Rappahannock News, December 13, 2000

.<v2'749c*4 P LIBRARY of VIRGIN!a. W ■ aerials SEOTinw , 800-E BROAD ^WcHMOao VA 23219-1905 vv 'o vV YV.. »vr \\v ✓ v*4 r.O>v . G\<,V • j \G41^ < Sv j5 '*■'#*'**^Ais&f'" ; J» j~ I: 123rd Year... No. 48 Rappahannock County’s Family Newspaper $inc% IM7% | Phone (540) 675-3338 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2000 www.timescommunity.com 50 zS Rapp Briefs Winter Band Concert slated The Rappahannock Elementary, Middle and High School Bands will present their free Winter Concert at the Rappahannock High School auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 14. Special guest group, The Fredericksburg Renaissance i Brass, will open up the concert and will later accompany the Rappahannock Wind Ensemble with special selections. Everyone is invited to this premier musical event. i. RLEP directors to meet Dec. 18 The December board of directors meeting for RLEP, the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection will take i place Monday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. The meeting is open to the public. Advisory Council plans meeting The Special Education Advisory Council of Rappahannock County Public Schools will meet on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 3:30 p.m. at the high school. All interested persons are invited to attend. Call Sherry Hamill-Huff, Chair of the Advisory U Council at 675-3848 for details. Softball Clinics to begin in January All Rappahannock County girls in sixth through 12th grade who are interested in becoming fast pitch softball pitchers or catchers are invited to attend open clinic starting in January. Eight clinics will be held at the high school gym on Sundays beginning Jan. 7 at 12:30 p.m. There will be no cost for the instruction. Attendees should come dressed to play in the gym with tennis shoes and their ball gloves. For more details, call the high school Athletic Director Jon Smythe at 987-8575. Happenings in Rappahannock • Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m., the Washington Town Council will meet at the town hall. • There will be no December Planning Commission meeting. • There will be no December Sperryville Gateway meeting. ■ i emaa i la ai Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 *; (540) 675-3088 (fax) Winter silence Photo courtesy of Cynthia Stamps Winter begins Dec. 21 and this spectacular sunset seems even more beautiful as we approach the upcoming season. County School Board! selects new principal | ■ -lit by Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer After a rigorous and rapid recruitment effort by retiring Assistant Superintendent Mary Ann Biggs and incoming co-Assistant Superintendent Helen Williams and staff, the School Board had an opportunity to interview the two finalists Monday, and make their final selection at Tuesday's regular School Board meeting. The principal recruitment effort was put on a fast track because of Jack Raines recent appointment as co-Assistant Superintendent, and a successful attempt was made to identify and retain a candidate in time for the second semester of this school year. Mrs. Biggs noted that twentyfour applications for the position had been received and reviewed by a committee consisting of Mrs. Biggs and Mrs. Williams and five high school teachers, and eleven of those candidates were selected for a one hour interview. As a result of the preliminary interview process, four candidates were "short-listed" and rated by the committee, and two primary candidates were selected for interviews by the School Board. The School Board's interview process resulted in the selection of Mr. Joseph Perine of Ithaca, N.Y. Mr. Perine is presently the principal of a 7-12 school in upstate New York, and he was attracted to the Rappahannock County position because of his interest in "this kind community." Mrs. Biggs said thjd the selection committee contact*^ Mr. Perine's references, and additiojval referrals1 from the initial refei£ ences, and received super lati^J responses, including one from tfye local school teachers union who saia at "this is the best principal we’ve ever worked for. . ." ' S Subject to success in negotiating, an early withdrawal from his exists ing contract in Ithaca, Mr. Perine will be assuming his Rappahannock County High School Principal post* tion before the start of the second! semester in late January of 2001. ’ _ ^ Dr. Gangel encourages'*;] attendance at Education!! Resources meeting Superintendent Dr. David Gai promoted community attendance at i meeting to be held on the subject c.( state education funding on Dec. 19 at! 7:30 p.m. at the high school auditor!-! um. This meeting, sponsored tsy{ Virginia CARES, a coalition of schoqg superintendents, school board mens* bers, legislators, supervisors, counctf members, parents, and other intei£i ested citizens from around the StatgJ will focus on establishing a coalition] position and approach to improving the state funding formula for public schools. Coalition members believe X ♦ . US* See SCHOOL, Pag* .: • <4 Recipe for a #f ;v* ■ ->*4 Santa Claus, stained glass and Gene McCarthy ' .vfc.'*-* -K : ' «K-«i ,v'• i.’V 1 i w. ■M# 1 The Old Sperryville Bookshop will offer something special for everyone this weekend with a Christmas Open House featuring Santa Claus, the stained-glass artistry of Patricia Brennan, and the prose and poetry of Eugene McCarthy, who will be on hand to sign copies of his latest books. Santa Claus will make a special appearance at the bookshop on Main Street in the historic village of Sperryville on Saturday, from 11 a.m. until noon. Though he is very busy with final preparations for Christmas, he told bookshop owners Jim and Joan Gannon that he could stop by for one hour to read Christmas stories to children and lead them in singing Christmas carols. Children of all ages are invited to attend the Santa hour, and every child who comes will be given a free book. They will also have a chance to tell Santa their wishes for Christmas, and to see the bookshop's Christmas train in action. On Saturday afternoon, from 2 to' 4 p.m., Rappahannock artist Patricia Brennan will be at the bookshop for a "Meet the Artist" event featuring her colorful stained glass creations. Her work specializes in Celtic designs, custom etching and painting on glass, with items ranging from small accent pieces to full-sized windows. The artist will be available to talk about her techniques and the full range of her work, which includes custom-designed windows featuring family crests. The bookshop has on display a good sampling of her creations, including a beautiful window of swans upon a lake and another of an angel. On Sunday, from 3 to 5 p.m., former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Eugene McCarthy will be at the bookshop to sign and discuss his many works of prose and poetry. Photo courtesy of. ‘MEET THE ARTIST”: Patricia Brennan will be at the Old Sperryville Bookshop on Saturday,. Dtecf. One of Rappahannock County's most famous personalities, the former senator from Minnesota rose to national fame when he ran for president in 1968 as leader of the anti-Vietnam War movement and succeeded in convincing then President Lyndon Johnson not to seek re-election that year. That tumultuous political year is the focus of "1968: War & Democracy," a new edition of an earlier memoir by Senator McCarthy centered on the presidential campaign that rallied anti-war forces to his side. The writer will sign copies of that new book and another new work titled "Hard Years: Antidotes to Authoritarians," a collection of essays on politics and government in the 1960's and 1970's, years of war, protest, assassination, riot and Watergate. Besides these political works, the Bard of Woodville will sign his books of poetry and his recent whimsical work, "An American Bestiary," a cartoon catalog of political animals, as defined by McCarthy. The beasts pictured and defined in this catalog include such dreatufes a# ;*The Gobbledegook (which resides in seat* of government and feeds on pibljisyft lables and dangling participles) and The Staggering Deficit (which one* was as common as the sparrow but lately has gained unexpected* status as a rare species.Xi • 3{ The bookshop has extended it$ normal business hours and mil m open every day froa. 10 a.rn to 5 p until Christinas Eve. For more info** mation on tt^e,Open House events oj' td reserve copies of Senator McCarthy's books, call 987-8444. , \ r , ■ *G? *-•, v ■l HfV m*> ‘ i By Gerald Ochs y; a|IUpp«h*nnock News Writer For those who may have wondered just what "Maestro" means, Lorin Maazel defined it perfectly at a benefit for The Chateauville Foundation last Saturday evening in Castleton. According to The American College Dictionary, the word has two meanings: 1. An i eminent musician, composer, teacher, or conductor, 2, a master of any art;,v V Certainly Maestro Maazel is u more than adequate example of all, but his visual and aural ■ > v vV. ' . Vt’J ;'C definition was much, much more compelling. . The Saturday program, entitled "Brahma Revisited", featured Lorin Maazel in his violin virtuosity and the renowned Yefim Bronfman at the piano. This eminent duet played the three Brahms' Sonatas, and taught this enraptured listener just what music can be. The Maestro became one with his instrument and with the heart of Brahms, and simply carried away those who observed. Hia every movement, his every . w :l 4V It was exhilarating.. .it was breathtaking . it pulled at the strings of one’s emotions as the -Maestro plucked the strings of his instrument* By the fourth movement of the l$st Sonata (Sonata in D Minor, Opus 108), one was virtually transmuted, transported, andVansfixed. ~ Oh! As I said, and said again, this old rockand-rocker has been converted to Brahms and to the magic of the Maestro Lorin Maazel. ; - * 1 Unfortunately, it does not appear that The Chateauville Foundation will be presenting any additional benefit concerts this year, and those who did not have the good fortune to attend this concert must wait until next fall. Haht But... it does dawn on me that it may itfifrbe the end of *jj M 8 i '■ t V , ,t, v>1 ..II Him. '■ a.v See MAAZEL, Page AS ** 111. .11. ■ i

RCPS News • By Jan Make la [ Volunteer Coordinator Public Schools ! • Great news for this holi|day season is that the [Governor of the State of Virginia, The Honorable James Gilmore, will honor [RCES in the near future for its [outstanding accomplishment 'of achieving full accreditation •seven full years before the [deadline In a letter from [Governor Gilmore dated Nov. [13, he commended the stu'dentp, teachers and families of [RCES, and pointed to this [success as a matter of celebration and pride for our commuInity and our Commonwealth, i Copies of this letter were !sent to the families of RCES [students, but this is a success [for ail citizens of iRappahannock and something iof which we can all be very [proud. If you would like to see [a copy of the letter, please stop [by the RCES main office. ■ • Thanks to many of you, [the RCES PTO Poinsettia Sale [was a giant success. We made jmuch more this year than ever [before and are very pleased iwith the results. The seventh ! grade, as you will remember, [will benefit from your generosity as well; they will get 50 i percent of the profits for their i Williamsburg trip in the jspring. We appreciate the [hard work and organizational [skills of PTO President Mr. •Jimmy Swindler in pulling ! this huge project together. [ • Could you use business [cards, flyers, brochures? -Graphic Innovations, a graphic arts business started by WANTED: Rappahannock Memorabilia JV* Pre-1970 t' ■ p i Old photos/copies, letters, bullheads, advertising items? Ixtoks or any titis^ items that repn Rapftahannock Call stO-IT*'™' or 540-37 ask for Danny I lift RCHS Art Teacher Mrs. Laurie Marshall and her students, will custom design a variety of items for you, your business or your organization. Please call her at RCHS at 987-8575 to discuss all of the options available. • The RCHS Homecoming Game on Friday, Dec. 1 was great fun for all alumni and guests who were able to attend. It was an event we can all be proud to have attended. The team showed tremendous effort and great sportsmanship, the cheerleaders and flag corps were enthusiastic to say the least, and the banners that were unveiled made such a strong statement of appreciation to the many folks in the stands who have loved and supported RCHS for so many years. We are not a perfect system, but we have a great deal of which we can be proud. Many thanks to Athletic Director Mr. Jon Smythe and his group of volunteers and coaches, Mrs. Kelly Settle, the RCHS Athletic Boosters and the Rappahannock County Schools Sports Association for their incredible effort as they prepared for the night's events. The alumni pins were a nice touch! • If you have yet to make a donation to the RCES Christmas Drive for needy children, please stop by the main lobby of the school with your donation before Dec. 18. Still needed are canned or boxed food items, gloves or mittens, school supplies, Thursday, Doc 1% OPEN MIC Sponsored by Oath CD Friday. Dae. IS SCCJFFLETCWN Saturday. Dae. 16 BOBBY GLASKER fi BUIES HAWKS NOW OPEN Thonday - Sunday S30 to doting Family Dining & Fin. Matte U, 540-987-3162 p* www.blaamooncafa.ci NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT: Hampton District Rappahannock County Planning Commission The Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County is seeking a qualified person to serve as the representative from Hampton District to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission. The applicant should be a land owning resident 5. - and registered voter of Hampton District, interested in plan. ning and land use issues. Applicants may include the incum{ ; bent representative. I ; Planning Commission members serve a four-year term of ! X office. The Planning Commission has a regularly scheduled S I meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA on • « the third Wednesday of each month, and meets on such other • j occasions as may from time to time be necessary. The mem| * bers are compensated at $20.00 per monthly meeting. ! l Interested persons from Hampton District are invited to con■i l tact your representative on the Board of Supervisors, Mr. S. !jE Bryant Lee, at (540) 675-3178 by Friday, December 29, 2000. • K lYes! □ Please enter my new i! subscription to: J | Subscription Rates By j| Rappahannock.$21.°° ! I m_.1_!_ , TTC on i j Elsewhere in the U.S.$27.°° •J Name j A dun I ^ City ;r State | ■ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: {| Sappahattnoch Sinus, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 • a This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Address New Address: • " .* . .. : V • ■ 7 ' ' ■' - . V* " ' I | ■' • _ I The Rappahannock .Mro* (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every’ Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahanncxk; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. scarves and caps, toiletry items (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.) and more. Please call RCES Guidance Counselor Candace Lamma at RCES at 987-8259 if you have questions. • One last reminder! There are two big events scheduled within the school system on the same evening. Both will be wonderful! Both will bring joy to your hearts! Both are "must see" events! It will be difficult to choose, but please plan to attend one! • On Thursday, Dec. 14, the Fifth grade, Middle School and High School Bands will perform their Holiday Concert at RCHS at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium. • On Thursday, Dec. 14, Kindergarten find Second Grade students and the Sixth/Seventh Grade Chorus will present the RCES Holiday Program and the second Early American Re-enactment at 6:45 at RCES in the auditorium. This program will be directed by Tina Liza Jones, artist in Residence at RCES, who is here as’ part of the "Tapestry of Time" grant that our school was awarded this year. • Just as a reminder for parents of Band Students, fifth grade Band students (and others who will be accompanying them) should arrive in the RCHS Auditorium no later than 7 p.m. on concert night. Sixth and seventh grade Band students should be in the Band Room, no later than 7:30 for warm-up and tuning. The RCHS Bard students should arrive in the RCHS Auditorium no later than 6:30 for a sound check. • There will also be a sale on Concert Night of small items suitable for last minute holiday gifts. Please take time to browse the tables and pick up a few treasures for those on your gift list. • The RCES Student Calendars have arrived at RCES, and at a variety of area businesses, and are incredibly beautiful! The cost is just $10 (with discounts for multiple purchases!) Please think of purchasing one or more for special folks on your holiday gift list. If each RCES parent were to buy just one, we would sell out and the project would be self-sustaining. You may pick up yours in the RCES office or call to place an order at RCES at 987-8259. If you have questions, please call RCES Art teacher Mrs. Harriette Rosenblatt. • Many thanks to Dr. Bill Young who has agreed to volunteer in the Middle school Computer Lab at RCES two mornings a week. His presence and knowledge, are WCDS News By Lori Ferreira Rappahannock News Writer • Wakefield Country Day School students returned recently from the Virginia Junior Classical League Convention in Richmond with an impressive list of awards. Thirteen WCDJ of Marshall, Maureen Dale and Hetal Mehta of Luray, Thomas Dowell of Castleton, Michelle and Nicole Fegeas of Warrenton, Jesse Ferreira and Alec Toth of Front Royal, Lauren Guiffre of Huntly, David Riedel of Washington. Allison students in grades seven through 12 took 33 top ten places. • The following students placed in the top ten in one or more categories: Paul Beattie of Woodville, Chris Callaway Russo of Flint Hill, and Liz Williams of Winchester. Students participating in Junior Classical League compete in academic contests in the classical languages, Latin and Greek. OPEN APPLICATION FOR AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICTS Any persons w?shing to make application for the creation of new Agricultural and Forestal Districts, or who wish to add on to existing Agricultural & Forestal Districts are encouraged to notify the County Administration Office of your intent by Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at 4:30 p.m. While applications for new districts or tag-ons may be made at any time, the Board of Supervisors’ policy is to encourage applications during a single enrollment period, thus limiting public hearing, advertising and related costs. The County Administration Office may be reached at (540) 675-3342, with correspondence directed to PO Box 519, Washington, VA 22747. Forms for new district creation or for tag-ons are available from 8:30-4:30 M-F. By Order of: John W. McCarthy County Administrator infum 'Get FREE Standard Installation ANDa$50 Hickory Farms Gift Certificate! 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Many thanks for this special assistance. • Mrs. Margaret Gottlieb, RCES Volunteer Tutor, was the Dance Master who instructed all of the wonderful Colonial Dancers who performed in Little Washington during the Colonial Christmas celebration recently. • When we return in January from the holidays, many of you will be contacted about participating in a variety of events that will support our students. Please say "yes" enthusiastically! • RCHS Senior parents are asked to serve on the Senior Banquet Committee. • RCHS Junior parents are needed to serve on the After Prom Party committee which is co-sponsored by SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving) and the local sheriffs office. Both of these events will occur in May, but the committees will begin work in January. • Sixth-twelfth grade parents will be needed to help retrieve and set up tables for the Science Fair in late January. Please say yes when you are called to assist with one of these events. Without you these activi ties cannot take place. Those who help always have a great time and get to meet new friends! • Don't forget the Dec. 15, RCES PTO Meeting and Cookie Exchange. The meeting will be held in the RCES Library at 6 p.m. Please bring a plate of cookies to share with others in attendance, plus packages of six cookies each to i exchange. Please fill each clear zip lock with six of the ‘ same kind of cookie. You may • bring as many packages or as $ many kinds as you like. For each package of six cookies | that you bring, you may take a f package of six cookies home < with you. This is a great way |! to get a large variety of holi- | day cookies with a minimum f of effort. If you have questions, please call President Jimmy 5 Swindler at 987-8597 or Jan j Makela, Volunteer ] Coordinator, at 987-8259. • If your child received his report card last week, please remember to return it to his or her teacher as soon as possible. Remember that all teachers are happy to meet with you to discuss your child's performance at any time. Please call to set up an appointment at your mutual convenience. Have a great week and a wonderful time preparing for the holiday! Black Watch Farm joins membership Black Watch Farm, Amissville, is a new member of the American Angus Association, reports Dick Spader, executive vice president of the national organization with headquarters in St. Joseph, Mo. The American Angus Association, with more than 35,000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef cattle registry association of the world. Its computerized records include detailed information on over 13 million registered Angus. The Association records ancestral information and keeps records of production on individual animals for its members. These permanent records help members select and mate the best animals in their herds to produce high quality, efficient breeding cattle which are then recorded with the American Angus Association. Most of these registered Angus are used by the U.S. farmers and rancheis who raise high quality beef for U.S. consumption. _ , f .fat aw innifrd to otiit a* u/'kim^/c tAr FINEST ARABICA COFFEE SELECTIONS FROM THE AROUND THE WORLD. CENTRAL ROASTERS RAPPAHANNC M 'K < < »»INTY. VIRGINIA 540 98? 1006 cenlralcoffce%summU. net II755 l-ett Highway aperryvtUe, Va 22740 .PimjA/y ffioasifrW tfjtfwn GOURMET COFFEE you a 4afi- ant/,Acflfy Ao/U/uyf Km and Mansnri Rogm Homemade Pizza in Sperryville??? WHERE? at the Appetite Repair Shop on Friday nights beginning Dec. 15. PS. - We're open for breakfast again on Weekends. REMINDER TO DOG OWNERS COUNTY TAGS DUE All Rappahannock County dog owners are reminded that they need to obtain their dog licenses for 2001 no later than January 31. The Treasurer’s Office is open from 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday to serve you. Should you have any questions, please call (540) 675-3334. By Order of: John W. McCarthy County Administrator RECYCLE

Annual fund drive underway ' By David Shaffer Rappahannock Library Director The Friends of the Library (FOL) are in the midst of their annual fund drive, and it occurs to me that some county residents may not be familiar with the Friends, a group that for many years has worked somewhat "behind the scenes". They may not be the most visible bunch, but their efforts have had a dramatic impact on the library, both inside and out, and you don’t have to look far to see the fruits of their labor. Money raised by the FOL supplements the library's materials budget, allows us to keep pace with current computer technology, and improves the building and grounds. So, if you have contributed to the Friends fund drive in the past, you have helped provide the library with two iMac Internet stations, a word processing station, a fax machine, the desks and chairs for the stations. You've also provided desks and computers for the staff room. Patron Tut Perrins is a frequent user of the Internet stations. She calls them, "A great resource, it allows me to keep in touch with the rest of the world. And, while I'm online, my kids are using the library's other resources. It's great.” But it's not just computers, money generated by the Friends annual July 4th book sale has been used to significantly enhance the book and audio tape collection. If you've enjoyed a good book on tape lately, or used some of the libraries' reference room material, chances are you've benefited from the Friends fund raiser. The Jamieson Room, the library’s meeting space for innumerable country groups as well as the home for our popular "Friday Night Program" series, has also benefited from past fund drives. We were able to purchase tables, a slide projector, and a TV/VCR. The Friends have also been a vital force in improving the library grounds. They were instrumental in the paving of the driveway in 1996. One of this year's goals is to complete the landscaping project currently underway. The project includes replacing some trees and bushes, and replanting and maintaining the flower bed. Cheri Woodard, current President of the nine member Friends Board of Directors, says, "We have a great library, and I'm very proud of what we have been able to accomplish. I'm really grateful to everyone who has contributed. I'm looking forward to great things, and I hope everyone considers becoming a Friend." Besides the satisfaction of knowing you've helped improve the library, your contribution to the FOL entitles you to preview the annual July 4th book sale. The preview takes place the night before the sale and gives you a chance to buy some books before all the "good stuff' is gone. To become a Friend, simply send a check to: Friends of the Library, P.O. Box 55, Washington, Va., 22747. Your name will be added to our mailing list. So, consider becoming a Friend. You'll help to improve the library both inside and out and your generosity will be very much appreciated. First Night tickets on sale This year will mark the eighth year of First Night • Warrenton, Fauquier's non! alcoholic family celebration of ' the performing and visual arts on New Year's Eve. , Indoors, 15 entertainment sites will be set up, at which • 100 members of 30 different acts will give performances. Art by Fauquier's school chil; dren will be on display. » Meanwhile, outside, there will be horse-drawn hayrides, face painting, a German organ grinder, a Scottish bagpiper, and other street performers. Old favorites returning to First Night include blues man Catfish Hodge, the Blue Sky Puppets, Shenandoah Travelers, Piedmont Retro Swing Band, the Edwards Jazz Quartet, the St. Thom Cats Big Band, the Kay Dee Puppet Theater, Bingo the Clown, Brooksie Wells and Glee Mania Children's programs, Rappahannock Classical Quartet, Bryan Jacobs Blues, the Rappahannock Dancers, the Blueridge Barbershoppers and Balladeer Darnell Pratt. Youth bands include Big Smith, Disturbing the Peace, and U.S. Agents. Additional information is available at 349-0010. IMaazel I 1 From Page A1 ; the story—the Maestro and • Yefim Bronfman will be ! performing the three Brahms' Sonatas at Carnegie Hall in New York on Jan. 16, 2001 as part of the "Maazel at Seventy" celebration. The Chateauville ' Foundation, the beneficiary of ; this and other concerts at the -Theater in Castleton, was established to " . . . nurture children, foster art and reclaim the human spirit," and seeks to achieve its objectives Effective Jan. 1, 2001 The Country Cafe Washington, VA will be smoke-free for your health and the health of others. Mao effective Jan. 1,2001 We will be closing on the Sabbath for , the Lord's day! Thank you, David & the fountry Cafe Staff 540-675-1066 H ..-P Friends, Family and Coworkers * I would like to thank each ', and everyone for their f contributions and support ^ during my church's queen ,■ rally at Macedonia Baptist Church. May Cod bless you. - Shirley J. Frye b— Now taking reservations for New Year's Eve Dining & Dancing $54.99 per person NOW OPEN Thursday - Sunday 5 JO to closing Family Dining & Fine Mask ' 540-987-3162 * www.bluamooncafe.ee i by integrating the arts into the learning process. Foundation objectives, for example, are promoted through a new Foundation program, "Music Teacher Forum", that will offer the opportunity for private music teachers in Rappahannock County and surrounding areas to present children's recitals at the Theatre. This program is designed to encourage families to give their children the opportunity to learn an instrument, to stimulate children to devote time to practice, to develop the courage and discipline to perform, and to experience the joy RAPPAHANNOCK TRASH SERVICE Serving Rappahannock County Only I to 7 bags per week, four pickups per month. RATES - $22. per month 540-937-5088 or 540-937-7701 that classical music can to offer to the performer and listeners. Additional information on The Chateauville Foundation can be obtained by calling 540937-3615. r Drugs and our kids By Gerald Ochs ■ Rappahannock News Writer Author's note: Vince and Eddie Tracy are not names that you 'll find in the local phone book, but the essence of the story is factual and is unfolding. The identity of the subject family and any other individuals in this series have been disguised to protect their privacy and security. Vince Tracy has a problem. His son has begun to sample, too frequently, the drug ecstasy. Eddie Tracy is sixteen, and he attends Rappahannock County High School. Vince Tracy did not think that it was too bad an idea to permit his son to smoke marijuana on occasion, "as long as he did it at home." He rationalized that he himself had smoked when he was in college back in the Seventies, and it had done him no lasting harm. Vince thought that, anyway, marijuana was better than alcohol, and if he let Eddie smoke a little, Eddie would not sneak off and do the "really dangerous drugs" like heroin and cocaine. Eddie and his friends did take advantage of the elder Tracy's offer, and spent some evenings and weekend time at home smoking a little marijuana, watching movies, and playing videos. An occasional joint wasn't the end of it though, despite the promises that Eddie had made to his father. .. but the marijuana was the only drug that Eddie first admitted using. Vince was uncomfortable with the idea of his son using any drugs, but he was confident that by permitting the use of marijuana Eddie would avoid taking another step. He didn't know that the other step had already been taken. Vince did not know either that there are adults in this County, just like in any m^jor , city, small town or rural village, who see school kids as a captured market for their wares. And their wares are cocaine, - methamphetamines, heroin, and the "club" VV drugs like ecstasy, Vince didn't hear the f* rumor that the drugs were coming from fr. some fifty-something guy who lives in one of the hollows, or from a smack-user, or from a guy who works in a local restaurant. Vince did not know, at the time, that Eddie and his friends had long ago found a ,n supplier of LSD and ecstasy and cocaine. Or - that they had tried them all. Or that they Ji had decided that ecstasy was their favorite. ‘Z Or that they had, only on occasion, taken a few dollars from a parent's wallet, or busted “ into a store to collect some saleable items to finance more ecstasy purchases. Vince did not know either that ecstasy is 1Z likely to cause long-term damage to seritonin-producing neurons in the brain, the consequences of which could likely be behavioral and cognitive dysfunction, as well as memory impairment. Vince knows now. Eddie told him just *' the other day that he and his friends were -. ecstasy users, and it didn't seem like Eddie was embarrassed to reveal that information. It was just another drug after all. And *f, Vince had allowed him to use marijuana—; why not ecstasy? All the kids do it. Vince has a problem. It's Eddie, and it's ** ecstasy, and it's some dealer who wants to murder his child—his only child, and who H; wants to do it slowly, and for only the few dollars that he'll get for the drugs that . Eddie buys. Vince doesn't know where to go, ’ll whom to turn to, what to do to make certain \v that his sweet kid survives. Next time: Some options. Homeowners eligible for plumbing help^ There is a program called the Indoor Plumbing/Rehabilitation program available to Rappahannock County residents. The program is aimed at helping low to middle income homeowners obtain modern indoor plumbing. 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Crow talk and talking crows 2 O JP* What is my favorite bird? I would have to say it is the orow. As crows carry on their life around me, they create an accompaniment like a musical score for a movie. I try not to ljrtoo anthropomorphic when 'gfiting about animals, but with crows I know I will have difficulty because they resemble humans in so many ways, i Crows, like people, show individual variations in their Voices, and appear to have developed a language of basic (Jdlls. Young crows begging Ifheir parents for food have a ljoud, nagging call. When a crow spots danger it gives a Our Outdoor Wild Friends Doug Pifer series of sharp, short calls to alert its companions. Should it discover a hawk or owl its caws have a low growling note, a call to arms. As other crows rally to the call, the notes become high and excited, the sound of a mob. Should the enemy take flight, the flock follows with a roar like a crowd in a football stadium during a touchdown. Some calls include body language as well. This morning I watched a Clarke County crow on the dead snag in our backyard. Drooping its wings at the shoulders, it rocked its entire body up and down to the rhythm of four slow, measured "caws." This is a call of well-being, a crow’s song. Some calls I don't understand. Crows sometimes give a loud, harsh rattle like the sound of a ratchet. I have never learned the meaning of this sound to other crows. Another mystery to me is a Minor mishaps can happen at any time. When they do, you’ll want a qualified team of healthcare professionals to care for your loved ones. Doctors, nurses & physical therapists who are on your side, looking out for your interests and keeping you in the game. Fauquier Hospital has a winning team of professionals you can count on. 4 FFkiquier Hospital (540) 349-0588 referral@fauquierhospitai.org 14 hour Emergency Services Physical Medicine Rehob Interventional Radiology Same Day Surgery Downtown did you know... 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Dains St. 540-X25-7604 M.-Sat. 10-5 Stop in and Find that extraordinary gift, or.... • Radko tree ornaments • Fontanini nativities • Custom Christmas wreaths 8c designs • And other decorative accessories . - #■ For the tastiest nip of coffee, most soothing cup of tea or coolest cappuccino, come see me. Nestled in The Culpeper Antique 41 Marketplace 137 South Main Culpeper lecturing Suing* Clank (ofla 1 * high-pitched "coo-coo-coo" call crows make with neck arched and bill pointed downward. I have been an avid student of crow language since the age of 14, when I had a pet crow. I caught him the day he left the nest — perhaps a couple of days too early — in a small woods across the road from my house. Bob-tailed and dull black with blinking blue eyes, he was apparently dazed by his fall. He allowed me to catch and carry him home under my jacket. The parent birds made no fuss, apparently unaware of what had happened. This was not a rescue effort; I had always wanted a pet crow. I kidnapped him. Today in Virginia what I did would be against state and federal law. Crows are now considered migratory birds. It is illegal to keep them without a special permit. But this was in Pennsylvania in the 1960s, when a crow was considered a pest and was not given legal protection. For a day or so my crow acted docile and indifferent to everything around him. But when some small neighbor children came to see him I heard him making soft warbles in response to their highpitched voices. I tried talking to him in a falsetto voice. The instant result was dramatic. He followed me around with begging cries that changed to excited gobbling noises each time I stuffed a piece of canned dog food down his red gullet. He sat on my shoulder, preened my hair and eyebrows. I had become his mother: I named my crow "Cicero" after the great Roman orator. He lived in what had been our coal cellar. Every morning I would let Cicero out through the cellar window. He flew around the neighborhood in complete freedom all day. In the evening he would return to the same window to be let in. If we were late, he would bang the side of a nearby bucket with its bail until we responded. While learning his language, I was able to teach Cicero two English words: "hello" and "wow." His hello degenerated into wow, which he apparently preferred, repeating it endlessly. One ; summer day I had left the window of my dad's car open and discovered Cicero sitting on the back of the driver's seat, eying the instrument panel ahd yelling loud, repeated "wow"s. I don't know if wild crows imitate other bird or animal sounds, or if my tame crow imitated my voice in an effort to communicate with me. Private crow language consists of soft trills, clucks, gur- ; gles and purrs.. Cicero made this "small-talk” only around people he trusted. Doug Pifer, who has watched nature since childhood, writes from White Post. In Brief Lending library planned The Virginia Horse Council is organizing a new "lending library" of horse books and videos. VHC officers hope to develop a library of books, audio and training video tapes and more for use as a "member benefit." The VHC lending library will be available to members only either free or at minimal cost. (The only charge will be for mail, FedEx or UPS shipping.) The library can be used by individual members, 4-H clubs, boarding facilities or local clubs. Horsemen with extra videos or books to donate can call (804) 330-0345. Great Meadow's calendar Great Meadow in The Plains has a full schedule of equestrian events planned for the 2001 competition season, including several new shows. The Virginia Gold Cup runs May 5, an international CCI** three-day event (new this year) is May 26-28, Friday evenings June through September is arena polo, with Sunday afternoon grass polo also June through September, the new Great Meadow Grand Prix jumping event is set Sept. 9, an international polo championship Sept. 15, the Middleburg Classic Horse Show is Sept. 17-23, a dressage show Oct. 7, and the International Gold cup is Oct. 20. Information on Great Meadow events is available through (540) 253-5001. Party planned for Dec. 18 The Virginia Steeplechase Association will host a Christmas party at the Hidden Horse Tavern in Middleburg at 7 p.m. Dec. 18. The event is free and open to all; new members are especially invited to attend. The number to call is (703) 777-2414. Christmas caroling set Several local horsewomen have organized a special Christmas caroling on horseback event starting at 1 p.m. on Dec. 23. Everyone is invited to attend. Riders will meet at the comer of Bear's Den Road and Citation Road near Orlean. More information is available by calling (540) 364-3756. 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Student/Athlete Spotlight Jennifer Waters Sports: Volleyball and Soccer Class in school: Senior Favorite subject in school: Advanced PE Most memorable high school sports moment: Last year we played Brentsville in soccer for first place in the District. They had this big sweeper who was over six foot tall and supposedly no one could get around her. I had the ball and when she charged at me I chipped it over her head, ran by her, got control of the ball again and kicked it by the goalie for a score. It was pretty neat. Favorite food: Mashed potatoes Favorite book: Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss Favorite TV Show: "Woody Woodpecker" Favorite movie: Dirty Dancing Favorite music performer: Alt kinds Graduation ambition: When I graduate I want to go to college and major in sports medicine. What I like most about RCHS: I like the smallness of our school. I also like how it's steadily improving, especially down in the Athletic Department. Parents: Ann Waters of Sperryville and Roger Waters of Manassas. Siblings: Jason (brother) age 24 and Jillian (sister), age 19 J Upcoming athletic events Dec. 13 Away Wrestlers at Fauquier 6 p.m. Dec. 13 Away Varsity/JV Basketball at Luray 6 p.m. Dec. 13 Home Volleyball vs Clark 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15 Away Varsity/JV Basketball at Clarke 6 p.m. Dec. 15 Home Volleyball vs Madison 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15 Away Wrestlers at RMA* TBD Dec. 18 Away Volleyball at Stonewall 6 p.m. Dec. 19 Home Jr. Panthers vs RMA* 4 p.m. Dec. 22 Home Wrestlers vs Clarke 3 p.m. * Randolph Macon Academy Holiday break tournaments Dec. 27 Away Varsity/JV Basketball at Page Jr. Varsity vs Page 10 a.m. Jr. Varsity vs Luray 11:30 a.m. Varsity vs Page 8:45 p.m. Dec. 28 Away Varsity Basketball vs TBD TBD Dec. 28 Away Varsity Volleyball at Madison Varsity vs Orange 11 a.m. Dec. 28 Home Rappahannock First Annual Holiday Wrestling Tournament 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 29 Home Alumni Basketball Tournament First game (men) 6 p.m. Second game (men) 8 p.m. Dec. 30 Home Alumni Basketball Tournament First game (women) 6 p.m. Second game (men) 8 p.m. r 1 Twinklelights Favor'd mountains darkened by December's stingy light, cast shadows 1 remember by the evening's settled night. The season's celebrations reflected on the snow, cast merry colors dancing round those lighted strings that glow. Far across the mountains reach, the twinklelights are there performing for us silently with their Christmas-happy glare. The magic and the promise and the stories that they hold, evoke the childhood memories, of Christmasses of old. My eyes that see from a child's hearts' glee awaken this time of year, to stockings holding treasures, of happy moments near. Of carols sung, and popcorn strung, and kisses on the nose, of presents wrapped, and puppies lapped, and cheeks that nearly froze. But best of all, when the twilight falls, and the twinkling starts their mime, I say a little prayer of thanks, to see it again this time. Cynthia Stamps This Week In Sports By Jon Smythe Athletic Director There was lots of action this past week as all three winter sports had multiple competitions and even a few Bull Run District contests. Basketball The boys' varsity and junior varsity basketball teams had two non-District games last week, both at home. On Tuesday, Dec. 5 the Page Panthers came to RCHS for the front end of the annual home and away rivalry. The Page squad was smaller than the Luray team that Rappahannock faced in their season opener, but they moved the ball well and played excellent team defense. Their hustling defense coupled with some good outside shooting was too much for the RCHS Panthers who came up on the losing end of a 77-63 final score. Senior point guard, Mark Wharton, had an outstanding night on offensive leading all scorers with 28 points. Junior Jeff Ritenour contributed ten points in the losing effort. The Junior Varsity squad was paced by Zach Bridgeman and Noah Starks with eight points each. This was not enough offense as the JV Panthers fell to the Page JV team 50-40 in the first game last Tuesday night. The rematch between these traditional rivals was Tuesday, Dec. 12 when the RCHS Panthers traveled to Page County High School for games starting at 6 p.m. On rnday, Dec. 8, the Panthers faced the teams from Highland School here at home. This was an excellent game as both teams, evenly matched, battled for 32 minutes to come up with a winner. The Rappahannock squad struggled early in the game and was down by as many as 14 points. The first half ended with Highland on top 32-25. The Panthers came out of the half time break and began to chisel away at the Highland lead. Rappahannock won the third quarter and closed the gap to three points shortly after the fourth quarter began. Junior Jamie Keys came up big sinking many critical baskets as he led the Panthers with 17 points. His effort along with senior Mark Wharton's, and some hustling team defense at the end contributed to a 47-46 victory for the RCHS team. The Junior Varsity also won, beating the Highland JV squad 48-36. Sophomore Ryan Brown led the JV scorers with 11 points. After the Highland game, Varsity Head Coach, Mike Dayton said, "The win was nice and I was glad the team got to feel the excitement and satisfaction that comes with winning. But victories or wins will take care of themselves. The game of basketball is about hustle, desire, and execution. We did not execute that well and we need to stay focused on that part of our game. Execution is the key to team success. It was a good week and we finish up next week with two non-District games before our District opening game with Clarke on Friday night, Dec. 15. The Junior Panthers wmmmmmmsmmmmmmMwmmmmmmmmmmmiimMm.m. Photos courtesy of David Clanagan VOLLEYBALL: JV team takes the court against Strasburg. (eighth grade team) also had two games last week. On Tuesday, Dec. 5, they traveled to Marshall Middle School (MMS) in Fauquier County. The Jr. Panthers lost to MMS 53-14. "We re still a little outclassed by these bigger Fauquier middle schools," said Coach Mike Leake, "But we re getting better and growing with each contest. That’s what's important at this stage." On Friday, Dec. 8 prior to the Highland games, the Jr. Panthers hosted Cedar Lee Middle School (CLMS) for their home opener. It was a great opener for the Jr. Panthers as they scrapped their way back into the game and gave themselves a chance to win at the buzzer. However the shot was off and they lost 20-18. Monte Christian led all scorers with ten points and Jason Jenkins added five points for the Rappahannock side. After the game, Coach Gary Settle added, "I was proud of how they hung in there and played hard until the end. We want them to get that first win so they can feel the excitement. Hopefully, that will come soon." Volleyball The Lady Panthers had a tough week with four contests, three of them on the road. On Monday, Dec. 4 they played away at Luray. Both the Varsity and JV lost their matches. The JV squad played very well, however, winning the second game of the match 15-6 before losing 15-11 in the final game. The next night Tuesday, Dec. 5, the Lady Panthers were on the road again this time to Page County High School. The Varsity squad couldn t avoid the unforced errors and continued to struggle with their serves. They lost the match two games to none. The JV Lady Panthers played very well again. After losing a tough first game 16-14, they soundly beat the page JV team 15-2 in the second game. However, they fell wav short in the third and deciding game, losing 15-4 and thereby losing the match. On Wednesday, Dec. 6 the POINTS: Junior Jeff Ritenour scores two of his ten points against Page. Ryan Brown goes up for a shot against Page County. volleyball teams were home for the District opener against visiting Strasburg High School. It was not a good night for the Lady Panthers as both the Varsity and JV squads lost their matches to the Strasburg teams in two straight games. Afterwards, Head Coach Stan Brooks Jr. said, "We were just tired. The girls were worn out from two games on the road. They just didn't have the energy they needed to compete. Three games in a row is probably not a good idea. I talked to the Athletic Director about this and he agrees." On Friday, Dec. 8 the Lady Panthers found themselves back on the road as they traveled to Brentsville High School for their fourth game of the week. The Varsity played better, but lost two games 15-7 and 15-12. The JV Lady Panthers also fell short, losing two straight games and the match to the Brentsville JV squad. After the week was over, Coach Brooks reflected and said, "It was a tough week, four games, three on the road, in five days is a tough schedule. But we can not feel sorry for ourselves. We have too many unforced errors, our serve percentage is too low and we aren t focusing on where we should be and what we should be doing. It all adds up to failure to get the job done. We re a much better team than our record shows and we ll get there. I believe in our system and I believe in these girls. I don't want them to lose their confidence and not believe in themselves. We need to forget about last week and move forward." Wrestling The wrestlers traveled to Stonewall Jackson High School in Manassas for a quad scrimmage involving wrestlers from four high schools. Represented were the RCHS first year team, and the JV squads from Stonewall Jackson High School, Brooke Point High School, and Brentsville High School. The three hour meet was designed to give each team's wrestlers at least one match and preferably two or three. There were two full sized mats with rings, referees that scored the bouts, and timers and scorers that kept track of the particulars. For the Rappahannock grapplers, it was the first time most of them had wrestled under match conditions with judges and real scoring. It was also the first time the squad had their singlets and headgear on in competition. Afterward, Coach Jim Wells said, "It was a good day of wrestling. They learned a lot. Of course with a new team, there is so much to learn. Sometimes they putthemselves in positions where, they get in trouble but they; didn't know they were doing it. Their inexperience really show's. They wrestled hard today. I could really tell. They all slept on the way home. It. was a quiet bus ride. Next; week is our first dual meetwhere one team wins. It' should be an exciting experi-' ence for them. Other sports info The girls’ recreational has-; ketball league games havebeen moved from Saturdays! to! Sundays due to RCHS g^m| time conflicts. The games that were played from 10-12 on Saturdays will now be played on Sundays from 2-4 p.m. All game schedules remain the same. For any questions please call the League Commissioner, Cathy Kreyling at 987-8131. The indoor soccer league began play this past Saturday. Every Saturday between 4 until 8 p.m. in the RCHS gym,; they will be playing games. For questions on any athletic activities related to the High School call the Athletic Director, Mr. Jon Smvthe u 987-8575.

-ftappafjannocfe jSetoK— 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: RappNewsOtimespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.timescommunlty.com WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2000 Our View Safety f i rst Keeping the holiday safe means taking time. f f ■ ^is the season of the year when newspaper I pages are filled with articles and editorials -L cautioning holiday revelers against drinking and driving. We join our colleagues in that plea, but we also urge our readers to take time and care to keep the holidays safe in other ways as well. Drinking and driving is a proven killer during the holidays, but it is not the only danger lurking about the Christmas cheer. As families decorate their homes for the holidays, take time to make’ sure the decorations are safe as well as beautiful. Don't overload electrical outlets with plugs for the holiday lights, and resist the temptation to run extension cords under the rugs to reach those out of the way places. When buying a cut Christmas tree, select one with plenty of moisture left in it. Give it a good shake: if lots of needles fall off, it has begun to dry out. Make sure the tree is located away from space heaters, radiators, wood stoves, fireplace and other sources of heat. It will last longer in a cool place, and the danger of fire is reduced. Those lights on the Christmas tree are beautiful to look at, but turn them off when you leave the house and when the family goes to bed for the night. Lights, especially the large ones, can generate a surprising amount of heat, which could cause a fire. And, never use real candles on a Christmas tree. Finally, when driving, watch out for the other guy. All too often, people are preoccupied with their holiday plans and their minds are not behind the wheel where they should be. Driving defensively may add a few minutes to the trip, but it may mean the difference between a happy holiday and a memory of misery. Rappahannock Today Photo courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day The Rappahannock County 4-H Dog Club recently visited the farm of Mrs. Judy Gillman in Fauquier County. Members brought their own dogs to the agility course so that Mrs. Gillman could show them how to train their dogs to manipulate the course. 4-H members pictured here are being told how to manipulate the teeter-totter. Letters Citizens encouraged to attend meeting Why should I attend the next Rappahannock County School Board meeting? Why are my taxes going up again? Why are we having issues with Standards of Learning (SOL) testing? Why is our high school not yet fully accredited by the state? Why is curriculum so important? Why does public school cost so much? At the Dec. 19 meeting of the Rappahannock County School Board in the High School Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. you will have the opportunity to hear from an educational economics group known as the Virginia Consortium for Adequate Resources for Education (VaCAREs). This consortium is a statewide initiative to support a common goal of adequate state funding of public education. At a recent School Board meeting I mentioned that Virginia is 47th in the US for state support of public schools. What does this mean? It means that the state is not pulling its weight and the localities are having to make up for it. The funding formula used by the state does not accurately reflect the true costs being incurred by school divisions across the Commonwealth. The Commonwealth has changed the mission of the school system. Until coming on the School Board in August I was unaware of the magnitude of change required from the local school district by the state. The Standards of Learning (SOL), Standards of Accreditation SOA), and Standards of Quality (SOQ) define our requirements. Prior to the adoption of the SOLs, schools were required to provide instruction but student learning was optional. The new mission of the school system is compulsory attendance and compulsory learning. In order to meet these requirements we need to look at several dimensions of our task. An emphasis on curriculum is necessary. This requires a broad approach to our program from the entering kindergartener to the graduating senior. Switching teaching paradigms will mean increased work loads for already overworked teachers. Organizational structure is required to institute a curriculum plan, track its progress, evaluate the results and provide process improvement. We are currently gathering information from teaching staff and administrators that would be the foundation of the curriculum plan. The state wants us to make our students academically successful. This is a noble goal we share, however, they have not changed their accounting system to pay for the increased requirements placed on our school system. Funding to support these initiatives is required. Virginia provides 43.1% of our annual funding, other states provide 49.9%. The funding for our school system is based on what the state calls prevailing costs', which are approximately ten percent less than our actual burden and are calculated on salaries at least two years old. For example, a state determined teacher's salary of $37,347 is considered by the state as a prevailing salary of $32,800. Localities, and thus local taxes, carry the brunt of the burden for financing education. We carry this burden through increased property taxes. Our instructional personnel carry this by increased work loads from additional requirements from the state. Most sadly our children carry the burden of inequities that the state imposes on localities. The consortium VaCares is recommending adjustments to the funding formula to reflect the major changes that have resulted in increased costs for local school divisions that are not covered by the current formula. Salaries and benefits for staff need to be calculated on true costs. State programmatic mandates for music, art, technology, and counseling, need to be accompanied by funding to assist the programs. Technology needs to be considered a consumable resource like textbooks and receive adequate attention not only for.. hardware, and software, but also training staff to teach topics required of today's youth, the NetGeneration. Rising capital costs for maintenance and new construction is a prevalent need throughout the state and is also not fairly supported. Rappahannock County will have a chance to hear about this movement to make the Commonwealth accountable and bring itself in line with other state's contributions. Please plan on attending the Dec. 19 meeting of the Rappahannock County School Board in the High School Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. You will have an opportunity to see and better understand what is happening in our Commonwealth to improve children's education and reduce the cost burden on the localities. Wesley Mills Jackson District Representative - Personnel & Community Relations Committee Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News HAN n dte _i ’ *-■ ' ■ Th — ■ i ...i i k . » .[ * Photo from On The Morning Side OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: This post office map published in 1920 shows some that are no longer in existence today. Bronson - established in 1906 was located near where the F.T. Valley Grocery is now and remained until 1935. Cloud was located on 621 on the banks of the Thornton River. Hawlin was on the present Route 618 near the Hazel River crossing. Massanova was i located south of Ben Venue on Route 729. Peola Mills served the people at the Madison-Rappahannock county line. Reager served the people north of Flint Hill until the post office moved to Huntly. Rock Mills had a post office that 50 YEARS AGO Dec. 14, 1950 Mr. and Mrs. C. Raymond Wire of Chevy Chase, Md., have purchased "The Shade," the old E.M. Green estate on the Rock Mills Road from Mrs. Charles King of "Ben Venue." The home is one of the oldest in the county, and up to the present sale the property had never been out the Green family. Mr. Wire is in the real estate and construction business in Chevy Chase. Mr. and Mrs. Wire have twin daughters, ten years old. In a recent inspection of restaurants in the county, the sanitation officer was pleased to report that ratings on eating places in the county had jumped from ratings with an average of 40 percent to an average of 80 percent. Highest rating in the county went to the Sandwich Shop in Sperryville, which scored a grade of 95 out of a possible 100. James E. Yates has purchased the Miss Eda Finks farm in the F.T. Valley. The farm, located on the western edge of Rappahannock County, has a red brick home and about 400 acres. The Auxiliary of the Rappahannock Volunteer Fire Company is offering cash prizes for the best examples of decorations for the homes in Washington during the holiday season. Judging of the decorations will fall into these lines: suitability to surroundings and occasion, originality and ingenuity; perfection of workmanship and excellence of arrangement. 25 YEARS AGO Dec. 11, 1975 The enchantment and excitement of Christmas as it was 200 years ago will be observed in the Town of Washington on Sunday evening, Dec. 21. Shortly after dark, carolers will mount hay wagons at Trinity Episcopal Church and travel through the town caroling. Town residents are asked to place candles in their windows as was done in colonial Virginia and England. Mark Chartier of Washington is one of the first applicants accepted for Officer's Candidate School from outside the Anny since the ban was recently lifted on such candidates. After receiving his B.S. degree in psychology from Georgetown University, he found his talents underutilized as a research analyst. He will take seven weeks of basic training and 14 weeks of OCS and be commissioned a Second Lieutenant. He is married to the former Katherine Skowronski, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Skowronski. 10 YEARS AGO Dec. 13, 1990 Though the first flakes have not yet fallen, Virginia Department of Transportation employees have already had a "dry run" to check the readiness of the shop's snow removal equipment. In a lead photo, Tony Deal watches as another driver checks out his truck's equipment. The science department of Rappahannock County High School recently acquired a new telescope, and plans to offer public viewing of the night sky. According to Earth Science Teacher Tom Von Fange, the telescope will offer excellent views of the moon and planets. Due to a technical oversight, the County's Board of Supervisors must again hold a public hearing on the amendments of the subdivision ordinance and the family transfer provisions it adopted in November. The changes to the zoning ordinances regarding the requirement for golf courses and mobile homes will also be reheard. —COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND

Letters Constitutional consternation The presidential deadlock, if nothing else, should serve as a point of focus to bring light on our constitution and certain misconceptions that are prevalent in our nation. I would estimate that at least 90 percent of the citizens of this country believe that they have an inalienable constitutional right to vote for President of the United States. What I am about to say might shock you. There is no constitutional right of American citizens to vote for President. The manner of electing the President is set out in Article II of the U.S. Constitution, which states, in part: "Each State shall appoint, in such Manner as the Legislature thereof may direct, a Number of Electors..." The Legislatures of each state have the constitutional power to determine how to name Electors. The Electors, in turn, vote for President. Please note that this is in contrast to Article I of the constitution that makes it clear that our congressmen are to be "chosen every second Year by the People of the several States." We have an absolute constitutional right to elect our Representatives. We do not have such a right in relation to our President. In the recent oral argument before the U.S. Supreme Court, Justice Scalia confirmed, "there is no right of suffrage (right of citizens to vote) under Article II.” He further stated: "There is a right of suffrage in voting for the legislature but Article II makes it very clear that the legislature can itself appoint the electors." Historically, the State legislatures have passed laws to provide that the citizens vote for the Electors who choose the President. This is not a constitutional requirement but a political necessity. If the legislators in a State were to enact laws providing that the citizens could not vote for President, they probably would be thrown out of office in the next election. While the above discussion is somewhat technical, it is necessary for us to understand the presidential election process. In a letter that appeared in your paper Nov. 29, it was suggested that it would be unconstitutional for the Florida legislature to ignore the citizens of Florida and select the Electors themselves. In fact, the constitution places in the legislature the exclusive right to select how Electors are elected, and it is not unconstitutional for them to select the Electors. It was also suggested that the courts should decide the issues and not the legislature. This is not constitutionally correct, and it would create a constitutional crisis should the courts improperly insert themselves in this process. In fact, the founding fathers debated the question of whether the courts should involve themselves in the election process and determined that they should not. They decided that the State legislatures should have the sole right to determine how Electors are selected to elect the President. Of course, the legislatures can enact laws permitting the courts to be involved in the election process, such as deciding disputes involving the election process. However, it is important to understand that the involvement of the courts is only by permission of the legislatures and in accordance with specific rules enacted by the legislatures. To better understand the constitutional issues involved, I would suggest that your readers review Federalist 68, which is the explanation by one of the founding fathers as to the Electoral College and why it was chosen as the vehicle for electing a President. A copy of Federalist 68 can be reviewed on-line on one of the forums on Rapplinks and other on-line sources. I have also included an analysis of Federalist 68 at that site. There is much more that I could say about the current election process but time and space do not permit further discussion at this time. However, I believe that all of our citizens can better understand the process if they understand the constitutional provisions that I have outlined above. A properly informed electorate will make better decisions in regard to the process that is currently unfolding. Unfortunately, it is difficult to obtain objective information regarding the process because of the degree of partisanship on the part of the participants. James L. Oyster, J.D., L.L.M. Castleton Douglas Larson is new PEC Vice President The Piedmont Environmental Council announces the appointment of Douglas Larson as Vice President of the organization. Mr. Larson will be based in the main office of PEC in Warrenton. Founded in 1972, PEC serves nine counties of the Virginia Piedmont with offices in six localities. The organization is dedicated to the preservation of the region and has encouraged the use of conservation easements on private land, as a means to ensure that open space and agricultural land remain viable. PEC is an advocate for land use planning and educates the public and officials in the region. Douglas Larson has lived in Fauquier County for the past 23 years and is well known in the area. He was previously Director of the Airlie Foundation in Warrenton and currently serves on a number of community Boards including the Fauquier Hospital, The International Academy of Preventive Medicine, The Fauquier Hospital Foundation and the Fauquier Community Theatre. Mr. Larson nas Deen active in the business community serving on the Chamber of Commerce, the Committee for Excellence in Education, and the Tourism Advisory Board. He is also a director of The Fauquier Bank. In 1996, he received the Chamber's Business Person of the Year award for outstanding contributions to the community. In announcing Mr. Larson's appointment to the staff, Chris Miller, President of PEC said, "We are fortunate to find a person with the knowledge of the community that Doug brings to this position. While his primary area of responsibility will be heading the development effort of the organization, Doug will also be able to assist in many of our educational programs." Mr. Larson assumed the position as of Dec. 1. He said, "I feel fortunate to find an opportunity that allows me to combine my interest in the environment with my experience in the non-profit world. I am pleased to be based in Warrenton and look forward to learning more about the entire PEC region.” Setting the record straight In the Nov. 29 issue a letter entitled "Legislators questioned” the writer was conj cemed that the Florida legislature might ultimately determine how that state's electors would be determined. This is, in fact, exactly what the framers of the United States Constitution had in mind. Article II, Section I, Clause 2 of the United States Constitution states "Each State shall 1 appoint, in'any such manner ; as the Legislature thereof I may direct, a number electors..." By extending the vote certification deadline, the Florida Supreme Court acted outside the scope of its authority, exercising a power vested in the legislature by the Constitution of the United States. That ruling together with other court "contests" has now jeopardized a determination of Florida's electors in time for inclusion in the official Electoral College vote later this month. 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SCHOOL From page A1 that the State is seriously under funding public schools, as evidenced by the fact that Virginia ranks 47th in per capita funding (based on data from 1998) and funds only 43 percent of public school costs (while the State's own target* ts 55 percent). The meeting will include remarks by Dr. Gangel and Rappahannock r County School Board Chair Rosa Crocker, and presentations by Edward Kelly, President-elect of the Virginia Association of School Superintendents and Lucy S. Beauchamp, Chairman of the Virginia Consortium for Adequate Resources in Education. In his report, Dr. Gangel also discussed a proposed cur- riculum leadership plan, designed to support changes in the school system necessitated by the State Standards of Accreditation and Standards of Learning. He noted that States standards now make learning compulsory as well as attendance, and that this mandate requires that the school system direct efforts to curriculum development and oversight. Dr. Gangel proposed retaining a "curriculum employee," and provided a draft job description for the Board's review. Co-Assistant Superintendent Raines reported that the Class of 2000 year The Perfect Gift : On The Morning Side of The Blue Ridge l t Copies available at the l Rappahannock News Office • 249 Main St. : Washington, VA $11.95 + tax ; . (add $1.90 for shipping and handling) Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION IIH Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975 mi mli itfi I EVERYONE CAN SHOP THE CO-OP! Year-End Farm Supply & 'ftyaftuf 'ZMedcuf, End of the Year Savings on Your Farm Supply Needs! On sale thru Dec. 30, 2000 Universal ' DELUXE POLY MINERAL FEEDER ^169.95 3) fmpw KEYSTONE BARBED WIRE I *32.95/roll Apache 150 Bu. 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Mr. Raines also reported on progress of the senior class trip, noting that he had selected bus travel over air travel, and that fifty-five out of sixty-six in the senior class had signed up for the trip, and that the trip would cost $218 per student, • compared to nearly twice that for last year’s trip. Dr. Gangel introduced the upcoming budget process through a discussion of his budget philosophy. He said that when working on the budget he starts with salaries, and has already investigated the salary plans of other local jurisdictions to ensure that Rappahannock could plan to remain competitive. He said that Culpeper and Madison are seeking to start teacher salaries at $30,000, and that other jurisdictions are planning increases of from 7 percent plus a step to 15 percent. The Board appeared to be in general agreement that the budget process should target excellence and competitiveness, and he will develop the budget on that basis. School athletics update Athletic Director Jon Smythe reported on the progress of the schools' athletic program. He said that enough excitement was generated early on, and that that has resulted in 130 students having signed up for winter sports. He also reported on the success of Alumni night and the Pep Rally, and on the motivation and enthusiasm of the students. Paul Gall, President of the Rappahannock County School Sports Association (RCSSA), also shared his enthusiasm for the schools’ athletics programs and the progress made this year. He noted that seven of this year's athletes are straight A students, and another twenty-seven are A-B students. He also reported that Fauquier County Hospital and Bob Darby had contributed a total of $20,000 for a weight room, and that another $7,000 had been raised at the golf tourney and at the “haunted house.” He also discussed RCSSA plans to support the new athletic fields, and told the board that they should “be aware of the fact that it is Mr. Smythe’s vision that we are all pursuing.” Student representative report According to Student Representative to the Board, Jeff Simeon, "... morale in the school is really high.” He said that “everybody is having a good time” and noted that the recent Homecoming Dance was “one of the nicest dances I've ever been to.” <y? BTTunl (Bounty/ (BAzidlmaj al (9allandj BPlanlalson November 18 * December 30 oin us to celebrate the holidays! Steeped in 190 years of history, Oatlands will come alive with the traditional decor and festivities of a southern yuletide. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m to 4:30 p.m. and Sundays 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and students (12-16), children 6-11 $1, and children 5 and under arc free. Oatlands1 renowned candlelight tours begin on Saturday, November 25 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and continue December 2,9, and 16. Candlelight admission is $10 for adults, seniors and students, and $3 for children under 12. (Closed Dec. 24 & 25.) ..,, Christmas teas will be served Thursday through Saturday during the Christmas holidays. Reservations are required. Cost is $12.50 plus tax for the tea and $5 for the tour. Visit the Oatlands Carriage House Gift Shop for special and unique holiday gifts. Open all hours listed above. Oatlands is located just six miles south of Leesburg on Route 15. Call 703-777-3174 for information. Group tour rates are available. SOL recommendations RCHS teacher Brion Patterson presented a faculty committee s recommendations on SOL-related "Promotion, Retention, and Acceleration. The recommendations, with the addition of a addendum by the Superintendent, were adopted as a school regulation, and were endorsed unanimously by the School Board. The recommendations, as summarized, provide course credits for graduation when a course has been passed and the SOL test passed, and when the course has been passed but the SOL test failed, but do not provide credits in cases where the SOL test has been passed and the course failed or, obviously, when both have been failed. The recommendations also provide for incentives including exam exemption in the event a student passes an SOL test (and scores are received in time), and grade point bonuses for SOL test passing. Other Activities • The School Board unanimously approved a revised calendar for the 2001-2002 school; year. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B4 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 December 13, 2000 Countryside www.timescommuntty. '.com! itiauu; CmzEN of the Week Robert (Robbie) Lee Fincham Jr. Family: Son of Robert and Marcia Fincham of Sperryville. *1 have a brother, Paul; two sisters, Crystal and Peggy and my grandfather, Paul Robinson also lives with us." He is also the grandson of Lillie Fincham of Sperryville. Occupation: Jailor at Rappahannock County Sheriff's Office Hometown: Sperryville Points in between: "I was bom at Culpeper Memorial Hospital, however I have lived in Sperryville all of my life. Education: A 1997 graduate of Rappahannock County High School and a 1999 graduate of the Rappahannock Criminal I Justice Academy. Community: "I have been a volunteer with the "Shop with a Deputy" program for the last two years and enjoy this community involvement to kick off the holiday season and to help make a difference in the life of a child and/or family." "I also participated in last year's DARE DAY and feel that this program is vital to our county students." Church: Member of Thornton Gap Regular Baptist Church Interests: Hunting, fishing and classic cars Hardest/most important job: "I think my hardest job is being an older brother. I am always trying to make the right decisions and do the right things so I can be a good role model for my siblings and also to the community in which I live." Accomplishments: "I am glad to be a part of the Rappahannock Sheriff's Office and feel with my background knowledge of the county and a desire to stay in this community and serve the people here, I can be an asset to my native county." Brief New calendar features SNP The Shenandoah National Park Year 2001 Calendar, featuring the beauty of Shenandoah National Park, is now available. The 12 color photos in this calendar depict the park in all seasons, with scenes of sunrise and sunset, spring mountain laurel and autupin's brilliantly colored leaves, white-tailed deer, waterfalls, snow and ice, and more. Within the monthly grids, historic dates and tidbits of information are noted, for example, the date in 1936 when President Roosevelt dedicated the park; the date of the death of Annie Shenk, the last remaining life-resident within the park; the date of the first National Park Service employee hired at Shenandoah and many more. The calendar is jointly produced by the Shenandoah Natural History Association and the park concessioner, ARAMARK. The calendars, which retail for $8.99 are available from the Shenandoah Natural History Association at 540-999-3582 or locally from the Old Sperryville Bookshop in Sperryville. A familiar flash of red d'j By Jim Bywaters Rappahannock News Writer Ask a group of people what their favorite bird is, and most likely someone will say, "A Cardinal". The Northern Cardinal, also referred to by many as a "Red Bird", is a unique combination of color, song, and a friendly character. It is said that Cardinals are named after the Cardinals of the Catholic Church who wear red robes. Cardinals, (Cardinalis cardinalis), are commonly seen in backyards in the eastern half of the United States. More states • have adopted the Northern Cardinal as their state bird than any other bird. These states are Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. Their range is primarily in the South, East and Midwest, although a few have been reported in California. We are fortunate that the Cardinal is a very common and welcomed visitor in our yards and at our feeders. The male's bright red plumage is undoubtedly familiar to most county residents and the clarity of his varied calls can not be missed. The male has a black patch around his beak and an easily recognizable tufted topnotch. Even the female, whose plumage is a duller red with brown, is an accomplished singer. Their variable call, a loud "cheer, cheer, cheer or purty, purty, purty," is sung by both sexes and can be heard year round, sometimes as a duet. Cardinals are non-migratory, but some movement does occur in the later summer and fall. You can attract Cardinals to your backyard birdfeeder by offering black-oiled sunflower seed and cracked corn. They will also eat safflower, bread, nutmeats and peanut butter mixes. Watch as they feed their mates at your feeder, especially during the spring and into the summer. Also for your Cardinals, plant some shrubs with berries as well as some dense shrubs where they may nest and raise their young. Cardinals have cone shaped bills adapted to eating seeds of all sorts. In the wild, this bird has a L Photo from John Trott Na^ PURTY, PURTY, PURTY: Cardinals abound in almost every yard in Rappahannock County. This photograph is from! a set belonging to the late John Trott. Additional sets of Mr. Trott's photos may be purchased at the Rappahannock? News office at 249 Main Street in Washington. Eight beautiful color photos sell for $5 and would be a perfect gift foi? anyone. X. varied diet of fruit, seed, and insects. Feeding mainly on the ground in the open and nesting in thickets, the Northern Cardinal is well suited to garden areas. They frequent woodland edges, thickets, brushy swamps and garden suburbs. Attractive garden plants include brambles, sumac, cherry, dogwood, grape, mulberry, blueberry, elderberry and the tulip tree, to name a few. Many of these are also used for nesting. Cardinals mate for life. When you see one, look closely into the trees, bushes, or brush for the other. 1 They prefer a dense area, such as a thicket or thickly branched tree to make their nest of twigs and grass. The female will lay three to five eggs and incubate them. During this time her mate brings her food. When the young Cardinals can fly the adult male watches over them while the adult female begins a second brood. Northern Cardinal populations are increasing, and their range is expanding northward and westward. There can be little doubt that the popularity of backyard bird feeding is contributing to the population and range increases of the Northern Cardinal and many other bird species that may have otherwise vanished without a helping hand! Our county residents are fortunate to be able to view such a variety of feathered friends at thefiC feeder or in their yard. At this time of year when gift giving is common consider a bird* house or feeder for someone specisSS Prices vary depending on the bird* house or feeder you choose. Justj; small bag of birdseed scattered your yard where it can be vie\ from inside will bring hours entertainment once the area bir<& find it. JJJ; Feeding birds does not have tg be expensive. A simple pine cone csss be spread with peanut butter arf& rolled in mixed bird seed then huijj£ on a tree branch. This is a simplgff fun project when inside on a cog day and the birds will love it alsofS __3 istJC fwl 8 I Voices of the children By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer What began as an exercise in guiding school c n i i a r e n through the process of song writing has blossomed into a comm u n i t y - driven effort ji to produce an It album of kid- ff written v A songs. Paul Reisler, whose u music and song 1 camps have -J energized and ff enlightened k local and international music ^ lovers, writers * and musicians, spent the past year develoDine a collec tion of songs with 600 public and private school children in the County. All of the songs—some fifty in total—were written by Paul and kids at the County's public schools, the Hearthstone school, his song camp, and one by Maestro Lorin and Dietlinde Maazel's son, Orson. The significance of the songs— "they're not throwaways," he said— has prompted him to gather the community in an effort to produce and distribute* an album of eighteen of those songs. Fortunately, the County is ripe with talent, and Paul has signed-on Steve Van Dam of the Everything band and Scottish-born rocker and sound engineer Smiggy Smith as his production team, and enlisted a concert hall's worth of musicians to record a song or two each. Among those who have agreed are Rappahannock blues legend John Jackson; the Everything band; The OK’s with Smiggy Smith, Bill Abernathy, Terry Waggener, and Andrew Smith; Miranda Hope and Charlie Wines; Paul Reisler and Diane Bardwell; Cooter's Garage Band; the Robert Glasker Blues Band; the Eclectics; Tom Espinola and Lorraine Duisit; Raphael Lorenzo; Carson Blanton; Micah Solomon: Linda Orfila: Karen Henderson; and retired Marine Corps Band Leader J o h n Bourgeois to provide brass arrange* ments. The kids too will have a role in the production, nrnviHina 1 their voices in a children’s chorus and background effects for various songs. And, undoubtedly, they will provide more of that unbridled energy that gave birth to the songs in the first place. Steve Van Dam said that the team is in the process of matching songs and artists, and expects to begin scheduling studio time in midJanuary. After recording has been completed processing will commence, and it is expected that the CD will be released before the end of this school year. The CD release will be celebrated at a Release Concert at a venue to be determined. The album, as yet untitled, will be distributed first in Rappahannock County and then, if other localities have the good sense to hear Rappahannock voices, it will be distributed on a broader scale. Proceeds from the sale of the album will be directed to the public schools and to Hearthstone for arts enrichment. This is a community effort and a collaborative process, and one that will assuredly be a success. The progress of the album will be tracked on a web site to be developed, and assistance is sought from the community for that web site development work. Rappahannock folks interested in assisting can contact Steve Van Dam at steveverything@aol.com. Rev. John R. Pendleton honored at the Promise Land Baptist Church rmissinmaituai By Lillian Aylor Rappahannock News Writer A service of praise and gratitude was given on Friday, Nov. 17 to show our love and appreciation to Rev. John Ross Pendleton, who retired from Promise Land Baptist Church after 25 years of dedicated service. The theme for this program was "Lord Make Me A Blessing”. This special service was co-coordinated by Lillian Aylor with the help of the officers, members and the chairman of the food committee of Promise Land. Rev. Forrest L. Freeman, son of the church and pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, Amissville served as worship leader. A dynamic community choir which consisted of choir members and musicians from Flint Hill Methodist Church, Macedonia Baptist Church, Flint Hill; Bethel Baptist, Amissville; First Baptist, Washington; Hopewell Baptist, Sperryville; Shiloh Baptist, Woodville; Na::aret> Baptist, Boston; Mt. Calvary Baptist, Haywood; Christian Fellowship Church, Bealeton and Promise Land Baptist Church Senior choir, Men's Chorus end Young Adult Men, directed by Mrs. Alfreds Dean. Many moving and spirited songs were sung including one of Rev. Pendleton's favorites "Somebody Woke Me Up Another Day ". The church was filled to capacity with many of his minister friends and friends from other churches who came to wish him well. Rev. Henry A. Townes, pastor of Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville, delivered a soul-stirring message, very appropriate for this occasion and this man of God. In his opening remarks, he said Rev. Pendleton was a great soldier of the cross, a great friend of man, a great lover of souls of men, "you are a spirited figure, you are God's child and a preacher of the gospel of Jesus Christ, this gives you high honors, you are respected and loved as a pastor, just look o' around you." The Scriptural Text « was taken from Isaiah 22:23. ;* Rev. Pendleton was compared g to the servant Eliakim, one of ■»* God's men who did not hesitate to & go against the odds to fulfill his Jj commission. People of God should be anchored steadfastly. £ During Rev. Pendleton's pas- **• torship, many souls were convert- ~ ed, one pastor ordained, several £ deacons ordained and deaconess £ consecrated. We now hold services * twice a month rather than one. He •,. and Sister Mable Pendleton aided “ 1 in organizing a wonderful Men's ; Chorus, a beautiful young Adult ; Chorus and a dedicated Usher ' Board. » ! Many repairs and remodeling * : were done to the old church before [ we decided to build a new church. » ■ During all these repairs, remodel- * i ing and building, Pastor u1 Pendleton was with us all the way, 4-; both physically and financially. ;;: Our new church was dedicated in ^ 1986. Most recently we purchased «* I new tables and chairs for the din- » ing room. ,1 Pastor Pendleton’s services did . 1 not stop with the church, he visit- « j ed our homes and communed with >members when they were unable * to attend church. He visited the hospitals, and was always willing to lend a helping hand whenever - and wherever there was a need. ^ He attended all meetings and J functions within the Wayland ; Blue Ridge Baptist Association, Inc. until the illness of his wife and he could no longer travel to these functions. In all of Rev. Pendleton's accomplishments lie had a loving and supportive First Lady by his side.

—" ' . ■ “ - — Church (jb Activities feiMib J Christmas luncheon planned A covered dish Christmas luncheon will be held at Forest Grove Baptist Church on Sunday, Dec. 17 following the morning service. Bring your favorite dish to share. Sunday School will begin at 10 a.m., followed by morning worship at 11. For additional information call 937-4134 or 540-752-7281. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Cantata set at Washington Baptist The Washington Baptist Church Adult Choir will present the Christmas musical, “Journey of Hope: The Birth of the Savior" on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 11 a.m. For those unable to attend on Sunday, a second presentation will be given Monday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. All are invited. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Roger L. Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston > Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Thursday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. Willis Chapel to present play A Christmas play titled "A Christmas Greeting" will be presented Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. at the Willis Chapel United Methodist Church in Huntly. Everyone is invited."We would appreciate a can of food for the needy as your entrance fee," said an organizer. Mt. Lebanon Baptist Pastor: Dallas Smith Sunday: Adult Bible School/Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study 8 p.m. Wednesday. Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses F. T. plans Christmas dinner F.T. Baptist Church on Route 707 will host a Christmas dinner at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 17 at the church. A praise service featuring lots of talent will follow the dinner. Everyone is invited. Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Si nday School 9:45 a.m. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Richard S. Gordon Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Monday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Shiloh Baptist Pastor:Michael E. Tinsley Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. New Harvest Christian Fellowship The New Harvest Christian Fellowship meets at the Viewtown Store with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and morning worship at 10:30. A mid-week service is held in various homes in the community. For more information call 937-9993. FT Baptist Rev. Randy Maki Sunday: Sunday School 10 a m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Dec. 17 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. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharst 8 a m Morning Pravei 9' IS a m. Christmas Pageant Rehearsal 10 a.m. Morning Prayer & Christmas Fageant 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Program at Thornton's Gap Thornton's Gap Regular Baptist Church will have their Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Goff Secona & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Play at Fellowship Assembly The Fellowship Assembly of God will be presenting their Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. All are invited. Mr. and Mrs. John CLark Bowman-Clark exchange vows John Stacey Clark and Dawn Kimberly Bowman exchanged wedding vows in a quiet ceremony on Nov. 3. The double ring ceremony was performed by Peter Luke. The bride wore a satin veeneck sleeveless gown which featured a cathedral train and matching head piece. She carried a bouquet of peach roses and baby’s breath. A reception to celebrate the occasion was held on Nov. 4 at the Sperryville Fire Hall. The bride is the daughter of Mary D. Bowman of Front Royal and step-daughter of John H. Peyton Jr. of Madison. The bride has a daughter, Jessica, who is eight. She is the granddaughter of Edna Peyton of Madison and the late John Peyton Sr. and the late Floyd and Charlotte Bowman. The groom is the son of John and Linda Clark of Washington. He is a grandson of Mrs. Dorothy Ralls of Washington and the late Ike Ralls and grandson of the late John Marshall Clark and Irene Pullen Clark. He is a step-grandson of Mrs. Dorothy Clark of Sperryville. Mrs. Patty Hottinger of ! Front Royal cut and served the cake. Ms. Linda Welk of Front Royal and Miss Amanda Clark, sister of the groom, of Washington served the punch. Entertainment was provided by D.J. Randy Clark with the D.J. Connection in Front Royal. The groom is employed by Hampton Stock Farm in Washington. The bride is employed by the Child Care and Learning Center. The couple will reside in Washington. Looking for holiday events? Visit our web site at www.timespapers.com Fruit baskets to be. delivered Dec. 21 Happy holidays everyone! The time is getting close for good Ole St. Nick to make his visit. Is everybody ready? Probably not, only two more weeks left. Lets not forget the true meaning of the holiday season. The Amissville Community Christmas will be delivering the Christmas boxes for the needy on Thursday, Dec. 21 starting around 11 a.m. We will also be delivering fruit baskets and poinsettias. If you know of someone in need or shut in, please contact Mrs. Hackley at 9374822 or Charlie Priest at 937-4072 or you can e-mail me or call me. All names will be held in strict confidence. The Amissville Ruritan Club, Amissville Baptist Church, Bethel Baptist Church, Amissville United Methodist Church, and Amissville United Methodist Women as well as others in the community do this wonderful project every year. Your support is greatly appreciated. The Amissville Baptist Church Choir will be having its Christmas Cantata with the childrens Nativity Sunday morning Dec. 17 at 11. The Rejoicers Choir will have its Christmas program on Sunday at 7 p.m., followed by refreshments and bags of old fashioned Christmas candy. The Bethel Baptist Church is having its program on Sunday morning during Amissville By AMY HITT 937*3401, i their worship service. The Amissville United Methodist Church is having their Christmas program on Sunday as well. The children are putting on a play called "The Inn". The program will begin at 7 p.m., refreshments will be served and Santa will be there as well. The AACA will be holding its monthly meeting on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. at the Methodist Church. On the agenda are the Amissville Park and a walking trail/path for the village of Amissville. For more information on the park you can contact Jack Hardgrove at 937-7779. Sympathy is extended to the family of .H.D. "Dick" Bywaters. A little hello to Mrs. Jamesly Dennis and speedy recovery to Thelma Colvin who is back in the Fauquier Hospital. Remember the true meaning of Christmas, love and kindness to your fellow man, and that Jesus, our Lord and Savior was bom on Christmas Day. Have a great week! Viewtown highlights Billy Dodson and Tanya of Culpeper were Saturday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Settle. Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Frazier have moved to their new home in Madison. We wish them much happiness there. Mrs. Becky Frazier of Eggbomsville was a Friday guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. Sympathy goes out to the following people: the Hackley family on the death of Mrs. Bertie Hackley last week; the Woodward family on the death of J.T. Woodward and to the Wharton family on the death of Mrs. Mattie Wharton. Our prayers go out to Mr. Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON 937-4904 Ray Cannon, hope he is feel- j ing better. 1 Also to Mrs. Janet Cook who has been in the hospital and also Mrs. Peggy Menefee who is a patient in Fauquier Hospital. Have a great week and give me a call with your news. 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. 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Cemetery trip enjoyed by residents We had planned a cemetery trip with friends last Saturday. The top of the 'mountain was covered with snow and it was a cold brisk morning, but an ideal day for being outdoors. We were to meet in Gid Brown Hollow at 10 a.m., and go to the old Clatterbuck and •Norman cemeteries. There was a Joseph Boston Norman who had served in the Civil War and was buried there without any marker. If you can provide the correct information about where they are buried the Veterans Administration will provide a marker or a stone. They will furnish markers for all the unmarked graves of veterans who have served their country from the Revolutionary War to the present. They do not provide the base on which the marker is placed. Those present were Mrs. Mary Wiley, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Norman, Mr. Mike Jackson from Linden, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Burke (descendants of Joseph B. Norman), Mr. Wayne Baldwin and Sally Keyser. It was one of those unique cemeteries where they did not have regular tombstones, only rocks. If you are not observant you can miss the names or the initials that have been chis Sperryville By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 ,.,n, fn ■ ■.MiM.n.n mu .il eled on the rocks. We did not spend much time on top of the hill at the cemetery because it was very windy. They soon decided on the best place for his marker. A stake was driven into the ground to indicate where the marker would be placed when the weather permits. There had been alot of talk and interest about the "Norman Flats." Some had other commitments for later on in the day, so those that continued were Mary Wiley, Mike Jackson, Wayne Baldwin and Sally Dwyer. Mary Wiley had gone to Richmond and gotten a map that showed the boundaries of the "Flats." It ran from a cliff on Little Devil Stairs to the top of the Blue Ridge. It was in the vicinity of Little Hogback Mountain. Their ancestors, James and Lucy Gore Norman had been given a grant from Governor Giles of Virginia in 1829 for 184 acres of land. We had to go up Keyser Run Road, or as some of the old maps call it Covers Road, to get where we could distinguish the "Flats." This was a very unusual day because the mountain does play tricks with the weather. The farther we traveled the more snow we ran into. The trees and weeds looked like Mother Nature had turned everything into patterns of what looked like lace. The road was covered with snow in places with only a few tracks from the hikers we met earlier. They were enjoying the beauty of the day as well as we were. We had to stop quite a few times and remove the fallen trees and limbs from the road. Wayne had come prepared with an ax and clippers. He had learned this from previous times. We stopped at the Bolen cemetery, I had never been there in the winter. It is such a beautiful and peaceful place. When we came to just the right opening in the road, we could see the "Norman Flats," a long flat in the mountain slope. This area was also part of the Tuscarora Indian trail. Mary knew this was where her ancestors, James and Lucy Norman owned land. It will never look as beautiful as it did this day in the snow. This was another great day in finding out more about our heritage. When we returned to Sperryville we were glad to enjoy hot coffee and lunch at the "Appetite Repair," and recapture our days events. For those of you who belong to the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Mary Wiley has written an article to be in the March 2001 issue about her Civil War relatives, James Gideon Norman who is buried in Fairview Cemetery in Culpeper, and his brother Joseph Boston Norman whom she will get a marker for when the weather permits. They were both bom to James and Lucy Norman. Ms. Martha Alther and Ms. Louise Barkley of Front Royal were visitors on Wednesday of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser. Ms. Debbie Keyser and Mrs. Sally Keyser spent Friday shopping in Front Royal. Our condolences to the families of Charles Dodson, Roy W. Thomas Jr. and Annie Mae Dodson. Call me with your news and make it a good week. Washington Baptist to present Cantata "Journey of Hope-The Birth of the Savior" is the title of this year’s Christmas Cantata at the Washington Baptist Church. It will be presented on Sunday, Dec. 17 at the 11 a.m. worship service. A repeat of the same cantata will be featured on Monday night, Dec. Woodville Baptist family enjoyed holiday dinner Woodville Baptist Church had their Christmas dinner on Sunday night catered by The Country Cafe of Washington. Good food and fellowship was enjoyed by all. Daniel and Bessie Norman visited Kinsey Wharton, who "is in a nursing home in Leesburg. Keep him in your prayers. On Sunday night Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Norman were 'invited to dinner by Steve and "Teresa Norman of Front Royal and Ken and Fran Norman of Washington at Bistro 1 Restaurant in Front Royal to celebrate all their wedding anniversaries. Saturday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Falls #were Rev. and Mrs. Starke Jones, Mary Clarke, Cecil Baldwin and Wilhelmia Price. 1 Sunday luncheon guests of Mr- and Mrs. James Falls i.were Edie, Tim, Sam and ;Robert Falls and Barry • Ferguson. I! Samantha Falls had the misfortune to break her leg last Sunday. Keep her in your prayers. Condolences are sent to ,the Roy Thomas family by Marriage License ;• The following marriage '< license was recorded recently ! at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Jeffrey Mitchell Simpson, i Sperryville and Julie Marie ! Yamall, Sperryville. SWIM? It’s never too late to learn how to swim. Just call us and sign up for a Red Cross swimming class. SINK + American Red Cross Woodville , ; ' I^JUNECtARK . 987-8827 f: heir Woodville neighbors and riends at Five Forks Baptist Church. Woodville Baptist Church s having a Christmas play on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Have a great week! 18 at 7 p.m. for those who could not attend on Sunday morning. On Saturday afternoon Sarah Brown entertained eight family members and friends with a luncheon and birthday cake for her daughter Amanda's 20 birthday. Happy birthday to Mrs. Lynn Smoot of Harris Hollow Road who will have her day on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Donald Keyser of Alexandria visited his mother Mrs. Addie Keyser on Saturday. Charles Clark of Manassas was a Tuesday visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Mrs. Jean B. Moffett spent from Friday until Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Page Moffett and family in Leesburg. Saturday evening Mrs. Ruth Clark visited Mr. and Mrs. Tim Falls, Samantha and Robert in Woodville. Mrs. Marilyn M. Bailey was among those attending the pot luck supper at the Town Hall and lighting of the Christmas tree in town on Sunday night. The youth of the Looking For A Tax Deduction? Consider a vehicle donation... All donations''^.*,/are tax deductible. Cars should be in fair condition or requiring minimal repairs. Contact: Fauquier Department of Social Services 540-347-2316 Washington By RUTH CLARK 8 67S-3608 Washington Baptist Church will go Christmas caroling on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 17 at 3:30. Afterwards the group will return to the church for supper and a party. Have a great 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 Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures '.1 , ' »y.m " I'.! IJIV".''"' Announcing our new location in Culpeper 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor • ♦ *: .. : ; ... • (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) - ; .V-V EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION - V !■ Providing Affordable, Qualify Legal Sendees Since 1975 Upcoming Events Flu Clinic planned j A flu clinic will be held on Thursday, Dec. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. I at the Rappahannock County Health Department. Cost is $10 for J the public and Medicare Part B/Medicaid is free. The Health 1 Department is located at 491 Main Street, Washington. ! I Basketball Tournament slated j The Rappahannock County High School Athletic Department { will host an Alumni Tournament on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 29 • and 30 at the high school gymnasium. Players are needed to fill ! teams in a men's and women's bracket. J There will be a $10 registration fee per player which must be J paid in advance. Players will be issued and allowed to keep their ■ uniform shirt. ! Alumni interested in playing or in being a team captain/coach J should contact Kelly Settle at RCHS 987-8575. Please contact ; Mrs. Settle by Dec. 15 so players can be assigned to teams. ' Proceeds from this event, to include registration fees will be ! used to support RCHS athletic programs. | I Registration underway i Old Dominion University's Distance Learning program begins ' their Spring Semester at Lord Fairfax Community College on I Jan. 6. Registrations are currently being taken for spring class- J es. Courses are offered in Education and Teacher ' Recertification, Business, Counseling and Engineering. For more ! information call 351-1572. i I I Holiday drive underway at RCES i In an attempt to help children realize that giving can be as j rewarding as receiving, a Christmas food and school supplies > drive has been organized at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Participation is voluntary and the families receiving the J supplies will remain anonymous. Following are some suggested items for this drive: School ! supplies, notebooks, pencils, crayons, coloring books, puzzles, J books, canned goods, soup, drinks, cereal, mittens, hats, J scarves, paper towels, sewing kit, first aid supplies, soap, tooth- • brushes and toothpaste. ! Drop off boxes will be in the lobby of the Rappahannock J Elementary School before and after school now through Dec. 18. J Please contact Mrs. Candy Lamma with any questions at 987- • 8259. ! Ragged Mountain activities set The Ragged Mountain Resource Center will be coordinating the following activities in December 2000: Saturday, Dec. 16: Women’s Hike Series, Destination: White Oak Canyon Falls, meet at Mountainside Market, 987-9100 on US 211 in Sperryville between 8:30-9 a.m., and carpool to the trailhead at Berry Hollow. Bring food/water for self and dress according to the weather of the day. Plan to return by 1 p.m. Hike is free, although donations to support RMRC's programs are appreciated. Contact hike leader Mary Boudreau at 987-9300 for further information. We will also be coordinating clean-ups of older dump sites and other events into the next year, such as: Native Planting Programs: Surveys of damage and health in the SNP after recent fires; Surveys of older, notable trees; Establishment of a Quick Response Citizen Task Force: and much more. Call Hunt Harris at 987-3366 for additional information. Bloodmobile coming Start the New Year off by coming to the Washington Fire Hall on Jan. 4 between the hours of 3 and 7 p.m. to donate blood to the American Red Cross. During the holidays, the Red Cross faces critical shortages of blood. This would be an excellent chance for Rappahannock County residents to give the gift of life to those in need. The Bloodmobile is sponsored by the Family and Community Educators. Women's Community bible Study set A Women’s Community Bible Study meeting at the Amissville United Methodist Church will begin meeting weekly on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 9:30 a.m. The study will be on Luke, using the Kay Arthur Study series. Nursery is provided. All women are welcome. For more information call K Adams at 937-4397. Front Royal Oratorio to celebrate The Front Royal Oratorio Society invites everyone to a performance on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Front Royal Presbyterian Church. The society has a gift for everyone, an exciting concert of beautiful music, Magnificat by John Rutter and Gloria by Antonio Vivaldi. Director George Amos is bringing the RMA chorus to sing, a real event with wonderful soloists and instrumental accompaniment. Free admission and for more information call Ann Andersen at 622-6974. Musical reenactment planned Former Rappahannock County resident, Tina Liza Jones, who now resides in Riner, Va. will be the second artist-in-residence at RCES. Her residence will extend through Dec. 14, when she will teach American folk songs from the 1700's to kindergarten through second grade students. Using guitar, violin, banjo, dulcimer and other folk instru-. ments, she will also direct student performances at the second reenactment on Dec. 14 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Parents and the community are invited to attend any of her classroom sessions and the evening performance/reenactment. A call to artists j The Middle Street Gallery, a non-profit artists' cooperative in ! Washington is planning their 2000 Holidays show focusing on ; the art of gift giving. The show will run through the month of ; December. "We are excited about having work by new artists as ; well as those who have shown with us before," said an organiz- ! er. Submitted work will be juried by gallery members. ! There will be no fee. A 40 percent (30 percent for members) ; gallery commission will be deducted from all sales. There is no 1 limit to the number of pieces submitted, but keep in mind that this ' show focuses on holiday gifts. The Middle Street Gallery ! reserves the right to reject any work not meeting its standards, j Required entry forms are available by calling 675-2355. Leave * name, address and a form will be mailed to you. Forms can also ! be picked up by stopping by the gallery. | Youth Alive! I Exciting news for youth, ages 10-18 of the Culpeper and < Rappahannock areas. Come join us at Youth Alive of Amissville, ! an exciting new youth ministry with contemporary Christian ; music and awesome Bible teaching. Youth Alive meets at the ; Viewtown Store on Saturdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Subs, pizza, : snacks and drinks will be available for purchase following the ! meeting. For more information call Kent and Mary Jo Willoughby J at 937-4929 or Duane and Joyce Willoughby at 937-5210. J Shooting match every Friday A shooting match will be held every Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Company. Rules are: 12 | gauge shotguns, only restriction 36 inch barrels and 25 yards. ; Foir additional information call 937-4110. !

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Merlin Shorb and Rev. Jimmy Burke officiating. Miss Sealock was bom Oct. 26, 1917 in Rappahannock County, a daughter of the late James Daniel and Flora Dulin Sealock. She was the oldest member of Willis Chapel. She worked 25 years at Avtex in the cloth room and for more than 20 years at the Appalachian Inn, which was at Chester Gap. She is. survived by one sister, Lillian S. Fox of Front Royal and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by six brothers and three sisters. Pallbearers were James Granville Fox, Chris Johns, Robbie Johns, Alan Fox, J. Fox and Bruce MoniSmith. Honorary pallbearers were Junior Williams, Bobby Souder and the girls that took care of her at Royal Haven Rest Home. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Willis Chapel Cemetery Fund, do Bonnie Hahn, 48 Homestead Knoll Lane, Huntly, Va. 22640. J.T. Woodward Jr. Farmer John Thomas Woodward Jr., 75, of Castleton died Monday, Dec. 4 at Culpeper Regional Hospital. He was bom May 13, 1925 in Rappahannock County, a son of the John T. Woodward and Lena Mae Hoffman Woodward. He was a retired farmer and a charter member of Castleton Volunteer Fire Department. Mr. Woodward was a member of the Gourdvine Baptist Church and a former Superintendent of Sunday School. Survivors include his wife, Melzie S. Woodward of Castleton; a son, John Henry Woodward Sr. and his wife Peggy of Castleton; four daughters, Darlene Conover and her husband Clint of Lima, Ohio, Diane Myers and her husband Jackie of Rixeyville, Dale Grimsley and her husband Walter of Castleton and Donna Sheads and her husband Randy of Rixeyville. Also surviving are ten grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren and a brother, Roger S. Woodward and his wife Wilda of Alexandria. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, Dec. 7 at Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper with the Rev. John Miller and Rev. Marshall Braylo. Burial was at Fairview Cemetery. Grandsons served as pallbearers. Memorial contributions may be made to: Castleton Volunteer Fire Department, 593 Castleton View Road, Castleton, Va. or to the Gourdvine Baptist Church, 6567 Eggbornsville Road, Rixeyville, Va. Anna Crawford Government worker Anna Mae Crawford, 94, of Culpeper died on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at Culpeper Regional Hospital. She was born on June 12, 1906 in Rappahannock County, a daughter of the late Claude Gore and Annie Compton Gore. Mrs. Crawford was retired from the Federal Government. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Nellie Wells of Silver Spring, Md. and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Friday, Dec. 8 at Clore-English Funeral Home by the Rev. L. Starke Jones. Interment followed at Fairview Cemetery. Malissa Lytle Born in Fauquier Malissa Ellen Clater Lytle, 52, of Westlake Village, Calif., died on Sunday, Dec. 3. 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Clater Jr. of Amissville and eight grandchildren. She was predeceased by her grandparents, J. Arthur and Gladys B. Judd of Kimball and Isaac and Mary Clater of Rappahannock County. Funeral services were held at the LDS Chapel in Westlake Village on Dec. 5. A memorial celebration was held Dec. 8 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Chapel in Warrenton. Burial followed at Beahm's Chapel Cemetery in Luray. Floyd Riley Sr. Retired farmer Floyd Edward Riley Sr., 88, of Chester Gap died Thursday, Dec. 7 in Lynn Care Center in Front Royal. Memorial services will be private. Mr. Riley was bom May 9, 1912 in Rappahannock County, son of Tom and Lizza Foster Riley. He was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corp who helped build Skyline Drive and was a retired farmer. He was married to the late Ida Mae Smoot Riley. Survivors are two sons, Frank E. Riley of Chester Gap and Floyd E. Riley Jr. of Winchester; a brother, P.J. Riley of White Post; five grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren and two greatgreat-granddaughters. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, MidAtlantic Affiliate, memorials & Tributes Processing Center, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058-5216. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Mattie Wharton Front Royal resident Mattie M. Wharton, 90, of Front Royal, died Friday, Dec. 8 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home. She was bom Feb. 23, 1910 in Virginia to the late Clark Corbin and Betty Jenkins Corbin. Mrs. Wharton was a member of Hope Hill Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, Howard R. Wharton and his wife Pauline and a grandson Eugene R. Wharton and his wife Wanda, all of Front Royal. Additional survivors include three sisters, Dor^ Carter and Mary Weakley, both of Culpeper and Lizzie Switzer of Castleton. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Howard S. Wharton. Funeral services were conducted on Sunday, Dec. 10 at Found & Sons Chapel with Pastor Milton Switzer officiating. Interment followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers were James Wharton, Robert Wharton, Jessie Wharton, Daniel Norman, Milton Switzer Jr., and Charlie Hawkins. Contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork St., Winchester, Va. 22601. Charles Dodson Retired mechanic Charles William Dodson, 75, of Sperryville, died Saturday, Dec. 9 at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, W.Va. He was born on Dec. 13, 1924 in Rappahannock County to the late Waymond and Eunice Woodward. He was a retired mechanic. Survivors include two daughters, Christine Timbers of Etlan arid Darlene Updike of Slate Mills; six grandchildren; one great-grandson and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents Mr. Dodson, was predeceased by his wife Adelaide Virginia Dodson and a son Charles Elvis Dodson. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at Clore-English Funeral Home. Interment followed at Fairview Cemetery with Military Honors provided by American Legion Post 330 and VFW Post 2524 Honor Guard. Annie Dodson Born in county Annie Mae "Sisie” See OBITUARIES, Page B5

Sympathy extended to Boston families Our community extends heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Darlene Updike and Mrs. Christine Timbers and their families upon the passing of their father, Charles William Dodson, which occurred at the Veterans Hospital in Martinsburg, W.Va. on Sunday. Sympathy is also extended to Mrs. Lizzie Switzer of Castleton way, upon the loss of her sister, Mrs. Mattie Wharton who died at Heritage Hall Nursing Home on Friday and was laid to rest in Sperryville Cemetery Sunday. Condolences also go out to the family of Mr. Jessie R. Hoffman of Reva, who departed this life at his home on Sunday. May our Lord send comfort to each heart. Many hearts have been deeply touched and we covet your prayers for the family of young Roy Thomas Jr. who passed away at Culpeper Regional Hospital on Sunday. He was 24, the son Mr. and Mrs. Roy Thomas of Sperryville. Belated birthday wishes go out to Mrs. Lillian Norman of Castleton way, who celebrated another year on Monday. Happy birthday wishes go out to Dylan Thomas Norman, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Norman, who adds another year Thursday, and to Kamry Leann Peyton who celebrates her day on Monday, Dec. 18. Don't forget to keep Mr. Albert Goodall on your prayer list. Also remember Mrs. Daisy Lucas, 92, the oldest member of Black Oak Regular Baptist Church, who is a patient in Culpeper Regional Hospital as a result of a broken hip. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Obituaries From Page B4 Woodard Dodson, 90, of Sperryville died Sunday, Dec. 10 at Autumn Care Nursing Home in Madison. She enjoyed being a homemaker. Mrs. Dodson was born in Rappahannock County on May 12, 1910, a daughter of the late George C. and Norma Mae Pullin Woodard. Survivors include her niece, Jean Welch and her husband Mike and their family of Sperryville with whom she resided until going to live at Autumn Care; two nephews, George Woodard of Washington and Tommy Woodard and his wife Pam of Luray; a sister-in law, Louise Woodard of Washington; a brother-in-law, Charles Dodson and his wife Cleo of Sperryville and a cousin, Lyle Atkins of Sperryville. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Dodson was predeceased by her husband, James A. "Jim" Dodson; a brother, George E. "Ned" Woodard and a sister, Rebecca Woodard. Graveside services were conducted Dec. 12 at Fairview Cemetery by Rev. Jon Heddleston. Memorial contributions may be made to Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, P.O. Box 208, Sperryville, Va. 22740 or Sperryville Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 178, Sperryville, Va. 22740. Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Roy Thomas Jr. Sperryville resident Roy William Thomas Jr., 24, of Sperryville died Dec. 10 at Culpeper Regional Hospital after a long battle with Muscular Dystrophy. He was born April 1, 1976 in Culpeper to Roy William Thomas Sr. and Betty Lou Costello Thomas. Mr. Thomas graduated from Rappahannock County High School. He was a member of Five Forks Regular Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Phillip Allen Thomas, also of Sperryville and a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Mr. Thomas was predeceased by a brother, Eric Lee Thomas; his paternal grandparents, Roy Wood Thomas and Alice Virginia Clatterbuck Thomas and his maternal grandparents, Carroll Wilson Costello and Mildred Pierce Hawes Costello. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, Dec. 12 at Found & Sons Chapel with the Pastor Roger Smith officiating. Interment followed in Sperryville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Thomas G. Taylor, William Taylor, Andrew Dwyer, Wayne Thomas, Wade Frazier, John M. Clark III, Anthony Atkins and Stephen Frazier. Contributions may be made in his memory to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 8001 Franklin Farms Drive #107, Richmond, Va. 23288 or the Sperryville Rescue Squad, Sperryville, Va. 22740. r mJnifiLzLncj 1 by Randy 1 Minter A STAR IN THE HEAVENS If you wish to contemplate eternity, look to the heavens. At night, the stars present a twinkling tableau of the universe that shows what a small place we occupy in the enormous scheme of things. There is also something quite comforting in the blackness of night, interrupted only by the light of faraway planets and stars. For America’s foremost authority on the process of dying and grieving, Elisabeth Kubler Ross, the heavens were representative of life and death on earth. She wrote, “Watching a peaceful death of a human being reminds us of a falling star.” We each respond to loss in a different manner, as different as our families and our backgrounds. We understand that, so we offer all sorts of plans so folks can individualize their services for their loved ones. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, we believe in prearrangements, even though for many of us it’s hard to think about the end of life with our families—but what a parting gift to offer: The security that comes knowing that your loved ones are taken care of because your funeral plans are taken care of is a gift for all. Call us at 540347-3431. “In reality, man never dies- -Mary Baker Eddy il'.; li' \ i n f n a ? "Families Serving Families" Unparalleled Service Since 1830, the Benchmark of Funeral Service 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA yne English, General Manager • 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 Wa\ 'mm FOUND Family Owned & Operated Scott Found, Mgr. 540-825-3530 850 Sperryville Pike Culpeper, VA 22701 Swindler of Culpeper were Saturday evening callers of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and family on Turkey Ridge Road. Castleton Volunteer Fire Departments continue their shooting matches each Friday evening and if you enjoy these events, go out and support the fire department. The choir of New Salem Baptist Church with Mrs. Diane Lischke as director, presented their Christmas Cantata at their 11 a.m. worship services on Sunday. Elder Wayne Richards and daughter, Terry of Luray, were Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Dodson of Salem Way. Congratulations to Reva resident, Miss Danielle Wyckoff upon her outstanding achievements in community activities and academics and was chosen to appear "In The Academic Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Spotlight" for the week. A reminder to any members of the Culpeper County Business and Professional Club living in our area, that there will be a monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 18, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Aberdeen Bam. Tb one and all, take time out from your busy schedules to attend . the church Christmas programs in the area. We believe you'll receive blessings from what you see and hear. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Peregory of Front Royal were Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory and family. Friday evening guests in the home included Mr. Johnny Bragg and sons, Matthew and Mark. The Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue hold their weekly bingo fund raiser at their headquarters on Birmingham Road each Tuesday with doors opening at 5 p.m. Mrs. Ray Frazier accompanied by Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville and Miss Brenda Frazier of Culpeper were shoppers in Fredericksburg on Saturday and dined at Market Street Restaurant. Take time out for a great week as you hustle for the Christmas shopping and continue to call with your newst SINK OR SWIM? It's never too late to leant how to swim. Just call us and sign up for a Red Cross swimming class. ♦ American Red Cross Only $4.60per week fora 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline December 23 AUTO DETAIL Milton Russell Auto Detail Service, Upholstery Cleaning Car Wash, Wax *>40-937-3982 Fax 540-937-6200 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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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. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability for its failure, tor any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. The Times Newspapers are not liable for the Quality of actvertised products or services. We Accept i-^h ic ~ ]i i i r i 4 Rentals > ■ :■ Apartments fc~:~.■* »-•■■■.: ■ - 1+BR APT $550/mo Rm in Irg house $300/mo kit priv, 2 frios sec-dep required. Boston area 540-547-4859 aft 2 pm NEED A ROOMMATE to •hare 4000 sq. ft. house $570 /mo. Please call 703-7539096 FARM HOUSE. Looking to rent or buy. Any condition w/ privacy. 540636-2498. PROFESSIONAL, SINGLE Male seeking 1 Bedroom apt. or small house tq rent in the Warrenton area. Call 540-347-4222 (days). 4AAForMe V._ AMISSVILLE 4BR, 2.5 BA, full bsmt., corner lot in Wildwood Forest Sub., 10 min. fr. Warr. Like new. $244,500. 540-347-5555. WARRENTON, VA, NOW taking contracts on new section of wooded lots. $46,000,540-347-9201 /T""" ? I'.'-*■1 ■11.1S V.-; b m Lota ft . -- WwVlli ■ ■ 5 ACRE WOODED lot with pond, DC side of Warrenton. 540-3499191 ORLEAN - 3 ac. pasture $70K, 4.8ac. pasture $80K, 12.5 ac. clearable woods, spring $115K. 540-347-9201 W»Vp lHv vWPVi V— J % CORD MIXED seasoned firewood. $130, stacking is available. 703-378-5651 FREE FIREWOOD, Purcellville, Va.- trees are down, you cut, remove ASAP. Call 540-4542272 (cell phone). MIXED FIREWOOD FOR SALE $125/Cord. 540-9871153 SEASONED FIREWOOD $150/cord. Fast delivery. Also Landscaping & Tree Work 540-7881546. ANT. MAHOGANY sleigh bed w/ claw feet, double beaut. $1200/Obo. Solid maple butcher block table, 3’x5' w/ 6 breuer chairs, great cond. $300/obo. 540364-1419 7 PC. This End Up furn., brand new cushions, perfect for family, ex. cond. All for $1000/ OBO 703-818-2675 HAY - horse quality hay. Square & round bales Also round bales for cattle 540-937-5160 May Straw A FmMI HAY: 1000 ROLLS 1st cutting alfalfa: fair to poor, take all $10.00 roll. 2nd cutting beautiful, excellent. 600 rolls $30/roll, take all. 540454-2272 (cell phone), Purcellville, Va. WEED HAY, 700 lb round bales, barn-stored, 16% protein. $25/bale. 540937-7368 Culpeper Co. REG. TB, mare, Bay, 16 yrs., 16.5 hands, dressage training, $1500. 540-752-4286 1 CARAT PRINCESS cut diamond ring w/ 5 diamonds inset on each Side. $1700. 540-3491919 ext. 3646 ask for Debbie 15 PUREBRED BLACK Angus Bulls. Ray T. Cannon. 540-937-4900. CHANDELIER-Virginia Metalcrafters, Williamsburg style, solid brass, retail $3780, sell $1500. 540-349-9182. DIRECTV Mini-satellite dish $69.99 FREE INSTALATION Local channels now available! 1-800-459-7357F-11 HOSPITAL BEDS AND furniture for sale. Good cond. 540-987-8355 Iv msg if no answer. SIERRA WOODSTOVE, 30" X 17”, airtight, glass front. great shape $400. 540-364-1168 SOFA & LOVE seat, excellent cond. $400. Gas dryer, works great. $50. 540-439-0771 TORSO TRACK $200/bo. Exercise bike $70 Antique china closet & desk, make offer! After 5pm. 703-777-8592 WATERBED, QUEENSIZE, wooden frame plus sheet set $50 Call 540-439-0813, leave message HH«e. ' Wanted __i SEEKING A TRACING PROJECTOR 540347-1970 after 6 PM or 540-347-4222, days, ask for Jeanne. 273 Pet. . : - - - '"J DALMATION PUPS, AKC Mom, Beagle father, ready for Christmas. FREE to good home 540-364-6493 STANDARD POODLE, champion sired, family raised, 1st shots, dewormed, health guaranteed 540-364-3206 f V 294 Qhittwayt V___i DALMATION PUPS, AKC Mom, Beagle father, ready for Christmas. FREE to good home. 540-364-6493 FREE TO GOOD HOME, 5 yr old male beagle, likes atten., good with people. Great dog! Very sweet. 540-788-9724 after 6 PM. UPRIGHT PIANO WITH bench. Prefer charity organization or equal. Must use movers dolly. Call 540-347-7106 WANTED: CREATIVE, Loving Nanny in Leesburg, for delightful 4 yr old girl & 7 yr old twin boys, 11:30-6 M-F. Live-out, paid vacation/sick days. Refs/ reliable trans req’d. Pis call Bill 703-779-7572 (-———>1 605 AutomobH.. HONDA ACCORD 1990, EX, auto, new tires & exhaust. $3700. OBO 540-349-1842 after 6 PM. MERCEDES 300E, 86, white, AT, pwr all, sunrf, leather, am/fm cass, new brks/tires. Serv. reds. FLA car, no rust. $6900. 540-987-8597 TOYOTA COROLLA 1984, $350 Needs Work. 540-788-4887. VW 1995 Passat 89 K miles, 5sp, loaded, Ithr. int, CD, snroof, prem. whls,great cond $8500/ neg. (540)364-6166. 650 tetti COVER THAT PICK-up bed for the winter. Fiberglass truck cap., 60"W X 88" L. Great condition. $150. 540788-4626 Sport Utility CHEVY SUBURBAN 1996, white, 1500 LT, loaded, 122K hwy. miles. $18,800. 540987-9608 FORD BRONCO 1978. blue & white, 4WD, hard & soft tops, refurbished engine, runs great $1500 OBO. 540825-3599 ask tor Ben (days) FORD EXPLORER 1991, 4 dr. loaded, leather interior, 103k, excellent cond., $5950 OBO 540-347-4997 after 6 PM 675 Trucks/ Pickups CHEVROLET 1500 Pickup '90- Reg. cab, shrt 'bed, 350 motor, Turbo 700 Tranny w/ shift kit. Blk ext/grey Int. 6" susp lift 3" body Jift. New 39x18.5 Mickey Thompson tires. Bustiwacker extended fender flares, air damn hood, stereo sys. 139K. $12,000/080. 540-6876578. DODGE, ‘92 Grand Caravan. New valve guide seals (won't bum oil), rebuilt transm (warranty). new insp., runs grt. $2200 obo. 540349-2358 AUTO TECHNICIAN General contractor seeks experienced tech in medium duty trucks. Bobcats & diesel. Pay $15$20/hr., health ins, uniforms. tool allowance, profit sharing, paid vacation & holidays. $1000 Sign-On Bonus Call with references. Nonhem Prince Wm. Co. 703-335-2571 CARETAKER for elderly individual. Washington, VA 2 hours AM, daily. 540-347-3451 Certified Nursing Assistant Reliable, experienced (home care experience preferred but not required), flexible, CNA needed. Local travel required. PRN positions available immediately. Excellent working environment and benefits. Call Hospice of the Rapidan, 540-825-4840, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM weekdays. Elderly Care Family seeks individual to stay with elderly lady in exchange for room & board in the Sperryville area. For additional details 540-987-9463 Days only ELECTRICIANS Expereinced helpers. Local Work. 540-635-5276 FT PERSON FOR small TB farm near WarrenIon All barn duties, ex. w/ yearlings & sales prep a plus Small cottage on farm Ref. req. 540-364-2387. Make a difference, scheduled weekend , , employees needed fora non-euthanasine county shelter located in Amissville. Will train. Aleve fa does a must. 21 >rs. or older only need apply. Starting pay S8/ per hour. 540-937-3283 RECEPTIONIST Ashby Inn, Paris, VA. Thursday- Friday afternoon, all day Saturday. Top pay. (540) 592-3900 RECEPTIONIST For small, busy, private school office. 12-month position with paid holidays, vacation and benefits. Pleasant personality, good with children of all ages and ability to handle multiple tasks a requirement. Knowledge of MS-Word helpful, but not required. Send resume to: WCDS Search P.O. Box 739 Flint Hill, VA 22627 RETAIL SALES & RECEIVING CLERK Full -time position with benefits. Includes receiving, sales, and customer sen/ice responsibilities. Must have good organizational ability and customer service skills. Computer knowledge and agricultural background helpful. Apply in person. Rappahannock Farmers’Co-op. r Sales Associate for Sunnyside Farms, excellent customer service and communication skills required. Retail experience helpful. Full-time, weekends required. $8 -$12/hr to start. Please fax resumes to 540-675-2346 or call 540-675-2627 Ask for Michael EOE Sign Mechanic/ Helper For full-sen/ice sign co. Installation/ fabrication of all types of signs. Work in and out doors. Must have transportation & valid driver's license. Amissville area. 540-341-2728 WOOD WORKER Immediate opening, for early aircraft construction for Wright Bro's Centennial. Salary based on experience. Company benefits. 540-347-1909 OR NURSE Pvt. Physicians practice has a P.T. position available for an experienced operating room nurse, ACLS Certification required. One to two days per a workweek schedule, and must have flexibility to work additional days depending upon caseload. Salary is negotiable. Mail or fax resume to: A. Mitchell Blue Ridge Orthopaedic Associates, P.C. 550 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 Fax. 540-347-034 Phone: 540-347-9220 ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE If you are a results-oriented sales professional, energetic and an out-going individual: with experience in advertising sales, you may be the |>erson we are seeking. O ft 'Hie Fauquier Times Democrat has an opportunity for you to join a results oriented, sales team. ftftftCompetitive benefits package plus lucrative earnings potential. Please tax resume to: Kathleen Keller Advertising Sales Manager The Fauquier Times Democrat 540-349-8676 E-mail: kkeller®ti mespapers.com EOE northern Virginia r———■—- — ■ ■ ;... > Legal Notices , • i BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Sections 170-108 19, -133, and - 135 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Rappahannock County High School auditorium located on Route 211 approximately 2 miles west of Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following appeal: Appeal #00-10-01 Appeal by Spring PCS as the certain provisions of Article XIIA (Telecommunications) of the Zoning Chapter of the Rappahannock County Code, and/or their interpretation, which are referenced in letters from the Zoning Administrator to Brian Buniva dated 28 September 2000, 29 September 2000 and October 18,2000. Rules adopted by the BZA provide that no appellant or other party in interest, and no attorney for an appellant or party in interest, shall initiate 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 appeal pending before the BSZ. No member of the BZA shall participate in any such private discussion. A copy of the foregoing appeal is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday. 8:30 a m. to 4:30 p.m. The above-named appellant, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, c/o P. O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John McCarthy Zoning Administrator 12-13,12-20-00 •350280' TRUSTEE SALE 37 Main Street Sperryville, VA In execution of a Deed of Trust from Wilson J. Burke and Jean Clater Burke dated February 9, 1999 and recorded in the Clerk’s Office, Circuit Court, County of Rappahannock, Virginia, as Instrument no. 990000369, securing a loan which was originally $251,600.00. Default having oc curred in the payment of the Note thereby secured, and at the request of the holder of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the front steps of the County of Rappahannock Circuit Courthouse 238 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia on December 21, 2000 at 12:00 PM, the property described in said Deed of Trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: Beginning at point in the center of Rt 1001, pipe in line on the northeast side, corner with Engham Estate: thence with Engham, the fence being considered the line, N 37-15 E 216 30' to a point in the center of the Thorton River; thence with the center of the river S 56-46 E 154.87’ to a point, new corner with the store lot, remaining Wayland property; Thence a new line with store lot, the line running 0.20' west of and parallel to the eaves of the store building, S 39-19 W 232.48 to a point in the center of the road; thence with the center of road N 50-44 w 146.15 to the beginning This Lot contains 33, 702 square feet, including one half the road Tax Map #38A-1-19 The property will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed, subiect to all existing easements, restrictions and any other conditions that may affect title to the property. The Noteholder reserves the right to bid at the said sale TERMS; CASH: A bidder’s deposit of $25,000.00, cash or certified check; will be required at the time of sale with the settlement and full payment of the purchase price within (15) fifteen days from the date of the sale Additional terms will be announced at the time of sale and the successful bidder will be required to execute and deliver to the Substitute Trustee a memorandum or contract of the sale at the conclusion of bidding. This notice is an attempt to collect on a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Loan Type: Conventional NP006884 FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Between 8-11 AM Nectar Projects., Inc. Substitute Trustees 751 Miller Drive, Suite G1 Leesburg, VA 20175 (703) 777-8619 12-6, 12-13-00 #349006 Early Times Community Newpapers will be closed on Christmas Day, , Monday, and New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2001. %/ -| • Classified Advertising deadlines for these weeks I /H I wi,! be Friday, December 22, 2000 and ffinuxi I f I I I I I Fridav Dprpmhpr oq 9nnn at R-nn n m VWIIvv December 25, 2000 Friday December 29,2000 at 5:00 p.m. NORTHERN VIRGINIA

CONSTRUCTION / WARRANTY MANAGERS National homebuilder seeks aggressive proven performers in all three coastal cities of Charleston, Myrtle Beach & Hilton Head. 2-5 years experience. Excellent benefits. Mail or fax resume to: D.R. Horton, Attention R.S., 1941 Savage Road, Ste. 100C, Charleston, SC 29407, _ Fax 843-573-2011. NOW HIRING eHead Bartender eWaitstaff e Bartender e Dishwasher Please call Nicholle Knox 540-399-1779 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Sunnyside Farm is looking for a qualified Administrative Assistant for F/T salaried position with benefits. Internet experience and strong communication skills a must. Salary commensurate with experience. Yyur resume 10: please mail to: P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747 EOE NOW HIRING • Head Bartender •Waitstaff •Bartender •Dishwasher Please call Nicholle Knox Installers Sign on bonus and top starting wages paid for experienced garage door installers. Join the company that has been a leader in the fireplace industry for more than 25 years. ★ Enjoy great benefits. ★ Work with great people. Send resume/apply in person to: Hearth & Home 9850 Business Blvd. Warrenton, VA 20187 or fax: 410-880-6253 e-mail: hr© hearth-and-home.com or call: 800-935-1515 ext. 212 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPANNOCK OOUNTY JESSICA LYNN GREENE, COMPLAINANT V. CHANCERY #: CHOO-61 LARRY JOE BROWN, II, LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 3795 27TH AVENUE , SW NAPLES, FLORIDA 34101 DEFENDANT THE OBJECT of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the Defendant on the ground of separation for more than one (1) year. It appearing from an Affidavit that diligence has been used by or on behalf of Complaint to ascertain m what county or city Larry Joe Brown, II is, without effect, it is ordered that the Defendant appear before this Court within twenty-one (21) days after due publication of this Notice, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. An Extract-Teste: Franklin B. Reynolds, Jr. Franklin B. Reynolds, Jr., P.C. P O Box *355 Washington, Virginia 22747 (540) 675-3238 , BfiJC* jierk of The Circuit Court A Copy Teste: f M. Ralph Dep. Clerk 12-6,12-13,12-20,12-27-00 •349277 Heating/AC Techs pirnnc .. _ H6ATW0 IkCOOUNQ.INC Air Condition inf ft Heating Technic iana Needed Locally owned and operated In Middebuqj, VAI Climatic la looking for technic Iana. Would you like to experience Innovative and up to date technology to further vour career and better your understanding of this highly competitive business? TOP PAY plus bonuses. Also included 6 paid hofldays, benefits and paid vacation. So come Join our team. (840) 687-4670 PAX: (840) 687-4062 E-Mail: climaticOaBent.com Web site: www.climatic.baweb.com PROCUREMENT TECHNICIAN OR OFFICE AUTOMATION CLERK We’re looking for exceptional people. Are you interested in joining a dedicated Federal acquisition team that is changing the way the Federal government buys? Do you have experience in contract support, working closely with vendors, and assisting Contracting Officers? You should be energetic, outgoing and results driven. Your salary will depend on your experience and ability. For more Information about this position please contact: Debbie Ondrusek 703-787-1416 or go to http://www.usaloba.oom.oov for the entire announcement. MMS/Gov.Works is part of the Department of the Interior and Is located at 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170. MMS/Gov.Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit our website www.mms.gov. Area Information Technologist Position # 007207M Warrenton, VA Provides computer support and training at the field level for Virginia Cooperative Extension unit offices and Virginia Agricultural Experiment Stations in 19 counties. Assist faculty in utilizing information technology in development and delivery of educational programs. Technical background required and knowledge of Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office software. Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem solving skillp. Annual salary, $21,650 plus state benefits. To apply submit letter of Intent and ftate application to Beverly Butterfield, P.O. Box 701, Warrenton, VA 20188 by January 10 or until filled. _EO/AA Employer_ JOB VACANCIES Parent Involvement Coordinator e Full-time position (40 hours/week) e Good benefits including Medical/Dental Insurance e Bachelors/Associates Degree in related field or Child Development credential required e Must have experience in Microsoft Word Substitute Bus Driver e Temporary part-time position e Must have high school diploma or equivalent e Must have a valid CDL Virginia License e Certified in emergency first aid and CPR procedures Those interested In applying contact: Fauquier Community Action / Head Start Program 73 Lee Street-P.O. Box 22 Warrenton, Va 20188 (Telephone): (540) 347-7003 Monday-Frlday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. EOE OPERATIONS ASSISTANT Smith-Midland Corporation, is looking for an energetic self-starter to fill a newly created position reporting directly to the VP of Operations. This individual will primarily be responsible for daily collection of information from department managers and entering this info into spreadsheets and progress reports. Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Word a must. Knowledge of Microsoft Project helpful, but not required. We offer competitive wages. Excellent benefits include a sign-up bonus, 401K retirement and savings plan, health and dental insurance, paid vacation and education reimbursement. Interested persons may contact: Human Resources Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Ph: 540-439-3266 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: asmlthOcrosslink.net Applebee’s la seeking motivated and talented individuals to work In our Warren ton location. We Offers □ Flexible Hours □ Medical/ Dental Benefits □ 401K □ Paid Vacation □ Make up to $10 and hour □ And much more If you an Intonated In a fun place to work with career opportunities atop In oun Warren tea Apf»lefeee*s xng West Lee Highway Warren ton, Va XOlM _EOE_ HAMPTON INN WASHINGTON DULLES Controller Busy airport limited-service property Is looking for a Controller to manage the note! accounting functions. Position requires working knowledge of spreadsheet applications. minimum 2 year college degree with emphasis on accounting and strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Prior hotel experience is a plus. Come join our team! Offering complete benefits to full time positions including medical, dental, life, disability, profit sharing, vacation, sick leave, and great hotel discounts! Apply in person or fax resume to 703-318-75191 EOE/M/F/D/V Hampton Inn Washington Du Was 45440 Holiday Drive Dulles, VA 21065 (703)471-1096 x554 _ CONFERENCE ASSISTANT This is an entry-lei/el position for a non-smoking person wth the rkjit combination of computer and people skills. You will learn about and particpate in al aspects of large and small conference planning, ranging processing, selling of exhibit space and adminstratlve duties. Some travel to major US convention cities is required. The person selected wi work In a frfendy smal office environment Skis needed include famHarization with Windows 96 and all components of Office 2000. *-»-» .»-11 - rnsrescea cana tames should sends resume to: P.O. Box 718 Warrenton, VA 20188 CONSTRUCTION Don’t Sit Home This Winter!!! Northern Virginia's leading heavy/highway contractor has immediate openings for: Operators - Crane-Hydraulic/Friction, Dozer, Excavator, Loader, etc. Carpenters - Bridgfe & Wall Carpenter and Helpers. Surveyors - Individuals or entire crews. Mechanic - Crane-Hydraulic/Friction (will rent your service truck) Great Benefits Year-Round Work. _Multi- Year Projects. Shirley Contracting Corp. iww.shlrlevcontractlno.com emalhkourwOer ols.com 8435 Backtick Rd. Lorton, Vs 22079 Phone: 703-550-1110 Fax: 703-550-7897 EOE VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR OF LICENSING Easi-set Industries, a licensor of proprietary percast concrete products, is seeking a professional to manage the marketing and sales of licenses to precasters in North America. Experience in licensing or in the architectural precast concrete market is preferred. Esst-Set Industries Is located SO S. W. of Wsshlngton, D.C. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit program, including medical/dental coverage and 401K retirement and savings plan, paid vacation and educational reimbursement. Send resumes, Including salary history to: Human Resources Department P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 e-mall: EASISETOmnslnc.com PACKAGING CENTER HELPERS NEEDED FT & FT positions available for day & evening shifts. FT position benefits include hospitalization. 40IK Plan, personal leave, paid holidays & more. Interested candidates please apply in person or phone: Mike Hood 9 E. Market St. Leesburg, VA 20176 (703) 777-1111 email: mhood@timespapers.com (Rmcs EOE I II TOWN OF MIDDLEBURG Loudoun County, Virginia POLICE OFFICER Patrol community of 650 residents and 200 businesses, provide full range of law enforcement services for small police department H.S. diploma or GED req., 2-5 vrs exp. uniformed police work. Current Virginia law enforcement cert, required. FulT-time position, salary DOQ, excellent benefits Call (549) 687-5152 tor information. Send resume to: Charles Hartgrove, Town Office, P.O. Box 187, Mlddleburg, VA 20118 Deadline: Until Filled. EOE NURSING SUPERVISOR Fauquier Hospital is a 86 bed acute care Hospital located approximately 40 miles from Washington, D.C. and within easy driving distance from Fredericksburg, Charlottesville and Winchester, Virginia. A full-time or parttime position Is available for a Nursing Supervisor. This position will provide direction and assistance to the primary care givers in adult and pediatric patient care areas. A Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing is preferred or an equivalent combination of education/experience is required; current Registered Nurse license in the State of Virginia is required. Five years of current hospital experience with progressive managerial experience at the unit or department level is preferred. We have enhanced salary structure in place and offer an excellent benefit package. Send resume to: % Fauquier Hospital ATTN: - Human Resources 500 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 540-347-2550 540-341-0623 (fax) e-mall: humanreaourceaOfauoulerhospltal.org E.O.E. Welder Smith-Midland Corporation, a precast concrete producer, has an immediate opening for a certified welder. We offer excellent benefits including a sign-up bonus, a quarterly bonus program, 401 (k) retirement and savings plan, health and dental insurance, paid vacations and educational reimbursement. Qualified persons may contact: Personnel Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Pti: 540-439-3266 Fax:5404391232 _E-mail: asmith6crossllnk.net Piedmont primary carl BILLING DIVISION - Fax resumes to 540-341-1729 BILLING CLERK Full-time/part-time (flexible hours) experience preferred Day and evening hours. Benefits. Full A part-time positions available. Friendly non-smoking environment. Fax resume with references and salary requirements to: 540-349-0920 CATERING SERVERS Red Hot & Blue BBQ EARN EXTRA $$ HAVE FUN! $12-$15 per hour plus tips. Seeking responsible, hospitable catering servers. Ideal for college students, retired, or seeking 2nd job. Flexible hours. Weekdays, weekends, daytime or evening. Must have good driving record. Apply In person between 2-4 pm. 360 Broadview Ave. t-T'—-E3. REP HOT & BLUE M E M P H I 3 P I T r PAYROLL TECHNICIAN Announcement #F1231200 The Payroll Division of Fauquier County Department of Finance is recruiting for the position of Payroll Technician. This position will be responsible for reconciling, calculating, processing and maintaining employee payroll records. Qualified applicants must possess the ability to work in a high volume automated environment with attention to detail. The successful candidate should have any combination of education and experience to include working with payroll and/or financial operations. Salary minimum is $22,508.00. Interested applicants should submit a Fauquier County Classified Application Form to: Fauquier County Human Resources Department, 10 Hotel St., Warrenton, VA 20186. Position is OPEN UNTILL FILLED. For assistance call 540-347-8668. Fax # 540-347-3610. EOE/AA/M/F/D SURVEY EASTERN STATES ENGINEERING, a subsidiary of Toll Brothers, Inc., the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, has the following opportunities in the Dulles/ Gainesville, Virginia area: CADD Tech- Candidates should have exp. w/autoCAD r14/2000 Survey Instrument Person- Seeking candidates who are proficient or readily trainable in state-of-the-art equipment including electronic data collection, GPS, etc. Survey Rod Person- No experience necessary, will train to work with field survey crew. Toll Brothers offers an excellent compensation & benefits package as well as tremendous opportunity for growth & advancement. Send resume with salary history via fax or e-mail to Attn: Ad #5780 Fax: 703-433-6204 E-mail: SMCDONOUGH ©ESEENG.COM Visit our Career Center www.tollbrothers.com loll brothers AtnnUa & luxury Hunt* Buikltt WRITER Seeking experienced writer with a flair for arts, entertainment and leisure feature stories. Weekly deadlines. Can work mostly from home. Ideal candidate will be familiar with entertainment opportunities in Fauquier County. Prefer county resident Send resume, and clips to: Robin Earl, Managing Editor Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, VA 20188 or call Robin Earl 540-347-4222 (Times 'Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA NOW HIRING Manager & Assistant Manager JcSi$k<z ^ tetaii stores throughout the Southeast rowing oomp safe looking Gi area company in the MANASSAS tor someone with... ✓ Sales and Managerial Skills /Simple Installation Skills We offer... ✓/Great Income potential //Guaranteed salary during training //Excelent benefits including 401 (k) Other positions are also available in our other 51 factory owned outlet stores. Send resume to Human Raaourcas Department Leonard Buildings & Truck Acceaaoriea P.O. Box 1728 Mount Airy, NC 27030 www.leaonardusa.com ACCOUNTING CLERK Announcement #F1221100 Fauquier County Department of Finance is seeking to fill this part-time position working 28 hours per week. This position will be responsible for the processing and maintaining a variety of financial data and documentation pertaining to the payroll division. Qualified applicants must possess the ability to enter data from payroll documents, review documents for completeness and accuracy, calculate and maintain employee leave records and produce reports. The successful candidate must have a HS/GED diploma, supplemented by experience and/or training involving bookkeeping and basic accounting. Minimum starting salary is $9.83/hr. Interested applicants should submit a Fauquier County Classified Application Form to: Fauquier County Human Resources Department, 10 Hotel St., Warrenton, VA 20186. Position is OPEN UNTILL FILLED. For assis-' tance call 540-347-8668. Fax # 540-3493610. E-mail: iidownes ® libertvhs.com EOE/AA/M/F/D Looking for a , JOB v ' and a CAREER? Professional Training on the Job! Learn to Operate an Urbanite Press! Competitive Salary & Benefits • 401k Plan • Medical & Dental Insurance • Vacation, holiday pay. Sick Leave Apply in person or mail resume to: Larry Katner P.O. Box 359 9 E. Market St. Leesburg, Va 20178 FAX: 703-771-0036 ©mcs MoaTMcnN viao*Nia EOE UTILIZATION MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR Announcement #CSO11200 The Fauquier County Office of Comprehensive Services for At-Risk Youth and Families is recruiting for a full time Utilization Management Coordinator. This professional position will assist the Comprehensive Services Administrator, the Family Assessment & Planning Team and the Community Policy &' Management Team with program implementation and management. The position will also serve as the liaison between the teams, contracted service providers and youth/families involved with the service network. Qualified applicants should possess knowledge of or experience in the field of human services along with an associate's level degree in accounting, business management/administration or a related discipline. Attention to detail, strong organizational, skills, and the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with professionals and' the public are needed. Computer proficiency as well as a valid driver’s license are required. Accounting or bookkeeping experience is helpful. Preferred applicants should have knowledge of the Comprehensive Services Act/human delivery systems and utilization management, goals and objectives. Knowledge of MS Of-1 fice is also preferred. I Job will require travel. Minimum starting salary is $28,087. Interested applicants should submit a Fauquier County Classified Application Form to: Fauquier County Human Resources De-. partment, 10 Hotel St., Warrenton, VA 20186by 4:30 p.m. December 19, 2000. For assistance call 540-347-8668. Fax # 540-347-! 3610. EOE/AA/M/F/D FRANKLIN MOTORCOACH, one of the most established and oldest charter bus companies in the area, has an immediate opening for the position of: Fleet Maintenance Manager The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years experience managing or being highly involved in vehicle maintenance with extensive knowledge in the repair and maintenance of diesel engines. Must have proven experience in other mechanical functions of heavy equipment to include, air conditioning systems, air brakes, electrical components, etc. Candidate should have knowledge in preventive maintenance scheduling, cost control, and DOT record keeping. This person should be a take charge, hands on individual, capable of handling multiple tasks with great efficiency. Salary commensurate with experience and knowledge. Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, vacations & holiday pay, shop uniforms, 401 (k) plan. Qualified candidates should submit their resume and salary history to: Franklin Motorcoach, Inc. Attn: Barry Shapiro 7920 Gainsford Ct Bristow, VA 20136 EOE I

Winter video views By Naomi &,Herb * Rappahannock News Writer > Continuing with the videos we've seen but not written about, here's a little bit about a few films: • Onegin: Rated R, 106 minutes, 1999, with Ralph Fiennes (of "The English Patient,") and Liv Tyler, the big-lipped but lovely daughter of Aerosmith's Steve lyier. This is a lush, beautiful costume drama, based on the Russian novel by Pushkin (which was also done as a ballet) about ill-fated love. There's lots of idle rich folk dallying around at dances wearing swell duds, and much mooning around. Essentially, though, girl falls for guy, he rejects her, she finds another guy and marries, and of course, then first guy falls in love with her, and she rejects him. He goes to pot by drinking and carousing around and ends Breakfast, lunch menus \ RCES Breakfast: Monday, Dec. J8: Candy cane waffles or eereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. 3 Tuesday, Dec. 19: Reindeer lausage or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. * Wednesday, Dec. 20: Grilled cheese or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Thursday, Dec. 21: Cinnamon swirl toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Friday, Dec. 22: Warm oatmeal/toast or cereal/milk, toast, juice and milk. Lunch: Monday, Dec. 18: Grilled ham and cheese, potato rounds, poinsettia fruit, St. Nicholas dessert. Tuesday, Dec. 19: Steak nuggets, macaroni and cheese, ^teamed broccoli, garland fruit, snowflake roll/butter. Wednesday, Dec. 20: Baked ham, mashed potatoes or yam, holly jolly green beans, Mrs. Santa's salad, homemade roll/butter. Thursday, Dec. 21: Cheeseburger, naughty french fried, mistletoe apple cobbler with creamy cool whip. Friday, Dec. 22: Cupid's new pizza, Caspers haunted peas, North Pole fruit, holiday cookie. RCHS Lunch: Monday, Dec. 18:Chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese, onion rings, chilled fruit. A La Carte' Bteak'ums on bun, bologna and cheese, onion rings and fruit. Tuesday, Dec. 19: Grilled ham and cheese, french fries, chilled fruit, gingerbread/topping. A La Carte' Sausage pizza, french fries, fruit. Wednesday, Dec.20: Roast turkey with trimmings, mashed potatoes, green beans, fresh apple cake. A La Carte' Hamburger on bun, fruit. Thursday, Dec.21: Taco's/beef, cheese, lettuce, iomato, seasoned curly fries, Chilled fruit, powerball donut. A La Carte' Chicken pattie on Dun, fried, fruit. ' Friday, Dec. 22: The new pizza, buttered corn, chilled fruit. A La Carte' The new pizza, deli turkey sub, fruit. up talking to himself and looking messy! Herb fell asleep in this film, not a good sign. • Erin Brockovich: Rated R, over two hours, 1999. Herb did not fall asleep watching this movie, the lovely Julia Roberts in a Wonder Bra, five inch heels, and little bitty skirts. This film received so much publicity you probably all know the story, but it's a very pleasant movie to watch, Albert Finney is fabulous as a lawyer who ultimately gives the downtrodden Erin a job and she becomes a big hero by discovering that chromium is poisoning a community's water. Meanwhile, she and her (three, I think ) kids struggle with life, bad boyfriends and child care. In the feel-good ending, the bad guys get caught, Erin's nice boyfriend returns, and she gets a huge monetary bonus, all the while looking like a tart. (There's a lesson here ladies, cautions Naomi, even if you're as beautiful as Julia Roberts, looking like a tart is not a career boost!) • Agnes Browne: 92 minutes, 1999,rated R(produced and directed by Angelica Huston, who also stars). We absolutely loved this film, it is terrific on many levels. It's about love, loss, friendship, honor and hope. Set in 1967 Dublin, Ireland, the newlywidowed Agnes must borrow money from a loan shark to pay for her husband's funeral. The Shylock is truly an evil individual, who gloats about the power he wields over his "customers." After Agnes and her seven children walk to the funeral because the conveyance has broken down, they find they are at the wrong grave site and must run like crazy to get to daddy's grave site before the funeral is over. Then, Agnes and her best friend Marian become fruit vendors to try to make ends meet since Agnes is on "the welfare;" Marian notes about the husband's death that "we are here for a good time, not a long time." In one of the truly hilarious exchanges between the two women, when discussing sex Agnes notes "I've got seven kids and not one organism to show for it!" Marian comes to a sad end, but not before she buys her best friend tickets to a Tom Jones concert, which Agnes must sell to pay off her kids’ debt to the loan shark for buying her a great dress to go out on her first date after widowhood. A series of great happenstances occur, bring her faceto-face with the beloved Tom Jones, who rescues her, takes her and all the kids to his concert in a big limo, and sings "She's a Lady" to her during the performance. Herb and Njaomi both give this movie an A+. It is sometimes difficult to understand the quite thick Irish accents, but persevere because it is worth the effort to enjoy this jewel of a film. These and other fine films (as well as DVDs) available at Cinema Paradiso Video Rental, Packing Shed Corner, Porter & Gay Streets, Washington, 675-3410, Wednesday through Sunday, 12:30-6 p.m., Friday until 7:30 p.m. A special note: The video store is also open Tuesdays during the month of December and has a fine collection of holiday films. * Naomi and Herb, aging buy Hip movie buffs, live in Rappahannock County , and prefer to remain anonymous Lube & Oil Filter Change (Diesel Extra) $29.95 Tire Rotation from $29.95 Tire Replacement from $39.95 Cooling System Service from $49.95 Belts & Hoses Check & Replacement from $34.95 Batteries Check & Replacement from $99.95 Wiper Blade Replacement from $28.95 Brake Pads & Lining from $99.95 Shocks from $29.95 Struts from $44.95 Transmission Fluid Change from $99.95 Air filters & Fuel filters from $27.95 We are at your service Saturdays, too! 8 a.m. -1 p.m. r — — — “ — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — i Saturday Quick Service Ticket Total : $5.00 off 540-364-1548 Main Strsot • Marshall, VA www.marshalHord.com Kubota.B7400 Standard 16 Engine HP • Powered by a Kubota E-TVCS, 3-cylinder Kubota diesel engine for low noise and minimal vibration • Powerful, Category I, 3-point hitch • Back-lit instrument panel • 4x4 • Single PTO control for mid and rear • Full range of implements PULLEN S TRACTOR &? EQUIPMENT 15133 Rixeyville Road, Culpeper, VA 22701 • 540-829-0893 T Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk's Office on Gay Street in Washington. Harold D. Scoggin and wife to William N. Scoggin, 3.72 percent undivided interest in 123 acres, Hampton District. Deed of gift. Billy Hix and wife to Michelle M. Benecke and others, 9.6727 acres, Piedmont District. $145,000. Randy Harold Propst and wife to Edith B. Mills and others, 9.034 acres, Wakefield District. $147,500. Donald G. Hackney and wife to Eugene S. Leggett and Mew Design & Construction Management Rappahannock Designer conn IH hi Robert Etchells ifr Washington, Virginia 540-675-1966 . "iseaa Crime Does Pay Up to $10,000 reward . for tips on auto theft. 1-800-947-HEAT EQUAL HOUSING I I OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD toll-free at 1-800-4248590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 4263500. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1 -800-543-8294. wife, .8731 acre, Town of Washington, Hampton District. $275,100. Charles William Racer and wife to Joseph Starry, 25.0246 acres, Hawthorne District. $100,000. Cordani General Contracting LLC to Julian S. Brown, 5 acres, Jackson District. $60,000. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/offlce 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. $139,000 Sperryville - Conveniently located within the village of Sperryville, two story, six room & bath home, center hall, 1.4 acre lot. $89,000 FLINT HILL - Affordable two bedroom home, eat-in kitchen, living room with wood stove, recently remodeled bath, 1 car garage, 1.12 acre lot. $89,000 James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8236 sperryvillerlty@aol. com Bud Corder (540) 675-3291 John Eubank ^ (540)987-8146 M ... Mlill 10.8 ACRES with stream, mountain spring. "’$6,500 per acre. Will negotiate. "540-937-5857 41 acres In ViewtownAmissville area. Private setting with 2 ponds & stream. Elevated house site with views. $209,900 123 acres located in secluded area. Western views even from this mostly wooded site. Lot may be divided into 2 lots. $340,000 Call Emily Henry 800-523-8846 m 540-349-1400 U4 540-675-3490 RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER Custom built, cedar sided home on the headwaters of the Rappahannock. Sited on 45+ acres, with wraparound deck & porch. Hardwood floors. 9’ ceilings, solid wood doors, wide trim and crown moulding. RP3356849 Offered at $459,000 Rappahannock Real Estate Resources 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel Greg Clark Mary Boudreau butchz@summit.net fengshui@tidalwave.net helped another successful year. In the spirit of the season, Real Estate III has donated $250 to the Rappahannock Free Clinic and $250 to the Children’s Shop with a Deputy program. Real Estate III 540-675-1373 291 Gay St./The Theater Building Washington, Virginia E-mail: re3@crosslink.net www.realestateiii.com Rick Kohler • Mitzie Young Amy Sloane- Timbers • Linda Baldwin Earl Jewell • Jerry Mills . rn a