Rappahannock News, October 11, 2000

123rd Year... No. 40 Phone (540) 675-3338 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11,2000 www.timeecommunlty.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Easements top | 10,600 acres | Two easement gifts to the • i Virginia Outdoors Foundation, recorded at the end of September, add 389 acres to Rappahannock's permanently } protected landscape. Foremost of i these, and arguably the County's j most stringent easement, is a gift : from the Jenkins Mountain Land Trust-- the final step in a preservation action reported in the News a year and a half ago. The Jenkins Mountain , easement merges six previous tax parcels into a single tract that can never be redivided and can never be "developed" by anything but one cabin, served by no utilities, and one or two woodsheds. Existing trails on the property may be maintained, but no new ones built. At almost 2000 ; feet Jenkins Mountain overlooks ! both Gid Brown Hollow and the Town of Washington. The second easement applies : to 73 acres on Fodderstack Road near Flint Hill. That gift comes from Wallace and Susan Achenbach; it prohibits any future division of their property. Craft festival set The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will sponsor a Fall Craft Festival 2000 on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be crafts, music, food, games, antique cars, fire prevention handouts, fire truck displays and many other attractions. The event will be held at the Sperryville Fire Department's grounds, just west of Sperryville on U.S. 211. For information or vendor spaces contact Michelle Jenkins at 987 Forum scheduled These are exciting times for Rappahannock County Public Schools and most importantly for the youth of our county. The time has come to take our athletic program to the next level and put the pride back into Panther Pride. If you share this vision or are just interested in general, join us on Monday, Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the Rappahannock County High School auditorium for a school sports forum featuring guest speaker Eddie Dean, the athletic director for Madison County Public Schools. •, Mr. Dean will speak on what a successful sports program does for a school system and a community. For additional information call Paul Gall at 9375048 or Dean Hahn at 635-5692. Amissville to host festival Saturday The village of Amissville will host a fall festival Saturday, Oct. 15. There will be craft vendors galore, plenty of food, exhibits, demonstrations, antique cars, music and fun for the entire family. The fire department will host an open house and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions. ^ There will be a silent auction Sponsored by the Amissville Area Community Association, raffles by the Ruritans, a harvest test for the children at Amissville Baptist as well as a corn maze at Muskrat Haven Farm., Happenings • Wednesday, Oct. 11 at 7:30 the Washington Town Council will meet at the town hall. • Thursday, Oct. 12 the ARB will meet at 7:30 at the town hall. Rappahannock News P.0. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) A fall tradition! to-——--—, "taT-mu--—' *■ iiiiBMfcirriii ruirmr wmiifffi'lT Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones The Rappahannock Lions Club will host their annual apple butter sale this weekend, Oct. 14 and 15 at The Faith Mountain Company at Sperryville. Apples were processed last week and longtime member, Carson Johnson is getting ready for the sale. School Sports Association announced By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Special Writer ' A sometimes fractious October School Board meet-, ing followed a smooth presentation, by founding chairman Paul Gall, about the newly formed Rappahannock County School Sports Association (RCSSA). The organization's mission, said Mr. Gall, is "to benefit our youth by energizing and engaging the entire community in the promotion and ultimate success of our school system's athletic program." Mr. Gall noted that it was especially important to have a strong athletic program in a small school system, and that the RCSSA would serve to support that goal through community outreach activities and by raising funds to acquire and maintain sports equipment and facilities. Among the areas targeted for support are the acquisition of uniforms and equipment, a weight training room, and an athletic fields concession stand and restrooms; the maintenance of the athletic fields; and the development of elementary grade level sports feeder programs. The RCSSA will host a forum and introduction to steering committee officers at the high school auditorium on Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m., and it will kick-off its fund raising efforts with a golf tourney on Oct. 21, and a "haunted house" in Axnissville on Oct. 27 and 28. RCSSA membership and other information is available from the organization at 987-8487. Update on athletics Rappahannock County High School's new and first athletic director, Jon Smythe, provided the school board and meeting attendees with an update on athletic developments. His presentation took on a decidedly contrite tone, and he repeatedly alluded to the controversy that surrounded his actions in Luray last month by noting the bad start that he had had. He stressed, though, his strong belief in his mission and his hopes that he would continue to have the opportunity to fulfill that mission of strengthening the athletic program. He noted some of the new athletic program elements he has initiated, and those include: a wrestling program under the supervision of Coach Jim Wells; the restarting of a Junior Panther competitive sports program for seventh and eighth grade boys and the starting of a girls Junior Panther program; the opening of the high school gym for student and community recreation on Saturdays; the development of a winter soccer league; the start, this past Sunday evening, of an indoor volleyball program; a coaches training program in conditioning, emergency medical care, and nutrition at Fauquier Hospital; the director's involvement, as a non-voting member, on the executive committee of the new RCSSA; a high school Varsity Club that will bring in speakers to discuss sports and next level opportunities for student athletes, is updating the high school sign, maintaining the school sports hotline (987-9316), and investigating past athletic successes as background to create a "wall of fame" and to install banners in the gym; and planning for the creation of a weight room for high school students and the community. Mr. Smythe admitted to having made mistakes, but he said that "I honestly believe in what I'm doing here . . . and I don’t want this thing to falter because I'm in here and someone else is not." Family Life recommendations RCES Principal Raye Tupper., coordinator of the Family Life Education Curriculum Review Committee, presented the committee’s recommendations to the School Board. The committee was charged with reviewing the human sexuality portion of the family life curriculum, and did so by first researching data on pregnancy risk for the Health Department. Mrs. Tupper noted that Health Department data shows that while the number of pregnancies has declined, the age of mothers has as well, and the department is receiving inquiries from “younger and younger" girls. The general recommendations of the committee, she said, include: moving certain objectives to earlier grades; placing greater emphasis on information regarding the prevention of STD's rather than on simply preventing pregnancy; emphasizing the benefits of abstinence; investigation of abstinence programs in other localities as a next step in implementing a curriculum; and stepping up communications with parents to encourage parent-child dialogue. The document presented by the committee highlight proposed curriculum changes, and the school board will review recommendations before further action is taken. SACS Accreditation Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) accreditation team leader and fourth grade teacher Amy Saxon reported on the team's findings. She noted that SACS accreditation does not appear on student transcripts and that, of the twelve Virginia colleges polled, only one, JMU, said that they look at high school accreditation. She also said that the school guidance office has not been asked about SACS accreditation by college admissions offices, and that Virginia Standards of Accreditation prohibit any State accreditation information from appearing on student transcripts. The team, according to Ms. Saxon, had polled high school and elementary school faculty about the need for SACS accreditation and that the elementary school faculty voted against it and that the high school faculty said that they .required additional time for study of the issue. The team’s recommendation, supported by Superintendent Dr. David Gangel, was to drop SACS accreditation from RCES, and to permit additional study before a decision is reached at RCHS. The board agreed with the recommendations, by a vote of three to two, but significant and emotional calls for more public comment and more review before any decision was reached was heard from the audience. A number of attendees, both teachers and citizens, spoke in favor of more substantive review, and for more opportunity for the public to be involved in the accreditation decision. It appeared, though Ms. Saxon said that high school representatives were invited to be on the accreditation review team, that there was little high school faculty involvement in the process. High school teacher Brion Patterson said that there was insufficient review by RCHS faculty and, though he had not decided either way on the issue, he felt it was so critical for student's futures, that much more time be taken for review before any recommendation was made. The Board did agree that RCHS faculty should take more time to investigate the accreditation issue, but Chairperson Rosa Crocker appealed for an expeditious response. Superintendent's report Superintendent Dr. Gangel, on behalf of the VSBA, distributed certificates of achievement to School Board members Aileen Johnson and Rose Ann Sharp, and a "Silver Star" to board chair Rosa Crocker. Dr. Gangel requested and received unanimous Board okay for the authorization for expenditure of $109,768.98 representing supplemental appropriations approved bv the Board of Supervisors at their last meeting. Some $21,000 of these funds was from PTEC for a contribution to health insurance costs, and Dr. Gangel presented a plan by which the bulk of these funds would be expended to ensure that employee health insurance costs, for this year, would not increase from last year. The board agreed to his proposal. Student Representative's Report Student representative Jeff Simeon noted that there have "been a lot of changes to the high school": a new lunch system where students do not need to pay each day, the new addition, the Varsity Club, the "Moment of Silence", the new dress code, the open container policy, and the reduction of time between classes. He said that everyone is adapting fairly well to the changes, but that "a lot of kids are caught in the halls between classes" due to the reduction in time allowed, and that the water vending machines are not accessible enough after lunch hours. Marijuana possession, violations By John Toler Rappahannock News Staff Writer An airborne operation conducted Sept. 27 to apprehend marijuana growers in Rappahannock County has resulted in three arrests, according to Rappahannock Sheriff Larry Sherertz. I The operation — which involves utilizing the Virginia State Police! helicopter and a ground force of Sheriffs Office personnel to check suspected marijuana growing sites — is conducted twice a year, said Sherertz. For the Sept. 27 operation, the Sheriff s Office had a list of ten suspect locations, two of which were found to have marijuana growing on the premises. Arrested at their home at 230 Moon Road, Sperryville, on Oct. 5> were William Fred Abernathy, 50, and Ann M. Liebel, 47. Both were charged with possession of marijua-1 na. Arrested at the second site on Bear Wallow Road near Flint Hill was Carl Lee Smoot, 39. He also was charged with possession of marijuana. "We determine from undercover work and tips provided by the community where marijuana may be growing, and target those areas for investigation," said Sherertz. Maj. Chris Williams flew in the State Police helicopter during the operation, while Sheriff Sherertz, Lt. Randy Shifflett, Sgt. Connie Compton, Capt. Jeff Brown and Dep. J. C. Welch handled the investigations and arrests on the ground. Although "not a great quantity" of marijuana was found, the plants were cut down and packaged to be used as evidence, according to Sherertz. Abernathy, Liebel, and Smoot are currently out on bail, and will be arraigned on Oct. 17. See VIOLATIONS, Page A1 Baldwins’ l sentenced | in bear 1 trafficking] By JOSH BARNEY | Rappahannock News Special Writer CHARLOTTESVILLE - ] Citing a conflict between >j "instinctive folk thinking" and *] modem law, a federal judge on Tuesday ordered a Sperryville couple to serve probation and *• pay $1,000 in fines for trafficking in bear parts. tZ "We are not in the days when you could take game as you saw fit," Judge James H. * Michael Jr. told the couple, ,« Danny and Bonnie Sue 'X Baldwin. "We will never see. J those days again." * But Michael acknowledged « that the bear trade once was a * fairly accepted part of rural X life, saying it remains something of an "inbred philosophy that exists in this general area and in this country." He also * noted that the couple had X* cooperated fully with authori- “* ties after their arrest. j Prosecutor Jean Hudson, X* an assistant U.S. attorney, X) said she expects 20 to 25 inch- X viduals will be charged * because of the Baldwins’ cooperation, including their partic- < ipation in bear-trade sting operations. She estimates at least 100 federal charges will be filed. "Were certainly pleased we’ve been able to make the , progress we have," Hudson I“; said, singling out Bonnie ' Baldwin's efforts. "Mrs, Bonnie Baldwin has by far been the more active, aggressive and involved cooperator,'1 See BALDWIN, Pag* AS J ----—^

RCPS News By Jan Make la Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • The Building Trades I Class at RCHS is planning for our carpentry unit. They are planning to build four utility sheds and would like to find buyers for these sheds before the construction begins. The buyer could then choose the size, color and other options as well. Interested persons should contact Mr. Scott Schlosser, RCHS Building Trades teacher at 987-8575. • Have you heard about the incredible maze at Luray Caverns? If not, you have to see it to believe it! Our very own RCHS teacher Mr. John Schneider was instrumental in the creation of this wonderful Garden Maze. Classroom teachers are invited to visit the Maze with their students to reinforce a variety of math and science SOL skills. The maze which covers one acre consists of half a mile pathway among Dark American Arbovitae and is open to the public. Questions? Call 540743-6551, or check out www.luraycaverns.com. • Many thanks to Mrs. Amo Merritt for agreeing to help Mrs. Debi Carroll and Mrs. Athena Bywaters with the General Mills Box Tbps Collection effort. This kind of volunteer assistance is invaluable to us. • Do you need business cards, a web page, posters, flyers, brochures, but don't know who to ask? Twenty- three RCHS students under the guidance of Computer Graphics teacher Ms. Laurie Marshall have opened the RCHS Graphics Business. Please call Ms. Marshall at* 987-8575 to place an order or to receive more information. • Many thanks to RCHS Principal Mr. Jack Raines for extending the invitation to all RCHS parents to attend the first monthly PAC (Principal's . Advisory Council) Meeting on Oct. 18. Please mark your calendars. The meeting will last one hour, from 6-7 p.m., and is open to all parents and friends of RCHS. Please come with questions and concerns, and be prepared to work on positive solutions to concerns. It is through cooperation and collaboration that good things happen. • Adult Education classes have begun for the Fall 2000 Session. We were very pleased with the variety of classes we were able to offer and the incredible talent and expertise of our instructors. These class-. es will end in mid-November. Information on our Winter Session will be available by mid-December, classes for that session will begin in early February. If you are interested in having a particular class offered, or if you would like to apply to teach a class, please contact Jan Makela, Program Coordinator, at 987-8259. Many thanks to Rappnet for helping us with last minute publicity for the Adult Education program. Thanks to this assistance we were able to offer two additional classes. • Two Inservice Days are planned for RCPS staff on Oct. 26-27. It is essential that our staff have -opportunities for professional growth for, if their skills are continually enhanced, our children are sure to benefit. Many thanks to the School Council Inservice Committee for their tremendous effort in organizing two meaningful days of instruction for staff. The committee is comprised of Chair, Mrs. Layne Vickers, Mrs. Harriette Rosenblatt, Mrs. Mary Anne Biggs, and Mr. Richard Smith.• Our RCPS School Council believes that all of us, staff as well as students, should be constantly engaged By Lori Ferreira Rappahannock News Writer . • Wakefield Country Day School's Student Government Association held their class elections for class representatives and prefects recently. The class representatives are Rachel Carrier, grade four; Joy Heddleston, grade five; Patrick Dale, grade six; WCDS News Marissa Sullivan, grade seven; Katie Guiffre, grade eight; Saagar Mehta, grade nine; Li2 Williams, grade ten; Antonia Toth, grade 11 and Amador Herraiz, grade 12. Class prefects will be Allison Russo, grade seven; Jordan Hammelman, grade eight; Mary Yates, grade nine; Whitney Matthews, grade ten; NOTICE 2000 Rappahannock County taxes have been mailed and must be paid on or before December 5, 2000 to avoid penalty. Failure to receive a bill through the mail does not relieve the taxpayer of any additional charges that will accrue under law for failure to pay within the prescribed time. Treasurer’s office hours are 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday. Frances A. Foster Treasurer 540-675-3334 AUCTION Thursday, October 19, 2000 5:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Public School Bus Shop Owner of211-522 and Schoolhouse Road. Bill Payne, auctioneer (2) 1984 School Buses, GMC, in running condition, 366 gas engine, 5 speed transmission • (1) 1985 Chevrolet sedan • Obsolete bus parts • Snowblower • Office equipment, typewriters, etc. • Computer equipment (computers, monitors, printers, cables, etc.) • Other school equipment • Shop equipment. Yes\ □ Please enter my new subscription to: -Rappahannock Neim Subscription Rates By ..Rappahannock.$21 .°°/yeaf Elsewhere in the U.S.$27.°°/year Name __ Address ____ City__ State Zip, Mail subscriptions arc payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 Oid Address: This form mav also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS New Address: JtThe Rappahannock News(ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is ^published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, ■Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel fiCommunications, Inc. Peritxiicals postage paid at Warrenton, ^Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 ga year in Rappahanntxjk; $27.00 elsew here in U.S. ^POSTMASTER; Send address changes to Rappahannock \News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. Thomas Marlar, grade 11; and Dana Ferreira, grade 12. • Kudos to the youngest of WCDS Owls! The fourth though seventh grade soccer team emerged victorious from their game at Linton Hall last week with a score of 3-2! • Congratulations to our Lady Owls Volleyball team for their win at Massanutten Military Academy last week. You can catch the action when WCDS goes up against RMA at home on Oct. 12, and again at Notre Dame Academy on Oct. 13. MISSING Red & white face HEIFER between 400 & 500 lbs. from the Boston area. I If seen, please call 540-987-9339 in learning throughout our lives. Our hope is that we will all develop a love of learning and a desire to continue to learn new things forever. This may be through: college, vocational school, computer school, adult education classes, correspondence classes, or reading. We believe in Learning for all, whatever it takes. It is through these kinds of statements that our Panther Pride shines through! • Last Friday, First and Second Grade students at RCES were treated to and were participants in a wonderful American Indian (Native American) Reenactment as a Culmination of Mary Jane Bird’s visit to our school as an Artist in Residence. The effort was incredible to say the least. Special guests of American Indian descent volunteered to share their culture as well. They were Mrs. Liz (Little Dreamer) Varela and Rev. David (Chato) Varela, RCES parents, and their friend Angie (Butterfly Dancer). Other parents and friends who assisted were: Bobby Flournoy, who showed his father's extensive arrowhead collection, Deborah Flournoy, Mary Riggleson, Teresa Wayland, Nanette Hogan, Maryellen Nealon, Sandy Carter, Marietta Verrill, Sharon and Jim Humbles, Angie Norman, Charlotte Turnmeyer, Veronica Ellis, Lorraine Duisit, Michelle Berta, Kathy Vest, Virginia Kilby, Connie Williams ana Charlotte Mills. I am sure there may have been others. ’ We are grateful to this incredible support from our parent community. Many hours of' hard work went into the sue-; cess of this effort, and our ■ teachers are to be commended. - Many thanks to art teacher * Mrs. Harriette Rosenblatt and-' Music teacher Mrs. Joy * Rollins for coordinating the' event. • All students, parents an<J - friends of RCES are invited to ' visit the Book Fair between Oct. 24 and Nov. 3. The fair'* organized by Librarian Mrs. Aney Massie will include a wide variety of books, posters, See RCPS NEWS, Page A8 Woodpeckers: Life on the vertical Woodpeckers are equipped through evolution for the vertical life. There are few horizontals for them, and when the Red-bellied Woodpecker lands on the platform feeder, he clings to the edge in a vertical position and reaches for a sunflower seed. He quickly takes the seed to the upper trunk of a maple. There he securely wedges the seed in a bark crevice and,, in a vertical position, whacks away at the hard coating with his powerful bill. For clinging to tree trunks and limbs, a woodpecker has zygodactyl (an impressive term) feet-two toes in front, two behind. Other birds have three toes in front and one behind: this works best for perching upright on horizontal branches or hopping on the ground. Clinging to the bark of a tree is best done with short legs which the woodpecker has; these are equipped with elongated, zygodactyl toes and sharp claws. Tail feathers are long, stiff and strong; woodpeckers use them to prop themselves against a tree trunk in an upright position. This may be the most unusual aspect of woodpecker adaptation unless one wants to consider the thick-walled skull and straight, sharp-pointed bill as more remarkable. Strong muscles and a thick skull absorb the shock of hard pounding on wood. A woodpecker's tongue is coiled around the skull and can be extended to astonishing lengths for probing for insects deep inside a tree limb or trunk. This tongue is equipped with bristles or barbs at its tip for piercing the larva of a wood boring beetle. One species, the Flicker, feeds on the ground and con Proposed Amendments to the Zoning Chapter of the Rappahannock County Code The Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County. Virginia, shall hold a public hearing on Monday. November 6. 2000. at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington. VA. to consider the following amendinent(s) to the Rappahannock County Code provisions for Zoning (§170): 1. ) Amend §170-8 by adding a new definition, to read: FAMILY APARTMENT - For the purposes of this chapter, "family" shall be defined as being a member of the immediate family (i.e. a natural or legally defined offspring or parent of the ow ner. 2. ) Amend §170-36 B by adding a "SP" in the column for "HC" for "Schools. Public or Private, within a house or building w ith less than 25 students"; and an "SE" in the column for “CV" and "CCi" for "Schools. Public or Private, within a house or building, greater than 25 students" 3. ) Amend §170-36 B by replacing "SP” in columns for "CV", "CG" & "HC" w ith a "P" 4. ) Amend § 170-36 E by adding a "P" in the column for "HC" for "Furniture Repair” 5. ) Amend §170-37 by replacing, under "Minimum Lot Size”, the line entitled "Family Transfer**" and replacing with "Special Exception”; also, replace the dashed line under "the columns headed "RR-5", & "R-2" with "2" and "I", respectively. 6. ) Amend § 170-40 A, (4) by inserting, at the end of the section: unless the parcel to be divided represents a single holding from the parcel of record of 1962 ti e. there are no other owners of a portion of the parent tract) 7. ) Amend §170-63 C (2) by sinking all of the language after the word "located" 8. ) Amend §170-63 C by adding a new standard: (4) Sch(x>l uses in commercial zoning districts shall have such setbacks as the BZA or Governing Body may stipulate as necessary to protect the public health and safety. 9. ) Amend §170-63 K (I) by deleting and renumbering the remainder of the section 10. ) Amend §170-66 E (4) by deleting the last sentence and replacing with: Offices, may be open at other times only under such conditions as the BZA may stipulate. 11. ) Delete current § 170-105 and replace with: Notwithstanding any other provision of this Chapter, where any sign is permitted based on the content of the sign, then a sign containing "non-commercial” content shall be allowed upon the same terms, conditions, and restrictions as the permitted sign. This provision shall be interpreted so that in no case shall a sign containing "commercial" content be favored over one containing "non-commercial” content."Non-commercial" content means the sign content is not related solely to the economic interests of the speaker and the audience. These proposed amendments shall also be considered by the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at a Public Hearing to be held on Wednesday, October 18, 2000, at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse in Washington, VA. All interested persons are invited to attend and to make comment at either or both meetings, or by submitting written remarks for the record to the Zoning Administrator. PO. Bov 519. Washington. VA 22747. Memories John Trott siimes great quantities of ants, their favorite food. The sticky tongue is probed deep within > an ant nest. Ants attack the intruding tongue, stick to it and ride it in great numbers back into the bird's mouth. Recently a friend remarked on a curious behavior of a female Red-bellied Woodpecker: the bird clung to the trunk of a tree and pressed the side of its head against the bark for several minutes. "What was the bird doing?" I was asked. My answer: "Listening for insects." It is now known that wood' peckers can hear an insect as it moves about deep in the trunk of a tree. With this astonishing hearing ability, a bird knows where to drill a hole. For many years it was incorrectly assumed that woodpeckers drilled into trees at random, hoping for a meal at the end of his work. If that were true, woodpeckers would have starved long ago. Woodpeckers of many species drill holes into the sides of houses and, in some cases, cause considerable damage. The current belief is that the birds mistake some household appliance - an electric clock, for instance - as an insect and go after it for food. Woodpeckers do not have elaborate songs such as that of a Cardinal or Song Sparrow. Most vocalizations are sharp, quick and distinct such as the sharp keer of a Flicker or the dry rattle of a Downy Woodpecker. Rhythmic tapping or drumming is used as a form of communication in courtship and to proclaim territorial rights. On occasion, reports surface of a woodpecker that has discovered that drumming on metal - a gutter or drain pipe - makes a splendid sound and carries great distances. Female woodpeckers perceive this with pleasure, but residents of the house on which the metal is ‘ attached are often jolted awake j in the early morning by the. sound of a woodpecker drilling^ on a gutter. Drilling for food is not the., only kind of work performed.' by woodpeckers. Deep nesting’ cavities - narrow at the top, broad and bowl-shaped at the ' bottom, - are excavated for not only a place to deposit a clutch of pure white eggs but for snug ' sleeping chambers. " Speckled, thus camouflaged, eggs offer a degree of protection from detection by' predators of birds building open, cup-shaped nests in shrubs and trees. Large' clutches of white eggs are laid by female woodpeckers that have no need for protective coloration because they are deep within a nest cavity. The only nest is the soft wood chips?at the bottom of the goardshaped nest. Females incubate., during the day, males at nightj when the female is resting in» her own sleeping cavity. On hatching, nestling woodpeckers are little more than blind embryos, devoid of • feathers. These young are fed . on a steady diet of partially, digested insects by the attentive parents that pump foodinto the mouths of hungry, young. The nestlings grow and. develop rapidly. They are a noisy, aggressive lot and areready to leave the secure pro-, tection of the nest cavity in 28 to 30 days. Young woodpeckers, spend a long time getting ready for life in the outside world. For. this reason they raise only one. brood a season and produce a, large clutch of eggs that are - in - a sense - all in one basket. Once I was walking in the June woods when I heart} what I assumed was the hum of a hive of bees. My curiosity overcame my fear of multiple stings and I discovered the, humming noise was coming from a nest full of hungry Flickers. It occurred to me that few predators - a snake, raccoon, jay or hungry crow - would brave a swarm of angry bees. What a remarkable illusion to prevent predation! Note: The “Memories” col-.. umn continues with this selection from Oct. 21, 1998. Saturday & Sunday Noon until 4 p.m. NOW OPEN Thursday - Sunday 5:30 to doting Family Dining & Fin* Hoik 540-987-3162 www. bla«mooncof«.c JENKINS ORCHARDS Quality Fruit Select Your Own Apples Red Delicious, Golden Delicious Empire, Jonathan, Romo, Granny Smith, Braeban, Fuji, Winesap, Stayman, York Also : Apple Cider, Jam, Honey and Apple Butter How; S:30 am. to 5:30 am. Bring your own containers Directions: From Culpeper on at 522. left at yancey Roed, approximately 2 miles. From SperryvMe, Rt 522, right at Yancey Road. 2 miles. Watch for signs. Woodville.f540) 987-8192 ATTENTION PET OWNERS RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC Rappahannock County and the Rappahannock County Animal Welfare League (RAWL) will sponsor a rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, October 28, 2000, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Animal Shelter, Weaver Road, Amissville, VA. Rabies vaccinations will be provided for a fee of $10.00 per animal and owners are requested to bring cats in carriers. For more information, call RAWL at (540) 937-3336.

C. Coon to speak at RAAC series On Friday, Oct. 13 at 8 p.m. Carl Coon will speak about his recently released book, Culture Wars and the Global Village, as part of a new RAAC series at the Rappahannock County Library. The evening will focus on an informal discussion of how former Ambassador Coon's experience as a diplomat has shaped his unique ideas about the status of the world today. The following article is an introduction to the book and its central thesis. Concerning Culture "Once upon a time there was a duck named David. He was a wild duck and belonged to the Terpsichore flock, which migrated each year between the Arctic lands of northern Alaska and the subtropics. You must realize that every species of wild duck prides itself on its distinctive plumage and considers itself superior to all other kinds of ducks. And within each species, each flock considers that it alone represents the highest rung on the ladder of duckdom. In order to show how special it is, each flock has its own ways of doing some things that all ducks do, more or less—but that the particular flock in question does best of all. This phenomenon is known as duck culture. This is how my story, "David the Duck,” begins. I wrote it about fourteen years ago and dedicated it to my grandson David when he was Carl Coon about four years old. Full disclosure: I wrote it more for adults than for a four-yearold, and my comment about 'duck culture' really referred to human nature, not duck nature, about which I know very little. The story was intended to be light satire, but in fact it proved to be a seed that has grown ever since and is now a central concept in my new book, "Culture Wars and the Global Village." What is this thing called "culture?" Culture is a combination of language, religion, manners and customs, dress, and many other factors that give people a sense of belonging to a group larger than the family. Individuals identify themselves in terms of the culture they belong to. David identified himself not only as a duck, but as a Terpsichore. If you were a Martian looking at the human race for the first time, you would very likely classify us by cultures, much the way a biologist classifies the flora and fauna around us by species. I've lived abroad much of my life, and I've always been fascinated by different cultures. People everywhere distinguish between members of their own iri-group and outsiders. In our country, individuals may belong to several in-groups—church, social club, business, for example, and the sense of belonging exclusively to any one of them is diluted. But in places like the Middle East, the lines of identification are much sharper; there is usually one in-group that stands out as the main source of the individual's sense of who he is and where he belongs. I’ve tried to keep this argument simple, but in practice this concept of cultural in-groups is devilish hard to define, for you never find two cultures taking exactly the same form. Even in the Middle East, where the outlines are often crisp and the units easily identified, the constituent elements vary. The most important challenge of the times is not the environment per se, or the population problem, or the threat of nuclear war. It is the need for a global consensus that the old culture-specific loyalties have to be subordinated to a new "in-group" loyalty that embraces everyone— in short, the "global village". To the extent that is achieved, the other problems become soluble. Absent such a consensus, they will only get worse. Civil war ’sins’ of the Yankees to be topic of next Round Table True Confederate sympathizers who have always believed that Southern soldiers were saints and the Northern Yankees were sinners will not want to miss the next meeting of the Blue Ridge Civil War Round Table. ' "Yankee Perfidy and the Seven Deadly Sins" will be the topic of guest speaker Thomas P. Lowry, author of four Civil War books and numerous articles, including "The Sperryville Outrage," a 1999 Civil War Times article that detailed rape and rampage by Union troops in Sperryville during 1862. Lowry is a retired professor of psychiatry whose research has dug deeply into such subjects as sex in the Civil War and medical and ethical bungling by wartime surgeons. He is the nation's leading authority on court martial cases that brought Union officers and soldiers to justice. Lowry will speak to the Round Table on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Old Sperryville Bookshop, on Main Street in the historic village of Sperryville. Members of the ' A f In Loving Memory of V ' Timothy “Lee” Compton OcL 10,1999 I One year ago, God took your 'hand and led you home to his m Promised Land. You left behind a * beautiful son, Eric, who is almost * three. We wish you were here to * watch him grow and play, since he is like you in so many ways. There » is never a day you are not in our * thoughts. You are also dearly »missed by Grandma and * Granddaddy Settle, Grandma * Compton and all the rest of your * family. We will always love and » miss you until we can be together ! again. We love you. Mom, Dad and Son Eric f Theirs.. Oct. 12 OPEN MIC Sponsored by Oasis CD Frl.. Oct. 13 DEVON Sat.. Oct. 14 SKflLICIOUS NOW OPEN Thursday - Sunday 5:30 to dosing Family Dining & Fln« Mask 540-987-3162 1 www.bluamooncafa.coai Round Table need not make reservations, but non-members should call 987-8444 in advance to reserve seating. Dr. Lowry is widely known for his research on Union court martial records. He had read and catalogued all 83,000 court martial cases on file at the National Archives in Washington, D.C., a task that took more than five years. His research has provided material for four books, including his latest, "Tarnished Scalpels," which examines cases of Civil War surgeons brought to trial for violations of proper medical practice or Army regulations. His previous book, titled "Tarnished Eagles," details the tragicomic cases of Union officers who faced court mar tial for offenses ranging from drunkenness during battle to cowardice. Lowry's other Civil War books include "Don't Shoot that Boy," a study of military justice involving execution of Union soldiers, and "The Story the Soldiers Wouldn’t Tell: Sex in the Civil War." His talk on "Yankee Perfidy and the Seven Deadly Sins" draws upon all his research and writing, and "illustrates the range of human folly and misbehavior" seen during the war. Lowry also will discuss what he discovered in National Archives records on the Sperryville incidents of 1862, in which several Union soldiers were convicted of offenses, including rape and robbery, against local citizens. JACK EVANS ‘01 DEVILLE & DHS & DTS & Night Vision Now In Stock! Previously Owned Cadillacs NOW REDUCED!! □ 1998 CADILLAC D'ELEGANCE, V8, Leather, Full Power, Aluminum Wheels, 26K Miles, Stk. #100935. Now $24,988 1997 CADILLAC SEVILLE, White Diamond, Auto, A/C, V8, Cruise, 44K Mi., AM/FM, CD, Cass, PS, PB, PW, PL, Tilt, RW Defrost, lnt. 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At the Second Annual Harvest hosts Jen and John will serve their three berry melomel (a fruit flavored mead) the juniper berry metheglin (a spiced mead), their traditional mead made with metaphome honey, as well as the incomparable crabapple hard cider and a braggot (a malt-mead hybrid). For an admission fee of $12 the mead aficionado (and the mead novice, too) will receive a wine glass, tastings, the choice of a glass of wine, refreshments, and entertainment. Saturday celebrants will be entertained by "Lean & Mean," the progressive folk duo featuring Lucy Turner on violin and Warren Phinney on acoustic guitar, and Sunday's guests will hear the folk/rock dulcimer and guitar due, "W.O.O.D." (Weirded Out Old Dudes). It was a good year for mead in Rappahannock, and a great first year for the Smokehouse Winery. Unfortunately (for the mead drinker), demand has exceed Rappahannock News Photo/Gerald Ochs'" HARVEST CELEBRATION: Jen Cable and John Hallberg will welcome guests to the Smokehouse Winery's Tasting House on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. ed production, and there is still a three bottle limit for the Smokehouse Winery's products. On the positive side, John has recently acquired additional tanks and, if he can increase his honey production, there will be greater availability next year, and perhaps a case limit will be effected. Next year's product possibilities include a late spring 2001 honeysuckle metheglin, a late spring 2001 cassis melomel, and a fall 2001 trabapple cyser (an apple mead). More and more in the region are enjoying the Smokehouse Winery's mead—there are now eight" stores carrying the prod-, ucts—and, after a review by honeywine.com in the near future, it is not unlikely that/ the regional demand will become a national demand. So now's the time for us in Rappahannock, and the Second Annual Harvest Celebration is a good time to try and buy the Smokehouse wines. For directions and more information call thef" Smokehouse Winery at (540F 987-3194 or visit their new' web site at www. smokehouse- ■ winerybnb.com. Hearthstone to host festival Hearthstone School, located just two and a half miles west of Sperryville, on US 211, is hosting a Benefit Fall Festival, Oct. 14 to celebrate the purchase of the new school and the turning of the seasons. Come browse through the booths of local vendors who will be bringing: Jewelry by Diane; hand-blown glass by Jensen Kvames; portrait sketches by Davette Leonard Kvames; Blue Ridge Cutting Board Company will be selling their ware; baskets and basket-weaving demonstrations by Janet Kerig; massages by Kathryn Walker, Jeff Hazel; foot massages by Jim Disbrow; and leather backpacks and fanny packs from India. Enjoy the live entertainment starting at noon, with Miranda Hope and Charlie Wine, followed by Carsie Blanton and featuring a rare Rappahannock County performance by the home grown and nationally known band Everything! and the popular reggae band from Washington, D.C., Black Sheep, winner of multiple WAMA awards. There will be a special Friends of Gaia dance performance. The Friends of Gaia will demonstrate a Deer Dance, a Harvest Dance and have a parade. Bring your children and join us for cider pressing, pumpkin carving, wheat weaving, making com husk dolls, face painting, create Native American dream catchers with Alice Currin, and visit a petting zoo featuring sheep, goats, a pony, rabbits, and chickens. There will also be a large yard sale and a bonfire at dusk. The gates open Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. Rain date Oct. 15, rain or shine. For information please call the school at 987-9212. Adults $10, ages 12-18, $7, children under 11 are free. Sat. & Sun. 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Celtic music returns to Theatre Celtic music played by Linn Barnes and Allison Hampton returns to The Theatre at Washington, on Saturday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. The concert includes Celtic and Renaissance music from Ireland, Scotland, and Galicia, the Celtic redoubt of Northwestern Spain. Barnes and Hampton play Celtic Harp, Lute, Guitar and Uillean Pipes (Irish bagpipes). Hampton and Barnes will be appearing for their sixth performance at The Theatre. Says Allison, "Over the years we have found the audiences in Little' Washington as enthusiastic and warm as any we have played for in our travels. We especially love the fact that our concerts at The Theatre have become an annual autumnal event to look forward to in the same way our Dumbarton Christmas concerts have become a tradition in Washington, D.C." For the upcoming concert, Barnes and Hampton will be playing music inspired by their recent tours abroad. In the spring of 1999 they visited Galicia in Spain to learn more of the rare Celtic music of that region. This July they returned to Ireland for the Willie Clancy festival of Uillean piping. Their long The 63rd Running of The International Gold Cup October 21, 2000 Great Meadow, The Plains, Virginia Gates Open 10:00 AM Jack Russell Terrier Races 11:30 AM Pony Races 12:00 PM Post Time 1:30 PM • LINCOLN Featuring The Lincoln International Gold Cup « For Information on Reserved Parking, Corporate & Chalet Tent Packages, Call (540) 347-1215 Visit our web site at: http://www.vagoldcup.com Please send me information: D Ticket Information □ Business Tent D Sponsorship □ Corporate Entertainment Name: ' ______ Address: -—Virginia Gold Cup Association P.O. Box 840, Wartenton, VA 20188 n> fcfSnjjjssstsjigjs ***+%* **4**mt. —pr, an*mmarmB0mr Arthur M. Arundel 13873 Far* Center RD Ste 301 Herndon VA 20171-3285 . Barbara Nayland Jbj^laBUB v* 22747-005? Barbara May I and JM> Bo* 59 Rappahannock Neva PO Bo* SO EmhinfltQfl 1A_22747-0059 Arthur N. Arundel 13073 Park Center RD Ste 301 JjeiTBdQn . 2Q171-3365 TO aSi IS »Bi— - C >eQif 0i»W|B« 'i NteMero* Scott named to Dean's List Stephanie Atkins-Scott was recently named to the Dean's List at Strayer College at the Manassas Campus for the summer semester with a 3.8 grade average. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Atkins Jr. of Sperryville and the wife to Robert Scott of Manassas. Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. School Sports Association forming By Paul Gall uu^hooc coonti Sr by energizing and engaging the entire Rappahannock News Writer community in the promotion and ultiThese are exciting times s mate success of our school system's for Rappahannock County /a ia athletic program". RCSSA fund raisPublic Schools and most ^ing activities will generate additionimportantly for the youth 6f *^/auc)C' at ion al money to supplement the estabour county. Along with the . * &V\ v lished school athletic budget in the excellent addition to the sinterest of establishing a winning high school, badly needed ' ' >»■ f H " ** tradition and fostering wide-rangroof and parking improvements -‘ j™ ■ ft .^L ing participation in sports at were made. We convey our appre- ' Rappahannock County Public Schools, ciation to the county supervisors, The membership at large of the school board members, and administrators that facilitated the proud, new look of RCHS. Additionally, Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, is thriving as it supports academic achievement in our schools. Now the time is right to complete the circle of success and put the pride back into Panther Pride. The time has come to take our athletic program to the next level. With a full time athletic director’s position finally established, it is time for the community at large to support our student athletes and enhance their opportunities for success on and off the court or field. A newly forming grass roots organization is committed to doing just that. ' The Rappahannock County School Sports Association (RCSSA) is dedicated to the proposition that success in school sports yields significant benefits to both children and the community. A healthy body facilitates a healthy mind. Participation in sports builds a child's self confidence and teaches life long lessons in teamwork and sportsmanship. Competitive success in sports unites and rallies a community behind its school system. The Rappahannock County School Sports Association's purpose is "to benefit our youth K<JSSA consists or parents, educators, aiumm, ■ any member of the community that chooses to ■ participate and believes in the importance of a \ successful athletic program. j Three branches of membership including ! boosters, alumni, and fund raising have rep- J resentatives on an executive steering commit- j tee. i The athletic director is a non-voting mem- ] ber of the steering committee and serves to < advise the association as to specific needs. J Specific targeted areas for support include ] but are not limited to uniforms and equip- t ment, a weight training room, athletic fields | concession stand and restrooms, athletic j fields maintenance and equipment, and ele- > mentary grade level feeder programs. If you share this vision or are just inter- [ ested in general, please join us on Monday, > Oct. 23, at 6:30 in the Rappahannock County ! High School auditorium for a school sports | forum featuring guest speaker Eddie Dean, i the athletic director for Madison County | Public Schools. ; Mr. Dean will speak on what a successful i sports program does for a school system and J community. For additional information call j Paul Gall at 937-5048 or Dean Hahn at 635- ! 5692. J Peak colors in Park to appear soon Peak colors can happen rhank You Moose Lodge 829 The Flint Hill Fire & Rescue Co. would like to thank Moose Lodge 829 and their members for their recent and most generous contribution of time and money. This money will be used to provide continued Fire & Rescue services to the community and is much appreciated. Sincerely, The members of the FHVFC any time in the next three weeks in the Shenandoah National Park. The Blue Ridge Mountains appear almost entirely green from afar. From the Skyline Drive and from miles of park trails, however, autumn s rainbow is evident. The changing smaller trees are in wonderful contrast to the oak canopy. Striped maples are yellow, black gums are red and dogwoods purple. Leaves also change on vines and shrubs. Leaflets three, let them be are words of wisdom around poison ivy. That unpopular plant is pretty as a picture this time of year, usually turning bright red. If there are five leaflets it is safe BIRKENSTOCK Birkenstock Specialist Jane Fairbrother will be at Wilkins’ ShoeCenter to show you the latest in Birkenstock Styles and Colors for Fall & Winter 2000. TRUNK SHOW wm. Thurs., Oct. 12 - noon to 6 pm life SSffl ^Oct. 13 - 9 am to 6 pm Barry Lee from WINC will be doing a LIVE Remote Special Presentations on the Benefits of Birkenstock Shoes. Birkenstock Footwear will be available for purchase or special order. If you don yt have time to stop and shop, drop by and pick up a catalog. 4A a Broadcast on Thursday afternoon. Hours: Open Mon thru Thurs 9:30 to 6 pm. Fri 9:30 to 8 pm. Sat 9:30 to 5 pm ^ 7 S. 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Even if you have trouble j telling a Cooper's hawk apart/ from a prairie warbler you can still catch a moment of their, incredible journeys. Create your own memorable trip to Shenandoah, National Park this season.; Around each bend in the road, each turn of the trail is a new scene awaiting discovery. The fall color update option is available oi*. Shenandoah National Park'J^ information number 540-9993500; callers should select option six; information will be updated weekly. The Shenandoah Valley Travel Association's fall foliage hdt^ line is 800-434-LEAF. For additional informa-1 tion, call 540-999-3311. ,1 Candidates; sought for committee . ■ ballot I Nominating petitions foi^ candidates to appear on th^ County Committee Election ballot will be received in the Culpeper/Rappahannock FSA County Office now through, Oct. 30. Producers nominate cl for the committee election^ should be those who ar£ actively engaged in farming and who will represent theiffellow producers to the best ot their ability. The nomination of producers from under-represented, groups such as minorities and females is highly encouragedFor additional information, call Bob Williamson at 8254200. SINK or : SWIM? It's never too late to learn how to - swim. Just call us and sign up for a Red Cross swimming class. American Red Cross awaited new CD "Galicia," their 14th album, has just been released. On this rare collection they explore the music of the Celts in Spain and the 16th century music of the Spanish court. Along with music of Ireland and Scotland, their concert will feature this wonderful and powerful music, including a Galician Anthem on the Uillean pipes. Tickets for the performance on Saturday, Oct. 21 are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations and information phone 675-1253 or send e-mail to TheatreVA@aol.com.

Athlete of the Week rnuiip Thomas Sports: Cross Country, Basketball and Track Class in school: Junior Favorite Subject: Advanced PE Most memorable high school moment: When our 4 x 400 relay team came in second at the District tournament. I was a freshman and ran with three seniors — it was really great! Favorite food: Spaghetti Favorite book: Leatherneck Magazine Favorite TV show: Dennis the Menace Favorite Movie: Crash Course Favorite music performer: Beach Boys Post graduation ambition: I would like to attend the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md. and be commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. Parents: Roy and Betty Thomas of Sperryville High School winter sports Less than a month away is* the commencement of the winter sports season here at the high school. There will be several new initiatives offered this year. Questions or details on the sports being offered should be directed to the high schools' Athletic Director, Mr. Jon Smythe at 987-8575. 1 Winter sports will be: Boys Varsity Basketball, Coach Mike Dayton, Assistance Coach-TBD* Boys Junior Varsity Basketball, Coach Luther Stanley Boys Junior Panther Bhsketball (eighth grade team), Coach-TBD* Wrestling, Coach Jim Wells Girls Varsity Volleyball, Coach Stan Brooks Jr. Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball, Coach, TBD* The first practices for all these sports and the commencement of team tryouts will begin on Monday, Nov. 6. All participating athletes must have a completed sports physical turned into the Athletic Department to commence tryouts. These forms can be obtained from the office of the RCHS Athletic Director. * Anyone interested in applying for one of these positions should contact the RCHS Athletic Director. U-18's continue win streak By Nanette Hogan Rappahannock News Writer The U-18 Youth Soccer continued their winning ways with an impressive 4-1 rqut with Orange on Saturday, Oct. 7. After taking a 2-0 lead at halftime on goals by Elliot Nichols and Daniel Ramey, they continued their dominance by adding two more goals in the second half. One was a header by Dhniel Ramey on a rebound off of an Elliot Nichols shot and the other was a on a well placed shot from Adrianne Moore. The team was helped by a strong defensive effort by sweeper Bren Miller and stopper Colin Treanor. Jeremy Graves had another great game in goal, only surrendering a late goal with the game well in hand. Coaches Kenny Rogers and Kevin Reid commented, "This team is improving week to week, their teamwork is much better than it was when the season started." The rest of our Youth Soccer League had the Columbus holiday weekend off. Good luck this Saturday to all teams! Local couple opens Turtle Island in The Plains A ' Kate and Hub Knott of Woodville recently open the Corn Maze Fall Roundup in The Plains. The maze will be Open until Oct. 31 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from iO a.m. to 6 p.m. to the general public. This is a place for families to bring their kids into the country and have a blast! E^rave maze conquerors venture amidst the 12-foot towering corn and dare to find their way out of the maze. The corn maze becomes a puzzle of challenge for kids of all ages and adults. \ Families and friends can also spend an afternoon at the farm enjoying the petting zoo, the mini straw bale maze, the hayloft, and much more. The cost is $5 for adults and $4 for kids ten years and under, four and Under come for free. ; Look for special events such as hot air balloon rides, r farmers markets every Sunday, pumpkins and scarecrow making in October, and Halloween events. This year, the 3.5 acre field has been transformed into a giant turtle making its way out of a river towards the Blue Ridge mountains with the sun shining on its back. The 2000 corn maze is called Turtle Island. The weekdays are set aside for group events, and The Komy Adventure School Program, by appointment only. The Corn Maze Fall Roundup is located on Route 245 next to Interstate 66. From 1-66 take The Plains exit and head North (toward The Plains) and Maze is the first driveway on the right at the Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market. For information visit www.circleofseeds.com or for appointments call 540-987-9028, or email hubknott@yahoo.com. By Jon W. Smythe Athletic Director Golf Michael Fairbrother remains our sports highlight and top story. Last week at the Waynesboro Country Club, Michael continued his superb play in the Regional golf tournament. He shot an eight over par 80 in a tough field of District champions. The winning score was 77 and Michael's 80 earned him the fifth place in the Regional Tournament and a berth in the single "A" State Tournament scheduled for this week. Donn Hackney, the school golf coach said, "Michael's driving and iron play from the fairway and around the greens kept him near the top. If he had putted well, he possibly could have won the tournament." The State Tournament is a two-day, 36 hole affair that will be played over the Lonesome Pine Country Club at Big Stone Gap. Each of the four Regions in the state may qualify two teams of four to six players. In addition, each Region can further provide up to six individual players who are not members of qualifying teams, but who scored high in their respective Regional tournaments. There will be over 60 golfers in the State Toumamenton Oct. 9 and 10. Girls' basketball The Lady Panthers had two games this past week. On Tuesday, they traveled to Manassas Park and recorded their first win of the season. The Lady Cougars were three and nine going into the game, but winless in the District. Neither team could get much going offensively and the first quarter ended with the Cougars on top 4-2. The half ended with the RCHS squad down by one at 12-11. For the first time this season, the Lady Panthers came out of the halftime intermission determined to take over the lead. Gwen Johnson had four of her 11 points in the third quarter to lead the way and the score was 23-21 with the Lady Panthers on top and the final eight minutes to go. The Lady Cougars refused to give in and the game stayed close until the last minute and a half. Amanda Weakley made her presence known as she scored eight of her team leading 14 points in the final period. The final score was Rapp 35 and Manassas Park 30. After the game Coach Dayton said, "We played hard for all 32 minutes, won the third quarter and finally put it all together. It was a good win for the team and hopefully, it can be a springboard for some more success." The rematch will be here at home on Odt. 26. The junior varsity was not as fortunate as they fell to the Park JV squad 25-10. Molly Burke and Laura Kreyling each had five points for the JV Lady Panthers. On Thursday, Oct. 5 the Lady Mustangs from George Mason came to RCHS. The girls from George Mason are second in the District, losing only to Strasburg and fielding a solid team. The Lady Panthers, coming off their first win at Manassas Park on Tuesday, were ready to play and went toe-to-toe with the George Mason squad throughout the first half. The Lady Mustangs went into the locker room at halftime with a meager 18-16 lead. Both teams had three field goals in the third quarter, but the George Mason girls made six of eight free throws that period to extend their lead to 30-22. The fourth quarter saw the Lady Panthers just lose their focus as turnovers contributed to a 22-4 point differential in the quarter and a 5226 final score. Amanda Weakley had ten points to lead the Rapp squad and Amy Clinedinst added eight in the losing effort. The junior varsity squad didn't fare any better as they lost to the George Mason JV 38-5. This Week in Sports a—i Photos courtesy of Steven Von Range LADY PANTHERS: Ashley Dunn (23), and Gwen Johnson (21) head of court against George Mason. VICTORIOUS: Alyssa Berry on her way to another first place finish. mm i Also continuing their abbreviated season this past week was the Junior Panther eighth grade team. The squad had two games this past week, traveling to Strasburg on Thursday, Oct. 5 and playing against Fauquier Country's Cedar Lee Middle School at home on Friday, Oct. 6. At Strasburg, the Junior Panthers played very well losing to a tough Strasburg team 28-13. Hot-shooting guard Rachel Gall led the Rapp eighth graders with eight points. The home game with Cedar Lee was a bit tougher as the Junior Panthers lost 41-8. Anna Kreyling scored four points in the losing efforts. The Junior Panthers wrap up their season with two more games this week. Cross Country The RCHS Cross Country team was in action on Wednesday, Oct. 4 for their third home meet at the Bleu Rock Inn course. The Clarke Country Cross Country team came to the county with a very strong boys team. The Clarke boys' team won the contest 1745, but the Panthers had some standouts. Phillip Thomas led the RCHS runners with a time of 20:28 which placed him fourth among the boys. Chris Graves also finished in the top ten with a 22:33 minute run that put him in eighth place overall. John Sheffield and Jason Gainer also finished for RCHS and broke 30 minutes. Alyssa Berry and Rachel Sharp led the girls team to a victory over the Clarke Lady Eagles. Alyssa ran the course in 25:07 and Rachel was less then a minute ’ hind at 20:03, as the girls fi -: ohed one and two among the female runners. Elaine Smith and Holly Long were fifth and sixth with times of 30:33 and 30:54. Other activities The open gym for basketball continues every Saturday Girls’ Varsity/JV Basketball Oct. 10 Oct. 14 Oct. 17 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Oct. 31 Nov. 2 Strasburg Brentsville Clarke County Madison Manassas Park George Mason Strasburg Away 6 p.m. Away 2 p.m.* Home 6 p.m. Away 6 p.m. Home 6 p.m. Away 6 p.m. Home 6 p.m. * note: new date and time. Junior Lady Panthers (Eighth Grade) Oct. 10 Strasburg Home 5 p.m. Oct. 12 Johnson Williams Middle School Away 5 p.m. Cross Country Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Madison Strasburg Home 5 p.m. Away 5 p.m. between now and January. Girls in the sixth to 12 grades have between 9 and 11 a.m. on Saturdays to come and "shootaround" or play pickup games. Boys have the same opportunity between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Attendance is improving, hut we still need more players and parents to keep this activity productive. We are coordinating with the Rappahannock Soccer League (RSL) to organize an indoor soccer league over the winter. The league would be played in the high school gym on Saturday afternoons initially. This could be a great opportunity to expose some of our students to soccer who may be involved in other things during normal soccer seasons. Open gym for volleyball commences. Sunday night, Oct. 8 was the beginning of open volleyball for RCHS girls grades eight through 12. Every Sunday from 6 until 8 p.m. the gym will be open for this activity. This is an opportunity for those girls considering playing volleyball at the high school to come out and see if this is a sport they could get interested in. There is no fee and the evening is spent playing pickup games with others that have come that evening. Come out if you're interested in the game. Questions on these activities 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 at. 987-9316 extension 440. \vww.timescommunity.com

-ftappaijatmoctt J£etos— 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: RappNeweOtlmespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2000 Our View Deer Alert! Drivers, get reaady to brake. It's rutting season for deer. That means male and female deer are on the move more than in other seasons. That means more deer will be running in front of more cars. For those less familiar with driving on Rappahannock roads during deer season, here are a few tips: • Deer do not cross at the signs. They cross anywhere, anytime. They see a road simply as an open space to cross. • Deer avoid danger in just two ways: they freeze or run. The deer frozen in your headlights will not run; the deer entering your headlight beam from the side will not stop. • Deer sometimes travel in groups; each will go where the one in front has gone. If you see a deer leaving the road in front of you, expect more deer to cross. • Deer are more likely to travel at dusk or at night, but they also will be seen during the day. • Any time of day, deer are more likely to cross roads when forests come closer to the roadside. Deer were not made for civilization. It's up to drivers to be alert to their habits and avoid them. Rappahannock Today —^Ti\ WmSam TnM Photo courtesy of Walter Longyear Mrs. George Allen (left) presents a pin to Washington resident, Erma Pendergast, in honor of and in recognition for her campaign work. Mrs. Pendergast made more than 500 phone calls on behalf of George Allen's US Senate campaign this summer. The presentation was made at Fairlea Farm Bed & Breakfast. Letters Hypocrisy isn't all bad? While absent from the county and state, I may be unable to respond to future letters, as I would like to do. However,; ;■ there is one point I want to address, raised by Edith Pond in her letter of Sept. 20. There she shcurply criticized A1 Gore for . * setting "new records on hypocrisy.” Well, hypocrisy isn’t all bad. If it were, no politician would ever get elected. On this point, I quote with approval from an “ article by William Greider (The Nation, Oct. 2, page 17): "...even empty gestures can prove to be meaningful, some- - times far beyond what their authors had in mind. An enduring truth, a wise friend once explained to me, is that important ' ~ social change nearly always begins in hypocrisy. First, the powerful are persuaded to say the appropriate words, that is, • 1 to sign a commitment to higher values and decent behavior. - • Then social activists must spend the next ten years pounding on them, trying to make them live up to their promises or per-".' suading governments to enact laws that will compel them to dp ' so..." ■ *' In the long struggle for social justice, then; hypocrisy "may be understood as essential foreplay." (op.cit.) ' /" If hypocrisy is universal among politicians (and the rest of us), as I think it is, and if it is not all bad, where does that " ‘ leave us? A1 Gore would have us believe he is a populist, concemed for social justice, helping the poor and disadvantaged, . . and improving the lot of workers, while promoting business ‘ , interests and the environment, all through direct government',' action. George W. Bush would have us believe he is a "compassionate conservative," whose compassion for people and promotion of programs to benefit them is delimited by his professed * desire to accomplish his ends through the voluntary effort of , the private sector. ; , i Given the choice between these two hypocrites then, any } reasonable person who votes for a president in the expectation - that some action beneficial to themselves or the American com-,t munity may be taken would vote for A1 Gore. Lee Bird : Washington Support for the Gore economic plan Wiile we've begun to hear about the trickle down" effects of George Bush's across the board tax cut plan, he seems to have scrupulously avoided the term "supply side economics," a subject of much discussion during the Reagan years. According to supply side theory, large tax cuts to business and the wealthy will result in increased spending and investment that will ultimately lead to economic growth, new jobs, and increased demand, all of which will sustain an increasingly vigorous economy. Republicans no doubt stick to the argument that the tax breaks of the eighties led to the economic growth of the nineties, but I have my doubts. What the tax cuts of the eighties really did, when combined with major increases in defense spending for such as unproven star wars technology, was create a three trillion dollar national debt, a debt that will take more- than a generation to erase even if the economy remains reasonably robust. So did the Reagan tax cuts lead to economic prosperity? To be fair the answer is probably yes and no. Mostly the wealthy just got more wealthy. But the availability of these extra funds in the marketplace failed to trickle down and create a corresponding demand as anticipated. Even David Stockman, Reagan s chief economic advisor and proponent of supply side economics, repudiated the theory before Reagan left office. So how did we come to this happy economic juncture? What created the demand that would attract these tax cuts back into the market? Most of the demand was the result of a revolutionary shift in the United States from its traditional blue chip economy to the new e-economy, a shift completely unexpected at the time of the Reagan tax cuts. As a guide to the level of economic activity in this sector of the economy, the number of shares - traded on the Nasdaq stock exchange in-* • 1990 was about 35 billion shares. In 1999, it was about 280 billion. What does this have to do with ' George Bush's tax plan I would argue ‘ ;; that it is unnecessary and unwise. Supply side theory is supposed to be ■ helpful to a sagging economy. As we saw -J, in the eighties it didn't work. In any case, there's nothing sagging . about our economy in the year 2000. The only apparent sag consists of the / middle and lower income segments of the population who are unable to bene-, fit from the new economy. These people are precisely the people that will reap the benefits of the targeted tax cuts proposed by A1 Gore. Electing Al Gore ' will help the people who need it the ■ -« most and leave enough of the surplus to'pay down the Reagan debt. Andy Platt1 Woodville Vote for the future In a major election year, it is of tremendous importance that the young people and those directly involved in their lives in Rappahannock County take advantage of the opportunity before them. Now is the time to have your voice heard on political issues. With college tuitions on the rise, and aid failing to keep pace, now is the time to secure future educational opportunities. You can do this with your vote. Many high school seniors are unable to continue their education because of the ridiculous price tags. Also, many of those able to go to college leave with debts of five digits. The democratic candidates for both senate and president are champions of education. Chuck Robb was known as the "education governor" and will safeguard the opportunity for higher education. Robb has worked for direct lending from the Department of Education, and has introduced legislation for prepay college loan programs. A1 Gore, presidential candidate has proposed an increase in access to both grants and scholarships to ease costs. He has also proposed a tax break for those paying college tuition. The time is at hand to secure the future of higher education. Choice in candidate is important. Choose those who have proven a commitment to equal access to education, with their record. Be heard on election day. Amy Hughes Washington Protect Scenic Rappahannock County appahannock County is a beautiful unique rural area. The A. VCounty government and its people have protected our > county against numerous assaults on its character and beautji Why now should we allow the proposed towers to begin the ' assault on our wonderful county? If the county allows these towers to be constructed more similar projects will surely follow. This could be the beginning of the end of Rappahannock as' it is today. Rappahannock should "JUST SAY NO." At the recent annual meeting of the Rappahannock County '* Farm Bureau, it was formally approved to oppose construction of cell towers in Rappahannock County. Newbill Miller Washington” Board of Directors Rappahannock Farm Bureau Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 50 YEARS AGO Oct. 12, 1950 Mr. and Mrs. John McClenghen of Alpine, Texas have purchased the farm known as the old "Witherow Place" from its present owner, Morgan Johnston. This farm has 353 acres, adjoining the farms of Wade H. Massie Jr., Jake Keyser, J.D. Jenney and Warren Miller. Mr. and Mrs. McClenghen have been living on a ranch at Alpine and they traveled over 1200 miles trying to locate a farm they liked and a place they would like to live. They will be at home this winter at "Spring House Farm," the home of Mr. and Mrs. D.B. Smith. With enrollment complete, the total number of pupils at Rappahannock High School stands at 233. The Rappahannock Garden Club will meet Oct. 13 at the Sandwich Shop in Sperryville and drive to Panorama. There a forest ranger will meet the club members to conduct a Nature Tour over part of Skyline Drive. Swiss Chalet on US 211 was advertising: now open for breakfast, lunch and supper and the fact that the dining room was available for private parties or banquets. Reservations could be placed by calling Mrs. J.W. Eanes, Sperryville 2151. 25 YEARS AGO Oct. 16, 1975 Amissville Rescue Squad has purchased a new ambulance, a 1975 Chevrolet, vantype, fully equipped to meet the Department of lYansportation specifications. The $17,500 unit went into service this week. In a photograph Paul Poling hands the keys to James B. Carter as Larry Dorcis looks on. The contemporary home of Mr. and Mrs. Waldron O'Connor near Washington will be open for the 18th annual house tour this weekend. The glass and wood structure provides a panoramic view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The interior tastefully combines the modem and traditional with heirloom furniture and family portraits. In a photograph of apple butter making at the Edward Clark home on Fodderstack Road it was noted the apples were cooked for approximately 16 hours. A half-cord of wood was used to cook the 13 bushels of apples peeled the day before. After all the apples are added they must cook for another five hours. Spices and sugar were added for the last hour of cooking. The pot must be stirred all the time the fruit cooks. This batch turned out 17 gallons. 10 YEARS AGO Oct. 11, 1990 Justin UpdiKe really enjoyed his first trip to the Virginia State Fair. After much work with his animals, Justin won Grand Champion Market Hog, Champion Novice Showmanship Market Hog and two first place awards in the swine competitions. His brother, Scott won grand Champion Fat Heifer. He also had two first place Angus heifers. In the cow-calf division, he won first place. Justin and Scott are the sons of Toni and Randall Updike of Washington. Though cabinetmaker Peter Kramer will open an exhibition Saturday celebrating his 20th anniversary, the blaster craftsman's mind is still looking toward the design of his next piece. His exhibit, "Recent Thoughts - New Furniture Design," will include a collection of some 50 pieces "that explore some original contemporary concepts of color, carving, line, assemblage and function and their effect on pieces of traditional design." — COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND il <^k Photo from On The Morning SIbe OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: George Pollock stayed at the Cab Inn in Sperryville in his travels to and from the Park.! Charles Estes remembers that Pollock used to order two or three fried chickens for dinner and that he always brought along his little dog and his horn.

Letters Re-elect Robb on Nov. 7 In this election, the choice of United States Senator is clear: the incumbent Charles S. Robb. For over 20 years, first as our Governor and then as our Senator, he has given the Commonwealth of Virginia responsible, honest, and above all, fair representation. Chuck Robb’s record of service begins not with election to political office, but when he volunteered to serve in Vietnam, a conflict that saw many men of his generation, both liberal and conservative, finding ways to avoid military duty. As Governor he took the tough steps to improve Virginia's schools after years of neglect by previous Republican Administrations. Robb was able to raise spending on education by $1 billion while managing to avoid raising taxes at the same time. In the Senate, he has often put principle ahead of party; in 1991, Robb supported President Bush's decision to launch the Persian Gulf War when an overwhelming number of Senate Democrats refused to do so. He backed measures, supported by both President Clinton and the Congressional Republican leadership, to balance the Federal Budget that put our financial house in order and created the first government surplus in decades. "In contrast, Robb's Republican opponent, ex-Govemor George Allen, has spent most of this campaign trashing Democrats, polishing his tarnished record, and tooting his own horn. If truth be told, George Allen was the worst enemy of public education ever to occupy the Governor's office: he was the only Governor in the nation to refuse millions of dollars in Federal aid to education that the tax payers of th'e Old Dominion where entitled to receive. * His introduction of SOL tests in schools has turned classes into nothing more than games of trivial pursuit. Despite Allen's claims, criminals in Virginia are still being paroled. His purported cost saving measures has left VDOT ill prepared to deal with the ever increasing traffic gridlock Virginians face on their highways. Perhaps the most telling difference between Robb and Allen is the manner in which they approach their jobs. As Governor, Allen boasted of "knocking the teeth down the throats" of his opponents. Chuck Robb has never failed to extend his hand to any fellow citizen, no matter what their political views. George Allen has made it quite clear that he has nothing but contempt for anybody who does not share his particular political philosophy, while Chuck Robb has always treated all Virginians equally. On Nov. 7, choose the workhorse over show horse; re-elect Senator Chuck Robb. Fred Schaefer Sperryville If government lowers taxes when it is deeply in debt, it is just borrowing more money and then giving it away. If you look at them closely, the Republican borrow-and-give-away proposals are insulting. ~ The Republicans would have us believe that taxes are really our money. Sorry, that money was spent by Bush and Reagan a decade or more ago, much as you and I may have spent our money years ago to buy a home, a car, or an education. Under the Bush plan, rich campaign contributors get the money, and taxpayers get the mortgage- more debt for a longer time at higher interest rates. The Bush tax cut assumes that Americans know so little about economics that they will sell their future economic prosperity for less than a bowl of porridge. The supply of credit is, obviously, limited, so, when the government borrows money, it is also competing for credit against you and me. Increased demand for a limited supply of credit makes interest rates go up. When the government pays its debts, more credit is available and interest rates go down. Because the Democrats have virtually eliminated the government's deficit spending, savings on a home mortgage- due in large measure to the increased credit supply (lower interest rates) amounts to about $2000 per year per $100,000 debt. ‘ Our choices are: 1) a buck or two a week going directly into our pockets from the Bush tax cut, verses 2) low interest rates, lots of jobs, home ownership at an all time high, low poverty and the lowest crime rate in decades- the proven Democratic Gore-Liberman-Robb record. Remember, eight years ago (under the same failed policies GW would serve us as stale leftovers from the family's fiscal refrigerator) we were suffering recession, unemployment and high interest rates. Foreclosures and layoffs were alarming economists almost as much as they were alarming the people losing their homes jobs and businesses. Let’s not be fooled again. Let's not be fooled about Social Security either. Social Security has been around for all of most of our lives. It's easy to forget that a primary driving force behind social security’s institution was the tremendous financial difficulties faced by Americans during the great depression-itself caused by a catastrophic failing of financial markets. Now, Republicans would have us experiment with our social security by putting it back into the exact same volatile investments from which social security was designed to insulate us. In fat times it is easy to believe that lean times are gone forever, but history shows, no matter how rosy things are now, there will always be hard times ahead. (Just elect George Bush and see.) And, although, the stock market is paying very well today- as it was in the 1920s-a great number of the stocks that would be bought today as social security investments may be less than sound in the long run. Some of the "best" high-tech stocks today are selling at far too many times their potential earnings, companies with no track record, no product and no earnings at all. All sizzle, no steak.When this high-tech boom eventually sorts itself out, there will be many big winners and many big losers. And who's going to cover the losses? Will the government just watch, as large percentages of people's retirement savings are lost? It's unlikely. Those who put their Social Security in the stock market will keep their money when the market goes up, but the rest of us will cover their losses when their Social Security investments sour. We re talking about another fiasco where billions upon billions of dollars simply disappear and Joan and John Q. Public foot the bill. Remember the savings and loan debacle? WWII didn’t cost as much. Let's not be fooled again. Vote Gore-Lieberman-Robb for fiscal responsibility and proven prosperity. Bill Tieckelmann Washington As we approach election day, the voters of Virginia are confronted with the decision of whom to choose in the race for Senate. Virginia has a long, proud history of sending statesmen to represent us in Washington, D.C., and statesmen in Washington are becoming a rare breed. Webster defines this endangered species (statesmen) as: 1) one versed in the principles or art of government; especially one actively engaged in conducting the business of a government or in shaping policies. 2) one who exercises political leadership wisely and without narrow partisanship in the general interest. This definition accurately describes our present Senator, Chuck Robb. Chuck Robb has served us for 12 years as Senator and before that as Governor and Lt. Governor. Senator Chuck Robb has served us well. While some of his fellow Senators have spent their careers jockeying for spots on weekend talk shows, Senator Robb has spent his time in his office studying the mountains of information which enable him to make informed decisions on the important issues he confronts as our Senator. Senator Robb also understands the concept of compromise and has practiced it throughout his political career. Compromise is essential to the successful functioning of our democratic process. We must ask ourselves: Do we want a Senator who is going to work hard for Virginians or a Senator who will direct his efforts toward increasing his media exposure and advancing his political aspirations? Chuck Robb showed us he will work for Virginians and deserves our continued support. Oti Election Day, help to continue Virginia's proud heritage by electing a statesman, Senator Chuck Robb to represent us in Washington D.C. Vote for Chuck Robb on Nov. 7. Ron Makela Amissville Tower overview response Your overbearing attitude of self importance suggests there may be some altitude problems involved in many of your comments. There are some of us that would prefer not to suffer if having a choice. Maybe you shpuld consider talking to or visiting with a victim of an accident, such as broken arms and legs, farm accidents, .Shootings, or even snake bites. People who, if treated 15 minutes sooner, would still have a leg, arm, eye, or all of their "brain.” Will this type of injury have to happen to you in orfler to get the real picture? Qjiances are in your lifetime, atr\ accident will happen. Life will flash before your eyes, you will say, what if!! I have suffered many times from severe pain and 30 seconds is a long time. It's time for those with your view to experience lengthy pain and realize a tower (any height) is nothing, no pain. In fact it's beautiful if it can save your life. Most people that complain are probably like my brother-in-law, out of our window I was trying to show him the cars traveling on Skyline Drive, and he said "Cars, I can’t see the mountain.” Can you see that far? We should consider most normal people, when facing death would rather have a view of towers than dead oak trees. Should some of us have a choice, remember pain is ugly, not towers. Donald Brown Amissville Editor's Note: Mr. Brown has it wrong. The Rappahannock News has never advocated for a refusal to permit cell towers in the County, but it has promoted the emplacement of towers in accordance with Rappahannock County needs and concerns, and not just those of Sprint PCS. The Telecommunications Act of 1996 affords local jurisdictions the right to ensure that cell towers are sited to minimize their impact upon local residents and the local aesthetic, and it is our responsibility to ensure that this is done. It is not a question of no cell phones to aid those who may be in distress, as Mr. Brown accuses, it's a question of making certain that the towers that facilitate cell phone use are designed and placed here to our benefit too, and not only to minimize the cost to Sprint PCS and its shareholders. The class that Rappahannock forgot My name is Lauren Sharp. You might remember me as one of the members of the forgotten class of 1999. I was the Vice President of the National Honor Society, a runner on the Cross Country team, a hitter on the volley ball team, and the pitcher of the softball team. You probably don't remember any of this. I have recently been informed that our yearbook was never printed. We have been forgotten. I have been forgotten. How can we stand by and watch an entire year of Rappahannock County High School history just disappear? This cannot be tolerated. Lauren Sharp 1999 Female Athlete ol the Year Rappahannock County's population: Too many? How many people can be housed in a small area? This is the fourth article in a series on what a reasonable population might be for Rappahannock County. Using the Goldilocks Methodology ("too few," "too many," "just right"), the first two articles suggested that a Clip It Don Audette tioned rooms, or in rooftop huts in Hong Kong. A typical example of a cage-home was found to contain 100 lodgers living in a flat of 1,000 square feet. Fire, theft, crime, filth, drug use, all the problems encountered in the slum-tenements of New York City in the mid- and late-1800s, were rampant. Plans were being minimum population oi anout o.uuu people might be the crossover point below which there would be too few people in the county. Currently, the 1999 population estimate shows there are 7,664 people in the county. That equals 29 people per square mile. Last week, we started on the "too many" end of the spectrum. The population levels of the surrounding counties were noted, with Fauquier County having a high of 55,206 people. Is that too many? Then Arlington County, the most densely populated county in Virginia, was cited. Arlington County has a population of 174,848 people in an area of 26 square miles, for a population density of 6,725 people per square mile. Too many? At the end of the last article, we began exploring the very high end of population density. Going back in history, it was discovered that in 1855, in the East Side of New York City, slum tenements had a population density pf 290,000 people per square mile. Again, note that Rappahannock County's population density is currently 29 people per square mile. We might continue exploring the very high end, and check what is currently the most populous area on earth, the Yaumatai and Mong Kok areas of Kowloon, part of Hong Kong. There, the population density is said to be close to 250,000 people per square mile, down from New York City's East Side of 290,000 per square mile in 1855. Could more be squeezed in? Yes. 40 years ago, in 1960, taking a year off from work to travel around the world, the author ended up in the above-noted Mong Kok area of Kowloon with a mild case of dysentery, obtained from eating a bad lunch in Bangkok, Thailand. Inexpensive rest and recuperation were needed. I was able to talk my way into staying at a Chinese rooming house in Mong Kok. My room, one of many in the building, was lined with double bunks. My bunk, about three feet by three feet by six feet, was my space. No mattress, just some boards and a rattan mat. My roommates were all Chinese. A few had escaped from Communist China by swimming across Hong Kong harbor. I was, in fact, in amongst the cage-dwellers of Hong Kong. The term cage-dwellers comes from some residents putting chicken wire around their enclosures for privacy and to protect their personal belongings from theft. It was not bad for a short while. You could sit up and lie down. The place was relatively neat. There was a water shortage, so you could only shower and wash up in an outside courtyard during a two-hour period each morning. All my traveling possessions were in an oldstyle diplomatic briefcase, which I carried with me everywhere I went. I also used it as a pillow at night. But some cage-dwellers have spent over 30 or 40 years in such places. In the mid-1990s, there were an estimated 10,000 people living in such cages, or in small cubicles, or in parti made in tlong Kong to resettle tnese people, but many did not want to move. They had gotten used to things. A modern example of having many people in a small space is the use of capsule hotels in Japan. Capsule hotels are slick, clean, and well-appointed plastic sleeping units used by businessmen who have worked or partied too late and have missed trains home. Banked two-high, with each capsule measuring about four feet wide, four feet high, and six feet long, they look like giant microwave ovens. A capsule hotel might have 400 such units. Each capsule has a mattress that covers the bottom of the unit, sheets and a pillow, and appliances such as a color TV, radio, alarm clock, fan, air conditioning, reading light, telephone, etc. Japanese baths and toilet facilities are down the hall. Vending machines and a lounge are nearby. Everything is cleaned every day. They are all-male hotels. Suffice it to say that the health, safety, morals, order, convenience, and general welfare of each inhabitant of the capsule hotel is very well attended to for an overnight stay. Out of curiosity, how many such capsule people could fit in Rappahannock County? Let's assume each two-high unit, housing two people, takes 24 square feet on the ground, but add 50 percent more for an outside walking-around area and we have 36 square feet. If you did the math, you would find that you could house over 413,000,000 people in Rappahannock County, much more than the population of the United States. A 15-story building of capsules covering the whole county could house the entire 6 billion population of the world. For one night. After going to the extremes of population density, let's back off and try to discover what might be the crossover point where Rappahannock County might have too many people. How can this be done? Much depends on the economic base of the county. If it were a high-tech county, or striving to be a high-tech county, then the population (according to July 1,1999, U.S.Census Bureau figures) might be like that of Arlington (174,848), Fairfax (945,717), Loudoun (156,284), or Prince William (270,841) counties. But, Rappahannock County is primarily an agricultural and tourist-oriented economy and apparently intends to stay that way. If farmland starts to be converted to commercial or residential use, the current population will begin to trend upwards markedly. One way to guess at the crossover point for "too many" people is to take every parcel in the county, including all potential subdivisions, and see what would happen if every lot that could be built on had a dwelling. The answer? At 2.65 people per dwelling, you get about 20,000 people. So we've boxed things in: "too few" might be 5,000 people; "too many" might be 20,000 people. Next time: Goldilocks gears up for "just right." RAWL to hold fund raiser on Saturday Do you have items in your attic too dear to pitch, too sentimental to sell? Why not pass a few such treasures along to Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL). Suitable items will be sold at a charity auction during the animal shelter's annual fund raiser to be held on Saturday, Oct. 14 at Windrush Farm. One hundred percent of the proceeds from both the auction and dinner will be used for operations and improvements at Rappahannock's no-kill shelter. Any unsold items will be passed along to the White Elephant, which in turn donates its fourth quarter profits back to RAWL. Donors will receive full tax credit and RAWL full benefit either way. In particular, small items with a value of under $100 are needed. Also, merchandise made or sold in Rappahannock County is especially desired. Smaller items will be sold through a silent auction; colorful cowboy "Doc" Mitchell will auction big-ticket items live. A few promo items already received for the later category include dinner for two at The Inn at JLittle Washington, a portrait of the subject of the buyer's choice by local artist Sandra Forbush, and a fly-fishing trip headed by trained guide and national wildlife lobbyist Tom Sadler. To donate items to the auction or to receive an invitation to RAWL s October fest dinner and dance call 635-5819. «%% Do Your Investments =» Compound earnings completely free of income tax?1 =* Guarantee your estate against ma death?2 => Provide a guaranteed income for life => Allow transfers between funds and still avoid ci income tax on the gain if any?1 => Put 100% of your money to work immediate initial sales charges?3 Variable Annuities Call today for more information. 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In Brief Democrats hold special meeting The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Library. All county Democrats are welcome to this "Election Special." Bumper stickers and yard signs for both Senator Robb and Gore/Lieberman will be available. For more information contact Meredith Gorfein at 6753515 of gorfein@citizen.infi.net or www.RappDems.org. Seminar offered Thinking about starting a business? A free seminar will be offered to prospective entrepreneurs entitled "So You Want to Start Your Own Business." Germanna's Community Small Business Support Specialist, Jim O'Neill, will present the program. Seminar topics will include Entrepreneurial Attributes, Developing a Business and Marketing Plan, Financial Resources, Legal Considerations and Operational Issues. The seminar will be held at the Rappahannock County Public Library Nov. 1 starting at 7 p.m. For more information and to register call Jim O'Neill at 727-3073. Festival planned Celebrating 31 years, this year's Apple Harvest Festival at Graves' Mountain will take place rain or shine on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 14 and 15 and again he following weekend on Oct. 21 and 22. Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day, the festivities allow guests to enjoy a day of fresh apple picking, arts and crafts, music, great food and more. Beginning at 11 a.m. each day, guests can savor the days of yesteryear, as they watch apple butter being made the old-fashioned way in a copper pot and Brunswick Stew being cooked over an open fire. Visitors can experience the beautiful colors of the season as they enjoy a hayride or horseback ride through the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. World Famous Psychic Psychic to stars and celebrities Over 35 years experience Can help you obtain: Love Wealth Q Happiness Health Luck Telephone David Guardino at (856) 609-0946 or (865) 6090919 Fax: (865) 6090921 E-mail: guardino@icx.net www.guardino.net And, nq harvest is complete without a trip to the orchards to pick fresh apples or a visit to the packing shed to select fruit, pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, homemade preserves and dondiments and fresh apple cider. Clogging fans will enjoy the talents of groups performing at 1 p.m. each day. There is free admission and free parking. Concert series to continue The Community Concert Association of this six-county area announces the next professional attraction in its 200,0-2001 subscription series is the acclaimed organist, Hector Olivera, in his Solo Orchestra performance of classical and popular music on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. at Culpeper County High School. This is the second in the CCA's 31st season of five programs, and by arriving early one may subscribe for this and three remaining events. The fee is only $33 for adults and $10 total fee for all children within a subscribing family. Future concerts include the Boston Brass on Nov. 2, renown American Boychoir on Feb. 17 and Gus Giodano Jazz Dance Chicago next April. For more information about the association and the reciprocal free concerts in Manassas and Fairfax call Louise McCullough at 540-972-7101 or Helen Ziemer at 937-5450. Organist to perform locally The Performing Arts Committee of the Front Royal Presbyterian Church is pleased to offer its fifth series that begins with an organ concert by Thomas Strauss, organist at the St. John Baptist Catholic Church in Oppenau, Germany. Strauss conducted the Bach-Choir Ortenau in a concert here in October 1998. Strauss studied church music at the State Academy of Music in Freiburg and completed studies towards the highest degree available in Germany, the "A-Exam." He founded the Bach Consortium Thomas Strauss and appears frequently with Wolfgang Bauer, solo trumpeter with the radio symphony orchestra in Frankfurt. His numerous radio recordings, CDs and live transmissions in Germany and the United States illustrate his extensive ability. Strauss has given concerts in Germany, France, Norway, Italy, Sardinia, Switzerland and the United States and will be performing at Shenandoah University's Bach-Handel Festival Oct. 27-29. His organ concert at the Front Royal Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. will include classical and light music. The public is invited to attend. Donations to the Front Royal Presbyterian Church Performing Arts Series are accepted. Art auction at Humblestone Inn on Saturday : Fauquier Free Clinic joins forces with nationally recognized Heisman Fine Arts Gallery Inc. to present a benefit art show and auction for’ Fauquier and Rappahannock* counties on Saturday, Nov. 4" at Humblestone Inn for the" Arts located off of Route 17 in* Warrenton. The preview will be at 6:30 p.m. and the auction • will begin at 7:30 p.m. The $25 advance ticket! price will include complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvresl throughout the evening.! Proceeds will benefit the* Fauquier Free Clinic. The clinic provides free health care; and medicines to uninsuredfamilies in Fauquier and! Rappahannock counties. * Tickets may be purchased” at the Town Duck, Chestnut! Forks and Old Town AthleticClub. For further information call Emily Henry at 349-1400. Limited tickets available. Baldwin From Page A1 she said. • Bonnie Baldwin, however, could offer more help to investigators because she was the "mover and the shaker" of the Baldwins' illegal operation, Hudson said. The Baldwins earlier this year pleaded guilty to charges of selling, offering to sell, purchasing or offering to purchase black bear paws and gallbladders, valued as medicine in some Asian cultures. They also pleaded guilty to similar charges involving the valuable plant ginseng. In addition, Bonnie Baldwin pleaded guilty to possessing firearms after being convicted of a felony. Michael slapped both Baldwins with 36 months of probation and a $500 fine. He also ordered them to pay a "special assessment:” Bonnie Baldwin must pay $925 into a crime victims' assistance fund, while Danny Baldwin must pay $825. Offered a chance to speak before being sentenced, Danny Baldwin said: "I'd just like to apologize for getting involved in this thing. That's all I've got to say." Bonnie Baldwin later fought back tears as she made her own statement. "I wish to apologize to my family, my friends, my God for what I did," she said. "It was wrong." Violations From Page A1 'S.O.S.' to continue Ten speeders were ticketed during the second week of the Sheriffs Office "Save Our Students" crackdown on drivers violating the speed limits in the two school zones on U.S. 211 west of Washington, bringing the total to 24. "Since we have not gotten the voluntary compliance I had hoped for, we will continue aggressive enforcement of the speed limits in the school zones," said Sherertz.Tt appears that the number of tickets we have written has not discouraged speeders." Originally, the S.O.S. program was to end Oct. 5 and be evaluated, but the lack of compli-, ance has convinced Sherertz ter continue. "Manpower requiredments permitting, radar will be worked in the school zones," said Sherertz." On Monday, Oct. 9 — after theC program was to have ended —* Sheriff s Office personnel ticketed - two drivers, both of whom passed* through the 35-mph controlled school zones at over 60 mph. "I believe the main cause is driver inattention," said Sherertz. "And I want to stress that no warnings will be given." In addition, those stopped for speeding will be checked for other child safety violations, including failure to use a child's safety seat or correct use of seat belts. About half of those ticketed are county residents, the rest from out of the county and out of the state, according to Sherertz.. ‘99 Chevy P/U Silverado 2500 Ext Cab Long Bed Dk. Blue 21,410 Miles JX817 ‘98 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo Black 25,174 Miles JX823 ‘99T&C Minivan Limited AWO Red 36,435 Miles J16D221 r i ‘98 Grand Cherokee Jeep Limited Sport Utility 4 Dr. 26K JXB46 ‘00 Jeep Wrangler Sport Utility 2 Or. Black 1,845 Miles JX809 ‘98 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Sport Utility 4 Or. 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«* Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/65 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 Countryside SectiorT B October 11,2000 Citizen of the Week E. Franklin Warner Family: Wife, Dorothy E. Warner; one daughter, Mrs. Michele R. Sloan; two grandchildren, Shelton 21 and Shaun 19 and one greatgrandchild. Occupation: U.S. Government, retired 1984; farmer; community volunteer I Hometown: Scrabble Points in between: Washington, D.C.; U.S. Army -- Fort Meade, Md.; Fort Jackson, S.C.; Fort Campbell, Ky. (Basic Training); Fort Benning, Ga. (Parachute Training); Camp Stoneman, Calif. (Port of Embarking); Yokohama, Osaka, Hiroshima and Sasebo, Japan; Honolulu, Hawaii, Fort Lawton, Wash.; Wheaton, Md. and Alexandria. In addition, has visited every state in the union except Alaska. Education: Early schooling at Scrabble Elementary School, Secondary education in the Public Schools Washington, D.C., Associate Degree in Business at Peters Business College, Washington, D.C.; Courses in Business Administration at American University; courses at USDA Graduate School, Washington, D.C., (History, Economics and Government); Graduate Study (Masters program) Public Administration at the George Washington University, many other courses and seminars in the field of public resource management and program analysis were attended and completed. Community: Many assignments in community and civic affairs, such as PTA, Home and School, (voluntary, elected and appointed) currently serves as member of Rappahannock Lions Club; (Past President) Friends of the Library, (Past President of Library Board of Trustees; Rappahannock Scenic River Advisory Board; Member, Rappahannock County School Board Representing StonewallHawthorne District. Has also served as Chairman, Rappahannock County Board of Equalization for Real Estate Assessments. Assisted in Habitat for Humanity, and was the featured speaker at the "First Annual" Martin Luther King Birthday Observance in Rappahannock County in 1992. Church: Member of the Fifteenth Street Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C.. Elder, Presbyterian Church, U.S.A. Interests: (Besides farm) boating, fishing, hunting, reading and chess. Most interesting travel experience: A 1970 cross country motor trip (29 days and 17 states) with my wife and 12-year old daughter on our way to Disneyland by way of Yellowstone National Park, Glacier Park, Grand Coulee Dam, The Space Needle, Hollywood, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, the site of the Kennedy assassination, New Orleans, Martin Luther King's Burial Place and many other points of interest along the way. Most humbling jobs: Dishwasher, and Rug cleaner. Hardest job; Thinning corn as a 12 year old Most important job: Being a father. Accomplishments: Moving from extreme poverty (during the great l depression) to little more than [ meager means, and being able to ishare my time, talents and •treasure in places which I hope ljvill make a difference. And for wiat I thank My God! Sharp Rock Farm Tour house C 44th annual to be held Oct. 21, 22 By Bette Mahoney Rappahannock News Writer Marilyn and David Armor live at Sharp Rock Farm in a valley at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sharp Rock Farm was named for a sharp rock beside the Hughes River that is now covered by the VDOT bridge on Sharp Rock Road. The Hughes River gently meanders along the property. It is one of the three homes the public will see during the 44th Annual Dried Flower Sale and House Tour scheduled for the weekend of Oct. 21-22. The Episcopal Churchwomen of Trinity Church, Washington sponsors this Rappahannock County event the third weekend in October each year. Johannes Yowell built the main house on Sharp Rock Farm in 1865 upon his safe return from the Civil War. A major addition in the early nineteen hundreds doubled the size of the house. The small 'patent house,' or 'cottage,' to the right of the post bellum farmhouse, dates to around 1790. The original wood flooring remains in this two-story house. Earlier generations of the Yowells had made this cottage its home. The Yowell family was deeply involved in the founding of Ragged Mountain Church, later called F.T. Baptist Church, in 1778, which was originally located in the field across the river. The cottage and an additional carriage house have been converted along with the restored farmhouse into an elegant Bed & Breakfast. The Bed & Breakfast has been described by the Washingtonian in 1997 as "one of the six most scenic bed and breakfasts in Virginia." Daniel Armor, the couple's son, lovingly restored the main farmhouse and other outbuildings. Daniel and his family live on the property J1T~I Photos courtesy of Marilyn Armor ON TOUR: Sharp Rock Farm Bed & Breakfast will be on tour Oct. 21 and 22 as part of the 44th annual event. and he continues to do restoration work in the area. Two large bams are also part of the outbuildings on the property. One of the bams was built around 1890 and contains the initials WAY for Weldon Americus Yowell, one of Johannes' sons. A winery and tasting room are located in this barn. Five of the twenty-three acres of this farm are devoted to a vineyard. Only the grapes grown on the farm are used in the wines produced on the farm and most of the wine production is done by hand. Sharp Rock Vineyards has been selling to the public for less than three years, but has already won a number of awards for its wines. The vineyard and tasting room will also be open for the House Tour. For a brochure or more information about the tour, tea, and flower sale, contact Trinity Church at 540675-3446. * 11 SHARP ROCK’S KITCHEN: Stone wall? and floor highlight the unique atmosphere of this home. ‘ Deputy 'Enos’ is coming to "Cooter's Place" Sonny Shroyer, who plays Deputy Enos Strate' on the hit TNN series the "Dukes of Hazzard," will be at Cooter's Place in Sperryville on Oct. 14 and 15 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. The weekend will also feature free music, a car show, and Cooter's Country Picnic. Though Shroyer is perhaps best known for his role of the bumbling, big hearted good ol’ boy Deputy Enos, he is a versatile actor who has appeared in over a hundred films and television shows, including a cameo as the legendary Bear Bryant in the mega hit "Forrest Gump." His recent performances include important roles in "The Rainmaker," "A Lesson Before Dying," and the upcoming Hallmark Hall of Fame special, "The Runaway". Sonny’s popularity on "The Dukes of Hazzard" led CBS to spin him off into his own series, "Enos," which was shown in 26 foreign countries and which won him a People's Choice Award nomination. An extra-added attraction will be the appearance of recording artists "Last Train Home," the highly popular Washington, D.C. based rock and country band. Last Train Home will appear from 1 until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14. Also playing on Saturday will be Cooter's Garage Band, featuring Ben Cooter' Jones. Sunday, Oct. 15 will feature bluegrass music, as usual. James Bailey, formerly of "The Country Gentlemen" will perform with his new band, "Briarpatch." Cooter's Place is located on US 211, just a mile west of Sperryville. It is operated by Ben Cooter' Jones and his wife, Alma Viator. It features a "Dukes of Hazzard" museum including, of course, the General Lee, the world's best-known racing car. Ready, set, read! Would parents encourage their children's love of reading if they could? Of course. What's more, they can! Scholastic Bonk Fairs come to Rappahannock County Elementary School Library on Tuesday, Oct. 23 through Friday, Nov. 3 to bring the best books and learning products from more than 150 publishers to readers of all ages. The fair is open to the entire community. The Book Fair features traditional children's favorites and new works by popular authors and illustrators. Parents and teachers will find plenty which will interest them too. The fair is open daily from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. on school days. A special Family Event will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 25 during the Parent Teacher Conferences. Hours that day will be 8:15 a.m. to 8 p.m., with a break for dinner from 5 to 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome! When you visit the fair, look for the Classroom Wish List display to see how you can help build your child's classroom library. This is one goal of the Book Fair. Visitors can purchase and donate requested books for any classroom's library. Don't miss out on the Scholastic Book Fair Oct. 24 through Nov. 3. For more information, you may call Aney Massie at 987-8259. mm mm Photos courtesy of Alma Viator ENOS COMING TO TOWN: Sonny Shroyer, who plays Enos, will be coming to Cooter's Place this weekend. Last year when he was here, lines of area residents waited for a chance to see the star. Pictured above Deputy Andy Berry was delighted to have his photograph taken with Enos and below, Mrs. Lillie Corbin with Cooter on the left and Enos and the right couldn't have been happier. The weekend is sure to be busy, so come early and plan to stay late.

Church fl m Activities Scholarship Rally canceled The Fall Scholarship Rally for the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Ministers' and Deacons' Union Scholarship Committee has been postponed until further notice. The service was planned for Saturday, Oct. 14. If there are questions or concerns, please contact Nan Butler Roberts at 540-399-9815 or e-mail: nbrober@yahoo.com. 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. Revival at Gid Brown Revival services will be held at Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church Oct. 16-22. Bobby Robinson from Walkertown, N.C. will i be preaching Oct. 16, 17 and 18 at 7:30 each evening. Jerry Whitehead, also of Walkertown will be preaching Oct. 19-21 at 7:30 each evening and on Sunday morning with Sunday School beginning at 10 a.m. followed by regular worship service at 11. Gid Brown Pastor John Burke extends an invitation to all to attend. Special singing will be featured at each service and a nursery will be provided. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Roger L. Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 a m. > Worship Service 11 a.m. Fellowship group to meet i 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. A mid-week service is ■ held in various homes in the community. For more information call 937-9993 or 937-5210 or 937-4929. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Oct. 15 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: John R. Pendleton Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Praise service at FT. Baptist Alliance Bible Church of Culpeper will be presenting a praise service at F.T. Baptist Church on the Slate Mills Road, one mile off of Route 231 on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. Desserts will be served at 6 p.m. All are invited. For additional information contact Marilyn Armor at 987-9712. ; Slate Mills Baptist Pastor: Rev. J. Harold Eaton Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. i Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting Hymn sing at Flint Hill A fund raiser will be held at Flint Hill Pentecostal Church on ' Saturday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. with different singers participating. All are welcome. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses Revival at Chester Gap Revival services will be held at Chester Gap Baptist Church Oct. 15-20 at 7 each evening. Rev. Alpheus Atkins, pastor of Woodville Baptist Church will be preaching. Special singing will be featured each evening. All are invited. For information call 636-1914. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Richard S. Gordon Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Monday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Children's Choir 7 p.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Shiloh Baptist Pastor:Michael E. Tinsley, Sr. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. F T. Baptist Pastor: Randi Maki Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Goff Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Crystal Renee Leake and Jacob Andrew "Andy” Sheads Crystal R. Leake to wed A. Sheads Crystal Renee Leake and Jacob Andrew "Andy" Sheads are proud to announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage. Miss Leake is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Leake of Sperryville and Harry and Nancy Newlin of Flint Hill. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Lecie A. Leake of Sperryville and the late Roy B. Leake and Turner and Efifie Foster of Culpeper and the late Harry Brown Settle. The bride-to-be is a 1998 graduate of Rappahannock County School and a 2000 Lord Fairfax Community College graduate with an Associates in Arts and Sciences. She is currently attending James Madison University in Harrisonburg seeking a Bachelor's in Liberal Studies and a teacher licensure in Early Childhood Education (R-3). She is presently employed at Bride's of Warrenton. The groom-to-be is the son of Charles and Billie Sheads of Rixeyville. His grandparents are Woodie and Myrtle Sheads of Rixeyville, Hugh and Barbara Newport of Tennessee and Nell Hicks of Grundy, Va. Mr. Sheads is a 1998 graduate of Culpeper County High School and is employed as a land surveyor with Vika Inc. of McLean. An October 2001 wedding is being planned. East couple have daughter Mr. and Mrs. Scott East of Washington are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Sarah Mckenzie. She was born on Monday, Oct. 2. Sarah weighed eight pounds and was 21 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Mrs. Betty Walter of Washington and Thomas L. Walter Jr. of Amissville. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Wayne East of Linden and Ms. Debbie Leach of Front Royal. Maternal great-grandparents are Virgil L. Atkins of Sperryville and the late Mary L. Atkins and Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Harrison ofViewtown. Paternal great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Caleb East of Maurertown and Ms. Garnette Abernathy of Front ' Royal. Fail festival this Saturday ,1.14.1 Well is it fall or winter? It has been awfully cold the last couple of days, but the forecast for next weekend is looking great! Keep your fingers crossed! The Amissville Fall Festival is all set, the vendors are coming and so is plenty of food at several of the locations. At the Lazy S, Connie Payne's Girl Scout troop will have hot dogs, drinks and desserts. The CCLC Afterschool 4-H group will be having a bake sale. Lombardy's Restaurant will be there as well. Debra Norris has homemade candles and there will be a wool display as well. Several of the 4-H groups are having animal displays, the Dairy Goat Club, the Small Animal Club and the Horse and Pony Club. Hackley’s is hosting a pickin' party with the 4-H Honor Club. The club also has made milk jug skeleton's for Halloween and they will be having a 50/50 raffle. Brad will have hand-dipped ice cream, old fashioned soda's and pork barbecue. Mr. Brook's antique cars will be on display as well. The Amissville Fire Department will be having its open house. The Smokehouse will be there for children and adults to go through. The Medi-vac Helicopter will be landing on the heli-pad and there will be safety demonstrations in the firehouse as well. The new ambulance will be on display with the other fire equipment, and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. Of course the festival grounds will be a buzz with activities. Food vendors, crafters, demonstrations, displays, the Ruritans quilt raffle, and the AACA silent auction. Some of the items donated for the auction are: Girl on a bench Statue from Rankins Hardware; Queen Size Quilt from Peebles; Two Night Condo Stay in D.C., Hal and Beverly Hunter; Handmade Quilted Baby Wall Hanging, Denny and Bev May, Pottery-Pinch Pot, Lead Sun Catcher, Rasmussen Stained Glass, Gift Certificate from Hartman's Jewelers; Wool Oriental Rug from Early’s Carpet; Flower Arrangement, Adorations; Avon Gift Baskets, Pat Sher; Mary Kay Gift Baskets, Mary Kay Girls and many Amissville By AMY HITT 937-3401 iil'Mnnili ■■ more items from Framecraft, r Grapevine, Southern Grace, S&S Crafts, The Virginia , Company, Rhonda Olah, Warrenton DJs cor, Cordelia' .i & Company, Merchant's1 ‘ Tire, TCBY, Lazy S Llama 1 Ranch, Stained Glass byLocal Artist and several more unique items. VDOT will have traffic signs out as well as, the1’ AACA will have event signs, posted through out the village directing you to the1* events. The Amissville^ Baptist Church Kids'Harvest Fest will be from noon to 3 p.m. with games and refreshments for children of all ages. Muskrat Haven Farm will have its Corn Maze, Thq. Bardo Brewery will be open^ with entertainment, and '4 Gray Ghost Winery will be having tours with wine tasting. At each event there will be AACA brochures that will * have a map of the village,with the events numbered,, on it. Make sure to pick ones.1 up so you can find your way. - to each location. I hope everyone enjoys . all of the activities that areplanned and that the festi- „ val is a huge success for all * who are participating. I • hope to see you there! >■; The AACA will hold its monthly meeting on Oct. 121 at 7 p.m. at the Methodist -' Church. The Fall Festival is» on the agenda along with anupdate about the PostI Office. .' For more information call Steve Miller at 9374298. Happy birthday to:. Abbey Adams, Andrea! Coffman, Jack Norris, Debra 1 Norris and Jean Norris. i Happy 37th wedding, anniversary to my parents Francis and Barbara Wood. A note was left for me ii^. the box at Hackley’s this week, I don’t know who it is from. If you would like something put in the Amissville column, it must be signed and have a phone number with it. Have a great week and I come out and enjoy the Amissville Fall Festival! Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs ” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 825-0937 SperryviUe Emporium “The Shop thuu has EVERYTHING" U. S. 211, West SperryviUe, VA (540) 987-8235 Sunday Leviticus 25:18-34 Monday Leviticus 25:35-46 Tuesday Leviticus 25:47-55 Wednesday Deuteronomy 5:1-21 Thursday Deuteronomy 5:22-33 Friday Isaiah 32:1-8 Saturday Isaiah 32:9-20 This phrase speaks of a decade dedicated to nature, peace, and simplicity. Though controversial, a generation of “baby boomers” was coming of age. They have now patented a new generation, complex and state-of-the-art; the leaders of a tomorrow which already has brilliantly dawned upon the new day. As we separate the wheat from the chaff, let us remember those basic ideals of the simple life, the simplistic beauty of the gifts God has given us. The only price of admission is appreciation-something that money cannot buy. We can only hope that the young people of today will take the time to harvest enough wheat from our yesterdays to sustain their tomorrows. Most importantly, may each generation take the opportunity to praise the Creator as we participate in worship each Sabbath, remembering that God’s gifts to us are forever priceless. Scnptvns Selected by The American Bible Society Copyright 2000 Keister Williams Newspaper Setvices P 0 Bo* 8005. Charlottesville. VA 22906. wwwttwnews Km ABERDEEN BARIM Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (540) 825-1037 Jimmie’s Auto Parts Complete line of foreign & domestic parts 161 Saunders St. • Culpeper (540) 825-8030 The Color Shoppe Paint • Carnet • Wallcovering Blinds Rt. 29 South • 2 miles from Culpeper Old Hudson Ham Building 547-9743 GOLDEN CORRAL Family Steak House (540) 825-5888 • Culpeper Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

Former Bed 8c Breakfast owner dies Word has been received here of the passing of Dr. Charles A. Wilson, Sr. which occurred in Arapahoe, N.C., last Wednesday, Oct. 4. Dr. Wilson entered the Army in 1940, serving in the Air Corps Medical Services and after tKe war he worked afid received his Safe Driving Classes will be held in Culpeper, sponsored by AARP and anyone in our area are interested, please call 825-7240. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher accompanied by Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were shoppers in Winchester on Saturday. On Sunday Mrs. Atkins was a luncheon guest with her niece, Miss Brenda Frazier in Culpeper. pnarmacy degree, becoming a physician and established his practice in Tallahassee, Fla. specializing in reconstructive surgery, also keeping up his interest in sailing. A few years ago he and wife Marianne purchased property here in Boston and opened and operated a successful bed and breakfast inn, known to many as Thistle Hill Bed and Breakfast. Illness resulted in the closing of Thistle Hill and relocation to North Carolina, where in his home on the Neuse River, he spent his final days. Our community extends deep sympathy to his family who have issued an invitation to attend his funeral services, Monday, Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. at CloreEnglish Funeral Home. Belated birthday wishes go out to Mrs. Sheree Mills, who added another year, Tuesday, Oct. 10. On Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 18 and 19, from 9 a.m. until 1, "55 Alive" Quite a number of our area folk attended the fall festival at Reva Volunteer Rescue and Fire Department at their headquarters on Birmingham Road on Saturday. On Saturday, Oct. 14 at 3 p.m. the Windmore Foundation for Arts auditions for the children's theater production of "Squanto",which will be held at Culpeper County Middle School. Call 547-2555 for more information. Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Heflin, Michael, Krystal and Jacob, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer and Kevin Grigsby returned to their home on Castleton Ford Road Sunday after a southern trip which took them for overnight in Richmond Hill, Ga., on to Kissimmee, Fla., visiting Orange Lake Resorts and Universal Studios. Later they traveled to Orlando. En route home they spent from Friday until Sunday morning at Myrtle Beach, S.C. Last but not least, they were thrilled to hear of their county as one evening while watching television there in Florida, an announcement came across the screen about "Cooter's Place" in Sperryville. We imagine after this ten day trip they were glad to be back home. The Castleton Fire Department reminds and invites the public to their shooting matches taking place on Fridays at 7 p.m. For any other information call, 937-4110. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Graves are extending a welcome to everyone to attend their Apple Harvest Festival at Graves Mountain, Syria this Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. each day. This marks their 31st year for the festival. Beginning at 11 a.m. daily they will be making apple butter the old fashioned way. Home cooked meals will be available. This is a reminder to go to the festival and don't disappoint the Graves, who will be looking for everyone. In our prayer list this week we covet for Albert Goodall, Elder Nelson Pettit, Rev. and Mrs. Richard Woodard, Mrs. Rosie Wharton, Mrs. Mollie Sisk and many others on each of our minds. Wedding anniversary wishes go out to Ben and Alma Jones of "Cooter's Place” whose day is today and Mrs. and Mrs. Ricky Shaw who will celebrate another year together on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Also birthday wishes are extended to Mrs. Stephanie Shaw who adds another year Monday, Oct. 16. Have a great week and give me a call with your news. Sperryville prepares for busy weekend Fall is upon us with the temperature getting colder and the first killing frost not far away. Frost is temperature below the freezing point of water or frozen dew. This means the last flowers of fall and the garden work will be over for another season. The good thing about all this for those who have had so much grass to mow, there will soon be some rest. • Hunting season came in this week and the woods will be full of camouflaged men with bow and arrows. Squirrel season comes in on Oct. 14. Black powder season begins on Nov. 6. The Hunters Moon is the full moon this month. Be sure and look at it on Oct. 13 at 3:53 a.m. This is called the Hunters Moon since in Indian lore and folk custom there was more light at that time and game would be visible. The Sperryville By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 light from this moon is much brighter than some of the other full moons. As the leaves are closely approaching their peak this brings many more visitors to the county. There is much to offer the many visitors passing through. There are many roadside stands offering apples, cider and pumpkins and other Virginia products. The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will hold a fall craft festival on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Sperryville Fire Department grounds. There will be many other activities throughout Sperryville the same day. There will be another 4-H pickin' party at Hackley's Country Store in Amissville on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 2 until 4 p m. You meet a lot of friends there and the music is good. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Fitzhugh entertained friends last Saturday for a picnic at their cabin in Old Hollow. Mrs. Hazel Deal is recovering from surgery at the Winchester Rehabilitation Center in Winchester, Room 3311. She would like to hear from her friends. Mrs. Helen Coffey and Mrs. Sally Keyser visited with Mrs. Barbara B. Poe in Warrenton, last Wednesday. They also visited with Miss Washington social notes ; Congratulations to Scott and Shannon East of Tiger Valley on the birth of a baby girl bom on Monday, Oct. 2 in Fauquier Hospital. Happy birthday to Mrs. Debra Flinchum of Viewtown who has her day on Saturday, Oct. 14. ; Monday, Columbus Day visitors of Mrs. Jean B. JHoffett and Frank Moffett vfere Mr. and Mrs. Page Moffett and son Richard of Leesburg and Mrs. D.C. Welling of Fairfax Station. • Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser of Sperryville were Sunday visitors of his mother Mrs. Addie Keyser. !! Happy birthday to John Qlark Jr. who has his day on Monday, Oct. 24. Mrs. Ellen Aylor of Madison spent several days last week with Mrs. Marilyn Biailey. *■ Mrs. Marilyn Bailey was pleasantly surprised with a vftsit recently from a former school friend, Mrs. Becky Autherford Stamer of Woodbridge. *• Happy birthday to Mrs. ifitae Smoot of Harris Hollow I$oad who will have her day on Wednesday, Oct. 18. \ Mr. and Mrs. Phil Butler of IJalls Church were weekend guests of Mrs. Alice Butler. Mrs. Debbie Wachtstetter (gpd sons, Dan and David of Spencer, Ind. were guests of Mrs. Alice Butler from Wednesday through Monday. Friday John Wachtstetter joined his family at the Butler Ijome. •• Saturday luncheon guests qf Mrs. Alice Butler were Danny Dryfoose of Louisa, John and Debbie Wachtstetter and children of Spencer, Ind., Mrs. Renata Thomas and children of Centreville, Mr. and ]Jjrs. Phil Butler of Falls (Jjhurch and Mrs. Jean Butler. i- Sunday Mr. and Mrs. John Wachtstetter and family, Mr. 4nd Mrs. Charlie Thomas and RECYCLE family, Danny Dryfoose, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Butler, Michael Washington By RUTH CLARK 675*3608 Berta and Rachael Berta along with friends and relatives attended the celebration of life for their mother and grandmother Mrs. Barbara Dryfoose, who passed away recently. Mrs. Alice Butler was among those attending the celebration in Centreville. re Wednesday, Oct. 18 Southern States Co-op Front Royal 1:45 - 2:30 p.m. 540-635-3118 Thursday, Oct 19 Southern States Service Luray 11:30 a.m. -12:15 p.m. 540-743-6518 Lucille Atkins and Mrs. Florene Estes at the Overlook Care Center. Mrs. Maria Roemer-Kwon and son Jason of New York, N.Y. and Mrs. Claire Hanna and son, Jordan of Ashbum were Sunday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wayland and Tiffany. Vivian Hackney of Washington was also a visitor on Sunday. You have another chance to see Enos at Cooters' Place on Oct. 14 and 15 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. There is always good food and good music there each weekend. Plan on attending. Call me with your news and make it a good week. R.H. Ballard Fine Art & Rugs ORIGINAL LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL ART ORIENTAL RUGS TAKE ART & RUGS HOME ON APPROVAL We buy, sell, trade, clean, appraise and repair handmade rugs. 307 Main St., P.O. Box 412 Washington, VA 22747 540-675-1411 Open: Thurs. - Mon., 10-6 Visit our Website: www.RHBarts.com HiA io yecei invitation to attend, twr tanjeot piano, event even,! The World's Most Prestigious Piano! TWO MILLION DOLLAR FACTORY SELECTION Special Selection, front, 'Vienna,, /tu&tnia, Bosendorfer Pianos NEVER MORE AFFORDABLE! Other Pianos on Sale! Schimmel, Petrof, Estonia Charles Walter, Weber, Kemble & also used Yamaha & Kawai ■I Please schedule an appointment for best selection. T Owi Ownership of a Bosendorfer puts you in the company of the World's greatest musicians Franz Liszt, Johann Strauss, Richard Wagner, Andre Previn, Alfred Brendel, Wihelm Backhaus, Arthur Rubenstein, Leonard Berstein, Oscar Peterson, Arturo Sandoval, Frank Sinatra, Vladmir Ashkenazy & Andreas Schiff, just to name a few. The Piano Co. 1063 Edwards Ferry Rd. Leesburg, Virginia 15 N. Bypass across from Kohl's and next to Shoppers Food 703-771-8119 Toll Free 1-888-495-7370 www.pianoco.com Upcoming Events Trail ride, chili contest planned The Rappahannock Hunt will sponsor a fall trail ride and chili contest on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 11 a.m. at Powell and Wendy O'Bannon's Walnut Knoll Farm at Rixeyville. There will be refreshments midway and a picnic following, featuring the famous chili contest. Prizes will be awarded. If you can't bring chili, bring a dish to share. Drinks will be provided. Cost of ride and picnic is $15, picnic only is $5. For information contact Barton Hitchcock at 825-6859 or Janet O'Keefe at 547-2993. Bush-Alien-Wolf campaign rally set Come and enjoy an old-fashioned campaign rally sponsored - by the Rappahannock County Republican Party on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 3 p.m. at the Washington Volunteer Fire Hall. The main speaker is Congressman Frank Wolf. Lt. Governor John Hager is also expected to participate. For additional information contact Walter Longyear at 675-3679. RLEP directors to meet The October board of directors meeting for RLEP, the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection, will take place Monday, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. The meeting is open to the public. Advisory Council to meet The first monthly Principal Advisory Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the RCHS auditorium. All parents and friends are invited to attend. For questions or information call Principal Jack Raines at 987-8575 or Jan Makela at 987-8259. Ragged Mountain activities Ragged Mountain Resource Center in Sperryville will host the following October activities: Saturday, Oct. 14: Second Saturday Hike Series. Destination: Oventop, meet between 8 and 8:30 a.m. at Mountainside Market on US 211, West of Sperryville, return early afternoon. Hike leader/contact: Hunt Harris, 987-3366. Saturday, Oct. 14, Moonlight Hike. Destination: Mary's Rock, meet by 6:30 p.m. at Mountainside or 7 p.m. at Panorama parking lot. Hike leader/contact: Hunt Harris, 987-3366. Tuesday evening, Oct. 31, Halloween bonfire, Washington, after dark. TFR announces fall clean up Trash Free Rappahannock (TFR) in cooperation with VDOT is launching its month long fall roadside clean up campaign beginning Saturday, Oct. 21 and continuing for the three following Saturdays, Oct. 28, Nov. 4 and Nov. 11. Individuals and groups in the county interested in identifying roads in need of cleaning up, picking up roadside trash, working with the court ordered youth community service program, or contributing money to TFR's new planned activities, should call either Buck Payne at 987-8303 or John Kiser at 987-8445 for more details. Winter coat drive coming The Amissville Baptist Church is having a winter coat drive on Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anyone who needs coats, hats or gloves may come to the church and receive them for free. For more information call 937-5622. Halloween Fest planned The Rappahannock County Schools Sports Association is sponsoring Hungry Run Farm's fourth annual Haunted Barn and a children's costume contest and "Ghoulway" to raise money for Rappahannock County School Athletic programs. Festivities will be held at Hungry Run Farm on South Poe's Road outside of Amissville. Follow signs from US 211 or from Route 647 out of Flint Hill. Refreshments will be available. The gate will open at 7 each evening and close at 10. Cost is $5 for adults and children 6-12 will pay $4 and under six will get in free. Family discounts available. PSAT to be given Oct. 21 Parents of 10th and 11th grade students at Rappahannock County High School: The PSAT (Practice Scholastic Aptitude Test) will be administered at Rappahannock County High School on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Students have already had the opportunity to sign up for this test through their Resource class. However, there is still time to sign up. The cost is $9.50. Students are to pay Ms. Campbell in the Guidance office at their convenience during school hours. Payment can be made by cash or check. Please make checks payable to RCHS. Payment must be received no later than Thursday, Oct. 19. This test is given only once during the school year. It is an excellent preparation for the SAT which is one of several tests required for admission to most four year colleges and universities. Should there be any questions or concerns, contact Ms. Campbell at 987-8575. Golf tournament set The newly formed Rappahannock County School Sports Association is holding their first fund raiser, a golf tournament on Saturday, Oct. 21. The tournament will be played in Front Royal at the Jackson Chase Golf Club beginning at 1 p.m. A barbecue dinner will be served at the end of the day. A maximum of eighteen teams can play. All funds raised from the tournament will benefit the Rappahannock County School athletic programs. For more information or to enter a team call Cathy Kreyling at 987-8131. Family portraits to be taken Get your family, friends, relatives and co-workers to have their picture taken at Amissville United Methodist Church on Saturday, Oct. 21 and help the church raise some funds for the building fund. For only $5 each family will have their portrait taken by a professional photographer and will receive a 10x13 color portrait free. Additional portraits may also be purchased. To sign up contact Mary Holmes at 347-0072 or Edie Fishback at 937-4910. Band Boosters to meet The Rappahannock County Band Boosters will meet Thursday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. at Rappahannock County High School in the new band room. Everyone is invited. For information call Ginger Estes at 675-3664 or John Wiese at 937-9909. 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. 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. Craft bazaar planned A Christmas craft bazaar will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Culpeper United Methodist Church. A continental breakfast and lunch will be served in the fellowship hall. Baked goods and other homemade foods will also be available for purchase. Shopping will include all sorts of crafts and Christmas items for both family and friends.

Kinnier/Hill Show at Middle Street highly recommended By Rene Ruffner Rappahannock News Writer The art of Emily Kinnier and Tucker Hill is on display at the Middle Street Gallery until Oct. 29. Their show, "Two Approaches to Landscape," is worthwhile and of high quality. Tucker Hill, a local asset since 1991 when he moved his press and studio to Madison County, has been making monotypes of northern Virginia since 1985. These monotypes are one-of-a-kind prints made by painting an image on a smooth acrylic sheet and then transferring the image to paper by running the acrylic sheet through a press with the paper held laid on it. Emily Kinnier, a Richmond artist with a history of successful shows, was first heralded by the French press in a 1963 show of "Art Moderne " and has been very collectible since. Kinnier also works to some extent with monotypes, though she also mixes her media, combining collage, oil pastels, paints, and graphite. To the art: Kinnier and Hill are each exhibiting 14 works, and the 28 pieces work well together thanks to a uniform presentation and a compatible economy of style. Tucker Hill's "H-5; Route 643 1 1/2 miles west of Etlan...," is a monotype of the morning sun bursting up along a tree line, lighting the tips of grasses, and illuminat ing bare limbs in perfect tonalities. Hill's "H-3" monotype presents the morning sun behind trees lining a county road. A distant figure is frozen in progress down the lane. This piece typifies the justice Hill does to his subject matter. One understands, looking at his art, that Hill approaches the treatment of light with great respect. In other of Hill's works, mist, blown leaves, the effects of the sun, and the mood of different times of day are perfectly preserved. Because of the generally lighter shades of Hill's skies, portrayals of dusk and dawn may be the most successful evocations of this show. Notable also is the monotype, "H-13" which presents the wind, and shadows of roil‘ing clouds. Clouds echo the energetic shapes of the land, and sky and field are married by well matched aerial and earthbound tonalities. In "H2" the sun is reaching full morning intensity, and a more contrasted world is emerging. To see into Tucker Hill's creations is to hear black branches crackling, and to smell musty fallen leaves scattered in patches of light. Hill has taken a medium that is frequently used with fewer nuances, and used it to express far-ranging subtleties. Kinnier's rhythmic color studies often stratify the subject matter, clearly layering perspective, and more or less emphasizing similar colors to 888-558-5567 (toll free) More than 30 Hot Air Balloons Including Tony the Tiger, Oggy, Whootie & Cargolilter Special Shapes! Artisans • Wine Tasting • Antique Fire Engines & Cars • Children's Shows & Activities • Music, Music, Music & Much Much More! Sponsored by Q102,99.3 The Fox & The Woid 61QAM, Apple Blossom Mall, Winchester Amusements, Verico, Inc., Jim Stutanan Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, Lowe’s, Oldies 95.3 FM, Costco, RentX, Val-Pak of Winchester, Johnny Blue, Wood Catering, Children’s Hospital Medical Center denote distance, all with success. "Orchard Edge" (Catalogue #K-3) a mixed media collage, recalls distant morning views of Rappahannock's own orchards. Other works are more challenging. In "Red Lane" we are met by interwoven subdued jeweled colors, and sea-green fields from which vibrating red trees pop. There, I say "green fields," but it's hard to say what color any patch of the small foreground is, because each is cleverly modified by contrasting touches within small boundaries. "K-5" also displays a finetuned sense of what makes colors vibrate. There is more than meets the eye in Kinnier's "Late Sunset" (K-9). which, because of its small size, deserves close examination. In it you see an ascending scale of glyphs which you could swear finally coalesce into Arabic code. We are led into suggestions of nature's calligraphy in Kinnier's "Swamp VI" (K-10). Its intaglio of sticks and vegetation conjures up an alphabet of primeval bones arrayed among russet grasses. In K-6, "Forest Edge" an oil pastel/mixed media, in pale, stacked layers of color, you almost expect an equally pale unicorn to introduce itself at the side of the glade. Considering the size of these works, an inescapable conclusion is that if Kinnier had worked in the heroic scale of artists such as Frankenthaler, she would be known nationally. We recommend the show for Hill s virtuosity and for Kinnier's courageous adherence to her own style. r Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. The 5th Annual Craftsmen’s Classic rts & Crafts Festival October 20,21 & 22 Friday 10 - 9 • Saturday 10 - 6 • Sunday 10-5 CAPITAL EXPO CENTER Capital Expo Center Fairfax Co. • Chantilly, VA Rt. 28 & Willard Kd 6 miles south of Dulles Airport For directions Call 703-802-0066 A Unique Mix Of Traditional & Contemporary Works Something For Every Taste & Budget \ • More than 350 Fine Artists & Craftspeople From 30 States /■ >»*». \ Come See Why We Are The Winner of More Than 50 "Top 200Awards" Sponsored (tUtlES All Indoors By: BBMiBB NOR’HIAN -- Free Parking AdU|t$6 0o Same Day Free Return Child (6-12) $ 1 For More Info.: ©2000 GEI. Toll Free 1-888-96CRAFT Dairy Goat Club members excel at State Fair By Sue Garvin Rappahannock News Writer Rappahannock 4-H Dairy Goat Club members, Adam Rhein, Austen Rhein and Ben Rupchis, recently competed at the State Fair of Virginia. With over 500 dairy goats competing in three separate American Dairy Goat Association Sanctioned Shows, the State Fair was a very challenging experience. The Youth Dairy Goat Show on Friday, Sept. 22 was followed by an Open Senior Doe Show on Saturday then Showmanship and the Open Junior Doe Show on Sunday. The Youth Show was restricted to 4-H and FFA members but the Open Shows were filled with prominent dairy goat breeders from five states. Ben Rupchis won Alpine Grand Champion and Best Udder in the Youth Show with his two-year old milker, Skyline's El Nino (Elbe) and his trio of intermediate doe kids placed first, second Photo courtesy of Sue Garvin GRAND CHAMPION: Ben Rupchis at home with his Alpine does. ana tmra in tneir class. Ben and "Elbe" went on to place second in two-year old Alpine milkers in the very competitive Open Senior Doe Show on Saturday. "Ellies" daughter, Bearly StormE Eclipse placed first (out of 14) in her class of intermediate kids on Sunday and Ben finished fifth in showmanship. With a pocketful of other first, second and third place ribbons, Ben was given the Premier Youth Alpine Exhibitor Award before he headed home late Sunday. Adam and Austen Rhein were first year exhibitors in the Nubian classes. Austen's doe "Pepper" placed forth in under two-year old milkers (Youth) and a very respectable fifth in the Open Show. Adam and bashay placed nght behind "Pepper" in the Youth Show and Adam's intermediate doe kid, "Cookie Doe", placed sixth in her class. Austen and Adam were both commended for their placings in Showmanship (9th and 6th, respectively). Two other goats from the Rhein's Cornucopia Farm placed in Open Shows. Tiger Valley Margot's CoCo won third twoyear old Nubian milkers and her daughter, "Coffee" won third (out of 22) in Nubian junior kids. The Rappahannock 4-H Dairy Goat Club will be exhibiting at the Lazy S Llama Ranch on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a. until 3 p.m. for the Amissville Fall Festival. Stop by and meet these dedicated 4-Hers and their goats! I I Re-blooming iris discussed By Susan Jones Rappahannock News Writer Most gardeners enjoy the beauty of iris each spring. Early varieties of iris begin blooming in late March, and the tall bearded iris bloom until mid-June. But occasionally an iris blooms again in the late summer or fall. Now iris growers are propagating those "re-bloomers," selecting the most vigorous ones to cross pollinate for interesting color and shape. With the "re-bloomers" gardeners can now have iris blooming until frost. Jenny Spoon of Cross Junction, north of Winchester, has a nursery full of iris, re-bloomers and once blooming. Mrs. Spoon presented a r program about re-blooming iris at the September meeting of the Rappahannock County Garden Club. She and her husband have one of the largest collections of re-blooming iris in the world, and have developed their own cultivars of iris as well. Their nursery, FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 Winterberry Gardens, sells; primarily iris and daylilies. * Mrs. Spoon brought sever-! al stems of iris from her gar-! den to the meeting and explained the characteristics of each of these specially bred, flowers. ' ^ She also talked about the£ new introductions and prizewinning iris available at hef nursery. >(. She explained that re-*; blooming iris need a little more care than the once blooming iris, extra fertilizer and water during the summery and more frequent division than other iris, in order to facilitate the second blooming. Blue ribbons for flowers arrangement design, using the themes of "Nature's Contrast’1 and "School Days," were awarded to Betty Wood, Mar# Priest, and Janet Easthani. All of the many horticulture entries of grasses and dahlias also received blue ribbons. Hostesses for September s meeting were Helen Fairfax^ Elbe Kreamer and Helen Smith. Club members will be attending local flower shows during October as well as ttye Garden Clubs of Virginiq District Meeting in Front Royal. October's Rappahannock Garden Club program will be about "Underutilized Trees." Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor .'fSi; .:f;, (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975

Margaret Summers ! Sperryville resident ! Margaret Virginia Summers, 72, of Sperryville died on Thursday, Sept. 28 at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. ; Mrs. Summers was bom July 6, 1928. She was a childcare provider. Surviving are her husband, Robert M. Summers of Sperryville; three foster daughters, LaTonya Aylor of Sperryville, Alicia Bowman a)nd Consuella Bowman, both of Laurel, Md; two foster sons, Arathon Aylor of Sperryville and David Bowman of Laurel, Md.; three sisters, Pauline Bailey of Woodbridge, Rosa Hawley of Germantown, Md., and Dorothy Reeves of Manassas; a brother, William R. Dove of Washington, D.C.; and seven grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted on Monday, Oct. 2 at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, in Gainesville with Rev. Boykin Young officiating and Rev John Pendleton delivering the eulogy. Joynes Funeral Home Inc. in Warrenton was in charge of the arrangements. : Katharine Slater : Journalist, Author Mrs. Katharine Gochnauer Slater, affectionately known as "Kitty," died at her home early Wednesday morning, Oct. 4 after a period of declining health. Bom in Winchester on Dec. 4, 1912, Kitty Slater was the daughter of a prominent doctor, the late Dr. Fred Gochnauer and his wife Pearl Rose Gochnauer of Upperville. She attended Stuart Hall preparatory school and Sweet Briar College.. She was married to the late George Robert Slater, and resided at West View until her death. Kitty Slater led an ambitious career as a journalist and author. She was a former weekly columnist for The Washington Post spoils page and a contributing editor of Spur Magazine. As a freelance writer, Kitty Slater had been published in The Thoroughbred Record and numerous other magazines and newspapers. She was a member of the Author’s Guild and the Author's League and is listed in Who's Who of American Women. She is best known for her book The Hunt Country of America published first in 1967, now in its revised Fifth Edition. She is survived by her daughter, Anne Slater Coyner, and her son, George Nicholas Slater, as well as her four grandchildren, Margaret Nicholas White, Christian Bedford Coyner, George Fletcher Slater, and Catharine Woodville news notes Mr. and Mrs. Richard Boutchyard of Fredericksburg were Saturday afternoon guests oif Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Vest. • \ Woodvifle v By JUNE CLARK 987-8827 Mill.HIM . ' ;V t * i » % \' Raymond Johnson spent Friday night with Sherry • Leach and children, Julie and K.C. Johnson in Warrenton. - Bessie and Daniel Norman ate lunch Sunday in Front Royal with grandsons, Will, Wade, and Wyatt Norman. Charles and Pat Whorton, Norma Holt and Vallie Butler Visited Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Howard in Fairfax on Sunday. On the way home they visited Mr. and Mrs. Robert Howard in Jeffersonton. June Clark and Misty Hitt were Tuesday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wayland at Slate Mills. Also attending were Mr. and Mrs. Frankie Hitt of Boston. Rev. Alphesus Atkins and daughter Hannah were Tuesday visitors of Mrs. June Clark. Friday dinner guests of lilrs.Clark and Misty Hitt \^ere Sam and Robert Falls. Lisa and Jessica Connell and Julie Connell and their friend Elizabeth Randleman and Mike Maldoven visited with Bob and Pat Maldoven for the weekend. The Jim Griffen family joined them for fellowship at the Woodville picnic and pig roast. • Many Woodville residents attended the Woodville community picnic and braved tjhilly winds as they welcomed neighbors. • June Clark and Misty Hitt Attended the Page County Heritage Festival in Luray on Sunday. Rev. Starke Jones and Myrtle Falls were recent visitors of Mrs. June Clark. LJnifiLzLncj *UliouglitS' by Randy Minter WHEN CHILDREN GRIEVE When children of any age grieve, they need the help of adults who will provide them with accurate explanations to their questions and listen to their feelings and fears. Because grief in children is compounded by a lack of understanding, parents are urged to avoid euphemisms in their explanations and speak directly and frankly. This will help children, who think in very concrete terms, to come to understand and accept death. As for attending the funeral, children should be given the option to do so as long as they are told exactly what to expect beforehand. And, while children may seem fine initially, their grief can be long-lasting, with the experience of sadness and anger lasting weeks, months, or years. Children understand so much more than we give them credit for that it’s helpful to give them the information they need to help process the loss of their loved one. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, we are here to offer you support as you deal with your family members. You’ll find us to be experienced in the ups and downs of grief and here to lend a hand. For years, we have worked with families, helping them through difficult times. Call 540347-3431, and we’re happy to lend a hand. "At every step the child should be allowed to meet the real experiences of life, the thorns should never be plucked from his roses. ” -Ellen Key "The Home of Thoughtful Service" 1 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA v 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 | Wayne English, General Manager p POUND FUNERAL HOME) Family Owned & Operated Scott Found, Mgr. 540-825-3530 850 Sperryville Pike Culpeper, VA 22701 Thornton Slater. Services were held at Trinity Episcopal Church in Upperville on Friday, Oct. 6 with interment at Ivy Hill Cemetery, Upperville. Expressions of sympathy and memorial donations may be made in loving memory of Katharine G. Slater to the Upperville Volunteer Fire Department, the Middleburg Rescue Squad and the Marshall Rescue Squad. Charles Wilson Sr. Surgeon, Chef Dr. Charles A. Wilson Sr. died Wednesday, Oct. 4 in Arapahoe, N.C. In June, there was a celebration of his 80th birthday with a family reunion, reveling in the accomplishments of a long and varied life. On his own from age 16, Charles Wilson Sr. was drafted into the Army in 1940 and served in the Army Air Corps Medical Service in the European theater. After the war, he completed his pharmacy degree and worked toward his goal to become a physician. In Tallahassee, Fla, he established a successful practice as a plastic surgeon, specializing in burn and reconstructive x surgery and indulged in his lifelong interest in sailing. After several years < sailing to distant shores Dr. Wilson pursued a second consuming interest in cdokinsr. Purchasing property in Rappahannock County, he opened and ran a successful Bed and Breakfast Inn, Thistle Hill and catering service. Illness and a desire to return to his love of fishing resulted in the closing of the business and relocation to North Carolina. There, in his home on the banks of the Neuse River, he enjoyed his final days. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. at Clore-English Funeral Home with interment in Culpeper National Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW'Post 2524 and AM. Legion 300. He is survived by his wife, Marianne Wilson of Arapahoe, N.C. and his seven children, John Wilson of Clarksburg, Maine, Darlene Wilson Dehart of North Hero, Vt., Roger Wilson of Amarillo, Texas, Arthur Wilson of Palatka, Fla, Mary Wilson Moffatt of Orlando, Fla., Thomas Wilson of St. Augustine, Fla. and Chris Wilson of Jacksonville, Fla. Also surviving are four brothers, William Wilson of Dushore, Pa., Louis Wilson of Panama City, Fla., David Wilson of Orlando, Fla. and Ja;n» ' Wilson of California; one . :ster, Mary Wilson McGintley of Schenectsville, Pa.; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, Jack Wilson and Donald Wilson. Thomas Jenkins Manassas resident Thomas Charles Jenkins, 58, of Manassas died Thursday, Oct. 5 at Hospice of Northern Virginia. Mr. Jenkins was the owner of T&C Auto Upholstery in Manassas for the past 11 years. He was also a member of the Arlington Moose Lodge #1315 for the past 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Bonnie Jenkins of Manassas; three children, Charles E. Jenkins of Amissville, Tonya Jenkins of and Christina Jenkins, both of Manassas; one brother, Melvin Jenkins of Manassas; four sisters, Alberta Fitzgerald of Fairfax, Dottie Rinker of Manassas, Debbie Goodwin of Vienna and Kay Revis of Manassas Park and seven grandchildren. Fiv'eral services were held on Saturday, Oct. 7 at Lee Funeral Home in Manassas. Interment followed at National Memorial Park in Falls Church. Only $4.60per week for a 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline October 23 AUTO DETAIL Milton Russell Auto Detail Service, Upholstery Cleaning Car Wash, Wax Fax 540-937-6200 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR RIVERSIDE AUTO SERVICE Quality Auto Body Repairs Mechanical Repairs Towing Service State Inspection Sperryville (540) 987-8264 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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 • Refintshing • Restorations • Reproductions 540-987-8443 Chimney Sweeping Relining 0OL ;Vnfi'niV Seuticc Fully Insured 16 Tfuvt* Zx^t/tUmee Bruce Vierling (540) 675-3508 CARPET EARLY’S CARPET. INC. The One-Stop Shop tor complete Home Decorating Service Floor Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper • Slip Covers & Upholstery Raaldantial A Commercial Rt 211 AmissvtHe, VA 937-5500 CLEANING Picture Perfect Cleaning Residential Bonded & Insured 540-854-0751 “We Don't Lemv Til ¥ CONSTRUCTION Joseph F. Keyser Construction, Inc. Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 T.G. TAYLOR ] CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KRF.YI.IXG CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 Interior trim • Wood working ‘Built-in cabinets • Remodeling/ New construction New River Homes 25 yrs. experience Class A Lie. • Insured 540-675 2255 540-351-7027 pager Pfc.E. MKYEBSl ■ SONS Custom Homes, •additions, • < renovations Class A Contractor ,540-547-2883, Winfield Construction New Construction Major Renovations Class A License (540) 937-5079 CONSTRUCTION Custom Building, New Homes, Barns, Garages, Additions & Historic Renovations Fiee-Estimates-Call DAVE’S CONTRACTING, INC. 540-987-3325 CPA . MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Service CPA Finn Washington, Virginia (540) 675-2043 Driveway R-N-J Paving Come lots, grading, stone, sealings Free Estimates 651-0358 888-465*0358 Toll Free ENGINE REPAIR William’s Small Engine Repair AUineofseMcefartarm ecuxnot lawn movers, rotates, wed eaters, chan saws & factors 540-675-2330 EXCAVATING Keys Excavating ponk'driMmys dealing •landscaping mow removal *busiihogglig We otter quality work with years of experience. 540-987-9259 _ Vest's Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Truck Hauling, Ditch Digging, Culverts, Mowing, Bushhogging & Driveway Grading, Fence Paindng 675-1117 Furniture Restoration Rappahannock IFurniti rk Restoration! 540-937-6211 Fax: 540-937-7230 ENVIRONMENTAL PIEDMONT ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY - 12717 Lee Highway Washington, VA 22747L W Phone: 540-987-9441 Fax: 540-987-9443 E-mail: pec@crosslink.net 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 i EXCAVATING DAVE’S CONTRACTING, INC. Backhoe & Loader Sendees, Lawn & Landscaping Installations, Hauling and Snow Removal Free Estimates-540-987-3325 BROWN’S EXCAVATING 7 Quann Lane, Chester Gap, VA 22623 (540)635-7273 sg£Kd & Service lrucK Mowing Water, Utility, Gravel, Sand. Dirt Landscaping Drains Lines Topsoil & Mulch Snow Removal Footers & Hauling I Culverts Driveways NO JOB TOO SMALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES CAUL TODD BROWN FENCING FENCING High Tensile. Barb Wire, - American Wire, Chain Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail Privacy fencing Aniltbk 41m Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager 399-2588 MASONRY Don Corbin MASONRY Brick & Stony Restoration Patios, etc. (540) 547*3452 PAINTING Specialty Paint & Spackle Viiivl Siding Interior & Exterior Painring hull Service Experienced Gina Johnson 540-923-4652 PIANOS PIANO SERVICE 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 Mnrety-Tluxty8»mto8pjn. FrktySamty8fLm.to9pm Surety 8 am to 3 pm 675-1066 Take out Available STORAGE SPERRYVILLE STORAGE CO. Safe Handy Storage Kc»ldca1lal fiHaaacrdal Reasonable Rates 540/987-8507 Rl. !«•*. on I S. til SPERRYVILLE. VA TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONE TV & 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 Warrantor 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 TUTOR • Study Skills Organization & time management • SSAT prep WHITE HOUSE TUTORING SERVl ,* licensed Teacher f * Professional Tutor in W.D.C. Area >* C«H 675-1753 for rates & scheduling. Sliding scale options. Take the pressure out of your family life! WATER TREATMENT WATER RIGHT Water Problems? Have your water tested in your home for PH (green stains), Hardness, Iron, Rust, Stains, etc. Correct any of these problems with WATER RIGHT Treatment System Call for more information Pullen's Electric & Plumbing Also: Pumps & Waterheaters, in stock installation Class A Certified 540-675-3249

INDEX Rental* 001. Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condo 022. Rentals - House 033. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 044. Rentals - Mobile Home 055. Rentals - Room 066. Rentals - Shared Housing/Roommates 077. Rentals - Townhouse 080. Rentals - Office 085. Property Management 088. Rentals - Wanted 089. Hunting Properties Vacation Place* 090. Vacation - Rent 095. Vacation - Sale 099. Vacation - Wanted Residential Sale* 100. For Sale By Owner 111. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 135. Real Estate For Sale 144. Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Town houses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Real Estate 180. Commercial - Rent 188. Commercial - Sale 190. Real Estate Wanted . 193. Real Estate Services 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment 222. Farm Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 233. Estate Sales 236. Hay, Straw & Feed 240. Horses 244. Jewelry 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 254. Building Materials 256. Miscellaneous For Sale 260. Miscellaneous For Rent 261. Miscellaneous Wanted 262. Musical Instruments/Equipment 266. Office Furniture & Equipment 270. Penny-Pinchers 273. Pets 274. Pet Supplies/Service Please refer to category you wish to use 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 284. Firearms 286. Seasonal Sales Frso Merchandise '290. Found 294. Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 381, Career Education 383. Health & Beauty 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneous Services 395. Services Wanted Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes i^y.1 Notices 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals 492. Public Notices Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590. Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600. Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630. Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640. Motorcycles 645 Off-Road/Unlicensed 650. Parts/Accessories 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. 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Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20176-3013 In Person: Stop by our offices located at: Loudoun Times-Mirror 9 East Market St., Leesburg, Virginia Eastern Loudoun Times 101 East Holly Ave., Suite 7 Sterling, Virginia' Fairfax County Office 1760 Heston Parkway, Suite 411 Heston, Virginia Fauquier Times-Democrat 39 Culpeper St., Warrenton, Virginia Clarke Times-Courier IS West Main St., Berryvllle, Virginia Rappahannock News Rappahannock News Building Washington, Virginia VtfiJJkwi Employment Classified 4:00 p.m. Monday Public/Legal Notices 5:00 p.m. Friday General Classified 6:00 p.m. Monday Your Community Directory 12 Noon Friday Horse & Farm Directory 1:00 p.m. Monday t=* All real estate advertising herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations, or discrimination. Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline tor that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper, tf it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability tor 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 servK We Accept Rentals J FURNISHED, 2BR apt. in quiet co. home, fresh linens, suitable fori or 2. Util incl. priv. entran/drive.540-364-3348 SPERRYVILLE area: 1BR, kitchen, LR, BA, F porch, no pets. Refs. & Sec. req. $375/ month. Call (540),987-8789. Rentals OPAL, VA 3 BR 2BA full bsmt, 1+ ac w/ Blue Ridge mtn views. $1,100/mo, 1st, last & security. Refs req. No indoor pets. Avail. 10/1. 1-800-662-6641 (D) (540)229-7475 (E) BATTLETOWN HUNT CLUB of Clarke Co., Va seeks land for the purpose of hunting and game mgmt. Sm number of people involved, lease negotiable. 540837-2403 Larry; tv msg. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1 Vt yr old rambler, lots of upgrades, FP, $125,900, Culpeper. 540-7278374 3 BR ON % ac +, FP, garage, ele heat, wrap/ deck, remodeled, near Luray Caverns $62,000. 540-778-5323 CHILD CARE CENTER FOR LEASE Building & Equipment Fauquier County/ Vint Hill Please respond with qualifications to: VHEOA P.O. BOX 861617 WARRENTON, VA 20187 540.347.6965 r—— ; . 208 Auction* AUCTION Blue Grass, Virginia 260-acre Farm November 4, 2000 at 12:00 noon VISIT US AT: www.walker-inc.com WALKER Commercial Services, Inc. 316 S. Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24011 Ph: (540) 344-6160 VAAF#549 VWAAF31193 Oarage/ Yard Sale V- ■ ■■ iMi HUGE YARD SALE o assorted antiqs & col lectibles, Oct. 14 & 1! @ Glen Eyre Farm, : mi up Harris Hollow Rd (Rt 622), Washington Va. 10am-5pm. In cast of ram, sale postponer to following wknd. 540 675-3328 MOVING SALE- Sat 10/14, 9-1PM. Elec generator, chainsaw lawn mower, turn microwave, garder cart, tools, Toldint ladder,TV, canoe 211 to 645 to Hack ley's Mill to Rappa hanock Lakes, 301 Pine Dr. Amosville WASHINGTON, 10/14, 8 3 2 Fam Moving/yard Plumbers La off 211 Between Massies Cor ner & Lib. Lots of stuff 236 ^.^ Hay Straw ft HAY - FILL up your bam, horse quality hay at a discount, delivered from field. Pasture board for horses 540-937-5160 NEW STEEL BUILDING in Crate 40X30 was $7,212 now $3,890 Must sell!!!!! 1-800-2920111. WANTED BOXWOOD CUTTINGS. We trim and pay you for the cuttings. Write or call Highlander & Sons, P.O. Box 272, Gordonsville, VA 22942 Phone, 540832-2175 Fax, 540-8322245. CHESAPEAKE BAY RETRIEVER puppies. 2 AKC males, 10 weeks old, all shots, swimming & gun broke. Top field trial lines. $500 ea. 540364-2929 GERMAN SHORT HAIR pointer pups, 4 wks, with papers, white/liver. 703-754-8406 r > 290 Found v _) FOUND, SMALL young male dog. brown & black brindle, Greenwich area, 703-2045509 r. > .' 1 294 OfvMwayt . v. ■ ■ J FREE FIREPLACE INSERT woodstove. You haul. Morrisville area. 540-439-9446 FREE HORSE MANURE. aged, great for gardening, minutes from Warrenton, you-haul. 540349-8777. FREE KITTENS, 7 wks , 2 black, 5 black w/ beautiful white markings, very loving, m/f. 540-349-0990 FREE NEUTERED, male, young, friendly, and affectionate gray tabby cat. Tested & vacc. Needs good home. 540-351-0973 KITTENS- CUTE as can be, great mousers! Need good home: 540349-4020. KITTENS FREE 3 tabby & 1 black. 6 weeks old. 540-347-5473 r- v ^ 298 Lost : . J MALE JACK RUSSELL/ Terrier-Mix. blk./ white/ brown, Short haired; bobbed tail; no collar; 25 lbs; not fixed; beloved pet; $2,000 reward 540-364-1895. STAY AT HOME mom has 2 PT openings for childcare (no infants please) state lie. pending. 540-937-3647. CADILLIAC SEDAN DEVILLE 1985. fully loaded. $1500. e-mail fourpaws95 @ aol.com or call 540-439-2260 CAMARO 1990 RS coupe, v-8, auto, ac, PS, PB, PL, tilt, cruise, CD, T-bar roof, $4000. 540-347-1368 INFINIT1 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. WINNEBAGO RIALTA ‘97. Exc. cond., 13,800 mis awning, generator, rear bed, fully equip. 540-349-1239 r~--—-s 640 Metoreyelee V__J YAMAHA, 88 Radian. YX600, 13K miles, very food condition. 1,895/OBO. 703-5251088 evenings, leave message 650 w Accessories V- -/ 4 - 16F Goodrich All Terrain 31X 10.5. 4 - American Racing Rims, aluminum, fits 4 WD S10 $450. Call 540825-2854 after 5 pm. 665 Sport Utility Vehicle DAIHATSU ROCKY 91, 2 dr, 4x4, ac, 5 sp, 90K mis, good cond. great comm/ student $4000/ BO. 540-349-0992 — 670 Trailers V_') '99 Trail-Fllte, 4 x8' bed, 2000 lb cap. allsteel const , tires B78-13ST, ok-hwy. spds. Used little $750 540-351-0282 CHEVY CHEYENNE ‘81 PU, 1 onr, runs great, good body, 8'bed, 123K orig mis., $2000/OBO 703-534-4599. DODGE DAKOTA ‘9239 lit, V6, 72 K, AC, long bed, new tires, hail damage. $3900 540937-5397. DODGE DAKOTA ‘923.9 lit, V6, 72 K, AC, long bed, new tires, hail damage. $3900 540937-5397. CASHIER/ STOCK CLERK Full & Part-Time Benefits Competitive Wages Inquirer at Eagle Shell 307 Broadview Ave. Warrenton EXOTIC DANCERS wanted for newly remodeled Huddle Club. Good money. 304-728-7043 or 304-263-9720 GRAPHIC DESIGNER Part-time, Flexible hours, must know Quark Express, Photoshop and Front Page. Salary commensurate with experience. 540-364-6200 HOUSEKEEPING position Part-time, $10/hour, honesty & reliability a must. 540-349-4020 ask for Shirley LIVE-IN CARE GIVER/AIDE For elderly lady. Room plus salary. Good references required. Amissville area. Call 540-937-5422 or 540-439-3366 Murray Biscuit Company has available an Independent Distributor DSD Cookie Route based in Manassas, Culpeper, and Warrenton. Route offers outstanding • sales growth and income potential for an aggressive route sales person. Contact Joe at (804) 360-4422 for an appointment. Old Town Cafe is now accepting applications for Wait staff and Kitchen Staff. 540-222-4512 540-341-2101 540-341-4147 OPENINGS FOfT EXPERIENCED ELECTRICIANS & APPRENTICES Must have HS diploma, good driving record & transportation. Call Powers Electric 540-547-2489 SECRETARY Established firm seeking legal secretary. Litigation experience preferred. Health & retirement benefits. Send resume to: JEC-337133 P.O. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20188 SECURITY OFFICER Richmond Security is hiring immediately tor the position ot Security Ofticer for sites in Culpeper. PT/3rd shift. For info call: 800-821 -0581 Retirees encouraged to apply. TRUCK DRIVER Discover the road to success m just 4 weeks. LEARN TO DRIVE TRUCK Road Pro Comm.l Truck Training 540-636-9397 Woman & couples encouraged to apply WRITER/PR CONSULTANT Creative writing of all kinds. Part-time/Fulltime. Former PR Exec/Lobbist/ Fundraiser. Call Carl 540-592-3646 CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 FAX 540-349-8676 The Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office i* now accepting applications for the following position of Deputy She riff!Jailer Applications may be obtained in person from the Sheriff s Office Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Applications must be completed & returned to the Sheriff s Office prior to October 20, 2000. Rappahannock County Sheriff s Office P.O. Box 487 Washington. VA 22747 (540) 675-3331 An Equal Opportunity Employer Bids & Proposal* u ..' • '. ■ ' ■" ' > Invitation for Bids: Fencing for Ballfields The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors is soliciting bids to provide and install fencing for the new softball and baseball fields located adjacent to the Rappahannock County Elementary School. The successful bidder shall comply with the terms contained in the Invitation for Bids issued by the Board of Supervisors. Copies of the complete IFB and the General Terms and Conditions are available from the office listed below. No prequalification is required for this contract. All bids must be received at the County Administrator's Office, Old Extension Office. 290 Gay Street, P.O. Box 519, Washington, VA 22747 by Friday, October 13, 2000, by 4:00 PM., at which time they will be opened and publicly read. The terms of Competitive Sealed Bidding as set forth in the Virginia Public Procurement Act shall apply. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. BY ORDER OF: John W. McCarthy County Administrator 10-4,10-11-00 #339650 UHHril Notices - ....-...'•.——. ..—eS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 ot the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SU #00-09-08 Joseph P Slattery, owner of 20.5840 acres (Tax Map 32A-3, Parcel 1, zoned RR, Rural Residential, in Jackson District) known as 14667 Lee Highway, Amissville, desires a Special Use permit to construct a 24-ft. by 24-ft. two-story family apartment/garage for his step-daughter Use allowed under Section 170-36(A) of the Rappahannock County Code; additional standards in Section 170-62(G) of the Code No applicant or other party in interest, and no attorney for an applicant or party in interest, shall initiate a contact with a member of the BZA for the purpose of conducting a private discussion, in person or by telephone, concerning the merits of any application appeal, or other matter pending before the BZA. No member of the BZA shall participate in any such private discussion. Site visits or similar contacts initiated by BZA members shall not constitute such ex parte contacts. A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and, is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday October 18, 2000 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse in Washington for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, c/o PO Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof BY John W McCarthy Zoning Administrator 10-4, 10-11-00 #338899 ASSOCIATES TO HELP WITH REMODELING Temporary to possible permanent Monday - Friday 7am-4pm shift 9am-6pm shift Apply in person: KMart Warrenton, VA 540-341-0030 ask for personnel u II MARRIOTT RANCH has the following job opportunity: BANQUET CAPTAIN FULL-TIME Experienced in all phases of food and beverage operation set-up and breakdown. Responsibilities include site inspections, training part-time catering staff, alcohol dispensing and more. Must be available to work evenings and weekends. For interview call Debbie Johnston Business Manager at 540-364-2627 Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm &\Atarno!t, MARRIOTT RANCH 5305 Marriott Lane Hume, VA 22639 EOE M/F/D/V 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 1.3 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 ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment Services, Inc. (An Authorized Concessionaire of the National Park Service) FALL IS HERE!*!! - Come earn some cool cash for school or Christmas during the peak season in Shenandoah National Park • WE HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS at Panorama Restaurant and Elkwallow Wayside in Shenandoah National Park. FULL & PART-TIME AVAILABLE Cashiers Grill Cooks Dishwashers Servers Bus/Set Up WE OFFER: e Competitive Wages e Bonus Program e Health & Life Insurance Program Please call for application forms and to set up an interview 800-999-4714 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER EOE/M/F/D/V

DRIVERS LINEHAUL DRIVERS Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is seeking qualified linehaul drivers. Candidates should be at least 22 years of age with a rfiinimum of 12 months experience. Applicants should have a clean accident and driving record, meet DOT and company requirements (including drug test) and furnish a Motor Vehicle Report (current within 30 days). Must possess a commercial Driver’s License with Hazmat and doubles endorsements. Old Dominion is an equal opportunity employer. Send resume to or apply at 703-368-1960 Old Dominion Freight Lines 7937 Gainsford Ct Bristow, VA 20136 ARBY’S is now hiring MANAGERS for the Warrenton area. Arby’s offers: ^ Competitive Pay < Benefits ^ Training ^ < We are a large and growing franchise with excellent advancement opportunities. Contact: Ted Hoffman Sybra Inc. 2909 Windmill Rd. Sinking Spring, PA 19608 610-670-5999 or fax 610-670-5955 Warrenton location 540-349-2012 |;iFamily Preservation ii: Services, Inc. 'Specializing in community based services is seeking qualified professionals tP coordinate and deliver program services in Fauquier and Culpeper Counties. family Counselor: Conduct clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, provide family counseling frnd collaborate with involved agencies. Master’s preferred Bachelor in mental health field with experience required. Salary §32 K -$40K. iVlentor/Behavior Specialist: Develop therapeutic working relationships ,\yith a t risk youth, provide positive roleinodeling and supportive skills building interventions. BA/BS preferred AA with experience required. Salary up to $26K Please Fax Resumes to: 540-948-3163 ; OASIS CD & CASSETTE DUPLICATION I '"Oasis CD & Cassette Duplication is one of jthe nation's leading providers of CD replication for musicians, record labels, and 1software developers. Located in scenic Flint Hill (Rappahannock County), Oasis [offers an informal but extremely fast-paced -office environment. Oasis’ growth rate and •future prospects are excellent. • Graphic Design/Typesetting Positions ^Typeset CD covers from materials and copy provided by clients. Must have excellent organizational and customer-service abilities; good spelling or obsession with .spell checking; complete, current knowledge of Quark, Photoshop and other -graphics programs. Sales and Project-Management ■ Positions ’Must have excellent people skills, an extremely good attitude, pleasant phone 'planner and ability to organize, schedule, J*hd follow up. r. «; Accounts Payable Person V Minimum 1 year experience, Associate of Accounting degree helpful but not necesis£ry. Position requires excellent organiza-tional and fact-checking skills. Position will be bonded. ■All three types of positions require customer contact, so an eagerness to delight 'ihe customer is also necessary. <* Please e-mail resume, salary history, And salary requirements to: lbinploveesearcheoa8i8cd.com. or fax to: 540/675-2500. 'Please no phone calls. EOE WAREHOUSE/PRODUCTION Heritage Hardwoods is NOW HIRING for in it's Marshall, VA, Hardwood Lumber A Moulding Mill. Positions available: • • CDL Driver • • Warehouse Man • • Machine Operators (wood working) All positions are full-time and have competitive salary, paid vacation and holidays, health/dental insurance and profit sharing. Apply in person: 4227 Whiting Rd Marshall, VA 800-222-3512 Great opportunity for anyone with production wood working experience. AIRLIE CONFERENCE CENTER Full & Part Time Positions Day & Evening Shifts ★ BANQUET SERVERS ★ HOUSEKEEPERS/ DAY & EVENINGS ★ CONFERENCE ROOM SET-UP MANAGER ★ BARTENDERS ★ DISHWASHERS ★ PREP COOK ★ BUILDING & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE Competitive Wage, Benefit Package including Health, Dental & 401k Apply in person 6809AiriieRcl.# Wamenton, VA. No phone calls please RAPPAHANNOCK WATERSHED COORDINATOR Temporary Full-time or Part-time Employment 30-40 hours/week Minimum B.S. degree in environmental, or related studies or demonstrate from a combination of education and experience the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties as required. Must possess strong communication skills, both oral and written. Facilitates work group meetings, provides administrative and technical support to Council and work groups, works closely with -the Watershed Manager, local elected officials, plans annual conference, coordinates volunteer projects, develops and disseminates educational material. Grant writing experience talary range: ence" 4•48/hour■ depending on experiCall 540-825-8591 E-mail: sharon-roqers@va.nacdnet.ora VA State application required. Resume recommended. Closing date: October 28, 2000 Got a flair for design? The Times Community Newspapers, an aggressive chain of Northern Virainia weeklies, is looking' for QuarkXPress proficient paginators on its production team. Applicants must be team players able to handle multiple assignments on deadline. Knowledge of Photoshop, Freehand or Illustrator a plus; those with PageMaker skills will be considered. Jump into joint the challenging, fast paced, constantly changing career of newspaper design! Competitive salary, benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume and clips to: Dana Baker Times Community Newspapers P.O. Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20178 FAX: 703-771-0051 email resumes as.PDF attachment to: dbaker@timespapres.com (Times B— Northern Virginia EOE ★ SALES ★ ★ DRIVERS ★ CDL Class A preferred ★ No Overnights ★ MERCHANDISERS ★ NEED A CAREER CHANGE? Are you tired of the commute? Would you like to work closer to home? Would you like to work for a solid, secure company? Then the Pepsi team is looking for a few bright, hard working individuals to work in our warehouse. benefits include: > Hospitalization • Medical and Dental Insurance • Disability Insurance • Life Insurance ;• 401(k) • Bonus Pay Evaluations • Uniforms Furnished !• Six Paid Holidays • Promotions from Within > Vacation (Start 1 week, top 4 weeks) • Perfect Attendance Bonus • • Good Incentive Programs JOIN THE PEPSI TEAM i ROUTE 29-211 NORTH, WARRENTON, VIRGINIA 540-347-3112 APPLY IN PERSON • • • WALK-INS WELCOME EOE It All Boils Down To IMMEDIATE OPENINGS All shifts • Flexible Scheduling • Performance Reviews • Advancement Opportunities • Meal Discounts • Free Uniforms DO NOT CALL-Apply in person Warrenton Wendy’s 2:00 p.m.-4KM) p.m. only Long Term Care: HOUSEKEEPER 7AM*3:30 PM FT/PT PREP ASST/ RELIEF COOK Days & Eves DISHWASHER-FT DINING ROOM AIDE Great Part Time Job! Days or Evenings e Birmingham Green offers: e Up to 23 days leave/ yr. e Extended Sick Leave e Virginia Retirement System e Low Cost Health Insurance e Life & Dental Insurance e Tuition Assistance e $$PT No Benefits Option$$ e Weekend Differential Please apply in person to: Birmingham Green 8605 Centreville Road Manassas, VA 20110 Or call 257-0935. Ext. 301 for an application, or Ext. 246 for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer _New Hires Must Pass Drug Test_ ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE If you are a results-oriented sales professional, energetic and out-going with a minimum of 1-year advertising experience, we have the career you”ve been waiting for. We have territories open in Herndon, Fairfax, Leesburg ana Prince William County. Competitive benefits package plus lucrative earnings potential. Please fax resume & salary history to: Jodie Musgrove Director of Sales & Marketing Times Community Newspapers FAX: 703-771-0036 Email: j musgrove@timespapers.com States NOMTMINM VIHOlNI* EOE HR ADMINISTRATOR Times Community Newspapers is looking for a knowledgeable HR Administratin. Duties include administration of benefits packages, insurance claims, 401K plan, employment compensation, Internal Investigations and Diversity issues. Computer skills and experience w/HR and PR systems is a plus but will train. We offer an excellent benefit package which includes a 401K Plan. E-mail or Fax Cover Letter and Resume with salary requirements to: 703-478-6691 lschilling@timespapers.com (Times |Community Nevvspapersj| NORTHERN VIRGINIA EOE HOUSEKEEPER Seeking housekeeper and companion for delightful active older lady, 5 days a week Light housekeeping, light cooking, local driving. Must love dogs and be dependable. Non-smoker. References. This is a permanent position in Middleburg area for the right person. Please reply in confidence to: Box CLG-340213 c/o The Loudoun Times-Mirror 9 East Market St. Leesburg, VA 20176 NEWSPAPER PACKAGING CENTER PT, fast paced, friendly environment. Must be able to lift over 30 pounds. Apply in person to: Gail Carter The Fauquier Times Democrat 39 Culpeper St. Warrenton, VA 540-347-4222 between 8 am & 6 pm Construction CUSTOMER SERVICE TECHNICIAN “BUILD A CAREER WITH AN INDUSTRY LEADERTOLL BROTHERS, INC., the nations leading builder of luxury homes, is looking to hire a Customer Service Technician for pre & post settlement work for our community in the Dulles, VA area. Must have exp., own transportation, & tools. Position requires Interaction w/home owners. Send re sume to Attn: Belmont Warranty Mnger at 21630 Ridgetop Cir., Ste 130 Dulles, VA 20166. 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 1.3 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 HR ADMINISTRATOR Times Community Newspapers is looking for a knowledgeable HR Administratin. Duties include administration of benefits packages, insurance claims, 40IK plan, employment compensation, Internal Investigations and Diversity issues. Computer skills and experience w/HR and PR systems is a plus but will train. We offer an excellent benefit package which includes a 401K Plan. E-mail or Fax Cover Letter and Resume with salary requirements to: 703-478-6691 Ischilling@timespapers.com (Times NORTHERN VIRGINIA EOE Good. ASSISTANT MANAGERS Earn $24, (MM) - $27,000 annually! We are hiring for our Haymarket, Bealeton and Warrenton locations. Don't miss this opportunity! Clean. Ditch the fryers and small workspaces! Sheetz food service and cashier areas have a roomy, contemporary feel. You'll be comfortable in the new, clean atmosphere — inside and out! No cheesy uniforms. How do you look in black pants and a polo shirt? Think about it... The ideal Sheetz employee is a good communicator who lakes pride in his/her appearance and values every customer. Fun. You'll have fun knowing that you're doing well in your career. Sheetz is very generous ... our pay scales, advancement opportunities and benefits plan are second to none. Our team members get what they need and that's why they stay with us! We offer: a Great flexibility with scheduling ■ Overtime pay for seven holidays ■ Bonus programs ■ Tuition reimbursement • Paid vacations and personal days a Excellent 401 k program a Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance, a Dental Plan a Short and Long Term Disability 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! RAPPAHANNOCK WATERSHED COORDINATOR Temporary Full-time or Part-time Employment 30-40 hours/week Minimum B.S. degree in environmental, or related studies or demonstrate from a combination of education and experience the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties as required. Must possess strong communication skills, both oral and written. Facilitates work group meetings, provides administrative and technical support to Council and work groups, works closely with -the Watershed Manager, local elected officials, plans annual conference, coordinates volunteer projects, develops and disseminates educational material. Grant writing experience helpful. talary range: 13 - $1C48/hour, depending on experiCall 540-825-8591 E-mail: sharon-roqers® va. nacdnet.org VA State application required. Resume recommended. Closing date: October 28, 2000 HEALTHCARE 0 Fkiquier Hospital Bring Your Future To Our Community Nursing ♦ Cert. Nursing Asst. - FT ♦ Unit Secretary -FT ♦ OR Technician -FT ♦ m - ft/pt Housekeeping ♦ Aide - FT/PT Store Room ♦ Techniclan-FT Laboratory ♦ Philebotomist - FT ♦ Clinical Lab Assistant - FT Health Ir\fo Management ♦ Clerk -PT Maintenance ♦ Mechanic -FT Radiology ♦ Clerk Typist - FT Send Resumes to: Human Resources Department The Fauquier Hospital 500 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 540-347-2550 Fax: 540-341-0823 bennettr@Fauquierhospital.org BOE ^jriiiiT Trans. Construction Inspector, Sr. (Engineering Tech III) $33,811 • $58,066 Loudoun Construction Position #’« 08225. 07fifi0 Team Leader responsible for monitoring work of construction contractors to ensure quality control & contract compliance on varied roadway projects. May be assigned to the Ixrudoun Residency or the District office for admin duties. Req’s considerable inspection experience & knowledge of hwy construction operations & activities. Fairfax Residency Position «’s 1 707fi/ 19221 Direct & oversee team of inspectors and/or consultants to ensure utility adjustments/ relocation work accomplished in compliance w/ utility & construction project [dans. Req.’s considerable knowledge & experience in hwy construction & utility construction/ relocation methods, practices & procedures. All of the above positions require experience interpreting plans/ contracts; supervising & training; maintaining & reviewing project documentation; & communication orally & in writing. Req’d to work during emergency situations & may be req'd to work shifts & overtime. Requires a valid driver’s license*; must be able to obtain CDL w/ in 6 months of hire. Pre-employment physical w/ drug scrren & DMV check will be conducted. All positions are in Pay Band 4 > Salary is negotiable based on training & experience. Applicants may be considered for Trans Construction lns[X'Ctor (Kngineering Tech 11) |x»itions if pool insufficient to fill at Trans Construction Inspector, Sr, (Engineering Tech III) level. To obtain complete iob announcements & an application form, call (703) 383-2520 or visit our web site at www.dhnn stale va ns Hearing impaired, call 1-800828-1120. Applications are req’d & must be received by 5 p.m. on 10/27/00 at VDOT HR. 3975 Fair Ridge Dr.. Fairfax, Va. 22033. F.F.O M/F/D

Gardening tips By Kenner P. Love Extension Agent, ANR Crop & Soil Sciences The following are October gardening tips from the Rappahannock Extension Office. • You can reduce the number of pests on fruit trees next year by picking up and destroying all fallen fruit, branches, and leaves. Worms and other pests feed on this fruit, overwinter in the soil, and emerge in the spring to lay eggs and start the cycle all over again. • Many of the late maturing apple varieties, such as Winesap, Yellow Newton, Rome Beauty, and Northern Spy, are best for storage. They can be stored outdoors in insulated boxes, straw lined pits, or buried containers. As long as outdoor temperatures are above ten degrees Fahrenheit, they should not freeze. They will, however, last longer and taste better if kept in plastic bags or in plastic-lined, cardboard boxes in a fruit cellar. Cardboard boxes and plastic bags must be perforated to allow for air circulation. • Clean up home orchard and small fruit plantings. Sanitation is essential for good maintenance. Dried fruits or "mummies" carry disease organisms through the winter to attack next year’s crop. • A final weeding of your strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries will help keep weed problems down to a minimum. Start collecting fresh pine needles or clean straw to mulch strawberries after the ground has frozen. • Tomatoes need an average daily temperature of ‘65 degrees F or more for ripening. If daytime temperatures consistently are below this, pick the fruits that have begun to change color and bring them inside to ripen. If you are rescuing green tomatoes from a frost and plan to allow them' to finish ripening indoors, be sure to select fruits that have changed color from the darker green of immature tomatoes to the lighter color of. the mature green stage. If picked before this color break, the tomato will rot instead of ripen. You will be on the safe side if you wait for a hint of red to appear. Use underripe fruit for pickling. • Remove any diseased or insect infested plant material from your garden; it may harbor overwintering stages of disease and insect pests. If you leave this plant material in your garden, you are leaving diseases and insects that will begin to reproduce again next spring and add to next year's pest problem. • Many disease causing viruses overwinter in the roots of perennial weeds. Tomato mosaic virus overwinters in the roots of ground cherry, horsenettle, jimson weed, night shade, and bittersweet; cucumber mosaic virus lives in the roots of milkweed, catnip, and pokeweed; bean mosaic overwinters in white sweet clover roots; and many cabbage diseases spread from wild members of the cole family. So, for the aspect of disease control, it is evident that a good fall cleanup is essential. • Place a ripe apple in a closed container with green tomatoes to encourage the tomatoes to turn red. Ripe apples give off ethylene gas that causes tomatoes to ripen. • Plant trees at least six feet away from sidewalks and concrete pools, so growing roots do not crack the concrete. • October and November are generally considered the best months to plant trees and shrubs. Garden centers and nurseries usually stock a good selection of woody plants at this time of year. Select some accent plants for your landscape that will provide autumn colors. Trees that turn red include dogwood, red maple, sweet gum, and red or scarlet oak. Shrubs with red fall foliage include viburnum, winged euonymus, and barberry. • Light pruning of both needle and broadleaf evergreens is recommended in late fall to encourage a strong framework to help the plant overcome any snow damage. Remove any weak or crowded branches. • Pick bag worms from evergreen shrubs. This will eliminate the spring hatch from overwintered eggs. For additional information on gardening questions call the Extension Office at 6753619. Marriage License The following marriage license was issued recently at the Rappahannock Clerk's Office on Gay Street in Washington. James D. Feely, Seattle, Wash, and Celia A. Gainer, Seattle, Wash. Enjoy your work on Kubota Tractors Ideal For All Your Farm, Lawn & Garden Work. Stop In & Look It Over. You Will Never Get A Better Deal! Special While Supplies Last y t Only one 2000 model left 4 13,900 Tractor & Loader Kubota PULLEN S TRACTOR fit EQUIPMENT 15133 Rixeyville Road • Culpeper, VA 22701 540-829-0893 Pullen's Tractor Keeps Your Tractor Putting* f ;>fS] v>> Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Cal! 675-3338. Real Estate Directory I *■ - * • ' ' --- • " ",1" Real Estate ad deadline is 3 p.m. on Monday. 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 (540) 987-8146 M r Mew Design & Construction ^ Management Rappahannock Design ! Building Company# Ltd* !<*« _ - : "• * iff 0* Robert Etchells «l Washington, Virginia 540-675'1966 (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 $ - ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. Washington - Country living at its finest! The Contemporary style home is privately situated on 193 mostly wooded acres. The all stone 4,500 sq. ft. home offers many amenities including a gourmet kitchen, vaulted ceilings, 4 FPs, numerous large Pella windows, skylights, copper roof, deck & patio plus 20 acres of pasture, 3 streams, stocked pond & large outbuilding. $1,250,000 Flint Hill - Relax on the large deck or screened porch of this 3-level home & enjoy the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain views. Well proportioned rooms, 4 BRs, 3.5 BAs, hardwood fkx>rs, 2 FPs, numerous closets & 2-story entrance hall. 29 acres w/approx. 5 acres in pasture, stocked pond, tennis court &. beautiful stone walls. $689,900 Ben Venue Rd. - Charming older 9-room Farmhouse w/full length front porch anxiously awaits its new owner! 29 mostly open acres w/ponds, stone walls, large workshop, equipment &. storage buildings &. views! $349,000 A Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 _ »=* Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 EH. Just Listed — $129,500 Perfect Starter Home on two pretty, secluded acres on country' lane just off Castleton View Road. Comfortable two bedroom bungalow has exceptional closet space, a pantry, is extremely well insulated for low utility costs. Large laundry room has sink and a shower so it’s almost a second bath. Partial basement has great rec room possibilities. Nearly new roof. Two wtxxl stoves will keep you toast)' all winter. Opportunity' knocks & the price is right! Also Available, 50 wooded, rolling acres on Turkey Ridge Road, active stream and timbering prospects plus long road frontage make this worth a look at $189,500. Please call for a private appointment to view either of these properties. Grant Griffith 1-800-298-5280 Ext. 237 tfilPARDOE ERA'REAL ESTATE # r i Kimberly Love Loan Officer We Finance Country Living! Your dream home. That perfect piece of land. Some horses or livestock. Farms or farm equipment. I can help finance it all! RVRMCREDrPfc (540) 347r3344 (Warrenton) or 800-559-1016 Got bored kids? Visit our web site at www.timespapers.com for local events. Now is the time to see these 105 acres of rolling woodland with mountain views and river frontage. State road frontage, several building sites and Jeep trails throughout. 2 parcels sold as a whole. $339,000 1930s brick Craftsman home on 25 rolling pasture acres with pond and Blue Ridge views. 7 bedrooms, 4 baths. 9’ ceilings, oak floors and trim, fireplace. Rear deck with hot tub. Several outbuildings and workshop. Many extras. $699,000 Kevin Day, Real Estate 602 Zachary Taylor Highway P.O. Box 455, Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 540-675-3777 | EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY I r-. —- --- -- --.. .. Purchase before the coming revitalization of Sperryville — Federal Style building on 2 commercial lots backing up to the Thornton River. Perfect as a gracious home, B&B, restaurant, etc. Twelve rooms, 3 baths, walled terrace. PRICE REDUCED. $310,000 Babette S. Scully, Realtor® Armfield, Miller & Ripley INCORPORATED, REAL ESTATE (540) 687-6395 • Res. (540) 687-3323 [fer Lakeside Retreat Perfect for weekend getaway or Permanent Home Double lot (3/4 acre) Family room overlooks lake $123,900 Rappahannock Real Estate Resources, Inc. (formerly 'Hie Buyer’s Agency) 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel rji ^ Mary Boudreau butchz@summit.net ^ fengshui@tidalwave.net “The Heritage House” in historic Washington, VA. B&B is offered nearly fully furnished & including 2 adjoining buildings, one an art store; the other a 2 BR cottage to accommodate guest families or serve as hosts quarters. This facility includes 6 BRs/6 BAs, public rooms, nooks and crannies, i.e.: computer space, mini bar, butler area, decks, porches, garden with patio, etc. Call to see, by appointment only. $595,000 Custom Home designed to capture mountain views surrounding this open and spacious 3 BR one level home on 40 private acres. View to the east and south from the decks and tiled sunroom. Plenty of lightfilled rooms, 2 full baths, 2 car oversized garage, large family room and a gas fireplace. $400,000 Country Cape style home on 2.6 acres in charming village atmosphere. 3 BR, living room w/lovely stone Fireplace, large dining room, eat-in country kitchen, outbuildings. Huge trees & nice stream. $144,500 Cute Farmhouse on 2.75 acres. Original log cabin is; now covered and converted to kitchen and dining rm.' Five rooms downstairs w/two bedrooms up plus large; central sitting area. Nice mountain views. $159,900 ; 186 acres: $549,000 Real Kstate ill P. O. Box 298 • 291 Gay St. Washington, Virginia 22747 E-mail: rc3@crosslink.net 540-675-1373 Rick Kohler 540 0.47 (.146 Mitzic Young 540 675 5555 Amv Sluanc l imbers S40 98” 8()ft8