Rappahannock News, September 20, 2000

123rd Year... No. 38 Phone (540) 675-3338 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20,2000 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Sprint applications available for public To better facilitate public review of the information, two copies of the Sprint PCS applications are now available for inspection at the Rappahannock County Library. The applications include all material submitted by Sprint PCS, and will be supplemented with £uch additional material as Sprint may provide in the future, shortly after its receipt by the County. While a copy of the application is still available at the County Administration Office, interested persons may find the library setting more conducive to a careful study of the material, PEC to sponsor discussion on clear cutting and forest management The Rappahannock Office of Piedmont Environmental Council will sponsor a discussion on clear cutting and forest management on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock Library. The discussion will feature guest speakers from the Forestry Department and Virginia Forest Watch. All are welcome. For more information call Rappahannock PEC office at 987-9441. Hunter safety course offered A hunter safety course will be i offered at Amissville fire hall on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to " 1 p.m. and on Sunday, Oct. 1 from 1 to 6 p.m. Pre-registration j is required. For additional information call Jim Bankston at 937-5192. I Representative to visit Washington . Mrs. Donna Crowley, a representative of Congressman Frank Wolf, will visit the town of Washington on Thursday, Sept. 21. Mrs. Crowley will be available to talk with constituents who need assistance or have problems of a Federal nature, such as with the Social Security Administration, ♦Department of Labor, Immigration and Naturalization Service, Internal Revenue Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, etc. Mrs. Crowley will be at the Rappahannock County Extension Office from 2 to 3 p.m. Constituents who want to make direct contact with the Winchester office may call Mrs. Crowley at 540-667-0990 or visit the office at 110 North Cameron Street. Happenings • Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 7;30 p.m. the Rappahannock County Planning commission will meet at the courthouse. New business agenda item: Wiese Adaptive Reuse (old Viewtown Store). Old business includes: Proposed amendments; Sprint/PCS applications discussion and Lighting Subcommittee progress report. • Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at the courthouse. Old business: Putnam shop building. New business: Discussion of new Ex Parte Contact rule. 611 03700 I' 23050 Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Gateway on the 50 By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer At last! The Sperryville Gateway Project received its first tangible results after years of planning and paperwork. At a meeting last Thursday the project's consultant, The Cox Company of Charlottesville, presented a series of options for a pedestrian bridge over the Thornton River just downstream from the vehicular bridge at Routes 522 and 211. Frank Cox introduced his company's philosophy of involvement in the gateway project, noting that they will work with those ideas that Sperryville residents put forward; "The ground rules," he said, are that "you have the right to fuss at us, but we don't have the right to fuss at you." The Cox Company is involved in planning and design for all aspects of the Gateway Project, and they are currently working with County leaders and VDOT on storm drainage issues in the village of Sperryville, in addition to developing design options for the pedestrian bridge. Mr. Cox noted that storm drainage is the most important aspect of the project. "It's a waste of time to put sugar on top," he said, referring to the need to resolve the drainage problem before directing any efforts to sidewalks, new pavement, or new signage that would probably be damaged by uncontrolled storm runoff. The first step in resolving the problem will be the topographic mapping of each lot in the village. These topographic "as built" maps, he said, will be used "to come up with quick solutions to the storm drainage problem." Mr. Cox expects that it will take two to three months to complete the mapping and to devise the solu ■ , j— .----- ,-i^ fcaaMaiiMMi The Sperryville Gateway pedestrian bridge: a simulated photo of the favored option. tion, after which they will work on the features that overlay the drainage (such as pavement and sidewalks). For the Thursday meeting, The Cox Company prepared a series of photographs of the pedestrian bridge site, overlaid with photographs of pedestrian bridge options. Fred Missel presented each option to the 20 attendees, and also discussed landscaping, pavement and bridge approach alternatives. Attendees had an opportunity to select those bridge options they felt most pleasing and appropriate, and managed to reduce the field to two. The most favored bridge design is a simple steel structure fabricated from rectangular steel tubing with a wooden handrail mounted on each inboard side. The Cox Company will now develop more detailed plans using the two most popular options, and will provide cost estimates for each. The next meeting of the Sperryville Gateway Committee is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Sperryville Fire Hall. Len to return S’ . • >-V , * . N^v,+ * '^v*, ■»* ■'• <. ... -.r*£>L v By Gerald Ochs - .; < Rappahannock News Writer Washington Mayor Stew Willit opened the September meeting of thf Town Council by issuing a request foi walk-outs Steve Critzer and Charlie Tompkins to return to active partici pation in the Council or to resigr their positions. As reported a numbei of times in the Rappahannock News Mr. Critzer walked out in April aftei a negative Council vote on the acqui sition of land that might have beer used for a Town septic treatment sys tern, and Mr. Tompkins walked out ir July after the Council voted to dis solve the Wastewater Studj Committee that he had chaired. "They are representatives of the people and have a responsibility t< ^ *, W-t ■- ' % , . V serve. If they don't come, they should resign and leave room for other people. We ll have no trouble finding replacements," Mayor Willis said. The Council later discussed the process for replacing Mr. Critzer as vice mayor and clerk. Town attorney John Bennett was instructed to look into the matter, and reported that the best method to do so was to request that Mr. Critzer attend the next Council meeting to affirm his interest in retaining his positions. If he does not attend, said Mr. Bennett, the Council may then declare the positions open, and schedule an election for the following month's meeting. The Council voted unanimously to this course of action, i The vice mayor and clerk are elected * * by the Town Council from their membership. Wastewater activities As a result of suggestions made by Department of Health representatives Medge Carter and Charles Shepard at the special Town Council meeting of Sept. 9, Mayor Willis asked that Mr. Bennett study the Town’s authority to require property owners to pump out their septic tanks at least once every five years. Ms. Carter and Mr. Shepard had stressed that such routine pumping of septic tanks was the best means of optimizing septic system life, and would also provide an opportunity for the inspection of the tanks and other septic system components such as tees and distribution boxes. Mayor Willis also proposed following up on the suggestion that storm water runoff might be overtaxing town septic systems, and he will contact Robert Moore of VDOT to look at the situation. Emergency communications tower replacement The Council also discussed the recent request, by the Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association, to replace the existing 80 foot emergency communications tower at the county jail with one of significantly greater height. See RETURN, Page A8 Cooter swings into the history books at fundraiser By Mary Ann Kuhn Rappahannock News Writer Decades from now, when researchers at the Rappahannock Historical Society building are looking through county history, they may be surprised to see what is contained in documents relating to a fund raiser that was held at an historic mansion named Montpelier in the autumn of 2000. It is there that the program, news clippings, and papers will be preserved forever more that tell the story about a "Swingin' Country Picnic" that highlighted the performance of Cooter and His Garage Band, some of country music's best musicians, at an historical society fund raiser that took place at Montpelier on Sept. 24, 2000 from 26 p.m. For those living in the here and now, you can attend this festive fund raiser and spend this Sunday afternoon listening and dancing to Cooter and his nine-piece band, munch on mouthwatering barbecue and take a guided tour of Montpelier, the 18th century plantation house listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmark Register. The 400-acre mansion is located on a knoll on Route 231 in the F. T. Valley, seven miles south of Sperryville. Proceeds from the festivities, which go from 2-6 p.m., rain or shine, will benefit the Rappahannock Historical Society which is raising money to help furnish the new addi tion to its headquarters located on Gay Street in Washington. "Cooter" is really Ben Jones, the former "Dukes of Hazzard" television star and two-term Georgia Congressman. He and his wife Alma Viator, a public relations specialist, have made their home in. Rappahannock County. They generously have donated their talents and band for this fund raiser. Jones, who owns Cooter’s Garage on Route 211 in Sperryville, played Cooter, the garage-owning cousin of the Dukes for many years on the popular television show. It was so popular that Cooter's name is a household word all over the country. Cooter's Garage Band, which will See COOTER, Page A8 rnoio counesy or Alma Viator IT'S ONE FOR THE HISTORY BOOKS: Cooter and his Garage Band will be performing on Sunday for the Rappahannock Historical Society fund raiser. Here the group poses with the "General Lee" Dodge Charger.

r ft Just a few notes for mid-September Apparently it has been a fine year for hummingbirds. For weeks I have received letters, telephone calls and innumerable personal comments regarding the numbers of hummingbirds swarming around feeders. It's not unusual to have these feisty birds around in great numbers in September. By late summer the hummingbird population includes successfully fledge young-of-theyear, the adults that produced these young, plus early migrants on their way to the American tropics. September is the month when there are more birds around than at any other time. They are not so obvious because they are quiet. As with hummingbirds, the resident adults, plus the young-of All Things Wild And WonderfulMemories John Trott the-year, are present along with offspring of birds that breed here and winter in tropical America. Migrants are passing through on their way to the same warm winter destination. A few species that nest farther north and spend the winter in Virginia, such as Juncos and White-throated Sparrows, have moved in though most of them will appear in October. I was prompted to write this column because I have received many requests for the answer to the question: "When should I stop feeding hummingbirds?" Apparently false information has been circulated on that subject because many of those questioning me thought that if one fed hummingbirds too long they wouldn't migrate! Not likely. The evolution of behavior doesn't work that fast; the feeding of nectar to hummingbirds has only been a national pastime for about 30 years. A series of external and internal signals have been telling hummingbirds to head for the tropics for years beyond counting. And what a trip they make! It is known that the Ruby-throated Hummingbird, our eastern species, takes off from coast of Louisiana for a 500 mile, nonstop, over water flight to the Yucatan Peninsula. In the October issue of Birder's World, ornithologist Carroll L. Henderson, had this to say on the subject: "....their (hummingbird's) migration is controlled by photo period, not by presence or absence of nectar feeders. Enjoy the hummingbirds at your feeders throughout, fall migration. Leave at least one feeder up for an extra month after the hummers are gone. This is for rare wandering hummingbirds that may show up at nectar feeders hundreds of miles from their normal ranges. If you take your feeder down too early, you will never know these rare visitors are in the area. Late migrants need the extra fuel nectar feeders provide in order to continue their trip south. Lee Trott keeps a careful daily record of birds at the feeder and in the yard. Her records show that we have seen hummingbirds as late as early October. That should clear up the matter. Just remember, birds are great opportunists and "free loaders." If they can get food without foraging for it they will do so and return to working for a meal with no problems at all. Not only has this been a good year for hummingbirds, the pokeberry crop is excellent. Now is the time to collect the hanging clusters of purple berries and put them in the freezer for a winter feast for bluebirds, jays, woodpeckers, Hermit Thrushes and, justmaybe, an over wintering'1’ robin. - >• Lee Trott and I place each cluster of ripe berries in a sep-' arate plastic bag in the freei-’ er. When snow and ice cover1 the ground, put the berries on the feeder (or on the ground if you wish). They get squishy as they thaw so be careful not to. satin your clothes. Sept. 22 is the first day pt, autumn. It’s time to look foi> ward to the first White-throated Sparrow and Junco to appear in the yard. + Note: Over the next several weeks we will select a column from the late John Trott's collection. This column appeared Sept. 17, 1997. Mr. Trott loved hummingbirds and autumn. RCPS News By Jan Make la Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • Attendees at last week's School Board meeting enjoyed a tour of the new RCHS addition. What a treat! We are all so thrilled to have the new facility for our students and grateful to the community for your support of it. Jeff Simeon attended the meeting as the new RCHS Student Representative to the School Board. Jeff, a wonderful choice for this position, is bright and articulate and will represent his fellow students well. • The Fall Session of the Community After School Enrichment (CASE) Program at RCES is about to begin. This session includes Art, Yoga, Dance, Crafts and more. If you would like to have more information on this program as a potential instructor or student, please call the CASE Administrator, Mrs. Denise Kruczynski at 987-8259, or write to her at RCES, 34 Schoolhouse Road, Washington, Va., 22747. • The Rappahannock County Public Schools Adult Education Program will begin on Oct. 5. Classes will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on each scheduled night. Classes are open to all ages, don't let the term "Adult Ed" throw you. Many of our classes are appropriate for teens as well. Deadline for enrollment in the Fall Session is Sept. 29. The 15 classes scheduled for this session include: Investing, Dance, Computers, Dried Flower Arranging, Contracting Your Own Home, Real Estate, Photography and more. Interested? Pick up an application at area businesses, the public library, the School Board Office or call Jan Makela at 987-8259. • Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation very generously supports our staff by awarding small grants to PUBLIC HEARING: AMENDMENT TO THE OF THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY CODE Relating to Erosion & Sedimentation Control Regulations The Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County shall hold a public hearing on the following proposed amendments to the Rappahannock County Code on Monday, October 2, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. The amendments are as follows: 1. Amend §98-8 B. by adding a definition as follows: , AGREEMENT IN LIEU OF A PLAN - means a contract between the ;• plan approving authority and the owner which specifies conserva, tion measures which must be implemented in the construction of a , single family residence; this contract may be executed by the Planapproving authority in lieu of a formal site plan. 2. Amend §98-8 B. by amending the definition for PLAN-APPROVING AUTHORITY by adding at the end of the existing text: In cases of an Agreement in Lieu of a Plan, the Plan Approving ' Authority shall be the Administrator. 3. Delete §98-9 (F.), entirely and re-letter succeeding exemptions. 4. Amend §98-12 by adding a new section, to read: D. Where the land disturbing activity results from the construction of a single-family residence, an agreement in lieu of a plan may be substituted for an erosion and sediment control plan if executed by the plan approving authority. All interested persons are invited to attend and to make comment at the meeting, or by submitting written remarks for the record to the County Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, VA 22747. Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: Sappahannock Neius. Subscription Rates By Rappahannock.*21 .“/yeafr'^2!^ Elsewhere in the U.S.*27.°°/year Name __ Address _. City_State_Zip_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Rappahannock Nnus, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 . This form may also be used for I CHANGE OF ADDRESS I Old Address New Address: | --— -Lfe.-— ■ w' ^ ' ..»•: | ~ I ..1 . .«—■«»«...) »■ ■-... ..I I---I The Rappahannock N/inw(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. staff members for projects which will benefit the greatest number of children. Twice each year staff members are invited to submit requests to the Mini-Grant Committee for times or activities which will enhance their programs. The committee reviews them and awards grants (up to $1,000) for the enrichment projects deemed most worthy. Volunteer Peter Kreyling chairs this committee composed of private citizens and staff members. We are extremely grateful to Headwaters, and it supporters, for this wonderful opportunity. • RCHS student Elaine Smith was injured recently in an accident involving her horse, and had to be transported to the hospital. We are all very grateful that she has recovered and that her injuries were not more serious. Elaine's parents, Mrs. Corinne Smith, RCES Special Ed teacher, and Mr. Richard Smith, RCMS Co-Principal, have recovered as well. • Mr. Tripp Barron, husband of RCES Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Pearl Barron and father of Eddie and J.R., was involved in a serious automoArthur Drago Be sty Toth 5th Dan, Sensei 3rd Dan, Asst. 540-635-7554 540-349-0632 Classes Begin Sept. 13 Join Any Time! Prime + 0% for the life of the loan. That’s it. Today, that rate is 9.50%* APR. 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We are happy to report that he is recovering nicely as well. • Many thanks to the owners of Bleu Rock Inn for once again providing our public schools with the most beautiful Cross Country Course in the District. Though the course had to be relocated on the Bleu Rock property, it is wonderful to have the course located so conveniently to RCHS. We hope the community will attend our Cross Country events this year and support our young athletes. Please watch the marquee in front of RCHS for current athletic events, dates and times. If you would like a complete schedule of athletic events for the year, please stop by he RCHS Office, or call Athletic Director Mr. Jon Smythe at 987-8575. • The Middle School Intramural Program, under the guidance of the Program Director Mrs. Rhonda Jenkins, is up and running, and showing tremendous sue cess. Participants are having a great time and learning a lot! Students may stay after school on Mondays through Thursdays (one day or multiple days). If your child would like to stay, it is not too late. Please pick up a form from the RCES Office, or call Mrs. Jenkins at 987-8259. • Congratulations are in order for our School Resource Officer Captain Jeff Brown who was recently nominated to be the DARE Law Enforcement Executive of the Year. He was nominated by Frank J. Chellino, Jr. the Special Agent in Charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) Washington Field Division. Captain Brown was being recognized in particular for the annual DARE Day event which he organizes each year that brings over 50 agencies and organizations together with over 700 students and 250 parents. • Be a "Member of the PAC (Principal's Advisory Council)"! In an effort to foster better communication between RCHS and the parent community, we are inviting all parents to attend this year’s first (organizational) meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 6 at RCHS. This Council will exist to allow parents and other citizens an opportunity to ask questions, express concerns (Please come prepared to help find solutions), and become a pro-active part of programs that will benefit our kids. J; Get to know the RCHS staff better. Learn who to ask to get the information that you need. Listen to our Principal and Assistant Principal, and guests from the Guidance Department, Athletic Department, Library and others, address issues important to you and your children. Suggest topics for discussion to be put on the agenda. Each session will follow a set agenda, with the last 15 minutes reserved for a random See RCPS, Page A4 WCDS News By Lori Ferreira Rappahannock News Writer • A few openings still exist for golfers for the Second Annual Wakefield Country Day School Golf Classic, to be held on Monday, Sept. 25 at the Fauquier Springs Country Club in Warrenton. For information, contact Mrs. Pam Guiffre at 636-8827 or Mrs. Marsha Dowell at 9373594. • The Wakefield Country Day School Student Government Association, led by president Thomas Dowell and vice-president Britton Wood, hosted an afternoon of activities, pizza and a movie on Sept. 15, at the school, to help defray the cost of this year's activities, including homecoming and the prom. • The WCDS Key Club promises to have a very active i year, according to club preai^ dent Dana Ferreira. With 3|members, about double Iasi year's roster, the Key Club a£ Wakefield Country Day Schoojj hopes to increase its communfr* ty service activity in the conu ing months. ** The club has alreacft* begun raising funds by provid; ing lunch and dessert at tlie school each Friday. Proceed* will help fund service project in the community. JENKINS ORCHARDS Quality Fruit Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30p.m. Bring your own containers Directions: From Culpeper on Rt 522, left h. Yancey Road, approximately 2 miles. 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"Man to Man" forum on cancer The Rappahannock County Unit of the American Cancer Society will present a forum • on prostate cancer on Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library, j . The speaker will be Dr. David Pfeffer, a I urologist from Culpeper. The presentation will 1 focus on the critical subject of prostate cancer, its early detection, diagnosis, progression of the i , stages of the disease and the various treatment j methods available today. v , Cancer of the prostate is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in males- 185,000 cases j annually in the United States, the second lead, ing cause of death in males, lung cancer being i number one. African American men have the j highest prostate cancer incidence rates in the ( world. One out of every ten American men will develop prostate cancer before the age of 85. The cause of the disease still remains unknown. However, diet and nutrition may play a role and certainly genetic factors may increase the risk. The program will also include what is called a "Man to Man" segment and question and answer period, moderated by Dr. Werner Krebser. Men of all ages should be interested in this subject. The life you save may be your own. Ladies are certainly invited and are welcome to come to the forum. Hope to see you on Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. ) Homeowners eligible for help 1 By Janet Herr ■ , Rappahannock News Writer ; There is a program called the Indoor ; Plumbing/Rehabilitation (IPR) Program available to Rappahannock County residents. The IPR Program is i aimed at helping low to middle I income homeowners obtain ■ modem indoor plumbing. ■ , To qualify, you must own your own home and be able to get a well and/or drain field permit from the Health Department. You must meet income guidelines. Our funds are part grant and part zero interest loan. We do not install wells and drain fields on unimproved lots, a home must already exist and you must live in the home as your residence and the home must be in need of first time indoor plumbing, or major repairs to existing systems. The recent Census identified hundreds of homes in this region as lacking complete indoor plumbing. Outhouses and privies are not a thing of the past, nor are they a romantic solution from bygone days. Sadly, Virginia is second in the nation in the number of households lacking total approved indoor plumbing. Rapidan Better Housing is working to change this statistic. Fall is a great time for interested persons to apply for the IPR Program. It often takes a few months to gather the necessary paperwork and for Rapidan Better Housing to process your application. If you wish to apply, call 540-948-3274 and leave your name, mailing address and telephone number on our voice mail. Rapidan Better Housing is a non-profit company, and we exist to help you. Please give us a call! Fall color update now available Signs of autumn are already evident in Shenandoah National Park. While the calendar says that fall begins Sept. 22, many of the Park's deer are already in their winter coats. Dark gray fur replaced summer's orange on adults. For the fawns, spotted white summer camouflage is giving way to warmer, gray coats that better blend with winter woods. Peak fall color is expected between Oct. 5 and 25. As always, the exact day is impossible to predict, each person who comes to the Park is looking for something a little different. If you like color in the smaller trees, including dogwood and sumac, plan your trip earlier in the month. If oaks are your favorites, visit later in October. Right now, the berries of dogwood trees and spice bush are bright red. The berries are sought after by birds, some of whom have begun their migrations south. Cricket and other insect songs are also among the signs of the changing seasons. Chips and chirrs sound in daylight and into the darkness. A few hearty fireflies still glow as the days grow shorter and the nights grow longer. Treat yourself to more than one fall visit to Shenandoah National Park and its Skyline Drive. The sights, smells and textures are unique to each day. The fall color update option is now available on the Park’s informational number, 540/9992500. Visitors should select option six. Information will be updated weekly. k 540-987-3162 * wrww.blucmooncafv.ee *■ m * m * * * * CAFE 11763 L«« Hwy.. Sparryvill*, Vfi Thursday 9/16: OPEN MIC. Sponsored by Oasis CD Friday 9/15: TfMYfl SflVORT Saturday 9/16: THE THNGENTIIILS W/ VINCENT DOT NOW OPEN Thursday - Sunday 5 JO to closing Family Dining & Fin* Husk . 540-987-3162 * www.bluemooncafc.c ^ The cost of inserting the enclosed Bush - Allen - Wolf flyer was paid for by the Rappahannock County Republican Committee. Walt Longyear, Chairman If you would like Republican lawn signs or _bumper stickers, please call 540-675-3679. Bleu Rock Inn, Restaurant, Pub, B&B and Equine Center. For fine dining, weddings, a quiet getaway! Bleu Horse Pub Open 7 days 4-12 p.m. • Happy Hours 4-7 p.m. September 22 International Night - Mexico Blues with Blues Fuse September 23 Jazz Trio September 24 Try our Sunday Brunch, a special way to start the week. Floral Arrangements For all occasions Equine Center Boarding, Lessons and Sales 540-987-3190 www.bleurockinn.com 12567 Lee Hwy. • Washington, VA Restaurant Wed. - Sun. 5:30- 9:00* Sunday Brunch 11-2 Pub 7 days 4-12* Pub menu and specials. ‘Closed for special events as noted. / Rappahannock County Public Schools Adult Education Program Fall Session 2000 Many exciting counts art planned for the Fall Session which is scheduled to begin on October 5,2000. Scheduled classes at RCHS for the first session are: The Stock Market Game 1 (Investing) The Stock Market Game 1} (Investing) Contracting Your Own Home Line Dancing Couples Dancing Fundamentals of Knitting Basics of Photography Word Processing Basics of Excel (Spreadsheets, etc.) Beginning Water colors Beginning Guitar Basics of Calligraphy Buying or Selling a Home Chair Caning Dried Flower Basics Beginning 10/10 Beginning 10/5 Beginning 10/10 Beginning 10/5 Beginning 10/11 Beginning 10/10 Beginning 10/11 Beginning 10/10 Beginning 10/5 Beginning 10/10 Beginning 10/11 Beginning 10/10 Beginning 10/11 Beginning 10/11 Beginning 11/14 $40 $40 $40* $40 $40 $40 $40 $50 $50 $40* $40 $40 $15 $20 $15 : .!• 1 Brocures/registration forms may be obtained from the School Board Office and at a variety of other county locations. Subscribe to the Rappahannock News, Call 675-3338. Rappahannock Rough Ride this Saturday The fourth annual Rappahannock RoughRide will take place on Saturday, Sept. 23 with proceeds to benefit Fauquier Free Clinic. The clinic provides free health care to families not able to afford medical services on their own. Each rider will have the chance to ride one (or all!) of the following routes: Participant's Route: 12 mile paved course for the easy rider. Infamous Rough Ride: 20/30 miles (rider’s option) of paved and unpaved roads for the tough and rugged. Road Tour: 35/50+ mile (rider's option) paved course for the true road rider. Riders will receive a tshirt plus have a chance to win one of the following prizes: Dinner for two from The Inn; Dinner for two from Photo courtesy of Jean Lillard TOUR DE RAPPAHANNOCK: Bikers ready to ride. Four and Twenty Blackbirds; lunch for three from Rae's Place; $50 gift certificate from Faith Mountain Company; $20 gift certificate from Mountainside Market. Sheriff to launch school zone speed compliance effort By John Toler Rappahannock News Staff Writer Rappahannock Sheriff Larry Sherertz announced this week that law enforcement officers will be mounting a "focused effort" to ensure that the 35 mile-perhour speed limits in the county's two public school zones are strictly observed. The effort is part of the Save Our Students (SOS) Program designed to protect young people from traffic hazards, according to Sherertz. The school zones for both the Rappahannock County High School and the Elementary School are on U. S. 211 west of Washington. According to Sherertz, drivers are not paying attention to the posted limits, which are in effect when the students begin arriving in the morning and again in the afternoon when they depart. He noted that the times of the 35-mph speed limits are marked by flashing caution lights, so there can be no mistake. The combined effort — which will include a Virginia State trooper and a Sheriffs office deputy at one school, and a deputy and the sheriff or Maj. Chris Williams at the other — will use radar and offer "zero tolerance” for those in the school zones operating above the speed limit. "Speeders will be stopped, and they will be issued tickets," said Sherertz. "Our focus will be enforcing the speed limits, not checking county stickers or defective equipment. Of course, if we stop someone and they have other violations we become aware of, they will be ticketed for those, too.” The effort will begin the week of Sept. 25-29 and continue Oct. 2-6. After that time, Sherertz will evaluate the results, and determine if continuing enforcement efforts are necessary. DUI arrest A Sperryville woman was arrested on Sept. 14 on U. S. 211 near Washington and charged with driving while intoxicated. Johanna Day, 37, was stopped by Dep. J. C. Welch near Gid Brown Hollow Road at about 8:30 p.m., and charged with the offense. Pears disappear The Sheriff s Office received a complaint that approximately 30 bushels of pears — which were still on the trees — were stolen from an orchard in the 12000 block of U. S. 211 near Sperryville. According to the report filed by Dep. C. M. Currence, evidence included tire tracks from a truck that entered and left the orchard. The theft was reported at 10:18 a.m. on Sept. 17, and the investigation is continuing. for recovery or information leading to the recovery of Craftsman 20 HP one year old lawn and garden tractor. Dark hunter green with 46” mower, automatic. — Missing from - 296 Ben Venue Road, Flint Hill, VA Late August/early September Call 202-829-7457 or contact the Rappahannock Sheriff’s Office at 540-675-3331

Building Report The Rappahannock County Building office reports for the period running July 22 through Aug. 21 the following permits were issued: For the month, the office issued six new home permits, three addition/remodel/renovation, three pool permits. Miscellaneous permits included: two deck permits, one vinyl siding permit, one permit to install a new roof, one permit to demo a building and seven renewal permits. The Building Office also reviewed 14 sets of plans, had 187 scheduled inspections, eight walk-in consultations and nine scheduled consultations. The year to date totals are: 41 new home constructions and one commercial building compared to 42 new home constructions and one commercial building for the year 1999. The above information was provided by R.V. Burke, Building Official, CPCA for Rappahannock County. Welch named president of the Ambassadors at LFCC Bill Welch didn't start out to be an academic leader, or a leader among his peers. But at Lord Fairfax Community College in Middletown, he has accomplished both. At LFCC, Welch is president of the Ambassadors, a student leadership organization that provides volunteer services to the campus and community. He has helped with the LFCC Gala, an annual black tie banquet that supports LFCC programming, and he has assisted new students in finding their way through open registration at the college. "Anything I can do for the school, I try to be there," Welch said. And at the end of this school year, Welch will graduate with three separate associate's degrees, in General Studies, Liberal Arts and Education. A 1997 graduate of Rappahannock High School, Welch knew college was in his future, but wasn’t sure where to go. "I knew college was what I was supposed to do," he said, "But I didn't have a clue what to do until my parents Bill Welch suggested Lord Fairfax." It was a suggestion that allowed Welch time to grow as a student, and as a young man. And "it's given me a lot of time to save up money to continue college," he said. Plus, said Welch, living at home has had other benefits. "I love seeing my little sister grow up. She's nine." Through LFCC Distance Learning programming and We#re not just Physician Referral anymore. For years, we’ve been matching your health needs with some of the finest doctors in the area ... providing you a quick and reliable way to find a physician that participates in your health plan, a doctor whose hours are convenient and who shares your philosophy on health care. Now, Fauquier Hospital Physician Referral and Community Link can also help you locate community resources that are provided by church and community groups, non-profit organizations and local social service agencies. Call us first, we’re your link to health services and more. 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Welch joined the Ambassadors last year, he said, and decided this year to run for president of the organization. His election has provided a means of becoming even more involved in LFCC. "The school has done a lot for me," Welch said. "Being in the Ambassadors is a great way to get to know the faculty, the advisers and the staff," he said. "And it puts you in a group of people you eventually become great friends with." By transferring his LFCC credits, Welch next plans to continue his education at a four year college. But no matter how far he goes, Welch says certain parts of his LFCC education will always stand out in his memory. "I had some great professors," he said "I got a lot out of those classes." He is the son of Bill and JoAnne Welch of Flint Hill. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be speaker at PEC Robert F. Kennedy Jr., one of America's leading environmental attorneys, will be the keynote speaker at the Piedmont Environmental Council's annual meeting Saturday, Sept. 23. The meeting will be held at Linden Lane Farm, Route 231, Keswick, Va. Mr. Kennedy has become a legal pioneer in the area of municipal and government responsibility for environmental problems. As chief prosecuting attorney for the Hudson Riverkeepers, he has been instrumental in the successful clean-up of New York's Hudson River. He also is senior attorney for the Natural Resources Defense Council. In his speech, Mr. Kennedy will address the proper role of advocacy, including legal advocacy, in protecting our land and our natural resources. PEC is one of few organizations in the United States that combines a strong program of advocacy on land use issues including smart growth, along with land conservation work that involves helping landowners to place easements on their property. Mr. Kennedy's presents- ■ tion will include discussion of the conservation and historic preservation issues raised by the recent proliferation of power plants in Virginia and other parts of the United States. Mr. Kennedy is involved in a challenge to one of several power plants pro-1 posed in the Hudson Valley. ■ PEC has supported efforts challenging power plant proposals in Fauquier, Orange, Louisa, Albemarle, Fluvanna1 and Loudoun counties. : .• The event will begin at; 9:30 a.m. Morning work-,, shops/presentations will be followed by a picnic lunch and Mr. Kennedy's address. To ■ cover expenses of the event,. PEC requests that members, attending the event make a, , $25 voluntary contribution. PEC also invites non-members to the event; and requests they make a $50 contribution, which includes a one-year membership. A continental breakfast and lunch by Hot Cakes are included in the. price. For more information, contact Karen Lamond at (540) 347-2334, extension 11. For more information: visit www.pecva.org or contact 540-347-2334 RCPS From Page A2 question/answer period. No meeting will last more than one hour, unless prior notification is given. Find out how you can get more involved in your child's education. Subsequent meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of each month. Please mark your calendars. If you are interested in helping to organize these sessions, please contact Mr. Jack Raines, RCHS Principal, at 987-8575, or Jan Makela, Volunteer Coordinator, at 987-8259. Please don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity! : • Many thanks to RCHS English teacher Mr. Jon Heddleston for serving as Moderator of the first School Council sponsored Round Table Discussion which focused on Effective Schools at RCHS on Monday. We are fortunate to have several staff members who are especially gifted in this area, and we are grateful for their service at various school functions throughout the. year. • The Amissville Fall Festival is just around the corner and several school organizations will be participating in one way or another. Please plan to attend on Oct. 14 and support our students at this first annual community, event. 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SPORTS This week in sports ByJonSmythe Rappahannock News Writer Both the RCHS girls’ basketball and the varsity cross country teams saw action this past week. The Lady Bulldogs from Luray came to town on a hot, muggy night last Monday for an evening of basketball. The junior varsity game started slow with both teams scoring only two points in the first quarter. The Panthers played a good game and worked hard, but came out on the losing end of a 39-17 score. Molly Burke led the JV team from Rappahannock with six points and Rachel Gall added four on her birthday. After the game Coach Jon Smythe said, "I was very Cross Country Sept. 20 Manassas Park Home 5 p.m. Sept. 27 George Mason Away 5 p.m. Oct. 4 Clarke County Home 5 p.m. Oct. 7 Stonewall Jackson TBD Invitational Oct. 11 Madison Home 5 p.m. Oct. 18 Strasburg Away 5 p.m. proud of how hard the girls played. I just don't want them to settle for playing well. We still have a ways to go before we reach our potential and I want them to keep striving for that goal." I The varsity game was an even closer and harder fought game than the one played in Luray the week before. The game continued back and forth with the girls from Luray holding a one point edge at halftime 17-16. Although always in the Rapp coaches attend clinic On Sept. 7, many Rappahannock High School coaches and the new PE teacher, Jackie Settle attended a Sports Medicine Coaches Clinic at Fauquier Hospital. The featured speakers w'ere Mike Augustine, Physical Therapist, and Mary Presley, the Clinic Coordinator of the Fauquier Hospital Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department. Attending the clinic from Rappahannock were Mike Dayton, girls' basketball; Dbnn Hackney, PE teacher and baseball coach; Lucy Ann Maeyer, RCES teacher and girls’ soccer coach; Mike Cool weekend for soccer By Nanette Hogan Rappahannock News Writer The Rappahannock County Youth Soccer League played it's second weekend, Saturday Sept. 16. * Rapp 1 U-8's "Green Machines” played on home field against our U-8's Rapp 3 team with a final close score of 6-4, Rapp 3 taking the win. U8’s Rapp 2, sponsored by Better Homes Realty defeated lldadison 3-0. ‘ U-10 "Galaxy Goalminers" played extremely well in defeating Madison 3-0. The U{0 "Rapp Rapids" sponsored by Over Jordan Farms, tied ^ith Madison 2-2. ' U-12 Rapp 1 defeated Culpeper 6-3 on our High School field. U-12 Rapp 2 team, sponsored by Miller Brothers Construction, were defeated by Madison Wranglers 5-0. ; U-14 "Blue Knights", sponsored by White Oak Veterinary", played Culpeper $nd won 2-1. Our U-14 Rapp 2 "Rapp Phalanx" team defeated Madison 4-2 at the High School field. * U-18 defeated Culpeper 43 on the High School field. r 4-Her's do well in the Farm Fair • By David Massie . Rappahannock News Writer *, The 2000 Farm Fair carcass awards picnic was held at the Madison Young Farmers prounds on Aug. 17. • Several youth that showed livestock at the 2000 Farm Fair attended the awards picnic. Rappahannock brought home two trophies and several ribbons this year. In the hog division, Samantha Falls won the Average Daily Gain Award find David Massie won the Top Swine Carcass. Adam Rhein, Austin Rhein, and Caroline Massie also received ribbons. I In the Sheep division, Kara Porbin, Katie Updike, Brittany Thorpe, David Miller, and Ella Miller all received ribbons. In the Beef division, David Massie won the top Beef Parcass and Katie Updike received a ribbon. • Every 4-Her that showed this year received ribbons and a premium. Ramey, cross country and soccer coach; Jackie Settle, RCHS PE teacher; Jon Smythe, Athletic Director; and James Wells, wrestling coach. The two and one-half hour lecture had a sports medicine focus with an emphasis on health issues related to young athletes. Specific instruction was provided on correct warm up and conditioning techniques, field first aid and injury care, and on the nutritional basics for high school athletes in and out of season. Proper hydration, the use of sport drinks versus water, and correct footwear for various sports were other topics that were covered in the training. "My goal as the Athletic Director is to emphasize professionalism, knowledge, and training of those individuals connected with coaching at RCHS," said Jon Smythe. "Toward this end, other staff development opportunities will be scheduled and offered monthly to all concerned. Our next class will certify our staff in CPR and basic first aid." 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Despite the loss, Coach Mike Dayton can see the improvement in his girls. "We were in it until the end, we've just got to find a way to be on the other end of the close ones." This week has three games for our girls and the district opener is at home against the Brentsville Tigers. Cross country. The varsity cross country team also competed this past week. Traveling to Page County for a non-district dual meet, the cross country team faced a good Page County boys' team over a tough three mile course. Phillip Thomas and Chris Graves led the RCHS guys but only managed to get to sixth and eleventh place. John Sheffield and Chris Ehrhart also competed for RCHS. Page County didn’t field a girls' team so the Lady Panthers ran the challenging course for time against one another. Rachel Sharp finished first ahead of Alyssa Berry by eight seconds. Both coaches Mike Weir and Mark Ramey are pleased with the progress to date of both the boys and the girls. This week the team will host their first home meet when the runners from I,..— : Manassas Park come to Panther Country. The course has changed some this year because of the construction that has occurred in the vicinity of the Bleu Rock Inn. Never the less, the new course will be ready and the RCHS runners are anxious to compete on their home course. Other activities Lot's of additional athletic activities are gearing up with the commencement of the school year. The open gym for basketball commenced this past Saturday and will be open every Saturday between now and January. Girls in the sixth to 12 grades have between 9 and 11 a.m. on Saturdays to come and "shoot around" or play pick up games. Boys have the same opportunity between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Questions on this program or RCHS athletics should be directed to the Athletic Director at 987-8575. Remember to follow the results of all Panther scores and highlights by dialing the Sports Hotline 987-9316. 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--ftappaftannocb JJetoS— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager 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: RappNewsetlmespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations Our View EMS volunteers If you see a volunteer this week, say a word of thanks or better yet, become a volunteer. Fall begins this Friday, Sept. 22 and along with the season, Rappahannock will see a higher volume of tourist traffic. Often this requires the services of our Emergency Medical Services volunteers. We take this opportunity along with the Rappahannock Sheriffs Office and the Virginia State Police in saluting the dedicated men and women - both paid and volunteer - who provide emergency medical services across the Commonwealth. Though they are most often noticed at the scene of a tragedy - fires, auto accidents and acts of violence - EMS providers do much more. They are there when called for illnesses and injuries that range from minor to life threatening. Often, they also serve as instructors for community-based education courses like Red Cross cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). They share their knowledge with others, knowing that teaching those lifesaving skills could save a neighbor or family member in the future. In Rappahannock County, volunteers staff our rescue squads and fire departments. No one is paid for the time they sacrifice in training, in running calls and in raising money. The departments are always eager to talk to members of the community interested in becoming involved in their work. Though much of the effort is devoted to responding to emergencies, there are also many important administrative and fund raising tasks that require attention. Finding people willing to assist with those efforts is as important as finding people willing to ride on the ambulances. We urge our neighbors to talk to their local rescue squad and fire department about getting involved. If you'd rather not run emergency calls, the volunteers will still appreciate the help offered in other areas. The contribution they make to our community is invaluable - and they will gladly accept offers of assistance from others willing to make a similar contribution. We extend thanks to all EMS volunteers in Rappahannock County. Rappahannock Today Photo courtesy of Jim Warwick Flint Hill Methodist Church will have their annual Homecoming Service this Sunday, Sept. 24. The Rev. A.D. Goodson, a former pastor will be delivering the 11 a.m. message. Current pastor, Rev. Merlin Shorb and the congregation extend an invitation to all to attend the service and luncheon that will follow. Letters John Trott, memories Last week's news of Mr. Trott's sudden death was indeed a blow to all your readers. If we had not known before, that Mr. Trott’s contributions to your paper made the Rappahannock News worthwhile, we are confirmed of this now. Obviously we were not the only ones, who looked first for his columns. You are right, it will be very difficult to find a worthy successor. According to your plans, you intend to keep our interest alive by serving us reprints. However, we have another, better solution. Is it not now the time to think of publishing his colorful and pleasing chapters about our beloved wildlife, if possible by adding a rich collection of his beautiful snapshots? As we could gather from all his publications, his wife "Lee" (this is how we know her) has very much contributed to his work and it might be an excellent chance to secure her cooper ation for such a venture. Actually the Rappahannock News could thus also help Mrs. Trott cope with her tragic loss by offering her this chance of wrapping up her husbands second love for "All Things Wild and Wonderful." Believe us, we would love to buy the collected John Trott articles. It would certainly be a welcome replacement for the paper clippings we have cut out day after day. The booklet would also make an ideal gift for old and young alike. It could, serve as reading matter for our students in school and thus ; lighten up their interest and love for natures wonders. We already now keep our fingers crossed for a successful outcome. Alfred and Klara Kummli Flint Hill AACA's position on various topics Members of the Amissville Area Community Association (AACA) have suggested that there may be a misunderstanding concerning its position regarding commercial projects in and around the community. AACA does not oppose commercial enterprises for the village and district. In fact, the Association By-Laws specifically state its full support for existing businesses and encouragement of enterprises which "enhance the quality of life and property value". However, we also are committed to "maintaining and improving our rural look and history". Whenever possible, AACA intends to work with owners and developers to convey ideas from the Association about what is important to the community at large, and how any development can better benefit the community, it's character and it's overall future. We will also, most importantly, keep area residents informed of all public details of any proposed project so that they are fully aware of all impacts and benefits. AACA has taken no position on the proposed Indian Run Golf Course. We recognize it is a valid use of this Agricultural Zoned property and can potentially benefit the area. The Association and course developer have had a close dialogue and we have met with them to discuss their plan and community points of concern. ’ These included water usage and run off, traffic and park- , ing, location and style of the clubhouse, disposition of the his-, toric houses on the site, noise and light concerns, the level of commitment of Greg Norman's company and potential future growth. When this project moves forward again, AACA hopes to be invited to participate with the development team to help them further understand and address neighbor's concerns in advance, thereby enhancing both the project, the community • and the future of Amissville. We encourage all residents to join and take a personal role, in defining the community's present and future. The ideas, experience and involvement of all residents of Amissville and the Jackson District are of the utmost value to preserve and enhance our heritage. Steve Miller Chairman Rick Kohler Vice Chairman Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News ..— — — . i —— 11 T 50 YEARS AGO Sept. 21, 1950 B.R. Armel of Luray, who three years ago built the Washington Theatre, is now building an electrical shop, adjoining the theatre. This building of cinder block, will be 16 by 76 feet. In back of the shop Mr. Armel is building a small apartment. This new business enterprise will handle electrical fixtures and electric appliances and repair work of all kinds will be done here. John Peyton Snead has returned to Woodberry Forest School for his senior year. Pete Estes left Sunday for Randolph Macon at Front Royal. Miss Mary Massie Lea, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.C. Lea, a senior at Stuart Hall, Staunton, has been elected as senior class representative on the Student Council of the school. This is Miss Lea's second year in attendance at Stuart Hall. A letter has been received from the office of the Childrens Home Society in Richmond expressing appreciation for the generous response from the people of Rappahannock to its annual appeal on behalf of the homeless children of the state. The total contributed to the 1950 budget to date is $159.76 compared to $126 last year. MEARS Sept. 25, 1975 Mountain Green, the home of Captain and Mrs. George Sharp in Harris Hollow will be one of the homes open for the 18th annual fall house tour ii nappanaimocK.. un inis properly an oia log cabin will also be open for tour. The other cabin is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Johnson and is situated in the Old Hollow about three miles from Sperryville. This was reconstructed 'from logs from chestnut trees which stood in the Ghost Forest of Shenandoah National Park. The architecturally interesting modem dwelling is the home of Mr. and Mrs. Waldron O'Connor and is located on Long Mountain overlooking Tiger Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Seven planning maps, the first step toward Rappahannock’s Comprehensive Plan, were reviewed and accepted by Rappahannock's Planning Commission members Sept. 17. The maps were drafted by the Piedmont Environmental Council of Warrenton and were donated to the county by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection Bradford’s in Flint Hill was advertising a spaghetti dinner for Monday and Tuesday nights for only $1.50 IUEARS Sept. 20, 1990 Nearly 1,000 people came to Washington TXiesday for a tour of The Inn at Little Washington, sponsored by the Episcopal Churchwomen of Bromfield Parish. The line stretched around the corner onto Gay Street for most of the afternoon. Proceeds from the tour will go toward church projects. William D. (Doug) Bywaters of Flint Hill has been named maintenance manager in the Warrenton residence of the Virginia Department of Transportation. Before his residence appointment, Mr. Bywaters served for 19 years as maintenance superintendent of the Rappahannock area headquarters in Washington. He joined the department in 1961 as an equipment operator, serving from 1964 to 1970 as a VDOT construction inspector. Rappahannock School Superintendent Dr. David M. Gangel has been selected as one of the Virginia fellows in the Education Policy Fellowship Program. As one of 19 selected from among 51 applicants, Dr. Gangel will be participating in workshops and seminars on problems confronting education and leadership styles that are likely to be most successful in meeting these challenges. He will be working with other leaders from the fields of education, government and business. -COMPILED BYBARBARA C. WAYLAND PAi idacw Pirc l lAVai Kinrttrvn M, • The Homemakers Club of Rappahannock County in the 1950's along with every county in the state of Virginia made a quilt square to assist in completing a large quilt which later was donated to Virginia Tech. Several squares are scattered throughout the Down Memory Lane news this week.

Letters A difference of philosophy I enjoyed reading the letter to the editor from Lee Bird in last week's paper. Mr. Bird recounted the wisdom of a Chinese philosopher and appliecT that wisdom to our presidential election. However, it seems to me that you can always find a Chinese proverb or a Chinese fortune cookie that supports whatever position ypu want to take on a given matter. That is why I am thankful that our great nation is not based on Chinese philosophy. Rather, our nation is rooted in Biblical values. The advantage of Biblical values is that they do not shift from one season to the next, they do not depend on your birth year, and they do not change depending on which candidate is running for political office. Long before Mr. Bird's Chinese philosopher lived, King Solomon ruled the nation of Israel. He ruled the most prosperous nation in ancient history. Solomon became a great ruler because he sought wisdom from God. According to the Biblical account, God favored Solomon because he sought wisdom and not riches. Because he sought wisdom and not riches, God gave him both. If any nation in modem times has equaled the prosperity of Israel under Solomon, it would be the United States. At the foundation of this nation were men who, like Solomon, sought after wisdom and not riches. They set out on a great venture to form a nation dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal, and that we are endowed by our creator with certain inalienable rights. They sought to form a nation based on the principle that we should practice Christian forbearance, love and charity toward one another. They set out to form a nation "of the people, by the people and for the people." They set out to form a nation of "laws" and not of men. Because our forefathers sought wisdom and not riches, our nation has received both from the hand of God. However history proves that humans are "flawed" beings. It seems we cannot stand prosperity. Solomon ultimately fell because of his multitude of wives. His inability to be faithful to one wife did him in. The same flaw seems to plague our nation today. In an elected democracy leaders are a reflection of who we are. We cannot point to Mr. Clinton for our problems. He is merely a reflection of our corporate soul. We, the peo pie, have lost touch with the issue of fidelity. We, the people, have lost touch with our historic roots and traditions. Neither Mr. Gore nor Mr. Bush is the answer to what America needs. Who we elect will reflect who we are. Mr. Bird's article brings home a point of serious concern. I fear that we the people have fallen from our Biblical traditions and replaced them with man-made philosophies, including those of the Chinese. If so, the election of Mr. Gore will simply be a reflection of that fact. It will mean what we the people have chosen the wisdom of man over the wisdom of God and have departed from the traditions of our founding fathers. I hope this is not the case. Time will tell. While change is inevitable and at times necessary, we need to understand the consequences of any changes we make. Biblical principles are what make us a nation of laws and not of men. To replace those principles with man-made principles will inevitably erode that foundation and lead us to become a nation controlled by men and not laws. Mr. Gore reflects those who believe that government should solve all of our problems from health care to social security, from cradle to grave. History demonstrates that when we put our trust in government, we lose individual rights. Moreover, government is inefficient and non-responsive to individual needs. The Biblical model places our trust in a "higher authority." When we put our trust in government, we come in conflict with that model. Our founding fathers understood these philosophical issues and chose to restrict the power of federal government and to preserve the rights of the individual. The "man" we elect is of far less significance than the philosophy that man represents. I believe we have already gone too far down the road of big government. Mr. Gore represents a philosophy that will lead us further down that road. For now, the choice belongs to the American people. I fear if we go too far down the path of big government, we will no longer have a choice. Like the Chinese, we will have the right, indeed the duty, to vote. However, there will only be one choice on the ballot- the candidate selected by the Communist party. As for me, I choose individual rights. I choose freedom. Jim Oyster Castleton What's best for the elderly? The 2000 Presidential and Senatorial campaigns are in full swing. Health care is a big issue and the Republican and Democrat plans are of Crucial importance, especially to the elderly. Governor G. W. Bush wants to "modernize" Medicare. He would transform Medicare from a government run, social insurance program, into a network of competing private and public insurance providers. He has yet to state what the cost per enrollee would be. Under the BushRepublican administration, seniors would have a choice to stay in the traditional "modernized" Medicare plan, or enroll in a private plan. In either case, each enrollee could decide whether to sign up for prescription drug coverage or not, at various costs. People who would need more benefits and options could choose more elaborate plans but pay higher premiums. The Gore-Democrat plan will add prescription drug benefits to Medicare. People over age 65 who have incomes below the poverty line would get free prescription drugs. The rest of the elderly would pay between $25 and $44 a month for coverage which would pay half of all prescription drug costs up to $5,000 per year, with the recipient paying the remaining half. Any yearly prescription expense over $5,000 per year, with the recipient paying the remaining half. Any yearly prescription expense over $5,000 would be paid in full. As a family physician for 40 years, I have first hand knowledge of the anxieties encountered by the elderly when it comes to prescription drug costs. The BushRepublican plan is very vague. The Gore-Democrat plan rests on the solid foundation of Social Security and Medicare. I know it sounds partisan but, for true family values and the best overall interests of the elderly, the Democratic ticket of GoreLieberman and Senator Robb is the way to vote in November. Werner Krebser, M.D. Huntly Political records For those who would like to have a detailed, in-depth account of Governor George W. Bush's record on all aspects of government in Texas, our library has a copy of Shrub, by Molly Ivins, a Texan who has studied that record. Ms. Ivins describes Governor Bush's record on the environment, education, health care (with special emphasis on the children's health care program, which he tried unsuccessfully to limit), and the economy. She also details the record of his military service during the Vietnam War, and his various business ventures, including the financial help he received from his family, and a miscellany of corporate backers. All of this material has a direct bearing on the fitness of Governor Bush to assume and fulfill the responsibilities of the Presidency. One should read this book before making judgments on the merits of Governor Bush and his record. One will see, for example, that though Ms. Ivins gives him good marks on education, his "compassion" is directed, not to the children of Texas, but to the oil companies. Incidentally, some one has remarked that the Republican slate is really diverse this year, in that Governor Bush and Mr. Cheney represent different oil companies. Lee Bird Washington I reply "Not on your Life" Reading the advice of Chi Hsing Tzu in last week's letters, I was not surprised that the Gore people would be delighted to have Mr. Bush stop campaigning and just stay home to "stand immobile "like a cock of wood.” For one thing it would make the original stiff, A1 Gore, look less conspicuous, and for another, it would mean that Gore could cut back on the campaign trail. He wouldn't have to do so much traveling, so much talking, or so much money raising, although heaven knows he doesn't have much to worry about there, with the Chinese as willing, it would appear, to contribute money as wisdom to his efforts. However, rivalry poses more questions for humans than it does for birds. No fighting cock ever has to worry about his opponent's ability to lie as he breathes, turn his coat at the drop of a hat, or set new records in hypocrisy, all of which A1 Gore can do, has done, is doing, and will continue to do, unless Mr. Bush can be persuaded to remove himself from the field. Chi Hsing Tzu said "Not yet."? I say, "Not on your life." Edith Pond Sperryville ** K ' " - - V- I-;--" _ : ’ ;,-J- j.4}' m Hi www.timescommunity.com Check out our web site for breaking news, movie listings and more! i ; :!4 >■ M ■ < }<>> '} : »** ' y • y .. .."*' S t *■>„ ■ • I . A, A A % v 1' r*- • • ^ .- i.. mmmm ■ &r; > I 4' ■<*-? >/ v: ,'v'' 4: ’ j cl;*ss< -5 .' ■ ■■* ■ *' *: ;1*'- ' -*■ ^ 1 A i Rappahannock's population: too few? By Don Audette Rappahannock News Writer What should be the population of Rappahannock County? 5,000? 50,000? 500,000? In 1999, we had an estimated population of 7,664 people. Since the area of the county is 267 square miles, we had a population density of 29 people per square mile. By comparison, Fairfax County had 927,895 people. Fairfax County has an area of slightly more than 294 square miles, and thus a population density of 3,156 people per square mile. Twenty-nine people per square mile versus 3,156 people per square mile. Quite a difference. One way to zero in on a reasonable number of people in Rappahannock County is to use the Goldilocks Methodology. Goldilocks was very good at making judgments. When she entered the cottage of the three bears she encountered three bowls of porridge. One was too hot, one too cold, but the last one, she decided, was just right. Same with the three beds: one was too hard, the next too soft, but the last one was just right. ine uoiuiiocks metnoa allows us to dox in some answers on population and population density. What is too few people in Rappahannock County? What is too many? What is just right? We ll discuss this in a series of articles, exploring some side issues as well. We start with too few people. What if there were no people in the county, just plants and wildlife? The answer? There would be no Rappahannock County. Counties were, and are, created to provide certain governmental services to people. If • there were no people, there would be no need for a Rappahannock County. The Virginia General Assembly would simply split Rappahannock County up amongst the neighboring counties. How about one person? Has one individual ever lived in a very large area all alone? Yes, it has happened, but not in Virginia. It occurred on the island of Lubang in the Philippines, 75 miles southwest of Manila, after World War II. Four Japanese soldiers refused to surrender and took to the mountains on the island. One soon surrendered, two were subsequently killed, but a fourth, Lt. Hiroo Onoda held out, alone in the end, for close to 30 years. He defended an area of about 100 square miles, patrolling it on foot. Read his story, "No Surrender: My ThirtyYear War." It proves that one person can control a large area, even under hazardous conditions. Could a man or woman live like that in Rappahannock County, constantly running down Route 211, or Route 522, or any of the other roadways leading into the county, always on the alert for intruders? What would the General Assembly in Richmond think of that? Without a doubt, the General Assembly would cause Rappahannock County to become "extinct," which is the word used in Virginia when a county is eliminated. Rappahannock County's land would be split up amongst neighboring counties. This brings us to our first civic lesson. Counties exist because the state creates them. A county is nothing but a territorial subdivision of the state. Counties exist to administer locally the general powers and policies of the state. area, unite the whole or a part of it with another municipality, repeal the charter and destroy the corporation. All this may be done, conditionally or unconditionally, with or without the consent of the citizens, or even against their protest. In all these respects the State is supreme, and its legislative body, conforming its action to the state constitution, may do as it will, unrestrained by any provision of the Constitution of the United States.*..The power is in the State, and those who legislate for the State ; are alone responsible for any unjust or oppressive exercise of it." This means Rappahannock County could be eliminated at the stroke of a pen. Maybe for having too small a population. We are looking for a crossover point. How much is too few? Let's bump the population density up a bit. What if Rappahannock County changed its Comprehensive Plan and instead of 1 declaring itself a scenic county, it called itself a prehistoric county. The population could be made up of hunter-gatherers. This was the prevalent form of society 10,000 years ago. In an area like Rappahannock County, it probably took seven square miles to support one individual by the killing of game within a trek of one or two miles, plus the gathering of nuts, berries, fruit, and seeds. Since Rappahannock County has 267 square miles, it could support a population of 38 ner>nl#> Would a population density of 0.14 persons per square mile satisfy Richmond? No. It is interesting, though, to note huntergatherer societies were self-sustaining. Population levels remained level. Birth rates were low to balance available resources. Also, men and women were equal. Property and knowledge were shared by all. There were no rich, no poor. Individual tribes or bands were small, running about 25 to 100 people. As a result, conflicts were rare. People moved from place to place and thus did not decimate any local animal or plant population. More importantly, people knew their terrain like the back of their hand and they lived with, and were extremely observant of, nature. Their lives depended on keeping things in balance. But this is Rappahannock County in 2000 AD, not the Kalahari in 8000 B.C. No one is going to sit around a campfire, gnawing on freshly killed meat, scarfing down nuts and berries. We need e-mail. How about shifting the focus? Use 500 people as the optimum size of a town or village. Five hundred people has been found to be about the maximum number of individuals that can be recognized by one another over time in one place. For example, some feel that the principal of a school can recognize 500 students, or a pastor can recognize 500 church members. Using this criterion, and assuming people live in and around the county's five villages, we arrive at a population of 2,500 people. Will this do? Or is it still too few? Does the Commonwealth of Virginia have any legal minimum population for a county? Is there a minimum area? Next time, a suggestion on what might be "too few" people. It is also more convenient for the state to have someone locally take care of local matters. All local governments, whether counties, incorporated towrts and cities, special districts, etc., exist solely at the pleasure of the state. This concept is hundreds of years old and applies throughout the United States. It was mostly bluntly stated in a 1907 court case (Hunter v. City of Pittsburgh): "The State...at its pleasure may modify or withdraw all powers, may take without compensation property, hold it itself, or vest it in other agencies, expand or contract the territorial RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY POPULATION 1840*2000 Mosby Monument memorial service set By Sam Riggs Rappahannock News Writer On Sept. 23, 1864 terror :ame to the small village of Front Royal. On that day aetween 80 and 100 Rangers if Col. John S. Mosby’s 43rd Battalion Virginia Cavalry jntered the town to disrupt :he supply lines of General Sheridan’s Valley Army, who it that time were battling Gleneral Early's Southern farces in the main Shenandoah Valley. This raid against the Yankees, by Mosby’s forces, wasn't any different than the lozens of other successful •aids the Rangers had accomalished in the passed 18 ■nonths of their existence. When this day would end one )f the most tragic episodes luring the war would occur. After setting up their imbush and engaging the memy's ambulance train Vlosby's Men realized that ;hey were being surrounded ay General Wesley Merritt's Cavalry Division, who was folowing the ambulances. Vlosby's retreat became a runling gunfight towards their escape route, Chester Gap. During this action six of Mosby's Men were unhorsed, captured and executed without a trial. Four of these were shot before the citizens of the town under the cruelest circumstances. The other two captives were offered freedom if they would disclose Mosby ’s headquarters. They refused and were hanged on a walnut tree, which stood on the hill just north of town. The true horrors of war came to Front Royal. Mrs. Sallie Davis-Roy, a child resident of Front Royal who witnessed the drama on Sept. 23, 1864, best describes how the citizens felt. Years later she still remembers the terror, the shouts and the gunfire. "The Dark Day of 1864 is photographed in my memory", she wrote, "I have often wished I could blot it out, for it clouded my childhood." All roads led to Front Royal on Sept. 23, 1899, when over 3,000 people converged on the town for an important ceremony. Representing nearly every Southern State and some as far north as New York, they had come to unveil the lofty monument erected by the survivors of Mosby's celebrated Rangers in memo ry of their comrades who had been captured and executed by the Federals exactly 35 years before. The Ladies' Warren Memorial Association and the William Richardson Camp, United Confederate Veterans, assisted in preparations for the unveiling occasion. The orator of the day was Judge A.E. Richards, a distinguished lawyer of Louisville, Ky., who had been a Major in Mosby's Battalion. Sept. 23, 2000 represents the 101st anniversary of the unveiling of the Mosby Monument in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Front Royal. The Warren Rifles Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, successor of the Memorial Association, and the Col. John S. Mosby Camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, successor of the United Confederate Veterans, will co-host this Memorial Ceremony to these gallant men who made the ultimate sacrifice. The services will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Mosby Monument in Prospect Hill cemetery. The public is invited to attend.

^T-.i JX81Q Sale Ends 9/25/00 i&tiiiJ.fikjacotAi.. < Return From Page A1 The initial estimate of the height Of the replacement tower was 180 feet, but subsequent analyses have indicated that a smaller tower would be acceptable, and both the town and the county are awaiting an updated request. Town attorney Bennett reported that the Town's zoning ordinance, passed after the existing tower was emplaced, restricts the height of structures in the Tbwn to 45 feet. Though the ordinance recognizes "grandfathered" use, nonconforming use is acceptable "as long as it continues uninterrupted." The replacement of the existing tower with one significantly larger would not then be permitted under the existing ordinance, and would be allowed only through the adoption of a new ordinance by the Town Council. Treasurer’s report Treasurer Elaine Viguerie COOTER From Page A1 be playing three sets, has nine members that play a variety of music including honkytonk, bluegrass, rockabilly and swinging country. Band members are James Bailey, Ron Reedy, Robbie Meadows, Scott Linton, Brian Duncan, Tim Prince, Clorissa Linton reported on the Town's finances, noting consolidated assets of $524,797.53, up more than $20,000 from that reported in August, and Water Works assets of $10,730.73 through the end of the August period. Other activities • Mayor Willis provided copies of a bill from PEMCO Lighting Products for the rewiring of one of the street light assemblies so that it could accommodate a 100 watt bulb. The Mayor had expected that PEMCO would perform this service at no cost in an effort to end the problems that have plagued the street lights since they were installed. On the advice of Mr. Bennett, the Town will not pay this bill ($267.91), but will instead attempt to negotiate a settlement with the company since the lights have never functioned properly. The rewiring of all of the street lights would cost approximately $15,000, based upon the PEMCO bill received. • Mayor Willis said that and Lisa Meadows. These band members have played with some of the biggest names of country and bluegrass music, including Patsy Cline, Roger Miller and the Country Gentlemen. Throughout the festive afternoon fund raiser, guests will be able to buy desks, chairs, office equipment and an archival storage system for the society or donate a dollar amount toward the purchase Saturday, September 30,2000J Frying Pan Park • Herndon, Virginia For Information & Catalogs: (800)240-7900 r!H Professional PO Box 1390 • t-eesburg, Virginia 20177 (703) 777 6975 • Fax: (703) 777 5580 AUdlON SERVICES, INC. VA Auction firm ] FANTASTIC AUCTION! 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GRAHAM, AARE va lic. #1954 Located at: THE SUTHERLAND AUCTION CENTER 128 W 18th St., Front Royal, VA (540) 635-9373 For Pictures & Further Info.w ww.grahamauctioneers.com Charlie Tompkins had sent an e-mail to him regarding the continuing Fourth of July, festival problem areas: one is. an acceptable location for storage of the fireworks, and the second is the need for training and licensing of those who set off the fireworks. J£ these two problems cannot be. resolved, the Town may have* to hire a licensed company to set off the firewqrks at next, year's event. • As a result of a preliminary site inspection, the Town received a budget estimate of $266,000 for the design and construction of a> new reservoir and pumfK house. ‘ • The Council approved an amended bid of $24,000, from Country Water Systems, for increasing the pumping capacity of Town Well #1 and performing required site work.' Country Water System's,* earlier bid of $19,000 did no£ include site work. • The Council reappointed Jean Goodine to a new four year term of the Town Planning Commission. ’ of such an item. Each purchaser's generosity will be memorialized by a small brass marker placed on his or her desk, chair or filing cabinet. Madison’s Pig & Steak is’ providing the picnic food which includes ribs, pork barbecue, chicken, potato salad,; coleslaw, baked beans, cookies, ice tea and lemonade. Guided tours of Montpelier will start at 2 p.m. with docents taking guests through parts of the 110 foot long mansion. Those on tour will see the mansion s porticoes and colonnade and other architectural treasures, including the restored grand staircase and the old stone-walled kitchen with brick flooring and huge fireplaces on the ground floor. This is the first time the Montpelier mansion has been open to the public since it was vandalized in May. It belongs to the four daughters of the late James W. "Jim Bill" Fletcher, who was a prominent landowner and lawyer. An estimated $200,000 worth of damage was done to the property which was unoccupied at the time. i ne * letcner daughters generously have donated the use of Montpelier and its grounds for the fund raiser which follows by one day a family wedding there. They also have donated the use of a big white tent and many catering supplies. The community of Rappahannock County was so outraged by the vandalism that citizens and organizations have pledged $33,300 for the arrest and conviction of those responsible. The Rappahannock Sheriff s Office and the Virginia State Police are working on the case. Tickets, which can be purchased at the event, dre $25 per adult; $15 for students. Children under 10 are free. They also can be purchased ahead of time at the following places: Settle's Grocery ahd Garage, Old Sperryville Bookshop, Hackley's Country Store, F. T. Valley Grocery, Talk of the Town, Rappahannock News, Rappahannock Clerk's Office, and the Rappahannock Historical Society. RECYCLE Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE Announcing our new location in Culpeper,.. 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE * r'v INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordahle, Quality Legal Services Since 1975

I t ; • Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 Countryside Section B t September 20, 2000 ; Citizen of the Week Kenner P. Love Occupation: Rappahannock County Extension Agent, ANR Crop and Soil Sciences Hometown: Washington Accomplishments: Kenner Love joined the Rappahannock County Cooperative Extension in October 1994 as an agriculture agent. He came to Extension after serving as the district programs manager for the Culpeper Soil and Water District for seven years. Extension allows him the opportunity to continue his career interest in the areas of agriculture, natural resources and 4-H. Mr. Love is a 1985 graduate of Virginia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture education. He also earned a master's degree in public administration at Virginia Tech. Originally from Grayson County in southwest Virginia, Mr. Love feels at home in Rappahannock County. He and wife, Kim reside near Washington with their two sons, Grayson,who is five and Jacob, 22 months. They are members of Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington. In his spare time, Mr. Love enjoys grouse hunting, biking, snow skiing and gardening. Anyone seeking gardening, farming or orchard information should call Mr. Love at the Rappahannock Extension Office. Weekend Picks Flower show scheduled A standard flower show will be presented by the Culpeper Garden Club at the Culpeper Baptist Retirement Community on Route 15 south. The show, "250 Years and Growing" will be open to the public, free of charge on Friday, Sept. 22 from 1:30 to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to the usual horticulture and design divisions, a division of special exhibits will include those by residents of the Baptist Retirement Community. RoughRide this Saturday Join a group of enthusiastic cyclists in the heart of Rappahannock County, Virginia for the fourth annual RoughRide on Saturday, Sept. 23. which will feature 12, 35 or 60-mile paved tours and 20 or 30-mile paved and unpaved courses for the rough and rugged. To pre-register send $20 for adults and $15 for children under 12 to 479 Dearing Road, Huntly, Va. 22640. All proceeds to benefit the Fauquier Free Clinic, Inc. For more information, call 540-6751942 or e-mail jdixon @ unicwash.org. House tour, flower sale planned By Bettte Mahoney Rappahannock News Writer The women of Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington, Va. are again getting ready for the annual dried flower sale and house tour. One of Rappahannock County's major fall season events, it will be held this year on Oct. 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Oct. 22 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. This year will be the 44th year for the seasonal event that attracts people from all over the area to view a selection of country homes, tour the lovely countryside, and purchase beautiful flower arrangements. In the last 43 years over one hundred thirty houses have been shown and thousands of arrangements have been sold. This year the event is co-chaired by Louise Ellis and Judy Tole. Three houses, selected by the churchwomen, will be on the tour: (A) Potter’s Ridge, a handmade house nestled in deep forest, owned by Jeanne Drevas and Carl Aplin; (B) Sharp Rock Farm, located in an unspoiled rolling valley at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains next to the Hughes River, owned by David and Marilyn Armor; and (C) The Segala House, a renovation of the Piedmont School built in 1850, owned by Roger Segala. Tea and sandwiches, included in the $15 price of admission, will be served from 2-5 each day at the Middleton Inn, a bed and breakfast owned by Ms. Mary Ann Kuhn. Prior to the weekend of the event, members of the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of Trinity Church are also involved in developing the brochure that describes the event, distributing brochures, preparing publicity, and preparing the scripts for each of the houses on the tour. Volunteers are solicited from the Photo courtesy of Bette Mahoney GETTING READY: Ladies are preparing for the annual dried flower show, left to right, Lois Snead, one of the original floral arrangers is still doing floral arrangements; Judy Tole and Louise Ellis, co-chairs of this year's event; the Rev. Jennings Hobson III from Trinity Church and Charlotte Laing, a floral arranger among the floral resources. church and community to assist in hosting houses, placing signs, and parking at each of the houses. Preparation of flower arrangements takes the greatest time and requires the most skill. A select mixture of wild and cultivated flowers is gathered from field, garden and greenhouse. Many women and men of the church and community have been growing flowers this summer, as well as selecting wild flowers and foliage for drying. Drying technologies vary from plant to plant and employ methods that the churchwomen have developed over time. Arranging flowers this year will be done on the second floor of Trinity House and then brought to the Parish Hall for the sale. In prior years, both arranging and the sale of flowers made the Parish Hall unusable for other events during the arranging season. Right now, the women of ECW are making sure that all will be in readiness. The house tour and flower sale is their principal fundraiser, and underwrites the broad array of community outreach activities undertaken throughout the year by the churchwomen. Descriptions of the selected tour houses and information on ticket purchases can be gotten at Trinity Church in Washington and many of the local commercial enterprises. "Love and Loss”at the Opera" Saturday, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. Some familiar and some lesser known music from opera will meld with a couple of piano solos in a recital at The Theatre at Washington, Va., to be heard on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 8 p.m. Although the program is heavily weighted to the much loved arias of composers such as Mozart, Puccini, and Verdi, unusual interest is anticipated in a work titled "Ambassador of Loss" by the contemporary composer Robert Johnson. Jacqueline Neimat, a beautiful soprano who is becoming increasingly known in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, performed recently at Strathmore Hall in Maryland, as well as at several embassies in the nation s capital. Tenor Paul Mcllvaine has sung with The Washington Opera, The Virginia Opera, and The Opera Orchestra of New York. He was tenor soloist in a performance of the Schumann Requiem at Carnegie Hall, and has been a soloist with the Paul Hill Chorale. Pianist George Peachey is well known to Washington, D.C., audiences for his many performances as collaborative pianist and as a soloist. Among the venues where he has appeared in concert are the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater, the Phillips Collection and the Corcoran Gallery. The piano solos which he will play at The Theatre on Sept. 23 are by Mozart and Chopin. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students. Reserved seating. For reservations or information about the Theatre's fall schedule, phone (540) 675-1253 or send e-mail to TheatreVA@aol.com. CvTTTZ rm TTTT‘TTT~rgl Jacqueline Neimat George Peachey Paul Mcllvaine "Keeping the Faith"romantic .• * '.V comedy ■■ 4 triangle at | Theatre 5 By Rosie Day j Rappahannock News Writer In New York, two boyhood friends now in their thirties - a*’3 young, aggressively modern '5 rabbi (Ben Stiller) and a quiet, * traditional priest (Ed Norton) - fall in love with the woman 3 (Jenna Elfman) they loved as a*girl years before. The story of this romantic 4* comedy, concocted by Norton and a college friend, Stuart " Blumberg, may be movie-ish, ^ even gimmicky, but scene by scene the film plays well, " sometimes extremely well, % with lots of goofy and charm- £ ing detail. * 3 In particular, Jenna 2 Elfman has a radiant glow. As ^ a grownup, she’s a tough corporate executive with an I earnest and soulful side. .3 She is a perfect burst of ,4 sunshine, too. Her cheery pres- £ ence is easily enough to justify « two men fighting each other - for her favor. > ~ In his first directorial--! effort, Norton, an intense?-! young actor, shows a flare for'”? romantic longing and an appreciation of the landscapes ^ and moods of Manhattan. -4 Look for a good running joke about a trading-card series call "Heroes of the Torah" - Jews in dark hats and beards who have been placed on collectors' cards like ball § players. Desson Howe of The Washington Post points out that there is some strong lan- i guage and sexual situations in this film that might have mer- H ited an R rating if the charac- 4 ters had been French. RAAC will present this ; lively movie at 8 p.m., Sept. 22 4 at The Theatre on Gay Street. 4 (PG-13, 129 minutes) 4 • 4 . -.• ...

. w r ?,% " -v;■*; ';s^y Church ^ Activities Homecoming at Flint Hill Homecoming services will be observed at the Flint Hill Methodist Church on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 11 a.m. The Rev. A.D. Goodson, former pastor, will be preaching. Lunch will be served following the morning worship. Current pastor, Rev. Merlin Shorb and the congregation extends an invitation to all to attend. 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. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.Q. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Catholic classes to begin Catholic Inquiry Classes will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church on Wednesday evenings, beginning Sept. 27 at 7:30. Topics will include: What makes the Catholic Church different from the other Christian religions? Does the church discourage people from reading the Bible? Why do Catholics "have to confess their sins to a priest"?, as well as many others. All are welcome, including those who are skeptical, simply curious, or who might want to consider becoming Catholic (if the answers make sense). For more information contact Father Jerry Pokorsky at 675-3432. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Roger L. Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Reynolds Memorial Baptist - j Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Thursday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. Fellowship group to meet The New Harvest Christian Fellowship is presently meeting at the Viewtown Store with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10:30 and evening service at 7. Amid-week service is held in various homes in the community. For more information call 937-9993 or 937-5210 or 937-4929. Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bethel Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Forrest Freeman Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. 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. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Sept. 24 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. Hope Hill Baptist Pastor: Rev. Milton Switzer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a m. Evening Service 7 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. James W. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bible School 7 p.m. FT Baptist Pastor: Rev. Douglas Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service 7 p.m. Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Hopeivell Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Henry A. Townes Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Young ladies of St. Peter s Mission establish Devotional Society By Valerie Scadden Rappahannock News Writer On Sunday, Sept. 17, about 15 young ladies and girls established the "Daughters of the Little Flower" at St. Peter's Mission in Washington. The society was established for purposes of spirituality, devotion, apostolic action and recreation. A main spiritual goal is imitate Mother Teresa's life of virtue (which was inspired by St. Therese of Liseaux, affectionately called the "Little Flower") and to pray for her canonization. Mother Teresa, who died in 1997, was the foundress of the Missionaries of Charity, an order of nuns dedicated to work among the "poorest of the poor." St. Therese was a Carmelite nun who died in 1897 at the age of 24. She is the Church's patroness of missionaries because of her prayers for priests, especially those who were missionaries. She is one of the most beloved modem saints. The organizing president of the group is parishioner Alexandria Scadden, age 11, under the guidance of moderator Mrs. Valerie Scadden. During the meeting, the girls tentatively identified several specific goals: monthly confession, first Friday devotions followed by a social; preparing the altar linens for Mass; bake sales to raise money for the missions; exercises of virtue; visiting the sick of the parish; planning devotions to celebrate the liturgical year; and, organizing picnics. St. Therese became a saint by being "ordinary." She herself describes her method of the spiritual life as the "Little Way." Her "Little Way" had three great points. The first point is that sanctity does not have to be in doing spectacular things as used in the way the world Photo courtesy of Rev. Jerry J. Pokorsky * ASSEMBLED: Fifteen young ladies established a Devotional Society at St. Peter's Mission on Sunday, Sept. 17. understands it. The second point, and perhaps the core of her plan, is to maintain a relationship with God like that of a small child. The third point is her devotion to the Holy Face, the essence of which was an attempt to draw close to the suffering of Christ and to see in all forms of suffering His own. St. Therese writes, "Holiness is not found in such and such a practice; it consists in a disposition of heart that makes us humble and little in the arms of God, conscious of our weakness, and confidenteven boldly so- of His fatherly goodness." The young ladies of St. Peter's agreed to hold periodic meetings to support one another in accomplishing these goals. They plan to begin each meeting with a prayer composed by Mother Teresa, ’Do It Anyway" People are often unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered; Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives; Be kind anyway. If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies; Succeed anyway. If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you; Be honest and frank anyway. What you spend years building, someone could destroy overnight; , , Build anyway. If you find serenity and., happiness, they may be jeal-1 ous; Be happy anyway. ,, ’ The good you do today, pep-. t pie will often forget tomorrow;, Do good anyway. Give the world the best you have,and it may never be enough; , , Give the world the best, you 've got anyway. You see, in the final analy*, sis,it is between you and God; ' It was never between youand them anyway. St. Peter's is a mission church of Precious Blood' Church in Culpeper. Its territory covers all of Rappahannock County. • '• Normans attend parties, cookouts Dan and Bessie Norman recently attended birthday parties for their grandsons, Will and Wade Norman within the last two weeks. Friday night they were invited to a cookout given by their son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Teresa Norman in Front Royal. Ken, Fran, Will, Wade and Wyatt Norman of Washington were also there to join in the fun. Die, Michele, Walter Milton, Richard and Rena Burke and John and Debbie Suche all had dinner Sunday at Big Meadows and enjoyed views on Skyline Drive. They also visited the Harry F. Byrd Visitor Center. June Clark and Misty Hitt were among those attending a baby shower for Lisa Releford at Hope Hill Baptist Church Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Joel Daczewitz returned home on Sunday afternoon from a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Philip Daczewitz and daughter in Fayettsville, Pa. Woodville residents are reminded of the Rappahannock Historical Society fund raiser on Sunday, Sept. 24 from 2 to 6 p.m. The event will take place at Montpelier in the F.T. Valley Dn Route 231. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the gate. Have a great week and give me a call with your community news. 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He gave us every reason to arise with a smile, for as we open our eyes, we open the gift of a new day...a fresh start...another chance to begin anew. In Psalm 30:5 we read, ‘Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning." Yes, most of oar concerns seem to take on a more positive note in the freshness of the morning. This Sabbath, arise and visit God’s house. Worship Him and study His Word. Sing God's praises and fellowship with His children who worship with yon. Thank the Creator for each day...and thank Him for the gift of morning. Scriptures Selected by The American Bibb Society CopyngW 2000, Ktisi* Williams Newspaper Sennets, P O Bo* 8005. 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Sycamore School - a part of history The new addition to the Rappahannock High School is almost completed, and the students are getting settled into their daily routine. Earlier days in the county were quite different. There were several one room schools. The students shared one teacher with grades one through seven. Sycamore School was a one room school located on Route 600 in what was known then as Sycamore Hollow, Rappahannock County. Now its’ known as Sv/indler Hollow. It was closed in 1939 with Miss Mary Miller Wood being the last teacher who taught there for the last two years. > f-i ISperryville By SALLY KEYSER ?i\ 987-8471 When it closed, the students were then transported to the Sperryville School, now Faith Mountain. One of the teachers, Miss Ivy Bruce would go beyond her teaching duties and taught the girls at recess how to sew, crochet, and embroidery. She was preparing them for what they needed for their future years. The records of this school go back to at least 1900, when 9 Miss Lily O'Bannon was the teacher, and there were 26 students. The original school was torn down and a new one built. This one has been converted into a private home for a longtime county resident. As the song goes, "quite a few things have changed since way back then." You can tell with the nights cooler that fall is upon us. The trees are showing some shades of yellow, especially in the willow, walnut and sycamore. Reds are also showing in the dogwood. As of now, we have not had frost but the change takes place with less day light hours. Since the first of July we started loosing one minute in the morning and one minute in the evening. This makes the days shorter by thirty minutes per month. Viewtown highlights ;. The Ernest Dodson family reunion was held Sunday, Sept. 17 at the Rappahannock Park. There were approximately 100 in attendance and everyone had a great time and beautiful weather. Get well wishes are extended to Mrs. Shirley Dodson, who has been ill. Congratulations To Timothy W. Zim who received an award from James Madison University. m** K 1 I" i Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON t; 937-4904 ■ Prayers go out to Randy Smith who is home after surgery and also to his mother, Mrs. Louise Smith who has been ill. Happy anniversary wishes are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Komar, who will celebrate 25 years. • Exciting news for youth, dges 10-18 of the Culpeper and Rappahannock areas. .Come join us at Youth Alive of Amissville, an exciting new youth ministry with contemporary Christian music and dwesome Bible teaching. Youth Alive meets at the Viewtown Store on Saturdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Subs, pizza, snacks and [drinks will be available for purchase following the meeting. For more information call fcent and Mary Jo Willoughby at 937-4929 or Duane and Joyce Willoughby at 937-5210. Photos courtesy of Lee Cornell LONG AGO: The original Sycamore School in Old Hollow was in existence from at least 1900 until 1939. Miss Ivy Bruce was the teacher when this photo was taken. Students right to left, first row: Robert Johnson, Vergie Frazier, John Marshall Clark (head turned), Hilda Atkins, Helen Leake and Madaline Leak; second row: Florene Clark (half face), Edith Cornell, Cora Leak, Emma Cornell, Lois Clatterbuck, Laura Clatterbuck, Tennie Clatterbuck and Emma Clatterbuck: third row: Lucy Dodson, Archie Clatterbuck, Audio Frazier, Elmer Bailey, Lanny Clatterbuck, Marvin Clark, Ruth Frazier and Frances Leake. With the total loss of daylight hours at two and a half up to the present. The days will continue to shorten until Dec. 21, making this the shortest day of the year. You can watch the mountain each day and see the change in color taking place. No two days are the same, so enjoy each one. The Sperryville United Methodist Church will be having a guest speaker Sunday, Sept. 24 at 11:15. Everyone is invited. The Payne reunion was held last Saturday at the Rappahannock Park with a large group attending. The day was beautiful and everyone had a great time. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser met Mr. Calvin Powell and Ms. Donna Leonard of Lynchburg on Saturday at the Wood Grill Restaurant in Charlottesville for lunch. Calvin and Daniel were stationed together when they were in the Army. They enjoyed telling Army stories and being together again. Ms. Debbie Keyser of Winchester visited Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser. Tiffany Wayland and friends, Nia and Demi Genther of Strasburg were ballet participants in Three Billy Goats Gruff last Wednesday evening in Front Royal. Mrs. Florene Estes who has been a patient at Fairfax Hospital has been transferred to Overlook Care Center in Warrenton for therapy. We all wish you a speedy recovery. Call me with your news and make it a good week. Haden couple have baby boy William Brady Haden was born to Scott and Angela Haden and older brother, Taylor of Charles Town, W.Va. on Sept. 12. He weighed eight pounds and three ounces. Brady is the grandson of Kenneth and Elaine Hix of Washington and Tom and Ruth Haden of Inwood, W.Va. “We Service ALL Vacuums” ORECK ‘flNALWEfKK C | “Hi, I’m David Oreck. Bring in your old vacuum and receive up to a $50 trade-in on the purchase of a new Oreck upright/* PLUS Get the Oreck canister at no additional charge! Go to my factory-direct store and Try Before You Buv” Call 1-800-TRY-ORECK For other Metro DC Locations I Up to 18 months Financing with NO INTEREST! Open Sundays! Santa re Car Wash Car! D. Silver Parkwa Vitamin Shoppe Great Chpa Bank of Sports Authority 540-785-7666 (— JI475^CarlJXJSilverJ^arkwa^ in Central JPark Fredericksburg Buy 2 packs of any brand vacuum bags, get third pack FREE! (Free pack must be of equal or lower Clean & Tune Up Service! ■ j FREE! j j Carpet Stain Remover j I with any purchase $10 or I | more. I Upcoming Events Shooting match every Friday A shooting match will be held every Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Company. Rules are: 12 gauge shotguns, only restriction 36 inch barrels and 25 yards. For additional information call 937-4110. Fall festival planned for Amissville A fall festival is planned for the Amissville village and will be sponsored by Amissville Area Community Association, Lazy S Llama Ranch and the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department. The all day affair will be held Oct. 14 from 10 a m. to 5 p.m. The event will be a celebration of rural life in and around Amissville. Eleven different locations will be featured with events planned at all venues. Live music, crafts, food, children's activities, animal demos, 4-H displays, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Rappahannock Lions Club, Amissville Ruritans plus a lot more will be featured. For more information check the Amissville.com web site or call Victoria Miller at 937-4298 or Amy Hitt at 9373401. Cancer Society to sponsor program All Rappahannock citizens are encouraged to attend a program sponsored by the American Cancer Society Board of Rappahannock County. The program, Prostate - Cancer Concerns and Updates will feature speaker, Dr. David M. Pfeffer. The program will be held Thursday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. For more information contact Werner Krebser, MD at 631 -0821. Bike-a-thon scheduled Reynolds Memorial Church will be holding a bike-a-thon to raise money for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital on Saturday, Sept. 30. For more information call Karen Ellis at 9877212. Yoga with Lilo Do you want to be more flexible and feel better physically as well as mentally? Join us. Yoga with Lilo will be held at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington on Monday from 4:45 to 6:15 p.m. and on Thursday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Walk-ins are welcome. Call 675-3584 for more information. Berry family reunion set The family of James Adrian and Bertha Ellen Clark Berry would like to invite family and friends to their annual reunion Sunday, Oct. 1 at the Rappahannock Park near Washington. “Please bring a covered dish and join in the reunion," said a spokesperson. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Trail ride and picnic A family trail ride and picnic will be held Sept. 30 at Lizzard Run Farm in Flint Hill to benefit the Front Royal Oratorio Society. There will be two rides to choose from. The picnic will be held following the trail ride. All are welcome. Reservations required for meal count, picnic price is $15. For either ride, $30 per rider which includes picnic. Please feel free to bring your own food and drink to share or devour as you see fit. Contact Kell Achenback at 675-3095 for entry or more information. Crafters sought for festival The Sperryville Fire Department Auxiliary is looking for craft vendors for their fall festival on Oct. 14. Anyone who would like to be a participate of the festival should call Diane Weakley at 987-8275. There will also be a quilt contest as well as a pumpkin and apple pie contest. Anyone wishing to enter their homemade quilt or pie should call Marsha Thompson at 987-8530. No phone calls after 9 p.m. please. Pickin' party scheduled There will be a 4-H pickin' party at Hackley's Country Store in Amissville on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 2-4 p.m. Bring your instrument, singing voice and lawn chair for an afternoon of down home fun. Rappahannock 4-H will be selling raffle tickets for a 50/50 raffle and scarecrows and milk jug skeletons to welcome the fall season. All proceeds benefit the Rappahannock County 4-H program for supplies. For further information call the Rappahannock Extension Office at 675-3619 or Hackley's Country Store at 937-5373. Band Boosters to meet The Rappahannock County Band Boosters will meet Thursday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Rappahannock County High School in the new Band Room. Discussions will include the Spring Band Trip, upcoming fruit sales, etc. Everyone is invited. For information call Ginger Estes at 675-3464 or John Wiese at 937-9909. Aerobic classes underway On-going aerobic classes are held at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8:15 to 9:30. A total body workout which includes 30 minutes of low-impact aerobics, floor work, weights and yoga stretches. For information call Beth Levick at 635-6149. Karate classes underway Shorin-Ryu Okinawan Karate classes are currently underway at Ki Theatre in Washington. Junior classes will be held each Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. and adult classes from 6 to 7 p.m. For more information call Arthur Drago, 5th Dan, Sensei at 6357554 or Betsy Toth, 3rd Dan, Assistant at 349-0632. Lillard reunion slated The relatives/descendants of John Henry Lillard are invited are invited to attend a reunion at the Flint Hill fire hall on Sunday, Oct. 1 at 12:30 p.m. Please bring a covered dish. RAWL to hold fund raiser The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) is holding its 2000 fundraising event on Saturday, Oct. 14. The event will be a dinner with dancing and a silent auction. This will be RAWL's major fund-raising effort for this year. Tickets to the dinner, dance and silent auction will be $75 per person, all of which is tax-deductible. For information about the dinner, dance and silent auction call 636-3308. Garden Club to present show On Saturday, Sept. 30 from 2 to 6 p.m., the Madison Garden Club will present a flower show entitled, "An Autumn Day in Historic Rochelle". Arrangements will be showcased at the Ridgeview Bed and Breakfast, owned by Frank and Eldfcnor D'Amico and at Dark Horse Farm, owned by John and Jean Freeman. Also at the Mt. Nebo Lutheran Church Parish Hall there will be the horticulture specimens plus the special exhibits which will be the History of Rochelle, Native Plants Used by Native Americans and Gathering and Drying flowers. Refreshments will be served and a green offering available. Health screening programs set The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board invites persons 60 years of age and older to participate in the following Health Promotion/Screening Programs to be held at the Rappahannock Senior Nutrition Center: On Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. there will be two programs, one by Barbara Gentry on Stress and the second will be a program by Lora Bailey of Hospice of the Rapidan on "Dealing with Grief". If interested in attending any of these programs, contact Anita Richards at 825-3100, extension #3321. Supported in part by Piedmont United Way.

AACA officers to continue Hello everyone! I hope you all are enjoying the Olympics. I am, I like the swimming and the gymnastics. The Amissville Area Community Association held their monthly meeting on Sept. 14. Final festival plans were made and new officers were elected. Chairman Steve Miller, Vice-Chair Rick Kohler, Secretary Hal Hunter, and Amissville By AMY HITT 937-3401 Soccer League will be having booths as well. Don't forget to mark your calendar's for Oct. 14, rain or shine for Amissville's Fall Festival. The next meeting will be Nov. 9 and the Post Office representatives will be here. I will give you more details in the coming weeks. Amissville Baptist Church said good-bye to Pastor Vernon DeLong and lreasurer Margaret btrawser were all reelected. We thank these people for volunteering their time to serve. The Rappahannock Band Boosters will be having a yard sale at the Lazy S Llama Ranch on the day of the festival and they will also be performing. Happy Trails Entertainment will have a moon bounce at both the Llama Ranch and the festival grounds. Muskrat Haven will have it's haunted maze open, and Adams Custom Slaughter will be open from 8 a.m. to noon to purchase fresh meat. On the festival grounds there will be, lots of great food and entertainment along with some excellent crafts. Touchstone Farm will have wool for sale, S&S crafts will have many different articles, April Martin s Handmade Jewelry, Kenny Carter s Antique Toys, Amy Walsh is bringing hammocks, and Sandra Orye is bringing handmade quilts. Plus lots more crafts and demonstrations. Several area 4-H groups, Girl Scouts and The Lunch menus RCES Lunch: Monday, Sept. 25: Cheese pizfea, fresh veggies/dip, choice of fruit, garlic bread stick, choice of milk. Tuesday, Sept. 26: Hamburger on bun, potato rounds, veggies or fruit, yellow cake/choco, choice of milk. Wednesday, Sept. 27: Chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, veggies or fruit, hot roll/butter, choice of milk. Thursday, Sept. 28: Taco's, lettuce and tomato, veggies and fruit, garlic bread stick, choice of milk. wanaa tnis week. Lots ot tears were sned, along with a lot of good memories. We wish them well and look forward to whom God is sending to us. The Jr. High Youth Swim party is planned for Sept. 22 and the Sr. High Youth will be going on Sept. 29. If you would like more information, call the church office at 9376159. The youth meets on Sundays at 5 p.m. The Amissville Volunteer Fire Department is looking for donations for the Fall Auction on Oct. 7. Time to do the fall cleaning, clean out the basement, attic and garage. If you need something picked up call the station at 937-5125. Happy birthday wishes are extended to Carter Boldridge. A little bit of excitement today over at the Lazy S Llama Ranch, Pat Sher called me to help her and Charlie. They had two baby llamas bom at the same time. They now have three babies to name at the fall festival. She said there might be two or three more by then. Friday, Sept. 29: Barbecue on bun, french fries, cole slaw or fruit, sugar cookie, choice of milk. RCHS Lunch: Monday, Sept. 25: Chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese, vegetable sticks, chilled fruit, choice of milk. Tuesday, Sept. 26: Cheese pizza, buttered corn, homemade apple cobbler, choice of milk. Wednesday, Sept. 27: Chicken pattie on bun, french fries, chilled fruit, mini pretzels, choice of milk. Thursday, Sept. 28: Steak nuggets, macaroni and cheese, buttered limas, chilled fruit and milk, hot roll/butter. Friday, Sept. 29: Barbecue on bun, french fries/cole slaw, brownie, choice of milk. Sale Dates: Now through Sept. 23rd Full 3 Cu. Ft. Pine or Hardwood Mulch $ 2 58 PER BAG 5,000 Sq. Ft. Coverage Scott’s Lawn Fertilizer Blue Poly Storage Tarps 8x10' 6x8' $£38 $^98 10x12' ■■ *3® S3 Landscape Fabric 3’x50’ Roll Brown Jersey Chore Gloves 88 ONE PAIR 1 Cu. 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Their voices blend in smooth harmonies j accompanied by the talent- I ed and humorous drummer ' Lynn Hunt and the sultry saxophonist Anne Evans. Together they produce music uniquely blended into a rich, assertive sound that you'll want to experience. Singer, songwriter Chris Vogt has performed extensively during her college years in and around Penn State as a solo artist. Venues included coffee houses, benefits, and annual appearances at the Pennsylvania Arts Festival. Two of her songs achieved regional recognition after being recorded and published by a professional band, Cartoon, in 1983. She is thrilled to be collaborating on original compositions and is happy to be performing as a member of Breathing Room. Sally Twentey blames her music addiction on her own personal "Partridge family". She has played with a variety of groups from brass quintets to rock bands including the band InSight Out that recently played the Virginia Women's Music Festival. Her songwriting has been recognized in both the Alternative and Gospel categories in the Mid-Atlantic Songwriting Contest. Twentey holds a degree in Instrumental Music and enjoys playing acoustic guitar, cello, trombone, and bass in Breathing Room. Breathing Room’s percussionist, Lynn Hunt, came into this life "beating on drums". It's a family tradition, her father was a drummer and she can't remember a time when making music wasn’t a part of her life. Bongo's, djembe', trap set, shakers and triangle, you should see her living room. While growing up overseas, Hunt played with The Venus Fly Trap and more recently was the percussionist for the women's band InSight Out. Anne Evans has been involved in music her entire life which included training at Interlochen Arts Academy and the University of Michigan. A native Detroiter, she performed in the II V I Big Band and the Urbations, a well known motor city rock-n- Bill Kirchen first gained roll band of the 1980's. renown as lead guitarist and a Evans is one of vocalist for Commander Codv &F£ATHIN6. POOM & his Lost Planet ^ Airmen, \ t h | ■ r e n e » # g a d e f country rock bancT >t h a t1; > tuned’: U7 a wholf generak tion of * rock fans-* m into the* f joys of. u n v a r1.-1 nished coun the few western musicians playing the didgeridoo, an instrument of the Australian aborigines. In the fall of 1999, Breathing Room thankfully reignited her love of performing and creating music with others. Saturday, Sept. 23 Bill Kirchen plays American roots music and will be performing at Blue Moon Cafe this Saturday night, Sept. 23. A Titan of the Telecaster guitar (Guitar Player Magazine May 1998), he celebrates an American musical tradition where country music draws upon its origins in blues and bluegrass, and in the western swing of Texas and California honky tonks. try, boogie and rockabilly. It was the resonant twang of Kirchen's battered' Telecaster that drove "Hot Rod,. Lincoln" into the top ten ip 1972. Bill Kirchen and Too Mucfv. Fun won Roots Rock Album (Raise A Ruckus) and Instrumentalist of the Year at the Washington Area Music Awards in 1999, took home five Wammies in 1998, include ing Musician and Artist of the Year, was a multiple winner in 1997 and received ten awards, including Songwriter of the Year the previous year. A full touring schedule keeps Kirchen and the band on stage over 250 shows a year, so this Saturday evening when Bill Kirchen comes to Sperryville, make sure you're there! - . Bill Kirchen Financial Problems? 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and Connie Blank and Janet Torres, both of Westminister, Md.; two sons, Arthur E. Campbell Jr. of Baltimore, Md. and Elmer Keith Campbell of Stanley; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are four brothers, Kenneth Campbell of Washington, Jack Campbell, Robert Campbell and Ernest Campbell, all of Stanley and seven sisters, Marie Bailey of Baltimore, Md., Betty Hornsey of Maryland, Annette Alger of Martinsburg, W.Va., Stella Campbell and Brenda Breeden, both of Stanley and Edith Adams and Irene Jenkins, both of Luray. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, Sept. 7 at the Blue Ridge Pentecostal Church by the Rev. Aldine Pence, Rev. Kenzy Reed and Jackie Campbell. Burial was in Culpeper National Cemetery. Willie Hunter Born in county Willie D. Hunter, 83, died Aug. 11. Ms. Hunter was born in r Washington, Va. on July 18, 1917, the third child of the late William and Margaret Hunter. Ms. Hunter joined First Baptist Church in Washington, Va. as a young child and was educated at an early age in Washington. She then continued her education in Washington, D.C. She later joined Unity Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. She was president of the trustee auxiliary, one of the founding members of the Gospel Choi .s and served on many committees through the years. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by three sisters; two brothers and eight brothers-in-law. Survivors include five sisters, Mary Wilison of Bristol, Pa., Frances Faulk of Norfolk, Margaret Freeman of Warrenton, Hazel Cosfum of Lewisttown, Pa. and Joyce Beelham of Tampa, Fla. and a sister-in-law, Mary Hunter of Baltimore, Md. She was a mother to a host of nieces, nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews. She also had a special friend, Mary Beckwith of Washington, D.C. Edith Gordon Etlan resident Edith Virginia Gordon, 65, of Etlan died Sunday, Sept. 17 at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Born Oct. 12, 1934 in Madison County, she was the daughter of the late Elza Cave and Lula B. Cave. Mrs. Gordon was a retired employee of Reynolds Uniform Service of Culpeper. Survivors include her husband, Floyd C. Gordon of Etlan; one daughter, Joan Dudding and her husband Lane of Ruckersville; a son, Jackie Gordon and his wife Kathy of Etlan and five grandchildren. Also surviving. are four brothers, Glenn Cave of Slate Mills, Nelson Cave, Roy Cave and Wiliam Cave, all of Luray and one sister, Effie Ryder of Luray. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by a brother, Earl Cave. Funeral services were con ducted on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at the Preddy Funeral Chapel in Madison. Burial was in Etlan Cemetery. Anna Moznich Boston resident Anna Marie Moznich, 65, of Boston died on Thursday, Sept. 14 at her residence. She was bom Dec. 9, 1934 in Flushing, N.Y. to the late Rudolf Konig and Augusta Nahlik Konig. Ms. Moznich was a member of Precious Blood Catholic Church. She is survived by a son, Peter Moznich of Boston; a brother, Rudolf J. Konig of Charlottesville; a sister, Elizabeth Konig of Bethesda, Md. and a nephew, Stephen J. Konig of Roanoke. A mass of Christian burial was held Saturday, Sept. 16 at Precious Blood Catholic Church with Father Leo Zonneveld officiating. Interment followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Found and Sons Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Larne Welch Produce manager Larrie L. Welch, 65, of Flint Hill died Wednesday, Sept. 13 in Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, Sept. 16. at the Flint Hill United Methodist Church with Rev. Merlin Shorb. Burial followed in Flint Hill Cemetery. Mr. Welch was bom Aug. 16, 1935 in Rappahannock County, son of Guy and Lula Foster Welch. He was a produce manager for Safeway in Front Royal for U years and in Warrenton for 20 years. He was a member of the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire arid Rescue Squad. Surviving are his wife, Shelby Jean Pullen Welch; two sons, Steve Welch and his wife Mollie and Bryant Welch and hi‘s wife Holly; one brother, E.J. Welch of Flint Hill and four grandchildren, Amber Welch, Nathan Welch, Katie Welch and Emily Welch, all of Flint Hill. Pallbearers were Dale Welch, Roger Welch, Mike Welch, Wendy Davis, Timmy Jeffries and Kevin Jeffries. ' Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Flint Hill United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 363, Flint Hill, Va. 22627 or to the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 150, Flint Hill, Va. 22627. : Frances Brown Homemaker Frances Eastham Brown, 80, died on Aug. 31 in Norfolk, Conn, following a long illness. She was born in Washington, D.C. but spent ijiost of her childhood summers with her many cousins in Rappahannock County. After graduating from George Washington University, she worked for the Federal Housing Authority in D.C. until 4he married Nathaniel William Brown of Long Island, N.Y. In Connecticut she raised her six children and was an active volunteer for many Causes for the handicapped and retarded including Operation Head Start and the Jjitchfield Association for Retarded Citizens. She had been president of the latter organization. She also enjoyed gardening, baseball, traveling and crossword puzzles. She was the mother of Robert Brown, Julie Chamberland, Margaret Brown, Mark Brown and David Brown, all of Connecticut and Thomas Eastham Brown of Massachusetts. She was grandmother of Constance, Matthew, Lvdia and Isabel. * Her parents were the late kobert Francis and Mary Beale Browning Eastham of Flint Hill and Washington, D.C. She was predeceased by two brothers, Robert Browning Eastham and William Judson Eastham. A sister Lucy B. Eastham of Rockville, Md. survives. Services were held at Prospect Hill Cemetery in Front Royal with the Rev. Thomas Ryne officiating. Pallbearers were Robert Brown, Thomas Brown, Mark Brown, John Bagby Browning, Stephen Eastham and Laura Eee Brown. A memorial service will be held in Norfolk, Conn, at a later date. Iva Olli Retired accountant Mrs. Iva P. Olli, 81, of Front Royal died Thursday, Sept. 14 at Hospice of Northern Virginia in Arlington. Graveside services were conducted on Saturday, Sept. 16 at Stonewall Memory Garden in Manassas by Sammy Campbell. Mrs. Olli was born Feb. 8, 1919 in Flint Hill, daughter of the late Charles L. and Bertha Jones Pullen. She was a retired accountant for Riggs National Bank in Washington, D.C. She was a member of Flint Hill Baptist Church and the wife of the late Elmer J. Olli. Surviving are two brothers, Garnett Pullen of Hollywood, Fla. and Charles Pullen of Pembroke Pines, Fla. and a sister, Frances C. Robinson of Haymarket. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Arthur Campbell Carpenter Arthur Edward "Buss" Campbell, 71, of Stanley died on Tuesday, Sept. 5 at the Winchester Medical Center. He was born on March 4, 19129 in Pennsylvania and was a son of Mozetta Helen Morse Campbell and the late Elmer Edward Campbell. Mr. Campbell was an Army veteran of World War II and a carpenter. He was a’ member of the Blue Ridge Pentecostal Church. On March 4, 1948, he married the former Lola Anderson, who survives. Surviving in addition to his mother and wife are four daughters, Patricia A. Campbell of Stanley, Doris Bayles of Middleway, W.Va. {JnifiLiing by Randy Minter ACTING WISELY One of the distinguishing characteristics of the mature mind is that it takes into account the ramifications and repercussions of an act before undertaking it. Spontaneity may be welcomed in some things, but impulsive action that causes disharmony usually comes to no good. It has been said that no one lives in a vacuum, and we must take this fact into account when contemplating our conduct. As Joseph Hall once noted: “Fools measure actions, after they are done, by the event, wise men beforehand, by the rules of reason and right. The former look to the end, to judge of the act. Let me look to the act, and leave the end to God.” When we are unsettled by loss, it’s best to have support as we make decisions and figure out what to do. Strong feeling can make decision-making difficult - that’s where we can help. That doesn’t mean we have to like it, but those who seek a meaningful life often embrace this truth to better savor the time they have, rather than trying to prevent the losses that affect us all. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, you’ll find that we are good listeners, because we realize how much one experiences when going through a loss. Call us at 540-347-3431. 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See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd , Culpeper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday Cabinet maker Gene Lyman Cabinetmaker Repairs • Refinishinj; • Restorations • Reproductions 540-987-8443 Chimney Sweeping Relining OtrL Fully Insured 16 Sx^cUemu Bruce Vierling (540) 675-3508 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The One-Slop Stop lor complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Weidt* Treatments VMfceper • Sip Covets S Upholstery HmUmtU t CommmM RL 211 AmtwviN«,VA 937-5500 CLEANING Picture Perfect if Cleaning Residential Bonded & Insured 540-854-0751 “Wr Don't Leave Til CONSTRUCTION Joseph F. Keyser Building Construction Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 T.G. 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Full Service CPA firm Washington, Virginia (540) 675-2043 Driveway R-N-J Paving Company OrNwmys, pwfcng lots, grading, stone, sealings Free Estimates 651-0358 '889465-0358 ToMFw ENVIRONMENTAL PIEDMONT ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY Ag&Ulii Lee Highway ^8?%^ Washington, VA 22747 : Phone: 540-987-9441 Fax: 540-987-9443 E-mail: pec@crosslink.net PeJp Preger-v-e & Protect Our lend/ EQUIPMENT RENTAL PAGE CO-OP RENTAL CENTER 139 Virginia Avenue • Luray, VA 22835 (888) 843-2670 Seeders • Trencher • Chain Saws Jack Hammer • Pressure Washers Log Splitter • Generators Carpet Cleaners WHY BUY, WHEN YOU CAN RENT? Complete Small Engine Repair A Service EXCAVATING Specialized Backhoe BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane, Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 Dump Bushhogging Service True* Mowing Water, Utility, Gravel, Sand, Dirt Landscaping Drains Lines Topsoil & Mulch Snow Removal Footers & Hauling Culverts Driveways NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL TODD BROWN ENGINE REPAIR William’s Small Engine Repair Afilfriedseivcetorfam earner! lawn mowers, rotates weed eates, chain save&tactas 540-675-2330 EXCAVATING Keys Excavating ponds'driveways during * landscaping snowninoMl'bushhoghe We offer qualify work with years of experience. 540-987-9259 Vests Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Truck Hauling, Ditch Digging, Culverts, Mowing, Bushhogging & Driveway Grading, Fence Painting 675-1117 Furniture Restoration Rappahannock |Ki kmn nr KimiikmionI 540-937-6211 Fax: 540-937-7230 FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Barb Wire, Amencan Wire, Chain Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail Privacy Fencing Available Also Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-2688 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stone Restoration Patios, etc. (540) $47*3452 PAINTING Specialty Paint & Spackle Vinvl Siding Interior & Exterior Painting Full Service Experienced Gina Johnson 540-923 4652 PIANOS Tuning & Repair Certified Technician FREE Estimates Don Burke (540) 675-1937 (703) 850-3065 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE , Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, VA 987-8555 RESTAURANT THE COUNTRY CAFE MoretyThuxty8am.to8pm. FfktaySatuRty8&into9pm Surety 8 am. to 3 pm 675-1066 Take out Available STORAGE SPERRYVICLE STORAGE CO. Safe Handy Storage Residential fonncrdal RcMonable Kates 540/987-8507 Rt. ioo«. off r.s. tn SPERRn illE, VA TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONETV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shack Dealer. Kitchen Aid. Whirlpool & Roper Appliances 312 North Main St., Madison (540) 948-2200 STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storag Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Sizes Available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer acess, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. (540) 341-7000 Trash Service Rappahannock County • Weekly pickup • Residential only $15 a month Benji Woodward 540-937-5196 WATER TREATMENT WATER RIGHT Water Problems? 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Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Orderedit cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline tor that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you tor any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3.00p.m. Monday following the date of publication The Times will not accept liability for its failure, tor any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable m subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable tor the Quality of advertised products or services We Accept E3 til I I CD SCENIC WASHINGTON, VA, 2 BR apt, porches, washer, AC supurb mtn views, ample stor. $525/mo. 804-823-1520 3 BR, fully equipped kitchen, LR, DR, great rm, full w/o bsment w/2 car garage & deck. $900/mo. Avail 11/10. Dep. & refs reqd. 540937-5146. RAPPAHANNOCK CO. 4BR, 2 BA, 9 fenced acres. Horse barn, carport, garage, river frontage. 1st. & last mo. rent & sec. dep. No indoor pets.. $1100/mo. Calls taken at 1-301292-1916 between 1pm & 8pm only. DO YOU HAVE a house or cottage you’d like to reht to professionals with good references? Call 540-675-3800 X 46 INSIDE WARRENTON, Old Town, $149,900. Eleven year old 4BR, 3BA on quiet side street. Fenced back yard backs up to creek. Shade trees, elevated deck, rec. room w/ FP, workshop, offstreet parking. Wonderful neighbors. This is as good as it gets for under 160K. Job transfer compels this sale, otherwise no way. 540349-2449. BROAD RUN (Fauq. Co.) landscaped lot, 4BR, 2 V4BA, Ig. walk-in closet & Jacuzzi in MBR. $250K. 540-347-3283 208 Auction* V___> OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Auction Cedar Mtn. Campground 15.7065 ACRES FRIDAY, OCT. 6 • 10 AM 5 minutes south of Culpeper, VA. Call for details 540-825-9045 Culpeper Auction Assoc., Inc. #255 Broker Participation Invited BEAUTIFUL CHERRY CHINA cabinet, 2 piece, 4 doors, lighted, perfect cond. $1200. 540-349-8630 KING SIZE WATER bed with wooden frame & sheet set. heated. $50. 540-752-9558, leave message SOFA FRENCH PROV. elegant, custom, 3 cush., cranberry velvet, fruitwood. New cond. $750 540-349-8630 V___ J BEALETON, 9/23, 8-2. Crestwood Knolls Subd. 6625 Hanback Ct Something for everyone Collectibles, girls clothing (size 6-10), toys. HH , INVISIABLE FENCE DOG Contain. System, transmitter, receiver & collar. Full lifetime warr. Less than 1 yr old. Ask $700. 540-347-9876 Good Quality Wild Ginseng. Top Prices Paid. 540-948-4787. WANTED BOXWOOD CUTTINGS. We trim and pay you for the cuttings. Write or call Highlander & Sow, P.O. Box 272, Gordonsville, VA 22942 Phone, 540832-2175 Fax, 540-8322245. 290 Found ___> FOUND: Black streaks & gray & white, long hair, yellow eyes. Timid. Found on Old Culpeper Rd. (Rt. 29) 540-3491638. Or (or good home. FOUND, SMALL young male dog, brown & black bridle, Greenwich area. 703-204-5509 294 Qiveawaya V_”_J FREE FIREWOOD. 540347-7188 FREE HORSE MANURE. aged, great for gardening, minutes from Warrenton, you-haul. 540349-8777. Free to good home Chihuahua/terrier mix. 5 Vi yrs. ok), better with adults. Inside dog. 540351-0574 ask for Rachel. TO GOOD HOME, beautiful, long-haired tabby, Main Coon type, 8 yrs., spayed and shots. 540347-5738 ABC LICENSE Farfety Vineyard LLC trading as Farfely Vineyard LLC, 13058 Cresthill Road. Flint Hill, Rappahannock County, Virginia 22627 is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Farm Winery license to sell alcoholic . beverages. John L. Osborne Managing Member 9-20, 9-27-00 •336451 CAMARO '87, $3000, 150K. V6, AC. AT, PS, PB, new mtr 56K. Honda Accord LX '87, 5sp, AC, CC, PS, PB, 4DR. Exc. cord S2500/OBO 540-3494264 HONDA ODYSSEY LX. '95. 7-pass , silver w/ tan interior loaded w/ records 95K, $11,900. 540-439-8246 INFINITI J30 1995, loaded, tan leather, climate control, heated, power seats, $11,500 OBO. Refinance & pay $230/mo. 540-937-2189 OLDS ROYALE '88, 1990, needs engine $350. 540-788-9568 or 540-788-3255 Ive. msg. SAAB 9000, 1992! all pwr, leather, sun roof, alarm. Runs fab! Looks great $6K OBO 540987-1115 TOYOTA ‘91 CAROLLA. Auto, AC, 130K miles. Excellent condition. Very clean. $4,000. Please call 540-3410054 after 7 pm. TOYOTA 1996, Paseo, 2 dr, coupe, ac, AT, PW, stereo/cass, 39K mis, $8950. 540-687-3159. BLAZER 1986, 4WD, auto, ac, am/fm/cass, 6 cyl, 96K. $3700. Exc. cond. 540-439-8897 BLAZER, 1994, white, Tahoe, AT, loaded, 109K, $7000. 540-6751776 or 540-937-1776. FORDEXPLORER 1993, Sport, 2 dr, 4WD, 5 sp. 97K, great cond./looks good. $5700 OBO. 540347-2867 HONDA 1997, CRV, sporty red, great car, 1 owner. Must sell. $13,500. 540-341-7544 675 Truck* / v/y Pickup* DODGE DAKOTA 1991, 4wd, 3.9 Itr, v-6, AT, AC, cruise, tilt, am/fm/ cass, 186K S3995/OBO 540-349-1180 NISSAN PICKUP 4X4 1992 , SE, 93K mis, loaded, exc. cond, 4 cyl, 5 spd, AC, factory light bar, $6000. 540222-0664 Iv msg. CARPENTERS wanted for established contractor. Excellent pay and benefits. 1-800-320-0603 DRIVERS WANTED: to deliver air freight in the Washington Metro DC area. Good benefits, salary $550/week w/ bonus pay, sick & vacation pay. Call 703-996-0999. ELECRT1CIAN/ PLUMBER needed for growing local business ESTES REPAIR SERVICE 540-675-3489 HOUSEKEEPER/ COOK Live-in, FT, perm. Near Manassas. Must speak/write English fluently. Current driver's license. Good salary & Priv. quarters. Exc. references a must Quiet, Cheerful Surroundings 540-341-1991 HOUSEKEEPER Weekday or weekends. Experience preferred, but will train. Excellent pay. Foster Harris House BAB 540-675-3757 Washington, VA I.T. JOBS wwwCxoPtaffTT com LABORER F1RESAFE CHMNEY SYSTEMS HAS AN IMMEDIATE OPENNG Year round Full Time Benefits Starting pay $9 plus per hour depending on experience Warrenton, VA Call 540-347-1187 1-800-545-6607 Newspaper Route Available Now! Castleton, Viewtown Areas. AM delivery, Approx. 2 hrs., 7 days a week. Independent Contractor- Earning potential of $900 every 4 weeks. 540-825-0771. Culpeper Star-Exponent NURSERY WORKER Immediate opening for full/part time, male or female. Long Mountain Nursery, Washington, VA 540-675-3707 Painter Loudoun County’s leading paint contractor is seeking: • Exp. Painter • Entry level Painters (individuals who show an immediate ability to learn & demonstrate painting skills) • Candidates must have transportation & work exp. Fax resume w/ references 703-777-5131 or call 703-909-0862. Part-time HOUSEKEEPER Middleton Inn Bed & Breakfast Washington, VA Please contact Michelle 540-675-2020 to schedule an interinew. SEASONAL LABORERS Town of Herndon Positions available to assist various Public Work crews. Requires driver’s license. Hrs M-F, 7 a m. - 4 p m. Salary $8.32-10.75/hr. Call 703-481-1185 or email us at iobsOtown.herndon. va.us for application. For a complete listing of Town openings, visit our website at www .town. herndon.va us EOE/ADA SHEETMETAL CO. IN MANASSAS looking for experienced Sheet metal mechanic. With field & shop experience, valid drivers license. Good pay and benefits. Pay according to exp. 800-432-8221 We’ve Got Northern Virginia All WrappeaUP! Place an Ad today! Times Classified Call 540-347-4222 or Fax 540-349-8676 UTILITY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II TRUCK DRIVER Town of Herndon, Virginia Two positions on Refuse Crew. Requires CDL. 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. M-F. $24,933+DOQ. Call 703-481-1185 or e-mail us at iobs®town.herndo n.va.us for information/application. For a complete list of our openings visit our website at www.town.herndon. va.us. EOE/ADA WAIT STAFF GRILL COOK CASHIER FT all shifts, very busy. Fun place to work! Great pay & great tips. 540-347-3047 Frost Diner 55 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA ask for Sarah or Donna. The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the following position of Dispatcher! Mat run $22,595 Applications may lx* obtained in person from the SherifT s Office Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Applications must he completed & returned to the SherifTs Office prior to September 29. 2000. Rappahannock. County SherifTs Office P.O. Box 487 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-3331 An Equal Opportunity Employer TRUSTEE SALE Rappahannock County In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $70,000.00, with an annual interest rate of 7.625% ARM from Thomas C. Klatko and Paula M. Klatko dated October 0, 1992 recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit of the County of Rappahannock Virginia, in Deed Book 194, at page 329, default having occurred in the payment of the Note thereby secured and at the request of the holder of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the entrance to the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Washington, Virginia, on October 5, 2000 at 1:30 o’clock p.m. the property described in said deed, and briefly described as: Beginning at an iron pipe driven beside a corner fence post at the northeast comer of a lot belonging to Claude Bright and running with the old fence line and with lots belonging to Claude Bright in part, Roy Jenkina in part and Virginia Lewis in part, S. 49° 15’ E. 247.3 feet to a comer fence post (marked by an iron pipe), thence with Clifford Miller’s land and the fence, N. 41° 00' E. 79.3 feet to another comer fence post, (marked by an iron pipe), thence with Nellie Atkins' lot and running through the majority of the old fence posts N. 46° 50’ W. 241.1 feet to an iron pipe, thence along the southeast side of a 12' wide land, S. 45° 20 W. 81.2 feet to the beginning and containing 19,568 square feet, or O. 45 acre, more or leas, with improvements thereon. TERMS OF SALE: CASH. A deposit of $5,000.00, cash or certified check,, will be required at the time of sale with settlement within fifteen (15) days from the date of sale. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale. Pursuant to the Federal fair Debt Collection Practices Act, we advise you that this firm is a debt collector attempting to collect the indebtedness referred to herein and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. SAMUEL I. WHITE, P C Substitute Trustee This is a communication from a debt collector. FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: SAMUEL I. WHITE, P. C. (2379-00) 130 Business Park Drive Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462 757-497-4607 - Call Between 9:00 a.m. and 11 30 a.m. 9-13,9-20-00 #335067 I ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE If you are a resutts-oriented sales professional, energetic and an out-going individual with a minimum of 1 year advertising experience looking to join the Fauquier Times-Democrat, we have the opportunity you've been waiting for. This opportunity includes a competitive benefits package plus lucrative earnings potential. Please fax resume & salary requirements in confidence to: Kathleen Keller Advertising Sales Manager Fauquier Times-Democrat (540) 349-8676 Email: kkeller@timespapers.com EOE ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE A If you are a results-oriented sales professional, energetic and an out-going individual; with experience in advertising sales, you may be the person we are seeking. A A The Fauquier Times Democrat has an opportunity for you to join a results oriented, sales team. A A A Competitive benefits package plus lucrative earnings potential. Please fax resume to: Kathleen Keller Advertising Sales Manager The Fauquier Times Democrat 540-349-8676 E-mail: kkellerAtimespapers.com EOE NORTHERN VIRGINIA ▼ CABLE TIRED OF COMMUTING? Unique opportunity to work in beautiful Warrenton, Virginia, for a Prominent International Corporation, celebrating their 90th year in business. Alcatel Wire and Cable, the largest international Manufacturer of Wire and Cable ' Products, is expanding their U.S. Utility Sales Office and is seeking two customer service oriented individuals for the following positions: MARKETING ANALYST Position entails Wire and Cable market analysis, preparation and maintenance of financial data and reports, production of marketing materials. Strong proficiencw Microsoft Office/lntemet, solid analytical rath skills, keen attention to detail, excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills - required. Two year related experience required, knowledge of U.S. Utility Market/ Power Cables products pre- - ferred. Associated college degree. MARKETING COORDINATOR Be part of a fast-paced inside sales team providing customer service to Electrical Utilities and Wire Distributors. Act as company liaison to large nationwide staff of Independent Sales Agents. Excellent communication. interpersonal, Microsoft Office \ and Internet skills required along with abil- ! ity to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Customer service experience, knowledge of Power Cables preferred. College degree. Both positions otter excellent salaries and benefits (401K) in a friendly work environment. EOE Send resumes to JEC-335519 Fauquier Times-Democrat P.O. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20188

JIFFY LUBE of Warrenton NOW HIRING •Lube Technicians Experience helpful but will train. Great pay and benefitsl (401K, Health Ins. Vaca Pay) Drug free work environment Up to $11.00txxr based on experience Call 540-341-8663 For Directions To Apply PRODUCTION WORKERS Smith-Midland Corp. a manufacturer of precast concrete products, is now seeking associates to work in the production plant. We offer a beginning rate of $8.50/hr with reviews at 6 months and one year. Excellent benefits include a quarterly bonus program, 401(k) retirement and savings plan, health and dental insurance, paid vacation and educational reimbursement. Qualified persons my contact: Personnel Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, Va 22728 Ph: 540-439-3266 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: aamlthecroaallnK.net Advertising NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER Best print career in Washington! New position opening for entrepreneurial media sales superstar at the Washington Suburban Press Network, America’s largest suburban newspaper network. Lucrative career opportunity selling national and regional major account advertising in Washington’s local, community newspapers collectively publishing n.3 million circulation. Top income and excellent benefits to the experienced “Rainmaker” with strong media sales track record. Work from VA or MD offices. Send confidential resume to: Mary Guice Assistant to President E-mail: mguice@wspnet.com CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Full-time position for an energetic individual te receive and enter orders into the computer for home medical equipment and supplies, this applicant must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer knowledge, familiarity with medical terminology and knowledge of payor coverage criteria. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN F/T position available to assist pharmacist in dispensing medications. Requirements: computer experience, communication skills, attention to detail, previous hospital or retail experience necessary. DELIVERY TECHNICIAN F/T position. Duties include delivering medication, oxygen, home medical equipment and supplies to patients. Assist with cleaning, tagging, bagging and routine maintenance of home medical equipment. Must have a good driving record. Healthcare experience preferred. STORE FRONT MANAGER F/T position available for a detailoriented person to manager drugstore. Duties include supervision and ongoing training for cashiers and back-up for the cashier position, product ordering/returns, planograms, retail promotions and displays, inventory tracking. Requirements: excellent written and verbal communication skills, previous retail drugstore management experience, proficiency in mathematics, experience with an multi-department cash register. CONVALESS/ The Plains Pharmacy ATTN: Debbi Cahill, COO P.O. Box U The Plains, Virginia 20198 Fax: S40-253-5S73 World’s Finest Food Processing Systems Ross Industries' employees design and build the world’s finest industrial food processing and packaging systems. We are an established company, with over 32 years of continuous operation. MACHINISTS Manual and CNC Machinist positions available, day and night shift. Qualified applicants should have experience as a production machinist, be fully skilled at setting up and operating mills and lathes , wowing w/close tolerances, and able to do first piece inspecion. Compensation and benefit package includes competitive base pay, 10% night shift differential pay, complete medical/dental, life and disability insurance, 401k w/company match, air-conditioned shop, company cafeteria, and cither benefits, including a hire-on bonus. Ross Industries is located just 35 miles west of Fredericksburg and 20 miles north of Culpeper, in Fauquier County. Please submit resume or contact us for an application and immediate consideration: HR Dept : ROSS INDUSTRIES, INC. Midland, VA 22701 Ph: 540-439-3271 or 1-800-336-6010 Fax:540-439-2740 e-mail: hr© rossindinc.com ': WE WELCOME THE OPPORTUNITY TO TALK WITH YOUI EOE PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR We need an energetic, team player to process Bi-weekly payroll using Pay America's automated^payroll system for a multi-site company with headquarters in Herndon. Duties to include: Payroll processing, disbursements of checks, garnishment processing, creating journal entries for general ledger, processing health, dental, life, and disability insurance, and 401K. Previous payroll experience and accounting knowledge preferred. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including: • Health ana dental coverage • 401k Plan • Short & Long Term Disability Plan • Life Insurance Fax Resume and cover letter, including salary history & requirements to: JES 703-435-9754 E-Mail: jsmithtimespapers.com EOE Newspaper Delivery CARRIER ROUTES AVAILABLE for several . Fauquier County areas. Wednesday Afternoons MUST HAVE OWN VEHICLE Apply at Fauquier Times Democrat 540-347-4222 No Phone Calls on Wednesday Please! CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 FAX 540-349-8676 WARRENTON WALM ART WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU AND YOUR TALENT TO WORK FOR OUR RETAIL STORE. Positions available: • Unloaders • Overnight Stockers • Cashiers • • • • Great Benefits* • • • Competitive Wages Overnight Differential Apply at the Warrenton Store. 8278 James Madison Hwy. Warrenton, VA $100 Bonus Upon Hire $100 Bonus after Six Months THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON • Housekeeping Room Cleaner • Housekeeping Public Area Attendant • Dishwasher/ Kitchen Custodian • Gift Shop Attendant • Dining Room Wait Staff Competitive wages, uniforms, meals, vacation. Call Anne today @ 540-675-3800 ext. 46 The Inn at Little Washington Middle & Main Sts. Washington, VA 22747 World’s Finest Food Processing Systems Ross Industries’ employees design and build the world's finest industrial food processing and packaging systems. We are an established company, with over 32 years of continuous operation. WE ARE GROWING AND INVITE YOU TO MAKE ROSS YOUR EMPLOYER OF CHOICE! We are adding staff in our Assembly Department, Midland Division. We have positions for ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY TECHNICIANS ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLERS are primarily responsible for bench wiring of panels and other subassembly parts. Qualifications required are ability to read schematics and follow wiring lists. Applicable work experience in related field and/or training in trade school or military very helpful. MECHANICAL ASSEMBLERS are responsible for assembling frames, panels and sub-assemblies using hand tools and small power tools. Will work from blueprints, schematics, written and verbal instructions. Qualifications required are strong mechanical aptitude and applicable work experience utilizing mechanical skills in related field. Training through trade school or military very helpful. In addition to related work experience and training , we look for employees who take pride in their work, are dependable with good work history and who enjoy working in a cooperative team environment. Should have own basic set of hand tools. ROSS offers a comprehensive pay and benefit package including health/dental; life; disability; 401K w/ employer match; tuition reimbursement, company cafeteria, hire-in bonus and other benefits. Please submit resume or contact us for an application and immediate consideration. Evening interviews can be arranged. HR Dept. ROSS INDUSTRIES, INC. 5321 Midland Road Midland, VA 22728 PH: 540-439-3271 or 800-336-6010 Fax: 540-439-2740 e-mail: hrQrossindinc.com Web page: www.rossindinc.com EOE Free State Glass Industries 5419 Lee Highway Warrenton, VA 20187 540-347-5600 OLDCASTLE Glass Group The Oldcastle Glass Group, is committed to be the employer of choice in the area by providing a challenging and rewarding work place environment. Free State Glass Industries has the following opening. Send resumes or contact Human Resources for an appointment. Accounting Manager Will be responsible for all accounting functions, including: A/R. A/P, & G/L, financial statement preparation, corporate reporting and financial data analysis. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with major in Accounting, manufacturing experience, strong computer skills.^Excel and Word, strong organizational and project management skills. — • Competitive Salary • Excellent Health Benefits, includes major medical, prescription card, dental, life. ADAD and optical • Short and Long Term Disability • 401K Retirement Plan *" WARRENTON OVERLOOK HEALTH & REHABILITATION 360 HOSPITAL DRIVE ♦ WARRENTON ♦ VIRGINIA 20186 ♦ 540-349-1919 ♦ FAXSIMILE: 540-341-0431 BOB DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Warrenton Overlook Health & Rehabilitation Center, a 115 bed JCAHO accredited Long Term Care Facility with a skilled/ subacute unit is seeking a Social Worker to join our team as the Director. Applicants must posses a bachelor's degree in social work or related human services Field and Long Term Care experience is required. SOCIAL WORKER Warrenton Overlook is seeking a social worker to join our team. Applicants should posses a bachelor's degree in social work or related human services field and Long Term Care experience is preferred. CLINICAL COORDINATOR Warrenton Overlook is seeking a Registered Nurse to manage resident care and direct the clinical nursing practices for the subacute/skilled unit. Applicants must demonstrate knowledge and skills that encompass the rehabilitative aspects of multiple medical and surgical disease process and abilities to direct staff and coordinate services for quality patient care. LICENSED NURSES $2000 Sign on Bonus RNs Can Earn up to $24.65 An Hour LPNs Can Earn up to $19.75 An Hour Warrenton Overlook is seeking dedicated and dependable Licensed Nurses to fill positions on the 3 pm to 11pm and 11 pm -7am shifts. RELIEF COOK Warrenton Overlook is seeking an experienced and dependable part time relief cook. One weekend a month and I to 2 days during the week. HOUSEKEEPING/ LAUNDRY Warrenton Overlook is seeking a Full-time Floor Person, Full & Parttime Housekeeping & Laundry Aides for days and evenings. Anyone interested should apply in person. We offer competitive wages, bonuses, differentials, uniform discounts, health and dental insurance, credit union membership, educational opportunities, retirement plan, a caring and supportive staff, and much more. to eliminate long commutes attend the Fauquier Technology Job Fair Wednesday, October 11, 2000 • Noon - 8 p.m. Lord Fairfax Community College, Warrenton, Virginia Free admission to: ^Hundreds of technology positions (entry level to expert) On-site interviews with employers ^/fboor prizesA great day in a beautiful location For information on the employers and available jobs and to register in advance, visit the Fauquier Technology Alliance (FTA) website at: www.thinkfauquier.com Call Jean Cobert at the Fauquier Times-Democrat to place your ad in the Technology Job Fair Special Insert (540) 347-4222 Fax (540) 349-8676 jcobert@timespapers.com Deadline: September 27,2000. (limes NORTHERN VIRGINIA Sponsored by tlie FrA, Lord Fairfax Community College, and tlie Fauquier Times-Democrat. General Counsel Public redevelopment authority in Fauquier County seeks interest in General Counsel services. Legal services will include legal/ ethical compliance; public agency governance; real estate negotiations and administration with tenants, builders and utilities; commercial risk management; claims avoidance and prosecution. Prefer a fixed fee or retainer proposal for general services. Interested firms submit qualifications to PO Box 861617, Warrenton, VA 20187 by 10/16/00. MAIL PROCESSING DEPARTMENT ; Full-Time / Seasonal No experience necessary. Will train. Warrenton non-profit office seeks mature ■ and reliable person for Mail Processing Dept. Duties to include: Sorting of incoming • and processed mail and data entry. Must be ' detail oriented and have experience using . computer keyboard and calculator. Hours are 8:30 - 5:00, Monday through Friday. $7.00 per hour. Call (540) 349-8695 between 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. to schedule an interview. World's Finest Food Processing Systems Ross Industries’ employees design and build the world's finest industrial food processing and packaging systems! We are an established company, with over 32 years of continuous operation. TIG WELDER We have positions available for TIG WELDERS on our night shift at the Midland plant in Fauquier County near the Fauquier Airport. Our night shift Welders are paid a 10% shift differential. We have one TIG WELDER position avail- . able on the day shift at our Elkwood plant near Culpeper airport. Qualified applicants must have experience as a TIG WELDER in a production environment, and will have close tolerance experience w/ stainless and aluminum work. Will be required to take TIG welding test. Availability for O.T. is required. Ross offers a comprehensive pay and benefit package including health/dental; life; disability; 401K w/ employer match; tuition reimbursement, education assistance, company cafeteria, hire-in bonus and other benefits. Please submit resume or contact us for an application and immediate consideration. HR Dept. ROSS INDUSTRIES, INC. 5321 Midland Road Midland, VA 22728 PH: 800-336-6010 or 540-439-3271 FAX: 540-439-2740 e-mall: hr® rossindinc.com Web page: www.ro88lndlnc.com EOE I

Spaghetti supper at Salem There will be a spaghetti supper at the Salem Fire and Rescue Department, Route 522 on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. Spaghetti, salads, bread, desserts, tea, juice and coffee are included in the menu, all at a cost of $6 for adults and $2.40 for children six through 12 and those under six can eat for free. Please come out for a good meal and help support the department. fm BOSTON Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 MikMiMteiniMIIMI Rappahannock Park on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville was a Saturday afternoon guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and son on Turkey Ridge Road. Extended birthday wishes go out to Jerry Cubbage whose day was Tuesday, Sept. 19, Timothy Robinson who celebrated on Tuesday, my sisterin-law, Esther Frazier whose day is Saturday, great nephew. Our community extends heartfelt sympathy to Glenn Cave of Route 707 and his family upon the loss of his sister, Mrs. Edith Virginia Gordon, wife of Floyd Gordon of Etlan, who passed away at the University of Virginia Medical Center on Sunday. Services were held on Wednesday at Etlan Cemetery. Congratulations to Timothy Zirn of Castleton way, who was one of the degree recipients from the summer 2000 graduation at James Madison University, Harrisonburg. Prayers go out for Jennifer Peregory who suffered a bad fall, causing a great scare for her family, while playing ball Saturday afternoon in the game of Amissville versus Madison. Our condolences are extended to Mr. Peter Moznich and relatives upon the loss of his mother, Mrs. Anna Moznich who passed away her at her residence in Boston on Thursday. Mrs. Nancy Robinson and son Timmy were Monday evening guests of Mrs. Janet Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer. Quite a number of folk from the Castleton area attended the Dodson family reunion at Joseph Peregory reaches the age on Tuesday to obtain a driving permit and his mother Janet advances to another year Sunday. Sympathy is extended to family of Calvin Shanks Sr. of Reva, who passed away at his residence on Thursday. A reception honoring Rev. and Mrs. Harold Eaton, was held at Slate Mills Baptist Church, Sunday, following the morning services. Rev. Eaton who has been a faithful and dedicated pastor for many years has tendered his resignation. Miss Kendra Hitt celebrated her 14th birthday on Thursday, Sept. 14 and we wish for her many more. Mr. and Mrs. Jake Robinson and Timothy, Ray Wharton and Mrs. Montrue Frazier spent a recent weekend in Edgewater, Fla. Belated birthday wishes go out to Mrs. Polly Corbin, widow of Rev. Stanley Corbin and now a resident of Culpeper Health Center, whose day was Monday and to Mrs. Mary Nicholson of Castleton Ford Road and owner of Mary's Little Shop in Woodville, who added another year on Saturday, Sept. 16. Washington residents entertain Weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Fletcher were Shirl Jackson and Timmy and Tiffany Clanagan of Sperryville, Mrs. Marvel Jackson and daughter, Stacy of Front Royal, Mr. and Mrs. James Jordan, Shannita Fletcher and sons, DeAngelo and Davon Fletcher and Mrs. Virginia Fletcher, all of the Washington area. Mrs. Betty Schultz has returned home after being a patient for 30 days in Fauquier Hospital and Overlook Rehab in Warrenton. On Saturday Mrs. Alyson Sengstack of Centreville visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz. Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz had dinner Sunday at the Panorama Restaurant on the Skyline Drive. Our condolences to Mrs. Shelby Jean Welch and family in Flint Hill on the recent passing of her husband Larrie. Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Clark attended the 20th anniversary of the Ole’ Time Festival in Edinburg on Saturday. Saturday night Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark visited with Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Frazier in Castleton. Happy birthday to my husband Edward M. Clark who has his day on Saturday, Sept. 23. Mrs. Barbara Gasiewicz of Bushwood, Md. is spending several days this week with Mrs. Alice Butler. HOST f FAMILIES NEEDED b PACO. I (> yrs TAT!ASA, r yrs. Make this year the most exciting, enriching year ever for you and your family. Share your world with a young foreign visitor from abroad. Welcome a high school student, 15-18 years old, from France, Spain, England, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, or Russia as part of your family for a school year and make an overseas friend for life. For more program information or to select your own exchange student from applications with photos, please call: Michelle at 703-518-5035 1-800-785-9040 WHeast@aol.com WORLD HERITAGE IS A HI BUG BENEFIT NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION 1950 Chevy Pickup 6 cyl., 3 speed on the column, completely restored to original mint condition. On display every Sat. evening and Sun. morning at St. John’s until the Oktoberfest. OCTOBER 6 *2." a ticket 1* prize -1 $500 Winner $15." per 10 tickets 2* prize - 2 $100 Winners For information contact St. John’s Catholic Church 271 Winchester, St., Warrenton 20186 540*347-2921 Wednesday visitors of Mf s. Addie Keyser were Mrs. Ann Martin of Culpeper, Mrs. Mildred Atkins of Amissville, Mrs. Sallie Keyser of Sperryville, Mrs. Marie Rutherford of Front Royal and Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill. Visitors on Sunday of Mrs. Addie Keyser were Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Nethers, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser of Sperryville, Mrs. Amy Jenkins and Kayla. Happy birthday to Margaret Dodson of Flint Hill and to Charles W. Smoot of Harris Hollow Road who have birthdays on Tuesday, Sept. 26. Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Kenny Miller and son Greg of Stafford, Sarah Brown and daughters, Amanda and Bobbie Jo. Have a great week and give me a call at 675-3608. Grant Monet F< Start-Up Technoloi Compani t Free Seminar ^ptember 27th **£* Location: PermaTreal FEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 We Finance Country Living! Your dream home. That perfect piece of land. Kimberly Love Loan Officer some norses or iivesiocK. Farms or farm equipment. I can help finance it all! FARMCREDTFOt (540) 347-3344 (Warrenton) or 800-559-1016 Real Estate Directory I 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. Donald Wayne Williams and wife to Diana Lynn Williams, lot 1, 2, 3, 4, 35, 37, 39 and 41, section D, plat 4, block 3, Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Wakefield District. Sara Stanley Wright Trustee to Harold L. McDermott and wife, 33.095 acres, Hampton District. $149,000. Richard E. Batman to Dennis Earl Sours Sr. and wife, 7.91 acres, Piedmont District. $90,000. Edna Dennis Watts to Samuel W. Watts Jr., lot D, .049 acre, Stonewall District. Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. AMISSVILLE 93 acres of wooded & open land - very long road frontage improved by 3 bedroom, home overlooking pond. Just off Rt. 211 in beautiful Rappahannock County. $450,000 Please Call Smokehouse Investment Properties 540-349-3333 Deed of gift. Betty Russell Hasty to G. Tracy Burnett and wife, 4.2828 acres, Stonewall District. $10,000. Dennis M. Beach and others to Raymond L. Gheen and wife, .76 acre, Jackson District. $65,000. flew Design & Construction J| Management Rappahannock Design Building Company, Ltd* »*• Robert Etchells Washington, Virginia 540 >675'1966 P.O. Box 455 7#v 602 Zachary Taylor Hwy. Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 540-675-3777 J located in the old Ricketts Tavern and Saddle Shop. Th0 oldmat Rami Catmtm Offtea i $123,900.00 is all they are asking for this private lakefront paradise on 3/4+ acre. Versatile floor plan allows for bedrooms, den, library or home office. Kitchen with cozy table space adjoins family room with bay window overlooking lake. RP3313172 Really need to see this one! Rappahannock Real Estate Resources, Inc. (formerly The Buyer’s Agency) 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel __ Mary Boudreau butchz@summit.net u| fengshui@tidalwave.net Wonderful Mountain Views: Open, airy, spacious 3 BR custom designed newer home on private 40 acres. Great mountain views to the east and south from the decks and tiled sunroom, plus seasonal western views. Sit on deck or in box windows and watch the deer and foxes in large yard! $400,000 THE HERITAGE HOUSE B&B together with adjoining guest building and commercial rental property is being ottered with many furnishings included. By Appointment Only! $595,000 LARGE BRICK RANCHER offers superb space both upstairs and down. Spacious living and dining rooms, large private office, country kitchen & 2 bedrooms on first floor. 2 more bedrooms and full kitchen/family room combination for informal parties or use as separate quarters on lower level. Deck w/hot tub, rock & flower gardens, pond, mountain views, superb 4 stall stable & board fencing on 7+ acres. $319,000 FARMHOUSE on 2.75 country acres. Original log section is kitchen and dining rm. Living room, family room, 2 bedrooms, plus large upstairs hall which could accommodate an additional bath. Mountain views. $159,900 CAPE COD style home on 2.6 acres in the village of Flint Hill. Majestic trees grace the front yard. Good stream at rear of property. Charming living room fireplace, large dining room, country kitchen, office, 3 bedrooms plus balcony, a large finished play/storage room. 2 storage buildings. $144,500 Real Estate m P. O. Box 298 • 291 Gay St. Washington, Virginia 22747 E-mail: re 3@crosslink.net 540-675-1373 Mit/ic Young 540 675 3555 Rick Kohler 540 937 6146 Amy Sluane-Tjmbers 540 987 8668 J Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Woodville - Two story brick home, lovely hardwood floors, fireplace in living room, separate dining room, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, full basement. Nice .57 acre lot with beautiful stone retaining walls. $149,500 Sperryville - 3 bedroom, 2 bath Rambler with front & rear deck, kitchen, dining & living area combined. Located on 1 acre lot fronting Route 211. $115,000 James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8236 sperryvillerlty@aol.com Bud Corder (540) 675-3291 John Eubank >v (540) 987-8146 W

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Times Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Parker Many parts of the puzzle must be pieced together to make a steeplechase winner. Here, 1999 Virginia timber champion Gold Quoit, leading, guts it out for a Glenwood Park victory: Putting together the jump racing puzzle: Piece by piece Birth to the winner’s circle, following a steeplechaser from start to finish By Betsy Parker Times Newspapers Staff Writer lb the casual racing fan, the shiny horses circling the paddock Saturday afternoons on the Virginia fall steeplechase circuit are just background ambiance — part of the festive countryside sporting events that headline community news. The spectator watches, with great interest, surely, as horses dash and jump, jockeys strategize and purses are won or lost. They watch until the cheering subsides. Then they go home. But imagine for a minute what's required to get that horse to the winner's circle. And not just literally there — what with a skilled jockey, a talented trainer and an understanding owner to foot the bills. But what it really took to get there. Start early. Start at the beginning. Like piecing together a puzzle, this special section to the Times Community Newspapers studies the race horse in depth. It attempts to answer the question: What does it take to make a winner? What puzzle pieces are required for that finished product you see celebrated on Saturdays? Begin with a crystalvisioned breeder. Everyone knows there's little chance of grabbing the gold ring in the thoroughbred breeding business. Oh yes, every few years some summer sales yearling gets a multimillion dollar bid, but odds are that blue-blooded, high-priced baby racehorse can't run any faster than his field-bred cousins across state lines. Thoroughbred breeding has proved an inexact science, more of an art. So the breeder is the first piece of this puzzle. From verdant fields by his mother's side, our nascent steeplechaser heads to equine nursery school for breaking and training. Exercise riders get in on the making of our youngster — another piece to the puzzle — teaching manners and graces, skills and responsiveness. Along the way, a groom cares for this unpolished, often gangling young horse with the steady hands of experience. It's part of the process. Now the horse is developed in mind, perhaps, but not in body. The steeplechase trainer enters the picture. He prescribes the fitness program, giving our horse the tools — musculature,athleticism, ability — to perform. Along the way, other puzzle pieces of the hay farmer, the feed store operator and the tack shop owner swell the crowd. Our horse needs regular veterinary care, quality shoeing, suitable fencing, safe transport — all of these are part of it. At last, race day arrives. The jockey suits up for his role in this game. The race. Perhaps victory. A silver cup, a crystal vase. A prize to the victor. All the pieces of the puzzle are interrelated, each of them vitally important. This special section studies many (though See PUZZLE, Page 4 BARNMASTER MAXIMUM SAFETY Minimum Maintenance IP^ ^WEi JF Chosen 1 for strength & y1 value by the veterinarians and engineers of Virginia Tech Vet School Customer Barn Williamsburg, VA Display Barn - Commonwealth Park Culpeper; VA • Fireproof • Cribproof • Kickproof Baked enamel (10 colors) or hardipanel exterior . *15 roof color choices Easily moved or expanded 18 years experience original ownership America's #1 horse barn builder A stronger barn - A better value BARNS & STABLES, LTD. Richmond, VA (800) 878-6183 ^(888)VASTALL

Table of contents ■ Start at the beginning. The very beginning...5 ■ Seeking Colgan replacement.6 ■ Feeding program makes the horse.7 ■ Local hay farmer knows the ’chase game...7 ■ Starting ’em young.9 ■ Set your clock by McCann’s schedule.9 ■ Steeplechase season highlights.9 ■ Thoroughbred veterinarian finds insider information useful to his business.10 ■ Ray Moffett Jr. is an active owner......11 ■ Map, calendar of 2000 Virginia meets.12 ■ Conditioning’chasers guides Yovanovich’s career.14 ■ Stuart Hyatt’s learned to pack for victory.16 ■ Year-to-date standings.16 ■ Peripheral players make a difference.17 ■ Get going - Hogan’s van-guard..18 ■ Hobson jockeys for position.......19 ■ Spoils go to the victor. 21 ■ Final puzzle piece - at the finish...22 Puzzle From Page 3 not nearly all) of the puzzle pieces that are building blocks to reach the steeplechase winner's circle. This section also includes a handy, pullout map and calendar listing all of Virginia’s steeplechases, a todate listing of Virginia steeplechase leaders, and a list of steeplechase websites. Steeplechasing The first recorded American steeplechase , reported in the American Turf Register and Sporting Magazine, was held at the Washington Jockey Club in what is now Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C. Today, the sport of steeplechasing has grown to a multi-million dollar industry with more titan 50 race meets held here annually. GOLD CUP FENCING & STABLES, INC. Toll-free: I-888-GOLD-CUP -All Posts Set In Concrete-Bams, Sheds, Equip. Buildings-No Job Too LargeVA Claes A Lie. #2706 047043A Best friends now available in pears And in squares, rounds, orals - heck, you'll find beautiful bestfriends in all shapes arid sizes And the prices are always friendly HARTMAN JEWELERS 71 Mam St. Warrenton 349-4123 ^ We’re Becoming Part of the Landseer " Jfc#' Mm -r——~ Yep. that’s a Kubota you see * ofkmg <ir the golf c<»urse, vOnstnK'tmn site and every whet* thtws a l.u»dwi*f«r KuixXa * t»«> hnoiogwaily-adv *rwvd Grand I Ten Serie*- tract«>cs are engineered for super*** viTsatiiity and |*h feed w »th powerful features to deliver exueptkfval perform amv every vetxre tone's a demanding job to be done Powered bv a Kubota Icw^ituwwr K TVC5* diesel engine. the (,rand 1* offera choice of transmissions fully -svnchnirvized main and synchro-shuttle |/| atranwnuMon (PST), 'Feather Step I 1ST' foe increased productivity and reduced ^ J J J* A operator fatigue or, the exclusive Glide Shift Irarsmission (from 24 40 5 rt<> HP). For long hours of operation on the golf course or municipal park, comfort feature's include a deluxe seat w ith reclining hack and adjustable suspension, hydnwiatv power steering cruise control (HST), an ISO-mounted flat deck and suspended pedals. You've see© us everywhere Now, take a ckwer lm>k al your Kubota ilpaiei. McMichaePs 128 Broadview Ave. » Warremon, VA 20186 • (540) 349-2800 < EifH+n* fa at h^trrtatoa Pa rfo h^Si Stop horsing around, get it straight from ► the horses mouth. i Ul. '• Events • Attractions • Equine Business I www.warrerUpftonthewAb.cofn E-mail: ralnMwridarOarols.com i Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA Executive Editor/General Manager: John Toler Assistant General Manager: Barbara Norris Section Editor: Betsy Parker Managing Editor: Robin Earl Writers: Jackie Burke, Galen McBride, Julie Reardon Advertising Manager: Kathleen Keller Advertising Representatives: Pam Symington, Angela Allison, Marie Rossi, Kathy Mills, Jack Crank Call: (540) 347-4222 E-mail: ftdeditor@timespapers.com Write: Fauquier Times-Democrat, P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, Va. 20188 Issue Date: September 20, 2000 Cover Photo, Concept: Betsy Parker Cover Design: Rob Gassie Join® m% Co-op Horseman’s Symposium 2000 Saturday, October 2lst||L00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Harvey L. Pearson National Guard A«nory - Warrenton, VA Local vets, will discuss <' E*hi trypfofessionals the hjorU* Industry. |»lyprmanu .busine and Check out www.c for mor^r details Tickets are s5.00 each. M>§ce is,//m/ted so purchase your Culpeper Farmers’ Co-op (540) 825-2200 Rappahannock Farmers’ Co-op (540) 987-8555 Remington Farmers’ Co-op (540) 439-3254 Warrenton Farmers’ Co-op (540) 347-7100 Marshall Farmers’ Co-op (540) 364-1533 Maurertown Farmers’ Co-op (540) 459-5304 Face-Maker HORSE FEED*

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—iM.ilni. Photo by Douglas Lees Homebred Silent Spiral - here with Gus Brown in the unique dolphin-emblem Pageland silks - may pass on her winning genes. Owner Sara Collette breeds thoroughbreds for racing and showing. Collette From Page B5 healthy foal. I don't know what happened, but I got a second mare. Then I found out [the breeding business] is harder than it looks," Collette said wryly. They now own five broodmares, which produce two to four foals each year. In a rare year, all five mares deliver live, healthy issue. A renowned thoroughbred veterinarian, the late DeWitt Owen, was said that to produce a lifetime average of one foal per year that survives, an owner must own two mares; such are the problems with conception, pregnancy and foal mortality. Steeplechasing is the Collettes' first choice of jobs for homebreds, though it doesn't always work out that way. Through the years, they have “raised maybe six money-winning steeplechasers," Collette said. Lefroy, purchased by Charlie Fenwick, Jr., was their most successful homebred on the National Steeplechase Association circuit. Pageland also has had many point-to-point winners. To produce potential chasers, Collette studies winning bloodlines. She also talks with local show trainers to get a line on stallions that engender jumping ability. Through thoroughbred pedigree research, long ago she hit upon Northern Baby, who in recent years has topped the sire's list for steeplechase winners. Silent Spiral is by Northern Baby, and Collette bought a share in the stallion, which gives her the right to breed one mare per year. She also likes the Bold Ruler bloodline. "Without a lot of money to spend," Collette said she searches out local stallions that are wellbred but not commercially popular, which is to say affordable. As for mares, she bought Kalankoe, second in the Breeder's Cup Steeplechase in 1988. Another mare, whose bloodlines Collette described as "unfashionable, to say the least," surprised her by jumping a 4-foot fence while nine months pregnant. She laughed: "No one had ever asked her to jump before. "All our homebreds can jump. Early on we realized that our horses were not exactly fast, but when they hit one mile, they're just warming up, so we thought of steeplechasing." Collette said. The trouble is, she added, there's not a lot of money in breeding steeplechasers. "Point-to-points are the most fun of all, and there's absolutely no money in that." Collette categorizes her homebreds as athletic and well-behaved. She sells the majority as show horses — not her original intent as a breeder — but she can't afford to say no. Rasbora, a horse with an "I'll try" attitude about racing but not blinding success, is now making it big as a show hunter. Hear No Evil (renamed) was a children's hunter champion at Upperville. And in the end, what gives Collette the most pleasure as a breeder is seeing her foals go on in life and be good at their job, whatever that may be. What she tries to determine with each of her babies is what they can do most easily. She said, "I also hope to find out fast — training costs a lot." Homebreds with racing potential are sent to steeplechase trainer Dot Smithwick or flat track trainer Jean Rofe. Collette expects to have her first 2-year-old starter this year. Smithwick currently trains Maurier, a 17-hand homebred that was originally being trained as a show jumper. “Maurier was progressing too slowly. The trainer kept saying he just needs more time,' " Collette said. “I thought that was a sign he wasn't doing what he wanted to do and sent him to Dot. To my astonishment, he won easily his first time out at Bull Run, the last point-topoint this past spring.” Collette said to look for Maurier this fall on the National Steeplechase Association sanctioned circuit. He'll be carrying the distinctive Pageland Farm silks — green with a dolphin emblem (What else?) You might just catch yourself a winner. National Steeplechase Association SEEKS COLGAN REPLACEMENT A nationwide search has been launched by the National ^ Steeplechase Association for a new chief operating officer to replace respected veteran Charlie Colgan who will leave the post at the end of this year. ‘We will be focusing on candidates with extensive sports marketing, management and communication skills,’ said Nick Arundel, named by the NSA board to head the search. Serving with him on the committee are Steeplechase Owners and Trainers Association president Jack Fisher, and NSA president George Strawbridge. , Colgan, who recently resigned after 24 years of service as NSA executive vice president, will become the first executive director of the five-year-old non-profit National Steeplechase Foundation which works closely with the NSA to further education, amateurism and safety in the sport. 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EED CHOICES Tri-County Feeds in Marshall is just one local provider of quality concentrated ration for performance horses. Owner Bill Jackson said that prefered choices vary among steeplechase horsemen: his shop offers 19 different Pennfield feeds for levels of performance. They vary according to protein content, mineral supplements and base grain make-up. Trainer Jack Fisher feeds ‘Enhance’, and trainer Doug Fout feeds ‘Respond.’ There are numerous options. The sport horse requires more calories to race than he can get from forage alone. There are many choices of sweet feed and styles of grain to fit this puzzle piece. Only The Best For Your Horses. • Purina* Oinolene® is the #1 sweet feed in America. • The superior nutrition of research-proven Omolene helps your horses stay healthier, perform better, breed efficiently and look their best. • Choose the formula that fits your horses’ activity and lifestyle needs. I Omolene | Omolene 200 Purma Milk, he AMERICA S LEADER IN ANIMAL NUTRITION SINCE 1894 Mid-County Farm Supply 606 Falmouth Street • Warren ton, VA 540-347-1742 or 800-282-3087 <40 The equine athlete’s diet must also include quality, dried forage. Steeplechase champion Loring Heard, above, know all about it: he farms hay for performance horses at his Grasslands Farm in Middleburg. The horse below selects from a menu of high-protein orchard grass-alfalfa mixture.

How much? Questioning horse’s weight-carrying ability By Dr. J.R. Rooney University of Kentucky College of Agriculture A question which frequently arises is the amount of weight a horse should or can carry. It is obvious that such added weight is a significant factor both in the ability of a horse to perform and the duration of such performance. This has, of course, long been recognized in the use of addedweight to handicap thoroughbred racehorses. While an easy question to pose, it is a difficult question to answer. The ability of a horse to carry a given weight is a function of how long that additional weight is to be carried and at what speed. Of singular importance is what measure or measures are to be used to determine iptimum weight-carrying ability once an optimum has been defined. The optimum would have to include consideration wi cuiiiui iiiauoii, conailion, age, the speed at which the work is to be done, and the duration of the work. When the horse was a significant factor in travel and warfare, the question was of wide interest and importance. In the modern era the question arises most often, in my experience, with endurance trail ride horses and horses used for police work. The matter is rarely mentioned in modern books and, if mentioned, the statement is usually that a horse can carry 20 percent of its own body weight. Veterinarian Frederick Smith addressed this question in “The Journal of Comparative Pathology and Therapeutics” in 1898, and again in the several editions of his “A Manual of Veterinary Physiology” in 1921. In the 1898 paper, Smith used 136 horses weighing between 840 and 1,333 pounds. The weight-carrying ability of the horses was estimated, and the horses weighted after the estimates had been made. The estimation was done by two different “experts” in two different groups of light and heavy cavalry horses three years apart. | The expert opinion assigned weight-carrying ability to the horses with the assumption that they would be doing hard work as hunters but no mention was made to the duration of work, presumably that of a usual foxhunting expedition. me reiationsnip or the weight-carrying estimates to the body weight of the horses shows that, through the linear regression line, that it rises I steadily from 160 pounds for the lightest, 840-pound horse, to 220 pounds for the heavier, 1,333-pound horse. Smith concluded in 1898 that “the rule to ascertain the carrying power of a horse is to divide his body weight by 5.757, and, if intended or only moderate work, add to this 28 pounds.” In his 1921 report, Smith added that a rider of 15-20 percent of the weight of the horse was most reasonable. His opinion was probably modified by the awareness of weight-carrying ability of ponies and donkeys. Smith’s work was pioneering and, though seriously flawed in modern scientific terms, may serve as a guide and stimulus for new work with modern scientific tools. Weight-for-age The National Steeplechase Association lists a scale of “weights for age” according to a horse’s age, the race distance, and what month of the year it is. For instance, a horse racing in March of his 3-year-old year carries just 130 pounds at all distances, but the same age horse racing two miles in November totes 140 pounds. If racing 2 3/4 miles, though, the 3-year-old carries 133. By contrast, an older horse (older than 4) racing two mites in March carries 154 pounds; the older horse is assigned 156 pounds later in the year. pf|| y; m. Enhance the beauty of your home, farm or business with our maintenance free Vinyl Fencing. Over 20 styles and 3 colors to choose from! No Painting No Splinters or Rotting No Fading or Cracking Concrete all posts in ground 28" to 32" deep Hole diameter: 9" round hole for 3.5" posts 12"round hole for 5" posts HORSES WON’T CHEW LASTING BEAUTY 3 Rail Horse Fence (1.5 x 5.5) Standard 10.5" rail spacing (2x6) Standard 10" rail spacing 8' sections K SI 4 Rad I lor sc hence (1.5 x 5.5) Standard 8.25" rail spacing (2x6) Standard 7.75" rail spacing 8' sections 4 Rail Commercial Crovsraii Fence 8' sections The Amish Homestead i 5282 Lee Highway Warrenton, VA 540-349-8788 • Fax 540-341-7388

Photo by Peggy Smith RttiHlllb The young thoroughbred is usually introduced to saddle, bridle and rider in the fail of her ‘yearling year,’ or at about 18 months. This Chenin Blanc filly is learning to walk, trot (shown) and canter with the weight of a rider before being turned back out to grow more during the winter. She will be brought back up for more serious training at age two. A horse may first race, on the flat, at age 2, over steeplechase fences at age 3. Photo by Douglas Lees XERCISE RIDER The exercise rider of a steeplechase horse is an important piece of the puzzle. Experienced horsemen like Charlie McCann, shown above in a timber race, not only exercise horses to build fitness, but they also teach balance, manners, responsiveness, tractability and can help instill competitiveness. McCann sets watch by riding responsibilities Irish native Charlie McCann, a freelance horseman based in Marshall, divides his riding time between exercising racing thoroughbreds, breaking young horses and training hunters for field and show. His daily schedule is extensive, his timetable virtually nonstop. Here is a sample day: • 5 a.m. - Alarm rings. (“I can never hit the snooze - too much risk I’d fall back asleep.”) • 6 a.m. - After light breakfast of toast and tea, out the door to trainer Richard Cockrill’s farm in Purcellville. • 6:30 a.m. - Get on first of five or six horses in training for a morning gallop. Work with yearlings afterwards. • 8:30 a.m. - Leave for Sharon Maloney’s Dog Patch Farm in Warrenton. Get on up to seven yearlings who are going under saddle; work with three or more others to introduce to tack. •12 p.m. - Depart for quick lunch in town or at home on the way to .... • 1 p.m. - Merry Chase Farm near Middleburg. Exercise one foxhunter, work with two or three yearlings. • 2 p.m. Arrive at Paper Chase in Middleburg. Exercise, train up to five sport horses. • 5:30 p.m. - Punch the time card. Done for the day. After riding up to 20 horses, little energy for more than supper and slumber. (“Don't forget to set the clock, though.”) Changes in store for fall calendar Fairfax Races move, Colonial adds jumpers By Betsy Parker Times Newspapers Staff Writer Change is in the air for this fall's steeplechase season in Virginia. Though most of the cornerstone race meets remain the same, several important changes are included in this autumn's schedule. The season kicked off with two days of racing Sept. 15 and 16. Friday racing took place at Colonial Downs, Virginia’s only pari-mutuel racetrack, located in New Kent County. Two hurdle races opened the card on the Secretariat turf course, the nation's widest. The races were sanctioned by the Virginia and National Steeplechase Associations. The VSA-sanctioned Glenwood Races were held in Middleburg Sept. 16. Point-to-point conditions and pre-season atmosphere gave many local horses and horsemen an easy return to competition. The 43rd annual Fairfax Races will be held Sept. 23 at a new location. Morven Park in Leesburg will serve as tern porary home to the NSA-sanctioned race meet, while the Belmont Plantation course, Fairfax's regular venue, is renovated during development of a surrounding golf course. The program remains unchanged from past years, however — there will be six races on the card, anchored by the $10,000 Bowman Bowl open timber over three miles. Other races include two for maiden claimers over hurdles, an open claimer over hurdles (part of a VSA series) and two VSA-sanctioned flat races, one for lady riders (part of a VSA series) and one for maidens. Post time is 2 p.m. The 23rd annual Foxfield Races in Charlottesville Sept. 24 remain virtually unchanged from year's past. Six races are carded, headed by a $10,000 conditioned claimer over hurdles for apprentice riders. A maiden timber, maidens and maiden claimers over hurdles, and maiden and open flat races (part of a VSA series) round out the program. Post time is 1:30 p.m. for the first race at the Barracks Road course north of town. Virginia racing moves back to Colonial Sept. 30 for an innovative "exhibition" race over hurdles. Set up by members of the Virginia Horsemen's Association as a trial event at the pari-mutuel course, the $5,000 maiden hurdle race will not count towards a horse’s official record — like the winner of a point-to-point race, the winner will not lose his maiden conditions for NSA races. Additional prize money is available with $2,500 split among Virginia-bred horses finishing in the top six. Post time is 2 p.m. for the steeplechase; regular post time for races on Colonial's flat card is 3 p.m. The 46th annual Virginia Fall Races extend over two days, Oct. 7 and 8, at Glenwood Park in Middleburg. Saturday's card is NSA-sanctioned, with the Sunday program split between NSA and VSA-sanction. Post time both days is 2 p.m. Saturday racing features See CALENDAR, Page 10 CLUBHOUSE GRAND OPENING ;$49 AM RATES)

Quality veterinary care is required for even healthy, idle horses, but moreso for active performance animals. Middleburg’s Dr. William McCormick knows steeplechasing from the inside out: he was an amateur jockey through the 1970s. Here he is shown winning the 1969 Rokeby Bowl. Photo by Douglas Lees ‘Pre-race care most important’ Dr. William McCormick, owner of the Middleburg Equine Clinic, knows how important veterinary care is to the health and well-being of the active sport horse: he helped enact the Virginia steeplechase policy of pre-race vet checks. “Lots of people don’t like the pre-race checks,” he said. “But it goes well, and sometimes we can stop horses that shouldn’t be running.” Every horse is checked for soundness just prior to racing in a Virginia steeplechase. “I mean, as a vet, that’s the end you’d rather not see,” he added. “It would be better to see good preventative medicine and general care, perhaps more acupuncture and herbal cures.” McCormick’s father Jamie, a trainer on the Maryland flat tracks, introduced his son to racing at an early age. Dr. McCormick said he rode more than 100 races and won 25, including three Rokeby Bowls and three Orange County Cups. Calendar From Page 9 the $10,000 Chronicle Cup open timber, a $10,000 maiden hurdle, and a $10,000 optional claimer over hurdles. Rounding out the card are two races on the flat. Sunday racing is preceded by the finals of the Field Hunter Championships of America, a bonus spectating prize to early-arrivals at the picturesque Glen wood Park course. Racing includes a $10,000 3-year-old hurdle event, a foxhunters' timber (part of an NSA series created by Virginia point-topoint horseman Jim Whitner), a maiden timber, and VSA series events on the flat. The 21st annual Morven Park Races are Oct. 14 in Leesburg. Post time is 1:30 p.m. for the first of six races worth more than $60,000. Featured is the $25,000 Sport of Kings maiden hurdle. The 17th annual International Gold Cup Races at Great Meadow in The Plains are scheduled for a 1:30 p.m. post time Oct. 21. The fall's richest timber stakes, the $50,000 International Gold Cup highlights the day, with other standouts on the seven-race card including a $25,000 3-year-old hurdle race and the $20,000 Steeplethon open steeplechase. The 66th annual Montpelier Races close Virginia's fall schedule. Post time is 1 p.m. for the first of six races. The $25,000 Virginia Hunt Cup over timber and the $25,000 Noel Laing hurdle stakes share the spotlight, with three other hurdle races and one on the flat rounding out the day. Leister’s Stable 540-687-5742 540-687-3814 P.O. Box 645 MkiJlehurK, Virginia 20118 Office Hours . B> Appointment HLHON CHIROPRACTIC_ -it-Ol M \RSH Al l r. Carl Hutton 8430 West Main St. P.O. Box 1053 Marshall, VA20I16 540.364.2045 • Fax: 703.644.3907 YOUR TREES DESERVE THE BEST OF CARE Tecs arc valuable assets. Don't entrust their future to less than caring professionals. Bartlett leads the way in tree care with trained arborists, research facilities, nationwide experience and specialized equipment. For a professional evaluation of your tree care needs, call today. There is no obligation. All Phases of Tree Care: Residential and Commercial ; BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS Scientific Tree Care Since 1907 P.O. Box 398, Marshall, VA 1540) 364-2401 Backed by the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories and Experimental Grounds, Charlotte, North Carolina ® 1991 Bartlett Tree Experts ^^^ane^Hitcher^Photography

piece of the puzzle. Lifelong horseman Ray Moffett Jr. enjoys his active participation role in the jump racing game. EARLY'S ARPET, IN Established in 1966 THE LARGEST IN-STOCK INVENTORY ON CARPETS • VINYL • HARDWOODS • REMNANTS The One-Stop Shop For Complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Carpet • Vinyls • Tile • Hardwood • Ceramics Laminates • Area Rugs • Remnants • Orientals • Shades Slipcovers & Reupholstery Window Treatments by appointment only Residential • Commercial Serving Fauquier, Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties Local Dialing Area Use 937-5500 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. • Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. John & Lorraine Early, Owners & Operators Out of area use 1-800-870-9098 ^EARLYS CARPET • Culpeper 111 (> 11W \\ KOI II 211 \M si • \Mlss\ It I I \ \ Moffett active in ownership Loudoun horseman hands-on By Julie Reardon Times Community Newspapers Writer If you were to be reincarnated as a race horse, you'd want Raymond Moffett Jr. as your owner. • Not only does he love his horses, he's a hands-on kind of owner who participates actively in their training and takes them home to hunt them when they're finished with their racing careers. Moffett comes by his love of race horses from a childhood spent with them in Maryland. "My uncle, Joseph Richards, had a bunch of race horses," he explained. "I rode and raced them in my teens and early 20s, in the point to points and the county fairs they used to have then." A hiatus from a life with horses ensued after his career as an Air Force pilot took him away from Maryland's hunt country. "Then, after having a couple of little girls, I got back into it in 1968," Moffett said. "Of course, after getting them ponies, I had to get myself one." He's had them ever since. At the time, Moffett, his wife Lynn and their young family was stationed in Rochester, N.Y., where they all rode and joined the local hunt. In New York, Moffett found that their breeders' incentive program made racing an attractive proposition. "I started racing there because I lived there, but they had the best incentive fund for statebreds," he explained. "I did a little breeding, too — I had some broodmares that I kept up there even after we moved to Virginia." The Moffett family moved to a farm near Lincoln in 1973, in the heart of Loudoun’s hunt country. Naturally, he started foxhunting again. But he said he didn't get heavily into steeplechasing until about 1987. "From 1982 through '87, I bred and sold a few," he said. By 1987, he had moved all his horses to Virginia. And since then, he’s had some standout performers over fences, including Ace Ventura, Murray's Ruler, Double Found, and Echo Bush. Murray's Ruler, the venerable 'chaser that won regularly on the Virginia circuit and under rules, was one of several Moffett found from the flat ranks. The horse — 1998 and 1999 ownerrider hurdle horse of the year on the Virginia circuit — was a great teacher and beloved by all who rode him. Moffett described him as "a Charlestown special" that he got in trade in 1992. Racing under Moffett's colors, Murray converted to chasing, enjoying considerable success over hurdles before Moffett sold him in 1996. Murray continued winning for various owners, including Bruce Smart of Upperville, George Kingsley, Don Yovanovich, and Matt Hatcher, before dying as a result of a racing injury this spring. Moffett takes good care of his horses, and it See MOFFETT, Page 13 Owner Ray Moffett Jr. says that older steeplechasers like Double Found, an amazing 14 this year, are doubly popular on the local circuit because of their success and longevity. A winner of more than $300,000 on the flat before turning to hurdle racing, Double Found has won 19 races at local point-to-points and sanctioned steeplechase races for his owner and Middleburg trainer Dot Smithwick. The bay son of Nodouble, bred by the late Jack Kent Cooke’s Elmendorf Farm in Kentucky, was the Virginia pointto-point hurdle horse of the year in 1999. He won four races last year. Moffett said that, as of press time, the gelding was training for the fall season. Times Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Parker

Times Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Parker Fall 2000 Virginia steeplechase calendar • Sept. 23 - Fairfax Races. Morven Park, Leesburg. Post time 2 p.m. Six races. Information: (703) 532-2257. • Sept. 24 - Foxfield Races. Barracks Road course, Charlottesville. Post time 1:30 p.m. Six races. Information: (804) 293-9501. • Sept. 30- Exhibition race, Colonial Downs. New Kent County. Post time 2 p.m. for steeplechase, 3 p.m. for full card of flat races. Information: (804) 966-RACE. • Oct. 6 - Colonial Downs. New Kent County. Post time 3 p.m. Two races, including the grade II Zeke Ferguson memorial hurdle handicap stakes. Full flat card to follow. Information: (804) 966-RACE. • Oct. 7 and 8 - Virginia Fall Races. Glenwood Park, Middleburg. Post time 2 p.m. both days. Six races each day. Information: (540) 687-5662. • Oct. 14 - Morven Park Races. Leesburg. Post time 1:30 p.m. Six races. Information: (703) 777-2414. • Oct. 21 - International Gold Cup Races. Great Meadow, The Plains. Post time 1:30 p.m. Seven races. Information: (540) 347-2612. • Nov. 4 - Montpelier Races. Montpelier estate, Montpelier Station. Post time 1 p.m. Six races. Information: (540) 672-0027. Fall Virginia Meet Locations

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"Everybody loves them (horses like Murray's Ruler and Double Found) I think because they've been around so long," he said fondly. "In 1999, (Double Found) was hurdle horse of the year at 13 with six wins from six starts. And this year, from five starts, he had three wins and two seconds at 14. He's ready to run right now — we never let him down too much." Double round, who won more than $300,000 on the flat, was originally in the flat racing stable of Jack Kent Cooke in California, where he enjoyed considerable success. In the money in 23 starts, he was a Grade III stakes winner on the turf. Some soundness problems as a 6-year-old laid the Nodouble gelding up for a year, then he rebounded at age 7 to win even more races, but his soundness remained in question. When Cooke directed his trainer, former Virginia steeplechase champion Speedy Smithwick, to get rid of him, Moffett got the call. "I bought him as an 8-yearold, and he wasn't that sound,'' he said. I got him in the summer, and he wasn't ready to race until the next fall. Dot did a magnificent job with him." Double Found was third in his first start over fences in 1994, and won his second start. Laid up at 10 with an injury, the horse "came back at age 12 better than ever," said Moffett. "Here's a horse, that didn't even start racing over fences until he was 9, and now he's nearly 15 and still winning. He's won 19 times for me — he hasn't been beaten many times. When he s through racing, he'll let us know, and he'll have a permanent home at Dot's," Moffett said. But, sadly, Double Found won't join Moffett's foxhunting string at the farm. Moffett tried to hunt him and called him "too competitive." "Everything I hunt is off ^ the track," said the horsemen, who hunts and whips-in regularly with Loudoun West and the farmers' pack Snickersville Hounds. "I have two in my barn that could race right now, Chateau Leroy and Echo Bush." His current favorite mount for the hunt field is the handsome 17.2-hand chestnut, Echo Bush, winner over hurdles and, in 2000, timber on , the Virginia point-to-point circuit. "He's a very good jumper, all the event riders love him," he said. "And he's a really kind horse — he never does anything wrong. I've turned down $30,000 for him." even though Echo Bush is only 8, Moffett doesn't think he'll race him anymore. "He’ll have a long career as my hunt horse," he said. *-•-4 A STEEPLECHASE BREEDING SURVEY lliana Cacchione, an English native studying at the Royal Agricultural College in Cirencester, England, is conducting a steeplechase breeding and racehorse questionaire’ as part of her MBA program in equine business management. 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ftfllfltft Training the steeplechase horse is a complicated task: champion trainer Donald Yovanovich must not only schedule fitness workouts, he must also fine-tune innate jumping ability and fit together the other puzzle pieces - owners, jockeys, grooms, race officials. Websurfing . • Virginia Steeplechase Association: vasteeplechase.com • National Steeplechase Association: nationalsteeplechase .com • Virginia Thoroughbred Association: vabred.org Visit www.fauquier.com for the latest in Olympic coverage Trainer’s task: produce a horse ready to win Yovanovich combines race experience, education By Galen McBride Times Community Newspapers Writer MIDDLEBURG — Veteran horseman Don Yovanovich of Middleburg occupies the number one slot on the Virginia Steeplechase Association's winning trainers list. "So far, at least," said Yovanovich modestly. "Who knows what the rest of the season will bring?"' If past accomplishments are any indication, though, he needn’t worry too much. Since the early 1980s, Yovanovich has garnered 14 Virginia training titles, five riding titles, the BMW Horseman of the Year Award twice, the Masters Award and the Frances Greene Award — the last two for outstanding contributions to steeplechasing. "I'm interested in working with quality horses for quality places — doing things right for people who want to play seriously," and to go beyond the point-topoints at Casanova or Rappahannock. "There's another 49 weeks in the year," he added. "I'm looking toward the top-of-theline hunt meets and good flat tracks. I came from that and that's where I want to be." Yovanovich started his riding career winning national level titles on "every problem junior horse there was." At 15, he turned professional — then dropped out of the sport to attend college. The summer of 1974 found him between semesters at Villanova with no plans and little to do. His sister Joan hooked him up with Betty Bosley Byrd, who needed someone to break green horses. "I hadn’t ridden in years," Yovanovich said, and though he and Byrd competed at roughly the same time, "she didn't remember me." Yovanovich gathered family photos from his mother's scrapbook to show his prospective employer. When they finally met, they "hit it off really great." He rode hunters, hurdlers, flat racers, and timber racers from Byrd's bam, and after completing his master s degree in biochemical genetics, returned to work as her "unofficial" assistant trainer for more than two years. A three-year stint with Doug Small at Photo by Galen McBride Middleburg’s Don Yovanovich is a hands-on trainer: he works closely with his horses. Delaware Park honed Yovanovich’s skill with flat racers and jumpers. "Doug taught me an awful lot about hurdle horses," acknowledged Yovanovich See TRAINER, Page 15 fcurrgrmt (Country (Club Haymarket, Virginia Membership / Banquets 703 754-4125 x224 Ngl Fuog/InterBuild, Inc. Builders, Contractors Post Office Box 237 Purcellville, VA 20134 Post Frame Construction • Horse Bams • Arenas • Light Commercial 36'+6'x36' 10' Eave Height, 5:12 Pitch Colored Steel Roofing Board & Batten Siding For Additional Information Please Contact Us At: Fuog/InterBuild, Inc. 540-338-2306 800-432-3864 703-689-1217 (Metro) (Fax) 540-338-3015

Trainer From Page 14 •> * * - appreciatively. This experience set him up to move out rr on his own in 1978. “I love making steeplechasers,” he said, *But, financially, that's not all I can do. I do a lot of other things and provide a lot of services that many people aren't aware of. “I break yearlings, condition horses for people at major race tracks, make, train and run both steeplechasers and flat racers. We buy and sell in any of the commercial markets — yearlings, 1 Times Community Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Parker Trainer Don Yovanovich, former champion rider on Virginia’s circuit, also owns several steeplechase horses. Here his Ponsonby, bred by the late Robert O’Brien of Upperville, wins at the Warrenton Hunt Point-to-Point. The Electric Blue gelding was Virginia hurdle champion in '98. MONTPELIER STATION, VIRGINIA m&' ■ *, - | & Gates Open 9:30 a.m. First Race 1:00 p.m. featuring The Virginia Hunt Cup, | Walter G. Dunnington, Jr. Memorial I & The Noel Laing Handicap Stakes For more information, please call or write: The Montpelier Steeplechase & Equestrian Foundation P.O. Box 67. Montpelier Station, Virginia 22957 (540)672-0014 or visit our web page at www.montpelier.org hiKn Ji from the Montpelier Hunt Huen benefit Mont/teller. a \uiuvutl TruU for l listen* Preservation. ■ lrgi!!3 jrrrrrrriiirrrn**: broodmares, horses of racing age — do sales preparation, and condition horses of all ages for all kinds of work.” Yovanovich opposes “training” as a concept. “No one ever taught a horse to walk, trot and canter,” he noted wryly. “I prefer to Series racing The Virginia Steeple-chase Association offers three races series this fait sea■' 'Son. The VSA fall flat race series connects races at Glenwood, Fairfax, Foxfield, Morven Park, Gold Cup and Montpelier. The two horses accumulating the most points share a $1,000 bonus. The filly and mare challenge rewards the two best distaff performances in Virginia through the fall with a $1,000 shared bonus. The VSA claiming series includes five similar hurdle races, with the three top points earners to split $5,000. think of what I do as * ‘conditioning,’ that is, preparing a horse physically and mentally to do his best job, whatever it may be.” His approach is all “hand's on, not over the phone,” he said, and much of the time by him personally. With 40 horses on the farm and 19 in training, his work is cut out for him. “My job is paying attention to details. I ride every horse some time during the week and I look at all of them every day. “I don't believe in chemical stimulants. There's no magic potion. It's all hard work — elbow grease. You can't find out what's wrong with them if you don't look at them. The^ best way is to groom them. I don't do 15 or 20 every day, but I do a lot of them, and I bathe most of those that get ridden.” Unlike horses that live at the track, Yovanovich's string live a life of comparative luxury, with minimal stress and plenty of opportunity to “just be a horse.” In return, he asks that his horses trust and respect him. “I try to make sure they are happy here and that I've given them the tools to be successful if they try their hardest for me. That's my goal.” Lord Fairfax Community College meets the needs of our community. Did you Know? TORD miRhAX ( OMMUNITV COUf Gf LFCC offers a certificate in HORSE SCIENCE! To learn more, call today! 540-351-1507 or visit www.lf.cc.va.us RESPECT THE EARTH RECYCLE

The groom’s piece of the puzzle here, Stu^ Hyatt fits with day to day care, and race da; management. Hyatt checks off race day packing list By Galen McBride Times Newspapers Writer Stu Hyatt, a retired visiting professor of economics at Syracuse University, has discovered a satisfying second career as a groom in Virginia's horse country. Since 1995, when he "came south with a couple of horses" he wanted to train for the track, Hyatt has worked for some of the most recognizable names in the Warrenton-Middleburg area. Friendships he made along the way, including that with trainer Don Yovanovich, have been particularly rewarding. But, for him, the best part of his job, even though he is now recuperating from a serious injury, is working with the horses. Like many top grooms, Hyatt maintains a personal proprietary interest in his valuable charges — an almost pater' nal pride."I really get stuck on the horses," he said emphatically. "All of the hors es in my bam are MY horses. When they are running, you feel great!" On race day, Hyatt's duties take on greater scope. Caring for a horse away from home requires foresight and planning. Depending on the location of the race, time factors, and the number of horses being shipped, a trainer can .either accompany the horses and their grooms, or send the groom alone with the van driver. In either case, Hyatt says, he goes along with "his horse" to ensure that the animal receives proper care. He also makes sure that equipment and medical supplies that might be needed are packed and available at the track. The list is never complete, and some people take more than others because "whatever you forget, you can buy at the track. The most important thing to take, though," added Hyatt with a smile, "is a decent change of clothes so you don't look like a bum when you go to the paddock." HYATT S CHECKLIST: Bandages Blinkers Braces (for bathing) Bridles (for every horse, plus extras) Brushes Buckets Channel (for the girth) Flyspray First aid kit Hoofpick Mane comb Rub rags Rundown knife (for cutting off bandages after the race) Scissors Scraper (for after a bath) Shanks (rope and chain) Sponges Stall guard „ Sweat sheet Virginia ’chasing leaders 2000 VSA standings through spring Leading owner 1 Kinross Farm 13 2. S Bruce Smart Jr. 8 2 Harold A. Via Jr. 8 4. Hound's Cry Farm 6 4. Donald Yovanovich 6 Leading trainer 1. Donald Yovanovich 17 2 Neil Morris 13 3. Mrs. D. M. Smithwick 11 4. Jimmy Day 8 Leading rider 1. Colvin Ryan 12 2. Simon Hobson 8 3. Michael Cooney 7 4. Thomas Kirlin 6 Leading timber horse 1. Gold Quoit, o/Kinross Farm 8 2. Lone Mountain, o/Felton Lea Farm 5 3. Double Redouble, o/W. Gary Baker 3 3. Lounge Lizard, o/Michael Hoftman 3 Leading hurdle horse 1. Hudson, o/Hound's Cry Farm 6 2. Ponsonby, o/Donald Yovanovich 3 2. Devil's Reach, o/Bruce Smart Jr. 3 Colonial Downs t Virginia’s only pari-mutuel racetrack, Colonial Downs in T New Kent County, offers flat racing through Oct. 17. Three days of steeplechasing are planned: Sept. 15, , Sept. 30 and Oct, 6. Call (804) 966-RACE for details. i Fernando Martinez Certified Master Eq. DT. Bask & Advanced Dentistry (304) 728-7540 swvirg ftt, MD. VA & WV m lor Owt 20 yens P.0 Box 419 • Chides fc<». *V 25414 AM INSURANCE Suzanne A. Gregg, ACSR Production Manager hitHJttH) Cunt Sotvvtv Farm & Em b^wo Center Armkield, Harrison & Thomas, Inc. JO n Kinf si. U-rshuft, VA 20175 70' . \V M' 4V7 Fax 70'-44; J - - F mill *Knn.>n»w*.ihtin— —■-W | Equine Sports Message Therapy ....a part of the strategy to assist in reaching your athietea potential and to aid in Via prevention of injuries. ( Jt'ia tiaiuvdl. \h-v. ^ \ <v ■ A ) I Susan Greene V / x Certified Equina Sports Massage Therapist /03-S30-2061 Centreville, Virginia (mwm gtfew Design fit Construction J| Management Rappahannock bcsign|p^. Bonding - Company, Lid I#Hi St Robert Etc hells i, Virginia 540-675 1966 For the latest in news and updates from Sydney see fauquier.com (540) 6?7-6£00 ISA Certified Arborist Peter Deahl [ Vii!3 mm fv7f?i fJBB «t1h| m s i c* '.'•Wib'Mbc* ii i Iff

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Getting from point A to point B is a horse transportation specialty. Hogan Transport out of Warrenton is one of several local shippers that moves horses from their home stable to the race course. 1 To start the journey, Sara Hogan, above, carefully wraps the horse’s legs in protective ‘shipping bandages’ for the trip. At left, her husband Brian Hogan of Hogan Transport leads the horse up the sloped ramp into the sixhorse gooseneck trailer for the ride to his competition. Brian Hogan and . driver Edgar French maneuver their cargo into the van’s stall for shipping. The sixhorse trailer can be converted into a four-horse setup. Each horse then gets a stalland-a-half, as shown at left. Below, Hogan leads the horse from the trailer. He takes it steady, as road travel can unbalance a horse for a short time. ■i’liittiffri-itfi.irit I Fimes Community Newspapers Staff Photos/Roselie Malone This horse is completely wrapped for travel. A horseman might add bellboots to the front feet to protect the sensitive coronet band at the top of the hoof, and the heels. Other shipping protection might include a head bumper to guard against scrapes if a horse tosses his head; and a tail wrap to Krotect against air damage if the horse rubs his tail.

Leader Wanted To innovatively expand the steeplechasing sport into the 21st Century Chief Operating Officer National Steeplechase Association Position Qualifications 1. Excellent People and Communication Skills 2. Executive Management Experience 3. Capacity to Lead Development of New Opportunities for the Steeplechasing Sport 4. Upscale Sports Business and Marketing Experience Preferred 5. Media Relations Experience 6. College Degree 7. Legal Experience Preferred 8. Willingness to Travel Many Weekends 9. NX^illingness to Live Near Philadelphia 10. Familiarity with Steeplechasing Desirable Compensation Subject to Qualifications (minimum $100,000) plus performance bonus Please address communications to: NSA Search Committee 400 Fair Hill Drive, Elkton, MD 21921 Fax (410) 392-0706 e-mail: steeplechs@aol.com NSA Search Committee Chairman — Nick Arundel — 703-478-6666. George Strawbridge — 302-571-8322. Jack Fisher —/ 410-557-9764. NSA km The steeplechase jockey is an important part of the racing puzzle. Simon Hobson, a leading Virginia professional, is charged with handling race-day duties aboard fit, primed thoroughbreds running up to 4 1/2 miles at speeds approaching 35 miles per hour. Simon Hobson has racing in the blood Virginia steeplechase professional looks at his vocation as a constant learning experience By Julie Reardon Times Community Newspapers Writer Virginia point-to-point circuit leading open rider Simon Hobson was almost preordained to be a steeplechase jockey. Growing up in Doncaster, in the South Yorkshire of England, Hobson's father trained race horses, so the young Hobson was bitten by the bug at an early age. "I rode my first race over hurdles when I was 16," he said. "And I've been at it ever since." rvacing in r,ngiana, liaiy and France, Hobson's travels led him to the United States in 1993, first to Maryland, then to Virginia, where he now resides in Middleburg with girlfriend Michele Ingold, an upper level event rider. Hobson won the Trackside Leading Ftider Award for the 2000 Virginia Point-to-Point Association and, in addition, he was leading open rider, a title he held in 1998 as well. "You're only as good as the horses you ride," said Hobson, who credits his mounts for his success. Some of his favorites have included St. Elias, which won at Saratoga for him, and Ray Moffett's Double Found, a durable campaigner trained by Dorothy M. Smithwick. "I've won about 14 races on him," said Hobson. "He's the type of horse that's a pleasure to ride; he's been around and really knows his job. "And there was a mare I rode in Italy that I really liked, Alvethna," Hobson continued. "I raced her 25 times over jumps, and we were only out of the money three times. She had 11 wins, seven seconds, and four thirds. She was a really good mare, always racing against the boys and beating them." But climbing the ladder of success for any jockey necessitates a willingness to ride all types of horses, not just the good ones. "It’s just part of being a jockey. There's been many a time when I've gone to the paddock with my tack and I didn't even know what color the horse was," he said. I rode my first race over hurdles when I was 16 ... And I’ve been at it ever since. Simon Hobson Steeplechase jockey "But it's great experience riding all types of horses. With the ones you don't know, it can be scary, especially over the first fence, when the horses are all bunched up in a group. See HOBSON, Page 20

' *"-■ ” —' '* ..^r » - -* ---^ - ^■vC'-:V:«^:-\-.,^ 1 Times Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Parker Simon Hobson, leading at center aboard Direktor at his all-time ‘favorite course’ Brandywine Park, is a lifelong horseman. During racing season, he adds soccer to riding to maintain fitness. Hobson From Page 19 There’s a lot to think about quickly." The quick thinking and quiet hands that are his hallmark have led to national successes. In 1995 he was fifth on the NSA list. His relatively new career of training, though he has but a limited stable, has seen sanctioned successes as well — 1999 Virginia leading race mare Vingt Sept, owned by Audior Stable, won a sanctioned hurdle race the first year Hobson trained her. Hobson keeps fit by riding eight horses daily during racing season. "I get up early and go to Dot's (Smithwick, Sunnybank Farm) and ride hers. I ride primarily for her — she’s great.” When he's through at Sunnybank, Hobson turns his attention to the four horses he trains, stabled at Gordon Keys' Beaverdam Farm. "I have noticed as I've gotten older it's harder to keep my weight down," said Hobson, 32. "So I play in a soccer league, which helps with that and keeps me fit." In addition to his early morning riding schedule, he plays soccer four nights a week and watches what he eats during the season. Of Hobson's favorite courses, Bull Run's Brandywine Park wins hands down. "I've ridden nine races there, and I've won eight of them," he said. "It's a really nice course, the jumps are nice, and I've had good luck there. "At their first meet, I had a double, and then in March, when Rappahannock held their races there, I had another double. So I already liked it before that last meet." At that meet, in May of this year, he had four mounts and won with all four of them. Hobson is hard-pressed to name a favorite owner, though. "There are just so many of them, and so many good ones," he mused. "I do really like riding for Sunnybank, though. You can be sure anything from that barn is going to be a good ride." WlNANTS STEEPLECHASING BOOK PUBLISHED *V*? - fj ' Peter Winants of Middleburg knows the steeplechase game from the Inside out: he ; rode races in the 1950s. Son Woods was Virginia’s champion rider last year. He was i publisher of the Middleburg-based national magazine The Chronicle of the Horse.’ Winants’ most recent release, ‘Steeplechasing, the complete history of the sport in North America’ is now available from the renewed Derrydaie Press in .f .. i * & X % ■t ' \ , f -»' .’r vvC Lanham, Md. His other books are ‘Jay Trump’ and ‘Flatterer.’ The hardbound book includes 120 black and white photos and 20 color photos, many by local sporting photographers Douglas Lees, Janet Hitchen, Jackie Burke and Sarah Greenhalgh. It is available 4 through Derrydale: (301) 459*3366. Winants wilt be on hand at a booksigning at the Book Chase in Middleburg this faJL ; . ■" ■-.H » . „ , ' * ** - v- ' * fSs-i: - V ■,* I By William Myzk. Edited by Raymond Woolfe. Illustrations by Custer Cassidy A Roaring History Of The Virginia Gold Cup irl^he History and I Origins of the JL Virginia Gold Cup, a classic book about a classic went Through this narrative, lavishly illustrated with drawings and photographs, you can relive the excitement and grandeur of this breathtaking race. Our story centers on a single horse race, not one for the weak of heart, which is run each year over four miles of rugged four-foot post and rail jumps in Virginia. “'Storming back out of the misty past, this classic book for the first time brings alive again the mystique of one of the world’s most challenging sporting events. * -Dick Francis The deluxe leather bound collector’s edition, with its parchment paper and gold leaf edging, makes a unique gift The cloth bound version will make a beautiful addition to any coffee table or library. Be sure to order several copies for your gift list • Proceeds To Benefit The Meadow Outdoors Foundation Home of the Virginia Gold Cup Steeplechase A501 (c)3 Charitable Organization The History and Origins of the Virginia Gold Cup Book Order Form Name . Address City , M.ilium Ini' >i mi.*iii ill Name _ Address Stale_ Zip ll ililli it ni limn .11mt\' Tk> Leather bound, in case.mh Cloth Bound. Va. Tax 4.5% if applicable. Shipping Charge.prrboot Total . Make Clucks Payable To: Meadow Outdoors Foundation Mail Your Order To: Fauquier Times-Democrat PO. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 22186 $55 $20 $_ $5_ $_ j

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Pre-race jitters are evident in the Great Meadow paddock, but two-time International Gold Cup winner Saluter, at left, looks like he owns the place; he nearly does, with eight total victories there. Official artist Baarns captures race essence Loudoun County artist Anita Baarns has been chosen as the official artist for this year’s International Gold Cup painting. The work will be unveiled at a Sept. 21 event at Leesburg’s Potomac Gallery. Baarns was born in Fontainebleu, France and later moved to the Netherlands where she spent most of her childhood. In 1988 she emigrated to the U.S. and entered Northern Virginia Community College where she majored in fine arts. She graduated summa cum laude in 1993. In 1992 she received an U.S. patent for a process for creating artwork by application of crayon and ink. Her oil paintings have been exhibited at the American Academy of Equine Art in Kentucky and her work has appeared on the cover of The Chronicle of the Horse. Baarns is no stranger to the International Gold Cup. She was also commissioned as the official artist of the event in 1996, 1998 and 1999. “Her work is just so exceptional,” said Diane Jones, executive director of the Virginia Gold Cup Association. “She is able to truly capture the expressions of the horses and the essence of the event.” The 2000 International See ARTIST, Page 3 Tennessee origins of ‘Gold Cup’ The first Internationa] Gold Cup was held over brush in 1930 at Grasslands Downs in Nashville, Tenn. That year, the King of Spain placed a fabulous solid gold trophy into competition. After the Tennessee meet ended in 1932, the event - and trophy - were moved to the Rolling Rock races in Pennsylvania. That meet ended a half-century later in 1983. In 1984, the brand new Great Meadow course hosted its first races, offering the International Gold Cup as prize in its feature event. Great Meadow was developed as a championship venue for timber racing, so, when the Cup moved to Virginia, the race was changed from brush to timber. The rolls of the International are filled with champions, in the brush years and timber, too. Hall of Fame steeplechaser Cafe Prince won the Gold Cup at Rolling Rock in 1977 and ’78, his two championship years. Other national brush champions to win the Cup were Soothsayer in ’72, and Athenian Idol in ’73. Timber horse t>f the year in 1985, the late Sugar Bee is the only horse to win the Cup over brush (in ’83) and over timber (in ’85.) Other national timber champs to claim the Cup include Ozymandias, Call Louis, Joe’s OK, Final Final and Saluter. Find $50,000 tempting? Rich International prize tops all timber races this fall season The 63rd annual running of the International Gold Cup Races is set for Saturday, Oct. 21 at Great Meadow in The Plains. Gates open at 10 am for pre-race entertainment with the first of seven thoroughbred horse races scheduled for 1:30 pm. Purses total more than $130,000 for events carded on the flat, over hurdles, over the unique “steeple-thon” course and over timber. The featured International Gold Cup timber classic carries a purse of $50,000, making it this fall’s richest timber race. Pre-race festivities, including pony races and Jack Russell Terrier race exhibition, will be held in the homestretch area before the race program gets underway. General admission car passes are $40 in advance, $50 race day. A car pass admits one vehicle and six occupants. For ticket information contact the Virginia Gold Cup Association at 540-347-1215 or order online at www.vagoldcup.com. Advance purchase of tickets is recommended, though unlike the May Virginia Gold Cup races, tickets arc sold at the gate on race day. For ticket outlet information and race details, call (800) 69-RACES. Race day timetable 10 a.m. - Great Meadow gates open 11 a.m. - Ashland Bassets exhibition 11:30 a.m. - Jack Russell Terrier races 12 p.m. - Small, medium and large pony races 12:55 p.m. - U.S. Park Police mounted Color Guard presents the colors 1 p.m. - Official opening ceremonies 1:30 p.m. - Maiden hurdle 2:05 p.m. - Moriah Steeplethon open steeplechase 2:40 p.m. - Future Champions Cup 3-yearold hurdle 3:15 p.m. - Claiming hurdle championship 3:50 p.m. - Lincoln International Gold Cup 4:25 p.m. - Maiden claiming hurdle 5 p.m. - Litton dash amateur rider flat 7 p.m. - Great Meadow gates close Who’s your Kinross Farm’s Jakob’s Pal, jumping at left with trainer Neil Morris up, won the 1999 Moriah Steeplethon. The specialty race was created as a jumping test for the steeplechasing sport's older, more experienced runners. The 3 1/4-mile race features 21 varied fences, including this brush water. Times Newspapers Photo/Belsy Parker

Times Newspapers Staff Photo/Betsy Parker The International Gold Cup races Oct. 21 include a full race program of seven events over hurdles, timber and on the flat. A primer in racecourse terminology The program of the International Gold Cup races at Great Meadow is similar to most on the National Steeplechase Association circuit. It always helps, though, to be conversant in the sport’s lingo - knowing the terminology accentuates the experience. Study the key at right. Entries in each race will be listed on different pages of the program. The races themselves vary in obstacle type (hurdles, or plastic simulated brush; timber, or solid post and rail fences.) They also vary in length. The shortest at the Gold Cup is a flat race set at 1 3/4 miles; the longest, the eponymous feature, is contested over 3 1/2 miles. Races conditions also differ. Maiden races are limited to horses that have not previously won over fences. An important note: a horse can have won on the flat but still be a maiden over hurdles, or can have won over hurdles and still be a maiden over timber. Other race conditions limit previous earnings to keep races fairly contested. Race Day Program Key T Um* givan, pink hoops, pink cap. 6>SALUTER 10, SakJMty-CunH* /Aik k k Artist From Page 2 Gold Cup painting, “Riders Up,” is inspired by Virginiaowned and -bred Saluter, a horse who has dazzled thousands of people at Great Meadow for seven years running. Ann Stern’s gelding has won the Virginia Gold Cup six times (from 1994-’99) and the International Gold Cup twice (in 1998 and ’99.) Baarns’ painting shows*' Saluter’s trainer and regular jockey, Jack Fisher getting a “leg up” from handler Juliet Lombardy in the paddock before going out onto the Great Meadow racecourse. Saluter is always notably calm and confident when “Riders Up” is announced. The other horses in the painting do not exude Saluter’s confidence, and the tension shown by the other horses is in sharp contrast to Saluter’s clear focus. the international RAfFS /v/w muvtt. tJUJUTF WHEN: October 21, 2000 WHERE: Great Meadow, The Plains, Virginia ADMISSION: General Admission (Car & Occupants) $40 In Advance; $50 Race Day For more information, Call (540) 347-1215 or1-800-69 Races, also visit our web site at www.vagoldcup.com ‘The Fall Classic of Steeplechase Racing” Join us for an exciting day of steeplechase racing over brush and timber fences in the classic steeplechase tradition. This prestigious event features seven races attracting the finest jump race contenders in the United States. Pre-race festivities include Pony Races and Jack Russell Terrier Races which add to the genteel character and family enjoyment of a beautiful autumn day of racing in the rolling hills of the Virginia Hunt Country. LINCOIN Fauquier County Resident Discount: In grateful recognition of the continued support of Fauquier Citizens, a discount ticket has been established. Restricted to Residents of Fauquier County it will admit your vehicle and up to 6 people into General Subscriber Area. Limit two passes per resident, must be redeemed in person with evidence that you are a Fauquier Resident (ie. Drivers license) at: Virginia Gold Cup Association Office 90 Main Street, Warrenton, VA Discount Price $30 (Regular Price $40) Not valid after October 8th.

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