Rappahannock News, December 15, 1999

8.00 E BROAD bT RICHMOND VA 23219-1905 ’C )C . ^ ■■ M k'4.' . , „ -tt* br TT.TT ~jr it “ vf—n—tr—tr rr— t~ v X 122nd Year... No. 50 Phone (540)675-3338 Rappahannock .Coiinty s Family Newspaper Since 18771 www.timespapers. 5* '► ty 4-. „/£f WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15,1999 ^fcrr.V Rapp Briefs Historical Society to move its offices I, The Rappahannock Historical f Society is vacating its ■ headquarters on Gay Street temporarily and moving its offices ' on Dec. 17 to the Old Washington School at 567 Mount Salem Avenue. The society’s offices will be closed Dec. 16 and 17 while making the move. The temporary facilities at the Old Washington School will house the society’s research center while an addition is being put on the existing headquarters on Gay Street. That construction on the old building is to start in early January and wilt last several months. Meanwhile, the society will keep its existing hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment on weekends. The phone number will stay the same: 675-1163. The society’s offices will be open the first three days of Christmas week, Dec. 20, 21 and 22 and then will be in full swing after Christmas. Blood drive slated The Fauquier Chapter/ American Red Cross will sponsor a blood drive from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Washington fire hall on Monday, Dec. 20. For more information call 347-2550. Food Drive underway The Amissville Community Christmas Food Drive is now in progress. Sponsored by the Amissville Baptist, Amissville United Methodist and Bethel Baptist Churches and the Amissville Ruritan Club, this is a tradition that has continued in Amissville for nearly two decades! Last year fruit baskets, poinsettias or food baskets were delivered to over 75 friends and neighbors in our area who are elderly, ill or in need of assistance. This has been a great example of the Christmas Spirit in action! If you would like to be a part of this wonderful project, please deliver your donation of food or money to one of the collection points at C&W Auto, Hackley’s Country Store, Lom-Bar-Dy, Mayhugh’s Store or any of the participating churches before Friday, Dec. 17. If you have questions please call Dorothy Hackley (AUMC) at 937-4822 or Charlie Priest (Ruritan) at 937-4072. Seeking donations The Rappahannock County Department of Social Services is again accepting donations of food and money to assist families in need. Anyone wishing to make a donation may do so at the Social Services Office located on Gay Street in Washington or mail donations to P.O. Box 87, Washington, Va. 22747. Beverly Leathers, Director, stated that “Rappahannock County has always responded very generously to ensure that our less fortunate citizens are remembered during this festive time of year.” All donations are used to assist families, children and elderly that live in Rappahannock County. “Often people donate to causes and never know how the money was used or if it had a direct impact. When you donate here you can feel assured that you have given direct assistance to brighten the holidays for someone in your community." The office is open daily from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and will close for Christmas on Dec. 22 at 4:30 Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Cherchez Lajoie! Photo courtesy of Joyce Hunt French students at Wakefield Country Day School presented a holiday program last Wednesday. Lower school French courtiers sang and danced at the WCDS French students’ Christmas assembly. See photo and story on Page A3 Members honored for dedication by Gerald Ochs Rappahannock news Special Writer Though hardly diverted from its business of education, the School Board and departing members Bryant Lee, Ron Makela, and Chairman John Tole were honored Tuesday night for their dedication, hard work, selflessness and effectiveness by an auditorium filled with school staff, community activists, and parents. In turn, Chairman Tole used the Public Comment portion of the December meeting “as a citizen” to present his perspective on Rappahannock education and to individually recognize some fifty members of the community for their contribution to the schools and the children’s well-being. In an oratory entitled “Possibilities,” Tole referred to the RCHS mural and its message, “This is a place of possibilities!,” when reminding attendees of the “important roles you and many others . . . have played, now play, and will continue to play in providing an incredible array of possibilities for our students, yourselves ... for all members of this community.” He continued by presenting his observations on the need not to let performance testing dominate the educational system, but to “allow the mind of any student . . .to boldly go to those places where our thoughts and minds have not gone to before.” He spoke of the “counter forces” that “would seek to control our schools,” and of those who “contribute nothing to the schools and have little idea of what goes on here” and wish to “bring the system down for a variety of reasons.” Reasons, Tole continued, that include the wish to “replace public education with instruction that is consistent only with their point of view,” and the desire of those who “feel that decisions are best made by small groups behind closed doors.” Dr. Tole stressed the need to promote the understanding of the process of learning, the “energetic use of the mind,” and to “provide students with a sense that most human pursuits have value, not just those in which we are personally interested” in order to help students foster logical thought processes and critical thinking, and to look beyond themselves and “achieve a balance between what goes inside and outside of ourselves.” To emphasize, he referred to'a story about Robert E. Lee who, when asked by a young mother to bless a baby, “took the infant in his arms and looked at it and then at her and slowly said, ‘Teach him he must deny himself.’” Resolution dings state on SOLs After discussing the largely nega Kramer’s building to be auctioned BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer Amidst rumors of bankruptcy and being fed up with the town of Washington, Peter Kramer will put his building on Gay Street up for sale by auction on Dec. 18 at noon. Kramer has set a minimum bid. If that bid is achieved, the building will sell on that day. The building boasts a $100,000 a year rental income, has nine commercial rental units and a loft apartment. Squashing the rumors, Kramer says “the biggest motivation is to get Case (his four year old son) a house and some land, a place for him to run and play.” Kramer is married to Elaine Kramer who runs Talk of the Town, a boutique gift shop, in the building to be auctioned. The Rappahannock News queried Mr. Kramer as to why he is holding an auction to sell his business as opposed to a real estate agency. Mr. Kramer says, “I have sold property before by auction. I like it as a marketing tool. It’s a true representation of the market that day. It’s the way stock and bonds are sold everyday. The process is misunderstood. It’s used to settle estates. It’s used as a way to move properties through ports. People are afraid of it.” “There are up front expenses to having an auction that may not be recouped if the thing doesn’t sell. Real estate agents just want the listing and don’t work for the sale. I have seen it happen a number of times. They don’t get sold. They don’t get shown. They don’t get advertised a lot of times. (The auction) is the most See KRAMER, Page A8 tive comments about Standards of Learning tests and school accreditation voiced by various school administrations at public hearings around Virginia, the Board reviewed its draft resolution entitled “School Performance Report Card and Accreditation Formula Resolution.” In this resolution, the School Board voices its concern about the SOL and accreditation process and resolves “that the Rappahannock School Board rejects the state’s school performance report card and associated accreditation formula and encourages the State Board of Education to immediately correct the current school performance report card and See BOARD, Page A8 Council previews Fourth of July BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Washington’s Fourth of July celebration for the year 2000 could be in trouble. According to the Town’s Fourth of July committee chair, Charlie Tompkins, and co-chair, Ellen Manson, the event is facing a variety of difficulties, from waning public interest to competition from newer events in nearby towns like Culpeper and Warrenton. Tompkins also expressed Some anxiety because of the lack of volunteers. Meeting attendees shared various and sometimes opposing views for improving the celebration. Suggestions included delaying the start of celebrations until evening and focusing on high quality food and wine vendors, increasing exposure and attendance, directing the event toward Rappahannock residents only, and attracting greater attendance by engaging better known musical acts. Underlying all issues, however, is the need for more volunteers, both to plan and run the Fourth of July activities. Those interested in volunteering can contact the event’s co-sponsor, The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community at 6753193. CCLC succeeds with zoning change The Child Care and Learning Center succeeded in its quest to have the Town’s Zoning Ordinance amended to allow for the “adaptive reuse of existing structures” so that a range of uses would be permissible in all of the Town’s zoning categories, as long as a special use permit were issued. Once the Zoning Ordinance amendment passed, and it did so unanimously, the Council agreed to issue CCLC a special use permit, thus enabling the organization to use the annex building on the Old Washington School property to house the Rappahannock Family Guidance Services and the Senior Citizen Site. Mayor Stew Willis characterized the Zoning Ordinance amendment as being a “good idea—so that we can See COUNCIL, Page A8 Town Party Rappahannock News Photo/Barbara C Wayland OFFICIAL CAKE CUTTERS: Tiffany Wayland assisted Mayor Stew Willis in cutting the cake for the second annual Town Christmas Party on Sunday evening at the town hall. Following the dinner, the town tree was lit at the courthouse. • it

Nests make statement .*■' • \ " •. ' '» abou£tne*r inhabitants A bonus of winter is' discovering bird '(4ests, revealed when deciduous tfees, apd . shrubs lose their leaves'. I see nests everywhere these days while traveling county roads. Indigo Bunting nests are usually quite low — only a foot or so above the ground. They are bulky, yet neat, and are easily spotted, especially along Crest Hill Road between Flint Hill and Marshall. This road twists and turns, and since there is little or no shoulder, the vegetation grows quite close, revealing treasures that had been hidden bv thick summer foliage. Along Interstate 66, I see nests of the American goldfinches. They are usually about 6 feet from the ground and stand out against the wintry background. A goldfinch nest is a miracle of bird architecture. The high winds of Hurricane Floyd tugged the leaves from a hackberry tree outside the farmer’s market at the Archwood Green Barns near The Plains. Lee Trott and I spent our Sundays there, up to Thanksgiving. A goldfinch nest was revealed. It was skillfully woven into the outer twigs of the tree, about 6 feet from the ground. I clipped the small branch supporting the nest and brought it inside to our vendor’s stall. It was such a handsome structure that Lee and I made a display of it, along with a picture of the beautiful little finch that huilt it. The nest caught the attention of a number of visitors, who marveled at its tight construction of thistle down and grapevine bark, ajf skillfully held together with spider webbing. The cup of the nest measured 3 inches across and was 2 inches deep. So tightly woven are goldfinch nests that young birds have been known to drown in them in heavy rains — the cups actually hold water. Goldfinches nest very late in the season, for they wait for thistles to produce soft-tufted seeds — thistle down — for their nests. I began thinking, wondering even, about all the goldfinch activity that had been going on during August, only a few yards from the end of the barns, where people were constantly moving about every Sunday. We had missed it all, so concerned were we with our own business. I would like to have seen the greenish female fly in with a bill full of thistle down and settle in to weave it into her nest. Were young fledged from this nest? I don’t think so, for it is too perfect and the sides are vertical. Growing nestlings push the nest apart in their competition to get the half-digested seeds brought in by the adults. 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Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 Old Address: This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS New Address ■ The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747._ All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott off with them. When that happened, the finches immediately built another nest. When I wrote about the gift of a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher nest — another miracle of bird architecture — several months ago, George Fenwick of the American Bird Conservancy in The Plains wrote me a thoughtful and disquieting letter reminding me that it is against the law to possess a bird nest. He was right, of course. In a treaty signed with Canada in 1916, most birds were given legal protection. The treaty, updated in 1936 to include Mexico, "... prohibits the sale, purchase, taking or possession of any wild migratory birds, their parts, nests or eggs.” The legislation put an end to the slaughter of birds for their feathers that women were wearing on their hats. In some cases, the whole skinned bird was placed on top of a hat. Thousands of egrets were slaughtered to obtain their beautiful plumes. I he laws ot the treaty (it covers hunting regulations, also) were also aimed at egg collectors. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, complete sets, or “clutches,” of eggs were sought after by collectors, much as stamps are collected today. A number of ornithologists got their start by specializing in climbing trees and bringing the whole set of eggs down, where they were blown of their contents and sold to collectors. I read of one collector who brought the eggs down in his mouth! The rarer the bird, the more valuable was the complete set of eggs. I wish to thank George Fenwick for reminding me of my misdemeanor. On the other hand, I think the goldfinch nest displayed in our stall at the barns may have sparked an interest in birds that resulted in the kind of conservation ethic exemplified by George Fenwick. That was my intent and is an explanation — not an excuse. Panther Pause:,news in brief By JAN MAKELA ' Volunteer' Coordinator Public School System : ■ • The RCES Food and Supplies Drive is in full swing! There is a collection box in the lobby of RCES for any non-perishable food items or new school supplies or toys. Questions? Please call Mrs. Candace Lamma, RCES Guidance Counselor, at 9878259. The last day for collections wilf be Monday, Dec. 20. . / ' • Many thanks to all teachers and parents who supported the recent PTO F\md Raisers. Mr. Jimmy Swindler, PTO presi- ; dent, reports that the Jewelry and Poinsettia sales were very successful. We appreciate the work and cooperation of all those who supported this effort. The jewelry1 and sun hats which were donated to PTO by the Gabriele Masill Collection in Madison sold briskly as well. The money from these sales will be used to support the Art Department and the Student Calenda* ject. '■ : :■ • We appreciate the efforts- of Mr."* Swindler as well. He has spent'countless volunteer hours organizing and coordinating PTO projects this year (always with good humor and a positive spirit) and we are in his debt. Take a moment to say thanks when you see him. Special thanks as well to our other PTO officers, Mrs. Shannon Swain and Mrs. Susan McCarthy, for the numerous duties they perform. • Mrs. Kaye Kohler, Chairman of the PTO Theme Basket Silent Auction Committee, expressed gratitude for the immense success of this project as well. The baskets were beautiful and the support of our school community made this a fun and profitable activity. It is probable that this will become an annual event. • Mrs. Lynne Fournier, Band Director, is grateful for the chaperones who accompanied students to “Tuba Christmas” at the Kennedy Center on Dec. 13. This is a wonderful annual event in Washington, DC, and we are very happy that our students got to participate. Congratulations to RCHS students Eva Mills, Jason Simeon and Michael Wiese, who played in the tuba orchestra! • The RCES “Holiday Favorites” Christmas program will be on Thursday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. This will be followed by the RCES Fifth Grade Band Concert on yg| Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend both of these events. You are sure to be impressed! • Many of you are aware that author, Richard Stack, who has written a series of books about “Josh the Wonder Dog”, will be visiting RCES on Tuesday, Dec. 21. He will present two assemblies, one at 10 a.m. and one at 2 p.m. : He will have books for sale which he will I autograph, as well as other associated * items. If you would like to purchase a book in advance, and have it personalized as a gift for your child or someone else, please contact Mrs. Aney Massie, RCES Librarian, at 987-8259 as soon as possible. Mr. Stack’s hooks are on the List of Librarian’s Picks for the Accelerated Reader Program, and each has a positive message for children. The community is invited to attend either of his programs. ; * Many familiar RCES faces were seen volunteering their time' at the annual ■ Sperryville Rescue Squad’s Christmas Breakfast on Dec. 4. Second grade teacher, Mrs. Geraldine Payne, former PTO president, Mrs. Cecilia Dennis, Cafeteria Manager, Mrs. Pat Jenkins and her “cafeteria co-hort" Mrs. Shirley Frye were just a few. It is great to see so many in our school family reaching out to the community in such positive ways. • it is pleasure to have so many programs in this community which are committed to our children. Mrs. Hazel Zinn-Day, 4H Technician in Rappahannock and RCES parent, works with many of our students at all levels to provide wonderful enriching activities. Recently three RCES students had the opportunity to spend a week-end caving. Josh Makela, Jesse Palmer and < Gunnar Propst got to camp out and explore a wild cave in West Virginia complete with ' bats! They descended more than 1/4 mile into the cave and were in the cave for several hours. What a wonderful educational adventure. Thank you 4-H! • Many thanks to Mrs. Shannon Swain for her hard work and dedication in coordinating the Fall Session of CASE (the Community After School Enrichment Program). The classes were stimulating an See SCHOOLS, Page A8 I Wakefield Country Day School news BY LORI FERREIRA Rappahannock News Contributing Writer • WCDS has announced its newly elected officers for this year’s Student Government. Along with Student Government President Brittany Hammelman and Vice President Sarah Boualem A^foune, Syed Ali, Mary Arthur, Kevin Binkley, Eric Brass, Darren Braylo, Patricia Brown, Andrew Burke, Lelia Clark, Linda Memo, Betsy Murray, Andy Myers, Steve Norton, Tom O’Donahue, Neil O’Heir, Bonnie Parker, Sam Parrish, Deborah Patterson, Clayton, Deborah Colledge\ Robbie Critzer, Rajfaele DalPErta, Bryan Dame, Josh Davidson, Jason Darling, Andrea ^ Echeverria, ## Beverly Exline, j Douglas Exline, V/all of us\ ' at The Inn at Little Washington.. Timothy Fischer, Andrew - ** Fleischauer, * Edward Fletcher, Suetta i Freeman, I Roman • Frolkov, J /cm# Geiser, Laurence Gottlieb, Christopher Graves, Karol Graves, \ Olin Harris, !' Warm wishes for a happy holiday season & a delicious new millennium. James Patterson, Julie Payne, Simon Pound, Robert Renzie, Robert Riley, Gina Ringer, Max Ringer, Teri Robinson, Jesse Rogers, Heather Rossiter, Andrew Savoie, Michael Scherzberg, Charlotte Scott, Pauline Scroggins, Anne Shaheen, Robert Smith,, Dale Stirzel, Jennifer i > Rachel Hayden, Elaine Hockett, Jack Judd, Brad Kelly, Swain, Anthony Taylor; /fl/w Toftz, Norma Thorpes Matthew Kelly, Elizabeth Kiehl, Gabe King, Bill Kossler, Jenna Leach, William Lee, John Leinhardt, Frangois LePelch, Scott Little, Beth Magee, Andrea Audrey Tupper, Daniel Tupper\ Amanda Weaver; Carl Wentzel, Michael Wilcox, Mark Williams, Wishart, Walter Zarling Elizabeth Hunt, the following students will be representing their classmates. Class representatives are fourth grader Taylor Hammelman, fifth grader Taylor Miller, sixth grader Sam Beatty, seventh grader Lacey Judd, eighth grader Saagar Mehta, freshman Mandee Judd, sophomore Antonia Toth, junior Britton Wood and senior Alissa Rye. Prefects are freshman Maureen Dale, sophomore Judson Hurlbert, junior Thomas Dowell, and senior James Mumper. • WCDS has gotten “in the spirit” with many recent holiday events. Kathy Nilan^s kindergarten students recently visited Glengary Christmas Tree Farm in Amissville, where they chose a fresh trefe to be cut and displayed in their classroom. ! Our French Department delighted its audience last week with its Advent Program, “Cherchez la Joie”, directed by teachers Diane Wood and Marilene Henry, performed by French students in grades one through twelve and featuring a violin solo by Liz Williams. Fourth through sixth graders, along with teachers Lauren Wells, Aney MassieHoehn and Courtney Beeton made a visit to Lynn Cate Center in Front Royal to siijg Christmas Carols with the accompaniment of music teacher Bobbi Andes. A good time was had by all! • The Owls Boys Varsity Basketball Team will play 6t 6:30 Friday, Dec. 17, at Notre Dame. Come on out and cheer them on! ‘Evergreen, Eta 285 Rock Mills Rd. \ (540) 937-5850 the Tole Family I Choose and Cut \ or U Dig or We Dig • Sat./Sun. • Now thru Christmas 9 a.m. - dark • (other times call or catch us) * White Pine * Douglas Fir « * Blue Spruce f Directions: '211 West to first Left past QbOp - 622. Follow 622 for S miles Jo Evergreen, Etc. on Right. •, — " "

Cherchez Lajoie! French students at Wakefield Country Day School presented a program for the holiday season last Wednesday at the school’s weekly assembly. The program contained readings from Fra Giovanni’s letter of 1513 urging citizens to “Take Joy!” ' The program included a violin prelude by Handel performed by Elizabeth Williams of Flint Hill. A procession on the Three Kings accompanied by camels was followed by a performance of lower school students singing French carols and celebrating the season with a courtier dance. Upper school French students dramatized the coronation of King Charlemagne on Christmas Day in the year 800 A.D. Musical accompaniment for the program was provided by the Espinola family, Lorraine, Nicole and Evan of Washington. The program was directed by French teachers Diane Wood of Washington and Dr. Marilene Henry. Wakefield Country Day School wishes all Rappahannock citizens a joyous Noel, “Cherchez la joie!” Photo courtesy of Joyce Hunt DECKED OUT FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Nicole Espinola, WCDS fourth grader accompanies carolers. Burglaries occur in county ! On Dec. 6 at 1:23 p.m. a larceny occurred from a vehible in Castleton. The owner of the vehicle left his truck at a neighbor’s while he was away jfrom the area. When he Returned, he discovered his compact disc player and several compact discs had been ^tolen. Deputy Mark Currence is investigating. On Dec. 7 at 4:47 a.m. a door was forced open and an alarm went off at the F.T. Valley grocery store. When Deputy Connie Compton arrived, the door was slightly ajar. But no theft was detected and no suspects were found. On Dec. 7 at 10:54 a.m. an illegal dumping was reported at the Huntly drop off site on Route 522. A gray truck was illegally dumping sheet rock into the dumpster. 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On Dec. 9 at 6:10 p.m. an attempted burglary occurred on Route 630 in Huntly. A woman reported that someone came to her front door and shook the door. The suspect then went around to the back door and shook it as well. When the attempted burglar realized somebody was home, they fled the scene. The suspect was reportedly wearing jeans and a sweatshirt. An investigation is underway and Deputy Chris Williams reports that there is and will be more patrol in the area. On Dec. 10 at 8:01 a.m. damage to a dump truck was reported. The man driving the truck was making a delivery to Fodderstack Road. Just as he passed Ashtree Lane on U.S. 211, rocks were thrown at his vehicle by some kids standing in a driveway. The rocks caused the windshield to break. The driver does not want to press charges. . ■Mountainside Market Spcrryvillc. VA 987-9100 We li help you stay healthy with Echinacea/Garlic/Goldenseal Vitamin C/Oscillococcinum Call for a copy of December s menu Soups, sandwiches, salads, pizzas Free lunch delivery to Spcrryvillc 6 Washington businesses. THE PERFECT CHRISTM^CIFJ Rappahannock author-autogrJphed,!^©^^^ m The Days of Miss by Donna Parson m <# l An American Epic, 1876-1947 • $9.9SMfgly '' TMQmpleat Journal of Landon Vtcker, I!# ## by Nels Parson m't^5 § A rftespoii^lfilie days leading to American independence B&shop Authors signii|ffito;x3rt||j> j*». Saturday, Member 18th Copied may be wUrved Iwsigning. Old Sperryville Bookshop s Holiday Sale Event: Civil War Art 6 Books Just released in time for Christmas~a new print of Stuart and Mosby! v*ivu war artist uavid wrignts exciting new print brings together two of the Confederacy s greatest legendsCen. J.E.B. Stuart and John Singleton Mosby the Cray Ghost , in a striking scene from 1862 in Northern Virginia. Limited editions, only 1.200 printed. Unframed. $150. or $300 framed. Special sale prices on David Wrights Confederate Leaders prints featuring Generals Robert E. Lee. James Longstrect. Nathan Bedford Forrest and Patrick Cleburne. Dale Gallon s framed mini prints, regularly $55. on sale at $49 each while they last. These make wonderful gifts for any Civil War buff. Special CW Book Bonus! If you buy any print, get a 10 percent discount on any Civil War books in stock! Sale Dates: Now through Thursday. December 23 only. Bring this ad with you for a FREE BOOK bonus with your purchase of David Wright s Stuart 6 Mosby . Old Spcrryvillc Bookshop 6 Coffee House 44 Main Street. Spcrryvillc. VA Telephone (540) 987-8444 Open every day. now till Christmas. Library Board bids adieu to President F. Warner BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer At its last meeting of 1999, the Rappahannock Library Board of Trustees feted outgoing president Franklin Warner with farewells and an after-meeting lunch. Earlier in the meeting, Warner, whose term expires at the end of the year and who was elected to the School Board by Stonewall-Hawthome District voters, reminisced about library progress during his tenure. He noted that he was appointed to the Library Board of Trustees in 1992 and in the years since has been involved in library system and facility enhancements including development of new bylaws, budget improvements, telephone system and computer upgrades, and building and grounds improvements. He said that his board involvement “has been a pleasure for me” and recalled that when he left the county in 1943, Rappahannock did not have a library and, “even if it did I couldn’t have used it— and now I am president of the Board!” Warner suggested that he would attend the January board meeting and would officiate until the President’s Report, and would then turn the meeting over to the new board officers. The board rejected this offer, and a suggestion was made and accepted that he submit a memorandum outlining any activities in which he was involved between the December board meeting and the end of 1999. New trustees introduced President Warner introduced incoming Board of Trustees members Hallee Morgan and Peter Little. Heartfelt Thanks I would like to thank any and everyone who helped me in anyway at the time and after the fire and loss of my home. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Audra Crawford Ms. Morgan, a retired obgyn, lives in Flint Hill, has been involved in library affairs for some time, and noted that she used t^ run the library’s book sale. Mr. Little has lived in Amissville for four years, having come to the area from the Seattle, Washington area, where he was active in their library board. New Children’s Librarian selected Library Director David Shaffer reported that Jennifer Glenn has been selected as Children’s Librarian, effective Jan. 3, 2000. Ms. Glenn worked for the past two years in the Wilmington Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library. Director Shaffer thanked Joy Sloane for engaging in the children’s story time in the absence of a children’s librarian. Shaffer also reported that Brian Reardon of Blue Ridge Technologies has volunteered to provide computer assistance and Internet training at the library on Wednesday evenings. He will start after the first of the year. Holiday closings The library will close at noon on Thursday, Dec. 23, and will remain closed through the Christmas week end. It will also be closed Friday, Dec. 31 and will remain closed through the New Year’s weekend. Exhibitors damage walls The Policy Committee’s Charlotte Nichols discussed damage to the library walls caused by exhibitors, and reported on the committee’s proposal to revise ‘exhibit’ policies to deal with the problem. < The committee’s revised policy stipulates that exhibitors must use art strips provided to hang their artwork or face loss of display privileges and fines for any damage; they must hang artwork only in the presence of the library director or chair of the Buildings and Grounds Committee; and only Rappahannock residents may hang artwork in the library. The board voted unanimously to approve these revisions. Treasurer’s report Treasurer Helen Platt’s report showed income of some $76,000 and expenditures of nearly $36,225 through the end of October,1999. The Library Fund summary indicated a balance of $331,788.75 at the end of the same period. 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Shopping in the “First Washington” BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer It is hard to believe, but Rare Finds has been here since 1991. Eve Willis, an interior designer, and Stew Willis, a physicist, bought the property approximately a year before opening from a local family. Rare Finds specializes in gifts and decorative accessories. Co-owner Mr. Willis says, “We always tried to have a wide range of things as low as $10. We hope people don’t look at the expensive items first and run out the door.” The shop has expanded over the years. What used to be an apartment is now retail space. And for Christmas, the emphasis is on candles. But Mr. Willis says, “The gifts that we have all year are good gifts for Christmas.” Lady Primrose is a very nice line of toiletries the shop is now carrying. The display sits on an antique table that is for sale. If the table sells, another table comes in, and the shop has a new look. Rare Finds is located on Main Street next to The Country Cafe and post office. The store is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except on Tuesday when the shop is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cordelia and Co. When Susan McCarthy opened her boutique gift shop this past summer, she envisioned the basement as being TALK OF THE TOWN FOR CHRISTMAS: Accent on clocks to count down the new millenium and tree ornaments. a library where her customers could read and purchase books. But R.H. Ballard is occupying the space with fine art and rugs. The two met when they occupied retail space over at the Washington Antique and Fine Art Center. McCarthy says, “It’s great to have Ballard here. He was BRAND NEW: Rare Finds introduces a line of clothing by April Cornell just in time for Christmas. EVERYONE CAN SHOP THE CO-OP! Farm Supply 'tlfave /4 Safa End of the Year Savings on Your Farm Supply Needs! 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Rappahannock News Photos/Lee Coghlan FESTIVE: A snow frosted tree greets customers at Cordelia and Co. up at Rare Finds. He needed a showroom for the rugs and a larger space.” McCarthy’s shop specializes in objects from Scotland and Ireland. Right now she is featuring pottery from Ireland made by Nicholas Mosse, oversized wool throws from Ireland, and pashimina oversized scarves that are made from cashmere on silk. McCarthy enjoys working in the town and with the other merchants. She says, “We work together.” McCarthy feels like her shop is a little'far from The Inn, but Rare Finds sends people down to her all the time. Like Rare Finds, everything in the store is for sale, so the look is constantly changing. Cordelia and Co. is located at 307 Main Street and is open Wednesday through Monday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Talk of the Town Elaine Kramer, owner, says that the focus this year has been clocks, to signify the countdown to the new millennium, and handcrafted gifts. It was her husband Peter’s idea to highlight clocks and, cur rently, the shop has close to 60. For Christmas, Mrs. Kramer stocked a good amount of tree ornaments. Close to half have already been sold, but a nice selection is still available. And of all the shops in Washington, Mrs. Kramer’s has the largest selection of items for children, from puppets and books to games for children up to 14. Talk of the Town is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located on the corners of Gay and Jett Streets. Last Minute ChristmasTree Buying? Listed below are the names of a few tree sellers in the county: Evergreen Etc. Take U.S. 211 east of Sperryville. Turn right on Rock Mills Road (Route 622). The tree farm is two and a half miles down the road on the right. The phone number is 9375850. Baumgardner’s Take U.S. 211 west of Washington. Pass the Faith Mountain business office. Immediately on your right will be a sign for Baumgardner’s Christmas trees. 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The Inn contributes year round to town BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer For twelve years, The Inn at Little Washington hosted an invitation only Christmas party for residents of the Town of Washington. Last year the town decided to host their own Christmas party at the Town Hall so that more people could attend. Immediately, The Inn found another way to contribute to the community at this time of year. ' Shop with a cop ' At Christmas time, The Inn helps to sponsor a shop with a cop program that benefits underprivileged youths ana families. A child is given money to spend on presents and chaperoned by a police officer to the store. The child is able to purchase what he would like rather than receive something he or she does not want. • Besides the good will involved, this program assists in breaking down stereotypes that underprivileged youth have about the police. They are able to see the police officer as someone on their side rather than as the enemy. Other donations during the year have included $10,000 in gift certificates to various charities. At least half of that amount has stayed within the community for auctions, raffles and fund raisers. Rose Ann Sharp, director of the Child Care and Rappahannock News Photo/Lee Coghlan SPECTACULAR: The Inn at Little Washington’s Christmas tree has been moved from the f^er into what used to be the old kitchen: the new lounge. Learning Center, says, Last summer, they (The Inn) let us use their facility for a mini course called My Secret Garden. They used to sponsor the bake sale for Colonial Christmas in town and donated all the proceeds to us. Their donations probably total about $1200 a year for us.” The Inn is also the annual sponsor of the Fodderstack 10K and the Rappahannock Rough Ride. Open House to benefit Trinity Church Nearly 10 years ago, Patrick O’Connell, chef and proprietor of The Inn, hosted a tour and tea to benefit Trinity Episcopal Church. The event raised $10,000 for the church and 1000 people attended. On April 4, 2000, The Inn will repeat the performance. O’Connell recalls the first event, “We felt it would have to be on a day that we are closed, so we chose Tuesday. We were not expecting too big a turnout.” But turnout they did. The line extended all the way around the block. Although some people were discouraged by the length of the line, by the end of the day a thousand people had come through. O’Connell thinks the next open house will provide a great opportunity for people to see the changes at The Inn over the past two years. O’Connell will explain various functions of the new kitchen to people. And those attending will be able to see guest rooms and new additions such as the lounge, dining areas and the Monkey Bar. Not like Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory Contrary to popular belief, The Inn is not off limits to area residents who would like to look inside. People tour the restaurant all the time. Dessert and drinks are available. And you do not have to wear a ~§uit to get in the door. O’Connell responds, “Our guests often arrive in jeans. We’ve always felt people should be comfortable so that they’ll enjoy themselves more.” The Inn at Little Washington is located at the comer of Middle and Main streets in the heart of Washington, Va. The phone number is 675-3800. New president will helm Blueridge Technologies BY LEE COGHLAN Rappahannock News Staff Writer Nashville, Tenn. has been appointed president to Blueridge Technologies in Flint Hill. The appointment came just after divine interVentures of Chicago, owped by Andrew “Flip” Filipowski, purchased the company. Foreman will travel between Chicago and Flint Hill in order to fulfill his position He will travel to Nashville to see his wife and ,, As president of the company Foreman’s intentions are to “gr°w the operation, adding people both in Flint Hill and Chicago. Some of the functions lend themselves better to Chicago.” When Foreman talks of functions he is referring to the accounting, marketing and some sales divisions of the Brian Foreman of company. But this will not mean people here will lose their jobs. Foreman says, “For the most part, we’ve reallocated people into other jobs. The total number of employees will grow.” And this will mean growth within the county. There will be more technical jobs available. Foreman says, “We’ve got an exciting opportunity. We have a lot planned for the company. We would do nothing, but to enhance the'area.” “I love this place. My first trip over was when the leaves were changing. It’s one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. I understand the passion, why all the employees love it so much here. I visited Washington and it’s spectacular.” Foreman has been married for 22 years to his wife Karen. His daughter, Allyson, is 17 and wants to attend Georgetown University. His son, Hunter, is 14. 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RRCSB serves the following counties: Fauquier, Rappahannock, Madison, Orange and Culpeper, and provides comprehensive aging, mental health, mental retardation, substance abuse and transportation services to the residents of planning district nine. The Board of Supervisors from each of the five counties is responsible for nominating three representatives to board, which makes them 15 members strong. Manson says, “What the board does is: they manage the money. The services board hires and supervises the executive director. We’re a large employer in the five county area.” Funding for RRCSB comes from the following different sources: State, Federal, local, United Way, and private contributions. Currently, the executive director is Brian Duncan and his contract has just been renewed. 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When they drink enough to become intoxicated, they lose the ability to control their impulses.” On her six years at RRCSB Manson says, “I really enjoyed it. I enjoyed working with the people, I like to do something where I feel like I’ve had an impact on care. I care about how people get taken care of.” TOR -1 HURRICANES OR Y2K... HONDA QENERAT OR a generators from 350 to *3 12,000 watts Blalock Cycle 1170 Lee Hwy. I Warrenton, VA I 540-347-45911 Ttie Fauquier heritage and Tre&ervatian Foundation is pleased to announce the release of a set of limited edition prints of a painting of Oak Hill, home of Chief Justice John Marshall 1755-1835, entitled “Glimpse of Tradition” donated by Kenneth Allison. The 24” x 30” prints, suitable for framing, will be numbered and signed by the artist. Contact the Fauquier Heritage and Preservation Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 548 Marshall, Virginia 20116 (540) 364-3440 or Bob Sinclair 253-5814 • Duke Yowell 364-2796

--ftappafjannotfe Jletos—Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Lee Coghlan, Staff Writer Carl Ebom, 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, DECEMBER 15, 1999 Our View | I Big shoes to fill Dr. Tole’s departure from the School Board is not good news for county. Stonewall-Hawthorne District voters spoke last election day, and decided to replace long-time School Board member and current School Board Chair Dr. John Tble. Rumors abound as to the reasons for his removal—they include “his inability to control fechool costs,” the “poor showing” on the most recent < Standard of Learning tests, his lack of campaign prowess, and the “lack of sufficient Christian education” in the school system. 1 Tole antagonists should have been there. They should have watched this intelligent, concerned, and dedicated man struggle with the management and improvement of a school system that most certainly gained from his years of toil. They should have been there to watch him conduct School Board business with professionalism and open-mindedness. They should have been there to see him successfully per, form, in his most understated manner, the business of j caring for our children without regard for himself. The new board will be seated quite soon and will have at its core some dedicated and hard-working veterans, and some new members who have not yet had their “trial by fire.” That will come soon too, and they may find that I theoretical cost cutting bears little resemblance to real cost cutting—that SOL test results do show real school improvements—that School Board work is a full time job. We’ll be there. Rappahannock Today __y Rappahannock News Photo/Barbara C. Wayland ~ Twenty-three students under the direction of Leslie Nichols participated in a piano recital on Sunday at the Washington Baptist Church. Ms. Nichols has her studio at Woodville. Letters Super Pantry Program successful Six Rappahannock County homemakers completed the seven-week Super Pantry Program held at Hope Hill Baptist Church. The Super Pantry Program is sponsored through a partnership between the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and the Rappahannock Cooperative Extension SCNEP Program. Super Pantry combines nutrition education with hands-on Supporters thanked A note of thanks to all the members of the community who supported the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary’s recent “All American Christmas”, breakfast with Santa, which was held on Saturday, Dec. 4 at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. A special thank you to Pat Jenkins and Company for the delectable menu prepared, for which members of the auxiliary received so many compliments. We hope you had a wonderful time. A note to Santa, please get some rest before Christmas Eve. All the children and adults enjoyed your visit. Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary cooking skills and provides homemakers with the opportunity to> share experiences and learn more about community resources* and life skills from guest speakers. ' ) We would like to extend a very special thanks to Jeanie McNear and the senior volunteers who provided transportation for all seven weeks. J Staff at Rappahannock County Extension Office Auction successful I would like to take this opportunity to thank the citizens of Rappahannock and the surrounding counties for their genierous support in our recent benefit auction on behalf of Roger" Rutherford. ' » Individuals and places of businesses which contributed are * too numerous to mention and we may miss someone in our endeavor to name everyone, therefore, we would like to just j say that the support was overwhelming. ^ ; Every act of kindness truly touched the lives of all involved.' May God bless each of you at this season. ! Jerry Foatoii Flint Hill Live by the golden rule I I am very disappointed and appalled at the lack of concern for the feelings of our neighbors. I feel that we should live by the golden rule which states, “Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you do even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.” (K.J.V.) I am referring to the article in the Rappahannock News written about the Baldwins on Dec. 1, 1999. I am wondering how you would feel if every week or so someone reminds everyone of your misfortunes? True enough it wasn’t the right thing to do, then again Romans 3:23 states “For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God.” So at this Christmas season let us use our time praying for grace and mercy rather than pointing fingers. Dorothy C. Butler Sperryville Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 30 Years Ago Thursday, Dec. 18, 1969 The Rappahannock Lions Club honored its ladies with the annual Ladies Night dinner meeting last Wednesday evening. Among those present were Mrs. F.S. Boze, Dennis Wingfield, Mrs. Wingfield and Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Brown. The Sperryville Boy Scout Troop 65, will sell Christmas trees from Saturday until Wednesday on the parking lot at Sperryville Esso Service Station operated by F.D. Coffey. The members of the Future Homemakers Club at RCHS have made stuffed toys which will be given to patients in the children’s wards at the University of Virginia Hospital for Christmas. The toys were delivered to the hospital on Tuesday and club members going included: Charlotte Printz, Martha Lou O’Bannon, Miss Jane Coleman, Home Ec. Instructor, Patsy Payne and Brenda Jett. More than 30 club members helped with the project. Sue Titchenell of Woodville, a member of Girl Scout Troop 380, was awarded the Sign of the Arrow, the second highest award in Juniors. This signifies all around participation in scout activities and projects and indicates that certain necessary badges have been earned by her. 25 Years Ago Thursday, Dec. 12, 1974 Basketball season is at hand and the first home game . was Tuesday night when two Panther teams met. Rappahannock and Page County are both “Panthers.” Backing up the team were the cheerleaders and fans. Cheerleaders are Beth Parker, Donna Cannon, Cindy ' Cummins, Connie DelGross, Mary Hudson, Ellen Timbers, Millie North and Raye Rector. The medical center under construction at Washington by Drs. Werner Krebser of Huntly and Jerry Martin, Flint Hill is coming along on schedule with completion nearing. Mrs. Elmo Flynt entertained the Sperryville Bridge Club and additional guests for dessert bridge at her home in Washington on Friday night. iu Rappahannock Farmers’ Coop was advertising Customer Appreciation Sale Days which featured a washer for $215; electric range for $246; dryer for $159 and a frost free refrigerator-freezer for $282. "r" Photo courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: This photograph is of the lovely old Menefee home in the Town of Washington which was built in the early 1800’s. Miss Dora Menefee was the last family member residing in the house earlier this century. The Menefee family owned the first car in Rappahannock County. The home was graced with wisteria on the front and a yard full of violets in the back. It was said that Miss Dora would let neighborhood children pick violets and when she decided they had picked enough, she would tap on the window and say, “Now girls, that’s enough." The house stood where the Rappahannock News building is today. 10 Years Ago Thursday, Dec. 14, 1989 t,,'> * ■R*-T| In the front page photograph Arthur Smith was uo" cleaning snow from the steps of the Sperryville Antique Market on Saturday morning with a broom03:; However, most residents needed snow shovels by Wednesday, as the county received another six inches,,, from a major winter storm. (-(V/ The county’s Department of Social Services is conduct^ ing its annual holiday food drive for Rappahannock’s less fortunate residents. According to Marie Davis,-sei' far the drive is behind its goal compared to the last several years. Residents are encouraged to give. The special education advisory committee for the " Rappahannock County Public School will hold an orga< nizational meeting on Dec. 14. The following people have agreed to serve on the committee: Edith Clark,< , Marsha Thompson, Marian Facchina, Nancy , Reeve, Linda Mock, Ellen Mustoe, the Rev. Steve Parker, Rose Ann Sharp, Daphne Hutchinson,.' the Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III, Ester Settle and! Douglas Baumgardner. The functions of the local advisory committee are to advise the local school division of unmet needs in the"' education of handicapped children, assist the local " school division in the formation and development of 1 long range plans designed to provided services for clftjdren and related handicapped needs, issues, subject^ etc. « V -COMPILED BY: BARBARA C. WAYLAND ,,

Rappahannock Relay for Life is number one achiever among Mid- Adantic States BY MICHAEL MAHONEY Rappahannock News Contributing Writer American Cancer Society officials announced last week that Rappahannock County’s 1999 Relay for Life was the most successful in the Mid-Atlantic region. The relay, which was held last May at the Rappahannock County Elementary School, also achieved seventh place in the entire United States. Standings are determined on a per capita basis, which is why Rappahannock was a^le to beat the much larger counties in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, , Delaware, and the District of Columbia, the ; jurisdictions which make up the MidAtlantic region. Mrs. Ester Settle, one of the relay’s prin1 ciple organizers, said that the achievement was all the more special for being their first effort. Although Rappahannock County had participated in relays in prior years, the 1999 event was the first organized for and by Rappahannock residents and held here in the county. Last year’s event raised $61,000. Forty, seven teams of up to ten persons each participated and 27 of those teams raised more than $1,000 each. The three top money raising teams were the Brady Bunch team, the Bennie Lee Atkins teams, and the Carolyn Love Laugh teams. They raised roughly $4,600, $4,300, and $3,100 respectively. Mrs. Ellen Joback was the top individual money raiser. Although the major goal of the relay is to raise money to aid the fight against cancer, the relay is more than a mere fund-raising effort. It is a celebration of the fives of cancer victims, both those who have died and those who have survived. It is also a party for the survivors, and for the friends and families of victims who join together in the fund raising effort. The bulk of the fund raising takes place prior to the event itself so it is no surprise that planning for the 2000 Relay for Life is already underway. The kick-off meeting is scheduled for Jan. 25 at the Flint Hill Fire Hall and will begin at 7:30 p.m. It will be an important meeting, and to assure that next year’s relay is even more successful than last year’s, committee members should be sure to attend. Team captains and prospective captains will find the meeting useful according to Mrs. Settle who also said that “everyone” is invited to attend. mam Photo courtesy of Michael Mahoney TOP ACHIEVER: Mrs. Ellen Joback receives award from Mrs. Ester Settle for raising the „0most money at the 1999 Relay-for-Life. Mrs. Cheri Woodard is to the left of Mrs. Settle. J Local gardening tips and advice iBY KENNER P. LOVE Extension agent, ANR Crop & Soil Sciences ; S.The following are gardenjtfS tips and advice from the Rappahannock Extension Office for the month of tficember. -'.21* Leave a bare circle, one fS5t wide, around fruit tree JgBnks when spreading mulch wpthe mice won’t nest there. Also wrap the trunks to prevent rabbit damage. • Fruit trees can be pruned at any time during the winter provided the temperature is above 45 degrees. Mice chew off the bark of fruit trees at ground level or below and often completely girdle a tree causing it to die. Tp , reduce this damage, keep mulch pulled away from the base of the tree and examine mulch frequently for the presence of mice. • We often forget the spots outdoors where rain doesn’t reach. Check moisture around foundation plantings beneath a roof overhang and water if necessary. • Do filling and grading around the yard. The loose soil will settle during the cold months. • Minimize traffic on a frozen lawn to reduce winter damage. • Tender plants in perennial gardens benefit from a light covering of evergreen boughs oF oak branches with their leaves intact. The purpose of this covering is to lessen desiccation or drying out by wind. Take care not to smother the plants. You should be able to see the plants through the branches. • If outdoor plants dry out during the winter, the foliage can be damaged. Water plants in late summer and fall, especially if rain has been less than normal, and on warm winter days if soil is dry. • If stored bulbs begin to shrivel, they are too dry. Place them in a container with potting medium, peat moss, or sawdust to stop the loss of water. • Prune your grapevines a little earlier this year to make a classic wreath. If you can’t shape the wreath as you prune, before bending the vines, soak them in water overnight for increased flexibility. • Be careful when using deicing salts around driveways and walks thin winter; salt is toxic to many flowers, trees, Bhrubs, and lawn grasses. Sand, saw dust, or a combination of these work well for deicing walks and will not iryure plants. • Sunflower seeds will attract desirable birds, such as chickadees, tufted titmouses, finches, cardinals, and grosbeaks to your feeder. Goldfinches and woodpeckers are attracted to suet. For additional information call the extension office at 6753619. _® CrossLink Quality & Reliability Full-Service Internet Access Serving the Mid-Atlantic With extended local dial access in VA, MD, Wash DC, W VA, DEL, NC, and PA Local Calls ... Global Access Toll Free: 1-888-427-6775 N. VA & DC metro call: 703-642-1120 email: info@crosslink.net web: http://www.crosslink.net Photo courtesy ot Montpelier Singers SATURDAY PERFORMANCE: The Montpelier Singers will perform at The Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 4 p.m. Christmas Carol concert at The Theatre Dec. 18 The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) and The Theatre at Washington invite the community to a special concert of carols by the Montpelier Singers on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 4 p.m. at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington. As a gift to the community, RAAC and The Theatre are offering the concert at no charge (though donations would be welcomed), and reservations are not required. The Montpelier Singers, who are returning to The Theatre for the fourth straight year, include three Rappahannock resi dents, Mary O’Meara, Sallie Morgan and April Martin, as well as a dozen other musicians from surrounding counties. Their program this year will feature timeless Christmas carols and lullabies, lusty wassail songs, the traditional spiritual, “Go Tell it on the Mountain,” and the exquisitely beautiful Renaissance piece, “O Magnum Mysterium,” which tells the story of the “great mystery” of Christ’s birth. RAAC and The Theatre invite you and your family to be guests for this musical celebration of the holiday season. 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Board From Page A1 associated accrediting formula.” Despite possibilities of retribution by the state raised by Superintendent David Gangel, the Board voted unanimously to forward the resolution to the state Board of Education. Superintendent’s report Superintendent Dr. Gangel reported on the redefinition of the vocational education program, and presented recommendations for this “vocademics” for the next two years. He noted that the closing of the Piedmont Technical School requires that Rappahannock assume the responsibility for providing vocational education, and recommendations call for the hiring of four new teachers over the next two school years to teach the new courses. New course offerings include: Entrepreneur; Computer Assembly and Repair; MediaAVeb Page Development; Building Trades; Maintenance and Repair; Culinary; and Business. Some of the new courses will be taught by existing instructional staff, but new instructors will needed to be hired to teach others. Dr. Gangel reported on the progress of the RCHS addition, noting that slab pouring has been delayed due to inclement weather, but should be accomplished Dec. 15 and 16 and, if so, work on the addition will be on schedule. He presented change order recommendations that include addition of electrical outlets, Fixtures, and alarm stations that will add some $3300 to the cost of the addition, but reminded the board that an earlier change order reduced the cost by some $9000. These recommendations were approved, but the board instructed that he seek to redress from the architectural firm, Hayes Large, because the items added in the change orders should have been included in original designs. Gangel presented recommendations that Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30 and 31 be established as holidays for 12-month employees during the 1999 Christmas vacation, and he met no opposition. He also noted that the 1999-2000 calendar required an additional work day, but it was resolved that this day be added after “seeing how the winter weather goes.” The 2000-2001 school calendar was presented and accepted, and the calendar for the upcoming budget cycle was reviewed. The Supervisor’s School Budget Public Hearing is scheduled for April 24, 2000, with adopted scheduled for May 2, 2000. Native plants on school grounds Lorinda Bosch presented her plan for estab lishing native plant sanctuaries “in appropriate shade and sun areas of Rappahannock County School property (by and for the county’s children)." The mission of the project, she said, is to conserve, research and cultivate ‘at risk’ and native plant species, to educate and inspire Rappahannock residents to establish native plant sanctuaries, and to sell marketable native plant species. The proposed porject would be funded by grants and contributions, and would involve elementary and high school students. RCES Principal Raye Tupper agreed to permit Mrs. Bosch to start the project on elementary school grounds. Other Activities • Assistant Superintendent Mary Ann Biggs reported that the Ruritan Club of Amissville offered the use of its softball field in the event the new school fields are not ready by the Spring. • Student representative Jami Gillis reported that a track and field benefit dance is scheduled for January 7, 2000 and that Homecoming is this coming Saturday. She also noted that the Fall ‘Reading Buddies’ program has been completed, and that the next session will start in February. Some seniors have gotten word of early acceptance at colleges including Bridgewater, Virginia Tech, and the University of Virginia. Jami closed her report by reciting a poem she wrote, “Farewell to our Stars,” in honor of departing Board members Tole, Lee, and Makela. • Policy and Legal Subcommittee member Makela reported on their review of Coach Hiring Policy recommendations made by the ad hoc committee and reported at the November meeting. The recommendations have been turned into regulations that do not require Board approval, and the “Application for Positions” policy, GBN, was revised to conform to the new regulations. That policy revision was approved by the Board. • Rosa Crocker reported that twenty-five percent of the School Board Evaluation forms were returned, and that scores ranging from 2.8 to 4.9 (5 being the highest) were given, with strengths noted in the board’s financial management abilities and weaknesses noted in the ability of the Board to provide a compensation plan that is sufficient to attract and retain qualified employees. • Rosa Crocker also presented the School Board goals for 1999-2000 that include: significant, annual educational achievement for all students; and a responsive learning and work environment that nurtures strong mutual support for students, teachers, and parents. "Trixie" & Dr. Gray • House & farm calls • Small & large animal care • Personal care & service • Centrally located in The Plains ofFI-66 (next to the Post Office near Rt. 17 8c Rt. 55) • Drop off visits are welcome for your convemence Agape Veterinaiy Clinic Dr. Katherine Gray 4310 Fauquier Ave. • The Plains, VA 20198 (540) 253-5619 Toll Free (888) 271-1577 Hours by Appt. M M-F 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. HHf te it-1 &Holiday Special New Dog & Cat owners will get a free exam with initial set of Puppy or Kitten shots. (with ad exp. 1/31/2000) At Fauquier Hospital, we L. ^.participate with numerous health care plans so you can feel confident that if the need for hospitalization does arise, you’ll know we’ve got you covered. Some of the health plans that we participate in are: Aetna PPO CareFirst (BC/BS) • GapitalCare HMO Trigon (BC/BS of Virginia) • Healthkeepers HMO • PPO 1 • Trigon Administrators Cigna HMO and PPO Community Care Network PPO (CCN) Community Health by Optima PPO (CH1R) First Health PPO (formerly Affordable PPO) George Washington University Health Plan HMO MAMSI •Alliance PPO •MAMSI Life and Health PPO •MD 1PA HMO •Optimum Choice HMO National Capital Health Plan PPO (NCHP) National Capital PPO (NCPPO) NYL Care HMO (Through 6-30-00) One Health Plan PPO and HMO Private Health Care Systems PPO (PHCS) Qual Choice of Virginia HMO United Healthcare HMO and PPO Virginia Health Network PPO (Walmart only) If you don’t see your plan listed, or for additional information, call the Fauquier Hospital Physician Referral at (540) 349-0588 or (800) 322-7500 500 Hospital Drive Warrenton, Virginia 20186 www.fauquierhospital.org School From Page A2 enjoyable, the instructors were fun and committed, and the students were apparently pleased with all of the activities. Plans for the Winter Session will begin after the holidays. Please stay tuned for more details. • Homecoming weekend at RCHS is scheduled for Dec. \1 and 18. The Homecoming Game will be on Friday, Dec. 17; the Homecoming Dance will be on Saturday, Dec. 18. If you are a graduate of RCHS, please plan to participate. If you have questions, please call Mr. Mike Tupper, RCHS Vice Principal and Athletic Director, at 987-8575. • We are in the process of planning two events for RCHS Junior and Senior students. If you are the parent of a Junior or Senior and would like to serve on a committee to help plan the After Prom Party (co-sponsored by SADD) or the Senior Banquet, please call Jan Makela, Volunteer Coordinator, at 987-8259. The first meetings will be in January to begin planning these events which will occur in May. Serving on these committees is a great way to support your RCHS student in a fun and special way. • Remember the next two Home Basketball games on Wednesday, Dec. 15, and Friday, Dec. 17. Don’t miss these opportunities to support our athletic programs and these wonderful athletes. • There will be a student sponsored dance in January to raise funds for the new RCHS Track and Field facility. If the community pulls together, we can help to make this a reality for our students. Please stay tuned for further details. If you have questions or would like to offer support in some other way, please call Mrs. Mary Anne Biggs, Assistant Superintendent, at 987-8773, or Mrs. Brooke Fletcher, Committee Co-Chair, at 9878111. • Heartfelt sympathy • is extended to Ms. Carol Nowakoski, RCES P.E. Teacher, at the death of her father. It is so important that we reach out to one another during these difficult times, and we are sure that Carol would appreciate hearing from friends. • RCES Fifth Grade teacher Mr. Chuck Way has been teaching his students about chemical elements and the periodic table and students are loving it! Go figure, it appears that learning can be fun! • Congratulations .are in order for RCES Fifth Grade teacher Mrs. Eva Atkins and her husband on the birtfi* of their new baby girl, Hannah Noel. Hannah was bonv'on Dec. 8 and the family is joyful to say the least. • Several new faces may be seen around RCES over the next few months. We are happy to welcome Ms. Barbara Norris, who is substituting for Mrs. Atkins in her absence, and Mrs. Sharon Humbles, RCES parent, who will substitute for Mrs. Carol Johnson when she takes leave in the near future. • RCES is saddened by the departure of teacher’s aid and RCES parent, Mrs. Frances Barron. She has been such a positive presence while working at the school and she will be greatly missed. We wish her well in her new endeavors. • For the next three weeks of the holiday season, The Panther Pause article will be filled with creative student writing. Mrs. Cynthia Simpson’s fourth graders, Mrs. Deborah Flinchum’s first graders, and Mrs. Amy Gubler’s eighth graders will be the contributing authors. We look forward to reading their special works. Many thanks to these wonderful teachers. • Have an incredible holi,day season, and take time to enjoy the many blessings (big and small) that are yours. Council From Page A1 get some of these buildings put into better use.” More on Sunnyside The Town Council also reviewed additional Clopton House step drawings provided by Peter Kreyling, and voiced no objection to what should be the final step in the process of approving Sunnyside Farms Market Complex proposal. A Certificate of Appropriateness will be drawn up and forwarded. Other activities • Treasurer Elaine Viguerie presented the Town’s financial report, noting consolidated assets of $412,137.74, up nearly $20,000 from that reported in November, and Water Works current assets of $10,856.59 compared to the 10/31/99 figure of $9,847,531. • Town Attorney John Bennett reported that the Town of Washington Water Service ordinance had been finalized and will be effective as of 1/1/2000. • Charlie Tompkins reported that “twenty-one confirmed requests” for Town brochures were received from Russia and .other former Soviet republics, The Temperature is Dropping...so Are the Prices! this weekend r New2000 Foresters H Stk#55305 $19,818 [automatic?] 8433 Leesburg Pike, Tysons Comer. VA 703-893*2990 •TAX, TAGS A $135 PROCESSING FEE ADDITIONAL, nouoes au iNCfWfvK Excess 12/15/99 and the Council decided to fulfill existing requests but that future requests would be honored only from the United States. • John Byam reported that the Town kiosk will be upgraded by adding two additional bulletin board panels and item placement statements to avoid problems cited by Wendy Weinberg at the November Town Council meeting. • Mayor Willis proposed that Christmas gratuities again be given to Town employees. He and Treasurer Viguerie made special mention of Kaye Kohler’s role in saving the Town some $10,000, and Mayor Willis suggested that an extraordinary gratuity of $500 be granted Kohler in recognition of her effort. The Mayor’s proposal was accepted by the Council. Kramer From Page A1 representative form of, on that given day, what the value of the building is.” In the event that the building does not sell, Mr. Kramer said, “I have a philosophy, whatever happens will be the right thing. I lose no sleepuaver this at all. I put it in the category of going on a vacation* It’s just an event that keeps life interesting. It’s the right lime to sell, for lots of reason. It is not a reaction to some of the nonsense that’s going on in town. There is no connection between any of the events in terms of Washington, Va. That’s just silliness.” Mr. Kramer came to Rappahannock in 1971 and settled in Amissville. In 1972, he began his cabinet making business in the apple packing shed across the street from the Washington Baptist Church. The current retail site was purchased 15 years ago. Financial Problems? 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• Neighbors/B3 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 Rappahannock Neme December 15, 1999 RYSIDE Section B Citizen of the Week Pat Jenkins Home: Fodderstack Road, Washington Occupation: Cafeteria Manager at Rappahannock County Elementary School Accomplishments: When you ask a typical student at RCES who do they see everyday except their teacher, the answer is usually, “Mrs. Jenkins in the cafeteria.” Children of all ages love Mrs. Jenkins and it’s no wonder considering that she has worked for 33 years at Rappahannock County Elementary School. Proudly, Mrs. Jenkins will tell you her first concern is for the children and that she enjoys being with them. In addition to her position with RCES, Mrs. Jenkins also has Patfs Catering. She has hosted lots of parties and dinners as well as volunteer dinners and breakfasts for the local fire companies and rescue squads over the past five years. Other volunteers in these organizations have only words of praise for Mrs. Jenkins. She is a past volunteer with the ^ Washington Volunteer Fire Department but currently volunteers with the Sperryville units. Her husband, Ennis Jenkins is Maintenance Superintendent at VDOT Headquarters in Washington. They have three grown children and six grandchildren. Weekend Picks Angels and Spirit Guides at Healing Arts Center Saturday Rappahannock Healing Arts Center hosts Nathalie Stamoulis from New York on Saturday, Dec. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. “Your angels and spirit guides are lovingly watching over you, ready to assist you in any area of your life. You just have to ask!” according to Ms. Stamoulis. Call 987-7204, extension 4 to register by Friday, Dec. 17. Ms. Stamoulis, CCht, RM, CSC is founder of Brighter Horizons. She is committed to assisting others in developing and using their own inner powers to heal themselves and create their perfect lives. Cost for the day is $75. Richard Stack at RCES on Tuesday Nationally-renowned children’s author Richard Stack will be visiting RCES on Tuesday, Dec. 21. The public is cordially invited to attend. Mr. Stack is the author of four books chronicling life with his dog, Josh, ‘The Wonder Dog.” Josh is in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the most petted dog in the world! Mr. Stack’s books (and other related items) will be on sale in time for Christmas. He will autograph all books and will personalize all hard cover books. For more information call Mrs. Aney Massie, RCES Librarian at 987-8259. By Sharon LaSalle Rappahannock News Staff Writer For many, the holidays are a favorite time to entertain, a time to show off culinary skills and deck the halls with everything that was marked 50 percent off last January. For others, it is a necessary evil. On one hand, what better time to turn your home into a warm, welcoming haven for visitors? On the other hand, who has the time? For those who love to entertain and for those who would rather chew bark, there are many useful tips that help ease the stress of holiday entertaining without undergoing a complete Martha Stewart makeover. Decorate for you Whether you’re planning a big party or not, decorating your house for the season should be one of the more enjoyable tasks at hand. When coming up with your decorating plan — and you do need a plan - keep one thing in mind. Even though you want your visitors to be impressed and amazed with your style and grasp of color usage, you and your family are the ones who will enjoy the fruits of you labor the most. Decorate according to your lifestyle and % tastes. If you have a rambunctious two-yearold, perhaps setting candles on every available surface would not be a wise choice. On the other V hand, a few strategically placed (above reaching * level) votives will add greatly to the holiday ambiance. When you do have guests coming, light a candle in the guest bathroom for that extra special touch. Even though scented candles are great and can be wonderful mood enhancers, the most versatile candles are the plain white votives, sticks and pillars that are unscented and —dripless.— Along with the magical glow of candlelight, flowers always add to a festive get-together. Whether they are real, dried or silk, it is what you do with them that makes the difference. With fresh flowers, you don’t have to rely on pre-arranged bouquets. Instead, go to the local florist and get what you want stem by stem. Get creative and use interesting containers to display your flowers. For fresh cut flowers, wrap a box in your favorite gift-wrap, leaving one end open, and place a regular vase inside the box. Or wrap ah empty mayonnaise jar with a small brown paper sack, tying dyed .raffia or ribbon around the top to make a unique vase. Heirloom teacups, colored glasses and other interesting containers can go a long way toward making your arrangements both original and beautiful. Let there be light If you like to put up lights outside or in for the holidays, spend a few moments on strategy before dragging out all those tangled strings of lights. First, pick a color scheme. Just because every neighbor for five miles has done his house in all white icicle lights, doesn’t mean you have to. Be original and have fun. You may want strings of multi-colored lights or lights all in one color, but beware of mixing too many variations. A string of all white lights usually doesn’t look good next to a string of multi-colored lights. Be consistent, too. Make sure all your windows are done in the same fashion. There always seems to be one string of leftover lights when you are finally finished decorating. Before you toss them back in the basement, take a medium to large basket and spray paint it with acrylic paint. Once it is dry, cut a small one-inch hole at the bottom of one side of the basket then thread that leftover string of lights through several large pine cones and fill the basket. Add some ribbon or a few sprigs of spruce and you have a great table topper. LIGHTED BASKET: Perfect for a table topper or door stop. Put other decorating leftovers to use by placing small lengths of garland around lamp or candle bases and hanging misfit ornaments on house plants. You might also want to give the kids that old box of silver tinsel garland to use in their own rooms. To make clean up and next year’s decorating easier, label all your strings to remind you where they go. If you have only three strings that exactly fit the length of your front porch, label them to show that they go together and are for the porch. Also, get rid of any old electrical decorations that might no longer be safe to use. If you have safe decorations that you do not plan to use again, ^donate them to a local shelter, school or hospital to brighten up someone else’s holiday. Festive Dining If you are planning a buffet or dinner, add the special touch of place cards to the table. They need not be expensive or professionally done. Calligraphy pens can usually be purchased at craft stores and make anyone’s handwriting look elegant. For simple buffet cards, cut out the pictures from last year’s Christmas cards and tape to a toothpick. Use these to identify the different dishes on the table. Buffet tables are great at parties, especially when people might be dropping in at different times. To keep your buffet line moving, place the napkins and flatware in a location separate from the food and the drinks and cups in a third location. As long as you have to wrap gifts, take a few extra minutes to make a great centerpiece for the table. Take three small boxes of different sizes and wrap in your favorite wrapping paper. Add some pretty ribbon, a few pine cones or tree ornaments and you have a beautiful and original centerpiece or table topper. Use a few more pine cones for place card or buffet card holders. USE WHAT YOU HAVE: A \mw simple, yet elegant centerpiece, pr above, can be quickly assembled with some colorful scraps of wrapping paper, leftover ribbon and a few odds and ends from the bottom of your decorations box. Add your own touches with special ornaments, pine cones or sprigs of pine for a unique and original look. Use a few inexpensive ornaments and upside down wine glasses for these easy, yet festive candle holders, below. Instead of- filling with ornaments, you could fill with a tangle of colored foil ribbon, crumpled foil paper or a favorite holiday figurine. No matter what you use, it will be your own design. For an easy but festive look, fill two large wine glasses with small ornaments and turn upside down. Then, use the bottoms of the glasses to hold small candles. Put these on either side of a large glass or acrylic ice bucket, also filled with ornaments. This not only adds seasonal color to your table it gives you something to do with all those extra tree ornaments. . Finally, add to the fun by sprinkling some foil confetti on the table before setting out the food. Most craft stores sell confetti in shapes (trees, stars, bows, etc.). Feast, not famine When it comes to deciding what to serve, keep it simple and plentiful. Nobody will mind if you didn’t make three-cheese tortellini by hand or yeast rolls in the shape of Santa Claus, but they will mind if you don’t have enough food. That doesn’t mean you have to spend the entire month of November baking. Visit your grocery store bakery and freezer section for some simple heat and eat treats or pre-prepared favorites. If you insist on cooking, cook as much as you can ahead of time and throw in the freezer. Some things have such a long freezer life that you could probably do most of your holiday baking in August. Once you have your menu out of the way, concentrate your efforts on presentation. Even those little mini quiches from the freezer section will taste better if served Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Roselie Malone on a decorative plate with a few pine sprigs or holly leaves used as garnish. Many people like to entertain, but hate all the preparation involved with a dinner party. Save your energy for chatting with good friends and have a pot-luck party. Most people invited to a party bring something to the hostess, so why not let it be a casserole? Final touches For those unexpected drop-in guests, keep some instant cider and hot chocolate mix on hand along with some refrigerator cookies. Choose an inexpensive gift item that would work for anyone and buy several. Wrap them and keep on hand for those unexpected or last minute gift exchanges. This cuts down on the chance of embarrassment when that casual acquaintance or neighbor drops by with a plate of fresh baked cookies made just for you. Give your home the warm smell of Christmas by coring and halving some apples, sprinkling with cinnamon and sugar and baking at 250 degrees. Not only is the smell delicious, so are the apples once they are cooked. Don’t waste money and valuable storage space on holiday throw pillows. Instead, buy or make some holiday covers for your existing pillows. Save money and time, by buying decorating and entertaining supplies at after-season sales. Those candles and wrapping papers will still be in style next year but at twice the cost. Finally, fix yourself some hot cider, light the candles and sit back to relax and enjoy all you have done.

Church Activities County Methodist services County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Dec. 19 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. 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: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. 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. Alt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Dallas Smith Sunday: Adult Bible Schocl/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 and10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bethel Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Forrest Freeman Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Richard S. Gordon Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Monday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Hope Hill Baptist Pastor: Rev. Milton Switzer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 7 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. James W. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bible School 7 p.m. F T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. . Morning Prayer w/Christmas Pageant 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every first and third Sunday 10:30a.m. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen C. Lods Tara Fisher weds Stephen C. Lods Tara Beth Fisher, daughter of Brad and Dawn Fisher of Washington, was married on Oct. 30, to Stephen Christopher Lods, son of John and Janice Lods of Kokomo, Ind. The Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III officiated the ceremony at Christ Church in Old Town, Alexandria. Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a reception aboard the Cherry Blossom riverboat on the Potomac River. A second reception was hosted by the groom’s medical colleagues in Concord, N.C., on the couple’s return from their honeymoon. The bride is a graduate of Rappahannock County High School, the University of Richmond, and the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She is a pediatrician in Charlotte, N.C. The bridegroom is a graduate of Perdue University and Indiana University School of Medicine and is a pediatrician in Concord, N.C. Following a honeymoon in Aruba, the couple resides in Concord, N.C. Rappahannock retired teachers enjoy luncheon The Rappahannock retired teachers and their guests were invited to a Christmas luncheon meeting with the Warren County retired teachers on Dec. 6 at noon. This festive occasion was held at the United Methodist Fellowship Hall in Front Royal. Those in attendance were Margaret and Elsie Dodson, Mary Gardner Edmonds, Barbara Gentry, Calvin Lightfoot, Marion Simpson, Elva Strother, Mary Miller Wood, Barbara Yowell and Dorothy Butler. Christmas programs ■: around the county Woodville Baptist Church All are invited to attend the special Christmas program entitled, “Christmas Memories” at the Woodville Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. For more information call 987-8066 or 987-3117. Carol service at Flint Hill Baptist The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have a Christmas Carol Service on Sunday, Dec. 19 from 4 to 5 p.m. The community is invited to attend. Jeff Light of Woodville Baptist will be one of the soloists offering music of the season. There will also be participation by the congregation in singing the Christmas Carols. Refreshments will be served immediately after the service. Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church will have their Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. A welcome is extended to all. Program at Bethel Baptist A' Christmas program will be held on Sunday, Dec. 19 at Bethel Baptist Church following the 11 a.m. worship service. All are welcome to attend. Slate Mills Baptist Church A children’s program, “The Christmas Bells” will be ' presented at the Slate Mills Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. The Christmas party will follow the service. All are welcome. Washington Baptist Church The children’s Christmas play at Washington Baptist Church will take place on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. The title of this year’s play is “A Creature’s Christmas” and it will tell in a delightful way how the animals experienced ‘ the birth of Christ in Bethlehem some 2,000 years ago. The public is also invited to the annual Christmas Cantata at Washington Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. The annual Christmas Eve candlelight service will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 24. For more information about any of these programs, contact the church . office at 675-3336. Trinity Episcopal Church A Christmas pageant with morning prayer will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church opJSenday. Dec. 19 at 9:15. A ChristaaaaSvEve sendee will beheld with Holy Euchaript^t-S' p.itif%nd arain at 11 p.m. ok Dec. 24. 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Residents enjoy White House tour Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wayland of Slate Mills, Cecil Baldwin of Sperryville and Mr. and Mrs. James Falls toured the White House and Washington National Cathedral on Thursday. A pre-Christmas luncheon was given in honor of Flora Falls at Overlook Nursing Home on Saturday. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Falls of Dale City, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Falls of Gainesville, Frankie Early of Bealeton, Bernard Falls of Culpeper and Mr. and Mrs. James Falls. Congratulations to Andy Platt on being selected treasurer of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee recently. The Woodville Baptist Church will present a Christmas play on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited. Congratulations to Rev. Alpheus and Eva Atkins on the birth of their daughter, Hannah Noel. Birthday wishes go out to the following: Lil Sykes on the 14th, Frances Conners on the Dec. 17, Bryan Johnson on the 19th, Alpheus Atkins on the Dec. 26 and Emory Conners on the 31st. Walter Milton Burke, dressed as Santa visited June Clark and Misty Hitt on Thursday evening. He was accompanied by his parents Die and Michele Burke and grandparents Richard and Rena Burke. Tuesday visitors of June Clark were Alpheus Atkins knd Myrtle Falls. Other visitors during the week of Misty Hitt and June Clark were Ray and Steve Scott. Gladys Dulaney of Luray was a Saturday guest of Merle and Joe Daczewitz. On Sunday they were visited by Ray and Maybelle Keys of Slate Mills. Mrs. Audra Crawford was Visited by Ray and Charles Crawford, Missy, Thomas, Michael, and Damian Sykes during the week. ; Birthday wishes are also sent to the following: Lillian Norman, Dylan Norman, Eric Norman, Crystal Grigsby and Michele Burke from your Woodville friends. ' Woodville residents celebrating December wedding anniversaries are Dan and pessie Norman, Jim and Joanne Bankston and Kinsey and Flossie Wharton. Holiday plans underway J ’ The Flint Hill Baptist Church will present a Christmas Carol Sing on Sunday, Dec. 19 from 4 to 5 cLm. Jeff Light of Woodville paptist Church will be one of the soloists with choirs from (Reynolds Baptist Church, Sperryville, Flint Hill United ‘Methodist and Chester Gap •Baptist Churches. {■ Organist for the service Jwill be Karl Burke. The public if cordially invited. ' i* Refreshments will be sjerved immediately following tjie program. {t The Living Nativity presented by the Flint Hill, Huntly ^nd Sperryville United Methodist Churches will be ijeld on U.S. 211 at the red shed Vjext to the Rappahannock ^Library on Saturday, Dec. 18 ijeginning at 6:30 p.m. {i Lois Duncan of Broad Run «{nd Allison Lillard of Manassas visited Mrs. Edna JUillard on Sunday. »| Ken and Cathy Cieslak Jand family of Ruther Glen and (fjlike Crane and family of owie, Md. were Saturday ests of Ernie and Thelma rane. They were celebrating 17th birthday of their granddaughter, Laura Crane. *1 rw V » Elizabeth Welch attended ^.e Christmas party at the jWashington Baptist Church wjn Saturday. Elizabeth had her piano recital at the Washington Baptist Church dn Sunday. • The Flint Hill United Methodist Women are scheduled to meet on Monday, Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m. for their (Christmas meeting with Thelma Crane. y Our sympathy to Richard and Shirley Williams of Front Royal on the loss of their son, -Danny. He was a state trooper Jin the Richmond area and was •involved in an accident on ! Friday. He passed away on • Sunday. He was a grandson of Woodville By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 ... ' in *iM>i'i«iiMniiiiii>)niiiii .. Ken, Fran, Will, Wade and Wyatt Norman of Washington surprised their parents and grandparents, Dan and Bessie Norman on their 42nd wedding anniversary Thursday, Dec. 9, by taking them to Centreville to see the Miracle of Lights in the Bull Run Regional Park. The Christmas lights were of all shapes, figures and colors and encompassed approximately two miles. They stopped for dinner on the way home. On Friday evening Richard and Rena Burke visited with John, Nina, Leslie and Eric Norman in Washington. Walter Milton Burke with his parents, Die and Michele Burke were visitors of the John Suche family in Culpeper for family night on Saturday evening. Sunday afternoon Dan and Bessie Norman attended the Emil and the Detectives performance presented by Hearthstone School at the Castleton Theater. They were the guest of Dugald and Lily Day, who are students of the school and were participants in the play. Richard, Rena, Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke were among those attending a birthday party for Dylan Norman on Chester Gap Sunday. Dylan is now five years old. Happy birthday Dylan. Janet Putnam took her sister, Debbie Norman, out to dinner Friday night. The occasion was in celebration of Debbie’s birthday. Happy birthday Debbie. On Saturday Debbie, Corey and Sadie Norman shopped in Fredericksburg. Corey stopped to visit with Santa Claus and to leave his list of Christmas needs or better yet, wants. Saturday night Tim Norman celebrated his wife, Debbie’s birthday by taking her to dinner at Days Inn in Luray. Others helping to celebrate were Janet Putnam, Donnie Cline, Michelle and Johnny Jenkins. Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR $►87*8136 the late Nellie Pritchett. Randolph Foster was scheduled for surgery on Monday. We wish him a speedy recovery. * Mr. and Mrs. Richard Compton _l Comptons celebrate 35 th anniversary Richard and Shirley Ann Compton of Amissville celebrated their 35th anniversary this year. The couple were married July 11, 1964. In celebration of the milestone, the couple accompanied by their daughter, sonin-law and grandchildren attended the performance of “Miracle of Christmas” in Pennsylvania on a recent weekend. Their daughter, Wendy and her husband, Sillus Wayne Chapman have four children: Sillus Wayne II age 11; Richard Wayne age eight and named after PaPa Richard; Marcus Wayne who is three and Monica Le-Ann, age five months. Wendy’s husband is currently taking pilot lesson and landed his first plane on Dec. 3. The above photograph was taken 35 years ago when the Comptons exchanged vows. Washington residents enjoyed Christmas party Residents of the Town of Washington and also those who work within the town gathered for a Christmas party at the town hall on Sunday evening. A good time was had by all. We encourage you to stop by and look at the tree in front of the courthouse. It was decorated by the girl scouts and was officially lit on Sunday evening before the singing of Christmas carols. Congratulations to Meredith Gorfein, who was recently elected as Chair of the Rappahannock Democratic Committee for the next two years. Also to Floyd Stilley, who will serve as Secretary. On Saturday, Dec. 18 the deacons of Washington Baptist Church will have a Christmas party at 6:30 p.m. at the parsonage. Sunday visitors of Mrs. Addie Keyser were Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser of Sperryville, Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill and Donald Keyser of Alexandria. Mrs. Sarah Brown entertained at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark for a 19th birthday luncheon for her daughter, Amanda Brown on Saturday afternoon with 14 relatives and friends attending. Charles Clark of Manassas was a Monday visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Happy belated birthday wishes go out to Christine Hughes Roberts of Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Manassas, who celebrated her 38th birthday on Dec. 1. Christine is the sister of Bobby Hughes of Washington, and daughter of Robert Hughes of Huntly. Our sympathy to Kenneth and Elaine Hix on the passing of her father Bill Morris in Texas. Luncheon guests on Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Timothy Settle and friend, Leslie and Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Frazier of Castleton. The annual Christmas Cantata at the Washington Baptist Church is Sunday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. The choir has been working hard to provide the community with an inspirational musical presentation of the Christmas story. Invite a friend and plan to attend. On Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. the men of Washington Baptist Church will meet for breakfast at church and at the same time the women will meet for breakfast at The Country Cafe. Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE * Announcing our new location in Culpeper... ' 40d South Main Street, 3rd Floor ; (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540^829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Sendees Since 1975 Upcoming Events Homecoming weekend at RCHS Homecoming weekend will be held Dec. 17-18 at Rappahannock County High School. The homecoming game will be against Clarke County at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 17. The homecoming dance will be held on Saturday, Dec. 18. For additional information call Michael Tupper, Athletic Director and Assistant Principal or Mrs. Karen Ellis, RCHS Business teacher at 987-8575. Celebration at Belle Meade The annual Winter’s Solstice Celebration will occur at Belle Meade Bed and Breakfast on Wednesday, Dec. 22 starting at 5 p.m. Please bring food or drink to share. The celebration will occur indoors and outdoors with a bonfire. Belle Meade is located at 353 F.T. Valley Road south of Sperryville, 987-9748. Christmas Carol concert set The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (KAAC) and the g Theatre at Washington invite the community to a special concert of carols by the Montpelier Singers on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 4 p.m. ' at The Theatre on Gay 1 Street in Washington. As a gift t to the community, RAAC and P The Theatre are offering the \1_concert at no charge (though donations would be welcomed), and reservations are not required. Band Boosters to meet The Rappahannock Band Boosters will meet Thursday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock High School. Everyone is invited. For more information call 937-9909. Ragged Mountain activity Ragged Mountain Resource Center in Sperryville is sponsoring the following activity and more information may be obtained by calling the center at 987-3366. Wednesday, Dec. 22: Winter Solstice Moonlight Hike of Old Rag Mountain, meet at Mountainside Market on U.S. 211 west of Sperryville between 4-4:30 p.m., return ?. Bring food for self, layered clothing and a small flashlight in case of cloud cover. This is a strenuous hike under somewhat tricky conditions, so inexperienced hikers are not encouraged to participate. Hike leader: Hunt Harris, 987-3366. Elementary Band to perform The Rappahannock County Elementary School Fifth Grade Band will perform their debut concert for the general public at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at RCES. Everyone is invited. For more information call John Wiese at 937-9909. Fund drive underway at Chester Gap The Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department is having a special fund drive for the next several weeks in cooperation with Community Support Services. Families will be contacted by phone and asked to make a pledge. Each family that pledges receives a beautiful 10x13 canvas mount portrait, compliments of the fire department. For any additional information call 1-800-253-2638. Playgroup indoors now The Mother’s Playgroup now meets indoors at Trinity Episcopal Church on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. A donation will be collected weekly. For more information call Kathy at 987-9099. Shooting match at Castleton The Castleton Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring a shooting match every Friday night at 7 p.m. on the grounds of the department. Local residents are encouraged to support this endeavor. 5K race scheduled On Saturday, Dec. 18 the Shenandoah Valley Runners Club will host the Jingle Bell 5K at Blandy Experimental Farm near Boyce. The race will start at 9:30 a.m. Registration begins one hour earlier. Entry fees are $3 for members; $4 for non-members and $1 for students. Runners of all abilities are welcome. Call 675-4041 or 662-3381 for more information. American Legion to host party On Friday, Dec. 17 the Culpeper American Legion Post 330, located just north of the Culpeper High School on Route 229 has scheduled a Christmas party for all members, friends and guests of the legion. Dinner is served from 6 to 8 p.m. The public is always invited. Meal cost are $5 for members and $6.50 for nonmembers. Call 825-9835 for menu. Music after dinner is furnished by the ever popular “Boilers.” Fundraiser under xu ay The Rappahannock County High School Athletic Boosters are beginning their main fundraiser of the year. For a donation of only $20 you could be eligible to win a grand prize of $1,000; a second place prize of $750 or a third place prize of $250. Prizes will be given away at the last boy’s basketball game in December. You do not need to be present to win. There will be only 200 tickets printed. Proceeds benefit the athletes at the high school and the athletic department. Tickets are available from any RCHS coach, at any home game or from any of the following Booster Club members: Nancy and Calvin Atkins, Monte and Lisa Clinedinst or Cheryl Taylor. Peter Kater at Airlie Farm Dec. 17 Contemporary Pianist/Composer Peter Kater will spread Christmas cheer at a concert Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Manor House at Airlie Farm sponsored by Dr. Charles V. Nicolai, DC of the Warrenton Chiropractic Center. Kater, a resident of Rappahannock, whose album Compassion netted him the New Age Voice Best Meditation album for 1998, will bring his blend of classical training, jazz and smooth energy to Christmas music as well as old favorites. Tickets for the concert are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Advance tickets are available by calling 351-6191 or New Leaf Book Store on Main Street in Warrenton.

Holiday season is a time for plants Plants play a big part in the holiday season. From Christmas trees and cut greens, to traditional indoor plants, people are constantly buying, giving, and receiving plants at this time of year. One area that should not be overlooked when it comes to gift giving and receiving is the purchase of landscape plants. Growing conditions in this area are favorable enough in most years that trees and shrubs can be purchased and planted during the holiday season. Most nurseries still have a good supply of plants, and there are often some good deals to be had. Many people will add to their landscape by purchasing balled and burlapped Christmas trees. While planting the Christmas tree, they may as well add that oak, maple, dogwood, or holly they’ve been thinking about. Landscape plants may be the perfect gift solution for those friends and relatives who are hard to buy for. It’s also a good thing to put on your own list if you don’t want another pair of socks or a tie. There are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to planting trees and shrubs during late December. Perhaps the most important thing is to plant immediately. Most likely, the tree or shrub in question will be stored outside, and it will be in a container, or balled and burlapped. It will probably be sitting on the ground or on a porch somewhere with the root ball exposed to air on all sides. In the event of severe cold, the root ball can freeze solid. Even trees like Christmas trees, that are hardy in the far north, can be injured or killed if the root ball freezes for any length of time. So the bottom line is, get that holiday gift plant in the ground as soon as possible. If planting has to be delayed for a week or two, the tree can be stored in a sheltered location, or even in the garage if a real cold snap is predicted. If cold is predicted, it is a good idea to dig the planting hole ahead of time while the ground is still thawed. The hole can be filled with straw and covered with a tarp to keep the soil from freezing, and to keep the hole from filling up with water or ice. The soil that is removed from the hole can be stored in a wheelbarrow in a garage or shed. Watering is just as important when planting in cold weather as it is any other time of the year. Watering at planting helps settle the soil around the roots and removes air pockets. It also provides the roots with a good supply of moisture. Plants do give off some moisture during the winter, especially evergreens. If they cannot replace that moisture by taking up water through the roots, they can suffer winter damage. Some root growth will be taking place as long as the soil is not frozen, and when it does freeze, it usually does not freeze all the way through the root zone. A wide shallow hole will help roots get out of the root ball and into the surrounding soil. Do not plant any deeper than the depth of the container or root ball. Balled and burlapped trees should have all cords removed and the burlap pulled back about halfway. A layer of mulch will aid in moisture retention and may even keep the planting hole a little wanner ana promote root development. However, mulch should not be piled up around the trunk. Rodents will often tunnel under the mulch and eat the bark off newly planted trees. wnetner one is on tne giving or receiving end of landscape plants this holiday season, a little planning and timely work can lead to a gift that will provide year’s of enjoyment. For additional information call the Rappahannock Extension Office at 675-3619. 20*ii MISSES' ARCTIC FLEECE JACKETS AND VESTS. In sizes S-M-L-XL. Orig. 24.9927.99. Sale 19.99-21.99 20*» MEN'S SWEATERS. Save on cotton and acrylic sweaters from Woods and Gray, River Trader and more. 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Obituaries : John Turner Washington resident John Richard Turner, 56, of Washington died Sunday, Dec. 5 in the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Martinsburg, West Va. Mr. Turner was born Sept. 23, 1943 in Washington, the son of James Alfred Turner of Washington and the late Lucey Mildred Timbers Turner. Mr. Turner was a graduate of the George Washington Carver High School and had five years of duty with the U.S. Army. He was a construction worker. In addition to his father, survivors include a sop, John “John John” Richard Turner Jr. of Leesburg; two daughters, Alyssa Carol Turner and Beverly Janel Turner, both of Leesburg; one brother, Haywood Turner of Warrenton; four sisters, Anna Brabam of Philadelphia, Pa., Virginia Little and Lucille Head, both of Pittsburg, Pa. and Mary Fletcher of Washington and four grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at the Promise Land Church near Washington on Friday, .Dec. 10 with the Rev. John Pendleton. Interment followed at the Macedonia Cemetery in Flint Hill. Active pallbearers were Charles Jordan, Jerry Turner, Glenn Fletcher, Javis Fletcher, Charles Head and Sonny Gatewood. Honorary pallbearers were Robert Bailey, Walter Frye, George Turner and Timmy Clanagan. Arrangements were handled by ' TumerRobertshaw Funeral Home in front Royal. Clarence Deal Warrenton resident Clarence Henry Deal, 48, of Warrenton died Dec. 6 at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. He was born July 31, 1951 in Charlottesville to the late Hugh Robert Deal and Mabel Jenkins Deal. Survivors include a daughter, Tina Rutherford of Ruckersville; two sons, Clarence Deal Jr. and Douglas Deal, both of Ruckersville; one sister, Dorothy Jeffryes of Columbus, Neb.; four brothers, James Deal of Sperryville, Jeffery Deal of Rochelle, Ivan Deal of Culpeper and Hugh Robert Deal Jr. of Warrenton; one grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held Friday, Dec. 10 at Sperryville Cemetery with the Rev. Jon C. Heddleston. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, c/o Rae Pilgrim, 10415 Mountain Run Lake Road, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Bessie Atkins Sperryville resident Bessie Annie Atkins, 85, of Sperryville died Sunday, Dec. 12 at Lignum Manor. She was born July 24, 1914 in Sperryville to the late Frank and Virgie Dodson. She was a member of Beech Spring Baptist Church in Sperryville. Mrs. Atkins is survived by one son, Joseph T. Atkins and his wife, Sophie; two daughters, Virgie E. Atkins and Jean A. Sabol and her husband, Stephen, all of Culpeper; one brother, Vernon S. Dodson and his wife, Janice of Martinsburg, W.Va.; one sister, Mamie Atkins of Luray, five grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph F. Atkins; four brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at Found and Sons Chapel with the Rev. John S. Farrar officiating. Interment followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Paul Curi^, Chris Queen, Mike Grant, Kenneth Atkins and John Marshall Dodson. Community fund drive underway Ten more days and Ole St. Nick comes down your chimney or your front door if you don’t have a chimney. I know all the little kids are real excited. But lets keep in mind the true meaning of Christmas, Jesus’ birthday. The community food drive is in its last stages, and donations of boxed food as well as canned food is still needed. For example, instant potatoes, stuffing, canned gravy, and cake mixes for dessert. Lets come together and help the area needy. On Dec. 19 the Amissville Baptist Church, will have its Christmas Cantata at the 11 a.m. service. And the children’s program “How the Grinch Found Christmas” will be at 7 p.m. The 3tory is really good. The kids have all worked really hard to get it together. After the performance there will be a time of fellowship, and all the children, young and old, will get a bag of old fashioned Christmas candy and fruit. The Bethel Baptist Church will have its Christmas special on Dec. 19, right after their morning service. I know that it will beTull of music, that choir is really good. On Thursday, Dec. 9, the Amissville Community Association had its monthly meeting. Dr. Krebser spoke on development in the county as well as in Amissville. The Wildwood water system was discussed, and I for one am glad that the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors voted to table the “gift” at their Dec. 6 meeting. By AMY HITT 937-3401 We also voted on the bylaws, so we are now an association. If anyone would like to have some input on a sign that would be placed in the median strip at the entrance to Amissville, please come to the next meeting or call me and I will get it to the proper person. The next meeting will be on Jan. 13 at the Amissville Methodist Church at 7 p.m. Well, have any of you been baking for the holidays? I found a recipe that everyone I have made it for - loves it. It is called Peanut Butter Surprise Loaves. Here is the recipe: 2 cups of all-purpose flour 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup chunky peanut butter 1 cup of milk 2 tablespoons oil 2 teaspoons of baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 30 miniature peanut butter cups Heat oven 350 degrees, spray the bottom of the loaf pans. Mix all the ingredients except the candy, stir about 30 times, then divide batter into the three pans. Then take five candies and put 1/2 way into the batter, chop up the remaining candy and sprinkle on top. Bake about 45-50 minutes. Put your loaf pans on a cookie sheet so they will all cook evenly. Enjoy. Let me know if you like it. Don’t forget the Ruritans are looking for new members, men or women! Call me with any news or plans for the New Year! Ck'i.i -knglish • ( UN r P A! ROM r • "The Home of Thoughtful Service" 11 lW James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 Wayne English, General Manager SI BSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. Peyton family honored with housewarming party Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Peyton and daughter, Kamry were honored with a housewarming party on Sunday afternoon at their new home, the former Day residence. We wish them the very best and extend a warm welcome from the community. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Mrs. Michael Grant and her family upon the passing of her grandmother, Mrs. Joseph (Bessie) Atkins of Sperryville which occurred Sunday morning at Lignum Manor and was laid to rest today, Wednesday in Sperryville Cemetery. Miss Joy Best, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Troy Best, returned home last Wednesday from University of Virginia, where she had been a patient for two weeks, following an automobile accident. Our prayers are with her as she continues to improve. New Salem Baptist Church held their Christmas program Sunday evening and was greatly enjoyed by all present, and according to a spokesperson, the children did a great job. ^Wedding anniversary wishes go out to Mr. and Mrs. John Waddell, who celebrates another year together on Tuesday, Dec. 21. Marc Dodson, a student at James Madison University, Harrisonburg, spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dodson of Salem way. A reminder to call Dolly Jones 825-9687 or Frances Deal 937-4228 for one of those great Benson fruit cakes which are on sale by the Ladies Auxiliary of Burton Hammond Post. And also speaking of fruit cakes, another brand, “Grandma’s Bake Shop” are on sale by the Alumni Association. F.F.A. of Culpeper and to place an order please call 547-2168. Birthday wishes go out to Krystal Jenkins, whose day is Thursday, Dec. 16 and to Kamry Peyton, who adds another year on Saturday. Quite a large crowd attended and enjoyed the Christmas Singing and Pickin Crime Does Pay Up to $10,000 reward for tips on auto theft. >11-800-947-HEAT 4 r . i «£ BOSTON Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS * 987*8802 held at Salem Fire Hall Friday evening. Mrs. Ray Frazier and son Christopher were Sunday afternoon guests of Mrs. Eunice Meade on Hash Lane. Mrs. Joe Peregory was a Saturday callei* of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg and family. Have a great week and give me a call with your news for this column. Cling ^Ulzougliti by Randy Minter ENJOYING THE MOMENT If there is one bit of wisdom that seems to be universal, it is to “enjoy the moment.” In the words of Charles Caleb Colton, “How small a portion of our life it is that we really enjoy! In youth we are looking forward to things that are to come; in old age we are looking backward to the things that are gone past; in manhood, although we appear indeed to be more occupied in things that are present, yet even that is too often absorbed in vague determinations to be vastly happy on some future day when we have time.” The message in all this is: Now is the time! There is no assurance that tomorrow will come. Focusing on the pleasures of today-no matter how small-is what makes our lives rich and full. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Ave., we see ourselves as part of this community and seek to provide a valuable service in a way that supports our communal life. Call us at 347-3431. QUOTE: “Life's a precious and wonderful thing. The more you use, the more you have, that's the miracle of it!” -Kyle Samuel Crichton Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline December 23 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR RIVERSIDE AUTO SERVICE Quality Auto Body Repairs Mechanical Repairs Towing Service State Inspection Sperryville (540) 987-8264 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 10% discount on first cleaning Reasonable Prices Free Estimates 540-9374247/540-937-5576 Cabinetmaker Gene Lyman Cabinetmaker Repairs • Refinishmg • Restorations • Reproductions 540-987-8443 . MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Service CPA Firm Washington, Virginia (540) 675-2043 CONSTRUCTION Joseph F. Keyser Building Construction Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 EXCAVATING BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane. Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 s8SK5d $3 Buno”i"8 Service Truck Mowing Water, Utility, Gravel, Sand, Dirt Landscaping Drains Lines Topsoil & Mulch Snow Removal Footers 4 Hauling Culverts Driveways NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL TODD BROWN marm iMinmnw mam FENCING ICING . ;ile, Barb Wire, Wire, Chain Link, ir8 and Electric, Split Rail Privacy Fencing AvallaMa Atoo Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-2668 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The One-Slop Shop toe complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • A moo* Treatments Walpaper • Skp Covers & Upholstery Rmkbnttal A Cofnmtciai RL 211 AmiMvilte, VA 937-5500 CHIMNEY CLEANING Chimney Sweeping Relining OUt '7*duo*eet Service Fully Insured t6 Ifuvu, Sx^erieMce Bruce Vierling (540) 675-3508 CONSTRUCTION T.G. TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 ESSBM Vests Excavating Specialized BacKhoe, Dump Tack Hauling, Ditch Digging. Culverts, Mowing, Bushhogging & Driveway Grading, Snow Remwal 675-1117 Keys Excavating & Landscaping We do it all! Free Estimates Insured 540-987-9259 Excavating IriKlun^ & hquipmcnt Ini Roads • Drain Fields Ponds » Basements Riding Ring? « Gearing Quality Work and Satisfied Customers an Our #1 Priority Maun Sutphm (540) 675-3429 374 Ben Venue K*1 Flint Hill. VA 22627 EQUIPMENT RENTAL PAGE CO-OP RENTAL CENTER 139 Virginia Avenue • Luray, VA 22835 (888) 843-2670 Seeders • TVencher • Chain Saws Jack Hammer • Pressure Washers Log Splitter • Generators Carpet Cleaners WHY BUY, WHEN YOU CAN RENT? Complete Small Engine Repair A Service RESTAURANT THE COUNTRY CAFE Mondsy-TTuxtay8am.to8pm. RtiaySakfday 8 am. to 9 pjn Sunday 8 am to 3 pm. 675-1066 Take out Available INSPECTIONS Home Inspections Construction MgmtTQCjConsulting Since 1987 DPL Engineers Civil engineer Residential/Commercial 540-937-8219 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (S40) 547-3452 PAINTING Specialty Paint & Spackle Vinvl Siding Interior & Exterior Fulf 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 SPERRYVIIXE STORAGE CO. Safe Handy Storage Residential Commercial Reasonable Rates 540/987-8507 SPERKYVUXE, VA TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONETV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shack Dealer, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool & Roper Appliances 312 North Main St., Madison (540) 948-2200 SHOPPING In The New Millennium ^ http//value.sbn.com A New Way To Shop! STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storag Located 5 miles west of Warrentoii af 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 Water 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, m stock installation Class A Certified 540-675-3249

INDEX Please refer to category you wish to use Hentais 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 111. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 144. Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Townhouses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Real Estate 180. Commercial - Rent 188. Commercial - Sale 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment & Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. 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 Furniture & Equipment 270. Penny-Pinchers 273. Pets 274. Pet Supplies/Sale/Service 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 286. Seasonal Sales 290. Fraa Merchandise Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortaages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneour Services 395. Services Wanted ,„A . Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes L#fla| Not|c#, 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals baraer caucauon 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. Paris/Accessories 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. Vehicles Wanted Employment 'General Classified Legal Notices Real Estate Rentals/ Sales Automotive &r£§ rour Communi NORTHERN VIRGINIA f\J~ PlAc&rh&pJ, New Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. By Phone: Loudoun 703-777-1110 Loudoun 703-689-1260 Metro 703-444-4480 Fauquier 540-347-4222 Clarke 1-800-339-6267 Rappahannock 1-800-852-4797 By Fax: 703-689-1278 By Web: http://www.timespapers.com By Mail: Times Community Newspapers Classified Department, P.0. Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20176-3013 In Person: Stop by our offices heated 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 1a EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations, or discrimination. Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline tor that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you tor any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. We Accept |H I 11^1 22 neniais Houses V_✓ SPERRYVILLE 2BR brick, full bsmt, CAC/Heat, all appl. 5 acres. No inside pets. $875/mo 540-987-8975 SPERRYVILLE SKYLINE SIDE, 2BR, new built, W/D, woodfloors, $795 703-712- 8443 day 540-675-3435 eve Hunting Properties HUNTING/ FISHING ACREAGE WANTED TO LEASE: Approx. 300-1000 acres. Small group of sportsman would like to lease hunting and if available fishing rights for property in Fauquier, Culpeper, Loudoun or Rappahanock Counties. Primarily to hunt deer and waterfowl, fishing is a bonus. We are ethical hunters and follow all state and local game laws. Will provide insurance policy and respect all request of landowner. Please call Warren Watkins ©H: 540-347-5072 or O: 703-754-0630 Furniture / Appliances TRADITIONAL CHERRY DINING room table, one leaf, 6 chairs, beveled glass lighted china cabinet $1,800 OBO, 540-675-1433 r----——n 252 Livestock V_ J LLAMASt Great family fun/business. Gentle, clean, easy & economical to raise on sm. acreage. Compet. prices. Great X-mas gift! 540-439-4665. Mice. For Sale LOSE WEIGHT NATURALLY. 30 lbs/30 day, $ back guar. Dr. formulated. Herbal. Free samples.800-826-9247. 273 !*•«• V___ _. _ J GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, AKC, blk/tan, Females, 2 shots/wrmd, $300 up. Parents on site. 540-423-1412. JACK RUSSELL TERRIER puppies for sale. Ready for Christmas!! 1 Female, 2 males bom 10/15. Tri-colors, sable & white, rough, smooth, broken-coale I Shortlegged 12", oldfashioned variety. Father-rough coat, tri, champion working stock. Mother-smooth coat from English conformation line. Puppies bred specifically for pood disposition, conformation. Ready 12/10 or will hold for X-mas. $350. 540-364-2929. LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPS: Ch sired English, M/F yellow $500. Also young adult for adoption to approved home. 540937-4262. 294 Okowsys ■>> v J FREE FIREWOOD. You cut & haul. Call 540347-5318. FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-543-2079. 350 Business Services Local Cleaning Service Monday only Rappahannock Co. References Expereienced Reasonable Rates 540-987-8853 EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The one-slop shop for complete Home Decoratine Service Floor Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper' Slip Covers & Upholstery Residential A Commerical Rt 211 Aminville, VA 937-5500 356 Childcare Wanted PART TIME CHILD care needed in Amisville. References required 540-937-4323. WANTED: before & after school & summer care] for our 8yr old in our| Broad Run home. Ref req. 540-349-8865. CHEVY CAVALIER 1988, PS, PB, AnVFm cass., AC, 6K on rebuilt engine. New alternator, new brakes, new tires, new headliner, gray w/ black interior. $1,475 OBO 540-349-4843. **r 91 FORD TAURUS Stationwagon, clean, reliable car. 3rd seat, exc. cond. $5450. 540-3471656. Evenings. HONDA 1996 ACCORD LX four door. Power windows and locks. AM/FM radio and cassette player. A/C 68,000 miles. Excellent condition. Call 703-4505864. $14,000. Parts * > Accessories v CRUNCH 12" SPEAKERS in custom made box. Like new. $20Q/FIRM. Call Thomas 540-347-1970. 650 675 Trucks/ Pickups FORD F-15Q 1981, new insp., battery & tires; $1000, obo. Great truck! 540-364-1894. WANT YOUR PHONE TO RING? BUYING? SELLING? Times Community Newspapers Classified Has It! Call TODAY. 540-347-422? For Employment and Classified Advertising <z> •d C/3 C/3 rs u u •s u JS u C/5 <D •fl Ui <2 2000 Legacy Outback Sport Utility Sedan V 2000 Subaru Forester SUBARU The Beauty of All-Wheel Drivel No Process ‘Based on Subaru's OLP/SOLI 3rd Qtr. Report 1999. IIU1 REYNOLDS PONT1AC-CADLLAC-GMC TRUCK-BUICK-SUBARU, NC. 540/672-3700 or 800/444-3702 1 249 MADISON ROAD • ORANGE,VA 22960 www.reynolds-pontiac.com family owned & operated since i&g The Perfect Gift ...Anytime “On The Morning Side u"wwv! Of The Blue Ridge” tells the story of Rappahannock County and its people The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles j which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquincentennial year in | the Rappahannock News plus stories of historical interest from past I years. Featuring chapters on education, soldiers, doctors, slavery, ] freemen and integration, mountain people and the park, The j Depression, old mills and settlements, travel, entertainment, nat- ; ural disasters, mountain justice and farming. The collection of arti- j cles was written by the Rappahannock News staff with the help and ! cooperation on hundreds of Rappahannock people. Stop by the Rappahannock News office or call 675-3338 for your copy - “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” $11.95 plus tax and $1.90 for postage ' 'Mr ........

EMPLOYMENT rmMm Mltliw ' P1*3 Employment V-_ -* I ADVERTISING - SALES EXECUTIVE Sail ad space by phone in a unique technical publication and companion CDROM. Base plus high commission rate to West Coast customers. Earning potential unlimited for assertive and creative, hungry salesperson. Call Don White at: 540-347-0030 1-800-241-4362 AUTO PARTS COUNTER SALES | Part-time Positions. 16 Northern VA lo-' cations, (Prince William, Loudoun & Fairfax Counties), Exp required. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 v CNA | Reliable, experienced . . (home care experience preferred but not required), flexible, well-organized PRN needed. Excellent Working environment. Call Hospice of the Rapidan, 540-825-4840, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM weekdays. DATA - ENTRY PPERATOR e Flex hours • Good salary • Benefits • Strong office skills a must . ' 540-341-0431 ' -• ext. 336 j 800-934-3741 • - DRIVERS/ ; DELIVERY iFull-time and part-time positions. AM & vPM shifts. Full bene>f!ts, year-round work, Inot seasonal. Locations in Loudoun, JPrince William & ■Fairfax Counties, f Call: . . » Fairfax Auto Parts > 703-323-5300 ELECTRICIAN MECHANICS & HELPERS Commercial/ Residential- VA Work only. Excellent pay with paid vacation/ holidays, transportation, health ii.^ ranee, 401K, Apprenticeship Sponsor. Apply by CONTRACTORS, NC. 540-349-8500 (EOE) LOOKING FOR HOUDAY HELPan Advertise in Our Seasonal Employment Banner Page Oct. 6th through Dec. 21st RUN A MINIMUM OF 4 WEEKS A RECEIVE A SPECIAL DISCOUNT!!!! PHONE: (540) 347-4222 FAX: (540) 349-8676 Email: www.time8papq-B.com SECURITY Richmond Security is hiring immediately for the position of security officer for a site in Culpeper. FT/PT/3rd shift. Retirees encouraged to apply 800-821-0581 Small Business Incubator Feasibility Study Request for Qualifications The Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Partnership, a committee ol the Rappahannock-Rapidan Planning District Commission, is coordinating a small business incubator feasibility study lor Culpeper, Madison and Rappahannock Counties. Proposals are requested for consultant services to direct the feasibility study. The study is to be completed by August 30. 2000. Questions and qualifications should be sent to Gary Christie, Excecutive Director, RappahannockRapidan Planning District Commission, 211 Waters Place, Culpeper, VA 22701, 540-829-7450, rrpdOcrosslink.net before 5:00 p.m., January 7, 12-15-99 _*291350 MAJOR NON-PROFIT HEALTH ORGANIZATION SEEKS A FUND RAISING PROJECT MANAGER for a temporary assignment. The successful candidate will implement plans for community based fund raising events in assigned region, recruit and train volunteers, provider reports on activities, assist in coordinating publicity in promotion and provide on going communication to staff & volunteers.* Bachelors degree with 2-3 years of fund raising exp. Excellent communication in project management skills needed. Send cover letter resume and salary requirements to: Box JEC290757 ' The Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20188 eoe* * * Non-smoking environment_ TIMES COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Corporate Office-13873 Park Center Rd. #301. Herndon. VA 20171 FAX: 703-435-9754 EMAIL: I8chlllina@timespaper8.com • Advertising Representative: Seeking energetic, outgoing sales person with can-do attitude to join growing Northern Virginia Newspaper company. Minimum of 2 yrs experience preferred. Opportunity includes great earning potential and competitive benefits package. Fax resume and salary requirements in confidence to L. Schilling at 703-478-6691. Principals only. EOE. APPLICANT INFORMATION: * Applications and resumes must be submitted separately for each position at the location specified. Fax or email resume or you can apply In person. We offer a competitive benefit package, which Includes 401K. ©me$ Community Newspapers ■ AN VIAOINI. EOE SKYLINE CAP HEADSTART HAS THE FOLLOWING VACANCY in Rappahannock Family Worker Responsible for recruitment and enrollment of children and facilitating comprehensive family services. Minimum qualifications: high school dlploma/GED, ability to work well with people, knowledge of the community and resources, good record keeping skills and a valid drivers license; $8.37/hour, (25 hours/week) nine month , position. Benefits in-1 eluded. No prior No prior convictions related to child/adult abuse Male/Female Equal Opportunity Employer Send resume by Dec. 22 to Deborah Powell, Skyline CAP Head Start, P.O. Box 588, Madison, Virginia 22727. DISH WASHER 68.00 per hr. Phase apply In parson 692 Federal St., Paris, Va. 640-592-3900 Join the Harris Team & Let the New Year be Better than Last Year. eEarn up to .35c/mile e Layover and Stop Off Pay e Safety Bonus ana Awards e Paid Health / Life Insurance e 2 Wks Vac / 6 Paid Holidays e401K / Profit Sharing e Satellite Communications COME GROW WITH US 1.800-929-5003 www.harristrk.com PHIBBS. BURKHOLDER GEISERT & HUFFMAN. LLP Formerly Drunagel, Johnson, Rutherford & Wilkins, PLC ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Accounting firm desires experienced Administrative Assistant. Excellent client relations, telephone etiquette and familiarity with Word required. Superior work ethic and professionalism are a must. Please send resume to: 29 Culpeper Street Warrenton, VA 20186 QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN Smith-Midland Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician. Duties include concrete aggregate testing, product inspection before and after casting, some report preparation and other duties as assigned. Background in precast concrete and blueprint reading helpful. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, competitive wages and opportunities for advancement. Interested persons may send resumes to: Smith-Midland, Corp P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax resumes to: 540-439-1232 or contact Personnel at: 540-439-3266 The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the following positions of Dispatcher/Matron. Deputy Sheriff/Jailer Applications may be obtained in person from the Sheriff’s Office Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Applications must be completed & returned to the Sheriff’s Office prior to December 24, 1999. Rappahannock County Sheriff's Office P.O. Box 487 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-3331 All Equal Opportunity Employer ACCOUNTANTS HILL, BARTH & KING, LLC, a regional CPA firm is currently seeking a full-time entry-level Staff Accountant for its Warrenton, Virignia office. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, a competent working knowledge of computers and accounting software, strong oral & written communications skills, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with other staff and clients. We offer a competitive salary & benefit package including: • Paid Vacation • 401 (k) & Profit Sharing t • Health Benefits • Flexible Schedules • Referral Bonus • Client Incentive Bonus Interested individuals should reply in confidence with resume to: D. Marshall 5 Rock Pointe Lane Suite 150 Warrenton, Virginia 20186 VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS COFFEEWOOD CORRECTIONAL CENTER POB 500 MITCHELLS, VA 22729 Fax#(540) 829-7383 CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR: Corrections Officer $21.657-33.881 Continuous RECRUIT Duties: Maintains security, custody and control over inmates at the institution and while in transport. Supervises inmate daily activities and records behavior to insure safe environment. Complete training and uniforms provided. Requirements: HS/GED 21+ yrs old valid drivers license. Previous experience in military, public or private security helpful but not required. Registered Nurse S30.929-48.287 (Poe. #000651 Duties: Provides/administers general nursing care to inmates, working Independently in a clinic setting. Assists physician in exams. Performs prescribed treatments and dispenses medication. Keeps records and updates charts. Req: Graduation from an accredited nursing program and RN license. Exp in general nursing and/or emerg. Medical care. Corrections Nurse Technician S22.642-3S.351 Continuous Duties: Performs general nursing and related medical services to inmates. Req: LPN License, exp in general nursing and/or emerg. care. If there are any questions regarding the duties and qualifications please contact the Human Resource Office O (540)829-6483 ext. 2163 or 2171. A state application is required-resumes are not accepted in Heu of a fully completed state application. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation and a preemployment drug screen. EOE 4-Hers enjoy caving trip BY HAZEL ZINN-DAY 4-H Program Support Technician, Senior Three 4-H members from Rappahannock County attended the 4-H Junior Caving Trip near Franklin, W.Va. Gunnar Propst reports “The 4-H Junior Caving Trip was great. We spent our first night at the 4-H Center in Front Royal. Lance Johnson, our 4-H leader on this trip, pointed a lot of things out to the future cavers. On Saturday, we visited a commercial cave to get used to being underground. Then we traveled to near Franklin, W.Va. and set up camp and ate lunch. We got to see lots of things in West Virginia. We then explored Trout Cave. There . were a lot of bats in the Trout cave. We spent ' about five hours in the cave. It was exciting and tiring. We had such a great time.” Jesse Palmer said his favorite thing about the trip was “being in the cave and seeing the ■ bats.” Josh Makela said he thought the caving trip was “really cool”. The most exciting thing that l happened to him was when he almost ran into B one or two bats. All three of these 4-Her’s are looking fofward to the next 4-H Junior Caving Trip. Photo courtesy of Michael Besec&r 2 { 'l CAVE MEN: Josh Makeia, Gunnar Propst and Jesse Palmer enjoyed a recent caving trip ne^ir . Franklin, W. Va. ■ t New calendar features Shenandoah Park The Shenandoah National Park Year 2000 calendar, featuring the beauty of Shenandoah National Park, is now available. The calendar is jointly produced by the Shenandoah Natural History Association and the park concessioner, ARAMARK. The 12 color photos in this calendar represent the park in all seasons. Within the monthly grids, historic dates and tidbits of information are printed on their dates, for example, the date President Roosevelt dedi cated the park in 1936; the date the last • remaining life-resident Annie Shenk died; the date of the first National Park Service employ- ; ee hired at Shenandoah; and many more. The calendars, which retail for $8.99, are ; available from the Shenandoah Natural History Association (999-3582), and from the Luray/Page County Chamber of Commerce, Front Royal Chamber of Commerce, Royal Oak Bookstore in Front Royal, and Faith Mountain Company in Sperryville. WEDDING STATIONERY Beautiful Wedding Stationery INVITATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS NAPKINS • BRIDAL BOOKS ACCESSORIES 3&appaf)anttock Jjtetol 675-3338

Sperryville social notes Congratulations to Lillian Aylor who was chosen to be the Vice Chair of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee. Sperryviile By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 The Sperryviile United Methodist Church will hold their Christmas Eve communion service on Friday, Dec. 24 at 8 p.m. The community is invited to attend. Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Jenkins, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Baldwin, Mr. Ronnie Jenkins and Mr. Russell Cave of Boston visited Mr. Curtis Dodson at the University of Virginia Hospital on Sunday. Mrs. Ethel Jenkins of Aroda and Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Buracker visited Mr. Dodson on Monday. This weekend will be the last weekend for music at Cooter’s just west of Sperryviile. The Garage Band will perform on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. The Page County Ramblers will be there on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. \ Marriage License The following marriage licenses were recorded recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office in Washington. Mitchell Front, Washington, D.C. and Melissa Bargar-Hughes, Washington, D.C. Gary Wayne Pullen, Woodville and Beverly Sue Clatterbuck, Woodville. 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. Winston Sibert and .wife to David L. Brooks and wife, 3.40 acres, Stonewall District. $23,000. Werner Krebser to Fred W. Borden and wife, 1.407 acres, boundary adjustment, Wakefield District. $3,693.38. Elizabeth D. Bennett, Trustee to carol Ross Joynt, 6.513 square feet, Town of Washington, Hampton District. $94,000. FOR SALE BY OWNER Custom-built, cedar sided, four bedroom Colonial on five wooded acres in Amissville. Wraparound deck and cedar front porch provide outdoor living to enjoy the quietness and the wildlife. Hardwood floors, ceramic tile baths, stone fireplace and cherry cabinets are the up-scale appointments that make this house a good buy at $239,000. (Buyer Brokers Protected) The Buyer’s Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker (540) 675-1190 540-937-5703 m. REALTOR Owner is licensed Real Estate Broker butchz@summit.net EOUAi. XX!Sit* OPPO«TUNIT> Bruce Wilcox Vierling and wife to Jennifer Vierling Thede and husband, 4.4801 acres, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. Public Welfare Foundation to Fielding E. Lamason Jr. and wife, 50.944 acres, Hampton District. $295,000. J.H. Burke and wife to Robert T. Thompson and others. $154,500. Boatmen’s National Mortgage Inc. to Cynthia C. Cummins and others, .5957 acres, Wakefield District. $69,000. Combo Real Estate Advertising Rates Available Call for Information 675-3338 Mary Virginia Lamus Quante, Trustee to Joy Turner Luke and others, 32.18 acres, Piedmont District. $65,000. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office OFF AARON MOUNTAIN ROAD - 25.5 acre wooded parcel. $80,000 PARK BOUNDARY and Broad Hollow Stream are features of these 10.1 wooded acres. $75,000 James W. Leake 987-8236 Bud Corder • John Eubank 675-3291 ^ 987-8146 AFFORDABLY PRICED! ' Quality Designed Wood Construction Storage Sheds Built to Order Built to Last Barn Garage Storage Shed Sizes From 4'x6‘ to 14'x32' Carriage House pv Gazebo Centreville • 703-830-5674 Warrenton • 540-349-8788 14017 West View Dr. 5280 Lee Hwy. (Rt. 29 ) (Rts. 28 & 29 off Old Centreville Rd.) New Baltimore Mon.-Fri. 8-5 p.m., Sat. 9-2 p.m. iGRl, CRS, CRB, RU (International Relocation Services) "Financing Real Estate" Real Estate financing at one time was fairly simple. You had two types of loans, either the Government backed VA, FHA or the Conventional. With the Conventional loans the Bank would lend you 75 to 80% loan to value. Meaning that the property had to appraise for 75 to 80% of what you wanted to borrow. If it appraised for the required value the bank would lend you the 75 to 80% and the borrower would come up with the rest as a down payment. Your credit would have to be checked out and the employment history would have to be satisfactory. With the Government Loans, the Government would guarantee the bank the portion of the loan that the borrowers would normally put down as a down payment. Hence the 100% VA Loan and the 95 to 97.5% FHA Loan. Today there are many variations of the Government Guarantee L oan. The State of Virginia has its own program along with other agricultural programs sponsored by the Federal Government To list a few: VHDA, FMHA, RHDA. Most of the programs are designed to assist moderate to low income families obtain affordable housing. Some of these programs offer low interest rates and a small down payment. The advertising of today concerning Mortgage Loans would lead you -to believe that financing and getting credit is easy. Don't be fooled. Be prepared to document everything you say to a loan officer. You will need W2s or tax returns to verify your income. In addition you will need verification of your employment A credit check will also be required. I hope this information will be helpful the next time you need to finance or re-finance your home. Please call if I can be of service. Office: 540-635-9808 Home: 540-987-9336 • You can view my listings on the internet: www.homesdatabase.com/samsnead P.S. Don't be afraid to make an appointment with a busy agent. SAM SNEAD We wish to thank our valuable and much appreciated clients and friends who helped us achieve another successful year. Please join us for holiday cheer to be held at the Town Hall, 485 Gay Street Washington, VA 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 17th. Real Estate III 291 Gay St./The Theater Building Washington, Virginia E-mail: re3@crosslink.net 675-1373 Rick Kohler Amy Sloane 937-6146 987-8668 Mitzie Young 675-3555 t t. \ t