Rappahannock News, August 4, 1999

RICHMOND Vft 122nd Year... No. 31 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 1999 www.timespapers.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Library is home to bluebird nest boxes A nest box labeled Jane Austen, as well as several other names may be found in the open areas around the Rappahannock Library. These boxes are an effort to help Eastern Bluebirds build to their former population levels. Bruce Jones supplied the boxes and placed them at various locations as suggested by John Trott. See photo and story B-1. Girls basketball tryouts planned JV Girls Basketball try-outs will begin on Aug. 9 at the Rappahannock County High School gym. Tryouts will begin at 9 a.m. and end at 11 a.m. All participants must have a completed V.H.S.L. physical. For further information contact Coach Rhonda Jenkins at 675-3083. Flint Hill Family Frolic planned You are cordially invited to the first Flint Hill Family Frolic to benefit the Front Royal Oratorio Society on Saturday, Aug. 14. It promises to be a fun-filled day with an old-fashioned trail ride and country picnic in the beautiful mountains of rural Virginia. Trail riders will have choice of one of two guided trail rides from Flint Hill - one shorter, flatter loop of five to eight miles, or a second choice of 17 miles up the mountain trail and back. Numbers will be limited, preregistration required by Aug. 8. Donation for the trail ride/picnic combo is $30 each, hard hat and signed release will be required. For more information on trail ride, call Ken Achenbach at 675-3095. To sign up for the picnic with games and music call Carolyn Armstrong at 636-6262. Donation for picnic only is $15 each. Happenings in Rappahannock • Tuesday, Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m., Rappahannock School Board meeting at the Rappahannock County High School library. • Wednesday, Aug. 11 at 7:30 p.m., Washington Town Council to meet at the town hall. • Wednesday, Aug. 18 at 7:30 p.m., Rappahannock Planning Commission to meet at the courthouse. • Monday, Aug. 30 school begins. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Organic network grows Photo courtesy of Sunnyside Farms Brian Mayell watering bedding plants at Sunnyside Farms near Washington. Drought resolution adopted BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors approved two resolutions and three budget items at its August meeting. They also discussed office space for county agencies. The board unanimously approved a resolution instructing County Administrator John McCarthy to request that Governor Gilmore designate the county a drought disaster area. According to the Rappahannock County Food and Agriculture Council, which consists of the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resource Conservation Service and Virginia Cooperative Extension, over 65,000 acres of farmland have been adversely affected by the severe drought and heat this year at an estimated loss of 2.5 million dollars. Most of the land affected is pasture, but hay, com and apples have also been affected. A resolution to support the placement of a commemorative bust of George Washington in the town of Washington was also approved unanimously. The bust was proposed by 31st District Delegate Jay Katzen, in recognition of 1999 being the 200th anniversary of George Washington’s passing and the fact that the town of Washington is the first town in the country to bear his name. As far as McCarthy knows, there will be no cost to the town or county. The bust is reportedly being donated by Mount Vernon. Budget actions The supervisors authorized payment of $101,919.71 from the Fire Levy fund for fire and rescue bills. Of this amount, $90,981.11 will be a pay out to the individual fire and rescue companies for regular bills. The other $10,938.60 will go toward the cost of replacing a water tank on a town of Washington fire truck. The board authorized a supplemental appropriation of no more than $4300 to the Sheriff’s Office Motor Vehicle Fund for purchase and installation of an automobile lift for the bus shop. Sheriff Larry Sherertz and Tim Beahm from the bus shop spoke to the board about the need for this equipment. This will allow the shop to do work on newer vehicles that it couldn’t do in the past. They would also be able to work on emergency vehicles with the new lift. Also authorized was a supplemental appropriation of $66,325.96 to the Clerk’s Office for imaging equipment. The equipment, which has been in use since October, is being used to record deed records. County Clerk Diane Bruce informed the board that there has been no increase in costs since her office switched to this new system. She also noted that there has not been a need for deed books since that time. Office space issues Once again, the board discussed office space for the Treasurer, Commissioner of Revenue and Registrar offices. The issue had been taken up previously in April. Commissioner of Revenue Beverly Atkins, Treasurer Frances Foster, and Registrar Nancy Newlin all addressed the board regarding lack of space in their respective offices. They all agreed that space is tight, privacy is an issue and there aren’t enough outlets for all of the equipment. An additional concern is handicapped access for the offices. None of the buildings currently have handicapped access. The Registrar’s office in particular needs to have a plan for providing handicapped access, as the State Board of Elections is requesting it. Massie suggested renovating the old town hall. Ron Frazier thought the county should consider a separate building for the offices. Board Chairman “Pete” Estes did not like the idea of moving the Treasurer and Commissioner of Revenue. He also thought that the county should go ahead and have a plan in place. The consensus of the board was to have an architect begin working on plans for an addition to existing space. Other business • The Virginia General Assembly recently passed a bill that requires more ground water monitoring for landfills that are located on wetlands or land that is “Hydrologically connected” to wetlands. Furthermore, counties will have to prove that their landfill site does not exist on such property. McCarthy noted that this could affect the county, and monitoring costs could double as a result. • County Attorney Peter Luke updated the board on the status of the county’s boundary with Warren and Fauquier Counties. To the best of his knowledge, everyone who wants to be in Rappahannock County will be when the boundaries are re-drawn. The proposed line will follow the See BOARD, Page A8 Sunnyside Farm’s David Cole expands * S BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Sunnyside Farms owner and AOL. executive David Cole has recently concluded an Agreement to provide equity financing to Walnut j^pres Organic Farms of Penns Creek, Pa., a leading organic products catalog retailer. The $4,000,000 deal will give Cole a majority stake in the firm, ahd will provide. Walnut Acres with the capital and expertise to expand its internet-based operations (visit www.walnutacres.com) and secure additional sources for organic vegetables, fruits and meats. “With over 53 years of organic experience and 300,000 customers, Walnut Acres is the undisputed leader in catalog sales as well as a growing force in wholesale distribution,” said Cole. “ We plan to expand Walnut Acres’ industry leadership by building a fast, easy and reliable online connection between America’s best farmers and discerning customers worldwide, while at the same time supporting our valued wholesale customers with an expanded wholesale product line and increased levels of service.” Cole’s Rappahannock-based Sunnyside Farms (visit www.simnysidefarms.com) and his Virginia organic farm network will also benefit from the deal—Walnut Acres will draw upon the both the products and the production planning capability of the network and will thus create, said Walnut Acres president Bob Anderson, “the largest and most diverse organic farm network on the East Coast.” Sunnyside Institute planned Rappahannock organic farmers and those interested in developing organic capabilities could benefit directly from Cole’s network and from his planned Sunnyside Institute. The sales potential of an expanded Walnut Acres website may require a concomitant expansion of production capacity, and local organic farmers might serve as additional supply sources. The Sunnyside Institute is designed to be a resource to “promote restorative and sustainable agricultural methods,” said Cole. If approved by Rappahannock authorities, he said, “we will build facilities at Sunnyside to house the institute, which will hold public discussion groups, panels, lectures, conferences, and other similar programs. These programs will bring together experts in environmentally sensitive farming techniques, and disseminate to all parts of the agricultural community the most recent and complete data on these subjects, in an effort to slow the abandonment of farm land for other uses and reduce the deleterious effects of environmentally hostile techniques in agriculture.” Adorable 1 Photo courtesy of Robert Burgess/Hearthstqpe J. L. Gardner feeds Hearthstone emus. See story and more photos, Page A-3.

Dedicated woman shares talents with county BY JAMI GILLIS , Rappahannock News Contributing Writer 1 Many of you may know the woman that has been filling this space with information £bout our public schools. But there are also those of you who may not. Either way, you may not know how extremely dedicated and talented she really is. Jan Makela, the Volunteer Poordinator for our public schools seems to exhibit extraordinary talent and enthusiasm, which she shares With our community. ' “She touches so many $reas, not just the areas involved with volunteer work. If there’s any new initiative anywhere, she’s in middle of it. She has a positive attitude, great enthusiasm, and always works for results,” said elementary principal, Raye Tupper. Born and raised in Amissville, Jan is an RCHS alumnus. “There were 39 kids in my class. We didn’t have many other things to do outside school, and there were only a few sports. Our whole class did everything together like a iamily. They were some of the best friends I’ve ever had,” she said reflecting on her experiences at RCHS. After high school, Jan attended Virginia Commonwealth University and earned a degree in elementary education. Jan lived away from Rappahannock for 20 years and spent most of that time teaching at a school in Virginia Beach. She taught second and third grade and alsd helped out as a resource teacher in fourth through seventh grade classes. She was awarded teacher of the year for her excellence. According to Jan, being away from Rappahannock caused her to realize how much she missed the county. “Sometimes it takes being away from somewhere to make you realize how special it is. Every time I came back to visit my parents, I was homesick and didn’t want to leave. I’ve always had a special place in my heart for this county.” Upon returning to Rappahannock, eight years ago, Jan and her husband Ron, took over the family business, Hackley’s Store, which had been run and owned by her father for 57 years. Jan also started becoming involved in her son Josh’s education, hobbies, and interests. “I wanted to be a mom to Josh and be involved in his education. My current position is part-time. It allows me to be with Josh and also to continue contributing to education.” As tne volunteer coordinator, Jan is a resource for teachers. “I try to make their job easier. I find volunteers to come in that help enrich their curriculum, find tutors and resources, and start parent committees to get programs going.” These are just a few of the things she does; the list goes on and on. Jan helped start the visiting artists program, which invites artists in the community to come in and work with students. She initiate^ the technology advisory committee, which involves professionals from the community who help upgrade our technology programs. Jan established a tutoring program for students who need extra help. She also initiated the After-School Enrichment Program at the elementary school. According to Jan the best thing about her job is the people. “I’ve always been a people person, and I’ve met some of the most incredible people because of this job. There are people with wonderful talents and amazing backgrounds throughout the county, and some of them blend into the background. I try to pull them CrossLink ◄.. Quality & Reliability Full-Service Internet Access Serving the Mid-Atlantic With extended local dial access in VA, MD, Wash DC, W VA, DEL, NC, and PA Local Calls ... Global Access Toll Free: 1-888-427-6775 N. 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I also try to get parents to feel that no matter how little they have, they do have something to contribute.” Jan said her main reason for involvement in education »is the kids. “I’ve always loved kids, and I’ve always felt that they were good people. I wanted to help pull more of those good qualities out. I don’t think kids get all the credit they deserve. Also my dad always told me to be part of the solution, not part of the problem. I i like to think that I I can make a difference.” Her hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. “Jan is a tireless supporter of our schools. Her energy is contagious. I love her optimism and her commitment to our students. She does an amazing amount of behind the scenes work to make our schools better,” said Cindy Cumins, former high school English teacher. RCHS principal, i Jack Raines said, “She’s I always bubbly, she works like a maniac, A and she always makes fl me smile.” rormer exchange student Jimena Gomez spent 15 days with Jan while her host parents had to be awav. “In just those 15 days. I got to know her and the good person she is inside and out. I saw how she cares ^ for people. She W dedicates her life ¥ to making people happy. 1 don t think I can find a perfect word to describe her. I’m glad I got to know her.” Jan says her secret for making other people happy involves being a good person herself. “I used to i worry about what peo- " pie would think and how to make others happy. But if you just do the right things and be good person, H everything else W will fall into place and you won’t have to vorry about making other people happy. The dedicated woman seems to spend a lot of time making other people’s days, but in turn she says they also make hers. “They tease me at the elementary school because everything makes my day. I love having a volunteer come into a class and later a kid comes up to me and says “That was awesome’, or teachers like Mrs. Roszak coming up and commenting on what a difference the NHS students have made in helping the firstgraders with their A reading.” W Jan seems to “ value the importance of volunteering and the positive impact it can have. “It makes a difference wherever you do it. It gives you an inside view of the organization you’re helping which usually gives people a more positive perspective of that program. It also sets an incredible example for children of public service and helping others.” Outside of spending much of her life at school, Jan says she enjoys doing anything outside. “I love gardening, bicycling, and being involved in all my son’s activities. And I love animals.” Although she does spend much of her time at school, Jan really seems to enjoy it. “I truly enjoy being at school; it doesn’t seem like a chore to me at all.” If Jan had one wish for Rappahannock County she says it would be..."That everyone, even though we don’t always agree, could realize how many special people surround us. We should use their talents and get to know them better. Hmmmm. What’s that noise? Early on a May morning several years ago, Lee Trott and I were walking along the C&O Canal near Seneca, Md. We heard a curious humming sound that had a pulsating beat, as if the maker of the sound was moving toward and then away from us. And that’s exactly what was happening. Lee spotted the male hummingbird swinging in an inverted arc, as if he was a pendulum suspended on a fine delicate chain. The male hummingbird was displaying for a female. Eventually we saw the female silently watching from a perch. At a certain point in the downward swing, the light struck the male’s gorget — his red throat feathers — producing a flash of fire that disappeared as quickly as it occurred. This display went on for perhaps five minutes. The following week we were drawn back to the same spot. The displaying male was not to be seen, but Lee discovered the female building her tiny nest on a lichen-covered limb of an oak that swept down over the towpath, about 20 feet above us. The female sat in the nest, a mere inch in diameter, and worked rapidly witUShiU to attach grayishins to the outside of spider webbing, led yet again to Imale — silent, alert — incubatio, pea-sized eggs. t£g||flHBj^iitail_were_almost veracalbecause of the i-inch depth of the nest. In an 1892 essay, ornithologist Bradford Torrey wrote that the hummingbird’s nest is “a model of artistic workmanship.” In these days of political correctness, that should be changed to “workwomanship;” the female works alone in building the nest, incubating the two eggs and raising the young. Not only does she work alone but if the male — any male — ventures into her nesting territory, he is attacked and driven away by dives accompanied by angry squeaking. The female feeds her nestlings partially digested nectar and insects. I watched this feeding once in Texas, and it was a fearsome sight! The female stuck her long bill straight down into the open mouth of the young and jabbed vigorously; she was pumping food into the stomach of her nestling. She probed so deeply and with such vigor, I was sure she was doing injury to the young bird, the size of a bumblebee. Accounts vary on the time young spend as nestlings until they graduate to the fledgling, out-of-the nest, stage. One ornithologist stated it to be from six to 18 days; another reported that the young in a nest he observed remained in the nest for 28 days. No doubt, the time young remain in the nest until they can fly with ease on their own is dependent on the weather and other factors not known to us. A flight speed of 60 miles per hour for the Ruby-throated will not surprise anyone who has spent time observing these birds. At the same time, learning that hummingbirds make a nonstop flight of 600 miles over the Gulf of Mexico, from the coast of Louisiana to the Yucatan Peninsula, is startling. Before making this flight, the birds feed heavily and increase their weight by 50 percent — their way of providing fuel for the trip. For many years the legend persisted that hummingbirds //// 8/ke #n?r rl/ <// AtnhHtwtryikMfbt m 4*Uf ^ t20 Hfat Gdf*f#r 3t., Cntp$f*r, Mi Storm Damage This stately 100 year old Summer Rambo apple tree was destroyed in last Wednesdays Storm on the Franklin Warner homeplace. It was one of two trees remaining on the family homeplace. Photo courtesy of Franklin Warner featuring fAte mmm mfAt jAtom rtf fj i?.m. + J rt.nt. /ncret/f/i/e JrttffltfJ on rtAA AXAX, Ctrtrtf AAtAtor, (Ztnn onXrtAo Aon tom/, £' a.r. a>(/\o.1 /lA A AAn jf(/ t’ (onto A j/Aurr oAofAi/ny 05% off buried themselves in the feathers on the backs of larger birds — Canada Geese to be specific — for the trip south. This story persisted for many years until disproved by ornithologists. The little birds make the long flight under their own wing power. Predators known to capture hummingbirds are as unusual as the birds themselves. When flying low over a pond, hummingbirds have been snapped out of the air by large frogs and fish. A dragon- ; fly has been observed catching , the tiny mites. There are a number of records of hum- j mingbirds being ensnared in m spider webs. r or the larger, well-known predator^ - hawks, owls and snakes - the work to capture a hummingbird is probably not worth the effort. Too much effort for too little reward. Vagaries in the weather, such as cold spells in spring after the birds have arrived in their nesting territories, take a toll on the hummingbird population, as do violent wind storms that toss the eggs from nests. Still, enough of these tiny birds survive to fill our days with wonder as we watch their darting flight and brilliant flashes of color. Virginia naturalist John Trott may be reached at: P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va., 22747. Soccer tryouts The U-15 Culpeper Comets will be holding tryouts for the fall season on Aug. 5 at St. Luke’s field in Culpeper, starting at 5:30 p.m. Players need to have been born after Aug. 1, 1984. Players are asked to bring balls, water and wear the proper soccer attire. For more information, please call Earl Edwards at (540) 825-0730 or Geary Parkinson at (540) 547-3076' Building ; Report For the period running June 22 through July 21, the county Building Office issued 29 permits. The breakdown of specific permits issued is below: - nine new home permits - six addition/remodeling/ renovation permits - six new shed/barn/garage permits - one commercial storage building permit - two permits for a deck ! - one carnival permit - five renewal permits In addition, the Building Office reviewed 21 sets of plans, had 147 scheduled inspections, six walk-in consultations and nine scheduled consultations.

Meet the Planning Commission’s newest member, Tom Tepper BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer Even though they are not natives of Rappahannock County, Tom Tepper and his wife Joanne say they love living here. Tom Tepper is the newest member of the Rappahannock County Planning Commission, representing StonewallHawthorne District. He replaces former commission chair Sharon Pierce, and sat in on his first meeting last month. Tepper was approached in June by county Supervisor Bob Anderson about serving on the commission, but was reluctant to accept initially. He decided to join the commission because he thought it gave him a chance to put his architectural skills to use. He also saw it as a chance to give something back to the county. He says that his position on the commission “will allow me to serve the citizens of Rappahannock County, consistent with the ideals of the comprehensive plan and environmental protection.” Born in New York City, Tepper grew up and attended school in Washington, DC. He graduated from Catholic University with a degree in architecture, and has been a registered architect since 1961, the year he married Joanne. Tepper maintained an office in DC until 1994. His work there included designing a one million square foot office building on Pennsylvania Avenue and doing the construction documents on the Washington National Cathedral. He closed his office in Vienna, Va., in which he was a partner, in 1996 so that he could spend more time in the county. ‘ Tom and Joanne bought land in Castleton, where they Tom and Joanne Tepper now live, in 1982. They moved into their house full time in 1992. They recently added to the house to give them more room, and to make room for the grandchildren when they come to visit. Despite being retired, the Teppers stay busy. Tom is a member of the Lions Club and the Rappahannock County Building Code Appeals Board. He still designs houses locally, has done designs for businesses in Woodville and designed the renovations for Rae’s Place deli. “The sandwiches are great,” says Tom. Tom also does calligraphy, the art of fine handwriting. He does it mainly for a hobby, but will occasionally take on a job for someone. On calligraphy, Tom says “I enjoy doing that.” One job that he recently did was for the Cancer Association of South Africa, Inc. Joanne is a retired nurse. She worked at both Oak Springs and Warrenton Overlook. Now, she enjoys gardening and plays bridge with ladies at the assisted living center. The Teppers have two children. Their son, Tom, lives in Denver, Colo. Their daughter, Jennifer, lives in Leesburg. Each is married, with one child and another on the way. Their son-in-law is a landscaper. He designed the garden that Joanne works in. Anyone who wishes to speak with Tom Tepper may reach him by calling 987-9876. Counterfeit money circulating On either Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of last week, someone passed a phony 20 dollar bill at Burgers N’ Things. It was discovered when the owner went to the bank to deposit the money. The counterfeit bill is an old style 20, with a small picture of Andrew Jackson. The Sheriff’s Office has contacted as many businesses as possible to warn them. Sheriff Larry Sherertz wants to alert everyone to be on the lookout for these fake bills. Larcenies in county Around 3:40 p m. on July 27, someone in a white sports car with a black dog pumped $17 worth of gas into their car at 211 Quickie Mart. The perpetrator drove off without paying, and proceeded to head east on U.S. 211. A license tag number is not available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office. A Stihl chain saw was JENKINS ORCHARDS _Quality Fruit_ Peaches Loring, Sunhigh Nectarines Summer Beaut, Sunglo Plums Shiro, Ozark Premier, Santa Rosa Apples Summer Rambos, Paula Red Also Tomatoes, Blackberries, Jam, Honey & Apple Butter Bring your own containers Directions: From Culpeper on Rt 522. left at Yancey Road, approximately 2 miles From Sperryville, Rt. 522, right at Yancey Road 2 miles Watch for signs. Woodville f 540J 987-8192 FREESTONE PEACHES Peaches are a nice size this year! ******* Rambo Apples Selling 7 Days a Week! Bring your own containers! Directions: 25 miles west of Wanenton to Si Rt 628 off Rt 2II at Washington, VA in the oil homeplace, riKhi on Fruit Tree Lane Not responsible for accidents. 54f)-67S-3558 stolen from a residence on Horseshoe Hollow Lane in Washington sometime before July 29. An investigation is on-going. Accidents in county Shortly after 1 p.m. on July 28, 38 year-old Edward Luebke of Washington, Va. lost control of his 1990 Chevrolet pickup in a curve on Route 662 just east of U.S. 522 near Huntly. His vehicle hit an embankment and overturned. Damage to the truck was estimated at $1500. Luebke, who was not injured, was charged with driving under the influence. Kojo Kwakye, 38, of Silver Spring, Md. was involved in a one-car accident on U S. 522 near Route 626 in Scrabble in the early morning hours of July 29. He was driving a truck owned by his employer, a 1998 GMC, when he ran off the road, struck a culvert and overturned. Damage to the truck was estimated at $1500. Kwakye, who State Police believe fell asleep at the wheel, has been charged with reckless driving. LORDY, LORDY LOOK WHO IS 40 HAPPY B-DAY MAMA - Neil, Michael, Conor and Shane GOD BLESS YOU J!sH.O awapeujag Thurs. 8/5 OPEN MIKE Fri. 8/6 LEfIN & MEAN Sat. 8/7 BEAT AROUND THE BUSH with Michael Christopher Family Style Dining Now Open Thursday - Monday Early Bird dinner specials 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. 540-987-3162 www.bluQmooncafe.com Hearthstone enters 4th year BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Rappahannock County can be thankful to the Maazel family and to concerned, involved and dedicated parents, teachers and students for creating and sustaining the Hearthstone Whole Family Learning Center in Castleton. Situated on Castleton Farms in the rolling hills of southeastern Rappahannock, the school grounds and upper and lower school plant only.hint at the educational wonderland within. A visitor to Hearthstone might just be greeted by llamas, goats, or an emu or two upon arrival, but will definitely meet an exuberant, freshfaced band of kids, dedicated and thoroughly involved parents, and teachers whose passion for nurturing their student charges is reflected in their every word and in the sparkle in their eyes. Whoa! What gives? Rappahannock County has a public school system that is well-reputed, provides a more than adequate education to its student population, has performed well on the standardized SOL tests, and has a dedicated body of teachers, administrators, and school board. What is then the need for Hearthstone or other educational alternatives? Surely in a county with some thousand school-aged kids, one could find fifty or a hundred parents who would seek an alternative to public education for their children, regardless of the quality of that public education. There are those who feel that their children require more direct attention, smaller class sizes, a more nurturing environment, a greater emphasis on arts or music or any number of things. The Hearthstone Whole Family Learning Center is not public education, cannot offer the scope or facilities that public education can, but can provide a special curriculum and approach that the public schools cannot or do not wish to. Jane Mullin, Kate Pentland, Maureen Day and Laurie Marshall provided their enthused perspective. Education of the whole chijd Hearthstone is a cooperative school, one in which the member families all contribute to the education of the children. Hearthstone is dedicated to providing an education for the whole child — the heart, the head, and the hands. Based upon the Waldorf model, Hearthstone is' directed at reaching that Photo courtesy of Robert Burgess/Hearthstone ut TAILS: Vanessa Dunn prepares a map of Rappahannock. whole child and integrating the child’s capacity for thinking, willing and feeling. The Waldorf curriculum is music and arts based, and its elements are integrated to enhance the lessons of one subject with the skills learned in another. History texts, for example, are nonexistent, but the students create their own from their lessons and readings, and do so with illustrations and calligraphy to produpe personal texts that are reminiscent of Medieval hand-colored tomes. The curriculum is designed to flow and maintain continuity as the child progresses. In science, the younger child is shown the beauty and wonder of nature, both by seeing and touching, then builds in concert with the child’s development to the more abstract, while always focusing on hands-on study and observation. Continuity is maintained in child nurturing as well. In the lower school, the child and teacher advance through the grades together. The teacher then comes to know and understand her students better and better, and can gauge and react to their development with unparalleled effectiveness. The curriculum is dynamic—no class plan is used, but lessons are keyed to students’ needs and development, and thus provides the teacher with more flexibility to ‘cus tomize’ in reaction to student growth and comprehension. > As Laurie Marshall said, “We care most about the children . . . and whatever way we can do it is ok.” A nurturing facility The Hearthstone physical facility nurtures too. Each of the classrooms is beautifully decorated, and painted in a color schefhe designed to provide the child with an awareness of the power of beauty. Classroom colors change with the grades—nurser^ and kindergarten kids are enveloped in mild flesh tones, third graders have a yellow classroom, and fourth graders work in green. Music and arts are dominant, and seem to tie together the strands of the Hearthstone education. The kids have an opportunity to participate in choir, and learn to play the piano, violin, recorder, and guitar. Crafts skills are taught and follovv the age and development Qf the child. They learn to knit and sew, sculpt with bees wax, tie dye, do metal work and batik. The nurturing environment does not stop at the school door. Outside, the Castleton Farms scene puts the visitor and students at total ease. The children are involved with the animals— learning about them and See CELEBRATE, Page A8 Looks Like A Credit Card, Acts Like A Check! Rappahannock National Bank A t Rappahannock National Bank we believe that you should have access to your money at your convenience. 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“Wisdom of the Wild”, filming of a PBS nature special BY CAROL LUCKING Rappahannock News Special Writer “Lights, camera, action!” Despite record high temperatures, the show did go on for a group of professional filmmak, ers and locals involved in an ; extraordinary learning adventure. Independent Producer, Allison Argo, with Co' Producer, Malvina Martin of Argo Films in Alexandria, directed a crew and cast of .eleven through a five day Schedule, actualizing a vision ^for a PBS Nature series program entitled, “Wisdom of the Wild”. Fascinated by stories 'Allison had heard about the Wessons humans have learned ’from the animal kingdom, she ^created this film to share her •excitement with a national ^audience. " After pitching the project *£o PBS, she received funding ^for her film. Hilary Sparrow, Production Coordinator says 2Ms. Argo is so well respected ,1n the business that she rarely Ras trouble getting her ideas “accepted anymore. « Having already produced 2two other films on location in Rappahannock that were ^pired as National Geographic -specials, she continues to enjoy the beauty and biodiversity of this area. She says it is so unique that perhaps she would consider doing a film on all she’s come to love about Rappahannock some time in the future. For this particular film, she and her crew have traveled extensively. In Kenya, they visited an elephant orphanage to highlight how elephants value family relationship. A trip to Tanzania focused on chimpanzees and their use of medicinal plants for healing. Delinquent children at the Colorado Boys Ranch demonstrated the use of horses and cattle as teachers of. unconditional love. From dolphin therapy for the handicapped in Florida to the hills of Rappahannock, the crew resided for a week at the guest house of local coordinator John and Brenda Van Ness. Although the real stars of the local shots were ladybugs, butterflies, slugs and other insects, five county children who had participated in a previous documentary entitled, “The Secret Life of Cats” were asked to be involved. Among the cast were Devin and Keenan Sherwood, and Windham, Maia and Tiana Lucking. Two previous films shot on location here can be seen on loan from the Rappahannock Public Library. Discovering what we can learn from the tiniest of creatures was the focus of the local shooting. The children were encouraged to participate fully in the collection of a wide variety of small creatures. The crew was endless is creating continual learning experiences for the children and parents. Crew members included Mace Vaughan, entomologist from Cornell University, cinematographer Keith Brust from Tucson, Ariz. and sound recordist George Schafnacker from Wellfleet, Mass., who had flown in from Egypt on another location. While the crew set up the cameras and planned each shot, Mace explored the fields and creeks, delighting in sharing his finds that included a ladybug pupae, a leech, and other specimens. There was a lesson at every opportunity. Continual playfulness became part of every day. Each crew member was given an endear1 ing nickname selected by the children. Tiana Lucking claimed ACTIVITIES A-PLENTY: Children and crew cast were busy from sun up to sun down. 25% off our everyday low prices on Sag Harbor early fall dressing SAG HARBOR SOFT TRANSITIONAL DRESSING. Now permanently reduced. Save on select print dresses and solid and print tops, sweaters, skirts and pants to mix and match. Orig 19.99-29.99 Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Day! 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Rae Gaedke, Jr. of “Rae’s Place” in Sperryville catered daily lunches for fourteen. “She actually called us up on the first day to ask what the children enjoyed most, making every effort to create an exciting meal each day”, said one parent. Packed in dinosaur boxes, a daily surprise toy was included from her store. “Lunch was always something to look forward to”, said Windham Lucking. Mindy Alexander prepared a delicious chicken dish on Tuesday and Marta Segarra used her skillful art of Cubano cooking for an exquisite meal Wednesday of black beans and rice with fish and plantains. Locations that provided stunning backdrops were the farms of Mr. and Mrs. Dick McNear, Mr. Bob Bridges, Mr.a and Mrs. Weiss and the barn of Roy Pullen. The farm of John and Brenda VanNess was used to house the crew and for the daily lunches. The hospitality and generosity of all who were approached and gave their time was a testament to the community spirit of the county. The beauty of Rappahannock was captured at each chosen location. Filming took place mostly in the magical light of morning and evening with naps for the crew after lunch while the children played games and collected more specimens. “It was a lesson in living in the moment as we watched the crew troubleshoot each problem, crfeate new ideas and deal with unpredictable events”, remarked a parent. Ladybugs and butterflies abounded at the VanNess’s for the first morning of shooting. However, because of record high 90 degree temperatures for June, the ladybugs were uncooperative as midday approached and shooting was postponed until that evening. “Cut” was often heard as an airplane flew overhead while recording sound or when a car entered the scene in the background. Despite the well known phrase in the movie business that warns of using children or animals due to their unpredictability, the crew had every angle to make for enjoyment. One child fell in a wet cow flop, there were tumbles off the fences, precious spider webs torn up by the wind and difficulty finding frogs, salamanders and slugs in the obvious places due to the unusually dry weather conditions. Genuine caring and attention to the children’s needs m^de them feel right at home wherever the shoot was being done. ine long days were taken very seriously by the children. Up at 6:30 a.m. and home by 11 p.m. most nights, they were fortunate to have one rainy morning (just after the raindance at Mountainside Market was held). Sleeping until 9 a.m. was a luxury. None were awake when the call from the director came to rally and begin the last day of shooting. Exhausted as they were, they hurdled over fences that whole morning, hearing “Take 10, action!”: and, responding without a groan. Running through fields, mucking through creeks, using nets at dusk to catch dragonflies and fireflies wij,h the crew, created a camaraderie that became uniquely special. 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Home construction on the rise . . BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer The home building industry is extremely busy these days, especially in Rappahannock County. County Building Inspector Richie Burke says that right now, “if you need a good contractor, they’re hard to find.” New home construction is on a pace this year to surpass 1998 figures. And the estimat*ed dollar amount of new construction is expected to do the same. For all of 1998, 50 new homes were built. Thirty-six homes have been started for this year through July 21. Over 10.2 million dollars was spent in the county last year on all new construction, and just over seven million has r been spent through July 21 for this year. Burke points out that construction costs listed in the building reports can be deceiving. The costs given by the Building Office are estimates and, even though they are close to actual costs, tend to be low. He also pointed out that while other states issue permits by construction costs, Virginia issues permits by square footage costs. Despite the low estimates, construction costs are still expected to be higher in 1999 than in 1998. This year started out fairly quiet for new homes. Things really picked up in May, however, and haven’t let up. There are a number of possible factors involved. But Burke speculates that one of the main factors is the dry weather that, while detrimental to farmers, is good for building. Spring and fall, generally around October, are the two busy times of the year for new home construction. New construction is up from last year, and square footage seems to be as well. Exact figures were not readily available, but Burke noted that many homes now being built are larger homes. How does it affect taxes? Stats were not available for this either, but Burke thinks that tax revenues will definitely increase as a result of all the building. Not only are figures higher for 1999 than they are for 1998, they are also expected to be higher for this year than in previous years. Stats are listed below. Year New Homes New Home Construction Costs Total CONSTRUCTION COSTS 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 36* 50 36 48 55 58 49 48 41 59 - through July 21, 1999 $5,000,000 (approx.)* $6,627,820.00 $4,033,304.00 $5,133,800.00 $6,268,049.00 $5,912,600.69 $6,452,538.00 $5,682,293.00 $4,347,503.00 $4,983,888.00 $7,300,000 (approx)* $10,227,512.24 $9,379,830.00 $9,342,511.00 $9,084,586.13 (not including $9,998,262.74 work on rces and RCHS) $8,357,657.00 $8,487,145.00 Not available Not available RLEP Nature Camp enjoyed The 1999 session was the 12th year for Nature Camp, sponsored jointly by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP) and the Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC), and the fifth year the camp was based at Singing Creek. Twenty-two campers attended the two week camp. Camp highlights included: • Scott Lester presented insects that “bite and sting” to complement campers’ study of moths and butterflies, and specific plants that insects need to survive. • Field trips to the Jones’ farm wildlife habitat to study baby birds, butterfly gardens, and fish nests. • Hikes along the Hazel River and other places. • Jay Williams waded through the water ‘ 'With the kids, and helped them to identify many of the creatures that live in local streams. This led to discussions of stream ecology and some actual stream cleaning. • Mike Sheffield’s friends, a corn snake and a pine snake, giving campers an opportunity to learn more about these creatures and hold and handle them. • Instructions on how to quietly walk in the woods so you see the most wildlife. Osha Kondori and Malcolm Sonnet won the mystery prize. Every day counselor asked campers some mystery question about a topic they had been studying or discussing. Over the two-week period Osha and Malcolm had the most correct answers. Camp is truly a community effort, with help from many Rappahannock residents. Their assistance, and the many donations of time and money helped to make Nature Camp an outstanding experience for the attendees. RLEP’s annual meeting will be held Saturday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited. The program is still being planned, but an important part of the meeting will be elections to the board of directors. If you have the time and interest to serve on the Board, call 540987-8859, or send a note to RLEP, PO. Box 94, Washington, Va. 22747. Conservation Alliance selects board At its final Steering Committee meeting on July 27, The Rappahannock ; County Conservation Alliance • (RCCA) selected its initial ' Board of Directors. The objec| tive, said organization facilitator Bayard Catron, “was to create a Board representative of all Rappahannock.” The • RCCA Nominating Committee, chaired by Lois Manookian, selected nominees from each of the county’s magisterial districts, of varying backgrounds and skills, and representing county natives and newcomers, landowners and home renters. The slate of eleven directors includes Roberta Anderson, Don Audette, Bayard Catron, Brooke Fletcher, Douglas Ginsburg, Hal Hunter, Gary Light, Jerry Ochs, Chris Parrish, Hildy Teegen, and Roger Welch. The board-elect will hold • its first formal meeting in ! September, and will begin the ) process of preparation of bylaws, elect officers, and plan its preservation strategy. The mission of the RCCA is to “preserve Rappahannock County as a scenic rural community,” and the organization will do so by using preservation tools such as the purchase or transfer of development rights, promoting the granting of open space and other conservation easements, promot ing growth management laws, and pursuing farm-related conservation programs that will bring financial benefit to local farmers. The RCCA is establishing a network designed to reach out to and obtain the views of all county residents. Information on this organization is available from any of the board members. ^Wvlaltev TRAILERS Pro Stock MP This Multi-purpose Stock g Combo Trailer has a variety of farm uses. A stock trailer format with a finished dressing room in front. Great for show cattle, equestrian sports and all form applications. Pricing from $11,499 A .1 lust See. 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As a parent, especially one with a child starting at Rappahannock Elementary School next year, what goes on in the schools is of concern to Ms. Cordani. “Parents and students need to have input into wnais going on, said Ms. Cordani. She hadn’t really given much thought to running for the school board until she was approached someone in the community about it. Ms. Cordani, a native of Rappahannock County, graduated from Rappahannock High School in 1992. She lives in Amissville and helps run her father’s business; Cordani’s Cordani, one general viewpoint a number of people seem to share is that steady increases in the school budget and in taxes have not resulted in any significant improvement in the quality of education. This is something she would like to address, should she get elected. Anyone who wishes to speak with Rebecca Cordani may call 937-5739. Rebecca Cordani General Contracting Roger Cordani, her father, has lived in the county since age 13 and grew up in a house across U.S. 211 from Hackley’s General Store. He retired in 1995 after serving 25 years as a Prince William County firefighter. He was born in Falls Church as was his wife, Bonnie. In addition to Rebecca, they have two other daughters, Shannon and Wendy, and a son, Sean. While Ms. Cordani is still learning about the issues, she has been receiving feedback from the community on one hot topic - the school budget. According to Ms. Fall Semester Open Registration August 19 9 AM-7 PM Open your mind to new possibilities... Visit or call 540.351.1505 today! 6480 College Street • Warrenton, Virginia 20187 www.lf.cc.va.us

-mappatjannocfe JSetos— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Todd Fortune, Staff Writer Carl Eborn, Staff Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNews@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations Our View Trash Will the new public convenience center help the problem? This month, the county Board of Supervisors viewed plans for the new public convenience site, which will replace the soon to close public dump sites at Huntly and Scrabble, for the first time. The plus side to this new site is that the county will be better able to monitor and combat illegal dumping and scavenging, as there will be one central location for dumping. And as the containers will probably be emptied three-to-four times a week, scenes like the one pictured below at the Scrabble dumps may become less common. On the other hand, there is the issue of convenience. The new center may be convenient for people in Washington and Sperryville, and people in Amissville have the landfill nearby. But what about people in Flint Hill, Chester Gap, Woodville, Scrabble and Castleton? Those people will have to go out of there way to dispose of their trash. There are some who feel that this change will lead to more littering along the county’s roadways, which is already a problem. Assigning people in community service programs to roadside cleanup duty will help, but it’s not likely to stop the problem completely. Whether you support or oppose the new site, it seenis to tie going forward. One good point was made at this month’s supervisors meeting: we need some creative thinking about encouraging people not to litter. And it may take some really creative thinking now that people will soon have fewer places to take their trash. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Carl Eborn Kathy Ewell and her husband Gary hail from Virginia’s Eastern Shore and have been picking peaches in Rappahannock County for 20 years. Here, Kathy is picking in one of Tom Lee’s hilltop orchards off of Fodderstack Road. She commented ‘The peaches this year are as large and tasty as any we’ve picked in five years.” Mr. Lee says that he will have peaches for up to two more weeks. Letters “Heart-Cries” a success A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who came out to see the Headwaters, Inc., summer program, “Heart-Cries of a Captive People” on July 23 and 24. It was your support which made “Heart-Cries” such a success. It still amazes me that our community will brave high temperatures in order to support our students. I love this place. I’d like to thank the almost 50 middle and high school students who spent many long days rehearsing and performing “Heart-Cries.” My hat is off to each one of you. As I told the audience on Saturday night, if these kids are any indicator of the future of our nation, we’ve got nothing to worry about. (I suspect their extremely supportive parents have something to do with it)! Thank you to Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, for your encouragement and support. Our county is blessed to have you working like the dickens to enrich the lives of our students. Thanks to all of our contributors: Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts; Rappahannock Association for the Arts in the Community, the Curriculum Enrichment Committee, The Darby Foundation, the Rappahannock County Parent-Teacher Organization, Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association, and the Rappahannock National Bank. Each of you are to be congratulated for your deep concern for the art forms perpetuated by projects like “Heart-Cries,” and f^r the students who grow by participating in them. Thanks to the Rappahannock County Public School Administration. You were so very flexible in offering your facilities and support in the midst of construction and cleaning. Mr. David Alther, as always, earns my highest respect for helping me get the auditorium ready for performances. I still think he’s an angel from somewhere else. He’s just too good! Thanks to the rest of you who had key roles in making “Heart-Cries” a success—you know who you are. I express my deepest admiration for you all. Theresa Light Woodville Calvin deserves eulogy Most people in the Washington community will be sad to learn of the passing of Calvin, the cat. Calvin was as much a character as any person we have known, so much so that he deserves a eulogy. Calvin was a social animal, not typical of domestic cats. He was well known by the shop people, especially at Morency, where he liked to hang out for a time: he deceived them into thinking he was hungry, just as he deceived us ten years ago. In reality, he was a supreme egoist, lapping up the attention he received and unable to share that attention with any other car. With his big, soulful eyes and noble head and his French-Swiss heritage he was quite distinguished, and knew it. After our second cat came to stay, Calvin began looking around for an alternative situation. More than once he went up to see Ellen Mustoe, for whom he had a special fondness, and asked to spend the night. At our neighbors, the Byams, he took up the position of chief greeter of guests and some even asked for him when they came a second time. Calvin’s roaming habits were bound to get him into trouble, and the tragedy we feared finally came to pass. We shall miss him. Au revoir, Calvin. Betty Buntin Washington Letters to the editor The Rappahannock News welcomes Letters to the Editor from its readers as a forum for discussion of local public affairs subjects. WRITE: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 FAX: the Editor (540) 675-3088 To be considered for publication: Letters must be signed by the writer. Include address and phone for verification (not to be published). Letters are subject to editing for clarity and length. Personal attacks will not be published. Long letters from those with special authority on a current issue may be treated as a guest column (with your photo/requested). Due to volume, letters cannot be acknowledged. All are appreciated and will be read with interest toward the newspaper’s editorial values. If possible, type your letter double spaced using upper and lower case. Letters must be received by noon Monday to be considered for that week's publication. Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 30 Years Ago Thursday, Aug. 7,1969 Libby Snead of Washington riding her pony Ad Lib, walked away with the Large Pony English Championship at the 4-H Light Horse and Pony Show in Culpeper on Saturday. In wining her award Libby won four blue ribbons and one second place. Also attending the show was Ann Baumgardner of Washington, riding her pony Colonel Morton, who won first place in Junior Showing and fitting. Janice Aylor of Sperryville won second place in the English Beginners Class while her brother Pete won fifth place in Junior Equitation Hunter. On Aug. 1, the Board of Rappahannock Library held its annual meeting at which Mrs. Elisabeth Johnson of Sperryville was elected chairman. Mrs. Johnson succeeds William Carrigan who has held the position of Chairman of the Board for the past six years. H. Lawrence Manwaring has been appointed by the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District to represent Rappahannock County. Mr. Manwaring owns and operates an 1100 acre farm near Woodville, where he raises Hereford and Charolais cattle. Six young ladies are competing for the title of Amissville Carnival Queen, 1969. They are andDebbie Martin, Nancy Sheffield, Carolyn Glascock, Cheryl Poling, Nancy Smith and Connie Comer. 25 Years Ago Thursday, Aug. 1, 1974 Apple production may be down this year in Virginia orchards, but in Rappahannock County the production is expected to hold about the same as last year. Rappahannock’s Extension Agent Rapley Owings said he expected production this year to about equal last year’s 580,000 bushels. A medical clinic under the direction of Dr. Werner Krebser of Huntly and Dr. Jerry Martin of Flint Hill is scheduled to open this fall. The lot in the Town of Washington has been cleared in preparation for construction and building material is arriving for the project. This is a much needed addition to Rappahannock. Local fruit has begun to appear at the numerous fruit stands and shops in Rappahannock and prospects indicate a good harvest. Mr. and Mrs. George C. Hawkins opened their shop in Sperryville about the first of June this year, but say traffic volume has not completely recovered from the energy crises earlier this year. The accelerated economy with everything costing more is limiting buying in these areas. 10 Years Ago Thursday, Aug. 3, 1989 Last Wednesday’s torrential rains flooded the area around Sperryville with .9 inches of rain, according to weather watcher Dennis Wingfield. He reported that a total of 8.42 inches of rain fell during July, and that daytime temperatures averaged six degrees cooler than last year. The average rainfall for July is 3.85 inches, he added. The Boy Scouts of Troop 50, Amissville and Troop 123, Washington attended summer camp at Camp Rock Enon in Gore, Va. from July 16-22. The five scouts from Amissville were John Mallory, Senior Patrol Leader, James Stone, Asst. Senior Patrol Leader, Luke Zindel, Aaron Griffith and Djuan Martin. The two scouts from Washington were Bryan Clark and Justin Day. Scout Masters Butch Zindel and Skippy Giles also attended camp with their troops. While on the trip John Mallory advanced in rank to First Class Scout. —COMPILED BY: BARBARA C. WAYLAND" i 1 Photo courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Rowzie of Amissville were community civic individuals. Mr. Rowzie was a Rappahannock School Board member from 1922-1947. He was also chairman of the Rappahannock County Agriculture Stabilization Board for many years. Mr. Rowzie’s son, Maurice Rowzie followed his father on the school board from 1948 to 1972.

Virginia counties declared drought disaster areas BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Agriculture Secretary Dan Glickman designated, on Monday, the entire state of West Virginia and 33 Virginia, Maryland, Kentucky, Ohio and Pennsylvania counties as heat and drought disaster areas. Virginia counties include Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Bland, Buchanan, Clarke, Craig, Frederick, Giles, Highland, Rockingham, Shenandoah and Tazewell. Action by the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors, also on Monday, resulted in the unanimous agreement on a drought relief resolution that will be forwarded to the Commonwealth, and that will begin the process of disaster declaration by the Federal government. The Rappahannock resolution noted that 65,500 acres of farmland has been affected in the county, and that pasture, hay, com and apple losses are estimated at $2.5 million. Should Rappahannock County be declared a disaster area by the Department of Agriculture, area farmers will be eligible for lost-cost emergency loans, and participation in other programs including the Emergency Conservation Program, which provides emergency cost-share funding for water conservation measures; federal crop insurance; and the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program, which provides compensation for crops for which crop insurance is not available. In yet a third Monday drought event, Congressman Frank R. Wolf (R-Va-10) issued a release regarding an Aug. 2 press conference on the Mid-Atlantic Drought in which he participated with the US Geological Survey. In addition to noting the Glickman disaster designation reported above, Rep. Wolf reported that “Governor Gilmore is in the process of making a request to Secretary Glickman for a disaster declaration for 19 counties in Virginia, including Page, Warren and Rappahannock.” According to the Farm Service Agency however, the process for Rappahannock will commence when the county resolution is received, and that will kick-off a process that may take weeks to complete. Meanwhile, though the National Weather Service is still projected a slightly wetter than average August, water supplies in the region are at record low levels, and experts are beginning to see the current drought as the worst in years. 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Supervisors talk trash BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer The subject of trash was a topic of lengthy discussion at this month’s supervisors meeting. John McCarthy presented the board with a plan of the new county public conve nience site, to be located on Rock Mills Road south of U.S. 211 near the high school. The new site, which will take the place of the Huntly and Scrabble dump sites, will have a seven foot board fence with trees in front for screening and a seven foot chain link fence with green plastic coating around the perimeter. The site will also have four containers for trash disposal, containers for recyclable materials, a separate entrance and exit for garbage trucks and a manager’s station. The access road off of Rock Mills, which in the future will connect to the high school, will be paved. The site, however, will not have a paved surface. The supervisors voted unanimously to name the access ■ road Flatwood Road. Roadside trash Trash was also discussed during public comment. John Kiser spoke briefly to the board. He thanked them for passing the resolution recognizing the work of TrashF r e e Rappahannock. Kiser had spoken with Bob Moore, VDOT Resident Engineer, about contract mowing along the county’s highways. Moore was not aware that those who mowed did not also pick up trash on the roadside. After speaking with the contract workers, there has been a noticeable improvement in this area. Moore also says that there is some additional money that hasn’t been used, which could possibly be put to use in the county. Kiser had also spoken with Moore and County Attorney Peter Luke about putting people in community service programs to work on trash pick-up duty. Moore has agreed to provide training, orange vests for the workers and road signs. The Sheriff’s Office has also offered to help. Luke plans to present a summary of the plan to the judge. Kiser says that the only thing missing is a vehicle to transport people to and from the work site. Kiser added that the work of Trash-Free Rappahannock hasn’t cost the county any money. He hopes that they can continue to work without any cost to the county. And he urged everyone to engage in “creative thinking” about ways to encourage people not to litter. Put The "Motor" Back Into Motorcycling. All new Valkyrie Interstate11 Most powerful engine ever put into a custom. • Legendary six cylinder 1520cc engine features incredible horsepower and torque and makes cross-country trips feel like cross-town,jaunts. •Over eight feet long from front to back, the Interstate gives you room to stretch out in comfort. • Chassis is specially reinforced and strengthened for touring loads. • Rear trunk and twin 35 liter saddlebags are weathertight and give the Interstate as much carrying capacity as our Gold Wing’. Manassas Honda 9105 Mathis Ave. • Manassas (703) 361-2233 ALWAYS WLAR A HKLMLT. 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SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY If someone offered you $10,000 to go to college-would you go? >$23 million in financial aid awards 1998/99 >Over 60 programs of study in the five schools >Siudent/faculty ratio of 10:1 >State-of-the-art technology > Average aid package = $10,000 >16 NCAA Division III sports, (including SU’s new football team in fall, 2000) >Cutting-edge curriculum For more information, contact Office of Admissions 1460 University Drive Winchester, VA 22601 (800) 432-2266 or (540) 665-4581 e-mail: admit@su.cdu web site: http://www.su.edu Shenandoah University di>cs not discriminate on the basis ol sex. race, color, icliyion. national or ethnic origin. a^e or physical disability. We moved to help you move. Come to our Open House Saturday, August 7 9:00 a.m. to noon at Culpeper Outpatient Center Join us for tours of the Center and learn about our physical, speech, and occupational therapy and mammography services. Refreshments will be served and families are welcome. 03 CULPEPER OUTPATIENT CENTER CULPEPER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 509 South Main Street, Suite 100 • 829-4162 Photo courK >y Robert Burgess/Hearthstone FORMING A STAIRWAY: Children and adults enjoy life at Hearthstone Whole Family Learning Center. Celebrate From Page A1 caring for them. They garden, play, and engage in special projects like designing and building the teepee that now sits between the upper and lower school. The entire Hearthstone experience appears to be an integration of elements that nurture and promote the development of the child—a dynamic curriculum, dedicated and caring teachers, involved parents, classrooms that invite, and an educational site that beckons. Hearthstone at the Library Aug. 12 Hearthstone will present its educational philosophy and approach at the Rappahannock County Library on Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. The presentation will feature a talk by Blanca Schusterman, a certified Waldorf teacher, on child development and how it fits into Waldorf education. Refreshments will be served and all are invited. For additional information contact Jane Mullin at 987-8978. Board From Page A1 Rappahannock River to within roughly one quartermile of the top of the mountain. The rest will follow lot boundaries. Fauquier and Warren still need to hold public hearings. Luke hopes to have an agreement in place by Dec. 1 and the new county lines taking effect at midnight on Dec. 31. • The board gave consensus to support RappahannockRapidan Planning District 9 in applying for a grant to study the feasibility of a small business incubator for the creation and development of new business. The supervisors have no problem with this as long as no county money is spent. Frazier does not approve of putting public money into such a program. Roger Welch echoed Frazier’s concerns. • The board also heard from Larry Land of the Virginia Association of Counties. He spoke briefly about some of the association’s activities, including the upcoming local Government Officials Conference in Charlottesville, and presented the board with a certificate of appreciation to the county for its membership in the association. The next board of supervisor;' meeting is scheduled for Sept. 8. RECYCLE

• Neighbors/B3 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 August 4, 1999 Citizen of the Week Patricia Bartholomew Home: Washington Occupation: Owner, Mazie’s Daisies Accomplishments: Ms. Bartholomew spreads smiles all around with the flowers she sells and delivers. She also gives her extra Christmas wreaths to senior citizens. In addition, she donates flowers to charitable causes like the Sperryville Fire Department raffle and the Child Care Learning Center raffle. She has also donated flowers, plants and gift certificates to the Feline Rescue League. Outside of her business, Ms. Bartholomew is a member of the Sperryville Fire Department Ladies’ Auxiliary. She helped start up the Animal Welfare League here, and was involved with that for some time. Weekend Picks Puppet show at Library Saturday The grand finale, “Puppets with Pizzazz” will be held this Saturday, Aug. 7 at 2 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library to conclude the summer reading program. All children are invited to attend. There will be refreshments and prizes. Hearthstone at the Library Aug. 12 Hearthstone will present its educational philosophy and approach at the Rappahannock County Library on Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. The presentation will feature a talk by Blanca Schusterman, a certified Waldorf teacher, on child development and how it fits into Waldorf education. Refreshments will be served and all are invited. For additional information contact Jane Mullin at 987-8978. Music at Cooter’s Page County Ramblers will be playing Bluegrass rfibSic every Sunday afternoon from 1 to at Cooter’s, ju$t west of Sperryville. Ben Jones and wife, Alma invite the citizens of Rappahannock to come and join them for a great Sunday af te rnoon of music. Bluebirds at the Library Visitors to the Rappahannock Library may have noticed a number of nest boxes in open areas around the building. These boxes are an effort to help Eastern Bluebirds build to their former population levels. Introduced Starlings and House Sparrows brought them to a dangerous low by taking over nesting cavities. DDT, now banned for use in the U.S., also decimated bluebird populations. “The library sits in prime bluebird nesting habitat,” commented John Trott. His idea of placing nest boxes there was greeted with enthusiasm by Librarian, David Shaffer, who is an avid bird watcher with a remarkable ear for bird song. Shaffer took the idea to the Board of Directors of the library who were equally enthusiastic. Bruce Jones, a conservationist who is developing his acres on Long Mountain Road as a wildlife sanctuary, supplied the boxes and placed them at locations suggested by Trott. Usually nest boxes on a bluebird trail are numbered to facilitate the monitoring that involves frequent checks of nesting activity and recording of data. Since libraries are a focus of great literature, Trott and Shaffer named each box for a favorite English novelist of the 18th and 19th century. Lee Trott painted an author’s name on each box before Jones put them up. A nest box was labeled Jane Austen, her novels delight John and Lee TVott. Another was titled Lewis Carroll at the request of Shaffer, who is a scholar of the works of the author of Alice In Wonderland. Other nest boxes were designated by the names of Henry Fielding, Charles Dickens and Emily Bronte. The two nest boxes designated as Jane Austen and Lewis Carroll were placed at either end of the semi-circle of hollies at the front of the library building. “That was a mistake on my part”, said John Trott. “I didn’t take into consideration the extreme aggressiveness of mockingbirds.” The holly shrubs define the year-round territory of a pair of very territorial mockingbirds. The male of the pair is an incomparable singer that declares the hollies his through a torrent of brilliant song that includes remarkable mimicry of other birds. The mockingbirds have attacked and driven away any bluebird that investigated the Austen and Carroll boxes. “The Jane Austen box is now a favorite singing perch of the male mockingbird.” said Shaffer. “He seems to think the box was placed there for him,” added Trott. To date, the Emily Bronte box had fledged four healthy bluebirds. This nest box was placed at the northwest end of the library. Charles Dickens, located on the hill behind the building, was occupied by a pair of Tree Swallows soon after it was erected. Henry Fielding attracted a pair of Carolina Chickadees at the southeast end of the library. House Wrens were seen investigating this box after the chickadees fledged. “This project was successful on the part of the birds and people,” commented David Shaffer. Trott said that he is pleased with the number of birds that took advantage of the nest Photo by John Trott ANYBODY HOME?: Bluebird nestboxes may be found around the Rappahannock Library. boxes and moved in. “...These nest boxes are for all native species,” he added. Plans for the year 2000 include moving Austen and Carroll out of the mockingbird’s territory and adding more nest boxes. Trott says the area around the library can support a number of nesting pairs of bluebirds along with other native, cavity - nesting species. The cooperative effort has provided pleasure to the library staff, volunteers and visitors. Visitors are requested to observe the nest boxes from a distance and not investigate closely for this can disrupt nesting. Next spring nest box checks will be regularly made by Trott and Shaffer. These will be open to the public. If interested, inform David Shaffer. Your name will be placed on a list to receive information on schedules. Suggestions for other English authors to be honored will also be welcomed. Vandy Solomon of Sperryville has already suggested that George Eliot be considered. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Barbara C. Wayland DELIGHTS AUDIENCE: Bill Wellington of Radio WOOF entertained children with songs and tall tales at the Rappahannock Library on Saturday afternoon as part of the annual summer reading program. This Saturday concludes the program and a special puppet show has been planned for 2 p.m. Children entertained by Bill Wellington BY STELLA CLARK Rappahannock News Special Writer By special request of his admirers, Bill Wellington of Radio WOOF fame, made a return visit to the Rappahannock County Library as the fourth in the series of Saturday Afternoon Entertainers for the children's Summer Reading Program. He brought with him his very shy mouse, who hates kissing. He started off with his fiddle, which he called a saxophone,and moved on to his guitar, and then to a miniature guitar, which he claimed had been full-sized until he mistakenly washed it in very hot water and it shrank! His final instrument was a long wooden flute, which he insisted was a walking stick. Bill is a fine musician and has a good voice, but what rjeally endears him to his audience is his zany sense of humor and irreverent lyrics. “Brush your teeth with kerosene, Brush your teeth and they’ll turn green!” Or the gross, “Brush your teeth with SaniFlush, You’ll hardly even have to brush before your teeth are gone!” Bill’s little mouse is a great help to him, except that it escapes by prodigious leaps whenever he tries to kiss it. He asked Tiffany Wayland to hold the inouse by its ears while he held its feet and kissed it. The little mouse jerked and| twisted and disappeared, leaving only a blue bandanna handkerchief. Tiffany looked distressed, until Bill distracted us with one of his tall tales and the little creature reappeared, looking none the worse for his adventure. Bill’s last number was “Pop Goes the Weasel,” and we all stamped in time to the “Pop!” It was a wonderfully refreshing hour in a miserably hot afternoon. We hope he will come back again and make us laugh some more.

Church i b Activities Homecoming on Sunday Revival services are underway at Beech Spring Regular Baptist Church near Sperryville and will continue through Aug. 7 each evening at 7. Homecoming services will be held Aug. 8 with services at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dinner will be served at 12 on Sunday. Dr. Wayne Thompson from Rochelle in Madison County, a well-known preacher in the area will be speaking at the services. All are invited to attend. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. County Methodist services County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Aug. 8 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. Revival at Flint Hill Revival services will be held at Flint Hill Pentecostal Church Aug. 4-8 with services beginning at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 6:30 p.m. on Sunday with a different speaker each evening. Everyone is welcome. Jack Campbell is pastor at Flint Hill. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 a.m. & 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, and after masses Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Homecoming at Slate Mills The Slate Mills Baptist Church will observe Homecoming on Sunday, Aug. 8 at the 11 a.m. worship service. This is an opportunity to welcome former members as well as friends of the church. There will be a covered dish dinner served at the pavilion, weather permitting. The pastor and congregation extends an invitation to the public to attend. 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. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Children’s crusade planned A children’s crusade will be conducted Aug. 16-20 from 9 until 11 a.m. at the Fellowship Assembly of God near Sperryville. “Join us each day for Bible stories, lively singing and a puppet presentation,” said a spokesperson. An event is scheduled for the teenagers on Aug. 20. Call Pastor Joel Cress at 937-3562 for additional information. F T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship service canceled The worship service of New Hope Deliverance Ministry held at the Washington fire hall has been canceled until further notice. For more information call Minister Doris Fleteher at 675-1434. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Homecoming at Hope Hill * Homecoming services will be held at Hope Hill Baptist Church in Castleton on Sunday, Aug. 8. “We invite all friends and members to join us for a special day of music and preaching,” said Hope Hill Pastor Milton Switzer. Services will be held at 10 a.m. with the Rev. John Lines preaching. Evangelist Roger Freeman will be preaching at the 11 a.m. service. A covered dish,dinner will be provided at 12:30 p.m., followed by Ethel Dividson singing in concert, followed by a closing message from Rev. Freeman. Revival services will be held Monday through Wednesday at 7:30 each evening with Rev. Freeman preaching. Flint Hill Baptist Church Speaker: Robert Geoff Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Susan Butler weds Victor D. Kane Susan Warfield Butler and Victor Donaldson Kane, Jr. were united in marriage on June 12, 1999 at half past eleven o’clock in the morning at the Hebron Lutheran Church in Madison. The bride is descended from ten of the founding fathers of the church which was built in 1740 and is the oldest Lutheran church in continuous use in the country. The bride is the daughter Of Ms. Carolyn Warfield Brown Butler of Springfield, and Maurice Lee Butler of Boston. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Warfield Brown of Sperryville and the late Mr. and Mrs. George Richard Butler Sr. of Boston. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Donaldson Kane Sr. of Newport News. He is the grandson of Mrs. Geraldine Shawen Booth and the late Harry Cornelius Shawen, and the late Mr. and Mrs. John Robbins Kane, all of Newport News. The Rev. David Brooks who officiated, was assisted by the Rev. Merlin Shorb Jr. of the Rappahannock Methodist Charge. The 1800 organ was played by Mrs. Sandra Graves of Madison. She was accompanied by Miss Jennifer Myer of Barboursville on the violin in playing traditional wedding music such as “Canon in D” by Pachelbel and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Edelweiss.” The trumpeter who played for the processional and recessional was Matt Baraclough of Harrisonburg. The Rev. Merlin Shorb Jr. sang “O Perfect Love.” Mrs. Shawen Kane Bartol of Kings Mill and Mrs. Page Kane Conway of Raleigh, N.C., sisters of the groom, read scriptures as part of the ceremony. The bride who was given in marriage by her mother and father, looked elegant in a white silk organza and Alencon lace dress by Valentino, which was strewn with cut glass and pearl beads and extended to a four foot train which was later bustled for the reception. She wore a veil of white tulle attached to a tiara of iridescent beads and pearls. For her daughter’s wedding, Ms. Butler chose a pewter gray linen damask dress with a silver blue silk shantung jacket by Louis Simon, and a chapeau by Frank Olive. Mrs. Jessica Muenzenmayer Donlan of Reston, was the matron of honor and Miss Christie Lea Sunday of Burke, was the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Miss Christine Hunter Luth of Denver, Colo., Mrs. Rehka Mrs. Victor D. Kane Jillella Tumage of Alexandria, and Vienna, Austria, and Miss Sarah Cathryn Wayland, cousin of the bride, of Sperryville. They all wore periwinkle blue sheath dresses by Nicole Miller and custom millinery by Uniquely Yours of Cape May, N.J. Sandra Shawen Conway of Raleigh, N.C., niece of the groom, was the flower girl. The bride and her attendants were housed at the Weaver home on Route 522 in Boston which was built in the early eighteenth century by Peter Weaver, immigrant from Germany, and has continually been in the Weaver family. It is presently owned by John S. Weaver Jr. of Washington, D.C., who has lovingly restored the home. Victor Donaldson Kane Sr. was the best man for his son. Ushers were Dr. Taylor Brooks Chance of Newport News, Grant Marshall Hayes of Napierville, 111., Kevin James Morris of Miami, Fla., Sgt. Mark Christopher Shawen, cousin of the groom, of Newport News, Brian Keith Southard'of Denver, Colo., and Ayen Patrick Torchik of Williamsburg. They all wore traditional cutaway morning suits by Ralph Lauren. Ms. Beth Dundervill of Anne Arundel, Md., attended the guest book. Programs were passed by Miss Nicole DiRico of Los Angeles, Calif., and Miss Martita Smith of Houston, Texas. Mrs. Aline Brown Johnson, great aunt of the bride, was the mistress of ceremonies. The couple departed the church in a horse drawn carriage provided by Feathers Farm of Casanova. Gary Brown Wayland, cousin of the bride, of Front Royal, released two white doves which hovered over the carriage. A lovely garden luncheon reception was held at Wellspring, the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Daniel Wayland, cousins of the bride. Two hundred guests enjoyed a reception held pool side, followed by a sit down luncheon which was served under a canopy on the lower terrace. Traditional Maryland and Virginia specialties were catered by Edwin Gentry, Esq., of Culpeper. Family and friends enjoyed dancing to live music of “Rosetta Stone” from Richmond. The wedding cake which was decorated with blue hydrangea, ivy and periwinkle blue ribbon was baked and served by Mrs. Peggy Thompson of Front Royal. The couple s hrst toast was from antique silver goblets, which were originally a wedding gift to the groom’s great grandfather, Harry Shawen upon his marriage to Miss Lois Leonard of the Hilton area of Newport News. The flowers, which were designed by Pat and Sherry Roberts of Madison, were blue hydrangeas, pink peonies, white English roses and sweet peas all arranged in antique silver vases from the bride’s mother’s antique shop in Alexandria. Prenuptial events included an engagement party in Newport News given by Mr. and Mrs. Victor D. Kane Sr. and Dr. and Mrs. O. Watts Booth, a lake side dinner party, also in the Tidewater area, hosted by Dr. and Mrs. Richard Chance, Dr. and Mrs. James Davis and Mr. and Mrs. William Carpenter, and a ladies luncheon at the Weaver homeplace, hosted by Mrs. Jean Butler Gibbs and Mrs. Jane Butler Thornhill, aunts of the bride, and Mrs. Carol Stehl Butler. A bndal shower was given by the maid of honor, Miss Christie Sunday, and the matron of honor , Mrs. Jessica Donlan, at her home in Reston. The Friday before the wedding, a bridesmaids luncheon was given by the bride’s mother at The Inn at Meander Plantation in Locust Dale. The rehearsal dinner hosted by the groom’s parents at the Bleu Rock Inn near Washington, was given for the wedding party and out of town guests. The bride is a 1988 graduate of Annandale High School and a 1992 graduate of Hollins College in Roanoke. She is employed by the International Monetary Fund " in Washington, D.C. as a Senior Accounting Assistant. The groom is a 1989 graduate of Hampton . Roads Academy and a 1993 graduate of the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington. He is a financial advisor with Legg Mason in Alexandria. 1 he bnde chose a red lame and white lace suit by Ungaro for her wedding trip. After a two week honeymoon at the Jalousie Plantation in St. Lucia, BWI, the couple now resides in Arlington. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray ‘Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675 3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. 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Amissville queen wins “Best Appearing” Congratulations to Emily Taylor who won “Best Appearing Honorary Fire Chief’ at the Brandy Station fireman’s parade. Emily represented Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue. Join the members of Bethel Baptist Church in the celebration of their choir’s anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 7, at 6 p.m. ~ The Walnut Grove Baptist Church of Warrenton and the Carter Singers from Falls Church will be the guest singers. Dinner will be served after the program. Everyone is invited to help the choir commemorate this special occasion. Next Monday kicks off Vacation Bible School at the Amissville United Methodist Church. Vacation Bible School will run from Aug. 9 through Aug. 13 beginning at 9 a.m. and lasting until noon. Children ages three through seventh grade are invited to participate. For registration forms, please call 937-5480. Kady Gum, Amber Dillard, and Jackie Sutphin recently attended the Girls in Action week long camp at Camp Little Cross Roads in Lowesville. Sponsored by the Woman’s Missionary Union through the Jeffersonton Baptist Church, the girls enjoyed meeting and hearing the projects of visiting missionaries, hiking, swimming, vespers, and making new friends. Also attending the GA camp was Katie Murphy, Kaite Payne, and Caitlin Pennington from the Amissville Baptist Church. The church sent 21 RA’s, Acteens, and GA’s to camp over the summer. If you are interested in having your child be a part of a mission group, the Wednesday Night Missions Program will begin on Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. at the Amissville Baptist Church. Mission Friends are for children ages three-five, RA’s are for boys ages six-18, GA’s are for girls ages six-12, and Acteens are for girls 13-18. For Farewell party for mother and daughter Mrs. Kathleen Ricketts of Washington, and daughter, Mrs. Kathy Ricketts Patterson were honored with a farewell party Saturday, July 31 at the Rappahannock Park near Washington. Mrs. Kathleen Ricketts will be moving to Tennessee and Mrs. Kathy Ricketts Patterson will be returning to Texas. Both were showered with a money tree and gifts. The following family and friends were in attendance, Doug, Tammy and Lee Ricketts, Jeff, Becky, Krystal, Charles and Jeffrey Burke, Eddie Ricketts, Betty Lou and Amanda Walter, Mary Ann and Chad Frazier, Charles and Roberta Jenkins and Rhonda and Jeff Jenkins, all of Washington. Also attending were Apnl and Amy Grigsby and Shawn Dodson, Diane Grigsby and Minor Dodson, all of Sperryville, Wayne Baldwin of Culpeper, Juanita and Wade Alther of Rixeyville, Ann and Ed Deavers, Sheila and Tamara Estes, Wayne, Kay, T.W., Kelly, Brandon, Stacy and Chelsie Ricketts, all of Front Royal. Also Dale Burke, Denny and Tony. Mills of Catlett, Chuck, Renea, Matt Ricketts, Mike, Cathy, Cody Ricketts, Penny, Jennifer, Samantha, ;and Brandon Critzer of ■ Manassas, Buzzy and Marcella |Ricketts of West Virginia, J.T. ; and Betty Harrison and granddaughter, and Connie Thomas ; of Viewtown, Dorothy Walter of Winchester, Don and Helen Berry and Dylan of Amissville. Henny and Lisa Ricketts, Herbert,. Judy, Debra and Betty Lou Alvoid, Mr. and Mrs. John Mornini and children of Maryland, Liz and Nikki Dodsortof Luray also attended. Everyone enjoyed a lun filled afternoon with plenty of good food and company. Kathleen and Kathy wish ;to thank everyone for their ■ participation and patience for ! such a hot day. A special thank you to Judith Eagar of ^Washington, for all of her help and contributions. more information, please call 937-6159. Happy August birthday wishes are sent out to Ashleigh Arrington (11), Kevin Martin (11), Carrington Smith, and Partick Owen Mullikin (3). Returning home after a ten day visit in Wisconsin Dells, Wis., is Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Jones and their grandson, Crockett Morgan Poland. Myrna Harrison hosted her daughter Valerie, son-in-lav/ Donald, and great grandson Crockett during their stay. They treated Crockett to water slides, miniature golf, Robot World, and rode a steam train. On Sunday, the family attended a family reunion for the descendants of Dave and Elsie Nelson. One hundred and two family members were present and enjoyed many activities as well as a lot of good food. This trip was a special treat for Crockett who starts kindergarten this fall in Fauquier County. It’s hard to believe school will begin in just a few short weeks. First day back for Culpeper and Rappahannock County teachers is Aug. 23 and school in both counties will begin Aug. 30. Many stores have supply lists available from a variety of schools indicating the materials needed by grade. As any mother who has waited until the last week before school begins will tell you, glue is nonexistent! Shop early and hit those bargains. Thank you for leaving your news in the box at Hackley’s Store by noon on Sundays. _ _ Photo courtesy of Kim Vest Flint Hill Beauty Alicia Jones, Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department Carnival Queen 1999, receives her crown from the 1998 Carnival Queen, Victoria Hudson. Alicia will enter the ninth grade at Rappahannock County High School at the end of August and is the daughter of Howard and Peggy Jones of Flint Hill. Alicia thanks residents for supporting her and looks forward to riding in parades and participating in various related activities over the next year as she holds this title. Members enjoy slide program, English tea By Joan Gannon Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The Rappahannock County Garden Club enjoyed a presentation on the “Development of the English Garden” by Dr. Aileen Laing at its July 20 meeting. Dr. Laing described characteristics of English gardens of the Eighteenth and Twentieth centuries and presented a slide program of Sissinghurst and Stourehead Gardens to the members. Following the program the members held their business meeting. During the meeting, Betty Wood gave a report on the field trip some of the members took to the Garden Club Nature Camp at Vesuvius, Va. Camper Christopher Beck of Rappahannock County was sponsored by the Garden Club and will present a program to the members on his experiences at camp later this year. Flower and vegetable displays were judged by Judy Frey of the Madison County Garden Club. Winners of blue ribbons were Mary Priest, Mary Revercomb, Ruth Baumgardner, Karen Graves and Carol Miller. The hostesses, Joan Herrema, Helen Bridges and Flo Phillips prepared refreshments modeled after an English Tea. Introducing TOMMY HILFIGER NOW AT PEEBLES: TOMMY HILFIGER WOMEN'S FALL COLLECTIONS. UPDATE VCDR WARDROBE WITH AU-AMERICAN CLASSICS IN KNITS, DENIM AND TWILL. CHOOSE FROM SIGNATURE TEES, JEANS, SKIRTS, DRESSES AND ACCESSORIES 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-^110 • HOURS: MON.-FRI. 10-8; SAT. 9-8; SUN. 12 30-5:30 WARRENTON CENTER ■ WARRENTON, VA » (540) 347-1820 » HOURS: MON -SAT^O-9; SUN. 12-6 Upcoming Events Sculpture workshop scheduled A summer sculpture workshop, figure in clay, will be held Aug. 13, 14 and 15 from 11:30 a m. to 7 p.m. The $225 fee includes model and materials. The -- workshop win De taught b y Charles Flickinger at Oldway Art Center, behind Glassworks Gallery in Sperryville. For information call 987-8718. Family reunion slated The family reunion of the late Henry T. Wharton and Lillie M. Cloud Wharton will be held at the Rappahannock Park near Washington on Sept. 4. “Family members and friends are invited to attend, bring a picnic basket and join us,” said a spokesperson. 25th class reunion planned The Rappahannock County High School Class of 1974 is celebrating its 25th reunion on Friday, Aug. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Rappahannock Park near Washington. All graduates are invited to bring their picnic dinner and their family and to please pass the word to other class members. Call Cheryl Taylor at 987-8043 or Susan Huff at 347-4775 for more information. Culpeper Comets tryouts sought Tryouts for the Culpeper Comets U-14 Travel team will be held Tuesday, Aug. 10 and Thursday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. at St. Luke’s School. All interested players please plan to attend. Any questions contact Mike O’Connor at 825-6108 or Cindy Backe at 547-2669. Tennis instruction planned Rappahannock resident and tennis professional Hunt Harris will be offering instructional tennis clinics this summer and again in the fall when weather and schoolAvork schedules shift. Instruction for adults and youth on all levels will be offered - beginner, intermediate and advanced. Classes will start the first week in August, and the tentative schedule thus far is as follows: Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m. Beginner youth; 9:30 Intermediate youth; iu:ju Advanced youth. Fridays: 8:30 a.m. Beginner adults; 9:30 Intermediate adults; 10:30 Advanced adults. For more information, to sign-up, or to discuss a possible schedule change, call Hunt at 540-9873366. Meeting canceled The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board has canceled its Aug. 10 meeting. The next regular monthly meeting of the board will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. at the Bradford Road Office in Culpeper. Ragged Mountain activity Ragged Mountain Resource Center in Sperryville is sponsoring the following activity and more information may be obtained about the event by calling the center at 987-3366. Saturday, Aug. 14: “Second Saturday Hike Series” to trails in Shenandoah National Park (SNP) adjacent to headwaters of Rappahannock River Watershed tributaries. Meet at Mountainside Market on US 211 west of Sperryville between 8-8:30 a.m. and car pool to trail head, return mid-afternoon. Bring food for self and clothing according to weather of day. Destination: Nicholson Hollow Trail on Hughes River. Memorial service planned A memorial service honoring Delores “Dodi” Mary Driscoll (Jan. 22, 1950 to July 17, 1999) ... eulogy and celebration of her service to children and their families will be held Aug. 23 at 1 p.m. at the Jeffersonton United Methodist Church on Route 802 with Rev. Bryan McClain. Wakefield hosts open house Wakefield School in The Plains will host Admissions Open Houses for students entering grades 4-6 and 9-11 on Thursday, Aug. 5 at 7 p.m. The public and especially prospective students and their parents are invited to attend. For more information call 253-5393. United Way plans Fair Day On Friday, Aug. 6, the Culpeper Wal-Mart Supercenter will host Piedmont United Way Agency Fair Day. This event will take place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in front of Wal-Mart. Many different human service agencies from Culpeper, Fauquier, Orange, Madison and Rappahannock counties will take part in this event. Information will be available describing the services offered fron^each agency and how to contact them. The.public is invited to come out and visit with the Piedmont United Way and its agencies. You will leapn how they provide assistance in helping our youth, reducing homelessness, supporting older people and empowering those with disabilities. Refreshments will be served. Summer camp scheduled TASS for Teens of Jeffersonton is organizing and leading a two week Canadian Wilderness Fishing Summer Camps to beautiful Northern Ontario for youth ages 10-17 on Aug. 7-20. The trips will leave from Jeffersonton anff include qualified and caring staff, complete instruction, round-trip transportation, meals, most camping equipment, cabin lodging, and motorboat. For more information call 937-8272. Swing dance lessons continue Swing dance lessons will continue at Trinity Episcopal Church on Saturday evenings at 7. Cost is $2 per person. Children are welcome. For more information call Lindsay and Heidi Eastham at 675-3444.

Castleton residents | enjoy weekend guests i j ? <Tff| ? * n f ^ ? j ’ * t * * 1* Despite the unpleasant weather, our Castleton neighbors have been busy with guests and summer activities. Kate and Dave Kaufman of Gaithersburg, along with son Michael and triplet daughters Maranda, Courtney and Lauren, were overnight guests of Betsy and Rodger Hille this past weekend. They enjoyed a cookout on By CAROLE LIPSKI 987-8588 hope our woodland visitors don’t get any friendlier! A baby shower is planned for Connie Johnson on Aug. 8 at the Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Department. Connie is joyfully expecting a baby boy in October. Carol Williams and I journeyed to Wolf Trap (the popular performing arts center near Reston) last Saturday evening to see. Cowboy Junkies, a folk band from Canada. It was miserably hot but that didn’t stop Saturday night, and the kids went for a ride on the tractor Sunday morning. On Aug. 15 Miss Rebel Dalton Hafner will be two years old. She is a great joy to mom Wendy and dad Dave. Joe Tait announced that his wife Pearl’s daughter, Lanette Jerome, will celebrate her 20th wedding anniversary with husband Billy Jerome this week. The couple will renew their wedding vows in Beltsville, Md. Joe and Pearl plan to attend. Joe Tait also reports that there have been several bear sightings in the Castleton area, and that the same bear could be the culprit that tore several of his pole-mounted bird feeders apart. Some big critter turned our very heavy (but thankfully empty) wooden trash box over a few weeks back, and my neighbors Clyde (Randy) and Kelly Bennett had a bear in their front yard about the same time. Meanwhile, nearby neighbors have reported seeing a bobcat. I wasn’t sure I believed that until I found large (really large!) cat-like pawprints in our woods near the road. The wildlife here is definitely one of the charms of our little comer of the county, but let’s the crowds—lawn seats were tilled to overflowing. We did the smart thing and upgraded to seats in the orchestra. Despite the heat, we thoroughly enjoyed the show. I’m always surprised how easy it is to get to Wolf Trap, and though it’s quite far, the drive is pleasant. I chatted with Ray Cannon, who mentioned that his daughter Ann Powell came to visit him this past weekend all the way from Lancaster, New Hampshire. We also talked about the drought and its impact on area ponds. Ray lost two large catfish he had stocked in one of his ponds to help control algae, which he attributes to severely reduced water levels and lowered water quality. The Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Department will hold its regular monthly business meeting this Wednesday, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. That’s all the excitement this week in Castleton...let’s all hope and pray for a change in this hot, dry weather. Don’t forget to call me at 987-8588 or email me at carole@trendsmedia.com. YOU'LL FIND SOMETHING FAMILIAR IN OUR NEW MATERNAL/CHILD HEALTH UNIT. A HOME. Now, having a baby at Culpeper Memorial Hospital is more personal and special than ever. We treat you and your baby like the individuals you are. You'll stay in one, homelike suite through labor, delivery and recovery. Whirlpool baths, central monitoring of all patient rooms andf J new postpartum rooms are other features we've added. Before and after the birth, we offer helpful classes on subjects such as prepared childbirth, pregnancy, parenting and after-baby care. Should your stay be less' than 48-hours after giving birth, we'll send someone to your home to make sure you and your baby are doing fine. Check in to Culpeper. As always, our family of caring professionals includes both female and male board-certified obstetricians, pediatricians and a lactation consultant. And they use some of the latest technology. * CQ UJ CULPEPER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL The Right Skills. Right Here. Aldrichs enjoy anniversary Congratulations are extended to Lila and Chauncy Aldrich. On July 5 they celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. They gathered at the home of their daughter, Lorna Aldrich in Washington, D. C. for dinner. Their son, grandchildren, and a great-grandchild traveled from Boston, Mass, to join in the celebration. Mr. and Mrs. Aldrich’s friends and neighbors wish them a speedy recovery from their recent surgery. Visitors of Doris Jones this week are her daughter, Paula Albanna, and grandchildren, Gabriella and Ghazi. Doris and her family will be spending a few days in Williamsburg. Emory and Frances Conners along with Ken Marlor of Boston, and Kyle and Judy Alicie and sons, Scott and Sam of Culpeper were Sunday luncheon guests of Earl and Bess Aylor at the Golden Corral in Culpeper. Sadie Norman’s visitors during the week were Mary Wiley, Flossie Wharton, Heather Dunn, Corey Norman, her friend Lisa and Jim and Kim Norman. Saturday visitors of Mrs. Audra Crawford were Jim, Lillian, Missy, Brad, Thomas, Michael and Damian Sykes of Culpeper. Walter Milton Burke and his parents and grandparents had breakfast at Bob Evans in Winchester on Saturday morning. Sunday evening Dan and Bessie Norman stopped by Cooter’s in Sperryville to enjoy the Blue Grass music provided by the Page County Ramblers and others. June Clark and Misty Hitt’s visitors this week were Mildred Timbers, Rev. Starke and Madelyne Jones, Rev. Alphesus and Eva Atkins, his niece and nephew, Beth Ann and Eric, Jimmy and Myrtle Falls, Richard, Rena, Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke, Billy and Nina Fox, Betty Wood, Wilhelmina Price, Elsie and Margaret Dodson, Lou Good, and Henry B., Angela, and Julia Catherine Wood. Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Kinsey Wharton were Mr. and Mrs. Doug Cumins, Jake, Joe and Julie of Centreville, Mr. and Mrs. K. M. Wharton, Cindy and Michael of Amissville, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Atkins and Kelly, Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Hitt and Nicholas of Sperryville, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Atkins of Washington and Mr. and Mrs. Dan Norman. Mrs. Louise O’Bannon’s nephew, Steve Hopkins of Richmond, stopped by Sunday for dinner and a visit with his aunt. Please call Rena Burke, 987-8330, with your news items. Please remember your input is detriment to«the continuation of this column. My thanks to all those that have helped to keep Mrs. Clark’s column alive. The middle of August will be six months since we began to work together to keep June’s column going while she was incapacitated. If we can continue another month or so, I believe she will be able to pick up where she left off with this column. Your continued support will be greatly appreciated. Mrs. Jean Moffett celebrates birthday On Saturday Frank Moffett and Mrs. Jean B. Moffett were joined by Mr- and Mrs. Page Moffett and daughter Sally and son Richard 'of Leesburg at the Country Cookin Restaurant in Warrenton for Mrs. Jean B. Moffett’s birthday dinner. Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 The Page Moffett family were en route home from Lynchburg where they had picked up their daughter Sally from Governor’s School at Lynchburg College. We extend special wishes to Mrs. Moffett for the coming year. Diana Hughes and Christine Hughes-Roberts of Manassas attend the JammaLamma-Live concert at the Nissan Pavilion op Saturday evening featuring the Isley Brothers. Also performing were Morris Day, The Gap Band and Kool and The Gang. Diana recently won the tickets by being the ninth caller to the new 99.5 station. It was also Diana’s first live concert. Charles Clark of Manassas was a Thursday luncheon guest of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Friday night Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clark of Manassas had dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Happy birthday to Mrs. Susan Longyear on Wednesday Aug. 4 and to Mr. Fanning Baumgardner on Saturday Aug. 7. Early birthday wishes ai*e also extended to Becky Lockhart, who will be celebrating her 22nd birthday oh Friday, Aug. 20. The community was saddened to learn of the death of Calvin, the town cat. For many years Calvin was known as the courthouse cat and for the past several years Calvin resided on Main Street at the home of William and Betty Buntin. Margo Haynes spent Saturday night with Amanda Brown and her family. Rev. Phil Bailey, Mrs. Lois Snead and Mrs. Betty Klise of Flint Hill will leave Friday, Aug. 6 on a mission trip to Slovakia . to teach Conversational English. Please remember them in prayer. < ' Visitors Sunday of Mrs. Addie Keyser were Mr. atvd Mrs. Daniel Keyser of Sperryville, Mrs. Marie Rutherford and her daughter Linda Martin of Front Royal. On Saturday Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz attended a luncheon of the Silvep Ragles Association at th£ Officers Clufcf at Fort Myers. Have a good week and give me a call when you have family gatherings, birthday celefe, brations or other social events that you would like in this column. Your continued contributions make this columh possible. , Have a great weekend! ^

Obituaries Mabel Gore Sperryville resident Mabel Almira Gore, 92, of Sperryville died Tuesday, July 27 at Countryside Nursing Home in Madison. She was born April 6, 1907 in Sperryville to the late Henry A. Brown and Almira Davis Woodard Brown. Mrs. Gore was a member of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville. She is survived by two sons, Edward Gore and his wife Barbara of Sperryville and Donald B. Gore of Culpeper. Additional survivors include four grandchildren, Heather and Keith Gore, Donna Foster and Christina Fantaci, all of Sperryville; a great-granddaughter, Lauren Fbster of Sperryville and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by her husband, Edward W. Gore; four sisters, Helen Bruce, Eunice Partlow, Jessie Wayland and Gertrude Slusher and three brothers, Maury Brown, Henry Brown and Robert Brown. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, July 29 at Found and Sons Chapel with the Rev. Jon Heddleston. Interment followed at Fairview Cemetery. , Pallbearfers were Victor Ceglie, Bobby Foster, Bruce Smith, Otis Gore, Paul Fincham, Doug Keyser, Andrew Gilliam and Ray Gore. Pauline Carter Amissville resident Pauline Warfield Carter, 82, of Amissville diecf July 24 at Warrenton Overlook [Center. * She was born Dec. 28, !l916. I Survivors include a daughter, Demetris Carter of Crest Hill; one son, Larry R. Carter, also of Crest Hill; one sister, Mathie Anderson of Washington, D.C. and two grandchildren, Timothy Carter of Warrenton and Carson Carter of Manassas. Funeral services were conducted July 29 at Providence Baptist Church in Orlean by Rev. Frederick Jones and Rev. Lindsay Green. Burial was at Trough Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Hume. Joynes Funeral Home in Warrenton was in charge of the arrangements. , Harriet Wood Boston resident Harriet Schauer Wood, 82, of Boston died July 31. Mrs. Wood was born on June 26, 1917 in Holyoke, Mass., a daughter of William Emil Schauer and Mary Henrietta Schoenfeldt. Mrs. Wood was a member of the Culpeper Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, VFW Ladies Auxiliary and St. Luke’s Lutheran Church. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Charles A. Wood of Boston; two daughters, Gail B. Filyo of California, Md. and Peggy M. Wood and one son, Charles A. Wood Jr., both of Gaithersburg, Md. Additional survivors include one grandson, Stephen Filyo Jr. of Frederick, Md. and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by a granddaughter, Terri Gail Gardiner and a son-in-law, Stephen Filyo Sr. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Aug. 3 at Found •and Sons Funeral Home with the Rev. Fred Hodges officiating. Burial followed at Culpeper National Cemetery. Pallbearers were A1 Sylvester, Ken Marlor, Billy Fjncham, Claude Guinn, Gene 'Brookman and R.E. Deane. i Donations may be made in her name to the Culpeper Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, 501 Sunset Lane and/or VFW Ladies Auxiliary, P.O. Box 550, both in Culpeper, Va. 22701. Alfred Chadwell Sr. Ohio resident Alfred M. “AT Chadwell Sr., 70, of Newark, Ohio died 'July 24 at Selma Markowitz Care Center at Licking Memorial HospitalFuneral services were conducted July 28 at CrissKirkpatrick Funeral Home in Newark by the Rev. Robert L. Knox. Burial was in Wilson Cemetery. Mr. Chadwell was born Aug. 2, 1928 in Huntly, a son of the late John Daniel and Mattie Myrtle Rutherford Chadwell. He retired in 1983 after 30 years of service as a foreman and supervisor for Kaiser Aluminum. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and a member of Land of Legend Big Buck Club, National Rifle Association, American Legion Post #85, Moose Lodge #499, Eagles Lodge #2801 and Kaiser Retirees Club. surviving are his wife Evelyn Love Chadwell, whom he married on Oct. 11, 1977; a son, Alfred M. “Skip” Chadwell Jr. and his wife Sandy of Wasilla, Ala.; two daughters, Debra Sue Miller and her husband Jeff of Hebron, Ohio and Tammy Jill Heck and her husband Jimmy of Thomville, Ohio. Also surviving are a sister, Annie Bryd Mauck of Front Royal; four brothers, Aubrey Thomas Chadwell of Middletown, Lawrence Elwood Chadwell of Huntly, John D. Chadwell of Fayetteville, N.C., and Robert L. Chadwell of Alexandria; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Virginia Woodward Born in county Virginia W. Woodward, 80, died July 22 in Norfolk, where she and her late husband, Edward W. Woodward have resided since the beginning of World War II. Bom in Sperryville on May 10, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Hubert and Bessie Alther Woodard. She was predeceased by her brother, Wilson Woodard and her sister, Brownie Woodard Griffith. Surviving are two sistersin-law, Emma Clatterbuck Woodard of Sperryville and Sarah Woodard Davis of Westchester, Pa. Also surviving are one brother-in-law, Mack Woodard of Orange and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Calvary Assembly of God Church at Virginia Beach and interment was handled by the Woodlawn Funeral Home and crematory at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens of Norfolk. by Randy Minter SEEING OURSELVES FOR WHO WE ARE When you strip away boundaries, cultural lines, and superficial differences, we can sill be seen as being part of the same human race. The goaUhen, for each of us, is to see one another without any prior context tnat may color our perception. Consider the words of J. Krishnamurti: “When you look at a flower, at a color, without naming it, without like or dislike, without any screen between you and the thing you see as a flower, without the word, without thought, then the flower has an extraordinary color and. beauty. But when you look at the flower through botanical knowledge, when you say, ‘This is a rose,’ you have already conditioned your response.” Profound loss, such as the death of a loved one, brings into relief the choices we make with our time and energy. Let the wisdom that permeates you when you grieve inform those more causal moments when you have recovered your well-being, but may have lost some insight. At the Moser Funeral Home, we’re available to you 24 hours a day. We're 233 Broadview Avenue. For answers to your questions, call 347-3431. “A prejudice that we can allow for is much more dependable than a suspension of judgment that we cannot. ” ~J. Middleton Murry Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. Sympathy extended to Wood family Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Mrs. Harriet Wood, wife of Charlie A. Wood, who passed away on Saturday and was laid to rest Tuesday in Culpeper accompanied by Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville, made a trip to Richmond and en route home visited Mrs. Holtzman Frazier in Fredericksburg. As result of her great achievements, Miss Anna Outright, has been named an All-American Collegiate Scholar at the Washington Bible College, where she is National Cemetery. Mrs. Wood had served faithfully, until her recent illness, with the Culpeper Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary and was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and will be sorely missed by all her friends, as well as her family. Mr. and Mrs. Shelvy Frazier returned home Thursday night from a several days trip in Savanna, Ga. Kendra Hitt was a weekend guest of Jennifer Peregory. Mrs. Gregg Heflin, Michael, Crystal and Jacob, Mrs. Joe Peregory and Jennifer were on a business trip to Warrenton on Monday. Mr. Lebanon Baptist Church held their Vacation Bible School closing program Friday evening and according to a spokesperson, having enjoyed a great uplifting week of Bible School. Last Monday, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher of Turkey Ridge Road a student. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Outright of Reva Way and we offer her our congratulations. Any graduate of Rappahannock High School, class of 1974, is reminded of the 25 year reunion to be held on Friday, Aug. 13 at the Rappahannock Recreation Center in Washington. Please call Cheryl Taylor at 987-8043 for any information. Our prayers go out for Joel Peregory, a patient in Fairfax Hospital, who was injured in an automobile accident early Saturday morning. His wife died at the crash scene. May our Lord bring healing and comfort to each family member involved. Vacation Bible School is in progress this week at New Salem Baptist Church Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 and will continue through Friday Aug. 6. Their closing program to be held on Saturday at 10 a.m.; followed by a picnic. Last Tuesday Mrs. Ruth Peregory visited Mrs. Janet Peregory and children. Congratulations to William Boyd who was honored for his high grade averages at the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, where he was a student. Mr. and Mrs. Jake Robinson and sons, Keith and Timmy and Miss Chrissy Grigsby spent last weekend on a retreat near Gordonsville. Belated wedding anniversary wishes go out to Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Williams who celebrated their day Sunday, and to my niece and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Tuel who celebrated another year together on Monday. In our birthday list to receive wishes are my sister-in-law, Bessie Atkins, and niece, Betty Myers on Monday, niece Becky Tuel on Tuesday and Terry Cubbage will celebrate Sunday. „ Condolences are extended to the family of Mrs. Geraldine Rudd of Reva way who passed away Saturday at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and son Christopher were Saturday afternoon guests of Mrs. Alvin Atkins in Sperryville. Quote: “Thanks be unto the Lord for His blessings and now its the rain we have gotten”. CLORE-GEEST FUNERAL HOME "The Home of Thoughtful Service" 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 Wayne English, Manager Business & Service Directory Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline August 23 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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INDEX Rentals 000. Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condo 02-2. Rentals - House 033. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 044. Rentals - Mobile Home 055. Rentals - Room 066. Rentals - Shared Housing/Roomates 077. Rentals - Townhouse 080. Rentals - Office 088. Rentals - Wanted Vacation Places 090. Vacation - Rent 095. Vacation - Sale 099. Vacation - Wanted Residential Sales 100. For Sale By Owner 111. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sa'es - Lots & Acreage 144. Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Townhouses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Real Estate 180. Commercial - Rent 188. Commercial - Sale 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment & Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 236. Hay, Straw & Feed 240 Horses 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 256. Miscellaneous For Sale 260. Miscellaneous For Rent 261. Miscellaneous Wanted 262. Musical Instruments/Equipment 266. Office Equipment/Equipment 270. Penny-Pinchers 274. Pet Supplies/Sale/Service 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 286. Seasonal Sales Please refer to category you wish to use Free Merchandise 290. Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365 Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneour Services 395. Services Wanted „ . J . Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes Lega, Not|ces 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. 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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 n 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 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. We Accept - j | 11 | [*"~ | 7 1 Rentals Apartments . ■■. 2 BR APT., Sperryville $400 plus $400 sec. 540-635-7443 or 540987-1113. aa Rental* ■ Houses L._I—__J 2 BD, 1 BT, Washington, VA, completely renovated w/central heat & air, no pets. $750. 540-987-8850. 55 Rentals Rooms ROOM TO RENT $400 + util, short term ok, sec. dep, & refs req, W/D, A/C avl, Rappahannock Co. 540-987-8248 66 SHareil Housing VA TECH: 4BR TH, 2 male roommates needed. $205/ mo. + utils.TOMA30B@ AOL. COM. 703-430-0537. 122 Sales Houses FOR SALE BY Owner3.2 ac„ 4 BR, 2 BA house on Scenic Byway 231. Hazel River, $134K 301-587-5837. /--•>> 290 Found V _> FOUND, SMALL, gray & white dog on 5th Street in Warrenton. Call Karl at 540-347-5522 or 540-3472703. r 294 Giveaways V___-J BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical .prov., spayed/neut, 703-2950678. FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-543-2079. FREE TO GOOD home med size male dog mostly black w/ white & tan. To adults only. All shots & neutered. Call 540-439-1230. V_J YELLOW Lab, M, neutered, spots on tongue. "Raj” Missing from Woodville area since 5/26/99. 540-987-3182. This Could be YOUR AD! Call 777-1110 mm Business Services EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The one-slop shop lor complete Home Decoraiine Service Flixtr Coverings • Window Treaimenis Wallpaper* ShpCowisfic l'pi>4>acT) Residential & Commerical Kt 211 AmK>MUe. W 937-5500 ma Financial / Mortgages V_^ 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 383 Health A Beauty 39 PEOPLE WANTED to lose weight! All natural, doctor recommended Call 800-211-0078 Personal Services V/ PERSON TO COOK anc serve occasional week end/ evenings for elderly gentleman to Entertain. Good pay, Amissville. Call 540837-2988 390 400 Adoption :■■■■ :■■■ ■ ■ > ADOPTION Loving childless couple wishing to adopt an infant/twins. Willing to pay legal & medical expenses. Call colle -t Clara & Doug at 703-242-2469 Call Your Rep Today To Place Your Ad. Times Classified 703-777-1110 or FAX 703-689-1278 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY DIANE WOODWARD BURKE, et als. Complainants vs. HELEN WINCE BRAGG, el als, Respondents IN CHANCERY NO. 99CH13 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to establish ownership of certain real property containing 12.337 acres, more or less, located in the Stonewall-Hawthorne Magisterial District of Rappahannock County, Virginia, and more particularly described by deed dated April 26, 1912, and recorded in Deed book 2, al Page 288, among the land records of Rappahannock County, Virginia, wherein the aforesaid property was conveyed to Mary E. Grimsley. An affidavit having been filed by the Complainants, Diane Woodward Burke, William Ashby Woodward and Irma Mae Grimsley Street, that diligence has been used by the Complainant to ascertain in what county or city the hereinafter named Respondents reside without effect, to-wit: HOWARD GRIMSLEY WINCE, CHARLES W. SCHMIDT, KEVIN D.SCHMIDT, ROBERT GEORGE KYLE, WILLIAM T. LEMAIRE, DAVID MANUEL, EMMA GRIMSLEY MARSHALL, DORIS GRIMSLEY DUNCAN, JOY P. DYER, HAZEL PUTNAM COOK, MABEL GRIMSLEY, CARL BURGESS, BARBARA GRIMSLEY MILES, WILLIAM GARRISON GRIMSLEY, JR.. MARVIN “TIPPY” GRIMSLEY, JAMES CLIFFORD GRIMSLEY. AND ELEANOR GRIMSLEY RECTOR, and that their last known post office addresses are unknown, and/or that the said Respondents may be nonresidents of the State of Virginia; and/or that the number of Respondents upon whom process has been served exceeds ten (10), and that such Respondents represent like interests with the parties not served with process; and that there are such other persons who may clain an interest in the aforesaid property and/or who may be heirs, devisees or successors in title to JOHN N GRIMSLEY, deceased, MARGARET GRIMSLEY, deceased, W SHELTON GRIMSLEY, deceased, MARY E. GRIMSLEY, deceased, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties respondents by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN; the Court hereby grants and enters this Order of Publication this 7tn day of July, 1999 UPON CONSIDERATION WHEREO£, it is Ordered that the Respondent appear no later than the 17th day of September, 1999, at 4:00 p.m., which date and time satisfy the statutory time requirements set forth in §8.01-317 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this suit. IT FURTHER ORDERED that this Order be published once a week for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Rappahannock News, a newspaper having general circulation in the County of Rappahannock, State of Virginia, and published in that County ENTER: William Shore Robertson JUDGE DATE: July 7. 1999 I ask for this: M Andrew Gayheart M. Andrew Gayheart, P C. 127 w. Davis Street P.O. Box 1583 Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Telephone (540) 825-3200 Facsimile (540) 825-3277 Virginia State Bar No. 26385 A COPY-TESTE: Diane Bruce, Clerk Margaret Ralph, Dep Clerk 7-21,7-28,8-4, 8-11-99 *268759 Apartment Living Brand New Apartments 2 Bedrooms From $465 3 Bedrooms From $545 CULPEPER COMMONS • 2 & 3 bedroom apartment homes • Fully equipped kitchens • Gas heating and hot water • Walito-wall carpeting • Walk-in closets with linen shelving • Pool, clubhouse and fitness center • Private balconies/patios Directions: From Main Street, proceed to a right on James Madison Hwy, Left on Belle Ave. to a right on Spring Meadow Lane. Leasing office is on left. Located across from Wal-Mart 1301 Spring Meadow Lane • Culpeper, VA 22701 Tel(540)829-8595 Fax (540)829-8596 Professionally Managed t>y LsJ KSI Management Corp JSS.TSSS KSI With 17 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 777-1110 or FAX 689-1278 SPECIAL COMMISSIONER'S SALE OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE On Thursday, August 5, 1999 at 12:00 Noon On the Courthouse Steps of the Circuit Court of Fauquier County 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia Pursuant to and by virtue of a Decree entered on the 18th day of May, 1999 in the Chancery cause therein under the style of Marcia Rocca Larsen, Petitioner v. Kenneth t. Larsen, Jr., Respondent, In Chancery No. CH89-134-01, Walter C. Jacob, the undersigned Special Commissioner, will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder on the Courthouse steps of the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on Thursday, August 5, 1999 at 12:00 Noon, the following described real estate, said sale being in gross and not by the acre, together with improvements thereon and rights and appurtenances thereunto appertaining, located in Marshall District, Fauquier County, Virginia, to-wit: Beginning at an iron pipe corner to Peter W. Richold property, in the line of Geraldine F. Gaskins property and at the end on an existing 60 ft. wide ingress and egress easement to serve this property as recorded in Deed Book 480 at Page 385, to Virginia Route 737; Thence departing from the beginning point and with the said Gaskins property as follows: N 06° 56' 40” E 657.24 ft to an iron pipe; N 63° 06 35” w 602.45 ft to an iron pipe to David P. Shaw property; thence departing from the aforesaid Gaskins property; and with the Shaw Prbperty N 20° 35’ 00” E 761.06 ft to an iron pipe corner tp the N.V. Estates Inc. property; thence departing from the Shaw property and with the N.V. Estates, Inc. property N 38° 08' 02" E 644.06 ft to an iron pipe corner to Kenneth T. Larsen, Jr., which is designated as the Residue Tract; thence departing from the aforesaid N.V. Estates, Inc. property and with the said Larsen Property as follows: S 51° 27’ 43” E 1,185.37 ft to an iron pipe; S 19° 52’ 10” E 163.84 ft to an iron pipe; N 27° 23’ 32” E 695.68 ft to an iron pipe; S 62° 36’ 29" E 625.98 ft to a concrete monument found corner to the Kulski and Lora H. Jenkins properties; thence departing from Larsen and Kulski Properties and with said Jenkins property as follows: S 27° 23’ 31" W 1,213.42 ft to an iron pipe; S 26° 55’ 44” W 580.00 ft to an iron pipe, corner to the aforesaid Peter W Richold property; thence departing from the Lora H. Jenkins property and with the Ricnold property as follows: N 62° 36’ 28” W 710.00 ft to an iron pipe; S 27° 20’ 29” W 570.67 ft to an iron pipe; N 83” 07’ 59” W 749.89 ft to the point of beginning and containing 74.0000 Acres as shown on a survey prepared by James H. Harris Associates, Inc. dated July 31, 1992 and being the same property conveyed to Kenneth T. Larsen, Jr and Marcia Larsen by Deed of Partition dated October 20, 1992 and recorded in Deed book 682 at page 1560 in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, Virginia. Terms: Sale shall be to the highest bidder for cash who is a qualified purchaser, and the successful bidder shall provide to the Special Commissioner of Sale at least ten percent (10%) of the final bid amount by cashier’s check or certified fund prior to the property being cried off to the successful bidder, said funds to be payable to the Marshall National Bank and Trust Co. as General Receiver for the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, Virginia; sale to be confirmed by the Court, at the proper time, the Court will direct the successful bidder to deposit the entire balance of purchase price in Marshall National Bank and Trust Co. as General Receiver for the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, Virginia to the credit of the Court of this cause; in the event purchaser defaults, the property shall be resold at the expense and risk of the defaulting purchaser, the Court dispensed with the giving of bond by the Special Commissioner; the property is to be sold by the Court free from all liens ex'cept for 1999 real estate taxes which shall be prorated to the date of settlement. WALTER C JACOB Special Commissioner Attorney at Law VSB#12019 2 Pidgeon Hill Drive Suite 490 Sterling, Virginia 20165 Tel: (703) 430-6200 Auctioneer: Craig r. Damewood VAR#680 Purcellville, Virginia Tel: (540) 668-6179 7-28, 8-4-99 #269284 Carpenter Helpers Own tools and transportation. Call 540-825-8706 6 PM -9 PM CARPENTERS LABORERS FT, local work, some benefits. Pay based on experience. Call 540-364-2556 SALES FULL-TIME SALARY PLUS COMMISSION 25k TO 35k PER YEAR 703-449-1922 ll=asss==s==assassasasall Maryland Northern Virginia :aA. Area . Shown 'i.' Virginia Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA JOB COACH to supervise and assist in the coordination of RCHS students who are working in the community as a part of their special education plan. Skills needed for this parttime position include attention to detail, ability to work with students, teachers and employers, and ability to manage time in an efficient way. Must have a drivers' license and be able to pass a physical examination. Rappahannock County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex or national origin. Call School Board Office at 540-987-8773 for application. LOADER/ EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Wanted for permanent part-time position working in Rappahannock County 5 days per week. Excellent opportunity for local farmer or retired person with equipment experience to make extra steady income. Please Call: (540) 825-0300 EOE Rappahannock County School System is now accepting applications for a certified teacher to teach Behind-the Wheel Drivers’ Education. Call 540-987-8773 for application DRIVER CDL driver wanted. Earn up to $24. per hr. in salary & bonuses, great benefits year round work. In Manassas, VA. 1-800-214-7663 Sales SAVE LIVES PROTECT PROPERTY EARN FANTASTIC MONEY 4 SALES MANAGEMENT TRAINING POSITIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE UTILIZING THE MOST] ADVANCED EQUIPMENT Your authorized ADT Dealer ATLANTIC HOME SECURITY WANTS YOU!! Now conducting interviews for our Columbia MD and Northern Virginia office. WE OFFER: 1. Complete paid trainhg by our TOP Professionals 2. Preset qualified appointments. 3. Health Benefits 4. $20,000 Yearly Sala^ 5. 50K to 70K potential income. 6. #1 Name Recognition Call Today 1-800-536-0010 Ext. 209 To do GENERAL WORK in Nursery. PT through fall & winter FT in spring. Must be able to drive a stick shift. 540-347-1677 ELECTRICIAN Full time, 2 to 4 • years experience! required. Residential. Benefits. 540-364-4808 CDL DRIVER NEEDED Long Hauls Prefer flatbed exp. 540-937-4064 ^athO^ountain (Company Would You Like To Surround Yourself With BeautifulThings? We are looking for new team players for our ever growing Retail Store location. RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATES If you are result oriented, have a great attitude and love working with people, we have a position for you. Enjoy a clothing allowance, generous employee discount and comprehensive training - all close to home. Part-time and full-time positions, both with weekend hours. Applications being accepted through August 11, 1999. Stop by to complete an application at our office at 12625 Lee Highway, Sperryville or fax your resume to Judy at (540) 987-7288 or e-mail us at hr@faithmountain.com An Equal Opportunity Employer

EMPLOYMENT Auto Mechanic with VA state inspector license. Salary comm, w/ exp. 40-45 hrs/wk. 540-829-0001 BARN HELP NEEDED Clean and bed 20 stall barn in the Opal area. Exp. needed, flexible hours and salary. 540-349-2026 CABINET MAKER AND/OR SHOP ASSISTANT Hand crafted furniture & high end architectural mill works shop. 540-675-3625 Cable Installer/ Technician Full time, will train, hard working individual needed for installing/terminating voice/data cables. Benefits. Call 540-364-4808 BEAUTICIAN New Senior Citizen Community looking for an experienced Beautician to rent Beauty Salon on property. Must be reliable, have current. Beauty Operator License and certificate of Insurance. If interested call (703) 858-9507 to schedule appointment. HEALTHCARE AHC Which represents hospitals nation wide in connection with problem insurance claims is seeking enthusiastic candidates for newly added positions. Workers comp clerks & ins clerks. $11.06 per hour profit sharing 401k and attractive benefits pkg. send resume to: AHC, Inc. 10002 Battleview Parkway Manassas, VA 20109 Fax 703-392 7970 DRIVERS Nations largest Petroleum Carrier looking for qualified Drivers to join our team. Competitive wages, excellent benefits. Good working schedule & new equipment. QUALIFICATIONS: • 23 years of age or older • 1 year driving experience • Class A CDL with hazmat & tanker endorsements • Clean driving & criminal record For appointment Contact Mr. Greer at 1-800-878-7497 TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR/ DISPATCH Join the Nations Largest Petroleum Transportation Company for an exciting career. Looking for an outgoing, dedicated, and energetic individual to join our team. This position involves hard work and some weekends. Company offers competitive salary, bonus potential and excellent benefits. Dispatch management experience preferred but not required. Recent college grads welcome to apply. SEND RESUME 703-503-9403 RECEPTIONIST WPER-FM A new Christian radio station located in Warrenton will begin broadcasting in August. We have an immediate opening for an experienced receptionist. Responsibilities will include all inner office functions. Applicant must be computer literate and experienced with Microsoft Office software. Be part of this exciting ministry. Send resume and salary requirements to Station Manager, WPER, P.O. Box 113, Warrenton, Virginia 20188-0113 WAIT STAFF WANTED For an upscale, fine dining Country Inn located in Clarke County. If you want to expand your knowledge in the field of fine dining and are willing to learn new skills and want to increase your earning potential then this might be the job for you. Some restaurant experience is preferred, but training is provided. Please feel free to stop by and fill out an application or call to set up and appointment for an interview. 540-837-1375 M-F; 9:00am-2:00pm INSTALLERS SAVE LIVES PROTECT PROPERTY EARN FANTASTIC MONEY! 4 PERMANENT SECURITY INSTALLER POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE NOW UTILIZING THE MOST ADVANCED EQUIPMENT! Your authorized ADT Dealer ATLANTIC HOME SECURITY! WANTS YOU! Now conducting interviews for both our Columbia an Northern Virginia offices. WE OFFER: 1. Complete paid training by our TOP professionals. 2. Professional work environment 3. Health Benefits 4.30K to 40K potential income 5. *1 Name Recognition Call Mr. Greg Learn 1-800-536-0010 ext. 203 ^aithC^ountain Company Want to get paid for your computer knowledge? MARKETING COORDINATOR Looking for a team player able to follow through, prioritize and work with other departments in our Down Town Sperryville location. Will be responsible for statistical and analytical duties relating to the department and analyzing and evaluating marketing database. Seeking a self-starter to maintain and promote our e-commerce website. Computer skills including Excel, database application software as well as website experience necessary. This full time, salaried position offers full benefits and a generous employee discount. Applications being accepted through August 13,1999. Fax your resume to: Judy at (540) 987-7288 »or e-mail us at hr@faithmountain.com. As Equal Opportunity Employer RAPPAHANNOCK - R API DAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD APARTMENT LIVING COUNSELOR. #0000-02 (MH) 5 positions available in new intensive program working with people with mental illnesses in apartments in Culpeper. Shifts include evenings,' overnights & weekends. B.S. degree or equiv. exp. BAY HEALTH & REHAB SPECIALIST #0011-01 FT positions in Warrenton to provide training for adults w/ mental retardation at day support program. Exp. w/ MR population preferred. RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #0007-02 FT positions available in group homes for developmentally disabled adults. Associates or equiv RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #0002-02. FT positions working varied schedules as needed in group home programs. 1 based in Culpeper/Orange & 1 based in Culpeper/Fauquier. Associates or equiv. CLINICIAN II/ SA #0012-01 FT in Culpeper & Fauquier to provide assessment/ treatment to adolescents SA consumers in outpatient &/or home-based settings. MS, licensed eligible field. CLINICIAN II/ Dav Treatment #0013-01 FT based in Culpeper providing individual & group therapy to adolescents in new day treatment program. MS, licensed eligible field. APPLY WITH RRCSB APPLICATION BY 12:00 NOON, FRIDAY, MAY 28, 1999, TO HUMAN RESOURCES, PO BOX 1568, CULPEPER, VA 22701. (540)825-3100 TDD: (540)825-7391 EEO/AA THE INN AT LITTLE 'WASHINGTON GENERAL MAINTENANCE Do you take pride in your excellent skills? Great opportunity to work with a very talented manager in nice surroundings. Plumbing Electrical A/C Painting General Carpentry Willing to train talented individual. Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation, sick days, health insurance. Don’t delay, call Anne today at 540/675-3800 ext 46 or send resume with salary history to: The Inn at Little Washington POB 300, Washington, VA 22747 FAX 540/675-3100 EOE THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON HOUSEKEEPING KITCHEN STEWARD $8.00/hour after successful completion of introductory period, on-the-job training, uniforms, meals, vacation, sick days, health insurance. If you take pride in a job well done, don’t mind hard work in nice surroundings and want to work with the best team of employees in the county, call Anne today at 800/272-4466 or 540/675-3800 ext 46. The Inn at Little Washington Middle & Main Streets Washington, VA 22747 EOE retail FOR OUR NEW GAINESVILLE STORE located in the Virginia Gateway Shopping Center 7575 Linton Hall Rd Gainesville, VA 22065 An Employment Rep will be hiring Thursday, August 5th 9am-noon Oaksprings Plaza 41 Lee Hwrtte 27 Warrenton, VA 20186 1:30-5:00pm 1 Westgate Plaza 8025 iudley Road Manassas, VA 22110 Monday, August 9th 9am-noon Manassas Junction 8819 Centrevile Road. Manassas, VA 22110 1:10-5:00pm Centrewood Plan Centrevile, VA 2202 Rappahannock beef producers fund research Many Americans have been conditioned to believe that red meat is incompatible with a heart-healthy diet, but according to an exciting new study funded by Rappahannock County beef producers through their one dollar-per-head beef checkoff program, this is one of America’s biggest nutrition myths. “Comparison of the Effects of Lean Red Meat vs. Lean White Meat on Serum Lipid Levels Among Free-living Persons With Hypercholesterolemia” compared the impact of lean red and white meat on blood cholesterol levels. Published in a recent edition of the Archives of Internal Medicine, it found that a diet including six ounces of lean red meat consumed five or more days a week may actually reduce the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). ‘This is the third study to confirm that lean red meat, as part of a heart-healthy diet, positively impacts blood cholesterol levels,” says Cynthia Boggs, Director of Education and Beef Promotion of the Virginia Cattle Industry Board. “All three studies provide direct evidence that lean red meat can be included on a regular basis as part of a diet that reduces the risk of heart disease.” The results showed that both meat proteins lowered the “bad” and raised the “good” cholesterol, according to researchers. Total and lowdensity lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol-the bad cholesterol-decreased for the duration of the nine-month period. In both groups, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels (HDL)-the good cholesterolincreased. In essence, these favorable changes in blood cholesterol levels amounted to approximately a 10 percent CHD risk reduction. The multi-site study was conducted by the Chicago Center for Clinical Research, The Johns Hopkins University Lipid Clinic and the University of NflBnnesota. The three-site study compared the long-term effects on cholesterol concentrations of incorporating lean red or lean white meat into a National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) Step 1 diet among men and women with elevated blood cholesterol levels. Two hundred and two men and women with mild to moderate blood cholesterol levels participated in the study. Half of the group derived 80 percent of their meat intake from lean red meat sources (beef, veal or pork) five to seven days a week for nine months; the other form lean white meat sources (fish, poultry) for the same period of time. Clinical studies confirm that lean beef is interchangeable with lean chicken and fish with regard to its influence on blood cholesterol levels. This study duplicated the results in a free-living environment that allowed individuals the flexibility to consume lean red meat according to their own schedule and taste preferences. Une or the most surprising findings of this study duplicated the results in a free-living environment that allowed individuals the flexibility to consume lean red meat according to their own schedule and taste preferences. One of the most surprising findings of this study was that participants who consumed lean red meat were more likely to follow their diet regimen than participants consuming only lean white meat. According to the researchers, the participants eating lean red meat showed better compliance than those participants consuming lean white meat. Since lean cuts of red meat are now readily available to consumers, eliminating lean red meat is unnecessarily restrictive and advising against consumption may actually negatively impact long-term dietary compliance, thus increasing cholesterol levels. “This study is the largest and longest to provide evidence that the case against lean red meat has been misrepresented,” adds Boggs. “This is good news for beef producers, because now people concerned about heart disease can eat beef again guilt-freeand that should mean an increase in consumption.” The following are easy beef cooking tips as you enjoy lean red meat. 4 • Look tor loin or round in the name, these are the leanest cuts available. • Trim any excess fat before cooking. By removing the fat, you can reduce the overall fat content of the beef by up to 50 percent. • Use dry heat cooking methods, such as broiling, panbroiling, grilling or roasting on a rack, for the tender loin cuts of beef. For less tender round cuts of beef, consider moist heat npethods such as braising or stewing to help tenderize. • Cook meats in a heavy non stick skilled without added fat or oil. Also consider reducing the oil called for in marinades. There are a number of fresh ingredients, as well, that do not contribute extra fat and calories, such as lemon juice, hot and sweet peppers, onion, garlic, tomatoes and ginger. August according to the almanack August’s forecast according to the Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack, is for temperatures and precipitation both to be below average. Weather watch: The month opens with heavy showers at times (4-7). Expect a fair, hot period (8-10), followed by rain, windy, stormy (11-14). It should be fair, pleasant (15-18), with scattered showers, storms (19-21), then fair, very warm (22-26). More showers, storms follow (27-29), the month ending fair, warm, less humid (30-31). Tornado watch: Be on the lookout for heavy weather 11-14, 27-29. Full moon: August’s full moon known as the Corn Moon arrives on the 26, at 7:48 p.m. E.D.T. It is also known by others as the Green Corn Moon, the Dog Moon or the Sturgeon Moon. Special notes: Although a total eclipse of the sun is scheduled for the 11th but sintie it starts over the Atlantic Ocean midway between Florida and Morocco at 4:26 a.m. E.D.T., and ends at 9:40 a.m. E.D.T., totality will end before reaching our shores so we shall only see a partial eclipse. The dog days which began on July 3, end as always on the 11th. Look for the heavenly display of “shooting stars” known as the perseids from late July through mid-August when the earth passes through the tail of the comet Swift-Tuttle. Holidays: It should be pleasant weather for the Labor Day weekend. The garden: Tend to late plantings for fall harvest and pick those at their peak for “putting by” through canning, freezing or drying. Protect your skin from the sun by using an adequate SPF sun blocker. 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Olingers celebrate 42nd anniversary L. Evan and Mary Lee Frazier Olinger of Frazier Road in Warrenton celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary on Wednesday, Aug. 4. Mrs. Olinger, was a daughter of the late Elder Clarence R. and Virlie Frazier, formerly of Old Hollow, Rappahannock County. The Page County Ramblers will be playing Bluegrass music every Sunday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cooter’s, just west of Sperryville. All community residents are encouraged to attend. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 8. Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor invites the public to attend. Homecoming services will be held at Beech Spring Regular Baptist Church on Sunday, Aug. 8 with services at 11 a m. and 2 p.m. Dr. Wayne Thompson will be preaching for both services. Dinner will be served at 12. All are invited. Revival services are underway at Beech Spring and will continue through Saturday evening at 7. A summer sculpture workshop taught by Charles Flickinger will be held at Oldway Art Center, behind Glassworks Gallery Aug. 1315 from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information call 9878718. Sympathy is extended to family and friends of Mrs. Mabel Gore. Mrs. Gore died Tuesday, July 27. Larry and Jean Dodson of Fairfax and Bill and Jane Baker enjoyed dinner at Graves Mountain Lodge on Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Jenkins were Friday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins and they all enjoyed a drive on the Skyline Drive. Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Jenkins and Dale were Sunday evening guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen and Ashleigh in Washington. Mrs. Thelma Jenkins was a Monday evening guest of Mrs. Lillie Corbin and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Corbin. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cave of Boston and Mr. and Mrs. Andy Baldwin were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins. Their Saturday guests were Cathy Pullen and Ashleigh and Christal Jenkins. Avoiding repetitive strain injury Much of human behavior is learned through imitation. Consciously or unconsciously, we mimic the models available to us. If the model is faulty, so likely are the messages we receive. Healing are like sponges, continually absorbing information and mannerisms from what is going on around us. These tensions begin to show up in our body movements and can create chronic pain. it we teamed messages of imbalance and tension, our brains continue to send these messages to our bodies. So what feels normal is not necessarily natural. By becoming more aware of how we are moving our arms and shoulders when we sit at a desk, garden, sleep, drive a car, fishing, etc. we can begin to correct these imbalances and tension. In the workplace, it is easy to pickup habits of tension in response to pressure to get work done and deadlines. We Understanding the ergonomics of one’s body is experiential: if something is going wrong new experiences are needed in order to relearn. The Alexander Technique gives one a practical method of letting go of tension and finding the body’s natural degree of tone without extreme tension. Karen Loving is a AmSAT certified Alexander Technique teacher and Yoga instructor at Rappahannock Healing Arts Center. Call 987-7204 for an appointment. Viewtown news notes Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson, James Dodson, Charles Dodson Jr. and Susan Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 SINK OR SWIM? It’s never too late to learn how to swim. Just call us and sign up for a Red Cross swimming class. + American Red Cross Weaver spent Wednesday and Thursday at Kings Dominion near Richmond. Mrs. April Reed was a weekend guest of Ashley Kilby in Culpeper. Jerry Corbin Jr. spent the weekend with Tommy Frazier and family of Rixeyville. 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. Loneday Raben to James W. Tredway III and wife, 29.592 acres, Wakefield District. $340,000. Susan E. Nielsen to Alfred Kummli and wife, 111.6110 acres, Wakefield District. $319,027.50. . Thomas Edward Lee and others to Jeffrey Lewis Butler and wife, 7.2157 acres, Hampton District. $73,500. Jane F. Geniesse to Gilbert K.M. Highet and wife, 101.92 acres, Wakefield District. $532,500. David W. Tellman and wife to Mark S. Stoddard and wife, lot 14, section B, Rappahannock Mountain Estates, Jackson District. $105,000. Leslie A. Fyock and wife to Heather H. Quinn and others, 53.0586 acres, Hampton District. $170,000. Ronald L. Rollins and wife to Alain Sawicki, 7.9775 acres, Jackson District. $245,000. Luisa Matthews to W. Ric« Matthews III, 9.7 acres. Deec of gift. Brian E. Foss and others t< Brian E. Foss, 1/2 undividec interest, lot 15, section 1 Greenwich Gardens, Jacksor District. $78,550. Roger P. Batchelder anc wife to Ludwig J. Stetka, loti 19 and 20, Skyland Falls Estate, Wakefield District $25,000. George A. Kent to Michae A. Rutherford and wife, bloc! 3, section D, plat 4, lot 10 Blue Ridge Mountain Estates Wakefield District. $1,250. REAL ESTATE WANTED Professional artist/illustrator seeks country home in Rappahannock County with space which would serve as studio (attached or detached). Open to options including purchase, lease or lease with option. Prefer Flint Hill area. 540-987-9200 ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. Red Oak Farm- Enjoy valley & mountain views from the fulllength front porch of this charming tum-of-the-century 7-room Farmhouse! Extras include a det. office/guest qtxs. w/full bath, inground pool, det. garage, older bam suitable for horses, approx. 11 of the 46 acres in fenced pasture, park boundary &. hiking trails. $375,(XX). Castleton - Surrounded by large shade trees, this 1934 renovated Farmhouse offers 3 BRs, 2 BAs, oak floors, new windows, glass exterior doors, front &. back porches, <St 5 open acres. Room for garden & horses too! Owners willing to negotiate. $159,000. Build Your Dream Home!! 42.7 wooded acres w/long frontage on the Jordan River &. possible owner terms. $162,900. Or 9.4 acres w/pasture, woods, stream views. $70,575. Or 6 thinly wooded acres w/stream for $49,900. Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 15J Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 0**0«TuNirr EE BRICK RAMBLER Situated on one plus acre, over 1,700 square feet on a full finished basement, f^ur bedi^oms, two baths. Also 20 x24' detached garage. Fronts US 211. $185,000 Additional acreage and commercial shop building available. FOR SALE BY OWNER Steve Leake (540) 923-4525 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) Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION /‘roeidin^ X/I'nrdablc. (htaHty legal Snvices Since /9J5 Real estate deadline at 3 p.m. , on Monday. i --- ; Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Main Street, Sperryville - 2 BR home, eat-in kitchen, bath, central heat. $65,000 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 gt 987-8146 Rare Opportunity in Sperryville Three 5 acre lots, mountain views, one with pond, all perc. approved, easy access. All lots open, excellent for horses. Starting at $49; ill Shown by appt. only FOR SALE BY OWNER Steve Leake (540)923-4525 Just West of Sperryville 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Rambler, 1120 square feet, large kitchen/dining/living areas combined, all appliances, low maintenance, easy access. Commercial zoning available. $129,500 By appointment only Call Steve Leake 540-923-4525 STONEWALL FARM Historic Colonial home, 2 full stories, one room deep, 2 rooms wide. Structurally post and beam, some original blade marks revealed by open ceilings. Some original hardware, board and batten doors remain. Two massive opposing chimneys. An English walk-out bsmt. adds space and appeal. Modern amenities attached by conforming wing include ample closet space. New steel raised seam roof simulates original. 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