map 20, Parcel 39C - zoned Agricultural and Forestal/ Mulky Mt.) desires to construct an efficiency apartment of approximately 560 square feet within an existing garage structure. Apartment will be occupied by caretaker of the property/ animals. Use allowed under Section 170-36(A) of the Rappahannock County Code; additional standards in Section 170-62(F). A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 7, 1999 at 7:00 pm in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE #99-05-03 Elizabeth Lee Harris, owner of 36.17 acres in Piedmont District, zoned “A”-Agricultural (Tax Map 37, Parcel 21-G), desires to operate a Country Inn/ Lodge in Major’s Hollow near Sperryville. Use to consist of four 1-bedroom cabins and two 2bedroom cabins and a lodge. Total accommodations not to exceed 23 guests. Use allowed under Section 170-36(D) of the Rappahannock County Code; additional standards under Section 17065(E). RZ #99-05-02 Kenneth and Averill Ring, owners of Tax Map 33/ Parcel 61, Jackson District, and the United States Postal Service (contract purchasers) desire to rezone a one (1) acre parcel of land to be used as a replacement U.S.P.S. facility in Amissville. Zoning is proposed to change from R-2 to VC, Village Commercial. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. 6/2, 8/9, 6/18/99 BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator #260617 BACKHOE OPERATORS/ LABORERS Needed for excavation company. Monomoy Services, Inc. is now hiring. Work locally. Benefits offered include insurance, retirement, and vacation. CALL (540) 253-5500 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST: DynCorp, one of the largest employeeowned professional and technical services corporation, has an immediate opening for a full-time Environmental Specialist, applicants should be a U S. citizen possessing a minimum of a B.S. Degree in Engineering/Environmental field. Computer knowledge essential Send resume to: Dyncorp, P.O. Box 861636, VHFS Warrenton, VA 20187 E-mail: akanan@erols.com Fax: 540-349-4064 CLERICAL Permanent F/T position, 9:00-5:30. Wellorganized, detail-oriented person for general office duties including typing, log-in of ag/food samples, filing, customer service via phone, etc. Skills include word processing, working with numbers, ability to communicate and work within a team. Fax resume to (703) 449-9723 or mail to 3810 Concorde Pkwy, Suite 1300 Chantilly, VA 20151. RAPPAHANNOCK -RAPIDAN yflilfc. COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR 9058-09 The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board is experiencing growth in it’s residential services programs tor disabled adults Residential Counselors provide direct care work for consumers in group home settings. Positions allow for flexible schedules, including evening and weekends, and opportunities for growth and expansion. Associates or equivalent experience. APPLY WITH RRCSB APPLICATION BY 12:00 NOON, JUNE 18, 1999, TO HUMAN RESOURCES PO BOX 1568, CULPEPER, VA, 22701 (540) 825 3100 EEO/AA TDD: (540) 825-7391 WANT YOUR PHONE ^ TO RING? classify/ ADVERTISE IN TODAY’S CLASSIFIED 1-800-852-4797

EMPLOYMENT J RAPPAHANNOCK - RAPIDAN l\m. COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD COOK #9121-02 |On-call for meals preparation in commercial Ikitchen in Culpeper. Weekend hours inI eluded. SA Technician #9118 04 Hourly & on-call to monitor client activities, conduct drug screens & perform related tasks. Exp. in human services. SECRETARY I #9054-07 Hrly position, Mon - Thurs, in Fauquier. Skill interacting with public, handling confidential data & WP 5.1. SECRETARY #9127-01 FT position in Fauquier. Skill interacting with public, handling confidential data & WP 5.1. Eligible for full benefits upon hire. TRANSIT OPERATOR #9088-015 PT & on-call positions to transport consumers & deliver meals. Good driving record. APPLY WITH RRCSB APPLICATION FOR ALL POSITIONS LISTED BY 12:00 NOON, JUNE 18, 1999, TO HUMAN RESOURCES PO BOX 1568, CULPEPER, VA 22701. (540) 825-3100 EEO/AA TDD: (540) 825-7391 BUY RECYCLED AND save; It would mean the world to us. For a free brochure, call 1-800-CALL-EDF or visit our web site at www.edf .org For all of your Employment needs, all The TIMES COMMUNITY NEWSPAERS. We have Northern Virginia all wrapped up! Call us today! 703-689-1260 JIFFY LUBE of Warrenton NOW HIRING • Lube Technicians Experience helpful but will train. Great pay and benefits! Contact Tom or Doug 540-341-8663 WATER/WASTEWATER OPERATOR Responsible for operation and maintenance of Water/Wastewater Treatment Plan at vint Hill Farms Station. Duties include: Check & maintain equipment, maintain plant records, monitor flows, check pumps, chemical feeders, read gauges and perform analytical analysis involving Water & Wastewater. Requires valid VA Water/Wastewater Certification. Shift Work. Please Call (540) 349-1814 Fax : (540) 349-4064 or send resume to: E-mail: akanan@erols.com or Oyncorp, P.O. Box 861636, VHFS Warrenton, VA 20187 ATTN: WWTP. EEO/M/F/H/V THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON HOUSEKEEPERS KITCHEN STEWARDS $8.00/hour after successful completion of introductory period, on-the-job training, uniforms, meals, vacation, sick days, health insurance. If you don’t mind hard work and nice surroundings, can work weekends, and take pride in a job well done, then don’t delay, call Anne today at 1-800-272-4466 or 540675-3800 ext. 46. The Inn at Little Washington Middle & Main Streets Washington, VA 22747 EOE WEDDING STATIONERY Beautiful Wedding Stationery INVITATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS NAPKINS • BRIDAL BOOKS ACCESSORIES Stop by our office on Main Street, Washington, VA and we can help you plan your entire wedding. Rappafjannocfe j^etog 675-3338 Maybe a rain dance will do it BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer My garden is threatened. After month’s of work in it and promising growth from it, the only thing between me and grocery store tomatoes is about four inches of rain in the next few weeks, and it doesn’t look like that is going to happen. Watering has saved the snow peas and the cornichon cucumbers, but the little pump is telling me that it hasn’t much left to draw. Shades of last August! I see too, that the first hay cutting was down to about half of normal, and the second doesn’t look like it has much of a chance, at least without some precipatory intervention. I don’t know about the other crops, but I’m sure that they are suffering as well. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports that the Crop Moisture Index in our area (that is the short-term crop need vs. available water in the 5 foot soil profile) is measuring only slightly dry through the end of May, but the Drought Severity Index is moderate to severe, and the Three Month Historical Precipitation Percentage indicates that we’ve received 11-20 percent of normal rain. Perhaps the solution is a good old fashioned rain dance. Brian Ross of Mountainside Market in Sperryville will be sponsoring just that all day on Thirsty Thursday, June 10. To participate, you fill in a form promising to engage in Introducing Franklin Columbia Mortgage Group an Internet Mortgage Company You've surely noticed many mortgage providers advertised in newspapers, radio, television and on the internet. They all provide aggressive interest rates, making themselves identical on the sur face. But there are differences. 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Cemetery Dedication. Living History demonstrations of events in and around this historic church during the years 1861-1865. Southern Horizon Civil War Band. Annual Torchlight Tour. Sunday, June 13th Church Service. The Battles of Aldie, Middleburg and Upperville, and the ambush and death of correspondent Lynde Walters Buckingham. For additional information, call 703-777-0343. 12 Noon 12:15 p.m. 1-5 p.m. 8 p.m. 9:15 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:30 to 3 p.m. 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 Impairmews. Sunrise Assisted Living'® Affiliated with Inova Health Sv»tem \vww.sunrise>al.com Virginia Locations AlevmJru. Arlinct.'n R.1* .... Arinvjr.'n •« •... nfc.n FairUx . Fsirtax . . . F*ll» Church. Cumi«H\ 705/212-^19: • • 701/524*5)00 70/5)6*1060 70 1/691*0046 . 701/914-5064 7CV5)4-27CO . 701/550-2400 i'U;b« SLL f..H. i Oiikton ■ W.hk’ ' :«J1 Rc‘lon ,0>m«ic J0' Sterling . SpriafticM. 'V.irrcm.xi . TOVT77-WTi 7ov:5>-:ov :07/.’5vUV6 T0W4-WH 'CV-?’0-0G<>l 70VW24M3 MOTH* AVI some rain-inducing activity that day, such as planning an outdoor wedding, or painting outside, or buying mushrooms. That entitles you to a free beer or soft drink, and entry into a drawing for a case of such liquids. All are invited, and the afternoon music might just encourage some impromptu rain dancing that might very well put an end to the drought. “Waking Ned Devine” comedy at The Theatre BY ROSIE DAY Rappahannock News Contributing Writer When 72-year old Jackie O’Shea (Ian Bannen) and his 69-year old best friend Michael O’Sullivan (David Kelly) learn that the winning ticket for the 7 million pound Irish Lottery has been pur* chased by one of their townspeople, they set out to identify the unknown winner so they can be first in line to ask for a handout. Plying the citizens of tiny Tully More (population 52) with drinks and dinners, they soon discover that no one has seen Ned Devine lately. A quick visit to Ned finds that he has the winning ticket in hand - and died from the shock. Before long Michael has agreed to impersonate Ned and get the check - a con that will require 52 co-conspirators. Director Kirk Jones, an award-winning writer and director of TV commercials spent four years writing his script and preparing to shoot his first feature film. Looking for an isolated and remote village to represent Tully More, Jones found Cregneash on the Isle of Man. Protected by the government for the last fifty years as a working museum, there are no modern buildings at all. The entire movie was shot in Cregneash, including the interior shots, with the cramped and claustrophobic rooms providing a stunning contrast to the expansive land and seascapes that evoke thb magic of a good Irish story. RAAC is sponsoring this movie that Siskel & Ebert called one of the year’s best films. It will be shown Friday, June 11 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre on Gay Street. Admission is $5 for adults and $4 for students. Rated PG, 91 minutes. Building Report For the period between April 22 and May 2, the Rappahannock County Building Office issued 31 permits. There were 10 new home permits, six addition/remodel/renovation permits, four new shed/barn/garage permits, one pool permits, three permits to replace roofs, five renewal permits and two foundation permits. In addition, the office reviewed 15 set of plans, had 153 scheduled inspections, six walk-in consultations and four scheduled consultations. f RESPECT THE EARTH RECYCLE!

Satellite threat looms large BY IVAN USSACH • Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Folks, the view from Woodville is like this: NASA’s Cassini satellite is far away now, but its headed straight for earth. On Aug. 18, it will enter our gravitational field doing a not-to-shabby 43,000 mph, and it will be carrying over 70 pounds of plutonium, the deadliest substance known. On that special day, our national space agency, in its eminent wisdom, will position Cassini 700 miles above our heads. This “fly-by” maneuver is designed to boost speed and send it on its way to Saturn like a good little satellite. The plutonium is for use later in the mission to keep electrical instruments functioning. NASA would not delay the mission to install a solar-powered equivalent. It has taken me a long time to find the courage to write this article. But at least another eight Pu-fue'led satellite launches are planned. The drive to dominate and control outer space, whether by the U. S. Space Command or any Other military power, is a poor justification for the excessive risk to life posed by spacebased weapons and nuclear power. That is surely the height of arrogance, to the point of insanity! x'uunciy, nas uownplayed the potential accident risk, contrary to its own internal documents. It’s recent launch mishaps are painfully clear evidence that things can and sometimes do go wrong. But even if the officiallystated risks of a launch or reentry accident were accurate, were very, very low, it would still be too high for me. I do not wish for a future where the skies overhead are full of invisible, lethal weapons. Do you? God bless America, but that is not my idea of security. It’s not too late for NASA to abort the fly-by and re-direct Cassini away from Earth. Your voice counts! The Global Network Against Weapons and Nuclear Power in Space is organizing demonstrations across the country on June 11/12. Attend the “No Fly-By Demo” Friday, June 11, from 12-1 pm, at NASA HQ: 300 E Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20546 (off Independence Ave., Metro stop L’Enfant Plaza). Call the White House at (202) 456-1111, or NASA director Dan Goldin at (202) 358-1010. For more information contact the Global Network at (352) 337-9274. For e-mail addresses call me at 987-8872 or write ivanu@igc.org. II Real Estate ] recognized for 1998 results National Relocation and Real Estate Magazine has, for the eleventh year in a row, surveyed and ranked the 300 largest residential firms in North America. The rankings are based upon the number of closed transactions and on the volume of closed sales. Real Estate III was one of the 300 firms recognized for their 1998 results. Real Estate Ill’s number of closed transactions positioned the organization with an overall ranking of 203. In sales volume, Real Estate III was recognized at 196. In the state of Virginia, Real Estate III was seventh in transactions and sixth in sales volume. This is the second year Real Estate III has received this recognition. Your local Real Estate III agents are Rick Kohler, Broker; Mitzie Young, GRI, and Amy Sloane. Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. 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. George F. Brenzy III and wife to Mark A. Sargent and wife, lots 3 and 4, block 6, section 3, plat 5, Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Wakefield District. $78,000. McNear Enterprises REM LP LLP to V.R. Shackelford III, trustee, parcel one, 50 acres; parcel three, 54.8711 acres; parcel four, 50.8036 acres and parcel six, 53.4109 acres, Hampton District. $495,000. James Arthur Combs Jr. and others to V.R. Shackelford III and other, trustees, parcel two, 50.2469 acres, more or less and parcel five, 56.4749 acres, Hampton District. $213,443.60. Evadne E. Evans to John RECYCLE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex,' handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD tollfree at 1-800-424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 4263500. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-543-8294. A. Ferdetta Jr. and wife, 11.4163 acres, Jackson District. $47,000. IMC Mortgage Company to Mark A. Sanborn and others, .50 acre, Jackson District. $67,000. Maury V. Marshall and wife to Robert G. Nye and wife, lot B-5, 31.2229 acres, Jackson District. $110,000. R.S. Contractors Inc. to Justin B. Little and wife, Avery Subdivision, lot three, 2.3374 acres. $138,674. Frances Riley-Loughner and husband to Thomas T. Rawlings, lot 2, section F, plat 6, Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Main Street, Sperryville - 2 BR home, eat-in kitchen, bath, central heat. $65,000 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 987-8146 Rappahannock Properties Southview Remodeled brick home is big & roomy. 2nd kitchen off family & sunrooms for entertaining. Spacious 7 acs. w/stable & pond near SNP. $325,000 Cabin on 36 private acres. Very nice older redwood cabin w/stone FP. Surrounded by flowering shrubs & trees & trails. $165,000 Own a mountain! 187 acres w/superb views already divided into 4 lg. parcels & sold as one. $549,000 Stone Home is open to the sky w/charcoal walls & picture windows. House actually burned, but walls & chimney stand! 23 acs. mtn. views. $139,000 78 Acs. 3/4 open, spectacular view of mtns., easy commute. $445,000 We are nearly "sold out" and need new listings!! Call us for a complimentary market analysis and marketing strategy review of your property today! Real Estate III I Ci,U St. I Ik* I lic.lt cT lUllkiinu, Rick Kohler Amy Si ane 675-1373 ca ta* Mitzif- Young 675-3555 WE CAN HELP YOU LIGHTEN THE LOAD. You don't have to carry the weight of the world on your shoulders. At Pinebrooke Psychiatric Center, we can help. We offer treatment for depression, anxiety disorders, substance abus^and other mental health problems. Our twelve-bed unit enables us to provide personalized care. Our caring, compassionate staff emphasizes wholistic care for the body, mind and spirit. Every effort is made to return patients iu a rieaimy, nuimdi me as quiCKiy as possiDie. merapy is, for the most part, short-term and intensive, in both day treatment and overnight care. Most stays are less than a week. For more information, call Pinebrooke Psychiatric Center. Sunset Lane, Culpeper, Virginia 2270) • 540 829-41)2 • 800 848 3899 l^L PSVCHIATRliC CENTER C u I p o p o r Memorial Hospital HARD TO FIND! COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN RAPPAHANNOCK CO. 20 acres in the designated commercial area outside of town. Frontage on Rt. 211 & Rt. 636. Possible short term owner financing & divisions! Would require rezoning. The Buyer’s Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 butchz@summit.net lOUAl HOUtMO 0*K>«TuxiTr Cool mountain breezes stir as you sit on the porch enjoying the views from this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on 5 acres up in the hollow. Large living room, gourmet kitchen, large deck with hot tub. Two car garage. $279,000 Eileen M. Day, Realtors (540)675-3033 . |W Hi W IB] JqaaiJ 11 if ('molin' I'wl (,/>/(• Was/ling! on, Virginia I uuiil: < n.i umi • Wrh ,nulu\-i cultoi ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century, FLINT HILL - Enjoy peaceful surroundings in this 10 year old, 3 BR/2BA split-level home situated on 5 wooded acres. Pine floors, FP in LR, cathedral ceilings, large FR, front deck & circular driveway. Owner anxious to sell. $159,900 CASTLETON - A classic VA Farmhouse(1934) - renovated w/new wiring & plumbing, new thermopane windows, 4 Thermopane glass doors, & great porches. 5 mostly open acres w/numerous dogwoods & room for a garden! Pastoral & mt. views. $159,000 FLINT HILL - 42 mostly wooded acres w/homesite overlooking the Jordan River. Boundaries recently flagged. Possible owner terms. $162,900 CASTLETON - 9.4 mostly open & rolling acres w/some hardwoods, all-weather stream, views of Bessie Belle Mt. & frontage on Rt. 626. $7500/acre Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 m ~~ Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 Us CALL COLDWELL BANKER Don't be deceived by the outside of | this charming Cpttage located a short I stroll from the Inn. Completely renovated with hardwood floors, a lovely cathedral ceiling and lots of light in living room and kitchen. The inside has been totally done over from floors to ceilings. Priced to sell at $109,000. 0 Cozy and charming Farmhouse on I 75+ acres just waiting for your horses I or other livestock. This lovely mostly L open land with pastoral views is criss■ crossed by board fencing and several streams. The old restored Farmhouse I has 2 BRs upstairs, a den/BR downstairs, plus living room, kitchen, breakfast room, laundry and office with 1 BA on the main floor. Recently reduced to $265,000. i lease can toaay ror a rKfcfc 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. Strange (540)937-5858(H> 332 (.lilies Madison llvvy. • Culpeper, VA 2270! coLOuieu. <0> ... . Rl \AlSSWt I D&NK.CH e l=J www.coldwellbiinkcr.coni -.. Rappahannock County 32 Grandview Ave. 3 level Dutch Colonial on a park-like 5 acres. 4 BRs with master suite on first floor, 3 full baths with one on each floor. Large eat in country kitchen. Living area with cathedral ceilings open to outdoors. Family room finished in basement yywiiv^nwp otta. i wu siviy ^ cai garage witn storage space above. 3 car carport area. Beautiful private setting where you can't see your neighbors. Value priced @ $245,000. Please call Sam Snead. Office 540-635-9808, Home 540-987-9336. -A South Royal Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630 540-635-9808 “YOUR COUNTRY CONNECTION" 1-800-292-3548 SAM SNEAD Broker, GUI, CHS. CRB iv>iv.iaiuiiai (540) 987-9336 - Home E-mail: samsneadl&rma.edu Please visit web page on the internet at http: //www. realtor, com/was hingtondc/samsnead -u: \Di\a rm ii;u ix si:r\ /c/:s" Dial Classifieds: 1-800-852-4797