Rappahannock News, September 29, 1999

www.timespapers.com 50 cents .< J;.;:! RICHMOND VA ■a****"' *•--•■ *■-■•■ 23219-1905 -in rr-r-r —rj—v—n—n 122nd Year... No. 39 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 1999 '-*■* '.* - Hi Rapp Briefs Roads Coalition group to meet On Thursday, Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library, The Rappahannock Roads Coalition will host a discussion of VDOT’s tree trimming practices and will present relevant information with the hope of initiating some open discussion and an end to tree damage. Bob Moore of VDOT has • agreed to attend and may bring additional VDOT representatives. Forum scheduled A “Meet the Candidates” event will be held at Rappahannock County High School auditorium commons area on Wednesday, Oct. 13 for supervisor and school board candidates. The event is endorsed by: Rappahannock Coiinty Education Association, Headwaters, First Thursday Group, Rappahannock Farmers’ Association, Band Boosters, PTO, Flint Hill Fire and Rescue Company and Belle Meade Summer Camp. From 6:30 to 7 p.m. the audience will submit questions; the forum will be held from 7 to 9 p.m., followed by a one hour social with supervisor and school board candidates. The moderator for the event will be William Dietel. This is a non partisan event intended to be informational and helpful to candidates and voters. Apple festival set The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary will be holding their first fireman’s Apple Festival on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the carnival grounds. There will be fun for the entire family including a quilt contest, a pumpkin pie contest, crafts and lots of good food. Picnic scheduled On Saturday, Oct 2, the Woodville Community will be holding its sixth annual “Woodville Festival.” Follow the signs on Red Oak Mountain Road. The event starts at 2:30 and includes professional Blue Grass Music, horse shoes, volley ball and ‘The Picnic of the Century.” Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided. Folks are asked to bring a . covered dish or soft drink to share. All residents and friends of .Woodville are cordially invited to "attend. Contact Jeff and Theresa Light at 987-9523 or Henry B. and Angela Wood at 987-3301 if you would like information. Happenings • Monday, Oct. 4 the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors will meet at 2 and 7 p.m. at the courthouse in Washington. Old business includes: Ball Field Project, former Armentrout property and presentation of bust of George Washington, third week of October. New tentative agenda items include: Appointments: Richard Smith has resigned from the Rappahannock County Water & Sewer Authority, term expires July 31,2001 and Franklin Warner’s and Celine Siira’s terms on the Rappahannock County Library Board expire on Dec. 31, neither can be reappointed. Other items include: Petition from Rappahannock Roads Coalition; September Building Permit Report; Telecommunications Ordinance Public Hearing on Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. and Lord Fairfax Community College Fauquier Campus dedication Oct. 22. The 7 p.m. session will include SE#99-05-02, Harris Inn/Lodge and SE#99-08, Payne Boundary Adjustment (withdrawn at request of applicant). Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 - Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Kramer voices opinion BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer ; Peter Krajner took a few minutes last week to speak with the Rappahannock News about his views on the proposed demolition of parts of the “Kramer House” and parts of the Mercantile Building by Sunnyside Farms. Kramer, who owned the property for a number of years, rebuilt the cabin which now houses Jewelry by Edmond in the late 1970s. The additions to the cottage were completed by the early 1980s. Kramer says that he is trying to “preserve the fabric of somebody’s efforts from the past.” Original parts of the cottage are the summer kitchen, dairy (now being used as a bathroom), root cellar and smokehouse (now a living area with a loft). Kramer estimates that they date back to the 1840s or 1850s. The buildings served as support structures for the Clopton House. Kramer believes the cabin housed slaves before and during the Civil War, and functioned as servants’ quarters after the war. The Mercantile building dates back to the early 1800s, while the shed/roof addition dates back to the late 1800s. Kramer admits that the buildings making up the cottage were in a bad state of repair when he began work on them. He says that the additions were built to keep some scale of what was there before. In addition, some interior modifications were made and a mantle added to the fireplace in the kitchen. The mantle is actually a functioning wood stove. A historical district was created . in the town of Washington by an ordi Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune Peter Kramer sits in front of the summer cottage behind the Gay Street Mercantile in the town of Washington. Parts of this cottage are slated to be torn down by Sunnyside Farms, unless the Washington Town Council can be convinced to overturn a decision handed down last month by the town’s Architectural Review Board. nance during the mid 1970s. A new ordinance was passed in 1992. In addition, the ordinance established the Architectural Review Board, which must approve any changes to structures or property within the town’s historic area. Kramer says that the ordinance tries “to preserve stories told through architecture." Kramer acknowledges that there is a trade-off. Do you let a man do what he wants, or do you do something with a different point-of-view? “I just think there’s a greater good” in the ordinance says Kramer,_ who added that without the ordinance there is no control over the fabric of the town. Kramer disagrees with those who think that the cottage is falling apart. He acknowledges that there are some problems with the building, and that some areas need attention. However, he feels that the structure is sound for the most part. He also believes that it is in better shape now than when it was first restored. Kramer says that Washington is a nice town, and that he would hate to see it go the way of other towns. He feels that allowing demolition of buildings such as those parts of the summer cottage that are in danger could cause just that effect. Over the weekend, Ms. Claudia Mitchell held an open house for people to come and enjoy the cottage. Ms. Mitchell, who recently moved back to the area from RiChmond and See KRAMER, Page A8 Water levels struggle to return to normal With the recent rain this area has had, water levels have risen considerably from a few months ago. However, we are not out of the woods just yet. Kenner Love of the County Extension Office thinks that surface water levels are probably a little higher than normal. Roger White from the U.S. Geological Survey in Richmond says that the r —— Rappahannock River at Remington, in Fauquier County, is “pretty much on average” as far as water flow and water levels. Love added that substantial amounts of surface runoff from recent rains have helped levels rise. He doesn’t think, however, that ground water levels have yet returned to normal. He says that it l Rappahannock rainfall may take a while for those levels to return to normal. Love added that recent rains have helped to extend grazing periods and provide much needed water for Yearly rainfall livestock. While rain totals for 1998 were just below yearly average (based on data compiled since 1981), Dennis Wingfield of Sperryville noted that 80 percent of the rain this area received in 1998 came during the first six months. So far in 1999, we have had above average rainfall in January, July and September. All other months for this year have been below average, with less than two inches of rain falling in April and barely more than ohe inch in June. Board of Supervisor candidates plan to appear at RLEP forum All 11 candidates for the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors have accepted invitations to participate in a pre-election forum sponsored by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. James P. Gannon, the newly elected president of RLEP, announced that the forum will be held at The Theatre in Washington, on the evening of Thursday, Oct. 7, starting at 7 p.m. “I am very pleased that all candidates running for the county’s board of supervisors have agreed to participate in this important preelection event,” Mr. Gannon said. “We look forward to a thorough airing of issues that will be facing the county’s governing body in the years ahead.” The RLEP forum will focus on such issues as Rappahannock’s economy, future growth and development, the environment, planning and zoning, county finances and taxes. Another supervisor candidate forum sponsored by the Rappahannock Education Association and others will focus on education and school-related issues. At the RLEP event, Mr. Gannon will serve as moderator, and questions will be asked by a panel of RLEP board members. There also will be a period in which members of the audience will ask questions of the candidates. Mr. Gannon said that he hoped there would be wide community participation in the event, and in suggesting possible topics for discussion and specific questions. He invited county residents to suggest specific questions or general topics to be discussed at the forum. Anyone with a question or topic suggestion is asked to mail the suggestion to P.O. Box 249, Sperryville, Va., 22740, or send e-mail to gannonj pSsummi t. net. RLEP is a citizen action organization dedicated to preserving the rural character and natural resources and scenic beauty of Rappahannock County. Anyone interested in becoming a member of RLEP may do so by sending a contribution of any amount to RLEP, P.O. Box 94, Washington, Va., 22747. At its board meeting last Monday, RLEP elected Mr. Gannon president, Joy Sloane as vice-president, Bruce Sloane as treasurer, and Steven Kenny as secretary. Troopers injured in southeastern Virginia accident State Troopers Gary Settle, of Sperryville, and Michael Woodard, stationed at the Culpeper office, were injured in an accident during the early morning hours of Sept. 25 while providing hurricane assistance in Emporia, Va. The troopers were manning a road block to keep vehicles off of a roadway flooded by hurricane Floyd. They were sitting in a parked State Police cruiser when a drunk driver hit them head-on. t Settle and Woodard were treated and released for minor iryuries at ft local hospital, and are now both resting at home. The driver of the other vehicle was transported to Norfolk for a detached Retina, but did Bid. suffer any life-threatening ii\jurie£ He has been charged with driving under the influence, refusal and future to wear a safety belt.

Orange you glad you asked? My good friends, Karin and Robert MacDowell of ^Waterford, have several Osage ^Orange trees on property they >~3lkave developed into a splendid ""wildlife sanctuary. One very ~i&tge specimen of this unique ‘ tree is in view when we sit on ••^their porch, among buzzing and belligerent hummingbirds that visit Karin’s many colorflowering plants, along •'"ffith the feeders she keeps J^gBing for the tiny birds. *»•**«'I also watch the parade of £3i*rds that flies in and out of UL& Osage Orange. Its twisted SSCInches and fearsome thorns JjMyuld be an effective refuge predators. ■Sml^The Osage Orange is a tree, but was originally "Strand growing naturally only »wwng river bottoms in northeastern Texas, southern n Arkansas and southern , ,,Qklahoma. Before the Invention of barbed wire in 1874, the tree was planted n all over the East and Midwest as a natural * ' ftijce. Its contorted, entwined branches and v 1-inch-long thorns, sharp as needles, , ,, tijiade it an ideal hedge-fence tree. According to one writer, the tree was ! used in barricades to , keep human beings and other animals out.” It would certainly keep me out! Recently, I have seen the strange, grapefruit-sized fruits of this tree scattered over the ground in several ■■places, as Lee Trott and I traveled around the Virginia Piedmont. That alerted me to the presence of Osage Orange trees where I had not noticed them before. These fruits are a curious shade of green and superficially resemble large oranges, though the outside texture is much rougher than that fruit. It is because of an abundance of these fruits that some consider Maclura pomifera a nuisance. Only the tree with female flowers produces fruits. Male flowers are on a separate tree, and I suppose pollen is windcarried to the female flowers with receptive pistils. I M ■ \* All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott The big specimen seen from the MacDowells’ porch is covered with fruits at this time of the year. They also litter the ground where, according to Bob MacDowell, deer feast on them. There is a male Osage Orange at the front of the MacDowells’ house that supplies the female tree with pollen. The leaves of Osage Orange have a simple elegance. Arranged alternately along the twigs, they are eggshaped, 3 to 5 inches long, and have a graceful, tapering ' n point. The upper surface of these leaves is smooth and shiny. I have a naturalist-type friend who grew up in northern Louisiana. She often referred to the “bodark” trees there. What is a “bodark” tree, I wondered? In my search for more information on the Osage Orange, I found fre PUBLIC HEARING TELECOMMUNICATIONS ORDINANCE - AMENDMENTS TO THE ~ ZONING CHAPTER E OF THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY CODE The Rappahannock County Board of L Supervisors shall hold a public hearing on proposed pro* visions relating to the regulation of telecommunications ■* facilities, as amendments to the Zoning Chapter of the L Rappahannock County Code, on Wednesday, October 6, >: 1999, at 7:30 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington. VA. The proposed amendments were considered Z and recommended for approval by the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at a hearing held on Z September 15, 1999. The Zoning Chapter Amendments are available «^for inspection at the County Administration and Zoning “ Office, 290 Gay Street, Washington, VA 22747. Further .-information is available by calling 540-675-3342. 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Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747._ quent references to the use of the heavy, tough wood of this tree for bows by Native Americans. The French name for the tree is “bois d’arc.” From Americans attempting to pronounce and spell this, one gets to “bodark” or “bodak.” Initially, I had assumed the common name, Osage Orange, referred to the resemblance of the fruits to oranges. (Osage, of course, comes from the Osage Indians that inhabited the areas where this tree grew naturally.) I am not sure now. The wood is bright orange in color, is two times as hard and two and a half times as strong as that of the white oak, and is the source of a yellow, orange-yellow, or golden dye. During World War I, a , plant for extracting • aye rrom tms tree was located in Pocahontas County in West Virginia. The dye was used to color the olivedrab for military uniforms. To achieve the color of uniforms now associated with that war, another dye was ' • included in the mix. / It is interesting to note how anecdotal information gets into the literature about trees and is quoted over and over again down through the years. I quote: “In Arkansas, in early nineteenth cen. tury, a good Osage bow was worth a horse and i\ blanket.” I found the a same information, » variously stated, in a * number of books, r This had more meaning in the beginning of the 19th century than it does today. Yet, considering the price of a horse, an Osage Orange bow was indeed valuable. Rutherford Platt, a splendid writer about trees, calls Osage Orange "... a healthy, dangerous tree.” What an odd juxtaposition of adjectives! Yet, I think he was correct. I will admire the tree from a distance, but will keep away from its thorns and tangled branches and twigs. Birds like the tree, I know, for the big one at the MacDowells had a stream of arrivals and departures when I watched from their porch. Write Virginia naturalist John Trott at: P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va., 22747. Panther Pause: news in brief BY JAN MAKELA Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • Congratulations to the RCHS Band and our new Flag Team for the exemplary performance at Cooter’s in Sperryville on Saturday. It was wonderful to see so many faces from our School community there to support the band. There was even a former student of Mr. Jack Raines in the crowd. He had come all the way from Montevideo! Thanks again to Mr. Ben (“Cooter”) Jones for giving our kids this great opportunity to perform. • The band will present another public performance on Oct. 23 at Country Manor in Sperryville. Stay tuned for more details and prepare to be impressed. • Please remember to buy your holiday citrus fruit from our band this year. Their Citrus Fruit Sale will be their biggest fund raiser of the year and will provide much needed funds for uniforms and instruments. We will print more information as it becomes available. • The next RCES PTO meeting will be held at the Rappahannock Park on Friday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. It will be a Soup/Homemade Bread/Dessert Pot Luck. We will have a fire going in the fireplace and outlets for crock pots available. Sign-up sheets will be sent home by students so that you can sign up for the item of your choice. Please plan to bring your family and enjoy an evening of fun as you support your a PTO. i • As reported last Week a committee of teachers, par ents and administrators met to address the afternoon dismissal policy hoping to make it a safer and ( more convenient situation for everyone. They have developed a procedure that we think will please everyone. You should be receiving information about it very soon, if you have not already. Please call Mrs. Raye Tupper, RCES Principal, or Mr. Richard Smith, RCMS Principal, at 9878259, or stop by RCES office if you have questions or concerns. • Community After School Enrichment classes have been filling up rapidly. We are very pleased with the response. Many thanks to Mrs. Shannon Swain, CASE administrator, for her hard work in selecting classes and finding so many instructors for this session. • Please remember that Friday, Oct. 8 will be an Early Release Day in case you need to make alternate child care arrangements. • The next School Board meeting will be on Tuesday, Oct. 12. The public is always encouraged to attend these meetings to become more informed about school issues. • Please mark your calendars for the next two home Cross Country meets on Oct. 20 and Oct. 27. The District Meet is the last meet on the 27 and we are fortunate that it will be on our home turf. • Good news! The RCES library now has available for check-out copies of all three books in the Harry Potter series! • Mrs. Margaret Gottlieb, tireless volunteer, is expanding her volunteer horizons and began helping Mrs. Andra Logan in the RCHS Transition program last week. • Mrs. Charlotte Mills and Mrs. TeriAnn Hill, RCHS volunteers, are helping to answer the “ever-ringing” phones in the high school office. We still need help on three remaining days. If you can spare an hour or two per week, please call Mrs. Jan Makela at 987-8259. • The ground-breaking ceremony for the long awaited and much needed RCHS addition took place with appropriate pomp and circumstance last Tuesday afternoon. Thanks to Mr. Tim Beahm from the School Board Bus Shop for painting the “official” shovels a beautiful shade of Panther Pride Blue! • Mrs. Deborah Flinchum, RCES ffist grade teacher, hosted 22 guests in her classroom recently for their Grandparents’ Day Celebration! It was wonderful to see so many guests m our scnooi that week visiting children in many classes. • Tuesday, Oct. 5, is the next home Girls* Basketball Lgame at which time they will play Manassas Park. • Parents and teachers ol tourth and tilth grade students met in the RCES library to discuss ability ^ grouping for students in order to help them progress in a more V comfortable and successful manner. This r same idea will also be used with second and third grade students as well. • The October issue of the Virginia Journal of Education featured a story about the RCHS Transition Cla$s Cruise last spring. The article was titled “Class on the High Seas” and included pictures of the students, teachers and chaperones who made the trip. Mrs. Andra Logan is the Transition Teacher at RCHS. • Many staff members are active volunteer participants in their communities and expend much energy in an effort to help others...aside from the countless hours spent educating our community's children. Each week we will endeavor to spotlight one or more individuals who do amazing things outside of school. Please take a moment to say thanks when you see them. If you know of someone who should be included, please contact Jan Makela at 987-8259. • Did you know? • Kathy Zehr, RCPS School Psychologist, Layne Vickers, RCES fourth Grade Teacher, and Ron Vickers, RCHS Technology Teacher, work tirelessly with Habitat for Humanity in Page County helping to build homes fewdeserving families. • RCES teacher, Geraldine Payne, is an Emergency Medical Technician and in her “spare” time spends many hours responding to calls with the Sperryville Rescue Squad and teaching CPR classes. Have a great week! k untain Company APPLE HARVEST SALEH Oct. 8—Oct* 11 10am-6pm O CO/ lowest ticketed price Z, O /0 Oil Storewide! Live Music • Cook Out Apples • Apple Butter Door Prizes • Drawings • Giveaways Fun for the Entire Family • Much More Special Events: John Jackson, Blues Legend.Saturday, 2-3 Byers' Choice Limited Edition Santa Giveaway .Sunday, 2-4 Wine Jelly Tasting..Friday FAITH MOUNTAIN RETAIL STORE The Old Sperryville School House Corner of Routes 522 & 211 Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8353 Wakefield' happenings BY LORI FERREIRA. Admissions Coordinator • Back to School Night at WCDS was held on Sept. 28 at 7 p.m., immediately following the 6:30 PTO mee;tipg. Parents had the opportunity to meet their children’s teachers and go through an abbreviated version of the students’ schedules. *•»' • The Kiwanis Clulr of Cape May, N.J. has senCStetters of appreciation to SHBIna and Alissa Rye, Key jjhib members, for their helpjjjpth special events held this et&nmer. While spending the summer in Cape May with fifcir grandparents, Mr. and \|rs. William Savage, the girls attended several meeting of the Kiwanis Club and volunteered at their Benefit Ai4Jt*on and Roast Beef Dinner. • Sarah-Elizabeth Hunt spent four weeks this summer at her alma mater, McKinley Elementary School assisting Miss Allison Bliss in her first grade summer school class.Hn her capacity as student teacher, Sarah helped 12 Arlington County students with math, reading tests, and a bug project, among other first grade activities. Sarah plans £to study elementary education upon graduation from WCDS and hopes to one day te£ch second grade. • Dana and Jesse Ferreira attended separate two week workshops with Performing and Visual Arts, Northwest (PAVAN) over the summer. “ Dana returned for hisJifth season with the theater workshop, culminating with a performance of “When Lovers Meet”, a collection of Shakespearian love scenes. Jesse, in his first seasop of band workshop, attended masters classes in tenor saxophone. The band workshop ended with a concert at James Wood High School.

Library Board won’t expand for computers BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Taking a cue from its Expansion Subcommittee’s recommendations, the full Library Board last Thursday voted to reject , any expansion of the library facilities for the purpose of accommodating additional computers. In a related action, the Board also moved to have the Expansion Committee continue its attempts to identify pro bono architectural assistance to develop expansion concepts for the facility, in the event that expansion might prove necessary for purposes other than computer space. The Expansion Committee’s evaluation comes as a result of an offer by the Friends , °f the Library to fund an expansion of the library, and this initial rejection does not necessarily mean that the Board will reject _the expansion concept altogether. In his report, President Frank Warner inquired about the effectiveness and extent of use of the EBSCOhost journal database, and was informed by Library Director David Shaffer that the system is “doing what I wanted it to do” and that it is largely used by students conducting research. The EBSCOhost system enables the user to access a database containing searchable full text of over 430 periodicals, and searchable * indexing and abstracts for over 500 titles. President Warner also noted that the Library’s Five Year Plan should be reviewed, and it will be discussed at the October meeting. In his report Library Director Shaffer informed the Board that the new copier, a Minolta EP3000, was delivered on Sept. 15, and that it is functioning perfectly. He also reported that the Library escaped any damage from Hurricane Floyd. He noted that a Friday Night Program will be held on Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. that will feature readings and discussion of the creative process by poet Martin Galvin. Treasurer Helen Platt’s report opened with a discussion of Summer Reading Program overruns, and led to a discussion of the proper handling of budgeted items and events. This summer’s program cost the Library $1400, and only $800 was available to fund it. Board members expressed criticism of Director Shaffer’s payment for overbudget expenditures without Board approval, and all agreed that a special meeting will be necessary in the future if it appears that expenditures will exceed budgets. Treasurer Platt also presented the September budget worksheet and investment portfolio summary, and noted that expenditures to date for the new fiscal year slightly exceed monthly budget averages. Late night arrest near Flint Hill Hugh Roy Fincham, Jr., 36, of Front Royal, Va. was arrested on numerous charges following an incident during the late night hours of Sept. 23. Deputy J.C. Welch pulled Fincham over near the old Foster’s Packing House building, and upon running a license tag check discovered that Fincham was an habitual offender. As Welch attempted to make an arrest, Fincham fled on foot. Welch, with assistance from Warren County Sheriff’s Deputies and Virginia State Trooper Wayne Sumner, apprehended Fincham after a brief search, Fincham has been charged with habitual offender (second offense), driving while intoxicated, alluding and speeding. Intoxication arrest near Washington Deputy Welch stopped a vehicle near 211 Quickie Mart shortly before 2 a.m. on Sept. 26.' Thirty year-old Christopher S. McKibbon of Washington, Va. was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and carrying a concealed weapon. Burglaries in county A burglary of a house in the 1900 block of Zachary T^dor Highway near Huntly was reported on Sept. 23. Taken were a phone, some guns and a VCR, among other items. The perpetrators gained access to the house through the rear garage door. The Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office believes that the incident occurred between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. An investigation is underway. A vacant house on Grindstone Lane in the Boston area was broken into sometime before Sept. 26. Missing from the house are an oval picture frame, rectangular mirror, dinette table, some dishes and silverware. Furniture was also stacked near the door. The Sheriffs Office believes that the assailant gained access through a rear window. The incident is under investigation. Accidents in county Virginia State Police reported on two accidents in Rappahannock County last week. The first one occurred in Flint Hill on Route 647, just east of U.S. 522, shortly before 5 p.m. on Sept. 21. Richard Brown of Reston, Va. swerved JENKINS ORCHARDS _Quality Fruit_ Select Your Own Apples Grimes Golden, Jonathan, Empire, Jonagold, Staymans, Red Delicious and Golden Delicious, Also Tomatoes, Apple Butter, Jams and Honey Open Daily 9 to 6 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 to avoid a deer, ran off the road and struck a tree. Brown was not injured in the accideht. Damage to his 1992 Dodge pickup was estimated at $5000. No charges were filed. Shortly after 5 p.m. on Sept. 26, two teenagers were injured in a one-car accident on Route 678 near the intersection of U.S. 211 East in, Amissville. The driver, a 17 year-old female, was trying to allude police pursuit when she lost control of her 1996 Toyota and struck a guard rail. As of Sept. 27, she was still being treated for various injuries at Fauquier Hospital. The passenger, a 16 year-old male, was treated and released for minor injuries. Damage to the vehicle was estimated at $8000. The driver has been charged with reckless driving. APPLES Red and Golden Delicious, Laury, Granny Smith, & Grimes Also: Quinces PICK-YOUR-OWN Selling 7 Days a Week! Bring your own containers! Directions: U.S. 211 West, just past Massie’s Comer, right turn, 65 Orchard Lane. Watch for signs. Not responsible for accidents. 540-675-3558 Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune GROUND BREAKING: From left to right, Supervisors Chairman “Pete” Estes and School Board Chairman Dr. John Tole remove the first piles of dirt in a ground-breaking ceremony for the hiqh school addition last Tuesday. Work begins on school addition Representatives of Rappahannock High School, the School Board, Board of Supervisors and County Administrator John McCarthy were on hand last Tuesday for a ground-breaking at the site of the new high school addition. The addition, which will be built where the softball field now sits, will house four classrooms, two science labs, two computer labs, a work room for faculty, a music room and special classroom. The bus loop and parking area will also be expanded. Dr Gangel noted that the addition will ease over-crowding and provide for a technical program, among other things. Dr. Gangel, in a brief speech to the RCHS student body prior to the ground-breaking, recognized McCarthy, the Supervisors and the School Board for their vision and hard work on this project. “Today is a very important day in the life of our school,” said Dr. Gangel about today’s ground-breaking. Construction was slated to begin last week, but Dr. Gangel observed that bad weather may affect the schedule. Construction is scheduled to be completed by August of next year. Accident near SperryviUe Twenty year-old James Jenkins of Washington suffered minor injuries in a orievehicle accident on Route 612 near U.S. 211 around 10 a.m. on Sept. 16. Jenkins was driving his 1990 Dodge pickup south on Route 612 when he ran off the road, struck a tree, lost control and overturned. Damage to the pickup was estimated at $5500. Jenkins has been charged with reckless driving. Fri. 10/1 ELIZABETH LAWRENCE With Gary Smallwood Sat. 10/2 CATFISH HODGE BAND Family Style Dining Now Open Thursday - Monday 540 987-316Z www.bluemooncafe.com OO Are Ready Sunset Hills Farm / msMMC No price increase for last three years! 25 Colors (some new colors) / < ’ s~ A< MET if > - ' •» , ? . V 'V *’• ... S ' A V—?‘i |Vu’ • Dir.: U.S. 211 adjacent to Rappahannock County High School, behind Christinas Tree Farm. Watch for sign 987-8804 _ forest Qrove (Baptist CfiurcIT*** ‘Jettozusfiip ‘Picnic ON THE CHURCH GROUNDS Route 640 * 258 Forest Grove Rd. 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Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune SNIFF, SNIFF: Dr. Arie Rijke leads the beagles on as they search for the trail of a rabbit. Beagle hunt comes to Flint Hill The Waldingfield Beagles, based in Charlottesville, Va., made a visit to Over the Hill Farm on Sept. 26 to give a demonstration of what to expect for the upcoming hunt season. The hounds hunted for rabbits across the farm, and provided an interesting show for those in attendance. The Waldingfield Beagles is the oldest organized pack in the United States. The pack was established in 1885 in Massachusetts by James Appleton and later moved to Virginia, where the hounds are now under the care of joint masters Dr. Arie Rijke and Mrs. Bayard Tuckerman, Jr. The two masters are a family member (Mrs. Tuckerman) and an outsider (Dr. Rijke). The pack is about to begin its 115th season. And no, the hounds are not that old. The pack consists of 24 hounds or 12 couples, ranging in age from one to nine years old. The season runs from October through early April, and consists of two to three hunts per week. The object is for the hounds to find a rabbit, run its line and either account for it or lose the line, but not to kill the rabbit. Despite the hot and dry conditions, which Dr. Rijke says are not conducive to rabbit hunting, the pack found three rabbits. They lost one, but ran two into the ground. They also ran across a fox, and Dr. Rijke had to pull the hounds back to avoid a confrontation. After the hunt, everyone enjoyed a “Beagle Tea”. The public had an opportunity to socialize with the Joint Masters and Whippers-in, who assisted during the hunt, and enjoy light refreshments. For more information on Beagle hunts, please contact the Kennels at Ridge Lee Farm in Charlottesville. Their number is (804) 2932642. NEW CAR LOANS USED CAR LOANS * 7.700. APR for 36 Months Payments of $31 -20 per $1000 Months a A Auto Loan Tune- Up. 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LCP NCC As our schedules begin to “rev” up in the fall after the slower summer season, we may notice an increase in feelS ings of anxiety or depression. As the pace picks up, the best way to stay both calm and energized is to practice centered or “full body” breathing. Full body breathing is a symphony of both powerful and subtle moments that massage internal organs, oscillate joints, and alternately tone and relax muscle tissue. The waves of our breath also carry emotional content and messages from the psyche, and they open us to our own creative potential. Learning to move with our breath, rather than against it or without its support, can transform our life. Because respiration is prij marily regulated by involuntary controls through the central nervous system, we might wonder why anyone should bother to “work” with their breath. After all, our bodies are breathing automatically day and night. But is calm, rhythmic breathing the usual state of your body? My observations have led me to conclude that shallow breathing and chronic breath holding are so prevalent in our culture that a person who can breath freely is rare. This is a frightening state of affairs, considering the impact poor breathing has upon our health, well being, and quality of life. What does it mean to breathe in a healthy, functional way? This question is more difficult to answer than one might think. At one end of the spectrum is the unconscious, involuntary breath; at the other end is breathing that is controlled and regulated by the will. In between the two extremes lies the “essential” breath, a conscious flow that arises out of the depth of our being and dissolves effortlessly back into our core. To access this essential breath, we must first be able to focus on and perceive our own breathing process; that is, we must make the unconscious conscious. You might begin your investigation of your breathing patterns by trying an experiment in observation, because becoming aware of your habits is the first step in recovering healthy breathing. If you observe a baby or a dog asleep, you will notice how their breath naturally expands into their bellies. We begin life with healthy breath ing. There are two primary breathing patterns that are associated with breathlessness or stress: thoracic breathing and hyperventilation. The first pattern, thoracic breathing, consists of breathing predominately with secondary respiratory muscles (the muscle of the upper chest, back and neck). They are called secondary respiratory muscles because they are biologically designed to come into play only when our sympathetic nervous system is activated. This activation is known as the fight-or-flight response, in which the body readies itself to meet real or imagined danger. In thoracic breathing the person tightens the abdomen and inhales into the upper chest. The physiological effects of this pattern include increased heart rate and blood pressure, gastrointestinal distress, asthmatic symptoms, neck and should tension, anxiety and depression. The breath may be shallow, punctuated by breath holding or by gasping. The second pattern, hyperventilation, is not usually recognized except in its extreme forms. It can, however, be both subtle and chronic. This pattern is characterized by rapid, shallow breathing punctuated by frequent sighs. Hyperventilation causes too much carbon dioxide to be expired and results in an increase alkalinity of the blood. This alkalinity can cause anxiety, phobia, and dizziness, as well as a vast array of other physical and psychological symptoms. Why do we distort our natural breath? One possible explanation is that we have responded physiologically to our accelerated environment, we are literally too busy to catch our breath. Life is fast these days. The demands are very real and difficult to meet without succumbing to “hurry-up sickness.” To meet the pace, we have replaced whole-body activities with automated technologies. Compare chopping vegetables by hand, shoveling in the garden, washing clothes in the river, or any number of virtually obsolete activities to using the machines that have speeded up or taken over these tasks. These machines accomplish tasks quickly, but when we use them, we bypass the normal rhythmic structure of human movements. The rapid, mechanized movements of machines are biologically out of sync with our slower breathing cycle. To catch our breath, we have to refuse to fall prey to the epidemic of speed and honor our inner rhythms. Just as powerful as the undertow of our technological environment are the ideas that many of us may hold about how our bodies ought to move and look. Impossibly thin magazine models set standards for personal appearances for women. Men take their cues from muscular beach boys and movie stars, among others. Is there anyone alive who has not been told to straighten up and suck in our gut, the proverbial “military posture.” To achieve it, we contract our pelvic floor, pull in our stomach, and restrict the movement of the diaphragm to keep the waist svelte. This constriction automatic cally forces us to breathe in the upper chest. Stop yourself in almost any given activity, and you may be surprised to notice you are unconsciously tightening the pelvic floor and holding in your abdomen. Sometimes our breathing changes in response to injury or illness, to reduce or avoid pain. But more often than not, holding the breath only makes pain worse by reducing circulation and increasing muscular contraction in the body. When we hold our breath, all the body knows is that something is wrong and it responds accordingly by activating the fight-or-flight response. Constricting the breath is also a way of repressing trauma and emotional pain, whether conscious or unconscious. Breathing freely means we accept that life is changing all the time and that we can change and open ourselves to meet each new movement. So where do we begin? First, we must start by unlearning shallow, chest breathing an learning abdominal breathing. Lying on the back with hands on the abdomen to monitor abdominal breathing is one technique. Another technique is the “Relaxing Breath” (also called the “4-7-8 Breath,” a reference to the number of counts you take while inhaling, holding the breath and exhaling). This simple technique is known to lower blood pressure, at least temporarily. As we have a sense of how the body moves with your breath, you can then become more conscious of allowing these movements in all daily activities. mm?** WANTED: Used furniture, antiques, collectibles, and general household goods. Cash on the spot. Quick removal. One piece or estate. 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t^marwr** * «* SUtgHm UKft *? cot rUfUff *ot fm t^9H(9rf M imt Mtimm zsmmmm tm Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune RCHSJV Cheerleaders From left to right: Bottom, Jennifer Foreback, Melanie Torrance, Molly Burke, Victoria Hudson; Middle, Sara Hathaway, Jamie Deal, Ruth Ann Oyster; Top, Robin Oyster, Krystal Smoot. The JV squad, all eighth-graders, are coached by Kim Atkins. Youth soccer has mixed results over weekend By NANETTE HOGAN Rappahannock News Contributing Writer Rappahannock Youth Soccer played its third weekend Saturday, Sept. 25. The U14 Rabbit Wombats defeated Culpeper B 2-1. IJ-12 Rapp 1 tied Madison 4-4 at the RCHS soccer field. The U-12 Rapp 2 and U-17 teams had the weekend off. The U-10 teams played “under the lights” at Culpeper’s Comet Stadium. Both teams displayed their professionalism and knowledgeable skills, but each were defeated by Culpeper 2-0. The U-8 Fireballs do it again, 6-2 over Madison! U-8 Blue Devils Jacob Racer and Scott Crotty pitched in to assist Madison’s short-handed team and avoided a forfeit, in keeping with “the spirit of the game.” Congratulations to all teams on their past and present accomplishments. Good luck this coming weekend! AUCTION NOTICE Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company Saturday, October 2, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. Original script of Warner Bros. “Dukes of Hazzard” show signed by Ben Jones (“Cootcr") Push lawnmower Children’s toys Overstuffed chair (new) Single bed w/rails Clothing Exercise equipment Adding machine Decorative pieces Shop vacuum cleaner Baskets Books 2 computers 2 electric typewriters Leaf mulchcr (electric) Merchant's wheel alignments Truck cap Farm bell Cases of oil Case antifreeze Tennis racquets Records Pontiac aluminum wheels (2) Mirrors (2) Couch TVs Bowling balls 4 Bicycles Weed eater (Homelite) Speakers Halloween lights(new) Wooden desk Ping-pong balls Lead crystal glassware (new) Other items too numerous to mention. 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-Jxappafjannock Jftetosi— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Todd Fortune, Staff Writer Carl Eborn, Staff Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNews@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 1999 Our View (I * Construction A big moment for the county's educational system. School Superintendent Dr. David Gangel called it “an important day in the life of our school.” Last Tuesday, ground breaking ceremonies kicked off construction of the addition to Rappahannock County „ High School. On top of the addition, there are repairs ‘ for the bad sections of the roof. In addition, we hope to have new ball fields soon - perhaps in time for ' spring sports next year. While some people grumble about how much money is spent on education, most people will hopefully agree that this is a worthwhile investment. The students and teachers will benefit from a better learning environment, not only with better facilities and equipment but also without having to worry about getting rained on. And as far as the ball fields, anyone who has watched a sporting event at RCHS is aware of the need for improved facilities. The players and coaches , will benefit, and parents who come to the games - should also welcome the new fields. It’s nice to see this county’s leaders move forward and support positive change, as opposed to maintaining a status quo that does nothing to help the stu, dents and athletes of this county. Demolition Tonight is the time to make yourself heard. Tonight, Peter Kramer gets to state his case for preserving the summer cottage behind the Mercantile building to the Town Council. If you have an opinion on the matter, now is the time to Nmake yourself heard. ^ There are two points to be made here. First, don’t be bashful about speaking your mind if you attend the meeting. A number of individuals at the first ARB •meeting on the matter remained quiet. Yes, this promises to be an exciting and stressful event. But don’t let that stop you from speaking out and making 'your opinion known. The other point is that just because you don’t live in the town of Washington doesn’t mean that this won’t affect .you. Sure, it’s obvious what Sunnyside Farms is proposing will impact the town’s residents. ; Blit someone made a good point over the weekend: It ' affects anyone who comes into town. ' Anybody who comes into the town of Washington, ' whether it be to work or to shop, will be impacted by * what stands where the cottage now is - whether it’s the cottage as it now is or something different, and ► whether the impact is good or bad. Whether you live in town or out in the county, if : you have an opinion you need to come to the meeting . and make yourself heard. Don’t wait for someone else ’ to speak up. If we all did that, no one would ever Vspeak their mind. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune Hillsdale Grocery, on U.S. 211 near Massie’s Corner, was not able to sell gas for a few days last week due to an accident which resulted in one of the pumps catching on fire. Above, workers remove the damaged pump so that the other pumps can be turned back on to pump gas. Hillsdale is hoping to have a new pump in place by the middle of this week. Letters Appreciation expressed On behalf of the Fauquier Free Clinic, we would like to express our appreciation for the wonderful response we had to the third annual Rappahannock RoughRide on Sept. 18. The generosity shown by the 74 businesses and individuals who sponsored the event was overwhelming as was the time, energy and resources volunteered by so many kind individuals and organization (including VDOT, the Rappahannock and Fauquier County Sheriff’s Department, the Virginia State Police, Trinity Episcopal Church, this newspaper and others). Thanks to all, the event was a huge success with 376 bikers including bike clubs and individuals from all over the region. All proceeds from the RoughRide will go to the Fauquier Free Clinic which provides quality primary health care and dental services to uninsured individuals in Rappahannock and Fauquier Counties. Proceeds from the tour will go toward providing medications for children and adults, equipment and testing supplies for diabetics and supplies for the medical and dental clinics. For every $1 we raise, $4 in health care services will be delivered to patients. Many thanks to all who participated, to the RoughRiders, the generous sponsors, the many volunteers and this newspaper, for your support. Next year we promise to deliver another RoughRide of spectacular scenery and challenging, scenic terrain. Hope to see you there. Beth Turner, Chairman Third Annual RoughRide Committee VDOT should be commended I wish to thank VDOT for the fantastic job they did recently in trimming the trees along Route 522 in Rappahannock County. It not only looks great, but makes visibility much better, and all who worked on it should be commended. ,, Just too bad all the back roads in Rappahannock couldn’t be trimmed the same way. Congratulations VDOT for a great job! George E. Foster Front Royal -- Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 30 Years Ago Thursday, Oct. 2, 1969 The 12th annual House Tour and Dried Flower Arrangement Sale sponsored by the Women of the Church of Bromfield Parrish in Rappahannock County will be held this year on Oct. 25 and 26. Houses to be open are Roundabout Farm, residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Haggerty; Montpelier, owned by Mr. and Mrs. James W. Fletcher and the third home which is Canterbury, owned by Dr. Katherine B. Oettinger. A two-night Harvest Fun festival is being staged Oct. 3 and 4 for the benefit of the newly organized Sperryville Rescue Squad. The event will be held at the Sperryville carnival grounds and activities will include rides, games, prizes and food. Pvt. E2 Lee Edward Keyser is spending a furlough at his home near Washington. He entered the U.S. Army on May 14, 1969 and underwent basic training at Fort Dix, N.J. He will return to Fort Lewis, Wash, on Oct. 6 for an assignment in Vietnam. This will be a banner year for fall colors in Shenandoah National Park. The weather has been excellent and about 15 percent of the trees now evidence some color transition. According to experts, warm days and cool nights without frost provide the right chemistry to produce the best colors. 25 Years Ago Thursday, Sept. 26, 1974 Tuesday’s early rooming frost has to be one of the earliest on record. Miss Ruby’s official weather gauge registered a low of 31 degrees in the town of Washington. Probably it was several degrees colder on the bottoms and low lying areas. A $7,000 federal grant has been awarded Rappahannock County for emergency medical services during the 1974-75 fiscal year. The grant will enable Rappahannock County to purchase a custom-built raised roof amoulance to be based at the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad headquarters. The Student Cooperative Association of Rappahannock County Elementary School elected officers last week for the 1974-75 session of school. An installation service was conducted Tuesday morning. Oiticers elected included Jeff Jenkins as president; Liz Freeman, vice president; Kelly Gilkey, secretary and Sherri Brown, treasurer. Peggy Clark, GRI in Flint Hill was advertising a lovely small home on 1 1/4 acres, not far from Washington’s Town Council approved the addition of one county resident to its i expanded Architectural Review Board. The planners and council held a joint ' public hearing to hear the town’s residents’ reaction to a plan to allow one ; county resident to sit on the ARB, which must approve all exterior modifications and additions to buildings within the 1 town limits. The board was created as part of the town’s designation as a historic district in 1984. —COMPILED BY: BARBARA C. WAYLAND the national park with 2 bedrooms, den living room, kitchen, bath and full basement for only $29,500. Also a large chalet shell, exterior complete, situated on 9 1/4 acres. $25,000. 10 Years Ago Thursday, Sept. 28, 1989 Rappahannock Senior Elizabeth Oliver received notice earlier this month that she qualified as one of Virginia’s 358 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. She joins 15,000 students nationwide in competing for 6,000 scholarships worth $23 million. Despite a recommendation for denial from its Planning Commission, and protests from several residents, Photo courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: This photograph was taken of Miss Mary Snead’s private school at the John Keyser homeplace in Harris Hollow outside the Town of Washington. The building still stands today and the farm belongs to Juanita Settle.

“Meet the Candidates” forum slated for Oct. 13 , The Rappahannock County Education Association is organizing a “Meet The Candidates” event for the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 13 in the Rappahannock High School Auditorium from 7 to 9. There will be a social hour, with refreshments, following the forum to give the candidates and their constituents an opportunity to speak personally. Anyone interested in submitting questions for their district candidates should come at 6:30. Other questions for the candidates were developed by a Question Committee. The Question Committee consisted of voters from each district not the Rappahannock County Education Association. Answers to these questions will be given orally and in written form at the forum. The Rappahannock County Education Association’s primary objective in organizing this event is to provide the candidates an opportunity to share their perspectives on educational issues with the voters. The “Meet The Candidates” forum is being endorsed by the following community organizations: — PTO, First Thursday Parent Group, Headwaters, The Athletic Boosters, Rappahannock Farmers’Association, Flint Hill Fire and Rescue, Belle Meade Day Camp. Oral Questions 1.) Do you have any new ideas for revenue enhancement that would benefit public education? 2.) Do you support the proposition that a comprehensive program of the arts and athletics are an integral part of a K-12 public education? If so, why? If not, why not? Written Responses 1. ) What do you expect the Rappahannock graduate to be able to do? 2. ) Would you be willing to work with the school board in developing a long term plan for education for the county? Would you support funding for the planning process? 3. ) How do you balance the need for quality education and the concern about taxes? 4. ) Would you support a voucher system? If so, why? If not, why not? 5. ) What is your vision for vocational education in Rappahannock County? 6. ) Is it sufficient to meet only the state mandates? Will that provide quality education in your mind? 7. ) What would you do to help restore and develop a quality athletic program? 8. ) What actions would you take to improve relations and communication between the School Board and the Board of Supervisors? Would you be willing to participate in a retreat with the School Board members? Would you propose it? Bob Weinberg fills out BZA BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer Bob Weinberg and his wife Wendy recently returned from a trip to England, Wendy’s homeland. Bob was also recently in Atlanta, attending an American Bar Association conference. He is a member of the House of Delegates for the Association. Bob Weinberg is one of two new members of the county Board of Zoning Appeals. He replaces the late Sid Gottleib, who Weinberg says are “some big shoes to fill.” An attorney by trade, Weinberg sees this position as a form of “Pro-bono legal service” to the county. “It’s helpful to have a lawyer on a quasi-judicial board” like the BZA, says Weinberg. He also sees the importance of planning and zoning issues to this, or any other, locality. Weinberg was born in New York during the Depression. He attended Stuyvesant High School in New York City, which has drawn comparisons to Jefferson High School in Fairfax County. Weinberg received his undergraduate degree from Yale University in 1953. He then went to England as a Fullbright Exchange student at the London School of Economics, where he studied for two years. He also served in the Army for two years while there. It was in England that Bob met Wendy. Upon returning to the states, Weinberg attended Yale Law School, graduating in 1960. He is a founding partner of the law firm Williams and Conley in Washington, D.C., where he worked for over 30 years. He says that it was a great opportunity to work alongside Edward Bennett Williams, a leading legal advocate in D.C. The Weinbergs bought the land they now live on in 1968, on Quaintance Road in Slate Mills, from Robinson Pullen. Their house was finished in 1970, and they lived there on weekends for the next 25 years. Bob retired from the law firm in 1996, and they moved in full-time. Journalism must run in the Weinberg family. Bob has contributed articles to the Rappahannock News in the past. Two pieces of note he did for us were stories on President Clinton’s last inauguration and the Prime Minister’s inauguration in England back in 1997. Their son Jeremy works as an editor for Goldman Sachs in London. Daughter Susan teaches English and Creative Writing at Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C. She was also a writer for the National Zoo’s bi-monthly magazine for some time. Their other son David teaches Astronomy at Ohio State University. Despite not having to work in the hustle and bustle of D.C., the Weinbergs stay busy. Wendy runs The Theater in Washington, and Bob helps out there on occasion. Wendy is also the American representative on the governing body of the London School of Economics. Bob teaches classes at the University of Virginia Law School, and will teach at George Washington University Law School in the spring. He still takes on some occasional pro bono legal cases. Weinberg is also President of the Foundation of the Bar Association in D.C., as well as former President of the D.C. Bar, which includes all lawyers in the District, and the Bar Association of D.C., a voluntary association founded in 1871. He is an active member of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee, and ran for Congress in 1996. Weinberg also sees sitting on the BZA as “a satisfying form of community service to the county.” He added that a principal role of the BZA is “to be fair to all who come before it.” Anyone who wishes to speak with Bob Weinberg may reach him by calling 5473993. Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet to appear Oct. 9 The Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet will be swinging through jazz of several decades at The Theatre at Washington on Saturday, Oct. 9, in a concert beginning at 8 p.m. Backed by piano, guitar, bass, and drums, the popular group have performed widely in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. This will be the first time that they have come to “Little” Washington. Jazz classics, including music of Count Basie and Cole Porter, should provide an enjoyable and relaxing evening of entertainment. Vocal jazz groups are hard to find in today’s jazz formats. Jazz bands, smaller instrumental groups, and single vocalists perform widely at live jazz performance venues, and their recorded music fills the racks in the music stores. Yet the lovely sound of four or more voices together phrasing jazz chord harmonies, singing melodies against counter melodies, and swinging through syncopated rhythms, is as welcome as ever. Ginny Carr, one of the vocalists in the Uptown quartet, says that this kind of singing requires “perseverance, discipline, teamwork, and creativity,” and, of course, “countless hours of behind-the scenes group rehearsal.” The other vocal- . ists who make up the quartet are Robert | McBride, Lisanne Lyon and Roger 1 Reynolds. Paul Wingo will be heard on guitar, Peter Revel on bass, Larry Eanet on piano, and Mike Smith on drums. The Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet released its latest CD, “Half-Past Swing,” this past summer. Tickets for the concert at The Theatre in Washington, on Oct. 9 are $14 with reservation, $15 at the door. Tickets for students 18 and under are half price. Phone 675-1253 or send e-mail to Theatre Va@aol. com. County residents receive GED’s On Aug. 2, Regional Adult Education PD #9 and Culpeper Literacy Council hosted the GED graduation at George Washington Carverfiedmont Technical Education Center on Route 15>, south of Culpeper. Culpeper, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties were all represented by graduates receiving the GED’s for the 1998-1999 school year. " Graduates from Rappahannock included: Donnie R. Jenkins, Betty S. "Sisk, Seth Verrill. Also involved in making this a special night for the graduates were John P. Toth, Director of Carver-Piedmont welcoming the graduates, The <n i 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 Honorable John J. “Butch” Davies, serving as Master of Ceremonies, and Emma Richards of Families First, delivering the commencement address. The graduate speakers were Brenda Willsey, John Stephen Schrock and Rebeca Sanchez-Burr. Susan Fox, Regional Adult Education Advisory Board Member representing Rappahannock County, and Phyllis S. Metzger, Regional Director of Adult Education, PD #9 presented the certificates and closing remarks were made by Karen Rittenhouse, ABE-GED Instructor, retired. Barbara Jean Lacy provided piano music. Others involved were Agnes Puryear and Ruth Ponton, who donated the beautiful rose arrangements for the reception tables, Walmart Super Center, Foodlion, and Farmer Jacks whom all provided food for the reception. Graduation ceremonies are held at the end of the year, usually in August for students who pass the GED test. If you need information about the GED test or need classes to help prepare to take the test, please call Phyllis Metzger, Regional Director at 825-0157 or 1-800-371-7380. rFOR HURRICANES 1 OR Y2K... HONDA GENERATORS Generators from 350 to 12,000 watts Blalock Cycle 170 Lee Hwy. 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Meredith Gorfein gives donation to Headwaters Meredith Gorfein, who is a candidate for the Virginia House of Delegates for the District serving Rappahannock County, made a cash donation to Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, at their first fund-raising event on Saturday evening, Sept. 18 in Washington. An anonymous $50 donation had been sent to the Meredith Gorfein for Delegate Campaign. Under campaign finance rules, the campaign is not allowed to accept anonymous contributions. However, her Treasurer, Andy Platt, told her that charities can and suggested that she give it to the charity of her choice. Candidate Gorfein presented the fifty dollar bill to Linda Dietel, the Headwaters Fundraising Chair, quietly at the close of the festivities. Headwater’s mission is: to foster educational excellence by cultivating the cooperative spirit and resources of the whole community to benefit all students.” Meredith, said, “that should be the mission of all legislators at all levels of government as well.” VDOT workers from Rappahannock County assist in hurricane clean-up Lonnie Clatterbuck, James Steward, Charles Blosser, Frank Coffey and Neal Atkins, all residents of Rappahannock County, are part of a team of VDOT workers who are assisting with clean-up from hurricane Floyd in southeastern Virginia. The workers are there this week to help with debris removal and clean-up from streets and sidewalks in area towns. Clatterbuck and Blosser were down in the area last week, helping cut and remove trees from area roadways. 'O' Down - No Payment UNTil 2000! E _ VaIueUte e 5 Horse SIantIoao Bumper Pull $12,574.11 U/iTh pAyWENIS AS lo\V AS $12,374 11 + Tax, Title & Tag with approved credit. 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Guests will enjoy bluegrass music, food and wine. A tent and chairs enough for 100 guests will be available for the festival in case of rain. Sharp Rock Vineyard is located on the Hughes River in an unspoiled valley at the foot of Old Rag Mountain and produces wine in limited lots from carefully grown and hand-selected grapes. Admission is only $10 per person and includes wineglass, tasting, a glass of wine and snacks. Call for directions‘and or additional information, 540-987-9700. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA Twentith Annual Needlework Exhibition September 24 ~ October 10 joUbfjcb^fgigfiklm - JBUJU II ft fa tuypfjqfx^tatiorxDf OVER 200 JUDGED ENTRIES! Holiday Themes Featuring: Christmas Hanukkah Ramadan Kwanzaa Hosted by the Loudoun Museum Monday ■ Saturday 10 a.m. ■ 5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. 16 Loudoun Street SW (Historic District), Leesburg, VA (703) 777-7427 • www.loudounmuseum.org Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. CHECKING: Chardonnay grapes almost ready for harvest. Kramer From Page A1 currently lives in the cottage, never thought she would have an opportunity to live there. “I lived in the county years ago. I loved this cottage,” said Ms. Mitchell. The gathering was designed to be open and friendly, to get people out so they could come together and enjoy a sense of community, and not as a forum for political debate. Ms. Mitchell doesn’t want to take sides in this f issue, as she has mixed feelings about j£. Ms. Mitchell is,not against progress, but doesn’t want to see any part of the structure tom down. She does admit that the cottage is in disrepair, but noted that just because it is in disrepair doesn’t mean you tear it down. She also admires Kramer’s vision. However, she says “I’m sure Mr. Cole will do wonderful things” with the property. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 September 29, 1999 Citizen of the Week Paul Payne Home: Amissville Occupation: Owner, Amissville Nursery Accomplishments: In addition to staying busy with his business, Paul is an active member of the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department. He serves the department as Vice President and Chair of the Bingo Committee. Paul can be seen at the fire hall on Monday nights heading up the weekly Bingo games. He also heads up dinners at the fire hall, provides food for association meetings and headed up the Carnival Committee this year. Paul and his wife Connie have one daughter, Kaite. They are members of Amissville Baptist Church. Weekend picks Rally planned for Saturday An old-fashioned Republican Rally and dinner will be held on Saturday, Oct. 2 at 3 p.m. at Washington Volunteer Fire Department. For people who don’t want dinner, the rally program will begin around 3:45 p.m. All events other than the dinner are free. For information caU-Walter Longyear at 675-3679. June Jordan to show at gallery The Packing Shed Gallery located on Gay and Porter Streets in Washington will mark its grand opening with a special reception, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 2 and 3 from 2 to 6 p.m. The gallery features the paintings and pottery of Sperryville artist, June Jordan. Her recent summer paintings and new pottery will be on display for the first time in this show. For more information call 675-3410. Wine festival set Sharp Rock Vineyards near Sperryville will host their second annual wine festival on Saturday, Oct. 2 from noon until 5 p.m. Enjoy bluegrass music, food and wine. $10 per person includes wineglass, tasting, a glass of wine and snacks. The event will be held rain or shine. For directions and/or information call 987-9700. Achievement Night Program scheduled Oct. 1 The 4-H Achievement Night Program will be held Friday, Oct. 1 in the Rappahannock County Elementary School cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. Please bring a covered dish for the dinner prior to the program. New Honor Club members will be inducted. If you hold an office in your 4-H Club for the 1999-2000 year, try to attend for the officer installation ceremony. Also, don’t forget to wear the project pins and medals that you have won. For additional information call 675-3619. Laurel Hill will be Tour House B BY KAYE KOHLER Rappahannock News Contributing Writer , Visiting with Mary Louise Fannon was a great treat. If you’ve ever met this gentle lady, the owner of Laurel Mills Store, you will know what I mean. Have you ever been one of the lucky customers of her store who is treated to her Black-eyed Pea and Hog Jowl Soup on Jan. 1? For the past 11 years, it has become her tradition to cook up to 40 pounds of black eyed peas for her New Year’s Day soup to thank her customers and bring them wealth and health for the upcoming year. Being a store owner, she says she can look at customers and know if they are “just visiting or lost.” You can imagine what a visit to her home would be like! Her husband, Bill, fell in love with this farm, before they owned it, back in the 60’s when they lived in Culpeper. They originally decided they wanted to come to Rappahannock for fox hunting and good friends. He was very disappointed when he heard that the farm had been sold to someone else. But he called the new owner and fortunately was able to buy a portion of it after all. At that time the house, which had been built in the 30’s, was made of rock and cement and was not very attractive. The Fannons have added the age and decor that make it very inviting. They have lived there for 35 years raising their family of three children: Chet, Heather, and Beth. The railing surrounding the upstairs porch on two sides of the house came from the Waverly Hotel in Culpeper. It had been built in the 1840’s, 12 years before the railroad ran on a regular basis. When the trains did begin service, the Waverly became the regular meal stop for the train until dining cars were added to the train. When Route 29 became four lanes instead of two in Reva, the Fannon’s bought the old store, and have transformed the original wood into flooring and paneling in rooms in their home, giving it a wonderful feeling of history and age. The view of Big Battle Mountain from the front of their house is spectacular. You can almost envision the Civil War battle in action. Between their home and the mountain is a low spot that Mrs. Fannon said was often wet, so her husband decided to turn Photos courtesy of Kaye Kohler ON TOUR: Laurel Hill will be one of three houses on tour for the annual House Tour Oct. 16 and 17. it into a nesting pond for wild birds. He dug out the perimeter and created islands. On these are nesting boxes used by scores of Canada geese and wild ducks. Fox hunting is still alive on the bottom land below Laurel Hill. Polo matches take place intermittently depending on the dampness of the earth. You may recall the polo arena that was once there. They decided to close it because of the wear and tear of the horses playing at night. We, at Trinity Episcopal Church, invite you to tour Mr. and Mrs. Fannon’s home on our house tour the weekend of Oct. 16 and 17. ------- ■ WHAT A VIEW: Spectacular views abound from Laurel Hill, home of Bill and Mary Fannon. Authors James Kilpatrick and Carolyn Reeder to appear at book shop’s first anniversary 1 The Old Sperryville Bookshop, which opened in early October last year, will celebrate its first anniversary with appearances by two wellknown authors on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 2 and 3. ’ * ■» Authors James J. Kilpatrick, who is a nationally syndicated columnist, and Carolyn Reeder, who writed Jus- * torical fiction for young readers, will participate in the book shop’s first “birthday” party this coming weekend. Both authors have ties to Rappahannock County. Mr. Kilpatrick owned a home near Woodville for many years and often wrote columns about life in the country under a Scrabble dateline. These columns were collected in a book titled “The Foxes’ Union,” which the author will sign and discuss on Sunday between 1 and 2 p.m. Carolyn Reeder, whose books for young readers are set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, will be at the book shop on Saturday from 11 a.m. to noon. She is the author of six historical novels for young people, including “Shades of Gray,” which takes place during the Civil War, “Grandpa’s Mountain,” set during the 1930’s Depression, and ' “Moonshiner’s Son,” set during the Prohibition era. She will read from “Moonshiner’s Son” and sign copies of all her books. Along with her husband Jack, she has written three books on the history of Shenandoah National Park and the people who were displaced by its creation. The couple live in Washington, D.C. and have a second home in Rappahannock County. “We are delighted to have these two prominent writers with us to celebrate completion of our first year in business,” said Jim Gannon, who with his wife Joan owns and operates the book store in the old Episcopal Church on Sperryville’s historic Main Street. “We would like to thank all those in the community who have supported our new business, and, wp hope all our friends and custonlers Will stop by on the weekend so we may personally express our appreciation,” he said. The Saturday program will be especially appealing to younger readers. Birthday cake and other refresh (fames «L Kifimtriik -JTbe, lTnioii Including Grandfather s Latest Letters to Heather ments will be offered to those attending. A large selection of children’s books will be on sale at discount prices. On Sunday, Mr. Kilpatrick will read selections from “The Foxes’ Union.” Although that book is no longer in print, the Old Sperryville Bookshop has obtained a limited quantity of the final printing, which the of a ‘last-chance’ sale of these books,” Mr. Gannon commented. The Sunday program also will feature music by Lorraine Duisit, who plays the harp, from 2;30 to 4:30 p.m.> and free refreshments. The programs are open and free, and no reservations are necessary. For more information, call the book shop at 987-8444. ££ W 3 autnor will i gn . This is sort £

Church Activities Homecoming at Washington Baptist Washington Baptist Church will celebrate is annual Homecoming Day this Sunday, Oct. 3 with a special program of remembrance at 10 a.m. and worship at 11. A covered dish lunch will take place at the Washington Fire and Rescue Building immediately following the worship service. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, call the church office at 675-3336. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: John R. Pendleton Sunday School 9:45 a.m. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m., and communion Amissville Baptist Pastor: Rev. V. DeLong Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Mission Groups 7 p.m. Revival at Gid Brown Baptist Revival services will be held at Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church Oct. 11-15 at 7:30 each evening. Pastor Don McCann from Kingsport, Term, will be preaching. Special singing will be featured each evening and a nursery will be provided. Gid Brown Pastor John K. Burke extends an invitation to the public to attend. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Thursday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Dallas Smith Sunday: Adult Bible School/Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 8 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. St. Peter’s Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 andlO a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 ~Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses Sunday: Sunday: Sunday: Wednesday: Special day at bust Baptist Missionary Annual Day will be held at First Baptist Church near Washington on Sunday, Oct. 3 with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and worship service with communion at 11 a.m. The afternoon service will be held at 3 p.m. Lunch will be served at 1:30. Special guest will be The ‘Bethel Baptist Church Family from Amissville with Rev. Forrest Freeman, pastor. All are invited. Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult & Youth Fellowship 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Childrens Choir 7 p.m. County Methodist services County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Oct. 3 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Sunday: Wednesday: Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9 a.m. Children & Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. V t : IM Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Goff £econd, Fourth, Fifth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. St. Peter’s welcomes Father Jerry Pokorsky BY TODD FORTUNE Rappahannock News Staff Writer Jerry Pokorsky was working as a certified public accountant during the early 1980s. He says that at that point in his life, “I had no idea I would be a priest.” Pokorsky says that he “felt a tug” toward priesthood later on during the mid-80s. Now, more than a decade later, Father Pokorsky is serving as Rector at St. Peter’s Catholic Church just outside of Washington. He replaces Father Robert Lange, who was transferred in June to a parish in Woodbridge. Father Pokorsky says that “I’m delighted that I’m here.” Pokorsky was born and raised in Wisconsin. He attended Catholic grade school and high school, and had learned Latin by third grade. Pokorsky attended traditional mass, which uses quite a bit of Latin. He received a degree in Business from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wis. and started a career which would later be cut short by a higher calling. Becoming a priest takes about four to six years, according to Father Pokorsky. The first step is to enter seminary. To do that, one needs to be sponsored by a diocese. In seminary, the church teaches academics, prayer and social skills. Not everyone who enters seminary is guaranteed of becoming a priest, however. Father Pokorsky noted that priesthood “is not a right. Father Jerry Pokorsky Many men don’t make it.” He added that one must be called to priesthood by the bishop. Father Pokorsky received that calling, and was ordained a priest in 1990 at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington. He has served at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Arlington and Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Annandale. At Holy Spirit, Father Pokorsky worked with two other priests serving a parish with 10,000 members. Rappahannock County, by comparison, doesn’t even have 10,000 residents. Father Pokorsky referred to those churches as “Cosmopolitan,” adding that they are “catholic churches with a small ‘c’.” referring to the bigger mix of ethnic groups you get in the Washington D.C. area. One parishioner that he fondly remembers is a Vietnamese lady who spoke fluent English with a French accent. As one might expect, there are some adjustments for Father Pokorsky to make. For instance, in the city he would be constantly awakened by the sound of police, fire and ambulance sirens. Here, he was awakened one morning by a cow that had gotten out of a nearby fence and into the church parking lot. Father Pokorsky observed that his biggest adjustment has been getting use to the details of running a small parish. In the big parishes there were housekeepers, janitors and office staff, luxuries he doesn’t have at St. Peter’s. “Here, you’re it,” he says. Father Pokorsky pulls no punches about why he is here. “I’m here to proclaim the gospel with all its purity and strength,” he says. Father Pokorsky added that “People will get to know me and my ‘foibles’,” and that he hopes his new parish will endure them as he and the members of St. Peter’s get to know each other. He is aware that •» St. Peter’s has gone through a number of priests over the'last few years. He wants to assure his parishioners, however, that he hopes for a regular tour of duty here. »■ People who watch public TV may already know that Father Pokorsky appeared on “The News Hour with Jim Lehrer” two weeks ago.' He appeared as part of a group to discuss points of view for the year 2000 election. Father Pokorsky was quick to point out that he wasn’t one of their first choices, saying “They reached down into the priestly food chain.” On the subject of politics, Father Pokorsky says that ^We need candidates of principal and character.” He added that “Catholic politicians should strive to live up to the Catholic teaching, especially in regards to life issues.” He added that candidates of all religious backgrounds should strivfe to adhere to the teachings' of their respective religion. * Father Pokorsky likes football, and calls himself a “Fair weather Packers fan” and a “Fair weather Redskins fan.” He also referred to himself as a fair weather fisherman. He is co-editor of a church-related publication with a circulation of about 23,000. Norman couple attends firefighter’s reunion; Dan and Bessie Norman attended the sixth annual D.C. Firefighters reunion at the Shenandoah Valley 4-H Center on Saturday. Between 300-400 people were present. A lot of the Normans’ friends and former co-workers were in attendance. Thursday evening dinner guest of Frances and Emory Conners were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cline and Dorothy Grizzle of Fredericksburg. Debbie Norman and her sister Janet Putnam enjoyed “Girls Night Out” Friday evening. June Clark and Misty Hitt’s visitors this past week were Myrtle Falls, Richard Burke, Elsie and Margaret Dodson of Flint Hill, Jeff Wood vi lie Taylor and son, Justin of Rixeyville. On Saturday afternoon Nikki Alther and Debbie and Sadie Norman went shopping in Warrenton. Saturday evening guests of Mrs. Audra Crawford were Jim and Lillian Sykes of Culpeper. Saturday night the Die Burke family enjoyed family night with the John Suche family in Culpeper. June Clark and Misty Hitt were Sunday afternoon guest of Tim, Edie, Samantha and Robert Falls. Sunday afternoon visitors of Richard and Rena Burke were John , Nina and Eric Norman of Washington, and Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke. Sadie Norman had dinner Saturday evening with Tim, Debbie and Corey Norman. On Wednesday Richard and Rena Burke went shopping in Luray and had lunch at the Alexandria Restaurant. Don’t forget the annual Woodville community picnic which is this Saturday, OoL 2, from 2:30-8:30 p.m. The grill starts at 3:30. Bring a covered dish or drink to share. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided. The Page County Ramblers will perform. rAll Woodville citizens and friends are more than welcome. The location of the picnic is on the Red Oak Mountain. News items for this column can be dropped in June’s news box located at Mary’s Little Shop or call June Clark at 987-8827 or Rena Burke at 987-8330. Thanks to each of you for supporting this effort. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray ‘Fcx>thills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs" 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) >254)937 SperryviUe Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING” U. S. 211, West SperryviUe, VA (540) 987-8235 "Mom and Dad, can you help me hang my new bird feeder now? I want lo watch them eat the seed 1 bought. I can hardly wait! The birds will be real happy with me." . “Yes, son.. .we will hang it now, but you might have to wait for the birds to find it. Just give them time They will thank you with their happy song " Some of us are like the birds. We scurry around looking for a source of spiritual food while the Creator waits patiently for us to find Him. Look around you. Churches and synagogues are wailing lo sustain you, if only you will go there and feast upon God’s Word. In Psalm 23 we read. . .“Thou prepares! a table before me in the presence of my enemies. . .surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life." 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Birthday wishes extended to G. Hockley Special happy birthday wishes go out to Graham Hackley who will be 83 years young on Thursday, Sept. 30. May God continue to bless you with many more years to come. Folks, I’m giving you plenty of notice to avoid the kitchen on Saturday, Oct. 9, by attending a Fried Country Ham Dinner at the Jefferson ton Center from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. (Posters around town show 5 p.m.) Sit down to a meal of fried country ham, boiled potatoes, green beans, “Dick’s” fried apples, biscuits, red-eye gravy, dessert, and a drink. Cost is $7.50 for adults and $4.95 for children with the proceeds going toward maintenance of the building. Don’t forget to come out to the auction at the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company which will be held on Saturday, Oct. 2, in the fire Amissville By GLENDA GUM hall. Donations are still being accepted. Please contact Jack Atkins at 937-5282, Paul Payne at 937-4954, or J.B. Carter at 937-4218. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I urge all women to have regular checkups and mammograms as directed by their doctor. Early detection is a life saver. Country Kids Playgroup will resume on Monday, Oct. 4 at the Jeffersonton Community Center. New families are welcome to join. The playgroup is a non profit group for parents/care givers and children ages infant to five. The group meets every Monday and Thursday from 10 a.m. until noon. Toys are provided. Crafts and activities are planned. Optional field trips are also planned. Minimum dues are collected to defray cost of rent. Please call Barbara Verhaalen at 3493185 for more information or directions. Happy anniversary to Carrington and Cathy Lou Smith who will celebrate 41 years of wedded bliss on Oct. 7! Happy anniversary to Curtis and Lisa Stuart whose anniversary will be Oct. 10. Happy early birthday to Kimberly Sealock who will be nine years old on Oct. 5; Haley Meade who will be a big four on Oct. 13; to Sarah Anne Faith Wilkinson who will be all of two on Oct. 14; my moth #r-ir#ftawAjBfelyn Gum, who celebratesKjpr' 77 birthday on Oct. 15 and Roger Beavers will celebrate his birthday on Oct. 20! (I hope you appreciate the fact I didn’t say you were going to be 45, Roger...) Just as owners change drivers in NASCAR, seasons change, the clocks spring forward or fall back, it’s time for a change of writers for the Amissville community news. I truly appreciate everyone who has given me a kind word, a little news, a lot of advice, or recognized my name over these last several years. However, the time has come to pass on the baton. This is my last column. If you are interested in reporting the Amissville news, please let me know. My prayers are with each and every one of you who represent our great community of Amissville. May God keep you in His tender loving care. Kaitlyn Jenkins celebrates third birthday Kaitlyn Jenkins celebrated her third birthday on Tuesday, Sept. 28. Family and friends gathered at McDonald’s in Warrenton on Saturday to celobrate the occasion. Kaitlyn is the daughter of Mark and Hollyann Jenkins of Washington and is the granddaughter of Pete and Sandra Jenkins of Flint Hill and David and Kathy Gangel of Washington. This Sunday, Oct. 3 is Homecoming at the Washington Baptist Church with worship services at 11 a.m. A covered dish luncheon will follow at the Washington Fire Hall. Invite a friend and come bring a covered dish and a dessert. Happy birthday to Tim Falls of Woodville who will have his day on Wednesday, Oct. 6. Washington By RUTH CLARK 675*3608 Visitors on Sunday evening of Mrs. Sarah Brown and daughters, Amanda and Bobbie Jo were Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Beatty and son Robbie of Front Royal, Margo Haynes and Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. On Thursday Mrs. Sarah Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo had dinner with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Charles Clark of Manassas was a Thursday visitor of the Clarks. Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill visited her mother, Mrs. Addie Keyser on Sunday and they enjoyed a ride on the Skyline Drive. Best wishes to Jeff and Jean Butler who have a wedding anniversary on Friday, Oct. 1. My husband Edward and I will celebrate 53 years of marriage on Tuesday, Oct. 5. On Saturday Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz joined Mrs. Alyson Sengstack and sons, Eric and Jason in Centreville and they had dinner at the Red Lobster Restaurant in Manassas for Eric’s 16 birthday. Frank Moffett has returned home after visiting with his son-in-law and daughter Brian and Holly Frutschle in Ogdon, Utah. Saturday Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Frazier of Castleton, Mrs. Sarah Brown, Miss Amanda Brown and Mrs. Ruth Clark attended the wedding of Crystal Frazier and Jeremy Padgett in Spotsylvania with the reception in Falmouth. Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Clark of Lebanon Church were Monday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. “A man travels the world over in search of what he needs and returns home to find it. He is happiest who finds his peace in his home”, quote from Wings of Silver. Have a great week and give me a call at 675-3608 when you have an item for this column. Roy and Hilda Etheridge of Sandersville, Ga. spent the past week in the home of Mrs. Linnie Cummings and Mrs. Betty Klise. Homecoming services for the Flint Hill Baptist Church will be held on Sunday, Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. The Rev. John Divers of Cloverdale, former pastor, will deliver the message. Following the service a . covered dish dinner will follow at the fire hall. The public is welcome. Joanne Welch and -Elizabeth Welch attended a • bail party at the home of I Barbara Wayland at • Sperryville on Friday. The •party was hosted by Tammy Dwyer and Pat Giles. Bryant and Holly Welch, Emily and Katie had dinner at Copeland’s in Centreville on Saturday. I i Allison Lillard of Manassas was a Sunday visitor of her grandmother, Mrs. Edna Lillard and they attended Homecoming services at the' Flint Hill United Methodist Church. ’The Flint Hill United • Methodist Church has wor Playgroup to resume z X Country Kids Playgroup will resume on Monday, Oct. 4 • at the Jeffersonton Community Center. New families are welcome to join. The playgroup is a nonprofit group for parents/care givers and 1 children ages infant to five. It meets every Monday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. Tbys are provided. Crafts and activities are planned. Optional field trips are also planned. Minimum dues are collected to defray cost of rent. Call Barbara Verhaalen at 349-3185 for more information or directions. _ Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. Flint Hill residents travel ship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Give me a call should you have news to include in this column. Marriage Licenses The following marriage licenses were issued recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Brian Lee Dodson, Sperryville and Amy Gale Grigsby, Sperryville. Reed Green Gillespie, Sperryville and Cathy Wingfield Bigelow, Sperryville. Simon Philip Douglas Pound, Washington and Kristine Mary Buntin, Washington. Chain Saw Safety Awareness Month-October Pullen's Tractor Celebrates By Giving Away a FREE Model 136 Chain Saw! Tough Name. Tough Equipment™ Prices, products, promotions, offers and financing may vary by dealer 01999 HFG ★Art for illustrative purposes only www.husqvarna.com I 5 I 33 Ki\r\ \ illr Kd. ( lllpi'l H'l V.\ 2270 I (540) 020 0003 TOI L KKEE (OOOl 040 0003 PULLEN S TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT 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.. fhKX) South Main Street, 3rd Floor Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION 1 /*roi'iding \H<>r(lal)lc, Onalilx l.cgal Sen’ices Since 1075 % Upcoming Events Auction planned at Amissville The Amissville Volunteer Fire end Rescue Company Inc. will host an auction on Oct. 2 at the fire hall. Please call Paul at 937-4954; J.B. at 937-4218 or Jack at 937-5282 for pickup of items. All appliances must work and fumi-; ture must be in good condition. ! Atkins to host gathering Jackson District voters are cordially invited to an informal gathering for Jack Atkins for Supervisor on Sunday,' Oct. 10 from 1 until 4 p.m. at the Amissville fire station. Hot dogs, drinks and cookies will be provided. Residents are encouraged to come out, meet and talk with the candidate. Poetry reading at The Library Dr. Martin Galvin of Chevy Chase, Md., poet, teacher and writer, will read his poetry at the second Friday night program at the Rappahannock County Library, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m.: “Poems in their Making: A Reading and Discussion." Dr. Galvin and his wife Theresa have frequently visited the county. Fundraiser planned A spaghetti dinner fundraiser for John Woodward, candidate for Sheriff, will be held Saturday, Oct. 9 at 5 p.m. at the Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Company. The dinner will be given by Friends of Woodward for Sheriff. Donations may be sent to 482 Castleton Ford Road, Castleton, Va. 22716. Call 937-3076 if you would like to help with the dinner, if you need signs or bumper stickers. Berry family reunion set The James Adrian and Bertha Ellen Clark Berry family reunion will be held Sunday, Oct. 3 at the Rappahannock Park. Family and friends are welcome. “Please bring a covered dish and join us for lunch at 1 p.m.,” said a family spokesperson. Potluck picnic in the park An old-fashioned community picnic will be held from 3 p.m. to dark on Monday, Oct. 11 at the Rappahannock Park on US 211 across the highway from the Town of Washington. Meredith Gorfein, Raroahannock resident and candidate for the Virginia Hqne of Delegates from this district, will be the picnic’s guift of honor. The picnic (to be held rain or shine) is sponsored by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee, and all Rappahannock residents are invited to attend. Families are encouraged to bring children. Meredith is looking forward to meeting informally with voters and their families and to exchanging ideas about issues in the upcoming November election. Musical entertainment will be provided by David Clanagan. And Cooter’s Ben Jones has said he plans to drop by. Soft drinks, cider and coffee will be provided. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish of their choice to share with their neighbors. Gorfein to speak Meredith Gorfein, Democratic candidate for the 31st District seat in the Virginia House of Delegates, will be speaking on environmental issues at the courthouse in Washington on Friday, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m.t At that time she will also make an announcement of a gift she is giving to the Tbwn of Washington. Girls softball clinic set Rappahannock Girls Little League Softball Coaches Susan Payne and Paul Gall will be conducting a fall softball program which will consist of fundamental skill development and drills for girls born from Aug. 1, 1987 to July 31, 1993. The clinic will be held four consecutive Saturdays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 1 to 3 p.m. behind the Mountainside Market in Sperryville. Registration is free for any girl that played Little League this past year and $10 for newcomers payable at the first session. Any girl intending to play Little League this spring is strongly encouraged to attend. Anyone with questions should call Paul Gall evenings, 937-5048, daytime 540-477-6227 or Susan Payne, 9878090, evenings. Homeschooling families to meet Homeschooling families will be meeting at the Rappahannock Park pavilion on Friday, Oct. 8 at 2 p.m. to share curriculum ideas and to organize field trips and group opportunities for this school year. Bring your suggestions and exciting materials to display to help guide new home-schooling families who have questions. To be put on the local network’s phone tree if you cannot attend, call Carol Lucking at 987-7204, extension 2. Real estate program planned Sandy Gudaitis, associate broker with Sam Snead Realty, will speak at the Rappahannock Library at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 7. The topic will be “Good Consumer Habits Start at Home.” Call 1-800-292-3548 to RSVP Beginners Astrology classes to meet Rappahannock Healing Arts Center will host Stella Richards, psychological astrologer, on Oct. 9 and Oct. 23 from 1-3 p.m. The focus will be on a basic and in-depth understanding of the signs, planets and aspects and will delve into chart interpretation. Instruction will be given from a psychodynamic and Jungian point of view. Call Stella to register at 804-823-2555. Friends of Sherertz to meet The public is cordially invited to meet with Larry C. Sherertz, incumbent candidate for Sheriff of Rappahannock County at an informal gathering in the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Hall from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 12. Sheriff Sherertz will be available to personally meet with attendees and discuss local issues. Refreshments will be provided. Classes at Yarn & More Quilting classes to begin Friday, Oct. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. for five consecutive Fridays. Classes will address the needs of beginner and more experienced quilters. Fabric, and supplies available at Yam & More at a ten percent discount for class participants. Weaving workshop is scheduled for Oct. 23. Learn to warp a table loom, basic weaving structures and techniques on the table loom, and a whole new “language of weaving.” You do not have to own a loom to take the class. Looms, warping boards, and thread will be available as part of the class fee. This is a two day workshop, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. If you need to begin at noon on Sunday, after church, that will be fine. Contact Yam and More at 675-1350, phone; 675-1547 fax or e-mail us at yammore@shentel.net for more information.

Additional Farm Show results BY HAZEL ZINN-DAY 4-H Program Support Technician, Senior Results from the Culpeper, Madison, Rappahannock Farm Show Swine Show are as follow: Lauren Thornhill, third place lightweight class; David Massie, third place middleweight class; Samantha Falls, third place heavyweight class; Elaine Thornhill, sixth place lightweight class and Karl Thornhill, seventh place lightweight. Senior showmanship, David Massie and Novice showmanship, Karl Thornhill. Cloverbuds showing were Caroline Massie, Elizabeth Pratt, Brooke Thorpe, Jessica Hamilton, Robert Falls and Carly Day. Rabbit show results included: Ginger Dennis, first place for rabbit and best oppo- * site mix and Devin Day, first place on rabbit and third showmanship. EVERYONE CAN SHOP THE CO-OP! We have what you need for: Lawn & Garden • Mulches • ,Soil Conditioners •^Potting Soils • Quality Grass Seed ■ (including Genesis & Rebel Supreme) • Fertilizers & Lime 1 Flowering Mums & Fall Flowering Perennials * Holland Bulbs • Trees & Shrubs 'Nr.\ Cold Hardy Pansies Are Hi 'ere! Did you know... The Warrenton co-op has a knowledgeable staff to answer your gardening & farming questions? The Farm • Large Selection of Fencing Materials • Rubbermaid Stock Tanks • Livestock Feeders • 5 Gal. Buckets of Fence & Barn Paints & Stains • Quality Pasture Seed (incluiB^ Gtretdm Blends) WARREVTON FARMERS CO-OP 143 Washington Street (Just 1 block off Rt. 29S) Store Hours: Mon. - Fri., 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 347-7100 Member of VA Nurseryman’s Association WARRENTON FARMERS' - CO-OP Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Todd Fortune Jorge Martinez plants azaleas along the sidewalk in front of Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. Memorial garden materializes BY KATHERINE BULL Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The Middle Street Memorial Garden at Trinity Episcopal Church is beginning to take shape. The allee of deciduous magnolias is in place as are masses of azaleas of several varieties. The Garden Guild has focused heavily on boxwood, as befits a 19th Century country church in Virginia, and is pleased to have procured some specimen plants of two new-tothe-trade varieties with particularly lovely form and foliage color. The guild hopes to have the bulk of the garden installed before the House w We make your healthcare decision this easy. i in MfiMimTi i '■% 'v&msmmmk-., ■* ^* -unwiri ~ m %■:<. m (Pick Culpeper Memorial Hospital. It’s the right healthcare decision for your family. We received a score of 99 from the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. And FamilyCare Home Health and Hospice scored a perfect 100. That means we’re in the top four percent of the 5,000 hospitals surveyed and in the top two percent of home health agencies that were evaluated. You can’t do much better than that. Culpeper Memorial Hospital is committed to providing the region with outstanding care, state-of-the-art facilities, and compassionate service. And now we’ve got the scores to prove it. . No matter how you slice it, Culpeper Memorial Hospital is the right choice for you and your family. It’s as easy as that. MEMORIAL HOSPITAL O Accredited with commendation T Tour, the weekend of Oct. 16 and 17. Plaudits go to noted Washington, D.C. landscape architect Florence Everts for her sensitive and appropriate design, to Louise van Dort for much of the organizing of the project, and to parishioner Susan Hager for her oversight of the entire installation. The Guild takes great pleasure not only in being able to provide a suitable setting for a charming country church, but also in contributing to what we hope; will be enjoyed by everyone as an aesthetic improvement to the most important crossing in the village. Leaders honored at dinner BY HAZEL ZINN-DAY Rappahannock News Contributing Writer The Rappahannock County 4-H Volunteer Leaders Association, met with nine members present. Following dinner, the leaders went over the upcoming 4H activities for the year which include workshops: Super Sitters an4 the Water Wizard Van, the need for new project clubs, Entomology and Electricity, The 4-H Lone Star Program, fund raising activities such as the Hackley’s Store Front Porch Pickin 50/50 raffle, the upcoming Nov. 12 Pickin’ Party at the Sperryville Fire Hall, candle and candy sale for 4-H members the end of October. Other activities include: the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department Fall Apple Festival 4-H Farm Show Exhibit booth, State Fair, 4-H Share the Fun Talent Show, Relay for Life-4-H Families, and a year end party for 4-H members. Bill Welch volunteered to be a Rappahannock County Unit Representative along with the present representative, Lisa Reid. After the training session, volunteers received polo shirts embroidered with the 4-H Cloverf . We are looking forward to a very exciting year in the Rappahannock County 4-H program. If you are interested in being a 4-H Volunteer Leader in our community, please call the Extension Office at 675-3619. Photo courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day Bill Welch, new Unit Representative enjoys the 4-H Volunteer Leaders dinner with his daughter, Elizabeth and Caroline Massie. Perm a Treat PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 COLONIAL DAY Saturday, Oct. 2.1999 ¥ 10 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. WELCOME ALL YE TO A FUN FILLED DAY OF EARLY AMERICAN "LIVING" HISTORY AT LITTLE FORK CHURCH Come out to the counuy and let us take you back in time. Enjoy Colonial demonstrations, quality crafters, music, fresh apple cider, food and lots more! Little Fork Church is the only Colonial church in Culpeper County, situated on beautiful grounds with views of the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains! LUNCH 11-1 p.m. $6 Served by Colonial Dames in "The Ordinary" Homemade Brunswick Stew • Apple Crisp • Cornbread • Tea/Coffee ENTERTAINMENT and REFRESHMENTS Fife & Drum • Revolutionary War Reenactors • Blacksinithing • Games • Stocks • Demonstrations • Crafts • Colonial Store • Confectionery ••Fresh Apple Cider • Funnel Cakes • Hot Dogs • much more DIRECTIONS: Little Fork Church is located on Route 726just off Route 229 in Rixeyville, VA. For more information call (540) 937-4306 SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338.

Obituaries Rev. Chester Pearson Resident of The Plains Rev. Chester Levi Pearson, 74, of The plains died Sept. 22 at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church. He was born Dec. 7, 1924. Rev. Pearson was a chaplain at The Plains Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department and former pastor (retired) of the Mt. Nebo Baptist Church in Marshall. Survivors include his wife, Leola d! Pearson of The Plains; two daughters Patricia Pearson of Temple Hills, Md. and Dovella M. Tolliver of Eaton Town, N.J.; six sons, Carroll Pearson of Branch, N.C.| Dwight T. Pearson of Herndon, Gregory Pearson of Alexandria, Anthony Pearson of Dale City, Bemett Pearson of Falls Church and Calvin L. Pearson of Alexandria; 27 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Viola Williams of Washington, D.C. and Mildred Fauntroy of Chantilly and three brothers, Wilbur Pearson of Washington, D C., Eugene Pearson of Wheaton, Md! and Mathew Pearson of Arlington. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday, Sept. 28 at Warner Baptist Church at Bailey’s Cross Roads with the Rev. Matthew Pearson. Interment was in Pleasant Valley Memorial Park at Annandale. Joynes Funeral Home in Warrenton was in charge of the arrangements. Carroll Frye Sperryville resident Carroll R. Frye, 81, of Sperryville died Wednesday, Sept. 22 at Beverly Health Care in Greenville, N.C. Mr. Frye was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Bertha Kilby Frye; one sister and seven brothers. Survivors include five sons, Rev. Howard R. Frye of Huntly, Carl E. Frye of Virginia, Minister Reed J. Frye of Madison, Hugh M. Frye of Greenville, N.C. and Walter E. Frye of Sperryville; one daughter, Imogene Simpson of Rochester, N.Y.; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; five daughters-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at the Nazareth Baptist Church in Boston on Monday, Sept. 27 by the Rev. Howard R. Frye of Huntly. Interment was in the family section of Nazareth Baptist Church Cemetery. W.C. Thompson Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Herman Jenkins Sr. Born in county Herman Byrd Jenkins Sr., 67, of Culpeper died Sept. 26 at Culpeper Health Care Center. He was born Jan. 28, 1932, a son of the late Robert Ray Jenkins and Ollie Rebecca Jenkins. Mr. Jenkins was known as “Bea” or “Brother” to most people. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two sisters, Lucy Martin and Audrey Jenkins and a brother-in-law, Bobby Jenkins. Survivors include one sister, Rebecca Whorton; one brother-in-law, Ed Martin; two aunts, Louise Alther and Virginia Woodard; two nephews, five nieces, six great-nephews and five great-nieces. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Sept. 29 at Found & Sons Chapel with Dr. Charles Shifflett officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. September light * BY CYNTHIA STAMPS Rappahannock News Contributing Writer September light: a lowering shaft of white yet golden sun, an atmospheric play of coolness - that lies in wait thats yet to come, it pleases to tease the morning dew upon the catails bloom an echo’s moan of all the blessed summer days that passed too soon. September’s long and slow engaging song wraps round the heart of all the meadows gold and purple slaves that wave as one enticing deeper shadows for the day and the slowly slanting sun that special September light: reflecting on all that once was new...in may.. but now a pause in warmth that cares that days grow short... a list in the ship of seasons - return to winter’s port.. the promise in a sweet breeze to savor each moment now . to stand and love this view from the ship of September’s bow.. Fall has arrived, activities abound SperryviHe By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 Faith Mountain in Sperryville will celebrate with special sales the second weekend in October as they begin their annual Apple Harvest Sale. Residents are encouraged to be a part of these activities. The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary will be holding their first Fireman’s Apple Festival on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the carnival grounds. There will be fun for the entire family including a quilt contest, an apple pie contest, a pumpkin pie contest, crafts, antique cars and lots of good food. The Sperryville Auxiliary is seeking contestants to enter their handmade quilts and homemade apple and pumpkin pies. To enter your quilts or homemade pj.ee call Charlotte Jenkins at 987-8683 before 7 pm. Please no calls after 7 p.m. The Auxiliary is also looking for craft /endors and flea market vendors. Anyone who would like to be a part of the festival or would like more information about this upcoming event may call Marsha Thompson at 987-8530 or Diane Weakley at 987-8275. Sperryville residents are invited to attend the grand opening of June Jordan’s new gallery with a special reception on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 2 and 3 from 2 to 6 p.m. June’s new gallery, The Packing Shed Gallery is located in the Town of Washington. For more information call June at 675-3410. Don’t miss the live entertainment each weekend at Cooter’s. The Cooter’s Garage Band plays on Saturday and the Page County Ramblers perform on Sunday afternoons. Also this weekend, Oct. 2 and 3 the Old Sperryville Bookshop will celebrate its first anniversary with appearances by two well-known authors, James J. Kilpatrick and Carolyn Reeder. The programs are free. For more information call Jim Gannon at the book shop at 987-8444. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 3. Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Baldwin and David were Sunday Fellowship picnic slated Members of the Forest Grove Baptist Church will host a fellowship picnic on Tuesday, Oct. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the church. A fellowship entitled ‘Meet Your Neighbor” will follow. All members of the church as well as the community at large are invited to attend this gathering. To RSVP for the picnic or those desiring more information call 937-4134. Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dodson celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary on Sept. 28. We wish the Dodsons many more. Our condolences to the Dodson family on the death of Marvin Dodson. Mrs. Kitty Gaines, who was a patient of Fauquier Hospital returned home and is doing fine. She will be staying with her sister, Hilda Gibson. Barbara Settle was a Saturday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. Tommy Frazier was a Sunday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Dodson. Happy birthday to my daughter, Mrs. Helen Edwards of Manassas who will celebrate her birthday on Oct. 6. lJnij2izincj by Randy Minter FOR ALL ETERNITY We sometimes awaken from sleep with the desire to continue dreaming rather than face a harsher reality. In a sense, it is good we regard immortality with much of the hazy recollection with which we regard dreams. If we were to clearly recall the ethereal mists from which we first sprang upon the earth, we might be far more eager to return to the relative calm of eternal life. As Madame de Stael said: “Divine wisdom, intending to detain us some time on earth, has done well to cover with a veil the prospect of the life to come; for if our sight could clearly distinguish the opposite bank, who would remain on this tempestuous coast of time?” Facing life with equanimity is a tall task because we are easily buffeted by all we face. Developing courage of heart and strength of mind can fortify us for the inevitable hard times. At Moser Funeral Home, we welcome folks from all backgrounds and denominations, and we design services to meet your needs. We’re at ?33 Broadview Avenue. For answers to your questions, call 347-3431. “If there were no future life, our souls would not thirst for it. '* - Jean Paul Richter evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Pullen and Ashleigh in Washington. Lester Deal was a Monday guest in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins. Guests in the Jenkins home on Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Dodson of Orange, Russell Cave of Boston, Ms. Phyllis Savory of Arlington and Mrs. Angie Baldwin. Mrs. Mae Dodson, Mrs. Angie Baldwin and Mrs. Lisa Wimer and Jessica were Thursday gusts in the Jenkins home. Mrs. Reda Fincham of Culpeper was a Tuesday guest and Mrs. Frances Corbin was a Monday evening visitor in the Jenkins home. Birthday wishes go out to Bryan Clark who celebrated his seventh birthday on Sept. 28. - I CLORE-GEEST FUNERAL HOME| The Home of Thoughtful Service" i| 5 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA I 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 I Wayne English, Manager Business & Service Directory Only $4.60 per week fora 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline October 23 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd., Culpeper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday CLEANING MAID SERVICE ResidentialCommercial 5th Anniversary VT\ discount on first cleaning Reasonable Prices Free Estimates 540-937-4247/540-937-5576 Cabinetmaker Gene Lyman Cabinetmaker Repairs • Refinishing • Restorations • Reproductions 540-987-8443 CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT . MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Service CPA Fmn Washington, Virginia (540)675-2043 CHIMNEY CLEANING (OkV $ VLolune J^lucepci Chimney Sweeping Relining OU 'paJtaHted Sewiee Fully Insured t6 "IftAM SrfurutKU Bruce Vierling (540) 675-3508 EXCAVATING BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane. Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 sGSSd Busws“‘n9 Service Truclt Mowing Water, Utility, Gravel, Sand, Dirt Landscaping Drains Lines Topsoil & Mulch Snow Removal Footers & Hauling Culverts Driveways NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL TODD BROWN FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Barb Wire, American Wire, Chain Link. Board and Electric, Split Rail fKJ.C«nrlnfi l-.-H-i.i- Mlrnvwcy rtncing Mvmmurw AMO Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-2688 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET. INC. n» Ono-SBp Stop tor compWe Horn Deconttig Service Floor Cowongs • Window Treatments Walpapec Sip Covers S Upholstery nreiilViwnh'w/ W OAMtjnAjHjw/ nmuumwmi a HHMR Rt 211 AmiwWto,VA _937-5500_ CONSTRUCTION EXCAVATING Vest's Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Truck Hauling, Ditch Digging, Culverts, Mewing, Bushnogging & Driveway Grading, Snow Removal 675-1117 LANDSCAPING Flint Hill Nursery - Offering full service lawn maintenance - Complete landscape design and Installation Free Estimates 675-1005 or 675-3150 RESTAURANT THE COUNTRY CAFE Monday-Thnday 8 am to 9 pm FridaySatudBy8amto9pm Sunday 8 am. to 3 pm 675-1066 Take out Available STORAGE J SPEKKTV1ELE STORAGE CO. Safe Handy Storage Residential Commercial Reasonable Rales 540/987-8507 SPEKHWII.l.E. VA TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONETV &. APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shadt Dealer, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool & Roper Appliances 312 North Main St., Madison (540) 948-2200 TAX PREPARATION EXCAVATING Keys Excavating & Landscaping We do it all! Free estimates Insured 540-987-9259 %-mExcavating Division of Late Quality work and satisfied customers art our #i priority Maury Sutphin (540) 675-3429 374 Ben Vimuc Rd. Fbn. Hill. VA 22627 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (S40) $47*3452 PAINTING int Spsps|,Vc VinyT siding Interior & Exterior Painting Full service, experienced Gina Johnson 540-923-4652 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville. VA 987-8555 STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storag Located 5 miles west of Warrentoii at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Sizes Available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer acess, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. (540) 341-7000 WATER TREATMENT WATER RIGHT Welter Problems? Have your water tested in your home for PH (green stains), Hardness, Iron, Rust, Stains, etc. Correct any of these problems with WATER RIGHT Treatment System Call for more information Pullen's Electric & Plumbing Also. Pumps & Waterheaters, in stock installation Class A Certified 540-675-3249 -

INDEX Rentals 001 Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condo 022. Rentals - House 033. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 044. Rentals - Mobile Home' 055. Rentals - Room 066. Rentals - Shared Housing/Roomates 077. Rentals - Townhouse 080. Rentals - Office 088. Rentals - Wanted Vacation Places 090 Vacation - Rent 095. Vacation - Sale 099 Vacation - Wanted Residential Sales 100. For Sale By Owner f11. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 144. Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes ' 166. Sales - Townhouses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Real Estate 180. Commercial - Rent 188. Commercial - Sale 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment & Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. Garaae/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 Fra* Merchandise 290 Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350 Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Comer 365 Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Misceilaneour Services 395. Services Wanted . . , Announcements 400 Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes Lafl<„ Notlc., 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals Career Education Career Education Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590. Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600. Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630. Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640. Motorcycles 645. Off-Road/Unlicensed 650. Parts/Accessories 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. Vehicles Wanted Employment I General .Classified Legal Notices Real Estate Rentals/ Sales Automotive Use... Directory Tin- Soiikc i i'ok Hisini-ssks. Sihvr i s and I*Koi icssinNAiJs. \i>if* NORTHERN VIRGINIA Community Newspapers f\/L New Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. By Phone: Loudoun 703-777-1110, Loudoun 703-689-1260 Metro 703-444-4480 Fauquier 540-347-4222 540-349-9577 Clarke 1-800-339-6267 Rappahannock 1-800-8524797 By Fax: 703-689-1278 By Web: http://www.tinnespapers.com By Mail: Times Community Newspapers Classified Department, P.0. Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20176-3013 In Person: Stop by our offices located at: Loudoun Times-Mirror 9 East Market St., Leesburg, Virginia Eastern Loudoun Times 101 East Holly Ave., Suite 7 Sterling, Virginia Fairfax County Office 1760 Reston Parkway, Suite 411 Reston, Virginia Fauquier Times-Democrat 39 Culpeper St., Warrenton, Virginia Clarke Times-Courier 16 West Main St., Berryville, Virginia Rappahannock News Rappahannock News Building Washington, Virginia Employment Classified 4:00 p.m. Monday General Classified 6:00 p.m. Monday Legal Notices 5:00 p.m. Friday Your Community Directory 12 Noon Friday Horse & Farm Directory 1:00 p.m. Monday OPTORTUNTY All real estate advertising herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations, or discrimination. Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline 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. AH errors must be reported by 3:00p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times wiH 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 | | [ j [" 22 Bwitalt Houtn Seeking house for $250 - $300/mo. Inside/outside plumbing okay. Need by Oct. 15th. 540-9878340 ask for Jean. V_y NEAR LITTLE WASHINGTON. Lrg. Room w/ storage and house privileges. $300/ month 540-675-1867 ROOM TO RENT $400 +, short term ok, sec. dep. & refs req, W/D, A/C avl, Rappahannock Co. 540-987-8248 DEER AND small game hunting in NV. Call 703670-9783 or e-mail www.nsa-inc.com V_ J MODULAR HOME, Ranch, 26x60, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large utility room, island kitchen, stove, refrigerator and dishwasher. Carpeting, baseboard heat, equipped for ceiling air conditioning. Designer shingles. 10-year structural warranty. Set up on your foundation for only $59,995. Carl Frye’s Mobile Home Sales, 540-665-0501. 1999 CASTLE. 28 X 56. 3 BR. 2 BA, fireplace, dishwasher, thermopane windows, skylight and central air. Set up in nice mobile home park in Front Royal area. $2,700 down, $606/mo. Carl Frye’s Mobile Home Sales. 540-665-0501 YEAR 2000 SECTIONAL home, 28X48, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, garden tub, plush carpet, dormer and guttering. Total gas, with vinyl siding and shingled roof. $1,775 down, payments $397/month. Carl Frye’s Mobile Home Sales SMALL FAMILY GROUP looking for hunting land to lease in surrounding -areas. 540-439-2693 leave message. 7 FOOT WOODS Bushog. $425. Call 540-253-5606 *; Yard SALE BIG YARD w/home made good items, Sat 10/2 oam-Until at 98 Resettlement Rd, Flint Hit VA, lots of good stuff a' good prices. GET CASH!!!!!! Half Price YARD SALES Call Now!!!! YARD SALE. Friday & Saturday, October 1 & 2, 8 am- NO EARLY BIRDS Just moved. Lots of great stuff 29S, 1 Vi miles past Opal. Left on Rt. 633 (Covington's Comer Rd.), immediate right on Weaverville Rd., First house on right. Cancelled if raining. 248 Lawn tk KUBOTAS New & Used Parts All Types of Service on Murray, MTD & Kubota Lawn & Garden Equipmenl PULLEN’S TRACTOR Culpeper 829-0893 r \ om- Building Materials V_ NEW STEEL BUILDING in Crate. 40x22 was $5,880 now $2,830. Must Sell! 1-800-2920111. CONTEMPORY GLASS DINING room table, 4 uphol. chairs, exc. cond. $425. Cannondale bike R300, 56cm, like new, $350. 540547-2428. REDSKIN TICKETS Season tickets (Any game, 1 pair) 540-9374520. 1993 WHITFIELD PELLET stove FP insert, Advantage ll-T, looks & works like new w/ acess. $1,000. 540349-0004. WANTED TO BUY Good quality wild Ginseng, top prices paidd. 540948-4787. -> 273 Pat. i.-> POINTER/ ENGLISH pups: Reg., exc. bloodlines, 11 wks; shots & wormed. Health guaranteed. 540-364-1322. BARN HOMES NEEDED lor shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut. 703-2950678 FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 LOVABLE 1 YR. old male Boarder Collie/Collie mix, free to good home with lost of room to run (preferably a farm). 540-439-0023 ROOSTERS: GIVEAWAY, you pickup) Free! 540-987-8975. V_J YELLOW Lab, M, neutered, spots on tongue. “Raj”. Missing from WoodviHe area since 5/26/99. $500 Reward 540-987-3182. V EARLY'S CARPETING The one-slop shop lor complete Home Docontinf Service Root Coverings • Window Treatments *hMpycn Sly Covm Sl Upft itonry Residential A Commerical Kt ill Arajwrf i. VA 937-5500 375 Horn* Healthcare Registered Nurse seeking private duty position. Please submit written inquiries to: P.0. Box 429 Washington, VA 22747 605 Automobiles 1994 Ford Ranger 4x4 Pickup • 4.0L V6. 5 Spd A C. XLT Bedliner. Alloys. Sharp 1994 Pontiac Grand Am SE Sedan - 2.3L, 4 Cyl., Auto, A/C, P/L, P/W, Cruise, Tilt, Local Car Chevrolet S-10 Pickup - 4 3L, V6 Auto. A C. Tahoe. Bedliner. Only 63K Miles 1991 Cadillac Seville Sedan - 4.9L, V8, Auto, Leather, P/L, P/W, Alloys, 4 New Michelin Tires Extended Warranties and Financing Available ■ Relax! Mb use Cartax Vahide History Service. SHOP ON-UNE AT www.culpeper2000.com mmm ''TVtot&v*' Rt. 29 South Your First Stop on the Culpeper Auto Mile 547-3800 BMW, 1984. 325e, sunroof, tinted windows, Pioneer stereo, JBL speakers, looks good. All maintenance records $3,000 OBO. MUST SELL! Call Thomas, 540-347-1970 after 6:30 PM. 1993 DODGE INTREPID ES, V-6, all elect., exc. cond., 84K mi., $5500. 540-347-5949. FORD 1994 TAURUS I Wagon: all pwr, 3rd. seat, exc. cond. Must sell! $7,000. Call anytime 540-347-1469 '88 SAFARI STATION Wagon - full size, very good condition, excellent for handymen, painters, plumbers, ect. $2750/obo -Call Dorn O 703-569-9656 |aDS Work Call 347-4222| 2 CRUNCH 12" SPEAKERS in custom made box. Like new. S200/FIRM Call Thomas 540-347-1970. Sport Utility CHEVY BLAZER 1994, S10 Tahoe LT, 4X4, j black, 128K miles, leather, power, CD, al- ' loy wheels, hitch, loaded. Excellent cond. $11,000. 540-349-8230. 96 CHEVY X-CAB Silverado Z71. 45K, 4wd, 5.7V8, auto, Cd, cass, all pwr, sharp, clean. $18,900. 703-455-0502. / :1 Auctions >- ___) Auction Personal Property and Real Estate of Raymond M. Johnson, 19 Red Oak Mountain R<L, Woodville, VA Sat, Oct 2, beginning at 10 a.m. on site Mr. Johnson has moved from his home and is offering his real estate, the old Woodville Schoolhouse and virtually all of his personal property at this time. He is a wellknown, very popular, figure in Rappahannock County, where the Johnson family has been established for many generations. You are invited to this fine auction taking place out in the country with breathtaking views-come enjoy the day! His complete household Personal Property will sell: ANTIQUE FURNITURE, inc of special local interest a drop leaf table crafted by William Johnson III c. 1840 on Red Oak, plus other oak, walnut, mahogany, wicker pieces; Stoneware and lots of other interesting country collectibles (ironware, spool cabinet, US saddle bags, glass, sterling, milk bottles, etc., etc.); Ford 8N tractor and other tools and equipment; AND LOTS MORE!!! REAL ESTATE: Offered at 12 noon: Two lots or parcels of land containing 1.568 +/- acres, more or less, belonging to Raymond M. Johnson, 19 Red Oak Mountain Rd., Woodville, Stonewall Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, VA, and recorded among the land records in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, VA in deed book 75 at page 483 and deed book 80 at page 433, Tax Maps 49A-1-31 and 49A-1-31A. Auctioneer assumes that all bidders have inspected property to their satisfaction PRIOR to bidding and have read and understand the terms and conditions of auction provided. NOTE: $10,000.00 cash deposit required day of sale. Settlement in 30 days Other terms apply All bidding rights reserved by seller. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Any potential bidder desiring to conduct lead-based paint tests prior to sale date will be permitted to do so at his/her expense BE PREPARED TO BID. For complete bidding package and terms, call, write, or E-mail auction company. DIRECTIONS. From Culpeper, Uke Rt. 522 North approximately 14.6 miles to a right onto Rt. 618 (Red Oak Mountain Road) in Woodville. Auction will be straight ahead. From Sperryville. lake Rt. 522 South to Woodville and turn left on Rt 618. Watch for signs. Adjacent church parking and possible field parking may be available. PAYMENT TERMS for personal property: Cash or good check w/lD - NO BUYER S PREMIUM. Food and facilities available Bill Pavne Auctions. Inc. A. po- Box 178 • Amissville, VA 20106 ^ ” (540) 937-4142 VA. AFtsso mnw.bpauctons.com E-mail: bpa0tdalwave.net Legal Notices J VIRGINIA: ,d IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY ” In the matter of the adoption of a child to be known BRITANNY CATHERINE SOAPER (Birth Certificate Number 1994-01067 registered in the State of Maryland) by « STEVEN AND JACQUELINE SOAPER CHANCERY NO.: CA99-3 ‘ ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the above-styled cause is to bring about the adoption of an infant, Brittany Catherine Ruffner, by the Petitioners, Jacqueline Soapfer, grandmother of the child, and Steven Soaper, tyer husband, the child having been placed in the custody of the Petitioners by the birth father, James R. Runner, Jr., in September, 1995. It appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that the birth mother is not a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia and that her last known address is in the State of Maryland, it is therefore ORDERED that the birth mother, Jennifer K. Barron, appear before this Court on or before the 8th day'of November, 1999, and do what is necessary to protect her interest in this matter. And it is further ORDERED that this .Order be published once a week for four successive weeks in The Rappahannock News, a newspaper published in and having general circulation in Rappahannock County, Virginia ENTERED this 13th days of September, 1999 r Carleton Penn t JUDGE Designate j I ASK FOR THIS: i Monica J. Chemin, Esq. Counsel for Petitioners 114 North West Street Post Office Box 1221 Culpeper, Virginia 22701 (540) 825-2363 (540) 825-2379 - fax , VSB #: 29007 A COPY TESTE: Diane Bruce, Clerk By: M. Ralph Dep Clerk f 9-15, 9-22, 9-29,10-6-99 #277964 ’ •v r More Of What You’re Looking For! 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EMPLOYMENT 545 Full Time Employment ADMIN. ASSISTANT FT, knowledge of Windows required. Good starting salary. {lease call for interview 540347-9125 , ext. 558 800-947-7166 "ASST. CHEF WAITER WAITRESS DISHWASHER Napoleon’s is now hiring enthusiastic, team players. Excellent compensation for right individuals. Apply in person. [ NArOLEON-3 I 67 Waterloo St. ». Warrenton, Va. » (540) 347-4300 * Back ^ Waiter Part-time #8/hr plus tips The Ashby Ltm “540-592-3900 Carpenter Helpers — & Laborers needed in Haymarket area. Transportation a must. Please leave message ,540-635-6447. HARRIS TRUCKING CO. CHANGE YOUR DIRECTION... JOIN OUR : FAMILY TRADITION "Earn up to 35c/mile ‘Safety Bonus & Awards ‘Layover and Stop Off Pay ‘Company Pays for Health/Life Insurance *2 Weeks Vac. / 6 Paid Holidays ‘401k/ Profit Sharing ‘Passenger Program / Assigned Equip. ‘Satellite Communications ‘Tuition Reimbursement Available ‘Home Most Weekends Come Grow With Us Harris Trucking Company 800-929-5003 www.harristrk.com HELP NEEDED FOR SMALL PRIVATE BARN Duties include feed turnout, stall cleaning, possibility of some riding, must have own transportation, 4-6 day a week. 540-347-4396 KITCHEN & RESTAURANT: Positions available, FT/PT permanent schedule. $7-$1o per hour with experience. Benefits & bonuses. Spitony’s Pizza 540-347-9669 LABORER Chimney repair company has immediate opening for laborer to assist in repair & installation. Masonry skills a plus, however employer will train. Starting pay range $8.00 to $10.0 per hr. Warrenton, VA Call 540-347-1187 1-800-545-6607 NURSERY WORKERS Immediate openings for full/part time for 4-6 weeks. Long Mountain Nursery, Washington, VA 540-675-3707 WORKING STUDENT for Dressage Farm Needed Care for 8 horses, groom, barn chores, medications and turn out. Lessons 3 days a week with upper level rider and trainer. Room and Board, small salary. Beginner lessons to teach if you are ready. Please call 540-937-3758 or 1-800-360-3831 PrintingGraphic Artist Piedmont Press & Graphics, the area’s commercial printing leader, is seeking an experienced graphic designer. Applicant needs to be highly skilled in full color design with a minimum of 2 full years experience in either QuarkXPress or PageMaker, plus through knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator. Full time, benefits include vacation, medical, dental and 401k plan. Please apply in person or by mail to: Piedmont Press & Graphics 30 South Second St Warrenton, VA 20186; by fax at 540-347-9335; or via email to ppg@piedmontpre ss.com. LIFEGUARDS YEAR ROUND All shifts needed especially daytime. Call Mariann at FAST Aquatics. (540)349-4858 Rappahannock County Public Schools is accepting applications for the following positions: • Soccer Coach • Softball Coach at RCHS. • Teacher's Aide at RCEScomputer skills required. Applicatjons may be obtained at the Rappahannock County School Board Office or by calling 540-987-8773. The Virginia Company is now hiring for the holiday season. Day, evening and weekend positions available In the retail store, call center and warehouse. Located in Old Town Warrenton. Please call 540-341-1951 or fax resume to 540-341-1953. Construction SOILS/ FIELD TECHNICIAN Immediate need for full-time SOILS FIELD TECHNICIAN to work out of our Leesburg, VA office. Must have EXPERIENCE and a vehicle. Excellent benefits and room for advancement. Please call or send resume to Paul Knighton at: Schnabel Engineering 751 Miller Drive SE, #C-1 Leesburg, VA 20175 PH: (703) 779-0773 _ Fax:(703)589-1246 WAIT STAFF WANTED At L’Auberge Provencale Country Inn in Clarke Co. Pleasant energetic person with experience preferred. FT position. Looking for a leader to assist with management. Call 540-837-1375 for appt. for interview RADIO ADVERTISING SALES WKCW is seeking an ambitious, career oriented salesperson... Media experience or sales background is preferred...Can train for radio sales...Offer Salary, commission and benefits with growing company. WKCW Attn: Denny C. O’Shea General Manager Call: 1-888-737-9529 (540) 347-1420 EOE M/F jytheon Systems Company is a ajor force on the leading-edge of chnological innovation. We are irrently seeking applicants to fill eral Secretarial Et Office Manager iitions for our Chantilly, VA location. j^ecreta ri es/Offi ce ft Managers *KFuII- ft Part-Time al candidates will perform office ninistration tasks to support senior anagement. Must have the ability to iork independently with limited uidance and possess excellent typing id word processing skills. Experience cheduling meetings, maintaining llendars, updating charts, graphs and Drts is a plus. _ pheants will be subject to a security rivestigation and must meet eligibility quire meats for access to classified 1information. Jtheon Systems Company employees yoy a comprehensive benefits gram, competitive salaries and an ?ivironment that promotes individual success. Please forward your resume to: Raytheon Systems Company, Attn: CDF, 10700 Parkridge Blvd., Ste. 410, Reston, VA 20191-5429. Fax: (703) 613-1421. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. www.rayjobs.com Raytheon DISPATCHER ASSISTANT APAC-VA, INC. now accepting applications for Dispatcher Assistant at our Manassas office. Excellent pay & benefits. For more information call Mary @ 703361-1005 or fax resume to: 1-703-3613525. EOE. Must pass required drug test. j v Restaurant WAITSTAFF Fine dining & wine service experience preferred; full and part-time positions as well as group health benefits available. Apply in person or e-mail at fhph@mnsinc.com or call 540-675-1700 and ask for John or Denise for more information. Flint Hill Public House 12 miles south of Front Royal on Route 522 in Flint Hill, VA UPSCALE AMERICAN RESTAURANT WITH EUROPEAN ACCENTS IS SEEKING SEASONED CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: CHEFS SOUS CHEF GARDE9 MANAGER ASSISTANT MANAGER BARTENDERS WAMTSTAFF EXPERIENCED INQUIRIES ONLY SMOKE « DKVG FREE ENVIRONMENT I4TH STREET BISTRO 101 W. 14TH STREET FRONT ROYAL, VA 22630 540-636-8403 IMMEDIATE OPENINGS WORKING WAREHOUSE FOREMAN & WAREHOUSE/DEUVERY PERSONNEL Immediate full-time opening available for dependable individuals seeking opportunity with established growing agribusiness retail operation. Excellent opportunity to grow with a quality organization. Applicants must possess valid driver’s license and good driving record. Must be able to consistently lift 50 lbs. Experience in w&rehouse/receiving and agricultural background helpful. Must be bondable. • We offer a complete benefits package which includes: <r 100% Company Paid Pension Plan * Health Insurance * 401 (k) Plan ☆ Life & Disability Insurance * Paid Vacation ir Sick Leave * Paid Holidays ☆ Employee Purchase Discount <r Employee Incentive Program ☆ Uniform Program Available • Apply in person MARSHALL FARMERS’ CO-OP Main Street (Route 55) - Marshall, Virginia INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1- 9:30AM -12:00 Noon FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL ■ 825-2200, EXT. 329_ CUSTOMER SERVICE/ WAREHOUSE & DELIVERY PERSONNEL NEEDED IMMEDIATELY Immediate full-time openings available for dependable individuals seeking opportunity with established growing agribusiness retail operation. Excellent opportunity to grow with a quality organization. Applicants must possess valid driver’s license and good driving record. Must be able to consistently lift 50 lbs. Agricultural background helpful. We offer a complete benefits package which includes: ☆ 100% Company Paid Pension Plan ☆ 401(k) Plan ☆ Paid Vacation ■to Paid Holidays ☆ Employee Incentive Program ☆ Health Insurance ☆ Life & Disability Insurance ☆ Sick Leave ☆ Employee Purchase Discount ☆Uniform Program Available Apply in person WARRENTON FARMERS’ CO-OP 143 Washington Street - Warrenton, VA WALK IN OR CALL 825-2200, EXT. 329, TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT United States Census 2000 * U.s The Bureau of the Census is recruiting for the following positions in the FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA area. (Area of Consideration: Caroline, Clarke, Culpeper, Frederick, King George, Lousia, Madison, Orange, Page, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Spotsylvania and Warren Counties and the Cities of Fredericksburg and Winchester, Virginia) POSITION: Hourly Pay: Automation Technician $13.00 Most Positions will be available in the late-Summer or early-Fall of 1999. These positions are temporary, not to exceed Summer 2000. Job qualifications include: ability to supervise or manage work assignments and priorities, conduct individual and group training sessions, monitor progress and completed work assignment, analyze progress of operations using computerized summaries of operations, and take corrective action. The ability to perform troubleshooting in the Windows 95 environment. Ability to identify and solve problems or communicate the problems to an off site center for resolution. Have a working knowledge of Windows 95, PO Operating Systems technical terms; software packages such as data base, spread sheet and word processing packages, and interoffice local area networking. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Positions may require a week training session in Charlotte, NC. All candidates must have a valid drivers licenses and use of an automobile, be cleared through a FBI background check, pass a written general skill test. All applicants must be a resident of the counties/cities listed above and the sate In which you work. Must complete an application and qualification statement. , Application Instructions: Call Toll Free 1-877-344-6493, Prompt #1. then Prompt #2, or 704-344-6385 for application instruction and information by October 18th, 1999 between the hours of 8:00 AM & 5 PM, Monday thru Friday. Ask for Bob Gabbard or John Davis, Census Recruiters. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census is an Equal Opportunity Employer Anniversary wishes extended to Hitt couple We extend belated wedding anniversary wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Hitt of “Cypress Knoll” who celebrated their day on Wednesday and may our Lord bless them with many more years together if He doesn’t return. Marc Dodson, a student at James Madison University spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dodson of Salem Way. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Robinson and family motored to Florida over the weekend to carry Mr. Robinson’s mother, Mrs. Mae Ballzegar back to her home in Edgewater, after a two weeks visit here. Cub master Joe Peregory and daughter, Jennifer of Castleton Ford Road attended Family Scout Camp at Camp Rock Enon near Gore on Saturday. On Sunday they motored to Maryland to attend the Keebler Company picnic. Belated birthday wishes go out to John Dodson who celebrated his day on Friday and Mrs. Joe Peregory who added another year on Friday also. Joseph Peregory reached his 14th on Sunday. Sympathy is extended to the family of Mr. Carrol Frye who passed away last Wednesday in Beverly Health Care, Greenville, N.C. and was laid to rest in Nazareth Baptist Church Cemetery on Monday. Christopher Frazier of Turkey Ridge and his aunt, Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville BOSTON Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987*8862 were Friday afternoon guests of Miss Brenda Frazier and her mother in Culpeper and en route home called on Mrs. Eunice Meade of Hash Lane. Mrs. Atkins was a Friday overnight guest of the Fraziers. Prayers are coveted for Mrs. Hilda Lillard Marshall, who is a patient in Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal following surgery as a result of a broken hip. Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg and family of Culpeper were guests Saturday evening of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory and family. Friday afternoon guests of the Peregorys were Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby and family. One of the largest groups in some time gathered at the Salem Fire Hall on Friday evening for their “Singing and Pickin’’ party. Plans are already underway for the October party, scheduled for the 29th. Have a great weekend and give me a call with your news. Orchestra opens Oct. 3 at 8 p.m. On Sunday, Oct. 3 at 8 p.m., the renown Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra and featured vocalist, Nancy Knorr will perform on the stage at Culpeper County High School. This is the opening event for the 30th gala anniversary season of the Community Concert Association of this six-county area. By arriving early new subscribers may join at the door for only $33. This includes four additional concerts in Culpeper, plus eight in Manassas and Fairfax. Tickets for individual concerts are not available. For more information call Helen Ziemer at 937-5450. NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT TOWN OF WASHINGTON WATER SERVICE ORDINANCE Kindly take notice that the Town of Washington Town Council will hold at its next regular meeting on October 13, 1999 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall, Town of Washington, Virginia, a public hearing on the advisability of adopting the proposed Town of Washington Water Service Ordinance including any amendments thereto. A copy of a full text of the ordinance is on file at the Town Hall as well as the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County and is available for inspection during normal business hours. The general objects of the ordinance are to establish a water service ordinance for the town including, among other things, minimum monthly charges, usage charges, tap fees, procedures for awarding or obtaining taps or tap rights, connection fees, delinquency policies, sale of water to non-town residents and emergency rules, regulations and procedures. Please attend if you wish to present your views. Town of Washington By: John C. Bennett, Town Attorney 9/29/99- 2T You haven't seen Assisted Living until you've seen... ...Sunrise Assisted Living Providing A Home-like Quality Care Alternative for Seniors.-.Especially Frail Seniors and Those With Memory Impairments. 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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. Lyle M. Updike and others to Sunnyside Farms LLC, 61.2524 acres, Hampton District. $500,000. Joseph Miller and wife to I CALL COLDWELL BANKER Recently Renovated 4 BR, 2 BA house in the historic village of Washington, VA. Architect designed addition on the rear of this lovely home is full of light and delightful spaces, .especially the huge family room with solid mahogany floors. Slightly out of town, yet close enough to walk to churches, restaurants or the theatre. $345,000 Don't Be Deceived by the outside of this charming cottage located a short stroll from the Inn at Little Washington. Completely renovated with hardwood floors, a lovely cathedral ceiling and lots of light with living room and kitchen. The inside has been totally done over from floors to ceilings. Redently reduced to $99,500. Please call today for a FREE market analysis of your property. The market is very active and now is an excellent opportunity to list. Purchasers welcome too!! (540) 825-3300 Philip C. Strange (540) 937 5858(H) 332 lames Madison Hwy. • Culpeper, VA 22701 coLOuieu. BANK.GR u ! wwiv.coldwc lib anker, com Ki \ \iss \\t i New house just completed across from Settle’s Store in Flint Hill. You will love the open floor plan on this spacious Ranch with covered front porch and deck off kitchen. Fully finished walk-out basement, large master suite with lots of closets. Come take a look for yourself!! It will be open Saturday Oct. 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. Please take advantage of this time to tour this brand new home on over 1 acre of land. Sandy Gudatis Associate Broker will be your host. GRI, CRS, CRB 540-635-9808 • 540-987-9336 Frank Hunter Strickler and wife, 22.4237 acres, Wakefield District. $135,000. James W. Jenkins and others to Charles R. Pilkington and wife, 36.7584 acres, Stonewall District. $85,000. & Gregory A. Clark to Robert B. Metcalfe, Trustee, .73907 acre, Stonewall District. $11,500. James R. Hendricks and wife to Merrick G. Burleson Sr. and wife, 39.917 acres, Since 1927 ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. SOUTH WALES - Owner has moved & is anxious to find a family for this fantastic 5 BR, 4.5 BA, brick front Colonial loaded with extras on 1.2 partially treed acres. Three finished levels w/4,900 finished sq. ft., walk-out basement excellent for au pair or teenage suite, skylights, stone FP, two story entrance hall, large deck, much more!! $309,500. FLINT HILL AREA - Choose a quiet homesite overlooking the Jordan River on this 42.7 mostly wooded acre. Wildlife is plentiful! Possible owner terms! $162,900. CASTLETON - Just listed. 14.2 acres of pretty meadows, hardwood trees, creek, homesite w/views of Old Rag Mt., drilled well, & 3-stall barn! $99,500. CASTLETON - 9.4 acres of pasture, trees, meandering stream, Bessie Belle Mt. views and frontage on Rt. 626. $70,575. Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 nj ■B Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 H3 HOMEBUYER'S TEST YES Past Credit Problems? Past Bankruptcy? Judgements and/or Collections? Hard To Document Income? Do You Want To Buy A Home? Have you ever been denied by another Mortgage Company in the past? Looking For A Lender Thai Helps People Get A 2nd Chance? Capitol Mortgage Bankers, Inc. I Area's Premier VA and FHA Lender A ERIC OSTRANDER fir CMB YOUR PARTNER IN SUCCESS (703) 335-3336 4 EQUAL r HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination ” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 4263500. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1800-543-8294. FOREMOST... As A Leader in Home Construction We are pleased to offer you a choice in building... you can now have FOREMOST build you a MODULAR HOME or a “CUSTOM” PMEf JZEn HOME Buy direct from a major builder& SAVE. r Do-It-Yourselfers & builders, please bring your floor plans and allow us to help design & bid on your project. SERVICE... No other company can offer you so much. At FOREMOST We Remain Focused In Providing You... • A complete catalog of home plans • Modular Homes • Panelized Home Packages That include: Engineered floor systems • Wall Panels • Roof truss(s) Custom Cabinetry Mouldings • Windows • Doors & More FOREMOST INDUSTRIES, INC. 2375 Buchanan Trail West, Greencastle, PA 17225 717-597-7166 • 717-597-5579 FAX Mon. 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 pm; Tues. - Frt, 8:30 am. - 5:00 pm Sat. 8:30 am - 3:30 pm “Just minutes off Interstate Mlf Allow us to earn your trust Hawthorne District. $570,000. Frank S. Skowronski and wife to Peter C. Skowronski, 19.175 acres, Hampton District. $74,700. Chester W. Fannon Jr. and wife to Stansfield Turner and wife, 25 acres, Jackson District. $125,000. Monday, 3 p.m. Real Estate deadline Call to reserve space 675-3338 Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office OFF AARON MOUNTAIN ROAD - 25.5 acre wooded parcel. $90,000 NEEDS FIXIN1 - Seller to do some, you finish. Sound six room and bath home on Rt. 211 in Sperryville. Highway commercial zoned. $89,000 PARK BOUNDARY and Broad Hollow Stream are features of these 10.1 wooded acres. $75,000 MAIN ST., SPERRYVILLE - Two bedroom home, eat-in kitchen, bath, central heat. $65,000 James W. Leake 987-8236 Bud Corder • John Eubank 675-3291 ^ 987-8146 RECYCLE WHAT A BUY! 25 acres, mature woods, 2 streams on private road. Adjoining parcels cannot be divided. 14 miles west of Warrenton. Numerous building sites. Drainfield approved. Forestry management plan on file for “land use” taxes. Priced under appraisal at $89,000. m The Buyer's Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 butchz@summit.net HISTORIC FARM: 1851. 3 BR home on 79 beautiful acres, i Once home of Mosby Raider. Much original woodwork & hard- j ware. Corner stone w/builder’s initials 8c date. 2 massive chimneys serve 6 FPs. English bsmt., workshop, modern amenities, large eatin kit., ample closet space, wraparound deck. $384,000 HARD TO FIND PROPERTY! 38 acres set w ell off the road 8c accessed by charming driveway. Varied woodland with strong creek along one border. Beautiful building site with no neighbors in sight. $120,000 ENTERTAINER’S DELIGHT: Exceptionally large brick home offers superb space both upstairs 8c down. LR/DR/Den combination, private office, eat-in kit. 8c 2 RRs on 1st floor. 2 BRs 8c full serving kit. off lower lvl. FR for informal parties or use as sep. quarters. Deck w/hot tub, rock 8c flower gardens, pond, mountain views, 4 stall stable 8c board fencing on all 7+ acres. $325,000 THORNTON RIVER: runs by this classic Farmhouse. Very charming w/large town lot, walk to Post Office, country store or get a bite to eat. Victorian decor, screen porch, large deck, front porch 8c private backyard. $134,900 Real Estate III 2lM li.u St. I lie l lu-.iui UuiUlmu W.ishirvgnni, \'m>ini.i / -uiml: ir.l'"irosshiik.net 675-1373 Rii'k Kohler ‘>.*7 M4<> \m\ sIo.uk ‘)«S S6oN Mll/U \iilin;1 ft75 .vSro 03 £> We are pleased to announce that Sandy Gudaitis of Flint Hill has joined our office as an Associate Broker. Sandy has been in the real estate business since the late 1970's and has held a Broker's License in four states. An educational advocate for buyer's rights in the marketplace, she has worked as an Exclusive Buyer Representative for the past ten years. Some of you might recognize Sandy as the office advisor for the Virginia Farm Bureau in Rappahannock and Warren County. On Thursday night, October 7th at 7:00 p.m. Sanay will speak at the Rappahannock Library. The topic will be "Good Consumer Habits Start at Home." She promises an evening of enlightened insight into the real estate market and how it applies to buyers. If you are thinking of buying, selling or just wanting to know more about the real estate world come and bring your questions. Call 1-800-292-3548 to RSPV or just show up at the door. All are welcome.