Rappahannock News, May 10, 2000

***& J b *0? 50 cents ~1 274994 LIBRARY OF VIRGINIA SERIALS SECTION 800 E BROAD ST RICHMOND VA 23219-1905 123nd Year ... No. 19 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 2000 www.timespapers.com n ■ ir.it —p-it Rapp Briefs Lions Club auction slated for Saturday The Rappahannock County Lions will hold their annual auction on Saturday, May 13 at 6 p.m. at the Washington Fire Hall. If you have something to donate call H.B. Wood at 987-3301; Charlie Whorton at 987-9217 or Jim Dellinger at 987-9027 Rt. 522 designated as Virginia Byway The Commonwealth Transportation Board designated Route 522 in Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties as a Virginia Byway at its April meeting. The board designated 27.5 miles of Route 522, from Main Street in Culpeper to Chester Gap at the Rappahannock/Warren County line, as a Virginia Byway. A Virginia Byway is defined as a road having a relatively high aesthetic or cultural value, leading to or within areas of historical, natural or recreational significance. In the case of Route 522, officials cited points of interest found along the route, including three locations that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places - Elmwood in Culpeper County, the Sperryville Historic District and the Washington Historic District in Rappahannock County. Civil War discussion Historic markers on Lee Highway remind us that the confederate Army passed through the Amissville area on its march to Manassas in 1862. In fact, this is only one of many times the Armies were in Rappahannock County and Amissville in the Civil War. You can hear more about this and other events that occurred in our area at the next Amissville Area Community Association meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 11 at the Amissville fire hall. Mr. Jim Gannon, owner of the Sperryville bookstore and coordinator of the Civil War Round Table, will offer an overview of events in the county during the war. This session is part of the Association’s efforts to promote the heritage of our area. The meeting and presentation are open to the public. The meeting will include discussions on how we can best display and promote the rich history of Amissville and Rappahannock. For information contact Steve Miller at 937-7327, Rick Kohler at 675-1373. Tax relief deadline Tax relief for the elderly applications are currently being accepted at the Rappahannock Commissioner of Revenue Office. Deadline for filing is July 1. Anyone with questions or those desiring more information should call the office at 675-3513. Happenings » Wednesday, May 10, the Washington Town Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the town hall. There will be a public bearing for comment on the Budget for FY 00/01. • Thursday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. the Town Architectural Review Board will meet at the town hall. • The May 17 meeting of the Rappahannock County Planning Commission has been canceled. •II'" 63700 » 23050 « Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Peaceful Photo courtesy of Cynthia Stamps The whole world is passing by as the beautiful white swan at the Bleu Rock Inn pond enjoys a swim in the early afternoon on a recent day. See related swan poem B1. Next step for Gateway project BYDONAUDETTE Rappahannock News Writer On April 19, the Sperryville Gateway Committee leadership sat around a few tables upstairs in the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad building, examined vendor proposals, heard their presentations, and selected what they believed to be the best professional planning, design, engineering, and management company to take the next step in the Sperryville Gateway Project. The winner: The Cox Company of Charlottesville. The Cox Company has undertaken major studies for communities such ds Orange, Staunton, Luray, and Williamsburg. The next step? The preparation of specific construction plans and documents for both the Main Street and the Thornton River area of Sperryville. These construction plans and documents will address the needs expressed by the Sperryville community in the ■ Gateway Committee’s original public survey. The plans and documents will cover a footbridge over the Thornton River; new walkways and sidewalks; issues related to land use; preservation considerations; enhanced signage, street lighting, street furniture such as benches and trash receptacles, pavement and crosswalks, utility plans, layouts for parking, new landscaping and buffer improvements, and other improvements. Four professional companies had responded to the County’s Request for Proposal (RFP) sent out March 17 (Sperryville has no legal standing; therefore the county handles contractual matters). The proposals from the companies were due April 7 for initial review. Each company then made an hour-long presentation and answered questions from the selection committee on April 19. The YtftUND Effect^jaaaa^'asiiL. REPRESENTATIVE: Design by The Cox Company of a footbridge: Woodland Bridge at Mary Washington Hospital, Fredericksburg. selection committee consisted of John McCarthy, the County Administrator and Project Coordinator, and the following board members of the Sperryville Gateway Committee: Pete Estes, Tom Junk, Martin Woodard and Buck Payne. Tom Tepper, of the Rappahannock County Planning Commission, provided an outside opinion and advice on architectural matters. VDOT is expected to sign off on the $230,000 grant money in the next few weeks if not sooner, so that the Gateway Committee may start spending its TEA-21 funding. TEA21 stands for Transportation Enhancement Act for the 21st Century. In the meantime, the Sperryville Gateway Committee is planning to bring the public up to date on the project at the May 18 meeting to be held at the Sperryville Fire Hall at 7 p.m. Copies of The Cox Company proposal will be available to the public See GATEWAY, Page A4 School Board ups teacher pay 9% BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Writer Acting on a proposal by School Superintendent Dr. David Gangel, the Rappahannock County School Board approved a salary increase for school teachers and administrators that exceeds that budgeted for fiscal year 2000-2001. With acceptance of the proposal, teachers will see an increase of 7.4 percent plus a step, which equates to a total of approximately 9 percent, and administrative staff will receive a salary increase of 4.75 percent plus a step. These salary increases will cost nearly $116,000, and Dr. Gangel proposed to fund them by deferring specific purchases and reallocating funds that were designated for other purposes. Rappahannock supervisors, at their May 1 meeting, approved the School Board's budget in full, but were unable to add additional funds to sweeten the, teacher salary pot, despite the nearly unanimous expression of support to do so. At that meeting however, the Board of Supervisors suggested that Dr. Gangel find a way to increase educator pay within the constraints of the budget, and he met that challenge successfully. Given the School Board approval, Dr. Gangel and his staff can now begin to prepare teacher contracts that include the increased salaries. There is renewed hope that these cooperative efforts of the Superintendent, the Board of Supervisors, the School Board, and the many supporters of better teacher pay will help retain Rappahannock public school educators. Dress code only a possibility Rumors about the imposition of a dress code in Rappahannock schools precipitated a petition drive by RCHS students. Colin Nichols addressed the School Board about student opposition to a dress code, and suggested that efforts and energy be directed instead to "fix things that need fixing . . . like putting air conditioning in classrooms and getting water that tastes like water . . The petition, according to Colin, included the signatures of 175 people opposed to a dress code-teachers, parents, and 125 students. High School teacher Beth Gall attempted to clarify the dress code issue by noting that a draft code was prepared for School Board review by a teacher Steering Committee subcommittee because of some instances of "inappropriate dress" and a lack of specificity in the current dress code. She emphasized that the students would be involved in code development, and that the draft presented to the School Board was a preliminary effort. RCHS Principal Jack Raines further explained the subcommittee's rationale and dress code development process, and appeared to defuse the issue. School Board Chair Rosa Crocker referred the draft to the Board's Policy Subcommittee, and additional discussion will be conducted See SCHOOL BOARD, Page A8 Hearthstone school to quit Casdeton BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Writer The Hearthstone Whole Family Learning Center will be looking for a new location more accessible to prospective parents at the end of this school semester. Since the Chateauville Foundation (CF) has helped fund the school as part of a “Hearthstone-at-Castleton" project, the school's moving on means that it will no longer receive CF funding, and it expects to attract other sources of financial support. “I have so eryoyed having the children close by studying and playing. I shall miss them,” said Dietlinde Maazel, co-owner of Castleton farms and Vice-President of the Chateauville Foundation. “We can understand the Hearthstone school wishing to relocate since so many parents of prospective students have suggested that it be at a more accessible (but rural) location. We wish them well!" In a formal statement to the Rappahannock News, Mrs. Maazel said that “The Chateauville Foundation regrets that with the planned departure of the Hearthstone School .from Castleton Farms, the Foundation’s mandate to help fund the Hearthstone-at-Castfeton project . will have to be terminated. The project was conceived as an optimal interaction of rural values and the Fine Arts, integrated into a cohesive program through a Walaorf/Steiner approach to education.The Hearthstone Whole Family Learning Center has an integrity on its own and merits support from Rappahannock residents.”

Blackbirclpie to taste? No way / [Editor’s note: This is the second half of a two-part story on the red-winged blackbird.] The brown-streaked females select a patch of vegetation, often over water, in which they construct deep nests that eventually contain four to six eggs of striking beauty. The base color is pale bluish-white, and the eggs are marked all over with squiggles, dots and lines of intense black — as black as the male’s feathers. Thoreau called these markings “hieroglyphics” and wondered who could translate the markings. “It is always writing of the same character and much diversified,” he wrote. Enter a marsh where redwings are nesting, and the male immediately tells you of his mate’s nest near-* by by fluttering over your head, displaying his red shoulders and uttering his scold notes. At times, he appears close to an attack but it doesn’t happen; it is all menace and threat. Other male redwings join the chorus of complaint until the air is filled with their cries and flurries of black and red feathers. Male redwings are so aggressive on breeding territory that they attack birds much larger than themselves. Ravens, hawks and ospreys that dare to fly over redwing home territory are fearlessly attacked. One male was observed landing on the back of a crow and pecking with fury. I once watched as a vul All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott ture sailed over a salt marsh in South Carolina where redwings were nesting. A male flew up and attacked the big black bird repeatedly. A vulture — with its habit of eating dead meat — is no threat to a redwing. Yet the male redwing perceived the vulture as a menace. The vulture seemed to ignore the much smaller bird and sailed on across the marsh. The importance of the scarlet shoulder patches in attracting and securing a mate and, at the same time, patrolling a territory, was well illustrated when an ornithologist captured a territorial male and temporarily covered his scarlet feather with paint. Immediately, the bird lost his mate and his territory. His mate did not recognize him, and other males drove him from the marsh. Both were restored when the paint was removed. In her delightful cookbook, “Cross Creek Cookery,” published in 1942, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, author of “The Yearling,” gives a recipe for “blackbird pie,” -to be made with redwings. It sounds delicious. Rawlings ended the recipe: “Four birds per person are right, so that for six people one has truly ‘four and twenty blackbirds baked in a pie.’ “ To be fair to the author, I should quote from her introduction to this delicacy: “This dish is illegal, since the tak• ing of red-winged blackbirds is forbidden by federal law — which I discovered probably just in time to save myself a term in the penitentiary.” Redwings were frequently shot in large numbers in the 19th century and the early part of the 20th. Blackbirds descending on rice fields in the southeast could be very destructive and were a serious problem for rice growers along the coast, from Virginia south to Georgia. Close relatives of the redwing, the bobolinks, were shot by the thousands when, during fall migration, they descended onto rice fields to feed. To this day, bobolink populations have not recovered from the slaughter. Redwings have maintained populations at a healthy level. So early do redwings fly north that Thoreau wrote on March 11, 1859: “The birds anticipate the spring; they come to melt the ice with their song.” The redwing’s liquid call from the marsh in very early spring is indeed splendid; it thaws the heart of one weary of winter. Virginia naturalist John Trott welcomes reader mail, care of this newspaper, P. O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747. We're caring. For you. At Culpeper Regional Hospital, every person on our staff cares. They care about their job, their community, and the role they play in the lives of your family members and neighbors. Every day our doctors, nurses, and staff serve the communities they are a part of. We are here to offer the best care possible to keep our region healthy, growing, and strong. Because we really care. About you. Culpeper Regional Hospital 83 Promoting health. Preserving community. www.culpeperhospital.com RCPS news BY JAN MAKE LA RappahannockNews Writer Teachers! Teachers! You do your best! Even when we put you' To the test! Two, four, six, eight Who do we appreciate? Teachers! Teachers! Yea! • Can you see where this is heading? It’s not too late to say thank you to a teacher who has been special to you or your child in some , way! Teacher Appreciation Week continues through Friday, but teachers are always happy to receive notes of appreciation at any time throughout the year. All of our teachers are special in some way. Classroom teachers, Art, Music, P.E. teachers, Guidance Counselors, Speech teachers, Librarians, and more, all deserve our gratitude for the tremendous, and often frustrating though rewarding work they do for our children. • Mr. Ben “Cooter” Jones was observed visiting Mrs. Karen Alexander’s Special Education classroom at RCES last Thursday, May 4. Having this former congressman and television personality visit our school was a treat foi; teachers and students alike. Many thanks! • The fifth grade DARE Graduation was held last Thursday evening at RCES. Each fifth and sixth grade student received a DARE tee shirt, and students who had written winning essays about the DARE program were invited to read them on stage. Those talented students were: Fifth Graders Katherine Crawford, Benjamin Hackney, Anna Owens, Jesse Palmer and Sixth Graders Justin Gheen, Courtney Hutcheson, Larry Oliver and Patrick Treanor. Captain Jeff Brown takes great pride in the DARE Program and the DARE Graduation which recognizes all participating students, so it was unfortunate that he was unable to attend the ceremony. He took ill on the evening of the graduation and was taken to the hospital. We are extremely happy to report that he is being treated successfully for a severe inner ear infection and should be back at school soon. • In his absence, Sheriff Larry Sherertz, Principal Raye Tupper and Middle School Co-Principal Richard Smith did a stellar job of “winging” the program. We were very pleased to have several members of the Lions Club in attendance, as well as School Board Member, Ms. Rosa Crocker, and Board of Supervisors members, Mr. Bob Anderson and Mr. Bryant Lee. • RCPS Gifted and Talented teacher Mrs. Amy Gubler and RCES second grade teacher Mrs. Geraldine Payne traveled to Harrisonburg last Thursday with the five RCES winners of the WVPT Rainbow Contest and their parents. WVPT-TV presented each winner with a special award. We are very proud of these talented students: Emily Carter, Taylor Light, Caroline Massie, Joseph Switzer and Rachel Switzer. • The After Prom Party on Saturday night was an overwhelming success thanks to the hard work of our phenomenal Parent Committee and others. Members of the committee were Mrs. Lorinda Bosch, Mrs. Cecilia Dennis, Mrs. Wanda Early, Mrs. Debbie Fantaci, Mrs. Kim Goodwin and Mrs. Nina Shepardson. Professional dance instructor and volunteer, Mr. George Colvin, offered dance lessons at RCHS on three afternoons prior to the prom for any interested students. Mrs. Susan Fox, Alternative Education teacher, Mrs. Janet Jenkins, Guidance Secretary, and Captain Jeff Brown, DARE Officer and School Resource Officer all deserve special recognition. • The RCHS Senior Banquet is in the process of being planned by a Parent Committee chaired (most efficiently) by Mrs. Mel Paratore, and our RCHS Staff. As more information on this special evening for our graduating seniors unfolds we will pass it on. • DARE Day at RCES is scheduled for Friday, May 26, and, as usual, we are in dire need of volunteers for the event. Captain Jeff Brown has worked tirelessly to plan the event and invite a multitude of exhibitors, but the real challenge comes in setting up and helping to run the exhibits and concessions! Please sign up today to volunteer. The actual event runs from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., but we also need assistance the day before marking spaces and setting up tents. We only ask for a time commitment of one to two hours, but this will insure the success of this wonderful community event. Are you aged 18-88? Great! We appreciate your, help. Please call Jan Makela, Volunteer Coordinator, at 9878259 and plan to be a part o£ this fun day! Also, if you have children up to age five please plan to. visit the “Central Courtyard and Butterfly Garden” at RCES on DARE Day. There will be many agencies and teachers on hand to answers questions that you may have about your pre-school agedi child. There are many services available to pre-schoolers and their parents that often appear to be “well kept secrets.” Please help us spread the word to others in the community that might be able to use this information. Many thanks to volunteer Ms. Barbara Adolphi who is helping to plan this event. Questions? Call Helen Williams, Director of Special Education, at 987-8773 or Jai* Makela at 987-8259. Students earn high honors BY LORI FERREIRA RappahannockNews Writer The results of the National Latin Exam are in, and once again, Wakefield Country Day School students earned high honors. Of the 41 students at WCDS taking the exam, 27 scored higher than the national average, with one student, Elizabeth Williams of Winchester, earning a perfect score. Awards presented at last week’s assembly by Headmaster Michael Vargo and Latin Teacher John McMahon were as follows: For Introduction to Latin, Special Certificates went to Aaron Marx of Strasburg, Adam O’Connor and Lacy Judd of Front Royal, Danielle Dombrowski and Jordan Hammelman of Warrenton, and Katherine Guiffre of Huntly. Outstanding Special CIeq/||. 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Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. Certificates and Ribbons for Introduction to Latin were awarded to Rachel Marx of Strasburg, Robert Rakaric of Luray, Paul Beattie of Rappahannock and Briana Stone, Mary Sullivan, Alexander Toth and Jesse Ferreira of Front Royal. For Latin 2, Cum Laude Certificates were awarded to Christina Luke of Sperryville, Eileen Cummings of Rixeyville, Arlen Sherwood of Washington, Wayne Beatty of Luray, and Antonia Toth and Judson Hurlbert of Front Royal. Latin 2 Magna Cum Laude Certificates were awarded to David Riedel of Washington and Stephen Dowell of Castleton. A Latin 2 Silver Medal and Maxima Cum Laude Certificate went to Samuel Wood of Washington. Elizabeth Williams of Winchester and Maureen Dale of Luray were awarded the Gold Medal and Summa Cum Laude Certificates, the highest award for Latin 2. Silver Medal and Maxima Cum Laude Certificates were awarded to Thomas Dowell of Castleton for Latin 4 and Alissa Rye of Front Royal for Latin 5. Put On Your Dancin’ Shoes! Society One 4 7t “Singles of Northern Virginia” Invites you to a gathering of quality people to ^ ^ _ meet new friends. • ^ $12 Cover includes admission, appetizers, top 40 dance music & door prizes. $2 of each admission donated to Breast Cancer Research. When: Sunday, May 21 Where: Basin St. 45695 Regal Plaza Sterling, VA Time: 6:00 - 10:00 For more info call Stephanie 703-771-3202 • or Betty 703-421-0731 \ or E-mail: socletyone4u@aol.com ! Dress is business dressy. Dance music by Delaney.

Damaged foundation spurs changes BY BILL KOSSLER Rappahannock News Writer As the years progress, and time and nature take their toll, sometimes even the most venerable and storied old buildings pass away. Fletcher’s Mill is as recognizable and renowned a landmark as any in the county. The beautiful old mill, by the corner of 522 and the mill’s namesake road, has passed through many vicissitudes in its long life but now succumbs to age. Owner John Ford is in the process of partially tearing down the mill. His family informs us that there are one or more springs flowing up through part of the foundation, causing the sort of damage you would expect from water on wood over many years. If nothing were done, the building would gradually become more unstable. At the same time, the Fords have determined that the damage is much too extensive to simply repair. Even if they somehow made this possible, there would still be water flowing up, ready to cause new damage. So what will happen now? They plan to tear down the most damaged half, with perhaps a terrace and boxwood garden on the remains of the old foundation. The other half they hope to restore, and convert to some use, such as living quarters. Fletcher’s Mill was the last grand old water powered mill in Rappahannock to close down. It’s been known by that name since the Civil War, but dates back at least to 1819, and possibly a number of years earlier. The Fletcher family owned and operated the mill from after the Civil War until its last year of operation in 1956. Its current decline dates back at least to flood damage in 1979. Photo by Bill Kossler MILL: Fletcher’s Mill was the last mill to close in Rappahannock. The mill ran on water drawn down a long mill race from the Thornton, and drained into Beaver Dam Creek. It operated as an important mill for a minimum of a hundred and thirty-seven years. Quite a bit of flour must have passed out its doors, although nothing, I’m sure, compared to the huge high speed facilities of today. How many industrial sites in the U.S. can boast that kind of life span? Throughout the first half of this century, the mill ground two grades of flour and com meal, supplying every store in the area. It also purchased much home raised wheat. At one point, maybe for many years, most residents were eating bread and corabread made from flour that came through Fletcher’s Mill. Of course there were many other mills, but Fletcher’s Mill was one of the largest and most active, and, as noted before, the last to close. Ironically, while today, whole grain wheat is considered more wholesome, and is a bit more expensive, in the days of mills such as this, whole grain wheat flour was called “mountain flour”. People sifted out the bran and germ and fed it to animals, and were willing to spend more, if they had it, for white flour. I wonder what water mill, stone ground organic “mountain flour” would sell for today? It is sad to see the demise of such a storied old building. It is some small recompense at least that the event gives cause to stop and ponder what has come and gone. Through our thoughts and remembrances only is the past present and history alive, so in a sense, our thinking and discussing the passing of Fletcher’s Mill brings back those stories, and perhaps breathes more life into them than they’ve known for a long time. If you are interested, a good source for information on Rappahannock landmarks, and an interesting read, in any event, is Rappahannock County, Virginia, a history, by Elisabeth B. and C.E. Johnson Jr., published in 1981. Credit for the historical information in this piece goes there. If by chance you remember the mill in operation, ever worked there or got flour from there, and would like to tell this writer anything about it call Bill Kossler at 987-8808. Three thefts occur in county in 10 days The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office is investigating three thefts of property that have occurred in the county over the past 10 days. On May 1, it was reported that materials at a building site off Horton Hollow Road near Castleton had been stolen, and that a folding table on the site had been destroyed. Missing are two window Units, valued at $80 each, and a roll of electrical wire, valued at $30. Dep. Anthony Berry is investigating the incident. A power push lawn mower was reported stolen from the yard of a residence in the 500 block of Woodward Road near Sperryville. According to the complaint, the red power mower Garden Club to offer scholarship The Rappahannock County Garden Club will once again offer the Francis J. Leonard Memorial Scholarship to a ^senior in Rappahannock -County for the purpose of continuing his or her education. A grant of $1500 will be awarded to a student enrolling in a four year college or university. $1,000 will be given the first year and $500 in the second year. An applicant must be a resident of Rappahannock County, a member of this year’s graduating class (home -schooled or other schools), be accepted at an accredited four year school, have a need for financial assistance and be recommended by three nonrelative residents of Rappahannock County. Applications for the grant are available at the guidance department of the Rappahannock County High School or from Mrs. Irwin R. Kilby, 987-8741. The deadline for returning the applications is May 22. was last seen on April 30, where it had been left under cover behind a shed on the property. The mower is valued at $150. The investigating officer is Dep. Roger Jenkins. Grand larceny of tools and an outboard motor from a garage on Castle Mountain Road near Castleton was reported on May 7. Stolen were two tool boxes and their contents, value unknown; a Sears rotary power saw valued at $60; and a silver Johnson outboard motor, valued at $300. Princ« William Golf ! fy**>*( *27.00! weekdays after 1pm Call 703-754-7111 Plus tax Cart included and required. Nonmetal spikes required Coupon valid up to 4 players & not valid w/any other otter Expires May 17, 2000 According to the report filed, the garage was unlocked at the time of the intrusion. Dep. James Welch is investigating. DWI is charged Following a traffic stop on May 1 for an expired county sticker, Nestor Alvarez, 41, of CAFE 11763 Lee Hwy., Sperryvillc, Vfi Thursday 5/11: OPEN MIC. Sponsored by Oasis CD Friday 5/12 Stephan Smith Saturday 5/13 The Usual Suspects Sunday 5/14. Trust Me NOW OPEN Thursday - Sunday 5:30 to closing Family Dining 8 Flna Musk 540-987-3162 ■* www.bluomooncafc.com Flint Hill was charged by Dep. Anthony Berry with driving while intoxicated. Alvarez was on Rt. 522 north of the Huntly dumpster at 8:54 a.m. when he was stopped by Dep. Berry. While interviewing Alvarez, Dep. Berry detected a strong smell of alcohol, and subsequently charged him with DWI. Jeffrey L. Butler Washington Motor Works New Service Hours Effective Immediately 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday Closed Wednesday and Sunday 540-675-3376 or 540-675-2198 If you are looking for a great investment opportunity, look no further than your local community bank! For a limited time only, at Rappahannock National Bank you can open a 15-month CD with a minimum of $5,000 and you will earn a rate of 6.75% with an APY of 6.96%! This great CD promotion is subject to change so don't delay! If you live in Rappahannock County shouldn’t you be banking with Rappahannock National Bank£ Rappahannock National Bank Mww.ubsh.com P.O. Box 179 • 257 Gay Street • Washington, Virginia 22747 • 540-675-3519 Wiv^fer^wo^alu^wttl^tMe^offer^nur^^xjtenatt^Jo^carl^jniihirawa^ Member FDK Champion Photo courtesy of Janet O'Keefe 2000 Old Fashioned Point-to-Point champions, Joseph Kincheloe and Garth of Birmingham. Rappahannock riders excel in spring season As the Virginia Point-toPoint Associations’s spring season comes to an end, Rappahannock Hunt members garnered several yearend titles. Winning the Fast Time Pair Race Championship were Michael Brown riding Pseuminator and Joseph Kincheloe riding Chain Saw. This is the sixth year in a row Brown and Kincheloe have won this division. The husband and wife team of Bob and Julie Williamson won the Adult Optimum Pair Race division riding Josh and Summertime respectively. Daughter Lindsey and her pony Copper Dart, teamed with partner Linda Brown and Red River to win the Junior/Adult division title. Joseph Kincheloe and his Garth of Birmingham were the Old Fashioned Point-to Point Race champions and will receive the Rhusam Plate for an unprecedented fifth year in a row. Garth, winner of numerous fast time pair and old fashioned point-topoint races, succumbed shortly after his last race. His owner and many fans will sorely miss him. In other news, the Rappahannock Hunt’s annual meeting was held at the Rappahannock County Library on April 5. After concluding the business session, elections were held for the Master(s), Officers and Board of Directors. For the first time in over 20 years, Larry LeHew, MFH, did not run for reelection. LeHew of Front Royal, was elected Joint Master of Foxhounds along with J.A.Bemard Dahlgren of Flint Hill, in 1980. They shared that position until Dahlgren’s untimely death in a car accident in 1985. LeHew served alone until 1999 when LeHew and Oliver Brown of Reva were elected as Joint Masters. Officers for 2000-2001 are: Oliver L. Brown, MFH; David Ingram, President; Augustus Edwards III, Vice-President; Barton Hitchcock, Honorary Secretary; and Virginia McCarty, Treasurer. Elected to the Board of Directors were: Judge Douglas Ginsburg, Mary Melville Lewis, Linda Brown, John Leary, Deborah Baker and Janet Payne O’Keefe. April 5,1979 May 14,1997 We are grateful far the goodness and joy, the laughter and fondness §§g brought to ad of us. 4k treasure the Beauty of her life and the way she shared it with others. 'he lidjdalkoays Be apart ANNUAL LIONS CLUB AUCTION Saturday, May I > at 6 />.m. at the Washington Volunteer hire Ihdl Certificates and merchandise from local businesses. Many generous donations from private collections and estates. Wood chipper Washer/dryer Furniture Garden wagon Glassware Refrigerator Sewing Machine with attachments Portable dishwasher Story dolls Camera Equipment Household items AND MUCH, MUCH MORE COMING DAILY COME & JOIN US! Bill Payne Auctions, Inc> P.O. 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It’s almost Relay time - May 19 and 20 BY MIKE MAHONEY RappahannockNews Writer The Year 2000 Rappahannock County Relay for Life can trace its origin to an event that took place in Tacoma, Washington fifteen years ago. A medical doctor, Gordon Klatt undertook a one-man, twenty-four hour marathon around a local track and raised $27 thousand for the American Cancer Society. The’ following year, 340 supporters joined Dr. Klatt and the Relay for Life was bom. Each year since, more communities have conducted their own and the Relay is now \ a nationwide phenomena. > Rappahannock residents J trace their own participation • in the Relay over a shorter I period. In 1997 and 1998, ■ Rappahannock teams partici| pa ted in the Faquier County . Relay, on the grounds of Airlie j House. In 1999, however, . Rappahannock leaders decid) ed that they could recruit . more teams and raise more | money if they staged their ! own, local Relay. They proved ' themselves more than right. ! Their first time ever efforts ‘ achieved first place results in ■ the Mid-Atlantic Region and • seventh place results in the | entire country in terms of money raised per capita. It is worth noting that the Relay for Life is truly a local, community undertaking. Staff from the American Cancer Society do provide guidance and coaching. But the actual event, from the preplanning stages to the final clean-up, is made possible by the hundreds of hours of effort donated by community members. It is also an event marked by the participation of virtually all segments of the county. The accompany photograph only hint at the diversi Photo courtesy of Mike Mahoney STROLLING ALONG: Hundreds of Rappahannock residents turned out last year for the first Relay to be held in the county. The second annual event will take place at the Rappahannock County Elementary School on Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20. ty of last year’s participation: young-old; black-white; republican-democrat; native bornrecent arrival; people from every area of the county were there. Of course, it is also a family affair, ranging from infants to great-grandparents. The Rappahannock Relay for Life is serious business. Its major objective is to raise money to aid in the fight against cancer. It also has its solemn moments, especially when the victims of cancer, both those who died and those who survived, are honored and remembered. But one reason that it is so successful is that it is a fun event. It is a time when families get together with their friends and neigh bors and enjoy the fact that they have worked together to accomplish a good thing. There will be entertainment, games, dancing, and food. Indeed, it has been reported that at last year’s Relay, there was a serious debate as to whether people were eating more so they could walk more or whether they were walking more so they could eat more. Forty teams have so far signed up for the Relay, which will begin with registration and campsite set-up at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 19 at the Rappahannock Elementary School. There will be music or other entertainment beginning at 6:30 and welcome ceremonies begin at 7. The Relay THE PROFESSIONAL LUMBERYARD™ Special Buy! SHINGLES CLASSIC I 20 year warranty I Class A self-sealing PROMINENCE I 30 year warranty I 3 tab laminate look '37" OAKRIDGE 25 I 25 yar warranty ■ Dimens K>roi OAKRIDGE 30 I 30 ymar warranty I Dim«nj(onaJ OAKRIDGE 40 ■ 40 year warranty I 3 tab dimensional look 100 sq.ft. $3630 SAQ92 100 iq. It_*17 100 sq. ft-..., *59 12 VINYL I SIDING I PEARL DRIFTWOOD HARBOR BLUE IVORY K WHITE /fmvU&i'i, "TKott /tutUntie tmw. 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For more information, the following people may be contacted: Ben Atkins at 635-2377 or Ester Settle at 675-3252 for general information about the Relay. Gateway From Page Al for their review and discussion. In addition, the Gateway Committee will discuss details on further public involvement in the project plans and will seek further feedback from the citizery. In essence, The Cox Company plans to undertake its work in four phases. The first phase involves a two to four week long Gateway Study Area Analysis. This will draw on field observations; a review of existing maps, plans, and other materials covering Main Street, the Thornton River corridor, the historic district, and contiguous privately owned land. The result is to be a qualitative assessment to identify image areas, opportunities to reinforce existing attributes, and identify where new treatments are needed to create image and characterdefining edges of the village revitalization area and along the Thornton River corridor. The second phase, also taking two to four weeks, will involve public work sessions and work shops. The results of the Gateway Study Area Analysis will be presented to Sperryville and the county. The third phase takes six to eight weeks. Using the results of the first two phases, The Cox Company will prepare a series of up to three corridor and land use master A bit of history The Sam Miller Farm BY JOHN R. DEBERGH RappahannockNews Writer Fifty years ago on April 15, 1950,1 purchased at an auction on the Courthouse steps in Washington, the W.G. Wood “Harris Hollow Place.” This farm was really the farm of Samuel Miller, which had gotten out of the ownership of the Harris family. Samuel Miller lived on his farm located at the head of Harris Hollow. He was the son of Henry Miller II who was the son of Henry Miller I and his wife Susannah Sibberrine Sibly. According to John W. Miller of Rappahannock County, who was 93 years old on March 23, 1901, copied March 23, 1901 by Edward T. Jones. Henry Miller I came from Germany about 1748, settled in Philadelphia, and married a German lady, Susannah Sibberrine Sibly. He remained there some time, two of his daughters married and lived in that city. He came to Virginia and settled near Washington, Rappahannock County about the time of the Revolutionary War. Before he came to this country, he was on the staff of Frederick of Prussia and was insulted by a superior officer whom he knocked down and had to leave the country on account of this rash act. Samuel Miller married Delilah Bywaters and they had one child, a daughter named Elizabeth. On Dec. 19,1834, Elizabeth married Richard Harris HI who was living at Ivy Clifts. On Sept. 8,1837, Samuel Miller gave Richard and Elizabeth Harris his home place containing about 200 acres. He bought the adjoining tract of land from Richard Major containing about 205 acres and gave Richard and Elizabeth that farm. He also gave them all of his slaves, horses, cattle, farming equipment, and household and kitchen equipment. Richard and Elizabeth moved to the second farm now called Pleasant View and started housekeeping in a log cabin. As the family grew, the house increased. First the log cabin was increased, then a stone addition was built. Just before the Civil War, the brick addition was completed and where many years later, I was bom on Aug. 24, 1917. They had 10 children but four never lived to be adults. Sarah married Arthur Eastham and they moved to Texas; James T. married Molly George Brown and they lived in Pleasant View; Richard “Pete” Harris never married and lived at Ivy Cliffs; Phebe married Thomas Smith of Gore, Va.; Virginia married his brother, William Smith of Gore; Arthur never married and lived on the Klondike Farm. In his will of Sept. 2, 1890, Richard Harris left all of his real estate to his wife. After her death, the executers would sell all of the land, and the total estate divided equally. However, James T. Harris received Pleasant View, but $2,827.50 would be deducted from his share of the estate. Richard “Pete” Harris ‘would receive Ivy' Cliffs, but $1,164.00 would be deducted from his share of the estate. Fifty years later, on Jan. 1, 2000, I did give my daughter, Deborah DeBergh Flournoy, the Sreat-great-great-grandaughter of Samuel and Delilah Bywaters Miller, and her husband Robert Flournoy Jr., the old Sam Miller Farm, with my hope that they would never sell it. Samuel Miller’s father was Henry Miller II and my great-great-great grandfather. Henry Miller n fought in the Revolutionary War and also against the Indians. A DAR member’s application shows his war service as follows. Henry Miller II served his country in the capacity of soldier and scout as is shown by numerous references to his services. 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Hot weekend for youth soccer BY NANETTE HOGAN Rappahannock News Writer The Rappahannock Youth Soccer League played its fifth weekend on Saturday, May 6. The U-14’s sponsored by White Oak Veterinary Service played at Orange High School with Orange defeating them 3The Rapp 2 Firebirds sponsored by Miller Brothers Construction took on Orange 2 Rockers at RCHS. The Rockers put on the pressure early and the Firebirds kept the game fairly even until they put a shot across the goalies finger tips as he dove across goal for it. At the half our home team was down 0-1. With a team motto of “Never give up and Never give in” the Firebirds came out in the second half ready to step up the game. Holding the Rockers scoreless for the remaining second half, once again teamwork and determination led the Firebirds to two goals and the victory! The Rockers celebrated their “good game” spirit by soaking their coach as he tried to escape across the field, much to the delight of the spectators. Go Go Go Firebirds. Our U-12 Black Sheep played Culpeper 3 and were defeated 3-2. U-lO’s Rams, sponsored by Over Jordan Farms, lost to Madison 3. Both teams played hot and hard, so Madison J.V. softball shines BY RHONDA JENKINS Rappahannock News Writer The J.V. Girls Softball Team continues to rack up victories, as they roll through the Bull Run District. On Monday, the Panthers hosted the George Mason Mustangs. Rapp would be the visiting team this time around because the Mustang fields are under construction and they have to play all their games away this season. The Panthers took advantage of having the first at bat, scoring five runs in the first. Lara Kreyling threw the first two innings for the Panthers, allowing no runs, five strike outs and two walks. Molly Burke came on in the third, striking out three, giving up only one hit and allowing no walks. Brittany Thornhill came on in the fifth and struck out two, with no walks and allowing only one hit. While the pitchers were doing a great job on the mound, the ladies also did a great job at the plate. Rapp won the game 19-0. “This was a good win for the team, everyone got to play a lot and had a lot of fun as well.” The Panthers hosted the Strasburg Rams on Friday. “We were wondering if we were going to get this game in, after a huge storm hit about an hour before game time,” said Coach Jenkins. The Panthers did get the game in and defeated the Rams 3-0. Brittany Thornhill pitched a complete game and only allowed one hit, she also had four strike outs and no walks. Rapp had a great defensive game, Ashleigh Burke had 10 putouts at second base, Ryisha Cook and Jamie Deal made some outstanding plays in the outfield. Ashley Clinedinst had a great game behind the Varsity softball splits BY RHONDA JENKINS Rappahannock News Writer The Varsity Softball team hosted the George Mason Mustangs on Tuesday. This was the second meeting at home for these two teams. Rachael Sharp took the mound for the Panthers, she struck out nine Mustangs and * only walked three. The only • run that Mason could come up with was scored on an error. Rapp won the game 4-1. Contributing with hits for the Panthers were Austin Bouffard, Rachael Sharp, Eva Mills, Crystal Grigsby, Kate Wilson and Jessica Nawrocki. This was the second victory for the Panthers against the Mustangs. On Friday, the team traveled to Strasburg for a night game against the Rams. The Panthers struggled a bit giving up three runs in the first inning and the Rams added seven more in the second. The Panthers finally got on the scoreboard when Kelly Atkins and Crystal Grigsby singled, Rachael Sharp hit a shot to right center field to score the two runners. Strasburg won the game 17-2. The Panthers will be in action at home on Friday against Clarke County. plate, throwing out a runner at second. “We didn’t hit the ball real well, but neither did Strasburg, everyone on the team contributed in this win” commented Coach Jenkins. The J.V. Girls are now tied for first place with Madison, each team has one loss in the district. The Panthers last home game is this Friday against the Clarke County Eagles. treated our team to snow cones after the game. The U-10 Rapp 3 team played in Madison, losing 3-1. Blue Lightening U-lO’s also played Madison losing 2-0. The Madison coach congratulated the Blue Lightnings at halftime for such a competitive game. He commented that at previous games they are normally up by four or five goals at half time and com mended Coach Rollins team for their persistence. Our Rapp Raptors U-8’s played Madison with much enthusiasm even though they were defeated. Rapp 2 Fireballs sponsored by Better Homes Realty, defeated Madison 2-1. 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-HXappatjannocfe Jictos— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Carl Ebom, Staff Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNewsOtlmespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 2000 Our View Remember mom Flowers, cards, gi/te or just a simple, l love you. In case you’re not aware of it, or maybe haven’t glanced at a calendar lately, this Sunday is Mother’s Day. It has been said, “Don’t ever underestimate the importance of being a mother. That will be the most important job you will ever have in your life.” In a press release this week from First Lady Susan Allen, she wrote of this tremendous responsibility and in our busy and hectic lifestyles we are reminded daily that being a mother is indeed the most important job we will ever have. Many mothers spend countless hours as chauffeurs, coaches, leaders, chaperones and the list goes on to supply our children with the ability to participate in extra activities. This Sunday as we celebrate the first Mother’s Day of the new century, we salute every woman who holds down dozens of jobs on a daily or weekly basis to ensure our children the sort of lifestyle we want them to have. As the First Lady stated, “we are friends to our children as well as chauffeurs, coaches and confidants.” There’s not a greater responsibility than to laugh with them when they are happy and cry with them when they are sad. We are the ones they will learn to trust and love and what we do will make them responsible adults. Flowers, cards and gifts are all wonderful tokens of appreciation on this day, however, most moms would be just as happy with three simple words, I love you. So to mothers everywhere, we salute you and firmly believe it is the most important job any of us will ever hold. Happy Mother’s Day! Rappahannock Today Photo courtesy of Rev. Phillip Bailey The cupola is set in place on the new Fellowship Hall and Education Building at the Washington Baptist Church. A building dedication and homecoming day has been set for Sunday, June 4. Letters Educators should consider middle school concept ecently I visited a distinXvguished east coast prep school to attend a lecture. In conversations with the principal, an eminent educator, it turned out he operates a high school (grades nine through 12) and a middle school (grades six through eight) in the same building, not a preferred arrangement, an improvisation of sorts, but a very vital one. This is because the middle school concept, separated schooling for grades six through eight, is an absolutely mandatory one, and is in effect in virtually all schools and school districts, public or private, in America if not worldwide. It follows that this should be the case in Rappahannock and indeed the same spirit of improvisation could readily be invoked here to the same beneficial result. At present grades six and seven are housed in a “middle school” section at the elementary school. A start has been made. Merely extending this wing, by moving temporary buildings from the high school where they will no longer be needed, would do the trick. • This sort of improvisation is classic elsewhere. Consider KIPP Academy in Houston, Tbxas. This highly successful charter school in a low income part of town is “housed in 12 trailers in South East Houston”. Of course, a more permanent structure could eventually be set in place. A preliminary study of this set, the cost at about $1 million. Conducted by the architect for the high school expansion, this scheme was also pronounced entirely feasible. This middle school should have a full athletic program, tailored to the needs of this age group. It is never too early to start the strengthening of high school, varsity teams, hence their ability to compete, is easily imagined. Sports at middle school level are intramural for the most part, stressing fun and the beginnings of proficiency. What follows is stronger high school athletics, and, most importantly, these children are blessed for life with physical agility and well being. Advanced course work at the high school, over and beyond the requirements for the new “Standards of Learning”, have been curtailed because of “crowded conditions” there. This is no longer valid, especially if grade eight is moved to a fully established middle school, as advocated herein. These advanced courses are taken for granted in all surrounding jurisdictions. They help students succeed in college. And those not so destined are especially benefited. These latter are, at an earlier age, entering a world of work that increasingly places more and more premium on intellectual capability. They badly need all the advanced academ-. ic opportunity they can get. ! G.H. Sharp Washington After Prom Party coordinators grateful to community The Rappahannock County High School Parent Committee for the After Prom Party wishes to thank all of the businesses and individuals from Rappahannock County who donated funds or products to make this very worthwhile event a reality. We are grateful for the generosity of all of you who helped us to provide this well chaperoned safe alternative for our students on prom night. As many of you know, the After Prom Party is co-sponsored by SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving) and our local Sheriff’s Office. Alternative Education teacher Mrs. Susan Fox, Guidance Secretary Mrs. Janet Jenkins and DARE Officer Captain Jeff Brown deserve special thanks as well. Jan Makela, RCPS Volunteer Coordinator for Lorinda Bosch Pat Davis Cecilia Dennis Wanda Early Debbie Fantaci Kim Goodwin Nina Shepardson From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News Down Memory Lane 50 YEARS AGO May 11, 1950 Clarence E. Giles purchased from Downing Wood last week the lot adjacent to the property of Morgan Johnston and Charlie Jenkins in Washington. The property has approximately a 100 foot frontage with a depth of about 160 feet. It was previously owned by Mrs. Daisy Partlow before being purchased by Mr. Wood. J.B. Johnson, Janies W. Fletcher and P. Lee Thornton attended the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. In an advertisement a new 1950 International Harvester refrigerator was advertised for $214.95. Special features listed were: holds 35 pounds of frozen foods, exclusive built-in bottle opener and a plastic crisper that would hold 11.3 quarts. The Senior Class of Washington High School will present a play, “Calling All Girls” in the high school auditorium, May 12. Admission is 25 cents and 50 cents. 25 YEARS AGO May 15, 1975 Mr. and Mrs. Frank Huff of Flint Hill were among the guests of honor at a reception at the Russian Embassy in Washington last Friday night, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the defeat of “Hitlerite fascism.” Huff was invited because he was one of the first four Americans to greet the Russians at the Elbe River, after the defeat of Germany in World War II. His action almost earned him a court martial, until General Dwight Eisenhower sent word that “what we’d done was the best news he’d had in a long time and he only wished he could have been there with us,” Huff said. Since then, Huff has earned a small place in the history of World War II. Members of the county Homemakers Clubs attended a luncheon and demonstration Wednesday at Oak Forest Gardens, Woodville, given by Mrs. W.R. Williamson on herbs and their usage. Present were Mrs. B.G. Titchenell, Mrs. Nelson Burner, Mrs. Howard Holschuh, Mrs. Mary Priest, Mrs. Eileen Manwaring, Mrs. Lewellyn Allison, Home Agent and Miss Ruby Jenkins. Crafts Day was held at Wits End, a gift and antique shop on Route 211 at Ben Venue during the weekend. Among the exhibits and handicrafts demonstrated were quilting, pottery, rock polishing, doll houses and furniture. Baked goods and plants were featured also. Bill Taylor continued his winning ways in track competition when he placed first in the mile and two mile runs at the Regional Meet held Friday at Montevideo. 10 YEARS AGO May 10, 1990 Big-time bicycle racing made an encore appearance in Sperryville Monday when the Tour de Trump cycled through The Little Apple on its way to Winchester. It was almost, but not quite, a repeat of last year’s race;, since this time the riders pedaled up the seven mile grade of U.S. 211 from Sperryville to Thornton’s Gap. County residents should get used to the buzz of low-flying aircraft during the next several weeks, as government and private contractors spray parts of the county in an effort to halt the advance of the voracious gypsy moth caterpillars. Government spraying coordinated by the Appalachian Integrated Pest Management Project, began on Monday in designated spray blocks in the Castleton and F.T. Valley area. Only the southern one-third of the county was included in that program this year. Beautifying the courthouse grounds, members of the Rappahannock County Garden Club planted summer annuals during a work detail on Monday. Members hard at work included Helen Platt, Barbara Colvin, Marian White and Judy Halle. —COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND Book courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: An appropriate page from The Outdoor Primer in 1920 is of a mother and daughter. We wish all mothers a happy day on Sunday.

Letters Warner responds I find it very difficult to understand why the Rappahannock News would continue to make these personal attacks on me and the citizens of my District (Stonewall/Hawthorne) in favor of the person that was resoundingly defeated in the last election by a margin of 58.3 percent of the votes cast to 41.7 percent. This is particularly so when the person himself has not uttered a single work in the public domain Ubout his replacement. The Dec. 15, 1999 issue of the News was troubling enough when its Editorial, which was subtitled “Dr. Tble’s departure from the School Board is not good news for the county.” What about the District in which the election was held? That item went on to refer to “Rumors abound as to the reason for his removal”, and of course everything referred to was exactly that, “rumors.” I have been able to maintain a considerable amount of Efforts appreciated A$ my husband and I were driving through Sperryville on April 15 close to Culpeper we came across young people oleaning up the road sides, which look so nice and clean. We give them a big hand for a job well done. Thanks from out-of-town people. ; Following is a poem I wrote coming across the states, to Sperryville, and Charlotte Hall, Md., to visit my husband’s family, also in Washington, Va. Plastic Bags . As we drive across the states, ; I enjoy the scenery very much, Till I see plastic bags. Rappahannock Organic™ takes a step High in a tree, or its wav ing to me, on a fence. Even the bag worms think, We got new siding. Maybe a hot house on a wild rose. Some states try so hard, To keep their highways clean. Then you look up, and what do you see, A K-Mart bag flying in the wind, Telling us its windy today. So we can forecast our very own weather. I take notice of our land, Cause we love America. So please! Keep your plastic bags in a zipper bag. This might be funny, But the next time you take a ride, See where the plastic bags are! Lets see more American flags flying, And not plastic bags. Marie D. Woodard Albany, Ore. restraint and not respond to the snide remarks, innuendoes and rumors since I joined the board, and from now on will continue to do so. However, given the harshness of the editorial (Rappahannock News, April 26), I find that my restraint has all but disappeared, and I am therefore constrained to respond. This time, the “editorial” continues ad nauseam to extol the virtues of former School Board member John Tole, and to castigate and insult the voters of Stonewall/Hawthorne District, which interestingly is directly contrary to the opening sentence, i.e. “Thank goodness for a free and democratic society! It provides us with the opportunity to empower those whom we feel most able and qualified to represent us.” What follows presupposes that 1) the people in the district did not know how to “use the opportunity to empower” and 2) the person they chose was not “able and qualified.” Those are just not the facts. Be that as it may, the person who was defeated had been on the board for 12 years, and the people decided that a change was needed. That, I submit is the democratic process, and it therefore seems to this writer, at least, to be untenable for the News to continue this diatribe. The election is over, and it is about time that this fact be given some consideration. One final thought, as for the reference to “those who engineered the replacement of Dr. John Tole,” please be advised that while I obviously had supporters, (as anyone who wins an election must necessarily have), to besmirch, these people through the edito- < rial process of an independent > newspaper like the Rappahannock News is just ] plain not good for our commu-; nity. And in addition to that nobody engineered my cam-. paign. I did it myself. E. Franklin Warner j Rappahannock > Member,! County School Board | Stonewall/Hawthorne; District • HURRY! Win A 2000 Two-Horse Trailer Only 500 tickets to be sold! $50 Each! Winner to be drawn on June 11, 2000 during the Budweiser/Upperville Juniper Classic between the first round and the jump off. All proceeds to benefit the Fauquier Co. 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It is serving as a Rappahannock County products marketing cooperative, and is just starting the process of collecting agricultural and horticultural products from small and large Rappahannock growers, and marketing them through existing county outlets and then, as the organization develops, to out-of-county tetailers and restaurants. Co-founder Jerry Ochs is a fiftn believer in the preservation of Rappahannock agricultural land, and sees the organization as a contributor to that cause. “By developing markets for niche agricultural products produced by even the smallest grower,” he said, “we might be able to contribute to the preservation of a acre or two or ten or a thousand of the county’s farmland and open spaces.” Ochs’ partner, Debbie Settle, also looks forward to the possibility of encouraging nev^piiche growers. She said, “we*re looking for anyone who would like to turn that gardening hobby into an income producing venture, and Who could provide organic and other locally grown flowers, herbs and vegetables.” The small display at Mountainside Market features organically-grown potted flowers and medicinal and culinary herbs, and will soon include a variety of heirloom and unusual vegetable plants. The present and nearterm selection includes dahlias, cosmos, scarlet runner beans, valerian, sweet woodruff, chives, calendula, dill, parsley, pac choi, patty pan and sweet dumpling squash, pear and currant tomatoes, oriental eggplant varieties, okra, lipstick, apple and paprika peppers, and lemon and pickling cucumbers. Future plans include supplying products to three other Rappahannock outlets including Sunnyside Farms’ Mercantile Center in Washington, Va. Growers, growers-to-be, and others interested are invited to call 987-3311 for additional information. 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Dr. Gangel also requested that early release for students be granted for exam weekJune 12 through 14 and the board voted to approve student release at 2 p.m. Competition success RCHS teacher Ron Vickers introduced seniors Matt Wolfe, Ian Blubaugh, and Marshall Gangel who gave a live demonstration of their solution to a recent Virginia TSA competition problem that resulted in a third place finish. Using teamwork, a laptop computer, Legos, various mechanical and electromechanical devices and imagination, the team designed and constructed an automated production line system to fill and cap containers with popcorn kernels. The mission of the Virginia TSA (Technology Students Association) is “to prepare our membership for the challenges of a dynamic world by promoting technological literacy, leadership, and problem solving, resulting in personal growth and opportunities,” and these three have obviously fulfilled mission objectives. Next up is a national competition in Atlanta this summer. Student’s report Jami Gillis (the reigning Prom Queen!) provided her report to the board. She noted that students are getting ready for the AP and SOL exams, and that there is “more motivation for the SOL’s”-those who pass them do not have to take final exams. She also reported on last night’s win for the boy’s soccer team, and a trig competition win by Colin Treanor. Jami also said that the senior trip will take place in 13 days, and that 17 students will be inducted Thursday into the National Honor Society. New courses « announced Eighteen new RCHS course offerings were announced for 2000-2001, They include: Entrepreneurship, Culipary, Building Trades II, Graphic Arts & Web Page Design, Computer Assembly & Repair, Advanced Computer Information Systems, Chemistry II, Creative Writing, Drama, Humanities, Honors English, AP Statistics; AP Art, and off-campus Auto Mechanics and Cosmetology. Other activities • RCES teacher Deborah Flinchum and RCHS teacher Ron Vickers reported on a Leadership Ethics Conference they recently attended at Oxford University in England. Both were effusive in their praise for the conference and for the opportunity that Rappahannock County schools provide for teacher improvement, and both characterized the differences in approach to education in the US and England. • PTEC recently donated some $22,000 worth of welding equipment, tools, and vehicles to Rappahannock schools. At) .id HHHHHBhi Breeden's Plant Hoi sk Beaitifil plants fop Mother’s Day i&ZZs'r 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. House Plants, Gifts, Planting Supplies, Hanging Baskets; Flowering & Vegetable Bedding Plants 89* per pack. Make sure to visit our shop featuring silk arrangements and gifts. 540-923-4381 Directions: From Sperryville, take Rt. 231 S. for 12 miles, turn left on 642, go 1.5 miles. CAFE' 11763 Lee Hwy , Sperryville. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 May 10, 2000 Citizen of the Week Allison Russo Hometown: Flint Hill Accomplishments: Allison Russo, a sixth grader, has earned first honors at Wakefield Country Day School for the two years she has attended. Allison has won awards at the school for her work in art, science and athletics. Last year she attended the Summer Institute for Gifted Students at Vassar College. Recently Allison won first place in the countywide Fodderstack 10K run in the 12 and under division. Other athletic interests include horseback riding, soccer and swimming. Allison is a member of the Old Rag Mountain Pony Club and helped at the recent Point-toPoint Races at Ben Venue selling programs and raffle tickets. Allison is a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Washington. She is currently helping with a mailing for the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company’s annual appeal. Other interests include reading, outdoor sports, music and current events. Headmaster Michael Vargo observed, “Allison is the kind of exemplary student who not only meets academic and athletic challenges, but also is involved in community service.” She is the daughter of Paul and Kathie of Flint Hill. Weekend Pick One-man show at Packing Shed Gallery The Packing Shed Gallery has annunced the “Laughing at Life Inside and Out” exhibition of the works of Virginia Sculptor Donald F. Liscomb. The show runs until May 27. The gallery is open from 12:30 to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Experimental, Mr. Liscomb’s artistic creations have been in many media, but his primary works have always been sculpture through the years. Presently, he works on objects of wood and steel for both outdoor and indoor installations. Mr. Liscomb believes art should be fun mostly, well executed, cause thought and enjoyment, be balanced, and stir emotions. Born in Chicago and raised on his family’s farm in Dunlap, Iowa, Donald Liscomb came to Virginia .in the mid-fifties. In 1964, he began showing his sculpture in Richmond where he was living and working, directing commercial construction projects. From 1964 through the seventies, Mr. Liscomb particpated in numerous one and two artist shows in the greater Richmond area, including the Winsor Galeries. Mr. Liscomb moved to the Luray area in 1971 where his work has been exhibited at local banks, fairs and in private homes. He has designed and built more than 100 private residences, each artistically individualized and many with logs he has milled hinmself. Sperryville Civil War Days, 2000: Civil War re-enactors, musicians and authors will gather in Sperryville June 3 and 4 for the second annual Sperryville Civil War Days, a weekend commemorating the historic years of the War Between the States, 1861-65. The events of the first weekend in June will bring the sights, sounds, and memories of the war years to the historic village, where uniformed Confederate and Union soldiers will erect their tents and living history displays and a few famous generals will stroll along Main Street. Banjos, guitars, fifes and drums will bring the music of the 1860s to the commemoration, and authors of Civil War books will discuss their works. The events of the weekend are sponsored by the Old Sperryville Bookshop, where authors will discuss and sign their books and musicians will play inside and outside the old former Episcopal church that houses the book store. All the events are free and open to the public. “Virginia was the very epicenter of the Civil War, which defined what kind of nation the United States would become,” James P. Gannon, owner of the book store and organizer of Sperryville Civil War Days, commented. “While no major battles were fought in Rappahannock County, there were numerous raids and skirmishes, and the county was a crossroads for the passage of large armies. Sperryville in the summer of 1862 was the headquarters of a Union army of nearly 20,000 men, whose camps covered the area like huge tent cities. There were three times as many Union soldiers here then as there are people in the county today.” It is those events of the war years that are commemorated in story, song and displays during Sperryville Civil War Days. Uniformed men with muskets will again camp in the village and engage in a skirmish—but this time they won’t take over people’s homes, clean out their food pantries or steal their livestock, as the Yankee soldiers did in 1862. The men in the tents this time will be the Old Dominion Rifles, a Confederate re-enactor unit otherwise know as Company H Of thfe 17UT Virginia Infantry Regiment. The original Old Dominion Rifles company was formed in early 1861 in Alexandria, Va., which is home to sev Time for banjos, bugles and muskets CIVIL WAR DAYS: Camp tents such as in this scene will be found in Sperryville on June 3 and 4. i > x. ■ ■ a eral of their modern-day re-enactors. The company will set up its tents and equipment displays on the grounds of the Old Sperryville Bookshop for the weekend, and is eager to engage in a demonstration skirmish with any Yankees who show up. And the Yankees are coming, too. The Union side of the Civil War will be represented by members of Company B of the 28th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, one of the units that formed the famous Irish Brigade of the Union Army of the Potomac. The re-enactors of the 28th Massachusetts are mostly from Northern _ Virginia and Maryland. The members include sevs eral musicians who form a fife and drum corps, which will provide some martial music during the weekend. Besides the uniformed soldiers, the Union re-enactors include Fairfax County school teacher Susan Kelly, who portrays a school teacher of the 1860s. She will explain what the schools were like in those days, using textbooks and toys of the period. “I like to teach a sample lesson to show how children were taught in the 1860s,” Mrs. Kelly said, so she will be looking for volunteers among local children to join her class at the bookshop Saturday afternoon. In addition to the rank-and-file soldiers, several high-ranking generals will be on hand for the weekend. Joe Shelton of Frederick, Md., special-events coordinator for the National Museum of Civil War Medicine in that city, will participate in his role as General James L. Kemper. Mr. Shelton is frequently seen at Civil War events in the guise of the Confederate general who commanded a brigade of Virginians and was severely wounded in the Battle of Gettysburg. Other re-enactors portraying Confederate Generals James Longstreet, Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson and Richard B. Garnett are expected to participate also. Several Civil War authors have signed up to discuss their books, and three separate ptiusic groups will provide the songs Sbf the 1860s. Details on the authors and musicians will be provided in a future article. Vendors of food, arts and crafts are invited to participate in the twoday event. Any Rappahannock County artists, craftefs or organizations wishing to participate should call Mr. Gannon at the bookshop by Friday, May at ^7-8444. Local residents who3|W||Jdituinentl, photographs or araracts from ancestors in the Civil War are invited to contact the book store about displaying their memorabilia dufing the weekend. Aswan poem All feathers white to grace a neck and wing with a murmuring and low sonnet of a song to sing attending shadow white upon the waters glow imparts romance to entrance and flow. A wing to linger with protections grasp a tiny signet hoping life to last God’s promise whispers that there’s more to see with each golden dawn - another miracle to be. A swan’s loves choice for nests of a lifetime made their love returned a twofold duos trade devotion like no other made on earth save one, a mother’s love and child at birth. Down river glance says a chance arrivals due downy feathers floating with the Grace of God ensue a loving outstretched hand with trust that lest ah - a meal consumed to show I passed the test. The beating heart of nature’s lovely fold implies love weaves that stretch with arms to hold the both of us , the swan and me - so free so different - so alike - God sees. Cynthia Stamps © Woodville Pisano Photo courtesy of The Theatre FINAL SPRING CONCERT: The concert takes place on Saturday, May 13 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre at Washington and brings the return of “The Flying Pisanos” from their home base in California. Guitarist John Pisano and vocalist Jeanne Pisano are to be joined here by bassist Tommy Cecil. Randall Kremer of the Smithsonian Institution will introduce the program. Tickets for the concert on Saturday are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations and inquiries about upcoming programs at The Theatre, phone 675-1253 or send e-mail to Theatre VA @ aol. com. Fundraiser set for Mary Beth Williams The committee administering the Mary Beth Williams Memorial Fund will host its annual fundraiser and dinner this spring. The event is tentatively set for May 27 at 5 p.m. at a location to be announced. Mary Beth Williams was tragically killed in an automobile accident on Route 729 on May 14, 1997. Randall S. Updike, the chairman of the Mary Beth Williams Memorial Fund, notes that Mary Beth was a “vibrant, personable teenager with a longstanding interest in agriculture.” With Mary Beth’s legacy in mind, a memorial hind was established for the purpose of funding scholarships for higher education, camp attendance and other activities for the youth of Rappahannock County. All citizens of Rappahannock County and the surrounding area are invited to attend this function. The cost of tickets is $50 per couple or $25 per person. Tickets are available at the Rappahannock Cooperative Extension Service, 6753619. Updike noted that well over $21,000 in contributions have been received by the Mary Beth Williams Memorial Fund as of this date. He further notes that the fund is continuing in its efforts to raise money. Contributing to this fund, notes Updike, gives residents of this area an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our youth. The Mary Beth Williams Memorial Fund provided five scholarships of $1,000 each to Rappahannock County college students last year. The requirements for these scholarships are as follows: 1 Applicant must be a resident of Rappahannock County. 2 Applicant must be a senior that has been accepted in a two or four year college or a student that is presently enrolled in a two or four year college. 3 Applicants majoring in Agriculture and/or an active participant in the Rappahannock 4-H Program will be given priority consideration. 4 The scholarship will be awarded only one time to an eligible applicant. The Committee is in the process of accepting applications.

Church d Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Sen/ice 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Wilfred Deppen Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. 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. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, May 7 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. Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. 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. s Masses: Confessions: Sunday: Sunday: Wednesday: Sunday: Sunday: Sunday: Peter's Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky 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. 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses Forest Grove Baptist Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bethel Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Forrest Freeman Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Midweek Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. James W. Burke Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bible School 7 p.m. F.T. Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday School 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Prayer 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every third Sunday 10:30 a.m. Thornton s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. , Worship Service 11 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Bob Goff Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Mrs. Deane celebrates 91st birthday We extend our best belated birthday wishes to Mrs. Elizabeth Deane of O'Bannon Road, here in Boston, who celebrated her 91st birthday on Thursday, May 4. According to son, R.E. Deane, a former Culpeper Town Councilman, she still loves to do her needle point and sewing every day. May our good Lord bless her with many years to come. Just a short distance from Mrs. Deane, lives the Peytons and a happy belated birthday wish goes out to Jim Bob, who added another year on Wednesday, May 3. For interested folk in our area, we’d like to announce that the Culpeper Farmer’s Market is now open on Saturdays, 7:30 a.m. until noon. They will be selling plants, flowers, baked goods and vegetables as they become available. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher of Turkey Ridge Road and their sister, Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were in Winchester Sunday afternoon to visit their aunt, Mrs. Nettie Corbin, a resident at Welcome Haven Adult Home and en route they dined at Western Steer in Stephens City. Massanova Pentecostal Church served as a meeting place for several churches on Saturday, for their MotherDaughter Banquet. Singing, skits, fellowship and food was eryoyed by all present. Mrs. Missy Bragg, representing Massanova, was the recipient for “Hilarious Mom.” Mrs. Nancy Robinson and Miss Shirley Mills were Monday afternoon guests of Mrs. Janet Peregory and Jennifer. Birthday wishes for the week go out to Nina Peyton on Wednesday, May 10, Harry Racey and Pearl Cubbage on Thursday, May 11, and my nephew, Jeremiah Frazier who will celebrate on Saturday, May 13. Marc Dodson, a student at James Madison University, Harrisonburg, visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dodson of Salem way during the weekend. There will be a reunion of all classes for the past 39 years of Licensed Practical Nurses of Piedmont Technology Center to be held at Culpeper’s Holiday Inn on Saturday, June 3. If any in our area were in these classes or know of those who were, please call Mr. Earl Aylor at 547-3911 for any information. Condolences are extended to the family of Mrs. Thelma Seale, who passed away at Culpeper Regional Hospital. This writer and she were school classmates. Congratulations to Mrs. Brenda Payne, here in Rappahannock, who was in; the final graduating class, at George Washington Carver.' Technical School when Mrs.; JoAnn Wakelyn was guestspeaker for this licensed prac-! tical nurses event. * Mt. Lebanon BaptistChurch members and friends! enjoyed the Dean’s Concert,; held at their church Saturday; evening. I Wedding anniversary bells’, are ringing for Mr. and Mrs.; J.R. Peyton of Clover Acres,! who celebrate another year! together today and our; prayers are for many more. ! Mrs. Ray Frazier of Turkey! Ridge and Mrs. Eunice Meade; of Hash Lane visited Mrs.! Meade’s sister, Lucy, in! Culpeper Regional Hospital on; Monday afternoon. Sympathy is extended to the! family of Mr. Rudolph Prevatt^ Reva way resident, who passedaway last Saturday. - We extend sympathy to thtf family of Mr. Bill Price or Castleton, who passed away in! North Carolina on Friday. \ Have a great week! Sympathy extended to Turner family \ Our condolences to Mrs. Janice Turner and family on the passing of her husband, Haywood Turner last Monday, May 1. Funeral services were held on Friday in Warrenton. Sympathy is also extended to his father, Mr. Turner and his sister, Mrs. Mary Fletcher, both of the Tiger Valley area. Happy birthday to Mrs. Alice Butler who will have her day on Wednesday, May 17. Mrs. Addie Keyser was a patient in the hospital Thursday and Friday of last week and is not feeling too well. Her visitors over the weekend were, Rev. Carl Menefee, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser of Sperryville, Mrs. Marie Rutherford of Front Royal and Donald Keyser of Alexandria. We wish Mrs. Keyser a nice recovery. Charles Clark of Manassas had eye surgery on Monday and we wish him a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were in Winchester and had lunch in Warrenton on Saturday. Sunday afternoon visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clark of Manassas. Our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Frazier in Castleton on the passing of her aunt, Mrs. Audrey Barb of Basye. Best wishes to Lewis and Dorothy Carroll of Powhatan who will have their 49th wed ding anniversary on Friday, May 12. Bonnie Brown of Germantown, Md. was a Sunday evening visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark and Bobbie Jo Brown. Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Erma Jenkins were Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley of Fredericksburg and Mrs. Alice Butler. On Sunday afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Bailey and Mrs. Marilyn Bailey attended a ballet recital at the Wakefield Country Day School in Huntly, in which Peyton Bailey participated. Peyton is the daughter of the Jonathan Baileys and granddaughter of Mrs. Marilyn Bailey. * The Rappahannock Lions Club will hold their annual auction on Saturday, May 12 at 6 p.m. at the Washington Fire Department. The Senior Citizens of Rappahannock County will host a craft, food and yard sale on Saturday from 10 until 3 p.m. with an auction at 2, plus a cake walk and a drawing for a prize at 2:45. This event is located at the Old Schoolhouse in the town of Washington rain or shine. The Usual Suspects return to Blue Moon The Usual Suspects are returning to the Blue Moon Cafe on Saturday, May 13. The Blue Moon Cafe is located at 11763 Lee Highway. Seating is limited, so make dinner reservations, dine in a casual, contemporary atmosphere, and stay to enjoy the American Roots Music (pop, rock, country, blues and alternative) of The Usual Suspects. The Usual Suspects are: Vince Vala on lead guitar and vocals, Lee Goldsborough on bass, Darrell Dixon on drums, Bill Hughes on rhythm guitar, Donna Lynn Rector on percussion and vocals and David Leckie Gilmore on lead and flic Usual Suspects rhythm guitar, harmonica and vorals. Three members of The Usual Suspects, Gilmore, Vala and Rector have a new CD out, titled: “Live at the Blue Moon: David, Vince, and Donna.” 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 “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs" 1418 Oranoe Road Culpeper (5401825-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING” U. S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 A mother’s love begins before she feels the first faint flutter of life. It grows as she awaits this new individual who is developing as a unique person with his or her own distinct qualities. A mother’s love continues through endless diaper changes and sleepless nights, through report cards and puppy love. She rejoices in each triumph and grieves with each tragedy:..always there...nurturing and loving. God is like that...always there...watching over us as we learn and grow...or stumble and fall. He has created each of us as a unique individual. Yet, we share one common need...God’s strong and loving care which can guide us along the paths we encounter as we travel through our lives. Reach out to God with faith as we pray for His guidance and as we thank Him for mothers everywhere. Sunday Galat ans 5:2-15 Monday Philemon Tuesday Hebrews 13 1-21 Wednesday Mark 10:1316 Thursday Mark 10:17.31 Mark 10:35 45 Saturday Mark 10 46-52 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 • Wallcovenng Blinds Rt 29 South • 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 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

Photo courtesy of Mary Ann Kuhn RICHTFEST: Over 85 frie,~ and members enjoyed the Sunday celebration. Richtfest enjoyed nognty-uve mends and members of the Rappahannock Historical Society attended a celebration Sunday paying tribute to the architect, carpenters, builder and those who have donated contributions to the ongoing new addition to the society building on Gay Street in Washington. The German celebration called “Richtfest” (meaning building festival) involves placing a decorated tree on the very top of the new addition to celebrate the framing of the roof. As leaders of our churches and community, friends and members of the society gathered under a tent behind the historical society building, Frank Wagner of the Goethe Institut of Washington, the German cultural center, explained the history of this festival. Then, he recited the following German poem, which is customary at these events: “God placed courage in the carpenter’s heart to build into the sky and the skill to cut beams and raise them towards the heavens. When the ridge beam is plumb and the “Richtbaum” sends out its greeting into the countryside, then the carpenter dedicates the structure according to the time-honored tradition. “The first to receive thanks is God who was our protector and helper with each threat of danger. No one who took part in this construction suffered harm. In the future may God protect all who come in and out of this structure. And may peace and unity reign within forevermore. And may love and friendship meet in the building. “It is now in order to praise the man who drew up the plans, who combined his knowledge and talent with much deliberation. Thus, people! Note it well—Three people are responsible for this structure: first, the architect, second, the carpenter, and last but not least, the man with the money.” Luke Zindel, one of the carpenters on the project and the son of the builder, Butch Zindel then recited the last stanza: “With pride I raise my glass and propose a toast to all my carpenters, to the historical society, the community and to this structure. When I smash my glass to the ground, the dedication is complete! Let the “Richtfest” celebration begin.” Following the ceremony, the group attended a champagne reception in the offices of Butch Zindel across the street from the historical society. The architect of the project is Jay Monroe. Donations to the building fund for this new addition are much needed; the society is still far short of its goal. Open house at Waterpenny Farm Waterpenny Farm, a new vegetable farm in Sperryville, is hosting an open house on Saturday, May 13 from 2 until 4 p.m. This is an opportunity for Rappahannock residents to learn about this new farm and meet farmers Eric Plaksin and Rachel Bynum, who moved to Sperryville in November. Waterpenny Farm uses all organic and sustainable farming methods on its 12 acres of pesticide-free vegetables and 50-tree orchard. These methods include using cover crops, row covers, drip irrigation, beneficial insects and a lot of work by hand. I The farm will harvest, among other crops, lettuce, spinach, peas, summer squash, tomatoes, cantaloupes, watermelons, cucumbers, peppers, apples and pumpkins. There will be tours of the farm and orchard from 2 until 3:30. At 3:30 there will be a brief meeting for those interested in buying a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share for the 2000 growing season. CSA shareholders receive a weekly box of produce from the farm every Wednesday from June 6 through Nov. 1. Call 987-8567 for direct tions or for more information. Erik Plaksin and Rachel Bynum 4- Her’s perform well • BY HAZEL ZINN-DAY 4-H Program Support Technician, Senior Rappahannock County 4Her’s performed and presented well at the 2000 Northern District competition in Culpeper on Saturday, April 29. The results of the competition are as follows: Josh Makela placed first with his [speech on “My First Family •Vacation.” Caroline Massie placed [second with her presentation on: “How to Groom a Horse.” [ In the dance competition, [Rachel Patterson, Rebecca •Oyster, Kate Krusynski, Anna 'Kreyling and Emma Clough [placed second. 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Salem Avenue in Washington. In case of rain, the event will move inside. Gateway Committee to meet The Sperryville Gateway Committee will hold a public meeting on Thursday, May 18 at 7 p.m. at the Sperryville fire hall to get a first look at the winning proposal by The Cox Company to improve Main Street in Sperryville and the Thornton River corridor. 4-H spring pickins The Rappahannock 4-H Dairy Goat Club is sponsoring a community yard sale and pickin party on Saturday, May 20 at the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department. The yard sale opens at 10 a.m. Call 987-7206 to reserve your table ($10) and sell all those goodies from your attic or basement. The Pickin Party starts at 5p.m. with dinner sold to benefit the Sperryville Fire Department Auxiliary. There will be great bluegrass music to enjoy and a 50/50 raffle to benefit the Rappahannock County 4-H General Fund. Please plan to attend! Benefit bake sale planned A benefit bake sale will be held at the Faith Mountain Store in Sperryville on Saturday, May 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to raise funds for the Faith Mountaineers Relay for Life team. For more information call 987-8521. Beauty pageant this Saturday Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department will sponsor their annual beauty pageant on Saturday, May 13 at 6 p.m. at Ressie Jeffries School on Criser Road in Front Royal. For information call Karen Williams at 635-4673; Norma Settle at 635-5180 or 366-1948 or Wendy Williams at 635-6392. Benefit sale at Senior Citizen’s site On May 13 beginning at 10 a.m., the Melvin Crusaders, Spiritual Walkers I, II and III along with the John Marshall and Ora Barbour walker teams will be selling deep fried chicken dinner or sandwiches, bake goods, etc. at the Senior Citizen’s Mother’s Day Extravaganza at the Old School House site on Mt. Salem Avenue in Washington. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. The Global Cafe at Ki Theater The Art Club of RCHS is inviting the public to participate in an evening of potluck international cuisine, conversation about global issues, live performance and art on May 20 at 6 p.m. in the Ki Theater. The Global Cafe will feature questions at each table created by Art Club students and young people from Hearthstone. The thought-provoking questions will be conversation starters. Those who attend are requested to sit with people they don’t normally interact with. There will be original poetry and song and music by students. Any young person in the county is invited to share their view of the world in a creative way. Hearthstone students will be displaying their mural entitled “We’ve Got the Whole World”. If you would like to donate a dish for six from a country other than the United States or if you would like to perform, please leave a message for Laurie Marshall at 9878575. Admission is $5. Proceeds will go to benefit the Art Department. Nature Camp to be held in July The Rappahannock Nature Camp will be held July 314 at Singing Creek near Sperryville. This is a day camp for girls and boys age eight to 13, devoted to the study and exploration of local natural history. For information, call Lyt Wood at 675-1088, or pick up a brochure at the Tree Works office in Washington (next to Extension Office). King, Queen contestants sought The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Company is seeking boys and girls to participate in the annual Honorary Fire King and Queen Contest. Contestants will be selling raffle tickets for a purebred Black Angus heifer and a cash prize. Interested parties should contact Charlotte Tummeyer at 635-8278. This year’s carnival will be held July 26 - 29. The parade is July 28. Class reunion planned Since 1961 there have been 427 graduates taught by 24 instructors of the LPN program currently located at Carver-Piedmont Tech Center. There will be a reunion of all classes starting in 1961 through 2000 on June 3 at the Holiday Inn in Culpeper. Current addresses are need. Call Earl Aylor, RN, BSN, 547-3911 for details. Ragged Mountain activity slated The following activity is available through Ragged Mountain Resource Center. For more information contact Hunt Harris at 987-3366. * Saturday, May 13, “Second Saturday Hike Series.” Destination: Little Devil’s Stairs (along headwaters of Covington and Piney Rivers in central Rappahannock River watershed). Details: Meet at Mountainside Market, 987-9100 on U.S. 211 west of Speiryville between 8-8:30 ■ a.m. and caravan from there to trail head. Return mid-to- ■ late afternoon. Bring food for self and layered clothing according to the weather of the day. Contact hike leader Hunt Harris for more information at 987-3366. 18th Century Market Day set An 18th Century Market Day will be held at Ben Lomond Manor House on Saturday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will experience the sights and sounds of an authentic Market Day with historical interpreters demonstrating, general living skills, blacksmithing, candle making, wood working, paper making, hunting, spinning, weaving, tomahawk and knife throwing demonstration skills, a fire eater and fortune teller. There will be food preparation demonstrations by “Tasty Critters” of Virginia Beach cooking over open fires, stews, chilies, biscuits, pies and much more, available for tasting. Admission charge is $5 per family; $3 for adults; $2 for children 8-16 of age, with those under seven getting in free. For more information call 703-257-0707. The manor house is located at 10311 Sudley Manor Road. From Route. 66, take Sudley Road at Route 234 business exit, south through four stoplights turning left on Sudley Manor Drive towards the Splash Down Park. Thd house will be your right down about 3/4 of a mile.

Mo her’s Day greetings extended to moms everywhere Happy Mi her’s Day to all the hard working Mom’s in Amissville and surrounding areas. Is evet one enjoying the warm wea “r? The only thing bugging me is the pollen. Well, let’s see what is going on. The Amissvil '’ire and Rescue would lik o thank every for the doim ions as well is the participation in this year’s annual spring auction. There was a good crowd and just about everything went. Congratulations are in order also, for the fire department, as they won second place in the Apple Blossom Parade in Winchester this past weekend, for ALS Unit. Next week is EMS Week May 14-20. EMS stands for Emergency Medical Service. The volunteers will probably be holding a blood pressure check on Saturday, May 20. Watch this column for the times next week. 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If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to Eddie or any other member of the team, contact Becky Putnam at 347-7713. Hackley’s Pickin’ Party was a success. According to reports, approximately 100 people attend. The 4-H sold $210 worth of 50/50 tickets and split that with Mrs. Juanita Settle. Mrs. Settle also sang a tune along wiih Jeff Light of Woodville. The 4H also sang and did stand-up comedy; some of them might have a career already. The next party will be on June 17 at 6 p.m. Hope to see you there. Don’t forget Hackley’s will be open this Sunday at 11 a.m. The AACA monthly meeting will be held at the Amissville Fire Hall on Thursday, May 11 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. There will be a presentation by Art Candenquist on the Civil War History of Amissville. Has anyone noticed the temporary signs up marking the spots where the permanent signs will go? Also, two of the designs we have received are on the web site www.Amissville.com, check it out. If you are a local business you can be put on the web. Also, if you would like to participate in the Amissville Fall Festival on Oct. 14 please call Victoria Miller at 9374298 or come to this months meeting. On May 13 the Men’s group from the Amissville Baptist Church are going to Baltimore for an Orioles Game. I hope the O’s win. On May 16 the Senior Adult breakfast will be at Shoney’s in Manassas. The van will leave the church at 7:45. For more information call 9376159. Relay for Life Cancer Walk is on May 19 and 20, if you haven’t already sponsored someone, please do so. There are several teams and lots of people walking. Every little bit helps. I am walking in memory of my grandparents who both died of cancer. Even a dollar makes a difference. Contact Ester Settle at 6356402 or Benny Atkins at 6352377. Yard sale season is well under way, and the Consignment Shop up next to me is under new management. They have some really cute little wooden garden ornaments and wishing wells. Be careful of people stopping on the side of the road for the yard sales. I hope everyone has a great week and here’s a thought: Praise, like sunlight, helps all things to grow. Sperryville residents entertain, visit On Mother’s Day, May 14, James Bailey and Eiiarpacch will be the featured bluegrass band at Cooter’s Place. Great country music by the Cooter’s Garage Band is featured on Saturday evenings. All are invited. Civil War Days/2000 will be held in Sperryville on Saturday and Sunday, June 3 and 4. There will be Civil War music; Living History re-enactors; Civil War authors; Food, Art and Crafts. Free admission and open to the public. For more information call 987-8444. Congratulations to James Jenkins and Crystal Fincham, who were wed on Saturday, Sperryville By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 May 6 at Thornton Gap Regular Baptist Church. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 14. Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the community to attend. 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Obituaries Haywood Turner Pharmacy manager Haywood Lee Turner, 53, of - Warrenton, formerly of Washington, died Monday, ’• May 1 at Fauquier Hospital in - Warrenton. He was born April 9, 1947. Mr. Turner was a Pharmacy Manager at Giant in Warrenton. Survivors include his wife, Janice Turner of Warrenton; a daughter, Melissa Turner of Front Royal; one1 son, • Christopher Turner of • Warrenton and his father, James Turner of Washington. Also surviving are four sisters, Mary Fletcher of Washington, Anna Turner of Philadelphia, Pa., Virginia Little and Lucille Head, both of Pittsburgh, Pa. and three grandchildren. Funeral services were con'. ducted on Friday, May 5 at Faith Christian Church in Warrenton by Pastor Decker Tapscott. Burial was in Oddfellows Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Haywood Turner Memorial Fund, C/O Giant Food Credit Union, 11785 Beltsville Drive, Beltsville, Md. 20705. Joynes Funeral Home in Warrenton was in charge of the arrangements. Earl Dawson Front Royal resident Earl O. “Cubby” Dawson, 61, of Front Royal died Monday, May 1 at Warren , Memorial Hospital in Front . Royal. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, May 4 at Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal by the Rev. Doug Stewart. Burial was in Prospect Hill Cemetery. Mr. Dawson was bom Dec. 12, 1938 in Warren County, son of William Thomas and Elizabeth Elkins Dawson. He was a retired iron worker for Union Local 5 in Washington, D.C. Surviving are his wife, Jo Ann Dawson; three sons, -Kenny Dawson of Fieldale, Keith Dawson of Middletown and Gary Dawson of Sperryville; a daughter, Debbie Dawson Hunley of * Front Royal and two grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers, John Dawson and Archie Dawson, both of Linden and Albert Dawson of Front Royal and three sisters, Lola Jenkins and Berly Scroggins, both of Front Royal and Paula Dawson of Linden. Bin Price Construction executive Bill J. Price, 66, a retired construction contractor who supervised heavy industrial excavation projects, including the foundation work for MCI Center, the Rayburn House Office Building, the J. Edgar Hoover Building and the Huntington Metro Station, died of a heart attack May 5 at his mountain vacation home in Hot Springs, N.C. Mr. Price, who was a native of Hot Springs, had Viewtown highlights Mrs. Bertie Hackley and Mrs. Doris Sealock were Thursday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 Sympathy is extended to the Rutherford and Settle family on the death of Mrs. Ella Rutherford. Sympathy is also extended to the Woodward family on the death of Ethel Woodward. , Happy birthday wishes for the month of May are extended to Mr. Gerry Corbin and Mrs. Tommy Frazier, who celebrate their day on May 9, and to Tommy Frazier who celebrates his day on May 11. Get well wishes go out to Walter Reid who has been ill. . . We hope he is feeling better. s lived in Rockville before moving in 1992 to Castleton. He first came to Washington, D.C. in 1950 to study at Georgetown University. Shortly after, he joined the Army and served with the 82nd Airborne at the end of the Korean War. After his two year stint in the military, he returned to Washington, where he took a job with a construction crew as a bulldozer operator. While working for a number of contractors, he gradually became the person in charge of assembling the work crews and large trucks and machinery used in the removal of tons of dirt. He ran his own company, Price Excavating from 1973 to 1986, and spent seven years with John Driggs Construction before retiring in early 1999. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Elizabeth Price of Castleton; six children, Julie Price Mullin of Evergreen, Colo., Sharon Price and Eileen Price Neely, both of Reston, Daniel Price of Middleburg, Timothy Price of Rockville and Carolyn Price Minesinger of Clifton; a brother and seven grandchildren. A mass of Christian burial was offered at St. Peters Catholic Mission on Tuesday, May 9. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Rapidan, P.O. Box 715, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Mary Underwood Maryland resident Mary Helen Williams Underwood, 48, of Frederick, Md. died Wednesday, May 3 at Crumland Farms in Frederick. Funeral services were conducted on Friday, May 5 at the Stauffer Funeral Home in Frederick by the Rev. John Johnson. Burial was at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Frederick. Mrs. Underwood was born May 12,1951 in Front Royal, a daughter of Annie V. Mahoney Williams Walters of Strasburg and the late Noah S. Williams. She was a member of Calvary Apostolic Church of Gaithersburg, Md., serving as a Sunday School teacher. She was involved with the Multiple Sclerosis Society in Strasburg and Westminster, Md. In addition to her mother, survivors include her husband, James Alfred Underwood Sr.; two daughters, Victoria Hudak of Frederick and Melissa Dowler of Hagerstown, Md.; two stepsons, James Underwood Jr. of Walkersville, Md. and Larry Underwood of Frederick; four brothers, Unifiixin^ by Randy Minter AT ONE WITH GOD We can derive great comfort from the thought that we are at one with God. This divine relationship frees us from the limitations imposed by our earthly existence, and enables us to explore the infinite. As Julian of Norwich has written, “Once in my imagination I was taken down to the bed of the sea and saw there green hills and dales that seemed to be clothed with moss, seaweed and stones. And I understood that if a person firmly believes that God is always with man, then even if he is thrown into the depths of the sea, he will always be preserved in body and soul and will enjoy greater solace and comfort than all this world can offer.” Peace is more available to our anxious hearts than we allow ourselves to know. No matter what your faith, finding a community of like believers can offer comfort in facing the mysteries that confound us all. At the Moser Funeral Home, we are dedicated to meeting and serving the needs of this community. We’re at 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton. For answers to your questions, call 347-3431. “God needs immortality to vindicate his ways to man. ” ~W. Somerset Maugham i Arnold Williams and John Walters, both of Bentonville, Bradley Williams of Chester Gap and Bossie Williams of Front Royal; a sister, Brucie Jenkins of Browntown; three grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren and four stepgreat-grandchildren. Abner Russell Huntly resident Abner Theodore Russell, 88, of Huntly died Thursday, May 4 at his residence. Mr. Russell was bom May 13, 1911 in Huntly, to the late Rosa Lee Nickens Russell and James Morris Russell. He was the husband of the late Lelia Ann Jett Russell. Survivors include one son, Carroll S. Russell Sr. of Front Royal and four daughters, Mary L. Frye of Huntly, Lillian “Gert” Taylor of Front Royal, Kelsey Russell and Helena Russell, both of Huntly. Additional survivors include ten grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two sons, Abner Russell and Arthur Russell; one daughter, Demetrice Russell; one brother, James Russell and four sisters, Kelsey Russell, Anna Russell, Rebecca Russell and Lillian Bouchlin. Funeral services were conducted May 8 at TurnerRobertshaw Funeral Home with the Rev. Howard Frye officiating. Interment followed in Russell family cemetery. Proclaim services set Proclaim the Word Services will be held May 22, 23, and 24 in the Sperryville Willis Chapel and Flint Hill Churches. Alan and Patti Brown will be guest speakers for the event. Plan now to attend all three services. Judy Lillard left for her home in Tempe, Ariz. on Tuesday after spending a week with her mother, Mrs. Mabel Lillard. Allison Lillard of (If I l » \ \ \XV ” -V Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987*8136 Manassas was a Sunday visitor of her grandmother, Mrs Edna Lillard. The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have worship service on Sunday, May 14 at 11; a.m. Robert O. Goff will deliver the message. The public is* welcome. J The Flint Hill Unite* Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Have a great week and give me a call should you have news for the Flint Hill column.' RAAC movie to be shown May 19 BY DR. BILL YOUNG Rappahannock News Writer RAAC will present “Being John Malkovich” on Friday, May 19 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre on Gay Street. Note date is May 19, not May 12 as previously announced. “Being John Malkovich”is ingenious, different, beautifully directed and acted, and also very, very funny. The story is a surreal but is never slapstick. Laughs come when they should. The idea of the 7 1/2 th floor (no 7th or 8th) makes the ceilings necessarily low; (“saves overhead”) is a stroke of genius. The plot is zany and too complicated to tell here, but it involves a puppeteer; John Malkovich; Sexuality, fidelity, romance, secrecy, etc., etc. Academy awards: Director, Screenplay, Supporting Actor. Starring Malkovich as himself, Catherine Keener as Maxine, (both nominated by NY critics as supporting actors), John Cusack (the puppeteer), Cameron Diaz and Orson Bean. Directed by Spike Jonze and Lance Acord. Rated “R”, for language and sexuality. ' Come and eiyoy, the usual, snacks and discussion after the film. For more information contact www.raac.org. • "The Home of Thoughtful Service" 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 Wayne English, General Manager SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. Business & Service Directory Only $4.60per week fora 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline May 23 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR L RIVERSIDE AUTO SERVICE Quality Auto Body Repairs Mechanical Repairs Towing Service State Inspection Sperryville (540) 987-8264 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd., Culpeper I e, Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday Cabinetmaker Gene Lyman Cabinetmaker Repairs • Refimshing • Restorations • Reproductions 540-987-8443 CHIMNEY CLEANING (Olbe (iolune ^lurepo Chimney Sweeping Relining OU '?tuAi»tud Sennet Fully Insured 16 'fycem &x£e\U«tt Bruce Vierling (540) 675-3508 CLEANING Picture Perfect Cleaning Residential Bonded & Insured 540-854-0751 We Don't Leui* Til ^DieJobJiJ^utureJ^nJe^r^^ EXCAVATING BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane. Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540) 635-7273 Service Water, Utility, i Drains Lines Footers & Culverts Dump Truck Sravel, Sand, Dirt Topsoil & Mulch Hauling Driveways Bushhogging Mowing Landscaping Snow Removal NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL TODD BROWN FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Barb Wire, American Wire, Cham Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail Prtvtcy Ftncng AwMfc Alto Curtis Crawford Home: 540475-3943 Pager: 399-2688 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The One-Slop Shop loi complete Home Oecoradng Serves noof Lovenngs • wroo# irwHnienis Watpaper • Sip Cowrs & ‘Jphdslerv HMKmnnai a uxnfmrti# RL 211 AmlMvWe.VA 937-5500 CONSTRUCTION Joseph F. Keyser Building Construction Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 T.G. TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 Interior trim • Wood working ‘Built-in cabinets • Remodeling/ New construction New River Homes 25 yrs. experience Class A Lie. • Insured 540-675-2255 540-351 7027 pager CPA MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Semce CPA Finn Washington, Virginia (540) 675-2043 EXCAVATING Kfyf ixcinfflitlnfl pof kb * anvways clearing • landscaping snow removal’bushhoggjng We otter quality work with years of experience. 540-987-9259 Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Truck Hauling. Ditch Diggng. Culverts. Mowing, Bushhogging & Driveway Gracing, Snow Removal 675-1117 EQUIPMENT RENTAL PAGE CMP RENTAL CENTER 139 Virginia Avenue • Luray, VA 22835 (888) 843-2670 Seeders • TYencher • Chain Saws Jack Hammer • Pressure Washers Log Splitter • Generators Carpet Cleaners WHY BUY, WHEN YOU CAN RENT? Complete Small Engine Repair A Service INSPECTIONS I Home Inspections Construction ; "*r ./Consulting 43FL ^ •> Civil engineer Resuiential/Comnieivial 540-937-8219 Home Inspections Construction Mgmt. /Q. C./Consulting Since 1987 DPI. Engineers Civil engineer Resident] al/Coirunercial 540-937-8219 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (S40) 547-3452 PAINTING Specialty Paint & Spackle Vinvl Siding Interior & Exterior Painting Full Service Experienced Gina Johnson 540-923 4652 PIANOS PIASO SERV ICE 1 lining & Repair Certified Technician FREE Estimates Don Burke (540) 675-2140 (703) 850-3065 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, VA 987-8555 J THE COUNTRY CAFE MankfnuHhy8am.to<|m Frlday-SMurMy 8 am. b 9 pm. Suvtay8&m.to3pm. 675-1066 Take out Available STORAGE SPERRYVILLE STORAGE CO. Safe Handy Storage ■••Idaatlal (oaaartUI KeawoMblc Ratos 540/987-8507 k>. im. «ircjl an SPr.RHTVlLU. VA TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONETV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE& RCA Video Products Antennas A Satellite Systems Radio Snack Dealer. Kitchen Aid. Whirlpool & Roper Appliances 312 North Mein St. Madison (540) 948-2200 STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storage Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Sizes Available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer acess, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. (540) 341-7008 WATER TREATMENT WATER RIGHT Water Problems? Have your water tested in your home for PH (green stains), Hardness, Iron, Rust, Stains, etc. Correct any of these problems with WATER RIGHT Treatment System Call for more information Pullen's Electric & Plumbing Also: Pumps fir Waterheaters, in stock installation Class A Certified 540-675-3249

INDEX Please refer to category you wish to use 001. Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condo 022. Rentals - House 033. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 044. Rentals - Mobile Home 055. Rentals - Room 066. Rentals - Shared Housing/Roommates 077. Rentals - Townhouse 060. Rentals - Office 065. Property Management 090. Vacation - Rent 095. Vacation - Sale 099. Vacation - Wanted^ 100. For Sale By Owner 111. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 135. Real Estate For Sale 144. Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Townhouses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Reel Estate 180. Commercial - Rent 188. Commercial - Sale 190. Real Estate Wanted 193. Real Estate Services 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment 222. Farm Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 233. Estate Sales 236. Hay, Straw & Feed 240. Horses 244. Jewelry 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 254. Building Materials 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/Service Vacation Places Merchandise 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 284. Firearms 286. Seasonal Sales Free Merchandise 290. Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 381. Career Education 383. Health & Beauty 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneous 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 i^y.1 Notices 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals 492. Public Notices 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590. Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600. Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630. Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640. Motorcycles 645. Off-Road/Unlicensed 650. Parts/Accessories 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. Vehicles Wanted L | Employment General Classified Legal Notices Real Estate Rentals/ Use Tm-: Soi ri i for lit si\i ssi s, SKRVK FS AND I’ROl KSSIONAI.S. 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We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. AH persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline tor that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or taxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times wtM 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 Tmes Newspapers are not liable for the raiaiitu o) advertised products or services. We Accept □ n 10 MEMBER HUNT club seeks lease on hunting property. Call Chuck 540-439-4005 OCEAN CITY, MO T/H. Sleeps 6, on canal w/dock. Rent all summer, $9300 Weeks avail too. 410-303-1409 BEALETON-3BR, 2 BA Cape Cod w/7.5% assure. mod. Lg. kit, new HP, .64 ac. fenced lot, 16X22 shed. $115,900. 540-439-3132 SCENIC 48.3 ac prime farmland, w/2 frame houses, 22 mi W of Warrenton via Rt.211 & 522 O 463 Bearing Rd. Flint Hill. $600K. Call 540-635-5233. E-mail: www.rnichlsnOrma.edu GARAGE/WORK Shop. 2400 s.f. on hwy. 211, Sperryville. Lease & ref. req. $1400/ mo. Avail. 5/1.703-712-8443 OFFICES FOR LEASEGainesville Area, Vint Hill 900-8900 SF. Freestanding. $7.50/SF plus utilities. 800-448-4332 www.vinthiH.com V..... > COUPLE SEEKS 5-20 acres with views of mountains &/or pastures for home. 703237-0768 FURNITURE STORE Amish Furniture & Accessories Old Town Wamenton, VA. Well organized, excellent traffic, 6 years in business. Owner retiring. 540-347-5555 V_—__/ WANTED GOOD BUCKET for John Deere 440 loader Call Rob, 703-518-2371 CALLING ALL BARGAINEERSI! Space is still avail, for the Mother’s Day Extravaganza to benefit the Rappahannock Senior Citizens on May 13 from 10-3. Set up your own yard sale, craft, or business area for only $10. Call Darcy, M, W, F from 10-2 at 540-6752615 for more details & to reserve a space SPRING FESTIVAL St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 8638 Greenwich Rd., Catlett, VA. (rter.otRts 603 & 667) Sat., May 13 8 am -1 pm. • YARD SALE • PLANTS • BAKE SALE • CRAFTS • LUNCH • CAKE WALKS FREE CHILD SAFTY SEAT NSPECTION 9-12 GET CASH!!!!!! Sell Your Stuff!! YARD SALES Call Now!!!! 540-347-43X3 FAX: 540-349-8070 tu (Times |240 Horses BOMBPROOF PONY WANTED for temporary to permanent lease. 7 yr otd girl beginner. Small - large, medium preferred. Very good home with constant supervision. 540-3642929 MURRAY RIDING MOWER. 3 speed. 11hp with 36" cut. Needs work - use for parts. $50. 540-3479555. FACTORY CLEARANCE AKhSMBuMna. Save Thousand with Factoiy Direct Pricing! 25x26,30(44, 40(50, 50(110. Ideal for WorkShops/Garages/ Storage. Financing Available. CaN 1-800-341 -7007 NEW STEEL BUILDING in Crate. 40x24 was $6,312 now $2,990. Must Sell! 1-800-2920111 V_/ DUTCHESS II HOT Tub with cover & supplies Mint cond. $500 OBO. 540-347-4219 PENTIUM COMPUTER, many programs loaded, w/ keyboard, monitor, color printer, like brand new, $425. 540-3649961. -- 273nu ^ GERMAN SHEP PUPS. 3 F, 2 M, Europ. lines, exc. for work & comp. Mahog./sable, bl./sable $800/up 540-439-6374 -> 294 Mvatways BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut. 703-2950678 BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov., spayed/neut 703-2950678 DOG, MALE, lab/chow, free to good home, great w/ kids, needs TLC. 540-347-0586 FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-543-2079 LOST DOG: Male, neutered, Aust./Shepherd cross. 50 lbs, blue merle, has collar & ID, friendly, recently clipped, nearly blind. 3 miles east of Flint Hill - Crest Hill Rd. 540-6751535 EARLY’S CARPET. INC. The one-stop shop for complete Home Decorating Service rloor Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper" Slip Covers & Upholstery Residential A Commerical Rt. 211 Amissvttle, VA 937-5500 376 ***” imwamiwiK Steven M. Manlon General Contracting, Inc. specializing in all forms of home improvement. * Decks * Additions * Screen Porches * Kitchens Call tor tree estimates. Licensed. Bonded & Insured. Refs upon request. 540-937-3588 Greene, Madison, Rappahannock, Warren, Shenandoah, & Page Co. Skyline CAP Head Start is accepting applications for the 2000-2001 school year. Children must have turned 3 or 4 years old by September 30, 2000. Children with special needs are encouraged to apply. For more Information, please call (540) 675-1317. LOVING, CHILDLESS couple seeks healthy infant Will pay medical & legal expenses. Call Cynthia & Doug collect 703-318-0454 CHEVY CAMARO COUPE, 1984, black, v6, ac, PS, PB, 112K, runs great, $3000 OBO. 540-349-4209 SATURN 1998, SW-2, loaded, dk. green, 23K, mfg. war., tow ready, perfect cond. 540-3641608 FORD EXPLORER 1991, 4 dr, looks good & runs great. $4500. OBO 540439-4441 I cys!^/ V.. NISSAN PICKUP 4X4 1992 , SE, 93K mis, Red w/ grey interior, 4 cyl, 5 spd, AC, cassette, new tires, Nissan factory light bar, EC, MSTA $7500 OBO. 540-222-0664 Iv msg. GRAND CARAVAN SPT. ‘98, wht, 37k mis., am/fm/cass/cd, rear air, 4 dr,well maint..$16,600 540-439-1022 Auto Parts Delivery Driver/ Stock Person needed. Part-time. Must bring current copy of VA driving record. Apply at Napa Auto Parts 276 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, Va 20186 Auctions AUCTION Friday, May 12 at the gallery, Rt. 211, Amissville, beginning at 5 p.m. Here 's a gigantic auction featuring the jewelry front a promiuenl Flint Hill estate and the wide-ranging inventory of an Orange County antique shop, plus small estates fnm Castleton and other localities. Check our web site for updates as we unpack the boxes of smalls. Ho/te to see you here.' JEWELRY Cameos, Diamond rings; Gold lodge rings; Gold ladies' watches, etc., etc. GUNS Ruger Sper Blackhawk .44 mag. revolver; SKS 7.62x39 mm nfle, etc. LOTS OF FURNITURE & ACCOMPANIMENTS Oak pawfoot table; Oak wardrobe; Walnut spool bed and old other beds; Eastlake & Empire chests; Cherry & other drop leaf tables; Fantastic double-decker "Richmond Wood Working" oak/carved glass countertop display case; Mantels; Singer treadles; Farm table; Many lovely chairs & stands; Rugs; Blanket chests; Boxes & trunks & much mote! ACCESSORIES Watt pottery; Disney cookie jars; Noritake/Lenox/Grindley/ Haviland. etc. sets of china; Old tools; Bottles; Oak phones; Ad signs; Old clocks; Floor & table lamps; Utility crocks & jugs; Fine opal glass; Elderly framed prints. Old table fans; Player piano music; Mirrors, etc ALSO Like-new appliances: Kcnmore elec, stove; ASKO washer & dryer; Upright freezer; New IKEA sleep sofa; Dressers/ Chests; China cabinets. Dining (ables/Chairs, etc., etc., etc. For further info., photos and updates, check our web site: www.bpauctions.com Terms: Cash or good check w/ID. NO BUYER'S PREMIUM Food Served pm Payn? Auctions, Iny PO Box 178 • Amissville, VA 20106 (540)937-4142 VAA.F#330 r www.bpauclions.com E mail bpatanidalwave.net Butler Mature, friendly person to assist afternoons with guest hospitality at Bed & Breakfast in Washington, Va. Call Michelle 540-675-2020 to schedule an interview CARPENTER & HELPERS Resid remodeling contractor seeks responsible person for FT postion. Reiable trans. & some tools needed. Call 703-754-3757 or 703-573-9399 CARPENTERS WANTED All phases, new construction & renovations. Long term projects. Western Loudoun. Competitive Wage. 703-928-7944 703-928-5306 CARPENTER Wanted Kreyling Const., a premiere builder in Rappahannock Co, is looking for an experienced carpenter who is self-motivated & willing to learn more and strives for top quality. Great work environment & benefits. Must have telephone & transportation. Call 540-987-3145 Cashier Full-time Experienced preferred, must be 21. Apply at Settles Grocery Flint Hill 540-675-3252 CASHIERS Full & Part-Time Benefits Competitive Wages Inquirer at Eagle Shell 307 Broadview Ave. Warrantor! County Caf6 Wait Staff Prep Person Dishwashers Evenings & weekends available. County Caf6 389 A Main St Washington, VA 540-675-1066 KENNEL ASSISTANT NEEDED Part-time 18 yrs or older540-937-3336 540937-3283 TUgF ‘ , * Bids & Proposals _ INVITATION TO BID 1HLMUMBEB 2Q1p The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board is soliciting bids for Phase III renovations of the building formerly known as C&l Building located on 15631 Bradford Road, Culpeper, Virginia into the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board Administration Building Sealed bids will be received May 31, 2000 at Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board, Attention: Brian Duncan, Executive Director, 15361 Bradford Road, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, Virginia 22701 until 3:30 P.M., at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud A Bid Bond, cash, letter of credit from a bank or lending institution, or certified check in the amount of 5% of the Bid shall be submitted with the Bid. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any formalities, and to award the contract to the best interest of the Owner. Telephonic, telegraphic and telecopy bids will not be accepted Bid forms enclosed in specifications must be used All bids must be submitted no later than the indicated time A pre-bid conference will be held on May 22, 2000 at 10:00 a m at the current Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board office, address below Plans and Specifications will be available on May 15, 2000 at Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board. Brian Duncan, Executive Director, 15361 Bradford Road, P.O. Eiox 1568, Culpeper, Virginia Plans will also be on file a DBF Associates, Architects, Rick Funk, Architect, 932 E. Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA 23902. A refundable $25.00 per set deposit will be required Bids will be binding for a period of sixty (60) calendar days following the date on which bids are opened. In accordance with Section 11-53 of the Virginia Procurement Act, if the bid from the lowest responsive responsible bidder exceeds available funds, the Owner may negotiate with the apparent low bidder to obtain a contract price within available funds. Bids must comply with the laws of the State of Virginia and conditions of the Contract Documents and must be made on the form provided in the Project Manual, enclosed in a sealed envelope bearing the name and address of the Bidder, his license or his contractor number, identification of the Contract being bid, and marked: PROJECT IFB * 2010 RAPPAHANNOCK-RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD ADMINISTRATION BUILDING RENOVATIONS - PHASE III RAPPAHANNOCK-RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD ATTENTION: BRIAN DUNCAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 15361 BRADFORD ROAD P.O. BOX 1568 CULPEPER, VIRGINIA 22701 TELEPHONE NUMBER 540-825-3100 EXTENSION 3145 #313968 5-10-00 ELECTRICIANS & HELPERS Residential TOP PAY AND BENEFITS Sundance Electric Contractors, Inc. (540) 349-8200 HVAC Immed. opening for experienced HVAC technician. Full benefits TOP PAY with a fast growing company!!! Goshorn, Inc. (540) 347-3600 877-347-3600 Or fax resume to (540) 341-7490 EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Work Locally! Monomoy Services, Inc. is now hiring' experienced equipment operators. Benefits offered.' (540)253-5600 RN777 Part-time for busy family practice in .• Warrenton aria. Must have recent office experience. Send resumei to P.O. Box 2036, Falls Church,,Va 22042 L«gal Notices ;i* v___ BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS * RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of' the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is' hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public, hearing on Wednesday, May 24, 2000 at seven-, thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following appeal: APPEAL #00-05-01 Appeal of Zoning Administrator's decision by Luray Caverns and Letter Perfect Signs that a sign advertising “Luray Caverns" (located on property owned by Ivan N. Hall, Sr. known as Tax Map 27, Parcel 56E in Piedmont District) deemed by him as non-conforming should pe permanently removed as, in his determination, • the terms of Section 170, Article 103(A)&(B) of ' the Code of Rappahannock County. Appeal made under the terms of Section 170, Article 135 of the Code. . This matter is being re-heard from last month • as a public hearing in accordance with Section • 170, Article 135(D) of the Rappahannock County Code. A COPY of the foregoing appeal is on file at theZoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday,8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The above-named appellant,' adjacent property owners, and any other parties] desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments' to the Board of Zoning Appeals, c/o P.O. Box 519,Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy ] Zoning Administrator ! 5-10, 5-17-00 #313852 • IHUSIEE SALE 55 Sycamore Ridge Road Rappahannock County >5 Sycamore Ridge Rappahannock Co In execution ot a Deed of Trust in the original princi; pal amount of, $108,120.00 with an annual interest rate of 7.50% from Glen Allan Swain and Sham non E. Swain dated November 21, 1995 recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the County of Rappahannock, Virginia, in Deed Book 215, at page 836, default having occurred ii*i the payment of the Note thereby secured and at the request of the holder of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the entrance to the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Washington, Virginia, on May 18, 2000 at 1:15 o’clock p.m the properly described ih said deed, located at the above address and briefly described as: Beginning at a point on the westerly aide of Route 653 and the southeasterly comer of the land of John A. Atkins; thence, with the westerly side of Route 653 S. 38° 09’ 12” W. 190.91 feet a point, and S. 30° 49’ 50” W. 48.94 feet to a point; thence, departing Route 653 and through the land of Frank E. Atkins; N. 67° 04' 27” Vy. 376.35 feet to a point, and N. 36“ 21’ 21” £. 239.23 feet to a point, the southwesterly property comer of the land of John A. Atkins; thenct with the southerly property line of John A. Atkins; S. 67° 04' 27” E. 377.66 feet to the point of beginning, and containing 2.000 acres of land, with improvements thereon. TERMS OF SALE: CASH. A deposit of $10,000.00, cash or certified check, will be required at the time of sale with settlement within fifteen (1$) days from the date of sale. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. Pursuant to the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, we advise you that this firm is a debt collector attempting to collect the indebtedness referred to herein and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. I SAMUEL I WHITE, P C.. Substitute Trustee FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: SAMUEL I. WHITE, P C. (0827-00) 130 Business Park Drive •' Virginia Beach. Virginia 23462 757-497-4607 - Call Between I 9;QQ a,m. and 1);3Q ajn, • 4-19,4-26, 5-3, 5-10-00 retoi2o.

Rappahannock News ESTATE NEEDS COUPLE Wife: cook, house clean, some childcare, groundskeeper. Husband: Maintenance/ groundskeeper. Fax resume/ references (540)349-1764 GRAPHIC DESIGNER Opportunity in Rappahannock Small, busy, highend corporate design firm seeks junior/senior level designer to work on identity & marketing communications for national clients. Degree in design and MAC exp. reqd. If you are a career oriented designer seeking a working environment away from traffic & congestion this opportunity is for you. Send resume: FTD PO Box 50 Boston, VA 22713 INSTALLER Help Needed Are you a Cable TV/Prime Star Installer? Did you know that you can make MORE money installing satellite TV? VIA SATELLite, INC., is growing rapidly and needs several installers. Excellent pay with bonus available and benefits. Company "vehicle provided. "Sub Contractors Call Also! I 1-800/635-1050 for details RECEPTIONIST Immediate part-time position available in busy doctor’s office. Must be mature, dependable and able to handie a variety of duties. Please call 540-675-3316 or send resume to: Rappahannock Medical Center P.O. Box 269 Washington, VA 22747 Restaurant WAITSTAFF Fine dining and wine service experience a plus, group health benefits, full and part time including days, evenings, weekends, holidays and NO Sunday brunch. Apply In person, E-mail at fhPhOjn nslrjc.com 540-675-1700 and ask for John or Denise for more information. Flint Hill Public House 12 miles south of Front Royal on Route 522 in Flint Hill, VA Restaurant Waitstaff Fine dining & wine service experience a plus; Group health benefits; Full and part time including days, evenings, weekends, holidays and tiQ Sunday brunch. Apply In person, e-mail at fhph9mnsinc.com or call 540-675-1700 and ask for John or Denise for more information. Flint Hill Public House, 12 miles south of Front Royal on Route 522 in Flint Hill, VA Sales Associate for Sunnyside Farms, excellent customer service and communication skills required. Competitive hourly wage with a flexible work schedule. Please phone 540-675-2627 or 540-675-3636. EOE Security Best Interest Security is now hiring PT/FT for Opal, Haymarket, & Leesburg. Starting at $7.50. (DCJS112720) 703-492-4121 STABLE WORKER full or part-time needed for dressage Farm in Amissville. Must have experience & current references.Care for 10 horses, clean stalls, groom, tack up, feed & turn out. Must be reliable & fit. Other farm duties as needed. New applicants only. Please call 540-937-3758 Three experienced EXERCISE RIDERS needed for a top-20 nationally ranked Thoroughbred trainer based for summer at Monmouth Park. Must weigh less than 160 pounds and have experience with 2year-olds. Summer meet - Memorial Day-Labor Day, but prefer riders who could immediately relocate to NW Jersey. Potential for right candidate to ravel circuit with stable to Saratoga, Keeneland, Gulfstream. 540-364-2929 WASHINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH Seeking persons to fill following positions: CUSTODIAN: App. 46 hours per week, Fri. or Sat., Require letter of interest w/ 3 ref. Send to: P.O. Box 209 Washington, VA, 22747 Attn: C. Beard or call church office at 540-075-3336 With 17 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call For Employment Advertising And Classified Advertising 540-347-4222 Or FAX 540-349-8676 mindwrap is currently recruiting exceptional individuals for the following positions at our Flint Hill, Virginia Research and Development Center: SENIOR JAVA ENGINEER Senior developer for Optix Web product. This developer will be responsible for the design and development of the Enterprise Java Beans architecture for the next generation of Optix Web, Develops EJB components that interface to the Optix repository and workflow engines. Candidates should have a background in web development using EJB, Java Servlets, and UNIX. Experience with Apache Web server and Windows NT a plus. Knowledge of XML highly desirable. Minimum of 4 years of software development experience, CS or related degree preferred. SENIOR WEB ENGINEER Senior developer for Optix Web product. This developer will spearhead an XML Initiative. Develops programs that provide XML Interfaces to the Optix repository and workflow engines. Candidates should have a background in web development us ing Java and C++ on UNIX. Apache Web server, CGIs, Java Servlets (J2EE, EJBs) and Windows NT a plus. Knowledge of XML highly desirable. Minimum of 2 years of software development experience, CS or related degree preferred. MID TO SENIOR CINIX/RDBMS ENGINEER Mid to senior level engineer needed to develop server applications that will operate across the enterprise on Solaris, AlX, Linux and NT architectures. Candidates should possess 3-5 years application development in a UNIX environment, including experience with RPC, I PC, TCP/IP, Threads, RDBMS (Oracle preferred), and GUI development (X/Motif, JFC are desirable), 1-3 years Internet development experience including Java, XML, sockets, servlets, and understanding of web techniques highly desirable. BSCS or equivalent. MID TO SENIOR WINDOWS SOFTWARE ENGINEER Mid to senior level developer for Optix Document Management products for the Windows client; Develops software with MFC/Visual C++ including DLL and COM/OLE interfaces in a cross-platform, client/server environment. Experience with SQL and Microsoft APIs such as ADO a plus. Duties include program design and development, installation, maintenance, engineer ing-level documentation and technical support. Minimum of 2 years of software development experience, CS or related degree preferred. We are located In a beautiful country setting about an hour west of DC and offer a fantastic work environment with the best benefits in the business. Come join our software development team for some exciting new career opportunities!! mindwrap, inc., a divine interVentures partner company www.mindwrap.com ■ap.com _ 40-675-301! 540-675-3130 fax TOWN OF MJDDLEBURG Loudoun County, Virginia TOWN ADMINISTRATOR The Mlddleburg Town Administrator Is responsible for financial and personnel management for the Town; preparation of budgets; formulation of policies and legislative positions; procurement; oversight of all municipal services and departments incl. Treasurer's Office, Planning, Police. Water & Sewer, and Streets Depts.; and property mngmt. of all Town property Including Health Center and Pink Box Visitor’s Center. Town staff of 12; operating budgets of approx. $1.2 million; cap. improv. of approx. $1.5 million. Full-time position requiring 3-5 years of executive level mngmt. experience, preferably In, municipal govt.; 3-5 years experience In financial mngmt: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably In management or public administration. Salary $42,000 - $52,000 DOQ; excellent benefits. Send resume to Mayor C. L. Dlmos. Town of Mlddleburg, P.O. Box 187, Mlddleburg. VA, 20118, or call (540) 687-5152 for more Information. Deadline; May 26. EOE COME JOIN A WINNING TEAM Competitive Wages , ... Excellent Benefits... • 401K • Medical • Paid Vacation • Holiday Pay ... and Much More ... Experience a plus.... Not a requirement POSITIONS AVAILABLE -Housekeeping -Front Desk Clerk 7-3 shift -Front Office Manager -Breakfast Bar Attn. COMFORT INN COMFORT INN DRIVE WARRENTON, VA Fax resume to 540-347-5759 Come In and Complete an Application NO PHONE CALLS NOW HIRING! SERVICE TECHNICIANS GAS FIRED EQUIPMENT Candidates with prior experience working with gas operated equipment needed for rapidly expanding industry leader Prior experience in the Gas industry, plumbing, or electrical field a plus. Class B CDL will be needed. Must be 21 years of age. Copy of driving record needed to apply. High school diploma or GED. CDL DRIVERS GAS DELIVERY We are an aggressive propane company with a need for CDL drivers for our growing business. A Class B license with hazard Y tank endorsement is needed. Competitive wage and excellent benefits. Experience delivering propane gas or heating oil is a plus. Excellent benefits include: •Medical •Dental • Life Insurance • 401K Retirement Plan and more. Applications accepted 8:00am to 4:00pm Mon-Fri at 3392 Catlett Rd., Catlett VA 20119 Or Mail resume to: P.O. Box 247, Catlett, VA 20119 540/788-4472 EOE CblumtSa propane* World’s Finest Food Processing Systems As we add staff to meet our increased production requirements, the following employment opportunities are available. Compensation and benefit package includes competitive hourly pay, 10% pay differential for night shift, comprehensive medical/dental, life and disability insurance, 401 (k), cafeteria, educational assistance, plus a hire-in bonus. MACHINISTS For day shift and night shift, we have several positions for experienced CNC and Manual MACHINISTS. Qualified applicants should have minimum of two years experience as a production manual and/or CNC machinist working on mills, lathes, grinders; be fully skilled at setting up and operating CNC mills, lathes, working w/ close tolerances, and able to do first piece inspection. Must be fully competent in blueprint reading and shop math. TIG WELDER for our night shift. Qualified applicants must have experience as a TIG WELDER in a production environment and have close tolerance experience w/ stainless and aluminum work. Must be fully competent in blueprint reading and shop math. FINISHER/GRAINER For day shift and night shift. FINISHERS/GRAINERS grain, bead blast and use a tumbler as well as small hand tools to produce specified finishes on machined and fabricated metal parts. This is an entry-level position and we will train you, but you should be comfortable working around power tools and be mechanically inclined. Blueprint reading skills a plus. STOCKROOM CLERKS For day shift and night shift. Primary focus for one position is pulling parts from shelves according to number identification and written description following a parts list, moving parts/materials from warehouse to designated department using carts, and stocking shelves with parts. In addition, will be assigned to help with other tasks within the warehouse as needed, including unloading boxes and counting inventory. MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY TECHNICIANS needed to assemble frames, panels and sub-assemblies of food processing and packaging equipment designed and manufactured in our facility. Using hand tools and small power tools, technicians work from blueprints, schematics, written and verbal instructions. Qualifications required are strong mechanical aptitude and applicable work experience utilizing mechanical skills in related field. Training through trade schools or military very helpful. Should have own basic set of hand tools. FOR APPLICATION AND/OP TO SCHEDULE INTERVIEW, PLEASE CONTACT HR Dept. ROSS INDUSTRIES. INC P.O. Box 70 Midland, VA 22728 PH: 540-439-3271 or 800-336-6010 Fax: 540-439-2740 e-mail: hr@rossindinc.com web page: www.rossindinc.com We welcome the opportunity to talk with you! EOE SCHOOL LIBRARIAN SEPTEMBER OPENING Highland School, founded in 1928, is a coeducational, Pre-K to Grade 12-day school, located in historic Warrenton, Virginia. The School has an opening for a librarian. Master’s Degree preferred. Benefits and salaries are competitive. Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter to: Headmaster, Highland School 597 Broadview Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 Landscape TruGreen LandCare is seeking qualified applicants for the following opportunities in our Chantilly & Gainesville locations: • Area Managers • Designers & Supervisors for Landscape • Enhancement & Irrigation Technicians Excellent benefits and compensation. Drivers license and drug test required. Contact Doug @ 703-929-6570, Dave @ 703-929-2832 or Kathi @ 703-968-0668. RECEPTIONIST Command Technologies seeks a part-time afternoon receptionist to support the front desk at our corporate office in Warrenton. The afternoon shift is 12:30 - 5:30. Experience handling a multi-line telephone in a professional atmosphere is a plus. Good communication skills are necessary to qualify for this position. Qualified candidates please fax resume to: Judy Command Technologies, Inc. Fax: 540-347-7105 EOE/M/F/D/V www.commtechinc.com WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR Part-Time Weekend work, flexible hours, for selfmotivated person with ability to work independently. Excellent driving record required. No experience necessary - will train. Competitive starting salary. Call 540-825-6660 for Information/application Or apply in person to: ESS 218 N. Main Street Culpeper, VA HOUSEKEEPER Needed for Bed A Breakfast in Washington. VA. ♦ Occasional weekend and evening ivork reauired. ♦ Experienced preferred. ♦ Good starting rate. Come work for a friendly upbeat environment! Please contact Michelle 540-675-2020 to schedule an interview. ATTENTION DRIVERS G.F. Jennings, an equal opportunity employer, is looking for Class A & B professional drivers. We have year round contracts, excellent benefits include Health, Life, Vacation, 401 (k) retirement, Annual Bonuses. Average income $30K. Great work environment, home every evening. Please call for directions & interview 703-550-9898 QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN Smith-Midland Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician. Duties include concrete aggregate testing, product inspection before and after casting, some report preparation and other duties as assigned. Background in precast concrete and blueprint reading helpful. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, competitive wages and opportunities for advancement. Interested persons may send resumes to: Smith-Midland, Corp P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax resumes to: 540-439-1232 or contact Personnel at: 540-439-3266 SKILLED MAINTENANCE HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing Paint/Wallpaper/Tile THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON $100 Bonus Upon Hire $100 Bonus after Six Months Great opportunity for experienced individual or apprentice to work with a very talented professional in nice surroundings. Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation, and more. Call Anne today @ 540-675-3800 ext. 46, or send resume with salary history to The Inn at Little Washington, POB 300, Washington, VA 22747. FAX 540-675-3100. Program Technician The Fauquier/Prince William Farm Service Agency is seeking qualified dependable applicants to fill a temporary full-time Program Technician position. This position will only be authorized until September 22, 2000 depending on available funding. The work requirement will consist of assisting with multiple USDA farm programs, computer work, receptionist duties, greeting the public and general office operations. This position may become permanent at a future date depending on Agency funding. Salary will be determined according to prior USDA or general office experience. For more information, you may contact the local office at (540) 347-4402, ext. 2, or applications may be obtained at the USDA service center located at 98 Alexandria Pike, Suite 12, Warrenton, Virginia, next to the DMV building. Applications must be received by close of business, May 12, 2000. “FSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer". Food Service Positions available for: Two, PT Food Service Attendants Come in and fill out an application at Oak Springs of Warrenton 614 Hastings Lane Warrenton VA 20186 Child Care Center Director Walnut Grove Child Care Centers • •Competitive salary based on exp. • • Benefits & bonuses Must have child care experience Contact 540-439-2500 or 540-347-6520 or 703-754-3322 ATTENTION DRIVERS G.F. Jennings, an equal opportunity employer, is looking for Class A & B professional drivers. We have year round contracts, excellent benefits include Health, Life, Vacation, 401 (k) retirement, Annual Bonuses. Average income $30K. Great work environ^ ment, home every evening. Please call for directions & interview 703-550-9898 In Rappahannock Ca has a job opening tor Is taatna room and maikatig cpetafcns: ideal far peraon (toasted h leaning more about the raprty-growingVAvvinendLBly. Job DesctjpiortGteelhg vistas, tasto} sates, Mneiy and vireyaid bus, vising wine stores Sresteuate, (fetahg Hous: Remote; mil 10 hous, Max 30hous pervwek. Pay: HouV cfependhg on background expenance & hous aval aba Sate canafeo be patioormesion. Ldc^ot 8 mtes scuti of Spenyvfe rtosect cf Rts. 801 &7D7 (road to Old Rag Mn) Cat 540967-9712 IcAuHcn Small, private day school seeking dedicated teachers. Serious academics with emphasis on a classroom curriculum. Combination of qualifications and experience considered. Positions open for preschool, elementary level, lower school French, and high school English. Resumes To: Teacher Search P.O. Box 739 Hint Hill, VA 22627 Rappahannock Ca has a job opening for ts tasfeng roam and \mw makelhg operations; ideal tor person rtoodod h teariig more atoii the raprfy-groMigVAvvriehduBty. Job DesaiJforr Greelng veAois, tasthg sate, wray £nd vineyaid tus, vising wine stores&nestauarts,defcratrig Hews Raitemh. 10hours,M»( 30 hcus perweek Ray: Hcuy dBperatig on backgwnt aperianoe & hous avat able Satecanateobepadccmnescn Locator 8 mies scUh of ^enyvfc, nosed. cf Fte. 001 & 707 (noedtoOtJRagMtn.) Cat 540-987-9712 TECHNICIANS Local heavy equipment dealer J.W. Burress, Inc. is currently accepting applications for both SHOP & ROAD TECHNICIANS Applicant must be self-motivating, have valid driver’s license and possess a working knowledge of electronics and hydraulics. Offering competitive benefit package, salary and a great work environment. Must have own tools. Call Mark 540-349-2878 or fax resumes to 540-349-4509 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 Warn NORTHERN VIRGIN! Reservations * Housekeeping Dining Room Staff Busperson * Kitchen Custodian THE WM AT LITTLE WASHINGTON $100 Bonus Upon Hire $100 Bonus after Six Months Full-Time, Part-Time Available Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation and more. Call Anne today O 540-675-3800 ext. 46 The Inn at Little Washington Middle l Main Sts. Washington, VA 22747

New softball field debuts BY BILL KOSSLER Rappahannock News Writer This past Wednesday, May 3 opening ceremonies were held for the Miller Field. It was a beautiful sunny day with just enough cloud cover to keep it from being too bright or hot, a perfect late spring evening. Cub Scout Josh Bywaters led the teams, coaches and spectators in the national anthem, and the players, ages 9 to 12, took the field. Playing this particular day were our Settles team versus Culpeper’s Tri Hand team. By all accounts but their own modest ones, the field is the brain child of two Rappahannock fathers and coaches, Paul Gall and Monty Clinedinst, along with Clifford Miller Jr., who generously donated the use of his field. Asked what prompted their efforts, Mr. Gall responded: “Last year we had the high school field. This year, the program expanded... but because of the high school addition, there is no field there anymore.” With four teams in the Rappahannock contingent of Culpeper Little League girls softball, two fields are needed to accommodate the games, hence, Mr. Gall continued: “Brian Ross allows us to use ill Kossler NEW: The Rappahannock Girlls Little League softball field officially opened last Wednesday evening. the field at Mountainside Market, so then we approached... and asked Cliff and he gave us this spot, he said we could build a field here. Cliff Miller, he’s just been great about it.” Getting the field was only half the battle, though. Raye Tupper, softball mom and Settles team score keeper, noted that “a lot of dads worked hard on it.” Beth Gall, Mr. Gall’s other half, credited Jeff Jenkins, who “gave all his time, making the infield, bringing his equipment down here.” Mr. Gall noted further that “Merillat Industries donated the backstop... that is my employer. A lot of parents donated money, and of course, Culpeper Little League... Thanks to Mr. Miller and the work of the parents and everyone... this is our field.” RNB offers phone banking Effective immediately Rappahannock National Bank is offering telephone banking to their customers. Customers of Rappahannock National Bank can call the RNB Access Line, 888-265-4RNB to gain telephone access to their bank account or loan information 24 hours a day, seven days a week. At any time, customers can use their touch-tone telephone to check balances, determine if checks have cleared, move money between accounts, make loan payments and even create stop payments. About telephone banking, Michael T. Leake, Executive Vice President and CEO of Rappahannock National Bank said, “Telephone banking is a great and secure service for our customers that has no fees. It provides an opportunity for our customers to bank at their convenience anywhere and anytime they can access a phone. We are always eager to assist our customers but there are situations where account information is needed when the bank is not open. The Rappahannock National bank Access Line takes care of that problem.” Tb set up telephone access to account information, customers of Rappahannock National Bank need only call the toll free number, 888-265-4762. On their first call they will be asked to enter their social security number and then will be asked to enter a confidential personal identification number to access their bank information. Callers Garden Club members meet for plant exchange BY KAREN ROBISONGRAVES Rappahannock News Writer On April 19, ladies from the Madison County Garden Club and the Rappahannock County Garden Club met at the Washington Fire Hall for an annual plant exchange. It was a delightful time to learn about a wide variety of interesting and beautiful perennial plants. Besides having three door prizes, each member was able to take a plant home to grow in her own garden. Hostesses Sally Havstad, Jo-an Getsinger and Carolyn Emerick provided the day’s refreshments. The Horticulture and Design Exhibit judge, Frances Russell, awarded several blue ribbons. In the Design Exhibit, Class 1) Quiet Pond and Class 2) Branching Out, Janet Eastham, Joan Batchelder, Mary Priest and Jo-an Getsinger each received a blue Building Report The Rappahannock County Building Office reports for the period running March 22 through April 21 the following permits were issued: For the month, the office issued seven new home permits, three addition/remodel/renovation, one new shed/barn/garage and one pool house permits. Miscellaneous permits included: two permits for decks, one vinyl siding permit, one shingle replacement permit and five renewal permits. The Building Office also reviewed 12 sets of plans; had 169 scheduled inspections; seven walk-in consultations and five scheduled consultations. The above information was provided by R.V. Burke, Building Official, CPCA for Rappahannock County. ribbon for their exceptional flower arrangements. In the Horticulture Exhibit Class 1) Daffodils, Class 2) Flowering branches, and Class 3) Tulips. The nine members receiving blue ribbons were Jo-an Getsinger, Flo Phillips, Helen Smith, Charlotte Laing, Betty Wood, Virginia Scott, Sally Havstad, Carol Thornton and Mary Priest. Vice President Mary Revercomb presided over the business meeting. Susan Jones was welcomed as the club’s newest member. Helen Smith provided handouts on “Attracting Birds to Your Garden and Yard”. Members are reminded that the next scheduled meeting is May 17. The program will be a tour of Catholic School Garden at Bristow, Va. and Sister Pat Hagarty will be the speaker. are walked through this easy step by step process by the online operator. They will then have access to their account information 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Real Estate Directory 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. Combo Real Estate Advertising Rates Available Call for Information 675-3338 PermaTreal Q^) PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 HORSE “FARMETTE” Six and a half acres, fenced and cross fenced. Only three miles from Old Dominion Hunt. Can ride on adjoining lands. Single story home with great room, three large bedrooms and two baths. Deck off kitchen for outside privacy for those leisurely mornings or evenings. Oversized two car detached garage with second floor storage. Under assessment at $189,900. The Buyer's Agency, Inc. Butch Zindel, Broker 540-675-1190 01 ^ butchz@summit.net Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures our new location m Ci South Main Street, 3rd Floor stairs from the Social Security Office) Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE El INITIAL CONSULTATION /‘nn idiin; \[fordable. Quality Legal Seii’ices Since l(J75 Darrel W. Damer and wife to Richard S. Clough and wife, lot 13, Mountain View Subdivision, Wakefield District. $95,000. Raymond G. Watson and wife to Gail E. Brewer, 6 acres, Hampton District. $276,825. Joseph Miller and wife to Rappahannock Vineyards LLC, lot 2, 42.1986 acres, Wakefield District. $75,000. Assessed value, $164,300. James H. Burke and wife to Thomas V. Conway, 14.281734 acres, Stonewall District. $99,500. Design & lew Construction Management BRIARGATE Charming old estate of 45 rolling acres. Wondrous open views of the Blue Ridge, surrounded by magnificent old trees, this home has recently been completely renovated. Originally a hunting lodge enlarged in the twenties, it now contains more than 6 bedrooms, large kitchen with new appliances, big dining room with fireplace and lovely reception room with fireplace. 3 separate fenced pastures, new bam, equipment shed, small young orchard and 1/2 acre of mixed grapes. 5 room manager/guest house. Shown by appointment. $785,000 Fji.hi \ M. Day, Rkaltors I lit l fitmln I'iii|»nh l\ nfilt (540) AS,-} )NS • riiulr"i'MKl,i\'ir.illnrs.a>m • (540) AS7-1 1 Hi l,l\ f=Y Try our web page www.emday-realtors.com [Jj ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. Ben Venue Area - Fantastic location for this ideally situated 19th Century Farmhouse on 102 scenic acres! Dependencies include a 6 stall center isle bam w/hunt room, full BA & exercise/lounge room; a 4 car detached garage w/bay for horse van and a 1 BR carriage house plus 60 acres of fenced pasture, magnificent flowering trees and shrubs and mountain views! $799,000 Flint Hill - This freshly painted 2 BR frame Cape is ready for a new owner. New heating Si cooling system being installed, new hot water heater, new vinyl floors in bath & kitchen, wood floors & fireplace. Priced to sell at $79,900. Huntly - 25 wooded acres with state road frontage, good building site, old stone walls & convenient location to 1-66. $145,000 Flint Hill - Crest Hill Road - 13.6 gently rolling, sparsely wooded acres located in ODH area w/large oak trees & numerous dogwoods. $104,500 ^ Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 _ is Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 Qg. Farmhouse: This cheerful, traditional 1895 home with fine interior renovations includes formal living room, dining room, family room all purpose kitchen w/breakfast nook, BR 8c BA on main level. Also 3 BRs 8c BA up plus several porches, ample closets 8c a wine cellar. Carport 8c useful sheds on a well landscaped 1.23 acre lot. $220,000 Mountain views enhance this 4 BR, 2.5 immaculate 2 story home with gracious main floor foyer, living room, dining room, family room, modern kitchen 8c large carport suitable for screened or glassed porch. Lower walk out level guest or. in-law apartment has full kitchen, 2 BRs, living room, and large bath. 38x17 in-ground pool 8c separate two car garage.' Privately situated on 10+ acres near Ben Venue. $319,000 95 acre farm; Beautiful, well groomed, gently rolling pas tures centered around a large spring fed pond. Long lane leads to older home, originally an old cabin, ready for renovations.* Nice old barn 8c 2 sheds. Wooded perimeters, fence lines 8c streams. Amissville area. $450,000 Real Estate III -‘>1 «• s< i" ", ,in • w.lsl,\ 540 (y 5 1 373