Rappahannock News, May 9, 2001

123rd Year... No. 19 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, MAY 9,2001 www.thnMOOmmunlty.corn 50 cents Rapp Briefs Lions Club plans Saturday auction j The Rappahannock Lions Club will hold their annual auction j on Saturday, May 12 at 6 p.m. at the Washington nre hall. If you have items to donate, please call Henry B. Wood at 987-3301; Joel Daczewitz, 987-8395; Bob Metcalfe, 675-3897; Carson Johnson, 987-8720 or Roger Andrews at 987-8974. All donations will be greatly appreciated. Gateway members schedule meeting A Sperryville Gateway meeting will be held on Thursday, May 17 at 7 p.m. at the Sperryville fire department. The meeting is open to the public. For additional information call Tom Junk at 987-8617. ! Buttercup Ball slated for May 12 The Buttercup Ball is an upcoming event sponsored by Headwaters and the PTO of the Rappahannock County schools to thank the teachers for all that they do. It is being held on May 12 at the Old School House of the CCLC on Mt. Salem Avenue j from 8 to 11 p.m. Therewill be live music by one of the^higtLsdhool teachers, Bobby Glasker and his BluesHawks band. There will also be heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cake walk, door prizes for teachers and ! much more. .4 All employees of the Rappahannock County schools and parents are welcome to attend. The cost is $10/couple for the parents only. Direct any questions to Kaye Kohler at 9376146 or Jimmy Swindler at 987-8597. Sperryville plans annual carnival The Sperryville Volunteer Fire i Department's annual carnival will be held June 6-9. The parade will be held Thursday, June 7 at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in participating should contact Greg Williams at 675-2530. The crowning of the queen will be held Saturday, June 9 at 10 p.m. Any contestants interested in participating should contact Monte Clinedinst at 987-9625 or Michele Jenkins at 987-9440. 9 ..... \; 5^. ;. V,. .'-Vj./'‘ P . ^ 7- Jv'i . ..y Board of Directors to meet May 14 , i The May board of directors i meeting for Headwaters, the | Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, will take place Monday, May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Extension Office. The meeting is open to the public. Happenings in Rappahannock " • Wednesday, May 9 the Washington Town Council will at the town hall at 7:30 p.m. j • Wednesday, May 16 Rappahannock County Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 "p.m. at the courthouse. I- • Friday, June 1 DARE Day at : rces. ... ‘ Rappahannock News ' P.O, Box 59 Washington, Vai. 22747 (540)675-3338 ' (540) 675-3088 (fax) Flower show Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones “In This Delightful Garden Grows . . will be the theme of the Rappahannock County Garden Club’s Rower Show set for Saturday, May 19 at the home of Bruce and Susan Jones in Tiger Valley near Washington. Garden Club flower snow May 19 delights the senses Where else could you find peonies and poppies, columbine and clematis, bleeding heart and bearded iris, delphinium and daisies, rhododendron and rosemary, mint and mock orange, weigela and wisteria, all gloriously blooming together, other than at the Rappahannock County Garden Club’s Flower Show on Saturday, May 19? The show entitled “In This Delightful Garden Grows...” will be held at the home of Bruce and Susan Jones on Long Mountain Road in Tiger Valley and is open to the public from 1:30 until 5 p.m. Each garden club member will submit at least one arrangement of flowers; those designs will be displayed in various rooms throughout the Jones’home. Each room has a theme that will be carried out with flowers; for example,- the family room will have flower arrangements portraying “Taking Flight” and the bathroom depicting “Reflections from the Pond.” The dining room table will display table settings suitable for an informal meal. Potted flowers will be presented outside on the deck. There will be two categories of small or miniature flower designs: "A Fungus Among Us” and “Nature’s Little Ways.” On display in the lower level of> •the home will be a myriad array of single stem flowers, herbs, and shrub specimens picked from members’ gardens and entered in the 36 - classes of horticulture competition. All the flower designs and horticulture entries will be judged by accredited Flower Show Judges prior to the show opening. ^ In addition to the flower displays, three special exhibits will be presented. “The Return of ths _. :... ..I. mjm Native” demonstrates the value and beauty of gardening with native species. “How to Develop a Bluebird 'frail* offers information on helping to re-establish habitat for the Eastern Bluebird. Budding young gardeners will also have an opportunity to exhibit their flower designs in a special Youth Award category. Arrangements will be judged in an Intermediate class (ages eight through 12) and in an Advanced class (ages 13 through 17). To enter the Flower Show competition or to receive more information about the show, contact Celine Siira at 727-8793 or Betty Wood at 987-8886. For directions to the ' Flower Show, call Susan Jones at 676-3152. Flower Show location will be at 601 Long Mountain. Road, Washington. Patrick O Outstanding Chef for 2001 Patrick O’Connell, chef and founder of The Inn at Little Washington, has just been named America’s best chef by the James Beard Foundation at its 11th annual awards ceremony in New York on May 1. The Beard Foundation’s awards are considered to be the equivalent of the Academy Awards in the food world. More than 600 food and bever*/ age industry professionals in the United States vote by confidential ballot for the nominees and winners. , * The Inn at Little Washington has been the recipient of four previous Beard Foundation awards including: Restaurant of the Year, Best Service, Best Chef in the Mid-Atlantic Region and Best Wine Service. It is the only establishment ever to have won every one of the Beard Foundation awards. The Inn was also the first inn to ever receive Five Stars from the Mobil Travel Guide and the first establishment in Mobil’s history to ever receive two Five Star awards - <me for its accommodations and a second for its restaurant Patrick O’Connell has been referred to as ‘the. Pope of American Cuisine” and is considered one of the top chefs working in the world today. He is self-taught. Together with his partner, ' Reinhardt Lynch he started The Inn «t Little Washington 23 years ago in “Little* Washington (population 185) in a former garage on the comer of Main and Middle Streets. His refined American cuisine capitalizes on the bounty of products from the Virginia countryside and elevates regional ingredients to new heights. Unexpected combinations and unlikely juxtapositions along with a bit of whimsy are hallmarks of his work. O’Connell is also the author of the best-selling cookbook "The Inn at Little Washington Cookbook: A Consuming Passion”. Ptwto courtesy at The Inn OUTSTANDING CHEF: Patrick O'Connell was named America’s best byt the James Beard Foundation in New York on May t. #, i . . ...... - *1 Krebser appointed to Planning Commission * ■ ... ' By Gerald Ochs ^ . Rappahannock News Writer Wakefield District Supervisor ' Roger Welch recommended the * appointment of Dr. Werner Krebser to another term on the Planning Commission at the Board of - Supervisors May meeting, despite months of rumors that other candidates were in line for the job. Mr. Welch reported that “The citizens of the Wakefield District would like to reappoint Dr. Krebser, and that’s my recommendation.” The Board agreed, voting unanimously for Dr. Krebser’a appointment. r Positive performance in early SOL test School Superintendent Dr. David Gangel opened his “About Our Schools” report to the Board with more than positive news on SOL testing. He informed the Board that the schools have received preliminary results on the writing section of the Standards of Learning English test, and that the results show a greater than 91 percent pass rate for fifth and eighth grades, and a 75 percent pass rate for eleventh grade students. Full accreditation is granted those schools that have a pass rate on all SOL tests of approximately 70 percent. Dr. Gangel also reported on the School Board’s successful reconciliation of the school budget at a called meeting last Friday. He noted that the School Board agreed on shifting more than $395,000 in proposed capital expenditures from the school budget to the control of the Board of , Supervisors, and effecting some < $315,000 in other reductions, the largest of which was approximately \ $80,000 . in reductions to teacher salary increase^. See BOARD, Page AS School Board reacts to cuts id:i*- i*. .. By Gerald Ochs j Rappahannock New* Writer Four days after having had their budget cut by some $315,000 out of just over $9 million by the Board of Supervisors, the School Board me^ as Chair Wesley Mills said, “to die? ran how to react..." The proposed budget was actually y* just over $9.45 million, but schools Superintendent Dr. David Gangel and the School Board proposed, and the Board of Supervisors agreed, that $395,792 in funding for capital projects be removed from the school butt get and paid for directly by thg County. That left a balance of just over $9 million from which the Board of Supervisors cut some 3.5 percent leaving Rappahannock Count? s. Public Schools with $8,739,229 for FY 2001-2002, or about $340,009 (four percent) more than this year. As a first order of business at lad ,;*r Friday’s budget work session, the School Board asked for public com’ ments that might aid them in the cutting process, and they heard froA .• ft number of residents. * Margaret Lee, President of thft Rappahannock County Education > Association, led off by speaking for. f County teachers and support persorfi » nel. Ms. Lee said that the teacherC i anticipating some cuts in salary ' increases, asked that the School Board, as necessary, cut their salary increases, but maintain the rate df increase for support personnel. * 'l Katherine Treanor agreed, asking % that any necessary pay raise cuts be applied to teachers and administrft* tors, but not to support personnel. * She also spoke in support of International Baccalaureate \ Program and technology program funding. Ron Makela said that * “Without good teachers, we don’t * have anything,” and suggested 1 retaining teacher salary increases and debarring or cutting the larger % .?., r • - ?*■ v - : 8ee BUDGET, Page A$ * -'3;, -u „•

; By Jan Make la * Volunteer Coordinator •f Public School System • The RCES PTO is sponsoring a Buttercup Ball to honor and thank all RCPS staff. This wonderful event, organized by parent Kaye Kohler and her group of energetic volunteers, will be held at the Old School in Washington on Saturday, May 12 from 8-11 p.m. If you are a parent that would like to be a part of this fun evening the charge is $10 per couple. Please call Kaye Kohler at 937-6146 to RSVP, or to offer your assistance, as soon as possible. RCHS teacher Robert Glasker and his Blues Band will provide the entertainment. Many thanks to the PTO for this wonderful gesture. • Did you know that RCES will be offering a Jumpstart Program for preschool children this summer? The program will be open to all students entering JCindergarten in the fall, thanks to generous funding from the Greve School Council. More information will be provided as it becomes available. , • Congratulations to the tjew Junior Panther (Middle School) Soccer Team for winning their very first game last Monday. Cedar Lee Middle School from Fauquier County provided stiff competition, blit our boys maintained a steady push throughout. The teamwork displayed by these young players was a joy to see. We look forward to more exciting matches in the near future. Many thanks to coaches Kenny Rogers and Chris Ramey. • The Sixth Grade students will present the Spring program at RCES this year. The program will be a timeline of sorts focusing on the history of the 20th Century. There will be music, dancing and a radio show. Stay tuned for dates and times. • RCES PE teacher Carol Nowakoski’s students are presently working on their physical fitness tests. Please be sure that your children who have PE dress comfortably and wear appropriate shoes for this activity. Sneakers or running shoes are best because they are lightweight and lace up for a better fit. On DARE/ Field Day, June 1, all children will be involved in a variety of physical activities, as well. It is important that all students wear sunscreen as they will be outside for three hours during the festivities. • RCHS Parents are invited and encouraged to attend the next PAC Meeting on Wednesday, May 16, at noon in the Culinary Arts Room. This will be a Brown Bag Lunch Meeting, so bring something good to eat and prepare to join in the lively conversation. These meetings are basically PTO meetings by nature and chock full of useful information. Please make every effort to attend and bring a friend. If you work, spend your lunch hour with us. You won’t be sorry. • Mrs. Lilo Wolfe’s Sixth Grade students are in the process of creating magical animals and plants as part of a special creative writing activity. The students must describe the characteristics and history of their animal and then “build” it using recycled items and papiermache . The finished projects will be on display later this spring. We will keep you informed as to dates and times. • The School Council is in the final stages of editing goals for our system that will raise the expectations of all of us and create greater pride in our school system. Staff members have had multiple opportunities to offer input and we are almost ready to adopt the finished product. Parents have been selected at random to review these goals and offer input. If you were not contacted and would like to be a part of this process, please call Jan Makela, Council Coordinator, at 9878259. There will be one last Roundtable Discussion at *S' ' '4 FAUQUIER HEARING SERVICES Will donate $5 to the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life or every hearing test done in May CONSIDERING A HEARING TEST? NOW IS THE TINE!! 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RCPS News RCHS on Monday, May 14, at 3:45 p.m. for final discussion before adoption of a finished product. If you would like to attend, please do. Parental, as well as staff, input is crucial to this process. • Saturday Field Trips? Really?!? Because of the reluctance to take time away from classroom instruction prior to SOL testing, many teachers have not been able to take their children on a variety of educational field trips, but the opportun i t i e s a r e i there I and teach ers want their students 1 take advantage of them. Several teachers have expressed interest in this concept, and have begun to plan. Don’t be surprised if you get a flyer from your child’s teacher inviting him/her to participate. • The third round of Hepatitis B shots will be given to Fifth and Sixth Grade students at RCES later this month. The Health Department is not allowed to use a permission slip signed more than one month prior, so you should have received a new one to sign and return. If you have not done so, please call RCPS Nurse Mrs. Linda Torrance before this Friday, May 12 at 987-8259. • We are in the midst of celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week through Friday, May 12. If you have a special teacher that you would like to recognize in some special way, it is not too late! A special heartfelt note of thanks, including specifics, is one of the greatest gifts any teacher can receive. We are fortunate to have wonderful teachers that deserve our respect and gratitude every week of the year! • SOL testing in Grades 3, 5, and 8 will take place May 22-24 and May 30-31. Mark your calendars and be sure that your children are well rested and have eaten a good breakfast before test mg. It is amazing ► what a differe n c e this can make. • Many thanks to RCHS Junior David Massie for the beautiful job of renovating the Outdoor Classroom at RCES. David chose this as his Eagle Scout project for Boy Scouts and the finished product is beautiful. Many volunteers helped David to complete the May is Better Speech and Hearing Month By Debbie Massie Rappahannock News Writer People seldom talk about speech problems, but speech, voice and language disorders are serious, treatable conditions that affect more than 14 million Americans. Since 1927, May has been designated Better Speech and Hearing Month. Speaking comes so naturally for most of us that we take it for granted, however, for someone with a speech and language problem, words do not come easily. 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Speech/language pathologists work in schools, private practice, hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers and other health and educational settings. Anyone who has difficulty speaking or understanding should consult a speech pathologist. A communication disorder is just too important to ignore. work of clearing and rebuilding this wonderful addition to RCES, and we are all grateful. • Parent Volunteer Lorinda Bosch has recently completed the first phase of a Native Plants project near the Outdoor Classroom. With the help of volunteers she has cleared woodland areas, created rock lined walkways and planted a variety of native plants for study by RCES students in the woods behind the school. The Grand Opening of the Outdoor Classroom and the Native Plants Sanctuary was celebrated on Wednesday, May 9. Many thanks for the tremendous effort. • The RCPS Band students have been very busy this year preparing for a variety of spring events. Friday evening, May 18, the Band will perform at the American Cancer Association’s Relay for Life at on the grounds of RCES. • On Sunday, June 10 at 3 p.m. the band students will perform their Spring Concert in the RCHS Auditorium. The public is invited, and we especially hope that our school volunteers will attend. The band will perform on DARE/Field Day on Friday, June 1, as well. Please try to take in at least one of these exciting performances. • Mid-Atlantic Band Camp at Ferrum College will be held July 16-20 for NinthTwelfth Graders, and “mature” rising Eighth Graders. This is the kind of experience students need if our program is to achieve excellence. Interested? Please call Band Director Mrs. Lynne Fournier, or Band Booster President Mrs. Ginger Estes at 987-8575 of more details. • Many thanks to the RCPS School Board for the tremendous effort expended during the recent budget adoption. It is impossible to please everyone, and often it must seem that they are pleasing no one. Frequently important programs have to be reduced or sometimes eliminated, because there just isn’t enough money to go around. We are fortunate to have folks that will serve in these positions in an effort to make the best possible decisions for our county’s students and staff. Take time to say thank you the next time you see your Board representative. • Apologies to Berkley Hobson, winner of the Eva Smith Award in the Fodderstack Run. Berkley is a RCHS graduate, not RCHS student as stated in last week’s paper. We are equally proud of her nonetheless! • RCES Fifth Grade Student Owen Monroe ran his heart out in the Fodderstack Run and placed third in the 13 and under category surpassing his personal goal. Congratulations, and apologies for omitting his name last week. • The days are getting hotter and it is more important than ever that your children dress in cool, loose-fitting, comfortable clothing, and that they drink lots of water. Clear water bottles at school are permissible. The more time your child spends playing outside in the heat, the easier it will be for him or her to adapt to the increasingly hotter temperatures. Have a safe and fun spring. Russo receives awards By Kathie Russo Rappahannock News Writer The United States Achievement Academy announced recently that Allison Russo of Flint Hill, has been named a United States National Award winner in the category of Foreign Language. Allison, who attends Wakefield Country Day School in Huntly, was nominated for the national award by her Latin teacher, John McMahon. The Academy selects winners based on criteria that includes a student’s academic performance, interest and aptitude, leadership qualities, responsibility, enthusiasm, motivation to learn, citizenship, attitude and cooperative spirit. 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The complete text of the proposed Zoning Chapter Amendments is available for inspection at the County Administration & Zoning Office, 290 Gay Street Washington, VA 22747. Further information is available by calling (540) 675-3342. y All interested persons are invited to attend and to make comment on any or all of these amendments or to mail such comments to the County Administration and Zoning Office, PO Box 519, Washington, VA 22747.

SOL writing test aced By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer The Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) writing test came early this year, and so did the good results. As Assistant Superintendent Jack Raines told the School Board at their meeting Tuesday night, all classes taking the writing test had passing grades, and preliminary results showed that the fifth grade had a 91.4 percent pass rate, the eighth grade a 91.7 percent rate, and the eleventh grade a 75 percent rate. In other good news, Rappahannock County Public Schools had two winners at the Virginia School Boards Association Regional Art Contest. Seventh grader Luke Bedortha of Washington was presented with a Certificate of Participation.for his middle school category entry, “Jungle Scene”, and fifth grader Jordan Torrance of Amissville came away with a Third Place ribbon and a Certificate of Participation for his untitled elementary school category entry. Kudos! Yet another round of good news came when Assistant Superintendent Helen Williams announced donations for the month. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Kramer, Margaret Engel, and Butch Zindel all donated computer equipment, and Athletic Director Jon Sim, the donated the sum of $5,000 to the Athletic Department, $2700 of which is to be used to build an athletic equipment shed, and the balance of which is to be used to offset the cost of soccer officials for the coming season and baseball officials for the rest of this season. One final piece of good news was the announcement that RCPS have again been named amongst the top 15 percent of schools in the United States by School Match, a private corporation that provides education-related relocation information to US companies. Effective schools The May meeting featured a presentation on Effective Schools by Dr. Dennis Kellison, an Effective Schools proponent and developer, current Superintendent of Orange County Schools, for Rappahannock Relay for Life almost here By Bette Mahoney Rappahannock News Writer The Rappahannock Relay for Life is just a little more than one week away but its organizers already know that they can claim success. It is not just that they are prepared-and they are that. It is also that there are more than thirty teams of 8 to 15 people signed up to participate in the relay. These teams (and it is not too late to add a team) and their efforts mean that Rappahannock County will again be making a significant financial contribution to the fight against cancer. The Relay will be held at the Rappahannock Elementary School on May 1819. The pre-Relay activities begin with registration and campsite set-up at 5 p.m. A musical prelude played by the Rappahannock County School Band will begin at 6:40 p.m. Welcome ceremonies begin at 7 p.m. The Relay itself will begin after the Survivor’s Ceremony at 7:20 p.m. with the Survivor’s Lap. All cancer survivors are urged to participate in this part of the Relay. Cancer survivors may register with Carolyn Leake at 6352073 or at the event. Following the Survivor’s Lap, walkers from teams continue the Relay throughout the night and other team members enjoy the activities, or sleep, or rest at their camp sites. At dark, the Relay track will be lit by luminaries in honor or memory of both cancer victims and cancer survivors. Luminaries may be purchased for $5 each from Jennifer Manly, RO. Box 608, Flint Hill, VA 22627 or at the event. Tradition requires that Rappahannock County events that last more than one hour must have food. So the Relay features a picnic beginning at 7:30 p.m., a Midnight Madness with Pizza at 12 a.m. and breakfast at 7 a.m. on Saturday. There are no rules against participants bringing snacks to sustain themselves between meals. Cheri Woodward and Ben Atkins will be the Masters of Ceremonies. Various other Rappahannock notables will be appearing throughout the evening including: Pastors Phillip Bailey, Wendell Grant and Jon Heddleston; and Dr. Werner Krebser will give a five minute cancer talk. There will be face painting for kids. Rollerblading and skating will be restricted to between 11 p.m. and 1:30 a.m. and to those on teams and wearing Relay team shirts and helmets and pads. All participants or their parents or legal guardians for children under 18 attending the Relay must register and sign waivers. The waivers release the Relay’s organizers from claims arising from participation in the event and permit the use of names and photographs. Safety rules require that a responsible adult supervise children under 18. Access on the school grounds will be limited to specific areas. On Saturday morning, a closing ceremony will be held at 8 a.m. and teams that met their fund raising goals as well as those top fund-raising teams will be recognized. There are no losers in the Relay for Life. It is a relay without a finish line-until we find a cure for cancer. A good way to join in the fight against cancer is to join or sponsor a team or generously contribute to a team. For further information about being a team captain, serving on a team, sponsoring a team, or about the event, contact Ben Atkins at 635-2377 or Bette Mahoney at 675-3446. mer Superintendent of Clark County Schools, and prospective Superintendent of Winchester City Schools. Superintendent Dr. David Gangel introduced the topic and the speaker, noting that the School Council has been moving toward the Effective Schools model for the past three years. Dr. Kellison said that Effective Schools research has been conducted for thirty years, and he defined Effective Schools not as a program, but as a set of beliefs and values that schools work if a commitment is made and that all children can learn. Effective Schools, he said, establishes a new learning paradigm that .is based upon time put in to learning, opportunity created for learning, and effort or the motivation both of the learner and the teacher. Effective Schools, Dr. Kellison noted, provide a safe (both physically and psychologically) and orderly environment, a climate of high expec tations, instructional leadership, a clear and focused mission, opportunity to learn, frequent monitoring of student success, and home-school relations. He concluded that the efficacy of Effective Schools is based upon the volume of research conducted, the strong belief that learning is for all, and the focus on mission. Success plan for RCHS RCHS biology teacher Patti Waddell and English teacher Angela Boubouheropoulos of the RCHS Academic Committee presented the “Plan for Success of the Rappahannock County High School,” the result of two years of work by the committee. This proposed policy, unanimously approved at the faculty meeting of May 2, establishes mastery learning as an acceptable instructional strategy and outlines the methodology to be used to See SCHOOL, Page A8 Democrats discuss local issues, primary At its monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 1 the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee dealt with a packed agenda which included discussions on its Relay for Life team, the recent Redistricting and its impact on Rappahannock, the consideration of several resolutions, progress reports on the campaign to contact all registered voters in Rappahannock, and the upcoming Democratic Primary. The Rappahannock Democrats have once again formed a team to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Each team member has pledged to raise one hundred dollars and to walk during the evening at the Relay for Life team event held at the Rappahannock County Elementary School starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 18. Anyone interested in helping the team reach its $1,000 goal or who would like to walk through some part of the night should contact Hank Gorfein 6753515 or Kate Gagnon 6752056. A good part of the meeting was spent on the upcoming Democratic Primary which will be held on Tuesday, June 12. In an effort to get out the vote for the Primary, the Committee decided to sponsor a “Teach-In” to take place on Tuesday, June 5, at 7:30 at the Library. The “Teach-In” will focus on the seven Democratic candidates who are competing for the offices of Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General. All seven candidates will be invited. For more information on the candidates and the “TeachIn” visit the Rappahannock Democrat’s web site: www.RappDems.org. More information will also be in next week’s Rappahannock News. The next meeting of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee will be Tuesday, June 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Library. Meetings are always open to the public and all are welcomed warmly. For information contact Meredith Gorfein 675-3515 or gorfein@infi.net. Breeden's at JStfwm-tnf • for /Hotk+rV Phy • Hanging Baskets • Herbs • Perennials • Houseplants • Planting Supplies Flowering & Vegetable Bedding Plants _89^/pack_ Make sure to visit our shop featuring silk arrangements & gifts. 540-923-4381 Directions; From Sperryville, take Rt 231 S. for 12 miles, turn left on M2, go 15 miles. Plant House Wd*' Hours: 6 p.m. Daily Thursday. May 10 OPEN MIC Hotted by Stevte 'Cottar- Sparks Friday. May 11 || Dontaz Jazz Band | Saturday. May 12 i Lova Wrack ! HOURS: Now opan on Tha.. I Frt.. Sat A Son. 530 to doso J Family Dining & Finn Musk 1 540-987-3162 www.blu«mooncaf«.caai J WINNER: Anna Victoria Owens won “Little Miss Rappahannotic 2001” at the annual Miss Rappahannock pageant on Saturday, April 28. The annual event is sponsored by the Sperryvilte Volunteer Rescue Squad and was held at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. Anna was sponsored by Big Beair Ice Cream and Grill of Sperryvilte. Crowning Anna is Crist©! Porter of Woodville, who puts in countless hours each year \p make the pageant successful. Culpeper author to speak May 15 Virginia Morton, author of the Civil War novel, Marching Through Culpeper, will speak to the Blue Ridge Civil War Round Table meeting on Tuesday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Sperryville Bookshop. Her topic will be “Confederate General A.R Hill and the Bristoe Campaign.” Hill, a native of Culpeper, rose to rank of Major General in Gen. Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia, and commanded one of Lee’s three corps. His record as a hardfighting general was tarnished in the Bristoe Campaign, however, when his hasty attack at Bristoe Station in October 1863 resulted in heavy Confederate losses. Mrs. Morton has done extensive research on the Civil War in Culpeper County, which formed the basis for her recent novel. The meeting is open to the public, but non-members of the Round Table should call 987-8444 to reserve space. The book shop is on historic Main Street in the village of Sperryville, across from the post office. RESPECT THE EARTH RECYCLE V<£ McmtainAr (540) 675-3707 Azaleas, Hosta & Daylilies Last weekend for retail sales Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-5 if (ease caff to arrange visits after this weekend) from ‘Rj. 211, taRf Rj. 626 (Tiger Valley Rpad] South at Washington for 3 mites._ At stop sign, turn right onto Long Mountain •Rpad and travel 1/3 mile to entrant:i r Visit our web site for pictures and more: WWW.k>ngmOUntainnursery.COffl » • r R.H. Ballard 1 Fine Art, Ltd. announces the opening of BALLARD ART & RUGS located on Historic Main Street Sperryville, VA (540) 987-1080 FEATURING Large Selection of Unique Handmade Rugs & Master Prints, Paintings, Sculpture Be sure to visit our other Gallery in Washington, VA (540) 675-1411 E1ARLY PE.ONILS AND IRIS Also: Mother s Day Gifts (jift (Certificates I-langing £)a sleets Patio Water Gardens 5luc Rag (jardens Route 2}l, between franco & Madison 12 miles south of ^Sperryvttte ¥ Dr. Dale Schusterman announces the closure of Rappahannock Chiropractic Services, Ltd. on June 1, 2001. The office will reopen in Northern Virginia in several months. 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Bull Run District Spring Sports Boys soccer standings Team W-L-T Rappahannock Co. 7-1-1 Brentsville 7-1-1 Madison County 7-3 George Mason 5-4 Clarke County 3-5 Strasburg 2-8 Manassas Park 0-9 Varsity softball standings Team W-L Manassas Park 9-0 Brentsville 6-2 Rappahannock Co. 5-2 Madison County 6-4 Strasburg 3-7 Clarke County 2-7 George Mason 0-9 Girls soccer standings Team W-L-T Brentsville 7-0 George Mason 6-1-1 Rappahannock Co. 4-3 Madison County 2-4-2 Clarke County 1-4-1 Manassas Park 0-8 Strasburg - no girls team Varsity baseball standings Team W-L Strasburg 9-1 Clarke County 7-2 Manassas Park 6-3 Madison County 4-6 George Mason 3-6 Brentsville 2-6 Rappahannock Co. 0-7 Historical Fire Society to host show at Faith Mountain On Saturday, May 19, Faith Mountain Retail Store plays host to the Old Dominion Historical Fire Society. The fun begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, when members arrive with their vintage fire engines and fire-fighting apparatus displayed on the Common in front of the store, located at the intersection of US 211 and Route 522 in Sperryville. The festivities will conclude with a parade out of town at about 3 p.m. Members will be happy to share the history and restora $149,900 On Your Lot Complete!’ • 9 foot first floor walls • Four bedrooms, 2.5 baths • Large master suite with master bath • Deluxe kitchen •Two car garage (shown with optional end load) • Full basement • Family room with fireplace • Over 2,400 square feet ...and the list goes on! Ask about our instant equity. ’Site work and utilities not included 100% construction financing available. Call to receive a package describing our range of services. 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Bob Dennis to speak at Library The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) has invited Rappahannock resident Bob Dennis to explore the topic of conservation easements at the Friday Library Series on May 11 at 8 p.m. The public is invited. Postal carriers will collect food on Saturday You can help stamp out hunger by joining the annual food drive with local postal workers. The National Association of Letter Carriers, United States Postal Service Workers will join with postal workers across the country to collect food to help stamp out hunger on Saturday, May 12. Food collected locally will go to help feed people in our area throughout the year. The program in Rappahannock is sponsored in part by the Rappahannock Social Services. The post offices participating will be Boston, Castleton, Woodville, Sperryville, and Washington. Everyone can help by leaving non-perishable items for their carrier in bags, in or on your mailbox. 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The meeting is open to all with residents of AmissviUe, including Culpeper and Jackson District, particularly invited to express their views. The meeting will be at the AmissviUe United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 10. Beauty pageant contestants needed Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department is in search of contestants for their upcoming beauty pageant, which is scheduled for Sunday, May 20 at 2 p.m. at Ressie Jeffries School, located on Criser Road in Front Royal. There is a $25 entry fee and ages are newborn through 21 years of age. For information call Karen Williams at 635-4673; Norma Settle at 635-5180 or Wendy Williams at 635-6392. Republicans plan annual dinner The fourth annual Reagan Day dinner hosted by the Rappahannock County Republican Committee will be held on Saturday, May 12 at the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Hall beginning at 6:30 p.m. The dinner is served potluck-style and free to the public. Tickets are required in advance and may be ordered by calling Water or Susan Longyear at 675-3679. Linda Chavez will speak at the dinner. Also planning to attend is Delegate Allen Louderback, member of the Virginia House of Delegates representing the 15th district. Pursuant to redistricting mandated by the national census of 2000 and carried out by the General Assembly this year, the 15th district is now comprised of the counties of Shenandoah, Page and Rappahannock and the Swift Run area of Rockingham County. Art and craft vendors sought for Civil War Days Local artists and crafts people interested in showing and selling their works are invited to participate in Sperryville Civil War Days, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 2-3, along Main Street in the historic village of Sperryville. The weekend is an annual commemoration of the events of 1861-65, which had profound affects on life in Rappahannock County and all of Virginia. Events will include Civil War encampments and demonstrations by uniformed re-enactors, performance of music of the period by local musicians, book signing and discussions by Civil War historians and novelists, and displays of arts and crafts. Local artisans who would like to set up displays or vendor booths for the event are invited to call Suzanne Zylonis of Blue Ridge Artisans at 987-1000. Local non-profit organizations are also welcome to participate in the event to publicize their programs or recruit new members. Non-profits interested in participating should call Jim'Gannon at the Old Sperryville Bookshop at 987-8444. Space will be allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis.

This week in sports By Jon W. Smyth e Athletic Director There were no record setting performances this week by Panther athletes, but the team action remained hot and heavy. On Tuesday, May 1 the boys’ soccer team traveled to George Mason to seek revenge on the only team to beat them this year. By the end of the week, with some help from the Madison Mountaineers, who knocked off the Brentsville Tigers, our boys’ soccer team saw themselves elevated to first-place in the District, with a chance to control their own destiny in the playoffs. The girls’ varsity softball team also remained in the thick of the hunt for high seeding during the playoffs. They played a pair, and won a pair to keep pace with the second place, Lady Tigers of Brentsville. The baseball teams are still struggling and the track team moves closer to the District Tournament with a chance for some young “hotshots” to show their stuff. Softball It wasn’t always pretty this past week, but when it was over the Varsity Lady Panthers had won decisively two more Bull Run District contests. On Tuesday, May 1 the RCHS Iham traveled to George Mason to play the winless, Lady Mustangs. Junior Gwen Johnson pitched for the Panthers and shut the George Mason squad down with only ene hit during the slaughterrule shortened, 6-inning game. Johnson also collected the first team home run of the season - a solid shot that cleared the left fielders’ head. Freshman Ryisha Cook called up from the JV squad to fill a fcap in the outfield, had a fine night going three for five at the dish with two RBI’s and two stolen bases. When the game ended the Rapp squad had pretty much dismantled the Lady Mustangs by the score of 17-1. The JV was at home applying the same recipe to the visiting JV Lady Mustangs. The Panther girls manhandled their guests and the game was called after three innings with the Rapp squad on top 16-0. Wednesday, May 2, the JV girls had a make-up game here when they hosted the visiting JV girls from Manassas Park. Freshman Brittany Thornhill got her first start, since coming off injured reserve following orthoscopic surgery to her left knee. After falling behind 6-0, the JV Panthers fought back, took the lead, and let Freshman Ace, Lara Kreyling close the door and secure the victory. On Friday, May 4 the girls got set to battle the Lady Rams of Strasburg. The varsity played home and sophomore Ace, Rachel Sharp got the start. She gave up three hits over five innings and stepped aside for junior Gwen Johnson, who came in to mop up the last two. Some shaky fielding in the second and fifth innings, gave the Lady Rams three unearned runs, but the contest was never in doubt. The Lady Panthers collected 11 hits off two Strasburg pitchers and had the ball in play all night, striking out only twice. The game ended with another Panther victory 7-3. The JV squad traveled to Strasburg to play a tough, second place JV Lady Ram team. It was a great game and went into the 7th inning with the JV Panthers on top 4-2. Some Strasburg hits, some Rapp errors and the lead vanished - the JV girls had just lost their first District game 5-4. Now both teams are 6 and 1 and seemed destined to run into one another in the JV District Championship game on May 23. Baseball On Tuesday, May 1 the Panther varsity traveled to George Mason hoping to earn their first victory of the season over the winless Mustangs. But, it was not to be on this night. Senior Mark Wharton started for the Panthers and pitched well for a couple of innings before the defense collapsed with four infield errors in the third inning. The Mustangs gained an 8-3 lead by the middle of the game and held on to win by the same score. The JV Panther played at home against the JV squad from George Mason. Freshman Josh Werner threw 3 and 2/3 innings and sophomore Ryan Brown threw 1 and 1/3. The JV Mustangs had their hitting shoes on and hit the ball hard, collecting nine hits over the five inning game. The JV Panthers had five hits spread out and never really got anything going. They lost to the JV squad from GM by the score of 12-1. On Wednesday, May 2 the Junior Varsity team had to make-up a rained out game here at home with the JV team from Manassas Park. Sophomore Noah Starks got the nod for Coach Tupper’s squad and he promptly responded by pitching a 5-inning no-hitter. Mixing curves and fastballs, he kept the JV Cougars off balance at the plate. The Panther defense sensed the effort and responded with solid defense behind their young Ace. Starks finished the game with four strikeouts and the JV Panthers picked up their third Bull Run District win against five losses with the 16-0 victory. On Friday, May 4 the Varsity squared off at home against the District leading, Strasburg Rams. Head Coach Donn Hackney started junior Jamie Keys to see if the hard throwing, right hander could tame the Strasburg bats. The boys from the valley showed why they’re occupying the number one spot in the Bull Run District. The Rams hit everything Keys threw at them for three innings. He was replaced by Wharton, but with the same result. Junior Jeff Ritenour’s play in the outfield was superb, but outfield defense wouldn’t decide this game. When the fifth inning ended, the Rams were leaving town with a 16-3 victory and the Panthers had just lost their 10th consecutive game. The JV squad had traveled to Strasburg that same day to finish their home and away series with the JV Rams. The Straburg JV Baseball team also occupies first place in the junior varsity ranks, so the Panthers had their work cut out for them. Track The track teams traveled to Upcoming athletic events ' Date Location Event Time May 9 Away Track Teams at George 4 p.m. Mason High School , 1 ’ May 11 Home Varsity Baseball and ^ 5 p.m. Varsity Softball vs Clarke County , May 11 Away JV Baseball and 5 p.m. JV Softball at Clarke County May 11 Home Soccer Teams vs Clarke County 1st Game - Girls 4:30 p.m. 2nd Game - Boys . 6 p.m. May 14 Home Varsity Baseball and 5 p.m. Varsity Softball vs Brentsville May 14 • Away JV Baseball and 5 p.m. I JV Softball at Brentsville g* * May 15 Away Varsity Baseball and7 p.m. ’ Varsity Softball at Madison h * May 15 Home JV Baseball and * 5 p.m. JV Softball vs Madison ft r May 15 Away Soccer Teams at Madison 1st Game - Girls - /. ' *5 p.m. t 2nd Game - Boys '. 7 p.m. , * May 16 Away Track District *V'*v. Tournament at Brentsville V ^ ^ » * May 18 Home -' Varsity Baseball and. * * 5 pm. Varsity Softball vs George Mason May 18 Away JV Softball at 5 p.m. . George Mason '^-h; ’ ‘ i * <■, ^ \ Photo courtesy of David Clanagan SOFTBALL’S Dynamic Duo — Sharp and Johnson Madison on Wednesday, May 2 for a Dual Meet with the Madison County Mountaineers. It was tough competition and the Panther teams saw what a real track program could produce. The bottom line is our track teams may offer some individuals opportunities to compete in track, but our program has a long way to go to be considered competitive with the rest of the Bull Run District. Neither boys or girl track teams could muster over 10 team points overall, as the Madison teams scored over 100 points - it was completely one-sided throughout the contest. Several of our competitive individuals did not compete and this had a major impact on our point getting capability. Sophomore Zach Bridgeman and junior Phillip Thomas were hurt - Bridgeman not running at all. Freshman Ryisha Cook has been called up to the varsity softball team to fill a void in the outfield and she has been balancing her time between softball and track. She elected not to run in the meet at Madison. Some performances at Madison that deserve recognition were the throwing efforts of senior BJ Christian in the field events. His 40’5” throw of the shot and 117’4” toss of the discus were good enough for first place at the meet. The discus throw was only 2” short of the Rappahannock High School Record that is almost 20 old. Thomas, still plagued by a nag ging bone bruise to his thigh muscle sustained during the basketball season, insisted on running anyway and came in first place in the 1600meter run with a time of 4 minutes and 49 seconds. The Girls’ team was hurt by the absence of freshman Ryisha Cook. The Nawrocki sisters, junior Jessica and 8th grader Mattie, continue to place in multiple events. Young high jumper Anna Kreyling continues to soar over the bar around the 5’ mark, letting everyone know that next year her scores and performance will count in varsity matches. Her leap of 4T0” was again the best in the meet, but her 8th grade status prevents her from placing in varsity competitions. Soccer The Rappahannock County High School soccer teams started the week battling for a shot at the league leading Mustangs. They traveled to George Mason on Tuesday, May 1 for the return matches, having lost here to the Mustangs on April 6. The weather was hot and humid and seemed to really effect the Lady Panthers. In the first half, the ladies gave a flat, listless performance that most of them would probably like to forget. The second half was somewhat better with the ladies threatening the Lady Mustang goal several times. In the hot, oppressive heat, the contest ground to a disappointing end, and it was the Lady Hot weekend for youth soccer By Nanette Hogan Rappahannock News Writer Rappahannock Youth Soccer League played its fourth weekend, Saturday, May 5. U-8 “Slime Time,” sponsored by White Oak Veterinary, played Madison’s Tom Crouthamel’s team, on RCES field. “Slime Time” played hard with a total of ten players, as an enthusiastic crowd cheered on both U-8’s including Coach Oyster’s “Green Dragons” as they had thrilling weekend matches against Madison teams. The U-10 girls team, sponsored by Better Homes Realty, tied with Culpeper Emerald Hills with the score ending at 1-1 and Marcella Wallace making the goal. Despite hot weather and lack of substitutes, Mr. Nicks U-lO’s, sponsored by John Debergh, were defeated 4-3. Goals were scored by Brian Shafron (2 goals) and Greg Flournoy (1 goal). Rapp 2 U-10 “Demons” played on a hot,steamy field in Madison but many goals were scored and the Demons have a bright future as they are into their second half of season. Demon goals were scored by Jacob Racer (1 goal), Dane Wellemeyer (1 goal) and Dean Hogan (2 goals). Final score: Demons • 4 Madison - 5. The U-12 “Firebirds” played at home and took on Orange 3 at RCHS. They scored first and early and played their best game this season. Orange was able to overcome the pressure from the Firebirds and get their own game going. Orange tied the game and went one up before the half. The second half was just as exciting to watch as the first and the fans from both sides were cheering continuously. Orange was able to score twice more and although the Firebirds has some very hard drives, Orange held off the goals. Final score Firebirds - 1 Orange - 4. Coach Pendleton said, “after the match, this team (Orange 3) was the toughest they had played this season and was very pleased with the play of his team.the score certainly did not reflect how great a game this was!” Go Go Go Firebirds! Our U-14 boys defeated Madison Wrangler during a 1:30 game at Madison with score ending at 5 - 1. Coach Lee would like to extend a big thank you to team player Andrew Treanor, for contributing to the first half of season, and is unable to play the second half, due to a past arm injury. We know you’ll be cheering your team, Andrew! The U-14 Girls, “Lightning Bolts,” sponsored by Sunnyside Farm, defeated Madison on our RCHS field in a group effort win with final score of RCHS - 2 Madison - 1. Mustangs 4 and Ladv Panthers 0. The George Mason boys’ team is the current state champion and the only team that has beaten the 7-1-1 Panthers this year. The Rapp guys took it to them early with a talley in the first nine minutes of play. This was a very physical game with six yellow cards issued throughout the game. The Mustangs tied it up early in the second half, but junior Ralph Pace put the game away with a blistering shot with fifteen minutes to go for a 2-T win. On Friday, May 4 with the ladies off, the Rapp men hosted the Strasburg Rams. Strasburg had some early success by trying to counter attack out of a low pressure defense. Sophomore Tbny Starks got the fun started with his first high school goal, and after that it was all Rappahannock. With a relatively healthy, junior sweeper. Mike Fairbrother anchoring the defense, the Panthers sent people forward with impunity. Senior goal keep, Colin Treanor was spelled in goal and ended up scoring himself with a nice shot to further boost the Panther morale. Dutch exchange senior, Daan Riemeijer also picked up his eleventh goal during the contest and continues to lead the Panthers in scoring this year. The Panthers have now outscored their Bull Run opposition this year 30-11 The new Jr. Panthers Soccer Team (made up of’6th. 7th and 8th grade boys) kicked off the first ever game, and their first season game on Monday, April .30 with an impressive win over Cedar Lee Middle School. The Jr. Panthers started slowly against the Trojans giving up a goal in the opening moments of play. The Panther defense, centered around 8th grader Dustin Torrence, settled quickly and began doing its' job - shutting down the Cedar Lee team and serving balls to an attacking offense. The Trojans, whose average height appeared to be about a foot taller than the Rappahannock Junior Panthers, were soon back on their heels. Play remained on the Cedar Lee defensive side of the field for much of the game. The much smaller Jr. Panthers played a smart, simple possession game that was too much for the Trojans. The quick, skilled play of the JP’s delighted the hometown fans and Head Coach Kenny Rodgers. After tying the score, then pulling ahead by first one, and then two goals, the Jr. Panthers never let Cedar Lee back in the game. When it was over the crowd had been treated to a 3-1 opening game victory and an impressive effort by the young squad. Junior Panther goals were scored by 6th grader Carlos Flores, 7th grader Alex Ramey and 8th grader James Jackson. The boys play a return contest at Cedar Lee on Monday, May 7. Kori Alexander Sports: Cross Country, Volleyball and Soccer Class in school: Sophomore Most memorable high school sports moment: Last year during the end of the soccer season, we made the playoffs and played a team in the valley. I think it was the Riverheads or something like that. All but two or three of our starters went away on a spring trip. Our chances for success didn’t look good. We all rallied and played a great game and won. I think the score was 6-0. It was awesome! Favorite food: Eggplant Parmesan Favorite book: The Cider House Rules by John Irving Favorite TV show: Friends Favorite movie: Velvet Goldmine Favorite music: Everything except Country Graduation ambition: When I graduate, I want to go to college. I’m not exactly sure where that will be yet. At this time, I think I want to study or major in journalism or something in the field of medical. What I like most about RCHS: I like it because it’s small and I know everyone. It seems like we’re all friends. Daughter of: Stefan and Karen Alexander of Flint Hill Sister: Summer, 18 years old How long is NursesWeek? Around here, it’s about 5400 hours. Nurses Week - May 6-12, 2001. That’s only seven days, but during Nurses Week at Culpeper Regional Hospital, our nursing staff will spend more than 5,400 hours caring for the needs of our patients. Whether it’s a long hospital stay or the simplest of outpatient procedures, our nurses are there for our patients 24 hours a day. Maybe we're biased, but we think we have the most talented and dedicated nursing staff around. We celebrate them. We appreciate them. Culpeper Regional Hospital S3 Promoting health. Proaening community. (540) 829-4114 wiww.culpeperhospital.com

-ftappaftannock Jgetoa— 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: RappNewsGtimespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.timescommunity.com WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 2001 Our View Remember Mom Flowers, cards, gifts or just a simple, I love you is adequate This upcoming Sunday, May 13 is Mother’s Day. It has been said, “Don’t ever underestimate the importance of being a mother. That will be the most important job you will ever have in your life.” In today’s world, where careers are so important to women, it’s hard to believe that a statement such as the one above is true until you experience motherhood. It is a tremendous responsibility and with our busy and hectic lifestyles we are reminded daily that being a mother is indeed the most important job we will ever have. Many mothers spend- countless hours as chauffeurs, coaches, leaders, chaperones, volunteers and the list goes on to supply our children with the ability to participate in extra activities. We salute every woman who holds down dozens of jobs on a daily or weekly basis to ensure our children has the sort of lifestyle we want them to have. There’s not a greater responsibility than to laugh with them when they are happy and comfort them when they are sad. We are the ones they will learn to trust and love and what we do will make them responsible adults. Flowers, cards and gifts are all wonderful tokens of appreciation on this day, however, most moms would be just as happy with three simple words, I love you. So to mothers everywhere, we salute you and firmly believe it is the most important job any of us will ever hold. Happy Mother’s Day! Rappahannock Today Photo/Rappahannock News File Photo It’s Relay time in Rappahannock. The annual event will be held at the Rappahannock Elementary School on May 18-19. The pre-Relay activities begin with registration and campsite set-up at 5 p.m. A musical prelude played by the Rappahannock County School Band will begin at 6:40 p.m. Welcome ceremonies begin at 7 p.m. The Relay itself will begin after the Survivor’s Ceremony at 7:20 p.m. with the Survivor’s Lap. Letter Suggestion offered to Supervisors I am in support of funding the public school budget as proposed by the School Board. I value education and children as a future resource and I am willing to put my money where my values are and pay higher taxes in order to fund this budget. I also believe it’s time to begin looking to sources of revenue other than property taxes and in an effort to brainstorm this possibility, I offer the following suggestion to our Board of Supervisors. I know this is not a new idea and I think it bears repeating. It would seem to be money well spent for the county to hire a part time grant writer whose job description would be to seek and secure funds for our public school system and parks and recreation programs. The county employee might earn a modest base pay and additionally be rewarded with commissions that are directly related to the amount of money secured for the county. I frequently come across grants and awards available to commu nities and schools and notice many of our neighbors on the lists of recipients. Rappahannock County needs to be on these recipient lists as well and at the same time, we will end our dependence on property taxes for school funding. Lorinda Bosch Huntly Letters to the Editor We welcome your opinions and comments. Letters must be exclusive to the Rappahannock News, must be signed and include the writer’s telephone number and home address which can be verified (not for publication). Due to space limitations, published letters are subject to abridgment for length, accuracy and clarity. For the best chance of publication, letters should be 250 words or less. Longer letters from those with special experience on a current issue may be published as a guest column (with your photo). While unable to acknowledge letters, we appreciate your views towards the newspaper’s editorial values. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor, Rappahannock News and submitted via U.S. Mail, Fax (675-3088) or by e-mail (bwayland@timespapers.com). Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO May 11, 1961 On Thursday, April 27, 1961, Judi North represented Rappahannock County High School in the Apple Pie Baking Contest held in Winchester in connection with the Apple Blossom Festival. Judi had previously won the local contest. She was accompanied to Winchester by Mrs. Glenna Bennett, Rappahannock’s FHA advisor and home economics teacher. Judi placed fourth in the bake-off in which nine other schools were represented. At the Sperryville Elementary School May Day Celebration, Carolyn Johnston was crowed Queen. Other court attendants were Diane Nethers, Helen Fincham, Cary Carr, Frank Coffey, Rhona Brown, Alice Pullen, Juanita Atkins, Ann Deal and Linda Jenkins. Rebecca Rector was Maid of Honor. Bill Mundy was King and Tommy Sisk was Prince. At an announced meeting of the Board of Supervisors held Wednesday at the courthouse in Washington, the proposed budget was approved with a 25 cent tax levy increase. Only a few Rappahannock residents were present for the meeting, those being mostly interested in school funds. Leggett’s in Culpeper was advertising the best gifts for your Mother’s Day giving. Items included gift hankies from 19 cents to 1; beautiful handbags from $1 to $4.99 and summer dresses from $5.99 to $17.99. 20 YEARS AGO May 7, 1981 Honor graduates at RCHS in the class of 1981 are Judith Bloomer, valedictorian; Jennifer Raney, salutatorian; Belinda Burke and Sharon Settle, in third and fourth standing, respectively. Commencement is scheduled for June 5. In special recognition of her work in cancer education with Rappahannock, Darlene Jett Green was honored at a surprise ceremony held last Friday at the Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill. Presentation of a plaque by Warren Goode of New Market shared the spotlight, however, an unrehearsed skit put on by Mrs. Carrie Price and other members of Macedonia’s Voices of Inspiration was enjoyed by all. Representatives from Extension Homemakers Clubs of Amissville, Woodville and Flint Hill planted three pin oak trees at the Rappahannock Recreation Association’s community center just outside of Washington. The tree planting coincides with National Extension Homemakers Week, May 3-9. Diane Bruce accepted the contribution on behalf of the RRA at ceremonies on Tuesday. The Washington Fire Company siren has been moved from the former firehouse to the newly acquired town hall. The combined efforts of Mayor Newbill Miller, Potomac Edison servicemen, electrician Thurmon Whorton, fire personnel Steve Critzer and others were responsible for the move. 10 YEARS AGO May 9, 1991 The Board of Supervisors approved the school budget as presented and decided to advertise the county budget at the current real estate tax rate of 77 cents per hundred. David R. Batchelder has joined his father, Roger Batchelder, in the real estate business. David, a builder for 10 years, successfully completed a 60-hour real estate course at Lord Fairfax-Germanna College in Warrenton. Rappahannock County High School science teacher Brion Patterson was selected as the Christa McAuliffe Fellow for Virginia, Lamar Alexander, Secretary of Education announced last month. The fellowship program, honors teacherastronaut Christa McAuliffe, who died in 1986 in the space shuttle Challenger. Mr. Patterson’s $33,000 fellowship will be used to teach keyboarding and other computer skills to 64 rising sixth through ninth graders during a two-week “Break through Summer” in 1992. COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAYLAND "hoto courtesy of John R DeBergh OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Washington High School 1935, runner up for State Champion, beaten bv Edinburg. Front row, left to right, Jack DeBergh, Harold Curtis, Bob Cook, Jimmy DeBerqh and Randall Partlow. Second row, Mr. Archie Compton, Teacher-Coach, J.E. Keyser, Huck Dennis and Manager Charles Wood. Back row, Burrell Luttrell and Principal Mr. Milton C. Hollingsworth

From Dirt Roads to Lee Highway By Don Audette Rappahannock News Writer Rappahannock County in 1900-1919 was participating in a nation-wide effort to get the United States “out of the mud.” Local and county governments had spent over 100 years in road building, with little to show for it. Now, state governments and the federal government were under increasing pressure to do something about it, but local rights and state rights caused states and the federal government to take a slow, judicious approach. At the national level, an Office of Road Inquiry (ORI) was formed in 1893 within the U.S. Department of Agriculture, but it stuck to investigative and educational matters, building short stretches of “object-lesson” roads in certain towns and fcities, sending out “Good Roads Trains” with l/12thsized sample road sections, and supervising various road conventions. A Virginia State Highway Commission, created in 1906, used a similar hands-off approach. If counties Wanted help, engineers were available to provide information and advice. The initiative had to come from the local level. Advancing the cause of more federal and state action was the “Good Roads” movement sweeping the country. National organizations, such as the American Road Builders’ Association, the American Automobile Association, and the American Highways Association, increasingly advocated “trunk” roads and national highways - roads that ran from coast-to-coast, from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico, or between population centers. In Virginia, the “Good Roads” movement saw the formation of the Virginia Good Roads Association and the Virginia Road Builders’ Association. Similar groups appeared at the county, magisterial, and town level. Near to Rappahannock County, there was a “Good Roads Association” in Warren, Fauquier, and Culpeper counties. The Virginia governor even proclaimed a “Good Roads Day,” to be celebrated in all of the schools. Children were assembled to hear his proclamation read to them, participate in debates on road issues, hear talks on road matters, and take the “good roads” word home to their parents. Our board of supervisors became involved in the “Good Roads” movement when board members attended the fifth annual Virginia Road Builders’Association meeting in Richmond, in January 1916. They listened to three days of talks on road matters. They heard Virginia Governor Stuart and Senator Harry Flood Byrd of Winchester oppose the centralization of road building activities, as advocated by State Highway Commissioner, George P. Coleman. The Governor and the Senator wanted local and county officials to run things, but the State Highway Commissioner’s proposal won over the delegates. Rappahannock County gained some visibility at the conference when William G. Wood, of the Piedmont District, stood up and offered a vote of thanks to State Highway Commissioner Coleman. This was “vigorously and loudly voted by the convention.” As the sessions closed, Hampton District’s Wade H. Massie was elected to the executive committee of the Virginia Road Builder’s Association. A few years later, Massie was to rise further, being appointed to the State Highway Commission, serving for 20 years. When money from the 1916 Federal Aid Road Act became available for state use, some rules had to be followed. For instance, Virginia had to have a State highway system, but, unfortunately, it lacked one. To help map out the state roads, the Rappahannock County board of supervisors prepared a resolution in February 1917, favoring an “improvement by use of federal, state, and county funds of a road from Winchester by way of Boyce, Front Royal, Washington, Culpeper, Madison County, Orange, Louisa, and beyond...using such federal aid as can be secured under the recent Act of Congress.” Our board said the road would benefit the people of northern and eastern Virginia and provide a road from the Shenandoah Valley to Richmond. This resolution was not only sent to the Virginia State Highway Commissioner, but also to the chairmen of the boards of supervisors in all of the above-noted counties, urging they pass similar resolutions. A year later, by an act approved on Jan. 31, 1918, the Virginia General Assembly sanctioned a State highway system made up of 28 roads. Number 7 on the list was a road passing through Rappahannock County. It partially matched what the board of supervisors wished. This State road began at the West Virginia line and ran through Winchester, Front Royal, Washington, Va., to Culpeper. But, instead of continuing south through Louisa County toward Richmond, the State ran the road eastward to the Chesapeake Bay. It proceeded to Fredericksburg, then ended at a town called Reedville. With a 28-road State highway system established, Virginia requested each county to map out its own County highway system. On Feb. 6, 1919, our board of supervisors named seven roads, all tributary to the north-south, macadamized “State road.” The roads ran from: a point near Flint Hill to the Culpeper County line via Amissville; Flint Hill to the Culpeper County line via the Richmond Road; Sperryville to the Page County line; a point south of Sperryville to the Culpeper County line via Hawlin and Slate Mills, known as F.T. Road; Flint Hill to Rock Ford; Mt. Lebanon Church south of Woodville to Amissville via Laural Mills and Viewtown; and the road from Hawlin to Woodville. On Nov. 24, 1919, just before State road construction projects for 1920-1921 were to be selected, a road meeting was held in Sperryville. • The State Highway Commissioner, Coleman, himself attended. Influential men from Orange, Culpeper, and especially Rappahannock County attended, including Rappahannock’s board member Wade H. Massie (Hampton District), and Henry A. Brown (Hawthorne District and Chairman). They requested a change in a macadamized State road planned to run from Orange to Madison to Stanley and Luray in Page County. They wanted the road to run from Orange to Madison, then up F.T. Valley to Sperryville, and thence to Luray. A little over two weeks later, Wade H. Massie, as noted in a Richmond Times Dispatch article, was Chairman of the State Highway Commission, a very influential position, and the Commission was holding public hearings on the road projects for 1920-1921. On Jan. 9, 1920, the Commission recommended, among other things, the Orange to Madison to Sperryville to Luray route. Rappahannock was to get its second State road. Next time: The farmers versus the wealthy. Revamped RFA holds spring meeting By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer A reformulated Rappahannock Farmers Association (RFA) held its first spring meeting at the McNear farm in Gid Brown Hollow on April 29. Thirty members and prospective members socialized, were treated to refreshments, and • were informed about a number of issues germane to farms and farming in the County. It appears as though the “new” RFA will focus more upon fulfilling member needs and less upon Board activities—the organization has planned quarterly meetings at members’ farms for the full membership, and the meetings will generally involve discussions and dissemination of information of interest to farmers and prospective farmers. ! At the first meeting in ;this format, RFA President ■ Dick McNear spoke about the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) of which he, Cliff ' Miller, and others in the . County have taken advantage. This Federal/State program provides funding for creation of riparian buffers to improve wildlife and water quality, and to minimize erosion, Mr. McNear said. Virginia has $90 million to spend on the program, and ; that amount is expected to last up to two years. The program reimburses farmers for expenses • incurred in establishing , buffers that will protect streams, and requires a . buffer of from 35 to 300 feet ”from the stream bank. The ♦-Federal and State govern‘ ments will reimburse 75 percent of the buffer cost, and ;! the 25 percent balance will be ^reimbursed by Ducks • tjnlimited and the • Chesapeake Bay Foundation I if the buffer width averages ;; 100 feet or more. • Mr. McNear noted that • landowners can sign-up for i 10 or 15 years, and that there is a sign-up bonus of 10 per. cent. In addition, he said, 1 landowners will receive a • lump sum payment for every , acre within the buffer—Mr. ' McNear’s payment will amount to $75 per acre plus $5 per acre additional for maintenance. Applications for the program are being accepted by the Federal Natural Resources Conservation Service in Culpeper, and the RFA can assist in the application process. Website developed RFA Secretary/Treasurer Alan Zuschlag demonstrated progress in development of an RFA website. The website will serve to keep members informed and as a marketing tool for member products and services, he said. Mr. Zuschlag walked the members through the “under construction” site, illustrating its features that include: a member sign-up form; a searchable Rappahannock County farm map that will show locations and products of member farms; an listing that will list land, products, and services available for exchange by members; and a classified section that will provide information on member products, services, land, and equipment available for sale. The members were enthusiastic and agreed upon the Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures "I-’? —r- J—•»»«•> > "I ..—■— Announcing our new location m Culpeper. 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) ——n 1 -a * ‘ .. : ' 4' .. 1 Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION 7/71/. i web site approach, and approved a motion to permit Mr. Zuschlag to purchase a site address and to contract with a service provider to host and maintain the site. Other business Mr. Zuschlag spoke briefly about the upcoming Piedmont Small Farm Festival (May 19-20) at the Archwood Green Barns in The Plains. He noted that the RFA will have a booth, and he invited members who wish to display information or sell products to do so using the RFA space. He is also seeking volunteers to man the booth during the festival, Mr. McNear also discussed subcommittees, and noted that a subcommittee will be formed in an interest area if at least two members express an interest. Interest so far is in the areas of: cattle, viticulture, cheese/dairy, small ruminants, horses, orchardists, and truck farming/CAS/vegetables. A date of Aug. 5 was tentatively selected for the RFA summer meeting which will be held at Alex Sharp’s farm in Harris Hollow. Additional information on RFA membership and meetings is available from RFA officers Dick McNear, Alex Sharp or Alan Zuschlag. ■ W' All phases of \ outdoor care lor your spring 9 ^ *****»>■ cleanup?*^ *&*&**#*«•: ^T**W**«*m 540-675-2530 |%40-229-3032 Firewood* ' ni Up In The Hollow #7 By Ben Jones Rappahannock News Writer This is the true story of two heroes. Max and Joe. It was the spring of 1963 and a beautiful spring it was in North Carolina. The magnolia, the honeysuckle and the wisteria perfumed the dogwoods, the azaleas, the lilacs, and the crabapple blossoms. In Chapel Hill, the campus of the University was in glorious full bloom. But down on Franklin Street, the main drag, there was tension among the blossoms and fear among the flowers. As our civil rights march moved toward the business district, some angry hecklers shouted racist epithets and held placards that said things like “Segregation Now and Forever!” and “No Race Mixing!” Yet to come in that watershed year was the death of JFK Yet to come were the murders of Viola Liuzzo and Cheney, Goodman and Schwemer. Yet to come was the church bombing in Birmingham. Yet to come was the March on Washington and Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech. But in the past few months there had been increasing violence around the sit-ins and marches by our determined band of demonstrators in Chapel Hill. The old ways die hard. I understood the dangers better than most because I was no “wild eyed outside agitator from up north” but a white southern country boy raised in the strict segregation of the times. I had come to believe, though, that no American should be denied a hamburger in a public place because of the way the good Lord designed him. Nor should he or she be denied to vote. Or denied equal job opportunities. These seem like obvious notions now, but there was a wall of defiance to those ideas on that beautiful spring day 38 years ago. This was the biggest demonstration yet, about 350 people. We were mostly white students and young black townspeople, but there were a significant number of faculty members, clergymen, and even a few business folk. The tension eased as we sang and chanted slogans. Yes, there were heroes in those days and I saw two of them that day. Our demon Ben Jones stration route passed by several segregated businesses where we paused in silence, then marched on. At one, a tiny breakfast spot called the College Cafe, there were two men standing in the front window. One was black, one was white. In front of them was an old sign that read, “White Only”. I remember noting the irony to the lady next to me as we moved on. Later I heard what happened. The white man was Max, the owner. The black man was Joe, the cook. They had worked side by side for many years, opening at five in the morning and closing at three in the afternoon. There had never been a cross word between them. Our march passed on by, heading for a church in the black neighborhood for more singing and speechmaking. Back at the College Cafe, Joe the cook took off his apron and laid it on the counter. “Max, I can’t work here no more,” he said. Max was genuinely puzzled. “Why in the world not?” Joe was quiet for a moment. Then he found the words. “That was my preacher went by just now. My friends. And my grandchildren. They can’t eat here. So I just can’t work here.” They looked at each other for what seemed like a long time. “Well, alright,” said Max. He went over to the window. He took up the “White Only” sign, tore it in half and threw it in the trash can. “I reckon now you can work here again." Joe put his apron back on. “Yessir,” he said, “now I surely can.” They never spoke of it again. They didn’t need to. It seems to me that in the ongoing sweep of history, the great revolutions are made one heart at a time. Piedmont Small Farm Festival r May 19-20, 2001 ► 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Sat. • 10 a.m. • 4 p.m. Sun. 'Archwood Green Barns, The Plains, VA 1-66, Exit 31 <Rt. 245) Demonstrations • Home Wine/Juice Making (Supplies and Press Available) • Grapevine Pruning 1 Grapevine Wreath Making • Goat Milking Harry Potter-Like Hay Bale Maze For information, please call Fauquier County Agriculture Development 540.349.5314 or your local Extension Office or go to www.farmerlintr.com Big On Education And Family Fun! Think Globally, Buy Locally! HUMAN • ADV KtiOtHcti • ,vtchon con'rol • 'rorv.ation systems • intensive ca« • la*orator» NISTRAT.CN • ADVbs-ONS • AMBUlANT t • AJ<IE.A-tV AND OHER VOLUNTEER GROUPS . * 5J a. Z ^ £ II oi o Is 5 • 5 §2 a O 75 • T *: • < o 5 o s ? Ri * $ 52 s§ s* 7 2 |P ll >5 s: »s 2 Si £ * If si ij | r* < < 950 dedicated people. 47 departments. One vision for excellent service. 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School From Page A3 enable student success. The School Board will review the proposed policy and will consider it at a future meeting. Superintendent’s report Dr. Gangel reported that, as one of the last steps in the budget reconciliation process, he has informed staff that responsibility for the $20,000 needed for the 0.5 percent additional salary increase has been allocated 50 percent to the central office and 25 percent each to RCHS and RCES. He also noted that salary details are being developed as part-of the process of drawing up new teacher contracts, and there may be some savings realized. If so, he said, those funds will be returned to the RCHS and RCES budgets. Dr. Gangel also reported that one bid each was received for the lagoon repair and water tank replacements projects, and that the bids were over budget. He noted that County Administrator McCarthy is taking an oversight role in the projects, and he asked for and received the School Board’s approval to reject all bids received. The School Board also unanimously approved the expenditure of $14,600— $10,000 from next year’s budget and the balance from endof-year funds, for contracting with Rickmond Engineering, Inc. for development of an Athletic and Recreational Facilities Master Plan. • Seafood Newfourg All You Care To Eat For $13.95' t Children Under 12 - $7.95 , For Reservations Call 825-1037 ^ ABERDEEN BARN ? LOCATED IN THE HOLIDAY INN OF CULPEPER RESERVATIONS: 825-1037 Final concert of season The final performance in this season’s “Smithsonian at Little WashingtQn” concert series will take place at the Theatre at Washington, on May 12 at 8 p.m., when harpsichordist Kenneth Slowik will be joined by violist Steven Dann to play the complete sonatas for viola (da gamba) and harpsichord by Johann Sebastian Bach. Tickets for the concert are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. Phone 675-1253 or e-mail TheatreVA@aol.com. Board From Page A1 Among the projects in the proposed capital budget for the next fiscal year (July 1, 2001 through June 30, 2002) were the lagoon repair and water tank replacement at the RCES. Dr. Gangel said that one bid was received on each project, and that he would recommend that the School Board reject both. County Administrator John McCarthy said that the County was pursing alternative approaches to these projects that, would result in savings. The County will purchase the replacement water tank directly from the manufacturer, and will then solicit bids for installation from local plumbing concerns. 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Mr. McCarthy also reported that significant savings can be realized on the lagoon project by using the County’s landfill leachate hauler to pump and haul lagoon graywater, and to direct the graywater to the Sperryville sewage treatment plant in lieu of more remote processing facilities. He said that the State will permit the use of the Sperryville plant for this purpose, and that these steps will result in significant savings to the County. Grand opening The Board of Supervisors, County Administrator McCarthy, Treasurer Frances Foster, Commissioner of Revenue Beverly Atkins, Registrar Nancy Newlin, Clerk Diane Bruce, County Attorney Peter Luke, architect Dwight Matthews, and contractor Jack Jenkins all attended a brief Grand Opening ceremony celebrating the completion of the expansion to the offices of the Commissioner of Revenue and Registrar, and the Treasurer. Comments on the workmanship and design were all very favorable, and the new facilities are now open for residents. Sludge ordinance Mr. McCarthy introduced the revised draft sludge ordinance, and recommended that it be forwarded to the Planning Commission for its review and consideration. He noted that the draft is largely the work of County Attorney Peter Luke, who in turn discussed some of the features of the draft ordinance and the genesis of its development. Mr. Luke said that he “shied away from the permitting process” in the draft since the state has its own permitting process, and he focused more on the requirements and sanctions in the event of failure to meet the requirements for sludge application in the County. The revised draft ordi 19” A. MISSES’ CAMPSHIRTS BY TANTRUMS Cotton amt cotton blend shirts in assorted patterns, including the featured 100% cotton plaid shirt. Misses' S-M-L-XL 24“ B. MISSES’ LEE* SHORTS Relaxed fit cotton casuals in denim and twill. Choose from 5-pocket and sideelastic styles in misses' 6-16. 25%off F. 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Assortment varies by store. Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Dayl 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 nance includes additional requirements and fees for establishing a sludge storage site, it adds additional safety requirements, and it establishes a filing fee of $100 per acre and a monitoring/contingency fee of an additional $50 per acre of land on which sludge is proposed to be applied. It also establishes a filing fee of $500 and a monitoring/contingency fee of $500 per proposed sludge storage site. Mr. Luke also expressed his belief that new Federal regulations will soon be forthcoming, and that these will result in changes to state sludge-related laws and regulations. The Board unanimously approved the resolution forwarding the draft ordinance to the Planning Commission for public hearing to be held on June 20. Other activities • The Board unanimously approved a resolution that declares Rappahannock County “The Volunteer Capitol of Virginia” and that forwards a copy to the General Assembly for their recognition. • A budget work session was scheduled for May 22 at 7 p.m. and Mr. McCarthy will advertise a draft budget that requires a three cent real estate tax increase. • The Board agreed to take steps to establish a committee to study alternate sources of revenue for school funding. The committee will be staffed by two residents of each district, and an advertisement will be placed in the Rappahannock News to solicit committee members. • The Board struck consideration of a resolution calling for continued operation of the Smithsonian’s Conservation Research Center because the Smithsonian reversed its decision to close the facility. • The Board reached con* sensus on a proposal by Animal Control Officer James Leake to change the dog licensing fee structure from a flat rate of $5 to a differential fee of $10 for a male or female dog and $5 for a spayed or neutered dog. Mr. McCarthy will prepare a draft ordinance in time for enactment before next year’s licenses are required. • The Board approved a request by the Rappahannock Historical Society to use a facsimile of the County seal on golf shirts to be sold as a fund raiser. • Mr. McCarthy provided options for redistricting in the County and representatives of Planning District 9 demon* strated the computer-based process for establishing new districts based upon new census data. Budget From Page A1 maintenance programs to make up for budget reductions. School Board members expressed their views as well. Franklin Warner said that his only addition to the budget was for a reading specialist and that he was “somewhat embarrassed that we have to have the Board of Supervisors make cuts,” and Rose Ann Sharp observed that “it is important to talk more with the Supervisors (during the budget development process).” Chairman Mills read Superintendent Gangel’s recommendations for budget reconciliation, and the School Board moved and adopted these recommendations with only one change and a vote of four in favor and one abstention (Aline Johnson). The amended recommendations are: to reduce the teacher salary increase to four percent (Dr. Gangel’s recommendation was a reduction of the increase to 3.5 percent) for a savings of approximately $80,000; to -defer RCHS telephone upgrade, and non-emergency asbestos abatement and monitoring for a savings of $51,000; remove new slots for an RCHS technology teacher and an RCES reading specialist (functions will be performed by existing staff or restaflfed positions) for a savings of $84,248; remove new school bus for a savings of $44,059; return to single subscriber health insurance for a savings of $20.00Q; and remove miscellaneous items for a savings of $15,729. With regard to the teacher salary increase, it should be noted that the increase also includes one pay grade step that is equivalent to 1.5 per. cent, so that teachers will receive an effective increase of 5.5 percent for the school year. comini

• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 May 9, 2001 www.timescommunity.com By Jim Bywaters Rappahannock News Writer Our gardens are beginning to bloom and the air will soon be filled with tiny flying jewels, so it is time to prepare for hummingbirds. We spotted a hummingbird in our yard on April 23, it hovered around the location we had our nectar feeders last year, obviously expecting a drink. We quickly hung a feeder, soon after the hummer flew to it and now makes frequent visits. In North America we have about 15 species of hummers, the most popular of which is Archilochus colubris, better known as the Rubythroated Hummingbird. 0 The ruby-throat is a tiny bird, about three inches long. The females are larger and have longer bills than the males. The female also has two small white dots at the comer of her tail. To many people the ruby-throats appear to be gray in color when in fact the birds are green. The reason for this is the birds are covered in highly specialized feathers that reflect only the green spectrum of sunlight, making our eyes see green. If the sun is not shining or the hummer is not at the correct angle to your eye the bird will appear gray. Males have a throat patch that appears black until he turns to face you, then the throat patch lights up in a brilliant ruby red color. The bright ruby red color is also a result of reflected sunshine. This throat patch is also known as a gorget and is used to attract females. The bigger and brighter the gorget, the more the females are attracted. Hummingbirds received their name from the “humming” noise their wings make as the whiz through the air. Some facts I find amazing about hummers are that their wings flap around 50 - 60 times per second during normal flight and can reach up to 200 beats during courtship flights, they can fly up to „ 50 miles per hour and usually fly no higher than 300 feet. ' These birds can hover, fly up and down, and are the only birds that can Tiny flying jewels %*, /■ v > • fly backwards. To power all that wing activity, the hummers have very large hearts that beat an amazing 1,260 beats per minute, compared to our own heart that beats about 70 — 90 per minute. Their heart is so large it makes up one quarter of their total body weight. They fuel their muscles with oxygen, breathing at 250 respirations per minute, compared to humans 12 — 18 per minute. It takes five average-sized hummers to equal the weight of a single Black-capped Chickadee. Hummingbirds are one of the few birds that don’t sing a song. They communicate with a single “chip” note that often sounds like chattering. I guess with so-many amazing traits, the hummingbird does not need to sing. Hummingbirds have a metabolism that is 40 times that of our own. They survive from the sugar found in flower nectar. They consume up to 50 percent of their own weight in nectar daily. Hummers feed about every 10 minutes throughout the day. You can take advantage of these birds need for food to attract them to your yard with a hummingbird feeder. f Let us say that you hung your - feeder in time to attract the first migrants. . You kept the feeder clean and filled with fresh nectar, you were rewarded with many visits from migrants, then the activity settled down to regular appearances by the resident birds. Perhaps in mid-May your hummingbirds disappear. Where did they all go? This didn't happen last year or did it? I would say welcome to the nesting season. I have discussed rubythroats in particular, but similai principles probably apply to most ■ other species. Shortly after arriving, the females establish a nesting territory. Ruby-throats prefer secluded wetlands for nesting, if available, and proximity to your feeder is not an issue, in fact, females dc not like to build nests in a male’s r feeding territory, and your feedei is probably part of one. Visits to distant feeders take too much time away from the eggs. When the chicks hatch, they need protein to grow, not sugar, so their mother spends most of her time catching small insects and spiders for them. During this period, I personally still see a male or two at my feeders, but usually only at dusk. I have not found an explanation for the disappearance of males at feeders in late spring, but I suspect the large quantity of blooming wildflowers at this time is responsible. After the chicks leave the nest, expect the number of hummers at your feeder to be double what it was before the disappearance. As summei progresses, there will be fewer natural hummingbird food sources available, feeders can have a real positive impact bn the number of birds that survive, so please keep them clear and fresh. Keeping notes on your hummingbirds will aid in verifying for yourseli that this is a normal, annual process Happy Birding! Flint Hill bird watcher Jim Bywaters welcomes reader mail responses, suggestions, P.O. Box 8 Flint Hill, Va. 22627 or e-mail him ai jbbjr@rmaonline. net. TSA students win honors The top Technology Student Association chapter members attended a Leadership and Competitive Events Conference at the Holiday Inn Roger Center, Richmond on a recent weekenc}. A variety of events were entered with RCHS students competing with over 900 of their peers from around the state. This two and a half day conference is a highlight of the school year for both the stu* dents and their advisor, Mr. Ron Vickers. The team of John Ferdetta and Henry Robertson placed fifth in the state in Cyberspace Pursuit. They had to design and publish an Internet web site that highlights the school’s technology education program. The URL is http ://w ww. quest4pm. com/tsa/inde x2.htm and may be viewed 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Laura Maloney gave a Prepared Presentation on “smart homes” and received a finalist pin for placing fourth in the state. , Jeremy Graves placed fourth in Technical Research and Report .Writing. Jeremy proved his ability tp communicate complex ideas to his peer’s by researching the topic “The Importance of Technology Education” and then writing a paper on site from the chosen f See HONORS, Page B5 GROUP: Those attending included front row, Jonathan Bankston, Jeremy Graves and Coel Hermansen, back row, John Ferdetta, Henry Robertson, Justin Clarambeau, Laura Maloney, Houston Haynes and Betsy Welk. Photos courtesy of Ron Vickers STATE CHAMPIONS: Henry Robertson and John Ferdetta hold the trophy they won for Radio Control Transportation. ?V’" Photo courtesy of Alma Jonst HUNGRY? ‘‘Cooter* aka Ben Jones, left, and Steve Butler were pleased with the grand opening this past weekend. ■ .i . ii. .i —ii. mm, ■ —. '1 ■■■■ V’ ■ ■ v Cooler’s is cookin’ Sperryville’s own Burgers N* Things has a second location and it is just down the highway. This past weekend marked the opening of “Cooter’s Country Picnic," which will be provided by Steve Butler and the gang from Burgers N* Things. “Cooter” himself, also known as Ben Jones, gives the new menu rave reviews. “Local folks and our sightseeing visitors now have another first class place to picnic on the river,” says Jones. Tm already hooked on the Cajun Catfish and the barbecue ribs. We’ve had nothing but great compliments from our customers.” . Burgers N* Things at Cooter’s will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and from 11:30 to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. “And of course well have our terrific music on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, “ says Jones. “Y*all come to see us,” he says, “And come hungry!” Wildflower weekend set for May 12,13 Native Virginia wildflowers will be the stars of the 15th annual Wildflower Weekend, May 12 and 13 in Shenandoah National Park. Visitors can take part in a number of wildflower-related hikes, children’s activities and workshops. Two hikes will take visitors through the area that burned in the approximately 24,000 acre wildfire of October-November 2000. Park Ranger Sally Hulbert will lead a hike to Mary’s Rock. A daylong hike to Nicholson Hollow will also be held. Photo journalist Connie Toops will be back to conduct her popular wildflower photography workshop. There will also be a gentle walk to help beginners identify wildflowers and various hikes. All programs are free, but there is a $10 per car entrance fee to the park, good for one week. For more information and a free program listing call the park at 9993500. Steven Kenny to exhibit at gallery thru May 27 By Diana Biro Rappahannock News Writer At the Middle Street Gallery in Washington, Steven Kenny’s exhibition of ten oil paintings on canvas and panels has a character with 4vhich we hate become familiar, owing to the subjects of his work, women arrayed and situated with specimens from nature, and scenes of “birds and bugs”, for instance, all meticulously portrayed in marvelous renaissance colors and detail. A dictionary definition of surreal:, “Having the intense, irrational reality off a dream.” Surrealistic: "The; practice of producing fantastic or?, incongruous imagery or effects in art, by means of unnatural juxtapositions and combinations.” These definitions describe Mr. Kenny’s work to a T. “The Yolk” figures a woman sitting at a table with an egg broken into one hand with the “white” leaking through her fingers onto a small plate. One needs to note especially ' the business of this leaking substance. The painting takes off from Dutch interiors: The woman has braided her blond hair and arranged it in coils on top of her head. A pendant pearl earring hangs from her right ear. She is accompanied by a spectacular, alert, old fashioned, blue and red rooster and two just-hatched biddies. : The pyramidal composition of thie f image gives it a monumental aspect that sets off the exquisite details of “ the woman’s costume, made of nesting material and scattered feathers. “Mademoiselle Chanterelle" < depicts a young woman clothed in ftxngi of various sorts, moss, and a stone with growing lichen. Her large J hat might be a Portobello mushroom, s topped by a red and white Fly Agaric and an orange Fragrant Chanterelle. The frill around her neck is a Polypore T\irkey-tail. The skill with which Kenny has put together several varieties of mushrooms might deceive the casual observer into thinking this is a person in conven-' tional dress. The effect is elegant. "The Grotto” portrays a woman" adjacent to a marvelously blue,'* translucent body of water that recalls the Blue Grotto of the Island of Capri. She holds a fragile looking seaweed fan and has Asteriid Sea; Stars on her arm and shoulder as well as several kinds barnacles growing on her smooth flesh. A large Channeled Whelk serves as a hat. The sea life pictured here prompted me to look into my book on seashells, likewise, the fungi of • “Mademoiselle Chanterelle” took me to “The Field Guide to North American Mushrooms”. Kenny’s accuracy in portraying nature is that of a naturalistic illustrator, only more beautiful. The approach Kenny takes to his work is both witty and solemn. He likes to show wild life relating to one another in unlikely equations. Perhaps he is asking us to acknowledge that there are precarious balances in the environment that we are reluctant to acknowledge. Certainly, in his acute and insistent looking at nature and in replications of it, ho tells us to watch out, to really see what is before us and to contemplate oar possible relationships to life’s wonders. That idea is especially suggested in his picture “Reliquary” where we see a small bird in a wholly floral, if moribund, situations, a darkly peering-out Dodo. The exhibition will be at gallery through May 27. ON DISPLAY: Steve Kenny’s work is now on display at Middle Street Gallery and the show runs through May 27. *

Church Activities Revival at Thornton ’s Gap Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church at Sperryville will have a revival service starting May 14 and continuing through May 18 at 7:30 each evening. Dr. Wayne Thompson of Rochelle will be the evangelist. Everyone is welcome. Flint Hill Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. Jack Campbell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Wednesday: Worship Service 7:30 p.m. 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. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Youth and evening service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L.D. Savage Sunday: Sunday 7 School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 a.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Mother’s Day service set The Hopewell Baptist Church Missionary Society will have their annual Mother’s Day service on Saturday, May 12 at 7 p.m. at the Hopewell Baptist Church in Sperryville. Lillian F. Aylor, a member of the Missionary Society, will be the speaker. You are cordially invited to join in this service of praise and worship. Rev. Henry A. Townes is the pastor of Hopewell. Gid Brown Pentecostal Friday: Services 7:30 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Roger L. Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Second, Fourth & Fifth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. 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. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, May 13 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. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Thursday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. 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 Sunday: Tuesday: Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Children’s Choir 6 p.m. Adult Choir 7 p.m. FT Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rev. Brian Petty Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning prayer 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. How do I honor you, Mother, no longer here on earth ? How do I give your life value, dignity and worth ? How do I tell you Mother, that I miss you every day? How do I say you are with me in so many different ways? I do not stand at your graveside with tears of grief and despair. Your legacy is far better, and I know you know I care. 1 comfort myself in the knowledge that love I was able to give, so your final years were not lonely, but a witness of courage to live. I honor you today, dearest Mother, by doing the things that you taught. To be out in the world loving others, sharing joyfully life as we ought. I feel you are ever beside me, whispering, “all will be well.” But, so often I long to go to you with some family secret to tell. Mothers are uniquely special tied eternally to our hearts, and we shall remain close in spirit, though, for now, death has torn us apart. The above poem was written by Joan Pruiksma of Warrenton. In case you have not looked at the calendar, I want to remind you, this Sunday, May 13, is Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is in honor of the best Mother who ever lived. When you are a mother we are reminded daily this is the most important job we will ever havie. There is no greater responsibility than to be there and listen to our children. We are the ones they will learn to love and trust. We win our children’s respect by our Sperryvllle By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 actions and deeds but it is our teaching that makes them responsible adults and citizens. The first celebration in honor of mothers started in Ancient Greece during the 17th century. Julia W. Howe, who wrote the “Battle Hymn of the Republic” suggested the idea of Mother’s Day in the United States. It was not until Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia was credited for bringing about the official observance of Mother’s Day in remembrance of her mother who died in 1905. Two years after her mother died, Jarvis held a ceremony in Grafton, W.Va. to honor her. She then began a campaign to adopt a formal holiday honoring mothers. In 1910 West Virginia became the first state to recognize Mother’s Day. A year later, nearly every state officially marked the day. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Mother’s Day as a national holiday in 1914. This was to be the second Sunday in May. Anna Jarvis was never a mother, but every Mother’s Day her room was filled with flowers and cards from all over the world. She did in 1948 at .ver i II* On the morning side of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this classic, 100-year-old getaway offers fine dining, comfortable rooms and old fashioned treatment in a romantic setting. The Hazel River Inn is just minutes away from downtown Culpeper and the Hazel River Inn Restaurant. Off-site catering and gift certificates also available. 11227 Eggbornsville Road • Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Davis Street • Culpeper. Virginia Hazel River Inn 540.937 • 5854 Hazel River Inn Restaurant 540.825.7148 age 84. Countries such as Denmark, Finland, Italy, Turkey, Australia and Belgium celebrate Mother’s Day on the same day as the United States. In Grafton, W.Va. “Webster,” the birthplace and childhood home of Anna Jarvis is open to the public, and it serves as a museum of Mother’s Day and Civil War History. The church also serves as a museum to Mother’s Day and the Jarvises. They hold a special Mother’s Day service each year. This is open to visitors from April 15 to Oct. 31 each year. Each of us think our mother has always been the best - I know mine was! She taught me about life and how to face the many difficulties with her words of wisdom and guidance that has lasted me a lifetime. For those of you who still have your mothers, honor them on their day with flowers, cards or gifts, but what makes every mother happy is a simple “I Love You.” If you can’t be there, be sure you let her know you love her with a phone call. A baby shower was given for Mrs. Lisa Dodson on April 29 at the Washington Fire Hall. The shower was hosted by her mother, Mrs. LeAnna Wharton, her mother-in-law, Mrs. Frances Dodson, Ms. Sandy Jenkins and Ms. Barbara Adolfi. Mrs. Dodson received many useful gifts. Miss Anne Dwyer and Mr. and Mrs. Ibm Hetherton of Culpeper were luncheon guests of Mrs. Sally Keyser on Monday. Recent weekend guests of Mrs. Ruby Dwyer were Mr. and Mrs. Ken Yoder of Elizabethton, Pa. and Mrs. Grace Gagner of Springfield. We want to welcome Mrs. Florene Estes back to her home in Sperryville after a long recovery. She would enjoy having her friends stop by to see her. Mr. Calvin Powell and Ms. Donna Leonard of Lynchburg were recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser. Mrs. Gene Ryalls and Bobby Knighton of Troy were Saturday afternoon guests of Mrs. LeAnna Wharton on Chestnut Run Lane. Mrs. Wharton entertained her guests for dinner at Country Cafe in Washington. Nia Genther of Strasburg was a Friday and Saturday guest of Tiffany Wayland at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wayland. On Saturday the Wayland home was the setting for a bridal luncheon in honor of Stephanie Kestner, who will wed Nathan Flinchum on Saturday, June 9. The luncheon was hosted by Miss Mary Jenkins, Sandra Jenkins and Barbara Wayland. We wish all mothers a happy day on Sunday and Moffett family gathers Mrs. Bnan Fntsckle (nee Holly Moffett) of Ogden, Utah was the ten day guest of her mother, Janice Recker in Warrenton and her father, Frank Moffett and grandmother, Mrs. Jean B. Moffett in Washington. Mrs. Fritsckle was attending the ten year reunion of her high school graduating class at the Recreation Center and Graves Mountain Lodge. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew James Thomas and daughter, Zoe Catherine of Elizabeth, N.J. were also guests this week of the Moffetts and Mrs. Recker. Mrs. Thomas is the former Melanie Moffett. Sunday, May 13 is Mother’s Day. The Men’s Brotherhood of the Washington Baptist Church will be providing breakfast for all the mothers of the church. On Friday evening Mrs. Sarah Brown and daughter Bobbie Jo attended the wedding of Becky Gallihugh in Front Royal. Ms. Gallihugh is a co-worker of Mrs. Brown. Best wishes to Lewis and Dorothy Carroll of Powhaton, Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 who will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, May 13. The Rappahannock Lions Club will hold their annual auction at the Washington Fire Department on Saturday, May 12 at 6 p.m. If you have some neckties laying around the house that you no longer need, please drop them off at the Washington Baptist Church office. The Vacation Bible School children will need them for their craft items, which starts on Monday, June 18. Have a great week and honor your mother on Sunday for Mother’s Day 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) 8256700 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 Times of Change A new life is bom and our lives change. In the first year, along with diaper changes, and schedule changes, something changes in a mother's heart. A mother's heart swells with pride in her new child, certainly the cutest and the smartest. Her heart softens with a mother's love and patience. As her heart softens, it stretches with a capacity for love larger than life. Lastly, a mother's heart becomes warmer with each bubbly baby kiss and "coo". As the Creator sends us the infant that transforms the heart, He can send us His love that will transform our soul with a faith, peace, and joy that we have never known. The best skills for parenthood are learned through the Word of God. As we worship and honor motherhood on this Mother's Day Sabbath, remember to "...be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and put on the new nature, created after the likeness of God. (Ephesians 4:23-24). Yes, a child can change your life but God can change your soul. Sunday Gtniiii 17:15-2? Wtdniidiy Gtitttii 21:1-21 Thursday iindui 2:11 25 Saturday ioihua 1:1-1 Sa&irtf SaWclwJ by Jtm Amwxjn Soot, CopyngW 2001, Kxsit-Wjuma Nmptpw Smvkm. P 0 Boj 800S CMAoOttiil Cn»itoo«**a*. va 2290*. mm mrnnam ABERDEEN ^ARN Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (540) 825-1037 Jimmie’s Auto Parts (540) 825-8030 The Color Shoppe Paint • Carpet • Wallcovering , Blinds (kttLit'saSjF' 547-9743 R&29 GOLDEN CORRAL Famiy Steak House (540) 825-5888 • Culpeper Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News I

Fillebrown honored On Tuesday, May 1 during the monthly meeting of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee, Pat Fillebrown was awarded the “Democratic DoGood Award” for completing her portion of the campaign to contact all registered voters in Rappahannock. The Chair of the Committee, Meredith Gorfein, read the citation honoring Pat and presented her with a homemade carrot cake which was enjoyed by all. The citation stated: “In recognition of her enormous Commitment to the Impossible, Her Dedication to the Undoable, and Her total Inability to' ever say “No, ” The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee’s First “Democratic DoGood Award” is given to Pat Fillebrown The first to fulfill the phone challenge Awarded this day, Tuesday, May 1, 2001, by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee” Pat Fillebrown graciously put up with all the foolishness in her usual good-natured manner. Boston residents entertain, travel New Salem Baptist Church served a chicken dinner at the Salem Fire Hall on Saturday evening. Proceeds are to go for the Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society. Quite a large group attended the “Mother-Daughter” banquet Saturday, held at the N.E.P.A. Campgrounds on Aaron Mountain Road. We’d like to extend happy wedding anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Jim Peyton, who celebrates another year Thursday, May 10 and birthday wishes to Mrs. Peyton, who adds another year on the same day. Continuing with birthday wishes we remember cousin Harry Racey, whose day is Friday, May 11 and to Jeremiah Frazier, who adds another year on Sunday, May 13. Miss Ashleigh Corbin was a Saturday guest of Miss Kellie Atkins in Sperryville. Mrs. Ray Frazier was a Friday caller of her mother, ! Mrs. Eunice Meade on Hash Lane. Marc Dodson, son ot Mr. and ' Mrs. J.T. Dodson of Salem Way was a member of the graduat; ing class at James Madison University, Harrisonburg on Saturday and we extend congratulations. Children, and many of them were given the opportunity to register for “Art In The Park” at the Windmore Foundation for Arts booth at Culpeper Day on Saturday. We’d like to encourage our young people to attend the “Youth Alive of Amissville” when they meet on Saturday evenings at the Viewtown Store. For more information about this event, please call 937-5210 or 937-4929. Last Thursday area community members gathered on the lawn of Culpeper County Courthouse to celebrate the “National Day of Prayer” and this was the 50th anniversary of the National Prayer Day which was established by President Harry S. Truman. Pastor Phillip Walker of Stevensburg Baptist Church was guest speaker and used as his theme, “Blessed is the Nation whose God is the Lord”, from Psalms 33:12. Governor Gilmore issued his proclamation making the official day of prayer May 3. ; Congratulations to one of ■our residents here in Boston, [Mr. Earl Long who recently received a pin in recognition of -his 30 years of service to the American Red Cross, his long career beginning back in 1967. All area dog owners are reminded of the rabies clinic ■vaccination to be held Saturday, May 12 at Safeway parking lot Lin Culpeper. ; We know there are hunters -in our area and if your game is The “turkey” the Virginia [Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, announces that the season’s closing date is May 19 in Virginia. - Mr. and Mrs. Bill Curtis of Reva are beaming with joy over [the arrival of their new grand•son, Austin Lee, bom to Mr. and .‘Mrs. Rocky Peters in University of Virginia Medical Center. We covet your prayers for [Mrs. Rosie Wharton on Aaron [Mountain Road, Mrs. Vema -Frazier in Culpeper Health ’Center and Garnett Carpenter in Culpeper Regional Hospital. We wonder how many of our readers know there is a | “National Combread Festival”, ■ well there is and it’s held annually. The recent one was held in Tennessee and nearly 1,000 1 cooks sent in their recipes. .Frances Pickens at age 76 was this year’s winner of a new range and $2,000 for her ! “Upside Down Salsa ‘ Combread” She lives in Hendersonville. Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS . 987-8802 Congratulations to Miss Shirley Pelkey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Pelkey, whose engagement to Troy Cleer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cleer of Reva has been announced. Belated birthday wishes go out to Mrs. Elizabeth Deane, who observed her day last week. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville was a Sunday afternoon caller of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier and Christopher on Turkey Ridge Road. Mrs. Michele Swindler of Culpeper was a Saturday guest of her parents, the Fraziers. 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Elizabeth Welch spent Sunday afternoon with Vivian Hackney and her parents, Donn and Melody Hackney. Mrs. Thelma Crane entered the Fauquier Hospital on Saturday. We wish her much improvement. Ken and Cathy Cieslak and family of Ruther Glen are spending sometime here with her father, Ernie Crane and at the hospital with her mother. Barbara Gentry and Marge Atkins went to the Piedmont Choir concert in Culpeper on Sunday. Guests on Sunday of Mabel Lillard were Jimmy and Betty Lillard, Tommy and Linda Lillard, Clark and Debra Moats and family, Diane Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 Green, Christine Arnold and family, David and Mary Lillard and Jean Lillard. The Bill Welchs and Elizabeth had lunch Sunday at the home of Alice Butler in Washington. Rodney Vest of Woodville visited his mother, Mrs. Christine Vest on Friday. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a m. The pastor the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. On Friday, Elizabeth and Joanne Welch joined Jack and Ruth Preston, Harry Smoot and Mary Bailey for supper at The Country Cafe. Our deepest sympathy to the family of Edna Nicholson, who passed away last week. On Friday evening joining the Bill Welch family for strawberry shortcake were Harry Smoot and Mary Bailey. Have a great week! Made in Your Own Image A Look at Cool You Won’t Find at School ♦ Lowest Prices ♦ Hottest Styles and Options ♦ Superior Year-Round Service ♦ Faster Delivery a t-KAmp; www.Artcarved v' BBi Petersen Jewelers 625 Meadowbrooke Shopping Center • Culpeper, VA 540-825-6033 Upcoming Events Benefit garage sale set The Faith Mountaineers, a Relay for Life team, is holding a fund raising garage sale on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a m. to 2 p.m. at 27 Main Street in Sperryville. The Relay for Life is the annual fund raising event of the Rappahannock County Chapter of the American Cancer Society. Relay for Life is a community event in which teams of 8-15 people raise funds and take turns in the Relay. The Relay will be held May 18-19 at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. Voter registration deadline Monday, May 14 is the last day to register to vote in the Democratic Primary to be held on June 12. Anyone who is a resident of Rappahannock, who is at least 18 years old and who would like to participate in the decision-making process in our state is encouraged to register to vote. For more information on how and where to register and vote, contact Nancy Newlin, Registrar of Voters, 675-3739, or the Voter Information web site: www.vrav.advocate.net/register.htm. Cleanup Day set The Sperryville Cemetery Ad Hoc Maintenance Committee is seeking volunteers! In recent years the Sperryville Cemetery has suffered from a lack of maintenance and attention. It needs to be restored to a condition that would honor our loved ones who have been placed there. Please join the group on Saturday, June 2 beginning at 8 a m. and lend your support in this endeavor. Bring whatever tools you have that may be of use in general cleanup and trash removal, trimming grass around headstones and markers, pruning shrubs and trees, etc. Cold drinks and snacks will be provided. The gates to the cemetery steps were removed approximately six months ago, anyone with information is encouraged to call Carson Johnson at 987-8720. Results of Curriculum Study The community is invited to attend a meeting at RCHS on Tuesday, May 15 to hear the results of the recent Rappahannock County Public Schools Curriculum Study. The study was privately funded by the Greve School Council to help the school system assess its needs in the area of curriculum alignment. The meeting will be held immediately after school at 3:45 p.m. in the RCHS Auditorium. Please come and listen to this informative report. Pre-school opportunity If you have children aged 0-5, please plan to visit the “Central Courtyard and Butterfly Garden" at RCES on DARE/Field Day, Friday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be many agencies and teachers on hand to answer questions that you may have about your pre-school aged child. There are many services available to pre-schoolers and their parents that often seem to be “well-kept secrets". Many thanks to volunteer Mrs. Barbara Adolfi who is helping to plan this event. If you cannot attend or if you have questions, please call Assistant Superintendent Helen Williams at 9878773. DMV Mobile Center coming The Department of Motor Vehicles’ Motor Customer Service Center will visit the Town of Washington on Monday, May 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The center will be located on the Washington Fire Department grounds. The DMV on wheels offers most services that you'll find in office locations. Mobile services include driver’s license exams and road tests, vehicle registration and titling, driving records and photo identification cards. If your driver’s license expires within the next two years, you can renew ahead of time at the mobile unit. Open house scheduled The Bardo Brewery will host an open house on May 19 and 20 at 275 Seven Ponds Road, Route 611, near Amissville from noon to 9 p.m., both days. There will be tastings, barbecue, tours, music and free admission. You are invited to visit their web site at http://wwwbardorodeo.com. Garden Club plans flower show The Rappahannock County Garden Club is sponsoring a Standard Flower Show entitled “In this Delightful Garden Grows" on Saturday, May 19, at the home of Bruce and Susan Jones on Long Mountain Road. The show will feature nine classes of design, 36 classes of horticulture and special exhibits of native wildflowers, shrubs and grasses and a demonstration of how to develop a bluebird trail. The show is open to the public between 1:30 ; and 5 p.m. For further information about the show or to enter ' the competition call Celine Siira 727-8793 or Betty Wood 987-8886. For directions to the show call Susan Jones 6753152. Open House at Belle Meade Belle Meade Day Camp, an active outdoor program for girls and boys, ages 6 to 13, welcomes prospective and current campers at attend Open House Sunday, June 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. Camp runs for five two-week sessions from June 18 to Aug. 24. Belle Meade Swim Camp for boys and girls 3-6 is the week of June 11-15 and the week of Aug. 27-31. For more information call Susan Hoffman at 987-9748. This weekend at Blue Moon Dontez Jazz Band will be performing on Friday, May 11 at Blue Moon Cafe just west of Sperryville. Love Wreck will perform on Saturday, May 12. Queen contestants sought Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company is now seeking contestants for their annual Carnival Queen, ages 13-20; Jr. Miss, ages 8 to 12; Little Miss, ages 3 to 7 and Little Mister, ages 3 to 7. For tickets and more information contact Sandi Carter at 937-4218. The carnival will be held June 2730. Tasting room now open Sharp Rock Vineyard's Tasting Room has reopened for the season. Hours are Friday from 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. and also by appointment, 987-9700. uDog Day Afternoon ” planned Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) presents the first “Dog Day Afternoon” Saturday June 2 (rain date Sunday June 3) from 12 to 5 p.m. at Windsor Lodge Farm in Flint Hill. Admission $5 (children 12 and under free). “Join us for a family fun day featuring doggie demos and contests: Terrier Races, “Tongue in Cheek" Dog Show, Agility Fun Runs, Working Dog Demos and more! Come meet the RAWL dogs available for adoption. We look forward to seeing you with your well behaved dog on a leash," said an organizer. For more information call 636-3308. 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. Virginia Premier Events will provide the rides. Anyone interested in helping with the carnival may call the firehouse, 675-3286.

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Attractive SBPF, 40. 5*9'. 145lb$, short hair, enjoys church, theatre, traveling, dming out and the outdoors ISO a sincere. stable M'S SWM, 35-50 for a LTR Ad* 3384 KINDRED SPIRITS Gregarious SHF 20. 5*5' IGOtbs black hair with blond highlights enjoys dancing, clubbing. dining, Ihe cinema all kinds of music Seeking a SHM 20. for LTR Ad# 3529 Pill the bill Fit. sincere SHF 49. 5 4", educated. loves reading, animals museums, dining, dancing, music. ISO SH/WM 47-60. height'weight proportionate Ad# 3518 PISHING PARTNER Petite, lively, energetic SWF. 47. blond hair, blue eyes, loves dancing, movies, theatre, the beach, relaxing quiet nights at home Seeking healthy, fit honest SWM. 39-57. over 6' 11". who enjoys going fishing Ad# 3516 SERIOUS REPLIES ONLY Very friendly, extroverted S8CF, 54. full-figured, likes movies socializing, thealre, going to church, dming Hopes for a LTR with a trustworthy SWCM, 50. who likes to go to church Ad# 3514 CAT LOVER Very pretty, romantic, honest SW mom, 34 5'. 185!bs. strawberry Wood hair brown eyes, enjoys computers, crafts, music, gar denmg. family times cuddling, dancing, cats Seeking a SWM. 34-39. for LTR Ad# 3512 LOVE MATCH Very attractive shapely, classy S8CPF 40 hopes to find a LTh wrth a kind-hearted SWCM. 3552, loves dming out. films, theatre. the outctoors. going to church Ad# 3505 SPRING INTO LOVE Romantic SHF 47 5 140tbs. dark hair, brown eyes, enjoys wafcs m the country side, readfig. tie outdoors, movies thealre. dm mg Seeks gregarious • SWM, 47-57 lor LTR Ad# 3503 SOULMATE? ' SWF 52. tan blonde hair blue , eyes, just wants to rebuild her im, wfh someone special. ISO a i SM. 50-99. la#, mature tor LTR i Ad# 3488 • GIVE A JINGLE ' OF. 38, enjoys reading, music. ‘ movies and fun Ihmg6 with kids f ISO a SM, 35-45. who possess, as family values A honesty, tor frwrxfchp first Ad# 3486 i HONESTY SAYS IT ALL » SWF. 47. 50* attractive, fit, • brown eyes, carefree, enjoys the ‘ outdoors, walk. h#ung. fishing and nature ISO an otd-iash•oned respectful SWM, 36-60 , Ad# 3483 LOOKING FOR YOU i SBF 41, humoroue. enjoys • sports activities and going out 1 tSO SBM. 40-46 with common * **erwts Ad# 3491 ‘ TRY ME ANYTIME j * SWF. 22. brown ha*'eyes, seek i mg a muscular S6.R8M 26-30 » who tees kids, lor LTR. i Ad# 3480 1 BRUNCH LUNCH OR J Dmner? Skm attractive educai; ed. cuiuretfWPf. 52.5. tQlbs, , brown her.*)**, enjoys frmng, beaches hsnmg, cruwma boat, mg sunnsefc sunsets, nofdmg hands cuddlmg ISO skm edu caled considerate, car mg OSWPM 50isn Germantown area Ad# 3462 UNIVERSALIST1C SWPF, 53, works m educational institutions, attends Universal church ISO WM 50-60, who's Hod hearted, financially secure, with grown children lor Inendship possibly more Ad# 3459 LET FRIENDS BLOSSOM Honest SF. 49. 52*. 125tbs., financially secure, enjoys the water, long walks, dming out and much more ISO SM. 49-55. whos caring, affectionate, compassionate Ad* 3458 GOLD DYNASTY WF. 38, 58'. brown hair haael eyes. ISO college grad WM, 3343. whos 6 V has a big heart, openmmded athletic outdoors/ witty, optimistic, values health and integrity, for LTR. 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Ad*.3419 SASSY AND SWEET SWF, 41, enjoys movies, walks, laughter, animals, looking for intelligent, fmancially/emotionally secure SWM. 35-48. for friendship first Germantown Ad* 3415 MUTUAL CONCERN Warm-hearted, educated, openminded SHF, 30, ISO down-loearth, athletic SWM. 27-39, for friendship and maybe more Ad# 3409 TAKE A CHANCE Nice sweet sensitive SBF 18. 56". black hair, brown eyes, searching for SWM. 19-30. for friendship first. Adl.3404 SERIOUS ONLY Outgoing, Vietnamese SAF, 40. 5‘5". 115lbs.. with accent, enjoys dancing and traveling. ISO SWM. 50-56, for friendship and possible serious relationship. Ad#. 3400 SOUND GOOD? SWF 32, 57*. 125lbs., with accent, enjoys sports, swimming. tennis, chess and computers. ISO SWM. 32-40. for friendship and maybe more. Ad*.3398 DINNER FOR TWO SWF, 32. ST, 125lbs.. loves chess, swimming, computers, cooking sometimes, seeking SWM, 32-40, for casual dating, Rockfield. Ad#.3397 CALL FOR MORE Hardworking SWF 24. enjoys hiking and being outside. 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ISO a tall, lit, honest, commitment-minded SWM. 41-49 Ad# 3051 AVID SPORTS FAN Sweet, kind, caring, sensitive S8F. 23, 5T, 130*)#.. athleticbuikt. enpys sports, movies. dinmg out. biking, hiking, rotterbtadng. ISO a SM. 25-35. Ad# 3268 VIVACIOUS) Humorous SWF. 55, 56', I60lbs.. brown hair. ISO a confident. financially secure SWM, 45-65. with a sense ol humor. Ad# 3229 ALMOST PERFECT Petite SAF. 29, lOSIbs.. likes music, dancing, cooking and workrg out. Seeking an honest, kind, drug-free SM, 28-40, lor LTR. Ad#.3251 COMPLETE PACKAGE Cheerful SWF, 45. 6'2", long blond has. smoker, enpys animals, cooking, reading, sports and outdoor activities. ISO tal, height'weight proportionate SWM, 38-55. with a good personality. lor LTR. Ad# 3260 CALL TODAY Average-built, easygoing SF. 49, 5'4’, brown hameyes. hobbies include art, architecture, music and sports. Seeking an intellectual SM. 45-57, lor a casual relationship Ad#.3232 FAIRYTALES COME True when you're young at heart! 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Ad#.3178 ALL THE RIGHT STUFF SWPf, 42, 58' very romantic, average-built, dark eyes, long auburn hair, extroverted, friendly, playful, humorous, enjoys dancing, swimming the beach, tishmg, live music ISO a loving, confident SWM. 37-49. Rockville area. Ad#.2966 JUST LOOKING WF, 30. 5T, 1l5!bs. brown hair/eyet. ISO a WM, 30-36, 5T0' or under, who likes the outdoors and good times. Ad#.3149 TOO OLD FOR TOYS! A real man » what this SWPCF, 41, blonde hair, green eyes has in mind. She enjoys camping, hiking, cooking and children. ISO a SWM, 40-55, with traditional values Adi 3151 YOUR TIME HA8COME Call the active SWPF. 45, 5 F, who enioyt racquetbak. tennis, animals, keeping In, nature, seeking a tun, kind-hearted SWPM, 45-49 to share quality times with Frederick Ad# 2608 SAIL WITH ME Self-employed SWF. 58. 5 5'. 1256s. with brown hmt/eyes, enjoys muse, movies, dining out. fealivais and boating. ISO a moral, sincere, secure, humorous SWM, 50-75. over 6’. lor romance. Ad#,3112 ALWAYS A CHANCE Outgoing, witty, assertive SWPF, 43, 5T, 1306s.. brown hairreyes. enjoys antiques, quiet evenings, dining out. movies. Seeking an educated, sell assured SWPM, 40-53. who loves animals, lor LTR. Ad# 3131 BE MV PRINCE Romantic, sensitive. mteSigertt SWF 32 5*5'. 1106s.. enjoys foreign languages, reading, muse, romance. Looking lor an honest, kind, family-oriented SWM. 35-42. for poeede relationship Ad# 3128 I’M THE ONE Friendhr. nice SBF 30. 5T, 1951b*.. enioys poetry, b#ie riding. hiking, movies, quel times. Looking tor a comnvtment-mnded, SM. 26-36. for mature, lasing retahonship. Ade.3111 LADY ISO GENTLEMAN Cultured PF. 50. no chSdren, enjoys theater, fine dining, long walks, travekng and quiet evenings ISO • cultured SM, 52-65, who comfortable Irom jeans to suite, with no baggage, foi friendship, possible rstsuonship Ade.3101 VALUES HUMOR Tired dl being alone. 6* SWF 51. enjoys reading cooking, antiques. Ilea markets and dining out Sties ISO a SWM. 3060, lor friendship and maybe more Ad#.3097 MAKE ME LAUGH Independent educated SWF, 46, 55'. small to medium Putld with one child who enioys laughing. animate, kids and muse ISO a SWM. 3555, lets raAc and commumcale. Ad# 3093 HIGH ON LIFE SWF 50. 55'. 1256$ . long blonde hair and hacet eyes, enjoys music, art travel end entiques. ISO SAM. 50-75. who • tnuhcidUy stable. Ade 3017 EDUCATED LADY SWF. 52 5T. 1256#.. eryoys ad. dancing and animale. ISO SWM. 45-60, w#h mutual interacts to apend trie together on weekend# Ade 3078 EVERYTHING YOU WANT Energetic, attractive, low maintenance SWF 58. enpys reading, dtomg out. dancing, gardening Seeking a warm, canng SWPM. witt> similar interests, lor InendstMp lirst Ad# 3086 PLAIN AND SIMPLE Down-to-earth SWF. 50. 58r. medium build, enjoys walks, flea markets, cards, dining out ISO an outgoing SWM, 48-65. to walk and talk with, lor possible lasting relationship. Ad#.3084 NUBIAN QUEEN Strong, independent SBF 61 enfoys traveling, entertaining dining out ISO a humorous kind, sincere SBM. 55-65. with similar interests, for friendship first Ad#.3070 FINE DINING AND YOU Cultured, honest DWPF. 54. enjoys the Arts, reading, dining ' out, local history, traveling Seeking a stable, caring, artsy SPM. 50-65, with similar interests. tor LTR Ad# 3058 TRUST IS A MUST Tall SWF 56, 510', enpys sports. NASCAR, traveling, movies, boating. Seeking a caring. honest SM. 45-68, with similar interests, for the good things D life Ad# 3063 SEMI-ADVENTUROUS SWF. 28, 53". red hair, blue eyes. Iriendfy, enioys outdoor activities, animals and trying' new things. ISO a SWM. 28-35. rugged, caring, for friendship, possible LTR Ad# 2831 HORSE WHISPHERER? Get ready lo live all the romance and fun of the movie with this slender, horse-tovtng SWF, 54 She's ISO a humorous SWM. 50-60, N/S. Wamngton area Ad#.3028 ISO COMPANIONSHIP! SWF, 50. 55' 125lbs„ blond hair, hazel eyes, enpys theater movies, dining out. outdoors activities, the ocean museums and more. Seeking N/S. stable, humorous SM, 50-75. for a possible LTR Ad# 3015 IN GENERAL DWF, 54. 5‘6’, 110lbs .N/S. N/D enjoys outdoors and animals seeks S/DWM, 50-60. who loves horses. Ad#.2996 ISO HONEST GUY Quiet, shy, sociable SBF. 28 5‘8“. 160lbs short brown hair, enjoys running, crocheting, interior decorating, ISO honest responsible SBM, 28-45, lor sharing special times Ad# 3008 COACH TEACHER SWF. 46. tan, athletically-built, artist, athlete, likes computers, sports, rollerblading, the beach, animals and kids ISO down-toearth SWM, 46-58, with similar interests Ad# 2685 READY TOTALK? SBF, 39.53'. 130tb$., black hair, brown eyes, Inendly, fun-ioving, employed, loves jazz, reading, long walks, traveling and movies (SO fun-toving SBM, 38*45, who $ serious. Silver Spring area Ad# 3000 I’LL BE GLAD TO TALK SAF. 43, 5‘5\ college graduate, with one daughter, likes music and more. Looking tor SWPM, 38-48 Ad# 2998 R U ROMANTIC? Funny. bubWy romantic SBF. 58'. 140lbs. short brown hair, enjoys basketball, football, movies. romantic dinners and running track ISO open-minded, SWM. 18-24. with similar mterests Ad*.2891 COMMON BONO Employed S8F, 27. 5T I55lbs. enjoys movies, museums and outdoor activities. ISO SM, 2740, tor friendship, possible ’eiationship Ad# 2122 HAPPINESS IS Just bemg with someone like you1 Outgoing, humorous BF, 38. likes singing, movies, sports, walks m the park, ISO life loving, churdh-going. compatible BM. 35-43 Ad# 2853 A THING OF BEAUTY Is a joy forever' Experience eternal happiness with this taH, inshape, very attractive, humorous. compassionate WF 44 who likes the outdoors, .reading, ISO linanciailyemotionally secure tun WM, 37-58. who loves kids and pels Ad* 2864 GOOD TIMES Get ready for dynamite fun with this Iriendty. sincere, educated, honest, humorous, confident, independent, kind, generous friendly loving medium-built F 43. ISO friendship, lun with a famify-onented. humorous, sincere. honest M. 40-52. Ad#.289 7 GOOD THINGS Come m small packages and here's the proof Honest, open, fun WPF, 20. likes movies, parks, good times. ISO compatible WM. 19-30. Ad# 2846 YOUR BROWN-EYED GIRL Awaits. Find out what the song meant with this caring sensitive, honest, attractive, sweet WF, 53. likes nature, exercise, movies, ISO intelligent, honest, caring, loving, fun. compatible, kind, educated, generous WM 55-60. Ad* 2900 FRIENDSHIP FIRST SBF 49. 6. enjoys quiet times with that speciai someone, walking. cookmg on the grill and having fun looking for a SBM. 4055. who's a N S. with a sense of humor. Ad# 2758 GOT IT GOING ON? SBF. t9. 6. 111 tbs., 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-tovmg, caring SAF, 44 5T. 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, M'S. who believes in soulmates. good friendship, maybe more. Silver Spring area. Ad*.2867 HAPPINESS IS... Thi$ extroverted SWF 23. 59". 143-:bs , brown hair. olive complexion who is seeding an easygoing. expansive SM. 24-35, tor friendship, enjoys working out dancmg the cinema, fme dining and the Ads. Ad# 2767 ENJOY THE MOMENT Sincere warm, open-mmded SBF, 19,58\ 160bs . looking tor a SF. 19-25. 5T-59'. 160175ibs, who likes computers, cats, butterflies, playing cards, boxing, long rides, parties Ad# 2770 SHARE THE JOY Caring, compassionate SBCPF 56 enjoys dancing dimaa out reading, movies, auiet rowwntic times at home and a diverse array of activities ISO a SBCM, 54-63 with similar interests, to share my life Ad# 2762 NEW THINGS SWF. 45. 58'. Ian, witn wavy brown hair, whos fnendly and easygoing, enjoys the outdoors, long walks and reading. Looking tor a SWM 36-57. who’s tali, emotionally and financially secure. Ad#.2753 LET'S TRY IT! Attractive, warm, financially secure SBF. 68 enjoys good company searching for kind, honesl. tun SM, 65-70 tor friendship lirst Ad# 2763 ONE DAY AT A TIME Fun-ioving. caring SBF, 35. 5 5". 145'bs. enjoys laughter reading, long walks, dancing, searching for honest, humorous SM, 32-42 with similar interests tor friendship first Ad# 2756 GIVE A TAKE Medium-built outgoing SBPF. 50. enjoys reading, meeting others. politics, church activities looking tor progressive SBM. 4560 tor friendship firs? Ad# 2748 ISO ANIMAL LOVER Easygomg SWF, 33. enjoys traveling. cooking, wme festivals, sports, searching tor a fun. honest, outgomq SWM 30-40. tor friendship first Ad# 2761 ARE WE COMPATIBLE? Laid-back easygoing SWF. 42, 5'2\ H5lb$. enjoys movies, walks, bowtmg playing pool, seeking a similar, humorous SBM, 36 48, whos not uptight, tor friendship first Ad# 2744 NO GAME PLAYERS SWF. 46, 56', 145lbs., seeking sincere, honest SWM. 35-46. tor LTR Ad# 2738 COUNTRY LIVING SWF. 58, 5 5 . 125lbs.. interested m music, the arts, traveling, theatre, movies, picnics, the beach. ISO humorous, kind, emotionally/fmancially stable SWM 50-75, N/S tor friendship LTR Ad#.2720 GOOD VALUES Good feelings, active sweet SHF. 42. 1?0ibs.. petite, fnendly. honest, enjoys theatre, music, dancing, going out. concerts and traveling. ISO sincere, an honest. loving SWPM. 40-52. welleducated, tor serious, no games LTR Rockville area Ad# 2716 ADVENTURE AWAITS Pretty cute SWF, young 40s, stylist and sporty, loves theater, movies, cultural arts, fme dmina. nature and the outdoors. ISO spontaneous, good-looking SWM, 30-50 Ad* 2708 DN THE BRIGHT SIDE Spend the golden years with this outgoing, humorous, attractive SWM 62. 62'. with brown hair and hazel eyes, who seeks that special SWF 54-64, lor companionship. LTR His interests include working out. the outdoors. traveling and more. Ad*. 1444 AM I FOR YOU? Sweet, kind, thoughtful honest DWM.54. 511' brown hair N.S, N-'D, likes walking, dming out, movies weekend trips, traveling. ISO a thoughtful, sweet, attractive SWF. 43-57, for dinner, movies dates. Ad*.3577 LOOKING for you Open-minded, responsible, mteF tectual SUM. 25. 6 . I65lbs, black haired, likes music, dming out, movies, reading, talking, ISO a full-figured SF. 24-35. over 200ibs.. with similar interests. Ad# 3576 SEEKING WF 40-60 To go off m sunset with me: DWM. 5 1T. 163lbs , slim, broad shoulders, in great shape very attractive, tunny fun. 57, open, emotionaftv sharing, looking tor an adventurous, uninhibited, trim WF, 40-60, under 59". to pamper, romance, drive wild. Ad# 3580 MOONLIGHT Discover the true meaning o! amore with this financially secure Italian M. 42, who likes cookmg, travel ISO responsible, romantic, family-onented WF. 30-36. Virgo or Aquarius. Ad# 3554 300D WOMAN WANTED Kind, loving, loyal, understanding SBM. 49. 6’. 200ibs., black hair, a genileman. enioys movies, music, dancing, dining and travel. ISO a slim, fun SHE 25-45. for friendship, companionship. possible relationship. Ad# 3531 /OUR BEST BET 8PM, 49, college educated, employed, enioys amateur golf, singing, music, walks along beach on moonlight nights, fine wine theatre, cooking. ISO attractive BF. 42-48, open to adventure Ad#.3572 DLDER SEEKS YOUNGER The spirit and fun of youth is what this eclectic, entrepreneurial WM, 48. who likes dogs, camping, hiking, bicycling, hopes to re-capture with you! ISO intelligent, good-looking, compatible WF. 25-35. Ad#.3566 I THING LEADS 2 Another* Start as friends with this life-loving, fun BM 23. who likes basketball, sports and see where u leads' ISO open, lifelovmg F. 18 30 Ad# .3558 OH HOW HAPPY \bu have made me1 Out of a whole page of ads you picked me1 Easygoing, caring, loving, happy WM, 39, who enjoys NASCAR, travel, the ocean, dining. ISO a commitment-minded, humorous, compatible WF, 3339 Ad# 3538 -ET’S TALK About our future together! Happy, outgoing BM. 20. enjoys all kind of sports. ISO a mce, honest sincere SBF, 19-25, for dating and more. Ad#.3551 This week's tonic MOVlBS 1 What do you think of the Oscar picks? l HAVE A BLESSED DAY SBPF, 45. 5'2‘, N/S, attractive, enjoys dmmg out. theater, live entertainment and pampering that special SBM 50-60, N/S. with similar interests, for a serious, monogamous LTR Ad# 2995 ATTRACTIVE BRUNETTE Pleasant SWF, 59. 54’, big brown eyes, humorous, friendly employed, likes laughter, danc#>g. music, bowling movies and long walks ISO personable SWM. 58-63. with sense of humor, lor good conversation LTR Gaithersburg area Ad# 2964 FALLEN ANGEL SWF, 38. enjoys children outdoor activities and spending time with that special someone Seeking a SWM. 35-43, lor LTR Ad#,2948 HONESTY IS KEY Outgoing SB mom ol one, 40, financially stable, enjoys reading. walking quiet times, seeks humorous, spontaneous SM. 44-52. lor weekend fun Ad# 2938 FUN A WITTY SBF, 35, 5 8', 130lbs with dark brown hair enjoys walking, movies, sports and singing. ISO tall handsome SBM, 30-38, with similar interests Ad# 2904 GETTING TO KNOW YOU Attractive SBF. 37, 5'8r. 130fbs seeking to find an intellectual SW/JM, 27-40, for friendship first. Ad# 2956 WARM A FUZZY Candy tor your eyes, sweet tor your heart DWF. 51. ISO S'DWM. 510' plus. 5065, who is emotionaHydinancially ready tor a LTR. Ad# 2733 GET TO KNOW ME Open, talkative SWF 30. 5’5'. 155ibs, brown hair baby blue eyes, enjoys, hiking, camping, fishing, dancing, reading, travel spending time with family, friends and moves ISO noble loyal, nteligent SWM. 26-38. with similar nierests Ad# 2934 FRIENDS FIRST Caring, honest SBF, 36, mom. seeks SM. 29-50 who is fun to be with, noble, tor companionsh$> Ad# 2917 BE MY GENTLEMAN SWF, 40, 5 . 150tbs , brown hair/eyes down-to-earth, 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 Ad# 2886 HAVE GOOD TIMES SWF 29, 5 2' 120#*.. brown hair,eyes, employed, friendly, enjoys movies, dining, kids and animal* ISO a SWM, 27 38, who enjoys quietlarmty times and going out, lor LTR Frederick area Ad# 2885 CALM FRIENDLY SWEET SF, 25. 5 7* reddish hair, medium built, employed, likes com puters. drawing and painting. Looking for a calm, easygoing SNAM, 27-38 Gaithersburg area Ad# 2868 TALK TO YOU LATER S6F. 28. looking lor a SBM. 3540, for friendship, maybe more. Ad# 2856 HANG OUT WtTH ME Attractive, fun-loving, easygoing SWF, 28, 59’ , brown hair,eyes, enjoys bowling, movies, dmmg out cuddling and willing to try anything at least once ISO a SWM, 28*40. with similar interests Ad# 2820 LOVES CHURCH Funny, sporty outgoing SBF, 38. 58”, 130tbs, dark brown hair, enjoys sports, mov.es long walks, TV and church Seeks a SBM. 35-43, with similar interests Ad# 2802 HIDDENTREASURES SBF spiritual ISO WW'D/SBM, 49-57. NrS. physically fit, spmtu at. tor LTR Maryland. Ad# 2834 SOULMATE WANTED By this passionate, sincere SBF, 50 If you re a fun SBM, 48-65, who enjoys weekend getaways, bowling and finer living Call today, smile tomorrow' Ad# 2804 OPEN-MINDED Hardworking SBF 18. enjoys animals, non-mainstream music, laughter, new adventures Seeking a fun SWM, 1925 for friendship and good times Ad# 2801 LET S TALK Fun SBF 45, medium build, black hair, brown eyes, enjoys softball, voileyball, bowling, sports, and a wide array ol activities ISO a SM, 40*50. lor tnendsftp Ad#.2774 POSSIBLY MORE Voluptuous, beautiful mskte/out SWF. 51. likes sports, music, dancing and the arts Seeks an attractive, intelligent D/SWM. 40-65, with a good sense of humor, tor friendship Adit 2702 OUT AND ABOUT SBF 22, medium-built. Inendly, student, likes bowling, swimming, playing cards and more Looking for SBM. 18-29, selfassured. employed, with similar interests New Carrotton area Ad# 2697 Men Women TRUE GENTLEMAN Chivalrous SWM. 48 6T. 195!bs., brown hav/’eyes. with a mustache likes swimming, golf, travel dining and weekend getaways Seeks a O/SWF, to treat like a iady. I d rather have a nice slow dance than work overtime Ad# 3245 UP FOR ANYTHING 3WM, 41. 59'. 166t>8. brown hair blue eyes, real outdoorsy, likes all sports, the beach, dancing to oldies, picnics and friends ISO SWF 30-42. to be that special someone Is this you? Ad# 1064 BE THE ONE WM, 63, 56'. 140tbs . enjoys movies, walking, dmng m or out and country music. ISO a D/SF 53-63, N/S. Inendty, honest, to spend quality time together Ad# 1682 CALL FOR DETAILS Funny, mce SBM. 19, S'V, likes movies, swimming, basketball. part.66 Seeks a SWF. 18-21 lor friendship first Ad# 3573 A REAL MOVIE BUFF Funny sometimes serious SBM 23. 6T,180tbs dark hatf'eyes, hkes movies dmmg. bars Desires a SBF 20-35. with a good personality, who communicates weii Ad# 3660 SUGAR AND SPICE And everything nice is what this family-oriented, affectionate, soft-spoken, attentive HM. 31. who likes cycling, playing music, cuddling, dreams of finding! ISO a compatible, very sweet, understanding, happy WF 26-35. Adi.3416 HEAD OF THE CLASS This humorous, easygoing, open, sensitive WPM. 47. likes playing guitanpiano, golf, reading, crossword puzzles, sports, gets straight A's in the subjects of fun & romance1 ISO easygoing, understanding WF. 37-47 Ad* 3546 FOR YOUR LOVE This earthy handsome BM, 37, likes movies dining, sports, would climb the highest mountain, swim the deepest sea, cross the hottest desert* ISO a sexy, attractive, earthy F. 25-39 Ad# 3540 COME ON BABY UGHT My fire SW fireman. 24, is looking to meet a SWF, 20-24. Ad* 3534 ROLLER BLADING? Adventurous SWM, 48, 511*. brown hair/eyes m-shape, goodlooking. honest, loves working out, quiet watks and doing special things for my woman. Looking for a SWF. 28-55. sharing the good life, lor committed LTR Ad# 2997 OUTSTANDING FIND Humorous DWM, 53. 5‘9*, 175lbs., blue-eyed blond. M'S, enjoys long waits, country rides, beach, movies, Kennedy Center, museums, family, holding hands. ISO a loving, giving D/SWF, height/weighl proportionate, with similar interests, tor LTR. Ad* 3195 ISO INDEPENDENT LADY Unique, smart, caring, kovabie S8M, 24. 5 8’ 1631b*.. black hair, brown eyes, kkes music and basketball ISO an independent SF, 18-30 who likes to have a good time and party Ad* 3536 A LITTLE SHY QUIET SWM, 38. 6*. 240106 interests include NASCAR traveling, timing out. movies and quiet tries at home ISO a SWF, 25-37. with same interests, for LTR. Ad* 3098 ■ocn>xo£ For customer service call 1-800-783-6019 ext. 1922, or email us at support@nvsmedia.com. Please include x1922 in the subject line. 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Call 1-888-390-1882 * option #4 off the main menu SOUND INTERESTING? Humorous SWPM. 45, 6 T. 225tos.. gray hair. NS, enjoys motorcycle riding, muse, concerts. baseball games, walking my dog in the Dark Hopes for a LTR with a SWF. 38-50. Ad#.3528 CHRISTIAN GENT Financially and emotionally secure WWWCM. 69. 510. enjoys the outdoors, films, animals. cards movies, music from country to classic Seeks SWF 60-70, with similar interests, for fnendshio Ad# 3520 FUN TIMES SWM. 26. ST. 140lbs, Nark hair enjoys movies, dining, socializing, sports Seeks thin SWF, 22-27. who enjoys going out, for friendship Ad# 3519 TALK TO ME Open-minded, outgoing SWM, 25.6’5 '. 185lbs , dirty blond hair, blue eyes, likes sports, motorcycles, going to the beach Hopes to meet mellow, intelligent SF 21-30. for casual dating Ad# 3508 MUSIC MAN SWM. 34 5 9’. 180lbs, short brownistVauburn hair, green eyes, enjoys playing the drums, music, playing pool, bowing, the cinema, camping, bike riding, museums and going to the ocean Seeks SW/A/HF. 20-30, lor dating. Ad#.3507 THE BEST AD Fun-loving, honest SBM, 60 5 6‘. enjoys dining, going to the beach bike nding. the movies, theatre, dancing. Seeks intelligent. responsible SF, 48-65, with a good sense of humor. Size, race and age is not important Ad# 3497 CALL FOR DETAILS Good-looking, outgoing SWM, 40, 6T. 220tbs.. blue-eyed blond father of one, enjoys goli the outdoors, traveling and' sports. Seeking an attractive SF. 28-45, to take care ol each other in a LTR, Ad# 3240 COMMON INTERESTS? SWM. 48 5 9", 160lbs. lit, brown hair/eyes, open person, enjoys hiking, nature, dining, movies and concerts. QO an honest, open, romantic SWF, 3544, who knows what she’s looking for in a man. Ad#.3498 A PERFECT PICTURE Separated, kind, energetic, employed SBM. 57, likes painting, photography, the beach, flea markets and church. Seeking affectionate, honest D/SBF. 5067, companion and LTR. Ad#.2423 DAY DREAMING SWM, 23. 5’9”, I65lbs, brown hair, green eyes and enjoys good conversations ISO a fun, outgoing SWF, 21-28, who is a good girl. Ad# 3490 GUITAR PLAYER Attractive, degreed DWM. 41,6'. 205lbs.. physically fit, likes hiking, working out. racquetball. soccer, playing guitar, looking lor a SF, 18-55. for conversations, cotfee, maybe more Ad# 3405 IS ITU? Kind, warm hearted SWM, 34, 5'4\ 154lbs. black hair, enjoys bowling, dining and basketball. Seeking a nice, understanding SF. 30-40 Ad# 3479 LET’S DATE SAM. 21. 5'9\ 155tbs., brown eyes, dark hair, people person, enjoys basketball, cars, computer games, hiking and rock climbing. ISO SHF, 18-23, whos outgoing. with a nice smile and similar interests, LTR. Ad# 3478 BREATHTAKING SWM. 20, 65’, 205lbs.. N/S, N/D, blue eyes, brown hair, muscular build likes animals, movies, - the gym, music and outdoor life. ISO SWF, 18-24 who’s intelligent .fit, nice, career-minded and attractive Ad#.3474 SHOUT OUT Playful, creative, romantic SWM. 39, 6', 175lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, artist, loves traveling, antiques, flea markets, car races and carnivals ISO a playful SWF, 23-60, who s well-grounded. spiritual, living III© to the lullesi, LTR. Silver Springs Ao# 3460 ISO MISS RIGHT WM, 39. humorous, likes concerts. travel, quiet evenings. ISO an honest WF, 28-45, with no games, for friendship, possible LTR Ad#.3469 WOMAN OF COLOR? People person AM, 20. 5 9", I60lb$. tanned, medium-built, employed, likes hanging out with friends, sports, cars. ISO respectful HB/WF. 18-24. race unimportant, with nice smile, personable, lor LTR. Roderick area Ad# 3466 SUMMER FUN DM, 34. 3 11, IOUIDS. DtUCK hair, handsome. Iriendty, likes sports, movies, the beach, tennis and walking. ISO petite SF, 35-54. Inendly Frederick area. Ad# 3464 PLEASE TALK to this sincere, secure SWM, 64. 6 4’. 220108 , blue eyes, reared, financially secure, enjoys conversations, dancing, tishmg, traveling. Bingo, holding hands and walks ISO lovtng tan SWF. 55+ N'S. tor a loving partner and working LTR Ad# 3463 CAN BE INTELLECTUAL WM. 49, 5'8' enioys reading, writing, the outdoois. mountakis, tvkmg. helping people with dtsabMiee. from the Matte East ongmaly. ISO educated, honest WF 35-42, who's communicative. inspiring, enioying the s#nple life Ad# 3461 EXTREMELY HANDSOME WM, 37, 5 10'. 19510s, brown eyes/hair, employed, loves movies, comedy clubs, walks, quel evenings ISO attractive, sexy AF, 20-30, who's slim, for a romantic LTR Silver Springs area Ad#.3450 A WARM SPIRIT SWPM. 41, 5T(r. 180lbs. Is seeking a down-to-earth SF. tor a LTR, who « financially secure Hie hmself. Hies healthy liwng and horses Ad# 5243 ADVENTURE ANYONE SWM, 37 6’, 1754)# blue-eyed, friendly, adventurou*. tikes outdoors. hiking, biking, camping, canoeing Seeks down-to-earth, adventurous SWF. 26-42, to snare He with Ad# 3440 KEY FOR LOCK? SWPM. 51 6'4". igofos., dark hair and eyes, enjoys movies, the Arts, working out and quiet . evenings. ISO a height weight proportionate SWF. 30-45. who loves life. Ad* 2960 PERFECT CHEMISTRY Down-to-earth, good-looking SWM 54. enjoys exercise and the outdoors, seeking a SWF 46-59. who's special and wants to share life together Ad* 3439 FUTURE ASPIRATIONS SBM. 34. 510*, 2201PS.. layback. bubbly, enjoys music, reading, basketball, interested in meeting a pretty woman. 25-50, tor quality tmes. Springfield area Ad*.3414 JUST CALL ME SWM 35. desires to meet a SF. 20-45. lor conversations and more Ad* 3413 THANKS A LOT Open-minded, easygoing DWM, 58. 62". 215ibs . m-shape. business owner, likes shows, movies, dining, dancing and walks ISO a fit. interested D SWF 38-49 Ad* 3433 LETS GO OUT Romantic SWM. 37. 510", 185lbs. with dark hair, enioys outdoors, amusemenl parks, dancing, sports, cooking, searching lor a SF 30-46. with similar interests, for LTR Ad# 3429 COFFEE SEEKS CREAM Creative SBM. 33. new to the area, seeks a fun. larger SWF. 25- 40 to gel with Friends first Ad# 3431 MAN OF INTEGRITY Down-to-earth loving caring SBM 60. 5'6". enjoys tennis, walks, desires to meet an honest. reliable SWF 50-60 for friendship first Silver Springs. Ad#.3427 READY READY Good-hearted, fun SHM. 21, likes sports, salsa dancing, adventure. ISO a smart, beautiful. outgoing SWF, 19-28 Ad# 3407 INTERNATIONAL... Man of mystery SM, 27, 511". 175lbs enjoys traveling, skiing, good conversations, searching for an attractive SWF 22-35 to share the discovery and beauty of a LTR. Ad# 3425 THE SIMPLE THINGS Laid-back SWM. 38, enjoys cooking, outdoors, boating, movies, dining, looking for a spontaneous, down-to-earth SF. •34-42, with similar interests for LTR. Silver Springs. Ad# 3424 DON T BE AFRAID To call this fur-loving, humorous SWM, 18 510", 175lb6.. with greenish-brown eyes. A student he enjoys sports and is ISO cute SF, 18-22, with personality Ad#.3411 DAY BY DAY Physically fit. easygoing SWM. 40, 511 . 150tbs. enjoys antiques, long walks, nature dining out. desires a special SWF, 30-40, lor friendship first. Ad#.3412 IS THAT YOU? Outgoing, friend'y SWM 49. with graying pfoum hair eyes enjoys sports goff. tennis and backpacking. ISO a lovely, outgoing SWF. 30-50 with sifTviar interests, for a lasting 'efationship Ad# 3406 NEW ADVENTURES DW father of one 37, 51!‘, I85lbs.. blue-eyed blonde enjoys jet sking desires SWF, 26- 38. who likes the beach, quiet times, staying m shape, for LTR. Ad# 3403 FUN TIMES AWAIT Humorous, responsible mature SWM, 27. brown hair, green eyes, enjoys playing guitar, movies, swimming, searching for SF, 21-30. with similar interests, for casual dating. Germantown Ad# 3402 BEGINNER DANCER SWM: 42. quiet, slim, fit, N/S. 5 8", brown hair, blue eyes enjoys bicycling, dancing, working out. parks ISO petite, nice S/DWF. 35-41. for LTR Kids okay Ad# .2848 NATURE WALKS Warm, affectionate, romantic SWM 37, enjoys holding hands reading, muse, sports, seeks SB/HF. 25-50 for friendship first, possible romance. Ad#.3399 ROMANTIC AT HEART Attractive athletic, down-toearth, intelligent, easygoing DWPM. 38, muscular, enjoys sports, animals, working out. seeking attractive, kind, caring, passionate humorous, special D/SWPF, 30-45, for best friend, laughter, possible LTR. Ad# 2681 ENJOYS LIFE? SWM 34. 5T0" 185lbs . brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, openminded, enjoys sports, movies, dining, cooking and walks on the beach. ISO SF, 19-35 N/S with common interests Ad# 3391 COULD BE YOUt SWM. 43. 5 9". 1551b*. brown,'gray hair, enjoys hiking ana bikinq. ISO a SWF, 30-45, tell me a bool you ana if you like fun times Ad*.3389 ROMANCE IN MIND? Sweet SWM 42 enjoys dinmq. movies, gardening and life ISO SWF, 40-50, no game6. to spend the rest of the good life together lor LTR Ad» 3354 NUBIAN KNIGHT Sincere, honest, trustworthy, giving, open educated BPM, 46, Seeking to share Me and all the tun lhat goes with it with a compatible F, 40-50 Ad* 3336 EVERYTHING UNDER THE Sun is what this stocky, educated BPM, 40 likes including the Arts, sports and many other thmq6f ISO a tit, outgoing, sharing SWF, 20-45 Ad* 3390 apple of my eye This commitmeni-mmded medium-built, outgoing, eclectic BM. 27, likes working on cars, movies, win have eyes only lor you' ISO a non-game playing, honest, commitmeni-mmded lamily-onented AF, 21-35 Ad* 3367 AM I FOR YOU? Simpte. confident SWM, 52, 510* 175Jbs., with brown eyes Likes nature, traveling and trends ISO a beautiful, honest SWF, 37 46, lor Inendshrp Ad*3370 BEST FISH IN THE SEA Attractne educated, slim DWM, 57, 511’, Seekng SF 5(P65, (or long walks, romantic dinners, moonlight dancing and a committed relationship). Ad* 33»3 ROAD OF A THOUSAND Dreams, travel down a with this financially secure WM, 29 who loves dogs, gmel times, kid*, moves, skating1 ISO a caring good-hearted, kte-tovmg WF 27-' 30 Ad* 3366 V OURS TO DISCOVER All the tun laugNer 6 romance you 4 get when you call this medium-bull SWPM 49 who* ISO an attractive SWF 29-59, to share an the best (A til*1 Ad* 3362 SALT AND PEPPER This qood-looking, muscular DWPM”, 58. likes swimming, music, movies, dmmg. combines the wisdom of age with the spirit' of youth for the best catch! ISO a beautiful, voluptuous, good-looking, fuller-figured WF. 45-55 Ad# 3351 UNTIL WE MEET All my sweetest dreams wiN be of you1 Easygoing, creative, interesting HM. 27, likes movies soccer ISO an interesting personable, laid-back F, 21-30 Ad#. 3348 YOUR LOVE IS LIFTING Me higher and higher Believe it or not'this hardworking, respon-1 sible. honest, faihtful. loving SHM, 29. will be walking on air when you call1 ISO a loving, honest. outgoing WF, 25-31 Art# TUt BEST OF BOTH WORLDS When it comes to humor and romance, this tall JPM, 69. tikes jazz, dancing the outdoors, conversations, is a pleasant otend of both' ISO a slender, compatible JF. 60-69 Ad# 3337 ASK ME MORE SBM. 39.6T. 180lbs . N/S. N/D. ISO an emotionally stable' SBCF. 18-49, who does not smoke or drink, lor friendship Ad# 3192 FAMILY-ORIENTED Down-to-earth SWPM. 44. 6', 185lbs., with dark ham'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 SPIRITUALLY GROUNDED Degreed SHBM. 48. 5'10'. 200lbs.. a homeowner, who enjoys all church activities, is ISO a sensuous, unique SF, 25*. Ad# 5021 SAVING ALL MY LOVE For you! Hear! and soul is how this quiet, compassionate, affectionate. loving, caring, sweet warm BM 43. will fall m love with you' ISO loving, caring, compassionate. affectionate, sweet F. 35-50 Ad# 3053 ISO OLDER WOMAN Attractive, fit. romantic DWM. 39. 6. 185Ids.. brown hair and eyes, enjoys motorcycling, dm mg out Seeks a sexy SWF. 45-65, to share quality time with. Ad# 2819 LIFE WILL IMITATE SM. 19 N't). 5’11’, 250lbs. enjovs movies, parks and reading. (SO SF 18-25, for fun times. Ad# 3208 UP TO YOU! SWM. 39 6 blue eyes, brown hair, handsome, enjoys going out and staying in. ISO a fun, sexy SF 29-45. for LTR Ad# 3319 ALL ABOUT US! SWM. 39. 511\ 200»bs blue eyes strawberry hatr. beard tov* mg. caring, enjoys fishing, camping, movtes. beaches and Bingo ISO SWF 28-45. who's honest, understanding and carrg Ad# 3304 STILL KICKING WWWM, 70. 6T. slim, attractive. ISO a pretty lady, with a good figure, then I like the same things you like, let's talk' Ad# 3081 WAITING FOR YOU! SWPM 47 6 3*. 200lbs., blonde hair blue eyes. N/S, enjoys camping, music, dancing and working out. ISO a high tec. fit SWF. 3o-47, for friendship, possible LTR Ad# 3334 GET A HOLD OF ME SWF. 50. blue eyes, gray/blonde hair, healthy happy, enjoys molorcycles, biking and working out. ISO a tall SWM. 41-49. medium build, with common interests Newark area. Ad# 5368 LOVING AND LONELY Humorous, kind WM. 35, 64". 195lbs brown hair, blue eyes, a good listener, enjoys the beach, the water, basketball workouts, TV ISO a kind, honest, humorous, attractive, loyal HF, 27-40, tor a monogamous relationship. Ad# 3310 GOOD THINGS COME In small packages Feisty SBM, 22, 5. 140fbs., looking to see if there is a caring, sweet, friencfly SBF, 20-28, out there that could complement my lile. Ad#.3309 ON SALE THIS WEEK Honest SWM. 49, ST, 175ibs.. blond hair, blue eyes, beard, financially secure. Hobbies are. ratting, hiking, theater, dmmg out. dancing, more ISO a SWF 40-54, attractive active, upbeat tor dating and more Ad# 3306 YOU CAN'T GO WRONG Easygoing, very good-looking Italian DWM, 50. 510". 185lbs. college graduate, enjoys antiques, dmmg. movies, hAmg, btkma, plays, concerts. ISO a SF, 35-55 who likes lo have fun Ad# 3293 EVERYTHING TO GAIN BM. 33. 5'9". 172fbs.. Week curly hair enjoys going out having fun. music dmmg, movies, theatre ISO a spontaneous, honest, atteclionate communicative F, 25-39. for friendship, LTR Ad#.3286 HATE BEING BORED? WM, 29, 6 4\ 224trs, blown hair'eyes. enioys music, the Arts. camping, tishmg, concerts, playing guitar walks through park, model building, drawing, painting. ISO a conservative, responsible, employed, tun WF 26-34, lor a monogamous relationship Ad» 3283 LIFE IS SHORT... Let’3 make it sweet1 WM. 37. 6, 2i0tbs., lean, muscular, athletic build enjoys meeting people sports, outdoor activities, the beach movies, dancing. ISO an honest, humorous WF, 25-47. lot friendship, dating, possible relationship. Ad« 3281 LET THE MAGIC BEGIN Rugged, lit WM. 61, 5 I0’. 200lb6. the outdoors-type, NTS. enjoys the simple pleasures of We ISO an open-minded, passionate, mature WF 50-65, (or fun. friendship, possible relationship Ads 3278 LOVE AND ADVENTURE tfery active, healthy WPM, 61, 511’, laotbs , with a dry sense of humor, loves golf, skiing, country and western dancing, bridge ISO a trim, pleasant, nice WF 60-64, someone to enns We with Ad* 3273 OOOO WOMAN WANTED Laid-back, employed WM, 50, "W country rock i hangmg out. IsO a good country woman 22-50 lor a LTR Ade 3267 THE WHOLE SHABANG SWM, 38, or 185**., brow to*, yeen eyet fit. plays rao quetbail volleybaM. it romantic boating camping, dancing [SO an adventurous conhdetj ■» SWF, 21.35 N^, no kids. never been married. Ada 3280 LET 8 TALK! Nice, triendty SWM, 23. 5 S', 200tbs brown hair, green eyes enioys watching Tv. dining out movies, sports. ISO a SF, IB-30 with sunkar interests Ad* 3246

Mother’s Day greetings to all Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful Mothers in our area. Treat your mom to a great day and keep it going throughout the rest of the year. You will only ever have one Mom! The Culpeper Regional Hospital will sponsor a class on the New Shape Of Health. This class will educate, motivate, and inspire you to feel better about yourself and your body. Learn a non-diet approach to weight management. Everyone is encouraged to attend and participate in this class. The Amissville Health and Fitness Club is your host for this innovative class, on May 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Amissville United Methodist Church. If you would like more information call Nancy at 937-5373. On May 20 the Amissville Bethel Baptist Church will be hosting a full concert of good gospel music. The performing group is the Trumpet Kings; they are from Maryland. The concert will be at 3 p.m. and dinner will be served immediately after the morning worship service at 11 a.m. Pastor Forrest Freeman Invites you to attend, and the Honorable Edward King will be the emcee. Proceeds go to benefit the Cemetery Fund. The Amissville Volunteer Fire Department Carnival dates have been set. They are June 27-30. Tickets for the Honors From Page B1 subtopic. Top honors goes to John Ferdetta and Henry Robertson for working as a team to design and fabricate a radio controlled transportation vehicle that would pick up mini plastic cups and return them to a storage container. They did not have any rules violations in their vehicle (which is a feat in itself, since the regulations go for several pages of a very complex nature) and ,N Mmissvme By AMY HITT 937*3401 Queen and her court are available from Sandi Carter at 937.4218. The ages are as follows: Little Miss 3-7, Junior Miss 812, Little Mister 3-7, and Queen 13-20. The parade is Thursday June 28. If you would like to participate please call J.B. Carter at 9374218. Vacation Bible School dates have been set for the Amissville Baptist Church; they are July 9-13, from 9 a.m. to noon. The theme this year is Soncreek Junction. It is a cowboy related theme. Vacation Bible School is for all children ages four through 16. If you would like more information call 937-6159. Happy Birthday wishes to the following: Jessica Colley, Jenny Ferdetta, Courtney Mauro, Eva Mills, Megan Kelly, John Mills, Meagan Kennedy, Michelle Kennedy, my sister Annette Wright, and my mother-in-law, Margaret Ramey. Have a great week and call me with your news. successfully moved 22 cups in the allotted time limit. Their efforts won them first place and they are the Virginia State Champions! Mr. Vickers and his students express thanks to the Curriculum Enrichment Program through Ellen NeillDore for the financial donation. It helped to pay the student’s motel costs. “I am very proud of the efforts of all the students that attended this conference. They always do their best to bring positive credit to Rappahannock County, win or lose,” said Mr. Vickers. Page Fair Demolition Derby set Applications are now being accepted for the demolition derby to be held Friday, Aug. 24 during the Page Valley Fair. Drivers must be 21 years of age. Cars may include any American made stock, hardtop automobile or station wagon, however, no Chrysler Imperials 1966 or older, no oversized Cadillac, no Checker cabs, no trucks, no jeeps, no hearses, and no limousines are permitted. Official entry blanks are available by calling 743-4949. Registration is limited to the first 60 applications and your application will be acknowledged by return mail. Round for Round ^ CASH ^ DISCOUNT Up to $1,500 f depending on ^ model _ \ There’s No Comparison. Great baling starts with Gehl’s exclusive variable open-throat power in-feed system. Choose from five models available in seven different configurations to match your operation. • High Speed Starts • More Boles Per Hour • Faster Ground Speed • Easy Operation • Increased Capacity GEHL. YOUR LIVESTOCK IMPLEMENT UNE Smith 8 Sons Equipment \sincb^487 Rt. 29, One Mile South of Warrenton 800-248-3301 540-347-1991 www.ssecorpva.com Obituaries jJmf2LXUZCj by Randy Minter Comfort For The Dying When v isiting someone who is dying. remember that he or she is greatly comforted by the company you will provide Any awkwardness you may feel is outweighed by the benefit With this in mind, allow yourself to sit at eye level. Do not be afraid to touch and take your conversation cues from the dying person. Silence is fine because the mere presence of a caring visitor is sometimes all that is needed At the same time, do not contradict the patient who says that he or she is dying. Accept any emotion that may accompany the statement by empathizing and listening. Allow for talk about unfinished business. And never pass up an opportunity to express love or say goodbye. Hard though it may be. expressing tenderness and care for one's parent or friend or spouse is perhaps the greatest gift you can give someone who is dying. Your presence with them, should you have such an opportunity. offers great comfort even if it challenges you. At the Moser Funeral Home, we are here to make your life easier, to bring support to your family, and to provide superior services. We're at 233 Broadview Ave.. Warrenton. For answers to your questions, call 540-347-3431. "Silence is as full of potential wisdom and wit as the unhewn marble of great sculpture. " Aldous Huxley RECYCLE BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Or.ingf* Kd . Cupper 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 tof compete Home Decorating Service Root Coverings • Window Treatments Walpaper • SUp Covers & Upholstery Residential A Commercial Rt. 211 Amissvitte.VA 937-5500 CONSTRUCTION Joseph F. Keyser Construction, Inc. Quality Renovations A Custom Homes VA Class A Contractor 540-675-2395 T.G. TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION, , L.L.C. ■* Custom Homebuilder Class A License 540-987-8043 KREYUNG CONSTRICTION Top Quality Custom Homes Since 1975 540-987-3145 Winfield Construction New Construction Major Renovations Class A License (540) 937-5079 CARPENTRY Expert craftsmanship in aU phases of woodworking and construction. Cabinetry, trim, doors, decks, home repairs 2J years experience 540-937-2051 CLEANING Sturdy f Houstcttanity Weekly, Biweekly A Monthly Cleaning Free estimates 540-937-3253 Only $4.60 per week for a 1 inch space . MacRae Associates, p.c. Full Service CPA Farm Washington, Virginia (540) 675-2043 EXCAVATING Keys Excavating ponds«driveways (taring‘landscaping snow remowl •busmogging We offer quality work with years of experience. 540-987-9259 Vest's Excavating Specialized Backhoe, Dump Tack Hauling, Ditch Digging, Culverts, Mowing, Bushhogging & Driveway Grading, Fence F’ainling 675-1117 Ronnie Dodson D&D SERVICES 540-987-9350 Landscaping, ■Lawn Seruice, Bushhogging, Driveway Grading, Hauling & Mulch, etc. FENCING Virginia Fence Company Top Quality Free Estimates All types of farm fencing, corral, pens, feed lots. Light cleanng. 540-219-9605 FENCING High Tensile, Bart) Wire, American Wire, Cham Lmk, Board and Electric. Split Rail Privacy Fencing MM /Uao Curtis Crawford Horn* 540-675-3943 Pager: 399-2688 (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline May 23 Furniture Restoration 540-937-6211 Fax: 540-937-7230 LAWN SERVICES Serviced HhuA Removal Call tor free estimate. Reasonable Rates. 540-937-8201 PAINTING Shenandoah Painting Top of the line quality Work for homeowner** for over $ ye.tr> Satisfae t»on euar.inteed t'.ill lojay tor a tree estimate I.ic./lnv 540 675-2218 D-J Painting Interior & Exterior Reliable Service 540-778-1209 Piano Service i use si »>u i Tuning & Repair Certified Technician FREE Estimates Don Burke (540) 675-2140 (888) 405-6509 www.donburke.eom PUMP INSTALLATION EXPERT PUMP INSTALLATION & REPAIR SERVICE Available at RAPPAHANNOCK FARMERS CO-OP Sperryville, VA 987-8555 RESTAURANT THE COUNTRY CAFE Man. - Thus. 8 am. to 8 pm. Ai-9*. 8 am. to 9 pm. Snaky; Ctoeed Day ol Rot 675-1066 Take out Available SMALL ENGINE REPAIR William's Small Engine Repair A full line of service tor farm equipment, lawn mowers, rototillers, weed eshn, chain saws l tractor*. 540-675-2330 STORAGE KPEKKYVILLC STORAGE CO. Safe H—ify Storage ReMOMabIc Kales S40/987SS07 HI. IMS. off |'J. til KPKRRTVILIi:. VA TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONE TV A APPLIANCE Sales A Service GE t RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shadt Dealer Kitchen Aid. Whetpool & Roper Appliances U.S. Route 29, Madtoon (540) 946-2200 WELDING RICR’S CUSTOM (540) 675-1888 Commercial - Residential Construction - Farm General Wrought Iron gates & ratlings ALSO SANDBLASTING EQUIPMENT RENTAL PAGE CO-OP RENTAL CENTER 139 Virginia Avenue • Luray, VA 22835 (888) 843-2670 Seeders • TVencher • Chain Saws Jack Hammer • Pressure Washers Log Splitter • Generators Carpet Cleaners WHY BUY, WHEN YOU CAN RENT? Cotnptoto Small Engine Repair A Sank* ROOFING ROOFING Qmtbiy Metmi • Slate • Standing Seam Metal Pre-Form Panels Upon Request On Job Site 540-869-2484 The leak stops here! STEVE A. SMITH & SON General Contractors Roofing • Carpentry • Painting Licensed Insured 12065 Dutch Hollow Rd. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-547-9719 Specializing in metal roofs. STORAGE South Wales Business & Mini Storag Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 All Six** Available Monthly and yearly rates, all ground-level units, tractor & trailer access, individual wide roll-up doors, restroom, business and vendors welcome. (540) 341-7000 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 Pulton's E toe trie ft Plumbing Also: Pumps & Waterheaters, in stock installation Class A Certified _540-675-3249 Charles Jackson Former resident Charles Jackson, 84, of Hyattesville, Md., formerly of Amissville, died April 28 at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Washington, D C. He was born Nov. 5, 1916. Mr. Jackson was a cement furnisher. Survivors include his former wife and friend, Bertha G. Jackson of Washington, D C. and two sons, Charles A. Jackson and Carl B. Jackson, both of Washington, D.C. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, May 5 at Joynes Funeral Home in Warrenton by the Rev. Forrest Freeman. Burial was at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery in Amissville. Benjamin Clark Jr. Steam fitter Benjamin “Joe" Clark Jr. of Herndon died Saturday, May 5 at Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal. He was bom Feb. 6, 1934, in Washington, D.C. to the late Benjamin D. and Mary E. Hatsell Clark. Mr. Clark was a steam fitter and retired from Local Union 602 and 99. He is survived by his wife, Sherry Clark of Herndon; step-children. Shelly, Shannon and Tabitha Hays. He is also survived by a sister. Sue Claffy and a niece, Kimberly Crone. Memorial services were held on Wednesday, May 9 at Adams-Green Funeral Home in Herndon. Memorials may be made in his name to the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department, Fodderstack Road, Flint Hill, Va. 22627. Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) ; ^ EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975

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Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 233. Estate Sales 236. Hay, Straw & Feed 240. Horses 244. Jewelry 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 254. Building Materials 256. Miscellaneous For Sale 260. Miscellaneous For Rent 261. Miscellaneous Wanted 262. Musical Instruments/Equipment 266. Office Furniture & Equipment 270. Penny-Pinchers 273. Pets 274. Pet Supplies/Service Please refer to category you wish to use 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 284. Firearms 286. Seasonal Sales Free Merchandise 290. Found 294. Giveaways 298) Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Offered 356. Child Care Services Wanted 360. Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370. Financial/Mortgages 375. Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 381. Career Education 383. Health & Beauty 385. Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneous Services 395. Services Wanted Announcements 400. Adoption 410. Announcements 420. Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460. Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes L^., NotIc0, 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals 492. Public Notices Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590. Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600. Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630. Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640. Motorcycles 645. Off-Road/Unlicensed 650. Parts/AccessorieS 655. Rentals 660. Repair/Service 665. Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. Vehicles Wanted I Employment General Classified Legal Notices Real Estate Rentals/ Sales Automotive bur Communi NORTHERN VIRGINIA f\d- Pt^ccrhCvd New Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. By Phone: Loudoun 703-777-1110 Loudoun 703-689-1260 Metro 703-444-4480 Fauquier 540-3474222 Clarice 1-800-339-6267 Rappahannock 1-800-8524797 By Fax: 703-689-1278 By Web: www.timescommunity.com By Mail: Times Community Newspapers Classified Department, P.0. 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Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline tor that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or (axed back to you tor any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication. The Times will not accept liability tor its failure, for any cause, to insert - an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup The Times Newspapers are not liable for the Quality of advertised products or services 1 Rentals Apartments FURN, 2BR fresh linens, ok for 1-2 quiet people. Ufil incl. priv. entran/ drive. No pets/ smk. $800. 540-364-3348 SPERRYVILLE AREA, 2BDR, larges rooms, HW floors, no pets. $475+SD. Call (540) 987-8789. a4 Rentals 11 Condos ■■ ■ J Furnished 2 BD, 2 BA in Leesburg. Short term lease accepter). $1500/mo. Call Debbie 6 Remax 703-771-2345 HOUSE FOR RENT Rappahannock County, near Sperryville. 3 BR, 2 BA, living room, eat-in kit., family room, Ig. basement. 2 FP, central ac, separate workshop, very small barn, on 2 acres w/beautiful views. $800/mo. Sec. dep., & ref. 540-547-3993. STERLING-S3491 ROOM IN THIUtilities & kitchen priv. incl. SEP/Phone. Near pond, NS hshld. No pets. 703-404-8429. STERLING 1 BD, Full Bath, own entrance, kitchen, totally private. $750 + util. 703-430-0387 CHESAPEAKE BAY NEAR Solomon's Island. Ideal gorgeous bay front home, breathtaking views, sleeps 8, 2 stone FP, 400 ft peer, 3000 ft. private beach, fossils galore, $1500/ wk. 703-620-6472. OUTER BANKS, Duck N.C.- Ocean crest subdivision, new house, ocean side, 5 BR, pool, tub, sleeps 12. 800635-1559. Unit 207. FOR SALE RETAIL/ office. Old Town Leesburg, 107 S. King, Beautiful Historic building $299,900; includes parking Devine Commercial 703-729-6900. VERY LARGE collection of home taped movie/ TV show videos. Cataloged. Make offer. 540347-1262 SAT. 5/12, 8:oo- Huge Yard sale. Washington, VA. Business to 11. HORSE A CATTLE, excel. quality hay. Alfalfa, OG & mixed. Square & round. Del. avail. 540937-4016 days; nights, 540-547-3177. mm laws ft 4B*#CP ftaiftMt _ CYPRESS, LEYLAND for sale. 2-4’. 1 & 3 gal., container grown, by direct from grower at whl sle price.540-636-8919 252 Livestock l. .1:..J TEXAS LONGHORN SALE 5/19/01 12:30 PM Culpeper Agriculture Center Cows, cow/calf pairs, roping steers, bulls Featuring some of the top Longhorn breeders of the east & west Also, 5 head of horses - paints and quarter horses More info - 540-788-4894 G&G Longhorns • Red Cana Bulba For Sale This Tropical Flower is known to attract hummingbirds! 6 large bulbs are only $1.50! e Strawberry Plante For Sale in a nice pot for only ,40c each! e Thornless Red Raspberry Plants $3.00 e Parsley Plants $2.00 e Sedum Plants Most Reasonable Prices In Town! Give Your Lawn A New Look With These Beautiful Tropical Flowers. PICKUP IN WARRENTON Call 540-347-4222 during the day and 540-364-1686 eves. r > 273 »eto V _ BIRDS, YELLOW collared mini Mocaw, beautiful, less than 1 yr. $700. African grey parrot, talks, $475. 540788-1400 / • , ■ u' ■;% 290 Pound V ___ FOUND, MALE BLACK lab mix, white under neck & all 4 feet. Black collar. Found in Jeffersonton on 4/28. Call 540-937-4088 5 BORDER COLLIER, boxer, terrier mix pups. Free to good home. Call before 8a or after 8p 540-937-5992 FREE HORSE MANURE. aged, great for gardening, minutes from Warrenton, you-haul. 540349-8777. FREE, MANURE, can be loaded you haul. 540351-1625. FREE MULCH- For gardens- U Haul, 4mi. off Rte 29 on Rte 651 #6860 Sumerduck Rd, Remington, VA. 540439-2607 FREE PUPPIES, cocker/beagle mix, AKC parents, 6 weeks old, males & females. Wormed and 1st shots. 540-349-4628 FREE SEASONED PINE, cut firewood length, You Haul 540-349-2535 KITCHEN RAISED 10 mo old. fixed Doberman/ Rottweiler, needs room to run Loves to smile. Very friendly. 540-347-3283 SWING SET, giveaway. U-Haul. 540-349-4289 350 Businas* Services EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The one-stop shop for complete Home Decorating Service rkxir Coverings • Window Treatments Wallpaper* Slip Covers & Upholstery Residential A Commerical Rt. 211 Amksville. VA 937-5500 Steven M. Manion General Contracting, Inc. specializing in all forms of home improvement. * Decks * Additions * Screen Porches * Kitchens FREE ESTIMATES Lixreed, Bended Ahsued Refs 540-937-3588 r \ Haalth A 3®® Beauty V... J WANTED 29 PEOPLE TO LOSE WEIGHT $$We pay you$$ www.diettoday.net 540-341-8495 385 Lawn A • Red Cana Bulbs For Sale This Tropical Flower is known to attract hummingbirds! 6 large bulbs are only $1.50! e Strawberry Plants For Sale in a nice pot for only ,40c each! e Thornless Red Raspberry Plants $3.00 e Parsley Plants $2.00 e Sedum Plants Most Reasonable Prices In Town! Give Your Lawn A New Look With These Beautiful Tropical Flowers. PICK UP IN WARRENTON Call 540-347-4222 during the day and 540-364-1686 eves. 400 Adoption V--.W CHILDLESS COUPLE, with lots of love to offer, wishes to adopt newborn. Will provide a loving environment, a warm home and a great neighborhood for kids. If you, or anyone you know is considering placing a baby for adoption, please call Liz and Jay, confidentially and toll-free at: 1-866-503-3761 BIDS A PROPOSALS Rappahannock County School Board is accepting bids for contracted services for cleaning the new wing of the Rappahannock County Elementary School. For specifications, call 9878773. Deadline for submitting bids is May 22. 2001. 5-09, 5-16-01 #373745 The annual report of the Robert M. Darby Foundation Is available for inspection at Millwood Farm, Woodville, Virginia 22749 Robert M. Darby Manager 5-09-01 #373423 ' i 605 Automobile# l... " J AUDI TT, ‘00, slvr/blk, 5sp, ac, all pwr, CD, near perfect, 28K mis., $28,500 OBO, below blue bk. 540-428-3975 PONTIAC TRANS ~AM 1995, t-top, exc, cond. fully loaded, 350 eng. 6sp, $11,200 OBO. 540-937-8253 SAAB 1993, 900S, 4 dr, auto, leather, sunroof, all power, $4500. 540349-2503 Moats* Accessories ‘97 WELLCRAFT 240 Eclipse w/easy loader trlr,7.4L, 300hp,full canvas, many extras incl. $24,999. 703-715-9299. COACHMEN 1986 POPUP Exc. cond. sleeps 6. Elect/Water Hookups, new tires. Access. Incl. $1200 703-430-0379 '-\ 640 Motorcyelce v. . j 1994 ZX11 NINJA, mint cond., many new parts, muzzy exhaust, corbin seat, 18.500 miles, $6500/ obo, Showroom. 202-942-0184(8:30-4) 540-349-4542 after 6pm Sport Utility Vehicle FORD EXCURSION XLT '00: Toreador red, 7.3 L, power stroke diesel, loaded, includes 6 CD changer, 32 K mi, 1 owner, elec, brake control for horse trailer towing. $36,500. 540678-0400 (D) or 540667-4975 (E). GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED, driftwood, 56K, load'd, flawless, all reds, $16,000. 540-2535020/540-253-7406 ISUSU TROOPER 1999, 6 disc CD, 4x4, green, 40K, new tires, tint, $19,000 firm. 540-3516060 PICK-UP TOPPERRanger Xtra cab. Blk alum w/ windows, great cond., 1 yr. ok). New $500, Sell $350/OBO. 703-830-7029. SUBARU FORESTER ‘98-AWD,red,49 K, sunroof, leather, 1 owner, $17,200/OBO. 540-5542192. 675 Tracks/. CHEVY TRUCK. 1 ton '88, x-tra cab. dual wheels, 454 engine, exc. cond $6500 OBO. 703-609-5086 FORD F150 FLARESIDE 1992, 5.8L, AT. 4x4, 97K, AC, new tires, well maint. $9K OBO 540-349-1179 F-250 SD '99- 4x4, supercab, XLT 158. WB style side, 7.3 L, turbo diesel. 6 spd , manual, 18 K, green, $27,000. 703-642-1045. 545 Full Tim* A/C & HEATING • INSTALLERS • TECHNICIANS •HELPERS •DUCTCLEANERS wanted. Top pay and benefits available. Serving local area. 540-347-3024 540-937-7800 ATTENTION! Work from home $500-$4500/mo. PT/FT. 1-800-647-2664 hotweb2000. com Carpenter Helper Needs transporlaliorVIcense, $10hr. Noexp.req. 703-868-7109 or 540-788-3945 Carpenters for immediate employment Benefits available. 540-987-8120 DENTAL OFFICE/ DENTAL ASSISTANT Experienced Dental Assistant wanted to join our team. The Smte Center in Leesburg Virgria, is looking for an outgoing, friendy individual to join Loudoun’s most progressive and caring dental team. Come see what it’s like to have fun at work and get paid for it! Call (703)779-1300 for an interview appointment. DISHWASHER Ashby Inn Part-time $ 12/hour 540-592-3900 DISHWASHER WAITSTAFF FT all shifts, very busy. Fun place to work! Great pay & great tips. 540-347-3047 Frost Diner 55 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA DRIVER Airfreight and dedicated... and lots of it! 3 immediate openings. Company drivers or contractors. Class A CDL Call 800-788-73571 www.landair.com Farm Manager Assistant needed. Duties include lawn care, mowing, weed eating and general maintenance of estate in Hume area. $7/hour - summer position. 540-635-9694 Monday - Friday Full Time Administrative Assistant needed for Christian non-profit in Warrenton, Must have positive attitude, good organizational skills, & some knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Fax resume to: 540-341-4722 GROOMERS & BATHERS Experienced & professional for a state-of-theart pet salon in Culpeper. Year round work. Lv. msg. for interview. 540-825-5859 needs experienced mechanic. Good pay package. Aak for John 540-341-0033 • Laborers • Equipment Operators • Dump Truck Drivers • Flush Truck Drivers • Grade Foremen • Punch Crew Foreman • Pipe Foreman Dental & Health Insurance & 401K Avan. RICKY L BROWN & SONS, NC 540-347-6628 NOW HIRING) WAREHOUSE PERSONNEL NEEDED Full-time positions with benefits, including health & life insurance, pension & 401 (k), vacation & sick leave. Agriculture background helpful. Heavy lifting required. Apply in person: MARSHALL FARMER’S CO-OP Marshall, Virginia PAINTERS Year-Round Work Jon H. Miller, Painting Contractor, has openings for master painters & paint helpers. Must have transportation & references. Benefits & Paid Vacation. Call 703-909-0862 or 703-777-4517 PART-TIME ; help for LinderT Vineyards in ouiC tasting room, primary ily weekends anc( some week days;. Must enjoy peopie'and be willing tor learn about wine. r 540-364-1997 server; Ashby Inn * Part Time. - Top pay/ benefits.! 540-592-3781 WAREHOUSE International tableware distributor' seeking full-time, long-term J warehousemen, i Duties to include, ' but not limited to. ! picking, packing, shipping, receiving, inventory checks, i and stock filling, i Previous experience required. High school graduate. Must have own transportation. Must! be willing to work < overtime as 1 required. Previous ' applicants need not apply. Apply in person at Pimpernel, #3 Industrial Road, Warrenton, VA (540) 347-2772 BUYING? SELLING? Fauquier TimesDemocrat Classified s Have It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 Legal Notices • % BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA ; PURSUANT TO SECTION 170-136 ot the Rap' pahannock County Code and Section 15,1 -431 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals lot Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at seventhirty (7:30) in the evening at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street in Washmaton' Virginia. Consideration shall be given to all applica-1 tions presented in accordance with submission re-' quirements. VARIANCE # 01-05-01 Gourdvine Baptist Church, by Don A Berry Sr Trustee, owner of one acre on Turkey Ridoe Road in Castleton (Tax Map 51, Parcel 58 Stonewall District, zoned "A--Agricul1ural) ’ desires a front yard variance of fifty-five (55) feet for a proposed dwelling Prospective purchaser is Cordani s General Contracting LLC Variance allowed under Section 170 Article 136 of the Rappahannock County Code No applicant or other party in interest and no attorney for an applicant or party m interest shall initiate a contact with a member of the BZA tor the purpose of conducting a private discussion in person or by telephone, concerning the merits of any e5>!?7A0!u appoaJ' or 0,her matter pending before the BZA. No member of the BZA shall parte,pate in any such private discussion Site visits or similar contacts initiated by BZA members shall not constitute such ex parte contacts. A copy Ofthe foregoing application ,s on file i Z"™? 0f,‘ca in Washington Virginia, and avaitable Tor public inspection, Monday throuc Friday, 8:30 AM to 4 30 ftf The above-named ai plicant, adjacent property owners, and any oth parties desiring to be heard should be present said meeting or should address their wrrtten con ments to the Board of Zoning Appeals cfo pc thereof9 Washin9,of1' Virginia 22747, in advarK BY: John W McCarthy Zoning Administrator 5-09, 5-16-01 •373560 PROCEEDES TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCEITY YARD SALE May 12 ft 7 am to 2 pm Town of Warrenton on the lawn of the Warren Green Building on Culpeper Street Tons of Great Stuff!! Grill, clothes, toys, house hold, craft supplies Sponsored ty The Fauquier Times Democrat

GOLF COURSE FAUQUIER SPRINGS COUNTRY CLUB Is currently hiring Full and Part-Time EQUIPMENT OPERATORS and LABORERS Good pay & benefits. Call Scott at: 540-347-5147 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE General Excavation, Inc. located in Warrenton, VA has an immediate opening for an AP/Payroll Clerk. A background (previous employment) or education in Bookkeeping or Accounting is necessary. Excellent math and computer data skills are required. Excellent benefits and salary available. FT permanent position. General Excavation, a well established Heavy Highway, Construction Contractor, is an EOE employer. Call 540-439-2202 for an appointment or fax resume to: 540-439-3495. Provide previous employment record, resume and any other pertinent information. EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & LABORERS Work Locally! Monomoy Services, Inc. is now hiring experienced equipment operators. Benefits offered including, paid vacation, retirement plan & medical. EOE. 540-364-0441 Class A Contractors License #2705-021585A JOB OPENING Sharp Rock Vineyards in Rappahannock County has a job opening for its tasting room and wine marketing operations; idea lor person interested in learning more about .the rapidly-growing Virginia wine industry Job description: Greeting visitors, wine tasting, wine sales, winery and vineyarc tours, visiting wine stores & restaurants, delivering wine. Hours: Flexible. Pay: Hourly depending on background, experience, anc hours available. Location: 8 miles South ol Sperryville, intersection of Rts. 601 & 707 (road to Old Rag Mountain). CALL: 540-987-9712 Office & Stable Assistant HUNTING STAPLE AND OFFICE Home provided! Flexible hours! To manage family stable on large farm near The Plains, Virginia. Proficient in all aspects of Windows, Microsoft Office and Internet applications. Stable & foxhunting experience preferred. Top salary and benefits. Please Fax To: FARM MANAGER 703-435-9754 SALES REPRESENTATIVE Local Route Available Here’s the vehicle for riding with the automotive tools and equipment leader - from employment to entrepreneurship. We’re offering a unique transitional opportunity that could get you on the road to owning America’s premier home-based mobile franchise. Starting as an employee, you’ll be paid salary, commission-on-sales and benefits. In addition, you’ll receive top-drawer training and coaching; plus personalized field support in your route. In this short-term situation, you may become eligible for attractive start-up options in converting to a franchised Snapon Dealer - you’ll be in business for yourself, but not by yourself. If you qualify as an entrepreneur, seeking a self-directed career, not just a job-fax or write; Snap-On Tools Company Attn: MikeMalgjeri , 41 Old I'pton Rd Grafton, MA 01519; Fax: (508)839-7721 ■ e-mail: mjml9charter.net www.snapon.com SnapvnTools Kenosha, WI An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V Evening Kitchen Manager needed for country inn. 1:30p.m.- 10:00p m. M-F + 1 weekend per month. Overtime pay on weekends. Managing Experience a plus, but will train the right person with restaurant background. Health and Retirement Benefits included. Call for an interview at 540-923-4231 Advertising/Marketing Director Seeking individual to develop, implement and manage company's advertising strategy. Responsibilities include initiating discussions with agencies, negotiating agreements with outside sales representatives and managing the development of sales materials. Must be familiar with internet business technologies. Qualified applicants submit resume/salary requirements to Karen Carroll at ESS Box 520 Culpeper, VA 22701 EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & LABORERS Work Locally! Monomoy Services, Inc. is now hiring experienced equipment operators. Benefits offered including, paid vacation, retirement plan & medical. EOE. 540-364-0441 Class A Contractors License #2705-021585A SALES CLERK Fine Crafts Gallery opening in historic Washington, Virginia seeking a qualified sales clerk. Hourly position with standard company benefits offered including eligibility to enroll in our company sponsored 401k Retirement Plan. Deadline to reply is May 6th Interviews conducted on May 7th and May 8th Position start date is June 4th Mail or Fax resume to: Black Bear Gallery P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747 540-675-2346 - fax Equal Opportunity Employer MANAGER needed Fine Crafts Gallery opening in historic Washington, Virginia seeking a qualified store manager. Duties will include stock purchasing, merchandising, sales, inventory & personnel management. Salaried position with standard company benefits offered including eligibility to enroll in our company sponsored 401k Retirement Plan. Salary commensurate with experience. Deadline to reply is May 6th. Interviews conducted on May 7th and May 8th. Position start date is June 4th. Mail of fax resume to: Black Bear Gallery P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747 540-675-2346 - fax Equal Opportunity Employer DRIVER TRACTOR TRAILER DRIVERS NEEDED HAHN TRANSPORTATION, a leading petroleum carrier, has several positions available in the Northern Virginia area. WE OFFER: • Excellent Pay • Late Model Equipment • Home Daily • Full Benefits Package O 401-K • Free Uniforms/Cleaning • Safety & Christmas Bonus REQUIREMENTS: • 2 years of tractor trailer experience • Class A CDL with tank & HAZMAT Endorsements • Good driving record For immediate consideration, call 1.800.323.4246 EOE TERMINIX INTERNATIONAL Career Day - Job Fair The world's leader in termite and pest control is experiencing enormous growth in Northern Virginia. We are looking to fill service representative positions. As the industry leader, we offer: pe Paid Training pr Excellent Base Pay Plus Commission Qf Company Vehicle pr Medical/Dental Program We extend an open invitation to anyone interested in discussing employment with our company to visit us on Saturday, May 12th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in conference room 101 at the: Comfort Inn 7379 Comfort Inn Drive, Rt. 29 • Warrenton, Virginia 540-349-3900 Equal Opportunity Employer Immediate Openings Available $500 Spring sian-up bonus after 60 davs » FLUSH TRUCK DRIVERS (FT/PT) C LOW BOY DRIVER (FT/PT) <t LOADER OPERATOR Company truck provided after 2 weeks for operator <t) LABORERS/CREW LEADERS Experienced - Top pay for busy season ahead Insurance after 90 days 540-788-9717 *«. Data Entry/Research We are brokers and dealers in corporate jet aircraft dealing in the international marketplace. We are searching for a bright, detail oriented and capable person to assist us in gathering market intelligence. Competitive compensation package and a great working environment. Fax resume to: 540-687-3662 Corporate Jet Sales P.O. Box 245 Middleburg, VA 20118 CONSERVATION SPECIALIST Knowledge of natural resources, agriculture/conservation. Work with agriculture to implement Chesapeake Bay Regulations and conservation practices. 50% field work. Experience in all aspects of agriculture helpful. Bahelor/2year degree in Agriculture, or Biological/Environmental Sciences. Full or part-time, temporary w/ possibility of permanent employment. Salary $24,000 + based on experience. Call (703) 361-1710 or e-mail to: pwswcd@pwswcd.org _ G REYSTQNE Full-Time Administrative & Clerical Positions Available Greystone Servicing Corporation, Inc., a fast-paced commercial mortgage banking company located in Warrenton, VA, has several administrative positions open. Several positions are entry-level, but all require excellent organizational, planning, & communication skills, be detail-oriented, have the ability to meet deadlines and be a team player. Proficiency in Word, Excel & Microsoft Outlook helpful. Please send resume in confidence to: 540-341-2121 (Fax) or e-mail to imcclanahan@qreystoneusa.com mail: 419 Belle Air Lane, Warrenton, VA 20186 EOE THE INN AT LITTLE "WASHINGTON GENERAL MAINTENANCE Willing to train the right person who has some knowledge/experience in general carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting and wants a great opportunity to learn from a talented manager in nice surroundings. GROUNDS HELPER Needed to help care for our beautiful grounds and gardens; weeding, planting, mowing. All skill levels welcome to apply. Call Anne @ 800-272-4466 or 540-675-3800 ext. 46 EOE The Inn at Little Washington Middle & Main Streets Washington, VA 22747 Carson/Harris is seeking to fill the following positions; ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN/ SITE PLANNER Opportunity for a motivated individual with 3-5 years experience in residential & commercial site plans. Autocad and Softdesk experience required. SURVEY COMPUTOR We are looking for a Survey Office Person to aid department supervisor in survey computing and plat preparation. SURVEY RODMAN We are looking for an energetic, hardworking person for survey field crew. No experience necessary. We offer excellent salary and benefits to the right person. Please contact our office at 540-347-9191 (tel) or Fax 540-349-1905 Newspaper Delivery GET PAID FOR DRIVING IN CIRCLES! ...and lanes, courts, streets, and roads. DELAPLANE AREA CATLETT AREA MIDLAND AREA The Fauquier Times-Democrat is looking for people to deliver newspaper routes throughout Fauquier County on Wednesdays. If you are goal oriented and ready to be your own boss as an independent contractor, the possibilities are endless. This is a great opportunity for retired adults, college students, homemakers, and others. SIGN ON BONUS!! If interested, please come in to fill out an application at: 39 Culpeper St Warrenton, VA 20186 or call 540-347-4222 No Phone Calls On Wednesdays (Times Biaini NORTHERN VIRGINIA Need Summer Help? Advertise in Times Community Newspapers’ Cool Summer Jobs CLASSIFIED SPECIAL PAGE May to August Run 6 weeks and receive a 10% discount Call our Classified Department for rates and more information. NORTHERN VIRGINIA Loudoun County Offica 703-777-1110 Fairfax County Offica 703-689-1260 Fauquier County Offica 540-347-4222 Clarka County Offica 800-339-6267 Rappahannock County Offica 800-872-5797 Fax 703-689-1278 I •-mail www.timescommunity.conn

Helping children cope with divorce By Kimberly L.K. Finn Licensed Professional Counselor Over the last several decades, divorce has become an almost commonplace part of society in the United States. Despite the increase of divorcing parents, effects on children and ways to help them cope with divorce are often overlooked. There is an increasing amount of research being done in this area which shows that divorce can have long term emotional effects on children. In a long term research study conducted by Judith Wallersteip, it was discovered that only 45 percent of children whose parents divorced had adjusted well. This research also indicated that young children, who often showed the most problems immediately after a divorce, ultimately adjusted to divorce much better than teenagers. Despite the potential negative consequences of divorce, research also supports the idea that there are times when divorce may be the best choice for a struggling family. For example, children from low conflict divorced families fair much better than children who are exposed to extreme conflict (including domestic violence, emotional abuse, or open hostility between parents) within their intact family- lyWhen parents sensitively deal with their children about a divorce, they may even teach appropriate ways to problem solve difficult life situations. The purpose of this article is to discuss some potential effects of divorce as well as ways for parents to help their children deal with divorce in order to prevent long term behavioral and emotional consequences. There do appear to be some differences between how boys and girls respond to divorce. Although boys often demonstrate more behavioral issues immediately after a divorce including marked discrepancies in peer relationships, school achievement, and social adjustment, girls often suffer more long term emotional effects. Often, children will deny feelings associated with their parents divorce. Later when they enter their own intimate relationships, they have to confront these feelings. These youth often have a tremendous fear of betrayal. For example, they do not trust that people are capable in staying in.long term relationships. This leads them to doubt their own personal relationships. In the study men tioned above conducted by Judith Wallerstein, five years after a divorce, 37 percent of the children studied demonstrated significant depression and could not concentrate in school. Perhaps even more alarming, 60 percent of all youth receiving mental health outpatient counseling have divorced parents and children of divorced parents account for 80 percent of children hospitalized for mental health reasons. In addition, youth carry long term vivid memories about their parent’s separation and three out of five children of divorce feel rejected by a least one of their parents. Despite these concerning statistics, there are ways to help children cope more effectively with divorce in order to minimize both short and long term* effects. The aforementioned research demonstrated that youth whose parents resumed their parenting roles, put their differences aside, and allowed their children to continue a positive relationship with the opposite parent adjusted more quickly and effectively to their parent’s divorce. Unfortunately, parents in the process of divorcing are often under a great deal of stress and frequently have a difficult time separating their own needs from the needs of their children. New research on the effects of divorce on children is demonstrating that it is not necessarily a divorce itself that negatively impacts a child; rather, it is the way parents themselves cope and help their cKildren cope w-ith this major life change. Parents must remain parents during this stressful time, always remembering to put the needs of their children first. Kimberly Finn is the Clinic Director at Rappahannock Family Guidance Services in Washington, 675-3329. Small Country Homes Sc Outbuildings Hand-Crafted ■ : IpS Rappahannock DesigftAf j I ’V-,K < - * t*.* - ... 'Z'l Company, Ltd ** fit , Robert Etchelts Washington, Virginia 340-675*1966 rdbcOeiythllnk.net PermaTreal ■■ V ,■ j kest and termite control FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 Merci Eucharisto Kiilaa sina Spasibo! Cam on Blagodarya Ich danke dir Dankie Mahalc Arinnto brazie Dziekuje » Kob kbun Aclu Tak Hvala Maraming salamat Dank u Moreshakkeram' Asante ^ Gc ralbh maith agat Thonk You Dekujeme vam Xie xie fli Ngiyabonga County ^Hei^s competed By Hazel Zinn-Day 4-H Program Support Technician, Senior Rappahannock County 4-Her’s placed well in the •Northern District 4-H Contest where they competed against 4-Her’s from 13 other counties. Lakota Coon, Maia and Tiana Lucking, and Hannah Rosenbaum placed second in their dance routine. Carly Day placed second in her science fair presentation on “Electromagnets”. Carly Day and Aaron Oyster placed first in the 4-H Share the Fun variety category with their presentation on Shel Silverstein’s “The Missing Piece”. Devin Day placed first in her Power Point Presentation. Ashley Hawkins and Kate Krucaynski placed second in their dance routine. Kaitlin and Kerri Moore both placed first in the dance category. Rebecca Tupper and Laura Wheatley placed first in the intermediate vocal category. Jessica Manak placed first in the senior vocal category along with Robin Oyster singing “I Will Remember You”. Ruth Ann Oyster placed second in the senior dance contest. Lea Pyne placed first in the senior Public Speaking contest. Brian Taylor placed first in the senior instrumental category. All senior partici-* pants will compete at the state competition during 4-H Congress on the campus of Virginia Tech in June. In Loving Memory Of My Wife And Our Mom Happy Anniversary Happy Mother’s Day fn tears we saw you sinking, We watched you fade away Our hearts were almost broken, you fought so hard to stay. But when we saw you sleeping, so peacefully free from pain; We could not wish back To suffer that again. With all our love Mom, Everett, Nancy, Karen, Randy, Tammy, Joey and all of our families. Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions was recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. Edward E. Clark Jr. and others to Daniel B. Clark and wife, 3.5 acres, Wakefield District. $15,000. Edward E. Clark Jr. and others to Staci J. Fromwiller, 23.6294 acres, Wakefield District. $340,000. Oley C. Hill aind wife to Carlice McKinley McGlothlin III and wife, .2045 acres, Jackson District. $4,500. Robert E. Norris and wife to James W. Lacey Jr. and wife, 2 acres, Jackson District. $248,000. Anthony Wayne Settle and wife to Ralph H. Becraft Jr., lots 25, 26 and 27, Mountain View Subdivision, Wakefield District. $86,000. Donna R. Wine to James Alexander Olinger and wife, lots 6 and 8, block 4, plat 5, Blue Ridge Mountain Estate, Wakefield District. $78,000. Robert B. Metcalfe Trustee to Louise Van Dort, .73907 acres, Stonewall District. $130,000. Edith Tice North to Bonnie N. Hahn and husband, 14.5565 acres, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. ’ Edith Tice North to Judith N. Burke and husband, 8.3370 acres, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. Edith Tice North to Aubrey Josephy North Jr., 8.3970 acres, Wakefield. 10.8 ACRES with stream, mountain spring. $6,500 per acre. Will negotiate. 4 540-937-5857 Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Sperryville - 5 acres of gently rolling pastureland, building site w/view, septic approved, private road access. $65,000 James W. Leake', Broker 540-987-8236 sperryuillerlty@aol.com Bud Corder (540) 675-3291 John Eubank (540) 987-8146 Creekwood is a wonderful country estate with a custombuilt 3/4 bedroom cedar Contemporary home and a guesthouse on 22 wooded acres located in the southern part of beautiful Rappahannock County! The main house has a great floor plan for entertaining, an expansive master suite w/access to the deck & covered porch, a finished walk-out lower level with guest bedrooms & baths, skylights & large windows, stained glass window, fireplaces in the LR & family room, wood floors, 2-car garage & workshop. The adorable 2 BR/2 BA guesthouse would be suitable for extended family or a B & B! The yards are very nicely landscaped with mature plantings. , Creekwood offers winter views of Bessie Bell & Red Oak Mountains. $779,000.00 Coldweli Banker/Renaissance Roy Wheeler Realty Company Philip Strange 540-825-3300 Jean Lillard 540-675-7171 District. Deed of gift. Nancy C. Keough Administratix CTA DBN to Robert Norris and wife, 9.9569 acres, more or less, Hampton District. $205,000. Ronnie Lee Settle and wife to Brian S. Davidson, 1.54 acres, lot 28, Mountain View Subdivision, Wakefield District. $138,000. Carlice M. McGlothlin and wife to Verne K. Foster, 2.0019 acres, Jackson District. $326,500. Margo A. Figgins to Walter W. Boelte, Piedmont District. $176,000. WEEKEND RETREAT A quaint cottage surrounded by decks. Situated on 13.9 acres in Sperryville. Two bedrooms with built-in beds and storage drawers. Each room opens to the deck in back and front. $195,000. LAND Twenty-one and two-thirds acres on the Rappahannock River. Mature trees, springs, streams and old mill race give this the character for a home in the woods. Choice of building sites and mountain views across the river. RP3450381 Offered at $109,000. RAPPAHANNOCK REAL ESTATE RESOURCES 540-675-1190 www.rappahannockrealestateresources.com Butch Zindel Greg Clark butch@rapprealestate.com m Restoration Buff Wanted! This 17 acre farm property w/mountain views & stream has had the tenant house, bank bam, com crib, workshop &, 2 garages fully restored. The main home & guesthouse await your personal touches, or build new on lightly wooded knoll. $439,(XX) Superb Views from front and back of this solid 3 BR/2 BA brick Rambler with full basement. Handsome, oak floors, recent roof. Lovely large shade trees & shrubbery fit bam w/water & electric. $189,000 Very Charming secluded 25 ac. horse farm w/a 3 BR/2 BA/2 FP home. Lovely kitchen highlights many other fine features. Custom built 5 stall bam, 5 paddocks, riding ring and trails. Adjoining 25 acs. also available. $475,000 18 Acres in Sperryville Gateway Area. Commercial frontage for your business. Reduced to $85,000 31 Acres of wooded privacy w/southem exposure & stream. New trail through property. $119,500 4 Rolling Acres with Blue Ridge views. A very attractive property w/spring-fed stream. $52,000 Real Estate m p. o. Box 298 *291 Gay St., Washington, VA 22747 E-mail: re3@crosslink.net 540-675-1373 Rick Kohler Mitzie Young Amy Sloane-Timbcrs 540 937-6146 540-675-3555 540-987-8668 The Perfect Gift ...Anytime “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” tells the story of Rappahannock County and its people The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquincentennial year in the Rappahannock News plus stories of historical interest from past years. Featuring chapters on education, soldiers, doctors, slavery, freemen and integration, mountain people and the park. The Depression, old mills and settlements, travel, entertainment, natural disasters, mountain justice and farming. The collection of articles was written by the Rappahannock News staff with the help and cooperation on hundreds of Rappahannock people. Stop by the Rappahannock News office or call 675-3338 for your copy “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” $11.95 plus tax and $ 1.90 for postage