Rappahannock News, October 17, 2001

'. A J23W* Year... No. 42 Phone (540) 675-3338 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2001 www.t i mescom m u n ity. com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Local Emergency Planning Committee to meet Oct. 22 The Rappahannock County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. in the Rappahannock Courthouse. Interested residents are invited to attend. All are reminded that information on emergency planning, 'Material Data Safety Sheets and the County Emergency Operations Plan are available at the Office of Emergency Management in the Magistrate’s Office, 675-2315 or 675-3483. Club Getaway plans yard sale The long awaiting Rappahannock Bazaar/Club Getaway benefit Community Yard Sale is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 20 from 11 a.m. until all merchandise is sold (or until all of the volunteers decide to go home). Bring all of your unwanted treasures to the old Black Kettle restaurant in Washington—you can sell your goodies, Rappahannock Bazaar will sell your goodies, or you can donate unwanted stuff to benefit the Rappahannock Bazaar and its teen club, Club Getaway. For more information e-mail rappbazaar@yahoo.com or call 987-3311 by Friday, Oct. 19. Alliance meeting scheduled Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance invites the community to hear Faye Cooper, Conservation Easement Specialist for Virginia Outdoor Foundation at its annual meeting on Sunday, Nov. 4 at the McNear’s in Gid Brown Hollow. The meeting will begin at 2 p.m. For directions or more information, leave a message at 987-9222. Life Line .screening offered Life Line Screening will offer four preventive health screenings at the Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue on Thursday, Oct. 25. Tests for stroke, aneurysm, heart disease and osteoporosis will be given. Pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-407-4557. Hunting licenses on sale in Flint Hill Hunting licenses will be on sale at the Flint Hill Store building on the following dates: Thursday 'arid Friday, Oct. 18 and 19 from 9 £.m. until noon and also from 5 to Tp.m. on Friday. Please bring proper identification. If you have any questions, call Jean Lillard at 675-7171 Happenings . • Wednesday, Oct. 17, the Rappahannock Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 ‘p'.m. at the Rappahannock Courthouse. • Friday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m., America’s Sweethearts shows at The Theatre on Gay Street, Washington. See review B1. ’ • Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 20 and 21,45th annual House Tour and Dried Flower Sale presented by the Episcopal Churchwomen of Bromfield Parish. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) ““STHBS-SET-STSTS C STTTW ^COMMUNITY Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones MAKERS OF FINE APPLE BUTTER: The Rappahannock Lions Club members and a few other county residents recently made approximately 735 quarts of apple butter. It is available this weekend in the parking lot at The Faith Mountain Store in Sperryville. It’s apple butter time By Bob Scott Rappahannock News Writer We were asked a question we couldn’t honestly answer. “How long have the Lions been making their famous apple butter?” We knew who to ask so we called Carson Johnson, the “Senior Partner” in the apple butter business, and the sole custodian of the super-secret recipe that makes the product so great each year. Johnson said “Our Lions Club has been making apple butter for over 40 years. We started cooking it in big iron kettles out in front of the Rappahannock Farmers’ Co-op and we think it’s been getting better ever since.” We called the other veteran apple butter “partner”, J.R. Goolsby, to get an update on this year’s product. He reported that “We gathered enough apples in the orchard to make 48 bushels of cut up apples giving us about 735 quarts of apple butter”. See LIONS, Page AS RLEP annual meeting set for Friday Major challenges to Rappahannock County’s scenic beauty and environment, including cell phone towers, land application of sewage sludge and proposed residential development, will be the focus of the annual meeting of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be held on Friday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Rappahannock County High School. A panel of RLEP directors will discuss and answer questions on several current issues that pose real challenges - ■ K* -1 <* ?*V -'ll •rf 4 •’ . -A:., • & ,A: % ¥? a Would parents encourage their children’s love of reading if they could? Of course. What’s more - they can! The Scholastic Book Fair is currently underway at Rappahannock County Elementary School Library and ? will continue through Friday, Oct 26. The fair brings the best; books r and learning product#^ from more than 150 publishers to readers of all ages and is open to the community. The Book Fair features traditional children’s favorites and new works by popular authors and illustrators. Parents and teachers will find plenty to interest them too. The fair is open each school day ; from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. A spe- , cial family event will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 8:16 a.m. until 8 p.m., during Parent-Teacher Conferences. Everyone is welcome! 4 Building classroom libraries is one goal of the fair.' I Visitors can purchase and donate requested books for any classrooms’ library. v ■ r The Book Fair helps Rappahannock- County • Elementary Library promote i|j learning while raising money for library projects. For further information contact Mrs. Aney * " Massie at 987-8259. > .*»<** *■ A i'Hil 'Vjiv' m** to Rappahannock County. These include Sprint’s plan for telecommunications towers, a proposed new ordinance allowing land application of sewage sludge, and proposed new regulations on commercial lighting. The panel also will discuss the planned county-wide survey of historic properties and RLEP’s nature camp activities. Displays and discussion will also focus on plans for new residential developments on Rappahannock County’s borders, and the threat of new, high-voltage electric power lines to serve the new towns. The meeting will also elect a slate of 15 directors to serve as RLEP’s governing board in the coming year. Eligible to vote in the election are those who have paid their annual dues to the league in the past year. This annual gathering offers an opportunity for county citizens to learn more about current issues facing the county, and to hear RLEFs ideas for dealing with them. Jim Gannon, president of RLEP, commented. “With so many major See RLEP. Page A5 Goebel picked for Town Council Bv Gkkai.ii U< iis Rappahannock Ncv, v Writer A public hearing was held at the Oct. 10 meeting of the Washington Town Council to select a councilperson to fill the seat vacated by Alice Butler. who assumed Town Treasurer duties. In the absence of candidate nominations from public attendees. Mayor Stew Willis nominated Bill Tieckelmann. but Mr. Tieckelmann’s nomination did not draw' a second. Council member Charlie Tompkins instead nominated Jerry Goebel, and that nomination was seconded by Reinhardt Lynch andt okayed by the Council. *“ A second hearing was held on a one year Special Use Permit extension for Rappahannock Bazaar’s use of the former Black Kettle restaurant for its teen club, Club Getaway. There was no opposition to this continued use. and Mayor Willis moved to approve the extension and the Council unanimously agreed. A scheduled hearing on Rappahannock National Bank's Special Use Permit for drive-in facilities was again tabled at the request of the bank, and will be heard in November, unless further delay is sought. Capital projects Mayor Willis addresser! both the „x&£tu:yoir. and waste water treat merit projects. He raised the prospect of seeking some financing for the new reservoir so that more funds would be available for the possible purchase of Avon Hall. He suggested seeking $200,000 in financing of the $000,000 estimated for the reservoir, and he noted that he expected that as much as $100,000 of that could be received as a grant. The Mayor also asked for and received Council okay to obligate $16,600 of the water w orks reserves for engineering and environmental work on the reservoir by the firm of Greeley and Hanson. Mayor Will also received Council See COUNCIL. Page A8 45th Annual house tour Oct. 20, 21 By Nancy Weitz Rappahannock News Writer Trinity’s annual Rappahannock County House Tour and Dried Flower Sale will be held this weekend from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday from 1 until 5 p.m. on Sunday. This is a culmination of eight months of planning, planting, drying and arranging of flowers and the planning of tour houses and tea house. The tour and sales room will originate at the parish hall of Trinity Church. The beautiful dried flower arrangements made by the church women will be on sale both days. The tour houses this year are located in the Flint Hill area ot the county. The country roads will be clearly marked with direction signs. We’re very proud to j! have our local Boy Scout j Troops participating this | year with the parking of cars in all locations. The three houses on tour this year, as previously mentioned, are: • The Levick house, a Photo courtesy ot Paula Endo TEA HOUSE: Tea will be served at The Middleton Inn both Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. for the 45th annual House Tour and Dried Flower Sale sponsored by The Episcopal Church women of Bromfield Parish. unique and contemporary house designed by Beth and Lee Levick, and built by their company, Levick Construction. Beth and Lee Levick integrated contemporary building design principles with the historical art/philosophy of Feng Shui. • Stone Wall Farm, purchased by George and Mattie Bowling in 1902 has remained in the family all these years. The house was completed in 1917 and still has original woodwork and original furnishings. • Standen Still, a revival of the English Arts and Crafts style, popular from the late 19 century until World War I, emphasizes hand craftsmanship and organic- forms, and drew heavily on earlier premachine age ’ styles, such as medieval and gothic. Tea, sweets and sandwiches, included in the $15 price of admission will be served each day at the Middleton Inn from 2 to 5 p.m. The Middleton Inn is owned bv Mary Ann Kuhn and has been a bed and breakfast since 1995. It is truly one of Little Washington’s treasures. It has been awarded Four Diamonds by AAA. The house was built in 1850 by See TOUR, Page A8

Panther Pause — RCPS news in brief By Jan Makela Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • Over the past few days, several folks from the community have asked what goes on in the schools after hours each day. You just wouldn’t believe it! Every Monday and Wednesday for sixteen weeks of the year RCES sponsors the Community *After School Enrichment (CASE) program. Community is the key word in this program. CASE invites children from around the community (home-schooled and private-schooled children, as well) to participate in a variety of classes including drama, yoga, dance, art and music. We are fortunate to have the most amazing instructors and our children love the experiences they receive. Program Coordinator, Denise Kruczynski, is constantly looking for skilled instructors to teach, and she invites you to call if you are interested in future programs (987-8259). • On Tuesdays and Thursdays at both RCES and RCHS teachers and aides (K12) stay after hours to work with many children who need additional help in given areas of study. This opportunity is appreciated by the many students and parents who take advantage of it. Activity buses #are available at 5 p.m. on those •days to deliver children to their 'home communities. Our test scores attest to the success of this program! • Intramural activities for children in Grades 4-7 take place every day. Grades 4 and 5 stay on Mondays and Tuesdays; Grades 6 and 7 on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Coach Rhonda Jenkins has been reporting high attendance (more than 35 some days!), and tremendous skill development among the students who stay. This is a wonderful program for all children regardless of their skill levels. Learning the basics of a sport, even if you are not a lifelong participant, will enhance your enjoyment and understanding of the sport when you watch it being played. Questions? Call 987-8259. • As you can imagine, our athletic teams use the facilities for team practices on a daily basis, sometimes including weekends and very early mornings! Cheerleaders have their practices after school as well. Games, of course, are always 'Immediately after school or in the evenings. | • The RCHS Weight Room is open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. for those who have memberships. Due to space limitations the memberships are allotted on a first come-first served basis; if you are interested in using the Weight Room facility, call Mr. Jon Smythe, Athletic Director, for more information at 987-8575. • The Band’s Flag Team has evening practices, and, beginning this week, students from Shenandoah Conservatory will be offering private instrument lessons at RCHS on Thursday evenings. These opportunities, and possibly others, are being made available through the efforts of RCHS parent Kathryn Treanor. • The Adult Education program is in full swing through the public schools this fall. Classes include Welding, Word Processing, Intro to the Internet and Yoga. These classes meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at RCHS. Jan Makela, Program Coordinator, is anxious to talk with folks who might be willing to share their expertise in a given area. If you are interested in taking or teaching an Adult Ed class, please call 9878259 today. Brochures for the Winter Session (to begin in February) will be available in December. Remember: classes make wonderful gifts for that “hard to buy for” person on your holiday list! • Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts use the facilities, RCES PTO meets one Friday evening Perm a Treat. PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL FREE INSPECTION! Serving Rappahannock County For Over 30 Years www.permatreat.com • 829-0000 Kimberly Love Loan Officer We Finance Country Living! Your dream home. That perfect piece of land. Some horses or livestock. Farms or farm equipment. I can help finance it all! RVRMCREDTMt (540) 347-3344 (Warrenton) or 800-559-1016 Yes\ □ Please enter my new subscription to: lappahatmocfe News Subscription Rates By Rappahannock.s21 Elsewhere in the U.S.$27.°°/year Name ,__ Address ___ City_ State Zip. Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Rappahannock New*, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 Old Address: This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS New Address: e The Rappahannock Mm* (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. per month, RCHS PAC meets monthly, as well as assorted other committees throughout the year. As you can see, our schools are in constant use for the benefit of our students as well as the community at large. Our principals and assistant principals are very gracious and willing to work with nonprofit groups who request the use of our facilities, though finding a free night is sometimes difficult. • The Oct. 10 PAC Meeting at RCHS was informative as always. Principal Joe Perine offered insight into a variety of areas and issues that helped parents understand how they can work to facilitate positive change at RCHS. If you have not yet attended a PAC meeting, you are missing out on a valuable opportunity. The November PAC meeting will be a Brown Bag Lunch meeting at noon on Nov. 21 in the Culinary Arts Room. This is the day before the Thanksgiving holiday. Mark your calendars now and plan to attend. • If you have a suggestion for a topic of discussion at a PAC meeting, please call Mr. Perine at 987-8575, or Jan Makela at 987-8259. • Congratulations to the recently elected RCES Student Advisory Council Officers. All of the candidates are to be commended for their positive campaigns, and well composed speeches. All candidates for the various offices conducted themselves in a very mature manner and exhibited Panther Pride in every way. The new officers for 2001-2002 are: President, Matt Swain; Vice-president, Rebecca Tupper; Secretary, Laura Wheatley; and Historian, Alana Cloud. • RCES Art students in Grades 4-7 will be learning about and working on murals for the upcoming Holiday Program. Local artists June Jordan and Linda Heimstra will work with students on eight or so Mondays and Fridays between Oct. 29 and Dec. 14. We are pleased to have these talented ladies share their expertise with our children. • “Tidal Wave of Song” CD’s, T-shirts and notecards are still available throughout the community and at RCES. These products are the result to the phenomenal “Making Waves” song writing project at RCES last year. Paul Reisler, songwriter and musician extraordinaire, has worked tirelessly to produce the “Tidal Wave” CD, inviting (coercing) professional musicians and singers that he knows to record our children’s lyrics. The result is incredible, and everyone in Rappahannock should own at least one! These will make wonderful holiday gifts for those on your list. Call Harriette Rosenblatt or Jan Makela at 987-8259 if you are interested in supporting this project. You won’t be sorry. • Are you an animal lover? Do you especially like cats? Then we have a wonderful deal for you. Last year’s fourth grade students painted amazing portraits of cats in brilliant, vibrant colors. A variety of some of the most exceptional ones have been reproduced as notecards on fine quality card stock with envelopes. These are being sold by the RCES PTO to support the Art Department. Please stop by Talk of the Town in Little Washington or stop by the RCES office to make your purchase or to place your order. If you have questions or wish more information, please call Harriette Rosenblatt or Jan Makela at 987-8259. • The RCES Book Fair is in full swing and will continue through Oct. 26. If you are interested in making a purchase or in assisting with the Fair in any way, please call Librarian Aney Massie at 9878259. Mrs. Massie especially needs help from 1 to 3 p.m. each day. • If you have recently made a donation to the RCES Art Department, please call the school and leave your phone number and address with the office staff. A very generous gift of art supplies was left in the school office, but there was no phone number or address attached. We are very grateful and would like to acknowledge the gift. • Each day Rappahannock just gets more and more beautiful as leaves and grasses change colors and become more brilliant. There are very predictable patches of color in every neighborhood that many have come to watch for each year ... the trees on the eastbound lane of 211 just west of Seven Ponds Road, the sugar maples in a yard just east of Mayhugh’s Store on the westbound lane of 211, the trees in the RCES Courtyard which seemingly “blaze” through the top of the school, the wild asters, goldenrod and sumac surrounding and reflecting in a pond next to Battl6 Mountain Road in Amissville. Choose some special “predictable” places in your neighborhood and point them out to your children. They may pretend not to notice, or care, but you may be surprised. Have a great week. WCDS happenings By Ginny Leser Admission Coordinator • Much has been said, written, and televised about the tragic happenings of Sept. 11, 2001. None of us here can truly appreciate the horror of “ground zero” from our porches in our beautiful, serene Rappahannock County. In fact, were it not for having been present at the Pentagon on numerous occasions or visiting the World Trade Center, it would seems as though the past weeks’ devastation belonged to yet another country at war. This tragedy has, however, touched us all. Each of us has a story to tell, a story of where we were when it happened, friends we know who work at the targeted areas, and neighbors who haven’t returned home. Wakefield Country Day School has the good fortune to have in place a Crisis and Trauma Team headed by Dr. Marilene Henry. As one of only two schools to have a certified Trauma and Loss Specialists in the entire Commonwealth of Virginia, the Crisis Team stepped in immediately on Sept. 11 to counsel students affected by the terrorists’ attack. Dr. Henry spent a week in Chicago this summer, becoming certified as a Trauma and Loss Specialist. Her team at WCDS consists of Mrs. April Heddleston, Mrs. Emma Sue Amos, Mr. Jim Snyder, and Mr. John McMahon. Students were able to sit and speak quietly with team members concerning their fears and any anxiety they might have of possible future events. Many of the students were counseled that day, but as the days passed by, more students stepped forward. Team members are always available to the students. As important as counseling is, having the training to understand how to implement procedures to reduce the panic and fear that Festival October 19,20 & 21 . Fri. 10 - 9 • Sat. 10 - 6 • Sun. 10 - 5 Capital Expo Center Fairfax Co. • Chantilly, VA Rt. 28 & Willard Rd 6 miles south of Dulles Airport For directions Call 703-802-0066 A Unique Mix Of Traditional & Contemporary Works • Something For Every Style, Taste & Budget More than 400 Fine Artists & Craftspeople From 27 States & Canada Voted 5th Best In The Nation By Sunshine Artist Magazine! 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Through their efforts, and the pockets of all of the students at WCDS, a grand total of $266 was collected to send to the fire departments. Thanks for being good citizens, guys! • WCDS sports are off to a roaring start this year under the vigilant eyes of our new Athletic Director, Mr. Jim Yates. Mr. Yates, a longtime Rappahannock resident, has three daughters at WCDS, and he has long been an ardent sports fan. He is currently mentoring Mrs. Susan Bell and Miss Katie Russell in Girls Volleyball, Mr. Tony Lambiasi in Cross Country, and Mr. Ben Clark and Mr. Andy Ebert in Boys Soccer. All three teams have been busy with back to back games. Inis past Friday, the Boys Soccer team traveled to Fredericksburg to play against Fredericksburg Academy at their Homecoming game. WCDS won, with the score 2-1. Miguel Padilla, who is an exchange student at WCDS and lives with Mr. and Mrs. Michael Manak, scored the first goal for WCDS, and Carter Bruce, son of Mr. and Mrs. Manly Bruce powered in the wining goal. • Homecoming festivities will be taking place Oct. 20 at Wakefield County Day School. The annual soccer game between the Soccer team and faculty, parents, and alumni will take place on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. Booths will be set up selling food, crafts, and fall plants. The festive Homecoming dance will be held later that night for the Prep School students. • Plans are afoot for the school’s tribute to International Day in November. WCDS is very fortunate to have 17 international students this year, all of which are boarding with host families. Students from Korea, Japan, Ireland, Haiti, Spain, Mexico, China, Egypt, and Turkey will be celebrating their countries and their heritage. Foods from their countries will be presented to all of the students at WCDS, as well as tables with special mementos from each country. • Principal, Mr. Michael F. Vargo of Wakefield Country Day school recently announced that Judson Hurlbert has been named Commended Student in the 2002 National Merit Scholarship Program. A letter of Commendation trom the school and National Corporation (NMSC), which conducts the program, will be presented by the principal to this scholastically talented senior.

HAUNTED: The annual Rappahannock County’s most popular annual Halloween attraction, The Haunted Barn at Hungry Run Farm, returns Friday and Saturday night, Oct. 26 and 27 from 7 until 10 p.m. Fifth annual Haunted Bam benefit planned Rappahannock County’s most popular annual Halloween attraction, The Haunted Barn at Hungry -Run Farm, returns Friday and Saturday night, Oct. 26 and 27 from 7 until 10 p.m. The Haunted Barn is designed to appeal to children and adults of all ages. The Haunted Barn is located on South Poe’s Road in Amissville. Follow signs from either U. S. 211 west of Amissville, or Route 647 in Flint Hill. Admission is only $6 for adults and $5 for children ages six to 12. Children under the age of five will be admitted for free. Family discounts are available. All profits from the Haunted Bam will go directly to the Rappahannock County School Sports Association. All county residents are encouraged to attend in a strong showing of support for both our schools and community. Powdery substance received An incident on Oct. 14 involving a powdery substance in a package received in the mail by an Amissville man has prompted Rappahannock ■ Sheriff Larry Sherertz to issue guidelines about the current biochemical threat. According to Sherertz, the man received a package he had been expecting, but when he opened it, he found an unidentified white residue inside that ; should not have been there. The man called the Sheriff’s The family of Elmer S. Atkins and family) would like to thank everyone for their flowers, food, cards and prayers. We greatly appreciate your kindness. May God bless you all. ——-I Friday, Oct. 19 Bon Andrews returns Saturday, Oct. 20 Vincent Day/ Dinah Pehrson Now open Frl., Sat. & Sun. 5:30 to close Family Dining & Fine Music 540-987-3162 www.bluamooncafu.com JENKINS ORCHARDS Qualify Fruit Select your awn gjp IsnliifrfjmSuiHI ll!8ll9F?Hf5 ., r v; m Office, which responded to the scene. Investigators took possession of the box and powder, which they “safeguarded, triplebagged in plastic, and took to the county health department,” according to Sherertz. The box has been forwarded to the state health department office in Richmond for analysis. As a precaution, the man was sent to a local hospital for examination and preventive treatment. Bookshop hosts author Oct. 26 By James P. Gannon Rappahannock News Writer Wolfgang Samuel was 10 years old in 1945 when Nazi Germany was collapsing. The Russian army was advancing on the small east German town where he lived with his mother and younger sister. His father, a Luftwaffe officer, was away fighting. The little boy’s world was coming apart, plunging him into years of fear, flight, and desperate living conditions in post-war refugee camps. The youth’s harrowing tale of struggle and survival is told in a compelling new memoir, “German Boy: A Child in War.” Its author, who not only survived his ordeal but immigrated to America to become a colonel in the U.S. Air force, will discuss and sign his book next week at the Old Sperryville Bookshop on historic Main Street in Sperryville. Col. Samuel will speak at the bookshop and sign copies of his memoir on Friday, Oct 26 at 7:30 p.m. As space is limited, this will be a ticketed, by-reservation event only. Tickets are available at the bookshop or by calling 540-987-8444. The most remarkable thing about “German Boy” is the vivid and detailed reconstruction of events exactly as they happened—not as if recalled years later by an adult, but as told from the perspective of the boy who lived them. The book is written in the voice of that boy, with all the innocence, wonder and naivete that a child possesses. “I have been asked how I could remember details, including conversations, Sherertz offered the following advice: • If you believe you may have come in contact with a biological agent, do not panic. • Remember that biological agents can be absorbed by the skin, swallowed or inhaled. Although the most dangerous, it is difficult to inhale biological agents. • If infected, the key is early treatment. • Be careful when receiving unsolicited mail. Pay special attention to envelopes or packages that have a postmark different from the return address, or if the name or address is ] Blue Rag Gardens iNiamea varienes: Japanese-Dark red and Pink Doubles-Blush White and Pink Others in limited quantities 540-923-4234 • Route 231, between Banco and Etlan fr—. .. .. Jenkins Tree Service & Landscaping pully= Trimming • Topping • Take Downs • Stump Removal Mulching • Fertilizing • Root Feeding • Spraying Lot Clearing • Cleanup • Quality Work C.R. Jenkins ExCdVdtilig PO Box 331 540-987-9048_Sperryville, VA 22740 Km- hstim.ites • Wr Sri vie r Ml Ml) f, VA with such vividness and exactitude,” the author writes in his introduction. “The answer is simple. I carried these pictures of life and death in the vault of my memory, unchanged by time, until I was ready to write them down. For much of my life I tried to forget what I had seen, smelled, felt and heard in those days of horror. Once I sat down and started to write, it was as if I were stepping back in time and reliving it all....everything tumbled out as if it were on videotape.” Videotape is an apt description of this memoir, which moves with the quick pace and high drama of a suspense movie, from the family’s narrow escape from the advancing Russian troops to the depressing, dehumanizing life in the dreary barracks of a refugee camp. Yet the book is not all horror and grief, for the boy and his family encounter heroic acts of bravery and human kindness from many—both Germans and Americans—who help them survive their ordeal. Along the way, the young German boy is fascinated by the flyers of warplanes, and by the American crews who flew the Berlin Airlift to supply the food and fuel to frustrate the Russians’ effort to strangle the divided German city into submission. He dreams of becoming one of those men, and after immigrating to America in 1951, eventually joins the U.S. Air Force to realize his dream. Col. Samuel retired after 30 years of service in the Air Force, and now lives in Fairfax, Va. His book has received favorable reviews in incomplete or has errors. • Be especially careful with packages that appear to have excess postage (since the sender was trying to avoid having the package weighed), and packages that are excessively taped together. Beware of stained or leaking packages. What to do if you receive and open a suspicious package? Sherertz says, • Do not shake the package or envelope, or try to empty it. • Do not show it to other people, who may become exposed. • Place the package in a plastic bag or cover with newspaper, and leave it in a closed room. Tucker is a 6 year old, black and tan Lakeland Terrier. She lives on Hunters Road near the Peyton Farms area and has been missing since Friday, October 12. She is sadly missed by her family, especially our two daughters. There is a reward for her safe return. Please call 540-987-8381. 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Samuel’s accomplishment in his forward to this book: “I think German Boy has all the qualities of greatness, including a strong narrative, the depiction of high drama in ordinary people’s lives, memorable characters—some of whom are evil and some of whom perform extraordinary acts of kindness—and two strong-willed and courageous central figures, mother and son, caught up in a cataclysm but enduring, surviving, prevailing. I love the book.” - ___ The book, a 368-page paperback, retails for $15.95. Tickets to the author event cost $16, and will entitle the attendee to a signed copy of the book as well as admission to Col. Samuel’s talk. Tickets must be purchased in advance of the Oct. 26 event. For further information, call the Old Sperryville Bookshop, 540-987-8444. WE BUY USED BOOKS Single books or whole collections Old Sperryville BOOKSHOP Histone Main Street. Sperryville (540) 987-8444 : Kiokchtirtbitteaithlink.net itizens of ahannock County, are you... Concerned that your Commonwealth Delegate has significant experience in elected and appointed office? Delegate Louderhack was for eighteen years an investigator and manager in the General Accounting Office, the investigative arm of Congress. He served as an elected member of the Page County Board of Supervisors for eight years. He is in his first two year term as a member of the House of Delegates, serving the 15th District. He serves on the Finance, Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources and Militia & Police Committees. Concerned about education? Delegate Louderhack this year introduced a budget amendment which . would include all Virginia school districts in the Northern Virginia "competitive salaries" extra teacher teacher and staff funding Concerned about high taxes? Delegate Allen Louderhack has led the charge in House taxwriting committee to lower sales and income tax rates by broadening the base, cutting out exemptions. 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Weekend soccer roundup By Nanette Hogan Rappahannock News Writer Rappahannock Youth Soccer League played its fifth weekend of games, Saturday, Oct. 13. An epic battle of monumental caliber that pitted former teammates and coaching staff against one another was played Saturday. The U-8 Raptors and ()range Cnish slugged it out to a - 2 score with Coach Hazel’s team the victor. Woody Hazel and < 'liflon Smith proved to be a tough adverse against the 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 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975 Orange Crush. Conor O'Heir and Seth Wayland scored for the Crush. In the end. a good time was had by all and the two U-8 Rappahannock teams left the field in good spirits and comraderv. Coach Letsen’s U-8's defeated Madison 5 - 3 at Madison Wrangler with James Mullins scoring three goals and TV Bigelow one goal. The.U-10 girls were shut out 3-0 by a skilled Madison team. The Rapp girls were impressive though, keeping the first half scoreless. Brittani Dodson and Christine Pankow played their hearts out, working tirelessly up and down the field. Sarah Hazel played another great game at midfield, dropping back to cover the middle of our goal and clearing the ball repeatedly. Many parents commented afterward on the ball skills the girls have developed as well as their ability to play as a team. It was a great team effort from everyone. The Rappahannock Rockets blasted their way through another tough game on Saturday. The team had some trouble with penalties but pulled through to tie 3-3. Austin Burdick played forward as a new strategy and did he deliver! The passing was incredible as was the receiving from Burdick. He was able to get off one goal in the first half, and came across with the second goal to tie up the game. Jacob Racer showed his fancy footwork and stole the ball from Culpeper to score from the penalty line. A beautiful boot into the net and the game was tied. We had a full team Saturday and we were very happy to have the bake sale YOUR FREE GIFT , FROM ESTEE LAUDER All Your Favorites... yours with any Estee Lauder purchase of 21.50 or more. Worth 60.00 . .... 1ST11 LA! DI N So Mr iim D..-I- II. V W.n- ■ . I i I . O/ Il/ l lo ,1... I ' FSTfcb l AUDI R Wcstlu ni <-1 ill Fj- •• «(|(t | hi,,.,| ( j, , |, 'f'l Now you're blushing A new compact with a double dip of color for cheeks... 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Creme 1.7 oz., 45.00. Lotion 1.7 oz.. 45.00 Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Day! WARRENTON CENTER • WARRE\l< >\ VA»">-tii :4~ | • HOURS: MON.-SAf. 10-9; S14N U-(> goodies to keep our energy up. Thanks to all who donated! Coach Oz’s U-10 team won a thriller of a game against visiting Madison. At half-time, our team was losing 2-1 with our only score coming from Huck Pace. Then the second half began and Madison scored again. Instead of giving up. Coach Oz’s team became fired up. Strong cross passing, relentless strikes at the Madison’s goal and the scores by Brian Shafrah, Daniel Clemments and Zack Wayland helped to create a great come from behind win! Pinal score was 4-3. This game was definitely a crowd pleaser! The Blue Lightning U-12 Rapp girls took on Fauquier in New Baltimore this past Saturday. The Rapp girls looked very’ impressive early as they had several shots on goal by Ella Miller, Hannah Rosenbaum, Emily Carter and Osha Kondori using speed, good footwork and passing. Megan Wheatley had several big stops as the Blue Lightning first half goalie. Fauquier scored about midway through the first half on a slicing comer shot. The Rapp girls countered quickly on an excellent upfield pass from Noel Johns to Hannah Rosenbaum. Hannah then beat the Fauquier defense and goalie knotting the score at 1 apiece. Nearing the end of the first half Blue Lightning defender Emma Hathaway saved a goal by kicking the ball out of the goal area when Rapp goalie Megan Wheatley found herself on the ground after colliding with a Fauquier striker on a save. When the whistle blew ending the first half the Blue Lightning girls and Fauquier girls were all even. The second half saw the ball bouncing Fauquier’s way. Megan, Hannah, Emily, Lily Day, and Tiana Lucking continued to push the ball down the field on offense. Ella, Jordan Lysaght, Kylie Harlow, Maia Lucking, Caroline Massie, Alicia Smith, Emma Dodd-Henze and Alana Bryn-Cloud shored up the midfield and defensive units. As both teams tried to get their offenses going, Fauquier quickly found themselves two goals on deflected shots. Suddenly our Blue Lightning found themselves down 3-1 trying to put together some offense against a now defensive minded Fauquier. The final score was Fauquier 3, Blue Lightning 1 in a much closer game than the score indicates. This young team’s skills and confidence improve weekly and if they continue to play together will be an excellent team for the Rappahannock Soccer League and Rapp schools for many years. LI-12’s Green Dragons played on home field against Madison with a score Madison 2 Dragons 1. The U-14 RIOT played Coach Hutehinds Culpeper team at RCHS. RIOT was in good form from the kick-ofT as they kept Culpeper tiying to catch up. RIOT made frequent substitutions keeping fresh legs where Culpeper wanted to play their game and gain some momentum. Coach Pendleton’s RIOT was up at the half but kept his players levelheaded about their lead. Second half was more ' intense as the first with RIOT dominating most all of the field. Carlos Flores and Chris Harris had the goals again this week with assists coming from everywhere. Samantha Harlow , Paige Lysaght and Gunner Propst controlled the mid-field while the defense led by Ry Wellemever and Keeper Tbmmy Pendleton took away the Culpeper offense that got to close. Culpeper was kept to one goal and one successful PK and RIOT put five into the net and many more all around it. Coach Tbm was very pleased with the game and said “...everyone’s confidence is growing and not just with themselves but with what they can do together. They all challenge each other so well now that they have to work harder just to play at practice.” Final score 2-5 GO RIOT The U-18 Rapp team hosted Madison at home at RCHS. Any time Madison and Rapp get - together it is an exciting soccer game. Keeper Jeremey Graves was hot on the action, up until he was kicked in the face as he was diving to save the ball.There was no goal for Madison but injured Jeremy had to come out. Madison’s attack was constant with Adrianne Moore at , midfield and Patrick Lawery at ■* sweeper, they were kept busy getting the ball back into Rapps possession. Jeremy was back at Keeper in second half allowing Zack Ashby , Juan Tisera and others to get some good shots on goal but Madison held all Rapp attempts off. Madison takes this one back home with a 3-0 shut out. With Over 50 Years Experience Motorcycle Factory, Inc. OPEN HOUSE; Oct. 20th All In Stock Units $1 under Invoice Recommended only for riders 16 years and older. 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Storytelling evening returns to Ki Theatre “No Ordinary Person," Ki Theatre's delightful and hugely popular annual evening of autobiographical storytelling, will he presented this year on Friday, Nov. 9 at 8 p.m. Featuring storytellers Barbara Adolfi, Joyce Abell and Sallie Morgan, this year’s program promises to be one of the most varied evenings since this series’ inception. In her first stage appearance, Barbara Adolfi stretches the concept of autobiography in two adventurous ways. In her first piece, she reinterprets the fairy tale. “The Three Bears," giving it a modern twist about family relations. In her second piece, she sweeps us along through the days of her strict Italian Catholic childhood dominated by three strong women, her grandmother, great aunt and mother, and reveals how. this summer in Tuscany, those childhood restrictions burst open in the vivid “Dance of the Tarantula." She will be assisted in the dancing section by Jeanne Drevas, with drumming by Lorraine Culculli. Joyce Abell returns with two contrasting pieces about exceptional journeys in her life, one as a little girl, the other as an adolescent. The first, “Little Girl Tossed," is another of her tales of young childhood, this time about her travels with her parents down to New Orleans in 1929, on the way encountering bigotry, abandonment and literally breathtaking friendship. Her second story, “How I Got to College," reveals the funny-bitter turning point in her life when, on her way from high school to college, she lost her elite self-image and, through Sisyphean travails, gained a quite different, not entirely wished-for, image of an uncertain future. Sallie Morgan returns this year with an experience that many in the audience are sure to find themselves identifying with, her encounters with The Boss From Hell. But Bosses from Hell come in all shapes and sizes and Sallie Morgan’s was one of the more virulent variety. As you listen to her tale, you may find yourself matching your Boss from Hell against hers. Cost of tickets is $10. Because “No Ordinary Person” often sells out, you are urged to make resen utions as soon as possible by calling 987-8408. Please be sure to leave your full name and phone number, as well as the number of tickets you would like to resen’e. RLEP From Page A1 issues under active debate now, this is an unusually challenging time for our Lions From Page A1 Did you know that each year “Apple Butter” lovers come to Rappahannock County to get their yearly “Apple Butter fix”. Some drive many miles just to buy a pint or two, a quart or even a case of 12 jars. Once the “store” is open for business, the jars go really fast. The apple butter making process is very “labor intensive” and involves most of the club members, and usually some Lion wives and neighbors to gather, wash, cut up, haul, cook, bottle and label, as well as sell county. We hope all people interested in the county's future, whether they are members of RLEP or not, will come Friday to learn what we are doing and to share their own ideas with us.” The RCHS culinary arts this favorite Lions product each year. The cooking isn’t done on US 211 in pots at the Co-op anymore. The final work and bottling is done at a very modem canning facility in Keezletown close to Harrisonburg in the Shenandoah Valley area. This year the local apples were donated by Lee’s Orchard and the Lions are grateful for that contribution. We also thank the Faith Mountain Store for allowing us to put our “store” in their parking lot. The remaining pints, quarts and cases will be available this weekend. A pint sells for $4, only $40 for a case of 12. Quarts are $6 or $60 for a case of 12. Keep Your Money In Your Family With Careful Estate Planning The Fauquier Hospital Foundation Presents an Educational Seminar Your Estate: How To Plan It (Planning Your Estate to Benefit Your Family, Not the IRS!) Featuring Dr. J. Dan Recer, writer, speaker and humorist. Dr. Recer is an expert in estate planning who presents more than 100 seminars a year. His presentation otters plain language advice peppered with anecdotes and humor. Learn How To... • Keep your money in the hands of your loved ones • Avoid accidental disinheritance • Avoid estate and gift tax Tuesday, Oct. 30thf 6:00-8:00 p.m. or Wednesday, Oct. 31st, 9:00-11:00 a.m. At the Medical Office Building, 253 Veterans Drive on the Fauquier Hospital campus $10 per person in advance. $15 at the door. For more information or to register call Chrissy Jenkins at 540 341-0822 Fauquier Hospital Foundation 356 Hospital Drive, Warrenton, VA 20186 A salute to American popular songs John Eaton, celebrated jazz pianist and witty raconteur. performs at The Theatre at Washington, Va. on Saturday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. Jazz is a broad description of Eaton’s musical style. His playing encompasses swing, ragtime, and more. The concert in “Little" Washington will include music of Gershwin. Ellington. Cole Porter and Hoagy Carmichael a" all interspersed with Eaton's trademark humorous commentary. Eaton has given more than 200 sold-out lecture/concerts of American popular song, in a series which he developed for the Smithsonian Institution. The series, which was performed both in Washington, D.C., and elsewhere, was broadcast on National Public Radio. Throughout the decades in which Eaton has been delighting audiences in Washington, D.C., and far beyond, he has been accorded accolades galore. Writing in The Nation, Nat Hentoff described him as “the complete pianist a” a bemused master of just about the whole spectrum of jazz language. His taste, imagination, wit, and I would say wisdom, flow with such naturalness.” The New York Times referred to the element of “surprise” in Eaton’s class will serve refreshments after the meeting, and officers of the league will be available to answer questions. RLEP is a non-profit, non-partisan citizens’ organization dedicated to preserving and protecting Rappahannock County’s scenic beauty, natural environment, and rural and historic character. playing and noted that it is “allied with a sensitive and wonderfully logical musical imagination." Political satirist Mark Russell has said that “John Eaton is a fine Bordeaux in a supermarket of musical Gatorade." The combination of musical excellence and sophisticated commentary runs deep in John Eaton’s blood. His great-grandfather led the D’Oyly Carte Opera, his grandfather was a university president, and his father was a political journalist. Eaton was a cum laude graduate of Yale, after which, it has been, humorously remarked, he “turned from the world of high society to a low life of jazz." Eaton’s recent concerts have continued to gain enviable critical acclaim Just last year, Mike Joyce commented in The Washington Post that “some of the leading lights of Broadway shone even brighter than usual at the Barns of Wolf Trap . . . thanks to John Eaton's wonderful solo piano salute." And Washington City Paper, referring to a concert at Blues Alley, pointed out that “along with the polished pianistics, you can expect . . . some wry bet ween-tunes commentary from Eaton a” a man who. should he ever decide to abandon the keyboard. could earn a handsome living as a raconteur."' It has been several years since John Eaton played for an audience in Washington, Va.. and his return to the Theatre here will be welcomed. Tickets for the concert on Saturday, Oct. 27 at 8 p m. are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under For reservations and information phone 540-6751253 or e-mail TheatreVA@aol.com. Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone ( .alls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location in Culpeper... c % 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor i (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975 V'4 .Paid Political AdvertisementTHE QUESTIONS ALLEN LOUDERBACK IS “TOO BUSY” TO DISCUSS WITH VOTERS: Our Shenandoah Valley is confronted by an economic and environmental disaster of huge proportions - the creation of a mega-landfill in Page County designed to attract 1,500 tons of garbage everyday, most of it trucked in over our congested highways and through our scenic small towns by 150 tractor-trailers everyday. This prospect poses a terrible threat to our safety on the roads, our air quality, our ground water, our quality of life. My opponent's role in creating this calamity raises serious questions about his suitability for public office. Yet when asked to respond to my challenge to debate the situation, he claimed to be “too busy.” The following are some of the questions he will not discuss with the voters: Regarding the original 1992 contract between Page County and Tellurian Inc. to construct and operate the county s new Battle Creek landfill: q To what extent were you involved with the negotiation of this contract, and did you vote to approve it? q Were you aware that the contract was signed before any request for proposal and competitive bidding process had been undertaken by the county, in violation of Virginia ! law? q Were you aware at the time that the total capitalization of the corporate shell to which ; you awarded a $50-million contract was $900, that it had no track record in the work required by the contract, and did not have the required licenses to do the work? q Do you believe that a contract obliging the county to pay for disposing of 250 tons of l garbage per day when the county generates only a fraction of that amount of garbage was in the best interest of the county? Did you understand that the only way to avoid financial disaster would be to import large quantities of out-of-state garbage? q Did you approve of illegally advancing $200,000 in Page County funds to the president of Tellurian for a purpose not related to the Page County landfills, i.e., so that another shell company he was involved in could purchase a trash transfer station in Washington D.C.? Regarding the subsequent contract amendment w ith Tellurian Inc. to close the Stanley landfill: q Did you vote to approve the transfer of $100,000 worth of Page County's landfill equipment to Tellurian for one dollar? How was this in the best interest of Page County? q Were you involved in, and did you approve of, helping Tellurian lease landfill equipment in such a way as to avoid personal property and sales taxes by falsely representing to the IRS that the county was the purchaser and owner of the equipment? q When it was brought to your attention that yet another shell corporation involving the former president of Tellurian owed the county more than $409,000 in tipping fees, what did you do to collect that money? Where is that money now? BRAD POLLACK Independent for House of Delegates Standing Up For What’s Right Your vote for Brad Pollack is a vote against using the Shenandoah V alley as a dump for out-of-state garbage 148 North Main Street, Woodstoek, VA 22664 459-8600 or 800-296-3029 bpollack@shentel.net www.shentel.net/pollack/ Authorized by Friends of Brad Pollack

-&appaf)annocfe J£eto6— 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: RappNews9timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.timescommunity.com WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2001 Our View Giving We also need to remember local fire and rescue companies When America was attacked Sept. 11, Americans responded. Those of us, who had - jobs to do, those trained in emergency, security and medical services, turned to their tasks, sometimes placing themselves in danger. Many of the rest of us wanted also to do something, and we did. We prayed; we gave blood, and whether it was in support of the many fund raising activities, or simply writing our own check to the Red Cross, Salvation Army, one of the special 911 funds, or other charity, we gave needed assistance and financial support to the many victims and their families who needed it. We can all be proud of the way individual Americans responded to those in need. But as a community, we cannot afford to let emergency charity benefit at the expense of our regular, community charitable needs. Several Fire and Rescue companies in Rappahannock including Amissville, Sperryville and Flint Hill, as well as other charitable organizations are just beginning their annual fund drives. It is times like these that we always ask more of our non-profit assistance and service organizations. The emergency is not over. Most of our emergency contributions went to needs outside our community. Now, many of us will be asked to contribute to our own community needs, at levels more than we did last year, in addition to what we have done in response to September’s emergency. Our response will be another measure, here at home, of America’s strength. We encourage you to give locally. Intramural Program RCES has a program that promotes physical development and activities for all children What involves as many as 35 students in a single after school event, promotes physical development and leaves an entire community in awe and amazement? The Intramural Program at ' RCES under the direction of Mrs. Rhonda Jenkins. Thanks to the support of Principal Raye Tupper and others, there’s such a program at RCES four - times a week. Fourth and fifth graders are involved ; on Monday and Tuesday and sixth and seventh graders on Wednesday and Thursday. There’s a full ( house everyday. ; Mrs. Jenkins has put together a phenomenal pro! gram and teaches the basics of a variety of sports, : stressing the rules and sportsmanship. Everyone { plays and receives a good workout regardless of their ! skill level. We applaud Mrs. Jenkins for her efforts { and are grateful to RCES and its fine support staff for | encouraging this program. 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 bv e-mail (bwayland@timespapers.com). Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Photo/Barbara C. Wayland Lisa Collis, wife of Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mark Warner, was in Rappahannock on Friday, Oct. 12 at a “Save Our Stream” program at the farm of Clifford Miller in Sperryville. She was joined by Ben “Cooter” Jones, members of Trout Unlimited and several Rappahannock residents as we listened to ways to protect Virginia’s waterways. Letters Historical Society setting the record straight I write to address the erroneous perceptions or outright misrepresentations that continue to appear in comments and letters about the role of the Rappahannock Historical Society in the pending applications for seven personal wireless antenna facilities or cell towers in the County. The Rappahannock Historical Society is neither for nor against personal wireless facilities in the County. However, we do believe that any application for a facility in the County must include the review of historic properties mandated by law before it should be acted upon by the Planning Commission or the Board of Supervisors. The National Historic Preservation Act and its implementing regulations provide that an historic review must be a part of an application involved in any federal undertaking when it has “the potential to cause effects on historic properties”. The Sprint applications are federal undertakings because the construction and operation of the proposed facilities must be licensed by the Federal Communications Commission. What is this historic review and how is it accomplished? As an application proceeds at the local level, the FCC looks to a state’s historic preservation officer (for us, it is the Virginia Department of Historic Resources) and the public in the affected area. Where there is particular knowledge, experi ence or expertise, a public organization, such as the Rappahannock Historical Society, can seek consulting party status, and, if granted, can he directly involved in the consideration of whether a proposed application may “affect districts, sites, buildings, structures or objects significant in American History, architecture, archaeology, engineering or culture, that are listed, or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.” An applicant is expected to identify in its application any property 50 years old or older within the potentially affected area of an antenna location. Working from this list, the state officer and consulting parties can then evaluate whether the effect on an historic property is adverse, that is, whether the proposed antenna would adversely affect the integrity of the property’s location or setting, by, for example, introducing visual elements that diminish the integrity of the property’s significant historical features. The officers and board members of the Rappahannock Historical Society agreed to seek consulting party status to participate in the historic review required for these applications on Nov. 3, 2000, and were given that status by the FCC on Nov. 20, 2000. At the time the applicant appeared before the Planning Commission on Sept. 19, 2001, the Rappahannock Historical Society objected to the consider ation of the applications in a written statement submitted for the record of that hearing, which I verbally summarized. At no time during the 10 months we were consulting parties had there been any meaningful historic review in which we participated. As late as the hearing date, the applicant still had not responded to the state officer’s request for the listing of historic properties, a critical first step in the conduct of any historic review. Our conclusion was that we did not know with certainty if any of the locations had Em adverse effect on any historic property. Our position on the applications was specifically limited to the failure of the applicant to bring in completed applications for consideration, for lack of the historic reviews. We appreciate the fact that an application could be approved even if an historic review concludes that one or more historic properties would be adversely affected by the antenna location. However, as stated at the hearing: “If we are to be true to our mission to preserve our Rappahannock heritage, as well as to our status as a consulting party under the National Historic Preservation Act, the Rappahannock Historical Society must insist that the historic review of the applications for these antenna locations be in keeping with the language and intent of the law. The applications ... without this historic review, are prema Warner - excellent choice for Virginia For those who have not met Mark Warner or may be undecided in their vote in the upcoming election for Governor of Virginia, I would like to tell about my experience working with him. I served as project architect on the renovation of his historic row house in Alexandria, a project that took more than two years to complete. Warner assembled a team of top-notch professionals to advise and guide him and his wife Lisa. During our many meetings, he continually expressed a genuine appreciation and respect for the opinions and expertise of each of us. Something that always struck me about working with Mark was that each member of the design/construction team had an actual “vote” in the decision-making process. He also understood that the low bid wasn’t always a bargain in the long run. Working on his project was a highlight of my professional career and a genuine pleasure. Now, years later, I consider Mark and Lisa friends and sincerely believe that he will be an excellent Governor for Virginia. John Van Ness Washington Vote Republican - for rights and freedoms Bureaucrats love regulations - their very existence depends on them. Without regulations, (laws, ordinances or other types of rules) telling all of us what we can and cannot do, their offices, staffs, and “perks” probably wouldn’t exist or at least could not grow. While obviously some regulation is necessary to ensure the orderly society that we have hired our government to provide, the Republican party has been steadfast in rejecting many new regulations and discarding others that impinge on our freedoms. The other major party has a record of pressing for evermore regulations, and accompanying bureaucrats, (and taxes to support them) that erode our rights as a free people, and deplete our pocketbooks. With some pressures appearing now to “give up some of our freedoms to achieve more security”, for example national I.D. cards, it is more important than ever that we elect a Virginia government that supports our rights as a free people, and will not use the “war on terrorism” to advance an agenda of more and more regulation(s), more taxes and less freedom. Vote for Mark Earley, Jay Katzen, Jerry Kilgore, and Allen Louderback, candidates with a record of protecting our rights and freedoms. Erma and Tom Pendergast Washington ture.” The Rappahannock Historical Society is neither for nor against cell towers. That is not part of our mission. We-are for the good faith conduct of the historic review process that is supposed to be a part of the applications and we are against any action on an application if that review has not been completed. We should not be a silent witness to a process that denies the historic properties of Rappahannock County the protection the National Historic Preservation Act was intended to provide to ensure their integrity. That must be a part of our mission. Finally, I object for the record to the repeated characterization of the Rappahannock Historical Society as a “special interest” group. We are a voluntary membership, non-profit organization, open to one and all. We count 230 households in our membership, of which"T41 are in Rappahannock Couifty and all 230 of which haveToots of one kind or another in Rappahannock County. Our • charter states our mission to be “to draw together, in a spirit of cooperation, all our people who are interested in searching out and preserving our heritage in; Rappahannock County.” I call that a common interest, not a special interest, one that s©ek$ to unite our people, not divide them. Ray Gooch, President Rappahannock Historical Society Warner responds to Makela’s comments Here we go again! I take no pleasure in responding (not even once in a while) to any letter to the Rappahannock News, but , when they are vicious and ! inaccurate personal attacks I think I would be misunder-’i stood to be timid and willing to accept these attacks, lest J be considered “argumenta- < tive" and uppity to engage in public discourse. * While I do not agree with the writer’s analysis and dial cussion of the events as they transpired at the Sept. 18: ! School Board Meeting, I certainly respect and defend his right to do so. (Letter to theT Editor, Rappahannock Ngftg; See WARNER, Peg‘e A7 More letters on Page* 47 :

Warner From Page A6 .‘‘Public Awareness on School Jssues Needed”, Oct. 3, 2001). ; The writer of that letter is one Mr. Ronald Makela who Represented Jackson District on the Rappahannock County ISchdol Board for one - four |yeai* term. In fairness to Mr. Makela (although this pains •me), I must confess to be sans [any personal knowledge of •how, well he did or did not iserve his district. What I do know, (from ^public record), is that he was overwhelmingly rejected for [reelection in the 1999 general election, and again in the special election in 2000, and in the meantime he was rejected for the interim appointment (by the School Board) in 2000. In spite of all of this, Mr. Makela has continued to attend (almost) every Board Meeting, and make a presentation at each. Now, this, in and of itself, deserves no criticism, but he appears to wish to participate in Board deliberations as though he were a member. On several occasions he has been extraordinarily impolite and disrespectful to me personally. On at least one occasion, having shouted out an insult from the audience, during a meeting of the Board, and on two other occasions a verbal assault on me in the hallway outside of the meeting room. Since I had never met the person before my election to the School Board, there must be some reason for his hostility toward me which might only be obvious to most loathsome among us. (More about that later.) It is not my purpose to embarrass Mr. Makela, but I do feel constrained to point out several problems with his letter. I hope that others will deal with most of the other inaccuracies, and I will only deal with the two that offend me personally. First, the statement that “On several occasions I have heard School budget concerns [ The first question I presented to the Board was a [question I had asked my school representative twice •before, starting last May. The [question was: Why, in the [2001-2002 budget, did the •yeafs of experience change [for ’the elementary school 'principal (ESP) high school [assistant principal (HSAP) [and^the now director of cur•riculum and instruction [(DOI)? The 2000-2001 budget [showed the ESP and the DCI •with 20 years of experience, [the HSAP had 13 years. In [the 2001-2002 budget their ■years of experience were listled as 22 and 15 respectively. [There was no notation • explaining the change. , lhe tirst answer I got to |the question was that it was .probably a typo. The second ;answer referred to a change ;in the scale. The third .answer, which was written, j stated that these three individuals requested that Assistant Superintendent Mary Anne Biggs review their years of experience as each questioned the accuracy. The Assistant Superintendent found their years of experience to be in error. She prepared a document requesting proper placement of the employees. The correction was made in the 2001-2002 budget by posting the proper years of experience and double stepping their salaries. I requested and received a copy of the document, which was in fact three letters, the Assistant Superintendent seemed to have prepared and they indicated that the ESP and DCI began their teaching careers sometime in 1979 and the HSAP sometime in 1985. They were not specific to the day or month. There was no indication as to the reason the misplacement had occurred. Two of the three letters were unsigned. 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The second question concerned the one percent increase in the high school principals Salary between the draft budget dated March 27 and the actual budget dated June 25. The draft budget indicated a salary of $78,471.98, but the actual budget amount changed to $79,256.70. Both budgets indicated years of experience at 31 years. The Superintendents answer is as follows: “The 2001-2002 draft budgeted salary for the high school principal was based on the salary being paid to the former principal who was improperly placed upon the salary scale. In 2000-2001, the former high school principal has 30 years experience but was paid at 21 years experience. The School Board was double stepping employees annually in an attempt to correct improper salary placements. During the 20012002 budget process a new high school principal was hired. In order to attract a principal in the highly competitive leadership market, it was necessary to offer full credit for experience. The new principal has 31 years of experience. Since the actual cost of the new principal was known for 2001-2002 school year it was included in the final budget.” Bill Clinton couldn’t have given a more confusing answer. The question was: Why did the salary increase by one percent? The salary schedule in the 2001-2002 budget indicated a salary of $78,471.98 for 31 years experience. When I questioned the Superintendent on this he stated he really didn’t know how many years of experience the high school principal had. At the board meeting on Sept. 18 he told the Board the high school principal had 37 years of experience but did not indicate on what that figure was based. ' It is important to note that salary schedules for the school system stop at 31 years. After that employees receive a one percent annual increase. I’ll cover more about salary schedules next week. In closing I want to be clear about the fact that I am not necessarily questioning how much people are being paid, but how those amounts are determined. It needs to be understood that in order to attract quality employees we must pay salaries that are competitive, but we must insure that we follow established policy in so doing. Ron Makela Amissville Stonewall/Hawthorne representative say that the only time the board is required to listen to public comment is at an advertised public hearing”. The statement is not a direct quote from me. Parts of it are taken from a much more comprehensive clarification given during a discussion on the issue of public participation in the deliberations of the Board. The only reason I discuss this item here is to point that it seemed strange to me that Mr. Makela would introduce me into his discussion when the basis for his letter had nothing to do with me. Second, (and here is where one might be able to gain some insight into the reason for the above). Taking into account the foregoing attacks by Mr. Makela I begin to get a hint as to why he is “amazed that an African-American who grew up during the civil rights movement would have such an opinion.” There are several things wrong with that statement: 1. 1 did not grow during the civil rights movement, 2. I did not emigrate from the continent of Africa, (as matter of fact of all of my travels I have never been to Africa in my life, nor has any member of my family that I am aware of). I grew up in the 20’s, 30's and 40’s right here in Rappahannock County of the Virginia Commonwealth in the United States of America, long before the civil rights movement and am, therefore, an American period, and not an hyphenated American. So, you see, by this reference, if I were some kind of hyphenated American, it would appear according to that reference, I would not have the right to have, nor express “such an opinion.” Thank God I’m an American, and God bless America! E. Franklin Warner, Member, Rappahannock County School Board Stonewall/Hawthorne District All citizens entitled to cell phone service The Sprint Company wants to extend their cell phone network to Rappahannock County to gain new customers and to better serve customers traveling to and through the county. Cell phone business is profitable and there are many competing companies. If Sprint gets their network operational first they will have an advantage both in connecting new customers and leasing space ' on their towers. Sprint pays a property owner $1,000 (plus or less) per month lease for a tower site. Sprint is willing to spend an extra $100,000 to build each of three proposed silos to replace their standard towers. They are prepared to build roads and to hide towers with artificial or natural trees and shrubbery or whatever is wanted. Name your paint. For a year, Sprint at the suggestion of county officials has been meeting with the special interest groups (SIG’s) who don’t really want cell towers or the service they provide. The purpose of these meetings were to reconfigure the original seven tower network to overcome SIG’s objections to tower height, location and visual aspects. As a result of this year long effort we now have a new seven tower configuration that serves less citizens and excludes towers originally planned for fire and rescue stations and adds three silos. However SIG people are still unhappy. We have wasted a year for all citizens and Sprint has expended time and engineering in an effort to try to please what they thought were groups representing the majority of county citizens. They were wrong. Now is the time for the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors to step in and take control of the situations. Active participation with Sprint officials is needed on behalf of all citizens. It’s time to get the foxes out of the chicken house. If necessary the county should hire a cell phone network expert to help them work with Sprint to develop a system that will maximize service to as many county citizens as possible. At the same time they should try to use fire and rescue and county owned land in order to put lease funds into the county treasury. The county should consider purchasing property on which to locate towers if necessary. Other counties have built towers to lease to any cell phone company. The tower at Clevenger’s Comer is a lease tower built by the SBA Company. A neighboring county is planning to provide cell phones to their elderly for 911 emergency use. Sprint wants something from us so lets negotiate with them to get the best deal we can. We may not get another opportunity. As for towers spoiling our views in the county, we see many things that could be considered as visually objectionable but that’s the reality of life. We can’t control everything. It’s called freedom. Over 350 citizens of the Amissville area have signed petitions for a tower to be returned as originally planned to the Ami Seville » « Fire and Rescue Station* After 31 years with a “SIG” deciding what is good or not good for us maybe we should organize our own SIG called “Citizens Coalition for Common Sense”. Robert Lindquist Amissville An open letter to the County citizens The Rappahannock County Department of Social Services is actively seeking patient and caring couples and individuals to serve as foster parents for girls and boys from birth through 18 years of age. Children are placed in foster care, usually temporarily, for many reasons. While family problems are being resolved, these young children require secure and caring environments. Foster parents become part of a team effort to care for dependent children and youth and to reunite families with their children. Foster parents make a difference in the lives of children and youth. Although most foster child placements are less than six months, foster parents are given financial assistance, training and 24-hour support services. If you would like more information, call the foster parent recruiter at 675-3313 or stop by the Rappahannock Library on Monday, Oct. 22 from 6 until 7:30 p.m. to discuss any concerns or ask questions. ,, .. , , Barbara Willard Foster Parent Recruiter/Trainer Life Line Screening The nation’s leading vascular screening service Saving Uvea through preventive screening since 1993. Life Line Screening is dedicated to providing the highest quality imaging technology at an affordable rate. Our goal is to make people aware of a previously undetected health problem and encourage them to seek follow up care with their physician. Well! h& in vour neighborhood! Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue 10 Firehouse Lane Thursday - October 25, 2001 Pre-Registration Required Call: 800-407-4557 Also... 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• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 October 17, 2001 www.timescommunity.com Cold greenhouse greens workshop Learn about raising fall and wjnter greens in an unheated greenhouse. On Saturday, Oct. 2$> Donna LaPre will give an tour and workshop, explaining the techniques of growing and harvesting vegetables fall through spring, in a simple hoophouse from 10 to 11:30a.m. Cost is $5 and students are free. Call 675-2365 for details and directions. Drevas’ work on exhibit The exhibit entitled, ‘'Gleanings from Rappahannock 2001: of and from the Forest,” by Jeanne Drevas is currently on display at Blue Ridge Windows in Warrenton. The exhibit runs through Nov. 23. Additional information is available at Www.blueridgewindows.com. Pumpkin carving contest scheduled 1 A pumpkin carving contest sponsored by the Rappahannock County 4-H Adult Leaders Association will be held on Oct. 31. Bring your carved pumpkin to the front of the Washington Arts Building on Gay Street (location of the Extension Office) between 5 and 5:30 p.m. Carved pumpkins will be judged in the following age divisions: 5-8 years, 9-12 years, 13-16 years, and 17 years and older. Categories in the divisions will be the scariest pumpkin, the funniest pumpkin, and most original pumpkin. Winning pumpkins will receive a ribbon and recipients will receive a special “sweet” surprise. For more information call the Extension Office at 675-3619. All pumpkins must be removed by 9 p.m. Rapidan Better Housing has funds for fixing homes Do you: need running water in your home? need an indoor bathroom? own your house? have limited income? If you answered “yes” to the above questions, funds are available now to help you. The funds are part-grant and part zero percent interest loan. For eQdditional information Rappahannock residents should ball 540-948-3274. Smithsonian at Little Washington The tenth season in the “Smithsonian at Little Washington"concert series opens cm Saturday, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m. when the Theatre at Washington, Va., and the Smithsonian Chamber Players present the Castle Trio playing music of Haydn and Beethoven. ' To celebrate the milestone of ten years of chamber music from the Smithsonian the series opens and closes with a “Series Within a Series,” in which the Castle Trio will play two of Haydn’s last three great sets of piano trios, plus two of Beethoven’s ground breaking trios written while Beethoven was Studying with Haydn. The renowned Castle Trio comprises Grammy-awardWinning pianist Lambert Orkis, Cellist Kenneth Slowik and violinist Marilyn McDonald. As soloists and in chamber music ensembles, each of the three has recorded extensively and toured both nationally and internationally. ’ Tickets for the concert are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 years and under. Phone 540-6751253 or send e-mail to TheatreVA@aol.com for reservations. Dried Flower Sale and House Tour - how it all started By Nels Parson Rappahannock News Writer Flossie Williamson, a creative, dynamic lady who had adopted Rappahannock County as her home, returned from Williamsburg in 1955 with some unusual flower bouquets. The flowers were all dead! But they were cleverly preserved to retain color and shape indefinitely. The beauty of these dried flower arrangements intrigued her and they looked so easy to make. She collected some materials, Dotsy Davis and Lois Snead made a few and they offered them at the annual Trinity Episcopal Church bazaar (to raise money for the Parish Hall). The response was enthusiastic; all sold. The next year Flossie helped Lois, Dotsy and a few others to create and sell more. The third year the ladies took their products to the Woodward and Lothrop charity exhibit hall at Seven Corners in Northern Virginia and sold them there. Woodie’s was not too enthusiastic, however, because the dried flowers hurt the nearby silk flower sale. Then the ladies hit on the idea of inviting the public to a tour of several homes in the county - with the dried flowers displayed in them for sale! By this time such artists as Christine Johnson, Emily Miller, Mata Tholand, Tance Montague, Matilda Walker, Ruth Pillar, Natalie Lewis, Quita Parrish, Donna Parson and others had joined the effort. A few men, including George Davis, former commonwealth attorney, also created arrangements. The project evolved into sales of the bouquets each year, displayed in the church parish hall and supplemented by tours of three interesting homes. The year James Kilpatrick and David Brinkley offered their homes the ladies made more than $15,000. The house tour is a major production as well. Many people are involved in directions to the homes, traffic control and parking, hosting each room of every house, and providing afternoon tea. In recent years, Mary' Ann Kuhn has graciously offered her “Middleton” for the teas. Charlotte Nichols and Frances Russell provided the Tea and worked on other activities for many years. This year, as in previous years. The First Baptist Church will graciously provide for sale box lunches of chicken sandwiches, ham biscuits, and other delicious offerings. The purpose of this forty-six year old program is to support worthwhile causes both in and beyond the county. With these funds the women of the church have contributed to the Boy Scouts, county social services, volunteer fire departments and missions elsewhere such as the Jackson-Field Home for Girls, an orphanage in Honduras and many others. They have also bought many improvements to church facilities and buildings. Their artistic products are gems of patience, ingenuity and creativity. Patience begins with many hours of growing, collecting and drying materials the entire summer. Some plants can be simply hung up to dry in an attic but most must first be carefully buried in clean sand or highly absorbent silica gel. The flowers collected vary from common wild plants as goldenrod, cattails, and butterfly weed to cultivated straw flowers, baby’s breath, German statice, zinnias, dahlias, roses, larkspur - on and on the list could be extended. Jane Herndon has specialized in drying white zinnias. They also collect and preserve various leaves to provide bases or backgrounds for the flowers. Ingenuity is particularly revealed in the choices of containers for the bouquets. In the early days Lois Snead and Christine Johnson heated old phonograph records in their ovens until the disks became pliable and Photo courtesy o* Paul Arneson DESIGNERS: Left to right, Mrs. Lois Snead, Mrs. Christine Johnston, Mrs. Jane Herndon and Mrs. Donna Parson pose with their works of art and beauty. The ladies along with a host of others have provided lovely arrangements for many years as county residents and visitors alike have enjoyed the annual house tour event. could be shaped as desired. Dot Estes took springs out of an old car and mounted them on a wooden block. These young mothers often worked late at night, after a day’s work with other responsibilities. People contributed gourds, bottles, vases, boxes, trays, baskets, driftwood, even sterling containers, anything that could be used. When George Davis chided Rayner Snead for not contributing, Rayner found a male urinal at a flea market and took it to him. George proceeded to decorate it with old man’s love (whatever that is), thistles, and a cattail and returned ft - to'Rayner. The ladies' chose not to use it. The creativity is eloquent. One needs only to look at the displays to agree. A piece of Styrofoam is often hidden in the base and covered cleverly with leaves, also preserved, or other camouflaging materials. Out of this stand amazing and colorful combinations of flowers, seed pods, and other natural items. On the weekend of Oct. 20-21 these creations will he displayed for sale at the Trinity Episcopal Church parish hall and directions will be provided for tours of the homes. Come and see the bright displays and the unique homes. A natural long-distance runner Backyard Happenings Jim Bywaters Foxes are in the Canidae family, as are dogs, coyotes, and wolves. They do not bark like dogs unless they need to give a warning but they do howl and whine. Red foxes are not always red. Sometimes they look black or silver, but they always have white on the tips of their tails. A red fox is about three feet long from its nose to the end of its bushy tail, usually only weighing 10-15 pounds. They look like they should weigh more but most of their size is fluffy fur. Man is their main predator. Foxes are hunted for sport and are often hunted for their fur. They grow a thick fur coat during the winter to keep them warm. It seems that the more the fox is pursued the more tricks they learn to get away. Other predators of the fox are bobcats, panthers, and wolves, but there are not many of those predators left. When a red fox is scared, he does not usually go into a den. Instead, he depends on his speed and intelligence to help him escape his pursuer. Foxes are built to be long-distance runners, with tough toe pads and hard nails. Red foxes seem to be flourishing in the Virginia Piedmont. They like open fields and wooded areas. They are usually night animals, starting to hunt at sundown. Red foxes are opportunistic feeders, eating pretty much anything they can find. Their diet changes with the seasons. In the summertime, when there are lots of bugs and fruits, foxes eat grasshoppers, beetles, crickets, berries, nuts, and grains. In the wintertime, when the bugs and fruits are gone, they eat small animals like rabbits, birds, turtles, eggs, and even dead animals along the road. However, if it has a choice, one of its favorite foods is a mouse. They are excellent mousers because they can hear one . squeal almost 150 yards away. I see a fox hunting in fields near our Flint Hill home, when it thinks it has found a mouse, it pounces on it and grabs it with its paws. Foxes will also eat your trash if they can find it. Many foxes are starting to live in and around neighborhoods. If they live near a farm they will sometimes kill and eat a few chickens. Many foxes live near people because they can find table scraps and other types of food in a small space. Most foxes need a large living space or territory. They have a home range of one to five miles. Red foxes move over that range looking for food, usually hunting alone. They use urine to mark a spot they have already checked for food. It is like leaving a note to remind them not to go there again. Red foxes can be very territorial, fighting other foxes that come into their area. They rely on their sense of smell, eyesight, and hearing to help them find critters scurrying through tall grass. Red foxes only use dens when they have babies, called kits, to protect. The rest of the time, they find an open place in the grass or brush to rest, so they can watch out for predators. A fox den is usually an old burrow from another animal like a woodchuck. The fox makes it bigger and adds extra tunnels. The den can have as many as five entrances, so the fox can make a quick escape if it has to. Also, red foxes have more than one den, and they usually move the kits around to different dens while they are growing up. A red fox will usually live and hunt alone until the breeding season begins around December. The male and female will then stay together, and three to six babies are usually born in March. They are blind and helpless for about two weeks. During this time, the female, called a vixen, stays in the den with them all the time, and the male brings her food. She feeds milk to the babies and keeps them warm and clean. When the babies are about six weeks old, they start coming out of the den. They fight with each other to decide who is the strongest or domi nant. When they are about three months old, their parents bring mice back for them to practice hunting and eating. After six months, the kits are fullygrown. In October, they head out on their own. Sometimes the daughter foxes will stay with the mother and help her raise the next litter of kits during the following spring. Foxes, like dogs, can catch rabies. Your dog gets shots so it cannot get this disease. In some places, rabies medicine is put out in bait for foxes. This medicine keeps them from getting rabies. But this is very expensive and most foxes do not get the medicine. Normally, foxes are very shy. If a fox walks up to you and acts brave or friendly, it is probably sick. Do not touch it or feed it. Immediately call your local Animal Control. Enjoy the outdoors! Jim Bywaters, Rappahannock News Nature Writer, writes a weekly column. He welcomes reader mail, responses, suggestions cia e-mail at jbhjr@rmaonline.net or mail at P.O. Box 8, Flint Hill, Va. 22627. By Joanne Hil| Rappahannock News 1 America’s Sweetheart*/ a terrifically funny, romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts, Catherine ZetaJones, Billy Crystal and John Cusack will be shown at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington on Friday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. v Set over one weekend at a Las deMRVttt press junket, bigactors and married couple {John and Gwen Harrison -(Catherine ZetaJones) have come to promote their eighth picture together, entitled “Time Over Time.’' With Gwen’s last two Eddie-less Sims bombing in the states, a lot is riding on the success of “Time Over Time?' to boost both of their careers, "f Only one problem stands in the way of a peaceful weekend of joint ‘ promotion; Eddie and Gwen have » split up and are currently not even ^•peaking to each ■mp: . Enter Lee (Billy Crystal), a studio, publicist who has been hired to ree* oncile Eddie and Gwen’s relation* ship, or, at the very least, make it seem to the press that they are st3t getting along. This task won’t be an easy one: Eddie, is in a state of depression, and still believes he is in love, while Gwen has taken up with a Spanish lothario named Hector* f HswkTi i—1st ^fTr^ if • Wfyr ‘ Further oompliciting matters, Gwent’s sister 1—4 personal MiiSiS, ■* '«N‘. Kiki (Julia Roberts), has secret longings of her own for Eddie. The film is cowritten by Crystal and Peter Tolan and directed by Revolution Studios head Joe Roth. Roberts is faultless, Zeta-Jones I turns out to be wonderful at comedy | and Crystal oozes Hollywood \ schmooze. This film is Aut-eit back and enjoy the action in thia wonderfal blend of physical and written comedy. Rated PG-13, the ftlm runi - '4 Weriniitoei

Church A Activities Ik . Dedication planned The members of Willis Chapel United Methodist Church in Huntly wish to extend an invitation to all their friends to join them in the dedication of Reager School on Sunday, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. Special music will be provided. Please bring a covered dish to share. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, children and adults 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Oct. 21 & 22: Dred Flower Sale & House Tour Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Cnurches will have worship services for Sunday, Oct. 21 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. and Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Woodville Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Sen/ice, guest speaker 11 a.m. Choir Practice 6:30 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Revival at Gid Broiun Revival services will be held at Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church Oct. 22-26 at 7:30 each evening. Evangelist Don McCann from Kingsport, Tenn. will be preaching. There will be special singing each evening and a nursery will be provided. Gid Brown Pastor John Burke extends an invitation to all to attend. Gospel program at Amissville Ron and Sharon Frazier from South Whitley, Ind. will be presenting a country gospel program at Amissville Baptist Church on Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. Their music ranges from old standards and hymns, to southern gospel, to the music they have written themselves. All are welcome. Promise Land Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Bus trip to pageant slated The Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Locust Grove, invites Rappahannock resident to travel with them to see the Christmas Pageant presented by Evangel Cathedral, Upper Marlboro, Md. on Saturday, Dec. 1. The pageant is in its 15th year, but this is the first season in the new 2300 seat facility. The bus will leave the church parking lot at 12:15 p.m. and return at approximately 9 p.m. Tickets are $33/person which includes entrance to the show and round trip bus transportation. For more information, contact 399-9815 or e-mail nbrober@yahoo.com. Amissville Baptist Pastor: John Farrar Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Youth Group 6 p.m. . Rejoicers Choir, worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Choir 6 p.m. Bible Study, Missions 7 p.m. Thursday: Bell Choir 6:30 p.m. Revival at Nero Hope The New Hope Baptist Bible Church will be having revival services Oct. 19-21. Service times will be 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 10 and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday. Guests Evangelist Dr. Floyd Brewer will be the preacher each night. There will be special singing at each service. The church is located on the corner of Sons Road and Water Street in Sperryville. For more information call 987-8711. Everyone is invited. 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 Musical at Macedonia The gospel chorus presents in concert the Howard Singers on Saturday, Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church. Refreshments will be served immediately after the program. Everyone is cordially invited to attend. Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Workshop planned The Wayland Blue Ridge Ministers' and Deacons’ Union will sponsor a Deacons and Deaconness workshop on Saturday, Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the new Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Center, Ryland Chapel Road (Route 640), Rixeyville. The workshop sessions will be led by the National Baptist Deacons Convention of America, Inc. The registration fee is $20 per person and includes materials and lunch. Pre-registration is required for lunch reservations and continues through Nov. 14. Onsite registration is $25 per person. For more information, contact Deacon Howard Roberts at 399-9815 or e-mail waylandblueridge@usa.net. FT. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Quarterly meeting plan ned The Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Ushers’ Auxiliary, District No. 1 will hold its quarterly meeting on Saturday, Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. with the Hopewell Baptist Church Usher Board in Sperryville. The Rev. Henry Townes is the pastor and Charlotte Johnson is the president. The emphasis is on “Planning the 2002 Calendar.” All ushers are asked to come and support. Uniforms are not required for this meeting. New Harvest Fellowship Sunday: Worship 10:30 a.m. Feather tick bedding - an old custom The cool crisp nights of fall are upon us, and we once again remember all the hard work that was done in the fall in preparation for a long winter. One of the ways to prepare for winter was the feather tick bedding. Many of the bedrooms were away from the fire and were very cold. Feather ticks are great for keeping you warm. They would fluff up around you and keep you much warmer during the cold winter months. Raising geese on the farm and picking feathers was only the beginning for the making of a fine feather bed. The geese were picked each fall. You had to know what you were doing as you could only pick enough feathers so they could hold their wings up. The feathers would be dried and placed into a cotton bag until there was enough feathers to make a feather tick or pillows. It takes approximately 25 pounds of feathers to make a feather tick, and approximately three pounds of feathers for each pillow. That’s a lot of picking! The feather tick and pillows were made with a heavy cotton material called “ticking”. This was usually a blue and white striped fabric. It takes about a bolt of material or nine yards of fabric to make a feather tick for a double bed. ^ . ■ ' '''■ ■■■', - . ■ ; "*• ' Sperryville By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 The song, “Go tell Aunt Nancy the old gray goose is dead. The one she’s been saving to make a feather bed”. This song had real meaning, especially if they needed another feather tick. After laying on the feather tick all night it would tend to flatten. When the bed was made, you could fluff the feather tick, and it would be like new again. My children have fond memories of spending nights with my mother and sleeping in “Grandmas’ Feather bed” as sung by John Denver. She would have the bed made nicely, and they would jump onto it, making angels on the feather tick just like you would in the snow. Some families slept with a feather tick over them and one under them with covers on top. This made getting out of bed on a real cold morning, a real dread. Each spring and fall the feather ticks would be put in the hot sun to help purify them. They were removed from the bed for the summer months. Eventually the outside fabric would need to be replaced, but the feathers lasted for years and years. You can purchase down feather ticks from the stores, catalogues, and computers now. They are made much nicer and sturdier with the extra stitching to keep the feathers or down from shifting. There are down sleeping bags, vest, pillows, and comforters, all for extra warmth in cold weather. To me, they don’t compare to the warmth of the feather ticks we had, and the love and care that our mother took to create one that was completely handmade. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hall recently returned from a tour of Ireland. Their stops included Kilkenny, Kenmare, Dingle, Galway, Rosscommon and Dublin. On the southern and western coasts, they motored around the Ring of Kerry and visited the Aran Islands. Sightseeing in Dublin included Dublin Castle, the Book of Kells at Trinity College, Grafton Street, and the Guinness factory tour. As their vacation occurred during the events of Sept. 11, they witnessed a genuine outpouring of sympathy for America by the Irish people. On the day of Community breakfast on Saturday Plan now to attend the community breakfast scheduled at the Flint Hill fire hall this Saturday, Oct. 20 at 8:45 a.m. The Flint Hill United Methodist Women will meet on Monday, Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Candy Lamma. Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Hawkins of Fredericksburg were Wednesday visitors of the latter’s mother, Mrs. Edna Lillard. Visiting with Mrs. Lillard on Sunday was her granddaughter, Allison Lillard of Manassas. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Proper of Dickerson, Md. accompanied Mrs. Barbara Gentry to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Dunn and family at Mineral on Saturday for a family gathering. Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 . .. . ; Others present were Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Dodson of Staunton and Mr. and Mrs. Gary Dodson and children of Herndon. The Flint Hill Baptist Church held their homecoming on Sunday, Oct. 14 with the Rev. Douglas Farmer as guest speaker. A covered dish dinner followed at the fire hall. The event was well attended. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service on the second, fourth and . fifth Sundays at 11 a.m. The public is welcome. Pastor Robert Goff and the congregation extends an invitation to all to attend. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Robert and Edward Wince of Flint Hill visited Warren L. Wince and family at Tiney Point, Md. on Saturday, Oct. 13. They had dinner at Solomon’s Restaurant on Solomon’s Island, Md. Our prayers continue for all those on the sick list. Have a wonderful week and give me a call with your news. national mourning, all events were canceled and virtually all businesses were closed. In the days after the tragedy, Dubliners waited for hours outside the American Embassy to express their grief and sign a book of condolences. In a land that is no stranger to tragedy, the kindness and hospitality of the Irish during this period was of great comfort to the thousands of Americans that were stranded there. In this hectic life we all live, please take the time this week to look at the beautiful mountains around us and enjoy the peace and beauty that is ours to enjoy. There were several visits to cemeteries this weekend to clear them of brush and growth. One was the yearly trip to the Bolen Cemetery in the Shenandoah Park. Ms. Ethel Gibson and sons, Rusty and Gary cleared the Woodward Cemetery in Old Hollow. Later they visited with Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser. Ms. Jean Ryalls and Bobby Knighton of Troy were here last Saturday visiting Mrs. Leanna Wharton on Chestnut Land and together they dined at Country Cafe in Washington. We send our condolences to all those who have lost loved ones this week. May God continue to Bless America, and make it a good week. Milams have a daughter Kirk T. and Sheila Milam of Huntly are proud to announce the . birth of their daughter, Anna Elizabeth at ■ Fauquier Hospital on Oct. 5. Anna weighed eight ' pounds and ten ounces and was 20 inches long. She has two brothers, ! Dustin and K.T. Maternal grandpar- . ents are Obed and Joy Peterson of Danville. Paternal grandparents are Harry and Margaret Milam, also of Danville. 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Wagner exhibits at Longview Gallery By Robin B. Purnell Special to the Rappahannock News I had the pleasure to meet with Stephen Wagner at the gallery to discuss his current work on display. Although the subject matter is varied, from dramatic landscapes to detailed closeups of flowers, these meticulously worked paintings display a consistent style, color quality and dedication by the artist to do his very best. This review is in the form of an interview to allow the artist to speak for himself and will, hopefully, add to the viewers experience. Wagner’s work reflects his joy in the act of painting. He’s had a long and successful career as a top notch illustrator but his true paspion is for the paint. Here’s what he has to say. RBP: Now I know that you started as an illustrator. How long have you been painting? SW: Actually I first started with oil paint at 13, wasn’t successful, then drifted away from it, but I’ve always painted. I’ve taken it more Seriously in the last five years. RBP: How many hours a week do you paint? SW: At least 40. Painting and doing my illustrating work. Actually I’ve been switching back and forth for .some time. It’s a little confusing to go from airbrush to 'oil, painting is totally different. The airbrush is very [technical and tedious. You Review don’t even see what you’ve finally done until the masking comes off. With painting, the image comes alive in front of your face. RBP: Which do you prefer? SW: The oils. For 35 years I’ve created what other people want. These paintings are what I want to create. RBP: Which painting in this exhibit do you think is most successful? SW: Old Rag Mountain Fall. It has depth, distance and atmospheric perspective. I love landscapes but at the same time it seems like you’re painting a lot of green! That’s why I do something different on occasion, like Flamingos II. RBP: Which one do you think is the least successful? SW: View from Sycamore Hill, basically because it’s monochromatic and has no particular focal point. RBP: Tell me about the seascapes. SW: We often take our vacations by the sea. We particularly like Chincoteaque where you have isolation. That’s what attracts me but I also find water easier to paint t^han landscapes. Cloister Sunrise on Cape May Point is one of the first paintings that I was totally happy with. Monochromatic as well but this one works. The more you look at objects the more color you see. When I work on paintings I work on three or four, spending a few hours on each painting perhaps using one color. In addition to being a painter I am a gardener. I’ve always been attracted to the simple beauty of flowers, especially when you realize that they have grown from a seed the size of the head of a pin. RBP: What steps are involved in creating these flower paintings? SW: Columbine, for instance, is done from a photo I took a long time ago. I put a dark base on the canvas, draw the image with a white pencil, then I add the color. It’s like painting with light. RBP: So you need to know how to draw? SW: Absolutely. That is the basis of any painting in my opinion, although a lot of people get away with being called artists who don’t know how to draw. For me that is the foundation for any sort of two dimensional work like this. I’ve always considered my illustration as practicing for the main event, which are these paintings. I was so sad to learn that drawing is no longer taught at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh where I studied. They all use computers to draw. There are no life drawing classes. We had a very classical education back then. We studied lettering, design, life drawing, oil painting, a very full curriculum. They are lowering the standards. RBP: My favorite painting in this show is New Bulls in Buttercups. It has a luminous quality that is almost surrealistic. It’s also the view I see from my front porch every morning of the Miller Farm in Washington. I see the black cows grazing in the green fields and feel that the world is good. SW: This is the third time I’ve painted the farm. The other two have sold. This painting is looser to some degree. It took me eight hours to paint. I hope the Millers come by to see it. I urge you all to visit this show which contains many familiar scenes of our county. As an artist I appreciate Wagner’s desire to “paint lovely pictures of beautiful things.” He sincerely wants to communicate this to his audience. Wagner and Longview Gallery will generously donate ten percent of the proceeds to the American Red Cross and will be designated for the families of the victims of the Pentagon terrorist attack. The show will continue until Oct. 22. Longview Gallery is located on historic Main Street in Sperryville. Gallery hours are Thursday through Monday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Call 9873121 for more information. Boston residents celebrate, travel [ Marc Dodson and friend 'Jenny of Harrisonburg were .here Sunday visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. • Dodson at Salem. ! Birthday greetings go out [to Miss Serena Waddell and •Ms. Connie Cubbage whose [day is Thursday, Oct. 18 and [to Jimmie Hamm on Friday, • Oct. 19. I Mr. and Mrs. John Hitt of [ Yeawood Drive were among • those attending Homecoming ! Sunday at Black Oak [ Regular Baptist Church. Dr. • Wayne Thompson was morn! ing speaker and Elder Roger ; Smith, the afternoon speak-er. Windmore Community Theater will be holding audi-tions on Saturday, Oct. 20 and on Monday, Oct. 22, for their production of Hammersten’s and Rogers “Oklahoma”. Auditions are open to 12 years and up. Call the office here in Griffinsburg, 547-2555 for additional information. The fruit order sale by Culpeper County High School F.F.A. Chapter ended on Friday and deliveries are scheduled to be made Nov. A**. . Sympathy is extended to J the family of William • Broyles, who passed away on I. Sunday. An aunt, Mrs. Ruby J; Leake lives in Sperryville. As we recognize the {month of October as “Pastor {Appreciation” month, may •{{we all be grateful to our pas|{tors as they continue to {•{spread the word of our Lord. •{{ The Graves Mountain {{■Lodge Festival held their {■{events this past weekend •.and, for those of you who {/planned to attend, but {•missed it, they will be having •{{the festival again this {Saturday and Sunday. For ••{more information on events, {/call 923-4231. {;'• A shooting match for the ••{Castleton Community Fire {{•Department will be held {{{Friday, beginning at 7 p.m. »'{ Congratulations to Miss {{•Heather Lickey and Kendal {{{Peyton who were married at •{{New Salem Baptist Church '{•Saturday evening. The {{{reception followed at Reva •{{Fire and Rescue building. !{• Sunday afternoon the {•{Willing Workers Club of f{|Nazareth Baptist Church on {{•Route 707 celebrated their {•{first anniversary. Also those •{{of the church who wish to go, {{•the cruise to the Islands of CSt. Crox, St. Lucia, San Juan and Puerto Rico will be on Nov. 2. For more information on tickets call Wade Frye at . 937-4761. ! New Salem Baptist ; .Church Pastor Martin and i 'his congregation, would like A to invite anyone, without a ; church home, to worship • - with them each Sunday. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. followed with morning worship at 11 a.m. Mrs. Mary Nicholson had several family members visiting her on Sunday afternoon. We’d like to extend wedding anniversary wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Shaw, who celebrate their day, Wednesday, Oct. 17 and to Mr. and Mrs. Hamm, whose day is Sunday, Oct. 21. Our prayers continue to go out to all those on our sick list, hoping that each of you will be well soon. Feel free to continue calling with your news. Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Stand by America and keep her strong. Support your local businesses & restaurants. the Rappahannock News staff & their families Sappahannoch Neius Upcoming Events Pack Meeting, hike set Cub Scout Pack 123 will be having its October Pack Meeting and hike at Rock Mills on Saturday. Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. All cub scouts and their families, as well as anyone interested in joining Cub Scouts, are invited to join in There will be a short hike to be followed by refreshments and awards. Please call your den leader or any of the following Pack leaders for information or directions: Cubmaster Kirk Milam at 631-0949; Assistant Cubmaster Opie Crawford at 987-8495 or Committee Chairman Libet Pierson at 937-5605. “Reset ” workshop planned Certified massage practitioner Ocea Wilkes will be teaching a course on the Kinergetics protocol called Reset which is a series of self-massage steps that helps anyone reset" the “fight-or-flight” adrenal levels in the body to manage stress. This program also “resets" other glandular systems in the body to achieve a state of deep relaxation, balance, and well being. This course is offered for $50 on Monday, Oct 22 from 7-10 p.m. at the Rappahannock Healing Arts Center on US 211 in Sperryville. Activities at Ragged Mountain Ragged Mountain offers the following hikes and/or events. Contact Hunt Harris at 987-3366 for additional information. • Halloween Bonfire. Oct. 31. Washington • Second Saturday Hikes. Nov. 10 and Dec. 8. Meet at Mountainside Market west of Sperryville between 8 and 8:30 a.m. and caravan from there for a full day s adventure along Rappahannock River Watershed upper tributary trails in SNP, finishing around mid-to-late afternoon. Participants | should be fairly fit, bring nourishment for themselves and layerable clothing according to the weather of the day. Youth under 16 should have adult accompaniment. Specific destinations may vary according to group composition, weather or other factors. Residents encouraged to audition Rappahannock residents are encouraged to audition for Windmore Community Theatre's production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma" which will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20 and at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 22 at Culpeper County Middle School. The director will be Marilou Schunter.. Please bring one song and be prepared to dance. Auditions open for ages 12 and up only. For more information call 547-2555. Art show at Middle Street The Middle Street Gallery presents a group show entitled “Five in Fiber”. On exhibit now through Oct. 28 are recent works by Margot Bergman, Cathy Cupp, Rebecca Humphrey, Nina Moore and Eunice Wenger. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located on Middle Street in Washington. For information call 675-3440. Disability Services Board to meet The next meeting of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Disability Services Board will be Thursday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. at the Madison County Social Services Building, 101 South Main Street in Madison. The Rappahannock-Rapidan Disability services Board serves physically and sensory disabled citizens from Rappahannock, Madison and Orange Counties. The public is invited. For more information call Cindy Rickett, Staff Support at 829-7450. Exhibit at Packing Shed June Jordan’s Packing Shed Gallery is pleased to announce the exhibit, “Burrows and Bearings" featuring oil paintings by Nora Harrington and etchings by Heather Self. The exhibit will be in place for the month of October. Packing Shed Gallery is located on the corner of Gay and Porter Streets in Washington. The Gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 12:30 to 6 p.m. For information call 675-3410. Raffle for Disaster Relief Local horsemen and the Horse N Hound in Flint Hill are sponsoring a raffle. Proceeds will be donated to the New York Firefighters 9-11 Disaster Relief fund, c/o International Association of Firefighters. Tickets are $5 and are available at Horse N Hound. Drawing is Oct. 20. Call 675-1650 for information. Aerobic classes planned Ongoing aerobic classes are held at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington on Monday. Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8 to 9:30 a m. For additional information call Beth Levick at 635-6149. Health programs offered The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board invites persons 60 years of age and older to participate in the following Health Promotion/Screening Programs to be held at the Rappahannock Senior Nutrition Center: Oct 25 stroke screening at Washington fire hall and Oct 31 at 1 p m. program on Nutrition Awareness by Jane Johnson of the American Cancer Society. If interested in attending any of these programs, contact Anita Richards at 825-3100. extension #3321. Blue Moon schedule Ben Andrews returns to the Blue Moon Cafe in Sperryville on Friday, Oct. 19. Vincent Day and Dinah Pehrson will perform on Saturday, Oct. 20. Blue Moon Cafe is located on US 211, just west of Sperryville. For more information call 987-3162. Yoga with Lilo Do you want to be more flexible and feel better physically as well as mentally? If so, join “Yoga with Lilo.” Ongoing classes are held at the Trinity Episcopal Church parish hall in Washington on Mondays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and on Thursdays from 9:30 to 11 a m. For more information call Lilo at 675-3584. Turkey shoots planned For the 15th year, the Jefferson Ruritan Club will again sponsor weekly Turkey Shoots at the Jeffersonton Community Center every Friday night through Dec. 7 beginning at 7 p.m. The Community Center is located at Routes 802 and 621 off Route 229. For more information call 9375490 or 937-5363. Christmas tour of homes Get ready for the eighth annual Christmas Tour of Homes in historic Culpeper. This year’s tour features seven homes and two churches on North East Street and East Piedmont Street. The South East Neighborhood Watch sponsors the tour with proceeds contributed to scholarships for Culpeper County High School students. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Dec. 1 from 12 to 5 p.m. For information call 825-8200. Youth soccer registration set Children ages four through 18 are encouraged to register for the upcoming Spring 2002 Season of Front Royal Soccer on Saturdays, Oct. 20, Oct. 27 and Nov. 3 from 9 a m. until 3 p.m. Registration will take place at the soccer fields on Westminster Drive, between Hilda J. Barbour Elementary School and Warren County Junior High School. Cost is $35 and $25 for additional siblings. Completed registration forms should be mailed, along with the fee to Front Royal Soccer! Association, P.O. Box 471, Front Royal, Va. 22630. For additional information call 635-9195.

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Nora Harrington and Heather Self have each made art that reflects the kind of purposeful work that feeds the soul. The etchings of Heather Self bring one into an intimate world of memories and dreamlike images one might find in a personal journal. She has found a way through the layering of photography, etching and writing to recall and enlarge upon places she has seen around the world. Extremely sparing with her use of the camera in such diverse places as England, Ireland and Turkey - taking no more than one roll of film on her travels - the images are charged with a focus of composition and character. Particularly moving are the collaged images of an angel, landscape and a Buddhist statue. Familiar Virginia landscapes have become enriched through the layered additions of writing CHEVROLET *3* Keep America Rolling Time is running out! - GM’S Keep America Rolling Interest Free Financing Program Expires 10/31/01. We've already received word that it WILL I NOT BE EXTENDED. 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Obituaries Catherine Lillard Former resident Catherine Utz Lillard, 83, of Culpeper, formerly of Washington and a native of Madison died Thursday, Oct. 11 at Oak Springs in Warrenton. She was born Oct. 21, 1917 in Madison County to the late Wayman Lester Utz and Katherine Elizabeth Jenkins Utz. Mrs. Lillard retired from Aileen as an inspector. Survivors include three children, Janet L. Olater and her husband, Gid; Walter R. Lillard and his wife, Joyce, all of Sperryville and James S. Lillard and his wife, Betty of Culpeper. Additional survivors include three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by her husband, Walter Allen Lillard; four brothers, Levi Utz, Lester Utz, Russell Utz and Charles Utz and two sisters, Martha Lillard and Mary Lillard. runeral services were conducted on Sunday, Oct. 14 at Found and Sons Chapel with Rev. John K. Burke officiating. Interment followed in Etlan Cemetery. Thomas Moffett Jr. Wcirrenton resident Thomas B. Moffett Jr., 70, of Warrenton died Thursday, Oct. 11 at University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. Graveside services with military honors were conducted on Monday, Oct. 15 at Culpeper National Cemetery. Mr. Moffett was born May 17, 1931 in Washington, D.C., son of the late Thomas B. Moffett Sr. and Ethel Sinclair Moffett. He retired after 20 years from the Air Force, and was employed by Rokehy Farm in Upperville for 15 years. Surviving are his wife, Gladys Moffett; a daughter, Teresa Moffett of Hilton Head Island, S.C. and four stepsons, Larry Campbell of Luray, Marshall Campbell of Charles Town, W.Va., Jerry Campbell of Belvoir and Jimmy Campbell of The Plains. Also surviving are four brothers, Robert Moffett of The Plains, Ronald Moffett of Amissville, Stephen Moffett and John William Moffett, both of Warrenton and a sister, Brenda Loop of Dulles. Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton was in charge of the arrangements. Catherine Taylor Harrisonburg resident Catherine Elizabeth Taylor, 91, of Harrisonburg, died Sept. 24 at Harrisonburg Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Taylor was horn Sept. 29, 1909 in Harrisonburg, and What are you doing to improve your health? Refuse to Be a Victim/ Self-Defense October 27 at Culpeper Regional Hospital Refuse to Be a Victim Create your own personal safety plan (no physical activity involved in class)-to be safe at home, on the road, and in public Taught by certified instructor 10 &m.-1 pm Hands-On Self-Defense Physical practice of blocks, breakaways and defense moves fa self-protection. Taught by police officer. 1-4 pm Register/information: 829-4190. Culpeper Promoting health Preserving (.ommuruty 501 Sunset lane Culpeper, Virginia 22701 www cuipeperhospital com i ■■■■■ was the daughter of the late William E. and Florence Tribby Humphrey. She was a member of the Muhlenberg Lutheran Church. Her husband, Charles Edgar Taylor, died June 19. 1951. She is survived by a daughter, Jo Ann Wingfield and husband, Dennis of Sperryville; a son, Charles William Taylor and wife, Christine of Harrisonburg; a brother, Charles R. Humphrey and wife Claudine of Greenville, N.C.; two sisters, Lucille Waggy and Florence Gross, both of Harrisonburg; five grandchildren, Denise Wingfield, Cathy Gillespie, Vernon Wilkins, Lorita Yancey and Candle Lokey and ten great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, Sept. 27 at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church. The Rev. Joseph Vought, Pastor Jon Heddleston and Rev. Martha Simms conducted the service. Burial followed at Woodbine Cemetery. Robert Saffell Army Veteran Robert Alfred Saffell, 85, of Strasburg died Thursday, Oct. 4 at Winchester Medical Center. Graveside services with military honors by the Culpeper American Legion Post 330 and Culpeper VFW Post 2524 will be held on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. at Culpeper National Cemetery. Mr. Saffell was born Jan. 22, 1916 in Front Royal. He was an Army Veteran of World War II and worked as a hardwood floor installer. He was the husband of the late Georgia Lee Saffell. Surviving are a son, Bobby Saffell of Strasburg; two daughters, Joyce Ann Webber of Winchester and Shirley Jean North of Chester Gap; a sister, Marie Mills of Ashland; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Enders & Shirley Funeral Home in Stephens City was in charge of the arrangements. !ZTtioucjfits. by Randy Minter A HEALTHY INFLUENCE There have been over I,(XX) studies dealing with the connection between health and religion. The latest, which is the best, most well designed study to date to look at religion and health shows that religious individuals are likely to live longer. The review of 40 studies on health and religion shows that those who are most involved in their religions are 29 percent more likely to be alive when the various studies finished than were their non-religious counterparts. In fact, the data showed that regular involvement in religious activities could add seven to fourteen years to your life. This is one of the most powerf ul findings to show that involvement in the religious community is a powerful predictor of health. How often fear or anger or strong emotion keeps us from our faith in what we believe in! On this side of death, life is often complex and confusing, and simple answers we once accepted often need revision as we face loss and death. At the Mosers Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton we will help you determine what kinds of customs you wish to follow or will support your creativity as you come up with ideas that seem suitable with which to remember your loved one. For a tour, call 347-3431. "The preservation of health is a duty. Few seem conscious that there is such a tiling as physical morality. ” - Herbert Spencer Thinking about starting your pre-arrangementsv We can help on-line. 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Sunday dinner guests of Sarah Brown, Amanda and Bobbie Jo were Kenny Miller and Greg of Stafford and Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Beatty and son, Robbie of Front Royal. Happy belated birthday wishes to Jim Marangoni of Aaron Mountain Road, Castleton who had his day on Thursday, Oct. 11. All the youth of the Washington Baptist Church are invited to attend a time of fellowship and fun at the home of Sam Snead in Gid Brown Hollow on Wednesday Halloween night, Oct. 31, beginning at 8 p.m. For more Washington Bv RUTH CLARK 675-3608 details call 987-9336. The youth of the Washington Baptist Church will meet at 5 p.m. at the fellowship hall for a program and pizza supper on Sunday evening, Oct. 21. Have a safe week and give me a call at 675-3608 with news for this column. r Geographical clarification or Jerkistan geography The little man with globe in hand fussed “I can't find any Kazakhstan." 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Box 359, f Leesburg, VA 20176-3013 M Employment Classified 4 p.m. Monday ^Public/Legal Notices Ki \ 12 Noon Monday /General Classified I 6 p.m. Monday ; J •j if Your Community Directory m fe 12 Noon Friday | tj||h •. > 3*8^ ; Horse & Farm Directory 4 ij P>r 1 PJ"- Monday - A KOUAl HOUSING ' Atfffi opportunity imMfflm M real estate advertising herein is subject to Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it to advertise any preference, limitatiani discrimination based on race, color, ret* , sex, handicap, familial status or nation* origin, or intention to make any such reF .. limitations or discrimination. -S Additionally, the Commonwealth of forbids discrimination based on eldertiness, parenthood, or handicap. §!§ We will not knowingly accept ary advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby Informed that all dwellings advertised are on an equal opportunity basis. . , Rentals Apartments HERNDON: Off Rt. 7 & Ffx Co. Pkwy. New carpet, FP, walk-in closet, spacious, alarm. $1075. Call 703-585-6370. 3BR, 2.5BA, stone Cape Cod. on 3 aers, Rapp'k Co, Sperryville, VA, refs., $950/mo. Avail 11/15.540-347-2894 HAYMARKET: Exquisite 1 yr. young builder owned home, no luxury excluded, 80000 sq. ft. lot inside mountain. 3 BR + office, 2 Vs BA, $2300 MUST SEE! Call 703-443-6928. HUNT COUNTRY COTTAGE- 2 BR, recently renovated, moderate kit, fenced yard, pets accepted, $995 - 2 horse stables, paddocks, training ring optional. 540-955-1419. MIDDLEBURG: French country house recently painted, 4 BR, 3.5 BA on 16 ac. $2,950/mo 202-215-6946 or 202333-7332 x105. SALE/RENT: SFH, Ashburn. 3-4 BR, 2.5 BA, W/D, 2 car gar, cul-desac, new floors/ carpet, fresh paint. Realtor 723-724-1030 SLATE MILLS: (Nr Spryville) 3BR, 2.5BA, renov farm house, w/ 2 acres Unfurn $1200/ mo + utils540-547-3562 SPERRYVILLE, 2BR house trailer, $450/mo. MUST_ BE KEPT CLEAN 540-341-1897 SPERRYVILLE, VA. 3 BR . Kit/LR. Electric heat $600/mo Sec and ref req No pets. 540987-8924 after 6pm. Bwrtrti ^ \_J WANTED: HAY or pastureland, or sm. farm up to 100 acres in Rappahannock Co. Call 540987-7251. CENTREVILLE AREA. 3 level townhouse. Private room & own bath. Own phone line. Furnished or unfurnished. $450 plus utilities. Ideal for student. Call (H)703449-1460 or (W) 703777-1111 x1351. TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT 3 BR, 1.5 BA, avail Nov 1, nice neighborhood, good for family 703-443-6788 100 Far Sal* By Owner LEESBURG: 3 finished level TH. 3 BR, 2 Full 2 Half BA Backs to common ground. Watch deer play from your patio! $174,900 Please call 703-737-3688 100 For Sal* By Owntr OPEN HOUSE, Sat. Oct. 20, 1p-6p FAUQUIER CO., $380,000, 20 acres, beau. 2-story cok>nial,3000sq.ft.,4BR, 3.5 BA, Formal LR & DR, eat-in-kit, office, sm animal bam & fencing. 3% realtor comm. 540439-3055 for directions. 133 Lots & Acreage LAKE GASTON VA/NC WATERFRONT Lots available. MERRYMOUNT SUBDIVISION. For more information and -other listings call Tanglewood Realty 1800-338-8816. www.T anglewoodRealt y.com NCW LUU OABIN On 3 acres with free boat slip and private lake access. Tennessee mountains. Near 18 hole golf course. $69,900. Terms. Call 1800-704-3154 X245. 4 Mm Manufact. Cuat. Hamas l. ■ J BUY MANUFACTURED HOMES Through Corporate. Land/Home Packages. New. used, and Repo Homes. Modular Homes Available. Get pre-approved over the phone. Call today: 1-800-822-0633, ext 52. 180 Commercial Rentals OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE. Gainesville/ Vint Hill: 1100, 3600, 4500, 8900, 72,000 SF Suites or single tenant bldgs. $8/SF plus utilities. 540-347-6965 jm Business * Opportunity V EARN INCOME FROM HOME... Your own business! Mail order/Internet $620$1,400+/week PT/FT. Free information. 1866-437-2340 www.ARKHQmeBusiness.com FIREWOOD, mixed firewood, $125/cord. All seasoned. 540-9878843. MIXED SEASONED Hardwood. $135/Cord. Yard work, free estimates. 540-987-1153. 1700‘S COUNTRY CHIPPENDALE chest $3,500 Set of 6 Centennial Hepplewhite dining chrs $2,000 Pair of elegant Duncan Phyfe sofas $600/ea 540-428-2266 r~—r~_——'i 240 Har*** HANDSOME QH GELDING for sale. Big 15.3 Sorrel, 9 yrs. For trail/ pleasure w/ basic western & dressage training. Well-mannered bvt spirited & needs exp. rider. $2500. 540364-2929 DOVER PROPANE CAST iron wall furnace, w/gas logs to look like wood stove, w/ glass door, used 1 season, $1199. 540-675-1190 or 540- 937-5703. 261 Mlsc. Wanted WANTED BOXWOOD CU(TTINGS. We trim and pay you for the cuttings. Write or call Highlander & Sons, P.O. Box 272, Gordonsville, VA 22942 Phone, 540832-2175 Fax, 540-8322245. r~--—--n 294 OhMMwrays V._J 2 ADULT BIKES 703-777-1568 BIG SCREEN TV needs memory board. U-haul. 540-341-2759 FREE FILL DIRT: Howard Shockey & Sons, Inc. has 7-8000 cubic yards of fill dirt available with proctor. Must be able to load and haul. Easy access. 110 Terminal Drive in Sterling. Contact Randy Cole at 540-247-2506. FREE HAMSTERS! Dwarf. Tame. 540-3413394 FREE HORSE MANURE. 540-987-8443 FREE HORSE MANURE: Mixed, with pine shavings. Excel, mulch for evergreens such as azaleas, pine, etc. and an excel. • soil enhancement for flower gardens. Conveniently located off Rt. 605 on DC side of Warrenton. Easy access - you load and haul. If you haul off the entire pile (which is approx. 25x25x4 high) I'd be willing to pay something for that, so make me a hauling offer if you're interested in all of it. For directions/more info, call 540-788-3014 or send an e-mail to: wec5Q erols.com FREE PUPPIES~- cute beyond belief, free to approved home. 3 Schipperke mixes. 7 Spaniel mixes & kittens also. Call 540-364-3688 r~—400 JUtaptfen V LONGING TO ADOPT We are a loving couple, unable to have children of our own, with lots to offer. We would cherish the opportunity to provide a warm, nurturing home for a baby. If you, or anyone you know is considering placing a baby for adoption, please call Liz & Jay, confidentially and toll-free at: 1-866-503-3761 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX LJ 77, 125K mis, many new parts, very good cond. 2 ownr. $1750. 703-455-3221 /-\ 605 Automobil** V_> CHRYSLER IMPERIAL 1991, 3.3 Itr V-6, white/blue leather, all power, runs great, $2900. 540-347-7415 HONDA ACCORD LXI, 1987, 2-door hatchback, 230K miles, 5speed, AC, Many new parts!, All maintenance records, Runs Great! $1,800. Also available, 1988 Honda Accord LXI hatchback, Great tor Parts! Best Offer! Call 540-219-9176, Leave Message! MUSTANG GT 5 0 - 1994 5 sp. CD, Blue, exc cond. $6900 OBO, Call 540-439-2236 NISSAN MAXIMA SE '95, recent insp, new tires/brks, remote ignit. 6 keyless entry. $7950. OBO 540-351-0827 1988 PLYMOUTH RELIANT K-car, 93K, good cond., $1395. 540-6751190 or 540-937-5703. '97 SUBURU LEGACY LS sedan 4 DR, AWD, AM/FM Cass. 89k mis, garaged kept. $8400. Call 540-364-3748 after 6pm. 940 MotonydM HONDA 1999 Shadow American Classic Series • Mint Condition! • Garage Kept! • 750 cc • Extremely Low Mileage!! • Two Brand New Helmets • A Must See! S5,500 703-443-9059 ’92 CHEVY BLAZER. 4DR. AM/FM Cass, AC, 155k mis, one owner; Reliable, $3600. Call 540-364-3748 after 6 pm. 565 Sport Utility VcMete 92 CHEVY BLAZER. 4DR, AM/FM Cass, AC. 155k mis, one owner; Reliable, trailer hitch. $3600. Call 540-3643748 after 6 pm. :ORD EXPLORER XLT, ’93: 4 WD, AM/FM/CD, priv. glass, roof rack, PD, PW, $4500/OBO. 703-443-6788 3ANGE ROVER Discovery, 1998. 50K miles. 50 year special edition. Loaded! Lthr.CD player, 2 moonroofs. $22,000 OBO. 540-338-2412. VPMetes: ■ ^ Wanted I'.,.., . :. ■ I J HAVE AN IDLE utility Or auto trailer you want to turn into cash? Looking for reasonably priced 2.5- to 5-ton tandem axle trailer in good to fair condition. 540-7884626 '685 ATTENTION! GET PAID During our 2-week C.D.L. Truck driver Training Program! Hundreds of Immediate Job Openings in Virginia! Earn $800 Per Week! No Layoffs! 1-800-6887009. Attn: Work from home $450 up to $5000/mo PT/FT Mail order, will train. 1-888-248*6026 SBIG MONEYS N.T.S. Placement Company Needs Drivers!!! Inexperienced Up To $600. Experienced Up To $1000. Pay Up To .42 cpm Paid Training, It You Qualify. 1-888-781-8556. Tractor Trailer Training. CONST. (Commercial) ELECTRICIANS EXC. BENEFTTS INCLUDING 401K Call John at: 703-185-8850 or Fax resume to John:703-378-1918 Cell 703-887-2236 Setete ■ Driver/ Packer Early am hours for wholesale florist in Manassas. (Near Nissan Pav.) Must be reliable & have good driving record, seniors welcome. Call Dee for imformation 888-285-1100 DRIVERS AIRGAS the industry leader for the production & dist. of compressed gasses & welding supplies is seeking energetic, hardworking individuals to drive in the Northern Virginia area. Candidates should be at least 21 yrs. of age. Class B CDL w/ HAZMAT & at least 2 yrs. driving exp. w/ clean record. Team player w/ good communication & people skills. Co. offers competitive hourly rates starting at $14.00 & benefits include health & dental, 401K, paid vacations, paid co. holidays, life ins., employee stock purchase plan & more. Please call 703-335-7058 to schedule an interview or FAX resume to 703-361-8679 Or apply in person at: 9022 Euclid Ave Manassas, VA 20110 EOE HAIR STYLIST Friendly busy salon with great atmosphere needs experienced hair stylist, immediately Benefits include: • Education • Retail Commission • Centrix Shears • Insurance • Top Salary • Bonus Program Call or come by for interview: Great Expectations Salon & Day Spa 1200 Sunset Lane Suite 2121 Culpeper, VA 540-825-2855 BIG ESTATE SALE Oct. 19,20, 21,2001 9:00am to 4:00pm each da Ed Foster of Flint Hill, VA. having retired, is selling all the things, he has collected over the 50 yrs. Antique shop items & eight room house full of furniture; oak, cherry, walnut, dressers, cut glass, old depression glass, lots of dishes, pictures. Several trailers & much, much more.... EVERYTHING MUST G For more information: 540-675-3509 Direction: From Flint Hill, VA. turn at the Firehouse on Rt. 606 (Fodderstack Rd) go 2 miles out and watch for the signs. All sales are final, cash or checks w/proper I.D. Refreshments will be served. Herdsperson Wanted For 200 cow expanding dairy located in Fauquier Co. We are looking for a highly motivated person who enjoys working with cows and people. Owners are young and aggressive and we have a super team of employees to work with. We offer competitive wages and full benefits including health insurance, paid vacation and holidays. Retirement plan is available. Please call 540-439-2775 AFTER 7 pm HVACTECH Needed SIGNING BONUS! I Warrenton based company, servicing No VA area only. At lease 3 years experience. Good driving record required. TOP PAYING COMPANY INCLUDES COMPANY TRUCK, PAID VACATION., HOLIDAYS, RETIREMENT PLAN AND BONUSES. For interview please Call 703-724-1519 or 800-432-8221. MYSTERY SHOPPERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY! Good pay, flexible hours and no fees required. Apply to: WWW. checkmarkinc.com Remodeler/ Carpenter Salaiy based on experience. Toots & transportatorvcuiTent drivers Icense requred 703-868-7109 or 540-788-3945 11 Rider ' i Experienced jj|der 1 to assist in yesrling' & 2 yr. old tracing! w/ well breed horses1 on a nice farm. j Near Front Roval.. 540-636-2220 Sign Mechanic^ Helper For full-service sign.; co. Installation/ fabrication, compute^ doors. Must have transportation to . shop & valid driver’s; license. Amissville area. '■ 540-341-2728 WANTED: Bam & Farm Manager ; Must be an experienced horse professional with excellent references. Non-smokers only. Good salary with modern/ comfortable housing. Call 540-987-8248! & leave a message. All calls will be ' returned promptly* WELDER! Experienced, handrail and miscellaneous steei. Valid VA driver’s license. 703-335-2177 With 17 ; Newspapers ; In ' Our ; Times ' Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern ; Virginia Wrappedup! 800-852-4797: Rappahannock Aninfti Welfare League kiu ;; Landfill, Rt. 639, East of Amissville " Daily 8:00 a m. - 1:00 p.m., except closed Wed. & $*49. j These wonderful dogs ■, need a good home. ! "Speedy" is an affectionate, easy goiflgj 5 year old neutered lab/hound mrx: t "Edie" is a sweet, gentle, housebroken; 7-8 year old spayed redbone hound; both get along well with other dogs. 540-937-3336 or 540-937-3283 (v^e

PARAMEDIC/ FIREFIGHTER 55> City of Manassas Park is currently accepting applications for Full Time Paramedic positions. Candidates must possess a minimum of VA. Firefighter I & VA. EMTParamedic. City oilers an excellent benefit package, progressive medical protocols and new equipment. Salary range $33.628-$58,967 annually. Applications available at the fire station. 329 Manassas Drive, or by phone contact Chief Gtove 703-335-8845. E-mail: MPFIRE@EROLS.COM. Closes 11/02/2001 EOE Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center is seeking Part-time employment in the following areas: 30-32 hr. wk. • Operating Room Tech • Switchboard Operator (T-F,l-7 & SaTC-12) • Vet Tech-Nursing Dept. • Barn Staff • Necropsy Tech (Part-time) • Housekeeping Send resume & references to: (Please specify position being sought) Personnel Director MSDEMC P.O. Box 1938, Leesburg, VA 20177 VA TECH is an EOE/AA Employer committed to diversity. NEWS EDITOR The I.Oil.lour, Times-Mirror seeks .1 news junkie to oversee newsroom, covering one of the fastest-growing counties in America. Applicant must savor creative use of language Tffid design, love community journalism and work well on a team of professional journalist. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including 40IK plan. Send Resume with cover letter to: Pam Lettie Loudoun Times-Mirror P.O. Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20176 FAX: 703-771-0036 ' Email: plettie@timespapers.com (Times [Community Newspapers] northern Virginia EOE es Frwrgy Servir.f><; Are you ready to "SHIFT GEARS"? DRIVERS needed for our growing company. You will receive: COMPETITIVE WAGES BONUS INCENTIVES safety cash awards Join our quality team!! SE£ John Shamblin AT: . QUARLES ENERGY SERVICES 9683A James Madison Hwy. Warrenton, VA 20187 - (540) 439-8962 ph 540-439-8507 fx YOU DESERVE THE BEST..SO DO WEI! New Metals Distributor Offers career opportunities BMG Metals, a growing and family-owned steel and aluminum distributor is taking applications for the following positions at their new Manassas facility: • Warehouse Manager • Inside Sales • Truck Drivers • Material Handlers • Saw/Shear Operators • Clerical/Receptionist Opening January 2002, the company offers above average benefits. • Paid Vacations • Paid Sick Days (5) • Paid Holidays (8) • 401 —K/Life Insurance • Group Medical Coverage • Convenient to I-66 & 234 Please call 800-552-1510, fax resume to 804-222-3693 or e-mail to 1 donna@bmgmetals.com Part-time Remedial Mathematics Teacher Announcement # 2099 'Fauquier County Public Schools is recruiting f8t* the part-time position of Remedial Mathematics Teacher for the middle school level. The position will work with students grades 6-8 who have failed the 5th grade SOL Math Test, scored in the bottom or second quartile of locally administered mathematics test, or who through teacher observation and other diagnostic indicators would benefit from additional services in matherfiQcs. Qualified applicants must hold or be eligible fgr’b Virginia teaching license in mathemati06 or middle school. A minimum of three years for teaching experience is preferred. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application or a certified application to: Janelle Downes, Fauquier County Human Resources Department, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Va 20186 by 4:30 pm on October 26, 2001. For assistance call 540-347-8668 or e-mail jjdownes® libertyhs.com Fax 540-347-3610 EEO/AA/M/F/D RENTAL MANAGER p STOP COMMUTING and join Theros Equipment in New Baltimore, VA. One of the area’s fastest growing construction equipment rental suppliers is seeking a self motivated, hard working rental manager with a good attitude. Excellent salary, benefits, 401K, health, etc. Call Joel at 703-969-8465 Maintenance Person foMndependent School. CDL for School Bus Required or the ability to get one. Competitive Pay Phone: 540-222-6945 Ask for Chris SHEETMETAL MECH & HELPERS Needed for commercial installation. Must have experience. Must be neat, drug free and have good driving record. Year round work. Benefits include: Paid vacation, uniforms, 401 (K), profit sharing, medical ins. and more. Come join one of Northern VA's oldest companies. Apply in Person only: Dualco, Jnc. 21595 Cedar Lane Sterling, VA 20166 Rt. 28 to Severn Way to Cedar Lane Office open 7:30 to 4:30 Rappahannock County Public Schools nurse/office aide wanted Must be able to do medicine distribution, office work, answering telephone, etc. R. N. Supervised Salary is $12,039 to $19, 582 Call 540-987-8773 HVAC HVAC Service Tech. Northern VA work, 10 yrs. exp. Resid/Lt.Comm., CFC Certified. Health, dental. 401(k) Holidays. Sick leave, Co. truck with A/C. $22.00-$27.00 hourly plus commissions and bonuses. Large contract customer base. If you are looking for a chance for a career, not just a job, call Robert today at 1-800-862-2566 for a confidential interview. Your family deserves better! INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE with HORACE MANN Look into the advantages of a sales position with Horace Mann- excellent earnings potential, benefits, career opportunities, a paid training program and a laptop computer. Medical, Dental, 401k & Pension. Call me today to leam more. Contact Donny Brown - No. VA Manager 703/591-2070 or hmdbrown@msn.com EOE PARTY CHIEF Land surveyor with experience in boundary topographic and highway surveys. GPS a plus. Computation of surveys with experience in C&G desirable. We offer project diversity, excellent work atmosphere and benefits, including health plan, 401K, vacation and holidays. Qualified parties are invited to submit a resume to: Frederick Ward Associates, Inc., Attn: Dave Hall, 5 Rock Pointe Lane, Suite 200, Warrenton, VA 20186 or Fax 540/349-9588. EOE COUNTY GOVERNMENT REPORTER Rural Virginia weekly newspaper seeks exOperienced writer to cover busy county government and political beat. Candidates should be great with people and have the ability to translate government jargon into language relevant to our readers. Open-minded journalist will see the gem of a stoi-y in a mountain of meeting minutes or in a conversation with a reader on Main Street. Fauquier is “just south of Northern Virginia.” a community filled with small towns and big issues. The Fauquier Times-Democrat newsroom is a cooperative, creative place, where dedication and hard work are appreciated. Send resume, and clips to: Robin Earl, Managing Editor Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, VA 20188 E-mail: rearl@timespapers.com Call: 540-347-4222 Northern Virginia H Quarles Energy Services Sales Rep SALES - Growing Petroleum Company is seeking a Residential Fuel Sales Rep. Previous sales experience and ability to do cold calls a plus. We offer our employees a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package, including 401K and profit sharing, dental insurance and immediate medical insurance. Interested candidates can send a resume or call: Quarles Energy Services Aden: John Sha’mblin 9683 A James Madison Hwy. Warrenton, VA 20187 540-439-8962 ph 540-439-8507 fax EOE PLATEMAKER Full-Time Duties include burning plates, making color proofs anJ vine stripping. Pre-Press experience preferred. Put will train. We offer a compel it ive w age and benefit package including 4.1 K. Qualified candidatefax. e-mail, or mail re-ume to: Tony Yowcll Times Community Newspapers PO Box 159 Leesburg, V’A 201 7K FAX:701-77 1-0016 tye» well® timespapers.com dimes ^Community Newspapers^ Northern Virginia EOE FLEXOGRAPHIC PRINTER Plastic bag manufacturer located between Culpeper and Warrenton off Rt. 29, is seeking qualified applicants with printing experience for an expansion of our Press department. Wide web background with paper or plastic particularly helpful. Pay range: $11.48 to $17.45 per hour plus shift differential, based upon experience, competitive benefits package. Rapid advancement opportunities with good performance and regular attendance. Applicants accepted between 8:30 and 4:00 M/F or call Pat Roe to have an application mailed to you. Trinity Packaging Corporation 11622 Lucky Hill Rd Remington, VA 22734 540-439-3226 An Equal Opportunity Employer GROWING FAST!! Joe Jacoby Oirjsler Plymouth Jeep J _SKSK& is looking for 2 SALES PEOPLE and a qualified FINANCE MANAGER to ad to our expanding family. Sales Person We offer: • ✓ Company Car ✓401K ✓Health/Dental Insurance ✓Training ✓No Sundays ✓Excellent Commission Plan (Our top sales person earned over $70K in 2000) Finance Manager Must be qualified and an excellent closer. We offer. ✓Company Car ✓401K ✓Health/Dental Insurance ✓No Sundays ✓Excellent Pay Plan Call Now! Joe Cintella or Mike Shaff 540-347-6622 Loudoun Times-Mirror Leesburg and West Loudoun Times-Mirror in Eastern Loudoun Loudoun Times-Mirror Single Copy Sales Eastern Loudoun-Times Thursdays only Call Circulation Department Chuck Thornton or Jeff Amero 703-777-1111, Ext. 1366 Email: cthornton @ timespapers.com (Times ^Community Newspapers! northern Virginia 9 East Market Street Leesburg, VA 20176 EOE Plow & Hearth H Seasonal Positions for| Stall Center & Warehouses Call our recruiting hotline to register for the application process: (540)948-7337 Earn $8 an hour plus sales incentives! 40°/.> discount on products from Plow & Hearth, P&H Country Home, HearthSong, & Magic Cabin Dolls! 307o discount on 1800flowers.com! Prizes throughout the season! It’s still a cool place to work! DIRECTIONS From Charlottesville: Rt. 29 North to first traffic light in Madison at Rt. 29 & Rt. 230, turn left on Rt. 230 West. I From Culpeper Rt 29 South to traffic light at Rt. 29 & Rt. 230, tum right on Rt. 230 West. Banking Tellers MAKE AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR FUTURE! Are You Interested In A Career? Not Just A Job? Then look no further than Northwest Federal Credit Union We are looking for people who are highly motivated, possess excellent communication skills, are committed to service excellence and want to be part of a Performance-Based Employee Focused financial institution. If this describes you then begin your career with NWFCU NOW! We are currently seeking Tellers for part-time, peak-time and full-time positions. Teller • Previous cash handling experience preferred. Will train. • Excellent customer service and communication skills required. All positions involve working Thursday evenings or Friday evenings and Saturdays on a rotational basis. U.S. Citizenship required. All positions require obtaining a federal government security clearance. Northwest Federal Credit Union is a 750m credit union and we offer above market salary and benefits including medical, dental, short/long term disability, matching 401K and on site childcare center. EOE Please e-mail, fax or send resume in confidence with salary requirements to: Human Resources P.O. Box 1229 Herndon, VA 20172 Fax: (703) 925-5101 e-mail: hrd@northwestfcu.org creystqne Warrenton, Virginia We are a mortgage servicing company with a large Portfolio of multifamily mortgage loans. We have employment opportunities for candidates that possess a strong uxrrk ethic, a can-do-it attitude, are team-oriented, and want to work for a successful, griming company. Cash Administrator Portfolio Operations Division Cash Administrator duties include reconciling bank & ledger ac counts, i>rocessing ACH and wire transfers, mortgage payment proc essing, preparation of escrow checks and other general duties. Candidates must be number and detail-oriented and very flexible. Knowledge- of Excel Required Experience with Mortgage Servicing, Hanking, or General ledger software helpful. Previous applicants need not re-apply Qualified candidates may submit their resumes in confidence as follows: By mail: 419 Belle Air l,ane, Warrenton, VA 20186 by fax: 540-341 2121 or e-mail to imcclanahan®grevstoneusa.com EOF Rewards Results AT INTUIT...EXTRAORDINARY TALENT PAYS OFF. To be a part of our elite seasonal support team, you'll work hard, but we ll reward you with competitive pay. one-on-one training, benefits, and outstanding opportunities for professional and personal growth in an outstanding work environment. Seasonal Technical Support Representatives Seasonal Sales Associates Want to join a winning team? Come to our Open House! Interviews & offers on-the-spot! Intuit Open House Thursday, October 18th & Wednesday, October 24*, 3pm-7pm 110 Juliad Court, Fredericksburg, VA 22406 For directions, call our job tine at 1-800-285-4854 :Of m/f/d/v . _■■ m "Intuit

Three Roses broadcast scheduled By Gerald Ochs There is perhaps no better time. In the context of a more obviously violent world and in an October designated as Domestic Violence Month, Julie Portman’s dreamturned-drama, Three Roses, will he broadcast by PBS stations WOVE Richmond and WHTJ Charlottesville on Sunday, Oct. 21 at 9 p.m. and again on Sunday, Oct. 28 at 4 p.m. Three Roses was first performed at a sold-out Ki Theatre in March of last year, and has subsequently been revised and performed in Virginia and in other states. Julie Portman and husband Paul Reisler, who provides the play’s music, are in fact now on the road performing Three Roses in the Midwest. A Cambodian who survived the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge; an American anthropologist who exhumes and confronts abuse suffered in her childhood; a child of the projects who grows beyond the afflictions of circumstance and of her body to emerge whole and healthy—these are the three roses, and their story and that of the dream are presented in a full length drama written by Julie Portman. I his one-woman play speaks of the violence done to the three woman, to their methods of contending, to the wisdom that results, and to the impact of violence—even that done to others—on us all. The play blends Julie Portman’s dream with the truths of such injustices, and with the strengths that are born from the encounters by these three roses and by those who listen. “Everyone has the capability to heal;” Ms. Portman said, “and every way in which we’ve helped others to heal effects everyone.” She said that that is what Three Roses is—”It’s not a story of darkness, but of healing and hope.” Live performances of Three Roses were attended by Academy Award winning independent video and filmmaker Paul Wagner, who agreed direct the filming of the play. The result of his work is the ninety minute video that will be broadcast by PBS stations WOVE Richmond and WHTJ Charlottesville on Oct. 21 and Oct. 28, and that is available from Ki Theatre for $29.95. Call Ki Theatre at 540987-3322 for additional information. Dinah Pehrson band returns The blues is coming back to Sperryville! The Dinah Pehrson Band will be returning to the Blue Moon Cafe on Oct. 20 to play their eclectic blend of classic and original blues music. With her smoky, earthy vocals and understated, yet powerful stage presence, Dinah Pehrson is the catalyst for the music her all-star band weaves together. She is backed by Vincent Day’s smokin’ guitar work and strong vocals; Bucky Clark’s mind-blowing, beyond-theblues saxophone excursions; Warren Jobe’s precision drumming; Craig Reid’s deep, groovin’ bass; Bill Fldmonds’ dynamic keyboards; and Dan Sebring’s sizzlin’ hot violin. In addition to their regular appearances at clubs, the band also appeared at this year’s Charlottesville Dogwood Blues Festival and the Daylily and Wine Festival in Augusta County. Following their show at the Blue Moon Cafe, the band’s next appearances will be at the Mountain View Grill in Crozet on Nov. 3, and the Byers Street Bistro in Staunton on Nov. 17. The band will also appear at First Night Harrisonburg on New Year’s Eve. For booking information, contact Vince Ruark at 540324-0367, or email vruark@rica.net. Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. In last week’s issue, a price was listed incorrectly in the real estate transactions. It should have read: Arley E. Estes and wife to Larry B. Settle and wife, 2.966 acres, Jackson District. $38,000. Khoa T. Jenkins to Steven R. Howell and wife, 5.00 acres, Piedmont District. $154,000. Joyce A. Duvall and others. Trustees to Hughes River Trading LLC, 1.3591 acres, Piedmont District. $160,000. ShelVy H. Frazier and wife to Jake R. Robinson and wife, 3.8258 acres, Jackson District. Deed of gift. John Kemper Gaines and wife to Anne W. Richards, 1 acre, Hawthorne District. $154,000. Lee C. Morris and wife to Thomas C. Morris III and wife, 1/2 undivided interest in 25 acres, Wakefield District. $180,000. Anne Wood Richards and others to Ruth Cotterill Richards, 9.0964 acres, Piedmont District. Deed of gift. James D. Russell to Virginia K. Cloud, 1.6899 acres, Piedmont District. $55,000. Paul B. Henze and wife to Alexander W. Henze, 22.3621 acres, Stonewall District. Deed of gift. Paul B. Henze and wife to Roger B. Pierson Jr. and wife, 18.8822 acres, Stonewall District. Deed of gift. Thomas J. Colin to Martin D. Levine, 30.8045 acres, Piedmont District. $116,000. LIC.#2705 05669 3A Ellis & Sanborn, LLC Building Contractors Custom Homes • Additions • Barns . James G. Sanborn 500 Pine Circle Phone: (540) 937-5431 Amissville, VA 20106 Fax:(540) 937-7763 Own your own private Camp David Fogg Mountain - Located just 70 miles from Washington, D C., on the outskirts of the Village of Flint Hill, Fogg Mountain rises to an elevation of 1200 feet. With spectacular views towards the North, South and West, this 4200 square foot home has all the modern conveniences along with architectural detail and impressive woodwork. Included in the property is a office/guest cottage, swimming pool, greenhouse and small horse bam. Total of 75 acres with additional acreage available. Justin H. Wiley (434) 817-0636 www.farmandestate.com I'rank Hardy. Inc.. Realtors FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office NICE SETTING on 2.01 acres, just outside of Sperryville. Traditional brick Rambler, three bedrooms, two baths, living room and rec room each with fireplace, full basement, attached garage. $175,000 Sperryville: 15rf$)ple Blossom Lap^y*- Six Room amWkoath twostory ced&try home, one car jd&age, storage shed. acre lot down by the Thornton River. James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8236 sperryvillerlty@aol. com Bud Corder 540-675-3291 M $89,000 57+ acres in Amissville area offers private serenity from this mostly wooded site. Entrance and driveway already in for easy access. Early 1900s farmhouse in need of restoration. $249,900 Pristine estate with traditional brick home on 53 open acres. Views of Old Rag Mountain and Hazel River frontage. Expansive 6 bedroom home with 6 fireplaces, maple floors and numerous outbuildings. $1,250,000 Stone Manor House on 50 acres with bam and pool. Ash floors throughout this unique floor plan. Private setting in the Flint Hill area. $875,000 540-341-3528 800-523-8846 540-675-3490 presented by Emily Henry m RAINBOW-V.IJR L0 REALTORS’© The “Brinkley House” In Beautiful Rappahannock County Custom designed as a luxuriously rustic retreat and built by David Brinkley nearly thirty years ago, this fantastic, year round residence offers every imaginable amenity, perfectly sited on 57+ very private and serenely tranquil acres of field and woods. The totally charming 3 bedroom, 3 bath home features a stunning open living- dining-kitchen (fully equipped, ot course), great room with handsome stone fireplace that overlooks a gorgeous stocked (trout!), halt acre, spring and stream led pond, I he large, wraparound deck off the living areas has the same view and is ideal tor seasonal al tresco wining and dining. The main level also has a large bedroom and bath and the screen porch entry area, also w ith pond views is yet another perfect spot for dining or relaxing. Upstairs is a grand piano sized (really!) master bedroom and bath with a vast walk-in closet with panoramic pond views as well as another generous bedroom and bath. Naturally, there are lovely oak floors throughout and two zone heat and air conditioning. There is also an ADT Security System, Direct Satellite TV, and well planned outdoor lighting. Additionally, there is a full walk-out basement with expansion possibilities and an adorable, totally separate, guest house and kitchenette and bath. And. fortunately, the current maintenance staff will “convey” if desired. The enchanting "natural setting ot this extraordinary home, nestled amongst tall trees, seems to be out ot a picture book and really must be seen! Being offered for only the second time since it was built, this is a rare opportunity to purchase, not just a tine residence.but a truly enviable way of life. Offered at $589,000 Directions: Horn Spernsille or Culpeper, take Hie. 522 to Hankies lone. Hlackwaler Creek is just (_from Cul/w/rer), the entrance Once on Brinkley Ume #<> [hist the klurki house to the note, then /hiss the truest house on the left and shortly thereafter you'll saw "This looks like home!” For a private appointment please call or E-mail Grant Griffith at 1-800-298-5280 x237 • ggriffith@pardoe.com better yet, come to the Sunday, October 21, Open House from 1-4 All Are Welcome! QJ PARpOE|<n'j . ^ Washington. VA.. Grand View Avenue - "Serenity Estate" and it truly is! 5 acre park-like setting, very private, paved roads, Dutch Colonial with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths. Huge master suite 18x20. 2-car garage with storage above. 3-car carport. Finished basement with family room and work shop. Lots of nice features. A great buy at $249,900 RP4053275 Call Sam Snead of Sam Snead Realty 540-987-9243 Rappahannock Office 540-635-9808 Front Royal Office 540-987-9336 Home or Toll Free 1-800-292-3548 SAM** R E /X L T Y 12699 Lee Highway • Washington, VA 22747 1st ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. ^>0* Mu' Bit •; h . JIUBt* 'WX ^1 ^rr*-': Flint Hill - Once a Methodist parsonage, this charming 1840s, 7-room, stucco Colonial offers a new standing seam metal roof & gutters & a new well plus 6 FPs, wood floors, 2.5 baths, center hall, lovely porches, lovely stone walls, stucco outbuilding & room for a garden on 8/10ths of an acre! Needs some interior updating. Business possibilities!!. $199,900 m ^ Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 US K Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 Country Farm Manor: 25 acres or more with superb home circa 1815. Lovely grounds, in-ground pool with changing/bath house, pretty pond, streams, workshop, hobby shop, old bam. Privately situated in convenient location. Completely restored in 1994 with new heat/air, plumbing, electric, etc. $850,000 Paugh Patch: 166 private acres with a 4 BR/3BA home with guest house/studio and a 10 acre lake! Incredible bird watching, fishing and wildlife sanctuary. Detached garage, tennis court and workshop garage. Land also fronts headwaters of the Rappahannock River. $1,250,000 Restored 1837 Residence in Historic Washington, Va. This 10 room, 5 bath residence is currently an operating B&B. Adjoining commercial shop on Main Street and a 2 BR cottage are included in this remarkable offering. $550,000 Fairhaven: Elegant country manor house of 6,000 sq. ft. in a park setting. Superior crown moldings, fireplace mantels, wood & tile floors are complimented by exquisite chandeliers and light fixtures. Reception/entertainment room & library could serve extended family. A delightful and totally private 15 acre setting. $995,000 Park Boundary enhances this 129 acre mountain hideaway. Charming log and frame home, separate 40x60 versatile business building pond & abundant wildlife! ecus nrni Restoration BufT Wanted! The Manor House & guest house await your personal touches. This nice 17 acre old farm property has had the tenant house, bank bam, com crib, workshop & outbuildings fully restored, including new septic systems. $349,000 Beautiful Location of newly redecorated home. Lot near village but amid trees, views, 2 BR/2 BA, family room may serve as 3rd BR, garage, outbuildings. $198,750 142 acres, nicely wooded with creek. Very private yet easy access; located north of Flint Hill. An excellent investment. $2,000 per acre 18 acres in Sperryville Gateway area. Part commercial. ' $85,000 4+ Rolling Acres with Blue Ridge views. Mostly open, spring fed stream, some fencing. $52,000 10.5 acres, nice wooded lot with house site cleared, foundation started. $105,000 Real Estate ill P.O. Box 298 • 291 Gay St., Washington, VA 22747 E-mail: re3@crusslink.net 540-675-1373 Rick Kohler Mitzic Young 540 937 6146 540 675 3555 Amy Sloanc-Timbers 540 987 8668