Rappahannock News, January 19, 2000

| 274994 LIBRARY OF VIRGINIA SERIALS SECTION 800 E BROAD ST RICHMOND VA 23219-1905 be Mwifa /A^/ """ii-n.r* n vr—Tr~ —ip—Tp—-<t~ 123rd Year ... No. ^ 3 Phone (540)675-3338 '' Family^ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2000 www.timespapers.com 1 50 cents Rapp Briefs Meeting scheduled Stonewall-Hawthome District Planning Commissioner, Mr. Thomas Tepper, will present a special talk on village planning issues during the first Woodville Community Organization meeting of this century. The meeting will be held at the Woodville Baptist Church, Saturday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. Part of a county-wide planning initiative, the objective is to start a community dialog on a variety of topics ranging from town zoning and growth potential to quality of life issues and community goals. All residents and interested friends are encouraged to attend. A free color map of the present Woodville zoning will be given to the first 25 attendees. For more information, contact Jeff Light at 987-9523 or jntlight@summit.net. School calendar updates, reminder Rappahannock County Public Schools will be closed all day on Thursday, Jan. 27 for Parent/Teacher conferences. Conferences will be held 1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. School will be closed all day on Friday, Jan. 28 for staff training. Reminder: School will be held on regular schedule on Monday, Feb. 21. This day was originally scheduled to be a holiday but is now a school day because of weather closings earlier in the school year. Job Readiness seminars offered A series of four “Job Readiness” seminars will be offered by the Adult Education Program and the Virginia Employment Commission. Starting on Jan. 24 at the Rappahannock High School, there will be seminars offered on: Searching for jobs; Completing a resume; Interviewing and Acting the part. Seminars are $5 per participant. Other Adult Education classes being Jan. 17-24 and cost $25 - $40. Please call 9878773 or visit the web site http ://rapp_ed .tripod .com. Happenings • Wednesday, Jan. 19, the Rappahannock County Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the courthouse. New agenda items include: Jenkins Mountain A-F District Withdrawal; Haskell A-F District Tag-on; Babcock/GOMO Land Trust Professional Office; Henze Cottage Industry; Gillis Residential Care Facility and a work session for: Village issues and Variance/setback concern (in village areas). • Thursday, Jan. 27 at 7:30 p.m. the Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at the courthouse. Election of Officers for 2000 will be conducted by Zoning Administrator; meeting dates and times will be determined. New business items include: Special use, Babcock/GOMO Land Trust Professional Office and special use for Henze Cottage Industry. • Monday, Feb. 7, the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors will meet at 2 and 7 p.m. in the courthouse. • Tuesday, Feb. 8, the Rappahannock County School Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. • Wednesday, Feb. 9, the Washington Town Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Up, up and away! Rappahannock News Photo/Carl Ebom Number 10, Megan Fairbrother spikes the ball during last Fridays contest against the Strasburg Rams. The varsity Panthers won the battle two games to one, while the J.V. lost two to one. * See story on A-3 J Ethel Emerita by local Democrats On Jan. 10, Ethel I Timbers Bailey welcomed a small band of local Democrats to her home in Washington, who bestowed on her a plaque honoring her for her many years of devoted service as Treasurer of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee (RCDC). The plaque had been reviewed and enthusiastically approved by the RCDC on Jan. 4, its first meeting of the new millennium, but was not then presented to Mrs. Bailey since she was ill and unable to attend the meeting. The plaque, wrapped appropriately in a red ribbon, reads as follows: “'With Love and Gratitude for Her Loyalty and Dedication Ethel Timbers Bailey has been unanimously I elected Treasurer Emerita of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee January 4, 2000” I See BAILEY, Page A6 Photo courtesy of Floyd Stilley PLAQUE AWARDED: Meredith Gorfein, newly elected Chairman of the Rappahannock Democratic Committee presented Mrs. Ethel Bailey with a plaque recently at her home for many years df service as treasurer of the committee. ■'*"K —3t Fourth of July hot topic during council session BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer For the fourth time in as many months, the Washington Town Council discussed the impending year 2000 Fourth of July celebration. As July comes ever closer, the Council and Washington town residents still appear to be undecided as to the nature of this year’s event, and without definitive direction the planning process and the celebration itself may suffer. Town Fourth of July Committee chair Charlie Tompkins opened discussions on the subject at the January Town Council meeting by asking rhetorically, “I wonder if we are missing the point.” He suggested that the event should be a “viable and pleasant day for those who live in and visit the town,” but noted that instead, the “citizens have been focused on inconveniences and not on what the Fourth means.” Town Treasurer Elaine Viguerie said that “It is important to decide what the objective is. Is it to bring in revenue?. . . To have a viable and pleasant day? . . .To bring in revenue for the shops?” lompkins responded by stating that the Fourth of July celebration is “not a moneymaker. It’s a community day,” and he noted the benefit that the event has had for local non-profit organizations such as the Episcopal Church, the Lions Club, and the Library. Council members and meeting attendees continued by discussing event approaches and features, and various suggestions were made to improve this year’s celebration. Suggestions were forwarded to shorten the celebration to a half of the day, " to revert to the practice of using local vendors only, to add the high school marching band and floats to the parade, and to promote juried events like livestock judging. There appeared to be a support to, as Charlie Tompkins said, “restore that feeling of community” and make the Fourth of July celebration one that is community-centered as it had been in the past. Included in the meeting material package was a copy of William Carrigan’s comments made at the June 12, 1996 Town Council meeting. Mr. Carrigan, the major Fourth of July celebration benefactor, had said at that time that his “original inten- - tion in offering this ideal location (his front yard on Middle Street) for the fireworks was for the community, with their family and friends, to join together to celebrate Independence Day.” It was also reported that “he would like to see a return to a July See COUNCIL, Page A6 Country Manor slapped by 84 mph cyclonic winds Thursday BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer Wind gusted to 84 mph and tornadoes were spawned in Sperryville last Thursday as La Nina continued to provide winter surprises. Brute winds stripped trees of extraneous limbs, trash was freed to scatter unrestrained, and Country Manor suffered the ill effects of a small but virulent twister. “I was sdared to death,” Country Manor proprietress Phyllis Swindler recounted. “I was looking out the back window and saw a little whirlwind moving past. I came back to the front of the store and saw a big cloud of dust—I thought maybe it was a fire. Then I saw that the far window and merchandise had been sucked right out of the shop!” The mini-tornado had circled Country Manor, randomly peeling off storm windows, and then settled for a moment at the store’s west end, stripping the display window and pulling clothes, purses, belts and steel display racks and redepositing them across the deck and around the yard. “Thank God that Tom and Scott were nearby,” Phyllis said. She had called Tom Henry and Scott Muthersbaugh, who came and sealed the window opening with plywood and prevented further damage. Phyllis estimated that damage to the shop and its contents amounted to $27,.000. I Rappahannock News Photo/Gerald Ochs ‘ AND THE WINDS BLEW: Phyllis Swindler is assessing the damage done to 1 her building and merchandise following a mini-twister on Thursday.

earn early pollination Everythin^about a1^ flower has evdWpd to bring about pollinai^VI^ that results in fertilization of the female ovaries enclosed in pistils. This occurs through the activity of either wind or insects „ (in some cases, hum1 mmgbirds). If the flower is showy, with bright colors and an inviting aroma from nectar, an insect is lured in to visit for pollen, which bees convert to wax, and nectar, which, in turn, is processed as honey. Cross-pollination — the transfer of pollen from one flower to another — is considered the most effective method of mixing genes to produce, through the seed, a healthy plant. Flowers to great lengths to effect All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott cross-pollination. So it is with the bloom of the Magnolia grandiflora. In this waxy white flower, the stigmas, the busi_ ness ends of the pistils (female parts), ripen first -— ready for pollen grains on their sticky surfaces. In this phase of the flower’s life, the petals arch over the stigma and form a cozy, protective hideaway for beetles. With plenty of nectar on exposed, easily accessible glands deep within the flower bowl and well below the stigma, the beetles gather to sip this nectar. When the anthers (male parts) ripen, showering the bumbling beetles with pollen, the petals open and quickly fall off. No longer protected by the arching petals, beetles quickly make off to another flower which is in the early stages of the one they just abandoned. They carry a fresh load of pollen from the preceding flower and deposit it on the ripe stigmas of the second flower, thus ensuring cross-pollination. It works, and has worked since the beginning of time. The fertilized ovaries grow into seeds, which, in turn, get distributed (probably by birds) and sprout, beginning the life of a new Magnolia grandiflora that will, in time, produce flowers to entice beetles with their pungent, distinctive aroma. Magnolia grandiflora is not the largest of this noble family of trees in North America. A deciduous species, Magnolia macrophylla, has one of the largest single leaves of any tree in the world. Imagine a leaf nearly 3 feet long and up to 12 inches wide. The white flower of the largeleafed magnolia matches the leaves in size, being 12 inches across. This rare tree is southern in distribution and occurs in protected places in the mountains, where its great leaves are not likely to be torn by high winds. Macrophylla translates simply into “big-leaved.” That it certainly is. I came across the large-leafed magnolia once in a mountain cove in West Virginia and was astonished. Two friends in McLean had this tree on their respective properties, where they had been planted as ornamentals. I must admit I visited each more from a botanical interest than from friendship. My favorite is the common sweetbay magnolia, Magnolia virginiana, which has the curious quality of being evergreen in the south and deciduous in the north. Those of the Virginia Piedmont are deciduous. In some areas, particularly along the coast, this tree with the sweet-smelling foliage occurs commonly as a shrub. The flowers are miniatures of Magnolia grandiflora and are only 2-3 inches across. They are fragrant and give the tree its name of sweetbay. • * The sweetbay magnolia has the same glossy, green leaves — yet much smaller — of the evergreen southern magnolia, but the undersides are silvery-white with a silky sheen. The twigs are unusual in being bright green. I All this reading, thinking and writing about magnolias makes me long for spring, when I can go on a magnolia search. To keep me contented until then, I can ride about the Virginia countryside and admire' splendid examples of Magnolia grandiflora planted many years ago and the tulip tree, Liriodendron tulipifera, also a magnolia, that defines and graces the Virginia countryside. Write Virginia naturalist John Trott care of this newspaper: P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va., 22747. Panther Pause: news in brief BY JAN MAKE LA Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • On Jan. 4 Native American Storyteller, Dr. Red Hawk, visited RCHS and gave students a rare glimpse into Native American culture as his stories came alive with adventure. His presentation included information relating to the Social Studies SOL for Virginia as well. Many thanks to RCHS Art teacher, Ms. Laurie Marshall, for arranging this wonderful program and to the Curriculum Enrichment Program for funding it. • RCPS Band Director, Mrs. Lynne Fournier, is very pleased to announce that 15 students from grades 6-12 were selected by Va. Tech to take part in their Honors Band program. These talented and fortunate students will take part in three days of master classes, rehearsals and a gala event. Out of 1600 names submitted by band directors in five states only 550 were chosen. The RCPS students who were selected are: Andrew Clinedinst, Matt Wolfe, Mark Williams, Sara Langelle, Josh McArthur, Frank Gioia, Eva Mills, Lindsay Neill-Dore, A Jacob Stilley, Mattie £ Nawrocki, Lauren Powell, ™ Lara Kreyling, Brian ^ Taylor, Courtney Hutchenson, and Anna Kreyling. We wish them REMINDER TO DOG OWNERS COUNTY TAGS DUE All Rappahannock County dog owners are reminded that they need to obtain their dog licenses for 2000 no later than January 31. The Treasurer’s Office is open from 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday to serve you. Should you have any questions, please call (540) 6753334. By Order of: John W. 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Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, PO. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. all success in this special activity. • Five Rappahannock students were chosen for the District 14 Band to be held Feb. 4 and 5 at Loudoun High School. Mike Wiese, euphonium, Wendy Gillis, alto sax, Jacob Stilley, Trombone, Mattie Nawrocki, trumpet, and Samantha Breeden, piccolo. Jacob Stilley has been ranked as the second best trombonist in the district, Nawrocki as t h e Mattie eighth best trumpeter, Samantha Breeden was one of only two piccolo players chosen. We are very pleased with the way in which these talented students have represented our school system. There will be a free concert on Saturday, Feb. 5. Please plan to attend. • The phenomenally enthusiastic RCHS Pep Band will perform at RCHS athletic events on the following dates Friday, Jan. 28, Tuesday, Feb. 8 and Tuesday, Feb. 15. Band members are to arrive at 7 p.m., and they will play at 7:30. • The District 14 Band Festival is scheduled for March 11 at Sherando High School. Spectators are always welcome to attend to cheer on our student musicians. • The • RCES Artist Residency will culminate in Match with the School # Program “Making Waves”. This residency was made possible | through a grant I from the Virginia |L Commission for the ^ Arts which was written by RCES teachers Mrs. Joy Rollins and Mrs. Harriette Rosenblatt with Multi-Media Artist, Ms. Sharon Wyrrick, MusicianSongwriter, Mr. Paul Reisler, and Visual Artist, Ms. Rose ■_® 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 Marie Prins. The School Program is being directed by Ms. Wyrrick and involves many students throughout the school. • The community is cordially invited to attend one of the special performances of “Making Waves” on Thursday, March 2 at 7 p.m. or Friday, March 3 at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend one of these wonderful performances. I especially hope that our RCHS and RCES volunteers will be able to attend as our way of thanking you for your generosity throughout the year. We would love to entertain you. • The next Home Game for the RCHS Boys’ Basketball teams will be Friday, Jan. 28 against Madison High School. The games begin at 6 p.m. If you would like a copy of the game schedule, please stop by the office at RCHS. Thanks so much for your support of our athletic programs. • Upcoming Home Games for the RCHS Girls’ Volleyball teams will be held on Friday, Jan. 21 against Clarke, Wednesday, Jan. 26 against Madison and Tuesday, Feb. 1 against Stonewall. 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Highland School 597 Broadview Avenue • Warrenton, VA 20186 540-347-1221 • Fax: 540-347-5860 E-mail: admin@highland-school.org • Web: http://www.highland-school.org winter event. * • Parent-Teacher Conferences at RCES and RCHS are scheduled fon Thursday, Jan. 27. Please try to attend to chat with your child’s teachers about his/her progress. Taking the time to get to know our teachers and to understand your child’s classroom routine will help you to assist your child more effectively at home. We look forward to seeing you on the 27. • The RCES PTO will once again sponsor a Dinner for RCPS Teachers on Conference; Night. If you receive a request to help, please consider doing so. It is difficult for the teach-' era to leave the schools to qat elsewhere and return in time for the second session of conferences. Our staff members are always extremely appreciative of this kindness shown to them. Thank you for assist-, ing in any way that you can. • For the second year in a row a RCES student has won the WVPT Public Television Young Environmentalist Award. Students from throughout the WVPT viewing" area compete and we are proud to announce that fourth grader Molly McCarthy won this year. Molly’s teachers are Ms. Amy Saxton and Mrs. Amy Gubler. Last year’s winner was Ben Rupchis. Ben is a, sixth grader this year. We will print more information as it becomes available. • Thanks to the RCES PTO Playground Committee, chaired by Mrs. Shannon Swain, new swing sets have been installed on the hill next, to the soccer fields at RCES. Please consider joining your PTO, so that we can continue to support these kinds of projects for our students. • The next RCES PTO din-< ner meeting will be on Friday, Jan. 21. Dinner will begin at 6 p.m., the meeting will start at 7. Bring your children, your spouse and a covered dish to share and join us as we discuss ways to make our schools better for all of our children. • Don’t forget the Music Boosters meeting in the Band Module at RCES on Thursday, Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. There are many exciting things in the works, and we look forward to having more of you music lovers involved. • The Kick-Off Event for the new Track and Field Committee chaired by community members Mrs. Brooke Fletcher and Ms. Mary Mochary took place last Friday night at RCES. We hear through student representative, Jami Gillis, that a lot of enthusiasm for the project was generated and more opportunities for you to help will follow. Please stay tuned. • The goal of this committee is to build a “regulation” Track and Soccer field at RCHS. This is something that has been sorely needed for many years, and this committee is hoping to make it a reality. If you believe that this is something you would like to support, please call Mrs. Mary Anne Biggs, Assistant Superintendent, at 987-877$ or Mrs. Brooke Fletcher at 987-8111. • As you can see there is always something new arid exciting happening in the Rappahannock County Public Schools. We are proud of oufr students and teachers, and cf all the wonderful things thgt they accomplish throughout the year. If you’d like to be la part of something positive, please consider volunteering. Just call Jan Makelrt Volunteer Coordinator, at 987'8259 or 937-5718. I ! Have a great week! I

Tragedy in Central America affects Amissville community This past weekend, tragedy struck a prominent Amissville couple in Central America. Adm. Stansfield Turner (U.S.N., retj, 75, was critically injured and his wife, Eli Karin Turner, 60, killed in an aircraft accident in Costa Rica on Saturday, Jan. 15. According to published reports, Adm. and Mrs. Turner were passengers aboard a Taxi Aero Centroamericano plane that had just taken off from San Jose, en route to the Tortuero National Park on Costa Rica’s Atlantic coast. The plane, a Czech-build LET 410, slammed into a house in a neighborhood near Tobias Bolanos airport, causing minor injuries to one person on the ground. In addition to Mrs. Turner, three other persons perished in the crash. More than a dozen others, including Adm. Turner and the pilot of the aircraft, sustained serious injuries. After being treated at a local hospital, Adm. Turner was flown to the U.S., where he is beginning his recovery. For the past year, Adm. and Mrs. Turner have been living in their weekend home near Amissville while their new home in Arlington was being built. In addition to his distinguished naval career, Adm. Turner headed the Central Intelligence Agency during the Carter administration. Since retirement, he has also served as a consultant on nuclear weapons and disarmament, and has written extensively on the topic. Last year, Adm. Turner published his third book,' Caging the Genies, which offered solutions for the problems presented by nuclear, chemical and biological weapons. Income tax credit for Land Conservation now available , Landowners who donate conservation easements on their land beginning this year are eligible for a new state income tax credit. , Under the provision that went into effect Jan. 1 individuals and corporations may claim a credit equal to 50 percent of the value of the easement against their Virginia State income tax liability. The cap on the tax break is $50,000 for easements donated in 2000; $75,000 for those donated in 2001; and $100,000 for those donated in 2002 or thereafter. A tax credit cannot exceed the amount of taxes owed for a year, but the full dr6dit may be spread over six years. The Virginia General Assembly last year passed the Virginia Land Conservation Incentives Act of 1999 to encourage “preservation of open spaces and sustainability of Virginia’s unique natural recourses, wildlife habitats, open spaces and forested resources.” The Act was ushered through the legislative process by Del. R. Creigh Deeds (D-Warm Springs) and by Sen. Emmett W. Hanger Jr. (R-Mount Solon). The legislation was part of a package of incentives that emerged from Speaker of the House Thomas Moss’ Commission on the Future of Virginia’s Environment. Representatives of Piedmont Environmental Council served on the Moss Commission. Most easements in the state are held by Virginia Outdoors Foundation, an agency of the Commonwealth that holds more easements than any vland trust in the United States. Last year, the VOF recorded easements on 11,172 acres. Statewide, it holds easements on 136,142 acres. However, according to a report recently released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Virginia is losing rural land to development at an annual rate of more than 93,000 acres. Federal tax benefits also are available to easement donors. For information, call PEC Director of Land Conservation Catherine Scott at 347-2334. PEC is a 27-yearold land conservation organization based in Warrenton. ‘Works in Progress” at Gallery BY DIANA BIRD Rappahannock News 1 ' ' Contributing Writer This is Mrs Bird’s review pn Jan 9. • ■ The imaginative “Works In Progress’* exhibition at the Middle Street Gallery for January and February provides an opportunity to see what happens “behind the scenes”, perhaps like a theatrical rehearsal. Who wouldn’t want to be there when Chris Stevens blocks out and begins to work on a landscape? There is a beautiful one to see at the gallery. Steven Kenny has in mind to paint “Towers of Babel”. Look at his study and the beginnings of his towers, no paint yet. June Jordan has a couple of figures, very nude indeed, as she plots her compositions. Of especial interest are Gary Colson’s sculptures: two stones are only mounted side by side, no carving yet. Another top heavy piece of jasper awaits carving too. A <1* Thank You The family of Roy II I sake would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for I the many acts of kindness during his recent illness and passing. Your many prayers and visits were of great comfort to him and to us. Your support, friendship and generosity were greatly appreciated and will never be forgotten. The many memories you shared have l helped us through a very difficult time. Again we thank you and may God bless and keep each of you i n his care. 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According to Virginia State Police reports, Ruth Richards, 81, of Sperryville was stopped at a road construction site, preparing to change lanes, when her sport utility vehicle was rear-ended by a sedan driven by Chad Barnett, 28, of Front Royal. Police estimated damage at $2000 for Richards’ 1995 Explorer, and $4000 damage to Barnett’s 1993 Pontiac. SOHO LAUNDROMAT Now Open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. LOCATED AT MOUNTAINSIDE MARKET k 1 MILE WEST OF SPERRYVILLE 987-9100 Don’t take your wash anywhere else! T :i :i m l| *i n MOUNTAINSIDE MARKET Sperryville 987-9100 * Price our produce Roma and Vine Ripe Tomatoes «.99 lb. Tomatoes on Vine.$2.49 lb. Cukes. .39 each Large Russett & Baking Potatoes . . ..39 lb. Green Peppers.99lb./Red & Yellow . .$2.49 lb. Thirsty Thursday happening Blue Plate Lunch Special $5.50 Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad Beer & wine tasting 5-6 p.m. u '■ '■ «iU-t Teams defeat Park Tuesday BY RHONDA JENKINS Rappahannock News Special Writer The Boys Basketball Teams were in action on Tuesday against Manassas Park. This was the first home game since the holiday break. The J.V. squad came out fired up. They pushed the ball up the court and scored, with great passing from Jamie Keys and Tony Starks. At the half, Rapp was up 32-20. In the second half, Kerry Grigsby and I Jamie Keys took control of the game. Kerry finished with a game high 26 points and eight rebounds, and Jamie finished with 19 points and 12 rebounds. Coach Luther Stanley thought it was a great team effort. He said, “The game plan going into the game was to work the ball inside”, “The kids executed this very well.” The Panthers won the game 57-50. The Varsity game started off a little slower, at the end of the first quarter Rapp was up 6-4. The game see-sawed back and forth in the second, Irvin Phillips and Daniel Settle hit some key shots to get Rapp the lead at the half 23-17. The Panthers led the whole second half, with scoring by Phillips, Settle and Mark Wharton. Ervin finished the game with 12 points and 13 rebounds, and Daniel Settle was the high scorer with 17 points. Alex Baumgardner also had a good night on the boards pulling down ten. The final was 51-40 with the Panthers getting the victory. Fridays game and results The Varsity Boys Basketball team defeated the George Mason Mustangs last Friday, in Falls Church. Rapp came out on top 61-49. Ervin Phillips was high scorer with 16 points and two dynamic dunks. Daniel Settle also poured in 13 points for the team. The boys are now 2-2 in the district. The J.V. team lost to the Mustangs 56-31. Kerry Grigsby and Chris Brown had 11 points a piece. Tuesdays game There was a home game on Tuesday, Jan. 18 against Strasburg. Watch next weeks issue for results. Varsity volleyball wins 15-13 BY RHONDA JENKINS Rappahannock News Special Writer Rappahannock Volleyball Teams were in action last week. On Wednesday, the team traveled to Falls Church to play the George s. Mason Mnstancrs M.I J The J.V. Squad lost in two | sets 15-13 and 15-7. Kelly I Atkins and Laura Kreyling | both had good games serving. Amy Clinedinst had an all • around good game on the court. If Varsity defeated Mason 15-9 V flp and 15-7. Alice Gentry had an ilt| all-around game and Megan Fairbrother had some good service points. Coach Conklin was extremely proud of the team, she said, “We played great defense and the team stayed on their toes the whole game”. On Friday the Panthers hosted the Strasburg Rams. The J.V. Squad lost in the first set 15-12. They rebounded in the second winning by a score of 15-1. Laura Kreyling and Ashleigh Burke had some great service. ' ' T "i • _u:i_ i^i-; nmiv J-ilUliu; Smith and Amy ftk Clinedinst had good defensive perforlllll mances. Strasburg won the third set and the game. „ ! The Varsity Squad lost the first game to the Rams *, 15-12. Rapp came out fp fired up in the second, and won the match 1510. Alice Gentry kept the ^ team going wun ner great leadership, and Jessica Nawrocki and Rachael Sharp played great defense. The game see-sawed back and forth in the third game, but Rapp came out on top 15-13. The Varsity Team is now 6-1 in the district. Volleyball Schedule The following is the remaining schedule for the girls’ Varsity and Junior Varsity volleyball season: Jan. 19 at Brentsville. Jan. 21 Clarke. Jan. 26 Madison. Feb. 1 Stonewall. Feb. 2 at Manassas Park. Feb. 4 George Mason. All games are at 6:30 p.m. Home games are in bold. 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Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (54p) 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: RappNews9timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2000 Our View Another season Deer hunters worthy harvest Our deer hunters take a lot of flack from people who love animals and oppose the killing, but really don’t know what they are talking about — not withstanding the human deaths and injuries on the highways from the exploding deer population and their now serious destruction of woodland food for other animals and nesting for birds. It might help everyone to better understand the L growing real need for deer hunting and its value, to ,J?e aware that through a quiet organized volunteer . Virginia program named “Hunters for the Hungry” : these sportsmen and women with bow and rifle share . their luck by donating and distributing venison meat - Statewide to the poor and other less fortunate among us - more than a million pounds over the past ten years. ; 2 On any hunting morning during the season’s winter days we see these hunters, many themselves tiandicapped by some life injury, coming in from the i woodlands and fields in mobile carts with their harvest for their families and surplus food to be shared with others. “ Another season came to close in Rappahannock on [Saturday, Jan. 1 and according to Game Warden Jim , [Rankston there were over 1700 deer bagged by ! Shunters in the county. ‘ ** Let’s support deer hunting and call it what it is | ’today, a worthy and vital harvest in the highest best 1 interests not only of people but of other animals and ’ birds. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Photo/Barbara C. Wayland Llamas at Lazy ‘S’ Llama Ranch near Amissvill§jenjoy grazing on a sunny afternoon. A ride by the farm will be an enjoyment for those of all ages. ssville enjoy X. Letters “Shop with a Deputy”program - great success Our fourth annual “Shop with a Deputy” program was an incredible jsuccess! This event has grown each year, involving more and more children. This year we were able to make Christmas much brighter for 45 children and food boxes were provided for 30 families. The interaction between the children and the law enforcement officers was truly heartwarming. While we were having a delicious breakfast with the kids, , dozens of volunteers were busy wrapping the presents the children had chosen. Winter coats, shirts, pants, and shoes were the prevailing items. In the true spirit of Christmas, most of the children purchased presents for their family members. With lights flashing, our caravan of police cars arrived back at the Sheriff’s Office. Santa Claus gave each of the children a stocking full of candy and a Beanie Baby. As goodbyes were being said, the children picked up their presents and the food boxes were distributed. What a joyous *v day! l This special event could not be possible without so many t people caring about the children in Rappahannock County. Wfe appreciate the support in our efforts to make this a better community. May God bless you. Captain Jeff Brown Rappahannock Sheriff’s Office Committee thanks blood donors We would like to belatedly thank the 28 people who came out on Dec. 20 to the Washington Fire Hall to donate blood for the Red Cross Bloodmobile. We know that was a very busy time of year for everyone, so it was especially heartening to have so many people taking the time to give the gift of life. Thanks also goes to the Washington Fire and Rescue Squad for opening up their building once again for the Bloodmobile rand to Mrs. Alice Pullen for her pound cake, chicken salads .* sandwiches and her time at the Bloodmobile canteen. We look forward to seeing everyone again at our Spring . ^Bloodmobile! * Marie Riedel, Marie Davis Co-Chairs, Bloodmobile Anthes to be commended Thanks to Gary H. Anthes, of Arlington, for his very clear letter on Jan. 5 about iridology, the therapeutic system practiced by Kathy Edwards. When he points out that iridology is based on a misunderstanding of the structure of the eye, he probably gains few friends. Nor is it a pleasant task to take hope from some, and perhaps a livelihood from Ms. Edwards. It takes courage and a view to the greater good to point out the dangers of pseudoscience, and Mr. Anthes is to be commended. Marion Sherman Cincinnati, Ohio Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, Jan. 19, 1950 The anniversary sale at Lea Brothers Store will mark two milestones. The sale begins on a date denoting the first opening of the store and will continue to include the date of the opening of the new store building on “Ground Hog Day, 1934,” to quote T.C. Lea. The Lea family came from North Carolina to Nelson County in Virginia, but T.C. Lea has been in Washington since 1927 and his active work in the community makes him so much a Rappahannock citizen that the word “Tarheel” no longer fits. A Hereford cow belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Guy Burke, who operate the county jail, has given birth to twin calves for two consecutive years. Last year “Peg” raised twin bull calves, named Amos and Andy, and also a foster calf which the Burke family acquired from a dairy farm. On Saturday, Jan. 14, twin heifer calves arrived and were named Betty Grable and Rita Hayworth. Among those from Rappahannock who were in Richmond Wednesday to attend the inauguration of Governor John S. Battle were Mr. and Mrs. B.M. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Massie Jr., Mrs. R.L. Massie and son Bobby, W.A. Laing Jr. and A.C. Latham. Mrs. W.C. Campbell brought to the Rappahannock News office a copy of the famous cook book entitled “Rare Rappahannock Recipes,” following the publication of a plea for a copy. This volume, minus cover, states that it was complied by the Woman’s Missionary Society of Woodville Baptist Church in 1928. Those serving on the committee to compile the book were the late Mrs. J. Hill O’Bannon, chairman; Miss Ethel Long and Miss Julia Quaintance (Mrs. H.B. Wood). 25 YEARS AGO Thursday, Jan. 23, 1975 The local board of Tax Assessors, chaired by Robert P. Anderson of Woodville reported Wednesday that the reappraisal of real estate in Rappahannock will be completed soon. Included in the notice will be the assessed value of the property, which is based on 15 percent of the fair market value as determined by a state appraiser. The former assessed value was 20 percent of the fair market value. A report from the Sperryville Rescue Squad for the 1974 calendar year included the following information: A total of 106 calls were answered and a total of 7000 miles traveled in response to these calls. Of these, 76 were sick calls and 30 accidents. Navy Airman Recruit John P. Dodson, son of Mrs. Mae A. Dodson of Flint Hill, graduated from recruit training at the Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, 111. He is scheduled to report to Gunnar’s “A” School, Great Lakes. The training included instruction in seamanship, military regulations, fire fighting, close order drill, first aid and Navy history. 10 YEARS AGO Jan. 18, 1990 The Inn at Little Washington has outgrown its present quarters, and owners Patrick Photo courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: W.B. Jenkins provided a bus service from Washington to Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Front Royal and Winchester on a daily basis in the 1930's. Mr. Jenkins bought all of his buses from Dick C. Weaver in Culpeper. During the 30’s area people relied on bus services instead of owning and maintaining their own vehicles. O’Connell and Reinhardt Lynch are planning a major expansion of the world-renowned restaurant and inn. They will present their plan to Washington’s Planning Commission next Monday, Jan. 22. As a first step, they will ask that the rest of' the block from the hack of the present Inn to > Calvert Street be rezoned from Village Residential to Village Mixed Use. The Virginia Lottery’s« Lotto game began Wednesday, Jan. 17. •« The county’s outlet is ' Hillsdale Grocery on U.S. 211 between Massies Corner and Ben Venue, which reported that customers were standing in line to buy tickets when the game started at 6 a.m. This Saturday, Jan. 20 the Town of Washington will begin its voluntai^ recycling program. The curbside service, in coinjunction with the regular trash pickup, is offered at no charge toi town residents and wijl be held on the third Saturday of each « month. ;i —COMPILED BY’* BARBARA C. < WAYLAND •

Editorial & Opinion By Don Audette Growth in Rappahannock County will become an increas ,i rngiy controversial issue in the next few years. It will affect you personally - particularly your pocketbook. When development takes place, your property taxes usually go up. The reason? Development attracts people. And more people require more county services, especially schools. A spiral begins. The search for more tax revenue may result in more commercial development. This brings in even more people, which means more schools and county services. And more money from your pocketbook. The county's Comprehensive Plan says, "we the people of Rappahannock County declare it to be a scenic county..." But there is a point where development could shatter that statement. The County would then have to admit that it was just another highly taxed sprawl county. This series of articles will look at the "size" issue. We turn to history first and zero in, right from the start, on acreage, the sizes of towns, and other evidence to show that Rappahannock County has a legacy of small communities and open space extending back hundreds of years. “Any shift to major development in the county would mark an abandonment of over 300 years of tradition. We start way back. The settlement of Virginia first began in earnest after the "Lost Colony" on Roanoke Island in 1587 disappeared and the sickly Jamestown settle*>'ment of 1606 started to fade away. In 1609, the London Opinion Company of Virginia received a new charter from King James. Up to then, except for areas claimed by bpain or France, all land in America was owned by the king or queen of England. With the new charter, development in Virginia was, in a sense, privatized. lb induce people to settle in Virginia, the London Company offered 50 acres per settler if they paid their way to Virginia and worked the land for three years. If you paid the way of another settler (purchased a "headright"), you got 50 more acres. Bring over more, you received 50 acre per settler, and thus could build up a large tract of land for yourself. Why the 50-acre rule? In the 1600s, an average family with six children needed at least 25 acres to support themselves, so 50 acres caught people's attention. The government also recommended that plantations be located less than ten miles apart, so settlements could aid each other in case of Indian attacks. Tobacco turned out to be the major profitable crop, so there was a scramble for prime land, whether contiguous or not. By 1650, the average land grant was for 600 acres. By 1700, a few owners had 30,000 acres each, and some claims were for over 100,000 acres. Land speculators were about as well, making fraudulent deals for "headrights," acquiring land and sitting on it until prices rose. For these reasons, towns never really got a good start in Virginia. 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This loss of revenue upset the London Company back in. England. Virginians were scattering all over the place. They were hard to control. They were not settling down into prissy little towns, like the New Englanders. The town problem was solved by government edict. Charles II, in 1662, "requested" the General Assembly of Virginia to build a few towns from scratch. They passed an Act. A town was to be built at James City, it was to contain 32 houses made of brick, each to be 40’ long and 20' wide, and they were to be arranged around a square. They also voted that one house be built in each of the (then) 17 counties, to serve as a nucleus of a town. Later, in the June 1680 session of the General Assembly of Virginia, a new request was honored and an Act passed whereby 50 acres of land was to be purchased in each county and laid out for a town and storehouse. They even named the 20 places, such as "in Henrico county at Verina where the court house is.” In 1691, three more towns were authorized. This continued on even up to 1788, when an Act for establishing a town near Chester's Gap was passed. This became Front Royal - 50 acres, laid out in half-acre lots, with regular streets. At a certain point, edicts stopped, and requests from clusters of people were honored for the formation of a town. In this area, Washington, Va. was laid out by George Washington on July 22, 1749 (Old Style) and it covered 400 acres. The General Assembly legally established it as a town on Dec. 14,1796, as it satisfied the then-rule of having more than 200 people. But the General Assembly also downsized Washington from 400 acres to 25 acres and laid it out into lots of a half-acre each, with "convenient streets." The town of Washington was incorporated as a municipality almost 100 years later, by an act of the General Assembly on Feb. 12, 1894. This Act also extended the previous boundary line by 900 feet on every side. As a result, Washington ballooned from 25 acres to 185 acres. Over time, Washington's size has waxed and waned. It is now 182 acres and is shaped like a Picasso-drawn peach. The population? Still 200 people. Woodville was officially established as a town by an act in 1798, consisting of 40 acres, laid off in half-acre lots. 12 more acres were added in 1801. But Woodville was never incorporated. The county villages and hamlets? They come and they go, but a few remain very constant over time. A John Wood's map of 1821 shows Amissville, Flint Hill, and Sperryville, along with the towns of Woodville and Washington. A Civil War map of November 1863 shows the same group, plus Chester Gap. A U.S. Geological Survey map of September 891 shows the same villages and towns. Even certain hamlets exhibit longevity: Laurel Mills, Rock Mills, Slate Mills to name but a few. A number of hamlets appear and disappear: Sandy, Hughes River, Gaines. The vast majority of citizens in Rappahannock County have little idea of the historical legacy all about them, whether it is in the form of a small town, a village, or a hamlet. Or the large open spaces in between. The villages are still about six miles apart, the easy traveling distance in the old days to take care of business nearby and return home that afternoon. Plantation-size lots still abound outside the villages. A pattern that evolved from the 1600s still exists here today There's a place in Arkansas, opened in 1970, called Hot Springs Village. It now has more than 13,000 people. That's close to twice the population of Rappahannnock County. It has 460 miles of roadway. According to VDOT, we have 218 miles of roadway. Hot Springs Village covers 26,1)00 acres. This is a village? Hot Springs Village is a "village” because a developer happened to call it a village. We have real ones, proven by time. Let's keep it that way. The next article in this series will describe the characteristics of traditional small villages. Building : Report The Rappahannock County Building Office reports for the period running Nov. 22 through Dec. 21 the following permits were issued. For the month, the office issued ten new home ’ permits, four addition/remodel/renovatio n and one new shed/bam/garage permit. Misc. permits included: one foundation permit, one permit to demo existing dwelling, two permits to replace shingles, one permit to replace a roof and nine renewal permits., The Building Office also,' reviewed 16 sets of plans; had 169 scheduled inspections; nine walk-in consultations and seven scheduled consultations. The year to date totals for 1999 were: New Home Construction, 70 and Commercial Buildings, 4. Compared to last year’s total of New Home 50 and Commercial Buildings 3. ' Me; above information was provided by R.V. Burke, Building Official, CPCA for Rappahannock County. 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Council From Page A1 4th Celebration in an old fashioned way.... He would like to see displays of our own local talent rather than a band from outside the community . . . . He would like to see the fireworks for our own community.” Discussions for the Fourth will continue at the February Tbwn Council meeting, and at the RAAC meeting at the Rappahannock County Library on Feb. 3, 2000 at 7:30 p.m., and the Town Council and its Fourth of July Committee are interested in suggestions and volunteers for this year’s celebration. The Plains, Virginia ~ Grades % Classical, liberal art: 13 AP Cqjt * Average SAT 1 I • Variety* of Jn’J'er | EXTRA-CU&RH Competitive Tt™i financial aid AliB LABtE Ti STUDENTS FAMILIES mm -\EI-Dsq www. wakepmdsd eld s admissions policy fe com Helicopter landing? The issue of helicopter landings within Town limits was brought to an interim conclusion as the Town Council voted, by a 4 to 3 margin, to refer it to the Town’s Planning Commission for review. First brought to the Council by Council member Alice Butler in October, the matter concerns the appropriateness of permitting helicopters to land within Town boundaries. It was and remains Mrs. Butler’s contention that helicopter landings in Washington are inappropriate due to safety and noise concerns, and that they should be restricted, if not prohibited. The Planning Commission review is the next step in the process of developing a Town ordinance, and any recommendation they develop could be returned to the Town Council in time for the February meeting. In other Town Council activities • Treasurer Elaine SHEN VALLEY USED TRAILERS CLEAROUT FOR 1999 1992 Diamond TL Living Quarter "Must See" Too Many Options To Mention, As Clean As New. 3 Horse Including Mid Tack. $18,600.00 1996 Sundowner Sunlite 3 Horse Aluminum Living Quarter. Very Clean, Like New, Must Jtee. $27,800.00 1998 Sundowner Sunlite 4 Horse Head-Head with Front Dress. 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The Counci} approved a motion to have the Planning Commission do so. • Town Attorney John Bennett recommended that a system be developed to codify the ordinances to permit “addition and subtraction over the years,” and to develop a means of annotating each ordinance to provide its history. He will report on any prospective methods at the February meeting. Gallery From Page A3 piece of pine and some acorns. This is Mrs Bird’s review on Jan 16. Returning today to “Works in Progress” I found several important changes that make this show increasingly interesting. Nina Moore, gallery sitting, was making paper outside, giving me my first opportunity to see her in action. Within the gallery, Gary Colson’s sculptures are substantially altered, his top heavy, uncut stone has been reversed and a severe face is beginning to emerge from the gray jasper. This image is strangely reminiscent of a familiar, but so far unidentified, person in my past, and a couple of wedge-shaped hacks have been made into a comer of one of the soapstones of the other group. Jeanne Drevas has hollowed out the cone shaped pine Subscribe to the , Rappahannock Memr. CaU 675-3338. ■•■■■HBHiiaaiaiMMMaMiaMnBHBMiMiaMMMii Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE Announcing our new location m Culpeper*. 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) II , I EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975 Tt\e 'fauquier ‘■iferitaga dfc 'Preservation Taimdatian 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. 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The original Genesis story of the Tbwer 6f Babel claims that the builders wanted to build to heaven as a united people, but the Lord wanted to frustrate this ambition and “confounded their language”, to separate them, and the tower was abandoned. Kenny sees the tower as the attempt of unrelated people to combine in an effort to celebrate architecture as evidence of many cultures from the past and the present. This work of art promises to be beautiful and thought-provoking. What will next week reveal? Bailey From Page A1 The plaque was presented by the four newly elected officers of the RCDC (Meredith Gorfein, Lillian Aylor, Floyd Stilley and Andy Platt) and by Lee Bird, a former Chair of the Committee. After the presentation, the group discussed the early days of the RCDC in the 1970’s and 1980’s. During that time, the late Ed Bailey was the Treasurer, and after his death, Ethel was elected to replace him. 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19 • Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B4, B5 • Real Estate/B6 January 12, 2000 Citizen of the Week Sandi Carter Home: Amissville Occupation: Part-time worker at Amissville Nursery Accomplishments: Sandi Carter could win “volunteer'’ of the year, however, in her own quiet and meek way, no one would ever guess who she is or how much she contributes to her home town, Amissville. Mrs. Carter is a member of the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department, where she also serves as its treasurer. She is EMT certified. She serves on the finance, executive and several other committees for the department. For seven years, she has been in Charge of the Amissville carnival queen contestants. Mrs. Carter volunteers one day a week at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. She is also a Brownie Leader for Troop 139. Mrs. Carter has been working part-time for the last three years at Amissville Nursery. “She’s a good worker and a real asset to our nursery business,” said owner Paul Payne. She is married to j.B. Carter Jr. and they have two children, Emily, age nine and Adam, who is five. Weekend Pics Spring soccer registration set The Rappahannock County Soccer League announces that spring soccer registration will start in January. There will be on-site registration at the Rappahannock County Library on Jan. 22 and Feb. 5 from 10:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The registrar will be at the library to take registrations. Registration fees are $35 for the first child and $30 for each additional child. Scholarships are available. New players must bring a copy of their birth certificate. Registration forms are currently available at the main office of RCES and the county library. Feel free to call the Registrar, Sara Lawrey at 675-1781 with any questions you may have. Kick-off meeting slated for Jan. 25 The kick-off meeting for this year’s Relay for Life will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Flint Hill fire hall. Team captains and prospective captains will find this meeting very useful according to Mrs. Ester Settle, one of the relay’s principle organizers. For more information call Mrs. Settle at 675-3252. What’s new at Cinema Paradiso Video rental? , BY NAOMI & HERB* Rappahannock News Contributing Writers Welcome to a new feature which will appear periodically, weekly, monthly, or when we feel like writing it. This feature will review selected new films (as in, what we want to see) available for rental at Cinema Paradiso, your community video store. Film rental is a real bargain, only $3 for a week (new releases may be kept large video stores. The video collection caters to most all tastes, and includes timeless classics, foreign and childrens’ slasher or junk niovies here. So, here’s what we thought of these films: * Run Lola Run: A Sundance Film Jlfc m Festival Winner, this movie is German K ■ with English subtitles, and definitely an “art film.” Our view: Very different, 78 very cool, good musical score! (and only 81 minutes if you have a short attention span for subtitles). Visually arresting, “Rim Lola Rim” features an athletic but very red-haired (and tattooed) young woman racing her way A through three bizarre scenarios, trying to save her doltish boyfriend from his Mafia Boss. Lola runs through intricately detailed, high-speed flash forwards set to a “throbbing techno score,” ^ briefly becomes an animated character, wins a zillion dollars, discovers her father’s infidelity, and saves the life of a family friend in a repeat-sequence ambulance ride. (Whew!) The viewer is left to decide which of three endings to apply to this modem exploration three days), with none of the hassles of of love and trust. (Actually Naomi didn t feel the boyfriend was worth all that trouble, but liked the movie, anyway). * Buena Vista Social Club: This movie is in English and Spanish with subtitles, and is a must-see for all music lovers. American jazz man Ry Cooder heads South to Havana and jams with a bunch of octogenarian musicians. It includes scenes from a sold-out concert at Carnegie Hall, other performances, and personal glimpses of the lives of these long-forgotten folk musicians. You'll also see a lot of classic American cars in the Cuban footage. We loved Smithsonian at Little Washington The second concert in the 19992000 “Smithsonian at Little Washington” season will take place on Saturday, Jan. 29 at 8 p.m. when The Theatre at Washington presents a recital of songs by Franz Schubert. Schubert was bom on Jan. 31, 1797, and died at the age of 31 in 1828. Despite failing health, some of his greatest music was compdsed in his last year. These late compositions include the music to be heard on Jan. 29, Schubert’s final song cycle, Schwanengesang, or “Swan Song,” which, as with most of his Lieder, incomparably sets to music poems dealing with the great human emotions. Like so much of his work, it was not even published during his lifetime. Yet it was as a songwriter that Schubert was most famous for much of his career and, many believe, that as a songwriter he has never been surpassed. The upcoming concert in tribute to Schubert brings to Little Washington a special appearance by famed Dutch baritone Max van Egmond. Van Egmond was bom in 1936 in the former Dutch East Indies and moved to Holland after World War II. Following his debut as a soloist in 1959 he won a series of international prizes. He established his reputation as an oratorio singer, and he is star of the complete Bach Cantata CD cycle on Teldec records. His performances of Lieder are considered by many to represent the pinnacle of refinement in declamation and musicianship. He teaches at the Amsterdam Sweelinck Conservatory and the Oberlin Baroque Performance Institute, and appears regularly in Holland, Germany, France, and North America. Kenneth Slowik, artistic director of the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society, will play a beautifully-crafted copy of a ca. 1725 Viennese forte piano made by Rod Regier of Freeport, Maine for this concert. Slowik, well known to audiences in Little Washington for his many appearances as cellist, harpsichordist, and viola da gamba player, established his international reputation for work with ensembles including the Smithsonian Chamber Players, Castle Trio, Smithson String Quartet and Axelrod String Quartet. Now spending more time conducting the orchestral and oratorio repertoire, he is artistic director of the Baroque Performance Institute at the Oberlin College conservatory, and is the conductor of the Santa Fe Bach Festival. Tickets for the concert on Saturday, Jan. 29 are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations, or to obtain a copy of The Theatre’s new winter-spring schedule, phone 675-1253, or send email to TheatreVA@aol.com. these old coots, they made absolutely splendid music, and you feel good watching them. (Herb’s moral from the movie: You’re never as old as you think). * The Matrix: Although dubbed one of the ten best / movies of the year by the Washington Post, we didn’t like this film. It is a few., far-fetched computer/ hacker/thriller long on special effects but with much unnecessary violence, too many sunglasses, guns and black trench coats. It undoubtedly will appeal to Gen|f X’rs and fans of Keanu W Reeves and Lawrence tip Fishbume. Good music for ,j those who appreciate rock, % hip-hop and computerized * compositions. (Herb and m Naomi’s take: Why watch a jjj movie when you have to § cover your eyes or fast-forI ward through the icky parts?) | All available at Cinema Paradiso, Packing . Shed Corner, Porter and Gay Streets, Washington, 6753410, Wednesday-Sunday, 12:30-6 p.m., Friday until 7:30 p.m. * Herb and Naomi, aging but Hip movie buffs, live in Rappahannock County, and prefer to remain anonymous. 1 Photo courtesy of The Theatre Jazz coming to theatre The widely acclaimed young jazz pianist Bill Charlap opens the nevr season for The Theatre at Washington with a concert on Sunday, Jan. 23 at 3 p.m. Born and raised in New York City, he is the son of Broadway composer Moose Charlap (“Peter Pan”) and singer Sandy Steward who worked with Benny Goodman, and he has been playing the piano for as long as he can remember. Jazz has proven to be especially popular tn Little Washington and reservations are recommended for Bill Charlap’s concert at The Theatre on Sunday, Jan. 23 at 3. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 or under. To make reservations, contact The Theatre at 675-1253 or e-mail TheatreVA@aol.com. Farmers need to enroll by Jan. 21 Culpeper and Rappahannock County livestock producers are eligible to enroll in the Livestock Assistance Program (LAP). This program is being offered to compensate producers for losses to pastures due to drought conditions. The sign up will run now through Jan. 21. Eligible producers must have suffered a 40 percent or greater loss to normal pasture from May 1-Nov. 15, 1999. Eligible livestock producers making applica tion for LAP will be required to provide the following: • The number of livestock owned during the May 1-Nov. 15 period. If the numbers changed during the period we need to know. Any that were sold during the neriod are eligible for payment for the days ov. ned within the period. Bring sales receipts. 1 • The number of acres of pasture will have to be identified on a photograph. These acres will be identified as either improved or unimproved pasture, Livestock must have been owed for at least three months before they are eligible to count. A “person” with gross annual revenue exceeding $2.S million is not eligible for LAP benefits,, - | For additional information or producers witty' questions call Bob Williamson at 825-4200.

Church (ft Activities County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Jan. 23 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. Flint Hill Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. Jack Campbell Saturday: Flint Hill Gospel Signing 7 p.m. Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Wednesday: Worship Service 7:30 p.m. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Night Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.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. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Amissville Baptist Pastor: Rev. V. DeLong Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Mission Groups 7 p.m. Maranathan Independent Baptist Pastor: Rev. Clyde R. Woodward Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Friday: Teen Time 7 p.m. Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting Reynolds Memorial Baptist Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Sunday: Wednesday: Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Choir Practice 7 p.m. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Dallas Smith Adult Bible School/Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 8 p.m. 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. 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 7:30 p.m. Hope Hill Baptist Pastor: Rev. Milton Switzer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Sen/ice 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. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m/ with Bishop Peter „ James Lee Wednesday: Bible Study. Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Goff Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Thomas Jackson Payette and Amy E, Kellert Amy E. Kellert to wed T. Payette Mr. and Mrs. Albert M. Kellert of Amissville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Evan, to Thomas Jackson Payette of Rapidan. He is the son of Mrs. Elizabeth Tabor Payette of Rapidan and Dr. and Mrs. John Joy Payette, Jr. of Syria. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert E. Kellert of Monmouth, 111. Miss Kellert is a Rappahannock County High School graduate and received a BS degree in Commerce from the University of Virginia, McIntyre School of Commerce. She is the Director of Marketing for Gray Ghost Vineyards, her family’s winery in Amissville. Mr. Payette, a graduate of Blue Ridge School in King George holds a BS degree in Food Science Technology from Virginia Tech. He is the winemaker at Prince Michel Vineyards in Leon. An evening May 2000 wedding is planned. Viewtown social notes Junior and Gloria Switzer enjoyed having their family visit over the holidays. Daughter, Michelle returned to James Madison University and son John, has returned to Va. Tech. The Switzer’s sons, Kent and Keith along with friends Joe Riccio and Laura Neri spent the weekend skiing at Canaan Valley Ski Resort in West Virginia. Everyone had a great time. Happy belated birthday wishes go to Ann Hitt and Jean Dodson who cerebrated their birthdays on Jan. 14. Happy anniversary to Daniel and Lori Hitt of Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON i 937-4904 .- - ■ - ■■■■■ ■ : ■ Viewtown who celebrate their anniversary this 1 month. Enjoy your week, and remember to call us with your local news! Corey Norman celebrates 5th On Sunday afternoon Debbie and Tim Norman hosted a birthday party for their son, Corey. Corey is now five years old. Those helping Corey to celebrate the big event were Michelle and Hunter Jenkins, Sadie Norman, Bonnie and Kelsey Parker, Nikki Alther, Fran, Will, Wade and Wyatt Norman, Kenner, Kim, Grayson and Jacob Love, Melanie, Mattie and Andrew Kabjanski, Sean, a friend of Corey’s from day care, and Richard, Rena, Die, Michele and Walter Milton Burke. Everyone had a good time and Corey received many nice gifts and money. Happy birthday Corey. The Woodville WMU group met Tuesday at the home of Theresa Light. Rodney and Jo Vest spent the weekend at Atlantic City, N.J. While there they visited §!§l! Woodville By JUNE CLARK 987*8827 Rodney’s old army friend, Eddite' Suez in Somers Point, N.J. Ashley and Logan Vest spent the weekend with Charles and Pat Whorton. ' Steve Hopkins • of Richmond was a guest of his aunt, Mrs. Louise O’Bannoh on Sunday. Miss Emmielou Chute of Washington was an overnight guest of Samantha Falls. Have a great week and give me a call with your news. Community Association . elected officers Thursday Oh! I am so sad! The Redskins were almost there. Oh well! Maybe next year. I know we are going to be cheering for St. Louis. The Amissville Area Community Association met on Thursday and new officers were elected. They are as follows; Steve Miller, Chairman; Rick Kohler, Vice-Chairman; Hal Hunter, Secretary; Margaret Strauser, Treasurer; and . Glen Hoffher, Parliamentarian. There are also, several committees and projects that have spaces left for volunteers. For example, Civil War markers for Amissville; a “Welcome to Amissville”; a Fall Festival for all the area groups, and of course, the Post Office. Which by the way, is supposed to be ready by October of this year. I hope so, the girls and guys at the post office were way overwhelmed with the Christmas Season this year. If you would like to be involved in any of these activities or have any ideas on anything else, come to the next meeting on Feb 10 at 7 p.m. at the Amissville United Methodist Church. The meetings are always on the second Thursday. Our sincere congratulations to Stephanie Hitt and Dean Massey on their marriage Saturday, Jan. 15. We wish them every happiness. Don’t forget the Health and Fitness Club, that meets every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Amissville Methodist Church as well. The Ruritans will meet this Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Amissville Baptist Church. Wanda DeLong will be giving a Tax Seminar. Yes, it is that time of year again. April 15 will be here before you know it. You don’t have to be a member to come to the meeting, you may get some real good tips, * Bob Misdom wants to extend birthday wishes to his j girls, Samantha and Molly who will be 11 and 9, respectively. Bob has a birthday in January as well, but we won’t say his age. Happy birthday to all! I called my mom in New York to tell her how cold it was, and she told me that we were having a heat wave compared to them. It was 20 degrees below zero with out' the wind chill. Now I remember why I moved here. Have a nice week! Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 825-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING" U.S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 A Powerful Test There it nothing like • bitter cold morning to test your battery. You weren't looking for it. You hadn’t prepared for it. but here it it. Your battery is stone cold dead! May as well charge it up... You know it wool get any better by itself. Life usually follows the same pattern. We go along pretty smoothly until a crisis ensues. Will our spirit be powerful enough to handle it? Have we prepared for the inevitable bumps in the road and cold spells of life? "Power betongeth unto God,” says Psalm 62:11. As a car must draw power from the battery, we must draw upon God for our power. How can we do that so life will not find us weak and unprepared? Each week, visit your local church or synagogue to strengthen your spirit Keep the spark ignited with daily prayer and y meditation. Then you will ■ be ready for the test Sund t\ Monday Mark Mark tvW-44 i>+VM> Coeyktf* 2000. Kaw* Mark VSrdncMiar Mark 8 JI-01 I hursdat Mark nn (rielav Sarurday Mark Mark <M4W on Ml $ayt/m$ StluMi kjr Tha friirrai 3cci+ “ -* - l ^ o. r — - - VA27S0* , ABERDEEN BARN Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (540) 825-1037 Jimmie’s Auto Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts 161 Saunders St. • Culpeper ' (540) 825-8030 The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering Blinds ^2?M^ltEkSSPeper 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House (540) 825-5888 • Culpeper r Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

Amissville Community Association in gear 6Y GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Special Writer After six months of planning and organizing, Jackson District residents, landowners and business owners have a participatory organization through which they can be involved in community-buildi*?S. activities such as village planning, village enhancement, and community event development and promotion. • Amissville Area Community Association (AACA) met last week to elect its charter slate of officers, and to continue its process of community action by establishing committees and selecting committee members and chairmen. As looted in an open letter to the Amissville community “the association is designed to act as a forum for informing and hearing the views and concerns of the community.. . .The group will also work with government repregentatives to assure our voices are heard in both day-to-day and the future planning efforts within Rappahannock County. Equally important, the Association will focus on improving the community and cultivating initia tives that will foster its identity.” The AACA plans to engage in activities including “conducting a survey to determine citizen priorities and concerns,” documenting Amissville’s history, development of village improvements, and preparing an Amissville/Jackson District “annex” to the County’s Comprehensive Plan. This last task, the preparation of an Amissville/Jackson District “annex” to the County’s Comprehensive Plan, is indicative of the level of responsibility that the AACA has shouldered, and of the importance of its activities to the county at large. The Association will work to support Rappahannock County by developing, on a voluntary basis, a detailed plan for the Jackson District’s future that conforms to the Comprehensive Plan precepts, and will provide this to the Planning Commission for their review and consideration. As the eastern gateway to the county, the Jackson District and Amissville’s mode and extent of development is of critical importance to Rappahannock, and AACA’s input to the Planning Commission could have significant impact upon the county’s future. Amissville and the Jackson District serve not only as the eastern gateway to Rappahannock, but as its first line of defense against the unfettered development that characterizes our neighboring counties, and that is proscribed by the Rappahannock County Comprehensive Plan. The AACA’s newly elected officers— Chairperson Steve Miller, Vice Chairperson Rick Kohler, Secretary Hal Hunter, Treasurer Margaret Strauser, and Parliamentarian Glenn Hoffher— and the Association’s membership have a heady agenda and responsibility. Jackson District residents interested in joining the Association and other Rappahannock residents who might support its activities can contact Steve and Victoria Miller at 937-4298 or by email at indefsteve@email.msn.com, or Ron and Jan Makela at 937-5718 or by email at makela@summit.net. Savages welcome new son Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Savage proudly announce the arrival of their son, Ricky III, on Wednesday, Jan. 12, at Culpeper Memorial Hospital. .'Grandparents of the little boy who also are just as proud of this bundle of joy are Rev. and Mrs. Lindsay Savage. His Other grandmother, Mrs. f)oreen Pace of Deer Park, Ala., has been visit mg the family here also, to meet little Ricky. Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Peyton and Kamry, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Peyton and Penny, Kindall Peyton and friend Heather dined dt the Olive Garden in Manassas on Sunday in observance of Kindall’s 31st birthday. Congratulations to Kellie Bragg, a fifth grade student at Sycamore Elementary School as she came in third filace in the spelling bee that was held ast week. Sunday luncheon guests of Rev. and Mrs. Lindsay Savage were Rev. Anthony Lester of Oklahoma, Mrs. Doreen Pace of Deer Park, Ala., Mrs. Marsha Savage, Corry, Devonna and Whitney of Culpeper x;; Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 ... and Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Savage and baby. On Saturday, Jan. 9 Mrs. Henry Wharton and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were afternoon guests of Mrs. Eunice Meade and Billy on Hash Lane. They had previously visited Mrs. Polly Corbin, Ms. Lucille Baylor and “Little Charles” Yates and his mother at Culpeper Health Care Center and Miss Brenda Frazier and mother in Culpeper. Our prayers go out to Miss Penny Peyton who underwent shoulder surgery last week, and please continue to remember Miss Joy Best as she continues improvement. Sympathy is extended to the Hitt family at Castleton upon the loss of their loved one last week. Rev. Anthony Lester of Oklahoma is conducting revival services at the Massanova Church, and he along with Pastor Savage and his congregation invite the public. In our birthday list, belated wishes are extended to my niece, Lisa Frazier, whose day was Monday, also Lucille Baylor celebrated her 93rd on Monday. Miss Krystal Heflin added another year on Sunday. Those for this week include Woody Tharp on Wednesday, Mike Williams on Thursday, Kindall Peyton on Friday, Lori Cubbage on Saturday and Keith Robinson on Sunday. May our Lord grant to each of you many more wonderful years. This Friday, Jan 21 beginning at 7 p.m. is the time for another “Singing and Pickin” party at the Salem Fire Hall on Route 522. As always food and beverages will be on sale by the fire department. So please come out and offer your support to the company. For a real good oyster and steak supper the public is invited to the Madison Rescue Squad building on Saturday Jan. 29 from 4 until 8 p.m. The supper is prepared by the Etlan Methodist men and as reported form past suppers, you are in for a great meal. For any one in our area with time to spare, the Museum of Culpeper History needs volunteers. If interested call 8296434. Parents of children in our area who attend Rappahannock County Schools are reminded that Jan. 27 and 28 will be Parent Teacher Conference and staff training days, which means no school for your young ones. Quote “Worldly pleasure is anything that crowds Christ out of your life.” Washington news notes On Sunday Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill and her mother, Mrs. Addie Keyser had lunch in Front Royal. p Washington ;; By RUTH CLARK c :: > 675-3608 ■ • *32 r‘, t‘. '!> We are so glad to hear that Mrs. Kim Vest has returned home in Flint Hill after having t)ack surgery in a Richmond hospital and is recuperating liicely. Happy birthday to Samantha Falls of Woodville who will celebrate her tenth birthday on Saturday, Jan. 22. She is the daughter of Tim and Edie Falls. ;; Vergil Atkins of Sperryville is recuperating nicely at his home in Sperryville, after his Recent open-heart surgery. He j*$ally appreciates the prayers, cards and visits of his relatives and friends. • Mrs. Ruth Clark and SaVah Brown had lunch in Warrenton on Friday. • Have a good week! SINK OR SWIM? •_ It’s never too late to learn how to - swim. Just call us and sign up for a • Red Cross sw imming class. + American Red Cross Breakfast, lunch school menus RCES Breakfast: Monday, Jan. 24: Yogurt/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Tuesday, Jan. 25: Hot cakes/syrup or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Wednesday, Jan. 26: Scrambled eggs/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Lunch: Monday, Jan. 24: French bread pizza, choice of two: fresh carrots/dip, succotash, chilled fruit. Tuesday, Jan. 25: Chicken nuggets/biscuit, macaroni and cheese, choose two: green beans, buttered broccoli, chilled fruit. Wednesday, Jan. 26: Cheeseburger on bun, choose two: french fries, baked beans, hot apple crisp. RCHS Lunch: Monday, Jan. 24: Hot steak and cheese seasoned curly fries, succotash or sausage pizza, fruit. Tuesday, Jan. 25: Chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese, vegetable sticks, chilled fruit or turkey sub, chilled fruit. Wednesday, Jan. 26: Hot dog on bun, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, baked beans or burrito, hamburger on bun. Rappahannock Schools will be closed on Jan. 27 and 28 for Parent Teacherj Conference and inservice. In Brief Country antique show Oatlands Plantation will host the Oatlands Hunt Country antiques show on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 22 and 23 at The Hill School Athletic Center in Middleburg. Admission is $6 per person and will benefit Oatlands Plantation. Saturday hours will be 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday hours will be 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (703) 777-3174 for more information. HRHP wm Night music The Shenandoah Music Theatre Ensemble will present the concert version of Stephen Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music” at the Ohrstrom Bryant Theatre on Jan. 21, 22 and 23. Friday and Saturday performances will be at 8 p.m. and the Sunday performance will be at 3 p.m. Admission will be $12 for adults and $8 for students. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Shenandoah Music Theatre Talent Scholarship Fund. Reservations and information is available at (540) 665-4569. Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits ' Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) .....fis.y-fc'.: Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975 tr.A Upcoming Events Animal Welfare League to meet The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League will meet on Monday, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. All are welcome. Sperryville committee sets meeting The Gateway Committee will hold a meeting Thursday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. at the Sperryville fire hall. For additional information or anyone with questions please call Barb Williams at 987-8384. Band Booster meeting set The Rappahannock County Band Boosters will meet Thursday, Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Everyone is invited. For information call John Wiese at 937-9909. Representative to visit county Mrs. Donna Crowley, a representative of Congressman Frank Wolf, will visit the town of Washington on Jan. 20. Mrs. Crowley will be available to talk with constituents who need assistance or have problems of a federal nature, such as with the Social Security Administration, Department of Labor, Immigration and Naturalization Service, Internal Revenue Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, etc. Ms. Crowley will be at the Rappahannock County Extension Office from 2 to 3 p.m. Constituents who want to make direct contact with the Winchester office may call Mrs. Crowley at 540667-0990 or visit the office at 110 North Cameron Street. Valentine's dinner planned Enjoy a fabulous evening with great food and a relaxing atmosphere on Saturday, Feb. 12. The Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary is sponsoring its third annual Valentine’s dinner at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Come early, stay late. Enjoy home style cooking. The meal consist of half-barbecue or baked barbecue chicken with wild rice, mashed potatoes, peas, homemade rolls and desserts. Prices are $8.50 for adults; $15 for couples and children under eight years of age will pay only $4. The meal will be prepared by Pat Jenkins and Company. For advanced tickets or information call Nancy at 987-8495 or Peggy at 987-8277. Carry outs will be available. “Treat that special someone to a wonderful evening,” said an organizer. Karate classes underway Shorin-Ryu Okinawan karate classes are currently underway at Ki Theatre in Washington. Junior classes will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and adult classes from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more information call Arthur Drago, 5th Dan, Sensei at 635-7554 or Betsy Toth, 3rd Dan, Assistant at 349-0632. Students are welcome to join at any time. Playgroup meets at i 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 9879009. Wakefield hosts Open House Wakefield School will host an Admissions Open House on Sunday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m. The public and especially prospective students and their families are invited to attend. Wakefield is an independent, co-educational, day school with a pre-kindergarten through 12th grade curriculum for 344 boys and girls. The school is located one-half mile north of I-66, Exit 31, The Plains/Old Tavern. For more information call 540-2535393. Sculpture class to begin A winter sculpture class, figure sculpture in clay, will begin Jan. 31. The nine-week class will be held on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 and the $225 fee includes model and materials. The class will be taught by Charles Flickinger and will be held at The Oldway Art Center, Lee Highway, just west of Sperryville. For more information call 987-9500. Youth and parents wanted The AGAPE Worship Team Band, with Duane and Kent Willoughby, invite everyone to share in an evening of music and worship on Sunday, Feb. 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Amissville United Methodist Church. The event will be followed with refreshments. For information, call Margaret or John Wiese at 9379909. Benefit dinner-dance slated The annual Valentine's Day ‘Sweetheart Dinner-Dance,” benefiting the CulpeperMadison Red Cross, will take place on Saturday, Feb. 12 at the Aberdeen Bam in Culpeper. The evening begins with a social hour at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet supper. The Don Watts band will provide dance music from 8 p.m. to midnight. i icKeis ior mis fundraiser are $40 per person or $75 per couple, available from Red Cross Board members or from the Red Cross office at 146 North Main Street in Culpeper. For more information about the benefit call 825-8611. Auditions for “Barefoot in the Park ” The Windmore Community Theater is preparing for its final production of the season, “Barefoot in the Park". Director Mark Firnhaber is looking for men and women, both young and older, for this Neil Simon comedy. The play focuses on a young newlywed couple living in a tiny walk-up apartment in Manhatten. Their neighbors and relatives help to provide some hilarious situations. AMJumufib wm ue neig on jan. 01 ai / =^j] p.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in | Culpeper. Actors should come prepared for cold readings. For those unable to attend, please call the Windmore Office at 5472555 before Jan. 31 to make arrangements i with the director. | “Barefoot in the Park" will take place on I April 7, 8, 9,14, 15 and 16 at Culpeper U Middle School. Windmore is partially funded by the Virginia Commission for the Arts anu ine National endowment tor ine Arts.

Rappahannock Nerns INDEX Please refer to category you wish to us< 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. Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneour Services 395. Services Wanted . . .. Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes Lega| Notlce, 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals Career Education Career Education Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. 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Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you for any, corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. We Accept RAPPAHANNOCK. 2 BR, 1.5 BA home on 1 acre. Laurel Mills. $750/mo. Credit check & security deposit. Olafsen Realty 540347-1505. RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY - 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 story dwelling, in Village of Sperryville. $750/mo - available 2/1/00. STONE MANOR HOUSE - 4+ BR, 3 BA, 2 kitchen, available 2/1/00, near Flint Hill, $1500/mo. Call Eileen M. Day Realtors - evenings, 540-675-3843. RENTAL HOUSE on Washington, VA farm, 2 BD, central, oil heat. Beaut, views, $800/mo. Dep. 540-675-3691. SPERRYVILLE SKYLINE SIDE, 2BR, new built cabin, W/D, woodfloors, $795. 703-712-8443 day. 540-675-3435 eve With 17 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 208 Auctions Auction Sat., Jan. 22, at 10 a.m. at the gallery in Amissville Furniture Dining tables St chairs; Loveseat; Server; Bookcases; Cabinets; Rockers; China cabinet; Lamps; TVs; Microwave; and more! Workshop, etc. Craftsman 12" lathe: Craftsman table saw; Mead bandsander; Workbench; Ladders; Metal utility cabinets; Like-new wheelbarrow; Handtools; Hardware; And more of the same! OLD CARNIVAL GLASS Treebark waterset; Orange Peel berry set; Vases; Bowls; Tumblers; Mugs; Etc. Coins LOTS cm silver halves. quarters, dimes! Box Lots & more for everyone-see you here! In case of snow or icy roads, please call ahead. yfrgill Payne ^ Auctions. Inc. VA A H »V«I 540-937-4142 P.O. Box 178 Amissville, VA 20106 www.bpauctions.com bpa@tidalwave.net rRACTOR, 245 Case/IH, with 4x4 turf tires, 60" mower deck, 6' blade, 12” bottom plow, $7200. 540-439-2490 Bids tk Proposals L ■- ..■ .. .a REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board, a human services organization, will receive sealed proposals for the purpose of contracting with multiple contractors to provide Physical, Occupation and Speech/Language Therapy to children, ages birth through two, in the counties of Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock. Request for Proposal packages are available at the Procurement Office, 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper, VA 22701, telephone number 540-825-3100, Extension 3143. The Request for Proposal must be returned by 4:30 P.M., Wednesday, February 16, 2000. The Board reserves the right to cancel this Request for Proposal or reject proposes at any time prior to an award, to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, and to accept the proposal deemed to be most advantageous to the Board. 1-19-00 *295184 (—--N Legal Notices ...... ' ■ j BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 7, 2000 at 7:00 PM in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SU #99-12.-03 David i an- v_n a.ie •_iii.owners of 3 acres in Scrabble (Tax Map 56, Parcel 5, StonewallHawthorne District, zoned "C-Conservation) desire a Special Exception permit for a residential care facility-Mapr for no more than 6 individuals. Use allowed under Section 170, Article 36(B) of the Rappahannock County Code; additional standards in Section 170, Article 63(J) of the Code. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday. January 19. 2000 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, c/o P O Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator , „ 1-5,1-12,1-19-00 #293105 '99 JOHN DEERE( Sabre Lawn Tractor 18 hp w/ 46" mulching mower $1500. Lawn Mower $25. Call Matt,703-7370067 or 443-9700. LLAMAS) Great family fun/business. Gentle, clean, easy & economical to raise on sm. acreage. Compet. prices. 540-439-4665. NEW STEEL BUILDING in Crate. 40x22 was $5,880 now $2,830. Must Sell! 1-800-2920111. LOSE WEIGHT NATURALLY. 30 lbs/30 day, $ back guar. Dr. formulated. Herbal. Free samples.800-826-9247. r FOUND, YOUNG male beagle. Springs Fid & Turnbull Rd. area. 540349-4369. Leave Message. 294 Giveaways BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut 703-2950678. FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-543-2079 545 Full Tima Employment Bunina ■■ ^ Services ' ---/ EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The one-stop shop for complete Home Decorating Service Fkxir Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper* Slip Covers & Upholstery Residential & Commerical Rt. 211 Amtesville, VA 937-5500 350 \_ 356 Childcare Wanted LOOKING FOR SOMEONE to come into my home & watch my 3 yr old boy full time & meet my 5 1/2 yr. old son @ 3:30pm @ my home. Ok if you have children also. 540-675-1462 — 605 Automobiles V- J CHEVELLE, CHEVY, 1969, body restored, 4 dr., $2000 OBO. 540349-1889 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. $10,500. '89 NISSAN SENTRA, 81K, AC, AM/FM/Cass., good paint, body, reliable. $2700/OBO. 703716-1920 •port Utility Vehicle FORD '92 BRONCO 4wd, Eddie Bauer & Tow pkg, all pwr, cruise, $8200 Call Gary 703-450-7777. 545 Full Time Employment LPN needed for dialysis center - Experience not necessary, will train. Requires every other Saturday & some evenings & “call”. Will work four 10 hour shifts ea. week. Send resume to: Front Royal Dialysis Center 1077 D Shenandoah Ave. Front Royal, VA 22630 Attn: Nurse Manager IMMEDIATE OPENINGS CULPEPER FARMERS’ COOPERATIVE NOW HIRING AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS CULPEPER-MARSHALL Immediate full-time openings available for dependable Individuals seeking opportunity with established growing agribusiness retail operation. Excellent opportunity to grow with a quality organization. WAREHOUSE/DELIVERY- must have valid drivers license and good driving record DRIVER/APPLICATORS needed for Fertilizer Operations: CDL preferred, good driving record, and agricultural background helpful. FEED MILL OPERATORS needed to operate machinery and equipment in modern feed milling facility. We offer a complete benefits package which includes: • 100% Company Paid Pension Plan • 401 (k) Plan • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays • Employee Incentive Program • Health Insurance • Life & Disability Insurance • Sick Leave • Employee Purchase Discount • Uniform Program Available Apply in Person CULPEPER FARMERS’ CO-OP 15172 Brandy Road (next to Wal-Mart) in Culpeper Call 540-825-2200, Extension for further information Tracks/ Pie Imps V -—_* FORD RANGER, 199f XLT, 4 cyl/5 sp., 2wd long bed, metalic red ac, am/fm/cass/ air bag $8,000. 540-349-1064. 545 r%ai ’nm* Employment V _ J AUTO PARTS COUNTER SALES Part-time Positions. 16 Northern VA locations, (Prince William, Loudoun & Fairfax Counties), Exp required. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 CONSTRUCTION/ MAINTENANCE HELPER FT, full benefits, not seasonal. Chantilly, VA area. Good driving record req. Call 703-323-5300 DRIVERS/ DELIVERY Full-time and parttime positions. AM & PM shifts. Full benefits, year-round work, not seasonal. Locations in Loudoun, Prince William & Fairfax Counties. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 ELECRT1CIAN/ PLUMBER needed for small company serving Rappahannock & surrounding counties Salary neg. 540-675-3489 545 MITinMi Employment • DRIVER I TRAINERS WANTED • TOP PAY FOR EXPERIENCE • PAID HEALTH/ LIFE INSURANCE • ASSIGNED EQUIPMENT • 401K/ PROFIT SHARING • ASSIGNED EQUIPMENT COME GROW WITH USM Call for more details 1-800-929-5003 www.harristrk.com OWNER OPERATORS FLAT BED DRIVERS CALL STEVE BROWN 800-444-4168 (times [Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA employment Construction SOILS/ FIELD TECHNICIAN Immediate need for full-time SOILS FIELD TECHNICIAN to work out of our Leesburg, VA, office. Starting salary of $12.50 per hour with appropriate experience and credentials and a vehicle. Excellent benefits and room for advancement. Please call or send resume to Andy Jennings at: Schnabel Engineering Assoc., Inc. 751 Miller Drive SE, Suite C-1 Leesburg, VA 20175 PH: (703) 779-0773 _Fax: (703) 589-1246 LOSS CONTROL MANAGER We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with prior retail experience to manage our store LOSS CONTROL PROGRAM. The candidate must have good communication and investigative skills. College degree is a plus. We offer training and certification. Apply in person: KMART 141 WEST LEE HIGHWAY WARRENTON, VA 20186 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 protect management skills needed Send cover letter resume and salary requirements to: Box JEC290757 The Fauquier Times Democrat P.0. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20188 EOte • • Non-smoking environment ELECTRICIANS & HELPERS Residential TOP PAY AND BENEFITS i Sundance Electric Contractors, Inc. (540) 349-8200 RECEPTIONIST/ FRONT OFRCE Part-time (approx. 22/hr wk) Must be pleasant & cheerful, good phone manners & computer skills necessary. Call 540-347-9393 or fax resume 540-347-9398 SERVICE TECHNICIAN Seeking dependable individual for local installation and service work. Experience with electrical and plumbing work required. Position offers excellent starting salary with full benefits, including 401k plan. Apply/mail resume with current DMV record to: Country Water Systems 123 W. Spencer Street Culpeper, VA _22701 ^im^m PhS Thw" WOOD WORKER Immediate opening, for early aircraft construct ibn. Salary based on experience. Company benefits. 540-347-1909 Classified ADS ; WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 /*. FuM Tim* § EDUCATION REPORTER Talented, enthusiastic reporter with an interest in the schools. Must have some newspaper background. Send resume, and clips to: . Robin Earl, Managing Editor Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, VA 20188 ffimes Northern Virginia Buying? Selling?: Call The Times Community Newspapers Today To Place Your Ad! 540-347-4222 or Fax 703-689-1278

EMPLOYMENT SECRETARY Washington Dulles International Airport As the secretary to the Manager, Engineering Division, and the subordinate stall, maintains awareness of the day-today activities of the supervisor and staff In performing varied clerical and secretarial duties. Screens visitors ana callers. Analyzes the content of documents in establishing new subject matter or special project flies. Schedules appointments for supervisor. Occasionally moves up to 15 pounds when storing office supplies. A Current Certification of Typing Proficiency of at least 40 Words Per Minute is required before hiring. The salary begins at $25,985 with an excellent benefits package. Please call (703) 417-8366 for an Authority application form, or see our website www.metwashairports.com. Applications must include announcement number MWAA-OO035. No resumes or transmitted facsimiles. Applications must be received on or before January 31, 2000. Send completed application form to: Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority 1 Aviation Circle Room 118, MA-510 (Employment Department) Washington. DC 20001-6000 ^aithO^ountain Company If you are seeking new responsibilities and a great work atmosphere, we have the job for you. CUSTOMER SERVICE TRAINING SUPERVISOR If you like people and computers this is the perfect place for you. The training Supervisor is responsible for training all new Customer Service Associates using our established program. In addition to training, the Supervisor will be responsible for a small group of reporting employees and other departmental responsibilities. This is a full-time salaried position with benefits and a generous employee discount CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATES Our customer service department is looking for Sales Associates customer calls, take catalog orders and assist with customer service inquiries. If you have a pleasant phone manner, typing skills and an eye for detail, this is the position for you. Enjoy flexible scheduling with day, evening, and weekend hours. We offer training, competitive pay, commission AND a generous employee discount Training classes begin Jan. 31. Applications being accepted through January 28. Stop by to fill out an application at 12625 Lee Highway, Sperryville, fax your resume to Judy at (540) 987-7288 or e-mail us at hr@faidimountain.com An Equal Opportunity Employer BUYING? SELLING? Times Community Newspapers Classified Has It! Call TODAY. 1540-347-422? For Employment and Classified Advertising For nearly a century, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has been making travel safer and more efficient for the Old Dominion...and influencing the shape of transportation nationwide. Culpeper Alta On-Call Snow Removal Positions Highway Equipment Operators Salary Range: S7.97-S12.44 per hour Application Deadline: 5:00 PM, Friday, January 28, 2000 The Culpeper District has multiple openings for on-call, as needed seasonal positions, for emergency situations in Ablemarle, Greene, Fauquier and Rappahannock. During inclement weather conditions, operates and maintains light and medium duty highway equipment, such as single axle dump trucks, front-end loaders, and tractors; clears snow and ice from roadways; and applies abrasives and chemicats on road surfaces. Must be skilled in operating light and medium duty highway equipment during inclement weather conditions and performing preventive maintenance on equipment and be able to perform physically demanding labor. Commercial Driver's License (CDL), physical examination and safety shoes are required. Selected candidates subject to a pre-employment drug test and DMV driving record review. NOTE: These positions are available from October 1, 1999 to March 31, 2000 with no state benefits. Transportation Construction Inspector Senior #07624 & #05095 Salary: $28,292 - $44,171 Salary for the Inspector position: $23,675 - $36,962 Salary Inspector Trainee position: $18,947 - $24,208 Warrenton Residency Application Deadline: 5:00 PM, Friday, January 28, 2000 Applicants will supervise and perform all types of inspection work on both complex and routine roadway, bridge, maintenance work and contract maintenance schedules to ensure quality control and contract compliance with plans, specifications, special provisions and standards. Assigns, trains, and directs the work of subordinate inspectors. Conducts on-site inspections of materials, roadways, and structures, including checking lines, grades, and dimensions of work. Complies and maintains project documentation, such as estimates and progress reports through the use of computerized software in a windows environment; promotes Department safety policies, and communicates with contractors, VDOT personnel and the general public. Candidates must have considerable knowledge of highway and bridge construction methods, practices, procedures, and specifications and safety and EEO/DBE guidelines and regulations. Able to read and interpret plans and specifications; use and instruct others in the operation of survey instruments and engineering field equipment; supervise the work of others; interface with VDOT personnel and the general public and communicate effectively. Must possess experience working with computers in a windows environment. May be required to work during emergency situations. Requires safety shoes and a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Selected candidates subject to DMV driving record review and pre-employment drug test. NOTE: If there are insufficient number of qualified applicants for the Transportation Construction Inspector Senior, it may be filled as Transportation Construction Inspector or Inspector Trainee. The Inspector positions will have comparable duties and qualifications as stated above. We offer Great Benefits that Include choice of health plans, state holidays, vacation and sick leave, state retirement plan, and more! To apply, submit a completed Virginia Application for Employment (Form 10-012) to; Human Resources, VDOT, 1601 Orange Road, Culpeper, VA 22701; FAX: 540-829-7448. Equal Opportunity Employer More of what you’re looking for. Rappahannock News nip.Lxincj [ZJlioucjliti by Randy Minter AN UNTIMELY DEATH When a young person dies, it may be said that he or she had an untimely death, but is that so? Do we all live with a prescription for a long life? Or, do we each have .a unique destiny? The philosopher Cicero attempted to disabuse us of the expectation of a long life when he wrote “Let us get rid of such old wives’ tales as the one that tells us that it is tragic to die before one’s time. What ‘time’ is that, I would like to know? Nature is the one who has granted us the loan of our lives, without setting any schedule for repayment. What has one to complain of if she calls in the loan when she will?” When we lose someone we love too soon, we can find little comfort in the questions that assail us. Grief simply hurts, so it helps to surround oneself with those who knew our loved one81 well. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we're professional, discreet, and thoughtful, which is why we have the reputation that we do in the community. We're at 233 Broadview Ave. For answers to your questions, call 3473431. Bright View Cemetery is located just outside Warrenton. QUOTE: “Death observes no ceremony. ” -John Wise RECYCLE Jane Schwertfeger Warrenton resident Jane Schwertfeger, 84, of Warrenton, formerly of Gore, died Wednesday, Jan. 12 at Warrenton Overlook Health Care Center. A graveside service was conducted on Friday, Jan. 14 at Timber Ridge Church Cemetery in High View, W.Va. by the Rev. Gregory R. Kenney. Mrs. Schwertfeger was born Dec. 25, 1915 in Savanna, 111., daughter of the late George and Catherine Poffenberger Welch. She was the wife of the late Theron “T.B. Schwertfeger. Surviving are three sons, Dale L. Schwertfeger of Chester Gap, James B. Schwertfeger of Del Rio, Texas and Jay P. Schwertfeger of Warrenton and four grandchildren. Giffin Funeral Home in Capon Bridge, W.Va. was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gore Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 146, Gore, Va. 22637. Dorothy Farley Rixeyville resident Dorothy Lair Farley, 81, of Rixeyville died Saturday, Jan. 15. She was bom March. 5, 1918, in Goshen, Va., to the late Thomas Lair and Gertrude Cooper Lair. She was predeceased by her husband, Luther B. Farley Sr. and a son, * Luther (Luke) B. Farley Jr. Survivors include one son, Thomas Charles Farley of Ashland; three daughters, Barbara Farley of Rixeyville, Deborah Farley-Clapp of Falls Church and Lynda Farley Clem of Amissville; one sister, Drew Greene of Covington; 12 grandchildren; one greatgranddaughter and one greatgrandson. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, Jan. 19 at Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper with Dr. Horace Douty officiating. Interment was in Culpeper Masonic Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 1747, Culpeper, Va. 22701 or Culpeper Animal Welfare League, P.O. Box 911, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Correction In last week’s obituary for Maurice Wayne Dodson the name of one sister did not appear, Lou Dodson Good of Stanley. We regret the error. 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Rappahannock Recipes The following are recipes from the Jan. 5, 1950 issue of the Rappahannock News. ' Several readers have indicated they would like to have recipes published from years ago. We will try this adventure and the column will appear as space permits and as often as you, the readers, supply us with recipes. We would like for the recipes to be at least 50 years old. Please feel free to drop a copy of your favorite family recipe by our office at 249 Main Street in Washington or come by and we will make a copy for you. Sugar Cookies 4 heaping cups unsifted flour 1 cup shortening 1 1/2 tablespoons boiling water 1 teaspoon soda - pour boiling water over soda and dissolve it 1 1/2 tablespoon vanilla 3 eggs 2 cups sugar Sift sugar and flour together. Work in shortening. Break three unbeaten eggs into flour and sugar. Put in soda and water and shortening. Work altogether, roll and cut. Added-sprinkle sugar over top-cook in greased pan or pinch a little, roll in palm of hand and flatten out with knife. Mrs. Gilbert Updike Nut Cake 1 quart black walnut meats (floured) 1 pound raisins r 6 eggs not separated 3 cups sugar (sifted) 5 cups flour / 1 cup milk $ 2 heaping teaspoons baking powder Mix well and pour- “in cake mold and bake for three hours in a very slow oven. This makes a very large cake or two small ones. If you make a small, bake 1 1/2 hours. Mrs. Elizabeth DeBergh (Mrs. DeBergh says this recipe was published in the Blue Ridge Guide in 1932, and that she absolutely guarantees it.) Coconut Layer Cake 1/2 cup shortening 1 1/2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 cup milk 2 1/4 cups cake flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon lemon extract Cream shortening with sugar and add beaten eggs. Sift flour together with dry ingredients and add with milk, add extract. Bake in two nine inch pans at 350 degrees. Coconut Icing Combine two unbeaten egg whites, 1 1/2 cups sugar, one dash of salt, 1/3 cup water and two teaspoons of com syrup in double boiler and beat with electric or rotary egg beater until well mixed. Cook over boiling water, beating constantly, about seven minutes or until frosting will stand up into stiff peake, stirring frosting up from bottom and sides of pan occasionally with rubber scraper or spoon. Remove from heat, add one teaspoon vanilla and beat about one minute or until thick enough to spread. Sprinkle with UUCUI1UL. 1I11S recipe makes enough frosting to cover the tops and sides of two nine inch layers or tw®. dozen cup cakes. Miss Louise Schwartz Real Estate Directory • - {;■ k m Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. James P. Jamieson and wife to Leslie Jamieson Sharp and wife, 2.83 percent undivided interest in 113.28 acres, Piedmont District. Deed of gift. Charles H. Foster and wife to Sandra F. Hawkins and others, 1.05 acres and .78 acre, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. Mary Virginia Lanus Quante, Trustee to Ruth Cotterill Richards and others, 9.0964 acres, Piedmont District. $22,500. Rayner V. Snead Jr., Trustee to Hurley D. Smith and wife, 6.5123 and 7.6685 acres, Hampton District. $125,000. Thomas Wharton and wife to Brian Wharton, 2.022 acres, more or less, Stonewall District. Deed of gift. John R. DeBergh to Diane D. Moore, 55 percent interest in tax map 19, page 27, Hampton District. Deed of gift. John R. DeBergh to Deborah D. Flournoy, 55 percent interest in tax map 18, Flint Hill highlights Tbny and Leigh Gomez and children, Emily and Michael of Virginia Beach spent the weekend with her grandmother, Mrs. Christine Vest. They visited among other relatives and friends in the area. Bill Welch and Elizabeth attended a 4-H Leaders Association meeting at the 4-H Center on Friday. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service on the second and fourth Sunday with Robert O. Goff delivering the message. Services on the fifth Sunday are given by Rev. Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 John Farrar, all at 11 a.m. Joanne Welch and Elizabeth joined the ladies of the Washington Baptist Church for breakfast at The Country Cafe on Sunday. The Bill Welch family had lunch at The Country Cafe on Sunday. Have a great week. 4-—.. George Washington Carver-Piedmont Technical Education Center P.O. Box 999, Culpeper, VA 22701 • 540-825-0476 SPRING 2000 CONTINUING EDUCATION SCHEDULE Seating is Limited Call Phyllis or Sheri to Register Class Windows TB Ihe Artist's Way Intro, to Computers MS Access Stained Claim Prepare Your Home For Sale “How Can l Be Out Of Money, I Still Hays QmkC Snanish “Don’t Let 'Em Get You Down" Self Defense Drawing for Beginner* Intermediate Drawing Photography MS Office 2000 Typing,Keyboarding MS Excel Conflict Resolution MS Word fur Windows MS Pawtr Point Decorating Ideas for Tilt Hume Champagne Taste Kiiol-Aid Budget Basie Ai-rounting CEttEnlAid Welding Calligraphy Basket Making MS Front Page 2000 Computers “4" Keens MS Eicel Windows 98 Beginning Internet Advanced Internet Computers Fur Seniors MS Office 2000 Serving the Impossible, Customer So You Want To Be A Writer •“20 Minute Dinners” Country line Dancing Computer Be pair C cramic* Woodworking Medical Terminology Time 3-7 pm 6:30-8:30 pm 5-7 pm 7-9 pm 6:30-9 pm 7-9 pm 6-8 pm 5-7 pm 7-9 pm 5- 7 pm 7-9 pm 6- 9 pm 6-8 pm 5- 8 pm 08 pm 6- 7:30 pm 5:15-7:15 pm 7:15-9:15 pm 6-8 pm 5- 7 pm 6- 9 pm 6-9 pm 5:30-8:30 pm 6-9 pmq 6- 9 pm 6:30-8:30 pm 4:30-6:30 pm 64) pm 7- 9 pm 5:15-7:15 pm 7:15-9:15 pm 4:30-6:30 pm 5- 7 pm 7-9 pm 7-8:30 pm 6- 8 pm 7- 9 pm 6-9 pm 6-8 pm 6- 9 pm 7- 9 pm Length 5wks710hr8. 13wks726hrs. 5wksV10hrs. 5wks.l0hrs. 6wks715hre. 3wks.'6hrs. 5wks.'10hr8. lOwksjTiOhrs. 5wksj'10hrs. 10wks/20hrs. 10wks/20hrs. 10wksj'30hrs, 5wks,'10hrs. 10wks/30hrs. 5wksyi0hrs. 6wks.%rs. 5wkfl/10hrs. 5wks710hrs. 5wks.ll)hrs. 5 wks.'lOhrs. 10wks730hrs. 9wks/21 hrs, lOwks/dOhrs. 5wks715hrs. 7wks/21hrs. SwksyiOhrs. 6wksyi2hrs. 5wksj'10hrs, 5wksj'10hij, 5 wks.'lOhm. SwksyiOhrs. 5wksV10hrs. 5wksyi0hre. 3wks-8hrs. 10wks715hrs, 10wks/20hrs. 10wks/20hrs. 6wksj'18hrs, 5wks710hre. 10wks.'30hrs. 5wksjl0hrs. Cost $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $55.00 $35.00 $75.00 $60.00 $50 00 $50 00 $50 00 $75.00 $75.00 $80.00 $75.00 $55 00 $75.00 $75.00 $50.00 $50 00 $75,00 $50.00 $250.00 $50.00 $60.00 $75.00 $60.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $25,00 $75.00 $65.00 $50.00 $75.00 $6000 $65.00 $55.00 Start 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-21 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-22 2-23 2-23 2-23 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 2-24 Name: Address: _ Daytime Phone:_Evening Phone:_ *We must have both numbers to notify you if class is cancelled. Class Code Cost Day (circle one) Time Mon./Tues./Th urs. o_n./Tu e 8./T hur s !J»s /.TJmrs. Allen Real Estate celebrates tenth year Founded in 1990 in Warrenton’s Historic District, Allen Real Estate celebrates its tenth anniversary with its best year ever. The firm announced that Joe Allen, Jr. had personal sales production of just over 40 million dollars in 1999. Based on statistics from the Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc., the company believes this to be the highest production by a single agent in the Warrenton/Fauquier /Middleburg marketplace. Allen’s personal sales included houses from $90,000 to $2,900,000 and land priced from $124,000 to $2,500,000. His current listing inventory includes properties priced from $170,000 to $3,650,000 in Fauquier, Culpeper, Rappahannock and surrounding areas. Allen Real Estate is located at 43 Culpeper Street in Warrenton and can be reached at 347-3838. ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. Castleton - 14.2 acres of mostly open rolling meadows, nice hardwoods, meandering stream, building site with views of Old Rag Mt. The property offers a well, septic, driveway, 3-stall barn and some fencing. Great buy at $99,500. Castleton - Possible owner terms on this 9.5 newly surveyed tract with wonderful homesite on hillside to enjoy mountain and pastoral views plus creek, stone walls and fencing. $70,575 Opening Soon, a New Satellite Office to Serve Our Rappahannock Customers and Friends! Our new location will be on Rt. 211 beside the Old Hampton Inn (now Mid-State Electric) near the Quickie Mart. We will offer a wide variety of services including traditional buyer and seller brokerage, multiple listing services with marketing services on the internet (including visual tours via Bamboo.com and IPIX), private consultations in preparing properties for the market and private consultations concerning negotiation to purchase. We will also soon have a fee for services for those of you who want to save on commissions and do part of the work yourself. We believe in embracing new technology and will be offering the best that is available in our area. We look forward to seeing you in the near future! SAwMi'^SNEAD 437-A South Royal Avenue. Front Royal. VA rjra n 540-635-9808 • 1-800-292-3548 “ “Leading the Way in Services into the New Millennium’ iSp Please sisit web page on the internet at http://M w w.realtor.t <>iii/washin^ti>ii«l« saiiiMiead page 52, Hampton District. Deed of gift. Eugene Martin and wife to Buddy C. Stolze and wife, lots 11, 13, 14 and 15, section G, plat seven, block two, Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Wakefield District. $28,000. Lawrence R. Dodson, Trustee to Charles L. Baker and wife, lot B-2, .3026 acres, Village of Sperryville, Piedmont District. $55,000. May Anna Atkins to William E. Noakes and wife, 29.12 acres, more or less, Wakefield District. $100,000. Thomas Benjamin Massie and wife to Aney Melissa Massie Hoehn, Trustee, 12.8865 percent undivided interest in 38.8028 acres, Hampton District. Deed of gift. Duane E. Fincham and wife to Virginia K. Cloud, lot B, 5.105 acres, Hampton District. $75,000. Joseph Carbone III to Jeffrey P. Burke and wife, 2.3769 acres and 3.5542 acres, Hampton District. $49,000. 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 ; THINKING l OF SELLING? Let us help you. Residential, acreage and farm listings needed. Over 26 years experience selling - ’ Rappahannock County * properties. '; James W. Leake ; 987-8236 Bud Corder • John Eubank 675-3291 987-8146 : Coming soon to the Old Ricketts Tavern 602 Zachary Taylor Highway Flint Hill, Virginia 540675-3777 Kevin Day, Broker, GRI Licensed since 1982 IB What everyone is looking for!! A place in the woods, at the end of a country road, springs, fenced and cedar home with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen and dining room. Close to Washington, VA, and on 14 acres. Call Skippy Giles to see today. $179,900 This house is for vou! 2 bedrooms, den, living room, kitchen and dining area on 1 acre. Call Skippy Giles to see today. $74,900 Thinking of selling or buying call Skippy Giles. If it isn 7 listed here it shoud be. We are opening soon just south of Washington, VA on Rt. 522/211 near The Rappahannock Elementary School. ii m ii !■ SKIPPY GILES GRl, Associate SAM SNEAD 437-A South Royal Avenue, Front Royal. VA 22630 iH 540-635-9808 • 1-800-292-3548 •ttw Home 540-675-3637 E-mail:hardrock@shentel.net or cgiles@realtor.com Visit my web page at www.clarencegiles.realtor.com Leading The: REAL ESTATE III We Need Listings! We have sold or have under contract the following properties during the last month! 82 Acres w/very large Contemporary 80 Acres w/classic Farmhouse 14 Acres w/views of mountains 9 wooded Acres, private 14 Acres w/brick Rambler & pond 26 Acres w/small house, Old Rag views 75 Acres w/Estate home Sold $470,000 Sold $370,000 Sold $125,000 Sold $22,500 Under Contract Under Contract Under Contract — List with Real Estate HI —— The #1 Sale & Listing Company in Rappahannock. Our Washington Office offers regular advertising in the Rappahannock News, Washington Post, Rapplinks, various real estate papers and our web site: realestateIII.com. Real Estate IE is a member of a multi -state multiple listing service, The Greater Piedmont Association Of' Realtors and realtor.com, the largest home search site in the world. Web site: realestateHI.com