Rappahannock News, February 28, 2001

123rd Year... No. 9 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2001 www.timescommunity.com Phone (540)675-3338 50 cent« Rapp Briefs Democrats to meet Tuesday, March 6 The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. This meeting will mark the start of the three-month phone campaign during which all registered voters in Rappahannock will be contacted. Also on the agenda will be a guest from the John Edwards for Attorney General campaign, and another chance to visit with Peter Schwartz. All County Democrats are encouraged to attend. This meeting is open to the public. A time for refreshments and socializing follows every meeting. For more information contact Meredith Gorfein at 675-3515 or gorfein@infi.net. Relay meeting rescheduled The first meeting of the Relay for Life Team Captains has been rescheduled for Tuesday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Washington Fire Hall. The original meeting scheduled on Thursday, Feb. 22 had to be postponed due to snow on that date. The Relay for Life is the annual fund raising event of the Rappahannock County Chapter of the American Cancer Society. A good way for you to join in the fight against cancer is to lead a Relay team. Join the group to learn what is involved in being the Captain of a team. The overall plans and preparations for the event will be discussed at the Kick-Off Meeting. Team packages and information will be available for pickup to help your team get started. Refreshments will also be served. Call Ben Atkins (6352377) or Bette Mahoney (675-3446) for additional information. Republican Mass meeting scheduled Rappahannock County Republicans will meet on Tuesday, March 20 at the Rappahannock courthouse at 7:30 p.m. to elect delegates to the State Convention on June 12. At that time, Republicans from across the Commonwealth will nominate candidates for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general. Every person who desires to be a delegate must announce their intentions by Sunday, March 18 at 1 p.m. by filing a form that is available from Chairman Walter Longyear. Phone 675-3679 for more details. Happenings ; • Due to lack of business, there will not be a Rappahannock Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on Feb. 28. • Monday, March 5 Rappahannock Board of Supervisors to meet at 2 at the Rappahannock courthouse. There will be no 7 p.m session. • Tuesday, March 13 Rappahannock School Board to meet at 7:30 p.m. 3700 23050 Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Point-to-Point A new venue for the Rappahannock Races Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Betsy Parker STEEPLECHASE ACTION: The March 3 Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point at the Bleu Rock Inn near Washington marks the first time in two years for steeplechasing in the county. Last year’s Rappahannock races were held in Culpeper. This year, the event returns to the county, and-returns to the hunt’s original racecourse * i a\ r\ r\ r> n Rappahannock News Writer After decades as a Virginia tradition, the Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point races will inaugurate a new. yet in some ways old, racetrack March 3. The eight-race card will be held at the Bleu Rock Inn near Washington, It was at the same location that the hunt’s races were first run from 1951-1958 on the old Leeway Farm. To honor the old farm, the Leeway Challenge returns with the challenge cup from 1950 on display and the race renewed. The Bleu Rock Inn is located on US 211 25 miles west of Warrenton. Post time is 1 p.m. Three divisions of pony races open the card, with a full program of flat and timber races to follow. The featured James Fletcher owner-rider timber race attracted 10 entries, including Casanova winner Changing Breeze, and the cofeatured Elzy Brown memorial open timber attracted a solid group of five. Admission is $8 per person, with children admitted free. More information is available by calling 540- 547-2993 in the evening or visiting www.rappahannockhunt.com. Visioning process seeks bottom-up solutions By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer Through a process called “regional visioning,” the Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission (RRPDC) is developing the fundamental elements of a regional plan. This regional visioning, according to the Commission’s brochure, is “designed to build regional identity, increase knowledge of the common interests that link our region, identify the topics that are important to our region, develop strategies to meet the challenges and opportunities of the next twenty years, and help identify priorities for Regional Competitiveness Act funding.” The Regional Competitive Act referred to is legislation enacted in Virginia in 1996 to “enhance economic competitiveness for all regions of the Commonwealth.” The Regional Competitiveness Program resulting from the legislation “is designed to reward existing region al actions and stimulate new regional activities. . . .Incentive funds are available to localities that choosy to come together to carry out new levels of regional economic development.” The RRPDC, responsible for the counties of Rappahannock, Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison and Orange, has $250,000 in funding this fiscal year and had $200,000 last fiscal year to meet the objectives of the Regional Competitiveness Program. It is charged, under the program, with developing a regional strategic economic development plan in which key economic and demographic trends are analyzed, and that addresses “the critical issues of economic competitiveness.” The plan developed must be adopted by all localities in the planning district. The regional visioning approach employed by the RRPDC is designed to obtain the input of the Library budget bumped By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer Library Director David Shaffer requested a 4.5 percent increase in the library’s budget, but the Board of Trustees went a little better and added a few thousand to raise the salary of the Director and the Children’s Librarian by six percent for the coming year. The Director had proposed a 3.9 percent salary increase for library staff, but past and proposed teacher salary increases in the County led some Board members to seek, successfully, an improvement over what was felt to be a modest request. The bottom line for the proposed budget, as amended, will be approximately $122,000—a 5.5 percent increase over last year. The greatest percentage increase in the budget—200 percent—will be in children’s programs, where funding will increase from $500 to $}500. About half of the funding for the library comes from the County’s coffers, another quarter is borne by the Commonwealth, and nearly 14 percent of library expenses is paid for by income derived from private ly contributed endowments. Director’s report In addition to presenting his draft budget, Library Director Shaffer brought the Board up to date on facilities improvements. He reported that a new water fountain has been installed, and a baby changing station has been put in the women’s restroom in response to a recent request for such facilities by Ellen Pullen. Both the new fountain and the changing station were paid for with County funds. Mr. Shaffer also noted that boiler repairs had been completed, and the cost for the repairs was “a few hundred dollars” under the estimate of $840. Treasurer’s report No report was received from the Treasurer for the month, but progress was reported in the automation of the library’s accounting system. That project is nearly complete and preliminary monthly See LIBRARY, Page A8 region’s localities, and to obtain the consensus required in for achieve-* ] ment of Competitiveness Program goals. The Rappahannock County 3ublic Library served as the locus See VISIONING, Page A8 Rappahannock News Photo Barbara C Wayland Competition Winners: Samantha Breeden, 17, a senior at Rappahannock County High won first place in the High School Division on Sunday, Feb. 25 for her Per La Gloria D’Adorarvi by Giovanni Bononcini at the annual 2001 Bland Music Competition. Nicole Marie Espinola, age 11, and a fifth grader at Wakefield Country Day School won first place for her piano piece, The Little White Donkey by Jacques Ibert. The girls have been invited to perform before the RAAC sponsored movie on Friday, March 2. The Sunday contest was sponsored by the Rappahannock Lions Club. The annual Bland Music program was established in 1948 to assist and promote cultural and educational opportunities for the musically talented youth of Virginia, 1 The contest is in honor of James Bland, the great Black writer of over : 700 American Folk songs.

By Jan Makela Volunteer Coordinator Public School Systerti • Mrs. Andra Logan, RCHS Special Education teacher, recently had the pleasure of speaking at a meeting of the Rappahannock County Retired Teachers Association at the Washington Baptist Church. During her presentation she had the opportunity to talk about the successes and future of her Transition Program, and gave demonstrations of products that the Program sells to teach marketing skills and to fund their various activities. She shared videos and magazine articles of! her class’ trips and accomplishments. The retired teaches plan to hold their next meeting at RCHS where they can see Mrs. Logan’s program first hand. If you are in need of printed invitations and napkins, an organized mass mailing, or helium-filled balloons, call Mrs. Logan at 987-8575. She will be happy to fill you in on the other services that her students are able to provide. Purchasing items or services from her class is a wonderful way to support this incredible public school program. The Rappahannock County Retired Teachers’ Association is open to any retired teacher living in the area and new members are always welcome. If you are interested in becoming a member of this organization, please call Retired RCHS Guidance Counselor Mr. Jim Futrell, President, at 8255065. • School Board Appreciation week was recognized by Dr. David Gangel at the last School Board meet ing, and I thought to myself that they should be recognized during Volunteer Appreciation Week as well. The tiny stipend Chat School Board members get paid for their tremendous level of responsibility is laughable when you realize the number of hours that must go into the job to do it well. Most of what they do truly is a volunteer effort. We would all do well to remember that theirs is often a thankless job with very few “perks” and in spite of that they try to complete their tasks to the best of their abilities. You might wish to say “thank you” the next time you have the opportunity to meet a School Board member in the county. A Whether we always agree or not, we are all, you and I, fortunate to , have now and to have i had in the past such j dedicated folks willing to serve in this * capacity for the sake of our children. • In that vein, Volunteer Appreciation Week will be celebrated in April. If you are a volunteer in the public schools or elsewhere, thank you. If you are not a volunteer and you would like to get involved, please do! It is good for the soul! And you just might do a little good in the process. Please call Jan Makela, Volunteer Coordinator, today at 987-8259 to get a brochure. • Ms. Susan Payne’s First Grade class has been enjoying higher level reading and listening for the past two months and the children can’t seem to get enough. Ms. Payne began reading The Wizard of Oz after the holidays and the children didn’t iysii SUM/ fjifliliiui? For professional and confidential help with... Emotional and behavioral issues of children, adolescents, adults, and families; Mental health issues; Alcohol and other drug use; Marital or relationships issues; and Parenting (540) 675-3329 603 Mt. Salem Avenue , Washington, VA 22747 SCHOOL BOARD BUDGET HEARING 2001-2002 SCHOOL BUDGET A public hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rappahannock County High School Band Room to receive public comments on the School Board’s 2001-2002 school budget. The budget includes a funding request of $6,481,979.04 from county funds and the total proposed budget is $9,670,657.74. 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Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. RCPS News want her to stop. They voted to stay in the room during their snack time so that they could continue to listen to this wonderful story. Now they are listening to Charlotte’s Web with similar enthusiasm. Several children from the class, who were obviously enjoying the story, were overheard talking about the book in the library recently. It is wonderful to see children getting “hooked on books” so early! • Ms. Payne’s class also wrote to President Bush recently to let him know what they are hoping he will do during his term as president. We should all follow the example of these children and become more actively involved in the political process. • On March 2, Ms. Payne will be speaking to Headwaters-the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation and the School Board on what she perceives to be the future of public education. She was invited to speak by Mr. Dave Gillis, a member of Headwaters’ Board of Directors. • The public schools are in the process of randomly surveying parents about the technology presently being used in their homes and other technology services (i.e. various computer classes) of which they would take advantage if offered. If you receive a call from one of our volunteers, thank you for taking the time to respond. • If you have a chance on your next visit to RCES to stroll the halls, please be sure to notice the beautiful art display just outside the main office. The colorful works of art are the creation of the Gifted and Talented Art Class, under the direction of Parent Volunteer Mrs. Jane Wilson i and Gifted and Talented I teacher Mrs. Amy Gubler. Across from the art room on the Third and Fourth Grade hall, you will find incredible drawings by Mrs. Harriette Rosentblatt’s Sixth and Seventh Grade Art students. Prepare to be amazed! • It was wonderful to have the opportunity to visit with Mr. Joe Perine, new RCHS Principal, at the last Principal and Parents’ Advisory Council meeting last week. His wife Judy attended with him. They had just returned form a Forensics’ Competition in Madison County and were very impressed with the RCHS presentations. In order to get to know the staff and the students at RCHS as quickly as possible, he has been teaching a variety of classes. What a great way to become familiar with our curriculum and school community first hand! Best wishes for a long and successful stay in Rappahannock! • The next RCHS PAC meeting will be a Brown Bag Luncheon with Mr. Perine from 12-1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21. Bring what you would like to eat and drink and relax over lunch during the informal chat with Mr. Perine and other interested parents. Meetings will continue to be held on the third Wednesday of each month, but times will alternate. March will be a luncheon meeting, April’s meeting will be from 67 p.m., May will be a luncheon meeting, and so on. Please stay tuned for more details. ountry Day School s Second Advisor Honors List 540-635-8555 Wakefield Country Day School at Huntly is proud to announce that the following students received honors for their marks during the second advisor honors list. isf K*raQ£- mM-Honors Patrick Guiffre, Huntly Amanda Carroll, Castleton Preston Kemp, Luray Ailiena Maggiolo, Markham Annie Bennett, Woodville Amanda Carmain. Woodstock Ryan Ochoa, Huntly 1st Grad? - First Hpufflrs Bethany Burress, Marshall Brian Shafran, Viewtown Rachel Robinson. Bentonville Jayne Winterkom, Front Royal F T. Moulton, Culpeper Will Mullany, Washington John Morgan Christoph, Front Royal 2nd .Gradr - Second Honors Carla Williams, Front Royal Ashley Callaway, Marshall Kayleigh Rasnick, Rileyville Korinne Grove. Front Royal Parker Kemp. Luray John Richard Bell, Front Royal 2nd Grade - First Honors Amanda Callihan, Front Royal Sarah Hazel, Sperryville Hirsh Lai, Luray Amy Schmiedeler, Front Royal Christine Pankow, Flint Hill Bret Heddleston, Sperryville Katherine Huang, Amissville 3rd-Urade r-Sscantmonars Andrew Leser, Front Royal Chance Beatty, Luray Albert Bechtoid, Flint Hill Katie Callihan, Front Royal Ross Mountjoy, Amissville Jennifer Ermert, Browntown Lydia Miller. Broad Run jrdUntde - First Honors Madeline Carmain, Woodstock J. Paul Guiffre, Huntly Alex Warner, Warrenton Annelise Riedel. Washington Abby Whitaker, Front Royal Keenan Sherwood, Washington Jim Hennessy, Luray Kristina Stone, Bentonville Neil McClung, Linden Saheel Mehta, Front Royal Michael Safford, Warrenton Audrey Speer, Viewtown Rachael Carrier, Linden 5th tirade - Second Honors lesh Lai, Luray Karen Ermert, Browntown Emma Clark, Flint Hill Nicole Espinola. Washington Michelle Hytner. Delaplane Sarah Moran, Linden Andrew Schmiedeler, Front Royal Lisa Hytner, Delaplane Stephanie Kahrs, Front Royal Katherine Russo, Flint Hill Rebekah Snyder, Alexandria Joy Heddleston, Sperryville Taylor Hammelman, Warrenton Alex Shafran. Viewtown Marguerite Beattie. Woodville Matthew Wingfield. Flint Hill 6th Grade ■ Second Honors Melody Arnold. Strashurg Nell Mann, Marshall Devin Sherwood, Washington Janies Bell, Front Royal Cat Toth, Front Royal Kate Kevis, Washington 6th Grade - FiryL Honors Taylor Miller, Huntly Saawan Mehta. Luray Brittany Mountjoy, Amissville Ben Luke, Washington Kevin Riedel, Washington Patrick Dale, Luray 7th Grade - Second Honors Dorian Matthews, Flint Hill Marissa Sullivan, Front Royal Stephanie Warner, Warrenton Chris Callaway, Marshall 7th (jradg - First Honors Caitlin Hammelman, Warrenton Lauren Guiftre, Huntly Nicole Fegeas, Warrenton Michelle Fegeas, Warrenton Allison Russo, Flint Hill 8th Grade - Second Honors Natalie Miller, Huntly Becky Leser, Front Royal Briana Stone, Bentonville James Nilan, WatTenton Danielle Dombrowski, Warrenton Rachel Marx, Strasburg 8th Grade - First Honors Aaron Marx, Strasburg Hannah Morgan, Flint Hill Katie Guiffre, Huntly Jordan Hammelman. Warrenton Hetal Mehta, Luray Paul Beattie, Woodville Alec Toth, Front Royal 9th Grad? • Second Honors Okan Camci. Huntly 9th Grade - First Honors Mary Yaters, Flint Hill 19th Grade - Second Honors Wayne Beatty, Luray Mehmet Yazici, Front Royal Steven Fernandez, Front Royal Whitney Matthews, Flint Hill Camara McGee, WatTenton David Riedel, Washington 19th Grade - First Honors Emily Yates, Flint Hill Christina Luke, Washington Stephen Dowell, Castleton Hallee Morgan, Flint Hill Arlen Sherwood, Washington Liz Williams, Winchester Alex Purnell, Washington Maureen Dale, Luray Hth Grade - Second Honors Morgan Neil. Warrenton Thomas Marlar, Front Royal Herbert Linge, Huntly 11th Crude - First Honors Connor Hammelman, Warrenton Casey Longyear. Washington Judson Hurlbert, Linden Antonia Toth, Front Royal 12th Grade - First Honors Britton Wood, Washington Dana Ferreira, Front Royal Thomas Dowell. Castleton Wakefield Country Day School Honor List brought to you courtesy of Sharon Genebach Luke, Attorney at Law P.O. Box 6 • Washington, Virginia 22747 • Volunteer Haley Clark, a recent RCHS graduate, has been helping in Mrs. Patty Hottinger’s pre-school class at RCES and we are very happy to have her assistance. It is wonderful to have such an energetic and motivated young woman working with our students. • Many of you may have heard of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. As we continue to strive for excellence in our public schools it is important that we look for the best programs for our students. It is essential that we investigate higher level programs that will benefit the most students and are open to all students who wish to participate and expend the extra effort. IB is one such option. IB has been around for a long time and has a proven track record in many schools. Parents and interested folks from the community will have an opportunity to hear more about this at a meeting in March at RCHS. We hope you will plan to attend this meeting to ask questions and see how IB can help our children in Rappahannock. Please stay tuned for the meeting date and time. • The latest, February 2001 RCPS Volunteer Update has just come off the presses! If you do not receive one from your child, please check at the public library or stop by one of the schools to pick one up. Our programs just keep getting better and better! Many programs that were begun by volunteers or continue to be run by volunteers have become expected parts of our public school offerings. This is thanks to the incredible generosity of folks in our community who work continuously to make things better for our students and just won’t give up! Thank you all. You know who you are! • Have a great week! WCDS happenings By Ginny Leser Rappahannock News Writer • Wakefield Country Day School was filled with much excitement last week, as the Girls Basketball Team played in the Delaney Athletic Conference. Losing to Seton, after 17 consecutive wins placed WCDS agreed once again to award $100 savings bonds to all participants of the Battle of the Books, which will be hosted by WCDS May 6 at Wakefield Country Day School. The Battle of the Books includes students from seven schools and four counties. • Thomas Dowell, a senior at WCDS, has been awarded a four year scholarship to Tulane second place in the Conference. At the end of the game last Tuesday night, the Lady Owls were presented with the trophy, amid cheering parents and supporters. Congratulations, Lady Owls! • WCDS fifth and sixth graders went on a field trip to Skyline Caverns last week. No matter how often one goes, the Caverns remain a favorite among school field trips. The formations and wonders of the Earth are always an amazing sight. • Chevy Chase Bank has r University, with one year abroad. News of the scholarship reached the school last week, in time for the weekly Assembly. We’re proud of you, Thomas! • Students at Wakefield Country Day School have been on a week long Winter Sports Break. A group of upper school students, with Mr. Vargo, Headmaster of WCDS, headed to Wintergreen for skiing. Other students traveled to warmer climates. School will be back in session March 5. RAPPAHANNOCK RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD RRCSB is seeking loving, dependable families interested in providing a stable home for adults with mental retardation or mental illness. Monthly stipend, training, 24 hour back up provided. Opportunity to help people with disabilities live in their home communities. If interested please contact Yvonne Brashear at 825-3100 ext 3444. Official Call Mass Meeting of the Rappahannock County Republican Party Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. As chairman of the Rappahannock County Republican Party, and pursuant to i , *! , , Sanitation and as recommended and directed by the Committee, Walter Longyear, do hereby issue this call for a MASS MEETING to be held at the County Courthouse on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. for the fob 1 lowing purposes: A) Electing up to 65 Delegates and 65 Alternates to represent Rappahannock County at the Republican State Convention to be held on June 1-2, 2001, ™ f'ChuT, Coliseum, Richmond, VA, beginning at noon on June 1, 2UU1, tor the following purposes: 1. Nominating a Republican candidate for the offices of Attorney General L. Lieutenant Governor and Governor 3. Electing a State Party Chair 4. Conducting any other business that may properly come before the vxmvention B) MaessMenetin1Un ^ ^ buS‘ness as may ProP«rlV come before the .... . Qualifications (pr Eartiutatiaa All legal and qualified voters of Rappahannock County under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, regardless of race, religion, nattonal origin or sex, who are in accord with the principles of the Republican Party and who, if requested, express in open meeting, either orally or in writing as may be required, their intent to support all of its nominees for public office in the ensung electu.n may participate as members of the Republican Party of Virginia in its mass meetings, party canvasses, conventiohs or primaries encompassing their respective election districts. 1 8 n ... MflW Meeting Registration Registration will begin at 7:15 p.m. with the Mass Meeting starting at 7:30 p.m. p i i Pekgate and Alternate Delegate Filing Requirement. Masf Meer'ino* 1'°,™™'°" or election * a Debate or Alternate at the said ^l‘f, e a 7ltten ^tcment by mail, fax or ,n person to Walter ^x 540 675 I r. u' P°- BoX,124’ Kington, VA 22747-0124 Lrch4 H6 , 64 ;h,t 7^ ^ re"e!Ved no later than 1M P-m. on Sunday, ence m ther° ' A11,candldates1for ^^te or Alternate must state a preferprefe ence " V * 8 °“e °f Cand,dates or b? “*> Aulh,,rl:eJ anJ [,a,J fl* * RiW^hanniKk County Region Cummin*.

Benefits of your historic home? , By Steve Miller Rappahannock News Writer - People are sometime surprised to find that their home is “historic” and could be eligible for state or National registration. Actually, though the guidelines for nominating historic homes was laid out in the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 or by the Virginia Commonwealth; the significance of a structure, site or area is more often a local determination. The only absolute criterion is that it must be at least 50 years old. Homes, commercial buildings, and even churches and areas can be nominated for formal “historic” designation if they are associated with events, persons, or patterns significant to our national or community past. The greatest benefit in such a formal designation is the public recognition of its significance. In addition there can be personal financial, tax, and property protection benefits. For example, an owner of a registered property used in an income producing capacity (for instance a Bed & Breakfast, shop or restaurant) can get 20 percent IRS and 25 percent state tax credit for rehabilitation costs). The location of historic “registered” sites can also have broader benefit to the community and county. Recipes wanted for tri-county cookbook By Kelly Bailey Rappahannock News Writer Friends of the CulpeperMadison-Rappahannock Farm Fair are creating a special tricounty cookbook to benefit the CMR Farm Fair. Everyone is encouraged to send in his or her favorite bread, roll, beverage, appetizer, or miscellaneous recipe to help the youth of our area. We want all recipes, especially those that have been handed down from generation to generation, blue ribbon classics, and don’t forget your families’ favorites! Whether it is a main dish, soup, vegetable, salad, desert, or all of the above, here is your chance to share treasures from your kitchen and support a good cause at the same time. All you have to do is print neatly or type each recipe on a separate form including the following: category, ingredients, method of preparation, and contributors’ name. Be sure to double check your submissions for accuracy and legibility. Kecipes may be dropped ott no later than March 15 to the Culpeper, Madison, or Rappahannock Extension Offices; Orange-Madison Cooperative (Madison store); Culpeper County Library; Culpeper Farmers Co-op; or mailed to: CMR Cookbook Recipes, do Kelly Bailey, 11348 Drogheda Mt. Rd., Rixeyville, Va. 22737. Spaces will be available for WANTED old phot«i^|!pgief<« letter*, bullhead*, advertising items,'*1'books or inf mi sc. items that . \ *V represent Call 540-752-4118 or 540-374 9211 Ask for In Loving Memory to Mama Mary L. Atkins Mama, you went home to be with Our Lord, just one short year ago. I’m thankful your pain and heartaches are over. I’m thankful for the precious example you were in my life. Your strength and wisdom continue to be an inspiration to me each day. Mama, there has been a lot of pain and heartache in my life this year. There have been so many times I wished 1 could hear you say, “Everything will be all right if you trust God with all your heart.” Your encouragement always helped me face each new day. So Mama, I’ll keep leaning on God to carry me through and I pray I can be just half the wonderful lady you were. “ I love you, Mama. Missed by yuur daughter, Betty Lou advertisements, special contributions and recognition’s, thank you’s, and dedications such as: In Honor of, In Memory of, In Tribute to, etc. So don’t miss this golden opportunity to be a part of this community cookbook as we expect to sell hundreds of copies. Costs for these spaces are as follows: Full page $75, onehalf page $50, and one-quarter page $25. All advertisements must be camera ready. Special messages and other contributions should be typed exactly the way you wish them to appear in the cookbook. Please mail the above information with a contact name, phone number, address, and check made payable to the CMR Farm Fair referencing cookbook space to: CMR Cookbook Space, do Kelly Bailey, 11348 Drogheda Mt. Rd., Rixeyville, Va. 22737. All submissions are due by March 15. GREG WILLEMS All phases of outdoor care It your spring cleanup! ™ 540-675-2530 -5404 Firewood • To Fertili Pruning * Stump Remove! ch * Mauling * Mowing Trimming * Snow Removal • 1 ' ; let Clearing * Bush Hogging Friday, March 2 OPEN MIC Stevla “Guitar" Sparks Saturday, March 3 Jimmy Gaudraau & Moondi Klaln NOW OPEN Friday & Saturday 5-JO to doling Family Dining & Flm Marie 540-987-3162 ' www.bla«mooncar«.coa Breeden's Plant House W*'****** Saturday * March 3 Hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily House Plants, Gifts, Planting Supplies, Hanging Baskets, Pansies and Primroses Spring flowers now available Make sure to visit our shop featuring silk arrangements and gifts. 540-923-4381 Directions: From Six*rryville, take Rt. 231 S. tor 12 miles, turn left on 642, go 1.5 miles These sites provide a base for “heritage tourism” which has proven to be extremely successful way to stimulate local business, gain jobs, and increase local tax revenue. Data suggests historic tourists spend more. Equally important is that it does so with minimal adverse impact and actually encourages maintaining an area’s unique character. It provides a subtle influence on the style and type of the areas “development” by reinforcing its existing and natural qualities - and acts as a disincentive to “sprawl” type development. Historic registration can be through the Virginia Landmarks Register or National Register. Applying is a straightforward process; but does require some supporting proof and local support. However, assistance is available to those interested from the State Dept of Historic Resources, community groups and private nonprofit groups. More about the benefits, how to go about applying, and where to get assistance will be the topic of the “Preservation Public Forum” being held at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 9 at the Amissville United Methodist Church on Lee Highway. Representatives from the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Preservation Alliance of Virginia will discuss these topics and answer questions from the audience. For more information check www.Amissville.com or call Steve Miller at 937-7327. Trimly’s visiting rector is from New Zealand By Nels Parson Rappahannock News Writer The Rev. Rosalie Hoddinott, residentiary canon of Christchurch Cathedral in New Zealand, will supply the pulpit at Trinity Episcopal Church for several weeks beginning next Sunday, March 4. She replaces the Rev. Nigel Mollink, from South Africa. Nigel Mollink and his wife, Wendy, have been delightful guests and inspirations to Trinity Church; we shall miss them. Rev. Hoddinott was ordained into the Methodist Church of New Zealand and worked as presbyter in a suburban church. She previously trained through Trinity College in Auckland and the College House Institute of Theology in Christchurch. Four years ago she became a member of the Cathedral staff and serves the church and community in many roles. Rev. Hoddinott is married to Graeme Hoddinott, who works with a firm of architects. They have been married nearly 38 years, have three daughters and four grandchildren. The congregation and community are looking forward to meeting them. 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 RAPPAHANNOCK HUNT POINT-TO-POINT RACES ~.v Saturday March 3, 2001 BLEU ROCK INN WASHINGTON, VA POST TIME 1 p.m. '•>/ - : ■ ' ' :■; of rl?; ^ v For Information Call: Oliver Brown 540-547-2810 Janet O’Keefe 540-547-2993 Photo courtesy of Marjie Gibson VOLUNTEERS ON THE SCENE AGAIN: The students at Hearthstone School recently were visited by the Sperryville Rescue Squad. Before completing their demonstration they were called away for an emergency but returned to Hearthstone to finish the program. SperryviUe Rescue Squad presents demonstration By Rachael L. Berta RappahannockNews Writer On Tuesday, Feb. 13 the Sperryville Rescue Squad came to Hearthstone School. They demonstrated what they did to help student, Tina Kordonis when she was a hit by a car and broke her leg. Julia and Adam Disbrow volunteered to pretend they were Tina and the Rescue Squad went through the standard procedures of emergency medical care, Then they emphasized how to deal with a broken leg. They showed us in real time as if it was happening, then they went over it again step by step in detail explaining the reasons for each action they performed. In the middle of the demonstration they were called away for an emergency situation. Despite their busy schedule they returned to finish the demonstration. Afterwards, they showed us the inside of the ambulance. All of the students benefited greatly from learning more about Tina’s experience. * ’ We appreciated the Rescv^p Squad coming to our school. The rescue workers included Betfy Hill, Harriette Kindall, Andrew Clinedinst and Carl Aplin. ^ Dr. Dale Schusterman announces the closure of Rappaharnock Chiropractic Services, Ltd. on June l, 2001. The office will reopen in Northern Virginia in several months. Please call the office for doctor referrals or other details. 540-675-1850 Wakefield Country Day School At Huntly (Preschool through 12th Grade) Cordially Invites You To Attend An OPEN HOUSE Sunday, March 11, 2001 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. • Tour the school • Review classroom and curriculum materials and texts • Meet teachers, students and administrators • Schedule admissions placement tests • Challenging academics • Structured classroom setting • Warm family atmosphere • Lower tuition than most area private schools • Bus service from seven counties • Optional religion program • Seven interscholastic sports teams • AP courses in all major subjects • Fully accredited V “Providing a classical education for the students of the 21st Century." f For further information, .;; please call the School Office at 540-635-8555.' ; P.O.Box 739 •* 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway • Flint Hill, VA 22627 WCDS is accredited by the Virginia Independent School Association whose accreditation pcoccla, has been approved by the Virginia Council for Private Education Committee an Accreditation p* authorized by the Virginia State Board of Education. •, a

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Student/Athlete Matt Ralston Sports: Basketball Class in school: Junior Favorite subject in school: All of them. Most memorable high school sports moment: It was a regular season basketball game at Madison this year. This guy drove the baseline and went up for a lay-up — I came over and blocked the ball and knocked it into the third row — it was really great. Favorite food: Everything but pumpkin pie. Favorite book: Dune by Frank Herbert Favorite TV show: “The Simpsons” Favorite movie: Ronin Favorite music/performer: Matt Ralston Operation Ivy . Graduation ambition: When I graduate from high school, I’m going to St. John’s College to study philosophy. What I like most about RCHS: I know everybody and get along with everyone. Son of: Bill and Helen Ralston of Washington Brother: Ryan 19 years old Jr. Panther soccer still up in the air After several weeks of dialogue between the RCHS Athletic Director and the AD’s of the four Fauquier „ County Middle Schools, the situation surrounding the start-upT of a Junior Panther (6th, 7th, and 8th graders) Soccer Program remains uncertain. « Earlier this year, members of the Rappahannock County Soccer League (RSL) had approached the High School Athletic Director requesting that we explore the possibility of starting a Junior Panther Soccer Team. The new team would provide a competitive environment for young soccer athletes that would continue their development prior to reaching the RCHS Varsity program. Neighboring Fauquier County is starting a middle school soccer league this year involving their four county middle schools i.e., Marshall Middle School, Warrenton Middle School, Cedar Lee Middle School, and T.C. Taylor Middle School. Our goal was to be a noncounty opponent for each of their teams. The latest conversations last week between Mr. Jon Smythe from RCHS and the middle school athletic directors in Fauquier County revealed the following situation: 1. Fauquier County will start their four team league this season 2. Practice/tryouts will commence for their teams on Monday, April 2 3. Games will be played once a week starting on Wednesday, April 25 4. Each team will play the other three county teams twice (home/away) 5. On Thursday, March 2nd, the Middle School AD’s are meeting with league officials to coordinate the schedule for the season According to Mr. Smythe, “I’ve talked with them all last week. Only Marshall Middle School has said they won’t play us this year. Their principal wants the league to involve only Fauquier County teams the first year. The other AD’s have no problems playing with us, they will discuss the matter during the March 2 coordination meeting. We should know more by the end of the week. In the meantime, I’ve informed the leadership of the RSL on what’s happening. I’ve also discussed options with Mr. Kenny Rodgers (Jr. Panther soccer coach) and Mr. Mark Ramey (Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach). Hopefully, we can get something started with the schools in Fauquier. If not, we’ve got to keep our kids playing, playing a lot, and playing against the best competition we can find.” Spring sports commence Tryouts and practice commenced on Monday, Feb. 26 at the high school. I Teams in season this spring include the Boys’ Varsity Baseball, Boys’ Junior Varsity Baseball, Girls’ Varsity Softball, Girls’ Junior Varsity Softball, Boys’ Varsity Soccer, Girls’ Varsity Soccer, Boys’ Track and Girls’ Track teams. Details on schedules and upcoming games, etc. will be provided next week. Baseball and Softball will practice at Stuart Field in Amissville for a week or two until the new fields behind the Elementary School are ready. Track teams will train/practice behind the High School. Soccer teams will also practice behind the High School. Any questions on these activities should be directed to the RCHS Athletic Director, Mr. Jon Smythe at 987-8575. Got bored kids? Visit our web site at www.timespapers.com for local events. This week in sports By Jon Smythe Athletic Director This week brought an end to all RCHS winter team sports. All Panther teams have finished their Bull Run District tournaments and Regional play continues only for those few area teams that have been successful. Despite the completion of winter team activity here at the high school several individual Panther athletes are still going strong. Wrestling This week was quite a season finale for the Rappahannock County Wrestlers as five District medalists traveled to Madison on Saturday, Feb. 24 to compete in the Region B tournament. Fourteen teams representing the three Districts in Region B sent their best wrestlers onto the mat in search of team and individual glory. When it was all over, Coach Jim Wells’ Panther squad had drawn a mark on the wall for all future RCHS wrestling teams to meet. With only five wrestlers — Senior, Chris Graves; Juniors Johnny Ferdetta and Garner Smythe; and Sophomores, Jeff Scroggins and Jeremy Graves; the Rapp team finished the day in tenth place overall and with two of their grapplers on the way to the State Tournament next week. All the Panther wrestlers won at least one match in the tournament, with Johnny Ferdetta, Garner Smythe, and Jeremey Graves each finishing sixth overall. However, the day belonged to Sophomore Jeff Scroggins who came out during his first match of the day and stunned his opponent and the crowd by pinning the number one seed in the second period. Senior, Chris Graves also won his opening match to set up an opportunity for himself and Scroggins to earn berths in the State Tournament as Region B’s fourth place finishers. Graves at 160 pounds and Scroggins at 189 pounds will travel to Salem, Virginia on Friday, March 2. The first round of competition will occur on Friday, March 2, with the Championship round on Saturday, March 3. Basketball The RCHS squad ran into an old nemesis at the Madison County High School gym on Tuesday, Feb. 20. The occasion was a quarter-final game between the sixth place Panthers and the number three seed — the Mountaineers of Madison County. The Rapp squad played well, but this was not the year that we would be the Mountaineers. The hot shooting Madison team jumped out to a 20 to 9 first quarter lead, as Daniel Mathers and Direll Humphrey each had a pair of baskets from beyond the three-point arch. After that, the Panthers played the Madison squad pretty even up. Spotting teams big first quarter leads has been the worst part of this years team play. The hill to get back in the game gets too steep and Tuesday night was no differ Photos courtesy of David Clanagan SOPHOMORE: Jeff Scroggins pins the number one seed in the Regional Tournament. SENIOR: Chris Graves breaks free to place in Regional Tournament. ent. Down by 20 points at the half, the Panthers put on a little run late, but when the horn sounded the Madison team had won 83 to 66. The highlight of the night however, was the shooting exhibition put on by Chris Fletcher, a senior in his final game as a Panther basketball player. Chris Fletcher would be nominated by Coach Dayton for consideration as a first or second team, All Bull Run District player at a coach’s meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 21. He would not get enough votes to be selected, but he ' played the game on Tuesday night, twenty four hours before that nomination, as if to show that Madison team that he deserved the honor. Despite some of the same problems that have plagued the Panthers all season long, they played hard and Fletcher showed the Mountaineers how to score some points. With five 3 pointers and 7 free throws, Chris led all scorers on the floor that night with 30 points. It was also a tough game and the last for Seniors, B.J. Christian, Daniel Dart, and Mark Wharton, in addition to Fletcher. . The Varsity finished the season 3-18 overall, 2-10 in the Bull Run District, and 0-1 in the District tournament. SENIOR: Chris Fletcher scores two of his season high 30 points against Madison High School. . J-'MW-,1 * - 1 ■" !ll.l!iy1-" U'.' 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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: RappNews@timespapers.com. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday " Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.timescommunity.com Our View Redistricting : Rappahannock residents encouraged to contact State Legislators Sometime in March — but definitely before April 1 — Rappahannock County officials will be given the final 2000 Census figures and the accompanying maps that they will need to balance out our county’s magisterial districts. Preliminary studies indicate that Jackson "District, where the majority of the population growth has occurred since 1990, will shrink in size, so that the numbers will roughly equal the populations in the other districts, particularly in southern part of the county where growth has been slower, r * Our biggest concern, however, is the way in which i Rappahannock County will figure in the statewide | redistricting for the House of Delegates, which will ;be addressed by the General Assembly in April. It has [been reported that over 70 different redistricting I plans have already been plotted for the state. Since 1991, Rappahannock has been part of the ?31st District, along with most of Fauquier County jand part of Warren. We share the same judicial district, Virginia State Police Division and planning district With Fauquier County, this has been a very com►fbrtable arrangement. - - - * But the issues run deeper than that. We also share jrauch of the same culture and many of the same Jijssues with our neighbor to the east. ^ The dynamics of growth in the Northern Virginia r&iburbs may cause Fauquier to once again be split up *£nd parceled-out to the more populous counties on its {■borders, which will result in Rappahannock being ^shifted elsewhere. Jv If this happens, both counties will lose. County JJfeaders have contacted the State Legislature, asking Ifhat Rappahannock and Fauquier remain allied. £ I We will do the same, and ask our readers to do ^likewise. # Rappahannock Today ProcctUirc v n.M t i «*»»'*» . VI tiffin »•« ( <MvKW >k<-» l 2. Sj»T «--»«) ()(//» V \d»l ”»»*••* ‘*f totil vl»«i\v 4 S|tdnWI< ni*h t K. (M b |i»W in «>'* •» * JfO «!**»«’♦ **' fft to 15 MlntH** t, tor** |»*rmr**n ..ifatra.. English Muffin Pizza .*"3btb Muff* . £?*•*»* | rj™*«w« ihtn, «r ***** ;»<«! £-.r,„, r,^,, *»**&'<imd <rumbt*4 'U“’-‘ M^hrww* Photo courtesy ot Mazei zjnn-uay, The Amissville 4-H Club learned how to make English muffin pizzas under the teen leadership of Devin Day. Devin gave1 the demonstration on how to make the pizzas, then each club member performed the demonstration and each made a* pizza. The club will learn the Power Point computer program at their next meeting. Members pictured from left to right are first row, Rayland Brown, Chris Jenkins, Irving Smith; second row, Devin Day, Nick Cropp, Ashley Wright, Tommy Voorhies' and Ashley Stringfellow. The adult volunteer leader is Jennifer Gray. If anyone is interested in joining the Amissville 4-VT Club, call the Extension Office at 675-3619. Letters Officials should listen to citizens I hope the School Board will not limit the time a citizen can speak at a public meeting. The schools belong to Rappahannock’s people. Surely they will have the right and time to make their views heard. A public official should listen to the public. Our schools and children will benefit. Newbill Miller Washington Chiropractic Office to close June 1 I am sad to report that I will be closing my chiropractic office, just outside Washington, Va. on June 1, 2001. Blanca, Julia and I will be moving back to Northern Virginia. We made this decision as a family, to better take care of certain projects and obligations that we have in the city and spend less time commuting. The thought of leaving our many friends and the beautiful land of Rappahannock is quite difficult and has taken much soul searching to come to this decision. Fortunately we will not be far away and will be able to visit often. After a short break I intend to reopen my chiropractic office somewhere in Northern Virginia. I will leave a message on my local office phone number as to where my new clinic will be. ' Anyone needing a referral doctor or a copy of their records can contact my office for that information. We love Rappahannock and all the people we have metj here and will take you with us in our hearts and also stayiin contact. u Dale Schusterman,D.C. Washington Special interests defined Further to Walter Longyear’s letter of last week on taxes, in that letter he referred to the “Democrat Party.” One of the advantages of being a member of the Republic Party is that one needn’t distinguish between the nominal and adjectival forms of certain words. Another advantage is that a Republic like Walter Longyear can say, “For liberals, taxes are never high enough,” and then, treating the quote as a fact, build his entire argument on it. The trouble here is that the quote is a factoid, not a fact. A factoid is fictitious or unsubstantiated, but when presented as a fact it may be accepted because of constant repetition. Factoids are closely related to “spin,” of which the Republics are devotees. A final advantage is that Republic Party members know the difference between right and wrong, and are ipso facto better able to tell the difference between “special interests” and “core values.” Thus, when the Democrat Party spends tax money on welfare, education, health care, or other people-centered programs, it is “buying votes” from their special interest groups. But when the Republic Party favors military industries, big Tobacco, big Pharmaceuticals, or tax cuts for the wealthy, it does so because these are all core values. As for waste, the Democrat expenditures for their special interests are small potatoes compared to the billions spent by the Republics on Ronald Reagan’s faithbased missile system, a.k.a. “Star Wars,” or on the “Stealth Bomber” that can’t fly in the rain. These programs,"which benefit the large corporations that freely contribute to the Republic Party, presumably give the tax-payers “solid value” for their money, as well as “protection” from all those rogue nations out there. But Walter Longyear likes to cut taxes - a core value for him. So does George W. Bush, whose across-the-board tax cut, as analyzed by Citizens for Tax Justice, would, when fully phased in, give some 43 percent of its tax cuts to the wealthiest one percent of all taxpayers. Recently, Mr. Bush said that he is now a member of that elite group. Indeed, CTJ has determined that the Bushes “are likely to report total adjusted gross income in each of the next several years in excess of • $2 million annually.” By 2006, when his tax cut is fully phased in, the Bushes “can expect a reduction in their federal income tax bill of almost $100,000 a year.” (CTJ, Feb. 12 2001). Conflict of interest, anyone? Lee Bird Washington Down Memory Lane - From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News Photo courtesy ot Mary Fletcher OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Dedicated and faithful members of the First Baptist Church gathered several years ago at the Washington fire hall for a wedding social. The ladies truly believe that “faith has brought them this far,” and are grateful for worshipping opportunities. 40 YEARS AGO March 2, 1961 The Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point Races have been set for March 4 starting at 12:30 p.m. The races will be held at Mr. James W. Fletcher’s Thornhill Hill Farm, three miles south of Sperryville on Route 522. The pubic is invited and tickets will be sold at the gate, $1 per person. Over a hundred Amissville firemen, Junior firemen, Auxiliary members and visiting firemen, ladies and special guests enjoyed the eighth annual banquet given at the Amissville fire company by the Ladies Auxiliary on Feb. 24 at the fire hall. The sumptuous turkey and old Virignia ham dinner was served on beautifiilly decorated tables arranged in a horseshoe. At the National Cherry Pie Baking Contest held Feb. 19-24 in Chicago, Rena Pullen, a senior at Rappahannock County High School and Virginia State Champion, did not win, but did an excellent job of representing her state. Rena is the 19 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Pullen of Sperryville. She was accompanied to Chicago by Mrs. Glenna O. Bennett, Home Economics teacher at the high school. She has been a member of FHA for the past four years. 20 YEARS AGO Feb. 26, 1981 - - ; * s Scout Think Day held last week at the Rappahannock ! Elementary School highlighted girls sharing their skill* with others. Accompanied by Dawn Watson on the guitar, Brownies Sherron Boddie, Emily and Marion } Righter, Tara Darner, Joanna McDaniel, Tasha * Roy, Sandy Dodson, Tanya Runion, Camela Jones! and Allison Martin taught their friends favorite songl that Scouts have been singing around campfires for * years. ; Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Burke of Washington cele- • brated their 60th wedding anniversary on Feb. 14 witha family party held at the HyWy Restaurant in Front C Royal. The Burke’s five children, ten grandchildren '* and ten great-grandchildren joined the celebration^ ' In a photograph, Michael Payne receives a certificate' for presenting the best appearance during Cub Scout inspection at Friday’s banquet. The Rev. B.G. ££ Titchenell of Locust Grove, former scout official,!• judged the uniforms. Michael is the son of Brendhr • and Wayne Payne of Flint Hill. T? '»■ v Group Commander Greg Swaim led Randolph-Maeon Academy's Parade Unit to first place in the junior military competition in Alexandria’s Annual George Washington’s Birthday Parade on Feb. 16. Swaim, a cadet first lieutenant at Randolph-Macon in Front Royal is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Swaim of Flint Hill.

More Letters Scornful not “flippant” My handy kitchen dictionary defines “flippant” as “casually disrespectful,” and as my disrespect of the Democratic Party is anything but casual, I am at a loss to understand why Thomas Spande characterizes my letter that \iray. Angry, yes. Scornful, yes. Not flippant. Flippant is the word I would use to describe the attitude of those Florida voters who, assuming that a Gore victory was inevitable, paid little attention to the mechanics of the actual voting process, and, using equipment no better and no worse than that being used all over the country, conducted themselves with a shameful disregard for the sacrifice of life, fortune, and sacred honor that have made it possible for American citizens to cast free and secret ballots for over 200 years. The facts Mr. Spande and Mr. Bird adduce are not facts, but on the one hand opinions and on the other statistics, or, as Benjamin Disraeli put it, “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.” My own opinion is that the Democratic Party tried desperately to steal the election by manufacturing votes for A1 Gore on the one hand and barring votes that might have been for George Bush on the other, and is now trying to perpetuate the image of itself as the innocent victim of a fraudulent election. There are those who may feel that I am impugning the honor of the Democratic Party. I’m not. But I might. If I could ever be convinced it had any. Edith Pond Spenyville A response to pond I am shocked at the unreasoning, antagonistic, and uncivil expressions and attitude of Ms. Pond in her response to Mr. Bird. At no time did Ms. Pond discuss any part of the voting crisis that faces the Nation. To pretend it does not exist is even more distressing £o reasoning people. Tn contrast, Mr. Bird was calm and non'accusatory, opening an important subject to [civil discussion-a much needed part of [democracy. ; How does Ms. Pond explain: ■ • Republicans are always insisting on the Rule of Law. How could it be that Vice President Gore was acting out-of-order when he uses legal action and Governor Bush has his stable of lawyers enacting endless deterrents to counting an incomplete vote count of staggering proportions in Florida? • The politicizing of the U.S. Supreme Court by the Republicans in halting the recount. • Republican insistence that their candidate won and that Vice President Gore was trying to steal the Election when Vice President Gore had more than 500,000 popular votes (without the Florida votes). This is a time of humility and reconciliation by all of us but particularly people like Ms. Pond. If she is a Republican, she might follow the pronouncements of President Bush who has urged healing the wounds of a very close election and urged bipartisan response to the governance of our country. The right to vote and be counted (one man, one vote) is a sacred measure of our civilization. For sworn testimony on what went on in Florida, one should listen to the hearings being held right now and played on C-Span of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, with testimony from every side of the issue. Marguerite Gras Sperryville Fervent prayers availed The most important factor of the November 2000 election has been ignored. Whether all of us believe it or not. The results of this election were not solely decided by the voters. Our beloved country had sunk to such a low level morally and spiritually that our God, by His mercy, took charge and the result was that George W. Bush became our president. Proverbs 21:1-2 “The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, as are the rivers of water; He tumeth it whithersoever He will. Every way of a man is right in his own eyes; but the Lord pondereth the hearts.” Psalm 75:6-7 “For promotion comes neither from the east, not from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge; He brings one down, and exalts another.” The earnest, fervent prayers of God’s people have availed much. We must continue to pray for wisdom for our leaders. The calling forth, by many of our national and spiritual leaders, for God to bless America has had the desired result. We are a blessed people in Hearthstone extends appreciation What a great evening the Hearthstone Hootennanny turned out to be Sunday night at the Blue Moon Cafe! We are grateful to the Rappahannock News for their coverage of the event that resulted in such a wonderful turnout for our “barn raising.” We also thank Dontez Harris, Director of the Hearthstone Band, the children who performed, Miranda Hope, Alice Currin, Paul Reisler, Diane Bardwell, Carsie Blue, Rafael Lorenzo, and Amy Silver for playing. Thanks to Robert “Smiggy” Smith for doing a great job running sound, to our fabulous MC, Warren Phinney, and to George Rosenbaum and the staff at the Blue Moon Cafe for hosting the event. We especially thank everyone who came and listened for their support. We raised $1,293.10 towards building •Hearthstone’s new nursery/kindergarten annex! - The Hearthstone Community: Staff, teachers, children and families a blessed nation. We can again be proud to say, “I am an American.” Elizabeth V. Whetzel Washington Imported cars aren’t foreign to us. ^ r\ REASONS TO All BRING YOUR J V CAR TO US 1. Our business is Import Car Service 2. 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For instance, the Fifth Amendment starts by talking about capital crimes, and finishes with the declaration that no one can “be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law.” It’s the “due process” part where we can make improvements in Virginia to protect innocent lives. It is very difficult under Virginia law to give the death penalty to anyone. Our tight, strict laws are the reason why so few death penalty cases are overturned. It takes a truly horrific murder compounded with aggravated crimes to draw capital punishment in Virginia. This is as it should be. All questions of deterrence aside, capital punishment is just that — punishment — and should be viewed as a matter of justice. Virginia must take special care that those tried are given every reasonable consideration toward due process. After all, the law is Opinion established to protect innocent life, and the idea that an innocent man may die because of arcane rules is abhorrent. There are two changes Virginia should make to protect the innocent. First, DNA testing must be made available to anyone facing the death penalty. DNA evidence is even more conclusive than fingerprints, and can often clear a suspect quickly. Anyone accused of a capital crime must be given the opportunity to have appropriate evidence subjected to DNA testing, at the state’s expense if necessary. Moreover, those currently on death row who were convicted prior to the emergence of DNA testing as a standard should have the opportunity to have any existing evidence tested as well. It is the state’s responsibility, and ours as its citizens, to ensure that every reasonable piece of evidence is examined before carrying out a sentence of death. Virginians certainly saw the efficacy of this method in the case of Earl Washington Jr., who was sentenced to die for a rape and murder that DNA tests show he did not commit. It’s fortunate that this mistake was rectified. With modern DNA testing technology, this mistake could have been avoided altogether. The second change needed in Virginia’s capital justice system is an elimination of the 21-day rule. Virginia’s current law, the most restrictive in the nation, prohibits the introduction off new evidence more than 21 days after a final order in a death-penalty case. That’s wrong. Any new evidence that comes to light after a conviction in a capital case should be submitted to a court for review. New DNA evidence, a deathbed confession, locating an eyewitness who was not available during the original trial . . . evidence that will stop the execution of an innocent man should always be reviewed by the judicial system. The court may find the evidence isn’t compelling, and let the sentence stand. The purpose of capital punishment is not to execute as many inmates as possible, but to exact appropriate justice on the guilty. 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Library From Page A1 reports were provided to the Board for their review. Some data for the calendar year needs to be entered into the system, and it is expected that the accounting system will be fully operational by the March meeting. Visioning From Page A1 for Rappahannock input at a Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Visioning Forum on Feb. 20, and in excess of Fifty local citizens and County officials provided responses to the questions that Commission visioning facilitators posed. Forum attendees were asked to develop and consolidate lists of Rappahannock County resources/strengths, emerging issues/challenges, and opportunities. This type of local input will be obtained from each of the region’s five counties and, at two regional meetings, the input from the localities will be reconciled in an attempt to create common goals and strategies for the future. The regional forums will be held on April 28 and May 19 of this year at the Culpeper County Middle School, both from 9 a.m. until noon. Additional information on the regional visioning is available by calling 829-7450. No more Shaving, Plucking or Waxing Imagine having smooth, hair-free skin without shaving, waxing, plucking, or bleaching unwanted hair. Using the latest laser technology known as GentleLASE”, we now offer safe, fast, effective treatments for both men and women. Unlike other treatments, the GentleLASE* process is easyrequiring no creams or gels, no pre-treatment waxing, and no needles. In fact, laser hair removal is a medical breakthrough. Treatments are comfortable, treating hair follicles in a fraction of the time of other methods, using only the gentle power of laser light. *Be one of the first 100 patients scheduled & receive 10% off your first session! Warrenton Dermatology, P.C. Lisa D. Sherman, M.D. Lawrence J. 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I had already made some significant changes in the past 25 years, among them diet (including organic food), eliminating addictive foods and other substances, adding herbal supplements, reducing stress, getting enough exercise, getting body work for stressed, injured or fatigued areas, increasing my spiritual/metaphysical/philosophical awareness and just learning to be more aware of where I am in my daily life. But this book by F. Batmanghelidj, M.D., “Your Bodies Many Cries For Water” was the biggest eye opener yet. It’s about the importance of water in the human (your) body. After reading the book I realized I was basically dehydrated. That s when I began trying the techniques suggested and I found that I was able to eliminate a digestive problem that had been bothering me for some time. It also cleared up many other “smaller” problems, among them joint pain, bowel and urinary irregularity, fatigue, and sinus and allergy disorders. Some things were obvious and some very subtle...but all definitely improved and some were totally cured. The author of this book spent 18 years of full-time, focused research on the effects of water on the human body. His findings, as quoted from his web site, indicate that “every function inside the body is regulated by and depends on water. Water must be available to carry vital elements, oxygen, hormone, and chemical messengers to all parts of the body. Without sufficient water to wet all parts equally, some more remote parts of the body will not receive the vital elements that water supplies. Water is also needed to carry toxic waste away from cells. In fact there are at least 50 reasons why the body needs sufficient water on a regular basis.” In my personal experiences, and those that I know of that have tried this simple procedure, I have found it to be miraculous. The procedure is basic and simple, as all miracles tend to be. One just drinks one-half of their body weight in ounces of water per day, i.e. 120 pounds equals 60 ounces of water per day, every day! A good rough estimate is two quarts per day or 8 eight ounce glasses of water per day (remember hearing that?). Another factor in this equation is equally important though. One needs to stop consuming products that dehydrate them, remember dehydration is the culprit here. These substances are: coffee, black tea, chocolate, alcohol, tobacco, soft drinks and drugs. This may be very difficult for some people but these are the main products that dehydrate the body and create major problems such as arthritis, allergies, sinus problems, headaches, bowel and urinary disorders, tension, fatigue, digestive problems, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, lupus, etc. I have seen some amazing results, in my brief experience, with those who have used this information. Please understand this is not meant to be taken as medical advice, I am not a doctor. This is for information purposes only. Always consult a health care practitioner if you are unsure about your health. If you would like to know more, please come to my presentation about this interesting subject given as part of the Rappahannock Healing Arts Center, Winter Wellness Series, being held at the Rappahannock County Library on Friday M&rch 2 from 7-9 p.m. I will have available, copies of the book by Dr. Batmanghelidj and will be glad to share with you what I know. If you can’t make the presentation the book is available on line at www.watercure.com where you can also read about the amazing effects of water. Ideally one should be drinking the purest water possible, at least filtered, especially if it’s town/city water, because of the chlorine and other toxins found in these sources. Dan Lewis is a Certified Massage Therapist in the state of Virginia and has been practicing in the Rappahannock and Warrenton areas for 15 years. 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 February 28, 2001 ^ Rappahannock News Countryside Section B • www.timescommunity.com This Weekend “Remember the Titans” at Theatre on Friday, March 2 “Titans”, starring Denzel Washington, is the true story of T.C.Williams High School in Alexandria whose football players overcame their racial differences to win the 1971 state football championship. The movie is about the time when forced integration came to the public schools of Alexandria and high school football coach Bill Yoast (Will Patton) finds himself replaced by a black man, Herman Boone (Denzel Washington). And Boone’s once lily-white team is now racially mixed. Yoast and Boone learn to work together, and the military-style discipline that Coach Boone imposes on his players breaks down prejudices and points to a winning season. Director Boaz Yakin and producer Jerry Bruckheimer (“Armageddon”) hammer home their inspirational message with the force of a 400-pound linebacker, in a film that amounts to a weird blend of “Malcolm X”, “Stand and Deliver”, and “Rocky.” The makers of “Remember the Titans” never claimed the film was a documentary, although the film which was made in Atlanta, does include portrayals of actual events and people. Alexandria’s black community really did pressure Boone into taking the head coaching job at T.C. Williams as shown in the movie. Boone says, “I turned down the job at first.” In the movie Boone is an outsider but in reality, Boone says that he came to T.C. Williams as an assistant coach in 1969. The original Titans have organized to accept invitations in theatres around the country where they take part in Q & A sessions after the film. Regretfully, the RAAC Film Committee’s attempts to arrange for an appearance by the original Titans were unsuccessful. Denzel Washington has had an outstanding film career. Born in 1954, Washington grew up in New York, attended Fordham, was married in 1982 and has four children. He took a 50 percent pay cut to star in “Remember the Titans.” His other films include “Malcolm X”, “The Hurricane”, “Pelican Brief”, “Devil in Blue Dress”, “The Siege” and “He Got Game.” RAAC will show the movie Friday, March 2 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre on Gay Street. The movie is rated PG and the running time is one hour and 53 minutes. Adults $5, students $4 and children $3. In Brief Point-toPoint returns to county The Rappahannock Hunt Point-toPoint races will return to the county this year and will be held on Saturday, March 3 at the Bleu Rock Inn on US 211 across from the Rappahannock County High School. Post time is 1 p.m. For additional information call Oliver Brown at 547-2810 or Janet O’Keefe at 547-2993. Barrel sampling at Gray Ghost Vineyards Participate in the first barrel sampling in Gray Ghost’s new underground barrel room. Taste ‘99 and 2000 Cabernets and 2000 Chardonnay as they develop in the barrel. Admission of $10 per person includes light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary glass. The event will take place Saturday and Sunday, March 10 and 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reservations are not necessary. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville. For directions or more information contact the winery at 937-4869. V Attracting Purple Martins By Jim Bywaters Rappahannock News Writer Martins like space to spread their wings. The air over open fields, pastures and wide-open lawns are some of their favorite hangouts. They can often be seen floating on early morning thermals, dipping and diving, snatching insects from the air. Their songs announce to others to come and enjoy the feast they have found. If you live in a town with lots of houses around and do not think that martins would be attracted to your site do not give up. Places of business where people are coming and going all day are martin magnets. They just go about their business plucking insects out of the air over trees and rooftops. The key to his success is the location of your site. Keep this one thing in mind when establishing and locating any purple martin site. Nesting martins do not like trees or bushes close to their nesting site. These trees or bushes could harbor predators, and if they feel unsafe in any way, they just will not stay. If you are going to attempt to attract martins to any area, the site should have lots of landing room. Martins like to swoop into their nests, and if there are any tall trees or other obstructions close by, it is going to be very difficult for the site to attract them. No structures of any kind taller than the housing should be within 40 feet of the site, 60 feet is even better. If you have ever watched martins come into an established colony, you will understand. If you are dealing with trees that are 60 or 70 feet tall, then the 60-foot number may not even be enough. Each situation has to be evaluated on its own merits. Do not place the site too far away from human housing. Try - to keep predators away. Martins drink and bath in the air. Therefore, your chances to attract them improve if there is clean, open water near the site, within a halfmile if possible. But keep it within 60 feet of your home. Martins martins have been known to fly up to two like to have human activity near when they are nesting. They actually want to see their landlord. Through generations of imprinting, martins have learned the commotion around the site helps miles tor a drink, although the closer the water is, the more attractive the site is going to be. Martins eat lots of insects. Among them are draglies, horseflies, wasps, beetles and moths. They will even catch an occasional housefly and mosquito. This is another reason for starting a martin colony. They will help keep the insect population somewhat under control. One of the major misconceptions that people have about purple martins is that they eat thousands of mosquitoes every day. They are not the mosquito devastators that some might have you believe. If you are interested in controlling mosquitoes, then you might want to check into Bats. Studies have shown that mosquitoes were less than three percent of the martins’ diet. This is due to the fact that mosquitoes are becoming active at or near dusk, which is about the same time martins roost for the night. This is not intended to dissuade you about attracting martins. And this fact in no way detracts from the fact that these birds are still a joy to have around. Martins like to nest in colonies and over the years have come to rely on man almost exclusively, for their housing. They will need someone to supply them with and maintain a nesting site. This means someone to keep the site in good repair, apply proper predator protection devices where required, clean it out at the end of each nesting season and keep other pests away from the site so they can enjoy the raising of their young in relative peace. Types of housing offered to attract martins are wood or aluminum houses, gourds or something easily maintained and is usually the t personal preference of the landlord. If you decide you would like to erect a purple martin site, do it in such a way that you will enjoy what you are doing. Next week look for information about martin pests and predators. Also tips on housing and suggestions that will make attracting martins to your yard fun and safe for all involved. Happy Birding! Flint Hill bird watcher Jim Bywaters welcomes reader mail, responses, suggestions, P.O. Box 8, Flint Hill, Va. 22627. March show features Printmaking group Work by 21 professional printmakers from Virginia will go on display March 4 through April 1 at The Middle Street Gallery in Washington. Although the ONE/OFF Printmaking group has had group shows in Europe, South America, as well as across Virginia, this special exhibition is the first time their collective work has been shown in the Northern Virginia Piedmont area. An artists’ reception will be held at the Gallery from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 4. ONE/OFF began organizing collective exhibitions in 1983 with the intention of introducing the expressive possibilities of the various print media to a broader audience. The technical and aesthetic concerns of the members are diverse and representative of the innovative approaches that characterize developments in contemporary printmaking. The artists of ONE/OFF work with the processes of etching, screen printing, lithography, and relief, singularly and in combination, and frequently one of a kind elements in their prints. The Middle Street Gallery is an artist-run, non-profit gallery, located next to The Inn at Little Washington in Washington, and is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday through Sunday, year around. For gallery and show information, please call Hicker Hill at 540-923-4024. James Turner celebrates 96th A birthday celebration was given in honor of Mr. James A. Turner of Tiger Valley Road, Washington, who turned 96 on Sunday, Feb. 18. The celebration was hosted by his daughters, Mrs. Mary Fletcher of Washington and Mrs. Lucille Head of Pittsburg, Pa. and grandchildren, Jerry Turner of Washington and Elder Cynthia Head of Pittsburg, Pa. Mr. Turner was joined by his grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, great-greatgrandchildren, cousins, nephews and his brother, Richard Turner and wife Mrs. Bea Turner and Dale Turner of Front Royal. Also joining the celebration were Mrs. Jessie Carter of Madison, Mrs. Sidney Glasker of Warrenton, Mrs. Janie Folks and family of Front Royal and Timmy Clanagan of Sperryville. Mrs. Lillie Peyton, a long-time friend of the family, was unable to attend. Mr. Turner had 11 children, seven sons and four daughters. Mr. Turner attributes his long-life to “hard work and keep looking up." Mr. Turner enjoyed his day immensely among family and friends and wishes to express gratitude to all that attended or extended good wishes by way of cards or calls. Rappahannock New* phofcVBart»ra C. Waytwtf James A. Turner was recently honored on his 96th birthday. Here he poses with hit daughter, Mary Fletcher at his home in Tiger Valley. * * ‘ '<

Church Activities FT. Baptist Pastor: Randy Maki Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Friday: Messianic Service 6:30 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Rev. Rosalie Hoddinott Sunday: Lent 1 Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning prayer 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. During Lent and Easter, worship will be led by the Rev. Rosalie Hoddinott from New Zealand Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every first and third Sunday 10:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Douglas Farmer Second, Fourth & Fifth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Program at Macedonia Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill presents an excel. lent presentation entitled: “There is Hope” on Saturday, Mach 10 at 6 p.m. This presentation depicts African-Americans who have inspired hope through words and action. The cast of more than 30 will tell their stories, perform skits and share messages through recitations, song and praise dance. Refreshments will be served. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Choir practice 6:30 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Amissville Full Gospel Pastor: Rev. Aaron Roberts Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Worship 7:30 p.m. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Youth Prayer and Praise 7 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have wor• ship services for Sunday, March 4 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. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Amissville Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Xtreme Believers 6 p.m. Evening Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Choir 6 p.m. Bible Study, prayer 7 p.m. Mission Groups 7 p.m. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Sunday: Wednesday: Thursday: Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Choir Practice 7 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 Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. * Worship Service 11 a.m. Residents recover, entertain Mrs. Edith Green has returned to her home on Slate Mills Road, and is recuperating nicely from recent surgery at Culpeper Regional Hospital and we join family and friends in praying for her complete recovery. The Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue’s Department annual fund raiser is now in progress and any help toward the support of the company will be greatly appreciated. Also should anyone need to rent their new building on Birmingham Road, you may do so by contacting Ann Frazier at 547-2724. We extend deep sympathy to the family of Mrs. Maureen McWilliams of Otjiwarngo Farm, here in Boston, who passed away last Saturday, Feb. 17 as results of an automobile accident on Route 522. Rev. Wilson is serving as interim pastor at Slate Mills Baptist Church, and he and the congregation invite the public to their services. Sunday school is held at 10 a.m. and morning worship at 11 a.m. Our prayers go out to Mr. Marvin Burke, uncle of Mrs. Janet Peregory, who underwent eye surgery last Tuesday. Many from our surrounding area attended the singing and pickin party at the Salem Fire Hall on Friday evening. Ray Wharton and Joseph and Jennifer Peregory dined at Golden Corral in Culpeper on Sunday. Danny Crane, a member of the class of 1951 at Culpeper High School, is trying to locate all the members to remind them of the reunion planned for Sept. 22. If there are any members of the class living in our area or you know of their whereabouts, please call Mr. Crane at 825-0821. Friday, March 2 has been set aside as “Read Across America Day” and parents are being asked to encourage their children to read more and not only on that special day, but everyday, and don’t fail to help them whenever you can. If you do not have a church home, you are invited to the Bethel Baptist Church near Reva for services, Sunday school at 10 a.m. and morning worship at 11 a.m. Last week was set aside as International Friendship Week and we hope folk called on their friends and if the occasion arose made new ones, but don’t ever lose sight of the fact that “there is a friend that stickest closer than a brother.” trained volunteers at the Culpeper County Library, Southgate Shopping Center, will be glad to fix tax forms for any low to mid-income person or if they are age 60 or over. There is no charge for this service. To make an appointment call 825-8691 and remember to bring your 2000 tax package and W2 and 1099 information. Jennifer Peregory was an overnight guest Thursday of Krystal Heflin and her family. Rev. Sandy Martin, Pastor of New Salem Baptist Church, was one of the speakers at the Earnhardt Memorial Services at Clore-English funeral Home on Saturday. Birthday wishes go out to cousin Edna Fletcher Denin who celebrates her big day on Friday and belated wishes go out to Jimmy Cubbage who added another year to his young life on Sunday. Guests of Mrs. Joe 11 bostonIFBI Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 -•.-.-.—■ Peregory on Castleton Ford Road have been Mrs. Missy Bragg on Tuesday and Mrs. Jane Pitman on Thursday. Sunday guests in the Peregory home were Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville and Mrs. Hazel Delph of Rixeyville. At the recent Valentine ceremonies held at Black Oak Regular Baptist Church, Mr. and Mrs. T.W. Miller were crowned and honored with gifts, as King and Queen for the coming year. congratulations to miss Jennifer Hawkins of Reva for having made the Dean’s List for the fall semester at James Madison University. Army Pvt. Jason Lambert, whose parents live at Quiet Woods Court, here in Boston, has recently graduated from combat training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. He is a last June graduate of Culpeper High School. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Dodson of Salem joined by Elder Wayne Richards’ daughter, Terry and nephew Chriss, Mrs. Nina Peyton and daughter, Penny, Miss Michele Weaver, Mrs. Gladys Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Williams, Owen and Ronnie Cubbage, Mrs. Hazel Delph, Mr. Cecil Printz, Mrs. Marie Atkins and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey, all enjoyed a Valentine luncheon at Golden Corral on Sunday. They are all from Black Oak Regular Baptist Church. ! Many of us don’t pay much attention to special days, but there is another onei Thursday, March 1 i$ “National Eat A Corn Dog Day” and of course we mean the “State Fair” brand lik$ those served in our schools, for they are Americas’ favorite. We deem it a privilege to covet your prayers on behalf of many on our sick list, some of whom have been mentioned before, including Mr. Russell (Pat) Shaw and Mrs. Verna Frazier in Culpeper Regional Hospital, Janet Peregorjl, Albert Goodall, Rosifc Wharton, Judy Meredith, Peggy Tharp, Edith Green, Joyce Hutcheson and Daisy Lucas. May the good Lord help each one to return to good health. Our condolences go out to the family of Mrs. Sharon Shanks Person, a native of Reva, who passed away at Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Portsmouth last Wednesday. She was a retired Petty Officer, Second Class in the U.S. Navy. Funeral services were held Monday at Canaan Baptist Church. Salem Fire Department on Route 522 will be the setting for a retirement celebration, Friday beginning at 6:30 p.m. to honor Mrs. Virginia Jessup who will be retiring on March 1, after 25 years of faithful and dedicated service with the Child Development Center. Have a great week! Greetings from Amissville area Happy Spring or are we only in the lull before the storm? What a mess we had last Thursday, cars all over the road turned upside down and sideways! And I moved from upstate New York because I hated snow. Oh well, at least it wasn’t a foot. The Rappahannock Athletic Association will have its tryouts and drafting for new players on Saturday March 10, at RCES. The chil dren have already signed up and they have a fund raiser they are working on. If you know any child in the RAA, ask them to see their fund raiser sheet, lots of goodies in it. The first games of the 2001 season will be on Saturday April 21 and Opening Day Ceremonies will be Saturday April 28 at Stuart Field. If you would like more information on the Amissviile By AMY HITT 937-3401 RAA contact Mauri Payne at 937-4142 or 675-3729. Get well wishes are extended to Robby Grigsby who is recovering at home from heart surgery. And to Bobby Carter who is also at home recovering from surgery. Get well soon! Sympathy is extended to the family of Carl Weaver who passed away this past week. In May Mr. Weaver would have been 104. Our prayers are with the family. Have a great week. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U.S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs ” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 825-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING” U. S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 Do you dream of a challenge you want to meet or a goal for the future...if only you had the courage? Perhaps you would like to attend college, but you're afraid of failure. Maybe you want to apply for that new opening at work, the job you have dreamed of, The Road to Your Dreams but you are afraid you will not be selected? Where is your courage? Is fear between you and your dream? Psalm 31:24 tells us, "Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the Lord." Do you "hope in the Lord" with faith in His promises of strength and peace? If not, perhaps it would help to increase your faith in the Heavenly Father. For isn't it through faith in God Who dwells within us that we develop the confident spirit we must possess to make our dreams come true? Take the first step on the road to your dream as you worship God this week. 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Kelley Dingus and Robert Lane Kelley Dingus to wed Robert Lane J - Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wayne Lane of Castleton are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Robert Daniel Lane to Kelley Dawn Dingus of Harrisonburg. The groom-to-be is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. James Marangoni of Castleton and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Lane of Rixeyville. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Lee and Marcell Dingus of Fulks Run and the granddaughter of Burlin and Alberta Dingus of Mosheim, Tenn. Mr. Lane graduated from Rappahannock County high School in 1995 and is attending Blue Ridge Community College enrolled in the Information Support Technology program. He is employed full time at Food Lion in Harrisonburg as Grocery Manager. Miss Dingus is a graduate from Blue Ridge Community College with degrees in Biotechnology and Administrative Support Technology. She is employed at Rockingham Memorial Hospital as a Pharmacy Technician. An August wedding is planned. Wendi Renzie is 40! > Wendi Grigsby Renzie was -honored with a 40th birthday celebration on Saturday, Feb. 24 «at the Washington Volunteer Fire Department. ' The celebration was given *by her mother, Mrs. Bessie 'Freeman Grigsby and attended by many friends, relatives and acquaintances. Mrs. Renzie is especially grateful to all of those who attended and joined in this glorious event. We extend best wishes to Wendi for many more birthdays. ; i On Monday, Presidents Day, ;!Mr. and Mrs. John Schultz >;toured and enjoyed refreshaments at Poke Creek Plantation ;!in Westmoreland County. En ‘Jj-oute home they had dinner at •Bob Evans Restaurant in > IFredericksburg. •| Congratulations to Junior I <and Michelle Jenkins of Flint flHill on the arrival of a baby boy '|named Johnathan Taylor. He ■was bom at Fauquier Hospital !in Warrenton on Saturday. Happy birthday to Keith /Settle of Castleton who will vhave his day on Ash Wednesday, I;Feb. 28. J«< Kenny Miller of Stafford and |!Mrs. Sarah Brown were Sunday livening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. ‘•Jimmy Beatty and family at • (Point O’ Woods, Front Royal. ![* Monday visitors of Mr. and J|Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Mr. •tend Mrs. Charles Clark of •l^lanassas. Mrs. Alice Butler was a (Monday overnight guest of her ’!)Bon-in-law and daughter Kevin ^and Alicia McGuire in Vienna. •• On Tuesday Mr. and Mrs. •I Phil Butler of Falls Church and ' Mrs. Alice Butler attended a ;‘Memorial Service for Mrs. ^Myrtle Hitt at Mt. Olivet ijjMethodist Church in Arlington. J>« Mrs. Addie Keyser has •Returned to her home after Jjfaeing a patient for several J'iweeks at Overlook Rehab in •l|Warrenton. »|* On Sunday afternoon Mrs. J<*Betty Walters visited with Mr. i!|and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. *;• Saturday, March 3 the J ^Rappahannock Point to Point * !Races will be held at their new •[•location Bleu Rock Inn at 1 p.m. | post time. v, Don’t forget to mark your * ^calendar for the annual Spring '••Event at the Washington ’Baptist Church on Saturday, April 21. The Fodderstack races , will also be held on that date. | Donations of good saleable • items will be needed for our ! Grandma’s Attic. Donations | may be left at the church on call • Ruth Clark at 675-3608. ! Mr. and Mrs. Leon Bailey Jr. J of Elkton were Sunday visitors - of Mrs. Marilyn Bailey. Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Peyton Bailey of Huntly spent Monday with her grandmother, Mrs. Marilyn Bailey. Have a great week! Methodist women met recently The Flint Hill United Methodist Women met for their February meeting at the home of Louise McCulloch. Those present were Barbara Gentry, Mabel Lillard, Mary Curtis, Artis East, Candy Lamma, Anne Ashley Lamma, Alice Pullen and Mary Frances Bvwaters. The Flint Hill Ladies Auxiliary will hold their first meeting at the fire hall on Monday, March 5 at 7 p.m. New members are urged to join them. Our prayers are with all those on the sick list. Katie Welch and Holly Welch motored to the MCI Center in Washington, D.C. recently to see the Back Street Boys. Bob Curtis of Tulsa, Okla. spent from Wednesday until Sunday with his parents, Jack and Mary Curtis. Joining them on Friday was Jim Curtis of Linden. Elizabeth Welch and her dad, Bill Welch joined the Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-813$ Washington Baptist youth group to go to the movies at the Hoyt Theatre in Manassas and had dinner there over the weekend. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service at 11 a.m. on the second, fourth and fifth Sundays. The Rev. Doug Farmer will deliver the message. The public is welcome. Worship services in the Flint Hill United Methodist Church are held each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Call me with your news. Transportation Service Routes to I St. Luke's Lutheran School are being considered for the 2001-2002 school year. • Rt. 3 to Lake of the Woods, Intersection of Rt. 20 & Rt. 3, Stevensburg • Rt. 229 to Clevenger's Comer, South Wales, Rixeyville • Rt. 15 to Orange, Woodberry, Midway • Rt. 29 to Madison, Brightwood, Reva Market & Merrimac Please call 825-8890 for more information! Offering Preschool through Grade 9 Culpeper's Oldest Accredited Independent School TREMENDOUS SELECTION NOW OF FALL & WINTER MERCHANDISES Peebles Great Fashions. Groat Prices. Every Day! WARRENTON CENTER • WARRENTON, VA • (540) 347-1820 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-6 ROYAL PLAZA • FRONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 635-3101 • HOURS: MON.-SAT. 10-9; SUN. 12-5 Upcoming Events Wakefield Supervisor calls meeting Wakefield District Supervisor Roger Welch announces a public meeting at Flint Hi Fire Hall on Saturday, March 10 at 7 p.m. Subjects to be discussed include appointment of Planning Commission member, Fire Levy Board position, Trash Disposal and Cell Towers. Ladies Auxiliary to meet The Ladies Auxiliary of the Flint Hill Fire Company will have their first meeting of the year on Monday, March 5 at 7 p.m. New members are welcome. For rtiore information call 6753663. Stocker Cattle workshop set A 2001 Stocker Cattle workshop will be March 2 from 9 a.m. to 2:35 p.m. at the Marshall Ruritan Building in Marshall. Topics will include: Reducing and Treating Respiratory Disease; Internal and External Parasite Control; Control and Treatment of Pinkeye; Seasonal Price Trends; Pasture Supplements; Custom Feeding as a Marketing Option and Use of Pasture Stick in Forage Stand Evaluation. For information on how to register call the Rappahannock Cooperative Extension Office at 675-3619 Rapid Iran will not operate Rapidtran transportation services will not operate on Friday, March 2 due to a staff in-service day. Rapidtran is a program of the Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board. Fodderstack Race scheduled The 23rd annual Fodderstack 10KM Classic race will be held on Saturday, April 21 beginning at 10 a m. The event is organized by the Rappahannock Recreational Facilities Authority and sponsored by The Inn. The race begins in Flint Hill on Route 522 at The Warehouse and ends at the courthouse in Washington, via the Fodderstack Road. Pre-registration is $10 by mail postmarked no later than April 14. There is also a family rate available. Post registration is $20, no later than 9:30 on the morning of the race. For additional information call 675-7171 or pickup a race pre-registration form at the Rappahannock County Administrator’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Local businesses donating prizes this year include: Middleton Inn; Bienvenue Knoll; Flint Hill Public House; Country Cafe, 4&20 Blackbirds and Rae’s Place and Deli. This weekend at Blue Moon Musical line-up for the Blue Moon Cafe this weekend on Saturday night include Jimmy Gaudreau and Moondi Klein. Jimmy Gaudreau has been one of the premier sidemen in demand for the more than 30 years he has spent as a professional musician. Moondi Klein grew up in Manhattan and . along witb his brother Adam, joined the Metropolitan Opera’s Children’s Chorus before they were 10 years old. Come see the group at Blue Moon Saturday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Playgroup forming Children and parents are invited to the Rappahannock Park for a Friday morning playgroup at 10 a.m. beginning on March 2, weather permitting. For additional information call Kathy at 937-5681. Cancer forum rescheduled Due to the snow storm last week, the Rappahannock Chapter of the American Cancer Society has rescheduled its cancer forum for March 15 at 7 p.m. at the Washington Baptist Church. Dr. Werner Krebser will speak on the cause, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. All are invited. Free Clinic sets hours The Rappahannock Free Clinic, a local operation of the Fauquier Free Clinic, Inc., will be open on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. The clinic will next be open March 7. Patient registration is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Public Health Department Building. The Free Clinic is a cooperative effort of local doctors, nurses, and administrators to provide excellent primary health care and medicines to Rappahannock area citizens with limited means. For additional information call 347-0394. Integrative yoga classes Integrative yoga is currently underway at Rappahannock Healing Arts and will be held on Tuesdays from 9 to 10 a.m. Karen Loving, certified Alexander Technique teacher, combines her yoga teaching and the Alexander Technique to move you through the deep, gentle stretches of yoga postures. Yoga is for any age, body type or degree of flexibility. Call 547-2596 to register. Share the Fun Talent Show set The 4-H Share The Fun Talent Show will be held Friday, March 24 at the Rappahannock County High School. Anyone interested in performing can pick up information at the Rappahannock County Elementary or High Schools or the Extension Office. Try outs are Tuesday, March 6 at the Rappahannock County High School after school at 3:30 p.m. In case of public school closing or bad weather conditions, rehearsals will be canceled. For further information, call the Extension Office at 675-3619. Historical Society closed for move For the next couple of weeks, the Rappahannock Historical Society will be closed as members and volunteers pack up research materials and archives from the society’s temporary headquarters on Mount Salem Avenue in preparation for the much anticipated move to its “new” building on Gay Street. On March 12, the society will reopen its doors to the public in its renovated building which boasts a new and much needed addition. Flint Hill sets carnival dates * The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company’s annual fireman’s carnival has a new date and also new rides for this year. The dates are June 13-16 and Virginia Premier Events will provide the rides. The grand parade will be held Friday, June 15 with grand prize drawings on Saturday, June 16. This year’s prizes are a 2001 Chevy S-10 pickup and a registered Black Angus heifer. Anyone interested in helping with the carnival may call the firehouse at 675-3286. “Be sure to mark the new dates on your calendar so you don't miss this annual event, fun for the whole family," said an organizer.

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ISO S/DWM 5 10* plus 50-65. who is emotionalfydinancially ready ♦or a LTR Ad# 2733 A GOOD CATCH SWF. 58 5 5". 125lbs . blonde hair and ha/el eyes enjoys music, art. theater, travel, movies, dining out. outdoor activities. me ocean and country living. ISO a N/S. emotionally and financially stable SM, 50-75, of good character, for new adventures Ad# 2919 GET TO KNOW ME Open, talkative SWF. 30. 5’5". 155lbs, brown hair, baby blue eyes, enjoys, hiking, camping, fisnina, dancing, reading, travel spending time with family, friends and movies ISO noble, loyal, intelligent SWM. 26-36. with similar interests Ad# 2934 FRIENDS FIRST Caring, honest SBF. 36. mom. seeks SM 29-50, who is fun to be with, noble, tor companionship Ad# 2917 R U ROMANTIC? Funny bubbly romantic SBF 5 8". 140lbs. short brown hair, enjoys basketball, football, movies romantic dinners and running track ISO open-minded. SWM 18-24. with similar interests Ad# 2891 COMMON BOND Employed SBF, 27, 55'. 155lbs . en)oys movies, museums and outdoor activities. ISO SM. 27-40. for friendship, possible relationship Ad# 2122 RETURN TO ME Destiny meant for us to be together only fate keeps us apart! Medium-built, outgoing fun, friendly WPr, 55, likes dining, movies dancing, walks ISO honest non-judgmental church-going WM 5065 Ad# 2880 HAPPINESS IS Just being with someone like you! Outgoing, humorous BF. 38 likes singing, movies, sports, walks in the park. ISO life-loving, church-going, compatible BM 35-43 Ad*.2853 A THING OF BEAUTY Is a joy forever! 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Looking for a SBfvf. 40-55, who's a N/S. with a sense of humor Ad#.2758 GOT IT GOING ON? SBF. 19. 6'. 111lbs.. nice, employed, likes shopping, movies, hanging out, clubbing ISO a smart SBM. 18-25. who's mature Washington DC area Ad# 2839 ALWAYS SMILING Fun-loving, caring SAF. 44. 5 T. 145lbs . understanding, who enjoys dining. movies, parties and biking ISO a family-oriented SM. 45-50, giving, loving. responsible who enjoys having fun. Rockville area Ad# 2843 CANDLES AND ROMANCE Attractive SBF, 48. fun, with a good sense of humor, loves travel, reading, movies, theater and good evenings at home. Looking for a nice, honest, sincere D/SM. 35-56, N/S. who believes in soulmates, good friendship, maybe more Silver Spring area. Ad# 2857 BE MY GENTLEMAN SWF. 40. 5'. 150lbs., brown hatr/eyes. down-toearth. employed, movies dining out, family outings and drives in the country. ISO a SWM. 35-45. who knows how to treat a lady, for LTR Frederick area. 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Ad# 2804 OPEN-MINDED Hardworking SBF, 18, 5 9". enjoys animals, non-mainstream music, laughter, new adventures Seeking a fun SWM 19-25. for friendship and good times Ad# 2801 LET STALK Fun SBF. 45 medium build, black hair, brown eyes, enioys softball, volleyball. bowling, sports, and a wide array of activities ISO a SM 40-50. for friendship Ad# 2774 HAPPINESS IS... This extroverted SWF. 23, 5 9’. I43lbs brown hair, olive complexion, who is seeking an easygoing, expansive SM 24-35. for friendship, enjoys working out. dancing, the cinema, fine dining and the Arts. Ad# 2767 ENJOY THE MOMENT Sincere warm, openminded SBF 19, 5 8", I60lbs looking for a SF, 19-25. 5 7"-f> 9'. 160175lbs . who likes computers cats, butterflies, playing cards, boxing. long rides parties Ad# 2770 SHARE THE JOY Carina compassionate SBCPF, 56. enjoys dancing. dining out reading, movies, quiet romantic times at home and a diverse array of activities. ISO a SBCM 54-63 with similar interests, to share my life Ad# 2762 CALL NOW SWF, 50. 55'. I25lbs enjoys movies outdoors, music, the ocean and country living looking for a SWM 50 75 N/S. who 9 emotionally and financially stable Ad# 2757 NEW THINGS SWF. 45. 58'. tan. with wavy brown hair, who's friendly and easygoing, enjoys the outdoors long walks and reading Looking for a SWM. 36-57. who's tall, emotionally and financially secure Ad# 2753 LET S TRY IT! Attractive, warm, financially secure SBF 68. enjoys good company searching for kind, honest, fun SM, 65-70. for friendship first. Ad# 2763 ONE DAY AT A TIME Fun-loving, caring SBF, 35. 5 5". 145lbs. enjoys laughter, reading, long walks, dancing, searching for honest, humorous SM\ 32-42. with similar interests. for friendship first Ad# 2756 GIVE & TAKE Medium-built. outgoing SBPF 50, enjoys reading meeting others, politics, church activities, looking for progressive SBM, 4560. for friendship first. Ad# 2748 ISO ANIMAL LOVER Easygoing SWF 33. enjoys traveling, cooking, wine festivals sports, searching for a fun. honest. outgoing SWM. 30-40. for friendship first Ad# 2761 ARE WE COMPATIBLE? Laid-back. easygoing SWF. 42. 5'2". 115lbs enjoys movies, walks, bowling, playing pool, seeking a similar, humorous SBM 36-48. whos not uptight, for friendship first Ad#.2744 NO OAMfc PLAYcRb SWF. 46, 5'6". 145lbs.. seeking sincere, honest SWM. , 35-46. for LTR Ad#.2738 COUNTRY LIVING SWF, 58. 5’5". I25lbs., interested in music., the arts, traveling, theatre, movies. picnics. the beach, ISO humorous, kind, emotionally/financially stable SWM. 50-75, N/S, for friendship. LTR. Ad# 2720 GOOD VALUES Good feelings, active, sweet SHF. 42, 120!bs.. petite, friendly, honest, enjoys theatre, music, dancing, going out, concerts and traveling ISO sincere, an honest, loving SWPM. 40-52. well-educated, for serious, no games LTR Rockville area. Ad#.2716 ADVENTURE AWAITS Pretty cute SWF, young 40s. stylist and sporty, loves theater, movies, cultural arts, fine dining, nature and the outdoors. ISO spontaneous, goodlooking SWM. 30-50 Ad#.2708 POSSIBLY MORE Voluptuous, beautiful inside/out SWF. 51. likes sports, music, dancing and the arts. Seeks an attractive. intelligent D/SWM, 40-65. with a good sense of humor, for friendship. Ad# 2702 OUT AND ABOUT SBF, 22. medium-built, friendly, student, likes bowling, swimming, playing cards and more Looking for SBM, 18-29, self-assured, employed, with similar interests New Carrolton area Ad#.2697 HAPPY CONTENT SWF. 52. petite, loves traveling, dinners out, movies, reading and times alone Looking for a happy, settle SWM 45-55, who wants to have a good times Germantown area Ad#. 25 72 MAKE AN EFFORT Young-looking, attractive SBF. 54, social drinker, with a sweet spirit, ISO happy, honest SBCM. 4562, physically lit financially secure, who's a practicing C. with a great sense ot humor, interested in some form ot sports and the outdoors Ad# 2602 KNOW WHAT U WANT Hoping to meet a sincere, honest, reliable, outgoing, fun-loving SM, 35-40. who loves dancing I'm a shy. quiet, reserved, conservative. fun-loving SBF. 32 5 8’. slender build, enjoys long walks, theater, dinner shows dancing salsa and jazz music Ad# 2656 NEVER LOOK BACK Intelligent, optimistic, attractive SBCF 36 5'5”, 155lbs with a wide variety of interests Looking lor friendship in a SB/WCM, 33-40, who can bring great conversation to the relationship Ad# 2659 NEW ADVENTURES ISO respectful, honest SBM, 25-42, who is looking for a committed relationship, Take the time and call this SBF. 38. 5'7", I45lbs , with a great sense of humor who s outgoing and enjoys movies, motorcycles and being around people Ad# 2669 ISO MR. RIGHT Fun-loving, honest, downto-earth SWF, 46 5'3". enjoys dining out family activities, fun time and more Hoping to meet a loving, honest, sincere SWM. 42-52. who likes having fun for companionship. possible LTR. Ad# 2674 WEST COAST LADY Commitment-minded, friendly SBF, 50 who relies on God's spirit to lead the way ISO a SBM, 40 60 Ad# 2620 HONEST WOMAN I am a loving, caring, outgoing, honest SF. 48, 5‘2r, i25lbs., looking for a delightful SM 48-58. with a sense of humor, as a compassionate friend Ad# 2631 GET TO KNOW ME This fun-loving SWPF. 47 5 5 ', brown hair/eyes, who enjoys sports, music, movies, travel is seeking a SWPM, 50-53, preferably with children similar interests, to spend time with. Ad# 2647 WORK ON ME Full-bodied SWF. 22. 5 10", red hair likes piercings & tattoos. Searching for a muscular, employed SBM. 22-26 Ad# 2652 LOTS OF LOVE Tall, fit caring, fun SWPF. 55. enjoys the arts, outdoors. dining out movies, music and much more Looking to meet an honest, loyal sincere SWM. 55-65. with similar interests. for friendship maybe more Ad# 2493 SAGITTARIUS OR LEO SWF. late 38. fit seeks Sagittarius or Leo SWM. honest, drug-free, financially/emotionaliy secure, no minor children. 40-49. for friendship. maybe more Gaithersburg area Ad# 5205 LOVES TO LAUGH SWF. 29 tall m-shape. funny, witty, secure, generous. loves reading, movies walks, animals, outdoor activities. ISO a SWPM. 29-42 59%. who is kind, romantic and wants to have fun. Germantown area. Ad# 2610 UP FOR ANYTHING Bubbly cheerful, attractive SBF, 33. 5T1'\ Irght skin, well-built, long brown hair, with a variety of interests Seeks confident, independent SM, 28-45. for friendship. Ad#.2582 1 CLL rvie ADUU I u Bubbly, energetic SBF 45. 5 3 petite, short black hair, loves tennis, walking and working out ISO honest. Sincere SBM 40-49. with similar interests. Ad##.2598 SWEEP ME OFF MY FEET SWF, 42 58'. 145lbs . brown eyes, warm-hearted. faithful, enjoys dancing. reading and tennis Seeking SWM. 33-46, with a sense of humor, confidence and integrity. Ad#.2516 FEEL AT EASE Friendly, easygoing SWPF. 42 5'5", with brown hair: enjoys music, dancing, reading, family, movies and more ISO easygoing, happy, humorous SWM. 30-48 Ad# 2574 ATTRACTIVE WOMAN SBF. 30. 5'4",l85ibs.. long black hair, brown eyes, attractive, enjoys reading, quiet tunes and movies. ISO hardworking, faithful, educated SBM. 35-46 Ad# 2545 CONVERSATIONALIST? College-educated, attractive. outgoing, witty, affectionate SBF 43. 5 7’. 138lbs . with various interests Looking (or honest, caring. Inn SM, 38-50. with similar interests Ad# 2547 ISO SOMEONE SPECIAL! Tall, optimistic SBF 46, brown hair/eyes, enjoys dancing music, sewing, good conversations and more Looking for honest, caring, fun SM, 40-55. for friendship, maybe more. Ad# 2550 COMMITMENTMINDED? Educated SAF 32. 5. 128lbs . black hair, enjoys music, singing, cooking, dancing and dining out. Seeking affectionate, passionate SM. 34-45, for friendship, possible LTR. Ad# 2555 TAKE A CHANCE WITH.. TPtis SW mom. 42 150lbs . with blond hair, blue eyes, who loves animals. travel, movies, poker, the outdoors, nice restaurants, and she's seeking a witty, family-oriented SM. 35-50, with same qualities and interests Ad# 2531 THINK OF ME... Attractive, beautiful young SBF. 18. who s nick funny and would love being around a caring SBM, 1821. for friendship, possibly a life- time! 1 can only imagine1 Ad#.2129 HEALTHY WEALTHY Beautiful and wise Multicultural, intelligent SBPF. 49, fit, retired who enjoys life, prayer, meditation, the outdoors and traveling ISO physically fit. spiritual SBM. 49-53. N/S. healthy, happy, making our dreams come true1 Ad# 2495 LIFE PARTNER? Caring, honest SF, 26, medium-built, likes reading history and the arts. Looking for calm laidback. mature SNAM 2840. who is' responsible, honest, caring, with a strong personality, for friendship, possibly more Ad# 2497 SERIOUS DATING! Friendly, personable SHF, 19, enjoys going out, movies, clubbing, dining out and much more. Seeking a serious-minded honest, caring, faithful SM. 19-29, for friendship maybe more Ad#.2324 FRIENDS FIRST SWF. 58 5'5". 125lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys the Arts traveling, music theatre, movies, dining out. museums and the ocean Seeking a friendly kind, humorous SWM, 50-80. with similar interests Ad# 2450 CALL FOR MORE INFO! SWF. 31. 5 7". enjoys dining out. movies, music, dancing, long walks and more. Seeking a tall, caring. down-to-earth SBM. 28-40, with similar interests for friendship maybe more Ad# 2454 FUN TIMES AHEAD! SWF, 46. 5'4", brown hair'eyes. enjoys working out, quiet times, close friends, reading, cooking, arts, music, traveling, theater and much more. Looking for an honest, sincere SWM. 43-54. with similar interests Ad# 2473 TOGETHERNESS Attractive, honest, goodhearted DWF. 44. enjoys dancing, horses, walking, exercising, animals and much more Seeking good-looking, kind-hearted. sincere SWCM, 33-52, for friendship maybe more. Ad#.2471 HOPEFULLY CATHOLIC Honest kind-hearted SWF. 44. spiritual, likes dancing, hiking, walking, exercising animals, horses and reading Looking for good-looking SWM, 3252 with similar interests. Ad* 2412 POSSIBLE PARTNER Loving, kind warm, sociable SBCPF, 60. enjoys bowling, football games, sports of all kind. jazz, church. Looking for casual dating with a SM. 60-70. Ad#.2409 LOOK NO FURTHER SWF 44, trim, N'S, pretty, dark blonde hair, light eyes. ISO N/S S/DWPM 40-50 5 11" plus, for long walks and more. Montgomery County or North Virginia area preferred kids OK Ad# 2390 TALL Attractive SWF 40. selfemployed, enjoys outdoor activities. NASCAR and the beach ISO SWM. 3045. with similar interests. Ad# 2329 NIGHT SEEK THE STARS SBF 25. medium-built, student, enjoys movies music, dancing, talks, walks and traveling. Looking for intelligent kind-hearted caring SWM. 25-30. with similar interests Ad# 2340 ADVENTURESOME Smart funny. bubbly SBPF. 19. dancer, loves music, dancing, partying, clubbing and just having fun Looking for SBM IQ29. to spend time with. Ad# 2352 IN MANY WAYS I like to enjoys myself Very shy SWF. 18 employed, interested in meeting SHM, 18-25. who likes staying home and going out, for friendship Ad# 2369 DOWN-TO-EARTH SF, 31. medium-built, no children looking for tall, large built SM 28-40. preforably B/NAM. who is affectionate and likes doing things, going places on the weekend, for friendship. possible LTR Ad# 2367 WE RE ALL IN THIS Together SWF, 56, olive skin, enjoys life, cooking, the beach talks and coffee Looking to meet a loyal, sincere D/SWM, 5662. nice, with similar interests, personable, for close friendship. Ad# 2379 CURVY Honest, sincere SWF. 51. optimistic, feminine, funny, loves to laugh, traveling, cruises, the beach and animals. Looking for compatible, intelligent D/SWM. 48-66, who is kind, loves sharing values, adventures and loving life, for ^ friendship. Ad#.2376 YOUR ROMEO AWAITS! Days of romance and flowers await you in the strong arms of this attractive, spontaneous, humorous Romeo, 35' ISO a special WF. 25-35 Ad# 3044 THINGS TO DO The laundry, shopping and calling this honest, humorous. romantic, fun HM. 18, who likes photography, dancing, cuddling, movies and have the time of your life! ISO an honest, attractive. humorous F. 18-22. Ad# 3050 THE EYES HAVE IT Just one look into the eyes of this well-built, happy, romantic, cheerful WM. 30. who likes concerts, the outdoors, dining and you'll know that he's full of romance. laughter & friendship! He's ISO a sociable, cheerful, familyoriented WF 21-40. Ad#.3045 LIKE FINE WINE Life just gets better with age’ BM: 60. ISO an understanding, self-sufficient. intelligent WF. 5565 Ad# 3046 BRIGHT HUMOROUS Tall DWM 50s, kind, loving. spirited, appealing loves animals theater ISO an intelligent. pretty, adventurous SF, 38-55, for LTR Ad#. 2854 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE Spend the golden years with this outgoing, humorous. attractive SWM 62. 6‘2". with brown hair and hazel eyes, who seeks that special SWF 54-64. for companionship, LTR. His interests include working out. the outdoors, traveling and more Ad#. 1444 TREAT ME RIGHT! Kind, gentle, outgoing, fun SBM, 21. 5'6". 151 lbs., black hair, enjoys movies, meeting new people, and sports. Seeking fun. pretty SWF, 18-24. for friendship, maybe more. Ad# 3043 FRIENDS FIRST! Athletic. hardworking SWM. 40. 6’2". -215lbs.. enjoys the park. movies, sports, dining out. music and good conversations. Looking for nice, petite, fun SF. 20-46, for friendship. maybe more. Ad# 3037 CUDDLE WITH ME! Affectionate, honest, caring. fun SBM, 30. 5'6\ enjoys movies, cooking, hanging out and much more Looking to meet a nice, caring attractive SF, 27-50. for friendship maybe more. Ad# 3022 GIVE ME A CALL! Quiet, sweet, kind, handsome. honest SWM, 54. 5'ir. 175!bs.. brown hair/eyes, enjoys walks, dining out. weekend trip, movies, the beach and quiet evenings at home. Seeking an honest, caring, fun SWF, 45-55. Ad#.3021 PASSION EXCITEMENT ROMANCE OPPORTUNITY Place your FREE peisonal ad today, and lememticf ivlial it's like to fall in love ARE YOU READ? Attractive, active, fun SWF. 64 5'5' 145!bs , blond hair enjoys cooking, walks and more Looking for active, attractive SWF. 6472 for LTR. Ad# 2561 ISO THE PERFECT GUY SBF 32. 5’10". 220!bs . height weight proportionate, enjoys reading, music, cooking Seeking SBM. 33-50, honest, considerate, likes kids, with sense of humor Ad#.2444 SWEET LADY SWF, 69 attractive educated N/D N;S. enjoys poetry reading, traveling, cooking Seeking intelligent. fun-loving SWM. 6975. who appreciates a nice lady Ad# 2504 lit r IO KNOW ME SF 50. 5 1 brown hair/eyes. hardworking, kind, honest enjoys sports, music, cooking Seeking SM, 50-55. N/S. N'D, loves children. Ad# 2501 MAKE MY DAY SBF, 22. 6'. full-figured, with dark brown hair and eyes yelfow/brown complexion likes walks in the park, movies, bowling and dining Seeking a funfilled. laid-back SM. 18-35. Ad# 2508 START WITH ME SHF. 19. student, employed. seeking a SHM, 19-25. who likes going out. having fun, music and more, for friendship first! Ad# 2527 INSPIRING OUR GOALS Carefree SBF. 31 brown hair. 56", medium-built, variety of interests including singing, dancing travel and music. Looking for an intelligent caring, responsible SWM ' 22-35. Ad# 2513 WARM WITH CLASS Young gregarious SWF. 45. N/S, 5 5", enjoys ballroom dancing antiques, wine festivals long drives, volunteering, looking for genuine SWM. 42-5. for an honest relationship. Ad# 2521 SERIOUS REPLIES ONLY Honest caring, full-figured DWF. 38. enjoys outdoors, traveling, quiet times at home and togetherness Looking for an honest. Carina, sincere, dependable SBM, 38-50 drug-free, financially/emotionaily stable, for a possible LTR. Ad# 2466 NEW TO THE AREA! Personable SBPF. 38, 5 8" 155lbs enjoys working out, softball, music, movies, the Arts, museums and dining out Seeking an honest, friendly SBM 32-48 for friendship maybe more Ad# 2486 NO GAMES PLEASE! Fit, outgoing spontaneous DBF. 45. 5 5'. 150lbs.. enjoys working out traveling. fine dining, cultural events and museums. Seekina an honest, easygoing SBM. 40-58, with similar interests, for possible LTR Ad# 2489 ISO HARLEY MAN Wanted Humorous, intelligent, attractive, funny WM 42-50. who loves comedy, music and NASCAR I'm a SWF. 40 Ad#.2345 HONEST & OPEN Fun SWF, 45, likes laughter. having good times, the beach the ocean, traveling. reading and quiet times al home. Looking for honest, stable, healthy SWM, 38-52. who is reliable. family-oriented Germantown area Ad#.2413 PASSIONATE ROMANTIC Classy SBF, 30 petite, down-to-earth, employed, honest, patient, loves the arts, singing, theater, music reading and writing Looking for relaxed SWM 25-50. sincere, for friendship. possible romance. Gaitheisburg area . Ad# 2431 PAINTING ALONE Honest, outgoing DWF 54. 5T, with ha/el eyes, auburn hair, artist N/S. interested in the Arts, picnics. animals, fishing, walks, dancing and dining ISO DWM 36 57. 5 10V N/S. non-drmker. Ad#. 1774 LIGHT COMPLEXTION Shy. caring SF 31, 5 8 long brown hair, hazel eyes, likes joking around Seeking a tali SM, 30-38, honest, caring, with great sense of humor, for LTR. Ad#.2281 Men Women JUMP OUT Exciting, creative SWM, 39 6 . I75lbs.. brown hair, blue eyes artist, likes photography. museums, plays, concerts, sight-seeing. ISO a beautiful SWF. 2547. whos spontaneous, loves exercising, exploring new avenues, making me laujjh Silver Springs ENJOY LIFE! SWM 29, 5'11". 195lbs. medium-built, enioys playing guitar. ISO a SWF 213a Ad# 3062 1 THING LEADS 2 Another* Start as friends with this warm, outgoing WPM, 51, who likes movies, travel, golf & comedy clubs ISO a life-loving WPF, 45-51 Ad# 3059 SAVING ALL MY LOVE For you' Head and soul is how this guiet compassionate. affectionate, loving, caring, sweet warm BM, 43. will fall in love with you1 ISO loving, caring, compassionate, affectionate, sweet F. 35-50. Ad# 3053 LETSTALK About our future together! I'm a SWPM, 27. that likes reading, dining and conversation. I m ISO a confidant SWF. 18-27 Ad# 3040 COMMITMENTMINDED? DW father of two. 50. 6‘. 190lbs. en|oys working out running, outdoors, the beach, dining out, movies and more Seeking an attractive, slender Sf. 3549. must like children. Ad# 3026 NOTHING TO LOSE! Fun. humorous SBM, 37 6 4" 2?0lbs , brown ©yes. with various interests Seeking a fun. humorous, open-minded, canna SF. 30-45, for casual dating, maybe more. Ad# 3013 READY FOR FUN? Laid-back, easygoing SWM 37. 5 10” 168lbs, brown hair, with various interests Seeking an outdoorsy. fun, easygoing SF, 25-45, for friendship, maybe more. Ad# 3011 HONEST AND FUN SWM. 42. fit. N/S, brown hair, blue eyes, 58." 148lbs . shared custody of two boys, biking, parks, movies, dancing ISO an affectionate D/SWF, around 35-40, for friendship, hopefully more. Ad# 2848 AS GOOD AS IT GETS This athletic, muscular, good-looking, intelligent, earthy, easygoing DwM, 38. is everything you could ever want in a man! ISO an attractive, intelligent, romantic passionate, proportionate WPF, 30-42. Ad# 3004 SENSE OF HUMOR SWM, 38, 6 2", 185lbs. , with long brown hair and green eyes, enjoys sports new adventures and romantic times. ISO a confident fit, tall SWF. 25-35, preferably N/S. never married, with a competitive spirit, for LTR Ad#.2993 WAITING FOR YOU Caring SWM. 50. 5'10". 195lbs , with brown hair and green eyes, enjoys . fishing. Iona walks in the country and movies. ISO a SWF. 35-52, with similar interests, for friendship Ad# 2989 INTERESTED? Fun-loving. easygoing SBM 34, 6, 185lbs , with brown hair/eyes, enjoys skiing bowling basketball movies and dining, seeks a laid-back SF. 21-30. lor a possible relationship Ad# 2986 A WARM SPIRIT SWPM. 41, 5 10". 180lbs is seeking a down-to-earth SF for a LTR. who is financially secure like himself, likes healthy living and horses Ad# 5243 Kind ^ the *WIN! w GO TO: www.datemaker.com/leesburg To purchase time on your credit card without calling our 900# i Call 1-888-390-18821 option #4 on the main menu SMILE AT ME SWM, 28. 5’9'\155lbs.. hazel eyes, and brown hair. Enjoys horses, movies, skiing . and board games. ISO SF. 18-31, warm, and caring, for possible LTR Ad#. 3005 LIVE FOR TODAY And dream of all the tommorows you can have with this friendly, romantic, passionate APM, 40 who likes computers, dancing. ISO an attractive, sensueous. commitmentminded F. Ad#. 3003 NEVER MIND THE GRAY Cause this outgoing, happy, fun WM, 48. likes golf, tennis, bicycling, backpacking has lots of life, laughter, love left in him! ISO a compatible WF 30-55 Ad# 5113 THE HERO WITHIN SWPM, 51. brown eyes, black hair, mustache, with good job. humorous, enjoys camping, traveling, music, gardening. ISO compatible SF. 35-49, who would enjoy meeting me. Ad#.2999 CALL SOON Quiet SWM. 28 58". I30lbs., brown hair, dark skin Seeks a SF, 21-41. for friendship. Fredrick area Ad#.2962 SELF-EMPLOYED Laid-back SWM. 38. chet. enjoys the outdoors, gardening, hiking, boating, music, movies. Looking for SF. 32-40, with similar interests, for LTR. Ad# 2991 FULL OF SURPRISES Adventurous SWM. 48, 511", brown hair/eyes, in shape, good-looking, honest. loves working out, quiet walks and doing special things for my woman. Looking for SWF, 28-55. sharing the good life, for committed Lift Ad# 2997 NICE-LOOKING GUY Get in touch with this good-natured SBM. 35. 5'8", 170lbs., black hair, likes sports and soft music. If you’re a SCWF. 30-40. 150-200lbs , for LTR. Gaithersburg area. Ad# 2982 BE PART OF MY LIFE SBM. 32, 5'10”. 180lbs., , brown eyes, in shape, likes working out, fishing, walks the park and church ISO SBF. 25-40 be a friend. Silver Spring area. Ad#.2987 HOW YOU FEELING SBM, 32, 5’6'\ black hair, enjoys fishing, dancing and movies. ISO gooolooking, personable SBF, 30-37' for friendship. Ad# 2979 VALENTINE SURPRISE SWM, 29. 511", 160lbs.. black curly pretty hair, friendly, employed, loves sports, traveling movies and more Looking for special. honest, understanding SF. 25-34. Silver Springs area Ad# 2976 YOU CAN TRUST ME SBM. 20, 6 . 240lbs , brown skin/eyes, slightly curly black nair, funny, employed, loves sporis, reading. TV, movies, bowling. having good times. Looking for nice, funny, caring SF. 18-40, race/size unimportant, friendly, for LTR Silver Spnng area Ad# 2977 GOOD TIMES AHEAD Fun-loving, sociable SWM 50. 5*10". 180ibs., salt/pepper hair, enjoys breeding horses, the outdoors and new adventures Seeks sensitive, amusing, simple, goodlooking SNAF. 32-44, who enjoys life, for possible LTR Ad# 2905 KfcY POH LOCK SWPM. 51 6'4", 190ibs., dark hair and eyes, enjoys movies, arts, working out and quiet evenings. ISO a fit self-confident SWF 3045 who loves life. Ad# 2960 IN A GOOD WAY Cheerful SWM. 50. 5 1V. 185lbs.. blue eyes, likes reading, movies, dinma out and chess ISO a Sr. 35-50, slim/medium build, who s sincere and a good listener Ad#.2973 EXTREME OUTDOORSMAN SWM. 43, 5 8*. 155lbs., brown hair, enjoys motorcycles. long walks and the outdoors ISO SWF. 30-50, who likes to ride motorcycles and the outdoors Ad# 2954 HONESTY IS THE KEY! Easygoing SWM, 41. 6’1*. 175ibs.. brown hair, blue eyes, trustworthy, N/S. likes motorcycles, music movies and dinner theatre Seeking personable SF. 26-40. well-groomed, height/weight proportionate'Ad# 2955 * FULL OF LIFE DWM, 56, 63". 190lbs.. with brown hair/eyes, enjoys the outdoors, horses. skiing, travel, seeks SWF, 35-50, preferably a blue-eyed blonde, to share some of life’s pleasures. Ad#.2947 hAMILY UHIbN I bD Down-to-earth SWPM. 44, 6 , 185lbs . with dark hair/eyes, enjoys sports, movies, flea markets, the outdoors, seeks affectionate SF, 30-55. with a lot of inner beauty and a great sense of humor, for LTR Ad# 2939 THIS IS IT! SAM, 50 56'. 160lbs , seeks a diverse SWF, 3035, N/S. without children, who knows how to have fun Ad# 2909 MR. RIGHT AWAITS U Fit SBPM, 30, 6 2“, 205!bs enjoys working out, playing basketball and social connections Seeks a goal-onented SBPF, 22 38. for good times, maybe more Ad# 2964 For customer service, call 1-800-783-6019 ext. 1922 ABBREVIATIONS M Mate D Divorced H Hispanic A Asian S Smale P Professional N'S Non-smoker NA Native American Q Double Da ter B Biack F Female C Christian W White J Jewish WW Widowed N/D Non-drinker ISO In search of LTR Long-term Relationship This publication is a community, family publication. Anything appearing in The Community Meeting Place must be appropriate lor all ages. Participants in The Community Meeting Place must be 18 years or older The Community Meeting Place is restricted to individuals seeking personal, monogamous relationships The publisher reserves the right to edit or reject ads and voice introductions that do not meet the standards of acceptance of this newspaper. This publication assumes no liability tor the content or reply ol a personal advertisement Readers and advertisers may wish to consider taking appropriate safeguards in responding to ads and arranging meetings. Callers to the 1-900 system will be charged $1 99 per minute plus a 99c connection lee on their monthly phone biH Touchtone phone callers will be given instructions on how to respond to a specific ad. browse male or lemale greetings and use Datematch For best reception cordless telephones are not recommended Use ol this column tor business solicitation wiN be prosecuted NA/SO 0223 LET S GET CRAZY! Athletic, adventurous, wild SWM, 43. 710". I65lbs.. enjoys working out. camping. hiking, biking and drives in the country. Seeking a carefree, daring SF, 30-47. with similar interests Ad#.2893 STEPPING UP... To the plate. Sincere, secure SWM. 64. 64", blue eyes enjoys conversations. dancing, fishing, traveling, holding hands, walks. ISO loving SWF. 50-62. N/S. for LTR Ad#.2952 THE GIRL NEXT DOOR Average-bmlt, laid-back, easygoing SWM, 50. 5'9’\ brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys rock music, movies, hanging out. looking for a laid-back, caring, hardworking S/DWF, 35-50. for friendship first. Ad#.2899 IN DUE TIME SWM. 43. 58". 185lbs. blonde, blue eyes enjoys dining, movies, reading, long walks, outdoors, seeking sincere, honest SWF, 35-45. for friendship, possibly more. Ad# 2920 FUTURE ASPIRATIONS SWM. 64. homeowner, likes boating, fishing, travel. dancing, gardening, interested in meeting a trusting SWF 52-62, for a relationship. Ad#.2530 CHECK ME OUT Energetic, kind SBM 23, 5'11", 175lbs.. black hair, enjoys basketball, bowling, movies, the beach, dining out and having fun. Seeking enjoyable SWF. 21-30. with similar interests Ad#. 2911 HAPPY TIMES AHEAD Intelligent, athletic, caring SBM. 46, 61”, 194!bs , clean shaven, a good listener, interests include music, reading, seeking a goal-oriented, open-minded SF. 35-60. who likes to have fun Ad# 2937 ROMANCE AHEAD Fun-loving, kind SWM. 46, .5*3", 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys reading, photography, quiet times at home, dining out and movies ISO congenial, serene SHF. 30-50, with similar interests. Ad# 2916 LET’S HAVE FUN Friendly, self-employed SWM. 41. enjoys traveling, the outdoors, children, movies and animals. Seeks energetic, sincere SF. 18-48, with similar interests Ad#.2932 NO GAMES Friendly SBM. 20, 57", 140lbs., green eyes, brown hair, ISO mature, adventurous SF. 28-35, for good times. Ad#.2908 INNER BEAUTY Sociable, fun-loving, educated SBM. 20. 6', 240lbs, black hair, enjoys partying, quality time with friends and family Seeks outgoing SBF, 18-23, with similar interests Ad# 2923 R U THE ONE? Open, honest SWCM. 36 5’10". 195lbs. dark blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys good conversation, football basketball, dining out. movies, ISO passionate, attractive, tit SF 28-40. for LTR. Ad# 2925 HEART OF GOLD Attractive. easygoing, romantic SWM. 41.' 5’4 . 120lbs , enpys togging, racing, dining out. sunsets, romance, the stars and most of all honesty Seeks a romantic. SF, 21-45. who enjoys the simple things in life Ad# 2824 HERE HE IS This outgoing. Catholic SWPM. 37. 5'10". 165lbs., with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys the outdoors. sporting events and traveling, is seeking a fit, sincere SPF. 27-35. for a LTR. Ad# 1259 SLIGHTLY SKEPTICAL SWM. 48. 6'3”, 195lbs.. likes staying active, collecting things, cultural activities, seeking a nice D.SWF. Lets share a drink, a smile, a story and who knows? I'm worth the gamble' Ad# 2657 GOD ONLY KNOWS Why you wouldn't call this educated, financially secure WM. 46, and experience eternal happiness! ISO slim sweet, sincere, honest, intelligent, educated WF, 30-49 Ad# 2870 IF GIRLS JUST WANT To have fun, then here’s the guy for you! Muscular, tattooed, outgoing, fun BM, 27. who Tikes clubs, movies, dining, ISO fun, outgoing, humorous WF 21-30 Ad#.2852 NEVER MIND THE GRAY This easygoing, communicative. personable WPM, 42, likes bicycling, tennis, bowling, movies, theater, concerts, travel, still has plenty of laughter life, love left in me' ISO special WF. 35-45 Ad# 2890 THERE S A LIGHT In everybody 8 life, care to be mine7 Brighten up the life of this attractive, fun WPM, 58, who likes museums, art, |azz guitar with your call! ISO compatible, communicative, emotionally stable, laid-back W/HF 40-62 Ad# 2901 A RARE FIND Everybody 8 clock is ticking Introduce your dog, cat. kids to this terrific young DWM, 45, 5 11", 185lbs.. who’s equipped with good job, head, teeth, heart. Fit & strong with many options and upgrades available Full warranty! Ad# 2898 ALWAYS THE SAME Out-spoken SWM. 42. 5 tCT ISSIbs . black hair, blue eyes, employed, likes traveling the beach walks hiking biking ISO a SWF, 35-52 good looking, independent lor friendship Frederick area Ad# 2872 CHARMING FUNNY SWM. 27. 5'ir, !50lba , greenish/blue eyes intelligent good listener, employed, likes playing guitar movies dining walks in the parks ISO a physically attiaclive SF. 21 35 who s good conversationalist likes music and smoker okay. Germantown area Ad# 2806 FUN-LOVING GUY SBM. 21. 6T, 165lbs., long black hair, likes ! sports, coaching, chilling ' and doing adventurous things. ISO an athletic f SWF, 18-40. proportioned, spontaneous and adven- I. turous Silver Springs area Ad# 2863 SHY BUT CAN BE Affectionate SWM. 46, 57 '. 180lbs., brown hair, ' - enjoys weekend, trips, fishing, reading and dining in/out ISO a U/SWF, 30- 4 45. with right chemistry, for committed LTR. • Montgomery Village area. Ad# 2847 HAVE FUN WILL TRAVEL Tall SBM. 34.215lbs. driver. ISO a nice SWF. 27-35. for LTR Ad# 2858 WE CAN GET TOGETHER SWM. 23 brown hair, blue eyes enjoys outdoor activities. movies and cats. ISO a friendly SWF. 20-25. for a possible LTR. Ad# 2845 ARE YOU... A non-materialistic SF. 2032. who's attractive spiritually and physically? If so then I am a SWM, 34. 5'9". 178lbs , never married, child-free. N/S, N/D, likes music, movies, dining out. bowling, billiards, outdoors and more Ad#.2832 MILLON DOLLAR SMILE SBM, 30 6T, 185lbs.. black hair, light brown eyes seeking attractive, lovely SA/WF. 22-48. 100140los.. who’s down-toearth. loves dancing and being caressed, serious recites onlv Ad# 2540 EXPRESS YOURSELF SWM 25, 5 10". 155lbs, ■ blondish brown hair, very short, occasional smoker and drinker, enjoys bowling, pool racing cars, clubbing. dancing, time with friends, seeks a nice, attractive SR 18*25, for ' LTR Ad# 2790 ISO OLDER WOMAN Attractive, fit. romantic DWM, 39. 6, 185lbs., brown hair and eyes. - enjoys motorcycling, din- * ing out: Seeks a sexy * SWF. 45*65. to share quality time with. Ad# 2819 COMMITMENT MINDED Outgoing, open SWM 37, * 6’, 190lbs.. brown hair, enjoys biking, running, beaches, NASCAR football, seeks SWF. 31-40, N/S. N/D, who is looking for a long-term relationship Ad#. 2814 WHAT ABOUT YOU? Polite SBM, 25. black hair, brown eyes, 5'4 . 140lbs, enjoys Diking, beaches, ‘ traveling, seeks a SWF, 23-25, with similar inter- • ests. Ad# 2794 NEW TO THE AREA Outgoing SHM, 24. 5 11", 170lbs . brown hair, hazel • eyes, enjoys movies, dancing, going to the gym, racquetball. clubbing, traveling, seeks a SF. 18-35, with similar interests. * Ad# 2780 YEARS OF THERAPY Have led to frequent attacks of maturity and common sense. DWPM. 55. attractive, 5 9", • I80!b9., N/S, hopeless ' romantic, enjoys dining out, movies, sports, ‘ beach. ISO SWPF, attraofive, fit. 46-54. with similar interests Ad#.2737 ► WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY WM, 31, 5‘, 115lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys fishing, hunting, playingv pool, going out. quiet . evenings, sports, music 1 ISO petite F, 23-35, under 5'6", commitment-minded, to share my life Ad# 2822 * NOTHING VENTURED Nothing gained. Fun. humorous, laid-back WM, ' 40, 6 4", 270lbs , blond hair, blue eyes, enjoys martial arts, movies, dining out. having fun, new adventures. ISO sweet, sexy. sensuous, fun, humorous, honest F, 18+. friendship, possible LTR. Ad# 8427 YOURS TO DISCOVER Fun, active, outgoing SWM, 35. enjoys billiards, traveling, candlelit dinners, movies, music, long walks and horseback riding*' Seeking an honest, caring SF, for friendship and pos- *' sibly more. Ad# 2809 HAPPY TOGETHER Relaxed, humorous SWM, *J 34. 6’2". 210lbs., blond , hair, blue eyes, likes the ' outdoors, films, dining out, / travel, socializing, sports Seeks a SWF 25-35. height/weight proportionate N/S, with similar interests for friendship and possible LTR. Kids okay. Ad# 2799 THE BEST AD Sweet, romantic, respectful, smart, very special SHM, 18. 61". 180lbs, ' looking for a beautiful SHF, ' 19- 25, for friendship, loves parties, soccer, poetry, ' children, dancing, and a wide array of activities. Ad# 2783 QUIET GUY Humorous SWM. 25,- * 5'10", medium build, light' * brown hair, biue/green * eyes, seeking LTR with 9 fun. honest, quiet SWF, 9 20- 25, who likes movies. ' quiet evenings at home, * great conversations. * walks Ad#.2791 • NICE AND EASY Laid-back SWM. 33. 6'. ‘ 22011*, brown hair/eyes, likes NASCAR the beach, ' clubs, dancing socializing. ‘ Seeking communicative, * pleasant aftectionate * SWF 26-38, lor friendship * Ad# 2773 < ROAD TO LOVE Fun. outgoing SWM. 30, 5 11", 230lbs.. blond hair, blue eyes, enjoys basket ' " ball and a diverse array ol - * activities Seeks a SWF . 42-45, lor LTR Ad# 2771 .' 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Obituaries Lt. Col. G.T. Stapp Bomber Pilot Lt. Col. Grady T. Stapp of Front Royal died Saturday, Feb. 24 at Warren Memorial Hospital. He was 81. Lt. Col. Stapp was bom in Louisville, Ala. on June 3, 1920 to Annie Laurie and John W. Stapp. He grew up in Georgia and Florida and moved to Franklin, Thnn. in 1936, where he graduated from Battleground Academy. He attended Vanderbilt University until being inducted into the Army Air Corps in 1942. Three months before leaving to pilots training, he married his high school sweetheart, Irene Gracey, formerly of Clarksville, Tenn., to whom he was married until his death. He served as a bomber pilot until the end of World War II and remained on active duty as a reconnaissance pilot and at the Pentagon until 1961, when he retired to civilian life. He worked variously in electronics consulting, entrepreneurship and car sales until retiring. He loved horses and rode for most of his life; he was also an avid reader, and served as a Literacy Volunteer. The main enthusiasm of his life though was his family. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Irene; his daughter, Tutt Stapp-Harris of Castleton and her husband, Hunt Harris and his grandson Jamie Harris of Steamboat Springs, Colo. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 3 at 10 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church in Manassas with the Rev. Vinnie Carney. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Literacy Volunteers of America Culpeper Chapter. Virginia McClanahan Born in county Virginia Williams McClanahan, 88, of Warren ton died on Sunday, Feb. 25 at the Culpeper Health Care Center. She was bom Aug. 23, 1912 in Rappahannock County, a Viewtown social notes Mr. Tommy Frazier of Madison was a Thursday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Acrey Dodson. Mrs. Grade Wilson, who was a patient at Fauquier Hospital is at home now and doing fine. Sympathy is extended to the Weaver family on the passing of Carl Weaver Sr. last week. Sympathy is also extended to the Knighting family on the passing of Benning Knighting last week. Viewtown By GLADYS DODSON . 937-4904 Call me with any news, birthdays or anniversaries. Bryson addresses NSDAR members on February 13 By Louisa Grogan Rappahannock News Writer The Holiday Inn in Culpeper was the site for the luncheon meeting of the Culpeper Minute Men Chapter NSDAR on Feb. 13. George Bryson, who has specialized in researching the original surveys of Culpeper was the speaker. George Washington was appointed surveyor of Culpeper County on July 20, 1749 and, two days after being sworn in, he made his first professional survey near present day Brandy Station. Mr. Bryson’s deed research has confirmed the location of this survey. Reporting on National Defense, Mrs. James Ramsey, spoke of the U.S. Marine Corps hero who was the posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor for exceptional bravery and for whom the U.S.S. Cole was named. The slate of officers for the following two year term was presented, voted upon, and will be installed in June at the annual picnic. A bus trip of historic Lexington, will be April 10 and deadline for reservations is March 10. The next meeting will be Sunday afternoon, March 11 when the Good Citizens Awards will be presented to Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. high school winners from the Culpeper, Madison and Rappahannock Counties. 17n5j2LlUlCj [Dllouglzti by Randy Minter Making Promises In the face of illness, we may make promises to God in a final effort to gain some control over life. When King David's son became ill. “David pleaded with God for the child. He fasted and went into his house and spent the nights lying on the ground.” (2 Samuel 12:16-17) But then the child died, and David went back to his normal life. He explained, “While the child was still alive, I fasted and wept. I thought, ‘Who knows? The Lord may be gracious to me and let the child live.’ But now that he is dead, why should I fast? Can I bring him back again? I will go to him, but he will not return to me.” (2 Samuel 12:22-23) Many of us reach out to God when we face death, even if previously such a deity seemed far away. At the very least, whatever your faith, calling out for help amidst loss belongs to the sacred realm of human experience. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, we consider ourselves to be members of this community and are devoted to supporting those who live here. If you are interested in a tour of our spacious and welcoming facilities, give us a call at 540-347-3431. "/ do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth. ” - The Bible: Genesis 9:13 FOUNDAND SONS FUNERAL CHAPELS • CREMATION SERVICE FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED CULPEPER 540-825-3530 daughter of the late Lloyd Williams and Isa McQyeen Williams. Mrs. McClanahan was a homemaker and a member of Warrenton Baptist Church. She is survived by three sons, Albert McClanahan Jr. of Elk Ridge, Md., Richard Allen McClanahan of Bowie, Md. and G. Bruce McClanahan and his wife Maureen of Warrenton; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include four sisters, Audrey Coates of Etlan, Bessie Kinser of Fredericksburg, Laura Barron of Culpeper and Myrtle Chiodo of Oliphant, Pa. She was predeceased in 1981 by her husband, Albert R. McClanahan Sr. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, Feb. 28 at Moser Funeral Home Chapel in Warrenton with the Rev. Doug Harris officiating. Interment was in Warrenton Cemetery. Dahlia Clatterbuck Remington resident Dahlia Rae Clatterbuck, 80, of Remington died Monday, Feb. 19 at Warrenton Overlook Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 31, 1920 in Wolftown to the late Odie Jackson Berry and Annie Belle Knighting Berry. Mrs. Clatterbuck was a member of Remington Baptist Church, where she served proudly as the custodian for over 35 years. She was a member of the Remington Senior Citizen’s Group. Survivors include three sons, Wilson Clatterbuck and Ray Clatterbuck and his wife, Margaret, all of Remington and Gene Clatterbuck and his fiance Jane of Manassas. Additional survivors include three grandchildren; one step-grandchild, Samuel Stalls of Amissville; three great-grandchildren; nine nephews, ten nieces and host of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband John William Clatterbuck and six brothers. Funeral services were conducted on Feb. 22 at Remington Baptist Church with Rev. Joseph Anderson Jr. and Rev. David Swieringa officiating. Burial followed at Remington Cemetery. Found & Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper \yas in charge of the arrangements? Effie Ryder Homemaker Effie Mae Ryder, 68, of Lurav died on Sunday. Feb. 18 in Stanley. She was horn on April 8, 1932 in Virginia, a daughter of the late Elza Alfred and Lula Belle Breeden Cave. Ms. Ryder was a homemaker. She is survived by a son, Delmas Ryder of Stanley; two daughters, Dorothy Bochman of Roanoke and Shirley Gordon of Mineral; three brothers, Charles Rov Cave and William Edward Cave, both of Stanley and Glenn Leo Cave of Sperryville: three grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers. Nelson Cave and Earl ; Cave and a sister, Edith Gordon. ' Funeral services were con- ' ducted on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at the Bradley Funeral Home by Pastor Frank Good. Burial was in the Bethlehem Cemetery at Stanley. Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION t ustness Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline February 23 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Neeas 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd.. Culpeper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday CARPET EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The One-Stop Shop tor complete Home Decorating Service Root Coverings • Window Treatments Walpaper • Sip Covers 4 Upholstery Residential A Commercial Rt 211 Amiss vHto.VA 937-5500 Joseph F. Keyser Construction, Inc. Quality Renovations & Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KREYLING CONSTRUCTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 ,■>40-987-3145 PEE MEYUt^l • SONS Custom Homes, additions, renovations Class A Contractor ^40-547-288^ <f_ Winfield Construction New Construction Major Renovations Class A License (540) 937-5079 CARPENTRY Expert craftsmanship in all phases of woodworking and construction. Cabinetry, trim, doors, decks, home repairs 23 years experience 540-937-2051 CLEANING tfandcf's ousectfeatiKp Weekly. Biweekly & Monthly Cleaning free estimates 540-937 3253 CPA . MacRae Associates, rc. Full Service CPA Ftrm Washington, Virginia (540) 675-2043 EXCAVATING foys Excavating ponds'driveways dwing* landscaping snoaricmari• bushnoggkig We offer quality work with years of experience. 540-987-9259 _ Vest‘d Excavating Spedaized Backhoe, Duiip Truck Hating, Ditch Digging, Cukerts, Mowing, Bushhogajng & Driveway Grading, Force Parting 675-1117 FENCING FENCING High Tensile, Barb Wire, American Wire, Chain Link, Board and Electric, Split Rail Privacy Panting Available Mao Curtis Crawford Home: 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-2688 Furniture Restoration Rappahannock iFlKMTlKt KkSIOKMIOnI 540-937-6211 Fax: 540-937-7230 PAINTING Shenandoah Painting Top of the line quality Work lor homeowners for over 1 years. Satisfaction guaranteed. C^al! today tor a tree estimate. Lie./Ins. 540-675-22 f D-J Painting Interior & Exterior Reliable Service 540-778-1209 PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, VA 987-8555 RESTAURANT THE COUNTRY CAFE Monday-Saluday 8 am. to 8 pm Sunday: Closed Day of RbsI 675-1066 Take out Available STORAGE SI'CKKVVILLE STOKA<ii: < o. Sale Handy Storage Residential ( ummcrvial Reasonable Kates 540/987-8507 Kl. IWI.1. oft V.S. 11 I Sri KKlVIl I K. \\ "free Service Jenkins Tree Service Seasoned Firewood Trimming Topping • Take Downs • Stump Removal Mulch & Landscaping Fertilizing Root Feeding • Spraying Mowing & Weedeating 20 Years Experience 540-987-9440 TV A APPLIANCE GREYST0NE TV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service GE & RCA Video Products Antennas S Satellite Systems Radio Shack Dealer Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool S Roper Appliances U.S. Route 29. Madison (540) 948-2200 WELDING RICK S CUSTOM WELDIN8 (540) 675-1888 Commercial - Residential Construction - Farm General Wrought Iron gates & railings AI,SO SANDBLASTING \\ WEDDING \\ STATIONERY l$ea^!*d^\3Vr' 'hJedd-utif. Stationesuf, wiyiji lunnocRi i\eui5 (540) 675-3338 Stop by our office on Main Street, Washington, VA and we can help you plan your entire wedding EQUIPMENT RENTAL MGE CO-OP RENTAL CENTER 139 Virginia Avenue • Luray, VA 22835 (888) 843-2670 Seeders • Trencher • Chain Saws Jack Hammer • Pressure Washers Log Splitter • Generators Carpet Cleaners WHY BUY, WHEN YOU CAN RENT? Complete Small Engine Repair & Service ROOFING Qttahty Mctai Roofing The leak stops here! STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storag Located 5 miles west of WarrentoA at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Sins Available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer access, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. 341-7000 (540) WATER TREATMENT WATER RIGHT Water Problems? Have your water tested in your home for PH (green stains), Hardness, Iron, Rust, Stains, etc. Correct any of these problems with WATER RIGHT Treatment System Call for more information Pullm't Electric & Plumbing Also: Pumps fir Waterheaters, in slock installation Class A Certified 540-675-3249

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The Times Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services We Accept 11 ftontals Condo* RESTON TOWN CNTRnew luxury 3 BR, 2 '/j BA condo w/ garage & FP, $2250/ mo. Call Ed 301-652-3650, x 310. 22 Houses \L - : ' - ■ J HUNT CNTY, NFauquier, 3-4 BR, secluded contemp, mtn view, 3-stall barn, riding ring, 10 ac. pasture, easy 166. $2795/ mo. 540-6228146 HUNT COUNTRY COTTAGE- 2 BR, recently renovated. moderate kit, fenced yard, 2 horse stables, paddocks $995 540-955-1419 LOVETTSVILLE 4BR, 3 full baths with full finished basement. $1,700/mo. Security dep & refs req'd. 540-822-5828. MADISON CO., sect. co. estate on working winery. 205ac., 6BR, 3BA, 8 Ig. fp's. 1200 sq. ft. patio, pool. $2000/mo. no pets 540-987-7226 MARSHALL, 1 BR, 1 BA, hw floors, new appl., W/D, DshW, Mwave, Pets, horses No-smkr. $850/mo. 540-364-3424 SPERRYVILLE- RT 651 2 BR, 1 BA. $600/mo. + sec dpst. 540-9878954 Rentals 33 Lota & Acreage faRBT—5v35KPFERT5n Pasture/hay fields, barn, 250 + acres. Contact Marie 540-7436525, 540-743-6994, Fax 540-743-1202. I»|. Rentals 33 Rooms V___ ANNANDALE/ FALLS CHURCH: 2 Ig., BR, Ig. LR, full BA, cooking, laundry, FP, priv. ent. $950/mo. or $500/ rm + V2 utils. 703-560-3280. RESTON-ROOM w/ private BA in TH, laundry priv., limited cooking, $400, utilities included. 703-758-0742. 66 Shared Housing BEAUTIFUL VIEWSPurcellville(10 min. from Leesburg) Share 4 BR, 2 BA modern farmhouse w/CAC. Prof. F NS, prefer pet lover. $600/mo + 1/3 util. 703729-454,703-966-7419. 80 Rentals Offlea OFFICE SPACE ,2nd Floor, Old Town Warrenton, across from court house, historic building. 3 rms. w/small kitchen & ba. $750/ mo. plus util. 540-837-2240 Hunting 89 Propartia* WANTfe'b:. HUNTING Rights sought by insured reputable est. corp Top $ rental pd in advance 703-690-1543 100*»*ala By Ownar POPLAR HILL FARM. White Post, VA $679,000 35 ac. horse farm, restored 1900's center hall Colonial. 4 BRs, 3 BA, old pine floors, 9' ceilings. Lg Pre-Civil War barn, many outbuildings. 180' X 200’ riding arena. Located in Clarke Co., 32 mis to Leesburg. 25 mis to Middleburg 4 Building rights 540-837-2240 WARRENTON, IN TOWN Condo, triplex end unit. 3BR, 2 <2 BA, DR, LR, FP, balcony, extras. $96,500. 540-347-1156 WINCHSTR, CLS. to Rt 7 & 50 % ac. lot 3 BR w/ fin W/O bsmnt. ht. pmp w/ AC, 2 car grg, $149,000.540-667-5440 111 Sale* Condos FOX CHASE-1 BR, 1 BA w/ vaulted ceilings, sky light, marble FP, eat-in ’ kit, W/D. $95,00O/neg. 703-444-5056. LEESBURG FOX Chase: 2 BR, 1 BA, terrace Ivl, stove, refg, DW, full size W/D. $77,000. Call for appt. 540-338-5389. Owner/agent. 122 Sal#* Houses RAPPAHANNOCK CO. home, 50 acres, in F T. Valley. Private, 4BR, 3BA, gourmet kitchen, decks, spa, views, streams, pond, pastures, barn. Nicely landscaped. $650,000. Add'l 65 acs. avail. 540987-3110 3.25 acres, can subdivide, oft Green Rd in Hurleytown, Fauquier Co. $52,000. 540-4393439 ask for Roy Sr. 155 Mobil# 12 X 65, 3BR, 1.5 ba, CAC, 2 decks, shed. $6000 neg. 540-4398718 jgg Sal** 100 Townhou*** V___✓ SUGARLAND RUN TOWNHOUSE in convenient location 3 bd 2 & V2 ba below market price! call 703/4075234 or 703/430-1900 r ^ a a* Cowm*rd*l Rentals SPACE FOR LEASE Approx. 2,000 sq. ft. Loudoun Valley Industrial Park Call: JB Properties 540-554-8677 Business Opportunity ARE YOU READY TO OWN YOUR OWN BUSINESS? Call for FREE information on the world’s largest franchise show. Hundreds of exciting franchise opportunities on display. Toll Free 800-649-4433 X875 220 Farm Equipment MF245 Diesel TRACTOR w/loader. Excellent condition $7,600 540/822-5828 999 <*•"»»•/ ,, Yard Sal* v J GRAND FATHER CLOCK, $295; Ig. wall clock $50; sofa bed $175; Ig. dbl pedestal desk & chair $125; oak twin bed, dresser, mirror, nightstand $275; walnut dresser & mirror nightstand & 5 drawer chest & dbl. bed $400; 92' sofa $150. 703-6209185, Iv message. HAVE THINGS LEFT over from your yard sale? Don't want to have a yard sale and just want to donate your good stuff? The Warrenton Lions Club will try to help, by taking some of your items for their yard sale on 3/31/01 or auction 4/7/01. Please call Craig 540-349-0663; Howard 540-347-3164 or Andrea 540-3479018. Hay Straw t Peed HAY horse quality hay. Square & round bales. Also round bales for cattle. 540-937-5160 ' > 240 Horsas V_J AMISH MADE MARATHON Cart & harness. Fits ponies 13.2 H- 14.2 H. Both in exc. cond. $1500. 540-987-8131 TB GELD. Classy retired race horse needs a new career. 10yr old bay, 16.3 off track 9 mo. Trail rides alone, in company. Snaffle mouth, good mind, quiet, kind. Clips, ships, no vices. Ready to finish for your discipline. Good home essential - very spec, horse. $2000 neg. to approp. placement. 540-364-2929 TWO VERY SPECIAL horses wanted for two different experienced older adult ladies who like to hilltop and trail ride. Requirements: age 5-15, size 15 hh or more, geldings. Quarter horse type preferred. No TB's. Trail or pony club experience required. Must be kind & “kick-along quiet”. Wonderful placement for a special, outgrown (?) friend. @ $5,000. 540-364-2929. * tt"—^ 252 Livestock V . . 7 PURE BRED easy calving Black Angus Bulls. Ray T. Cannon 540-937-4900 f A f%Kj£i HIM. For Mm ■' ■ -/ CAMERAS: LEICA M5 with 50mm Summicron (Germany) 2.0 lens. Good condition. $1100. Calumet 4X5 Studio Camera. Excellent Condition with case (no lens) $150. Both for $1150. Call Rob 540347-4222 (days); 540368-2623 (evenings) NEW 275 GALLON home oil tank. $150. OBO Call after 6 PM540-3490802 YAMAHA STAGE CUSTOM Drum kit, very good condition, $800. 703-830-6379. ENG. BULL DOG pups, AKC, CH. Ped. pet/ breed/show. Schnaz. pups, rare whts, pts/prem. 703-791-3399 POMERANIAN PUPPIES, vet checked, first shots. AKC. 540-8255496 FREE MULCH- For gardens- U Haul, 4mi. off Rte 29 on Rte 651 #6860 Sumerduck Rd, Remington, VA. 540439-2607 AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD, blue merl. M, 10 mos, neutered. Missing Since 2/20. Answers to Ringo. Has tags. Regard 540-955-0392 356 Childcare Wanted SEEKING LOVING childcare provider to care for 2 kids in my home in The Plains. PT hrs., FT pay. 540-253-5706. CADILLAC DEVILLE '93 Gold Edition, pristine cond., 1 owner, 85K, $7500/obo. Call 703464-5957. CHEVY NOVA '87 hatchback- auto, 1 owner, AM/FM/Cass., $2500. Call Ur. Bransfield @ 703-821-1550, X113. FORD ESCORT ’93, wagon hatchback, orig. owner, good cond. $2900/obO. 540-3492000 ' •> 80S AwftrmobH«i >- ■ HONDA ACCORD 1986. Blue book value $3200, trade-in $2800, FOR SALE $1900/OBO. exc. cond., PW, 5 sp, ac, stereo, sunroof, 703753-9096 or e-mail annavanderzon @ aol .com 1999 MERCURY MARQUIS. L.S., has all options, silver, 1 owner driver, asking $16,000. 540-822-5972 OLDS ROYALE '88, 1990, needs engine $300. 540-788-9568 or 540-788-3255 Ive. msg. SATURN SL2 ’91, 4dr“ 5 sp, ac, rear defrost, cruise, PW, PL, cass, very clean, 115K mis, $1,900, 540-347-6035 ’90 VOLKSWAGON CABRIOLET 5 speed, red, black ragtop. fun car! runs great $3,300 540-882-4470 Sport Utility^ Vehiclo V_ _^ CHEVY, '98, Blazer “LS", 4 DR, 4 WD, all extras, excellent condition. $14,500. 703-318-8810 FORD BRONCO 1978, blue & white, 4WD, hard & soft tops, refurbished engine, runs great. $1500 OBO. 540825-1334 ask for Ben (days) ’87 FORD BRONCO Full size XLT very high mileage V8 everything works, great winter or hunting vehicle! $1,800 or OBO 703/217-0403 FORD EXPLORER 1998, XLT, 4x4, V-6, auto, all power, 52K mis. Ext. warr. avail. $17,500 OBO. 703-808-8430 GMC 1996 YUKON. 4 WD, Power, CD, Leather. 113K miles. Runs & looks great. $12,900. 540-341-1028 SUBURBAN ‘93 115K mis. Very good cond., original owner. New VA Inspection. MUST BE SEEN. $10,995. 703754-8873 (M-F, 8-5) r--—s 670 Trailers _ 2001 HAULMARK, 6x10, enclosed, color: dove/ dk. bl top, vent, side door, D-rings, 31K mis. $1950. 540-347-0659 675 Trucks / Pickups '99 CHEVR. S10 PU, ext. cab, 4x4, 3rd dr, AT, 6 cyl, 38k mis, $13,500. 540-948-6590. F150 1990 PICK-up. A good work truck. $2,295. OBO 703-7548873 (M-F; 8-5) CHEVY ASTRO VAN 1992, needs some engine work. $3000. OBO 540-347-1970 CHRYSLER TOWN & Country Minivan 1995, 1 ownr, no probs, new tirs/battery. 110k mis. $6500. 540-937-5371 FORD E-150 '97, exc. cond., ac, am/fm, rack, 63K, custom int./constr, V-6, $12,000 OBO. 540-937-7066. Assistant Lab Tech Immediate opening in busy Warrenton Optometry office. No exp. needed. 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Rappahannock Ne CLERICAL Fairchild Domier, a highly regarded name in the turboprop and jet aircraft industry, currently has the following career opportunities: RECEPTIONIST Working in the Sales and Marketing department, you will answer the “80Q" line and respond to customer requests for information. Your responsibilities will include providing information to visitors, scheduling the use of video equipment, and performing assigned clerical duties. Qualifications include a HS education and 1-2 years of telephone operations and clerical/secretarial experience. We require typing speed of 40wpm and PC proficiency. MAIL CLERK We seek an energetic, dependable, friendly individual to sort and distribute mail, ship packages and handle an assortment of mailroom related duties. A HS education is a requisite as well as the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Candidates with mailroom work experience preferred. We offer a competitive compensatiorVbenefits package. For consideration, please send or fax resumes to: Fairchild Dornier, Attn: Human Resources, Wortdgate IV, 12801 Wortdgate Dr., Herndon, VA 20170, Fax (703)709-6367. EOE. DRIVERS NEEDED Local Boom truck & Tractor Trailers. Local & Long distance hauling. Class A license & drqa testing req. Call Donnie @ 800*368-2178 day OF 800-368-2173 evening. Education $700-$800 Per Week e Earning Potential for our school graduates e A or B Training e FT or PT Classes e School Loan by Phone e Bilingual Instructors eJob Placement e 18 yrs old & older e Train in just 3 weeks Call now (800)792-9325 ELECTRICIAN Pioneer Electric, Inc. is looking for a respectful, responsible, and experienced forman. Must have completed an apprenticeship program and have 2 years experience as a commercial project foreman. Experience must include a background of branch/feeder conduit work, wire pulling, power. distribution, emergency systems, and fire alarm systems. Great company with benefits including group health and den. tal, paid vacation, paid holidays, company ve' hide, and 401k plan. Interviews will be by ■ apptonly. , (703)393-1991 29 PEOPLE WANTED to get paid $$$ to lose up to 30 lbs. in the next 30 days! Natural-Guaranteed. Call: (800)296-8198 ws EVENING KITCHEN MANAGER needed for country resort 2-10 pm, Mon.-Fri., some weekends. Hourly pay + overtime after 40 hours & weekends. Health & retirement benefits included. Call 540-923-4231 for interview • Laborers e Equipment Operators • Dump Truck Drivers • Flush Truck Drivers • Grade Foremen • Punch Crew Foreman • Pipe Foreman needed. Dental & Health Insurance & 401K Available. 540-347-6628 LIVESTOCK SPECIALIST Qualified candidate needed ASAP for daily care and record keeping of moderate sized herd of cattle, pigs & sheep. Salary and full benefits offered. Contact Sunnyside Farms LLC. P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747 # 540-675-2627 or fax resumes to 540-675-1135 EOE Make a difference, Kennel Help Mon. Wed.. Fri. 8am-2pm and alt. Sat. & Sun. needed for a non-euthanasing county shelter located in Amissville. Will train. Alcvefcrdogsamust21 yis. a older criy need apply. Staring pay SS'per har. 540-937-3283 NOW HIRING! WAREHOUSE/ DELIVERY PERSONNEL NEEDED Full-time positions with benefits, including health & life insurance, pension & 401 (k), vacation & sick leave. Must have good driving record and valid driver’s license. Agriculture background helpful. Apply In person: MARSHALL FARMER’S CO-OP Marshall. Virginia Plumber Full-Time needed to work in Rappahannock ana surrounding counties. 540-675-3249 540-987-9463 Receptionist Ashby Inn Wed.- Sun. 540-592-3900 RRCSB is seeking loving, dependable families interested in providing a stable home for adults with mental retardation or mental illness. Monthly stipend, training, 24 hour back up proylded. Opportunity to help people with disabilities live ip their home communities. RAPPAHANNOCK - R API DAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD If Interested please contact Yvonne Brash ear at 540-825-3100 Ext. 3444 CASHIERS Starting Pay: $7.25 per hour and up Full & Part Time Openings We have openings available in all Northern Virginia locations. • Health Insurance • Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • Paid Holidays • Advancement Opportunities • Vacation Pay • Retirement Plan • Employee Discount - • Paid Training Abo accepting applications for Managers To Apply Call 703-435-9225 , or fax your resume to: 703-435-0831 . (Must Be 21) Benefits Include: “We Have Great Things In-Store for Your o PLUMBERS needed for new construction. All work local (Fauquier, Culpeper, Prince William, Loudoun) Top pay and a benefits package for the rfght QUALIFIED mechanic. CALL NOW!!! 540-347-0765 Appleton Campbell, Inc. northern Virginia Wait Staff Males/Females Evening Shift Mon. - Sat. 4pm - 9pm Sundays off Family Restaurant Apply within: County Cate 389 A Main St Washington, VA 540-675-1066 WASHINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH Seeking person to fill following position: CUSTODIAN: App. 4-8 hours per week. Fri. or Sat., Require letter of interest w/ 3 ref. Send to: P.O. Box 209 Washington, VA, 22747 Attn: C. Beard or call church office at 540-675-3336 Folder/Set-up Mechanic OpenFffst a swwng production company, is in need tit a'Uiturvil BOWE/MBO mechanics. Previous experience is required for these full-time positions. Dav and night shift available to include weekends If ink-rested please apply m person or fox vtum br "Openfirst timr&Jim MhIhh** Ttmrhmf Mkwhmia. 4JJ3 LXwenpun Road, Fredericksburg, VA 224CS* >40rm+A 19 Fax: 540^98-2612 PRODUCTION WORKERS Smith-Midland Corp. a manufacturer of precast concrete products, is now seeking associates to work in the production plant. We offer a beginning rate of $8.50/hr with reviews at 6 months and one year. Excellent benefits include a quarterly bonus program, 401 (k) retirement and savings plan, health and dental insurance, paid vacation and educational reimbursement. Qualified persons my contact: Personnel Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, Va 22728 Ph: 540-439-3266 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: asmith@crossllnk.net SALES Smith-Midland Corporation, a growing manufacturer of precast concrete products, is expanding its sales team and seeks a sales representative for its pre-engineered precast concrete buildings sold to the utility, communication, industrial, government and engineering markets. Sales territory includes Virginia and Maryland. This position is commission based with lucrative earning potential. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including health, dental and life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement/ savings plan, paid vacation, tuition reimbursement and guaranteed earnings during training. EOE M/F/D/V Interested persons may fax, mail or e-mail resumes to: Smith-Midland Corporation Human Resources Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 e-mail: asmith@smithmidland.com Know Quark? The Times Community Newspapers, an aggressive chain of Northern Virginia weeklies, is looking for QuarkXPress proficient paginators for its production team. The positions are entry-level, full and part-time. Applicants must be team Players, able to handle multiple assignments on deadline. Those with PageMaker skills will be considered. Jump into the challenging, fast-paced, constantly changing career of newspaper design! Competitive Salary, benefits ottered. Send Cover Letter, Resume and Clips to: Dana Baker Loudoun Times-Mirror P.O. Box 359 Leeshurt. VA 20178 Fax: 703-771-0051 of Email resumes as .POF attachment to: 4baker9timespapers.com (Times mmmmm northern Virginia CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 FAX 540-349-8676 OASIS CD DUPLICATION FLINT HILL GRAPHIC DESIGNER Design/typeset CD covers for one of the top CD replication companies in the country. Need to know Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc. cold: a love of music is a nice adjunct. Informal but very fast-paced environment; beautiful rural location. Please respond by email to: employeesearch@oasisCD.com; please no phone calls. CHEMIST (R & D) Manufacturer of top-quality water analysis test kits seeks a productive bench chemist to develop new quantitative test kits for competitive national and international markets. B. S. in Chemistry. Wet chemistry experience of 2-4 years desired. Experience developing instrumental methods and/or satisfying EPA test acceptance criteria a plus. Excellent benefit package. CHEMetrics, Inc. Rt. 28, 4295 Catlett Road Calverton, VA 20138 Phone: 540.788.9026 Fax: 540.788.4856 E-mail: prodinfogchemetrtca.com EOE OFFICE MANAGER Progressive, large Ophthalmology practice in Leesburg, VA seeking FT. Office Manager to lead our team. Responsibilities include HR Management, A/P, A/R, Facilities Management, Patient Communications. Successful candidate will have Bachelors Degree, prior medical office management experience, knowledge of medicare/insurance filing, medical management software and a positive leadership outlook. Competitive salary and benefits. Fax resume and salary requirements to 703-777-7486 or e-mail to blindhardt@youcansee.com LICENSED INSURANCE AGENT Combined Insurance a subsidiary of AON Corporation, seeking licensed insurance agents in surrounding areas. You will receive a guaranteed income to start. If qualified, promotion possible within 6 months. Also, Non-licensed people encouraged to apply, as company provides complete training, Second to none. Call Nell Peirson Today, for immediate Interview at 800-609-6646 or fax resume to: DM-01-804-527-8360. EOE/MF RRCSB is seeking loving, dependable families interested in providing a stable home for adults with mental retardation or mental illness. Monthly stipend, training, 24 hour back up provided. Opportunity to help people with disabilities live in their home communities. RAPPAHANNOCK - RAP1DAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD If Interested please contact Yvonne Brashear at 540-825-3100 Ext. 3444 Production Manager Production Manager wanted at Sunnyside Farms. Full-time position/ salary pay with full benefits Must De familiar with most aspects ot the day to day operations of farming. Excellent communication skills and supervisory skills mandatory. Must be able to develop work schedules, yield forecasts, and harvest tracking records. Familiarity with organic and sustainable farming practices not required but helpful. Please cal or send resume to: 540-675-2346 please mail to: P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747 _ EOE COME JOIN A WINNING TEAM Competitive Wages ... Excellent Benefits... • 401K • Medical • Paid Vacation • Holiday Pay ... and Much More ... Experience a plus.... Not a requirement POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FRONT DESK CLERKS - ROOM ATTENDANTS - HEAD MAINTENANCE imnmsi Inn COMFORT INN COMFORT INN DRIVE WARRENTON,VA Fax resume to 540-347-5759 Come In and Complete an Application NO PHONE CALLS SALES ASST Washington Homes, INC., Area's 2nd largest builder is seeking a New Home Sales Asst, to work in Fauquier County Flexible weekday and weekend hours required. Excellent communication skills, professional attire and prior office experience helpful. Fax resume to 703-631-4819, attn: Sales Mgr. EHO BUHL Electric Company $2,000 SIGNING BONUS! Payable at 6 months. Must complete application & interview between Feb. I & leb. 28, 2001. We have the perfect job for you. We need your help to organize our Production Office NOW Openings in Ashbum, Sterling & Manassas. Light office duties and some warehouse work required. We are a large N.Va. electrical sub-contractor offering a full-time position with great pay. flexible hours and excellent benefits. All applicants and inquiries welcome. Fax resume to (703) 444-1794 or contact Bill at (703) 450-2100. Mechanic HEAVY TRUCK MECHANIC Experienced heavy truck mechanic with own tools needed immediately. Responsible for maintaining modern fleet of tractors, trailers and other equipment. Full and part time positions with benefits package including 401K available. Call Debbie at 540-439-2700 to arrange for an interview. J. D. Newman, Inc. EOE SALES PERSON WANTED Growing family owned swimming pool business is seeking an aggressive, selfmotivated individual to make a positive impact on their business. Must have excellent people and communication skills computer knowledge a must. Hourly wages and commission. Position available immediately. Apply in person at Payne Pools & Spas 62-C Waterloo St. Warrenton, VA 20186 OASIS CD DUPLICATION FLINT HILL GRAPHIC DESIGNER Design/typeset CD covers for one of the top CD replication companies in the country. Need to know Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc. cold: a love of music is a nice adjunct. Informal but very fast-paced environment; beautiful rural location. Please respond by email to: employeesearch@oasisCD.com; please no phone calls. Legal Secretary/ Pro Bono Coordinator/ Intake Specialist Rappahannock Legal Services, Inc., a law office serving low-income persons, has an immediate opening for an experienced legal secretary to : 1) work with two staff attorneys and one paralegal in a civil poverty law practice; 2) handle initial intake and screening of applicants for service; and 3) administer pro bono cases referred to the private bar. Qualifications include legal secretary experience, excellent computer and communication skills, and knowledge of local attorneys. Salary $18-22K DOE with excellent benefits. Send letter of Interest, resume and 3 references to RLS, 314 N. West Street, Culpeper, VA 22701 Phone 540-825-3131; fax 540-825-3802; rlsculpOerols.com by 3/06/01. EOE Nurse RNs/LPIMs/ PARAMEDICS 11 Tired of Backbreaking Lifting & Bedpans??? Consider Corrections! Loudon Co Adult Detention Center (Leesburg) otters Autonomy, Stability, more. • LPNs - MEW SHIFT DIFFEHEMTIAL Full Tlan Mights • RNs - FT Mights • Paramedics - ft Mights • Excellent Beiutits. Mtwly kcnssth Shift DUftmriialx tar Mights siW Wttkends FHM also mil this. XTmuaMaa# amahAsALam txeouwm onimfuon ptWIttm. NEW GRADS WELCOME! Please cad Diane Kline. RN AM*. 1703)771-1171 er 777-0600. Okline©^^ EOt Onuo Scmen Flawed. FIELD DENSITY TECHNICIANS needed Good Pay and Benefits VDOT Asphalt Certification is a plus. Superior Paving (703)-631-0004 Child Care Center Director Walnut Grove Child Care Centers • • Competitive salary based on exp. • • Benefits & bonuses Must havt child car* txp*ri*nc* Contact 540-439-2500 or 540-347 6520 or 703-754-3322 ARE YOU TIRED OF WORKING NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS? Minnieland of Gainesville has immediate openings. 8:00am- 6:00pm & 3:00pm6:30pm. Competitive pay, educational allowances, and excellent benefits. Please call Debbie at (703) 753-2213 or fax resume to (703) 753-0389 EOE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Smith-Midland Corporation is seeking an Administrative Assistant to the CEO. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience working directly with a CEO. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office is required. Duties include transcribing correspondence, taking meeting minutes, proofing, supervising other office personnel and other duties such as planning meetings, corporate functions and company events, making travel arrangements and directing inquiries from stockholders. We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical/dental insurance, 401 (k) plan and educational reimbursement. Qualified applicants may send resumes including salary history to: Human Resources Dept. Smith Midland Corp. P.O. Box 300, Midland, VA 22728 or Fax (540) 439-1232 E-mail: asmith@crossiink.net GOVERNMENT REPORTER Experienced, savvy reporter needed to cover busy county government beat for award-winning large weekly paper in rural Fauquier County. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing skills and ability to dig beneath the surface of a story to its core. In our newsroom, creativity is appreciated as much as a strong work ethic. Our reporters have the opportunity to extend themselves beyond their beat to develop other writing styles and techniques. Although we cover a relatively small county compared to our Neighbors in Northern Virginia, we have caring involved readers who look to us to keep them informed. Pay and benefits are competitive. Send resume, and clips to: Robin Earl, Managing Editor Fauquier times Democrat P.O. 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Childhood snows Sperryville f By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 I had an article ready and waiting to use when we got our big snow of the winter. With the snow this week and only a couple inches at that, I guess the weather isn’t going to cooperate with me as spring is just around the corner. I’ll just write about it without the cooperation of the weather. Growing up as a child, I just loved the snow. When the snow started falling our saying was “old woman, old woman, up so high, pick your geese while the white feathers fly.” It seemed we had more snow then than we are having now. If there was school Daddy would make us a path to the bus using a hand made snow drag. This was a V-shaped snow plow pulled by a horse. The drag was about 18 inches high with a board nailed across it to sit on and his weight would hold it down. The snow would melt faster once the path was pushed out. We all loved to sleigh ride during the day and on occasions we would build a bon fire and sleigh ride at night. The sleds we used then are antique now because they were made of wood, not plastic. If the temperature was right, either will give you a good ride on a steep hill. It was fun to build a snowman using our imagination. We would decorate him with scarf, hat, sticks for the arms and different size buttons for his eyes, nose and coat. We thought he looked pretty good once we were through, and hoped the sun would not cause him to melt away too soon. I’ve mentioned before we did not have refrigeration, so when a big snow came it gave us an opportunity to have homemade snow cream. I’m sure a lot of you have never heard of this. It was a real treat. Since the weather did not help us out this time, be sure to keep the recipe until our next big snow so you can try it. i snow Cream You would mix one and a half cups milk (half and half is better) we used cream, one cup sugar, and one tablespoon vanilla. Mix and add food coloring (red or green are best) add snow until you get the correct consistency of ice cream. The food coloring makes it look pretty and it was cold and sweet. It doesn’t compare to our ice cream products you can purchase today, but it is worth a try. You were not to eat the first snow, it took the first snow to take the germs out of the air. You would gather the snow when it was several inches deep and being careful to keep it as clean as possible. We would take a big spoon and fill a pan with snow, leaving it outside until we were ready to add it to our liquid mixture. I invite you to share this experience with your children as I’m sure it’s difficult for them to conceive a time when ice cream was not readily available. I made snow cream for my children and now they’re making it for their children. I think it helps them to understand the times shared by our previous generations. A surprise birthday party was held at the Sperryville Fire Hall on Feb. 18 for Mrs. Martha Weakley who was celebrating her 73rd birthday. Approximately 100 family and friends helped her celebrate. Mrs. Weakley is one of the original native family members from Jenkins Hollow. We wish all those who are sick a speedy recovery. Ms. Debbie Keyser and Mr. Spencer Sullivan of Winchester visited with Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser on Sunday. Mr. Wayne Baldwin, Mrs. Florene Baldwin, Mrs. Lillie Pullen and Mrs. Sally Keyser visited Mrs. Nannie Payne in Front Royal on Saturday to help celebrate her birthday. Call me with your news and make it a good week. Real Estate Directory Real estate transaction The following real estate transaction was recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Albert S. Wines and wife to Albert Samuel Wines and other, trustees, four parcels, Wakefield District. Deed of gift Small Country Homes fir Outbuildings Hand-Crafted Rappahannock Design & Building Company. Ltd. Robert fi*chel!s i pi Washington, Virginia 540-675-1966 rdbcSearthlink.net EQUAL > HOUSING 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. Since 1927 ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. Castleton - Creekwood - Tremendous value for the money! Two custombuilt homes on 22 wooded acres w/winter ML views! A 3/4 BR cedar Contemporary w/numerous upgrades- oak floors, FTs, expansive MBR suite, finished walk-out basement deck & covered porch! The 2 BR/2 BA cedar home is ideal for guests/inlaws or B&B potential! $779,000 Viewtown - A rare find! in Rapp’K. Co. -Five fantastic acres w/distant ML views & a wonderful 3 BR/3 BA home! 2 MBR suites, den/office, kitchen, w/upgrades, an unfinished basement deck, screened porch w/skylights. $249,900 Flint Hill - One-year home warranty goes w/this tum-of-the-century, 9 room Farmhouse situated on 29 open & rolling acres located in Old Dominion Hunt area! Farm buildings, ponds, stone walls & mountain views! $339,000 Washington - This beautifully maintained 3 BR/2 BA Cedar home is ready for its new owners to move in! 5 private acres! Convenient location. $164,500 m Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 H - Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 We Finance Country Living! Kimberly Love Loan Officer Your dream home. That perfect piece of land. Some horses or livestock. Farms or farm equipment. I can help finance it all! FARMCREDTPOt (540) 347-3344 (Warrenton) or 800-559-1016 ft “FAIR HAVEN” IN BEAUTIFUL RAPPAHANNOCK CO. Fabulous country estate on 15+ landscaped acres, 4/5 BRs, 5 full & 2 half BAs, 4 FPs. zoned heat & air. The 6,4(X)+ sq. ft. interior is superbly built w/exquisite architectural detail. Formal LR & DR, country kit. & FR w/vaulted ceiling & stone FP. 35x25 great room w/windows on 3 sides to enjoy the wonderful mtn. views, above which is a BR/sitting room of same size with multiple windows. U-shaped house surrounds an interior courtyard w/fish pond & covered brick walkways, side covered porch w/patio extension. Pond, barn & loo many additional upgrades & extra features to mention. A MUST SEE! MLS#RP3357599 $1,200,000 PAGE GLASCOCK Armfield. Miller & Ripley. Inc. PO Box 1500, Middleburg, VA 20118 Home: 540-592-3238 • Office: 540-687-6395 E-mail: judundpageglascock(P erols.com Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Off Rt. 231 in Broad Hollow, 10.1 wooded acres on state road. Stream, park boundary. $75,000 F.T. Valley - 30 wooded acres, over 500 ft. park boundary, road frontage, strong stream, septic approved. $5,000 per acre 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 If you are looking for a quality parcel of land then walk this property. 41 acres with two building sites. There is a site high on a hill in a stand of large mature oaks with mountain views. The second housesite is located on another knoll that is partially open with dozens of 20 year old spruces, and other evergreens for landscaping and wind harrier. There is a nice stream that bisects the site with an old pond that needs restoring. There is 10 acres that could be easily cleared for pasture. This property is located in a protective community of 200 acres with no division allowed of any parcel and all utilities must be underground. This may be the best parcel of land on the market in Rapp. Co. New survey. You must walk this parcel to appreciate it. $219,900 60 Acres of woods near Slate Mills. Very private with access by a 30 foot gated right-of-way. Nice hardwoods on the slope of Butler Mtn. with the highest point at 1,000 feet with long views into Madison Co., Old Rag, and the Blue Ridge Mtns. Several housesites, one site overlooks a small stream with a potential pond site. New survey pending. $3,000 per acre. Call Emily Henry 800-523-8846 H 540-349-1400 • 540-675-3490 UNIQUE SETTING ON THE RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER Custom-built “Country Colonial” with wraparound porch, high ceilings, stone fireplace, hardwood floors, full basement and attic storage. Offered at $459,000. RAPPAHANNOCK REAL ESTATE RESOURCES 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel butch@rapprealestate.com Greg Clark www.rappahannockrealestateresources.com Horse Farm - Very secluded 25 fenced wooded and cleared acres with a 3 BR/2 BA home on dead end road. Custom built 5 stall bam, 3 paddocks, 2 large fields, riding ring and trails. $475,000 10 acre estate with large, beautiful 4 BR/2.5 BA home w/excellent natural light. Superh condition with fresh paint and carpeting, LR, DR, FR w/fireplace, eat-in kitchen, full basement, in-ground swimming pool, nice barn, great mountain views. $285,000 New Home - 3 BR/2 BA features plenty of light. Downstairs BR (12x32) can be great family room or combo. Kitchen w/island to LR for open feeling. MBR has stub for extra sink and walk-in closet. Good storage area. Lovely view over pond from most rooms! Huge trees in yard, easy access. $134,500 Real Estate in P. O. Box 298 • 291 Gay St., Washington, VA 22747 H E-mail: re3@crosslink.net 540-675-1373 Rick Kohler Mitzic Young Amy Sloane-Timbers 540 937 6146 540-675 3555 540-987-8668 SOLD Regional, National and International Marketing Frank Hardy, Inc. and Justin Wiley are pleased to announce the recent sale of this charming cabin. Recently relocated to its current site, the cabin has been completely restored and offers commanding views of Old Rag Mountain. This property arguably has some of the most spectacular views in all of Rappahannock County. Representing owners and purchasers of Virginia’s most noted properties, endeavoring to preserve the stewardship of land and to ensure the perpetuity of our Virginia way of life for future generations: Justin Wiley (804) 589-5405 justwiley@earthlink.net Frank Hardy, Inc. Realtors . FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS telephone: (804) 2964)134, fax: 804-296-9730 _ www.firankhardy.com Kxclusive affiliate, Sotheby’s International Realty WARRENTON PIEDMONT CHARLOTTESVILLE GLOUCESTER