Rappahannock News, June 21, 2000

,;1 H'-> 1 1QN WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2000 123nd Year ... No. 25 Phone (540)675-3338 www.timespapers.com 50 cents ■v'n " ■it-it*** Rapp Briefs Teen program begins next week On Wednesday, June 28 the Rappahannock “Teen Adventure” program begins with a tubing trip on the Potomac River in Harper’s Ferry, W.Va. combined with a brief tour of historic Harper’s Ferry. The group will depart Rappahannock County High School at 9 a.m. and return at approximately 6 p.m. AH participants must complete and return application forms and release forms by Monday, June 26. These forms will be available at the Headwaters office in Washington as well as the Rappahannock County Library. Call Leslie Nichols at 937-2103 with questions. Soccer Camp set for July 10-14 Carl Gray, coach of the RCHS girls’ varsity soccer team, will direct a camp for all county youth soccer players ages 5-18 at the RCES field the week of July 10. Coach Gray will bring other “A” Licensed coaches, college and high school players to assist him. The camp is from 4 to 7 p.m. Players will need a soccer ball (which can be purchased at camp), shinguards and water. Cost with a soccer ball is $65 for the first player in a family and $35 for each sibling. Without the soccer ball the fees are $55 and $25. Applications can be picked up at the Rappahannock Library. Deadline is July 1. Call 937-5794 after 6 p.m. if you have questions. f Center open The Flatwood Refuse and Recycling Center will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 a m. to 7 p.m. For more information call 987-8985. 40 horsemen enjoy Red Oak Mountain view Nothing could have nicer marked the rite of Spring than to see some 40 horsemen relaxing with their mounts taking in the 360 degree view from Red Oak Mountain last Sunday. Thornton Hill Hunt Master Larry LeHew led a 3 1/2-hour ride from the old point-to-point course on Rt. 522 to the peak of this spectacularly beautiful hill. He and Billy Dodson are thinking about rebuilding the Thornton Hill course for a return of racing there next year. Happenings • Wednesday, June 21 at 7:30 p.m., Rappahannock County Planning Commission to meet at the courthouse. New business vkill be Hearthstone School and Walter family apartment. • Thursday, June 22 Yearend meeting for Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors, 6 p.m. Agenda items include: Adoption of FY 2001 Budget, tax rate and appropriation resolutions and payment of year-end bills and at 7 p.m., Aileen Property Purchase-amendment of FY 2000 Budget. • Wednesday, June 28 at 7:30 p.m. Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock courthouse. • Monday, July 3 and 4 the Rappahannock County government offices will be closed. • Monday, July 3 the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors will meet at 2 and 7 p.m. at the courthouse. 700 23050 Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Hay making season Farmers are delighted with the rains that have produced an abundant hay making season this year. This bumper crop is on the Jon Morgan farm, Oldefield on Route 231. Baldwin couple pleaded guilty . . By Josh Barney Special to the Rappahannock News CHARLOTTESVILLE - A Sperryville couple arrested in a major poaching sting have pleaded guilty to illegally selling black bear gall bladders, whole bear carcasses and wild ginseng. Danny Ray Baldwin and Bonnie Sue Baldwin entered the pleas Thursday in U.S. District Court in Charlottesville as part of an agreement with prosecutors. While the Baldwins each agreed to admit guilt to nine charges, federal authorities offered them no guarantee of leniency: The Baldwins each face up to 41 years in prison and a fine of $2,100,000 when sentenced. The Baldwins are “pleading guilty to the charges — because it is in [their] best interest to do so and not because of any threats or promises,” the agreement states. However, the plea bargain allows for prosecutors to recommend a lighter sentence if the Baldwins offer “substantial assistance” in the prosecution of someone else. “Substantial assistance” means the Baldwins would provide information allowing the government to make a case it otherwise could not. In addition to the pleas, Bonnie Sue Baldwin was found guilty of possessing firearms after being convicted of a felony. The maximum penalty for the charge is 10 years in prison and a fine of $250,000. Lawyers for the Baldwins did not return telephone messages earlier this week. Prosecutors and r Shenandoah National Part officials also -were unavailable. No sentencing date had been set, court officials said. The Baldwins were arrested as part of an undercover sting conducted by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. According to an affidavit filed by Wissinger Jr., criminal investigator for the National Park Service, Bonnie Baldwin first contacted an J undercover ' park ranger in 1997, offering bear parts for sale. The ranger agreed to purchase both bear gall bladders and Lewis D. BALDWIN, Page A6 wm wastewater scuttle Town Council? BY GERALD OCHS Rappahannock News Writer The Town of Washington has a wastewater problem that has and might continue to impact the effectiveness of the Town Council itself. Vice Mayor and Wastewater Study Committee member Steve Critzer has not been seen at council sessions since he walked out of the April meeting following public and some council members’ rejection of a plan to purchase a 21 acre parcel that might have been used for a town septic field or an additional well; Treasurer Elaine Viguerie has been most vocal in noting her disbelief of Wastewater Study Committee conclusions; Mayor Stu Willis has distanced himself from recommendations that were presumably agreed upon in closed sessions; Committee chair Charlie Tbmpkins has had to defend the Committee’s four years of work and, in general, the process of using committees rather than council sessions to investigate and make recommendations on issues of particular significance to the town. At the June Town Council meeting the principals were true to their developing roles. Mr. Tompkins Wastewater Study Committee report was largely a continuation of his defense of committee work and conclusions, though he did stress the obligation of tjie Town Council to provide the leadership to assure a future for the town and its businesses. “We are not doing anything to create a stable economy for the town,” he said, “except to bicker over and squander the plunder from The Inn. We should have the leadership to invest what we now have in the future of the town. If we can believe any of this than it should be obvious that we need to maintain the viability of the historical center of town— these are the very lots that are threatened by wastewater problems.” Mrs. Viguerie took exception to some of the language in the statement, and indicated that she would like to hear from PEC before moving forward on the wastewater issue. PEC—the Piedmont Environmental Council—has offered, through its new Rappahannock County office, to provide an “independent analysis of the sewage disposal situation in the town of Washington.” Mrs. Viguerie has repeatedly indicated a lack of confidence with the Committee’s characterization of the wastewater problem, supports the “independent analysis” offered by the See COUNCIL, Page A6 Storm Clouds Photos courtesy of Steven Von Fange Last Thursday evening’s storm produced spectacular cloud movements and outstanding views from the top of Red Oak Mountain. The photo on the left is the actual cross on the mountain and the right photo is of the tower. Steven Von Fange was on the scene in minutes to take these shots. On Sunday, 40 horsemen enjoyed the view from Red Oak Mountain (See brief opposite left).

Is his a song of sorrow? There seems to be an element of desperation in the singing of the house wren now. The little bird seems to me to be singing as a duty. I don’t hear the exuberant joy in his song I heard in early May. Of course, all that is a projection of my feelings and emotions into the behavior of a little 4 1/3-inch brown bird. It is all very unscientific — I should not indulge in such speculation. Yet, I do. I am sure the wren lost his mate to a four-foot black snake. Jays announced the presence of the snake with strident cries of outrage on June 2. It was noon, and I was in the kitchen, making sandwiches for Lee and me. Suddenly, the jays began screaming very close to the house. Lee said, “It’s that white cat!” A dirty-white cat that seems to belong to no one has appeared in the back yard. On two occasions, I have seen it sitting on the feeder and calmly giving himself (or herself) a cleaning. When I looked out the kitchen window, I saw three jays bouncing the limbs of the maple tree and screaming in outrage. No cat was in view. Was it a hawk? I was sure that if I opened the back door, the hawk — if it was that — would take off with the jays in close, but not too close, pursuit. When I went outside, the jays remained at the end of the maple branch hanging over the steps coming up from the back year. They peered down and let out their penetrating cries: jay, jay, jay. A chickadee and two robins joined in the general chorus of alarm. Then I saw it. A four-foot All Things Wild And Wonderful John Trott black snake had entwined itself in the banisters of the stairs, no more than three feet from me. He was sunning himself and, no doubt, digesting his meal of wrens. What is it that triggers the sharp, irrational stab of fear — that prickling of the hair on the back of the neck — when we see a snake? It only lasts until reason returns, yet it was there for me. Is it learned or are we born with it? I reached out with my foot and tapped the snake on the tail. He turned and looked, flicked out his tongue and leisurely crawled down through the steps and disappeared into the four-foot stone wall that separates the back from the side yard. Their duty of announcing the snake over, the jays flew away and went about their business. On May 31, Lee and I returned from picking strawberries at Muskrat Haven Farm. I checked the house wren nest in the bluebird box at the garage, it was empty of eggs and young. The tiny, feather-lined nest was intact. Only a snake can empty a nest and make it appear the contents have been gently lifted out with a spoon. Other predators, like a raccoon or a cat, destroy the nest in pulling out its contents. One of the seven eggs had hatched when I opened the See SONG, Page A6 NOTICE OF DUMPSTER CLOSING The Scrabble Dumpster will close on Wednesday, June 28, 2000. The Flatwood Refuse & Recycling Center is open Wednesday through Sunday (Commencing June 10) 9:00 - 7:00 To serve your household waste disposal needs (commercial trash, appliances, scrap metal, construction debris, brush & tree trimmings, tires and used motor oil and anti-freeze will still need to be taken to the Landfill Facility in Amissville) Please call 540-987-8985 or 540-675-3342 for further information. 1 Please enter my new subscription to: ikppahanuock Subscription Rates By Rappahannock.*21. Elsewhere in the U.S.*27. Name \ddress ^'ity_ State__ Zip_ Wail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Rappahannock Neius, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 Md Address: The Rappahannock Aten* (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. Graduation ceremonies A time of reflection and celebration BY MARY ANNE BIGGS Assistant Superintendent One of the wonderful features of school is that each school year has an opening day and a graduating day. Graduation is a time for reflection, celebration and change. Twice this week, we have experienced graduation. On Saturday the seniors, adorned in their cap-and-gown elegance, marched down the aisle of the gymnasium to spend their last two hours as Rappahannock County High School students. All eighty four of “our kids" would be together for the last time ever. They are an amazing group of people. Who is going to school where, next year? Where did all the scholarship money come from? What will each one of these people be doing five years from today? Not only were the graduates being honored, but they were also honoring others. Jamie Gillis’ tribute to Jack Raines was a once in a lifetime spotlight for an educator. It was a moment to cherish. Her poem entitled, You Are The Man was a heartfelt expression of appreciation and admiration for all that Mr. Raines does for students. The second graduation for our students happened on Thursday morning at RCES. Ninety-four seventh graders dressed in their Sunday best filed into the auditorium accompanied by the strains of Pomp and Circumstance punctuated by an occasional parental sob. Teachers, administrators and students assembled to spend their last two hours together. The easy flow the program reflected excellent planning on the part of the seventh grade teachers, i Achievements m in academics, athletics, arts A and atten- ^ dance were A high recognized. m ugni oi cne ceremony. 1 nis is The Liz an award which is voted on by Tole Award was a the students in the seventh grade class. They select one member of the class who best exemplifies kindness, support of others and a positive attitude. With tears in her eyes, Mrs. Holly Massie announced that the class had chosen Rachel Gall for this honor. It was a beautiful moment not only for Rachel and her parents, but for the entire assembly. As the ceremony drew to a close, Mr. Richard Smith reminded the graduates to be kind to other people and never to be afraid of failure. As the recessional filled the room, the seventh grade class took its first steps toward the high school. And now; Pomp and Circumstance has ceased. The halls are quiet and the children are at home. A good year has come to a close. We are fortunate to be part of a community where there are so many wonderful children to celebrate. Wakefield Lower School presented awards, honors Wakefield’s Lower School, The Plains, closing exercises on June 9 included the presentation of awards to students as selected by the faculty or as earned, based on meeting departmental criteria. These honors are given annually to recognize individual achievement beyond Wakefield’s usual rigorous academic standards in the Grammar (grades 4-7) and Primary (grades 1-3) schools. Six students received Primary school awards. Eighteen students received Grammar School awards, one of which was an art award given to Monica Doma, a seventh grade of Amissville. Twenty-two students received certificates for perfect attendance. spring Cleaji^ Jenkins Tree Service & Landscaping Fully Insured Bonded Trimming • Topping • Take Downs • Stump Removal Mulching • Fertilizing • Root Feeding • Spraying • Lot Clearing • Cleanup Free Estimates • We Service All MD & VA C.R. Jenkins PO Box 331 540-987-9048 Sperryville, VA 22740 WCDS News BY LORI FERREIRA Rappahannock News Writer • Wakefield Country Day School will be holding an Open House on July 15, from 10 a.m. to 12. WCDS students, faculty and staff will be available to show you around our campus and answer any ques Basketball Camp this week. Coach Rhonda Jenkins, with the assistance of Rappahannock County High School junior Amanda Weakley and senior Mark Horton, has been holding camp for 25 enthu tions you may have. Please join us for a cup of coffee and an informal glimpse at WCDS. • Wakefield Country Day School has been pleased to host the Rappahannock Youth siastic students in grades three through six in the WCDS gymnasium. From the sounds emanating from their direction, the young athletes have been enjoying themselves! Diana Miller graduates Diana P. Miller of Turkey Ridge Road, Castleton has graduated from the University of Delaware, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Anthropology on May 27. 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Art Adventure Camp slated During July 24-28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, there will be an Art Adventure Camp for young people ages 14-18 at Verdun Adventure Bound in Rixeyville. The campers will be envisioning the future using painting, drama and music. It is for the serious painter, actor, creative writer and musician interested in an intensive creative experience while addressing issues in todays world. A camper may choose to focus on one medium or to participate in more than one art form. The outcome of the week together will be an original performance piece with a mural backdrop and music showcased for the community. The participants will be looking at the forces of faith and compassion in oneself and around the globe, as well as the forces of fear and anger. Rockclimbing, physical risk-taking and team building exercises will be incorporated with the artistic disciplines. The goal is for the participants to expand their understanding of the problems the world is facing and their role as lead era in bringing clarity and hope into the future. There will also be emphasis on environmental awareness. The staff includes Tutt Stapp-Harris, Laurie Marshall and Don-Tez Harris. Ms. Harris is an Educator, Dancer and Wordsmith. She has taught writing at Wakefield School in The Plains for 15 years; is chairperson of English Department, has B.A.’s in English and Dramatic Arts with extensive experience in acting and directing; is a performer with the Last Minute Wood (Dance) Company since 1995; and is former director of Piedmont Environmental Council’s Rappahannock Nature Camp. Laurie Marshall is a Visual and Performing Artist. She teaches art at Rappahannock County High School and Social Studies at Hearthstone School; has collaborator in 15 mural projects; is the author and director of five plays; a performer with the Last Minute Wood Company for ten years; and a guest artist at the Virginia Museum, the Smithsonian, the Brooklyn Museum and the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Don-Tez Harris is a Musician who is proficient in wind, string and percussive instruments. He’s Assistant Director of the New Sewell Music Conservatory in Washington, D.C.; music teacher in two D.C. public schools; member of the Black Sheep Reggae band; and a tour Director of musical groups of young people throughout Europe. Dr. David Snyder’s Verdun Adventure Bound’s network will provide personnel skilled in team building, outdoor leadership and rock climbing techniques. The total tuition for the camp is $275. A $40 nonrefundable deposit is necessary to reserve a place, received by July 3. There is a limit of 30 participants. Total tuition is due July 16. Scholarships are available. For a registration form call Laurie Marshall at 675-3267 or e-mail at lmarshall5@ earthlink.net. Local histories featured on July 4th sale Now you readers, pay attention! There is talent in these hills and you should take advantage of it. Local authors’ books will be on sale in the Ki Theater as part of the Independence Day festivities and will include local histories. Laura Matthews book, A Ramble Through Rappahannock, chronicles the county’s evolution from agricultural backwater at its founding in 1656 to the eclectic arts enclave and retirement community that it is today. This excellent treatise explores the natural disadvantages and manmade obstacles to growth that are responsible for perpetuating the county’s rural character. While nearby counties fall victim to suburban sprawl, Rappahannock citizens struggle to prevent a similar fate for their community. Hollow Boy, an autobiography by retired Judge Rayner Snead about the first 18 years of his life in Gid Brown Hollow, is an intimate description of a portion of the county history he experienced. Life in the Hollow in the 1920’s and 30’s was a struggle just to produce necessities, but his parents did so and sent their boys on to college. Work on the farm included raising apples for marketing, corn, wheat and hay. There were cows to milk, wood and water to be fetched, hogs to be slaughtered and processed, ice to be stored in the wintertime, fruits and vegetables to be preserved and hunting and fishing to supplement the food supply. The Rappahannock News wins four first place awards from VPA Barbara Wayland of the Rappahannock News recently ;won four first place awards in • advertising for the following ‘clients: Real Estate III, Trash Free Rappahannock; Spring page for Rappahannock businesses and a Rappahannock News circulation ad. • A second place honor was ! bestowed for a full page Cooter’s ad and two third place awards were granted for a Rappahannock Republican Party full page ad and a Mother’s Day multi-client full ; page ad. • The awards ceremony is I held annually and is sponsored by the Virginia Press ; Association. story is also filled with fun and humor. The Girl of Independence by Lois Doran Snead, Rayner’s wife, is no less interesting. Though not a Rappahannock history, it is a charming story of a girl who grew up in Missouri and met a sharp young ensign from that county. Her life has been a vital part of the community ever since. To read these two books is to meet the writers. 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VA (MO) IV4UI Vandalism investigation continues The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office investigation into the vandalism at Montpelier in the F. T. Valley last month is “continuing in a satisfactory and workmanlike manner,” according to Sheriff Larry Sherertz. While he could not supply specifics, Sherertz noted that while his investigators “were not looking at the barrel of a smoking gun,” they were following up on leads that had come in from the community. He is also awaiting a report on the evidence taken from the scene that is now in the hands of the Virginia State Police laboratory in Fairfax. “I think that the photograph (of a vehicle similar to a Cadillac 2-door seen in the driveway at Montpelier) may have jostled some people’s memories,” said Sherertz. The vehicle in question — a black, early 1980s-model Cadillac Eldorado — has been “further defined as having the Biarritz package with gold-colored wheels,” said Sherertz. Arrests follow traffic stop Two Rappahannock County men were arrested early on the morning of June 16 after their vehicle was stopped for speeding on U. S. 211 near Gid Brown Hollow Road. An early 1980’s Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz According to the report filed by Dep. James Welch, Clayton D. Willard, 22, of Amissville was eastbound on U. S. 211 at about 2 a.m. when Welch pulled him over for speeding. While Welch was interviewing the driver, his passenger, Brian Lee Dodson, 23, of Sperryville, interrupted the questioning and became abusive, resulting in his arrest as well. Willard was charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol, and Dodson was charged with being drunk in public and disorderly conduct. % Career Resource Center now open If you’re in the market for a new job or a step up in your career, there is a new resource available in Rappahannock County. The Rappahannock Career Resource Center located in the basement of the library is open and offers several resources to assist you. Fran Smith, who is manning the center, is available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays to assist you in conducting a job search, or writing your resume. Additionally, she can help evaluate your current situation to determine the most effective things for you to do to realize your goals. The center is equipped with a computer, connected to the internet, with laser printer and a fax machine. Additionally there are many helpful resources to not only locate jobs, but assist with interview techniques, salary negotiation and mistakes to This week at the BLEU ROCK L\i\ Restaurant, Pub. 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Hours are Monday, 2:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesday, 9 a.m.-l p.m. and Thursday, 1-5 p.m. Items sought for box suppers The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department is once again seeking items for their our annual box suppers to be served on Thursday, June 29" before, during and after the carnival’s parade. Items needed include potato salad, baked beans, deviled eggs and sheet cakes. Cash donations will help defray the costs of chicken, boxes and utensils. Anyone willing to donate should call Sarah Latham at 937-4410. TO INVENTORY TAX! 5C% Dftftdnwntorp Redaction £ade Adddderckand/ge, on D tip dap As the end of the fiscal year approaches, we MUST sell a lot of fine jewelry to make room for our holiday inventory. For one day only, Sat. June 24th, 2000, we will sell all jewelry on display at or below our cost! (coins and consignment items excluded) Sorry, no layaways. 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-iXappatjattnocfe JJetos— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Carl Eborn, Staff Photographer Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNews@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations Our View Not forgotten 50th anniversary commemoration begins Sunday in Washington, D. C. James Michener’s novella, The Bridges at Toko-ri is considered by many to be the best fictional account written about the Korean War (1950-53). The story climaxes with the death of the protagonist, Lt. Harry Brubaker, a Naval Reserve pilot, at the hands of communist troops after his plane crash lands in enemy territory. The book closes with Brubaker’s CO, Adm. Tarrant — who thought of Brubaker as a son — watching the other pilots on his aircraft carrier preparing to launch for yet another series of missions over the disputed land that few people back home knew or cared about. In a moment of reflection, the admiral weighs the courage of the men under his command as they returned to combat, with the indifference many people at home felt about the war in Korea. He simply asks the question, “Where do we get such men?” The 50th anniversary commemoration of the Korean War begins this Sunday with a ceremony at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. It is appropriate for us at this time to remember those who served in what has wrongly been called “the Forgotten War,” where: • Over 5,720,000 men and women served in America’s armed forces; • There were over 33,600 U. S. battle deaths, and another 3,262 service-related deaths; • 103,284 were wounded; • Nearly 10,000 American servicemen were captured by the North Korean and Communist Chinese forces, the vast majority of whom suffered terribly while in enemy hands. Over 3,400 would not survive the prison camps; and • Over 8,100 American servicemen are still carried as missing in action. We have many people now living quietly in Rappahannock County who served in the Korean War, and for them and their families, the Korean War has not been “forgotten.” And it never will be. We wish to express our appreciation for those who went to war in Korea to”Defend a country they never knew, and a people they never met.” Rappahannock Today Photo courtesy of Jean Elizabeth The mural, This is Our World! - 2000 was made by 13 Upper School students at Hearthstone School in Sperryville in , collaboration with artist Laurie Marshall. It is currently on display at the National Geographic building in Washington, D.C. They built the mural from scratch and drew the map of the world onto the surface using a grid. From their research papers in government and geography, they put images of concern on the mural. Hearthstone School is located in Sperryville. It serves children grades nursery through high school. Painting, music, drama, poetry and movement are used to bring academics to life. For more information go to www.hearthstoneschool.org or call 987-9212. Letters Thanks extended to Rappahannock community I would like to thank the people of Rappahannock County for all of their support and help in trying to apprehend those who vandalized Montpelier. It has been so uplifting to have all the support of the residents of Rappahannock. I would like to thank: • All the people who talk about this crime and spread the word... “word of mouth”, I have been told, will very likely catch the criminal or criminals. • All the business owners who have posted flyers in Rappahannock and surrounding counties. • Mary Ann Kuhn for the hundreds of hours she has spent composing wonderful articles about Montpelier, handing out flyers, and “spreading the word” of the vandalism. • The Rappahannock News, especially Barbara Wayland, for all the articles and publicity. • The Rappahannock Historical Society for setting up the reward fund and educating the community (and me) about the history of Montpelier. Field Day a success On behalf of the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office and the Rappahannock Elementary School children, I would like to thank everyone who helped make our fifth annual D.A.R.E./Field Day a huge success. Each year the event has grown, making it one of the most anticipated school days of the year. Individuals, organizations and businesses from around the county donated time, materials, skills and funds to make this a super event. This community cares about the future of our children. We appreciate your help with our fight against drug abuse and violence. Captain Jeff Brown DARE. Officer • All the people who have pledged money to the reward fund and encouraged pledges especially the two Rappahannock Hunt Clubs. • The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection for all of their support and involvement especially Jim Gannon. • The Sheriff’s Office for all of the extra and unpaid hours that they have devoted to this case. • The Virginia State Police for all of their work on this case. I am sure I have left out some people who deserve my thanks. I apologize to them and offer my heartfelt gratitude. It has been difficult to see Montpelier attacked as it was, but the support from the residents of Rappahannock has certainly been the “silver lining in the cloud” for me. Thank you all so very much. Stuart Trope (The youngest of the Fletcher children) Boosters thank community The Rappahannock County High School Athletic Boosters would like to thank everyone who supported us during our fund raising season. We have plans for wonderful things this fall! Come to the games and see for yourself! Congratulations go out to Mr. Roger Ashby of Amissville who won the Athletic Quilt. The Athletic Booster Scholarship was awarded to the following Rappahannock County High School graduates: Ervin Phillips and Megan Fairbrother. We wish you the best of luck as you make your way through life. Rappahannock County High School Athletic Boosters Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 50 YEARS AGO June 22, 1950 A photographer from Baltimore was in Washington Saturday afternoon and took a group picture of the newly-elected town council and mayor, standing in front of the courthouse. Individual pictures were also taken of r each council member at her home. These are to appear on a television show either this week or next at 6:30 on a Baltimore channel. Council-lady-elect Mrs. Jack Miller states that what has amazed her more than anything else is the amount of attention the election has attracted. “Why, we thought it KARfUs follow from s t * i r r < e c jd _’ Photo courtesy of First Washington Museum OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: The view of Harris Hollow from Stairfield, photographed in the early 1920’s. wouldn’t go beyond the town limits!” There’s been much fan-fare over the ladies of Washington, who are taking over the town’s government, but for the past 14 years, a lady of the town has filled a responsible job and no one thinks it unusual. Miss Margaret Compton is Justice of the Peace and Magistrate, and has held this place. as well as Registrar of Vital Statistics, since the death of her father in February 1936. Miss Margaret’s father, John A. Compton, was 98 years of age at the time of his death. He served as magistrate for over 40 years and in his latter years his eyesight was impaired. As his deputy, Miss Margaret had done much of the work for him, and at his death she was requested to continue to serve as Registrar of Vital Statistics. 25 YEARS AGO June 26, 1975 Mrs. Clara Updike of Washington was among 33> contestants from 11 states who have been announced as winners in the first annual National Livestock Producer livestock judging contest. Lois Yates received a bachelor of arts degree in elementary education from the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg commencement held June 1. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Yates of Sperryville and a 1971 graduate of Rappahannock County High School. She will assume a position this fall with the staff of Norge Primary School near Williamsburg. Martin’s Furniture Company in Culpeper ran a full-page ad for their preFourth of July sale. Featured items included: three piece lawn, porch or patio ensemble: gilder, rocker and chair for a special value of $84.88; Seven piece dinette sets for only $99.88 and single door utility cabinets for $24.88. 10 YEARS AGO June 21, 1990 Raye Tupper will be the new assistant principal at Rappahannock County Elementary School, the administration announced last week. Mrs. Tupper comes to Rappahannock County from Prince William Middle School in Farmville where she has been assistant principal for two years. Mrs. Tupper grew up in Rappahannock County and taught kindergarten here for one year before she was married. Since then she has taught kindergarten, first grade and Title I reading, mostly in Southside counties. At its regular Executive Committee meeting on June 14, the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community welcomed Cathleen Stephen of Warrenton who will become the organization’s director on July 1. Mrs. Stephen will succeed Kay Robertson of Viewtown, who is resigning effective June 29. Mrs. Robertson has been RAAC’s Director for the past year. Rappahannock County High School, through resident and school support in housing exchange students, hosted five exchange students for the 1989-90 school year. Students came from across the Pacific, from across the Atlantic and from lands below the equator. — COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND .

Letter Why doesn’t county have trash pick-up service? I would like to know why Rappahannock County does not have a trash pick-up like most other counties. We pay taxes just like any other county. Even if we had to take it to a central location to be picked up a couple times a week within our own community would be better than having to go all the way to Amissville or Flatwood which by the way are both on 211 in Rappahannock. That makes it very inconvenient for those of us who are on the other side of the county. Not to mention the fact that gas prices are going up which just makes the problem worse. I am sure I am not alone when I say it is not fair that we should have to drive so far to get rid of our trash. This may cause more trash to be dumped on the sides of the roads and in wooded areas because there are a lot of lazy people out there who don’t care where they dump their trash and don’t give a hoot about laws or rules. And they don’t care what the county looks like. Plus once a month or so there should be a pick-up for large items such as washers, dryers,refrigerators,mattresses, box springs, televisions, etc. Dixie Swain Chester Gap Festival 2000 Fourth of July parade surging This year’s Fourth of July celebration, “Festival 2000,” has become a county event and one of its features, the Festival 2000 Rappahannock Parade, is growing. The Festival 2000 Parade will begin at 5 p.m. and will circle the town. The parade will be led by the RCHS Band, drum major Andrew Clinedinst with Lynn Fournier, band director and will feature antique cars, County and Town officials, scouts, athletes, fire and rescue squads, wagons, and many Rappahannock surprises. At the parade’s tail will the Bicycle Parade, and just like last year non-motorized vehicles—bicycles, wagons, bigwheels, scooters—are welcome and should be decorated to win prizes. Parade participation is free, and all are encouraged to join in. Anyone interested can register by completing the parade form on RAAC’s web site (www.raac.org) or by calling RAAC at 675-3193. Bicycle Parade participants do not need to register—just show up at the staging area (in front of the library) at 4:30 p.m. (regular parade participants line up at 4 p.m.). Building Report The Rappahannock County Building Office reports for the period running April 22 through May 21: For the month, the office issued three new home permits, six addition/remodel/renovation, three new shed/barn/garage permits. Miscellaneous permits included: two deck permits, two vinyl siding permits, one permit to install the foundation only of a dwelling and five renewal permits. The Building Office also reviewed ten sets of plans, had 154 scheduled inspections, ten walk in consultations, eight scheduled consultations and one day at a Building Officials meeting. Year to date totals: 1999 new home construction 18 and zero commercial buildings; 2000 totals: new home construction 19 and one commercial building. The above information was provided by R. V. Burke, Building Official, CPCA for Rappahannock County. ServSafe course offered BY CHRISTINE KASTAN Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Sciences In the winter, 2000, 17 food service managers and employees completed a food sanitation course in Madison. For those who missed the course, another one is being offered in Warrenton, with the opportunity to become certified with the National Restaurant Association. The course and ServSafe Essentials textbook utilize the new 1999 Model Food Code from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Virginia Department of Health are offering the 16 hour ServSafe course and Food Protection Manager Certification exam. The course will be held at the Fauquier Extension Office, 24 Pelham Street, Warrenton on July 10 and 17, with the certification exam on July 17. Classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 5. The cost is $92 per person, unless there is a pre-formed group of 15 or more and the fee is $76. The textbook and exam is included in the fee. To register, contact the Rappahannock Extension Office, 675-3619, before the registration deadline of July 3. The course is designed to educate owners, managers and other food service personnel in proper food handling techniques and sanitation BaNcrik to tho Rappahannock Ham. Call 67*3338. management. This course will help managers increase the level of sanitation in their facility, while decreasing their level of food borne disease. With successful completion of the course and passing the exam, the National Restaurant Association will issue students a certificate. If you are a person with a disability and require auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations for this course, contact Christine Kastan at 948-6881 ten days prior to the course. '■■■ .■ ■■■■•■ 'itasm.TKS-v > Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor m the Social Security Office) EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE n INITIAL CONSULTATION Prmiding Affordable. Quality legal Services Since 1975 RCHS athletic banquet award winners announced The following athletes were recognized at the annual awards banquet Thursday, June 15. . Varsity Girl’s Basketball Coach’s Award: Rebekah Letsen Varsity Girl’s Basketball Most Improved Player: Michelle Woodard. Junior Varsity Girl’s Basketball Most Valuable Player: Amanda Weakley. Junior Varsity Girl’s Basketball Coach’s Award: Amy Clinedinst. Varsity Boy’s Basketball Most Valuable Player: Ervin Phillips. Varsity Boy’s Basketball Team Spirit Award: Clint Wines. Male Cross Country Most Valuable Runner: Mark Williams. Female Cross Country Most Valuable Runner: Berkeley Hobson. Female Cross Country Coach’s Award: Beth Yowell. Male Cross Country Coach’s Award: Chad Heddleston. Junior Varsity Boy’s Basketball Most Valuable Player: Jamie Keys. Fall Junior Varsity Cheerleading Most Spirited Cheerleader: Molly Burke. Fall Varsity Cheerleading Most Spirited Award: Tiffany Early. Fall Varsity Cheerleading Coach’s Award: Jessica Pruitt. Winter Junior Varsity Cheerleading Most Spirited Cheerleader: Melanie Tbrrance. Winter Varsity Cheerleading Coach’s Award: Katey Wilson. Winter Varsity Cheerleading Most Spirited Cheerleader Award: Kyla Andreoni. Junior Varsity Girl’s Volleyball Most Valuable Player: Amy Clinedinst. Varsity Girl’s Volleyball Coach’s Intensity Award: Meghan Fairbrother. Carl Gray appointed Director of Coaching for the development program Carl Gray, a USSF “A” Licensed Coach from Culpeper has been appointed Director of Coaching for the Olympic Development Program (ODP) for the Virginia Central District. Coach Gray has served as an ODP coach and evaluator for the past three years and this year will be responsible for assembling a staff of qualified coaches to select this years Central District ODP teams. Coach Gray currently serves as the Director of Coaching for the Culpeper Soccer Association, Coach of the Culpeper Comets U-15 Travel Team and is a past president of both the Culpeper Soccer Association and the Old Dominion Soccer League (ODSL). He is also the Varsity coach for the girl’s soccer team at Rappahannock County High School. The Olympic Development Program is an identification program that is part of the project 2010 from the United States Soccer Federation. The purpose of this program is to identify youth soccer players from the ages of 12 to 18 for further development as part of the USSF National Teams. The Central District includes all youth players who live in or play in one of the Travel Leagues in the Richmond, Charlottesville, Petersburg, Fredericksburg and Tidewater areas of Virginia. The Central District currently has approximately 30,000 youth players and will identify 100 boys and 100 girls of these players to participate at the Virginia State Identification Program. Culpeper youth soccer players have been well represented on the ODP teams in past years. Recent players that have been identified from Culpeper youth soccer are, Robbie Kearney, Brad Armstrong, Preston Garrett, Glenn Gray, Mike Fairbrother, Bryan Wilson, Nathan Clark, Ralph Pace and Ashby Mills. Tryout dates for this year’s Central district ODP teams will be announced after the beginning of the fall season. from concept to full bloom ^xposurc Jscapc* design Green wav Vista Farm & Nursery LANDS! \PK CONTRACTORS ( lass A l ie. 2705050400 i.niiL ape pi.m-, '■> plant instuNation V arcfiitertural feature’s w.itc’i features V irr igation systems 'j outdoor lighting; k 540-8 57-1545 or 540-45Q-9296 877-504-9 24d (toll free) i SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. Varsity Girl’s Volleyball Most Valuable Net Player: Alice Gentry. Varsity Girl’s Softball Coach’s Award: Dana Caldwell. Varsity Girl’s Softball Most Valuable Player: Austin Bouffard. Varsity Golf Most Improved Golfer: Michael F airbrother. Junior Varsity Girl’s Softball Most Improved Player: Melanie Torrance. Varsity Boy’s Baseball Most Valuable Player: Ervin Phillips. • Varsity Boy’s Baseball Coach’s Award: Alex Baumgardner. Varsity Boy’s Baseball Golden Bat Award: Alex Baumgardner. Junior Varsity Boy’s Baseball Most Valuable Player: Chris Brown. Varsity Boy’s Soccer Most Valuable Offensive Player: Frank Paratore. Varsity Boy’s Soccer Most Valuable Defensive Player: Adam Rogers. Varsity Girl’s Soccer Outstanding Leadership Award: Allison Baker and Meghan Fairbrother. Varsity Girl’s Soccer Team Spirit Award: Rebecca Metcalfe and Berkeley Hobson. Varsity Girl’s Track Most Improved: Kate May. Varsity Girl’s Track Most Valuable: Tammy McDaniel. Varsity Boy’s Track Most Improved: Mark Williams. Varsity Boy’s Track Most Valuable: B.J. Christian. R.C.H.S. Sportsmanship Award: Rebecca Metcalfe. Rappahannock News Athletic Award: Abe McLear. R.C.H.S. Best Male Athlete Award: Ervin Phillips. R.C.H.S. Best Female Athletic Award: Meghan Fairbrother. Neil Burke Memorial Award: Ben Atkins. Baker wins scholarship from Culpeper Hospital Allison Hope Baker, a graduate of Rappahannock County High School, has won the Culpeper Regional Hospital $500 scholarship for her essay on how health care will change or evolve in the 21st century. Culpeper Regional Hospital held the essay contest to encourage students from Rappahannock, Orange, Culpeper and Madison to pursue an interest in the health care industry. The scholarships were awarded in conjunction with the hospital’s own celebration of a landmark occasion, 40 years of dedicated service to residents of Culpeper, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock and southern Fauquier counties. “The health care industry is an ever changing one,” said H. Lee Kirk, CEO of Culpeper Regional Hospital. “We are very proud of our winners for stepping up to the challenge of evaluating our field with such gusto and mature insight. 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Council From Page A1 PEC, and pushed for a PEC presentation on its proposed effort at the full Council’s July meeting—and ' not at a Wastewater Study Committee meeting. Mayor Willis agreed with Mrs. Viguerie, both in terms of PEC’s involvement, and their involvement directly with the Town Council. Council member Reinhardt Lynch, Mr. Tompkins, and resident Peter Kramer all agreed that PEC should be involved, but all expressed the opinion that they should be involved through the Committee and not directly with the Town Council. Mrs. Viguerie forwarded a motion to “have PEC make a presentation at the July (Town Council) meeting,” and asked, “Is there a second?” There was no second to the motion, and Mr. Tompkins will schedule a Wastewater Study Committee meeting for July, at which PEC may present its proposal. FY 2000-2001 Budget The Council considered the FY 2000-2001 budget, following last month’s public hearing. The proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2000-2001 shows income and expenditures of $274,050.00, as compared with current year figures of $244,800. Mr. Tompkins initiated a discussion on the treasurer’s salary. He said that “we all work on a volunteer basis,” and suggested that the treasurer position was salaried in the past in order to obtain the skills necessary to automate the Town’s accounting functions but, since that task has been completed, a salaried position is no longer necessary. Council member Alice Butler remarked that the Council had voted to reinstate the treasurer’s salary, “and we should leave it like- it is—at least until the end of the term.” Mrs. Viguerie reviewed her accomplishments and areas of involvement in Town business as proof that the treasurer position should remain salaried. No further Council comment was offered in response, but Peter Kramer questioned her residency. “I would like to ask how many days you’re in Town,” he said. “I think you should resign and let someone who lives here be the Treasurer.” The Council voted four to two to accept the budget. Dissenter Lynch explained his vote, noting that the budget had grown from $25,000 in 1987 when the food and lodging tax was initiated, to a net of $224,000 this year. He said Song From Page A1 box on May 30. The hatching was right on schedule. I had figured it from the time the female had laid six eggs, lb my surprise, she added a seventh the following day. I am sure the snake swallowed the brooding female before consuming the young and unhatched eggs. Now the male is singing as he tries to attract another mate to the nest box in the field above the house, which he filled with sticks earlier in the season. That is the nature of male wrens, to fill any possible nesting cavity with sticks. Tried in a court of human justice, it would be fair to say the wren got his just desserts. On arriving in late April from winter quarters in the south, he threw out a nestful of chickadee eggs from the bluebird box near the garage where his mate laid her eggs. Tried by wrens — a jury of his peers — there would be no retribution for just being a house wren. Virginia naturalist John Trott may he reached at: P.O. Box 59, Wahington, Va., 22747. Business & Service Directory Only $4.60per week for a 1 inch space AUTO DETAIL Milton Russell Auto Detail Service, Upholstery Cleaning Car Wash, Wax 540-937-3982 Fax 540-937-6200 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR RIVERSIDE AUTO SERVICE Quality Auto Body Repairs Mechanical Repairs Towing Service State Inspection Sperryville (540) 987-8264 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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After the initial purchase, the undercover ranger went on to make five more buys from the Baldwins over the course of the next year, the affidavit states. As part of their plea bargain, the Baldwins agreed to reimburse U.S. government the $10,400 that was paid to them during the sting. During the transactions, the couple told the ranger that they were selling approximately 300 galls per year and had been in business for approximately 13 years, according to Wissinger’s statement. with all this money and have to reassess where it will go.” Treasurer’s report Treasurer Viguerie presented the Town’s financial report, noting consolidated assets of $457,080.03 up some $3,000 from that reported in May, and Water Works current assets of $9,952.00 compared to the 5/31/00 figure of $7142.04. Bear bladders are highly prized in Asia, where they are used as medicine for treating a variety of ailments. 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aappahannock News • Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B4, B5 • Real Estate/B6 June 21, 2000 Section B Citizen of the Week Donna G. Foster Hometown: Sperryville Occupation: Deputy Clerk, Rappahannock Combined Court - General District and Juvenile. Accomplishments: Mrs. Foster grew up in Rappahannock and attended the public School system here. She is a 1981 graduate of Rappahannock County High School and also a graduate of University of Richmond with a BS degree in Business Administration. She worked in the banking field for 12 years. Two years ago, Mrs. Foster started to work at the Rappahannock Courthouse and just loves being five minutes away from work. She normally works three days a week and says hef job is always interesting and there’s never a dull moment. She is a member of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville, where she serves as treasurer. She is also Children’s Mission Leader, pianist for the children’s choir and a substitute Sunday School teacher. Mrs. Foster was past treasurer of the Sperryville Rescue Squad. She and her husband, Bobby have one daughter, Lauren, age 11. Mrs. Foster enjoys NASCAR, baseball, fishing and traveling. The Rappahannock News takes great pleasure in announcing Mrs. Foster as Citizen of the Week. Weekend Picks Band Boosters to meet, camp to be discussed The Rappahannock County Band Boosters will meet Thursday, June 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Rappahannock County High School. Everyone is invited. The upcoming Mini-Band Camp will be discussed. For information call John Wiese at 937-9909. Trail ride set The Rappahannock Hunt will sponsor a summer trail ride on Sunday, June 25 at Birmingham in Culpeper at 10 a.m. Western and English riders are welcome. For further information contact Barton Hitchcok at 825-6859; Janet O’Keefe at 547-2993, evenings or Hunt Monitor, message, 987-8957. Hard hats recommended. Chad Heddleston earns Eagle honor BY DEBBIE MASSIE Rappahannock News Writer Boy Scout Troop 36 in Washington has added another Eagle Scout to its troop. On Sunday, June 11 Chad Heddleston of Sperryville became the latest member of the troop to achieve the highest honor that a boy scout can achieve. He built a pavilion at Reynolds Memorial Church in Sperryville. He spent months work EAGLE: Chad Heddleston, center, earned the highest honor possible last week. He is pictured here with his parents Jon and April Heddleston. ing on the project from the initial stages to its completion. Heddleston delivered a very organized, articulate speech during the eagle ceremony at the Washington Fire Hall. Following are some excerpts from his speech. “I should consider this weekend the most memorable of my life. I have, in a sense, graduated twice: Yesterday from high school, and today from Scouting. I realize that some of the things I learned from each institution will stick with me throughout my lifetime. And the memories I want to mention today are the good ones.” “Boy Scouts serves a unique purpose in our culture. Scouting takes a boy, something that is not made up of ‘sugar and spice and everything nice’, and it attempts to make a man out of him. Not a slouch of a man, but a decent, upright, God fearing man, one who may, simply by his integrity, make a lasting impression on someone else or something else someday. Scouting takes a boy and molds him into many things boys do not automatically become, trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, reverent, of good service to himself, his family, his community and his country.” “And, as I look around this room, I realize how fortunate I have been to have so many positive male role models in my life, men who have certain expectations of me, men who have, by their presence and support, encouraged me to do something worthwhile and honorable with my life. Both my grandfathers are here today. Both are World War II veterans, Grandpa Heddleston of the Navy and Grandpa Simpson of the Army and Air Force. Both have been married to the same gal for more than 50 years! (And 111 credit my grandmothers for that!) They have taught me to be serious, and to have fun, to enjoy life while doing what is right and proper.” “And, truly, I would be remiss if I did not mention the many women who worked so hard. (It’s only because this is Boy Scouts that I began with the men!) First, thanks, mom, for the stuff you said: ‘Someday, you’ll thank me for this!” “And I conclude with a general ‘thank you,’ for all your support on my behalf and for your presence here at the Court of Honors Ceremony. This has been a very memorable weekend, and a very special day.” Heddleston also received the Paul Nichols Memorial Award at the RCHS graduation on Saturday, June 10. He will attend James Madison University in the fall and is the son of Jon and April Heddleston of Sperryville. Rhonda Jenkins: Lives and breaths sports BY BILL KOSSLER Rappaahnnock News Writer I spoke recently with Rappahannock girls’ basketball and softball coach Rhonda Jenkins about coaching and about athletics in the county. Rhonda Jenkins has been coaching at the high school for seven years now, and writing about it for the Rappahannock News for the past year. Mrs. Jenkins was born and raised here in the county, and is herself a graduate of Rappahannock High School. Bom Rhonda Estes, she and her high school sweetheart Jeff Jenkins both lived, breathed and played sports when they were in school. Now she’s Mrs. Jenkins and has two kids of her’own. She still lives and breathes sports and her young sons are already learning to play. Starting young and enjoying the game are important points Mrs. Jenkins emphasizes: “If you start early, the better you will be, especially if you love the game”. While the rural character of Rappahannock is a blessing in many respects, it is difficult to provide the same opportunities in sports as you find in more populous areas. The earlier you start out, the more opportunities you have to play and practice and the better you will get. Mrs. Jenkins points out that many of the surrounding areas have more extensive exposure to sports at a younger age, and that our kids have to compete against that when they play in our district: “We have a lot of participation for such a small place... yet the first few years that I coached Rappahannock we had to teach the basics, the rules of the game, how to throw the ball and so forth. That’s too late when other schools are starting at eight or nine years old. • . _ We’ve improved Tf lot since then, but there is more that we could do.” For that reason, Mrs. Jenkins recruits more kids on her teams than she may actually field, so the kids can learn and improve by being around the game, even if they don’t always compete. “I want to have kids start out younger, because I know that when I started out, what I learned came from playing with the other, older kids”.. Mrs. Jenkins hopes to coach for many years to come. Not that many of us are in the rare and lucky circumstance of doing what we love, and in that sense, Mrs. Jenkins has been blessed: “I always said if I ever got the chance to coach, that’s what I wanted to do... That’s why I coach, because I love the game”. “Tumbleweeds” featuring Academy BY ROSIE DAY Rappahannock News Writer The camera is relaxed, moving with the characters, but still the great British actress Janet McTeer, in her first major film performance, bursts the frame with her vitality. Joyce Abell and Julie Portman saw McTeer on Broadway in “A Dolls House” and found hex-, “brilliant - incredible!” motes make the movie continuously exciting. A small picture but a fully felt one. McTeer earned an Academy Award nomination this year for her part in this film. “Tumbleweeds”, sponsored by the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community, will be shown at 8 p.m. at The Theatre on Gay Street, Friday, June 23. (R, 100 minutes). i ms actress has more body, bigger eyes, a freer laugh - more soul, too - than we are used to seeing in movies. Her Mary Jo, a slightly frayed Southern workingclass beauty, depends on her ability to attract men. Nothing else has ever really worked for her, but when she jumps into relationships, she’s too honest to keep her mouth shut, and soon she has to jump out of them, dragging her little daughter (Kimberly Brown) along with her. Mary Jo is lovable but exasperating, and the mixed feelings she prol « 4 XTIT i n a n m ■» a a Rhonda Jenkins r Gray Ghost’s Adieu awarded in California Continuing its international and national recognition, Gray Ghost’s dessert wine Adieu was awarded a Silver medal in the Los Angeles County Fair Wines of the Americans Competition. Gray Ghost’s Adieu was the only East Coast wine awarded in its class. This accolade is in addition to the recent Bronze the Adieu earned in the uovemors cup annual compet i t i o n . Nicknamed the “granddaddy” of wine j udgi n g events, Angeles County Fair competition is not only the oldest county fair wine judging in the country, but it is also widely considered to be one of the most prestigious events of its kind in the United States. Gray Ghost’s Adieu is produced from late harvest Vidal Blanc grapes grown at the winery in Amissville. The winery can be contacted at 937-4869. f

Activities “Ocean Odyssey ” at Reynolds Vacation Bible School takes place at the Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville Monday, June 26 through Friday, June 30 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Activities for all ages infant through college with a special youth project for students ages 12 and up. The Fantastic Good News Ocean Odyssey is a fun-filled, active learning experience for all. Refreshments and recreation each night, special Friday night finale. Everyone invited! For additional information call 987-8137. Flint Hill Pentecostal Saturday: Sunday: Wednesday: Pastor: Rev. Jack Campbell Hymn Sing at 7 p.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Worship Service 7:30 p.m. Vacation Bible School planned Dive into Bible truths and have a great time doing it! The folks at Woodville Baptist Church invite all youth to participate in their Vacation Bible School this year. It will take place from Monday, June 26 through Thursday, June 29 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Other attractions include crafts, music, great food, and even better fellowship. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Night Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. 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 Service 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, June 25 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. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: John R. Pendleton Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. VBS at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Attention all boys and girls, age four through grade six, you are invited to join in on a week of recreation, crafts, songs, snacks and stories in summer Vacation Bible School at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Scrabble. The fun will be held daily from 9:30 a.m. to 12 on June 26-30. There will also be a free hot dog cookout for all family members on June 30 at 7 p.m. You and your friends can register by simply contacting Donna Smith at 547-4128. Grades 7-12 can look forward to their VBS later this summer. Nero 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. St. Peter’s Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses VBS at Thornton’s Gap Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church will host their annual Vacation Bible School June 26-30 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All are welcome. Anniversary celebration set The Faith Singers of Rappahannock County invite you to celebrate their 12th anniversary on Saturday, July 8 at 5 p.m. at the Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville. Guests will be the Gospel Chorus, Second Baptist Church, Falls Church. For more information or directions, contact one of the Faith Singers, Rev. Anna L. Allsberry, 675-1243, Charlotte A. Johnson, 987-3340, Alfreda Dean, 636-6088 or Nan Butler Roberts, 399-9815 or e-mail nbrober@yahoo.com. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. George O. Dean Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Vacation Bible School planned Amissville Baptist Church will host Vacation Bible School from June 26-30 from 9 to 12 daily. All are welcome. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9 a.m. Morning Prayer 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every third Sunday 10:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Goff Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. J Mr. and Mrs. James Falls Falls couple celebrates 50th On April 14, 1950, James H. Falls and Myrtle F. Burke were united in marriage. On April 15, 2000 Mr. and Mrs. Falls celebrated their golden anniversary. Many friends and relatives from far and near attended the celebration at the Washington fire hall. There was live music by the local band, “County Line.” A buffet lunch was served. The four-tier anniversary cake was cut and served by lifetime friend, Mary Clark of Sperryville. Rev. Paul Hawkins, cousin of Mrs. Falls, from Virginia Beach, gave the blessing. A toast was proposed by Jeffrey Light of Woodville. The event was photographed by Lyle Alexander of Woodville. Pictures of The Falls’ “Fabulous 50” were displayed and enjoyed by all. The fire hall was decorated with fresh lilac, lace, candles and balloons. The tables were adorned with candles and rose petals. The cake was accented by a beautiful balloon arch provided by Country Cottage. Mr. and Mrs. Falls are grateful for the gifts and cards they received, and regret that one gift had no card attached. Many special people devoted their time and talents to this wonderful celebration of a lifetime of love and commitment. They are: Tim and Edie Falls, Misty Hitt, Martha Lou O’BannonHitt, Lyle Alexander, Jeff and Theresa Light, Mary Clark, Thora Pullen and Jeremy Critchfield. Marriage Licenses The following marriage licenses were recorded recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Stephen Marc Van Dam, Woodville and Sarah Rachel Judd, Woodville. Matthew Wade Pearson, Flint Hill and Renee E. King, Flint Hill. David Guzman Varela Sr., Washington and Elizabeth Roxanne Ortiz, Washington. Churches set Bible schools Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church will be having Vacation Bible School Monday, June 26 through Friday, June 30, from 9:30 a.m. until 12 each day. On Friday, May 30 at 7 p.m. they will be having a cook out for all family members. For more information concerning the bible school, please call Mrs. Donna Smith at 5474128. All young people in and around Reva are invited to attend Vacation Bible School at Bethel Baptist Church, next week, June 26 through June 30, from 6:30 until 9 p.m. each evening. The “Fantastic Good New Ocean Odyssey” is the theme for this year’s school. This school theme will take you into the “depths of God’s faithfulness”. All ages, pre-school through adults are welcome and also a nursery will be provided. If there is any 1990 graduate of Culpeper High School living in our area, you are reminded of the reunion planned for July 21-23. Please contact Melissa Norris Robson at 825-4851 for more information. We hope Bethany Jo Baker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Baker had a wonderful birthday on Sunday as she celebrated her 10th. It’s time again for the “Singing and Pickin” party, which will be held at Salem Fire Hall, Route 522, this Friday, June 23, beginning at 7 p.m. As always food and beverages will be available by the fire department and the public is invited! Congratulations to Jim Peyton who was chosen “Father of the Year” at his church, Black Oak Regular Baptist, during their services on Sunday. Rev. Jim Pitman, family and about 40 members and friends of his church motored to Lancaster, Pa. on Friday to attend the show “Noah’s Ark”. They also had a delightful meal, enjoyed a time of shopping, a safe journey and a real time of fellowship. Belated birthday wishes go out to Rev. Pitman of Castleton, who observed his day on Monday. Jennifer Peregory of Castleton Ford Road was an overnight guest of Mary Mills and her family. ROSTON Congratulations to William Boyd, our own Boston young man who received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of, Wisconsin, Steven Point, during commencement exercises in May. Belated wedding anniversary wishes go out to Mr. and Mrs. Sam Lanham, who celebrated 50 years together on June 10. The N.P.E.A. camp meetings are being held each evening this week at the Massanova campgrounds, Castleton. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville was a Saturday afternoon guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and family on Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Michael Swindler of Culpeper was a guest of her parents for Father’s Day. “Get Carried Away With Books” is the theme for this Summers Reading Program at the Culpeper County Library, which begins on June 21. Children from our area and of all ages are invited to attend. Mrs. D.J. Dodson of Salem and her sister, Mrs. K. Pritt were in Luray on Saturday to entertain their father, Rev. Richards at a local restaurant in observance of Father’s Day. In our “birthday wishes” list this week we’d like to mention Michael Heflin, who celebrates Wednesday, June 21, along with Linda Cubbage on June 21, Cliff Racey will add another year on Friday and Christopher Frazier reaches 15 on Sunday. While extending wishes, wedding anniversaries will be observed by Tony and Bev Tharp Wednesday, June 21 and Jake and Nancy Robinson look forward to their day on Sunday, June 25. 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How else can we feel so close to God., when our hands are in the soil of His earth caring for the plants He gave us9 Besides, we then get the beautiful flowers or nourishing food as the bounty of our efforts. Our spirit is part of God’s garden. He has planted his people here to grow in spirit and to thrive with faith. We began in fertile soil. Yet, we must keep the garden watered daily with prayer and fed weekly with worship in order to grow. We must constantly remove the weeds of donht and fear so our souls will flourish. We read in Hosea 14:5-6 as God promises... “I will be as the dew to Israel; he shall grow as the lily, and cast forth his roots...his branches shall spread, and his beauty shall be as the olive tree." Worship this week and every week. Root your life in God. 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Sally P. Moffett S. Moffett top of class Sally Page Moffett, daughter of E. Page and Susan F. Moffett of Leesburg, graduated on June 13 from Loudoun County High School. She was chosen valedictorian and addressed her class during the evening ceremonies held at the Patriot Center at George Mason University. During her four years at Loudoun County High School Moffett played trombone in the school’s Wind Ensemble and lettered in softball and lacrosse. She was a member of the National Honor Society and, during her senior year, served as Editor in Chief of Crossed Sabres, the school’s literary magazine. Outside of school she has been active in her church and in Girl Scouts. In the fall Moffett will begin studies at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Jean B. Moffett of Washington, and the late William F. Moffett, Jr. She is the niece of Frank Moffett of Washington. Woodville social notes Saturday visitors of Mrs. June Clark were Janet O’Keefe, Martha Lou Hitt, Richard and Rena Burke, Tim, Edie, Sam and Robert Falls. Visiting during the week were Myrtle Falls, Robert and Sam Falls. Greg Daczewitz and friend Vickie of Haymarket were Sunday guests of Joel and Merle Daczewitz. The WMU group of Woodville Baptist Church met Tuesday night with five members present. Theresa Light was program leader. Richard and Rena Burke attended the Salem VFW pickin’ party featuring the Blue Valley Boys, a bluegrass gospel group over the weekend. They were sad to have missed seeing friends Mary Elizabeth and Ed. Walter Milton Burke and his mother, Michele and grandmother, Rena took Richard and Die Burke to Brookside for a Father’s Day lunch on Sunday. X Keys named to Dean’s List Tiffany Dawn Keys, a Longwood College studpnt from Woodville, has been selected to the Dean’s List for outstanding academic performance during the spring, semester. She was among those who earned an academic average of at least 3.5 (a B+). She is the daughter of Chris and James Keys of Woodville. Amissville preparing for carnival Hello everyone! Are you ready for the Amissville Volunteer Fire Departments Carnival? I hope so. Last week I told you Wednesday Night is Family Night, so this week I will tell you about Thursday Night. Box dinners are available on Thursday night, they include fried chicken, Amissville By AMY HITT 937-3401 Well, we had a very special birthday this month, and the birthday girl has been celebrating all month long. Mrs. Rose Bowey turned 90 at the beginning of June. Friends and family have been celebrating with her all month. The Homemaker’s Club gave her a party, her sister Blanche and other family members gave her a big party ottiau, uttiveu ueans, uevneu eggs, a roil and a piece of cake. All that homemade food for $5 you can’t beat that. Bring the whole family and have a seat at a picnic table and enjoy a great meal. Amissville Baptist Church Vacation Bible School sign up “Transport to Truth” carnival is this Saturday at 3 p.m. Bring your children to the carnival for a really great time. There will be a moon bounce, pony rides, games, food and drinks. The “SonZone Discovery Center” starts Monday June 26-30 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. All children from age three to the sixth grade are invited to come. The youth are going to be helping in several different classes and are welcome as well. For more information call the church office at 937-6159. The Bethel Baptist Church is having a Full Gospel Concert on July 2 at 3 p.m. This concert is to benefit the cemetery fund. The performers will be “The Mighty Gospel Trails”. Lunch will be served around 1 p.m. following the morning service. Rev. Forest Freeman and Deacon Edward King invite all to attend. You know the church will be rocking, and there will be some really good food. For more information call Mr. King at 9374302. The AACA is still in need of volunteers, to run the “Children’s Corner” at the Rappahannock Fourth of July Celebration. Every year there is not a thing for the children to do, and this would be a great place for the children to be and spend some energy. If you can help, even if it is only for an hour, please call me at 937-3401 or Kay Kohler at 675-3128. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. in ixew iviarsei, ivia. ana sne nas Deen out to dinner quite a lot. I talked to Mrs. Bowey the other day for a while and she said she was a little wore out but was having a great time. The Amissville Ruritan Club gave out some donations this past week. The first one was to Eddie Putnam of Amissville for $50; Eddie belongs to the FCCLA at Culpeper High School. The team is headed to Florida in July to compete for the National FCCLA Championship. Another $50 donation was given to Douglas Burke for running in the Marine Corp Marathon for Aids. The Ruritans were happy to acknowledge these fine young men for their accomplishments. The AACA will be having their first Amissville Fall Festival Oct. 14 at the Amissville Fire Department Carnival grounds. We are in search of vendors for this event, profit or non-profit are welcome. Several area businesses have already signed up, but we would like to have everyone who has a homebased business in the Amissville area or county join in. If you would like more information contact me at 937-3401 or Victoria Miller at 937-4298 or Jan Makela at 937-5718. We are also planning a silent auction, if you have something of interest you would like to donate to the AACA. The festival is to benefit the Welcome to Amissville signs and the kiosk at the new post office. That is all for this week, if you have any news e-mail me at amyrappnews@aol.com. Have a great week and enjoy the carnival! Sperryville social notes Visitors on Sunday in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ranny Aylor and Mr. and Mrs. F.D. Coffey Jr. were Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Nethers and Mrs. Doug Kitts and Marcey of Stephens City. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will sponsor a food sale at Faith Mountain over the July 4th weekend. On Sunday, June 25 The Skyline Bluegrass Band will be the featured bluegrass band at Cooter’s Place. Great country music is featured every Saturday evening by the Cooter’s Garage Band. All are invited. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, June 25. Rev. Sperryville By CATHY PULLEN 987-8740 Merlin Shorb invites the community to attend. Tiffany Wayland attended a birthday party last Sunday at Mac’s Roller Rink in honor of Hallie Williams. Several other classmates also joined the group for an afternoon of skating and celebrating. Lots of Sperryville chil dren are attending Vacation Bible School at Washington Baptist this week. 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Copies oreovoitnblo el «H Lottery oHkes ly porches, ol the subscriptioii, you egret to he bound by the Erdos end hpulotioos SUBSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. Upcoming Events Chester Gap VFD to host activities Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a yard party on Saturday, June 24 at their station. The event will kick off with a horseshoe tournament beginning at noon. Teams can register the day of the tournament. There will be a chicken barbecue starting at 5 p.m. The cost will be $7 for adults and $3 for children over four years of age. Hotdogs will also be available. There will be live music and games for the children. For information call 635-5482, 635-6392 or 636-3279. Chadwells plan reunion Family and friends are invited to the first Chadwell reunion of. John D. (Flip) and Mattie Rutherford Chadwell on June 24 from 1:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Raymond E. Santmyers Youth Center, 201 East 8th Street, Front Royal. Please RSVP by June 18 to Ann Chadwell at 635-5675 or Ann C. Mauck at 635-4476. Fair catalogs now available The 2000 Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock Farm Fair catalogs are now available at the Rappahannock County Extension Office on Gay Street in Washington. The deadline for entries has hoon ovtonHoH tn li ilw 1 A Hitt family dinner set . Descendants of 1714 German Immigrant Peter Hitt will gather July 14 at the Gourdvine Baptist Church at 5 p.m. for a dinner and talk by Donnie Johnson on the history of the church. Prepaid reservations of $10 per person must be made to Mary Doyle Johnson, 1995 Clays Mill Road, Lexington, Ky. 40503-1239 by July 8. Dennis at PEC office on Fridays Bob Dennis will be at the Rappahannock Piedmont Environmental Office every Friday from 9:30 to 12. The public is invited to learn more about Conservation Easements, ask questions, learn the facts and/or draft your easement. The office is located at 12717 Lee Highway near Washington. For additional information call 987-9441. Family reunion planned The Weaver, Butler and Thornhill families will host their annual reunion on Sunday, June 25 beginning at 1 p.m. at the Rappahannock Park on US 211 near Washington. Amissville carnival set The Amissville firemen’s carnival will be held Wednesday, June 28 through Saturday, July 1. Wednesday night is family night; Thursday night will be the parade at 7 p.m.; Friday will be crowning t»f the queen and the grand prizes will be awarded on Saturday night. Wednesday rides will be $8 and the remainder of the week will be $10. Rides are once again sponsored by West Virginia Amusements Company and the entire community is > encouraged to support this endeavor. Farm fair dance slated There will be a Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock Farm Fair Dance on Saturday, June 24 at the St. Luke'S School Gym in Culpeper from 7 to 11 p.m. Any FFA/4-H member can attend and bring two guests. Ages for youth to attend are 9 to 19 years old. Refreshments will be served. There will be a special laser light show by “Thunder Music” Steve Miller, DJ and cash prizes. If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in any of these activities, call 675-3619 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, five days prior to the event. Page derby set, applications accepted Applications are being accepted for the demolition derby to be held Friday, Aug. 25 during the Page Valley Fair. Drivers must be 21 years of age. Cars may include any American made stock, hardtop automobile or station wagon. No oversize vehicles or trucks are allowed. Official entry blanks are available at your local auto parts store or by calling 743-4949. Registration is limited to the first 60 applications and yours will be acknowledged by return mail. Hospice offers support group Hospice of the Rapidan presents a free Education and Support Group for anyone who has lost a loved one through death, divorce, or relocation, to learn coping techniques for managing the resulting emotional stress. Open to everyone, not just Hospice families. Beginning Tuesday, June 20 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., the group will meet weekly at the hospice office in Mulberry Commons, 1200 Sunset Lane, Suite 2320 in Culpeper. Call Pat Gibson at 825-4840 to register or for more information. Amissville seeking contestants The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company is now seeking contestants for Queen, ages 14-20; Jr. Miss, ages 8-13; Little Miss, ages 3-7 and Little Mister, ages 3-7. For more information contact Sandi Carter at 937-4218. The carnival will be held June 28-July 1. Artists ’ host Middle Street show Beads-Fiber-Clay by the Helen Banes Group enlivens the Middle Street Gallery for a celebration now through June 30. Nineteen artists comprise the Helen Banes Group, mentored by author and fiber artist Helen Banes. For almost two dftedes they have explored ancient and exotic cultures. Experimtmting with contemporary media and techniques these artists have created art jewelry, wearables and wall art in celebration of their diversity. Middle Street Gallery is located next to The Inn in Washington with gallery hours from Friday until Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tennis anyone? Anyone interested in participating in regular tennis playing groups or on an individual basis is welcome to contact Hunt Harris via e-mailing hunt@mnsinc.com or calling 987-3366. An attempt will be made to get a list together according to levels of play and experience as well as preferred time of availability Email, phone and fax #’s are recommended. Mr. Harris will also be offering group and individual instruction throughout the summer according to interest so dates and times of preference would be good to include. Nursing applications accepted Applications for the one-year Practical Nursing and two-year Registered Nursing programs at Lord Fairfax Community College will be accepted now through July 1. The testing, which is a part of the application process, will be held Thursday, June 15 at 4 p.m. at the Dowell J. Howard Center in Winchester. Students attending either the Fauquier Campus or the Middletown Campus may test at this location. Call 540-722-3458 to schedule a testing time or to receive additional information about this program offering. Democrats to meet, “clean up ” set The Outreach and the Issues sub-committees of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will meet on Monday, June 26 at The Theatre. The Outreach Committee will meet at 7 p.m. toO finalize plans for thp Amissville parade and the Fourth of July booth and parade. The full Issues Committee will meet at 7:30 to review resolutions from the Environmental sub committee and prepare for the July RCDC meeting. All able-bodied Democrats are encouraged to join the fun at Massies Corner at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 1, for the Adopt-AHighway clean up. For more information contact Meredith Gorfein at 675-3515 or gorfein@citizen.infi.net.

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Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising tor real estate which is in violation of the law All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis._ After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup The Times Newspapers are not liable for the lii fcsaBi && j Secluded 3 6R 2BA on low traffic rd. near Washington VA. Modern kit cable TV, cent, heat/ac. deck, No dogs, Avail 7/1 $1195 Firm. Ref. req. 1 mo. deposit. 540-368-1338 MATURE PROFESSIONAL COUPLE with 3 older children seeks a 3-4 bedroom home to lease for 1 year. Need by June 30, preferably sooner in the Warrenton, VA or surrounding area. Days 540-3474222 ask for Anita, eves 540-341-3608, 100 For Sal* By Owner BRICK RAMBLER. 3 BR. 3 full BA, detached 2 car garage, Ig. deck 2.5 ac, must see. $215,000. 540-788-1354 3BR HOUSE ON V4 ac +, garage, ele heat, deck, needs some work, Page Co. $62,500. 540778-5323 229.3 Ac. Zoned CR-1, 3 Vi m. W DulleS. Rt. 50 Corridor. Fronts Rt 600 & Rt. 705. $4,700,000. 540-364-3562. SCENIC 48.3 ac prime farmland, w/2 frame houses. 22 mi W of Warrenton via Rt.211 & 522 @ 463 Dearing Rd. Flint Hill. $600K Call 540-635-5233. E-mail: www.rnichlsn @ rma.edu Pictures upon request V_Z GROCERY STORE/deli & 2 apts. in Front Royal. 1 ac busy location $184,000. Call Sherri Day 703-368-1933 -\ Commercial Rentals V___^ OFFICES FOR LEASEGainesville Area, Vint Hill 900-8900 SF Freestanding. $7 50/SF plus utilities 888-448-4332 www.vinthill.com 180 FORD TRACTOR, 53 Jubilee, bushhog and blade, almost new engine. 703-361-5413 mma Furniture/ Appliances \___/ REFRIG. 18' EC $150. Full size bed EC $100. ChannelMaster Automatic TV antenna system complete EC make otter. Office desk, ergonomic chair, 6 conf table $60 ea. 540-6752352 AMISSVILLE, 6/23-6/25 6:30 am Brand name baby clothes & items, comp/printer, ret. BEANIES incl. bears 10 ml. down 211, L on 639 FLINT HILL, across from Flint Hill Store at “The Brady House". Saturday, June 24th, 8 AM, cancelled if raining. HUGE YARD SALE- July 4, downtown Washington VA. Warren Ave, 150 yrs of accum, incredible array of merchandise, 9 am - unitl? Absolutely no early birds. Not responsible for accidents. ONLY 40 SITES AVAIL ! Catlett, Calverton, CAsanova Ruritans Flea Market & BBQ. 6/24, 8-3. Rt 28 at IGA, Catlett. Call Art for reservations 540-788-4056 or Paul 540-349-3993. w*yStr*w* y_§ HAY - FILL up your barn, horse quality hay at a discount, delivered from field. Pasture board for horses 540-937-5160 248 Lawn ft Garden ft DAYLILIKSft Are row limning at Country Flower (tank’ll OPEN SaL 6/24 • 9-2 Sun. 6/25 • 12-4 bv appL /weekday Take 211 W to Rt 229, towards Culpeper, take right at Rxeyvie on Rt 640, stay straight on 627 (total 5.9 mi.). Turn ri^it on River Garden Ln., 1 mi. to garden. Or by appt call 540-937-3080. www.cfg6296.com JOHN DEERE F-525 60 front - mount mower w/extra blades. Asking $2,750. 540-349-9554 KUBOTA L-2900 w / loader, 60" mower, 60" bushhog, 48" tiller. 60” rear blade. 72" landscape rake. Exc. cond. 360 hrs $14,500. (540)349-9554 BUILD TO ORDER computer systems. Intel Pentium Processors (all brand mane components w/ mid tower cages, keyboards, monitors & mice) Warranty included, installation and maintenance available 540-7207621 or 703-967-1248 Easy to read fax forms w/ lost to choose from. r 1 273 »••** s.y REG. AKC GERMAN Shepherd pups, M&F avail , Black & tan, born 4-26-00 Wormed & 1 st shots $350 540 3499559 f s 294 Olvaaways V) BARN HOMES NEEDED for shy unadoptable cats, all medical prov , spayed/neut 703-2950678 FREE, BASKETBALL pole & hoop Some rust. You take down and haul away. Jeanne, 540-347-4222 or after 5,540-347-1970. FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-453-2079 FREE SLAB WOOD long length 540-543-2079 FREE TO LOVING home, black lab neutered male, 7YR and Chocolate lab, spayed female. 6YR Must go together. Great with kids 540347-9492 KITTENS, FREE to good home Black & black & white 540-937-7945 ABLE TO HELP you and your baby. Loving married couple wishes to adopt newborn. Call Lynn and Matt collect: 703-934-8374. ADOPTION: LOVING couple wishes to adopt [ infant. Willing to pay medical/legal expenses. | Call Gary/ Ronni Lynn 1-888-329-2762. V_J ABC LICENSE Caroline Michael Osborne and John Osborne trading as Farfely Vineyard, LLC, 13058 Crest Hill Road, Flint Hill, Rappahannock Co., Virginia 22627 is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Wine and Beer On and Off Premises license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Caroline Michael Osborne Managing Member 6-21, 6-28-00 #320690 V I, Robert B. (Bobby) Brown am not responsible for any debts, other than my own, as of June 21, 2000. 6-21-00 #320525 -- 605 Automobile* \_S CHEVY CAVALIER 1998, 43k miles, ac, 5 sp. green, great cond., in & out $8000, 540825-3599 CHEVY CAVALIER 1998, 48.000 miles, like new. $8,700 OBO. 540937-7449 — 610 v_ JEEP WRANGLER 1995, 4 cyl, hard, soft & bikini top, lifted, oversized tires, custom equip $8,500 540-439-8602 SEA RAY, '99 185 BR. 190 HP, Merc IB only used 6 hrs., canvas, P.S., depth finder, radio, heavy dty, trailer. $16,950. 540-439-2529 640 Motorcycle* V__) HARLEY DAVIDSON, 1975 FXE Superglide. S. & S card, performance machine brakes & controls, Python II, Andrews B-grind cam, stage III ported/polished heads, forged pistons, stainless valves, ele. ign., polished motor/tranny cases, stainless spokes, wrap around oil tank, new sealed battery, custom pant, extra chrome, & more, 4K since complete & tot^l rebuild Strong & reliable. MSTA. $10,750. 540-364-2929 s/ WANTED: REAR Bumper for 1985-86 Subaru, 4 dr, sedan with 4 wd. 540-3474997 after 6 PM 675 ■ ■ ■. Truck* I 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 $7000 OBO 540-222-0664 Iv msg. J •LYMOUTH GRAND VOYGER SE, 1994, V6, new tires/brakes, loaded, well maint, 1 own., must sell, $7000. 540-341-3406 545 Bartender 7he Ashby Inn Full Time Experence/ competence Top pay/ benefits. Send resume: 540-592-3781 email: celebrate @.'i shbyinn.com BUS/ VAN DRIVERS For private day school. Van route from Strasburg to Front Royal and bus route from Flint Hill to Luray starting end of August. CDL license (for bus) and copy of driving record required. (540) 635-8555 CONSTRUCTION CARPENTERS/ HANDYMAN TECHNICIAN & PAINTERS "Share our vision. ” • We’re a dynamic, fast growing remodeling co. with capable leadership, poised for unparalleled success. • We’re looking to add personnel to be part of a winning team that will be highly recognized in it's industry. • TOP WAGES & EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE! 540-364-6224 DELIVERY PIZZA MAKER • Evenings 4-10PM Must be friendly & clean cut Apply in person Joe’s Pizza 385 W. Shirley Ave. • Warrenton 540-347-0022 ELECTRICIANS & HELPERS Residential TOP PAY AND BENEFITS Sundance Electric Contractors, Inc. (540) 349-8200 Farmer must be able to bale hay, maintain & repair farm equip, attend livestock. Housing provided. 540-743-6994 Glass Technicians Royal Glass Co. has immediate openings in Fairfax/Merrifield for glass technicians, New air conditioned vehicle, sign on bonus, health and 401k benefits, top pay. - Call Mr. Linzau at 301-499-4653 or Fax 301-808-0607 LPN, CNA OR MEDICAL ASSTISTANT Busy pediatric practice seeks full time LPN, CNA or Medical Assistant. RECPTIONIST positions also available. Also seeking TEACHERS, LEAD TEACHERS AND VAN DRIVER for child care center. Van driver must be 21 years of age with good driving record. Please fax resume to: 540-349-3231 or mall to: 52 West Shirley Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186 MECHANIC Trucks, trailers and farm equipment. Experience necessary. Housing can be supplied plus salary, health insurance, 401K, and vacation. Call 703-754-8873 between 8 and 5. NURSINGI RNs, LPNs, CNAs WANTED - Up to $500 Sign-On Bonus! Up to $38/hour to start. Same day pay. Frontier Nursing, LC. 1-877-634-6406 tol free SALES outside personfor full service agriculture dealership, uniform, insurance. Apply in person: Smith & Sons Equipment 540-347-1991 SERVER Ashby Inn Part Time. Top pay/ benefits. Send resume: 540-592-3781 email: celebrate ®ashbyinn.com TEACHER/ ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Dedicated individual needed for prep school English and AD duties for private day school. Combination of qualifications and experience considered. Positions also open for a pre-school teacher and lower school French instructor. SIMM* Community Newspapers I NORTHERN VtROINIA Resumes to: Teacher Search P.0. Box 739 Flint Hill, VA 22627 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 —— _ NORTHERN VtROINIA Looking for a great CAREER OPPORTUNITY... Come join our winning team... Ferguson Enterprises, a leader in wholesale distribution to the construction industry, has immediate openings at our Front Royal location. We are currently looking for bright career minded individuals for the 2nd shift. We have availability In the following positions: e Order Pullers • Loaders e Material Handlers Ferguson otters a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a great working environment! Please apply In parson at: FERGUSON ENTERPRISES 620 Fairground Road Front Royal, VA 22630 AUTO Runner/Lot Porter Koons of Manassas needs full-time reliable person for various runner/ lot duties. Must have good attitude and willingness to do multiple tasks. Good wages and benefits for the right person. Driving record req’d at time of application. Vehicle provided during work hours. We do drug and background testing. For consideration please fill out application at 7105 Sudley Rd. Manassas. If you have questions contact Kae at 366-1055. Koons of Manassas is an equal opportunity employer. s=s=s=s====si When You Sold Your Real Estate, Did You Carry The Note Yourself? Wouldn't you like to have the money NOW? Call us for a free quote and your cash!!! 1-888-551-6683 HBBBBBSBI THE INN ATimUE WASHINGTON * Reservations * Housekeeping/Laundry ‘Dishwasher ‘Skilled Maintenance HVAC, electrical, plumbing, paint/wallpaper/tile ‘Human Resources Assistant PT clerical includes phones, filing, handhpg of confidential information * Groundskeeper Seasonal position in grounds maintenance, must operate riding mower $100 Bonus Upon Hire $100 Bonus after Six Months Full-Time, Part Time Available Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation and more. Call Anne today @ 540-675-3800 ext. 46 The Inn at little Washington Middle & Main Sts. Washington, VA 22747 The Rappahannock County Department of Social Services has an opening for a Social Worker. Must meet the following requirements: Have knowledge of social work principles and practices; knowledge of social, economic, and health problems that face individuals; ability to exchange information orally; ability to make and implement case decisions; ability to assess strengths and needs; ability to respond to clients' emotions; ability to plar and manage work, with supervision, own work activities; ability to write; and ability to interpret laws, policies and regulations.' Social requirements: Must possess a minimum of baccalaureate degree in Humai services field or a baccalaureate degree ii any field plus two years of related experience. You must submit a completed Commonwealth of Virginia appllcatioi form. These may be obtained from Stati and local offices of the Department of Social Services, Virginia Employmen Commission or on the website a Application must be received at the Rap pahannock Department of Social Service: by noon on Friday, June 30, 2000. Salary range: $23,895-$36,653 P.O. Box 87 Washington, Virginia 22747 An Equal Opportunity/AHIrmrtlw Action EmpToyi

WHY COMMUTE? Part-time HUMAN RESOURCE Opportunity Local medical office looking for enthusiastic HR person to hire, counsel staff, do performance evaluations and administer benefits. Must have degree and direct supervisory experience. 20-25 hours per week. Benefits. Send resume to: Fauquier Medical Associates, PLC Attention: Dr. Diane King 6200 Station Drive Bealeton, VA 22712 or Fax: 540-439-8797 MANUFACTURING FMPmviv^HT OPPORTONITIF.fi Rapidly growing wire and cable - manufacturer is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions: • Extruder Operator (up to $17.85) • Machine Operators (up to $10.74) • Electricians (up to $19.79) • Process Engneer - Bachelor’s Degree Required Benefits Include: • Matching 401K plan • Stock purchase program • Paid vacations & holidays • Medical & Dental Insurance Please apply in person or forward resume to: The Rochester Corporation Human Resources 751 Old Brandy Road Culpeper, VA 22701 EOE/MF Employer Cl! Quarles Fnoi rjy Sei vk (*<■'. PROPANE TECHNICIAN We are seeking an experienced Propane Technician to lead our Service & Installation team in the Warrenton area. This is a great opportunity for you to cash in on your experience. We offer our premium pay and a terrific benefit package, including 401K & Profit Sharing, Dental Insurance and Immediate Medical Coverage tuition reimbursement, uniforms and paid leave. Send resume to Quarles Energy Services, Attn: PRTech 9683 - A James Madison Hwy Warrenton, VA 20187 or stop In to complete an application Automotive MERCHANT’S TIRE & AUTO CENTERS We have the beat career opportunities in the business/ VA Locations ' AUTO TECHNICIANS • Excellent Earnings Potential • Very Busy Shops • Experience Required . • 5 Day Work Week • • Up to $1,000 Sign on Bonus TIRE 8i LUBE APPRENTICES • Experience Preferred • Will Train Right Applicants • HS Auto Students Welcome • Auto Tech Students Welcome • Train to be an ASE Tech! SALES 8l MANAGEMENT • Excellent Earnings • Advancement Opportunities • Recent Grads Welcome • Career Changers & Retirees Welcome • Train for a Career In Business Management! Excellent Benefits/40IK/Paid Vacations & More! Or at your local Merchant's 1-800-368 7783. ext. 5314 EOE/Drug Free Workplace www.merchantstire.com BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for ' Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Monday, July 3, 2000 at 7:00 PM in the • Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to > consider the following application: ZA/SE #00-05-02 Hearthstone School, contract purchasers of 7 1043 acres on Rt. 211 in Sperryville (portion | of Tax Map 37, Parcel 9B, Piedmont District, zoned “HC”-Highway Commercial), desires a zoning text amendment to Chapter 170, Article 36B to allow schools within a house or building to be allowed on properties zoned “HC"-Highway Commercial, by Special Exception. Upon approval of the zoning text amendment, Hearthstone School desires a Special Exception permit for a school (Grades Nursery-12) within the existing building on the property, with an enrollment capacity of 200 children. Until full capacity is reached, however, the applicant would like to rent out office space on the lower level while the school occupies the upper level. The applicant also plans to operate the gas pumps and a small retail store. Amendment allowed under Section 17M 34 of the Rappahannock County Code. Special Exception allowed under Section 170-36B; additional standards in Section 170-63B, C & D. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 PM. Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, June 21, 2000 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse tor such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 8-7, 6-14,6-21-00 #318753 HVAC McCrea Equip. Co. is currently seeking qualified people to fill the following positions at our Gainesville office: • PIECEWORKERS • HELD FOREMAN • SERVICE TECHNICIANS We offer: • competitive pay • training program • uniforms • health/ dental insurance • 401K profit sharing • paid vacation & holidays Interested canddates should call 540-341-8812 for more info or fax resumes to 540-341-8818 S3000 signing bonus to qualified personnel. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY THE POTOMAC EDISON COMPANY, d/b/a ALLEGHENY POWER, FOR.APPROVAL OF A PLAN FOR FUNCTIONAL SEPARATION OF ITS GENERATION FACILITIES, UNDER THE VIRGINIA ELECTRIC UTILITY RESTRUCTURING ACT, AND CONSEQUENT RATE ADJUSTMENT DUE TO FUEL EXPENSE REDETERMINATION AND ELIMINATION OF SEPARATE RECOVERY OF FUEL COST EXPENSE CASE NO- PUEQ002W On May 25, 2000, The Potomac Edison Company, d/b/a Allegheny Power (“AP or “Company”), filed an application, pursuant to §§ 56-77, 56-90, 56-88.1 (to the extent this provision is applicable), and 56-590 B of the Code of Virginia, for approval of a plan (the “Plan’) for the functional separation of most of its generating assets, as required by the Virginia Electric Utility Restructuring Act (the “Act”). To accommodate retail choice of electricity generation supply in Virginia, AP proposes to separate its generation facilities from its transmission and distribution facilities, by transferring most of its generating assets, certain utility securities and contractual entitlements to generation to an affiliate called “GENCO.” This entity would operate the generation facilities and AP would continue to own the transmission and distribution plant in Virginia and proposes to read meters and bill customers as an energy delivery company. AP’s Plan includes the imminent transfer of its interests n virtually all of its generating facilities, and the transfer of its shares of Allegheny Generating Company, which own a 40% interest in the Bath County Pump Storage Project in Bath County, Virginia, to GENCO. The Company proposes to make these transfers effective July 1, 2000, at book value. Coincident with these transactions, AP would assign to GENCO its rights and responsibilities in the operating agreements for the generating facilities it owns in common with its other affiliates, Monongahela Power and West Penn Power. The Company will retain, for now, ownership in certain small hydroelectric facilities in Virginia. AP further proposes to transfer to GENCO its rights and responsibilities in an Inter-Company Power Agreement with the Ohio Valley Electric Cooperative (“OVEC”). Under this Agreement, AP makes certain sales of power to, and purchases of power from, OVEC. As the final part of the Plan, AP would assign to GENCO its rights and interests in certain incidental interconnection, access and easement agreements necessary for GENCO's operation of the generating plants. As part of its application, AP has filed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) negotiated with the Staff of the State Corporation Commission (“Staff). In the MOU, the Company has made certain representations and undertakings for purpose of compliance with the requirements of the Act. The Company proposes to reduce its base rates to its Virginia customers by $1 million, effective July 1, 2000, and thereafter not to file for a base rate application, as otherwise permitted by the Act, prior to January 1, 2001. The effect of this undertaking is to freeze the Company’s base rates through the period in which it provides default service in its Virginia service territory. Concurrent with the base rate reduction, the Company proposes to eliminate separate recovery of fuel expenses through the fuel factor, and to recover fuel costs at the level of 1.181 cents/kWh, in its base rates. This represents an increase from the Company’s currently effective interim fuel factor of 1.013 cents/kWh. Further, the Company will forego any rate increases associated with fuel costs that would otherwise be permitted under the Act during the rate cap period established by the Act. Additionally, the Company will neither collect any prior under-recovery of fuel costs or refund any prior over-collection of such costs. The result of the elimination of the separate fuel cost recovery mechanism and the re-calculation of the amount of expense to be included in base rates at a level of 1.181 cents/kWh will increase the Company’s regulated operating revenues by approximately $4.2 million on an annual basis before consideration of the $1 million base rate reduction. A residential customer using 1000 kWh of electricity per month will see a monthly increase in his bill of $1.68 without the base rate reduction. Pursuant to § 56-249.6 of the Code of Virginia, the Commission has scheduled a public hearing to commence at 10:30 a.m. on July 20, 2000, in the Commission’s courtroom, second floor, Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia, to receive evidence related to the issue of the Company's fuel factor. A copy of AP’s application is available for public inspection during regular business hours (8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p m.) in the Commission’s Document Control Center located on the first floor of the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia, and may be obtained, by written request directed to AP’s counsel, Philip J. Bray, Esquire, Allegheny Power, 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740-1766. Any interested person wishing to comment on the application or request a hearing on issues other than the fuel factor application shall file an original and twenty (20) copies of such comment or request on or before June 30, 2000, with the Clerk of the Commission, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218, making reference to Case No. PUE000280, and serving a copy of such comment or request on AP's counsel. Comments should state the person’s interest in the proceeding, and state whether the person has any objection to the Commission giving expedited consideration to the proposed Phase I transfers. Requests for hearing on issues other than the fuel factor should indicate the precise aspect of the Application upon which hearing is sought and the evidence the person expects to introduce at any such hearing. On or before June 27, 2000, any person desiring to participate as a Protestant on fuel factor issues, as defined in SCC Rule 4:6, shall file with the Clerk, Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218, an original and twenty (20) copies of a Notice of Protest as provided in SCC Rule 5:16(a) and serve a copy on the Company. On or before June 30, 2000, each Protestant in the fuel factor hearing shall file an original and twenty (20) copies of a protest (SCC Rule 5:16 (b)) and of the prepared testimony and exhibits Protestant intends to present at the hearing, and sen/e two (2) copies of each on the Company and all other Protestants. On or before July 10, 2000, the Commission's Staff shall investigate the reasonableness of AP's application including the proposed fuel factor and file either a report or testimony with the Clerk, sending a copy to the Company and each Protestant. On or before July 17, 2000, the Company and interested persons may file with the Commission an original and twenty (20) copies of comments on the Staff report on issues other than the fuel factor, and the Company may file rebuttal on fuel factor issues: additional rebuttal evidence may be presented at the hearing by the Company without prefiling, provided it is in response to evidence which was not prefiled but elicited at the hearing and provided further, that the need for additional rebuttal is timely addressed by motion at hearing and leave is granted by the Commission. A copy of the prefiled rebuttal evidence shall be sent to all Protestants by AP. 6-21-00 THE POTOMAC EDISON COMPANY D/B/A ALLEGHENY POWER #320588 Obituaries Virginia Jackson Madison resident Virginia Jackson, 78, of Madison died Friday, June 2 at University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. Unitizing \[ytTOlUjtlts. by Randy Minter THE SURVIVORS’ AFFAIR “A man’s dying is more the survivors’ affair than his own.” With those words, writer Thomas Mann summed up an essential facet of the grieving process. That is, the deceased’s work is done, and now it is the work of the survivors to come to terms with his or her death. It is important for friends and family of the departed to realize that their tears have no bearing on those who are no longer able to see them. We who remain behind shed tears, instead, out of our own sorrow and loss. As our tears help us to face our loss, they may be replaced with the clear vision of acceptance. We understand how hard it is to lose a loved one which is why we offer you as much support with the details as we can. At the Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. we consider ourselves to be a strong part of this community, in part, because we are privileged to share in the lives of so many who have come to trust our services. Call 540-347-3431, and we’re happy to lend a hand. We are the oldest business in Fauquier County. “Though lovers be lost love shall not, And death shall have no dominion. ” -Dylan Thomas Survivors include three sons, Bobby Jackson of Washington, D.C., Raleigh Jackson of Trevilians and Roland Jackson of Ruckersville and nine daughters, Delores Jones of San Francisco, Calif., Bernice Brown of Jeffersonton, Joann McCarr of Richmond, Frances Roy of Washington, Rosa Lee and Vera Jackson, both of Washington,D.C., Barbara Jackson of Hyattsville, Md. and Sharlene Pollard and Marion Jackson; both of Madison. Also surviving are 31 grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren; two greatgreat-grandchildren; two brothers, John Jackson and William Jackson and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was predeceased by two sons, Jimmy Jackson and Billy Jackson; a daughter, Sara Conway; a sister, Marie Bradford; two . brothers, Hubert Jackson and Jacey Jackson and three granddaughters. Funeral services were conducted at Antioch Baptist Church by Elder Caroll Newman. Interment was in Second Robinson Baptist Church Cemetery in Madison. 3ennie Pullen Trucking employee Bennie Franklin Pullen, 68, of Goldvein died on Sunday, June 18 at Culpeper Regional Hospital. He was bom on Jan. 31, 1932 in Virginia, a son of the late Thomas and Bertha Pullen. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He retired after 31 years of service with Wilson Trucking Company. Survivors include his wife, E. Jean Pullen of Goldvien; four sons, Wayne Pullen of Washington, David Pullen of Chantilly,. Richard Pullen of Culpeper and Daniel Pullen of Lignum; one daughter, Linda Pullen of Woodbridge; one sister, Martha Garrison of Amissville; three brothers, James Pullen of Amissville, William Pullen of Colorado and Wilbur Pullen of Manassas; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by two sisters, Loni Dowell and Virginia Pullen and seven brothers, Charlie Pullen, Johnny Pullen, Lewis Pullen, Presley Pullen, Russell Pullen, Thomas Pullen and Wade Pullen. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, June 21 at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton with the Rev. Charles Webb officiating. Interment was in Amissville United Methodist Church Cemetery. SI BSCRIBE TO THE RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Call 675-3338. w Cion. -Eimiish • r U N C RAi HOM E ■ "The Home of Thoughtful Service" 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 Wayne English, General Manager (iiilcs iipcn at t:()() 'I iK'sday July 1111 ROARING J’ ’. _| AT GREAT MEADOW The Plains Featuring!!! TICKET OUTLETS WARRENTON Blockbuster Video 251 West Lee Highway 540-349*9132 Fauqm»w Timofe*4)tmocmt 39 Culpeper Street 540*347-4222 Tire Hampton Inn 501 BlackweB Road 540-349-4200 REMAX Regency 87 W. Lee Hwy.. 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This weekend at the Blue Moon in Sperryville The Larry Keel Experience The Larry Keel Experience is an acoustic ensemble headed by flatpicking guitar champion Larry Keel on flattop guitar and he will be performing at Blue Moon Cafe this Saturday evening. Filling out the unit are Jenny Keel on electric or upright bass, Jason Krekel on mandolin, and frequent guest appearances by grammy award winning dobroist and acoustic guitar pioneer Curtis Burch and multi instrumentalist Billy Constable of Hypnotic Clambake and The Doug Dillard Band. Keel and his band play what they call “Alternative Bluegrass;” while maintaining the deepest respect for the discipline of traditional Bluegrass music (this band can and does, in every show, put out some of the finest authentic Bluegrass on the scene today), these musicians naturally integrate into their repertoire most forms of roots music and compose original music that reflects the depth of their musical journeys. Larry Keel himself is a composer of this self styled form of original roots music and his songwriting and performances have gained him Larry Keel Experience the respect of his mentors and audiences nationwide. His three Larry Keel Experience CD projects to date (“Miles & Miles,” “The Sound, and “the Larry Keel Experience”) capture this young visionary’s pure approach to creating and producing music that offers a true alternative to today’s commercial sound. Keel has been performing professionally since the age of 18 when he became a contracted musician for Disneyland, Tokyo, Japan, playing seven shows a day, six days a week for seven months. Since then he has created, managed and produced many popular bands, joining forces with like minded young Bluegrass fanatics such as Mark Vann (Leftover Salmon) and Danny Knicely (Magraw Gap). Currently he has teamed up with Jason Krekel (Snake Oil Medicine Show) and Will Lee (Magraw Gap) whose purist roots stem from his father Ricky’s career with Bluegrass legend, Ralph Stanley. Leigh Hilger A new voice has emerged from the rich music community of Asheville, N.C. and will be appearing at the Blue Moon Cafe on Friday, June 23 at 9 p.m. With her cello like voice and intricate guitar playing, Leigh Hilger has been leav ing western North Carolina audiences wanting to hear more. Her musical influences, ranging from classical music to bluegrass, add a refreshing twist to her original folk music. Hilger’s youth was spent growing up on a family farm, but spent her college years studying voice and dance at the Florida School of the Arts and UNC-Greensboro. Though she changed paths and finished with a masters degree in Health Education it was inevitable that Hilger would return to the stage. In 1993 Hilger moved to Austin, Texas to hone her skills then settled in the western North Carolina mountains where she quickly developed a steady following. Currently, she spends her time touring the eastern United States with growing popularity. She has appeared with: Sara Hickman, Eddie from Ohio, Tbm Prasado Rao, The Freight Hoppers, among others. After just two short yaars as a solo artist, Hilger has been receiving the type of press typically reserved for veteran artists. Her debut CD “Casting Shadows” (ISG Records, 1999) produced with Chriss Rosser, rose to number 16 on the Folk DJ chart. Mark your calendars and plan to go to Blue Moon on Friday, June 23 to hear Leigh Hilger. Benson couple loves Washington Jeffrey and Veronika Benson of 480 Gay Street, who moved here this past November, would like to thank the residents of Washington for making them feel welcome and blessed to be a part of this wonderful community. We extend best wishes to the Benson couple and wish them every success. Congratulations to Grace Bailey upon her graduation from Army Boot Camp in Fort Jackson, S.C. She is now stationed in Georgia. She is the daughter of Mrs. Mary Bailey Smoot of Washington and Steve Bailey of Strasburg. Happy birthday to our daughter, Sarah Brown who will celebrate another year on Saturday, June 24. Guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clark of Manassas and Mrs. Brenda McDonald of Haymarket. Mrs. Lillian Ford of Front Royal was a Sunday afternoon visitor of Mrs. Addie Keyser and her family. The youth of the Washington Baptist Church will be selling food, drinks and dessert in the new Fellowship Hall on July 4. Proceeds will go toward helping to send the Flint Hill residents entertain Mr. and Mrs. Tom Scott of Ames, Iowa and Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Gentry and Girls, Maggie and Molly of Nokesville were Sunday visitors of Mrs. Barbara Gentry. Jack and Mary Curtis spent Father’s Day with their son, Jim Curtis at Linden. Joanne Welch who has pneumonia is recuperating at home. We wish her a speedy recovery. Ken and Cathy Cieslak and family of Ruther Glen spent Father’s Day with the latter’s parents, Ernie and Thelma Crane. Christina Howard of Castleton spent the weekend with Nikki Calisto. On Saturday they attended a yawho at Child Care Learning Center. The Flint Hill , United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. Elizabeth Welch was among those attending an after school private pool party at the 4-H Center on Friday. The party was sponsored by Mrs. Debbie Floumey. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service on the second, fourth and fifth Sundays at 11 a.m. Washington youth on a mission trip to Richmond on July 30. Happy birthday to Gretchen Long who will have her day on Sunday, June 25. Guests of Sarah Brown and daughters, Amanda and Bobbie Jo for a cookout on Sunday evening were Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Beatty and son Robbie of Front Royal, Curtiss Payne of Hume, Kenny Miller and son Greg of Stafford and Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. The Deacons of the Washington Baptist Church will meet on Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m. Our condolences to Harvey Smoot and family on the passing of his son, Harvey T. Smoot in Delaware last week. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz returned home on Monday after spending two and a half weeks visiting with relatives in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and Denver, Colo. Come July 4, the Washington Baptist Church will sponsor another Grandma’s Attic yard sale. Donations are needed, with all proceeds going toward the building fund. If you have items to donate please leave them at the church or call 675-3608. Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION * J I’widing Affordable, Ouality Legal Sendees Sinee !l>75 Since 1927 ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY > Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. The Chimneys is located in scenic Madison County in Criglersville. The home (cl830) sits prominently on a knoll to take advantage of pastoral and Old Rag Mt. views. The 4,000 sq. ft. home offers 5 large BRs, 4.5 BAs on 3 levels. The original sections boast old pine floors, 10 ft. ceilings and wainscoating. The farm encompasses 199 acres with a nice balance of cropable bottomland, rolling pasture, a mixed hardwood forest and a complement of outbuildings. $795,000 Rappahannock County - Prime location for this 25-acre wooded tract located just north of the village of Hint Hill. Several elevated building sites, old stonewalls in need of attention, spring, road frontage and protective covenants. $145,000 * Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 _ W Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 LH. Auction/Auction 2 Homes, Store & Antiques of Vivian & Ralph Caton Vernon & Josie Knight Estates Time: Saturday June 24th, 2000 • 10:00 a.m. Due to the demise of the Catons & the Knights the following will be sold to settle the estates! Buy at your price! Directions: From Luray, VA, go south approx. 7 miles on Rt. 340, turn left at Hawkshill Diner (Rt. 624), turn left on Kite Hollow Road and go to end. Watch for signs! Cheap! - Blue Ridge Mts., Spring, Joins Nat’l Park! - Cheap! All this nostalgia comes with the above rustic homes & store on approx. 1 acre each with spring water & park boundary on one. These old timers need restoring! Personal Prop. & Antiques: Curved candy showcase; Standard counter scales; Coke racks; Benches; Lance glass displays; Paper items. Terms: Deposit of $3000 day of sale per contract, balance due within 45 days. All announcements from the auction block will take precedence over any previously printed materials or other oral statements made. Rain Date: Sunday June 25th at 2 p.m. THE REAL ESTATE AUCTION SPECIALISTS & MARKETERS Century 21 Professional Auction & Realty 540-743-2121 Don P. Smeltzer CAI. AARE, Lie. #045. Rcxldie Baldwin CAI, AARE, Lie. #681. 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. Andrew G. Spiess and wife to Harry A. Sager and wife, 34.0437 acres, Wakefield District. $437,000. Outback Inc. and others to Troy J. Boyce and wife, 13.3485 acres. $103,000. Shirley A. Reid and others to Shirley A. Rei<J, section B, Aaron Mountain Estates, lot 8, 5.207 acres. Deed of gift. Otis W. Jordan and wife to Mary J. Howard, Trustee, 16 acres, Jackson District. Deed of gift. lew Design & Construction Management annock Etchells r House For Sale Residential/Commercial in village of Sperryville, 8 versatile rooms, many extras, 2.5 baths, totally renovated, highway access. Appointment only 540-987-8355 Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Oventop Lane access for this 5 acres of rolling hills, good building sites, small pond, septic approved. $48,000 (Two adjacent fiacre parcels available.) Sperryville - Neat and cozy, 3 bedroom vinyl siding home, full bath, large living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, well landscaped 0.39 acre lot. $99,500 James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8236 sperryvillerlty@aol.com Bud Corder * John Eubank 540-675-3291 ^ 540-987-8146 ■t TOLL GATE FARM Charming and unique home on 29 acres. Actually two log cabins (IHth & 19th century) on their original sites, now connected by a well thought out addition. Pond, spring house, large separate garage with work shop, two early storage bams and a pool! Beautiful and convenient liK-ation. $385,000 EARLY FARM HOUSE Tastefully renovated 4 BR home set on a knoll with spectacular views; outskirts of a small village near the Shenandoah National Park. Entertaining rooms include living worn, dining room with French doors to family mom. two “sitting ” porches and kitchen with breakfast nook Useful sheds. $220,000 BRICK HOME WITH GUEST HOUSE Set high on a hill with 12 acres & superb views. Living room with fireplace is accented by a bow window to capture the views, oversized family room for entertaining <6 country sized kitchen/dining room. 3 BRs plus basement for recreation. BRs or storage. Bargain priced at $269,900. —Z3SL.J COUNTRY HOME with apartment and pool. Great views from the deck and patio of this large htrne in a choice Rap/>ahannoik location. 4 BRs up plus a walk-out in-law apartment. Lots of possibilities here for large family, home business or whathave-you. /0 ac res of rolling land with springfed stream provide total privacy. __ $319,000 ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY One hour west of the Beltway "on the morning side of the Blue Ridge” Real Estate III I mail ir.yon-nsdtuk.iift 540-675 1573 ta Mtuu \. 340 6“5 . \im M« •.UK 1 imlu i 540 OH7 ,X06,S Rh k ki tiller 540 04“ 6146